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TO BE LET,- OR SOLD, A FREEHOLD COTTAGEs with a good Garden and Orchard, desirably situated at Caldicot, near the Kail- way within a pleasant distance cf Chepstow, with every conve- nience for a small genteel family. Eoth sorts of water, and Xcs a..h. o«c.- TO BE LET. WITH IMMEDIATE POSSESSION, A COMMODIOUS HOUSE, situated at Pentonville, New- port* late in the occupation of Mr. John Phillips. There is a large garden attached, well stocked with choice fruit trees. R Application to be made to Mr. Phillips, No. 101, Stow Hill; or at the Custom House, Newport. March 2nd, 1848. CAERLEON. TO BE LET, WITH IMMEDIATE POSSESSION, AN Old-established PUBLIC-HOUSE, in the Town of Caerleon, called or known by the name of the Red House. For particulars, apply to Mr. H. M. Partridge, St. Woollos House, Stow Hill, Newport, orto Mr. W.H. Morgan, Caerleon. This advertisement will not be repeated. March 2nd, 1848. NASH, MONMOUTHSHIRE. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY MR. H. M. PARTRIDGE, At the Westgate Inn, Newport, on Wednesday, the 22nd day of March, 1848, at Four o'clock in the afternoon, subject to conditions of sale to be then produced, the following valuable freehold land :— ALL those Five Closes or Parcels of Fertile and well-culti- vated Land, containing together, by admeasurement, 16A. lR. 17p., being part of the Pye Corner Farm, and situate at Pve Corner, in the county of Monmouth, adjoining to lands belonging to John Jones, Esq., of Llanarth, and the College of Eton Lands, and also the high road leading to Whitson. The land is freehold of inheritance, and being situate within an easy distance o{ Newport, presents a favourable opportunity for an eligible investment of capital. For particulars, apply to the auctioneer; or to MESSRS. PROTHERO, TOWGOOD, & FOX, Solicitors, Newport. RISDA, MONMOUTHSHIRE. TO BE LET, WITH IMMEDIATE POSSESSION, A Roomy and Convenient Premises, on therottd side near the Albert Inn, Kisca, with a warehouse opening on the tram road, late in the occupation of Mr. Edward Edwards, (who has taken to the Albert Inn,) where an extensive trade has been carried on in the drapery, grocery, and general provision line. The shop is large, and well fitted up, and has an excellent ware room over, which opens, with foldiusj doors, upon the tram road. The house M convenient, and well-finished, and the whole premises will be let at a very moderate rent. No stock to be taken. For farther particulars, apply (if by letter, pre paid) to Mr' Edward Edwards, Albert Inn, Risca; or to Mr. H. M. Part- ridge, Auctioneer, House and Estate Agent, St. Woollos House, Stow Hill, Newport. CAERLEON VILLAGE, MONMOUTHSHIRE. MR. H. M. PARTRIDGE Is instructed by Wm. Llewellin, Esq., who (in consequence of his daughter's health requiring immediate change of climate) is leaving the neighbourhood, TO SELL BY AUCTION, On the Premises, in the village of Caerleon, on Tuesday, the 21st day of March, 1848, without reserve, ALL the New and Modern HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, in rosewood and mahogany; four-wheel dog cart, for one or a pair of horses; two-wheeled gig single and double har- ness saddles, bridles, and effects, full particulars of which will appear in next week's papers, and in catalogues, to be had on the premises, and at the Auctioneers' Offices, St. Woollos House, and 141, Commercial-street, Newport. GLOUCESTERSHIRE. TO BE LET, ON LEASE, KINGSWOOD LODGE FARM and COLLIERY, situate two miles and a half from Bristol; containing about 162 Acres of Pasture Land, of good quality, and about 138 ditto of Arable —There is a very comfortable Farm-house, with con- venient buildings attached, all in good repair, which are on a scale sufficiently extensive for the purposes of the colliery, as well as the farm. There are also two other good Cottages, with large gardens, on the farm, near the above premises. The colliery has, been in work many years, and possesses a very valuable and indispensable drainage for neighbouring col- lieries, by means of a stone drift, several hundreds of yards in length. The coal is bituminous, and has a ready sale at the different works in and around Bristol. For further particulars, apply to Septimus Redhead, Esq., Heathfield-terrace, Swansea; or to Francis Wedge, Esq., Bad- minton, Gloucestershire. SOUTHBROOK FARM. PORTSKEWETT, MON- MOUTHSHIRE. Important Sale of Fat and Stock Sheep and Cattle, Working and Nag Horses, Suffolk Drill, and other Implements. MR. JOHN MATTHEWS having relinquished part of his Farming Pursuits, has deputed Mr. PARSONS to offer for Sale by Public Auction, on the above-named Premises, On TUESDAY, MARCH 14th, 1848, the undermentioned valuable Stock, comprising 60 fat wether sheep; 60 fat ewes; 60 stock ewes and lambs; 30 yearling sheep two fat cows four fat steers two barren cows; twelve cows in calf; three Alderney cows in calf; two-year-old Here- ford bull; three ditto steers two ditto heifers; cart .gelding, six years old, sound, and good worker cart mare, ditto; two nag mares, six years old, good roadsters two nag horses, good to ride or drive; two-horse Suffolk corn drill; broad-wheel cart; three ploughs drags; two sets of long harness; set of short ditto set of plough harness, &c., &c. The Auctioneer can with propriety call the attention of his agricultural friends and the public, to Mr. Mathews's stock, which, though not extensive, is of'a very superior description. The sheep are of the Leicester and Cotswold breed, and of good quality. The cattle are principally of the Hereford breed, and well selected. Refreshments will be on the table at 11 o'clock, and the Sale will commence at 12. MONMOUTHSHIRE. TO BE SOL D 13 Y AUCTION, BY MR. WILLIAM DAVIS, On Friday, the 17th day of March, 1848, at the Castle Inn, in the Town of Usk, at Four o'clock in the Afternoon, the fol- lowing Lots of Valuable Oak, Ash, Elm, and Birch Timber, subject to such conditions as shall then be produced, LOT J. SIXTY-SIX OAK TIMBER TREES, numbered with o white paint, from 1 to 66. 75 Oak stores, marked in white paint, with a cross. 26 Birch timber trees, numbered, with red paint, from 1 to 26, 40 Ash stores, numbered, with red paint, from 1 to 40. And four Wytch trees, numbered, with red paint, from 1 to 4, all standing on the Pandy Farm, occupied by Thomas Jenkins, in the parish of Goitrey. LOT 2. Sixty-six Oak timber trees, numbered, with white paint, from 1 to G6. 60 Oak stores, marked with a cross from 1 to 60, with white paint. 24 Ash stores, numbered, with red paint, from 1 to 24. 1 Birch tree, numbered with red paint; and four Elm timber trees, numbered, with red paint, from 1 to 4, all stand- ing on the Prescoed Farm, in the parish of Lanbaddock. LOT 3. Sixty-seven Oak timber trees, numbered, with white paint, from I to 67. 44 Oak stores, marked with a cross, in white paint, from 1 to 44. 24 Ash stores, numbered with red paint, from 1 to 24. -5 Wytch trees, numbered, with red paint, from I to 5; and 3 Beech trees, numbered with red paint from 1 to 3, all standing on Alltabella Farm, in the parishes of Langwm Ucha, and Langeview. LOT 4. Ten Oak timber trees, numbered, with white paint, from 1 to 10. 3 Ash timber trees, numbered with red paint from I to 3 and 2 Birch timber trees, numbered wirh red paint, I and 2, all standing on a farm, occupied by Mrs. Rowland, in the parish of Langeview. LOT 5. Forty-one Oak timber trees, numbered, with white paint, from 1 to 41. 12 Oak stores, marked with a cross in white paint, from 1 to 12. 10 Ash stores, numbered, with red paint, from 1 to 10; and 7 Wytch trees, numbered, with red paint, from 1 to 7, on Kevenbrech^n Farm; and 7 Ash trees, numbered with red paint, from 1 to 7, standing on Tybac-y-lan Farm, adjoining Kevenbrechan, all in the parish of Langwm Ucha. LOT 6. Eighty-one Oak timber trees, marked, with white paint, from 1 to 81. 98 Oak stores, marked with a cross, in white paint, from 1 to 98. 9 Ash stores, numbered, with red paint, from 1 to 9; and 6 Wytch stores, numbered, with red paint, from I to C, all standing on Tyryfarm Lands and the Limekiln Brakes, in the parish of Langwm Ucha. LOT 7. 120 Oak timber trees, numbered, with red paint, from I to 120. -232 Oak. storaaT m»rkaU with a. of white paint; anti 8 Ash stores, numbered with red paiut from 1 to 8, standing in Coidy Farm Coppice Wood, in the pariah of Langwm Ucha. LOT 8. Thirty-seven Q*k timber trees, numbered, with white paint, from 1 to 37. 32 Ash trees, numbered, with red paint, from 1 to 32. 