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The Sun.
London, England, 1846-01-08

CIIIITSTMAS lIOLIDAYS.
11,61:____AL, POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTION,
—wiures fir this period of the year, by Dr. Ryan and
Soff6.l. Bachoffner in CHEMISTRY and NATURAL PHILO-
'. Leebe be Illustrated by interesting and brilliant experiments.
W!e_ on the PREVALENT DISEASE in POTATOES willbe
'pratiT by Dr. Ryan, and also on the ATMOSPHERIC RAIL-
'
I.l' Professor Bachoffner, a Working Model of winch, ear-
04,04Zeral Persons, is exhibited daily. The additions to the
ttoa. MICROSCOPE, DISSOLVING VIEWS, and CHROMA-
Denraelitr, very effective. The PHYSIOSCOPE. Submarine Ex-
tba .31' Means of the DIVER and DIVING BELL. Among
AM:l4l,T,.additiOns to the Working Models is 41;oleman's NEW
teem LOCOMOTIVE ENGINE, for ascending and de-
tlttri;geua.....eueed Planes. A magnificent Collection of TROPICAL
ill the 11...'"" Dmvne, the celebrated Flute Player, will take part
Psit conducted by Dr. WaMs. Open from Eleven 4 Half-
"'Ye and from Seven to Half-past Ten in the Evening.
Adadsaion, One Shilling, Schools,

HEAD
INN, COVENTRY.
Conducted hy JAMES WILLIAMSON.
J Iv TO COMMERCIAL GENTLEMEN.
tolluz: takes the present opportunity of thanking his numerous
tOrls,7re, Friends for their liberal support for the last five years,
C0n4:".5,3, by strict attention to their comforts, he shall receive a
of their favours.
to ognMercial Gentlemen generally, J. W. begs most respectfully
f3tcouil:: has made arrangements to receive an increased number
ot
Vrahi.vt'eatte guests, assuring them his best endeavours shall not be
Ilhtble7 rnder their visit to the King's Head at all times de-

Path
es,
Rooms convenient for the exhibition of stock.
nes, Flys, and Gigs, always ready, at moderate charges
Agent to-the London and Birmingham Railway.
London, England, 1846-01-08

THEATRE ROYAL, ADELPHI.
THIS EVENING_

- - -
Will be performed THE CRICKET on the SIEARTH. John Peery-
bingle, Mr. 0. Smith ; Caleb Plummer, Mr. Lambert ; Tackleton,
Mr. Cullenford ; Edward, Mr. Selby ; Dot, Mrs. Fitzwilliam ; Bertha,
Miss Woolgar ; May Fielding, Miss Taylor.
After which, SEEING WRIGHT,.

To conclude with an entirely New and Original Christmas Paw-
tamime, called HARLEQUIN AND POONOOWINGKEENVANG-
FLIHEEDREFLOBEEDEEBUSKEEBANG; or, The King of the
Can■ibal Islands. Harlequin, Mr. T. Ireland ; Columbine, Miss
Fleming ; Clown, Mr. C. J. Smith; Pantaloon, Mr. INlitchelsou.
London, England, 1846-01-08

THEATRE ROYAL, HA.YMARKET.
Tilts EVENING
Will be repeated TILE CRICKET ON THE HEARTH. A Fairy
TON of Ileum. • John Peerybingle, Mr. Webster; Tackleton, Mr.
Tilbury; Caleb Plummer, Mr. W. Farren ; Stranger, Mr. 11. Roll ;
Dot, Mrs. Seymour; Bertha, Miss Seymour; May Fielding, Miss
Telbln ; Tilly Slowboy, Mr. Tiuckstone.
After which, A CABINET QUESTION.
To conclude with a Grand New Extravaganza, entitled THE BEE
AND THE ORANGE TREE; or, The Four Wishes. Principal
Characters by Mr. Hudson, Mr. James Bland, Mr. Caulfield, Mr.
Clark, Miss P. Horton, Miss Julia Bennett, Mrs. Caulfield, and Mrs.
Stanley.

THEAThE ROYAL, AI)ELFHI
, THIS EVENING

Will be performed THE CRICKET on the HEARTH. John Peery-
bingle, Mr. 0. Smith; Caleb I'lummer, Mr. Lambert; Tackleton,
Mr. Cullenford; Edward, Mr. Selby; Dot, Mrs. Fitzwilliam; Bertha,
Miss Woolgar ; May Fielding,. Miss Taylor.
After which, SEEING WRIGHT.
To conclude with an entirely New and Original Christmas Pail-
tanihne, called HARLEQUIN AND POONOOWINGKEEWANG-
ELI UE EDEEFLOBEEDEEBUSKEEBANG ; or, The King of the
Cannibal Islands. Harlequin, Mr. T. Ireland.; Columbine, Miss
Fleming ; Clown, Mr. C. J. Smith; Pantaloon, Mr. Mitcheuson.
London, England, 1846-01-08

After which, SEED,iG WRIGHT.

To conclude with an entirely New and Original Christmas Pan-
tomime, called HARLEQUIN AND POONOOWINGKEEWANG-
FLIREEDEEFLOBEEDEEBUSKEEBANG; or, The King of the
Cannibal Islands. Harlequin, Mr. T. Ireland ; Columbine, Mica
Fleming ; Clown, Mr. C. J. Smith; Pantaloon, Mr. Mitcheesou.

THEATRE ROYAL, LYCEUM.
Success Brilliant and Triumphant!—" The Cricket on the Hearth,"
by Charles Dickens, Esq., written expressly for this Theatre—and
the magnificent Burlesque of " The Enchanted Horse" every
Evening!

THIS EVENING WILL BE PERFORMED
THE CRICKET ON THE HEARTH: A FAIRY TALE
OF HOME.

The Principal Characters by Mr. and Mrs. Keeley, Mr. Emery, Mr,
F. Vining, Mr. Meadows, and Miss Grove.
. . .

After Which will be repeated a New Grand Romantic extravaganza,
entitled THE ENCHANTED HORSE; or, Prince Firouz Schah of
Persia and the Princess of Bengal. Principal Characters by Messrs.
Keeley, Wigan, F. Matthews, Collier, Turner, Kinloch, &c. ; Mes-
dames Keeley, Villars, Hodson, Dawson, Howard, Arden, &c.
Stalls, ss. ; Boxes, 4s. ; Pit, 2s. ; Gallery, 6d.

