The Sun.
London, England, 1844-09-28 00:00:00

DIRECT NORTHERN RAILWAY from
LONDON to YORK, by LINCOLN.
Capital 4,000,000 e, in 80,000 shares of 50/. each.
Deposit, 10s. per share.
COMMITTEE. PROVISIONAL
The Hon. William PAshleynovir,
J. M. Brackenhury, Esq. ,William Gambier, Esq.
Colonel William Gravatt, R.E.
John Brightman, Esq, Major Thomas George Harriett,
Michael Bruce, Esq.
H.P., R. C. S.
Robert Walter Carden, Esq. • William Morley, Esq.
Edward Turst Carver, Esq. William Mountford Nurse, Esq.
The Chisholm John Pickersgill, Esq.
Lieut.-Colonel James Nisbet Col- Thomas Raikes, Esq.
quhoun, R. A. Edward Sherman, Esq.
James Farquhar, Esq. Edward Winslow, Esq.
(With power to add to their numbers.)
ENGINEERS—Sir John Rennie, F.R. S. ; Wro. Gravatt, Esq., F.R.S.
BANKERS—The Union Bank of London.
Soucereas—alessrs. Johnston, Farquhar, and Leech, Moorgate.
street, London.
PARLIAMENTARY AGENTS—Messrs. G. and T. W. Webster, Old
Palace-yard, Westminster.
SECRETARY—Major William Amsinck.
The formation of a Direct Main-Trunk Railway, for the im.
Portant purpose of connecting the north of England and Scotland,
by York and Lincoln, with the metropolis, has been decided upon,
after mature investigation and conviction of the public advantages
/such a line of communication.
The line will commence near King's.eross, in the New-road, the
Most central situation in the metropolis, both as regards the West_
end and the City; it proceeds by Chipping Barnet, Biggleswade,
}cots, Huntingdon, near Peterborough and Market Deeping by
Stamford, to the west of Bourn, east of Grantham, west ef Sleaford,
aad east of Newark, to Lincoln, and thence by Gainsborough,
Thorne, Snaith, and Selby, to York.
The distance by it between London and York will be 180 miles.
will be about 20 miles shorter than by any other proposed line.
t will reduce by 39 miles the present distance between London
Mid York, and will consequently by the same distance bring New-
castle and Edinburgh nearer to the metropolis, while the distance
laved between London and Hull will be no less than 43 miles.
It will firm the nearest route to Leeds, Selby, Hull, Halifax,
Bradford, Huddersfield, Wakefield, Pontefract, and Sheffield; thus
commanding the traffic of the manufacturing districts of Yorkshire,
as well as the traffic from the north of England, Scotland, Lincoln-
shire, and the other agricultural districts through which it passes.
Taking its course through a highly productive country, It em-
brace,
all- the market towns of importance, and connects all Lin-
colnshire with the manufacturing districts and the metropolis.
It opens an easy communication between Norfolk and Suftblk,
and the West and North of England.
The line, as will be seen by the map, does not interfere with the
drainage of the fen country, whilst it embraces the most important
Markets and towns of that district.
The inclinations are extrewely favourable, and are obtained at a
Moderate expense, there not being any engineering work of great
Magnitude on the line. The guage will be the same as the exist.
ing lines through the manufacturing districts, and all loss of time
In travelling will be avoided, as the line will be an integral trunk
lino Under one management.
The expense of construction being moderate, and the distance as
ankh reduced, the fares will be proportionately less, and an ample
Profit is suffi:;iently shown by the annexed abstract of the traffic
tables, which are the result of a most rigid investigation, and are
prepared as evidence for Parliament.
The capital proposed to be raised, namely, 4,000,0001., is a sum
exceeding the engineers' estimate. It has, however, been thought
advisable to allow an ample margin for any increase of prices above
those of the present time.
The surveys were commenced in October last, and in March
last, the Direct Northern Line, and its advantages (together with
isktanY other trial lines, and their disadvantages), were car, fully
flan
to the consideration of many gentlemen well qualified to
epinion on such matters, and finally theprospectus, accom.
lanied by a map on a sufficient scale, was published on the 4th of
April, 1844. This prospectus and map show the London terminus
at King's.eross.
At this date there was not before the public any other project
for
a direct line of railway from London tc York ; but when more
than a month had elapsed from the time of the publication of the
prospectus and Map of the Direct Northern Railway, the Cam.
"ridge and York via Lincoln Railway Company (who had up to
that time adhered to an indirect line by Cambridge to York)
changed their title to that of the London and York Railway Com-
,,vanY, and their stated capital, which previously had varied from
4'n ",,,0001. to 1,600,0001., was then, for the first- time, named at
L'u°oooo/. In their new prospectus the London and York Corn
ant also adopted King's-cross for their London terminus.
Of the sense entertained of these encroachments by the pro.
o'oters of the Direct Northern Railway, the York and London
MPany were duly apprised by a circular addressed to each mem-
ber of their Committee on the 18th of May last, and signed by the
eeretary, Major Amsinck.
th'u
,!t Map of the London and York Railway was, however, pub.
ed in the latter part of August last, which, to the surprise of
promoters of the Direct Northern Line, showed an attempt to
; liProprikta upwards of 70 miles from London of the published line
-nbltd-Direct Northern Railway.
Still the project of the Landon and York Railway Company falls
tell far short of a direct line from London to the north, as will be
'cers from the following data :
Teroca London to York the distance by the present lines of rail-
waY is 219 miles ; by the proposed London and •York line, stated
'" be 200 miles; by the proposed Direct Northern Railway, 180
Nies.
„,Nring the progress of this undertaking, a very large prortand
ion
,the landowners on the line have been communicated with,
*,oSUlted in reference to it, and the full concurrence of that im-
"tent interest is, with very few exceptions, confidently relied on.
b.,PUblie attention having been lately drawn to the atmospheric
Irciple, the Committee wish to observe that they are in a con-
on to take advantage of that principle, should it eventually be
flown to be for the benefit of the undertaking.
_She sections of the country through which the line passes from
Mndan to York can be seen at the offices of the Company, 64,
oorgate.street. Every explanation, also, will be afforded with
Petard to the traffic and other matters.
_lll`e Parliamentary plans, &c., are in course of preparatiOn, and
,
ZPlication will be made for an Act of Incorporation in the ensuing
ton of Parliament.
The deposit of 5 per cent., or el. 10s. per share, is necessary to
meet the requirement of the Parliamentary standing orders, but the
vrcli Minary expenses will in no event exceed I Os. per share.
Interest at the rate of 4/. per cent. per annum will be allowed on
511,l cans made after the passing of the Act till the opening of the
lelvray.

