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II SIR WILFRID LAWSON AT WREXHAM.
II SIR WILFRID LAWSON AT WREXHAM. On Thursday hst, Sir Wilfrid Lawson, Bart., M.P.. with one or two other prominent members of the United Kingdom Alliance, who are making a tour through the provinces, and addressing large audiences in the principal towns in connection with the Temperance movement, paid a. long-deferred visit ro Wrexham. The Temperance party spared no effort to accord to the popular champion of the Pertrissive Bill a thoroughly cordial and gratifying reception, and their exertions were crowned with success. Sir Wilfrid Lawson arrived in the town from Manchester, where he had spoken on a previous evening, by the five o'clock train, and was conducted to the Temperance Hall. where a large party, who had assembled to partake of an excellent tea, were anxiously awaiting his arrival. On enter- ing the hall, in company with Mr Balfour, of Mount Alyn, Rossett, and several other gentleman, his well-known and strongly-marked features were instantly recognised, and he at once received one of thnse ovations tc which popular candidates and members of 'Parliament are so well accustomed. His Worship the Mayor (Dr. Eyton-Jones) presided; and was supporled on the platform, which had been 1 transformed into a tea. table, by a goodly gathering of ladies and gentleman connected with the locality and Rpyeral prominent members of the Temperance movement in Wrexham. At the conclusion of the repast, after a short address by Mr Balfour. Mr William Thomas came forward and presented Sir Wilfrid with a hand- somely illuminated address which referred in glow- ing and flattering terms to the eminent public sprvve? rendered by him in the cause of Temperance morn "pneoially in connection with his efforts to procure the passing of the Permissive Bill. Sir Wilfrid Lawson, on rising to reply to the address, was again greeted with enthusiastic cheers. He said Mr Thomas, Mr Balfour, ladies and gentle- men—I am sure I am very grateful for the kind address which has just been presented to me and read by Mr Thomas. I don't like to take exception to anything in a document which I fear was far too complimentary, but I don't like the expression that I I have done von the honour to come and see you (hear, hear), for I think that yen are doing me a great honour in comma: here and in giving me such j a kind address. But there was one thing in it that rather touched me. I think there was a sly cut in it. something about my not having come before (laughter). Well. I really do not at this moment remember what all the circumstances were, but I do remember that I was on the eve of coming, and something unforseen came in the way to prevent my having the pleasure which I now have but if I did err in not coming before I will try to make amends for it. and I will promise you, if you wish it. that I will come again (vociferous cheering). I think you should let me finish my sentence (laugh- ter)-the sentence was not concluded. I was going to say when you interrupted me that I would promise to come again on this condition, that before I do so so you will send to the House of Commons a. member of Parliament to vote with me on the Permissive Bill (loud cheers). Now you know what the bargain is (laughter). I am ready to fulfil my part of it, see that you fulfil yours (cheers and laughter), 1: am sorry that I cannot sneak Welsh, be- cause it may be some of my friends are more familiar with fhat language than with the English language; but I hope that in this meeting, and in that which is to follow, we shall speak in a better language than the Welsh, if that be possible I hope that we shall speak in the language of the heart, which we can all understand because the evil is not confined to England, Ireland, Scotland, or Wales, but it is an evil extending over the whole country, and good citizens in whatever part of the kingdom or Princi- J pality they may dwell ought to be united as one man (cheers, which rendered the remainder ef the sentence inaudible). I need not go into our policy. I had better tell you something to encourage you, and that is that we are on a little missionary tour, Mr Raper and I. We began at Manchester on Tuesday; and to my idea it was the most numerous, enthusiastic, and influential gather- ing that the United Kingdom Alliance has ever had since its formation (cheers). Last night we were at BoFon. with the member for the borough in the chair—("hear, hear)—and there we had as crowded and enthusiastic a meeting as it was possible to hold in a town of that size. And so it is, I am happy to tell you, wherever we go. We find that this question occupies the attention and hearts of the people far more than any other political question (cheers). I sa.y political question, because, as Mr Balfour said, this is not a mere meeting of teetotallers. Most of us have heard of the work done by teetotallers during the past forty years, and we are here to put what I may call the supplement to that work (hear, hear). The teetotallers had the argument with them when first thev started. They have converted many, and done a great deal of good. People sometimes laugh at teetotallers and temperance societies; but I remember reading not long ago a speech of Lord Shaftesbury's, in which he expressed the belief that had it not been for temperance societies this country would be hardly fit to live in (hear, hear). Well, notwithstanding all their exertions and all the remarks of Lord Shaftesbury, the state of things is bad enough, and all the arguments of thos" devoted men. who have devoted their lives to the work. has not been sufficient to convince the people of England. We people of the United Kingdom Alliance believe that we shall never thoroughly succeed in accomplishing that object so lono- as the Government is allowed to establish traps and temptations for the public. That is our policy but we are glad of any other scheme that may mitignte the evil. You have heard Mr Bal- four. He has got a pet child at Liverpool in the shape of a body of inspectors. Mr Balfour, when did you appoint those inspectors ? (Mr Balfour A year ao.) Well, I will tell you what liappsned a year ago at Liverpool. Notwithstanding these inspectors', one Monday morning at the police courts in Liverpool there were upwards of 250 people brought up for drunkenness. Well, sir, you should have brought some of the publicans up that dav (applause). That very same day a publican came into court, and he said to the presiding ma- gistrate, Sir. I have the honour to-day to present you with a pair of white kid gloves; there is not a single publican to be fined" (laughter). Now, my frienl, Mr Balfour. admits that is true and though I don't want to speak disrespectfully of the in- spectors, I wish to say that it is too bad an evil for them to deal with, and they are totally unable to effect any radical cure. We shall have an oppor- tunity. some of us, of explaining the details of our scheme much more fully in the large meeting that is to be held. Now, I am glad to see so many friends assembled at this time of day ia a small town like this, which, in proportion to the size of the town, is a very large meeting indeed (hear, hear). I am very glad, indeed, to have the honour of being entertained by my good friend, the Mayor (applause), who very kindly asked me to stay with with him. I have found out since I came here that he is a good Tory (applause;. I like that, too, because I want the day to come, and it will be a grand day for this country, when those who are Tories and those who are Liberals will believe that ths honour and welfare of this country is the great object to be attained by political action, and will say that we oucht not to support any party, call it Consesvative or Liberal, which runs counter to the great laws of morality (loud applause). Well, when that day comes I hope that the mayor and many other good Tones will unite with me and many other good Liberals A very few of us will do the business (applause and laughter). Don't suppose it will require so very many. When a few stand out and say These are our politics." the others will say, We had better make friends with those fellows flaucrhterY If you agree with me, it won't be very loncT; and I think we had better sacrifice some of ourVomfort, and make perhaps enemies for the time of those who are our political friends, and who are wrapped up more in one party than in the other, and then we shall think that it is worth while simply to make an honest attempt to roll back the tide of demoralization which IS fillmg all the papers now (applause1). Now I think you know pretty nearly all I know myself, and 1 won t keep you longer. I will only say that if this meeting makes yetTmore earnest in carrying out such a pohcy as I have suggested, and if this kind address which Mr Thomas has presented to me makes me also more earnest in playing my part whatever it may be in this crreat struggle, then I hope all of us may feel hereafter, when looking back at the proceedings of this afternoon or evening that the day has not been spent wholly in vain (loud applause). The meeting then broke up, and the company adjourned to the Public Hall.
