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CARLISLE . —Grz 4 . t asd Glqbiocs DEMONSTRATION » CoiUKHO&ATION OP THE LIBERATION OF Fkabsbs O'CosjfoE , Esq . !!—On Monday last , jthe day appointed for the liberation of this great and sterling patriot , considerable numbers of the brave Radicals of Caldewgate spontaneously mustered in rapid and quick succession , with music and banners , and , about eight o ' clock in the evening paraded ( in immense numbers ) the various streets of the town , to the utter dismay and chagrin of the slavish Whig crew , who hare loos been priding themselves that Chartism was utterly dead in Carlisle ; but this spirited and heatt-thrilling display would , we have no doubt , convinoe them of the contrary . Indeed , from the suddenness with which the whole exhibition came upon us , we were really astounded ! The
loud and lengthened shouts of the thousands assembled , for there ib something awfully forbidding in such an immense moving mass of human beings , the waving of die banners , as we occasionally caught a sight of them , as they passed the vivid glare of the jjas lamps , and the thrilling sound of the pipes aad rattle of the drams , had a most electrifying effect ! Indeed , a more cheering and » nl-stirring display we never before witnessed ; and it i 3 a strong and convincing proof of the devoted attachment which the people bear towards Mr . O'Connor . Previous to this a public meeting had been held , at which iJ was agreed that Mr . Jaaei Arthur , of Carlisle , do represent the people of that place at York , on Monday last , at the liberation of Mr . O'Connor .
WEWPORT , ( Monmouthshire . )—On Monday , the 30 th ult the Chartists of this place showed themselves like bold , true , and undaunted men , knowing on thiB day the great , the noble , the virtuous , and the brave O'Connor came forth from his living tomb , in spite of Whig malice and tyranny . At one o ' clock , the Chartists were busy taking Sags and banners through the town , and in a few minnies after they were flying from the house 3 of our friends in different parts of the town , to the great mortification of the dead-best faction , the Whigs . One large flag bore the inscriptioa—*• May Fro 3 t , Williams , and Jones return to their native land . " To this was suspended the portraits of Frost and O'Connor , beautifully decorated with
pink , green , and white . The flags were waving to and fro in the braze , until taken down by the Council at night , when there was a strong muster of members and non-members , who walked in triumph to the Association room . The Council and very many of the members wore rosettes , suspended by a ribbon round the neck . Others wore large bunches of green and while ribband in tbeir bo 3 om > After mxirin £ some , arrangements , iir . William Thomas was called 10 the chair , who briefly opened the business wi . h a few good remarks ; after which ; Mr . Cronin addressed the meeting at great length , pointing out the many good acts he knew Mr . O'Connor to co in Ireland . Mr . C . showed that Mr . O'Connor was in Ireland what he is bow in-England , struggling for the rights of the people . It was always Ins delight to suppress parsons , ma gisirates , police , or any other humbug whs would
dare to oppress toe poor man . Messrs . Hitehings , Williams , Ruck , and others addressed ; he meeting in a spirit of democracy , all crowning the glorious O'Connor with laurels . Such 3 spirit of patriotism never prevailed as was shown at Newpor ; on this occasion . The Secretary read the minutes of the last meeting and they were approved of . Some new members -were enrolled . Mr . O'Connor is respectfully invited to Newport , on his reiurn from Merthyr . Mind it Is the blistered hands who do iuvhe him . We shall iavs a good petition ready . 3 ) r . Price , of Newbridge , is requested t « pay his Newport friends a visit at the same time . After business was over , cheers were given for O'Connor , F / osi , Williams , and Jones , and all who are suffering in a righteous cause . A vote of thank 3 was given to the chairman . Thus eaded one of the moss p&triouc meetings held in Newport thi 3 long time .
HTXHAKL—On Monday the Chartists of Hexham celebrated the release of F . O'Connor , Esq ., the indefatigable champion of liberty , by a social tea party , held at Mr . John Hindmarsn ' s Temperance Hotel . Every soul seemed inspired with fresh z ? al and courage—every countenance beamed forth joy and gladness , because the real friend of the people was once more at liberty and mingling in the soeie : y of those whesa interests he is anxious to promote . After tea , J . Ridley , Ef q ., being called to the chair , cpesed the business of the meeting , in a speech ¦ Tliich did credi ; to his head and heart , congratulating the Chartists as respects their present position , and rejoiced in tho liberation of their friend Fcargus O'Connor . Tee following sentiments wera responded to in able and energetic addresses : —" The people
the only leg : ri mate source of power , " responded to by Mr . John Gray and Mr . James Kell . M O'Connor , the champion of liberty ,- and may he 1 od # lire to figat * he battles of tbe people , " responded 10 by Mr . John Avery and Mr . JL Hodgson " Frost , Williams and Jones , and may they be speedily restor&d to their families and homes , " responded to by Mr . George Proud and Mr . John Hindmarsh . u The Charter , and may it speedily become the law of the land , " responded to by Mr . John Davidson and Mr . Matthew Wilson . " Tbe Press , and may i « power be directed to the total annihilation of tyranny and oppression , " responded to by Mr . Gray and Mr . Wilson . Being late , the meeting then broke up and each returned home , highly delighted with the entertainment of the evening .
HAWICK . —At a meeting of the Committee of the Hawick Chartist Association , held last Monday evening , the following resolutions were agreed to : — 1 st . " That this Committee have observed with extreme regret the conduct of several Associations in London and other places , as reported in the Star , in reference to John Collins . Th&t we consider such silly practices as that of burning and beheading portraits , &c . as quite unbecoming men professing so noble an object as the attainment of their just rights , and trust that these plans for increasing and streagibening osr organisation will be discontinued for the future . " 2 ad . " That this Committee has seea nothing to alter the favourable opinion they have always had of John ColliiiS , or anything which could jostify any body of Chartists in passing a vote of want of confidence in him . " 3 .-d . " That these resolutions be sent to tbe Northern Star aad Scottish Patriot ne wspapers . "
XiOKDON . —Middlesex Couxtt Covncil . —Tnis body met on Sunday last , at their u ? ral place , Mr . M'Grath in the chair . The Observation Committee reported— " That they considered the proceedings with regard vo the election of the delegates to meet Fr-arpus O'Connor , Esq ., on his liberation , had been condncted irregularly ; inasmuch as persons not members of the council had been ailotred to vote at the meeting held at the Dispatcli Coffee House . " Mr . Goodfellow reported— " That he kad visited the Tower Hamlets , and likewise tbe brsziers and coppersmiths . " Mr . Ridley reported— " That he had lectured , on San day last , at the rooms in Strettoa Grounds , Westminsrer . "' The Finance
Committee brought up their report , from which it appears the total sum of moDey in their hands , to meet the expence of the delegates , wr . 3 £ 4 12 s . 53 . ; various sums having been advanced by private individuals , showing the necessity of the localities immediately setting on foot a subscription to defray the necessary expenccs of the delegation . Mr . Wilson withdrew his motion , which tad teen adjourned from last week , after leave having been given by the councillors present . Mr . Wahon moved— " That eaca locality keep the funds of their locality , uns . il a demand be made upon them , to meet the necessary expenses from the County Council . " Mr . Watkins was appointed secretary , pro . iem , in cunstqaence of Mr , Wheeler ' s attendance a : York .
