Denbighshire Free Press

Denbigh Young Man Killed Abroad. The sad news has just been received of the death, under tragic circumstances, of Mr Curwyn Jones, the young son of Mr Price Jones, Cemetery Cottage, Denbigh, who was accidentally killed on March 10th in Sammerland, O'Kanagan, British Colom- bia. Only bare particulars are at present to hand, and the parents have received no news at all as yet otherwise than through Mrs Warren, Rothin-road, who has re- ceived a letter from a brother, who is out in British Colombia, and Jones was work- ing in a fruit ranch which is owned by the father-in-law of the writer of the letter. It appears that Jones had been engaged by the owner of the ranch, a Mr Brown, for a year, and on the night of the 10thot March was driving a team of horses with a loaded wagon, when he slipped and fell in front of the wagon aside of the tongue. The horses did not take fright, but Jones, being unable to guide them from the position in which he had fallen, they collided with a telegraph post, and struck his head so violently that ha was at once rendered unconscious, and died in about 15 minutes. The letter goes on to state that he was very well liked, and gave every satisfaction to his employer and all concerned, and all feel his sad death very much. The deceased, who was a bright, intelligent young fellow, would have been 20 years of age had he lived till last Saturday. At home he was appren- ticed as a grocer, and worked with Messrs Owens & Littler, Townsend, and also at Llandyrnog, and wrs recognised as a good business youth, well liked by the customers and his employers. He joined the B Squadron of the Denbighshire Hussars Yeomanry, and attended the camp at Salusbury Plain last year, and all the members are sorry to hear of this sad accident. He sailed for the New World on September 9th last, and worked for three months on railway construction in Alberta, and afterwards moved from there to British Columbia, where he had worked on a fruit ranch for the past three months. Naturally the news of his death has come as a great shook to his parents, and great sympathy has been extended to them in the sad calamity. They wish to express, through the medium of this paper, their sinoere thanks to all who have extended sympathy with then.

Marriage of Mr .-1. Williams and Miss Bellamy. A wedding of considerable local interest was duly solemnised at St David's Church, Denbigh, on Saturday, when Mr John Williams, eldest son of Mr William Wil- liams, Pen-y-banc, was joined in the bonds of holy wedlock to Miss Lily Bellamy, the youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Bellamy, Vale-street, Denbigh. T"e Rector of Denbigh (the Rev T Redfern, M.A.) performed the wedding eeremony, and a large number of friends had as- sembled, and the ladies pronounced it aj most beautiful wedding, the bride looking charming, and the whole bridal party very pretty. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a most beautiful dress of ivory duchess silk, with a tulle veil and wreath of orange blossoms. She also wore a gold pendant set with pearls and peridot, and carried a bouquet of white carnations and lillies of the valley, all the gifts of the bridegroom. The bride was attended by four bridesmaids, namely-the Misses Irene and Florrie Wainwright, the young daughters of Mr and Mrs Wainwright, of Conway Villa, and nieces of the bride, wno wore dresses of white mousseline, together with pretty cherry ripe hats, with forget- me-nots. The two elder bridesmaids were the Misses C and J Williams, sisters of the bridegroom, who wore dresses of crepe de chine, semi empire style, trimmed with lace and insertion. They also wore pale blue hats, trimmed with forget-me-nots. They all wore gold brooches, and carried bouquets, the gifts of the bridegroom. The bridegroom was attended by Mr William Morris, Brymbo, who acted as best man. Mr Alex Bellamy, brother of the bride, presided at the organ, and as the happy couple left the Church played the wedding march. The wedding breakfast was served at the bride's home, and the very large and handsome wedding cake was supplied by Mrs Evans, confectioner, Vale-street. The happy oouple left for London by the 2 o'clock train, amidst the good wishes lor their many friends, the bride being attired in a pale amethyst cloth travelling dress, with hat to match, and white boa. Messrs John Williams and Son, Crown Stables, supplied the carriages. The following is a list of the WEDDING PRESENTS. The Bridegroom's gifb to the Bride was a gold pendant seb with pearls and peridot. Bride's gitb to Bridegroom, gold sleeve links. The Bride's Father, a beautiful overstrung pianoforte, by Waldemar, and a case of cutlery. Bride's Mother, household linen, &c. Bridegroom's Father and Mother, a beautiful marble timepiece. Mr W Williams, cheque. Mr D Williams. silver-plated shaving mirror. Miss C Williams, damask table cloth. Miss Bellamy, skin hearthrug. Mr and Mrs Wainwrighb, Doulton dinner service Irene and Florrie Wainwrighb, large jardinere. Miss Jennie Williams, dainty trinket set. Willie and Annie Williams, silver-mounted cigar stand and pair of silver-mounbed ink bottles. Mr & Mrs Andrews (Surrey), silver pepper box., Mrs Broadbent, Teneriffe, afternoon tea cloth. Mrs Williams, Brondyffryn, pink toilet service. The Superintendent and Teachers of theEnglish Church Sunday School, handsome china tea service. Dr and Mrs Ellis, Llansannan, cub-glass silver- mounted pepper, salt and mustard pot, in Morocco case. Mrs Thomas, Meifod Reotory, silver-mounted muffineers in case. Mr Clwyd Pierce, handsome fish servers in case. Frank and Daisy, Bedford, Sussex, silver sauce ladles in case. Mr and Mrs Pierce, Fairfield, damask table cloth. Mrs Cottom, pretty pink satin tea cosy. Misses Lewis, Vale-street, copper jug & trays. Mr and Mrs Webb Davies, teapot ana stand. M r T Evans, afternoon tea tray. Miss Gladys Price, afternoon tea cloth. Miss Maggie Helsby, framed views of Denbigh. Miss Smith and Mrs Stephens, pair of orown Devon vases. 1 Miss Jones, sardine dish. Miss Sallie Jones, Satsuma biscuib jar. From all at the Crown Hotel, a, set of carvers and steel and dozen table knives and dozen silver prongs. Mr Lloyd Jones (Densons), satin eiderdown quilt. Mrs Denman, Tremeirchion, cheque. Misses Denman, Tremeirchion, sideboard cloth and table centre. Misses Owen, Vale-street, damask table cloth. A Friend, silver ink stand. Mr and Mrs Hugh Williams, coloured table cloth. Misses Hugh Williams, silver-mounted flower vases. Miss Hertzig, Coventry, copper jug. Mrs Davies, Cefn Byr, pair of china vases. Miss Davies, Cefn Byr, glass sugar basin and cream jug. Mrs Mareden Davies, pair of patent leather shoes. Miss Green, Middlesex, afternoon tea and tray cloth. Mrs T O Jones, Denbigh, four table spoons. shoes. Miss Green, Middlesex, afternoon tea and tray cloth. I Mrs T 0 Jones, Denbigh, four table spoons. Mrs Denman. cheque. Miss Smith, Bodfari, pair of vases, Mr D Roberts, handsome copper coal scuttle. Mr and Mrs John Williams, Penybank, set of carvers. Miss E Ridgway, hall brushes. Mr and Mrs Harris, Masons' Arms, honey jar and stand. Mr & Mrs W Hughes, Royal Oak, duehesse set. Mrs Roberb Roberts, silver sugar tongs. Rev W Morgan, three solid brass gold-mounted photo frames. Mr and Mrs Findon, Isle of Wight, beautiful Prayer Book and purse combined, in Morocco case. A Well-wisher, six silver dessert spoons. Mr and Mrs Bruton, six frilled pillow cases. Anonymous, cheque. Mrs Drury, photo frame. Miss E Drury, pepper pot. Miss Nellie Davies, silver jam spoon. Mrs Williams, Clwydfro, hot water jug. Mr and Mrs Hughes, Cheltenham Villa, damask table cloth. Mrs Roberts, Park-straeb, handkerchief and. glove case. Mr and Mrs Davis Williams, Caerwys, set of carvers and rests, ivory handles, silver- mounted, in case. Mr and Mrs Jones, Llansannan, large jardinere Mr and Mrs Pierce, Old Colwyn, Duchesse set and sideboard cloth. Miss Lizzie Roberts, Vale-street, Satsuma bowl Mrs Dew, Love-lane, half-dozen tumblers. Miss Dew, ditto, glass water jug. Mr and Mrs D Hughes, Leicester, silver- mounted jam dish. Mr D Denman, Manchester, three photo frames Mr and Mrs Dryhursb Roberts, pair of flower vases. Mrs and Miss Lloyd, Lawnt, silver calendar holder. Tommy Morris, Stanley-terrace, pair of flower vases. Mr and Mrs Christmas Lewis, dainty afternoon tea set. Misses G and Gladys Lewis, china egg Btand. Mr Rice Jones, gold sleevo links. E. J. D., case of cigarettes. Miss Wynne, Bee Hive, silver flower vases. Miss Ellis, ditto, silver-mounted jam dish and spoon. Mrs Evan Evans, honey jar and spoon. Mr E Fidler,pair silver-mounted sugar dredgers Mrs Myddleton, Damask table cloth. Miss Rees, Tennyson's Poems. Mr Owen Jones, High-street, silver photo frame Mrs Evans, confectioner, Damask table cloth. Mr and Miss G Hughes, Grawys-villa, oheque. Mrs Jones, Segtwyd Farm, Damask afternoon tea cloth. Miss J C Lloyd Williams, crush morocco handbag. Mrs 8 T Miller, centre flower stand. Mr T Roberts, Bridge-street, gwt's clippers.,