PRINCESS'S THEATRE, OXFORD-STREET.
THIS EVENING
fall be repeated TIIE CRICKET ON THE HEARTH. The
Principal Characters by Messrs. Ryder, Compton, Leigh Murray,
Courtney, Mrs.. Stirling, Miss Marshall, Mrs. Fosbroke, Miss
3rentnell, and Miss Somers.

To be followed by a New Extravaganza, entitled JEAMES, THE
RAILROAD FOOTMAN OF BERKELEY-SQUARE. Jeames Plush,
Mr. Compton.
To conclude with a New Christmas Pantomime, entitled THE
KEY OF THE KINGDOM ; or, lIAE'.EQUIN AND THE FAIRY
BLUE BELL. Harlequin, Mr. W. H Harvey; Columbine, Miss
Bullen ; Clown, Mr. Flexmore ; Pantaloon, Mr. T. Hill.

ROYAL OLYMPIC THEATRE.
THIS EVENING

Will be performed TIIERESE ; or, The Orphan of Geneva. Carwin,
Mr. C. Boyce ; Therese, Miss L. Melville ; Countess, Mrs. C. Boyce.
After which a New Ballet, in which Mr. Leclerq will appear.
To be followed by A GOOD NIGHT'S REST.
And concluding with the now Pantomime, unapproachable for glee
and grandeur, called FORTUNATUS ; or, THE MAGIC CAP.
Fortunatus, Miss Hamilton; Prince Megrim, Mr. Cockrill ; Fairy
Queen, Miss Bromley ; Harlequin, Mr. Smythers ; Pantaloon, Mr
Charles ; Clown, Mr. Jefferini ; Columbine, Miss Laidlaw.

NEW STRAND THEATRE.
M. PIIILLIPPE'S WONDERS and incredible CHINESE DE-
LUSIONS will be repeated every Evening, doors open at a quarter-
past-Seven, to commence at a quarter before Eight.
M. Phillippe's most Popular Deceptions and Peculiar Experiments
will be varied by the Amusing Performances of the Chiarini Family
and astounding Feats of the American Brothers.
M. Philippe will (by desire), and In consequence of the immense
overflows which have attended his Morning Performances, give a
Grand Juvenile Entertainment every Thursday Morning, commencing
at Twe o'clock. _
London, England, 1846-01-08

tonnage, shall be navigated westward of Clcove,
ai a greater- speed than at thesor
miles in an hour with the tide, to ,r more than seven tildes
in an hour against the tid,, such distances respectively
to be computed and ascertained by the marks of ad-
measurement set up on the shore of the river by the
Corporation of the City of London; and if the master
navigate, or permit to be navigated, the vessel at any
greater rate or speed, he shall forfeit and pay for every-
such offence any sum not exceeding 5/."
The LORD MAYOR observed that there were other
rules, which provided in an especial manner against care-
lessness or negligence of those having the care of the
lives and property of the public, and he belived and
trusted that the strict observance of the whole would
produce a very great change for the better cn the great
highway of the Thames. He assured the public, that
in evety case of complaint made before him, they would
find their interests zealously attended to, and there
would be no deviation from the important course he had.
from the moment ha became a magistrate, determined
to follow.
London, England, 1846-01-08

TONTINE ANNUITIES.

m progress e
This Company, in submitting the subject of Tontine Annuities t®
theopubiic, is influenced by the belief that there are many persons,
w
pethrough of
life,longevity,w and
ill gladly
desirely a valol of
themselvesea se a a titan etnhci
as they
s
mode of investment ;—by which they will secure a large remunera-
tive and increasing income,theiive of
guaranteeds
to them by the Company
during their own lives Cr
The following is an illustration of the theirPrrminee.
theciple of Tontine
An-
nuities :—lf 1,000 persons subscribe looL each, they or their
respec-
tive nominees, being of an age to enter the class whiehthean-
an-
nuity granted is 61. per cent. per annum, each subscriber or nominee
will, during the continuance of all the lives, receive an annuity of 61. ;
but as the lives drop, the share of the deceased parties win be
divided among the survivors, until they are reduced to six, each of
whom will then receive 1,000/. per annum for life ; but as they re-
spectively die ad', the 1,0001. per year which the deceased party re-
ceived will fall into the funds of the Company, for the benefit of the
shareholders ; and so in proportion for a larger or smaller number of
subscribers or their nominees.
This mode of investment will place It in the power of almost every
individual, at some period of life, by prudently and legitimately ap-
propriating a comparatively small sum of money, which in many in-
stances would be otherwise uselessly expended, to secure Indepen-
dence and comfort in their declining years.
Parents may also by these means provide for their children.
Wealthy relatives for their poorer relations.
Applications for shares, in the following form, to be directed to
Charles Barker, Esq., No. 46, Lincoln's Inn-fields :
To the Directors of the Tontine Life Assurance Company.
Gentlemen,—l request you to allot me Shares in this
Company ; and I hereby agree to accept the same, or any less num-
ber you may allot me, and to pay the deposit of Two Shillings per
Share thereon, and also to execute the Deed of Settlement of the
Company when required to do so.
Name ..............
Addre55......... .....
Profession or Business
Reference .....
London, England, 1846-01-08

THEATItE ROYAL, COVENT-GARDEN.
JULLIEN"S ANNUAL SERIES OF CONCERTS.
Two Solos by Signor Sivori (his Last Night but Two)—The Lax
Week of the English Quadrille.
PROGItA.II3IE FOR THIS EVENING.
PART I.

Overture, Mezzottnte—C riven!.
Quadrille, from Verdi's Opera of "
Solo, Bassoon, by M. Baumann—Baumann.
The Allegro, Fugue, and Triumphal March from Beethoven's

,
Symphony in C. Minor—Beethoven.
Solo, Violin, " La Prierie de Moise," executed on the Fourth String
by Signor Sivori—Rossini and Paganini.
The Eaglish Quadrllle—Jullien.
PART 11.
Opera, Grand Fantasia from Ttellini's Opera, "'forma"—Bellint.
The Nei► Poißa, " The Cricket on the Hearth"—Jullien.
Solo, Violin, The celebrated Carnival de Venice, performed by Signor

_
Strorl—PagAnini.
ValAe a Deux Tema (Second Set), " The Bridal"—Jullien.
Stabet Mater " Coins Animam," performed on the Cornet-a-piston.

by Herr Komilg —Rossini.
Grand Galop from " Alma"—Costa.
Full particulars of the Beethoven Festival, which commences on
Monday nett, will be duly advertised.
GRAND BAL MASQUE.
The unexpected prolongation of this Series of Concerts, added to
th e universal admiration expressed by the brilliant assembly at the
last Hal Masque, Induces M. Jullien to announce another Bal Masque,
which will take place on Monday, February 2, 1846.
London, England, 1846-01-08

THEATRE ROYAL, COVENT-GARDEN.

