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THE EMPRESS OF AUSTRIA will be in Cheshire 0n hL'r halW hunting-ground next week. We jiear that these expeditions with the expenditure jjioiirrei make her profoundly unpopular among tile Viencse, who cannot see the sense of fox- hunting at all, much less on such a far cry as thi.
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1111F MEMBERS FOR FLINTSHIRE, both county aiul boroughs, delivered able addresses at St. on Monday, which will be read with interest by their constituents from Rhyl to Overton, as well as by the general public. Exceptional interest is manifested In Lord chard Grosveaor's speech, ir< r.iujjli as it touches with more than ordinary .,nphasis upon the probable course of the Government with jvtftf'J to the present position of Ireland. His lordship's position in the Government gives IlIdTè importance to his utterances than can attach to those of private members.
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Tut: ACTHOK OF 11 It is never too late to nioud might have done worse than in writing a letter suggesting to three millions of Jews trembling for their life in Russia to move off in a body from Russia, and so begin another Exodus from another House of Bjndage. Not t,. touch on the prophecies, a confessedly ob- scure subject, it seemed to so cool a judge as Addison a century and a half ago that the Jews must be preserved for some future, and yhat that future is the return from captivity will alone explain. The present is in a word an opportunity which may not soon occur again. I
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A < OURESPONDENT this week calls the atten-1 of our readers and legislators to the Law of Limited Liability with a view to its amendment. The emendation he suggests and which he also credits us with suggesting over two years since, is that directors should be personally liable for all goods bought, over and beyond the available assets of the company. This appears to be a very reasonable and equitable principle for embodiment in our limited liability laws, and the writer makes out a good case for the alter- ation As we have no local chamber of commerce where such points can be discussed, we are able to appreciate the service our corres- pondent renders, in so ably bringing the question forward in our columns.
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Tnouiai THE ALLIANCE between the Liberals and tenant farmers in the North hiding of Yorkshire has not resulted in winning a seat, it has proved a moral victory of the strongest character. In a constituency numbering 20.000 electors and polling just 16,000, the Conserva- tive candidate only secured a majority of 386. This result in contesting a Conservative seat. which was left unfought at the general election of 18SO, and where no contest has taken place since the adoption of Vote by Ballot, is, in sporting phrase, a moral, which is most cheering with regard to the future. Yorkshire- men, Liberals and Conservatives, are sufficiently far north to understand and profit by the lesson. Apathetic Liberals are now regretting that they did not pile on the comparatively few votes necessary to victory, and will in future give the register the attention it has not hitherto received. Though Mr Dawnay is now the elected member, Mr Rowlandson can hardly be called a defeated candidate.
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THAT THE CONSERVATIVE PARTY in Parlia- ment will oppose the Government on its Parlia- ineiitary Procedure policy goes without saying. Sir Stafford Northcote last week, as well as other speakers on the same side this week, indicate that such is to be the role when Parlia- tneiit meets. We know, however, that the Government will have the support of the country in pressing their measure even should it necessitate an appeal to the constituencies. If we wish Parliament to carry out such legislation as is necessary to meet modern requirements we must be prepared to support such changes in the legi slative machinery as will enable the Govern- ment to do the work, and to do this it is necessary by being prepared to give an over- whelming expression of opinion in the event of a dissolution. Liberals will do well to be pre- pared for such an eventuality one fore- shadowed as not improbable by Mr Chamberlain on a recent occasion, though we trust not necea- sary to the carrying of a reform of our Parlia- mentary procedure.
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BURIAL SCANDALS, or difficulties. have not yet quite ceased out of Wales, nor has Mr Osborne Morgan quite done his work in de- creasing the troubles which beset the dead Dissenter in the disposal of his body. Monday week witnessed a scene in Newmarket Church- 'ard, which showed that if it was "God's yard, some man chose to dictate to the con- sciences of some of God's people, and would hHe forced upon unwilling hearers a service which they did not approve of. Mr Williams, the Vicar, is, we believe, a young a-id perhaps impetuous man, who, on that score alone, might have given way to an old grey headed man such as Mr B. Hughes, of St. Asaph, is but because hr thought there was an informality, Mr Williams stood upon his rights, and like- shall we say-a good shepherd, objected to any I other spiritual ministrations but his own. But all honor to the Rev. B. Hughes and the friends of the deceased, they dared the 1 the terrors of the law for" brawling," and though still in jeopardy of the law, and perchance imprisonment, we believe Mr Hughes still enjoyed his retirement at home not far from St. Asaph Cathedral. We should not, perhaps, have noticed this Newmarket event had it not been for a very mild kind of t scene which took plae3 at Denbigh last Monday. On that day, according to previous notice, the body of a favorite daughter of an old and respected family of Independents, long resident In Denbigh, was to be buried at Whitchurch, as was intended and expected, with a Noncon- formist service, and two Independent ministers (one from Birkenhead) were prepared to conduct, it. There happened, however, to be one fatal objection to this course. The deceased, although a native of it, died out of the parish, and although the new rector did not actually decline it, yet he so strongly represented to the grieving family that they had no right to bury there, that to save any unpleasantness at a time when all should be peace, and nobody (except the parsons) is inclined for war, the family gave way and to their great grief, and to the dis- appointment of a very large number of friends I of the deceased, the family, and the church she belonged to, the two able ministers were put to I silence, and the rector sent his young curate to perform a ¡"vicc which was cold and comfort- less, if not worse, under the circumstances. What shall we say to these things ? If this is the way in which ministers of God behave at a time when comfort, consolation, and charity is most needed, it shows that even mild and good men like the new Rector of Denbigh should not be trusted with an arbitrary power over the dead bodies of their countrymen, much less such "gentlemen" as the valiant Knight of New- market. I
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FEW PEOPLE WILL SUPPOSE that her Majesty's Ministers are inclined to welcome very fervently the near approach of the Parliamentary session, for the prospect is certainly not of a character to exhilarate. Statesmen of the Gladstone, Bright, and Chamberlain class would be ani- mated and invigorated by having under their charge some great measure of reform, demanded by the popular voice, supported by a Parlia- mentary majority, and not obstructed by merely factious resistance and the enthusiasm of such Ministers for new work would be increased by distinctly manifested public approval of their recent labors. But the Gladstone Ministry happens to be in power at a time and under circumstances when there is no such encourage- ment to arduous legislation. The great measure on land tenure in Ireland, which the Government carried through so toilsomely last session, and on account of which so many other subjects were deferred, was too complicated and technical to excite any ardour in the popular mind. The public passively sanctioned- one might almost say reluctantly tolerated it, as an invalid's friends would allow a critical operation to be performed upon him by surgeons. As in respect to such a pro- fessiolial performance, ordinary people's appre- j ciatioii of Irish land legislation depended almost entirely on the result of the labor. Well, we It t hardly say that the result has not yet been SO satisfactory as to excite general approval and admiration. Ministers come to their work this session with the consciousness that last year's work may rather redound to their credit in the j future than it will add to their prestige at present. Then there is really no prominent great work of legislation demanded just now by public opinion-none which arouses national enthusiasm. What the country ia expecting, and even demanding, is the passing of various second-rate measures, some of them rather of a social than a political character. The general legislative business of the country is, in fact, in arrear, and claimants for relief or assistance appear on all sides. As contented interests welcome the accession of a Conservative Ministry, because they expect it to leave them undisturbed, so discontented ones hail the advent of a Liberal Government, because they all expect it to do something" for them. But it is even easier to earn a nation's approba- tion by passing some great measure demanded by public opinion than to satisfy sectional interests by carrying minor reforms. But the least inspiriting labor of a ministry is to attempt the passing of measures important in magnitude without being of a character to evoke enthusiastic popular support. A trio of such has been men- tioned as likely to appeal on the Ministerial programme for this Session-namely, bills to amend the Merchant Shipping, the Bankruptcy, and the Patent Laws and a couple of other items may be mentioned as perhaps, politically more important, and yet not enthu- siastically demanded or supported by the public —to wit, Bills on County Government, and the Administration of London. Such work a* this would entail more labor than it would bring credit to a Ministry at any time, even with the Parliamentary Opposition indisposed to vexatious obstruction. But at the present time ministers must feel that the most arduous task of all before them is so to modify the Par- liamentary machinery as to make it workable at all times in face of the factious resistance likely to be encountered. No minister can expect to gain reputation by undertaking, or even achieving, a task like this, though he might utterly lose credit by not attempting it. The limitation of Parliamentary freedom and privilege is not a matter calculated to excite enthusiasm, though the abuse of such freedom and privilege has already evoked considerable public indignation, and would elicit much more if it were permitted to continue. If only legis- lation on Irish matters was subjected to ob- struction, tha Government might resign them- selves to go on in the old way, and to sacrifice the time required to carry their Irish measures. But when systematic endeavour is made to block the whole business of Parliament, no choice is left but to apply a stringent remedy. But not the least unpalatable labor of ministers in the early part of this session will be to parry all the attacks made on their management of foreign affairs. If there Î3 only inconsiderable credit to be gained by what the Cabinet may do at home, there will be no lack of discredit im- puted on account of alleged dereliction abroad and among the subjects to come up for criticism, not the least nor the last will be the present unsatisfactory condition of Egyptian affairs.
