The rev. Henry Fardell, of St. John's Cambridge, and prebendary of Ely, to the rectory of Tyd, St. Giles, in the Isle of Ely, vacant by the death of the rev. Timothy Matthews.

The rev. J. H. Rose, M. A. of Trinity college, Cambridge, and of Maresfield, Sussex, presented by the archbishop of Canterbury, to the vicarage of Horsham, vacant by the death of the rev. Mr. Jameson.

Cambridge.-The rev. J. Hallowell, M. A. fellow of Christ's college, is appointed pro-prætor for the ensuing year.

The rev. Wm. Russell, of St. John's, admitted M. A.

Dr. John Clarke Whitfield, organist of Hereford cathedral, and formerly organist of Trinity and St. John's colleges, elected professor of Music, in the room of the late Dr. Hague.

DECEMBER.

5. Whitehall.-Alexander M'Innes, lieut. 2nd Life Guards, in memory of his maternal uncle, lieut.-gen. Robert Nicholson, to take and use the surname of Nicholson only.

BREVET.-Major Disbrowe, Grenadier Guards, to be lieut.-colonel.Major hon. A. J. H. F. De Roos, to be lieut.-colonel.

8. 55th Foot-Capt. hon. E. Cust to be major. 56th-Brevet-major Prichard to be

major.

91st-Maj. Macdonald to be major. BREVET.-Colonel count Bentinck de Rhone to be major-general on the continent of Europe only.

STAFF.-Lieut.-col Cotton, extra aide-de-camp to the king, with rank of colonel.

11. The marquis of Wellesley to be lieut.-general and general governor of Ireland.

The duke of Montrose, to be lord chamberlain, vice marquis of Hertford, resigned; the marquis of Conyngham to be lord steward of the household, vice marquis of Cholmondeley, resigned; and the duke of Dorset to be master of the horse, vice the duke of Montrose, promoted as above. The duke of Dorset, the marquis of Conyngham, and H. Goulburn, esq. sworn of his majesty's privy council.

13. The earl of Huntingdon appointed governor of Dominica.

BREVET.-Capt. Robert Simpson, town major of Portsmouth, a major in the army.

18. Major-general Fitzgerald, and Henry Brooke, of Cole Brooke, Fermanagh, created baronets. Sir John Croft permitted to wear the insignia of tower and sword.

ECCLESIASTICAL PREFERMENTS.

Rev. H. K. Bonney, to the Archdeaconry of Bedford.

Rev. J. T. Hurlock, D. D. to the prebend of Husborne and Burbage, at Salisbury.

Rev. John Moore (Archdeacon of Exeter), to a prebend in Exeter cathedral.

Rev. W. H. White, St. Mary Bredin V. Canterbury.

Rev. T. Watson, Thurlton R. Norfolk.

Rev. C. Penrice, Little Plumstead R. with Witton & Brundall annexed, Norfolk.

Rev. H. Wilson, Collingburn Ducis R. Wilts.

Rev. R. Skinner, Sampford Peverell R. Devon.

Rev. T. Tattershall, St. Matthew's perp. cur. Liverpool.

Rev. Dr. Wylde, Waltham R. Norfolk

Rev. J. Hodgkinson, Leigh R. Lancashire.

Rev. W. Wilkinson, Sowerby Chapelry, near Thirsk, Yorkshire.

Rev. C. Ford, Billingford R. Norfolk. Rev. H. Dawson, Bunwell R. Norfolk.

Rev. John Jenkyns, Horsmonden R. Kent.

Rev. J. Hurt, Beeston V. Notts. Rev. J. Jacob, St. Aubyn perp. cur. Plymouth Dock.

Rev. C. Boyle, Tamerton Folliot V. Devon.

Rev. J. Hodgkinson, Leigh V. Lancashire.

Rev. H. T. Grace, Westham V. Sussex.

Rev. Henry Comyn, Monathon, otherwise Manacan V. Cornwall.

Rev. John Jeffery, D. D. Exton R. Somerset.

Rev. H. Boulton, Sibsey V. Lincolnshire.

Rev. R. T. Meade, Marston Bigot R. Somersetshire.

Rev. P. George, Aycliffe V.Durham. Rev. J. Miller, a minor canon in Durham cathedral.

Rev. E. Day, Kirby Bedon St. Andrew R. Norfolk.

Rev. J. Spurway, Pitt Portion R. in the church of Tiverton.

Rev. W. J. Birdwood, Holme V. Devon.

Rev. George Coke, Aylton R. Herefordshire.

Rev. William Nourse, Clapham R. Sussex.

