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Fire Brigade Demonstration at Ruthin. NEW ENGINE CHRISTENED BY THE HON MtiS BLEZARD. "MABEL." [An illustration of the Fire Engine is virea in a supplement in to-days Free Prpss J. Saturday last was set apart for the christening of the new steam tire engine fit Ruthin—a pleasing erent gracjl'uily per" formed by the Honourable Mrs George Blezard, of Pool Park, following upon I which there was a grund demonstration by the brigades of Ruthin, Denbigh, and I Mold, with their "steamers." Assembling in St Peter's-sqnare, a procession was formed of the various brigades, and hea led by the Ruthin Volunteer Band, iindpr i Bandmaster Edwards, who had kindly offered their services proceeded to the show ground in Ruthin parks (placed at the disposal of the brigade by kind per- mission of Air and Mrs Thomas William- Bridge Eod House). The Ruthin manual, in charge of Lieut B E Joyce, was followed in charge of Lieut H E Joyce, was followed by the Denbigh steamer and brigade, in 3ommand of Capt R W Lloyd and Lieuts W G Helsby and J Morris Davies, I Chief Engineer H Miller and Engineer Roger Pryce then came the Mold steamer, with its team of four horses, with Capt McG-reggor, Lieut Morgan, and Engineer Edwards, as well as the hose 2irt, &c.,—of jounting car pattern—driven by Dr Williams, who is the medical odicer For the North Wales Fire Brigades Union. The ancient Ruthin Cistle manual, in charge of Capt" Tegwell Owen s and Lieut Henry Joyce, attached to Neddy," formed an interesting feature of the procession, and last, but not least, came the Ruthin steamer, in charge of Capt E Tegid Owen and Engineer Hum- phreys. Capt Conwy Bell, of the Rhudd- lan Brigade, who is chairman, and Lieut J 0 Hughes, who is. secretary of the North Wales Fire Brigades Union, were also present. The procession, with its picturesquely uniformed and brass helmeted firemen, formed an imposing sight, witnessed by a large concourse of people from Ruthin and the surrounding districts. Upon arrival on the show ground the engines were placed in position along the river bank, and the members of the brigade formed up on either side of a pathway, along which the Hon Mrs Blezard, accompanied by Miss Blezard and Miss Ruth Blezard, pro- ceeded. The fi^m^n siluted in a well drilled manner, and the heartiest of ap- plause from the spectators greeted the visitors. Cracking a bottle of champagne over the front wheel of the new engine, the Hon Lady christened it Mabel," and lifting the Union Jack which covered the front disclosed a brass tablet bearing the name "Mabel, 19.6," upon it. The act was loudly cheered in a most appre- ciative manner, the band playing the National Anthem, and then Miss Ruth Blezard stepped forward and ignited the fire of the machine. Whilst steam was being got up, Mr W G Helsby of Denbigh, took some interesting photos of the engine and the visitors, and then everything being in readiness, Mrs Tegid Owen, rrb-J Caetle Hotel, started the new engine. It might be interesting to note that that the steamer is christened after Mrs Tegid Owen, wife of Capt E Tegid Owen, and worthily so, inasmuch that she has been foremost in ad- vancing the interets of the Brigade at all times, and was one of the originators of the Fire Brigade Ball at Ruthin. Amongst the members of the Town Council present on the ground were Dr Medwyn Hughes, Mr T J Roberts, Mr R H Williams, and Mr Thomas Griffiths, and the deputy Town Clerk (Mr Baldwin Griffiths). A shrill whistle in about seven minutes' time from the lighting of the fire announced that there was a hundred pound pressure of steam, and 2 one hundred feet of hose were then attached to the engine, already con- nected with the river, and the demonstra- tion began. With this length of hose water was forced through it to a height of about 150 feet, and different nozzles placed on shewed the various forces according to the size of the nozzle. Two jets were also worked simultaneously, and as a grand finale 4 more lengths of hose were added and the 1 jets forced out water to a height of about 90 feet. The Denbigh and Mold Brigades also gave good displays with their engines, previous to departure from the field, the whole being most satisfactory. As a still farther test of the excellence of the new steamer another display was given. The engine was stationed at the river near the Cambrian Works, and the hose ran from Prior Street to St Peter's Square. All the hose in the possession of the Brigade was used, as well as some lengths kindly lent by the visiting Brigades, and through this water was forced to a good height. Con- sidering the length of hose used, and the fact that there was a fifty feet or so rise in the land from the river to to St Peter's Square, the test was indeed a severe one and the success which accompanied it bespeaks well for the makers of the engine now in possession of the Ruthin Brigade* It is a light but powerful machine of the popular