n_- Musical Evening at the TOwn Hall. Yeaterday evening (Thursday) a very i successful musical evening was given at the Town Hall by the Chester JEoIian Qaartette Party, assisted by others. The event was under the auspices of the Den- bigh Literary and Social Society, and had been arranged by Mr Robert Davies, solicitor. Mr E J Swayne presided, and remarked that they had a very attractive programme, which would, no doubt, be much appreciated. The programme opened with the quar- tette As the moments rolls," and provided a good forerunner of an excellent perform- ance. It was sung by the Chester iEolian Qaartette, composed of Messrs James E Varley (alto), Hubert Housby (tenor), Sam C Whiteley (baritone), and S Dring (bass). The piece was very well received. Miss Bledwen Edwards, of Llangollen, who possesses a sweet voice, sang, with pretty effect, the solo" May Morn,"and received a good reception. The song of Mr S C Whiteley, II Phil, the Fluter's ball," was well rendered, and he had to respond to an enthusiastic encore. Tne violin playing of Miss Dorothy Ellis, of Liverpool (formerly at Denbigh), is well-known in the district, and her rendering of the solo," Saltarelle," was excellent. The next item was a duet, "Tho two beggars," by Messrs Housby and Dring, which caused much merriment. They were encored. The recitation of Miss Alix Brebber, "The Cataract of Lodore," by Southey, was splendid, and one could almost see the waters of the cataraot descending so good was her ex- position of the piece. She responded to the rapturous encore. The solo of Mr J E Varley, My Kingdom," was well rendered. The first part of the programme was brought to a close with the quartette, The Mulligan Musketeers," by the Quar- tette party, which was encored. The second part of the programme was as follows :-Quartette, "The Cigarettes," (encored). Chester ^Eolian Quartette. Song, "Dear Heart" (enoored), Miss Blod- wen Edwards. Song,44 Master and Man," (encored), Mr S Dring. Violin solo (en- eored), Miss Dorothy Ellis. Song, II 0, Flower of all the World," Mr Hubert Housby. Recitation, "I vant two fly" (encored), Miss Alix Brebber. Song, "Paddy's Love Letter," Mr SC Whiteley. Song, "Mountain Lovers," Mr J E Varley. Quartette, "The Pickaninny's Lullaby," (encored), The Quartette Party. All the items were well rendered, and the evening throughout was most enjoyable. Mr Swayne expressed his thanks to all those who had contributed to the pro- gramme. He had mentioned at the begin- ning that the programme was an attractive one, and had found it so and of very high tone (applause). In moving a vote of thanks to Mr Swayne for presiding, the Rev T Redfern said he was sure they had enjoyed themselves, and he could see that Mr Swayne was thoroughly doing so. He congratulated the Society on the excellence of the winding up con- cert. He had attended several concerts in Denbigh, and this was one of the best he had ever attended (hear, hear). The Society was doing good work, and he hoped that the next session would be as successful if not more than previous years (applause). Mr R B Searell seconded, and the motion was carried with applause. Mr Swayne responded, and the enter- tainment was brought to a close with the singing of the National Anthem, led by Mr S Dring. The accompanists were Miss E A Roberts, Denbigh; Miss Gwladys Humphreys, Llan- gollen; and Mr 8 Dring. .0

