The Newcastle Chron."ele contuins nu account of the reception of

the Duke of Sussex in Newcastle on the NI instant. His Royal Highuess, who was visiting the Eerl of Durham, hail been iuvise 1 to atteud the astound meeting of the " North of England Society for the promotion of the Vine Arts,"and to partake of a public breakthst. Accordingly, ahem noon on the day »anted, he arrived at the Assembly- rooms, in front of which a guard of hollow., composed of men of the ninety-eighth Ile...i- ntent, was drawn up to receive him. Twenty-one guus from the old castle fired a salute. A Masonic meeting had been assembled to ap- point officers and to receive with clue honour the " hilmnsti ions and must Worshipful Grand Master, his Royal llighnees the Duke of Sussex;" and the "Earl of Durham, Provincial Grand Master," was in attendance at the Lodge, when the Duke reached the Assembly-rooms. Bueinsees was transacted—of' course in solemn eeereey !-- by the Freemasons; addresses from the corporate bodies of Newcastle and Gateshead were presented to the Doke ; and then his Royal Highness went to the meet- ing of the Fine Arts Society. There were assembled the Earl of Dur- ham, who was in the chair, with the Duke of Sussex on his right, Lady Cecilia Underwood, the Niarehin»ess of Normanbv, tile Hedworth and Lady Williamson, Mr. Hutt, Mr. Ord, Mr. Charles Beller, Mr. Hawes, Mr. Easthope, Mr. Blaekett, Mr, A. White, and many ladies and gen- tlemen of distinction ill the counties of Northumberland and Durham. The report of the Committee haviug beim read, and some routiew lmei- ness transacted, Mr. Hutt moved a vote of thanks to the Duke of Sussex for his attendance at the meeting, and accepting the office of Patron of the Society ; and Mr. Hawes, in seconding the motion, eulogized his conduct as President of the 'Loyal Society. The Duke of Sussex re- turned thanks-- " My lord, When and gentlemen—In the first instanee you will allow mime CX1111114.1 the great p'lensure I have felt in listening to your report. I must say that the account is most gratifyieg untl uneotwaging. At n11 thins, it 15 11 Epurco of greo.t -pleasure to myself to see science advancing, and. not only in thebigher orders ,• but amidst that industry of the middle classes, :which is so well calculated to raise up the moral character of those in a humbler rank, and w. Lich is the foundation of all good hu,well-regulatea and organized society. In this respect, 1 have no hesitation in saying, that an institution of this sort deserves the highest support; and as a humble individual, I shall be most proud and happy to contribute, as far as I can, to the success of so excellent an in- stitution. The honourable gentleman who seconded the motion observed upon the period that I bad presided over the Royal Society. I believe it was a period

i of seven years; and t certainly was a great object with me—and circumstances favoured my exertions—to produce unanimity and good-will among all the members. 1 knew that by keeping the different members of the Society in good humour—in making them feel what was the interest of the one was for the benefit of all—that where one member distinguished himself it threw a lustre upon every individual belonging to the Society—and that the acquirement of knowledge, instead of being used as a medium rem enmity betwixt man and man, should be employed to conciliate the affections, and to promote and further the good influences which it is the great object of knowledge to diffuse. In like manlier, I conceive that this institution may be rendered highly useful, particularly by permitting the lower orders to come in and see the improve- ments which are making in art, science, and manufactures."

