The Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1843-12-26 00:00:00

Dec. 26, 184'

THE MARKETS.-C RISTM AS FAIR

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1 THE BISHOP OF ORIENSE AGAIN.

ST. JOIIN'S.—This, our principal market, though The arrival of the West India Mail Steamer,
neatly decorated on Saturday, was not quite so gay in ap- brings us later intelligence of the vagaries in Deoei
pearance as on some former Christmas anniversaries, in of the (late) Very Hey. Father in God, Dr. Clod)
consequence of a request made to the Market Committee may be remembered that this very exemplary divirjefl
by the principal tenants that very large trees, which over- for the perpetration of some very gross offences fd,
shadowed their stalls, should be dispensed with, and also public decency and his ordination vows, (and en
a representation from gentlemen in the neighbourhood his having domiciled himself in the interior of 11
that their shrubberies had, on previous occasions,, been nery,) been summoned to Rome, and there deposed`
much despoiled. With respect to the latter, though their his spiritual office. He had subsequently, on the
wishes were attended to, we apprehend they derived but a necessary visit to London, quitted the Papal donio,l
little protection from the restriction; for we do not remem- and (notwithstanding an express injunction to then
ber to have seen sn immense a quantity of green boughs, trary) returned to Demerara, where, immediately 1);
and indeed, whole trees of laurel, holly, &c., brought arrival, he signalised himself by a brutal assault,
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into the town for private use as " kissing bushes," and witted upon the person of a British subject vvithi
the probability is that many a pleasure-ground that was walls of a Roman Catholic chapel.
at all accessible by night or day for the last week has been In due course another
priest—a Mr. J. T. Heyre
stripped of its honours. The " mistletoe bough" was nominated by the holy see to supersede his revel
(which, until of late years, was comparatively little known Dr. Clancy ; and the latter functionary was required,
or appreciated in this town, was also more than usually til the arrival of his successor, to surrender his Iroblu
abundant, and real as well as artificial flowers were "as and some twenty-five thousand dollars into the 11
thick as blackberries"—for such is the unwonted mildness of two Roman Catholic pastors nominated for the f
of the season, that in sheltered spots Flora has already pose. Such resignation, however, formed no part
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scattered her wreaths in field and garden, and, as it were, doctor's plans. When these gentlemen, in the an)
crowned the country with a winter garland. St. John's, ofrwo colonists, waited upon Dr. Clancy, to deliver t
however, if not profusely, was at least chastely decorated letters and credentials, be met them with a—bludge°o
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with sprigs of holly, laurestina, mistletoe, (loaded with his episcopal fist,—in coarse terms ordered then'
berries arid mostly imported from the smith 1 and white •1.- L..

Laac uuut 111 tnerr reverenu
and red roses were blended amongst the dark green foliage the plea that no orders on the subject have arriyea „0
in a friendly proximity by no means analagous to their the foreign office, he sticks fast to the money
respective position in feudal times. The show of butcher vicariate ; and laughs at the power of Rome todePerci
meat was quite equal to that of any former year. At Mr. by her unaided mandate. In the meantime, he
Hinton's shop there were the tempting " remains" of two i all the functions of the holy office, has just been nair
very fine heifers, fed in Shropshire, and two highland two nuns to the veil, and continues to scandalize tbvieli
Scots, fed by Sir James Graham. Mr. Prescott had also man Catholic community of Demerara by residing b 1
a fine fat cow, which won the prize at one of the late agri- the walls of the nunnery,the abbess of which, thaegoi
cultural meetings. At Mr. Tomlinson's the show would posed as well as himself, manifests no inclination 1°
have made an alderman's mouth water. He had a splen- the mandate of the holy office.
did heifer, fed by Mr. Powell, near Present. Mr. Dent's
supply was also prime and abundant. Mr. Clough's and
Mr. Gibbon's was also particularly fine. A Shropshire
fed bullock at Mr. Clough's, thou'lh not the largest, was
in quality very super,or. It weighed 16 score to the