1 Wytch tree, numbered with red paint; and 1 Oak pollard, marked with a cross, all standing on a farm occupied by George Paske, in the parishes of Langwm Ucha and Wol- vesnewton. LOT 9. Twenty-four oak timber trees, numbered, with white paint, from 1 to 24, standing on Tyrlay Farm, occupied by David Whitney, in the parish of Langwm Ucha. LOT 10. A capital oak coppice wood, growing on the Pant Farm, in the parish of Ragland. measuring 4A. 2a. OP., and 50 oak stores, numbered with red paint from 1 to 50. N.B.—Charles Hughes, of Langwm, will shew the respective lots from 2 to 9, inclusive. Thomas Jenkins, the tenant of the lots from 2 to 9, inclusive. Thomas Jenkins, the tenant of the Pandy lot, Mr. Jones, of the Pant Farm, lot 10 and any fur- ther particulars may be known on application to Mr. William Davis, land agent, Usk. MONMOUTHSHIRE. MESSRS. BURTON AND SON, i tt,at thev have received instructions Jtespectfuily announce that inej from the proprietor, Frederick Q. Turner, Esq., who is leaving the neighbourhood, TO SELL BY AUCTION, On Monday, the 20th of March, 1848, and Twelve o'clock each day, at his residence, The Tump, near Rockfield, two miles from Monmouth, ri'Hfi whole of the Superior Modern Furniture, m rosewood 1 and mahogany, for the dining and draw ing ro°™S' ^rpry' &c., a six octave rosewood piano-forte, by Edmeads and Co, a choice collection of paintings, the excellent furniture throughout of eight bedrooms, offices, &c., &c- Also one superior Alderney cow, in full milk one halt-Diea ditto and calf; two heifers; twenty-four ewes and lambs, or to lamb; eighteen yearling sheep one sow, in farrow; part ot a rick of hay, (to go off); a superior shifting body dog cart, nearly new; double and single sets of harness, in good condition; saddles and bridles; about 1,000 gallons of good apple cider, and the casks; an excellent iron garden roller, garden lights and tools, &c., &c. The whole forming an assemblage of valuable pioperty, as will appear in descriptive catalogues, to be had in due course at the office of the auctioneers, St. Mary's-street, Monmouth. MONMOtJTHSfllRE. TO BE LET, with immediate possession, ANEATandCOMMODIOUS HOUSE,situate in the parish of Penhow, midway between Newport and Chepstow, near the mail road, lately in the occupation of Mrs. Howells, deceased. The House is in a thorough state of repair, possesses every comfort, and has recently been painted, papered, &c., regard- less of expense. Attached to the house are good Stables, with a large and prolific walled-in Garden, planted with the most choice Wall and other Fruits, &c. The above premises would be a desirable residence as a re- treat for a retired tradesman or an invalid.—The nighbourhood is highly respectable and the rent low. Apply to E. Pritchard, Auctioneer and House Agent, 15o, Commercial-street, Newport. TO PUBLICANS AND OTHERS. TO BE LET, with immediate possession, the BUTCHERS' ARMS, situate in Commercial-road, Newport. The above house commands the principal business of the New Cattte Market, being the corner house leading to it, and is now carrying on a lucrative trade. It contains a parlour, bar parlour, tap room, and drinking room upstairs, together with commodious bed rooms, kitchen, good brewhouse, cellars, skittle alley, &c. The incoming will be moderate. Apply to Mr.Parry, Butcher, Newport, or E. Pritchard, Auctioneer and House Agent, 155, Commercial-street, Newport. NEWPORTT TO BE LET, WITH IMMEDIATE POSSESSION, THE well-frequented Public or Beer-house, called The Cin- _t. der Hill Tavern. It is situated on one of the principal wharfs in the fast-improving port of Newport, and the only house between the Monmouthshire Canal and the River. It is also facing, and almost the only entrance to the Nantyglo, Tre- degar, and other wharfs, and bounded on one side by a dense population. The business now carried on is profitable, and satisfactory reasons can be given by the present proprietor for leaving. Coming in very low. Apply to Mr. Cohen, the landlord; or E. Pritchard, auc- tioneer and house-agent, offices, 155, Commercial-street, New. port. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION. Bz EWARD PRITCHARD, Unless previously disposed of by Private Contract On Monday, the 6th day of March, 1848, at the King's Head Hotel, High-street, Newport, at Three o'clock in the after- noon, precisely, in one or more lots, subject to such condi- tions as shall be then and there produced, ALL that Dwelling-house, Buildings, Garden, and Premises, situate near the Watch House at Pillgwenlly, now in the occupation of Mr Mullins, at the annual rent of £ 10. All that other Dwelling-house, Buildings, Garden, and Pre- mises, adjoining the foregoing, now in the occupation of Mr. Davies, at the annual rent of ,£10. And all that piece or parcel af Building Ground, adjoining the last-mentioned premises. The above houses are in excellent condition, being substan- tially built, containing four rooms, each with suitable conven- iences, let to good tenants, and held under lease from the Tre- degar Wharf Company for a term of 59 years, from the 25th of March, 1844, at a ground rent of £ 1. per annum. Also all that Dwelling-honse, Buildmgs, Garden, and Pre- mises, known as Hope Cottage, situate in the Commercial- road, Newport aforesaid, now in the occupation of Mrs. Eliza- beth Lewis. These premises are lately most substantially erected, contain- ing seven rooms, tastefully decorated, with offices, no expense having been spared to render them most commodious and con- venient. The above properties afford a most eligible opportunity for the investment of capital. For leave to view, application must be made to the tenants and for further particulars, to Messrs. T. G. and J. Phillpotts, solicitors, Newport, and Mr.T.M. Llewellin, solicitor, Newport, and to the Auctioneer. TO BE LET, WITH POSSESSION IN MAY NEXT, A HOUSE and SHOP, capitally situated, at Pillgwenlly, J\. for Grocers or other Business, requiring good shop and two cellars. The house consists of five bedrooms, two sitting rooms, and kitchen, &c. For further particulars, apply to Mr. William Morgan, drug- gist, Pillgwenlly. Pillgwenlly, February 24th, 1848. MONMOUTHSHIRE. CAERLEON DISTRICT OF TURNPIKE TRUSTS. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, THAT the TOLLS arising nt the Toll Gates, upon the .m turnpike roads in this District, called or known by the names of the Goldcroft Gates, Pen-yr-heol-hyr Gate, a Side Gate on the Cold Bath road, and the Christchurch Gates, with a Chain on the Christchurch hill road, leading to the Town of Caerleon, by a place known as the King's Arms Inn, will be LET BY AUCTION, To the best bidder, (subject to such conditions as will be then and there produced.) at the house of Ann Gibby, called the Hanbury Arms Inn, in the town of Caerleon, in the said county, on Thursday, the 9th day of March next, between the hours of Twelve and Two o'clock, in the manner directed by an Act passed in the third year of the reign of his late Majesty King George the Fourth, For regulating turnpike roads," which tolls produced the last letting £680, above the expenses of col- lecting them. The above gates will be put up in one or two lots, as may be agreed upon at the time of letting. Whoever hap- pens to be the best bidder or bidders, must at the same time pay one month in advance of the rent at which such tolls may be let, and give security, with sufficient sureties, to the satis- faction of the trustees of the said turnpike roads, for payment of the rest of the money monthly in advance. j JOHN HARRfES, j Clerk to the Trustees of the said Turnpike Roads. Caerleon, February 10th, 1848. LLANTHEWY RYCHERCH, MONMOUTHSHIRE. TO BE LET, COURT MORGAN COTTAGE, About Four Miles from Abergavenny, COMPRISING a good Kitchen, Parlour, Back Kitchen, and Dairy; with four Bedrooms; a large garden and suitable outbuildings. Also an Orchard, and four pieces of pasture land adjoining, planted with hedgerows of choice fruit trees; in the whole about seven acres. possession may be had on Lady-day, or the first of May next, and, for further particulars, apply to the proprietor, on the premises. The house and garden will be let without the land, if required. March 2nd, 1848. N.B.