Extract of a letter dated from on board the Prin cess Charlotte, Marmorice Bay, Dec. 13, 1840 - I am sorry to inform you that the Zsbra was driven on shore and totally wrecked, with the loss of three of her crew. The Belle'rophon was nearly lost, and the Pique lost her masts. Dreadful weather on tho coast. We, thank God, have escaped, but most miraculously four anchors ahead. I never saw worse weather. Yc have 12 sail of the line here, and a host of small craft. Ferguson arrived it this city on Monday, and is no doubt now among his constituents. Of his success there is no doubt, and the Tory gentleman who has been reconnoitring the ground is now satisfied, we presame, that he might have spared himself the trouble.-Scotsman. watch committee and the magistrates have taken into their consideration the application of Colonel Molyneux, of the 8th Hussars, as to the police of the city having a ge neral order to salute him when they meet him in the street, and though it is the wish of the mayor and magistrates, and also of the watch committee, that a proper courtesy should be shown to the gallant colonel and to the officers of the regiment by the police force and they think that, as the colonel wishes it, the courtesy of lifting their hats .might be extended , yet they feel that no erder can be made to that effect such as would go te exclude a man from the force who should not comply with the de mand of the colonel. There can be ao doubt but the extraordinary manner in which the complaint was made, has subjected the gentleman who could make it to the sport of the citizens during the merry-makings at Christ mas, for they seem in a universal titter about it kut the individual desire of the magistrates is unquestiona bly that the deference should be shown. No doubt they feel that to make an order in the business would subject them also to no small share of public ridicule. The policemen who have betn branded by the gallant Colonel as a set of d-d bl-kg-i, determine net to move their hats.-Bury Post. correspondent show that the multiplication was the average of twelve weeks by three and that besides the Gazette returns are not the basis of the calculation, hut only employed as an adjunct until the weekly statements are again made public. If, however, the committee on banks of issue should not call for the continuance of those weekly returns, or should they be discontinued after they have fulfil led the object of their appointment, the Gazette re turns would be again necessary to carry on the cal culations, and it rests with our correspondent in Coventry to say how far they could be relied on. The Author of Reflections on the Currency says his owa opinions on the currency are, that it ought to be regulated by operating upon the rate of interest, and not upon the amount of circulation. Without attempting to tollow his reasonings, we would briefly remark that they contaio nothing new upon the point, and that Mr. Tooke was unable to support the same theory before the committee. The questions and answers at pp. 356 and 357 of the Re port show that it would be impossible to arrest the drain of bullion by means of any rational operation on the rate of interest. Mr. Tooke, in attempting to show that it could be done by such means without diminishing the amount of notes in circulation, was involved in a labyrinth of contradiction, from which he could not escape, and the Author of Reflections on the Currency does not make the theory, which really belongs to Mr. Tooke, and not to him, one iota stronger. It is in accordance with common sense that in proportion as the bullion leaves the Bank the directors ought to diminish the amount of paper which they have in issue convertible into gold. There was not much business doing in the Eng lish Funds to-day, but prices continue to improve. Consols for the opening were quoted at 685 to j in the early part of the day, but towards the close of business the price advanced to 88i to Exchequer Bills were 19. higher, being 3s. to 5s. prem.

Extract of a letter dated from on board the Princess Charlotte, Marmorice Bay, Dec. 13. 1840. I am sorry to inform you that the Zebra was driven on shore and totally wrecked, with the loss of three of her crew. The Bellerophon was nearly lost, and the Pique lost her masts. Dreadſul weather on the coast. We, thank God, have escaped, but most miraculously four anchors ahead. I never saw worse weather. We have 12 sail of the line here, and a host of small craft. FERGUSON arrived in this city on Monday, and is no doubt now among his constituents. Of his success there is no doubt, and the Tory gentleman who has been reconnoitring the ground is now satisfied, we presame, that he might have spared himself the trouble.-Scotsman. watch committee and the magistrates have taken into their consideration the application of Colonel MOLYNEUX, of the 8th Hussars, as to the police of the city having a general order to salute him when they meet him in the street, and though it is the wish of the mayor and magistrates, and also of the watch committee, that a proper courtesy should be shown to the gallant colonel and to the officers of the regiment by the police force and they think that, as the colonel wishes it, the courtesy of lifting their hats might be extended , yet they feel that no order can be made to that effect such as would go to exclude a man from the force who should not comply with the demand of the colonel. There can be no doubt but the extraordinary manner in which the complaint was made, has subjected the gentleman who could make it to the sport of the citizens during the merry-makings at Christmas, for they seem in a universal titter about it but the individual desire of the magistrates is unquestionably that the deference should be shown. No doubt they feel that to make an order in the business would subject them also to no small share of public ridicule. The policemen who have been branded by the gallant Colonel as a set of d-d bl-kg-s, determine net to move their hats.-Bury Post. correspondent show that the multiplication was the average of twelve weeks by three and that besides the Gazette returns are not the basis of the calculation, but only employed as an adjunct until the weekly statements are again made public. If, however, the committee on banks of issue should not call for the continuance of those weekly returns, or should they be discontinued after they have fulfilled the object of their appointment, the Gazette returns would be again necessary to carry on the calculations, and it rests with our correspondent in Coventry to say how far they could be relied on. The Author of Reflections on the Currency says his own opinions on the currency are, that it ought to be regulated by operating upon the rate of interest, and not upon the amount of circulation. Without attempting to follow his reasonings, we would briefly remark that they contain nothing new upon the point, and that Mr. Tooke was unable to support the same theory before the committee. The questions and answers at pp. 356 and 357 of the Report show that it would be impossible to arrest the drain of bullion by means of any rational operation on the rate of interest. Mr. Tooke, in attempting to show that it could he done by such means without diminishing the amount of notes in circulation, was involved in a labyrinth of contradiction, from which he could not escape, and the Author of Reflections on the Currency does not make the theory, which really belongs to Mr. Tooke, and not to him, one iota stronger. It is in accordance with common sense that in proportion as the bullion leaves the Bank the directors ought to diminish the amount of paper which they have in issue convertible into gold. There was not much business doing in the Eng-lish Funds to-day, but prices continue to improve. Consols for the opening were quoted at 88 5 8 to ¾ in the early part of the day, but towards the close of business the price advanced to 88¾ to 7 8. Exchequer Bills were 1s. higher, being 3s. to 5s. prem.


The Share Market was firm, and South Westerns experienced u further improvement of 10s. per share. This was settling day in the Foreign House, where money was in demand, the rates for which varied trom i to8 per cent., according to the secu rity offered. Since the last settlement the fluctua tions have been somewhat extensive, particularly in Peninsular securities. Spanish Actives, which were then at 23§ to J, advanced to 24J, when, on the matters in dispute between Spain and Portngal being made known, a rapid decline took place to 22J, since which, however, a marked improvement has taken place in the Active Stock, which at one period of the day had advanoed to 25 for money. In Portuguese, the extreme fluctuation was also considerable, amounting to up wards of 2 percent., and in South American from 1J to 2 per cent. Dutch Two-and-a-Half per Cents, have given way 1 per cent, within the same period.

The Share Market was firm, and South Westerns experienced a further improvement of 10s. per share. This was a settling day in the Foreign House, where money was in demand, the rates for which varied from 1 to 8 per cent., according to the security offered. Since the last settlement the fluctuations have been somewhat extensive, particularly in Peninsular securities. Spanish Actives, which were then at 23s to J, advanced to 24J, when, on the matters in dispute between Spain and Portugal being made known, a rapid decline took place to 22J, since which, however, a marked improvement has taken place in the Active Stock, which at one period of the day had advanced to 25 for money. In Portuguese, the extreme fluctuation was also considerable, amounting to upwards of 2 percent., and in South American from 1J to 2 per cent. Dutch Two-and-a-Half per Cents, have given way 1 per cent, within the same period.

The Share Market was firm, and South Westerns experienced a further improvement of 10s. per share. This was settling day in the Foreign House, where money was in demand, the rates for which varied from 6 to 8 per cent., according to the security offered. Since the last settlement the fluctuations have been somewhat extensive, particularly in Peninsular securities. Spanish Actives, which were then at 23 5 8 to ¾, advanced to 24 ½, when, on the matters in dispute between Spain and Portugal being made known, a rapid decline took place to 22½, since which, however, a marked improvement has taken place in the Active Stock, which at one period of the day had advanced to 25¼ for money. In Portuguese, the extreme fluctuation was also considerable, amounting to upwards of 2 percent., and in South American from 1½ to 2 per cent. Dutch Two-and-a-Half per Cents. have given way 1 per cent. within the same period.


At the opening of the market this morning, Spanish Actives were quoted at 24 to J, buto . some influential parties appearing as buyers, prices gradually improved to 25 to 5, at which they closed firm. In South American Securities, a fur ther improvement took place of nearly J per cent. Consols for the opening closed at 88 to Three per Cents. Reduced, 88J to 9 Three-aad-a-Half per Cent. Reduced, 97 to Bank Stock, 156 to 7 Exchequer Bills, 3s. to 5s. prem. Spanish Actives, 25 to Deferred, 13 to Passive, 6 to Portuguese Five per Cents., 32 ditto Three perCents., 21 to Dutch Five per Cent ., 97 to ditto Two-and-a-Half per Cents., 51 to Belgian, 97 to 8 Colombian, 24 Mexican, 29 to Peruvian, 15 to 10 Brazilian, 70 to 1 J.1 Birmingham old , 81 to83prem. ditto Jshares , 22 to 4 South Western, 50 to 7 per share Great Western, 25 to 6 prem. Manchester and Leeds, 0 to 8 prem. Manchester and Birmingham, 15 to 13 dis. Birmingham and Derby, 28 to 0 dig Gosport Junction, 5 to 6 prem. Brighton, 6 j 0 5 dis. Blackball, 4 to 4 dis. London and Greenwich, 8 to per share. The following were the official quotations in the different markets durinsthe day -ENGLISH demand for all k. a , produce is still almost suspended and, in consequent. we have little scope for remark. In the Sugar market rot a single transaction j taken place since Thursday last, and prices remain q nominal but, with so small a stock on hand, be supposed a further decline will take place. W t . cipate some improvement in the course of a few we ' The CorrEE market also remains in a very the merchants refuse to offer their stock at sent, while the trade appear disposed to hold bark am they can ascertain what quantity of Coffee is yet to coj from the Cape of Good Hope and the few operas-have not produced the least change in prices. Tea meets with a steady demand from the dealers. fall prices are paid. Company's Congou it row Y e -for 2s 1W to 2s ljd per lb cash. The tendenrj 0 market is upward. Tallow has becomo flat, with rather lower r rf , P. Y.C. 47s 3d on the spot. DECREE OF THE GERMAN n !iT AGAINST TRADES' OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION. The following decree of the Supreme German f dcral Diet of the 3d of December, 16441, is, on the rity of the lion. Senate, hereby brought unde.- r ' cognizance. City Chancery, Frank fort.on-the-.Maine, Dec. 22, 1840 THE DECREE.

