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1 ■IT*' i 11 <1 | r irniiin I^FIJ i.n ■HJH TO CORRESPONDENTS. We regret that. the alterations for the Vale of Neath Railway Advertisement reached uiir Office loo late for insertion in their V proper place, ife give them below. 7he following names should ( be Illlded to the list of the Provisional Commiltee :-Rowland t Father gill. Esq., Hensol Castle, near Cambridge Edward Robert Wood, Esq.. Stout-hall, Swansea. The name of Fredeiick Green, Esq., Porch dim and Tonmawr Collieries, I heath," should be taken out. The amount of deposit for which I each subscriber II ill be answerable is now stated to be £ 1. 10s. this should be f-2. The Prospectus from This Line is the ii(it,,rat resi,ft," d!,it:?t to Shar(,.s (ie now marketable at £ 340," should have been omitted. The Report of the Abergavenny Church Sundau School Tea Party next week. The Cardiff locarnews reached our office just at the hour of going to press and is, therefore, necessarily excluded this week. We trust vur correspondent will forward- it at an earlier period next week. Jeuan ab Gruffydd" next week. fhz announced marriage at Abergavenny, looks very like a hear. < P.H. probably so.
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j TIMES OF HIGH WATER AT NEWPORT. J HIOII WATER DEPTH AT DAYS. MORN. EVEN. DOCK GATE AUGUST H. M. H. M FT. IN. *4. Sunday io 32 10 55 24 9 *5, Monday n 7 11 3d 22 6 ^.Tuesday 11 42 0 21 20 9 ^Wednesday 1 14 1 57 20 2 £ ». ihursday 2 45 3 18 21 7 J;"day 3 56 4 21 24 0 Saturday 4 50 5 11 26 3 < i ( = i
WEEKLY CALENDAR.
WEEKLY CALENDAR. Aug. 17.—Fourteenth Sunday after Trinity. St. Bartholomew. Lessons for the Morning Service, Jeremiah 5, Acts 22. Evening Service, Jeremiah 22,1 John 1. ■•r 26.—-Prince Albert born 1819. 0N 8 AGE—-Last Quarter, Aug. 24th, 27m. after 6 after.
THE LATE ELECTIONS.
THE LATE ELECTIONS. Sunderland, a commercial town, has given itself an unenviable notoriety by sending to Parliament an avowed monopolist. Sunderland. one of the creations of the Reform Bill has used the political power that I)ill *bestowed, to elect an Anti-reformer. Sunderland, which but a few days ago was repre- sented by the liberal and enlightened son of that great patriot, Earl Grey, has elected in his place a man, to whom not only Liberalism, but Patriotism, is an empty name; a man, to whom the accumula- tion of money, with the advantages it confers, is obviously the summum bonum of his existence, and who unblushingly calls upon the inhabitants of that borough to imbibe his spirit, and to throw to the winds all considerations of national good, for the sake of their petty personal share of certain pecu- niary benefits, which, after all that has been done to obtain them, will be found to exist only in the words of plausible hustings speeches. Notwithstanding, however, the effect which a direct appeal to the pocket will produce upon a certain class of men, this election would not have been lost, but for the division among the Liberal party, occasioned by the culpable step of introducing Mr. Bagshawe. To this, we know Col. Thompson attributes his defeat; and to this it is also ascribed in their paper by the Anti-Corn-law League, who have been defeated In his person, and who but for dissension among Reformers, the direful spring of woes unnum- bered," would have had the easy triumph of an un- contested election. Sunderland, as before observed, is a Reform Bill borough; so that there are no corrupt freemen" to lay the blane upon. The Population is 40,735 the constituency about 1,700, occupying houses at a rent of £ 10. and up- wards, of whom 1124 polled, viz., 627 for Hud- son, and 497 for Thompson; and the majority for Lord Howick was between 200 and 300. Mr. Cripps, who vacated his seat, to become a Lord of the Treasury, has been re-elected for Ciren- cester without opposition; delivering a speech of some interest, as being a vindication of the measures Of the Government; and as indicating by its tone, the coming of further changes. Lord Arthur Lennox has been again returned, Without opposition, for Chichester, after his accep- tance of the office of Clerk to the Ordnance. This 18 a second quietus to the Duke of Richmond, i°8e youngest brother he is, and the agriculturists fr'™° still put their trust in this great "farmers' •end »" JQ weu Watch its effects during tlie next session. Co '.Warwick, Sir Charles Douglas, appointed a f0 ^'ssioner of Greenwich Hospital, had the good ne an uncontested re-election.
PREVENTION OF RAILWAY .ACCIDENTS.
PREVENTION OF RAILWAY ACCIDENTS. .NI otwithstanding the amount of experience in con^Vi^ mariagement> which, on many lines, is now 1 erable, there is yet a lamentable deficiency this °e Precautions against those accidents to which nj m°^e of travelling is liable, and, in our opi- to V"8 deficiency will, to a great extent, continue heavXlSt' Until the legislature shall compel, by tion pena,ties> the adoption of definite precau- nia >S ln cases in which such regulations can be <jen 6', l^is opinion is fully warranted by the evi- wh °e ore coroner's inquest upon Mr. Dean, o was killed upon the London and Birmingham • e a line which has been in existence long Hough for every available means of safety to come lnt°use, if companies could be trusted to provide such means without compulsion. And what is their system of management, even up to the present ne ? time ? This accident took place near a station, where some crossing of rails is inevitable, and where, therefore, the keeping of time is of the highest im- ortance yet, in this particular, there is the most Criminal neglect. The train which was run into, 9 (by being taken across the line along which, un- known to the parties with it, another train was coming) was no less than forty-eight minutes past time, the danger being increased by its length, which was very great. Even this perilous and ^justifiable variation, however, would not have involved an accident, but that a train came in, at nineteen minutes before time, another most culpable variation. Nor were these dangerous irregularities of an extraordinary kind for it appeared in evi- dence that the same driver had, during a recent period, frequently come in considerably before his time and one of the men connected with the line stated that the luggage train does not generally start at its time." Now, if such is the practice of an established line, and one of the principal in the kingdom, surely, it is more than time that it was amended by the intervention of a higher authority. With such an absence of system, or rather such systematic neglect of caution, and indifference to danger, the lives of passengers are obviously in the utmost peril by every train that runs. Here is a passenger killed, not by accident, but entirely and without qualification, by the most infamous neglect. The driver is ostensibly in fault, but what punishment does the law provide ? A driver who is too soon (except from some circumstance beyond his control) more than five minutes, ought i to have a week's imprisonment and hard labour, 1 for every minute up to ten, when it should be a fortnight for every minute up to fifteen, and a month for each minute up to twenty, increasing i with the danger. But the drivers are not the only persons at fault. The individual who receives and 3 sends off trains, ought to keep a strict account of j their arrivals and departures,reporting all deviations to the superintendent, and being himself liable to I the same, or a greater punishment. When a train j despatched after its time,the driver cannot arrive t in time, except by the dangerous expedient of aug- t Renting the speed. J In this case it was stated that the luggage trains ^ere despatched by two weighing clerks, yet neither g these parties had either written or printed in- t ■tructions for the performance of this important ■duty,—another piece of gross neglect, and which ttiust be attributed to the directors. So obvious a d regulation should not be left to compulsory require- a ment, but, as it is so, it should be enjoined, under s a heavy penalty. t The suggestions of Count D'Orsay (good advice v Qan come even from a Corinthian) for a guard at the n of each train, who shall communicate with the driver, by means of a cord or bell, and who shall ► -e provided with the means of rekindling the lights (i H the end of the train, if put out, is of great mo- t laent, and ought to be rendered compulsory. It is eviUently impossible for the driver to know of dan- a behind but this the guard would be aware of. £ Nor is there any practical di#iculty in the way of t carrying out the plan. These are matters worthy the attention of legis- lators, during the recess, and severe blame will rest upon them, and especially upon the government of the country, if the subject is not comprehensively taken up, as soon as Parliament meets. The life of an honourable gentlemen, as much respected as he is generally known in this county, was, not long since, imminently perilled, and the death of a professional gentleman of high rank and unimpeached honour, was occasioned by railway accidents.
PREVENTION RATHER THAN PUNISHMENT.
