^1^»' ACCOUNT OF THE CELEBRATION OF THE JUBILEE. .iVSL.". . .kil k-jL \.'^ » 'JCiXO:R(V.ii: TBllL. THIjRID. AG^EJD // 'K^ //^ y/^'//r// '//^, /j//////f ///Yf . 'yi'//// . /■/■/// ^//// . //■/////■/'/ /■f/-/^// //. :>/ ///f J/Z/f u/f/uf/'U- ///'//r .//i'f/f/'/:^/-////f./i' ^//y ///■// r >/A///// ^ /"/ // //r/// //f// r ///y/y/z/y/r/: ' // /v/// /^//y' . //-//// 7/'/jzy/:-' /'/ ^ ////f.u A^///y //^//Y ■'/■//■r/y/y// ^/// y /yy/, /y //y yyy/ yy/y y,, ^ yr./ //y/ y,yy y//y , ' yy yyy/ '/yy /// /yii/yyy y/ yyyyy . ■ /'y/ //yyy .jyyyy/ ^^/Oyyy /yy,)/ yyy/ y/yyy/yyy/y/ yyj. y/yy y^y/^y/y/iry/ yy./ yy,y//yy /yy.i/ //yyy /y//yyy yyyy// y/^: yy y/ yy yy/Liccle>field Mr. John Cope, Birmingham C. V. C:oulsoii, Esq. .Mayor of Hull, '2 copies INIr. Critchlev. Banker, Macclesfield Vlll D Higlif. ITon. C.iiiiitess Dowager of Dysart Kiglit Hon. liiirl i)t" Dysart Riglit [Ivn. Lord Viscount Dudley and Ward Ki;;ht linn. Lord Dormer Sir Ldward Drydcn, Hart. Cannons Ashby Michael Daintry, Ksn. Byron House, Macclesfield John Smith Daintrv, Esq. Foden Bank, Maccles- field ]\Irs. Dahyinple Mrs. Daniels, Warwick Miss D'Aubrej', I'attin^hain Mrs. Davics, Ciucen Anne-street, London Henry Hastings Davics, Esq. Isl Guards Warburton Davies, Es(|. Francis Davies, Esc]. .VJd Rcgt. Mrs. C. Davics, Ciloccstor Rev. D. Davies, D. D. Head INLister of the Gram- mar School, Macclesfield Richard Dayrell, Esij. Lillingstonc Dayrell Robert Dean, Esq. Canterbury IVIr. ]>ean, Towcester Mr. Deane, jNLiccksfield jl Rev. Thomas Detliick, Pattingham Rliss Dethick John Dorville, Esq. Raven's Court, Hammer- smith, '2 copies Miss Dorville Miss S. Dorville ■ Edward Downes, Fsq. Shrigley Hall, Cheshire I\lr. William Drayson, Towcester Thomas Dreaver, Esq. Macclesfield Mr. Edge, Macclesfield ISIr. S. Edwards, Salisbury-street, Strand, London Rev. E. Evans, Bettws, Denbighshire Miss E. Ey ton, Wrexham Thomas Featherstone, Esq. Packwood \V. D. Fellowes, Esq. Holyhead ^Irs. Fellowes Rev. Joseph Fern, Coventry I^dward Ferrers, Esq. Baddesley, Warwickshire Rev. M. Fielding, St. Stephens, Canterbury (iilbert Flesher, Esq. Towcester Rev. J. F. Flesher, Tifiield Thomas Flesher, Esq. Feocliurch-street Mr. William Flesher, Ditto Lieut. Mark Folwell.TowcesterVolunteer Infantry Major Fortnura, Argyle-street, London Mrs. Fox, Bath Rev. T. Lane Freer, Handsworth lion. Robert Fulke Greville, Richmond Park Lady Gott, Little Boston House John Galsworthy, Esq. Hartland Kirkman (Jardiner, Esij. King's .Arms Yard Mrs. K. (ianliner Wu). (iilb}', M-D. Birmingham John (ioodwin, Esq. ('lapham Common Mrs. H. (lough, Britton lerry, (ilamorgansliirc J. P. (ireaves, Esq. King's Arms Yard Miss (ircaves Mrs. Green, Mold, Flintshire, '2 copies Gregor, Esq. Mrs. Ciregor Mr. T. Gregson, Lancashire J. W. Griftith. Es(|. (iarn, Denbighshire E. Gwatkin, Escj. Devonshire Place H Right Hon. Lady Elizabeth Halliday Right Hon. Viscountes.s llarbeton Right Rev. Lord li.shop of Hereford Right Hon. Lord Henniker Right Hon. Lady Henniker Hon. 31iss Henniker Lady Haggerston Thomas Hake, Esq. Brentford Mrs. Halhed, Priory, near Reading David Hall, Esq. ^lacclesfield W. Hamper, Esq. Birmingham John Ilandford, lisq. Biir William Langham, Bart. Cottesbrook Hall Mrs. Lambert, Canterbury Benjamin Laver, Esq. Hardiiigstone Col. Leatham, Barton Rev. William Leigh, Solihull Henry (ireswold Lewis, Esq. Malveni Hall Josfph Lindopp, Esq. Solihull Mr. Lingard. Macclesfield Col. Llojd, York Mr. Edmund Lloyd, Harley-street, 10 copies Mrs. Lomax, Bath Mr. John Lovell, Attorney, Towcester Mr. John Lovett, Hillmorton John Lowe, Esq. Ravenhurst William Lowndes, Esq. M. P. Whaddon Hall M Right Hon. Countess of Mansfield Right Hon. Louisa Manners Sir Charles Mordaunt, Bart. M. P. Walton Sir Theophilus Metcalf, Bart. John Manners, Esq. 2 copies Mr, Charles Markham, Attorney, Northampton Mrs. Marriott, Cottesbach Mr. Marshall, Solihull Kev. Richard Midgeley, Blechlev, Bucks Edward Milward, Jun. Esq. Hastings Mr. Mole, Attorney, Birmingham Rev. Thomas Monro, Oxford William Moody, l{sq. Beaudesert Rev. William Morrice, Fellow of St. John's Col- lege, Oxford N Right Hon. Earl of Northampton Mr. Needham, Macclesfield Francis Newbold, Esq. Macclesfield Rev. Richard Newcombe, Warden of Ruthyn Rev. George Frederic Nott, D. D. Prebendary of Winchester Mrs. Nott Miss Nott o Right Hon. Lord Ongley Miss Fanny O'Grady P Right Hon. Earl of Portsmouth Right Hon. Couuiess vf Portsmouth Edmund Patesliall, Esq. Allensmoor M. E. Peachey, Esq. JNIendhouse, near Chichester Mr. Samuel Perkins, Guy's Clilf Rev. Charles Peters, Pontesbury Mrs. Petit, Rectory, Castle Donnington John Pierce, Esq. Canterbury Joseph Pitt, Esq. Brentford Mrs. Poole, llomeiul, Herefordshire, 2 copies Mr. J. Powell, Solihull Mr Pratchet, Birmingham Benjamin Price, Esq. Westbury Mrs. Prince, Canterbury Mrs. Puleston Major Pulhani Samuel Purkis, Es(i. Brentford Rev. H. A. Pye, Cirencester R Her Grace the Duchess of Roxburgh, 2 copies Right Hon. Earl of Rochford Right Hon. Countess Dowager of Rosslyn Richard Rabone, Esq. Smethwick Hall Mrs. Randall, Bath Mr. Redding, Plymouth A. R. Robinson, Esq. Kensington Messrs. Rouse, Kirkby, and Lawrence, Canterbury Rucker, Esq. Melrose Hill Mrs. Rucker John Ryle, Esq. Mayor of Macclesfield Right Rev. John Lord Bishop of Salisbury Right Hon. Lord Sheffield Ambrose Salisbury, Esq. Solihull Mrs. Ann Sampson, Solihull, 2 copies Mrs. Sampson, Bath T. S. W. Samwell, Esq. Upton Hall John Scott, Esq. Hastings Cuthbert Sharp, Esq. Bishop Wearmoulh Mr. Robert Shew, Birmingham Rev. John Short, Temple Balsall J. G. Shorter, Esq. Mayor of Hastings Card Club, Hastings Capt. Skeene, Hereford Richard Smith, Esq. Greenwich Hospital Solihull Book Club Isaac Spooner, Esq. Etmdon Hall Mrs. Spooner Mrs. Spooner, Olton Hall Mrs. Stanley, Denbigh, '2 copies Walter Strickland, F^sq. Brixworth Hall Hon. Mrs. Tenant, Little Aston Hall John Taylor, Esq. Birmingham Mrs. Taylor X. Mrs. Ann Taylor, Banstead, Surrey ]VIr. J. K. Taylor Mrs. Towers, Queen Ann-street, London William Colbourne Towers, Esq. 3d Guards Mr. Henry Tuke, York V Thomas Hall Vaughton, Esq. Wroxhall Hall VV Right Hon. Lady Caroline Wrottesley Hon. Miss Louisa Wrottesley Sir .lohn Williams, Bart. Bodlewyddan Lady Williams, Bath Lady Watson, East Sheen, Surrey Miss Wagner, St. Asaph Mr. Wainwrighl, Dudley Miss F. Wakefield Rev. James Walhouse John Wallis, Esq. K. N. Mr. Joseph Ward Col. Watson, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire Mrs. Watson Dr. Watson, Warwick Rev. James Way, Lapworth Mr. Richard W'ebb, Towcester Mrs. Jane Webbe, Gibbon's Fields, Plymouth, 2 copies Rev. Henry Welstead, Mansell James Wetherell, Esq. New College, Oxford Wilding, Esq. Llanrhaidr, Denbighshire Miss Wilkinson, Park-street, Bath Thomas Williams, E.sq. B.C. Williams, Esq. Lincoln's Inn Fields Mrs. Williams, Pebedw Francis Willis, Esq. (Jreatford, 2 copies Mr. J. Wolstenliolmc, York Charles Wood, Es(]. Beach, Cheshire, 2 copies Richard Wood, Esq. Manchester Messrs. Wood and Watton, Shrew.sbury Rev.T. IJ. Woodman, Brackley Mr. Wright, Handsworth Mrs. Wright, Aspley Guise, Bedfordshire Wyatt, Esq. Coventry Rev. John Wylde. Aldridge Robert William Wyime, Esq. Garthewin Mrs. Wynne Mrs. Wynne, Deanery, St. Asa|)h John Lloyd Wynne, Esq. Coed-Coch, Denbig shire, 2 copies Mrs. Wynne, 2 copies Y Simon Yorke, Esq. Ertliig, near Wrexham Mrs. Yorke Rev. Brownlow Yorke, Downham Miss Lucy Yorke PREFACE. To tliose patriotic s]iirits avIk) manifested their gratitude and joy when their beloved Sovereign entered on the Jubilee Year of iiis Reign, not in riot and intemperance, but in acts of beneficence and devotion, it is presumed that the following compilation will not be an unacceptable publication. To rescue from the fugacious and perishing pages of a newspaper, such speaking details of national loyalt}^ ; to incorporate them with similar accounts collected from private authorities; and to compress the whole within a convenient compass, at the same time that it pays a becoming tribute of justice to individuals, may render no inconsiderable service to history : for thus the liberalit}^ of the present day will be transmitted to the latest posterity, and ages yet unborn may learn, that whatever be the failings of our times, want of attachment to virtue and goodness in the person of a revered Sovereign, cannot be ranked anion<'st the number. That the inhabitants of this country have duly appreciated the merits of their Sovereign, and })aid a just tribute to his manifold virtues, these |)a2;es will amply testify. The general sentiment so unequivocally exhibited in tlic Ju- bilee Year of his Reign, more eloquently declares the atVection of the j)eople at large, than volumes of studied panegyric. When the 49th Anniversary of his Majesty's Accession to the Throne was celebrated throughout the kingdom, the petty distinctions of partv were i'ov- gotten in one general acknowledgment of the blessings enjoyed under a roi>>u the most benignant that, j)erhaps, any people e\er yet experienced. 'J'lio Meeting House of the Dissenter, the Synagogue of the Jew, thcChajiels alike of the Methodist and Roman Catholic, were opened to express one unanimous Xll spntiinent; and the wliole of the British Dominions presented, on the 25th of October, 1809, the subhnie and animating spectacle of an entire nation occu- pied in piaise and thanksgiving to that gracious Being, by " whom Kings reign," for having spared to so late a period a life so precious as that of George the Third. Those were no hired greetings, no compulsory acclamations extorted from a joyless })opulacc by the stern mandate of authority, solicitous to obtain the show of a popularity which it did not in reality possess. The celebration of that day's solcnmity originating in the best feelings of our common nature, started into every mind in every corner of the Empire by one common im- pulse. The idea, once expressed, moved zdth a rapidity almost unexampled ; and what was the act of millions, was the spontaneous eftiision of love in each individual, anxious to express in the most acceptable and becoming manner the overflowings of a orateful heart. It was indeed " the Jubilee of the heart, the Jubilee of the best feelings of which our nature is susceptible; it was the Jubilee of love for our King, the Jubilee of love for our feUow creatures." The debtor, who had long been immured within a prison, was released from the gloom of confinement, and restoi^ed to the bosom of his family, the hungry was fed, the naked clothed, the mourner comforted, the destitute succoured, and all orders of men, the loAvest in common with the highest, the poorest with the richest, had cause to bless the happy da}^ Nor were the blessings then imparted of a transitory nature. It is a circunntstance on which the mind dwells with peculiar pleasure, that in addition to the numerous donations ex- tended at the moment by individual or collective benevolence to the poorer orders of the community, there are many charitable institutions Avhich owe their origin to the Jubilee, and will long survive to perpetuate its memory, when those who celebrated it, and even their children's children, shall moulder in their graves . O' But these events are not to be regarded with barren and unprofitable complacency ; it becomes us to view them as administering to religious im- provement. Who can look around and contemplate the ravages and devasta- Xlll lions committed upon Empires and States during the last 20 years, and not ac- knowledge with fervent gratitude, that if England is a free and lia})py country, '• it is the Lord's doing:," and " ousht to be marvellous in our eves." After a struggle of nov," nearly a quarter of a century, in which the whole continent of Europe has fruitlessly engaged, and the larger part finall}'. submitted to the yoke of foreign tyrranny ; Great Britain still rears her head in the proud con- sciousness of unshaken integrity and consolidated independence; her bosom opened as the asylum of the unfortunate of the whole earth, her arms extended to support and defend the oppressed of every Nation under Heaven. IIow truly may it be said,* " we have heard the storm indeed, but it has been as he who, imder the warm domestic roof, hears Avithout the whistling of the wintry wind; Ave have heard it, but to endear to us still. more our native comforts." NoAv to Avhat cause may we refer this singular exemption from the accumulated horrors other nations have experienced '' ^\ ithout descending to genertd declamation against the age Ave live in, no one, it is presumed, Avill be hardy enough to assert that Ave OAve it to our virtues. " Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, bvit to thine oAvn Name give the praise," is at all times the language of the christian. But, if ever the Almighty spared a people, and Ave are assured, that he has, to the virtues of its Ruler, can it be called superstition to believe, that Britain is, at this particular hour, pros- perous and independent, because she has been governed by a Prince, " avIio " hath been strong, and very courageous to observe the laAv God has com- " manded : a Prince from av hose mouth that law has never departed: a Prince *' Avho hath meditated thereon day and night : therefore hath his scat been " established, and his sceptre preserved unbroken." At all events, in whatever light Ave view the question, in these aAvful and momentous times, to possess a Sovereign, Avho, by his uniformly christian and patriotic conduct, has gained his people's love, and Avho, by his firm and dignitied d(>mcanour, has secured to them the enjoyment of their just rights, ought to kindle the tlame of grati- tude, and the voice of thanksgiving. If an equal and upright distribution of * See a very impressive sermon by the Rev. J. B. Blakeway, on tlie General Fast, 1805* XIV justice; if the sober exercise of Royal Prerogative; if steady adherence to one benevolent system of government; if conscientious respect for the liberties of his people, and parental aticction for their welfare ; if deeply-rooted attach- ment to the established Church, joined to liberal toleration; if a firm and un- daunted spirit in the hour of danger ; if protection and encouragement attbrded to every useful and beneficent institution; and lastlv, if the practice of every moral and every religious duty, are titles to a nation's love, then, indeed, does our esteemed ATonarch desenethe admiration and regard of Enolishmen. ' In order to appreciate fully the character of the King, it should be considered xchat times he has combated. lie has maintained, amid tiie profli- gacy of his age, the ancient purit}'^ and simplicity of the English numners; and has maintained them whilst his own Court have revelled in Asiatic splen- dour, and more than Asiatic luxury. He has held the calm and temperate course of empire through times that have no parallel in the history of man ; lie has sustained his scej)tre during the most violent convulsions of which the poli- tical or moral world is susceptible ; and the history of his reign will embrace every thing that is most extraordinary and interesting in the actions of men." That the life of a Sovereign, so essential to the happiness of a loyal and affectionate peoj)le, may long be conceded to them! That when he shall be called hence, (Oh! be that day yet far removed!) to receive the reward of a reign devoted to the welfare of his subjects, his successors may prove studious of his virtues, and en)ulous of his example; and that our unrivalled Constitution in Church and State, may, under the protection of a long line of pious and patriotic Sovereigns, continue the object of dehght, and veneration of man- kind. These are prayers which the Editor of the following pages, deeply impressed with gratitude for national blessings, ventures humbly to offer to the Throne of Grace, and to which she hopes every one that considers national pros- perity the gift of Divine Mercy, upon their bended knees will cry. Amen! CELEBRATION THE JUBILEE^ LONDON. The veneration and loyalty of the people of London for his Majestv, as well as their gratitude for the opportunity given them by Divine Providence, of celebrating the commencement of the Fiftieth year of our gracious Sovereign's auspicious reign, was testified by every possible demonstration of joy. The morning was ushered in by a general peal of bells fi-om all the church steeples in the metropolis, and tlie display of tlie royal standards, in honour of the day. At ten o'clock the streets were filled in all parts of the town with well-dressed "persons. The volunteers in the several districts were seen marching to their respective places of worship, as were the children of the difteicnt parishes, to return their grateful thanks to Almighty (iod for having graciouly prolonged to this country the reign of a INlonarch, who has on all occasions proved himself the 1)encvolent father of his people, and the protector of their rights, freedom, and property. The crowd of citizens from Tcmplc-bar to Leadenhall-street, during the whole morning, was almost impervious, and the win- rolonged felicity of our beloved INIonarch's reign, but have niinglett their cha- ritable bcuevolencx? with their other fellow-subjects, in distributing alms to the poor, and by their liberal contributions for the release of the unfortunate prisoners. Bishop Hodgson, the Roman Catholic Bishop of the London District, with a spirit of loyalty that does him and that respectable body at large the highest ho- nour, issued the following Order to his Clergy, for the celebration of the Jubilee. " Dearly beloved bretlneu — The Almighty Lord and God, by iclioin Kings >'ci<>//, (Prov. viii. 15) has been pleased, in mercy to us, to prolong the reign of our be- loved Monarch, while in the revolutions of other empires and kingdoms many dreadful events have taken place. In these happy isles we have enjoyed an enviable security in our own houses, while in other countries, every thing sacred ami prolane, altars and thrones, have been tluown into the conunon mass of ruin. W hen we look back and contemplate all these blessings, and the many oppressive restraints iVom which Catholics have been released under the reign ol" his present Majesty, wc nmst acknowledge that gratitude and thanksgiving arc the smallest returns which can be made. Lor this reason, dearly l)eloved brethren, let us join in hymns of praise and jubilation to the Sovereign l)isj)oscr of all Lvents, and beseecli him to prolong the days of our beloved Sovereign, to give wisdom to his couueiis, and a 10 vigour to his strength, and again to bless the land with peace. We earnestly, therefore, dearly beloved brethren, exhort you to assemble round your pastors, in thanksgiving and prayer, on \\'edncsday the 25th instant. And accordingly it is ordered that all Priests who liave the care of congregations, or wlio officiate to such, shall after the Mass of that day say or sing, or cause to be said or sung, the Psalm ' Exaudiat,' with the ' V. Domine salvum fac Uegem,' and the Prayer, ' Pro Regc Qutesumus Omnipotens Deus." JOSEPH HODGSON, V. G." THE ILLU.AHNATIONS. Day-light was scarcely gone, when the full blaze burst forth upon the eye, in all the skill of art, and in all the radiant splendour and varied magnificence of the general illumination of the British capital. Hands could hardly be procured to light up the innumerable lamps. All the customary demonstrations of popular satisfac- tion were abundantly exhibited. Those who recollect similar displays after the reco- very of the Monarclfs health, and the several naval victories, recpiirc no description. Those who have not witnessed such a sight may tind some gratitication in the perusal of the details which are sriven. • The pillars of the portico in front of the ]\I(nwon House were encircled with rows of lamps, and the interstices decorated with golden vases and bouquets of oak, thistle, shamrock, siiigs lie has been pleased to pour down upon this highly favoured naiion, and more particularly for liis wouderful aud. great goodness, in having continued his divine protection to your ."Majesty 14 tintil this joyful period, we, your Majesty's faithful citizens of London, have implored heaven to accept our fervent prayers of praise and thanksgivin-i, and to continue that same providential care and protection to your Majestv for many years yet to come. — Kelievc, Sire, that it is the warmest wish and most fervent prayer of your Majesty's Citizens of London, that Providence may long continue to this nation so distinguishing a mark of divine favour, and that in the fidness of time, when your Majesty shall be called from your earthly to a celestial crown, the memory and example of so beloved a Sovereign may secure to a grateful people the imitation of your Majesty's virtues, in the successors of your Royal House, till time shall be no more. " Signed by order of Court, " HENRY WOODTHORPE." To which Address his Afajesty was pleased to return the following most gra- cious Answer : — " I thank you for this testimony of your zeal and aflection for me and my Government. It has ever been my atisious care to maintain the rights and privileges of every class of my subjects ; and it is a great satisfaction to me, to reflect, that, in the midst of all our unexampled struggles, and notwithstanding the duration of the wars in which, for the safety of my people, I have been engaged, the Commerce and Manufactures of my City of London have been carried to an extent unknot n at any former period." Tlicy were all received very graciously, and had the honour to kiss his Majesty's hand. ^Xf'ter wliich his Majesty was pleased to create the Lord INIayor a Caronet, and conferred the honour of Knighthood on Wilham Plomer, Esq. Alderman. TJtefvlloiihig was sung at the dinner given hy the Merchants and Bankers at Merchatit Tailors Hall. TO THE AITACREONTIC TUNE, The day our lov'd monarch ascended his throne. In mirth each true Briton should ever employ. But now, forty-nine anniversaries gone. The fiftieth solemnity hallows our joy ! 'Tis a Jubilee year, 'tis a festival dear, To all who their King and their Country revere. Our voices we'll raise, 'till the firmament ring. With a loud loyal chorus of " God save the King 1" And well, at devotional gratitude's call. Our bosoms, exulting, with bliss may expand. When the blessings by Providence destin'd fur all Yet linger on earth but to gladden our land. W^hile Europe's fair soil is of robbers the spoil. And force reaps the harvest of industry's toil. Our sea guarded isle unmolested may sing. Heaven prospers my sons, and may " God save the King." Religion, to guide and enlighten mankind. Here finds her asylum and fixes her sway. Where no superstition debases the mind. Nor black infidelity skulks from the day. The sympathies here drop for rais'ry a tear. And charity hastens its anguish to cheer; Extracting from penury's wound the sharp sting. She bid* all her vot'ries pray " God save the Kjnc.'' D' 15 Here Justice, immaculate, sits on lier bench. While ail uvcn pois'd balanci' determines her choice; No tyraiinuus edict her si-ntence to wrench. No bribe to corrupt her dehberate voice. On twelve good men and true ever fast'ning her view. To her suppliants alike she dispenses their due ; And, when ask'd what on Britain these blessings shoiild brin She points to the throne, and shouts " God save the Kino." What leads Britain's sons, from the pole to the pole. To trace o'er the globe their infallible way: That, where'er the winds whistle, where'er the waves roll, Bnth the waves and the winds their intentions obey ? 'Tis freedom divine wafts them over the line. And to them bids the earth all her treasures resign; Secur'd by her arm, and upborn by her wing. They make the world echo with " Ood save the King!" Dear liberty's tree, such as Englishmen show. Ail sappy its stem and mature all its fruit, Once France would have planted; but how could it grow. With no leaves on its branches, nor life at its root? 'Tis to Britain alone this rare plant can be known, , Its growth and its product exclusive her own ; Her manners its autumn, her virtues its spring. Her Monarch its sunshine: O " God s.we the King 1" Its seed by our ancestors early was sown. And the ground to upraise it nianur'd with their blood; 'Tis our birth-right to watch now the tree is full grown. Lest a blight crop its bloom, or a blast nip its bud. Corruption's the blight that its blossoms would smite. And faction the blast that would strip it outright. Yet, while thus from concord our energies spring. The crown of our wishes is " God save the Kixg!" Let all, then, who Britain's free Monarch obey. Their religion and liberties join to maintain. Their country invites them to hallow this day. When Gi; :benefaction.s. / Abikgdon'. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells at both churches, and a display of fiags in various parts of the tow n. At nine oclock the cavalry and infantry assembled, and went through their manoeuvres. After which they attended divine service, as did the Mayor and Corporation of this ancient town, preceded by upwards of two hundred of the Sunday school chiidren, and nearly one hundred charity children, all arrayed in a new suit of clothes, made expressly for the occasion. As soon as the congregation; ((^ipwards. of. four thousand being present) 23 were seated in the church, the organ and choir struck up " God save the King ;" it liad a most impressive effect. The Coronatiou Anthem was also sung. After hear- ing a most excellent sermon from the Rev. AV. Price, " God save the King" was again sung by the congregation. From Church, the regnnients proceeded to the I\Iarket-place, where they fired a Feu de joie in honour of the day. The respectable part of the inhabitants of the town dined with the Mayor, at the Town Hall ; the poor Avere all made happy on the occasion, to the amount of 200C), men, women, and chil- dren ; the men and women receiving 3s. a piece, and yd. for every child. The poor were also regaled in the evening by a number of barrels of beer being placed in the IVIarket-place, and a great quantity of cakes were thrown from the top of the Market- house amongst them, the same ceremony as was performed Avhcn his Majesty as- cended to the throne fifty years ago. One of these cakes was exhibited i)y Mr. John Waite, a member of the Corporation, lie having kept it in his possession ever since ; it has been since shoM-n to his Majesty. The evening concluded m ith a display of fire-works, and a ball. Ai.DERM.vsTON. — The cavalr}"^ attended Divine Service, after Avhich thev pa- raded in front of Aldcrmaston House, where they lired three i-Vw.r de joic, in honour of the day ; they afterwards marched to die Hinds Head Inn, Avherc they partook of a sumptuous entertainment given by their Commander, W. Congrcve, Esq. to m hich his tenants were invited. Xear forty score of beef, a donation of Mr. Congreve's, and a due proportion of bread and beer, purchased by the inhabitants, Mere distributed among the poor families residing in the parish. Bk.ach PIill. — Near 200 persons were plentifulh' regaled with roast and boiled beef, plum-pudding, potatoes, and good ale, by C. Musgrave and R. Halhed, Esqrs. ; there ■\\'as not a poor person in the Tything of Beach Hill, who ^^"as not made happy. East Hampstead. — Mrs. Nesbitt regaled upwards of £00 of the inhabitants Mitli the best fare ; after dinner, the health of the King was drank vith three cheers, and the singers, M'ith the band of music, sang " God save the King," in full chorus. After several loyal toasts, between live and six o'clock, the whole company i)a- raded before the house of their hospitable Patroness, .singing and pla\ ing " God save the King," and then went to the house of Mr. and !Mrs. Vidal, who had enter- tained 30 children of the parish, with beef, pudding, &c. and saluted them with the loyal song, when the children greeted their fathers, mothers, and relations, with the same, accompanied by a piano forte and harp. The windows of the house were illu- minated Avith beautiful and suitable transparencies. Soon afterwards a collection of firc-works Avas displayed at each house, and all retired home, satisfied and highly pleased. , Farley Hill. — The Jubilee was celebrated Avith great joy and festivity, under a tree that Avas planted in commemoration of his Majesty's acccssicm to the throne. The cottager who planted the tree, now SO years of age, was ciiaired by the neigh- bouring tenantry with great pomp, and made president of the feast. A fat sheep 24 was roasted whole upon the occasion, which was given among the poor cottagers, and the day was spent with the utmost conviviahty throughout the neighbourhood. Farixcdon. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells and the firing of six pieces of cannon. The independent corps of V olunteers mustered in their new uniforms. After attending divine service they proceeded to parade, and went through the different evolutions. The privates were after\\ards regaled with roast beef, plum-pudding, and two quarts each of ale to drink the health of their King. The assembly which was held at the IJell Inn, was numerously attended. — At twelve oclock the company sat down to a most sumptuous supper : they afterwards resumed the merry dance till six in the morning. In short, all the inhabitants seemed to vie with each other in testifving their lovaltv to their sovereign. s Grove-Holsf., Bixfield. — At an early hour the whole of the poor of the ex- tensive parish of Binfield were assembled in front of the house of Askew Hillcoat, Ksq. from whence, preceded by a band of music, attended by that gentleman and most of the respectable farmers and tradesmen, they proceeded to the church. On entering the church-yard, " God save the King" was sung in chorus by the whole company, consisting of upwards of 500 people, with a very happy effect. After hearing a very excellent sermon by the Rev. ^Ir. Ashley, they returned in the same order, and were dismissed, after the poor, to the number of nearly 400 persons, had been presented by their worthy benefactor with a (juartern loaf, a pound of meat, and a quantity of strong beer each, to drink his .Majesty's health. — Sixty of the principal fanners and others sat down to a substantial dinner of beef and plum-pud- ding, in the old English style of hospitality. When the cloth was removed, many loyal and constitutional toasts were drank, with appropriate songs ; and in the even- ing the mansion and gardens were brilliantly illuminated, accompanied with a large bonfire, and a display of lire-works ; notwithstanding the great concourse of people that w ere attracted by this novel scene, the utmost harmony and joy existed to a late hour. HiXTON". — The Rev. Mr. S\Tnonds gave a dinner to all the poor inhabitants of his parish, consisting of nearly 300 persons, men, women, and children. After dinner, the poor were amused by a lottery of all prizes, consisting of shirts, shoes, coals, and other articles, which were given by Mr. and Mrs. Symonds. IIlxcf-Rford. — The poor were supplied from a public subscription with beef, upwards of 2S00 pounds having been divided amongst the poor families, in propor- tion to their numbers. The Corporation, and the llungerford \'oluntecr Cavalry and Infantry, attended divine service, whe/e a sermon was preached by the Rev. Mr. Bradford, after \\ hich a Feu de joie was fired by a detachment of the Kings Own Stafford Militia, and also by the Volunteer Infantry. The Cavalry performed their sword exercise, and the day was spent with the greatest festivity, by public dinners at the Town-hall and Inns, and the evening concluded with a grand display of fire- works. 25 Maiden'HEad. — The Mayor and Corporation attended divine service with their gowns, insignia of office, and band of music, where anthems were sung, and an ap- proj)riate semion preached. — Large quantities of provisions were distributed amongst all the poor families of the town. In addition to which, a fat ox was roasted whole and given amongst the populace. The Corporation, u ith a great nuniber of the re- spectable inhabitants of the town and neighbourhood, dined at the Town-hall, where many loyal and constitutional toasts were given ; the day was spent with the great- est harmony and hilarity. Newbvrv. — By the handsome donations of Colonel Stead, Mr. Montague, and C. Dundas, Esq. in conjunction with the very liberal town subscription, upviards of 3000 people were enabled to share in the rational enjoyments of the festive day. The several public dinners were passed off with the utmost conviviality, and philan- thro|)v of disposition was visible in the appearance of all. In the evening, the ball was honoured by the presence of a large assemblage of beauty, elegance, and fashion. NoRTHSTOKE. — ^Thc day was ushercd in with the ringing of bells, and flags were flying on the tower, Avhile the Local Militia of the parish, with a few of the Earl of Macclesfield's Troop of Yeomanry Cavalry, fired three excellent volleys and a Fcic (Icjoic in honour of the day. At ten o'clock the troops, attended by the inhabitants, marched to church, where a sermon was preached by the lie v. Mr. \\'right, who came forward with his accustomed spirit and liberality, in aid of the poor, who were most amply furnisiied with roast beef, plum-pudding, ami strong beer, to celebrate the day ; liis Majesty's health was drank with enthusiasm, and the Jubilee was con- cluded with a ball, which was attended by a brilliant assemblage of beauty and fashion. — A resolution was also entered into by the gentlemen, of Xorthstoke, to commemorate the Jubilee annually, during the remainder of his present Majesty's reign. Sw.ALLOWFiELD. — Tlic Right Ilon. Lord Rivers presented five guineas, Avhich, with the joint subscriptions of the gentlemen, yeomanry, and others, resident in the ])arish, furnished to .JJ7 people an ample portion of beef, with money sufficient for beer, to keep up that glow of gratitude to their benefactors, evident in the counte- nance of each partaker on this happy event. W.\LLixoroRn. — The Corporation, accompanied by some hundieds of the inha- bitants, and preceded bv a capital band of music, went in procession from the Mayor's house, to St. relers Cluueh. where an excellent sermon was preached by the Jiev. Wm. Mairis, D. D. and the service was concluded by singing an ajipropriate liymn composed for the occasion, to the tune of '• God save the King. " A dinner was provided at the expcnce of the Corporation, foraI)out 'JOO respectable persons of the l)orough, and greater regularity, harmony, and conviviality, never inspired a public meeting. A\ hen the Kings health was given, it produced a burst of grateful and ]> bounty. After attending divine service, a large party, consisting of the principal inhabitants of the town and neighbourhood, dined at the Cobham Arms Inn, where many lo\al and con- stitutional toasts were drank, and the day passed with the greatest conviviality. Amersham. — A subscription Avas set on foot for providing the labouring classes (upwards of 1700) with a comfortable dinner at their own houses on the day of the anniversaiy. The worthy representatives of this ancient borough subscribed 50/. each ; and a fund was raised in the course of a few hours of nearly 3001. which proved 27 fully adequate to the purpose intended, so that on this festive occasion every coun- tenance seemed to express " God save the King." AsTox Clixtox. — An ox was roasted whole, and distributed, Mith plenty of beer, to the poor. Lord Viscount Lake likewise gave a most Hberal entertainment to liis tenants, and neighbouring farmers, and an elegant dinner and ball to his family and friends. Tlius every individual in the parish was most plentifully regaled on this happy occasion. Farnham. — On Tuesday Avas delivered, to upwards of 400 persons, two pounds of ])rime beef, exclusive of bone, and a quartern loaf to cacli. On the following day, a quart of strong beer ■\\as given to each man and woman, and half a pint to each child. The parish bells began to ring at six o'clock, and continued till ten at night. The village was illuminated, the church likewise, and the tower, with patent lamps. A bonfire, on an eminence commanding \\'indsor Castle and the sur- rounding country, concluded the festivity of the day. Hartwell. — The handsome donation of the unfortunate Prince, Louis XVIIL the rightful monarch of the throne of France, ranks high in the list of generous actions performed on the joyous day of the Jubilee. To the poor inhabitants of Hartwell, in Mhich he resides, and in the neighbouring parishes of Aylesbury and Stowe, he gave 100/. to be distributed. LiLLixGSTOXE Dayrell. — The day was celebrated with every demonstration of happiness and joy; upwards of 80 of the poor inhabitants were regaled upon the lawn of Richard DayrcU, Esq. with a plentiful supply of roast beef, plum-pud- ding, and beer. The pleasure of the day was considerably increased by the intro- dut'tion of an organ, and the heartfelt glee with which the whole party accompanied it, in the favourite and popular songs of " CJod save the King," and " Rule Bri- tannia," vibratetl through the adjoining wood, and was heard for many miles around. Tlie harmony of the day was uninterrupted, anil the evening Mas closed with a beautifid display of fire-works. ^LvRLOw. — ^The Jubilee was celebrated with every demonstration of joy : the morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells and a display of colours.— Col. Sir W. Clayton, with the Dcsborough squ'adron of IJucks Yeomanry, attended divine service, when an excellent and appropriate sermon was preached by the Rev. Mr. Hicks, the vicar, to a numerous congregation. /Vfter divine service the Yeomanry fired a Fch dejoie. The inhabitants subscribed upwards of IJO/. which enabled the Committee appointed, to regale '■1X35 poor persons with a pound of good meat, a half- quartern loaf, and plenty oV good strong beer each ; the poor in the workhouse, on the same joyful occasion, were supplied \\\x\\ a good meat dinner, phim-])udding, and plenty of strong beer. A large party of the town, ami neighbouring gentlcinen, dined at the Town-hall, where a number of loyal songs were sung, and ap])ropriate toasts drank, antl the e\ening concluded with the utmost conviviality. 28 Olnev. — A public subscription enabled a committee to distribute to every man, woman, and cliild, wliu would accept it, one pound ot" beet' or mutton, and a ball- quartern loaf, which were most gratefully received by upwards of 1350 persons. A cow and ten sheep were also given away on the occasion. Stony Stratford. — A collection was made throughout the town, and likewise at the church-door after divine service, which enabled the parishioners to distribute one shilling to every man, woman, and child, in the town, who thought proper to accept the same ; and the surplus of the collection was reserved till a future time, to be applied in the most beneficial manner. An excellent dinner was provided at the Coc k Inn, where harmony and conviviality prevailed ; and the day was spent with every demonstration of joy. Unton-cum-Chalvey. — The inhabitants of this parish subscribed a sum amply sufficient to provide upwards of 500 of the poor with a quartern loaf and a pound of meat each, and plenty of strong beer, as additional means of rejoicing on the 25th. CAMBRIDGESHIRE. Cambridge. — In the morning divine service was read, and discourses appropri- ate to the occasion preached in the different churches ; very numerous congregations assembled to return solemn thanks for the blessings continued to the King and the people during a reign unexampled in the history of nations for the dangers with which the country has been threatened, but Mhich have been averted by the wisdom be- stowed upon its councils, and the courage with which its troops have been inspired. I\Iany of the principal persons of the county (among ^\ bom was his Excellency the Earl of Ilardwicke) had an elegant eutertainment at the Rose Tavern ; the members of the university celebrated the day in their respective college halls ; «4id the J\Iayor and Corporation dined together upon the occasion. The JNIaster and^ellows of Emanuel college entertained 200 inhabitants of the parisli of St. Andrew, Avith a plentiful dinner of good beef and plum-pudding, the college ale being delivered out without limitation. The whole went off with much spirit, and this large party, after drinking; the King's health with three times three, and sinoino- " God save the Kmg in full chorus, retired in the greatest good humour, highly gratified by the hospitality with which they had been received. The other colleges gave entertain- ments to the poor of the different parishes, and the subscriptions on the occasion amounted to such a large sum, that a great number of poor families had money dis- tributed amongst them also. The servants of the colleges were liberally entertained by the Masters and Fellows of the respective societies. Nearly 200 boys of the Lancastrian School were regaled with beef and plum-pudding in their school-room. Some of the governors, amongst whom was the Vice-Chancellor of the University, 29 attended on the occasion ; and the little follows drank the King's health -with loud and repeated huzzas. There was not a poor family in the place who did not partake of the liberality of the higher order of persons on this happy occasion. The North Lincoln Militia attended divine service in the morning at St. INIary's Church, and in the afternoon fired three volleys in the great court of Trinity College, the band playing " God save the King" between each volley, and all joining in three cheers as a mark of their loyalty. The men were then regaled with plenty of ale, and the otificers afterMards dined with tlie members of the college. In the evening the band of the regiment paraded the streets, playing many loyal tunes, and the populace at- tended, singing '' God save the King," " Rule Britannia," kc. and testifying their joy by frc(|uent cheers. The Masters and Seniors of Trinity College unanimously voted and transmitted a donation of 50 guineas to the British and Foreign Bible So- ciety, for the purpose of diftusing the glad tidings of redemption. The day was concluded with that harmony and good order for Mhich Cambridge has ah\ ays been distinguished. Bluxtisiiam. — In the parish of Bluntisham with Earith, upwards of forty gui- neas were subscribed and distributed to 150 poor families in coals, meat, and Hour. Chevei.kv Park was a scene of joy and festivity in honour of the day. The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and at twelve o'clock, upwards of 000 of the surrounding poor assembled on the lawn fronting the dining parlour, wlierc the Duchess and Dowager Duchess of Rutland, and several persons of distinction, were collected to witness the distribution of the donations \yhich the liberality of her Grace had provided. Shortly afterwards the ladies Charlotte and Elizabeth Manners came out of the grand entrance-door, followed by servants loaded with clothing of every description, and bed linen, which was distributed to every one, by order of her Grace. After the generous donation, they repaired to anotlier ])art of the lawn, M here tables were set out and covered witli tlie oUl Ihigiish fare, intcrmi.xcd with a great supjjly of all sorts of game. The happy nmltitude sat down, to the number of •)()(). During dinner they were enlivened by a party of liand-bell ringers, who ])laycd many loyal airs. The inside of this hospitable mansion v as filled Mith uj)- wards of 80 persons of rank and fashion, who had condescended to \ isit the com- jjany on the lawn. At four o'clock, they sat down to a most suni])tuous dinner. '1 hree elegant rooms were set out with tai)les for the occasion, and covered witli the richest gold plate. In the evening the house was most splendidly illuminated. Ely. — The officers of the Ely battalion of Local ^lilitia met in celebration of the Jubilee, and attended the cathedral, with the staff on permanent pay. 'ihe non- commissioned ofViccrs fired three volleys in tlie Market-place, after which they (to- gether with the band, in all about 70) were provided w itli an excellent dinner at the Lamb and Red Lion Inns, by Lieut. -Col. Brackenbury. The olficers and the gentle- men of the place dined together at the Red Lion, and spent the day in tlie utmost conviviality. There was a concert in the evening. It was a most gratifying sight To observe in several respectable families iio, 30, 50, and upwards, of their poor r so neighbo\irs, with their children, sit down to a comfortable dinner, and afterwards regaled with good honie-brcwed ale, to drink the health of their excellent sovereign. Nkwmarket. — Mrs. Panton gave a dinner to nearly 100 of the poor in the town and vicinity, together with the tenants attiiched to her estate. The tables were spread upon the lawn before the honse ; at one o'clock they Avere covered with roast beef and plum-pudding, and a plentiful supply of ale. WiMPOLE. — The Earl of Hardwicke gave a very handsome entertainment to the labourers and other inhabitants of Wimpole and the adjoining parishes. A bullock and six slieep, with a proportionate (luantity of bread and ale. Mere distributed at Wimpole }louse ; the number of those who partook of his Lordship's liberality amounted to about GOO. Wisbech. — The day was celebrated with loyalty and beneficence. The officers of the AVisbech battalion of Local ]\Iilitia, attended by their band, and staff on per- manent pay, formed part of a numerous congregation at church, where an apjjropii- ate discourse was delivered by the vicar, from Psalm 78. v. 72. — Immediatelv after which a collection was made at the church doors for the purpose of enabling the widows, orphans, and attlictcd poor of the parisli, to participate in the general joy. — Three excellent volleys were fired by the non-connnissioned officers of the Local Militia. In the afternoon Col. Watson, with his brother otficers and the gen- tlemen of the town, assembled at the White Hart Inn, to drink the long continuance of life and glory to our beloved sovereign; when several loyal and patriotic toasts were given, and the dav was spent with honourable exultation and rational festivity. The evening concluded with a ball, which was graced by all the beauty and respect- ability of the town and neighbourhood. An interesting spectacle was presented on Col. Watson's lawn, in the pleasing appearance of all the boys and girls of the charity schools, who were regaled by the Colonel with cake and wine; and, being united with the choir belonging to the church, joined in an anthem of praise to Divine Providence for vouchsafing to continue to us a life so justly dear as that of our re- vered monarch, concluding with " God save the King." Nor were the poor men, women, and children in the workhouse forgotten, for their hearts were cheered on this happy occasion, by the liberality of the same benevolent individual. CHESHIRE. Chester. — The .Tuljilee was celebrateil with a degree of magnificence of show, and cordiality of character, never before witnessed. The morning M'as ushered in with peals of bells from all the churches; the shops were closely shut, and early preparation was made by all ranks for the approaching festivity. An ox, the gift of 31 John Kg-erton, Esq. of Oulton Park, (one of the memljcrs for the city) which had been shuightered for the purpose of being roasted whole, was paraded on the pre- ceding- evening ready spitted, with horns and tail gilt, decorated with ribbons, and attended by a band of music, and the colours of the several clubs of the city. Behind the ox, on the same carriage, rode the butcher, with knife drawn ; thus the proces- sion proceeded to the Power Field, near the walls of the city, where a building was erected for the j)urposc of roasting. The fire was lighted at two, and the ox put down at eight on the Tuesday evening; by twelve o'clock the next day it was as well and as regularly roasted as any joint of meat could have been done by the most experienced cook. It was then taken down and the body carved up in great stvle, and di^■ided in smoking portions, to the multitude, at the same time that four hogs- heads of excellent old !)eer were also distriinited among them. But the liberality of Mr. Kgerton did not stop here; he ordered a sum of money to be given to all the poor prisoners in the city and county gaol, that they might regale themselves witli a good dinner, and a c[uart of ale each on the joyful occasion. He likewise caused bread, meat, and ale to be plentifully distributed throughout the neighbourhood of his seat at Oulton. — Mr. Harrison, the architect, proposed to erect, by subscrip- tion, a column, in one block of stone, 40 feet high, and the whole height, including the basement and termination, to be 56 feet, in some proper situation within the walls of the city. A stone of this magnitude, it is conjectured, has not been taken from the ([uarry, and raised upon its pedestal, since the dissolution of the Roman l'-mj)ire ; such a memorial, dedicated through the generosity and gratitude of the people oi' this city and county, to the public and private virtues of a prince, prac- tised during a reign of half a century, will be highly honourable to themselves and the nation, as well as grateful to the sovereign, and will no doubt be the pride of their descendants, so long as time shall leave it an ornament to the capital of the county. Bebington. — A numerous congregation attended divine service, and heard a most excellent sermon preached by the Rev. R. Jackson, whose hospitality to his parishioners was unbounded ; .50 of whom, and upwards of 50 children, sat down to an elegant dinner with their worthy rector ; and the day was spent with that hilarity, which evinces the loyalty of all ranks to the best of sovereigns. Eastham. — Lady Smith Burgess gave an ox, coals, and ale, to her tenants, at Eastham, and Havering Bower. Knutsford. — The celebration of the accession of our good and virtuous King to the 50th year of his prosperous and happy reign, commenced with a joyous peal on the bells. The flag presented to the town by their ever to be lamented patriotic, loyal, and charitable townswomau. Lady Jane Stanley, to be used upon all occasions of rejoicing, was placed upon the top of the steeple, and the streets were all cleaned and sanded into various appropriate mottos, a custom peculiar to Knutsford : at nine o'clock, the cavalry and intantry began to assemble, and marched to church, pre- ceded by the Sunday School scholars ; an excellent sermou was preached 1>\ then 32 new vicar, the Rev. Harry Grey; with the anthem of " God save the King," sung by Captain Leech. — After divine service, tlie mihtary were reviewed upon the race ground by Lieut. -Col. Sir John F. Leicester, Bart, and retired to the ditt'erent pubhc inns, where (hnners were provided for them. At the George and Angel Inns large parties of the officers and gentlemen dined ; many patriotic songs w ere sung, and toasts drank. At seven o'clock a grand display of fne-works was let off by Charles Cholinondeley, Es([. the band of the Volunteer corps playing " God save tl)e King" the whole time ; after which a very large bonfire was lighted on the race ground, and around were to be seen, in all directions, scenes of ha])py groups dancing hands round. At nine o'clock, the Volunteers at the door of Major \\'right, sung " God .save the King," and cheered that worthy officer with loud and hearty huzzas. Af- terwards there was an elegant and well attended ball at the George Inn. A liberal subscription was made for the poorer inhabitants, who enjoyed and partook of the festivities of the day ; to each man, woman, and child 2lbs. of prime beef were given, besides a quart of good ale to every man, and a pint to every woman. ]\f ACCLESFiELD. — The morning Avas ushered in by the ringing of bells ; the .shops were shut, and the inhabitants assembled in large congregations at both churches, where lo)'al and appropriate sermons were preached by the respective Ministers. At twelve o'clock a troop of the 7th Dragoon Guards, and a party of the Royal Cheshire Local Militia, fired three volleys; who as well as all those on the recruiting service were furnished with money to enable them to drink his Ma- jesty's health. — At one o'clock upwards of 1000 poor persons assembled to dine at different inns, where they were plentifully regaled (by subscription) with roast beef, plum-pudding, and ale. A surplus of nearly 50/. remaining after the expences of the day were defrayed, it Aras appropriated to the purpose of buying blankets for poor indigent families. After dinner all parted in good order and good humour, blessing the King and the donors. — 200 poor orplian children dined in the Sunday School, whose decent appearance did great credit to those Vvho have the care of them. Many select parties were fonned at the inns, as well as private houses, to commemorate the joyous event, and the festivities of the day concluded by a public ball at the Motel. The following address (printed at the expeuce of a very active and intelligent Magistrate, Cliarles Wood, Esq. to whose zeal and ))ublic services the town of ]\Iacclesfield is under indelible obligation) was read aloud at the respective tables, and upwards of 1000 copies of it distributed among the people : — yl/i Address to those Persons tvIio partake of the Jubilee Dinner, in Macclesjicld ; October ^5, 1809. Friends and Neighbours, — I most cordially congratulate you on the pleasing event which has brought votf together, and on the benevolence and patriotism of the gentlemen of the town, who contrived, and have now so liberallv patronised, the design of enabhiig vou to partake with them in the general joy. What country in Europe, besides our own, can boast of such an interesting scene as this, where the people of every rank and degree are celebrating the longevity and virtues of one of the best Kings that ever swayed a sceptre? A King, who is the father of his people, and whose highest pleasure and gratification consist in seeing his subjects virtuous and happy ; but whose lot, in common with our own, it has been to live at a period, and in a day, pregnant with events of ■uncommon interest and magnitude. Perha|)s some of you will understand me better when 1 33 say, it his been his forluue antl ours to live in very troublesome times, though thu eviU we have known have been but trifling and partial, wlieii compared wiili those of other nations. We ha\e heard of the horriiis and de- vastation that war has made ; we have heard the sound of the trumpet calling our brave sons to the defence of their country ; but our eyes have not seen their swords bathed in blood ; we have lived in comparative peace and security. In almost every other country, we have seen Kings hurled from their thrones, and coastituted au- thorities (venerated and admired for arges) trodden under foot, desj^ised, and obliterated. And what have been the consequences of all this ? Has a greater share ol'huiuaa happiness fallen to the lot of those countries r 13y no means. iMiscry, distress, anarchy, confusion, and blood, have rapidly followed. And mcst of us remember the period, when the same dreadful evils awa:'?d and threatened us. Thanks to Divine Providence, and the wise counsels of that day, the efforts that were then made by wicked and designing men, at home and abroad, to intro- duce them into England, were happily tVustrated and confounded. And your meeting, this day, is a lively evi- dence, thai our country is still preserved amid the mighty wreck. May it continue to prosper, the envy and the admiration of surrounding nation.';, to the end of time! Should any ask, what are the advantages of this country above those of others ? I answer, they are many and various. To enumerate thera all is mcorapatible with my design. Suffice it to say, that our religion is Christianity, the last best gift of (jod to man. We have a national church, apostolic, orthodox, and evangelical in her doctrines; mild, pacific, and tolerant towards those who conscientiouslv dUsent from her. We have all the advantages of civil and religious liberty which a t^ood man c:in possibly wish for or desire. And here, too, there is more real goodne.'