The Sun.
London, England, 1858-07-01 00:00:00

TAB SUN, LONDON, THURSDAY EVENING, OLY 1, 1858.

EAST INDIA COMPANY.-ADJOURNED

MEETING.

The adjourned General Quarterly Court of Pro-
prietors was held yesterday, at the India House,
Leadenhall-street, for the purpose of confirming,
by a special court, after the disposal of general busi-
ness, the annuities of 2,0001. to General Sir Colin
Campbell, and 10001. to Sir James Outran],
as approved of by the last special court.
Captain Etstwick, the deputy chairman presided,
and the minutes having been read,
Mr. JONES rose to call the attention of the Court
to the annexation of Oude, which he described as
an act that would cast such a stain on the reign of
Victoria as could never be wiped out. In support
of his view he read a petition from a body in the
country known as the Sheffield " Foreign Affairs
Committee." Mr. Jones called upon the company
and the Government to abrogate the powers of an-
nexation, and give back again those provinces to
its natural ruler. Mr. Jones then proposed a mo-
tion to the effect that the kingdom of Oude be re-
stored forthwith to the King and his successors.
Mr. MALCOLM LEWIN seconded the motion.
Mr. Cool( followed on the same side ; and

Mr. CRAWSHAY supported the motion.
Mr. HELPS moved the previous quest:on, wllich
was seconded upon the ground that, considering
the present state of Indian affairs, any further pro-
ceedings on the ques' ion would be very unwise.
Mr. Sergeant GAZELEE said, that as the Court of
Di: ectors made no sign, and he preferred dying by
his own hands instead of theirs, he should move
that the howe be counted. (Laughter.)
This was done, and there not being twenty mem-
bers pre:ent, the proceedings wore adjourned.

SPORTING INTELLIGENCE.

SHREWSBURY SUMMER RACES—WEDNESDAY.
The Corporation Plate (Handicap) of 5 sovs each, with a
service of Plate value 30/. The second to save his

sake, allowances and penalties. Six furlongs.
Mr. Gulliver's Apollo, 3 yrs, sst slb (Edwards) 1
Mr. Wadlow's Chantress, 3 yrs, sst 101 b (car. sat 1119
(Prichard) 2
Mr. H. Lister's Unexpected, 5 yrs. Est 10lb (J.James) 3
The following also ran :--Heroine, Old Tom, Merry
Sunshine, and Forget-me-Not.
The betting opened at 5 to 2 agat Heroine, and closed
at 3to 1 agst Unexpected, 4 to 1 eget Chantress, 4 to
1 agst Heroine, 9 t • 2 agat Old Tom, 7 to 1 agst Merry
Sunshine. The start was delayed more than half an
hour by the fractiousness of Heroine, who refused to go
near her horses. Won by half a length, two lengths
between the second and third, Heroine was close up with
the third, the others ware tailed off. An objection to
the winner, on the ground of a cross, was overruled.
The Hawkstone Cup (Handicap) value 100 soya and up-
wards, by subscription of 10 sovs each ; winners extra.
Cup Course. One mile and a half.
Mr. J. Barnard's Wouverniane, 3 yre, sst 101 b
(Pritchard) 1
Mr. Turner's Misty Morn, 3 yrs, sst 21b (in. 51b cx.)
(Parsons) 2
Mr. T. Stevens's Verona, yrs, Est 101 b (in. slb ex.)
(Roberts) 3
Betting-5 to 4 agat Wouvermane, 6to 4 agst Misty
Morn, sto 2 agst Verona. A line race, won by a
"short head," two lengths between the second and
third.

The Shripabire Handicap of 10 sous each. About a
mile and a quarter. (5 subs.)
Mr. Turner's Misty Morn, 2 yr., 6st 31b (Pritchard) w.o.
The Salop Handicap (a banes mue plate, value 40/ ), 2
sous each. Allowances and penalties. Three-quarters

of a mile.
Mr. Cvel's Merry Sunshine, 3 yrs, 7st 81b (Roberts) 1
Mr. La Me-rt'4 Maggie Lauder, 3 yrs, 84t 81b(Frencli) 2
Mr. T. Cliffs Junior Wrangler, 3 yrs, 74 61b(Cresswell) 3
Mr. T. Higgins's Tapioca, 2 yrs, 64 51b ... (Parsons) 4
Betting—Even on Junior Wrangler, 6 to 4 agst
Maggie Lauder. Won by a head ; bad third. Tapioca,
who got rather badly off, WAR list throughout.