—This advertisement will not be repeated. LANARAVON FARM, MONMOUTHSHIRE, Four Miles from Newport, Five from Fontupool, and Two from Caerleon. Important sale of 16 long wool ewes, with lambs, and to lamb six three years old long wool wethers 20 Radnor ewes, with lambs, and to lamb; 20 Cross-breed yearlings; four short-horn cows, in calf; Hereford cow and calf; seven two years old heifers, in calf; two two years old steers; four yearling heifers; four calves; two barren cows; five fat heIfers; two years old short-horn bull; yearling ditto; two young and powerful draught mares, in foal by the Oxfordshire Cham- pion two ditto horses two four years old nag geldings, steady to ride and drive; one yearling filly,by Performer; Berkshire sow, in farrow; 14 store pigs; rick of hay; rye- grass seed cinquefoil seed wheat straw upwards of 1,000 gallons of cider and perry; 16 hogsheads; agricultural im- plements and household furniture. MR. W. GRAHAM Begs to announce to his agricultural friends and the public generally, that he is favoured with instructions TO SELL BY AUCTION, Without reserve, on the Premises, as above, on Tuesday and Wednesday, the 21st and 22nd days of March, 1848, THE whole of the Farming Stock, Hay, Seed, Straw, Cider, perry, casks, implements, and furniture, the property of Mr. Thomas Johnson, who is leaving the county, descriptive particulars of which will appear in handbills and future adver- tisements. The sale to commence punctually at ten for eleven o'clock in the forenoon of each day. Blue Broom, near Ragland, and Newport, Februaiy 22nd, ÚH8. MONMOUTHSHIRE. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY MR. WILLIAM GRAHAM, At the Carpenter's Arms, Blackwood in the Parish of Myny- ddilwyn, in one lot, on Wednesday, the 8th day of March 184P, at Three o'clock in the AHernoon, (subject to condi- tions of sale, which will be then produced,) by order of the mo/t?agee,iwitli power of sale,the following desirable LEASE- HOLD PROPERTY that is to say, ALL that well-known and well-accustomed Public House called the Black Horse, at Blackwood, aforesaid, now in' the occupation of Mr. John Jenkins, most desirably situated, being in the centre of the Coal Works at Blackwood, and capi- tallyjadapted for business. Also, Six very convenient Dwelling Houses, HdjoiriiDg the above, together with a stable. The above propeity is held for the unexpired residue of a term of 99 years, commencing from the 29ih September, 1815, at the yearly rent of 25s. For further particulars, apply to the auctioneer, Blue Broom House, near Ragland, and Newport; or to Mr. D. E. Partiidge, solicitor, Usk. MONMOUTHSHIRE. Important and unreserved Sale of valuable Live and Dead Farming Stock. Implements of Husbandry, Dairy Utensils, Twenty Acres of Grass Wheat, and the whole of Household Furniture. J. DAYJS Begs most respectfully to infoim his Friends and the Public, that he has been instructed, by the executors of the late Mr. William Jones, of Llanwrney Farm, situate in the Pp,rish of Llangoven, about eight nliles from Chepstow, and seven from Monmouth, to offer FUR SALE BY AUCTION, On Tuesday, the 7th, and Wednesday, the 8th days of March, 1848, COMPRISING 18 prime ewes and lambs, and to Iamb four yearling slieep; 10 very useful cows and heifers, with c;ilves, and to calve two five year old fat oxen two four year old fresh ditto two three year old store ditto; two two-year old steers three yearling steers two three year old barren heifers; one two year old barren ditto; four yearling ditto, two yearling bulls five powerful cart geldings and mares; one nag mare, in foal, seven years old, steady in harness or saddle; one half bred mare, five years old, steady in ditto or ditto one cart filly colt, two years old; one nag gelding, two years old; one pony, in foal; two sows, in farrow three store pigs. One new narrow wheeled waggon, with iron axles two other narrow wheeled waggons; broad and narrow wheeled carts, ploughs, drags, harrows, roller, dray, four sets of long harness, two sets of thiller ditto, two sets of G.O. ditto; yokes, bows, and chains; chaff engine, ditto box, winnowing fan, sieves, rid- dles, pike;, rakes, cow crib, cross saw, malt mill, corn screens, seed lip, half bushel and strike, sack bags, cider hairs, tarpaulin, long and short ladders, road and side saddles, 100 gallons of prime cider, several hogsheads, and other casks and tubs, about 30 gallons of vinegar, with numerous lots not named. Dairy goods,— Chcesepress, cowl, and ladder, vats and fol- lowers, milk pans, butter churns, ditto scales, trindles, and three milking pails. Household,—Six prime feather beds, bolsters, and pillows four-post and tent bedsteads and furniture stump ditto seven pair of blankets, 14 pair of sheets, eight quilts and counter- panes, chest of drawers, swing glasses, dressing tables, wash- stands and ware, clock and case, corner cupboards, dresser and IhelvelS, square and round tables, fenders and fire irons, kitchen and bedroom chairs, large settle, weather glass, lot of pewter plates and dishes, pots, kettle", saucepans, furnace and fixings. Lot of poultry and bees, with a useful assortment of other goods requisite for housekeeping. The grass wheat will be offered immediately after the live stock, under conditions to be produced at the time of ule The sheep are sound, of the Leicester and Cotswold breed. Suffice it to say, the goods are all of that useful description, that require no further comment. The auctioneer solicits an early attendance Refreshments on the table at ten, and sale to commence at eleven o'clock with the liTe stock. Second day, household good*. MONMOUTHSHIRE CANAL COMPANY. I CALL OF £10. ON NEW SHARES. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, ri^HAT a Fourth Call of £10. per centum on the New 1. Shares in this Company having been made, the Pro- prietors of such Shares are hereby requested to pay the said Call on or before Friday, the ?lst day of March, 1848, to the Treasurer of the Company, at th- Monmouth and Glamorgan Bank, Newport Interest at £ 5. per cent, will be allowed on the above call, from the 31st day of .'larch next, and interest at the like rate will be chargeable fron the saia 31st of March, upon all calls, until they shall be actually paid. The Company will receive payments in anticipation of calls, allowing five per cent. interest thereon. By order of the Committee, RALPH RUSCOE, Principal Clerk. Newport, February 24th, 1848. NEWPORT UNION. PARISH OF SAINT WOOLLOS. THE Board of Guardians will be prepared to receive, on t Saturday, the 18th of March instant, fenders for the valuation of the property liable to be assessed to the Poor Rate in the Parish of St. Woollos. Tenders to be sent, under cover, endorsed Valuation of Saint Woollos," to me, on or before Friday, the 17th instant. The Guardians do not pledge themselves to accept the lowest Tender. By order of the Board, W. DOWNING EVANS, Clerk. Dated March 1st, 1848. NEAVP0RT_ UNION. TO BUTCHERS, BAKERS, GROCERS, COAL MER- CHANTS, &c. [JERSONS des'rous of CONTRACTING with the Guardians t of the above Union, for the supply of the undermentioned Articles, viz.:— Beef and Mntton, such as the Rice, Carolina, per lb. Master shall approve, per lb. Salt, per cwt. Beaf Heads, each Tea, per lb. Shin Bones, weighing not less Sufrar, per lb. than 121bs. each Coffee, per lb. Bread of seconds, in 41b. loaves, Candles, per dozen lbs. baked not less than 24 hours Soap, best yellow, per lb. Cheese, two-ipeal, per lb. Starch, blue, per lb. Oatmeal, pe» vt. Soda, per lb. Butter, salt, per lb. Coals, per ton Milk, per quark from the 25th of March instant, to the 29th June next; and for the following Articles, viz :— Coats, Waistcoats,and Trousers, Blue Chambrey, per yard for Men, grey cloth Scotch Sheeting, per yard Jackets,Waistcoats,&Trousers, Cot: on Sheeting, per pair for Men and Boys, moleskin Blankets, eight quarters, per Straw Bonnets, for Women pair and Children, black and Ticking, per yard white Coverlids, per pair Calico, unbleached, per yard Women's Handkerchiefs, per Blue Print, per yard dozen from the 25th day of March instant, to the 2.5th of March, 1S19, are requested to send in Tenders for such Articles as they may wish to supply, on or before Friday, the lith instant, addressed "To the Clerk of the Newport Union, Newport," (postage free). The whole of the Articles must be of good quality, delivered at the Workhouse, free of expense to the Union, in such quan- tities as shall from time to time be required, and subject to the approval of the Board of Guardiatis. Each Tender must be signed and sealed (marked on the out- side, Tenders for Bread, kc., as the case may he), and patterns or samples 01 such Articles as admit of them, be sent to the Workhouse, at Newport. The Contractors