OXFORD.: DEGREES CONFERRED. Doctor of Divinity. Rev. C. Taylor of Baliol college. Masters of Arts. Rev. R. Conington, Lincolu college. Richard Bethell, scholar of Wadham George Alexander Reid, Esq., University college, grand compounder. Rev. William Oldfield Bartlett, Merton Robert Oliver, Merton college. Richard Ford, Trinity college. Rev. John Ayton Wood, St. John's coll. Bachelors of Arts. D. Denne, Exeter college. William Knight, Exeter college. Joseph Thomas James Hewlett, Worcester college. In convocation, the Right Hon. R. Peel, D.C.L., of Christ church, and one of his Majesty's principal secretaries of state, was unanimously re-elected one of the representatives in parliament for this university. Henry Stonehouse, Esq., scholar, is admitted fellow of New college. In convocation, the Rev. the ViceChancellor, nominated the Rev. G. Rowley, D.D., and Master of University col lege, to be one of the Pro-Vice-Chancellors in the place of the late Rev. Dr. Hodson, and he was immediately invested with the said office. The Rev. Ashhurst Turner Gilbert, B.D., Vice-Principal of Brasennose college, is elected Principal of that society, in the place of the Rev. Dr. Hodson, deceased. In convocation, the Rev. Thomas Lee, D.D., president of Trinity college, was nominated one of the delegates of the Clarendon press; and the Rev. Peter Elmsley, M. A., of Christ church, was nominated one of the delegates of estates, in the room of the Rev. Dr. Hodson, late principal of Brasennose college. The Rev. Charles Lloyd, D.D., preacher at Lincoln's Inn, and student of Christ church, is appointed canon of Christ church, and Regius Professor of Divinity, in the room of the Rev. Dr. Hodson, deceased. Married, Heury Addington Simcoe, Esq., B.A. of Wadham college, only son of the late Lieut.-General Simcoe, of Wolford Lodge, Devonshire, to Anne, second daughter of the Rev. Edward Palmer, of Moseley, Warwickshire. Died, on Tuesday, February 1, at Dawlish, Devon, in his 21st year, of pulmonary consumption, H. V. Jackson, Esq., of Jesus College, and of the Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn. The transcendent abilities of this gentleman, his affectionate regard of his parents, his constant steadiness and attachment to his friends, and his indefatigable perseverance, (which foretold a career of fame and honour in his profession,) make his loss a subject of lasting regret to all who had the happiness of knowing him. He was the only son of H. Jackson, Esq., late of Sloane Terrace, Sloane-Street, Chelsea. We notice, with the greatest pleasure, the announcement of a subscription for the promotion of an object which we have long since understood to be in agitation among several respectable members of the University, namely, the purchase of some of those beautiful Models of Ancient Architecture which have excited the admiration of professional architects and all lovers of the science who have seen them in the Musée des Beaux Arts at Paris. In this University, where the value of ancient historians, philosophers, and poets, is so justly appreciated, a more appropriate mode of decorating our public buildings could not be devised than the introduction of accurate representations of those magnificent edifices in whose courts and porticoes were delivered those effusions of genius and wisdom which more than all their military achievements have given glory to the memory of Athens and of Rome. PALMYRA. Some account of the celebrated and magnificent ruins of this city, the subject of the Chancellor's poem for the present year, in the university of Cambridge; and for the Newdigate prize at Oxford, may be found in the following works, which we recommend to the attentive perusal of the candidates: 1. Philosophical Transactions, No. 217, for 1695. 2. The Antiquities of Palmyra, by Ab. Seller, 8vo. London, 1696, with a plate. 3. Halifax's Travels to Tadmor, 8vo. London, 1705. 4. Wood's Ruins of Palmyra, large folio. London, 1753, with 57 plates. 5. Gentleman's Magazine for 1754, where also there is a plate of the ruins. 6. Volney, Voyage en Syrie et en Egypte. 2 tom. 8vo. Paris, 1787, with a folding plate. Volney's Travels were re-published in 1800, and there is likewise an English translation of them. 7. In Dr. Robertson's Account of Ancient India there is an account of Palmyra, but it is a very short one. 8. Voyage Pittoresque en Syrie, &c. par M. Cassas, fol. Paris, 1799, &c. The eighth section of part I. contains an account of Palmyra, with some corrections of Wood's admeasurements and remarks. 