The Montgomery County Times and Shropshire and Mid-Wales Advertiser

THE SUN AND STARS. The UNIVEBSITY EXTENSION LECTURES. Lectn V16 se"es of University Extension medinf^J^8 delivered on Wednesday, in the Inter- coms e. bool, by Dr Fison. The subject of the first lc .f8 and Stars, and the title of the Was fa' iUFe Was ^ifeof a Star. The attendance Wednp^rK as compared with previous years, day fnS nilgbt be supposed to be not so good a thev v,r *ectul'es as Thursday, on which day change^I beld in previous years, but the The Wt 1 D°k aPPreciably affect the attendance, medint, are being this year held in the Inter- MUSPHJ. I° ?.°,\as fcbe Art Room in the Powysland neceRs- • u d|ng cannot be easily darkened, a with ,dly Condit'on, as the lectures are illustrated at th;aU) 9^n s''de8. The majority of these slides grant Jf6SUre 1wer«.diagrams but two photo- and ti, f. cebulaB in Orion were remarkably fine admirof- aiK lPnce shared to some extent in the stvle io 100 efPresfed by the lecturer, Dr Fison's SDeaks P°Pu'ar' his language somewhat florid, he distino^6^ rapidly aud bis enunciation is not very IStlll.Ct, In order that the class may follow him 6 do well to give a little more ana scientifi^'t naines as Bessel of Konigsberg it worth whil«r?8' w'bich those who think assZ^ J t0 PatCend the class cannot be assumed to be perfectly fatniliar. Ifc waa dis. the W P°P f however and although knowledge on exnhis hearers he did not attempt scientific xplanations above the capac.ty Df upper boys in duced th-rme<Jlat° Haying eloquently intro- bodL« of 8U! F he fxPlalDed fchat Slai"8 are suns, oaies closely resembling our own sun and the ast part of the lecture was devoted to an explana- lon or (tow those suns have been built ut> ont or nebnlie. But tirst he explained that it has been JlUn Possible to measure th? distance of the fif^r« earth, by taking the diameter ^.cex; ia^tvlo 01 as the base of a triangle whose angles. The mathe^r TasurinS the adJaceilt bletri the lecturer ,knowledge of thl9 Pr°- the difficulty that hkd been' h6 exPlained fully i*g the angles on account^f8tX}ipenci,ced in stars, the two sides of thl £ ?„ re1mo.te!iess of tl?e parallel. From a tabular st, g iemg n6a y screen, it appeared that the diT"1 hbrovv" on the (U,e ncareB^tar) fr„m Ce, the distance of the sun, *hil M J of Viga, the most remote, i9 6 OOOnnn^r that of the sun, and its br gitn^°?'??° ,moS that of the sun. What this d'L* T" brought home to the minds of his heirpr-'8 16 clearly by the illustration that light travplf m°rf J, 187,000 a 8 Jtt years to travel from Centauri to the earth He detailed the see-saw of opinion on the subiect of the nebula;, which have at length been demonstra- ted to be matter in a gaseous state—incandescent gas, in fact. How this had been proved by spectrum analysis the lecturer clearly explained The two photographs of the nebula in the constel- lation of Orion were thrown on the screen and Dr Fison drew attention to the triapeziuui of stars in the nebula and referring also to the nebula of Andromeda explained. on what grounds it is believed that these nebulae are stars in process of formation by the condensation of the gases. After the close of the lecture he gave directions for the pending in of the questions he proposed, the firft three the syllabus.

BEREIEW. WESLKYAN, BAND OF HOVK.—The Rev J. G. Oats presided over a well attended meeting of the Band of Hope on Tuesday. An excellent pro- gramme was provided, and carried through by the following: M. A. Brownett, D. Harding, A. Evans, G. Brownett, B. Benyon, 1". Williams and the Chairman. There was a large number present, and the proceedings were much enioyed. PETTY SESSIONS, Saturday.—Before Major Cor- bett-Winder and Capt Johnes.—John Wills, I erney, was summoned by Robert Tomley, Montgomery, for not sending his child to school regularly. Fined Is including costs.—William Davies, Ferney, and William Ryan, were summoned by P.C. David Davies for breach of the peace opposite the Talbot Inn, on the 10th December last. The case was adjourned for a month for Ryan to pnt in appear- ance.— Sarah Davies, Ferney, was charged by P.C. David Davies with being drunk and disorderly, opposite the Talbot Inn, on the 10th December last. Fined 5s including costs.—William Jones, Rectory, Berriew, was summoned bv P.C. David Davies, for being drunk and disorderly in the village on the Berriew, was summoned by P.C. David Davies, for being drunk and disorderly in the village on the 6th December list. Fined Is iucluding costs, it being his first offence.—David Austin, Berriew, was summoned by P.C. David Davies for being drunk and disorderly opposite the Talbot Inn, on the 9th December last. Fined 10s including costs.— Owen Jones, Cefn Vaynor, was summoned by P.C. David Davies for deing drunk and disorderly on the high- way leading from Garthmvl to Berriew on the 30th December last. Fined 8s including costs.

KERRY. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION.—In spite of the unfavourable weather which prevailed on I Tuesday evening last, a good number attended to hear the second discussion on The Docking of Horses." The two openers had greatly improved on their papers. Mr David Owens was for the affirmative, and Mi William Chandler the negative The following took part: Messrs C. Davies, J. Owens, G. Chandler, W. Proudfoot, J. Benbow, T Pryce, G. E. Venables, T. Jones, W. Owens, S. Bowen, Joe Davies, Joseph Venables, J. Macreath, C. Locke, J. B. Williams (Dolforgan), G. Milnes, Pryce Alderson, etc. On a vote a large majority were in favour of the operation. THE LATE Mas A. BROWN.—In addition to those mentioned last week, beautiful wreaths were received from the following friends of the late Mrs A. Brown of the Church House. Sir Pryce and Lady Pryce-Jones Mr and Mrs A. W. Pryce-Jones, Forest; Rosa, Katie and Harry Pryce-Jones; the Misses GilhalJk and the Misses Hughes, Kerry; Miss Allen, Red House; Miss Langworthy, New- town Miss E. A. Jones, Pliis Havard, Shrewsbury a lovely floral cross was sent by Nellie and Alice Pryce (nieces of the deceased) and one beautiful wreath elit. anonymously had for a motto, So He giveth His beloved sleep."