will be required to give Security for the due performance of the Contracts, and to name their Sureties in their Tenders. The Guardians do not pledge themselves to accept the lowest Tender. N.B. Tenders that are sent in, otherwise than in accordance with the above directions, will not be received. By order of the Board, W. D. EVANS, Clerk. Newport, March 1st, 1848. CARDIFF MEETING, TO CONSIDER COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS. AT a Meeting of the Inhabitants, held in the Town Hall, Carditf, oil Tuesday Evening, the 29th ult., convened by the Mayor, for the purpose of considering the reports of her Majesty's Couimissoners on Education in Wales, It was resolved, with one dissentient, on the motion of the Rev. William Jones, seconded by the Rev. Evan Jones, 1st,—"That, in the opinion of this meeting, the Reports on Education in Wales, lately presented to her Majesty's Govern- ment, exhibit a greater desire on the part of the Commissioners to make out a case for the interference of Government in the education of the people, than to furnish correct information with reference to their real condition." On the mo'ion of the Rev. Evan Morgan, seconded by the Rev D. R. Stephen, and supported by the Rev. Thomas Thomas, 2nd,—"That this meeting deprecates the employment of Commissioners for investigating into the educational state of Wales, who were all utter strangers to the language of the people, and, in religious opinion, opposed to the vast majority of the popuiation. It declares that the reports of the Commis- sioners arc for the most part made up of information derived from partial sources, and based upon unwarrantable conclu- sions and isolated occurrences; and that throughout there is evinced in them an inveterate disposition to exaggerate the de- fects, and conceal the virtues of the Welsh people. This meet- ing, therefore, condemns the said reports as unworthy of confi- dence, unjust in their bearings upon the inhabitants of the Principality, and calculated to mislead her Majesty's Govern- ment." On the motion of the Rev. David Jones, seconded by the Rev. Lewis Powfll, 3rd,—" That a copy of the je resolutions be sent to Lord John Russell, signed by the chairman, '1 behalf of this meeting,and that they be advertised in the 'limes, Merlin, Principality, and Merthyr Guardian, newspapers." On the motion of Mr. W. Williams, seconded by C. Vaehell, Esq, "That the thanks of the meeting be given to the Mayor for his kindness in convening the meeting, and for the use of the Town Hall." C. R. V ACHELL, M.D., Chairman. TRADE PROTECTION, SOCIETY OF GUARDIANS FOR THE PROTECTION OF TRADE, 13, SWITHIN'S LANE, LONDON. Established in London in 1776. and now extending its operations throughout every part of the United Kingdom. THE objects of this Society are—To caution and protect the J- Trading Community of the United Kingdom, and others, Members of the Society, against the numerous frauds, decep- tions, and impositions, to which they are daily exposed. To make all necessary inquiries for Traders, Warehousemen, and others, previously to their giving credit, and for Landlords previously to the letting of their Houses, Warehouses, &.c. To contribute, from its funds, to Members, the means of prose- cuting those who may have practised any fraud or imposition, or been guilty of any robbery, forgery, embezzlement, or theft andot opposing in cases of fraudulent Bankruptcy or Insolvency; and, general,Y, to afford advice and assistance to Members against whose interests, asTraders, or otherwise, any malprac- tices may have been committed or attempted To assist Mem- bers in the recovery of Debts, Rent, &c. And generallv to protect, support, and assist Traders and others, Members ofthe bociety, mall matters injuriously affecting their interests; and from time to time, as occasion may require, to assist in applica- tions to the Legislature for such repeal, alteration, or amend- ment, of any Law as may appear to be injurious to their interests, an to enact such.new Laws as may be considered beneficial to the Trading Community in general' The Prospectus of the Society may be had, on personal application at the Office, A3 above; or by letter addressed to the Secretary. The Annual Subscription is One Guinea. A; TAFF VALE RAILWAY. Contracts for Works on the Rhondda Branches, THE DIRECTORS are desirous of receiving Tenders for J. the formation of about One Mile and a Half of Railway, commencing at or near the present terminus of the Rhondda Branch, and extending up the Rhondda Pach and the Rhondda Fawr. Plans and Specifications may be seen at the Superintendent's Office, Cardiff Terminus, on and after Tuesday, March 7th. Tenders may be sent in for the whole Work, or separate portions—namely, for Earthwork, or for Masonry. 1 he Company will supply materials for temporary roads and ballast waggons. Sealed 1 enders, addressed to the Directors, and endorsed Tender for Work on Rhondda Branches," to be delivered to the Secretary at or before 12 o'clock on Monday, 13th March. By Order, EDWARD KENWAY, Taff Yale Railway, ) Secretary. Cardiff, Feb. 29, 1848. BRISTOL AND SOUTH WALES JUNCTION RAILWAY. FOURTH GENERAL MEETING. AT the Fourth General Meeting of the Bristol and South Wales Junction Railway Company, held at the White Lion Hotel, in the City of Bristol, on Friday, 2oth Februaiy, 1848, JAMES GIBBS, EsQ." in the chair, The Common Seal of the Company having been affixed to the liegister of Shareholders, It uax resolved unanimously,— 1st.- That the Report of the Directors now read be received and adopted, that it be printed, and a copy sent to every Registered Proprietor. 2nd.—That the nunbcr of Directors of this Company be re- duced to nine. 3rd -—That the Declaration of Forfeiture made bv the Directors of the Shares set forth in the list now produced, signed by the chairman, be and the sanie is hereby confirmed. And this Meet-ig do order that the said Shares so forfeited, or so many of them respectively belonging to the several de- faultcrs as will be sufficient, as nearly as can be ascertained at the time of such sale, to pay the arrears then due from the several defaulters respectively, on account of Calls, together with interest, and the expenses attending such sale and decla- ration of forfeiture, be sold for that purpose. 4th.—That Messrs. James Gibbs, Francis Fry, and Henry Overton Wills, be re-elected Directors of this Company. 5th.—That Mr. Francis Grevile Prideaux be re-elected Auditor. 6th.—That the best thanks of this meeting be given to the Directors, for the zeal and ability with which they have con- ducted the affairs of the Company. JAMES GIBDS, Chairman. The chairman having quitted the chair, the thanks of the meeting were voted to him for his courteous conduct therein. RA UJWAY COMPANY. CALEDONIA^WAI' COMPANY. LOANS ON DEBENTURES. TENDERS of Loans on Debenture Bonds are now received <L in sums of not less than £;)00. for any number of years not exceeding Five. Interest to be at the rate of rive per cent, per annum, payable half-yearly in London, Edinburgh, Glas- gow, or in any Country Bank.. Tenders to be addressed to this Office, giving full name and address of Lender, T. T, T D. RANKINE, Treasurer. Caledonian Railway Omce, Edinburgh, 25th February, 1848. rea!3urer. THOMAS G ARMSON BEGS to acquaint the Public of Pontypooi and its vicinity, that he has commenced business as a Builder, Joiner, Undertaker, &c.; and hopes by combining economy and dispatch with punctuality and good workmanship, to merit a share of public patronage. T. G. has had Fourteen Years experience under eminent firms, and flatters himself that any orders with which he may be favoured will be attended to in a satisfactory manner. Albion Terrace, Pontypool, March 2nd, 1848. TO MILKMEN, &c. TO BE LET, THIRTEEN Acres of Rich MEADOW LAND, situate at Pillgwenlly. Also, an excellent milk walk attached. Inquire of J. Rogers, grocer, Pillgwenlly. Feb. 29, 1848. NOTICE. VLL PERSONS indebted to the Estate of the late MR- THOMAS JONES, Smith and Ironmonger, Newport, are requested to pay their accounts to the Executrix, Miss Mary Jones, on the premises, No. Old Green, Newport. And all persons having any claim on the said Estate, are likewise requested to send in the same immediately. Dated, Newport, Feb. 29, 1848. MONMOUTH UNION. TO BUTCHERS AND BAKERS. PERSONS desirous of Contracting with the Guardians for supplying the Workhouse and the several Divisions ofthe Union, with bread, wheaten flour, and meat, irom the 24th day of March