Shand-Mason "Double Vertical" type, being similar to engines recently con- structed for the London Fire Brigade by Messrs Shand, Mason, & Co at their ex- tensive works in Blackfriars, London. This type of steam fire engine may fairly claim to, have set the fashion in the fire engine world having been supplied to the leading fire Brigades throughout the country. Among its supporters in addition to the London Fire Brigade (who have in use no fewer than 58 of Shand, Mason & Co's steamers including twenty-nine of their patent "Double Vertical type), one finds such organisations as the Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Bradford, Leeds, Nottingham, Dundee, Sheffield, Swansea, Oldham, Sunderland, Southampton, Preston, Norwich, Burnley, Stockport, Huddersfield, and numerous other well-known Fire Brigades. The principal features of the improved Shand-Mason "Double Vertical engine are its twin double-acting steam cylinders working directly upon a corres- ponding pair of double-acting pumps, the whole being placed vertically ab the rear of the quick-steaming boiler furnishing the motive power. Two piston rods convey the movement of each piston to the pump- rod and the movement; is communicated to the double-throw crank-shart by connecting- rods of special form running from a joint in the headpiece of each pump-rod. ThIs new arrangement dispenses with the less effective crosshead and the result -is a considerable eain in in smoothness of working and the lessening of friction. The design of the engine gives a steady flow oi water and the machine works without noticeable oscil- tion. Other good point of the Shand-Mason Double Vertical" may be summarised as: simplicity and durability of con- struction, the accessibility of the various parts for examination or cleaning and the lightness of the whole machine in comparison with its power and capacity. k The boiler is of Messrs Soanl, Mason & Co.'s patent inclined water tube type, in which steam of 100 lb. can be raised from cold water in from 6 to 7b minutes while stationary, or in about 8 to 9 minutes while travelling. Stoking en route, at the best neither a safe or easy task, is thus rendered unnecessary. The fire is lighted on leaving the station or at any point of the journey without stopping by means of the simple lighting apparatus fitted. The furnace door is at the side in preference to the rear, the side position giving un- doubted advantages in working, so much so that the London Fire Brigade has specified tha.t this arrangement shall be followed. Briefly the advantages are stated to be the following :-The engineer being away from the hose and suction-pipe connections, and having all the guages and boiler fittings within easy reach, can perform his work better; the position is more convenient for cleaning, oiling, etc. the centre of gravity is kept. low, allowing the engine to travel more easily and safely; the design of the engine is less cramped, aud a lower position of the suction-chamber is permitted, which is very useful when working from a depth. The boiler fittings and feeding apparatus are in every respect complete and of the very latest design. Alternative means of keeping the boiler supplied with water are provided which will meet any contingency that may arise. Though remarkably light in weight, the Shand-Mason Double Vertical" engine is slrojgly built. Steel enters freely into tiie construction of ooth carriage and frame and all the parts of the machinery with which the water comes into contact are of gunmetal, bronze or other con-corrosive metal. The engine is mounted on strong, high, wood-spoke wheels, with steel springs, axles and side frames, and is very com- pletely fitted. When fully stowed with hose and other gear and with men mounted the machine can be rapidly drawn by a pair of horses or fortoear-by fires can be readily dragged by hand. The Ruthin steamer has a capacity oj 200-250 gallons per minute, and will project a Jg-inch jet of water to a height of 140 feet or two or four smaller, but strong and effective jets to a good working height. It is handsomely finished and bears the name of the town on the sides of the large hose box in gold and colours. It is fitted with a powerful double-lever brake acting on both hind wheels and is furnished with a suppiy of the firm's noted Southwark" convas hose, together with suction-pipe and other z;1 p accessories. THANKING THE HON. MRS. BLEZARD. Before departure from the field, Capt. E Tegid Owen mounted the new steamer and said it was his pleasant duty to thank on behalf of them all, the Hon Mrs Blezard and the Misses Blezard for their presence that afternoon (applause). They were proud of having Mrs Blezard amongst them, a lady who was always willing and ready to assist in any movement for the town's benefit (applause). He might say that among the first supporters, when the sug gestion was made to purchase a new steam fire engine for the brigade, were the Blezard's of