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THE SUN, LONDON, FRIDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 7, 1866.

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LAW INTELLIGENCE.—This Day.

COURT OF QUEEN'S BENCH.

(Sittings at Nisi Prins, before Lord Chief Justice Cockburn
and a Special Jury.)
SPEINGETT V. BALLS.

The plaintiff in this case was a widow, and she brought
an action against the defendant, an omnibus proprietor,
for compensation in damages for the loss she sustained by
the death of her husband through the negligence of one
of his (defendant's) servants. The defendant pleaded
that the accident was contributed to by the deceased, and
that his servant was not to blame.
Mr. Sergeant Robinson and Mr. Do wdesville were
counsel for the plaintiff, and Mr. Sergeant Ballantine and
another learned gentleman for the defendant.
From the opening statement of counsel, and the evidence
for the plaintiff, it appeared that the deceased was a hop
inspector and sampler, and had lived at 19, Deverill-street
Dover-road, Southwark. His occupation was profitable,
as, during the busy time in the hop trade he could earn £1
a day. The accident occurred so far back as the 18th of
November, 1861, about 7 o'clock in the evening. The
deceased, with some sacks on his shoulders, was crossing
the road from St. Thomas-street, in tho Borough,
to the other side, when the omnibus of the
defendant came down at a rapid pace from the
direction of London-bridge. He was struck by the pole,
knocked down, and the omnibus passed over him. He was
taken to St. Bartholomew's Hospital, but his injuries were
so severe that he.died on the 22d of the month. He left
the plaintiff and vvo children,who were wholly dependent
on him, and since his death they had been in great dis-
tress. It was elicited from the plaintiff in the examination
that her husband occasionally indulged in drink, and that
she had to bring him before the magistrate in consequence
of his violence and -threats; but she said that he
was quite sober on the day of the accident and
when she saw him in the hospital. It was deposed to most
positively, by persons who witnessed the accident, that the
omnibus came at a very rapid pace down the incline from
London Bridge to St. Thomas's-street, that there was no
" skid" on, and that it was impossible for the deceased to
have avoided the accident.

For the defence the driver was called, and said that he
made every endeavour to pull up the horses in time, and
that except that the deceased was laden with sacks, which
prevented his seeibg or hearing; the accident would not
have occurred.

POLICE INTELLIGENCE.--This Day.

MANSION-HOUSE.

TILE CHARGE" OF SCUTTLING THE SHIP SEVERN.—This
morning the Justice Room at the Mansion House was
crowded with the leading members of marine insurance
companies in consequence of its being known that Hold-
worth, who lately carried on the' business of a ship and
insurance broker in Fenchurch-street, Ids° stood charged
with being concerned in scuttling the ship Severn, and for
whose apprehension a reward of £2OO had been offered,
would be placed at the bar, he having been taken into cus-
tody abroad. He accordingly took his place with the other
prisoners, viz., Bennett, the reported owner of the Severn;
Webb, the mate ; and Dean, the clerk of Holdwortb, before
Alderman Finnis, and was formally charged with the
offence.

Mr. Lewis, who appeared for Lloyd's Salvage Associa-
tion, conducted the prosecution, stated that, as he had an-
ticipated on the last occasion when be was before his
lordship, the prisoner Holdsworth had been apprehended
at Basle, in Switzerland, mainly through the instrumen-
tality of Mr. Pollaky, and conveyed to England by con-
stable Webb, of the City Detective Force. When the
constable arrived in Switzerland, the prisoner Lionel
Holdsworth was in custody of the police, and on Webb
seeing him, he told him he held a warrant for his appre-
hension on a charge of being concerned in the scuttling
of the ship Severn with intent to defraud. He
did not attempt to question the legality of
his capture, and the necessary forms having been
gone througb, he was brought across the Channel last
night, and as he had not been present when the former
evidence was taken, it would be necessary to read it over
in his presence.
Captain Layland then entered the witness-box, and the
whole of his evidence given previous to the apprehension
was read over to the prisoner, the most important portion
of it being that he (prisoner) gave the witness to under-
stand that the owners of the ship knew she was to bo
" potted."
The case was again remanded.

Opening of the Roumanian Chambers.

