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[The following appeared in our Second Edition last I wtek.l TELEGRAMS OF FRIDAY NIGHT, APRIL 1. I HOUSE OF LORDS.—FRIDAY. I Their Lordships met at five o'clock.—On the motion of the Marquis of Clanricarde, the Bankruptcy Law (Ireland) Bill was read a first time.—Their lordships did not insist npon certain of the amendments to the Peace Preserva- tion Ireland Bill. The House adjourned at 5.25. HOUSE OF COMMONS.—FRIDAY. The House met shortly niter two o clock.—iNotice was given on behalf of Mr A. N. Fowler, that on the 29th he would call attention t the recent disturbances at the Red River.-On the motion of Mr Noel a new writ was ordered for East Devon, in the room of Lord Courtenay, who has accepted the Chiltern Hundreds.—Upon the Considera- tion of the Lords amendments in the Peace Preservation (Ireland) Bill, Mr Gladstone moved that the House should assent to the amendments with one exception, namely a new clause in which power was given to the judge to grant compensation to the relatives of a murdered or in- jured person, and to levy it upon the barony or county. 8. :I L1_- As this was an imposition of taxation it rairingea me privileges of the House of Commons and could not be assented to. After a bri,'f discussion the motion was adopted. Reasons for dissenting from the Lords amend- ment were subsequently drawn up and agreed to.—The House then went into committee upon the Irish Land Bill, and proceeded w;th the consideration of the amendment moved by Mr Gladstone in clause 2, to insert the word at commencement of the clause lfsahzing in holdings not situ at1 in Ulster any usage that prevailed, which in es- sential particulars, corresponded with the tenant right cnstom. The amendment was agreed to and Mr Glad- stone then proposed to oust the whole tilf the clause as it originally stood. This course was objected to and the clause as amended was nesrativpd on the understanding that a new clause was at the proper time to be brought up. On clause three, which provides for compensation in the absence of custom, various ver1 a1 amendments were in- set ti-d at the instance of the Government. Mr Corrance urged that the clause proceeded upon a false basis in re- cognizing the rights of occupation. He moved the omis- sion of the words disturbed in his holding" and the sub- stitution of evicted by, or consequent npon, notice to quit from landlord." Mr Glailstone strongly opposed the amendment on the ground that it would destory the princi- ple of the bill respecting tpnallt on lease who were required to !'•' dependent iu their claim fpr compensation, upon the fact that they had been evicted. After a considerable discussion the amendment was withdrawn. An animated debate arose upon the first of a series of amend- ments, proposed by Mr C. Fortescue with the view of separating the scale of compensation in cases of eviction from that in jases of imprisonment. Dr Ball op- posed the amendments on the ground that they introduced a new principle into the bill, viz., that the damages should be given for the mere fact of eviction, and that the termination of a tenancy was a wrong that ought to be compensated. Mr Gladstone contended that the proposed alterations were in perfect accordance with the original principle and scope of the measure. Mr Disraeli agreed with Dr Ball that the amendments entirely changed the principle of the bill, and he regretted that he had advised his friend not to restrict the second reading of the bill. Ultimately the first amendment of the government, wh;ch was technical was agreed to, and the sitting was adjourned at seven o'clock. The House met again at nine o'clock, when Mr Fawcett, on the motion for going into committee on supply, brought forward his motion for freeing the fellowships of Trinity College, Dnhlin. from religions disabilities. Mr Plumkett seconded the motion, and in doing so accused the Govern- ment of playing a double game in reference to Irish legis- lation, a policy against which he solemnly warned them. The O'Connor Don opposed the motion Mr Gladstone reminded the House of the inconvenience of having to discnss au important question of this kind at the present moment and under existing circumstances. So far as the condition of Ireland was concerned while opposing the motion, upon which be regretted that the forma of the House would not enable bim to move the previous qneftion, he and the Government wonid in due season endeavour to deal with the question in a manner that he hoped wonld be generally satisfactory. Mr Beres- ford Hope thought the motion ought to be withdrawn, and after a speech from Dr. Ball in which he re- plied to the statement of Mr Gla dstone, and expressed the opinion that the hon. member for Brighton ought not to have been reproached for a-k!a? the Government to make a declaration of their policy on an important ques- tion, Sir H. Hoare moved the adjournment of the debate, an,1 after some conversation the House divided, when there were for the adjo-rum^-nt 96, against 232, majority for the Government, 136. Mr R. Torrens moved the adjournment of the House, Mr Gladstone assented and the House adjourned accordingly. — 4
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To-night's Gazette announces fh-it Her Majesty's birthday will be kept, ou Satnrdiv, the 28th of May. Emigration from Livrrpo;)] frr the quarter ending March 31-t—21427, or 638 more iba-i la-t year. The Tablet states that Gtribalhian enlistments are going on rctiv,Iv -tijd drilling of recruits at Terne. The Tablet correspondpnt states that the Pope went to 31inerva on the 26th ult. and appeared in excellent health. John Davies, the foreman of porters at Lliaidilo station, on Llmel!y Railway, was knocked down by a train and killed this morning. Twenty-five stand of arms, cask of revolvers, and ammunition were seized on board a Holyhead steamer at Dublin, to-day. At Leeds Assizes to-day, Wiiliam Peirson Grinder, Ecctasfinld, near Sheffield, was tried for the murder of George Smith, and found guilty of manslaughter. Sentenced to ten years penal servitude. The Rev. J. C. Ryle writes to the Record, "I cannot help thinking that the Church of England ought to do more than it sepm to be doing in support of the Govern- ment Education Biil." A seizure of some cases of arms, rifles, swords, and ball cartridges was made this morning on the North Wall, Dublin. The cases had come from Liverpool. This seizure is the second in two days. The Great Oceanic Telepraph Company (Limited) were summoned to day at the Mansion House for not having a registered office, in compliance with section 39 of the Joint Companies' Act, and the Lord Mayor inflicted a fine of C25. A girl named Bond has committed suicide at Devizes this afternoon. The cause is a disappointment in love. While walking along the canal with her mother she jumped in. The mother was also drowned in trying to rescue her. It is understood Mr Disraeli intends to take advantage of the oppnitnnity affordi-d by the Easter vacation to pay a visit to Perth, where he is expected to be present at a banquet to be given on the 22nd inst., to Sir William Stirling Maxwell, who fur many yens represented the county in Parliament. At Liverpool As-, zes to-day, Mr rernie, ship owner, brought an action for libel against the proprietor of a popular local journal, for an artie'e on losses at sea alleged to refer to the Of-mi Qtieen, belonging to prosecutor. A verdict of guilty was returned. Sentence to be pronounced by the Court of Queen's Bench. In the Norwich Bribery prosecution Mr Pennefather has been acquitted, after the jury had been locked up some time. Hulme, the chemist, was also found guilty, bnt a point of law was reserved, whether the commis- sioners' certificate barred these proceedings and made it possible for Government to prosecute for perjury. Adarin" attempt was made eiily this morning to steal a necklace and other jewellery, valued at ibUOt), from the shop of Mr Attenbons. pawnbroker and jeweller, corner of Chancery Lane. The burglars drilled a hole in the iron shutters, but could not reach the jewellery. No arrest yet made. The election at Newark took place to-day (Friday). The official declaration of the poll gives-Bristowe, 827 Sleigh, 753 Grey, 52. Number of votes on the register, 1,850; reduced by death and other causes, about 50. A great crowd assembled at the declaration, which ended peaceably. Bristowe and Sleigh made speeches. At Clerkenwell police court to-day, a man named Sladen, overlooker of a cotton factory at Mottram, Chester, was charged as a dangerous lunatic at large-he having threatened to murder the Queen. It is said that he had become excited after hearing one of Mr Bradlaugh's o 0 lectures at the Hall of Science, in the East End of London.—Ordered to be detained till his friends are communicated with. A special meeting of the Devonshire Chamber of Com- merce, Earl Fortescue presiding, passed a resolution sup- porting the Government Education Bill, but insisting that children should not be required to attend school after ten years old, and that it is uiijust to charge so large a pro- portion of costs on owners and occupiers of land. A petition was adopted praying that no further additions be made to the burdens on local taxation for imperial pur- poses until further enquiry has been made as to the in- cidence of taxation on real and personal property. There were five important Parliamentary committees to-day. At the Compulsory Pilotage Abolition Committee, Mr Farrar was again all day under examination, and advocates the entire removal of all existing anomalies. The Salmon Fisheries Committee heard the evidence of Mr Cuthbert and Mr Lister, with respect to the Tyne and Tweed fishery, and the necessity of regulaiing the net fishery of the estuary. In the Local Taxation Committee the evidence of Mr Andrews was taken regarding the in- cidence of taxation in Somersetshire. In the Scotch Poor Law Committee, Mr Kemp, the governor of the Edinburgh I d n 0 city gaol, and Mr Alison, the inspector of the Canongate district, described the deplorable state of the vagrants in Edinbro', suggesting a power of detention and restrictive measures. The Burials Committee sat with closed doors.