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I JOTTINGS ABOUT THE WELSH IS LONDON. THE" PALL MALL GAZETTS" AND THE LATE MB JOSEPH EDWARDS-LONDON WELSH CALVINISTIC METHODISTS—NASSAU STREET ANNUAL MEETING— THE COMMITTEE ON WELSH EDUCATION-THE EVI- DENCE PROFESSOR RUDLER THE RADNORSHIRE DIALECT—THE CVMirsODOUION SOCRETY-MR BEN I DAVIES—MR HESRY RICHA2D3, 31. P.—THE JUDGE ADVOCATE-GESERAL-HR LEWIS MORRIS-LECTURES. Last week the Pall Mall Gazette ma le very kindly reference to the late Mr Joseph Edwards, whose memory deserved "more than a passing notice." After briefly sketching his career and chronicling that about 1862 he became an assistant to Noble, the sculptor, the Pall Mall Ga:ette says:—" It was much to be regretted that circumstances induced him to be connected in this subordinate way with a man who was his acknowled inferior as an artist. We believe that the small plaques in relief which adorn the pedestals of most of Noble's public statues are in almost every instance the work of Ed wards, and they are usually of a far higher order than the figure itself." The notice concludes with a reference tosome of his later works. From what I can gather it is not quite correct to say that Edwards was Noble's assistant," he was, I believe. what would in com- merce be called a "junior partner." It is, however, much to be regretted that circumstances should have compelled, not "induced," him to accept such a position. Wales has many musicians and vocalists, and it makes a shift to support most of them. Wales has very few sculptors, and it certainly failed to support the one it has just lost. To revert to the commercial simile already used Noble was a man whose friends rallied round him. He had a good connection," while Elwards possessed nothing but genius. Wales gave him but scant encouragement, and as a consequence of that neglect, the finest specimens of his art will be catalogued under the name of another, and in a short time w: shall again be twitted with the statement that Walei has never produced a sculptor." It was a characteristic instance of the thoughtlessness of Welshmen in this respect which occurred the other day, when Welshmen were speakingof presenting MrGladstone with his portrait, nobody seemed to think it worth his while to enquire whether any Welshman existed who could execute the work. It was at once allotted to an English artist who had already painted Mr Gladstone once if not oftener, and who would probably not be able to undertake the commission for some time. The annual meeting of the Welsh Calvinistic Methodists, of Nassau-street, Sjho, was held on Wednesday evening last, and was a very successful gathering. The insatiable appetite of the Metro- politan Board of Works for new streets will in all probability cause the demolition of the Nassau-street Chapel before lonsr, and, wisely taking time by the forelock, the members of the church are making pro- vision for the future. The proceeds of last We dnes- day's meeting were consequently handed over to the new chapel building fund. The promoters of the gathering were fortunate enough to have the valuable aid of Miss Mary Davies, who sang for them before going to fulfil her engagement at the ballad concert at St. James' Hall. It is needless to say that Miss Davies sang charmingly and that she met with an enthusiastic reception. The other artistes were Miss Nlary Jane Williams, Miss Mary Owen (of Newtown), Madame Martha Harries, Mr Owen Davies, and Mr J. Henry Williams, of Port- madoc, who has recently entered as a student at the Royal Academy of Music, and bids fair to ba a baritone vocalist of no mean ability Glees and anthems were sungbythe Chapel Choir, and recitations were given by several gentlemen connected with the place. Mr William Davies (Mynorydd), acted as conductor, and Mr Walter Hughes was the accom- panist. The chair was taken by Mr A. M. Dunlop, of Tan-y-Bwlch, Merionethshire, and of Old Palace- yard, London, who, in his opening address, urged the young persons present to avail themselves of the facilities for education and self-improvement which London offered. As an instance of what was being done in that direction by some of their fellow country- men in Wales. Mr Dunlop gave an interesting account of night classes which had recently been established at Festiniog. On the first night of the opening of these classes nearly 300 scholars had come forward I to enrol themselves and the number was continually increasing. This was in Mr Dunlop's opinion a further poof if such were wanted, of the eagerness of the Welsh people for education, and he very much regretted that so laudable a desire met with so little encouragement. According to the report of the com- mittee on Wehh education about 226,000 was annually voted by Government in aid of higher education in Ireland, and about 219,00-5 was voted annually for the same object in Scotland, but nothing was given to "poor little Wales." This was, in Air Danlop's opinion, an injustice which called for speedy removal, and he urged Welshman both in and out of Parliament not to rest until the evil had been remedied. The Rev. E. J. Jones, M.A., of Clwtybont, Carnarvon- shire—who acted as vice-president, which, by the way, is rather a novel offic,- at such meetings-de- livered an address in Welsh, in the course of which he pointed out the advantages which might be derived from literary associations, and the good which they were capable of doing to young men, especially to those who dwelt amid the energy and bustle of characteristic of a city life. A vote of thanks to the chairman and those who contributed to the pro- gramme, moved by Mr John Owens, of the India Office, and seconded by Mr Davies, concluded the proceedings. The evidence taken before the Committee on Welsh education has been published, and can be purchased for the sum of nine shillings and eightpence. It is a very bulky volume, containing 896 pages: the evidence itself takes up 863, and 25 appendices fill the remaining 33 pages. The evidence of course varies very much in character, this is only what one would expect, seeing that over 250 witnesses were examined Interesting reading is not generally con- sidered one of the characteristics of a Blue Book, but, nevertheless, it is no exaggeration to say that the testimony given by some of the witnesses is more interesting than any novel. This description is eminently applicable to the evidence given by Mr W. Cad waladr Davie«, of Bangor, as to the eagerness displayed and the hardships undergone by Welsh quarrymen in their struggles to obtain for themselves the advantages of education. Professor Rudler, F.G.S., now of the Royal School of Mines, and formerly professor of natural science at Aberystwith College, has an article in last week's Academy up un the" Life of Sir Charles Lyell," which has recently been published. The Rev. W. E. T. Morgan, of Llanfihangel Helygen, has contributed a glossary of the dialect of Radnorshire, for a series of Five Original Glossaries," which will shortly be published in the transactions of the English Dialect Society. Mr Charles W. Jones, the secretary of theCymmro- dorion Society, has received a letter from the Right Reverend the Bishop of Bath and Wells, in which his lordship expresses his willingness to accept the invita- tion of the council that he should become a vice- president of the society. Mr Owen Roberts, M.A., F.S.A., has consented to become a member of the council of the society. Mr Ben Davies will make his debut on the London Operatic Stage to-night, in Balfe's Bohemian Girl," instead of "The Painter of Antwerp," as was recently announced. Mr Ben Davies will take the part of Thaddeus." Mr Henry Richard, M.P., is one of the signatories to the requisition sent to the Lord Mayor, that a meeting should bo called to protest against the bar- barous outrages committed upon the Jewish popula- tion in Parts of Russia. In accordance with the request thus preferred the Lord Mayor has called a meeting to be held at the Mansion House, on Wed- nesda" the 1st proximo. I The Right Honorable G. Osborne Morgan, Judge Advocate General, was among those who attended the funeral of Sir Richard Malins, who formerly filled the high position of Vice-Chancellor. The name of Mr Lewis Morris appears upon the Committee appointed to arrange for the Banquet, which ill take place at Willis's Rooms in March next, t > celebrate the peaceful session of Thessaly to Greec-j and the consequent termination of the labours of the Greek Committee. We are, this week, to be highly favoured in the matter of lectures. To-night we are to have two, one by the Rev. D. Jones Davies, M.A., before the Oymnarodonon Society, and the other by Mr Henry Richard, M.P., at the rooms of the Zetetical Society, Conduit-street, W. To-morrow (Thursday) night the Rev. D. Lloyd Jones, M.A., of Llandinam, will lecture at Wilton-square Welsh Calvinistic Chapel, on Ganta.-na Buddha." I will give a short account of each next week. London, Wednesday night.