^', more beneficence, more liberality, more philanthropy, and charity, flowing from the benign principles of Christianity, thanin any other country upon the face of the globe. I rejoice that I was l/ont in such a country, and that it has been my lot to Ih-e in such a country. O happy, happy 1-lnghuid ! May heaven continue to thee " the blessings of peace and security, and restore concord and independence to the contending and bLeding nations !" — Would you .show gratitude to the Almighty, l)v whom Kings reign, for national mercies, and in what high estimation you I'.old the privileges of Britons? Evidence both by youv love of order, and obedience to the laws ; by fearing God, and honouring the King. AntI in this way, testify your afliiction and loyalty to your sovereign, and your love and attachment to vour native land. AN ENGLISHMAN OF THE OLD STAMP. PorxTOX. — The scat of Lord and Lady Bulkeley, large bonfires were made in the Park, which Mxre seen at an immense distance, at which sheep were roasted whole, and distributed, with bread and cheese, and two quarts of ale, to each of the colliers, labourers, and workmen, consisting of upwards of UOO, and during the festi- vity, two brass mortar-j/ieccs were fired fifty rounds, and some fire-works -displayed on a boat, in Poyuton water. S.vxDBACH. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells ; at ten o'clock the club and friendly society, and the Sunday school children, walked in procession to church, were an excellent sermon was preached by the Rev. R. L. Salmon, from the 4'2d chapter Lsuiah, and the beginning of lOth verse. A subscriptiqn was raised by the ladies of Sandbacli, and its vicinity, to supply beef, bread, potatoes, and ale, to the poor, which was distributed to 400 people, at the Free School, at tM'clvc o'clock. AttlireeVclock 119 people dined together at the George Inn, appropriate songs and toasts were given. — In the evening a sheep was roasted, and three barrels of ale given by the gentlemen to the populace. — -Fire-works closed the scene offes- tivitv." On Thursday morning sixty gallons of broth were sent to 100 poor families, and in the evening a ball was numerously attended, at the George. Stockport. — The day commenced by the firing of a royal salute, and the ring- ing of bells; after which the .lubilec v.'as proclaimed by the sound of the trtimpct. At nine o'clock, a considerable number of inhabitants of the town partook of an ele- gant public breakfast, at the \Varren Bulkeley Arras Inn, from whence they walked G 34 in procession, acconipanietl by several associated bodies, to St. IMary's Churcb, where a sermon was preached, and a collection made in aid of a subscription for the relief of debtors, confined in the county gaol. At St. Peter's there M'as religious service, and a collection made for tlie same purpose. From St. Mary's, the procession moved to the IMarkct Place, where a large bonfire had been previously lighted. Tlic Non- commissioned Officers of the Local Militia tlien fired a Ftu dt joie, and a discharge of fifty pieces of cannon commemorated this Anniversary of his Majesty's long reign. Here also " Long life to the King" was drank with enthusiasm, and the populace Avere regaled with a plentiful supply of roasted mutton, bread and cheese, in addi- tion to a copious libation of two-year-old October. — At two o'clock the sports for the amusement of the public commenced. In the evening there w as a grand display of fire-works. Every thing was conducted with order, and the populace deserve praise for the decorum and spirit of loyalty manifested throughout the whole. — Many gen- tlemen feasted their numerous companies of Avorkmen with the substantial dinner of old English times. CORNWALL. Laun'Ceston. — Immediately after midnight, a merry peal on the musical bells and the bells of the adjoining parishes, announced the approaching Jubilee. About nine o'clock, the inhabitants were given to understand, that the Mayor. Deputy Re- corder, and others belonging to the (.'orporatc Body, intended to meet at the town- hall, and proceed from thence in their robes to church. The procession w as admira- bly arrano'cd bv I\L-iior Roc, of the late Launceston Volunteers. — The inhabitants walked two and two, amounting in the whole to upwards of one thousand.- — All was order and rcirularitv. Jjoth the Te Detun and Jubilate Deo, were suno- bv the choir, with the Anthem oi' Ztu/ok- the Priest, and grand chorus of " God save the King." — An excellent discourse was delivered by the Rev. ]\Ir. Rowe, from 2d cliap. 1st Epis- tle to Timothy, v. 1, G, 3; the whole concluded with " God save the King." — The same order was preserved in returning from Church to the Guildhall, the band play- ing " God save the King;" and three times three finished the business of the morn- ing. — The ('orporation, A\ith about forty of the principal inhabitants, partook of an excellent dinner at the \\'hite Hart Inn, and about forty respectable inhabitants at the King's Arms Inn. At both of which many loyal toasts were drank, and excel- lent loyal songs were sung. Eleven j)ublic-houses were opened for the other part of the inhabitants, aufl they were entertained with a good dinner, &c. which was pro- vided for by a subscription of near one hundred pounds, for that and other charitable purposes. Tlic evening v>'as spent in the ringing of bells, bonfires and fire-works. — The loyalty and good order of the public were truly praise-worthy ; each endeavour- ing to outvie the other, in showing their attachment to their beloved King and in- valuable Constitution. The ladies of Launceston and its vicinity gave a supper and 35 ball, on Thursday, at the White Hart, and King's Amis Inns. The greatest har- mony, decorum, and good order, reigned throughout the day among all ranks of people. BoDMix. — A liandsome subscription was made for the poor, to which Lord Dc Dunstanville contributed 20/. A numerous company supped at the King's Arms, and another at the Fountain, where an elegant transparency was exhibited, with a suitable motto. Cajiborxe. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and the " dulcet peal" served also as a signal for the assembling of the poor, for the ixdief of whom a very liberal subscription had been entered into. Above liOOlbs. of beef and 'JjOOlbs. of flour, were then distributed. The aged and those who were con- lined to the bed of sickness, were particularly attended to. The number thus rehevcd amounted to at least 700. Six guineas Avere then given to a i'ew poor women and chilchen, who had not partaken of the former distribution. Pleasure smiled in every countenance, and contentment seemed to dMcU in every heart. Morning service was performed at the church, where an excellent sermon from Timothy xi. ], '2, was delivered to a large congregation. An Anthem composed for tlie occasion, by Mr. Gribble, of Camborne, was sung to the tune of " God save tlie King." Another hymn, written for the day, was also sung. Public worship was fully attended at the respective Methodist chapels in the town and neighbourhood, where good and ap- propriate sermons were preached. The hills which surround the parish were illumi- nated with tar barrels, elevated on pole.$, which producetl a very pleasing appearance. C.VMELi'ORi). — The Mayor, Corporation and inhabitants of Camelford, united to celebrate the Jubilee with harmony and loyalty no where exceeded. The subscrip- tion, which was very liberal, was not confined to the Recorder, ]\Iayor and Alder- men ; the capital burgesses subscribed handsomely ; a line fat ox, with a (juantity of bread, &c. was distributed to the poor: a loyal address to the King was unani- mously voterl and signed by the inhabitants: an excellent sermon fiom the text, Fear God and homur the Ki/ig, was preached on the occasion by the Ucv. Mr. Hockin : a party of the North "Cornwall Local Militia, under Capt. Uosevear, lired three excellent volleys : the principal inhabitants dined together, and bumpered the King and his friends with heart-felt loyalty and patriotism : and bonliies and tire- works illuminated the nijrht. *&■ C.-VRYTHANicK. — At Carythanick, the seat of Peter Hill, Esq. the i\eighbouring poor and their families, were entertained. — H. C. Brewett, Esq. presented the Crowau miners with a fat ox, seven barrels of beer, and three sacks of flour, with raisins, itc. for making them figgy ])uddings. The same gentleman presented a consitlerable quantity of beef, with beer, &c. to the poor in the neighbourhood of Hayle foundery. CuBY. — Sir Thomas Dyke Ackland, in a very handsome manner, (in a Uttir to his tenants in the parish of Cuby,) expressed himself so convinced of the iittMcluiicnt 36 and loyalty of all Cornislimen to their Sovereign, that he requested that his name might be added to the list of subscribers, for the purpose of celebrating the day, at the same time mentioning his donation, which was immediately followed up ])y the farmers of Cuby, with such spirit and liberality, as will ever entitle them to rank amongst the most true and loyal of his Majesty's sulyects. The hearts of the poor of the parish were enlivened with a plentiful supply of mutton, bread, ojj1c. The merry dance was kept up in the Hall, till 10 o'clock, when a plentiful supper was served up, after which the company separated, all truly grateful for the noble man- ner in which they had been entertained by his Lordship. Penrith. — The day was kept here with the greatest solemnity. An excellent sermon was preached on the occasion by the Rev. Mr. Bewshcr : after divine ser- vice, the officers and non-commissioned officers, &c. belonging to the Loyal Local Penrith Militia, assembled in Sandgate, when 21 rounds were fired, IVom four brass field-pieces, and three excellent volleys by the non-commissioned officers. The officers belonging to the above corps adjourned to the New Crown Inn, where they partook of a most excellent dinner, — and the non-commissioned officers, &c. to the George Inn for the same purpose. The whole of the business was conducted with the greatest propriety. Whitehaven, &c. — The anniversary was celebrated at Whitehaven, M'ith every mark of respect and gratitude, llie flags were hoisted at all the usual places ; and a royal salute was fired by the Whitehaven Local INIilitia Artillery, amid loud huzzas. There were several dinner parties in the town : the paupers iu the poor-house were also plentifully regaled, and treated with money. Workington. — At Workington a most impressive and excellent sermon was preached by the Picv. Peter How, A. M. from the first Epistle General of Peter, 2d. chap. 17th v. After divine service, 240 poor persons received proportionate relief from the alms of the congregation, and also from a very liberal subscription raised by the inhabitants of the place. DERBYSHIRE. Derby.— On the Tuesday evening there was a Ball at the Old Assembly Room, very respectably attended by the commercial part of the town, who ushered in the day with dancing and other festivity. The 37th Regiment, commanded by Lieut.- Colonel Spread, the non-commissioned officers of the Local Militia, commanded by Colonel Pole, and the Derbyshire Gentlemen and Yeomanr}' Cavalry, commanded by- Major Sir Robert Wilmot, (in the absence of their Colonel Sir Henry Crewe,) assem- bled in the Market-place, and proceeded with the IMayor, Aldermen, and other Mem- bers of the Corporation, to All Saints church, where an excellent and appropriate dis- course from 1st Samuel, chap. x. verse 24, was delivered by the Rev. Charles Stead Hope, who in a very able and impressive manner pointed out the many invaluable blessings we have so long enjoyed under our beloved Monarch. After service the 45' above regiments were drawn up, and each fired three exceTlent volleys. The Corpo- rate body and a large party of Alilitary and other Gentlemen of the town and neigh- bourhood, sat down to dinner at the George Inn. There were various other public dinners in the town, very respectably attended, and the ball in the evening, for tlic benefit of the poor debtors, under the direction of Major Sir Robert Wilmot, and D. P. Coke, Esq. closed this glorious event so as to leave a lasting impression of the. loyalty and atfection of this town and neighbourhood to our most gracious Sove- reign. The prisoners in the county gaol were obliged to Charles Upton, Esq. the High Sheriff, for a very plentiful supply of roast beef, plum-pu.ihtrates of the county. The arcades of that extensive building were ornamented with laurels, interspersed in the evening with lights. 49 AsHBURTON. — The inhabitants vied with each other in liberality and rejoicings ; upwards of 150/. were subscribed, and more than 1700 poor persons received dona- tions of Ijcef, bread, and beer, whicli were distributed from a marquee pitched on the lawn of the vicarage. The Volunteers fired a /tw dc joie, and rural sports comnieuced for the amusement of the multitude : not less than oOOO persons were assembled in the grounds of tlie hospitable vicar. The gentlemen dined in the Old English stvle, on roast beef and plum-pudding; at night, firc-works were displaced, and a splendid ball took place at the Golden Lion, first opened on the occasion, which was crowded with beauty and fashion. A.xMixsTER. — A band of martial music, with a numerous choir, assembled on the church tower at break of day, and a full chorus of voices and instruments per- formed part of Ilandel's Coronation AntJicm, "God save the King, long live the Kiug, may the King live for ever." Tlie party then descended, and paraded through the principal streets, repeating the chorus, in which the inhabitants joined, and on its termination the bells rung out a merry p(?al. Divine service at the se\eral places of worship was fully attended, after which Major Bawdcn's two troops of lloyal Ea.st Devon Yeomanry Cavalry fired a /cm dc juie. The populace then retired to tlieir homes, to enjoy their dinner, two pounds of the finest beef having the preced- ing evening been distributed for every individual, to upwards of 1000 of the poor inhabitants, with an adc(|uate quantity of cider. Dinners were provided at the several Inns, and numerously attended. At the George Inn about fiO Gentlemen of tlie toMU and neighbourhood sat dow n to a most sumptuous entertainment; a fine turtle, presented by Sir William Pole, Hart, of Shute, and two haunciies, &c. of excellent venison, the gift of William Tucker, Esq. of Coryton, graced the table, 'i'he latter filled the chair; a number of most appropriate and loyal toasts were drank with enthusiastic pleasure, and some excellent songs suitable to the day were sung by several of the Gentlemen. Soon after eight o'clock the party retired, to accompany the ladies to see a brilliant display of fire-works, afterwards to the ball, where the merry dance was kept up by a numerous assembly till five in the morning. Be.vford. — The Church w as fully attended. 'Jhe I'ev. ^Ir. Knight delivered a verv appropriate discourse, after which he with several of the principal inhabitants assisted in the distribution of several sheep, (l)oiled and roasted,) and a quart of strong l)eer to each |)erson, to drink his Majesty's health. A subscription had been entered into by the parishioners, but before tlie celebration took place, a handsome donation from the Kight Hon. Lord Rolle was sent in aid of the fund, and another from Sir Thomas Dyke Acland, a young baronet, who has proved himself \\()i thy of the stock from wiiich he sjjrung. in a field adjoining the village, a large j)ile of wood had been collected, and with the aid of tar barrels, and other combustible matter, our inveterate enemy was burnt in efiigy, to the no small amusement of the populace; after which the Yeomanry retired to the Inn, where they drank of the cup of cheerfulness till a late hour. The utmost harmony prevailed, and each guest departed with regret, that a new-born day had put an end to their conviviality.^ it must not be omitted that the truly charitable Lady liulle was not unmindful of K 50 the approaching winter, and ordered a large qnantity of blankets, and other bedding, to be distributed amongst the poor, in this and several neighbouring parishes. Castle Hill, — ^The seat of Earl Fortescue, Lord Lieutenant of the county. After divine service, a plentiful dinner was given to all his Lordship's labourer; and their families, with the poor of the parish and its vicinity, on the terrace before the house ; and in the evening the Earl and Countess Fortescue, with their family, and a party of their friends, drank tea in the Castle, where a bonfire and fire-works were exhibited, and a large concourse of people entertained with strong beer. Dartmouth The day was ushered in by every demonstration of joy. The Mayor, Corporation, and principal inhabitants, walked in procession to Church, where an admirable sermon was preached on the occasion by the Rev. Caleb Rocket, to an immense congregation. From divine service, the Corporation, &c. proceeded to the Coffee-house, where a loyal address to his Majesty was signed by the most respectable characters in the neighbourhood. At three o'clock about 70 Gentlemen sat down to dinner at the Castle Inn. Li the course of the afternoon some excel- lent constitutional toasts and sentiments were drank. The dinner party having spent the day with the greatest conviviality, till about eight o'clock, adjourned to the ball-room, where the spirit of the day was kept up to a late hour next morning. Three royal salutes were fired from the fort, and the vessels in the harbour. At noon the Volunteers fired three volleys, and at night there was a display of fire- works on the New Ground. A general subscription was raised for the poor, to be laid out for their use in the approaching winter. The Corporation supplied every poor person with a dinner, and about 100 persons were regaled in the Rope Malk in the Old English style, with roast beef, plum-pudding, and strong beer, by Messrs. A. Hunt and Co. Dawlisii. — A handsome subscription was collected for the poor; and at Crewkerne, Chard, and Honiton, the festivals were kept with great liberality and spirit. Ilfracomb. — The morning was nshered in by the ringing of bells. At four o'clock an elegant dinner was served up at the Britannia; Mr. Locke presided; the King's health was drank with three times three ; and mirth and loyalty prevailed in an eminent degree. A vast number of poor people were relieved, by a liberal subscription. KiLLERTOx. — The .seat of Sir Thomas Dyke Acland, the High SheriflP of Devon, was marked with peculiar festivity. A subscription having been entered into by the gentlemen and farmers for the poor. Sir Thomas, with his accustomed liberality, gave in addition a handsome sum of money and a donation of twenty sheep. MouNT-EncicuMBK.- The revered and enchanting seat of Mount-Edgcumbe was a scene of festivity. — Early in the morning, the noble owner distributed a 51 large sum of money, and two oxen, to the poor of Maker, Milbrook, Kingsand, and Cawsand. At half-past five, a grand dinner was served up in the first style of elegance, to a numerous party from Cornwall and Devon. Oakhampton. — ^The Jubilee was celebrated here under the auspices of Mr. A. Savile, the Recorder, in a manner worthy of the occasion. The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells. The Corporation met, and voted an address to liis jNIajesty, and afterwards walked in procession to Church, M'ith their Member at their head, to hear an excellent sermon preached by the Rev. Mr. Hole, Otterv St. Marv. — ^I'he day was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and every demonstration of joy. A fund having been raised by the inhabitants, the poor, to the amount of upwards of IJOO, were supplied with beef, bread, and cider, with which they regaled tiicmsclves at their respective homes; besides which, sheep were roasted and distributed indiscriminately to the people. There was a grand dinner at the King's Arms, for the principal inhabitants. At the barracks, the South Devon Militia, after firing a.Jcu de joie, were, with their wives and chil- dren, entertained by their Colonel, Lord Rollc, with a good dinner, consisting of the substantial fare of English roast beef and plum-pudding, with a plentiful supply of cider, in the barrack-yard. The health of his Majesty was given with three times three, after which the band struck up, " (Jod save the King," which was sung with enthusiasm by the whole regiment, joined by a concourse of spectators. In the evening there was a splendid exhibition of fire-works; and the officers of the South Devon Militia gave a grand Ijall and supper at the barracks, which displayed an c.vtraordinary assemblage of beauty and elegance. Ottertox. — Lord Rolle gave to fifty parishes, wherein he has property, ten guineas each, besides cider ; at Littleham and Kxmouth, the gentlemen-farmers, and other inhabitants, added so large a sum, that upwards of 600 poor persons were amply fed on a most excellent dinner. The gentlemen and tradesmen dined at the (ilobe; and the most perfect order, good humour, and loyalty, were conspicuous throughout the day ; which concluded with a ball. Plymouth. — The day was observed here with every mark of loyalty and aftcc- tion. — The morning was ushere«l in with the ringing of bells, and the firing of fifty cannon. — 'i'he royal standard was hoisted at Government-House, on board the flag- ships, and the union flag at all the Public Oihces, on St. Andrew's Tower, and the (iuildhall. — At nine o'clock the Mayor, Reconler, Town Clerk, Aldermen, and Common Council, in their robes, attended by the freemen and iidiabitants, marched in procession to the first turnpike-gate on the New Road, wheie they met the JMembers of the Embankment Company, and formed in one line of march, on their way through the town, to St. Andrew's Church, where the procession were received with the Coronation Anthem ; 6"00 charity children, formed in rows round the altar, was a most gratifying sight.— A very excellent sermon was preached by the Rev. J. Gandy, A. M.— The pioccssion then returned to the (iuildhall, to sign a loyal 52 and affectionate address of congratulation to his Majesty ; a roasted ox was distri- buted to the populace ; and at four o'clock 120 gentlemen sat down to a sumptuous dinner in the Guildhall, where loyal and appropriate toasts were given, and many excellent and ^^'ell selected songs and glees sung. At eight o'clock, fire-works were exhibited. Tlie procession was the grandest and best conducted ever seen in the West of England. It is supposed there were nearly ,50,000 people assembled on the glorious occasion. A subscription of 200/. had been collected, and was distri- buted among 2000 poor people. Tifty pounds was collected and given to the poor, by tlie people of the Jewish persuasion. The different regiments of infantry assem- bled at three o'clock before Government House, and fired thiee volleys. The square of the First West York barracks was covered with tables, and a good dinner laid out for the wives and children of the men. The East Devon Militia also feasted their soldiers' families. The poor at the VV^ork-house, and the charity children at Plymouth-Dock, were feasted. The officers of the Royal Marines gave an enter- tainment to upwards of 500 women and children, the majority of whose husbands and fathers were at sea, fighting the battles of their country in almost every part of the world. At half-past one o'clock this numerous company sat down to a most excel- lent dinner of roast beef, plum-pudding, &:c. in the spacious drill room of the corps, at Stonehouse Barracks, after M'hich each individual w as regaled with a quart of eight-penny beer, and all departed highly gratified with the attention shown them by the officers. The women had finished the afternoon with a dance. The surplus of the roast beef and plum-pudding (which was immense) was distributed among the children to enjoy themselves with at home. At the same time, in honour of the day, Mrs. Strike, the sutler, gave to each marine at head-quarters, one quart of eight-penny beer, to drink his A'lajcsty's health, which was distributed on the square in front of the barracks, Major-General Bright taking the first glass, and drinking " health and long life to our most gracious sovereign;" the band during the whole time playing the national airs of " God save the King," and " Rule Britannia." Plymouth Dock. — Upwards of £50. Avorth of bread was distributed to the poor. At Stoke Church an excellent and impressive sermon was preached by the key. John Hawker. Saltram. — Lord Boringdon commemorated the joyful day, by distributing money among the poor of his parish of Saltram, in proportion to their several wants, and by regaling all his labourers with an excellent tlinner, and strong beer, at Sal- tram House; Stonehouse. — The principal inhabitants of the parish subscribed near 80/. (to which Lord Mount Edgcumbe added 10/.) for the relief of their necessitous pa- rishioners; which was distributed in bread, &c. to upwards of 500 poor people, la the evening, a large bonfire, and a display of fire works, took place. W^ooDBURY. — The merry Lells ushered in the morning; at eleven about 500 persons attended divine service at the parish church, where au excellent sermon 6S Afas preached by the Uev. John Edsall, and at the conclusion tlie whole congrega- tion joined in the song of "God save the King." The charity children, and chil- dren from three Sunday scliools, were provided with suitable entertainment. A liberal subscription, at the head of which stood the names of Lord IloUe, Lord Heathfield, ISLarchioness of Headfort, &c. &c. afforded an opportunity to distribute a quantity of beef, bread, cider, kc. to the poor of the parish. The following lines are inserted by particular request : — Most humbly addressed to the Queens most excellent Majesty, upon our most gracious Sovereigns entering into the Fiftieth Year of' his Reign. THE prayer was heard,* Britons attentive hear. Thy iSlonarch pray'd that he the Fiftieth Year Might happy reign o'er this high-favour'd Isle ; The prayer was heard, and Heaven in mercy sruil'd. The year of Jubilee is come, Loud acclamations speak the Nation's joy. Thus rich in goodness. King of kings. Thy gracious favours how divine ; Tlie blessings Britain this day sings. With brightest, noblest lustre shine. The year of Jubilee fulfil, Let Britain liail her Sov'rei"n still. Join all to bless this happy morn. Let plaudits sound from shore to shore: Swell, swell the trump and martial song. And bid the mighty cannon roar. The yi'ar of Jubilee we sing. And Britain hails her much-lov'd King. Exult with patriotic breast ; Let every free-born Briton pray That Britain's throne may long be blest. And George the sceptre sway. The year of Jubilee is come. Old Time records the Fiftieth Year. Near Fifty Years his scrpter'd hand Has lield the equal scales of power, And sliower'd blessings round tlie land, Thii' war and devastation lower. The year of Jubilee fullil. Let Britain hail her Sov'rcicii still. Our leader God, our songs pi-oclaim ; liach heart with throbbing valour glows;. We lift our banners in his name, Aiul march against our madd'nmg foe. J lie year of Jubilee fulfil. Let Britaiu hail her Sov'reign still. A ])eople's joy, a jiious King, \\ hat hostile realm can proudly boast? Then let each Briton loudly sing The triumphs of our sea-girl coast. 'J'lie \'ear of Jubilee fullil. Hail I Britons, hail! your mu(h-lov'd King. JANE WEBB. Pli/motith, 15th Octohtr, ISOP. • Mr. Mawman, at the Court held at the Guildhall by the Lord i\Iayor, said, that it was the praver of our most gracious King, that he might be permilled to enter tlie 30lh Year of his Kcign. DORSETSHIRE. Dorchestek. — The auspicious event was cclcl^rated here in the general manner, by ringing of bells, attending divine service, and in contributions for the poor. 54 iBnETsov. — Among the various acts of benevolence which marked the Jubilee, stands eminently conspicuous that of Joseph Daubeiiy, Esq. of Ibbetson. The whole of the poor of Ibbetson were made partakers of this Gentleman's liberality. Broad Winsor. — The propitious morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and flying colours. At eleven, the congregation, the largest that had been known for many years, assembled at the Church, where their behaviour was strik- ingly serious and devout. Divine service was performed, and an appropriate sermon preached by their exemplary Vicar, the Rev. Dr. Nott; who, anxious to diffuse and excite that spirit of loyalty which cannot be kept too much alive, relieved the poor, the aged, and infirm, entirely at his own expence. He invited the farmers, and respectable inhabitants, to a plentifid and hospitable dinner at the George Inn, Avhere upwards of 70 persons sat down to table ; and that all might have an addi- tional motive to bless the King, as the cause of their comforts and enjoyments, he concluded the evening by giving a ball to the younger people. The festivity of the day was unclouded ; every one present was animated with sentiments of loyalty, love, and veneration, towards their Sovereign, and gratitude to the Supreme Giver of all good, for having so long continued to them the blessings of his reign. IIiXTON St. 'Geor<::e. — Ead Poulett gave a fat ox and eight sheep, with 150 loaves. Every poor person in the village oi Hinton St. George received about 61b. of meat, a loaf, 60 lb. of potatoes, and a gallon of cider. All the persons in his Lordship's employ were regaled with an excellent dinner. A triumphal arch, deco- rated with laurel, and inscrrbe- there was a disidav of lire-works. Stock House.— The Rev. V. 11. Yeatman liberallv treated the neiirhhouriug poor. Here the dav of rational festivit}' was concluded by an inuueui-e boniire. Wey.moutk. — Weymouth was on this day a scene of the most general festivity, and besides exhibiting the same tokens of joy, as those iu)tice(l' at other places, was distinguished bv the novelty of laying the foundation of a peilestal for erecting a statue of his Majesty, which was done in due Masonic order. At eleven her Uoyal Highness the Pincess Mary, and the Uuke of Cambridge, attended by Sir Harry Purrard Xeale, Cien. (larth, Lady G. Murray, and the blisses Murray, attended divine service, preceileil by the Mayor and Corporation, and the diti'erent l^ublic Podies, and Masonic Lodge, assembled together to form the procession to lay the foundation stone of a Pedestal for erecting a Statue of his Majesty on, as a memento to future ages of our august Monarch. On the procession arriving at the spot fixed on for laying the stone, at the entrance of the town, the military formed a s([iKire. in the centre of which the carriages of the Nobility were drawn up. A car|)etcd platform was fitted up in the most convenient situation for the accommodation of his Uoyal Highness the Uuke of Cambridge, the Princess Mary, and their attendants. The ceremony of laying the stone in dite form commenced about 56 two o'clock, and notwithstanding the immense concourse of people that were assembled together from all parts of the country, it was conducted with a degree of solemnity and silence highly becoming. After the usual forms had been gone through, the three Sojourners of the Royal Arch Procession moved forwards M'ith the silver vessels, containing corn, wine, and oil, each strewing the contents on the surface of it, the Master Mason repeating the following ejaculations : — " May the bountiful hand of Heaven supply with abundance of wine, and oil, and all the other necessaries of life, this my native town." The inscription was then handed over by the Master to the Royal Party for inspection, on which was engraven : — " This foundation stone of a Pedestal, on which a Statue of his Majesty is to be erected, Avas laid Oct. 25, 1809, (being the day on which his Majesty entered the 50th year of his reign), by J. H. Browne, Esq. Master INIason of AH Souls' Lodge, No. 226", in Masonic order, the Brethren attending in due form, in the presence of their Royal liiglmesscs the Duke of Cambridge and Princess Mary." After the stone was laid, and the inscription fixed, the IMaster finished his work by delivering a speech to the following effect, in a very impressive manner : — '' As we have now laid this Foundation Stone, may the Grand Architect of the Universe, of his kind Providence, enable us to carry on and finish the work we have now begun. May he still be the protector of our most gracious Sovereign, whose Statue we are about to erect, and may he preserve it from decay and ruin to the latest posterity." The ceremony being finished, three times three cheers were vociferated by the multi- tude in a strain of loyalty and exultation that re-echoed from all parts of the Espla- nade, and very visibly affected the feelings of the Royal Party. — The procession then returned to the Guildhall M'ith the same regularity, when the different societies separated. Lord Eardley joined the All Souls' Lodge, and with his usual liberality made a voluntary gift of 100 guineas, for the relief of his suffering countrymen in France. The different Lodges returned to the King's Head and Red Lion, and dined together in their usual perfect harmony, enjoying the pleasing refiection of having previously contributed with their fellow townsmen to the comfort of 1500 men, women, and children, by providing them a dinner at their own houses, in the following proportions : heads of families, 2 lb. of beef, half a quartern loaf, and a qukrt of ale each; children seven years old and upwards, half a quartern loaf, lib. of beef, and a pint of ale each; younger children, half a quartern loaf, and half a pound of beef each ; and the poor in the Alms-Houscs regaled with a quart of ale each. On the approach of night, the Royal Sovereign yacht was most brilliantly illuminated with an immense number of lamps, forming a triangular blaze, and the Royal Barge was anchored opposite the Palace, bearing a well executed transpa- rency, with the inscription, " ^lay the King live for ever," in a wreath of the rose, shamrock, and thistle, suspended by an angel. The evening concluded with a town ball at Harvey's Rooms, (at which upwards of 100 persons were present), and a most brilliant display of fire-works on the water, opposite the Palace, presented on the occasion by Sir John Johnstone, Bart, as well as a most liberal subscrip- tion to the poor. 57 DURHAM. The Jubilee was celebrated throughout the county of Diuhani, with that pure loyalty and liberality of sentiment, which reflect lasting honour on its inhabitants ; the affluent contributing towards the relief and comforts of the poor, who partook, largely in the general festivity. In the city of Durham, divine service was ]jer- formcd in all tlie Churches and Chapels. The ]\Iayor, Corporation, Volunteers, and Blue Coat Scholars, attended the Cathedral, where a sermon was preached by the Rev. Dr. Price, from Psalm 21, v. 7. The fraternity of Free Masons walked in procession to St. Giles's (!hurch, where an excellent discourse was delivered Ijy the Rev. Mr. IJlacket. At ten o'clock the Volunteers tired three volleys in the Market- place, followed by three times three, the band playing " God save the King." Tlic Dean and Chapter voted 100/. towards the relief of insolvent debtors. Ai)Ove 100/. subscnbed by the inhabitants, was distributed to tlic poor. 'I'he Rev. Mr. Bouyer gave an excellent dinner to the Boys of the School, founded on the plan of Dr. l!ell, and a proper portion of stout ale to drink his Majesty's healtli. An additional quantity of beef and bread M-as allowed to the Paupers in the Workhouses. 'J'. Wilkinson, Esq. of Oswald House, gave lialf a crown each to 77 poor parishioners of St. Oswald. The Mayor and a large party dined at the City Tavern, where the conviviality of the day was enlivened by many loyal and patriotic toasts and songs. The P'ree Masons dined at the Hat and Feathers Inn, their worthy Master, A. Logan, Esq. in the chair, and the day was spent in good luunour and festivitv. '1 he I'rce Gardeners dined together, and intended to have given a dinner to tiie poor in the Workhouse, but they had been anticipated by the generosity of the Overseers; they however sent each person a pint of porter, and a glass of spirits, to drink his -Ma- 'esty's health, and ordered them a dinner on Friday. There were several otlier dinner parties equally loyal and festive. In tlie evening a ball and supper were numerously and fashionably attended. There was a huge bonfire iu the Market- jCcald pna the day closed w ith the greatest harmony and trancpiiility. Bkunard Casti.f..— Lord Strathmore gave to the poor inhabitants 4f)'0 three- penny loaves, two fat beasts, and 4()0 luiits of ale. Stenton, (iibside, and Cilains Castle, partook likewise of his Lordshijjs bounty. Chester-le-Sti!EKT. — The Volunteers attended (!i\ inc ser\ice. and hcarti an appropriate and elocpiOnt discourse by the Kev . \V . Xcsficid, iVom I'rov. '2'2, v. 'J. After divine service tlie Volunteers fned nine volleys, and tlu-n rec-eived tluci- and a half barrels of ale, to drink his Majcstv "s healtli. .1 large party ot' (ieutlenieii dined at the White Hart Inn, where many appropriate toasts were given, and the «iay concluded in social festivity. L 58 Darli.vgton.— The inliabitants resolved to build a Dispensary, as the best and most permanent testimony of their loyalty and affection. At the head of the subscribers, towards building this lasting monument of compassion and benevolence, is George Allan, Esq. 50/. Harti.kpool.— A good substantial dinner was given by the principal inha- bitants to their poor neighbours, and half a crown each to 37 persons whose ages exceeded the Kinffs. Haughton. — At Ilaughton, a small village near Darlington, the inhabitants gave to the poor a Pic Nic Supper, each subscriber to this plan providing a large joint of meat, M'itli vegetables, a loaf of bread, and a pudding or pie, all ready dressed. Tiie bells were ringing the whole day, and the cottagers, when they returned from their daily labour, dressed themselves in their holiday clothes, and attended the singers, with musical instruments, belonging to the Church, to the top (it the tower, and there, with the true spirit of loyalty, joined in one chorus in the patriotic song of "God save the King.'* At the' conclusion of which they retired- to partake of the feast provided by their more affluent neighbours. The evening, being very fine, the happy group, exceeding 100 in number, were joined by the ladies and gentlemen of the place, and after having given three cheers at the door of each of their benefactors, they retired to their respective homes with grateful hearts. The young men and maidens were provided with music, and enjoyed the ciicerful dance to a late hour. A Sunday School was likewise established for the children on Dr. Bell's plan, which leaves no doubt of the benefit they will derive from the institution. riF.L:\rixoTox IIai.l. — The Rev. R. Spencer gave a plentiful dinner, in the true Old English style, to nearly 100 persons of his township; in the evening the inhabitants of Hunwick and lielmington joined in the merry dance, which was kept up with great spirit to a late hour, concluding the festivity with "God save the King." Ravf.xswortii.— Sir T. Liddel, Bart, gave a plentiful dinner to his tenants, and a number of poor inhabitants ; he distributed to each of the men a new jacket, and to tlic females a flannel petticoat. Shottox.- -The Rev. R. H. Brandling distributed a fat ox to the poor, — his tenants and neighbours were regaled with good cheer, at the Black Bull Inn. South Shields. — The Loyal Independent Armed Association, under the com- mand of Lieut. -Col. Bulmer, and the 1st South Shields Volunteers, commanded by Sir Cuthbert Heron, Bart, attended divine service. An excellent discourse was deli- vered by the Rev. W. Maugham, from 1st Peter, chap. 2. v. 17, " Fear God, honour the King." 'Ihe officers of the Association, the bench of Magistrates, and several other Gentlemen of the town and vicinity, dined with Lieut.-Col. Bulmer. The 59 oflicciT, of the Volunteers, and a large party of Gentlemen, dined at the Hop-pole Inn, where the day was spent in social harmony. Several charitable subscriptions were raised in honour of the day. Stockton. — The day was ushered in by ringing of bells. The Loyal Stockton Volunteers, the Brethren of the Lodge of Philanthropy, in Masonic order, and the Mayor and Corporation, attended divine service. An appropriate sermon was deli- vered by the llev. T. Baker, Vicar of Stockton. Afterwards the Volunteers fired s. feu dc joie. — The officers of the Corps, with the jNLayor, and several other (jentlc- nien, dined together at the Tom n Hall, — the day was spent in harmony and convi- vialit)'. A subscription was raised to give the j)oor a substantial dinner. In the evening there was a very respectable ball, which concluded the festivities of the day. Sunderland and Bishop We.armouth. — Early on Wednesday morning, the happy event was announced by the ringing of bells, and other demonstrations of joy, which continued during the whole day. The Sunderland Volunteer Infantry, under the command of Sir R. Milbanke, Bart, attended divine service at Bishop Wearmouth C'hurch, where an appropriate discourse was delivered by the learned and worthy Hector. The impression it excited will not readily be effaced from tiic re- collection of those who heard it. At four o'clock, above 70 Gentlemen dined together at the Bridge Inn: George Robinson, I'.sq. presided. The Kings health was (bank with that enthusiasm of loyalty which springs from tlie noblest feelings of English- men, and is the spontaneous emotion of love and affection towards their Sovereign; condjined with an ardent love of the countrv. Sir R. Milbanke and Col. Robinson spoke with great propriety. The Vice President, Cathbert Sharp, Esq. spoke nearly to the following effect. "Mr. President, I beg leave to propose 'The House of Brunsw ick, and tlic piinciples A\hich placed the House of Brunswick on the Throne of Great ]5ritain.' It will not I)e necessary for me to search the pages of history. to prove that the House of Brunswick has ahvays been the steady supporter ot the cause of liberty. — In the few remarks which I shall have the honour of offering to your notice, I shall confine my observations entirely to recent events. 'J he present state of civilized Europe becomes naturally a subject of consideration, at a moment like this ; but I will not M-ander through the disgusting annals of dui)licity anil bk)od, which have exalted to the throne of Prance a man, as singulaily markeil by fortune as by his crimes. — My remarks will be devoted to the Brunsuicks of modern days, and our attention is naturally directed to the gallant veteran, w ho at the head of the Prussian Army, was determined to stand or fall with his country,— he fell on the plains of Jena ! and with him fell the Prussian Monaichy ! — as liis life was honourable, so was his death glorious,— he did not survive his country. It will hardly be credited by posterity, that the tyrant who adds insult to conquest, refused to his disconsolate family, the last sad consolation of placing the ren\ains of this great man in the tond) of his ancestors ! But let us hope that I'.ternal .lustice does not sleep,-^that the day of retribution will come, and that tiie man who, in tlie jileni' tude of ephemeral power, tramples on every law, human, anfl divine, — who has tlekigcd suffering humanity in blood, will iecei\ e tlie reward ilue to his unparalieled 60 crimes and atrocity. During the present e'ampaign, we have seen with admiration another Brunswick, animated with the same noble spirit of patriotism, — determined to Hve or die with the hbertics of his country, — his efforts have proved unavaiUng, — but his example will live in the grateful recollection of posterity. Had all Germany been animated by the same principles which fired the soul of the Duke of Bruns- wick Oels, her citizens would no longer groan under the oppression of a military despot. The battle of Wagram, and the annistice which followed, rendered the situation of the Duke extremely critical. In the midst of difficulties and dangers, he surmounted and vanquished every obstacle, by that holy enthusiasm which the cause of libcrt}' alone inspires. He and his brave followers have found a home, in that land of Liberty, which is so firmly rooted in the hearts of the people, that it can never perish but with the dissolution of the British Empire. By an easy and grateful transition to the proudest feelings of Englishmen, I now proceed to the happy event which unites so many loyal and respectable subjects this day, to render homage to the virtues of a beloved Sovereign. When his JMajesty ascended the throne, one of his first Public Acts was to give additional security to the liberty of the subject, by rendering the Judges independent, and we all have the proud satis- faction of knowing and feeling that the meanest Peasant in the kingdom is as secure in his natural rights and civil liberties, as the most opulent and powerful Peer of the realm. His Majesty's first speech from the Throne has invariably been the rule of his conduct, during an eventful reign.