The Herbert Stakes (handicap) of 3 sov; each, with 30
added. Winners extra; the second to rave his stake.
About three-quarters of a mile.
Mr. White'. Gieu Eagle, 4 yrs (Sit 316
Mr. T. Stevens's Apollo, 3 yrs, sst ln (car. 54t 11Ib)
(Pritchard) 2
Mr. EVADS'II Binnereley, 3 yrP, sst 131 b (—) 3
The following also ran :—Honeydew, Our Sal, and
RI bbonman.

Betting-5 to 2 agst Apollo, 10 to 3 agst Ribbon-
man, 4to legit Honeydew. Won by a length, a head
between the second and third, good fourth. Oa return-
leg to scale the rider of Apollo lodged an objection to
the winner on the ground of a cross. The case was in•
vestigated after the racus, and the stewards decided in
favour of Glen Eagle.

CARLISLE RACES.—TUESDAY.
(ADDITIONAL PARTICULARS )
The Corby Castle Stakes of 5 soya each. 3 ft, with 40
added ; for two and three-yr-olds ; weight for age;
penalties and allowances. T.Y.C. 8 subs.
Mr. Gray's Meta (h b), by Flatcatcher, 3 yrs, 8.-it 911)
(Austin) 1
Mr. I. Osborne's Gnatcatcher, 2 yrs, 6 t 9 b
(Cballoner) 2
Mr. W. Sharp,'s The Dewdrop, 2 yrs, 64 41b (Gray) 3
Betting.-5 to 2'on Gnatcatcher, 4 to 1 agat Meta,
Won by a neck ; four lengths between the s:cond
and third.
The Grand Stand Handicap of 50 cove ; winners extra
Once round.
Mr. J. Osborne'aTrabuco, by Windbound, 3 yrs, 6st 61b
(Cballoner) 1
Mr. West's Breeze, 5 yrs, Tat 21b (carried 7st 41b)
(W. Abdale) 2
Mr. Brown's Quin, aged, 64 41b (Little) 3
Betting. —2 to 1 on Breers, 3 to 1 eget Trabuco.
A fine race ' • won by a neck ; two lengths between
the second and third.
The Cumberland Plate of 100 goys, added to a handicap
of 10 cows each, 5 ft, and 3 only if declared ; the
second to save hi.; stake ; certain penalties Twice
round and a distance. 42 subs, 22 of whom declared.
Mr. W. Sharp's Tri.) the Daisy, by Turnus, 4 yrs,
74 41b (carried 7st 51b) (H. Withington) 1
Mr. liirkbrida's Julia, 3 yrs, bit 81b (Inc. Glb extra)
(Little) 2
Mr. Harris ns. Little Nell, 5 yrs, 7st 121 b (Bunting) 3
Tee following also ran : Satinstone, Hamlet, and
Janet.
Betting.-6 to 4 agst Janet, 3to 1 aget Trip the
Daisy, 5 to 1 agst Hamlet, 6 to 1 aget Julia, 8 to 1 asst
Satinstone.
Won cleverly by half a length ; a head between the
second and third ; Satinstone was a moderate fourth ;
the favourite tailed off.
The Holm Stakes of 5 sovs each, with 30 added, for all
age, ; optional selling weights, ctc. Three-quarters
of a mile. I subs.
Mr. Harrison's Gunatone, 5 yrs, (3C/,), 7st 131 b
(Bunting) 1
Mr. Lumsdeu's Sir Walter Scott, 2 yrs (801.), 7st 61b
(W. Abdale) 2
Mr. G. Johnstone's Challenger, 3 yrs (30f.), 7-t llb
(Little) 3
The following also ran :—Ellen the Fair, Rosedale,
and Pontifical.
Betting-5 to 4 agst Ellen the Fair, sto 2 agat Sir
Walter Scott, 4 to 1 aget Pontifical.
Won by half a length ; a neck between the second and
third ; moderate fourth.
An objection against the winner, on the ground that
he ran on the wrong side of a post, was overruled.
The winner was bought in for 46 guineas, and the
owner of Challenger claimed Sir Walter Scott under the
Newmark et rule,
Match for 50 sore. Heats. Once round and a distance.
Mr. Robinson's Little Fanny, aged 9 tt(T. Osborne) 2 1 1
Mr. Routledgea Fancy Girl, aged 93t (Mr. Nuble) 1 2 2
First Heat. -- 5 to 4 on Little Fanny. Won by a
bead.
Second IL at.-6 to 4on Fancy Girl. Won in a
canter by six lengths.
Third Heat.-4 to lon Little Fanny, Won by half
a distance.
The Tally-ho Handicap Stakes did not produce a race,
and the Carlisle Stdted did not fill.

