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but he had on the first'. occasion been unsucce:,sful in h-iti

object.

He had renewed his application afterwards, and

succeeded. It was now again his. privilege to renew the
'notion, and he hoped it would meet with the concurrence of
alt present. He proposed that the sum of 3001. (a similar
amount to that voted last year) should be given to the
chairman, the deputy-chairman, and the board of manage-
ment for their service 9 throughout the past year.
Mr. lioormt seconded the motion, which was carried with

but two dissenting voices.
Mr. R. JONES, the chairman, on behalf of himself and

colleagues, wished that the vote had been unanimous,
but in so large an assemblage the thing was of the less con-
sequence. It was a matter of congratulation fur them that
their success had been so marked in the past year ;
and as far as the present month might be con-
sidered an augury of the future, they had every
reason to be satisfied. Already that year they had
granted 28 policies, to the amount of 7,6001., they had accepted
fourteen proposals, amounting to 2,800/, and twenty-eight
were waiting examination, amounting to 5,550/.—(Cheers.)
For Mr. Thomas he had always had the utmost respect, and
the proof was to be found in his (Mr. Jones's) endeavour,
during the past year, to reconcile the differences existing
with his other colleagues, so as to bring matters to an
amicable settlement.—(Cheers.)
Mr. ISELIN was happy to propose a resolution on which he
did not anticipate the slightest difference of opinion. It was,
" That the cordial thanks of the meeting be presented to the
medical officers both in London and in the country, to the
local agents and committees, to the c“nsulting actuaries and
honorary solicit,rs, for their valuable irrvices during the past
year." The institution had imly paid as claims at present to
the amount of 600/., and if they cm sidered a business extend-
ingover a period of six pars they would find it impossible
not to admit that merit which these gentlemen would not
claim for themselves—(Cheers)—the exercise, namely, of the
highest professional skill, alike honourable to themselves and
most beneficial to the association.
The resolution was seconded by Mr. PRICE, and carried
amid acclamations. _ _

Dr. MULLINDEK, in a speech replete with wit and humour,
said that he rose to propose the following resolution :
" That the thanks of the meetinl.: be presented to the gen-
tlemen of the Press for their able advocacy during the put
}'ear;" but before he entered upon a description of what
this powerful college of preceptors had done, he would say,
with the poet—
" If, unhappily deceived, I dream,
And am too weak for such a noble theme,
Let charity forgive me the mistake
That zeal, not vanity, has chanced to make."

Fie would assume two facts—first, that education was im-

portant ; and, secondly, that the press was the great pro..
moter of it. In 1840, when the little infant in which they
were all so interested was ushered into the world, and re-
ceived the name of the " Provident Clerks' Mutual Benefit
Association," before that infant could utter a word or plead
its own cause, the press was the first to do so.—(Cheers.)
When the infant grew somewhat older and stronger,
it was determined to educate it, and the first
branch of that education was necessarily language.
—(Hear.) It now spoke English tolerably well, knew a
little Scotch, Irish, Welsh, German, Italian, Spanish, and
Hebrew, but it had only attempted three words of Latin.
which it was continually repeating " Tuti qui Providi." The
next step was geography, and it now could point out nearly
all the principal towns and cities in the kingdom, and from
the great pains taken by its preceptors, it would not be long
before it could point out the geographic position of every bank
and counting-house in the kingdom. It bad learned to draw
well, and had drawn charming sketches of happy homes and
smiling families. In music it had not only learned to finger
the notes, but had taught many widows and orphans to sing
for joy. Dancing was not one of its accomplishments, being
too firm on its legs to jump about or wheel abrit.
In arithmetic it was a proficient. In simple addition it
ad
in the past year added 374 to its numbers; in compound,
2,7001. to its stock. In subtraction, fortunately,u
had little
experience, having only been called upo_i_i_t_otsguivr it:s"7"
its existence, five from its members, and 6Uv
In multiplication it was graduallynsimorortig:s
them. In
both in the
number of its friends and the ea
reduction and division it would means
attempt un • 1848, when
Year's-it commenced the
it came to the profits. Or? N
rule of three, with a question wwhichor manymoo ahnthlsv, butweould
puzzle all the mathematicians and f
actuaries t
which he (the speaker) most earnestly called upon
at h
ttheey7tlllhe-
bens to assist in working out, but in order that
members, might be able so to do, he would at once state the
question. "If the year 1846 produced 374 members, what
tiught the year 1847 produce ?" (Continued cheering.)
Mr. JEFFS could not add one word to the subject which had
been so ably commented on by their esteemed secretary. Dr.
Mullinder. He would rest contented with seconding the
resolution.
Mr. GOSBELL said he rose to discharge one of the most
pleasing duties he had ever undertaken. When he looked
hack to the period when the society was in its infancy, hi
raced the rise and erisperity of the society to their able se-
cretary's connexion with it, and he therefore hoped that all
in the room would cordially second his proposition, " That
the best thanks of the meeting are due to Dr. Mullinder for
his zealous and effective services, and as a proof of the esti-
mation in which he is held, he is recommended to the con-
sideration of the board, for that remuneration his services are
deserving ot."
M.t. Daummi 'ND ,ee. ruled the re-olution.
Dr. MULLINIPER said—l %ill only detain you with three
verde. This tlig:i compliment has been unsolicited, unasked
for, and undeserved.—(Cheers.)
The meeting was then declared dissolved.