Pool Park, and the Hon Mrs Blezard, in recognition of this, had been invited that day to christen the engine (applause). He would like to remind those present, however, that as the end of the song was the pence," so the brigade had yet to complete the purchase money of the steamer, and he appealed to all for their generous support. He was much obliged to them all for their attendance, and hoped there might be;similar gatherings on some future occasion (applause). The captain then announced the test which the engine would further undergo, by pumping water from the river near the Cambrian Works to the Square, jocularly remarking that if the water company could not supply the Brigade with water they would be able to protect the builuings on the square (hear, hear). As the Han Mrs Blezard and party left the field they were heartily cheered by the spectators. THE BRIGADES ENTERTAINED. The members of the Brigades, in t.he evening, were entertained to an excellent repast at the Castle Hotel, admirably catered for by Mr and Mrs E Tegid Owen. The chair was occupied by Capt Tegid Owen, who was supnorted by Capt Conwy Bell, Capt R W Lloyd, Capt Mc<SreRor, Dr Williams, Mold, and Dr W 1' B-yford, surgeon to the Ruthin Brigade. The royal toasts having been proposed from the chair, Capt Conwy Bell rose to propose the toast of the evening 44 Success to the Ruthin Fire Brigade." They were all aware of the energetic manner in which the chief officer and all other membess of the Brigade had worked to get a steam are engine for Ruthin, and lie congratulated them upon the most excellent machine they had obtained (applause). She was, be understood, a twin sister to the engine fuom Mold, which had done such good service for that Brigade. As for Rhuddlan they had to support the Brigade as best they could, but perhaps they should have- a steamer there some day. and then it would be their pleasure to invite the Brigades to Rhoddlan for a similar ceremony as that of the day (hear, hear). Ruthin bad got a good engine, and all he could say was to commend it to the care of the chief uffimr and firemen, because there was a good deal of responsibility in looking after a steamer. Ruthin had an excellent brigade in every respect, and he was not there to find fault with them (laughter). There were three Brigades present, good Brigades in every respect, bat, as chairman of the Fire Brigade Union of North Wales, be asked them why they did not turn up for drill and inspection in connection with the Union* At the inspection at Abergele, the three Brigades present that night were coca- picious by their absence. He hoped they would endeavour to do so in the future, and also apologised for bringing the matter bafore them that night, but it was not often that he got hold of three brigades together, so he grasped the opportunity (laughter and applause). In conslusion, he wished the brigade every success with their new engine, but let them not forget to turn up for inspection next year (laughter, aad applause). Capt E Tegid Owen, in response, said he was extremely obliged to Mr Conwy Bell for his remarks, and the way the toast had been received. Nothing pleased him more than to hear the Brigade comptioaented (hear, hear). He did not take much credit for it himself because the Brigade were all good fellows, and came up smartly when called, which was the great success of a Brigade (hear, hear). There was sever any trouble to get them to work, and the meetings they had in the fire station materially assisted them. As regards the remarks made by Mr Conwy Bell, about attending the Union inspection, he was afraid he felt rather guilty, but it was a poor man who had no excuse, and the excuse from Ruthin was that the Brigade at present was too poor. The funds were practically low. With the new steamer and other matters there was no money to spend, so under the circumstances he hoped the brigade would be forgiven. He was exceedingly obliged to them for their attendance and the way in which the toast had been received (applause). Dr Williams, of Mold, proposed the suecess of the National Fire Brigade's Union. He had he said been honoured with the position of chief surgeon of the Union. He had, he said, been honoured with the position of chief surgeon of the Union for the North Wales district. He dwelt upon the necessity of every fireman being efficient in ambulance or first aid work. He was pleased to find that Dr Byford had been appointed medical officer for the Ruthin Brigade (hear, hear), and would no doubt be one of the best of instructors to the men in the fire service (hear, heat). Their demonstration that day he considered was in every respect an excellent one (applause). Lieut J 0 Hughes, who is secretary of the Noth Wales Fire Brigades Union, re- sponded. The Union, he remarked, prac- tically owed its establishment to the Ruthin Brigade under the then Captain Theodore Rouw, was one of the first to join (applause). The Union was increasing