— ' Born and educated in this ' country, I glory in the name of Briton, and the peculiar happiness of my life will * ever consist in promoting the prosperity of a people, Avhose loyalty and warm * affection to me 1 consider as the greatest and most permanent security of my ' throne.' — A throne fixed in the hearts and affections of the people, is fixed on the immutable principles of truth and justice, — and whilst we see around us, the once happy Nations of Europe deluged in the blood of their citizens, and groaning under the iron grasp of military despotism, Ave remain secure, — a beacon for the distressed, — a secure asylum for misfortune, — the happy seat of wealth, independence and commerce. In expressing my individual sentiments, I am fully confident that 1 only repeat the general \\'ish of this company, that wc may long enjoy under Divine Providence the government of a Patriotic King over the affections of a free, loyal, and united people." This speech, (of which we have only been able to give this rough sketch), was received with unbounded applause and acclamation. In the evening there was a very numerous and most respectable ball. It was truly gra- tifying to see so many lovely females assembled on such an occasion, to express their affectionate attachment to a beloved king, the father of his people. The -' mazy dance"' was continued with great glee to a late hour. To perpetuate the recollection of an event so dear to the feelings of Englishmen, liberal subscriptions were raised towards building a School of Industry, and for the relief of the British prisoners in France. The Overseers of the poor of Bishop Wearmouth distributed to upwards of 100 poor widows, 1 oz.of tea, a quarter of a jiound of sugar, and three penny-vvorth of bread each, and to those in the Poor House a plentiful dinner. Lady Milbanke, with her usual munificence, presented a gratuity to each private of the Sunderland V^olunteers, to drink his Majesty's Ivealth. 61 WvNVARD. — Sir H. V. Tempest, Bart, had a large ox roasted and distributed, with bread and beer, to nearly 400 of his neighbours. ESSEX. Chelmsford. — ^Thirty fine fat wether sheep, 540 quartern loaves, 600 half quartern ditto, 500 shillings, and 500 six-pences, for beer, were distril)uted to up- wards of 2000 persons. Meat, bread, and money, were also given to the debtors and felons in the gaol, and the prisoners in the house of correction w ere also plen- tifully provided for, by order of the Magistrates. The officers of the Royal West- moreland Militia entertained the wives and children of the men present with the regiment, with a most excellent dinner of roast beef and plum-pudding, together with a pint of ale, and a glass of spirits to each; and afterwards with" tea and a dance. A subscription from the Colonel, Major, and Adjutant, and the four officers in command of companies, was also made for the men of the regiment; with which the whole were regaled, and the day was spent with that festivity so proud an occasion demanded, and which it was the pride of British soldiers to commemorate. The whole of the officers dined together, and entertained a select party of friends. Bradiield. — By a very handsome subscription of the principal inhabitants of the parish, nearly 700 poor people received a liberal su])ply of bread, cheese, and strong beer, in which they participated with their families, and joined in the general rejoicings of the day. BuRES. — After attending divine service, 500 of the industrious inhabitants were entertained with an ample dinner of roast beef and plum-pudding, which was received with gratitude and satisfaction visible on every countenance. At the conclusion of this happy meal, "God save the King" was sung in full chorus, and this rural company broke up m ith hearts full of loyalty to their .Sovereign, and thankfulness to the donors of the feast. Meat, bread, and beer, were also distributed to 300 persons in Bures Hamlet. The INIinisterand principal inhabitants afterwards dined together at the Queen's Head Inn. Colchester. — The morning was ushered in with the ringing of bells, and all descriptions of people hastened to concur in the public observance of the day. At eleven o'clock the Mayor and Corporation Avalkcd in procession to St. Mary's church; the other places of public worship in the town were filled ; in all of which appro- priate discourses were delivered. A subscription of up^var(ls of 400/. including a donation of twenty guineas from each of the Members, had been previously ex])cntlcd in providing nearly 6000 poor, with a comfortable dinner. The brigade of Artil- lery fired a Koyal Salute, the troops in garrison a J\u de Joic, and the first East 62 Essex Cavalry three volleys in honour of tlie dny. A large and most respectable company, consisting of the Mayor and Corporation, R. li. Davis, Esq. one of the representatives for the P>orous;h, the Clergy, prineipal inhabitants of the town, and its immediate neighhourhood, tlie Officers of the fust East Essex Cavalry, and the Officers of the third Regiment of Essex Local Militia, dined at the Three Cups Inn, where, under the auspices of the chairman, John Round, Jun. Esq. various apposite and loyal toasts were given. "The King, the revered Sovereign of a free People," was drank with enthusiasm, amidst cheers of seven times seven, corresponding with the number of years his Majesty had so happily reigned over us ; the sentiment of " Long may our beloved Sovereign George the Tliird continue to reign over a free, loyal, happy, and undivided people," was also favourably received, and followed by the whole company, joining in the national air of " God save the King." The band of the third Regiment of Local Militia attended in the Orchestra, and per- formed several select pieces, in a pleasing style. Among other festivities of the day, Mr. A. F. Miller, Avith his accustomed liberality, distributed six puncheons of fine old beer among the populace. An ox of about twenty score, was roasted whole in Mr. Hawkins's timber-yard, of which his workmen, their wi\es and families, to the number of about 200, partook, with a plentiful supply of beer, &c. The evening concluded with a ball and supper at the White Hart Inn, M'hich was numerously and respectably attended. Great Dunmow. — The Jubilee Mas observed in this place, by distributing, to upwards of 1200 poor persons, meat, bread and beer. Harwich. — The day was ushered in by the ringing of bells, firing of guns, and colours flying. The Mayor antl Corporation met at the Guildhall, and proceeded to Church, where an appropriate sermon was preached by the Rev. Rev. W. Whinlield. A subscription was entered into, by which all the poor in the town were relieved. The poor in the Workhouse \vere regaled with a good dinner. The Volunteers attended divine service, and after ih'wg n Jen ik Joie, with the detachment of the York lying there, partook of a cold dinner in tents pitched on the lawn. There were dinners at all the places of public entertainment, which were numerously attended by the Mayor and Corporation, and respectable inhabitants. There were a ball and supper on Thursday evening. Lawford Place. — At Lawford Place, the residence of George Bridges, Esq,, upwards of 100 poor inhabitants of the parish were regaled with an excellent dinner of beef, mutton, and plain puddmgs, with a plentiful supply of beer. Manningtree. — LT^pwards of 600 lbs. of beef and mutton, 600 six-penny loaves, and 600 pints of strong beer, were distributed among the poor. A number of Gen- tlemen and respectable Tradesmen, partook of a well-served dinner at the Racquet Inn. After which, many loyal and constitutional toasts were given, and the day concluded with the utmost harmony and conviviality. • 63 MiSTLEv— The poor were supplied with bread, beef, beer, and coals, by the bounty of F. II. Rigby, Esq. the Rev. J. Watson, and other opulent inhabitants. RocHETTs. — Lord St. Vincent gave a grand entertainment, in honour of his Majesty's Accession, at his beautiful seat. The most princely munificence was displayed in the whole of the preparations. The fete consisted of a dinner, ball and supper. The Prince of Wales was expected at the former, but a sudden attack of the gout having prevented his Royal Highness from attending, Lord Lrskine apolo- gised. Previously to the arrival of the company, the front of the house, the lawn, the avenues leading to the latter, the lodge-gates, and a part of the wilderness, (or forest) on the outside of the park-wall, were brilliantly illuminated. It is supposed that 10,000 variegated lamps were u.sed by the King's lamplighter. Opposite the principal front of the mansion there is placed a noble conservafory, which was deco- rated with one immensely large transparency of the King's arms; and in an appro- priate situation, another of the Prince's plume. At the tup of each of the columns, or pillars at the lodge-entrances, appeared a variety of devices, and in the wood there were two vast anchors in coloured lamps, the latter served as linger posts to enable the coachmen to steei- cleer of shoals. The visitors entered the outer lialf, and thence proceeded to the inner one ; wherein their ears were delighted by duets, admirably executed on French liorns, by performers of acknowledged cele- brity. Proceeding up the grand staircase, tlie company were ushered by Lord ."it. V^incent himself into the principal drawing room, wherein the Countess was seated to receive them. About ten o'clock the dancing tommcnced in the ball room, which was fitted up with nmch taste; about thirty c'()U])le tript "on the light i'an- tastic toe." A supper, the most abundant and costly, about 150 persons partook of, at one o'clock in the morning. The ornamental decorations bore every mark of loyalty and judiciously-blended taste. It was about six o'clock before the |)arty broke up. The Ollicers of the Prince's Regiment, (the 10th), those belonging to the Duke of Cumberland's (1.5th), a i'cw attached to the Navy, and others of the Military quartered in the neighbourhood, were present. St. Oswyth. — The A'oluntcers, of which corps Frederic Nassau, Esq. is Colo- nel, had a handsome dinner, and every poor person in the parish, to tlie amount of 6"00, received two shillings each, from tlie liberal subscriptions of the inhabitantji, to which Mr. Nassau largely contributed. In the evening, Mrs. Nassau gave a ball and supper to the domestics and others, at which her two sons danced till three o'clock in the morning. WiTHAM. — A liberal subscription was raised in the town, to the amount of .05/. with which an allowance was made of 1 lb. of the best wether mutton, 1 lb. of bread, and six-pence in money, for the purchase of beer, to each poor inhabitant, old and young, to tlie numbt'i of near 1400. 64 GLOCESTERSHIRE. Glocester. — The festival was ushered in by the ringing of the bells at the different Churches ; the shops were kept closed ; and the places of divine worship exhibited crowded and attentive auditories. The Corporation, preceded by the bands of the city and the Local Militia, went to the Cathedral ; and were followed by the troop of Glocester Volunteer Cavalry, the Officers and troops of the Gar- rison, and the permanent staff Officers, non-commissioned Officers, &c. of the first Royal East Glocester Local Militia. A very excellent discourse was preached by the Rev. Dr. IMorgan ; and appropriate music was performed on the organ by Mr. Mutlow. After quitting the Church, the military formed in a line in the College Green, and gave three grand and distinct cheers in honour of the happy event. At half-past three, a large party sat down to dinner at the Kings Head, where Sir Berkeley William Guise, Bart, presided. A variety of apposite toasts were given, and many loyal and other songs added a zest to the entertainment, which continued to a late hour. The Glocester Volunteer Cavalry dined together at the L^pper George ; their Captain, Robert Morris, Esq. M. P. in the chair. The Officers of the 18th, and those of the staff', also dined at the George; and several other dinner parties were held at different Inns in the city. The ball in the evening, at the Bell, was numerously and respectably attended. The collections made in behalf of the poor, including 20/. from Captain Morris, and 20/. from his troop, amounted to upwards of 228/. This sum, with the profit of the ball tickets, (supposed to be SO/.) enabled the Committee, after deducting expences, to allow to more than 4700 deserving persons a shilling each. Roast and boiled beef, pudding and strong beer, were given to upwards of loo poor in the W'orkhous-e. The Conniiittee for cliari- table purposes in the county gaol, ordered a good dinner to be provided for all the prisoners confined therein ; in addition to which, the debtors received from Mrs. Zntwisle, of Cheltenham, a humane and most generous donation. Badminton. — The Duke of Beaufort commemorated the day by distributing meat, bread, potatoes, and beer, in sufficient quantiries, to upwards of 1200 poor persons, belonging to his parishes in Glocestershiie and Wilts, around his seat at Badminton. Berkeley. — In the towns of Berkeley, Dursley, &c. the poor Avere also ample partakers of the joyous festival. BiTTO.x.- — The Jubilee was celebrated in the parish of Bitton, by a very full attendance at the Chi.rch. More than 400 poor persons present received one 65 shilling each. The Gentlemen of the parish then proceeded in procession, attended by a numerous concourse of people, to an ancient barrow in a field. The ladies, S,'cntlenien, &c. having ascended to the top, a circle of more than '2()U children was first formed round the barrow, to each of whom was given a small plum cake or biscuit : then the men formed a circle, and his Majesty's health was drank, with full acclamation, in good English strong beer; a hogshead of which was placed upon the top of the barrow : 400 loaves of bread were then distributed. Bristol. — The grand national Jubilee was celebrated in this city, in a manner worthy of the occasion. The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells; by a display of tlags and standards from the steei)!es of the Churches ; the tops of the public buildings, and the masts of the shipping of all nations in the harbour. In the course of the morning, divine service was performed in the several Churches and Meeting-houses, where appropriate sermons were delivered to cro\\ (led congre- gations. The Mayor and Corporation attended divine service at the Mayor's Chapel, where an impressive discourse was delivered on the occasion, by the Rev. T. T. Biddulph. About nine o'clock the Volunteer corps of the city and neigh- bourhood assembled in Queen-sciuare, from whence they proceeded to ,St. Paul's Church, where an excellent and appropriate sermon was delivered by Dr. Sniall. After service the Doctor, attended by the Church-wardens, and the principal inha- bitants of his parish, proceeded to lay the foundation stone of an ()belisk, to be erected in the centre of Portland-square, as a memorial of his Majesty's happy reign. The senior Church-M-arden, carrying the large plate of brass, with an ap- propriate inscription, the junior Church-warden several coins of his Majesty s reign, and medals struck upon the occasion, in a napkin upon a gold plate, followed the Doctor, who |)laced them under the stone, which he struck with a mallet, in a true Masonic manner. lie then addressed the audience in nearly tiie following words : " Friends and fellow subjects. It has fallen to my lot to have the honour of laying the Foundation-Stone of an Obelisk, to be erected on this spot, by the voluntary contributions of the loyal inhabitants of this parish, in honour of the best ot Kings, and the father of his people, and as a memorial to future ages of the religious and moral virtues of our most gracious and venerable Sovereign Lord Cieorge the '1 bird; who, in the 7'Jd year of his\igc, conuncnces, (m this day, the M)th of his reign— a reign replete with anxiety, trouble, and difficulties, such as this Kingdom never before witnessed, and such "as nothing but his invincible fortitude, mild government, and paternal watchfulness, coiddhave surmounted. By these, under the blessmgs ot Almighty God, arc securccl to us that freedom and liberty, in the exercise of our civil and religious duties, which our forefathers purchased with their blood, and left to us as legacies ever to be valued — ever to be defended. May his virtuous example inUuence the conduct of his Royal Successors, and may we never want a descendant of the illustrious House of Brunswick to defend our pure religion, to protect our liberty, and to promote the safety, honour, and welfare ot the L nited Kingtlom of Great Britain and Ireland. Tins day, my friends, this memorable day, I shall ever esteem as one of the proudest of my life ; and while I cordially return to you, my worthy parishioners; gratefid thanks for the honour you have now con- M 66 ferred upon me, give me leave to express to these, our fellow citizens, M'ho nobly stand forth against a daring and implacable enemy, in defence of the manifold blessings we enjoy — in defence of every thing that is dear and valuable to us on earth — give me leave to express to them, the high sense we entertain of the honour they now do us, in giving a sanction to these our cflbrts, and, by their presence, stamping them with dignity and approbation." The ceremony was concluded by firing three volleys over the stone. After which the Volunteers marched to Queen Square, where, about two o'clock, they were joined by the garrison ; and the whole, being drawn up in order, fired a Jeu cle Joie in honour of the day. This was an- swered by a salute of fifty rounds from the Bristol Volunteer Artillery, stationed on Durdham Down. The Corporation gave 200 guineas, in augmentation of the sub- scriptions for the poor in the difi'erent parishes, and 2*. 6d. to each poor man and Woman in the city Alms-houses; a cake, a glass of vine, and a new six-pence, were distributed to each of the boys of the City School, and girls of the Red •maids' School. — They also ordered a pound of beef, bread, and potatoes, to each prisoner in Newgate, and a waggon load of coals to be distributed by the keeper amongst the persons under his care. In the Castle Precincts, the sum collected for the relief of the poor, and of the debtors in Newgate, amounted to 71/. 19*. 9cl. in- cluding 10/. received from the Corporation, and 11/. 1 1 5. 9urbs; never was a day of more festivity in the memory of the oldest inhabitant. Alresfoud. — The 50th Anniversary of his Majesty's accession to the Throne was most loyally conimcniorated, by ringing of bells, and other demonstrations of joy. The Volunteers asserrtblcd on their parade, and marched to church, to attend divine service ; afterwards they had a field day, and fired several excellent volleys. A handsome subscription of the ])riiicipal inhabitants supplied the poor, with a suitable proportion to each, of bread, meat, and strong beer, Avliich made them joyful and happy for the day. In the e\ening there was a Ball at the Swan Inn, which was well attended, and continued to a late hour. Andover. — In addition to every festive celebration of the day, upwards of 200/. was raised by subscription, and given in provisions and money to the poor. Basincstokf. — Not less than one thousand persons (comprehending the indi- gent of both sexes, and of all ages) were liberally treated with an amplitude of wholesome viands, accompanied with ten hogsheads of strong beer, at Lord Bol- ton's scat, at Hackwood.— I\lr. Chute, Col. Jervoise, Mr. Wither, Mr. Blackburn, Mr. Ilarwood, and other neighbouring gentlemen, emulated each other on the joy- ful occasion, in smiilar acts of liberality. The day was introduced by a ball and cold collation on tlic preceding night, at which all the neighbouring gentry were present. The religious service of the day was attended by the Mayor and Corpo- tion, the North Hants Cavalry, and Basingtoke Infantry; when an excellent ser- mon was preached by the Rev. i\Ir. Russell, curate of Basingstoke; a liberal sub- scription was raised for the indigent, and the day concluded with a public dinner, at the Town IJall, attended by the Mayor and Corporation, the North Hants Corps, and many of the neigh])ouring gentlemen, where the utmost harmony and festivity prevailed to a late hour. Beaulieu. — After divine service, the Duke of York's New Forest Volunteers fired three volleys, and w ere dismissed to make room for another display — not so gay, but gratifying to every one possessing a heart to feel — the sight of 600 happy human faces, round tables covered with well dres.sed beef, mutton, vegetables, and plum pudding, the gentry waiting on them, and rejoicing in their happiness. BuRGucLEKE. — The liberality of D. Chambers, Es(j. of Adbury House, was particularly distinguishable; to each of the poor in the parish of Burghclere a gal- lon loaf was distributed, and a raiment of the most useful kind, to each of the heads of families. Emsworth. — Very liberal subscriptions were entered into, and above 500 j)er- sons were provided with good English fare to perpetuate the day; and the inns had parties at dinner and supper, to celebrate the happy occasion. 72 Fareham. — The subscription enabled 1500 of the poor to be supphed with bread, meat, and beer. '^ Fawlev. — Andrew Berkeley Drummond, Esq. gave a fat ox, (above forty score weight), to the poor of the parish, which was roasted whole, on an eligible spot on Aslj Down. It was roasted by two o'clock in the afternoon of the 25th, when it was cut out and divided amongst the poor, at tables placed on the Down for the purpose, with 100 gallon loaves, antl si.\. hogsheads of good strong beer, raised by a subscription from the gentlemen of the neighbourhood. — The day concluded by singing " God save the King," in full chorus. GospoRT. — The inhabitants of Gosport and Alvcrstoke testified their loyalty and attachment to our beloved .Sovereign by every mark of respect anil public festi- vity. A very considerable subscription was raised, and the poor, to the extent of 3000 persons, were most liberally supplied with the best ox beef, bread, and beer. After attending divine service, the Gunners of the Gosport Volunteer Artillery Avere regaled with beer, &c. by their Officers and non-commissioned Officers ; and -tlie Gosport Battalion of Volunteer Infantry, consisting of four companies, dined in companies at four different taverns, at the expence of their Officers. A dinner was •given by some of the respectable tradesmen, in the Market-house, to several hundred px.M-sons, where the greatest order and regularity prevailed. There were also dinners ■at the principal Inns ; many convivial toasts, sentiments, and songs, which were ■written expressly Jbr the occasion, were given, and the day was enjoyed in the ut- most harmony and unanimity- In the evening there was a ball at the Crown, •attended by upwards of 100 of tlie most respectable inhabitants of Gosport and its vicinity. " God save the King" was sung in full cliorus. A sermon was preached hy tlie Rev. David Bogue, for the benefit of the poor. — The learned Preacher in an inipres.sivje discourse, considered his JNIajesty's pious example, and moral rectitude; liis daily devotions — his strict observance of the sabbath — the liberality of his reli- gious opinions — and his temperance ; as deserving the imitation of his audience, and of all classes of persons, and such as were uncommon traits in the character •of any King ! Hambledon. — The poor were regaled on the Jubilee day, by Admiral Sir Erasmus Go\\er. Upwards of 60 persons partook of his bounty Havant. — ^The day was ushered in by the ringing of bells; the shops were •shut, and divine service was performed at the Parish Church, wlierea numerous con- gregation attended. The sum of 94/. IQs. was subscribed, and expended in liberal donations of meat, bread, beer, and coals, to 814 poor persons. The inhabitants dined together at the Inns, where the health of our beloved Sovereign was drank with enthusiasm ; and in the evening the tower of the Church was illamiuatcd. HuRSLEY Lodge. — SirW. Heathcote distributed upwards of 100 pair of blan- kets, among his poor neighbours. 73 ^^'-'■. HuRSTBouftNE pATiK.-^-^Among the many festivities of the Jul)ilee, the Earl •of Port>nioutli gave a fine ox, beef, pUim-piuliling, and good strong beer, to the pn )r iidiabitants of liis Lordship's several adjoining Manors, to tlie ninnbcr of 1 ()()() persons, who enjoyed with ine\i)iessible delight tlieir excellent repast, and departed •^with repeated ex|)ressions of the most heartfelt loyalty to their beloved Sovereign, ^nd of grateful acknowledgement to their noble benefactor. Yi^[j(av97f; ■»■ • .'i 1'; -unri ^ ..Itched Abbas. — The vhole of the poor of the parisli of Itchen were regaled 'Hy 'k. R. Dottin, Esq. of Itchen Abbas Three sheep, stuffed with potatoes, were roasted whole; puddings, ale, and a tub of punch, were served to all the happy- villagers in great abundance, and a sum of money distributed to the poor females. The King's health was drank with three distinct cheers, and several other loyal and patriotic toasts. The festive day concluded by drinking the health of Lord Cath- cart, and his Majesty's 2d Regiment of Life Guards, in. which Mr. Dottin had the honour to serve several years.. y. •'. ALm'LEDURHAm House. — Michael Blount, Esq. entertained all his labourers, with their wives and families, with good old English cheer, and sent '2 lbs. and a halt of meat to every widow in the parish. — Mrs. Ijlount Avith her usual goodness, entertiiincd all the widows in the Almshouses. PoRTCHESTEU. — A liberal subscription was raised, and upwards of 300 poor people, of all ages, bountifully supplied with bread, meat, and_ beer. They had besides nine-pence each given. ''"^ ' PoKTSMOUTii. — The day was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and by fifty *^guns being discharged from the Platform battery. An approj riate and n.o.st ex- c*ellent sermon was preached in the parish Church, by the Rev. J. G. Russel, from the 50th Psalm, and I4th verse: the Church was fidly attended. After divine service at the ditl'event places of worship in both towns, collections were made; the amount of which being added to the united subscriptions of the town and Portsca, exceeded the sum of ^'500. The poor, to the nundjcr of from live to six thousand, were regaled, at their own houses, with beef, strong beer, and Ijread, from the above subscriptions and collections. The prisoners confined for debt in the County Gaol, and those in the Borough Gaol, M-ere released. And the County Hospital also had a handsome donation presented it, from the balance remaining in the hands of the Committee, for the laudable purposes of the Institution. The inmates of the Poorhouses, and Alms-houses, were regaled with roast beef, plum- puddings, and strong beer ; and the Portsmouth Institution for " Eilucaring anil clothing Poor Children," gave a similar dinner to the children of that charity. 'I'lie Militia Regiments, under the command of (Jen. Whethau), and the \'oIuntecrs in the Garrison, marched to South-Sea Beach, forming a very extended line. At one o'clock the Royal ^Villiam, Admiral Sir Roger Curtis's tiag-ship, commenced a salute of JO guns, which was a signal t'or every ship at the port to fire a salute of '.' I guns. The troop.s ou the beach tlica opened a fire oi' Jtu dc Joic, until they hutl exiKudtd s 74 fifteen rounds of ammunition ; the guns at Fort Monkton, South-Sea Castle, Block House Fort, Cumberland Fort, on the Portsea lines, and those on the Gosport Hues, were fired in succession, forming one of the grandest scenes ever exhibited. On the cessation of firing, the troops gave three cheers, and marched past the General. Most of the respectable inhabitants dined together in parties, either privately, or at the principal Inns, to celebrate the day. The principal inhabitants of Portsea dined at the Society Hall. The Jews had a grand dinner at their Vestry, having previously distributed meat, bread, and beer, to upwards of 200 necessitous persons. In the evening there was a most superb ball and supper at the Crown, given by the Officers of the Army and Navy, to the principal inhabitants of these towns, Gosport and neighbourhood. It was, indeed, a day entirely devoted to expressions of loyalty, festivity, respect, and affection to our most gracious and beloved King. Messrs. W. Burridge and Sons, of Portsmouth, distributed three-pence to each of the FrencJi prisoners confined on board the prison ships in tliat harbour, to the amount of 6715; and six-pence to each of the Danish prisoners, being 186. They had printed cards distributed, signifying that the donation was, " In consequence of the humanity shown by Marshal Mortier to the British sick and wounded, after the Battle of Talavera." Preston Candover. — The High Sheriff entertained, in a most liberal manner, upwards of 200 persons who live contiguous to his estate. Southampton. — At eight o'clock, ten cannons planted before the Custom- Ilouse, were fired live rounds, as an announcement of his Majesty's 50th Accession to the throne. Immediately after which the bells rang an admirable touch of 700 changes of grandsire trebles, composing 50 treble leads, being the number of years of the Anniversary. The flags were displayed on the usual places; the Volunteers mustered and went to Church ; the difl^'erent places of public worship were well attended, and appropriate discourses delivered. Three excellent feux de joie Avere fired by the Volunteers after service, drawn up before the Audit-House, where the Magistrates were convened. Bread was given to the poor the previous day, and continued daily, till the subscriptions were expended. Messrs. Taylors, builders, Evamy, saddler, and other opulent tradesmen, treated their journeymen to dinners, with plenty of suitable beverage. But the most remarkable treat was given by ]\Iessrs. R. and W. Saunders, brewers, in East-street, who distributed ten sheep, and supplied all comers, ad libitum, with good strong beer, from a tap in a large cask. Some fire-works concluded the evening, and no injury or complaint ensued. At Cadlands, a large fat ox, the gift of H. Drummond, Esq. was roasted whole, and given to the villages of Brumley, &c. with plenty of potatoes, bread, &c. and eight hogsheads of best stout, M'hich made them cheerful and happy. On the opposite side of the river, at the village of Weston, .Miss Short was not less remarkable for her bounty ; she had abundance of good English cheer, such as roast beef, &c. dressed at home, and tables spread on the lawn, where she superintended the joyous assemblage of the place. 75 SouTinrrrK. — The celebration at the neat little cot of William Sergeant, Esq. in this village, was not exceeded by any. — Mirth and rejiMcing on the occasion, was coupled with a liljcral donation ot" beef, plum-pudding, &e. to all the poor inhabitants of the village. After dnine service in the morning, the doors of the hospitable cot were thrown open, when about jO of the villagers entered, and were received by Mr. and Mrs. Sergeant with every mark of familiarity a«d attention. At twelve o'clock a table, spre..d in the hall, was covered with roast and boiled beef, mutton, plum-puddings, and suitable vegetables, with plenty of good old ale. At two o'clock, in an adjoining apartment, a handsome dinner, the good old fare of roast beef, and plum-puddings, with wines of the best quality, punch, &c. was prepared for the family, and a few friends in the neighbourhood ; who vied with each other in making it indeed a day of rejoicing.— After dinner, the ale was served round to the villagers, and grog, or wine, to those who preferred it. Songs and toasts went round in each apartment, and all AV'as joy and gladness. Soon as the day shut in, a most beautiful display of variegated lamps was e.xhibited in various parts of the garden and grounds, and G. 11. surmounted with a Crown, placed in a conspicuous situation, was very attractive. On these being exhibited, "God save the King,"' and" llule Britannia," were sung in great style, and chorussed by the Avhole company. A discharge of rockets, was the signal for the beginning of a display of fire-works. Never was a day spent in greater harmony and festivity. At eleven o'clock the whole of the company retired highly delighted, the villagers bestowing their blessings on the donor and his family for their kind hospitality. St. Mary Boorn.-^Fouv £at oxen were distributed to the poor, on the 3d, which would have been given on the Jubilee day, but that was prevented by the very liberal donation to upwards of 900 people, given by the Right Hon. the Earl of Portsmouth, at his Park at Down Hurtstbourn. Sherbourn St. John. — William Chute, Esq. entertained upwards of 400 of the inhabitants, with a dinner, consisting of old English roast beef, plum-puddiug, ami strong beer, at his seat the Vine. TiTCHFiELD. — The Loyal Titchfield Light Infantry assembled on parade, at ten o'clock, and marched to Church, where a most excellent and appropriate sermon was preached by the Rev. A. RadcliflFe, Vicar. The regiment fell in inmiediately after service was over, and marched with colours flying to the centre of the town, where they tired three times three volleys, with three cheers between each three volleys, and in which cheering they were most heartily joined by the loyal in- iiabitants of every description. IQ ISLE OF WIGHT. Newport. — The hour of midnight betwixt the 24th and 25th, was scarcely' past, when the inhabitants of the Borough were informed of it by " God save the King," in full chorus, sang through the streets. At dawn of day the bells rang their merriest peal ; and soon the streets were filled with cheerful countenances, in their gayest attire. The Corporation, with the Lodge of Free Masons, attended divine service, when an excellent sermon was preached by the Rev. P. Geary, and the Coronation Anthem was sung by a full choir. After divine service the whole congregation hastened to St. James's Square, where, in temporary booths, the poorer inhabitants, to the number of 1800 and upwards, sat down to an excellent dinner, provided for them by the subscriptions of their richer neighbours. — A committee of gentlemen presided. The dinner being over, his Majesty's health was drank, with three times three, by the whole party ; the Queen and Royal Family followed, and a more pleasing scene was never viewed. The different Gentlemen of the Island, and the Army and Navy there, dined together at the Sun Inn. About 200 sat down, at four o'clock, to a most svmiptuous dinner. — Lord Fitzharris, the Gover- nor of the Island, presided. It need scarcely be added, that "The King" was drank A\'ith enthusiasm ; that many other loyal and constitutional toasts were given, and that the utmost conviviality and good humour prevailed to a late hour. Captain Foquctt, and the Officers and Gentlemen of the Isle of Wight Yeomanry Cavalry, dined at the Bugle Inn ; and other parties at the different Inns. When the day shut in, the principal houses in the town were illuminated. The whole town ap- peared brilliant and handsome till the spectator reached Sir H. Worsley Holrnes's, when all was wonder and admiration at this apparently fairy palace. The Mayor released all the prisoners in confinement on trivial charges, and, through the bene- volence of the Corporation, those in gaol for small debts ; there was not a heart that dul not beat with joy throughout the whole town, nay island, as there was not a parish or place in which the poor were not relieved in some Avay or other. On the £6"th Sir II. Worsley Holmes entertained the Corporation of Newport, and a select party of friends at dinner, and in the evening there was a ball at the Sun Inn, which was attended by all the beauty and fashipn in the Island. Celebration of the Jubilee at the Army Depot. — Early in the morning divine service was performed, and a suitable discourse delivered by the Rev. Mr. Sneyd, Chaplain of the Garrison, on the quarter deck of the prison ship in Cowes Harbour, to the persons on board, including such of the prisoners whose offences could not admit of their receiving his Majesty's pardon. The impressive manner in which those unfortunate men were addressed, on this more than interesting occasion, had an evident effect on the minds of even the most hardened offenders ; 77 and there can be little doubt but a discourse so applicable in all its bearings to the individuals to whom it was directed, will be the means of converting many of them, so as to make them good soldiers, as well as good subjects, when rliey join the re- spective stations at which, in conseqxience of- their former irregularities, they have been destined to serve. At half past; dtveit, the whole of the garrison at Park- hurst Barracks was drawn out on the parade, and formed into a square, where the General in person, the Officers of the Staff, Military, Medical, and Civil, in their full uniforms, and all the attached Officers belonging to the Depot, attended and heard divine service read by the Garrison Chaplain; who afterwards delivered to them one of the most able discourses that perhaps ever was addressed to a military congregation. After divine service, the usual compliments being paid by the Officers to their Generals, a feu de joie adapted to the occa.sion was fired throughout -the whole line, the band immediately playing " God save the King;"" and the cere- mony was concluded by three cheers from the Officers and men, the General taking the lead. These clieers were given in a manner that showed they came from the heart, and were strongly indicative of that respect, affection, and loyalty towards the best of Sovereigns, and that regard for: the most inestimable of Constitutions, Mliich it is hoped will ever pervade the Blitisli Army. Each soldier, as well as each prisoner at the Ship, received one days pay; in; advance; and each soldier^ wife had one shilling, and each child six-pence, from a particular fund; out of which a suitable dinner was provided for the occasion, and which was conducted with a propriety and decorum that did credit to the establishment. Tiie General, and all the Staff Officers, afterwards dined with Lord Fitzharris and the Gentlemen of the Island, at the Sun Inn, Newport, where the utmost cordiality, and the most unbounded and repeated tests of loyalty and thankfulness for the occasion, distin- guished the day ; and in the evening the whole of the Barracks at Parkhurst, co- vering on an eminence (as it is well known) a most extensive space of ground, was brilliantly illuminated, so as to be observable from most parts of the Island ; while the Staff Officers residing in Newport, vied with each other which could present the most conspicuous testimony of their sense of the occasion. i>3j}n -louq l;:.-' ;. ^>-\'l>;0 U. (Oj-I oiiJ i^ i ■,<;:;•., Y->: b'jiiff vqq;; StEEPifrixL. — The Right Hon. 'Earl of Dysart berng at his Cottage. Stecphill, con the day of the Jubilee, it was celebrated with every demonstration of joy. His Lordship, with his usual beneficence, treated his labourers and dependants with a sumptuous dinner ; and to every poor family in the parishes of St. Lawrence and , Stecphill, was given twelve shillings. The same patriotic loyalty was shown by the Noble Earl, at his Seat, Ham House, in Surrey, where a most excellent dinner was given in his Lordship's magnificent avenue, and a liberal donation of ^'30. to the subscription for the poor, l^iicq tih to looq odl oJ zR'nuii-g naJ bslr^diiJeib (olo-i .j -.v3viaiciA .'; ^ r. Jzorn x; i>3)idifi/j j>a'i .Yd^iiisS .1 ^o I'ijb ■ >oc}Tr! 'I.; ud V .nod)iid') looq ^i .j^niaioin *jdJ fii ;>^Iii^^o( /o't b'*iMYOi<[ In'j/imtsli^im nu J);iff .aonaq/.o nv^o «'M Ml' j hi,). Ji-iH (louq ^aijj.'uioiius odl Una ,htjiuudi 78 ' rii'// It U:()(! 7 I' HEREFORDSHIRE, 'r "^ bo.,... . u Hekeford. — The celebration of the day, sacred to loyalty, was obserx'ed in this city with every demonstration of joy and attachment to our venerable Sovereign.. — At an early hour the bells rung a merry peal, and preparation Mas every where busy. The Mayor and Corporate Body, the Staifs of the three regiments of Local Militia, with Colonel Matthews and the officers of the different regiments, and Captain Parry's troop of Yeomanry, assembled, and, preceded by the trading companies, with their flags, the band, drums and fifes of the military, went in procession to the Cathedral, where a most excellent sermon was delivered by the Rev. Dr. Cope, one of the Canons Residentiary ; the whole again formed after Church, and proceeded to the Castle Green, where three volleys were fired by the staff of the 1st ^Regiment of Local Militia ; after which the procession moved to the Town Hall, Vhen the officers and a large number of gentlemen, with the Reverend Bishop, were regaled by the Mayor with cake and wine, and his Majesty's health drank. A pub- lic dinner was afterwards served up at a room belonging to the Corporation, and formerly part of the New Inn, to a large party, amongst whom were the Right -Rev. the Bishop of the Diocese, Col. Sir J. G. Cotterell, Bart. M. P. R. P. Scuda- more, Esq. M. P. Colonel Matthews, a great nimiber of the gentlemen of the city and neighbourhood, and most of the officers of the regiments of Local Militia. — In the evening a Ball took place at the Hotel, which was most numerously attended, ■^nd the festive dance did not cease till nearly five o'clock the next morning. The overplus, arising from the sale of tickets, after deducting the expences of the music, amounted to ^31. 10.?. 9d. which was distributed amongst the poor of the city. The Cavalry dined together at the Royal Oak. At the Green Dragon '233 poor aged men and women were regaled with a plentiful dinner, and their venerable and happy •appearance highly gratified a large number of gentlemen and ladies, who went to witness their repast. Allensmoor. — Edmund Pateshall, Esq. distributed mutton, bread, potatoes, 'and old cider, to about 300 of the neighbouring poor, assembled in his lawn at Al- 'lensmoor. : ■ ■ Almeley. — The Hon. A. Foley distributed ten guineas to the poor of the parish. Brockhampton, — The seat of J. Barneby, Esq. exhibited a most agreeable, mixture of benevolence and loyalty ; in the morning, 24 poor children, who are clothed and instructed at Mrs. B.'s own expence, had an entertainment provided for them ; in the afternoon Mr. B.'s numerous labourers, and the surrounding poor, were 79 regaled with soup, beef, and b^jer, added to which, each woman, received a loaf at he^ departure. FowNHOPE. — After a very impressive discourse from the Rev. J. W. Phillips, a collection was made in the chi^^clj^.^n^p.unting to ^IJ. \^s. lid. a|i4 immediately distributed to the poor. ' "' Garnons.-t-A splendid feast was given in celebration of the day, at Garnons, the seat of Sir J. G. Cottcrell, Bart, one of the Members for this County, to several thousands of the neighbouring peasantry. At five o'clock on the preceding evening, a large ox was set down to roast, in a temporary building erected for the purpose, with more than a bushel of potatoes in, his belly, which being ready by one o'clock on Wednesday, was distributed, with great quantities of plum-pudding, many other smaller articles of provisions, and five hogsheads of cider, among the crowd who assembled to partake of the bountiful and hospitable fare on the lawn, in front of the Mansion House; every room of which was at the same time full of guests, con- consisting of the principal tenantry and farmers of the neighbourhood, and their families; here the lively dance was kept up with great spirit. A tar-barrel, mounted on a May-pole, was set on fire, and the house brilliantly illuminated, and it was with reluctance the company separated at a late hour, most highly gratified with the obliging attentions and unbounded hospitality of their kin5 host and hostess, and their amiable family. HiNTON St. George. — Earl Poulett gave a fine ox and eight sheep, with 150 loaves of bread, to the poor in the village, and each received an allowance of 61b. of meat, a loaf, 6ulb. of potatoes, and a gallon of cider. Kington*. — The morning Mas ushered in by the ringing of the Church bells; near 300 poor persons assembled at the Market-House, where thev each received 3 lbs. of beef, a quartern loaf, and 4 lbs. of cheese, Avhich were distributed to them before breakfast ; they proceeded in a body to the Church, and in the evening were each regaled with a pint of beer. An elegant entertainment, with wines of the first quality, was provided at the Oxford-Arms, where a very numerous company sat down to dinner about live o'clock ; Dr. Thomas presided in the chair, w ho gave, "The King, God bless him, and long maybe reign over a free and united people !"" which was drank with three times three, amidst thunders of applause, that continued unabated for a considerable time : a great number of other loyal and con- stitutional toasts were drank, interspersed m ith man}- excellent songs. The har- mony of the company was kept up with great conviviality till a late hour. L.vNROTHAL. — Joscph Price, Esc}. of Monmouth, assembled all the poor of the parish, with the workmen and their families employed on his farm, to attend divine worship. After the service was over, they repaired to the Parsonage-Iloiise, where tables were laid for dinner. Near 120 persons, men, women, ancl children, were regaled with three sheep roasted, and potatoes, with copious libations of cider, iu 80 wliicfi beverage the fiealt'li of the Sovereiscri was dranlc Afitii siicTi zeal, as mane " tlie welkin resound." When the repast was iiuislied, Mr. Price gave to each of the children a Bible, Prayer Book, Testament, Sellon's Abridgement of the Holy Scrip- tures, and Mrs. Trimmer's Sunday School SpeUing-book. Afterwards, every indi- vidual in each family had a quartern loaf to take with them to their respective jjQj^gg_ ■ .ccq oflt 0} boll -ii-ih "Ledbury. — The inhabitants welcomed the "flrfy^Wjth'^very^ sign of loyalty and joy. The morning was spent in rejoicing, and in the evening a very numerous meeting of the inhabitants and neighbourhood sat down to an elegant entertain- ment, at which the Rev. Dr. Yate presided ; who, in addressing them, sketched the blessings we still enjoy contrasted with the' rest of Europe, delineated the per- sonal virtues of the Sovereign, and pointed Out the necessity of unanimity at the present crisis. - ' ■ ., ., . ,- , \\- ■'.''', ' lo Ui'. : I'.i .n.vr.J 3rU no 9ii:.i sioBJiqaoii hn.s iin!.!:u'. oriiiiq oJ b: Leominster.— The "Jubilee was hailed wftTi 'the ringing of bcils,'^hritl other demonstrations of joy, and at eleven o'clock the Bailiff and Corporation, with the Officers and Staff of the North Herefordshire Local Militia, and a large assemblage of the inhabitants, attended divine service, when a sermon Avas preached by the Rev. Jonathan Williams, A. M. A collection was afterwards made ^t the Church door, and a subscription, which amounted to upward? of ^45. for the benefit of the poor, and at one o'clock the Staff of the Militia fired three volleys. At three o'clock, a numerous party partook of a sumptuous dinner at the Red Lion Inn, after which many loyal and patriotic toasts were drank. In the afternoon there was a ball at the King's Arms Inn, where all the heauty and fashion of the town attended. In the evening some beautiful transparencies were exhibited. • ■ ■' LETTO>r.—.T.^ Freeman, Esq. gave money to 50 poor faniilics in the parishes of Letton and Winforton, to the amount of one shilling for each individual in every family. "*''' ^lu^ii ''Ma RCLE.— Between ,£60. and ,£70.. was raised by subscription. The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells,' and other demonstrations of joy. After the performance of the prayers ordered for the day, an appropriate and im- pressive sermon was delivered by'the Rev. Kyrlc Erule Money, to a very numerous congregation. From Church all the poor of this large parish, amounting to many hunclreds, retired to a neighbouring mole, or tump, and were plentifully fed with beef and cider, and music having been provided, danced with mirth and glee durino- the remainder of the day^^'^ -^iai,!-/ .,>.^ .;;. .> J... .- v"-' '"'^ ^Norton Canon.- -Col. Whitney gave two sheep, and bread, with a hogshead of cider, to the poor of this place. Stoke Lacy. — The Rev. Dr. Lilly, of Stoke Lacy, distributed a quantity of beef, mutton, and a si.x-penny loaf each, to the poor in his parish. 