Wrexham and Denbighshire Advertiser and Cheshire Shropshire and North Wales Register

I FOOTBALL. I Wrexham played Everton in the Combination, at Liverpool, on Saturday. Both clubs were well represented. Dodd kept goal for Wrexham; Hayes was in the centre Evan Williams joining Edwards at back and J. Wilding was at centre half. Everton won by eight goals to one, but notwith- standing this heavy score, the game was a fairly good one, and there was not so much difference between the teams, as the score would seem to indicate. At half-time, Everton led by two goals to nil, and Dodd ought certainly to have stopped one of the two. On changing ends, the home team quickly scored three more goals. Then Turner headed through for Wrexham, who were playing up well. Samuels at this point injured his ankle, and had to retire, and before the finish, Everton had brought their score up to eight. Dodd did fairly well in goal, but we think he might have saved three of the goals scored against him. The backs and half-backs all played well. The forwards passed very nicely, but lacked power, when in front of goal. R. Davies, Hayes, and Turner were the best, Hayes playing very well in the centre. The Wrexham League team did a capital perform- ance on the Racecourse, beating the Druids by three goals to one. On the whole, the Druids perhaps had more of the play than the home team, but Wrexham were more fortunate in front of goal. S. Jones played a splendid game in goal for the League team, and he has been selected to play for Wrexham to-day (Saturday). The Welsh Junior Cup competition gave rise to some good games. The one between the Rovers' Reserve and Wrex- ham Gymnasium, at Stansty Park, was a very hard one. At one stage of the game, the Rovers led by two goals to nil, but just before the finish, the Gymnasium drew level. The match will be re-played on the Gymnasium ground, on Tuesday. Westminster Rovers and llhostyllen did not play their Welsh League match on Saturday. We under- stand they play it off, at Rhostyllen, to-day (Satur- day). The Wrexham club will make about JE60 out of the recent draw.

CAERGWRLE WANDERERS V. WESTMINSTER ROVERS. —These teams met at Hope, on Saturday, before a fair number of spectators. The home team added another to their list of victories by defeating their opponents, after a fast and pleasant game, by two goals to one. Up to the present they have played nine matches, of which six have been won, two drawn, and one lost, scoring twenty-six goals to nine. LLANDUDNO SWIFTS V. RHYL.—Played at Rhyl, in beautiful weather. The Swifts held the upper hand all through the game, and gave the home spectators a splendid display of football. Arnold Jones, T. Owen, and A. Knight played splendidly for the Swifts, a fine game resulting-Llandudno Swifts, 6 goals Rhyl, 2. WREXHAM OLYMPIC V. BUCKLEY ALEXANDRA.—This match was played at Buckley, on Saturday. Buckley won the toss, and McGuinness started for the Olympic, who rushed off, and were very unlucky in not scoring. After a few minutes' play in mid-field, the visiting forwards commenced a vigorous attack, in which they experienced hard lines in not scoring. Although the home backs cleared in fine style, yet the forwards could not break through the splendid defence of the visitors. Keeping up the pressure, the Olympic forced two corners, which came to nothing. The whistle blew for half-time without any goals having been scored. Soon after re-starting, Buckley broke away and scored. This seemed to liven up the Wrexham lads, who made a determined rush for the home citadel, but the ball was put behind. From the goal-kick, Culkin obtained, and placing the ball nicely in front of goal, it was put through by Newell. The Olympic kept up the pressure to the end of the game, and just before time McGuinness scored the winning point for them. Olympic Team Goal, W. Humphreys backs, G. Morris and J. Hughes half- backs, J. T. Davies, H. Mason, and O. Jones for- wards, J. Jones, L. Culkin, A. McGuinness, J. Horsnell, and H. E. Newell.

