The Sun.
London, England, 1822-04-23 00:00:00

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Catholic Clergyman, and yet no discovery had been made of
the murderer. A priest had refused to take the oath of alle-
giance ; and had advised his flock not to take it, lest it should
clash with an oath about to be prepared for them by their
Bishop, Dr. Milner. When he recollected these circum-
stances—when he compared their present failure with their
success on all other occasions, and especially on those affect-
ing their own interests, he could not join in the panegyric
pronounced by the Right Honourable 'Gentleman on the
Catholic priesthood. He begged to remind the House of a
recent awful occurrence near, Killarney, as it appeared in
the publication of the Catholic priest himself, who was en-
gaged in the affair. A man, who was the intended ob-
ject of attack from a numerous band of ruffians, put him-
self under the protection of the priest, .who gave him up to
one: of the band, on his promising to save the life of the
unhappy victim. The man was murdered ; and yet this
Priest positively refuses to give up the name of the man in
whose care he consigned the deceased, because by so doing
he would, he says, be guilty of a breach of religious con-
fidence. In the name of wonder, he would ask, what could
they possibly think of conduct like this—(A laugh.)—He was
sorry to find that so grave a subject could be treated with
levity. He was sure that if the lion. Gentlemen who thus in-
dulged themselves were aware of all the sufferings occasioned
by acts similar to those he had mentioned, they would not
think of making them a subject of merriment—(Coughing).—
The Hon. Gentlemen appeared to be impatient. If they could
be satisfied that they might give their votes upon this question
without examining the facts, they had only, to call out Ques-
tion !!and he would submit.—(A laugh, and cries of Question !)
Ile perceived the House were very impatient, and he would
therefore proceed to another topic. The insurrection ought,
he thought. to be effectually put down, and the cause of it
should be afterwards inquired into, but he never would agree
to parley with rebels in arms. He regretted the symptoms of
impatience which had been shewn by some in the House, an
incliffererce which he could attribute only to an ignorance of the
present State of Ireland, or an indifference to its welfare.
Mr. PLUNKETT said, it had been matter of complaint,
that on former occasions concession had not'produced submis-
sion ; but the House could not now be at a loss to.discover the
reason, for they saw that concession had been accompanied by
the curse of bigots. As for the statements of the lion. and
Learned Member, though they might be in a few partial in-
stances literally true, they were generally and substantially false.
It was only a small part of the country which was disturbed
and, as the disturbers were composed entirely of the lower
classes, it became matter of reproach that they were Cacho-
'lics. This was true, but the excesses had been visited upon
Catholics as 'well as upon Protestants. In all the prosecu-
tions against persons, instructions were given to make no
distinction in the selection of Jurors ; Protestants and Roman
Catholics were alike impannelled, and in no instance
could' it be said ,Catholics had declined serving. With
respect to the disposition of Roman Catholics to suppress oute
rage, the highest Dignitary, as well as the lowest Priest, had
uniformly opposed himself to every sort of disturbance. If
the lives and happiness of men had depended solely on the
preservation of tranquillity, they would not have entered
upon their duty with more devoted zeal than they had uni-
formly sheven. In case the Clergy had been neutral, the
present disturbance, which he did not consider so formi-
dable
as many persons did, might have become an evil
which would have required the whole force of the United
Kingdom to put it down. An Honourable and Learned
Member had said they must double the force to preserve
the' peace in Ireland. Good God ! could such language
be' worthy the attention of the House.—(Hear, hear, hear !)--
Why was it not put down with indignation by the Irish Mem-
bers ?__(Hear hear !)—He could tell the Right Hon. and
Learned. Gentleman that 50,000 men would not put down Ire-
land. Accumulated force, instead' of subduing the evil, was
likely to lead to interminable war between theetwo countries.
With respect to the ulterior part of the Right .Honourable Ba-
ronet's motion, calling on his Majesty to declare the causes of
these disturbances, it was quite impossible for him to adopt
such a motion without declaring that he had not confidence in
the Government of the country. He anticipated an improve-
ment in the state of Ireland, from the late visit his Majesty
had been graciously, pleased to make to that country. That
wise step had been followed up by the appointment of the Mar-
quis Wellesley. It would be unjust to that Noble Marquis, if
he did not say the measures of general conciliation already taken
under his administration were calculated to produce the happiest
results. He did not speak with reference to the Catholic
question, but the determination that Noble Lord had shewn
to administer the laws free from odious and party distinction.
If the country Gentlemen would do their duty, he had no
