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Denbigh Mothers' Union. The members of the Denbigh Church Mother's Union bad their annual outing yesterday (Thursday) in glorious weather. They attended the annual festival for this portion oi the diocese, which was held at Rhyl. The bulk of the members J were con- veyed to Rhyl in motor char-a-bancs, sup- plied by Mr Edwards, Townsend Garage,and the others followed by train. The arrange- menta were excellently carried out under the supervision of Mrs Swayne and Mrs W M Pierce, the hen secretary of the branch. In the early afternoon the Denbigh section assembled on the Parade, and beaded by their banner marched in the procession to attend divine service at St Thomas' Church, when the addsesa was delivered by the Rev E Pell-Edmonds (rector of Whittington), Archdeacon Lloyd, and the Senior Curate of Rhyl taking part in the service. After service the mcmbsre sat down to an excellent tea, which they all thoroughly eDjoyed, the caterers being the Osborne Hotel Company. After spending several hours in the en- joyment cf Rhyl's delightful breezes and capital amusements, the whole party returned very pleased with their outing.

Ruthin County School for Girls. ANNUAL RE-UNION OF OLD PUPILS on SATURDAY, JULY 4th. Tennis, Sports, Tea, etc. For particulars apply to Hon. Sec.. G. ROBERTS, 9, StJ. Peter's Square, 659jy4 Ruthin. t

KUTHIN. OTHEB RUTHIN NEWS on page 6. THE JUVENILE CHOIR. Mr John Cropper, of the Cambrian Works, very kindly presented the members of the above choir, which, under the conduotorship of Mr Ellia Williams, took part in the children's choirs competition at the Pentrecelyn Eistedd- fod, with oases of mineral waters on the day of the competition.

Ruthin County Court. The usual County Court was held yesterday (Thursday), before Judge Mos?, and Mr Lloyd John, Corwen, acting for the registrar (Mr Humphreys Roberts). ALLEGED BREACH OF WARRANTY. A HORSE DEALING TRANSAOTION Petfr Wright, of Sutton Road Farm, Ralnhill, Liverpool, and of Bodyngharid, claimed Y-23 from Mark Bloom, of 27, Dutton-street, Manchester, alleged to be due in payment for a horse sold at Den- bigh foir in May. The defendant counter- claimed .£29 10s Od. Mr Artemus Jones (instructed by Messrs A 0 Evans & Co.) appeared for the plain- tiff, and Mr Churton, of Chester, for the defendant. Mr Artemus Jones briefly opened the case for the plaintiff and put in the cheque for zE28, payment of which was stopped by the defendant. Mr Churton then explained on behalf of the defendant that on the 12(h of May the defendant visited Denbigh horse fair, and there interviewed the plaintiff, who as- fcured him that the horae be bought was a good worker in all gears, and a good horse. He gave tho ubtliuu f-- -000, and when the horse was loaded in the cattle truck it had a fit, also when it was removed to the stables. The result was the horse was useless, and the defendant wrote the plaintiff that he had stopped payment of cheque. In reply to the Judge, Mr Artemus Jones said the question at issue was that of guarantee, which the plaintiff denied. Defendant gave evidence in support of advocate's statement, and said the plaintiff guaranteed the horse as a gocd worker in all gears. It wss only fit to send abroad. Mr Artemus Jones For German saus- age I suppose (laughter), Fratk Sherlook, a horse dealer, said the horse was practically useless. Evidence was given by other witnesses and W Fielding, a livery stable proprietor, 0 who stated that the horse had had seven fits whilst under his care. He charged 33 Gi a day for its keep, but if he had known he would not have had it for 13.9 a day. This closed the case for the defendant. The plaintiff who was then called, stated that he gave £35 for the horse some time ago. He did not tell the defendant that it was a good, straight borse. He sold the horse as it stood, and he did not re- member saying that it was a good worker. Whilst the horse was on his farm it was a good worker. Before it went to Man- chester it never had fits whilst in his possession. Cross-examined, plaintiff admitted that the horse had had shivers, but never fell down. The horee was guaranteed as a gocd vroiker when be bought it, but he never claimed an) thing fiom the man who sold it him. The Judge Do ycu think a horse is a good worker which has fits ? The plaintiff I have never seen a horse in fits. The Judge But would it ?-It would a be dangerous. At this stage an argument ensued be- tween the Judge and Mr Artemus Jones in reference to the question of guuantie. The Judge pointed out that the plaintiff in a letter said he sold tha horse as a good worker. Mr Artemus Jones replied that the horse was sold by the plaintiff under the impression that it was a good worker, btciuse it never had fits whilst in his possession. Robert Roberts, a workman in the employ of the plaintiff, stated that he worked the horse in question every day for a couple of months, and i worked very well, and was as good as any horee on the farm. Crose-fxamined, witness said he never noticed the horse having any shivering fits. David Davies, another workman in the employ of the plaintiff, said he was present when the horse was sold in Denbigh. The plaintiff told the defendant he could have got X40 for the horse if it bad been all right, but he sold him as he stood. In giving judgment, His Honour said that if the horse was sold as a good worker there was undoubtedly a breach of war- ranty. The defendant said it was, but the plaintiff said it was sold as it stood with all its faults. There was a difference between the evidence on this point, and the only course he (the Judge) could follow was to rely on the documentary evidence. The plaintiff in a letter to the defendant stated that the horse was a good worker, and ho thought there was a breach of warranty. However, the de- fendant had no right to stop the cheque, and therefore he must. give: judgment for plaintiff for 923 and costs on that amount, and £29 lOa Od for the defendant on the counterclaim with the general costs of the action.