WELSH JUNIOR CUP. The first round of the Welsh Junior Cup competi- tion took place on Saturday. The following were the results:— Holywell Reserve beat Mancott and Pentre United, at Holywell, by 5 goals to 2. Flint Swifts and Counah's Quay scored one goal each. Connah's Quay scored anotlitr goal in extra time, but the full half-hour was not played. St. ASltph beat Carnarvon Athletic Reserve, at Car- narvon, by live goals to four. Hoole Institute beat Erddig Albion, at Wrexham, by five goals to four. Westminster Hovers Reserve and Wrexham Gvm- nasium drew at two goals each, at Stansty Park. Brymbo Institute Reserve beat Adwy United, at Adwy, by one goal to nil. Short time was played, owing to the late arrival of the referee. Buckley Victoria beat Dublin White Stars, at Buckley, by four goals to three. Chirk Reserve beat Rhos Reserve, at Chirk, by nine goals to nil. Rhostyllen Reserve beat Llangollen Wanderers, at Rhostyllen, by eight goals to one. Shrewsbury Reserve beat Welshpool, at Shrews- burs, by seven goals to nil. Newtown Reserve scratched to Wrockwardine Wood, and Yron Amateurs scratched to Malpas.

THE COMBINATION. Goals. I P. W. L. D. F or Agst Pts Everton 12 11 0 1 73 5 23 Stoke Swifts 10. 9. 0 1 30 9. 19 Leek. 10 4 5 1 15 27 9 Chester 9 3 4 2 12 27. 8 Macclesfield 9 3 4 2 22 21 8 Buxton 7 2. 2 3 10 10. 7 Chirk 8 3 4 I 20 21 7 Dresden United 8. 3 4. 1 15 19 7 Wrexham 8 3 5 0 16 32 6 Gorton Villa 9 2 6 1 13 24 5 Stockport County 8. 1 4. 3 10 20. 5 Xantwich 8. i 7 0. 13 44. 2 STOKE SWIFTS v. LEEK. Played at Leek, on Saturday, the Swifts winning by two goals to nil. WREXHAM V. EVERTON.—Played on the Goodison- road ground, Liverpool, on Saturday, before about 2,000 spectators. Hayes started for Wrexham, and after some fine passing by the visitors, Hayes shot just a little wide. Everton were dangerous, but hands stopped them for a time. Dodd gave a corner, in saving a shot from Smith, and this was sent behind. Dodd saved a fine shot from Elliott. A free kick for Everton was returned, and then McLaren shot behind. A free kick for Wrexham in mid-field followed, and good passing by the Wrexham forwards was applauded. A good shot by Smith was saved by Dodd, and then McLaren kicked behind. A corner for Everton came to nothing, and then Wrexham paid a short visit to the other end. Smith was well placed, but Evan Williams came across and saved at the expense of a corner, which was badly placed and came to nothing. Good play by Wilding gained ground f ( -? the visitors, but the ball was shot gainecl Everton were quickly at the opposite end, and after Dodd had saved from Elliot, Smith kicked over the bar. A corner for Everton was kicked behind. Davies and Pugh made a nice run, Chadwick returned and Elliot shot wide. Directly afterwards, R. Jones had a try, but sent over. Everton pressed, and from a corner, which was beautifully placed, the ball was rushed through, thus scoring the first goal for the home team. A couple of corners for Everton were not improved upon, and then a free kick for Wrex- ham relieved the pressure for a time. The ball was, however, quickly returned, and another corner, which was sent behind, resulted. Smith got through, but as he was clearly off-side, no score was allowed. Then Wrexham had a look in, but Hayes shot wide. Play was in the home quarters for a short time, and then Dodd was again called upon. A good shot from Maxwell was saved at the expense of a corner, which was safely got away. Hayes got past the home backs, but the whistle went for off-side. Rennie had to hit out a shot from the same player directly afterwards. Two corners for Everton were not improved upon. Elliot had a splendid chance of scoring, after good play by Pinnell, but sent behind. Just before the interval, Pinnell sent in a long shot. Dodd kicked at the ball, but it twisted off his foot and went into the net, thus scoring the second goal for Everton. At half-time then, the home team led by two goals to nil. On changing ends, Dodd had at once to kick out. Elliot was nicely placed, but shot behind. A corner for the home team was cleared, and then Pugh made & good run. He crossed the bdL but when Turner was well placed, the whistle went for some informality. Directly afterwards, from a cross by Elliot, Maxwell scored a third goal. Htiic-ls for Everton in mid- field was followed -by a corner, which was got awav, and Wrexham got to the opposite