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    • TO TI1E EDITOR OF THE NORTHERN STAR.
    • LONDON.—A lecture was delivered in the Bootmaker's Charter Association Room, Star Inn, Golden-
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      WSKOQMB THS NOBLE PATRIOT ' , HP HE Public Entry into Leeds of FEARGUS ± O'CONNOR will take place en Tuesday , the 28 lh . ' The PROCESSION will assemble at tud Wft' ^ 'on UUl Huriw , Hpibeek Moor , at Half-past four o'Glock in the aftern ^ ,- an « »*«* preci ^ y ** Ry « o'clock , in the order following i ~ Two Marshals on Horseback . The National Charter Association Banner . Band of Music . . The Committee , Two and Two . Large Green Silk Bknner . —Female Chartists . MR . O'CONNOR , In a Carriage drawn by Fonr Grey Horses . Members of the National Charter Association , Four a breast .

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      . BIRMINGHAM DEMONSTRATION . . ( Cviehtdidfrom vurfnt pr ' Ai &e e \ o » of the BeegBf , ** ^ J ., ^^ u ^ tbn at bx * - clock in . tb ' j eT ^^ Accordingly , the lS ^^^^ l ^ dMe ¦* *• There » mb presr ^ t—from Bboxsobot * _ Ht a proa * aad Jit Hayie , and Jtn . Cooper fr ^ ^ a ^ j ,,, BEDDTTC « - a _ Mj- Q ^ t ^ jf ,. piBfieii BtoUK ^ mugE—ntm OitLUoa aad Itr-Farbe * . "WOi ; TEBJLi . Kprox—Mr . Hogg and Mr . Fanner . G ^ 'rsvTKT—Mi . Baekney tad Mr . Hirtopp . SVasttick * xd Leami > sios—Mr . DosaldsoB . Siaffordshu * . ! Pottsribs . —Mr . M . SimpBoo aad l £ r . H . Sharp * . Kiddkrkixster—Mr . Tntnec , Mr . CLaritou , Mr . XUcisn , and Mr . Sharpe . Mr . James Lhach presided .

      Mr . R K- Phiip aid the Exeeatire had availed fhemaelrei of thia opportunity of oiling the delegates together , to Ieam fram them the state of Chartism In the places th * y represented , and to m&ke known the line of ictian which the Executive had laid down , in trda to ascertain bow far their recommendations corresponded with , the sentiments and feelings of the Chartists general !? . The delegates then , in soeeesdon , gare in reports of Bie progress of Chartism in their localities . From their statements , it appeared that the principles are rapidly spreading ia the middle aad working ranks ; and that if a little energy and perseverance in the work of organisation , were resolved upon , the harrest would prove abundant Lecturers , it appeared , were much needed ; and the necessity of nuking adequate proTielon to sire information to many thousands of anxious Inquiries npon the nature of Chartist designs , was powerfully impressed npon the attention of the Execative .

      In the eoiirse of the proceedings , Mr . F . O'Connor entered , and was loudly cheered . Addresses of a congratulatory description were- presented to Mr . O'Connsr , frem Bronisgrore , Potteries , 8 toTrrbridge , Bath , and other places . The Belegites then resumed their reperts , and made several recommendations for future action . Each Member of the Executive addressed them on the necessity of unity ' ¦ ¦»* increasing perseverance ; and the President announced that ike Executive farther required the attendance of the Delegates on ths followiag morniEg at eleTen o'clock . Ihe meeting then broke no .

      MO ? TDAY EVENING . After the demonstration had passed over wkh so jnuch gratification to eTery loyer of liberty , the enthujj&sm seemed still to lighten every heart , and although no lecture was announced , the Association meeting room in Freeman-street was crowded . Two members of the Union ware despatched to Mr . Mason , to see if he could leave the delegate meeting , which was then sitting , and go to the room to lecture . This was instantly complied with , and a most enthusiastic meeting closed the proceedings of the day .

      TUESDAY HOTOflNQ . Tke Executive aad Delegates assembled at the hour appointed . Mr . Leach said—We are now assembled for the purpose of completing what we last night began , informing you ef the plan of operation we have laid down ; and impressing on you , that you may further urge on your "various localities , the necessity of harmonious , energetic , and unremitting exertion . I trust the time has aimed when the working classes are con-rinoed that to save themselves from utter destitution and misery , they must unite with na to carry out a peaceful struggle against hateful iiyustice and oppression . ( Hear , hear . ) I will not at present remark further upon t * " « subject , bat call upon Dr . M'Douall to give you a brief oaUine of the task * ra hare allotted ourselves , and the method of agitation which the General Council and all oui Members will be required to aid us in carrying out .

      Dr . M'DOITall said—I feel great pleasure in rising to e » mmunicate to the Delegates who are here , an important line of actioa , which win , if entered upon with spirit , and judiciously managed , effect the principle of our great cause . ( Hear , hear . ) We have thought it wise as an ExecutiTe in the first place , to Tisit the populous districts of the county , particularly those large towns where divisions may exist , — ( hear )—and where our presence may be necessary to remoTe obstacles in the way of the agitation , and instil greater energy into the people . iHear , hear . ) We do net consider that as a sitting body we would be able to effect our objects S 3 speedily , and , therefore , we decided on becoming an afptying body , visiting all considerable towns , consolidating , 4 c associations , and giving advice

      to , and receiving instructions from the people . Hear , bear . ) We will , for instance , proceei next to London , because at this time , when the great trades of the metropolis are moving , it is of aeriou 3 importance that our presence in London should restore confidence amongst the working men , and put a stop to dissension and difference—if our efforts can effect the one , and our reason can prevent the other . I admire Mr . O'Connor for the wisdom he has displayed in leaving the caae in- the hands of the Executive according to the desire of the members of the association , being one of the delegates assembled , and of ths people themselves , ( Hear , hear . ) I have always found Mr . O'Connor ready to be guided fey the will of the people , and he who will ahap « his actions according to the wishes of the majority at all

      tjmp * , ought not only to be the man of the people ' s choice , but at the same time , is deserving of oui respect , confidence , and esteem . ( Loud cheering . Having decided this one first cours 9 , which I perceive you approve cf and applaud , I will next direct yom attention to the farther measures we propose . W « eoneerre that a National Petition Bhould be drawn ui and univBTsaHy signed throughout the country . ( Hear , bear , and cheers . ) We will prepare the heading of tht Petition , and print it ( Hear . ) We will likewise state the exact breadth of the Petition sheets so that thej may be uniform—( hear , hear )—and to give impetus t < public opinion , and importance to the grand Petition itself , we propose to summon a Convention , to meet ii Ixmdon , elects ! by the people , and representing then

      in that body which , in my opinion , will be the mosi important held in thu country . ( Loud cheers . ) I havf been informed that several of the glorious thirty--aim in the House cf Commons will sit upon the Convention and advocate and advance our principles . ( Loud cheer ing . ) I win rext allude to the arrangements mads foi the purpose of summoning the Convention . Equa representation i 3 what we desire ; and certainly Mr O'Connor was Te-y happy when he said , that when twe Englishmen , one Scotchman , one Irishman , aad om Welchmin were on the Executive , the ptcple feat ! Bhown their determination to do justice and to hav ; fair and eqnal representation for the people of these kingdoms . \ Hear , hear , hear , and loud cheering . ; We claim to effect the same , therefore , leaving