Pentrecelyn Chain Eisteddfod. The Pentrecelyn Chair Eisteddfod was held yesterday (Thursday) at Llyefasi Manor Pavilion. This annual event, which seems to become more popular each succeeding year, was again this year patronizad by a record attendacce of the general public, and the whole proceedings were characterised by much success. The weather was ideal for such a func- tion, and the pavilion, which is situated at the entrance to the famous Nanty- garth Pats, and which accommodates nearly 2,000 people, was crowded at both the afternoon and evening meetings. Although the meeting was held in a place situated more than three miles from a railway station, people flocked from all parts, and were conveyed in motor chara. bancs from Rhyl, Wrexham, and Stafford- shire, also in brakes, bicycles, and vehicles of all descriptions. Some idea of the large crowd present can be gathered from the fact that over .£ZUU was taken at tne gate. Such a great success in so isolated a spot nfltcts the greatest credit on all concerned, and the committee of manage- ment is to be congratulated on their enterprise. The committee of management was fortunate in their selecbns of presidents— Mr R W Browne, of Birkenhead, and Mr Lecomber, of Lymm, Cheshire, who dis- charged their duties most admirably. The following is a list of the patrons of the eifteddfod :—Sir J Herbert Roberts, But., M.P., Bryngwenallt His Worship the Mayor of Ruthin (Councillor T J Roberts) Messrs Gomer Roberts, J P., Llanelidan R Heydon, Llysfasi Manor Farm, Pentre Celyn Dr J Medwyn Hugbes, J.P.,Rathin; Dr T 0 Jones,' Rutbin Messrs L R Davies, Plastirion, Ratbin 0 R Owen, Hafod y Bryn, Rutbin William Evans, Ty'nycaeau, Rutbin R Prys Jones, Bryntegid, Ponty- pridd J Summers, Bronwylfa, Ruthin Henry Williams, J.P., Plasyward, Ruthin; E W Thomas, J P., Bryneglwys Mrs Roberts, Bronygraig, Corwen Messrs Jether Williams, Oarrog, Corwen; Oliver C Jones, London David Jones, Llan- degla R A Jones, Ruthin A Thomas, Maysmor House, Ruthin Harold Wil- liams, Ruthin Rev R R Parry, Ruthin Messrs Clifford Parry, Ruabon Douglas Griffiths, Ruthin Henry Hughes, WrtX- him; T D Pritchard, Holyhead; Mrs Hughes, Holyhead; Messrs 0 Bonner Thomas M E Roberts, Ruthin R P Wynne, Llanelidan the Misses Jones, Llandegla Messrs E Evans, Wrexbam J Lloyd Parry, Corwen; John Williams, Llanfair D.C.; John W ji/ucc) ithowl, Boboifc itugtjro, Bryn- eglwys R Parry Jones, Llanarmon R Roberts, Ruthin Brown Williams, iJver- pool; J H Simon, Ruthin Rev J A Lloyd, Mochdre Herbert Williams, Plasyward His Honour Judge Moss, Acre Hall ard Mr William Roberts, Ruthin. General committee Chairman, Mr Joseph Jones, Ty Brith. Musical committee: Cnairman, Mr J W Jones, School House. Literary apd Art committee: Chair- man, Mr Peter Parry, Fron Fawr. Treasurer Mr G Pierce Evans, Llain Wen. Hon secretaries Messrs R Humphreys and R Henry Parry, Pentre Celyn, Ruthin. Musical cdilidicatore Messrs J T Rees, Mus. Bic., Aberystwyih, and 0 Trevor Jones, L.T.S.C., Henllan. Conductor Llifon. Accompanists: Mr W A Lloyd, A.Mus, T.C.L Ruthin, and Miss Hilda Beech, Pentre Celyn. Judges.—Recitations Llifon and the Rev W G Williams, Ruthin. Essays Mr J C Davies, M.A., Rutbin. ( The pavilion and stage had been nicely dscorated for the occasion. Mr J J Butler kindly lent plants, and bunting, streamers ana lUgs were lent by Messrs John Roberts, draper Thomas Roberts3, coal merchant; Gittins & Beech, and R Harris Jones, draper, Ruthin. The decora- tions were carried out by the Misses Platt, Miss Evans (Llainwen), Mr and Mrs Roberts (Tynewydd), Mr and Mrs Jones (School House), and Mr and Mrs Butler. THE AFTERNOON MEETING. The attendance at the afternoon meet- ing was a record, the pavilion being crowded, and the proceedings commenced promptly at 1,30. The first compete bn was for girls under 16, for the best rendering of the "Cradle Song." Fourteen competitors appeared in the preliminary test, and three were called on the platform. The first prize was awarded Miss Gladys Hughep, Uoed. poeth, and second to Dora Williams, Pentrecelyn. For the best bunch of wild flowers con- fined to children under 16. 1 Jennie Lloyd Wynne, Nantygartb. 2 Dilya Pritchard, Pentrecelyn. The prizi for five stanzas on the In- sc*ince Act was awarded to Edmygwr," who did not appear. Solo for boys under 16, u The King's departure (People's Welsh songs)-l Albert Parry, Coedpoeth 2 T Charles Griffiths, Coedpoeth. In the Juvenile Choir competition there were five entries for a first prize of C3 and a second of .£1, and a silver cup for the successful conductor, the cup being pre- sented by Mr E M Roberts. Hail, Hail (Tom Price), was the piece selected for rendering. The choirs came from Pentreeelyn, Ruthin, Coodpoeth, Denbigh and Garth. Aftfr a detailed adjudication, in the course of which Mr Rees congratu- lated the choirs on the precision in which they sang, the first prize was awarded to Coedpoetb, conductor Mr J W Blackshaw; 2nd Denbigh, conductor Mr T Powel), Vale-street. Miss Louie James accom-, panied the Denbigh choir. I In the recitation contest for children under 18, the awards were 1 Oorwena Jones, Glanrafon, Corwen 2 Dilys Ridge, Mold 3 Annie Mitchell, Brymbo. THE CHAIRMAN'S ADDRESS. At this stage in the proceedings the president, in the course of a short but ap- propriate addresl-, expended a cordial welcome to all present. He little thought when a few yesrs ago he became possessed of the estate that he would be called upon to preside at a gathering of this character. otherwise he might have spared a little time from a busy business life in order to acquire a sufficient knowledge of the Welsh language to address the audienca in their own tongue (applause). However it was a great pleasure to be present, and he could assure them that he