instant, to the 21st day of September next, are re- quested to send Tenders to the Clerk at his Office in the Work house on or before Thursday, the 16th inst. The tenders must be sent before the hour of six in the even- ing of the above day, otherwise they will not be received. It is desirable that tenders should be made according to a form, which may be had of the Clerk, on application at his office aforesaid. Security will be required for the due performance of the contracts, and sureties named at the time of sending in the tenders. The guardians do not pledge themselves to accept the lowest tender. By order of the Board, E. RICHARDS, Clerk. Monmouth, March 1st, 1848. MAXWELL'S CaiVfME'RCIAL, PRIVATE BOARD ANI) LODGING HOUSE, 2 1, COLLEGE GREEN, BRISTOL. TIIE pr iprietors of the above establishment beg to inform the inhabitants and visitors of Bristol and Clifton, that they receive boarders and lodgers on the most reasonable terms; and they trust by unremitting attention to the domestic arrangements, and a liberal table, combined with moderate prices, to merit their kind support. Commercial- gentlemen will find the above establishment re- plete with every convenience. Omnibusses pass to and from the railway every half hour. I PURSUANT to a Decree of the High Court of Chancery, t made in a cause 11 Roberts against Snead," the creditors of THOMAS LEWIS, late of Saint Pierre, in the county of Monmouth, Esquire, deceased, (who died on or about the 21st day of April, 1847,) are, on or before the 23rd day of March, 1848, to come in and prove their debts before William Henry Tinney, Esq., one of the Masters of the said Court, at his Chambers, in Southampton Buildings, Chancery Lane, London; or, in default thereof, they will be peremptorily excluded the benefit ofthe said decree. ABBOTT, JENKINS, & ABBOTT, Plaintiff's solicitors. 8, New Inn, Strand, London. ABERGAVENNY RACES AND MONMOUTHSHIRE HUNT MEETING 4 RE fixed for THURSDAY and FRIDAY, April the 27th A and 28th, 1848. FIRST 1>AY—THURSDAY. THE MONMOUTHSHIRE STAKES Of 5 Sovs. each, and £ 40. added by the fund, for Horses that have never won a Plate or Stake, value £50. Ileatoue mile and a half. Three yrs. old, 7st.; 4 yrs. old, 8st, 81bs.; 5 vrs old, 9it. 4lbs.; 6 and aged, 10st. Horses bred in the County of Monmouth allowed 51bs Entire Horses to carry 31bs a' THE MONMOUTHSHIRE HUNT CUP, Value £ 20., added to & Sweepstakes of 5 Sovs. each, lor Horses bona fide the property of members of the Hunt Club, elected on or before the 4th of February, 1848. Three yrs. g, 4 vrs. lost. 710s.; 5 yrs. list. 71bs. 6 and aged, 12st. Half-bred allowed 71'os. and Horses bred in the County of Monmouth 31bs. If ridden ) y Members of any Fox Hunting Club, bv Officers of the Army or Navy, or by person qua- lified by"a Committee of the Monmouthshire Hunt Club, to be allowed 71bs. Heats, one mile and a half. A winner of this cup once to carry 31b?; twice, albs., three or more times 7lbs. extra, or any winner of £5í). and upwards once, 51bs.; twice, 71bs.; three or more times, IOlbs extra. THE LLANDILO SELLING STAKES, A Sweepstakes of 5 Sovs. each, 3 Forfeit, with £ 25. added, for Horses of all denominations. Three yrs. old to carry 9st. 91bs.; 4 yrs. old, 1"s1. 71bs.; 5 yrs. old, list. 41bs 6 and aged, list. 12ibs. Mares and Geldings allowed 31bs. The winner to be sold for 4120. If entered to be sold for JEHM., to-be allowed 51>f £ ?r £ »&* ijlhs.; if for £ 60,, 121bs«; and'lf for £ '40., 15ms. "Tile Stewards reserving the power of first claiming for the benefit of the Race Fund, if they think fit. so to do. The forfeits go to the Second Horse. Heats, aboutonen.ile. THE HUNT HURDLE RACE, A Handicap Sweepstakes of 5 Sovs. each, 1 Forfeit, and jEto added from the fund, for Horses regularly hunted during the present season with the Monmouthshire or Tredegar Honnds- Gentlem<n Riders—to be qualified by a Committee of the Hunt Clu'). To close and name on the 18th of March next, at the Hunt Dinner, Monmouth, when and where the Forfeit must be paid. Distance, about two miles, over six flights of hurdles, three feet six Inches high. The riders to be named in writing to the stewards at the Angel Hotel, Abergavenny, at One o'Clock in the Afternoon of the 26th of April. The weights to appear in the MERLIN and Beacon Newspapers on the last Saturday in March. SECOND DA V—F 11 I D A Y THE ABERGAVENNY STEEPLE CHASE. A Handicap Sweepstakes of 15 Sovs. each, 10 Forfeit, and 5 only if declared on or before 13th April, 1848, (the Forfeit o! 5 Sovs. to be paid at the time of naming ) with £ 50. added from the fund. The Second Horse to save his stakes. About four miles over a fair hunting country, and under the usual Steeple Chase Conditions. Horses ridden bv Gentle- men qualified for the Croxton Park, the Anglesey"at Good- wood, oi members of the M. 11. C. and Officers of the Army or Navy,who have not won a stake vaiue £100. to be allowed 7lbs. To close and name to the Clerk of the Races on or be- fore the 31st March next. The weights to appear in Bell's ¡,iIe on the 9th April next. A winner of £ 100. or upwards, after the declaration of the weights, to carry oibs. extra. '\ION'lOU nISHI RE HUNT STEEPLE CHASE Of 3 Sovs. each, and a Cup, value jg20. for Horses regularly hunted with the Monmouthshire or Tredegar Hounds. About three miles across the country. Certificutes to he signed by the Master of the M. II. C. or the Master of the Tredegar Hotmdf. To be Handicapped between lOst. 71bs. and Ust. and tire weights to appear at Nine o'Clock on Wednesday Evening, the 26th ot April. Horses ridden by Members of any Fox HuntinS Club, by Officers of the Army or Navv, or persona qualified by a Committee of the Hunt Club, "who have not won a stake value £ 100 to be allowed 71bs. A HANDICAP FOR THE BEATEN HORSES Sweepstakes of 3 Sovs. each, 1 Forfeit, with a Purse added by the Ladie:. Heats, about one mile and a half. Forced to Winners of the Monmouthshire Stakes, Monmouthshire Hun: Cup. and the Llandilo Selling Stakes. The Horses to be named and the Forfeit paid, in sealed letters, to the Clerk of the Races, at ti,e ^ey» £ und Hotel, on or before Eight o'Clock in the hveinng of the First Day of the Hacea, and the weights to be declared by Ten o'Clock the same night. Races not otherwise specified, to close and name to the Clerk, bv sealed letters, containing the Stakes, Clerk's Fee, and Colours of the lliders, at or-before Ont; o'Clock, p m. on Wednesday, the 26th of April, at the Swan Inn, Aberga- venny. A certain time will be appointed to start for each Race, when the Horses must appear, with their riders mounted, before the Grand Stand and any Horse not so appearing will be dis- qualified. All Ilorses to be saddled betore the Judge's Chair. Horses"to take a^e from the 1st of January.—Three Horses to start for each Race, or the Public Money will not be given. No Booth or Standing of any description to be'erected on the Race Course, unless by a Subscriber of One Sovereign to the Fund. Horses to stand at the house of a subscriber of One So- vereign to the Fund, and all former Stakes to have been paid, or not entitled ihpMgtwk wMuer. No Horse, though a winner, to be entitled to the Stakes, un- less the owner produce a certificate that he has been plated by a smith who is a Subscriber of One Sovereign to the Fund. No Objection will be received unless made in writing to the Stewards before Ten o'Clock in the Morning of each Race Day, at the Angel Hotel: and the Stakes must be made good to t; e Clerk of the Course, on the previous Evening.—The Stewards' decision (or whom they may appoint) on all points to be final. Any Rider appearing in different Colours to the Entry, to pay half a guinea to the Fund, or not to be allowed to start. Ten ShilLngsto be raid to the Clerk at the time of entry, for each Horse, towards Scnies, Weights, &c., &c. An Ordinary at th" Angel Hotel, on W ednesday, the 2Gth of April, at the Greyhound Hotel, on Thursday, the 27th, and a Ball at the Angel Hotel, on Friday, the 28th. It is particularly requested that all Subscriptions be paid to the Clerk on or before W eLiie3day, the 26th of April. Application for Booths to lie made to the Clerk, on the Race Course, at Ten o'Clock on Wednesday, tbe 10th ot April, and to be completed on or lieiore the 2»tli of April. SIR CHARLES MORGAN, BART., Tredegar, ) a. JOHN A. JONES, ESQ., Llanarth, b Stewards. JOHN RICHARDS, Clerk of the Course. No Gambling of any description will be permitted 0" the Race Course. Police will be in attendance.
