948 
ball. The interest increases, and we think this one of the 
very best numbers of this work. 
Finn's Compendium of the English and Foreign Funds. 
Fourth Edition. Revised and corrected by Henry Ayres. 
Effingham Wilson. 
A veiy important volume to n commercial nation. This 
will more readily be allowed when we state that it contains 
the best information on debts and revenues of all nations, 
banks, railways, mines, principal joint-stock companies, and 
forms an epitome of the various objects of investment and 
speculation which are negotiable in London, together with a 
variety of explanatory tables on the public debt, stocks, 
banks, &c., and laws and regulations of the Stock Exchange. 
No question can be of greater import than the financial con- 
dition of a state ; it is joined with the social, moral, and 
religious welfare of its people ; nor will a fruitful soil or 
genial climate compensate for mismanagement of funds pro- 
duced by the labour and skill of its population. The present 
is a most remarkable epoch in the financial condition of 
Europe. The amount of public debts, given in these pages, 
are of astonishing magnitude ; and the fact, that scarcely a 
Government is able to meet its expenditure from the usual 
sources of taxation, proves there must be something radically 
wrong in the political economy of such states, when wealth, 
produced by labour, skill, and enterprise, has increased a 
thousandfold. 
Instructions to Young Sportsmen in all that relates to Guns 
and Shooting. By Lieut.-Colonel P. Hawker. Tenth 
Edition, with Explanatory Plates and Woodcuts. Edited 
by Major P. W. Hawker. Longman, Brown, Green, and 
Longmans. 
In this tenth edition of a truly standard work, Major 
Hawker has availed himself of numerous memoranda and 
notes left in the handwriting of his late father ; and in 
making the necessary alterations and additions, has most 
admirably adhered to the plan which he believes would have 
been adopted by the author had he lived to fulfil his inten- 
tion of bringing out the present edition. 
The History of Russia. By Jonathan Duncan, B. A. Herbert 
Ingram and Co., and W. S. Orr and Co. 
This work is most opportunely published. The war has 
called into existence many other books on the subject, but 
none embracing the whole history of Russia. If we wish to 
learn anything of the policy of that country, something more 
is required than narratives of any particular period, however 
good or interesting they may be. 
This work embraces the history of the empire, from its 
THE FPELD. 
foundation by Rourick, to the close of the Hungarian war. 
The whole of the first volume, with the exception of the first 
chapter, is a translation from “ Rabbc's History of Russia,” 
justly considered a model bf judicious condensation. For 
the second volume, we must thank Mr. Duncan’s industry 
and talent. He has had a most difficult task ; for, perhaps, 
the history of no country is less known than that of Russia, 
and the prevalent errors arising from the interested praise of 
other authors is removed in these volumes. “ The reigns of 
Peter the Great, and Catherine the Second, are given at 
greater length than those of their predecessors, because they 
chiefiy brought Russia within the sphere of European di- 
plomacy, and of international law but ample light is thrown 
on the conquests over the Russians by the Tatars ; Ivan 
the Terrible; and the imposture of the false Demetrius. The 
account given of the habits and customs of the people, is 
most interesting, and the author has secured an unbroken 
continuity of narrative on the subjects of serfdom and landed 
tenure, the church, the nobility, trade, laws, the Caucasus, 
and the trans-Caucasian provinces. The work is embellished 
with maps and numerous illustrations. 
FINE ARTS. 
Messrs. Ackcrmann, the publishers, of 96, Strand, will shortly 
publish an engraving from a very admirable picture, painted 
by Thomas Barrett, Esq. The subject is, Wells mounting 
Virago, for the Great Metropolitan Stakes at Epsom, April 
6th, 1854. We have never seen any picture of its class which 
has pleased us so much. Virago is a life-like portrait, beau- 
tifully drawn and painted ; full of life and energy ; and 
Wells sits the mare as a jockey should, “ eager for the coming 
fray.” The portraits of the veteran J. B. Day, and the 
groom Goter are equally good. The background is well 
painted, and the accessories well composed. Altogether, wo 
congratulate Mr. Barrett on his great success, Messrs. Acker- 
maun, on publishing such a work, and, the sporting public 
on the opportunity of possessing one of the most truthful of 
porting pictures. 
33its null #ptr 0 . 