Rev. John Webb (minor canon of Gloucester), Cardiff V.

Rev. M. Vicars, Allhallows R. Exeter.

Rev. John Strode Foot, Liskeard V. Rev. Joseph Ashbridge, Heath V. Derbyshire.

Rev. H. H. Milman, M.A. of Brasennose college, Oxford, to be professor of Poetry, vice Rev. J. Conybeare, resigned.

DEATHS.

DISTINGUISHED FOREIGNERS, Chiefly Literary and Scientific Men.

Achard. A learned naturalist, director of the physical class in the academy of sciences at Berlin, and member of several foreign academies. Died at Kunern, April 22, aged 69.

Bartsch, Adam. Knight of the order of Leopold, aulic counsellor, and director in chief of the imperial library at Vienna. This indefatigable connoisseur was well known to all print collectors by his valuable work, Le Peintre Graveur, in 20 volumes, 8vo. which is a valuable addition to the literature of that branch of the fine arts to which he more particularly_devoted his time and talents. Just before his death he had completed another useful publication, in two volumes, 8vo. Anleitung zer Kupferstichkunde (Introduction to the Study and Knowledge of Engravings); a work that may be considered as an excellent grammar of the art, and as affording much information within a small compass. His own etchings amount to 505. Born August 7, 1757. Died August 21.

Bollmann, Dr. Errick, was an Hano

verian by birth, but latterly a resident in America. He distinguished himself some years ago by planning the escape of La Fayette, which was however without success. In America Dr. B. applied himself to mercantile, and scientific pursuits; among the latter chemistry and political economy were his favourite branches of study. He was possessed of the secret of rendering platina malleable. Died at Jamaica, of the yellow fever, December 9th.

Bridel, Louis, Preacher in the French church at Basle, and professor of oriental languages at the academy of Lausanne. His principal works are, French Translations of the Book of Job, of the Psalms, and of the Fifth Canto of Dante's Inferno; an Essay on the Jewish Chronology, and a variety of papers in Le Conser vateur Suisse. Died at Lausanne, in the month of February, in his 61st year.

Fick, J. C. professor of history and geography, and teacher of the English language at the university of Erlangen. Born 12th Oct. 1763, died at Erlangen. 26th June.

Fiorillo, Domenico, the author of Geschichte der Zeichnenden Kunste, &c. His History of Italian Painting, although serviceable as a work of reference, contains but little originality or deep research, being principally a compilation from the numerous Italian writers on art. As an artist, he was entitled to but little praise either for the composition or the execution of his subjects; nor did he avail himself, as he might have done, of his long residence in Italy, Died Sept. 10th, in his 74th year.

Fontanes, M. de, a distinguished French litterateur, born at Niort, of a noble family, 1761. At the age of 21, he published a translation of Pope's Essay on Man, which he afterwards revised and corrected. He produced also many poetical works, and at the commencement of the Revolution published a Journal entitled the Moderator. Afterwards another called the Memorial, in conjunction with M. La Harpe, which was suppressed in Sept. 1799, and all the parties concerned in it obliged to escape. On this occasion Fontanes came to England, where he became acquainted with M. Cha

-teaubriand. In 1814 he spoke powerfully in favour of the Bourbons.

Fuentes, Giorgio, a native of Milan, early distinguished himself by his attachment to painting; and, after his first studies, directed his attention to scenic decoration, a branch of the art that was then raised to importance by the talents of Galliani and Gonzaga. Died at Milan, in July, in his 65th year. Geyer, Ludwig Heinrick Christian, a painter, actor, and dramatic writer of considerable repute in Germany. Painting was his earliest pursuit, and that to which he was more particularly attached. Yet a passion for theatrical amusements, and the hope of finding the stage a more lucrative profession, induced him to become an actor. As a dramatic writer, his compositions, although not numerous, were successful. Born at Eisleben, Jan. 21, 1780; died September 30.

Gili, Filippo Luigi, was born at Corneto, 14th March, 1756. He was a canon of the Basilica of the Vatican, and superintendent of the observatory, founded by Gregory XIII. His principal studies were natural history, botany, and particularly astronomy; and he wrote many treatises on scientific subjects. The museum of natural history which he had formed was bequeathed by him to the Lancisi library.

Herschell, A., a celebrated musician, and brother to sir W. Herschell, the astronomer, died at Hanover.

Heyne, Christian Lebrecht, a popular German dramatist and novelist, under the assumed name of Anton Wall, author of Bagatellen, Amathonte, Corone, &c. Died Jan. 13, at Hirschberg on the Saale, aged about 70.