end, Owen shooting wide. Elliott did the same at the Wrexham goal. A corner for Everton was well placed, and the fourth goal was rushed through. Lea did some fine work, and then Chadwick stopped the visitors' left wing wheal dangerous. Tilie visitors had the best of the play for some time, acnd bombarded the Everton goal. The defence was safe, however, and the home forwards breaking away, Elliott scored a fifth goal. From the re-start Pugh had an opening, but shot a little wide, A free kick for" hands"' near the home goal was well placed by Lea, and J. Timer headed through for Wrexham. Samuels was diiectly afterwards hurt, and bad to be carried ctf the ground. On the re-start, Pinnell scored a sixth goal with a long shot Wrexham rot to the home goal, and Rennie saved a shot foiii Turner. A free kick for Wrexham near the home goal wis followed by a similar advantage for Everton. Wrexham played up pluckily, and sjearly all the forwards had shvt at the home goal. They were unable to score, however. McMiilau got possession, aid after making a magni- ficent ran. passed, when in front of gaol, to Pinnell, who easily scored the seventh point. Dodd saved well from Smith, and then T. Owen got passed the home backs, but when slioo'.ing kicked the turf, as well as the ball, which he sent behind. Pugh headed in from a cross by Owen, Rennie saving. Lea secured. and shot behind. Wrexhan had a splendid chance of adding to their score. Trevor Owen sent the ball across goal, but no one was up, and it lolled behind. Just before time arrived, a corner fell to Everton. The ball was sent out, but McLaren returned, and scored the eighth goal with a long shot. Final score Everton. eight goals Wrexham, one. The following were the teams :-Everton Rennie, goal; Chadwick and Collins, backs McLaren, R. Jones, and Coyle, half-backs; Smith, Maxwell, Pinnell, McMillan, and Elliot, forwards. Wrexham: Dodd, goal Williams and Edwards, backs Lea, Wilding, and Samuels. half-backs Owen, Turner, Hayes, Pugh, and Davies, forwards. Referee, Mr Struthers, Gorton Villa.

WELSH LEAGUE. I Goals. P. W. L. D. For Agst Pts P. W. L. D. For Agst Pts DriiiO 11 7. 2. 1 36 15 15 Chirk 13. 7 5 1 46 23 15 Westminster Hovers 7. 3 3. 1 15 15. 7 Hhos. 9. 3 5. 1 16 18 7 Rhostyllen 8 3 4 I 10 26 7 Brymbo 7 3 4 0 11 27 6 Denbigh 6 3 3 0 10 14 6 Wrexham 6. 2 3. 1. 11 15. 3 Wrexham have had two points deducted. RHÜ"; Y. DENBIGH.—Played at Denbigh, on Satur- day, the home team winning by one goal to nil. WREXIIAM v. DRUIDS.—Played on Wrexham Pace- course, on Saturday, before a good number of specta- tors. The Druids won the toss and put then- opponents to play against a strong wind, which blew j from end to end. Wrexham were the first to attack, j but the bali passed outside. After Jones had saved, the home team got down and R. Parry centred, but Evans dashed up and cleared. Then the Druids commenced to press and gained a free kick near the home goal, S. Jones saving finely. A Her a run down by the Wrexham forwards, the Druids got a corner, after which hands followed right in the mouth of goal, but the ball was sent through without touching anyone. The Druids still pressed, and the ball was sent through the goal, but owing to the ball having been handled the point was not allowed. The Druids had the best of it up to half-time, but owing to the grand defence of Jones and the backs, they failed to score. At half-time, nothing had been scored. On changing ends, the game was keenly contested. After Wrexham had attacked, the Druids had a run down, but were forced back, and Wrexham took tip the running. Several corners were cleared. From a combined run by the home forwards Dawson was enabled to head the first goal. The game then livened up considerably, and after both goals had been visited in turn, R. T. Jones equalised for the visitors. Wrexham were, however, not to be denied, and as the result of some pretty passing R. Parry put them ahead. This was followed -by another point and Wrexham thus won a good game by three goals to one. The following were the teams :— Wrexham S. Jones, goal Ellis and Walton, backs; Bithell, Elitis Jones, and Ball, half-backs R. Parry, J. E. Jones, Dawson, W. Davies, and E. Jones, for- wards. Druids Upton, goal; W. Evans and J. Humphreys, backs H. Harris, Humphreys, and D. Evans, half-backs R. T. Jones, J. Vaughan, W. Jones, J. Davies, and T. Davies, forwards. Referee, Mr D. Smith.