THE PUBLIC HALL MEETING.
THE PUBLIC HALL MEETING. The meetine in the Public Hall was fixed for seven o'clock. and shortly after that bour a large. audience assembled, by whom Sir Wilfrid Lawson was lustily cheered as soon as he Speared upon the platform. The Mayor agum took the ohair: and had a number of right and left hand aupporters, the temperance men and several Nonconforn-i.it ministers octkpyin* the front seats, and other gentlemen connected with the Liberal party, but less pronounced in their opinions on the drink question, sitting rather more in the back- ground. Whilst the audience waitedfor the speakers, several temperance melodies were given with much heartiness by a choral party at the back of the hall. The Mayor, in opening the proceedings, observed that those who did not think with Sir Wilfrid La.W3#n that the best means of making temperate the people of this country 1 was through the Permissive Bill, would nevertheless accord him as the great apostle of temperance in this country, a s most hearty, sincere, and honest welcome (applause); and I one who had laboured so. long for the benefit of others t reclaim persona from vicious habits and raiae them in* «l 0 sober, honest, and industrious members of the community, was doing a noble work, anÜ mybody might Sir Wilfrid Lnwsnn the hih position he had athined (applause). Letters apologising for non-attendance were read from Mr Osborne Morgan, M.P., Mr Watkin Williams, MP., Mr Howard, Broughtcn Hall, Mr Thomas Barnes, of theQuinta, and th8 Rev G. H. MoGill. In his communication Mr Watkin Williams ragretted that he was unable to be present in consequence of a prior engagement; and with regard to the Permissive Bill said he was not sure whether druJlkenne JS was art one of those'evils for which a remedy should be looked for outside legislation. Mr Beakbane moved the first resolution, which was as follows This meeting presents its most hearty thanks to Sir Wilfrid Lawson, Bart., and the whole of the 101 members of the House of Commons who on the 14th of June voted or paired for the second reading of the Permissive Bill, and most earnestly implores thos natriotic representatives of the people to persist in their noble efforts to procure the enactment of that bill or some equivalent measure, embody- ing the just, moderate, and constitutional principle of enabling the inhabitants of any district to protect themselves against the local grievance and injustice of having liquor shops established in their midst and against their will" (a1)- pIa tlse L A smg composed by a local poet, entitled God bles" Sir Wilfrid Lawson," and written on the occasion of this his first visit to Wrexham was here sung by the audience, after which Mr J. M. Jones, in a brief address, seconded the resolution. Sir Wilfrid Lt?w=on, on rising to address the meeting, was warmly cheered. He -aid that in his time at different gather- ings he had had hi- health drunk, and he had had his health proposed but he had never had it sung before (laughter). It was true that sometimes at a county agricultural dinner, after they had drunk his health, they had suddenly burst out with the'chorus, For he's a jolly good fellow" (lond laughter) bnt he must say that the beautiful song of his Welsh friends which he had heard that night, conveying some beautiful sentiments, along with many mueh too ftattering compliments, was much more grnteful to him than any song of Jolly good fellow" that he had ever heard (applause and laughter). Having noticed a little mistake made by his friends in giving him a yellow programme and the Mayor a blue one. although yellow in this country stood for the Tory and blue for the Liberal colour, he said he iooked upon it as a good omen. He thought it meant this, that honest and earnest men, patriots, and leader- of opiniou in his county saw that the time was coming when they must sink party and go for measures which were for the good of the whole community (hear). The speaker then proceeded ta discourse at great lenh on the agitation for and against the Permissive Bill. interspersing his remarks with many humorous-hits and jokes at the ex- pense of the opponents of the measure. He said he thought the bill was a good one. and be would tell them why. A member of Parliament for whom he had a very high resppct said a few months ago that the Permissive Bill was a logically perfect bill. Did they know who that was ? It was Mr Wat- kin Williams (laughter). Now he bplieved in logic, and he believed that a logical bill was a right bill; but his friend Mr Williams seemed to have gone back since then b"cal1se, in the conclusion of his courteous letter, he said he was not sure whether drunkenness was not one of those evils for which the remedy should be looked for outside legisla- tion. If thllt be the case, if he thought legislation did more harm than trood, he ought to bring- in a bill next session to do away with all the hws for licensing and regulating public- houses, and leave the whole trade free and open. But he wanted to do Mr Williams full justice, that they might not think he was more opposed] to them than he really was. He did think Mr Williams had made the worst of him- self in that letter he was not so bad as he looked (laughter) because if they looked to the votes of last session they would find their good friend, Mr Watkin Williams, voted for a bill brought in by Mr Joseph Cowen, the member for Newcastle, which bill was intended to establish licensing boards all over the country, and entirely g-et rid of the IDf1g'istrates' authority to grant licenses, and it was explained by one of its sup- porters that the bill would give the people the power of pro- hibition (applause). There were some points in the bill he did not quite like. but it rrny was the principle of the Per- missive Bill with a great deal more added to it. In closing his address. Sir Wilfrid expressed a hope that they should be abh) to purify our national life of all that savoured of political corruption, of public immorality, injustice, and oppression and if they did that, and did it thoroughly, he believed there was a glorious future still in store for Old England, and with truth they might say- The nations have fallen, but thou art still young, Thy sun is but rising while their's are all set; And though slavery's cloud o'er thy morning has hung, The full noon of freedom shall beam round they yet, (Anplause). Other speakers addressed the meeting, which was through- ut of a very enthusiastic character.
iltøtritt fltWØ.