doubt they might make Ireland afford a cordial support to this
country. The tythe system, Police, and Magistracy, were
said to be the grounds of the present evils. The collection of
tythes was the greatest of all difficulties. No one had said
they had the least right to meddle with the property of the
Clergy, and he for one would feel the greatest repugnance
to interfere with that property. His opinion was, that the
Clergy of that country were not adequately provided' for. The
outcry against that body was unjust. The Landlords in the
south and west of Ireland found it their interest to exact the
highest rent. In some instances land was let at ten pounds
Per acre. The occupier, unable to pay his landlord, had fre-
Vently nothing for the clergyman, who in such cases got no-
taink; without severity ; but, in general, the clergy were for-
bearing. There was no prejudice more unjust than that which
was entertained against the clergy.. With respect to the Ma-
gistrates and education in Ireland, these subjects had already
occupied the serious attention of his Majesty's Government.
Upon the whole, he was obliged to oppose the motion ; and the
Right Hon. Gentleman concluded by saying, he had thought
it necessary to give some counterpart to the evidence of the
Ron. and Learned Gentleman.
Mr. GRATTAN supported the observations of his Right
-ion. and Learned Friend, whose knowledge of the state of
-Ireland made him competent to point out all the bearings of
the question under consideration. The Hon. Member recom-
mended unanimity in Ireland, and expressed a hope that he
should see the day when Protestants and Catholics would be
firmly united under the same lews and government.
Mr. PEEL said, he was relieved from the necessity of
troubling the House at length ; but he trusted the circumstance
ofr his having held the office of Chief Secretary of Ireland,
would account for his wishing not to let the discussion close,
without shortly stating the view he had takeh. He should ab-
Vain from all consideration of the Catholic Question. lie
thought the 'Right lion. Baronet had acted wisely in ex-
cluding it from his Address. When his Right Hon. Friend, in
the course of the ensuing Session,' should submit the great
question, it would be his duty to oppose a firm resistance ; but
till that period arrived he should consult his own interest in
avoiding any observation on the subject. The Right Hon.
Baronet wished to pledge the House to any measures which his
Majesty's Government might. sanction, but no explanation was
given as to the means of promoting inquiry into the Police and
other topics contained in the Address. On the othet hand,
there was the promise of the Government that all measures
should be taken for the welfare of Ireland. Could the House
expect any thing more ? Could they think it possible that Go-
vernment, which hail only been in office three months, with all
their time occupied in providing for the security of lives and
Property, were at that moment prepared to submit any specific
measure on all the points enumerated by the Right Hon. Baro-
net ? At the same time he could assure the House the Go-
vernment were sincere in their inquiry into the causes of the
disturbances and the means of remedy. He could appeal to
the Right Honourable Baronet whether the Government of
Ireland had not already done much for the benefit of the coun-
try. The mode of appointing Sheriffs had been assimilated to
the mode in England. The power of Aries to impose local
taxation had been regulated. All had been done that they
,could do to remedy the Police, and constant efforts were mak-
ing to correct the laws. He was convinced that Ireland, go-
verned by the laws which regulated England, Would be able to
correct iibuses without recourse to insurrection laws. He ad-
the statement of his Right Hon. Friend, respecting
the clergy of Ireland, but could not see hcw any measure of
commutation with respect to tithes could be provided. The
difficulties in the way of such a measnre appeared insurmount-
able. He, however, entreated the House to rest satisfied that
this subject would occupy the attention of the Irish Govern-
tent, and that it' would. do more than the Right Honourable
aronet would gain by the Address,- which went to no specific '
object.
Sink. PARNEL supported the Addresi, and contended
that some proposition ought to be adopted for the regulation of
tithes.
Sir J. NEWPORT, in reply, said, after the assurances fe-
ived from the Right Hon. Secretary, and his Right Hon.
riend, he should feel it unwise to press his motion further.
$e should be satisfied with having it upon the Journals of the
House, and it would hereafter appear that the affairs of Ire-
land had occupied the wisdom of Parliament. He disclaimed
TY intention to cast any imputation on the Government of
eland. He had the highest confidence in the Noble Marquis
at the head of that Government.
The Motion was then put and negatived without a division.
On the motion of the CHANCELLOR of the EXCHE-
QUER, the House resolved to adjourn at the rising to Wed-
nesday.
The Summary Proceedings Bill was read the third time
anThe d passed.
Warrants of Attorney Bill was read the second time
and committed for Wednesday.
The other Orders of the Day were disposed of, and the
',louse adjourned, at ONE O'CLOCK, to Wednesday.