I TAFF VALE RAILWAY TRAFFIC,I
TAFF VALE RAILWAY TRAFFIC, I For the week ending Fcb. 2G, 1848. I £ s. d. Passengers 250 1 0 General Merchandise 3 3 J. Williams and Co. 44 14 1 W. Coffin and Co. 189 13 5 ( Llancaiach Branch..211 11 1 | Thos. Powell < Aberdare Ditto ISO 14 1 453 jq I Llantwitt ditto 0 1J Duncan and Co 137 13 2 Dowlais Co 164 0 9 J. Edmunds 14] 5 1 Insole and Son 149 4 9 Gadlys Iron Co I gg Ditto Coal Co J 6 D. Davis 14 3 Miles and Evans 7 W. Thomas ><j 5 Thomas and Joseph. 8 Crawshay Bailey »«»•»•• 7 91837 6
I ttMES OF nIaH: W'ATER At…
ttMES OF nIaH: W'ATER At NEWPORT HU,LT WATKR- DEPTH AT MOLLN. EVKX. |DOCK. GATES. March, 1848. ) H.M. H. M. FT. rrr. 5, Sunday j G 33 fi ? 31 4 6, Monday I 7 19 7 41 33 1 7, Tuesday 8 3 8 22 34 0 8, Wednesday 8 41 9 2 33 5 9, Thursday 9 -23 9 41 32 0 10, Friday 10 1 10 ]6 29 11 11, Saturday 10 42 11 1 27 0 Day of, Sun I „ 0 Moon Q |Dayof Monthi Rises 5 Sun Sets | | Higeg_ jMoonSets.jy^ 5 6 38 I 5 46 j 6 27 < 5 oS 65 6 S 6 36! 5 48 6 57 i 7 H) 66 7 i 6 34 I 5 49 7 27 8 39 67 8 j 6 31 5 5 51 7 59 9 58 68 9 6 -29 ] 5 53 8 33 11 15 69 10 | 6 27 | 5 55 } 9 11 I m rn | 70 11 J 6 25 | 5 56 j f 9 55 j 0 27 < 71 The TREDEGAR HOUNDS will meet on Mondav, March 6th.at Marshfield Wednesday,8t,h at Ebbw Bridge Friday, 10th at Coedkernew Pound Each day at half past eleven o'clock. The MONMOUTHSHIRE HOUNDS will meet on Monday, March 6th .at Penissa Plaid Toll Bar Thursday 9th at Blackbrook Lodge Monday, 13th ..at Coldbrook Park Wednesday, 15th. at The Onion Friday, .17th at Rockfield At Half-pasf. Ten, each day. WEEKLY CALENDAR. March 5.—Quinquagesima Sunday. Morning Lesson-Gen. 9 to v. 20. Luke 16. Evening Lesson- Genesis 12. Philip 4. March 8.—Ash Wednesday.—Morning Lessons, Deut. 30. Luke 19. Evening Lessons, Deut. 81. Colos. 3. Moon's Age-New, March 5th, lb. 17m. after.
ABANDONMENT OF THE INCREASED…
ABANDONMENT OF THE INCREASED INCOME TAX. WE rejoice that Ministers at the outset of the agitation which their improper poposal had occasioned, the key note of which had been given by the press, have yielded to the universal wish thus prudently abandoning the projected increase, without putting the people to the expense and trouble which would certainly have been incurred in resisting it, and, in plain fact, which opposition, in its combined force, no government could have long resisted. They have acted wisely and con- stitutionally, and their own interests, as the heads of a great party, as well as those of the nation, will be promoted by this timely concession. Would they had gone further, and thrown themselves on the support of the country, acting with justice in largely emancipating the people by a total repudiation of the inquisitorial and infamous Income tax. We full agree with those members of Parliament who require that the present amount of tax should not continue to be levied in its existing !3 most unjust and arbitrary form. To our minds this question is of more importance than the other; in- asmuch as the principle of a tax must be of more moment than its amount. The income-tax is vicious. It must be borne in mind that the revenue cannot be raised with more real ease than from realized property. With this rational principle for a basis, resistance to the present system may he attended with success. There should, however, be no relaxation of the pressure of public opinion, with respect to our enormous expenditure, which must be greatly reduced, if the nation is ever to flourish again.
THE LATE LAMENTED LORD GRANVILLE…
THE LATE LAMENTED LORD GRAN- VILLE SOMERSET. THE operation of that inevitable law of our nature, by which our earthly existence is sooner or later cut off,-a law, the effect of which upon those immediately interested is but little diminished by its universality and notoriety,—is attended, in some cases, by peculiarly painful circumstances. When, for instance, men are cut off by the influence of agencies which need not have been called into existence,-when it is known that such events were manifest, as well as fatally effective in their action, afflicting the later scenes in the lives which they have been the means of terminating, an ingredient of increased bitterness is added to that cup of sorrow, of which survivors are compelled to drink. Bearing in mind then these general principles, and the augmented force with which their results must be attended, where the depriva- tion is more than a private one, we find their full exemplification in the demise of the noble lord, for whose removal this locality in general manifests feelings of unfeigned sorrow. It is admitted on all sides, that the excitement of the contest for the representation of this county, to which Lord Gran- ville was subjected by his opponents, seriously impaired his health and that thp petition against his return—that barbed airow, "the iron" of which entered into his soul,"—was the immediate instrumentality which caused his premature death. It is not our intention, however, to enlarge upon this melancholy subject; not because there is not much to be said, and much that might justly be spoken in strong terms too, but because, probably, from the noble and generous natures of those more immediately connected with the distinguished dead, it would be more agreeable to them, that the veil of oblivion should be thrown, as far as possible, over deeds which cannot be recalled. And we are the more inclined to tall in with the wishes that are likely to exist on the part ot those with whom all must sympathize, from the interesting nflection that the unhappy differences which had existed between the departed and his brother, the Duke of Beaufort, and which never would have reached the extent they unhappily did, but for the officious interference of others, vanished and were forgotten in the presence of death; as well as from the the further consoling fact that the Duke had nothing to do, at all events, with the origination of the petition, which, in all likelihood, had his Grace been at home, would never have been presented. Still the human mind will dwell upon suggestions tJ*vh ich it is always prone, with respect to what might have taken place, had not the fatal agencies which have deprived it ot the object of its admira- tion-Quo non prcesfaritior alter-been brought into existence. Vain as these imaginings may be, they belong to the more etherial part of our nature ;— no effort of the judgment can entirely prevent their indulgence. And, indeed, in the case of such a man as Lord Granville Somerset, there is more in this than mere fancy. However uncertain may be our speculations as to what might have been done, had such a life been lengthened, the void occa- sioned by his loss is a real one,—the cessation which that event has occasioned is one not of mere possiblities or even purposes, but of continual I performances, ofpersevering acts. While, there- fore, it would be superfluous to enter into any elaborate eulogy upon the noble dead, either in his public or private character, we should do injustice to his memory if we did not express that strong conviction which we share with so many others, from the highest to the lowest ranks, of the great and grievous loss which has been sustained by his decease. Jn the local business of the county,- not to go into details,—how much and how long will he be missed Asa representative, when will Monmouthshire "look upon his like again ? "— In the House of Commons, numerous as are its members, such a man has not disappeared without notice; for, in those departments of the public business which, if less obtrusive, are more im- pollant than mere speechifying, members possess- ing the noble lord's practical knowledge and sound judgment are rare indeed. We cannot but allude, in conclusion, to the bright example which was set by Lord Granville Somerset, to the frivolous and idle of all ranks, and especially of that to which he belonged. Scorning that indolent ease, and passive self indulgence, which characterize so many of those whom necessity impels not to active exertion, he for many years devoted himself most laboriously to the public business and interests, both of the county which he represented, and the state. He therefore stands out, in contrast to the idlers to whom we have been referring, as one of Those compared with whom mere insect tribes, Are but the beings of a summer's day." If life be measured by what is effected within its duration, his life was long indeed. May such an example not be presented in vain to the rising youth of our aristocracy and gentry; but may many young spirits, admiring his virtues and his exertions, ardently set themselves to walk in his footsteps,
ItHË ii A L,I
tHË ii A L, Loko GRANVILLE SOMERSET was buried on I Tuesday last, at Kehsal ..Green, near London. The Duke of Beaufort, the Marquess of Worcester, and several members of the Ducal family, Lord Harrowby and Lord St. Germains, cousins of Lord Granville, the Hon. W. Rodney, the stead- fast supporter of the deceased, and chief in the eloquent war for the independence ot Monmouth- shire, Sir Thomas Phillips, and other friends, were present on the sad occasion. The chief mourners were the deceased's two sons, Mr. Granville Somerset, a gentleman well known in this county for his exertions at the election, and a younger son, a student of Westminster School. The solemn service was peculiarly affecting, and tears of unfeigned sadness were shed. And thus has ended the last chapter of the history of one who had remarkable elements for usefulness who was the high bred, and, what is more important, the high principled nobleman who had corrected numerous administrative abuses had reformed many public boards and who, although he belonged to a family whose boast is that they change not, had been taught to appreciate and to recognise the progressive spirit of the age in which t, t5 his lot was cast. Lord Bacon's chapter on inno- vations had not fallen on him unheeded, although he may have differed with some of us as to the character of and the proper time for change. "Surely," says the great philosopher, "he that will not apply new remedies must expect new evils, for time is the greatest innovator and if time, of course, alters all things to the worse, and wisdom and counsel shall not alter them to the better, what shall be the end." A froward retention of customs is as turbulent a thing as an innovation and they that reverence too much eld times are but a scorn to the new." He had pondered most, it may be, over the latter paragraph. Peace and honor be to his memory
ITHE REVOLUTION IN FRANCE.