iltøtritt fltWØ. SHREWSBURY RACES.—Several stakes at this meeting close on Tuesday next. the 31st instant. PRESENTS OF GAME.—Sir Pryse Pryse, Gogerddan, according to his annual custom, has this year kindly sent to each of the guards, drivers, &c., on the Cambrian Railways a handsome present of game. THE HIGH FARMING IN THE VALE DF LLANGOLLEN has at length reached its climax. The field of barley, which has braved many a storm, has this week been cut, and considerable activity prevails on the part of the owner. It is said the straw .has long been wanted to thatch the hay-ricks which have been oftentimes renched and ociJainated. THE LATE REV. DR. ROBERTS, BLAINA.—The monu- ment to be erected over the grave of the late Rev. Dr. Roberts out of the funds of the Newport Eisteddvod of 1873, is to be unveiled next Monday, at Blaenau Gwent, near Abertillerv. The ceremony will take place at 1.30 p.m., and the Right Hon. Lady Lianover has been invited to unveil the monument. It is expected that there will be a large assemblage of Nefydd's friends on the occasion. DISTRESS AMONGST SHROPSHIRE FARMERS.—An appeal has been made to the public on behalf of the tenant farmers living in Corve Dale, who, by the effects of a thunderstorm, had their entire crops swept away a few weeks back. They have not even got enough left to sow seed, and the Chamber of Agriculture has taken the matter up. At a meeting held at Much Wenlock on Mondav afternoon, it was resolved to organise a public subscription. DEATH OF MRS SCOTT-BANKES.—We regret to announce the death of Mrs Scctt-Bankes, the wife of Mr J. Scott-Bankes, of Soughton Hall, in the county of Flint, and chairman of the Flintshire Quarter Sessions. The death of Mrs Bankes was awfully sudden, as she had been paying visits to some of her friends in the neighbourhood the day previously. The deceased lady was a daughter of the late Sir John Jervis, who represented Chester in Parliament for several years. Much sympathy is felt for Mr Scott-Bankes and family in their sud- den bereavement. CHURCH AND CHAPEL MUNIFICENCES.—The Dean af Bangor writes Mr John Roberts, in presiding over the late Liberationist meeting in Bangor, spoke of a parish in the neighbourhood of Abergele in which a munificent member of the Church of England had, at great cost, erected a beautiful church. Mr Roberts stated that in the same parish at the same time JB300 had been col- lected by the poor members of a dissenting body for the enlargement of their chapel. Mr Roberts was pleased to contrast these two efforts to the disadvaatage of the Church. I am inclined to think that Mr Roberts has been misled. I have been informed on good authority that out of the £300 expended on the chapel, £150 was borrowed from, and is still due, to a member of the Church of England. ALLEGED ASSAULT BY COLLIERS AT BAGILLT.— At the special sessions, held at Holywell, on Wednesday, William Pritchard, John Morgan, John David Evans, and William Reece, colliers, engaged at the Bellisfield Collieries, Bagillt. were brought up under warrant charged with having assaulted another collier named Wilhams. It appeared that arrangements had been made for resuming work on Monday morning by some of the colliers out on strike, but about 100 of them refused to do so. The complainant was preparing to go down the pit, when, it was alleged, defendants threw bricks and ashes at him, and one of them struck him across the back with a piece of timber. The magistrates said that .the assault not having been fully proved against the defendants, they could only bind them over in the sum of £5 to keep the peace for the ensuing six months. The court was crowded with colliers during the hearing, and one of the justices warned them that if any one should be brought before them for intimidation the most severe sentence possible would be passed.
DENBIGH
DENBIGH VEGETABLE SHOW.—A splendid display of roots and vegetables took place at the annual show at the White Lion Inn, on Thursday evening. There was a very large attendance of visitors, and all expressed them- selves highly pleased with the vegetables. ENTERTAINMENT TO THE FIBE BRIGADE AND POLICE.—His Worship the Mayor provided a most sumptuous entertainment for the members of the fire brigade and police, on Thursday evening. The former dined at the Bull Hotel, and the latter at the Royal Oak. A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE RECToR.-The family of the late rector have received from the committee of the North Wales Lunatic Asylum a letter, of which the following is a copy" That the committee have heard with deep regret of the death of the chaplain of the Asylum, and they desire to record their high apprecia- tion of his services durius the long period of 21 years, and also his attention and constant kindness to the inmates. The committee now beg to express to the widow and family of the late lamented chaplain their sympathy and condolence. Signed. John Robinson, clerk to the visitors." ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL.—The annual harvest festival was held at St. Mary's Church, on Thursday. The sacred edifice was magnificently decorated. The lectern was beautifully adorned, the pedestal being entwined with flowers, on the stand was a bed of moss, ferns and flowers, in the centre of which was a cross composed ef the choicest grapes; this was the work of the Misses Roberts, Caedil. The font was a special object of admiration. It was profusely adorned, the pedastals being entwined, and the body of the font surrounded with splendid wreathes of all kinds of choice flowers, evergreens, &c. From the edge there rose a stand about 3 feet high covered with flowers, and from the eentre of this an artistic basket of flowers was suspended; whilst on the water lay the cross composed of flowers and evergreens. The whole of this work was executed by Miss Robinson, the Asylum. The Communion Table, which was covered with the beautiful cloth, was choicely adorned. In the centre was a massive stand of fruits and flowers, on either side being miniature sheaves of grain surrounded by flowers and very fine fruit. Mrs. Robinson and Miss Pugh, the Asylum, did this share of the work. The present temporary dado on either side of the reredos was splendidly decorated- Very pretty devices were placed in the centre whilst a border of exquisite design surrounded the whole; the blending of flowers and grain was excellent; the whole having a very pretty effect from all parts of the church. Mrs. and the Misses Gold Edwards carried out this portion of the work, as well as the pretty decorations on the altar rail, ill being much admired. The pulpit was prettily idornod, and the gasaliers were entwined with wreaths jhe summits being adorned with fine fruits. Devices were placed in various positions in the church which is a whole presented a beautiful appearance. The adies previously mentioned were assisted by Mrs B. B. fones, Park-street; Miss Griffiths, late of Llanynys, and the gardner from GwaenynogHall. The services ef the day commenced with Holy Communion at 8 a.m. English service was held at 11. The service was full choral; prayers being intoned by the Rev. Z. W, Vaughan. The Psalms specially arranged were chanted by the choir. The lessons were read by the llev E. Smart, the newly appointed rector. Goss' anthem "O taste and see," from the 8, 9 and 10 verses, was well rendered by the. choir; as were also special hyrnins. The latter portion of prayers were read by the Rev. L. A. Lewis- The sermon was preached by the L. Williams, rector of-Holywell, (son of Mr. In. Williams, solicitor, Denbigh), from the words "They joyed before Thee according to the joy in harvest," who set forth that though these lestivals were not divinely appointed, they were however. favourably allowed by God. At the close, he said he was there at the request of one now absent (the rector), but whose life was a faithful witness to the truth of the Gospel he preached; and on that occasion, too, they had the privilege of-welcoming in Godly love one at whose presence they rejoiced as another servant raised up to minister before the Lord, and to carry on that great work from which their former minister was so suddenly removed.