The Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1854-06-13 00:00:00

LIVERPOOL TOWN COUNCIL.

THE monthly meeting of the Council was held on Wed-
nesday last, J. B. Lloyd, Esq., Mayor, presiding.
Mr. Moss endeavoured to obtain an expression of the
Council's opinion in reference to the stoppage of the
parish clocks by the parochial authorities; but the subject
was declared to be irregular, and the minutes of the pre-
vious meeting were read.
The proceedings of the Finance Committee comprised
several recommendations, among which was one to pur-
chase freehold property in Hood-street, Marble-street,
and Charles-street, for the sum of £4,520.—1n reference
to this purchase, Mr. HORNBY said the corporation were
much indebted to Mr. Alderman Bennett, who had pur-
chased the property which was in the line of proposed
improvements, and had re-sold it to the corporation for
the same amount which he had given. This sum was
acknowledged to be a low one ; and Mr. Bennett could, in
fact, have obtained a considerable advance upon his pur-
chase the day he made it. The general proceedings of
the committee were confirmed, on the proposition of Mr.
Hornby, seconded by Mr. Alderman Cooper.
The proceedings of the Watch, Lighfing, Fire-police,
and Fire-prevention Committee comprised recommenda-
tions to allow various sums, during the pleasure of the
Council, as compensation and allowance to police-con-
stables disabled by severe bodily injury received by them
in the performance of their duty, and worn out by length'
of service.—The payments to be made under a prosge)
in the Municipal Corporation Act, which empowered
treasurer to pay such sums, awarded by ouncil. to
any person belonging to the constabulary force, as an
allowance for bodily injury
cases where the officer may beet'!"
corn out by length of
received in his duties, or ill
service, &c. After some obje
Mr. Bigham, the proceedings werei°ic°' had been urged by
91finimed.the
proceed.
Oa a proposition king 111QTe" _ Cfirin