PREVENTION RATHER THAN PUNISHMENT. We had the pleasure recently to notice some ex- cellent remarks of Lord Denman, at our assises, (and a meeting of the first men in the county, both in fortune and intelleet, warmly applauded an al- lusion to his lordship's remarks at the Newport Races Ordinary, as far as they related to manly sports," on Wednesday last,) upon the indirect means of promoting the morality and happiness; of the people. At Worcester, the same eminent judge, an honour to the British bench, uttered sentiments upon the prevention of crime, which are worthy of great attention. H 11 is not," said his lordship, the punishment of men for crime that is the most effectual means of preventing it; we ought to remove its cause, by attending to the wants of thoie in the humble ranks of life, and providing them with a useful and religious education, giving a higher moral tone, and wor- thier operations to their minds thus elevating them from the degrading nosition in which, unfortunately, too many of them now are. The desire aud endeavour to benefit the people, and thus prevent crime, which has been too long neglected, ought to actuate thos." placed in affluence and authority, instead of a total carelessness about the cause, and an over anxiety to punish the criminal, banish him from his family and friends, and consign him to the contaminating influence of a gaol. Our true duty Is to prevent, not to punish" In one portion of these lemarks, that which re- lates to education, some of the most narrow-minded of public men will profess to concur, and perhaps pride themselves on having promoted popular ins- truction. But this promotion of education may be done in widely different ways, as well as for op- posite purposes. Some men patronise education, not because they love it, but as the least of two evils. Seeing that the masses cannot be kept in ig norance, which is what such parties would prefer,. they aim at giving them just so much knowledge, and in just such a way as will secure the greatest degree of subservience. This, however, is not the education which Lord Denman recommends; and he must not therefore be placed in the low ground which such parties occupy. He means something more when he speaks of higher moral tone," and worthier aspirations" than ever enters the minds of the class to whom we allude. But his lordship takes up another aspect of the question. He re- bukes, inferentially, but uot severely, that harsh spirit of dealing with criminals which has been sadly too prevalent. The H over anxiety to punish," which originates in narrow views, in a Pharasaic spirit, and in the absence of those en- larged sympathies which a right understanding of the Christian religion would tend to produce, is, by the force of example, imbibed by many whose na- tural dispositions, if better cultivated, would pro- duce a far better course of action. Such, we hope,, will act upon Lord Denman's advice..These sen- timents, however, coming from such authority, can- not but have very beneficial effects; and we re- joice to see indications, in some other quarters, of their becoming more general amongst the judges of the land.
REGISTRATION.
REGISTRATION. We repeat, and for the last time, this year, that the lists of voters may be seen, on application to the overseers of parishes, until Monday next, and no longer. By, or before that day, all claims ot persons omitted, and objections against -all persons unduly inserted should be prepared. The present registration is likely to decide the character of our legislation, with all its -effects upon the commerce and general being of the country, for seven years to come.
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE.
LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. NEWPORT CATTLE MARKET-WFDIESDAY, AUGUST 20. Price per Jb. to sink the offal. p. d. s- d. Beasts 0 5 J to 0 6 Sheep 0 6 0 Lambs 0 b J (>• 7 Catves. 0 0 0 -8 Pigs (per score) 7 6.. 8- o In consequence of the great fair held on the I. itti inst., the market was not so large, yet a good number of p igs and sheep appeared, which were readily disposed of. at prices rather above those obtained at the fair. But few horn pd cattle ap- peared those that did, and were fit for the sh imbies, were immediately disposed of. A few lots of Irish sto re sheep were penned, which were soon purchased by the graziers. No horses were offered. TESTIMONIAL OF RESPECT. On, Monday evening last, at a meeting of the members of the Wesleyan Society and others, held in the Wesleyan Clia pel, Newport, the Rev. N. Sibly, who has been. for two yars past, the superintendent minister of the circuit, and w hose.period of labour has now expired, was presented with a h andsome piece of plate, as a token of the esteem and attachment of those among whom he has laboured during that tinae. Subscrip- tions tor the purpose were made throughout the- circuit, and a considerable sum was raised, with which an ele gant silver tex- pot, with a suitable inscription, was purchased. The Rev. J, Roberts, the younger Wesleyan minister, who was appointed to this town by the Conference of 1844, and who now leaves Newport for Easingwold, in Yorkshire, was present on this interesting occasion, and took an active part in the ceremo- nies of the evening. Appropriate addresses were given by Mr. Webb, Pillgwenlly, who. in behalf of the asse mbly, presented the testimonial to Mr. Sibly; by Mr. Cole, Mr. M. Morris, and Mr. E. W. Jones. Mr. Sibly, much affected, warmlv and gratefully acknowledged the kindness of his friends, and an. nounced his intention to retire, in consequence of increasing age and debility, from the labours of the Christian ministry. This intimation was received with general expressions of re- gret, arising, doubtless, from a recollection of the rev. gentle- man's zealous and useful labours during his residence in this neighbourhood. We understand that a gift of some value was, a short time since, presented to Mr. Roberts, by the Wesleyan Society, as a proof of their high sense ofhis efficient labours among them. The ministers for the ensuing year, Messrs. Bar- tholemew and Howe, are expected to arrive in Newport in the course of next week. We understand that the subscription for the pur- chase of a new organ for St. Paul's Church, in this town, pro. gresses much to the satisfaction of the committee; and we have no doubt that this laudable undertaking will soon be aided by the liberal donations of the gentry in our town and neighbourhood. TRUE HIBERNIAN SISTERS SOCIETY, NEW- PORT.—On the 13th inst., the "members of this society held their anniversary at the house of Mr. W. Spritt, the Wexford and Kinsale Arms, Commercial-street, in this town. About a hundred paraded the town, with the greatest decorum, to t. Mary s Church, where the Rev. Dr. Baldacconi delivered to them an excellent and appropriate sermon, after which thev returned to their club-room. At two o'clock, the Rev. Dr. baldacconi was called to the chair, and the joyous assembly »at down to a sumptuous dinner, tastefullv prepared by host ■- putt. At a subsequent hour of the evening, about 84 of the members took tea together; and having spent a few hours afterwards in dancing, retired to their homes, highly gratified with their day's festivity. NEWPORT FAIR.—This fair, which was held on the 15th inst., was exceedingly well attended with all kinds of stock, a great pa.rt of which was of very superior quality. Prices ranged a shade lower than at our recent markets, yet i good business was done on the whole. In the cattle depart- ment, we noticed some excellent fat heifers, as to weight. Lireed, and quality, belonging to New-house farm, which were readily disposed of. We also observed some very supe- rior lots of yearling sheep, belonging to Mr. Wm. Keen, Gold- ••liif, Mr. John Taylor, Hill; and Mr. Jones, of Salt Marsh, forms as well as -some first-rate sheep of the mountain breed, fed by Mr. John Christopher, of Redwick all of which were sold for the hills, at prices, we are informed, satisfactory to the sellers. In the pig market, there appeared a great num- her of dairy-fed porkers, of excellent quality, particularly a ot of Mr. Philip Jenkins, Bishton, which were purchased, vith a great number besides, at a high pi ice for the time of fear, by Mr. Wm. Farr, to be screwed" up to Bristol, and rom thence to the Bath market. Several lots of good fresh steers and heifers, from Glamorganshire, appeared as well as t large number of the same kind of stock, from the vicinity of Newport, which were quickly sold. In the sheep market, iere were penned a great number of good fresh sheep from re and those were principally purchased bv graziers from e ocality, for keeping on, and were sought for early in the lay. A great number of horses were shewn; but most of ST* ha,S,betfnfthe °pate) of a very inferior descrip- ,• 6 v, nnade their appearance anything like use- uf.r el fr ,rauSht or saddle, were eagerly regarded, and o a goo prices. Indeed it was a most pleasing sight to o view the fair in the early part of the day, from Ruperr.- treet (situated just above our well-arranged Market-place). vhen all appeared anxious to do business, and when almost :very head of stock, and of the large assemblage of lealers, although so great in number, might be seen .t one view. We certainly are much gratified to find th-it uch an immense business is transacted weekly in this great ns.rt. and think the sum named by the originator of the esta- dishrnent, as likely to change hands veaily within its limits rill be far exceeded this first 'year, ending October iext, although such an amount certainly appeared quite an xaggeration to most persons, previously to the commence- nent of the undertaking. This being cherry fair, the juvenile larty did a good show of business, without asking an abate- nent in price; carts, panniers, baskets, &c., being empty of heir contents early in the evening The Marquess and Marchioness of Worcester ,re stopping at Llangattock Court, Crickhowell. The noble narquess and a select party, including Colonel Hallifax. have >een particularly successful amongst the grouse on the ne gh- louring hills. The 6port has been varied by some good sal- on fishing. -0-> We some time since recorded the circumstance of ft. boy being saved from drowning by the kind and heroic conduct of Sergeant Cowan, of the 75th Regiment, at the imminent risk of his own life. The facts of the case becom- ing known to the officers of the Royal Humane Society, the J secretary of the institution last week transmitted a silver me- t dal, accompanied by a handsome complimentary letter, to c Sergeant, Cowan. 1 We observe that the Screw Steam Packet Co.. t have announced a pleasure trip to Chepstow, on Thursday, the 4th of September, upon the occasion of the Horticultural Exhibition. We have no doubt that numbers in the town and neighbourhood will avail themselves of this fine opportunity of enjoying: the scenery, with which the picturesque neigh- bonrhood of Chepstow abonnds.-See Advertisement We bee: to call the attention of our readers to ( Mr. H. Phillips's advertisement of his intention of visiting the town of Abergavenny, and have no doubt that so fine a singer will be received with the welcome befitting his talents and celebrity. DEATH OF THE DEAN OF LLANDAFF.-We lament to announce the decease of the Very Rev. Wm. Bruce Knight, Dean of Llandaff, which took place, after a long and painful illness, at the Deanery, on the night of Friday, the 8th inst. The late excellent and reverend dignitary, who expired in his 60th vear, had literally impaired a naturally robust con- stitution by'a life of unceasing labour in the duties of his sacred ealli-'J-. The remains of the lamented gentleman were interred on Thursday last, in Llandaff Cathedral. The funeral was strictly private. The Right Rev. the Lord Bishop of the diocese was present, and assisted in the service, which was conducted bv the Hev. John Montgomery Traherne, Chancellor of the Cathedral, and brother-in-law of the late dignitary. The chief mourners were John Bruce Pryce, Esq., and the Ri^ht Hon. the Vice-Chancellor Knight Bruce, brothers of the de- ceased.
NEWPOPTT PTAU-ES.