I TELEGRAMS OF FRIDAY NIGHT,…
TELEGRAMS OF FRIDAY NIGHT, APRIL, 1. I A petition is being prepared by the Duke of Norfolk, Sir Charles Clifford, and Mr Lindale, will be laid for signature before every Roman Catholic congregation in Great Britain, praying the House of Commons not to consent to Mr Newdegate's committee on conventual institutions. 0 A meeting was held in the Rotund, a, Publin, this evening, to protest against the Peace JPreservittion Bill, and resolutions passed caUing on the country to SOppOlt the movement for repeal of Union; and Moore M.P., and Mr Knox be requested to initiate the National movement.
THE MINERS STRIKE IN FRANCE.…
THE MINERS STRIKE IN FRANCE. THE MINERS STRKt<IN FRACE. 1_- I liE CREUZOT, APRIL IST. The strike of the miners maintains its ground, and fresh acts of violence continue to be committed to prevent work being continued. The chief engineer has held a conference with the men, and demonstrated to them that the scale of wages has constantly risen during the last few years. The miners, however, object and state that the salaries at Le Creuzot are insufficient and they insist upon an increase. The attitude of the women is very violent, and stones have been thrown at the troops. Simultaneous groups of women assembled to-day, and invaded coal .11 storehouses, endeavouring to force tne men to ui»u>u- tinne work. The men on strike parade tha works with women and children in front of them in order to disarm opposition and induce their comrades to join them. The troops continue to observe the utmost forbearance and the military have resolved to use every effort to avoid collision. A sqnadron of cavalry has been ordered to Le Creuzot for the dispersion of the rioters if necessary.
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It is stated that the Pope has resolved to reject the proposal of Ali Pacha in favour of the Armedian seces- sionists. It is expected that the third public sitting of the Council will be held on Palm Sunday. NEW YORK, APRIL 1ST. Intelligence from Hayti announces that General Sagen was inaugerated President of the Republic for ten years on the 20th ult. WASHINGTON, APRIL lST.- The members of Con- gressional deligation from Texas have been admitted to their seats in the senate and the House of Representatives. VIENNA, APRIL lst.-The Committee of Reichstrath appointed to consider the resolution proposed by the Gillliciau diet, have at an evening sitting approved the law on obligatory elections for the purpose ot replacing those deputies who have resigned, which law has been referred to them for preliminary discussion, VIENNA, :\PRIL lST.-It is said that immediately after the close of yesterday's sitting of the Lower House, a council of Ministers was held to discuss the position of affairs which had arisen through the withdrawal of the Polish and Sclavonic members from the Reichsrath. It was unanimously resolved to ask the Emperor to sanction the dissolution of those diets, the deputies from which have resigned their seats in the Reichsrath, and to make their continuance dependent on his Majesty's reply.
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MERIONETH QUARTER SESSIONS. I The Easter quarter sessions for the county of Merioneth wera held at the Shire Hall, Dolgelley, on Tuesday and Wednesdav last. The following magistrates were present:—R. Meredyth Richards, Esq., Caervnwch, chairman C. A. Thruston, Esq., High Sheriff, Pennal Towers; O. Richards, Esq., Bala; Henry Robertson, Esq., Crogen Hall; Henry Thomas Richardson, Esq., Aberhirnant; John Pugh, Esq., Aberdovey; Rev. J. Jones, Barmouth; William Jones, Esq., Glandwr; Col. Bunbury, C.B., Abergwrnant; Lewis Williams, Esq., Vronwnion R. J. Ll. Price, Esq., Rhiwlas; H. J. Ellis Nanney, Esq., Hengwruchaf; John Jones, Esq., Vron, Bala; John Vaughan, Esq., Nannan. After the examination of the County Bills and accounts, and the reading of the various reports, the following subjects came under consideration. The Toicyn Lock- Up.-Mr C. A. Tbruston, the High Sheriff, explained that Mr Spaull, of Oswestry, the architect in behalf of the Ynys Estate, who gave the land, said that the completion of this lock-up had better be left until more favourable weather for the work put in. Ventilation oj the County Gaol.- With regard to this vexed question, the Chairman- read the report of Mr William Martin, of Christ Church Buildings, Birmingnam, who suggested that great improvements might be done by acting according to the rough plan he had prepared and which he had forwarded for their consideration and if they approved of it, he would be happy to furnish them with further details with regard to the working of it.—Mr Robertson thought the plan proposed was a very simple and judicious one, and the estimate reasonable. He had looked over it while sitting in the Surveyor's Committee. -Ilr Thruston moved the adoption of Mr Martin's report.—Mr W. Price Jones seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously.—Mr Robertson proposed that was carr i e d unan i mous l y.- Mr Martin should be requested to furnish further details and to have them examined before anything binding was done.—Col. Bunbury, C.B.. suggested that they should have a special meeting to receive the details, as the next quarter sessions would not be before July, which would cause great delay.—Air Robertson said it would be all indoor work, except the chimney.—Mr Thruston proposed and Mr Jones (Vron) seconded that a committee of the visiting justices of the gao: and Mr Robertson should meet to consider the details, which was carried un- animonsly. Gaol Surgeon's Application jor Increase of Salary.— A lengthy letter asking for increase of salary received from Mr J. E. Jones, M.D., the gaol surgeon, was read by the Chairman. Mr Jones stated that he only received f25 a year at present.—The Chairman spoke in high terms of the proficiency and care of the surgeon.—Dr. Pughe, Aberdovey, proposed that the gaol surgeon's salary be increased to JEaO. This was seconded by Dr. Richards, Bala.-A-lr Robertson and Mr Jones, of Glandwr, contended that due notice ought to have been given of the intended application.—Mr Robertson proposed and Capt. Thruston seconded that the gaol surgeon's application for increase of salary be adjourned for further consideration until the next Quarter Sessions, which was carried and the original motion was withdrawn. Removal of the Assizes from Bala to Dolgelley.—Mr Thruston obtained permission to withdraw the motion of which notice had been given by Mr Wynne, of Pennarth, proposing the removal of the assizes from Bala to Dolgelley, which was seconded by Mr Robertson and agreed to.—Rev I John Wynne: Won't you adjourn it sine die ? (Laughter.) I Mr Robertson said if any one would propose that he would second it. Corwcn Loch- Up.-A fewtemporary repairs were ordered to be done to this lock-up. Clerk of the Peace's Salary.-It was agreed that the salary of the Clerk of the Peace (Edward Breese, Esq.) should be increased to 245 a year.