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Monday, October 25, 1825




The opening of that stupendous work, the Stockton and Darlington Railway, took place on the 27th ult.: 13 waggons, 12 of them laden with two tons of coal each, the other with sacks of flour, and the whole covered with people, were drawn up on an inclined plane above a mile and a half Iong, from the coal-field at Brusselton, by means of two steam-engines erected at its summit. This was accomplished in 8 minutes. From thence the waggons, joined by a number of others, were drawn all the way to Stockton, 20 miles, by a single engine, which was denominated the steam-horse. There were altogether six waggons loaded with coals and flour; a coach, with the committee; 21 waggons, fitted up for and loaded with passengers; and lastly, six waggons loaded with coals; making altogether a train of 38 carriages, exclusive of the engine, and tender containing coals and water. In some parts the speed was 12 miles per hour, and in one place; for a short distance, 15 miles; but the average on the whole was about eight miles per hour. On entering Stockton, 700 persons were in and upon the waggons attached to the engine. A number of gentlemen well mounted accompanied the waggons by the sides of the railway, and the whole population of the towns and villages near the railway turned out upon the occasion. Great quantities of coals were given to the poor at Stockton, and the workmen were entertained with dinner and ale . This railway will open the London market to all the collieries in the western part of Durham.

Mr.George Overton, of Crigg, has a black-bird in his 25th year: the bird's tail has become white, and it would seem that the neck and head will be soon be white also, owing to the advanced age of the bird.

Mr.McLean, of Eltham, has now a bed of strawberries, the second crop this year.

It is said that there has this year been an uncommon fecundity among hares, generally throughout , the kingdom.
Mr.Boucher's greyhounds, of Ford, Wiveliscombe, coursed and killed a hare a few days since, from which, on her being paunched, two young ones were taken. The little creatures are now living, and are fed on milk and clover.

Extraordinary Influence of the Moon.- If an animal, fresh killed, be exposed to the full effulgence of the Moon, it wiII in a few hours become a mass of corruption; whilst another animal, not exposed to such influence, and only a few feet distant, will not be in the slightest manner affected.-.Mechanics' Magazine.

A black man, a native of Africa, has lately been preaching to numerous auditors in the town and neighbourhood of Aylesbury. One of his observations is forcible; he says that before his arrival in England, he had no idea that the people of this country, who sent missionaries to foreign countries to convert the natives to Christianity, were themselves addicted to swearing, drunkenness, and all kinds of vice.




A particularly superior Flock of 800 SOUTH-DOWN
SHEEP and LAMBS, CART HORSES, &c.

TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs.HARDING and Son, on Friday the 14th of October, 1825, on the premises, at MELLS, near Frome, Somerset, - The following choice Stock of pure SOUTH-DOWN SHEEP and LAMBS, Cart Horses, &c. late the property of Mr.Silas Feaver, deceased; comprizing 220 six-teeth ewes; 120 four-teeth ewes; 110 two-teeth ewes, 27 two-teeth wethers, 230 wether lambs, 100 chilver lambs, several rams of different ages, 5 good and useful cart horses and their harness, six-inch wheel waggon, a very good oak roller, couch rake, &c. &.c.

Sale at eleven o'clock.

The Auctioneers beg leave to inform their friends, that the late Mr.Silas Feaver spared no expence or trouble in selecting and breeding the above choice Flock of Sheep, which have been crossed with rams from the best stocks this country can. boast of; will be warranted perfectly sound, and are too well known to render comment necessary.- Refreshments will be provided, and-the Auctioneers solicit an early attendance.
The particularly choice Stock of Dairy Cows, Heifers, &c. which are inferior to none in this country, will be sold some time in the month of March next, of which due notice will be given.