NEWTOWN. FOOTBALL NEWS.— The team selected to play Walsall Reserve on the Cunnings to-day, is as follows :—Goal, A. Edwards; backs, E. Rees and C. Parry; half-backs, H. Tucker, W. Parry and E. Davies; forwards, W. E. Pryce-Jones, E. Morgan, A. Swettenham, R. Morris, and H. E. Moore. APPOINTMENT.— We are pleased to note that Mr T. Howell, Assistant Superintendent to the Pearl Life Assurance Company, Limited, under Mr A. H. Jones, Newtown, has been promoted to be District Superintendent for the County of Radnor, with headquarters at Builth Wells, and Mr Pryce H. Owen, Collector at Newtown, has been pro- moted to be Assistant Superintendent in place of Mr Howell. WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION ACT.—Dr Palmer has resigued the appointment of referee under the Workmen's Compensation Act in consequence of his withdrawal of his resignation which had been tendered to the Friendly Societies. The ap- pointment was originally offered to Dr Purchas who refused it on the grounds that he would have to resign his appointment as medical officer to the Friendly Societies and this he had declined to do. FREE GIFT SOCIETY.—On Friday evening week the annual dinner in connection with the above benefit society was held at the Pheasant Inn, when a large number of members sat down to a sump- tuous repast provided by Mr Herbert Jones. The chair was occupied by Mr C. M. Kershaw, and the vice-chair by Mr Spence. The Chairman submitted the loyal toasts. Other toasts were given and the report was read by Mr W. 0. T. Jones, which was as follows :—Five new members, three resigned, in- crease two received, £66 8s 5d; expenses, £40 17s 6d; deposit in the bank, £41 2s lOd; and the balance in the treasurer's hands, £7 8s 9d making a total available sum of JE48 lis 9d. During the evening songs were given by Messrs J. H. Slaytor, H. Jones, C. M. Kershaw, R. Evans, E. H. Morgan, and F. Smith. The accompanist was Mr W. E. Owen. THE DISTRICT NURSE ASSOCIATION, ANNUAL MEETING. The annual meeting of the Newtown District Nucse Association was held in the Board Room at the Infirmary on Monday. There were piesent :— Miss J. Lewis (St. Davids), hon. secretary, Mrs T. M. Taylor, Mrs Palmer, Mrs J. S. Lewis, Mrs J. C. Gittius, Mrs R. E. Joaes (Cefn Bryntalch), Miss A. M. Lloyd, Mrs Hugh Lewis, Mrs Parry Jones, Mrs Swift, Miss Swift, Mr Richard Williams, and Mr W. Trow.—On the motion of Miss Lloyd, seconded by Mrs Swift, Mrs T. M. Taylor was voted to tho chair.—The minutes of the previous meeting having been read, Mr Taylor, referring to a paragraph in them, said the Executive Committee had considered the rules and had come to the conclusion that the existing rules could not be improved upon and were better left as they were. —The minutes were theu signed. — The Hon. Secretary presented the balance sheet, which showed that inclading a balance of £7 18s 3d, the iucotne during the present year including sub- scriptions amounting to £6128 4d was £11948 7d, against which was an expenditure of £92 10s 6d, leaving the present balance standing to the credit of the committee at £26 14s Id.—The balance sheet having been adopted, the Hon. Secretary (Miss Lewis) read the annual report of the General Committee which stated that Nurse Wordsworth, who left in August to take up a hospital appointment, had been succeeded by Nurse Montgomery. During the year 3,379 visits had been made to 133 patients, an increase on previous years, and a proof that the people more fully appreciated the value of a highly trained and skilled nurse in their midst. To the Committee both uurses had given great satisfaction and the Honorary Secretary had received many votes of siucere thanks from patients acknowledging the benefits and kind treatment received from the nurses. Visits had been paid by two Inspectors from the Queen Victoria Jubilee Institute and they bad expressed themselves much pleased with the manner in which the work was done and a report to that effect had beeu sent by the Master of the Institute. Last year was a very expensive one and the Committee feared that the income would not be sufficient, so they applied for a grant to the Queen Victoria's Jubilee Institute. The applica- tion was made too late, but this year the Institute had, unasked,granted £20, which they had been able to set aside for a special purpose. The Committee continued to receive help from various sources, and it was very pleasing to again thank their supporters both near and far, who enabled them to carry on their work. Though no charge was made to the patients, their voluntary contributions were a great help to the Committee. A donation of £3 3s Od received from the Newtown Co-operative Society was very gratifying and encouraging. The Com- mittee also mentioned a collection, realizing £1 98 5d, made at the Crescent Chapel and a donation of £1 from the Baptist Chapel, examples which the Committee wouid be glad to see followed in every church and chapel iu the town. The Committee also tendered their thanks to the members of the Newtown Silver Band for the effort made it Sep- tember last on the Association's behalf. Miss Brisco threw open the Park, and the band gave a recital, the net proceeds amounting to £15 Is 9d, being handed over to the Committee. One change in the Committee was noted. Mrs Macnair resigned on leaving the neighbourhood in March last and Mrs R. E. Jones wa3 appointed in her place. The members of the Committee had in turn sent nourishment to the poorer inhabitants as well as parcels of linen to be used for bandages.— Mrs Taylor said the Committee should express their appreciation to the members of the Co- operative Society for the support given from year to year. The Society were very liberal in support- ing the institutions of the town and they set an example which others might well follow (hear, hear). To the members of the Newtown Silver Band the Committee also should express their satisfaction for their kindness.—The Committee then discussed the provision of suitable living accommodation for the nurse, and on the motion of Mr R. Williams, seconded by Mrs Hugh Lewis, the question was referred to the consideration of the Executive Committee.—-Mr Rd. Williams moved the adoption of the report and expressed his pleasure at its satisfactory nature. Ladies, he found, always managed affairs of that description better than men and usually contrived to have a balance on the right side, which men seldom did (laughter). He con. gratulated the Committee on the economical way in which they had managed the District Nurse Asso- ciation during) the past year.—Mrs Hugh Lewis seconded and the report was adopted.—Mrs Elwell and Miss A. M. Llovd were re-elected members of the Committee. — Miss Lloyd moved the re- election of Miss J. Lewis as hon. secretary, and Mr R. E. Jones seconding, the motion was carried.—The Hon. Sea read letters regretting in- ability to attend from Mrs Willans, Dolforgan, and Miss Owen, Fronfraith.—Mrs Taylor, in moving a vote of thanks to the Hon. Sec., the Hon. Treasurer (Mr Griffiths, X. & S. W. Dank), and the Executive Committee, expressed the indebtedness of the General Committee to Mis3 Lewis for the excellent manner in which she had managed the affairs of the Association.—Mrs J. Parry Jones seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously.—On the motiou of Mr R. Williams, seconded by Miss Lewis, a vote of thanks was accorded to Mrs Taylor for presiding, and this concluded the meeting'. BANKRUPTCY (Before Mr W. Watkins, Registrar). THE AFFAIRS OF A BUILDER,—The first public examination of James Wren, Builder, New-bridge- on-Wye, was conducted at the above Court un Thursday.—Debtor returned his liabilities at £1,392 3s. 7d., and his assets at £463 7s. 8d., leaving a deficiency of £928 15s. lid. Thedebtor,examined by Mr Frank Cariss, (Shrewbury), Assistant Official Receiver, attributed his failure to inex- perience in the building trade and losses on contract. Debtor said he was a carpenter by trade and having' saved £50 he commenced business five years ago on his own account as builder and contractor. His business had been chiefly jobbing work until September, 1897, when he entered into a contract to build a Wesleyan Chapel at Rhayader. The contract was finished and a balance of JE530 remained owing, £173 16s 8d of which had been assigned to a firm of timber merchants as security for their account, leaving a balance of £365 due from the trustees of the chapel. Debtor also had contracts pending for the erection cf four villas at Station Road, Builth, for £1,287, EJid of five cottages for £1,082. Altogether he had received £2,488 ou account of work done, and had given an assignment of £225, but, said the Officis.1 Receiver, it was doubtful whether any surplus would arise from these con- tracts. The assignment was possibly of no value, although the creditors in question bad been treated as fully secured. In July last the debtor was in difficulties and was unable to obtain the materials required to proceed with the work at Builth and a notice was served upon him by the architect on behalf of the building owners of their intention to take over and finish the work.—It was explained that the debtor kept no cash books or account of expenditure in any way, or of the costs of the respective contracts or losses arising from them.— Debtor was examined by several solicitors on behalf of the creditors, and the examination was adjourned until 15th February, and debtor was in- structed to furnish an amended cash accouut and also a deficiency account.