NEWPOPTT PTAU-ES. STEWARDS: Samuel Homfray, Edward Jones, and W. S. Cartwright, Esqrs. These races ''came off" on Wednesday and Thursday last, under very unfavourable circumstances, so far as regards the recent most untoward weather, which, unfortunately, has given much more cause of deep regret to the husbandman than to the jportsman although the latter, in this instance, had more to complain of than the poetical jockey who wrote, on a rainy morning of a Derby day- Hence, hence, ye rude descending showers, Nor touch these slap-up nags of ours;" for the Marshes course had been taken possession of, by the waters of the Usk, during the uncommonly high tides of the two or three previous days,(which tides, of course, the "oldest inhabitant" said were quite unusual, to so great an extent, just at this time of the year';)so that the horses on the first day had a heavy wet and great discourugment to contend with, and on Thursday were constrained to piough through very sluggish and adhesive mire. In addition to all this, there were not a few croakers, who would throw every obstacle in the way of those well-meaning and public-spiritcd men—the encouragers of manly sport"— sportsgwhichJtlie brightest ornament of the Bench, has judi- cially, and, we certainly think, judiciously pronounced as tend- ing to ameliorate the habits of the masses of society-croakers who find Such a charm in melancholy They would not, if they could, be gay." Well, "the fewer men, the greater share of honour." Napoleon could not control the snows of a prematurely severe Tiussian winter, nor could the promoters of our meeting, render August, what it was hoped it would be, a beautiful harvest and racing month. They, however, aided by gentlemen from other parts of the county, whose generous conduct upon the occasion, is above all praise, have shown wha lean be done under the most adverse circumstances, and they appear determined that Newport races shall become as good as any provincial races in the kingdom. FIRST DAY. LLANARTH HURDLE RACE, Of b Sovs. each, with not less than 16 Sovs. added. Heats, about two miles and a distancp Mr. T. A. Ball's b. g. Derision, o years (G.Vivian) 1 1 Mr. Bradley's b.g. The Duke, h.b., aged ..(Vivian) 2 dr Mr. Dyke's bl. g. Mystic aged, (Morgan) 3 2 Mr. May's b. Lop Ear, h. b., 4 years ,°. drawn Mr. Bradley's b.g. The Duke, h.b., aged 2 dr Mr. Dyke's bl. g. Mystic aged, (Morgan) 3 2 IlIIr. May's b. Lop Ear, h. b., 4 years drawn This race was won easily by Derision. At starting, public opinion was pretty nearly divided between Mystic and the Duke the farmer took the lead each heat until near home, when he was collared by Derision, who won without any persuasion. Lop L&r did not run, and Duke was reserved for the second. A few who knew something of the cattle, pocketed well on the winner. FARMER'S STAKES, Of 3 Sovs. each, with not less than 10 Sovs. added from the fund. Ileats, two miles and n distance. I Mr. Hy. Smythies' b.g. Ware Wheat, aged (Owner) 1 1 Mr. Cartwright's g.g. Young Tyrant, 6 vears 2 2 Mr. George's b. g. Small Hopes, aged 3 dis Mr. Jones names b.m. Signora 4 0 Mr. George's b. g. Small Hopes, aged 3 dis Mr. Jones names b.m. Signora 4 This was marked as the last race on the card, but it was taken second. Betting, on the first display of the competitors, inclined to Signora and (notwithstanding his unpropitious name) to Small Hopes, against the other two. "W are Wheat, the winner of the Farmers' Stakes last year, took the though the celebrated Crickmere, competed with him, with an apparent determination of purpose, and kept it throughout. Mr. Smythics, who rode his horse, managed the contest in capital sporting form, and brought him in cleverly a winner. PONTYPOOL PARK STAKES, Of 5 Sovs. each, with 20 Sovs. added from the fund. He.its, two miles and a distance. Mr. T A. Ball's b e. Rein Deer, 3 years (G. \ivian) 1 1 Mr- Bradley's b. g. The Duke, h.b., aged Mr. May's b.f. Lop Ear, h.b., 3 years dis -e, h.b., aged Mr- Bradley's b. g. The Duke, h.b., aged 2 2 I Mr. May's b.f. Lop Ear, h.b., 3 years 3 dis Three to one were freely oneredon Rein Deer, a compact a lIU attractively-looking racer, who, althongh bespattered with co- pious salutationsjof mud whilst led by Duke, nearly half round the course, in the first heat, soon returned the compliment with interest, making good running the remainder, and first claim- ing the eye of the judge cleverly.' In tire second heat, the steerer of Duke knocked his knee against a post, and the Deer had it all his own way. Speed could not be expected in such an impracticable state of the course, and consequently, upon the whole, the least that is said about the day's sport the better SECOND DiY. Matters looked far more propitious on the Marshes; the motning was fine, the course had been partially rolled, the at- tendance was far more numerous than the preceding day, a large number of respectable tradesmen "came out," and the presence of several fine equipages, with some of the most distinguished families of the county, gave much interest to the scene. The first race was for the Ruperra Stakes, but a dispute having arisen as to the entrance of Frank, the affair was post- poned till after the LLANTARNAM HURDLE RACE, Of 5 Sovs. each, with not less than 20 Sovs. added. Heats, about two miles and a distance. I Mr. Bradley's b.g. The Duke, aW(i t vivian; x I Mr. May's b.f. Lop Ear, h.b 4 years £ ,» Mr. T. A. Ball's b.g. Derision, 5 years bolted There stakes brought Derision, The Duke, and Lop Ear to the J? „ ° ,r(,rP afloat that all was not on the square, post Queer rumouis wer Derision) having a will of and bcttnig u as eo -steadily, mysteriously bolted at the Ins own, a-ithoUj, people, and they were not few, went so entrance ga^e' thc wi)i might possibly have been with the tar as to saj th e up0I1 ourselves to determine the vex tta rider—we shall n^takeup en0Ugh t0 wait for poor Lop Ear, questio. Vnian Duke, who did not seem to compre- much agamst the wisnd walked oyer ™ Jv money remains in statu quo, the authorities not i erding^disposed to have the stakes coolly "walked" away with in: auch a way. RUPERRA STAKES. Of 6 Sovs each with 20 Sovs. added from the fund. Heats, about two miles and a distance < Mr T A Ball's b.c. Rem Deer, 3 years (G. Vivian) 1 1 Mr" Bradiey's b.g. The Duke, h.b., aged dis Nr. Nicholas' Frank, dis It was claimed to enter rrantt, out retused on tne grouna that application had not been made in proper time. Rein Deer was intended (perhaps for the kindness shewn Duke in the last race) to walk over, and Lop Ear was to make up the necessary three but the stewards, with prompt decision, announced that the public money wo.'ild not be added, and a select few, who were very sweet on Fr.ank, and longed for an opportunity of shewing his abilities, hj'd that opportunity afforded them by Rein Deer and Duke, and the three started for the sweepstakes (their own money only) wbJeh was won by Rein Deer; Duke having pulled up, to save l abour in vain, and Master Frank having been distanced. Rein Deer walked over for the second heat. HACK STAKES, Of 2 Sovs. each, with not less rhan 10 Sovs. added from the fund. Heats, two miL>s and a distance. Mr. C. Schwzto's b.g. Singer, agod 1 1 I Dr. Rendall's i g.m. Forget-me-Mcrt, G years 2 2 Mr. Cartwright's g.g. Young Tyrant, 6 years 3 dis Dr. Sidev names bl g. The Moor. o.years dis This was an honest and exceeding sporting race, r orget-me- not set about his business at a slapping pace, and there were backers calling out in favour of the Chiropodist, Tyrant and Singer were close at his heels, (the Moor lost his chance in consequence of an accident, when in his trial gallop ) In the run home. Singer collered Forget-me-not, and won by a couple of lengths. Tyrant just saved his distance. Money changed pockets in many instances, Tyrant having been the favourite, whilst bets were laid that Forget-me-not would be the last horse in the race. In the second heat, Forget-me not again took the lead, the three going away at a good pace, Singer evidently watching the opportunity for a rush. Tyrant soon became dea.d beat and pulled up, nd both the other horses being put out determinately, Singer came first to the post. The, owner of Forget-me-not claimed the stakes, on the ground that Singer was a tlirorough-bred horse, which, if proved, of course, disqualifies him. Forget-me-not ran exceedingly well; with o-ood training he will make a fast horse, and is not likely to have his speed impeded by any pedal excrescence. Tyrant was very tame, notwithstanding Criclunere's superior jockeyship. We believe, however, he did his best, and gave general satis- faction, except to the losers. PONY RACE, For a Purse of 5 Sovs., brought out three competitors—the notorious Tom Tough, Rory O'More, and Black Jack. Tom Tough went to work in right earnest from the starting point, •ndlefc Rory and Black Jack to be aisy" in the back dround We understand that poor O'More had not been in mlnfi more than a week, and that he was thus compelled to "S the laurels he had won. resign LADIES' PLATE, Of 15 Sovs with a Handicap of 3 Sovs. each, for beaten horses, and forced for winners. -iir w-o no hesitation in saying that this was the best race r*\€ Hav It was contested by Mr. Smythies' Ware Wheat, a iVvkes' iMvstic (riden by Morgan), and displayed first- ana !\ir- xj) \Vare Wheat piloted by Crichmere, was much the favourite with the sportmg gentlemen of the neighbourhood, the favour yesterday, was backed freely at two to one, and having l;ficatiolls 0f Mystic became known, he found hut when tne cleverly. friends, and won bis race cievc.rxy.