ROWDE, near DEVIZES.
FREEHOLD MESSUAGES, LANDS, AND TITHES

To be SOLD by AUCTION, by Messrs.Knight and Son, at the Black Bear Inn, Devizes, on Wednesday the 19th day of October, 1825, at five o'clock in the afternoon, (subject to such conditions as will be then produced).----
Lot 1. A substantial brick and tiled DWELLING-HOUSE, situate at Tower Hill, in the centre of the village of Rowde, adapted for a private Residence, with a convenient Tenement, and paved Fore Court, lying immediately behind and adjoining, having a separate entrance, well suited for any person engaged in the Baking, or any other business, including an exccllent walled Garden, the whole in good repair, late in the occupation of William Hill, and containing together 1R. 12P., more or less.
Lot 2. Marsh Close, or Leech-pool South Ground; Pasture, 7A. 1R. 30P., more or less.
Lot 3. Marsh Close, or Leech pool North Ground, (adjoining Lot 2), Pasture, 4A. 0R. 12P., more or less.
Lot 4. Canal Ground, Arable, 2A.3R. 8P., more or less.
Lot 5. Rough Ground, or Upper Picked Ground, and Marsh Ground, or the Seven Acres, (adjoining lot 4), Pasture, 9A. 3R, 15P., more or less .
Lot 6. Somner's Marsh, or Ten Acres and the Four Acres, (adjoining Lot 5), Pasture, 13A. 2R. 37P., more or less.
Lot 7. Further Broad Corner Ground or Bakers 2d Ground, adjoining Lot 7, Pasture 3A. 1R. 23P., more or less.
Lot 8. Hither Broad Corner Ground or Bakers 1st Ground, adjoining Lot 7, Pasture 3A. 1R. 21P, more or less.
Lot 9. Marsh Paddock or Picked Marsh, Arable, 1A.3R.17P., more or less.
The whole, except Lot.1, in the occupation or Mr.Edward Hiscock, as tenant at wiIl, are free of Great Tithes; and desirably situated in or near the public highway leading from the viIlage of Rowde, into the turn-pike road from Devizes to Bath, and a short distance from the Kennett and Avon Canal.
Lot 10. A large and commodious Messuage used as four Tenements, Iying next or contiguous to the George Inn, with Garden, incIuding Wheat Close and Butt Close immediately adjoining (now thrown into one), the whole in the occupation of John Cutting and others, as tenants at wiII - are free of great tythes, and contain together, Arable, 6A. 22P.
Lot 11. A substantial brick and tiled DwelIing-house, Scite of a Cottage snd Stable; together with the Home-stead, Farm Yard, and three Gardens, including Street and Ruddles Close. adjoining (now thrown into one), in the. occupation of Messrs.Edward Hiscock, WiIliam George Esau Wheeler, and Thomas Sims; are free of Great Tithes, and contain together 4A. 0R. 24P., more or less.
The whole of the Premises comprized in this Lot are situated in the most preferable part of the village, on the left of the Turnpike Road entering from Devizes, possessing considerable frontage against the same, and lying immediately opposite the villa of Miss Sutton.
Lot 12. The Great or Impropriate Tythes of Corn, Grain, Hay, and Grass, arising from sundry Lands in Rowde. in the several occupations of Messrs. Adam, Wragg, Samuel Self, and others, containing together 16A, more or less.
Rowde is 2 miles from Devizes, 6 from CaIne and Melksham; 7 from Chippenham, and 16 from Bath.
Edward Hiscock, of Rowde, wiII shew the premises; and printed Particulars with Plans annexed, may be had 14 days previous to the sale on applicalion to the Auctioneers, or at the Offices of Mr.Tilby, solicitor, Devizes.




Liverpool, Oct 1.- Mr.Owen has left Liverpool this morning, in the New York, for the United States. He goes to visit his own colony of New Harmony, in the State of Indiana, and two others are now in progress - one in the state of Ohio, near the Yellow Springs; the other in the neighbourhood of Pittsburgh. More are in contemplation, particularly one near Philadelphia.
Mr.Owen, of New Lanark, continues to pursue his schemes for the improvement of mankind with the utmost zeal and activity, notwithstanding the decided weight of opinion of the most distinguished political economists against their general practicability and utility. It is certain that, in spite of these discouragements, he has succeeded in attaching to himself a large body of disciples, who are ready to make the experiments which he prescribes.

A little girl was lately enticed from her parents in Mill-lane, Birmingham, by a man named Broadhurst, and was a short time afterwards found dead in a wood near Stratford-upon-Avon, having literally been starved. Broadhurst has been committed for stealing the child, and stands chargeable with Manslaughter, on the Coroner's verdict.

A shocking accident happened a few days since at Tarrant Keynstone, to it servant named John Sibley, in the employ of.Mr.Pike, of that place. He was feeding a thrashing machine, when by some means, his arm was dragged between the rollers,. and so much bruised that, it was found necessary to take it off below the elbow. He was immediately brought into Blandford poor-house, wbere the operation.was performed by Messrs.Dansy and Daniel, under whose care the poor fellow is fast recovering.

Mary Binks, a Quakeress, who kept a school and has lived in good repute at Brighton, has been fully committed to Horsham gaol, on a charge of having stolen several sovereigns, the property of Mr.John Snow, a coach proprietor, who had lodged in her house for more than two years. Mr.Snow had at various times missed sums of money which he could not account for, and did not suspect his landlady till lately. A few days since he and a friend marked 45 sovereigns, which he put in his drawer, and he soon missed six of them; he obtained a warrant, and found the six sovereigns in Mary Binks's desk. Upon this charge she is to be tried.

On Sunday morning the wife of Mr.Way,a respectable farmer at Alphington, near Exeter, was safely delivered of three fine girls, all of whom are doing well. Mrs.W. has given birth to 5 children in the space of 1 year and 13 days.

Summary Punishment.- On the Tewkesbury race course a genteel dressed man, booted and spurred, was detected in the act of picking a gentleman's pocket; the culprit was seized by the multitude, and dragged down to the Severn, into which, head foremost, he was soused; without any ceremony, and which he swam across, with his boots and spurs; his confederates, in the mean time, having conducted his rosinante to the opposite side, he mounted her; and got clear off.

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COPYHOLD ESTATES,
At Hinton, Wilts, & Bourton, near Shrivenham, Berks.

TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Mr.FIDEL, at the Barrington Arms Inn, Shrivenham, Berks; on the 27th day of October, 1825, at Three o'clock in the afternoon, in Two Lots, and under such Conditons of Sale as shall be then and there produced:
Lot 1. A very desirable COPYHOLD ESTATE, situate within the parish and held of the Marior of Hiniton, otherwise Hinton; in the county of Wilts, for the Iives of Robert Heath, now aged 66 years, or thereabouts, and Stephen Heath, now aged 50 years or thereabouts; with benefit of removal, subject to the yearly quit rent of �1. 3s. 4d. and described in the Court Rolls as one Messuage, and two Tofts of another Messuage, and the Toft of a Cottage, and three yard lands, now consisting of a Farm House, with stable, barn, cart-house, and other out buildings, yard, garden, orchard, and divers plots, parcels, and closes, of Arable, Meadow, and Pasture Land, containing altogether 70A.1R.37P., more or less as after stated, and let to Mr.Robert Warman, at the improved yearly rent of �100, under a yearly tenancy, ending at Lady Day, 1826.


Names of Fields, &c.A.R.R.
Great & Little Ham PlatMeadow or Pasture533
The CroftDitto233
The Hilly GroundDitto333
Upper OrchardDitto300
Long Close dittoDitto100
The MarshDitto500
2188
Arable Below Hill
Lower Ground622
Middle ditto433
Upper ditto411
Arable Above Hill
Wheat Plot1000
Upper Fallows611
Lower ditto411
Land late in grass322
Piece of Land at Body Horse Hill600
4822
Total in the whole7011



Land Tax �5 2s. 2d. per Annum.

AIso a COPYHOLD COTTAGE and GARDEN in West Hinton, heretofore called Chamberlains, held of the same Manor, for the life of the said Robert Heath, with benefit of renewal, now in the occupation of Michael Edwards and Thomas Adams; worth �4. per annum.
Lot 2. Also a valuable COPYHOLD ESTATE of Inheritance, situate at Bourton, and held of the Manor of Shrivenham Salop, in the county of Berks, under a Mortgage Title (the Principal and Interest due much exceeding the value of the Estate) consisting of 2 inclosed Grounds of excellent Arable Land, Tithe free, subject to a yearly quit rent of 4s. and heriotable, now in the occupation of Mr. Charles Collins, as tenant from year to year, and containing together 15A.1R.1P.

Land Tax �2 8s. 1 1/2d. per Annum.

For further particulars enquire of Mr.Thomas Gill, solicitor, 43, Lincoln's Inn Fields, London; Mr.James Fidel; of Great Faringdon, Berks;. (the Trustee); Mr.Richard W Crowdy, of the same place, solicitor; and of the. tenants, on the premises, who will shew the same.

All letters to be free of postage.




Weymouth, Oct. 7�- Orders have been issued from his Majesty's Board of Ordnance to the different contractors for the repairs of Weymouth barracks, to use all possible expedition in completing the same for the immediate reception of troops.
A meeting of the freeholders of the Island of Portland took place at Easton on Monday last, in consequence of William Morton Pitt, Esq. having announced his intention of resigning his seat for the county in Parliament; Mr.Richard Lano, stone-merchant, in the chair; when they pledged themselves to vote only for such candidates as shall have been proved to be staunch supporters of the Protestant ascendancy in this kingdom. Lieut. Spark, R.N. in an energetic speech recommended the individuals of the meeting to vote for Mr.Bankes; and a resolution was .. passed, stating that the meeting considered Mr. Bankes, from his tried principles and well-known abilities to be fully entitled to their warmest support. This closed the business of the meeting, which was most numerously and respectably attended.

Poole, Oct. 7.- His RoyaI Highness the Duke of Gloucester, who is now on a visit at MerIey House, the seat of J. Bethel, Esq. near Wimborne, having signified his intention of attending divine service in the church in thlis town, on Sunday last, D.O. Lander, Esq. the Mayor, the Aldermen, the Officers of the borough, the Rev.P.W.Jolliffe, A.M., Rev. S. Robins, and nearly all the principal inhabitants met at the Guildhall, in the morning, to await the Duke's arrival, which being announced, the gentlemen proceeded to the church-yard, where they were met by his Royal Highness, accompained by Capt. Foster, his aid-de-camp and private secretary. Admiral Sir Edw. Bethel Codrington, Sir John Hippisley, Bart.; Mrs. and Mr.Bethel, the Hon.W.F.S. Ponsonby, the Hon. and Rev.R.Grosvenor, &c. &c. The Mayor, Aldermen, &c. proceeded with the Duke to the church, where divine service was performed bv the Rev.S.Robins, and an excellent sermon preached by the Rev.P.W. Jolliffe. A.M. His Hoyal Highness, after divine service, was invited by the Mayor to the Guildhall, to partake of a collation provided for the occasion. Nearly three hundred of the inhabitants of the town partook of the repast, at which the Duke presided; after which several loyal toasts as well as others of local interest, were drunk.
His Royal-Highness having left the hall, walked to the town-house, accompanied by the Mayor, and B.L. Lester, Esq., our worthy representative, who pointed out to him the public and other remarkable buildings. They were followed by the Hon.W.F.S. Ponsonby, his Highnesses suite, and several thousand persons of every cIass; from thence they proceeded round the Quay, and through High.street. When thev arrived at the boundaries of the town, the Duke, suite, &c. entered their carriages, add proceeded to Merley. His Royal Highness expressed great admiration at our noble and spacious quays, and the general order and cleanliness of the town; and he appeared highly pleased with the attention shown him. We understand that his Royal Highness purposes attending a public dinner in this town about the 24th of November.




