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On Tuesday, Mr and Mrs Gladstone arrived at Ilawardcn for the Easter recess. On Tuesday. Sir Watkin Williams Wynn, addressed meetings at Eyton and Marcliwiel. THK late commanding officer of the 2nd Royal Welsh Fusiliers, Col. Creek, has been appointed Assist ant-Adjutant General of the North-Western District. rate of 5d in the £ has been approved by Wrcxliam Highway Board. The Overseers in the Bangor parishes have paid the amounts due from them with the costs. THE North Wales branch of the British Medical Association on Tuesday passed a resolution in favor of the appointment of a direct Welsh repre- sentative on the General Medical Council. AT the last meeting of St. Asaph Highway Board there was a discussion as to allowing farmers to contract for the cartage of stones on the district roads. It was decided to adhere to the existing system. At a meeting of the Wrexham Art Clas Com- mittee. on Monday, Mr Simon Jones was elected chairman, in succession to the late Aid. John Jones, with whose relatives a vote of sympathy was passed. The appreciation of the members of the committee of the services of the late chairman was recorded upon the minutes. THE proposed alterations and additions to Wrex- ham Parish Church have naturally attracted much notice. The subject is dealt with this week in our correspondence columns by two writers. One of them. Mr A. N. Palmer, sounds a note of warning. He says the woeful havoc wrought at the so-c?illed restoration in 1867 ought to be a lesson for all tillic-17 Tin: chairmanship of the Holywell Board of Guardians has been resigned by Mr Scott Bankes, who thinks advancing years suggest the advis- abilitv of diminishing rather than increasing the performance of public duties. Mr Bankes' associa- tion with the Board has extended over a period of upwards of twenty-five years. The Guardians have received the decision with much regret, and at their meeting, on Friday, a hope was expressed that it would be reconsidered. Trit: half-yearly conference of Oddfellows, Man- chester Unity. connected with Cheshire, Shrop- shire. and Staffordshire, was held at Whitchurch oil Saturday. An instructive address on the •• Juvenile Question" was given by P.P.G.M. Graham, who is well-known to Oddfellows in this district, and by whom he is deservedly held in high esteem. Reference was made to Mr Chamberlain's old age pension scheme, which was declared to he altogether impracticable. The General Purposes Committee of the Wrex- ham Town Council sat on Wednesday, and decided to recommend that both paths in Gros- venor-ioad, should be asphalted by the Val de Travers Company. This is intended to be an ex- periment. and will lead, we hope, to a large use being made of this excellent material. Questions were asked about tar pavement, but there seems to he oil in the tar which prevents perfection being reached. Building is booming, for a number of plans were passed. The cabs too are to be ex- amined. and we hope in many cases, improved. THE Budget statement, made in the House of Commons, on Monday, by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, contains no startling information, except that the estimated surplus for the coming year leaves a margin of not more than £ 224,000. The revenue is computed at £ 90,477,000, and the expenditure at £ 90,253,000. This does not allow Mr Gosclien much scope. He proposes to reduce the fees for the renewal of patents and re-adjust the duty on sparkling wines. The duty is to be uniformly 2s, resulting in a small addition to the revenue. It appears that tobacco has done more for the Budget than alcohol, and, as a consequence of influenza, the death duties have considerably increased. Tui'in is Strength. THIS is a painfully trite sn,ying, but it is singular how slow some people are to benefit by the truth which is I crystallized in these words. The principle enunciated is axiomatic, but whether it is due to the sceptical age (using the adjective in its old meaning) or a want of information, there remains a considerable class which needs to be reminded of its value. Strange to say, the scholastic pro- fession which teaches others, requires to be taught the advantages of union. The meeting which was hc!d in the Wrexham British Schools on Satur- day, was in the nature of a. class, to which Mr John, the Welsh representative on the Executive of the X.U.E.T., gave u. lecture. His subject was Progressive Unionism," and it would be difficult to know how the advantages of belonging to so useful a union as the one named, could have been put more strongly. He pointed out that there are now 18.000 teachers combined for the defence of their interests, and for the improvement of their social and professional positions. The work already done and the reforms yet to be obtained, make it incumbent, in our I opinion, upon all teachers to identify themselves with an organisation which has only to be understood to be appreciated. Tie elementary teachers have a great work in their hands. It will (lepend very much upon the re- sults of their labor whether the coming citizen will be a blessing or a bane to the country. Men aud women having such a solemn responsibility deserve to have every consideration shown them. But. unfortunately, we know this is not always the case. Therefore a strong union is necessary. Ail should join it, for those who are comfortably placed ought to remember those who are not so ■situated, and in their interest no less than for their own, they ought to join, for those that are strong ought to bear the professional and social infirmities of those who are weak. We hope Mr John's visit to Wrexham will not be in vain, and to those teachers who have not yet joined, we commend a perusal of the report of Saturday's meeting, which will be found in another column.
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9 r I _1 By a freak of the map-maker, one is 1 r ".I. JL'rt ^1 ovis< rt sometimes inclined to think, although at Overtoil. an authority like Mr A. N. Palmer w')1I1<1 rrfve another and sounder reason, a slice of I Flintshire has been cut off by Denbighshire, and ■ made to form something like a buffer state 1 between us and the English counties beyond the border. It is called the Hundred of Maelor, and 1 while 110ssessing autiquarian interest with which we do not deal just now, has a political connection which deserves attention. It is part of Flintshire as we have said, and is efficiently represented in Parliament by Mr Samuel Smith. It also con- tains the village of Overton, and this pretty place is one of the contributory Boroughs which has for their member Mr John Roberts. This gentle- man. after 14 years' devoted service, is going to retire, and the Liberal candidate, Mr Herbert Lewis, the able chairman of the Flintshire County Council, paid a visit to Overton oil Mon. «lay, and delivered the exceedingly interesting •speech to which we refer our readers. Maelor is a purely agricultural district, and as such is popularly supposed to be Tory. But is this really so s Is Liberalism, the political creed of the large populations, while in the agricul- tural districts it is rare or almost un- Jkuov.Tti ? We are helmed to think that this j is 1:.)t the c?se. It is well known that in ? s?n;c ?B?es—Gvei'ton is, happily, not one of them -tlrf? political keyuote of the locality is sounder! L-y the squire or by the parson- It is not ton macli to suppose what this note would but amotig the iitiii-(Iv vc-oiiicii--tlie very lhtck- bone of the nation—men wLo, in (lays goue hy, have played f*j import ant a ..part in our history is impossible not to lielieve that these men wi«h to .-mid their own keynote. They will not be 1)1 mlly led, nor i-;ill they give vp their right of ■'•'i.-king for themselves to anyone. They have hcvu pivtn strong frames, aud have a shrewd way of liu'liiig their wav out of the difficulties in "belt the prese nt condition of land tenure and agriculture places them. Like most fair-minded pcr.pjo, they wish to hear both sides of tjic case Itwl those wlw zittentled the National Schools on Monday. had the advantage of hearing a ttniperate and, we think, convincing speech, which set out the principles of the Liberal party. Mr Lewis referred to the difficulties which are sometimes met with when political meetings are to be held in a village, where the National School is the only available place. The reasons he gave why such a building should be free to all, are so fair that they require no further enforcing upon our part. As might be expected, the subject of the Small Holdings Bill came naturally to a Speaker at a meeting in Overton. With the calmness and common sense, which is every- where to be seen in the speech, the weaknesses of this promising Bill were exposed, and there is no doubt the experienced audience would appreciate the criticism offered by Mr Lewis. The enfran- chisement of leaseholds, too, came very near home to those who heard the speech. It passes the ingenuity of a Philadelphian lawyer to explain, why the owner of the land should after a time own any premises which the tenant may put up on leasehold property. It is the most perfect form of confiscation which is so much spoken about, and the reader will agree that such an unjust system ought to be abolished. The Overton people like fairplay, and the condemna- tion of this practice must surely meet with their approval. The question of parish councils was laid before the meeting very clearly, nor was Lord Salisbury's insolent sneer forgotten. His lordship is very fond of fun, and no one enjoys his jokes more than the Liberals, but to say that a circus would be better for the villages than a council is more than a joke. It is an insult to an intelligent and hard-working people, nor is it surprising, that when the opportunity has been offered, they have revolted against the Tories, and returned those who will, to say the least, not insult them. There is a great work for the Parish Councils to do when the next Liberal Government establishes them. The chief duty will be to deal with the charities, and this will take some little time. Not only will such a task be useful, but the presence of the Council in a country district of small area will stimulate the people to take a more active interest in their own government, and thus teach a lesson which will be far-reaching and very important. Mr Lewis referred to other matters in his speech which were full of importance. Ireland and the Dis- establishment of the Church were among them. Upon these questions [he gave sound arguments, which will be thought over, and we hope profited by. We do not refer to the other excellent speeches which were delivered. We want the good people of Overton to ponder over Mr Lewis's admirable and courteous utterance. Presently they will have to vote for or against him. We ask them before finally making up their mind to care- fully weigh the arguments he advanced. If they do this, they unquestionably will in the absolute secrecy of the polling booth vote for him as representing the party, from which more is to be expected to benefit them and their social condition than from the other side.
