The Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1838-07-24 00:00:00

MARSHAL SOULT IN MANCHESTER

(From the Manchester Courier.)
Information was received on Wednesday, that it was the
intention of Marshal Soult, Duke of Dalmatia, to visit this
town before he proceeded to Liverpool,, and such arrange-
ments were accordingly made for his reception as the short
time would permit of. The precise time for his arrival here
was announced to be yesterday, at two o'clock, and the news
was quickly circulated amongst the inhabitants. By the hour
appointed, a vast concourse of people, anxious to obtain a
sight of the distinguished warrior, assembled in the vicinity
of the railway station, in Water-Street; but although many
obtained access to the line, through the active exertions of
the police the mass was confined to the carriage drive. Them,
railway company had engaged to convey the Marshal fro
London to Manchester in ten hours by an express train. He
left London a few minutes after four yesterday morning, and
arrived at the station, in Water-street, at half after two at
noon. The train consisted of two first class carriages, and
the Marshal's private carriage, drawn by the " Sten tor" en-
gine. The marshal was accompanied by his son the Marquis
of Dalmatia, the Dukejof Vicenza, the Duke of Praslcn, the
Marquis of Bassano, the Marquess of Mournay, Count de
Touruon, Col. Mandet, M. de Franqueville, Admiral Napier,
Col. Napier, Mr. Manby, Mr. Mackintosh, &c. &c. The
visitors were met on their arrival by a deputation consisting
of the boroughreeve, John Brown, Esq , and the constables,
John Ferguson and David Price, Esqrs.; R. Birlv, Esq.,
president of the chamber of commerce; Colonel N'Vemys;
Major Bonsall; Major Gregory; Thomas Sharp, Esq.; John
Rradsbaw, Esq. ; T. Townencf, Esq.; John Brooks, Esq.;
Edward Brooke, Esq.; James Birt, Esq. ; George Saunders,
Esq.; H. Tootal, Esq.; James Derbyshire, Esq.; W. At-
kinson, Esq.; Richard Hall, Esq.; D. Broadhurst, Esq.;.
and a number of other gentlemen. The marshal and his
friends were immediately conducted down the carriage way
amidst the enthusiastic cheers of the multitudew hich the
marshal ackowledged by remaining uncovered—to three car-
riages which had been provided by the authorities, and were
in waiting in Water-street, to convey them to some of the
principal Manufactories. Marshal Soult, the boroughreeve,
and two gentlemen whose names we did not learn, occupied
the first carriage, which was drawn by four horses; and the,
other distinguished visitors occupied those behind. There`
were many gentlemen's carriages in the procession, amongst
which we noticed Mr. Townend's, Mr. R. Phillips's,,'Mr.
Bradshaw's, and several others to the taunter altogether of
about fourteen.
The whole cavalcade then proceeded along Liverpool-road,
through George-street, Lower Mosley-street, to the Albion
Hotel, where the party halted for aSlicirt time for the purpose
of taking some refreshment. A dense mass of people followed
the carriages on foot, and it gives us great pleasure to say,
that no accident, as faras we haYe been able to learn, has oc-
curred. At about twenty-two minutes to four, the party pro-
ceeded in the same order to visit the extensive cotton-mill of
Messrs. M'Connell, at Ancoats. In Oldham-street, the union
jack was displayed from many of the windows. Mr. M'Con-
nell received the party in perion at the mill, and explained
every thing to them. Several times the marshalexpressed his
admiration of the machinery: After remaining there for
about three quarters of an hour, the cavalcade proceeded, fol-
lowed by thousands of people, down Jersey-street; and here,
in turning the corner, owing to the narrowness of the street,
we were afraid that some accident would happen; but
fortunately the drivers of the carriages, perceiving the dan-
ger, slackened their pace, and the crowd were thus enabled
to pasS in safety, down Port-street, Faulkner-street, to the
works of Messrs. Sharp' Roberts and Co., where having
examined the machine and forge departments, they proceeded
to Messrs. Roberts' locomotive works, where a number of
engines were shewn in an unfinished state, so that his excel-
lency was thus enabled to see the whole processor the engine.
Mr. Manbv, we observed, acted as interpreter. After re-
maining aliout half-an-hour, they visited the silk works of
Messrs. Royle and Compton, in Great Bridgewater-street;
and after having gone through the whole of this extensive
manufactory, they proceeded to the mill of the Oxford-road
Twist Company, which they examined; in every place that
was visited, we observed that the Due de Vicenza paid par-
ticular attention to the explanation given ; and also by his
observations and examination proved that he took a deep in,
terest in what he saw. ,The next and last place visited was
Mr. Dyer's card manufactory, in Store-street, each depart-
ment of which they inspected. They then proceeded to the
Albion Hotel, in Piccadilly.
THE DINNER.