"At the opening of the market this morning, Spanish Actives were quoted at 24 to J, but some influential parties appearing as buyers, prices gradually improved to 25 to 5, at which they closed firm. In South American Securities, a further improvement took place of nearly 1 per cent. Consols for the opening closed at 88 to Three per Cents. Reduced, 88J to 9 Three-and-a-Half per Cent. Reduced, 97 to Bank Stock, 156 to 7 Exchequer Bills, 3s. to 5s. prem. Spanish Actives,

At the opening of the market this morning, Spanish Actives were quoted at 24¾ to 7 8, but on some influential parties appearing as buyers, prices gradually improved to 25 3 8 to ½, at which they closed firm. In South American Securities, a further improvement took place of nearly ½ per cent. Consols for the opening closed at 88¾ to 7 8 Three per Cents. Reduced, 88 7 8 to 9 Three-and-a-Half per Cent. Reduced, 97 3 8 to ½ Bank Stock, 156½ to 7 Exchequer Bills, 3s. to 5s. prem. Spanish Actives, 25 3 8 to ½ Deferred, 13 to ¼ Passive, 6 3 8 to ½ Portuguese Five per Cents., 32¼ to ¾ ditto Three per Cents., 21 to ½ Dutch Five per Cents., 97¼ to 3 4 ditto Two-and-a-Half per Cents., 51 1 8 to 1 8 Belgian, 97 to 8 Colombian, 24 to ½ Mexican, 29 to ½ Peruvian, 15 to 16 Brazilian, 70½ to 1½. Birmingham old , 81 to 83 prem. ditto ¼ shares , 22 to 4 South Western, 56 to 7 per share Great Western, 25½ to 6½ prem. Manchester and Leeds, 6 to 8 prem. Manchester and Birmingham, 15 to 13 dis. Birmingham and Derby, 28 to 6 dis. Gosport Junction, 5 to 6 prem. Brighton, 6 to 5½ dis. Blackwall, 4½ to 4 dis. London and Greenwich, 8 to ½ per share. The following were the official quotations in the different markets during the dayENGLISH demand for all kinds of produce is still almost suspended and, in consequence, we have little scope for remark. In the SUGAR market not a single transaction has taken place since Thursday last, and prices remain quite nominal but, with so small a stock on hand, be supposed a further decline will take place. We anticipate some improvement in the course of a few weeks. The COFFEE market also remains in a very the merchants refuse to offer their stock at present, while the trade appear disposed to hold back until they can ascertain what quantity of Coffee is yet to come from the Cape of Good Hope and the few operations have not produced the least change in prices. TEA meets with a steady demand from the dealers, and full prices are paid. Company's Congou is now held for 2s 1½d to 2s 1¾d per 1b cash. The tendency of the market is upward. TALLOW has become flat, with rather lower prices. P. Y. C. 47s 3d on the spot. DECREE OF THE GERMAN DIET AGAINST TRADES OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION. The following decree of the Supreme German Federal Diet of the 3d of December, 1840, is, on the authority of the hon. Senate, hereby brought under general cognizance. City Chancery, Frankkort-on-the-Maine, Dec. 22, 1840. THE DECREE.


ABOLITION OF THE UNIONS EXISTING AVON MAN WORKING TRADESMEN, AND The united governments are agreed upon carrvla, into effect uniform measures with respect to such hjn-craftsmen ns by participation in illicit unions of jotrf.T men, jurisdictions of journeymen, strikes, and the ,! malpractices, have offended against the laws of the cu £ . try. Wherefore, I. From such handicraftsmen as may bo guilty m ,- v of the said offeucos in one of the confederate stjv, t whieh they do not belong by domicile shall be taken. Jy trial and punishment, their wanderbucher or trauil,, passes, in which the committed violation of the law rectly described shall be noted, with the allotted pm . ment, and the said wandortucher and travelling pu, fl shall be sent to the authorities of the domiciles it respective journeymen. 2. Such handicraftsmen shall, after undergoing tr r punishment, be transferred, by prescribed route, • states wherein they have their uotr,idles, and shul • ere be detained under strict inspection, in order that ther may not be permitted to obtain employment in ar. other state of the confederacy. Exceptions from this dc ,ii a shall only take place when the government of the doiti. cile. in consequence of the con inued good conduct of i returned handicraftsman, shall be induced to give La i new wanderbucher or travelling pass fur other state,. 3. The governments arc to provide descriptions of the handicraftsmen who, on acco.jt of the aforesaid offence, have bjen sent home, to make reciprocal communications respecting th ,, who, by way of exception, are permitted to resun j their travels. 4. The preceding regulations shall be expmsly to every handicraftsman on the commence. .■ of his travelling period, before bis wanderbucher, or tra velling pass, be delivered to him and that this hisb v dune, must be officially recorded in the register of traiek ling workmen. 5. The promulgation of the present decree sha hr mad in each state of the confederacy, according to it, constitutional forms, and, certification of the same Drug done, shall be returned to the Diet within two mott'a from the date hereof. A journeyman is obliged to travel fer a certain tu ber of years, ,4 tied iu different states, before hr ut set up at horn as a master of hie own trade. Oh tnetmi-nation of his uppreatieesh p hit years comm nee, und then a bonk , in wtlieh ami other particulars girai him. COURT CIRCULAR. WINDSOR-Thursday.

"ABOLITION OF THE UNIONS EXISTING AMONG AVON MAN WORKING TRADESMEN, AND The united governments are agreed upon carrying, into effect uniform measures with respect to such handicraftsmen, as by participation in illicit unions of journeymen, jurisdictions of journeymen, strikes, and the ,! malpractices, have offended against the laws of the country. Wherefore, I. From such handicraftsmen as may be guilty of the said offences in one of the confederate states, which they do not belong by domicile shall be taken. By trial and punishment, their wanderbücher or travel passes, in which the committed violation of the law directly described shall be noted, with the allotted punishment, and the said wanderbücher and travelling papers shall be sent to the authorities of the respective journeymen. 2. Such handicraftsmen shall, after

ABOLITION OF THE UNIONS EXISTING AMONG GERMAN WORKING TRADESMEN, AND The united governments are agreed upon carrying into effect uniform measures with respect to such handi-craftsmen as by participation in illicit unions of journey-men, jurisdictions of journeymen, strike, and the like malpractices, have offended against the laws of the coun-try. Wherefore, 1. From such handicraftsmen as may be guilty of any of the said offences in one of the confederate states to which they do not belong by domicile shall be taken, after trial and punishment, their wanderbücher or travelling passes, in which the committed violation of the law correctly described shall be noted, with the allotted pubishment, and the said wanderbücher and travelling passes shall be sent to the authorities of the domiciles of the respective journeymen. 2. Such handicraftsmen shall, after undergoing their punishment, be transferred, by prescribed routes, to the states wherein they have their domiciles, and shall there be detained under strict inspection, in order that they may not be permitted to obtain employment in any other state of the confederacy. Exceptions from this decision shall only take place when the government of the domicile. in consequence of the continued good conduct of a returned handicraftsman, shall be induced to give him a new wanderbücher or travelling pass for other states. 3. The governments are to provide descriptions of the handicraftsmen who, on account of the aforesaid offence, have been sent home, to make reciprocal communications respecting those who, by way of exception, are permitted to resume their travels. 4. The preceding regulations shall be expressly to every handicraftsman on the commencement of his travelling period, before his wanderbücher, or travelling pass, be delivered to him and that this has been done, must be officially recorded in the register of travelling workmen. 5. The promulgation of the present decree shall be made in each state of the confederacy, according to its constitutional forms, and, certification of the same being done, shall be returned to the Diet within tow months from the date hereof. A journeyman is obliged to travel for a certain number of years, and find in different states, before he can set up at home as a master of his own trade. On the termination of his apprenticeship his years commence, and the a book , in which and other particulars given him. COURT CIRCULAR. WINDSOR-THURSDAY.


Her Majesty and his Royal Highness 1'rince Albert walked for some time this morning on the terrace of tie Castle. Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Kent, attenJcu U Lady Fanny Howard, took her accustomed exercke. Her Majesty rode out this afternoon in nooptn pa phaeton, which was driven by his Royal Highness IV e Albert. Colonel Wemyss, Mr. Rich, and CapUiu f mour were in attendance. His Royal Highness Prinee Albert hoaourvd Mr. Fusler with an interview this morning, and inspected a tinisr.cd picture and sketch of her Majesty the Quer n Lord and Lady Holland and Sir George Grcj arc ti pected to arrive this evening on a visit. His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambric 1 1 -■ rived at Cambridge-house, Piccadilly at a quarter t .un four o'clock yesterday afternoon, from the ror,tfo r. His Royal Highness after his arrival paid a '-V it Duchess of Gloucester, and in the evening dined it Gloucester-house. The Right Hon. T. B. Macaulay has arrived at Hr .'• lands, Hants, on a visit to Viscount aud Vucoasw Palmerston. The Eurl of Minto has left town for his seat. Hawick. Despatches for the Governor'of Ceylon were wot of yesterday, from the Coloniil-offiec. The Marquess of Normanby has returned irb town to his residence in lias tern-terrace.-hr Gazette. By the recent demise of Lord son of Lord Elgin, his sister. Lady lady of the memberfor North fortuni, apply ing to thirty thousand a year. The extended tk H-cencc of the Haymarket Theatre, by wh icl, act of the spirited and able manager 0 f this favourite pV 4 amusement will be enabled continue his 3 4 per Ct. Red , hi per Cent. New 97 hi x.