LLANIDLOES. MAINTENANCE CASE.—At the Borough Police Court on Thursday, Richard Owen, relieving officer to the Newtown and Llanidloes Hoard of Guardians, applied for a committal order against Albert Jones, Llanidloes, for not complying with the order of the Bench to pay 9d a wees towards the support of his father. Defendant was 12s. 9d. in arrears. In defence he pl«adad scarcity of work and sickness in family. The Bench made the usual order which they suspended for one month. CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY.—The fortieth quarterly meeting of this society was held on Saturday last, Mr George Hopper in the chair. The statement of the quartol"e trading submitted to the meeting was as follows The sales for the quarter amounted to £756 4s 4d, and the net profit to £91 8s 7d. It was decided to pay a dividend of 2s 8d per £ on members purchases, also Is 8d per £ on members purchases of butchers' meat, carrying forward the sum of 19s 9d. During the quarter six persons had joined the society and four withdrow. The present total number of members was 217. The share capital was £509 3s 8d and the reserve fnnd SUXDAY SCHOOL MEETING.—The bi-monthly meet- ing of the CalTinistic Methodist Sunday Schools in the Llanidloes and Llangurig district was held at China-street on Sunday. The morning service was introduced by Mr Owen Owen, Deildref, and recita- tions of Scripture were given and examinations held. The afternoon meeting was opened by Mr D. Brown, Llangurig, when there were again recita- tions and questions, the Rev. T. Pierce being the examiner. In this meeting the children sang several selections from Sankey's Songs and Solos, conducted by Mr David Owen. Mr Wm. Mills presided at the organ. At the close of the morning service a meeting of delegates was held under the presidency of Mr Edmunds, when the officers for the ensuing year were elected, viz., examiners, Rev T. Mordaf Pierce and R. H. Jones; chairman, Mr Stephen Breeze, junr., Garth treasurer, Mr Wm. Ashton; secretary, Mr Richard George. The next meeting was arranged to be held at Llangurig the first Sunday in March. At the evening service Mr Pierce preached to a large congregation. DRUNKENNESS AT LLANIDLOES. WARNING TO OLD OFFENDERS. At the Llanidloes Borough Police Court on Thursday, before the Mayor (Mr J. Kinsey Jones) and Mr Daniel Davies, several persons were charged by the police with drunkenness. In giving evi- dence against Maurice Price, labourer, Church Street, Llanidloes, who made his 13th appearance, Inspector Lake said he was called at 10 o'clock on the night of December 22nd to the Crown and Anchor Inn to eject the defendant, who was in the kitchen drunk and creating a disturbance. In the Inspector's presence the landlord asked defendant to go out aud on his refusal the Inspector ejected him. He said he meant to stay until 11 o'clock to drink his beer. Going through the passage, de- fendant smashed a glass he had in his hand. A further charge of being drunk and disorderly on Christmas day was gone into.—P.C. Roberts said be found defendant at 8 o'clock in Long Bridge Street very drunk.—Defendant: Did you speak to me?—The Officer: Yes, you told me to go to Defendant Did thee have any business to 6peak to me ?—The Officer: Yes.— Defendant: I only had a pint that day. There were many in the street worse than me.— Defendant was fined 5s and costs in each case, in default seven days' imprisonment.- Defendant: That's for nothing.—The Bench next proceeded to hear two charges against Enoch George, labourer, Smithfield street. The first charge was one of being drunk and disorderly in Long Bridge Street on the 22nd December.—Inspector Lake said that he heard of the row at the Crown and Anchor Inn, and pro- ceeding there he found defendant, who was very drunk, kicking at the front door of the Inn. He had got him away when Price came up aud closed with the Inspector. Price fell to the ground and threw a poker into the middle of the street. George came up and fell on the top of Price. Both were taken home with great, difficulty.—In the second case George was charged by P.C. Roberts with being drunk on Christmas morning. He admitted the offence and said he did not see why be should be singled out when there were other men quite as drunk as he.— The defendant was fined 5s and costs in each case, or seven days' imprison- ment. — The Mayor said that he was sorry to see the defendants again at the Court; they were there so often. The Bench were fully aware of the new Act just come into force, and the defendants would do well to bear that in mind. In future if any of them came before the Court within twelve months they would be sent away for three years. He boped this would be a warning to them for their guidance in the future and that they would be different from what they had been in the past. The Bench were also of opinion that innkeepeis were wrong to supply such people with drink and he trusted they would not do so in the future. At the conclusion of the business the Mayor asked the defendants if they wished for time to pay the fine.—Price (insolently) No, let us finish it.-George also intimated that he would rather go to prison than pay the fine. — On leaving the Court in the custody of the constable the defendaut George shouted to some friends in the rear of the Court, So-long, old chaps, we won't be long.RlChard Pryce, Penygraig street, did not appear to answer to a charge preferred against him by P.C. Roberts of being drunk aud disorderly on Christmas Day. The defendant was found by the constable drunk and creating a row in Penygraig street. Defen- dant's wife told the Bench that her husband was not drunk. Just before be was seen by the con- stable he had had a row with his brother and he came out of the house in an excited state to search for a constable to turn his brother out of the house. Inspector Lake said unfortunately for defendant it was not the first time he had appeared before the Bench for Sunday drinking. Fined 5s inclndiug costs.—J. H. Mills, Bethel street, was charged by P.C. Roberts with being drunk and refusing to quit the Lion Hotel on Clnistmas Eve. Defendant did not appear. There were five previous convictions recorded against him and he was fined 5s and costs or seven days' imprisonment. Defendant went to prison.

