The Sun.
London, England, 1826-01-27 00:00:00

ST. SAVIOUR'S CIIURCII.

Yesterday a numerous meeting of the inhabi-
tants of St. Saviour'S parish was held in vestry meeting, con-
vened on some business respecting fees ; but there was an un-
usually respectable meeting, for the purpose, as wavinderstood,
of rescinding dresolution passed at the last vestry, to favour of
the demolition of the nave ankothe i., 'ons orArte ancient
edifice. Oil iheNinhintes of the procic Ts
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3lr. T. SAUNDERS rose and moved, that those parts which
respected the pulling down and rebuilding the ancient struc-
ture should be rescinded. He stated that since the last vestry
meeting was held, he was happy to find that, a considerable
change had taken . place on this subject, which was so im-
portant for the credit of the parish, and so interesting to all
persons of taste and the public at large.
_Not only, had the pub-
lie discussion which had arisen created a considerable change of
feeling in favour of the ancient edifice, hut the sight of the
choir in its state of beautiful restoration, as it was first thrown
open to public inspectiOn on Sunday last, had wrought con-
viction in the minds of many who might not have been ex-
pected to appreciate its merits. On Sunday, a number of the
Council of the Antiquarian Society, and other individuals of
high rank and acquirements, had visited the church, for the
purpose of inspecting it, and they all concurred in expressing
their ad.ydriition at the manner in which one portion of it had
been restored, and of concern at the danger with which the re-
mainder was menaced. The edificemas unanimously agreed
to be the finest specimen in the metropolis, or the whole king-
dom, of the English pointed style of architecture of the I lth
and 12th centuries. The restoration of this edifice in the
splendid simplicity of the ancient style, would redound. to the
credit of the parish with the whole metropolis. They would
thereby preserve its most distinguished ornaments, and it would
be the highest pride of their children hereafter. He then ad-
verted to the Monuments which were contained in their church,
of their sacred character, and of the value of such a grand piece
of architecture, at the present time, when there was no skill to
exceed it. He then read a report, which bad been made by
Mr. Gwilt, the architect, and Mr. llyanson, the surveyor, suit-
ing that, at the request of the Committee for church repairs, they
had examined the foundations of the ancient edifice. 11Ir. Gwitt
was decidedly of opinion that the old foundations would last for
centuries to come, and chat they would last even longer than
any foundations which would probably be made for the con-
struction of any proposed pew edifice. In this opinion Mr.
Hyanson concurred. Mr. Saunders concluded by stating that
he was most anxious the Committee should come to such a re-
solution as would give a pledge to the public that the ancient
structure should not be torn down, as the former resolution con-
templated.
111 r. So UTII seconded the motion.
_ _

Mr. Mama wished to know from Mr. Gwilt, the architect,
what would be the probable expence of restoring the nave, and
what number of persons the new seats would accommodate ?
Mr. Givi LT replied, that the expence of restoration would
probably be one-third less than the expence of re-building.—
( Hear, hear !)—The number which the restored church would
accommodate wan 1,000, or about double the number who now
attended divine service.

Mr. llAunts advised the pariah to rest upon their oars for
the present, and see what course would be ad opted by the Cor-
poration, with respect to the formation of the New London-
bridge. lie contended that the parish funds were not in a con-
dition to allow them to proceed with It.
Mr. lion Tim contended that the parish Tunds were ample,
and he pointed out several sources which he said were appli-
cable.

Mr. ELLIS warmly opposed the restoration: he said that by
rebuilding, they might obtain a Rallery and accommodation fur
2000 L persons they might also have a vault, and more warmth
and comfort than in this great edifice, which would always be
cold and, expensive. Notwithstanding what the newspapers
said, he would still say that this was an old, heavy, cumber-
some, ugly, monastic
Mr. LIAR ars moved, es'an amendment, that the considera-
tion of the subject should he adjourned to that day six months.
Mr. BAncLAY, Mr. l'crrra, and a number of the. most
respectable inhabitants, supported the original motion, which
was carried by a largo majority, as was also a resolution in
favour of the strict restoration of the old church. The edifice
is, therefore, safe for the present, if' the friends of the ancient re-
mains are on the alert against surprise or re•action.