BUCHAREST, Nov.. 27.
The legislative session of the Roumanian Cham-
bers was opened at noon to-day by Prince ClarleS
in person. His highness delivered the following
speech in French ; the President of the Council re-
peating it subsequently in the Roumanian dialect :
" Senators and Deputies,—l am happy to find
myself in the midst of the national representatives.
The Roumanian people has entrusted its regeneration
to us, and upon the accomplishment of our mission
with fidelity and devotion depends the fate of the
country. Let both the Government and the legis-
lative bodies rise to the huight of our duty and niake
ourselves worthy cf the lofty destiny Providence
reserves us. The Roumanian State, established
upon durable bases, may now look with confidence
towards its future, secured against political fluctua-
tions abroad. Roumanians, be proud and jealous
of that future which lies henceforth in your hands.
Confided to your feelings, your thoughts, your pa-
triotic, it may become as great, as brilliant as we
should wish, and as it may he rendered. For my
own part, faithful to the tradition of my ancestors,
you may be assured that I will use every effort
worthily to fulfil my task. Nothing will be able
to remove me from this course, and I feel inex-
tinguishable confidence that God will assist me,
and will not refuse success to my efforts.
The hand of Providence has never been
more manifestly displayed in human destinies
than during the course of the difficult circum-
stances through which we have passed within the
last nine months. The constitution we possess is the
work of the nation itself, and must be kept sacred
and inviolable. The recognition of myself and
dynasty by the Sublime Porte and the guaranteeing
Powers has been raised to the height of a political
event, and has been considered by all the European
Cabinets as a gage of peace and security for the fu-
ture. Thanks to the intelligent prudence and the
energetic perseverance which the Roumanian people
have developed since 11th February, the new politi-
cal situation of Roumania has been recognised
without any of the rights of the .country being in-
jured. It has sufficed for me to exchange courtesies
with the Sublime Porte, and to declare to his Impe•
rial Majesty the Sultan my firm desire to respect
his suzerainty upon the basis of our ancient treaties
with the Ottoman empire. Roumaniains, who pos-
sess the sentiment of true patriotism, and who de-
sire that their 'young and vigorous nation should
rise to the rank due to itamong other peoples, have
greeted with joy my journey to Constantinople, in
which they have seen the confirmation of their de-
sires and hopes. The happy solution imparted to
difficulties abroad definitively secured our complete
autonomy and our rights. The friendship and sup-
port of the Sublime Porte and of the guaranteeing
Powers assure us that peace and perfect liberty is
necessary to occupy ourselves with the domestic or-
ganisation of our country. I can assure you of the
feelings of sympathy and interest experienced by the
great Powers for our nation. More than ever are
we able, in the difficult circumstances through which
we have still to pass, to reckon upon their support,
which will never fail us so long as we wisely keep
within the sphere of our rights and our legitimate
desires. The foundations being solidly laid, nothing
remains now but to raise the edifice commenced with
so much vigour and success. To the task, Rouma-
nians ! To the task with probity and zeal ! For-
get those conflicts, those rivalries, which may com-
promise the security of the entire country for
the gratification of private interests. Rally with
confidence around me, and entertain no other
wish than to extirpate prejudices and bad ha-
bits. Put in application the salutary principles of
probity, morality, labour, and economy, which lead
nations to civilisation, to wealth, and to strength
My Government, persuaded that the principal co

dition of stability and progress is respect for the
constitution and strict observance of the laws, asks
the active support of all citizens in extirpating the
vices se deeply rooted in the administration and in
justice. It is only at this cost that we shall succeed
in raising the prestige of authority, in introducing
sincere and loyal respect for institutions, for well-
understood liberties, fur legality, and for the rights
of all. The drought that has threatened us with
famine, and a cruel cholera epideinic-7-two terrible
scourges —have descended upon our country and
have cast desolation, discouragement, and anxiety
into the midst of families. I recommend, gentle-
men, to your solicitude the measures necessary to
prevent the return of similar calamities. We hope
in the public generosity, whicn has given incon-
testable proofs of Christian charity during the past
year. The fundamental principle, incumbent upon
States as well as individuals, in the maintenance of
engagements contracted. My government found
itself from the very beginning face to face with
burdensome contracts entered into by the preceding
Government. It has taken pains to propose to you
modifications that render them less onerous to the
State. Nations should respect their contracts as
much as possible, for it is only thus they can estab-
lish their credit and attract capital—a vital neces-
sity for the development of the national wealth.
With a financial crisis like that through which we
have passed, a crisis still further aggravated by two
successive bad harvests, with a considerable floating
debt, and with a budget it was not possible to balance,
discredit had reached its height. Treasury bonds
due, and overdue Government bills, could only be dis-
counted at a loss of 30 per cent. ; we were unable
even to meet pressing necessities for the food of the
soldiers and salaries of officials. These circumstances
combined obliged my Government to have recourse
to a loan upon hard but indispensable conditions—
a loan the result of which was immediately to raise
the public credit, and to bring into circulation

he cash required for agricultural and commer.