SPECIAL MEETING.
Mr. R. H. JONES moved that Mr. John Abel Smith take
he_chair, which having teen carried,
The SECRETARY r, ad the requi> tion calling a meeting for ..
e purpose of altering so u.uch of the ad rule as limited.
arnou, t of es*urkince to st)o/., and to give power to the
and of ma acPno,nt to receive prepos.o• and usue policies
•,T 810 Tis ut 1,00 1. 1: 1. -'‘olllil ApreF, lit'vi..ll.lC tr. hem to

-•- -
Mr. R. H. JoNis said that he WM about to pr polo a mow

ntion to the same effect as the notice that had been read to ,
them by their respected secretary, namely, that the amount
of the sum assured be raised to 1,000/., and giving
the managers power to take 1,0001., in lieu ot the 500 L, as at
present limited. He hoped that after what they had heard
of the prosperity of their society in the pa;t year, they would
have no hesitation in coming to the conclusion with himself
—a conclusion which by their managers was deemed essential
for the benefit of the association. In the beginning of the
last year a meeting was called for the same purpose, when
they were defeated by a majority of three and a half.—
(Laughter.) On that occasion a gentleman got up and ad•
vocated the alteration of the role, but at the close voted
against it. Twe friends of his own came with the intention
of voting with the board, but one gentleman got frightened
and frightened his friend also. Another gentleman fell asleep
(luring the proceedings, and when he awoke inadvertently
voted on the wrong side.—(Laughter.) He (Mr. Jones)
-could assure the meeting that, in order to ascertain the
general opinion on this matter, communications had been
opened with the agents in different towns, and they had
their unanimous consent to the proposed new arrangement.
He had a communication from Bristol, where at a meeting
held those present were unanimous for the alteration ; so
at Norwich. He had also a letter from their indefatigable
agent at Liverpool (Mr. Lee), who said that during the past
year he might have secured several 1,0001. policies if the
higher insurance could have been taken. Ile had also a long
list of names from gentlemen connected with, and resident in
London, all expressing their wish that this might be effected
soon as possible.

THEATRE ROYAL, DRITRY-LANE.
The Splendid Pantomime of " Harlequin and St. George and the
Dragon," is acknowledged to be one of the most successful ever
produced.
THIS EVENING

Will be performed the new Grand Opera of THE BONDMAN.
Marquis de Vernon, Mr. Weiss ; Floreville, Mr. Rafter ; Morliere.
Mr. Llorncastle; Ardenford, Mr. W. Harrison; Mal-a-Propos, Mr.
Harley ; Madame Corinne, Miss Romer; Grisette, Miss R. Isaacs ;
Frivole, Mrs. Hughes.
After which, the Grand Comic Christmas Pantomime, being a
mixture of the historical and legendary, entitled HARLEQUIN
AND ST. GEORGE AND THE DRAGON.