"Her Majesty and his Royal Highness Prince Albert walked for some time this morning on the terrace of the Castle. Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Kent, attended by Lady Fanny Howard, took her accustomed exercise. Her Majesty rode out this afternoon in a non-optim phaeton, which was driven by his Royal Highness Prince Albert. Colonel Wemyss, Mr. Rich, and Captain of the mourn were in attendance. His Royal Highness Prince Albert honoured Mr. Fulsler with an interview this morning, and inspected a tinier picture and sketch of her Majesty the Queen. Lord and Lady Holland and Sir George Grey are expected to arrive this evening on a visit. His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge arrived at Cambridge-house, Piccadilly at a quarter to four o'clock yesterday afternoon, from the continent. His Royal Highness after his arrival paid a visit to the Duchess of Gloucester, and in the evening dined at Gloucester-house. The Right Hon. T. B. Macaulay has arrived at Hurstlands, Hants, on a visit to Viscount and Viscout Palmerston. The Earl of Minto has left town for his seat, Hawick. Despatches for the Governor of Ceylon were sent off yesterday, from the Colonial-office. The Marquess of Normanby has returned to town to his residence in Belgrave-square. The Gazette. By the recent demise of Lord John of Lord Elgin, his sister, Lady Hester of the member for Northampton, applying for thirty thousand a year. The extension of the Haymarket Theatre, by which, act of the spirited and able manager of this favourite pastime will be enabled to continue his 3/4 per cent. Red, hi per cent. New

Her Majesty and his Royal Highness Prince Albert walked for some time this morning on the terrace of the Castle. Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Kent, attended by Lady Fanny Howard, took her accustomed exercise. Her Majesty rode out this afternoon in an open pony phaeton, which was driven by his Royal Highness Prince Albert. Colonel Wemyss, Mr. Rich, and Captain Seymour were in attendance. His Royal Highness Prince Albert honoured Mr. Fowler with an interview this morning, and inspected a finished picture and sketch of her Majesty the Queen. Lord and Lady Holland and Sir George Grey are expected to arrive this evening on a visit. His Royal Highness Prince George of Cambridge arrived at Cambridge-house, Piccadilly at a quarter before four o'clock yesterday afternoon, from the continent. His Royal Highness after his arrival paid a to the Duchess of Gloucester, and in the evening dined at Gloucester-house. The Right Hon. T. B. Macaulay has arrived at Broadlands, Hants, on a visit to Viscount and Viscountess Palmerston. The Earl of Minto has left town for his seat near Hawick. Despatches for the Governor of Ceylon were sent off yesterday, from the Colonial-office. The Marquess of NORMANBY has returned from town to his residence in Eastern-terrace.-Brighton Gazette. By the recent demise of Lord son of Lord ELGIN, his sister, Lady lady of the member for North fortune, approaching to thirty thousand a year. The extended the licence of the Haymarket Theatre, by which act of the spirited and able manager of this favourite place of amusement will be enabled continue his 3½ per Ct. Red., 3½ per Cent. New, 97 1 8 ¼ ex.


Stu-1 have road with much satisfaction your remarks of Tuesday on the subject of the meeting to be held on the 6th of January, and being an interested party, I can not but repudiate the language in which the same is sum. moned as much more likely to defeat than benefit the welfare of the stockholders. It is confessedly notorious that Portugal is poor, labouring under the u ual disad-vantage of a restoration, and it is rather too hasty to tax her with dishonour or dishonesty becaase she finds herself temporarily compelled to forego her pavments, without dispassionately looking to th circumstances of her posi-tion. Just immerged out of revolution, with a disquieted people, and charter ill-defined-cheeked in progress of improvement by repeated outrages of popular violence and her finances expended lay necessary measures for aonsolidating the public peace and security-threatened on one side for a ectilemeet of British claims, and menaced by Spain on the other upon the Douro question, she claims our forbearance rather than censure, at the present time more especially. I have carefully perused the de cree for resumption of payment of the foreign debt, and I Chancellor and the Most Distinguished Order of George, to he a Knight Grand Cross • - i said Tuesday last, an occur ' ' of an extraordinary nature came to the kuowledgv 01 inhabitant, of Wh ddnn, near Rainhill. In the court c -the day a plain-looking woman, with a child in her walked fato the Hanging Birch, a small beer-shop ■ Whiddon, and called for a glass of ale. This rcqufF addressed to the female who kept the house, who. s'- l! time, wa. busily employed preparing a batch of bread for the oven. She immediately abandoned her then occuP ' tion to wait upon her customer, and went down stvr draw the beer, leaving hor own infant in the era ' t asleep On her return from the cellar, the Undiady surpri.-e may be conceived at finding her custoiw vanished, without waiting for the liquor she kaJ trouble of drawing. The abrupt d p r - u '' of her guest caused no suspicion at the monied 0 anything being wrong, as ever thing, on her re turn from below stairs, appeared just as she hi- little while, however, a discovery took j A which nearly deprived the poor woman ef herrei 3 and might have led to consequences not easily child in the cradle having become by loud screams that the attention be desirable, the mother stooped to take ' her arms, when-who can describe the feelings-she found the infant quite black Thinking it was labouring under strong off for medical assistance in a state of m ' bordering on distraction. The medical man. on be consulted, declared that nothing on earth with the child, it being as ho' 1 . babe as hail lately come uoder his inspect' 00 , as for the darkness of its face, it natural causes, the fact being that the cM ' born black, for no other reason than because must have been of the same colour. Thet' of the nutter instantly flashed across the unhappy woman, and the conclusion was, that it' sweet babe had been carried off by the strut 1 man, who had substituted this precious hue-a black child, on the principle .b 1 ' change is no robbery.'' The hue and cry but without leading to the discovr ry of this wanton and cruel outrage. It souse of shame induced bv a n of the female with a niau of the cause of her practising young darky, who was the genuine smut, and would rival In ustre Morison was immediately packed 0 ff to where, we believe, the jigger still remains, hopes of paterai,ty Liverpool

SIR-I have read with much satisfaction your remarks of Tuesday on the subject of the meeting to be held on the 6th of January, and being an interested party, I cannot but repudiate the language in which the same is summoned as much more likely to defeat than benefit the welfare of the stockholders. It is confessedly notorious that Portugal is poor, labouring under the usual disadvantage of a restoration, and it is rather too hasty to tax her with dishonour or dishonesty because she finds herself temporarily compelled to forego her payments, without dispassionately looking to the circumstances of her position. Just immerged out of revolution, with a disquieted people, and charter ill-defined-checked in progress of improvement by repeated outrages of popular violence, and her finances expended by necessary measures for consolidating the public peace and security-threatened on one side for a settlement of British claims, and menaced by Spain on the other upon the Douro question, she claims our forbearance rather than censure, at the present time more especially. I have carefully perused the decree for resumption of payment of the foreign debt, and I Chancellor and the Most Distinguished Order of George, to be a Knight Grand Cross of the said Tuesday last, an occurrence of an extraordinary nature came to the knowledge of the inhabitants of Whiddon, near Rainhill. In the course of the day a plain-looking woman, with a child in her arms, walked into the Hanging Birch, a small beer-shop at Whiddon, and called for a glass of ale. This request was addressed to the female who kept the house, who, at the time, was busily employed preparing a batch of bread for the oven. She immediately abandoned her then occupation to wait upon her customer, and went down stairs to draw the beer, leaving her own infant in the cradle fast asleep. On her return from the cellar, the landlady's surprise may be conceived at finding her customer had vanished, without waiting for the liquor she had trouble of drawing. The abrupt departure of her guest caused no suspicion at the moment of anything being wrong, as everything, on her re-turn from below stairs, appeared just as she had little while, however, a discovery took place which nearly deprived the poor woman of her reason, and might have led to consequences not easily child in the cradle having become by loud screams that the attention be desirable, the mother stooped to take it in her arms, when-who can describe the feelings-she found the infant quite black Thinking it was labouring under strong off for medical assistance in a state of mind bordering on distraction. The medical man, on being consulted, declared that nothing on earth with the child, it being as healthy a babe as had lately come under his inspection and as for the darkness of its face, it natural causes, the fact being that the child was born black, for no other reason than because must have been of the same colour. The truth of the matter instantly flashed across the unhappy woman, and the conclusion was, that her own sweet babe had been carried off by the stranger woman, who had substituted this precious huc-a black child, on the principle chat exchange is no robbery. The hue and cry but without leading to the discovery of this wanton and cruel outrage. It sense of shame induced by an of the female with a man of the cause of her practising young darky, who was the genuine double smut, and would rival in ustre Morison's was immediately packed off to where, we believe, the nigger still remains, hopes of paternity.-Liverpool