TIIE ORDINARIES.
TIIE ORDINARIES. 'ndifferent the sports of the Marshes came off, the However i iu d t0 have been superior to any meetings Ordinaries are amu Wpwnort °fAh%vn(fnesd1aTthe dinner took place at the Westgate Hotel, On VVean^. i forty gentlemen assembled in compliment to when upward citrnified their determination to support races the Stewards, andEsq., presided, and Edward -at Newport, Vice-President. The spirited gentlemen .Jones, Esq., ac with several of his friends, and the of Llanarth, t te shire Hunt, were present, and spent an exceedingly soc.. entered for next year. amount of subscn^ till more numerous assemblage round Thursday brought a sUli^m Cartwrighl> the festive board th utm0st hilarity prevailed, until Esq., in the ladies to the the period armed to escor.^ TQV/N HALL, jf J?rntv'ladies and gentlemen, including some Where; upwards ofand several from distant iquamll enjo/ed a Lightful re-union, till the morning began to beam. urbanity and assiduous attentions :"S'Stand as [ ctestra of Mr. Pollock acquitted themselves ell.
- CAERLEON.I
CAERLEON. I INDEPENDENT ORDER OF ODDFELLOWS. On Monday last the Independent Order of Oddfellows leld their anniversary The town at a very early hour showed o all around that mirth and festivity would be the order of the lay. At ten o clock were to be seen well dressed members lastemng towards their very fine lodge room ?t the Red Lion nn, where they formed a procession, and walked through the own in the following order The Union Jack. Band. Banner of the Order. Sword Bearers. Brothers of the White Degree bearing Regalia. Brothers of the Blue Degree bearing Regalia. Biotheis of the .earlet Degree bearuiff Regalia.' Minister and Surgeons. Dispensation. Secretaries and Supporters. .rast Secretaries. v.G. and Supporters Brothers of the Gold Degree bearing Regalia. iri N.G. and Supporters. Past Grands. P.P.D.G.M. s and Officers of Purple Degree. At twelve o'clock they went to their ancient church, where Divine Service was heard, and a suitable and verv impressive sermon was preached by the Rev. D. Jones Vicar of Caerleon, who selected his text from Psalm Ixxii. verse 7 On leaving church they proceeded over the common, through Mill-street, over the bridge, through the village, and returned through the town, and back to their lodge room where a capital dinner was prepared by their worthy host John Jones, which certainly reflected great credit on him as a liberal caterer. The members of the lodge, together with the visiting brethren, numbered about 80, After the removal of the cloth, the Rev. D. Jones, was called to preside and it would be im- possible to compliment, too highly, the verv able manner in which he discharged the duties of the chair.. The first toasts were, "Our most "racious Lady Queen Victoria," three-times-three. Band, The National Anthem." —"Prince Albert and the Prince of Wales" three-times- three. Band, "For he's a hearty good Fellow'" The worthy Chairman rose to propose the next toast, express- ing his opinion that there was not an indiviual present but would unite heart and voice in cheerine: the worthy and charit- ably disposed lady he was about proposing, "'The Queen Dowager;" one who has greatly extended her aid on behalf of the Widows' and Orphans' Fund of this noble institution. This toast was drank with vehement applause, three-times-three Band. "Here 's a health to ail good Lasses."—" The rest of the Royal Family," -The Army and Navy," three-times-three. Band, The British Granadiers."— After the above toast, the song "The Flag that braved a Thousand Years," was sung by ivlr, Longhurst in first-rate style.—"The Independent Order of Oddfellows (M.U.)," three- times-three.—"The Grand Master and Board of Directors" three-times-three. Band, "For they are Jolly Good Fellows." Song, Old England for ever shall weather the Storm bv Brother Hunter,—" The Newport District," three-times-t'hree. A few verv pleasing and infesting remarks were made here bv P.P.D.G.M. Thos. Thomas, on the progress of the order during the last five years.—" The Widows' and Orphans' Fund three- times-three. Song by N.G. Brewer. Here also we had the pleasure of learning the flourishing state of the funds and of being informed that we have in our district upwards of £ 300., for the sole benefit of this laudable branch of our institution. —"The Newport past and present District Officers" three- times-three. Thanks were heartily returned by P P D G M. Thos. Thomas.-— Chepstow and other neighbouring Districts," —"The visiting Officers and Brother* of our neighbour- ing Lodges," three-times-three. Secretary \Vring rose and said, that lie being one of the officers begged to return to them his sincere and grateful thanks, for the very kind manner in which they had been pleased to notice their neighbours. The past and present Officers of the Loyal King Arthur Lodge," three-times-three. P.P.D.G.M. John Harris gave an interest- ing account of the progress of this lodge. Song by Mr. Long- hurst. Here our worthy chairman was obliged to leave us. The brethren, with heart and voice, drank to his health and happi- ness, not forgetting every member of his family, with musical honours. We have much pleasure in saying that our friend, Mr. Long- hurst, then took the chair, and, for his able conduct therein, we feel much indebted to him--Toast., To the worthy Host and Hostess, Mr. and Mrs. Jones," three-times-three. Band, God save the Queen." There was a bad at the lodge room in the evening, at which a great number of the wives and sweethearts, of the brothers, attended. Dancing was kept up with great spirit until an early hour in the morning It is the intention of these brothers to pay respeet to their worthy vicar by their attendance at Old Caerleon Church, on Sunday evening next, at six o'clock. They will proceed from the lodge room in a body.—Correspondent. o
PONTYPOOL.
PONTYPOOL. One of the most numerous, interesting, and res- pectable juvenile processions ever formed in this town, took place on Friday, the 15th inst., consisting of the scholars be- longing to the. Pontypool Town Schoo2. The time appointed for the muster, was two o'clock, and shortly after that period, the gay string of flags that fluttered, as also the multitude of children that issued forth from the school rooms, indicated some great occasion. On inquiry, we learned that it was their annual festal day and that, the children were about to proceed to the tower, a building finely situated for expansive views, about two miles from Pontypool, there to partake of cake, tea, &c., the generous treat of the Lord Lieutenant, and Mrs Hanbury Leigh. The procession having been formed, it was headed by the Rev. Thomas Davies, M.A., the incumbent, the respected secretary, and the numerous phalanx of teachers, es- corting the children. The juvenile band marched with military precision through the principal streets, and joyously wended their way to the front of the Park House, where their benefac- tors, and a select party, were in waiting to receive them. No- thing could exceed the kindness and urbanity with which the teachers and^children were received. The Lord Lieutenant, with blandne.-s anr! condescension.mingled with the teachers and children in front of the house—recognising many eld faces, and ,n .1 kindly inquiring after others. The procession then marched onwards to the tower and it was a delightful sight to witness the children as they ascended the serpentine path through the Park, with flags waving, and banners proudly bearing up against the breeze. They resembled an army of Young Englanders proceeding on some enterprising expedition and, as we kept up with them through the park grounds, groves, and enclo- sures, we could hear many earnest expressions and wishes, that the liberal owner might long live to enjoy this Paradise. At four o'clock, the numerous band reached the place of entertain- ment, a field situated on an eminence, peculiarly adapted for such an occasion. The children, to the number of 560, were then arranged in rows of 30 each, bv the managers of the fete who, by the way, are as proverbial for their discipline, as their pupils are for their attainments Grace was then sung, and operations, in right earnest, commenced; and the manner in which the little things acquitted themselves, shewed that their appetites were just as sharp as their intellects. In olden time, it was the fashion to chronicle the number of tureens of turtle, and fat capons, consumed atacivic feast; and, perhaps, it will give some idea of the hearty condition of the company, when we state, that there were MOIbs. of cake, and 80 gallons of tea used up." The tea was helped round in tin cans by the teachers. After all had eaten, an abundance of cherries were distributed among them, by way of desert; and it was amus- r'n 7itnes* tIlp stained' hands and gipsy-like faces which louowed the free use of this additional gratification. After us, tJie JNational Anthem was suno- bv the children, with full Jiearts and stomachs, the melting straiiis of which, as they as- eendea to the skies, were melodious and exhihraling. Three loud cheers were then given for the Lord Lieutenant, and Mrs. ti,a niUr7 Lei»h J for the Rev. Mr. Davies and Lady; for t,<: ,T 'he parish; the Subscribers to the Institution; tne Master and Mistress, fee. This bein v over, a new scene of en- joyment commenced—that of scrambling for fruit; running iox and hounds, and other healthy recreations this was going loi ward during the time the teachers were partaking of tea alter winch, the juvenile army were dismi^ed t0 their respec- tive homes and,.as we viewed the thronging' multitude dis- persing along the Eden-like paths, we were fondly led to hope that they might become good and useful members of society here, and ultimately reach the realms of jov, peace, and immor- tality. The numbers of teachers and scholars amounted to 615. ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENT ORDER OF ODDFELLOWS, M.U. PONTYPOOL DISTRICT. On Monday, a grand procession of the Roval Hanbury, Phi- lanthropic Hanbury, Endeavour and Union Ledges, to the number of upwards of 300 brethren all attired 1Il their robes, and with the full regalia of the order preceded by two excellent bands of music proceeded in regular order from Pontypool to St. Luke s church, Pontnewynydd when an excellent and elo- quent sermon was delivered by 'the Rev. 0. T. H. Phillips, minister of that church, from 1st of John, lie. 3 V. The services were impressively read by the Rev — Isaacs, curate of Malpas. The singing was conducted bv Mr, Thomas Horsman and his pupils; the hsrmonv was very effective and pleasing, and clearly showed that Mr. H. had neither spared time nor zeal in bringing them forward, and to such perfection m executing many beautiful pieces of sacred music. The singiug commenced with I will arise," afterwards chaun'ting and singing Sound the Loud Timbrel," and a round called Friendship," After I the service, the Endeavour and Union lodges returned to their lodge x 00111, hoft Spittle, Abersyclian; and the Hanbury, and Philanthropic Hanbury, to their respective lodges, Pontypool- P.G.M. Thos. Greening, presiding at the Hanbury lodae and D.P.G.M. Thos. Jones, acted as Vice President. A sumptuous entertainment was provided by host, D. Thomas, of the Clarence Hotel, to which 130 sat down. After the cloth was removed, the following loyal and patriotic tonsts were drunk," The Queen."—Tune, "God save the Queen." Prince Albert." The Queen Dowager, and the rest of the Royal Family."— Tune, Here's a Health to all good Lasses." "lhe Army and Navy.Tunes, "Britons Strike Home, and Hearts of Oak." The Clergymen who had kindly officiated that day." The Rev. gentlemen returned thanks in neat and suitable speeches. The Manchester Unity of Independent Order of Oddfellows, d- Root and Branch."—Tune, True Friendship." "The Lodges in the Pontypool District."—Tune "Shonld Auld Acquaint- ance be Forgot."—" Capel Hanbury Leigh, Esq., the worthy Lord[lieutenant of the county of Monmouth. -Aar, "Fine Old English Gentleman." "Mrs Leir,h all<^ Ladies."—. Tune, "For they are Charming Creatures." "The Town and Trade of Pontypool." The healths of the President, Vfce President, and P.P.G.M. Edward Watts, w. re drank with en- thusiasm, and responded to by those gentlemen, 111 which they ably demonstrated the benefits of the order, giving a statistical account of every thing connected with it. The evening Was spent with much hilarity and good humour, and the company were entertained with some'excellent songs by brother Jones, surgeon Answell, Luce Phillips. Thomas, and others. Alto- gether, a more haimonious and pleasant evening could not The company separated about ten o clock, highly delighted with the pleasures they had experienced.
