The Sun.
London, England, 1860-02-06 00:00:00

grim old Zachary Trangman. Later we have in
succession, how Ninian delivered his message at the
Grange of Ovingdean—how the search over that
old mansion was conducted by the Captain of the
Ironsides—and lastly, how Increase Mickle6ift
(of all men in the world) did a good tr---2 to
Clavering. Ihe breathless surprise and confusion
in the last brief chapter are in every way worthy-
of the author of " Rookwood" and " Jack Shep-
pard." " Ovingdean Grange" is so much the attrac-
tion just now in Bentley's Miscellany that we have
not unnaturally left ourselves merely room to enu-
merate a few of the other contributions. Among
these the more noticeable papers are—another
chapter of " Mingle Mangle," anent " Romeo and
Juliet" by Monkshood—another story, by Ouida,
entitled "Belles and Blackcock"—three additional
chapters of " Gurney" by Dudley Costello—and the
commencement of a smart and tart series of Franco-
English running-commentaries on passing events,
written by M. Victor Gouache, and designated for
the nonce, "The Outremanche Correspondent."

Colburn's United Service Magazine.
In this excellent magazine we find as usual much
to attract the attention both of the professional
and non-professional reader. All to whom the
military and naval services of their country are
objects of interest will do well to study the two
first articles here met with, at the present
juncture especially they are of great moment, as
notwithstanding the enigmatical advantages pre-
paring in the shape of mystical treaties of commerce,
the great questian of the day with all patriots is the
efficient protection and suitable forces of their
country. Some of the arguments here met with
are most sound, and it would be well if they were
attended to. In referring to the storm of abuse
which generally assails all entrusted with com-
mand, it is wisely suggested that the energies of
the complainants would be better employed in seek-
ing the right men than in stigmatising the wrong
ones. The following passage alludes to the want of
efficient commanders, and the indifference that
exists on this important point :
"The Russian dicta—that we have an army of lions, lea
by asses—is the one which seems most "leasing to the na-
tional vanity. If we believe it to be true, why don't we
change it ? for an army with leaders who cannot be de-
pende upon is not one in which any nation can trust. We
are loud in our anxiety about our defensive means, but
where is the general, when the hour of need comes, that we
arc to place at the head of them ? and what steps are we
taking to insure our ever having one ? Is he to be found
at Aldershott, or in Ireland, or anywhere amongst those
now in active employment? If ho is, why is he not made
known, that the army may hear of him, and learn to place
confidence in him ? That feeling is seldom inspired all at
once ; and if there is a capable man on whom the Govern-
ment has its eye, it would surely be desirable to bring him
forward at once, and to lot him have all the practice in peace
which our camps of instruction, or the command of large
bodies of troops, can afford. It will not do to shut him up
in a band-box, to be brought out only at the moment he is
wanted. If matters are somewhat precarious as to the pos-
sibility of invasion, we ought at least to have some indica-
tion of the coming man to whom we are to trust for saving
us when it does take place. Is he at home or abroad, or in
Parliament, or where is he ? will the militia or volunteers
furnish him ? He certainly does not seem to be incommand
anywhere, or we might expect to hear something about
him."

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The second article, which treats of " The Mis-
management of the Royal Navy," is also deserv-
ing of regard. It asserts that there is a want of
internal management and discipline, that places it
in great peril. It truly states that in the late
mutiny of the Princess Royal every one concerned
was to blame. The crew were much to blame' for
their mutinous conduct, but they had the excuse of
being drunk at the time, and therefore their insu-
bordination was not premeditated rebellion. The
officers were very faulty in permitting the men to get
drunk, and in not suppressing the insubordination.
Captain Baillie was also unfit for the post he held, he
was wanting in decision, and, as often happens to
such characters, in endeavouring to arrange mat-
ters both sides were annoyed with him. "It was
his misfortune to be appointed to command a ship,
having such a disorderly erew, and Sir Charles
Wood is responsible for having appointed him." A
comparison is instituted between the late and pre-
sent Government in this department, and it is
stated that the Whig Board of Admiralty do not
deserve, and will doubtness not obtain, the confi-
dence of the House of Commons :
" At the commencement of last year, we had a First
Lord of the Admiralty who devoted his whole mind and
time to the duties of his office, and who had obtained the
the confidence of nearly all naval officers, from his prompt
attendance to their complaints, and from his determination
to introduce now life and energy into the British Navy
Now we have a First Lord who has disregarded most of the
improvements suggested by his predecessor—who is above
being troubled with the hardships that naval officers iuffer
under, and who cares not what other shoulders bear the
blame so as he can manage to retain a fleeting popularity.
• • e •
" Sir John Pakington did not desert Admiral Hope be'
cause his gallant attack on the Peiho forts was wasuccoso,
ful ; and, doubtless, had he still remained at the Boa's
Admiralty, he would have dealt out lavish promotions to
those brave officers and men who showed that they Po'
sess3e, dlatsht eag.trauine.stpisruitchof
overwhelming
elgmaiiin°gro,obdydsfi. ghßtuitgbtocoatuohe
fur
the Times censured Admiral Hope for his rashness, the
Board of Admiralty, under the presidency of the Dui* of
Somerset, has shown the most cold neglect to the services of
those officers serving under that Admiral. Indeed, we
have even heard it rumoured, that had it not been for our
beloved Queen, Admiral Hope would have been superseded
in his command."
Various other papers on the different subjects at to
be found, and, on the whole, the readers of
number will not find that it falls short of its plide°
COSSOTS.