Annual Meeting of Denbigh Liberal Club. The annual meeting of the members of the Denbigh Liberal Club was held on Tuesday last, under the presidency of Mr William Parry, J.P., the acting president, when a very large number of members attended. ANNUAL REPORT. The Chairman, in reviewing the work of the past year and congratulating the members generally, made particular refer- ence to the large number of new members elected during the year (65), which was clear evidence of the popularity of the club, and urged upon all to do their best to further increase the membership, and thus make the club a still greater power both political and social. The statement of accounts was then submitted and the Hon Auditors' {report read, and the adop- tion was moved by the Chairman and seconded by Mr George Jones. Several enquiries having been replied to, the accounts and report were unanimously adopted. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the hon auditors (Messrs Evie E Roberts and J L Jones), and special mention was made by the Chairman to the most lucid report submitted by them. ELECTION OF OFFICERS. Sir Herbert Roberts, M.P., and Mr Clement Edwards were unanimously re- elected presidents. The vice-presidents were re-elected with the following additions Mr R H Roberts, J.P., Foxhall; Mr Hesketh Roberts, Mr E R Jones, Llanbedr Farm; Mr Evan Roberts, Llansannan; Mr Morris Jones, Arllwyd, Llansannan; Mr R Jones, Lenton pool; Mr B T Hardy, Brynhyfryd; Mr E J Roberts, Mr W Williams, Cae Drain; Mr Buckley Jones, J.P., Rbyl; and Rev H 0 Hughes. Mr William Parry, J.P., was most cordially re-elected acting president, and special reference may be made to the great interest taken by him in the aflairs of the Club, this being his third year as acting president. THANKS TO THE TREASURER. The Chairman expressed with deep re- gret the loss the club had sustained through the departure from the town of Mr T W Salusbury, who for a number of years had faithfully carried out the duties and in every way possible had done his best for the club, and which was deserving of the members' most hearty thanks, and he was sure that it was the desire of all that every prosperity should accompany him and his family in their new home. After the above remarks and a resolution to that effect had been carried unanimously, the Chairman reminded the members that an opportunity would be given to all to subscribe to the testimonial proposed to be made to Mr Salusbury as a small token of their regard and thanks for past services. Mr H M Lewis 8 unanimously elected treasurer, and Mr W Price also oordietly re-elected as secretary. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. A ballot was taken and the following elected on the Executive Committee for the ensuing year :-Messrs D Webbe Davies, D 0 Griffiths, B T Hardy, John Jones, J Ellis Jones, Evie Jones. Emrys Jones, S T Miller, Gwilym Parry, R J Williams, E T Williams, and R Thomas Wilhams. A vote of thanks to the ofheers and members of the Executive Committee for their services during the year was passed. A list of papers and perioaicais was submitted and several alterations and ad- ditions suggested for consideration by the Executive Committee, and a cordial vote of thanks given to the friends who gratuitously supply papers, &0. The meeting closed with ft hearty vote of thinks to the Chairman.

