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The Sun.
London, England, 1869-04-23

Cash in hand and in

Branch banks
Commercial bills over-
due
Commercial bills dis-

190,525 91

196,221 62

counted, not yet due 213,997,550 91. 263,534,069 8
Do. branch banks 234,108,770 236,875,068
Advances on deposit of
bullion
Do. branch banks
Do. on French Public
Securities
Do. by branch banks
Do. on railway shares
and debentures
Do. branch banks
Do. on Credit Fencier
Bonds
Do. branches
Do. to the State (Con-
vention, June 10,
1857)
Government Stock re-

17,266,550 -

17,605,200 -

2,341,000 -

2;56000 -

13,639,300 -
6,498,080 -

13,701,900 -
6,4(6,580 -

38,440,000 -
28,256,200 -

38,611,600 -
28,319,300 -

989,300 - 995,800 -
951,500 - 9.59,500 -

60,000,000 --

60,000,000 -

serve
Do. disposable
[lentos Immobalisees
(Law, June '2, 1857)
Hotel and furniture of
the Bank and landed
property branches
Expenses of manage-

12,980,750 14
80,627,187 21.

12,980,750 14

80,627,187 2

11,0,000,000 -

100,000,000 -

9,012,473 -

9,022,395 -

inent
Sundries

1,193,571 27

1,174,503 92
9,385,403 56

10,855,566 56

Total
Certified by the Senator-Governor of the Bank
of France.

Ro ULAND.

•ee o'clock—The marke

Bank Shares 2930
Ital,an Fives 55 95
End of month —
Mexican Loan 25 25
Do. Bonds
Spanish Threes 30 25
Home Debt
Deferred

Cash.
Orleans
Northern .4. 10721
Lyons and Mediterranean
Southern..... 615
Western
576 i
Eastern ............
Sardinian
Austrian sli
687*
Lombard
North of Spain 477* 59
Saragossa
5
Roman s2}

WILLIAM BRADBURY.—Those who produce
Periodical desire that it should contain a record this
affectionate regard for one, who, at a good old age, of
and
their
in
ieir
possession of all the rewards due to an upright and
ener-
getic life, has just passed to his rest. Mr. Bradbury.fron
he early moment when ha became associated with this
Journal, devoted himself to its interests in a spirit of no
mere commercial venture : he rejoiced in all its successes.
and to contribute to them was at cues to become the friend
of a man with whom friendship was no idle name. His
genial presence at the meetings of the Contributors was
ever welcome, and his hearty co-operation in matters of
business was not more appreciated by them than his
avowed pride in the fortunes of the work, or his brotherly
sympathy with all engaged upon it. They will not soon
forget the good man, and good friend, who has peacefully
passed away. —Punch.
DUNVILLE and Co., Belfast, are the largest
holders of Whisky in the world. Their Old Irish Whisky is re
commended by the medical profession in preference to French
Brandy. Suppliedin casks and cases for home use or exporta-
tion. Quotations on application !to Messrs. Danville and Co.,
Belfast; or 4, Besmortrbuudings, Strand, London, W.Q....[Ad-
verti.soment.
London, England, 1869-04-23

52, Fleet-street. At home from 10 till 5.

T .AMBERT'S ASTHMATIC BALSAM.—AN
.1.4 EFFECTUAL REMEDY, without confining the
bowels or affecting the head, truly efficacious and pleasant,
is admitted to be the best medicine for immediately re-
lieving coughs, colds, confirmed cases of asthma, and inci-
pient consumption. It frequently cures persons whom the
faculty pronounce incurable, and admirably allays the
ticking which provokes frequent coughing. In approach-
ing consumption its effects are truly beneficial. Persons
deprived of sleep, or even lying down for fear of suffoca-
tion, may depend on relief in a few minutes after taking it.
Prepared only and sold by W. LAMBERT, Chemist, 8,
King William-street, Charing-cross, London, and by all
druggists, in bottles, 130., and three quantities in one,
2s. 9d. each. Be particular, and ask for Lambert's Asth-
matic Balsam. The name and address are engraved on the
stamp.
London, England, 1869-04-23

MARLBOROUGH-STREET.

ROBBING THE GREAT NORTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY.
Henry Clarke, of No. 269, Copenhagen-street, Caledonian'
road, poster, was charged before Mr. Knox with stealing
some.tea from a chest, the property of the Great Northern
Railway Company.
Kedah, Z horogood, an officer in the employ of the
Northern Railway Company, said he went to the office ill
Regent-circus and was shown by Mr. Wood a small packet
of tea under some shelves in a dark place in the basement'
He concealed himself to see who took it away, and saw
the prisoner come down the stairs and stop opposite
where the packet of tea was and stoop down and pick up
the packet of tea. Tho prisoner then went to the water"
closet. Ho wont after the prisoner, and saw him in ti
stooping position with both his hands in the pan of the
closet, and ho took hold of the prisoner and told hint he,
was au officer and should take him into custody for stealing
the tea. The prisoner instantly struck him on the head
and resisted violently, and pulled up the handle attache,'
to the valve to wash away the tea in the pan. 043
got the prisoner's hand away and took him into the offle°/
and Mr. Wood went to the closet and got out some of tbs
tea. Sergeant Peck was then sent for, and prisoner given
in charge. On going to the station the prisoner said 10
put the tea down the closet, and that after the closet boa
been examined he found the package, and thought he bad
put it into the chest.

Sergeant Peck, 25 0, gave evidence that tho prisoner
said that after the chost was sent off he found the packafr
of tea and that. he put it into the closet.
Mr. Woutuer asked for a remand, which was granted.
London, England, 1869-04-23

MR. lIOWA RD, SURGEON-DENTIST, 52,
Fleet-street. has introduced an entirely new de-
scription of ARTIFICIAL TEETH, tixAd without
springs, wires, or ligatures. They so perfectly resemble
the natural teeth as not to be distinguished from the ori-
ginals by the closest observer ; they will never change
colour or decay, and will be found superior to any teeth
ever before used. This method does not require the
extraction of roots, or any painful operation, and will
support and preserve teeth that are loose, and is gua-
ranteed to restore articulation and mastication. Decayed
teeth stopped and rendered sound and useful in masti-
cation.
London, England, 1869-04-23

PLESS.—ST. JAMES'S
'or FEMALE PENITENTS
immediate direction of the
.k carried on by aSisterhood,
the principles of the Re-
FUNDS greatly needed
)f LONDON,
Major-Gen. Rt. Hon. Percy
Herbert, M.P.
Re 7. J. 'E. Kemp°
Rev. W. F. Erskine Knollys
Rev. S. W. Lloyd
Rev. A. Martineau
Rev. W. D. Maclagan
Rev. Daniel Mooro
Rev. J. Moorhouse
J. D. Morton, Esq.
Rev. Canon Nerean
Rev. E. Parry
John Pearson, Esq., Q.C.
Rev. G. F. rrescott
Rev. F. Pigou
It T. Pigott, Esq.
R. R. Pym, Esq.
Hugh H. Seymour, Esq.
R. Wade, Esq.
Loftus Wigram, Esq.
Wed by any of the above ; by
and Co ; and by the Hon.
1, 14, Seymour-street, Port-
or ications may be addressed.
London, England, 1869-04-23

THEATRE-ROYAL, HAYMARKET.