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Mr Oliver StandbrookeHolt has been appointed secretary to the Manchester Sheffield and Lincoln- shire Railway Company, in succession to the late Mr E. Ross. Mr Holt, who is a son of Mr David Holt, late assistant secretary to the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway Company, has been for some time chief assistant to Mr Pollitt, general manager of the Manchester Sheffield and Lincoln- shire Railway Company. Mr and Mrs Gladstone, accompanied by Miss Wickham, reached Chester Railway Station shortly after three o'clock on Tuesday afternoon from Euston. They travelled in a special saloon carriage, and on arriving at Chester were recognised by a few persons on the platform. After a. short delay they left for Sandycroft by the llhyl train. At Sandycroft station they were met by a carriage and driven to the Rectory at Hawarden, where they will remain for the Easter holidays. Mr Gladstone is in robust health. On Tuesday afternoon the Committee of the House of Commons passed the preamble of the Bill for extending the Manchester, Sheffield, and Lincolnshire Railway to Loudon. They, how- ever, were disposed to accept the recommenda- tions of the Home Office in reference to the rehousing of the working classes who would be displaced; and the matter will be considered, to- gether with the reports of the Local Government Board and the Commissioners of Woods and Forests, when the Committee re-assemble after the Easter Recess.
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BICVCI.K RuN.-On Friday the Wrexham Bicycle Club had an enjoyable run to Mold. POLITICAL.—Messrs. Poyscr and Shuter, solicitors, Wrexham, have been appointed by the Hon. G. T. Kenyon, M.P., his election agents. LKGAI..—The Lord Chancellor has appointed Mr W. A. Bury, solicitor, a commissioner to ad- minister oaths in the Supreme Court. Mr Bury was admitted in 1885. TIn-: BOKOUOII BANi).-Tile second march-out took place on Monday night. Mr J. Ingham con- ducted, and the excellent playing of the band elicited general approval. WREXHAM LYING-IN CHAIUTY.—A certificated midwife is now employed by the Ladies' Lyiug-in Charity for the town of Wrexham. Application for her services should be made to Mrs Fletcher, Vicarage. THK REV. E. JICRMAX.—We are pleased to find that the Rev. E. Jerman, who has been to the Canary Islands for his health, returned on Saturday, and has been greatly benefited by the change. TIIE WrATHEit.-After a spell of splendid weather, we have had a return of winter, probably some of the superfluous energy of the blizzard which has been doing so much damage in America. Snow fell on Tuesday night and on Wednesday. NAHROW ESCAPE.—On Wednesday Mr Councillor Williamson had a narrow escape while driving up Penybrvn. He was in a, gig, and to which was at- tached one of his smart horses. The axle broke, and Mr Williamson had the narrowest escape possible of having his leg broken. He kept hold of the reins and retained possession of the horse, thus preventing any further damage. FIRE.—On Tuesday afternoon some alarm was excited in Henblas-street, by a quantity of smoke coming from the cellar below the shop, occupied by Mr Jones, fancy draper. It appeared that Mr Jones had a quantity of brown paper in the place, which he put on fire, but there being no exit for the smoke except through the windows, an alarm which was groundless, was caused. WREXIIAH SMITH FIELD.—On Monday, Mr Frank Lloyd held his prize sale for Easter fat calves, there was a very large entry, and trade through- out was very brisk. The first prize for the best fat calf, was won by Mr Lightfoot, Burton, Rossett, with a grand calf, sold at C6 8s to Mr Henderson h c Mr Carr, Treapwood, and Mr Evans, Marcli- wiel. First prize for the best pair of- .fat calves, was awarded to Mr Evans, Marcliwiel Old Hall, sold at X8 2s to Mr Henderson; h c, Mr Brassev, Halghton Hall, and Mr S. Morris, Lower Berse. ST. JAMES'S HAI.I., WKKXITAII.—During Easter week, commencing on Monday next, the boards of this hall will be occupied by Mr Arthur Layton's specially selected company of capable artistes, in the great Australian success, Silver Jim." This is an entirely original costume drama, and deals with the life of an outlaw in the time of Geo. III., and is full of exciting and stirring incidents. The scenery and costumes carried are most effective, and, judging from the high comments expressed in the provincial and colonial press relative to this great attraction, the hall, we feel assured, will be well patronised during the company's stay. Seats may be secured and tickets obtained at the usual booking office, Mr Little's, the Library. ZlON CONGREGATION AT, ClIAl'HL, TALWUM. Oil Sunday and Monday anniversary services were held in connection with this place of worship. Eloquent sermons were delivered by the Revs. W. Towyn Jones, Cwmaman, and W. James, Merthvr. On Monday, owing to the large con- gregations present, it was necessary to hold the services in the open air, the sermons being de- livered from the chapel window to the people out- side. Large collections were realised in aid of the church funds. Since the building of this, the only chapel, at Talwrn, in 1880, the church has had a most prosperous career, and the debt, which then amounted to nearly £800. has been brought- dowu to a little ovei- zClCO. The outlook for the future is a bright one, because of the many children who so faithfully attend the Sunday School and its jBand of Hope. NONCONFORMrsr.: ACTIVITY.—The Hill-street Pres- byterian Church has shown additional tokens of its activity in providing for the religious needs of the town, by crectfcjg all iron chapel, off Bersham- road. Its position renders it extremely convenient to the large population resident in Newtown, while the building, which Mr Sothern.of Chavles- strœt, h&n erected, wih c?t about 160. A?hcH?h the formal opening is wt to take place, when Dr.¡ Edward- of Bala Coikve. wm preach, the first services were held on Sunday. The school met at 10.30, when close upon 40 children were present. At 2.30, the Rev. John Williams, of Chester, preached to a fairly large congregation, and at 6.30, the Rev. E. Jerman, delivered an excellent sermon to a very large attendance. Miss Nichol- son presided at the American orgun, It is in- tended to hold the following meetings ejeh Sun- q."ty:-6choo1. at 10.30: public worship. ilt 2.30 and 6.30. MARRIAGE.—On Tuesday, the Chester-street Congregational Church was the scene of an in- teresting wedding. The bride was Miss Annie Brown, youngest daughter of the Rev. F. B. Brown, the former pastor of the church. The bridegroom was Mr Henry Millington Harwood, silversmith, of Oakfield, Birmingham. The Rev. F. B. Brown, assisted by the Rev. M. O. Evans, officiated, and Mr F. Allmand presided at the organ. Miss Brown, who was accompanied by two prettily dressed little ladies was given away by her brother, Mr Frank Brown. There was a large number of invited guests, who afterwards drove to Coed Eva, the residence of Mr F. A. Sturge. The wedding presents were very numer- ous and of great value. SontEK.—On Friday the fifth annual soiree of Zion Chapel Literary and Debating Class was held, as the formal closing of a very successful session, which the secretaries, Messrs. W. Lloyd Davies and John E. Jones, had provided. There were about 100 present, and the arrangements for the comfort of the visitors had been entrusted to Miss Jones, Old Bank, and Miss Rowlands, Mona Terrace. In the absence of the Rev. R. E. Morris, M.A., the chair was taken by Mr Benjamin Powell, and the following programme was admirably sustained, Miss Rowland acting as accompanist on one of Messrs. Crane and Son's pianofortes:— Pianoforte solo .liss Katie Powell Song O tyr'd yn ol," Mr C. Lloyd Duet Messrs. R. Jones and R. Jeremy Heading Mr H. D. Roberts solig Pe cawn i hon," .Mr R. Jeremy Duct In the dusk of the twilight,Misses Williams and Rowlands Song My Queen," .Mr R. Jones Song Mrs R. J. Powell Song In old Madrid,Miss Gwlads Williams Recitation Mr E. M. Pritchard Song "Xi fedrwn vn fy myw,Mr J. D. Edwards Qnartett. Messrs. It. Jones and party AN EXAMPLE.—Our readers remember that a short time ago a fire occurred at Messrs Powell Brothers and Whittaker's Iron Works, which was of a very serious nature. The firm were parti- cularly anxious that the new buildings should be speedily erected, and Messrs Davies Brothers were given the contract some five or six weeks ago. They have completed it, and have built a large fitting shop, core-room, pattern-maker's shop, carpenter's shop, a fireproof-room, and extensive repairs to the foundry premises, which were partly damaged. The new buildings are all of a substantial character, and afford increased room. At the time of the fire Messrs Powell Brothers and Whittaker were engaged in constructing Shone's Ejectors for the Chicago Exhibition, and for these, as well as other matters, it was necessary that the work of re-building should be done as rapidly as possible. Messrs Davies Brothers went into the work very energetically, and at night overtime was worked by the aid of two Well's Lights of 2,500 candle power each. The contract is now completed, and Messrs Powell Brothers and Whitaker have made a substantial present to each of the men who were engaged upon the work. PENNY DINNERS.