and all North Wales Brigades Were affiliated. Capt Conwy Bell next submitted the toast of Messrs Shaud, Mason & Co., the makers of the new steam engine. He was pleased to see that the old Ruthin Manual made by them was nearly as good to day as it was when turned out of the works. (hear, heai). This spoke well for the reliability of the firm's engines a splendid example of which they had seen that day in Ruthin's new steamer (applause). He referred in laudatory terms to the firm's representative (Mr Moss) whilst as regards the engineer who bad worked the steamer that day was one of the smartest of young fellows, and what he did not know was not worth knowing (applause). Mr Moss, the representative of Messrs. Shand Mason and Co., who was cordially received, expressed his appreciation of the remarks made. He could honestly say that the Ruthin steamer was as good a machine as ever was nude (hear, hear). As regards the work performed by it someone had said to him that it was all very well for them London chaps to come and work the engine, but when Ruthin tackled it themselves they would not get half the work out of it that the engineer did. All he could say to this was that, if attending to instuctions, Engineer Humphreys could not get the same amount of work out of the engine, then the Brigade must call him to account (laughter). The engine could be relied upon to do exactly the same work in the future as it had done that day. (applause) Dr W F Byford proposed The Visitors" and thanked Denbigh and Mold for their attendance if Ruthin were ever called upon to teciprocate he was sure they would only too willingly do so (applause). Everyone that day whom he had spoken to said the demonstration had been an ex- cellent one (hear, hear). As regards ambulance work, he hoped by that time 12 months to see every Ruthin fireman with the badge on his arm (applause). It would not be his fault if it were not so. The honour he felt in being made medical officer of the brigade would give him the greatest of pleasure to deliver lectures on aåJbul- ance work to the men during the winter months (applause). Captain McGreggor, who responded on behalf of Mold, said their engine, he thought, had something to do with in- fluencing Ruthin to go in for one of Sband, Mason's. They would not be sorry they had done so, because the engine would stand any amount of work; this he could testify to after the 4 years' arduous work performed by the Mold engine thear, hear). Captain R W Lloyd, for Denbigh Brigade. also responded, and expressed appreciation of the invitation to Ruthin. Ruthiu Brigade had worked very hard to get a steamer, and now they had it they had an excellent body of men to work her (ap- plause). The Chairman said their thanks were due to the Buthin Volunteer Band, who turned out for the occasion. The Brigade felt complimented by the kindness, and were also thankful to the officers for permitting the band to- turn out (applause). The toastf was responded to by Mr John Edwards, who said that the Volunteer Band were always ready and willing to help forward any good cause in the town (applause). The health at the Chairman and Nbs E Tegid Owen was toasted on the proposition of Captain Coowy Bell, and received with musical honours after which the National Anthem closed one of the most interesting events in the town of Ruthin.

Ruthin Volunteers. DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZES. The annual distribution of prizes to the memberi of the G Company (Rutbin), took place in the Drill Hall, on Wednesday evening, when Col Cornwallis West of Ruthin Castle (Lord Lieutenant of the County), presided; and there were present on the platform Capt J Jenkins, Lieut T J Rouw, Lieut-Surgeon Anderson, and Mr Thomas Pinnington, of Rockville, Eyarth, a gentleman interested in the volunteer movement, and who presented a silver cap to the company for snap-shooting,-with iColour-sergeantC A. Williams, the secretary of the prize shooting fund. The interior of the Hall had been Tecy pleasingly decorated with flags and other military devices, aad displayed upon, a table in front of the Chairman were- the numerous silver challenge cups of which the company are the proud possessors. Capt J Jenkins thanked all for their attendance, and also the subscribers to. the to the prize fund for their generous response Without prizes it would be almost impos- sible to carry on and improve the shooting In this respect he thought considerable progress had been made. Speaking of the camp which they had had this ye&1<" he said it was the finest of camps they ever bad (hear, hear) Everything was in favour of it. The stamina of volunteers and the good which the training did them was- evi- denced in the fact that after marchiag 26 miles in the one day, they returredi to camp and played a football matoh (hear, hear). A pleasant surprise whilst at Salis- bury Plain was the visit of Col Cornwallis West (applause). They were all most pleased