The Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1840-06-19 00:00:00

THE DINNER.

At seven in the evening, from seventy to eighty gentlemen
sat down to an excellent dinner in the- assembly room of the
York hotel. The room was tastefully decorated for the occa-
sion, the walls being beautifully decorated with flags and
banners on every side. Three tables were laid out longitudi-
nally, with a cross table at the top for the chairman and his
immediate supporters. These were furnished with abundance
of the substantials and delicacies of the season, of the choicest.
quality, and served in a manner reflecting the highest credit
on the keeper of the inn ; the only regret felt was that
considerable space was left unoccupied, th accommodations
and the provision made being such as would have admitted
a greater number of guests. The enthusiasm of those pre-
sent in the cause of Cambria was not, however, the less, and
we never witnessed a warmer flow of good feeling and
sociability.
Amongst the flags were those of the several Welsh societies,
several of them on rich silk, beautifully painted. The Liver-
pool coat of arms, a large flag, was also conspicuous ; royal
standards, and British ensigns and jacks, were numerous ;
and we noticed several flags emblematical of Scotia, and
showing her . sympathy with her brother mountaineers of
Wales. Atthe bottom of the room were the letters V.R.A.
The Hon. E. M. Lloyd Mostyn, the president of the Eis-
teddfod, ably occupied the chair, and was supported by many
of the gentlemen who attended at: the Amphitheatre, as well
as by others. On the cloth being withdrawn,
The CHAIRMAN gave, " Oes y Byd i'r laith Gyieraeg," or
"May the Welsh language last as long as the world." (Loud
appLause.)
The CHAIRMAN said, that in proposing the next toast, he
should, under ordinary circumstances, have refrained from
remark ; but the diabolical attempt, happily frustrated, re-
cently made on the life of their sovereign, required him to
say a few words. They would many of them remember, that
her Majesty had attended the Eisteddfod at Beaumaris some
years ago, and had then shown her kindness and good will
to the Welsh people. They would also bear in mind that her
Majesty was now in a situation that gave the. country hopes
of an illustrious • succession, in the person of a Prince of
Wales. He should, therefore, propose her Majesty's health,
in a bumper.
The toast was drunk with three times three, and a flourish
of trumpets.
The health of Prince Albert, the unfettered choice of the
Queen, was next given, and drunk with great applause.
Glee.—By the singers.
The CHAIRMAN then gave, " The Queen Dowager and the
rest of the Royal Family." (Much cheering.)
God save the Queen.—On harps.
The health of his Royal Highness the Duke of Sussex, a
patron of the Eisteddfod, was next drunk, with three times
three. Then followed. the Navy and Army, coupled with
the health of Sir Love Parry. (Much cheering.)
Sir L. PARRY returned thanks in an energetic manner.
Now that warfare was at an end, he rejoiced that he belonged
to a society that encouraged the cultivation of the useful arts
of peaceful life. He concluded by proposing the health of
the chairman, who had sprung from a family of great anti-
quity and patriotism in Wales ; a family that had been their
country's benefactors, and in whose footsteps the hon. indi-
vidual to whom lie alluded had ever walked, and whose many
virtues were known to most of those present. He proposed
the health of the Hon. E. L. Mostyn, and thanks to him for
his support of the Eisteddfod, and his bringing it to so happy
an issue. (Loud cheers.)
The Honourable CHAIRMAN, in replying, said, that when
he accepted the office he then held, as president of the Eis-
teddfod, lie did it with a desire to promote to the utmost of
his humble means the good of his fellow-countrymen. As
had been observed, it was his good fortune to hold a consi-
derable stake in the principality ; but he had always acted on
the principle which had been strongly inculcated on him,
" That property has its duties as well as its rights," and had
done his best to. advance the interests of his countrymen.
He felt happy at having been called upon to preside at the
first regular Eisteddfod ever held without Offies dyke, as had
that morning been observed. He wished to forward the
spread of the Welsh language, but he wished also to promote
intercoursd and good feeling. between the two nations, which
such meetings were eminently calculated to promote. (Loud
cheers.)
The CHAIRMAN then proposed " The Bishop and Clergy
of the Diocese," which was drunk with much applause.
The Rev. H. PARRY, of Llanasa, returned thanks in a
neat address.
The health of Dr. Hughes, as a great promoter of the
Eisteddfod was proposed, and drunk with great applause.
Dr. HUGHES, who was most warmly received, expressed
his inability adequately to acknowledge the kindness shown
towards him. What he had done was but secondary •to the
emotions of others, but he had entered into the spirit of the