The Cornhill Magazine. Smith and Elder., _
The brilliant success achieved by the first number
of this periodical prepares the reader to welConle
the second with favour. His anticipations will not
be disappointed, for in style and subject, la
quantity and quality, this second number full/
maintains the reputation acquired by the first'
Prominent amongst its contents are the two story
whose dramatis persona were last month admitted
to the circle of our acquaintances, and are doubt;
less soon to be numbered in the list of our especial
friends. Mr. Tennyson's poem has disappointed
us. It is taken from the old legend of the goddess
who bestowed eternal life on her lover, forgettini
that he:would grow old. Though many touclailli
lines and graceful images may meet us, we cannot
consider that Mr. Tennyson's recent contributions
to periodical literature have at all enhanced h?
fame. The article entitled " Nil Nisi Bonuixi"l!
in accordance with its subject and reflects crest's
on its composer. Few more grateful tasks Art
devolved on those whose vocation it ie
to note the progress of events than when ths/
have to render their homage to the memory of 6
great name which belongs, from henceforth, 11°
more to the trivial events of the day, but has be'"
comt; a part of the great future of history. Malan'
choly
.though the feeling may be which pervad.
the mind, it is satisfactory to know that one is el'
gaged in an undertaking where it is a sacred duty
to ignore all errors, and to remember all merits,
the poet has expressed it in these inimitable lines"'
" But far from us, and from our mimic scene,
Such things should be, if such have ever been.
Ours be the gentler wish, the kinder task,
To give the tribute, glory need not ask—
To mourn the vanished beam, and add our mite
Of praise in payment of a long delight."
In speaking of Macaulay and Washington Irving'
the spirit of the above passage has actiated tb
language of the writer. He commences by statiof
that "two men, famous, admired, beloved, hal
just left us, the Goldsmith and the Gibbon of on
time." After a brief summary of their different
attainments, this admirable essay thus concludes
"It has been the fortunate lot of both to give ads
accountable happiness and delight to the worl;
which thanks them in return with an immens
kindliness, respect, and affection. It may not;
oar chances brother scribe, to be endowed with sue
merit, or rewarded with such fame. But the it
wards of these men are rewards paid to our servlli
We may not win the baton or epaulettes, but o°o
give us strength to guard the honour of the lisgto'
The last knight who has entered ra
the tilt could commence his warfare fired with
no nobler zeal, and ambitious of no better suet l
The first of a series of essays on "William Hogstitie
and his Time" promises well. Its picture of t
time when the "Little boy Hogarth," the hero oft bo
first essay, makes his entry on the stage of life,
vividly and forcibly drawn. Full of incident I!°_,
research though it is, the writer pleasantly disclal7
any attempt to write a complete biograpb/
Hogarth; asserting that he does not know mill or
to complete a reliable and authentic life. Whetl?to
this be the case or no, the reader will have 1",,,
cause to quarrel with him on the score of ignorers o
for information of the most varied character
scattered through the essay, with a readingss r
memory and smartness of style which forcibly'
minds us of a writer who has done good servilo.
this school of literature already. A paper on tics
vasion Panics offers a good deal of sugges—gas
matter to the attention of the reader. It corareel(l,
t y observing that when about the year 1899, rll
Marshal Dowbiggin, full of years and honours, s;w
edit the correspondence of his kinsman, the 'le,
brated War Minister during the Russian stre%,"o
the grandchildren of the present generation 'oil
probably learn a good deal moro respecting the
Peek
causes of the failures and shortcomings of that Pe-fek
than we are likely to know on this side our_grilholl
And so " when some future Earl of Teiubroks fee
devote his splendid leisure, under the cedar grfos
of Wilton, to preparing for the information °Lost,
twentieth century,the memoirs of his great mice ode
Mr. Secretary Herbert, posterity will then have east
chance of discovering what is kept a close otis
from the public just now—whether any dofo'
causes exist to justify the invasion-panic og.
which the nation has recently been shi°r 011
The correspondence of Lord Cornwallis, reffae
published, admits us behind the scenes of