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THE JUDGE ADVOCATE GENERAL had an audience with the Queen at Osborne, on Wednesday. FREE LIBRARY.—This week's attendance Thursday, 326; Friday, 319; Saturday, 301; Monday, 304 Tuesday, 326; Wednesday, 342. WREXHAM PENNY BANK, MONDAY, JANUARY 23RD 18S2. -Am;)unt received, £9 12s 9J; amount repai 1, £8 4i 101 number of transactions, 147. WREXHAM, MOLD, AND QUAY RAILWAY.—EXTENSIONS AND DOCK.—The necessary deposit of £19,188 Os Od, in respect of this Bill, has duly been made with the Paymaster-General, at the Bank of England, by Mr Evan Morris, the solicitor to the Bill, on behalf of the promoters. THE CHANNEL TUNNEL.—At the meeting of the South Eastern Railway Company last week, Sir Edward Watkin, the chairman, announced that Sir John Hawkshaw having seveied his connection with the Channel Tunnel Company, the civil engineering of that company was now represented by Sir James Falspan, Sir F. Bramwell, C.E., and Mr William L >w, C. E. Many of our readers will be glad to find that Mr Low has retaken his former position in connection with that undertaking. A PECULIAR ACCIDENT.—During the playing of the footbaU match, Ruthin v. Druids, on the Race- course, on Saturday, a singular accident occurred. A man named Richard Foulkes, of Ty Mawr, Llan- gollen, from some cause or other slipped and fell. In endeavouring to gain his feet he fell again, in doing which he broke the two bones of his leg just above the ankle. The poor man lay for some time without any help being offered to him, the spectators considering him intoxicated, but Dr. R. W. J. Evans, who was on the ground, went to his assistance, and found the extent of his injuries. The doctor, who fortunately, had a bandage in his pocket, so skillfully attended to him that he was enabled to be sent home by train. We understand that after the accident application was made that the sufferer should be taken into tne hotel con- nected with the course, but he was refused admission, and Dr. Evans had to bandage him in the dressing room of the football cub. A Cow ON THE LOOSE.-—About m'd-day on Tuesday, considerable excitement, and no little confusion, was occasioned in the vicinity of Yorke- street by the vagaries of an obstreperous CJW, which, in the course of an eccentric programme of miscellaneous antica, made its way into the White Bear pub'ichouse to the n> smill alarm of the inmates, and their efforts to eject the unwelcome intruder, by means of pushing at its horns and pulling at its tail, were the source of infinite amusement to the crowd of onlookers, who always seem to spring up from no-one knows where on such occasions. Having been ultimately expelled from the duly licensed premises of the spotless Bruin, the interesting quadruped—the cow not the Bear —proceeded to unceremoniously overhaul the goods exhibited at the door of an adjoining drapery establishment, and subsequently vanished down McDermott's Court, where it wound up its erratic performances by demolishing a line full of newly-washed clothes. AN ECCENTRIC VISITOR.—During the past week, a woman, hailing from the Moss, and subject to dipsomaniacal outbursts, has been making calls at very unseasonable hours at houses not only in the suburbs of the town, but also in the district con- tiguous to our own. The ostensible reason was to obtain brandy for someone who had been taken suddenly and seriously ill. This reason, when urged among the wee short hours ayont the twal," aroused the compassion of the unwilling and and sleepy listeners, and in many instances con- siderable quantities of brandy ware handed to the friend of the suppositious sufferer. Her anxiety for the patient, who was generally represented as being in a delicate state of health, did not allow her to go away empty-handed when informed that brandy was unobtainable, for she accommodated herself to the circumstances, and offered to take whiskey. In Gresford she had a tumblerful of brandy given her, and in the morning the broken was found near the door where she had received it. This lady is now, we are given to understand, at home recovering from the effects of her "spree," and a thrashing bestowed upon her by a landlady in Gresford, who discovered her to be an imposter. 3RD BATTALION ROYAL WELSH FUSILIERS.— The customary annual d'nner (so liberally provided by the field officers,Col. SirR. A.Cunliffe, Bart., M.P., Majors H. R. Hughes and C. R. W. Tottenham, of the regiment) to the Permanent Staff, took place at the Lion Hotel, Hope-street, on Tuesday even- ing. Sergt.-Major Phoenix occupied the chair, and Quar.-Ma3ter.-Sergt. Malone the vice-chair. Dinner having been served up in its usual excellent style by Mrs Cooper, the hostess, ample justice was done by all present. Afterwards the punch-bowl was in- troduced.and glasses being fully prirnad. the Chair- man proposed the usual loyal toasts—" Her Majesty the Queen," The Prince and Princess of Wales and the rest of the Royal Family," the whole being duly honored. There next followed the toast of the Field Officers," proposed by CJ1.- Sergt. W. Duckham, and that of the Officers of the Regiment by C)!Sergt. Harford, with which was associated the name of Col. the Hou. S. Mostyn, C.B., Commanding 23rd Regimental Dis- trict, to which Mr Kenny, the respected quarter- master, very ably responded, adding at the same time that he was Borry to inform the members of the Permanent Staff, that Capt. Cowan, their adjutant, was unavoidably absent on this occasion. The health of Captain and Adjutant W. F. Cowan was proposed by Sergt.-Major Phoenix and re- SDonded to by Mr Kenny, and also that of Mr Kenny by Col.-Sergt. Roper, to which the former had great pleasure to respond. The Non- commissioned Officers of Depots 1st and 2nd Battalions Royal Welsh Fusiliers" was proposed by Quar.-Master.Sergt. Malone, 3rd R. W.F., and responded to by Sergt.-Major H. G. White, who was present as their representative. During the evening several capital songs were rendered, and the band, under the leadership of Bandmaster W. Wells, played some excellent selections of music, aiding very materially to the harmony and enjoy- ment of the evening. The whole of the party, having thoroughly enjoyed themselves, broke up at 11 o'clock. THE COMPTON COMEDY COMPANY. As will be seen on reference to our advertising columns, the above talented company intend occupying the Public Hall for six nights, commencing on Monday next. Lovers of the drama may therefore anticipate a genuine treat, as this company, which is under the direction of Mr Edward Coinpton, comprises ladies and gentlemen of established reputation, in- cluding, as the leading lady, the favorite actress, Miss Virginia Bateman, sister to Miss Bateman of Leah celebrity Mrs Bickerstaff, Miss Clara Cowper, Miss Sylvia Hodson, Miss Pose Parker, Miss Josephine Bailey Mr Lewis Ball, Mr F. W. Wyndham, Mr T. C. Valentine, Mr William Calvert, Mr Henry Kennedy, Mr Sydney Vere, and Mr W. H. Garbois. Mr Edward Compton (son of the renowned comedian of that name) states, in his address to the public, that his reper- toire at present consists of the following plays (in which his father acquired his well-earned fame as an exponent of the lighter fom of comedy), viz:— U Twelfth Night," The Rivals," The Poor Gentleman," The Heir-at-Law," Wild Oats," The Hypocrite," She Stoops to Conquer," and The Road to Ruin," The opinions of the press are highly eulogistic of Mr Compton's ability, and we select from a large number the following extract from the Liverpool Mail of May 7th, 1881°: The object of Mr Edward Compton has evidently been to secure a performance which, above all else, shall be equal and symmetrical, to avoid forcing particular parts into undue promi- nence, and to illustrate Shakespere rather than twist him into a medium for exhibiting the his- trionic powers of particular artistes. That he has succeeded in the endeavour must be very soon ap- parent to all who have visited the Alexandra this week. Mr Compton comes to us after a long in- terval, his last appearance here having been also in Shakesperian comedy. This was about two years ago. During that period great things have happened; Mr Compton has travelled far and wide, and pursued his profession under circum- stances which could not but afford opportunities of valuable study and development. As a con- sequence, we find his style matured—his voice deepened and endowed with a wider range of ex- pression his elocution more subtle, bringing out into significant relief the varying points of his text; and his action more finished, graceful, and reposeful. More than this, he has changed the venue of his acting, having quitted juvenile lead," and taken up character." That this is a wise step most people will agree who have seen his performance of the new roles, and it is one which was suggested in these columns long ago. It is no reflection upon the young actor to say that the mantle of his father has fallen upon him. We trust the Company will be thoroughly appreciated. and therefore well-supported, during their stay in Wrexham. The programme for the week is arranged as follows :—Monday, Twelfth Night;" Tuesday, She Stoops to Conquer Wednesday, Wild Oats Thursday, The Rivals;" Friday, The School for Scandal (for the benefit of Mr Compton), when the performance will be under the patronage of Colonel the Hon. Sauvage Mostyn, v. B., and the officers of the Depot Royal Welsh Fusiliers, and Saturday, The Road to Ruin." THE British Architect of last week contained drawings of Stratford House, the residence of Mr J. Oswell Bury, and also of the Gelli, Flintshire. THE INSTITUTION OF CIvIL ENGINEERS.