Winchester,
Saturday, October 8.

Sir WilIiam Heathcote, Bart. of Hursley Park, has announced his intention to offer himself as a Candidate to represent this his native county, in the event of a dissolution of Parliament, as a vacancy will he then occasioned by Mr.Jervoise's resignation. -An active canvass has been commenced for Sir William throughout the county.

On Monday last Godwin Withers, Esq. was sworn in Mayor of Romsey, for the year ensuing.
On Monday last a Court Leet and Baron was held at the Court-Hall in Christchurch, when William Stewart Rose, Esq. was sworn in Mayor of the Borough, who thereupon appointed Mr. Joseph Hannaford, to be his deputy. Several of the members of the Corporation, with the principal inhabitants, afterwards partook of an exellent dinner prepared for the occasion at the Hotel.

Mr.Cundy's survey of the Grand Ship Canal, from London to Arundel Bay and Portsmouth, is completed. A meeting was held on the 23d ult. at the London Tavern, the Right Hon.Lord Teynham in the Chair; at which, the plan being found practicable, it was resolved to adopt it, and a subscription was opened for the remaining part of the money to be raised.

On Sunday last a sermon was preached in Romsey Church by the Rev.Dr.Woodcock, of Michelmersh, for the benefit of the National School established in that town.

A subscription has been opened at Romsey, for defraying the expences of legally effecting the alteration of the market-day from Saturday to Thursday.

Romsey Quarter Sessions were held at the Town Hall on Monday last, when John Webb, tything-man for Middle Bridge-street, was put on his trial for neglect of duty in not assisting his brother officers in weighing the weights, &c. &c. He was very ably defended by R.Missing, jun. Esq., and from a flaw in the indictment he was acquitted, but received a severe repremand from the Recorder, R.Missing, sen. Esq. who stated that if such an offence should again come before him, it should be visited with the severest punishment of the law. -- John Carden, jun. was tried for an assault on Mrs.Martha Hall, by throwing a bucket of water on her person, when after. a Iong trial which occupied the court several hours, he was found guilty and fined 40s.

Births.- At the residence of J.C.W. Acherley, Esq. Royal Artillery, South Sea, Hants, Henrietta Catherine, his wife, was safely delivered of a daughter.- On the 28th of September, Mrs.J.R. Beddome, of Romsey, of a daughter.- On Saturday the 8th instant, at Andover, Mrs.Thos.Heath, of a son.
On thc 27th ult. was married at Bampton, Oxfordshire, the Rev. T. A. Warren, rector of South Warnborough, Hants, to Catherine, eldest daughter of the late Mr.Sergeant Manley, Commissioner of Excise.
Married on Tuesday last at Holdenhurst, Mr.Wm.Cooper, of Wellow Farm, in the Isle of Wight, to Bethia, daughter of Mr.Richard Dean, of Throop, near Christchurch.
On Thursday last died at his lodgings, Mr.Cole, of this city.
On Monday last was found dead in his bed, Richard Child, Esq. of Hurstbourne Tarrant. Coroner's verdict, "Died by the visitation of God."

On Saturday last two bakers of this city, were convicted before the Rev.E. Poulter and Dr.Newbolt, one in the penalty of �10. the other in the penalty of �5, for having on their premises ingredients to he used in the adulteration of flour and bread. A baker, of BursIedon, was, at the same time, convicted in the penalty of 50s. for obstructing officers in their search for such ingredients.

The following inquests have been taken by Mr.Todd during the present week :- At Hurstborne Tarrant, on the body of Mr.Richard Child, a respectable inhabitant of that parish, who retired to rest in his usual good health on Sunday night last, and was the next morning found dead on his bed. Verdict, "Died by the Visitation of God. " - At Warnford, on the body of Daniel Bryer: it appeared that while drawing water from well, a large wheel by which the machinery is moved was turning swiftly round as the bucket descended, and the deceased endeavoured to stop its progress with a stick or lever; by some accident tha wheel or lever struck him with such violence as to fracture his skull and kill him instantly on the spot. Verdict," Accidental Death." - At the parish of South Stoneham, on the body of Wm.Stanbrook, who was killed by a fall from a pear tree, on Tuesday last. He survived the accident only half an hour. Verdict," Accidental Death."- At Fritham, in the New Forest, on the body of John Payne, who, while conversing in apparent good health, dropped down in a fit, and almost instantly expired. Verdict, "Died by the Visitation of God."

There is now growing in an orchard, belonging to Mr.James White, at Broad Oak, near Odiham, an apple, called the Mincing Apple, that measures 16 inches in circumference.

Seventeen prisoners who had sentence of death recorded against them at our last assizes, have received their final sentences, and are disposed of as follow: to transportation for life, 3 for 14 years, and 4 for 7 years on board the York hulk; 4 to imprisonment in the House of Correction, and 1 to the Gaol.