      Scotland , Ireland , and Wales to fix their number oi dele gates , we at ones mme twenty-four representatives fo all England , i Cheers . ) Beginning Northward , \ re con ceive that Northumberland and Durham should dec one ; Cumberland and Westmoreland , one ; Yorkshire forr in embers , to be paid , and two , probahl ; O'Connor a-cl another , to be unpaid . We propose t give Lancishirs two members ; Chc&h ' re mil hive one Derbj , Leicester , and Nottirghamsfcire can sappor two , and liic'wise agitate the counties of Lincoln an < Rutland : Stanordshire can support one member , ani asitats the neighbouring county of Salop ; Warwick ckl vrorcestershires can support two ; Moamouth ani Hereford each one ; Gloucester and Somerset can rap port two , and agitate and unite with it the county o

      T 7 iit 3 ; Devonshire and Cornwall can support oa delegate , agitatice Dorsetshire , Hants , acd Sussex ; th Isle o ? Wi ; ht can seud tv . T ; Essex , Middlesex , Surrey and Kent are to elect three members ; Norfolk ani Sofoik send one member , agitating also Cambridge shire . There are remain j to be agitated five counties which are tco poor to support members , and too littl alive to comprehend our principles , but vhich mus be organised and agitated from the metropolis . The& are tie counties of Hustingilaii , Bedford , Backs , Hert ford , and Beris . 1 have now , gentlemen , given yen ai outline of our future movements . I have chalked i doTra to you , ani jot ; cannot avoid perceiving it importince , and ac ' . iij up to ia instructions . : Cheers , I Trill £ n : vTly allu-ie to ihs means of carrying out sue ! gigantic objects . . Hear , " near . , Union is the first thin to be secured anor . z -i us , —{ hear . fcsar >—and if w

      struggle to enact thu . ; r-n may reiy upon it that a mor gigantic effect Trill bs produced than mere organizitior I allude to ths carrying i .-- -t of the great Charter of yon future liberties . Loni cheers . ; We intend to mal : a common fund , thct is to say , to have a Conventio Pund in the tLnds of the principal secretary of th National Charter Association , out of which an equ : salary will be paid to the mem ^ s of the Cosventici We desire eqna'dty in the payment of members . rHcar Having stattd to yon the great objects we have t effect , you will perceive that our duties are important and I may say , in ths name of my brother delegate that fcbes-3 objects we mu 3 t and will effect in spite c party opposition , snd the power of our eneorU 3 backe ty ths rabid Tories oi the weeping Whigs . ( Laughter These objects \ re will now strive to gain , and when one launched forth : n the cause , ii will be a stiff breeze th : wQl make tho Executive bark return to port ( Lou

      cheers . ) Mi . Camflell jiated that during the last six week ferry-two additional town 3 [ bad joined the Association in saverai towns where there had been Working Men AssodAtions thej had beea dissolTed , and the N : tional Charter Association established . He made it point of duty , ibe moment he eould discover that an body c * men h * d met in any town on the demecrati principle , he immediately wrote to that town . I fact , correspondence was beeeming Terr heavy , an in fact , he hesitated net to Bay , what with the feelin

      he pwceived manifested at the present moment in B : TTntt g hun ^ and the nation at large , be hesitated not say , that if the Association continued to progress as is doing now , before Christmas he could not be at i ai > lfe to fulfil the onerous duty of his office ; and be w proud to . state at the present moment there , was cot sifigh ltiter unanswered , and they must recollect th ao K 3 E 3 as Kventeen tetters in one day was no id vork to aiswer . He hoped for the future tho errors the pa » t w » nld be forgotten and forgiven , and that i yroaii . uirfUto obtain iaafcee for aH .

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      V rf . K . Philp said he deeply felt the responsible n ^^ oflfwiS thVExecatiTi body placed j but ZJSESS& G « eal Council ol the Nattowl Auoclation did their da ^ , wri i ^ ered the ExwatiTe their sltenn-ua support , they ( the Exeetttirsj Z ^ TO " flinching , and struggle energetically with the OorFupt enemies of the people . ( Hear . ) It was above all thu ^ , most important that every individual holdisg the national card should labour with his fellow members to extend political truth , organisation , and unity of purpose and of action . It would be useless fot plans to be laid down , and recommendations made , unless they were matured and brought into action by the great body of members . - ( Hear , hear . ) The Executive alone , unaided , and inefficiently supported , would be powerless ,

      and could effect nothing : with the members' confidence and support , they would do more to advance democracy than had ever been effected by any previous movement . ( Hear , hear . ) Every regulation or movement resolved on by the Executive should immediately be taken up with Z 9 al , and carried out to the fullest possible extent . It is one of the provisions of the plan of organisation , that the card * of membership shall be renewed every six months . This rule is not only important as a soure * of income to the national fond , but it has the effect every half year of demonstrating ths position of the National Association , shewing the number of members , and excluding from our enumeration all who , from want of integrity or fixedness of purpose , fail to perform their parts in the great pursuit , and who would merely make use of their cards to

      gain admission at any particular attraction , or just when it may suit their purposes . ( Hear ) It is to be hoped , then , that in all the recommendations which may be put forth , we shall receive your hearty concurrence , and your aid in making them of Yull effect Some dissent has arisen , although of no great import , npon the alleged illegality of our Associatien . It cannot , however , be denied that it is , as amended , as legal as any organisation can be made . ( Hear . ) Experience must have taught you that anything is illegal which is not designed to uphold the power and emolument of the corrupt and tyrannical few . There is not an act of ours , coupled with political movement , but some old and irrational enactment may be found , to render it illegal . Wo may all be fined for not attending church ;

      and not a meeting or movement of the people can take place , but it may be construed into a breach of the law , if it is the interest or inclination of the powers that be to do so . To talk , therefore , of illegality , is absurd . iHear . ) Let us pursue a peaceful though determined course , and we need not entertain anxiety for the welfare of our persons . It has been said Sir Robert Peel will suppress us . ( Hear . ) The fact Is , Whiggery is dead—gone for ever ; and it is a happy event for the Chartists that the Tories now hold office . It will have this effect—there will be but two opposing parties , the people and their oppressors . ( Hear . ) The expediency-mongers , the half-and-half men , will be csmpelled to join us , or sink under the ruin that awaits them . ( Hear . ) Suffering , as these men are , from

      commercial depression , they will come over to our ranksbe convinced of the justice of our claims—and will not , as before , lend themselves to the evil purposes of a corrupt govenment ( Hear . ) We need not , therefore , fear the Tories , brave as they may be . Judicious conduct on our part will neutralize their power of doing 6 yQ ; and to render tha National Association legal and powerful , it is sufficient that ye join it . ( Hear , hear . ) Another plan of organisation has been put forward—a plan nominally embracing more educational advantages than our own . It is very clear , while there are two organisations , the Chartist body must be divided . The majority of Chartists have decided in favour of eur present plan , which is now become widely extended . We have made no calculation of the thousands of

      pounds required to complete our ot-ject—how many halls—how many pleasure grounds—how many baths ; but we are quietly and steadily doing much to promote the meral and intellectual improvement of the people . ( Hear , hear . ) We have very many able lecturers about—we are ourselves a moving and teaching bodywe are distributing political papers and tracts in thousands—oui organs axe the Northern Star , National Vindicator ) Chartist Circular , several Scotch papers , the TJdgern Cymur , Merthyr Advocate , M'DouaU ' s Journal , and BeveraJ other papers , ( Htar hear . ) We have put forth several addresses to the people , and we purpose shortly having a paper under the direct management of the Executive body . ( Loud cheers . ) It is proper to be understood by onr General