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38, 7, Broadclyst 7.54, Pinhoe 8.15, St. David's 8.20, 8.35, Yeoford 9 2,Sarapford 9 18 DEVONPORTat 11.10 p.m not jbet new eaet'in the -direction of the Parliament House, J ut we concentrated on the Poor-House, In the House of Commons, Demos has, of 1 1 years, been made use of by all sorts an conditions of members. No doubt the working classes have a great claim upon the country. It is acknowledged that it ia not only the duty but the interest of society to eee that the industrious and the residuum should be well cared for. Our objection is to the methods used by certain politicians who trade on the wants of the people, and seek to climb into notoriety over their backs. Their ever lasting shout of The People-make way for the People! means ''Make way for us- h'e are the people. In the House of Commons, Demos is King, but in tbe other House ho is a thing of shreds and patches. Immediately poverty drives him to the Poor House his former friends know him no more. He hoe no longer a vote, and so his name is struck ofl the roll of the People. What consideration do bis former patrons show him ? 'What a ohange oomes over the scene. The man whose voioo but a little while ego assisted to swell the ohorus of popular clamour, whoso vote formed no mean element in forcing the tide to flow in the direction that suited his political tutors, lies neglected and forlorn. Instead of being, as be was led to believe, the salt of tbe earth, he discovers he is an inoumbrance. There are, of course, cases ondesorving of pity, but is not the fact of a man or woman applying for relief, in itself, too often considered evidenoe of unwortbinese ? That the question of tho treatment of the poor is on deserving of far more careful consideration than it has hitherto reoeived must be admitted, and although not sanguine that any important results will follow a more ohange of persons as guardians, we have faith that the intro duction of the lady element will produoe beneficial results. be available to return December, by any SCOTTER, General Manager. r T WESTERN RAILWAY i r ENGLAND FAT CATTLE AND Pul LTP.Y El UK FAT STOCK SHOW. ■DA RETURN TICKETS will be PLYMOUTH, on WEDNESDAY', from KXETBR at 7.10 Dartmouth 6.47, Kmifsbridgo 8.17 a m. URSDAY, DECEMBER 13, from at 8 10 a m , Moretouhampstead 6.55, Torquay 9 5, Ashburton 7.3, DECEMRER 14, to at 6 30 and 9.10 a m., Kiug.bridgt- 8.15. Dartmouth 5.47 and 9.25, 9 35, Torquay 7.27 and 7 20, Newton Abbet 8.0 many other stations and tee bills. STAPLE FAT STOCK SHOW. DECEMBER 12, v' DAY RETURN TICKETS from TAUNTON pjtzwarren, Milverton, Moej-bath. Dulverton, East SOUTHMOLTON 9 30 7.15 , Rrampford Up Exe, Cadeleigh, , and soe bills. ilY L AM BERT, General Manager. TO NEW PREMISES tv WATERBEER-STREET. sf F. AND COLONIAL COUPONS COLLECTED. HEDRAL YARD, EXETER. F G. HOI SON Late STONE , 36 37, HIGH-STREET, GIVES THE VALUE IN CASH FOR OLD JEWELRY, SILVER, PRECIOUS STONES, 0 . GOLD JEWELRY, GEM JEWELRY, ENGAGEMENT RINGS, HALL MARKED SILVER PLATE, BEST ELECTRO PLATT, AT LESS THAN STORE PRICES. PLATE REPAIRED A RESTORED AS SEW. SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO 1 ALL REPAIRS. All Goode Marked in Plain modification. Are the present officials from the Master and Matron to the gate porter, the proper grade of persone to employ ? Are the buildings laid out in suoh a manner as to permit of comfort and discipline ? Is the policy of employing paupers to look after paupers, wise ? We may look to the lady Guardians to enlighten the publio upon many points effecting Workhouse economies on which, at present, information is wanting.

38, 7.47, Broadclyst 7.54, Pinhoe 8.15, St. David's 8.20, 8.35, Yeoford 9.2, Sampford 9.18 DEVONPORT at 11.10 p.m not just now cast in the direction of the Parliament House, but are concentrated on the Poor House. In the House of Commons, Demos has, of late years, been made use of by all sorts and conditions of members. No doubt the working classes have a great claim upon the country. It is acknowledged that it is not only the duty but the interest of society to see that the industrious and the residuum should be well cared for. Our objection is to the methods used by certain politicians who trade on the wants of the people, and seek to climb into notoriety over their backs. Their everlasting shout of The People-make way for the People! means Make way for us-We are the people. In the House of Commons, Demos is King, but in the other House he is a thing of shreds and patches. Immediately poverty drives him to the Poor House his former friends know him no more. He has no longer a vote, and so his name is struck off the roll of the People. What consideration do his former patrons show him? What a change comes over the scene. The man whose voice but a little while ago assisted to swell the chorus of popular clamour, whose vote formed no mean element in forcing the tide to flow in the direction that suited his political tutors, lies neglected and forlorn. Instead of being, as he was led to believe, the salt of the earth, he discovers he is an incumbrance. There are, of course, cases undeserving of pity, but is not the fact of a man or woman applying for relief, in itself, too often considered evidence of unworthiness? That the question of the treatment of the poor is one deserving of far more careful consideration than it has hitherto received must be admitted, and although not sanguine that any important results will follow a more change of persons as guardians, we have faith that the introduction of the lady element will produce beneficial results. be available to return December, by any SCOTTER, General Manager. GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY TEST OF ENGLAND FAT CATTLE AND POULTRY EXETER FAT STOCK SHOW. CHEAP DAY RETURN TICKETS will be PLYMOUTH, on WEDNESDAY, from EXETER at 7.10 Dartmouth 6.47, Kingbridge 8.17 a.m. On THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13, from at 8.10 a. m., Moretonhampstead 6.55, Torquay 9.5, Ashburton 7.3, DECEMBER 14, to at 6.30 and 9.10 a.m., Kingsbridge 8.15, Dartmouth 6.27 and 9.25, 9.35, Torquay 7.27 and 7.20, Newton Abbot 8.0 many other stations and see bills. BARNSTAPLE FAT STOCK SHOW. DECEMBER 12, CHEAP DAY RETURN TICKETS from TAUNTON Fitzwarren, Milverton, Morebath, Dulverton, East SOUTHMOLTON 9.30 7.15 , Brampford Up Exe, Cadeleigh, , and sae bills. HY. LAMBERT, General Manager. TO NEW PREMISES IN WATERBEER-STREET. F. AND COLOIAL COUPONS COLLECTED. CATHEDRAL YARD, EXETER. F G. HODSON Late STONE . 36 37, HIGH-STREET, GIVES THE VALUE IN CASH FOR OLD JEWELRY, SILVER, PRECIOUS STONES, c. GOLD JEWELRY, GEM JEWELRY, ENGAGEMENT RINGS, HALL MARKED SILVER PLATE, BEST ELECTRO PLATE, AT LESS THAN STORE PRICES. PLATE REPAIHED RESTORED AS NEW. SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TOTO ALL REPAIRS. ☞ All Goods Marked in Plain modification. Are the present officials from the Master and Matron to the gate porter, the proper grade of persons to employ? Are the buildings laid out in such a manner as to permit of comfort and discipline? Is the policy of employing paupers to look after paupers, wise? We may look to the lady Guardians to enlighten the public upon many points affecting Workhouse economies on which, at present, information is wanting.


They will find ample scope for their energies, not in interfering with the Matron's work, but by regularly visiting at frequent periods they will be able to test tho quality of the food, the method of its cooking, and the manner in which it is served to the inmates, the condition in which the wards are kent, how the inmates are provided for, and the attention given to patients and pauper children always keeping in view the main point, that of raising them out of tho rut of pauperism. These are points for close study and attention. Beyond all these anticipations, however, rises tbe blaok oloud of expense.

They will find ample scope for their energies, not in interfering with the matron's work, but by regularly visiting at frequent periods they will be able to test the quality of the food, the method of its cooking, and the manner in which it is served to the inmates, the condition in which the wards are kept, how the inmates are provided for, and the attention given to patients and pauper children always keeping in view the main point, that of raising them out of the rut of pauperism. These are points for close study and attention. Beyond all these anticipations, however, rises the black cloud of expense.

They will find ample scope for their energies, not in interfering with the Matron's work, but by regularly visiting at frequent periods they will be able to test the quality of the food, the method of its cooking, and the manner in which it is served to the inmates, the condition in which the wards are kept, how the inmates are provided for, and the attention given to patients and pauper children always keeping in view the main point, that of raising them out of the rut of pauperism. These are points for close study and attention. Beyond all these anticipations, however, rises the black cloud of expense.


Money will be required to meet the re quirements and outlay. When the flush of novelty is over and the ratepayers begin to feel the pinch, those who are anxious now to claim credit for this and other sooial revolutions, as they are callod, will withdraw their pretensions. With the appearance of a long bill from the tax oolleotor they will vanish. Extra taxes being inevitable, it will be wise for the voters to support candidates who are likely to fulfil their promises,and thus beforehand secure tho ohance of a good return for the money they will be assuredly be called on to produoe. We cannot promise the Guardians of the future an easy task nor an enviable one, but we heartily wish them good speed. i Eva up to Date. By I'AY. SON, HEWITTS 'PAGINAL and CELEBRATED UXBING AND CALVING REMEDIES. ~HE CHEMICAL EXTRACT Anoiotiokj aft-er Calving- and Lambing. Straining amd Preventing Gangrene Wounds.anJ Swolleu Udders. - '•ere ThroaU, Strains, and Rheumatism. ?• p?r bottle. THE RED DRENCH after limbing and Calving.

Money will be required to meet the requirements and outlay. When the flush of novelty is over and the ratepayers begin to feel the pinch, those who are anxious now to claim credit for this and other social revolutions, as they are called, will withdraw their pretensions. With the appearance of a long bill from the tax collector they will vanish. Extra taxes being inevitable, it will be wise for the voters to support candidates who are likely to fulfil their promises, and thus beforehand secure the chance of a good return for the money they will be assuredly be called on to produce. We cannot promise the Guardians of the future an easy task nor an enviable one, but we heartily wish them good speed. I Eva up to Date. By JAY. SON, HEWITTS 'PAGINAL and CELEBRATED UXBING AND CALVING AND CALVING REMEDIES. ~THE CHEMICAL EXTRACT Anodyne after Calving- and Lambing. Straining and Preventing Gangrene Wounds, and Swollen Udders. - There Throats, Strains, and Rheumatism. ?• per bottle. THE RED DRENCH after lambing and Calving.