LENHAII AND MID-KENT RACES.
WEDNSBDAY•

A Maiden Plate of 40 soya, for 3-yr olds and upwards.
One mile and a distance.

Mr. T. Brown's Volatore, 8 yrs, 7st 7lh (Collins) 1
Mr. Bailing's Flatcatcher, aged, Bst 61n...(J. Land) 2
Mr. Balebin's Pilot, 3 yrs, let 21b (Searle) 3
Won by two lengths, half a length between the second
a►nd third.

The Mid• Kent Handicap of 10 sows each, h ft, with 50
. added ; for 3 yrolds and upwards. Winners extra.

One mile and a distance.
Mr. G. Knowles' All's Lost (late the Dupe), by
Fla'catcbcr, 4 yrs, Bst (Knight) 1
Mr. B. Land's The Little Cob, 4 yrs, 7st 101 (inc.
txtra) (J. Land) 2
Mr. Norman's Lass of Richmond Hill, 3 yrs, sst 12ib
(O'Brien)
The following also ran :—Tbeory and Eartbstopper.
Won by a head ; three quarters of a length between
the sec end and third. Theory and EArthstopper were
pretty well up.
The Chilaton Park Stakes of 3 cove each, with 30 add. d ;
for 3-yr olds and upwards. Optional se:ling weights,
&T. Rest. One mile and a distance.
Mr. Langiand'siLady Cony ngoani, by Slane, 3 yrs, 501.
fiat 71b (G Searle) 2 1 1
Mr. Barling's Eardrop, 5 yrs (501.), BQt 41b
(Collins) 1 2 2
Mr. B. Land's Powder, 3 yrs (501.), Ct ...(Salt) 3 3 dr
Mr. Balehin's Impatience, 4 yrs (501.) (Ducker) 4 dr
First heat : Won by half a length ; four lengths
between the second and third. Second heat ; Won by
half a length ; bad third. Third heat : Won in a canttr
by two lengths.
The Lenham Plate (Handicap) of 50 soya for 3-yr-olds
and upwards. Winners extra. About a mile and a
half.
Mr. G. Knowles's All's Lost (late The Dupa), 4 yrs,
Bst 12th (inc. 121 b extra) (Kmeht) 1
Mr. T. Brown's Hobe, 2 yrs, 6st 51b (inn. 51b extra)

(C. Brown) 2
Mr. P. Barling's Earthstopper, 6 yrs, 7st...(Coulter) 3
Mr. Nightingall'a Anne (late Vestal), 3 yrs, bat
(Birch) 4
Won by half a length, a length aid a half between
the second and third ; bad fourth.

A Military Race of 3 sove each was won Ib7 Mr
Aropiple'. Lady Wine beating her,

LITERATURE.

Maud Skillicorne's Penance. By Mary Jackson,
author of the "Story of My Wardship." 2 vols.

Smith and Elder.