thoroughly enjoyed the proceedings and the music ho had heard. The competitors gave every evidence of great assiduity, and he bad never heard such chaiming music as the children's singing. In conclusion he desired to thank them for inviting him to be their tresident (applause). A prize of £1 was offered for the best action song, and two parties came forward, and caused much amusement and en- thusiasm, and proved to be the most interesting items in the days proceedings. The parties hailed from Cefn and Coed- poeth, and sang in excellent style Irish and Scotch SODgS, and the prize was awarded the Excelsior party from Coed- poeth, under the condactorship of Mr E J Jones. In the duet for children under 16 years, 1 Dyma Fcibl Anwyl lesu,' three couples were chosen to appear, and the awards were as follows :—1 Clinwen Jones and Emlyn Hughes, Bwicbgwyn 2 Gladys D Hughep, and Olwen Williams, Ooedpoeth 3 G Blacksbaw and Annie Lloyd, Gwyn- fryn, Coedpoeth. The adjudicator re- marked that the competitors gave great promise for the future. The test piece in the contralto solo competition was Y bachgen Amddifad.' There were three competitors, and the prize was awarded Miss K Morgan Jones, Penm: chno. No award was made in the quartette party, there being only one entry. Pianoforte solo for children under 18— Blodwen Kelly, Coedpoeth. The soprano solo, Hail, Shallow, hail' (J Price Hughes), prize 20s, was awarded Sallie Roberts, Ruabon. The afternoon proceedings concluded with a competition for male voice choirs for the best rendering of' Ar Ian Iorddonen ddofn or Soldiers' chorus,' priz3 £5 and and baton (presented by Mr R E Roberts). Three competed. Moss, Wrexham Mold Harmonic; and Glan Clywedog, Coed- poeth and the prize was awarded the Glan Clywedog Choir, conducted by Mr Jos Williams, Coedpoeth. The following awards were made in the art section Best walking stick—1 Wm Morris, Bontuchel. 2 J Jones, Penrhyndeudraeth. Straw rope—1 Edward GriftUh, Plis Onn, Pentrecelyn. Bill hook-I I Ameithwr.' Batcher's cleaver—1 Lloyd George. Beat flannel sbirt-l Mrs Robeit3, Blaenau Festiniog. Best knitted gloves—1 Mis3 Sallie Jones, Blaenau Festiniog. Best pair of men's stockings 1 Alwen.' Cushion 1 Sallie Jones, Blaenau Festiniog- Best Print Pinafore, under 14-1 Miss Edwards, Pontycapel. Best Flannel patchwork, under 12 — 1 Enid, 2 Mair. VOTES OF THANKS. On behalf of the committee and pro- moter, Llifon, the conductor, moved, and Mr J W Schools, the schools, seconded a cordial vote of thanks to Mr Browne for presiding, and the same was oarried with acclamation. The Chairman, in returning thanks, said that he had spent a charming and delightful afternoon, and he thought it was a matter of great credit to the neigh- bourhood that such a musical treat could have have been provided (applause). THE EVENING MEETING. The attendance at the evening meeting numbered close on 1200 people, and the (proceedings were characterised by much enthusiasm. Mr Licomber, who waa ac- companied by Mrs Lecomber, presided, and was given a cordial reception. The first item on the programme was a penillion singing competition. There was only one competitor—Idris Williams, Gwyddelwern, and he was awarded half the plJíø. Mr J C Davies in giving his adjudica- tion on essays The Principal Religious Revivals in Wales during the last century" said five compositions had been received which were of a very high standard and worthy of a better prize. The priz) was awarded to the Rev Price Owen, C.M. Minister, Rhewl. The tenor solo, Ie The Resurrection Morn," proved an excellent competition, and the prize went to R D Griffiths, Clocaenog. The "Sinking of the Titanic" was the subject of the chief recitation, for which a prize of a guinea was offered. Two com- petitors appeared, and the prize was awarded Mr Owen Morgan Jones, Pen- machno. THE CHAIRMAN'S SPEECH. At this stage of the proceedings the President in the course of a short address, said he considered it a special honour to be asked to take the chair at a festival of this kind. It was a pleasure to attend such a wonderful gathering, and to realize as he did the tremendous possibilities of the eis teddfod. In conclusion Mr Lecomber paid a high tribute to the Welsh people and their love of music and poetry. He considered that the eisteddfod was a most valuable asset to the Welsh nation, and as a national institution it could not be excelled (applause). THE MIXED CHOIRS. The second choral competition was for mixed choirs for the best rendering of Dr Parry's The Lord is my Shepherd." In addition to the money prize, a gold medal was offered to the conductor of the success- ful choir. Four choirs came forward. Maelor, Mold (conducted by Mr Drury), Coedpoeth (Mr William Jones), Cefn (Mr W Wright), Coedpoeth (Mr Robert Jones). J In his adjqdievitian, Mr Rees congratulated, the committee on choosing Dr Parry's 1 anthem as the test piece in this com- petition The prize was awarded to the Maelor Choir. I The Baritone solo, Revecge," after a spirited contest, went to John Foulkes, Rhesycae, Holywell. THE MALE VOICE CHOIR COMPETITION. Tremendous interest was t.-kcn in the Male Voice Choir competition, and the handsome prize of X20, together with the < cuved osk chair (presented by Mr T D Pritehard) brought choirs from all parts of the district and as far aWRY as Staffordshire. The Ffynnongroew Choir, which was awarded the prize, rendered the test piece, Martyrs of the Arena," in admirable style acd left nothing to be desired. The other choirs who competed came fromLlanfair (Bala), Maelor (Mold), Butt Lane (Staffs), Cefn, and Wrexham. The proceedings were kept merrily go. ing until eleven o'clock, when a cordial vote of thanks was accorded the president and all who had made the eisteddfod such a great sucoess.