Fish as a Diet. — The charge so generally brought against 
fish by the Medical Board, as predisposing cholera, appears to 
have received a most signal refutation from the statistics and 
data of those places where a piscatorial diet is the sole food 
of the people. Amongst the poorer class of Jews, also, who 
subsist almost wholly upon fish, few or no cases have 
occurred; and inquiries at Billingsgate, wheie the food of 
thousands of persons employed afloat and ashore includes 
large quantities of fish, give a like result. At the Queen's 
Arms, Cheapside, likewise, where two extensive dinners each 
day, composed of the fish of the season, are provided, and 
some hundreds of persons refect, not an instance of the loss 
of a regular customer is traceable. Perhaps it may be said 
that Mr. Simpson's celebrated punch has proved an efficient 
antidote. The fact of the complete immunity of the consu- 
mers of fish from illness has occasioned a reaction in the fish 
markets, where the demand for the last few days is far above 
the supply. 
A Model Speech. — We commend the following pertinent 
speech to some, who are troubled with long-windedness in 
several localities this side of Maine : — Geo. W. Snow, having 
been unanimously re-elected city clerk of Bangor, made a 
speech to the electors. He said: — “Gentlemen, — You have 
given me all your votes, and I give you all my thanks. I 
accept the office and wish you to accept the thanks." It is 
understood that both parties were satisfied, and nobody 
yawned over the speech. 
The Poultry Nuisance at Cheltenham. — Several corre- 
spondents have complained lately of the practice of keeping 
poultry within the precincts of the town, whereby the rest of 
her Majesty’s subjects is broken by “the cock’s shrill clarion,” 
at most unreasonable hours in the morning. One corre- 
spondent wishes to know whether this “poultry nuisance” is 
not one of those falling within the jurisdiction of the New 
Town Act ? Another suggests that the parties offending should 
themselves have the full benefit of the “ early rising move- 
ment,” by being compelled to keep the wakeful bipeds in 
their own bed-rooms ! — Cheltenham Examiner. 
Abandonment of the Ericsson Caloric Project. — The 
caloric engine invented by Captain Ericsson has been finally 
abandoned, and is to be taken out of the ship bearing his 
name, steam boilers being substituted. — North American. 
A Fact for the Greeks. — “ I beheld,” says Mr. Eton, 
in his “Survey of the Turkish Empire,” “the expulsion of 
75,000 Greek Christians from the Crimea by the Russians, 
nearly the whole of whom, exhausted by fatigue, worn out 
by hunger and privation, perished on the barren Bteppe 
formerly inhabited by the Nogay Tatars.” 
Return of the Mormons Eastward. — A Western paper 
says that a few days since a train, composed of nine waggons 
and fifty persons, crossed the Missouri eastwardly in search of 
a new home. They had left the Salt Lake City on account of 
the oppression and immorality of their church. — New York 
Herald. 
3t)bertt£nncnteu 
HENRY PEAT, 
HUNTING SADDLER, 
14, OLD BOND-STREET, 
LONDON. 
\ LLSOPP’S PALE ALE in BOTTLE, 
1 Y_ as supplied to the CRYSTAL PALACE; 
algo in Casks of IS Gallons, recommended by Baron 
LIEBIG. 
Address, HARRINGTON PARKER and Co., 
5j, Pall-mall, London. 
TUESDAY’S SALE of HORSES. CARRIAGES, 
&c., I$Y AUCTION.— Upwards of 140 HORSES 
each week at the 
r 1 REAT CENTRAL HORSE and CAR- 
\ \ RIAGE REPOSITORY, ST. GEORGE’S- 
ROAD, LONDON.— The most Extensive Com- 
mission Mabt in London. 
The Proprietor begs respectfully to inform the 
Nobility, Gentry, and the Public, that the above 
Establishment is open for carrying on a legitimate 
Commission Business in the disposal of Horses, 
Carriages, &c., by Private Treaty, Daily. Also BY 
AUCTION, EVERY TUESDAY, commencing at 
Twelve o'clock precisely, according to Conditions 
exhibited on the Premises, which have been built 
regardless of expense, with latest improvements 
for ventilation, drainage. &c. The Accommoda- 
tion and Attention are admitted to be superior to 
any similar Establishment in London ; the situa- 
tion is central— at a junction of seven leading 
thorough tares to all parts of the Metropolis, and 
One Mile from the London Bridges. 
The Proprietor assures the Public there is no 
dealing permitted by himself or any person con- 
nected with his Repository, or misrepresentation 
of ownership of horses resorted to : thus the in- 
terests <>f both Buyers uud Sellers are equully and 
completely protected. 
Horses ink,-,, from any of the London Railway 
Stutions without any charge to the owner. 
R. D. REA, Proprietor. 
A choice of over 100 Horses, varied Daily, con- 
sisting <>I Hunters, Hacks, Cobs, Harness llorses, 
Ponies, &c., nlso Cart and Van Horses, may be 
inspected, and trials ullowed for every purpose on 
the Premises, prior to Purchase. 