THE REVOLUTION IN FRANCE. THE extraordinary events which have succeeded each other in France, within the last few days, are yet so recent, and the new order of things is subject Z5 to the influence of so many disturbing causes, that much comment would be premature. Two or three reflections, however, appear to present themselves upon the surface of things. The calamity that has fallen upon that treacherous and unprincipled tyrant, Louis Phillipe, we cannot but look upon as richly merited. The fall of a Government with 100,000 troops, concentrated around it, being compelled to yield to a comparatively slight assault, in a capital which their wily and perfidious king had surrounded with fortifications bristling with cannon, is a momentous fact, pregnant with instruction, and indicating that the reign of mere physical force in oppressed countries, is fast coming to an end. And finally we hail with great joy, the just and wise determination of our Govern- ment not to interfere with the French people, in their undoubted right to govern themselves as they think fit. I can assure the House, (said Lord John Russell, in answer to Mr. Hume,) indeed I should hardly have thought it necessary to make the declaration—that we have no intention what- ever to interfere with the form of government which the French nation may choose to adopt, or in any way to meddle with the internal affairs of that country." This sound policy, which if adopted, in former days, by the pilot that 'gathered the storm," would have rendered us now the most piosperous people on earth, comes with additional gratification when we learn that the French Republic disclaim all desire of aggression on other powers.
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. NEWPORT CATTLE MARKET.—WEDNESDAY, MAR. 1. Price per lb. to sink the ollah s. d. s. d. Deasts 0 6 toO 65 11 Sheep 0 7 0 7 1 Calves 0 7 0 8 Pigs(perscore; S 6 10 0 The marhet this week was rather small, there being no stock from Ireland, and but a scanty supply from our own neigh- bourhood. Good.at beasts were eagelly bought up, and a complete clearance was soon effected. Among the fat cattle, we noticed some exceedingly fine Hereford oxen, from the stock of Thomas Prothero, Esq Malpas Couit, for which there was a sharp competition, and which were purchased by Mr. Hugh Morgan, at high figures. Fresh steers and heifers were easily disposed of, while there appeared' a good demand icr cows and calves. The number of sheep was far less than at late markets, but most of those that appeared were of good quality, particularly the stock of Mr. Keene, Pencrgaig, Mr. Dowlc, Caerwent, and Mr. Long of Rogiat, which met a ready sale. Good veal calves still continue to come in very sparingly. Pigs continue to sell well, particularly those which open out good pork. No horses were.offei-ed. Mr. Blewitt, member for the united boroughs, has voted for the people, on Lord Duncan's motion, for the Repeal of the Window Tax, and has been in nearly all the minorities where popular questions have been defeated. The hon. gen- tleman presented a petition (numerously signed) to the House on Friday last, against the Bristol Dock Bill. Certain impor- tant privileges were granted by former Ac's of the Legislature, to vessels trading from Newport to Bristol, and the petition prays for their continuance, the same not having been provided for in the Bill for the transfer of the Bristol Company's property to the Town Council of that city. The petition has the signatures of the mayor, iron master?, coal masters, ship- owners, and the merchants generally of Newport. ROMAN CATHOLIC RELIEF BILL.- We are authorised to state that Mr. Blewitt was prevented, by unavoidable circum- stances, from voting in favour of this Bill. The High Sheriff of this county, E. H. Phillips, Esq., has taken the official oaths. — Fox, Esq., of the firm Prothero, toogood, and Fox, has been appointed Sub Sheriff. W AnIl W oRU,-It is confidently stated that the Newport and Pillgwenlly Water Works Company have so rapidly ad- vanced with this useful undertaking, that a good supply of the pure element will be "laid on" in about three weeKs. We perceive that the workmen have been busily engaged during this week in laying down the connecting pipes betweeen the mains in different streets, indicating the near completion of one great portion of the works while the other depaitments are being proceeded in with great energy. 11 EARLY POTATOES.—On the 21st February, some ash leaf kidney potatoes were raised by Mr. Daniel Tombs, of Walnut Tree Cottage, near the town, which were of excellent quality, and free from disease, Let us hope that the next crop will be one of abundance, both in this country and unfortunate Ireland. THE LATE TEA PARTY.—It will be gratifying to the numerous respectable supporters of the great tea party and musical entertainment, at the Town Hall, on Monday week, to know that the committee, after paying all expenses, have realised the handsome sum of ;C10., which they intend, in pursuance of their announcement, to present to the Oddfellows' Widow and Orphans' Fund, at the next Quarterly Committee of Dele- gates. The committee desire us to express their grateful acknowledgments to all who directly or indirectly assisted them in carrying out the entertainment, which they promise to renew, on even an improved scale, at no distant period. ODDFELLOWSHIP -The suppoiters of this excellent and philanthropic Order will be glad to understand that numerous accessions are being made to their numbers, as the result of the late memorable proceedings at the Town ITall. On Saturday last, Edward Bell, Esq collector of customs in this port, was initiated a brother in the Temple of Peace Lodge and numerous propositions for acceptance have been received in that and other lodges, from respectable members of society, who thereby not only pursue a course advantageous and cre- ditable to but aho of service to our progressing and enlightened community. It was lately announced in Parliament, and said to be provable by documentary evidence, that the Order throughout the kingdom received .0600,000., and relieved a million of people per annum. NE;VPOFtT-ON-USK -From the frequent occurrences of miscarried letters, and other irregularities, attended oft times with great inconvenience and serious consequences to mer- chants and others, communications to whom are directed, Newport, and carried round from one town to another of the same name, until at length they arrive in the hands of the proper parties, covered with as many orders as one of Louis Philippe's spies. It is intended by many gentlemen connected with this neighbourhood, to designate our town Newport on Us^; a very euphonious title, which would become gradualh known at all post offices, and save a world of trouble, annoy- ance, and ini:ry, in commercial and other circles. It is con fidently hoped that all vvlio write to this place will adopt the suggestion. SOUTH WALES RAILWAY.—At the last meeting of this com- pany, Mr. Brunei, the company's engineer, reported, that the works generally had proceeded so far wuh success as to render their completion certain, and to remove any doubts. Of the Swansea tunnel, about one-third had been completed, and no new difficulties or expenses could be anticipated. The Newport tunnel and the adjoining works were also nearly com- pleted. The works between Chepstow and Cardiff were in a state to be opened this year, if desirable, and those to Swansea in the following spring. East of Chepstow the opening of the line must depend upon the completion of the Gloucester and Forest of Dean Railway, which may be effected in 1 ie couise of the summer of 1849." From Swansea to Llanelly the works might be completed in the same time as those from Carditt to Swansea. Beyond Llanelly there had been more delay, but the works were in progress to a short distance beyond the junction with the Haverfordwest branch. The Monmouthshire Hounds had a dashing run on Friday last. THE SCHOOLMASl ER REQUIRED IN PILT.OWENLLY. A gen. tleman, who has a taste for the curiosities of literature, saw the following rich morceau in a window at Pn gwenlly, last week, which he fairly copied, and sent to our office Logins Tolet and a Gode wherehows to Be I enkveer Whithhin ps gailloRii Whashen dun heer BRISTOL AK6 Sobtfi WAL^I ITTJJCCTIDW UATTWAV. fourth general meeting of the above con-,paiy ttas held at White Lion Hotel, on the 25tli ult. The report sets fd that everything that prudence and econoiriy could effect, ui* the late gloomy state of monetary affairs, has been M The works on the line have been suspended, no further1 penses have been incurred in the purchases of IRnd. 1 office expenses have been reduced to the lowest figure,1 the directors have, with spartan-like self denial, during suspension of active proceedings, relinquished the compel tioti voted to themselves as a board. They have appU under the new Act, to the Commissioners of Railways, fot extension of time, and are confident of obtaining it, theprflt notices required Ly the Act having been published. ) directors allege their entire confidence in the great imports* of this undertaking. They have felt it their duty to dedi 1850 shares, on which f2. only has been paid, forfeited. f number of directors has been reduced to 9. The baland, favour of the company, on the 31st Jan. last, was £ 9587<* James Gibbs, Esq chairman. We regret to find that the colliers of the red ash traded still mostfy "out "that vessels are obliged to leave this 1. without freiglit-and that even the town and neighbourW suffer from a want of the supply of fuel. We perceive by a Hull paper, that Nlr. H. Gralian,! quondam manager of a Newport c.irps dramatique, is starf it in that town to cheering audiences. The Monmouthshire Hunt Dinner will take place at mouth, on Thursday, the 16th instant, instead of the 18tb, named in the circular last October. P0NTYP00L I PONTYPOOL STEBPLE CHASES. The following are .llf weights settled on the nags, for the ::bove exciting occasi"' They have been considered, by competent and disinterest authorities, to he as light, compatible, and equitable, for etf and all, as could be anticipated st. lbs. at. lit. 1. The Roarer .11 0 8. Pembroke 10 i- 2. Saint Ruth .il 0 9. Scylla.10 I 3. Vanguard 10 8 10. Perhaps .10 4. The Bugler 10 6 11. Egremoht 10 > 5. Red Lancer •-c.IO 4 12. Bold Davy 9 '1^ 6. Variety 10 4 13. Will Watch 9 1^' 7. Gulnare 10 4 14. Dolphin. 