In accordance with a desire which had been expressed by
the members of the Union Club, in Mosley-street, his excel-
lency and suite arrived there about a quarter to eig.ht o'clock,
for the purpose of dining with them, and a few gentlemen who
had taken an interest in the proceedings. Previously to the
dinner, we understand, that an address was presented to
his excellency from the members, but we were unable to ob-
tain it.

Thomas Sharp, Esq., was in the chair, and on his right,
we observed, His Excellency Marshal Soult, Charles Manby,
Esq., Marquess Mourne}', (son-in-law of Marshal Soult,
Col. Wemys, Duke de Vicenza, Count Praslen, Lieut. Col.
Campbell, Marquis Bassani), Richard Birley Esq., Robert
Thorp, Esq. On the left of the chair, the boroughreeve,Col.
Manon, Lieut. Col. Hervey, Chef de Tinan, Col. Napier, M.
de Franguivilte, Mr. Willer, Admiral Napier.
The vice-chairmen were—H. Ma rkland, ESq.,—John Bag-
shaw, Esq., H. Tootal, Esq., D. Broadhurst, Esq:, and
Darbyshire, Esq.
After the cloth was drawn, Non Noble Donrine was sung by
the professional gentlemen present.
The Chairman.—The first toast which I have the honour to
propose is the health of an illustrious personage. It is a long
time since the throne was filled by a female, and I am sure
you will all join in wishing that her reign may be as happy
and as glorious as that of her predecessors. I beg to 'propose
the health of "The Queen, and may her reign be prosperous
and happy."—(Three times three, and one cheer more.)
Song, "God save the Queen." '
The Chairman said the next toast was the health of an

illustrious personage, who, by her domestic virtues, had en-
deared herself to the pi.ople of this country. He gave the
"Queen Duwager, and the 'other Members of the Royal
Family.
Glee, " Hail Smiling Morn."
The Chairman then proposed the health of His Majesty
Louis Philippe, and expressed a' hope that the present good
understanding that subsisted between the two countries would
continue, and tend to promote the benefit of both.—(Great
applause.)
Marshall Sonlf retiiined thanks in French. He regretted
that he was unable to express himself in English. He trusted
that the 4.,,P0uil undemanding that'at present subsisted between
the two countries might continue, and that commerce might
flourish. He assured them that such was the earnest wish of