—The offertory sentences were read by the new rector, who also pronounced the benediction. The offertory was in aid of the funds for the National Church Defence. Major Casson presided at the organ; Mr. Jones acting as choir master. Divine service was held in Welsh in the evening, in the same church, the preacher being the Rev J. Read, curate of Corwen. There were good congregations on each occasion. THE FORTHCOMING MUNICIPAL CONTEST. The contest for the seats vacant on the first of November bids fair to be one of the keenest and at the same time most interesting that has taken place in the town for many years. Of the four retiring members all seek re-election excepting Mr David Griffiths. As a rule contests in Denbigh are never conducted on political grounds hence Radical and Tory work together in favour of a candidate who is a personal friend or whose views on sccial questions they approve. Generally several can- didates join together, but on this occasion every tub stands on its own bottom." There are several very important questions before the Council such as the widening of streets, the erection of a smith- field, the thorough drainage of the town. and as all these matters require earnest, careful consideration the ratepayers would do well to select thorough men of business, whose knowledge of local affairs and ability to deal with questions of finance are well known. We append a list of the candidates with the names of those ratepayers supporting them:— Mr John Armor (whose address appears in our advertising columns) is a thorough man of business and for nine years he has served the ratepayers most faithfully. We have every confidence that he will in the future watch the interests of the borough carefully and retain the confidence of the electors. We believe his re-election is certain. He is pro- posed by Isaac Williams, Vale-street; seconded by John Knowles, Vale-street; and supported by W. Edwards, High-street, R. Arthur Da vies, draper, Henry Joyce, jeweller, W. A. Nott, bookseller, Daniel Parry Williams, grocer, Charles Cottom, Guardian Office, John R. Denman, a.nd H. Hughes, draper. Mr John Harrison Jones is one of the most practical men in the Council, he thoroughly con- siders every question brought before the board and often renders intelligent and valuable assistance in dealing with difficult questions. He appeals in his address, published in the Guardian, to the electors on the ground of past services and long residence amongst them. He deserves vigorous support. for his non-election would be a real loss to the council. He is proposed by Alderman Parry Jones, seconded by Councillor Evan Thomas, and supported by Isaac Williams, Edward Angel, Robt. Parry, draper, Charles Cottom. Vale-stfeet, W. Lloyd, Vale-street, Owen Roberts, Vale-street, Alder- man John Davies, and S. S. Jones. Mr T G. Lunt, who was elected three years ago, at the head of the poll, has served his supporters thoroughly well, and on questions of finance which require careful dealing his service and influence are very valuable. He is entitled to the confidence of all the ratepayers. He is proposed by Dr J. R. Hughes, seconded by J. S. Jones, and supported by David Jones, coal merchant, R. A. Davies, W. H. Parry, brewer, Robert Williams, Vale-street, Thomas Evans, High-street, Wm. Price Jones, Robert Edwards, High-street, and Thomas Ash- ford. Mr R. Humphrey Roberts, solicitor, comes forward for the first time at the request of a very influential deputation. His election would benefit the council in many ways, and his legal knowledge would at this particular crisis in town affairs be especially valuable. We believe he has every prospect of success. His proposer is Mr T. Gold Edward, seconder, Hugh Jones, grocer; and surporters, Emrwys Evans, Cotton Hall, R. C. B. Clough, surveyor, John Roberts, grocer, W. Bassett, W. Pierce, Factory Ward, W. Williams, Beacon's-hill, Thomas Millward, Accre Las, and James Jones, grocer, Henllan. We hear that he will receive the support of the farmers, dealers, and others. Mr William Morris had a seat in the council for two years, but was defeated at the last election and also at a special contest in the month following. After being repeatedly pressed to come forward again he does so. In his address he opposes the smithfield lest it should injure the fairs and trade of the town. When in the council he gave much time and attention to the business, and we believe through his efforts saving was effected in one or two departments. As a persevering man of business his services are valuable. He is proposed by B. Holgate, High-street; seconded by Ellis Williams, draper; and supported by Alfred Ashford, Thomas Ashford, Thos. Roberts, High-street, D. P. Williams, B. Millichip, Rd. Parry, draper, John Knowles, and W. A. Nott. Mr David Jones is a very plucky young candi- date, and if he loses on this occasion will, no doubt, live to fight another battle. He is supported by a most influential section of the ratepayers, and thoucrh as yet only a young tradesman, he is a spirited man of business, and has an interest in the welfare of the borough. He is proposed by Alder- man Evan Pierce, M.D.; seconded by Alderman John Davies and supported by Edward Angel, Councillor T. G. Lunt. Robert Parry, Councillor J. S. Jones, Councillor F. Foulkes, John Knowles, John Jones, Bank Place, and John Roberts, 35, Vale-street. Mr Robert Davies, whose appeal to the rate- payers is published in to-day's Guardian, states that he comes forward by the request of several ratepayers, and claims the support of the electors on the ground that a life long residence in the borough has given him an intimate knowledge of its affairs, which will enable him to watch the interests of all and seek to keep down expenditure and rates. His proposer is Councillor F. Foulkes, seconder Councillor J. Symonds Jones, and sup- porters Andrew James, William Price. D. Parry Williams. John Parry. Beacon's Hill, W. Bassett, David Hamer, W. Williams, Beacon's Hill, and Robert Green, High-street. Thus there are seven candidates for four seats, and in the scramble for places it is just possible the best men will be left out in the cold. The ratepayers should well weigh the issues before them, and send to the Council the men likely to carry out the true interests of the borough. The election takes place on Wednesday, at the County Hall, Denbigh, and the National Schoolroom, Henllan, the Mayor being the presiding officer. All the candidates have issued addresses, and are actively canvassing the ratepayers. Of course a public meeting will be held to enable them to meet the ratepayers. Cannot such a meeting be held this Saturday evening, in the assembly room?
RUTHIN.