He

Jordan, Camille, member of the chamber of deputies. This celebrated orator, and political character, was born at Lyons, Jan. 11, 1771. first visited Paris in 1790; and in 1793, when Lyons opposed the tyranny of the national convention, first displayed his eloquence. After the siege of Lyons, he retired to Switzerland, and from thence came to this country, where he formed a connexion with Erskine, Fox, &c. and studied our literature, legislation, and constitution. Subsequently he went to Germany, where he also became acquainted with several of the first

literati. In 1800, he was recalled to France, and opposed the pretensions of Buonaparte, then first consul. During the imperial government, he lived in entire seclusion, occupied solely with literary pursuits. Attached to the Bourbons, he endea voured to promote their restoration, 1814. Died 19th of May, in his 51st year.

Krimmel, John Ludwig, (president of the Society of American Painters), a native of Germany, but for some years resident at Philadelphia, where he was just obtaining reputation as an artist, and had been commissioned to paint a large picture of the landing of Penn. Drowned while bathing, July 15, aged 36.

Maistre, Joseph Comte de, minister of state to his majesty the king of Sardinia, plenipotentiary to the court of St. Petersburgh, &c. &c. was born 1753, at Chambery, of which city he became a senator in 1787. On the invasion of Switzerland by the French, in 1793, he quitted his native country. In 1799, he followed the king of Sardinia to the island of that name, and, in 1803, was appointed plenipotentiary to the Russian court, where he continued till 1817. His writings have done much for the cause of catholicism; and no one has scrutinised Voltaire more keenly. Died at Turin, Feb. 15.

Marchena, Abbe, celebrated as a political writer both in French and Spanish.

Palmieri, Abbate Vincenzo, professor of theology at Pisa and Pavia, obtained considerable notoriety by supporting doctrines not very favourable to the church of Rome. His Treatise on Indulgencies has been translated into several languages; but the work which has conferred on him most honour is his Treatise on the Truths of the Gospel.

Pecheux, Laurence, first painter to his majesty the king of Sardinia, director of the school of painting, member of the Royal Academy of Sciences, and knight of the order of St. Maurice and Lazarus. Of his talents as an artist he has left a fine monument in the beautiful Frescoes which he executed at the Villa Borghese. Died at Turin, in July.

Potocki, Count Stanislaus, president

Thaarup, Thomas, one of the best modern Danish poets, his Cantatas rival those of Ewald in majesty and grandeur, while his hymns are superior to any compositions of this class if we except those of Baggesen. He produced also three operas, all of which are exceedingly popular in Denmark. Born at Copenhagen 21st Aug. 1749, died in July.

Vanloo, Charles, a French painter, celebrated for his landscapes of winter scenery. Died at Paris, in the month of June, aged 79.

Venini, L'Abbate) Francesco, professor of the university of Parma, was a mathematician, philologist, and poet, and the author of several highly esteemed works. Died at Milan, April 5, aged 83.

Voigt, Jean Charles Guillaume, was an excellent naturalist, and director of the mines at Ilmenau, on the subject of which he wrote an essay, his latest production. He died at Ilmenau, January 1, in his 68th year.

Weber, Anselm. This celebrated composer was born at Manheim, 1766; he was at first destined for the church, and passed through a course of theological studies; but his attachment to music preponderated, and determined him to embrace that as his profession. He afterwards travelled with the celebrated Abbe Vogel through Holland, England, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden; became director of the band at the theatre at Berlin; and subsequently, on his return from Paris, in 1805, was appointed leader at the chapel royal at Berlin. He set to music many of the pieces of Göethe and Schiller; for the last he composed the music of Hermann and Thusnelda. His operas had great success. Died March 23.

Zetlitz, Jens, was a native of Norway, and a Danish poet of some eminence. Some of his lyric effusions are esteemed the happiest specimens in this class of poetry that Denmark has produced. Born 1761.

JANUARY 1821.

3. At Bath, lieutenant-general Monro, of Ensham-house, Dorsetshire.

6. At Bath, aged 80, the hon. Agnesa Yorke, second wife and widow of the lord chancellor, Charles Yorke, and mother to the right hon. Charles Philip Yorke; to vice-admiral sir Joseph Yorke, K. C. B.; and to Caroline, late

countess of St. German's.

In Duke-street, Westminster, John Lillingston Pownall, esq. of East Wykeham, in the county of Lincoln, and provost marshal-general of the Leeward Islands; as he died without issue, his estates devolve to sir George Pownall, at Brighton, as does likewise his office, sir George being the last in succession to the patent.