9 ll < WE are gian to perceive, irom the published reports of1 >' Foresters' Court, held at the Winning Horse Inn, thati, respectable body in question has realised, during the lastN months, the sum of £ 40. over and above their expenditot We congratulate the court, and indulge the hope they will jl go on and prosper. | The remains of the late respected John Sloper, Esq., WL interred in Trevethin church yard, on the afternoon of Su»$\ last. The weather was extremely inclement, the rain pouri1 i down in torrents however, a considerable number of'Poti' pool's oldest tradesmen and respectable inhabitants, togetkf with a goodly assemblage of the Order of Oddfellows, ATTEND to pay the last tribute of respect to their deceased TOWNSFL^TF and brother. f Emigration to the United States and Australia appeari be the order of the day in this district. We are inforto that a large number have already set sail, and that some M t dreds from the Hills are shortly about to follow. CA unoN.-A vagrant went into the shop of Mr. J. Porti confectioner, of this town, some few evenings since, called for a loaf of bread, with which he was immediate served. The intruder very coolly broke the bread in tit placing one half in his pocket, and munching the other, aH then informed the shopkeeper that he had no money, and if about to make his exit. In this, however, he wasdisappointf as Mrs. P. was more of a heroine than he had imagined. police man was promptly called, who soon lodged the strata in the superintendent's quarters. Mr. Geo. Dawson's lecture, on the subject of "Cromwt [ and his times," was not so well attended as antic'pated. very inclement state of the weather may be assigned as till cause. We need not state that the eloquence and pointet style of the lecturer afforded general satisfaction. The maniiEL in which the subject was treated was somewhat discursive yet replete with interest and originality. The Soiiee for the benefit of the British School IS unavoil- ably postponed till Easter, when we hear, it is more tbl probable, a brilliant assemblage will grace the proceedifl with their presence and support. The towntschoo) has been opened under auspices the mq favourable, for effecting an efficient consummation of C object of its philanthropic supporters. We wish it SUCCESS ABERGAVENNY- This town and neighbourhood were visited on Sunday nil last by a terrific thunder storm, accompanied with torrents rain. Serious damage of property was apprehended, but- fortunately, it does not appear that there was any loss. The contract for building premises foi the new Nation' School has been obtained by Mr. T. Jones, Frogmore-streC at £977. lis. 6d. Several tendels were put in, which differt comparatively very much in amount—in one or two instance as much as £ 500. Mr. Jones produced a model ofthe built-' ing,which was approved of. A meeting took place at the Angel Hotel, on Tuesday lasf for the purpose of equalizing the county rate. The magistral present were S. R. Bosanquet, Esq., F. H. Williams, EscJ Coldbiook Park, and W. A. Williams, jun.,1 Esq., LlangibU Castle. TIIE GOOD OLD CUSTOM.—The domestics, labourers, &c., f Llanover Court, were copiuusly regaled with dinner on Wef nesday last, bt. David's Day. Thfy were mirthful andgratef on the occasion. Wednesday last being St. David's Day, John Arthur Jonf Esq., of Llanarth, treated his work people with a good sui stantial dinner at Llansaintfraed [House, where a consideratf number of men have been employed effecting extensive alteP tions and improvements in the premises. The operatives EF joyed the ample and generous entertainment, and the utmO* hilarity prevailed. •» "I S MONMOUTH. TESTIMONY OF RESPECT TO THE MEMORY OF THE LATK Lort GHANVILLE SOMBRSET, M.P.—On Tuesday last, the day ofth funeral of the late esteemed Lord Granville Somerset, ti$, town of Monmouth piesented a sombre and sad appearance' all the shops were closed, and the bells of Saint Mary's churcb rang muffled peals during the day. Deep regret at the mature loss which the county has sustained, was visible 011 every countenance. On Wednesday last, Mr. Hough, and Mr. John Hyattf were re-elected auditors of the borough; and Mr. Edwar Roberts and Mr. James Powell were chosen assessors for th current year. Monmouth monthly market was held on Wednesdny last,, Fat beasts fetched 6jd. to 7d. cows and calves were scarce fat sheep, 71d. pigs were in demand. On 1 uesday last a little bustle was excited in the neigt; bourhood of Wye bridge, by the following circumstance :—I, few days previously, a woman of decent exterior, in compan' with her presumed husband, took a vacant house near Wyf bridge. A van, full of furniture, arrived shortly aiterward: If but the woman having received some intelligence of an ullwe, come nature from her late home, she suddenly determined change her abode, and for that purpose left with her protectof her goods remaining behind. On the following day, tiji woman's lawful wedded husband, as Mrs. Caudle would sl:)'ll him, together with her son, made their appearance at Mon mouth, and claimed the furniture, &c., which had been left il charge. From their statement, it appeared that the frail wiie in the absence of her husband from home, had decamped will a lodger, and stripped the house of its goods. The husban' returned sooner than he was expected, and by a little actii;t inquiry he traced the fugitives to Monmouth. He immediatel; took possession of the furniture, and sold it by public auction The wife returned in the course of the day, and to her disms) and astonishment discovered that she had lost her booty, 8' well A^ her husband, her home and her character. The CO" siderate husband left her a sovereign, and they parted.
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NEWPORT TOWN HALL.—MONDAY, FEB. 28. Magistrates present—W. Jenkins, mayor, William Brewer, and Ihomas Hughes, Esqrs. Two or three persons, who had been indulging too freely 1" ■ beer, and in a stupid condition had defied the police, were noW cautioned and discharged. William Morrison was ordered to pay ,£2. 7s., and 13s. 6d, ccsts, for damage done to the schooner Morning Star, Sullivan, I master. James Durwin was charged by Capt. Trowsdale with being a runaway apprentice.-The young truant was ordered to return to the vessel. THURSDAY. Magistrates present-W. Brewer, T. Hawkins, "and T. Hughes, Esqs. John Mahony was charged with having rope in his possession) < and not giving a satisfactory account of the same.-No prose' cutor appearing, prisoner was discharged. Catherine Murphy was charged with having a quantity of old iron in her possession, of which she could give no satisfactory. account.-Discharged, no prosecutor appearing. Thomas Bevan, of Cwmdws, was charged with vagrancy. Ordered to leave the town. V A STRONG-BEER CASE. Elizabeth Speary, who supplies the lieges in Friars' Fields with an article in great request, called cwrw da, and Williani Taylor, her lodger, were charged with stealing a barrel of beer, the property of Catherine Speary, of the Ship and Castle Inn. Canal side.-The evidence went to show that three barrels 01 beer were placed outside the Ship and Castle-rather tempting by the way—and about seven o'clock in the evening, one was missed. Information was given to Sergt. Huxtable, who traced the wheel-marks af a pair of trucks to the Fields, opposite tht prisoners' door, and an empty barrel was found just by, while 9 barrel of beer was found, recently horsed, in the cellar. MR Owen ingeniously defended the prisoners, and brought them 06 in triumph—Both discharged. AN OLD DODGE UNSUCCESFVL. Susan Wheeler, who knows pretty much about the practice of the court, was charged by PC Williams with having beeH drunk and disorderly in Commercial-street.— The prisoner, resorting to an artful dodge which she has practised before, oegged hard to be grarted her liberty, on the pretence that she was to be married to a soldier on Saturday morning, and if they were disappointed, it would break their hearts But the nia' gistrates -flility -hearted men !-refused her prayer, and com- mitted her for one month. Charles Harrison, mate of the brig Susan King, was charged with assaulting William Wilson.—Ordered to pay 8s. costs. A VOLUNTEER! Jane Bro-vn, a young damsel of Amazonian proportions, was charged by PC Bath with being disorderly, and causing a crowd to assemble 011 the canal side.—Prisoner appeared to be a crea- ture of impulse. She had seized the entire clothing of a soldier, who was,the while,deeply unconcious in sleep and with military ardour she had strutted forth to the canal side, accom- panied by a troop of admirers, shouting that she was a volun- teer, ready to repel the invasion of any foreign foe. She could) not, however, say ditto with regard to a domestic foe, belonging to the Blues, who rushed up, surrounded" her, and took het a prisoner of war, to the station-housc.-Tc-day, the volunteel was fined 40s. and costs, and in default of payment, was takcin off to the Depot at Usk, there to undergo a forty-days' drill. Ann Williams, one of The Cripple's establishment in Friars, Fields, was fined 2s. 6d. and costs, or fourteen days' iuapri»on" raent, for being drunk and disorderly,