RUTHIN. THE MAYOR'S ANNUAL BANQUET. His Worship the Mayor of Ruthin (R. G. Ellis, Esq.) gave his annual banquet on Wednesday evening at the Castle Hotel. The banqueting room was magnificently deco rated under the personal supervision of Mrs Brad- bury, to whom great praise was accorded by the Mayor and his guests. Artistic mottoes ran along the ends and sides of the room; one wishing health and happiness to the Mayor. At the end of the room was a representation of the Mayor's crest and motto, whilst pretty banners, stars, and other de- vices were choicely arranged, and that. so to give an admirable effect to the entire room. Choice plants were placed on pedestals, whilst the tables were beautifully adorned. The ba^uet was of the mest recherche description, comprfflng everything in season, very artistic copies of the menu printed in gold being provided by Mr W. Green, junior. His Worship the Mayor presided. Alderman Thomas Jones being in the vice-chair, and the company included :—Alderman J. R. Jenkins, M.D., Alderman John Jenkins, Councillors Wm. Green, R. J. Roberts, John Hughes, R. P. Davies, R. G. J8yce, Hugh Jones, Dr Ellis, Edward Edwards (ex-Mayor), Robert Edwards, Edward Evans, Leonard Parry, Wm. Owen, Mr LI. Adams (magis- trates' clerk), Mr W. Lloyd (town clerk), Mr John Jones (borough treasurer), Messrs W. Edwards and Thomas Edwards (auditors), Messrs David Jones and W. Green, junior (assessors), Mr C. Goodman Jones (borough surveyor), and the representatives of the Press. Mr Wood, harpist, Llangollen, played a good selection of music during the evening. After dinner the usual loyal toasts were honoured. Dr Jones proposed The Bishop and Clergy of all denominations," which was acknowledged b.y Dr Ellis, of Clwyd Bank, who remarked if they were many in name they were one in work. Comic song, The lost child," Mr Atwell (great applause). Dr Jenkins proposed "the army navy, and auxiliary forces," to which Captain LI. Adams replied, and said that in all probability the army would he away from the country on active service, and it was very likely the reserve forces would prove that they were something' more than persons on paper and be able to guard their country. With a view of seeing the real strength of the forces, enquiries had been made from him as captain of that corps by the Government. Mr John Jenkins gave the Lord-Lieutenant and the magistrates of the county." Dr Thomas Jones proposed "the county and borough members," for whom he had the greatest personal regard, and he thought they were all good men and hoped they should not change them (ap- plause). Comic song, Mr Atwell. Dr Jenkins proposed the toast of the evening, and said: I have the great honour to be allowed to propose the health of our much respected Mayor (applause), with whom I have been intimately acquainted for the last forty yesrs. An intimate friendship through all those years has given me ample opportunity of knowing what a kind neigh- bour and friend our mayor is (applause). As a townsman we have none more valuable and kind, as an employer of labour we cannot find a better, nor a kinder man amongst his family and friends (applause). He has finished now, I believe, his fifth year in the office of mayor, and I think we should never tire of our worthy friend in the chair for no better man of business can be found, added to which is his great cordiality, generosity, and liberality which causes him to be highly esteemed by everybody in the town (applause). He trusted that in a short time hence they should find their esteemed friend willing to fill again that office, the duties of which he had so ably discharged (ap- plause). The toast was received with all honours. The Mayor, in returning thanks, expressed the pleasure it gave him to feel that he had the con- fidence of his townsmen. Ever since he had been amongst them as a public man it had been his earnest endeavour to promote the welfare of the town, and he could assure them that he should con- tinue to follow that course. He thanked them heartily for their kind recognition of his services (applause). Mr Wm. Green gave" The Town and Trade of Ruthin." and had great pleasure in doing so, be- cause he could speak "well of it (applause). Mr Wm. Edwards replied, remarking that they all ought to study how to cultivate and improve it. The tradespeople had, however, one serious cause of complaint, and that was the railway accommo- dation afforded (applause). They were debarred from getting away from town early or coming into it late (hear, hear). They could not get to Corwen after four in the afternoon, nor to Denbigh after six, and he compared the position of Ruthin and Corwen in this respect. He hoped a brighter day was coming, and that Mr Adams' scheme would be completed to Cerrigydruidion, which would no doubt produce alterations (applause). Ruthin was entitled to ask for better accommodation, for if they only considered the Mayor's trade and that done by the other company they were deserving of consideration—(applause)—for Mr Ellis himself paid an enormous sum per year to the railway com- pany, and yet if a person wanted to go from Ruthin to Liverpool and back in one day he could not do so if he had any business requiring a little time in Liverpool. It was time they got up a strong peti- tion to the authorities on the subject (applause). The Town Clerk (Mr W. Lloyd) proposed The Press," remarking that in years gone bye it was the luxury of the rich, now it was the necessity of the middle and working classes. He thanked the representatives of the press for their recogni- tion of that civic feast, n The toast having been responded to, Dr Jones, in proposing "the health of the Mayoress," remarked that he had known her and her family for many year3, and could speak most highly of their many virtues. He knew that Mrs Ellis was in every way worthy of the Mayor, and that was saying a great deal (applause). The toast was received with much applause, to which were added cheers for Miss and the Messrs Ellis. The Mayor returned thanks, and was very thank- ful to see his wife and children so much respected by his fellow townspeople (applause). The Mayor said they had drunk Major West's health as coupled with the magistrates, but it was his pleasure that they should drink to" the health of Mr and Mrs West" in their private capacity, as members of a much respected family resident amongst them (applause). Mr Adams proposed "the health of the new Town Clerk," who, he was perfectly satisfied, would discharge the duties of his office to the satisfaction of the Council, and the credit of himself (applause). He hoped his career would be a long and successful one, for although his friend successfully opposed him»in the Town Clerkship, yet he wished him success in the profession he had adopted (applause). The Town Clerk said his best endeavours would be put forth to carry out his duties not only to the satisfaction of the Council but the ratepayers generally (applause). Dr Thomas Jones proposed a vote of thanks to Mr and Mrs Bradbury, for the splendid repast provided by the order of their worthy Mayor. His Worship also tendered personal thanks to Mrs Bradbury for the excellent manner in 'which she had carried out his orders and provided for his guests. Mr Bradbury suitably responded. Dr Jenkins proposed The health of the late Town Clerk," and referred to the services he had rendered to the Council and the town; services of such importance that they could never repay him. He was glad some slight recognition of his worth had been given by his election to the Council with- out opposition (applaus). Mr Edwards said he was now just where he was 28 years ago, when he became a member of the Council, and from that time to this he had never been out of the Council. After serving as Councillor eight years, he became Town Clerk, which office he filled 18 years, and necessarily he must have ac- quired an amount of practical knowledge about the affairs of the town (applause). After so long a con- nection, a violent severence from the Council would have been painful to his feelings, and he could assure them that, having been elected to the office of Councillor, any knowledge he possessed should be placed at the service of the town (applause). Alderman John Jenkins gave The health of Dr J ones," whom he considered a perfect gentleman, nd a most convivial spirit (applause). Dr Jones responded. The Mayor gave Our next merry meeting," and thanked the company most cordially for their kind- ness in honouring his festive board, and wished them much future prosperity. Thus closed a most happy and convivial gather- ing. On Thursday evening, hi3 Worship entertain d a most excellent dinner the members of the and police force, under the presidency of Captain B. Joyce.