—After a little discussion on other matters, which were of no public importance, the court adjourned. WEDNESDAY. I The court was re-opened on Wednesday morning at I eleven o'clock, for the transaction of business for the county. The following magistrates were present :—R. Meredyth Richards, Esq., chairman W. Casson, Esq., Plasyn Penrhyn, and J. E. Parry, Esq., Glyn Hall. The following gentlemen were sworn on the GRAND J UBY. I Mr Griffith Ellis, Dolgelley, Builder, &c., foreman; Messrs F.dward Griffith, Dolgelley, merchant David Evan Hughes, Dolgelley, draper and grocer; William Hughes, Dolgelley, printer Hugh Jones, Dolgelley, merchant; John M. Jones, Dolgelley, merchant; John Jones, Dolgelley, quarry agent; Thomas M. Jones, Dolgelley, gentleman; William Jones, Garth, farmer; Owen Owen, Dolgelley, draper; Humphrey Parry, Felin Llan, farmer and turner; Griffith Price, Carsygarnedd, farmer; Griffith Pugh; Dolgelley, gentleman; Rees Pugh Roberts, Dolgelley innkeeper; Robert Roberts, Caeceirch, farmer; Thomas Roberts, Cross Foxes, inn- keeper; John Williams, turner; Samuel Williams, Hen- I dregefeilliaia, farmer; William Williams, Gwerngraig, farmer Richard Williams, Waterloo-street, dairyeaau; Edward Pearson Williams, Dolgelley, draper. The Chairman briefly addressed the grand jury, saying he was pleased to see such a large number of them present and ready to perform their duties, but he was glad to inform them that there was no business for them to do, the calendar which he had before him being merely a blank form. However, he would keep them a very short time to call their attention to the Vagrant Act that had been under the consideration of the magistrates in this county about twelve months ago, and which had been acted upon very strictly. He hoped that they would give a helping hand in checking vagrancy in the county by making strict enquiries of all tramps respecting their business, and where their answers were unsatisfactory, handing them over to the police or parish constable. There were many persons walking from house to house with pins, laces, &c., as an excuse, and these should be asked to produce their hawker's licenses, and, if they could not do so, treated as vagrants. The cells of the county prison were filled in consequence of these vagrants travelling about the country, many of whom—eight or nine out of every ten—making it their habit to travel at a certain time of the year, and he hoped that they would do their utmost in checking them. Notices had been posted on the roads entering the county that the Vagrant Act would be acted upon with stringency, and he trusted they would be able to keep the vagrants out of Merioneth, and not only out of that county, but out of all the counties of North Wales, and with those few remarks he discharged them with many thanks for their attendance on behalf of the coanty of Merioneth. Attorneys in court:—David Pugh, Esq.; G. Williams, E <' Esq. Edward Walker and W. R. Davies, Esq., Dol- gelley E. Breese, Esq. and Robert Jones, Esq., Port- madoc; William Williams, Esq., Bala. It had been the custom during the former maiden quarter sessions in this county for the Hicrli Sheriff to distribute amongst the magistracy and the members of the legal profession and other officers a number of whits I kid gloves, but it was not done at this court.
CEFN AND RHOSYMEDRE.- I
CEFN AND RHOSYMEDRE. I DEATH FROM EXCESSIVE DRINKING.—pn Monday an inquest was held at the Holly Bush Inn, Cefn, before B. H. Thelwall, Esq., and a respectable jury, of which Mr Richard Aaron was foreman, upon the body of Richard Peake, the landlord of the house. It appears that the de- ceased had been almost a teetotaller for ten days previous to the Bangor races, to which he went and came home the worse for drink. On the following morning, between the hours of ten and eleven, he drank five half pints of brandy. He was taken ill shortly after, and, although he was attended by Dr. Barton, who endeavoured to avert the consequences of the brandy, he died at five o'clock the same afternoon. At the inquest his widow, Mrs Elizabeth Peake, and the servant, Sarah Matthews, gave evidence, and a veriict of "Died from excessive drinking vas re- turned." LITERARY MEEEING.—A literary meeting was held by the Welsh Independent friends of Rhosymedre in the Tabernacle Chapel, Cefn Mawr, kindly lent for the occasion, last Monday evening. The Rev. D. Evans, Barmouth, late of Rhosymedre, presided, supported by the Rev. R. Ll. Owen, Calviuistic Methodist minister; Rev. J. A. Morris, Baptist minister; Rev. E. Hughes, Rev. T. Thomas, Wesleyan ministers and Mr R. Mills, Wrexham, adjudicator of the music. The following is a list of the various subjects given for competition, with the successful candidates :—For the best singing of a Welsh solo Cyflafan y B irdd prize awarded to Iorwerth" out of seven competitors. For the best speech upon The fault of following bad company;" prize awarded to Mr R. Rowland, Rhosymedre, followed by a descriptive recitation by Mr Jones, Cambrian House, A House on Fire," which was rendered most effectively. Mr Morris then gave the adjudication of the essays upon the subject of The duty of church members towards the Sunday school." Several competed; the prize was divided between Mr H. Jarvis and Mr J. Roberts. For the best recitation of any descriptive passage; the successful candidate wag "Pechadur" (Mr Williams, bootmaker). The adjudication was then given by the Rev. R. Ll. Owen npon the poetical composition of six verses on the abilities of G. O. Morgan, Esq., in Parliament, the successful candidate bearing the name of "Morganwg." The prize for the best singing of the duett, "In the Star- light," was taken by Mrs Frith and Mr T. Davies, members of the Cefn Choral Union. For the best read- ing of a piece which was given at the time; successful candidate Horace" (Mr R. Rowland, Rhosymedre). For the best translation of a passage upon singing from the English to the Welsh language the prize was awarded t3 Miss Richards, Garth, out of 34 competitors. The next was a competition for the best speech upon a subject given at the time. The subject was The Cradle;" four competed; the prize was awarded to "Llew Michfeir" (Mr D. Gittins). For the choir who should sing best the tune Gobaith," from E. Stephens and J. D. Jones's, Ruthin, tune-book. A prize of 15s. was offered. Seven choirs competed the prize was taken by the Cefn Choral Union, condacted by Mr R. G. Price. An address was then given by Mr Thomas, followed by the' Rev. R. Ll. Owen's adjudication upon the best love letter (limited to males); the successful candidate was Mr Chas. Edwards, London House, Cefn. Also the same subject (limited to the fair sex), was awarded to Miss Ellis. To the dis- appointment of several parties, the eighth singing test was cancelled from the programme owing to the time not permitting. This very interesting meeting came to a successful close. CHIRK. BEGINNING OF THE END.—On Saturday evening last the members of the Amalgamated Association of Miners, finding that the demands of the Executive Committee were unreasonable, broke up this society by having a sup- per out of the money in hand. The tables were tastefully laid out by Mr and Mrs Boote, and without flattery the repast was everything that could be desired. The mem- bers assembled at seven o'clock, one hundred in number. Supper being over, and the cloth removed, Mr W. LI. Gething very kindly presided, supported by Messrs. J. J. Wvnn, R. Rogers, T. Jones. and T. Mates. Several toasts were given, and some very good songs were snng by Messrs. T. Mates, J. Roberts, J. Tompkins, and J. Davies (who also gave a very amusing recitation).