'lugs of the Dock Committee, a question was put as tcr
whether it was true that, within the last three weeks,
,and on the same day, the committee had accepted two.
'tendersfor the loan of money, the one to bear interest at
the rate of 4f per cent, and the other at the rate of five
per cent.—Mr. C. TURNER explained that, while these
were advertising 41 per cent., they did, about the same
time, receive two tenders of loans, one being offered at
the advertised rate of 41 per cent., and the other at five
per cent. They, of course, took the 41, and as at that
particular time a large payment was coming round, and
other loans• were terminating, it was deemed advisable
to give the five per cent. Bat the committee had, on nu.
occasion, agreed to pay five per cent. to one person, and,
refused it to another. Some conversation ensued, in.
which the come referred to was condemned, after which-
the 'proceedings were confirmed.
The proceedings of the Courts of Law and St. George's:
Hall. Committee comprised a recommendation that this-
acouippoinmited a special ttee, with nine' other members mfeomrbemarskinof
gthearranCounegemile,nbt:
s
for the opening' of St. George's Hall by the Council ; and
Mr.. STEWART, in moving the adoption of the report, pro-
posed that the following gentlemen should be added to
the • committee :—The Mayor and Sir John Bent, with
Messrs. R. Gladstone, T. Littledale, C. Turner, G. Holt„
Fernihough, Tobin, and Bigham.—Carried unanimously..
The Mai/lets Committee recommended the Council to
increase the salaries of John Radcliffe'and Thos. S.' Tyrerr
collectors at St. John's Market, from £9O to £llO per
annum each ; Robert T3-rer, collector at the Fish Market.-
from £7B to £9O per annum, and William Appleton,
Collectorat Pownall-square Market, from 30s. to 335. per
week. The recommendations were confirmed, on the
proposition of Mr. Alderman COOPER.
The Education, Gaol, and Town-hall Establishment
Committees' reports were read and confirmed.
The proceedings of the Health Committee comprised
a recommendation to increase the salary of Mr. James
Lothean Ascroft, in the Borough Engineer's department,.
from £l2O to £l5O per annum, and the salary of Mr. James
Wilson, in the same department, from £52 to £7O per
annum.—On the suggestion of Mr. Mumma, the recom-
mendations as to the increase of salary were adjourned for—
a month, to give the members of the Council an opportu-
nity of making themselves acquainted with the return of
the corporation officials, with their duties, and the salaries
they received. With these exceptions, the report, on the
proposition of Mr. Alderman LINGSDA.LE, was adopted.
The proceedings of the Gardens' Committee were con-
firmed, as were also those of the Church Expenditure -
Committee.
Mr. Alderman BENNETT complained, on the reading or
the Water Committee's report, that all information as to
the progress of the Rivington Waterworks was carefully
withheld; and that every member of the Council was thus
made party to a responsibility which he might some day
regret, if it was found that the water was either deficient
in quantity or defective in quality. He called on the
committee to tell the Council everything they had to
reveal. If there was anything wrong the Council ought
to know it. —Mr. JAMES HOLME, as a member of the
Water Committee, said they had nothing to conceal.
They had unfortunately let their contract to the lowest
tender. If it had been placed in other hands it would-
have been finished by now. (Hear, hear.) The works
generally were progressing with all the speed that, under-
the circumstances, he could desire; and he was satisfied
that they were being well executed ; that the water was
good ; and that, when the works were finished, Liverpool
would be the best supplied town in the world.—Mr. Gon-
FREY It is at present, without the Pike.—Mr. BIGRA3E
expressed great dissatisfaction with the cavalier manner
in which the corporation were treated by Mr. Hawksley.
He said he believed that ultimately the works would bee
excellent ones.—After an explanation, in reply, from Mr..
HOLT, the proceedings were confirmed.
In moving the confirmation of the Library and Museum
Committee's proceedings, Mr. PICTON directedattentiom
to the model of ancient Liverpool, which Mr. Harding,
who had made it, had offered to place at the disposal of
the Council for £lOO. —Mr. Hopson moved, and Mr.,
Alderman GARDNER seconded, a proposition to the effect
that the model be purchased.—After some discussion, the
resolution was put to the vote, and carried by a majority
of 21 to 6, the members who voted against it being
Messrs. Bighorn, Bradley, Hornby, Wagstaff, W. P.
Jeffreys, and Fleming.
The Library and Museum Committee's report had also
reference to a proposal for establishing a central board in.
Liverpool, to aid the schools in the town and neighbour-
hood in availing themselves of the assistance offered by
the Government Board of Science and Art, in obtaining
competent masters to give such instructions as may tend.
to the improvement of art and design in connexion with
our manufactures, not only in drawing, but in modelling,
and other branches. It was thought that the machinery
might be applied to the Collegiate, Mechanics, and other
schools which desired to avail themselves of the aid ; it is
sought to extend the benefits to them. For this purpose
it was necessary that a general Board of Management
should be formed in the town ' • and on the suggestion of
Captain Owen, it was deemed advisable that the Council
should form themselves into such a board. Mr. PICTON,
in explaining the matter, said, on receiving applications'
from any particular school, the Local Board would com-
municate with the Board in London, who would send
down a competent master. Such schools as the Collegiate
and the Mechanics' Institution would have to make some
contribution for the advantages, to enable them to be en-
tended to the poorer schools in the town. A resolutiom
appointing the Council the Local Board, and giving power
to the Library and Museum Committee to act on their
behalf, but to report to the Council from time to time,
was then adopted, and the proceedings were confirmed.
The proceedings of the Hackney Car and Licensing-
Committee, and of the Baths Committee, were confirmed.
A voluminous return of all the officials of the corpora-
tion, showing their duties and the salaries they have
received during the last ten years, with the amount of the
recent increases, was presented, in pursuance of a motion.
by Mr. Bigham; on whose proposition its consideration
was adjourned until the next Council-meeting, before
when it was ordered to be printed and circulated amongst
the members of the Council.