THIS EVENING, EASY SHAVING: Messrs. Rogers Clark,
Gordon, White; Miss Fanny Wright, &c. Afier which, HOME:
Messrs. Sothern, Chippendale, &c. ; Mesdames Cavendish, Hill,
&c. Followed by THE CAPTAIN OF THE WATCH. Ni r
Fothern. Concluding with MAEE YOUR WILLS: Mr Buck-
stone. Commence at 7.

PRINCESS S THEATRE.
Sole Lessee and Manager, Mr. Vining.

THIS EVENING, at 7, TWICE KILLED. At 8, AFTER
DARK: Mr Walter Lacy, Mr. D. Leeson, Miss Rose Leclercq,
&c. And THE SECRET.

THEATRE-ROYAL, ADELPHI.

This EVENING. at 7, DID YOU EVER SEND YOUR WIFE
TO C MBERWELL : G. Belmure, Mrs. L. Murray At 15
I,f? fthreArE AND WHITE: Messrs. Fechter, A. Stirling,
Ana wiNtilPgri; /KM.TeSWIC-IPP3grTjeilafil. Grey, &c,

ROYAL STRAND THEATRE.
Sole Lessee and Manageress. Mrs. Swanborough.
11ns EVENING. at 7.n0, TIIE HUNT. Messrs. Bel-
ford, Clarke; Miss Burton. JOAN OF ARC: Illessrs. Thorne,
James. Fenton: esdames Goodall, Lydia Maitland,Buf ton. To
conclude with HUE AND DYE
London, England, 1869-04-23

ROYAL HOSPITALITY.

The Duke of Cambridge appears to be fully im-
pressed with the fact that royal hospitality in this
country is not what it ought to be. Speaking at a
public dinner, he referred to the magnificent recep-
tion which had been given in Egypt to his cousins,
the Prince and the Princess of Wales, and he added
that this reception " proved a lesson to this
enlightened empire when viewed in relation to the
reception of distinguished persons visiting England."
There is not a doubt of it ; the only doubt is whether
royal personages will learn the lesson. The
Commander-in-Chief has set an example which we
hope his relatives will follow.

MR. DISRAELI.

It is satisfactory to find that the " severe attack of
the gout " which prevented Mr. Disraeli from being
present in the house of Commons on Monday, when
his friends received four severe defeats, did not pre-
vent him from giving a lirge dinner party to dis-
tinguished guests two evenings later. The world
will hardly know whether to congratulate the ex-
Premier more upon his very speedy recovery or upon
the well-timed occurrence of his illness.
London, England, 1869-04-23

THE IRISH CHURCH. BILL.

Mr. GLADSTONE appealed to those hot]. members
who had motions on the paper to give way, in order
that the house might go into cemmitteo on the Irish
Church Bill.

Mr. CORRANCE, who had intended to call attention
to the exiting state of pauperise► and vagrancy in Eng-
lan,i, rostponed his motion.
The house then went into committee.

Oa clause 18,
Mr. GOLDNI Y morel that after the word "Racer-
the fol!ow•ing should to added—" as hereinafter
mention."

Mr. Gladstone and Mr. Chichester Fortesquo opposed
the amendment, which was supported by Mr. Newdegate.
The committee divided, with the following result—
Ayes
Nies 273
Majority aga"nst —ll2
Loud vipers greeted the announcement cf the numb,3rs
from Mw Government benches.

(LEFT SITTING.

HOUSE OF COMMONS.-LAST EvENING.
IRISH CHURCH BILL.
London, England, 1869-04-23

.C 30,894,125 /
BANKING DEPARTMENT.

Proprietors' Capi-
tal £14,553,000
Rest
Public Deposits
(including Ex-
chequer, Sav-
ings' Banks,
Commi9sioners
of National
Debt, and Div.
Accounts
Other Deposits 17,592,278
Seven Days and
othor Bills 483,040

Governmt. Secu-
rities(including
Dead Weight
Auuuity) 415,020,798
Other Securities 17,370,006
Notes 7,256,175
Cold aud Silver
Coin

£40,783,003
GEORi

£40,788,005
FB FORBES, Chief Cushier.

111,41?KE7 8-71115 D.IY.

LIVERPOOL COTTON MARKET.
April 21—Sales probably 8,000 bales., The marke
steady.

THEATRE ROYAL, NIANCIIESITR.--MiSS Bateman
commenced an engag,nrmt of twelve nights on Monday
evening, when she appeared in her well-known imper-
sonation of Leah in Dr. Mosenthal's play of that name.
Tho performance throughout was received by a large
audience with evident satisfaction, testified by repeated
" calls" and judicious applfinse.

EDUCATION.--A Lady wishes to receive Ten
Young Ladies, to whom she offers a Refined Home and
superior Education. English and Foreign Governesses;
also eminent Professors. Every maternal care taken of
Young Ladies whose Parents reside abroad.— Address,
for prospectus and interview, Lady Principal, Fenton's,
Post-office, Brixton, S.
London, England, 1869-04-23

ROUGHT-IRON FIREBIZ ANDS, Sheep
and Sack Marks, Stoned Plotos of every kind, Timber
TTammers, Steel Stomps, and all kiul.s of Cutting and • ;me-
m natal Punches mule 7o order on the lowest terms, and delivered
carriage paid for eels -It. M RISON, ntrinfacturer, Orford
street, Norwich. Established 1813.

NICOLL, HAIRCUTTER to H.R.H. Prince
of Wales, 40, Glasshouse-street, Regent-street.
TRI C II AN OP II RON.
Invented by Nicoll. The best preparation in the world for the
Hair. No lady or gentleman should he without it.
Sold in Bottles, 25.. GI
Hair Bestorid and Baldness Profenteh by
NICOLL'S ELECTRIC HAIR -111.61ENERATOR
FOR LADIES AND' GENTLEMEN.
In Bottles, 2s. 6d.
NICOLL'S GOLDEN TINCTURE FOR LADIES.
For giving uThilliant Golden Shade to Hair of 'any colour, in
Bottles, 2s. 6d. each.

