The Sun.
London, England, 1856-12-19 00:00:00

FLEET VALLRY RAILWAY.

" On examining the report of the railway commissioners
we find the following recommendation referred to by the
select committee :—' If, hereafter, alything should lead to
the admission of railways or railway termini within that
portion of the district submitted to our investigation which
lies north of the Thames, and if any company or number of
companies should be willing to undertske wholly or par-
tially the execution of such street improvements as we have
adverted to, we are of opinion that it will be to the advan-
tage of all parties that these should be planne I and pre•
scribed to the companies and finally carried out ender the
authority of some department of your Majesty's Govern-
ment in conjunction with the corporation of the city of
Loii,lon, or with the local authorities of the district in
which the works are to take place.
" ' We give this as our opinion because we consider that
the merit of the street improvements of London in regard
as well to their utility and beauty as to the economy and
convenience with which they can be carried out must
greatly depend upon their being executed with one inten-
tion, and as part of one well considered scheme, and be-
cause we see no security for this if they are left to origi-
nate with different railway companies according as these
may spring up, and without any other supervision than
that suppled by Parliamentary committees.'
"We think it right to remark that at the time the cor-
poration gave its assent to the passing of the Metropolitan
Railway Bill the report of the select committee had not
been made, and Viscount Canning, the chairman of the
Railway Commission of 1816, as Postmaster-General, gave
Government assistance in passing the bill. Your committee
oid not therefore feel themselves called upon to ask for the
introduction of any clauses in the bill giving to the corpo-
ration or any other public body such a general snpervision
over the execution of the works as it was the object of both
the Railway Commission and the select committee to ob-
tain for the protection of the public interest.
" The notices which have been referred to your c
mteiethaopuptrihseavuisugthtaatkenthaenyMsetterpospotolitcaannyßtahilewira
into execution, intend to apply fur most
of interests of the
which will override its provisons, and
the corporation
beneficially or most injuriously to the - may he used most
public and to the large lauded property
which is contiguous to the line of railway,
"Agreeing wi%h the Select Conarnitte
Commons, awl with the previous resolutionso of the House of
that a railway along the valley of the of this Court,
most serviceable to the public, we oictetBei3:Cti,osmtopimonpwgrnaenairsyctt:
Fleet may be made
encouragement it deserves, and such
poratiou will be disposed to give apprehend that the cor-
to the present time, it may having regard to the depres-
sion of the money-market from
give the company the extension an undertaking the
committee feel, however, be the day the act Wall passed
extension of time
unless theyt: reasonable for Parliament to
ion of time they desire.. Y
the public and injurious of the city that an
tolaat it is most inconvenient to
the property . ,
ethxet
t e cial to the p_
means and the ~• • can show that they have the
larger provisions should be given to
within ..isposition to carry out the undertaking
law
fi in a reasonable time, and in a manner that will be be-
may be advised, not for the
that we should be authorised to take such measures as we
übliclinterests. We therefore recommend
ac-
complishment of the l ' ' ate objects of the company,
legitimate purpose of obstructing the
but to obtain
the lecolumenobtionsof the railway commissioners and tk,
proper clauses in the bill in conformity with
select committee's report."
Mr, Deputy BOWER—As the only desire of the com-
mittee s to get power from the Court to oppose anything
they consider wrong, and to be enabled to further the object
which we have so very much at heart in respect to this
property, I move that the Court agree with them in their

report and that it be referred back to them to carry,
execution. •z:.>
Carried unanimously.
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THE LATE LORD MAYOR. It.f(7*.o*--
Mr. H. LLOYD —oh 1 \viNti $ll 1,1.107 TM loi.-ef,
of Mr. Alderou B...loutous) th,.ro is an r
y*
the ruwour which withi,, the last few days has
circulation—namely, that the late Lord May .r has received
a very hi ;411 honour or decoration from the EmpeFor,of a
Freuch. (Rear, hear.) A paragraph appeared in the Times
a few days since to the effect that the Emperor had de-
signed to honour him with a very high distinction for his
humanity in affording assistance to the sufferers by the
inundations in France. Will the deputy be good enough to
say whether there is any foundation !or the statement
(Hear, hear.)
Mr. Deputy LOTT-1 believe it is a fact that this dis-
tinction has been proffered, but that it has been intimated
by the Government that the worthy alderman would not
be permitted to wear it in this country, in consequence of
its not bt:ing an honour conferred for any military service.
I exceedingly regret it, and so do our friends, because if
anything could have tended more than another to cement
the union between the two countries it was stretching the
hand of charity to our brethren across the water when
they were in a difficulty.