9. Thomas Love Peacock, in 1806, published "Palmyra and other poems," 8vo. A few Palmyrene coins are remaining, but they are extremely rare. CLERGYMEN MARRIED. Rev. Henry Cole, to Frances Spencer, daughter of lieut. col. Stransham, of the royal marines, Rev. John Fishpool, of Sawston, to Sarah, second daughter of the late Mr. Cock, of Cambridge. At High Wycombe, Bucks, the Rev. Thomas Boys, only son of admiral Boys, to Miss Somers, of that place. At Northampton, the Rev. J. Riddell, M.A., to Dorothy, youngest daughter of the late John Foster, esq., of Leicester Grange, Leicestershire. Rev. H. W. Whinfield, rector of Battlesden and Potsgrove, to Sarah Arabella, youngest daughter of Wm. Praed, esq., of Tyringham, Bucks. At East Dereham, Rev. William Frost, to Ann, only daughter of the late Rev. Edward Codd. Rev. Mr. Blake, of Bishop's Lydeard, to Mary Ann, daughter of J. Badcock, esq., banker, of Taunton. Rev. J. B. S. Carwithen, vicar of Sand hurst, Berks, to Mrs. Faulkner, daughter of the late general Spry, of the engineers. At Gedling, near Nottingham, the Rev. Henry Jenour, rector of Epperston, in that county, to Caroline, youngest daughter of the Rev. Wm. Smelt, rector of Gedling. Rev. E. Murray, second son of the late right Rev. lord G. Murray, bishop of St. David's, and nephew of the duke of Athol, to Ruperta Catherine, only child of the late Sir G. Wright, bart. Rev. J. Williams, B.D., Fellow of Jesus' college, Oxford, and rector of Llandensant, Anglesea, to Frances, second daughter of T. Lloyd, esq., of the Stone-house, Shrewsbury. At Newton Nottage, Glamorganshire, Rev. J. Blackmore, Fellow of Exeter college, Oxford, to Ann Bassett, second daughter of the Rev. R. Knight, formerly of Tewkesbury, and niece to col. Knight, of Tythegston. CLERGYMEN DECEASED. Rev. F. W. Dealtry, rector of Over Emsley, Yorkshire. At Witnesham, in his 84th year, the Rev. John King, M.A., rector of that parish. The living is in the gift of St. Peter's college, Cambridge. Aged 69 years, the Rev. John Letabiere, rector of the Protestant French Church, and for 40 years curate of St. Nicholas Without, Dublin. Rev. W. Parker, B.D., Fellow of Emanuel college, Cambridge, and curate of St. Peter-le-Poor, London. At his house in Cork, in the 88th year of his age, the Rev. Dr. Atterbury, precentor of Cloyne, rector and vicar of the Union of Clonmell, and formerly censor of Christ Church, in this university. At the vicarage, Great Staughton, Huntingdonshire, aged 65, the Rev. James Pope, B.D., vicar of that parish, and formerly Fellow of St. John's college, in this university. By his removal his family have lost an affectionate parent, his flock a faithful pastor, and his friends a valuable acquaintance. He has left an afflicted widow and nine children.Mr. Pope closed the labours of 26 years by occupying his own pulpit on the Sunday morning preceding his decease. The living is in the gift of the president aud fellows of the above society. At his parsonage-house, Yorkshire, after a lingering illness, the very Rev. "At Witnesham, Suffolk, in his 84th year, the Rev. John King, M.A., rector of that parish, many years master of the grammar-school at Ipswich, and formerly Fellow of St. Peter's college, B.A. 1760, M.A. 1763. The rectory is in the patronage of the master and fellows of that society. The Rev. James Boulter, M.A., vicar of Emeldon, Northumberland, and formerly Fellow of Merton college. The living is in the gift of that society. At his lodgings, in this city, aged 26, the Rev. Francis Joseph Pearce, B.A., curate of Hatford, Berks, and a member of Exeter college. Rev. Charles Hill, rector of Trentishoe and Instow. In his 63d year, at Eustone, Oxfordshire, the Rev. F. Bishop, chaplain to the right hon. the Earl of Shrewsbury. The Rev. Dr. Barrett, vice-provost of Trinity college, Dublin. BRIGHTON INTELLIGENCE. THE KING. AMONGST the many distinguished marks of favour that this town can boast, is the unabated affection of his most gracious Majesty. Almost immediately after the opening of Parliament, our beloved monarch sought the retirement of his marine palace, and rendered the hearts of his faithful subjects happy, by proving that the abode of his youth was hallowed by memory, and still dear to him. Since his return we have several times had an opportunity of seeing his Majesty in his rides in the vicinity of this town, and we were truly happy to observe that his Majesty's appearance indicated an excellent state of health. From the daily improvements which are making in this already delightful town, we venture to prophesy that ere long Brighton will be the successful rival of every place of