-
NICOLL'S CELEBRATED DEPILATORY.
For removing superflous Hair. f'ent, free to any part of the
three kingdom' on receipt of 20 postage stamps. P. 0.0. payable
at Vigo-street, Regent-street.
LADIES' CHIGNON FRIZETTES, in every Shade, Colour,
and Size, from is. to 2s. Cd.
SHAMPOOING, BRUSHING by MACHINERY, charge 6(1.

HUNTING, • SHO-OTING, AND
FISHING.
THE STRONGEST MAN in the worhi cannot break
the ever ;acting Porpoise-skin Boot Laces made by
GILL AND CO.,
12, Brower-street, Golden-square, London, W.
Price is por pair; by post, 14 stamps; six pairs, 5,;

FRENCH DUBETNG.—ThiR iuvalttablo composition
po9sesses tbo properties of preserving leather, rendering, it
supple nn'l waterproof. It is identically the sante dubbitr
ns that used by the best curriers in Bordeaux. "tool's;
slicW,S, and LIARNESS are rarticularly benefited 1.3- its
arplieation.
Sold Wholesale and Retail by W. GILL and CO.,

Cnrriers and Leather Sel:ers, 12, Brewer-street, Golden-

square.
Price Is. Gd., 2s. Gd., ftni ss. per can.
London, England, 1869-04-23

THE BEST REMEDY FOR INDIGESTION.

NORTON'S CAMOMILE PILLS are confi-
dently recommended as a simple but certain
Remedy for Indigestion, which is the cause of nearly all
the diseases to which we aro subject, being a medicine so
uniformly grateful and beneficial that it is with jastice
sailed the " Natural Strengthener of the Human Stomach.'
" Norton's Pills" act as a powerful tonic and gentle ape-
rient ; are mild in their operation, safe under any cir-
iumstanc,os, and thousands of persons can now bear testi-
mony to the benefits to be derived from their use, as they
have been a never-failing Family Friend for upwards of
20 years.
Sold in bottles at is. 1.0., 2s. 9d., and I.ls. each, in
every town in the kingdom. . .
CAUTION.

Be sure to ask for " NORTON'S PILLS," and do not
be persuaded to purchase any of the various imitations
which have sprung up in consequence of the success of
Norton's Camomile Pills."
London, England, 1869-04-23

CONTINENTAL STRIKES.

Chronic discontent appears to have seized upon the
working men of Europe. Two thousand of the Berlin car.
penters have left work, whilst the strike in Belgium has
assumed an alarming aspect. The workmen are quiet,
but lhey refuse to go to work except with a considerable
increase of wages. Large bodies of troops are qra.:tered
inlhe malcontent districts, but it is hardly possible that
ani force can prevent bread riots if the strike continues
much longer. Already troops of men are patrolling the
country demandinr: bread at the various farm-houses.
THE WAR OF 18C6.

The Nov Free Press publishes the text of a very imper-
_taut despatch sent by Count Bismarck to Count Von
Goltz, Prussian Minister at Paris on the 20th of July
.1866, just before the armistice was concluded with Austria.
In this document, which •has hitherto been kept secret,
the Prussian Minister states that King William
,had agreed to the armistice only out of regard
fitr the Emperor Napoleon, and upon the
Assurance of " important acquisitions to Prussia in
North Germany." "The King.' said Count Bismarck,
"attaches less imrortance than I do to the establishment
of a political confederation of the North. He is all for
annexation, and I agree with him that the reform we Lave
in view cannot be effected without some additions to
I'russian territory." Hanover and Saxony were too large
to be left independent consistently with. the-establishment
of Prussian supremacy. The despatch adds that the King
of Prussia wouldtAtter'andiCate than forego an important
acquisition of territory. The mediation of the French
Emperor would apply only to Austria. Prussia would
make her own tutus with the North German States, And
_ . .
so lobs has.
London, England, 1869-04-23

ROYAL HOSPITALITY.

The Duke of Cambridge appears to be fully im-
presred with the fact that royal hospitality in this
country is not what it ought to be. Speaking at a
public dinner, he referred to the magnificent recep-
tion which had been given in Egypt to his cousins,
the Prince and the Princess of Wales, and he added
that this reception " proved a lesson to this
enlightened empire when viewed in relation to the
reception of distinguished persons visiting England."
There is not a doubt of it ; the only doubt is whether
royal personages will learn the lesson. The
Commander-in-Chief has set an example which we
hope his relatives will follow.
London, England, 1869-04-23

TIM NEW ITALIAN MINISTI LT LONDON.

Signor Cadorna, wl,o Las just been appointed Italian
Minister at the Court of St. James's, was twice President
of the Sardinian Chamber of Deputies, and twice Minis-
ter in the lesser kingdom. He was lately Minister of the
Interior under General Menabrea, but he resigned, not
agreeing with the domestic policy of his colleagues. He
is of advanced age, broken health, and has never been a
diplomatist before. He is of very liberal political'.
opinions, but he has so far shewn no particular
qualification for the post of Ambassador at London.
Ilis appointment has surprised everybody. But, in fact,
it was very difficult to find a suitable ambassador. The
Government has taken a, year to make up its mind. The
appointment was offered to the Marquis Pepoli, but he is
Ambassador at Vienna, and so comfort agile is his place, so
excellent are the relations between Italy and Austria,
that he declines to change.
London, England, 1869-04-23

11/ OYAL MUSIC Ii ALL, HOLBORN.
Proprietor. Mr T. S. qwerisev.
"rest Success of the Martens Fam7ly in their renowned Cat
i)uet.—Mr. Arthur L'oyd in his imnersonstion of Professor end
Bones in the Original Christv's Minstrels—E. D. Davis. the
greatest Ven'riloinist of the day—Professor Beaumont in his
Wonderful Illnsinns ,IMagle)Lelirt and Florence. the Juvenile
Actresses—Mr. C. Burton. the ori-,inal trar sformation dancer in
characters--Miss '*ella, Miss Jennie Franklin, Serio Comics
--Barry and Kattie King, Irish Duettists—and a host of other
artistes. talented
•

Notice.--Mr. P (lorri's (the Tdnsical Director) Benefit will talz e
pee on Wednesday. April 21. on wh'eh oecaqion F. Tro`man.
RB9, will tal7e the chair. Arr. Richard Thin. of the Adam and
John-street-row-1, Clerkenwell, wily' shirt the Duet "
w 11" With Mr. P. Corr,. Great Night of the Season.
t MACLAGAN IS COMING-MAY 10.
•

MADAMS TUSSAUD'S EXHIBTTION.—
__ A lways Beautiful. AiwaYß Attractive. Redecorated.
New and Beautiful Costumes.—Portrait Model of MA DA. NIB
and Alt' •
• .an numerous ( uons. Admission, ls. ClVltiren
under ten, 61; extra r3oms, fid. Open from 11 a.m. till 10 p.m.