—On Monday, at a meeting of the subscribers to the penny dinner fund, in con- nection with the National Schools, Madeira-hill, Sir Robert Egerton, on behalf of Lady Egerton, hon. secretary and treasurer, submitted a report and statement of accounts relating to the past season, which commenced on January 15th, and continued for eleven weeks. During this period 7,572 dinners, of which 5,011 were free, were served at the National Schools. The free dinners were given to those children whose parents were poor, but to a certain extent had been regulated by the attendance. The statement of accounts showed receipts-Balance from last account in hand, JE12 Os 4d; children's pence, £ 7 9slljd; donations, Cg 6s total, £ 2716s3Jd. Expenditure on dinners, including cooking and service, C23 3s 8d; leaving a balance of C4 12s 7M in hand. The report and statement of accounts having been approved and adopted, a unanimous vote of thanks was presented to Lady Egerton, hon. secretary and treasurer; also to the ladies who so kindly assisted in the management of the dinners, and to Mr Mason, head master, and the other teachers for their able assistance. The committee wish gratefully to acknowledge, in addition to the donations, the receipt of various gifts in kind from Mr T. B. Barton, Mr J. Milligan, and Mr Allmand. WESLEYAN MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.— The closing meeting of this society was held on Friday evening, and took the form of a gentlemen's or bachelor's party. A good number of members and friends sat down to a substantial tea, at six o'clock, and the ladies seemed to enjoy the novel experience of being waited upon by gentlemen in white aprons. When tea was over and the tea- tables cleared away, the audience seated them- selves round smaller tables, on which were placed games, books of views, and other objects of in- terest, with which to occupy themselves between the items of the programme. The president, Mr J. Hopley Pierce, presided, and the following pro- gramme was gone through Part son Forsaken "Wrexham Male Quartette Cornet solo ".Levy Atli:),ii Mr J. H. Reed qoii London Bridge %fr E. Rogers Violin solo Toreador Waltz .Mr A. I;inl Song Forth to Battle" Mr Simon Davies Sonc. True till Death infr H. Roberts Indian Club Exercise Corporal Griffiths INTERVAL FOlt REFRESHMENT. Glee. With sighs sweet Rose "Wrexham Male Quatette Recitation The Auction Mr W. Piper Cornet solo Jenny Jones Nlr -J. H. Heed Soiig The noble boy of truth Mr H. Roberts Song Side by side to the Better Land"Mr S. Davies Violin solo Selection from The Bohemian Oirl" Mr A. Bird (ilee Sleep gentle lady W rexham Male Quartette The National Anthem brought a most success- ful and enjoyable gathering to a close. PENYRRYN BOWLIXG Ci.t-i-Tlie annual meeting of this club was held last week when Mr Buchanan Taylor presided. The statement of the clubs' affairs showed a heathy condition, and it is proposed to open the green on Monday. Mr W. Wilde was appointed president, Mr .Tames Phennah, vice-president, Mr T. Buchanan Taylor, captain, and Mr Ledsham, honorary secretary, in the room of Mr J. Kerrison Jones, who has resigned the post after four years' service. Mr Jones was formally thanked for his work. The president and secretary were appointed to wait upon Mr Charles Murless to arrange the conditions under which the valuable prize he has given should be played for. A sub-committee, consisting of the president, vice-president, captain and secretary was appointed to draw up a code of rules for the government of the club, and report to a future meeting. We learn that the green has been secured upon the same terms as last year, and there is no doubt that an excellent season is opening out to the members of this well- known club. TIIE FOUTHCOMIXG CONCERT.—We anticipate a treat not often enjoyed by music lovers in Wrex- ham and the neighbourhood at the performance of Handel's Messiah on Monday week. Miss Maggie Davies, who has a musical reputation far above the ordinary, and who undoubtedly heads the list of Welsh sopranos at the present time, will make her first appearance here on this occasion. The Glasgow Evening Citizen thus refers to her debut at one of Mr Mann's Orchestral Concerts in that city One of the events was a bewildering surprise to those who had never heard Miss Maggie Davies. The scena (' Ah non credea and Ah non ginnge ') is of excep- tional brilliancy, and she produced an enormous effect in it." Miss Tunnicliffe is the possessor of a fine contralto voice, and is often heard in some of the best London concerts. Mr William Evans has, in addition to great natural gifts, the advantage of the advice of the eminent tenor, Sims Reeves, from whom he is at present receiving finishing lessons. Mr Sims Reeves writes that lie has no hesitation in saying that before long Mr Evans will be well prepared to take a place in the first flight of tenors." Mr Ditchburn is an estab- lished favorite in Wrexham, and his magnificent voice will be appreciated in the exacting solos allotted to the bass. Herr Veerman is in charge of the orchestra. We advise our readers to secure seats at once, as the demand must be great. NauTH WALKS MEDICAL ASSOCIATION.—The in- termediate meeting of the North Wales Branch of the British Medical Association was held on Tues- day at the Castle Hotel, Llanfairfechan, under the presidency of Dr J. Llewelyn Williams (Wrex- ham), the president for the year, the attendance including Drs. W. Jones, Ruabon Lloyd Roberts, Lewis Owen, Denbigh T. Evans Jones, Llanwrst; R. Arthur Pricliard, Conway W. Thomas, R. M. Prichard, Rhyl, &c. Letters of apology were re- ceived from Drs. Eyton Jones and Williams, Wrexham. The following were among others elected members of the association and branch :— David Lloyd, M.B., Denbigh Henry Lloyd, M.R.C.S., St. Asaph; and as members of the braileli--H. Driukwater, M.D., Wrexham and E. Moss, M.D., Wrexham. Dr. Jones-Morris (Port- madoc), the honorary secretary, presented the annual balance sheet, which showed a credit to the branch of JE19 16s Id, the largest known since its establishment. A lengtliv letter was read from Dr. Rhvs Griffith, urging the desirability of appointing on the General Medical Council a representative of Wales.—The Honorary Secretary said that Welsh- men, although anxious to see a representative of Wales on the Council, would be too premature in acceding to the request.—Dr. W. Jones, Ruabon, supported the proposal. He failed to see why Welshmen should have to go to a Saxon university for medical degrees, and he hoped at an earfv date to see a medical college established in Wales. (Hear, hear.)—Dr. E. O. Pryce contended that as WaJes had been recognised as a distinct entitv in the matter of education—as shown by the estab- lishment and endowment of its university colleges —the Principality should also be directly repre- sented on the Council.—It was agreed to pet it inn the Privy Council in favor of nominating a repre- sentative directly connected with Wales. A resolution was Adopted in favor of the appoint- ment by the County Councils of Medical Officers of Health, the same to be adequately remunerated for their services, ana to give their entire time to the duties of the office.- The annual meeting will be held at Barmouth. THE PLEASURE FAIR.—On Monday (Dydd Llun Pawb) there was a large number of people in town, and the Beast Market was the scene of much activity, PENADUR SPRING A«.UN !—At the forthcoming Chester races, the buffets of Messrs Browning and Wesley, of London, all the -,ereated waters will be supplied by Messrs J. F. Edisbury and Co., Limited, who for some years have enjoyed this distinction. We are pleased to Chronicle the con- tinued success of this firm. LOCAT. PRESENT TO THE PRINCE OF WALEs.Ur D. D. Pierce, jeweller, Hope-street, has received the following letter:— Marlborough House, Pall Mall, S.W. 8th April, 1892. SIR,—I am desired by His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales to inform you that on the recommendation of the Hon. G. T. Kenyon, M.P., he has been happy to accept the Gold Medal you have forwarded to him. I am, Sir, Your obedient Servant, FRANCIS KNOLLTS. The medal was a reproduction in gold of the medal struck to commemorate the marriage of the Prince and Princess of Wales; the die being well restored. On the obverse are the heads of the Prince and Princess in profile, considered at the time a perfect likeness. The reverse has the full coat of arms, and the medal has the inscrip- tion To commemorate the marriage of their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales, March 10th, 1863." WREXHAM FllliE LiiBiz-tity.