Death of Mr. T. A. Johnson. It is with deep regret that we announce the death of an old and respected trades- man of the town in the person of Mr T A Johnson, which sad event took place at twenty minutes to eight o'clock on Thursday night at his residence, Colomendy House, Townsend, Denbigh, in his 50th year. Mr Johnson had been in failing health for some months past, and he had been oonfined to bed at different intervals daring :that time, but he was able from time to time to continue his business and make his usual visits to the English markets, and indeed so recently as the Monday prior to his death be was at the Ruthin Auotion Marts pursuing his dealing with his accustomed zeal and shrewdness, Soon afterwards he had another attack of illness and passed suddenly away. With the death of Mr I Johnson passes away from the town one of its most popular and well-known men. Mr Johnson was born at Rhos, near Wrexham. He was the son of the late Mr Thomas Allan Johnson, late licensee of the Railway Hotel. When he first came to Denbigh he was in the employ of the London and North-western Railway Company, but later he commenced business as a cattle dealer. Since then he has worked up a splendid connection in that line, and was for many years past considered one of the keenest and ablest dealers in the district. Not only in North Wales was Mr Johnson known in this respect, but in numerous other places, including Dover, Kent, and the South of England generally, and Ireland. In all these places he was con- sidered a keen, upright, and straight- forward business man, and highly respected. Mr Johnson was a zealous Churchman, and up to the end was regular in his at- tendance at the churoh services. He was for many years a prominent member of the Denbigh troop of the Denbighshire Hus- sars Imperial Yeomanry, and obtained the rank of sergeant before his retirement. He was a keen trooper, and in the days when swordsmanship counted for much he was a splendid swordsman, always well mounted, and frequently carried off the troop and regimental prizes. He leaves a widow, three sons, and three daughters to mourn his loss, and great sympathy is felt with them in their sad bereavement. THE FUNERAL. The funeral took place on Monday, and was public. Crowds cf friends from all parts gathered together to pay their last tribute of respect to their old and valued friend. The procession commenced at the house, where a goodly number of the older members of the *B Squadron of the Den- bighshire Hussars Imperial Yeomanry had formed up. The following is a list of the chief mourners:— 1st Carriage.—Mrs Johnson (widow), Messrs Joseph, William and George (sons), Misses Jennie, May and Gwen (daughters). 2nd Carriage.—Mrs Roberts, Railway Hotel (sister), Mr T Lloyd Roberts, Mr W Gough Roberts, Mr and Mrs John Ellis. 3rd Carriage.—Mr Astbury (cousin), Mr and Miss Dookerell, Mr Arthur Dockerell, Mrs T Lloyd Roberts. 4th Carriage.—Mr and Mrs John Roberts (sister and brother-in-law), Mr and Mrs William Roberts (sister and brother-in-law). 5th Carriage.—Miss Jennie Roberts, Miss Maggie Roberts (nieces), Mrs Jones, Tan- yr-onen, Llannefydd. 6th Carriage.—Mr J Williams (Llewesog). Mr Byford (Ruthin), and others. The interment took place at Whitohurch, where also a large crowd had gathered to witness the ceremony, and amongst the general public we noticed the following Messrs J Downing, John Williams, Towns- end Robert Lloyd, Gwaenynog Bach, Hugh Williams, HalI-Nquare; J D Lewis, William James, R.S.P.C.C.; W Metellus Jones, N & P Bank; R Pritchard, William Roberts, Holland House; Samuel Roberts, butcher; Thomas Davies, butcher; John Davies, butcher; Robert Ellis, Oaklea; T C Hughes, stationmaster; Thomas Roberts, Lleweni; Harry Roberts, Bryntirion; John Williams, Llanrhaiadr Thomas Lloyd, Cobton Hall; R Pairy, Graig Brewery; J Ellis Jones, R W Lloyd, J Parry Joyce, Henry Jones, butcher, Crown-street; Thos Jones, Brondyffryn E J Roberts. Boderw; David Williams, Townsend Postofflce; Richard Jones, Brookhouse; Christmas Lewis, Vale-street; Edward Williams, stone- mason John Jones, Bryntegid; John Evans, Vale-street; J Robinson, Brook- house; W 0 Jones, Postoffice-lane; David Williams, mason Thomas Roberts, timber merchant, &c., &c. The Rector officiated both at the house and the graveside. The following is a list of the wreaths, etc. ♦Last tribute of love from his loving wife and children.' 'In affectionate and loving remembrance of our dear brother, from his loving sisters.' Last tribute of respect to our dear Uncle Tom, from Jack.' 4 From little Kit to her dear Uncle Tom.' 4 With sincere sympathy from Mr and Mrs Ellis, Oaklea.' 'In loving and affectionate remembrance from Ted and Minnie.' Other beautiful floral contributions were sent by the following -Mr and Miss Dookerell, London; from his grandchild, Mr and Mra Samuel Roberts (butcher), 'Will and Lizzie,' 4 Tom and Lizzie,' Mra Readon and family, Liverpool; Mr and Mrs Edward Davies, Mr and Mrs Helsby and family, Sergt-Major and Mrs Bruton, Misses A and L Mardell, 'Jack and Mollie,' Mr and Mrs Wadia, the Abbey, Denbigh 'From all at Clifton House,' Mr C H Lewis and family, Miss Tudge, Mr Peter Evans, Red-lane; the officers and men of the I B' Squadron Denbighshire Hussars Imperial Yeomanry. The duties of undertaker were ably carried out by Mr R Lloyd Jones, of Messrs Densons, Denbigh. The coffin, of beautiful polished oak, with brass mountings, was made by Mr Samuel Morris, joiner, Townsend.

Denbigh and Ruthin Licences REFERRED FOR COMPENSATION. A meeting of the Denbigh licensing authority was held at Wrexham on Wednes- day, Sir Watkin Williams Wynn presiding. The clerk (Mr W R Evans) reported that seven licensing authorities in the county had referred altogether 17 licences for compensation. These were Ashford's Shop, Denbigh; Mill Inn, Trevor; San Inn. Glyn Ceiriog; Butchers' Arms, Glyn Trian Foresters' Arms, Llangollen Hand Inn, Ponkey Sea Lion Inn, Rhos; Prince of Wales Inn, Cefn; Nan's Head Inn, Ruthin; Star Inn, Llangynhafal; Anchor Inn, Ruthin; Masons' Arms, Bwlehyddar San Inn. Eglwysfach; Regent Tavern, Wrexham; Alexandra Vaults, Wrexham, and the Horseshoe Inn, Wrexham. After a rather lengthy retirement, the Chairman announced that 12 of the houses named would be referred for compensation, while they would renew the licences of the following :-Mill Inn, Trevor Butcher's Arms, Pontfadog; Anchor Inn, Ruthin; Masons' Arms, Bwlchyddar, and Sun Inn, Eglwysfach.

Easter Day Services. The Easter Day services in the Churches were largely attended, were of a bright and joyous character, and successful in every way. The Communicants, number- ing several hundreds, made an absolute record for the parish, both as regards English and Welsh, indeed the Welsh Communicants were very largely in excess of any past year. There were three Welsh ce'ebrations—7 and 8 a.m. aid after morn- ing service, and four English celebrations at C, 7, and 8 a.m. and after morning service. The sermons, of course, dealt with the resurrection of our Lord. The preacher at St Mary's throughout the day was the Rector, and at St David's the Rev T J Davies; the Rev Wilfrid Griffith as- sisting at several of the services. The collections for the day, amounting to zC42 183 4d, were given to the Rector. There wore eleven services throughout the day, in addition to three services and school at the Mission hall, so that the clergy had a busy and trying day. St Mary's, as usual, was beautifully decorated —the altar and east end, Mrs and Miss Wynne, Ystrad Cottage; pulpit, Mrs Turnour; font, Mrs Swayne and the Misses Lloyd Williams; lectern. Miss R Clough; gasiliers, Misses Pierce, Salusbury Place; Mrs Grierson, Mrs James, and Miss M Humphreys Roberts; the choir stalls, Miss M Redfern, Miss Evans, Tros-y-parc. The flowers, &c., were sent these ladies by Mr F Burton, Gwaynynog, and other friends. The choirs of both Churches rendered the services admirably, j Mr Bellamy (English) and Mr W M Pierce (Welsh) presiding at the organs.