The Duke spoke for some time on this theme; and then, on Mr. Hull's motion, seconded by the Mayor, thanks were voted to the noble Chairman. Lord Durhant was cordially cheered when he rose to ex- press his thanks— It was with great satisfaction that he had again introduced his Royal High- DC5S into Newcastle. Ire felt, seventeen years ago, what a glorious thing it was, to be enabled to show a Prince of the Blood the commerce, the intelli;m:iee, and the spirit of improvement which existed in this important district ; and if he felt thus seventeen years ago, how much more must he feel now, when he could bid his Royal Bigliness look around hint and almost defy him to recog- nize the town of Newcastle, with which he then became thmilian Ills lomour- able friend the Mayor had alluded to the various quarters of the world V.1111.11 it had been his fate to visit, and where he had endeavoured to serve his country. Under city end all circumstances, conformity of interest, and affectionate tks, had bound his attention and his remembrance to the town of Newenst le a mi the county of Durham, which were never heynnd his thoughts; and a vhenever he could legitimately promote the objects of science, or the commercial interests of his country, he had never faileit to endeavour to do !, a. Ile had, in the course of a Idis now nearly approaching to half a century, visited tiermany, Italy, Russia, and America; and in all the Continental states he had seen vast collections of works of art open to the indiscriminate admission of the public. The beneficial results were shown in their superiority over this conutryiii every thing relating to the art of design. In the employment of capital, in me- chanicat industry, in the application of steam power, and in the production of the material, (he did not allude to the raw material,) we were far advanced beyond any European nation ; but we were most sadly deficient in the higher branches of design and art, which could alone enable us to compete with other countries in this as we could in all other respects. And why was this It was because our mechanics and artisans were not allowed free access to the best models and specimens that could be obtained. They seemed to proceed on the assumption that the lower orders could not make ally use of such things ; but he begged to Fay, that he recognized no superior power in any higher order of mankind, and that he believed the operative classes possessed as much talent and energy as any other class. But, unfortunately, they were deficient in the means by which these qualifications could be developed. Ile wished that all the operative classes—and under that designation lie included the statesman, the philosopher, the lawyer, and the physician, for they were all operatives— some, like the mechanic, labouring with their hands, and others toiling with their brains—he wished they were all engaged in the great object of advancing the glory and interest of the hunian species ; fair, which purpose they uf the higher orders ought to hold out the hand of 11:110wship to the humbler classes of witty. These were the objects which he ever had in view. For this pur- pose Ile was willing to lend himself at all times. And it would give him the sincerest pleasure if 1:e could, at their next meeting:, congratulate them upon the increased prosperity of this institution, founded on such admirable prin- ciples, and upon their having merited the approval which his Royal highness had bestowed upon them. Born and bred almost amongst them, at all times he was at their service ; and at no time would he be more cordially so, than when pro- moting such objects as those they were now tbrwarding ; for he felt assured that by so doing he would be securing the rights, the liberties, the honour, and the prosperity of the people of this empire. (Loud applause.)

The meeting broke up, and proceeded to the Assembly-room ; where a handsonte breakfast was " discussed" by some three hundred ladies and gentlemen, and there was more speech-making. We take another extract from Lord Durham-

" ladies and gentlemen, often as I have addressed and thanked my assem- bled countrymen in this room, although I may have done so under circum- stances of more excitement, yet never has it been upon an occasion on which flume unmixed feelings of gratiticaticm pervaded my heart—not only because your manifestation of sentiment towards me is an expression which I cannot mininderstand—a warmth of feeling to which I cannot be insensible—but be- eati,,e it proceeds from n great public meeting, and from many whom it is, I regret to say, too much the practice in England not to see associated in our publie assemblies. Let me hope, that as the prerogatives of the highest office in our laud are now wielded by a lady, our fitir fellow subjects will imitate the example of her Majesty, and make themselves, as thr as they appropriately can, the ornaments of our public meetings, which can never be more honoured than when graced with thew presence. My houourable friend the Mayor of this borough has alluded to the interest which I have ever taken in the promotion of the tine farts, atul he only did inn justice in imputing that feeling to my brmt. I felt, at a very early period of my lift', that while I could enjoy the great merits of the ancient masters, and was most anxious to possess some of those Fplendid specimens of their skill which have been banded down to and a gallery of which, from the station of life ill which Providence has been pleased to place me, I might have formed, yet I felt that I should confer inli- Dittly more benefit on my countrymen by forming a gallery of works by modem British artists, including some of the most splendid paintings of the Melt of the present day. This it has been my good fortune, to accomplish. The collection is now within the walls ot my residence in this neighbourhood ; and I avail myself of this opportunity of stating, that any of my friends and neigh- bours who may wish to inspect it, shall have every faetlity atiorded them. Ladies and gentlemen, I must again express my gratification, my extreme gra- tification, at the proceedings of this day—my delight at the presence of his Royal Highness on this occasion—and the joy winch I feel in once more wel- coming him here, after so long an abseuee, and to see him amongst us, restored to that health which, I trust, he will enjoy for many years to come. Suffering so lately as his Royal Highness has done ti-oin a severe and dangerous illuesa, I ventured to assure him, that if any thing would fully restore him, it would be the bracing air of the North of England ; and I took the liberty of adding, that among my neighbours—so many, all of whom, 1 trust 1 may say, are my friet■ds—he would receive that Walla amid afeetiO/late welcome which was due to his illustrious station, ciniueut abilities, stud great virtues, and which I was sure you would be ready to pay as a tribute of applause to hitn, for not having wasted the noon and evening of his life in idleness, but in incessant labour and unwearying application, thereby exalting the fame of' the Hour of Brunswick far above any adventitious henours which are to be found, justly found, us connexion with the crown." (Mach cheering at erery passage this speech.) The Gateshead Observer mentions an anecdote connected with this royal visit- " When hi Royal Highness was making" his progress through the town, there was considerable curiosity manifested to get a peep at his venerable and good-humoured countenance; and at the Central Exchange, the press of the people was so great that the police had great difficulty to procure the Duke a convenient entrance. One person, who very pertinaciously attempted to gain admission at the heels of his Royal Highness, was at length thrust back byu policeman, who placing his arm acrosi the individual's breast, exclaimed—has patience quite exhausted—, Now do keep back, my good fellow ! " Oh! certainly,' replied the person iti question ; but afterwards he managed to 'ship in.' The policeman learned, subsequently, that the intruder was the Earl of Durham."

