The grand ball given to the Belgian Volunteers on Thursday,
at the Agricultural Hall, is said to have been a success. The inunense barn was turned, by the use of paint, gilding, draperies, and gas, into a splendid reception-room, and the 9,000 guests were delighted. It is noticed that there was no one to introduce the Belgians, and consequently, till supper-time, very few found partners ; but, after all, that was nobody's fault. Who would have expected a Belgian to be over modest ? The success of the enter- tainment may give the Ministry a hint. Next time they want a ball-room they have only to cover and floor the quadrangle of Somerset House, and they may receive the 5,000 guests who Sir S. Northcote says ought to have invitations, and include Mr. Sheridan, who, on Thursday, was quite plaintive on behalf of omitted members.
