The Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1846-04-14 00:00:00

THE BAZAAR AT THE COLLEGIATE

INSTITUTION.

The arrangements made for the forthcoming Grand
Fancy Fair at this noble institution are now completed,
and having been delighted and not a little astonished by a
glance at the apartments fitted up for the occasion, we
cannot do less then again ell' attention to their attracti-
ons, which surpass those of any former similar occasion
within our remembrance, in scenic effect, independently
of the excellent object in view—the appropriation of the
funds that may be raised to the general purpose of disse-
mina,ing useful and religious education amongst the
youth of our town, as well as making provision for a se-
lect library for their use.

The room in which tha bazaar will take place, to com-
mence this day, is the picture-gallery, or long-room,
which is lighted from the roof, and this (as we have be-
fore stated) is most tastefully and classically fitted up by
Mr: thiscJe, under the direction of Mr. Bishop, the ta-
lented drawing-master of the institution.

Some idea of the elegance of this apartment may be
conceived when we state that it is al:out 220 feet in length
and 27 in width, lined and festooned with delicate colored
drapery from end to end, and enlivened by an ample flood
of light. The groundwork is white, with intersecting
blue in the hangings, forming pilasters, and this device is
carried out over the ceiling, with similar curving drapery,
and garlands of evergreens and roses. At one end, and
opening into the main room by large folding doors, is the
refection room, fitted up in corresponding style; and at
the other (as before alluded to) the " post office," to be
kept by a fair lady who will dispense "all the news from
the east," as well as from all parts of the globe, and, if we
rightly conjecture, not a few of the playful secrets of the
mural world in the shape of billets-doux, for the amuse-
ment of the youthful visitants who may desire to "read
their fortunes." When each of the anti-rooms are opened
into the main apartment, the length will, in all, be about
274 feet! The sides are enriched with numerous banners,
national, local, and fanciful, appended from spear-formed
shafts, and with many coats of arms and crests of the
noble families and otherdtstinguished individuals who pa-
tronise the institution, as'well as national heraldic em-
blems, beautifully emblazoned on shields of various forms,
by the masterly pencil of Mr Bishop. Seen from one end
the whole presents the appearance of a magnificent elong-
ated tent, or rather of one of those sumptuous palacial
apartments of which we read in tales of Arabia.

On each side there is a row of sloping stalls. with a
slightly raised platform behind, covered with carpeting,
for the elevation from the floor of the fair aspirants to
success in this mart of elegancies, which, we are assured,
will be amply and preciously stocked, with all, and more
than all the articles usually exhibited at a bazaar, includ-
ing, of course, a variety of beautiful needlework. There
are in all 21 stalls, so that, in this instance, the " free
trade" and competition of Sir R. Peel will be fully, but
not invidiously, carried out. The table appropriated to
Mrs. T. 0. Cooper, the amiable lady president, is immedi-
ately opposite the central entrance, and is slightly elevated.
Over it is a crown, with sceptre and crozier, curiously
wrought for an African prince; and under this the Royal
Arms, in superb wrought gold embroidery. Her Royal
Highness the Queen Dowager has contributed some
interesting and valuable articles, and these are placed on
separate tables at either end of the room. Amongst the
ladies, (besides the Lady President,) who have devoted
themselves to this good work by taking stalls, are the
following :

Mrs. •Gartside, Mrs. William Bennett, Mrs. Horley,
Mrs. Stephens, Mrs. Abbott, Mrs. Hendrick, Mrs.
Hynde, Mrs. Barber, Mrs. P. Wright, Mrs. Warry,
Mrs. J. R. Cooper, Mrs. Burton Wilson, Mrs. Thomas
Wilson, Mrs. Boyden, Mrs. John Ashton, Mrs. William
Dixon, jun., Mrs. Christian, and others of our elite and
amiable townswomen.

The noble object in view has been especially promoted
by his worship the Mayor' the Rev. Rector Brooks, Mr.
Edmund Nlolyneux, Mr. Gregson, barrister, Mr. Gart-
side, Mr. Bennett, Mr... Tames Procter, Mr. NI uncaster
(who, we regret to say, is indisposed, through his exer-
tions and anxiety in this behalf), and others. The con-
tributions of articles have been most liberal, and we
scarcely know to whom to attribute the higher meed of
praise in this respect, all and every one having done their
best. Amore:st the liberal donors are also Mrs. J. S.
Leigh, of Childwall, Mrs. Adam Hodgson, Mr. Blundell,
of Deysbiook, Mr. J. H. Macrae, of Bronte House, &c.,
&c. Amongst the stock is a beautiful cushion, contri-
buted by Mrs. Rector Brooks, the work of her accom-
plished daughter. The same benevolent lady has also
contributed a fac simile of the interior of the Female
Orphan Asylum, Myrtle-street, with the matron sitting
at her table, and the children, clad in their usual style,
pursuing: their studies. This is valued at 30s. She has
also sent a very handsome bed and bedstead, with blue
hangings complete, and this has been valued at four
guineas. Mrs. Zwdchenbart's collection are extremely
beautiful. She has two elegantly-worked ottomans, valued
at thirteen guineas, and three cushions, valued at seven
guineas, besides a great many other articles of taste and
vertu. The contributions of Mrs. Josias Booker and
Mrs. 1. 0. Bold are well deserving of attention.