ARGYLL ROOM S.—OPEN EVERY.
Rooms
EVENING for Instrumental Music and Danchm —The
have been magnificently re-decorated by M essrs. Rnbardt
:11" Co. The celebrated Band will perform during the week
attractive Programme of Operatic Selections and popular
'Alice Music.

Doors open at half-past Eight o'clock.
Admission, is ; Balcony, 2s.
WINDMILL STREET, PICCADILLY
Musical Director and Conductor—Signor LUIGI CURTI

" PATE AU 1)IABLE."
THE above Paste is a most agreeable relish for
Luncheon, Breakfast, &c. It will be found most useful
for deviling Legs of Turkey, Fowl, Biscuits, &c. Also their
ORIGINAL AND SUPERIOR ESSENCE ANCHOVY AND

PURE PICKLES
(Mandeld's Patent),
To be obtained Wholesale and Retairof
JOHN BURGESS AND SON,
107. STRANn
(Corner of Savoy Steps),
London, W.O.

ASHLEY AND CO. FOR WINES.
PER DOZEN.

•
Pert' Fine Pale, Dry, or Golden Sherry 3ls.
Old Crushed Port (Dow's, Taylor's, and Cockburn's
.„ °llll3Ping), Vintage Wines
zParkling Champagne, Imperial, Dry Mossenx, Sil-
lery, Qualite Superieure (Perrier's Shipping) 36s. to Ms.
Sample cases of the above, containing two bottles Port, two
bottles Sherry, two Champagne, forwarded free for 21s.
London, England, 1869-04-23

YACHTS.

In answer to a question,
Mr. BRIGHT raid it was under consideration whether
yachts should be included in the Sea Fisheries'

SHEEP PDX.

In answer to a question by Lord IL NiONTAGU, .
Mr. FORSTER observed that both the cargoes of sheep,
some of which on their arrival in London and Harwich from
Antwerp were found to b,) infected with sheep pax. Un-
fortunately the present state of the laws did not give the
Privy Council authorities power to compel the owners of
the vessels which carried infected sheep to disinfect them
before carrying another cargo. He had, however, pro-
vided against that unsat'sfactory state of the laws in the
69th clause of the bill he was about to bring in.
London, England, 1869-04-23

fantry, besides cavalry and artillery." Nothing can
be done with the cavalry at present, but Sir John is
anxious, above all things, that we should reorganise
the commissariat and transport departments. lie
holds that we ought to have these in such a con-
dition that we might go to war to-morrow ; and
there is no doubt that Prussia owed her success in
1866 greatly to the fact that she was thus prepared.
London, England, 1869-04-23

Important Announcement.

7.431,P' Increased Share pf Life Profits.
ALL NEW INSURANC F.S, with Participation, EFFECTED
AFTER IST JANUARY, 1368, will become entitled to an INCREASED
SHARE OF THE PROFITS, in accordance with the Resolution
passed at the Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
JOHN H. MCLAREN, Manager.
JOHN B. JOHNSTON, Secretary in London.

BRITANNIA FIRE ASSOCIATION.
Head Offices, 429, Strand, London.
The distinguishing features of this Association are
Equitable Rates,
Undoubted Security.
Prompt settlement of claims.
JOHN MESSENT, Manager.

MUTUAL ASSURANCE without MUTUAL LIABILITY.
ON-FORF k ITURN POLICIES by a LIMITED NUMBER
of PAYMENTS. PROFITS may be APPLIED so as to make
POLICIES PAYABLE in LIFETIME.
BRITISII EQUITABLE ASSURANCE
COMPANY.
4, Queen-street-place, Southwark Bridge, E.C.
NEW POLICIES ISSUED.
New Policies •
In Weeks. issued.
IF6B 3
86 —414,250
869 ... ........108 18,481

Exeesm 22 £4,2'•1
In 52 creeks ending April 7th, 1E139 ... 3,105 —£539,412

EUROPEAN ASSURANCE SOCIETY.
Empowered by Special Act of Parliament.
For Life Assurance, Annuities, and Guarantee of Fidelity in
Situations of Trust.
Chairman— General Sir FREDERIC Smmr, K.H., F.R.S.
Policies payable during Life—lndisputable—Not liable to
Forfeiture.
Annual Income exceeds Three Hundred and Fifty Thousand
Pounds.
The Annuity Tables, offering special advantages to Annuitants,
and full particulars of the popular Principles of this Society, will
be found in the New Prospectus, which will be forwarded to
applicants post free.

HENRY LIKE, General Manager.
316, Regent-street, and 17, Waterloo-place Pall mall, London.

THEATRE-ROYAL DRURY-LANE.
dole Lessee and Manager, Mr. F. B. Chatterton.

THIS EVENING, at 7, THE WIFE: Mr. T. C. King;
Ryder. Mr. Barrett, Mr. Webb; Mesdames Heath and Eden. To
conclude with BLA _K-EYED SUSAN: Mr. T. C. King, Miss
Bessie King.
London, England, 1869-04-23

STEEPLECILISE FIXTURES.

MAY.
Limerick Hunt 4 St. Albans .. 13
Eglinton Runt ......6, 7 I '‘' .st Drayton 1
JULY.

Kingsbury .

OU'rolilitt.

Bromley 7 j West Drayton 2l, 22

NOVEMBER.
Worcester 2,3, 4 1 Shrewsbury 15,
Harrow 2, 3 1 Leamington Hunt ....23 he
Lyerpool 2, 10, 11, 12

COURSING FIXTURES•

AUGUST.

St. Albans 17

OCTOBER.
Incaster and Willoughby, Lincolnshire 5, 6.
Orruosby 19, &a
Huntingdon Club.. 26, 27.

Bank of England Returns,

An Account., pursuant to t:
cap. 32, for the week ending

ie Act ith and Bth Victoria
Vednesday, April 21, 1869.

ISSUE PEP A.RTMENT.
Notes issued .....£30,891,125 Govornmt. Dobt £11,015,1C0
Other Securities 3,984,900
Gold Coin and
Bullion
Silver Bullion

£30,891,125
London, England, 1869-04-23

THEATRE-ROYAL. HAYMARK ET.

- ....... •
'funs EVENING, EASY SHAVING: Messrs. Eogers. Clark,
Cordon. White: '.l/is- Fanny Wright, &c. Afier which. HOME:
Mcssrs. Sothern. Chiprendale. &e.: Mesdames Cavendish, Hill,
fie Followed by THE CAPTAIN OF THE WAT(*H. t r
Sothern. Concluding with MARE YOUR WILLS: Mr Buck-
stone. Commence, at 7.

PRINCESS S THEATRE.
Sole Lesseo and Manager, Mr. Vining.
Tars EVENING, at 7, TWICE KILLED. At S, AMER
DARK: Mr Walter Lacy, 31 r. D. Leeson, Miss Rose Leclercq,
&c. And THE SECRET.
London, England, 1869-04-23

TIOTIEY MARKET

AND

CJAIMERCIAL INTELLIGENCE.

thrY, Two ollocK.