      Committee that they have every liberty to form libraries , reading rooms , debating classes , and take such other means as may be found necessary in their several localities . The management of local aff&irs is entirely their own—and it is right this be perfectly understood , for some persons have improperly asserted the Executive deprives members of various towns from carrying out such designs . ( Cheers . ) We shall soon publish the plan of organisation , with suggestions and notes that will be found useful in guiding the General Council in the management of its rffairs . ( Great cheering . ) I cannot enter at greater length on this subject now . Permit me to urge upon you in returning to your towns , to enforce on the General Councillors the necessity of activity , perseverance , and punctuality . Let them become examples for the

      people—the latter will follow if proper examples are set them . ( Hear , hear . ) The cause goes gloriously on . There can be no doubt , if you all give us your aid , we shall obtain 4 , 000 , 900 signatures to the petition we are preparing . Select judicious and intelligent men for your next Convention ; look around you at once , and watch narrowly the actions of all , that you may be prepared to make a correct choice when called upon for tke election . ( Hear , hear . ) I invite yon to watch narrowly the conduct of the Executive j satisfy yourselves respecting their character and ability ; and , ii you find them worthy , back them up by your union —bury all differences—whether they have arisen from election policy or other matters—let us j oin from this time hand , heart , and soul ; and , rely upon it , we shall ere long be victorious in our crusade against the oppressors of the earth . ( Cheers . )

      Mr . J . Leach said he was glad to witness the harmony of sentiment that prevailed . He fully concurred in the observations of previous speakers . It was necessary that union should be immediately restored , and he hoped to see the differences that had existed in Birmingham entirely done away with , and all good Chartists enrolled in the National Organization . ( Cheera . ) The most glorious feature in the political affairs of the country was , that the working classes were beginning to think for themselves . No one could lead the people by the nose ; blind confidence in political mereen * ria « was done away with —/ hear , hear , and loud cheers)—and no man could gain the esteem of ths people but those who were virtuous , honest , and admitted the rights of all mankind . But

      a few years ago a working man dare not express hla opinion on political matters ; now we could vie with any party ; we could defeat either , or both combined . ( Cheers . ) The Corn Law Repeal had failed , for the people's eyes were epen , and they saw , until they were fully represented , they could never be free or happy . , Cheers . ) One thing was most essential ; the Executive have laid down great and important plans for future action—they have determined on effecting much—but they must be backed up by the people . ( Cheers . ) Every exertion must be made , and that immediately , to raise funds . ( Hear , hear . ) If this is done immediately ,

      we vrill raise a cry in favour of the Charter louder than has ever yet been heard . We have resolved on doing our duties , and look to the people for the performance ef theirs . It is therefore hoped when the delegates return to their districts , they will enforce this upon their constituencies . ( Hear , hear . ) The Government can never resist the efforts of a united people to be free . Nearly two hundred towns and villages have already enrolled un » lei our organisation . In Ireland the causa was fast progressing ; and it only was necessary for ihs pc-ople to back up and support their elected head , to bring the struggle to a successful and speedy determination , sCheers . )

      Dr . Do > "aldso > ' , Mr . Simpso >" , Mr . Chance , and others made some excellent observations , which we have not space to give . Mr . M'Docall moved , and Mr . Philp seconded thanks to ths delegates . A vote of confidence in the Executive was passed unanimously by tho delegates , and this important and btneScial meeting ended . THS EXECUTIVE COfSCIL TO THE NATIONAL CHARTER ASS 0 CIATJO-N . Buother Chatitists , —Deeply impressed with the importance of the trust you have reposed in us , and wishing to carry out the great principles of our sacred ca ^ sa , we will be plain and candid , that unless you resist us in our endeavours to carry out car oljects on a granl and imposing scale , our efforts triil be crippled , and the good that might be done must necessarily bo considerably lessened .

      O-r General Secretary addressed all the sub-Secretaries : some nobly responded to the call ; others have maintained a perfect silence . Money Jitters , of ail others , we do not wish to allude to , a 3 we are convinced that you know your duty on this snbject , in fact , we must have funds at our disposal to enable us to go ou . There are nearly 10 . 000 cards issued , the price of which is £ 83 , yet they are not paid for : this must no longer be the case , Hspiug that you will at once perform your duty , We subscribe ourselves , Toca Faithful Representatives . ¦»^»^^ s ^^ W . ~ -. ^^^» w ^ ^ r ^^ f r , , * *

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      BIRMINGHAM . i GRAND CHARTIST TEA-PARTY AND i BALL . ! One of the most ctowsSq and enthusiastic plea-[ sure parties ever witnessed in Birmingham took place on Tuesday ereniug in the Hall of Science , j Lawrence-street , to which the Executive of the i National Charter Association were invited ; and it is ¦ but justice to the Birmingham National Charter I Associa tion to state that the whole arrangements of I the procession and tea-party reflected great credit on ! their judgment , and completely upsets the . nonsen' sical jargon of working men not being capable of conducting their own affairs . In fact , it is surprising how the Council eould hare arranged the masa of business they had to perform in connection with the procession , public meeting , aad tea-party ; bat it was all aa well managed as if they had a year ^ to prepare for it , aad a score of petty eierks to

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      manage the details . The tiefcetai were all disposed of a fortBi&at sinco ; ad raeh waithe 5 fea * adfor them daring the last week that three thousand could have been Bold , had it been possible to obtain a place large enough tor their aooommodatfon . Many hundreds were of course disappointed . The Hall wi h eaotifolljr decorated with banners of various dSripiJ ^ . wme v ^ * W * h * T « tea * lmJr describe ^ being i theP « >«^«<» A l « t one of them deserves to ke menUon ^ ™ J *™ ool » i % —the splendid green Bilk banner of the r ^ tfon&l Charter Asso ciation , painted by Mr . GoodfelloW , who has produced a splendid specimen of his art , by * delineating the appropriate device which ornaments tha cards of ( Via NiLtinntl d " hn . TtflT A (« Ofiia . t ! nn . Thta fl «» mi

      placed abore the Chairman , and the light of the gas on its brilliant colours produced a pleasing effect . A fall length portrait of Feaxgas O'Connor , Esq ., was placed on each side of the orchestra ; ana likenesses of Frost , O'Brien , and other friends of the people were placed against the walls in various parts of the Hall . An effective quadrille band was engaged for the occasion ; and every thing was done to secure the comfort of all present , as far as the crowded state of the place would admit . The pressing demand was such that the secretary , Mr . Wilkinson , was obliged to issue written notes , after the tickets were disposed of . Mr . Geoege Whits was appointed chairman , and as the crowded state of the hall and gallery would not admit of that dispatch which would have taken place had the company been less numerous , it was eight o'clock before the tea department had been

      brought to a close . The band then struck np a lively air , after which the chairman called on a gentleman present to sing the Marsellaise hymn , which was performed in first rate style , the eompany joining in the chorus . The Chairman then opened the business by assuring the ladies that it was not the intention of the parties who would have to respond to the various toasts and sentiments , to entrenoh on their dancing time , and that each speaker would be as brief as possible , especially as they had all heard such excellent speeches on the preceding day . He would therefore give them the first sentiment which should always distinguish Chartist parties of that description . The people had been long oppressed , they were the upholders of every thing useful in the state , and the producers of all the riches for which this country was distinguished . He would therefore give them " tho sovereign people , the only legitimate souroe of political power . " ( Loud cheers . )