LLANFYLL1N. SCHOOL BOARD.—The monthly meeting of this Board was held on Tuesday last, when there were present Mr E. Lloyd Edwards, vice-chairman, pre- siding. Rev W. H. Jones, and Mr John Jones, with Mr Ellis Roberts, clerk. It was reported that the average attendance for December, 1898, was nineteen higher than the corresponding month of the previous year. The Vice-chairman and Mr J. Jones were appointed a Visiting Committee for January. WINDOW BREAKING.—On Monday Evan Smith, 50 years cf age, was bronght up in custody of P C. Hughes charged before Mr J. Marshall Dugdale with bieaking the windows of Mr E. Riley's house at Llansaiivffraid on Saturday. Prisoner pleaded guilty. It was stated that prisoner suffered from delusions that people were after him. Mr Dug- dale, while expressing his sympaihv with prisoner, said he had IJO option but to sentence bim to fourteen days' hard labour. CHOIR TREAT.— Ou Friday laet the choirs of the Parish Church and All Saints Church, Cwm, together with the teachers of the Church Sunday Schools and a few friends had their annual treat. They kindly entertained at supper by the Rector, Rev T. Jones, and Sirs Jones. The tables were laid out in the National Schools, which were nicely decorated. After supper the company settled down to an evening's enjoyment, which consisted of games, songs and dancing. The following piogramme of music was given Song, I live underneath," Mr Charles Lee sons, by Mr Edward Da.vies (words composed by himself) song, "The School Band," Master Frank Jones: duett, The Gipsy Countess," Miss Lizzie Ellis aud Mr H. Phipps; song, ChIldren asleep," Miss Iiyle; song, Brown eyes or blue eyes," Mr J II Deam duet, Domestic squabbies," Mrs J Price and Miss May Williams song, Queen of the earth comic song, Mr James Lee; song," Bye and bye," Mr John Davies. Music for danciug was contributed by Miss Jones (Manor House), Miss Jones (Labur- num House), Mr J H Deam, and Mr N B Edwards. Before dispersing a hearty vote of thanks was, on the motion of Mr N. B. Edwards, seconded by Mr J. Deam, accorded to the Rector and Mrs Jones for their kiuduess. The Rector suitably responded, and a very pleasantly-spent evening was brought to a close by singing" Auld Lang Syne God save the Queen. RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL.—THURSDAY. Mr John Jones presiding. The Clerii to :1A Llungynog- Parish Council wrote drawing attention to the bridges at Pennant and to the general bad state of the roads.—The Surveyor stated that the bridges were out of repair and there was water on the roads. He was instructed to prepare an estimate of the expense of repairing the two bridges, and to report to the next meeting of the Board.—Tenders and estimates for repairing the Talwrn footbridge were presented, and after some discussion it was decided, on the motion of Mr G. Kempster, seconded by Mr D. Jones, to ask the landlord to supply two trees, the Board to do the work.—The Clerk to the Meifod Parish Council wrote stating that several of the inhabitants around Bwlchycibau desired to have a bridge erected over the stream on the road leading to Main.—On the motion of Mr William Roberts, seconded by Mr G. Jones, it was decided to ask the Parish Council to find niouev to pay half the cost. This Council would in that event entertain the question.—The Surveyor was also instructed to make an estimate of the cost by next Beard.—Mr Edward Jones, Caebardd, wrote drawing attention to a piece of road close to Pentrebeirdd, which he said wanted repairing.—Referred to the Surveyor.— The Clerk to the Garth beibio Parish Council wrote drawing attention to Pont-dol-llwyd footbridge, which was getting out of repair and was not safe. The Surveyor was instructed to report thereon to the next meeting. —The Clerk to the Carreghofa Parish Council wrote calling attention to a by-road leading from the Railway Bridge. — Mr David Evans said the road referred to was not used very much and it led to nowhere, he believed it had been a public road. It only passed one cottage. The Clerk said the letter stated that it led to three cottages.—Mr George Kempster proposed that Mr Storer, senior, be asked whether it had ever been lepaired by the Authorities. — litis was seconded by Mr David Evans and agreed to. NEW DISTRICT SURVEYOR. Mr William Roberts proposed that they adver- tise for a surveyor at a salary of £120 per annum. —Mr D. Jones proposed that the district be divided into two parts.—This was seconded by Mr Thomas Roberts.—Mr Wm. Roberts proposed that the dis- trict remain as it is.—This was seconded by Mi- David Evans, and carried by a large majority. —Mr D. Jones seconded the proposition that the salary be £ 120.—Captain Mytton said that a salary of £120 was not an adequate salary. They could not expect to get an educated man who would have to draw plans and specifica- tions and who would have to keep a horse, for such a large district. He proposed that the salary re- main at £ 140.—This was seconded by Mr Geo. Kempster and carried by eight tu two, and it was decided to advertise for a Surveyor in the COUNTY TIMES. INSPECTOR'S REPORT. Mr J. P. Griffiths, Inspector under the Canal Boats Act, reported that he had inspected 26 boats during the past year and found them all in a satis- factory condition and conforming with the Acts and Regulations. WELSHPOOL AND I-LANFAIR LIGHT RAILWAY. With reference to the application made to the Light Railway Commissioners for an order to authorize the proposed Light Railway from Welsh- pool to Llanfair, a circular was read stating that the Commissioners proposed, subject to their con- sideration of any representation which may be made to them, to make an order in the terms of the Draft which was enclosed.—It was decided that the Draft mentioned above be referred to the Clerk and the Surveyor. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—THURSDAY. Present: Mr William Roberts (chairman), Capt D H Mytton, Messrs R H Jones, William Jones, G Kempster, T Roberts, S Thomas, Ellis Williams, J R Jones, D Jones, John Jones, Charles Jones, E Jones, J Edwards, W Vaughan, R Owen, and G Jones, with Mr W A Pughe (clerk). MASTER'S REPORT. The Master reported that Miss Ilayhurst had given tea, sugar, and oranges to the women pipes, tobacco, and oranges to the men and toys and oranges to the boyi and girls. Mr Lomax had given to the women mince pies, buns, oranges, and shawls; to the men, mince pies, buns, oranges, and 3ozs. of tobacco each, and pipes and to the boys and girls, buns, oranges, and toys of all kinds. Mr T. B. Jones, Paris House, had sent a box of sweets for the children. Mrs M. L. Jones, Llwvn Onn, had sent magazines. A gentleman who did not wish to have bis name mentioned Lad given 58 for tobacco, and Mrs Marshall Dugdale had given her annual treat, tobacco, pipes, and oranges to the men, shawls, tea, and sugar to the women, toys to the boys and girls, and seven handsomely trimmed hats for the girls.— On the motion of Mr William Jones, secorded by Mr John Jones, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to tbe above-mentioned ladies and gentlemen for their kindness. GUARANTEE. Mr David Evans reported that the Assistant Overseer for Llandysilio was not satisfied with the amount of guarantee that he was called upon by the Guardians to find.—The Parish Council con- sidered that jE150 was enough.—The Clerk stated that Mr Lloyd, the Assistant Overseer, had already signed the bond for £ 300.—The Board adhered to their previous decision. LADIES' COMMITTEE REPORT. The Ladies' Committee reported having visited House ana that they bad found everything in very good order. MR ARCHIBALD ROBERTSON. Mr Archibald Robertson again appeared before the Board and applied for the whole amount of money recently left to him.—On the Clerk asking him to sign the cheque he refused until he got the money.-It was decided on the motion of Captain Mytton to write to the signee of the cheque stating that the Board had the cheque in their possession and that it was retained, for his signature, to pay for his maintainance,—This was seconded by Mr W m. Jones and carried. The cheque is for £27 and the cost of his maintainance amounts to £70. READY MADE CLOTHES. Mr John Jones proposed that instead of con- tracting for material to make clothes for the men and boys, the Board purchase ready made clothes. He considered that that course would be a saving to the Union. This was seconded by Mr W. Jones and carried. THE VACCINATION ACT. A circular was read from the Local Government Board acknowledging receipt of their letter of the 21st ult requesting their approval of the fees pro- posed to be paid to the Guardians of the Llan- fyllin Union to their Vaccination Officers. The Local Government Board wished to point out that the proportion between the proposed fees is not in accordance with paragraph 7, of the memorandum accompanying their letter of the 12tb December last They therefore request the Guardians to reconsider the fees in COlmection with tbe mem- morandum and to return the form when amended. Under Article 20 of the Order the minimum fee in the certificates of successful vaccination is three times the minimum fee for cases included in the 1 Birth Lists and the Board consider that where fees 1\ in excess of the minimum are proposed, ) the difference between the two classes of fees should not be in a less proportion. { The Clerk explained the circular, and recommend that they should pay 4d under Clause A and Is under Clause B. On the motion of Mr D. Jones, this was agreed to.—Mr D. Jones thought that some resolution should be sent by the Guardians to the Local Goveinmeut Board asking them to repeal the Act, the same as other Boards had done. Their expenditure in the Union under this Act was between X160 and X200 more than ir, was before. He thought the Local Government Board should be asked to assist in paying it.—The Clerk Faid the claims for exemption had been very few in the Union, and they were not in a position to pass any resolution which would have any weight at present.