'rhe subscribers' agreement and Parliamentary contract will be
tidy for signature on the payment of the deposit.
large proportion of the shares having been already applied for,
sPplicatien for shares can be received after the Sth of October
tally to which period they may be addre,sed to the Secretary, at
pro:leell Of the Company, 64, Moorgate-street. London, where
tojeetuges and plans may be obtained ; or to Messrs. John Rail-
th,,444 Son, and Messrs. Cardwell and Sons, sharebrokers, Man-
ter; Thomas Kell, Esq., sharebroker, Birmingham ; Messrs.
I(lrt% and Wright, sharebrokers, Sheffield ; Messrs. Edward
co"g and Co., sharebrokers, Leeds ; Messrs. Henry Davies and
Olarebrokers Liverpool; Robert Allan, Esq., sharebroker,
s7l4nburgh Messrs. M'Ewen and Auld, or J. Watson, Esq.,
Abeatrebd:lll.ers, Glasgow; or to William Gordon, Esq., sharebroker,

Ad c
ie income, cal the a,
• -
se 'agedtd on the actualculated returns,on which are pusual Printed, B
and maydata be
en at
11. the office :
/ ra"eogers
Parcels 49,565 0 0
Merchandise
Conveyance of live stock ... ... 50,715 0 0
bitto of private carriages, horses, and dogs 24,578 0 0
Mineral and agricultural produce

bed
et for maintenance ofthe line and working
"uses 40 per cent.

632,666 0 0

253,066 0 0

411, 379,600 0 0
• 40out 9iper cent. on the capital of 4,000,000/.

Form of Application fur Shares.
Toth Committee of the Direct Northern Railway.
tw."tiernen,-1 request that you will allot to me shares of
Ith :,..,ach in the proposed " Direct Northern Railway," and I
D-.7E9 to pay the deposit and sign the necessary deeds.
ken this day of 1844.

Name

Residence
Trade or Profession

ASILVER TEA SERVICES.
B. SAV ORY and SONS, Manufacturing
untia• Silversmiihs, 14 Cornhill, Lo
odm, opposite the Bank of
“Ip.'ld. submit the prices of the following SILVER TEA and
I.l,LbelifX SERVICES. The Cottage Pattern is I.lain, standing on
, et, the Tea and Coffee Pot with a
with
ornament on the dds.
44111),„Ins Pattern is richly embossed with flowers and scrolls. The
-r caner is neW and elegant.
C King's Pattern 1,'0n,, ~; ottage Pa' tern.
hltio% liver TCI Pet £l2 0 0 Strong Silver Tea Pot.. £l2 0 0
"thtto L'.ll?ar Basin
'''itt- Co;1 Ewer 4 10 0 Ditto Cream Ewer
...... .. 5 10 0
- ‘.ffee Pot
e- -- --

oc ,
yet vt. MPletz VS 601 Complet. 4O 0 0
the j!tY of upwards of Fifty Tea and Coffee Services may be seen
liiii.'"o,..rooms, where may b selected every article of Silver
a, ‘f for the sideboard oat ches!.
;tlitiePolets of Prices, illustrated with sketches of the various
'l,lgdo?nteratis, and forwarded, postage free, to any par of the
knahlt.l3.d.tvory and Sons, 14, Cornhlll, London, opposite the Bank of