ST. ASAPH.
ST. ASAPH. THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL.—It seems that the state ment that Sir W. Granville Williams had subscribed £250 to the funds of the Grammar School is inaccurate, the real facts being that Sir Granville has offered to subscribe 7* per cent. upon the total outlay up to any sum not exceeding £3,000. BOARD OF GFARDIANS.—Present: Mr Brownlow W. Wynne, chairman Mr W. M. Clarke, vice- chairman; Rev T. Williams, Messrs John Vaughan, John Price, rr. G. Lunt, Joseph Whitehouse, J. E. Oldfield, Hugh Williams, E. Vaughan, E. P. Jones, William Bell, T. Winston, John Pierce, &c. There was not the slightest business of any interest. The out-relief for the past fortnight was £308 2s Id, cheques for the ensuing fortnight d6305, balance in the hands of the treasurer £1,47817s..
BRYMBO.
BRYMBO. TRIPLE BIRTH.—On Monday last, the wife of Mr Speake, pointsman on the Great Western Railway at Brymbo crossing, gave birth to three very fine children— two girls and a boy, all of whom are doing well, An application has been made by Dr Sandford, the surgeon in attendance, for the usual Queen's bounty, which will doubtless be forwarded in due course. GOOOD TEMPLAR ENTERTAINMENT.—On Friday last, an open session I.O.G.T. was held in^Broughton Reading Room, when an excellent programme" all gone through by the members of the Excelsior Juvenile Templars, nnder the presidency of Mr James Price, Summerhill. Several addresses were also delivered bv fiiends of the order, and altogether a very pleasant evening was spent. The pro- ceeds are to form the nucleus of a fund to assist the in- valids of the order in visiting the sea-side as occasion requires. The aecompaniments were played on the harmonium by Sister Mary E. Williams, a juvenile. LITERART MSBTING.—A literary and competition I meeting, the second of the series, was held in the Taber- nacle, on Monday evening, nnder the presidency of the Bev J. Davies. After the opening hymn by the audience, Mrs Hughes gave The Old House at Home," in very fine style, which was followed by a competition in read- ing a piece given at the time, for children under 10 years. Seven competed, the best being John Williams. Then came a song by Miss M. E. Rowlands, "Fe ddaw Llewelyn etto 'n ol," which gave much satisfaction. A recitation by Edward Davies, The Schoolboy," caused much mirth; after which there was a song by Mr James Harries, Nance y Glyn." The next on the programme was a competition, in an impromptu speech, on a subject given at the time, The hooter," when 14 competed and the prize was awarded to Mr Edward Hughes (Naut). This was followed by a song by Miss Lizzie Williams, The Gipsy's Warning," and then John Williams read The untidy house." b* competition in singing Y Bwthyn yn nghanol y wlad" followed, when six com- peted, the prize being awarded to Mr Thos. Evans. The next on the programme was a debate on "Water and Fire," a subject given at the last meeting. The parties who appeared to be the best debators were Mr Samuel Williams and companion. A duet, "Y deryn pur," by Mrs Hughes and Miss Lizzie Matthews, was ell rendered and elicited much applause. For the best essay on the History of Joseph," the prize was awarded to Mr R. T. Williams, the second being much commended by the adjudicators. A song by Miss E. Rowlands, Chvi,,) y cadach gwyn," terminated the programme. The enter- tainment was most interesting and enjoyable throughout, and proved quite a treat to the large audience assembled, the chapel being quite full. The adjudicators were the Rev J. Davies, and Messrs Samuel Roberts and Pryce Jones. A vùte of thanks to the chairman and adjudi- cators brought the proceedings to a close. In connection with these meetings it was announced that the Rev J. Davies would very shortly deliver a lecture on The Re- ligion of the Turk." The proceeds of the entertainments are transferred to the funds of the Christmas Eisteddvod. SPECIAL SERMONS AT ST. MART'S.—On Sunday last, special sermons were preached at St. Mary's, in aid of the Additional Curates' Society, a society which has for its object the gathering into Christ's fold the thousands in this country who are as sheep having no shepherd, by the employment of additional curates in large and outlying districts. In the morning the Rev. Robert Blakeston, M.P., organizing secretary, preached a very impressive sermon. The evening ser- mon was preached by the Rev. D. Edwards, B.A., Incumbent of Berse, who selected for his text Genesis 12th chapter, 3rd verse, And I will bless thee and make thy name great, and thou shall be a blessing." There was a very good attendance at both of the services. On Mom'ty evening a meeting was held in the Boys' National School to hear an address from the deputation of the Parent Society. The chair was occupied by the Rev. W. Jones, vicar. The meeting was opened with singing and prayer, and then the Chairman made a few observations on the labours of the society, remarking that since 1857 it had made a grant towards the employment of one curate in the parish, and had for some time made a grant for two to this parish alone.—Mr Clayton, the district secretary of the society, then read the list of subscriptions collected in the parish, which amounted to nearly £ 27. He remarked that the attendance of so many at the meeting was a proaf of the sympathy they had with the society in its endeavours to christianise the heathen in this country, and that the evil which exists in this parish was still greater in large towns, and regretted that the means to accomplish such noble ends was very inadcqulltethe money which was lavished on all sides, and sometimes on vice and insobriety, would, if added to the subscriptions, show a very material increase at the close of the year, and enable the society to carry on its efforts.—The Rev. Robert Blakeston, M.A., the deputa- tion from the parent society, then gave a very interesting address on the operations of the society in large towns. A voxe of thanks to the deputation was proposed by the Rev. J. W. Jones, curate of Bwlchgwyn, and seconded by Mr Astley. The collections at the services and -meetings amounted in the aggregate to £4 9s 5d. Singing and the benediction brought the meeting to a close.
CHIRK.