fashionable resort. There appears, indeed, to be an emulation amongst all ranks to excel; and, whether we view the libraries, promenades, theatre, and other amusements, or the well-stocked markets, we feel no fear of contradiction, when we assert that London can scarcely boast of greater luxuries and conveniences. This may in great measure be imputed to individual exertion, at least in many instances, and it would be injustice to the spirited proprietor of the PICTURE GALLERY, which we before noticed, did we not profess our acknowledgments for the luxurious lounge we accustom ourselves to enjoy in his reading-room. We really think, that the various new publications which are collected in the gallery, afford a delightful morning's recreation both to the fashionable lounger, and the literary proser. We are a mixture of the two, an amphibious animal, that delights in his prerogative to sport in either element. But we are wandering; the soul of man is perhaps never more attuned to harmony than when contemplating the works of art; we felt a kindred affection for every display of genius, and glory in the exaltation of our species. The paintings of De Loutherbourg, which form a distinguishing feature in this collection, are peculiarly calculated to excite these sensations, and that master-piece of Parmegiano, "The Marriage of St. Catherine," has ever called forth our warmest admiration; but, as we have it in contemplation to give a detailed account of this beautiful collection, we will not anticipate the subject. THE STEYNE. WE are happy to observe, that the improvements of the Steyne are in a state of rapid progress. The stone pavement is now completed round the whole of the circle, and the iron railing is for the most part erected. When this is finished, the next object will be to renew the green turf, and to give to the place all the verdure and beauty of a luxuriant lawn. The appearance of the place at this precise moment is certainly somewhat desolate and forlorn, but this is occasioned simply by the circumstances attendant on the operations now going on; and, we have the satisfaction to reflect, that the dull and cheerless season of winter has been selected for the purpose, and that the Steyne will appear embellished in all its beauty at the period of summer, that delightful season when the charms of Nature shall combine with the advantages of art to beautify this place of elegant resort, and to render it worthy of its visitants and admirers. It certainly will not be seen to all its advantage till the statue of his Majesty shall have been erected; and we have the satisfaction to know, that by some necessary and judicious arrangements very recently entered into by the committee, it will not be long ere this desirable result will be accomplished. HARMONIC CONCERTS At Wright's. We were sorry to observe that the last two harmonic concerts were not so well attended as hitherto. We are unable to assign a probable cause for this, as the exertions of Mr. Wright have been unremitting, and we had hoped that they would have met with a more adequate support. We do not, however, despair of seeing some arrangements made ere next winter, to revive this most rational of entertainments; and have little doubt from the activity of some of the present members, to see a body of regulations drawn up, which may render them much more worthy the patronage of the inhabitants and visiters of this gay town. We are happy to learn that the fine musical talents of Mr. Gutteridge (who has hitherto been leader of the band at the above concerts,) have recommended him to distinguished patronage. He has recently been appointed one of his Majesty's private musicians, several gentlemen of his Majesty's private band are in future to undertake the vocal departments, and Mr. Gutteridge we understand will occasionally preside at the organ. SUSPENSION CHAIN PIER. A MEETING was held at the Old Ship, to take into consideration the most effectual method of carrying this interesting subject forward. The meeting was most respectable, and T. R. Kemp, Esq. lord of the manor, being called to the chair, the worthy chairman observed that the object of the meeting was well known to all present, an object which, in his opinion, was of paramount importance to the welfare and prosperity of the town of Brighton, and which met his most sincere and heartfelt approbation; but however high his sentiments were in favour of its erection, still it was his anxious wish that no individual interest should in consequence suffer. As Captain Brown was present, that gentleman would explain his