Money will be required to meet the requirements and outlay. When the flush of novelty is over and the ratepayers begin to feel the pinch, those who are anxious now to claim credit for this and other social revolutions, as they are called, will withdraw their pretensions. With the appearance of a long bill from the tax collector they will vanish. Extra taxes being inevitable, it will be wise for the voters to support candidates who are likely to fulfil their promises,and thus beforehand secure the chance of a good return for the money they will be assuredly be called on to produce. We cannot promise the Guardians of the future an easy task nor an enviable one, but we heartily wish them good speed. Eve up to Date. BY DAY, SON, HEWITT'S ORIGINAL AND CELLEBRATED LAMBING AND CALVING REMEDIES. THE CHEMICAL EXTRACT Anointing after Calving and Lambing. For Straining and Preventing Gangrene. Wounds, and Swollen Udders. For Sore Throats, Strains, and Rheumatism. 7s per bottle. THE RED DRENCH after Lambing and Calving.


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AY, SON, Animal Medicine Manufactory, I tORSET-STREET. LONDON, W. kSlABLtSBBD OVER 5LXTY YEARS. SATURDAY. DECEMBER 8th. 1894. Thk polling m the Brigg Division yesterday has resulted iu a further loss to the Radicals of a seat, and a gain of one to the Tories, and this despite the most anxious eudeavouTs of the Radicals,.and tbe circumstance that the constituency was an agricultural one, There is, therefore, Evidence to be found in the result that downright hard work on the Unionist side and dauntless oourage and pertinacity up jto the last moment of polling is sufficient, i with the bad odiom into which the Radicals have fallen up and down tbe country, to secure a Tory victory. It is said that the division has boon worked by the Tories as it has never beeu worked before, and one of the most unrelenting agent9 of the party Mr. H. E. M. Bourke -has been aided by as united a band of workers as ever turned their faces to the foe. The result is all that could have been desired, tbe old Radical majority which in 1886 was 165, and which in 1892 had grown to 427, being j swept away and replaced by Tory I majority of 77. The effeot of this defeat ion the Government will be serious. At the I close of the general election in 1892 tbe Home Rule majority was 40. At the beginning of the present year it had dropped to 36 las month's defeat at Forfarshire brought it down to 34 to-day it stands at 32! A wretched enough majority with which to turn upaifU down par evtira in her lecture on Women aDd the Parish Councils Act a copy of which lies before me , says It ia astenishing how slowly the male mind realizes that the opinion of women on questions affecting women ought to bs studied. To me there is still more cause for astonishment iu the fact that the female mind - so prone to jump at conclusions - has arrived at this point so slowly however, better late than never. She seems, at last, to be getting a grip of the situation as the immense interest roused amongst all classes of the community on the subject of the coming elections for Poor Law Guardians proves. Let us greet the unseen with a cheer, and let us, who are not bold enough-or shall I say it ? unselfish enough-to come forward-oiler our warmest thanks in general to the women candidates of England, with the Countess of Warwick at thetr head, and in particulars to our own especial candidates, whethersuccossful or unsuccessful at the poll. It is no bed of roses that they are preparing for themselves. They are fully conscious of the fact, although this is doubted, and one often is accosted with this remark, They'll never face the work, even if they go to the poll. Well, we shall see! I think the Modern Eve is a woman ready to adapt herself to tho needs and tendencies of the age, and I admire her, and the age has need of her, The Robins need her, and Les Miserables cannot do without her. With regard to the Modern Eve and her appearance among us at every turn, slie seems the embodiment of a great movement, a sort of XIX century Renaissance,-Tho New Birth, by which woman is entering into full possession of liersolf as man is said to have done tLree centuries before her. If she is to do any lasting good with her new pos session she mnst equip herself, as did the apostle of moderation.'' of the great Medieval movement-with quiet common sense, and loyalty to roasoa, and, thus equipped, let her energies-so long latent, or misapplied-be devoted to the solution of those special social problems with which men alone are unable to cope. Exeter is to be congratulated upoa her women leaders of the great educational side of the general movement, and we hope that very shortly there may be further cause for congratulations on another side. Meanwhile let us once more thank, and do all in our power to encourage, The Women Candi dates in their approaching contest. Once more let us greet the unseen with a cheer. And next week let us have a chat on some other topics incidental to The Modern Eve, for she is a many sided creature. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR. Devon and Exeter Hospital A Warning.

DAY, SON, Animal Medicine Manufactory, 22, DORSET-STREET, LONDON, W. ESTABLISHED OVER SIXTY YEARS. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8TH, 1894. THE polling in the Brigg Division yesterday has resulted in a further loss to the Radicals of a seat, and a gain of one to the Tories, and this despite the most anxious endeavours of the Radicals, and the circumstance that the constituency was an agricultural one. There is, therefore, evidence to be found in the result that downright hard work on the Unionist side and dauntless courage and pertinacity up to the last moment of polling is sufficient, with the bad odiom into which the Radicals have fallen up and down the country, to secure a Tory victory. It is said that the division has been worked by the Tories as it has never been worked before, and one of the most unrelenting agents of the party Mr. H. E. M. Bourke has been aided by as united a band of workers as ever turned their faces to the foe. The result is all that could have been desired, the old Radical majority which in 1886 was 165, and which in 1892 had grown to 427, being swept away and replaced by a Tory majority of 77. The effect of this defeat on the Government will be serious. At the close of the general election in 1892 the Home Rule majority was 40. At the beginning of the present year it had dropped to 36 last month's defeat at Forfarshire brought it down to 34 to-day it stands at 32! A wretched enough majority with which to turn upside down our entire in her lecture on Women and the Parish Councils Act a copy of which lies before me , says It is astonishing how slowly the male mind realizes that the opinion of women on questions affecting women ought to be studied. To me there is still more cause for astonishment in the fact that the female mindso prone to jump at conclusionshas arrived at this paint so slowly however, better late than never. She seems, at last, to be getting a grip of the situation as the immense interest roused amongst all classes of the community on the subject of the coming elections for Poor Law Guardians proves. Let us greet the unseen with a cheer, and let us, who are not bold enough-or shall I say it? unselfish enough-to come forward-offer our warmest thanks in general to the women candidates of England, with the Countess of Warwick at their head, and in particulars to our own especial candidates, whether successful or unsuccessful at the poll. It is no bed of roses that they are preparing for themselves. They are fully conscious of the fact, although this is doubted, and one often is accosted with this remark, They'll never face the work, even if they go to the poll. Well, we shall see! I think the Modern Eve is a woman ready to adapt herself to the needs and tendencies of the age, and I admire her, and the age has need of her, The Robins need her, and Les Miserables cannot do without her. With regard to the Modern Eve and her appearance among us at every turn, she seems the embodiment of a great movement, a sort of XIX century Renaissance,The New Birth, by which woman is entering into full possession of herself as man is said to have done three centuries before her. If she is to do any lasting good with her new possession she must equip herself, as did the apostle of moderation. of the great Medieval movement-with quiet common sense, and loyalty to reason, and, thus equipped, let her energies-so long latent, or misapplied-be devoted to the solution of those special social problems with which men alone are unable to cope. Exeter is to be congratulated upon her women leaders of the great educational side of the general movement, and we hope that very shortly there may be further cause for congratulations on another side. Meanwhile let us once more thank, and do all in our power to encourage, The Women Candidates in their approaching contest. Once more let us greet the unseen with a cheer. And next week let us have a chat on some other topics incidental to The Modern Eve, for she is a many sided creature. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR. Devon and Exeter Hospital A Warning.


Sir,-It having come to my knowledge that there are persons engaged in calling at houses in the city with cards, collecting on behalf of this institution, may I, through your columns, state that no one his been authorised by the committee or myself to thus solicit help for this hospital, and 1 ho e that if residents should he asked to give by this means they will band the person over to the police and communicate with me. Tbe Hospital is greatly in need of support at the present time, and any sum?, either for the Building Fund or the General Account, sent to ihs treasurer at the Exeter Bank or to myself will be most thankfully received and acknowledged. Gifts ill kind, such as articles of clothing for the poor patients, or vegetables, will also be of tbe greatest assistance. 1 am, Sir, yours verv truly, ALBERT E. BOYCE, Secretary. Craig-y-Don writes from Exmouth re specting a visit she recently paid to a local asylum, and, speaking generally, suggests that the best results in the treatment of the insane are obtained with kindness, quoting from tbe Rev. O. W. 'eoughi, bronchial affections,,and-'tho-other ills that flesh is heir to in the nipping and foggy months would be largely reduced if 'people would remember that the mouth was not made to breaths through that function belongs to the nostrils olono, and defiance of Nature's prevision leads to untold troobles. Especially should this be guarded against immediately on emerging into the open air from a Warm or hot apart ment. If you baTe to say good-bye or good-night say it indoors, and don't talk at least till the body lias-becoms accustomed io its altered atmospherio surroundings. It is cheap advice, I know, but-paradox though it may srem-that does not make it the less valuable. I have also to dispose- of another yearly appeal-orange peel, Outdoor consumers of the golden coloured fruit Jiave began to strew the pavements with square and other inches of treachery, and I shall not be surprised to hear before long of an accident as a result of this thoughtless and dangerous practice. If oranges are investigated in the street let the rind be consigned, before or behind-I don't much mind-to the gntter, and not scattered in the path of people with limbs liable to fracture and evil thought! capable of being roused into animation, The report that Huckle II has ascended the Vigilance throne is said to be confirmed, but the evidence isnot direct, lie has, however,been described to.me. and for my own part I have no doubt that the total abstaining espionage ie still being carried on. In one public-house iu the higher part of the city recently, such a fellow as has been describsd commanced to write something in the bar, and as there were several people about talking, the landlord kindly invited him to a, room. He went iu and remained there nearly two hours, and he didn't patronise the resources of the establish ment. As tho song has it. I don't say there's anything wrong, but still it looks rather suspicious. A very neat story is told by an Exeter clergyman of a recent experience of his own. Hewasgivingsomerudimentary instruction to a class of small children not particularly well educated, and was endeavouringto show them categorically the difference between Christian names and surnames. In this way - What is your name, my little boy? -Tommy Bartlett, eir. - Well you were a little Bartlett directly you were born, but you were not Tommy, because your mother hadn't the name ready for you. To another child What is your name, my little girl? -Litzie Smith, sir. - Well, you were a little Smith when you were born can you tell me what the Mayor of Exeter was when he was born? -The answer came with startling readiness A little celt, sir 1 The city has, at last, settled down in the matter of election of Guardians, and although seven out of the fifty persons nominated for the thirty seats have withdrawn their candidatures, fights will be waged in nine out of ten Wards, and let me point out that they will be fought on tolerably well-known ground. 1 offer my congratulations to Miss Harding on being returned unopposed with two other candidates to represent St. Sidwell'a Ward No. 2. This-is the only Ward in which contest bas been avoided. In St. Sidwell'a Ward, No. 1, it it to be regretted that the desire of the Conservative 8 to nominate only two candidates should have been frustrated by Mr.