The Coroner's account of disbursements for the month,.
amounting to £4B Bs. 6d., was passed. The account di&
not include the Coroner's fee, which in each case amounted
to £1 6s. Bd., as fixed by act of parliament.
The Mayor's communications, comprising several ap-
plications for increase of salaries, and an application from
Mr. Rose to be released from that part of the contract
relating to the removal of the street sweepings, were
referred.—The following was also among the Mayor's
communications :
THE WORSHIPFUL THE MAYOR AND THE TOWN COUNCIL

OF LIVERPOOL.
We, the undersigned clergy of the town and neighbour-
hood of Liverpool, feeling the want of due provision for
the teaching of Elementary Drawing in the schools under
our care, and having heard that the Government Depart-
ment of Science and Art proposes to communicate with
Liverpool through the Town Council, beg respectfully to
lay our wishes before you.
The services of an efficient master are required for the
CisoaillesgoiathteoulgnlsittitdueAiornabfloertliniatasctelasms,esnsihisoturellebse heldpupil-teachers. We think it important that the
teaching of drawing in the Elementary Schools themselves.
d
ainndthiet
Master
should be a member of the Church of England ; and we:
are prepared to guarantee to him, if well qualified for his
duties, a salary of 1.70 a year,. to find him full employ-
ment, and to fulfil all the printed instructions of the
department.
Hugh M`Neile, D.D. Hen. Hampton, M.A.,
J. Jones, M.A., Rural Dean J. Herbert Jones, M.A.,
Josiah B. Lowe, A. 8., Joseph Baylee, D.D.,
Henry Marlen, D. I. Hirsch, k.,
Thomas C. Cowan, 8.A., A. Hume, D.C.L.,
Wm. Pollock, M.A., T. Bowman, A.B.
June, 6, 1854.
The document was referred.
Mr. Alderman BENNETT brought forward the tbilowlng;
motion, of which he had previously given notice :—" That,
as the report of the committee, appointed by the inhabit-
ants in public meeting, has been printed, and a copy
sent to each member of the Council, a sum, not exceeding
£lOO, be placed at the disposal of such committee for
defraying the expenses incurred in preparing and printing
the report." He spoke highly of the manner in which-
the document had been published, the whole expense of
which had as yet been borne by Mr. Earle. The commit-
tee, however, could not allow him to be out of pocket for
an object which it was peculiarly the duty of the Council
to undertake. —Mr. R. GLADSTONE seconded the proposi-
tion.—Mr. Alderman PARKER objected to the principle
that the Council should be called on to support the pro-
ceedings of any committee appointed outside of its ONVI2
body.—After some discussion, the proposition was carried'
nem. dis., it-being understood that the publication of the
report did not commit the Council to its recommendation-
-The report was referred to the Improvement Committee
of the Council.
This concluded the business, and the Council rose a&
three o'clock.

australia.

THE "FOX" LINE OF PACKETS. ESTABLISHED 1828.
Goes info the River This Day, and has room for
a few Passengers.
I ,4tEN, For MELBOURNE, direct,
The splendid new Clipper Ship
QUEEN OF THE SEAS,
CHARLES GARDNEK, Commander,
(Well known in the Australian trade;)
A I at Lloyd's ; 1,337 tons per register ; coppered and copper-
fastened; and one of the fastest clippeis afloat.—Apply to
HENRY FOX, 2, King-street.

To follow the above, with quick despatch.
For MELBOURNE, 'Erect,
The magnificent first-class Ship
'Ai' if DELGANY,
THOMAS HAYES, Commander,
-
(Who has had great experience in the passengertrade;)
A 1 at Lloyd's ; coppered and copper-fastened. This ship is
a regular trader to Australia, and has splendid accommoda-
tion for a few passengers.—For freight or passage apply to
HENRY FOX, 2, King-street.
::To follow the above,
The first class Ship DIGBY, a regular trader.

kwERPOOL" LINE OF AUSTRALIAN PACKETS.
Now LOADING IN PRINCE'S DOCK.
To sail about 20th instant.
For MELBOURNE, Direct,
09: The splendid A 1 Clipper Ship
A:IW 1.11!" PWENIX,
W. MOPPETT Commander
906 tons register; 1,500 tons burthen. This fine ship will
kind Passengers and Luggage on the Wharf, free of extra
charge, and will take a limited quantity of freight.—Apply to
the Owners, Messrs. P. MAGEE and JAs. LEVINOSTON,
Queen's-buildings, New Quay, or to
JAMES M. WALTHEW, 46. Chapel•street, Liverpool.