Meeting of Maso . vs . —On Satardav last , the masons held taelr weekly meeting , Mr . Worthingtoa was eadled to the chair . The minutes of the last meeting were read and confirmed . Mr . Wilson gaTe in the report from the County Ceuncil . Mr . Burnup gave in a report from the deputation appointed to visit some divisions of the tailors' body . Mr . Wilson gave an account of the reception of himself and colleagues , which had been most flittering . On the evening of iht-ir visits t « some other branches of the tailors' body , they found one body of tOO . and another 400 who had received
, , them most cordially , and one branch had promised taat their delegate to the general body should do * U that he possibly was abie , to bring tbe subject generally before the vrhole of the representatives . Mr . Waiton opened the discussion as to iho policy wnicii should be pursued by the working classes as Regards the Corn Law agitation question . ' Me conteadedthat the people would not be benefited , and that the enly measure likely to benrfit the working classes , wa * the obtainment ' of the People ' s Charter . After a long discussion , the debate was adjourned tntil the following Sara rosy .
Deptfoed . —Mr . Wall lectured here oa Snaky last , on ihe principles of the People ' s Charter , proving by historical data the right of tLe people to tae franchise , how they had been defrauded of their righis , and the only means of obtaining their reeegmtion . Ba ^ ekFcm ) . —On Thursday evening week , the Present of Mr . Whitehorn , given to the mason ' s **> dy , was raffled for , for the purpose of assisting the fund for procuring a banner in honour of that ladef&tigable advocate of the people ' s rights , Feargus 0 Connor , Esq . The proceeds amounted to £ 513 s . 6 d ., and
which is expected to realise £ 4 and upwards , when cleared up . Several patriotic songs were sung fcfter the raffle had terminated , and the evening was span amid the heigitt of harmony and conviviality . Mr . Waiter , towards tbe conclusion of the evening's eate : ; a nEeni =. returned thanks for the liberal icaantr in which thesc-abcT ; oi ' tbe different localities had come forward on that occasion , aid expressed a fervent htpe that the patriotic gentleman for -whom they had evinced a disposition to co honour -would ic ^ n be amongst them , and then they womd prove to the world thai the Chaitists were a powerful bodv .
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Tea Partt and Concert . —A numerously-attended tea-p&rty aad concert was given by the Kensington and Hammersmith locality on Tuesday erening last , at the Temperance Coffee House , Great Georgestreet , Knightsbridge , for the purpose of advancing the fund for O'Brien ' s press , and likewise a daily press . The company , which was most respectable , was entertained till a late hour by the singing of numberless patriotio songs by Mrs . Ford , Mrs . Whnehorn , Mis 3 Ford , and other ladies , and by Messrs . Wbitohorn , Ford , and other gentlemen . A number of spirited recitations were given in the course of the evening , and the company separated at a late hoar , highJy delighted with the fare produced , and the temperate pleasure which they had ejjoyed .
BATH . —On Monday , there was a large meeting held to petition Parliament for the adoption of the People ' s Charter . From one thousand to twelve hundred attended . The petition was carried unanimously . CHELTENHAM . — So soon as the Chartists of this town heard of the liberation of Feargus O'Connor , they got up & social tea party at the Mechanic ' s Institution . The room was tastefully decorated with banners and portraits : but tbe most
conspicuous was a banner got up for the occasion by one of our friends , bearing the inscription of FearguB O'Connor , tha true fnead of tho people About one hundred and twenty assembled to do honour to the man whom the people love . After they had done ample justice to the tea , cake , &c , Mr . Joseph Davis was called to the chair ; and many excellent speeches in illustration and support of appropriate and patriotic sentiments were delivered . A report has been sent us , but space forbids its insertion .
BROlttSSROVE . —A meeting of the Chartists of this town took place in their room , on Monday evening , in honour of our esteemed friend , Feargus O'Connor , Esq . The morning was ushered in by the firing of cannon , which con + inued at intervals during the day . The time appointed being seven o ' clock , for the members to meet , a goodly number attended , and the health of our noble patriot , Fear ^ us O ' Connor , Esq ., was received with tremendous applause . Other toasts and songs followed , aad a merry evening was spent .
DUBLIN . —The Universal Suffrage Association held their usual weekly meeting on Sunday last , Mr . Henry Gark in the chair . An address from Mr . Con Murray , a o&ilor in exile , was read , alter which several new members were enrolled , and notices for many more handed in to the Secretary . The meeting was addressed by Messrs . Wood , O'Higgins , O'Connell ( not Din ) , R : ce , Dowling , Freebairn , Brophy , and the Chairman . A vote of t > auks was passed to Sharman Crawford , E ? q , M . P ., for having brought before the House at so esirly a period of the Session , the principles of the People ' s Charter . A vote of thanks was also passed to the patriotic English friends of the people of Ireland , for having sent within the lass week upwards of 400 Northern Stars and Scottish Pairiols from various parts of England and Scotland . Mr . O'Higgins gave notice for next day of meeting , that he would bring forward a motion upon the subject of Mr .