Consols are 93 f for money; ditto, for Ac-
count, —; Three per Cent. Reduced, 911
Aew Three per Cents, 91i fl ; Exchequer Bills
£l,OOO, 2 3 prem.
India Stock, 101 per Cent., April, 1874, 210 12 ;
ditto 5 per Cent., July, 1880, 111 ; ditto 4 per
Cent., Oct., 1888, 100 k ; ditto Enfaced Paper, 4
per Cent., —; ditto Bonds under £l,OOO, 12 prem.
The Foreign Stock Market is firmer, though the
changes are not material. Turkish and Spanish
have advahced i per cent. The Five per Cents. of
the former are 42f to 4211, and the Six per Cents.,
66 to 66f. Spanish have recovered to 33f. Ita-
lian is steady, at 55/ to 551.
In American Securities the principal feature is
the extreme heaviness of Atlantic and Great Wes-
tern Railway Securities, though the price current
at this moment is hardly the lowest.
English Railway Shares axe quiet, and with the
exception of an advance of # in Metropolitan Ex-
tension, the price being ICO to 101, quotations show
little or no variation.
Dealings in Miscellaneous Shares are again very
limited, and the only movement iu prices is an im-
provement of it in Anglo-American Telegraph, the
prices being:22l to f.
More business is doing in Bank Shares, and in
some cases prices are firmer. Chartered Mercantile,
and London Joint Stock each advanced 10s., the
former being quoted at 28 to 29, and the latter at
32; co 331. On the other hand Loudon and County
is 10s. lower, at 49f 501; London and Westminster,
G 3 to 64, Lind' Union of London, 35f to 36k.

The Great Luxembourg Railway dividend is offi-
cially announced at the rate of 4e. per share, or 2
per cent. per annum, against 14 for the correspond-
ing period of the previous year.
At a meeting of the proprietors of the Oriental
Bank, an interim dividend at the rate of 12 per
cent. per annum was declared.

A meeting of the shareholders of the Societe
Agricole et lndustrielle d'Egypte is called for the
26th inst., " when the Committee will report pro-
gress. 7,

A petition for the winding up of the Anglo-
Egyptian Navigation Company (Limited) is to be
heard before Vice-Chancellor James on the Ist of
May.
The sum of £3,000 in gold was taken to the
11,1ak yesterday, and £50,000 was withdrawn for
Alalta.
The Susie:c from Melbourne, has brought
£51,000.
The Bank of France return for the week shows
an increase of £203,000 in the bullion.
The Secretary of State for India in Council has
given notice that tenders for bills of exchange on
Calcutta and Madras will be received at the Bank
of Enghind on Wednesday, the st!l May next, on
tie tertuB stated on the 10z1 of November, 1863, to
the amount of 5,5,03,000 rupees.
At an adjourned meeting of the creditors of Mr.
John Crossley, in the wool trade, of Halifax, the
liabilities were computed at £38,000, and the assets
at £14,000. It was decided that the estate shall be
'wound up under trudte:s.
London, England, 1869-04-23

rt IIE METROPOLITAN CONVALESCENT
INSTITUTION.

President—His Grnre the Duko of WELLINGTON.
Treasurers—The Right Hon. Russell Gurney, M.P., caul
Col. W. F. Grant.
DONATIONS and SUBSCRIPTIONS are earnestly
solicited, to enable the Board to meet the greatly increased
expenditure of this old Charity. 240 adults are received
at Walton; 80 children at Mitcham and llendon.
Bankers—London Joint-Stock Bank, Pall-mall.
CHARLES HOLMES, Secreta.y.
Office, 32, Sackville-street, Piccadilly.
London, England, 1869-04-23

St. Albans..

OCTOBEP,

Aneaster and Willoughby, Linculushiro 5, 6.
Or:not,by 11),
Huntingdon Club.. 26, 2i.

Bank of England Returns.

An Account, pursuant to ti
cap. 32, for tho week ending 1
ISSUE DV

Notes issued —.230,894,125

he Act 7th and 8t .h Victoriit
Wednesday, April 21, 1869.
PAMTMEST.

.£30,e94,125
BINICLNQ 1)

Governmt. Debt £11,015,1C0
Other Securities 3,984,900
Gold Coin and
Bullion
Silver Bullion

Proprietors'Capi-
tal £14,553,000
Rest
Public Deposits
(including Ex-
chequer, Sav-
ings Banks,
Counnigsioners
of National
Debt, and Div.
Accounts
Other Deposits 17,592,278
Seven Days and
other Bills 483,010

£30,891,125

X 40,783,005
GEOD.,

Goverumt. Secu-
rities(including
Dead Weight
Anuuity) t 15,020,793
Other Securities 17,3;0,006
Notes 7,156,175
Gold and Silv.a.
Coin

£40,763,005
E FORBES, Chief Cushier.

111 A RKE7 S-2 /// S D.IY Y.

LIVERPOOL COTTON MARKET.
April 23. —Sales probably 8,000 bales. Too wa!ka
steady.
London, England, 1869-04-23

.FRIENDLESS AND FALLEN.-LONDON
F EMAL PREVENTIVd and R EFORMATORY IN
STITUTION.

President —Rev. CANON DIM

CONTRIBUTIONS for the support of the Homes in 1863 are ear-
nestly solicited, which may be sent to bankers, Messrs. Blon
qnet, Salt, and Co., 73, Lombard street, K.C.; Yr3.ncis Nicholls,
Esq. (of the Committee), 14, Old Jewry Chambers,
E. W. THOMAS Sec., 200, Euston-road, N.W.
London, England, 1869-04-23

THE ASSOCIATION for the WELFARE of
the BLIND, 210, Oxford-street, and 127, Euston-road.
Patroness—Her Most Gracious Majesty the. QUEEN.
This Institution affords employment in various ways to
172 blind men and women.
Pensions to various amounts are granted to the blind
who cannot earn their own living.
500 blind men and women aro applying for help, which
cannot be given for WANT of FUNDS.
Contributions will be thankfully received by the Secre-
tary, Rev. C. B. REID, M.A.

GREAT NORTHERN HOSPITAL,
Calodonil. n-roa( 1, Islington N.

Supported by Voluntary Contributions.
This Hospital has relieved 481,934 patients since it was
establisbeo nt Bing's-eross in 1856. Patients are admitted
free-
Bankers---Messrs. Barnet, Lloyds,. and Co., 60, Lombard-
street, Messrs. Ransom and Bonvene, 1, Pall-mall.—Hon.
See.. Smith. Eso. GEO. REID, Sec.
London, England, 1869-04-23

HOSPITAL for DISEASES of the THROAT,
Golden-square W.
President—His Grace the Duka of GRAFTON.
The Committee of Management earnestly APPEAL for
FUNDS to help them to meet the heavy current expenses.
Upwards of 18,000 poor persons have been relieved in the
last six years.
GEORGE WOOD, Secretary.
London, England, 1869-04-23

NOTHING IMPOSSIBLE.