to see him, and his visit shewed the interest he took. in the battalion. (applause). The average shooting for the company for the previous year had been 59, but by dint of hard work-and in this re- spect great praise was due to Sergt-Inst. Taylor (applause)—that average thia year was increased to ro74 (applause). In the battalion cup shoot Ruthin had done re- markably well in being placed third on the list (hear, hear). This was indeed very creditable when it, was considered that they had to compete against companies from large towns like Wrexham, where the numerical strength of the company was greater than that of Rnthia. They were fortunate however in having the best shot of the battalion—Sergt J Humphreys (applause). This was not the first year be had been so, and, it was to be hoped, not the last (hear, Jiear). Not only so but Ruthin had the best recruit in the bat- talion in Pte T Williams (hear, hear). rhey had to regret however, that they had been beaten on their own range by Denbigh volunteer team this year. Denbigh, no doubt, was to good for them at present. On the whole they had done very well, and great praise was due to Sergt-Inst Taylor, who was certainly one of the best instruc- tors (applause). Indeed, the battalion bad got some of the finest instructors that could be found in any battalion (applause). Col Cornwallis West then distributed the prizes to the successful competitors, and, shaking hands with Sergt J Humphreys, warmly congratulated him upon his splen- did markmanship. The list of winners has already appeared in our columns. • Col West said it was extremely gratifying to hear such excellent testimony ot volun- teers as given by Capt Jenkins. As to the duiugs of the battalion, including the Rutbin Company, in the campaign, which took place on Salisbury Plain, he might say that anyone seeing the Regiment as he did in the field, it was really enough to make one proud of one's Welsh county (applause). He bad very gratifying news to tell them. Whilst in Germany he met Sir Ian Hamilton, who said that never in his ex- perience had he seen a finer battalion than that of this county (applause) Sir Ian Hamilton was in command of the troops on Salisbury Plain, and he said that their conduct in the field, appearance and and discipline was all that could be de- sired (applause). This was indeed most gratifying, and he took this opportunity of making it known to the public generally that Sir Ian Hamilton had a very high opinion of the 1st V.B. R.W.F. (applause). Siuce ho had been connected with the bat- talion things had changed a great deal, but we lived to-day in an age of changes. There were likely to be great changes, but what they would be he could not say, but nevertheless he regretted extremely that what was now known as the 30th Field Army Brigade would be severed after being kept together for the last 3 or 4 years. Whatever did take place he since. ely hoped that the feeling now pre- vailing in the volunteer forces would not be reduced. Whatever was done the Minis- ters of War would realise that they had to deal with a difficult task in the matter of organisation, and he hoped it wculd con- duce to the future efficiency of the volun- teers (hear, bear), and he hoped the matter of our Army and Navy would never be made a party question (applause). So far as the Ruthin Company was concerned it was quite evident that there was an ad- mirable feeling amongst the members. The shooting and the drill was good. He ad- vocated strongly that all young men should become members of some volunteer company, and congratulated the officers of the G Company on its excellent condition. (applause). Lieut Rouw proposed a hearty vote of thanks to Col West for presiding, and said that the discipline of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers to-day, as compared with six years ago was marvellous. He was afraid that if the 30th Field Army Brigade was abolished, they would revert to the old condition of one week's training, which was insufficient, as it was only at the end of the first week that the regiment was beginning to settle down to work. The strength of the Ruthin Company at present was 80, but he hoped that by the next :session it would be 100 (applause). He called the attention of all the young men to the gymnasium class which Sergt Inst Taylor ¡ would commence shortly, and advised all to join (applause). Lieut Surgeon Anderson seconded the vote of thanks. Col West said it had given him the greatest pleasure to distribute the prizes. Mrs West was exceedingly sorry, that owing to an injured knee, she was unable to be present, otherwise it would have been a pleasure to her to assist in the distribution of prizes (applause). In con- clusion, he remarked that the discipline of the Battalion depended more or less upon its Colonel, and in Ool Wynne Edwards the u Royal Welsh had one of the finest volunteer officers in the forces (applausel. Dancing was subseqpently indulged in.