O'Connelrs solemn oath befrre a Committee of the House of Lords in 1825 , relative to the disfrauchisement of the Forty ShiliiDg Freeholders . Mr . O'Connell is reported to have said at a meeting of the Loyal Association of irelavd , htld on Monday , the 23 rd instant , " When I was examined before a Committee of the House of Lords on the subject of the Forty Shilling Franahise , I stated then , on my oath , that the remedy for the franchise would be the conceding of universal SUTFBA 6 B . I am the only public man in the British dominions who i ¥ bound by oath to the doctrine of Universal Suffrage . This motion said Mr . O' Hig ^ ms , has become absolutely necessary in order to remind Mr . O'Connell of bis oath , in the hops of inducing him to abide by it . Thank 3 were given to the Chairman , and the meeting gave three hearty cheers for the Radical friends in England and Scotland , and one cheer more for Mr . Con Murray , the Irish Catholic nailor in exile , and his Scotch Radical companions .
tEICESTJER . —Though the distance of York from Leicester rendered the idea of sending an effective deputation to greet our liberated chief , rather too formidable a matter for the lean pockets of halffamishedframework-knitters ; yet , it was determined that the day should not pass without honourable observance in the central town of the Midland ? . A public meeting was held in the Market-place , at noon ; at least two thousand working men were present , and the greatest enthusiasm was manifested during the delivery of brief addresses by Messrs . Smart , Cooper , Markham , and Bowman . The Exchange clock struck one , before one of the speakers was aware , and without signal , the multitude burst into * spontaneous shout , which was repeated to
three times three . The evening , however , was the most exhilirating part of the festive day . Flags had been hoisted at early morn , from Mr . Cooper ^ windows , the shop-front was bedecked with green boughs , wreaths of flowers , and a picture of the great patriot , and at dusk , a tasteful illumination was displayed , the window being got up with a device-of arches of flowers , mingled with portraits , and inscriptions , such as " O'Connor our pride and glory , " " Xhe People ' s Charter , and we'll have it , " & . C . Oae hundred and seventy sat down , at five o'clock , to tea ; dancmg commenced in one room , as soon as the tables were removed , speaking in another , and singing in another , and between dusk and one
in the morning , from four to five hundred persons crowded the rooms , all eager to testify their sympathy with Chwvist joy , and their exultation at the liberation of the Chartist chief . The crowd outside the house amounted at dusk , to more than three thousand , and Messrs Cooper and Markham were compelled to get on the leads of the shop-windows to address them . Enrolment ol ntw members goes on rapidly , and by the time that ihe beloved and revered Feargus nukes his visit to us , ( and a triumphant entry he will have ) he will find such a compact and determined phalanx gathered round the banner of the Charter , as will rejoice his patriotic heart .
NOTTINGHAM . —On Sundayiasi , Mr . Bairstow preached on the Forest to an attentive audience of some thousands . Release or F . O'Con . nob . —On Monday , a great number of the Chanists assembled in the large room of the King George on Horseback , and the moment the clock had struck one , commenced firing a feu de joie of Email arms from the windows looking into K : cg-square , and kept this constantly up for an botfr , the multitude collected in the square frequently cheering doringthe ceremony . In the afternoon , parties adjourned to the Forest acd partook of a comfortable tea upon G ^ d ' s green earth and beneath heaven ' s wide canopy . Dancing and other mirthful sports were continued all the afternoon ; in in
the evening , they a ^ a . n assembled great numbers at the Chartist weekly meeting , held in the Democratic Chapel , Rice-place , and to the George on Horsebacs , where a free and easy was held , to celebrate the liberation of the lion from his cage . The society of shoemakers came to the Democratic Chapel and paid for their cards and gave their fir 3 t contribution to the National Cnarter Association . Mr . Russell , and Mr . J . W . Bostock addressed the meeting . We are making rapid progress , and the middle class manifest their approval of our conduct by- a' . tfcndmg our meetings . Un Sunday last , Mr . G . Harrison preached at Ruddington , a country village , in the open air , iis address lasted two hours and a-hail " , and # ave general satisfaction .
THOSKTON , —Our weekly meeting was held on Monday evening , when several animated speeches were delivered , and an accession of fourteen members were added to our number . It being the day when the great champion of our rights was emerging hvm nis prisca , joy seemed to beam in every countenance , and cheere , loud and long , were given on the occasion . ARKOX . C—The conncil for the Arnold Association has been rechosen , and their names axe as follows : —James Hardy , Isaac Thorp , William Brown , Wiliiam Bates , Saul Cundy , Daniel Cliff , treasurer , Johu Hardy , secretary .
KINROSS . —This day ( Monday ) being the day of liberation to our indomitable patriot , Feargus O'Connor , Esq ., a number of flag 3 were hoisted here in honour of ihai cveat , through the day ; in the evening we had a splendid torch light ' procession . A resolution , proposing confidence in Feargus O'Connor , and an invitation to him to call at this place , on his t » ur through Scotland , were carried with heaven rending cheers . WINLATON . —The liberation of Mr . Feargus O'Connor was celebrated by the Chartists of Win-&t ; on by the firing of fourteen small cannon at
different intervals during the afternoon of Monday , and in tbe evening a public meeting was held , Mr . T . . Nicholson , a working man , in the chair , and the following resolution was passed : — " That this meeting hails with delight the liberation of that noble patriot , Feargus O'Connor , from the accursed Whig duaseou ; and in order to shew our attachment to und confidence in that incorruptible friend of the working millions , vre pledge ourselves immediately 10 join the National Caarter Association , and never to cease agitating until the Charter becomes the law of the land . '
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PETERHEAD . —Mr . Archibald M'Donald , Chairman of the Aberdeen Charter Union , lectured here on Wednesday night week , on the present state of the country , shewing that the cause why the working classes are reduced to their present wretched condition is owing to the exclusive system of legiar lation which has so long curbed the energy and persevering industry of the people . StTNDER . lkA . ND . —On Friday evening last , a grand and most enthusiastic meeting was held in the Arcade Room , Sunderland , to consider the propriety of sending a delegate to York , to welcome Mr . O'Connor on his liberation , and also to invite him to visit Sunderland . Resolutions , expressive of the joy of the meeting at M * -. O'Connor ' s liberation , and appointing Mr . Binns as delegate to oonvey the sentiments of the meeting , and also to give him a pressing invitation to visit Sunderland , were unanimously and enthusiastically carried .