THE LEAGUE. In the League competitions, on Saturday, attention was almost concentrated on the great match at Sun- derland, between the home club, last year's cham- pions, and Preston North End, because of the fine race for first place between the teams here opposed. It was a fine day, the gate" was roughly estimated at 20,000. After an even and brilliant first half the sides crossed over without the scoring of a point. Change of ends saw fortunes veer completely to the ranks of Sunderland, who obtained a couple of goals, by which they won, to Preston's nothing. This result leaves Sunderland only a win behind Preston, who have played three matches more than the 1891-92 champions. At Accrington the home side secured a win over West Bromwich Albion. It was a good game, and the Albion fought an uphill match after being three goals behind at the interval. Ultimately the score was five to four in favor of Accrington. At Blackburn the Rovers vanquished Burnley by two goals to none, scoring both points in the first half. Another keen fight was that at Trent-bridge between Everton and Notts County. Everton scored once before change," and eventually won by two goals to one. Wolverhampton Wanderers v. Newton Heath, proved a hard match at Wolverhampton. The Wan- derers registered a. goal in each half, and beat their rivals by two goals to none. Sheffield .Wednesday and Stoke were well matched at Stoke. Neither side could score before the interval. Afterwards Stoke put on a couple of goals and won by those points to none. At Derby the Aston Villa led by a goal at half-time, but finally the Derby County men beat them by two goals to one. Second Division.-Five matches were played in this division thus :—Ardwick beat Darwen by four goals to two, at Ardwick; Small Heath beat Walsall Iff oals Swifts by twelve goals to none, at Small Heath; Burton Swifts beat Lincoln City by four goals to two, at Burton Bootle beat Grimsby Town by three goals to one, at Rootle and Sheffield United beat Burslem Port Vale by four goals to none, at Sheffield.

I FIXTURES FOR SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24TH. I THE COMBINATION. Stockport County v. Buxton, at Buxton. Everton v. Chester, at Chester. Leek v. Chirk, at Leek. Stoke Swifts v. Nautwieh, at Stoke WELSH LEAGUE. Westminster Rovers v. Rhostyllen, at Rhostyllen. Wrexham v. Hanley Town, at Wrexham. Druids v. Shrewsbury, at Shrewsbury. Holywell v. Flint, at Flint.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 2ô,h. THE COMBINATION. Macclesfield v. Buxton, at Buxton. Gorton Villa v. Chester, at Chester. Leek v. Chirk, at Chirk. Stoke Swifts v. Dresden United, at Stoke. WELSH LEAGUE. Wrexham v. Westminster Rovers, at Wrexham. Wrexham v. Druids, at Wrexham. Wrexham Gymnasium v. Liverpool Celtic, at Wrexham. Westminster Rovers v. Shrewsbury, at Shrewsbury.

COED TALON. I BLACK DIAMOND BOARD SCHOOLS.—A verv successful concert was held in these schools on Friday evening, under the chairmanship of Mr John Gibbons, Mount Pieasant, vice-chairman of the Board. The concert was promoted by Miss Jones, the head-mistress, for the purpose of providing funds to give the scholars their annual school treat. The room was well filled, and there was a capital pro- gramme. The majority of the artistes made their first visit to this neighbourhood, and created a favorable impression. Miss Thomas, who possesses a sweet contralto voice, sang in a very taking manner, and was loudly encored. Miss Roberts and Miss