Eisteddfod, in the assurance that it would promote good
feeling and good felloWship between this country and Cam,
bria. He thought too much praise could not be given to the
gentlemen of the committee, for their great exertions--and
particularly to the Rev. H. Parry and the Rev. J. James.
The former, indeed, was the Encycloptedia to whom they had
to turn on all matters relating to the objects they had in
view. He then passed a deserved encomium on the charac-
ter of the Rev. Mr. James. He then noticed in terms of
gratitude the conduct of the mayor, who had given his at-
tendance that day, and purposed to entertain a large number
of gentlemen who had attended the Eisteddfod to-morrow,
(yesterday.) The society had nothing to fear. They must
look with gratitude back to the past, and take courage for
the future: They also owed much to their worthy pre-
sident, than whom they could not have selected a more
competent individual. He alluded to a faction which had
shewn itself against them ; but as they were now triumphant,
they could afford to pity them. With regard to the amor
pat rice inculcated by such meetings, he would say that he
doubted whether the man who loved not his country could
love his wife, or his children, or any of the human race.
Since the recent establishment of eisteddfods, the average
number of works published had been much on the increase.
Those who had thought that they were nobody now found
out that they were somebody. He then alluded to the great
antiquity of the Welsh language, and said that these meet-
ings would tend to make the Welsh character better known.
Their language was emerging from the obscurity that had
hung around it, and the valuable materials would be avail-
able for the benefit of others and themselves. As an instance
of the early progress of the arts in Wales, he instanced the
fact that innoculation, which was supposed by Lady M.
Montagu to have been derived from Turkey, whereas it was
known in Wales some hundreds of years before. He re-
verted to the kindness of the Mayor, and said that the Town-
Clerk had sent a note in which he stated that he regretted
he `could not accept of their invitation to dine there that day,
in consequence of illness but added that the society had his
best wishes, and should have his best services, and that his
'mother was Welsh, and his wife also. (Cheers.)
Duet by the singers.
The CHAIRMAN then proposed in neat terms the health of
the mayor, and thanks to him for his kindness in attending
the eisteddfod, and in inviting them to an entertainment in
the Town-hall yesterday evening. (Three times three.)
The next toasts were "The Ladies, pratronesses of the
Eisteddfod."
Mr. PRICE, in an eloquent speech, dilated on the happy
effects of such meetings of the bards in bringing into more
intimate and fondly terms the higher and the humbler classes
of the community, Society would by such a union become
like the well,based pyramid.
On the health of the Rev. W. JONES, of Christ Church,
Oxford, being given, that gentleman replied in eloquent
terms. He ped Welsh literature would become better
known, and it could not fail to be better appreciated. The
Germans and others wished to know it. A dignitary at
Rome, Cardinal Mezzofanti, had writen to him for some
Welsh books which he had sent; He had received a letter
from that individual inviting him to Rome and stated that
he (the writer) had discovered that he could converse with
him in his native tongue. The Welsh, indeed, was an origi-
nal language, and full of treasures. (Cheers.)
The Rev. Mr. JAMES read an interesting letter from a
member of the M. S. Society, of a gratifying nature.
The following toasts were afterwards given:—" The
Managing' Committee," " Our Welsh countrymen in
America," and " Archdeacon Williams."
The Rev. Archdeacon WirmAsts replied in a very powerful
address, in which he spoke of the nationality of the Scotch
amongst whom he had been 'residing, and between whom
and the Welsh there existed a mutual feeling of respect on
that mutual ground. The Welsh claimed nobler, higher.,
and older descent than -any class of the peerage,„ and the
pride of country excited generous emulation, and led to the
most beneficial results.
.11e instanced several interesting
traits of the Scottish character in this respect, and concluded
a very eloquent address by trusting that spirit of nationality
which actuated them that day, weuld never desert the sons of
Cambria. (Cheers.)
Amongst the reir4ning toasts were, " Sir John Salisbury"
and " Dr. Philips," both of whom replied. Lord Mostyn 's
health and that of Mr. Hughes followed, with much applanse,
after which the Chairman took his leave, and the company
soon afterwards separated, highly delighted with the enjoy-
ments of the evening.
In the course of the evening, Mr. EDWARD PARRY, of
Chester, recited two impromptu stanzas, which elicited loud
applause, the latter one especially. The first was at the
drinking of the health of the lion. chairman, and was as
follows :—.