) ST ASAPH. C.E.M.S. The annual meeting of the O.E.M.S. is to be held in the Church House on Monday next at 8 p.m. SUCCESS Mr Ban B FowJe. we are pleased to atate has passed part 2 of the Preliminary Certificate Examination, which will enable him to enter the training college. His many friends con' gratulale him on his success.

I Alarming Motor Accident. Oa Wednesday afternoon the Denbigh- road was again the scene of a motor accident, due to two taxis, one owned by Mr Whittaker, of the County Garage, Rhyl, and the other by Mr J E Price, of Sb Asaph, which was conveying Mrs Heatoo, Bryn Arthur, from Chester to the city. t In avoiding direct collision both came in forcible contact with the walls on either sides of the road near Pen Llan. I The damage to both cart* was similar, the front wheela and axles being smashed. Mrs Heaton's maid sustained slight cuts about the face but was able to walk home with Mrs Heaton, who is suffering from shook, though escaping other IDjury, The occupants of the car also escaped injury with the exception of one other lady, who f was badly cut about the face. The acoidenb occurred near the schools I as the infants were leaving for the day, and it is fortunate it did not happen nearer the I schools otherwise the result might I have been more serious, Once again i* | emphasised the need of an indication poet near the schools. ——-——

Welcoming the Teippitorials At a meeting convened at the request of the Parish Council, the chairman of that body (Mr Wynne Davies) presiding, it was unanimously resolved on the motion of Mr Henry Cleaver If that a committee be elected to arrange for the reception of the North Midlands Brigade Territorial Force and to carry out details for the arranging of amusements for the entertainment of the troops when in camp at St Asaph dar;ng August." A representative committee waa j elected, and Mr J Wynne Davies was ap- pointed chairman, Mr G 0 Williams secretary, and Mr Robert Jones treasurer. I The meeting then made numerous sag- geations for the guidenoe of the committee. it was resolved that a subscription list be opened forthwith. A letter was read from Col Howard, C B, of Wygtair, regretting his unability to be present, and promising his cordial support of anything the meeting would decide to carry onb. The meeting was an enthaiastio one, and wee believe our visitors will be given a happy reception from all classes in the ancient little city.