      Mr . Leach , president of the executive , responded to the toast iu a brief but excellent address . He described the power and resources of the people , and the insignificance of the parties by whom they were oppressed . He said that both Whigs and Tories acknowledged the people to be the source of power , bat thejr generally defined the people to mean the pot-bellied shopkeepers . But they had now got a new version of what was meant by the people . He maintained that those who produced the nation ' s wealth had the best claim to be entitled the people , they produced all for others , and employed nothing themselves ; after several appropriate remarks Mr . Leach retired loudly applauded . The Chairman then gave the next sentiment , after an appropriate preface . "The Charter , the only stepping-stone to political liberty and national

      prosperity . Dr . Me Docall responded , and pointed out the benefits that would be derived from the passing of the Charter ; as there were bo many ladies present he would advise them to give their powerful aid in spreading its principles through the length and breadth of the land . He then alluded to the glorious 39 who had voted for Mr . Sharman Crawford ' s motion , and hoped to see more of such men in the Houso of Commons , and concluded by stating his unwillingness to occupy their time anv further , as they naturally looked forward to a little amusement . He was londly cheered .

      The next sentiment in the order of the proceedings was , tv Feargns O'Connor , the unflinching advocate of the peoples rights . " The Chairman , previous to announcing it . said that he had deferred mentioning the cause of Mr . O'Connor ' s absence until that time , as he thought it might seem more ia order . Mr . O'Connor could not possibly have been there that evening , as his health would not permit him , and he felt assured that there was not a single Chartist present that would not cheerfully forego the gratification

      when he knew it would endanger him by beingpresent . ( Loud cheers . ) Mr . O'Connor had requested him to thank them for their kind invitation , and had signified his intention of paying them a visit on some future occasion , when they would have the pleasure of enjoying his company for an evening . ( Loud cheers . ) He then gave the following sentiment : " Feargus O'Conno ^ the unflinching advocate of the people ' s rights , " this sentiment was received with rapturous applanse which was continued for several minutes .

      Mr . Moses Simpson responded to the sentiment in a very clever manner . He said that he did so with extreme pleasure , as Mr . O'Connor was not only a political but a social reformer ; what man was there who had read his splendid letters on the small farm system , that could forbear admiring his talents . He had outstripped all who had preceded him in laying down plans for the happiness of mankind , and whilst the remedies of others were merely superficial , Mr . O'Connor dived to the very bottom of the causes of the nation ' s misery . He was loudly applauded .

      The next sentiment from the chair was the Executive of the National Charter Association , " which was ably responded to by Mr . J . Campbell , secretary to the Executive . He was loudly cheered . The Chairman then gave the following sentiment : " the exiled and imprisoned patriots , may they soon be restored to their country . " Mr . Mason responded to this sentiment in a beautiful and affecting manner , and was repeatedly cheered . The next sentiment put from the chair was , " the Chartist press . " Mr . Philp delivered an excellent address . He said that they were indebted to a person whose name was dear to them all for tho establishment of a Chartist press , he meant Feargus O'Connor .

      ( Loud cheers . ) He had established the Star , the Glorious Star which had carried their principles through the length and breadth of the earth . Mr . Vincent had also endeavoured to establish tho Wesietn Vindicator asdhad been much persecuted , and they had re-established it again under the title of the National Vindicator , being determined still to battle with tyranny ; they haa also the Scottish Patriot and other good Chartist papers , and he hoped soon to see a paper published as the organ of the Executive . Mr . Philp was warmly applauded . The Chairman then g&re the next sentiment which he thought they would all a ^ ree in , "the Chartiit Ladies . " ( Loud cheers . )

      Mr . Donaldson of Warwick , responded in a neat address , and quoted several beautiful ver 3 es from Byron's poetry which bore upon his subject . The Chairman then announced the final toast of the eveuiug , and though last on the list not tho less important . " May all those who desire the happiness and prosperity of the country , unite themselves in one common band of brotherhood , under the auspices of the people ' s selected plan . " Mr . Mason responded to this sentiment in his usual style of fervid eloquence , and was warmly applauded . Mr . Richard Thompson of Hurst street , then presented himself on the platform , and addressed tho assembly . He said he stood before thmn for the purpose of presenting to Mr . G . White a token of his esteem for the uprig ht conduct Binco he had been amongst them in Birmiu ^ hain .

      ( Lou 4 cheers ) He had struggled with the people ' s enemies , and had opposed" Finality John" in Yorkshire , and afterwards upset " Legality Johii" in Birmingham . ( Loud cheers . ) He then presented Mr . White with & splendidly wrought inksiauu , with two glass stands and bras 3 covers , the whole being surmonnted by a lion , in excellent workmanship . Mr . White thanked Mr . Thompson for his present , and the kind manner in which it was given , and was loudly cheered . Mr , White then brought forward the necessity of subscribing tcward 3 the " O'Brien Pres 3 fund , " when £ 2 53 . ' was collected . Dr . Mo Douail then moved , and Mr . Campbell seconded , a vo : e of thanks to the Chairman , whioh was carried unanimously . The Chairman returned thanks , after which danciDgcommencau , and the glorious demonstration finished with harmony .