MONMOUTH.
MONMOUTH. On Thursday ni""ht week, a poor fellow, named Thomas Nott, in ihe employ of Mr. Mann, agent to a London timber company, had his leg broken by his iallmg under the wheels of a timber carria-e b Under the care of Mr. Woollett, the unfortunate sufferer is now doing well. SHIP LAUNCH. On Monday last, a noble vessel belonging to Mr. Swift, of Monmouth, ^vas launched from that gentlemW* vard at Brockweir. Ihe morning ant;CaTnUmbePr 'of persons repaired to the little village, to witness the ceremony of the launch. Sev«al boats from Monmouth and Chepstow dotted the beautiful Wye, full of happy countenances and each boat, haung its flag hoisted, had a very imnosin"- md pleasing effect. The ship itself was bedizoned with flags from stem to stern, and contained a uirge company of highly respectable persons. At eight o clock the signal being given they were removed, and the vessel shded majestically off inw h"r native element, Mrs Swift christening her the << Eliza Stewart She is 800 tons burthen and is the largest vessel which has ever been built on the Wye, on the higher side of Chepstow. A dinner was given on board the vessel to upwards of 100 workmen, in the afternoon of the day, Mr. sS and the owner. She is now being r.gged at Chepstow, and will soon be ready for sea. On Monday last, Sons of E1"lty .C,ub Monmouth treated themselves with a water excursion up the river Wye. TheTengaged barge for the purpose, over the deck of 4ich an awrnlg suspended, and tables were ranged along the length of the vessel. An excellent band of music at- | tended, which enlivened the happy voyagers with its merry I strains, as the well-freighted boat ploughed its even course. Upwards of eighty persons, of both sexes, composed the snug party. Upon their arrival at the New Weir, the disembarkation took place; and having surveyed the extensive and beautiful scenery from the summit of the fat-famed Symond's Yat, they took tea at its brow, on the green sward, after which dancing commenced, ani was kept up with much spirit until the dawn of evening brek; the spell of the fascinating recreation. The a;ay party arrivel home "without accident by flool or field," having, on their return, made the banks of the AVye echo with their melody. ALTERATION OF MAIL TIME. On and after Monday, the 1st of September next, the mails at Monmouth will arrive and be despatched at the following hours The mail from London to Carmarthen and Pembroke, will reach Monmouth at 3i minutes past 4 in the morning. A new mail from Gloucester and the North of England, and the second to Carmarthen, will arrive at one minute past 8 in the morning. The mail from Hereford for Chepstow and Bristol.will arrive at 12 minutes past 8 in the morning, and return at half-past 7 in the evening as at present. The mail for London, and the second for Gloucester, will ar- rive at 22 minutes past 8 at night. The foot post forColeford, Newland, and St. Briavels, will be despatched at 6 in the morning. The following will be the time for closing the box for the different mails :— .-roo lime tor closing. lime of- despatch. 9 30 P.M. Carmarthen 8: Pcmbroke 4 34: A.M. 7 30 A.M. Bristol and Carmarthen | 8 21 A M 2 0 P.M. Gloucester & Noith of England 2 44 P.M. 7 0 F.M. Hereford 7 35 P.M. 7 30 P.M. Gloucester and Londoit 8 22 P.M. Ihe deliveries will take place at 7 and 9 in the morning, and a quarter past 8 at night. -+-
A B KIKT A V K N N V.
A B KIKT A V K N N V. A PUGNACIOUSDAMSF.L.—OnWednesdav last, in consequence of information he had received of a man named John Phillips, having been robbed of £ 2. 10s. at a house of ill fame, called the White Lion, in Ireland street. P.C Patrick Cusak, accompanied by another constable, John Royston, tended his way thither. They were, however, unsuccessful in their attempt to discover the suspected thief. While the search was being made, the landlady, Elizabeth Lewis, Oll breathe not her name, let it sleep in the shade," poured forth, in an unceasing stream, language most foul; and not finding this of any avail in hastening the departure of the intruders, she caught up a large carving-knife, and dis- played her skill in the use, or rather misuse, of it, by inflicting a deep cut on the thumb of Royston and when Patrick CIl. sack came to his assistance, she intimated her disapprobation of his conduct by casting an iron pot, containing a stone of upwards of Jibs. weight, at his head, causing a most unseemly wound on the forehead. She was at length taken into custody, and carried before the Rev. VVr. Powell, B.D., who consigned her to the lock-up, there to ruminate until her examination. We have often heard reports of proceedings "nrried on at this house, by no means creditable or legal and now that the old lady is "knabben." we Irish her a sale and sp.,edy voyage O'er the water to Charlie;" though it is to be feared she will not be so well accommodated. FATAL ACCIDYNT.—A most distressing acci- dent occurred on'the II th inst., at Paruddvrris Iron Work*, whereby a litt'e boy. five years of a^e, lost his life. It appears that a man, named George Robins, was at work in his house, and wanting some article of his wife, sent the iittle fellow to see far her at a neighbour's house. It lyifortunately hap- pened that, at the house where he went, they had been brew ine, and a quantity of the hot liquor has just been placed in a cooler outside the door; by some accident, the child slipped backwards and tell into it. He was immediately taken out; but had been so frightfully scalded, that in taking oil his his clothes the skin peeled with them. The poor child lingered in dreadful agony until the Sunday following, when death put an end to his sufferin. s. -+-
BLAENAVON.
BLAENAVON. CORONER'S INQ UEsT.-On the 11th instant, an inquest was held at the Crown Inn, before Win. Beltt, Esq., dpmity coroner, on the body of John Stunt, who was a pauper of the parish of Wedglev, Staffordshire, and had bepn for some days begging in this neighbourhood.—Verdict, Died by the visitation of God. On the 19th instant, at the V ictoria Inn, Garndvrris, a coroner's inquest was held on the body of Edwin Robins, about six years old, who fell into a tub of hot water, on the 11th instant.-Accidental death. On the 16th instant, the Phoenix Society held their anniversary at the Smiths Arms, and a large assembly of members attended. At eleven o'clock, accompanied by an effi- cient band from Llanarth, they proceeded to Cwm Avon Villa, and partook of some cwrw da," kindly supplied by John Griffiths, Esq.; thence they attended Divine service, when an appropriate sermon was delivered by the Rev. Mr, Jones after which they returned to their club room, and partook of a • sumptuous dinner, which reflected great credit on the hostess. John Griffiths, Esq., presided. SINGULAR MODE OF CLOSING THE BUSINESS OF ONE WEEK AND COMMENCING THE OTHER —On Saturday the 16th instant, a person named F-, a local Ranter preacher, not bearing in mind the tenth commandment, entered the garden of his neighbour, who is a miner, and carried away a post, used by him for the purpose of drying clothes; and early on the Monday morning following applied to him for the use of his axe. to cleave the same, previous to his converting it into the roof of a pigstye. It is to be hoped his hearers will not follow the same example.
RH YMNEY.
