sense of his conduct in all the social relations of life. I The president would now rise to propose the health of They had assembled to bear testimony to the fidelity and a body to whom India, like other countries, owed her the other virtues he possessed. They had assembled to prosperity. Commerce was the cause of mutual inter> bear testimony to that kind indulgence with which he course between the different separated branches of the always looked upon the failings of others, whilst himself family of man, and of their civilization. In this city practised the highest virtues. In short, they had assem- there were two great names connected with commerce, bled to bear testimony to the great excellence of his cha- one a European and the other a Hindoo, who would racter, not as a statesman, but as a man. (Deafening and have been here if business had not prevented. He meant continued cheers.) Every society of which he had been Mr. Cockerell and Dwarkanath Tagore. One who had a member had been promoted, and every individual brought his wealth to this country from England; and who approached him in distress received relief. His the other, though a Hindoo by birth, was possessed of munificence to every institution in the establishment for the intelligence and notions of Europe, and had esta the happiness of man was well known. To every one blished an agency house. He could not pass over the he extended his assistance in relieving his distress to the name of this noble individual, without alluding to his utmost of his power. These things could not be recol-late munificent donation to the District Charitable Solected without considering Sir Charles as one of the best ciety. The president hoped that all the natives as well friends of this country; one whose memory should be as Europeans would follow his example. Had he been cherished in the bosom of every man. He wished Sir in Calcutta, the president was sure he would have joined Charles a safe voyage to England, a happy meeting the company in celebrating such an occasion. with his friends, and a long life to enjoy the well earned honors he carries with him. (Deafening cheers repeated.)

Sir Charles returned thanks, and alluded to the splendid entertainment, with which he had been honored, and the warmth with which his health had been drank, the recollection of which, after his departure from India, he said, would cheer him through the remainder of his life. He begged the company to accept of his most heartfelt thanks. (Cheers.)

The president then proposed the Bishop of Calcutta, with a few appropriate remarks. Drank with the usual

honors.

The president would next propose the health of one who would gladly have been here if his health had premitted. He meant the Deputy-Governor of Bengal. Drank with all the honors.

The British Navy was the next toast.

Captain Crozier, of the brig Victor, returned thanks in behalf of the Navy, of which, he said, he was but an humble member. He hoped the British Navy would always maintain a high station in the estimation of this community. He hoped she would defend not only the shores of England, but also of all her colonies.

The Army, said the president, required as little preface as the Navy. Ile would, therefore, simply propose the Commander-in-Chief and the British Indian Army Sir W. Cotton, as the senior officer in the room, return ed thanks for the Army.

The Bengal Civil Service was the next given, by the president, who alluded to the high talents and integrity of its members. Mr. Rattrary returned thanks.

Mr. R. S. Thomson here sung," Oh! tell me how to woo the love.

The Ladies of Calcutta was the next toast given from the chair. It was one, said the president, to which every body he was sure would drink with great delight, and one which was well suited to the occasion. He would not enlarge upon their praises; for be feared he would not be able to do justice to the subject. He could not now express himself with so much warmth as he could some years ago. He would, therefore, simply propose, The Ladies of Calcutta.

MR. H.M. PARKER.-He was sure there was not one in the room who would not readily lay down his life for the fair sex; yet it was strange that no one had arisen to speak for them. He would, therefore, try the experi ment, though all the oratory he was master of could not come near the eloquence of their eyes. After a few more humourous observations, which we could not catch, owing to the great distance at which we sat from the speaker, he concluded by wishing the Ladies of Calcutta, health, happiness, and all the blessings that can follow.

the well-known national song.-"Auld Lang Syne.” After a pause of some minutes, Mr. Johnstone sung

Success to steam communication between India and England was then given from the president, who adverted to the exertions of Lord William Bentinck in this behalf, as one of the instances of that nobleman's devotion to the cause of this country and its future promotion. Commerce, he said, was the bond of union between distant nations, and steam navigation formed a He recommended part of the means of carrying it on. ferences should be set aside in this great undertaking. unity among the supporters of the scheme, and that dif In conclusion, he proposed the health of Lord William Bentinck, and the firm establishment of steam communication. - Drank with loud cheers.

Sir Edward Ryan said, that as Mr. Parker had set the example of returning thanks for the ladies, he would do the same for the steam communication. He had always been an advocate for steam communiaction in India. His honourable friend, the president, had not, however, explained whether he meant the success of a small experiment, or the establishment of a general system which would open a communication between England and all the three presidencies of India. From the alluwhich were directed to the general scheme, he however sion to the exertions of Lord Bentinck in this regard, concluded, that the toast must mean that, and in that sense he would acknowledge the compliment. He was glad to observe the question of steam introduced into meetings of this kind, for by constant agitation he thought every thing could be gained.

The Marquess of Wellesley was the next toast given from the chair. This was an appropriate toast for the occasion, in consequence of the friendship that subsisted between Sir Charles Metcalfe and his Lordship, whose conduct in India had now become a matter of history. to this country than his Lordship. The improvements There was, however, no man who had done more good made to this town were among the proofs of his exertions. But the greatest benefit he had done was to introduce Sir Charles Metcalfe into the Indian service.

Drank with all the honours.

The Duke of Wellington.-On the political opinions of the Duke, the president would offer no opinion. The military achievements of his grace were well known to all, and also that this was the country in which he was bred to the use of arms. Drank with all the honors.

interest those who came to this country from England
There was no subject, said the president, which could
which Sir Charles had laboured with others.
more than the improvement of the natives, a cause in
the advancement of the natives of India in civilization,
He gave
and their improvement in knowledge and morals. Drank

as usual.

