The Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1838-08-31 00:00:00

ST. LEGER.

3 to 1 against Lord Chesterfield's Don John (t 7 to 2.)
7to 2 „ Colonel Peel's lon (t 4to 1.)
Bto 1 „ Mr. Parkin's Lanercost (t.)
Bto 1 „ Duke of Cleveland's two (t.)
12 to 1 „ Lord G. Bentinck's Grey Momns (t.)
12 to 1 „ Duke of Cleveland's Alztra (t 13 to I.)
14 to 1 „ Mr. Cootnbe's Cobham (t.)
16 to 1 „ Mr. Bowes's Appleton Lad (t.)
18 to 1 „ Lord Westminster's Albemarle (t.)
20 to 1 „ Duke of Cleveland's Pucelle filly (t.)
20 to 1 ~ Mr. S. L. Fox's Jemmy Jumps (t.)
150 even on the field against lon, Don John, and Grey
Momus •' 300 even between lon and Don John; Il to 8 on
the field against two (taken.)

MR. WATERTON ON THE SURINAM "FOUR

EYES."
TO THE EDITOR OF THE STANDARD.

Sir,—The Standard has informed us, that a paper was read
in the British Association assembled at Newcastle, " on a fish
of Surinam with four eyes, which, although previously un-
known to zoologists, was met with in large shoals, off some
parts of the coast of Surinam," &c. The account further
observes, that "it has a singular mode of escape from its
enemies, for when alarmed by the sentinels, it retreats to
the bottom with its head upwards, and, by the aid of its dor-
sal fins, it buries its body in the sand ; but in this position
they are frequently decapitated in large shoals by the ground
shark, which is their most inveterate enemy."—" After some
discussion, in which many of the members doubted the ex-
istence of such a fish, the subject was ordered to be laid aside
until the author furnished further information on it."

I don't see how a fish could well plant its body in the sand,
head upwards, by the aid of its dorsal fins; and, moreover, I
cannot conceive that any man's eyesight could be strong
enough to witness the extraordinary operation through the
thick and muddy waters on the coast of Guinea. In every
part of this coast I have seen a fish with four eyes. It goes
in shoals with its head above the water. You may approach
it within a few yards, both at the flowing and the ebbing
water; and it bounds or jumps away from you, being visible
all the while on the surface of the water. It is known to
everybody by the name of Four-eyes, and may always he seen
close in at the sluices when there is water enough to float it.
I have had worse fish in my stomach than the Four-eyes ; and
I have not a doubt but that a scientific cook could make it a
dish, at which a London alderman himself would not sneeze.
Should this fish turn out to be the same as that which has
puzzled the knowing ones in the British Association, perhaps
these few notes on it will tend to remove their scepticism, in
some degree, as to its actual existence. I disclaim all know-
ledge of its subaquatic evolutions. The muddy waters which
it inhabits would totally prevent my haying a distinct view of
it, were I even hardy enough to go down to the bottom, and
expose myself to be snapped up by the ground shark, whilst
I was endeavouring to get a sight of it when burying its pos-
teriors in the sand.
I am. sir, Your very obedient servant,
Walton-hall, Aug. 25, Ig3B. CHARLES WATERTON.

MEcus.mcs's INsrtruTrox.—Mr. Pemberton is repeating
his lectures upon the tragic characters of Shakspeare, of
which copious reports have previously appeared in our
columns. As before, they draw the most dense audiences.
We can promise our readers much gratification by an
attendance.

LONDON AND BIRMINGHAM RAILWAY.—AS at present
arranged, and if no unforeseen circumstance should occur, it
is intended to open the London and Birmingham Railway
throughout, on the 24th September. The directors, in 'the
first instance, being especially desirous to secure the perfect
regularity of the traveLir g on their line, intend to make the
time occupied by the journey between the two termini -six
hours; so that with half an hour's stoppage at Birmingham,
the journey front Manchester and Liverpool,"to London, and
rice versa, will occupy about eleven hours. We understand
that negociations are at present in progress between the Lon-
don and Birmingham. and Grand Junction companies, with
respect to the most proper times for starting from each end of
their respective lines; it is also intended to run night trains
to carry the mails, &c. From London, the hour of starling
with these will continue as at present, half-past 8 p.m.; from
Manchester and Liverpool, it will probably be 7. p.m. • With
respect to the morning mails, we have at present nci infor-
mation.

FATAL FRACTICA I JOK E.-011 Monday, Charles Harkiton,
employed on the Great Western Railway, being in a State of
intoxication, went to sleep by the side of a waggon laden 'with

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earth. Some of his pot companions turned oVer the vehicle,
leaving him covered with the soil. The unfortunate man
was soon after released from the situation in which he was
struggling, hut was so much host that he died shortly after-
wards.— Wilts Herald
CFIELTENHA AUG. 27.—The influx of the nobility and
gentry within the past fortnight has not been equalled for
many seasons past. The Earl of Sefton, who is still in a
feeble state, bas arrived at the Cambridge Villas, attended
by the Countess and the Ladies Nlolyneux, for the benefit of
his health. It was by the advice of his lordship's physician
that the noble earl was removed by easy stages from Stoke
Park. The Hon. Colonel and Lady Louisa Molyneux have
removed from their hotel to the family residence.
IRON STEAMERS.—The iron steam vessel, Voador, has,
we understand, arrived at Pernambuco, after a passage of
actual steaming of only four and a hall days from Maran-
ham. Sailing vessels are generally, we believe, twenty to
thirty days making this passage, and a fast-sailing vessel ar-
rived at Pernambuco two days before the Voador, that. had
been 45 days on the voyage from Marauham. This proves
the great advantage to be derived from the introduction of
steam-vessels on a coast where the current and wind prevail
so as to prevent sailing vessels accomplishing their passage
in a reasonable time, and must shortly lead to the adoption
of steam vessels both on the east and west coast of. South
America.

