21 NOVEMBER 1863, Page 3

The Courts of Aldermen and the Common Council have been

discussing Alderman Rose. He got his votes of thanks for his conduct as Lord Mayor; but speeches condemning him for trying to force the prerogative, and, as it were, take a baronetcy, were re- ceived with hearty applause. The City is not very pleased with the neglect of the past five years, but it retains self-control enough to allow that the value of honours, like the sweetness of kisses, depends on the consent of the giver. By the way, did the Sheriffs join Alderman Rose in his petition? Decent people actually asking for knighthood would furnish a spectacle in the presence of which Alderman Rose Inuit have felt himself quite dignified.