Sunderland was honoured on Tuesday with a visit from the Duke of

Sussex, the Earl of Durham, and the p:trty at Lamhton Castle. Great

preparations had been made, :tad it was quite a gala-day in Sunderland.

The streets were crowded with foot passengers, and the windows were

thronged with spectators; -.rho cheered lustily as the Duke passed along in one of Lord Durham's carriages, drawn by four gray horses and

preceded by outriders. The Earls of Durham and Zetland were in

the same carriage with the Duke ; a long train of other carriages fol- lowed. As at Newcastle, a inilitary guard of honour, composed of

soldiers of the ninety •eighths Regimeut, received his Royal Highness when he alighted at the Exchanp. Ile proceeded to the "long room ;" and, seated in the choir which the la% t Tory Speaker of the House of Commons had occupied, and which had been purchased by a gentleman and presented to the Corporation of Sunderland, received a compli- mentary address from the Corporation, to Nvhich lie made a reply. The proceedings of the rest of the day were of a " Masonic character." The Duke laid the foundation-stone of the Athenamm, at the head of a long train of Freemasons ch:thed in the paraphernalia of their order. Then followed a dinner. at which Lord Durham presided ; the com- pany being exclusively- Masons. A good deal of the speechmaking had reference to the dignity, virtues, and dsties of the " craftsmen," who were especially called upon to honour the Queen because she was the daughter of a Mason ! In proposi,,g Lord Dnrimm's health, the Duke of Sussex dwelt upon his youthful attachment to liberty; his exertions in his county and in Parlianient in the same good cause, when he arrived at manhood—particularly his support of the Reform Bill; and lastly, his employments abroad, in Russia and in Canada. Although the DuLe's sp.,ech was full of political allusion, Lord Durham carefully abste Inca team jeslitivs in his reply. He said- " I shall only say in referenc .! to his Royal Highness's allusion to my public acts, that I have ever hail bat one object in view, that of endea- vouring to serve my Sovereign faithfully. To do that, I have spared no trouble—have never been intmeneed by consideration of personal cosvenience or health.- Speeelia,s w.ere delivered by Lord Zethuid, Mr. Unwes' Mr. Easthope, Mr. ellarl,s Bailer, Sir H. Williamson, and Mr. J. Dundas ; and the party broke up.

The Duke of Sussex, in Lord Durham's company, has also visited Durham; where an address Was prv.st•nted to the Duke from the Mayor and Common Council.

An address, couched in highly complimentary language, has been presented to Lord Durham by a number of the. principal inhabitants of South Shields. Tile address especially alluded t) his care of the ship- ping interest viten Ambassador to 'Russia and Governor-General of Canada. Lord Durham's reply. brief but courteous, was a simple ex- pression of thanks and gratification.

The Brightnn Gazette contains a report of the proceedings at Colonel Wyndham's "great audit dinner" at Pctworth, in Sussex ; to which Dr. Rolph, of Upper Canada, (who is not the gentleman of the same name known as an agitator in Upper Canada,) was invited. The Pet- worth Emigration Committee were also present. The Chairman, on proposing Colonel Wyndham's health, called (ilium Dr. Rolph to give some account of the emigrants from Ile Colonel's estates— There was a gentleman, be 5dh. in the room from Upper Canada, who had been a gratified eye-witness to the im.ritorious and benevolent exertions of the late venerated Earl of Egremant. s:!ia heel with nueNampied munificence trans- planted co lelltayiadaStri011,3alltlin-rt tpliteil labourers from a country where their exertions were unavailing, to ha,1 pes...ed a valuable addition to the inhabitants, and where the,- the reward which should ever accompany inal/Aey :ma good omell to hear Dr. Rolph's

mamma of these emigrants; mor: :;.• it w, ,ild airord him, and the

people of the interestin;. e.mntry tIc o ca•ae, cs at g,ratineation in the assurance that Coloael th.., worthy sa:ccssc-r of that excellent nobleinan, Lord Fremont. was as alive to the i;.11,,o tallee of thi,.. subject, and with the astute liberality and munificence ,.•,..Luah.e prejia:ci to extend encourage- ment to it.