Life Boat House . —On Sunday afternoon Mr . Williams lectured at the Life Boat House . S 0 UTHW 1 CK . —On Friday evening last Mr . Williams lectured at this place in suppport of tot&l abstinence . LAMBETH . —We learn with pleasure that the men of Lambeth , having been , during the agitation , continually at the mercy of the enemy tor a meeting-house , have nobly determined on opening a Chartist Hall and Coffee House on their own account , which they have done at No . 1 , China Walk , Lambeth Walk . The above was opened on Monday evening last , for the purpose . of celebrating the release of Feargus O'Connor . Although tho house was only taken at two o ' clock on that day , the Committee determined on opening it for the celebration of the day : and at about seven o ' clock a good
muster of the good andt-wfe men of Lambeth , with a goodly portion of the fair sex , sat down to a comlortable tea , which was got up in a most excellent manner , considering the short , time the Committee had for their labours . After tea several patriotic and other songs and recitations were given by Messrs . Fennell , Keen , Taylor , and others ; the ladies also exerted their vocal powers on this ocaaaioa . Tbe following resolution was proposed and carried with acclamation : — " That this meeting hails with pleasure and delight the release of that champion of our rights , Fe&Tgus O'Connor ; and do pledge ourselves never to ceast agitation until the people ' s Cnarter becomes the law of the land . " Tho health of Mr . O'Connor was drank with cheers . It was then announced that the members of the National Charter Association would meet in the Hall every Tuesday evening , and the numerous company then separated .
Tow er Hamlets . —At a meeting of female Chartists of this locality , on Monday eveuiug , Mrs . Simmons iu the chair , a levy of three-haU ' -pence was made upau all members , in order to pay the expences of our London delegates , who went down to do honour to that champion of our rights , Feargus O'Connor , Esq . ; the levy money collected was 6 s . 6 d . Citv of Loxdoj * . —The cards of Chartist membership have been lodged , by the County Finance Committee , with Mr . Watkin 3 , 9 , Bell-Yard , Temple-Bar , for the convenience of purchasers from the several London localities .
H £ BD 5 N-BRXDGE . —Mr . Leach , from Manchester , delivered a lecture in the large room in the White Horse Ion , to an overwhelming audience , who appeared to be highly gratified . Monday being tha day on which the brave and patriotic O'Connor was to leave his place of unjust and cruel confinement , the people of the neighbourhood assembled iu thousands to witness the illumination of the Cuartist Association Room , and the casting off of their ballooD . The church bells of Heptonstall sent forth a merry peal on this joyous occasion , and the evening was spent by the members of the association in a manner worthy of the joyous occasion .
ROTHERHAW . —The Charti 3 ts here held their usual weekly meeting for discussion on Tuesday evening . After a ditcus = ion on the subject of the Corn Laws , Mr . Parks proceeded to read and comment on some parts of the Charter . Three new members were enrolled ; the cause here wears a successful aspect . NORTHA 2 OPTON . The members of the Worting Men ' s Association met on Monday evening , and after the necessary preliminaries , dissolved the association , and appointed a person to enroll names for the National Charter Association . It being necessarily late before the business of enrollment could commence , only twenty-four were enrolled that night , and to affjrd the opportunity to others , Mr .
T . M'Farlane will attend at the Association Room , Carlisle-street , between the hours of two and four on Sunday afternoon , September the 5 th , for the purpose of receiving the names of those who may wish to join . The Chartists of Northampton will hold their weekly meetings on Monday nights as usual . SHEFFIELD . — ( From our own Correspondent *) —Public Meeting . —A public meeting was held on Saturday evening , August 28 th , in the Association Room , Fig-tree-lane , called to consider the propriety of sending a deputation to York , to congratulate Feargu 3 O'Connor , Esq . on his liberation . The placard calling the meeting also challenged the Dissenting Ministers who had figured in the late
Manchester Conference , to come forward and defend their conduct iu excluding tbe Chartist Ministers , and to show , if they could , that the humbug of Corn Law Repeal was calculated to remove the distress of the people . We hardly need say , that none of the " Reverend" Gentlemen invited made their appearance . At eight o ' clock , Mr . Joseph Marsh was called to the chair . The Chairman having stated the business and read the address from the York Demonstration Committee , which appeared in last week ' s Star , Mr . G . J . Harney was appointed delegate . Mr . Harney proposed the following resolution in a lengthy address , " That this meeting declares that it has no confidence in either the Ministers who composed the Manchester . Conference ,
or in tho measures they propose for the relief of the commercial embarrassments of the country , or for the relief of the distressed and neglected working classes . That this meeting also call upon their fellow- countrymen throughout Great Britain to unite with them to claim and seisa upon their political rights , especially as they have witnessed that even the Ministers of religion , though they admitted laymen and permitted them to speak , excluded the Chartist preachers , and would not hear their advocates whom the people themselves liave elected for the especial purpose of pleading their cause and for their interests . " The motion wa 3 seconded by Mr .
M'Kettrick and carried unanimously . Mr . Gill moved the second resolution , " That it is the opinion of this meeting , that the present constituency cannot , however it may bo inclined , repeal the Corn Laws , and that nothing but an extension of the suffrage , as defined in the People ' s Charter , can give Englishmen cheap food , aud constant employment with remunerating wages , protection from the aggressions and injuries of the rich , or that independence which is the glory and rafety of every man that is born free , or that is in possession of a rational liberty . " Mr . Harrison seconded the resolution , which was unanimously adopted . Thanks being voted to the Chairman , the meeting dissolved .
LECTUBE .- ^ On Sunday evening , Mr . Beal lectured on" Poetry , " in the Association Room . A very good audience wa-3 present . The Black Slugs again !—The truth of the followiDg may be fully relied on . A young man who had been confined " sick unto death" fer a considerable time , feeling life's Bauds run fast , solicited his parents to request the attendance of a certain minister of the Establishment , whose church stands not a hundred miles' WALK from Nether-green , that , at the hand of the minister of God , the , dying man might receive the last consolations of religion ; his parents being religious people , sought to give their son the oomfort he required without troubling the minister-, but he still wishing for the minister s attendance , the father went to the residence of the Rev . Gentleman , whom he found , on inquiry , dressing
to go out ; the father told his business , but ms reverence stated he could not come then , as he was just going out to dinner ! The father remonstrated , and begged of the minister to come and pray with his son as the sufferer was dying : be coldly refused , addisg he would come to-morrow . The father departed . To-morrow came , and with that morrow , tbe minister , his reverence knocked at the door ; it was opened by the father . " I have come to pray with your son , " said the dinner-loving parson . " My son is in heaven , and needs not your prayers now ; " was the reply of the grieved indignant parent : bis son bad closed bis eartbly cares some hours before his reverence reached the house of mourning . 0 Christianity , how are thy precepts violated , when thy ministers thus outrage private feeling and public decency , to the injury of those whom they afflict , and to tbe desecration of thy sacred
name . Post-Offick Receiviks Houses . —The Post-Master-General has authorised the establishment in Sheffield , of five receiving-bouses for letteia . We understand the following are the places fixed upon : —Glosscp Road—Near the Railway ( Wiiker )—Sheffield Moor—Shales Moor , and Duke Street ( Park . )
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BUiBTON . —We have received a most cheering commmuoatiou in reference to the state and prospects of Chartism iu this town , all Beems-to be going on well . CHS 8 TEBFXEX . D AND BROMPTON . —Mr . Mee , the demonstration delegate , gave in hi 3 report on Tuesday evening , and received thanks . Thanks were also roted to an anonymous friend for the donation of ten shillings towards the expences of
the release delegations ANNAN . —The working men of this place have determined to agitate for their rights ; they begin to Bee tha * there is no justice to be derived from the House of Commons as at present constituted , the principal objeot of both parties being to fleece the working classes , and to retain place , pension , influence , affluence , and ease to themselves and their own class . An Association has been formed , called the Annan Chartist Association .