cial tranEactions. In all branches of the administra
tion my Ministers have endeavoured, by importani

reductions, to effect savings which will render the
want of means less felt, and the next budget will be
balanced without the march of affairs being impeded
for the purpose. Roumania has obtained a favour-
able position in the palace of the Universal Exhi-
bition. This participation, making known the pro-
ducts of the country, will secure new outlets to our
agricaltural industry. Notwithstanding our financial
straits, and the expenditure into which we are
drawn by such participation, we have thought it our
duty to impose this sacrifice upon ourselves, and we
must do everything in our.power to make a worthy
appearance at this contest of labour and civilisation. '
Let us'not deceive ourselves. We have to work hard

in order to bring our affairs into the veritable path
of progress. I am firnily convinced that, completely

forgetting animosities and private passions, your
deliberations will avoid fruitless discussion, and will

be rich in results to our country'. For my part you
will always find me immovable in the path of duty.

I shall fulfil with pride the mission entrusted to nie,

in order to bring about the greatness and develop-
ment of my country. Justly but unflinchingly I
shall strike evil wherever I may encounter it. Yon
will find in my Government secure assistance in all
the decisions you may take for the veritable welfare
of the country. Setting aside all feelings of ambi-
tion, let us have no other will than to labour un-

ceasingly at the progress and development of Rou-
mania. Gentlemen, the ordinary session of the
legislative bodies for 1866 and 1867 is now opened."

SANITARY STATE OF LIVERPOOL. -Mr. Alfred
Taylor, C.E., recently held a Government inquiry into the
sanitary state of Liverpool. Yesterday, at the meeting of
the Liverpool Health Committee, his report was read. He
strongly recommended the establishment of suburban ma-
nure wharves to replace those now in the town, the con-
version of all privies into water-closets, and for thatpurpose
and for the more complete flushing of the sewers the pro-
vision of a greatly increased supply of water.
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may be safely and certainly cured by employing Hollo-
way's ointment and pills in accordance with the instruc-
tions wrapped round each pot and box. No timidity need
deter the weakest from applying to these restoratives,
which exert the threefold qualities of purifying, regulating,
and repairing, without disturbing the stomach, annoying
the nervous system, or rendering confinement to the house
necessary. Holloway's medicaments will' stem the source
of many maladies, which, when neglected, perpetuate
misery.

First Surrey Rifles.

The annual distribution of prizes gained by me

bers (he this corps took place last night at the head
quarters of the regiment, Brunswick-road, Camber
well, Lady Pollock having kindly consented to pre

sent them. In si,.ite of the unfavourable weather
there was a numerous assemblage of visitors. Col.
Erskine, Inspector-Geneiml of Volunteers, was pre-
sent. The members of the corps were drawn up in
line on one side of the hall, and presented arms
when Gen. Sir G. Pollock (honorary colonel) and
Lady Pollock arrived.