CHIRK. SHOOTING COMPETITION.—On Monday last, the members of the 7th company of Denbighshire Rifle Volunteeers held their prize shooting at the range in the park adjoining Chirk Castle. The weather was very dull and rather unfavourable for target practice. There was a goodly muster ot visitors, the fair sex being well re- presented. The shooting was conducted by Col.-Sergt. J. PhcBnix and Lieut. Barrat. who was also present, entertained the men to an excellent luncheon on the ground, provided by Mr Griffiths, of the Hand Inn. Subjoined is'the result of the shooting:- FIRST COMPETITION. PRIZES 'amounting to f5, given by Lieutenant-Colonel Sir W. W. Wynn, Bart,, M.P,, to be shot for at 200 and 500 yards. Five shots. Points. L s. d. Private T.Jones. 36 1 10 0 Sergeant S. Edwards 36 10 0 Private S. Clark 30 0 17 6 11 R.James. 28 0 15 0 11 John Roberts 27 0 10 0 Q.M. Sergt. T. Evans 25 0 5 0 Private T. Povey 22 0 2 6 SECOND COMPETITION. FOB RECHUITS.— Prizes amounting to £ 1 10s Od, obtained by subscriptions, to be shot for at 200 yards. Five shots. Points. L s. d. Private P. Allmand 15 0 12 6 „ E. Edwards 12 0 8 0 „ D. Davies 11 0 5 0 W. Davies 9 0 2 6 11 E. Meredith 7 0 2 0
THIRD COMPETITION.
THIRD COMPETITION. A GOLD MEDAL and £ 3 3s 0d in money, divided into six prizes, to be shot for at £ 200 and 50!) yards. Five shots. Points. ;C a. d. Lieutenant Barrat (gold medal). 34 1 0 0 Q.M. Sergeant Evans. 30 0 15 0 Private T. Jones 27 0 7 6 J. Harris 2.5 0 S 7 „ E. Clark 24 0 5 0 FOURTH COMPETITION. PRIZE for married men, a time-piece given by Lieutenant Barrat, and a leg of mutton, given by Mr Griffiths, Cross Keys, Chirk. Five shots at 200 yards. Private E. Clark 17 I W. Roberts 15 I A PRIZE for single men, a gold pen, given by Lieutenant Barrat, was won by Private E. Edwards, with 13 points.
RUABON.
RUABON. Is THE PARISH OF RUABON REALLY A BANKRUPT.— Mr Richard Bowen, Rock Hall, Cefn, writes to us under this head. He says the parish will have contracted a debt for the School Board, when all the schools are erected, to the extent of Y,20,000, and the cost of work- ing the schools will be JJ800 per annum. The interest will add another £1,600 to the amount and the mortgages for sewage purposes will be about £20,0 Ii!. Then there are chapel debts, heavy debts in the shopkeepers' books, and the turnpike roads will soon fall upon the parish. In all the liabilities may be set down at X95,000, whilst the rateable value is onll £ 36,000. THE WREXHAM EXHIBITION.—On Saturday last about sixty members of the 2nd D.R.V., visited the Art Treasures Exhibition at Wrexham, at the expense of the officers of the corps, viz., Captain Lawton Roberts and Lieutenaat Hughes. The men assembled in Park-street, at half past three, under the command of the above- named officers, and marched to the railway station. Upon reaching Wrexham they went at once to the exhibition. They all seemed to be very much gratified by their visit, and returned home in good spirits by the nine p.m. train. From the station the men were marched to the Duke of Wellington Inn, where the officers had ordered a substantial cold collation, which was well terved. The Captain and Lieutenant made some capital speeches, and Corporal Stanford obliged the company with a few songs. Three times three were givon for the Captain and his brother officer. MISS WILLIAMS WYNN'S SCHOOL, WYNNSTA Y.- The usual distribution of prizes in the above school took place last Tuesday, when there was a large attendance of theparents of the children. From the report of the Diocesan Inspector, a copy of which we subjoin, it will be seen that this school still maintains its high state of efficiency. In order to encou- rage the children in their studies. Lady Williams Wynn, with her characteristic liberality, kindly awarded the following prizesTo each child in the first class recommended by the Inspector, £1; to those in the second Class, 10s; to those in the third class, 5s; and to those in the fourth class. 2s 6d. In addition to these prizes each child in the school (all of whom are members of Miss Williams Wynn's Clothing Club) whose attendance and conduct had been satisfactory, received a bonus of 2s 6d. The number on the register is at present 89. The report is as follows :—" This school maintains its high state of efficiency. The whole school is most carefully taught, and the greatest praise is due to all who impart religious in- struction therein." The Inpector's remarks, in detail, state that all the day scholars attend the Sunday schools, the average attendance during the year being 61. It is superin- tended by the Rev. S. Wilson, and there are six teachers. Thirty scholars attended the every day school during the winter months. Reporting on the various subjects taught in the day school the Inspector pronounces his opinion as fol- lows :-General quality of religious knowledge, very good;" repetition, "excellent;" discipline and tone, "excellent;" schoolin regard to religious instruction as a whole, "excellent." No children have been withdrawn from the religious instruc- tion classes. The report on the secular subjects is of the most satisfactory nature, and shews that the efforts of Lady Williams Wynn to provide a really good school for the children on the estate are crowned with the best results.
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Lieutenant-General Sir Thomas Steele, commanding at Aldershot, has unveiled a window erected to the memory of General Sir James Hope Grant in the New Wesleyan Church, Aldershot. The church, built at a cost ot about £10,000, was opened by the Rev, Morley Punshon. O'.Leary the Irish-American pedestrian, on Saturday successfully accomplished his task of beating Weston, who walked 500 miles in six days. O'Leary covered the same distance in nearly an hour's less time than his rival. BREAKFAST.—Epps's Cocoa.—Grateful andComforting —By a thorough knowledge of the natural laws which govern the operations of digestion and nairition, and by a careful application of the fine properties of well-selected cocoa, Mr Epps has provided our breakfast tabled with a delicately flavoured beverage which may save us many heavy doctors' bills. Civil Service Gazette. Made simply with boiling water or milk. Sold by grocers in packets only, labelled "James Epps and Co., Homoeo- pathic Chemists, 48, Tbreadneedle Street, and 170, Pic- adilly; Works Euston road London. 6721 ADVICE TO MOTHERS !-Are you broken in your rest by a sick child suffering with the pain of cutting teeth ? Go at once to a chemist and get a bottle of MRS. WIN,SLOW'S SOOTHING SYRUP. It will relieve the paor sufferer immediately. It is lerfeotly harm less and pleasant to taste, it produces i_atural, quiet sleep, by relieving the child from pain, and the little cherub awakes as bright as a button." It soothes the child, it softens the gums, allays all pain, relieves wind, regulates the bowels, and is the best known remedy for dysentery and diarrnoea, whether arising from teething or othe.1 causes. Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup is sold tv Medicine j^ervwhere at Is 1Jd per bcfc:r=. VI 1 jutaotareU :& XS ew Ý. orK, and at 4\ ^Xiora- t r -e' Lor. ton. A Dishonest Practice.-For the sake of extra profi some unprincipled tradesmen, when asked for Reckitt's Ppjris Blue in Squares, substitute inferior kinds in the same form. The Paris Blue, "as used in the Prince of Wales's Laundry," is now so universally esteemed for its splendid quality—above I all other blues-that it is important to observe it is only genuine when sold in squares, wrapped up in pink paperboar. ing I. Ueckitt and Son's name and trade mark. Kefuse all blue which is not so wrapped,
FOOTBALL.