PRESTON . —Oa Monday evening last , the Chartists of Preston mustered in their room . Aventum * street , to commemorate the release of Mr . Feargua 0 Connor from his unjust imprisonment , Mr . T . Murphy in the chair . The meeting was addressed by Messrs . Halton , Swindlehurst , Oddleham , and Mr . Henry Swindlehurst . Three hearty cheers wore given for Feargus O'Connor , the speedy release of Frost , Williams , and Jones , aud the Chartists of old Ireland . The company then broke up at a late hour . REDDITCH . —On Monday last the Chartists of Reddltch met at the Feargus O'Connor ' s Arms , and dined together . On every face was depicted joy and gladness . at the return of that noble of nature among his fellow-oreatures . About eight o ' clock the assembly sat down to an excellent repast , prepared by Mr . Thomaa Pressoott . Many patriotio sentiments were given from the chair , and duly responded to ; Songs , recitations , speeches , &o . were kept up till a late hour .
HEADLESS CROSS . —The female Chartists met on Monday evening last 1 to celebrate the release of Feargus O'Connor , E ^ q . They hope to have a visit from Mr . O'Connor when he comes to Birmingham , the distance being only twelve miles . TROWBRIDOE . —On Monday last a public meeting was held at the Democratic Chapel , in honour of the release of Feargus O'Connor , Esq . and Mr . William Carrier from the hands of Whitf tyranny . The chapel was crammed almost to suffocation . A collection was made in the ohapel , and 10 s . Gd . collected and sent off immediately . Three cheers were given for O'Connor , and tho meeting separated .
MANCHESTER . BaowN-SxBEET Chartist Rooms . —On Sunday evening last , Mr , Wm . Shearer delivered a leoture on the necessity of cleansing the Stato from tho impurities engendered by olaas legislation . Liberation of Feargus O'Cojwor . —On Monday morning one spirit of animation seemed to fill the breasts of every male and female in the district , for no sooner was a new flag , that had been painted for the purpose hoisted through tho window of the large meeting room , bearing tho inscription— " In honour of the liberation of Feargus O'Connor from the Whig dungeou , after sixteen months' incarceration , for advocating the rights of the working classes , " than one universal shout reut the air , of long life to FeaTgos O'Connor , the people's friend . The evening was afterwards spent in a joyous manner .
LEcruRE . —Mr . Campbell lectured in Salter-street , on Tuesday night ; in Tib-street , on Sunday night ; and in Eccies , on Monday night . DROYtSDEN . —The Chartists of this place held their weekly meeting on Monday , when it was resolved , " That the thanks of the meeting be given to Mr . Peter Bropby and Mr . O'Higgins , for tho spirited and manly manner in which they have met the false aud slanderous charges of Mr . O'Connell . IWANSFIELO . —Mr . Bairstow lectured here on Thursday night , at the conclusion Thomas Uutton stated to the meeting that a letter had arrived announcing that F . O'Connor would be liberated from th « tyrants ^ Three cheers were given separately For Frost , Williams , and Jones ; F . O'Connor , the Charter , and the lecturer . The cause is progressing rapidly here .
ASHBURTON . —Devon . —The Chartists of this town and Buckfastloigh , hailed the joyful news of the liberation of FearguB O'Connor , Esq . from the Whig dungeon , more so than if tha greatest xoyal personage was to visit the town . We hope the day will arrive when that gentleman will pay the Chartists of Devon a visit , by taking a tour through the county . The Distress here and at Bnokfastleigh is very great , numbers of woolcombera are out of employment , and are driven to great privations .
WORCESTER . —As soon as the news reached here of the release of O'Connor , we commenced preparations for holding a festival in honour of the joyful event . On Monday evening , a highly respectable companv sat down to an excellent tea , which was ably got ' up and managed by Mesdames Young and Mowbray . After the tea and good things of this life had been amply discussed , several very appropriate songs aud recitations were delivered in excellent style , at the conclusion of which dancing commenced , aud was kept up till an early hour next morning , when the company separated , all expressing themselves highly delighted with the evening ' s amusement .
At a Meeting of the Chartists of this city , held on Tuesday evening , the following resolution was adopted : — " That the Chartists of Worcester rejoice with their brother Chartists throughout the United Kingdom , at ~ the release of that man of the people , Feargus O'Connor , Esq ., and pledge themselves to stand by him , so long as he advocates the people ' s right to enjoy Universal Suffrage and the other points of the Charter . " MACCtESPXELD . —The Chartists of this town celebrated the release of Feargus O'Connor , by a grand festival , on Monday last . The rooms were decorated with evergreens , flowers , and appropriate devices ; the walla were hung with portraits of O'Connor , O'Brien , Emmett , and other illustrious patriots . In the evening , the rooms were most brill'antly illuminated in ev < Sry pxrt . Dancing , patriotic speeches , and singing and recitations , were continued till a late hour .
ASHTON-UNOER-IiTNE . —At the weekly meeting of the Chartists of this town , held in their room , Catherine-street , on Sunday last , it was agreed to perform the trial of Robert Emmett , Esq ., for the eccoud time , in tho Working Men ' s Institution , Hydo , on the 11 th September . Chartist Change Ringing . —On Monday , the college youths of Ashton asconded the tower of the parish church , and rang a true and complete peal in beautiful style , consisting of as mauy changes as Mr . O'Connor had been confined days and nights in the Whig Bastile— -954 . The rector on hearing what they were riuging for , threatened to take the bell ropes off ; so another church is in danger of being made a Chartist church , for the ringers are all Chartists , and declare they will ring for no other purpose .