1111„E DONCASTER CUP.
we cannot do wrong if we try to get up
An advertisement touching " , I-c Doncaster Cup."
Whorl we think of this " Cup," and the bustle it makes,
~....-&-rt the horses, the jock es, the course, an 1 the stakes—
,,when we think of the ••ff.,rts to gain the rich prize,
Many pleasing reflections are sure to arise.
The scene of a race-course has ever dis, lay'd
A likeness which bears on the " circle" of trade.
ton't smile, gentle reader, don't smile! fir we trust
we can show you th t such a comparison's just,
And you'll all of you own, ere the verses are done,
'r was a capital " hit" of F. MOSES and SON.
As trade is a race-course, each tradesman, of " course,"
Can only be view'd in the light of a horse,
. 4:10d the .< Cup" to which all the " swift animals press
r Public approval—orrather " success."
OW the two fleetest " horses" that ever have run
lire the public's own fay.' it es, E. MOSES and SON.
'l/41,1e " cup of succces" hasbeen gaiii'd by these men
, itli glorious triumph again and again.
'"hey, for years, have dispiay'd, in the "
.race-course of trade,"
Exertions which no other tradesmen have made.
144 4‘nd note in the " circles" of commerce have won,
est 41, ,„neh &orlon., prizes as MOSE, an I SO g.
lot,
,',.nr the cenvenienct of parties residing from town, en appli.
' ',regions for self.measurement will be forwarded post free.
IN •
14, tit,. , READY kl ADE.
t..ivate's Cents in every variety ... ... front I 10 I
Qgrtvil VI ditto, seven pockets... ...... .
ty eglionts.„
a-7114144% with silk facings, cellars, and cuffs
g,". Ira,„ erte coats in every shape, hanchemely trimmed .....
`"rrirae",..t_nte stock of Blouses 0 3 6
e:lltne'r;"ta
titt';', astir and Persian ditto, in every variety .3s. to 8 6
V clethd.ta•••••••••••• ........... .....
0 4 6
tr9terltt.
A e 'flitted
I), reA, die
Pi.tss copietY of summer ditto
I.:ck tih t'
edgwr 1 II I
0. ditt03...... 1 4 0
....... ....... " ......
qtrting Co MADE TO MEASURE.
11,4,ite._
_ate In the most approved style
.II setto d' 1 3 0
eiii, c.o._ , itte, seven pockets
Cs,"Ner wi trimmed with silk II 16 II
kir '' fine Saxony 1 3 0
Pt arette •
VI t • i ew an improved article, warranted water.
tlthi• tirrirried with 1 18 0
il g ,e.... silk, foliar, culls, &c....
'btaj'ele ''' 75. each, or three ter
mill ,
adests, in choice patterns
0 9 0
11.. ea Nal apted for the season
to enarella and plain doe
tteltu heritNeialerYk . West of England
1 3 IP
as .......
blit'l Coat
'rock ditt .. ............... .
tt Coa°t,
..... roanuraCtUe,l .............................. .."
2 15 0
itou?StiuNe'i: .... •.
•nrkt .. ared 8 3 0
Ate,, —"Y extent can he had at Ave minutes' notice, at the
kw ate,
.., following prices : ••••••
IS. d• —,...res,
iit 140. i,
.._ coat, vest, and trousers, from 1 16 I
it ~I'?ltux""et, vest, and trousers . from 0 ld 0
4,sian,l•,--- Any article purchased or ordered, if not approved
Nv.7ft„es..... or the money returned.
ii /), .u•-• MOSES and SON, Tailor!, Wholesale and Retail
e. . 44dg01-b, Otrifittc.rs and General Ware!' ousonen 154 Mi.
Itsrt.., • Aldgate Ciy' ep •osite the Church. ' '
41,7:4 t 7'*----E. Moses ' 1'
h inpt..„__and Son are obliged te guard th 'public
:at att°,l_ of .on, having learned that the untradesmanlike
,Lnii!i 7 reaorte',"d'6Snliarteeted with them, or It's tte same mincern,
,ld thclave no n many instances, and for obvious
.reasons.
m st,„_ e who
.Connexion whatever with any other establishment,
°Pk"'ln desire genuine Cheap Clothing shotdd (to -prevent
~11,e.t11eTht,4,..e) call or send to, 154, Mmones, or 86, Aldgate,
,rids. No bus. 'n•
0 ri,. till mess transacted t this Establishment from sunset on
1-oc, "unser on Saturday,awhen business is resumed till twelve
. _ , Cashiers:wanted. No premium required,