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      Sir , —You will much oblige me by acknowledging in the Star , this week , the receipt of the following sums . Jno . Ogden . o ' bribn fund . £ . e . d . Received from Leicester 2 0 0 From A . Gardner 0 0 6 From a working man , Park-lane 0 0 6

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      JmEEDo . —Weekly contributions to the Unemployed Operatives' Enumeration Fund : — £ s . d . Brought forward ... 6 16 11 From Mr . Whitehead , donation 0 2 g From 71 contributors , per J . Sanderson 0 5 11 „ 25 , ditto , per Joseph Thompson ... 0 2 1 „ 26 ditto , per William Hoyle ... 02 2 „ 16 ditto , per James Rattray ... 0 1 4 M 18 ditto , per William Cliff . 0 16 „ 38 ditto , per William Roberts ... 0 3 2 „ 21 ditto , per Christopher Moxon ... 0 1 9 „ 36 ditto , per William Robinson ... 0 3 0 „ 43 ditto , per Henry Plumpfield ... 0 3 7 „ 18 ditto , per James Murphy ... 0 1 6 „ 9 'ditto , per William Buckley ... 0 0 9 „ 13 ditto , per Isaac Sutherland ... 0 1 2 „ 18 ditto , per James Stewart ... 0 1 6 „ 48 ditto , per John Rigg 0 4 0 „ 21 ditto , per Jonathan Woodcock ... 0 1 fl „ 14 ditto , per David Pryce 0 12 „ 12 ditto , per William Jackson ... 0 10 „ 25 ditto per John Bennet 0 2 1 „ 22 ditto , per Moryillo Wild 0 1 10 ,, 6 * 0 ditto , per William Chipperdale ... 0 5 0 „ 24 ditto , per William Giles ... 020 „ 36 ditto , per John Constantino ... 0 3 0 „ 42 ditto , per William Beaumont ... O 3 6 „ 51 ditto , per Jacob Wood 0 4 3 „ 11 ditto , per Joseph Rose ... 0 Oil „ 48 ditto , per John Keighley ... 0 4 0 766 contributors ... Total £ 10 3 3 O'Connor Demonstration .- —At an adjourned meeting of the Demonstration Committee bold on Thursday evening in the Chartist Room , Shambles , it was resolved that all friends engaged ia obtaining subscriptions , or having tickets for the soiree on sale be respectfully requestod to send in all monies received , aloag with the collecting books , without fail , to the Committae , Bitting at the usual place , on Saturday evening next , not lator than eight o ' clock . It is iudispensibly necessary that thia arrangement be punctually attended to , so that the Committee may be enabled to proceed with business . As far as they have hitherto gone , tho most flattering success has attended their labours , and they have no doubt of being able to accomplish their best desires in favour of the people ' s cause , by tho contemplated rejoicings of Tuesday next . The Committee will sit on Monday eyouing to recoive the money for the sale ef those tickets which may remain unsold on Saturday evening . Lecture . —On Tuesday evening last , Mr .. Stonchouse delivered an excellent lecturo on Phrenology , after which an animated discussion took place . Meeting . —On Monday evening the Chartists held their hbuiI weekly meeting , when several new members were enrolled . Female Chajitists . —The female Chartists held their weekly meeting in the room , Fish-market Shambles , when it was resolved that they should walk in the procession in honour of Mr . O Conner , on his entry into this town , on Tuesday next . O'Connor ' s Demonstration Committee . —This Committee hold its meeting on Thursday evening last , when it was determined that their Chief should soe that Chartism was not dead in the town .

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      lane , on Snnday evening last , to a very attentive audience , after which a friendly discussion took place on the merits of the Charter , when a great deal of interest was manifested , after which the usual business of the Association was gone into , and several new members were enrolled . The Tailors' National Charter Association met at the Threa Loaves , Berwick-street , Soho , Mr . Cufiuy in the chair . Several new members were enrolled ; and it was agreed that Mr . Wheeler should lecture on tho effects of class legislation on September 29 : h . After a vote of thanks to the Chairman , the meeting separated .

      Chelsea .. —Tho Chartists of this place met on Monday , at the United Coffee-house , George-streot , Mr . Twyford in the chair . After tha settlement of the usual weekly meeting , Mr . Wheeler read a letter from the Executive , when it was unanimously resolved , "That the Secretary be instructed to immediately forward 10 s . to Birmingham for tho Executive ; a levy of sixpence per member was unanimously agreed to , in order to meet the late heavy cxpences attached to Mr . O'Connor ' s visit to London . Secretary reported county council , and likewise reported the postponement of the expected Hetherington and O'Connor ' s discussion . Mr . Ford reported that a gentleman , favourable to the cause , had made , through him , a orcsent to tho Focie . ty of an excellent violin to be raffled for tho benefit of the victims . The present was received , a vote of thanks

      given to the donor , and th « j subject referred to a committee , who are engaged in getting ur > a raffle for a pair of life-preservera given by Mr . Ford . A committee ) of six individuals was appointed to wait on all persons whose names were on the books to collect the levy , aud to take such other steps as they might deem expedient for the good of trio cause . A committee waa also appointed to get up a ball and concert at the Royal Bath Gardens , Chelsea , on Tuesday , Sept . 28 th , for the benefit of the Secretary to tho L * ondon Delegate Meeting ; single tickets la ., double tickets Is . b"d . Tickets may be had of Mr . Cleave . Secretary explained the reason of Mr . Fussell ' s non-a-tteudance to lecture that evening , and announced that Mr . Fussrtll would lecture on Monday , the 27 th instaut . The meeting was then adjourned .

      Lambeth . —A concert took place on Monday evening , at 1 , Chelsea Walk , in aid of the funds . On , Tuesday evening , Mr . Morron lectured on the Suffrage . It was resolved that a benefit society be formed , and the co-operation of the various localities is solicited . The uames of several new members were added . Finsbcrt . —Tho Chartists had an excellent meeting ai Luut ' s Coffee House , on Monday . Several members were enrolled , it was determined to have an open air meeting , and to invite O'Connor . A vote of confidence in Mr . A . Hogs ; was passed . WHiTECiurr ; L . —Mr . Ruffy Ridley lectured on Sunday , at tho Freemason ' s Arms , North-street , Whitechapel-road . This locality is increasing in numbers aad strength .

      Camberwell . —On Thursday week , an overflowing meeting was held here , to welcome Feavgus O'Connor , E ? q . It \? aa held in the long room at the Montpelier Tavern , ami < he men of Surrey did their duty . Mr . Brovrn presided , and the asatmbly were addressed by Mr . Ridley , Mr . Fusseil , Mr . Parker , Mr . Kodder , and Mr . Ratcliffe , who moved and seconded a series of resolutions , the first of which Mr . O'Connor responded to in a thrilling speech of nearly two hours' duration , interrupted only by the fervent cheering of the immense assembly , notwithstanding he waa suffering under a severe cold . The report of this meeting ouly reached us by post on Thursday inorniag , and by the same post we received more than sufficient of much later news to occupy all the remaining space of the paper . We ought to have had thia on Tuesday morning at the latest

      SKXPTON . —Mr . Thomas Knowlea , of Keighley , lectured here on Saturday . On Sunday , Mr . Knowies visited Embsay . His Iecture 9 have done good . CALVERTON . —Mr . Dean Taylor lectured here on Monday night to a crowded assembly on the six points of tho Charter . STROTJD . —The Chartists met here on Monday . Thanks were given to Sharman Crawford and those who voted with him ; the conduct of Roebuck and Ward was censured . Thanks were also voted to the stonemasons of London , and tho men of York , for their patriotic and spirited conduct on O'Connor ' s liberation . BLACKBURN . —Mr . Leach lectured here on the 17 th , to a crowded audienoe .

