Mr. GWINNETT returned thanks in a neat and appropriate speech, in the course of which he introduced several apt quotations from Shakspeare. It was to the following effect:- "Good Gentlemen, give me leave to speak. I

will be brief," for two reasons. The first is,

"For I have neither wit, nor words, nor worth,

"Action, nor utterance, nor the power of speech,”
"To move your hearts."

The second is, that I do not wish to give you the opportunity of saying, that 1" speak an infinite deal of nothing," or of proving to you that my "reasons are like two grains ofwheat hid in a bushel of chaff; you may seek all day e're you find them, and when you have found them, they are not worth the search." My muse labours, and is thus delivered.

Gentlemen,―The very high compliment I have just had the honour of receiving excites within me emotions I am utterly incompetent to express. It is doubly valuable in my eyes inasmuch as it conveys to me the grateful intimation that my conduct as Secretary of the Club has gained me your approval. How far I have merited this compliment is not for me to determine, yet I may be allowed to say that I have striven" to do the state some service." I have, as far as my capacity, and ardent zeal, and a most unceasing anxiety for the success of the Club, endeavoured to discharge the duties of my office with credit and satisfaction. Whatever have been the labours, the anxiety, and responsibility I have encountered in that situation, the approbation and numberless marks of kindness I have received have not only recompensed me, but have left a considerable balance in my favour. "For your great graces heaped upon me," I can nothing render but my heartfelt thanks. When I was appointed Secretary to the Committee of the Shakspearean Club, I accepted the office with a full determination to fulfil its duties to the utmost of my power-to "lay my services freely at your feet," and "to dedicate myself to your sweet pleasure," for the furtherance of the object the Club had in view, viz. doing something worthy the adopted birth-day of our august Patron, who is as great and liberal in mind as he is noble and dignified in person. How

applicable to that illustrious individual are the words of our Immortal Bard

-What a grace is seated on his brow,
"Hyperion's curls; the front of Jove himself;
"An eye like Mars to threaten and command;
"A station like the herald Mercury,
"New lighted on a heaven-kissing hill;
"A combination and a form indeed,

"Where every god did seem to set his seal,
"To give the world assurance of the man.'

He is doubtless, the wisest and the best king that ever swayed the sceptre of this or any other country,

"May the grace of Heav'n before, behind him,

"And on every side, enwheel him round!"

-And give him length of happy days."

I have on many anniversaries assisted you in paying a tribute of respect to the memory of our great Poet

"Ours by his choice, ours by his birth,

"Ours as we prize his worth;

"He chose his mortal parts with us should lie,

"We'll cherish his immortal memory!"

-He was the most replenished-sweet work of nature

"Which from the prime creation e'er she form'd."

"He was noble in reason, infinite in faculties; in apprehension he was like a God; he was the Paragon of the world."

The time is now nearly at hand when I must bid adieu for some time to this hallowed spot. When that hour arrives it will be the greatest trial I ever experienced. I have now sojourned with you for upwards of fifteen years, during which time I have spent the happiest hours of my life. When I leave this town

"Speak of me as I am; nothing extenuate,"

and I am sure you will "not set down aught in malice;" "C Then will you speak of me,

"Whose eyes albeit unused to the melting mood,

"Will drop tears as fast as the Arabian trees
"Their medicinal gum."

OTHELLO.

Gentlemen, the subject is too distressing for me to continue. I must beg therefore to sit down, with the hope that I have convinced you that although my person will in a short time be absent from you, yet my heart will still continue with you. I beg to assure you, that anything I can do when at a distance

to meet your views, you may command my services. May health and happiness long attend you." (Mr. Gwinnett's speech was followed by loud and deserved applause.)

Toast "Mr.SHARP, and success to the Leamington Spa Courier." -(Applause.)

Recitation. Mr. SAMUEL PRICE of Warwick, ably and humour. ously recited the comic tale of "Hodge and the Parson."