Bateman made their first appearance as vocalists, and sang very creditably. Mr J. N. Evans, Gwerny- mynydd, possesses an excellent voice, and sang in good style. The programme contained two cornet solos by Mr LI. P. Jones, Rhosesmor, and they were efficiently rendered and loudly applauded. The pro- gramme was as follows :—Piano duel, The Fairy Queen," Misses Gibbon and Bateman glee, "Music sweet shall sound to-night," School Children song, Love's old sweet song," Miss Thomas cornet solo, The Lost Chord," Mr Lleweivn P. Joues song I Love's Request," Mr Tom Kenrick comic song, The Unfortunate Man," Mr W. J. Harper song, Good health to all," Miss H. A. Roberts song. The Old Brigade," Mr T. Jones song, When tired with our lessons,"Infants; comic song, "Where did you get that hat," Mr J. P. Selby glee, What then is heaven," School Children song, Bwthyn bach melvn fy nhad," Miss M. A. Jones; song, Tally ho," Mr J. N. Evans cornet solo, Welsii Airs," Mr LJ. P. Jones song, Gates of the West," Miss Bateman song, Ta-ra-ra-boom-de-ay," Mr Tom Kcnrick song, Daddy," Miss Thomas song, Anchored," Mr Thomas Jones; song, "Naughty Jack," Infants comic song, Saved for the lodger," Mr W. J. Harper. WORTHENBURY. I EVEivloiG PARTY. On hriday an evening party was held in the schoolroom, kindly lent for the occasion by the Rector, and which had been taste- fully decorated with evergreens, &e. DzLiiciiig com- menced shortly after eight o'clock, and was kept up with much spirit until about two a.m. The band, whose services were gratuitously rendered, consisted of local performers, viz., Messrs L. Houlbrooke and James Huxley violinists, and Master W. B. Urmson, who presided at the pianoforte. Great credit is due to them for the efficient manner in which they dis- charged their duties, especially as this was their first performance in public. The refreshments were supplied by Mrs Hesketh, of Malpas, who gave every satisfaction. All the details connected with the party were admirably arranged, and carried out by the committee, which comprised the following:— Messrs Levi Huxley (chairman and treasurer W. Houlbrooke, H. Fearnall, H. Hughes, D. E. ChsJton, .1. Stevens, K. Huxley (junr.). E. Hughes, H. Blake, L. Houlbrooke, a.r.à W. R. Urmson (hon. secretary). iliere is no doubt that socially and financiaday the jparty was a great success. LAVISTER. CONCERT..—in the Assembly Room,-oa Friday evening, a concert was given, Mr loshuf6 Smith. Cuckoo's Nest, presiding over a large audience, at- tracted by the appearance of "The Grea.tMeDer ?:ott, the I)o ular humorist, and a p&rty of Liver- ,oool 1;?, d iesir T, JJOolladies and gcstlemen. The following lengthy pro- gramme was gone through, which was made much larger by the frequent demand for oMore :—'Chorus ct men, Tl:e merriest fellows are we," the Gon- doliers; song, "The Judge," Herr LlafFbiicher; pianoforte solo, Pas de charge," Miss V era. Neville; sang," Love's Økl, Sweet Song." Miss Jones; song, The mighty deep," Mr Burningliam; saag> Story of <& kiss," Mr McDermott; violin sc-lo, "II Trovatona, Miss Mattie Hcglies humor- ous song" The old man laughed," Mr McDermott dtMt, i he Dukesof Plaza Toro," Herr Llaffbacher and Mr Shaw; so The King's Minstrel," Mr W. Mo« song, The Zuvei- Zee Miss Vera Neville hum-ciroiis song, humorous song, "Lum Turn," Mr McDermott; violiai solo, Carmen," Miss Mattie Hughes so Redan in Love Song," Mr Burningham recitation, The Wooden Hand," humorous sketch, The Melodrama," Mr McDermott.