(Adjacent to the Elephant and Castle.) 
r PO COACIIMAKERS, SADDLER; 
,JL HARNESS MAKERS, and the Public. 
1 he GREAT CENTRAL HORSE and CA1 
RIAGE REPOSITORY. ST. GEORG E’S-ROAl 
LONDON, will) spacious floors, galleries for Ca 
nHges. Harness, &c., is now complete, and wi 
adapted lor the sale of tuch. New Carriages ai 
Harness sold at this mart are not chargeable wii 
rent or standing. R. D. REA, Proprietor. 
l‘-S.— Upwards of 100 horses are weekly on vie 
and sale. Auctions every Tuesduy. Sales 6 p 
cent. II not sold, 5s. for auction expenses. 
CHARLES LENNY, 
Coach and Harness Manufacturer. 
20, NORTH END, CROYDON, 
B EGS to call attention to his Broughams, 
Clarences, Barouches, with his registered 
noseless wheel-plate, thus shortening the distance 
between the wheels, and lessening the draught for 
the horse, allowing the wheels to lock quite under, 
and having high front wheels. 
C. L. lias constantly on sale Cab and Driving 
Phaetons, Stanhope and single Horse ditto, Pony 
Carriages, and Park Phaetons, lie also solicits 
attention to his Newport Pagnel and other Carts, 
either with panels or wickerwork sides, und to his 
Bagot Cart, in panel or wickerwork, easy of access, 
and possessing all the advantages of the Malvern 
Cart, but less expensive. 
He has also a large stock of Croydon Basket 
Carriages, cheap and elegant, and in every variety 
of shape, either for sale or building to order, witti 
or without heads, to suit either the Shetland Pony 
or the Horse. 
C. L. would also invite an Inspection of his re- 
gistered l liuetou in busket-work, suitable either 
tor one or a pair of fonies or horses. 
Carnages of all kinds let ou hire for Iodk or 
short engagements. fa 
A CLEAR SKIN and BEAUTIFUL 
2\. COMPLEXION for ONE SHILLING — 
LOCOCK’S LOTION, for the Complexion, re- 
moves all imperfections of the Skin, giving it a 
soft, fair, and juvenile appearance. In Bottles, 
Is. 1 Jd. each -LOCOCK’S ORANGE-BLOSSOM 
TOOTH-POWDER, for preserving the Teeth, 
giving them a pearly whiteness, arresting decay, 
and sweetening the breath. In Boxes, Is. ljd. 
To be had of Mr. Sanger, 150, and Messrs. Hannay 
and Co., G3, Oxford-street; and all Medicine 
Vendors. 
B NICOLL’S 
• REGISTERED 
SHIRT, SIX for FORTY 
SHILLINGS, is proverbial 
for fit, quality, and work- 
manship. Boy's, 6 for 22s. Gd. 
Embroidered aud other 
Dress Shirts. Coloured Shirts 
in great variety. Three-fold 
Collars, 1 Is. Gd. per dozen. 
FLANNEL SHIRTS for 
the MOORS, Walking, 
Hunting, and Yachting, in Wove and Printed 
Checks, Stripes, &c. 
• 12 , Regent-circus, Piccadilly ; 4G, Lombard-street, 
City; South Gallery, Crystal Palace. Country 
Agents. Particulars Free. 
F ORD’S EUREKA 
SHIRTS.- Best quality 
six for 4Us. ; if washed anr 
ready for use, 42s. Secoiit 
quality, six for 31s., if washed 
and ready for use, 33s. Gentle- 
men desirous of obtaining shirt! 
in the very best manlier ir 
which they can be made, an 
solicited to try FoHD'sIiunEEAs 
“The most unique, and tlx 
only perfect fitting shirt made ’ 
— Observer. 
Country residents purchasing 
in any provincial town are re- 
quested to observe on the inte- 
rior olthe collar- band the staiuj 
—“Ford's Eureka Shirts, as 
Poultry” (without which nom 
are genuine). Price lists, con 
taiuing directions for self-mea- 
surement, and every particular 
— are forwarded post free; and 
pat i. ins io select from of the new Registered 
Coloured Shirting, on receipt ol six stamps. 
RICHARD FORD, 38, Poultry, London. 
RUPTURES.— BY ROYAL LETTERS 
PATENT. 