the French government. (Applause.)
The Chairman said, Gentlemen, if anything could add
eclat to the occasion which we have this day the pleasure to
celebrate, it was the recollection of the friendly feeling ex-
hibited by the different sovereigns whose representativeslately
honoured the coronation of our young Queen. I therefore, have
great pleasure in proposing the health of those " Soverigns
who had sent Representatives at the coronation." (Applause.)
The Chairman called on the company to fill another bumper.
Lie wished to propose the health of an illustrious individual
whom they had that day the honour of meeting. (Cheers.)
That individid had oeen selected to represent his king at the
late coronation of our young Queen. He hoped the recep-
tion he had met with, would be codsidered as a proof that
this country was anxious to promote that friendship between
the two coon ries which would be most conducive to their
prosperity. The name of that illustrious guest has been long-
familiar to British ears, but not in such a way as it had been
heard that day. He felt his inadequacy to do justice to the
toast. They had endeavoured to give his excellency a true
British welcome on his visit to this country : and he under-
stood that he had often expressed a wish to become acquainted
with the manufactories of this country, and to-day he has
been kind enough to visit some of our works; but it is a
matter of regret that the shortness of his visit renders it im-
possible for him to examine the whole. In conclusion, he
trusted that what his excellency had seen would cause him to
be the advocate for the removal of all restructions on the
trade and commerce of this country. He then gave the
health of Marshal Soult, Duc de Dalmatia, and called on
them to give three cheers, which was done accordingly
Marshal Soult returned thanks in French. We understood
him to say, that from his heart he thanked them for the
honour they had done him. With respect to the remark
made by the chairman, he trusted that the feeling of friend-
ship would long exist between the two countries. He assured
them that his best exertions would be exerted in promoting
the interest of trade and commerce. He than paid a high
compliment to the industry of this great nation. He had seen
what were the result of talents and industry united, and
especially so in this great manufacturing town. He would
return to his own country. impressed with the value of com-
merce. Ile could never forget the reception they had given
him. In France, Manchester had been celebrated as a great
manufacturing town, France and England were so circum-
stanced, that it would be to the advantage of both to continue
on amicable terms; and he assured them that it was the
sincere wish of his government that. such should be the case.
He concluded by drinking " Health to Commerce, and pros-
perity to the town of Manchester." (Applause.)
The Chairman then gave, "The health of those personages
who had graced the coronation, and who had honoured them
that night." Two of them were near the connexions of his
exceliency Marshal Soult, the Marquess Dalmatia, and the
Marquess Mourney.—The Toast was drank with loud ap-
plause.
The Mafquis of Dalmatia said, that he most sincerely re-
turned them thanks for the honour they had done him in
drinking his health. This was only the second time he had
been in this country. He had made the acquaintance of
some of our countrymen, and had come here on the former
occasion to complete his knowledge of the wealth and power
of our great nation. It was a proof of what political power
and an enlightened people may effect. He concluded by
drinking the good health of the company.
The Marquis Mourney also returned thanks, in an ener-
getic manner, in French.
Glee, " Life's a Bumper."
The Marquis :Tourney rose and proposed the health of
"The Chairman, Mr. Sharp," which- was drunk with loud
applause.
The Chairman said he sincerely thanked them for the kind
manner in which they had received the toast. He was deeply
impressed with the honour which had been conferred upon
him in selecting him as chairman. It was a proof that the
part he had takn in that institution had given satisfaction.
(Applause.) Tire compliment they had paid him had more
than compensated him for any trouble he had taken, and he
would assure them that present success should-not cause him
I to relax in his exertions to promote its future interest.
The Chairman shortly after rose and said, that the birth-
place of every individual in this world was, he believed, dear
to him. They had here guests who claimed different coun-
tries as their birth-place; he would therefore propose the
toast in a sense in which every individual present might
drink it. He then gave "The Health of our Country."
Marshal Soult rose, and briefly acknowledged the toast in
Fiench, after which he requested his son, the marquis, to
explain it, which he did accordingly. He returned them
thanks for the honour they had done him. and informed them
that on account of the lateness of the hour, his fat het was
obliged to retire, in conip.iance %%jilt the advice of his niedi-
cal advisers. The marshal and his suite immediately lett the
roots.

After leaving the party, they proceeded to the warehouse
of Messrs. Townend and Hickson, in Market-street, which
was lighted up for the occasion, and after inspecting that
extensive establishment, they returned to the Albio❑ Hotel.
They roceed to Liverpool early this morning.

Owing to the number of coaches either taken off the road
or conveyed part of their journeys by the railroads great in•
convenience begins to be experienced by persons desirous o
reaching intermediate places, to which they find no convey
ance as heretofore to travel by.

The premier is said to have shown some annoyance at the
garter not having been forced upon him by his royal mistress,
especially as his taking it himself would have spared him
from the conflicting claims of the Earl of Derby and the
Duke of Cleveland.

STRANGE OCCUR RENCE.—A man name Lynskey, formerly
a resident of this town, gave himsell up to Thomas E. Blake,
Esq., J.P., on Thursday last, charging himself with the mur-
der of a young man in this town, about fifteen years hence.
The unfortunate man states that since this unhappy occurrence
he has been living in the county Tipperary, and that he could
not bring himself to remain longer without giving himself up
to justice.—Hull paper.

CHANGE OF FORTUNE.—LateIy, a poor mechanic, of Not-
tingham, of the name of Leeman, came into the possession of
an immense fortune and a baronetcy, in consequence of the
decision of the Court of Chancery, in a case which had occu-
pied the court, at Edinburgh, nearly three years. The pro-
perty which has thus come into the possession of the now
Sir John Leeman, is estimated at £4(X),000 (?) per annum,
including the whole of Goodman Fields, and several other
landed estates in different parts of the country. The funded
property is also stated to be about two raillions.—Leeds
Times.