THEATRE ROYAL, HAYMARKET.
Under the Management of Mr. B. Webster, sole Lessee.
THIS EVENING
Will be performed the Comedy of SHE STOOPS TO CONQUER.
Mr. Hardcastle, Mr. W. Farren ; Sir Charles Marlow, Mr. Tilbury;
Young Marlow, Mr. Holl; Tony Lumpkin, Mr. Buckstone ; Mrs.
Hardcastle, Mrs. Glover; Miss Hardcastle, Miss Julia Bennett;
Dolly, Miss Woulds.
After which the petite Comedy, called THE WOMAN HATER.
Characters by Messrs. Webster, Holl, Rogers, and Miss Reynolds.
During the evening the Band will perform the Overtures, "Le
Fidele Berger," " ♦ntionee" Cellarius, " Dublin" Waltz, and " Ame-
risen Polka."
To conclu4e with an Original Grand Fairy Extravaganza.
called the INVISIBLE PRINCE; or. the Island of Tranquil
Delights. Principal characters by Mr. James Bland, Miss P. Horton,
Mrs. L. S. Buckingham, Miss Reynolds, and Miss Julia Bennett.

THEATRE ROYAL, LYCEUM
Under the Management of Mrs. Keeley.
FIRST JUVENILE NIGHT.
Triumphant success of Boz's new Christmas Piece. Last five
nights of " The Butterfly's Ball."
THIS EVENING
Will be performed a Drama, founded on the New Christmas
Annual of Charles Dickens, Esq., and adapted to the stage (by the
exclusive permission. of the author, from the proof sheets) by Albert
Smith, Esq.. c.dled TILE BATTLE OF LIFE. Principal cha-
eacters by Messrs. Leigh Murray, Turner, F. Matthews, F. Vining,
Meadows, Keeley ; Mrs. Woollidge, Miss Daly, Miss May, Miss
Grove, Miss Foster, and Mrs. Keeley.
After which a New Comic Pantomime, entitled THE BUT-
TERFLY'S BALL. Harlequin, Mr. John Lauri ; Clown, Mr.
J. W. Caller; Fantaloon, Mr. Gough ; Columbine, Miss 0. Hicks;
Attendant Sprites, Masters. C. and F. Lauri.
To conclude with the successful Comedy of TO PARENTS AND
GUARDIANS. In whict'. Mr. and Mrs. Keeley will appear.

Mr. Issaast had great pleasure in seconding the resolution,
because he believed it would contribute to the welfare of the
society. He bad not had the good fortune to be present at
the last discussion on this subject, he having been many
miles away from London at the time, but he believed that
the opposition then exhibited bad given place to more ma-
tured reflection. The board of management exercised a
prudent control, and as the meeting had reposed confidence
m them heretofore, he -thought that in this case they would
be fully justified in doing it again. He could not, indeed, see
how any additional risk could ever be contemplated as
arising from this alteration. The board of management con-
sidered that out of the 60,000 or 60,000 clerks which appeared
(from the late census) to be employed in and about the me-
tropolis, some thousands might be in the enjoyment of sala-
ries of not less than 2001., and it seemed reasonable to suppose
that a clerk so situated could afford to set aside enough for
• the annual premiums of a 1,0001. policy.
This, at 25 years of age, would only be £2O.
a 30 it u 23.
lt 35 « id 25.
However, the certainty of being applied to frequently for
surances to this amount was sufficiently obvious, from the
circumstance of having already (under the existing restrict
Lions) declined several proposals for Loopi. It also appeared
probable that a clerk able to insure for' 1,0001. would occupy
a station of some influence as regarded - his colleagues, and
being able to procure the means for recreation and personal
comfort, would offer a better life risk; that others who, less
favourably circumstanced, and suffering from the pressure of
centraeted means, could only afford to insure for the smaller
amounts. But we might carry our views beyond the mere
calculation, and see in the greatly increased income, which
the 1,0001. policies would produce, increased suprort to the
-benevolent department. As to this fund, the principal houses
in London had heretofore generously contributed, so at our
next and first division of profits, one-third of these would be
paid into the benevolent fund. In this way every insurer
becomes a contributor to this excellent fund, while, at the
same time, he is promoting and protecting his own interests.
Pure benevolence this association has often and successfully
invoked, but it must be remembered that this quality was not
inexhaustible ; the princely munificence of the merchants of
this great metropolis may be invoked too often—the cord
may be strained till it snap asunder. But as it is more,
honourable to feed the benevolent fund from our own insur-
-anee department. so it is more sure, because the principle of
mutual insurance carries within itself the seeds of its own
extension to an almost indefinite degree. Their able
actuary, who was in the room, would demonstrate to their
satisfaction that there was no possible risk, that, in fact, there
was everything to gain by the change, and nothing to lose.
• Mr. Barmy: (Actuary) stated, that it was quite clear
that in this case it was the object of the board of manage-
ment to procure a large business, and it was equally positive
that it was only by a large business that large profits could
be secured. The matter on which he was called to speak
was simply this, could they make this change with safety ?
There could be no doubt of it. The board of management
were not compelled to grant 1,000/. policies, they might issue
policies for 6001. or 7001., and so were in a position to get
themselves a good average. Many officf sin Scotland took to
the extent et 30,000/., giving away sometimes ::00 or 300
to other establishments, and securing themselves by taking
to the same amount in return. Their board could do the
same. He had fortified himself by the opinion of the eminent
Mr. Davis ; he had plaeed certain details before him, and
that able gentleman's opinion coincided with his own. The
'speaker then sew! from a statistical document the opinion of
the learned actuary, which: vas in effect the same as expressed
by Mr. %tray and the preceding speaker.
• After a few remarks from the UIAIRMAN, the following re-
solution was read by the seen tary, and it was ca ried
unanimously.
" The assurances granted Ly this association shall be as
follows, viz.:

