The Sun.
London, England, 1859-10-22 00:00:00

VOLUNTEER CORPS.

LONDON.

A meeting of the council was held yesterday at
the Mansion-house, the Lord Mayor in the chair.

The LORD MAYOR read a list of contributions
Which had been received. His Lordship stated
he had the gratification to announce that the
Secretary for War had transmitted to him a
generous contribution, and that he had this
morning received £lO 10s. from Mr. R. W. Craw-
ford, M.P. His lordship further stated that the
Worshipful Company of Cutlers had forwarded a
donation. Mr. Alderman Rose handed his lordship
£lO 10s., which the Worshipful Company of Wax
Chandlers had requested him to present.
Mr. Deputy LLOYD was introduced to the council,
and stated that he had the satisfaction t,.) report
that Sion-hall, London-wall, might be used for tem-
porary purposes of drill, subject to certain regula-
tions. The deputy further stated he had every rea-
son to believe that at a future day he should have
a most gratifying report, achieved through the
exertions of Mr. Alderman Challis and the influen-
tial committee appointed in Cripplegate Ward to
further the interests of this brigade.
Sir F. DOYLE and Mr. SOMES, M.P., expressed a
hope that every ward in the city of London would
follow the example which had been set in Crip-
plegate Ward.
The LORD MAYOR read a courteous communica-
tion which had been received from Col. Alderman
Wilson, relative to the deposit of arms. His lord-
ship stated that the arrangements had now so far
progressed that her Majesty's gracious sanction
might be expected in a few days. Mr. C. Kemp
was appointed armourer to this brigade.
The LORD MAYOR elect addressed the council,
urging the expediency of organising a band with-
out delay, and after a variety of appropriate re-
marks moved a resolution to that effect, which was
seconded by Mr. W. GARDNER, and carried unani-
mously.
Mr. J.R.Tutton (late of the Royal Horse Guards
Blue) was appointed bandmaster of this brigade.
The LORD MAYOR elect expressed his hope that
the band would be equipped without any delay, and
cheer the volunteers in their patriotic efforts.
It was resolved to raise a special fund to meet
the outfit. Mr. Gardner presented £lO 10s. to
further the object.
A resolution was passed that the members be im-
mediately enrolled, and on enrolment be authorised
to obtain their uniforms. A long discussion ensued
on the width of the butts at the Crystal Palace,
when it was ultimately resolved that they should
be 100 feet wide.

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The LORD MAYOR stated he had an interview
with Mr. Hopkinson, an influential inhabitant of
the north of London, en the subject of a practice
ground at Hornsey-wood, to suit the convenience
of that district. The proposition was favourably
considered, subject to a further conference to be
held on Tuesday next.
The LORD MAYOR stated he had received the
following letter, which he hoped would obtain
publicity, as he was anxious for it to be distinctly
understood that the operations of this brigade were
not confined to the city of London, for that the
council would be happy to enrol all who applied
from every part of London. His lordship read the
letter as follows :

My Lord,—How about us young fellows west of Temple
Bar ? Are we not to have the privilege of becoming rifle
volunteers ? Is the movement to be confined to the city,
or will exertions be made to get the westerly people to ar-
range their hours of business so as to give their young mez
the opportunity of joining the London (not City) Rifle
Brigade? May I respectfully suggest to your lordship that
the influence which attaches to your high position would
have some effect in doing for us NI hat we want, and thereby
swelling the ranks of the London regiment of young
patriots ?—I am, my Lord Mayor, your obedient servant,
A WOULD-BE RIFLE VOLUNTEER.
100 yards from Temple Bar, Oct. 17.
The LORD MAYOR then addressed the council.
His lordship stated that under the circumstances cf
the forthcoming banquet and ball at Guildhall it
was impossible the drill could take place there at
present, but he trusted the temporary arrangements
for drill at Sion•hall would be deenr:d satisfactory,
and that in the meantime the members would be
enrolled, and that they would be in a position to
provide themselves with uniforms without delay,
while the arrangements for the necessary works at'
the Crystal Palace would be carried on with every
despatch. His lordship expressed his gratification
at the motion of the Lord Mayor elect as to the
appointment of a band. The Lord Mayor expressed
a hope that the citizens of London would imme-
diately contribute to a special fund to assist this
object, and expressed his willingness to receive con-
tributions. His lordship, in conclusion, said while
he felt bound to acknowledge the munificent sup-
port which had been received from the citizens of
London, it was still inadequate to the requirements
of the brigade, but he felt assured ample resourees
would yet be received.