M. JULLIEN'S ANNUAL SERIES OF CONCERTS.
Two Solos by Signor Sivori (his Last Night but Two)—The Last

- - Week of the English Quadrille.
PROGRAMME FOR THIS EVENING.
PART I.

Overture, Msztofante—C rivelli.
Quadrille, from Verdi's Opera of " Ernani"—Jullien.
Solo, Bassoon, by M. Baumann—Baumann.
The Allegro, Fugue, and Triumphal March from Beethoven's
Symphony in C. Minor—Beethoven.
Solo, Violin, " La Prierie de Moise," executed On the Fourth String
by Signor Sivori—Rossini and Paganini.
Tho English Quadrille—Julien.
PART H.
Opera, Grand Fantasia from Bellini's Opera, " Norma"
The New Polka, " The Cricket on the Hearth"—Julien.
Solo, Violin, The celebrated Carnival de Venise, performed by Signor

'—Bellini.

Valse a Deux Tems (Second Set), " The Bridal"—Jullien.
Stabet Mater " Cujus Animam," performed on the Cornet-a-pieten

by Herr Kcenig—Rossini. - -
Grand Galop from " Alma"—Costa.
Full particulars of the Beethoven Festival, which sommenCes on
Monday next, will be duly advertised.
GRAND BAL MASQUE.
The unexpected prolongation of this Series of Concerts, added to
the universal admiration expressed by the brilliant assembly at the
last Bal Masque, induces M. Jullien to announce another Bal Masque,
which will take place on Monday, February 2, 1846.

THEATRE ROYAL, HAYMARKET.
THIS EVENING

Will be repeated THE CRICKET ON THE HEARTH. A Fairy
Tale of Home. John Pesrybingle, Mr. Webster; Tackleton, Mr.
Tilbury; Caleb Plummer, Mr. W. Farren ; Stranger, Mr. H. Moll;
Dot, Mrs. Seymour ; Bertha, Miss Seymour; May Fielding, Miss
Telbin ; Tilly Slowboy, Mr. Buckstone.
After which, A CABINET QUESTION.

To conclude with a Grand New Extravaganza, entitled THE BEE
AND TILE ORANGE TREE ; or, The Four Wishes. Principal
Characters by Mr. Hudson, Mr. James Bland, Mr. Caulfield, Mr.
Clark, Miss P. Horton, Miss Julia Bennett, Mrs. Caulfield, and Mrs.
Stanley.
London, England, 1846-03-05

HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE.

The Nobility, Gentry, Subscribers to the Opera, and the POlic are
respectfully informed, that on SATURDAY Next, March 7, will
bo performed (Athe Second Time in this Country) Verdi's cele-
brated Opera of 'NAM: CO," under the title of

NINO.
With New Scenery, Dresses and Decorations.

Ninus, King of Assyria, Signor Fornasari; Idaspe, Signor Corelll ;
Orotasphe (High Priest of the Temple of Isis), Signor Botelli ; Ab-
dello (an Officer of the King of Assyria), Signor Daiticri ; Fenena
(daughter of Ninus), 11Iadlle. Corbari, her second appearance in this
country ; Anna (-ister of Orotasphe), Madame Bellini ; Abigail (a
slave, supposed to be the eldest daughter of Ninus), Madlle. San-
cbioli, her second appearance in this country.
To conclude with an entirely new Grand Ballet, by M. Perrot.
In Five Tableaux. The music by Signor Pugni. The Scenery by
Mr. C. Marshall, entitled,
CATARIN ; or, LA FILLE DU BANDIT.
The principal parts by Mdlle. Lucile Grains, Madame Petit Stephan,
Manes. Moncelet, Cassan, Demelisse, and Madame Louise Taglioni,
(her second appearance in this country.) M.M. Gosselin, Bertrand,
Di Mattia. and Perrot.
Applications for Boxes and Stalls to be made at the Opera•ofce,
Colonade, Haymarket.

THEATRE ROYAL, DRURY-LANE.
THIS EVENING,
Will be performed a New Opera, entitled THE CRUSADERS.
The principal characters will be sustained by Messrs. W. Har-
rison, liorrani, Horncastie, S. Jones, Weiss, 'Ctretton, D. W. King,
Mies Romer, and Miss Rainforth.
To conclude with a new grand comic pantomine, called
HARLEQUIN GULLIVER ; or, Giants and Dwarfs. Harlequin,
Mr. Wieland ; Clown, Mr. T. Matthews ; Pantaloon, Mr. Howell ;
Columbines, Miss Hicks and Miss Lonsdale.

Tk .I.4ATRE ROYAL, HAYMARKET.
THIS EVENING
Will be performed the popu,ar Comedy, entitled MONEY. Prin-
cipal characters by Messrs. Webster, Buckstone, H. Moll, Brindal,
Hudson, .Stuart, J. Bland, Mrs. Glover, Miss P. Horton, and
Mrs. Seymour.
The Band will perform the everture, " La Beine d'un Jonr,"
Quadrille, "Le 1101 d'Yvetot," "Czarina 3lazourk," and the Waltz,
"Love's Serenade."
After which a New Comic Drama, caPed THE IRISII POST.
Characters by Messrs. J. Bland, Tilbury, Mrs. Humby, &c.
To be followed by a New Farce, called LEND ME FIVE SHIL-
DINGS. Mr. Golightly, Mr. Bu: kstone ; Capt. I'hobbs, Mr. Tilbury;
Capt. Spruce, Mr. Brindal ; Mrs. Major rhobb9, Miss I'. 11, .rton.
London, England, 1846-03-05

SIMMONDS'S COLONIAL.