HALIFAX . —Mr . Leach lectured here on Wednesday week , in the Odd Fellows' Hall , to a very numerous and attentive audience . The council have taken a commodious room , capable of holding 600 or 700 , situate at tbe back of the White Swan yard , which will be opened on Sunday next . Delegate Meeting . —A delegate meeting was held iu the Association Room , on Monday last , to make arrangements for tho demonstration , and for the reception of Mr . O'Connor . The meeting was adjourned to Sunday the 12 th of September , at two o ' clock in the forenoon .
OLDHAM . —On Tuesday last , the annual tea party of the Oldham Relieving Society , was held in the Independent Methodist Upper School Room , George-street , when 150 persons sat down to tea . After tea was over , Richard Clarke , Esq ., of Roegreen , was unanimously called to the chair , and those present were addressed by Mr . Joseph Hulme , of Roe-green ; the Rev . W . Drummond . of Oldham , Messrs . Humphrey , Harper , and Joseph Armitt , of Manchester ; William Stringer , of Ashton ; and others .
BRADFORD . —The Char ti 9 ts resident in Bradford held their usual weekly meeting at the house of Mr . R . Carrodua , North Tavern , North-street , when reports were received from the various localities , announcing their intention of using every means in their power to make a splendid demonstration when our noble chief shall visit Bradford . A plan of local lecturing was submitted to the Council , and approved of . The meeting adjourned to Sunday , Sept . 5 th , at six o ' clock in the evening . . "
New Leeds . —On Wednesday , a public meeting held at New Leeds , wa 3 ably addressed by Messrs . Aierson , Flinn , and others . On Saturday , Mr . Charles Connor lectured at Clayton , and was afterwards entertained along with Mr . Flinn , the returned exile , at a supper provided for the occaaion . On Monday , Mr . FHan lectured at the house ot Mr . Sedgwick , in Silebridge-lane .
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DISS . —In this place a splendid transparency containing portraits of distinguished patriots , in the centre of which was the brave O'Connor , was exhibited , brilliantly illuminated , on Monday evening , in honour of O'Connor ' s liberation . It was the production of a fervent admirer , and excited the admiration of all who saw it . HT 7 NSLET . —At the weekly meeting of this increasingly important sooiety , held in the Temperance Nows Room , on jTuesday evening last , much important business was transacted , in a manner which shews that working men when actuated by right principles , are perfectly competent to manage their own affairs . After the financial business had been gone through , Mr . Hick , the delegate to the O'Counor Demonstration , gave in his report of the proceedings at York , which cave ereat satisfaction
to the members of the National Charter Association present , by whom many hearty good wishes for the health and happiness of our glorious champion were breathed most fervently . After the report of the delegate h * d been received , a conversation took place as to the propriety of petitioning the House of Commons for an inqmry into the silent Bystem , and it was ultimately resolved that a deputation should wait upon the constable , requesting him to call the meeting , which will be held at Stocks Hill , in Hunslet , on Tuesday evening next , at seven o ' clock . Mr . T . B . Smith , Mr . Hiok , the Chartist Poet , and other friends are expected to attend . This business being dispersed of , it was resolved that a meeting should be held on Hunslet Carr , on Sunday ( to-morrow ) morning , at half-past ten o ' clock . Mr . T . B , Smith has engaged to preach on the occasion . The meeting then separated .
STOCKPOflT . —Juvenile Chartist Amusement Society . —The above socioty held a free concert in the Charter Association Room , Bomber ' s-brow , on Monday evening , to commemorate the release of that noble patriot Feargus O'Connor , Esq . Haslegrove . —On Monday evening last , a public meeting was called for the purpose of forming a Branch of tho National Charter Association . The room was crowded to suffocation . Mr . George Bradburn , one of the Stockporc Council was called to the chair . It was resolved , "That it is the opinion , of this meeting , that the present distress
which exists in this couutry is iu consequence of the unjust system of cfass legislation , aud that we never sliall have justice done to us until the People ' s Chatter become tho law of the land , and that we pledge ourselves to use every constitutional means to obtain the Charter . " " That in order to carry the foregoing resolution , it is the duty of every person present to enrol themselves as members of the National Charter Association . " After a vote of thanks was given to the Chairman , three cheers for Feargus O'Connor , and three for Frost , Williams , and Jones , the meeting separated .
GLASGOW . Parkhead . —Monday morning , although wet , was ushered in with rejoicings for the liberation of Feargus O'Connor . Parkhead and Camlauchre , and the © ther villages around Glasgow , hung out their fla ^ s , and prepared to hold meetings on the occasion ; Messrs . M'Kay , from Bridgeton , Currie , from Glasgow , and Killfillan , from Rutherglon , attended . The hall was illuminated with a candle in every pane of the windows , with a transparency bearing tha mottos of Universal Suffrage , Annual Parliaments , Vote by Ballot , &c . Mr . Kennedy was called to the chair , who briefly alluded to tho object of the meeting , and introduced Mr . M'Kay , from Bridgeton , who kept the meeting in motion until the arrival of Currie and Kiilfillan .
Currie then delivered , with a few additions on the subjeot of ihe meeting , his lecture on democracy . Mr . Killfillan followed , and passed a high eulogium on the sacrifices of the O'Connor family for liberty and Ireland . Mr . Smeliie then proposed the following motion , which was unanimously carried : — " That we , the Chartists of Peterhead and West Muir , hail with unfeigned pleasure the emancipation oftheir unflinching friend and advocate F . O'Connor , from the cold walls and dismal cell of York Castle , and that they agree along with their Chartist friends in Glasgow and surrounding districts , to welcome him when he arrives in tbe sweet Metropolis of old
Scotland , and that they would never cease to agitate until the Charter became the law of the land . " A vote of thanks waa then giveu to those from Glasgow , three cheers for O'Connor , three for the poor fellows still in gaols , three for the departed Republicans of Birkhead , three for the Charter , and three for the Chairman , when the meeting dissolved , A large party then adjourned to the Cooperative Store , where the health of Feargus O'Connor was drank with all the honours . Many other convivial parties assembled in various parts of the city and suburbs , in honour of O'Connor ' s liberation , some of whom kept it up until a late hour
KIDDERMINSTER -Tho Chartists of this town held a ball on Monday last , in honour of that bold and unflinching patriot , Feargus O'Connor , Esq ., at the White Horse Inn . After a short dance or two , the assembly were addressed by Mr . Charlton , who proposed the health of Feargus O'Connor , Esq ., and may he live long to watch over the rights and liberties of the people . BRIGHTON . —A meeting of tbe Chartist ? , most numerously attended , was held at the Cap of Liberty , Portland-street , on Monday evening last , to celebrate the release of the people ' s champion , Feargus O'Connor , Esq . Toasts were gives , excellent songs sung , aud a most happy and harmonious evening was spent . NEWCASTLE . —The Chartists of this town called a public meeting for Wednesday evening , to eleot a delegate to meet Mr . O'Connor at his prison gates . Mr . Mason was elected .