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      BRADFORD . —Mb . Oastlbb and T . Thorkhill , Esq . —At a meeting of the fri . en dgof Mr , Oastler , held at th © New Inn , in Bt * dtei , ^ te mW \ 7 ih , to consider the propriety of . addressing Thomas Thornhill , Esq ., on , tho subject [ of Mr . Oastler'a liberation , a deputation , consisting of Messrs . Anty , Buhner , aad Clstrksoo , was Appointed ( 0 waiv upon M r . Ti ^^ l , ; t Tilt ; £ : !! , 7 Woh mansion be was expected to visit the early part of next nC ^ The deputation having received information , on Monday , that Mr . Thornhill was at Fixby , took an early conveyance , and arrived at Fixby Hall at three o ' clock , previously to which two deputations had already had interviews with Mr . Thornhill , viz ,

      from Huddersfield and DeWBbury , on the same subject . The Bradford deputation , however , soon found themselves in the presenoe of Thomas Thornhill , Esq ., when the object of their mission was briefly stated , namely , that they had been deputed by a meeting of the friends of Mr . Oastler in the town and neighbourhood of Bradford , to wait upon him , for the purpose of inducing him to liberate Mr . Oastler from the Fleet ; believing , as they did , that his servioes in Yorkshire at the tho present time would be of essential service to his country ; and thus they feared that , if Mr . Oastler was con * fined much longer , his health wonld be materially injured and his life shortened ; and that they trusted that he had no desire to shorten the days or injure the health of his old steward . Mr . Thornhill ,

      in reply , stated that he had no ill will towards Mr . Oastler whatever ; that he had no wish to shorten his days or injure his life ; that he had no doubt but that Mr . Oastler might be of service to his country were he at large ; that he ' should be glad to see him liberated ; but , he felt that he would not be doing his dnty to himself and to bis family , were he to consent to his liberation , without security for the debt . The deputation discussed the subject with Mr . Thornhill for upwards of an hour and a half , urging Mr . Oastler ' s claims upon him , believing , as they did , that he was suffering for his country ' 8 welfare , all of which Mr . Thornhill listened to with the greatest courtesy , and stated that an influential gentleman in London had called upon him a short time since on tho same subject , and to whom he had returned the same answer .

      Mr . Thornhill also kindly showed the deputation a letter he had lately received irom one ef his own counsel in the late action , Thornhill v . Oastler , interceding in Mr . Oastler's behalf , but to which he bad not yet been able to reply . The deputation expressed their gratitude for the interest whieh that learned gentleman had exhibited ou Mr . Oastler ' s behalf . The deputation retired , regretting that Mr . Thornhill could not consent to liberate Mr . Oastler , but was glad to hear him express himself ready to enter into an amicable arrangement for that purpose , and they would hope that the day is not far distant when Mr . Oastler will be again restored to his family and friends .

      Public Meeting . —A public meeting of the females took place on Sunday evening last , in the room over the Chartist Provision Shop , Goodmansend , Mrs . Jackson in the chair , when iho following resolution was uaanimously adopted : — That the members of the various Female Associations be requested to attend a meeting on Sunday , the 26 th instant , to bo holden at Mr . Carrodus ' s , North Tavern , Wapping , at half-past six o ' clock , to arrange the order of procession on Mr . O'Cwnnor ' a public entry into Bradford . " Me . Martin . —Ever since the last general election , Mr . Wni . Martin , who was elected one of the members for this borough by n largo majority on the shew of hands , has been subjected to frequent insults by man ? nn principled anil envious Whi # 3 . During the recent ekction , these insults have been turned into throats , and from threats to actual assault .

      This is too modi to boar by one who is himself under heavy bond to keep the peace , and Mr . Martin determined to seek that protection to which every . Englishman is entitled , he last week obtained a peace warrant against a person of the name of Moorhouse , a Whig constable of the township of Herton , who , ia a state of intoxication , threatened to do him som ^ grievous bodily harm and who it is feared but for the prompt and very proper interfereuce of Mr . Ibbetson ( who also happened to be a special constable ) would have inflicted immediate punishment . Moorliouso has since confessed his error , and on paymeut of the legal expences , Mr . Martin , with leave of the Magistrates , has withdrawn the proseeation , his objuctbeing accomplished in bringing the offending party to a sense and of his misconduct .

      LEEDS . —Independent Obdeb . of the Ark . —On Monday last , the cfiicers of the Horsforth d ^ trict opened the 13 JHh Lodge of the above order , called H Fawkes ' s Hose in tho Dale , " at the house of Mr . George Calvert , the Bay Horso Inn , Otley . And on Wednesday last , the Dovo Lodge , No . 5 , of the same order , held its eighth anniversary , at the house of Mr . Rich . Wood , the Fleece Inn , Briggate , Leeds , when tho officers of the order aad members of the Lodge sat down to an excellent dinner , which gave great satisfaction . Ma . Duffv . —Received by Mr . Hick , on behalf of Mr . Duffy : —

      s . d . Mr . Roberts , Leeds 0 S Mr . Swaine , do . ... 0 6 A friend from Dewsb ury 0 3 Walter Merwin 1 0 Thomas Barker , Leeds 0 6 No . 18 Class Chartist Association , Edinburgh 4 6 Other friends 1 3

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      BOROUGH OF LEEDS , MUOTCttAl . BBV 1 S 1 OW . - \ rOTICE IS HEREBY GiVEft ; thafWiuua Vi Smith , Ifeqmre , Mayor -of the Borough © J Leeds , in the County of York , Mgetter with Johk ituPS Shaw , and Edward Bum , both of Leada aftteaaid , Solicitor * th * Bovi « ing Assessors of a& 4 fy + 'he aaid Borough , or their legal D ^ patie . , will £ * : « ^ ^ ssssss&et # 3 BBfflraii J ^ s 2 respectively » t the Court H * u ^ " ^ 4 ^ tho said Borough , between tfoT&w ^ - ™«« mtfc Days of October Jiext , both inclusive , to corn ^ &ed on'Fr iday , the First Day of October next , at Nb «

      o ' clock in the Forenoon pf the same Day , and will sit and adjournfrom Day to Day ( Sundays excepted ) at the same place , until and including Friday the said , Fifteenthday of October , unless the said Revision shall be previously completed . All Overseers of the Poor , and all Persons appointed to execute , or part perform any of the duties of Overseers of the Poor , and all Vestry Clerks and Collectors of Poor Rates of every Parish , Township , Till , Hamlet , Cfaapelry , Pr * cinct , or Place , within or partly within the said Borough , are . requested to attend the said Court and

      answer upon oath all such questions as the Court may put to them , touching any matter necessary for Revising the said Lists . And all Oreiseera , or other Persons having the custody of any book or books containing any rate made for the Relief of the Poor during the present or any preceding year , in any Parish , Township , Vill , Hamlet , Chapelry , Precinct , or Place , wholly or in part , within the said Borough , must come prepared to produce the «^ mft if required . By Order , EDWIN EDDISON , Town Clshk . Dated this 24 th Day of September , 1841 .

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      Leeds Coaif Market , Sept . 21 st . —The arrivals of all kinds of Grain axe larger than last week , and a large show ef samples of Wheat from vessels near at hand . The weather has been very fine all this week and very little Grain is loft out in this neighbourhood . New : Wheat has been one to two shillings per quarter , and Foreign one shilling per quarter lower . Oats without alteration . Beans doll sale and rather lower .