RH YMNEY. CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL.—The examination of the above school took place at Tredegar on Sundav last, the 17th instant. The day being beautifully fin?, large' numbers were to be seen congregating about the time proposed to begin the journey, and precisely at two o'clock they proceeded, the choristers taking the lead, then followed the remainder of the school, walking two abreast, which amounted in all to, at least, 500 in number. Their appearance and general conduct during their walk were much praised. After arriving at Tredegar the school was met in the church-yard by the respected minister of Tredegar, the Rev. E. D. Knight, who, after they had all taken their seats, impressively read t.he service after singing, thc scholars were examined by the worthy and respected incumbent, the Rev. L. Edwards, and their answers gave entire satisfaction to all the congregation. The singing was on the present occa- sion, as usual, good, and well-disciplined, under the superin- tendence of Mr. Rees Williams, who is well-known for his skill and taste for music. At the close of the proceedings the school returned home very orderly, and entered their own church, where the Rev. J. Griffiths, curate, delivered an affecting and forcible discourse. It is very gratifying to find that this school has been carefully superintended since the opening of the church, and is going on at present producing good fruits, to the great credit of the rev. incumbent, for his zeal, exertions, and untiring efforts to carry out the objects of the institution, which so well tends to impress the Word of God on young minds, so that the poor children may remember their Creator in the days of their youth, and be trained up in the way that they should go, and when they get of age they will not depart from it.-A Correspondent. ODD.FELLOWSHIP. PRESENTATION TO MR. BUDGEN, ENGINEER, CWM CELYV AND BLA IN A IRON WORRS. On Saturday last, a very handsome medal was presented by the brethren of the Nantyglo Lodge of Oddfellows, to their P.G., Mr. R. Budgen. The members assembled at the lodge-room at nine o'clock, and at ten the medal was presented by P.P.G.M. D. S. Lewis, who eulogised, in terms of high commendation, the manner in which the worthy P.G. had discharged the duties which de- volved upon him, applauding, especially, the zeal he had displayed on behalf of the widow and orphan remarking that, whenever any opportunity occurred for relieving the dis- tresses of the desolate mother or child, he was ever found fore- most in the cause, ready and willing to put forth all his energy (by no means inconsiderable) in the benevolent cause. Mr. Budgen said that he was quite overpowered by so un, deserved and unexpected a token of their esteem and regard;- that if any good had been effected in supporting the noble cause of the widow and orphan, through his instrumentality, the credit was due, not to him, but to the very excellent la vs by which that institution was governed to carry out which, it in all their beneficial provisions, it ever had been, and ever should be, his fervent desire and aim. The Widows' and Orphans' Fund, he considered to be by far the brightest gem of their order; and it must be a subject of thankfulness lind satisfaction to every Oddfellow to know, that when their wives and children should be left lone and unprotected by those to whom they had naturally looked for support, they would, the benevolent regulations of the Widows and Orphans' Fund, lis be preserved from that want and penury which would other- wise be their portion. And concluded by saying, that to each and all of those who had presented him with so splendid a token of their esteem and regard, he returned his most cor- dial thanks. He should always loo, upon that day with feel- ings of gratitude and delight, and the recollection of it would animate him to renewed and still greater exertions in that callse,$o dear to his own heart, and that of every one whom he could hail as an Oddfellow, and meet as a brother in the bonds of Friendship. Love, and Trnth." After the very gratifying mark of reject to their P.G., the members went in procession to church, calling, on their way, at the residence of T. L. Brewer, Esq.. one of the trustees and, on their return, visiting F. Levick, Esq., and W Williams. Ksq. They then proceeded to the Blain-i [nn, where they sat down, about 75 in number, to a sumptuous dinner, provided bY their worthy host; after which, the toasts and sentiments of the order, the healths of the Royal Family, and also of any of the friends and members of the order, were given • nion afterwards they separated, all highly delighted widi the £ y"s enjoyment.
CHEPSTOW.
CHEPSTOW. Our town is certainly becoming an object of attraction. Not only the Bristol and Cardill .Mechanics, but those of Gloucester, have indulged themselves with holidays, for the purpose of visiting our charming neighbourhood. On Monday last, at twelve o'clock, the little Gloucester steam- packet, propelled by screw, came into our port, accompanied by two pleasure-boats, and containing somewhat more than 100 passengers. After landing, the company strolled different ways, and amused themselves until the hour of departuie. We have no "lions" to exhibit within the town; but the castle, and the scenery without, gave full scope for observa- tion to our visitors; and we heard the lemark from several, that they had never before seen such a beautiful country. At half-past five o'clock, the steamer was again in motion, and the visiters were on their voyage homeward. We hope they arrived safely, without encountering a similar accident to that which occurred on their passage hither. By a mischance, the steamer ran into another vessel, which sustained some damage; but the former escaped with a smart blow or two on the side, displacing a few planks. The passengers weie a little alarmed, but were soon re-assured by the master protesting there was no danger. The Granville Lodge of Oddfellows had a tea- Party lately in the castle, for the Widows' and Orphans' Fund, which was very well attended. The party broke up sooner than ordinary, owing to a change in the weather. It continued fine, however, during their repast; but as evening advanced, the rain descended copiously, and spoiled the danc- lng of the. party.
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THE CHATEAU D'Eu —The Constitutional has the follow- ing -« When the Queen of England was at the Chateau d'Eu, she expressed her admiration of the beauty of the park, regret- ing only that it was so small. Her Majesty had no sooner quit- ted the chateau than the King ordered the inspectors of his do- mhma to present him with a report as to the best method of enlarging the park. When it was found practicable his Ma- jesty immediately purchased all the land bordering the Treport <-anal m the neighbourhood of his domain which has since been >. aid out, and planted with various species of trees. j
TOWX-HALL, NEWPORT.—THURSDAY,…
TOWX-HALL, NEWPORT.—THURSDAY, AUG. 21. Present—Edward Dowling (mayor) and T. Hughes, Esqrs. Daniel Williams, of Cross-street, was charged with commiting an assault upon Sergeant Harlow and P. C. Pennymore, by ] kicking them, &c. 1 It appeared the defendant had been beating his wife. and on the officers taking him into custody, he made a resistance, and created a disturbance. He expressed sorrow for the offence, and was fined 5s. and 8s. costs, John Fitzgerald and JarlFs Jones, the former a very knowing- looking character, who pretended to be very innocent, and much horrified at the charge against him, were "put up" for picking pockets on the race course the previous day. Mr. Sergeant Huxtable deposed that he was on duty, in plain clothes, at the Newport races, and noticed Fitzgerald and Jones concerting ^together. When the horses came in from the course, and there was a rush to the stewards' box, he observed Fitzgerald put his hand into the coat pocket of a man standing looking at the race, and Jones placed himself immediately be- hind the man's back, so as to cover the hand of his associate whilst at the same time he pretended to be looking quite uncon- cerned at the race. Huxtable stated that Fitzgerald was a stranger, but that he knew Jones to be a thimble-rigger, and he saw them going on to the race course together. Committed as rogues and vagabonds to Usk for two calendar months with hard labour. John Williams and John Wilkins were also charged with pick- ing pockets. P. C. Hopkins sworn, stated that he was on duty at the race- course, and saw the two prisoners running into every crowd of persons, ancllifting the coat laps of different people. Witness kept following them about, and observed the elder prisoner Williams pushing Wilkins (a lad apparently about 13 years of age) into and amongst the crowd, and at last he detected the artful Lttle dodger putting his hand into the pocket of a young man, named I-isher, a shopman at Mr. Davis's, draper, and whilst he was doing so, Williams had hold of him round the waist, evidently endeavouring to avoid detection. William Fisher was called, and deposed to seeing the two prisoners together, and feeling something like a hand in his pocket; on turning suddenly round saw them close to him. Sentenced to two calendar months' imprisonment and hard labour at LTsk. John WKensie was charged by P. C. Bath with being 'drunk and disorderly. Discharged, with a caution. James Lupton, charged by Sergeant Huxtable with gaming on the race course with a roulette table, &c. Witness stated that the prisoner sat at one end of the table, and his wife at the other, to receive the money. He saw several persons play and lose played himself, and lost, and then took the prisoner into custody and seized the table. P. C. Bath proved warning the prisoner previously that no gambling was allowed, and also cautioned him a second time when he was fixing the table that it was contrary to law. Committed to Usk for one week, and the roulette table to be sold to pay the expencnses of his conveyance to gaol, &c. Present,—T. Hawkins and T. Hughes, Esqrs. John Jones was charged with assaulting a lad named Henry (jay ton, of Cardiff-road. There were six witnesses called, but in consequence of conflicting testimony, a conviction did not take place. Pw.rick }I'Cartlll!. Captain of the Eliza," of Youghal, was summoned by Nlr. Wrr.. ) ones I Agent to the Tredegar Wharf Company, for payment of £ 5 lis. lid., damage done to his vessel to a jetty-head at the Penner Wharf. The Captain did not deny the charge, but pleaded that he had not charge of his vessel at the time—that she was then in the hands of a licensed pilot. A clause in the Harbour Act was read, which makes the master liable for all damage occasionod by any person on board, no matter by whom at the time it was committed. Witnesses were called, and established the details of the case, and the Court ordered the Captain to pay the amount and costs. ftjaxgarel Williams summoned a butcher named Richard Macyord ior an assault. From the evidence it appeared that very low language had been used on both sides; and in fact tnat little difference existed between the husband of the com- plainant and Muckford, and the parties generally. The Court therefore, ordered the costs to be divided between the parties and so violent were the contending disputants, that Mockford had to be bound over to keep the peace towards Williams and Williams bound over to keep the peace towards Mockford. Williams left the Court swearing "foul play."