Committed to the Gaol :-Samuel Albury, for not finding sureties for his appearance at the next sessions for bastardy. - John Jones and Samuel White, for having obtained money under false pretences from the overseers of the parish of Breamore.




Southampton,
Saturday, October 8.

On Tuesday last, before the magistrates for the town, R.D.Pritchard, Esq. took the oaths as Sheriff, and Martin Maddison, jun, Esq. and S.Judd, Esq. as Bailiffs for the ensuing year. John Owen and Samuel Pittard were sworn in head constables.

The militia, since their training, do infinite credit to the drill serjeants; and instead of the awkwardness which struck the eye when first they were embodied, the men now present in the field, when in battalion, an appearance that would do credit to a regular regiment.

At the horticultural meeting held yesterday at Winchester, the new and choice flowers exhibited by Mr.Rogers, of the Southampton nursery, were greatly admired, particularly his double dahlias. Of the new Chinese plants, several were very fragrant; and being quite hardy, were considered valuable acquisitions.

On Monday last died at Millbrook, Mary, the wife of Capt. Wm. Ewen, aged 87 years.
Monday last died, aged 15 years, George, youngest son of Mr.John Horton, of Redbridge, in life beloved, and in death sincerely lamented.
On Sunday the 2d of October died, Harriet, wife of Robert Wightman, Esq. M.D. aged 51 years.

On Wednesday last, as the son of Mr.Quick, of the Sun Inn, and Mr.Barnard, jeweller, of this town, were returning from an airing in a gig, the horse, when near Redbridge, by the Salisbury canal, took fright, set off at full speed, and kicked the gig to pieces, running- off with the shafts at his heels; Mr.Quick and Mr.Barnard were left senseless in the road, and conveyed to thc Anchor, at Redbridge, where medical aid was procured. and it is with great satisfaction we learn that no serious danger is apprehended to either of them.




Newport, Oct.7.- On Saturday last Sarah, the wife of James White, of West Cowes, was convicted under the 8th of Ann, for harbouring and concealing East India, silk handkerchiefs and foreign brandy, and fined �17. 9s. 6d.
On Tuesday last Richard Young, late waiter at the Bugle Inn, Ryde, was apprehended at Cowes, and lodged in our bridewell, on a charge of breaking open a cupboard in the stable of the Bugle Inn, and stealing from thence some sovereigns and notes, belonging to Richard Bulford, the ostler. What renders this offence more atrocious is that Young, who had been out of employ and in distressed circumstances for some time, had during that time been fed and lodged by Bulford.

Birth.- On Wednesday last at Carisbrooke, the wife of Mr.John Hall, printer, of a son.
Died at Aberdeen on the 2d instant, in the 50th year of his age, Major Phelps, of the 80th regiment. In justice to his memory, and due appreciation of his exellen attainments, we might venture to assert that his Majesty's service possessed not a more meritorious, officer, or his numerous friends an individual whose loss they could more sincerely deplore.

A�most daring attempt was made on Tuesday night by some villians to enter the shop of Mr.Lane, provision merchant; they had effected their purpose so far as wrenching the bolt from the shutter, and taking out a pane of glass, when the barking of a small dog disturbed them, and they immediately made off.

A man named Andrews, a waterman of Yarmouth, incautiously entering the hold of a vessel in order to land a restive bullock, the animal suddenly gored him with his horns, threw him three times from the stem to the stern of the hold, before any assistance could be rendered him, and in half an hour after he expired.




Salisbury,
Monday, October 10, 1825.

The Lord Bishop of Bath and Wells, with his usual zeal and promptitude in promoting everv Institution in connection with our exellent Church Establishment, has kindly engaged to preach at St.Peter's Church, Frome, on Sunday morning the 16th inst. and in the evening at Christchurch, in the same parish, in aid of the fund for that spacious and handsome building lately erected for the Sunday and National Schools in that town.

On Saturday last the Rev.Charles Henry Hodgson, A.M. was elected by the Dean and Chapter one of the Vicars Choral of our Cathedral Church, void by the death of the Rev. Dr. Evans.

On Monday last Mr.Thomas Norwood Chubb was elected Mayor of this city, but declined serving the office, and paid the usual fine.

On Friday last James Bennett, Esq. was elected Mayor of this city for the year ensuing, when he announced to the Council his intention of taking on himself the duties of this important office.

On Thursday se'nnight John Tylee, Esq. was sworn in Mayor of the borough of Devizes and on the following day upwards of 100 gentlemen of the town and neighbourhood partook of his hospitality at the Bear Inn. A most sumptuous dinner was provided, which reflected great credit on Mr.Parsons, under whose superintendence it was served up. This is the third time Mr.Tylee has been Mayor of Devizes, and on each occasion he has evinced unbounded liberality.

Morgan Yeatman, Esq. was on Monday last elected Mayor, and Thos.Bower, Esq. and Capt.Burnet, Bailiffs for the borough of Dorchester for the year ensuing.

We are happy in being able to announce the continuance of the Concerts this winter; and we have no doubt they will be supported with the same zeal as they were last year. The first Concert is announced for the 3d of next month, being a week later than was originally intended, in consequence of Miss George's numerous engagements not admitting her leaving London before that time.