81 Ross. — A subscription produced nearly ^40. for benevolent uses. Early in the morning the bells announced the approaching festival. The children of the Charity Schools, after attending divine service, returned to their respective .School- rooms, where they partook of a plentiful dinucr of roast beef and plum-pudding. The inmates of the several Hospitals, after attendance at Church, were presented with a pecuniary donation ; and the poor of the Workhouse Mere supplied w itli a comfortable dinner and good ale. The overplus subscription monies were set apart, as the basis of a fund for the purchase of coals, to be sold to the poor at reduced prices during tiic following winter. Wkobley. — The day was kept in the most joyous manner, and upwards of 150 poor people were treated, by a general subscription, with an excellent dinner of roast bv^ef and plum-pudding; and a proportionate quantity of ale. HERTFORDSHIRE. IIkrtiohd. — The celebration commenced by merry peals on the bells of All Saints and St. Andrew's Churches. A large and respectable meeting of the Mayor, Corporation, and Inhabitants, took place at the Town-Hall, at ten o'clock, when a dutiful and loval address M-as unanimously voted. A more numerous congregation than was ever before known, attended divine service in All Saints' Church, where, in addition to the service of the day, were admirably performed on the fine toned organ the Coronation Anthem, and Handel's Hallehijah Cborus, and a very appro- priate and impressive sernum was preached by the Kev. M. II. Luscond)e, A. M. Head Master of the East India School in the town. A large party dined together at the Town-Hall, in which numerous loyal songs were sung, accompanied with many well selected pieces of music by an excellent band. Avery large subscription was made, from which nearly 2000 poor persons received liberal donations, to enable them to join in the festivity of the day, and a surplus of JC'IOO. remained for their relief during the winter. Berkiiajistead. — At eleven o'clock the Church was filled, Mhere, after the usual pravers, an excellent and appropriate seruion was preaclied l)y the Kev. William Brutton M'roth ; after which "God save the King" was sung in full chorus by the whole congregation. Divine service being over, the poorer inhabitants, to the amount of about 1500, were regaled with old English fare: the tables reached iVoiu the Church to the upper end of the town. How heartfelt must have been tlic gratifications of the noble donors upon seeing so many of their fellow creatures made happy by their generosity, and who miglit truly be said to sing, with heaits and voices, " God save the King-,"' in universal chorus. The bells were rinj^iug all o day, and minute guns were fired from the steeple of the Church. The evenhig was concluded with a ball for the trades-people. • ■ Cheshunt. — The morning was ushered in by ringing of bells. Sir A. Hume's Corps of Volunteer Cavalry, commanded by Capt. Ludlow, attended divine service, their standard was raised behind the pulpit, supported by Mr. Tassau ; there was not a vacant seat in the Church, and numbers crowded the windows from without, who could not gain admittance. — The organ opened tlie service with appropriate music. — Psalms, adapted to the occasion, were sung at the proper intervals, and at the close of the sermon, " God save the King," was sung in full chorus. — The service ended, the Rev. W. A. Armstrong, and O. Cromwell and T. Wakefield, Esqrs. distri- buted alms by subscription to 2200 poor people, who received them with thankful decency, and good order. Tlie overplus was agreed to be paid to the Treasurer of a Cliarity, established in the parish for the relief of Lying in Women. RiCKMANswoRTH. — A Subscription was set on foot, and a large sum raised and distributed in various ways, suitable to the objects of charity, even to those not parishioners resident therein ; so that every inliabitant, by an ample allowance of from 2s. 6d. to 10^. in proportion to the number of children, had reason to remember the Jubilee, and to thank God for having preserved so good a King to so late a period, living in the hearts of subjects, over whom he has the happiness to reign. Besides which, every Gentleman Tarmcr and Tradesman, from the highest to the lowest in circumstances, provided a most substantial repast for their servants of all descriptions. After a numerous attendance at divine worship, the whole parish evinced one animated scene of the most rational enjoyment of unalloyed festivity. The Lord of the Manor's house, (H. F. Whitfield, Esc}.) was crowded with visitors of the first respectability; and before his hospitable mansion 100 children partook of a plentiful repast of the most excellent plum-pudding. In the evening there ^\'as a brilliant display of fire-works. St. Albans. — The early ringing of bells announced the auspicious day. After attending divine service, the several parishes in the town distributed bread and •meat, iu very ample portions, to the poor inhabitants; and having thus gladdened the hearts of the more necessitous, the I\Iayor, accompanied by the Members for the County and Borough, Mith nearly 120 of the inhabitants and neighbouring Gen- tlemen, sat doMii to an excellent dinner at the Town Hall, where the utmost loyalty, conviviality, and harmony, reigned throughout the day. This was succeeded by a ball and supper on the 27th, under the patronage of the ]\Iayor, the profits of which were avowedly to be distributed among the industrious poor of the town ; and on no occasion was the hall ever graced with so much beauty and fashion as the present. At twelve o'clock nearly 260 sat down to an elegant supper. After the expences of the evening were deducted, there remained an overplus of nearly ^100. for the poor. 83 HUNTINGDONSHIRE. HuxTi.vGRON. — The day was ushered in with ringing of bells, and a display of flags on the Town Hall and other conspicuous places. An Address to his Majesty was unanimously agreed to. After divine service the Corporation, with a nume- rous conip:rny of gentlemen, partook of an elegant dinner, at the Fountain Inn, and the day was passed in the greatest festivity. In the evening bonfires and fire-works were exhibited, and the whole passed off with the greatest harmony. The poorcc classes participated in the general joy, by means of a subscription, amounting to upwards of ,£'270. Each family was allowed a pound of mutton and a half-cpiartern loaf per head, and a pint of ale for each above the age of twelve, together with a peck of potatoes, a bushel of coals, and a shilling. Haifa crown was also given to each journeyman and apprentice in the town who chose to accept it. In short, all were liappy. St. Ives. — The morning was ushered in by the firing of guns and ringing of the church bells. At ten o'clock the whole p()|)ulation of the town assembled in the following order: — The subscribers to the donation for the poor, in the corn market, each holding a Avand of distinction- — on their right the poor men, women, and chil- dren of the town and difterent schools, attended by their instructors. The British union flag was elevated at each end of the line; opposite the centre, from the church warden's M'indow, was suspended a blue ilag, on which was written in large gold letters, on one side, " Fear God, Honour the King;" on the re\ erse, " St. Ives Jubilee, Soth Oct. 1809. Vivat Rex," — facing which was a band of music. Part of the royal regiment of North Lincoln jNlilitia diew up on tlic left of the co- lours. The ceremony conunenced by the vicar, the Kev. Mr. Baines, lowering the colour into the hands of Taylor White, Esq. who elevating it, spoke as follows : — " We receive this tlag us a token of our loyahy and attachment to our most gracious Sovereign King George the Third, and as a pledge of our unanimity in celebrating this grand national Jubilee; God save the King." The band immediately struck up that popular air, amidst the earnest, fervent, and joyful shouts of the whole assem- bl.ige, \\ ho proceeded to church in orderly and solenni procession, tlie band playing the 104th Psalm. A very animated and loyal discourse was delivered by the vicar, whose text was the 21st verse of the C4th chapter of Proverbs. After service the procession returned, preceded by the military, in the order they went to church, the band playing alternately " God save the King," and " Rule Britannia." After parading the town, they drew up fronting the C'rown Inn, where they delivered their colours with three cheers, and dispersed in the highest spirits, the poor i^resi- dcnt as well as strangers) to the enjoyment of the festivity afforded theiu by the 84 distribution of meat, bread, and beer ; half an hour after, the military fired a Jtu dejoie. The principal inhabitants dined together at the Crown Inn. KENT. IMaidstoxe.— On the 24th, there was a ball, very fully attended, at the Court Hall, and a distribution of one shilling to each person (from a subscription), to 5900 men, women, and children. And on the 25th, the poor of the Workhouse were regaled with roast beef, plum-pudding, and ale, and money was given them in addi- tion. — A distribution was also made from the subscription, to the prisoners in the County Gaols and Bridewell. At eight o'clock in the morning, the commencement of the Jubilee was announced by six trumpeters from the Cavalry Depot, at twenty- tive different parts of the town, headed by 100 Charity boys, with white wands, — by a merry peal of bells, a discharge of cannon, and the Royal Standard and other colours hoisted on the Church and Town Hall. At eleven the Corporation and inhabitants, preceded by a band of music, went in procession to Church, where an excellent and appropriate discourse from the 7th verse of the 21st Psalm, was delivered by the Rev. James Reev^. After divine service, the military of the Gar- rison fired -aJcu dc joie in the High-street. At three o'clock upwards of 100 of the principal inhabitants (tlie Mayor in the chair) partook of an elegant dinner in the Town Hall. Captain Turner and his troop of cavalry dined at the Star Inn, and other loyal parties dined at the Haunch of Venison, the Turk's Head, and Castle, and in the evening there was a display of fire-works. AsHFORD. — A general subscription was entered into by the inhabitants, for the purpose of enabling the poor to celebrate so joyous a day. Upwards of ^70. was gathered and laid out in the following manner ; one pound of beef, one gallon of potatoes, and one half-quartern loaf, to 800 men, women, and children; besides, a plentiful supply of roast beef, plum pudding, and beer, was given to every man, woman, and child in the poor house. At day-break the e\ent was announced by a peal from the bells, which continued with very little intermission the whole day. In the forenoon the inhabitants were particularly forward in testifying their loyalty and attachment to our beloved Sovereign, by assembling in great numbers at the church, where an excellent sermon was delivered by the Rev. J. Nance, A. M. from the 25th chapter of Leviticus, verses .9 and 10. In the afternoon a large party of gentlemen sat down to dinner at the Saracens Head Inn, R. G. De Lasaux pre- sided; many appropriate songs and toasts were given, and the greatest mirth and harmony prevailed during the evening. The ball was very numerously attended by all the neighbouring gentry, and kept up- till a very late hour. 85 Broadstairs. — A dinner of roast beef, plum pudding, &c. w as provided for the poor at Broadstairs, on a lawn near Nuckle's Library, when about 350 partook of this excellent repast, with punch, beer, &c. At Beduin, Burbagc, Collingbourn, Preshute, Raston, Milton, Mildcnhall. and other neighbouring places, the opulent inhabitants distinguished themselves equally for their loyalty and generosity, by ample voluntary gifts to their poor neighbours. D Canterbury. — At eight o'clock in the morning, a royal salute of 21 rounds of artillery from an eminence in the North Holmes proclaimed the event ; this was followed by the bells of the Cathedral, and otlicr Churches ; at the same moment the bands and trumpets of the Cavalry and other regiments struck up the grand national air of " God save the King," and afterwards paraded the streets playing that, and other national airs, till the hour of divine service. The shops were closed, and the attendance at the Churches was general and spontaneous. The Mayor and Corporation were present at the Cathedral, where an excellent and appropriate dis- course was delivered by the Hon. and Kev. H. Hobart, the Wee Dean. At noon the Garrison, with the Veomanry and Volunteers, were assembled in the Barrack Yard of the Royal Cavalry Barrack, and formed in a hollow scjuare, from light to left, the whole under the command of Lieut-Gen. Nicoll. At one, while the roar of the guns from the shipping at the Nore and in the Downs, yet vibrated on the ear, a salute of 50 rounds ((i-pounders) commenced, and was followed at intervals bv an excellent J^eu de joie from the line. 'Ihe \\ hole closed with three huzzas from the troops and spectators, and accompanied by the respective bands, playing " God save the King." The troops then broke into o\>e\\ column, and passed the General in review oider, after which the line was again formed, and the comi)li- ment of saluting the General followed, when the troops retired to tiieir respective parades: — previously, however, to this, a ceremony to which the day gave birth, took place ; four deserters were brought into the centre of the square, and informed bv the General, that in consecjuence of tlie event, their crimes were forgiven, and, he trusted, that this gracious act of Royal mercy would operate so as to induce them to amend their lives in future. At three o'clock in the afternoon, a large portion of the inhabitants met the ^layor at the Guildhall Tavern, to partake of a dinner, at which were also ])resent the Representatives of the City, with many of the neighbouring gentry. 'I'he afternoon was passed with that loyalty and harmony such a moment "and such an event could not fail to inspire; and amidst a number of toasts and healths, those of the individuals to whom the city of Canteibuiy was indebted were not forgotten, and pre-eminently in this place stood tliat of Richard Milles, Esq. who had for many years ably and honourably represented the city in Parliament, and who also, to use his own words, had the honour to represent it at the time of his Majesty's Accession to the Throne. Prom the dinner table many of the company adjourned to the Catch Club, where the heartfelt joy of tlie day was powerfully excited by the exertions of the pcifoiniers, and ])articu!arly by the. manner in w hich the C'oronation Anthtm was executed. The gayetles ol the day . CO 86 concluded by a splendid ball and supper, and it was nearly five o'clock on Thursday morning, before the company separated. The circumstances above told are, how- ever, but a part of the mode of commemorating this eventful day, the completion of the whole was that of hospitality and benevolence. By the princely donations of the Archbishop, the Dean, and Chapter, the Mayor, and Commonalty, of ^'50. each; toge- ther with twenty guineas by the Representatives of the City, and the liberal sub- scriptions of the inhabitants, the sum of £,666. \7s. 6(1. was raised and distributed amongst 6300 men, women, and children. Thus ended in Canterbury, a day, which will long be remembered with delight, by the present and succeeding generations. It was a day Avhen every heart Avas glad, every eye glistened, and every countenance smiled ; for it was a day, when every one had bread on his table, and meat in his pot. It need scarcely be added, that it was a day of universal joy and gratification. . ilsti Cojmbank. — The Jubilee was celebrated in a way that strongly marked the loyal feelings of its noble possessor. Lord Frederic Campbell. The work-pcoi)]e on his Lordship's estate, consisting of nearly JO, had a comfortable breakfast pro- vided for them, and received a donation of money. After divine service, which was numerously attended, some guns, placed upon a commanding situation, tired fifty rounds. The inhabitants of the parish, amounting to 129 families, then pro- ceeded to Combank, where two oxen had been prepared, and each of them received a piece of beef, proportionate to tlie size of their family, o-y. and beer to diink the King's health. After expressing the warmest gratitude to their noble benefactor, and giving three hearty huzzas in honour of the day, they returned to their homes. During the morning Lord Frederic Campbell sowed fifty acorns, to conuncmorate the day, and gave directions for their future management. At an early hour in the evening, the children and grand-children of the domestics Mere indulged with a dance, and when tlie infantine party had retired to rest, the servants continued the same merry pastime till a late hour. All the boys of the Free School received a shilling each ; and the younger children of the other schools. Jubilee medals and money. Thus, by the sole munificence of this loyal and venerable Nobleman, every inhabitant of the parish of Sunbridge was made happy ; and at his request the liberal contributions of the Rev. Dr. Vyse, and ]\Irs. Porteus, were reserveil for the ensuing winter, when Lord F. Campbell declared his intention to make a sufficient addition to it, to furnish the poor with a portion of fuel, and other comforts. Deal. — The day of the Jubilee was observed by all the ships in the Downs being dressed out with their colours; the two flag ships fired 50 rounds each, and the others a royal salute. The two companies of Bombardiers, under the command of Capts. Underwood and Darbj', attended divine service in the morning, and in the evening Avere regaled with a butt of strong beer, and bread and cheese. The evening passed with many loyal and appropriate toasts, to the satisfaction of a numerous set of spectators. Dover. — At sun-rise, 50 pieces of cannon Avere fired from the different bat- teries ; and at one o'clock a royal salute from the same. The troops of the Garrison ^ , were drawni out in line on the beach, and fired a_/eM clejoie. In the evening there was a ball in the Assembly Rooms, Avhich had been fitted up in a very tasteful manner, with laurel, variegated lamps, banners, transparencies, &c. and' the floor painted. Bread, meat, and beer, in profusion, were distributed to every poor person in the town, a subscription to a large amount having been raised for that purpose. The poor in the different parish houses, were regaled with plenty of roast beef, plum-pudding, beer, &c. The benefit arising from the Dover Jubilee Bali, applicable as intended to charitable purposes, wa.^ £,79,. 6s. 6d. which, by general consent of the company, was appropriated in equal moieties, viz. one half to the fund for the relief of the wives, widows, or orphans of soldiers within the Dover division of the district; and the other half to a Jubilee Fund, establisiied for the relief of prisoners of war, now in detention and in need, or that may hereafter be taken,' belonging to the town or its immediate neighbourhood. . .jw.vi . Eltham. — Sir Richard Welch, in commemoration of the day, regaled the poor of Eltham, with the old English fare of roast beef, &c. sparing no e.xpence to make them comfortable, and at the same time entertaining a select companv of his friends, residing in the neighbourhood, with the greatest hospitality, Feversfiam. — The morning was ushered in by the Church bells, which con- tincd to ring during the whole day with little intermission. In the forenoon, Henry Wreight, Esq. Mayor, and the rest of the Corporate Body, went in procession to Church, preceded by the children of the Charity and Sunday Schools. Divine .service was performed by the Rev. Joshua Dix to more tlian 12000 persons ; the military of the Garrison atOspringe Barracks, attended by all their Ofticers, making a part of the audience. The text was from the introductory sentence of the service for the day. After service the troops of the Ospringe (iarrison were drawn iq) in Court-street, and fired a J cii dejoie with great precision. A company to the amount of nearly 150 persons, including therein, in addition to the inhabitants, many of the garrison, and a large portion of the neighbouring gentry, sat down in the Asscndjly Room, to a dinner provided from the Ship Inn. FoRDAVicu. — Anthony Jennings, Esq. ]Mayor of Fordwich, liberally supplied 20 poor families in that, and the neighbouring parish of Sturry, with beef, and money for bread and beer, to enable them cheerfully to connnemorate the day. Greenwich Hospital. — The Anniveisary of the 50th year of his iMajesty's Reign was celebrated at the Royal Hospital for Seamen, at (irconwich, in a manner worthy of that noble Institution. In the forenoon, the Naval Officers, Pell^ioners, and Charity Boys, the sons of Seamen, went in procession to the Chapel, where divine service was performed by the Chaplains, after m hich, the whole jnoceeded to the Painted Hall, where his Majesty's health was drank, and cheered wilh loud huzzas, from an immense concourse of people. At four o'clock the whole of the Civil and Military Ofiticers of the Hospital, and their families, (amounting to I'JO persons,) sat down to dinner, in the upper part of the Painted Hall. After dinner 88 Ills Afajcsty's health was drank with enthusiasm, when the bands played the loyal and popular air of "God save the King;" and a salute of 50 guns was fired by the Loyal \V^ater Fencibles, from pieces planted on the terrace of the Hospital for that purpose. Several other loyal toasts were drank.^ — At an early hour the company withdrew to the Council Room, and the evening was spent in dancing, &c. The Pensioners were regaled, and their wives and children partook of the provisions, &c. distributed in the parish ; the several Officers of the Plospital having subscribed thereto, in common with the parishioners. The cast front of King Charles's building, west front of Queen's Ann's, the north returns of the Colonades, and the east and west gates of the Hospital, were brilliantly illuminated with variegated lamps, disposed in festoons, crowns, anchors, and other emblematical devices. The Hos- pital was crowded with spectators, and the whole passed off, without the slightest accident, or confusion. The town of Greenavich, which has ever been amongst the foremost in de- monstrations of its loyalty and attachment to the mildest and most virtuous Sove- reign that ever swayed a sceptre, was not deficient on the present occasion. A meeting of the parishioners was called, to determine in what manner they could best celebrate and perpetuate the memory of an event, so truly estimable to every Ihiton ; -when it Mas resolved tliat a collection should be made throughout the parish, to supply the resident poor with bread, meat, potatoes, porter, and coals, that they might participate in the general festivities of the Jubilee; and that if a sufficient sum should remain after defraying the expences of the supply, it should be laid out in erecting Alms Houses, for the beneht of poor and aged widows of that parish. A committee A\as accordingly appointed, to carry these resolutions into effect. The sum of £950. was raised by subscription, and 'the sale of the ex- cellent Sermon preached by the Uev. JNIr. Mathew, on the Jubilee day, from Levi- ticus, chap. £5, verse 10, which he allowed to be printed, in aid of those charitable purposes; of which sum i]606. I6s. 8a'. were expended in supplying 7027 persons with 1 lb. of bread, I lb. of meat, 1 lb. of potatoes, and one peck of coals each; and one (juart of porter for every adult, and one pint for every child: the remaining sum, together with what may be still expected, was directed to be disposed of in building four Alms Houses, on a spot of ground belonging to the parish, situated on the south side of the road, leading to Deptford, and near the west end of Queen Elizabeth's Row ; the foundation of Mhich was laid the 2Snh day of J)eceniber, 1809. In the centre of the Luilding, is a Stone Tal)let, with an"^ inscription, ex- pressive of the occasion, which gave rise to tlie Establishment. HvTHE.- -The celebration of the Jubilee at this place, was distinguished by the liveliest demonstrations of benevolence and loyalty; a liberal subscription wa's en- tered into, for the relief of indigent persons. The number of those whose hearts were gladdened on this occasion with meat, bread, and beer, was upwards of 700 persons. The Mayor and inhabitants dined together at the Guildhall, which was brilliantly illuminated with coloured lamps, and an elegant transparency. 89 LEKiii. — The llev. I. Soiithan, Vicar of Leigh, near Tunbiidge, gave two f.it bullocks, and 100 gallons of ale, among the poor of his parish, allowing to each in family,! lb. of meat, and a pot of ale, the widows to have a double portion. LiTTLEBOuRN. — The day was spent in this parish, with the utmost harmony and con\ iviality. Divine service being over, the inlia])itants met at the Anchor, wiiere a dinner was provided for the occasion ; after which "The King," was drank, and three times three succeeded. Every individual in the parish partook (by sub- scription), bountifully of strong beer. I\Iaroate. — The Anniversary of his Majesty's Accession was observed with tlic greatest loyaltv and decorum' at tliis place. The morning was ushered in with ringing of hells, ant! the display of colours from the vessels and principal buildings; among which, two beautiful silk ones graced the turrets of Messrs. T. Cobb's extensive and lofty brewery. The shops were shut, and divine service performed at the different places of worship. The Rev. Sir John Fagg, Rector of Ciiartham, preached a most loyal and appropriate sermon at St. John's Ohur{;li, and a collection was made at the doors for the relief of the poor, amounting to £40. Collections also for the same purpose were made at the different Chapels ; and more than ^200. was collected. A royal salute was fired from the pier at one o'clock ; and immediately after Church, tlie eighty children belonging to the Margate Charity School sat down to a (hnner provided for them, by subscription, at the Sliakspeare Hotel. In tiie evening there were subscription balls at Kitiuian's, tlie Dukes Head, &c. Mereworth. — Lord Le Despencer gave to the poor of INIcreworth, two oxen, with bread, and beer in proportion. The Nore. — His INIajesty's ships at the Nore distinguished themselves by every mark of loyalty. Double allowance was ordered to the men, by the Admiral commanding there. The Heroine lired fifty guns. The royal salute was fired by all the rest'of the ships at the Nore, as usual. Their colours were handsomely displayed throughout the day. The Nymphen, Captain Morrill, in the harbour, formed all togeUier an ark of triumph, so well was she decorated, arid so inge- niously her flags disposed. When the evening gun fired, the Heroine frigate, commanded by Lieut. Thomas Hewes, returned it by firing of musketry, from divisions of marines. Blue lights at the moment burned at each mast head, and some beautiful rockets sent at the same time into the air, just cleareil the smoke, to show an illumination on board the Heroine, by lamps from the bowsprit, and to that of the spanker boom, with all her vard arms and mast heads displaying lights, forming a brilliant sight. All the rest of the ships exhibited splendid fire- works. A large French rocket, taken at Bathz, was thrown at nine o clock into the air, and added much to the brilliancy of the scene. 90 Ramsgate. — The mornina; v-as ushered in by the ringing of bells at the parish Church ot" St. Lawrence, and colours were hoisted by all the ships and vessels in the harbour. The corps ol' Bombardiers, belonging to the works of the Pier, assembled at ten o'clock, and marched to Churcli, followed by all the artificers, and labourers, in their best and cleanest attire. The inhabitants, and visitors, for the most part likewise attended, some the parish Church, others the Chapel, where an c.Kcellent sermon was preached by the He v. Mr. Harvey. A very large collection was made at the doors, for the benefit of the Charity Children, who were neatly dressed on the occasion ; and each child presented, by Lady Curtis, with a handsome medal, lumg round the neck, by a purple ribl)on. At one o'clock, most of the inhabitants and visitors repaired to the beautiful pier, from which they observed and heard the grand salutes from his Majesty's ships in the Downs, and from the several batteries on the coast, and last of all with 50 rounds from the great guns on the pier. The children immediately repaired to the Hall over the Market-place, where tables were spread Mith roast beef and plum-puddings ; each child had afterwards a glass of wine, to drink his Majesty's health ; then followed the Pier men, arti- "ficers, and labourers, with their wives and children, to a like entertainment, at the King's Head ; and by a liberal subscription entered into by the inhabitants and visitors, every poor inhabitant, with his wife and children, had a large allowance of roast beef and plum-pudding, with a sufficient quantity of their natural beverage, strong beer. ]\Iuch credit is due to i\Ir. Saunders, the Apothecary, for his great kindness on the occasion. In the evening, the loyal and truly worthy Baronet, Sir W. Curtis, sent down a handsome display of fire-works, which were let off to great advantage at the Pier head, and perfectly to be observed by the surrounding ne-.ghbourhood. An elegant ball and supper at the Hotel, closed the festivities of this memorable day, which was one of conviviality and happiness to all ranks of society. In short, there appeared to be but one heart and voice, and those raised to express "God save the King." IliVKR. — The poor in the united parishes in River House, near Dover, con- sisting of 160 persons, were entertained at dinner with roast beef, plum-pudding, iv'c. Each man had an allowance of one quart of strong beer, and each woman a ])int. The women and children were also served in the afternoon v/ith tea, cream, and cakes. Three hundred poor persons in the parish of Iliver, and 100 persons in the parish of I'.wel, were also served with 1 lb. of meat, one pint of beer, and a three-penny loaf each, on this joyful occasion. Skal. — At Seal, Lord Camden caused to be distributed to the poor a bullock, with a quantity of bread, and four hogsheads of beer. Skvkxoaks. — A very large subscription was raised, with which all the poor inhabitants were supplied with beef and bread, after which the Gentlemen of the town and neighbourhood dined togetjier, and passed the day in the greatest har- nionv. 91 Sitting BOURN.— The morning was announced by the ringing of bells. A sermon was preached by the Rev. Thomas Pearce ; after divine service, tlie anthem of " God save the King," was sung by the congregation. The Gentlemen of the town gave a dinner, to upwards of 500 men, women, and children. After the poor were plentifully regaled, the gentlemen dined at the Inn, and closed the happy day with bonfires, and every demonstration of joy. Staplehurst. — The dawn was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and at an early hour, a Committee, appointed to distribute the subscription, divided to the poor families according to their numbers, near 600 lb. of fat beef, 300 half-quartern loaves of the best bread, and upwards of 450 pints of what used to be styled an Englishman's native beverage, good strong beer. At eleven o'clock divine service conmienced, and an impressive di.scourse was delivered by the Rev. Thomas ]\Ior- gan, (.'haplain to Lord Hawarden ; in the appropriate service of the choir, in Psalms, and Anthems of thanksgiving and praise, the national Anthem of " God save great George our King," was sung in full chorus, accompanied by the band. The "prin- cipal inliabitants assembled at the King's Head Inn, and partook of a dinner in the old English style, consisting of smoking sirloins and plum-puddings, rare British cheer. The glass went jovially round, many loyal and constitutiorial toasts were, drank with three times three; several national songs were sung; and after paving their devoirs at the shrine of the rosy god, the company adjourned to a tlisplay of lire-works, presented on the occasion by T. Watson, Esq. St. Peters and Eroadstairs. — The inhabitants were not less wanting in their attachment and loyalty to their Sovereign, than the neighbouring parishes ; a liberal subscription was opened at Nuckle's .and Barfield's Libraries, patronised bv Lady Wellington, and several Gentlemen visitors at Broadstairs, to provide a dinner for the poor inhabitants. A subscription was likewise opened at St. Peter's, which was also patronised by Lady Wellington, and liberally supported by the Gentle- men, and most of the principal inhabitants of St. Peter's and Broadatairs, the amount of which far exceeded their expectations. TuNBRiDGE AV'ells. — To the very poorest, the means were given, by a liberal distribution of meat, bread, &c. to take home and dispense the blessing to their families. The principal inhabitants met at the Tavern and dined together, where }nany loyal and patriotic toasts were given. A display of firc-works was exhibited in the evening ; after which the fashionables of the place had a ball and supper at the Assembly Rooms. W^ESTERHAM, — The birth place of the Immortal Wolfe, 800 of the poor inlia- bitants, through the liberality and muniticcnce of their more wealthy neighbours, after attending divine service, and hearing a most appropriate and iiuj)ressive discourse delivered by the Rev. J. Cookesley, from Tim. ii. v. 1, 2, were plentifully sujjplied with bread and beef, and received six-pence each, to think his Majesty's health. The children of the Sunday School were also treated, on llicir return from 92 Church, with bread, cheese and ale, and the poor in the Workhouse were likewise regaled uitli roast beef, plum-pudding, and porter. ■Woolwich. — The .Tubllcc was celebrated by tlic Royal Artillery, w iih every characteristic mark of loyalty. The day was ushered in by a discharge of fifty heavy guns, when tbe lloyal Standard was hoisted. The Garrison attended divine ser- vice, when the Coronation Anthem was sung by the band of tlie regiment, with very fine effect. After the Ciiaplain had read the blessing, " God save the King," Avas sung in I'uU chorus. At one o'clock, the whole of the troops Avere under arms, amounting to about 2J0() men ; a salute of fifty guns was fired from the front, the line presenting arms, and afterwards giving three cheers, the whole marched past the Connnandant. 'i'he Officers dined together. The time of drinking his Majesty's health was noticed by another salute of fifty guns, and by the discharge of an immense number of very fine rockets sent up into the air by fifties, ^hich had a liappy and pleasing effect ; the day went Off with that harmony and conviviality with whicli sucli a remnrkable epoch should be celebrated. A liberal subscription Avas entered into by the Ofiicers, for the relief of the widows, wives, and families of soldiers belonging to the corps, to which Lord Eardley, in his usual kind and benevolent manner, added 100 guineas. A ball was given the following evening, by tile Officers to the families in the neighbourhood. All the ladies of the corps wore an elegant scarf, with "Long live the King" in gold or silver embroidery. Yaldixo. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and a band of mu.sic playing " God save the King," and other appropriate pieces. The children belonging to Mr. "Williams's School, consisting of about eighty boys, decorated with flowers, cS:c. at ten o'clock walked in procession to the Chnrch. The first couple of boys carrying in their hands the following words, inscribed in Roman capitals, upon large imperial paper, supported by slender sticks. — 1st Couple, Oar Laws are supported. — 4th ditto, Onr Religion is cherished. — 8th ditto. Our Lives are pro- tected. — 112th ditto, Our children arc educated. — l6"th ditto. Our land yieldeth its increase. — 20th ditto. The hungrij are fed. — 24tli ditto, The naked are clothed. — 28t]i ditto, The poor have the Gospel preached to them. — o2nd ditto, elevated al)ove the rest and much larger, For these blessings let the Nation be thanhfu I. —40th ditto and last, very large, and the hoys uncovered, God save the King. In this order, the band playing, they proceeded over the bridge to the room appropriated for teaching the children belonging to the Sunday Scliool. There they were met by about eighty children belonging to that admirable institution, preceded by Mr. Thomas Weld, supporting a very large emblematical figure, drawn for the occasion, descriptive of Charit}'. These were joined by about thirty children belonging to the Poorhouse, and then all immediately moved onwards to the Church, where" they heard a very appropriate sermon, by the Rev. Mr. Warde, from 29tli chap. Proverbs, and former part of the 2d verse. After divine service, the children again walked in procession to the Sunday School room, where was provided an excellent dinner, consisting principally of roast beef, and plum-puddings.- — They were waived u])on at dinner by the ladies and gentlemen, who supported the institution. The joy and festivity 93 of the clay were supported til! very late, and concluded with fire-works and several bonfires. Tlic followinaj parishes, in this county, cclchrated the Jubilee l)y liberal sub- scriptions, for the purpose of enablintij the poor to enjoy a comi'ortablc day of festi- vity, and was distrilmted in meat, beer, and coals', "viz. I'llnstonc, Cianbrooke, Ilawkhurst, Lomberhurst, Preston, Winghani, World, and Provender. LANCASHIRE. Lanc.astf.r. — The day was ushered in by the ring-in"- of bells, fla"-s were hoisted on the Church steeples, different parts of the Castle, the Custom-house, and dis- played in various parts of the town. The shops were generally shut up. The Corporation went in procession to St. i\Iary"s Church, Mlierc an excellent sermon was preached by the Kev. .T. Manby, A. \[. the Vicar, from l^salm c. v. 3 and 4. —A collection was afterwards made in aid of the charitable fund, which amounted to ii|)wards of ,£40. Sermons were preached and collections made at most of the other places of public worship in the town. Loyalty and charity were the order of the day. At one o'clock a royal salute was fired on the quay; at w Inch time the committee commenced distributing- one shilling each to 86'0 poor men and women. There was a ball in the evening at the Assembly Kcom, and the dance was kept up till an early hour the next morning; the profits arising from which were applied in aid of the fund. His (irace the Duke of Hamilton and Ihandon, w ith bis usual liberality, sent tiiirty guineas to Ijc added to the fund. — The girls of the Charity School, to the number of 48, were treated with tea, by the ladies of !\Iiss Shaw's boarding- school ; and each of them received a bun and a thimble, and the most de- serving- received sixpence cacii. — .Mr. lliggin received from Henry Sudell, Esq. of ^Voodfold Park, the sum of ^100. for the debtors in Lancaster Castle, to celebrate his Majesty's entering into the .K)th year of his reign. An excellent breakfast was provided for them, anil, at one o'clock, they all, amounting to lob persons, sat down to a most sumptuous dinner; an ox was killed for the occasion, and the day was spent Mith the greatest joy and harmony. Out of the above sum, two poor debtors were discharged, by compromising the debt with their plaintifls, and restored to their wives and families; several others received dilferent articles of clothin<>-; ten tons of coal were also provided and distributed, and the next morning each, per- son received live shillings. — There were many public dinners in honour of the occa- sion, where loyal and constitutional toasts were drank. A song written purposely bv Mr. Gregson, was given in a capital style, in the Council C'hamber at the 'J'oun Hall, which was rapturously applauded and encored. In the evening manv trans- parencies were exhibited. A loyal and clutil'ul Atldress was voted to his Majcstv. 94 AsHToy-UNDER-LvNE. — At clght o'clock the gentlemen of the town assembled in the Town Hall, when a loyal and afifectionatc Address was read, and unanimously agreed should be presented to his Majesty. At ten o'clock the Dukinfield Rifle Corps, commanded by Francis Dukinfield Astley, Esq. the Constables and Gentle- men of the town, the Lodge of Free Masons, the Orange Society, and part of the 1st regiment of Middleton Local Militia, (those on permanent pay), walked in pro- cession to hear divine service, when a most excellent sermon was preached by the Rev. Mr. Mutchinson. After service upwards of 500 poor families were relieved by a distribution of linen, blankets, Sic. purchased by a subscription raised in the town, and aided liberallv bv the Earl of Stamford and Warringrton. — At four o'clock about 6"0 gentlemen sat down to dinner at the Globe Tavern, and a number of appropriate toasts were given, the first of which was " The King, and may the present Jubilee form a lasting impression on the hearts of his faithful subjects."" — The evening was concluded with a ball, which was numerously attended. A true spirit of loyalty pervaded every heart, and the day Was spent with the greatest harmon}'. Ardwick. — Messrs. Statham and Son regaled their workmen, one hundred and twenty in number, with plenty of roast beef, plum pudding, ale, and porter. — Messrs. Beswick and Holt feasted their workmen in a truly hospitable and liberal manner; as did also Messrs. Hoyle and Son, of Mayiield. — A lady and gentleman sent a fine leg of mutton and an eighteen penny loaf, to each of nineteen poor fami- lies, their tenants, at Garratt. Bolton, — Long famed for its loyalty and adherence to the royal cause, in the revolution in 16,50, the ringing of bells, discharge of artillery, display of fire-works, public dinners, and other usual demonstrations of civic joy, were not the only testi- monies of the happiness of its inhabitants. The inhabitants of every rank and de- scription, accompanied by the military then in tlie town, the masonic lodges, the orange society, the numerous bodies of people of both sexes and of every age em- ployed in the cotton trade, and other branches of commerce, 40 surviving veterans of the 72d regiment, companions in arms at the siege of Gibraltar, preceded by their then Serjeant Bleakley, and the St. George's Sunday School children, amounting to 1 100, went in procession, headed by the Boroughreeve, Constables, and other offi- cers of the towns of Great and Little Bolton, to attend divine service. Roast beef, plum pudding, and ale, were afterwards distributed to many thousands of the labour- ing classes, by the truly patriotic spirit of their employers. Browsiiolme. — The seat of Thomas Lister Parker, Esq. the Jubilee was cele- brated in the true spirit of ancient hospitality, by a dinner, consisting of a substantial display of roast and boiled beef, ])lum puddings, &c. &c. to a numerous and respect- able tenantry. The health of " the best of Kings" was drank with loud acclama- tions and three cheers; many other loyal toasts were drank, and the company de- parted, much pleased with their entertainment. Donations were also given to the poor at Waddington and Whitewell Chapels. 95 Bury. — AH the places of Religious Worship were open, to offer a trihute of thanksgiving to Heaven for its mercies on such a meniorablc day. Tlie Orange- men marched in procession to St. John's Chapel, Mherc the Rev. H. Unsworth preached an appropriate sermon. About two o'clock, the principal (Jentlemen of liury walked in order through the chief part of the town, accompanied with a band of music, playing "God save the King," to the Union Square, where was distri- buted about ^£70. value in ale. An immense multitude attended, and drank his Majesty's health. Chorlev. — The day was ushered in with the ringing of bells. All the manu- facturing masters gave a treat to their work-people, and injunctions to attend divine service ; Avhich caused the Church to be more crowded than ever was knovvu by the oldest person living. An excellent sermon was preached by the Rev. O. Cooper. There was a numerous meeting at the Royal Oak, of all the Gentlemen of the town and neighbourhood, Thomas CJillibrand, Escj. in the chair, wlien several loyal toasts were drank. In the evening, many of the neighbouring Gentlemen concluded the festival with a grand display of fire-works. Chorlton. — Mr. James IMason invited all the poor of both sexes, upwards of fifty years of age, to dine on the good old English fare of roast beef and plum- pudding, after divine service. The sum of the ages of nine of the youngest among the venerable group, amounted to G88. After dinner tlie young gentlemen of Bridge House Academy entertained the villagers with a concert of inusic, and the loyal airs of " God save the King,"' and " Rule Britannia." They then returned to Mr. Mason's, and were regaled with cakes, strong beer, &c. and the venerable guests passed the afternoon and evening, relating the occurences of other times with cheerfulness, comfort, harmony, and decorum. At night ]\Ir. Mason gratified his guests and the villagers with a grand display of fire-works. DuKixFiELD.- -The Rifle Corps commanded by F. D. Astlcy, Es(|. were enter- tained at Dukinfield Lodge with a hot dinner, of which all Mr. Astlcy "s workmen partook. Fifty poor faiyilies at the same time received a donation of beef and potatoes, and upwards of COO colliers had an opportunity of drinking his Majestv's health. A ball and fire-works concluded the happy day. EccEEs. — At ten o'clock on Tuesday night, an ox was put down to the fire to roast, with shouts from the populace, of "God sa\c the King; ma}' he live forever." At twelve o'clock the Church bells began to ring. At half-past ten o'clock, on Wednesday, the Officers of tlic Trafford Local Militia, and the pernianents of the regiments, asscndjled on the (ireen, and were afterwartls joined by the Clergv, Church-wardens, principal inhabitants, and the poor from the ^\'orkhouse, who Avcnt in procession to the Church, where an excellent sermon Avas given on tlie occasion by the Rev. J. Clowes, the A'icar. Afterwards the military fired three excellent volleys. Tiic Gentlemen then mounted a stage erected for the purpose, and cut up and distributed the ox to the poor inhabitants, with a (piantity of bread 9G and ale. The poor were also reg-alcd with a good dinner and ale in the Workhouse. After which the Clergy and (rentry partook of an excellent dinner provided at the Grape Inn. At eight o'clock in the evening, a grand display of lire-works was exhibited, which ended with a dance on the Green. GoRTOx. — The principal inhahitants asscmhled at the Sunday School, and went in procession, preceded hy a band of music, and the Sunday Scholars, to the Chapel, Aviiere a very animated discourse was delivered by the Rev. James Gatlitf". The scholars were afterwards regaled by their wortliy Master, Mr. Willan, \\ ith roast beef, iS:c. in the School-room. IIai.liwell.- — The workmen of Richard Ainsworth, Esq. to the number of about 500, at their own re([uest, attended their truly patriotic master to Smitbill's Chapel, where divine service was performed, and a sermon preached, by the Rev. A. Hadfield, A. M. which gave great satisfaction. After service they assembled in the Quadrangle of tlie Old Hall, and joined in singing " God save the King," with three times three. They then went to a field where they were to dine ; and were there addressed by Mr. Ainsworth, in very im]Messive and appropriate terms. They afterwards partook of a very plentiful dinner ])rovided for them by Mr. Ainsworth ; and to the poor of the neighbourliood, who liad been invited, soup, meat, and potatoes were distributed. 'J1icy then voluntarily subscribed al)out.£60. towards the erection and establishment of a Public School, for the benefit cliietl}' of the poor in the township of Ilalliwell, in commemoration of the Jubilee. The plan had been sug- gested by Mr. Ainsworth, who had previously sidjscribed, with his family, 100 guineas ; and most of the ladies and gentlemen of the toMnship had given their subscriptions also for the same benevolent purpose. The day concluded much to the satisfaction of every one who was present. Lathom House. — On Tuesday, two large fat oxen were distributed by E. W. Bootle, J'sq. M. P. of Lathom House, among the poor famdies in the neighbour- hood, at the rate of 1 lb. per head, old and young. On Wednesday, a bonlire was made at his sole expence, the materials of which were as follow: — 150 baskets of round coal, — 150 ditto slack, — 48 cart loads of gorse, — 1 14 ditto wood, — 6 ditto turf, — 2 ditto wheat straw, — 2 tar barrels. At the lighting of the fire, more than 2000 persons were collected to view it, and strong ale was distributed to the popu- lace, to drink his Majesty's health. Leigh. — At an early hour, the bells ringing " God save the King," announced the joyful day ; after that a.J'cu dejoie was fired, and at ten, a number of respectable loyal subjects assembled at a private room in the Market Place, called the White Hall, whence they walked in procession to the parish Church, to hear divine service, when a most excellent and appropriate sermon was preached by the Rev. D. Birket, from the 2d book of Kings, chap, ii, verse 12. After service, they fired a grand salute of 49 guns, when the Members of the White Hall went to dinner; at four o'clock they walked in procession round the town, and formed a circle in the Market 97 Place, where they sanjy "God save the King-," aiul "Rule Britannia,'' and drank "The King-," vith tliiee times three. I'he evening was then spent with the utmost spirit and true loyalty, and the whole day was ])assed with liarmonv. A grand display of iire-woiks \va.s exhibited iVom the top of the ^\■hite Hall. Liverpool. — The festivity Avas announced at an early liour, hv the discharge of fifty pieces of artillery from the Fort, the display of fliigs from the different Churches, the ringing of bells, and other demonstrations of joy. About half-past nine o'clock Mas exiiibited a spectacle wiiich most strongly inteiested every feehng- mind, the liberation ot' 39 ]}oor prisoners from the liorrors of confinement. Divine service followed; and the different places of worship overflowed — never was loyalty .so conspicuous, nor piet\- so sincere; one general sentiment of natural attcction seemed to prevail, and it was a glorious spectacle to behold so many of our fellow subjects, addressing themselves in devout supplication to the great Sovereign of the Universe, to bless an aged and \'irtuous King. Agreeably to the regulations A\ hich had been before issued, a procession moved at lialf-i)ast one, from the £.