The Sun.
London, England, 1847-01-28 00:00:00

ference to religious subjects, my-address-will lime shown you
my attachment to the Established Church. I consider itnot
only supported by Scripture but strengthened by time, and it
is moreover the church of the majority of the people. It may,
very probably, be felt that there are particular points upon
which, from the hitherto active nature of my pursuits, I may
not be considered the most fitting person to comment; but it
has been a source of delight to me to find, in the course of
my canvass, many intelligent and excellent ministers of
various denominations. I, therefore, propose upon any im-
portant measure, affecting the Established Church, to seek
counsel from its clergy among my constituents; and where
the interests of those not conforming to the Established
Church are likely to be affected, I shall feel equal pleasure
iu consulting; the ministers and leaders of those bodies ; so
that while I respect your independence by reserving my
independent vote, I hope so to mature my judgment by
reflection, as to approximate to the truth, and to record my
tote to your satisfaction.—(Cheers.) Much may be said on
the important subject of the poor- laws. The old system was
undoubtedly bad, and the new one may not be perfect.—
(Loud cheers.) I do not, however, desire to dwell on their
details, for I fancy I have a plan, simple yet practical, which
is likely, I think, so far as this neighbourhood is concerned,
to prove effectual.—(Cheers.) Gentlemen, looking to the
question of agriculture in its relation to the prosperity of
this city, I feel strongly that their interests are mutual, and
I therefore regard with much pleasure the progressive de-
velopment of the railway system as a means of benefiting
both.— (Cheers.) I clearly see a participation in the advan.
tage of the import and export at the coast; I see the im-
portance of direct communication with the country, the cities
and seaports in the west, and of a closer connexion with the
manufacturing districts in the north. I know the comfort,
the convenience, and the economy of rapid and uninterrupted
communication with every part of the kingdom, and I feel
sensible, I assure you, of the blessings attendant more espe-
cially to the poor upon being plentifully supplied with cheap
fuel. Enjoying all these, Salisbury cannot fail to advance
in the general march of improvement.—(Loud cheers.) But
to refer especially to Salisbury itself, although my ac-
quaintance with the city may be slight, let me assure you
many ways occur to me in which I may be useful, and, if
elected, would ask you at all times freely to suggest to me
such matters as may appear to you, my friends, either in-
dividually or collectively likely to be beneficial.—(Cheers.)
Already it, has been suggested to me that a pitched market
would be desirable, and, doubtless, many other means of im-
provement will occur to you ; if so, I need hardly say how
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that neither man, woman, or child has asked of me either
fee, favour, or pledge.—(Cheers.) If you send me to Parlia-
ment, I go there as a perfectiy independent man, a fact as
honourable to you as it is flattering and honourable': o me.—
(Cheers.) But believe me that the manner in which I have
been introduced amongst you, and the hearty goodwill: I
have experienced at your hands, cannot fail to command my
gratitude, and will ever leave a lasting impression on my
mind.—(Long-coutinued cheering.)
No other candidate having been proposed, the MAYOX, de.
dared W. J. Chaplin, Esq., to be duly elected.
Mr. CHAPLIN then proposed. and Mr. HETLEY seconded
a vote of thanks to the Mayor, after which Mr. Chaplin,
attended by a band, gaily decorated banners, and a nu-
merous party of electors and friends, perambulated the city.
Not the slightest disturbance arose to mar the general har-
mony of the proceedings. A public dinner took place in the
evening at the Council Chamber, of which nearly 200 gen-
'lemen partook.