A numerous party of member, of the Close of Salisbury School Club dined together on Wednesday last at the White Hart Inn, in this city. T.Penruddock, Esq. and T.W. Dyke, Esq. officiated as Stewards; and.among the members prevent were, Sir J. Burrough, Knt. the Rev.Dr.Hawes, Rev.Mr.Shuckburgh, Rev.Mr.Foyle, Alexander Powell, Esq., William Boucher, Esq., Edward Stevens, Esq. &c. &c. Upon the removal of the cloth, a number of loyal and constitutional toasts were given, and the greatest harmony prevailed. The company highly approved of the dinner and wines.

At a meeting of the Commissioners under the new Paving Act for Devizes, held on Tuesday, it was announced by T.Tylee, Esq. that the borough Members intended to subscribe one thousand pounds each towards the improvements of the town. This announcement was received with the loudest cheers, and the unanimous and cordial thanks of the meeting were immediately voted to them. The bells also rung a merry peal, and continued at intervals throughout the day.

At a public dinner at the Green Dragon Inn, Market Lavington, on Wednesday the 5th instant, to celebrate the removal of the Littleton turnpike gate, a piece of plate, value about forty pounds, was presented to Mr.A.E. Saunders, by the inhabitants of Market Lavington and its vicinity, as a public expression of their regard to him for the important services he rendered in the removal of all the turnpike gates on the Lavington district of roads. The following inscription is to be placed on it: "Presented to Mr. A. E. Saunders, on the 5th of October 1825, by the inhabitants of Market Lavington and its vicinity, as a token of regard, for his exertions in obtaining voluntary contributions for the removal of nine turnpike gates on the Lavington district of roads; which was effected February 8th, 1825."

On Tuesday evening a concert of vocal and instrumental music was performed in Trowbridge Church, the performers were from the choirs of Trowbridge, Frome, Warminster, Bradford, &c.; the pieces were selected from Handel, Haydn, and Beethoven; and the whole was extremely well executed.

Mr.Fulwar Craven, of Chilton House, in this county, has sold Longwaist, the pride of the south, to Mr.Mytton, of Hallston Park, in Shropshire, for three thousand one hundred and fifty pound. He is now considered to be the best horse in England. He has challenged for the whip at Newmarket, and ready to run any horse that has ever beat him, next Spring, 4 miles over the course at Newmarket, for 1000 guineas, or any other sum however large. His late owner Mr.Craven has offered to back him to any amount.

On Saturday the 8th of October inst. was married, Mr.Robert Tanner, surgeon, of Vere-street, Cavendish Square, London, to Mary Henly, daughter of Richard Canning, Esq. of Marlborough.
On Thursday last was married by the Rev.H.Bower, at St. Mary Magdalen's, Taunton. Mr.Sampson Payne, of Salisbury, to Sarah, third daughter of J.G.Musgrave, Esq. of the former place.
Married on Thursday the 6th inst. by the Rev H.Purrier, at Hinton, in this county, Mr.A. Holbrow, surgeon, of Wootton Bassett, to Maria, eldest daughter of Mr.W.Warman, of the former place.
Married at St.David's Church, by the Rev.William Redford, Hobart Town, Van Dieman's Land, Captain Mark Riddle Tomkins, brother of Captain George Tomkins, Royal Navy, to Miss Emma Garratt, late of Market Lavington, Wilts.
On Wednesday last was married at St.John's Sepulchre, by the Rev.Dr.Hurlock, Prebendary of Salisbury, the Rev.Dacre Barrett Lennard, son of Sir Thos. Barrett Lennard, Bart. of Belhus, in the county of Essex, to Rachel Anna, eldest daughter of Jeremiah Ines, Esq. of St.Catharine's-hill.
On Saturday the 1st inst. died at his house in Upper Belgrave Place, London, Henry Elliot, Esq. aged 63 years.
On Friday the 30th ult. died, afler a Iong illness, on Dowry Parade, Bristol. in the 53d year of his age, John Bowie, Esq. of Gomeldon, near this city.
On Tuesday last died, in her 55th year, Mrs.Farr, wife of Mr.Farr, coachmaker, of this city.
On Monday last died at Ansty, after a short illness. in the 25th year of her age, Mrs.Elizabeth Parsons, wife of Mr.G. Parsons, of this city, and youngest daughter of Mr.Bowles, of Ansty.
A few days since died, greatly regretted throughout the neighbourhood in which she lived, Mrs. Rebecca Chapman, of Grimstone, near Dorchester, aged 80 years.
Died at Warminster, on Sunday, October 2 - deeply regretted by all who knew her, Sarah, wife of Mr.Thomas Buckler, of that place, aged 53.
On Monday morning last died, after a few days illness, beloved and lamented by all who knew her, Mary, wife of Mr.William Randall, of the Market-place in this city.
On the 4th inst. died at Woolland-House, Dorset, Mrs Elizabeth Burnett, in the 55th year of her age. She was a resident for sixteen years in General Loftus's family, and respected as a valuable instructress, friend, and companion to his daughters, particularly after the lamented death of their mother, Lady Elizabeth.
On the 3d inst.died, aged 46, much lamented' Henrietts Maria Hull, wife of Mr.Jas.Hull, of Devizes
On Sunday the 2d inst. died, at Cliffe Pypard, Mrs.Grace Gale, landlady of the Goddard Arms Inn, aged 74.