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RHOSLLANERCHRUGOG. BETHEL METHODIST CHAPEL.—Since last July Bethel Methodist Chapel, Ponkey, has been undergoing enlargement and renovation. It was informallv re-opened on Sunday. READING ROOM.—Dr. J. C. Davies has kiudly presented to the reading room a large quantity of entertaining literature. Among the books given are novels by Scott, Dumas, Lytton, Marry at, Charles Lever, Samuel Lover, and Ainsworth, and parts of Jlaqur's Mwjar.ine, The English Illustrated Mivjazine, &e. &; HOME RULE."—At Hill-street Mutual Improve- ment Society, on Tuesday evening, the Rev. R Williams pastor, presiding, there was an excellent debate :,V,n the question Has this Government sufficient majority to justify it in passing the Home Rule Bill?" A well written paper on the affirmative was read by Mr T. W. Dunn, Ty Gwyn Farm, who was afterwards supported by Mr *Rich;-vd Bamfield, Gardden, Mr Richard Hanmer, Swo.u-sV cot, Mr John Smith, Gas Works, and Mr Harry Mills. Hall-street. The opposition speakers were Mr M. -il ill ward. High- street, Mr B. J. Dodd, Mr J. Connard. Hall-street, and Mr Tom Sauvage, Bank-street, wh^o made a vigorous statement of the reasons why the Unionists do not regard the verdict on the Home Rule question given in the elections as either unequivocal or linn1. In the division, there was a large majority in the affirmative. LIGHTING- BOARD.—A meeting was held at the rubiic ?.L.i. on MouJav e\'enin. There were present Mr E. ilooson (chairman), Mr E. Tunnah, Eagles Inn; Mr Thomas Owen, Brook-street: .Mr Jonathan Jarvis, Bank-street, Mr Thomas ilhams. Mountain-street Mr Rohcrt RobcrL?. Ponkey; Mr James Connard, HaU-strcet, and Mr Daniel Davies, Ponkev, with Mr Dan C. Owen, clerk. A letter. regretting his inability to attend, was read from the 'key. Robert Ilob t Coii,-re-atioiizil iii i iiister. A Rev. Robert Roberts, Congregational minister. A report of the correspondence which had passed respecting the loan of money by the Lighting Board was given by the clerk. It was stated that there was a delay in supplying the lamps required by the Board, and instructions were given to press for a more speedv execution of the order.— On the motion of Mr E. Tnnnah, seconded by Mr Robert Roberts, it was resolved that the main streets of Rhos and Ponkey be lighted without delay. There was no other busi- ness of importance. FORD GRON SOCIETY.—A well attended meet- ing. on Friday evening, under the presidency of the Rev. Robert Jones, had under consideration the interesting question of I- Marriage is it an ad wantage, or a disadvantage to thoughtfulness The debate was opened by Mr Thomas Davies, Victoria House, who took the affirmative side. He was eloquently supported by Mr Thomas J. Davies, Regent House, and Mr J. B. Jones, Gwrdia House, who spoke from experience. Mr ilham Hughes, Park Lodge, and Mr Robert Dodd, Church-street, also spoke well on the same side. On the negative side, a paper had been prepared by Mr Thos. Phillips, Church-street, who was absent. The paper was read by Mr Edward Edwards, Market-etreet. who was supported by Mr Michael Roberts, Brook-street, Mr William Dodd, Pentredwr, Mr Edward Williams. Campbell-street, and Mr Edward Davies, Hall-street. The division showed the majority were of opinion that matrimony was a, disadvantage to the exercise of the intellect. THE ALABAMA DARKIES."—On Monday evening an entertainment in aid of the National Schools was given at the Public Hall by the Alabama Darkies," from Liverpool. When the doors v.ere opened the hall was crowded from top to bottom, and when the entertain- ment commenced every available foot of room was occupied. Among those present were :—Mr Arthur E. Evans, Miss Evans, and Miss Whieldon, Bron- wylfa Mr W. P. Evans, Claughton, Birkenhead Col. Meredith, J.P., Mrs Meredith, and Miss Meredith, Pentrehychan Hall Mr and Mrs W. C. Hughes, Fennant; Dr. J. C. Davies and Mrs Davies, Gwynfryn Rev. T. Prichard and Mrs Prichard, The Vicarage Rev. John Owen, curate Mr W. Taylor and the Misses Taylor, Tanvclawdd; Mrs li. Hughes, Hill-street Mr H. T. Powell, Board Schools Mr E. Jones, National Schools Mr and Miss Jones, Liver- pool House Mr J. Connard and the Misses Connard, Hall-street; Mr Evans, Plaspower; Mr Jno. Stephens, Onen Fechan; Mr and Mrs P. V. Woodford, Willcot House; Mrs Griffiths, Meirion House Mrs Forster, Johnstown etc. The first part of the programme consisted of an opening chorus, Down the River," by the Company (thirty-two in number) nigger