The Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1846-03-31 00:00:00

THE REFECTION

The mould-room at Messrs. Hodgson's was decorated in a
tasteful manner for the reception of their numerous guests,
and those of the owners. No fewer than eight tables, across
the large apartment, were laid out, as well as one running the
whole length, from which these branched off. The entertain-
ment, which consisted of joints, of the choicest viands, fowls,
confectionery, fruits, &c., with the welcome addendum to the first
of warm potatoes, was provided by Mr. Lynn, of the Waterloo
Hotel, who was himself present; and, we need scarcely say, was
abundant and excellent in every respect. The wines were also
of the best kind,—and the Champagne was predominant.
Covers were laid for 130 guests, and it appeared that even more
than that number was present. The roof was entirely " ceiled"
with British and national flags, and the seats covered with
crimson cloth. Mr. Mc. Tear ably presided, and we observed
amongst those present Mr. Bramley Moore, chairman of the
Dock Committee ; Mr. Braga, Vice Consul of the Brazilian
empire; Messrs. Johnson (of the firm of Johnson, Pater, and
Co., of Pernambuco,) Miller, Saunders, and other Brazilian
merchants of this town ; Mr. Rostorn, junior, Mr. Durham,
Mr. Mc. Kenna, Mr. Philips, Mr. Markland, and others from
Manchester and London connected with the Brazilian trade,
together with a vast number of our most distinguished towns-
men (and also foreigners) and their fair ladies and female re-
latives.
After the usual loyal toasts, the Chairman proposed the
health of "The Emperor of the Brazils," which was warmly
received.

Mr. BRAGA replied in feeling and eloquent terms. He
trustee that the vessel just launched, and the meeting of that
day would tend to cement the bond of union and friendship
which already existed between England and the Brazils, and
unite them still more closely together for the mutual benefit of
both, and especially for that of the "far" country. He hoped
to see the day when the intercourse between the two would be
reduced to three weeks, by means of such vessels as that just
launched. He trusted that the proceedings of that day would
tend to strengthen and promote the feeling of amity already
entertained by the Brazilians towards this country, and lead to
the most beneficial results. (Much applause.)
Mr. WILLIAM JONES proposed the health of "The Brazilian
Merchants," to whom they looked for support in this new ma-
ritime undertaking,—coupled with the name of " Mr. B.
Moore." _ .

Mr. BRAMLEY MOORE, in reply, expressed a hope that the
starting of the new line of communication with the Brazils
would be the commencement of a new era of intercourse be-
tween the two countries, and bring more immediately within
the grasp of this a profitable commerce which had hitherto
been paralyzed by the impolicy of our own government. He
hoped, through a wiser administration of affairs in this re-
spect, for a free exchange of commodities between the two
countries, which he considered was not only due to the Bra-
zilians but to ourselves. He bad himself resided in the Brazils
for fourteen years, and could not speak too highly of their
kindness, affability, and respect to British subjects. He re-
gretted that the conduct of our government towards the Bra-
zilians had not hitherto been such as he approved ; but still he
saw no difficulty in effecting an amicable and mutual arrange-
ment, the only one that could remain being, from mistaken
opinions, on this side of the water. (Cheers.) He concluded
by proposing the health of the ladies, as " The Lancashire
Witches," which was enthusiastically received.
Mr. COPELAND hoped the vessel just launched would be
followed by others, ankproposed " The health of the owners,
and prosperity to thentand the ship."
Mr. HADFIELD returned thanks, and expressed his concur-
rence in the sentiments uttered by Mr. Moore. lie had him-
self resided many years in the Brazils, and could testify to the
kindly feeling of the inhabitants towards this country. The
present speculation could not,. however, succeed, without the
co-operation of the Brazilian merchants, who had hitherto
supported them, and he now besought them for their aid,
which he believed would be a mutual benefit to themselves and
to them. Rapid conveyance was the soul of commerce, and
this new line of vessels would promote it. It might also be the
means of doing away with the abominable traffic in slaves ;
for if some of the intelligent Brazilians were brought to this
country, and witnessed our noble institutions, and their hu
manizing effects, slavery should there cease to exist. He pro-

posed, amongst their many Manchester friends, "The health of
Mr. Richar&Roston. In doing so, he remarked that Liver—
pool and Manchester were the Siamese twin giants, which sent
their products to every quarter of the globe, and promoted ci-
vilization and happiness amongst less favoured nations. Within
a few years the trade with the Brazils had been doubled, and in
a few more, by means of this new conveyance, it might be ad-
vantageously doubled again. (Cheers.)