We understand that Mr. John Abbott, cabinet-maker
and upholsterer, Islington, has contributed to the stall of
Mrs. Iliude, of Edge-hill, a beautiful miniature French
bedstead, of the finest polished mahogany, and with
striped silk curtains. and beddino emn, pt p _ Thin is MIP

of the most elegant and classical avecimens of modern
art in the room. Mr. A. having spared no pains or
expense in rendering it perfect and proportionate in
every respect. It is about a foot.and-a-helf in length,
and we trust will command an adequate price.
Mr. Lynn, of the Waterloo Hutel, will supply the
tables in the refection room, and we are informed that he
has evinced a truly patriotic liberality, amounting, in fact,
to a sacrifice of self-interest, in the moderation of his
charges. A number of young gentlemen have gallantly
volunteered their services to officiate as stewards, arid we
almost envy them of the delightful but perilous task of
attending to the bevies of beauties who, we fully antici-
pate will throng the rooms. We know not whether any
of them are bachelors of arts; but if skilled in " the
art of persuisive," they will not Icing remain bachelors in
reality, as they will have ample choice on whom to fix
their errant affections.

Lady Stanley, who is now at'Knowsley with her noble
lord, has promised to be present, and will no doubt grace
the assemblage. It will be remembered that the noble
lord himself laid the foundation-stone of the building,
on which occa,ion he pronounced a powerful and affecting
oration in behalf of the patriotic objects of the institution.

An excellent musical band will be in attendance, that
of Mr. Gribbin, and will play alternately on wind and on
stringed instruments.
The room in which the bazaar will take place is neces-
sarily at the top of the building, being the only one of
sufficient size for the purpose. The spacious stair-case is,
however, of easy ascent, and the attractions above will,
we doubt not, induce to a prolonged stay of the visitants,
who may enjoy, together with a sight of "thefair," (in a
double sense,) a refreshing lounge on the row of seats
fixed along the centre of the room.

The bazaar opens this morning, and will be continued
for three successive days. On the evening of Thursday
(the final day,) the rooms will be splendidly illuminated
with gas, and will unquestionably present a most magni-
ficent appearance.

MEETING OF THE HIGHWAY

COMMISSIONERS

At the meeting on Thursday there were present seven-
teen members, Mr. Holmes in the chair.

Mr. GLADSTONE compbtined of the Law-Clerk not
communicating to the Board the contents of the Liver-
pool and Harrington Water Works Bill. It was explained
that the bill related merely to money, might readily be
opposed, and did not affect the rights of the commission-
ers. Mr. Gladstone replied that the bill was so odious
that the sooner it was crushed the better:

The LAW CLERK read a petition, drawn up for present-
ation to the Commons, against the Harrington Water
Works Bill, which was adopted by the Board, and ordered
to be presented forthwith.
A report was then read, comprising a summary of the
proposed Water Bull. In this Mr. Simpson states, that
after a cat eful survey of the neighbourhood of the town.
Le is decidedly of opinion that he must seek the desired
supplies from the red sandstone, aided by such quantities
of water from seams as can be brought to bear conjointly
with them. The project is to construct works at and in
the immediate neighbourhood of Ow k House Bridge,
about six miles front Liverpool, a locality that possesses
natural and. most desirable .advantages for the purpose
He expects to be able to obtain fr'm the proposed Kirhb
Works 8,000,0 k

E,„llons of water per day, and from
Green-lane Works 2,000,000 gallons per day, after an ex-
tension of the workines and tunnel there, those works at

present being capable of yielding nearly 1,060,000 and a
half, making together 12,000,000 gallons of water per diem.
The water from the site of the proposed works has been

he escima

proposec

s amoun

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to £250.000. The quantity of water which the project
will allow to each individual of a population of 500,000, for
daily use, for all purposes, will be 20 gallons. Mr. Simp-
son, after stating this tact, adds, in conclusion, that " the
entire of the probable wants of Liverpool present and

prospective, will be provided for to as great an extent as
in any other town oa a parallel with it in the United
Kingdom."

Vie Report further stated that the Board had secured the
assistance of Mr..W:.Cubitt. the eminent engineer, who

would report on the Kirkby Water Works project. The
committee finally state that the negociation on the part of
the Council for the purchase of the Liverpool and Har-
rington Water Works was at an end ; and that the com-
pany were ready to treat with the commissioners for the
sale to them of their works.

Mr. LAWRENCE moved that a public meeting be called
to approve of the measure, or otherwise.
A good deal of conversation took place relative to the
proceedings of the commis:iioners, and as to whether they
or the corporation were the proper body to proceed with
the plan, in which some angry words passed between Mr.
Procter and Mr. Lawrence. Me Chairman said the Com-
missioners had the authority of the Board to bike proceed-
ings in parliament, and the requisite notices had been
given. _ _ . . .

Mr. COOPER said the corporation were not in a condi-
tion to do the needful for the public. They could not
even buy the Botanic Gardens without laying a rate upon
the inhabitants. _ . . .. . ..

•••••4•V‘•••••••.•
Mr. TINN B moved as an amendment that the report be
printed. It was lost by 12 to 7, and the report was
adopted in accordance with a motion of Mr. Birkett.
The LAw-CLearc read the petition against the bill of
the Corporation, which set forth as unjust that they
(the Board) should be deprived 4 f the trust reposed in
them and faithfully discharged by them ; and that the bill
of the corporation was unnecessary and should not be en-
tertained.

Finally the petition was adopted.
An appl cation having been made by Mr. Swift for ex-
empting the C-rand Junction Railway Company from the