MUNICIPAL ELECTION. Nine candidates were nominated, £ Messrs Robert Roberts, Well-street ■^ru0fs)i Dowell, Mwrog street (retiring usee1 Charles Price, The Mount, Llanfwrog address appears in our advertising Thomas Maysmor Q-ee, Clwyd-straet a James Jones, Cynlas, School-road—all of go to the poll, and the following we*e C, nated by retired :-J E Roberts, draper; i Thomas, Llanfair: J Davies, and ,T K

Continued from page 5. I The Inspector It means, therefore, that in your opiuion the two offices ought to be divided. The Mayor of Wrexham said that two members of the County Council had been appointed to attend the inquiry to oppose the application, but as Ruthin was such an out of the way place they had not come. Mr Rouw (warmly): Noi; sense. The Inspector: If the county offices bave been here for 200 years, I cannot see why there is any diliiculty in getting here. The Clerk of the County Council said thar, very few meetiu^s cf the county authorities were held at Ruthin, but that did not enter into the question. The question was, which was the most con- venient spot for the CIClks of the county authorities to live in. Mr John Roberts and myself were the only officials that travelled up and down. The clerks remained at Rathm. It was therefore not the question of the accessioility of Ruthin. The Inspector The question is whether you want to uproot the county offices altogether from Ruthin. z, It was pointed out by Dr Hughes that the Clerk of the County Council and the Organizer of Education had to live in Ruthin according to the terms of their appointment. The Deputy Clerk of the County Council said that the resolutioü passed by the County Council appointing a Surveyor of Quantities, and directitg the Clerk to make. application for the loan was unanimously passed by hhe County Council. CMr Ezra Roberts said that the last reso- lution passed in favour of locating the education offices at Ruthin was passed in one of the largest County Councils ever held, and by an overwhelming majority. Councillor Savage said the Wrexham representatives were not present from any spiiit of antagonism to Ruthin ("Oh," and Iauirhter). They might laugh, but the Wrexham representatives were present on public grounds (" Ob, ob "). After the adjournment for the funeral, The Town Clerk of Wrexham, Councillor Savage, and Alderman Tnomas Jones spoke in opposition to the selection of Ruthin. Mr W R Evans said he did not agree with the Wrexham representatives that this was a question of great importance to the county but it was one of considerable importance to a town like Ruthin after having the county offices located in the town for 200 years, whereas it would make but little difference to a large place like Wrexham (hear, hear). It would be quite impossible to separate the education offices from the county offices, He must be the clerk of the education authority by notice of his other office, and by the terms of his appointment, which were ratified by the Home Secretary, he was compelled to live at Ruthin, and so was the Organizer of Education. He had bought a house in Ruthin and if the county offices were removed it would upset all the arrangements he he had been compelled to make on public grounds (hear, hear). The work of the two sections was so interwoven that it was impossible to carry it on efficiently and properly unless the offices were in the same town and Ruthin was much nearer the majority of schools than Wrexham. The County Council accepted the site at Ruthin, and by a considerable majority resolved that Ruthin was the best place for the offices (hear, hear). Not a single member of the County Council was there to oppose the application (hear, hear). The Inspector: The question is whether the County Offices f re to be removed to Wrexham. If one goes the other must follow. Mr Evans That is so. And if the offices are divided half of the fit,iff must be here and half in Wrexham ? Mr Evans: That is o. The Inquiry concluded with a vote of thanks to the Inspector.

TABERNACLE CHAPEL SUPPER. We regret that the report of this very successful event (which was only received by us on Friday morning) has had to be held over until next week. SALE OF WORK. Rriourt of tins successful sale, yesterday, will appear next week, but the following was the result of the draw (winners of which may have their prizes upon producing their numbers at Maescnor House, huthin) --Gold brooch, 336; leg of mutton, 190 footbal', 255 alarm clock, 3 ox tongue, 3 J6 cigarette holder, 181 Eau de Cologne, 107; pair of slippers, 158 -case of perfume, 406 pair of kid gloves, 224 Japan- ese vases, 180; walking stick, 197. SALE OF BODYNGHARAD. Overlooking the town with its famous castle, about two miles distant, is the freehold estate of Bodyngharad, consisting of a fine modern residence, well appointed farm buildings, and 150 acres of rich, well farmed, and highly pro- ductive arable and pasture land in a ring fence, well wooded and watered. This estate, pur- chased by Mr J Hughes, of Walsall, some years ago from the late Dr King, again came under the hammer on Monday at the Castle Hotel, when the sale was conducted by Messrs Dew and Son, Bangor. The rent paid by Mr Robert Johnson for a portion of the house and farm 'buildings and 140 acres of land held by him is £ 225, and the estimated rent of the residence, grounds, woods, and shooting in hand is £100, shereby making an annual rental of .£325. Bidding commenced at Y,4,000, and at 96,750 >the estate was sold to Mr J R Jones, Meliden, Prestatyn. Messrs L W Lewis and Sons, Walsall, and Mr Aneurin 0 Evans, Denbigh, were the solicitors concerned.