—At the last meeting of the above institution held on the 10th inst., Sir William Armstrong presiding, Mr George Farmer Thomas was elected a member. NEW RAILWAY STATIONS.—The directors of the Great Western Railway Company have accepted the tender of Messrs. Davies Brothers, contractors, for the erection of new passenger stations at Brvmbo and Plas Power. FIRE.—About three o'clock on Sunday morning, a greenhouse in a garden belonging to Mr Lovatt, of the Old Swan, was discovered by Sergt. Hugh Jones to be on fire. The sergeant at once gave the alarm, and several members of the Fire Brigade were promptly on the spot, and under the direction of Mr W. Evans, speedily succeeded in extinguish- ing the flames. The fire is supposed to have originated in the flue. ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST'S, HIGHTOWN.—The children who attend the Friday evening classes at this church, had a treat given them on Monday, in one of the Wynnstay rooms, at the Barracks, which had been kindly lent for the occasion by Col. Mostyn. Tea being over, the children had an im- promptu concert, which was very successful. Among those present were Mrs Griffiths, Mrs Lloyd Williams, Mrs Palmer, Mrs Wenlock, Miss Howell, Miss Turner, the Rev. Wm. Rees, Mr Pugh Griffiths, Mr Kempster, and Mr Bowman. The last item was the singing of God save the Queen. SIR WATKIN WILLIAMS WYNN'S HOUNDS.— There was magnificent sport with these hounds on Saturday. The meet was at Isycoed, near Whit- church, the residence of Mr P. W. Godsal, J.P., and the large and brilliant field included Sir Watkin (who looked exceedingly well), Miss Williams W ynn and the Earl of Hopetoun, the latter of whom has taken the Royals, near Combermere, where he will remain during the stay of the Empress of Austria. Three foxes were found during the day, and seveial of the runs taxed the utmost powers of both man and beast. A contradiction is given to the report that Sir Watkin did not intend to notify the days on which his hounds would meet during the stay of the Empress of Austria at Combermere Abbey. DEATH OF MR ELIAS JONES, OF HIGHTOWN.— By the death of Mr Elias Jones, of Hightown, which took place at his residence, Albert-street, on Monday, at the ripe old age of 73, we lose quite an important local link between the present and past generation in matters educational. Deceased was appointed master of the Marchwiel National Schools by the late Rev. John Henry Montague Luxmore, at a period when Government Inspection of Schools was looked upon as an undue inter- ference with the liberty of the subject, when codes and revised codes were unknown to teachers, and the measurement of the mental progress of the pupils by standards had never dawned even on education departments. Deceased was always a favorite with Mr Luxmore, and he could give graphic and detailed descriptions of the lively quarrels which took place in Marchwiel parish about forty years ago, between the squire of the parish and its spiritual head, the former of whom was then M.P. for the Denbighshire Borcughs. Mr Jones, owing to his steady and temperate habits throughout lite was, we are happy to state, able to spend the latter years of his life in com- parative ease and comfort. SALE OF FARMING STOCK.—Mr Lloyd's sale of farming stock at Marchwiel Hall, on Monday, was well attended. Over 1,500 sat down to luncheon; buyers were numerous from most of the adjoining counties. In his opening remarks Mr Lloyd said that the stock was for public competition without re- serve. The implements met with a ready sale at a marked improvement on last year's prices. The prize winners, Shropshire sheep, averaaed 41 guineas each. The first 20 were boughtOby Mr Cussan3, of Liverpool, for 103 guineas. Mr Scott Bankes and Mr Wm. Brown, of Handley, also secured some splendid pens. The dairy cows made 29 guineas, 27 guineas, 26 guineas, 25 guineas, &c. The highest priced heifer was 22 guineas. The fat cattle met with a ready and brisk trade at ad- vanced rates. The first pair of waggon horses made 110 guineas, and were bought by Mr Piercy. The other pair made 96 guineas. The store bullocks and barrens were in great demand, the competitors being brisk and good prices realised. Mr R. Howard, of Broughton Hall; Mr Jones, Old Hall; Mr John Lee, and Mr Morris, of Caldecot, purchased the pedigree bi 's. THE BURIAL LAWS.—The Rev. j i. Ward Price, Chester, has addressed a letter to tin Right Hon. G. Osborne Morgan, M.P., calling hi j attention to an instance of the operation of the Burial Laws Amendment Act, 1380, which he thinks Mr Morgan will admit is in direct contradiction to the intention of the framers of that measure." He states that he had written to the Chester Cemetery Company, informing them that he intended to claim the right of using the consecrated chapel when conducting Nonconformist burials in the cousecrated pottion of their cemetery. The Com- pany obtained counsel's opinion, when they were informed that the right claimed is not granted by the Act. The rev. gentleman concludes by ex- pressing a desire to obtain from the right honorable gentleman a pledge that he will use his influence as a member of the Government to remedy as speedily as possible this defect in the working of the Act.—Mr Osborne Morgan replied as follows:— Judge Advocate General Office, January IS, 1382. DEAR 81&1 have to apologise for not answering yonr letter before, bnt I have been very busy since my return to town. In reply I am c impelled, while regretting as much as anyone the state of the law, ml which yon complain, respectfully to decline to give the pledge you ask. Indeed it in one which no number of a Government could possibly give without the slnction of his chief, I any add tht I hear from trustworthy sources that a Bill to remedy the anomaly to which you refer will be brought in by a private member next Session, Probably the discussion which is likely to arise on this measure will give you an opportunity of bringing forward your grievance. You can of course make any use of this letter you please.—I am, yours faith- fully (signed). G. OSBORNE MORGAN, Rev. H. Ward Price. CONCERT AT GRESFORD.—On Thursday week, an entertainment, kindly arranged by Miss Florence Chilton, was given in the school in aid of the village Reading-room. There was a very full house, and those present had the pleasure of hear- ing some excellent reading, and some very fine vocal and instrumental music. The net sum of £10 17s 6d was realised for the institution. Every- thing passed off in a very satisfactory manner. The following was the programme :—Pianoforte duett. II Corricolo." Miss F. Chilton and Miss H. Chfton; glee, The Dawn of Day song, The Village Blacksmith," Rev. John Jenkins reading, Mr Chilton song, When'er yeu walk, Mr Weaver song, The Miller and the Maid," Miss H. Chilton old English ditty, The girl I left behind me," Mr Denton part of trio, Reissiger," Miss L. Smith, Rev. E. B. Smith, and Mr Darwall; carol, The First Noel" piano- forte solo, Gavotte in D, Mr Darwall; song, Honour and Arms," Rev. John Jenkins read- ing, Mr Trevor Parkins; vocal duet, "Friendship," Miss H. Chilton and Miss V. Chilton song, Yearnings," Mr Weaver reading, Mr Chilton song, The Hunting Song," W. Williams and Mr Philip Palin glee, Good Night. Among those present were Mrs Smith and party, The Vicarage The Rev. T. Vowler Wickham, Rossett; The Rev. W. Townshend and Mrs Townshend, Annefield; Mrs Chilton and party Mrs Burton, Miss Trevor Parkins, Mrs Burton, Mr and Mrs A. Rasbotham, Mrs Ffoulkes, Mrs Denton, Colonel and Mrs Jones, Wrexham; Miss M. Egerton, Miss E. Boydell, Mr and Mrs Fletcher, Mr C. W. Townshend, and Mrs Townshend, Westwood Mr V. Wright and Mrs Wright, Gresford Bank; Mrs Sykes, Mrs F. Manisty, Glanllyn; Miss Harrison, Miss Manisty, Miss Hutchinson, Miss Falkner, Miss Pritt, Mr J. Allington Hughes, &c., &c. DINNER TO EMPLOYES.