FUNERAL -OF THE LATE DR. EDMUNDS.I
FUNERAL OF THE LATE DR. EDMUNDS. I On Wednesday last the remains of the above gentleman were consigned to their last resting place in the parish churchyard at Chirk. He had been suffering much from disease of the liver for some time, and about a month ago was advised to leave home, his friends hoping that a change would eftect some improvement. He died in the presence of his family on Saturday morning last,' at Birkenhead, at the house of a friend, where he had called on his way to Buxton. In his profession he was much respected, and every confidence was placed in him whilst as a gentleman his urbanity and suavity of manners made him a general favourite. By his death the district sus- tains a loss which will take some years to replace, and those who knew him intimately have to regret the de- parture of a true friend. The deceased gentleman was a pupil of the late Dr. Rowland, of Wrexham, and succeeded in obtaining his diploma at a very early age. He ailso succeeded the late Dr. Rowland as Regimental Surgeon to the Denbighshire Yeomanry Cavalry, and was held in high esteem both by the officers and members of the regiment, who paid their last tribute of respect by form- ing a guard of honour t" their late surgeon. About six- teen years since be commenced practise in Chirk as successor to Mr Perkins, from whom he purchased the goodwill for a large sum of money, and since that period he has resided in Chirk, in the pursuit of a large practice. He married Miss Birch, daughter of the late Mr Birch, of Marchwiel, who survives him, and by whom he leaves four children. The following was the order of the funeral cortege :— Hev. J. Maude. Dr. Ryton Jones, Wrexham; Mr Alderman Jno. Jones, Wrexham; "Mr Edwin Harrison, Chirk; Mr J. Douglas, Chester. Chief Mourners I Miss Edmunds Master R. Edmunds J. H. Montague Edmunds; Master Harry Edmunds; Mrs Edmunds J. R. Birch, Esa„ Marchwiel. .Friends of the deceased. Chirk Tenantry. St. Peter's Lodge of Grand United Odd-fellows. Chirk Union Friendly Society. Members of the "Wrexham and Llangollen Troops of Yeomanry, under the comniand of Capt. Barnes, Quinta, and Lieut. Black-well. Previous to the corpse being borne from the house the members of the different orders, the Chirk tenantry, friends, and yeomanry formed an avenue from the house of deceased to the church doors. The burial ground and the line of route were filled by a large number of persons from the surrounding district, who behaved in a very orderly manner, and the respect shown at the grave was very great. During the day the bells rang a mnfflud peal, and the whole of the tradespeople and inhabitants showed their respect in a very marked manner. The ser- xice was impressively read by the Rev. J. Maude, the Vicar. The funeral arrangements were under the direc- tion of the undertakers, Messrs Hughes Brothers, The Cross, Oswestry, who gave the highest satisfaction. At the conclusion of the mournful ceremony, the yeo- manry were entertained at a cold collation, at the Hand Hotel, through the generosity of Captain Barnes, who said he should be very happy to meet the members on Sunday next, at half-past ten o'clock, to attend Divine service in the Parish Church, to pay due respect to their late lamented surgeon and his family. The whole of the Yeomanry were supplied with crape armlets by Mr W. Yaughan, tailor and draper, Chirk. DOLGELLEY. I BOARD OF GUARDIANS, Thursday, March 31st.— Present: Lewis Williams, Esq., chairman; R. Meredyth Richards, Esq.; Mr John Jones, Talyllvn; Mr John Edwards, Llanegryn Mr Lewis Jones, Llanelltyd; Mr John Owen, Llangelynin; Mr John Breese, Mallwyd; Rev. E. Lewis, Dolgelley • Col. Bunbury, C.B.; Mr Morris Evans; Mr Robert Williams, Llanaber Mr William Davies, Liaufachreth; and Mr John Owen, Llanegryn. Attendances of the Guardians during the Past Year.- The following is the attendances of the guardians during the year just ended :-Dolgelley Rev. Evan Lewis, 14; Mr David Jones, 15; Mr Hugh Roberts, 13; Mr Edward Jones, 11. Llanaber Mr Richard Williams, 20; Mr Robert Williams, 19. Llanenddwyn Mr Griffith Roberts, 11. Llanddwywe-is-Graig: Mr William Wi liams, 3; Llauddwywe-uwch-Graig Mr Richard Jones, 9. Llan- fachreth: Mr William Davies, 19. Llanelltyd: Mr Lewis Jones, 19. Lianymavcld Ypy Mr R. P. Jones, 10. Mallwyd: Mr John Breese, 16: Mr Robert Jones, 10. Llangelynin: Mr Morris Evans, 14; MrJohnOwen,.15; Llanegryn: Mr John Edwards, 25. Llanfihangel: Mr Owen Owen, 18. Talyllyn- Mr John Jones, 15. Ex- officios: Lewis Williams, Esq., chairman, 19; Col. Bun- bury, C.B., 14; Charles Edwards, Esq., 3; Rev. J. Jones, 5; R. Meredyth Richards, Esq., 15; M. T. Pugh, Esq., 2 John Vaughan, Esq., 4. Collectors and Accounts.—Mr Henry Jones was re-ap- pointed collector for Talyllyn, at a salary of £:18 a year, subject to the approval of the Poor Law Board.—The Clerk said the Dolgelley overseers were £5.4 6s. Id. in arrears, and asked il he should take proceedings against them.-He was instructed to make another effort to get the money before going to extremities. Te Nomination of Guardians.—At the recent vestry tha four retiring guardians were complimented on their past services, and re-nominated for re-election by a very large majority. It now appeared that two out of the four, I viz. the Rev. Evan Lewis and Mr Hugh Roberts, are left ont; the "nominations being Mr Edward Jones, Ship Hotel, and Mr David Jones, tanner, retiring guardians, Mr W. Hughes, printer, Mr John Griffiths, Tynllydiard, Mr David Evanp, Cae-emion, whose nomination was negatived by a considerable majority at the vestry. Against his name, however, appeared the words disquali- fied by insufficient rating, and so a contest was avoided. —In reply to Mr R. M. Richards, the Clerk said there had been no isomination of the two gentlemen sent in to him. The resolution of the vestry could not be recognised. A nomination mast be sent in the proper form, and signed by the nominator. ELLESMERE. AN INSOLENT BEGGAR.