ST ASAPH PARISH COUNCIL. The monthly meeting of this Council was held Ion Monday evening, Mr J Wynne Davies presiding. A letter was read from the County Sar- veyor fMr S Evans) promising to see what could be done in the matter of chemically treating High-street hillf ao as to abate the dust nuisance. With regard to the suggested fixing of rails on the parapets of the Eiwy bridge, as a means of preventing children falling over, and animals on their way to and from the Smithfield jumping over the bridge, it was reported that the County Council regretted that they were tunable to accede to the request. AN 'OBSTRUCTING' VERANDAH. The Clerk to the County Council (Mr H A Tilby) wrote stating that the verandah in front of Messrs E B Jones and Co's shop in High-street about which they had com- plained, had been erected In aocordance with a plan submitted to and approved by the County Council. The Chairman said that answer did not meet the case at all. The posts of the verandah were undoubtedly a serious ob-: struction of the footpath, and therefore an interference with public rights. He main-1 tained that the County Counil had abso- lutely no right to allow what they had allowed in this matter, and if nothing further was done by the Parish Council or the Rural District LCouncil, then it was open for any ratepayer to apply for an injunction. On the motion of Mr Robert Jones, it I was resolved that a strong. letter on the, matter be sent to the County Council, showing that at night especially the poats of the verandah were a danger to users of the footpath. THE PARISH HEARSE. Mr Robert Jones raised a question as to Mr Robert Jones raised a question as to what should be done with the parish hearse at present in the Council's custody. It I was taken over from the Vestry on the formation of tbe Council in 1891, and during the last nine years it had only been l used once, and then it was for-the burial of a destitute person. Not in perfect con- r dition when taken over by the Council, it was now in a very dilapidated state, and was in fact practically condemned. It was a question whether the Council couid spend anything on the vehicle, seeing that the Council were not a burial authority. The Chairman said that at the request of Mol Robert Jones be had sought legal opicion as to the Council's position in the matter. The advice given was that there was no legal obligation upon the Parish Council to provide or maintain a hearse for the needs of a parish, and that a Parish Council had no power to provide such a vehicle without adopting the Burials Act. After farther discussion it was decided on the motion of Mr Robert Jones, seconded by Mr Reacer, that steps be taken to dis- pose of the hearse.

CEFN-ST, ABAPH. MEMORIAL HALL—A village hall, erected by subscription to the memory of the late Mr Osen John Williams, ia in course at construction on a site near the schools given by Col Wynn. Mr D Mac Nicoll is the architest and the contract for the stone work has been let to Mr John Williams, Glascoed. The hall is to be called the Owen John Williams Memorial Hall.

TREMEIRCHION THE ANNUAL SPORTS. The abave were held in the Bee field (by L-ind permission of Mr Richard Jones) on Saturday last, when thera were a good number present. The officials were Chairman of Committee Maj)r Talleate, Nythfa. Vice-chairman Mr Enos Jones, Nant Gwilym. Hon treasurer: Mr Edwin Morgan, Caegwyn. Han secre- tary Mr J Ferrington, Bodawel. Judges: Major Tallents, Mr Enos Jones, Mr Leech, Ty Mawr Mr Edwin Morgan, Mr R Davies, Green Bitch; Mr W Roberts, Henblas Mr George Owen, Cildaugoed Mr R Jones, Bryn Mr W S Rathbone, Mynydd Bychan. Startera Mr A M Dean, Castle; and Mr R Roberts, Bacbygraig. Stewards of the course Messrs W Roberts, Henblas G O Griffiths. New Inn Cottage Richard Edwards, John Jones, Ty Moel E W Griffiths, Rhewl D Pennant Roberts, Nant Gwilym and James Evans, Brynbslla Yard. The following was the programme :— Boys' race (bandioap) 1 John Lewis Morris. 2 Gaorge Ellis, 3 Roberb Henry Roberbs. Girls' race (handicap): 1 Maggie Morgan. 2 Elizabeth Owan. 3 Gladys W Williams, Boys' sack raoe: 1 Roberb Henry iloberts,, 2 Edward David Jones. 3 R James Rathbone. Pole jump (open); Priz divided, Jaxes Jones and Norman Davies, both clearing 8-ft 8 in. Potato raoe (any age): 1 Cassie Jones. 2 Alice Kendrick. 3 L Morgan. Quoits (under 21 years): Isaao Boyles and W 8 Ratbbone. R T Parry and David Roylea. Qioits (over 21 years): Thomas Hughes and John EvanB. Riehard Edwards and John Davies. Three-legged-race: 1 Evan Jones and John Royles. 2 William Roberts and Sttnley Keirnan. Thread the needle race 1 Eunioe Royles. 2 Annie Foulkes. 3 Ada Price. High jump (open) 1 Sam Roberts, Rutbin 2 R 0 Jones, Bodfari. The winner cleared 4.ft llUns. Three-legged-race (under 14 years): 1 George Ellis and John Royles. 2 Edward David Jones and John L Morris. Flat race (any age): 1 D Pennant Roberts. 2 John Boyles. Obstaole raoe 1 Sbanley Keirnan. 2 John Royles. 3 David Royles. Half mile flab raca (open): 1 T Jervis, Bangorisycoed. 2 R 0 Jones, Halkyn. Trotting race 1 Joseph Davies, Glan'rafon. 2 David Lloyd, Rhydygwbta. The Rhoseemor Silver Band was in attend- anoe and played excellent musio for dancing which was much appreciated by all. The Baud and the Club visited the halls ID the uistrict, and after their return they were given an excellent dinner at the old School by Mr and Mrs Bagahaw, to whom thanks are due for the way in which the dinner was served, Thanks are also dne to Mr Richard Roberts who assisted most efficiently on the field, and alao gave every useful assistance.