Sir W. CURTIS was not one of Mr. MAlNwAitnip's seen-
. •rities, as has been stated in some of the Papers.

THE SUN•

SOLEM QUIS DICERE FilLSUlit AUDE4T ?

LONDON, -
TUESDAY, APRIL 231 1822.

Paris Papers have arrived and contain an ar-
ticle froth the Banks of the Danube, by which it
appears that a new plan for the partition of
Turkey had been submitted to Austria by Russia,
but that the Austrian Cabinet ,were not inclined
to accede to it, conceiving that the tranquillity
of part of her dominions might be endangered by

taking an active part in a war against Turkey,
and preferring the possession of her present states
to any new acquisitionS from the Ottoman terri-
tory. England, it is said, has no objection to
the occupation of Moldavia and Walachia by
Russia, but is determined to resist the farther
advance of that power towards Constantinople.
Otheraccounts say, that the dismemberment_
of Turkey in Europe has been agreed on by the
Prince de METTERNICH and M. de TATISCHEFF,
and an article from Nuremberg speaks In myste-
rious terms of unexpected events, which are ex-
pected to take place at the end of this month,
adding that Turkey may have to carry on a
double war as in 1788.

The Constitationnel gives 4 report that Lord
BERESFORD, who has been residing for some time
in France, has been ordered home to take the
command of 20,000 men, to be held in readiness
for active service ; but the rumour is not entitled
to any credit.

The French Five per Cents. opened on Satur-
day at 87f. 50c. and closed at 87f. 45c. Bank
Stock 1586 f. sc.—The following are extracts :
" PARIS, APRIL 19.—The Gazette of Nurem-
berg has received a piece of news which is emi-
nently probable, that the famous Ali Pacha ar-
rived safe and sound' at Mahon, with a part of
his treasures ; he had deceived Chourschid
Pacha, who being unacquainted with his person,
contented himself with the head of an old Alba-
nese soldier, dead of his' wounds, which had
been decorated with a magnificent turban
By an order of the English Ministry, Marshal
Lord Beresford, who has resided for the last
twelve months at Bouleford, near Rennes, has just
set out for .Brest, where he is to embark-on board
of an English vessel, which is to convey him home
to his own country. Marshal Beresford was Go 7
vernor. of Portugal for the English before the late
Revolution in that kingdom. Being obliged to
retire at that time, be came and settled in France
with the family of his ancient Secretary in Por-
tugal, whom the late events bad also forced to
leave his country. It is said, 6E4 the Marshal is
re-called to England to take the command of
20,000 men, which the English Government is
to hold in readiness.

BANKS OF THE DANUBE, APRIL 9.—lt is still
affirmed that Russia will soon take military pos-
session of Moldavia and Wallachia the roads
begin to be passable, and the Russians seem
purposely to have deferred their operations to
this time ; so that they have, not at all been dis-
concerted by the slow procrress of the negocia-
tions at Constantinople. It is certain that the
Turks cannot defend these two provinces, and
that they have always been obliged to evacuate
them, whenever, since the time of Catherine 11.,
the Porte has been at war with Russia. The
Turkish Government is so sensible of this, that
in case of a rupture, it will content itself with
having these countries laid waste. The Musbul-
men troops are said to have already received
orders in consequence.
The plan of operations of the Tuiks approved
by the Divan, consists in retiring as soon as hos-
tilities commence to the banks of the Danube,
without thinking of defending the passage of the
Pruth, and after having completely laid waste
the country abandoned.
People are generally persuaded," that if the
Russians once occupy Moldavia and Wallachia,
they will not be inclined to restore them to the
Turks, notwithstanding the different policy of
Austria. People are also' persuaded that the
Cabinet of St. James's will not greatly oppose
this occupation, but that if the Russians went
farther, it would not consent upon any terms
that Russia should make herself mistress of the
channel of Constantinople. It is added, that a
declaration to this effect has been communicated
by England to the Court of Vienna.