Sir,-It having come to my knowledge that there are persons engaged in calling at houses in the city with cards, collecting on behalf of this institution, may I, through your columns, state that no one has been authorised by the committee or myself to thus solicit help for this hospital, and I hope that if residents should be asked to give by this means they will band the person over to the police and communicate with me. The Hospital is greatly in need of support at the present time, and any sums, either for the Building Fund or the General Account, sent to the treasurer at the Exeter Bank or to myself will be most thankfully received and acknowledged. Gifts in kind, such as articles of clothing for the poor patients, or vegetables, will also be of the greatest assistance. I am, Sir, yours very truly, ALBERT E. BOYCE, Secretary. Craig-y-Don writes from Exmouth respecting a visit she recently paid to a local asylum, and, speaking generally, suggests that the best results in the treatment of the insane are obtained with kindness, quoting from the Rev. C. W. coughs, bronchial affection, and the other ills that flesh is heir to in the nipping and foggy months would be largely reduced if people would remember that the mouth was not made to breathe through that function belongs to the nostrils alone, and defiance of Nature's provision leads to untold troubles. Especially should this be guarded against immediately on emerging into the open air from a warm or hot apartment. If you have to say good bye or good-night say it indoors, and don't talk at least till the body has become accustomed to its altered atmospheric surroundings. It is cheap advice, I know, but-paradox though it may seem-that does not make it the less valuable. I have also to dispose of another yearly appeal-orange peel. Outdoor consumers of the golden coloured fruit have begun to strew the pavements with square and other inches of treachery, and I shall not be surprised to hear before long of an accident as a result of this thoughtless and dangerous practice. If oranges are investigated in the street 1st the rind be consigned, before or behind-I don't much mind-to the gutter, and not scattered in the path of people with limbs liable to fracture and evil thoughts capable of being roused into animation. The report that Huckle II has ascended the Vigilance throne is said to be confirmed, but the evidence is not direct. He has, however,been described to me, and for my own part I have no doubt that the total abstaining espionage is still being carried on. In one public-house in the higher part of the city recently, such a fellow as has been described commenced to write something in the bar, and as there were several people about talking, the landlord kindly invited him to a room. He went in and remained there nearly two hours, and he didn't patronise the resources of the establishment. As the song has it. I don't say there's anything wrong, but still it looks rather suspicious. A very neat story is told by an Exeter clergyman of a recent experience of his own. He was giving some rudimentary instruction to a class of small children not particularly well educated, and was endeavouring to show them categorically the difference between Christian names and surnames. In this way What is your name, my little boy? Tommy Bartlett, sir. Well you were a little Bartlett directly you were born, but you were not Tommy, because your mother hadn't the name ready for you. To another child What is your name, my little girl? Lizzie Smith, sir. Well, you were a little Smith when you were born can you tell me what the Mayor of Exeter was when he was born?The answer came with startling readiness A little colt, sir! The city has, at last, settled down in the matter of election of Guardians, and although seven out of the fifty persons nominated for the thirty seats have withdrawn their candidatures, fights will be waged in nine out of ten Wards, and let me point out that they will be fought on tolerably well-known ground. I offer my congratulations to Miss Harding on being returned unopposed with two other candidates to represent St. Sidwell's Ward No. 2. This is the only Ward in which a contest has been avoided. In St. Sidwell's Ward, No. 1, it is to be regretted that the desire of the Conservatives to nominate only two candidates should have been frustrated by Mr.


Barton Land's un • willingness to withdraw. In St. David's No. 2 Mr. Charles Piper and Mr. Upward will have the benefit of all the influence the name of can lend. The Conservatives have excellent candidates in tho field in Messrs. Brewster, Kerslake old and tried members and Sidney Herbert alias H. S Thomas , and I have every confidence that they will receive the support of the majority of the electors. In St. David's No. 1 Mrs. Kindersloy's election is assumed, and with two such excellent candidates as Mr. Septimus Clarke -whose counsel on the old Board has been valuable-and Mr. William Easton, the Con servatives ought to havo no difficulty in lauding their men. Against them are pitted Mr. Littlejohns and Mr.

Barton Land's unwillingness to withdraw. In St. David's No. 2 Mr. Charles Piper and Mr. Upward will have the benefit of all the influence the name of can lend. The Conservatives have excellent candidates in the field in Messrs. Brewster, Kerslake old and tried members and Sidney Herbert alias H. S Thomas , and I have every confidence that they will receive the support of the majority of the electors. In St. David's No. 1 Mrs. Kindersley's election is assumed, and with two such excellent candidates as Mr. Septimus Clarke -whose counsel on the old Board has been valuable-and Mr. William Easton, the Conservatives ought to have no difficulty in lauding their men. Against them are pitted Mr. Littlejohns and Mr.

Barton Land's unwillingness to withdraw. In St. David's No. 2 Mr. Charles Piper and Mr. Upward will have the benefit of all the influence the name of can lend. The Conservatives have excellent candidates in the field in Messrs. Brewster, Kerslake old and tried members and Sidney Herbert alias H. S. Thomas , and I have every confidence that they will receive the support of the majority of the electors. In St. David's No. 1 Mrs. Kindersley's election is assumed, and with two such excellent candidates as Mr. Septimus Clarkewhose counsel on the old Board has been valuable-and Mr. William Easton, the Conservatives ought to have no difficulty in landing their men. Against them are pitted Mr. Littlejohns and Mr.


J. J. Hopping the Chairman of the Radical party in the Ward -little known in public life. In St. Paul's Ward, Mr. Mnnro will stand, but has little chance against three such excellent candidates as Mrs. Finch, Mr. Hookway, and the Rev. W. Hope. Mr. J. W. Williams's popularity in St.

J. J. Hopping, the Chairman of the Radical party in the Ward - little known in public life. In St. Paul's Ward, Mr. M'Murro will stand, but has little chance against three such excellent candidates as Mrs. Finch, Mr. Hookway, and the Rev. W. Hope. Mr. J. W. Williams's popularity in St.

J. J. Hopping the Chairman of the Radical party in the Wardlittle known in public life. In St. Paul's Ward, Mr. Munro will stand, but has little chance against three such excellent candidates as Mrs. Finch, Mr. Hookway, and the Rev. W. Hope. Mr. J. W. Williams's popularity in St.


Petrock's Ward, as evidenced by his election to the Town Council by a majority of about seventy over hi3 Radical opponents some twelve months ago, will stand him in good stead. His conduct on the old Board has qnite justified his selection as a candidate at this election. The withdrawals of Messrs, Chudley and Overnuss from the fight in St. Mary Major's leaves the Rev. Father Hobson lu wage war against the Conservative nominees-Mr. W. F. Moors who has had practical experience in Poor Law government and Mr.Hodson. The very little distinguishable difference between Hodson and Hobson will make it necessary for tho Conservatives to thoroughly impress the distinction upon the voters, but fortunately on the ballot paper the two Con -aervative names will dome together, and by this means it is hoped that the voters, if impressed to vote for the last three names on the official slip will avoid what otherwise might have led to mistakes. Diuretic mixture, is now acknowledges throughouttbe whole world as the mo9t marvellous remedy for affections of the Urinary organs. In and bottles at Is 9d, 3s

Petrock's Ward, as evidenced by his election to the Town Council by a majority of about seventy over his Radical opponents some twelve months ago, will stand him in good stead. His conduct on the old Board has quite justified his selection as a candidate at this election. The withdrawals of Messrs. Chudley and Overnay from the fight in St. Mary Major's leaves the Rev. Father Hobson to wage war against the Conservative nominees-Mr. W. F. Moors who has had practical experience in Poor Law government and Mr. Hodson. The very little distinguishable difference between Hodson and Hobson will make it necessary for the Conservatives to thoroughly impress the distinction upon the voters, but fortunately on the ballot paper the two Con -servative names will come together, and by this means it is hoped that the voters, if impressed to vote for the last three names on the official slip will avoid what otherwise might have led to mistakes. Diuretic mixture, is now acknowledged throughout the whole world as the most marvellous remedy for affections of the Urinary organs. In and bottles at Is 9d, 3s

Petrock's Ward, as evidenced by his election to the Town Council by a majority of about seventy over his Radical opponents some twelve months ago, will stand him in good stead. His conduct on the old Board has quite justified his selection as a candidate at this election. The withdrawals of Messrs. Chudley and Overmass from the fight in St. Mary Major's leaves the Rev. Father Hobson to wage war against the Conservative nominees-Mr. W. F. Moore who has had practical experience in Poor Law government and Mr.Hodson. The very little distinguishable difference between Hodson and Hobson will make it necessary for the Conservatives to thoroughly impress the distinction upon the voters, but fortunately on the ballot paper the two Conservative names will come together, and by this means it is hoped that the voters, if impressed to vote for the last three names on the official slip will avoid what otherwise might have led to mistakes. Diuretic mixture, is now acknowledged throughout the whole world as the most marvellous remedy for affections of the Urinary organs. In and bottles at 1s 9d, 3s.