Yuma eistedd ein MOSTYN—Coreulyw
Gar Walia thelyn,
. DA gwyddom fod y gwiwddyn
Yn far da—efe yw'r dyn.
The second followed the health of the Mayor of Liverpool :
Maer Tyrus yma, wr tirion—helaeth
Mae'n hwylio danteithion,
0 haelaf hyfrydaf fron,
A borthi hil y Brython.

SECOND DAY.—Xwst ERDAY.
• The enthusiasm of Wednesday was this day considerably
augmented both, as we thought, amongst the bards, harpers
and speakers,—and the public. the latter were, indeed,
gratified by the performances they had heard, and doubtless
carried a favourablereport home to their friends. Theformer
(the actors on the occasion) were, we may assume, inspired
by the warm and kindly reception they had met with limn
the intelligent inhabitants of what the bards have justly cele-
brated, on this cccasion, as " the modern Tyre."'
The house. yesterday was tutieh more numerously attended
thin on Wednesday, and the assemblage of rank, beauty, and
fashion was evidently greater. The boxes presented a beau-
tiful and throng array of ladies, intermixed with their " noble
lords." The pit was filled, and the galleries in some parts
crammed. Indeed, it was all but a bumper house, and the
speeches, singing, and other performances of the day, were
more.varied and more interesting,
The President and CoMmittee and their friends tool( their
places on the.platform soon after eleven (3:clock. Nearly all
the gentlemen who were present on the preyions day were
again at their posts of honour, and there' were many others
which had not before bad an opportunity of attending. The
house Was decorated as before, and had throughout a most
cheerful and animated appearance.
The. Ist prize was for. the best Welsh Poetical Composition
on " Youthful Reminiscences"—A Medal, value 43, and a
Premium of £2.

There were eighteen competitors. The pieces possessed
generally much merit. The medal was awarded to Mr.
Robert Williams, of New Borough, Anglesea. The Premium
was awarded to Stephen Davies, of Dyserth, in Flintshire.
2—For the. best .English Essay, " Showing the necessity
and propriety of.appointing Welshmen to the Bishoprics in
Wales '—A Premium of and a medal of the same value,