-M. de Tatischeff has, it is said, brought for-
ward a new plan, according to which, while the
Russians should occupy Moldavia and Wallachia,
a simultaneous occupation of Servia and Bosnia
should be made by Austrian Troops, so that if
in the ,sequel Russia should make any acquisitions
in Turkey, Austria would likewise obtain two
Turkish provinces ; it is affirmed, however, that
the Austrian Cabinet has not shewn itself inclined
to enter into these views ; that it is firmly re-
solved to persist, as long as possible, in its system
of neutrality ; and that it prefers the maintenance
of peace, in its hereditary States to all new ac-
quisitions resulting from a war with the Porte.

NUREMBERG, APRIL 13.—Well informed per-
sons affirm that the 15th of April will form an
epoch in the annals of diplomacy; and that move-
ments of troopS which are quite unexpected will
take place on the 30th. It is added, that Turkey
may have to sustain a double war as in 178$.
AUGSBURG, APRIL 13.—A letter from the
southern frontiers of Russia, of the 10th (26th)
of March, states, that the Coiinander-in-Chief
of the second army, Count de Wittgenstein, left
his head-quarters a fortnight ago, to review the
several divisions of his army. Letters, dated 16
days later, announce that this army was imme-
diately to march to Podolia, and form a great
camp at Winnieza, whither the Emperor Alex-
ander is to repair in a few days. Relays of horses
for his Imperial Majesty had already been pre-
pared at all the post-houses on the road. A
courier is also said to have crossed the frontier,
with despatches, inviting the Allied Powers to
hold a Congress at Warsaw."

We stated in our paper of Friday last that we
did not anticipate any beneficial proposition,
from Sir JOHN NEWPORT, when he should bring
forward his motion on the State of. Ireland.--
As we expected; the debate of last night was a
complete abortion, and the motion was negatived
without a division. Sir JOHN NEWPORT and his
supporters had no specific plans to propose,—no
practical remedy for the calamities under which
poor Ireland is suffering, to offer,—not even a
distinct view of the' real causes of the dis-
orders and wretchedness of the peasantry,
to unfold. On the part of Government, on
the other hand, it was justly observed, that
the present administration of Ireland had been
so recently formed, that it was not possible that
it should, in so short a time, be prepared to re-
medy
these multifarious evils which had eluded
the endeavours of every preceding Government

to correct them. The attention of the Irish Go-
vernment, it, vas stated,- is now earnestly direct-
ed`to the unhappy circumstances of the popula-
tion, and to the digestion of some permanently
efficacious measures of conciliation and relief.
Until those measures should be matured, the
Honourable Members of the House who are
connected with the Adminisqation of the Irish
Government, declared that they would be unable
to give any information as to the course intended
to be pursued. The debate, therefore, will disap-
point the hopes of all who expected any immediate
benefit to arise from the wisdom of Parliament hay-
ingbeen directed to the consideration of that lamen-
table condition of distress and crime into which Ire-
land is plunged. There is,however, oneconsolatory
reflection from the discussion which took place,
upon which the mind rests with a melancholy
pleasure. It is impossible not to be strongly im-
pressed with the anxiety manifested by all parties
to rescue Ireland from her present deplorable
and degraded situation. That a sincere desire
exists to heal her wounds, and to place her in
that • position of physical and moral elevation,
which her natural capabilities fit her to sustain,
is manifest. The deliberations of the Legislature
respecting her have assumed a character of fa-
therly solicitude for her welfare, which is well
calculated to insure the favourable reception of
any plan of amelioration that may ultimately be
adopted.