-At the Police Court, on Tuesday, before R. G. Jebb, Esq., William Morgan, a ballad singer, was charged with begging, the previous day. Prisoner was begging at Mr E. D. Lloyd's, and as he did not receive anything, he became very insolent, and the police had to be sent for. When ordered off Mr Lloyd's premises, prisoner wished to be addressed like a gentleman, and not like a dog.In answer to Mr Jebb, prisoner said he sometimes sang ballads, and sometimes hymns, just as it suited his audience at the present time he was returning from Bangor races.—Prisoner was dis- charged and ordered to leave the town. POLICE COURT, WEDNESDAY.—Before Rev. W. C. E. Kynaton.-Henry Lloyd, alias Cuckoo, an old offender, was charged by Police-constable Griffiths with being drunk and annoying people the previous day. Fined 5s., and 9i. costs.-William Jones, alias 11 Happy William," was charged by Police-constable Ford with being drunk and incapable iu the streets on Tuesday. In reply to the magistrates, defendant said he came to the pleasure fair, and got too much, and could not help it. Fined 5s., and 6s. costs.—Edwin Evans, alias The Cat," was charged by S. Duncan with being drunk and disorderly, and refus- ing to quit the Red Lion. It appears that the landlord would not allow any drink to be drawn, and, in con- sequence, Evans kicked np a great disturbance. The landlord sent for the police. S. Duncan, on arriving, ordered defendant away, but he lefused to quit, and had to be turned out by force. Fined 5s., and 7s. costs. Allowed a fortnight to pay. SPECIAL SERVICES.—A week of special services are be- ing held in the church, which commenced on Sunday last. The vicar gave an account of these services on Sunday evening last, and urged upon all to assist in the further- ance of Christ's kingdom. On Monday evening the Lord Bishop of Wellington preached an excellent discourse from the 9th chapter of the Acts, and the latter clause of the 11th verse. He afterwards gave an address to the church helpers and friends. On Wednesday evening another ser- mon was preached by the Rev. C. Atherton. This gentle- man also gave an excellent address to young women pre- vious to the service, wkich from what we hear is calculated to do a great deal of good. The Rev. R. Twigg likewise gave an address to the young men at the conclusion of the service. Thursday, holy communion was administered in the morning at eight o'clock, by the Rev. James Hook. Friday (yesterday), there was morning prayer at eight o'clock a.m.; Litany at twelve o'clock and service at half-past seven p.m., a sermon to be preached by the Rev. W. W. How, of Whittington. Saturday (to-day), morning prayer at eight o'clock a.m.; service at half-past seven, when the Bishop of Lichfield will preach. We trust that such an effort by the ministers of the church will prove beneficial to the hearers, and lead to good results. COMPLIMENTARY SUTPPER.—Mr Allinson, brewer, of this town, entertained a party at the Red Lion Hotel, on Thursday evening week, as a treat to those who had been engaged in the erection of his brewery, and also at a more recent date of a pump. The supper was laid out in the farmers' room which was very prettily decorated, and the spread was certainly very good, the cooking depart- ment being entirely under the superintendence of Mrs Pearce, who, on this occasion, deserves the greatest credit; in fact, everything was beautifully set ont, and a sumptuous spread it was. Everything was praiseworthy, and the waiting arrangements admirable. The generoas founder of the feast, Mr Allinson, was the president for the evening, and the vice-president, his commercial re- presentative, Mr John Pay. On the right of the president was Mr Wyatt and Mr A. H. Pritchard, and on the left Mr Davison and Mr Parry, Middle. The following friends and tradesmen were also there :—Mr Wm. Lloyd, Mr D. Boote, Mr Foulkes, Mr D: Davies, Mr John Jones, Mr Robinson, Mr Clay, sen., Mr Clay, jun., Mr Evans, Mr S. Owen, and Mr Pearce, landlord. The following gentlemen also came in after BlIpper :-rr Parry (Weston) Mr E. D. Lloyd (Ellesmere), and Mr Davies (Ellesmere). The following are the workmen and parties in the employ of Mr Allinson who sat down to supper, viz., Abraham Davies, R. Bellingham, W. Rutter, G. Harry, H. Gleaves, J. Chidlow, J. Peate, T. Harris, T. Matthews, W. Foulkes, and Joseph Read. PETTY SESSIONS, MONDAY, April 5tb.-Before R. G. Jebb, Esq., and the Rev. W. C. E. Kynaston. Parish constables was appointed for the parishes of Ellesmere, Welshampton, and Hordley. Drunlwnness.-George Elliot, labourer, Ellesmere, was charged by Sergeant Duncan with being drunk and ia- capable in Ellesmere on tke 30th ult. Defendant did not appear. Fined 5s. and costs. This was his sixth offence. Assault.-Henry Rolands was charged by Joseph Peel with assaulting him at Mr Butler's, of Hordley. Defendant did not appear. Complainant said Rolands struck him a blow cn the eye without any provocation he was Mr I Butler's servant. Rolands had no business whatever on the premises, and it was not the first time he had come there and made a disturbance. Fined zCl, including costs in default 14 days. Transfer of Liceitee.-From Mr Foulkes, Cross Keys, English Frankton, to John Hughes. BOARD OF GUARDIANS, TUESDAY.—Present: R. G. Jebb, Esq., chairman Mr T. Thomas, vice-chairman R. C. Cotton, Esq., E. Peel, Esq., Rev. W. C. E. Kvnaston, Messrs E. D. Lloyd, W. Brewster, J. Cure- ton J. Thomas, J. Birch, E. Edwards, J. Griffiths,- Lee, E. Williams, J. Wardle, J. Bateman, Samuel Griffiths Mr Stant, clerk. The minutes of the last meeting were read and con- firmed. Out Relief and Pig-keeping.-During the relief busi- ness a woman named .Jones, living at Dadleston, applied for relief. At the last Board the guardians reduced her relief from 8s. to 4s.—The applicant said she could not live upon the money she bad five small children, and her husband was not able to do any work, as he was a cripple he certainly had been picking stones for Mr liempster, tor wnicn ne received 4a. a aay.—An answer to the Board, the applicant stated that they had still in their possession a donkey and cart, and two small pigs if it were not for those, she would not be able to pay the rent, which was upwards of Z2 per annum.—Mr J. Thomas proposed that Is. additional be allowed.—Mr S. Griffiths did not think it was right to give relief as long as people had live stock about them the Poor-law Board was instituted for the destitute.. Many of the ratepayers could not afford to keep pigs.