— ♦ Swan Lane Chapel Eisteddfod. The annual Eisteddfod in connection with the Sunday School of the Swan-lane Congregational Chapel was held on Good Friday, but did not attract as many com- petitors as previous years. The musical adjudicator was Mr David Evans, Mus. Bao., Cardiff, and the Rev Rhys J Huws, Bethesda, adjudicated the poetry, recita- tions, and essays; the miscellaneous items were judged by Messrs W R Owen, late schoolmaster of Ruthin; R B Adams, district county surveyor, Denbigh; and Mr W Stephenson, Conway. The arrangements had been carried out by a committee of the Sunday School, for which Messrs J Tregoning and R Thomas Williams acted as secretaries. The accompanists during the day were Misses T Tregoning and Minnie Batmen. AFTERNOON MEETING. Mr R Henry Roberts, J.P., C.C., Fox- hall, presided at the afternoon meeting, and delivered a most appropriate address on the value of eisteddfodau. The following is the list of competitions and the winners therein Recitation, under 16, Ora Pro Nobis' (Eifion Wyn)-l (equal) Robert Edwards, Castle, Denbigh, and Peroy Jones, Rhyl; consolation prize, S M Owen, Bodfari. Solo, under 12, 4 Christ is Risen'—1 Emily Davies, Vale-street, Denbigh 2, Evelyn Jones, Henllan Place; 3 Elwy Owen, Eldon Villas. Pianoforte solo, under 14, Bagatelle in G minor, op U9' (Beethoven)—1 Anita Davies, Vale-street; 2, Josephine Roberts, Llandyrnog; consolation prize, Eva Knowles, Denbigh. Stanza on 4The Vale of Clwyd*—Mr Benjamin Davies, Ruthin. Children's choir competition, 4Dewch i chwareu yn yr Eira.' Two ohoirs com- peted-Rbyl and Gronant-and the latter, conducted by Mr Humphreys, school- master, was deolared the winner. Ode, 4 The Airship'—Mr Benjamin Davies, Ruthin. Solo, under 16, 4 Dim ond Deilen '-I Elizabeth Chambers Jones, The Green; 2 Percy Jones, Rhyl. Contralto solo, I The Lord is my Light' -1 Miss Rhoda Jones, Gellifor. Pencil sketch of Dr Pierce's monument -1 Herbert Bellis, Denbigh 2 Robert Edward Owen, Efail Gwaenynog. Duet, soprano and contralto, Sibrwd yr ,Awel '-1 Misses Bessie Tregoning and L H Evans, Denbigh. Quartette, 4 In this hour of softened splendour'—1 Mr R G Jones' party, Denbigh. Mixed choirs, (a) 4 O Foreu Teg' (Tom Price), and (b) 4 Yn Eden Cofiaf hyny byth' (David Evans). Only one choir-Llan- sannan, conduoted by Mr R H Roberts- competed, and they were awarded half the prize of 28 83 in accordance with the rules. THE EVENING MEETING was presided over by the Mayor (Alderman J Humphrey Jones), who said it gave him great pleasure to be honoured with the presidency of the meeting, as he was a great believer in this kind of meeting to bring out the different talents of the [ competitors. The following were the awards; Recitation under 12, 'The Black Boy 1 Robert Pieroe Jones; 2 John Henry Jones; 3 Hannah E Jones. Pianoforte solo, under 18, 4 Those Sab- bath Belle '-I Miss Jennie Taylor, Shotton. Chief essay,4 The Church and its duties in view of the social reforms now advoca- ted'—1 Mr D Jones, Mwrog-street, Ruthin. Soprano solo, Telynau'r Saint'—1 Miss Marian Edwards, Tretnant. Hazel stick—1 Mr John Davies (' Asiedydd o Walia'), Denbigh. Baritone solo,4 Fy Ngweno fwyn '-1 Mr R G Jones, Denbigh. Oil painting (a bunch of flowers)-1 Miss Olwen Batten, Denbigh. Chief recitation, a piece out of Alaw Mabon'—1 Miss L J Evans, Rhydloew, Llansannan. Oral examination, under 21-1 (equal) Mr J W Owen, Efail Gwaenynog, and Llew Hawkins, Denbigh. Ditto, under 16-1 Olwen Batten, Denbigh; 2 R E Owen, Efail Gwaenynog. Ditto, under 12-1 David Owen Evans; 2 Minnie Evans; 3 Gladwen Evans (all of Chapel-street, Denbigh). Challenge solo—Misa Bessie Tregoning. Tenor solo, 'Llwybr y Wyddfa'—Mr J W Davies, Pentrevoelaa. Poetry, 'Pwy yw hwn*—Mr Benjamin Davies, Ruthin. Party of 16, '0 hush thee, my baby.' Two parties competed, and the party con- ducted by Mr John Williams, Cartref, Denbigh, was adjudged best. Male voice choirs, I The Readers Chorus.' Only one-the Denbigh Male Voice Choir, conducted by Mr Edward Jones-came forward, and in accordance with the rules were awarded half the prize.

CEFN. DEATH OF MB J. WILLIAMS (CAMRAN) On Good Friday, the death took place of Mr John Williams, Luke-street, but more familiarly known as John Williams, Camran, his native place in Cefn Meiriadog, at the ripe age of 73. For years he had been unable to follow his occupation, owing to a paralytic seizure, and a few weeks ago he had the mis- fortune to dislocate his bip by fallicg down stairs. In his time be was an excellent work- man, and could turn his hand to almost any- thing in manual labour. He leaves a large family of sons aad daughters to mourn his loss. The funeral was of a public character, and' largely attended, took place at the Cemetery 00 Easter Tuesday, the Rev W J Davies (vioar) officiating.