A GUA AMARELLA restores the Human Hair
to its pristine hue, no matter at what ago.
JNO. GOSNELI. and CO. hsvo at length, with the aid
of one of the most eminent Chemists, succeeded in perfect-
ing this wonderful liquid. It is now offered to the public
iu a more concentrated form, and at a lower price.
Sold in bottles, Be. each ; also 55., 7s. Ed., and 15s. each.
including brush.

Red Bull Wharf, Angel-passage, 93, Upper Tharnos-
street London. E.C.

ABOLITION OF THE DUTY ON FIRE
INSURANCES.

THE Directors of the ROYAL INSURANCE
OMPANY, in antiepation of the above, beg to intimate
that on all new surances now effected there will only be
payable (provisionally) the proportion of Duty for the time
between the date of the Order and Midsummer Day next.
ROYAL INSURANCE COMPANY.
HEAD OFFICES:
Royal Insurance Buildings, Liverpool,
and
- Lombard-street, London.
CAPITAL, TWO MILLIONS STERLING.

Important Announcement.

~.,~ ~

Increased Share of Life Proflig.

ALL NEW INSURAN C ES, widt Participation, EFFECTED
AFTER IST JANUARF, it;S, will become entitled to an INCREASED
SHARE OF THE PROFITS. in accordance with the Resolution
Pat.acd at the Annual Meeting of Shareholders,
JOHN IT. MeLAREN, Manager.
JOHN B. JOILNTSTON. Secretary in London.

BRITANNIA FIRE ASSOCIATION.
Head Offices. 429, Strand, London.
The distinguishing features of this Association are
Equitable Rates,
• Undoubted Security.
Prompt settlement of eiaims.
JOHN MESSENT, Manager.

MUTUAL ASSURANCE without MUTUAL LIABILITY.
NON-FORF!.ITURI. POLICIES by a LIMITED NUMB f.
It
of PAYMENTS. PROFITS may be APPLIED so as to make
POLICIES PAYABLE in LIFETIME.
BRITISH EQUITABLE ASSURANCE
COMPANY.
4, Queen-street-place, Southwark Bridge, E.C.
NEW POLICIES ISSUED.
In Weeks.
New Policies P issued.
3869 68 ... 3 ... £6 —Z14,250
... ..
... 108 P,481

Exces; , .. • • • 22 .i 4,211
In 52 weeks ending April 7th, 1,69 ... 3,105 —£539,442

EUROPEAN ASSURANCE SOCIETY.
Empowered by Special Act of Parliament.
For Life Assurance, Annuities, anil Guarantee of Fidelity in
Situations of Trust.
Chairman- General Sir FREDERIC Sitrrn, K.H. F.R.S.
Policies payable during Life—ln disputable—Not liable to
Forfeiture.
Annual Income exceeds Three Hundred and Fifty Thousand
Pounds.
The Annuity Tables, offering special adiantages to Annuitants,
and full particulars of the popular Principles of this Society, will
be found hi the New Prospectus, which will be forwarded to
applicants post free.

LAK General Manager.
316, Regent-street, and 17Waterloo -placE,e Pall mall, London.

THEATRE-ROYAL DRURY-LANE.
dole Lessee and Manager, Mr. F. B. Chatterton.
THIS EVENING, at 7, THE WIFE: Mr. T. C. King ; Mr.
Ryder, Mr. Barrett. Mr. Wel,b; Mesdatn s Heath and Eden. To
conclude with BLA K-EY21..) SUSAN: Mr. T. C. King, Miss
Bessie King.
London, England, 1869-04-23

LICENSED VICTUALLEP.S' GUARDIAN.
(11_ R. GLENIE, of the SPORTING LIBRARY,
VI • 4, Connaught-terrace, Hyde-park, London, W., hogs to
inform his customers, and the Licensed Victuallers in general,
that he has been appointed Agent to the above-named paper IA
ttitrlition,to his agency for the Sporting Edition of "Tue Sara,"
and can supply the satit3 on Friday evening, if required, in town
or country.
G. R. a begs to inform the Trade that he is Agent for the
LATEST EDITION of "THE SUN," and can supply it earlier
than any other man in London or Country tho evening of publi-
cation: No connection with any other pereons. Baily's, Ruff's,
Wright's, and APCall's Guides. All the Daily Papers, Magazines,
and Periodicals as soon as published. Agent for the Joint-Stock
Coal Company. Orders by post attended to.

THE LATE EDITION of " THE SUN' at
A_ JAMES SPEEDY'S, "The Wellington," Wellington-street,
Strand.

T OHN GOSNELL and CO.'S CHERRYti TOOTH PASTE is greatly superior to auy tooth
pott-der ; gives the teeth a pearl whiteness, protects the
enamel from decay, and imparts a pleasant fragrance to
the breath. Price. ls. Gl—Red Bull Wharf, 93, Upper
Thames-street. London.
London, England, 1869-04-23

MR. CIIII.DP.IIS.

Some two or three months ago, in the first fervour
of economy, it was announced that Mr. Childers had
given up his official residence at the Admiralty for
the public service, and the public duly applauded the
patriotism which dictated this sacrifice. The papers
now announce that " last evening (Wednesday) Mrs.
Childers held an assembly at the official residence of
the First Lord of the Admiralty, Whitehall." It
would seem, therefore, as if the patriotic instincts of
the First Lord had yielded to the remonstrances of
the First Lady of the Admiralty.
London, England, 1869-04-23

GLOBE THEATEE-ROYAL.

THIS FvTNINrI. at 7. MINNIE, or. Leonard's Love. At 9, A.
BREACH OF PROMISE. After which, BROWN AND THE
BRAHMINS. Messrs. Marshall, David Fisher, Andrews, Hurl-
stone, J. Clarke; Mesdames Lydia Foote, Brennen, Berond,
Hughes, Fountain. and Stephens.

P.OYALTY THEATRE.
Under the Management of Miss M Oliver.
THIS EVENING, at 7.R0, IN FOR A Ilt)LID tY. Followed by
CLAUDE DUVAL: Mr. Dewar, Mr. Danvers. Miss M. Oliver.
Stc. To conclude with THE BOARDING- SCHOOL.

PRINCE OF WALES'S ROYAL THEATRE.
Under the Management of NI iss Marie Wilton
THIS EVENJNG, SCHOOL: Messrs. Hare, 11. J. Montagne,
Addison, Glover, and Bancroft: Mrs. Buckingham White. Miss
C. Addison, and Miss Marie Wilton. After which, A WINNING
HAZARD. And A LAME EXCUSE.

ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE AND CIRCUS, HOLBORN.
THIS EVENING, the Great Carre Troupe and magnificent Stud
of 40 Horses; also Alfred Bradbury, 0. and A. Carre, etc.

CHRISTY MINSTRELS, St. James's Hall, Every Night, at 8
Wednesdays and Saturdays, at 3 and 8 all the year round.

ST. GEORGE'S THEATRE, REGENT STREET,

, ---- ------•
TITIS EVENING, at 8, THE ROYAL ORIGINAL CHRISTY'S
MINSTRELS' Ethiopian Entertainment: and the Burlesque
Extravaganza, THE VERY GRAND DUTCH—S

ROYAL ALFTAMBRA PALACE. THREE BALLETS
Promenade Concert. Band of 60. Begin at 8. IS. Box-office
open from 11 to 4.

ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS, Regerfs-I,alk, OPEN daily (ex-
cept Sundays). Admission, Is.; on Mondays, 6d. Children
under twelve, 6d.

tfiT7
jg
• •-r5 114--N. •
(SUIT.
London, England, 1869-04-23

BRITISH HOME for INC URABLES, Clap-
bam-rise. Instituted in 1861.
Patroness—H.R.H. the Princess of WALES.
This Institution provides a home for life, with good
nursing and skilled medical attendance, for persons over
20 years of age and above the pauper class, who are hope-
lessly afflicted with incurable disease.
Pensions of £2O per annum are also granted
The Home was opened in September 1863; 71 in-
patients and 106 annuitants have been elected. Elections
in May and November. Forms of application may be ob-
tained from the Secretary.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS and DONATIONS are
earnestly solicited.
Bankers—Messrs. Barclay, Bevan, and Co., 54, Lombard-
street, E.C. ; Messrs. Drummond, Charing-cross, S.W.
ED WD. WEAVER, Sec.
Offices, 73, Cheupsidel E.O.
London, England, 1869-04-23

COMM

Consols a
Count, ;
NeW Tkree
£l,OOO, 2 3
India Stoc
ditto 5
per (
Cent., Oct.,
per Cent.,
The Forei;
Changes are
have advahc
the former a
661 to 66i.
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the extreme
tern Railwa:
at this mom,
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former being
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Bank, an in
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Agricole et
26th inst., '
gress."

A petitio
Egyptian N
heard bef or,
May..

The sum
Bank yesto
Malta.

The Stlf
151,000.

The Bani
an increase
The Secr(
given notic
Calcutta an
of England
the terms st
the amount

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liabilities w
at £14,000.
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by Messrs.
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large.

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United Sta
on Tuesday
Company,
instead of
several hou
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and passeni
on the 13t1
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on Thursdi
tions up to
of last sal(
South -Val
94,406 ; 'ra
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Total Austi
colonial, 18
expected.

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London, England, 1869-04-23

THEATRE-ROYAL, ADELPHI.

'Trirs EVENING. at 7, DID YOU EVE I: SEND YOUR WIFE
TO C MBERWELL: Mr. G. Be:more, Mrs. L. Murray At 15
to 8. BLACK AND WHITE: Messrs. Fechter, A. Stirlin7,
R. Phillips. Smart: Carlotta Leelereq, Miss Lennox Grey, &e,
9.nd WHITEBAIT AT GRP: NIVIC :Mr A tkins.

BOVA!. STRAND TTIEATI:E.
So/p Lessee :Ina Manigerpsc. Mrs. warihoroutrh.
ling EVENING. at 7.30, 'DIE WIT) BUNT. Messrs. Bel-
ford. C7arke: Miss -,3tif t.;-n. JOA CT' A h i•: TL.:.
JaIIIE.S. Fenton: esilarnes noodall, I.ydia,Maitland, Button. To
cionitluil, with HUE AND DYE

CLOBE THEATRE-ROYAL.
Trtit4 F.VENINO. at 7. MINNIE, or. Lronartl's Love. At 9.
BREACH OF PROMISE. After which, BROWN AND TILE
BRAHMINS. Messrs. Niarshall, David Fisher. Andrews. Rue,-
stone, J. Clarke: tklr?,(lanies Lydia Foote, .131,:mnen, Berend,
Hughes, Fountaal. and Stephens.

•
ROYALTY THEATRE.
Under the Management of Mies, M Oliver.
Tilts ErENtxG, at 7.:t0, FOIL AHi oLID IY. tldlow-tit'q.
CLAUDE DU` AL: Mr. Dewar. Mr. Paavem-Mfma M. Oliver.
Lc. To conclude with TIIE.B4AUDINCI SCHOOL.

• - -PRINCF. OF WALES'S ROYAL THEATRE.
Under the Management of M ISR Marie Wilton
THIS EVENING, SCHOOL: Messrs. Hare, H. J. Montagne,
Addison, Glover. and Bane.roft; Mrs. Buckingham White. Miss
C. Addison, and Miss Marie Wilton. After which, A. WINNING
HAZARD. And A LAME EXCUSE

ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE AND CIRCUS, HOLBORN.
Tuts EVENING, the Great Carre Troupe and magnificent Stud
of 50 Horses; also Alfred Bradbury, 0. and A. Carre, &c.

Cfl RISTY MINSTRELS. St. James's Hall, Every Night, at 8
Wednesdays and Saturdays, at 3 and 8 all the year round.

ST. GEORGE'S THEATRE, REGENT STREET.
TILTS EVENING. at 8, THE ROYAL ORIGINAL CHRISTY'S
MINSTRELS' Ethiopian Entertainment: and tho Burlesque
Extravaginza, THE VERY GRAND DUTCH—S

ROYAL AL HAMBit A PALACE. THR EE BALLETS
Promenade Concert. Band of 60. Begin at S. Is. Box-office
open from 11 to 4.

ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS, Regeres-pack, OPEN daily (ex-
cept Sundays). Admission, Is.; on Mc'ndays, Cd. Children
under twelve, CaL
London, England, 1869-04-23

LONDO.N, FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 1869.