and 4s 6J per parcel post, 2s, 3s 3d, and 4s 9d. J A. Lam bio, A.P.S. Chemist 22, Pembroke-ttroet members we have had on the old Board and Mr. Rippon ought to have an excellent and successful fighj and the Liberals of the Ward must decide amongst themselves whether they prefer Mr. Lawless or Miss Fetherick for the third member. Three of the Radical candidates nominated and Miss Pctherick have with drawn in Trinity No. 2. Jduch disappoint ment has been caused by Mr. Albert Edward Dunn's withdrawal, as many stalwart Con servatives in the two parishes would have liked to have broken a lance with him. The opposition in St. Leonard's to Miss-Geare, Mr Hamlin, ami Mr. Wilson can only be described as vexatious. Mr. Thomas Lofcheren, who has been nominated, has neither qualification or interest in the Ward. He is a resident of Holy Trinity, and there is apparently no other reason for his nomina tion than the official position he occupies under Mr. Jarmen in the Ratepayers' A sso-ciation. It is to be hoped the St.

and 4s 6d per parcel post, 2s, 3s 3d, and 4s 9d. J A. Lam bio, A.P.S. Chemist 22, Pembroke-street members we have had on the old Board and Mr. Rippon ought to have an excellent and successful fight and the Liberals of the Ward must decide amongst themselves whether they prefer Mr. Lawless or Miss Fetherick for the third member. Three of the Radical candidates nominated and Miss Fetherick have withdrawn in Trinity No. 2. Such disappointment has been caused by Mr. Albert Edward Dunn's withdrawal, as many stalwart Conservatives in the two parishes would have liked to have broken a lance with him. The opposition in St. Leonard's to Miss Geare, Mr Hamlin, and Mr. Wilson can only be described as vexatious. Mr. Thomas Loftcheren, who has been nominated, has neither qualification nor interest in the Ward. He is a resident of Holy Trinity, and there is apparently no other reason for his nomination than the official position he occupies under Mr. Jarmen in the Ratepayers' Association. It is to be hoped the St.

and 4s 6d per parcel post, 2s, 3s 3d, and 4s 9d. J A. Lamble, A.P.S. Chemist 22, Pembroke-street members we have had on the old Board and Mr. Rippon ought to have an excellent and successful fight and the Liberals of the Ward must decide amongst themselves whether they prefer Mr. Lawless or Miss Petherick for the third member. Three of the Radical candidates nominated and Miss Petherick have withdrawn In Trinity No. 2. Much disappointment has been caused by Mr. Albert Edward Dunn's withdrawal, as many stalwart Conservatives in the two parishes would have liked to have broken a lance with him. The opposition in St. Leonard's to MissGeare, Mr. Hamlin, and Mr. Wilson can only be described as vexatious. Mr. Thomas Letheren, who has been nominated, has neither qualification or interest in the Ward. He is a resident of Holy Trinity, and there is apparently no other reason for his nomination than the official position he occupies under Mr. Jarman in the Ratepayers' A ssociation. It is to be hoped the St.


Leonard's people will rot hold their ad-ersary too cheaply, but that the usual precautions will be taken to giv a strong decisive expression of ftiling as to this unnecessary opposition. Grecian writes I am pleased to see that the £t. Sid well's Wayd Conservative taking up ttmeandidetore ~ of Metsre.-Sclaterr and Rice, Mr.Selater, -hry4 tho bye, is eno of be olde t o' ExeteiVJ e to ■ warrant bis -to notice that Mr. Barton L nd-has not seen fit to withdraw from the election, Suchactien is.not onlydamaglng to the .party? of which he isaenember, but will put the -city to needless expense. From all I hear ,the Ward Committee were extremely fair to Mr-Land, and he should honorably abide by the decision to which he agreed beforehand. I would strongly urge all voters wheareaaxioui tesce Messrs. Sclaterand Rice elected,to vote for those two gentlemen only, and so ensure their being at the head of the poll. Oaelady has been returned unopposed for St. Bidwells and why the Ladies'Committee took upon them selves to send two to the ward ie difficult to understand. At any rate one is said by the Ward Committee to be enough. Things are going merrily on in St. Thomae, with excellent prospects for the Conservatives there. Only one change has taken place since the commencement of the fight for seats on the District Connell, and that was announced on Wednesday, when Mr. John Harris, n well-known Ridlcal agent and agitator, issued his address as an independent candidate. Tbe cause of this is understood to be Mr, Harris's dis appointment at not having been orignally selected as one of the Radical candidates. His threats have thus fonnd expression in hie nomination in the so-called and misleading form of an independent, but I doubt whether this will have the effect of deceiving many of tbe electors. Mr, Harris's Radical and extreme ideas are too well known to the neighbourhood for the ratepayers to be gulled into any such belief. In all the Wards the Conservative canvassers have been well received, and there is every prospect of a satisfactory result. This has travelled up from Exmouth. A gentleman was waited upoa this week by an individual who presented him with a circular, with his own name at the foot, asking fo r support as a District Council candidate. And he hadn't even dreamt of such a thing I He at once had tbe circulars suppressed, bnt the information does not say whether he traced this unwarrantable liberty to its origin. Matters are becoming serious when a man's copyright in hie own signature is infringed in this fashion. Quite a number of communications have reached me respecting the Gossip para graph last wsek which referred to a dooument, of which I could makeinotbing and when I come to ' furbish up my memory a little I have a recollection of the author and his strangenesses. A gentleman who was on very frisndly terms with him says Dr. Rookes was an ordained clergyman of the Church of England, but he does not know whether he had obtained the d greo of doctor. On-occasionsMie conducted the services at St. Edmund's and St. Mary Steps.

"Leonard's people will not hold their adversary too cheaply, but that the usual precautions will be taken to give a strong decisive expression of feeling as to this unnecessary opposition. Greek writes I am pleased to see that the £t. Sidwell's Wayd Conservative taking up the candidature of Mr.Sclater and

Leonard's people will not hold their adversary too cheaply, but that the usual precautions will be taken to give a strong decisive expression of feeling as to this unnecessary opposition. Grecian writes I am pleased to see that the St. Sidwell's Ward Conservative taking up the candidature of Messrs. Sclater and Rice, Mr.Solater, by the bye, is one of the oldest of Exeter's toto warrant his to notice that Mr. Barton Land has not seen fit to withdraw from the elections. Such action is not only damaging to the party of which he is a member, but will put the city to needless expense. From all I hear, the Ward Committee were extremely fair to MrLand, and he should honorably abide by the decision to which he agreed beforehand. I would strongly urge all voters who are anxious to see Messrs. Sclater and Rice elected,to vote for those two gentlemen only, and so ensure their being at the head of the poll. Onelady has been returned unopposed for St. Sidwells and why the Ladiss' Committee took upon themselves to send two to the ward is difficult to understand. At any rate one is said by the Ward Committee to be enough. Things are going merrily on in St. Thomas, with excellent prospects for the Conservatives there. Only one change has taken place since the commencement of the fight for seats on the District Council, and that was announced on Wednesday, when Mr. John Harris, a well-known Radlcal agent and agitator, issued his address as an independent candidate. The cause of this is understood to be Mr. Harris's disappointment at not having been orignally selected as one of the Radical candidates. His threats have thus found expression in his nomination in the so-called and misleading form of an independent, but I doubt whether this will have the effect of deceiving many of the electors. Mr. Harris's Radical and extreme ideas are too well known to the neighbourhood for the ratepayers to be gulled into any such belief. In all the Wards the Conservative canvassers have been well received, and there is every prospect of a satisfactory result. This has travelled up from Exmouth. A gentleman was waited upon this week by an individual who presented him with a circular, with his own name at the foot, asking for support as a District Council candidate. And he hadn't even dreamt of such a thing! He at once had the circulars suppressed, but the information does not say whether he traced this unwarrantable liberty to its origin. Matters are becoming serious when a man's copyright in his own signature is infringed in this fashion. Quite a number of communications have reached me respecting the Gossip paragraph last week which referred to a document of which I could make nothing and when I come to ' furbish up my memory a little I have a recollection of the author and his strangenesses. A gentleman who was on very friendly terms with him says Dr. Rookes was an ordained clergyman of the Church of England, but he does not know whether he had obtained the degree of doctor. On occasionsthe conducted the services at St. Edmund's and St. Mary Steps.


Although eccentric in most of his actions, he was extremely scmprulous over mosey matters, and never-allowed himself to be cheated. Memory writs with referencs to the subject - Jto the par in your notes of December 1st askiag for infor mation about tho leaflet referring to the Rrstorator, or-King offKings, it is doubtless one of the numeious bits of printed paper distributed by the Rev. Dr. Rookes, who not only advertised his claims in this way,bnt by a standing advertisement for some years in the Exetenpapers. 1 remember him well between 1852'and 1857 after which I left tho city , and ha used to attend the Assizes and endeavour to- address the Judges on his grievanees, but ivas always unsuccess ful, as their lordships were-made acquainted previously with his eccentricities. 1 believed be was disfrocked or inhibited ''for some reason, and this may have led to the mania he suffered under. He had a sort of idea that he was Jesus Christ, and that a temporal kingdom belonged to him, out of which his enemies wore keeping him, and thus he was continually claiming damages from all and sundry'' for the wrong done him. He was an intimate and associate with a Mr. Myers, a Jew, who for many years lived on the Alphington-road, in the large bouse opposite Pince'a Nursery shop, and they were often seen together in the public streets. Dr. Rookes was a curious character, well known at the time, but quite harmless. Both he and Mr. Myers passed over to the majority years ago.