'` TEMPERANCE" LINE OF PACKETS FROM

LIVERPOOL TO AUSTRALIA.
Sails under a neutral flag, and carries a full
Band and a splendid Library.
t.
- For MELBOURNE,
The American Clipper-built Frigate
ORACLE;
A 1 ;'2,000 tons; is the most magnificent vessel ever built.
She is now loading in the Victoria Dock, Liverpool, and all
intending emigrants are invited to inspect the arrangements,
which have given the greatest satisfaction to .passengers
from London, and are unsurpassed by any other line. She
will sail on the 17th June. The dietary, &c., as heretofore, is
sumptuous. There are a few berths disengaged. Rates from
4'20 to 50 guineas.—For particulars of freight or passage
apply to

GRIFFITHS, NEWCOMBE, and CO.,
27, Rood-lane, London, or 13, James-street, Liverpool.

"EAGLE" LINE OF PACKETS FOR AUSTRALIA

To the consignment Of BRIGHT BROTHERS, and CO., Mel•
bourne, who provide Steamers and Lighters for Landing
their Passengers, Luggage, and Cargo, immediately on tbe
Vessel's arrival in Hobson's Bay.
Will sail on the 28th instant.
For MELBOURNE, PORT PHILIP,
Forwarding Passengers to SYDNEY & ADELAIDE,
/ AC' The splendid Clipper Ship
BEE,
Captain RAISBECK;
2,000 tons burthen. Now loading in Sandon Dock. Has
first-rate Passenger Accommodation.—Apply to
GIBBS, BRIGHT, and CO., Liverpool.

" BLACK STAR" LINE of AUSTRALIAN PACKETS.
Landing Passengers and their Luggage free of charge.
First Ship.
For MELBOURNE,
*OB The fine new Clipper Ship
*4O. FLORA TEMPLE,
1,769 tons register, 3,000 tons bnrthen,
J. Pica Err, Commander.
This beautiful vessel has accommodation :far passengers
that cannot be surpassed by any ship afloat.—Apply to
HENRY THOMAS and CO., 44, Dale street, Liverpool.
A SURGEON WANTED.

LOADING IN SALTHOUSE DOCK.
THISTLE" LINE OF PACKETS FOR AUSTRALIA.
For MELBOURNE, PORT PHILIP,
The very superior A I at Lloyd's first-class
'0 gb4 Frigate-built Ship
gli;re JOHN KNOX,
P. KILLEA, Commander ;
1,194 tons register; 2,000 tons burthen. This splendid ship
sails fast; is coppered and copper-fastened; the between
decks are very lofty, nine feet high, and the accommodation
not to be surpassed. All the bertas are in enclosed rooms,
and each family can have a separate room, if agreed for.
Her commander is a gentleman who has had great experience
in the trade; and she will carry an experienced surgeon.—For
freight or passage arply to the Owner.
DUNCAN GIBB, 31, Strand-street, Liverpool,
To be succeeded by the splendid new Clipper Ship
JAMES WHEN EY, to sail earl
SURGEOy in July.
WANTED, Two experienced NS.

LIVERPOOL
*
"GOLDEN" LINE
44 OF
•-% PACKETS TO AUSTRALIA

For MELBOURNE, SYDNEY, and ADELAIDE,
Landing Passengers and Baggage on the Wharf, free of charge.
Snip. Tons it eg. Commander. To sail
MINDORO
HERALD OF THE}
MORNING
SOUTH CAROLINA .. 1700 .. LESK To follow.
GOLDEN FLEECE .... 1800 .. (New Ship) To follow.
GUIDING STAR
BRIDE OF THE SEA 1350 .. IL ELDER To follow.
-MILES BARTON 1034 W. KELLY To follow.
MORNING STAR 1333 .. E. J. ALLEN ...To fol'ow.
The above are all first-class Clipper Vessels, regular
traders, and are commanded by men of experience and ability.
.who will do all in their power to promote the comfort of pas-
sengers. Each ship carries an experienced Surgeon.—For
passage, &c., apply to
MILLERS and THOMPSON, 4, Drury-lane,
Water-street, Liverpool.