TOtVX HALL, ABERGAVENNY—WEDNESDAY,…
TOtVX HALL, ABERGAVENNY—WEDNESDAY, AUG. 20. Present—Revds. W. Powell, and G. W. Gabb. Daiid Morgan, charged by Mary Jones, with declining to support her child, which she avowed was the result of their illicit intercourse.—Mr.Owen, on behalf of defendant, requested Mary to prove him to be the father of the unfortunate being, and she having done so, the prisoner was ordered to pay 2s. 6d. weekly, until the child attains the age of thirteen years, a de- cision which by no means seemed to enhance the pleasurable feelings of poor David. On Wednesday week, a charge of assault had been preferred by Thomas Jones, against William Watkins, landlord of the Victoria, which had been settled out of court; Jones, however, brought his charge afresh on this day, but the magistrates being assured that it had been settled previously, dismissed the ase. c —————————
TOWN-HALL, CHEPSTOW.—AUGUST…
TOWN-HALL, CHEPSTOW.—AUGUST 20. Present—Capt. King, R N. George Stanley, who described himself as a shoemaker, re- siding at Bassaleg, near Newport, was charged with stealing nine geese, at the parish of Caldicot, the property of George Jones and another. Richard Jones sworn: I reside at Caldicot. I was walking across a potato field near my residence on Monday afternoon last, with my dog. I noticed him scenting about as if hunting something, and at length he stopped amongst the potatoes. I went up and saw him smelling at a sack which appeared to be full of something. I felt it, but did not open it, and then went away. In the evening I went with the constable and another man into the field, to watch if any one came to fetch the sack, and about nine o'clock the prisoner jumped over the hedge and went straight up to the place, and lifted the sack in his arms to take it away. My companions then seized him, and the con- stable requested me to take the sack home and lock it up for him. I did so, and this morning gave it up to him. The sack contained nine dead geese. Samuel Musgrove sworn: 1 accompanied the last witness into the potato field to watch if any one came for the sack. We saw the prisoner jump over the hedge and take it away. I col- lared him, and gave him to the constable. Thomas Adams sworn: I am parish constable of Caldicot. From information received I went with Mr. Jones and Mr. Mus- grove into Mr. Harding's potato field, to watch a sack which we suspected to contain stolen property. This witness corro- borated the previous statements, as to the prisoner's coming to fetch the sack, and produced it to the magistrate. It con- tained nine dead geese. George Jones identified five of the geese as belonging to him by a particular mark on the right foot of each, which he had made to distinguish them. They were turned out to feed on Caldicot moor. L Mrs. Mary Harry recognised the remaining four geese as being her husband's property. She also proved a particular mark of identification. The prisoner told a very rambling and incoherent story in defence, the purport of which was that he was the innocent agent of other parties, but no reliance could be placed on it, and he was committed for trial at the ensuing Quarter Sessionsj
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On Tuesday, the Gloucester troop of Yeomanry Cavalry marched to Hardwick court, the residence of T. B. Ll. Baker, Esq., their Lieutenant. On arriving at the lawn, the troop went through their evolutions, closing with a trial of skill at the sword exercise, Ihe prize to the winner being a silver cup, the gift of Mr. Baker. Four dummies," as they are called were erected at proper distances, two to represent the cavalry' and two of lesser height to represent the infantry. The dum- mies" are so constructed as to revolve when struck on the arms and their heads drop oft' when skilfully hit. The exercise com- menced with the troop advancing singly, each man having three chances a selection was made of about a dozen of those who had made the best hits, and each of these had one trial. The competition was very close, but the scale turned in favour of Mr. Fryer, of Epney, and to him the prize was awarded. The Corporation of Gloucester is threatened with legal pro- ceedings respecting charity trusts, &c., the expense of which would probably involve it in the same condition as that of War- wick, to wit, a state of bankruptcy.
\CORN AVERAGES,-
CORN AVERAGES, For regulating the Import Duties on Foreign Corn, from the 14th to the 20th Aug., 1845, both inclusive. Wheat. iiarley. Oats. Rye. Beans. Peas er" s. d. s. d. s. d. s. d. s. d. s. d a"e. ol 2 29 5 22 6 32 II f 40 0 | 39 6 D-u-ty. 19 0 19 0 | 6 oTiO 6 1 2 6 13 6 AnAeeonnt of Coal brought down the TRAM-ROAD and CANAL, j for the "reek ending Aug. 16th. Tram road. Canal. COAL. TONS CWT. TONS. CWT. ThomasProthero. 1353 10 75 Thomas Powell 1620 19 100 RosserThomasandCo. 821 7 T. Phillips and Son 639 7 Cargill and Co. 764 19 W. S. Cartwright 766 7 300 The Tredegar Coal Company.. 1168 0 JJ Joseph Beaumont 41,5 12 Rock Coal Company 1033 1,5 [* Roger Lewis 451 10 Joseph Jones 180 4 John Jones, Victoria 146 12 James Poole, jun 10 16 O'e, John Russell and Company. 1666 7 Latch, Cope, and Company. 991 4 Lewis Thomas and Company 105 4 James Watts •• Robert Roe R. J. Blewitt 950 Juhn \ïpoú',l 300.. J. F. Hanson British Iron C ompany CrwiUimandWcbber. John Davies Total. 12135 13 1900 IRON TOXS. CWT. TON. CWT. Tredegar Iron Company <*87 5 Ebbw Vale Company f^9 16 Rhymnev Iron Company 9 Cruttweil, Allies, and C# t Coal Brook Vale Company 33 0 •• Total 1867 8 1937 15
TAFF VALE RAILWAY TRAFFIC,
TAFF VALE RAILWAY TRAFFIC, For the week ending Aug. 16, 1845. Passengers J? General Merchandise W. Coffin aud Co • • •" *'Aci'Jc'iAY Thomas Powell Llancaiach Branch..254 15 10 i 258 18 1 Ditto Lantwit Branch 4 2 3/ Duncan and Co _Q. „ Dowlais Co icikit J. Edmunds QA A it Insole and Son 34 0 11 Dan-y-Deri Colliery 311 9 €1202 17 9
PRICES OF SHARES AT BRISTOL.
PRICES OF SHARES AT BRISTOL. COMMERCIAL ROOMS, BRIWOL, AUG. 20. Paid. Pfict per Binning. & Gloucester, ex new I 100 >132 134 Bristol and Gloucester S 30 i 30 32 p.m. Bristol and Exeter > 70 974 981 Great Western ? o0 ) 145 150 Ditto Half Shares 50 71 73 Ditto Fifth Shares 20 29 30 London and Birmingham 100 242 247 London and Brighton 50 77 774 Manchester and. Leeds > 76 < H8 123 Tatf Vale 125.16.11 140 141 Bristol Dock Shares > 147.9.0 j Ditto Dock Notes W. 121.8.9i Ditto Gas Company ^20 404 41 Clifton ditto > 25 West of Eng. &S. W.D. Bank £ 12,10 j I
To the Editor of the Monmouthshire…
To the Editor of the Monmouthshire Merlin "-A- Gentleman of the Principality" has again ap- peared, and that, too, in the character of a double assailant,— that of "a single individual," and "the Committee of the Cymreigyddion" The former, no doubt, will await his own time to reply, if he will notice a personal attack anonymously ■the committee are quite able to fight their own battle; there- fore, I have to do with him only as regards Fenni. That the "Gentleman" is a scholar, and well-versed in classic lore, and the legal history of his country, his letters prove and that he is a dangerous opponent in a paper war, his special pleading bears no less evident marks. He, like a lately deceased judge, is quite an adapt at the artful dodge; for, so adroitly does he ply it, that one would imagine the question was, whether minstrels and bards are, or are not men of good morals; whereas it has no more to do with it than artful dodging has to do with justice. The" Gentleman" loves music, for he savs "no one loves, more than he does, the simple melodies of his native land •" and courtesy obliges to believe him. But, then, he does not like them in Abergavenny, because, forsooth, some unknown ''single individual' prefers as his "hobby," the Cymreigyddion to a "Chancery suit." Who can blame him for this ? But sir did ..ot the Gentleman's" courtesy forsake him. for the'mo- menf, when he intimates that the understanding of the com- mittee is of so plain a character as not to comprehend when they are made the tools of this unknown "single individual > The singing may not have been, at the earlier meetings of the Cymreigyddion, such as would please the fastidious taste of this "Gentleman of the Principality," though hundreds of other gentlemen of the Principality hung with rapture on the "simple melody" which flowed from the "rude throats" of Morfydd glan Taff, Eos Vach, and others, while Thomas of Merthyr, and his party, elicited the loudest applause, not only for their "simple melody," but for the scientific manner in which that melody was produced. But, sir, it may be possible that these gentlemen were not competent to form so good a judgment what "simple melody" means, as this Gentleman of the Principality," though 'John Parry (Bard Alaw) was amongst them. Does the "Gentleman," Mr.Editor, presume correctly,when h. presumes that "flannel made of wool grown in Wales is Welsh flannel, wherever produced?" If so, Welsh hats, made of beaver, are no longer Welsh, but American hats; nor is cutlery manufactured in Sheffield, which happens to be the produce of our mines, any longer Sheffield, but Welsh cutlery. The "Gentleman" says he knows that the labours of the poor artisans in Wales must, sooner or later, end in disappointment and ruin; and that their manufactories will be a mockery, a delusion, and a snare." All may not be so wis. as he is—and Where ignorance ■'Tis folly to be wise." He, therefore, might not, as a lover of his own Gwyllt Wallid, to have made known his wisdom in so widely an extended journal as our county paper. But, sir, after all, this may only be an artful dodge of his, to lessen in the public estimate one of the glorious results of our Cymreigyddion — the increased make of our far-famed Welsh flannel. Very truly yours, August 18, 1845. FENNI. P.S.—I wish he would give us his name; it appears so un- friendly to correspond with, or about, a man we don't know. Perhaps, Mr. Editor, if he is writable, next week, you can persuade him to give his name and address. +
To the Editor of the Monmouthshire…
To the Editor of the Monmouthshire Merlin. Sir,—As the letter of the Gentleman of the Principality," in your last publication, contains nothing but a repetition of the groundless assertions which form the substance of his former communication, the committee think it unnecessary to reply to him, or to any I other observation he may make, except he append his name and address to it. I remain, sir, yours, &c., For the Committee of the Abergavenny Cymreigyddion Society, HENRY MORGAN, Secretary. Committee Rooms, Abergavenny, August 20th, 1845.