—On Monday evening, the employes of Mr John Beirne, brewer, had their annual dinner at the Blossoms Inn, Charles-street. Mr Beirne occupied the chair, and Mr J. Beirne, jun., the vice-chair. About forty sat down to a sumptuous repast, at the close of which Mr T. W. Davies proposed the health of the Chairman, and in doing so said that he approached the toast which had been entrusted to him with a great degree of diffidence, arising chiefly from the fact that hs felt deeply conscious of his inability to do justice to the toast. As a Wrexham tradesman, Mr Beirne was held in very high esteem, and the burgesses had on more than one occasion shown their appre- ciation of his merits by returning him to the Town Council, and the Council itself had marked their approval of his conduct by placing him in the civic chair. While in that chair he had nresided -n-- c- over the deliberations of the Council in an able and business-like manner, and when doing duty as chief magistrate in the Borough Magistrates Court, he made it a rule always to temper justice with mercy." It would be invidious for him to speak of Mr Beirne's many good qualities as an employer of labor in a town where there were so many of the same calling. Indeed, he felt that was quite un- necessary when he saw before him such an array of Mr Beirne's workmen, every one of whom was prepared to give him a good word. He had great pleasure in proposing the health of the founder of the feast. Every sentence of Mr Davies' speech was received with ringing cheers, and in proposing the toast he was cheered to the echo. Mr Beirne briefly returned thanks, and at a further stage of the proceedings proposed the health of his oldest workman, Mr Whittiram, and complimented him highly on his ability and fidelity. The Chairman also proposed the health of Mr T. W. Davies, who he said was the son of a wealthy tea merchant, whose father, as all wealthy fathers ought, had given his son a most W13ral education, and Mr Davies had seen as muci. of the great globe on which we live as probably any man in Wrexham. He was always proud to see such people come and settle in Wrexham. Mr Davies responded in very appropriate terms. A number of other toasts were given and responded to, ending with "the health of the host and hostess (Mr and Mrs Richards) and thanks to them for their excellent catering." The proceedings of the evening were varied and enlivened by some select and suitable songs, accompanied by an able pianist. The Chairman, whose musical abilities are known to be of a very high order, gave The maid of Llangollen" in a style that would put many professionals to the blush. WREXHAM CRICKET CLUB.—A meeting of the members of this club will be held at the Lion Hotel, Hope-street, on F.iday night, at eight o clock punctually. Members are particularly requested to attend. THE WREXHAM SCIENTIFIC AND LITERARY fourth general evening meeting of this Society will be held on Tuesday eveninz, at 7.45, in the Savings Bank, when Mr Alfred N. Palmer will read a paper, illustrated with experi- ments. COCOA ROOM FREE AND EASY." — Arrange- ments have been made for holding a "Free and Easy at the Market Tavern Cocoa Rooms, Henblas-street, every Friday evening, when a pro- gramme of vocal and instrumental music, recita- tions, sc., will be provided. The chair will be taken each evening at 8 o'clock, and ladies and gentlemen willing to assist will oblige by sending m their names to the manager, Mr J. Stanford THE PROVIDENT DISPENSARY.—On Friday week, at a meeting of the sub-committee appointed to consider the question of amalgamating the Pro- vident Dispensary with the Infirmary. Mr Robert Williams, Mr G. Bate, and Mr J. S. Crawford attended, and stated that the committee of the Provident Dispensary regretted to announce that the Institution had so far not proved successful, and that with a view of preventing so useful a movement altogether collapsing it was considered advisable to consult the Infirmary Committee as to the desirability of amalgamating it with the dis- pensary. After some discussion the Infirmary sub- committee recommended the committee of the Provident Dispensary to wind up the Institution, and upon receipt of an intimation that this had been T done. the sub-committee will recommend the Infirmary committee to take the matter of re-establishing the dispensary department formerly connected with the Infirmary into consideration as early as possible. AN ORDER FROM THE ANTIPODES.—A letter has just been received by Mr Fraser watchmaker and jeweller, High-street, from a Wrexhamite now resident at Caroona, near Port Augusta, South Australia, who signs his name James Evaas, late of Wrexham thirty years ago." The writer states that seeing in the Wrexham Advertiser an announce- ment that Mr Fraser is selling silver brooches engraved with views of "the old and respected Wrexham Church," he begged to enclose a P.O.O. for £2, and asked that one of the brooches might be forwarded him, together with a gold locket, also containing a view of the Church. Mr Evans expresses a desire for a view embracing, if possible, part of Church.street, as he would like to see what changes have taken place since he left Wrexham thirty years ago. A postscript also enquires the terms upon which one of Fraser's celebrated silver lever watches can be sent out to Australia. DEATH OF MR THOMAS CROSS, OF REGENT- STREET.—The number of deaths that have taken place during the last few weeks within a small area on the north side of the town is really remarkable. Amongst the latest of these we regret that we this week have to record the demise of Mr Thomas Cross, of Regent-street, who a very short time ago was seen moving about performing his wonted routine of duties, apparently in the most robust health. Mr Cross was born in Wrexham, and has resided in his native town all his life, where by his close application to business he became the owner of a considerable amount of property situated in Salisbury Park, Town Hill, Regent-street, Tuttle- street, and other parts of the town. For a large portion of his life he carried on business as a currier, to which in late years he added that of a skinner, by taking the skin yard lying between Bridge-street and Chadwick's Foundry in Tuttle- street. The latter he disposed of a few years ago to Mr Hugh Price, and about the same time he gave up the other business to his eldest son. Out- side business deceased never had any aspirations, and although a large property owner he always turned a deaf ear to all entreaties made at various times by a few intimate friends to allow himself to be put in nomination as a candidate for Town Council, Board of Guardians, or any other little local parliament. Deceased had been connected with Penybryn Chapel for the greater portion of his life, and always took a great interest in the off-shoot of that place of worship which exists in the hamlet of Rhosrobin, and as a local preacher was well known in the district for miles around. The funeral, which will be a public one, takes place on Monday. ROYAL WELSH FUSILIERS.—The Broad Arrow speaking of the recent proposal to place certain long-forgotten victories upon the colors of the older regiments, says that there will be no difference of opinion in regard to the suitability of inscribing the word Blenheim" among the honors of th j regiments which took part in 0 that memorable victory on the 13th of August 1704. It gives a list of the survivors compiled from an authentic list and among the regiments mentioned is the Royal Welsh Fusiliers, then Brigr. Genl. Ingoldsby's. The survivors enumerated include :— Brigr. Ingoldsby, colonel; Lieu-Colonel Jos. Sabine Capts. Rich, Heming, Matth, Pennefather, Trewce Jenkin, Jas. Jones (wounded), Is. Eyme (wounded), Geo. Morgan (wounded), H. Cookman (wounded); 1st Lieuts. Rich. Butler, John Pater- son (wounded), Chas. Richards (wounded), Wrn. Carrick (wounded), Is. Gerveran (wounded), Griffith Jones (wounded), Steph. Codroy (wounded), Southnell Pigot (wounded), 2nd Lieuts. Whitfield Sabine (wounded), Anth. Smith, Jas. Fullerton, Fleetwood Dormer (wounded), Edmund Bayley (wounded), Rich. Mather (wounded) Chap. Revd. W. Howtine, Quartermaster John Smith. Adjt. John Powell. Surgeon John Young. Mate Nich. Peacock, 29 serjts., 31 corporals, 25 drummers, 402 soldiers. Officers killed Lieuts. E"an, Ogilvie, Frazier; 2nd Lieut. Bowlam.