-At the meeting of the committee of this institution, on Tuesday, there were present Mr John Prichard, in the chair, Mr John Francis, vice-chairman, Rev. Wm. Vaughan Jones, Messrs J. Sauvage, J. H. Swainson, E. M.Jones, and W. Pierce; Mr Jacobs acting clerk, and Mr Gougli, custodian. From the minutes of the previous meeting it appeared that the book committee had been empowered to purchase books up to the value of £ 50, but Mr Francis pointed out that the sum for which this was to be drawn had since be found to consist of the book fund and the general fdnd- The book fund was low, and he suggested that this instruc- tion should be held over. This, the committee agreed to.-In his annual report, Mr Gough stated the library had been open 274 days and the read- ing room 311 days. In the lending department 24,396 volumes were issued to 19,615 persons. Last year the number of volumes issued from the lending department was 29,520, the decrease this year of 5,125 volumes was due to the fact that the library was closed thirty-nine days during the preparation for the new catalogue. In the refer- ence department, 844 volumes had been issued to 844 readers, and 12 volumes from the local library had been issued to 12 readers. 286 new borrowers were enrolled, viz., 25 burgesses, 199 non-burgesses, and 62 persons residing outside the borough. The total number of borrowers registered was 1,412. tickets cancelled from various causes 214, number of actual borrowers on March 31st, 1892, 1,198. 266 volumes were purchased by the committee, 122 volumes, 17 periodicals, one framed engraving, and 30 new reading cases were presented by local ladies and gentlemen or at a distance. The lending library contained 3,331 vols. reference department, 876, and local library, 56. The daily average of visitors to the reading room was 342, the total for the year being 106,921. The reading room is regularly supplied with 19 daily papers, 27 weeklies, 21 monthlies and one annual by the Committee and one daily, 24 weeklies, 19 monthlies; the quarterly and one annual were presented by the publishers and others. The report was accepted and considered very satisfactory.—Mr Francis, alluding to the reference library, deplored the fact 'that it was not used by the townspeople as he thought it would, if the useful books in it were only known. It had volumes in it which dealt with nearly everv subject, and certainly all the trades in Wrexham, and lie was sure much useful informa- tion could be obtained from them. The Library was larcelv supported out of the rates, and he feared the ratepayers did not make the best use of it.)Llr Swainson said in the report on the number of books issued from this branch more than half the number were newspapers. Dictionaries and encyclopsedcas had only five readers.—The Chair- man, alluding to the death of Aid. Jno. Jones, one of the members of the Committee, pointed out the loss the town has sustained by his death, and moved that a vote of condolence should be sent to Mrs Graham, on behalf of the relatives.— The Rev. W. Vaughan-Jones seconded, and it was agreed to.—Mr Gough reported from March 8th to April 11th, 3,301 vols. had been issued from the circulating department to 2,374 readers, being an increase of 465 vols, and 162 borrowers in the corresponding month last year. In the reference library 131 vols. had been issued to 131 readers. Copies of Natural Science had been received from Messrs. Macmillan and of The New Review from Messrs. Longmans.
SUICIDE AT WREXHAM.I
SUICIDE AT WREXHAM. I The people of Wrexham were much excited on Wednesday by the report that a man had been found murdered near the Racecourse. The murder theory was soon dispelled when Inspector McLaren and P.C. T. Lee had investigated the case. It seems that early on Wednesday morning some colliers going to their work at the Wrexham and Acton Colliery, passed along the road leading near Plascoch Farm. At a short distance from the junction of the road with that leading to Mold, they were horrified to find the body of a man lying across the path, his feet to the hedge and his head, which was covered with blood, lying in the gutter. The men at once gave in- formation to P.C. Lee, who had the body removed to the mortuary at the Wrexham Infirmary. When ex- amined it was found that the deceased had a bullet wound behind the car, and upon a search being made in the snow which covered the scene of the tragedy, a powerful revolver was found, two chambers having been discharged, while four were still loaded. The weapon, which was of large size. was, it is said, capable of carrying the heavy bullet for which it was suited, effectively for a long distance. In the pockets of the man was found a letter which clearly indicated that he had died by his own hand. His name is Alfred Henry Parton, aged about 28 years. He came from Nantwich. It is stated that lie was formerly a clerk in a stores in the town, but in consequence of a, report which was made by a superior, he resigned his Eost. The gentleman who made thb report is now in business in Wrexham, snd on Tuesday was in his shop when he saw Parton pass his place of business several times. He presently came in, when he was kindly received, and was entertained to tea. While he was in the house, his actions and manner were decidedly strange, and his departure, considering the former relationship of the parties, came with a sense of relief. It was known that the deceased was in the habit of practising with a revolver at Nantwich, and the police have the idea that his presence in the shop, having the revolver with him, suggests that but for the kindness he received, he might have committed a rash act against the shopkeeper in question. It will be noted that two chambers of the weapon were dis- charged, one, of course, was the fatal one, but experts 8:ty that the other shot had been fired some days ago. Parton had only a few coppers upon him when the body was found. THE INQUEST. I The inquest was held before Dr. Edward Davies, deputy-coroner, on Thursday morning, at the County Buildings. Mr David Davies, was foreman of the jury. Evidence was given by Mr John Thomas Dutton, grocer and provision dealer, 19, Penybryn, Wrexham, who identified the body, and stated that the deceased had tea with him on Tuesday evening, and left at about half-past six. Ishmael Roberts, collier, living in Garden-road, Rhosddu, said he found the body early on Wednesday morning and went for P.C. Lee. This officer stated that he found the body lying across the footpath near Plascoch Farm. It was covered, except the face, with about two inches of snow. He conveyed it to the mortuary at the Infirmary, where it was searched. The following letter, amongst others, was found:—" Penybryn, Wrexham, Tuesday. Good-bye. A. H. PARTON, 7, Victoria Buildings, Pall Mall, Nantwich." He after- wards found a six-chambered revolver, with two chambers discharged, on the road, about two feet from where the right hand of the deceased had been. One of the discharged chambers had been fired some considerable time before the other, for the cartridge was rusted in it. The jury returned a verdict to the effect that the deceased committed suicide while temporary insane.
HOPE WHISPERS.
HOPE WHISPERS. The snow lay thick on the ground on Wednesday morning, and driving snow was the order of the forenoon. Truly after the recent glorious weather our English climate is incomprehensible. Practical jokes at all times are insensate, but when it comes to frightening horses, whilst passing under railway bridges, to the imminent danger of lives, the practice is simply criminal. Down in a coal mine." He was tempted afar by more lucre, but Home, sweet home," he couldn't stand it, and thought of The girl he'd left behind him. There came a burst of thunder sound." Some of our neighbours thought it was an earthquake. But it was only the demolition of some old build- ings. The anglers had come a long way, but in the morning, though cold, they departed in hot haste. The report is contradicted that the 2nd V.B.R.W.F. will join other regiments in brigade at Conway. Miss liven still maintains her interests in parochial work in Gwersyllt, although living so far away. Several enterprising furnished-apartment keepers here claim to have had the honor (sic) of lodging Deeming. What heartburnings among our numerous officials. Is it I ? A muttered threat. A Nonconformist parish churchwarden. Perhaps the wish is father to the thought."