THE HAPPY VALLEY. v
THE HAPPY VALLEY. v To the Editor of the Monmouthshire Merlin. SIR, — Since my sojourning here, I have been fortunate enough to secure the acquaintance of a gentleman, who is a good cicerone in explaining the curiosities of this neighbourhood. He is what may be called eccentric in his manners, but possexs- ing withal a good sound discrimination. Having a small inde- pendance, and being a native, he spends his leisure in travelling from town to town, in the county, chiefly but, on a sudden, he will start on a foreign expedition. He has visited Paris, Ham- burgh, St. Petersburgh, &c. — has inspected the field of Waterloo, and, at present, talks of making his way to China, to gain some knowledge of the habits of that extraordinary people. He performs his journeys, for the most part, on foot, having a great dislike to coach and steam travelling; but thinks he must venture by the latter on his visit to the Celestial Empire. I met this curious charater (whom I shall designate the Gentleman in Brown, from the colour of his clothing) in one of my morning walks. I am an early riser, and was abroad about six a.m. Passing through the streets, there was no sign of animation—the inhabitants fettered lay in downy sleep so I climbed a hill above the town, to get a view of the two rivers and on reaching the summit I perceived the Gentleman in Brown. After the usual salutation, we entered into conversa- tion on the weather, &c. The good folks hereabouts do not get up very early," I remarked. "No," said Mr. B.,i"they have a habit of keeping their shops open so late at night, that they claim a little indulgence in the morning. Most part of their business is done by gas-light, between seven and nine o'clock. (Looking at his watch.) They will be moving now, it is cl.;ht o'clock." We returned to the town, and, sure enough, the shutters were in motion-the business of the day had began. The Gentleman in Brown, and myself, are now pretty con- stant in our walks. There is very little that escapes his notice We were, one day, sadly annoyed by a drunken fellow, who, from our appearance, as I suppose, took us for foreigners, and, therefore, fair game; he encouraged a mob of boys to hoot us I afterwards heard that he was not a native,ethere are no lovers of strong drink in this pure region. I enquired of Mr. Brown, wherp we could meet with a magistrate, to afford us protection. "There are no magistrates here; but a dogberry and verger are deemed sufficient for the peace of the town if you need their assistance, you will have some trouble to find them—they are here and there and nowhere. Upon expressing my surprise that the inhabitants were thus left defenceless. Mr. B. remarked, that the people in general were so peacefully disposed, and crime was so little known, that justices of the peace would be quite useless. "Happy land! blissful race t sleep on! WAw!?er A'UU' 1 observed a man in the street, with a bell in not carry the outward marks of his oSl hat, bhie gown, &c., I guessed him to be the town- rnstomarv ""r? I M three times, but did not ejaculate the -j T^ y*8• He then opened his mouth, but what ™ r>!dt^rmine itwas sonething about "water, j v onraln mi A followed him a few paces further, ,C7 stiU I remained in ignorance. At r address he reverently touched his hat, as Mr Rrnwn ri religious ceremony. Upon con- sulting Mr. Brown, had informed me, that although the crier T-aSj Uf ntin* thp jnh ^et' ^om tbe frequency of the same kind of notice, the inhabitants understood him perfectly. He was (said Mr. B.) giving notice that fresh salmon might be had at 8d. per lb rouching hls hat meant "God save the Queen." Salmon! delicious fish, when taken from its element. Here I can get it m perfection; not the flabby specimen of the noble fish, nor l s coun er ei HAKE, so often imposed upon Cocknies, but the real Wye salmon, not to be excelled I observed to Mr. Brown, that I judged from the number ot shops in the town, it must be a place of considerable trade. There was, however, one circumstance that puzzled me -the placards in several windows of "Selling otf," "Great Bargains Cheaper than ever," &c as if the shopkeepers were about to quit the town- Oh! (said Mr. B.) those placards signify nothing they are only used to attract the attention of bargain hunters. Selling off, means (if any thing) "Ever selling, never sold." ? Places of worship are abundant here, which accounts for the peaceful manners of the inhabitants. Besides the Establish- ment, there are no less than six Dissenting houses. I was ex- pressing my satisfaction on this subject to Mr. B., hoping that the different sects agreed together in brotherly love, although they differed in doctrinal points. Hark, (said Mr. B., looking round him,) there are several officers of law in this quarter we must be silent as to matters regarding the Church." One of the chapels (Irvingite) is closed, and its members have, for the present, returned to the bosom of the Church of England. I am told the chapel would form a good concert or lecture-rooni and as there is no such place in town, it might be well employed in that service. There is another building, nearly in the centre of the town, which I concluded was in Chancery, from the neglected state of the exterior: a few stunted shrubs and broken images re- main, as a token that somebody had formerly lived there and, apparently, there is somebody coming, as a new door-plate has been affixed; and there is, also, some furniture in the rooms. Upon referring to my oracle, he informed me that the house had, somehow or other, acquired the reputation of being haunted —that the present proprietor had abandoned it, and that no servant could be prevailed on to sleep there. Pooh (said I) there is a haunted house in every town." It is a pity such a large building should lie vacant. Why not let it for a public assembly room ? there is space enough for lecturing, concerts, &c. Lord bless you (said Mr. B.) the good people here have no taste for such matters." But, I fear I am getting tiresome so, at present, I conclude, as Your obedient servant, Utopia, Aug. 20th, 1845. MAC GOPUS. Tons of this fish are supplied from Portsmouth, and other places. The head being cut off, (which would at once discover the cheat,) it is put in pickle, and sold in London for salmon.
EXTRAORDINARY VEGETABLE PRODUCE.
EXTRAORDINARY VEGETABLE PRODUCE. ~^r- Yeomans, of Llanrothal, had a turnip pulled from one of his fields which was 32t inches in its girth, and weighed 121bs ~~Mr. Addis, ot Monmouth, during the week, cut a cabbage which was 88 inches in circumference, and weighed 18 Ibs.
Family Notices
BIRTHS, MARRIAGES, AND DEATHS. BIRTHS. On Sunday last, at the Hendre, the lady of J. E. W. Rolls, Esq., of a daughter. On the 13th instant, Mrs. Oldham, late of Trellick, of a daughter. On the 12th instant, at 13, Hyde Park-street, London, the lady ot M. H. Crawley Boevey, Esq., of a son. MARRIAGES. On the 21st inst., at Clifton church, by the Rev. W. Hughes, of Alvington, Gloucestershire, Mr. W. Williams, of Cwm Celyn and Blaina Iron Works, Monmouthshire, to Elizabeth Sarah, daughter of John Wintla, Esq., of Aust Passage House, Glou cestershire, and of 11, Lansdown-place, Clifton. DEATHS. On Friday night last, at Newport, aged 51 yean, MlI. Holmes, wife of Mr. T. Holmes, agent for Messrs. Allfrey, ot the Castle Brewery, in this town. On Thursday, the 14th instant, after a long and painful ill- ness, in her 24th year, Mary Ann, the wife of Mr. C. Oliver, printer, of this town. On Sunday last, at Newport, the infant child of Mr. Stephen Iggulden, of the Carpenters' Arms Inn. On the 20th instant, at Little Bullmore, in the parish ",f Christchurch, after one day's illness, from rupture of a blood vessel, Mary the beloved daughter of Mr. W. Evans, farmer, aged 14 years. On the 19th instant, aged 14 months, Clara Vaughan, infant daughter of the late William Vaughan Jenkins, Esq.. 17, Ash- ley Place, Bristol. On the 12th instant, at the house of her brother, C. R. Esq., Stowmarket, Suffolk, Emily, the wife of the Rev. G. T* Hall, of Abbey Tintern, Monmouthshire, aged 27 years, and only daughter of the late John Bree, Esq., ot Keswick, Cum- berland. On the 12th instant, at the residence of her sister-in-law Mrs. Barnes, No. 2, Cambridge-place, Hyde Perk, London^ Mary, the wife of Mr. J. S." Clarke, Solicitor, Leeds, and daughter of the late William Pearse, of Coleford, Gloueeater- 8llirC. r A V 4. On the 13th instant, at his residenc, Eltham Lodge, Kent, Benjamin Wood, Esq., MJP. for Southwark, and brother ei tlu late Sir M. Wood Bart.