This story is a strange one—more peculiar than
pleasing. It relates the adventures of a young
widow, who is very unfortunate ; but it must ap-
pear evident to the reader that most of her troubles
are of her own making. Had she not been impru-
dent enough tl marry Mr. Skillicorne, her fate
might have been very different ; for in all pro
bability Arthur Seft n, her first love, would have
proved true to her, notwithstanding the opposition
of his parents. Her subsequent conduct was not
prudent ; allowing she was right in devoting her
whole existence to her step-son, she did not adopt
the best means of doing so. Her father, Mr. Le
Feuvre, is a most despicable character. He con-
ducted himself in a most unworthy manner as a
member of society, to say nothing of his behaviour
as a father. The scenes at the Brighton boarding-
house are related with spirit and vivacity, and
there is no doubt that the writer of this work
could do much better if she "kept probability iu
view" to a greater extent, and introduced more
favourable spechnens cf character.

A lost Love. By Aihford Omen. New Edition.

Smith and Eller.

It is satisfactory to meet with the reproduc`ion
of a superior work like the present. Those who
peruse it attentively will be struck with the ele-
vated tone of its smtiments, the deep reflection
that. is manifested in its composition, and the
striking ideas that ever and anon arrest the atten-
tion. The character of " Georgy " is admirably
described ; it is melancholy to d well on that lonely
life, and that sad death of one so richly endowed
with the best feelings of the heart, and so cap-Able
of appreciating the pure and the good. Some of
the remarks are peculiarly forcible, as, for instance,
those on last words—
" Last words and deathbed scenes occur oftener in
books than in reality. Lsst words are oftener the
mutterings of some perhaps trivial dream—the request
for some comfort or some change of pillows ; the grateful
recognition of some loved one—than phrases which con-
tain the full expression of the life-thought, or maxims
which shall be the guidance of those who remain behind.
Our lives, not our deathbeds, must furnish these."

This story is well worth the attention of all who
appreciate ability, though it may appear in a simple
guise ; and those who before me., wi' h it, may be
glad to renew their acquaintance with its pages.

The Cardinal. A Novel. By A. Boyd, author
of " The Duchess." Bentley.

This work has recently been added t o the a:trac-
tive series now publishing by Mr. Baitley, whic!l
aomprises some productions of eminent talent, and
some spa, kling and brilliant sketches, and which is
altogether a desirable collection for any one to
possess. The novel in question will doubtless
meet with approval, especially from those who
prefer romances connected with history.

21fissionaly Adventures in Texas and Mexico. By
the Abbe aaneneeh. L mgman.

In this volume, translated from the French, under
the author's superintendence, we find the results of
six years' experience in Central America. The
rec..irds of missionary travels hive always a peculiar
interest for those who can symp tthise with the
ardent spirit and untiring self-devotion that
actuate 3 them. The active career of the Abbe
Domeue,l as amissionary is unfortunately brought
to a speedy cenclusion, as his herlth gave way
under the pressure of fatigue, anxiety, and discom-
fort. Much to 11;s ngret, he was forced to abandon
the ennobling life to which he had devoted imself,
for the monotonous routine of his old world exis-
tence, which seemed to him " cold, colourless, and
pitiful," after the vivid variety of the tegious he
had traversed. His style is clear and lucid, and
the circumstances and the scenes be describes give
it animation. He narrates a melancholy incident
at the cusciusion. He was interested in the fate
of some prisoners of war tat, en by General Avalos,
who wet e c 1-elenatiecl to execution, and he devoted
himself to their consolation at their last hours, after
fruitlessly endeavouring to obtain a mitigation of
their sentence. Though suffering from the effects
of his exertions on their behalf and his painful sym-
pathy, he had the satisfaction of showing some kind-
ness to these unfortunate victims of an ill-regulated
state. We could have wished that a writer, claim-
ieg tolerance for his own faith, should be a little
more respectful to others, and cannot admire the
wholesale scorn with e hick he speaks of the various
&nom inat ens of American Pi otcstant s. However
mistaken creeds or forms of worship may appear to
those of another faith, the sincere belief of a large
numb At of human beings on the greatest of all
subjezts, demands respect, though not concurrence.
With this occasional exception, the book is one
well calculated to attract the general reader, who
.will find much interesting matter unconnected with
missionary labours.

them. The chapters on "Paris Plays," 4g p., ris
on New Year's Day," "Beyond the Barriers," dm,
are especially deserving of perusal, from their life-
like pictures of Parisian manners, or from the sug-
gestions they offer to the thoughtful mind. A large
class of readers will find entertainment and infor-
mation in Mr. Copping's pleasant volume.
California and its Resources. By Ernest Seyd.