—The death is announced of Major Philip Henry Knight, late captain in the 1st Battalion, who died on the 4th January at Chawton House, Alton, Hants, aged forty-six years. The deceased was third son of Mr Edward Knight, of Chawton, and late of Godmersham Park, Kent, by Mary, daughter of the Right Hon. Sir Edward Knatchbull, Bart. He entered the regiment in March, 1855, as ensign without purchase, and obtained his lieutenancy through a death vacancy in the following Sep- tember, doing duty at the depot until the return home of headquarters from the Crimea in July, 1856. His next brother, Charles Ernest Knight, a young ensign of nineteen, had in the meantime died before Sebastopol. Lieutenaut Knight went with the regiment to India in 1857, and served through the Mutiny campaign, including the relief of Lucknow by Lord Clyde, battle of Cawn- pore, siege and capture of Lucknow, and Trans- gogra operations (medal with two claps). He obtained his company by purchase in December, 1859, and remained in the battalion until 1863, when he retired by sale, taking up the adjutancy of the late East Kent Militia, with which he served for twelve years, his retirement taking place in the course of 1880. BERSHAM SCHOOL BOARD.—At a meeting of the Board held on Thursday afternoon, there were present Mr Joseph Jones (who presided in the absence of the chairman and vice-chairman), Mr R. Phennah, Mr Isaac Jones, and Mr Heth Jones, Mr Thomas Bury, clerk.—The attendance officer re- ported that he had been unable to complete the census for the Bersham district, and it transpired that forms for returns had been issued calling for information aa to the means, &c., of the parents, which the Board had not desired, and the attend. ance officer was directed to explain in collecting the remainder of the returns that replies were only required as to the number, names, and ages of tne children.—It was resolved that precepts be issued on the several townships in the district for pay- ment by the 28th February next, of a school rate at 5J in the pound, and for a contribution of f20 from the township of Erddig.—Mr G. J. Jones, master of the Penygelli Schools, submitted, through the clerk, an application to hold the annual prize distribution and concert on the 20th February, the application being acceeded to on the understanding that the Board would not incur any outlay in con- nection with the same, and that a return of the receipts and expenditure of the last year's enter- tainment be submitted to the Board.—On the motion of Mr Phennah, it was resolved that the head teachers supply to the Board for their con- sideration at the next meeting a list showing the names of defaulters in the payment of school fees and rhe amounts owing for the year ended 31st December last.—Mr Isaac Jones, in moving that Bible history be read and taught in the Board Schools for at least 20 minutes in each day, urged that it was of much consequence that some religious teaching be given to the children in the district, numbers of whom were, he alleged, en- tirely without any religious training, never attending any Sunday School or service in cither church or chapel. The motion was, however, not seconded, and Mr Isaac Jones, in deference to the wishes of the other members, withdrew the motion on the understanding that the subject might be introduced afresh at the next meeting, when there might be a larger attendance at the Board.—The attendance officer reported that in six cases in which persons had been brought before the magistrates since his appointment, and fined for breach of bye-laws, no money had been received on account of the fines, aud he was instructed to obtain, forthwith, distress warrants against the goods of some of the parties who are well able to pay.—Six parties were reported by the attendance officer for neglecting to send their children to school, and in the case of Mrs Esp, of Adwy, whose boy Alfred, aged 10 years, was reported as continually absent and warned without effect, pro- ceedings were ordered to be taken for an attendance order and the same in the case of Edward Platt, of Rhostyllen, whose boy James, aged 9, was re- ported habitually absent. The Attendance Officer was directed to follow up these cases, so that if there was continual default an application to justices might eventually be made to send the boys to an Industrial School.—The attendance since the re-opening of the school was reported to be, upon the whole, indifferent, owing it appeared to illness prevailing in the district, and to the fact that children were not allowed to attend without pre- payment of fees.—One or two cases were reported to the Board where boys were working under the age of 13 years, and it was resolved that inquiries be made with a view to proceedings against the employers. .é4 WREXHAM AND ITS TEMPERANCE MORALS.—Th< Alliance News of last week publishes a supplement, in "mourning," entitled Fruits of the Liquoi Traffic; from newspapers of the last week of 1881 and the first week of 1882." Wrexham is nol mentioned in this part of the paper, so that as compared with other town its temperance morals occupy a satisfactory position. In an article headed The list of drink horrors," a paragraph or two occur having reference to Wrexham. The first is as follows: A correspondent of our own, writing from Wrexham, says We generally have more drunken cases in one week than there are reported in two weeks this time. Our local papers are full at this time of reports of concerts and Christmas information, so there is no room to report Bacchanalian orgies." The second paragraph from our Wrexham correspondent" says-" I am glad to inform you that the Salvation Army has caused a wonderful change here; hundreds of those street skulks that did next to nothing, and, for what they did, spent their wages in the public- house and in slobbering tobacco out of their mouths, are now every night at the meetings singing praises to God and praying for grace to to help them in time of need. The publichonses are therefore comparatively empty." WREXHAM INFIRMARY BALL.—We are happy to announce that after paying all necessary expenses connected with the recent grand ball given in aid of our local Infirmary, the committee are enabled to hand over to the Institution the very handsome balance of 2140 5s. We, therefore, congratulate all parties connected with the event upon the great success which has attended their praise- worthy efforts in aid of so commendable an object, as we understand the sum realised by the ball, together with the Hospital Sunday collections, makes a sum total equivalent, or nearly so, to the amount required by the Infirmary committee to clear off the liabilities which were pressing so heavily upon them. The signal success of this first ball in the Public Hall augurs well for the popularity of similar future events. The working expenses this time were greater than they will probably be again, as a large quantity of the material used in decoration will no doubt do duty next year, when we hope this annually recurring event will be in every way as successful as the ball of 1882. Subjoined is a statement of the ball accounts, which were audited on the 25th inst. by Sir R. A Cunliffe, Bart., M.P., and Lieut.-Colonel Jones, V.C. :— Receipts. S. a. d. Ball tickets, 97 10 tt 122 ladies' 61 0 0 158 10 0 Donations 75 14 0 23J 4 0 Payments. Band. 12 0 0 Hire of room 8 0 0 Preparing floor, staircase, washing. a. 13 0 6 Decorations ll 19 7 Printing and advertising 5 1:1 3 Hire of carpets. &c 3 211 Supper bill (263 suppers). 3tf 12 6 Sundries 3 10 3 93 19 0 Balance paid to Wrexham Infirmary 140 5 0 234 4 0 J. OSWELL BURY. Secretary. YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION.—The annual meeting was held on Friday week. In the absence of the retiring president, Mr A. Wilson Edwards, through indisposition, Mr Simon Jones occupied the chair. After singing and prayer, the Chairman referred to the encouraging nature of the annual report of the committee and statement of accounts to be presented, and urged the desirability of bringing the objects of the Asso- ciation before the young men and tradesmen of the town who have not hitherto become connected with it. He then called upon Mr Boothey, the hon. see., to read the annual report and statement of accounts duly audited. R sference was made in the firs' place to the encouraging reports brought from the International Couferenae by Mr B. Owen and Mr G. Eilis Rogers, who went as delegates from Wrexham to the Conference in London. During the year 1881, 34 members and 32 as- sociates had joined the Wrexham Young Mens' Christian Association, making 225 since it was started in 1879. Daring the 21 years, 41 had been lo3t by death, removals, and withdrawals, leaving 184, of whom 123 are numbers and 53 associates. The Young Men's Parlour, recent!y furnished, is much appreciated, the reading-room is better attended, and at the Debating Class, there had been an average attendance of 27 at the nmetings. The second session of this class would open on the 27th with a paper on the Co-oporativa principle in business. Various suggestions were made by the committee, the most important being the increase of the