s' WHITE STAR" LINE OF AUSTRALIAN PACKETS.
For MELBOURNE,
•40i0 Landing Passengers and their Luggage at the
\ Whsrf, Free of Charge.
~....54,4, Passengers for SYDNEY. GEELONO. and ADE-
-. - L ... LA I DE, will be forwarded from Melbourne at
the expense of the ship.
Ships. Captains. Tons. To sail.
EMMA (new ship) UNDEnwoon.2ooo.. 30th June.
NEW SHIP HALLORAN .. 2000.. 30th July.
GOLDEN ERA (new ship) PEAT MOO.. To follow.
RED JACKET (new clipper).. REED 4300..
WHITE STAR (new clipper).. BROWN 4000..
MERMAID (new clipper) .... DEVEY 2500..
BLUE JACKET (new clipper) .DUCKETT 4000..

Packet of the 30th June.
The new Clipper-ship EMMA,
SAMUEL UNDERWOOD, Commander;
Lioo tons register, 2,000 tons burthen.
Has just completed her first voyage from the United States,
and proved herself to be a fast and comfortable Ship. She is
modelled upon the same lines and by Vie builder of the cele-
brated Ship REFUGEE. Noted for having made the fastest
posage on record—namely, 23 days from New ()deans to
Liverpool—it is fully expected that, with the additional
length. the EMMA will prove to be a faster Ship. She is now
being fitted up in the most complete and commodious style,
the ventilation will be found on inspection of a most perfect
character, and the Owners have every confidence in placing
this Vessel on the Berth as one worthy the attention of in-
tending Emigrants.—Apply to the Owners,
PILKIINGTON and WILSON, Liverpool.

" BLACK BALL" LINE OF AUSTRALIAN PACKETS,

This Line since its establishment has conveyed more Passen-
gers to Australia than any other in the Kingdom, and their
Ships have made the quickest Voyages on record; namely,
MARCO POLO,
Including detention abroad, First Voyage, 5 Months 21 Days.
Ditto, Second Ditto, 6 Months.
Ditto, Third Ditto, 6 Months 4 Days.
INDIAN QUEEN,
Including detention abroad, First Voyage, 6 Months 10 Days.

Being the only regularly-established Line of
Clippers sailing between
e,‘ LIVERPOOL and MELBOURNE,
~..* ~ N„
ydsg,4, Forwarding Passengers to ADELAIDE, SYDNEY,
v---„, . GEELONG, and LAUNCESTON, at Ship's Expense.
Carries a full Band of Music, as well as Chess, Backgammon,
H
and Draft Boards, for the amusement of e passengers.
All Passengers and Luggage landed on the Wharf.
These Ships are all constructed by the First Builders of the
Day, including M'KAY, of Boston, and HALL, of Aberdeen.
Ship. Reg. Bur. Capt. Date.
OLIVER LANG. new 1275.. 2500.. MANNING.. June 20
STAR OF THE EAST 1219.. 2000..RonmrsoN.June 30
CLASMERDEN 1768.. 3000.. BENNETT .To follow
MARC() POLO 1625.. 3000..111'130Ni...7Eu.
CONSTANCE ' 1109.. 2000.. Mt LLwAnD.
CHAMPION oF Tn E SEAS
new
/ 2280.. 3500.. NEWLANDS
JAMES BAINES, new ... .200.. 4000.. GARDNER..
INDIAN QUEEN 1040.. 2000.. MILLS ....
ELIZ. HUBRIS:KC, new 1404.. 2600.. JACKSON ..
'BONNIE JEAN, newAber- ) 2000.. 3000.. „„„
ill LARTHY.
deen Clipper
SCHOM BERG, new 2300. 3500.. DAGO' D.. ..
SALDANHA 1565.. 3000.. FINLAY ....
LIGHTNING. new 2000.. 3500.. FORBES ....
OCEAN CHIEF 1220. 2000.. Toasts —