Dr. Ralph then addressed the company- " Gentlemen, your chairman Inv a.alled upon me von some accomit of the emigrants who settled tat liver anada fist Ime,hate sa•mity.

Before reepomling- to his wish. permit use to say, tl.alt. :,.aalu visiting my native country. after all ibecire of same years, 0 1,..t1 Of it Whiell visit with tor:re 11.40p:A delii211; th.13 ; ;; ..; anei. especially the town Of Petworth, from whence :-.aa!!: -; V .1'.; I 1...l,urers emi-

grated. Your chairman bag truly that thc va nobleman,

whose tmsnue he introduced with so mud: raised alt im- perishable monument to his fame by IL• eNer:1,: of that gnu icine 11:110-0101470 which directed its efforts to reward ry, an 1 cmvert ha oless, unavailing indigence, into happiness and nakre:, It is decio.y to be lamented, that

we find frequently, that ttr.se of hlooa

Livo out ht kftiest deesk lest nature shoola.'

But when we se:, as in the case of that illu:trious no,.,leman. that his Mgt and commanding tar ion, his inst and legitimate intluenc,... his great wealth, were all employed for the benefit anti improvement of t1 .at valuable order of tor, then in- society the Industrious classes. of whom he was the natural protee deed there can be no bounds to the res:aeet to which he is entitled, nor limit to the good he can effect. Nor is it to hi s wondered that he has left a fame behind him as undying as his own philanthropy. Of the Sussex labourers who have made Upper (mind& their home, I am proud to tell you they have ail done well. In the Hotue, the Midland, the Newcastle, the Gore, the Niagara, the Lon,lon, amid the Westeru Districts, they are to be met with, happy, pros-

porous, and advancing. Respectful in their manners, indefatigable in their exertions, contented in their station, they prove a natural and impregnable barrier to the ravages which American habits and institutions would certainly and fatally entail on us. The British Canadians everywhere hail them as va- luable accessions to the strength anti security of the province. With them, and with their brave fellow subjects of Irish and Scotch descent, they cheer- fully banded together, and formed one invincible phalanx of genuine British hearts, at a period Aim a rebellion threatened our peace ; and since, Whelk congregated bands of Anterkan hell-hounds polluted our shores with their bowie-knives and torches, to carry on their dark schemes of assassination and arson, they turned out on behalf of Great Britain, with an unshaken resole- lion to conquer or to die. They looked upon nothing as a calamity, compared with the subjugation of the country ; and through their united heroism and valour, it is now, as I pray to God it ever may be, one of the most interesting and important appendages to the British Crown. The pros ince of Upper Ca- nada feels deeply iudebted to the Reverend Mr. Soekett, and the other mem- bers. of the Petworth Emigration Conmlittee, for their zeal, judgment, huma- nity, and perseverance; for the fosterieg guidance they extended to the de- serving mem they sent out ; for the efficiency of the arrangemems they made in conducting dient to their new aim ; and for giving to then: the opportu- nity of adding to the strength of the British empire, of promoting their own individual happiness, and idieving t la ir neighbours front the weight and in- cubus of maintauting them in unpesitable and unproductive labour. Allow sue, therefore, to propose the Leith if time Revereml Mr. Sackett and the other gentlemen of the ret,eUrlit Enegration Committee." Mr. Soekett returned thanks —

"Gentlemen, it has afforded me inexpressible gratification to meet with Dr. 11olph this day, and to go over with him my different ntemorandum-books relating to the emigrants whom we have sent to Upper Ca...tda, and to hear from him such cheering accomil-s of their advancement, and such a mass of interesting information as he has elven of that noble province. It is a singular coincide:me, that 1 have recently r eeived a letter from Upp, r Canada, 'from riOnle emigrants, strongly corrat,,,r itive or all Dr. Jiuphms statements: it is a powerful incentive for us to per, :vie. The late \%orthy Earl of Egretnont gave a mighty impulse to this s..littar..- movement, and promoted it largely by that innate benevolence, which never*shunhereil with Itha. It is a matter of great congratulation that his sp:rited amh pstriotic successor is animated by the stone warm impulse."

Dr. Rolph again referred to the state and prospects of Canada, and recommended it as au emigration-field.