The Sun. — 1830-01-20 (London, England)

THE LATE FATAL DUEL.  Yesterday having been appointed for the final examination of Lieutenant Lambrecht, Mr. Frederick Cox; and Mr. Dudley Byrne, the parties implicated in the late duel at Battersea-fields, which proird' fatal to Mr. Oliver Clayton, at an early hour the policte-offiCe; Union-ball, was crowded with their friends and other parsons who were anxious to hear the proceedings. The following evidence was adduced, in addition to that taken at the Coroner's inquest, and which has already appeared : Curtis, an officer of Union-hall, examined—On Monday, the Ilth instant, I attended at the Red House, and was present at the inquest held on the body of Mr. Clayton. While there, Hall, the chief constable, having received informatioa relative to Mr. Cox, I was directed to Glass's lock-up-house, in Chancery-lane, where I saw that gentleman. On seeing him he exclaimed, " I am aware what you want with me." I then told him that 1 came there to apprehend him on the charge of murder, he being one of the seconds in the duel. He admitted that he was second to Lieutenant Lambrecht in the affair, and that acting in that capacity he had, with the concurrence of that gentleman, offered a verbal apology both previous to and on their meeting on the ground, which, however, was rejected by Mr. Clayton and also by his second. Mr. Cox further said that Lieutenant Lambrecht was half inclined to give a written apology. The business, however, proceeded, and immediately after the shots were fired Lieutenant Lambrecht ran towards the deceased, who was then lying on the ground, when the hitter gave him his hand, ejaculating at the same time—" I forgive you." Mr. Cox then told witness that he and Lieutenant Lambrecht left the ground together. He also mentioned to witness that he had some letters relative to the duel, which he was desirous should not be taken out of his possession. After this conversation the witness saw a Mr. Whitehead at the same house in Chancery-lane who informed him that some letters belonging to Mr. Cox, and which had reference to the duel, were then lying on a table in a room up stairs. The officer took possession of the letters, and they were at this stage of the investigation produced. The Magistrates inquired whether the communications were of a private nature, or bad reference to the unfortunate transaction then under consideration. The reply was, that their production was necessary for the parties implicated in the unfortunate affair.  The reading of the letters was therefore decided upon. The first, which we subjoin, was addressed to Lieut. Lambrecht, and is to the following effect : " Jan. 5, 1830.  " Sxu,—Not having heard from you up to this hour, it is impossible both for myself and my friend, Mr. Clayton, to wait under such uncertainty, as we have both matters which require our attention, independently of the expense I am necessarily put to in stopping at this hotel; but I shall he ready to attend your friend's appointment, having at least two clear days' notice, whether two, three, or four months hence. The sooner, however, this matter is brought to a close the better, as it is impossible, after what has transpired, any thing short of a meeting can sati-fy my friend, Mr. Clayton. As to the circumstance to which you have alluded, of his having been flogged by that ruffianly vagabond Madden, I beg to say I have in my possession that which will fully explain this matter, and in such manner as must for ever set at rest the possibility of any od:um being attached to my friend. I therefore ch be obliged by your favouring. me with a note addressed to the Tower, informing me when you have made arrangements with your friend, and directed to Henry Bigley, jun., which will prevent the transaction being known to my family.—l am, Sir, your very obedient servant, " HENRY BIGLEY, Jun. " To Lieutenant Lambrecht. (" A true copy, F. Cox.)" The following reply to the challenge sent Lieutenant Lambrseht was also read; it was addressed to Mr. Bigley, and was dated Thursday night : " As the friend of Mr. Lambrecht, I have to inform you that he will be ready to meet your friend Mr. Clayton to-morrow morning by day-break near the Red House at Battersea. (Signed) " F.