A public meeting was held in the Spittal , ( the site of the battle of the Forth ) , on Monday evening , at seven o'clock , for the purpose of celebrating the release of Feargus O'Connor , Esq . Mr . R . C . Crothers was called to the chair . It was carried unanimously , amidst deafening cheers , " That this meeting hail with extreme delight the release of Feargus O'Connor , Esq . from the fangs of the Whigs , and as a proof of our confidence in , and attachment to , that incorruptible friend of the millions , we immediately enrol ourselves members of the National Charter Association of Great Britain , with a firm determination never to cease agitating until the Charter is made the law of the land . "
BIRMINGHAM . —Frost , Williams , and Jones . —The General Restoration Committee of Birmingham held its usual weekly meeting on Tuesday evening last , at the Charter Association Room , Freeman-street , Birmingham , Mr . Hopkins in the chair , when Messrs . Green , Thorn , and Thompson were appointed , with the secretaries , to draw up a second memorial in favour of the victims to the New Home Secretary , in consequence of no answer being received to the one sent to the Marquis of
Normanby . Mr . R . Thompson having returned aud tendered his resignation as Secretary of this Committee , it was accepted , grounded on his being unable to attend to the duties thereof , and after the due instalment of Mr . T . H . Shaw into that office , a vote of thanks was unanimously presented to Mr . Thompson for his past services as secretary to this Committee . . Messrs . Carter and Thornton were elected members of this Committee . —All communications to be addressed to the care of Mr . Guest , bookseller , Steelhouse-lane , Birmingham .
NEWEY .-Oa Monday evening last , the Chartists of this town held a tea party in honour of the liberation of our own countryman , that uncomprising patriot , Feargus O'Connor , Esq . The party was composed of an equal number of both sexes , who congratulated each other upon ihe benefit which the cause would derive from the liberation of our noble hero . Chartism is rapidly spreading in this neighbourhood . SALISBURY .-Tho Chartists of Salisbury moat respectfully congratulate Feargus O'Conuor , Esq ., on his release from a felon ' s cell , and beg to assure him that they place implicit conndencd in him as their most sincere leader .
NEWTON HEATH . —The spirited Chartists of this place being anxious to show their respect to the much-esteemed and beloved advocate of the people's rights , and to commemorate his release , determined on a lecture on Monday eveningi The room was filled almost to suffocation . Mr . Robert Kellet was unanimously called-to the chair , and introduced Mr . John Massey , who gave the factions a real brushing down . ' WABB 1 NGTON . —Mr . Hoghton lectured here on Wednesday night , to a large audience . Mr . Webster lectured on Sunday night . The glorious
news of O'Connor ' s liberation filled every Chartist ' s heart with joy ; but it disheartened them that they could not attend at the gates of York Castle in the person of a delegate , to do honour to the victim . They were determined that the day should not pass over silently in Warrington , and it was arranged that meetings should be held at three public places , half an hour previous to the time for liberation . Messrs . Webster , Croly , Burton , Hoghton , Conway and Lowe were appointed to attend . Large audiences assembled , and at one o ' clock three hearty cheers were given for the gallant O'Connor .
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¦ ESDHrBU&OH . —Tfaeie was * pnblio entertainment at Gorgie Mills en Monday , the 23 rd alt . ; it was condncted with great propriety sod to the satisfaction of all present . This meeting , though public , wa 3 held for a private reason . It is well known to the people of Edinburgh that the people of Gorgie are principally supported by Messrs
S . and G . Cox , in their various employments ; bat they have shown themselves men of feeling They have given the people tho choice of a room , with an excellent selection of various works from the most eminent authors , with coal and candies free . What can we say when we see men unite their powers to serve their fellow-men ! : Such honourable acts , which breathe so much love and charity , we cannot too deeply respect . The entertainment was highly satisfactory . '
WOTTON-UNDER-EDGE . —A public meeting w « yj held here , on Monday evening , in honour of Feargns O'Connor ' s liberation . BERMONDSEV . —At the weekly meeting the toiiowrag resolution was unanimoasfy passed : — ihat the thanks of tbi 3 meeting be given to Messrs O Higgins and Brophy , and all honest Chartists in Ireland , for theiij noble and manly exertions in the cause of the working millions , ia coming forward in the midst of all opposition in support of the People ' s Charter , and trust they will continue ( through evil an ui 1 re P ort > taeir exertions in the good work so nobly begun . " -
HACKNEY .-Oa Tuesday night , a meeting took place in thislhe most aristocratic portion of the ¦? 5 v H *? al ? ts » ° r the purpose of forming a branch , of _ the National Charter Association of Great Britain . This is tke first attempt at the formation ot a Charter Association in this district , and does great credit to the originators of it , who are a few of the working men living in the neighbourhood . The u ^ Wr * 0 * place at Ml ' Weston ' s Temperance Hotel , Man-street , who kindly granted the use of » very commodious room for the purpose . Mr . Cook
, sen ., a working man , was appointed to tbe chair several friends from a distance addressed the persons present upon the objects of the meeting and the nature of theprinciplea of the Charter , anda . delegate trom the London Council moved the formation of a branch , which was carried . The landlord expressed himself in favour of associations of this description , stating that he had taken no part in politics since the time of the Birmingham Political Union ; buj that ho thought it time to arouse himself , and would give all the assistance in his power towards the objects of the meeting .
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Scotland . —The following is the route of Mr Lowery , wha ha 3 agreed to the terms proposed by the delegates , and he commences his labours on the 7 th Sept . at Leith : —Musselburgh , 8 th Sept . ; Portobello , 10 th ; Dalkeitk , 13 th ; Gorebridge , 14 th : Ros lin , loth ; Penniwick , 16 th ; Miller ' s Hill , 20 th ; ¦ kaeswade , 21 st ; Corstorphin , 23 rd ; Edinburgh ! 27 th ; Pathead , 28 th ; Juniper Green , 29 th ; and Leith , 30 ih . N . B . All communications to be addressed to Mr . W . Innes , Mills Close , 21 ? , Canoagate , Edinburgh .