I WREXHAM COUNTY COURT.,
I WREXHAM COUNTY COURT., I WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13Tn. I Before His Honor, Judge Sir Horatio Lloyd. A PETITION. I • • m /V« 1 Mr J. Hopley Pierce, on behalf of the Uinciai Receiver, Mr LI. Hugh-J ones, presented apetition in re- ference to the estate of John Jones, deceased, of Cefn Ma.wr. The application was made under order 38, rule 22. The fund had been paid into court some time back, and those proceedings were taken in order to get directions as to how it was to be dealt with. The la-te Mr John Jones died on October 6th, 1860, and the late Mr George Bradley, of Wrexham, was trustee of his will. By it, his property was left to his widow, Ann Jones, and on her death or marriage it was to be divided between his children. The widow died on August 27th, 1888, and at that time the fol- lowing children were living:—Edward Jones, Wigan John Jones, and David Jones, both of whom were in America; Thomas Cambrian Jones, Elizabeth Davies, Lodge, Brymbo; Francis Jones, Knightsbridge; Ann Gilpin, and Sarah Adams, Wrexham. On March 25th, 1873, Thos. Cambrian Jones lent his niotherL50 for the purpose of improving the property, and he was given a. mortgage on the property for the purpose of secur- ing the money. The mortgage was between Ann Jones (the tenant for life) of the first part, Thomas C. Jones, Ed. Jones, John Jones, Daniel Jones, Ann Jones, Elizabeth Jones, Fraucis Jones, and Sarah Jones (the last .three being infants), of the second part; and Thomas Cambrian Jones (the mortgagee) of the third part. The deed was sub- sequently deposited with Mr Foulkes of Abergele, as security for JE38. This with interest amounted to JE73. Mr George Bradley died on April 25th, 1890, and his executors, Mr Ashton Bradley and Mr Bremmer Smith, acting upon the advice of Counsel, sold the property. Altogether, they received X347 17s 6d, and after legacy duty and other charges had been paid, JE114 12s 5d was paid to the three children, who were infants at the time the mortgage was executed, and the balance of £ 186 "17s lid was paid into court. If the mortgagee was held to be a good one, there would be the sum of S-50 with interest, amounting to iE97 10s, due to the estate of Thomas Cambrian Jones, and if that were deducted, there would still be a balance of X89 7s lid, which would give a share of S17 17s 7d to each of the five children, one share going to the Official Receiver as trustee of the estate of Thomas Cambrian Jones. Mr Ashton Bradley had been telegraphed for to Mold, or he would have been present. He had no objection to the petition. Mr J. Allington Hughes, representing two of the parties interested, contended that the mortgage was statute barred. No interest had been paid upon it, and he uiged that nothing the executors had done could bind his clients. Mr Pierce on behalf of Mr Bradley presented a Mr Pierce on behalf of petition for Mr Foulkes, the equitable mortgagee. His Honor said he would look into the matter. Of course, if he held that the mortgage was not a good one, Mr Foulkes' petition fell through. II. AND T. JOXES V. CIIAKLES DAVIES. Messrs. H. and T. Jones, provision dealers, Hope- strct, sued Mr Charles Davies, Hope-street, for S14 2s, damages caused by the possession of a certain shop not being given up at the proper time. Mr J. Hopley Pierce appeared for the plaintiffs, and Mr W. Wynn Evans for the defendant. Mr Pierce said that until lately the defendant was the plaintiffs' tenant. Mr Davies was one of the leading promoters of a new arcade, and he was about to move into a shop there. He was given notice, and was to give up possession of the shop he occupied on December 1st, 1891. He found he could not get out by that time, and it was arranged that he should remain until January 1st, 1892. Mr T. F. Davies, hairdresser, had taken the shop, and was to enter into possession on January 1st, 1892. Possession was not given up on January 1st, but it was given on January 16th. In the meantime the incoming tenant had gone to his solicitors, and on January 13th he (Mr Pierce) received a letter from Messrs Jones and Kendrick, claiming JE20 damages. A sopy of the letter was sent on to the defendant, and lie was given notice that he would be held liable for any damages the plaintiffs might be called upon to pay in con- sequence of his neglect to give up the premises on the date arranged. Finally lie was instructed to offer the incoming tenant, through Messrs Jones and Kendrick, S,12, and this was eventually accepted. His Honor would notice that X14 2s was claimed, and I this was owing to his (Mr Pierce's) expenses being included. Mr Thomas Jones bore out Mr Pierce's statement. In answer to Mr Evans, lie said the defendant was not consulted as to whether he was agreeable to pay JE12. Witness thought JE12 was a very reasonable amount. Mr Wynn Evans, in defence, said his client went out of the shop at the earliest possible opportunity, and he was perfectly willing to make any reasonable payment in respect of that time. He contended that they were entitled to be heard upon the question of compensation. His Honor said he thought it would have been well if the defendant had had a word to say as to the reasonableness or otherwise of the amount which was p lid to the incoming tenant. He would give judgment for the plaintiff for CIO. ACTION AGAINST THE mlOs CO-Ol'ERATI\'E SOCIETY. The Rhos Co-operative Society, Limited, was sued by John Jones, collier, of Rhos, for JE210 10s, damages resulting from personal injuries received by his son, aged eight, owing to the negligence of the defendants or their servants. The case, which was heard with a jurv, was remitted from the High Court of Justice, Queen's Bench Division. Mr Griffith Jones (instructed by Mr Ll. Kenrick) appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr D. V. Colt Williams (instructed by Mr Cartwright, Chester), for the defendants. The case for the plaintiff was that on November 22nd, 18S0, the servants of the defendant company were engaged in hoisting some sacks of flour from a dray standing in Butcher's-row, Ithos, near the company's warehouse, by means of a chain and pulley, when the chain broke, and the plaintiff s little bov, who was passing at the time, was knocked down by the sack falling upon him. His head was injured, one of his legs fractured in two places, and he was otherwise hurt. He was laid up for many months, and the injured leg would never tie the same length as the other. Evidence was called to prove the accident, and the fact that upon a previous occasion the same chain had broken, and also once after the accident, before it was replaced by a new one. Richard Robert Jones. formerly manager of the defendant company's stores, stated that the chain, which broke, was exposed to the weather, not being protected in any way. He mentioned to the com- mittee that the chain had broken once before the accident, and it was talked about that it ought to be covered over, but nothing was done. The father of the injured boy stated that his son was confined to his bed, after the accident, for seven months, and afterwards carried backwards and for- wards to the doctor's for another five months. Dr. John Charles Davies, Rhos, said the boy was suffering from a, compound connninated fracture of the left leg, and had two large scalp wounds. The injured leg was half an inch shorter than the other, and the boy walked with a limp. He would probably be permanently lame.—Cross-examined: An artery of the leg was broken, and if the bleeding had not been stopped under three hours, the boy would have bled to death. The damaged leg would always be weak. For the defence, it was contended that the accident to the boy was contributed to by the conduct of the boy himself, who persisted in playing with the chain along with other boys, although told to go away- several times by one of the men engaged in unload- ing the dray and that, consequently, the defendant company were not responsible for what had occurred, and were not liable to pay any damage. His Honor summed up and the jury, after an absence of about three-quarters of an hour. returned into court and gave a verdict for the plaintiff for X15
GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE.I
GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE. WEDNESDAY, APRIL. 13TH. I Present: Aid. R. W. Evans (in the chair), Ald. R. H. Done; Councillor Benj. Owen, J. Fraser, H. Williamson, G. Cathrall, A. Nuttall, T. Jones, F. W, Soames (Mayor), C. Murless, C. K. Henson, and H. Lewis Mr T. Bury (town clerk), Mr J. W. M. Smith (borough surveyor), Mr D. Higgins (sanitary in- spector), and Dr. It. W. J. Evans (medical officer of health). JIKDICAI.. Dr. EVANS presented his report for the quarter ended March 31st. There had been 119 births (59 males, 60 females) registered, being the same number as in the corresponding quarter in last year. There were 81 deaths, as compared with 47 this time last year, and 80 in the same quarter in 18S0. The death- rate was equal to 26 87 per 1,000 per annum, com- pared with 15-49 per 1,000 last year. The death-rate was very high. Thirty-five per cent, of the deaths were due to chest diseases. Twenty persons over 60 years of age had died from chest complications. Of the deaths from zymotic diseases, one was due to typhoid fever and tive to measles. Twenty-seven deaths were of children under five years of age; most of them were due to chest complaints and wasting diseases of infancy. He had visited the borough farm, and found the effluent satisfactory. The members regretted the high death-rate, but considered that as the causes were without the scope of the committee, no good purpose would be served by a prolonged discussion. On the motion of Au). DONE, seconded by Mr CATJIEKALIj, the report was adopted. SANITAUY. I Mr HIGOINS reported that since his last report no deaths had taken place from zymotic diseases. There was only one case in the East Ward, and the patient, a girl aged sixteen, had been removed to the Fever Hospital. A letter had been received from Mr Chas. Dodd, of the British School, complaining of a nuisance through the removal of manure near the school. Mr Higgins said he believed the matter would he arranged by the removal taking place after school hours. He also reported that he had served several notices in re- spect of over-crowding. In reply to questions, the Inspector said lie pro- posed furnishing a special report upon the subject in accordance with the instructions of the Committee. He never found any difficulty in getting information, for it was always given him. The TOWN ('J.I:J:K said in the case where the over- crowding was caused by lodgers being taken, the course of the Council was clear, hut he pointed out where the family was large, the difficulties of getting the parents, who were probably poor, to take a laiger house was great. Alderman DONE said a case of overcrowding occurred in a house which he owned, and he had directed the attention of Mr Higgins to it. In this case the overcrowding was due to the increase of the family, for although there was a baby ten months old, another one had come Some of the members said the difficulty in over- crowding cases was a question of rent. The report of the Inspector was then adopted. F!t;KYC.U!OJ:I: Alderman DOJ: asked if the Committee had any power to prevent dangerous horses being used in cabs. A day or two ago he hired a cab and when passing through Higli-strcet the horse reared and broke the shafts. He thought it would have been very alarming to ladies and children had they been in the cab. The TOWN CLEIlK said if a, horse was too vicious for any other duty, be was put in a cab. (Laughter.) I u WANTING ATTENTION. Mr I RAKER said he had received several complaints of the state of some stables in Hhosddu near Queen- street. He asked if anything could be done in this matter. Mr HIGGINS said he had served a notice upon the owner, and, if necessary, would ask for further in- structions. I GKOSVENOU-KOAI) TO BE ASPHAI.TEIL. The SURVEYOR said he had been instructed to report upon the footpaths in Grosvenor-road and Grove- road. In 1880 S560 had been borrowed in respect of the paths in these streets, but only A:158 had been spent in curbing and channelling, the balance having been used elsewhere. He had written to the Val de Travel's Asphalt Company, who sent a sample, which, if used for the paths, would cost S200. The CHAIRMAN said JE4,000 had been borrowed on account of the paths some years ago, and thought it was a pity the work was not done then. Ald. DONE asked how it was that nothing was now done with the tar pavement. The Corporation had bought a kettle for the tar. The SURVEYOR said he would not recommend tar pavement for the roads in question. The chief difficulty with the pavement was that unless the tar was specially prepared, the oil in it was affected by the heat and became soft. Mr OWEN said it was used in Victoria-road, but was not very satisfactory. In Llandudno there was a great deal of it used, and he was informed by the Surveyor there, that it was cheap and no complaints arose. The SURVEYOR said the cost of tar pavement was Is 3d per yard, but it was not as satisfactory as the Val de Travers at Is 6d. Mr FHASER considered that granilitic pavement was by far the best, but the cost would be more. Mr T. JONES asked what the cost of chequered tiles was ? The SURVEYOR said Is 3d per yard. Mr JONES said in Wrexham they had flagstones, tiles, bricks, and gravel of all colors on the paths. He thought they ought to have some uniformity. Aid. DONE Impossible. Mr JONES Why ? Ald. DONE Because of the water and gas pipes which run through the paths. Mr JONES thought that could be easily arranged, and urged that uniformity of pavement should be adopted. Un the motion of Mr OWEX, seconded by Mr NUTTALL, it was agreed to have both paths in Grosvenor-road asphalted by way of experiment. I TIIE SWAN CORNER. Mr M. J. Gummow, A.R.I.B.A., wrote on behalf of Mr Stokes, the owner of the stonemason's ytrd at the coiner of Ruabon and Ruthin-roads, asking for particulars about the line of frontage. The SURVEYOR was directed to give the necessary information. L'LANS. The following plans were passed Two houses in Talbot-road, for Mr John (iriffitlis addition to offices for Messrs. Poyser and Shuter, Regent-street shop in Mount-street for Messrs. Stokes two houses in Empress-road, for Mr John Sillery, and one house in Belgrave-road, for Mr Benj. Owen. THE ANNUAL. REPORT. Mr J. W. M. Smith presented his annual report for 1891, which we hold over until next week. He dealt very largely with the disposal of town refuse, and the question, which it was stated is very pressing, was referred to the Labor Committee. RHOSDDU. The TOWN CLERK stated that he had received a letter froni Mr Hopley Pierce, offering to sell a strip of land to widen Rhosddn-lane for S50. It was stated that the land belonged to the estate of the late Hey. W. Davies. The Committee considered the price very much too high, and empowered the Town Clerk to negociate further. THE CABS. An application for a driver's licence having come before the Committee, the TOWN CI.EI.K pointed out that the owners were hound to see that the cabs ply- ing for hire were in good order. This was enforced bv an Act of Parliament. -It was agreed that Mr Higgins should inspect the cabs and report.
* PENYGELLI SCHOOLS CONCERT.
PENYGELLI SCHOOLS CONCERT. On Tuesday evening the annual concert in connec- tion with these schools took place at Tabor Hill. Among those present we noticed—Messrs J. Wilcoxon, chairman of the Bersham School Board, Hugh Jones, Dr. Gibbons, Ellis Abraham, Vrondeg, Mathew Phillips, Ilafodybwch, members of the Board; Mr and Mrs Wynne, Plas Gwyn; Rev. T. Jones- Humphreys Rev. Evan Jones, Bodawen; Mr and Mrs Davies, Tynycocli; Mr, Mrs, and Miss Pattison, Talwrn; Mr and Mrs William Jones, Soutlisea; Mr and Mrs Richard Hughes, Mrs Hopkins Rees, China; Miss Polly Harrison, Mr John Harrison, contractor Miss S. Roberts, Mr T. Roberts, Mr R. O. Jones, Wrexham Mr William Davies, Bwlcligwyn Dr. and Mrs Roberts, Eirianfa Mr Jesse Jones, Vron Mrs Price, Glasfryn Miss Carrington, Cross Foxes Hotel, Mr William Gibbons, auctioneer; Miss Price, Miss Carrington, Star Shop: Mrs Jones, Penygelli School House; Miss Humphreys, Mrs Phillips Hafodybwch, itc. At the commencement of the meeting telegrams were read from Mr Thos. Bury, who was to take the chair, and Mr Jesse Roberts, Berse, regretting their inability to be present—Mr Hugh Jones then moved, and fir. Gibbons seconded, that Mr Wilcoxon should preside over the meeting.