      THE AVERAGE PRICES FOR THE WEEK ENDING Sep . 21 , 1811 . Wheat . Barley . Oats . Rye . Beans . Peat Qrs . Qrs . Qrs . Qrs . Ore . Qrs . 2074 656 194 6 138 — £ 3 . d . £ s . d . £ s . d . £ s . d . £ s . d . £ b . d . 3 6 Hi 2 1 4 J 13 2 | 209 2 2 9 f — HUDDEESPIKLD CLOTH MaBKET , TUESDAY , SEE * . 21 . —The business done in the market this week was much , less than a many previous weeks . There was a fair quantity of all kinds of goods brought into the market , but the buyers were not to be found . The priees in wools , oils , &c . remain pretty firm .

      Beadfokd M * bkkt , Thobsdat , Sept . 23 m > . — Wool—The market for English Wools still continues fiat ,-though there is a tolerable demand for the heavier sorts . Prices are not any better , nor is hera any prospect of improvement . In Foreign Wool the business continues much the same , and prices ( notwithstanding the quantity arrived from the sales , ) are firm . Tarn—The demand for Yarns continues without alteration . Prices steady . Piece —We do not notice any change to-day ; the demand is steady , and a moderate business doing for the fall trade , la prices no observable difference . Bedaee Fortnight Faib , Tuesdat , Sew . 21 . — Our show at this day ' s market of Beef was not large , but well sold up ; there was a good supply of Sheep , which stood long . Beef , 63 . 9 d . to 7 s . 8 d . Mutton , 6 d . per lb .

      Richmond Corn Market , Sept . 18 . —We had a very abundant supply of grain in our market to-day the new samples of Wheat were very fine , and in excellent condition . Wheat sold from 9 s . to 10 a . New Wheat 6 s . to 83 . Oats 2 s . 6 d . to 3 s . 6 d . Bar-% 4 s . Gd . to 53 . Beans 5 s . 6 d . to 63 . per bushel . Leeds Cloth Markets . —We are happy to announce an improvement in the demand of the staple productions iu this district ; and , although hundreds are yet without employment , and those who have work are not remunerated , still the trade on the whole is better , and in the warehouses particularly much busiaessis doing—and business , too , of the best kind , for domestic consumption . The manufacturing villages are generally much better off than they were .

      Liverpool Cattib Market , Monday , Sept . 20 . —There has been a good supply of Sheep , with a few Lambs at market to-day , and a good dsmand for . prime . Best Beef 63 d . down to 5 d . ; best Wether Mutton 6 | d , Ewes and inferior quality from 6 Jd . down to 5 d ., and Lambs 6 Jd . per lb . There were a few Beasts and eheep left unsold at the close . Number of Cattle at market : —Beasts 1492 , Sheep 6507 . Liverpool Corn Mabket , Monday , Sept . 20 . — During the last seven days we have not had any arrivals from Canada , and moderate imports of British Gram , Flour and Oatmeal . There are re . ported from foreign states 15 , 878 qrs of Wheat , 140 ? rs of Oats , 171 qrs of Barley , 2217 qrs of Beans , 00 brlsof Flour , and the duty having declined to the lowest poiat , the Wheat and Flour , together with the previous stocks in bond , amounting to

      about 170 , 000 qrs and 140 , 000 bris respectively , are now offering for home consumption . At Tuesday ' s market a large business was done in Wheat ( principally in bond on speculation ) , bat with fine weather since , and the release of the foreign , the trade has been less animated , and whilst the better descrip * tions of Wheat are the turn lower , we have to note all other qualities 2 d to 31 per bushel cheaper . Flour in moderate demand at Is below our last quotations . At Friday ' s market there was rather more inquiry for Oats , holders remaining firm ; however , at previous rates , there were not many sold : no new at market . Oatmeal dull , without change in value . Barley , Beans , and Peas , have sold only in retail at about last week ' s currenoy . The local growers have exhibited some samples of new Wheat ; their best samples of white have sold at 0 i 3 d to 93 6 d ; damp inferior parcels at 83 6 d to 8 s lOd per 70 ib 3 .

      Manchester Corn Market , Sept . 18 . —Notwithstanding the release of the bonded stocks of Wheat and Flour , there was but a small shew of samples at oar market this morning , and the transactions in Wheat were to a limited extent , at about the previous currency . Prime qualities of English Flour were likewise in short supply , and commanded late rates . For Oat 3 and Oatmeal there was a fair inquiry at our former quotations . No variation ia the value of Malt or Beans . Borough Hop Market , Sept . 17 . —Hop picking has now become very general iu all quarters , but w « learn that the produce is much lighter thau v : ai anticipated . However , the trade here is very heavy , at further drooping currencies , while the duty is

      backed at £ 165 , 000 to £ 170 , 000 . Nearly 600 pockets of new bops have come to hand , chiefly from ilid Kent , but as they have proved mouldy , they hava not produced more than from £ 6 to £ 9 per c » t . Ea 3 t Kent , in pockets , £ 7 10 .-. to £ 3 10 i . ; ditto , in bag 3 , £ C 103 . to £ 7 5 s . ; Mid Keat , iu pockets , £ t o £ 0 ; ditto , in bags , £ G 5 . 5 . to £ 7 ; Sussex , £ 5 10 s . to £ 6 10 s . ; . ditto , in bags , £ 1 5 s . to £ 5 5 s . ; Farahams , £ 12 to £ 14 ; Old Olds , £ 2 to £ 4 per cwt . LoKSggt SiiiTHFiEiD Market , Monday . Our market ' ' * jpf to-day waa ,. on the whole , numerously supplied with beasts , yet there was a slight falling

      off compared with that exhibited on this day se ' nnight . As the attendance of dealers wa 3 good , the beef trade was firm , and last Monday ' s quota tions Were firmly maiantined ; ia fact , a slight improvement was noticed in some instances . The receipts from Scotland consisted of 200 Scots , aud 194 . cheep . in good condition . Although the numbers of she « P were by no means great , tho inquiry for thern fra 3 rather slow , and tho highest pr : < : e obtained tor the best old Downs wa 3 5 s . per Slbd . In ca ! res , 01 which a fair supply was brought forward , littlo doing , at drooping " rates . The pork trade vrM firm , at higher currencies . The general quality 0 * tha Btock was good .

      WAKEFIELD CORN MARKET . ( BT EXPXIESS . ) September 24 . —We are well supplied wfa Wheat ; the trade is very firm , and for Old the fo " rates of this day se ' nnight are obtained , with an extensive sale ; New goe 3 off slowly , at Is . per quarter decline . Barley in limited demand ; price 3 tor N «* 32 a . to 35 i . per quarter . Oatsand Sliolling are pre »/ steady iu value . Beans dull , vvithout variation m prices .

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      O'CONNOR , Esq ., of Hammersmith , Count / Middlesex , by JOSHUA HOBSON , at Us V 4 & ing Offices , N » i . 13 and 13 , Hu&efc-itareet , Briggate ; acd PnblUhed by the aid / Joshua Hobso * . ( for ths said Fearous OtJossoB , ) at his T >* & ling-house , No . 3 , Market-street , Briggate ; & internal Commukication existing between the s aM No . 5 , Market-street , and-the said No * 13 afld . 13 , Market-Btrect . Briggate , thus comtitnttas the whole of the said Printing and PubUaUng Offic 8 one Premises . All Communications must be addressed , ( Poat-paidj to J . HOBSOIt , KorthernStar Office , Leeds . : Saturday , September 2 a , mi .