Nottinghamshire . —On Sunday next , there will be prcachiug at the usual time , apon tbe Forest if the weather permit , if not , in the chapel . On Monday evening , Mr . Dean Taylor will lecture in the Chapel , Rice place , Nottiugham ; Tuesday , at Beeston ; Wednesday , at Lenton ; and Thursday , at Radford ; each evening at seven o ' clock . Mb . O'Brien *—The men of Lambeth have got up a benefit for Mr . O'Brien , at the Pantheon Theatre , Catherine-street , which will take place on Monday , September 13 th . The ^ performances are " Venice Preserved , " and the " Wreck Ashore . " Bills and tickets can be had at the Chartists' Hall , China Walk ; Lambeth Coffee House , North Place ; 55 , Old Bailey , and at Mr . Cleave ' s . We trust Mr . O'B . will have a bumper .
Derby . —Mr , Bairstow will lecture at the undermentioned places daring the following week •—Ookbrook , on Monday , Sept . 6 th ; Ilkiston , 7 th Heauor , 8 th ; Burton , 9 th ; Swadlincote , 10 th ; Burton , 11 th ; and will preaoh in Derby Market Place , on Sunday , the 12 th—forenoon at ton o'olook . and in the evening at six . Manchesteb ., *~ Miv Leach will lecture in Eccles , on Monday evening ; Sept . 6 th , on Trades' Unions , showing the necessity of the trades joining immediately the National Charter Association .
Mb . Wm . Bell , of Salford , will lecture in Bolton on Sunday evening next . Mr . Cooper will preaeh in the Market Place Manchester , On Sunday evening , Sept . 5 th , at six o ' clock ; otherwise in the room , at All Saints' Open . Mr . Cooper will deliver a lecture on Geology in the Town Hall , on Monday night , Sept . 6 sh . A camp meeting is intended to be held at Leicester , on Sunday , Sept . 12 tb . On Sunday evening , ( to-morrow ) the Rev . Mr . Starkie , delegate to the Anti-Corn Law Conference , will give an exposition of the proceedings of that assembly in the Chartist Room , Brown-street , Manchester . A Public Recital will be given for the benefit of that tried and dungeon-proof patriot , Christopher Doyle , in Brown-street Rooms , on Friday evening , Sept . 10 th .
Leeds . —At . the weekly meeting in Fish-street , on Monday evening , a petition will be submitted on the horrible silent system . New Leeds , Bradford . —A discussion will be held in the Association-room to-morrow , on the question— " Whether a Repeal of the Corn Laws , or the Charter , is the best calculated to ameliorate the condition ef the working classes . " Bradford . —Brooke , the Victim . —A sermon will be pr « achcd on Sunday next , by Mr . Ingham , at Manningham , at two o'clock , p . m . ; and another by Mr . Thomas Ibbetson , at Longcroft-place , at six o ' clock in the evening , when collectiens at each service will be made on behalf of Wm . Brooke , a prisoner in Northallerton " hell-hole . "
Macclesfield . —Mr . West will lecture on Sunday evening , in the Chartist-rooms , at half-past six o ' clock . Middlesex . —The County Delegate Council of Middlesex will meet on Sunday next , for the purpose of devising the best means of providing for making a demonstration to welcome O'Coanor . Ashton-cndek-Lyne . —The members of this Association are requested to meet in their room , Catherine-street , on Sunday next , at two o ' olock in the afternoon , on business of importance . Leigh . —There will be a meeting held next Sunday , at two o ' clock in the afternoon , in the Association-room , wheu friends from Astley , Fildaley , Chowbent , Lowton , and Westhoughton . are desired to attend .
Sunderland . —On Sunday afternoon , Mr . Binns will lecture at the Life Boat House , at half-past two . Oa Tuesday evening , at eight o ' clock , a public meeting will be held , for the purpose of enrolling members in the National Charter Association . Messrs . Binns , Williams , Taylor , Bragg , and others wiil address the meeting . Newton Heath . —Mr . Edward Clark will leoture in the Association Room , on Monday , the 6 th oi
September , at eight o clock in the evening . Lancashire . —Mr . Doyle will lecture in Warrington on Monday the 6 th ; Prescott , Tuesday the 7 th ; and Liverpool on Wednesday , the 8 ; h September ; and will be in Dublin on Sunday the 12 th , from which plaoe he will go to Drogheda , Newry , Armagh , Lisburn , and Belfast . Haslegrove . —Mr . William Fenton will leoture in this village to-morrow evening , ( ounday ) at six o ' clock .
A new Floating Breakwater ib about to be laid down at Brighton on a plan projected by Captain Taylor , R . N . The inhabitants have come forward very liberally , the Chain-pier Company have given £ 500 ; and no doubt whatever exists of the completion of the project , which will afford perfect security at all times , aud in all weathers , to persons landing and embarking . . Fracas in Pall ' -Mall . —A personal collision took place , on Wednesday afternoon , in front ot the United Service Club , between Mr . Sheppard and
Captain Fitz Roy , the candidates at the list election for the City of Durham . It appears that Mr . Sheppard , accompanied by two gentlemen , stepped before Captain Fitz Roy , and , snaking bis whip over his head , stated that ,- though he would not strike him . he must consider himself horsewhipped ; upon which Captain Fitz Roy struck Mr . Sheppard ; a souffle then eusued . which terminated by-Captain Fiti Rot knocking Mr . Sheppard down , who fell on bis back on the pavement , when the bystanders interfered , and the parties were separated . Some matters connected with the Durham election are Baid to have been the cause of this unpleasant affair .
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GENERAL COUNCIL . HEBDEN BRIDGE . Thos . Mitchell . John Vwley . John Crossley . John Midgley . Matthew Hawkea . Thomas Diwson , Sub-Treasurer . Henry Barritt , sub-Secretary . Haslegrove . —The following have been elected on the council
:-r-Joseph Wood James Fiddler Benjamin Simpson John Daniels , sub-Treasurer Joseph Brooks , sub-Secretary , Chappel-Bt . Upwards of twenty members have been enrolled in tho association at Haslegrore .
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VOL . IV . NO . 199 . SATTJKDAY , SEPTEMBER 4 , 1841 . ' \ ™ ° S ™ pS * S ' •*
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Northern Star (1837-1852), Sept. 4, 1841, page unpag, in the Nineteenth-Century Serials Edition (2008; 2018) ncse.ac.uk/periodicals/ns/issues/vm2-ncseproduct1125/page/1/
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