The health of Captain-O'BuiEN, the commander of the new

ship, being. (hunt:, that gentleirian replied, expressing his
strong opinion in favour of iron-built vessels. He proposed
the health of Samuel Dutton, of Rio, which was warmly re-
ceived.

MOON proposed the health of the builders, Messrs.
Hodgson, which was ably responded to.
The CHAIRMAN said that the Antelope would be the first
vessel that would cross the ocean as a full rigged ship with
steam, and he calculated that in place of a passage of say forty
days, which was not unusual, she would accomplish it in
twenty-five days, or less. After paying a high compliment to
Mr. Grantham, whom he said he had professionally known for

seven or eight years, and who, of all otber men whom he knew,
was the best able to bring such a scheme as that before them to
a successful issue—he proposed that gentleman's health, as

having devoted his utmost attention to the construction of the
Antelope.
Mr. GRANTHAM having returned thanks for the marks of
approval with which his labours were on that occasion re-
warded, stated that although he was engaged with smaller screw
steamers, and had for some time identified himself with the
subject, yet this was the first vessel which could develope the
o. jest which he had in view. He was of opinion that the prin-
cipal part of our trade with North and South America, India
and China, would be carried on by vessels of the same descrip-
.

tion as the Antelope. Till now, the use of auxiliary steam
power for long voyages had been in suspense, but it was in com-
bination with iron ships that he expected a good result. The
increased capacity of the screw vessel, admitting the employ-
ment of steam power without reducing the carrying qualities,
was the means by which he expected to see his wishes realized.
(Cheers.)
The health of Captain THOMPSON, who is to command the
iron steam screw ship now in progress of construction in
Messrs. llodgson's yard, (and to run between this port and
New York,) being given, that gentleman replied, stating that
his ship would soon be launched, and that he should be lad
on the occasion to sea all who were present. (Loud cheers.)
On the health of Mr. Hadfield (one of the owners of the
vessel just launched) being drunk, that gentleman ably replied,
proposing the health of the Consul-General of the Brazils, Mr.
1)e Silva (then absent), which was drunk with all the honours,
and !replied to in a feeling manner by Mr. Braga, the vice-
consul, who proposed "Sir R. Peel and her Majesty's Minis-
ters,” with a hope that their commercial measures would con-
duce to the improvement, prosperity, and happiness of every
country with which England had an intercourse. (Applause.)
This toast, and several others that followed, were warmly
received, and the company separated, much gratified with all
they had seen and heard. Most of the ladies remained until
the close of the entertainment.

John Scott, a labourer, living at the Bone Works, deposed
that on the night of the 10th of December, he was going home
about five minutes past eight, when he saw a man and woman
standing near the flags, from which there was a road leading to
the Ten Acres Bridge. The man was about the size of the
prisoner, and had on a coat like a chandle swinger. Heard a
woman cry out " murder " and " let us go home ;" and soon after
the man put his arm round her waist, and they went on for
some distance. He then heard a second cry of "murder,"
and "spare my life," and the parties came back towards where
he was, and he afterwards lost sight of them at the towing path.
Mentioned the occurrence on the following day, when he heard
of the body being found.
Cross-examined by Mr. Pollock.—The place in question was
a common resort for parties who were on intimate terms with
each other. Had frequently heard screams from parties in
that direction when passing on former occasions. Heard the
same voice on both occasions when murder was called. Had
not reason to give any alarm ; one of the police came to him
several weeks afterwards, (the 9th Feb.) and he told him of
the circumstance, and the following day he (witness) appeared
before the,magistrates. _ _ _ . . _