rll EATRE ROYAL, ADELPHI.
NDER THE DIRECTION OF MADAME CELESTE.
THIS EVENING
Will be performed an original romantic Drama, called CO-
LOMBA, THE CORSICAN SISTER. Characters supported by
Madame Celeste, Mrs. Yates ; Messrs. Wright, Worrell, Bedford,
"). Smith, &e.
Between the pieces the celebrated ENTORTILATIONISTS, Mr.
John Lees and his three Pupils—the Masters Hanlon, will ex-
hibit their wonderful Jeux Gymnastlques.
After which a grand Fairy Spectacle, founded on the Ballet
of LA (P.SELLE, entitled THE PHANTOM DANCERS ; or, the
Wins Bride. Principal characters by Mr. Wright, Mr. P. Bedford,
Mr. 0. Smith. Mr. Cullenford, Madame Celeste, Miss Marian Taylor,
Miss Emma !larding, Miss Ellen Chaplin, and Mrs. Laws.

" A provision for the payment of a sum of money, of not
lesi than 5C1., nor exceeding 1,0001., at the decease of a
member.
• " A provision for a deferred annuity of not less than 101,
nor exceeding 501. per annum ; said annuity to commence at
not less than fifty-five years of age, and to continue for the
atemainder of life.

" A provision for a similar annuity to the above, the whole
'of the premiums to be returned (without interest) in the
event of a member's death before attaining the specified
e
-44 A provision for an endowment for children, not exceed-
ing -1,000/., on attaining the respective ages of fourteen or
twenty-one years.
"A provision for a similar endowment, the whole of the
premiums to be returned (without interest) in the event of
the -decease of the party before attaining the age agreed on.
" A provision for an immediate annuity not exceeding 501.
" A provision for the payment of a sum of money of not
less than 501., nor exceeding 1,0001., at the decease of a party
Rrni.cleA
.4pattt ?N.? 7)rj h no.
" A provision for any other contingency whereof the oc-
currence is susceptible of calculation by way of average."
Mr. JONES then moved a vote of thanks to Mr. Smith, for
his able and impartial conduct in the chair, which w.
seconded by Mr. Thomas, and carried amid deafening
cheers.

The Cam!lmAN, in returning thanks, said that while
nothing could give him greater pleasure than being in any
degree, however slightly, useful to the society, he was at the
same time conscious that these exertiosis were beneficial to
limself as well as to them. He was extremely gratified that
Mr. Thomas had seconded the vote with which they had just
honoured him, and be would be most happy to find him re-
new the old feelings of friendship and intercourse which had
been for a time interrupted. He thanked them sincerely for
the kindness they had just shown hint.
The Hon. Member then retired, and was greeted with
three hearty cheers. The meeting then broke up.