RUTHIN. Amateur Theatricals at Ruthin Grammar School. On Thursday evening the Shakesperian play entitled Twelfth Night was per- formed in the Assembly Rooms, Rutbin, by the members of the Grammar School Dramatic Society. There was a very full house, and the performance from com- mencement to finish was a huge success. The hall was beautifully decorated under the direction of Mr Rúuw, and great credit is due to him for the way in which these arrangements were carried out. The following also kindly assisted:—Messrs L Smith, W G Hodgson, R H Williams, Isaac Lloyd, H Morgan, H Aldrich, G Brocklehurst, and J Beech. The following is a list of the persons of the play :-Orsino, Duke of Illyria, A T Reed; Sebastian, brother to Viola, E V Speakman; Valentine, T C Edwards; Curio, R W G Scott; a Priest, R A LI Gallen; Sir Toby Belch, A H Montagu; Sir Andrew Aguecheek, F W Hodgson Antonio, J Lloyd Jones; a Sea Captain, C H Pownall; Malvolio, Olivia's Steward, E Irvine Jones; Fabian, E A Edwards; Feste, Olivia's jester, M Swainson; Pages to Olivia, E N Ashfield and F G Batters; Olivia, J Lloyd-Williams; Violo, P Hudson; Maria, W H Carter; Lady ia attendance on Olivia, J D Speakman; Lords, Sailors, Officers, T C Edwards, N M Edwards, E 0 Reveley, C Mason, C H Pownall. The story of the play is as follows Viola and her twin-brother Sebastian are wrecked on the coast of Illyria, and though both are saved, each is ignorant of. the other's fate. Viola disguised as a page boy, Cesario, takes service under the Duke Orsino. The Duke is afflicted with a hope- less passion for the Countess Olivia. Cesario (Viola) becomes his confident and the bearer of his messages to Olivia. 'Meanwhile the supposed page has herself fallen in love with the Duke, and matters are further complicated when Olivia, rejecting the Duke's overtures, falls in love with his messenger (whom she takes for a man). Olivia's advances to the page are observed by her self-styled suitor Sir Andrew. He addresses a challenge to Cesario and an ineffeeted and interrupted duel results. Here enters Viola's twin- brother Sebastian. All take him for the page Cesario, with unexpected results. He beats Sir Andrew, who thinks to renew his quarrel with the shrinking Cesario, and consents to Olivia's proposals with alac- rity. Complications again follow on Olivia's next meeting with Cesario, but Sebastian's appearance and his recognition of his sister clear up all misander- standings." In the underplot the chief characters are Malvolio, Olivia's puritanical steward Maria, her maid; Sir Toby, her roystering uncle; and Sir Andrew, a foolish knight, the dupe of Sir Toby. Malvolio is deluded into the belief that Olivia loves him and his subsequent behaviour makes him the laughing took of her household. In the course of the performance the following music was most admirably rendered: Storm' Movement from No. 6 Symphony (Beethoven); storm prelude (Sullivan); air and gavotte (Bach) minuet (Baccherini); gavotte (Rameau); serenade (Elgar); salut d' amour (Elgar); inter- mezzo from 4 Cavalliera Rustioana' (Mas- cagni); Henry VIII dance (German); song Act 2, So 2, 4 0 Mistress Mine (Addison) song-Act 3, So 1, 'Come away, Death' (Arne); chorus, I Wedding is great Juno's crown.' The orchestra was under the conductor- ship of Mr W E Belcher, M.A., organist of St Asaph Cathedral, and delighted the audience with their excellent playing throughout the evening. Mr A T Reed performed the part of Orsino in excellent style, and oarrried his part throughlwithout a hitch; his acting and excellent articulation were loudly ap- plauded. The roll of Sebastian, the brother of Viola, was assigned to Mr E V Speakman, to which he did great credit. Mr T C Edwards did ample justice to the roll of Valentine. Curio was represented by Mr R W G Scott, and his performance was most commendable. Mr R A Gallen acted as priest, and performed the same in excellent fashion. The diffloult task of impersonating Sir Toby Belch was under- taken by Mr A H Montagni who acted throughout in a most perfect manner, and evoked roars of laughter from the delighted audience. His acting was in- deed very talented, and the audience anxiously awaited his appearance in every scene. Mr I" W Hodgson periormea the part of Sir Aguecheek in a very able manner. The part of Antonio was assigned to Mr J Lloyd Jones, who entered thoroughly into the spirit of the pieoe and performed from start to finish splendidly. Mr C H Pownall did very great credit to himself in the part of Sea Captain. Malvelio, Olivia's servant, was imperson- ated by Mr E Irvine Jones, and he could not have improved in that character, for his actions and expressions were really admirable. Mr E A Edwards took the oharacter of Fabian, and showed decided talent in that capacity. Mr M Swainson ably acted the part of Feste, Olivia's jester, and kept the audience in good spirits with his funny sayings and actions The pages to Olivia were Messrs E A Ashfield and F G Batters, and their singing of 44O, mistress mine" and 44 Come away, Death was beaatifally sweet. The task of acting the part of Olivia was as- signed to Mr J Lloyd Williams, and special mention is to be made of the exoellent way he impersonated a lady in actions, ex- pressions, and dress. Mr P Hudsonjis also to be highly complimented on his perform- ance of the roll of Viola. When he made his appearance it was observed that he was well talented as an actor and ranked amongst the best of the evening. One of the best was Master W H Carter, who, as Maria, made a typical maid. The part of lady in attendance on Olivia was acted by J D Speakman. The following also did their parts well as lords, sailors, and officers:- T C Edwards, N M Edwards, & U Keveley, C Mason, and 0 H Pownall. Mr Montague excelled in the scene where he and Sir Andrew Aguecheek try to retire to bed in a drunken state. He was also ably assisted by Mr F W Hodgson as Sir Andrew. Mr E Irvine Jones, as Malvolio, also showed excellent talent in the scene, where he finds the love missive supposed to be written by the fair Olivia. Mr P Hodgson delighted the audience in the scene where he pleads his master's love suit with Olivia. His well pitched voice and his ideal actions were the admiration of all. Master W H Carter's imitation of a girl was splendid in the scence where he unfolds the plot to air Toby and Sir Andrew to fool Malvolio. Mr J Lloyd Williams, as Olivia, was greatly admired in the scene where he tells of his love for Viola. The scenery was most realistic in every scene, and was specially prepared by Messrs Robinson, of Liverpool. The dresses in every oharacter were also very becoming, and were supplied by Messrs Burkinshaw, Liverp)ol, and the wigs by Messrs Fyan, Liverpool. We may mention t, at the promoters fluent A:30 on the hiring OL dresses, scenery, &o. The whole performance was a great credit to the pupils And School and was I j amongst the best of the many excellent entertainments which have been given in connection with Ruthin Grammar School. The large audience was delighted with the excellence of the performance. Mr Mont- ague kindly took upon himself the task cf teaching the boys their different parts in the performance. It was an onerous duty involving much time and labour, but he was amply repaid for his toil by the admirable way in which every member performed his part, and upon this Mr Montague is to be highly congratulated. He is also to be complimented upon his selection of the performers, everyone being ad mirably suited to the part he represen ted. This is the first time that the perform- ances of the Grammar School have taken the form of a Shakespearian play, but as this one was such a hage success it is to be hoped that it will not be the last.