Ex. resumed—Had never heard before that night cries of
"murder," or " spare my life."
Jane Woods, who lived in the Bone Works Yard, heard the
report of the body being found, and mentioned it to Scott, and
he made the statement previo"sly given.
John Sidebottom stated that he was a dyer, and lived at
Newton. On the morning of the 10th December, was engaged
in carrying water near the Ten Acres Bridge up to the hour of
about half-past eight o'clock, and if there had been anything
in the water he must have seen it. Saw a man and woman in
the lane about eight. The man was about the height of the
prisoner, and the woman had on a plaid shawl. Saw them
again shortly afterwards going in the direction of Ten Acres
Field.
Cross-examined by Mr. Pollock.—lt was the 9th of February
before I gave information of what I had seen. Did not attend
the inquest as I saw no reason for so doing.
By Mr. Sergt. Wilkins—Heard of the drowning about an
hour after I last saw the prisoner and deceased together.
Mary Russell deposed that on the 10th December she lived at
Cheetham Fold. On that night was on the way to Newton with
Rhoda Farrington, to take some materials for bonnets to be
made. Saw a man and a woman in Ten Acres Field standing
face to face, the man's face being towards them. Noticed the
female's bonnet particularly, and she and her friend were so
pleased with it that they got one made like it. Produced a
bonnet she got made. Took particular notice of the parties,
anctidentffied the prisoner as the man she saw. Saw him again
at Mr. Beswick's office, and picked him out of six others who
were there. Returned from Newton the same way about a
quarter past nine, and was told about a woman being found in
the water.

Green, a police-officer of Manchester, produced the deceased s
bonnet, which she identified as being that worn by the deceased
on the night in question. She was also shown a scarf which
she said was similar to one worn by the prisoner when seen in
the field.

Cross-examined by Mr. Pollock.—When I heard of a woman
being found in the canal thought it might be the one I had seen
with the man. Did not think it requisite to go and give evi-
dence at the inquest unless I had been requested.
Rhoda Farringdon corroborated the statement of the preced-
ing witness. . .
. .

Iy the Jury.—lt was -twenty minutes past eight when we
first saw the prisoner and deceased in the field.
John Hamer, a boy employed at Mr. Norton's steel works,
in Newton, deposed that he was returning from his work on the
night in question with a Mr. Tetlow and his brother, about
nine o'clock, when they saw something in the water like a
man's hat, on the opposite side to the towing path. Several
persons came up, and it was ascertained that what they had
seen was the body of a woman ; it was then got out of the wa-
ter by the police-officer and Tetlow. In cross-examination, he
stated that the body when drawn to the side of the water was
prevented from sinking, in consequence of being held by a man
who put his foot on the clothes and held deceased to the bank.
Did not know whether it was a man from Stockport or not, and
never said so.

By Mr. Sergeant Wilkins.—He was about the height of the
prisoner. Tetlow drew the body to the side of the bank, but
the other man prevented him from pulling it out.

Hezekiah Hamer, brother of the last witness, corroborated
his statement as to the finding of the body. The man who
came up sent for the police, and an officer came in about ten
minutes after ; and during that time he (the strange man) had
Ms foot on the deceased's dress. He went away on seeing the
light of the officer's lantern. He was similar to the prisoner as
regarded his height.
By Mr. Sergeant WlLKlris.—Did not know who the man was
that came up, but he had dark clothes on, and was about the
prisoner's height.
James Tetlow gave similar testimony, as to the features of
the body, and the man alluded to putting his foot on the de-
ceased's dress and preventing the body being taken out. He
was certain the prisoner was the man. The body was taken out
of the water with great care, and in such a way as not to bruise
it in the least. The top lip was swollen, the teeth very firmly
set ; the eyes open, and there was foam at the mouth ; the body
was quite cold. She had no shawl on, nor were there any beads
on the neck. In cross•examination he said he had always
stated that the prisoner was the man who put his foot on the
clothes and held the body, and he was positive as to his iden-
tity. Witness never put his foot on her clothes.
y Mr. WILKINs.—I wanted to get her out, and prisoner said
"No, she must stop here till the police-officer comes."
John Ogden deposed that he lived at Newton Heath, and from
information he received, went down to the canal side, and saw
the body of the deceased. He believed the prisoner to be the
man who prevented the body being taken out of the water. The
man no sooner saw the policeman coming than he made off.
The body was taken to the Three Crowns on a stretcher.
By the JUDGE.—When the man said he should not take her
out, he did not say any more, but let the matter drop.
The JUDGE.—I only wish you to understand that in any
similar case you ought to take a body out of the water, notwith-
standing what may be said by any one.
Several other witnesses were called, whose evidence was
nearly confirmatory of that previously given, as regarded this
part of the case. It was stated by one of the parties that the
deceased was carried on a ladder, and that in her pockets were
found an almanack and a Sunday school book.
Elizabeth Duffy, aunt of the deceased, assisted in laying out
the body of the deceased. She stated that the lips were swollen,
and the skin very much broken, as if caused by a blow from
the fist. There were three finger marks, and a thumb mark, on
the neck, near the throat, as if made by the right hand of some