Fron Yw, Liandyenog. On Tuesday last, before an excellent company of farmers and dealers, Messrs T end W Leathes disposed of the farming st;.ek, crop, implements, &c., on behalf of Mr William Thomas, who is leaving the holding, and prices were very satisfactory to the vendor. The stock comprised 33 head of nice coloury shorthern cattle, 230 ] Welsh and cross-bred ewes and lambs, and an excellent stud of horses. Calving cows to Lil, two-year-old bullocks and heifers £ 12 2 6d, yearling ditto to £6 10s. The sheep, which were a grand flick, ewes made 31s 6d, ewe lambs 24a 3d. Sow and 12 pigs £9 15s. The park, which was let till 1st May, made 414 5s. )

Death of Mr. Edward Roberts, Record Street. It is with sincere regret that we chron- icle the death of Mr. Edward Roberts, solicitor, Record Street, Rnthin, whose sad demise, at the age of 52, years, occurred on Tuesday morning The deceased had been ill for some time past, and attended by Dr. Medwyn Hughes and Dr. Anderso and although confined to the house, the announcement of his death was. totally unexpected, and cast Wite a gloom over the town, and the deepest isympathy is extended towards the four daughters and threegsons who are left to mourn the iose of a kind parent. His wife predeceased him four years ago last June, and this I irretrievable loss considerably told upon him. His last appearance in a public capacity was when he made an effort to attend the last sitting of the Ruthin County Court a few weeks ago. His death is one of considerable importance from a public point of view, filling as he did so many responsible public appointments in the town. Born at Pwllnaid, Llanelidan, on March 18th, 1853, the deceased was later more familiarly known as the son. of Mr. Robert Roberts, Bron, Derwen he, after his school days, served his articles with the late Mr William Lloyd, solicitor,, and was admitted to the profession in Two years later he entered into partnership with Mr- William Lloyd (son of the Mr Lloyd previously mentioned), and carried on business as Messrs Lloyd & Roberts, solicitors, Ruthin. Fallowing this the deceased became very prominent in con- nection with all public- matters, and was looked up to especially by the political party to, which he was associated. A staunch Liberal, he was at one time presi- dent of the now defunct Liberal Club, in Ruthin, and took a prominent part in the advocacy of Liberal principles. He was well known on the platform on all public occasions, and was always well received. In November of 1881§4 he was elected a member of the Ruthin Town ICouneU,. and his timely and wise counsel at the meetings so impressed that Body that the next year they elected him Mayor of the town, not only that year, but for the succeeding year of 1882. He was re-elected Councillor in 1883, and the following year was made an aldercaan, a position he retained until 1904., when he resigned in order to become a caadidate for the Town-Cleikship—an appointment which he gained after the death of his partne7, Mr. William Lloyd. He was also one of the first members of the Denbighshire Couoty Council resident in Ruthin; and gained his seat after success- fully opposing the Warden of Rutlhin. He was a prominent and leading member of the English cause in ~Buthin; in fiact, he was one of the founders, being a member of the Rhos Street Church whose members formed it in Ruthin, because it was felt that such an establishment was necessary amongst the English dissentiag population of the town. These services were held in the Town Hall for two or three years, after which the chapel was bailt. In this Mr. Edward Roberts was the prime mover, and ultimate- ly succeeded, by obtaining a handsome donation of about from Mr. R. Davies, of Bodlondeb, then Sheriff of Anglesea, in wiping away entirely the whole of the debt of the chapel. Until his health began to fail be was an active worker of the cause,-aud was for some years superintendent of the Sunday School. As a solicitor, he was looked upon as one of the leading advocates in North Wales, and his knowledge of the Law could not be surpas- sed, and he acted as prosecuting solicitor for the police of Denbighshire. Whether prosecuting or