Annual Tea. Yesterday (Thursday) Mra Kynaston Mainwarlng, of Brynbella, entertained the parishioners of Tremirchion to tea, the children at 4 o'clock and the adults at 5 The Rhcsesmor Silver Bind (under the con- duotorship of Mr George Thomas) had been engaged, and played during the tea, and afterwards on the lawn for dancing. The Rev Lester Jones proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs Mainwaring, and said that I it was quite a social gathering, and he felt that they were all indebted to Mrs Main- waring for the enjoyable time they had had and for the excellent tea which bad given every satfsfacticn. Mr Morgan, Caegwyn, seconded, and I three hearty cheers were given Mrs Main- waring, and Master Hugh Mainwaring, whom had endeavoured to see that every- one throughly er>j jyed themselves. Mr Handle Mainwaring acknowledged the vote of thanks. After tea the parishioners visited the beautifnl gardens, and the children played games on the lawn. The band played several items for the dancers, who enjoyed thembelves thoroughly The National Anthem played by the band brought a most enjoyable evening to a close. The parishioners through the medium of the press wish to thank Mrs Main waring for the treat.

LLANDYRNOG. DEATH OF A FORMER RESIDENT.—The death took place on Monday of Mr Edwin Davies, draper, &o., of London House, one of the principal and best known of the tradesmen of Holywell. He was a native of Llandyrnog, and came to Holywell as a youth and entered the service of a local draper. Some time afterwards he commenced business for himself, and had had a very successful career. He was 56 years of age, and leaves a widow, a son, and daughter to mourn his loss.

1 CAERWYS. PERSONAL,—Mr J Herbert Lewis, M.P., (and Mrs Lewis have returned from a visit to Hamburg and Berlin. At each place Mr Lewis took the opportunity of visiting public institutions, and was much impressed with the evidence of progrees since his last visit.

Funeral of Mr T J Williams The funeral of Mr T J Williams takes pllcl1 on Tuesday at Cilwyn Bay, and will be of a private character. Refereno3 to his death appears iu another column.

RUTHIN UNION! BOARDING-OUT COMMITTEE. THE Committee invite applications from residents in the Union to undertake tha care and control of Children now in the Work- house whom the Committee desire to Board out. Forms for applications may be obbained from the undersigned, D. E. H. ROBERTS, Clerk to who Committee. Union Offices, Denbigh, 19th June, 1914. 671j827