7. In Holles street, Cavendishsquare, in her 79th year, Mrs. John Hunter, widow of the great physiologist, J. Hunter, and eldest daughter of the late Robert Home, esq. an eminent surgeon of his day (father of sir Everard Home). Mrs. Hunter was a woman of very superior attainments. Her poetry, consisting chiefly of lyric and elegiac pieces, is distinguished by elegance both of thought and expression. Many of these exquisitely beautiful compositions were composed, expressly for melodies, by the celebrated Haydn. Mrs. H. left a son, in the army, and a daughter, the widow of general sir James Campbell.

7. At Hengrave-hall, Suffolk, lady Throckmorton, relict of the late sir John Throckmorton, bart. of Buckland, Berks, and Coughton, Warwickshire, in her 59th year.

8. Suddenly, at his house in Westsquare, Lambeth, lieutenant-colonel Handfield, of the royal engineers, in his 43rd year.

- At Norton-house, Devonshire, lady Jodrell, relict of the late sir Paul Jodrell.

9. At his house in Park-place, aged 33, the rev. Frederic Thruston, M. A. (third son of the late Framingham Thruston, esq. of Weston-hall, Suffolk) officiating minister of Bayswater chapel. This excellent young

man, whose duty as a pastor was unremitted, published a work on the Pro phecies, in 2 vols. 8vo, and a small tract, intituled, "The Night of Treason." During part of a two years residence in Switzerland, he performed the duty of the English churches there. A volume of Sermons, with a Portrait of the author, have been published since his death.

At T. W. Money's, esq. M. P. Mrs. Cunningham, wife of the rev. J. W. Cunningham, vicar of Harrow.

10. Francis Drake, esq. of Wells, in the county of Somerset, recorder of that borough, one of his majesty's deputy, lieutenants for that county, and formerly British minister at the court of Bavaria.

James Topping, esq. of Whatcroft-hall, Cheshire, one of his majesty's counsel, a bencher of the Inner Temple, and late attorney-general of the county palatine of Lancaster, and of the county palatine of Durham.

12. At Brompton-grove, at an advanced age, sir John Macpherson, bart., many years a member of the Supreme Council, at Bengal, and, afterwards, governor-general of India.

13. General Gwyn, colonel of the king's dragoon guards, and governor of Sheerness.

14. At Roundhay-park, in his 57th year, Thomas Nicholson, esq.

Lately at Normanton-hall, lady Dixie, wife of sir Willoughby Dixie, bart.

At the Green, Richmond, Yorkshire, lady Gerard, widow of sir Robert Gerard, of Garswood, Lancashire, bart.

18. At Brighton, in his 59th year, Charles Runnington, esq., sergeant-atlaw. In 1784 he took a decided political part on the side of the old whigs, and succeeded in the action brought by Mr. Fox, against the high bailiff of Westminster, for his conduct in granting and continuing the scrutiny on the election for that city. On the 19th April, 1815, on the death of Mr. Sergeant Palmer, he was appointed his majesty's commissioner for the relief of insolvent debtors in England, which he resigned in 1819. Mr, Sergeant R. published "Sir Matthew Hale's, History of the Common Law," 8vo. 1779; a new edition, with considerable additions, 2 vols, Svo. 1794; "Gilbert's Law of Ejectments," 1781; "Ruffhead's Statutes at Large, from Magna Charta to 25 Geo.

23. Admiral sir George Campbell, G. C. B. admiral of the white, and commander in chief at the port of Portsmouth. [See Chronicle, p. 19.]

24. Aged 70, by falling down stairs, Moses Langdon, esq. of Upton, near Wiveliscombe. In order to save expenses, he has been frequently known to pick, dress, and eat crows, or magpies, found dead in the fields by boys. He never kept any servant; but, in order to save wages, he gave an old woman from the workhouse her victuals to dress his; he was in the habit of frequenting Wiveliscombe, and put up at a small inn where they dressed tripe, which he generally took for his dinner; and if any person sitting near him left any on their plates, he always ate it up with great eagerness, saying it was a pity to waste any thing. When at home, he wore the coarsest shirts, but kept fine holland ones, which he wore when he went a journey; and if he slept out, he invariably took the shirt off and lay without one, to prevent it being worn out. He died intestate, and his landed property, to a considerable amount, falls to John Langdon, a second cousin, heretofore a day-labourer.

25. At Streeton-hall, aged 25, Thomas Charles Garforth, esq. nephew of sir James Graham, bart.

- At Berrow, Worcestershire,

Richard Cocks, esq. brother of the late