Trubner and Co.

A brief account of the Fosition and resources of
California, written more especially with reference
to the merchant, the capitalist, and the emigrant, is
not out of place among the many volumes that are
issued respecting the favourite spots for emigration.
It is written in a plain and practical style, stating
the rates of wages, the commerce of California, the
rates of interest, the prospects of the different
classes of emigrants, and all necessary information.
It is enlivened by descriptions of the vivid and
picturesque scenery, and by a great number of
coloured illustrations, representing somo of the
most remarkable views and the principal buildings
of the cities. The different routes to California
are described at the end, and it may be useful to the
intending emigrant to know that the authc•r is ready
to give any information on the subject, though not
connected with any emigration scheme.

The Knights of the Cross. Bypits. Mar. Newby.
Mrs. Agar has given us a very us. ful and
succinct narrative of the Crmades, especially
wtractive to young readers, whom the min-
glsd romance and reality of the Crusades' ex-
pl .its gererally fascinate and interest. A sub-
ject so long the peculiar domain of knight and
troubadour, of dramatist and poet, is not
always clearly known to the student of history ;
and Michand'A history, besides some instances of
partiality, is too cumbrous and elaborate a work
for the general reader. This little volume is,
therefore, very well calculated for the young and
uninformed, and would be an acceptable gift book
at festive seasons.

A NIGHT OF DANGER IN DOUGLAS
BAY.

A number of persons who intended sailing from
Douglas, Isle of Man, for Dublin, by the steamer
Queen, of Whitehaven, were awaiting the arrival of
that vessel from Whitehaven on Wednesday night,
and got into the boats belonging to the White-
havt n Packet Company for the purpose of going on
boar.). Oct the vessel arriving and firing a gun, at
half-past 11 o'clock, the boats proceeded towards
her at the outside of the bay, but were unable to got
alongside, as the anchor not being downthe steamer
drifted away from the boats. A squall of wind off
the land came down on them at the same time,
and, proving utterly too strong for the rowers,
swept the boats away out to sea. The largest boat
h d on board 25 passeegers, and a crew of three
°Amon, with only two oars, and was encumbered
by a heavy load of luggage besides the passengers.
A considerable sea was running—too much for
the open bolt with her excessive freight, and
consequently she rolled and plunged her bows
under to such an extent that all were iu imminent
danger, and the whole of the luggage had to bs
thrown overbosrd to preserve the liven of the se in
the beat by preventing it swamping. Being light-
ened, the lytat rode much easier over the angry
billows, but all the efforts of the crew were re
quired to keep her head to the sea, and so prevent
her filling. After passing a wre.ched night, the
passengt-rs were only relieved long after daylight
by seeing a steamer making towards them, which
proved to be the vessel they ought to have been on
board of, and by which they were picked up and
brought back to the bay. The smaller boat had
nine passengers on board, and rode rather lighter ;
she had also drifted several miles off Laugness when
she was picked up. While the boats were thus ex-
posed to a night's peril on the deep the Queen was
lying at anchor iu Douelas aty, and it was only an
hour or two after a harbour boat had been out and
informed those in the steamer that the pa-senger
boats were not iu the harbour, that the captain ap
peered to know anything about them and went in
search about 4 a.m. Among the passengers in the
boats were several ladies and some youths return-
ing from school. Dr. and Mrs. Hemmings were in
the larger boat, and lost all the luggage prepared
for a tour in Ireland. One lady lost a tiuuk con-
taining jewellery and other property of the value of
2001., and many other gentlemen and ladies whose
names have not reached us also ]ost the whole of
their luggage. One or two persons Ist:long-
ing to Douglas, who went for the purpose of
seeing female relatives safely on board, were also
on board the boats. Several persons connected
with the passengers remained on the pier all night
iu a state of suspense, caused by the boats not re-
turning.-11tranz Stilt.