\- change to Great George's Square, in the order of march, six a-breast. It moved -along Castle-street, Lord-stieet, Churcli-street, JJold-street, I'crry-street, and to (rreat Georges Sqnare. Ai)Out three o'clock the first stone of a most elegant E(|uestrian Statue, intended to be raised by public subscription, was laid in the centre of Great (Jeorge's Square; with the following insciiption :— -"'i'his Stone, the foundation of a Statue erected In' public sul)scri|)tion, in connnemoration of the Tifticth Anniversary of the Accession of our most gracious Majesty King George the Third, to the Throne of these Realms — was laid on the C!.5th day of Octobei-, 1809, by John Clarke, Esq. Mayor of Liverpool." 'I'he JNIilitary who were sta- tioned round the Square proclaimed the event, amidst the shouts and acclamations of thousands ; and 'the guns at the Fort, and the ships in the rivci-, all of which were decorated with the colours of their respective nations, rc-ci'hoed to the neigh- bouring shores, this lasting memorial of the loyalty and attachment of Liverpool. ^'"arious parties, and a public dinner given by the Mayor at the J'xchange, and of the (ientlcinen of the town, added to the festivit\' of the day ; nor were the lower classes overlooked in the general joy, but were hospitably regale()tli year of his reign ; conceiving that, amidst the various schemes of benevolence, to which this festival lias given rise, we cannot better celebrate it than by setting an c-xample of an Institution, which has been long and prcssingly called for. 98 Manchester. — ^^'cry cavly in the morning a most delightful dawn was cheered by the ringing of bells, and at intervals the tiring of guns announced the ap- proaching festival. The warehouses and shops were closed, business was supended, and every individual was at leisure to join in the pleasures of the day. The Boroughreeve and Constables, with an unusual number of Gentlemen, fomed a pro- cession to the Collegiate Church, in which some of the Clergy of that Church joined; a band of music playing " God save the King." — They were also joined by the Volunteer Rifle Corps, commanded by Colonel Taylor, and seven Lodges of Tree Masons, in their proper habiliments, with the various emblems of their order. On entering the Church, "God save the King" was given on the organ, and the congregation Mas inunense. — The sermon for the day was preached by tlie Rev. C. W. Ethelston, one of the Fellows, from the words of the 24th. chap, of Proverb.s, the 21st v. — The service of the day was very numerously attended at all the other Churches and Chapels in the town. — After tlivine service, the Othccrs of the town proceeded to St. Ann's Square, where a detachment of th.c 7th regiment of Dragoon Guards was drawn up, and being joined by the Ritle \'olunteers, they fned a Jcii //e Joie in honour of the day. A public dinner having been ordered at the Great Room in the Exchange Building, between four and five o'clock, CJO Gentlemen sat down to it. — Conviviality and harmony united this numerous meeting duiing the enjoyment of several hours, and many incidents evinced the pleasure of the occasion. Numbers of the work-people were treated by their employers; the poor in the Workhouses were remembered; and the Sunday School and other bodies of children were regaled with buns and suitable beverage. Throughout the day the town was a lively scene of festivity amongst the inhabitants in general. In the evening, fire-works were exhibited in four appointed places, and attorded much entertainment to a. y^ist body of spectators. — The roof of Messrs. Philips and Eees large factory e.x.hibited a splendid Crown, formed of gas lighlrs, which, from the pure tlame emitted by that curious preparation, looked beautifully luminous. The factory is lighted with gas, for the general purposes of business. There were fire- works exhibited, in a small degree, by many persons, in difterent parts of the town. Subscriptions for charitable purposes were made an appropriate and important part of the |)ub!ic proceedings on this extraordinary and most joyful occasion, and they M'cre liberally supported. JMessrs. J. and J. ilall regaled their work-people ■with a barrel of good strong beer, and upwards of 130 veal and pork pies, all .stamped with G. R. A loyal and dutifid address to his jNlajesty \\'as unanimously voteil and agreetl to. New CituucH ly Rossendale. — The day was ushered in by^ ringing the s\yeet peal of bells of this place, in a most masterly style, Mhich continued all the day, except during divine service, which was devoutly attended. A party of neighbouring Gentlemen and principal inhabitants partook of an elegant dinner ; after which, the health of our gracious Monarch and the Royal Family, with many- other appropriate toasts, were drank. About six o'clock, the company, preceded by a band of music playing " God save the King,", marched in procession through New Church, to the hill above the village, where a most brilliant display of fire- 99 Moiks of eveiy dcscilption \vus exhibited; a large fianie, supported by tluee poles, was lixed upon the liill, tVoni wliich a number of lani]).s in tlie forui of a Crown, enUvencd the Mholc country, and altogether presented a most beautiful seene. Newton. — After divine service at the Cha])el, which was very fully attended, where a most excellent sermon was ])reached by the llcv. K. 13arlo\v, Master of Winu'ick School, roast beef, with bread and ale, the gift of Lieut. -Col. Claughtoil, Avere distributed to the populace. — Coals Mere sent to all the poor lamilies in the township, and in the evening bonfires were lighted, and the ])eople again joyfully drank health and long lite to our beloved King, in a second bountiful donation of good English beer. A number of the Volunteers attended and. fired several volleys in honour of the day. Oldh.\m. — The Staff of the Local Militia, under the command of W. Chip- pendall, Esq. Captain and Adjutant, fired three volleys and a. Jeii dc jow, in a most excellent style, and were afterwards treated by the Statf Ofliccrs in a manner worthy the occasion. That loyal body of men, the Orange Society, was draw n up with the Staff", and went in procession to Cnuirch, and from a thousand to twelve hundred dinners were given on this happy day. Prestox. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, which during the day rung many merry peals. The Mayor and Corporation went in procc.'^sion to Church to hear divine service ; after which the 6th regiment of Foot, together Avith the Amounderness Local Militia, assembled in the Market-place, and each ihed three excellent volleys. At the principal Inns numerous parties of Gentlemen met to dine, and conviviality and harmony reigned every w here. Large fires were made in different parts of the streets, numerous fire-works were exhibited, and several beautiful and emblematical transparencies were displayed. Amid the fes- tive scene, the prisoners in the House of Correction of the town, were not for- gotten ; each of them, consisting of 47 males, and 26" females, was plentifully regaled with bread, cheese, and ale, provided for them by the liberality of several Gentlemen. Prestwick. — The morning was ushered in by the junior ringers, who rung. 5040 changes, in three hours and twenty-nine minutes, jn a masterly style. During divine service, several sacred pieces of music were performed, concluding w ith the Coronation Anthem and '-(iotl save the King:'" a sermon was preached which did honour to the abilities and loyalty of the Clergyman ; afterMards the principal (ientlcmcn in the neighbourhood, who had subscribed liberally, attended to see au ox roasted, with Mhicii from six to seven hundred aged and infirm neighbours Mcre regaled, and had plenty of malt liquor. Ramsbottom. — At the printing works of Messrs. \\m. Chant and Brothers, all the men, Avomen and children, partook of plenty, whether belonging to the works or not. — At half-past two they assembled at the front of Grant Lodge, where 100 were placed two covered tables, the one Mitli beef, and the other with bread and cheese, and tuo barrels of strong beer at each end, the v. hole arranged in the form of a crescent — the people Mere placed in ranks, and partook of the abnndance of provisions, spirits, ale, lS;c. provided. — Appropriate songs selected for the occasion were then sung, and afterwards the rustic sports of leaping, wrestling, is:c. com- menced. — At eight in the evening, the band of mnsic played several patriotic airs ; dancing then conmicnced, and continned until twelve at night, amidst the loud acclamations of gratitude and applause. RtnBY House. — Joseph Hornby, Esq. with liis usual liberality, gave a hand- some treat to the whole of the township of llibby, in connnenioration of liis ^lajesty entering on the .50th year of his reign. Rochdale. — A grand miscellaneous concert, by the band of the Hereford Militia, was performed in the parish Church ; after which a large sum of money was collected for the beneiit of the poor. — Mr. James Howard, a respectable flannel weaver, of Small Bridge, near Rochdale, cclcl)rated the Jubilee by inviting to breakfast 16" of his neighbours, all of whom, (with the exception of one individual,) have for some time received relief from tiie j^arish, and \\hose united ages amounted to 1 197 years. SouTHPORT. — The morning was ushered in by a numerous display of flags and the firing of cannon. An excellent and very impressive sermon was delivered at the parish Church, by the Rev. Mr. Ford, and a large collection made for suppl3'ing raiment to the aged, 'and religious books to the younger poor of the parish. At one, most of the visitors, and the principal inhabitants of both sexes, met at the Union Parade, when a royal salute was fired, and health to his Majesty was drank by all present. At four o'clock the company re-assembled at the Union Hotel, where they partook of an elegant dinner, after which, many loyal and constitutional toasts and sentiments were given, and the festivity of the day closed by a beautiful display of fire-works. Stonyhurst. — There was great festivity at the Roman Catholic College on the occasion, where High Mass was performed in a most solenni and impressive manner : a grand dinner was given to the young gentlemen, upwards of 2U0 in number ; after which, great rejoicings took place ; the students, preceded by their preceptors, with flags flying and a band of music, paraded the neighbourhood ; a bonfire of amazing magnitude was lighted in the evening, and the whole of the day was spent in great hilarity and joyous congratulation. Urmston. — The cottagers around Mr. Harrison's house, assembled and went to Church to hear a sermon preached by the Rev. Samuel Stephenson, and after- wards returned to his house, Avheie they received one or t^vo loads of potatoes each, according to the number of their families. 101 Warrixgtov. — Upwards of 850 poor families were provided by a general siil)Scription of the inhabitants, with a plentiful regale of beef and potatoes. A procession of a numlier of Gentlemen, belonging to the corps of \'oluntccrs, marched to Church, attended by music; and in the evening an excellent dinner w as provided at the Trafalgar room, at which John IMackburne, Ks(|. M. P. for tins county, presided. Upwards of .30 (Jcntlemcn of the town and neighbourhood were present. Manv appropriate toasts were given from the chair, and the utmost conviviality prevailed. Wallsuches Br.EAcii Wokks. — The Jubilee was celebrated at the Bleach Works of Messrs. Thomas Ridgway and Sons, near Bolton, in this county, which for benevolence and generosity, deserves to be recorded in the list of noble actions done on the ever to be rememljcred 25th of October. Very early in the morning, on orne of the highest buildings in tlie Works, were displayed three very large hand- some tlags, and agreeable to a notice given the evening before, the v.ork-people began to asseml)le at nine o'clock ; at ten, the heads of the different departments in the Works selected their men, and after calling over their names, the whole formed in one line, amounting to upwards of 500. " God save the King,"' was then sung in a very impressive manner, by a fcM- selected for the purpose. The whole after- Avards, (headed by their masters, and accompanied by a band of music, playing the favourite air of '"'God save the King,") proceeded to Church, where a good and appropriate sermon was preached by the Rev. Samuel Johnson, A. M. After divine service, the women and children had money distributed, to enable them to parti- cipate in the general festivity. Tlie men returned to two Public Houses in the \illage, where excellent dinners were provided, consisting of roast and boiled beef, mutton, potatoes, and pies. After dinner, every man was allowed to drink as much as he pleased, so long as he remained peaceable, and from the report of the men, who were overlookers on the occasion, never was there so large an assembly of people, that conducted themselves with more harmony and good humour; every possible mark of respect to the best of Kings was testified, and they vied with each other in the professions of loyalty and attachment to their Sovereign. The appearance of the men, all habited in their best attire, added not a little to the pleasure of the spectators. What must have been the feelings of their employers, is hard to be descriijcd, but it must amply have repaid them for their liberality and generosity. The iMoRAViAxs. — The manner in which the United Brethren, connnonly called ^loravians, kept the day in their settlement at Fairfield, near Manchester,^ deserves attention. About six in the morning, a flag was hoisted on the turret of the Chapel, exhibiting in large characters the words " God save the King."' At eight, trumpets and other wind instruments, placed in the balcony, announced the fe.stival by playing " God save the King," and other loyal airs. At eleven, public service began, 'in "the course of ^hich, after reading tlie prescribed form of jnayer, and other parts of the Liturgy, an Anthem, consisting of airs and chorusscs. being part of the 20th and 21st"Psalms, was performed by a good band of vocal and 102 instrumental performers. It was composed expressly for the solemn occasion by the Uev. C. J. La Trobc, and produced a striking effect. The sermon was on the words, "Tear God, honour the King-."' In the afternoon, the Anthem was repeated in llic Cha])el, Mith other appropriate pieces of music from Handel's and other works, closina; with tiie Coronation Anthem; at seven in the evenino, there was iuiother service in the Chapel, closing with the Ilallelujah in the Messiah; after ^\ Inch, the trumpets and wind instruments in the balcony played for some time " God save the King," and other appropriate tunes. The young people meanwhile had i)repare(l some lire-works in an adjoining field, and by the brightness of the moon, the parties parading the terrace, tlie general joy in every countenance displayed the most fervent and untainted loyalty. At the Chapel a collection was made for the poor, and a neighbouring Gentleman feasted a number of poor weavers at the Inn. LEICESTERSHIRE. Leicester. — The celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of his Majesty's reign Avas observed here with a degree of unanimity and public spirit, A^orthy of a loyal and grateful people. The morning was ushered in with the ringing of bells from all the churches ; the day was uncommonly fine, the sun shone in full splendour, and the elements appeared in unison with the joy and exultation that beamed in every countenance. The constituted autliorities met previous to divine service, aud prepared a congratulatory Address to his Majesty on the occasion. The churches Avere crowded, and the Reverend Divines, in appropriate discourses, did ample jus- tice to the solemnity of the meeting. After divine service the 4th Dragoon Guards assembled in the Market Place, and fired a feu dc Joie in honour of the day. Sheep were roasted in various streets, and the liberality of the inhabitants (in addition to the munificence of the corporation, who gave iJ'2()0.) enabled every poor person in the town to partake of the general festivit3\ A very large as.semblagc of the most re- spectable inhabitants dined with the INIayor, at the Three Crowns Inn, and the evening concluded with a ball and supper. Asnr,Y-DE-LA-Zoucn. — A handsome collection was made, and with a liberal donation from the Earl of Moira, Mas distributed to the poor at their homes. Castle Doxtngton. — The Earl of Moira having forwarded a handsome dona- tion, which was liberally supported by the inhabitants at large, all being unanimous (of ivhatsoever sect or party), in contributing for the laudable purpose of regaling upwards of 1 100 persons; the morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and the day was spent with the greatest conviviality. After divine service nearly 200 103 childien belonging to the Sunday School, were regaled with cake and wine^ pro- vided for that purpose, who sung " God save the King," " Rule Britannia," &c. and gave huzzas, three times three, on this memorable occasion. Private parties were general throughout the town, and a public ball concluded the festivity of tlie day, which terniiuated with regularity, and tlie utmost harmouv and con- viviality. CosBv. — A subscription w^as raised, so tliat every poor man received 1 lb. of meat, six-pennyworth of bread, and a quart of ale ; all the children, meat and bread. Tlie principal inhabitants dined together at the Inn ; those above receiving the bounty to the poor, roasted a sheep for themselves; the boys made bonlircs, and all were loyal and joyous. Fholeswortii. — The morning was ushered in with the usual demonstrations of rejoicing, a collection was made, and each poor person received 1 lb. of meat, a six-penny loaf, and a pint of ale. Tlie gentlemen and farmers of the village dined together. In the evening, the principal inhabitants, with their wives, were invited to tea, and a cokl collation, at the worthy Rector's, where a band of music was stationed, and the conviviality of the evening kept up until a late hour. HiNCicr Ev. — The Jubilee Avas celebrated here \\ illi pul)lic demonstrations of joy ; the day was ushered in with the ringing of bells, and in the course of the morning, every poor person in the town was supplied with money, from the liand- some subscriptions made for that purpose. E.xcellent discourses were delivered at Church, and other places of Public M'orship. All the poor in the House of Indus- try were regaled with roast beef, plum-pudding and wine, and every Member of the Harmonic Society, with a bottle of wine each, being tlie very liberal donations of a Lady of Hinckley. The Harmonic Society, together with many others, dined at the Town Hall, which, with the Concert, made the happy day pass away with great festivity. Ale from the Brewery was given away, and in the evening, a ball and supper, at the BulTs Head, was numerously attended; the dancing was kept up till day light next morning. Husbands Boswortu. — The poor of tlie parish were regaled with six fat sheep, and a liberal supply of bread and money, accompanied with other demon- strations of joy and congratulation, as a testimony of the sincere and licartfelt loyalty of the inhabitants, for their most gracious Sovereign, and much beloved ]\Ionarch, on the ever memorable occasion of his having entered the JUth year of his reign. Market Harborouoh. — The joyous day was celebratetl in this town, in a manner worthy of its loyalty, its attachment to the house of Brunswick, anil it.s esteem for the personal virtues and worth of our revereil Monarch. Upwards of X'120. ct)llected among the principal inhabitants, was appropriated solely to the relief and comfort of the indigent, and little tradesmcu wilK large families. Nearly lOi a ton vcight of beef and mutton, 800 shilling loaves, and £eO. in money, were -, with three times three, wliicli was drank with enthusiastic applause. The Queen, &c. &c. A band of music played "God save the King," accompanied Avith all the voices present : the glass circulated freely, and the evening was spent with the greatest hilarity. Parties of women drank tea in the public streets, and in the countenances and conduct of the poor throughout the day, loyalty, satis- faction, and thankfulness, were strikingly evident. RoTiiLEV. — The Jubilee was celebrated with great splendor, and A\ith every demonstration of loyalty and patriotic joy. The dawn of that auspicious day Mas ushered in by the ringers with a merry peal. A sermon Avas preached in the parish Church to a numerous auditory, from Psalm 48, v. 12, 13, and 14. After divine service, the members of the Friendly Society walked in procession to the Temple, with their staves and flag, preceded by a band of music, playing " God save the King." The loyalty and hospitality of jNIr. Babbington were conspicuous on this occasion ; upwards of 700 persons, men, women and children, sat down to dinner on the Temple laAvn, where they were plentifully regaled with plum-pudding, mutton, and ale. — After dinner the popular air of " God save the King,"' was sung in full chorus, and the company returned home with loud acclamations of loyalty to their King, and of gratitude to the worthy Lord of the Manor. The entertain- ment on the lawn being ended, a select party of ]\Ir. Babbington 's tenants, and respectable Yeomen in the parish of Rothley, with their families, (about 70 in num- ber) sat down to a sumptuous dinner at the Temple, where every thing was con- ducted in the true spirit of Old English hospitality. WiLLESLEY. — Sir Charles Hastings, Bart, gave a dinner, &c. to upwards of 400 persons residing iu Willesley and Packington, and principally consisting of his own tenantry. The wliole of tlie day was marked by the utmost good humour, conviviality, and loyal enthusiasm. LINCOLNSHIRE. LixcoLN. — In the morning the bells ushered in the day Avith a joyful peal ; at nine o'clock, the Mayor and Corporation breakfasted together at the Rein Deer Inn, and from thence proceeded to St. Peter's Church, where an excellent and appropriate discourse was preached on the occasion by the Rev. Mr. Swan, from 1st Timothy c. ii, v. 1, 2, The loyal Lincoln Volunteers, Cavalry and Infantry, attended 105 divine service at the same place, as did also tlie Ilcnefit Societies, and the Female Society, accompanied by the honorary Alcndjcrs of that useful In>,titution. After divine service, the Volunteer Infantry ^red w feu dc Joie in honour of the occasion. A most liberal subscription was made in the diflcrcnt parishes, so that the ])oor were likewise enabled to rejoice, and celebrate the entrance of his Majesty to tlie 5()th year of his liei<>n. The dinner at the Inn Avas more numerously attended tliiui Avas ever remembered on any former occasion. After the cloth was withdraw ii, his Avorship the Mayor, Avho presided, supported by Lord Mexborougb, and Kichard Ellison, Esq. the City Members, gave "The King-, and God bless him," with three times three, "The Queen, and Royal Family," M'ith three times three, "The ArniA' and Navy," with three times three. "Ciod save the King," was sung, accompanied by all present, in full chorus. Many other loyal and patriotic songs and toasts were sung and given, and the evening Aras spent in the utmost harmony. A ball and cold collation Avas given at the Assembly Room, which was respectably attended, and the dancing kept up till an early hour the ensuing morning. Bei.tox, &c. — Lord Brownlow gave to the parish of I'elton £'20. to Falding- Avorth .£1.3. and X'j- to Snelland, for the purpose of celebrating the Jubilee. At Faldingw'orth, this money, added to the collection made from the principal inhabit- ants, was given in bread, at the church on Sunday. On Wednesday, all the farmers' Avives, indeed all the females in the parish, were treated w itli tea, and afterwartls regaled with plenty of good ale. During the course of the evening, the ladies sung " God save the King," in full chorus, " Rule Rritannia," and a number of other songs, and seemed to contend with each other in tokens of loyalty. Cor.EBv. — A subscription was cnteretl into for the ])Oor, in conuncmoiatitni of the happy period. A most excellent sermon was preached by the Rev. !\L Sbarar, from Psalm 147. After the service Avas over, which was attended by almost every inhabitant, the poor were desired to Avalk up to the Altar, and each person, from the aged parent, to the child at the breast, received a three-penny white loaf, baked that day, in celebration of the happy period, Avhich was both gratefully and thank- fully received by 10'8 persons. GiuMSBV. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, displaying of flags on the top of the Church, &.c. At eight o'clock, the Rev. Air. Smellie, Avith the children of his Sunday School, each Mith a shoulder sash of the letters G. R. .50, preceded by the \'olunteer band, paraded through the piincipal streets. At ten, the ]\Iayor, Aldermen, and Common Council Men, met at tlie Queen's Head, Avhere, with the Ollicers of the Corps, they partook of a cold collation, from Avhence they proceeded to Church in the following order : — Mayor, Aldermen, and Conunon Council Men, in their robes, — 'i"he Members of the diflerent Benefit S(U'i- eties, Avith their respective colours, and the procession closed by the \'obinteer Infantry. The Mayor and Officers of the Corporation, dined with the OlHtcrs of the A'ofunteer Corps, at the Ship Inn, their head quarters, and the \'oluntcors, and cacii Member of the Clul), received one shilling, to driid< his Majesty's health. u 106 Other parties were formed at the different Inns, and the rejoicings closed with a grand ball at the Granby Inn. Heighington and Washingbro'. — In the morning a very excellent and appro- priate discourse was delivered by the Rev. Mr. Massingberd. A very handsome collection was made, and five fat sheep were distributed to the poor, and a hogs- head of ale given to drink his ]\Iajesty's health. The women were likewise regaled with tea. A select party of Gentlemen partook of an excellent dinner, at the Talbot Inn, when several loyal and appropriate toasts were given, and the day was spent with the greatest harmony, KiRTON. — The day was ushered in with the ringing of bells, and other de- monstrations of joy. A subscription was raised by the respectable inhabitants of tlie town, for the poor, when 70 poor men were accommodated Mith roast beef and plum-pudding, and a quart of ale a man, to drink his Majesty's health. Two shillings a-piece were also given to the poor widows. Spilsby. — A subscription was entered into, and the Volunteers were treated with a dinner, as also the Sunday School children, with a plum-cake and a glass of wine each, to drink his JVlajesty's health. A most excellent sermon was preached by the Rev. E. Walls on the occasion. Stamford. — The day was ushered in by the ringing of bells. The places of divine worship were all well attended. Numerous parties dined at the Inns in the town; and in the evening, a ball was attended by a respectable company of about 200 persons. "■ God save the King" was sung in full chorus by all present, and the mirth of the assembly maintained until a late hour. A subscription of ^130. Avas raised, and one shilling given to every person, (man, woman, or child) who chose to accept it. MIDDLESEX. ( SEE LONDON ). Brentford. — The Rev. Sir Robert Peat preached a most admirable and ener- getic sermon, from the words, "Fear God, honour the King." The text was expounded with clear sentiments, and particularly expressive of his loyalty and attachment to the best of Sovereigns, whose piety he noticed as being unparalleled, and worthy the imitation of all his subjects. In a very impressive manner he pointed out the innumerable blessings and happiness of this country, in these most 107 awful times. After divine service, Sir Robert, in a most loyal manner, gave at the Parsonage, to the Brentford Charity Chihhen, beef and pkim-pudding, and they cordially joined him in drinking, " Long life and health to his ^Majesty." Chelsea. — The Children of the Royal Military Asylum, about 1200 in number, of both sexes, after divine service, Avcre drawn up in a long extended line, in front of that noble buildinp-, and "-ave a jreneral salute, and three cheers in lionour of the day. From thence they marched, in military order, to their respective halls, where a good dinner of roast beef and plum-pudding awaited them, and two-pence placed by the side of each plate, to be spent as they pleased. Reforc and after dinner they sung " God save the King;" and the ctl'ect produced from upwards of a thousand voices, resounding through the diftcrent Halls, was grand and affecting. They then returned in the same order, cakes were distributed, three more huzzas succeeded, and the afternoon was spent in the truest hilarity and most innocent merriment. The fineness of the day, the military dress of the children, the joy that lighted up their little countenances, afforded a spectacle which our gracious Sovereign himself might have contemplated with pleasure. This noble Institution was brought to its present perfect state, under the auspices and personal inspection of his Royal High- ness the Duke of York. Chelsea Farm. — Lord Cremornc's Seat was a scene of festivity and joy. A discharge of fifty pieces of artillery, placed on the terrace towards the Thames, announced the rising of the sun. At one o'clock, the Queen's Royal Volunteers, with their full baud, assembled on Rattersea Bridge. The commissioned Officers displayed a cockade of garter blue ribbon, given them by Viscountess Cremorne, with the following inscription in gold letters : — " The 50th year of George the Third, ever the Father q)' his people." Oct. 2.5th, 1809. A feu dejoie was fired by them, which was returned by a second discharge of fifty brass pieces of artillery from his Lord- ship's grounds, where 50 of the Charity Children, patronised by her Ladyship, were assembled, and sung in full chorus "God save the King," after whicli they were provided with a bountiful dinner. And in addition to his Lordship's munificence, 50 poor families in Chelsea were supplied each with 3 lbs. of beef, a half-peek loaf, vegetables, and two shillings in money, to celebrate the day. A sum of X'-O. was distributed amongst the poor parishioners. In the evening, his Lordship's house was illuminated in a most superb and brilliant manner. Christ Church. — The morning of the 25th was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and the joyful demonstrations of the ])C()ple. The A'oluntcer Corps comnumdctl by Major Meyrick, assembled at an early hour on the parade, whence they were marched in three divisions to different houses, where the Mayor, with a liberality that does him the highest credit, entertained them with a breakfast ; they then returned to the paraile, where they liied ^ Jeu de joie, after which they proceeded to the Church, where a sermon "was preached by the Rev. ^Vest Wheldale. the Rector, to a large congregation. After the sermon, the parochial Ofiicers retired to the vestry, and by a well-directed distribution of 1700 ipuutcrn loaves, besides 108 the relief of money in peculiar cases, gladdened the hearts of the lower order of the inhabitants of this populous manufacturing parish. In the course of the day, the Ivcctor, Major Mcyrick, William Hale, Esq. Treasurer, and the principal inha- bitants, dined together, when, as may be supposed, his Majesty's health, " Long live the King," and a numl)cr of toasts expressive of veneration and love for our Sove- reign, the Queen, and their august Family, were drank, and every expression of joy exhibited which could mark the thanks of a people, grateful for the protection rhcv have received during his Majesty's reign. EnMOXToy. — William Mellish, Esq. Member for the county, ordered three oxen and some slicep to lie prepared at his seat, at Bush Hill, to regale the poor of his neighbourhood, and tliis was distributed on the evening of the i24th, giving the best shares to those who had the most numerous families. And in the same spirit, many of the principal gentry issued liberal donations to their poorer neighbours. On the '25th, the ringers at day break fixed on the Church 'lower the colours belonging to the late Association, and frequently in the course of the day repeated their merry peals. A very numerous congregatioir assembled at the house of prayer. An appropriate hymn preceded the sermon. The Preacher chose for his text, 1st Samuel, 10th chap. i24th verse, and the service ended M'ith two verses of the favourite na-tional song, " God save the King," sung by all present. A collection was made on the preceding Sunday of ^29. 13^. 6W. for the purpose of giving to the aged inhabitants of the Almshouses, and the boys and girls of the Charity Schools, 157 in number, a Jubilee dinner. The surplus was distributed in medals to the children and donations to the poor who attended Church. Mr. Mellish feasted his labourers, ami many others, in one of his large barns, fitted up for the occasion, and in the evening amused them with a bonfire, and lighted up his house ; some of the neigh- bourhood also illuminated. In the hamlet of Southgate, the sum of ^70. was laid out in bread and meat, and given to the poor of that district. And a collection was made by the inhabitants at large, amounting to ,-£213. \Ss. which is now applied to the relief and comfort of the poor, by supplying them with fuel, at reduced prices during the winter, and to be understood by them, as more immediately emanating from those principles of giatitude to God, loyalty to our King, and love to our country, which have been universally expressed throughout the Empire upon the celebration of the Jubilee. Greenfoud. — A subscription was entered into by the Ladies and Gentlemen, for the purpose of giving a dinner to the labouring people, to which most of the principal Farmers in the parish cheerfully contributed their guinea. The girls be- longing to the Charity School were given white aprons to appear in at Church, and to wear afterwards on Sundays. The Church was scarcely ever remembered to be so full. No labourer lost his day's wages, by not working for his master. After divine service, they all repaired to a barn and yard, fitted up for the occasion, and were abundantly regaled Avith roast and boiled beef, meat pies, plum-puddings, and plenty of vegetables and strong beer. Every child was admitted above five years of age, the younger ones were taken care of by women who could not attend the 109 public diiiner, but wlio were paid accordingly. It is diOicult to say uliich paitv appeaied tbe most pleased and happy, the donors or receivers ; after sino-ino- " (Jod save the King," and "Rule Britannia," they all dispersed quietly, and "orcfcrlv to tlieir respective homes. ~ ' ' Hadley.— At tlie village of Hadley, near llarnct, tlie day was usliered in by the ringing of bells, &c. The Cluirch was crowded with persons of all ranks and conditions. The sermon was short, and well adapted to the occasion, and the un- common degree of quietness and silence, in so numerous a congregation, was certainly a strong mark of the attention paid to it. From the Chu7ch%ll parties proceeded to the spot where the poor had been invited to dine by the Church ^Vardens, who had taken the trouble of calling at every house, and taking down the number of each family who wished to partake of this convivial dinner, provided by a subscription among their more opulent neighbours. In one room were seen seated upwards of 300 persons, not the least noise was heard, each grown person M-as supplied witli meat and a mug of table beer. After grace, the Ladies and Gen- tlemen of the village, who had dispersetl themselves at the different tables for that purpose, began to carve for their guests. The walls of the room were covered witli appropriate sentences, e.xpressive of loyal and religious sentiments on this singular and interesting occasion. The pillars which supported the room above, were deco- rated w ith branches of oak and laurel, enlivened with flowers, and nothing was wanting that could give cheerfulness and delight to the guests, or to those w ho witnessed their happy countenances. There were in another room close to this great one, near 100 persons, equally well supplied with provisions in every respect, and the remainder sat down to tables in the same place, but not under cover. A most respectable looking man, with locks as \yhitc as siunv, when "God save the Kino- "' was sung, stood uncovered, and raised his voice in so devotional a manner, that the tears trickled down his chcelcs in rapture whilst he sang. This gentleman w as formerly a Member of one of our Universities. Jjctween four and fi\e o'clock, the King's health was again drank with three times three ; in less than a (piartcr of an hour, they dispersed without the least symptom of disorder or riot, though there were at one time not less than ,)00 spectators on the spot. There remained a sufficient quantity of meat, bread and ale, to supply ne.\t day 27 poor families with a good dinner. Hampton. — By the liberal contributions of the inhabitants, aided by tlie private benefactions of charitable individuals, upwards of 1100 poor persons w'erc relieved with meat, bread, beer and coals. Early in the morning the Hag was displa\ed on the Cluirch tower, the bells rang a merry peal, and with small intermission con- tinued ringing the whole of the day. Divine service commenced at the usual hour in the morning. After the prayers an excellent a])propriatc discourse was preacbctl by the Rev. Dr. Morgan, from 118th Psalm, and i24th verse. Te Deuin, Jubilate Deo, and Handel's Coronation Anthem, were performed by the choir, and after the sermon the hymn of "God save the King" was sung, in which the congregation joined. The poor persons wlio partook of tlie charitable ilonations attended the 110 celebration of the service, and never was any Church more crowded, or a congre- gation more attentive. After service many of the respectable inhabitants of the pari.'ih dined together at the Cell Inn, on the old English fare of roast beef and plum-pudding. JNlany loyal toasts were sung, and the day was devoted to harmony and conviviality. The poor in the parish Workhouse were regaled by their Officers, with an excellent dinner and strong beer. Among the acts of private munificence on this happy festival, must be enumerated, that of Mrs. Ryley Williams, and other Ladies of the Hamlet of Hampton Wick, who jointly contributed to entertain 100 poor children with a plentiful repast. Lady Albinia Cumberland gave an elegant dejeune to a select party of Nobility and Gentry at her apartments, in Hampton- Court-Palace. Tliere was a grand subscription ball and supper at the Toy Inn, Hampton-Court, which was honoured by the presence of his Royal Highness the Duke of Clarence, and attended by nearly 400 of the Nobility, Gentry, and re- spectable inhabitants of Hampton and its vicinity. A military band attended, and performed several admirable pieces of music ; and a grand display of fire-works was made in the course of the evening. Harefield. — The glorious day Avas observed in the most splendid manner on the common, numerous tables groaned with the weight of a plentiful repast of all descriptions, suitable to the occasion, enough for the whole parish without dis- tinction, from which no stranger was excluded. An excellent band of music from Pinner attended ; and the cannon from the Mines Royal Copper Mill, was fired at intervals during the whole day. G. Speddings, Esq. one of the proprietors of these extensive Works, provided his numerous workmen and their families, (some hundreds) with plenty of hard cash for the occasion. HiciiGATE. — A sum was collected, which afforded a distribution of five shillings to evciy labouring and every poor person, and two shillings for each child. The spirited little band of Volunteers, after attending divine service, paraded the village, indulging in frequent huzzas, and their music playing, "God save the King, Rule Britannia," Sec. They were hospitably regaled at the Castle Bowling Green. ]\lr. Prickett's and Mr. JNlainwaring's splendid illuminations were the most conspicuous. To the credit of the poor, all was harmony, gentleness, and joy. Paddixgton. — This small parish showed its loyalty on the happy occasion of the Jubilee, by distributing 25 sheep, 350 quartern loaves, and 700 candles, amongst 340 families, besides a dinner to near 70 children belonging to their Charity School ; the above purchased from a subscription collected by the Officers from house to house. Ratcliff. — A public subscription was entered into by the inhabitants, to enable the poorer flimilies of that place to participate in the general joy, occasioned by the happy extension of the reign of our good and gracious Sovereign to the 50th Anniversary of his Accession to the Throne. '2796 lbs. of beef, 662 quartern loaves, 1120 pots of porter, with two tons and a half of potatoes, were distri- Ill biited to 560 families, consisting of upwards of 2500 individuals. The children of the Charity School weie also regaled with plum-puddings and roast beef, and a donation of six-pence each. Shadwell. — The Hon. Thomas BoM^es entertained his numerous tenantry with roast beef, plum-pudding, porter, and a little English gin after dinner; near 800 partook of his benevolence. The Treasurer and Trustees of the Charity Scliool entertained the Charity Children, and the old women of the Almshouses ; and the poor in the "Workhouse -were made happy. Shadwell ]\Iarket. — ]\Ir. Thomas Ashfield, the proprietor of this flourishing I\farket, with a spirit of loyalty to our beloved Sovereign, gave to his tenantry of Shadwell ]\Iarkct, his promised ox, and entertained the wliole of the markct-peoi)le, at the White Lion Tavern, Shadwell Market, with roast beef, plum-pudding, porter, and punch. INIr. Ashfield also provided an excellent band of music. SouTHGATE. — Fcw placcs cvinccd more substantial marks of loyalty and af- fection than the village of Southgate : a liberal subscription was entered into bv its inhabitants, ^hich was judiciously expended in furnishing provisions to the labouring class, and providing an entertainment for the chikhen of the Charity School. After attending divine service, Avhen an excellent sermon was preached by the Rev. Thomas Winbolt, M. A. Minister of the Chapel, 1'2() chikhen wcie entertained with true English hospitality at the School-house, where the Ladies and Gentlemen of Southgate presided ; and a lasting impression could not fail to be produced upon the minds of the children, of those blessings which w ere derived under the mild sway of our beloved Sovereign, and our present happy Constitution. South IMiais. — The Rev. Mv. North delivered an excellent and appropriate discourse. The solemnity was rendered truly impressive by a select choir, which performed the national and sublime Anthem of " (iod save the King," accompanied by the vocal powers of the congregation. The lower classes of society, (xio, partook of a plentiful dinner of roast beef, plum-pudding, and strong beer. The hilarity of the scene terminated by the firing of 50 rounds of cannon, (ire-works, and other recreations. UxBRiDGE. — At the suggestion of the Rev. Mr. Pike, several leading Gentle- men of Uxbridge collected an ample subscription, by which tiiey were enaliled to give a substantial dinner to each poor inhabitant throughout the town, viz. 1 lb. of bread, with 1 lb. of meat, and a pot of ale to each nuui, woman and child. Fur- thermore a distribution was made of 10 chaldron of coals, (aijout JC>5 bushels), to the relief of 114 persons! The t»uly IJritish hospitality of Daniel Scott Norton, Es(j. ought not to be passed over in silence. A com])any of 145 persons, cnuipre- hending the tradesmen of Uxbridge, and the men attached to Mr. Norton's extensive Brewery, were regaled in the Brewhouse on the old English fare of roast beef, plum-pudding, and ale. — liis Majesty's health was drank in the ancient beve- 112 rao-e, in addition to which, forty gallons of punch ^vcl•c ])rovided by tlieir liberal host. The soldiery quartered in the toMii shared in the feelings of tlie day, and voluntarily mustering before Mr. Norton's door, complimented him with a discharge of three volleys over the Brewery ; they were not suffered to depart without par- taking of his hospitality. In short, the day was une(|uallcd in irxbridge for uni- versal happiness and congratulation, and was concluded in the most orderly and cheerful manner. MONMOUTHSHIRE. ]\fo\MOUTiT. — Lord Artliur Somerset joined w ith Sir C. INIorgan, his ^\■orthy colleague in the representation of the County of ^Monmouth, in the humane and liberal plan of liberating all the debtors in the County Gaol, whose debts amounted to ,£'248. A letter was received from the Duke of Beaufort, apologising for his absence at IMonmouth, by a previous engagement at Bristol ; but that he had ordered some of the best deer in his park at Badminton to be selected and sent fur the entertainment. His Grace also gave ten guineas, and Lord Charles Somerset, five guineas, to the collection for the poor, which, added to the Corporation sub- scription, and that of the town at large, amounted to ^£70. which was distributed by the Committee to gladden the hearts of the indigent. Chepstow. — The day was announced by ringing of bells and firing of cannon ; and a very large subscription having been made for the poor, early in the morning between 20 and 30 fat sheep, with a suitable (juantity of bread, were distributed, affording plentiful meals for the day for themselves and families ; and a considerable surplus of money remained to be laid out in the purchase of blankets for the jwor. Capt. Lewis, Mith his troop of cavalry, and the JNIilitary and Naval Gentlemen in their uniforms, attended divine service. At one o'clock, a royal salute was iired from the ships in harbour. The cavalry having invited the Gentlemen of the town and neighbourhood to partake of a splendid dinner at the Beaufort Arms, at their expence, between 70 and 80 persons sat doMu, and the feasting and festivity were kc))t up to a late hour. Nemport.