I Congregational Union. PROPOSED MINIMUM WAGE FOR MINISTERS. CLAIMS UPON WEALTHY LAITY. Under the presidency of the Rev Wil- liam James (Swansea), chairman for the year, the proceedings connected with the annual meeting of the Congregational Union of Wales were continued yesterday at Rhyl. There was a fresh accession of delegates from various parts of the Prin- cipality. Ample arrangements for the entertainment of the delegates were made by the local committee under the chair- manship of the Rev T Ogwen Griffith, with whom were associated Mr Hugh Edwards, as vice-chairman, Councillor J Richard Jones as treasurer, and Messrs A H William3 and G J Griffith as secre- taries. In the morning the ministers and laymen met in separate sessions. The former, under the presidency of the Rev T J Teynon (Owmyglo) discussed the sub- ject of The work of the minister in its relation to the individual,' the opsning speaku being the Rev R Roberts (Rhos- tyllen). At the laymen's meeting, over which Mr S Sandbrook (Merdeyr) pre- sided, a paper was read by Mr Timothy Richards (Lampeter) on The place ol music in public worship,' and Messrs J Jones (Bethesda), McKillop (Llanerchy- medd;, D Lloyd Jones (Bodffordd), and others took part in the discussion. Mr Evan Morgan (Liverpool) presided over a special meeting to discuss the position of the movement for establishing a fund of X50,000 for the purpose of en- suring for all ministers of the connexion a minimum salary of L-80 a year. The Chairman referred tc the fact that many ministers were among the lowest paid men in the country, there being a number who received less than £1 a week. It was for the religious bodies of the country to do for ministers what Mr Lloyd George was doing so nobly for the masses, Sometimes the utility of establishing and maintaining small churches which failed to pay a living wage to its ministers was questioned, but he thought it- a sufficient answer to say that it was to the small churches that the more important churches of the connexion were indebted for some of their best men (hear, hear). He regarded the present movement as a fibting opportunity for the large churches to repay their debt, and having regard to the fact that the honour of the connexion was at stake the movement must not and would not be a failure (cheers). The Rev William James (Swansea), chair- man of the Union and organiser of the fund detailed the steps he had taken to bring the claims of the fund before the churches of the connexion. Ia many oases the sub- scriptions he had received were scarcely equal to what, had he been a solicitor, he would have been entitled to charge in legal fees (laughter). The total of Y,12,863 al- ready promised had mostly come from 120 churches, leaving as many as 1,000 more churches to be tapped. A third of the total had been promised by 12 churches. It was, however, a matter for comment that I five of the largest &ubscribers to the Bap- tist Fand had given as much as 47 of the largest subscribers to the Congregational fuad. Mr T Davis (London), treasurer of the fund, announced that the sum paid in op to date was £ 1,700, In expressing his gratitude to the chair- man for services already rendered by him, the Rev 0 L Roberts (Liverpool) appealed to the meeting to reappoint the Rev W James as organiser until the completion of the work. The connexion had its wealthy men, who could well make up fbe fund themselves, but if they declined to recog- nise their privilege to assist such a laud- able object, the work would be carried through to a successful issue by the rank and file. The Rev W P Haws (Dolgelley) formally moved that Mr James be invited to con- tinue his work for another year. The Rev H M Hoghes (Cardiff) in sup- porting the motion, said it was anomalous that a movement which had been originated with the laity should have received such scanty support from their well-to-do mem- bers. The time had come to say some straight things to their wealthy laity. Mr Isaac Elwards (Carnarvon) said that the people would neither be coaxed nor driven. He had full coDficlence in the loyalty of the laity as long as they were properly enlightened as to what was' expected of them. The motion was unanimously carried. expected of them. The motion was unanimously carried. DOUBTFUL UTILITY OF STATISTICS The Union statistician (the Rav Eynon Lewis) presented the annual statistics, which showed that the total membership of the connexion at the eloie of last year stood at 167,951, being an increase in ten years cf 14,600; Sanday scholars numbered 1166,185, an increase of 11.652 in the same period. Daring the past year the total oollections reached £ 224.981, The value of the commercial property was returned at £2,789 000, the total debt remaining being £ 342,779. A sum of £ 43,614 was cleared off the debt last year. The Rev H Ivor Jones (Chester) moved that in future the statistics ba not pub- lished oftener than every five years, and that the figures for the English churches in Wales be excluded. He maintained that the original reason for compiling Noncon- formist statistics had practically dis. appeared. He questioned whether ta publish them every year served any other purpose than to create unhealthy rivalry among the different denominations. It was agreed to refer the proposal to the Council. The Rev Lewis Jones (Tynycoed), as vice chairman, succeeded automatically to the chairmanship of the Union for the following year. For the vlcc-chair the highest number of votes was cut in favour of the Rev James Charles (Denbigh); Mr E H Davies was re-elected treasurer, the Rev D A Griffith was re-elected financial secretary, and there was a tie between the Revs D H Williams (Barry) and D M Davies (Waunaolawdd) for the post of junior general secretary, the latter ulti- mately proposing Mr Williams, who was unanimously elected. The Rev James Charles, who will become chairman of the Union a year hence, is a native of Carmarthenshire, and was or- dained at Llanuwchllyn. He ministered for some time at Oswestry, and afterwards removed to Denbigh, where he has laboured as a pastor for upwards of 20 years, and occupied a position of great respect among I the townspeople. Mr Charles is one of the most thought- ful preachers in the Connexion and the author of one or two theological works, and it is understood that be has also in pre- paration a course of lectures on the Teachings ot the Four Gospela,"

EDUCATION. I DISESTABLISHMENT AND With regard to the Disestablishment Bill, the Rev 0 L Roberts moved a resolution declaring the conviction of the Union that it wonid rather see the Bill put | on one side than that any more concessions should be allowed. The resolution was passed. A resolution was passed reminding the Government of the fact that tbe Education Act of 1902 still inflicted a hardship upon Nonconformists, and calling upon them to place in a prominent part of thair pro- gramme a bill to secure public control 01 all schools, and to make free both secondary schools and university colleges. I On the motion of the Chairman-eleot a resolution was adopted approving of the regulations of the Insurance Commissioners with regard to approved societies meeting oia licensed premises, and strongly depre- cating the action of some English societies in oosteetiag those regulations.