TA/ - HITE’S MOC-MAIN LEVE1 
Y T TRUSS is allowed by upwards of 200 Med: 
cal gentlemen to he the most effect iv 
invention in the curative treatmen 
of HERNIA. The use of a stei 
spring, so often hurtful in its effect; 
is here avoided ; a soft bandage bcin 
worn round the body, while the rc 
quisitc resisting power is supplie 
by the MOC-MAIN PAD and 1»A 
'1 ENT I, EVER, fitting with so inuc 
ease aud closeness that it cannot b 
detected, and may be worn durin 
sleep. A descriptive circular ma 
be had, and the 'J runs (which cannt 
I ail to lit) forwarded by post, on t )i 
circumference of the body two inclio 
below the hips being sent to tli 
, manufacturer, Mr. Wuite, 228, l’h 
cadilly, London. 
Price of a single truss, lGs., 21s„ 2Gs. Gd., an 
3 Is. Gd. ; postage. Is. Double ditto, 3is. Gd., 4 '>s 
and ..2s. Gd. ; postage, Is. Sd. I'o-t-office orders t 
diUy IUdc pnyablet0 Jol,N White, Po.t-ollice, l'icci 
J-T MASTIC STOC KING S. — The materif 
ti. t, , IC8 . e are made is recommende 
mM*iK«/iur C ' np ! ,CfU ' iar 'y ELASTIC an 
L I - • “') d the best invention ft 
Sywr*U n e e s Pcrm J anent support in n 
$' fV - s fv NG of til 
LEGS, \ARIC05>L VEINS, SPRAINS. &c. 1 
is porous, light in texture, and inexpensive, an 
is drawn on like an ordinary stocking, price froi 
7s. Gd. to lGs. each. Postage, Gd. 
Mancfactoby, 228, Piccadilly, London. 
Under the immediate patronage of the Courts of 
Europe, the Aristocracy, and the Upper Classes. 
R OWLANDS’ MACASSAR OIL is 
universally in high repute for its remark- 
able virtues in nourishing, improving, and beautify- 
ing the Human Hair. Its operation in cases of 
baldness is peculiarly active ; and in the growth of 
the Beard, Whiskers, Moustachios, and Eyebrows, 
it is also an unfailing stimulant. Price 3s. Gd., 7s., 
10s. Gd., and 21s. per bottle. 
ROWLANDS’ KALY’DOR, an Oriental Bota- 
nical Preparation, for improving and beautifying 
the Complexion, eradicating all cutaneous defects 
and discolorations, and rendering the skin soft, 
fair, and blooming. Its use obviates all the effects 
of climate on the skin, whether with reference to 
cold and inclemency, or intense solar heat. Price 
4s. Gd. and 8s. Gd. per bottle. 
ROWLANDS' ODONTO, or PEARL DEN- 
TRIFICE, a White Powder, compounded of the 
choicest and most rfoherchd ingredients of the 
Oriental Herbal, of inestimable value in preserving 
and beautifying the teeth, strengthening the gums, 
and in rendering the breath sweet and pure. Price 
2s. 9d. per box. 
Sold by A. ROWLAND and SONS, 20, Hatton- 
gardeu, London, and by Chemists and Perfumers. 
IMPORTANT to FAMILIES FUR- 
_L NISHING, who study elegance with economy. 
JAMES COOK’S THREE GUINEA FRENCH- 
POLISHED MAHOGANY ARABIAN BED- 
STEAD, Bedding, Cabinet, Carpet, Looking-glass, 
and Upholstery Warehouse. — Brompton-house, 22 
and 23, Queen’s-buildings, Kniglitsu ridge. Esti- 
mates given, and a list of prices sent post-free. 
HONOURABLE BOARD OF ORDNANCE. 
M ARQUEES and Tents for Cricket and 
Archery Clubs.— WILLIAM PIGGOTT. 
115, Fore-street, City, London, Manufacturer of 
Marquees, Tents, Flags. Awnings, Rick Cloths, 
nirpnulings, Improved Waterproof Oiled Sheets, 
Covers for Carts, Waggons, and Loin Cloths for 
Horses. Sacks, Sacking and Canvass. Marquees 
iirul Flags let out on hire, for large or small par- 
ties, Horticultural Fetes, and Flower Shows. 
Awnings mid Temporary Rooms erected, and 
elegantly fitted up, lighted, and boarded. 
Terms reasonable. 