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      DONCASTEE . —Tho cause of Chartism is extending Tery rapidly in this town , ws liad a very good meeting at the Association Koom oa Tuesday ni ^ ht , when we enrolled three new members and two more were proposed . STROUD . —The Chartists met hsre on Monday . Thanks were given to Sharman Crawford and those who voted with him ; tha conduct of Roebuck and Ward was censured . Thank *; were also toted to tho stonemasons of London , and the men of York , for their patriotic and spirited conduct on O'Connor ' s liberation . BASSAGE , NEAR STROUD . —The Chartists of this j > laee have weokly meetings every Monday night . On Sunday last , Mr . Harris preach ' ed an excellent sermon , and a collection was made for the Executive .

      BIRBTAZ .. —Mr . T . B . Smith will preach three sermons ( by request ) in this village to-moVrow . — Morning , half-past ten ; afternoon , half-past two ; and evening at six . CHtmwsuc . —Mr . T . B . Smith , will deliver a political lecture at thia place , on Monday night . Subject—The principle of the People ' s Charter in strict conformity with real ChrUtianny and the British constitution . BOCHDAiE . —The preparations for the O'Connor demonstration , which 13 to take place after the return of the " uncaged lion" from the North , are progressing in the most Bpirited manner . The "lads" aro going to work in right earnest . The Committee beg to acknowledge the receipt of 9 s . Id . from the operatives at tho Stanafield Print Works .

      CBORLEY . —Mj \ Charles Connor lectured here on Friday evening ; after which , it waa resolved to agitate for nothing less than the wh « le Charter . A Tote of thanks was passed to Sharman Crawford , Esq , and those who voted in favour of his amendment . The cause is progressing . Mr . Dixon , of Wigas , lectured hare ou Tuesday night .

      To Ti1e Editor Of The Northern Star.

      TO TI 1 E EDITOR OF THE NORTHERN STAR .

      London.—A Lecture Was Delivered In The Bootmaker's Charter Association Room, Star Inn, Golden-

      LONDON . —A lecture was delivered in the Bootmaker ' s Charter Association Room , Star Inn , Golden-

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      • wv ir j Tiik Parliament . —The Houso of Lords has not met since Monday . On Tuesday and Wednesday the Commons were ocoupied with business of very little importance , principally in preparation for the prorogation till the end of the year . Horrible Murder in Eastcheap . —On Tuesday night , at about ten minutts past ten o ' clock , a most horrible murder was committed at the King ' s Head public-house , Eastcheap , ou the person of Mr . Bourdon , tho landlord of the above house , as well as an attempt at the lives of two other persons , tho sister of Mr . Bourdon and his wifo . The particulars of the horrid case , as far as we could learn , are as follows :

      At about three o ' clock on Tuesday morning a person of the name of Blakesloy accosted Sergeant Bradley , 503 of the City polico , aad inquired of him how he could obtain possession of his wifo , whom he stated was staying at the above house ; but after being advised to call in tho afternoon , he went away . At about ten o ' clock on Tuesday eight he ( Blakesley ) went to the King ' s Head , witu every appearance of extreme agitation depicted on his countenance , and proceeded behind tho bar , where the deceased was sitting on a chair dosing , and his ( Blakesley ' s ) wife attending to the customers ; tho villain , without saying one word , drew from his pocket a butcher ' s knife , such as are Hsed for killing sheep , and made a desperate thrust at hi 3 wifewounding her -in a

      , dreadful manner . Her screams awoke M . r . Bourden , who , whilo in tho act of rising from his seat , was Btabbed in the stomach by Blakesley , the knife penotratioug to the handle , aud ho fell at the bardoor in the passage , bleeding in a dreadfal manner . . After making an attempt to strike Mrs . Bourdon , the murderer stepped over the body of his victim , who waa writhing in tho agonies of death , and made his escape . Mr . Smith , of Gracechurehstreet , was insuntly sent for , who lost no time in attending , but cro he arrived poor Bourden bad expired . His attention was then directed to the unfortauata woman , who had gone up stairs , leaving traces of her blood from tho bar to her bed-room , and whom ho found in a very dangerous state ,

      having been severely wounded , but we could not ascertain whether mortally or not . At tho time tha ¦ murder was cammitted , there were several persons passing by , and taking the alarm , ran aftsr tha murderer , calling out ; "Stop him ! " The direction ha took was towards the Tower , down Thames-street , and was soon lost to his pursuers . Lattst J ' artkalars— 'Htie following additional particulars relative to the above awiul murder have been obtained . Betvi een nine and ten o ' clock on Tuesday night , a 3 Mrs . Bourden , and her unfortunate sisteriu-law were in the bar , they observed the door to open repeatedly , a : id someone to look in , but they thought nothing of the matter , neither did they recognise the featuresof tho individual so obtruding . Thoro is no doubt he was watching an opportunity when tho bar was clear of customers ( which , alas , so soon presented itself ) to catry his horrid design into effect . Tlie name of the wretched man is B ! ex *

      ley and not Blakesley . His father is a highly re ? ptctablo znau , living in the City-road , and has effiufd m Basinghall-street ; and owing to the profligate life which his son had lived ho determined , ab ; , ut twelve months sinc < s to discard him , since which time he became acquainted with the sister of the deceased , who was formerly bar-maid to her brother , and has been married to the murderer about three months . For a short time they lived at Seven Oak'j , where the husband carried ou the business of a carcass-butcher , bu : being unsuccessful , Le returned to London , and made an appeal ( through his wife > to his father icr assistance , but was refused , when his wife returned to her brother ' s at the King ' s Head , which circumstance seemed to prey upon his mind . The knife was actually ground at the back and was as keen at both edges as a razor . A number ot the city police , under the directions of Mr . Inspector Brake , have been dispersed iu search of the murderer . .

      ActAND , THE " PUGUE" AOflATOtt , IN TROUBLE . IT q w ^ ' *™? P J . afttr his recent exhibition at ramworth , proceeded to Lancaster to oppose the re-electron 0 !^ Lord Stanley for the Norffii W Tis : on , orthat Coanty . He was proposed and Seconded , and had three hands held up in his favour ¦! 2 f- ! lS eS he ^ ^ tcd , and , shortly after he left ' 2 ? l £ t * ^ , . n int 0 -ens-tody by the' super , wSLn ? ° * H P 0110 ? ' ty a «> hority of a bench warrant cranted at tho last absizes , a true bill haYinjrbecn found against him for inciting tho peopjetonoiat tae late general election , and for a libel on Mr . W . Robinson , the mayor of Lancaster .

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  • Citation
    • Northern Star (1837-1852), Sept. 25, 1841, page 8, in the Nineteenth-Century Serials Edition (2008; 2018) ncse-os.kdl.kcl.ac.uk/periodicals/ns/issues/vm2-ncseproduct722/page/8/