person having seized hold of the deceased. -There were also
marks on the inner part of the thighs, as of finger nails. , Her
boots were muddy, as if she had been amongst clay, and her
dress was also dirtied, apparently from the same cause.
Sarah Partington deposed that she was a piecer at the factory
where the prisoner and deceased worked; and on the morning
of 11th December, heard the prisoner tell a person named An-
derson, that he had been at the Free Trade Hall on the pre-
ceding evening, but could not remain, as it was so crowded.
He then left, and went home, and was in bed by ten o'clock.
He said he had seen John Ellison, who asked him if he had
seen any thing of Ann, as she had not been at home all night.
He asked if there had been any words at home, and on Ellison
saying "No," prisoner remarked it was very strange. Heard
prisoner say shortly afterwards, that Mary, the sister of de-
ceased, had intimated that Ann was drowned ; and witness
said she thought so, as she knew deceased was not in the habit
of staying out. Prisoner remarked that deceased had no occa-
sion to drown herself, as she wanted for nothing. There was
something. rather remarkable in the appearance of the prisoner
that morning, and he appeared to be put oul of the way. Pri-
soner and deceased appeared to be on good terms, and there
was more than usual familiarity between them.
Cross-examined by Mr. PoLLoca.—The deceased had been
somewhat reserved in her manner for about three months be-
fore the occurrence. _

Mary Ellison, sister to the deceased, went to the mill on the
morning of the 11th, and asked the prisoner if he knew any-
thing about her, and he shook his head in the first instance.
He afterwards said it was very strange, and he appeared agi-
tated and trembled very much. Witness said she would stay
a few moments and see if she came, and he remarked that he
did not think she would come just then. No allusion was
made at that time as to deceased having been drowned.
Eliza Coates, who worked also at Murray's mill, deposed,
that on the morning of the 11th she cleaned a pair of shoes be-
longing to the prisoner, and they were covered with clay. He
trembled very much at that time, and said, " I tremble that
bad, I can hardly feel the wheel handle in my hand." His
conduct seemed extraordinary ; so much so, that witness men-
tioned it to Sarah Partington. During the morning, he sent a
girl, who worked as little piecer in the factory, to see if they
had heard anything of Ann. She returned, and said a policeman
had been to Ellison's, and informed them that a young woman
had been taken out of the water at Newton Heath, and he was
again much agitated.
Catherine Johnston, a widow, residing in Maria-street, Man-
chester, remembered an inquiry being made about the prisoner,
and witness went for him. He asked what they wanted him
for, and witness told him it was to know what sort of spirits
deceased was in when she left the mill. He was much agitated,
but went with her to Ellison's.
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Henrietta Nodin deposed that on Tuesday before last New
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Year's Day, she saw the prisoner at Shudehill, and he said, on
being asked why he was not working, that he had none, as he
had been turned away. He asked witness if she had heard of
the young woman that had been drowned about a fortnight ago,
and she said "Yes." He replied that he supposed witness had