defending his methods were always the fairest of the fair, and upon many occasions be was congratulated upon his masterly advocacy. Upon the death in 1904 of Mr William Lloyd, partner in the firm, Mr. Edward Roberts succeeded him in the appointments of Town Clerk and Registrar of the County Court, the latter appointment being made by his Honour, Judge Sir Horatio Lloyd. He was also appointed Clerk to the Ruthin Justices about January, 1900, and held the clerkship to the Governing Body of the Ruthin County School for Girls since the Inter- mediate Education Act came into operation. Deceased was a Freemason and Past Master of the Masonic Lodge at Denbigh. In his private capacity the deceased was most genial aud kind-hearted; always ready and willing to do what he could to assist others in poor circumstances. He was pure- minded and upright in all his actions, and was a natural gentleman. His death will be a great loss to the town and neighbour- hood. THE FUNERAL- This took place yesterday (Thursday) afternoon, the interment being made in Derwen Churchyard, where the deceased's wife lies. The service at the house was most impressively conducted by the Rev. E J Williams, who read a portion of the Scriptures; the Rev. Oscar S Symonds, of the English Chapel, who offered up prayer, and the Warden of Ruthin (the Rev. can- cellor Balkeley Jones). Upon arrival at Derwen, where the cortege was joined by a number of people from the parish, the ser- vice in the Church was conducted by the vicar (Rev. John Morris), and the Rev. Q S Symonds the former also officiating with the Rev E J Williams at the graveside. Amongst the chief mourners were Messrs Verney, Melville, and Blythyn Roberts (sons), Mr Robt. Roberts, Seaforth (brother), Mr D Griffith Davies, Bethesda (brother- in-law), Messrs W Roberts, Bristol; W Roberts, Tanygaer and T Hurden Roberts, Ruthin. The Town Council was represented by the Mayor, Aldermen John Roberts, Ezra Roberts, and Dr J Medwyn Hughes; Councillors T J Rouw, Robert Roberts, T J Roberts, E Tegid Owen, Thos. Griffiths, W Jones, Glasfryn F Dowell, R H Wil- liams, B Davies, and Dr T 0 Jones Mr B* Griffiths (deputy town clerk), Dr Byford (Medical Officer). Mr Jones (treasurer), Mr Hughes (Treasurer), Mr. Jones (account- ant), and Messrs C R Fox and G Williams (auditors). Amongst others present were Capt. Jenkins, Mr E Parry Jones, Mr W R Evans, Clerk of the Peace; Archdeacon Howell Griffith, Ruthin Rev. Isaac James, Sergt Jones; Messrs J W Lumley, J F Jesse, L G Thomas, Henry Williams, Plas- y-ward Thomas Jones, Plas Coch r Byford, A O Evans, W O Jones, E jt*o' Llanbedr; J Oldfield, Rhyl; D Jones, bigh; L Smith, T J Simpson, R H j} Maysmor Gee, R A Lloyd, W A LI A Jones, T Simon, Wynne Reece. j rhydd; J H Jones, R Beech, J Williams, Liverpool House; Mrs 0f Thomas, Mrs. Stephens, and Mrs Governors of Ruthin County School A Rowlands, Miss Dawson, and Missk Miss Tuckermann, and Miss Staw, &c* flll Messrs J E Morris, W S Williams* 3jrs W S Jones represented the firm of Lloyd and Roberts. The coffin of plain oak (in 0( b r55s with the wishes'of the deceased) with & breast plate bearing the juseripli 41 Edward Roberts, died Oct. 23rd, 1 aged 53 years," was accoujpauied r, t some lovely floral tributes of ,r, by the Mayor and Corporation of ,:sti the Staff of the County School; the 0t Presbyterian canse In loving memo1^ a dear and faithful maste- ^rorI1att; clerks; Mr and Mrs Lloyd, o; Rbag$ Miss Rowlands, County Schooi yltS øs t. Alston, Mr & Mrs J Davies, Mr", family, Park Place, &c. „ Mr. John Roberts, draper, Castle J, very efficiently discharged the duties undertaker. [INTERIM REGISTRAR)- baS His Honour Judge Samuel M*#9 .tof, appointed Mr. D Giiffith Davies, Bethesda, to be interim or deputy of the Ruthin County Court unti! manent appointment of registrar is

CANTATA AT LJ1ANFWR0G URCH, v f;g cantata, Kitig David" (PLtisOll," performed in Llanfwrog Church on °aj tgd afternoon by an augmented choir to A ^e congregation. The work was admira!^? jii? through, and was a credit to the artistes. r'(ret' performance will be repeated after the 913 on Sunda.y next, commencing at 8 p-w-

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