In the present Number we have a paper on the growth
and production of Indian corn, or maize. and the manu-
facture of sugar from the stalk, which should be studied
attentively by every practical agriculturist, for, if we
mistake not, maize is destined ere long to be an impor-
tant article of diet in this country, and its cultivation
will, in many districts, be a source of profit to the oc-
cupier of land. It yields magnificent crops, and its im-
portance "will soon be felt in the new application of it
to the manufacture of sugar from the stalk, and oil from
the meal." As it is grown extensively in the British
American provinces, there can be little doubt but that,
as far as climate is concerned, it could be cultivated in
this country. To those who feel inclined to try the ex-
periment, the following information may be useful :
"A clay soil is not congenial to the growth of Indian corn ;
the best preparation for it is a clover ley, made rich by ma-
nure. If the manure is long and unfermented, spread it on
the sod and plough in with a clean smooth furrow. But if
the manure consists of compost, or if it has been made fine
by fermentation, spread it on the furrow after the land has
been ploughed, and incorporate it in the earth by thorough
harrowing. Plough but once, and spare no means to do it
thoroughly. Plant early ; keep the crop free from weeds, by
frequently stirring the soil with the cultivator and hoe; and
avoid hilling, especially for corn."
We have, in addition to this paper, an interesting ac-
count of Captain Sturt's expedition into the interior of
Australia, and several valuable articles on Colonial
Statistics.
London, England, 1846-03-05

Tins IWEIS ING

Will bo performed a New Drama, entitled THE RAJA OF
NAGPORE ; or, the Sacred Elephants of the Pagoda. In which the
whole of the extensive resources of the Establishment will bo
brmught into requisition.

Brilliant Acenes of the Circle, combining the unequalled Feats of
the Britis4 and Foreign Company.

The whole to con,Atle with -the favourite Farce of ANIMAL
MAGNETISM ; or, Love and Physic.
London, England, 1846-03-05

MINORITY-AYES, 24.

Acland, T. D. - Duncan, George O'Connell, Maurice
Archbold, Robert Ebrington, Viscount O'Connell, M. J.
Bentinek. Lord G. Fielden, John O'Connell, John
itorthwick, Peter Glynne, Sir 8. O'Conor, Don

Bretherton. J. llanmer, Sir John Somerville, Sir W.
Browne, W. ' Hope, Alexander ¶frelawny, J. S.
Clive, Viscount Howard, P. H. TELLERS.
Courteuay, Lord 31.`Cartliy, Alex. Manners, Lord J.
Dickinson, F. H. Milnes, H. M. Buller, Charles
London, England, 1846-03-05

NICOLL'S PALETOT of LLAMA CLOTH,
registered 6 and 7 Vic., cap. 65. Patronised by the Prince
Consort, Prince George of Cambridge, &c. _

abis overcoat recommends itself to the Public generally by its
peculiar elasticity and lightness, moderate price, and able defence
against the almost constant humidity of the climate of Great Britain.
To ba had in London only of the Patentees, 114, Regent-street.
London, England, 1846-03-05

ALMANACK OF THE MONTH.

Whoever enjoys a digestive of laughter, let him get
this little comical varlet of a book :—we will wager
him a good waistcoat-full of chucklings, and mellow
chucklings to boot. Gilbert a Beckett, as penman,
and Doyle, as pencilman, what doubt of finding some
rare morsels of drollery, sufficient to put one on good
terms even with the blustering winds of March ? " The
Cockney Mariner," a parody of Coleridge's renowned
poem is—great ; it is a wonderful bit of burlesque.
especially with the basso relievo illustrations. The
" Fashionable Novel, in Three Chapters," too, is an
achievement : it is horribly true to the originals. Some
serious curmudgeons might look upon this atom of a
brochure from the Punch office, as an affront upon the
public—to which opinion we can only say—let every
one rush into the nearest bookseller's, and—pocket
" the affront."

SPORTING RE VIE TV.
" The High Mettled Racer," after a picture by Her-
ring, is wonderfully spirited—it is a very creditable
frontispiece to the Sporting
.Review for March. The
literary portion of the magazine is proportionably ex-
cellent. Craven's chapter on " The Royal Hounds,"
will be read with much interest ; while to all admirers
of the facetious or the descrirtive, " The Griffin's Re-
vengo," and " My First Horse," will be very acceptable.
With other miscellaneous contributions, the Review is a
fair specimen of its average merit.
London, England, 1846-03-05

COURT CIRCULAR.

The Queen and Prince Albert walked in the grounds
and plantations of. Osborne House, on Tuesday afternoon.
Their Royal Highnesses the Prince of Wales, Prince
Alfred, the Princess Royal, and the Princess Alice were
taken out on ponies, on Tuesday afternoon, in the plea-
sure grounds of Osborne House.
Yesterday the unfavourable state of the weather
throughout the afternoon prevented her Majesty and
Prince Albert, and the Royal Family, from taking their
accustomed walks and rides..

Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Kent left her
residence, Clarence House, St. James's, at half-past
nine o'clock yesterday morning, on a visit to her Majesty
the Queen 'Dowager, at Wittey Court, Worcestershire.
Her Royal Highness proceeded to the terminus of the
London and Birmingham railway, attended by Lady
Fanny Howard and Colonel Sir George Couper, Bart.,
and took her departure from the Euston-square station
at ten o'clock.

Mr. Mosquera, the Charge d'Affairs of New Granada,
transacted business yesterday at the Foreign-office.
Mr. William F. Hamiliton, M.P., had an interview
with Sir Robert Peel yesterday.
The Ecclesiastical Commissioners for England had a
general meeting yesterday afternoon at the office in
Whitehall-place. There were present the Archbishops
of Canterbury, the Bishop of London, the Bishop of
Winchester, the Bishop of.Carlisle, the Bishop of Ely,
the Bishop of Hereford, the Bishop of Oxford, and the
Earl of Bessborough. •
London, England, 1846-03-05

NEWTON'S LONDON JOURNAL.

-•- - _ _
As complete as ever in all its departments, the re-
pertory of arts, sciences, and manufactures, is deserving
of a very extensive patronage. One valuable addition
we would particularise, we mean the catalogue of
" Celestial Phenomena" for the current month ; it is
neatly arranged.

SIMAIONDS'S COLONIAL.
In the present Number we have a paper on the growth
and production of Indian corn, or maize, and the manu-
facture of sugar from the stalk, which should be studied
attentively by every practical agriculturist, for, if we
mistake not, maize is destined ere long to be an impor-
tant article of diet in this country, and its cultivation
will, in many districts, be a source of profit to the oc-
cupier of land. It yields magnificent crops, and its im-
portance "will soon be felt in the new application of it
to the manufacture of sugar from the stalk, and oil from
the meal." As it is grown extensively in the British
American provinces, there can be little doubt but that,
as far as climate is concerned, it could be cultivated in
this country. To those who feel inclined to try the ex-
periment, the following information may be useful :
A clay soil is not congenial to the growth of Indian corn ;
the best preparation for it is a clover ley, made rich by ma-
nure. If the manure is long and unfermented, spread it on
the sod and plough in with a clean smooth furrow. But if
the manure consists of compost, or if it has been made fine
by fermentation, spread it on the furrow after the land has
been ploughed, and incorporate it in thi earth by thorough
harrowing. Plough but once, and spare no means to do it
thoroughly. Plant early; kepi:, the crop free from weeds, by
frequently stirring the soil with the cultivator and hoe ; and
avoid hilling, especially for corn."
We have, in addition to this parer, at interesting ac-
count of Captain Sturt's expedition into the interior of
Australia, and several valuable articles on Colonial
Statistics.
London, England, 1846-03-05

1,1:1:1)S, dieacii 3.