From the Irish Papers received this morning,
it appears that 'the Gentry of the County of Cork
have• agreed to memorialize Government for the
loan of sums of money, to 'be applied to the pro-
secution of Public Works, in order that the starv-
ing peasantry may thus be profitably and usefully
employed. This is the first and the most import-
ant step that should be adopted for the regene-
ration of Ireland. Every thing, however, will
depend on the wisdom' and skill with which the
funds that maybe obtained are directed. Pub-
lic works (properly so called) will neither feed
the hungry nor clothe the naked, nor lodge the
numerous hordes who are destitute of shelter for
the night. The peasantry should be employed
in the production of increased comforts for them-
selves,—a part of them in raising an abundant
supply of food for the whole,—another part in
fabricating such coarse articles of manufac-
ture as constitute the wealth of the poor,—and
a third part in creating that surplus produce
which is to form the rental of the land,—the in-
terest of the capital,—and ultimately the repay-
ment of the principal. ,By skilful combinations,
these results may with ease and certainty be ob-
tained ; while, if the capital be wholly expend-
ed on roads and canals, or public buildings,
however great may be the supposed improve-
ments of such undertakings, the country will
speedily recede to nearly its present state after
their completion.

By New York Papers-to the 25th ult. we find
that a Report from 'the Committee on Foreign
Affairs, in the House of Representatives, to which
was referred the PRESIDENT'S Message to that
House, concerning the recognition of the late
Spanish Provinces in South America, recom-
mended in the strongest terms the justice and
expediency of acknowledging their independence,
without any reference to the dive'rsity in their
forms of Government, and proposed the follow-
ing Resolutions
" Resolved—That the House of Representatives concur in
the opinion expressed by the President in his Message of the
Bth March, 1822, that the American Provinces of Spain, which
have declared their independence, and are' in the enjoyment of
it, ought to be recognized by the United States as independent
nations.

" Resolved—That the Committee of Ways and Means be in-
structed to report a Bill, appropriating a sum not exceeding
100,000 dollars, to enable the President of the United States to
give due effect to such recognition."
The Spanish Minister at Washington, upon
the appearance of this report, officially protested
against it, and withdrew from the seat of Go-
vernment to Philadelphia, considering the pro-
posed recognition as an act of hostility towards
Spain on the part of the United States. This in-
ference on the part of the Spanish Minister is
natural and reasonable, but he should certainly
wish to see whether the Ilottse of RepreSentatives
adopted the propositions and acted upon them in
consequence. That it is expedient to acknowledge
the' independence of the provinces in ques-
tion cannot be doubted, but that it would be
Just on the part of the United States, after the
surrender of the Floridas, and remaining in
alliance with Spain, cannot be admitted.—lt is
certainly wise in all countries to acknowledge
that independence which cannot be averted, but
it has been pfoperly observed, that the United
States should not have taken the lead, and ought
rather to have given to Spain the grace of being
the first to make the concession, in order to se-
cure the good will, though not to recover the alle-
giance of its colonial subjects, and then the policy
of all other nations might naturally be expected
to follow the example. Such ought to be the
courtesy of countries in amity with each other,
and such courtesy is at once conformable to the
dictates of national honour as well as national in-
'terest.

[From Baltimore, March 15.1
LATE FROM PANAMA.—By the schooner ;nod, which ,ar-
rived yesterday, in 21; days from Charges, we have accounts
fr6m Panama to the beginning of February, at which time every
thing was going on well with the New Government. An Eng-
lish ship of war had arrived at Panama from Lima, which place
she left on the 26th of December. The United States frigate
Constellation was there, and also several merchant vessels.—
The President's Message to Congress was read at Panama on
the sth of December.

[From a Richmond Paper of the 23d March.]
"EXTRAORDINARY METEOR.—On Saturday evening last,
about five minutes past ten o'clock, a meteor of a most extra-
ordinary-size and brilliancy passed over this city, in a direction
from the north-east to south-west. It is represented by per-
sons who saw it as nearly the size of a barrel, that sparks
were emitted from it in every direction, and that it left behind
it a track of light of great length ; and it was thought by some
that they heard a hissing noise as it passed over them ; the
passengers in the western stage saw it as they were passing
near Johnstown.