TOTAL LOSS OF 's HE SIRIETS
STEAM-PACKET AND NINETEEN LIVES.
The Cork Reporter of Saturday publishes the intelligence
Of the total wreck of the Sirius, Dublin and Cork steam-
packet, with a most calamitous loss of life. The following
are the principal details of this melancholy occurrence :
Between three and four o'clock this (Saturday) morning,
the vessel having made an excellent passage from Dublin to
the offing of Cork harbour, struck, in a dense fog, on a reef
of rocks in Ballycotton Bay, and instantly a scene of conster-
nation not to be described prevailed among the passengers.
Captain Moffatt, the commander, then deemed it advisable
to back the ship off the reef, and by much exertion, with the
engines and otherwise, succeeded in doing so; but they were
only a very short time clear of the rocks when it
became evident the vessel would not much longer re-
main afloat, as she was making water fast, and had
received serious injuries in her bottom and sides. She
AM accordingly again turned towards the land, and very
soon after began to strike on a ridge, called Smith's
Rocks, about half a mile to the west of Ballycotton, with
the certainty of going to pieces in a few hours.
The total loss of the vessel being thus inevitable, the
attention of all on, board was directed to the preservation
of the crew and passenger; and amidst the confusion and
alarm that prevailed, the life-boat, which is usually carried
over the paddle-box, was attached to the davits and lowered,
though unfortunately on the wrong side of the ship. This
boat, we understand, was not equal to accommodate more
than eight, but immediately she was launched twenty
crowded into ber, principally deck passengers, and before she
was well clear of the steamer, melancholy to relate, she was
swamped, and all in her met a watery grave save Capt. A.
Cameron, of the Prince river steamer, who was a passenger
from Dublin in the vessel. Meanwhile the steamer con-
tinued to thump heavily on the rocks, while the screams of
alarm from the affrighted passengers, and the heavy surf
breaking on her sides, and on the deck, rendered the
scene one of awful danger and intense anxiety. Soon
after the Coast-guard boat from Ballycotton station, under
command of Mr. Coghian, chief officer, came alongside, and
the ship's boats having by this time been also launched, the
remaining passengers were got into them, and safely landed,
though with the loss of every portion of their luggage, Sco.
The extraordinary exertions of Captain Cameron, of the
Prince (who was so providentially saved), in superintending
and assisting the landing of the passengers, have been de.
scribed to us as beyond all praise.
Every article that was washed ashore before the assist-
ance of military or police arrived was instantly carried off
by the people, who continued to assemble in large numbers.
A portion of the cabin plate and other portable articles of
value were brought on shore in one of the boats, but soon
became the booty of the country people, as did also such,
personal luggage belonging to the passengers as they con-
trived to save from the wreck.

PRINCESS'S THEATRE, OXFORD-STREET. • -
J. M. Maddox, sole Lessee and Manager.
THIS EVENING
Will be performed a new and original Musical Romance, entitled
THE SEVEN MAIDS OF MUNI ; or. The Ghost's Tower.
Col. Bertrand, Mr. C. Fisher ' • Capt. d'Armincourt, Mr. Allen ;
Capt. liellejambr, Mr. I.etiler ; Lieut. Adolphe, Mr. Wynn;. Cornet
Grosdos, Mr. Compton ; Baron Bristlei,ach, Mr. Walton ; Bumps,
Mr. Honner; Seven Maids of Munich, Misses Sara Flower, Rourke,
E. Honner, Dincks, L. Marshall, Laporte ; Uricl, MISS
Marshall; Madame Grout; Mrs. Foshroke.
After which a new Farce, entitled SCHOOLBOY FROLICS.
Sir Gabriel Gabbleton, Mr. Granby ; Captain Masterton, Mr.
Vining ; Albert, Miss Marshall ; John Wildgoose, Mr. Cowell ;
Clara Montresor,' Mrs. Hughes ; Matilda, Miss E. Ils.nner ;. Mary
. Wildgoose, Miss Somers.
In the course of the evening Professor HEMMING and his ta-
lented r •lIILDREN will go through their wonderful performances.
Previous to the Pantomime the Band will perform " The Ame-
i :can Polka," introducing " The Railroad Overture."
To conclude with a new Grand Comic Christmas Pantomime, entl-
. lied The ENCHANTED BEAUTIES of the GOLDEN CASTLE;
or, The One-eyed Geni. Harlequin, Mr. Bologna; Pantaloon, Mr.
t'aulo ; Columbine, Miss Burbidge ; Sprite, Mr. H. Marshall ;
lown, Mr. Flexmore. •