Creed Exemoinzi.-The sales are -Manchester and Birmingham,
New Quarters (B), 10 --Midland, 14S-Great Grimsby and Sheffield
Extensions, Ss. p.-Huddersfield and Manchester, 6% p. - Leeds and
Bradford, 51 cash-Leeds and D. wsbury, 16 %, -Ditto, New Branches,
3 p. -North British, Halt' Shares, 9% -Oxford, Worcester, and
Wolverhampton, 13% cash -Loudon and York, 3% -Direct North-
ern, 2% - Liverpool, Onnskirk, and Preston, 5 4—West Riding Union,
31 73.-Ambergate. Nottingham, and Boston. 7s. 6d. die -Bucking-
hamshire (late Rugby), 4s. die.- Lancashire, Yorkshire, and North
Eastern, 15s. dis.-Leeds, Wakefield, and Midland, 2s 6d. dis. -
Leicester and Birmin:ham, 7a. lid. dis.-Manchester, Buxton, Mat-
lock, and Midland, 375. 6d. p.-Midland and Thlrak Junction, 20s.
dis.-Northumberland and Lancashire Junction, 20s. dis.-North
Western, 2/. 65.-South Midlands, 2 p.-Boston, Newark, and Shef-
field, 15s. die.
London, England, 1846-03-05

SHEFFIELD, IdAacu 3.

ITOCE EXCHANGIC—The sales are—Grimsby and Sheffield Ex-
tension, 21. 9s.—Trent Valley, 26—London and York, Extension, 2
—Leeds, Wakefield, and Midland, 7s. Gd. dis —Lincoln and Wain-
fleet, 345. —Manchaster, Sheffield, a: d Midland Junction, 31. las. (id.
—Sheffield and Lincolnshire, 31. 3s. Gd.- South Yorksklre Coal Rail-
way, L. dis.—West Itiding Union, 3!.i
London, England, 1846-03-05

THIS EVENING

Will he performed a New Drama, entitled THE RAJA OF
NAGpORE ; or, the Sacred Elephants of the Pagoda. In which the
whole of the extensive resources of the Establishment will be
Lraaight into requisition.
Brilliant Scenes of the Circle, combining the unequalled Feats of
the British and Foreign Company.
The whole to conclude with the favourite Farce of ANIMAL
AGNETISM ; or, Love and Physic.

THE WEATHER.—SuN OFFICE, MARCH 4.
THERMo3IETER, Lowest, 51; Highest, 56; Noon, 54.
BAROMETER, 29.54.--WIND S.W., rain.

LUGS WATER AT LONDON-BRIDGE THIS DAY.
Itfcrning .. 56 minutes after 6. 1 Evening . 21 minutes after 7.

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London, England, 1846-03-05

THE JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE.

Well compiled, and elaborately complete in it 3 several
departments, this quarterly journal—by the way the
title sounds something like a bull—must be a welcome
periodical to agriculturists. None of the novelties of
science in relation to this branch of industry are for-
gotten ; in proof of which the present number contains
a perspicuous essay on " The Electro-Culture of Farm
Crops," one of the most marvellous and interesting of
the phenomena broached by our living philosophers.
" The Farmer's Note Book" again, teems with practical
hints, and would prove good reading to any tenant-farmer
in the United Kingdom. Of the tables of the public
revenue, showing the nett produce of the year last past,
we can only observe that it is drawn up with very lauda-
ble accuracy and clearness : one circumstance in these
tables we would especially call the attention of agri-
culturists to, namely, the remarkable increase in the
price of butcher's meat in January, 1846, compared with
that of December, 1845. Let them candidly bear this in
reconection when the protection agitation is mooted in
their presence, or when the presentemergency is treated
lightly. Besides the original matter contained in the
journal itself, a careful digest of the " Transactions
of the Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland,"
is appended : an addition which materially enhances the
value of the publication.

THE BRITISH CHURCHMAN.
The character of this magazine is strictly in accord-
ance with its title. Among its articles the most
apropos is the one devoted to a consideration of " Ab-
solution and Dr. PuFey's Sermon ;" but the one which
must attract its reader's attention soonest is respecting
" The State of the Country." " Developements of the
Papacy" reaches its fifth chapter ; of its tolerance we.
cannot trouble ourselves to speak. One thing, however,
we would remind the author—the time has arrived
when nicknames cannot render argument sounder, or
enforce one side of a controversy in the slightest de-
gree. With other contributions of a more discursive
nature, the churchman fills its allotted number of pages.
London, England, 1846-03-05

"lITALLSEND COALS BY RAILWAY
v TO THE EDITOR OF THE SU'.
SIR—We beg, through the mwlium of your paper, to Inform the
public that the METROPOLITAN is the only Coal Company who
deliver the Best. Screened Sunderland Wal'send at 255. per full ton.
unmixed with inferior sorts ; Prime Newcastle, commonly sold for
best, 235. screened ; Coke, 17s. Delivered free of extra charge
within five miles.— Your obedient servants,

H. BEARDSWORTH and CO.

279, High Holborn.
London, England, 1846-03-05

PARLIAMEN TAR Y DIV ISIONS.

(From the Votes and Proceedings of the House of Commons.)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4.
BEQUESTS FOR PIOUS AND CHARITABLE PURPOSES BILL.
Order for Second Reading read ; Motion made, and Question pro-
posed, " That the Bill he now read a second time :"—Amendment
proposed, to leave out the word " now," and at the end of the Ques-
tion to add the words " upon this day six months :"—Question put,
" That the word ' now' stand part of the Question." The House
divided :

MINORITY—AYES, 24.
Acland, T. D. Duncan, George O'Connell, Maurice
Archbold, Robert Ebrington, Viscount O'Connell, M. J.
Bentinck, Lord G. Fielden, John O'Connell, John
Borthwiek, Peter Glynne, Sir S. O'Conor, Don
Bretherton, J. Hanmer, Sir John Somerville, Sir W.
Browne, W. Hope, Alexander Trelawny, J. S.
Clive, Viscount Howard, P. H. TELLERS.
Courtenay, Lord M'Carthy, Alex. Manners, Lord J.
Dickinson, F. H. Mines, R. M. Buller, Charles
London, England, 1846-03-05

ASTLEY'S ROYAL AMPHITNEATIZA: OF ARTS.