On Wednesday last died at Rockborne, in her 55th year; after a short illness, deeply regretted, Mrs.M.Rooke, daughter of the late Mr.George Rooke, of that place.
On Tuesday, the 27th of September died, aged 76 years, Mrs. Jane Locke, widow of the Iate Mr.John Locke, of Wily.
On the 28th ult, died at Stroud, in the prime of life, Mr.J.S.Timbrell, youngest son of the late T.Timbrell, Esq. of Trowbridge.
On the 29th ult. died at the New Inn, near Seend, Mr.R.Crook, formerly of Melksham.

Committed to Fisherton Gaol:- John Nicholas and George Plaskett, both of Downton, labourers. charged on the oaths of W.W. Atkinson and others, and also on the confession of the said George Plaskett, with having on the 30th of Sept. Iast stolen a ewe sheep, the property of the said W.W. Atkinson, in the parish of Downton.- Wllliam Westcombe, of Downton, labourer, charged with having, in the night of the 30th of August last, (in company with Henry Plaskett, now confined in the house of correction at Devizes), stolen a ewe sheep the property of Henry Newman, at Downton. - Frederick Miles and Samuel Ford, charged with stealing a quantity of leather, the property of George Fry, of Mere. - Jas.Hardy, late of Plymouth (a man bearing the appearance of a sailor), charged with having in the night of Wednesdav the 5th instant burglariously entered the premises of James Newham, at Nunton, and stolen a great coat and other articles of wearing apparel. He is also charged with having, in the night of the 7th inst. burglariously entered the dwelling-house of Peter Hayter, at Winterbourne Earls, and stolen therefrom various articles of wearing apparel.
On Monday the 26th ult. the following prisoners were conveyed from, Fisherton Gaol to the Leviathan hulk in Portsmouth harbour, for transportation:- For Life.- Robert Jones, John Smith, George Billett, Edward Billett, James Smith, Robert Jefferies, Levi Burton, Belcher Dicks, and William Oatley, all for horse-stealing.- Also for life: Stephen Blake, for stabbing his wife at Salisbury; William Withers, for high-way robbery; and Isaac Hurton, for burglary.
For 14 years, John Bryant, for sheep-stealing.
For 7 years, Thomas Hobbs, for house-breaking.

Committed to the House of Correction Devizes -: Two of the prisoners who received sentence of death at the last Wilts assizes have had their sentences commuted to imprisonment, in the House of Correction at Devzes, viz. James White, for 18 months, for having committed a felony at Berwick St. John; and Samuel Freestone, for 12 months, for having burglarously broken open the dwelling, house of Henry Hall, of Westbury.- John Gibbs and Wm.Gould, both of Longbridge Deverill, for 3 months each, for destroying fish, the property of the Marquess of Bath, Wm.Batten, of Langley, for three months, for a breach of the game laws.

Committed to the Old Bridewell, Devizes.- William Washington, charged with uttering counterfeit coin in the parish of Box.




LAMB INN, HINDON, WILTS.

THOMAS HARRISON begs leave, most respectfully to return his sincere thanks to the Nobility, Gentry, and the Public in general, for the liberal patronage and support which they have afforded him during the many years that he has kept the above Inn; and he takes this opportunity of informing them, that he has declined business in favour of his Son-in-Law, Mr.JOHN FAIRBAIRN, whom he recommends to their notice, feeling confident that he will use every exertion to give general satisfaction.
JOHN FAIRBAIRN, having succeeded Mr.HARRISON in the above Inn, takes the liberty of soliciting most respectfully a continuance of the kind patronage which has been so many years conferred on his Father-in-Law; and he begs to assure the public, that no exertions shall be wanting on his part to secure to the LAMB INN a continuance of the character for comfort and good accommodation which it has always hitherto maintained.- Families may depend on finding good and well-aired Beds, genuine Wines and Spirits, Horses and Carriages of the best description, and every exertion on the part of J .FAIRBAIRN and his servants to render their accommodation as comfortable as at any Inn on the Road.
N.B.-The NURSERY and SEED BUSINESS will be continued by J. Fairbairn, in all its branches, as usual.




CASTLE INN, MARLBOROUGH.
TO A GENEROUS PUBLIC.

THOMAS COOPER respectfully begs, leave to inform the Nobility, Gentry, and Public, who have honored him with their support, that he has been obliged to CHANGE his LINE of POSTING, from the determined opposition he has experienced from Mr.Reilly, of the York House, Bath, who has obliged Mr.Parsons, of the Bear Inn, Devizes, and Mr.Botham*, of the Pelican Inn, Newbury, not to run to T. Co's, in consequence of his having contracted with the General Stage Coach Company to horse their coach, although totally unconnected with his general Posting Business. T.C. will by unremitting attention to the convenience and comfort of the Public, provide, as he flatters himself he always has done, the best and most expeditious mode of POSTING, and embraces this opportunity of returning his most sincere thanks for the liberal support he has hitherto experienced; at the same time begs to caution those Families who wish to patronize him, when travelling post from the Bear Inn Devizes, and White Hart, Chippenham, against being driven the Waggon Road into Marlbro', in order to Avoid the Castle .