Death of Mr Thomas Nash. )1 The death occurred on Sunday at Bathafarn Hall of Mr Walter Thomas Nash at the age of 51 years. Deceased, who was the youngest son of Thomas and Mary Nash, of Bradley Green, Worcestershire, had recently arrived from America (Chicago) on a visit to his sister, the Hon Mrs Hawke, at Bathafarn Hall, where he died suddenly of heart failure. He was medically attended by Dr J Medwyn Hughes. The funeral, which was private, took place at Llanrbaiadr on Tuesday, deceased being buried in the same grave as his mother. A service was held at the Hall by the Curate of Ruthin, and at the Churoh and grave the Vicar of Llanrhaiadr and Curate of Ruthin officiated. The mourners present were Capt Hawke, Mr C A Bamfoid, Mr E S Bamford, Mr Thomas Williams, and Mr J Parry Jones. Most beautiful wreaths were J placed on the grave from Capb and Mrs Hawke, Mr and Mrs C A Bamford, Mr E S Bamford, Miss Bamford, Mr and Mrs Thomas Williams, Mr and Mrs S J Waring, Mr and Mrs J Parry Jones, Dr and Mrs Cornetb, and the servants at Bathafarn. The undertaking arrangements were in the hands of Mr John Roberts, 1, Castle-street.

Death of Canon Drew. Churchmen throughout the diocese will hear with the most profound regret of the death of Canon Drew, the able, scholarly, and eloquent Rector of Hawarden, the son- in-law, and, in his latest days, the close friend and spiritual adviser of the late statesman, Mr Gladstone. Canon Drew took part in the Easter services, and was at work in the parish on Monday, being taken seriously ill at night, which necessi- tated an operation the following day for a serious internal complaint. He never tated an operation the following day for a serious internal complaint. He never I rallied, and sank to rest on Thursday. Canon Drew was a strong and enthusi- astic Churchman, and he fought a strenuous and successful battle on behalf of the Churoh schools in the parish, of Hawarden, which is one of the largest parishes in the diocese of St Asaph. He gave practical proof of his earnestness, too, for he devoted for several years a large part of his stipend to help the fund that was raised for the preservation of the schools. In the same cause he also contested the Hawarden Division at the Flintshire County Council election several years ago, and Church- people so rallied to his support almost solely on the question of the schools that he was triumphantly returned at the head of the poll. He was also a member of the Flintshire Education Committee, and took a very active part in educational adminis- tration in the county. One of the most devoted of rectors, the parish of Hawarden has prospered greatly under his minis- trations. In 1903 the rev. gentleman was made Cursal Canon of St Asaph Cathedral. In Mrs Drew the late canon had a most devoted helpmeet, and she took the warmest interest in his pastoral work. Their only child is known the world over as the little curly, fair-haired maid Darothy Drew, of whom Mr Gladstone was so fond. The sad event has caused great distress to the Gladstone family, to the parishioners I of Hawarden, and all who know the deceased, for to know him, however slightly, was to entertain the highest respect and affection for him.

ST. ASAPH. OTHIR ST ASAPH NEWS will be found on page 6. DEATH OF MR WILLIAM STORY, PBINTBE. We regret to announce the death of Mr William Story, Pentre Farm, which took place on Thursday, the 24th instant, at the age of 73. He had been in feeble health for some time. He was born at the farm at which he died, and had lived there all his life. He was unmarried, but was connected with several leading farmers in the Vale of Clwyd by the marriage of his sisters. Being a well- known farmer, he was a familiar figure at Denbigh weekly markets. The funeral, which was of a public character, took place on Mon- day last at the cemetery, under the provisions of the Osborne-Morgan Acb, 1885, and was I largely attended. The Rev Jonathan Jones, Calvinistic minister, conducting the service at the grave.

Marriage of Miss Rose Emily Heaton. On Wednesday afternoon, at St Thomas Church, Rhyl, the wedding took place of the Rev EbeneZer Evans, and Miss Rose Emily Heaton. The bridegroom, who has for some time been curate at Rhyl, is the son of Mr and Mra Evans, Gwynfa, South Wales. He was educated at Llandovery School, and afterwards went to Lampeter College, where he was senior sobolar. He held a curacy at Brymbo for 4} years, afterwards at Ruthin, and then went to the Diocese of Natal, where he worked for four years, coming to Rhyl from South Africa, He is now Rector-Designate of Llanfairtalhaiarn. The bride is a daughter of the late Mr Frederick L Heaton, and Mrs F. Heaton, Bryn Clwyd, Rhyl (formerly of St Asaph), and grand-daughter of Mr John Heaton and Mrs Heaton (who was a daughter of Dean Bonner, St Asaph). The service, which was full choral, was I performed by the Bishop of St Asaph, assisted by the Ven Arehdeacon Thomas Lloyd (vicar of Rhyl), the Rev J N Evans, Llangyfi, South Wales (brother of the brideroom), and the Rev J Evans Jones, vicar of Dyserth (who was formerly the bridegroom's vicar). The best man was the Rev Donald Macauley (curate of Rhyl). The bride was attired in an ivory satin dress trimmed with chiffon and satin, a veil of old Limerick lace being worn over a tiarra of orange blossoms. She also wore a gold chain bracelet, the gift of the bride- groom, and carried a bouquet of white roses and lilies of the valley. The bridesmaid, Miss Marie Heaton (sister of the bride), wore a cream tussore silk dress embroidered w"th white roses, and wore a cream lace hnt. Her bouquet was of pink roses, and o',e also wore a gold chain necklet of pearls and torquoise, the gift of the bridegroom. Tie bride was given away by her cousin, Col Heaton, of Pias Heaton. After the ceremony a reception of friends, relatives, and the officiating clergy v? \s held at Clwyd, and later in the d ^y the Rev and Mrs Evans left on their ■ h >aoymoon, the bride's travelling dress j b 4ing of a silver grey silk eaoliao, trimmed with pale blue embroidered satin, and a pale grey hat trimmed with grey and blue ehfcffon and forget-me-nots*