- — Sir Charles INIorgan gave an elegant dinner in honour of the day, to his military and other friends, and a" ball in the' evening to the ladies, both which were attended by numerous and genteel parties ; and the worthy Baronet's liberality was the subject of much admiration and praise. • 113 NORFOLK. Norwich. — The Jubilee was celebrated with great t;|)lendour and every de- monstration of heartfelt joy in this city. At an early hour flags were flying from the Churches and Houses, guns were liring, and bells were ringing. At ten o'clock the Corporation went in procession, with all the pomp of the city regalia, to hear divine service at the Cathedral. Nearly ICIOO Freemen, principally of the labouring classes of the citizens, met in the Market, and attended the Mayor, Aldeimcn, and Commons to Church. When it is considered how much this city has suffered in its trade by the war, there can scarcely be produced a more striking instance of the loyal and patriotic disposition of its inhabitants, tlian this voluntary congress of this class of men. The sermon was very appropriate and impressive, and the congre- gation was exceedingly numerous. At one o'clock, the Garrison was draM-n out upon the Castle ditches, where they fired a yt'« (^/t^'o/t', royal salute, and general salute. The firing over, the troops filed off, and the Court resumed their progress to the Hall, where the Officers of the several corps went, by invitation from the Mayor, to partake of some refreshments. The Corporation being assendiled, Mr. Steward Alderson addressed the IMayor, in the name of the \\'orshipful the Aldermen and the worthy Commons, in a speech fraught with sentiments of loyalty and attachment to our aged and venerable King, the epithets by which the learned Steward distinguished the Sovereign. " It was not," he said, " even in the romance of the loyalty which all classes of Englishmen felt in common, to hope for a second occasion to commemorate such an event as that of the present day. M'ith the re- cord of the day would be handed down the name of the Mayor," to whose particular liberality, and general merits in the exercise of his important ofiice the Steward paid a just eulogium, which concluded his address. Mr. Harmer, the Speaker of the Commons, as^the representative of that body, in a .short speech, expressed his entire coincidence in the sentiments of the Steward, and the Mayor replied nearly in the following words : — " Mr. Steward, Mv. Speaker, and Gentlemen, I am very sensible of the honour you have done me, although unable to express my thanks ; and lam equally sensible that a roast beef dinner, when weighed in the scale against my deficiencies in office, will be found light in the balance. Permit me, Gentlemen, to congratulate you, for I consider that we are here assembled on no common oc- casion, to celebrate no common event, but we are met to testify our joy and thank- fulness that it has pleased Providence to permit a good and virtuous King to enter this day on the 50th year of his reign ; to express our attachment to the excellent form of government over which he piesides, and our admiration of that gloiious Constitution to which I look up as the basis of our strength in war, and our security in peace, as the rock on whicli all our liberties are founded ; and having >tood the test of ages, I hope will be transmitted to posterity, uncorruptcd by faction, s 114 unshaken by violence, and untarnished by time." At five o'clock, the company, invited by the Mayor to partake of a roast beef dinner, assembled at St. Andrew's Hall; and soon after, the joyful note of preparation was given, by the drum and fife playing "O the roast beef of old England," at the head of a royal baron of beef, weighing 170 lbs. surmounted with the Union flag, wliich was brought in by four grenadiers, who carried it twice round, and then placed it at the top of the hall. The company seated themselves at three tables, which extended the whole lengtli of the middle aisle, Avhich was brilliantly lighted up with chandeliers, t^c. On tlie baron of beef being placed under the picture of Lord Nelson, the cur- tains were drawn up, and the transparencies exhibited, which were placed in front of the gallery. They consisted of a likeness of our beloved Monarch, in a gold- coloured frame, one half of which was painted with oak loaves, and acorns, and the other half with laurel leaves ; round the frame, on a dark blue ribbon, was inscribed, in large gold-coloured letters, " The 50th of King George III." On each side was .an allegorical transparency in chiara scuro — the one of Britannia, seated on a rock, Avith a lion at her feet, and with ships at a distance, pointing to the portrait of our venerable Monarch, and exhibiting a scroll, with this inscription, " The effusions of a Nation's love,'' and on the other side was Neptune, seated in his car, and pointing to the inscription round his Majesty's portrait ; upon the whole, the effect was good, and did credit to the different arti.sts who painted them. The moment this interesting design burst upon the sight, the excellent band of the Wiltshire Militia, stationed in the gallery, struck up "God save the King." Amongst the Nobility and Gentry who were thus hospitably entertained by the Chief Magistrate of the city (to the number of 341) were — the Lord Bishop of NorAvich, Viscount Primrose, Lord Bayning, Hon. George Herbert, Sir Thomas Beevor, Sir Thomas Durrant, Sir Edward Berry, the Dean of Norwich, 8cc. &c. The cloth drawn, and the dessert served, the Mayor gave " The King," which was received M'ith such applause, as would proceed from a settled, principled, and proved attachment to the august Head of our venerable Constitution. A Gentleman sang " God save the King," with additional stanzas, and the company rose and gave the hearty English three times three cheers. The Mayor then proceeded to give the following toasts, the band playing appropriate airs between each : — the Prince of Wales — the Queen and Hoyal Family — that great Rock of Strength, the British Constitution — may the aft'ections of Englishmen increase with the years of the King — the Army of the Empire — the Navy of the Empire, and success to the wooden walls of Old England — the Lieutenant of the County — the High Sheriff of the County — the Lord Bishop and Clergy of the Diocese — the Mayor of Norwich, by the Bishop — the Members for the County — the Members for the City — the immortal memory of the Right Hon. WillianrPitt, &c. &c. The harmony and conviviality of the party were now, like the occasion, fixed and established. Of the previous arrangement, and general conduct of this happy day, it is impossible to speak in terms exceeding its merit, but that merit must be given to the person who entirely deserved it, namely Thomas Back, J.un. Esq. the 115 Mayor of Norwich. When the Court, by indecision, division, or difference of opinion, declined to take any efficient step for the promotion of tliat object, whicli the event has shown was common to all ; the Mayor, by his munificence, hospitality, decided conduct, and judicious arrangement, gave that time to the Jubilee rejoiciii;^ •which will attract to him, as a public character, the thanks, and the regard of every man who loves the establishment of his country. So general indeed was the wish to verify the worthy Steward's assertion, "To hand down his name and office, toge- ther with the records of the Commemoration," that before the company separated, the following proposals were unanimously agreed to : — " Resolved, That as a testi- mony of respect for the worthy Chief Magistrate, Thomas Back, Jun. Esq. and particularly for his conduct on this glorious day of the Jubilee, — We, whose Names are hereunto subscribed, do request that he will sit for his Picture, to any Artist he may think proper, and permit it to be placed in this Hall. Dated St. Andrew's Hall, Oct. 25th, 1809.' The names were those of the most respectable personages in the city of Norwich. Let it not be imagined that the higher ranks -were alone regaled on this propitious day, a just tribute must be paid to the many, who by their bounty and exertions, made the cottages of industry, and the huts of poverty, the abodes of plenty and mirth. Subscriptions were made throughout the city, to enable the lower classes of the community to partake in the enjoyment of the festival. The sums collected at the various places of divine worship, allowed of bread, meat, ale, soup, or money, to be distributed as the directors chose, to every poor person who was in need, throughout the numerous and respectable parishes, in addition to which the Freemen in the Orange and Purple Interest, received '2*. ()V. and Uvo quarts of beer each. The Volunteers of the city had each of them handsome dona- tions from their Officers. The poor women in the llos])ital, in the Rose Lane, had a liberal supply of beef, bread, j)U(lding, and beer. The jjcoplc in the \\'orkhousc had beef and plum-pudding for dinner, the children a three-penny plum-cake each, from St. Peter's Mancroft, and every person had six-pence given by the Mayor. The poor of the parish of Thorpe were amply regaled by means of a subscription amongst the other inhabitants, two of whom added each a sheep to their liberal share. The prisoners in IJridewell had a plentiful dinner of roast beef, and plum- pudding, and a quart of beer each, given by the Mayor. The debtors and felons in the Castle had from the IJigh Sheriff a plentiful dinner of roast beef, and ])lum- pudding, and one pint of ale each. One Crown Debtor was discharged from the County Gaol, and one from Ipswich, free of all fees. Thus ended in the hnal city of Norwich, a day of rejoicing for thousantls. Bracox. — The celebration of the 2.Jth began by a full attendance at Church. After service, " God save the King" was sung in the Church: and the band of music played the same from Church, before the carriage of the worthy possessors of the Hall, who proceeded to that hospitable mansion, where, at one o'clock, the tables were plentifully covered for the comfort of the poor. In the afternoon, the parishioners assembled on the green, where a booth had been previously erected. On an acorn, at the top, was "Oct. 25t/i, 1809," and ''God save the King'' on the extended leaves. Here the barrels of beer, and bushels of cakes, which were to be 116 given away, were stationed. At three o'clock, a royal salute was fired, and after- wards, from an elevation in the booth, Mr. Berney, uncovered, gave "The King — God bless him !" with three times three, and a discharge of fifty pieces, the band playing " God save the King,'" then "The Queen and Royal Family, and long may they flourish." (Three times three, a royal salute, and " Rule Britannia.") — "The Bishop of Norwich, and may the parish of Bracon ever remember his goodness to them, and his good advice ! ' (Three times three, and seven pieces.) The villagers then gave " j\lr. Berney's health, and long may he live to support the King and Constitution !" The acclamations of " Old England for ever," and " Berney for ever," with singing, dancing, and good humour, continued till night closed the gay scene. Fakkxham. — Due respect for the many blessings this country has enjoyed ■•hrough his jMajesty's long reign M'as shown at Fakenham, by the ringing of bells, and the |)erformance of divine service at the accustomed hour; nor were the poor of the parish forgotten, but to every poor family money was given for a dinner, in proportion to the number of each. lIoNiNGHAM. — The service appointed for that day, with the additional prayer, was read, and an excellent sermon, adapted to the occasion, preached at Honingham, by the JNIinister of the parish. The Church was crowded. Captain Townshend's oir. ]\Iount, Fellow of Corpus Christi College ; and the Mayor and Corporation, ac- companied by the regiment of Oxford Loyal Volunteers,' proceeded to St. ^Lirtin's- Church, where an appropriate discourse was delivered by the Kev. ^L■. (Jieen, \'ice- Principal of Magdalen Hall. — In the course of each service the Coronation Anthem was performed. The Volunteers marclied to the Parks, where they fired three volleys in honour of the day, and afterwards dined together, in much harmony, at the Wheat Sheaf, St. Aldate's. A very liberal subscription in the I'niversity and city, for the poor, enabled the Connnittee to afford relief to nearly 7<>0() |)ersons- within the city and suburbs. The prisoners in the County (Jaol were regaled with roast beef and plum-])udding, by the benevolence of the Kev. Dr. Cooke, President of Corpus Christi College. The subscription for liberating the debtors was fully adecpuite to that purpose. On account of the entertainment at Slierbourne, tlie Earl of Macclesfield's, the Jubilee ball, which was to have taken ])lace on the SJfii, was postponed till the following A\'ednesday, on which day the city of Oxfoid was crowded witli all the rank and Ijcauty of the county. The Earl of Abingdon and Sir C. Pegge gave grand dinners, in honour of the day, to select parties, who after- Avards proceeded to the I)all. 'i'hc number of tickets issued was 400, at one guinea each. The profits were most laudaidy offered for the relief of the ])risoncrs contiiud for small debts. This elegant entertainment took place at the Town Hall, the decorations of which were very splendid. A transparency, representing our beloved Sovereign, painted and presented to the Stewards by Mims liurton, attracted universal admiration. The ball -was opened at ten. with the Jubilee, by Lord 1'. Spencer, ami u 130 Ladv C. Beitie, and the merry dance was kept up with great spirit till near two, when supper was announced, after which several loyal songs were introduced, p:irticularly sonic additional stanzas to "God save the King,' composed for the occasion, and given with great effect by Sir C. Pcgge, which were loudly encored. Dancing was renewed after supper, and continued till near live. Banblry. — On the auspicious day I\Ir. and -Mrs. , of Banbury, with their seven children, planted a grove of oaks, in the centre of which was placed a large cubical stone, bearing the following inscription: — Tliis Gi'oxe n-as pUnitvd October !i5, 1809, by , and their seven children, to commemorate the 50th Anniversurij of the Accession of George the Third.'" Hccc olim memiitissc juvubil. What nobler honours, on this festive day, CouUl Britain to a much-lov'd Sovereign pay ? A prouder monument could graudeur rear; (Jr Piety an oll'ering more sincere ' When, as each httle patriot grasp'd tlie tree, The pray'rs of innoceute were breath'd fur lliee, (Nor shall such pray'rs in vain to Heav'n ascend) For thee — Great George, their Father, King, and Friend : And every breeze that murmurs through the grove Proclaims at once their Loyally and Love. Bx-EciiixGDOX. — Upwards of* 300 persons, in the parish, were regaled with a fat ox, gi\en by A. Annesly, Esq. and a pro])ortionate quantity of bread and strong beer, furnished by a subscription of the principal inhabitants of that parish. Blenheim. — His Grace the Duke of Marlborough distributed beef and bread to upwards of 5000 poor in the neighbourhood of Blenheim. Ckowseev Park. — John Atkyns Wright, Esq. treated all the poor inhabitants of Shiplake, amounting to upwards of 200 persons, with roast beef, plum-pudding, and strong beer, at his Scat at Crowsley Park, near Henley. CuLHAM Court.- — The Hon. Frederic ^\'est, in honour of the day, decorated a large Barge in a most beautiful and tasteful manner, with various appropriate emblems of loyalt}-, which was drawn from his Seat, Culham Court, to Henley Bridge, by six gray horses, richly caparisoned with leopard spotted cloth and royal purple, and was filled by the neighbouring Ladies and CJentlemen, attended by a band of music. On landing they walked to a tent erected for the purpose in the meadow, where an elegant cold collation was provided, consisting of every delicacy in season, the music playing the whole time. After staying about two hours, the company departed, highly pleased and delighted at the novelty and splendour of the scene, and the polite attention shown them. The joyous occasion of this well- concerted and elegant entertainment, with one of the most extraordinary beautiful and delightful days that ever was witnessed in October, drew together several^ 131 tliousands of spectators from the .siirrounclini>; country to view so sig-nal a display of generous hospitality, all of whom appeared l)i<;hly gratified. The Wargrave Han- gers, anxl a part of the Berks Local .Militia, kci)t the ground, and the foVmer Corps dined together in a neighbouring tent. Fifty poor men walked hy the side of the liorses that drew the Barge, in new clothes, with a medallion of his' Majesty affixed, which, to the admirer of benevolent and generous actions, added not a little to the pleasure of the scene. II.vjiBi.EDON-. — The poor of llamblcdon, near Henley, consisting of upwards of 1(200 persons, were supplied with meat, bread, and beer, on occasion of the Jubilee. Hex LEV. — The inhabitants of Henley and Remcnham subscribed ^130. to treat the poor residing in those places with a good dinner .of baked and boiled beef, plum-])udding, and strong beer, in Mr. Ornie's Spinning Manufactory, Henley. Upwards of 700 persons dined, who all conducted themselves in a decent and ordcr- Iv manner, and after drinking his Majesty's health, and singing " God save the King," went home \\'ell satislied and thankful. The remainder of the subscription was given away on Friday, to upwards of l600 persons, in meat, soup, and bread. All the poor in the A\'oi'kliouse were also treated vith baked beef, plum-pudding, and strong beer; and .lohn Atkyns Wright, Esq. Ixecorder of Henley, sent every person in Henley Alms Houses, a good joint of meat, a loaf of bread, and a shilling. — Most of the farmers in Henley, Remenham, Harpsden, and the neighbourhood, al.so gave the same dinner to the labourers. HrRTiiixGTON, — The Seat of Sir Henry Dash^\-ood, Bart. Miss Dashwood gave beef bread, and beer, to above 3U0 poor, besides her own School, who were enter- tained in honour of the daj-. Shereokxe Casti.e. — The Jubilee was celebrated with great "splendour at Sherborne Castle, the Seat of the Earl of Macclesfield. In the morning all the poor inhabitants of that parish", and of Stoke and Clare, together with all the workmen employed by his Lordship, received 2 lbs. of beef for evciy person in their family ; and after diVine service, a proportionate quantity of strong beer. In the evening there was a numerous assemblage of all the neighbouring families for a ball, wlicn^ the front of the Castle was illuminated with G. A'. FiJ'/j/ }'cars, in large letters of lamps. There was also an exhibition of lire-works, in the concluding blaze of which appeared George III. F'tjtij Years King and Father of his People. At one o'clock the company sat down to a magnificent supper ; after which the dance was resumed, and kept up with great spirit till a late hour in the morning. ,i-,^_The Seat of G. F. Stratton, Esq. The Jubilee and barvest-home d at Tew Lodge, near Enstone, in the following manner :— Nearly Tew Lodo] ^vere celebrated ^, , , 100 labourers who had assisted in getting in the harvest, or worked at the extensive buildings and machinery now erecting on the farm, sat down in the large barn to 132 an abundant dinner, succeeded by excellent ale and music; they Avere waited on during dinner by the various tradesmen and mechanics, their masters, and by the Farm Steward, and other upper servants and pupils of Mr. Louden, whose intention it was (according to the Roman custom) to have been head-Avaiter himself, liad he not been severely indisposed at the time. Dancing commenced at seven o'clock, and was kept up with appropriate spirit till an early hour next day. The remains of the feast were distributed among the poor of the parish of Great Tew. Thame. — At a meeting held at the Town Hall, Thame, on the 19th, a sub- scription was entered into for tlie purpose of enabling the poor of that parish to celebrate our beloved Sovereign's Accession to the Throne; and on the 25th, 1400 poor persons were rendered happy by a distribution of 1 lb. of mutton, a three- penny loaf, and three-pence to eacli individual, to drink his Majesty's health. On the same day, a most excellent and appropriate sermon A\'as preached by the Rev. T. Lee. The principal inhabitants to the number of 30, afterwards assembled to old English fare, roast beef and plum-pudding, when his Majesty's healtli was drank with enthusiastic ardour, and "God save the King " was echoed by every voice, accompanied by a full band, and the evening passed with the utmost conviviality, WniTHAM. — At Whitham, the Seat of the Earl of Abingdon, and at Middleton, the Earl of Jersey, the noble owners displayed their loyalty ; the children of Jersey School were entertained with a dinner in honour of the Jubilee. Woodstock. — A liberal subscription was entered into by the inhahitants of Woodstock, and meat, bread, and beer, and a number of blankets, distributed to every poor family within that Borough. The Mayor and Corporation, the Oxford- shire Yeomanry, and the Woodstock Volunteers, attended divine service at the Church. ^Jeu de joie was afterwards fired in Blenheim Park, accompanied by a discharge of 21 cannon from a battery erected for that purpose. The Corporation aftci wards dined at the Bear Inn, where a handsome entertainment was provided for them bv their Recorder. RUTLANDSHIRE. Oakham. — The poor of Oakham, by a liberal subscription of the inhabitants (to wliich Colonel Noel very handsomely contributed), were regaled with 80 stone of beef, 200 loaves of bread, and a quantity of ale, distributed to every one deemed a proper object of such bounty. The principal inhabitants, with some friends from the neighbourhood, dined together at the George Inn. After dinner Col. Noel proposed that a Dispensary for the poor of Oakham and Barleythorpe be 133 established, to be supported by benefactions and annual subscriptions, and that it be named the Royal Jubilee Oakham Dispensary, in honour and commemoration ot' the day. The proposal was unanimously approved, and a subscription book opened. Col. Noel declared his intention, and the intention of his son, Mr. Charles Noel, to give each a benefaction of 100 guineas, and also an annual subscription of five guineas. BuRLEY-ON-TiiE-HiLL. — Thc Earl of Winchelsea gave an entertainment at his seat of Burley-on-tlie-Hill, near Oakham. His Lordship being absent, he ordered a most plentiful repast to be prepared for his tenants and labourers of the town of Oakham, and for the whole village of Burley. Tables were spread in the house with the good old English fare in thc most liberal manner, when upwards of 500 sat down to partake of his Lordship's hospitality. The health of the King, with re- peated cheers, followed by those of the Earl of Winchelsea, and of his mother, Lady Charlotte Finch, were drank with enthusiasm. The merry dance followed immediately after the dinner, and continued to a late hour, when the company retired to their homes, full of grateful respect to their beloved Monarch, and to their noble landlord. ]\LvRKET Overton. — At ^larket Overton and Edmonthorpc considerable sums of money were subscribed for thc poor. In the latter place the clergyman gave five guineas for a calf, and Charles Manners, Esq. gave half a hogshead of ale, a round of beef, a quantity of mutton, and ten shillings to the women for tea. The respectable farmers gave ale, provisions, and money to the poorer inhabitants, and the day was spent most jovially. Uppingham. — By a subscription, beef, bread, ale, and money were bounteously dispensed to all those whose circumstances made the present acceptable; and thc day was observed with the utmost loyalty. SHROPSHIRE. Shrewsbury.— The auspicious day was ushered in so early as four oVlock by ringing of bells, which continued with little intermission through the day. Bcr- som of all ranks crowded the streets at an early hour, some ready to join in the pleasures of the day, others anxiously waiting the hour of attendance on ]>uhhc worship, that they might pour out their thanks to the great Disposer ot Events tor the long reign of a Patriot King. About eleven o'clock, thc Mayor and Body Cor- porate, ^preceded bv the dilVcrent incorporated companies, with their ensigns and banners, and a band of music, proceeded from thc Guildhall to St. Chads Churcli, 134 \vbere a sermon was preached to a very crowdcrl audience, by the Rev. Mr. Nunn, from Neh. ii, :i. and tlie serv ice coni.hided witli the national anthem of " God save the King."— The Shrewsbury Yeomanry nmstered strong on the occasion, and at- tended at St. .Fulian's, where a highly appropriate discourse was delivered by their chaplain, the Rev. II. Owen, to a very luinicrous congregiition. The ditlerent re- cruiting parties in the town also attended divine service; and, on this interesting occa- sion, the parochial churches, the chapels, and the meeting houses of dissenters of every description in the town, were fidly attended; and the discourses delivered in all of them such as tended to promote in an eminent degree the objects of the day. On the return of the party of the 53d from church, they vere assembled in the Square, and liied n J'c/i ikjoie, and then cheered. The Yeomanry afterwards met in the Square, under tlie connnand of Captain Lloyd, where they waited a considerable time for the return of the IMayor from St. Chad's. Soon after his arrival, the music struck up " God save the King," the troops iired a J'cu dejoie, and concluded with three times three cheers. Colonel Lethbridge gave a military dinner to the oflicers in town. The dinner parties at the inns were numerous ; and many respectable per- sons treated their labourers and mechanics, together with their wives and children, in a \exy liberal and hospitable manner. 'I'he inmates of the House of Industry were indulged with roast meat, and a portion of good beer to drink the health of their King. The children at some of tlie charity schools partook of buns, coftee, &c. and the best boy and girl at the schools founded by the late Mr. Allatt had each a Jubilee medal presented to tliem, which they wore through the day. In short, the day passed as it was intended — the tears of the widowed matron and unpro- tected child were dried up — the victim of penury has been cheered — and means have been adopted for the release of the debtor, and the relief of the subject of disease. Thus, while it has gratified the characteristic loyalty of the inhabitants of this town, it has given to their beneficence an ample scope and sure direction. The doors of some of the principal inhabitants were ornamented with laurel, to which were at- tached mottos and devices. The barges on the river were decorated with laurel, flags, and pendants; the firing of cannon and muskets, with every other customary demonstration of popular satisfaction (except illumination) were abundantly dis- played; and at night, fire-works were exhibited from the gardens of Mr. Benyon, Mr. Lloyd, and Dr. Evans; and bonfires were observed on many of the distant hills in the county. — The subscription for the poor amounted to nearl}' ^'500. Adderley Hall, — The seat of Sir Corbet Corbet, Bart. The ringing of the bells, and display of a large flag on the tower of the church, ushered in the morn- ing. Divine service was performed at ten o'clock before the largest congregation ever assembled there, and an excellent and most appropriate sermon on the occasion, preached by the Rev. Mr. Judgson. After service ended, a Royal Salute of 21 g-uns was fired from an eminence in the front of the park at Adderley, and dinner immediately served up to upwards of 100 children, educated at the Adderley School — the military band playing " God save the King." At two the labourers and their wives and children, to the number of 150, had a plentiful banquet in the riding house : when this was finished, Sir Corbet, after a short and impressive speech, a 135 cliaiik the King's liealth, witli three times three, which was followed by " God save tlic Kinn;, ' played by the full baud, and sung by the company present. While the band and attenduig servants retired to another room to dine, the labourers had a plentiful supply of excellent ale. All the tenants' wives and daui-hters were invited to tea at the Hall at six, and a very handsome display of fiic-wo'iks took place at seven and continued till eight. 'J'lie cannon were again fired, when the female party adjourned from the hall to a very handsome suite of rooms over the ridino'-house. Joined by the tenants, jS:c. the festive tlaiice now commenced, and continued, with the intermission only of a vc-iy handsoiiie supper, till a late hour in the mornin"-. Bishop's Castle. — Thirty pounds mcic given by the .Members t'or the Borough, ami the I'.arl of Powis, to which the inhabitants at large subscribetl, and distributed the whole to the poor and needy. BiuDON'ORTir. — The morning was ushered in by the firing of cannon and ring- ing of bells ; which were only suspended during the time of divine service, and at short intervals the rest of the day. A very handsome subscription having been previously collected for the poor, was distributed among them; and at twelve o'clock, the Bailiffs and Corporation in their gowns, the Free Masons in the Insignia of their Order, and the Morfe Loyal Volunteers in their full uniform, proceeded in one continued procession, accompanied by the worthy Members for the Borough. Thomas Whitinore, and Isaac Hawkins Browne, Esqrs. the principal inhabitants of the town and neighbourhood, to the Church of St. Mary, Mhcre the service of the day M'as performed, and an appropriate sermon preached by the Rev. 'J'honias Dethick. It was delivered from the heart with an energy of which he appeared from every corporeal s3'm])tom incapable, being scarcely recovered from a long illness ; it was universally admireil, and listened to with the deepest silence, by a very crowded and attentive congregation. The discourse was masterly, and con- tained some highly wrouglit encomiums upon the King for his religious princi|3les, moral conduct, and readiness to sacrifice every personal interest for the Protestant Religion, and security of the Established Church. After the service was concUuled, the Volunteers marched to High-street, where having fired three excellent volleys, they filed off by companies to different Inns, and were regaled with true En^-lish fare, provided for them at the expence of Colonel Whitmore, and the other Ofiicers of the Corps ; the Colonel also presented the town Mith some splendid fire-works. Sumptuous dinners were served at the Castle and Crown Forts ; when the circling glass passed rapidly to loyal toasts and songs, rapturously applauded, and enthusi- astically cheered. ' There was a ball in the evening at the Town Hall, under the patronage of tlie Bailiffs, Benjamin (iatcs, and Francis Moore, Es(|rs. which was numerously and genteelly attended ; the profits arising from which were adiled to the Charitable Fund. Dancing was kept up to a late hour, when the company dispersed, expressing themselves highly giatifietl by a ilay, in which all ranks seemed animated by one idea of loyalty ; and which they had passed, not only with joyful conviviality, but with perfect harmony. 136 Brosf.i.ev. — The morninp; was ushcicd in with a discharge of cannon, at five o'clock. A subscription for the poor had been previously arranged. The Rector, the Rev. Thomas Forester, also supplied six fat sheep and two barons of beef; and after iH\ ine service, upwards of 800 people were supplied with roast and boiled beef, vegetables, and one quart of ale each. 'J"he principal inhabitants sat down to a sumptuous dinner at the Town Hall, which in the evening was most splendidly illuminated. CoAi-BuooK Dale. — At the Porcelain iVIanufactory of Messrs. John Rose and Co. six fat sheep were roasted whole for the entertainment of their numerous artists and work people in celebrating the Jubilee, and two hogsheads of good Shropshire ale given to drink the King's health. Ellesmeue. — The Jubilee was celebrated here in a very impressive manner. In the course of a few hours, on the jMonday, near ^100. was subscribed by the inhabitants ; and on Wednesday above 200 poor people Mere regaled in the Town Hall, whilst their m ivcs and families enjoyed themselves at home, with money dis- tributed for that purpose. A sum was also appropriated to find the poor in coals during the winter. A procession to Church took place, and afterwards a large number of the inhabitants sat down to an excellent dinner at the Bridgwater Arms, and the glass was circulated in harmony till a late hour, when the company sepa- rated, having first of all voted their unanimous thanks to Mr. Rogers, for his sump- tuous dinner, excellent wines, and great attention paid to his friends, not only on that day, but on every former occasion. Great Ness. — The western division of the Hundred of Pimhill Light Horse Volunteers, celebrated the Jubilee in the neighbourhood of Nesscliffe, with an observance of religious and military duties in the morning, and the remainder of the da}' in festivities, elegantly and liberally adapted to the occasion. — A most ex- cellent sermon was preached at Great Ness, by the Rev. Geo. Martin, from 1 Peter, chap. 2. V. 17. — After a\ hich the corps was hospitably received at the Hall, by their ■worthy Lieutenant, John Edwards, Esq. they next proceeded to a field beautifully situated on the south side of Nesscliffe-hill, and had the honour to be reviewed by General Despard : and afterwards dined at Nessclift'e with the General, and their honorary members, in a room fitted up for this occasion, M'ith much taste, by the ladies of the neighbourhood. — The day following was dedicated to the charitable distribution of a most bountiful donation of provisions and money, in the neighbour- hood : and at Boreatton Hall, an ox was killed, and dealt out, and blankets were also given to the really deserving poor. Hai.es Owen. — Besides the usual demonstrations of loyalty and joy, a liberal subscription was made for the poor, at a public meeting convened by the High Bailiff, with which five fat cows were purchased, and distributed to nearly 600 families in that town and neighbourhood. 137 LixLEV.— At the hospitable mansion of R. IMoie, Esq. all the tenants and their families Mere invited to a dinner, at which their respected landlord presided, and who with his amiable family enjoyed the sight of the youthful dancers in the even- ing. Two fat sheep Mere roasted, and, with plenty of ale, distributed to his work- men, and the neighbouring poor of the parishes of IVIore and Shelve. On the hills above the hall, bonfires were kindled, and the noise of cannon was echoed bv the rocks and woods : fire-works were dispia\ ed at night. Nor were the rejoicings of the industrious poor confined to that day only ; for the generous master ordered to some families a bushel, and to others half a bushel of m heat, according to the num- ber of children. A party of the surrounding gentry dineil togethei on the suc- cee- ^^^'s subscribed for tlie purpose of endowing an Infnmary, for the lower classes of the neighbourhood. Tellisford. — Every poor person recei\cd a loaf of bread and one jMniud and a quarter of excellent beef. 142 TwERTOv, — Near Bath. Four sheep were roasted and given to tlic poor, with a proportionate quantity of bread and beer, the donation of the Rev. Dr. Fother- gill, j\lr. Nash, and the opulent farmers ; and a subscription for the Hke purpose, and the same HberaUty, were displayed at Saltford. WELLiycnox. — Every house was brilliantly illuminated; the poorer inhabitants were generously supplied with candles at the expence of Thomas Eyton, Esq. whose house was eminently splendid, and the motto, " Fear God, Honour the King," was formed of variegated lamps. There was also a display of fire-works. The subscrip- tion to a large amount was appropriated to purchasing four oxen, and the beef was given in quantities proportionate to the number in each family. But a more lasting- memorial than these was executed through the exertions of the Rev. John Eyton, namely, the establishment of a school. Yeovil. — G. B. Prowse, Esq. fed near COO poor families, and clothed many. Messrs. Watts provided a dinner and strong beer, with which '250 were regaled in the Market House. Forty poor persons were treated with a dinner at the house of Mr. Andrews, mercer. Capital cider was rolled out by hogsheads by Mr. Collins, Mr. Watts, Mr. Wellington, Mr. Cox, and others. The nianutacturers made all their work people rejoice. There was a brilliant display of fire-works, and in the evening a ball. Two sc^uadrons of the East Somerset Yeomanry Cavalry, com- manded by Major White, were, at the invitation of John Phelips, Escj. assembled in front of Montacute House, and fired three volleys with the utmost precision. They were entertained in that spacious mansion with an excellent dinner, in the genuine style of English hospitality, and retired under a strong impression of the polite attention and liberal hospitality of their respected host. At the parishes of Trent, Merston Magna. Rimpton, West Camel, and most others in the neighbourhood of Yeovil, in the county of Somerset, the day was usher- ed in with ringing of bells, and other demonstrations of joy, in testimony of their loyalty to the best of Kings. The public service was well attended in the several churches, where appropriate discourses were delivered by tlie clergy, and the poor of all descriptions were afterwards regaled with a liberality suited to the occasion, and in the old English style, with roast beef and plum pudding. It \\as indeed to the poor of these parishes, a day of jubilee, of comfort and satisfaction, the remem- brance of which will be gratefully handed doMU to the latest posterity. 143 STAFFORDSHIRE. Stafford — A very liberal subscription for the poor of Stafford and Torcbridi^e, extended to upwards of 6"()0 families. A select circle of ladies «;ave an excelieiit dinner to the poor of the Workhouse and the Alms-houses, and attended themselves, with the Mayor of the town, (F. Hughes, Esq.) to carve, wait at table, &c. A band of music, at sun rise, assembled on the battlements of the church, and played " God save the King." A public breakfast, at tiie Swan, given by the Mayor, com- menced the festivities of the day ; after which the bodv corporate went in proces- sion to church, where an excellent sermon was preaclied by the Rev. E. Dickenson, B. D. The public dinner at the George M'as fdled as soon as advertised. F. Hugiics, Esq. (INIayor) in the chair. M'. llorton, J''s<]. Vice. The President prefaced the toast of '• The King," with an eulogy on his character. It was given in three times three, with all the ardour which human voices and human hearts could give it. " God save the King" was then sung in full chorus, m ith additional verses for the occasion. The dinner at the Vine was well attended ; and loyaltv and liarmony out-lived the night. The ball, under the patronage and taste of Mrs. Shapland Swiny, and Captain Swiny and F. Hughes, Escj. Stewards, Mas crowded with fa- shion. The gay scene was continued till the morning, and closed with '; God save the King," in full chorus, by all the ladies and gentlemen present. Armitage. — Thomas Lister, Es(|. m ith his usual generosity, gave every poor family in the parish of vVrmitage, two quartern loaves each, on the occasion. Berkswich. — In addition to a large quantity of beef giscu by tlie Rev. Richard Levett, the poor families were treated with a good dinner and ale, by sui)scription. In the evening, a may-pole, erected at his Majesty's Coronation, was lighted up, and upwards of 40 couple of villagers enjoyed themselves in dancing. BLiTiiFiKin. — Lord Bagot entertained all liis labourers and the poor of his pa- rish of Blithlicld, men, women, and children, upwards of 'JOO, with loast beef and plum pudding, ale. Sec. The fineness of the day, and the whole scene of it, was as gratifying to the heart as it was honourable to the glorious occasion. Brockton Hall. — The loyal Berkswich Volunteer Infantry, commanded by Captain Chctwynd, |)araded in the afternoon, at ISrocktcm Hall, and after exercis- ing for some time, and tiling a Jcu Jc Joic in honour of the day, they were regaled with a barrel of excellent strong beer, by Sir George Chct\v\nd; who also distri- buted a sum of money amongst the j)Oor in the village and neighbourIuK>il olThock- tou. 144 BuRSLEM. — A public dinner, at the Town Hall, was attended by about sixty gentlemen, at which John Davenport, Esq. of New Port, presided. The clotli being reinove party of 2000 poor inhabitants, for whom, at his individual cxpencc, a good and plentiful repast had been prepared, of bread, beef mutton, and strong beer, all of \v Iiich would not, in point of excellence, have disgraced the tables of the first tpiality. One hundred of the principal inhabitants, decorated with a white ribbon, on wliich the words " God save the King' were imprinted, came each provided witli a carv- 158 iiio- knife and fork, and ofliciated as stewards cm the occasicm. by cnttins: up and tli?tiibuting- the viands to the gratefid and d'ehghted guests, who fed with rapture, and poured unmingled blessings on their Sovereign and the generous founder of the feast. The tables were so conveniently disposed, the whole length of the Riding House, that 300 more than the originally intended number were entertained, each steward accommodating 20 persons, while the beer was taken from well scoured pails, placed at proper distances in the centre of the tables, which were kept constantly full by well arranged hogsheads, and persons em])loyed to attend them. In two elevated seats, at the upper and lower end of the hall, sat Mr. IMighell as the donor, and Mr. Pliiilips as the provider of the feast. By the sound of a bell, silence was in- stantly obtained for the delivery of grace, and for the complimentary encomiums with Mhich Mr. Mighell preluded the health of the King, which all the multitude rose up to, composed of the women and children, all breathing one united senti- ment of loyal gratitude and joy, ])resenting one of the grandest and most interesting ■sights tliat ever human eye delighted in, Mhile the hats were waved, and nine hearty cheers, which succeeded" the communication of the health, produced a spontaneous gust of joyful tears of all that either partook or witnessed the rapturous enjoyment. Plenty presided over the hospitable board in large abundance ; and after all were sufficed, the fragments, Avhich Avere great, were borne away by the elderly branches of large families. The rejoicings of this multitude, great as it was, and increased bv the presence of some of the lirst' families and inhabitants, drawn by curiosity to the spot, passed off without the slightest interruption or accident whatever. A party of 1500 were in a similar way entertained in the farm yard of ]\Ir. Scrace, by a private subscription of a few inhabitants. A handsome collection was made in the Chapel Royal, where a suitable discourse was delivered by the Rev. Mr. Portis, and the Coronation Anthem excellently sung, assisted by the Prince's Band, who ap- peared in full uniform. The amount of the collection was delivered to the poor, in bread, beer, coal, and candle. At five o'clock a large assemblage of Freemasons sat down to an excellent dinner at the Old Ship, where, amidst hilarity and good humour, many excellent songs and toasts were given. After the dinner, a ball and supper closed" the day of rejoicing, at which 300 persons were present, some of whom kept up the dancing till near six in the morning. The Castle ball and supper were on the most splendid scale of elegance and excellence, with a beautiful trans- parency of 'I'ime and Britannia placing a wreath on the head of his Majesty, sur- mounted by Fame. — The inhabitants of the town of Brighthelmston, beiiig desirous of perpetuating by some public testimony, their cordial attachment to the person, and unfeigned respect for the character of his Majesty, conceived that no act would be more grateful to his royal heart, or more expressive of their loyalty, than to signa- lise the Jubilee day by establishing a charitable accumulating fund, for the benefit of such persons, resident in Brighton, that might be sufferers from casualties, either by sea or land. This Institution consists of a Patron, (His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales), President, six Vice-Presidents, and 32 Trustees. The society is so constituted that it has every prospect of going on, and increasing in magnitude and consequence ; and it is hoped, at no very distant period, may afford such relief to all those in the parish, who may be sufferers, as may enable them to support tlie 159 difficulties of their situation, without tliat dcgraihuion which attends parochial assistance. Booyou. — A Sunday School was instituted, under the patronage of her Royal Highness the Princess Charlotte of Wales, in honour of this auspicious day, w Inch it is hoped will prove usclul to future generations. The works carried' on here by Colonel Scott, for tlic prevention of future encroachments of the sea, exhibit a fair prospect of success, and were solemnly dedicated to his Sacred Majesty, on the Grine called the Duke of Kent's Bulwark. Duke of Kent's Bulwark, October 25th, I8O9. ^' This day having been marked as a day of rejoicing, on account of his Ma- jesty's entrance into the oOth Year of his Reign, We, the Bognor Griners, do hum- I)ly dedicate this specimen of our new art to His Majesty ; in the humble hope, that our exertions will be crowned with success ; and that it will prove the means of saving many thousand Acres of his ]Majesty's Dominions from the raging of the tempestuous Ocean. We have had the satisfaction of seeing, that the last Spring Tides have not l)een able to affect the bank of this beautiful Field : AMieieas, it is well known that if it were not for the works lately erected, the present S[)ring Tides would have burrowed into it like a rabbit warren ; and when our works are com- pleted, we look with coulidence to their withstanding the utmost rage of winds and waves." " God save the King," was then cheered with three times three, after which the Griners regaled on a roasted slicep, and a plentiful sulficiency of Turner and Hardwick's excellent ale, provirled for the occasion by Colonel Scott, to which an additional barrel was presented by those honest and patriotic Brewers. — About seven o'clock, the Griners' feast was concluded, with that decent hilarity which characterises the labouring order of men at Bognor. The King, (with many other loyal toasts), and long may he live to reign over us, was enthusiastically cheered by the Griners, and a nnmerous and grateful populace; but more especially that of their Royal Benefactress, the Princess Charlotte of Wales, and the worthy founders of the Jubilee Institution. The Southern Coasts of Britain have been preyed upon for ages by the insatiate Ocean, which is supposed to have swallowed up mdlions ot acres°from Selsea Point to Beachv Head, all of which might have been saved, pro- vided this mode of Grining had been known, in the etiicacy of whicii, Colonel Scott puts every confidence, having found his hypothesis to be well founded, m every trial he has hitherto made; and also well knowing that, if it should prove detective in any respect, he has a Corps de Reserve, eipial to all emergencies. Ihe field thus saved, has a sea front of ICOO feet, commanding the most beautiful sea views and landscapes, which will be laid out for building ground, upon a plan perfectly unique and picturesque. BRiGnTLixr: —The poor were liberally regaled witli a Jubilee dinner, by sub- scription, at the head of which was John Fuller, Esci- who gave ten guineas. The 160 Rev. Mr. Haley, and a number of farmers and tradesmen, also subscribed very hand- somely, and a great plenty of beef, bread, and strong beer, was distributed to glad- den the hearts of the indigent. o Bletchincton. — The Oflficers of the Nottingham Militia celebrated the 25th, at Blctchington, by a sumptuous dinner to the neighbouring Gentlemen, and the Squadron of the 3d Dragoon Guards, and of the 81st Regiment quartered there. The Seijeants and their wives had a most excellent dinner, and a bottle of wine each. The rest of the regiment with their wives and children, were entertained with roast beef and pudding, and as much ale as they could drink, all at the expence of the Officers. Ciiil-Grove. — ^fr. Woods, of Chil-Grove, near Chichester, gave two sheep, which were killed, and distributed in joints proportionable to the size of each labour- er's family in the parish, to the number of 22, containing about 105 persons. Combe. — Mr. Shiffher gave a fat bullock and plent}' of beer to the poor of Hamsey, and in the evening, his summer house, in an elevated situation, was hand- somely illuminated. CucKFiELD Plac:e. — The seat of Warden Sergison, Esq. was a scene of great festivity and joy. At an early liour in the e\ening, the avenue of venerable limes, and ancient turret, leailiug to the hospitable mansion. Mere brilliantly illuminated x\ith variegated lamps, and thronged with multitudes of spectators from the neigh- bouring towns and villages. The company invited, consisting of the Nobility and Gentry in the neighbourhood, and a number of the fashionable visitors from Brigh- ton, were ushered into the hall, where some happily designed transparencies engaged the admiration and attention of every one present. An excellent likeness of his I\Iajcsty, the Crown, and the number 50, decorated with wreaths of roses, Sec. were the principal devices. About ten o'clock the Prince of Wales's band struck up " (Jod save the King," when a grand display of fire-works was seen from the turret, and a large bonfire m as lighted at the extremity of the avenue, m hich had together, a very fine cflcct. Soon after the fire-works, a ball was opened, and the company, about 70 in number, continued the cheerful dance till two in the mornino- when they sat down to a supper composed of all the delicacies of the season; after the repast, his IMajesty's health was drank with enthusiasm, and " God save the King," was sung in full chorus. The elegant party immediately afterwards resumed the ball, and about seven in the morning departed, highly gratified at the splendid ex- hibition of loyalty m iili -which they had been so liberally entertained. Plenty of strong beer was clistributcd to the populace in the Park. _ Eastbourxe.' — The visitors and inhabitants of this fiishionable watering place, anxious to show their loyalty and attachment to our most gracious and beloved Soveieign, celebrated his Accession to the Throne in a most distinguished and spi- rited manner. The Royal Artillery, and Royal Surrey and Shropshire regiments, 161 imistercd at one o'clock, in the field near the Sea Ilou-.es, and ihcd aftu de joie, which was answered hy the Martello 'J'ou ers aloM<;- the coast. bejiiunin<>- at Ik-ac In- Head, and ending at Hastings. Two luuuhed and seventy women ancfchildien be- longing to the Shropshire, were feasted in the Barrack scfnare witii roast beef and ])lum-inidding, the l)and of the Shropshire jjlaying " (iod save tiie King." 'I'lie Lodge of Dniids assendtled together to dine at tiie King"s Arms; and in the even- ing the Shropshire and Surrey Ullicers, and a numcrons partv, dined, and concluded the day witii a ball. East Hoatmlv. — To each poor person, whether man, woman, or child, were distributed 2 lbs. of beef, a six-penny loaf, and a pint of strong beer, the comforts of which were extended to 'i.'J(). In addition to the above, the peasantrv had a good supply of strong beer, to drink his Majesty's health. Fr.ETCuixG.- — The Juhilee was ol)servcd with due attention. After divine service, which was numerously attended, all the workmen employeil by Lord Shct- ficld, with their wives and famihes, upwards of 1:30 in number, assendjlcd at Shelfield Place. When they had plentifully feasted on roast beef, plum-pudding, and other viands. Lord and Lady Shellield entered the festive hall, and his Majesty's health was drank with three times three, accom|)anied by a royal salute, froni the cannon in the Park. His Lordship then took the opportunity of observing that, under the government of our excellent King, this country continues to tlourish and grow rich, while all the other nations of Lurope are sunk in the most abject state of slaveiy and misery ; and their young men dragged iVom their homes to fight the battles of their enemy and tyrant in I'oreign and cHstant countries, w here they perish by luin- theds of thousands ; that, in conse(juence of the prosperity of this country, we are enabled to pay taxes to an amount never experienceil before; but that the Legis- lature had taken care that no taxes should fall on the absolute necessaiies of life, such as corn, bread, meat, iish, and other articles, which are most severely taxed in other states : that, the great mass of taxes is imposed on the rich, and on those who can best afford to pay them ; that the taxes they pay are very heavy indeed, to which, however, they cheerfully submit, knowing that their property, their fami- lies, their freedom, and their religion, cannot be preserved by any other means ; that, amidst all the calamities of the rest of the world, we liave lost neither terri- tory nor credit : we have expended large sums, it is true, in defence of our Allies, and of the liberties of mankind ; we have sent forth great armies, m ho have raised the character of British valour to a height even beyond what it had reached before; and, at no period has the name of Britain ever attained greater honour and renown, and the manufactures, the commerce, and the revenue of the country, have never been in so prosperous a state as under the benelicent reign of the Sovereign, w horn it has pleased (iod to spare so long to us." 