—Mr J. Thomas Propose an amendment ?—Mr S. Griffiths: I don't want to be hard upon the people; they are poor enough.The additional shilling was granted. A 11 Methodie Parson's" Relief.-Edward Ellis, of Overton, 47 years of age, who was in receipt of 4s. weekly, applied for the same to be continued. This was the case to which Mr S. Griffiths called attention at; the last Board. Mr Cotton handed to the chairman a, letter which he had received from the Rev. Mr Mackenzie on the subject. The letter was to the effect that the appli- cant had one son at home when the complaint was made, but he had now gone to work at Bangor the other two sons ware also in work. The reason the boys were so well dressed was owing to a natural inclination on their part to be tidy.—Mr Griffiths, in answer to a question put by Mr Brewster, said the young man had gone from home through his (Mr Griffiths's) interference.—Mr Brewster: Very proper, too.—Mr Griffiths If the letter just read had been a public letter, I should have h&d a few remarks to make on the subject; the fact of Mr Mackenzie's inter- fering with the affair of the paupers is a slur upon the gnardian for that parish.—The Vice-Chairman thought the information ought to have come from the relieving- officer in the first instance.—Mr Griffiths I made an offer to Mr Mackenzie the other day. to pick out twenty paupers in the parish, and I would name twenty rate- payers who were poorer than the paupers.)Ir Williams said one of Eilis's sens was with him, and received JE9 per year the son who was a saddler got 2s. 5d. a week and the other one had engaged at 12s. per week.—Mr Griffiths thought if Sllis got relief,, tha sons ought to be made to pay it.—A discussion took place, during which it I was stated that the applicant was able to work at times but when he was working, he expected to get the same wages as able-bodied men.—Th« applicant was called in, and in answer to the Board, said such statements were not true he codd not go anywhere except someone was- with him. Ho- did not know whether any gentlemea would like to give him work, and employ another person to look after him.-Afr J. Thomas was of opinion that the applicant coald not do without relief, and suggested that each of the 30ns be required to pay Is. a week to the support of their father, and the Board make up the difference.—Mr S. Griffiths: Ellis is not starving any more than many of the ratepayers who are not receiving relief.—Mr Griffiths proposed, and it was secouderl by Mr Bateman, that 2s. per week be allowed, and tie sons repay the same to the Roarcl.-As an amendment, Mr Cotton proposed, and it was seconded by Mr.1. Thomas, that 4s. per week be allowed, and the sons be required to repay 2s. per week to the Board.—On being put to the vote,. Mr Cotton's amendment was carried by eight votes to six.—Mr S. Griffiths: You would have heard some- thing more of that gentleman (meaning Ellis's son) if the young one had not died, and he a Methodie parson," too. (Langhter.) Fa?r<ttt?.—The nnmber of v?rants relieved during the past week was 46, against 78 in the corresponding week last year. The Waahhouse, &c.-Ten(lers for the proposed altera- tions were received by the Board, but the matter was referred back to the House Committee; in order that proper specifications might be prepared. The Wash "-Mr Bateman called attention to the wash" belonging ta the house. It was agreed by the Board that, if possible, the same should be let by tender the ensuing quarter. Inspector of Nuisance.-N,fr Wardle gave notice that, at the next Board, he should bring forward the subject of dividing the district of the nuisance inspector. The Matter of Geography.-Tiie Clerk said he had received a letter from the Poor-law Board, acknowledging the receipt of the reply to their last letter, and stated that the reply was perfectly satisfactory. This being the last meeting before the election, the new guardian, Mr Griffith, proposed a vote of thanks to the chairman and vice-chairman for the efficient manner in which they had presided over the Board during the past year. I This terminated the business. I GARTH TREVOR. TONIC SOL-FA CLASS.—A concert was held at the Cal- vinistic chapel, Garth, on Thursday evening week, by the Garth tonic sol-fa class, under the leadership of Mr Hugh Davies. The following pieces were sung by the inass in a most satisfactory manner:—"Y wlad o fythoi hedd," Clodforweh yr Arglwydd," Syria, Molwch yr Arg- lwyd," Ar lan yr Jorddonen," t" Mor felus fydd cael myn'd ir nef." Songs with accompaniment:—"Pwy yw'r blin bererin acw," J. Jones Saf dros y Gwir," H. Davies Plentyn barh," H. Davies; Mae llais o'm mewn yn dwevd," H. Davies Ewch i'r ysgol sul," J. Jones. The class was put to a severe test on the modn- 1 itor; they atao sang at first sight a psalm tune in a very creditable manner, and reflected great credit on their teacher. Several brief addresses were delivered by the chairman (Mr Evans, Garth), and other friends present. A handsome present was made to Mr Davies by the class (metronome, worth 30s), as a token of their good feelings towards him. The following were presenter' with certifi- cates (they having won them previously) :—Elementary, Robert Davies, Edwin Jones, John Roberts, David Roberts (10 years of age) intermediate, John Jones, and loan Edwards. A vote of thanks was passed to the chair- man and Mr W. Davies, Cefn, for their services, which terminated the meeting. HA WARD EN. HAWARDEN CKICKEX CLUB.—It having been thought desirable to establish a ericket club at Hawarden, a large number of gentlemen met on the 28th, ult., at the Glynne Arms Hotel, to take such steps as might be deemed necessary for that purpoee. The following gentlemen were elected as officers of the club for the ensuing year— President: Sir S. R. Glynne, Bart.; vice-president: F. Thompson, Esq.; committee Hen. W. a Court, Mr C. Davidson, Mr A. Neville, Mr B. Davey, Mr G. Spencer; treasurer: Mr J. Ratcliffe; secretary Mr C. Cogan. Sir Stephen R. Glynne, Bart., very kindly placed a portion of his beautiful anJ extensive park at the disposal of the committee and steps have already been taken for putting the ground in good order. The approaching season will commenee on Easter Monday.