The most extraordinary and unparalleled Novelties ever produced
at this Theatre, which nightly command overflowing houses. Mr.
Batty has much pleasure in stating that, after great research, he
has succeeded in procuring the greatest wonder In the world ;
namely, an Elephant who performs the most difficult feats on the
Tight Rope without the aid of a Balance Pole. Also, the great
performing Elephants in the Spectacle of " The Baja of Nagpore."
London, England, 1846-03-05

NEW STRAND THEATRE.

M. PIIILLIPPE'S SOIREES and MAI INEES MYSTERIEUSES.
Two Morning Performances during the Week.
At the urgent and reiterated solicitations of many distinguished
families, and in order to accommodate the crowds who do to
attend his Morning Performances, M. PIIILLI PPE will give his
Grand Juvenile Entertainment every Wednesday and Saturday
Mornng, qt Two o'clock.
M. Phillippe's most Popular Deceptions and Peculiar Experiments
will be repeated every Evening, varied by the Amusing Per-
formances of the Chiarini Family, and the astounding Feats of the
American Brothers.—Doors open at a quarter past SeN en, to com-
mence at a quarter before Eight.
Stalls, 35.; Boxes, 2s. ; Pit, Is. ; Gallery, 6d. ; Pr's ate Boxes,
1/. Is., and 1/. I Is. 6,1.

DAVIDGE'S ROYAL SURREY THEATRE.
Immense and overflowityr houses to witness the Grand Spectacle.
One Hundred Female Warriors. A Tribute to British Valour ;
_ Pictorial Illustration of the Battle of Moodkce. Mr.R. Pelham in
the " Masquerade Bell•"
TIIIS EVENlrret _

Will be performed THE SEA KING'S VOW: or, a Struggle
for Liberty. Supported by Messrs. Hughes, Rogers, Cowell, May-
nard, Johnson, Lewis, Heslop, Moason ; Mesdms. Vining, Daly,
Martin, Miss Glover, and One Hundred Female Warriors.
After which, A TRIBUTE TO BRITISH VALOUR. Grand
Tableau—Death of Sale.
To be followed by a new Farce, entitled, THE MASUERADE
BALL. Sanibo Hit-'ern-Hard, I%lr. R. Pelham.
To conclude with THE VAMPIRE.
London, England, 1846-03-05

NEW STRAND THEATRE.

PHILLIPPE'S SOIREES and .3IAIINEES MYSTERIEUSES.
Two Morning Performances during the Week.

At the urgent and reiterated solicitations of many distingu'shed
families, and in order to accommodate the crowds who flo:It to
attend his Morning Performances, M. PIIILLIPPE will give his
i }rand Juvenile Entertainment every Wednesday and Saturday
blurting, st Two o'clock.
M. Philippe's most Popular Deceptions and Peculiar Experiments
will be repeated every Evening, varied by the Amusing Per-
fcrinances of the Chiarini Family, and the astounding Feats of the
,t.niiriean Brothers.—Doors open at a quarter past Sep en, to com-
mence at a quarter before Eight.
i;talls, 35.; Boxes, 2s. ; Pit, Is. • Gallery, 6d. ; Pr.vate Boxes,
I/. Is., and 1/. I Is. 6d.

DAY WOE'S ROYAL SURREY THEATRE.
Immense and overflowing houses to witness the Grand Spectacle.
One Hundred Female Warriors. A Tribute to British Valour ;
Pictori;tl Illustration of the Battle of Moodkee. Mr.R. Pelham; in
the "Diaquerade Ball*"
THIS EVE-MI:II

Will be perfoiLittd --"KING'S VOW; or, a Struggle
for Liberty. Supporto by Messrs. Hughes, Rogers, Cowell, May-
nard, Johnson, Lewis, licslop, Monson ; Mesdms. Vining, Daly,
3lartin, Miss Glover, and One Hundred Female Warriors.
After which, A TRIBUTE TO BRITISH VALOUR. Grand
Tableau—Death of Sale.
To be followed by a new Farce, entitled, THE MASQUERADE
BALL. Sambo Hit-'em-Hard, Mr. R. Pelham.
To conclude with THE VAMPIRE.

AsTLEY'S ROYAL AMPHITITEATRE OF A RTS.
The most extraordinary and unparalleled Novelties ever produced
at this Theatre, which nightly command overflowing houses. Mr.
Batty has much pleasure in stating that, after great research, he
lies succeeded in procuring the greatest wonder in the world ;
namely, an Elephant who performs the most difficult feats on the
'fight Rope without the aid of a Balance Pole. Also, the great
performing Elephants in the Spectacle of " The Raja of Nagpore."
London, England, 1846-03-05

MULL, 31eicll 3.

IiTOCK EXCHANIM—The sales are—North British, Carlisle, V. 16s.
—North Wales, 24—Ambergate, Nottingham, and Boston, &c., 214
—Derby, and Gain•;barough, 16s. Grand Union, 11A —Hull and
Barnsley Junction, 32s.—Lincoln and Wainfleet, 355. 6d.—London
and Birmingham txtension, 4s. - Manchester, Illuxton, and Mat-
lock, 31. 19s. 6d.•—Dljrth Staftbrdshire, £l. las. 3d.—South Midland,
41. 2s.—West Riding Union, 34.
NE WC. AST LE-UPON-TYNE, Maacit 3.

STOCK EXCLIANG2. —The 3/Ilea are—Eastern Cuunties, 21% —North
Staffordsthre,

:HUDDERSFIELD, MARC/I 3,

STOCK EXCNANGS. —The sales are—lladdersfield and Manchester
Railway and Cana:', 6 lit.lifax, and i'radforil
Union, 2% —Leieester and Bedford, 17s --Manchester, Buxton, 3lat-
lock, and 3lidland, 355. p.—North Staffordshire, 3 p.—Direct
Northern, 2U,
London, England, 1846-03-05

Real del Monte, Unregistered .. •• • •

isammemaerow—,..
Sir Jame; Graham gave a dinner to the Cabinet
Ministers yesterday evening at his residence in Hill-
street.
We regret to learn that the Earl of Errol continues
Indisposed at Paris. Lord Adolphus Fitzelarenee and the Viscottatelli
Canvden have left town to join their noble relative.
London, England, 1846-03-05

ROYAL ASSENT.