'ihe healths of Lord and Lad} Shellield were cordially drank, amidst repeated cheers; and an excellent song, written by the Steward on the occasion of the day, was then sung hy him, and received w itii the greatest a|)plause. Tlie principal "farmers, also, entertained their workmen and families, and tlie poor widows, and other persons residing in that exteuMx e parish, A a 162 who did not come williin the description of those invited, received three shillings each, from a fund which had been raised by subscription for that purpose. Hastings. — The dawning of the finest day that ever appeared in October, was ushered in by ringing of belU, fning of cannon, and music playing. A great many houses were decorated with flags, and proper mottos for the da}-. Large branches of oak, boughs of laurel, and evergreens of all sorts, ornamented the fronts of several liouses, others had devices suited to the occasion. Flags were hoisted upon the Church steeples. At the Custom House was a Crown in Glory, surrountled by a grove of laurel, surmounted by a large St. George's Ensign, and under the Crown this inscription : — " God bless the King ! Preserve h'nn long to reign, niid grant Him, after death, a Crown of Glortj T The service at Church was properly attended, and an excellent sermon preached by the Rev. Mr. Whester, the Hector. The Royal East -Middlesex Regiment attended at All Saints" Church. After service they pro- ceeded to East Hill, where, extending their files along the irregular summit, for about a quarter of a mile, they fired Sijeu dc Joie, whilst the band at intervals played " God save the King."' About the same time, the Sea Fcncibles fired a royal salute from the battery, and the Martello Towers continued a distant thunder from a line of twenty miles in Pcvensey Bay. The appearance of the Militar}', with tlie echo of the firings across the valley, had a grand and pleasing effect. Having finished three loud huzzas, which were ansMcred by the spectators on the Castle Hills, the Kegiment paraded the streets, witli tlie band playing, colours tlying, people huz- zaing, &c. Colonel Wood then marched them to the Barracks, where upwards of 1000 men, and the Ofiicers, sat down to dinner in the Barrack-yard, on roast beef and plum-pudding. In the mean time, the Mayor, J. G. Shorter, Esq. (who had exerted himself, with great loyalty and spirit, in making arrangements for the day), and the princijial inhabitants, assembled at dinner in the Town Hall, and spent the afternoon with the greatest joy and festivity. There was a bonfire on the hill, composed of ten waggon loads of faggots and combustibles, and a tar barrel on a mast, ,50 feet high. Fifty rockets were discharged, and many fire-works exhibited. A ball at the Swan Inn was attended b}- about 9.5V) persons, and in the room was a transparency of Neptune, yielding the empire of*the Seas to Britannia, in the Reign of George the Third ! The poor in the different M'orkhouses feasted on roast beef, plum-pudding, and strong beer. Every one had a holiday, the men and ^\ omen a shilling a piece to spend, and the children six-pence. A subscription was raised, amounting to £4=00. \s. 6d. from which 1850 peisons were supplied with 2880 lbs. of beef, 1850 six-penny loaves, 2SS0 pints of porter, CS72 gallons of potatoes, and a balance of j£l8S. left to be distributed, among 36 prisoners of war in France. HoRSHAjr. — The Jubilee was celebrated in the most joyous, loyal, and benevo- lent manner; the day was ushered in by ringing of bells, which continued till noon, when the garrison, consisting of the .Hst Regiment, with part of the L>'3d, and o2d, fired ajeii dejoic on Den-Hill, Mhicli was returned by the "\'olunteers in the town ; after which the regiments of the Garrison marched to the Market-square, and gave three hearty cheers, in which they- were joined by the inhabitants with 163 the greatest enthusiasm ; at three o'clock a large party dined at the King's Head. A subscription was raised for the poor, from wliich nearly l.qoo reccivecl 1 lb. of bread, 1 lb. of meat each, and money in proportion to tlie number in family. Lem'es— In the morning, the bells of the several parish Churches, and the great town-bell, announced the third occurrence of tbcJOtb Anniversary of a JJritish Monarch's Ileigu ; about eleven o'clock, the inhabitants a.s.seu.blcd at'their several places of religious worship, to return thanks to the Almighty, for the happiness bclftowed on this favoured land, by the long-continued life "of their mild and virtu- ous King, under whose i)enignant government they have enjoyed so many ble.^sinfs. Soon after one, the brave 8Cd Uegnncnt, dressed in new clothes, were draMn up on Cliff Hill, where they fired three excellent Jcu.v dcjoic, and gave three hearty cheers, their band playing "God save the King," after which they marched back to iheir Barracks, where the men were plentifully regaled with roast beef, plum-pudding, and strong beer, by their Officers. ^ — The Yeomanry Corps of Captain Shifl'ner anil Captain Reed Kemp, after attending divine service, also iircd in lionour of the occa- sion. The L^nion I'lag was hoisted at the New Shire Hall, and the town's people assembled with their worthy Representatives, at an excellent dinner provided at the Star. While these proofs of loyalty were celebrated by the higher and middling ranks of society, the poor were partaking of plentiful dinners of beef, and plum- pudding, provided by the kindness of their wealthier neighbours, and the whole d.iy was spent by all ranks with the greatest thankfLdness, mirth, and hilarity. In the Cliff, u])wards of 400 were plentifully regaled at dinner, in a large room fitted up for the occasion. In Southover, the poor were also liberally supplied with bread and meat, by the wealthy. In the evening, the Barracks were tastefully illuminated by tlie Oflicers, and a grand display of fire-works was exhibited both there and in the town. Newiiavkn. — The oOth year of liis Majesty's reign Avas celebrated m ith the utmost loyalty and patriotism ; the whole of tlie inhabitants who chose to partake thereof, were regaled with beef and beer, at the expence of the principal inhabitants of the place; the parties were entertained at three houses, and in the wluile. nearly 150 met on the occasion ; the utmost harmony and good humour prevailed, and every person seemed to hail the day with the greatest pleasure imaginable ; the A'olunteers attended di\ ine service, and aftervards gave in the ranks, " Long live the King,"' with three times three. About '20 of the principal inhabitants dined togetlierat the White Hart Inn, where the greatest joy abounded until about ten o'clock, when they departed, liiglily gratified, to their respective lioine>. Stanmer, — Earl of Chichester's seat. Among other festivals which marked the joyful commemoration of our beloved Monarch's .iOth year of his reign, the liberarand generally diffused merriment and charity of the Earl of Chichester among the poor of his estate at Stanmer, deserve to be noticed. Above 100 of his labourers, with their wives and children, .sat down to old English roast beef and plum-pudding, with plenty of strong beer. To the head of each family a new guinea 164 was given, and to tlie wives and children each a new dollar, and a Jubilee incdal. Fire-works were let off in the Park, and other demonstrations of joy noted the memorable day. The happy jieasantry closed their day's regalement by loudly and heartily uniting in the truly national Anthem of "God save the King."' Similar acts of nuinificence were given bv his Lordship to the several parishes of Falmer, Phimpton, and lioadley, in this county. WrsTov Pat!k, — The seat of Charles Goring, Es(|. was the scene of unbounded festivity. Its generous owner, with a degree of k)yalty and liberality worthy a true English Gentleman, entertained all his tenantry, and inhabitants of the parish in wliich he resides, from the most aged to the child in arms, amounting to 400, in the fine Grothic Hall of his ancient and venerable ^Mansion. In the course of tlie evening, there was a display of fire-works, and the niglit closed with a dance, in which all ranks joined with the greatest cheerfulness. WoRTiiixo. — About 2000 of the poor inhabitants sat down on the Stcyne, to the folloMing repast: — 1000 loaves of bread, 1 fat ox, 10 sheep, .5 bushels of potatoes, 200 cabbages, 3 bushels of turnips, 1 bushel of carrots, 150 rich plum-pud- dings, a large quantity of cheese, and 9 hogsheads of strong beer. Fifty Gentlemen of the town attended to carve and wait on the happy party, a band ])laying in th.e centre, the flags flying at the angles, and the Nobility and Gentry parading. The old men were furnished with tobacco and pipes, and the pipe and tabor were not forgotten for the 5'ounger part. At Rye, Rattle, and other places in this county, great rejoicings prevailed among every description of his Majesty's subjects; and loyalty and jollity were every where conspicuous, from the gilded mansion to the lowly cottage! The opulent farmers also gave very liberally to their work-people and others, and there were very few, within a number of miles, who h;j.i not the means as well as the will, to render the 25th a real day of Jubilee ! WARWICKSHIRE. "VVarm'ick. — The auspicious morn was ushered in with ringing of bells; public worship was performed at both the churches, chapels, &c. The ^iayor and Corpo ration attended at church, and most of the shops were shut up. A very liberal sub- scription was made, amounting to about ^J6"0. which was most judiciously applied to the relief of the poor; not less than 3780 persons received each 2 lbs. of meal and I lb. of bread ; ale was not given, in consequence of the large proportion of meat. The total quantity of meat given amounted to 7800 lbs. and bread 3780 lbs. 165 ton ouiiu-as were voted to the Couinianding Officer of tlie 103tl regiment, to he applied in iHirchasiui^- ale for the soldiers to drink his Majesty's health. A liheral supply of hread an 1 meat was also ijiven to the prisoners in the town and county gaols. Neither rire-woiks nor illuminations were permitted. Every description of people iinitetl a^ uilh one heart, in celehrating tiie day. Ai.r.Esr.Kv. — .V very handsome subscription was set on toot, by the Karl of (lonmell, the Kev. Mr. l?rcc, and other Gentlemen, to which the rest of theinhal)it- ants subscribed in a generous manner, and u|)\\ards of 400 persons were very libe- rally supplied with meat, bread, and beer, to celebrate the joyful day. B.XDOESLEv. — In the small parish of Baddesley every poor person received nioiiev according to the number of their familv, but none had le.'^s than live shillinus. BiRMrxGH.vM. — The morning was ushered in with the ringing of bells, and the shops were mostly shut throughout the town. A very general attendance took place at the different churches and chapels, and other places of worship, at the doors of which the sum of ,£.'510. lis. Id. was collected for the benefit of the poor; in additiv)n to which, the Itight Hon. Lord Dudley and Ward, with his usual libe- rality, presented i.''Jo. and Heneage Leggc, Esq. .£'0. After service the 4th Dra- goon Guards fired three volleys in honour of the day, as did also the Ilandsworth Volunteer Cavalry, drawn up in the ?>Iarket Place. — At three o'clock commenced the Druids' Procession, consisting of nearly 1400 members, from Lodges 17, 31, and 32, of the town, and No. 40, from \\'alsall, which was attended by a vast concourse of people. After proceeding round the Statue of Nelson, they attended divine service at St. Philip's Church, where an excellent and appropriate sermon was delivered by Dr. L. Booker, from the following text, I Pet. G c. yth and 17th v. The festival was commemorated in the evening, by different dinner parties at most of the inns and public places in the town. Edward Cairns, Exi. the Low Bailiff, gave a sumptuous entertainment at the Shakspeare Tavern ; amongst whom w ere the Mend^ers for the County, the Magistrates, Clergy, &c. kc. It is unnecessary to add that the evening was spent in tlie greatest loyally and good humour. — A circumstance which added not a little to the pleasure of the day. and the beauty of the scene, was the opening to public view the celebrated Bronze Statue of the ever to be lamented hero, Viscount Nelson. Everv thing was readv for submitting this statue to public inspection on the 121st, the anniversary ot the glorious victory of Trafalgar, but the Committee properly conceived that it would be better to defer the ceremony till the anniversary of his Majesty's accession, in order to heighten the joy of the public, on an event so interesting to the nation. At twelve o clock at nigiit, on the '-:4th, the signal I'or opening the statue was given, to usher in the morning of our good King's fiftieth anniversary, and such a scene ot poi)ular eager- ness was hardly ever witnessed before. Peace officers were stationed to i)rotec t the workmen, until the awnings of the scafl'old imr.iediately connected witli the monu- ment were removed, but this business was hardly a moment over, when the popu- lace broke down every impediment, and not fewer than .3000 people present imme- 166 disDelv gave three cheers for Nelson, and joininfir a fine band of music who attended, on the occasion, sung ** God save the King." The ioyal enthusiasm of the people vas not surpassed in anr part of the Empire. The Loc.il HiUtia, in the course of the day. formed round the statue, and tired a Jicm de Joif. The whole of the day was marked by patriotic festivity. — ^The tbUowing iiiustration of the statue was given to the public, and it is admitted that the artist^ Mr. ^Vestmacott, has fuUy snpported his high reputation by this work, and that it is in all respects worthy of the dignified and impressive subject. " In this \Fork. intended to perpetuate the greatest example of Xaval Genius, simplicity has been the chief object in the arrangement. The Hero is represented in a. reclined and digniSed attitDde. hb left arm reposed upon an anchor : he appears in the costome of- his country, invested with the insignia of those honours by which his Sovereign and distant Princes distinguished him. To the right of the statue is in- troduced the grand symlxd of the Xaral prcritession ; Victory, tlie constant leader of her favcmrite Hero, embellishes the prow. To the left is disposed a sail, which passing behind ■ je, gives breadth to that view of the compositioo. — ^This groop is sariBOi: -^on a pedestal of statuary marble. A circular form ha^ been selected, as best adapted to the situation. " To persoHifv that afTectionate regard which caused the present patriotic tribute to be raised, the Town cf Birmingham, murally crowned, in a defected attitude, is represenferd blooming her loss : she is accompanied by groups of Genii, or ciiii- dren. in allaskm to the rising race, who offer her coasolatioa by bringing her the trident and rudder. — To the front of the pedestal is the following inscription — •- THIS STAXrE, DC HCMiOR OF JJnUEAL LOED XH^SOX, WAS ERECTED BY THE IXHABTTAXTS OF BlRMtNGHAil, A. D. i^a^."' Castxx Bkomwich. — ^By a very hbnal subscription at this place, suriicient noney was ndiected to distnbate coais^ blankets, and various articles of wearing sf^nreL aisoisst the kbooring poor of the village. CoKPTOx. — ^Tbe Right Hon. Lord Willouguby de Broke caused aa excellent seriDon to be preached at his own chspeL, by the Bjev. Dr. ileade, to his labourers, :^iid a numerous cocgregpition ; after which they were ail direcied to the front of the iica5e. and bein? led by his Lordship's son. the Htm. Major Vernon, they sung *• God ss.Te the King." with three times three, conciuding with " Long live the ■Kins'.'' They afterwards partook of a sumptuous dinner, in his Lordship's hall, and die reoiaiiider of the day was spent in festivity and singing, witli plenty of good old foglish a!e. CoTExrmT. — ^At half past five o'clock in the -morning the propitious epoch was ■shercd in by the sdiitary band belongiii^ to the I4th Regiment of Light Dragoons wiaTJE:? " God save tte Kins.~ At six. toe 'tt.]^ at the uifi'eient ciiurches com- 167 menced their melodious peals. The :^fayor and Corporation attended at St. Michael's Church, where a most excellent and impressive discourse was preaclicd bv the Kev. R. Simpson, from Psalm 22d, verse '2Sth. During divine service, the " Coronation /\nthcm," and the '' llallelujah Chorus," were performed in a very superior stvle, by a numerous and able choir. At the end of the service the organist pla\ed " God save the King." At the other churches and chapels suitable discourses were deli- vered to numerous auditors; indeed, they were never remembered to have been so crowded as upon this occasion. The liberal subscription of the inhabitants amounted to £,736. 3s. by which upwards of 11,000 individuals were supplied with meat, bread, and ale. All the debtors in the gaol were released from confinement; and the criminal prisoners were, both in gaol and bridewell, pro\idcd with an ample supply of roast beef, and live shillings given to eacii person. The boys belonging to liablake had sixpence each, and plenty of roast beef and plum pudding. The women at Ford's Hospital, and the olil men at Bablake Hospital, received two shil- lings each. The 40 girls belonging to the Blue Coat Charity School received two shillings each, which were gratuitously given by the Trustees of that charity. The poor of the House of Industry were most munificently legalcd with roast beef, plum puddings, and ale, being the liberal donation of Lord Grey, and the ofiicers of the 4th ^\ arwickshire Regiment of Local .Militia. An excellent supper of old English cheer, roast beef, plum pudding, and ale, was given at the Barracks, by the Officers of the 14th Dragoons, to the men; they had also a capital display of fire- works, MJiich proved highly gratifying to numerous spectators. A numerous and respectable company dined together at St. i\Iary's Hall, B. Goode, Esq. Mayor, in the chair. At the u])per part of the Hall, a full-length portrait of our revered Sovereign, in the possession of the Corporation, was placed between two Corinthian Jatronagc of Lady Bath, after divine service, walked in procession from the jiarish church to his Lordship's most noble mansion, Avhere a dinner was provided for them in the grand hall, of plenty of roast beef, plum-pudding, cS;c. headed by the Clergyman of the parish chuivli; when the cloth was removed, the children each had strong beer set before them, ami his IVIajesty's health was drank with three times three, to the gratification of Lord and Lady Bath and companv. The domestics were ccpially entertained, and his .Alaje^- ty's health was drank 'with enthusiasm. Two Society Clubs were rcgalecl with 172 English hospitality at the Parish Inn, and plenty of strong heer was given them, at his Lordship's expence. His Lordship further extended his liberality by giving to upwards of 100 workmen, who were employed in beautifying that ancient building, as well as to the workmen employed about his Lordship's garden, pleasure-grounds, park, farm, &c. each of them a holiday, with their day's pay. INL^RLBOROUGH. — Besides the usual demonstrations of joy, by bell-ringing, firing, display of colours, &c. liberal donations to the poor, in proportion to their families, were distributed. The Mayor and Corporation, the Marlborough troo]) of Cavalry, and four companies of Loyal Volunteers, placed under the command of Col. Lord Bruce, with all the principal inhabitants, walked in procession to Church, after which, the several corps of military fired di feu de Joie in honour of the day, which was concluded in the greatest harmony and loyalty by public dinners at the Town Hall and principal Inns, and the festivity was continued the following evening by a ball at the Town Ilall. St. Giles's. — The Earl and Countess of Shaftesbury furnished upwards of 2000 persons, (including all the poor in eleven parishes in the neighbourhood of his Lordship's seat at St. Giles's,) with beef and bread, in the proportion of Gibs, of beef, and If lb. of bread to each individual. His Lordship likewise sent liberal donations of money to several other parishes, in aid of subscriptions, to be employed for the same purpose. Stanton Prior. — Divine service was attended in the morning; after which, the parishioners repaired to their neighbouring lofty hill, the Barrow, to partake of a plentiful dinner, supplied by the families of the Clergyman, and respectable Far- mers resident in thai parish. Two fat Leicester sheep were roasted whole for the entertainment, and good ale, bread, and potatoes, bountifully supplied. The villa- gers, to the number of about 120, like one large and united iamily, attended by the donors of their feast, evinced a lively interest in the cause of their happy assemblage, by drinking to his Majesty's health, with loud and enthusiastic accla-> mations. Syrencot. — W. Dyke, Esq. entertained 300 poor people with beef, bread, and beer; and all his labourers received full pay for the day, although no Avork was done after the hour of morning service. It was highly gratifying to see Mr. Dyke proceeding immediately from the Church to visit the dift'erent cottages at Fighel- dean, in order to satisfy himself that his bounty waii regularly bestowed, and that every poor man in the parish possessed on that day those comforts which could not fail to incline his heart to participate in the general joy which the occasion inspired. Thatcham. — The day was ushered in by the ringing of bells, and firing of cannon, the troop of Cavalry attended divine service at Church, and afterwards partook of a sumptuous dinner at the White Hart Inn. After an excellent 173 sermon preached at the Meeting by the Rev. Mr. Isaacs, from Psalm 21, verse 7, 150 poor fiiniilies were relieved by the hands of John Uarfield, Esq. who gave to each family half a gallon loaf and a shilling. Tottenham Park. — The Earl of Aylesbury displayed the purest feelings of genuine loyalty, by his liberal donations to his Majesty's least opulent subjects through his Lordship's extensive manors. UpMards of 5300 persons were sharers of liis munificence. The numerous peasantry in his more immediate neighbourhood were feasted on the lawn, with a plentiful supply of roast beef, plum-pudding, and strong beer. The Marlborough troop of Wiltshire Yeomanry Cavalry, commanded by Lord Bruce, fired ?i feu de joie on the occasion, and were afterwards regaled with a sumptuous dinner, and enjoyed themselves with their Noble Commander to a late hour. Warminster. — Six fat bullocks, six sheep, and 700 loaves of bread, were dis- tributed to the poor by a general subscription. A dinner was given in the Town Hall, for 128 Children of the Sunday Schools, by Mr. and Mrs. Ikooks, of the Angel Inn. The 5th Local ^\"ilts Militia, and "other military parties, assembled from the surrounding parishes, and were attended to the church by the Friendly Societies. WooLLEV. — John Jones, Esq. gave to 800 poor persons of that neighbour- hood, a quantity of bread, strong beer, and mutton, in the presence of a large con- course of loyal subjects. WORCESTERSHIRE. Worcester.— A Chamber Meeting of the Mayor and Corporation was held for the purpose of voting an Address to his INIajesty. They then proceecled to the Cathedral, as did the Worcester Local Militia, the second battalion of the So'th regiment, and the several recruiting parties stationed in the city. The sermon was preached by the Dean of Worcester, in a very impressive and persuasive manner, and was admirably adapted to the occasion. A numerous meeting of the nohility, lergy, and gentlemen, took place at the Town Hall, who voted an address, which avuig been\greed to, the High Sheiitt" proposed a subscription for releasing the v.ebtors in the'"county gaol, wliich was immediately entered into. At thiee o'clock 2:52 persons partook'of a dinner in the Long Room, at the Guildhall, on the occa- sion On the removal of the cloth, " Noii w>his Dominc" Mas sung, and inmiedi- ately afterwards the King was jyiven bv the Earl of Coventry, with an a[)propiKitc speech, which was received witli enthusiastic applause. Sumptuous tlinners were 174 prepared at the Crown, Star ami Garter, Unicorn, Bell, Hop IMarket, and other Inns; and the Masonic Lodge, at tlic Ucin Deer, was fully attended. — ]5alls, par- ties, &c. were held in commemoration of the day, and universal harmony pervaded every part of that loyal and ])opul()ns city. Between 4 and ^oOO. was distribnted among the poor, and many of tlie inhabitants were conspicuous in their particular donations. — Lord Dudley and Ward presented j£''25. to tiie subscription for tlie poor. Bewdlp^y. — ^152. were collected to enable the poor to celebrate the day. Early in tlie morning, meat and bread were given to about 2000 poor persons. Bromsgrove. — In honour of the day, tJic Bromsgrove Union Society rung a complete peal of trebles, containing 180.9 changes, being the date of the year in which his Majesty entered the 50th year of his reign. This intricate composition was composed by one of the Members of the Society. The day was spent in har- mony by the M'hole town. Dudley. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, the shops were shut, and sermons were preached in St. Thomas's Church and the Meeting IJouscs. The volunteer infantry after divine service fired a. Jcu de jo'ie, and were regaled with plenty of ale and an allowance of money to each man. A subscription having been previously entered into by the principal inhabitants, a liberal distribution of bread and money was made amongst more than 1400 families. Another subscription Mas afterwards entered into by a few spirited persons, for the purpose of purchasing an ox and five sheep, and the ox and two of the sheep were roasted whole, and dis- tributed, with three hogsheads of strong ale, amongst the surrounding populace. This distribution was conducted Avitli great order and regularity, and received grate- fully by the poor, who retired peaceably from the ground before three o'clock. 'I he remaining part of the latter subscription was expended in providing two dinners and ale for l'29old men and M'omen, whose united ages amounted to 90J0 years. Eight sheep were roasted whole in and near the town, and distributed among the work- men of several opulent manufacturers. Large parties dined at the principal inns, and every demonstration of lo}'alty and festivity Mas displayed on this hajjpy occasion. Evesham. — The Mayor and Corporation of the Borough of Evesham attended divine service, and voted an Address to his ]\Iajesty. From the liberal subscrip- tions of the Right Hon. Lord Northwick, the Earl of Coventry, "\\'m. Manning, Esq. M. P. (who gave 501.) the Corporation, &c. &c. together with the money collected in church, and the donation of a fat ox by the Earl of Coventry, the Committee appointed for the purpose of distributing amongst the poor were enabled to give four pounds of beef, and one shilling and sixpence in money, to every wi- dow, and two pounds of beef and one shilling in money to every individual of each poor family throughout the parish. Fladbury. — The Rector, the Rev. Staftbrd Smith, and J. W. Hicks, Esq. with the principal inhabitants of the village, made such a liberal subscription that up- 175 wards of 2()() poor persons leccivcd meat and bread in the follo\i-inj3: proportions : to a grown person, two pounds of meat, and a due proportion of bread and ale; to the younger branches, one pound of meat, with a proper proportion of bread. HiNDLEAP. — The young- ladies of Miss Martin's School having obtained a holi- day, proposed treating the poor of the parish with roast beef, &c. Their intentions having been announced on the Sunday preceding by the Kcv. Mr. \\'illianis, (who likewise contributed towards the expences of tlie entertainment), 101 poor persons, after attending divine service, assembled in the Green Court at Hindleap, Mhere tables were laid for them ; after dinner the King's health, the donors of the feast, Sec. were drank with sincere enthusiasm ; and a band of music being in attendance, all present concluded the evening with a merry dance. What remained of the feast was distributed amongst those whose inlirmities prevented their attendance. Snipsrox-upox-STOUR. — A liberal subscription of some gentlemen enabled a Committee to distribute to every poor man, woman, and child, a pound a half of meat, and threepence in money to buy bread, which were gratefully received. Ihe Rev. Dr. Jones preceded the Members of the Club and the children of tlie Sunday Schools to church, where an excellent sermon was j)reached by the Rev. Mr. I'.vans. The Rev. Mr. Ruck preached at the Raj)tist IMeeting; and the day was afterwards .spent with great cheerfulness and conviviality by the inhabitants in general. YORKSHIRE. York. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, firing of guns, and the display of flags from the different churches. At nine o'clock the Corjjora- tion assembled at the Mansion House, and partook of an elegant breakfast with the Lord ]\Iayor; after which they accompanied his Lordshi]) in procession to the Ca- thedral, and were joined by upwards of JO gentlemen iVom the York Tavern, where an excellent public breakfast had been provitled. His CJrace the Lord Archbishop delivered a most appropriate and impressive sermon, from Psalm 1C8, v. 1. Atter service, pursuant to a re(]uisition signed by the Archbishop, and several respectable gentry, a general meeting of the inliabitants was held in the Guildhall, when an Address to his ISLijesty was unanimously agreed to. Several parties wcie held in the city, to celebrate the occasion ; the poor shared in the geneial festivity, and 1)000 per- sons were regaled with meat, bread, and ale, from the fund subscribed for that pui- pose. Upwards of one hundred gentlemen dined together at Clark's Hotel, Sir M. M. Sykes, Rart. in the chair. The tables were coverctl with every delicacy of the season, displayed with unusual taste and elegance. Sir ^^■. Milncr and Sir M. Sykes each contributed £'20. to the subscription" for the relief of the poor. Sir >L 176 Sykes also sent a handsome sum of money to eacli of the l)enefit societies. Tlie Archbishop very munilicently directed a Hberal distribution of beef, bread, and ale, to he made among the debtors in the Castle, (()4 in number) ; also the sum of five guineas to i)e laid out in coals. The prisoners on the crown side, (53 in number), also received a liberal distribution of beef and ale, given to them by the Rev. G. Brown, the Ordinary, and iMr. Staveley, the Governor. The Brotherly Society, and the Farmer's Union Society, assembled at their respective club rooms, and s])ent tlie evening in the true spirit of friendship and mutual kindness. Ten poor women and three blind men belonging to Fossbridge Hospital, 20 boys clothed and educated in the Free School there, and 6 girls, educated by the said Charity, attended divine service, along with the Steward, Master, and Mistress, and Mere afterwards, with the tradesmen who work for the boys, regaled w ith roast beef, plum pudding, and malt liquor, by order of the Governors. — A donation of Jtl-iOO. was subscrii)ed by the Officers of the Carbineer Regiment of Dragoons, which was distiibuted amongst the women and children. The men had w liat money the}' chose to draw. After dinner all went to enjoy themselves, as eacli thought proper. The necessary pre])a- ration having been previously made, a signal was given by a hugle-horn at eight o'clock in the evening, when, instantaneously, the whole Barracks became biil- liautly illuminated, and appeared as if on fire. The arms of his I\iajcsty, in front of the Officers' building, was grandly displayed by the reflection of the lights placed round them. The motto " rive le (G. III. R.) A'o/ " adorned the top of the Hall. The evening was spent with the utmost conviviality, and no jarring string- was heard to confound the general harmony. Armeley. — In the morning the Sunday Scholars of the Established Church, to the number of 5110 boys and girls, went in procession from the school to the chapel, and after divine service, Mere regaled with cakes, &c. : 174 poor men and women partook of a good dinner of roast beef, provided for them at the school, after which the principal inhabitants dined together, and the day was spent in loyalty, mirth, and good humour. Bawtry. — Upwards of 500 persons were plentifully regaled with roast beef and plum-pudding, by the Rev. Mr. Armitstead. t Beverley.- -The Corporation went in a body to Church, preceded by Lieut. Gen. V^yse, his Staff, and the Troops quartered in the town, followed by the Free- masons, Benefit Societies, and towns-people. — After divine service, the troops were drawn up in the Marketplace, and fired three volleys in honour of the day. Bridlington. — A liberal subscription was made, and a quantity of beef, bread, &c. distributed among the poor. An elegant dinner was provided at the Britannia Inn, Bridlington Quay, Col. Creyke in the cliair, and a number of loyal toasts given. The evening was spent with the utmost conviviality. 177 Castle Ho^vaud. — The Earl of Cailisle displayed liis usual goodness, in com- niemoration of the joyful day, by giving large sums of money to the poor, and liberal entertainments, accompanied with" bountiful sui>plies f)f venison and hares, to the tenantry, work-people, servants, labourers, See. in the respective townships of iiis Lordship's estates in the neighbourhood of Castle Howard. Catterick. — After divine service, the Rev. (ieorge Chand)erluine, Hector of Wyke, and formerly Vicar of Catterick, give 100 bushels of coals, and a quantity of potatoes, amongst his late poor parishioners, as a mark of affection to them, and in iionour of tlie day. CoxwoLD. — The morning was ushered in by the display of flags and ringing of bells: never was a parish more united in showing their loyalty to their good old King : the troop of Newburgh Rangers assembled at half past ten in the morning, and went in orderly procession to Church, attended by their Captain, (Thomas ^\'ynn Belasyse, Esq.) when an appropriate sermon wns preached on the occasion by the Rev. Thomas Newton, from 12th chap. 1st Samuel, 14th verse. After divine service, the troops fired three excellent volleys in the street. Amongst a vast con- course of spectators, were Lady C'harlotte \\'ynn Belasyse, Lady Newborough, anil Lady Frankland. At two o'clock the troop had a dinner at the Inns in the usual style of English hospitality, given by their Captain, when many loyal and patri- otic toasts were drank. At eight o'clock they attended a ball, given by Lady Char- lotte Wynn Belasyse ; when her Ladyship with her party, the Captain and the rest of the Officers, entered the room, the band played "(Jod save the King," after which dancing commenced, and was kept up with great s|)irit until an early hour. On this Jubilee day every countenance smiled, every heart rejoiced; the cottage was as happy as the palace. To every one that could not aftbrd to make merry, money was given to rejoice. CoNisBROuGH.— A veneral)le parly dined with the Rev. II. Watkins, com- prising \6 old men of that place, whose ages amounted to (iO each and upwards. They were treated with roast beef and plum-pudding, with good old English beve- rage', strong ale; after drinking the King's health, pipes and tobacco u ere introduced, and the afternoon was spent in joyous comfort. Cravex.— The morning, ushered in by the usual demonstrations, was succeeded by a general attendance at the parish Church, and afterwards by a most libeial distribution, enabling the lower ranks to join in the festivities of the day. '1 he ball was of the most splendid and animating description. — The old Castle, by the polite indulgence of Lord Thanct, was fitted up in a very handscnnc manner. — 'J he ap- proach to the ancient pile was judiciouslv decorated with lamps, and guarded by a party of the Craven Legion, whose celebrated bands contributed their chcerui-- • sounds to the universal harmony and rejoicing of the evening. The Assembly rooH H) was most judicionslv, indeed magnificently arranged.— By favour of Lord Kibbles- dale, the live sets of military banners, of ■which is Lorilshi[) his possessed, tiom a c c 178 long and truly patriotic defence in the cause of his King and Country, were at a general recjucst on this occasion displayed, (and with great taste) within the com- partments of this lofty and spacious saloon, which afforded ample accommodations for two sets of dancers, of upwards of 25 couple each. Easingwold. — The day was ushered in hy the ringing of bells, and other demonstrations of joy. At ten o'clock the inhabitants proceeded to Church, Avhere, after divine service, a distribution was made of two shillings each to upwards of 150 poor persons, to enable them to join the festivities of the day. The gentlemen of the town sat down to dinner, at four o'clock, at the Crown Inn, Capt. Goulton in the chair, where many appropriate toasts and sentiments were given. Farnley. — The Anniversary of his IMajesty's entrance on the 50th year of his Reign was celebrated in a manner highly creditable to Edward Armitage, Esq. and the respectable inhabitants of that place, who, by a subscription raised for that purpose, distributed to every poor family in the township, a quantity of butchers' meat, ale, potatoes and bread. At eleven o'clock the family, tenants, and children educated at the Sunday School, assembled in front of the house, and Avent in pro- cession to the Chapel ; after divine service, the Sunday Scholars were regaled Mith wine and cake, and had each one shilling given them by INJrs. Armitage ; and the tenants drank his Maiest3''s health with Mr. Armitage. — Every person seemed highly gratified with the kind and hospitable manner in which they were enter- tained ; a number of the principal inhabitants afterwards dined together at the Inn, and through the whole of the da}', loyalty and harmony prevailed. Halifax, — x\lways conspicuous for its loyalty, and acts of public charity, was particularly so on the present occasion. Articles of clothing were distributed to 950 females, and suppers were provided for 780 men, at the different Inns. There were great public rejoicings, and festive harmony every where prevailed. The West Halifax \^olunteers, after firing a /cm de Joie, -were regaled by Col. Moore, at Brock- well, and the Ofticers of the corps afterwards dined at the Triangle Inn. The non- commissioned Olhcers of the Halifax Local Militia also fired ajcu de joie. Harewood. — Flags were hoisted on the Church and at the Great Lodge at rhe entrance of the Park ; and the day was ushered in by the ringing of bells. The tenantry of Lord Harewood, about 500 in number, assembled at the Church, and after divine service, marched in procession, attended by a band of music, to the hos- pitable mansion of his Lordship, and sung " God save the King," on the lawn. As many as conveniently could dine in the house, remained ; and such as could not, went to the Inns at Harewood, which were thrown open for the day, to all tiie inhabitants of tlie neighbourhood. yVt two o'clock dinner was announced, Avhen Lord Harewood took the head of the table in the great room, which formed three sides of a square, and at M'hich sat 1.90 guests. Different tenants presided at the other tables. During the whole of dinner a full band of music performed select airs. The toasts were appropriate for the occasion. At intervals tiie company was 179 charmed by the vocal powers of Mr. Bradhury, &c. and hilarity prevailed at the festive board till near eight oclork. A little before this time, Lord Haiewood retired, when the health of his Lordship was given by the Earl of Tyrconnel, and drank amidst thunders of applause. Mr. LasccUcs letLirned thanks, in"his Lord'ship"s name, and drank the health of the compaiiv, and of their families at home. He tlien gave "The immortal memory of Lord' Nelson." Mr. Henry Lascclles also addressed the company in a short speech, and gave "The land we live in ; and may tliose that don't like it, quit it." While these festivities were given to the wealthier part, the poor were all regaled at the Inns; money and clothinC^ were uiven to them; and the country people who were attracted to tlie spot, were" regakul with strong beer. At eight o'clock there was a large boiifnc, and a beautiful display of fire'^ Avorks. At iiine, two rooms were thrown open for dancing, a\ hich was continued with great spirit till one. Supper was then served up in the'gallciy : the decorations of the rooms and the tables did infinite credit to the managx-r ; transparencies (one of them an excellent likeness of the King) and devices of tiowers in ditfcient com- partments, had a most beautiful effect. At three, dancing was resumed, and con- tinued with great spirit till six, and about eight, all the guests had taken their departure, deeply impressed with the splendid liuspitality, the amiable condescen- sion, and the disinterested patriotism, of the noble house of Haiewood. It must not be omitted that the Lady of jNIr. 11. Lascelles distributed to all the poor boys and girls of the neighbourhood, a pair of stockings and half a crow n each ; and Lord Harewood gave to each of the poor widows half a guinea. Hedov. — The morning was ushered in Avith peals of bells, and a display of flags. At half past ten, the Mayor, Aldermen, and Dailiti's, with regalia — the \'olun- teers in full uniform — the Members of the Union .Society with their tlags — the Apprentices— and the principal inhabitants, i'ormcd a grand procession ; and, pre- ceded by a band of music, paraded the principal streets, and thence to Church. The ancient fabric of St. Augustine exhibited a grand and interesting speetaile ; it was crowded to excess ; and the beauty and fashion u iiich in the windows had graced the procession, now adorned the congregation. Divine service, w ith prayers suited to the jnirpose, was performed, and a most excellent and ajjpropriate seiinou delivered by the reverend Pastor. The Volunteers marclied to the C'hamp-de-.Mars, where they fired several volleys, and ajeu dcjoic. An elegant dinner was given by the Mayor, to the Corporation and principal inhabitants. The .Members of the Union Club dined together. Dinners were provideil tor the l)urges>es; tbrthecla.ss of aged and infirm ; for the Apprentices ; and for such of the NOlunteers as were not included in the other Societies; and distributions were made to the poor. In the afternoon, ale was liberally distributed to the populace in the Market I'laee, and all the women were regaled with tea. In the evening a display of tire-works was exhibited; and a ball concluded the festivities of this memorable day. Heslincton. — In the evening there was a bonfire on the highest part of the hill in the town field, consisting of several loads of whins, I'icc. which illuminated the whole country for many miles round. The villagers were regaled with several 180 hogsheads of ale, an ahumlance of fine Cheshhe cheese, and loads of brond, and- witli favours in their liafs followed an excellcnc band of music, playing- " God save the King,"' " Rule Ihitannia," &c. through the whole village, not forgetting to ciieer their donor, Henry Yarburgh, Esq. every time they passed the Hall. HuDDERSFiELn. — After the bells had been long ringing, divine service began at the parish Church, and concluded with " God save the King." '1 he congrega- tion being dismissed, the Gentlemen engaged to distribute the charity, retired to their delightful work. The public fund enabled tliem to relieve between six and «cven hundred distressed objects. The girls of the School of Industry also, and the children of the several Sunday Schools, along with their respective teachers, the same day gratuitously dined together. After service was over, the bells continued ringing for the remainder of the day. Between four and five in the afternoon, dinner was on the table, and the company assembled at the George. — Sir George Armytage presided. After dinner, several loyal and patriotic toasts were drank with enthusiasm. — The address to his Majesty was then read from the chair, and unanimously passed. The whole evening was spent in hilarity and good humour. Hull. — At day break, the Union flag was hoisted at the Garrison, and a royal salute of upi>cr at the Assembly Rooms, which was brilliantly attended by 170 Ladies and Ck-uiIc- men, amongst whom w ere many Military and" Naval Officers, 'i'lie benevolence of a great nuud^er of the inhai)itants of this town and neighbourhood, it is but justice to say, have not been confined to the public subscriptions. .Many of them treated their difterent workmen with a dinner and licjuor : and many displayed a still more extended benevolence. J. K. Picard, Ks(i. in addition to other relief given to a number of families in Drypool and Witham, distributed 700 .sacks of coals anu>ng them, according to their respective wants. Most of the Gentlemen posscssuig estates in this neighbourhood, gave money to the families of their poorer lenaiiU 182 and labonieis ; and beef, bread, and ale, to the men more immediately in their em- ploy ; the inhabitants of every village and hamlet were actuated by the same loyal ardour ; and dinners, suppers, &c. were given by the generality of the farmers to their servants and labourers. The amount of the subscriptions for the relief of the poor amounted to about ^800. HuNMANBY. — After a very full attendance on divine service, a Jubilee salute of 49 was fired in a field near the village, from three pieces of cannon. Two bar- rels of ale, given by H. Osbaldeston, Esq. were drank upon the field by the crowd who attended, and after several pieces of music, the whole concluded M-ith " God save the King," and an unanimous and hearty three times three. Mr. O. likewise gave an excellent dinner of roast beef and plum pudding to 60 children belonging to the Lancaster School, and ordered a shilling a-piece to be distributed to as many of the poorer inhabitants as attended divine worship, besides additional supplies of ale in the evening. Knaresborough. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells, firing of cannon, and other joyful demonstrations. A liberal subscription was made by the town, that every description of the inhabitants might participate in the general joy. A large quantity of meat, bread, &c. early in the morning, was given to those who chose to apply. After attending divine service, a part of the 15th regt. stationed there, were drawn up in the castle yard, and fired three excellent volleys, and gave three cheers, in which they were enthusiastically joined by a vast number of the inhabitants assembled on the occasion. Fifty rounds were then fired from a party of artillery, placed under the direction of Captains Nursaw and Robinson, of the Local Militia; this had a grand eftect, it being on an eminence 200 feet per- pendicular from a large river. At three o'clock, a number of gentlemen of the town and neighbourhood sat down to elegant dinners, provided at two of the principal inns, (one not being large enough to accommodate them). This separation of the company was not the least drawback on the hilarity of the day, as each individual was only anxious how he could best testify his attachment to his King: communica- tions, therefore, betwixt the two houses took place during the afternoon. Songs and toasts applicable to tlie day, with the best sentiments the heart could dictate or the tongue express, were given ; good humour and conviviality continued until eight o'clock, when the Gentlemen adjourned to the ball room, to enjoy the society of a arenteel assemblaae of Ladies, most of whom were decorated with some emblem of loyalty. Dancing immediately commenced, and M'as contmued Mith great spirit to a late hour in the morning. A second subscription having been made for the purpose of general amusement, the afternoon of the following day was appointed, when various articles of wearing apparel were given to those whose superior strength, art, or agility, were judged to entitle them to. The day concluded with a display of the most brilliant fire-works ever seen in that part of the country. A very handsome collection was made at the Church, which was left in the hands of the Ministers, to purchase warm clothing for tlie poor, and to be distiilnited at their discretion. 183 Leeds. — ^The day was ushered in by a display of flags, ringing of bells, firing^ of guns, &c. About ten o'clock, a most respectable procession of the inhabitants, chiefly with blue cockades, assembled in Park Place, to accompany the Mavor and Corporation to Church, attended by two troops of the 6th Dragoons, the non-com- missioned Officers of the Local Militia, the Volunteer Cavalry,^ the Churchwardens and Constables, the Masonic Body, &c. The procession was preceded to the parish Church by a band of music playing " God save the King," by Standard Bearers carrying two blue flags, with suitable inscriptions, &c. The Kev. Miles Atkmson preached a most excellent and impressive sermon on the occasion, from the brief but appropriate text of " Praise ye the Lord." The collection for the poor, after- wards, amounted to upwards of X' 100. There was a procession of 600 men, women, and children, from the Linen Manufactory of Messrs. Benyon. Benyon, and Bage. It was a procession at once the most orderly and gratifying imaginable. — The mana- gers of the separate dei)artments of the Mill were on horseback, with suitable devices, and flags. The men, women, and children, were particularly clean and Avell-dressed. They proceeded to the house of Mr. Benyon, and afterwards to the Mayor's, where the band played, and the people sung " God save the King." Mes.s. Clayton and Garseds work-])Cople paraded in similar order, and were regaled by their employers. At the Phix Mill of Tennant, Shaw and Cobb, 200 men, women, and children, were regaled witli beef and strong beer. MuLGRAVE C.'^STLE. — The tcuauts, and labouring persons employed at the Alum Works of the Right Hon. Lord Mulgrave, upwards of 700 persons, were entertain- ed in Mulgrave Castle, with the okl English cheer of roast and boiled beef, strong beer, and punch. The entertainment concluded with a display of fire-works. New Malton. — The day was ushered in by the ringing of bells. Divine wor- ship was performed both by the established church and dissenters. A subscription previously entered into for the poor of the place, enabled them also to particij)atc in the festivities of this memorable day. NoRTHALLERToy.