— In his opening statements the chairman gave a clear and concise narrative of the plot of School Life," which was about to be performed by the children. He then called upon them to perform the cantata. The different characters were very creditably sustained by the following, who were dressed in suitable costume:— Master, T. C. Evans Matron. Miss Agnes Jones Gibson (laboring under the suspicion of having stolen the master's pencil-case), E. Humphreys Captain Curtis, J. A. Lloyd Hawker, A. L. Grimths Porter, J. LL Roberts Monitors, F. Simmons, T. Wilcoxon, W. Herbert Jones; Boys, J. A. Davies, W. A. Richards, D. Ll. Williams, George Moss. The different choruses were admirably sung by a mixed choir of boys and girls, as in former years, under the skilled conductorship of Mr G.J. Jones. head master. The choir were further strengthened by Messrs. John Evans, G. Hooson, Ed. Williams, D. J. Price, D.J.Jones. J. Jones. Adwy, T. Charles, and the assistants of the three departments. Mr E. Itoden efficiently performed the duties of stage manager. The opening chorus of the cantata was a very spirited one, entitled, "Where, 0 where is the life," which was followed by Gibson relating his troubles, after which, the captain tries to convince him with the words Where there s a will there's a wav," leading to a chpius entitled" 0 the hills have been high for man's mounting. But Gibson is not to he consoled, and another chorus must be sung, namely, The innocent may well he bold." This being over, there appears the school porter, who announces the arrival of his friend the Hawker. One of the monitors informs them that the day being the last of the term, all articles must be paid for in ready money. Jem. the porter, now gets angry with his lot, and he sings The porter in a school, being afterwards sustained in a rollicking chorus. Jem felt rather nervous, which gave greater effect to his troubles. Then followed a very amusing anecdote. relating to the late hours kept by some of the boys. The hawker, whose face gleamed with fun, now came in laden with his basket. The boys examined his goods, and he and one of the monitors sang For your pleasure, here arc we." The buying and selling being over, and old debts scored off, the captain gave a discourse on "the evil of being in debt," and a solo chorus. "Out of debt, from danger free," was sung. The master now made his appearance, and spoke with the boys, who thereupon shout out the words, Down with ignorance, learning forever." This was followed by a very pretty rendering by the choir of We do not ask for idlehours." The boys now discuss the question of a school thrashing, and one of the monitors happens to mention school work out of school hours, which brings down upon him the wrath of his school fellows. Then follow choruses on the charms of cricket and football. Some of the hoys cannot agree and suggest a boat race, which takes place while the choir sing" Firmly settle in your seat." This was the gem of the evening the oarsmen prettily rowing to the music. Early we meet" was then sung, and was accompanied so as to mimic bicycling by the ringing of the school bell. The boys now depict all the glories of the paper chase, and a chorus entitled "With gambol and caper" was sung with much gusto. Then followed a pretty song in support of the game of marbles, sung in a beautiful and clear voice by the third monitor. His song was artistically illustrated by a diagram drawn by H. W. Anwyl, assistant. A little by-play now takes place, and Tag" proves very amusing to the audience. Then followed a tug of war, during which a chorus, Come, come. one, two, three, four was sung. The matron then enters, and in motherly tones speaks a few words to the children. The matron is evidently a favorite with them. She then sings" I go to bed at night," and then announces the joyful news that the pencil case has been found by the master. The boys then shake hands with Gibson. While this takes place one of the boys informs Gibson that lie has obtained a special prize for algebra, and a strong chorus, 0, application, care and thought," is then sung. The boys now carry Gibson into the play ground in triumph, and thus ended one of the best cantatas ever performed by the school cliildrren of Penygelli. During the interval Mr G. F. Wynne, Rev. T. Jones-Humphreys, and Mr E. Jones, delivered short speeches on the advantages of higher education, being followed by the chairman and other members of the School Board, who impressed upon the parents the necessity of sending their children regularly to school. Great praise was due to the school staff for their painstaking labors among the children. Then followed a very amusing and instructive dialogue, called Half an hour at Denborough June tion," the following girls sustained their parts in a very praiseworthy manner—Mrs Willoughby, of Hart- ley Manor, Katie Humphreys Miss Smith (waiting room keeper at the station. Elizabeth Ellen Roberts Augustava Skelton. Maggie Cameron; Ruth Brown, Eliza Anne Cbowen Mabel Willoughby, an orphan girl, Louisa Smith. The dialogue proved very popular with the audience, the natural and unaffected manner of the girls pro- voking roars of laughter. The last item on the programme was an action song, entitled Busy Little Housewives," performed by the girls, who were dressed up for the occasion as little housemaids, and each handled a dustpan, hand-brush, and bowl, which they dexterously manipulated while keeping time to the music. This lncst enjoyable concert was brought to a dose by the singing of the National I)roli,,Iit to ?L C l ()Se l?V tl,.e ,? i ng i iif,, of the Niti,)iiL l Great praise is due to the head teachers and their assistants for the trouble and labor which they have bestowed in making the concert n. success, and in providing the inhabitants of Coedpoeth with such a rare musical treat. The room had been artistieally decornted by the liberal use of Chinese lanterns, fairy lamps/and hunting. Owing to the large number who were unable to obtain admittance to the concert, it was again given on Wednesday evening, under the presidency of Mr Hugh -foncs.
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« The Welsh Calvinistic Methodists held their annual congregational singing demonstration on Monday evening in Hengler's Circus, Liverpool. The object aimed at is the improvement of congregational singing in the various chapels.
I ELECTION OF GUARDIANS.
ELECTION OF GUARDIANS. WLLEXHAM. The following is a list of the new Board of Guardiams for Wrexham Union Abenbury Kawr: John Bithcll, fanner, Woodbine Cottage, Abenbury. Acton and Horras Hovali Samuel Thomas Baugh Land Agent, &c., PllLspenyddol, licrsham. Allington Edwar t Woolrich, farmer, Pinfold Farm, Trevalyn. Bangor: John EIIi." retired tradesman, Althrey Cottage, Bangor. Bersham: Richard Hnghes, retired builder, Bryn Heulog. Broughton: Francis Albright Sturge, colliery secre- tary, Coed Efa., Brouglit.-m. Brymbo: Edward Koberts, contractor, Bryn Coch, Brymbo. Burton: John Jones, farmer, Burke House Farm, Itossett. Dutton Diffeth and Dr.Uon- -lir.m John Brereton, farmer, Isycoed Farm. Erbistock Philip \Y. Sparling, clerk in holy orders, Erbistock Kectory. Erlas and Caeca Dnttull Edwin Edwards. Esclusham Above J. Tudor Rogers. Ksclusham Below; .John Daniel, miller, Bersham Mill. Eyton and ftovton William Owen, farmer, Eyton Farm. (Jrc-sford Edward Lloyd, farmer, Green Farm, Gresford. (iwersyllt: John lingers, fiirmer. Higher Gwersyllt. Holt and J3orras Riffre George Clarke, farmer, Plas Devon, Holt. El ay Richard Handles, farmer, Llay Green. Marchwiel and Erthig J. W. Evans. Miiiera Sampson Michell, mine agent, Plas Dinae, Minera. Piekhill and Sesswick William J. Mackenzie, farmer, Parkey. ltuabon (5 members'): Benjamin Davies, shopkeeper, Hhos, 1235; Edward Tunnah, innkeeper, Eagles inn, Rhos, 1159; Benjamin Williams, shopkeeper, Mona House, Hhos, 999; William Roberts, retired tradesman, Cefn Kynaston, 897 James Lloyd Thomas, farmer, The Groc., Ruabon, 784 Benjamin Bowen, shopkeeper, Well-street, Cefn, 704 illiam Davies, provision dealer. Bee Hive, Rhosymedre, 684; Hezekiah .Tom s, grocer, Hall-stri et, Rhos, Ruabon, 666 James Hpencer Eaycock, agent, 1'i.rk Side, Ruabon, 535; William Henry Thomas, general merchant, 403 Hugo Franke, licensed victualler, Ruabon, 245. Khocklach Church and Shocklach Oviatt Thomas ickson. Stansty George Heyward, gentleman, Rhosddu, Wrex- ham. Sutton tnd Itidley: Charles W illiam Parsonage, farmer, Sutton Lodge. Threapwood William Burrows, gentleman, Threap- wood. Worthenbury Richard Maddoeks. Wrexham Regis (5 members): William Edge Samuel, builder, Stratford House, Wrexham, 844 Simon Jones, confectioner, Milton Villa, Grosvenor-road, Wrexham, 829 Henry Hopkins, Roman Catholic priest, St.Mal. 