Mr. Pullman, deputy usher of the black rod, ap-
peared at the bar of the House with a message from
the Lords, requesting the attendance of the Commons,
for the purpose of hearing her Majesty's Commission,
and giving the royal assent to several Bills (for which
see Lords' report).
THE CORN-LAW DEBATES. _ _

Mr. FOSTER said, tke corn-law debates had now
been so long protracted, that great inconvenience wus
felt from the questics remaining so ling unsettled.
There were a great number of notices of motion
on the paper for this evening, which Inuit, if persevered
in, be disposed of before the Committee on the corn-laws
could be resumed. He therefore hoped that those Hon.
Gentlemen who had charge of those notices would con
relit to postpone them.

Mr. I.:TVVALL said that this motion had been before
the House-ever since the beginning of the session, and
he was surprised at the request which the lion. Member
had just made. He could nut but demur to accede to his
request, for he believed there was an understanding with
the Government, that his motion rtspecting the
Andover Union should be broutlht before the
House to-nigh. lie was not • aware that any-
thing had occurred to prevent that course, from
being followed, but if there was, he was qtite ready to
submit to any reason that might be assigned from the
Treasury benches.—(Cries of " No, no," from the
Ministerial side of the House.)
Sir J. GRAHAM said that certainly no under-
standing had been entered into with the lion. Member;
but if the motion were to be pen-evert:3 in, he should cer-
tainly feel it his duty to move an amendriwnt, for the
production of all the papers connected with the affair
of the Andover Union. Bat he thoir4ht a brit: r
course might be pursued, and ho proposed to place in
the hands of the lion. Member, and every Member of
that House, copies of all the papers which had passed
relative to the trans-fitioils vi cell the Honourable
Member ref,rred, whieh wecubl wo lall the infOr-
mation which illy Govirvinent ri quested .en
the subject. In additien-,v6 I,le- impels to which
lie understood the frau Member fillutitd, lie intended
to print aid f,rvi-ard te'Siivik9tz the M, tubers of the
House the report of Mr. 'l)4:ter.:ZS well as of all the
litters which had pahged between the Pour-law
Commissioners relative to the "Andover Union,
between the Ist of September, 1845, and the Ist of
March, 1846. . This would place the house in possession
of all the information wli!ch the Go-ernment had re•
ccived, and he thought it would satisfy the Honourable
Member.

Mr. FERRAND hoped that he might be allowed to
make a few remarks.

The SPEAKER (interrupting Air. Ferrand)—The
House must first know whether the Hon. Member was
inclined to withdraw his motion.

Mr. ETWALL was quite ready to withdraw his, and
would do so, but he • thought that in the event of is
pursu'ng that course, other Hon. Members who had
notice of motion on the paper ought to do the same.
Mr. NE WDEGATE was understood to say that,
owing to the importance of his motion, he could not con-
sent to withdraw it.
London, England, 1846-03-05

ROYAL POLYTECHNIC INSTITU-

TION.
During the week Doctor liachhoffner has been giving
a series of lectures on astronomy in the theatre of this
most useful institution. His remarks on the Copernican
system, aided by effective diagrams, showed the incor-
rectness of the opinions of Ptolemy and Tycho on this
science. These elementary lectures, totally divested of
the tramels of scientific technicalities, were well adapted
to the capacity of the young. His opinien that a man
versed in astronomy, and professing to be an atheist,
must be a madman, was evidently most satisfactory to
his audience. These lectures will continue three times
a week during Lent. The Learned Doctor was accompa-
nied duriug his lectures by Doctor Wallis, musical oi.-
rector to the above establishment, and organist of St
Paul's, Herne-hill, en an extraordinary new musical
instrument, called the "melodian," invented ,by Mr.
Groves, a native of Dublin, The singular volume
and power of so small and portable an instrument has
excited the strongest surprise amongst all who heard
Its dimensions are only 18 inches by 22 inches, and four
or five inches deep, beini., in fact, no larger than a lady's
writing-de&k, and when it is unclasped it presents two
chambers to view, ona is opened by R spring out of view,
the other is found by pressing on the chamber. On the
top chamber are ivory studs in the order of a piano-
forte keys with the flats or sharps, and it has the extent
of four octaves, from F in the bass to F in alt. in the
treble, In the act of performing the motion of the
wrists, by pressing on the chamber keeps up a continu-
ous strain of wind on the vibrators, aed in this point it
differs from all portable hand instruments, and by the
discretion of the performer, produces effects from the
soft passages to the strong chora effects of the organ.
It is best adapted for church music, but from its quick-
ness of touch, rapid passages can likewise be performed.
London, England, 1846-03-05

NEW STRAND THEATRE.

N. PIIILLI?PE'S SOIREES and 3IAIINEES MYSTERIEUSES.
Two Morning Performances during the Week.

At the urgent and reiterated solicitations of many distinguished
famllies, and in order to accommodate the crowds who flo:k to
attend his Morning Performances, M. PHILLIPPE will give his
Grand Juvenile Entertainment every Wednesday and Saturday
Mornng, st Two o'clock.

M. Phillippe s most Popular Deceptions and Peculiar Experiments
will be repeated every Evening, varied by the Amusing Per-
formances of the Chiarini Family, and the astounding Feats of the
American Brothers.—Doors open at a quarter past Se` en, to cem-
monce at a quarter before Eight.
Stalls, 3s. ; Boxes, 2s. ; Pit, Is. ; Gallery, 6d. ; vats Boxes,
11. Is., and 11. 1 ls. 6d.

I)AV IDGE'S ROYAL SURREY THEATRE.
Immense and overflowing houses to witness the Grand Spectacle.
One Hundred Female Warriors. A Tribute to British Valour ;
Pictorial Illustration of the Battle of Moodkee. Mr.R. Pelham in
the Masquerade Bair"
THIS EVENINd

Will be performed THE KING'S VOW; or, a Struggle
for Liberty. Supported by Messrs. Hughes, Rogers, Cowell, May-
nard, Johnson, Lewis, Heslop, Moeson ; Mesdms. Vining, Daly,
Martin, Miss Glover, and One Hundred Female Warriors.
After which, A TRIBUTE TO BRITISH VALOUR. Grand
Tableau--Death of Sale.

To be followed by a new Farce, entitled, THE MASQUERADE
BALL. Sambo Hit-'em-Hard, Mr. R. Pelham.
To conclude with THE VAMPIRE.

ASTLEY'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE, OF ARTS.