• Up to the last accounts the ship was fast go'ng to pieces,
and probably after another tide there will not be a vestige of
her left.

FRENCH PLATS.—ST. JAMES'S 'THEATRE.
Lessee, Mr. John Mitchell.
TO-MORROW EVENING
Will be performed the Vaudeville of LBS PETITES MISERES
DE LA VIE H MAINE. Grenouillet, M. Cartigny; Duhamel,
M. Tourillon ; Madame Dolby, Mdlle. Angele ; Jeanneton, 3ldlle.
Celina Fouquet.
After which, the popular Drama of L'AIIBERGE DES ADRETS.
:Zobert Macairc, Mons. F. Lemaitre ; who will, during the Piece,
lance "La Valse de Faust."
Boxes, Gs. , Pit, 3s. 6d.; Stalls, 35.; Gallery, 2s. Doors opened at
alf-past Seven, and the performances commence at Eight.

MRS. GORE'S NEW WORK.
Just ready, in 3 vols. post Bvo.
TEMPTATI(LN AND ATONEMENT
By Mrs. GORE.
Authoress of
" Mothers and Daughters," " The Banker's Wife," dtc.
Henry Colburn, Publisher, 13, Great Marlborough•stre•t.

ASTRON ICAL USE OF THE
MAGNETIC TELEGRAPH.
We have received a copy of the volume containing the
" Astroncmical Observations," for the year 1845, as con-
ducted at the Observatory in this city, under the super-
intendence of Lieutenant Maury.
We ure niminded by Lieut. Maury that the electric
telegraph is the most exquisite of astronomical instru-
ments. The eclipses of Jupiter and his satellites, the
transit of the planets across the disc of the sun, solar
eclipses, occultations, and moon culminations have all
been appealed to by astronomers for an accurate deter-
mination of their longitude. For the purpose of observ-
ing some of these phenomena, and assisting in the
solution of the grand problem, expeditions, at great cost
of time, llhour, and money, have been fitted out and sent
to distant parts of the world. Still the astronomer la-
mented over the imperfection of his means, the want of
accuracy in his results.
The speed of the magnetic fluid surpasses the.velocity
of light. The superintendent of the National Observatory,
in this city, proposes to avail himself of this principle
for the purpose of determining difference of longitude
between the capital of the republic and the principal
cities of the Union so soon as the telegraph lines shall
cross the Potomac and the mountains for the cities of the
south and west, which we uederstand they will soon do.
Having the advantage of all other nations in extent of
country and length of lines to be embraced in the appli-
cation of the magnetic principle, such a determination of
the longitude with us would be of great, practical import-
ance in giving accuracy to geographical positions,
land highly interesting and useful in many points
lof view. Instead of sending out an' expedition,
el great cost, it is contemplated only to send as
Officer with a small instrument from place to
place. Being at his station, he advises, by telegraph,
his principal at the Observatory of the fact, and receives
answer to be ready, that the star is approaching the
Meridian of Washington ; at the moment of culmination
ere the signal is given, and the time is noted there also.
In a little while, the wiry messenger brings word from
the west that the star is approaching that distant meri-
dian, and at the instant of its transit there the signal is
repeated. The interval of time between these two
transits is the difference of longitude required. How I
simple. beautiful, and accurate ! We observe that the
wires lead now into the Observatory, and, upon inquiry,
learn that they have bi-en brought there for the purpose
Of determining, for the coast survey, difference of longi-
tude between the Observatory, Philadelphia, and Jersey
City.— Washington Union.