FOOTBALL. On Saturday week the County School F.C. played against a team of Old Boys, and won by 6 goals to 5, and not by 5 goals to 3 as stated last week. WILL. Miss Emily Townshend, of Cllte Dai, Denbigh, left.220 to the Denbigh Free Reading Room and Cl5 to the Denbighshire Infirmary. The estate amounted to £ 9,662, GOLF CLUB. A very enjoyable match was played on March 18th, on the home links, between the Holywell and Denbigh ladie?, which resulted in favour of the visitors. ENTERTAINMENT. On Tuesday evening an entertainment will be given at the National Sohool by the mem- bers of the Mission Room Band of Hope Guild and others. The chair will be taken by the Rev T Redfern. Doors open at 7 o clock, to commence at 7.30. DEATH OF A DENBIGH HARPIST. The death took place on Tuesday of Mr William Jones, Broomhill-lane, at the age of 62 years. Deceased was a painter by trade, aad was well-known in Denbighshire as a harpist, in which capacity he appeared at various entertainments, especially at St David s I Day festivities. PONTRUFFYDD CRICKET CLUB DANCE. A dance in aid of the funds of Pontruffydd Cricket Club will take place on Thursday even- ing next, April 7th, at the Schoolroom, Bodfan, when a very enjoyable evening may be ex- pected. Dancing oommences ab 8 o clock, continuing until 2 a.m. See advertisement on page 4 for prices, &o. ■ THE VOLUNTEER BAND. In our report of the Football Competition, which took place on Easter Monday, which will be found on page 2, we have omitted to mention that the splendid band of the "D (Denbigh) i Company 4th R.W.F., conducted by Bandmasber M Humphreys, played selections of music on the ground at intervals, which was much appreciated. OBITUARY. During the past week two old inhabitants of the town passed away, namely, Mr Jesse Hughes, Abram's-lane, aged 83 years, and Mr Edwin Jones, Park-srreet, aged 80. Both were well-known, the latter having been in the employ of the Gas and Water Company for years, whilst the former was in the service of Mr D Jones, Gwynfa, for a long period. THE EASTER HOLIDAYS. The Easter holidays in Denbigh passed off rather quietly, and most of the townspeople migrated to the silvery sea. The only event in Denbigh, on Monday, was a football competi- tion, which attracted many visitors. The Railway Company ran excursion trains to all places of interest, and the fine weather which prevailed during the holidays was extremely welcome, after the inclement weather experi- enced during the past five months. YOUNG LIBERALS' LEAGUE. A local branch of this league has just been .formed, with Sir J Herbert Roberts, Bart., M.P., and Mr Clement Edwards as hon. presidents. Mr John R Owen, Haulfryn, has been elected acting president, and the follow- ing offioials were also appointed-Acting vice president, Mr E J Roberts hon treasurer, Mr Llewelyn Jones, Eirianfa; hon auditors, Messrs J Roberts and R W Roberts; hon secretaries, Messrs T Pandy Williams and T E Lewis. NARROW ESCAPE. A serious accident was just avoided in Vale- street on Tuesday by the smartness of the driver of the Corporation motor tractor. The traotor was proceeding down Vale-streeb with a heavy load. A gentleman driving a pony carb was coming down, and when just passing the engine the pony took fright through a dog running up to it, and swerved right across the road in front of the heavily loaded tractor. The driver very smartly pulled up the engine in a short length, otherwise serious conse- quences might have resulted. LECTURE. At the Baptist Chapel, on Saturday evening, the Rev J Jenkins, B.A. (Gwili), gave an in- teresting lecture on U Bob" (one of the characters in Daniel Owen, the well-known Welsh Novelist's book Rhys Lewis'). The Mayor (Alderman J Humphrey Jones) pre- sided, and ab the close proposed a vote of thanks to the lecturer, which was seconded by the Rev Thomas Griffiths. A vote of thanks to the Mayor for presiding, proposed by Mr John Roberts, Love-lane, brought the meeting to a close.—On Sunday the Rev J Jenkins preached to large congregations at the Baptist Chapel. ACCIDENTS. Two rather serious aooidents occurred on Tuesday. Early in the morning Mr Isaac Jones, Taldrach Farm, and his servant man were travelling towards home in charge of three horses. On the Leger hill a motor car suddenly came upon them, and caused the foremost horse to double back. This again caused the two other animals to stampede and the cart was upset. The servant man received serious injuries to his head and limbs, and was con- veyed in the motor car to Denbigh Infirmary. Mr Jones himself was taken to Leger Farm, Buffering from ahock.-In the afternoon, Mr John Williams, Lawnt, oochman to Mrs Blackwaill, Dolhyfryd, was riding a horse near the Asylum a motor car travelling in the oppo- i site direction caused the horse to rear. Mr Williams was thrown off and sustained injuries to his back. He was taken home, medically attended by Dr James Hughes, and is pro. gressing favourably.