Although eccentric in most of his actions, he was extremely scrupulous over most matters, and never allowed himself to be cheated. I remember writings with references to the subject - to the part in your notes of December 1st asking for information about the leaflet referring to the Restorer, or King of Kings, it is doubtless one of the numerous bits of printed paper distributed by the Rev. Dr. Rookes, who not only advertised his claims in this way, but by a standing advertisement for some years in the Exeter papers. I remember him well between 1852 and 1857 after which I left the city, and he used to attend the Assizes and endeavour to address the Judges on his grievances, but was always unsuccessful, as their lordships were made acquainted previously with his eccentricities. I believed he was disfrocked or inhibited 'for some reason, and this may have led to the mania he suffered under. He had a sort of idea that he was Jesus Christ, and that a temporal kingdom belonged to him, out of which his enemies were keeping him, and thus he was continually claiming damages from all and sundry for the wrong done him. He was an intimate and associate with a Mr. Myers, a Jew, who for many years lived on the Alphington-road, in the large house opposite Pince's Nursery shop, and they were often seen together in the public streets. Dr. Rookes was a curious character, well known at the time, but quite harmless. Both he and Mr. Myers passed over to the majority years ago.

Although eccentric in most of his actions, he was extremely scrupulous over money matters, and never allowed himself to be cheated. Memory writes with reference to the subjectRe the par in your notes of December 1st asking for information about the leaflet referring to the Restorator, or King of Kings, it is doubtless one of the numerous bits of printed paper distributed by the Rev. Dr. Rookes, who not only advertised his claims in this way, but by a standing advertisement for some years in the Exeter papers. I remember him well between 1852 and 1857 after which I left the city , and he used to attend the Assizes and endeavour to address the Judges on his grievances, but was always unsuccessful, as their lordships were made acquainted previously with his eccentricities. I believed he was disfrocked or inhivited for some reason, and this may have led to the mania he suffered under. He had a sort of idea that he was Jesus Christ, and that a temporal kingdom belonged to him, out of which his enemies were keeping him, and thus he was continually claiming damages from all and sundry for the wrong done him. He was an intimate and associate with a Mr. Myers, a Jew, who for many years lived on the Alphington-road, in the large house opposite Pince's Nursery shop, and they were often seen together in the public streets. Dr. Rookes was a curious character, well known at the time, but quite harmless. Both he and Mr. Myers passed over to the majority years ago.


The same correspondent kindly sends me a copy of one of the Doctor's proclamations on a small card handed by Dr. Rookes him self to a young lady about forty years ago. The notice ran as follows -GOOD NEWS I JEHOVAH -wiH give musical and drum a tic 'recital at the Bara-Beld Hall to connection ivHh ths 'Literary •Society, Tho programmed.? to.inclode .somo new and taking features,-chief among them Aieing a - musical sketch which, I hsar, is calculated-to put a Stoic on his mettle to keep his connting-house -if a Stoic is still existent. There ie sure to be a crowded auditorium -at the Barnficld Hall on Thurs day- it will be all Rice, and no rue. With reference to my paragraph last weok re the City Flag, the groat H.H. writes ra thus characteristically -Door ''Touchstone, -There is reslly nothing mysterious about the movements of my flag, although your pleasant uots ia last Saturday's issue suggests that something of the sort does exist ? When I brought the rescued banner homo from the World's Fair, Chicago, exactly a year ago to-day, it was exhibited at my studio for some little time and then went, with the rest of my exhibition belong ings, to Antwerp, to the International Exposition there. Proudly the whole season it fluttered aloft over the exhibit that won for my sons and self the gold medal at Chicago, and, in turn, gold and silver medals, too, at Antwerp. When on the 5th of last month with pageantry and with royalty the Belgian Exhibition closed I solemnly lowered Exeter's standard. It was a good job, too, that the Show closed when it did. The silk our civic ensign is made of is so utterly bad that the rag almost refused to held its own weight, and is so entirelv rotten that another month or two would, without a doubt, have seen it drop to the wound. You woDder where it is now ? Well, as a matter of fact, it ia hero iu my own sanctum, having just returned from ths deft hands of one of the cleverest of needlewomen. It has beeu entirely rebacked, from end to end, with new scarlet silk, and the thousand and one holes and the slits in it have been earo. fully and most cunningly mended, the whole of the frail and tattered trophy having beeu delicately stitched down upen the new silk back ing. Taken altogether, it is now one of the most wonderful specimens of delicate and patient needlework I ever raw in my life. To-day it goes to London to havo the painted additions put upon it. Immediately over the golden shoe of the conquering charger firmly implanted on the gory field of Exeter, t'.e , just above our city's arms, there will be painted World's Fair, Chicago, 1893, gold medal. and directly under the Lnckie Horseshoe crest, whith now supplants the crest of the city, will be painted - International Exposition, Antwerp, 1894. Gold and silver medal. In the ordinary courso it will be back here again in a week's time, and theu thequestionwill arise as to what its ultimate destination shall be. On this point I am qnite ready to accept sugges tioos for consideration. There arc several places andpcople who seem to have exceptionable daiins rtav Parish Church, tho Museum, and the Drill Hall of ths 1st R.V. are amongst the former and Dicky Dunn, Uncle Linseott, ant even Alderman Daw may be named amongst thi latter. However, on this at present 1 will say nothing. Those who live longest will see tha most.

The same correspondent kindly sends me a copy of one of the Doctor's proclamations on a small card handed by Dr. Rookes himself to a young lady about forty years ago. The notice ran as follows GOOD NEWS! JEHOVAH will give a musical and dramatic recital at the Barnfield Hall in connection with the Literary Society. The programmens to include some new and taking features, chief among them being a musical sketch which, I hear, it calculated to put a Stoic on his mettle to keep his counting-house if a Stoic is still existent. There is sure to be a crowded auditorium at the Barnfield Hall on Thursday-it will be all Rice, and no rue. With reference to my paragraph last week re the City Flag, the great H.H. writes me thus characteristicallyDear Touchstone,There is really nothing mysterious about the movements of my flag, although your pleasant note in last Saturday's issue suggests that something of the sort does exist? When I brought the rescued banner home from the World's Fair, Chicago, exactly a year ago to-day, it was exhibited at my studios for some little time and then went, with the rest of my exhibition belongings, to Antwerp, to the International Exposition there. Proudly the whole season it fluttered aloft over the exhibit that won for my sons and self the gold medal at Chicago, and, in turn, gold and silver medals, too, at Antwerp. When on the 5th of last-month with pageantry and with royalty the Belgian Exhibition closed I solemnly lowered Exeter's standard. It was a good job, too, that the Show closed when it did. The silk our civic ensign is made of is so utterly bad that the rag almost refused to hold its own weight, and is so entirely rotten that another month or two would, without a doubt, have seen it drop to the ground. You wonder where it is now? Well, as a matter of fact, it is here in my own sanctum, having just returned from the deft hands of one of the cleverest of needlewomen. It has been entirely rebacked, from end to end, with new scarlet silk, and the thousand and one holes and the slits in it have been carefully and most cunningly mended, the whole of the frail and tattered trophy having been delicately stitched down upon the new silk backing. Taken altogether, it, is now one of the most wonderful specimens of delicate and patient needlework I ever raw in my life. To-day it goes to London to have the painted additions put upon it. Immediataly over the golden shoe of the conquering charger firmly implanted on the gory field of Exeter, i.e., just above our city's arms, there will be painted World's Fair, Chicago, 1893, gold medal. and directly under the Luckie Horseshoe crest, which now supplants the crest of the city, will be painted International Exposition, Antwerp, 1894. Gold and silver medal. In the ordinary course it will be back here again in a week's time, and then the question will arise as to what its ultimate destination shall be. On this point I am quite ready to accept suggestions for consideration. There are several places and people who seem to have exceptionable claims my Parish Church, the Museum, and the Drill Hall of the 1st R.V. are amongst the former and Dicky Dunn, Uncle Linscott, ant even Alderman Daw may be named amongst the latter. However, on this at present I will say nothing. Those who live longest will see the most.


I don't tbink ths Town Council of Exeter will laugh mo to scorn again when next I offer them my help. What think you, dear Touch stone ? Yours obediently, Haui Hkus. Exeter, 7th December, 189U From the foregoing it would appear tha the banner is to be put to the use of an advertisement, and with all due respect for the genial carve.-, I must say that it is a step in advance of discretion. The flag ia the property of the city not of any individua or set of individuals. Don't forget that the 'eleventh annual exhibition of fat cattle, sheep, roots, live and dead poultry, batter, cream, and eggs in connection with the .Exeter Fat Stock and Poultry Society will be putting the Lowei Market to a good use on Friday next. Houb ten to ten, evening admission 6d. TOUCHSTONE.

I don't think the Town Council of Exeter will laugh me to scorn again when next I offer them my help. What think you, dear Touchstone ? Yours obediently, Haul Hucks. Exeter, 7th December, 189U From the foregoing it would appear that the banner is to be put to the use of an advertisement, and with all due respect for the genial carver-, I must say that it is a step in advance of discretion. The flag is the property of the city not of any individual or set of individuals. Don't forget that the 'eleventh annual exhibition of fat cattle, sheep, roots, live and dead poultry, butter, cream, and eggs in connection with the Exeter Fat Stock and Poultry Society will be putting the Lowther Market to a good use on Friday next. House ten to ten, evening admission 6d. TOUCHSTONE.

I don't think the Town Council of Exeter will laugh mo to scorn again when next I offer them my help. What think you, dear Touchstone? Yours obediently, HARRY HEMS. Exeter, 7th December, 1894. From the foregoing it would appear that the banner is to be put to the use of an advertisement, and with all due respect for the genial carves, I must say that it is a step in advance of discretion. The flag is the property of the city not of any individua or set of individuals. Don't forget that the eleventh annual exhibition of fat cattle, sheep, roots, live and dead poultry, butter, cream, and eggs in connection with the Exeter Fat Stock and Poultry Society will be putting the Lowe, Market to a good use on Friday next. Hour ten to ten, evening admission 6d. TOUCHSTONE.