-DESTRUCTIVE FIRE AT PARK…
DESTRUCTIVE FIRE AT PARK FARM. I On Saturday morning, at a quarter-past one o clock, the I shepherd attached to Park Farm, occupied by Mr John Griffiths, and situate about half-a-mile from Broughton Church, discovered one of the stacks, which stood in the centre of three others, in the stackyard to be on fire. He immediately aroused the inmates, and an alarm was given amongst the neighbours. A messenger was dispatched on horseback to Chester, where the alarm arrived at a quarter- past two. Superintendent Noblet, with a good number of firemen, obtained horses and started off for the scene of the fire. In the meantime the fiimes spread rapidly to the adjoining stacks, until three stacks of wheat and one of oats were one mass of fire. The neighbours had come in large numbers when the alarm was given, and they used all the means at their command to extinguish the flames, but without success. The wind fauned the flames upon the outbuildings close by, and a Dutch bay, in which was stored a quantity of straw, was quickly in a blaze. The fire extended to the engine-house, barn, and shippons, an 1 the roofs soon fell in and gutted the buildings. The engine-house contained some valuable machinery used for agricultural purposes, and it is damaged so much that it will be useless. In the upper storey of one of these buildings was a great quantity of threshed wheat, which was either spoiled or destroyed. The homestead is close to these buildings, and fears being entertained that it too would share in the general conflagration the household furniture was removed as quickly as possible, and in the huiry of removal mcch damage was done to it. This was the state of affairs when the engine from Chester arrived. The firemen directed their efforts to check the spread of the flames to the shippons (from which the cat la was safely removed) and to the farmhouse. This they suc- ceeded in doing, and also in putting out the fire in the already burning buildings. A supply of water sufficient for the purpose was obtained from a pool in the farm-yard, but had the fire beea more extensive than it was, it is doubtfnl whether there would have been enough of water to extinguish it. The three wheat stacks and the stack of oats were burnt to the groGud, and tii-, buildings to which the fire was confined are a complete wreck, there being nothing standing but the walls. From two to three thousand measures of wheat are detroyeiÏ or damaged, and although no correct estimate has been made of the damage it is expected that it will not be far short of £ 5,000. A mare, valued at 260, was in a compartment of the Dutch bay. In the hurry it was forgotten that the animal was there till accidently found. She was burnt about the head, and though alive on Suuday no hopes were entertained that she would live. No injury was done to the other cattle on the farm. The building was insured in the Alliance, and th« grain, &za., in the Yorkshire Offices. The Park Farm is owned by Sir Stephen CHynue, Bart., and has been occupied by Mr John Griffiths, son of Mr Griffiths, of the Rake Farm, for some years. There are good reasons for supposing that the fire is too work of an incendiary. Mr Griffiths speaks in high terms of his neighbours, who rendered all the assistance they could. HOLYWELL. THE WATERWORKS.—At a large meeting of the rate- payers on Monday night, the vicar in the chair, it was resolved that as a private company were willing to under- take the erection of waterworks without attempiiiig to infringe on the rights and privileges of the Local Board, the matter should be left to them, and no money spent by the board on such a scheme. Mr Pilkington, of Wrex- ham, attended, and explained the iutentims of the company and the working of his scheme. PETTY SES-SIONS. TUESDAY.—Overseei-s and constables were appointed for the parishes of Holywell and Whitford, and the accounts of the Surveyor of Highways received. The license of the Talbot Inn, Well-street, was transferred to Edward Jones, formelly of Qneen's Head, Greenield.- Peter Jones, a youth, was fiued 5s. and costs for annoying Evan Jones, Bagillt, and assaulting him. Defendant, it appeared was leader of a gang of lads who made it their practice to pull down shutters and play other practical jokes in the village.—Joseph Williams, Black ECIY ILn, was fined 2s. 6d. and 8s. 6d. costs for allowing a cart to travel without having his name on it.—Thomas Parry, N ewmarket,;was fined 2(1s. and costs for searching after game without a license, near Plasmawr.-A. similar charge against Samuel Thomas and John Jones was dismissed. MIMERA. NATIONAL SCHOOLS.—These schools were examined by the Rev. H. Smith, one of her Majesty's inspectors of schools, on the 8th ult., and passed a very successful examination. The day proved fine, and of the whole number to be presented for examination only one was absent. The following is the inspector's report:—" Boys' Sc/iool Decided progress has been made in this school during the past year. The elder boys are intelligent, and well taaght. In geography and grammar they answered well." The writing also of the three lower standards was highly commended by the inspector. G,,rls' School This is in all respects a good school. Both order aud teaching are creditable to the mistress. The children repeated poetry with fair emphasis and expression." There was only one iailure throughout the school, and that- occurred in arithmetic, 100 per cen t, having passed in the other subjecta. The inspector expressed himself pleased with the reading and writing o the giris, and with their answers-in geography. NORTHOP. EETTY SESSIONS, MONDAY, 4th inet.—Before Ll. F. Lloyd, Esq., C. B. Citugh, Esq., and Major Roper. Shocking Inhumanity to a Child,- Phoebe Joner, appeared to an adjourned summons, charging her with cruelly neglectiag and ill-treating, an illegitimate child, named John Parry, at Halkin. The case was before the magistrates on the 24th of Febroary, and was postponed for further orideace.—Mr E. J. Davies, clerk to die guardians of the Holywell Union,, prosecuted, and in laying the case before the bench he said the guardians were not particularly desirous that their worships should make a seTere example of the defendant, but they felt called upon to let the people who took children into their care know that they could not ill-treat them wish im- punity. He had reported to the guardians the result of I the proceedings on the first hearing of the case, and they instrøted him to institute further proceedings. Since I the first hearing he had, after considerable difficulty, found out a witness who would prove that whea the child was first brought to Phcebe Jones, it had no marks of violence or ill-treatment, and were it not thab the neigh- bours of the defendant were somewhat in ierror of her and her husband, there wonld be no difficulty in bringiag forward any amount of evidence to prove that the child while under the care of the accused was raost cruelly and shamefully neglected. He should be able to prove the 1 tate in whioh the child was, when it was first handed over to the defendant's care, and that when she had kept it for three weeks or a month, she b-oualit it baùk to the workhouse in a state too horrible to describe, the little infant being one mass of bruises from head to foot, and having several deep scars and cuts on its little face, while on different parts of its body there were evident marks of fearful burns, which are yet painfully to be witnessed and had it not been for the constant and watchful care of Mrs Hughes, the matron, the child in all probability would not have survived the injuries it received. He (Mr E. J. D.) had, he regretted to say, a painful duty to perform in bringing the case home to the accused having been compelled to subp<ia her own little boy of nine years of age, to give evidence against his mother, who had repeatedly told his schoolmates (one of whom he would also call as a witness) that he had seen his mother most cruelly ill-treat the child-whether their worships would hear evidence from such youthful lips, it wns for them to decide. He would tell their worships that he bad seen her actually hold the child under the fire nd rake hot cinders over his boiy. (Sensation in court.) r;he marks at present upon the body clearly indicated that the stutement was correct.—Mr Davies then called Mrs Anne Hughes, matron of the Holywell Workhouse, who said she remembered the child being born. The mother'a name was Harriet Parry. The child left the workhouse a few weeks before Christmas, when the mother had an opportunity of leaving for service. It was then in an ordinary state of health, though pale in complexion. There were no sores upon it. When it was brought back however, it was shockingly abused, and when she (the matron) asked how it had happened, the defendant said her children had thumped it, and that she was not going to keep it any longer for nothing. The child was badly cut over the right eye, its lower lip was cut through, both eyes were as black as they could be, as also were his legs, and the lower back part of the body showed marks of severe burns. Altogether it was reduced to such a state that it could not lie down. They had to take great care of the child for a fortnight after it was received in the house.