LLAXFEGHAIX, RENT Auf)IT.-The half-yearly rents of the Bodynfoel Hall estate were received 'at the Piasy- dinas Inn, Llanfechain, on Fridav week, by Mr Archer (from the office of Messrs Longueville and Co., Oswestry), and Mr A. Witc-omb (the resident agent), who presided at the subsequent dinner, admirably served by Mrs Hammond. There was a large attendance of tenantry on the estate and a very pleasant evening was spent by all present.

LLANDYSILIO. ENTERTAINMENT AXD CHRISTMAS TREE.—On Thursday aveniug of last week an excellent enter- tdinment to a good audience was given by members of the Congregational Church Sunday School and children's weekday service, and the bright and interesting service was much enjoyed. The follow- ing took part :—Mrs Davies, Miss E. J. Roberts, Miss Agnes Roberts, Miss Martha Jones, Miss N. Watson, Miss Agnes Williams, Miss L. Bnrgess. Miss Maggie LJovd, Miss Maggie Roberts, Misses I Polly and Sarah Gregory, Miss Amy Evans, Masters E. D. Griffiths, Llewellyn and Ewart Davies. At the close of the entertainment, attention was turned to the Christmas tree, which had been tastefully decorated and arranged by Mrs Davies, Miss E. J. Roberts, Miss Agues Roberts, Miss and Mr Llewellyn Sijaniciand. The numerous articles with which the tree was loaded were for the children, and the work of stripping went merrily on under the care of the superintendent of the Sunday School, Mr T. Brown and Mr tt. Roberts, senior deacons of the Church, each child receiving a small present off the tree, which was kindly given by the pastor, the Rev. D. H. Shanklaud.

LLANDRINIO. PARISH COUNCIL.— Held at Arddleen on Tuesday present: Ven. Archdeacon Thomas in the chair, Mr S. Brown, vice-chairman, Messrs B. Pryce, J. Payne Owen, John Lewis, J. Moore, and W. A. Morgan, clerk. Mr John Lewis reported that at the conference held at Llanymynech, the question of providing a fire engine was dropped. The Trederwen drain was once again brought before the Council. The question is now a matter of ancient history, for it has been before the Council for about three years, and all efforts so far made by the Council to remedy the grievance have been of no effect. Running water crosses the road the year through, and during the late heavy rain the road has been more or less impassable to pedestrians. Mr Brown proposed, and Mr B. Pryce seconded, that the Chairman write to the Surveyor and to Mr Childe, pressing the matter, and urging an immediate abatement of the nuisance.