associates' subscriptions from 2s 61 to 5s per annum, which may be paid half-yearly the curtailment of expenditure in printing. &c., -ure in printinc,. &a., and of labour to the secretary, by not relying upon concerts or lectures to raise funds, as this may be rendered unnecessary, if those who have n..)t subscribed to the deficit of about 220 would follow the example of several who have given from 2s to 5J each as au extra subscrip- tion. Should this suggestion ba acted upon (as it is not compulsory) the subscriptions for 1882 and subsequent years will meet the annual expenditure of about 970. The report referred to the valuable services rendered by some of the members who had in various ways contributed to the growing use- fu'ness of the association, and collected funds to furnish the young men's parlour, and get new members and associates. Mr G. Hey ward urged the necessity of getting as members or associates the many young men and their employers who at present have withheld their support, it being the interest of employers to support young men's Christian associations, wluse object is to afford to the young men in their employ a refuge from the temptations to which tiijy would otherwise be subject, and surround them with such influences as should make them faithful in the discharge of their duties. Mr G. E. Rogers pointed out that the member of any Young Men's Christian Association is entitled to all the privileges of membership in any other association where he may be during the period for which his card of membership shows he I has paid his subscription. The report and state- .1 ments of accounts were adopted, and the following officers for 1882 elected :—President: Mr Robert Williams hon. secretary H. Boothey assistant I secretary E. Allmand; treasurer J. H. Pierce, paper secretary: H. E. Copleston; the other members of the committee are—Messrs W. A. Bayley, J. A. Chadwick, B. Cop'estoa. C. Dodd, J. Fraser, W. A. Fraser, John Gill, E Groom, W. Heyward, Simon Jones, B. Owen, G. Pattinson, W. B. Phillips, T. E. Paillip3, G. E. Rogers, J. B. Shirley, S. Sothern, and J. Stevens. Votes of thanks were accorded to all who had in any way assisted in carrying out the work of the association, and a very pleasant meeting closed with singingj and prayer. ———— «—
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THE CHORAL SOCIETY'S CONCERT. On Monday evening, a grand concert was given I in the Public Hall by the Wrexham Choral Society, the members of which certainly deserve the highly satisfactory support which was accorded them upon the occasion. The body and balconies of the hall were well filled, without being crowded, the plat- form being prettily decorated with a variety of choice flowering plants, whilst a capital and well- selected programme was admirably rendered throughout, the members of the Choral Society, especially, acquitting themselves in a manner which reflected great credit upon their able and painstaking conductor, Mr Richard Mills. The artistes specially engaged were Miss Florence Madrene, R.A.M., (soprano), Mr George Barton, of Mr Lea's concerts (tenor), and Mr Edward Grime, of the Liverpool Concerts (bass), chorus, the Wrexham Choral Society. The conductor was Mr R. Mills, and Mr J. T. Pritchard (organist of St. Mark's) presided at the pianoforte with his usual ability, and skilfully acted in the capacity of accompanist. The general arrangements of the concert were well carried out in every particular under the immediate supervision of the hon. sees., Mr J. W. Parry, Town Hill, and Mr E. A. Cross, Regent-street, and shortly after eight o'clock the first part was commenced with the madrigal (five voices) Now is the month," by the Choral Society, who were well received and deservedly applauded. Sullivan's exquisite little ballad, Sweethearts," was next sung with great taste and expression by Mr George Barton, who was rewarded by a hearty expression of approval on the part of the audience, after which the aria Honor and Arms" (Handel) was given I by Mr Edward Grime, whose youthful and com- paratively delicate appearance quite belied his fine I powerful voice, but who sang in a style which elicited the first encore, with which, however, he did not comply. Mendelssohn's part song, Morning Prayer," was then effectively rendered by the Choral Society, after which Miss Florence Madrene, who on ascending the platform received I a complimentary tribute of applause, sang with I much feeling Madame Sainton Dolby's pathetic song He thinks I do not love him." The duet I "Love and War" was next sung by Messrs Barton and Grime, whose excellently trained voices, in their harmonious blending, produced a most pleasing effect and elicited a most vociferous encore, with which they complied much to the delight of the audience. Mr Barton, who was decidedly a favorite, then sang "Draw the Sword, Scotland," with great spirit, and, in compliance with an uncompromising re-dcmaud, he submitted "I dream of thee, sweet Madeline," a ballad eminently suited to his pleasingly modulated voice. After Sullivan's song, Let me dream again," by Miss Madrene, who received a well-merited encore, the Welsh airs, Megan's daughter," and Rising of the lark," excellently rendered by the Choral Society, brought the first part of the progaamme to a successful and satisfactory conclusion. The second part opened with the singing by the Choral Society of Pinsuti's "Spring song" in really good style. Mr Grime showed to advantage in his rendering of "The skipper." Mr J. T. Prichard favored the audience with a pianoforte solo (" Pasquinade by Gottschalk) played in his marvellously clever style. and was rewarded with a a recall. Miss Madrene to the astonishment of a be G d,. ,p great number sang a Welsh song, Gyda'r wawr, which was appreciated thoroughly by the audience. Mr Barton sang Norah, the pride of Kildare, in very good style, displaying his voice to advantage. The Choral Society then gave, what to our mtud I was the gem of the evening, Barnby's Sweet and low in an almost faultless manner, the expression being well-marked and the balance of voice-power very well distributed. Mr Grime sang I fear no foe," with excellent style. Miss Madrene was rewarded with an encore for her tasteful rendering of No, sii." The last item after the Welsh air 0 let the kind minstrel," had been sung by the Choral Society, was the National Anthem in which Miss Madrene sang the solo. This brought to a close a highly successful concert. We must not omit stating that the children of Mrs White's Orphan Home were invited to the concert by the committee.
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LLANRWST v. RHYL —Played at Llanrwst on Saturday and resulted in a tie, neither club scoring a goal. MOUNTAINEERS (OORWEN) V. WANDICRERS. -This match was played on Saturday, and resulted in an easy victory for the Wanderers, by three goala to nil. RHYL COLTS v. DENBIGH COLTi.-The return match between these teams was played on Saturday, and resulted in a victory for the latter by four goals to one. HOLYWELL V. SANDYCROFT.—A match was played between these clubs on Saturday at Sandycroft, and after a well contested game, resulted in a draw each team scoring a goal. WALES V. MIDLAND COUSTIEs.-On Saturday, about 3000 spectators assembled to witness this match, played according to the Ri 'j-by ttni,)n ode of rules. Newport was the scene of the c)iiteit, which termi. nated in favour of Wales bv three goals and three tries to nil. Coans secured five tries, and Williams one, whilst Harding placatl the goals. WREXHAM ATHLETIC v. NOETHWICH.—This match in the third rou id of the Welsh Challenge Cup which was played at Wrexham on Saturday, January 7th, has been declared at a Committee Meeting of the Association held at liuabon, on Wednesday week, to be void, and the tie has therefore to be played again. The clubs having arranged to meet on neutral ground it has been arranged for the match to come off to-day (Saturday), on the Druids ground at Ruabon, kindly lent by them for that purpose. Kick off at 3 o'clock, when a good game is expected. WELSH HOSPITALITY.—The Darwen men have a great liking for Welsh hospitality. Besides being pretty well knocked about during the game with the Druids, they had to pay for a room to change their dress iu, and at the conclusion of the game, were awfuliy wild, when they found nothing had been provided to refresh the inner man. When last heard of, one portion of the team were inquiring for a plaister shop, an i the others for a baker's.—This was rather rough on the Darwen men, seeing that the Druids were so well treated on their visit to Lanca- shire on Jan. 2nd, a dinner being provided, with every other accommodation for the visitors.—From The Midland Athlete and Metropolitan Record.