[Note : from Phil Wood 14th Aug.2007- this should be Mr. Botham rather than my transcript of Mr. Betham]




STEPHEN ALLEN, of PEWSEY, Wilts, begs leave to acquaint his Friends and the Public at large, that he has obtained a Licence, and intends OPENING a PUBLIC HOUSE at PEWSEY, on Tuesday the 11th of October instant, by the name of The ROYAL OAK; and he begs to assure them that he will use his utmost endeavours to afford good entertainment and accommodation to his customers, and trusts that by so doing he shall meet with that support which he will always exert himself to merit,
Pewsey, Oct.3, 1825.




FREEHOLD HOUSES IN SOUTHAMPTON.

TO be SOLD by AUCTION, by Mr.PEATY, at the Crown Inn, Southampton, on Tuesday the 18th of October instant, at one o'clock in the afternoon, -- Two substantanual -DWELLING-HOUSES. situate in Symnell-street, Southampton, and adjoining the Queen Charlotte Public-house on the East, each containing six rooms, with wash-houses and court-yard behind the same, let to Thomas Lovick and Elizabeth Biles, at the clear yearly rent of �16. a piece. There is also a large and convenient Cellar extending under both houses, now in hand, but lately let at �4. 4s.p year.
Also Five well built TENEMENTS, situate in the Court, at the back of the above premises, let to Philip Read, Sarah Beare, Lawrence Norman, Joseph Hysom, and Benjamin Wood, at a clear annual rental of �42.
The above houses are all in good repair, and will be put up for sale in one lot; but in case there shall be no satisfactory bidding for the whole, the said premises will at the same sale be put up to auction in several small lots.
At the same time and place will be sold in one lot, Two compact HOUSES, with Gardens attached, each containing six rooms, being No. and No.2, King-street, Spring Gardens, of the estimated annual value of �31., and in good repair.
Also, in four lots.- Four newly-built DWELLING-HOUSES, with good Gardens and Wash-houses, being Nos.7, 8, 9, and 10, Bevois-street, Southampton, of the annual value of �12. a piece.
The greater part of the purchase money may remain on mortgage. - For further particulars, and for leave to view the: property, apply to Messrs.Holmes and Whitchurch, solicitors at Romsey or Southampton, or to the Auctioneer, 64. High-street, Southampton;� if by letter, post paid.




STOLEN or STRAYED from Shirley Common, on Tuesday Night, Sept.20th, - A Black PONEY MARE, about 13 hands high, carrying its head and tail well; a small white spot on the forehead, a lump on the back near the loins, about the size of a walnut, tall cut, and rather low in the back.
Whoever will bring the said Poney to Mr.Haselgrove, of Shirley, shall be handsomely rewarded.




NOTICE to DEBTORS and CREDITORS.

ALL Persons indebted to the Estate of Mr.GEORGE WESTCOTT, late of Andover, Baker, deceased, are requested to pay the amount of their respective debts either to Mrs. Westcott, or to Mr.Wm.Rumsey, one of the Executors; to whom all persons having any claim or demand on the said Estate, are desired to transmit the particulars. - Oct.8, 1825.




THE Creditors of Mr.GEO.OAKE, - late of Ringwood, who died in the Month of March, 1816, are requested to meet at the Crown Inn, Ringwood, on Wednesday the 12th day of this instant October, at four o'clock in the afternoon, to take into their consideration the most effectual mode to be adopted to get a Distribution of the Property which fell to his Estate under the Will of his Father, on the death of the late Mrs.Oake.




TWO GUINEAS REWARD.
RAN AWAY, leaving, their Families chargeable to WARMINSTER Parish:-

GEORGE HUMPHRIES, Shoemaker, aged 19, 6 feet 9 inches high, very thin, dark eyes, dark hair, very much marked with the small pox.
RICHARD PARKINSON, Accountant, aged 41, 5 feet 5 inches high, light hair, grey eyes, fresh complexion, has lost the fore finger of his right hand.
JAMES BALL, Shoemaker, aged 31, 5 feet 10 inches high, dark hair, dark eyes, dark complexion.
ROBERT HARDING, Carpenter, aged 26, 5 feet 8 inches high, light hair, dark eyes, fresh complexion, walks very erect.
RICHARD BROWN, Labourer, aged 29, 5 feet 3 inches high; light hair, grey eyes, pale complexion.
EDWARD SMART, Labourer, aged 28, 5 feet high, dark hair, dark eyes, light complexion.
HENRY BAKER, Shoemaker, aged 33, 5 feet 5 inches high, sandy hair, light eyes, fresh complexion; has been lately seen in the neighbourhood of Wincanton.
Whoever shall apprehend either of the above persons, and lodge him in any of his Majesty'. Gaols, shall receive TWO GUINEAS Reward, on application to the Parish Officers of Warminster.
By the authority of the late Vagrant Act, any person whatever may apprehend such characters without a warrant.- October 4, 1825.