Rumours of an intention on Mr. GLADSTONE'S part
to forego, on behalf of the House of Commons, or
rather on behalf of the interests of the country,
the customary luxury of a Whitsuntide recess,
rumours of this alarming character begin to flit about
just almost at the very moment when the House itself,
as a Committee upon the Irish Church Bill, is getting
well into the intricate mazes of these interminable
Amendments. The thought occurs to one naturally
thereupon—What possible advantages do the Opposition
propose to themselves through playing pertinaciously,
move by move, such a clearly losing game as this, with
all the odds against them, at every turn, and with not
the faintest chance in prospect of their being able
under any circumstances to retreive their position ?
Take the proceedings of last night for example by
way of illustration. Look at the four divisions which
took place during the course of those proceedings
now upon this, now upon that amendment ! Count
the numbers of the clear majorities—it is needless to
to say always on the side of the Government, always
against the Opposition ! First, there was a clear
majority of—Ninety-Three ! Secondly, there was
one of-113 ! Thirdly, one of-115 ! Fourthly, one
of-113! It is, for all the world, like a series of
very superfluous arithmetical re-examinations. It is
working out very nearly the same identical sum all
over again—arriving, by necessity, at nearly the same
identical quotient. The thing is becoming mono-
tonous, is becoming tedious, is becoming a bore. It
is traversing the same ground over and over again.
We know every inch o► the way. We know the in-
evitable turn, bringing us always back to the same
individual standpoint. The work cut out for the
Leader of the Opposition in this matter, is, al cleat ly
as possible, the very double or counterpart of the
heart-breaking work of SISYPHUS. It has about it
all the maddening tediousness expressed in the re-
nowned alliteration—

Up a high hill he heaves a huge round stone,
The huge round stono resulting with a bound

Thunders impetuous down, and smokes along the ground."
The dead-weight rolls up, or to be plainer, is rolled
London, England, 1869-04-23

R rNAFIAN'S LL. WHISKY. - DUBLIN
EX, lgns.
This celebrated OLD I HRISHIBITION WHISKY gained the Dublin
prize pedal.
Pure. Mild, Mellow, Delicious, and very Wholesome.
gold in Bottles, Is. f3d., at the Retail Houses in London; bY
the Agents in the principal tc NV," R in F.ngland: or wholesale at
S. GREAT WINDMILL-STREET. LONDON. W.
Observe the Red Seal. Pink Label and Cork Branded "Ring
ban's LL Whisky.

MUTUAL LOAN FUND ASSOCIATION
(Incorporated by Art of Parliament. 18591.
14, RUSSELL-STREET. CDVENT-GARDEN, LONDON,
&I) And RR, QUEEN'S-ROAD, BRIGHTON
ADVANCES MONEY upon personal security, Bills of Sale, Free
Eold or Leasehold Property, for one, two, or three veers, repay-
able Weekly, monthly, or quarterly. Bills promptly discounted.
ems free on receipt of stamped envelope.
EDWARD HARPER. Secretary.

OYAL MUSIC Il AL L, HOLBORN.
Proprietor, Mr. J. S. Sweasey.
—Great Success of the Martens Fam7ly in their renowned Cat
Vuet—Mr. Arthur Lloyd in hie imnersonation of Professor and
Ames irr the Original. Christv's Minstrels—E. D. Davis, the
,!'eatest Vontriloluist of the dav—Professor Beaumont in his
, onderfal Illusions (Magic)—Lelia and Florence. the Juvenile
Actresses--liar. 0. Burton: the "ri inal transformation dancer. in
ten Character.—Mies ' ella, Miss Jennie Franklin. Serio Comics
rrY and Traffic King, Irish Duettists—and a host of other
talented artistes'
_Notice.— Mr. P. ('orris (the Musical Director) Benefit will take
Place on Wrdnesday. April 21. on wh'e't occasion F. Tro'man.
p_ei., will take the chair. Mr. Ilicharl Dunn of the Adam And
_e• t..Tohn-street-road, Clorkenwell, will sing the Duet "All's
"ell" with Mr. P. Corn. Great Night•of the Season.
gib" MACLAGAN-IS COMING—MAY 10.

MADAME TETSSAUD'S EXTIIBMON.-
1 lways Always A tirsetive. Redecorated.
New an 1 Tift.,-01,n1 Costunies.—Portrait Model of MA D.QTE
CHU. anal Trunerous Ad 'iti,ns. Admission, 15...;* Ch'Wren
tinder ten, 61; extra rooms, 6d. Open from 11 a.m. till 10 p.ni.

ARGYLL . ROOMS.-OPEN EVERY
PVENING for Instrumental Music and Dancing.—The
"2tns have been mamiffcently re-decorated by Messrs. Rubardt
.
-11'i Co. The celebrated Band will perform during the week
t1.,11 attractive Programme of Operatic Selections and popular
yance Music.
Doors open at half-past Eight o'clock.
Admission, Is ; Balcony, 2s.
WINDMILL STREET, PICCADILLY
Musical Director an 1 Conductor--Signor LUIGI CUATI

" PATE AU DIABLE."
THE above Paste is a most aareeable relish for
Lunelicon.,Broqkfast, &e. It will be found most useful
for deviling Len, of Turkey, Fowl, Biscuits, &o. Also theb•
ORIGINAL AND SUPERIOR ESSENCE ANCLIOVY AND

PURE PICKLES
atretnield'A Patent),
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London, England, 1869-04-23

LONDOV, FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 1869.

Rumours of an intention on Mr. GLADSTONE'S part
to forego, on behalf of the House of Commons, or
rather on behalf of the interests of the country,
the customary luxury of a Whitsuntide recess,
rumours of this alarming character begin to flit about
just almost at the very moment when the (louse itself,
as a Committee upon the Irish Church Bill, is getting
well into the intricate mazes of these interminable
Amendments. The thought occurs to one naturally
thereupon—What possible advantages do th eOp position
propose to themselves through playing pertinaciously,
move by move, such a clearly losing game as this, with
111 the odds against them, at every turn, and with not
-the faintest chance in prospect of their being able
under any circumstances to retrcaive their position ?
'rake the proceedings of last night for example by
way of illustration. Look at the four divisions which
took place during the course of those proceedings—
now upon this, now upon that amendment ! Count
the numbers of the clear majorities—it is needles to
to say always on the side of the Government; always
against the Opposition ! First, there was a clear
majority of—Ninety-Three ! Secondly, there was
one of-113 ! Thirdly, one of-115 ! Fourthly, one
of-113 ! It is, for all the world, like a series of

very superfluous arithinetical re-examinations. It is
working out very nearly the same identical sum all
over again—arriving, by necessity, at nearly the same
identical quotient. The thing is becotnini.; mono-
tonous, is becoming tedious, is becoming a bore. It
is traversing the same ground over and orer again.
We know every inch of the way. We know the in-
evitable turn, bringing us always back to the same
individual standpoint. The work cut out for the
Leader of the Oppositien in this n att.:. is, as clearly
as pcs:siLle, the very double or ( )nnteilart of the
ilcart-breaking work, of SISYPIIU.2, It Alas about it
all the maddening tediousness expressed ,in the re-
nowned alliteration—

3 Up a high bill he heaves a huge round stone,
The huge round stone resulting with a bound

. Thunders impetuous down, and smokes along tb e grout:."
The dead-weight rolls up, or to be plainer, 14 oiled