Toast "The Sheffield, Kensinston, and other Shakspearean Clubs throughout the kingdom.”—(Loud cheers.);

Glee" Wine does wonders:"-Messrs. Bratt, Riley, and Greaves, Mr. JAMES CRUMP in a very neat and appropriate address proposed that the memory of the celebrated Cervantes be drank in solemn silence.

About half-past 8, the Mayor and several other gentlemen having retired, the Chair was taken by Mr Lyster, at the unanimous request of the Company:-and from this time up to a late hour, the utmost harmony and conviviality continued to prevail.—Many other toasts were drank and no apparent deficiency was perceptible in the vocal department:The vice-president, Mr. George, kept his honourable seat to the last moment, and essentially contributed to the pleasures of the evening. We believe that upon the whole, no former meeting was ever spent with a greater degree of spirit, comfort, and sociality than on this memorable occasion; and the company separated with the spirit-stirring Choruses of "God save the King,”- .“ Rule Britannia,” and “ Rule Great Shakspeare," echoing from their hearts and ringing in their ears.

In the evening the principal front of Shakspeare's Hall was brilliantly illuminated with variegated lamps, forming an Imperial Crown, with the words "God save the King;" -the front towards the High-street was also brilliantly lighted up, and the Statue of the Poet, placed here, was decorated with a laurel crown and wreathed with coloured lamps.

Most of the houses of public entertainment were also brilliantly illuminated; and at the White Lion, Red Horse, Shakspeare Inn, Falcon, Red Lion, Golden Lion, &c. were large dinner parties,-and the social and convivial spirit

which seemed generally to pervade all classes, prevailed here and kept the numerous guests to an advanced hour of the night. Most of the private houses were filled with the friends and relatives of the inmates, and the sounds of joy and revelry re-echoed from every quarter.

In the course of the evening, bands of music paraded the streets, performing the most popular airs, and at a more advanced period of the night, some brilliant exhibitions of fire-works took place, which had a most beautiful effect. The Theatre also attracted an overflowing audience to witness the performance of Mr Kean, jun. (who was engaged during the Jubilee.)

But the great-the grand-and general source of attraetion, was that beautiful structure in the Rother-market

Of which the sketch here presented, will give the reader some idea of its external appearance;-on each side of the Portico entrance were apartments profusely furnished with characteristic and domino dresses, masks, &c. by the celebrated Mr. Charles Wright of London; -opening directly from the Portico was a spacious Amphitheatre about 80 feet in circumference, the roof of which, formed of groined arches was supported by light pillars elegantly enveloped in foliage, and the rafters entwined with evergreens and flowers.

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A splendid cluster of variegated lamps, surrounded by Chinese lights was suspended from the centre of the ceiling; and at the extremities of the circle banners were displayed, gorgeously charged with heraldic bearings. Immediately over the portico the orchestra was placed, classically and richly adorned with dramatic and other designs; the sides also of the building were divided into compartments, containing appropriate and tasteful designs splendidly coloured. The floor, admirably adapted for dancing, was chalked in the usual devices.

From the centre of the inner circle of the Amphitheatre, was a range of Building extending 150 feet in length, and 60 in width, composed of three divisions; the centre one for promenading, and the others fitted up into seats. This part was also decorated and lighted up in a style of corresponding elegance and taste.-Immediately opposite the entrance was a beautiful view of a Grecian or Roman city, in colours;-on either side of which was a door leading to the Refreshment Rooms. The effect of the whole when lighted up was superbly grand, and appeared to produce an astounding effect on the spectators as they entered.

It is calculated that from 12 to 1300 persons, visited this splendid and fascinating place of amusement during the night;-masks were very general, but a few characters in fancy dresses were sustained with a degree of spirit sufficient to throw an air of gaiety over the whole scene, which was conducted with a degree of order and decorum not always observed on these occasions. Those most prominent were a Priest, -Harlequin-Brigand-Newmarket Jockey-Letter-man -Jew-Sailors, Fortune-tellers, & Old Women in abundance.

Thus ended the first Days Fete; which if it realised not the ardent expectations of the numerous visitants, and which from the state of the weather it could hardly be expected to do, yet gave ample sign of the complete and splendid triumph, which the exertions of the Committee achieved on the following days.