ESTABLISHMENT OF A LIBRARY.
Mr. J. ANDERTON, chairman of the Library Committee,
brought up a report, and, in moving that it be agreed to,
dilated upon the advantages likely to result from the esta-
blishment of a library in conformity with the recommen-
dation of the committee, and quoted in support of his
views the instance of a library at Salford, from the esta-
blishment of which on a similar principle to that set forth
in the report most beneficial results had followed.
After a discussion, in which several members took part,
the report was agreed to, and it was referred back to the
committee to carry the same into execution.
CONSERVANCY OF THE THAMES.
Mr. Wo .D, chairman of the Consolidated Committee,
brought up a report, which was agreed to without discus•
sion.

CHRISTMAS IS COMlNG.—Remember that
a Present of one of LETTS'S DIARIES, POCKET-BOOKS, or
HoUSEKEEPERS, in their a f
mnyforms and varieties, in Main and
elegant bindings, from 6d. to 14s. (or even three to five guineas)
each, may be bad of any bookseller in the kingdom (Catalogues
awl will confer on the recipient not merely a pleasure but a benefit ;
a lasting service as well fig a passing kindness.—LETT3, SON, and
CO., 8, Royal Exchange, Ordnance Map Agents, &c.

FIER MAJESTY'S THEATRE.—M. I
JULLIEN'S ANNUAL BAL MASQUE,
Monday, December 22.
M. JULLIEN has the honour to announce that his GRAND
ANNUAL BAL MASQUE will, this year, take place at her
Majesty's Theatre, on Monday, December 22.
Under ordinary circumstances, M. Jullien would have felt
that the patronage hitherto bestowed on his Annual Enter-
tainment, and the general satisfaction evinced on every occa-
sion, rendered it unnecessary for him to add one word to the
mere announcement of the Ball. A recent event, however,
makes it imperative on him to draw the attention of his kind
patrons to the fact, that after 17 years of constant labour and
care, he has succeeded in transforming the trivial entertain-
ment, formerly known as the " Masquerade," into the mag-
nificent Fete of the Bal Masque, and in placing it on a level
with those given in the largest establishments of Europe—at the
Academia Imperiale of Paris, the Imperial Theatres of St.
Petersburg and Vienna, and the Theatre Royal of Berlin—
Fetes which the Sovereigns of those capitals do not disdain
to honour with their presence. Having thus raised the eha-
raster of those Entertainments, M. Jallien is satisfied that
the public will not hold him responsible for the ill-directed
efforts of plagiarists and, imitators.
M. JllllieleS Bal Masque will be given this year with the
same splendour as before, and will take place at her Majesty's
Theatre—an establishment already famous for the magnificent
Balls which have, under the' most distinguished patronage,
been given within its walls. M: Jullien feels confident that
this, his Seventeenth Bal Masque in England, will, for bril-
liancy and splendour, have never been equalled.
The Orchestra will' comprise one hundred and ten musi-
cians.
Principal Cornet-a-pistons--Herr Koenig and M. Duhem.