—Mary Lloyd, the nurse at the workhouse, gave similar evidence after which, Sarah Jones, of Berthddu, was called, and stated that she remembered Harriet Pairy bringing a child to the defendant's house, but she could not say that it was the child m question, nor could she say it bore no marks of ill-usage upon its face. She did not like to stare at it.—Mr Davies said that the wit- ness had told him, in the presence of Mr Hughes, the master of the house, that she noticed the child to be in a healthy condition, and had no marks upon it.—The wit- ness, however, maintained the evidence she now gave.- Mr Davies then said he had subpoenaed Thomas Jones, the defendant's son, but be was not now in court.- Thomas Jones, father of the boy, said his name was John Thomas Jones that he was only five years of age, and consequently be thought he was too young to be brought forward as a witness.— The Chairman said that was nothing less than an evasion of the law, and made the case look all the more suspicious.-A question then arose as to the production of the little boy.Ilr Rnper said they could not go on with the charge of assault without further evidence, but they had already enough to support an indictment for neglect.— The little boy, Thomas Jones, was ultimately sent for, a policeman nnd car being sent to Halkyn Mountain and an attempt was made by his father and mother to speak to him, and dictate what he was to say to the bench. Inspector Hughes, however, prevented this, and the little boy's evidence was lken without the oath being administered. It was very evident the little fellow had been well tutored.—He said be knew the little boy, Johnny," and had played with him when he was at his mother's house. Had never been fighting with him, and saw no one else but his little brother (a child in arms) doing so. He used to fall down con- tinually, but he never saw him bnrnt. Once, when he fell, he hurt his cheek. Ee knew Johnny Wilcock, bnt had never told him that his mother raked cinders on little Johnny."—Wilcock was then called, and spoke to such a statement having been made to him by the last witness.—The Chairman then said, addressing the accused and her husband This case has been very carefully gone into, both to-day aud at the previous meeting, and it haD been proved, to the satisfaction of the magistrates, that the child has been grossly ill-treated while under jour roof, and you are responsible for neglecting it, or allowing it to be so ill-treated. It is very painful to us to have to make an example of you, but we must do it, if we are to do justice and act with propriety towards poor infants. We have the power to fine you JE5, but we have reduced it to JE2, which you must pay, with 16s. costs, er go to gaol for one month with hard labour. We hope this will be an example to you, that little children, and particularly pauper children, shall not be neglected.—The defendant's husband applied for time, and was allowed a foituight to pay the money. RHOSLLASLERCHRUGOG. MINERS' MEETING.—An important miners' meeting was held in the British Schoolroom, eL Saturday last. The chair was occupied by Mr Savage, and that gentleman, Mr Halliday, Mr Lester, aud Mr Rone delivered addresses explaining the objects of the Amalgamated Union. Many of those colliers who had seceded promised to rejoin the union, and to carry out its rales. WREXIIA:I INFIRMARY.—On Wednesday, the secretary and two of the members of the committee of the above insti- tution visited the different clergymen a.id ministers at Rhos. The object was to endeavour to have sermons preached and collections made cn behalf of the Infirmary, the funds of which, at present,. are in a low condition. We are glad to say that the proposal was warmly acceded to, ani tbit arrangements will be made to have simul- taneous collections in the church and different chapels one Sunday in the present month. SINGULAR AcCIDENT.-One day last week, a little girl, daughter of Richard Davies, who lived in a one-storied bonsp in Eiiih-street, Rhos, in the performance of her household duties cleared out xcupboard, in order to clean it. In this cupboard was a small quam ty of gnnpowder, which the little girl thoughtlessly put into an oven in tlae next room, where her blind mother lay ill in bed. The next day a lire was put under the oven, and, as a natural eonsoqni nee, the powder exploded, blowing off the roof, and doing other damage, bc-sides almost killing the old woman widi fright. It is, however, fortunate that no one was hiii t. CONCERT.—A very successful concert was held at Rhos on Tuesdav week. The chair was occupied by Mr W. Griffiths. The glee party was under the leadership of Mr H. Griffiths. Addresses were delivered, at intervals, by Messrs William Williams, J. Griffiths, L-Lri. The following programme was gone through :—Glee, "Dtew Gwch," glee patty sonir, "The White Squall," Mr Thomas Jones; song, Margerie's almanack," Miss Savage; chorus, Haste ye nymphs," glee party solo, No nn- hallow Enock Bellis, song and chorus, Cartref/' Mr David Jones; trio, li Don't look at me," Mr R. Jones and party somic song, "Whitechapel swell," ao. Mr Jno. Savage glee, From Oberon," glee party address; silee, Pan fo mantell ddwy nos," glee party; song, Children's voices," Miss Savage song, The village blacksmith," Mr Thomas Jones glee," The emi- grant's appeal," glee party; duett, I'll meet thee in the lane," Miss Savage and Mr F. Owen glee, Comrades' song of hope," glee party comic songs, Tassils on her boots" end Haven't yon seen my missus," Mr Jno. Savage glee, See tae chariot ac hand," glee party and Een wlad fy nhadau." RUABON. CHU:><RH RATE.—The churchwardens have published their first list of promised annual subscriptions in lieu of the church rate. Many of the subscribers have agreed to pay the same amounts as the rate, whilst others have in- creases it. Under the old syt"'m of compulsion about £ 70 was collected, whilst the voluntary principle bids fair to double it, the amount being already £940. TEB CHURCH.—Sunday was the last time divine service will be held in the old parish church. Both in the room- ing and evening there were very large congregationa and collections were made in aid of the restoration fnnds. The schools are to be spated with chairs for the services during the restoration. Ic is now arranged that the building shall be thoroughly restored, the walls, roof, seats, columns, &c.. in fact all bat the steeple. At the re-openi. the ser.ts will be free and unappropriated, and the choir and organ will be neir the chancel. "FRIENDLY SOCIETIES AND THE DOCTORS.—A committee of the Amalgamated Friendly Societies took place at the Wynnstav Arms, on Monday iast, and amongst otaar tran- sactions it wa&decided that men in the works not belonging io any society should have the same privilege of snbscribing CO the doctor as the members themselves. It was alsotbought proper to postpone the general meeting at the Rhos to 'I J. 'I ,"j I. 'I J. 'I I 'I.. 'I April lbth instead or ine run, tnat aay heing the great fair day at Wrexham. The committee will have another meeting on Monday, the 11th inst., at the Wynnstay Arm?, Ruabon. SUPPFR.-Upwards of thirty gentlemen sat down to an excellent supper in honour of Mr Woodftu,g marriage to Miss Payne, on Wednesday evening at the Wynnstav Arms. Amongst those present we noticed Nlr G. Edwards, Trevor House; Mr W. H. Hughes, Plaskynaston Foundry; Mr G. Street, Ruabon; Mr R. Lloyd Mr Grit-sser, Plaskynr.s- ton Chemical Works Mr Barratt, Fig Tree Cottage; Rev. H. Humphreys, Rnabon Dr. Roberts Dr. Jones Mr Joseph Owens, M'oreton Farm Mr David Jones, Cross Foxes Mr Williams, church contractor; Mr Rothwell, Mr Mr T. Walker, Mr T. B. Vansrhan, Mr T. Roberts, Mr Boston, &c., &c,. After the removal of the cloth Mr McGregor of Chester occupied the chair, being supported on his right and left by the Rev. R. Humphreys Kid Dr. Roberts, and Dr. Jones was vice-chairman. The usual loyal toasts were proposed and appjopriately ackno wledged. The health of the bride and bridegroom was proposed by the ehairmaa, who in doing so, spoke in high terms of Mr Woodfin and his bride, and bAving expressed good wishes for their fstnre welfare called upon the party to drink the toast wita all honours. H is needless to say that it was heartily responded to. A most pleasant evening was spent enlivened by voluntary songs on the part of Mr. Street, Mr Allen, Dr Jones, tic chairman, Mr T. Griffiths, Mr Banati, Mr Boulton, and Mr Joseph Owens. The t^a^t of the host and hostess (Mr and Mrs Allen), for their crooil st,)rea(l. called forth a heaixv and appreciative cheer. k large, concourse of people assembled at the church to witaess the arrival of the bridal party referred to ab.ve. After the ceremony, which was con- ducted by th& Rev. H. Humphreys, the number cf specta- tors grei.tly increased, completely liamg the street. The bells also pealed forth a morry strain throughout the day. In the afternoon iha bride and bridegroom left .n ro!J.!c for London4