HlraetKog Sheep Dog Trials. The annual sheep dog trials were held at Bryntrillyn, near Denbigh, yesterday (Thursday), when there was a very large attendance of the general public present. The trials were held under the dis- tinguished patronage of the Rigbt Hen Lord Davonporc, Right Hon Lord Aber- conway, General Sir John Fryer, K.C.B., London Colonel T A Wynne-Edward?, J.P., Nantglyn Mr V S Wrigley, Eriviatt Hall; Sir J Herbert Roberts, Bart,, M.P. Mr Welter Scott, Tany- gyrt Mr Arthur Smart, Cover Point; Mr J F Barton, Gwaanynog Hall Mr John Morris, J.P., Mansannan; His Worship the Mayor of £ ubigh (Councillor T Lloyd Jones), Mr G A Tavernar, J.P., Rhyl Mr T Wil'iams, J.P., Llewssog Hall; Mr C A Jones, Carnarvon Mr W Jones, J.P., C.C., Llannefydd Dr Lincoln W Roberts, Denbigh Mr A 0 Evans, C.C., Denbigh, and Mr R Owen, J.P., Denbigh. The duties of president were mnirt ad- mirably discb?»*ged by Mr Cadaldr Hughes, Glasrnor; whilst Mr Samuel Evans, Fforest, excellently filled the office of vice-president. The following were the officials :—Chairman of committee Mr Robert Morris, Ty Mawr. Vice- chairmen Messrs J Morris Hughes, Glasrnor, and D Edwards, Hafod Elwy. Judges: Messrs Evan Williams, Rhos, Capel Curig William Jones, Plas (Joha, Llannefydd R S Edwards, New Inn, Liangwm William Pit.-A, Hafotty, Nantglyn. Time-keepers: Messrs Tudor Morris, Ty Mawr, and Evan Morris, Cefn Fforest. Starters Messrs Lewis Evans, Fiorest, and E G Hughes, Glasrnor. Field stewards: Messrs B Jones, Hafod Cefn Plas Onn E Roberts, junr., Plas Newydd 0 Williams, Chwibren Ucha; J Morris, Cefn Fforest; J Hughes, Hai d yr Onen T Hughes, Bryn Goleu D Hughes, Hendre, Nantglyn J Jones, Hafod Cefn Plas Onn R Davies, Pentre Bodeliog D A Edwards, Tai'n y Graig. Treasurer: Mr William Jones, Nant y Gareg. Secretary: Mr Robert Morris, Cefn Fforest, Llansannan. A word of praise is due to the Secretary Chairman of Committee, and Treasurer, for the most efficient way in which they discharged their onerous duties. There was a larger number of entries than usual, and some remarkably clever work by the dogs and their masters was witnessed. The awards was as follows « OPEN STAKES. (Open to all comers). ist priz-, R6 2nd do., X3 10a 3rd do., E2 10s; 4th, do., £1 1 Mr W 0 Williams, Tai Pella, Hafod Elwy. 2 Mr M Hayton, Weston Manor, Wes- ton, Otley, Yorkshire. 3 Mr R Jone&, Ty'nrhos. 4 Mr J Thomas, Bron Cadnant, Pentre- voelas. TRILLYN LOCAL STAKES. (Open to dogs within the radius of ten miles from Bryntrillyn and having pre- viously won a first priza in the First or Second Class to date of above trials). lst.prizs, £ 3 2nd do., £ 2 3rd do., XI 4th, do., 10s 5th, do., 5a.; 6th do., silver medal with gold centre, kindly given by Mr Rice Jones, jeweller, Bridge-street, D.inbigh. 1 Mr Evan Jones, Aelwyd Brys, Oer- rigydruidion. 2 Mr W 0 Williams, Hafod Elwy. 3 Mr W A McCall, Alwen Lake. 4 Mr John Morris, Oefn FforeBt. 5 Mr Edward Evans, Cwm Rhinwecld. 6 Mr Robert Jones, Nant y Gorlau. SPECIAL PRIZES. (Open Class). For the best oommand. Two dog col- lars, kfudly given by Mr Roberts, saddler, High-street, Denbigh- 1—Mr J Thomas, Bron Cadnant, Pen- trevoelas. For the best penning. Silver medal, kindly given by Mr J Ellis Jones, Corona- tion Buildings, Denbigh- I-Mr W 0 Williams, Hafod Elwy. (Local Class). For the beat commind. Silver medal kindly given by Mr Joyce, Denbigh. 1—Mr Evan Jones, Oerrigydruidion. For the best penning. Silver medel, kindly given by Mr Evan Jones, iron- monger, Denbigh-l-Mr Evan Jones. For the best looking dog in locol. Medal kindly given by Messrs Husges & Burrows, Llanrwst— 1—Mr John Hughes, Oerrigydruidion. For the first dog to finif.h. Bottle sheep dip, kindly given by Mr H Jones, Llan- sannan- I-Mr Evan Jones.