LLANYMYNECH. INVITATION BALL.-The annual invitation ball was held at the Lion Hotel on Thursday of last week. Dancing began at 7 p.m., and was kept up till a late hour. There were nearly eighty guests present, and a most pleasant evening was spent. The decoration of the room and the refreshments, etc., were all that could be desired, and the hearty thanks of the district are due to Mrs Roberts and family for what has come to be regarded as one of the most enjoyable New Years's gatherings for many miles around. Mr H. Tims' band gave great satisfaction. Amongst those present were Dr and Mrs O'Conor, L-lanymynecli, Mr Cyril Thomas, Llan- drinio, Mrs and Miss Johnson, Mr Randies, Miss Clarke, Whittington, Mr C. Clarke, Glasgow, Mrs All^and. Oswestry, Mr and Mrs Morgan, L'.anymy- nech, Miss Charles, Whittington, Messrs ana Miss Morris, Pentref, Mr Morris, Lloran Ucha, Mr and Miss Hughes, Mr and Mrs Gough, Mrs Joues, Mr and Miss Pcgh, Mr E Grandidge, Messrs and the Misses Evaus, Farm Nurseries, Miss Evans, Miss Davies, Miss Phillips, Pant, Mr E Whitfield, Mr Golds- worthy, Mr Loveday, Mr J Franks and Mr Poole, Oswestry, Miss Deam, Llanfyllin, Miss Edwards, Mr and Miss Thomas and Mr J Downes, Haugh- ton, Mr Wilde, Hiam, Mr A Gregory, Criggion, Mr and Mrs George Lloyd, Misses Lees, Miss Jenks, Miss Davies, Llandysilio, Miss Davies, Plascerrig, Mr Rees, Miss Williams, Miss Jones, Air T. Wilde, Mr and Mrs Prvce, Mr J. Richards, Mr Harold Sockett, and Mr E. lavage, Mr and Mrs Vernon, Llandrinio, Mr J. Jones, Arddleen, Mr H. Higgins, Pool Quay, Miss S. Jones, Llandrinio, Mr and Miss Pritchard, Rhys- nant, Mr E. Kempster, Llansantffraid, Mr J. C. Morgan, Plascenig, Mr Harry Sockett, Llansan- ffraid, Mr Bertram Clarke, Mr Walter Ridge, Mr and Mrs George Ethelston, Mr and Mrs Brown, and Mr R. Payne, Master Percy Roberts and the Misses Roberts.

OSWESTRY. INCORPORATION.—MONDAY. Present: The Chairman (Mr W. Griffiths) pre- siding; the Vice-Chairman (Mr J. Richards) the Rev T. M Bulkelev Owen; Messrs Andrew Peate, W. E Frith, J. H. N. Walford, W. Vaughan, A. C. Nicholson, T. W. Green, J. Vanghan, J. Cartwright, D. Edwards, G. Perks, W. M. Richards, and H. C. Holland, with Mr J. C. Bull, clerk. MISCELLANEOUS. The number in the House in the first week was 216; in receipt of ont-relief 342; amount of relief E25 12s; tramps 62. Second week: 224 inmates; 349 in receipt of out-relief; C25 7s lOd in relief; and 56 tramps lunatics in the Asylum, 71.—It was reported that four cases of diphtheria from Knockin were being isolated at the Infectious Hospital; there was also one case of scarlet fever and one of erysipelas.-Mr Nicholson brought up the report of the Finance Committee recommending payment of bills amounting to JE786 Is 3d. He added that the amount of bills paid this time last year was zC784, so it was about the same.—The report was adopted.—A letter was read from the Local Government Board approving of the appoint- ment of nurse Preece.—Mr Dansey, Inspector of the Local Government Board, wrote asking if the Board or the architect could supply him with a ground plan of the Workhouse Hospital, which he could submit to the Local Government Board with reference to the proposal to improve the accommo- dation at the House.—The Clerk said th3 Master prepared the original plan and bad no objection to prepare a ground plan, but at present he was busy with the quarterly accounts.—It was agreed that the Clerk should inform the Board that the plan would be supplied as soon as possible. INSURANCE. Mr Nicholson said he had been furnished with particulars of the insurance of the House and he found that some of the property was not insured. He suggested the appointment of a committee to consider the matter.—The suggestion was adopted, and the Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Mr Nichol- son, were appointed. TREATS FOR THE INMATES. The Master reported that the inmates to the number of 222 were on Dec. 26th regaled with the usual Christmas dinner of roast beef and plum pudding, and in addition thereto an extra ounce of tobacco was given to every man (sixpence each to non-smokers), also two ounces of tea and one pound of sugar to each woman, tea being supplied with the dinner. Both officers and inmates, the Master added, desired to return their ihanks to the directors. Mr Ellis and party gave an entertain- ment to the inmates on January 3rd, which was much enjoyed by all present. Miss Burgo-de-Hodge gave a meat tea to all the female inmates in the hospital on January 6th.—A vote of thanks was accorded the Ilatter.-Permi,-sioij was granted to Mr G. J. Dumville Lees to give the Brabazon workers a dinner on Tuesday. THE NUMBER IN THE HOUSE, In accordance with a resolution passed at the last meeting the Master submitted a list of the able bodied men in the house, and it was found no reduction in the number could be made.

RUABON. Accil)FNT.-On Saturday a collier named Wm. Edwards, residing at Pant, bad his left arm badly fractured by a fall of dirt at the Wynnstay Col- liery. He was removed to the Cottage Hospital, and is progressing favourably.

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VOHtiKSrONDKb CE To CORRESPONDENTS. Communication> for tt. s column thonld be aadrexned to the Ed,i,'U1", m.a ?iiHsi be 11Titten upon oiw xide of the paper OII:'1 They should in- all cates be accomf anied by 1h name and address of the tender, not necessarily puOiicatiim but as a plHuantee of good faith. EISTEDDFODAU. To the Editor of the COUNTY TIES. Sir,—The remarks in vour editorial notes last week in reference to Eisteddfodau (whether inten- tional or not) certainly tend to discredit an institu- tion, which even if Welshmen are apt to over-rate iis importance, has done much for educational pro- gress in the Principality. Because many com- petitors sing at an Eisteddfod, wit bout a sheet of music before them, is surely no evidence whatever of tht-it- inability to re; either or both notations. I think your readers will agree with me that very few first-class artistes, ray much attention to their copies in rendering even difficult solos before their audiences. Ability to read music at first sight, ear tests, and modulator exercises at previous Eistedd- fod gatherings held iu this County have amply y demonstrated the knowledge of the rudiments of music possessed by Eisteddfod attendants. That there is need for more systematic teaching of music, even in musical Wales, should be readily admitted, but it should also be admitted in all, fairness that the high standard of choral music in Wales, and love of music itself is due in no small degree to the Eisteddfodau. With reference to your remarks anent Art or Industrial Section, it matters little what name is given to it, one purpose of the Eis- teddfod is served if attention is drawn to the need in Wales of more facilities for acquiring a truer and deeper knowledge of art, and surely pro- moters of Eisteddfodau are doing some service in this direction by endeavouring to obtain some evidence of the rata of progress being made. The Eisteddfod movement is not supposed to take the place or in any wa\' run counter to other educa- tional institutions but as a means of feeling the educational pulse of Wales it is to be hoped it will long continue to flourish in our midst. As Colonel Pryce-Jones stated, those who are to day in our Intermediate Schools are reaping the benefits of the stimulus given to education in Wales by the Eisteddfod in davs gone by, and they would do well to show their gratitude by exhibiting more interest in this institution in the future and help to adapt it to present day needs. I have felt constrained to write thus, thinking your notes might be so con- strued as to damage a heritage of the Cymric race which even at the oa wn of the 20th century can ill afford to be loet.- ):ours, &c., Newtown. A. E. GOODWIN.