The president, I challenge any man to state an ob- soldier, would now propose the health of an eminent jection to the toast I am about to propose, which is a statesman and civilian. He meant Lord Grey, a man very appropriate one to the present occasion. I give, who had devoted his life to the service of his country Liberty all over the world. Drank as usual. and the cause of liberty.

Mr. H. M. Parker proposed the Bar of Calcutta, Sir Charles Metcalfe proposed the health of the Prewhich was drank with all the honors; and Mr. Longue-sident, the Vice President, and the stewards, which was ville Clarke returned thanks, apologizing for his hoarse- drank with all the honors. ness, by saying that he lost his voice in a good cause the night before, viz. the Liberty of the Press. (Cheers.)

The president returned thanks for himself and his colEarl Grey-The president, without alluding to his leagues; and hoped some of the stewards would better political opinions, as he had done in the case of a great be able to return their own thanks.-Hurk., Feb. 13.

METCALFE MEETING.

The meeting at the Town-hall yesterday afternoon was numerously attended, Sir Elward Ryan presiding. The chairman briefly opened the proceedings, stating, in the terms of advertisement, a preliminary meeting had been held at his chambers to consider in what manner all classes of society might best unite in doing honor by a public entertainment to the eminent public and private virtues of Sir Charles Metcalfe.

The Hon. Mr. Shakespear proposed a resolution, which was seconded by general Macgregor, and carried, that a public dinner be given, and that Sir J. P. Grant be requested to preside, and Sir W. Cotton to undertake the office of Vice-president."

Mr. H.M. Parker proposed a resolution forming the committee He stated that the list comprised all classes. He alluded to the proposed dinner to be given to Sir Charles by those who appreciate his measure of freeing the Indian Press. But the dinner now under consideration was distinct from all political feeling; it was to shew their regard for a great and good man, whose heart was open as day to melting charity, and whose band was as open as his heart. Mr. R.D. Mangles seconded the resolution, which was carried. following are the names of the stewards.

The

Baboo Prosunnoo Comar
Tagore,

Baboo Russomoy Dutt,
Mr. Rustomjee Cowasjee,
Dr. Goodeve,

Dr. O'Shaughnessy,
Capt. D. L. Richardson,
Mr. H. M. Parker,
Mr. Patrick.

Mr. T. Holroyd moved that the Bishop of Calcutta, and the committee be requested to form a deputation, to wait on Sir Charles and to ascertain his wishes as to the time. The chairman intimated that the Bishop acquiesced in the proposal.

The proceedings were about to terminate when Mr. L. Clarke requested the attention of the meeting. He perfectly agreed with what hal been proposed, but he thought, this was not sufficient. Something more was due in honor of the man whom they all prized as a private individual, as an officer of Government, and as the friend of every class. He proposed, therefore, that a subscription be opened for a piece of plate, that Sir Charles may carry from India as a token of our rever. ence, respect, and esteem. Mr. R. S. Thomson seconded the resolution, and it was put and carried by accla

MILITARY ORPHAN SOCIETY.

Pursuant to advertisement, a meeting of the subscribers to the Military Orphan Society took place, this morning, at the Town-hall. After same discussion the meeting elected Major Colnet to the Chair.

It was then proposed by the Captain Fitzgerald, and seconded by Captain Thomson, that the report be read." This proposition having been put to the vote

Captain Thomson then proposed that the meeting adjourn until Tuesday next at 11 o'clock, which being seconded by the Revd. Mr. Ruspini, was put to the vote and negatived also.

A vote of thanks was then proposed to the chairman for his able conduct in the chair, which was carried unanimously.

ERRATUM.

After the concluding paragraph of the report of the Metcalfe Dinner, in page 94 of the Journal, read the following:

Sir Edward Ryan was sorry that the President had placed him in a doubtful position, for he was not sure whether bis learned friend had returned thanks or left him and the other stewards that duty to perform. He would, however, choose the alternative of performing the duty. He then returned thanks to Sir Charles and those who had joined in the toast, and expressed his regret that it was the last time on which he would meet the worthy guest on such an occasion in this country.

Sir W. Cotton also returned thanks from the further end of the table.

Mr. Shakespeare proposed the health of Sir J. P. Grant, and complimented him on the able and eloquent manner in which he had conducted the business of the evening.

Sir J. P. Grant returned thanks, and, adverting to the great pleasure he had derived that evening, proposed-according to the old custom-a good night.

Sir Charles was attended to the door by the stewards and the remainder of the company, where he took leave, and was followed to his conveyance with loud cheers and waving of hats and handkerchiefs from the company, every one striving to shew his regard for their distinguished and popular guest.

ANNUAL MEETING OF THE BENGAL CLUB.

At the Annual Meeting of the Members of the Bengal | That in order to prevent any sort of altercation or Club, held on Saturday last, the following gentlemen interference with the servants of the club, all expression were present:

Major-General Sir Willoughby Cotton, K.C.H. was maps, &c. with the view of forming the nucleus of a requested to take the chair.

That a special committee to consist of seven members of the club, be nominated to take into consideration and report on the proposition of Mr. Dickens, or any other party, to provide a suitable club house on the terms he Sir W. Cotton, K.C.H. | Chas. Trower, Esq. C.S. proposes, and that the following gentlemen be requested to form the above Commmittee; viz.