Another Account.—On Saturday evening last, whilst sitting
in our dwelling, which fronts the north, a silver light, if pos-
sible brighter than the sun, and singularly beautiful, com-
pletely filled the room in a moment ; the meteor exploded,
resembling the fire of a musket, leaving behind it a wide stream
of fire, which was visible more than ten minutes.

On Sunday a Cabinet Council was held at the
Foreign Office, Downing-street, which assembled
at two o'clock, and continued in' deliberation for
about three hours, not breaking up till five. All
the Cabinet Ministers were present.
Yesterday the LORD CHAMBERLAIN bad an au-
dience of his MApTESTY,

ST. GEORGE'S DAY.—This being the day.a.p-
pointed for the nativity of his Gracious Majesty
King GEORGE IVth, the morning was ushered
in by the ringing of bells, displaying of flags
from the church steeples, and every other demon-
stration of joy. Long before the hour of nine
o'clock an immense concourse of persons collected
on the parade in St. James's Park, to witness the
muster of the different brigades of foot guards in
their new clothing, white gaiters, and with•their
bands in splendid uniform. At half-past nine
the following detachments with their officers ar-
rived on th Mall, viz.—The 2d Battalion of
the Ist Regiment, commanded by Col. TOWNS.
END, the Ist Battalion of the 2d Regiment,
or Coldstream, under the orders of Captain and
Adjutant HENRY BENT/NCK ; and the 2d Batt.
of the 3d Regiment, under t; g-omrnand of Col.
Roo/E.—Just as the differ:. brigades had
formed in line a tremendous shower of rain fell,
which for some minutes threw them into confu-
sion, and they were dispersing from the parade,
but it having suddenly ceased, they again iook
their positions, when the bands imme-diately
struck up " God.save the Kiltg," which with
several other pieces of music were played in a
style truly delightful. After the battalions had
gone through their evolutions they proceeded.
from the parade towards the King's Palace, fol-
lowed by nearly one thousand spectators.—
At one o'clock the Park and Tower 'guns
bred a Royal salute, and his MAJESTY'S trades-
men are making preparations for a grand illumi-
nation in the evening.

FASHIONABLE ARRIVALS.
The Marquis and Marchioness of Chandos ; Lord and Lady
De Dunstanville ; the Earl and Countess of Bridgewater ; Mr.
and Mrs. Gordon, in Gloucester-place ; Lord Newborough,,
from Oxford ; the Marquis and Marchioness of Tavistock, in
Arlington-street, from Oakley House, Bedford; Viscount and
ViScountess Ebrington and family, in North Audley-street,
from Aylesbury; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Howard (of Corby) and
family, in Lower Grosvenor-street, from the Continent ; the
Earl Thanet, at the Clarendon Hotel, from Paris ; the Earl of
Fife, 'at the Pulteney Hotel, from Paris ; Lady Sebright and
her Daughter, at ditto.

The Princess Augusta took an airing yesterday with the
Duchess of Gloucester, and honoured the Dowager Viscoun-
tess Melville with a visit.

The Princess Augusta dined with the Duke and Duchess of
Gloucester yesterday, where there was a select party to meet
her Royal Highness.
Lady Elizabeth Somerset, second daughter to the Duke of
Beaufort, gave her hand on Tuesday last, at Heythorp, iiz
Oxfordshire, to Lord Edward O'Bryen, brother to the Marquis
of Thomond. The ceremony was performed by the Archbishop
of York.

Our Nobility seem to have taken the alarm since the arrest
of 31r. H- G- and another Gentleman at Paris, for the
arrivals in town from thence are constant.

The Countess Lieven's Asseriably, in Harley-street, on Svn-
day, was splendidly attended.
NATURAL SIMPLICITY.—A Lady some time back on a
visit to the British Museum, asked the person in attendance, if
they had a skull of Oliver Cromwell? Being answered in the
negative, " Dear me," said she, " that's very strange, they
have one at Oxford."

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