IMPORTANT DOCUMENT,

quarter. The cow that took the prize at the late Liver-
pool agricultural show was also much admired. It was
purchased by Mr. Clough from Mr. Lucas, and weighed
54 score 6 lb. The largest weighed 18 score to the quarter.
The show of pork was excellent. We saw one pig that
weighed 43 stone 1 lb.—a well bred animal that attracted

INTERESTING TO THE WINE AND SPIRIT TRAT:4O%j
We have much satisfaction in inserting the follow
official document, as conferring on the whole of the 01
ports important benefits and facilities. An order has,
been received from the Honourable Commissionerti
Customs in London, under date 14th instant, direct'
the return of moneys paid for duty on the extra W
on brandy since the 26th August. IS43'
" Treasury Chambers 19th Dec. „ti
" SlR,—The Lords Commissioners of her AlNeoio
treasury, having had under consideration your petiticc
behalf of the Wine and Spirit Association, at Liver rcis
referring to their Lordships' order of the 7th
last, which sanctioned the grant of additional oflovi!it,
on account of deficiencies in brandy warehoused at
port, and stating that inconvenience is experien.ceNd tl
consequence of the delay which takes place in makilbi
said allowances, I am commandA to state to Whet?
by their Lordships' order above referred to, tbe.;,§l
allowances thereby granted on account of dedciene'*l
brandy, were directed to be made upon speci*l "AO
tion to the parties in each case, and the delay to &id
you allude has arisen from the time necessarily regtioo
to obtain a decisicn upon the merits of each transactro
but, by a subsequent order of their Lardships, insv eri
tions were issued to the officers of customs at the se
oP
outporls, that, in cases where the deficiencies rolbid
pear to have arisen from natural causes, and in fe
ence, the allowances may be made by
there is no suspicion of improper abstraction or inter hol
a special application to the Board of Customs,
allowance in excess of the legal quantity does not .;ollt,
three gallons per cask ; and the Collector and CoroP"eile
the officersfre Olt
at Liverpool have been directed to govern thecloro
strictly by such instructions ; which will, as my nieo,
apprehend, have the effect of obviating the in oov-ror
sir,
complained of in your representation.—l am, pa.
obedient servant, " G. 01'°--
"Mr. Wm. Dixon, jun., Chairman of the Wane
and Spirit Association, Liverpool."

much attention—at Mr. Crowley's ; and another, nearly
the same size, at Mr. Bradey's. There was but a short
supply of poultry, the London dealers having stolen a
march upon us by going to Dublin, (deuce take the rail-
ways and steam-packets !) and forestalled, which was not
fair, nearly. All the Jowl. We saw one goose, however,
which had esc ipe,d them, weighing 20 lb.! Fish was abun-
dant and of the best quality. During the whole of Friday
and Saturday the market was crowded to excess, and, we
rejoice to say, that the extensive purchases indicated an
improvement in the circumstances of the people. Great
Charlotte-street, owing to the large evergreens being kept
out of the market, presented the appearance of a luxuriant
parterre, and every available spot was moreover heaped
with the various produce of the kitchen garden. Great
praise is due to Mt. Graham, the active and obliging su-
p,aintendent of:this great mart for edibles, and to his as-
sistants, for the order maintained throughout the " try-
ing occasion," for on Saturday, in particular, such were
the crowds that it was positively an adventure of no little
peril, for females in particular, to push through the dense
masses of purchasers and spectators. The light fingered
gentry were, as usual, on the alert, but they were pretty
strictly watched by the police, rind several of them were
sent to spend their " happy Christmas" in " durance
vile."