given by Mrs: T. B. Horsfali, Liverpool.
There were four competitors, but as it was considered that
none of them came up to the standard laid down by the com-
mittee, no award took place.
3.—For the best English Essay, showing that there is
sufficient talent and piety in the native clergy of the princi-
pality to fill the episcopal bench.—Deferred.
The Rev. Archdeacon WILLIAMS delivered a very eloquent
and argumentative address on subjects arising out of the
establishment of the eisteddfod, and
.the Welsh language as
original, &c., but we regret that our reporter had not an op-
portunity of hearing it. '
The Rev. Mr. JAMES, of Kirkdale, being called upon,
spoke at considerable length, and with great eloquence, in
faveurfof the eisteddfod, but we are unable to supply only an
outline of his address, which was roost enthusiastically re-
ceived. Ile commenced by claiming the indulgence of the
chairman and the meeting, whilst he explained the objects of
the bardic meetings, for the information of those who were
not present to hear the explanations given yesterday. The
eisteddfod had two grand, and, he conceived, important ob-
jects, which were accesnpanied by others of a minor but
•beneficial kind. These objects were the promoting of the
revival of ancient British literature, and the cultivation and
encouragement of modern genius among the sons of Cam-
bria. Under the first head he took a view of those disas-
trous occurrences by which many valuable Welsh manu-
scripts had been for ever lost to mankind. Many were
destroyed in the Tower. of London, by a wretch named
Scolan, 'in . the reign tof Edward 11., which belonged to
the principal chieftains of the Principality then confined
in that place of strength and durance. Many others were
destroyed in later years, through the conflagration of Covent
Garden Theatre, which spread to the house of a bookbinder,
to whom they were sent from Wynnstay for the purpose of
being bound. Many were also similarly destroyed at Havod
in Cardigiganshire, when that noble mansion was, not many
years ago burnt down. But notwithstanding these disaSters,
there were yet in existence immense numbers of manuscripts
of great and undoubted antiquity ; valuable for maxims of
law, precepts of morality, historical notices, and other points
highly interesting to the antiquarian and philosopher. To
bring these to light, and prepare them for the press, so that
they might be rescued from destruction, and made available
for the benefit of the general community, was one of the
principal objects of meetings such. as these. Mr. James
then proceeded to reply to the objections made in the pre-
sent day to the cultivation of the Welsh language, and showed
in a masterly manner that the language of an intelligent peo-
ple could not be changed, under any circumstances, without
compelling that people to descend from the high ground of
civilization on which they were, and to retrogade to bar-
barous life. Thus pushed down from the proud eminence
they had before maintained, they would again be compelled
laboriously to mount the hill, by the cultivation of an alien
language. He showed that whilst a nation employed only
one language, it was the duty of all who had the power to
supply that nation with literary works in that language, for
their instruction and improvement,—to afford them, in tine,
the same information and delight derived by Englishmen who
had an opportunity of perusing works of merit in their own
tongue. He concluded by stating that these meetings called
for the exercise of native talent, and roused genius into action
that would otherwise lie dormant. They thus gave a genial
impulse to the cultivation of arts and sciencies, in connexion
with their own language, which would produce the happiest
results throughout the principality. (Mr. James was heard
with much attention throughout his address, of which this is
but a faint outline, and sat down amidst loud and reiterated
plaudits.)
4.—For the best Set of Variations to the Air called
" Mock Nightingales."—A Medal, value £5, and a Premium
of X 3.
There were two competitors, both of great merit, Miss
Georgiana Wyatt; and Mr. John Hughes, of Wrexham.
The subject had been referred to Mr. Parry, the celebrated
composer, and a letter was read from him, in which he re-
commended, in high terms, Miss Wyatt's production, ad-
mitting, however, the superiority in some parts of the.
variations of Mr. Hughes. The award was, accordingly—sto
Mr. Hughes, the medal—to Miss Wyatt the premium.
5. For the best original Welsh Air, adapted to the style of
singing in the Principality, a medal, value £3, and a premium
of £3. There were twenty-three competitors. The 'prize
was awarded to Mr. Richard Mills, of Llanidloes.
Mr. RICHARD WiLtrams, of King's College, Cambridge,
a young gentleman, addressed the meeting at great length,
and, we must add, with a degree of eloquence, and an exhi-
bition of historical lore and patriotic feeling, equally honour-
able to his head and his heart. He dwelt in a peculiarly happy
'tanner on the necessity of adininistering to the pleasures of
man by refinement in literature and art, without a portion of
which we might return to the condition of uncultivated
savages. He considered that the cultivation of the affections,
through poetry and music, frequently opened the before closed
fountains of the heart, and was often a delightful and inno-
cent relief from the cares of business, or the calamities of
life. Need he tell them of the celebrated Roscoe, who. after
numerous trials, found a solace in the decline of life in litera-
ture which he pursued to the last. Poetry, above all, he
considered ought to be cultivated, as leading to a high and
ennobling degree of feeling, far above the sordid pursuits
of enduring life, whether it:appeared in the stately epic, or in
the ever-varying drama. in bringing their congress of
bards into England, he might remark that that country
had no possible cause to be jealous of them. She
could boast of Shakspeare, her Locke, her Newton, and
a hundred other worthies, and could well afford to al-
low them the emulation they could bring forward. He
alluded in forcible terms to that modern engine of intelli-
gence, the press; the rapidity with which it disseminated
information, and its effect in bringing into closer bonds of
unity, England and Wales. • The desire of the society
was the promotion of mutual good. He reminded the
meeting of several of the noblest sons of Cambria, who
had done honour to their country ; and trusted that the
feelint, of mutual kindness which had that day been
manifested, would continue to increase. He retired amidst.
loud applause. •
Miss Jones was here introduced to the meeting by the
' Rev. Mr. Price, who pronounced an eulogium on the
ties of the harp, and thought it could not be in better hantla.
Miss Jones played an air with great 'precision and effect, and
was much applauded.
GRAND CONTEST FOR THE PRriE HARP AND THE
SILVER HARP.