MESSRS. WENTWORTH AND CO.'S BANK.

A Meeting or the Creditors of WENTWORTH
and Co. was field on Monday at the Sessions House Wake-
field, " for the purpose of determining whether any and what
measures are necessary to be adopted for protecting the inte-
rests of the militant." Previous to the chair being taken, J.
MA UDE, Esq. of Aloorhouse, came forward and stated, that the
meeting had been called with his concurrence, but that the
gentleman who had called it was unavoidably absent, attending
the funeral of a departed friend. lie further informed the meet-
ing, that he was is petitioning creditor on behalf of the Barnsley
Canal Company's Committee, on which petition a commission
against the partners of the above firm, as bankers at Wake-
field, had been issued, and that a Separate commission against
Mr. Hartley had also issued : that the sole objectiof these pro-
ceedings was to secure to the creditors of the Wakefield Bank,
and the branch at Bradford, that due influence in the choice of
assignees to which the amount of their claims upon the firm so
jastly entitled them ; but from which, under the previous
commission against the York Bank, it was doubted that they
would be shut out. Having stated thus much, and that the
Barnsley Canal Company, whom he represented by power of
attorney, were claimants fur the sum of JAW. and upwards,
and that he (Mr. Maude) was a creditor for 20s. only, he left
it to the meeting to adopt such proceedings, either by appoint-
ing a Committee to correspond with the creditors at 'York
and Bradford, and look out for fit and proper persons to
fill the important situation of assignees, or to agree to the
working of the commission issued on his petition, if, by so
doing, it should appear that any advantage would be gained.
After some desultory conversation, Mr. Maude was ottani-
moutily called to the Chair, when he requested to know if any
gentleman present had come prepared with resolutions which
he should submit to the meeting. A conversation then en-
sued, in which Mr. Hill, Mr. Baines of Leeds, and the Chair-
man, took part. This called up Mr. Faber, of Swinton, Who,
in an animated speech of considerable length, deniedie ne-
cessity of appointing a,committee—ridieuled the objects of the
meeting—declared his willingness, if any plan could he sug-
gested, to enable the partners to manage their own aflairs, to
put himself at the bottom of the list of creditors, and to receive
his claim the last; and finally- eulogized the characters of the
whole of the partners, but more particularly that of Mr. Bish-
worth • and concluded his eloquent address,. which was more an
appedto the feelings than to the judgment of the meeting, by im-
ploring them on behalf of the partners, in the emphatic lauguage,
of Scripture, " have patience with me, and I will Pay thee au.,
—lt was here intimated that Mr. Lee had attended the meet-
ing with a statement from the partners of the concern, which
he would lay before the meeting, presuming that from the na-
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following statement was then read by the Chairman
Dr. s.d.
Lodgments and balances due , 199,018 0 0
Due to the York bank 88,982 16 9
Notes in circulation - 113,407 0 0
Draughts in circulation, including Bradford •
anti York •
Balance in favour of the Bank

312,280 0 0
108,765 3 3

X 821,853 0 0
X. 8. d.
648,204 0 0

• Cr.
Bank debts—good, bad, and dubious
Sundry bills, part with 111.1.4t.:r.nan's, and
part with "ones, Lloyd, an:? Co.
Dills and notes on which advances have been
made, putt on hand, part at Masterman's 03,500 0 0

110,089 0 0

1:021,053 0 0
After some discussion the,theeting separated without passing
any resolution, but evidently under improved feelings, arising
from the communications which had been made to them, and
prepared to wait the event of the regular meeting under the
commission. Several cases and opinions of eminent Counsel
on the Subject of: the appointment of assignees were read, but
as it was understood from Mr. Lee, that the opinions of the
Commissioners were decidedly. in favour that the whole of the
creditors should have a voice in the appointment, it was not
considered imperative on this meeting to take any further steps,
at least for the present.

DEAL BANK.----The arrangements which were
making for the adjustment of the claims on this
bank, by a deed of trust, it is much to be regret.
ted, from the obstinacy of a few discontented
creditors, could not be carried into effect, and
the consequence is, that a commission of bank.
ruptcy has been obliged to be opened ngainst
firm which showed assets to the amount of 30s.
in the pound.—(Kentisk Chronicle.)