--+- CHRISTIANITY'S GREATEST OPPONENT. To the Editor of the COUNTY TIMES. SIR,—Allow me to correct a miss-readiug through a stop being misplaced in my letter in your issue of December 10th last. A miss-reading which I much regret. Some twenty-two lines from the end the article reads thus "Possibly some of your other readers will show other matters of selfishness; which exist amongst other denominations and the Church of England. Every member has a real vote in their midst." I intended it to run thus "Possibly some of your other readers will show other matters of selfishness, which exist amongst other denominations and the Church of England, every member has a real vote in their midst." I ought to have added after the word exist, In Wesleyanism." I should be very much put about if anything 011 my part should produce a controversy on selfishness in other parties, that is, supposing there were any. Indeed, supposing there were any, I as a Wesleyan, could look on with complacency on the same as not worth noticing when 1 think of the undue proportions which exist in Wesleyanism. C.H.N.I." in your issue of December 24th last, states that in my opinion the great religious failing of the country is selfishness. I may not be very cletir in my expositions, but what I wished to prove was that selfishness is the greatest enemy of Wes- leyanism, aud that she being a part of the religious community, is so much the enemy of Christianity- I think by this C.H.N.I." will see that I am not directly trying to perform any service to the nation, only in so far as Wesleyanism is concerned. But C.H.N.I." refers to my statement that selfishness is Wesleyanism's greatest. enemy. I will also say I do not want to be disagreeable, but people who live in glass houses ought not to throw stones. C.H.N.I." says they surmise." My reply to this is that it is surmise when I am so cruelly charged with wanting to have a fling at the Wesleyan laity, to give them a dig, as it were. Really the idea of having a fling at a people who are, as it were, on the ground; for only some five per cent of theii number have any real vote or voice in the internal management of the chapels where they are members! Or, be says, I have such a moderate amount of skill that I had better turn my attention to a subject more in accordance with my mental attainment. In reply to this I may say that the course I am pursuing is what I consider I can tackle the best. I should like to give his ideas on a Church where only some five per cent of its members have a real voice in its internal manage- ment, and when an equal number is annually created at the will of a chairman of such meeting. C.H.N.I savs selfishness is not the bane of Wesleyanism, but narrowmindedness or intoler- ance. Really I think with this admission, we are both of the same mind for I do not see much differ- ence between intolerance and selfishness. But let this be understood my view of intolerance in Wesleyan ism i the intoleraace of Conference, through its ministers to allow only some five per cent of the members in each chapel to have a real vote. I agree again that Wesleyanism does almost make frantic efforts to get on, but tne results are not commensurate with the labour. I am pro- foundly sony to note "C.H.N.I." stating that the efforts of the sects is directed to pulling down and destroying another Church, another labourer in the vineyard. Will "C.H.N.I" give proofs of this statement from any of the leaders or recognised parties of the sects ? Really C.H.N.I." cannot be serious when he states that Wesleyans squabble amongst them- selves abo internal management so that the "Civil \Y;, of Methodism" may be written— people mak.ug a row so that it may be written about. "C.H.N.I." cannot be serious when he Sõates "In my opinion when the rank and file of Wesleyans begin to be aware that a Churchman broad; low, or high, may be a good conscientious Christian," I believe Wesleyans need not be taught this, for they acknowledge it and always have recognised in him a fellow countryman who is trying to do what is right. C.H.N.I. again states when the Wesleyan absorbs a little more of what you may call religi- ous imperialism, then a greater evil than selfishness will be removed. This is what keeps Wesleyanism stagnant." If he means by this that when the Wes- leyan laity gets more power, I can follow him, for how can a man absorb anything when it is denied him, and I say Wesleyanism will never improve until her laymen have mote power. Again, he states This spirit of Religious Imperialism has done a great deal for the Church," but I say this is oulv a part of it. I think C.H.N.I." should say that every communicant in the Church has a vote and voice ill the select on of its officials save one Churchwarden. I may again say that C. H. N. I." is very muh mistaken if he thinks that Wesleyanism is antago- nistic to the Church. Why, only last year I believe, the ex-President of the Conference, in his speech in Birmingham, said the Church is much indebted to the Wesleyans, for she gets so much of them and, as far as 1 can make out, the Wesleyan Conference prefers seeing Wesleyanism stagnant, and cold and bleeding at every pore sooner than add any more real votes in the in ternal manage- ment of each Chapel. The idea of giving more votes than 5 per cent. Why it would disturb ministerial prerogatives. The Church of England and the other sects may give votes to all their membees and live in clover. But we are Wesleyans, tbe Docrrine and tbe Alpha and Omega of Wesleyan ministers is Power is sweet, we prefer to see our Chapels empty, our people thined, so as to uphold our glorious Doctrine." 1 may add that while Wesleyanism is making tremendous efforts to get on, if her success was anyways in proportion even as things are, I should nut write a single line about her, or indeed if she could keep what she has I question if I would even then write.— Yours, etc., BORGOLIS.