Probably the most interesting contest of the Eisterldfod
now took place, for the following prize :-
6. To the best Performer an the Triple Harp, (I' Telynor
yoreu ar y Delyn Deir-rtes) the Silver Harp together with
a new Triple Harp, value £2l.—To be called the Gordovig
Royal Harp, (Telyn Cadair Gordofiy.)
7. To the best Performer on the Triple Harp, ( r 'Telynor
yoreu ar v Deign Deir-rlies) the Silver Harp together with
a new Triple Harp, value £2l.—To be called the Gordovig
Royal Harp, (Telyn Cadair Gordofig.)
It was announced that the Committee at tirst intended that
these two prizes should be separately contended for ; but it
was afterwards thought advisable as, from the rules, the sil-
ver harp (the greatest in point of honour)! might possibly fall
to a second-rate performer, excluded by..gaining the other,—
to award both to the same successful candidate.
The players performed-one after the other as under, and
the most intense interest, and we may add delight, was ma-
nifested throughout. Indeed, it was such a treat as can but
rarely be enjoyed by.the lovers. of that elegant inetrument,
or the general admirers of genuine music
First.—Mr. Ellis Roberts, 'originally from Dolgelley, a
young man, and now, we learned, residing here. AMt elsh
air, with variations.. The player exhibited much musical
taste, and great powers of execution. The variety of in o-
nation, and transitions front piano to forte, were beautiful.
He, in fact, had • stitch command of his instrument, that in
his hands it was all but a band of music. He was loudly ap-
plauded.
Second.—Mr. Reece Jones, of Llanrwst. Air--" Pen
Rhaw," an elderly gentleman—
" His fingers strayed the chords along,
'Till all his soul seemed wrapped in song."
He was deservedly much applauded.
. Third.—Mr. Henry Green, of Shrewsbury, a' young man.
Air—"! Sweet Richard." Exceedingly clear, beautifully
varied in intonation, and a peculiar power of throwing out
bursts of lower Dotes like a dream. Very great applause.
Fourth—Mr. Benjamin Rogers, of Liverpool. A bold and
masculine player, and master of the delicacies as well as the
strength of the instrument. Loud applause. •
Fifth—Mr. Richard. Pugh, of Corn-en, who wore a medal
won in a former contest. Good execution and considerable
taste—also applauded.
• Sixth—Mr. John Robinson, of Bangor. Air, " Sweet
Richard." Exceedingly clever, with astonishing powers of
rapid and distinct execution. Greatly cheered.
Seventh—Mr. Robert Edwards, of Llangollen, quite a
youth. Fine sweet flute-like tone, and rapid execution.
Loudly applauded. •
Eighth—Mr. Thos. Griffith, of Monmouthshire. " Sweet
Richard," with variations. Clear and bold—with much in-
tricate and fine execution. Great applause.
Ninth—Mr. Edwd. Jones. Same air. He wore a medal.
Very powerful in bass notes, and rapid and strong in execu-
tion. He made his harp sound like two instruments.
Tenth--Mr. Wm. Jones, of Beamnaris, a blind old gen-
tleman, then essayed his powers and acquitted himself much
to the satisfaction of the audience, who loudly applauded him.
The Rev. Mr. PARRY, one of the secretaries, explained
to the meeting, that the air of " Sweet Richard," which had
been played four times during the contest by as many com-
petitors, was composed by a bard of Carnarvon, on the death
of Richard 11. It had outlived several dynasties. It had
outlived the House of York, the House of Lancaster, the
Tudors, and the Stewarts ; and it was now running parallel
with the Haase of Brunswick, which he hoped would, like
that air, endure as long as the mountain of Snowdon itself.
Htrottxs remarked that the variations to Sweet
Richard were, by Richard Roberts, the celebrated blind harp-
player, who was then present. (Cheers.)
The venerable Mr. Roberts, decorated with a large gold
• harp„ another of silver, and a number of medals, was seated on
the stage, and was greeted by the audience.
The judges having now made a selection of, three of the
best performers for thiS prize, requested them to perform
again singly.
1, Ellis Roberts; 2, Henry Green; 3, John Robinson,—
each played successively beautiful airs, with variations, which.
were received with, if possible, increased applause.
The Rev. Mr. PILICE, announced that the decision of the
judges was in favour of Ellis Roberts. (Loud cheers and
clapping of hands.)
The handsome prize harp, value 20 guineas, was then
brought on the stage. It is a beautiful instrument, highly
finished, and with the Royal Arms, the Liverpool Arms, the
Winne of Wales's Feather, and gilded on the front, on a crim-
son. ground.
The successful candidate, Mr.. E. Roberts, was then in-
vested with the silver harp, by Miss. Williams, the fair sister
of Mr. Williams,. of King's College, whose eloquent address
we before noticed.. He then received the valuable prize
harp.
Sir Lova, Panny remarked that the successful candidate
WI! won the first prize at the last Esteddfod in Liverpool,
had wort the first prize on. the present occasion,—and that he
was, the pupil of Richard Roberts, the celebrated blind harper
of Carnarvon..
The old harper (Mr., Roberts). smiled as in triumph. We
could almost say his eyes glistened with honest delight.
Some verses by the Successful candidate for the extempore
lines in honour of the chairman were then read by the author
with good emphasis, and elicited much applause.
Six harpers, including the elite of those noticed, then came
on front of the stage, Mr. Roberts having as his instrument
the prize harp which he so honourably won. They played
k` Gad save the Queen" in fine style, in which they were
joined by the singers. The company stood during the per-
formance, and after repeated cheers at the close, the highly
gratified assemblage left the house.
The performances and addresses of this day (the last of
the eisteddfod) will, we are assured, be even more interest-
ing than those that have preceded them, and a strong at-
tendance is anticipated.,