ST. JAMES'.—The usual Christmas decorations at this
market were equal to, if they did not surpass those of any
other in the town. The tenant of each stand seemed to
vie with his neighbour in the tasteful display of ever-
greens and flowers • and in the centre aisle were triumphal
arches of holly and missletoe, &c., interspersed with the
usual ornamental flowers. From the roof was suspended
an octagonal lamp, bearing the inscriptions, " Success to
Trade," " St. James' Market," and portraits of the
Queen and her Royal Consort. But apart from the de-
corative departments, we never beheld a better display of
substantials. The beef, in particular, was what brother
Jonathan would term " terrific." To ascertain the ex-
act weight of the several heifers would he a work o' some
trouble. Suffice it to say, that in several instances a
whole pig, and one of no ordinary size, occupied the in-
terior of a carcass of beef, and from one cow, fed by Mr.
Harrison, of Toxteth-park, 1661b5. of loose fat were
taken. The stalls at which we observed the largest spe-
cimens of beef were those in the occupation of Messrs.
Harwood, Broornhead, Jun., Ellison Parker, Webster,
Sillitoe, and Lawson. The mutton and veal also ap-
peared excellent, as well as pork, which was, however,
not as large as usual, but of what may be called a choice
household description. Throughout the whole of Satur-
day the market presented a most lively appearance, and
Mr. Lup, the activ, superintendent, even in the bustle
consequent on the preparations for the feasts of the 25th,
had every thing in such order that not the slightest con-
fusion was observable, though the market was crowded to
excess. Several shops in the vicinity of the market and
in St. James'-street were speedily decorated. Those that
seemed to attract the greatest attention were Feeney
Brothers " Constitutional Bread Establishment," and
Mr. Hughes, grocer.

Mr. Neill has resigned the appointment of 1309°tott
Surgeon to the Deaf and Dumb School. pV
The transatlantic mail steam-ship Acadia, whlciftst'
to leave Boston on the 16th and Halifax on the ISt',
may be expected here on Thursday or Friday next'
_olt4

A special general meeting of the Town-Council pro'
held to-morrow, for the purpose of considering 0,16.,
ceedings of the committee of the Dock Trust on t3'
ject of dock extension.
0
NEW YEA R's DAY.—It will be seen, from an e,61:1
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(b SF
tisemcnt in another column, that on Mor day lioct t -
the first of January) there will be divine service 3
Bride's Church. er
th•
VICTORIA THEATRE.--The performances at -15,e
tip'
tre for the ensuing week are of a character to suit ' o 0.
son. Mr. Hollsway, the manager, seems to spar
ertion to gratify his audience.
THE CHASE.—The Cheshire Foxhounds meet
(Tuesday), at Bouldsworth Cgstle ; on Wedoesn
Handley; on Thursday, at Bradfield Green ; and °tit"'
turday, at Swettenham Village ;—eaeli morning 3'
past ten o'clock.
On Sunday last a very splendid Hebrew Biw-V.11,,
handsome silver salver were presented to the Rev; stye
Isaacs, lecturer to the Hebrew congregation Se9.".eit;
by a:considerable number of his young Hebrew lie'
in testimony of the respect and esteem for his
valuable ministerial services."
.bei

GILL-STREET MARKET.—This beautiful market, de-
cidedly the best contrived, Airiest, and lightest in Liver-
pool, was by no means behind any of the other, either in
its decorations or display of excellent meat. The occu-
pants of the shops or stalls in many instances exhibited
very great taste in the construction of wreaths and arches,
of evergreens and flowers. A number or little flags hung
out gave a very pleasant and gay appearance to the scene.
Excellent meat of every description was to he met with in
all the shops, especially in those of Messrs. Clapham,
Lloyd, Brooks, Potts, Lowe, &c. The green stalls were
very abundantly supplied, and the attendance of the farm-
ers unusually numerous for this time of year. Very good
prices were obtained for all produce brought on to the ta-
bles. This market was well attended throughout the day.
The
.price of meat here, we have been informed, is under
that of any other market in Liverpool, as well as being of
a superior quality. We trust that the inhabitants in its
v cinity will give it its sanguine support
ST