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MARKETS. FARMING AND THE CORN TRADE. Messrs W. L. Browr.e & Co., report from Shrews- bury, on Saturday, January the 7th as follows:— All markets during the past week have been nrore or less of a holiday character, and business has been restricted. Wheat has met with a poor demand, and prices have given way from 3d to 6d per sack. Barley has also experienced a very slow trade. Buyers are now mostly filled up, and enly pick out a chance lot especially suited to their particular trade. Oats, peas, and beans have remained unchanged. Flour has been firm. Offals have remained firm. BNKSW&BURY CORN MARKET, SATURDAY.—Quo- tations :-wheat lie 61 to 12s 3d per 2251bs; malting barley 16s Od to 20s Od grinding barley 14s Od tc 15s Od per 2801bs oats lls Od to 12s Od; Was, 12s Od to 12s 6d per 2251bs beans. 13s Od to 1 Od per 2401bs. WELSHPOOL CORN, MONDAY.—Prices:—Wheat, 12s Odito 12s 6d per 2401bs barley, 15s Od to 17s ,0d per 280 lbs oats, 12s Od to 12s 6d per 2251 bs. W F.LSHPOOLGENERAL,Monday.—Wholesale prices, Butter Is Od to Is Id per lb eggs 13 to 14 for 1; fowls 3s Od to Os Od per couple chickens, 4s Od to 5s 6d; ducks, 5s 6d to Os Od rabbits, Is 6d per couple apples, Id to ld per lb. NEWTOWN GENERAL, TUESDAY.—Eggs 13 to 14 for Is butter Is to Is Id per lb fowls 3s Od to 0s Od; chickens 4s Od to 4s 6d ducks 5s 6d toOsOd rabbits Is 6d per couple; apples, Id to l"d per lb. LIVERPOOL CORN, TUESDAY.— Wheat, quietly steady, about d under last Friday's rates.l Duluth, 6s 2d to 6s 3d 2 Kansas, 5s lOd to 6s Id. B,ans-Saidl. 28s 9d to 29s Od. Peas, 5s lid. Oats, better enquiry, Id ovepfridav, white, 2s 5d to 2s 7d yellow and black, 2s 3d to 2s 4d. 1tlaje, fair quantity offering, moderate business—old, 3s lid to 3s lljd new, 3s lOd to 5s lOJd. Flour, 6d under Friday. LIVERPOOL CATTLE, MONDAY. Numbers:— Beasts. 1,353; and sheep and lambs, 3,802. Quota- tions Best beasts, 5d to 6Jd; second, 5!d to d; 4 third, 4id to bd best Scotch sheep, 8d other sorts, 5d to 7d lamb, 6d to 7,1d per lb. The supply of stock was larger than last week, showing an increase of 275 beasts, and of 962 sheep ánd lambs. Better demand for all c lasses at about lata rates. BIRMINGHAM CATTLE, TUESDAY. Fair supply cattle and sheep, slow trade. Prices ruled as follows :—Beef, shorthorns, 51-d to 6d; Herefords, 6^d to 6^d; bulis and cows, 4d to 5^d; calves, 7d to.8d; mutton, wethers, 9d to 9^d ewes and rams, M.to 6d per Jb. Bacon pigs, 7s 6d to Os Od porkets, 9B Od to 9s 6d sows, 6s 3d to 6s 6d per score. LONDON HAY AND STRAW, TUESDAY.—Prices :— Good to prime bay, 65s to 82s 6d inferior to fair, 45s to 60s good to prime clover, 70s to LODe; new ditto, Os to Os inferior to fair ditto, 50s Od to 68s mixture and sainfoin, 50s Od to 85s Od new ditto, ODs to 008 straw, 26s to 38s per load. SALFORD CATTLE,TUESDAY.—At market :-Cattle, 2,356: sheep, 8,694; calves, 106; pigs, 57. Quotations as follows :—Cattle, 4d to 61cl sheep, 5d to 8Jd calves, 5d to 7d per lb pigs, 7s 6d to 8s Od per score. A fair trade all round. CORK BUTTER, Thursday.—Primest, -E prime, -s; firsts, —s; seconds 98s kegs, —s thirds, 34s kegs —s fourths -s fifths —s; choicest —s; choice -s; superfine —s fine mild -s; kegs-o; mild -s; choicest boxes -s choice boxes, -s. In market 22, which were classified as follows :— Primest 0, prime 0, firsts 0, seconds 7, thirds 12, fourths 0, fifths 0, choicest 0, choice 0, super- fine 0, fine mild 0, mild 0, choicest boxes .10, choice 0, unbranded 3, kegs 0. Fresh batter, 97s to 90s; factory thirds, 84s to 81s. OSWESTRY CORN MARKET, WEDNESDAY. The following were the quotatiors:—White wheat (gjd) 0s Od to 0s Od; white wheat (new), 4s Id to 4s 2d per 75Jbs red wheat (old), Os Od to Os Od T&d. wheat (new), 4s Od to 4s 2d per 7blbs old oats, 13s Od to 14s Od new oats, 10s 6d to lis 6d per 2001bs; malting barley, 18s Od to 19s 6d; grinding barley, 00s Od to 00s Od per 280 lbs. OSWESTRY GENERAL MARKET, WEDNESDAY.— Quotations:—Butter, Is 2d to Is 3d per lb; çgg. Oto 12 for Is; beef,6d to 8d per lb; mntton, Yd to 9d; veal, 7d to 9d pork, 6d to 8d; fowls, 4s DJ to 4s 6d per couple ducks, 4s 6d to 5s Od per couple; rabbits, 2s 2d to 2s 4d per couple; potatoes, lOd per score carrots, 3s Od to 3s 6d per cwt. OSWESTRY WEEKLY CATTLE FAIR.—There was a good supply of stock.atthe Smithfield on Wednes- day. Previous prices were maintained with the exception of beef, which sold slightly better. Mesara Whitfield and Son sold 195 cattle and calves, and 578 sheep and pigs; Messrs Hall, Wateridge Owen in conjunction with Messrs Lulham Ole d Doody sold 65 cattle and calves, and 88 sheep d pigs; and Messrs Whitfield aud Batbo had ttfeir usual sales. Prices ruled as follows:—Beef, to 6!d per lb mutton, 6d to 7id per lb. TOftl, 6d to 7d per lb.; pork pigs, 8s Od to 8s 6d Par score; bacon pigs, 7s 6d to 8s Od per score. ELLYsmEitE,Tu LRSDAY.- Wheat 12s Od t,, 12s 6d per 225 lbs; barley, 16s Od to 20s Od per 280 lbs; out 10s Od to lis Od per 200 lbs; butter, Is \r> to IsSd per lb eggs, 13 to 14 for Is; fowls, .3tj 6d to 58 j ducks, 4s 6d to 5s 6d rabbits, Is 8d to Is 10dJ>er couple beef, 5d to 6d mutton, 8d lamb, 8d jteal, 7d per lb; bacon pigs, 8s Od porkets, about lulOd pur score; turkeys, about 9d per lb. WHITCHURCH, FRIDAY. Wheat, 3s lOd to 4s 2d per 75 lbs barley, 4s Od to 4s 3d per 70 lbs; oqgs, 2s 6d to 3s Od per 50 lbs; eggs, 10 to 12 for Is; butler Is Id to Is 3d per 16 oz fowls, 4s Os to 4s 6d per couple; ducks, 4s 6d to 5s 6d per coupie; potatoes, 6d to 7d per score beef, 6d to 8d per Ib; mutton, 7d to 9d; lamb, Od to 9d; veal, 73 -to 8d; pork, 5d to 7d per lb rabbits, Is lOd to 2s Od apples, Id to 2d per quarter. NEW PATENT. The following abridged description ia specify drawn for the County Times by Messrs Hnghes and Young, Patent Agents, 55 and 56, Chancery Lane, London, W.C., who will give advice and assistance free to our readers on all patent matters:— 19,900. Windows casements. Patentee: Mr. E. Grinnall, North street, Shrewsbury. 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