CONSECRATION OF THE CHIGWELL MASONIC LODG.E.
On 'Wednesday last a numerous gathering of the craft took
place at Chigwell, for the purpose of assisting in the conse-
cration of the first Masonic Lodge held in that place, by the
immediate promotion of Brother G. R. Rowe, and several
other influential members of the Dundee Lodge, under the
ready and zealous auspices of Rowland Alston, .Eare,, aLp
Provincial Grand Master for Essex. and his son, 1(010,44
Alston, Esq., the Deputy I'. G. Master for this county.
Amongst those present were Brothers Edward Harper_as-
R. T. Crucefix, (M.D.) past J. G.D. ; John Pattison.
and L. Thompson, P.G.D.C. for Essex; H. -Archer, past
P G.R. and W. L. Thomas, past P.G. S. for Herts; W. R.
G. Key, P.G.D.C. for Suffolk; J. P. Acklam, P.M, Grand
Steward's Lodge; G. R. Corner, W. M. Grand Master's
Lodge; J. Lee, W.M. Lodge of Fidelity No. 3.; J. L.
Stevens, M.C. British Lodge No.B ; and Brothers Macartlly,
Cox, Filbv and other active masons, making up a party, with
the members of the new lodge, of nearly 40. The consecra-
tion took place at the King's Head, the P.G. Master pre-
siding, assisted by his Deputy G.M.; after which tbe installa-
tion of Brother G. R. Rowe, as the first Worshipful Grand
Master of the Chigwell Lodge, was performed in a Manner
rendered truly impressive by the masonic charges delivered
by the D.G. Master. The wardens were then installed, the
bye-laws of the lodge discussed and passed, and three initia-
tions crowned the masonic labours of the day. At half-past
six the company sat down to a choice banquet.—Esser Herald.
MR. OASTLER'S REMOVAL FROM FIERY HALL.—
It having been announced that on Saturday last Mr. 'and
Mrs. Oastler would take their departure from Fixbv-hall, his
friends resolved that be should not leave alone, and proposed
to accompany him in his departure from the place which bad
been witness to his boyish sports and to his athletic labours.
About four o'clock the friends of Mr. Oastler began to assem-
ble in the park in the front of Fixbv-hall. Deputations arrived
from London, Manchester, Bury, 13olton, Rochdale, Oldham,
Arbon, Sta)lev Bridge, Halifax, Bradford, Dewsbury, and
other places. The different parties from different:towns ar-
rived with banners and music. At five o'clock, the hour of
departure, the concourse of people in the park puld not have
been less than 15,000 persons. There were seven bands of mu-
sic, and flags with appropriate inscriptive devices. A.earriage
with four gray horses was provided for Mr. and Mrs. Oastler
and his adopted daughter. Mr. Oastler immediately ordered
two of the horses tube taken out, declaring that as his late mas-
ter drove four grays, so he would only have two.. When Mr.
Oastler, accompanied by his wife and daughter, entered the
carriage, the shouts of the assembled multitude were most
enthusiastic and overwhelming. Mr. Oastler's constant and
never-failing friend, Mr. W Stocks, jun., rode with, him in
the carriage. As soon as they were seated, and the cheers
had subsided, the cannon was fired, the music struck up,
and the procession proceeded to Huddersfield. The:windows
of the hall were filled with the weeping.friends and domestics
of Mr. Oastler. At this moment the sight was truly affect-
ing and picturesque—the beautiful landscape: of the park,
the flags, the banners, the music, the enthusiasneof the popu-
lace, added to the scene. Mr. Oastler's appearance was
unwonted, and there was nothing to damp the pleasure of the
scene save the tears of those friends he was leaving behind.
The procession proceeded by Netheroyd-bill, Cowcliff, and
Hill-house; and during the whole line of road Abe greatest
enthusiasm towards Mr. Oastler, and against, the cursed
Bastile bill, was displased. The windows, the trees, and the
roofs of houses were all occupied. The cneers of the people
were such as never were heard before, though many wept
who fain would have cheered. The number of thepeople was
computed at 100,000; by none less than 50,000. The
procession having reached Huddersfield, proceeded through
all the principal streets until it arrived at Mr. Latham's
(Mr. Oastler's brother-in-law,) in Queen-street, where
Mr. Oastler's carriage stopped, and he handed Mrs.
(tastier and his daughter into their new and temporary home.
When he stepped into the carriage, after, performing that
office, he said to the people—"'!'here, -friends; that is now
Y hnfitn p Many voices immediately exclaimede--" We will
you a better." The procession then moved on to a
smvoaocnaotndeiece of ground in Rainsdereetreet, near St. Paul's
Church, where a temporary hustings had been erected.• At
this time the crowd was immense. The hustings were filled
by the persons composiag the different deputations who pre-
sented the addresses from their respective towns. After this
Mr. Oastler addressed them in a long speech. After Mr. Oast-
ler had left the hustings, the following resolution was passed :
—" That a general subscription be immediately opened
throughout Great Britain for the purpose of- purchasing a
freehold estate or such other investment as a general commit-
tee appointed by and from the subscribers shall deem most
advisable, to be presented to Mr. Oastler, to enable that
gentleman to devote himself entirely to public life, ai the
equal friend of the rich and poor, on the principles of equal
justice and humanity."

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