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WELSH ASSOCIATION CHALLENGE CUP. THIRD TIES. The meeting of the Druids and Ruthin teams has been looked forward to with great interest by the authorities on football matters. Sympathy led many to hope that the Ruthin men would be the victors, but a large number of their admirers being under the impression that the result of the game was a foregone conclusion in favor of the Druids, deemed it nn- advisable to let their feelings play any tricks with their judgment, and so accepted the odds that were freely given on the Ruabon men, which in some p-antft ran as high as 5 to 1. The match that was played on Saturday afternoon drew together a large concourse of spectators, the favorable weather adding much to the enjoyment of those who had assembled to witness the game. About three o'clock the teams made their appearance in the arena, and were greeted with some hearty cheering by their partisans. Soon afterwards Owen set the ball rolling, and the Ruthin men in good style took it rapidly in the neighbourhood of their opponents' territory, but the defence offered by the latter was sufficient for the occasion, and they trans. ferred it to more neutral ground. After a wide shot at the Ruthin goal by Jones, the Vale of Clwyd representatives ran the leather up to the other end of the ground, and a free kick being obtained for a foul, Maddox made a first-class shot, but un- fortunately the ball went just over the bar. The Ruthin goalkeeper subsequently was very busy, and by the clever manner in which he successfully dis- charged his difficult and arduous labors was justly ap- plauded by all. Maddox at length got possession of the leather, and forwarded it to the custody of his colleagues. Attack and counter attack followed, but both sets of backs played with remarkable determina- tion, and the efforts of the forwards were fustrated. The Druids' goal, however, had two very narrow squeaks; the first from a long shot by Roberts, the full back, who sent the ball just under the bar, the Druids' goalkeeper stopped the ball with his hands, and their being no forwards up to charge him, he got it away, and a smart shot by Simon was caught by him and thrown out just before half time. Half-time being called ends were changed, and the ball was taken into the Druid's territory, but on the plea of off-side the defenders got a free kick. The Ruthin goal was next attacked in a determined man- ner, but the efforts of the Druids were not rewarded with the success that wai wished, and their opponents speedily reversed the order of things by placing their goal in great danger, but thanks to W. Williams the peril was averted. The next noticeable feature was a well-contested struggle in the mouth of the Ruthin goal, but the endeavour made to force the custodians through the goal proved futile, and two dangerous shots that followed were cleverly stopped by the goal- keeper. The Ruthin men shortly afterwards got a fine chance of scoring, the ball being sent rolling to- wards the goal, and the goal-keeper had to stoop to pick it up. This he did clumsily, and had the cent.e pick it up in his place he could have easily sent the ball through however, the opportunity was lost, and the ball was run up to the Ruthin end, when time was called. The game, consequently, ended in a draw, neither side gaining any honors. The teams were :— Druids-Goal, B. Roberts; backs, J. Powell (captain) and A. Powell; half-backs, R. Roberts and W. Wil. liams; right wing, C. Ketley and E. Bowen left wing, J. Vaugban and J. Jones; centre, K. Crosse and J. Davies. Ruthin—Goal, h Owen; backs, J. Roberts and J. H. Humphreys; half-backs, R. Maddox, P. Mostyn, and R. Williams right wing, W. P. Owen (captain) and W. H. Roberts; left wing, U. Goodwin and G. H. Simon; centre, E. G. Owen. Messrs Kendrick and W. Llovd were umpires, and Mr E. Evans referee, the latter succeeding by impartial and just decisions in gaining the goodwill of both teams. This cup-tie will again be played off on the Race- course on Saturday afternoon, kick-off at three, and there is certain to be a good gate, as one of the best-contested matches ever seen in this neighbour- hood may be safely anticipated. CHlitK v. ABERYSTWITH.—This match was played at Newtown on Saturday, in the presence of a large number of spectators, and resulted in favour of the Chirk team by two goals to one. The competitors were: Chirk-Goal, William Owen; backs, C. Cound, T. Jones; half-backs, A Jones, H. Owen, P. Griffiths; left wing, T. Williams, G. Griffiths right wing, G. Owen, E. Roberts; centre, T. E. Thomas; umpire, J. Conde. Aberystwyth-Goal, Mills Roberts backs, J. Hamer, F. Gilbertson; half-backs, J. W. Jones, J. McDonald, R. Morgan; right wing, R. Park, T. Jones left wing, D. J. Davies, A. 0. Davies; centre, S. Jones umpire, J. D. Jenkins. Referee, Mr Pugh, Pool Quay. FOOTBALL FIXTURES* WREXHAM ATHLETIC. Jan. 28, v. Chester Rovers at Wrexham. Jan. 28, v. Chester Kovers at Chester. Feb. 4, v. Corwen at Wrexham. Feb. 11, v. Hare and Hound at Wrexham. Feb. 11, v. Welshpool at Welshpool. Feb. 18, v. Blackburn Olympic at Wrexham. Feb. 25, v. Davenham (Northwich) at Northwich* l March 4, v. Druids at Ruabon. March 18, v. Birkenhead at Birkenheatl. March 25. v. Stoke-on-Trent at Stoke.
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DEATH OF MRS. EDISBURY. We this week record with the deepest regret the death of Mrs. Edisbury, wife of our well known and esteeired townsman, Mr J. F. Edisbury. A severe illness extending over several months, and borne with the greatest fortitude, terminated in the peaceful repose of death on Wednesday morning. Though serious from the commencement, it was hoped that a good constitution, aided by all the skill and attention which medical science and devoted affection could bring to bear upon the case, would have resulted in restored health. In fact it was hoped, and believed that the worst was passed a fortnight since, and that gradual improvement had set in. This however was nor, to be, and for the last few days of her illness, hope was scarcely entertained, and on Wednesday morning she peacefully passed away from her sorrowing family, having attained but half the allotted age of humanity. A devoted wife and affectionate mother, ever diligent in her home duties, she still found time to do her share of public work, though in a quiet and unassuming sphere. With one or two other ladies she conducted a Mother's Meeting, the members of which were warmly attached to her. She was also a frequent visitoi to the woman's ward of the Infir- mary, distributing those sympathetic com- forts and consolations which are so much appreciated by poor patients in their sorrows. In the brighter and pieasanter incidents in which she participated, were those in which she aided her husband in contributing to the enjoyment of the community by their musical skill and ability. All is now over, labour, pain, and sorrow but the reward of faith and duty- life, peace, and joy in a happier and brighter sphere. While the feeling of strongest sympathy with the bereaved husband 1 and family pervades the whole town, it can I only console by pointing out the lesson of her | life, and the strong consolation and hope that I lesson conveys. Human sympathy with human 1 sorrow can do little m 're than point to Heaven. (Here bring your wounded hearts, here ten your anguish- Earth has no sorro .v that Heaven c innoc heal.
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Tii K LORI) LIEUTENANT of Denbighshire has pj circulars calling a meeting at the Town IS8\1" d 1 Hall Ruttan, on Monday next at twelve, noon, reapo"? to the Lord Mayor of London, to 5 „mi<ier the M??sion House fund for theDefence (:C I 1 d ?f Property in Ireland.