John Gregson Morrison stated that he was a surgeon at Man-
chester. On the 30th of January made a post mortem examina-
tion of the body of deceased, after it had been exhumed; general
decomposition had commenced. The abdomen was distended.
Made an incision and opened the uterus, and discovered a
foetus of about three months in advance. Could not discover
any marks of violence owing to the state of decomposition.
Having heard the statement of the witnesses as to the appear-
ance of the body, should be led to say that violence had been
the cause of death. If strangulation had taken place, should
have expected to find the body floating as described. In a
case of ordinary drowning many of those appearances which
had been described would not take place.
Cross-examined by Mr. Pollock.—lf the body of a person
drowned had remained half an hour in the water, the skin
would be cold and pallid. The deceased was a strong muscular
woman, and would havi retained heat for some time. The
countenances of persons drowned are generally
.placid and pale.
It was not a general rule that the eyes remained open under
such circumstances, but should not take the appearance of
them into account whether they were half open or not. Had
seen more than a hundred cases of drowning; seven or eight
were tried in Paris, and all had varied.. Never took sufficient
notice to entitle him to give a positive answer to the question.
Mucous generally issues from the mouths of drowned persons.
Much would depend upon the struggling of the patient in the
water, if a drowning case, as to the rigidity of the muscles. The
quicker a party were drowned the greater would be the rigidity.
The closing of the hand would depend much upon the manner
in which the
.patient was drowned. Should not like to give a
positive opinion as to the cause of death from the fingers being
semibent, especially when the life of a fellow-creature was in-
volved. The appearances on a post mortem examination would
not show that the death was suicidal or accidental, as decompo-
sition had gone too far. Could not give an opinion as to the ex-
ternal appearances of a body, whether the party had thrown
him or herself into the water, or been pushed in. Had the de-
ceased jumped off the bridge into the water she might have
abraided the skin. In floating across the canal before the body
was cold any contact might have produced marks on the skin.
A person having fallen into the water, and struggling, might be
injured thereby.. Anything tight round the neck, such as a bed-
gown or capstring would produce discolouratior.
Mr. Sergeant WI Lxixs.—Did you ever know a capstring
make three finger marks on one side of the throat and a thumb
mark on the other.
Witness.—No, sir.
__

By Mr. WILKINS—None of the hypotheses which have been
put bear on the question very closely.
Dr. Rayner, a physician of Manchester, stated that after
hearing the evidence he should say the cause of death was
strangulation by throttling, which had preceded immersion,
The marks spoken to as being produced on the neck from the
effusion of blood in the small vessels would be produced before
death or immediately after in the act of dying. This witness
after some questions had been put to him in cross-examination
by Mr. Pollock, fell down in a state of exhaustion. Dr. Mor-
rison was called, and the witness was removed out of court ;
he recovered in a short time.

Mr. Sergeant Wiiiiircs wished to know whether his Lord-
ship intended to proceed further, as there remained seven or
eight other witnesses yet to examine.

'His LORDSHIP said his only object was to prevent the wit-
nesses yet to be examined from communicating with those that
had given evidence.

Mi. WILKINS assured his Lordship that Mr. Beswick would
take them in charge, and he (the learned Sergeant) would un-
dertake to guarantee that the request should be attended to.
The jury were ordered to be kept together, and the sheriff
took them in charge, stating that he had made arrangements
for them at the Adelphi Hotel.

The court adjourned at eight o'clock.
The following are the whole of the criminal cases remaining
for trial :
Robert M`Connell, and Henry Pearson, charged with stab-
bing.
Sarah Swift, aged 19, charged with the murder of Elizabeth
IVPGRI, at Liverpool. _ _

James Shackleton, aged 48, and Sarah Butterworth, aged 40,
charged with having, at Todmorden, committed wilful and cor-
rupt perjury.
James Garragin, charged with manslaughter.
John Crossley, and James Wild, charged with forgery.
Thomas Kiles, (out on bail), charged with manslaughter.

THE CAUSE LIST,

The Salford Hundred list, containing 59 causes, is now con-
cluded, with the exception of the special juries, fixed for Wed-
nesday, and one demurrer.
There are 7 special jury cases in the West Derby list ; 108
common juries; of these, Hutchinson v. East Lancashire Rail-
way, (special jury.) is fixed for Friday ; and Toulmin and Others
v. Hedley, (special jury,) is fixed for Thursday.
The following is a correct return of the results of the causes :