BREACH OF ' TRUST BY A BANK OFFICER.-
Ronald Gordon, late secretary and accountant to the Ex.
change Bank of Scotland, Edinburgh, was found guilty, at
the High. Court of Justiciary, on Wednesday, of embezzling
the funds of the bank to the extent of from 2,0001. to 3,0001
lie was sentenced to fifteen years' trartspor ation.
COMMENCEMENT OF THE iIANK OF ENGLAND.—
At the time the Bank of England was established, only
four great banks existed in Europe, one in Holland,
one in Germany, and two in Italy ; they were of Ams-
terdam, Hanaburgh, Venice, and Genoa. All but the
Genoese Bank were formed solely fur the convenience
ix merchants ; the latter was not only for that general
T'ull'"e, but' was also founded for the immediate emolu-
ment of the individual proprietors , and, after this model, the'
wasßa Bank ki
sosfu!ie
ignfa
ntilewas established in 1694. The commission
year of William and Mary, on the 15th
of June of that GENERAL NEWSPAPER AND ADVERTISING OFFICE,
kind had been. lon. The necessity of some institution of this .45 ...
several , Mr. William Patterson had r • •
g felt, and i , vi ORCESTE R. STREET BIRMINGHAM, JAN. 19.—The Sun
travelled into
vars,ctommercial countries, in 1691, . . .
ryas received at this office (exclusively) before seven o'clock
and the followingT
is
gentleman
examine into their banking 1 .T.,
this evenin,r, containing the Queen's Speech.
establi hments.
communicated to
Mr. Michael Godfrey the progress 1 LXTRAORDINARY DISPATCH.—Her Masty did
series. The original f, undattiornes3of and result of his disco- not reach the House of Lords yesterday to open Parliament
ever, claimed by Mr. John Briscoe;a public bank is, how- till nearly two o'clock ; and at four we received at our office
which he makes this pretension are stated it na he
grounds ea al copy of The Sun, containing the Royal Speech. The
letter pre.. Atandard, with the Speech, did not reach Brighton till half.
ceding his "Advice to a Freeholder." It was
in opP°B Wen past five.—Brighton Guardian.
tO the National Land Bank tha
Comm enced.—Banker'b M agazi tthe Bank of ne England was i TBE Loans' ADDRESS..--ThiS afternoon the Ad-
SURGICAL
OPERATION WITHOUT PArN.___Tiaz dress of the House of Peers, in answer to the Speech from Ike
ll'Jleone, was presented to her Majesty at Buckingham
ETHER ANTIDOTE.—AR experiment was mace at the Ro al
Infirmary, Edinburgh, on Saturda by Dr. Duncan. ihe slidee• Lords Hatherton and Carew, the mover and
ems iated wh limb onder of the
patient was a young man, weak and , —ON wltnd
wo,s
_I, and presented the Address to her Majesty. There
it was deemed necessary to amputate at the middle of the
thigh. After inhaling the vapour of ether for about two Rolen°_rPotrocesaion, as is usual on such occasions, and the
minutes, he became quite insensible to pain, and the 1 NEwP
cAeendings were conducted with the utmost privacy.
CASTLE-lIPON-TYNE STOOK EXCHANGE, JAN.
operation was proceeded with, the anodyne influence being 1 —The-
maintained during its progress, by the continued admini- r)
mfries,
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Carlin—Caledonian, New. Is. dis.—Glasgow,
titration of the ether. His eyes continued open, and be york Reg.3,;(,,AP..4k Ns. p.— Great Northern (London and
readily answered. the questions put to him, describing with kT
—oewcastle and Carlisle, 116
Buxton, and Matlock, la p
great calmness that he felt no pain of any kind. The pulse c +le and Berwick (North g•---
Ditto, New, 14% p.—New-
id the patient remained unaltered, and in every other re- 1 Tdirds, 525. 6d. p.—Ditto,gulelda), 1314 v.—North British,
sped the appearances at the operation were precisely similar I tension, 153.6 d. p. art"' 4Cis• sd. v.—Ditto, Ex
$e clam of the lune hind.-. Edinburgh richly E2prels. 1 . ,