'Ii Rectory, 820 Edmund Mason, gentleman, Beaconsfield, Wrexham, 734; (joiner Davies, hotel keeper. Maelor Temperance Hotel, Regent-street, 6%; Hampden A. Poyser, solicitor, Regent-street, Wrexham, 561. I un LLANRWST. The result was made known on Monday as follows, the first five, which were approved at a public meet- ing. being elected:—John Jones, Feiiii 1 ella. 391; E. Jones Williams, 388; Ed. Edwards, lthydycre.au, 352: Edward Mills, 341: William Williams, l'rccswylfa, 317; John Jones, titan Abcr, 285; W. J. Roberts, I Cowlyd, 132. I RUTHIN. There was only one parish in the Union contested, that of the town of Ruthin, the result of which was made oil Monday as follows, the first two being e'.ected:-T. P. Roberts (Mayor of Ruthin), 76; C. Goodman Jones, 76; G. F. Byford, 57. By far the great majority of the ratepayers did not vote. and there were fifty-six spoilt papers returned to the collectors. I HOLYWELL. The result of the election for Holvwell rllion was announced on Tuesday by Mr P. Harding Roberts, the returning officer. In Holywell parish there were eight candidates for five seats, and the Toting resulted as follows, the asterisk denoting those who had seats on the Hoard last year:—"Isaac Hughes, farmer, Bedol, Bagillt, 805 "Thomas Humphreys, Sea View House, Bagillt. 729; Samuel Davies, Ivy Cottage, Greenfield, 694 Joseph Garner, draper, Cross-street, Holvwell, 678; James Kerfoot Evans, printer, Holy- well 664 (elected); 'Robert Foulkes, grocer, Bryn Gadlys, Bagillt. 621: Edward Parry, The Stores, Greenfield, 475 William Jones, Frondeg, Holywell, 422. In Nortliop parish there were five gentlemen nominatcd for three seats, but James Prince, brick manufacturer. Peny llan-place, Connah's Quay, and \Vm. H. Lloyd, Topyfron, Nortliop, retired, and the following old guardians were returned: Win. Asloury, Galchog Farm, Northop James lter.ey, Muisl. Cottage, Connah's Quay, and Daniel Price, Vocl Rhosesmor. For Llanasa. the retiring guardians, Charles James Batters, Tanlan House, Mostyn, and Edward Evans, Berthymaen. Trelogan, were re- turned, Mr John Owens. Brynllystyn, Llanasa, who was nominated, declining to contest. The guardians returned for the other parishes were —Cacrwys. Win. Evans, builder, Fox and Hounds Ci!cen, James Alexander, farmer, Ty Gwyn Flint, Samuel Wilkinson, licensed victualler. Hill-street, and John Roberts, draper, Tan-yr-Allt. Gwaenysgor, John Price, farmer, Teilia. Halkyn, Thomas Parry, mine agent. Mold, John Corbett, wine merchant, Wrexham-street Edward Price Edwards, tanner, High-street; Edward Peters, builder, Leeswood John Lloyd, farmer, Maesgarmon James Peters, farmer. Bod Offa. Buckley. Nannerch. Hey. Watkin Williams, the Rectory. Nerquis, Wm. Griffiths, farmer, Peityll. Newmarket. Joseph Ellis, farmer, Graig Arthur. Whitford, William Roberts, grocer, Glan-y-don House John Jones, farmer, Fachallt. Ysceitiog, Wm. Thomas, farmer, l'las Xewydd John Davies, fanner. Llwynydrain. I ST. ASAPH UNION. ihe counting of the votes in the St. Asaph Guardiar. election took place on Tuesday. Contests took place in two parishes only. The following are the resultsAbergele—Thomas Evans, 432; Johu Vaugha.n, 374; John Williams, 316: Elias Roberts, 315; Abraham Foulkes, 292. The first four are elected. St. Asaph—Joseph Lloyd. 430: Thomas Howes Roberts, 363; Robert Davies, 326: John Whitley Stokes, 292; and Augustus Edward Davies, 252. The first fonr are elected. ('UHWEK. Ihe result of the contest for the election of three members for the parish of Corwen was declared on Monday afternoon, and is as follows:—Messrs. Ed. Jones, Carrog, 424; Edmunds, Druid. 3S9; R. R. Roberts, auctioneer, 318; and John Hughes, shoe- maker, 251. The first three were declared elected.
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BWLCHGWYN. Tiiil- Ciii,iicji.I'Iie fabric at Bwlchgwyn is not the only thing which has been altered pnd decorated. Recently important changes have been introduced with the object of beautifying the services. The choir has been for many years a mixed one, Lut during the last few weeks this has been superseded by a surpliced choir of boys and men. The congre- gation is also discriminated at the door, and the sexes occupy different sides of the nave. The order thus ensured, together with the recent changes and adornments, will add much to the attraction of the church services at Bwlcligwyn. THE PKNIEL AssrAI. COMPETITIVE MEETING.—ROR many years the success and popularity of tb" "Miniature Eisteddfod has been increasing. At first it took the form of an ordinary Sunday School penny-reading, but it has during the last three years assumed much larger dimensions, several pouiios being spent in prizes. The last of these was held ( -.L Monday, when the Rev. O. Mathias, Coedpoeth, pic- sided. The adjudicators were:—Music, Mr E. Cunnah, Cerney; of the poetry and prose, the llev. Evan Jones, Bodawen. Adwy varied, Miss Roberts, Prion, and Mr John Jones, The Old Gate, Bwlth. gwvn. The accompanist was Mrs Matliias, Cocc- poeth. The programme was dealt with in the following order:—Adjudication of Mr Jones on the walking sticks. Mr Shorn Jones, Shop Xewydd, was the winner. A novel dialogical competition took place. Each party was allowed to select its own dialogue. Owing to equal merit, the prize was divided between Mr A. Ll. Price and party and Mr Allen Roberts and party. For the best rendering of P''e mac y naw" (Where arc the nine) A. Ll. Price received the first, and Francis Carrington the second prize. The next competition was restricted to giljo under sixteen years of age, for the best rendering cf Yn y man, fiist, Elizabeth Jenkins, Glanyliyn second, Mary Roberts, Bwlchgwyn. A most instinc- tive address upon Llwyrymwrtliodiad oddiwrth y diodvdd meddwol" (Total abstinence), delivered by Mr Thomas Davies, Coedpoeth, won the prize offered for same. In the tenor solo, "Y Bugail" (W ilfrcc.; Jones), the first was Mr Richard Jones. Llanarn.t • For the best prize satehet" Miss Mary Roberts received first prize, and Miss Esther Jones, bhc'ii Newydd, second prize. Tor a poetical recitation of competitors' own selection, the prize was awarded to Mr Isaac Jones, Mountain Fariii. for his rendering cs •' Y Caethwas yn ffoi (The fugitive slave). In tLc competition, confined to parties not exceeding e;gL:. in number, in singing Gogerddr.il," Mr En(,I, Jenkins and party were successful. Tile adjudicatict. of Miss Roberts upon the stockings resulted in the prize being awarded to Mrs Ann Jones, I'lasgwM: Mountain. The prize for the bass solo out of Teyrnasoedd y ddaear was divided between MostB John Parry, Pentre; Jonathan Jones, and Sc-th Roberts, Brymbo. The adjudication of the Rev. Evan Jones on the three stanzas of eight lines each, upon Steddfod Minera, ended in Mr EdwHll) Jones, Shop Newydd, being deemed worthy of iK prize. After votes of thanks to all who had assisted had been accorded on the motion of Mr E. Jones seconded by Mr Samuel Kendrick, the chief chord competition tcok place. The piece chosen Arglwydd ymwel (R. S. Hughes). On account ct equal merit the prize was divided between the choi. conducted by Mr Richard J. Davies, Coedpocth as Mr Enoch Jenkins. Bwlcligwyn. When Mr Edward Jones had read his poetry on tljt-- -"Steddfod," tL: proceedings terminated. From every point of view this year s meeting was a most successful one, great praise is due to the committee—of which l-h Hugh Roberts, Aber. Groesnewydd. was the secretsr —for the excellent manner in which they !la' executed their duties.
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Louis Hamilton, otherwise John Curd. ch?r<'(. ? with the murder of the man Iticluircls at Meiksl>-a. has been arrested. The accused killed Hi?h:? one of his sweetheart's relatives, Lclicvi)? that 1.?' had been the means of frusti?tit? ]jig maniac Hamilton, who in a curious letter sent to the girl i? i confessed his guilt and stated that lie intended to 1. further revenged, had been wandering about Wilt shire since Saturday, pursued bv the po'icc The officers met him near the village of Cc)r-iley oii Tues day morning, and nrrosted him alter adesperate struggle, during wliiclli lic. slot Police-Sergt. Molden dead. A illeputi-ttion from the Unemployed Committee paid a visit to the "labor number-, of the London County Council on Tuesday at the cflicc of the Council. A long conversation took place, in which i" was pointed out by several member., of the Council that they could not at present do anything to assist the unemployed; and being asked at the close "What are you goiii 'r to do for us?" Mr Burns Iepied, That is our business; we are the best judges of that." The proceedings are stated to have been" rather unruly at the end. .11,() itatcd to liavl,