Condrctor—M. JULLIEN.
The newest and most fashionable music will be played, in-
cluding several new polkas, waltzes, and quadrilles, co►epesed
expressly by M. Jullien for his concerts, and for this
occasion.
The dances will be regulated by fourteen Maitres des
Ceremonies, whose arrangements will be strictly carried out.
No one will be admitted except in evening dress or fancy
costume.
The whole theatre will be ornamented by a new and superb
decoration.
Mr. Nathan, of Castle-street, Leicester-square, has been
appointed Costumier to the Bal.
Harlequins, Clowns, and Pantaloons not admitted.
TICKETS FOR THE BALL, 10e, 6d.
The prices of admission for spectators (for whom theandi-
ence portion of the theatre will be set apart) will be—
Dress Circle
Gallery Stalls 2s. 6d.
Gallery i.. ' ls. 6d.
Private boxes from 3/. 3s, and upwards.
Persons taking Private Boxes will have the privilege of
passing to and from the ball room without extra charge.
Tickets for the ball, places, and private boxes may be
secured at the box-office of Her Majesty's Theatre; of the
principal librarians and musicsellers ; and at Messrs. Jullien
and Co.'s, 214, Regent-street.
The doors will be opened-at Half-past Nine, and the Danc-
ing commence at Half-past Ten.
Refreshments will be supplied during the evening, and at
One o'clock the supper will be served.

HER MAJESTY'S THEATRE.—
M. JULLIEN'S CONCERTS. Last
Night but One.—For the Benefit of Herr Kcenig to-night.
--Eleventh appearance of Miss A. Goddard, the celebrated
Pianist.—Second appearance of Miss Louisa Vining.
Programme for THIS EVENING (Friday, Dec. 19):—
Part I.—Overture, Der Freischutz—Weber ; Quadrille,
from Verdi's "Il Trovatore "—Jullien ; Symphony, Adagio
Cantabile, from the Jupiter Symphony Mozart ; Solo,
Cornet, the River and the Star, written expressly for and
performed by Herr Kcenig Angelina ; Polka, My Mary
Ann—Jullien ; Cavatina, Tacea la notte (II Trovatore)—
Miss Louisa Vinning—Verdi ' • Cornet Obligato, Herr Kcent
Fantasia, " Recollections of Ireland," Miss A. Goddard—
Moschelles ; Quadrille, the French _Quadrille, with varia-
tions for flute, flageolet, oboe, clarinet, ophicleide, and
cornet, performed by MM. De Folley, DeYong,
Pratten, Lavigne, Hughes, and Kcenig; Finale ; Partant
pour la Syrie, Vive l'Empereur—Jullien.
Part 2.- Opera, Grand Operatic Selection from Verdi's opera
of " La Traviata," with solos by Herr Koenig, MM. Lavigne,
De Folly, Sonnenberg, Duhem, Le Hon, and Hughes ;
Serenade, Pianoforte, from Donizetti's opera, Don Pas-
quale, Miss A. Goddard—Thalberg ; Polka, City of the
Sultan (first time) Kcenig ; Rondo, Why should I be sad ?
Miss L. Vinning—A. Mellon ; Valse, La Gaiete (first time)—
Koenig ; Solo, Violoncello, M. Demunek, jeutie ; Galop,
Pelissier—D'Albert.

Conductor—M. Jullien. To commence at 8 o'clock. Prices
of admission :—Promenade, ls. ; Dress circle, 2s. 6d. ; private
boxes, 10s. 6d., £1 ls., and upwards. Private boxes to be
secured of Mr. Nugent, at the box-office of the theatre ;
at all the prin,:ipal libraries and musicsellers'; and at Jullien
and CA.'s, 214, Regent-street.

THEATRE ROYAL, HAYMARKET.
THIS EVENING, will be performed
THE SCHOOL FOR SCANDAL, with Mr. Murdoch as
Charles Surface ; Sir Peter Teazle, Mr. Chippendale ; Sir
Benjamin Backbite, Mr. Buckstone ; Crabtree, Mr. Compton;
Joseph Surface, Mr. Howe ; Sir Oliver Surface, Mr. Rogers ;
Moses, Mr. Clark ; Sir Harry (with a song), Mr. W. Farren
Lady Teazle, Miss Reynolds ; Mrs. Candour, Miss Talbot :
Lady Sneerwell, Mrs. Poynter ; Maria, Miss E. Sabine.
After which, the successful new farce, A FAMILY
FAILING, in which Mr. Buckstone, Mr. Howe, Mr. Chip-
pendale, and Miss Blanche Fane will 'appear.
With Perea Nena and hev unrivalled Company of Spanish
Dancers, in THE. ALHAMBRA, being the last week of their
final engagement:' •
To conclude with A KISS IN THE DARK.