FOOTBALL. The fixtures for the season are inserted free of charge, and should reach this office as early a possible. To-day (Saturday), there will be a scratch match between the Wrexham First eleven v Remainder of Club. There is every prospect of its beino- n well- contested game. We understand the club will play in their new colours in this match, viz.:—Scarlet and black jersey and stockings, white knicker- bockers, and blue caps. WKEXHAM.—The match arranged for Saturday last, between the Banks and Insurance Offices 11 The Town fell through, owing to several of the members belonging to the former being away. However, as the match was only arranged to make the practices a little more attractive, there was not much difficulty in getting matters straight. Mr A. Davies, and Mr E. Evans, junr., chose sides, and being very evenly balanced a good afternoon's practice was the result, Mr Evans' team winning by two goals to one. FATAL FOOTBALL ACCIDENT.-On Saturday after- noon last a match at football was played between the members of the Stockport and the Grasshopper Football Clubs, on the ground of the former. One of the Stockport team, a young man named Barlow, kicked off" after "half time," and rushing in pursuit of the ball he came into violent collision with one of the players on the opposite side. Bar- lolv-, who was a strong and active man, fell to the ground. He, however, speedily arose and declared himself all right." During Sunday he became rapidly worse, and on Monday morning he died. NORTH WALES V THE BIRMINGHAM AND DISTRICT ASSOCIATION.—On Saturday next the representatives of North Wales will meet their opponents at Bir- mingham, and we heartily wish them success. This will be the first match played under the auspice3 of the North Wales District Football Association. Should it result in a victory for North Wales it will 3timulate the association to still further exertions, and should the fates be not propitious, we trust that the members will not be dispirited but strive to profit by their experience. In the evening the rival teams will dine together, the visitor being the guests of their opponents. We shall be able to give the names of the North Wales eleven in our next issue, and as the association embraces the border counties, we hope to see some good ones amongst them.
FIXTURES FOR 1 8 76-77. NORTH…
FIXTURES FOR 1 8 76-77. NORTH WALES. Nov. 4, v. Birmingham and District Association, at Birming- ham. Nov. 18, v. Sheffield Association, at Wrexham. Jan. 14, v. Sheffield Association, at Sheffield. Feb. 10, v. Birmingham and District Association, at Wrex- ham. lt WREXHAM. Oct. 28, 1st Eleven v. Remainder of Club, at Wrexham. Nov. 4, v. Oswestry Town Club, at Wrexham. Nov. 11, v. St. Oswald's (Oswestry), at Oswestry. Dec. 2. v. Druids (Plasmadoc), at Wrexham. i Dec. 16, v. St. Oswald's, at Wrexham. Jan. 6, v. Druids (Plasmadoc), at Plasmadoc Park. t ==
HUNTING.i-.
HUNTING. SIR W. W. WYNN'S HOUNDS WILL MEET ON Monday, October 30 .Greddington Tuesday, October 31 .Acton Friday. November 3 Carden Saturday, November 4 Boreatton Each day at 10.30. THE FLINT AND DENBIGH HOUNDS WILL MEET ON Tuesday, October 31 Bodrhyddau Friday, November 3 Bettwa Tuesday, November 7.The Kennels, Kinmel Friday, November 10 Colwyn Each day at 10.30. THE SHREWSBURY HOUNDS WILL MEET ON Monday, October 30 Holly Coppice Wednesday, November 1 Condover Hall At 11. Friday, November 3 Atcham Bridge At 11-45. THE ALBRIGHTON HOUNDS WILL MEET ON Tuesday, October 31 Weston At 10.30. Thursday. November 2 Compton, near Kinver At 11. Saturday, Noven4ber 4 Spread Eagle At 10.30. THE FLINTS Hi HARRIERS WILL ME BT ON Tuesday, October 31 Loggerheads Friday. November 3.Padeswood Station Monday, November 6 Tryddyn Saturday, November 11 Nauuerch Station Each day at 11. THE TANAT SIDE HARRIERS WILL MEET ON Tuesday, October 24 Rau,-hton. Friday, October 27 Redwith Bridge. Each day at 11. THE MARQUESS OF LONDONDERRY'S HARRIERS WILL MEET ON Monday, October 3D Darowen Each day at 10. TEE SEVERN VALLEY HARRIERS WILL MEET ON Wednesday, November 1 Abermule Saturday, November 4 Montgomery Station Tuesday, November 7 Llyssen, Llanerfel Friday, November 10 .Aberbechan Toll Gate Each day at 10.30. THE VALE OF CLWVD HARRIERS WILL MEET ON Wednesday, November 1 .Axton Saturday, November 4 Voel Gassedd Wednesday, November 8.Goraedd Saturday, November 11 Llanynys Each day at 11.
PEDESTRIANISM.
PEDESTRIANISM. At the conclusion of football, on Saturday last, the following races were run off, the last race being run in the dark:— A footrace of one mile, for .£1 a side, between Lawrence Corrigan and John Williams, both of Wrexham. In passing the stand the first time Corrigan led by a yard, and this position was main- tained until coming near Plasgoch, when Williams got on even terms with Corrigan, and they kept in this order until coming into the straight, when Willian s took a slight lead, and increasing the pace held the lead throughout, winning by a few inches. A footrace of 120 yards, for -62 a side, between W Rigg- and Morris Jones, both of the Pentre, the latter being allowed two yards. Rigg fell at the start, thus enabling Morris to get a strong lead, but Rigg, getting himself together again, persevered, and gained on Morris every yard, but he could not make up the lost ground, Morris winning by twelve yards. A footrace of 120 yards, for 10s a side, between Richard Owen, Brymbo, and Joseph Williams, Pentre Broughton. After two or three attempts, owing to Owen being very lively on the scratch, both men were dispatched to a capital start. When a dozen yards had been cohered, Owen held a slight lead, which he maintained throughout, winning a well-contested race by half a yard. °
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