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THE CONDEMNED MURDRESS.—A memor,a. olarsig
e presentedjury w
ht
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,ileennWmigichtumrmana,cksigfroldthbt.oolo )1411
convictedMr j us
th
of her infant child at Manchester, strongly entreat:Aj
lordship to use his influence at the Home-ofacece.
the dreadful sentence he was bound to pronoae
tog
her commuted to transportation for life.
The Rev. A. Hume, of the Collegiate Institutsl
received the honorary degree of LL.D. from the eoill
sity of Glasgow, in compliment to his acquiren'Trio.,o
i
English literature. Dr. Hume is a graduate of 01i
College, Dublin, but had previously obtained distbell
in Glasgow, in the department of study with vrhieh
teen for some years identified.
h PA5O$
HUDARD GALLERY.—The great success Llt 1;4
tended Mr. Norman's visit to this town has ilgt r
to prolong his stay for a short time. The ovie.;or.el,r,
delineation of the human features that this artis'ct
dily produces should induce all who value a correriforb
ness to avail themselves of this opportunity. ,A
can be more appropriate as a Christmas present' ttoo,
LIVERPOOL CHARITABLE SOCIETY.—We regre
that the funds of this benevolent society are eo','s
hausted, at a season of the year when the distress's! jo'or
poor are most pressing. We trust that the aPPe 00 eeladvertising columns will h ire its due effect 0400)..it
readers, and that its treasury may be replenishes
the demands which may be expected to be mad 01A'
during the winter months.
bY
MR. RYALL'S CONCERT.—It will 1:e seen,,,.
vertisement in our first page, that Mr. Ryali
c-cessdent
takes place to-morrow evening. The great sudePeA°ool
gentleman has met with in his musical career, ovooris
of the talent he has on this occasion secured," 'seler per:
not, ensure him a numerous audience. The clog! '01),1
for the evening, as well as the original itiwir,'e'sls'
formances, are most attractive. Mr. H. V.
bUcr
has long been a deserved favourite with the P
play a grand concerto of Hummel's.

NI A RTlN'S.—This market, like the others, pre-
sented a very gay appearance; and the supplies appeared
to be of the first class,—a great portion of which was
Lancashire, and the remainder choice Irish.

CHARGE OF BIGAMY,—On Wednesday last, John Ba-
con was brought up at the Police-court, on a charge of
bigamy. It appeared the prisoner belonged to the Liver-
pool Police Force, and, according to a statement made by
the first wife, whose name was Roll, was married in 1826,
at Bridgewater, in Somersetshire. Evidence was also pro-
duced, showing that he was married subsequently at St.
Peter's Church, Liverpool, in February, 1842. A letter,
received by Mr. Whitty from the first wife. was the cause
of the inquiry. The prisoner said he had married a se-
cond time under the impression that his first wife was
thud, and had received letters from various parties to that
effect. Several documents were handed in, but the case
was ordered to be adjourned.
THE BOROUGH GAOL.—On Saturday a meeting of
magistrates was held at the Town-hall, for the purpose of
taking a complaint which had been made by a Sicilian
captain, respecting the clothing and discipline of the Bo-
rough Prison, into consideration. The meeting was et-
tended by the Mayor, Mr. Rushton, and most of the
Borough magistrates, arid lasted a considerable tinie. In
all probability, the full particulars will be made public at
the next meeting of the Council. In the meantime we
are given to understand that the complaint of the captain
was, that he had been compelled, shortly after his com-
mittal, to take off his ordinary dress and to a?ssmc that
of the prison, and that, considering this to be 80 indignity,
he threatened to communicate with the Sicilian govern-
ment on the subject.

MIDDLEWICH CORN MARKET, 91/^'t.3'

Wheat, new, 7316

Oats, new, '4,501b
old

Beans, 19, Ccib

vrr DSdpoceb
LIVERPOOL PROVISION NIARKL,-,: 0,;
The week closes heavily upon our Butter inar:,chig-nebti,7el
are
taogt;93tsi.is
Ktoilakseliczy-e,r.fineßecitaarsit wexdo not (1043 . 05-00)0
it i
withes basa
i6s6 satios
07 0
as ; s mediumhade l
lower,
ris to 74s.'oed
Carlow, •e. • pjc 0 0,
offering at a further decline of 2s Cd per tce. ris,eiry
Pork is upheld ; but for either the emand 'bulk of
market is inundated with Foreign provisions, tl,'er res:
is very inferior, and is offered at exceedin glr I°‘'
vtoertiy4slipineirtecdwtipanoirrisc.e
ott cio;or:

MARINER'S CHURCH SCHOOL. —The half-yearly
examination of the female children of this school took
place on Tuesday forenoon last, in the Mariner's floating
Church, George's Dock. All who attended (including
several ladies who take a warm interest in the religious
and secular education of these children, by which they
are fitted to 'occupy respectable stations in life,) were
highly delighted, and, we may add, deeply affected by
witnessing their neat appearance, and their Progress in the
several branches of plain but useful learning, so ably in-
culcated by their teacher, Miss Maxwell, under the su-
perintendence of the Rev. W. Maynard. The children—
between 50 and 60 in number—were all neatly attired,
and appeared to be animated by but one feeling—that of
evincing their utmost attainments, as the best expression
of their gratitude to their benefactors. The Rev. Mr.
Maynard presided. After reading portions of the bible,
they were strictly and separately examined on many points
of scripture history, and they replied with such prompti-
tude and accuracy, giving in many instances long quota-
tions from memory, as shewed that infinite pains had been
taken in their instruction. Even the Youngest children
of the school appeared to be little or not at all inferior to
their seniors. Scriptural geography was next gone into,
and on a map of the Hoiy Land and surrounding countries
bordering on the Mediterranean, they recognised every
celebrated spot pointed to at random, and recounted the
principal events of which it had been the scene. Two of
the elder scholars, (approaching to wonlanhood,) and who
act as assistant teachers, also examined them, as well as
Mr. Maynard and the schoolmistress, in several series of
questions, some of which would hale Puzzled older heads ;
and they acquitted themselves with equal honour. In
general geography they evinced a like proficiency, giving
the several definitions, and naming in an instant any part
of the world, when it was pointed to on a map, together
with a variety of statistics of the extent of kingdoms,
their population, seas, river, lakes, &c. They were next
examined in grammar, and were expert in dealing with its
intricacies. Arithmetical questions were then worked on
the slates and correctly solved. Several recitations,
chiefly of sacred poetry, followed ; and one piece—a dia-
.
logue between a mother and daughter, (personated by two
little girls) in which the former Points a religious lesson
from the lark, the dove, the eagle and the swan, was at
once beautiful and affecting. The rev. gentleman then
addressed the pupils in affectionate terms, urging them to
avail themselves of the privilege of enlightenment which
they enjoyed, and enjoining parents to send their young
ones regularly to the school, and especially on the Sab-
bath. He concluded by a prayer for the well-being of
all, and the whole closed by the chitdren singing a hymn, also
"The Song of Moses and Miriam," which they accom-
plished in an effective manner, accompanied by the organ
\lre cannot conclude this brief notice without stating tha
the Mariner's Church, once tI vessel of war, is neatly
fitted up; and is well worthy of a visit by strangers and
others. We need scarcely add that the schools, for tha
education of the poor children of our gallant seamen and
roe, ae cleihritglr•crohr
anfdorevseeariminegn
caltvtlsafgchedftcor the
boys, sc haoto
which( PP
others, are entitle to more enlarged support. There is a
othsietye
are taught navigation,

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MANCHESTER CORN EXCLIANG%niostno• rtdi.,
The business of the past week has been of '-wellsOrre;i4
charactr: the vale of in of a kinds Incralll„et
and thouegh holdersu of Oatmeal Flour and Flour T.,Fsngtahe raa;:er.4,
15rm, the stock of both these articles a()%va-.E. of the
produce, rip,
considerable, and prices are the turn in Kairish eca
ofTiFieloiumr pfonr)tmliestaoshadewa s:
olaurrgesoarrivals "
with near i:t.ter aQut
titularly of the manufactured artier, ir-oni the --
.0,1,4
poles
terdaY tit
however, are pretty nearly at an end.
The Liverpool and Wakefield mark
steady, and in the latter some improvetlg.r ExeltakAis...
VVheat. .
rtiele beyond v‘,.01,
value of particular qualities of
is thinly attended : little is done in any a and prices, viii,":
sent svat:t::s
this day vire
necessary for the supply 0! pre ain as on
partial exception above noted, rem marks
°rift tlooesk 1c....,101ti0n.4

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Thurs... 23
Friday.. 2g
Saturday3o
Sunday 31
Monday 1

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