THEATRE ROYAL, ADELPHI
Genuine Success.—Unprecedented Attrac-
tion.—Second Week of Mr. Benjamin Webster, and re-
♦ival of the Great Adelphi drama of Janet Pride.—The grand
New Fairy Ballet Extravaganza, THE ELVES, in which
Madame Celeste will appear as the Statue Bride every night.
THIS EVENING will be performed the celebrated d:ama
of JANET PRIDE. Messrs. B. Webster, Wright, Paul
Bedford, C. Selby, Parselle, Garde; Bland; Mesdames Celeste
and M. Keeley.
After which, with new scenery and appointments, the new
fairy ballet extravaganza, nailed THE ELVES, or the Statue
Bride, founded on the grand ballet spectacle, now perform-
ing with unexampled success at the Theatr3 Imperiale de
I'Opera at Parig, under the title of Les Elfes. Principal cha-
racters by Madame Celeste, Misses Wyndham, Mary Keeley,
Kate Kelly, Chatterly, Arden, Messrs. Wight, Paul Bedford,
C. Selby, Le Barr, dm.

ROYAL PRINCESS'S THEATRE.
THIS EVENING and during the week
will be presented Shakspeare's play of A MIDSUMMER
NIGHT'S DREAM.
After which will be produced a new petite comedy, in two
acts, called OUR WIFE ; or, The Rose of Amiens. Princi,
pal characters by Messrs. Ryder, Harley, Fisher ; Misses
Murree and C. Leclercq.
Mendelssohn's celebrated overture to A Midsummer
Night's Dream will commence at 5 minutes before 7.

R OYAL OLYMPIC THEATRE.
Lessee, Mr. Alfred Wigan.
THIS EVENING, WIVES AS THEY WERE AND
•MAIDS AS THEY ARE. Messrs. Addison, G. Vining ;
Mrs. Stirling. Misses Swanborough and Herbert.
After which, CRINOLINE.
And the new farce, JONES THE AVENGER. Mossri.
F. Robson, J. Rogers, and Miss Marston.
Commence at half-past Seven.

I'ol OYAL SURREY THEATRE
Lessees. Messrs, Shepherd and Creswick.
THIS EVENING, BIRDS OF PREY. Charles Renne-
Pont, Mr. Creswick.
After which, THE WAITER AT CRENORNE.
To conclude with THE OUTCAST BROTHER.

AT LEY'S ROYAL AMPHITHEATRE.
Lessee and Manager. Mr. W. Cooke.
THIS EVENING, Shakspeare's Tragedy of MACBETH,
with Eqnestrian Illustrations by Mr. W. Cooke's highly-
trainea Horses, &c. Macbeth, Mr. James Holloway.
Ler which, the Equestrian ACTS in the ARENA, in-
troTducing Miss Kate Ceoke and Miss Emily Cooke.
To conehule with AN AMUSING FINALE.
Doors open
at half-out six : commence at seven o'clock
rWox office oPen from Eleven till Four. Stage Manager, Mr.
. West. en
Director, Mr. W. Cooke' inn'

CA.NTEItacTRy HALL. Westminster-road.—
OPEN EVERY EVENING.—The follow-
Select company of Vocalists a
ions from all the popularre engaged for the performance of
Glees, Duets, drc., .„„17.:7 Operas, Madrigals, Choruses,
Pearce, Mrs. J. Caulfield,
Miss Brunch, and Miss sa„:" E
Jonghmans, R. Grover, TleZn; Mr, J. Caulfield, Herr F.
0 T.
Barker, W. Melling, and P. , Farrant, S. Jones, J
Mr. Sam Cowell
.0 ; Masters Austin, Ben-
nett, and Corri ;
forte, J. , Tri rt.() way, R. A, ; harnrnd. E. Mackney. Piano_
~,et Seven o'clock pre
until twelve
director, Mr. J• Caulfield. CeniTaZeuera J. Caulfield, jun.
wisely, Suppers, Ste..
the usual Vocal Enter!ainment, the Zeiki.; In addition t 0
MINSTRELS will appear in costume at
;vine
SPANISH
o'clock Every Evening, and sing some of their e and Eleven
tions. favourite selec-
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