Manufactobeks to 
Ueb Majesty’s 
F IELD’S WEDDING, BIRTHDAY, 
and CHRISTENING PRESENTS, at the 
great Bible Warehouse, 05, Regent-street, corner 
of Air-street. Splendid illustrated largo type 
FAMILY' BIBLES for One Guinea; rich velvet 
Church Services, in lock case, for 15s.; elegant 
Pocket Reference Bible, with maps, and rim, and 
clasp, 10s. Gd. The complete Bible and Prayer, 
bound in morocco, with rim and clasp, 9s. Gd. Also 
the Bible and Prayers, 2 vols., with clasp, for 
2s. Gd., suitable for children. John Field has the 
largest, cheapest, and best stock in the kingdom. — 
65, Regent-9treet. 
GUNS, RIFLES, AND PISTOLS. 
OAMUEL NOCK, GUNMAKER, 116, 
kj Jermyn-street, St. James’s, London, begs to 
invite the Nobility, Gentry, and Sporting Commu- 
nity, to the inspection of his Stock of GUNS, 
RIFLES, PISTOLS, &c , which are warranted of 
the best quality and workmanship 
N.B.— Good double Guns, .£30 in cases. 
GUNS. RIFLES, AND REVOLVERS. 
J LANG has an extensive assortment 
• of Second-hand GUNS, by all the first 
London Makers, at half their original cost, which 
he has taken in exchange, in addition to his own 
superior GUNSand RIFLES, as turned out by the 
late Joseph Manton, for the superior finish of which 
J. Lung obtained a prize-medal at the Great Exhi- 
bition. Rifles on the most approved plan lor the 
Conical Ball, for Deer-shooting or long distances. 
Revolving Pistols ou J. Lang's own plun, as also 
Dean and Adams’, Colt’s, &c. ; but a trial is re- 
commended before risking money or life. 
22 . Cockspur-street, London. 
HPHE BUCEPHALUS NOSEBAND.— 
JL A simple and easy remedy for hard-pulling 
liorses, rendering inveterate borers tractable and 
light in hand. Suitable to any curb-bridle. Ex- 
tensively patronised by the officers of her Ma- 
jesty’s cavalry, the sporting world, &c., and 
strongly recommended for ladies’ use. Price, lor 
saddle-horses, 8s.; for harness-horses, 12s. Sent 
(post free) on receipt of a money order, payable at 
the Piccadilly Post-office, to W’ituam M.Bvwateb, 
Saddler, &c., 99, Piccadilly. London.— None are 
genuine unless stamped— " Bywater, London." 
TV/T ATRIMONIAL INSTITUTION.— 
fl Oflices, 12 , John-street, Adelplii, London, 
and 18, Nassau-street, New Y r ork. Founded in 
1846.— This Institution has been established many 
years (with great success), as a medium for the 
introduction of parties unknown to each other, who 
are desirous of forming nintriinoniui alliances, but 
who, from some cause or other, cannot find partners 
in their own circle of acquaintance, suitable in 
position. &c. The strictest honour and secrecy is 
maintained in every case.— Prospectuses, Applica- 
tion Forms, Rules, and every information, sent free 
to any address, on receipt of twelve postage stamps. 
By Order of the Directors, 
LAURENCE CUTHBURT. 
12, John-street, Adelplii, London. 
BY HER MAJESTY“S ROYAL LETTERS 
PATENT. 
M AJOR’S REMEDIES for the HORSE, 
the best and most effectual ever discovered, 
superseding the “ burning iron’’ and the torture of 
“ cautery.” 
MAJOR’S BRITISH REMEDY for the Cure of 
Ringbone, Spavins. Splints, &c. A single bottle 
sufficient to cure from four to six Spavins, price 
£1. 15s. 1 ’ 1 
MAJOR’S SINOVITIC LOTION (the Remedy. 
No. 2), for Grogginess, Weak Joints, Sprains of the 
Back Sinews, Ruptures of the Sheaths of Tendons, 
Suspensory Ligaments, Shoulder Lameness, and 
Intlammution ; also for the cure and prevention of 
breaking down, &c. In bottles, large size. £l. Is. ; 
small, )0s. Gd. each. The above invaluable reme- 
dies can now be forwarded to any part of the 
United Kingdom. Pre-payment, by Check or Post- 
office order, made payable to Joseph Major, Post- 
office, Cliaring-cross. 
Letters addressed to Joseph Major, Horse Infir- 
mary, British-yard, Cockspur-street. 
Agent for Newmarket, Mr. Thomas Dunning ; 
for Scotland, Messrs Gardner and Ainslie, Edin- 
burgh ; Mr. W. F. Wells, chemist, 52, Sackville- 
utreet, agent for Dublin ; ngent for Glasgow, Mr. 
W. A. Preston, lo, Stockwell-street, and 44, 
Adelphl-street. 