The most extraordinary and unparalleled Novelties ever produced
at this Theatre, which nightly command overflowing houses. Mr.
Batty has ranch pleasure in stating that, after great research, he
has succeeded in procuring the greatest wonder in the world ;
namely, an Elephant who performs the most difficult feats on the
Tight Rope without the aid of a Balance Pole. Also, the great
performing Elephants In the Spectacle of " The Raja of Nagpore."
London, England, 1846-03-05

Henry COlburn, Publisher,l3, Great Marlborough-street

RAILWAY SHARES BY PUBLIC SALE.
MESSRS. LAMOND, SHALE, AND
LAMOND, Railway Share Auctioneers, beg to thank their
Friends and the Public for their continued support and patronage,
and to announce that their Public Sales of Railway Shares, &c.,
take place every TUESDAY and FRIDAY. at One o'clock„ at- the
Hall of Commerce, Threadneedle-street, London, to which place all
favours, containing instructions, are respectfully requested to be
addressed.

All Scrip and Share Certificates must be deposited for exa-
mination at least one day previously to their being offered ; and
advices of results will be forwarded by the first post after the sale,
and the proceeds immediately disposed of according to instructions.
Offices, hall of Commerce, Threadneedle-street, London.

HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE.
The Nobility, Gentry, Subscribers to the Opera, and the Public are
respectfully informed, that on SATURDAY Next, March 7, will
be performed (for the Second Time in this Country) Verdi's cele-
brated Opera of "NABITCO," under the title of
NINO.
With New Scenery, Dresses and Decorations.
Ninus, King of Assyria, Signor Fornasari; Idaspe, Signor Corelli ;
,•otasphe (High Priest of the Temple of Isis) Signor Botelli • Ab-
Lai° (an ()nicer of the King ,
(,:aughter of Ninus), Madlle. Corbari, her second appearaxicenllTlA
c,,u;itry ; Anna (sister of Orotasphe), Madame Bellini ; Abigail (a
s!av,,, supposed to be the eldest daughter of Ninus), Madlle. San-
chioll, her second appearance in this country.
To conclude with an entirely new Grand Ballet, by Sf. Perrot.
In Five Tableaux. The music by Signor Pupil. The Scenery by
Mr. C. Marshall, entitled,
CATARINA ; or, LA FILLE DU BANDIT.
The principal parts by Mdlle. Lucile Grahn, Madame Petit Stephan,
Mdlles. Moncelet, Cassan, Demelisse, and Madame Louise Taglioni,
;ner second appearance in this country.) M.M. Gosselin, Bertrand,
Di Vattia, and Perrot.

Applications for Boxes and Stalls to be made at the Opera•ofice,
Celonacle, Haymarket.

THILATRE ROYAL, DRURY-LANE.
THIS EVENING,

Will be performed a New Opera, entitled THE CRUSADERS.
The principal characters will be sustained by Messrs. W. Har-
rison, Uorrani, Horncastle, S. Jones, 'Weiss, Stretton, D. W. King,
Miss Romer, and Miss Rainforth.
To conclude with a new grand comic Pantomime, called
HARLEQUIN GULLIVER ; or, Giants and Dwarfs. Harlequin,
Mr. Wieland ; Clown, Mr. T. Matthews ; Pantaloon, Mr. Howell ;
Columbines, Miss Hicks and Miss Lonsdale.
London, England, 1846-03-05

NEWTON'S LONDON JOURNAL.

As complete as ever in all its departments, the re-
pertory of arts, sciences, and manufactures, is deserving
of a very extensive patronage. One valuable addition
we would particularise, we mean the catalogue of
" Celestial Phenomena" for the current month ; it is
neatly arranged.
London, England, 1846-03-05

N.EWTON'S LONDON JOURNAL.

As complete as ever in all its departments, the re-
pertory of arts, sciences, and manufactures, is deserving
of a very extensive patronage. Ono valuable addition.
we' would particularise, we mean the catalogue of
"Celestial Phenomena" for the current month ; it is
neatly arranged.
London, England, 1846-03-05

HOOD'S MAGAZINE.

The principal feature in the March number of this
periodical is thekomniebeementd an historical romance,.
entitled, "Nell Gwyntie, or the Court of the Stuarts."
Some conceptick 'may be formed of itscharacter when
we remark that it is thoroughly Ainsworthian, a more
precise imitation of manner and incident cannot possibly
as conceived, the resemblance is little short (to employ a
paradox) of identity. Being anonymous, all kinds of
conjectures as to the authorship may be indulged in
ad libitum. And while we cannot for a . moment
fix the paternity upon Mr. Ainsworth, we must
be allowed to designate the author as his other self.
The story opens in the dilapidated and abandoned pre-
cincts of Whitefriars, .otherwise known as Alsatia ;
pistols are fired to frighten rats from subterraneous
passages, nightprowlers are soundly cudgelled, thunder
rolls overhead, house-doors are burst open, and trap-
doors lifted up, giving all lovers of the wonderful a dish
precisely to their palate. Among the personages intro-
duced are the heroine (of course)—very faintly and
feebly done is this sketch, by the way—a nameless knight
(as a matter of neceessity, very handsome); a king of the
canting crew, christened in the true slang as " Rum-
dumber ;" and a young lady disguised as-0 thou origi-
nal novelist !--a page. The whole closes in the most
admired confusion ; and altogether the first instalment;
of this romance is of the usual cut-and-thrust, highly-
peppered, and ridiculously impossible style. As an-
other specimen of a well-known genus in fiction, "Nell
Gwynne" is satisfactory. A jocose paper on the " Ana-
tomy of Ghosts" follows ; and immediately afterwards
comes a continuation of the " Bushranger of Van Die-
men's Land." Ono sonnet we must, in cheer grati-
tude, transcribe ; it is by that right exquisite son-
neteer, J. Jones :
MOONLIGHT ON THE. WATERS.
" If, from the gorgeous sun, more genial rays,
To warm and cheer humanity, unite;
•
His sister-regent of the skies displays
A More suggestive, soul-communing light—
In this the mystical and vast we trace;
In that a festal joy for all our race.
Forth on the fancy's musings! o'er the sea,
The moon creates a causeway with her beams,
Capacious in its shining pageantry,
And broad and firm, tho' undulous it seems.
Awe creeps upon us as the distance blends,
So glassy cold, with space that never ends;
Ana our thoughts reach it, chasten'd and subdued.
The flesh is weak to grasp the spheral solitude."
Other articles of various merit impart a very tolerable
interest to the twenty-seventh number of the Comic
Miscellany.