ideas on the subject. Captain Brown then rose, and stated that the utility of a Pier at Brighton, carried a sufficient distance beyond high-water mark, so as to enable steam packets and boats to lay alongside, and embark or land their passengers, was universally admitted; and the proposition had excited greater interest since the resolution had been formed of establishing a Steam Packet Company to France; and certainly there can be no measure adopted which would more effectually promote the prosperity of this town, than the proposed pier. But (said Capt. B.) it becomes a subject of deep solicitude, that there should be no fallacy in the principle, no imperfection in the construction, which would endanger its security, and frustrate the object. With regard to the durability of the materials, it should be observed, that it was at first intended to construct the pier wholly of iron, with the exception of the platform.— The oxidation of cast iron was so imperceptible, that its effects can scarcely be brought within the scope of calculation; and wrought iron, with common attention to cleaning and painting, may be considered as almost imperishable. The planking of the gangway will require to be renewed, perhaps, once in ten or fifteen years.With regard to its strength, when there are so many conspicuous examples of the power of piles to resist the sea in the most exposed situations, any theoretical illustration would be superfluous.. But before notice is taken of the works which have given rise to the proposed plan, a few instances may be stated, such as the Sheers, the Whittaker, the Gun Fleet, and other beacons on the North Coast; the iron beacon on the Black Rock, near Leith, about two miles S.E. from the Trinity Pier, has stood alone for years; North Yarmouth jetty, and the pier at Ostend, remain firm, opposed to the sea from the S.E. and N.W.; and at Cronstadt, in the Gulf of Finland, there are batteries erected on piles like so many islands, which have remained there from the time of Peter the Great. It may also be noticed, that the Trinity Pier, which (although on the same principle) is in all respects a more slender and inferior structure to the proposed pier for Brighton, was erected during the stormy season of the equinox; and even in its unfinished state, while it was of course less capable of resisting the shock of the sea, it suffered no injury. General Sir E. Kerrison, Gen. Mundy, Sir Henry Rycroft, Capt. Malcolm, Major Allin, the Rev. Mr. Everard, Mr. Smith, John Gray, esq., E. Vallance, esq., John Vallance, esq., Thomas West, esq., Mr. Allan, Mr. Saxby, Mr. Rowe, Mr. Clegram, and others, severally addressed Captain Brown on the subject of any difficulty or doubts which might arise in the construction and different arrangements; but every thing was so satisfactorily arranged and replied to, both as to the stability of the pier, and the removal of any impediments in the way of the colliers and other vessels frequenting the beach, that the following resolutions were unanimously agreed to: That it is the opinion of this meeting, that the erection of the pier, as proposed by Captain Brown, would be highly beneficial to the town, and that if it can be so constructed and generally arranged as not to prevent vessels which come to the beach to deliver their cargoes from getting safely to sea again, it ought to receive the undivided support of the town. That, in order to further so desirable an object, a Committee of Gentlemen be appointed to confer with Captain Brown upon the subject, and to devise the best means of carrying it into effect, and that this Committee do consist of the following Gentlemen, with power to add to their number:-T. R. Kemp, esq., Captain Malcolm, R. N., Sir H. Rycroft, Gen. Mundy, Mr. Clegram, Joseph Baker, esq., J. Gray, esq., Capt. Tweedle, Mr. Parnell, Mr. Wilds, Mr. E. Vallance, Mr. Izard, Mr. J. Vallance, Mr. West, Mr. Rowe, W. Wigney, esq., Mr. Allan, Mr. Saxby, Mr. Hall. And, that this Committee do meet on Tuesday next, at twelve o'clock precisely, at the Old Ship. T. R. KEMP, Chairman. That the Thanks of this Meeting be given to T. R. Kemp, esq., for his conduct in the Chair, and for his liberality in waiving the whole of his manorial rights in behalf of the pier. The situation in all respects most suitable both for the convenience of the public and the interest of the Brighton Pier Company, is opposite the East Parade of the Old Steyne and as T. R. Kemp, Esq., and C. S. Dickens, Esq., have, in the most liberal and handsome manner, which must lay, not only the proprietors of the Pier, : |