— ]\Ir. R. Jackson gave a sumptuous dinner, and plenty of strong ale, to more than 100 persons enTployed in his linen manufactory. They walked in procession to church in the morning, and in the afternoon paraded round the crop with colours flying, and a full band of nmsic, playing " (iod save the King, Rule Britannia," &c. &c. The meat left at dinner was distributed to the lower class, by Mrs. Jackson. Norton. — The whole parish Mas made to rejoice; towards which, Major Bower, of Welham, contributed with his accustomed nuiniflcence of spirit. This noble- spirited gentleman also sent two guineas, and a brace of hares, to each ot the 12 freehold innkeepers of Malton. Richmond. — The morning was u.shercd in i)y the ringing of bells, &c. and at nine o'clock the 1st regiment of North York Local Militia, 1200 strong, now on 184 permanent duty there, assemljled on parade, and marched to church, when a most excellent discourse was delivered by the Hector, Mr. Goodwill. y\fter service, the national and patriotic song of " God save the King," and a tew appropriate verses to the old antl popular tune of " Rule Britannia," were sung with striking solem- nity by a number of men chosen from the regiment for that purpose, accompanied by the band. The remaining part of tlie day was spent in festive loyalty, unaccom- panied by one instance of unbridled mirth. In the evening there was a ball, at which was present the most splendid assemblage of beauty and fashion from the town and neighbourhood, that ever was remembered — cheerfulness and happiness appeared in every face. IliPON. — The morning was ushered in b}- a peal of bells, and other demonstra- tions of joy. At ten o'clock, the IMayor and Corporation met at the Town Hall, and voted a loyal address to his Majesty on the occasion : afterwards a procession to Church took place. After a very appropriate and e.\.cellent sermon, preached by the Rev. the Dean of Ripon, from Psalm ]3'}, v. 1, the procession returned in the same order from Church to the Market Place, where the 13th Regiment tired aj'c'ii dejoie, amidst the acclamations of the surrounding inhalfitants, who all seemed to vie with each other in demonstrations of joy and gratitude. Several select com- panies dined together at different houses in the town, and the evening concludeil with an elegant and splendid ball at the New Rooms, w^here near COO persons Mere present. A subscription having been previously opened for the benefit of the poor, a very handsome sum was distributed amongst them by a Committee appointed for that purpose. The Cross was brilliantly illuminated, and ale distributed to the populace. The kind aid, and liberal assistance and attention given on this occasion by Miss Lawrence, Lord Grantham, and the Hon. H. Robinson, one of the worthy Representatives in Parliament for Ripon, merit the highest praise. Saltf.rgate. — On the part of an estate belonging to jNIr. Osbaldeston, in the neighbourhood of Saltergate, is a conical hill, seen from Whitby and Scarborough by all the country round to Malton and York. On the summit of this hill the standard of England was hoisted, in the morning of the 25th, and in the evening, a huge bonfire was made by his tenants, round which they emptied a barrel of ale, with repeated cheers to King George for ever. Scarborough. — The Jubilee was observed at Scarborough with every mark of devout and grateful affection to the best of Kings. After a procession of the Cor- poration and principal inhabitants to Church, a large quantity of bread and soup were distributed to the poor, a liberal subscription having been made, not only to regale them on this happy occasion, but likewise for their further relief during the winter. Selbv. — The 25th of October was ushered in at Selby by the ringing of bells and the firing of cannon. A fine ship was launched from the yard of John Foster, Esq. called the Jubilee, in honour of tlic day. Most of the inhabitants of the town 185 were at some place of Worship, and a crowded cono-regation, at Church, were muc-h edified by a most excellent sermon from tlie Kev. Jolm'^Turner, from part of the I 1th V. 25th chap, of Leviticus, " A Jubilee shall that .50th year be unto you." At three o'clock, a sumptuous dinner was provided at the liead Inn ; most of the principal inhabitants of the town and neighbourhood attended, and had a most loyal meeting. In the evening, John Foster, Esq. gave a substantial supper to near 100 poor men ; several of the poor families had provisions sent to their houses, so that from the highest to the lowest the day was spent with the greatest enthusiasm of lovalty and patriotism. Sheffield. — The Jubilee began at Sheffield by an act of mercy peculiarly suit- able to the occasion : viz. by liberating on the preceding evening, all the prisoners of the Court of Requests ; so that on the Cjth not a single debtor remained in confinement either for the Manor of Sheffield or Ecclesall. Early in the morning, the bells rung a merry peal, vhich continued with little interruption, during the whole of the day. At ten o'clock, a grand procession proceeded from the Tontine Inn, to the parish Church. Ihere were several appropriate Anthems sung. Collec- tions were made at the Churclies and Chapels to tiie amount of £,^45. ]7s. Gld. for defraying the expence of great coats and hats, and a dinner, for 71 poor men of the age of his INIajesty, or upwards ; and in aid of the General Infirmary, and the Schools for poor boys and girls. After ilivine service, all the Military marched to an ele- vated and commanding piece of ground, a quarter of a mile from the town, when the Artillery of the Local Militia fired 21 guns. The Dragoon (iuards, after a general salute, fired a J'eic de Joie, three rounds, in addition to three admirable vol- leys. — The Artillery then fired .50 rounds. The concourse of people was great, and three times three cheers, at the conclusion, echoed through the skies. The brigade then marched back to the front of the Tontine ; and, after a general salute antl three hearty cheers, they Avere dismissed to their various dinner engagements, 'i lie JNIastcr Cutler, the Town Regent, the capital Church Burgess, and a most respect- able party of Gentlemen, dined together at the Angel Inn. The Ofiiccrs of the Local ]\Ii"iitia, the Officers from the Barracks, and others, besides a great number of respectable Gentlemen of the town, repaired to Messrs. Batty and Son's, the Ton- tine Inn, where a most elegant dinner was provided, m itli venison and other game in abundance : the wines were remarkably good. Dinners were given at almost every Inn in the town and neighbourhood. As H)'l poor men of the age of hi.s Majesty or upwards, were reported proper ol)jects of ciiarity, and the Committeo being restricted only to provide great coats and hats for the number of 71, on the suggestion of a very 'respectable character, a subscri|)tion was entered into on Thurs- day, for the purpo'se of giving to the other 90 old men a crown each, in order that they all might be Kings on the day of his Majesty's entrance upon the iOth year of his government. The subscription was filled in a feM- Iwurs, and it was accord- ingly dTstributed in the manner recommended. The High Court prisoners remain- ing in the gaol, were regaled with an excellent dinner, and good liquor to druik Ins Majesty's health, given to them by the Rev. .Mr. Hedges, of Thriburgh, and for which they were truly thankful. p .1 186 Skelton Grange. — Sir James Graham, Bart, of Skelton Grange, near Don- caster, distributed to the poor of that place beef, mutton, and bread, to the value of twenty guineas. Stamford Bridge. — The township east and west, entertained all the poor families and others, who wished to partake of the same, with a good dinner of roast beef, plum-pudding, and good ale. Sutton Hall. — Sir Charles H. Harland, Bart, celebrated the joyous 25th of October, by dividing a fat ox and a plentiful quantity of ale, amongst the poorer class of inhabitants of the neighbouring villages of Sutton on the Forest and Huby. Wakefield. — The morning was ushered in with the ringing of bells ; all the places of Public Worship were respectably attended by the members of their difle- rent congregations. The Royal Volunteers and the did'erent parties of Military in the town, marched to St. John's Church, where an able and appropriate discourse was preached by the Rev. S. Sharpe, Chaplain to the Volunteers, from Psalm 21, v. 4 — 7. Every Club in the town commemorated the day with festivity ; the non- commissioned Officers of the Wakefield Local IMilitia showed their attachment to their Sovereign, by a liberal entertainment at tlieir Orderly Room, of which their wives partook. ]\Iany private parties passed the day with that hilarity which the occasion naturally inspired. Several individuals with laudable liberality caused their poor neighbours to rejoice. My. J. Naylor gave a dinner of true English fare, roast beef and plum-pudding, to 2o of the oldest croppers in the town, the united ages of 20 of whom amounted to 1300 years. Twenty shirts and as many shifts were also distributed by him to 20 old men and old women of the ages of 70 or upwards. At the JAlethodist Chapel, after an appropriate sermon by Mr. Taylor, from 1st Peter, 2. V. 7, the Sunday Scholars, upwards of 500 in number, were regaled with negus and plum-cake. No illumination took place ; but a subscription was properly sub- stituted, by a public meeting held on Monday, to furnish the poor with comfortable clothing and bedding during the winter. Wansford. — John Boyes, Esq. gave 7 lbs. of mutton, 1 lb. of rice, and half a gallon of ale to nearly 70 families. The inhabitants proceeded to Nafferton Church, preceded by the Driflield Volunteer band. In the afternoon, a quantity of ale was distributed under a large elm, by the above Gentleman. Wetherby. — Tlie inhabitants made a subscription, and had two fat heifers and one large sheep distributed in the Market Place, amongst the poor, together with a proportionate quantity of bread, also some loads of coals. After the principal inhabitants had attended divine service at the Chapel, and enabled the poor to enjoy themselves, they partook of a most excellent dinner at the IMasons' Arms, where the day was spent in the utmost harmony and conviviality, each appearing to vie which could attest the greatest affection and loyalty to our beloved Sovereign. 187 WoMERSLEY. — Lord and Lady Hawkc treated the whole of the inhabitants with an excellent dinner and supper on the occasion. Whole oxen w ere loasted, and barrels of ale, bowls of punch, &c. flowed in abundance. The evening con- cluded with a dance among the tenantry ; at which " God save the King," and several other loyal songs, were sung by Greenwood, the Trumpet-Major to the Regiment, of which his Lordship is Licut.-Colonel. The utmost hilarity and good order prevailed. NORTH AND SOUTH WALES. Bala, Merionethshire. — At Cala the Jubilee day was celebrated by an attend- ance at the respective places of public worship, where collections w ere made in aid of general subscriptions in the town and neighbourhood, for supplying the poor with clothing and bedding. There was also a public dinner at the Bull inn, R. W. Price, Esq. in the chair, when his IVIajesty's health Mas drank, with the warmest effusions of loyalty, and the day closed with the utmost hilarity and good humour. Bangor, Caernarvoushire. — A very handsome subscription was entered into on the day previous, for furnishing the poor with coals and other necessaries during the ensuing winter. Li the morning, the IMembers of the Friendly Society Club Aralked in procession to the Cathedral, preceded by the Dean, Archdeacon, and re- sident Clergy, and followed by a company of Volunteers, commanded by Captain Roberts. After divine service, the Volunteers were formed upon the mountain which overlooks the town, which, together with the fineness of the day, had a most pleasing effect; several excellent volleys were fired, which were answered by the cannon from Port Penrhyn. In the afternoon, a large party assembled at the Penrhyn Arms to dinner, the Dean in the chair. After his I\la)csty's health had been drank, with three times three, the Dean, in a most energetic and a])propriatc address, submitted to the company a proposal for establishing a Dispensary for this city and neighbourhood, an establishment which he justly observed " would hand doM-n the commemoration of that day to the latest posterity." A liberal subscription was immediately entered into, both" forming a present fund, and by annual sub- scription. In the evening the mountains iii various directions presented a most pleasing spectacle, bonfires being displayed from their summits in every quarter. Brecov, Breconshire. — In commemoration of the day, a school was insti- tuted, for the instruction of poor chiUhen. A sermon was |)reached by the Arch- deacon of Brecon, and a collection made in aid of the above benevolent under- taking. A handsome subscription was also maile for the relief of the indigent, and the evening terminated by a ball at the Golden Lion. 188 Caermartiiex, Cac7^7narthenshire. — A congratulatory address was voted — there was a very lull attendance at the different places of XVorship, and a collection at the doors in aid of a general subscription for releasing persons confined for small debts in t'le gaol of the borough, and for relieving aged and indigent persons. There were also two public dinners. Caernarvon', Caernarvonshire. — The Corporation met at the Guildhall, at ten o'clock, and thence went to church in procession, the streets being lined by a troop of the 7th Dragoon Guards, and other military, when an excellent sermon was preached by the Rev. Mr. Jones, the Vicar of the parish ; from church they returned in the same manner to the Guildhall, where an Address ^ya.s voted to his Majesty, expressive of loyalty and attachment to his person and government. A dinner was ordered for .50 poor men and 50 poor women of the town, and all the prisoners in the gaol. A liberal subscription was collected, and all the prisoners confined for debt (that were considered deserving) were discharged by the committee ap])ointed to manage the subscription. Fifty volleys and a^t-^ dejoie were fired by the Dragoon Guards. The Corporation dined at the Sportsman Inn, where the evening was spent with great loyalty and harmony. The Jubilee subscriptions for charitable purposes amounted to upwards of £,liiO. Cardiff, Glamorganshire. — The Vice-Lieutenant of the county, the High Sheriff, the Corporation, the Cardiff' Troop of Cavalry, and the Military stationed there, attended divine service ; and the day was afterwards spent with the greatest loyalty, harmony, and hilarity, there being two public dinners — the High Sheriff' presided at one of them, and Captain Wood at the other. The Local Militia, quar- tered at Cardiff", were liberally regaled with roast beef, plum-pudding, and ^^'clch ale, at the expence of their Officers. Cardigan, Cardiganshire. — After divine service, a festive party, consisting of all the Gentlemen of the place and neighbourhood, sat down to an excellent dinner,^ and in the evening an Address was unanimously voted to his jNIajesty, and a sum of £,60. subscribed for the poor. Clirow, Radnorshire. — A general rejoicing took place at the village of Clirow, both on ^\'ednesday, the 25th, and on Sunday, the 29th, when the inhabitants were all regaled with beef and plum-pudding, and drank the King's health with affection and 2:ratitude. Conway, Caernarvonshire. — The day was celebrated with much loyalty. At one o'clock, the cannon were fired from the Quay, and in the evening, the fine ruins of the Castle were brilliantly illuminated, and was one of the grandest spectacles it is possible to conceive. The opposite mountains blazed Avith imnumerable bonfires, and frequent discharges of cannon announced the attachment of the ancient Britons to their King. Ale was distributed to the populace, and a subscription for the poor 189 ■»ras very cheerfully entered into, that they might also rejoice, and join their prayers and good wishes to those of their more opulent neighljours. CowBiuTXiE, Glamm-f^aiishirc. — A splendid hall and supper was attended hy a most numerous and fashionable company, comprising nearly all tlie respectable per- sonages resident within a circle of several miles. Loyalty, 'harmony, and happiness, presided till a late liour. Denbigh, Denbighshire. — The Corporation and inhabitants of Denbigh voted an Address to his Majesty. The Aldermen, I5ailifl[s, and Capital Burgesses, met at eleven o'clock in the morning at their Council Chamber, and went in procession, with the Rector and his Curate, attended by the Common Burgesses, the Inferior Officers of the Corporation, the Local ALilitia, and tlie Charity and other Schools, to Church, when a very impressive sermon m as preached by Dr. Myddleton, to a most numerous congregation. After divine service, they returned to the Town Hall ; and the Corporation, in their Council Cluunber, \oted their thanks to Dr. Myddle- ton, for his nujst excellent discourse. Li tlie coaise of tbe day, .30 cannons w ere fired from the Castle, and several volleys w ith a /i-^/ (/e./wc by the Local Militia. A most liberal subscription, at the head oi" which was Iv. 'S{. lilddtdph, F.sc|. for tbirty guineas; the lion. Mr. West, twenty guineas ; and JMiss Myddlcton, twenty gui- neas ; was made for the benefit of the poor. Fii'ty Gentlemen dined together at the Crown Inn, and 1,-31 of the other iidiabitants, the Local .Militia, and the regular soltliers on the recruiting service, with their recruits, were treated by the Corpora- tion with a dinner at the Bull. The day was closed with a public ball, and, in short, s])ent by all the inhabitants in a manner which fidly testified their sincere attach- ment to our beloved Soveiei"n. DoLEMEi.YNLLYX, Merionethshire- Mr. Bowes, of Dolemelynllyn, called to- gether upwards of 120 peasants, with their wives and chilihen, and feasted them on the grass-plot before his house, while he and his friends enjoyed the spectacle. The following letter, containing an account of the proceedings at Dolemelynllyn, to thc^ editor of a provincial paper, may be interesting to many persons, as a picture ot the gratification experienced by the lower orders of society upon this truly joytul o occasion •• Sir,— Being a farmer of the poorest kind, nearDolgclky, our maikei town, where I u-ually go oiuc a week on business, and in the evening, over a pint of ale, hear your newspaper read, winch la^t wei-k eontaini Iriends .st.iod hiliimloiir chairs, along with the c.mmon servants, without the lea.st prule in the world; they would gne us all cU.m knives and plates to eat our pudding. When the board was cleared, on cuinc plel.iy ot ale, .md lUu the 190 King's health, with three hurras. Next we were took to a large room, where the young folks danced until past midnight ; in the mean ti'me we had plenty of ale and cold meat. Never was such a happy '' ly, nevir, never, God bless the founder ! Now, Sir, I hope you will put this in among your news, for it is every word of it true, and a great deal more might be justly said about the feasting. I am sorry and ashamed that no better scholar than myself had not told you of this before. Your dutiful servant, &;c. &c." Doi.GELLEV, Merirmethshire.—The, morning was ushered in by an enlivening peal on the new bells, the incessant roaring of cannon, and reiterated acclamations of joy, until eleven o'clock, M'hen the inhabitants repaired to Church, and to other places of public Worship, to return thanks to the Divine Disposer of all events, for his benignity exemjjlified in the preservation of our beloved Sovereign, and the blessings enjoyed in his favoured dominions. At one o'clock, every male and female pauper in the parish participated in the festivity, being regaled with "Welch mutton, and as much Welch ale as was comfortable and proper : and there remained a surplus of a considerable sum of money reserved for the purchase of a quantity of flannel, the peculiar staple manufacture of the town, and each was supplied with a quan- tity to defend them from the piercing blasts of winter. At the same time, not a debtor, little or great, was left within the confines of the county gaol. At three o'clock, all the Gentlemen of the town and country sat down to an elegant dinner at the Golden Lion Inn, when appropriate toasts, songs and sentiments, were given. The evening was spent with the utmost conviviality, and in a manner highly expressive of their loyalty. Sir Robert Yaughan, though uniting in the general expence here, with that benevolent disposition by which he is so eminently tlistin- guished and characterised, distributed a prodigious line ox to the poor of his adjoining parish, in portions of 5 lbs. to each in a family ; and on the summit of that stupen- dous mountain called Foef Offrum, the splendent side of w hich adorns the verdant Vale of Dolgelley, he had ordered a bonfire, which Was of magnitude sulhcient to throw lustre over the greatest part of that highly admired vale, the beauty of which was beyond every force of description. On that spot his five large cannon were in continual roar, the thunder of which, from their elevated situation, must have been distinctly heard over the major part of the adjoining counties. His munificence did not rest here, for on the following day, a most elegant and sumptuous dinner, with an exuberant quantity of the choicest wines, was provided at his hospitable Mansion, of which most of the respectable Gentlemen in the county round most heartily partook. Hafod, Cardiganshire, — The seat of Col. Johns, jNI. P. A very large concourse of honest Cambrians, after attending divine service, marched in procession to lay the foundation of an Arch, of very large rough stones, eighteen feet wide, by thirty- three feet high, across the turnpike road at Bwlch Boteol, in commemoration of the event ; they then proceeded to the Hafod Arms, Devifs Bridge, where upwards of 100 workmen and labourers were entertained with beef, plum-putlding and cwrw. Hanjier, Flintshire. — The morning was ushered in by the ringing of bells and the display of flags. After divine service, which was numerously attended, two 191 large oxen, the one given by the Right Hon. Lord Kenyon, the other hy Sir Thomas Hanmer, Bart, and a line fat sheep, tlic gift of the Ktv. John Hanmei', tiie worthy A'lcar of the parish, were distributed, with a large portion of bre.id, elieese and ale, to the numerous oljjects of their liberality ; and a double allowance of weekly pay was voted by a Vestry Meeting, to those who were dc-|)endants upon parocliial relief. The two troops of Yeomanry Cavalry, connnanded by Walden llanmer, Ksq, assembled and paraded the village, and were afterwards regaled by him at the' Lion Inn ; a large party likewise of the 1st regiment of Flintshire Local Militia, attended by their excellent band, fired repeated Jt/a- de joie in honour of the day, and after- wards partook of a dinner, at the Jloyal Oak Inn, given by their loyal Commander. The neighbouring farmers assembled at dinner in the village, and spent the day in temperate festivity and dancing. Hay, Breconshire. — The day was observed with every manifestation of loyalty and attachment to our venerable Sovereign. At the parish Church, an excellent sermon was delivered by the Rev. E. Powell, and in the evening, a very numerous company attended a ball at the Swan Inn. Kidwelly, Cciermarthcmhire. — A congratulatory Address was voted to his ^Lijcsty; there was likewise a general attendance at divine service, and festive rejoicings concluded the day. Llandai-f, Ghuiinrgamhh'e. — All the debtors in the county gaol and prison in the county of Glamorgan, after being regaled with beef and plum-pudding, were liberated on the happy day, as was also the only prisoner confnied for debt in Swan- sea gaol, by the very handsome subscri])tion entered into by the (ientlemen, &e. of the county ; and there is still a considerable surplus, which will be applied to such charitable purposes as may be determined on by the Gentlemen present. Llaxdegai, Caernarvonshire. — Lady Penrhyn, with her usual goodness, distri- buted two fat oxen to the poor of the parishes of Llandegai and Llanllechid. and provided a sumptuous dinner at Penrhyn Hall for the most respectable inhabitants. The evening concluded with a dance. Llandexiolen, Caernarvonshire. — The tenants of .'\sheton Smith, Esii. were regaled with plenty of cwrw da, at the village of Llamleniolen, as were also the persons employed in the Cilgwyn Slate Quarries. Llandilo, Caermarthenshirc. — A meeting of the Nobility, Gentry, Clergy and Freeholders, of the county of Caermarthen was held, at wliich it was resolved to present a congratulatory Address to his Majesty. The Rev. 1). Prothero preached a very excellent sermon to a crowded congregation, which he was requested by tlic Meeting to print. After service, nearly 70 Noblemen and (ientlemen sat down to one of the most splendid entertainments that the principality ever witnessed; Loid Dynevor presided. Nothing that the most ardent loyalty could suggest was omitted, 192 and after the festive glass had freely circulated, the company retired to partake of the amusements of an elegant ball in the evening, which was honoured with the presence of a very large assemblage of Nobility and persons of distinction, who protracted the general happiness which prevailed until the following morning's dawn. Llanelly, Caermarthenshire. — The Church was fully attended, and the ships displayed their colours and discharged several rounds of cannon : there was a public dinner at the Falcon, and a ball in the evening at Sir John Stepney's Mansion: there was likewise a very handsome subscription for the relief of the poor, Llanfylltx, ]\Ionfgo}nerj/s/iire. — The Corporation of this ancient Borough and the other inhabitants of the place attended divine service, where an excellent dis- course was delivered by the Rev. Mr. Hassal, the Curate of the parish. — They after- Avards dined together ; and in the course of the day, fifteen sheep were apportioned amongst the poor of the parish, and in the evening, a sheep was roasted and divided amongst the populace. Llaxvigiiangle, Radiion/iire.. ■ — At Llanvighangle, Nantmellan, Percival Lewis, Esq. distributed a sum of money to the poor, sufficient to find each a com- fortable dinner of roast beef and pudding, and a quantity of bread was also given hy the gentlemen of the parisli. Llanymvnech, Mont gomer If shire. — The inhabitants of this village and its vici- nity, having made a very handsome subscription, met at the Cross Keys Inn, where they partook of an elegant dinner, and drank the health of our good old King, with three times three, Avhich was, by signal, immediately followed by firing 21 rounds from the Rock, and the blaze of a bonfire on the point of the Hill. Some excellent songs, trios, &c. were given, the Llanymynech band playing at intervals " God save the King," " Rule Britannia," &c. Aluch praise is due to the President, the Rev. ]\Ir. Ilowell, (who gave a most impressive discourse in the morning) for his mode of conducting the entertainment. At the close of the day a grand display of fire-works took place, conducted by the Vice-Presidents, ]\Ir. T. Yates, and I\Ir. Williams, Surgeon, who sent up two balloons in good style, to the great amazement of many of the spectators, to whom the sight was novel. A ball for the Ladies, concluded the celebration of the day. In these scenes of mirth and festivity, the poor were not forgotten; a large quantity of bread was distributed in the Church, to the relief of many needy families, out of the subscription money. ]\Ierthyr, Caermarthenshire His Majesty's numerous and loyal subjects in this populous place observed the day with the utmost attention and solemnity. After he time before Churcli service, was taken uj) with cheerino' the hearts of nearly 300 families, by the supply of a sum to each, to enable ■them to participate in the general ioy of our venerable Sovereign having attanucl the 50th year of his Reign. 'I'he IJailiifs, Aldermen, and inhabitants, went in pro- cession to Church, accompanied bv a band of music. Dinnc rs Mere provided at the principal inns, where numerous and respectable companies attended, and expressed the fulness of their hearts in loyal toasts and songs. At night a numerous assem- blage of persons resorted to a ball at the Oak Inn. 396 Wen'voe, Glamorganshire. — Robert Jemier, Esq. g-ave twenty guineas to the poor ot' tliat parish, and the same sum to each of tlirce neighbouiing parishes, toge- ther with a plentiful dinner, ale, &c. to all his tenants. WuEXHAjr, Dc/i/)iii/ishire. — The day was ushered in by early peals of ringing, which continued, at intervals, until a late hour. The Wrexham Yeomanry Cavalry marched in procession to Church, where a most excellent discourse was delivered by the llev. Mr. Jones. — They afterwards fired three volleys, and partook of a sumptuous dinner at the Lion Inn, (Major Lloyd, of Pen-y-lan, in the chair). His Majesty's health was drank with that enthusiasm which may be more readily con- ceived than expressed. Several appropriate toasts were drank, and the evening was spent with conviviality and good ordei'. INIuch to the credit of this long and Avell-established corps, tliey liberally contributed X'J"- to the fund, alieady sub- scribed by the inhabitants of the town and neighbourhood, to relieve the wants of the necessitous poor during the ensuing winter : they likewise purchased a ([uantity of fire-works, which were displayed on the evening oi" that day, and had a pleasing and splendid effect. The pau])eis in the parish Workhouse Mere bountifully regaled with roast beef, &c. and a cpiantity of their native ale; and those receiving paro- chial relief received dt)uble pay for the week. Richard Lloyd, Esq. Banker, in a very handsome manner came forward upon the present ociasion, by subscribing liberally to the fund, and undertaking to serve the poor w itii li\ e hundred measures of corn, at a shilling per measure below the Market price ; and likewise to furnish the Committee with any loan of money they may want, without interest. Most of the Gentlemen in this county killed an ox, and gave dinners to their tenants, the poor, &c. ISLE OF ANGLESEA. Bkaumaris. — A party of the Royal Anglesea Militia, and the Officers' Stafl' of the Local Militia of tlie county, paraded at Beaumaris, and marched to the Church, where an excellent and appropriate sermon was preached by the Rev. Mr. Williams, Chaplain of the regiment. A Jcu de Joie was then fired by the Military, and the guns on the Batteries were discharged. The Staff and Band of the regiment, and the inferior Olilicers of the Corporation, were treated by Lord Bulkeley to a dinner at the Bull's Head Inn, and the populace to copious libations of cwrw, to drink his Alajesty's health. At night, there was a great display of bonfires in the town and neighbourhood. The Corporation of Beaumaris, and the Officers, were entertained with a splendid supper at Baron Hill, by their Colonel, Lord Viscount Bulkeley, where several loyal toasts were given, and the evening passed with great hilarity. 197 Hexbt. AS — Tlie Jubilee was celebrated witb the utmost loyalty and liilaiity, at the hospitable mansion of Hugh Evans, Esq. A sumptuous dinner was given to a numenuia circle of his friends; after which, appropriate toasts ^^ere drank, each breathing the purest attachment to tiicir beloved Sovereign and eountrv. At the same time, his neighbouring tenantry, labourers, and their fanulies, to the number of about 1.50, were rcgaleil with beef, |)lum-pudding, and unhmited libations of cwrw da. The whole was conducted with the utmost good humour, highlv credit- able to the worthy donor, wlio is always forward to evince his unshaken adhe- rence to the best of Kinus. o Pi.ASNEWYDD. — The Jubilec Mas celebrated at Plasnewvdd, the scat of the Earl and Countess of U.\.bridge, by a distribution of beef, cheese, oatmeal, and strong beer, to the poor families, consisting of upwards of 700 individuals, of the parishes of Llandanicl, Lhinfair, and Llandisilio. A plentiful dinner was likewise given at the mansion, to his Lordships workmen, labourers, and their families. In the evening, there was a magnificent display of fire-works; and it may be added tliat the wcll-kno\rn loyalty and attacinnent of the noble owners of the place to his Majesty, was most gratefully seconded on this happy occasion by their numerous dependants. THE JUBILEE AT EDIXBURGII. The day was ushered in by the ringing of bells. An immense crowd of people filled the road to Leith, and increased by the procession of many Lodges, who met in Edinburgh, and marched down in ^lasonic order. The Magistrates, C J rand I-oilgc, Nobility and Gentry, &c. met in the Leith Asseinl)ly Rooms at nine, where a public breakfast was given. It was near eleven o'clock before the procession Ingan to move. The streets and road, from the Leith Assembly l{ooms to the site of the intended military work, were lined by the Prince of \\'alcs's Loyal Kiiate insignia, follow ed by the Lodges of Edinburgh and neighbourhood, in the order of se\>iority, ami 198 accompanied by a band of music. The INfasonic decorations were extremely rich, and the wdiole had a tine ettect. The ships in the harbour and wet dock, had all their flags displayed; and were, particularly those in the wet dock, crowded with an- immense assemblage of people. On many of them scaftolding was erected, on which were numerous parties of Ladies — the shrouds and yards were completely covered with boys. On arriving at the ground, the crew of the Egeria, who had joined in the procession, filed off to man the guns, wliich were to fire the grand .salute. These were rano-ed on the west side of the bason. The usual ceremonies of Masonry passed at laying the Foundation Stone, and appropriate speeches were made by the Lord Provost, and the Grand Master. Liscripfion deposited under the Foicndat/on Stone : — On the 25th day of October, in the year of our Lord I80fi,and of Masonry 58O0, the Riglit lion, the Earl of Mcira, past acting Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Scotland, in the absence of the tlon. W'iUiiuii Maule, of Panmure, M. P. acting Grand Master, laid the FIRST STONE of this BASTION, for the secuiity of the ex- tended Commerce of the PORT OF LEITH ; the day on which his Majesty King GEORGE the THIRD entered into the 50th year of his Reign, being chosen for the foundation of a Structure which is to bear his Royal name ; that a work of public utility, founded amidst the universal thanksgivings of a happy and grateful land, might commemorate, as the most suitable memorial, the Accession of a Prince, to whom, at all times, the jnost acceptable homage is that which marks the increasing prosperity of his people, Inscription on the Plate: — Regi Optimo, Patri Patriae, pio, dementi, benefico, virtutes ob insignes, tam privates quam publicas, populo Kuo semper carissimo, imperii Eritannici in rebus secundis decori, in arduis praesidio, GEORGlO TERTIO. Regni, quod, annuente Deo, sit longissimum, quinquagesimum annum jam ingresso, cives Edinburgensi, urbis prtefecto iterum Gulielmo Coulter, ai-migero, hoc monumentum posueruiit ovautes, VTII. Calendes Novembris, A. D. xAIDCCCIX. Translation. To the best of Kings, the father of his country, pious, mild, beneficent, by his great private, as well as public virtues, always endeared to his people, in prosperity the ornament, in dangers and difticulties the safeguard of iia l^ritish limpire, to GEORGE THE THIRD, just entering the 50th year of his Reign, which God pro- lona-, the Citizens of Edinburgh, in the 2nd year of the Provostship of William Coulter, Esq. rejoicing with thanksgiving, erected this Monument, 25th Oct. 1S09. When the business was over, the guns planted on the west side of the bason, fired a grand salute of 50 rounds, which was answered by the ships in the Roads, and the acclamations of 20,000 people. The procession moved back in nearly the same order, the junior Lodges only marching oft" first, to a certain distance, and then forming a line inside of the soldiery, through which the procession passed in re- turning to the Assembly Rooms. On passing one of the King's ships, then in the wet dock, the crew mounted the shrouds and saluted the Magistrates with three cheers. The music which preceded the Magistrates, in going and returning, played the King's Anthem. At twelve o'clock, the great guns were fired from the Castle, followed by Viftu de Joie from the regiment of Militia, drawn up on the Castle Hill. At one o'clock, the two regiments of Edinburgh Volunteers, with the ]\lid-Lothian and Trinity House Artillery, formed a line in Princes'-street, and fired a royal salute, &c. At twelve o'clock, divine service was performed in the different Churches and 199 Chapels. The collections, which Averc liberal, are to be applied to benevolent pur- poses. At five o'clock, a numerous body of Noblemen and Gentlemen dined to- gether in the Assembly Rooms. George-street. The company consistetl of about JOO ; and a variety of toasts, appropriate to the occasion, were given. At seven in tbe even- ing, the illumination of the j)ul)lic buildings, and fire-works began. Sicvwright's Hooms — his .Majesty's Printing House — Post Office— Register OHicc— Excise and Custom Houses, were most superbly illuminated with variegated lamps, emblematical devices, transparencies, &c. The Register Olficc far exceeded any thing ever ex- hibited in Edinburgh ; on the right was an end)lematical tran.^i)arencv of Commerce, with appropriate ornaments — left, a Sailor reclining on his arm — tlie centre trans- parency, very large, exhibited his Ahijesty seated, crowned by an angel, the enemies of his country falling before him ; behind the throne, on his Majesty's left, was pictured a Highland Chieftain ; the drapery executed by lamps suspended from chains : the crown, &c. had a splendid effect. These paintings were executed by j\Ir. Lizars ; the decorations of lamps, &c. by Mr. Smith. Excise Olfice, under initials and crown, had " Patev Patrice''' in lamps; the Custom House, "Anno Hcgni 50," beautifully executed. The inscription on the King's Printing Olficc, in gigantic letters, formed of lamps, was, " Long live the King." Mr. Trotter, Princcs'-street, exhibited two very beautiful transparencies. Messrs. Nimmo and Co. of the Adel- phi Soda Water \\'arehouse one — and Mr. Uriiuhart, George-street. — Tbe The.itre Roj'al (late Corri's rooms) had a crown, and G. R. in variegated lamps. J he weather was most favourable : a more delightful day and night liave seldom occurred. The streets were crovdcd by persons of all ranks and descriptions : and it may with pleasure be added that they dispersed at an early hour, without the smallest con- fusion or disorder. JUBILEE FOR JUBILKE; OR, FIFTY YEARS SHEPHERD FOR FIFTY A KIN'C. The following simplt nnd beautiful Verses, addressed to fits Majesty on entering the SOlh year of his Reign, are the production of an old intiabitniit of the (irampiun Uluunlains, xiho lives in the Collage m ittiick Norvul (in the Tragedy of Douglas) xvus bred. Frae the Grampian hills will the Royal ear hear it, All' listen to Noim:in the Shepherd's plain tale, The north win' is blawing, and gently will bear it, Unvamisli'd and honest, o'er hill and o'er dale, When London it reaelies, at Court, Sire, receive it. Like a tale you may read it, or like a sang sing, Poor Norman is easy — but you may believe it, I'm ffty years Shepherd — you're Jifiy a King. Your Jubilee, then, \vi' 7iiy ahi I will mingle ; Vox you an my sci' twa i'at lambkins I'll slay. Fresh turf 1 wdl lay in a heap on my ingle. An' wi' my auld neebours I'll rant out the day. My pipes that I [day'd on langsyne, I will blaw them, INIy clianter I'll leach to lilt over the spring; My drones, to the tune, I will roun' and rouu' thraw them, " O' Fitly years Shepherd, an' Fifty a King ! The flocko'Great Britain yc've langwecl uUeiwIed, The flock o' (.;reat Britain demanded your care ; Frae the todiivX the •j:oIj' they've bei-n snugly de- fended. An' led to fresh pastures, fresh water, an' nir. My flocks 1 hae led day by day a'vt the heather, At night llit-y arouii' me liae danc'il in a ring; I've been their protector tiiro' I'ouhind f.iir«eather, I'm lifly years Shepherd— j/ou'ie Fifty a King. Their fleeces I've shorn, frae the cauld to protect rac Tlieir fleeces they g.ive, w hen a burden ihey iirew ; Mhcn escaped frae the sheers, their looks did re- .•ipeel me. Sae the flock o'lireal BriUin still looks upon you, They grudge not their nionareha niileo'their riches Their active industry is ay on ihe wing ; Then von an' me, Sire, I think are tw.i iiiatthcs— I'ui 1 iliv years Shepherd — you're liliya King ' 200 Me ui' my sheep. Sire, and you wi* your suhjects, On that festive day will buitli gladly rejoice ; Oar twa houry heads will he fu' o' new projects, To please our leal vassals that made us their choice. Wi' sweet rips o'hay I will treat a' my wethers. The juice o' t!ie vine to your lords you will bring. The respect tliey hae for us is better than brithers, I'm Fifty years Shepherd — you're Fifty a King. I live in the cottage where Norval was bred * in. You live in the palace vour ancestors rear'd ; Nae guest uninvited dare come to our weddin'. Or ruthless inz-adcr pluck us by the beard. Grampian Hills, Oct. 1809. * Vide Douglas, Then thanks to the island we live, whar shipping S^viin round us abreast, or like geese in a string, For safe, I can say, as my brose I am sipping, I'm Fifty years Shepherd —you're Fifty a King ! But ah ! Royal George, and ah ! humble Norman, Life to us baith draws near to a close ; The year's far awa that has our natal hour, man, Thi^ time's at our elbow that brings us repose ! Then e'en let it come, Sire, if conscience accjuits us, A sigh frae our bosoms death never shall wring ; An' may the niest Jub'lee ainang angels meet us, Tohailtheauld Shepherd, and worthy auld King. Is'ORMAN NICHOLSON, a Tragedy. THE JUBILEE AT DUBLIN. Dublin'. — The Jubilee was celebrated in tliis citj' with a spirit of lovalty and patriotism in the highest degree honourable to the feelings of the inhabitants. The dinner at the rotunda was magnificent. His Grace the Lord Lieutenant was pleased to honour the company with his presence, and remained in the rooms until a very late hour. Upwards of 500 persons Mere assembled, together with all the nobility in town, several of the Judges, tlie Attorney and Solicitor General, the Commander of the Forces, and a number of General and Staff Officers, the Right Hon. W. W. Pole, Sir E. B. Littlehales, Sir Charles Saxton, the Commissioners of the Kevenue, the Lord Mayor and Sheriffs, and several of the board of Aldermen, &.-. Soon after seven o'clock, dinner was served, MJiich was laid out in the circular room, at one end of which was exhibited a magnificent transparency, representing his Majesty and the Royal Family, with various emblematic figures, the composition of Mr. Williams, which deserved and received the highest approbation. At the different tables, the Lord Mayor and several jNIagistrates presided — every table was full, and never were guests served with a more exquisite banquet. The wines were circulated in profusion, and when the health of our great and good King was announced, it was received with an enthusiasm never exceeded on any former occasion. Immediately after this toast was drank, a full band placed in the orchestra, performed an ode composed for the occasion, and set to music by Mr. Logler. After the ode, the following toasts M'ere given : — Prince of Wales, Queen and Royal Family, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, the Archbishop of Dublin, and the Church of Ireland, &c. &c. At about half past three o'clock, his Grace the Lord Lieutenant, who appeared highly delighted with the happiness manifested in every countenance, gave as a toast, "The Lord Mayor's health," which was drank with three times three. His Lordship then gave his Grace's health, which was received with rap- turous expressions of pleasure, and drank in the same manner. His Grace was 201 pleased to notice this attention in the kindest manner, and having in a short speech thanked his Lordship and the asscmhled company, depai ted to his rarriagc. Tlicrc never was known an entertainment hetter or more s|)lcndidly conchictcd ; and it is difficult to sa)', whether the Lord Lieutenant appeared more dclilioi) of Cork, excited universal attention ; his Lordship very happily selected for his text, 2 Kings, c. 23, v. 25 : — " And like imto him was there no King before him, that turned to the Lord with all his heart, and with all his soul, and Avith uU his might, according to all the law." Lidependent of the numerous company that ilined at the Rotunda, to celebrate the Jubilee, almost every public room in town was occu- pied by parties, who assembled together in clubs and convivial meetings in honour of the day. Thursday being the second day of the Jubilee, a grand illumination took place in the evening, and a brilliant display of fire-works at St. Steplien's Green. On Friday, the third day, the Jubilee was concluded by a grand ball and supper at the Rotunda, at which their Graces the Lord Lieutenant, the Duchess ot Richmond, Lady Mary Lenox, and their suite, were present. Her Grace appeared in Windsor uniform, with a profusion of diamonds. The rooms were most elegantly decorated with emblematical paintings and devices suitable to the occasion ; and being extremely well lighted, the whole had a most brilliant eifect. 'J"o describe the whole company would be impossible ; it consisted of all the rank and fashion in town, with most of the respectable citizens. — Crowds of beautiful women were seen promenading the different rooms- the ball was opened by Lady Mary Lenox and Mr. Pole, and the dancing continued until a late hour. The Windsor uniform was much worn by the Gentlemen. The supper was announced at one o'clock, at which upwards of 1000 persons were accommodated. Several delightful catches and glees were sung, and at intervals a band of nmsic contributed to the general festivity of the evening. Their (iraces did not leave the room until past three o'clock, and the whole company did not separate till a much later hour. The celebration of the Jubilee was not merely confined to the Capitals of the Sister Kingdoms, but spread to the remotest corners of each. Tliis, in every point of view, is a pleasing consideration, and constitutes an uncfpiivocal juoot ot that union and liarmony "of sentiment, \ihich now prevails over, and in particular is so essentially necessary to the welfare of this once distracted lanil. K f 202 TJie Islands of Guernsey, Jerse}', St. Vincent, Antigua, &c. celebrated the day with equal demonstrations of enthusiastic ardour; in short, those M'ho had the hap- piness of witnessing the gratifying scene in any place, or whoever peruses tliese pages, must, it is presumed, be satisfied, that the beloved jNIonarch of these Realnis reigns indeed in the hearts of an aftectionate and grateful people. . '';;/-.! 'to tii.eioJ* fO '->: " .M •| tudo'Jfia'; ADDENDA. (isiii^r Albrigiitox, Shropshire. — All the poorer inhabitants of this j)arish mcic feasted by the more opulent, who liberally subscribed for the occasion ; and more than Coo persons, old and young, received I lb. of meat and 1 lb. of bread per head. The Royal Oak Volunteers, consisting of 120 men, of the parishes of Donington, Albrighton, and Boningale, met, and tired a J'eu de joie, Avent to Church, and after- wards dined together. All hearts and voices sang "God save the King." AspLEY Guise, Bedfordshire. — The Jubilee was commemorated by Mrs. Wright, by entertaining \60 of the young Gentlemen, with upwards of forty geese and a suitable quantity of apple pies for their dinner. The ai'ternoon was spent in various amusements, and in the evening, punch and cakes were proi)erly distributed, when " God save the King," and several other appropriate songs, concluded the grateful remembrance of the day. DoNixr.Toy, Shropshire. — A sum of money was raised by subscription, and expended in tlie purcliase of bread and meat, which were distributed to the poor of tlie parish, at the neighbouring town of Shiffnal, each family receiving a quantity |)roportione(l to the number of which it consisted, and a considerable sum was left to admit of a further distribution the ensuing Christmas. Divine service was per- formed in the Church, which was numerously attended. Medmenham, Buckinghamshire. — The whole of the poor of the paiish of Afed- menham were treated by Mrs. Scott, of Danesfield, and on the following Saturday, they were all again treated by the parishioners. Renholt, Bedfordshire. — Tiie poor were liberally supplied with bread, beef, and beer, and the tenants regaled with a good dinner, and plenty of punch, by order of J. Polhill, Esq. whose loyalty and attichment to his Sovereign is surpassed only !)y his liberality to the poor and indigent. In the evening, there were a bonfire, fire-works, and other demonstrations of joy. 203 Sudbury, Dcrbi/shire. — Lord Vernon regaled the poor men, women, and chil- dren, within the parish of Su(ll)ury, and many others, at his hospitable mansion there, with roast beef, plmn-puddiiiiJ-, and plenty of ale. — 'I lie tenants ot" his Loid- ship were likewise entertained in the evening with pnncli, &c. and the greatest loyalty and conviviality prevailed. — The Kev. Frederic Anson, the tenants, &c. entered into a very liberal subscription, to provide the [)Oor with clothes, coals, &c. during the winter. Piinled by K. Jabet, Herald Office, Birmingham. university ot California SOUTHERN REGIONAL LIBRARY FACILITY 405 Hllgard Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90024-1388 Return this material to the library from which it was borrowed. gm NOM 26 193 NOV 1 31997 Forr ^ly 5 0<'