Lieut.-Col. MACDONALD congratulated the corps
on the year 1866 being such a prosperous one, and
said that at this, tilt) sixth annual distribution,
there were 44 priz,-:s, amounting in value to £360,
being the contributions of officers and honorary
members. IL beggal to thank the gentlemen who
had presented the prizes, and hoped they would
continue to show their liberality. The shooting this
year had been very good. They had enrolled nearly
100 recruits, and the attendance on parade was still
very good. At the Surrey County Association meet-
ing they carried off 16 prizes out of 50—Private Ma-
crone having won the Challenge Cup. At Wim-
bledon the Ist Surrey camp consisted of about 60
volunteers, and was noted for order, neatness, and
discipline. In the international match Private Water -
man made the highest score. The corps took a pro-
minent part in the volunteer visit to Brussels, and
Mr. Calcott, the bandmaster, was presented with a
valuable gold medal. Lieut.-Col. Macdonald, in con-
clusion, spoke of the importance and value of the
volunteer system, and hoped the men would ever
sustain the honour of the corps.
Lady Pollock then presented the prizes, the prin-
cipal of which were —The Pollock Challenge Cup,
value 50 guineas, the gift of Gen. Sir G. Pollock,
silver medal—gained by Colour-Sergeant R. A.
Puckle. The Ist Surrey Challenge Cup, value 25
guineas, the gift of Lieut.-Col. Macdonald, silver
medal—Private A. H. Weir, No. 3 Company. The
Ladies' Challenge Cup, value 25 gni neas, silver
medal—Private T. Wheeler, No. 1 Company. A
Challenge Cup, value 10 guineas, the gift of Lieut.
Puckle, hon. secretary of the corps—Private F. G.
French, No. 2 Company (this cup is now Mr.
French's absolute property, he having won it twice).
A contribution of officers and men, amounting to
104 guineas, was divided into four classes of prizes,
ranging from 12 guineas downwards. There was
also a special series of prizes, value £.ll ss. The
officers of No. 5 Company's prizes, value £2O, were
divided into two amounts of £l2 and £B. There was
in addition a prize for quick firing, given by Ensign
Pulmau ; and a prize for recruits.
At the conclusion of the presentation,
Lieutenant-Colonel MACDONALD thanked Lady
Pollock for the honour done them in presenting the
prizes, and said he knew that both her ladyship and
her husband felt a great and warm interest in the
welfare of the Ist Surrey.
General Sir GEORGE POLLOCK said that Lady
Pollock had great pleasure in coming there on that
occasion. He was very glad to see such an improve-
ment in the regiment, and hoped the corps would
have Colonel Macdonald with it for many years to
come.

Three hearty cheers for General and Lady Pollock
were then given, when

Colonel ERSKINE addressed the corps, and said that
as inspector-general it had afforded him great plea-
sure to hear that it was in such a very prosperous
condition. He thought they were very fortunate in
having such an honorary Colonel as General Pol-
lock, who took such an interest in the regiment, and
he was pleased to find them in such a commodious
drill-shed. He thought the money expended in its
construction had been well laid out as a means of
carrying on drills and meetings together for social
intercour..,e.

The gallant colonel was greeted with three cheers
at the conclusion of his speech.
The band of the corps, under the direction of Mr.
Calcott, played during the evening.
It is arranged that a dramatic entertainment shall
take place on llond:iy, the 17th inst.

THE DUTCH JUDGE.

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There lived in ono of the in9untainous countries in
Western Virginia many Dutchmen, and among them ono
named Henry Snyder; and there were likewise two bro-
thers, called George and Jake Fulwiler—they were all rich,
and each owned a mill. Henry Snyder was sub-
ject to fits of derangement ; but they were not of such a
nature as to render him disagreeable to any one. He
merely conceived himself to be the Supremo Ruler of the
Universe, and, while under the infatuation, had himself a
throne built, upon which he sat to try the causes of all who
offended him, and passed them off to heaven or hell as his
humour prompted—he personating both judge and culprit.
It happened one day that some difficulty occurred be-
tween Henry Snyder and the Fulwilers, on account of
their mills ; when, to be avenged, Henry Snydertook along
with him a book, in which ho recorded his judgments, and
mounted his throne to try their causes.
Ho was heard to pass the following judgments.
Having prepared himself (acting as judge and yet as
respondent for the accused), he called George Fulwiler.
"Shorge Fulwiler, stand up. What hash you been doin'
in dis lower world ?"
" Ah, Lort! I does not know."
"Well, Shorgo Fulwiler, hasn't you got a mill ?"
"Yes, Lort! I hash."
" Well, Shorgo Fulwiler, didn't you never take too
much toll ?"
" Yes, Lort, I hash —when der water wash low, and
mein business was dull, I take a little too much toll ?"
" Well den, Shorge Fulwiler, you must go to der left,
mit der goats."
" Well, Shako Fulwiler, now you stand up. What you
been doin' in dis lower world ?"

(The trial now proceeded throughout precisely like the
former, and with the same result.)
" Now I tries mineself. Henry Shnyder ! Henry Shny-
dor ! stand up. What has you been doin' in die lower
world ?"
" Ah, Lort ! I does not know."

Well, Henry Shynder, hasn't you got a mill 2"
Yes, Lort, I hash."

Well, Henry Shnyder, didn't you never take too much
pt

"Yes, Lort, I hash —when der water wash low, and mein
business was dull, I hash taken a leetle too much toll ?"
But, Henry Shnyder, vat did you thrwid der toll ?"
" Ah, Lort ! I gives it to the. poor."
(Pausing.) " Well, Henry Shnyder, you must go to der
right mid der sheep, but it's a tight scpteeze !"