THE M tip,l3l. ok will:. BATTLE OF WATERLOO.—We
were last night favoured with a view of this truly national
work by Captain Siborn, which we contemplated with the
greater interest on the anniversary of the great triumph which
it is designed to celebrate. Wc were highly delighted with
the.lucid arid eloquent explanations with which Mr. Thomas
favoured his audience. Owing to the press of other matter
we are precluded from entering into a detailed description of
this magnificent work of art. In our next we shall endeavour
to.do i 4 justice. In the meantime we recommend our readers
to pay, an early visit to the Union Rooms, where, we venture
to say, they will. enjoy a treat which has rarely been, equalled..

THEATRE.ROYAL, LIVERPOOL..

The LAST NIGHT of JACK SHEPPARD.
FOR THE BENEFIT OF MR. YATES,

AND THE LAST NIGHT OF
Mr. YATES,' Mr. and Mrs. KEELEY, and Mr. PAUL
BEDFORD.

jfill IS present FRIDAY, June 19, 1840, the Entertain-
ments will commence with the Local Burletta, founded
on the admired' Papers by " Boz," called
NICHOLAS NICKLEBY' •
Or, DOINGS AT DO-THE-BOYS HALL. . •
Monsieur Mantilini.... Mr. Yates,
As originally performed by him in Loudon.
John Brodie.... Mr. Keeley. Squeersj... Mr. Baker.
Smike.. Mrs. Tellet. Mrs. Squeers. Airs. Clarke.
After which, a Selection from Mr. Yates' delebrated Enter-
tainment, called
YATES AT HOME ; OR, TEN MINIVES' TABLE TALK,
Consisting of Anecdotes and Imitations.
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- - -
To conclude with, for the last time, the New Romantic and
Historical Drama, called
JACK SHEPPARD.
Abram Mendez Mr. Yates.
Jack Sheppard
Joe Blueskin Mr. Paul Bedford.
As originally performed by them in London.

Mr. POWER, of the Theatres-Royal, Covent-garden,
D:ury -lane, and Haymarket, will commence an engagement
of TEN NIGHTS, on MONDAY next, June 22nd; on which
E lening Mr. GILBERT and Miss BALLIN, .Principal
D %ncers of the Theatres-Royal, Covent-garden and Drury-
la ae, whO are engaged for a FORTNIGHT, assisted by their
Pupils, Master and Miss MARSHALL, and Miss TAY-
L DR, of the same Theatres, will also appear. •
On MONDAY next, June 22nd, the Entertainments will
ccentnence with the petit Comedy of the YOUNG WIDOW.
A fter which will be produced, for the first time here, a new
D rama, in two acts, called HIS LAST LEGS. 'Calla-
gl an (his original character), Mr. Power.—To which will be
added the Farce of THE OMNIBUS. Pat Rooney, Mr.
Power.—To conclude with a Grand Ballet, called LA.
S YLPHIDE. Principal characters by Mr. Gilbert, Miss
B tllin, Mr. and Miss Marshall, and Miss Taylor.

MECHANICS' INSTITUTION.
TIHE EXHIBITION of Paintings, Works of Art,
Models, Manufactures, Antiquities, Natural History,
ac., will be Opened to the Public Tins DAY, (Friday) the
19th instant.
The houis of Admission are from 9, a.m., to 10, p.m.
Single Admission, from 9, a.m., to 4, p.m., ONE SHIL-
LING ; and from 4 to 10 p.m., SIXPENCE; for Children under
14, SIXPENCE at all hours.
Season Tickets, (not transferable,) price 2s. 6d., may now
be obtained at the institution, or at the Newspaper Offices.
W. B. HODGSON, Secretary.