song, Sally with the coal black eye," Mr A. Burrows tenor song and chorus, Some day," Mr J. J. Parle nigger song, "The Laughing Nigger," Mr L. J. Old; bcui tone song and chorus, Old Folks at Home," Mr T. Redmond nigger song, A little more cider," Mr T. Carrol bass song, A Soldier's Request, Mr W. E. Redmond; comic song, Gone Wrong," Mr T. II. Bushell; plantation song and chorus, Massa's in de cold ground," Mr J. Morgan; comic song, "Duffy, the Swell," Mr H. McArdle tenor song and chorus, The Lee Shore," Mr W. Rushell plantation song, The Jubilee Train," Mr Joe Jordan chorus. Good Night," Master R. Barry and the Company. After a few minutes' interval, a banjo trio was given, which was followed by a stump speech by Professor McArdle. The entertainment concluded with a funny absurdity, entitled Black Justice," or Scenes in a Western Court," in which the characters were :— Judge, Mr L. J. Ord lawyer, Mr W. Bushell P.C. Jackson Coppall, Mr Joe Jordan Miss Zerlina Jampot, Mr T. Carrol bigamist, Mr A. Burrows. The entertainment was in every way a great success. Everybody was in high good humor from beginning to end, and the Alabama Darkies must have been greatly delighted with the enthusiastic reception accorded to them at Rhosllanerchrugog. The allusion to the dilatoriness of the lighting authorities in the stump speech was timely, and it was heartily cheered. It should be added that the Alabama Darkies gave their services free of charge, and Mr Artlmi- B. Evans, Rronu-ylfa, who had made all the arrangements for the entertainment, is to be con- gratulated on the admirable way in which everything was conducted. GWERSYLLT AND SUMMERHILL. NATIONAL SCHOOLS.—Mr Frederick Bateman, St. Thomas', Liverpool, commenced his duties as headmaster, last week. WELSH WESLEYAN CHAPEL.—On Mon d ay, the second of a series of teas in connection with the Ladies' Sewing Class was held, the proceeds of which will be devoted towards purchasing materials. It is intended to hold a sale of work in February. SCHOLASTIC.—We are pleased to note that Mr J. Llt-w. Price, who is ail undergraduate of Queen's College, Cambridge, has been successful i:i tllC General Examination, Part II., for the B.A. degree, the list of which was published ou Wednesday last. Mr Trice is in las sccond year, having matriculated as a, member of the University last year. We are sure that his many friends and well-wishers will be glad to hear of his succets. FATAL SCALDS.—On Monday afternoon, Mr Wynn Evans, coroner, held an inquest at the King William Inn, on the body of Violet Jones, aged thirteen months, daughter of Wi]]mm Jones, Top Hoad, Summerhill. Mr John RAthbonewas the forë-I man of the jury.—WiHiam Jones s'ud on December 12th he ""as in the house sitting hy tbc flrcidc. The i child was on the hearthrug playing with the dog, when the kettle which was on the fire slightly turned over, some of the contents coming upon the child. Oils were at orce nppHed by his wife and Mrs Wil- Ihuns. a neighbour, and the child was afterwards attended by the doctor. She died on Friday morning I' at 3.30.—Elizabeth Williams corroborated.—Thejury returned a verdict of Died from the effects of scalding."—The Coroner was congratulated on his appointment.—A juryman remarked that the holding of inquests in the afternoon at such an hour as this would be a grc?t boon to working men acting on lurks. WELSH WESLEYAN CHAPEL.—Mr J. W. Jones, Wrexham, presided over a successful com- petitive meeting, on Tuesday evening. For the com- petition, Knocking, knocking" (under sixteen years of age), Robert Jones was awarded the prize. In the competition on The present day advantages of Young Men." time fin-e minutes. only one came for- ward, Mr Hugh Edwards, Wheatsheaf, who handed the prize over to the chapel funds. In the baritone competition ( Yr Ornc-st), there were three competitors. Mr Harry Hopwood was awarded the prize. For singing Hymn, No. 1025, Master Robert W :n. Roberts was awarded the prize, the second prize going to Miss Lydiu. Jones. To the party (not less than four), who sang best the Hymn Tune, Aberystwyth, by Dr. Parry Mr IL'rry Hopwood and party cairied away the prize. Messrs Simon Davies and Edward Win. Parry, who acted in the absence of Mr Edwin Cun- jiah, were the adjudicators (music), whilst Mr Pritchard. Cernev, acted for the poetiy, and the accompanist, Mr '\Ylll. Williams, Bryntcg. On the motion of Mr Ezra Davies, seconded by Mr Enoch Roberls, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded the chairman and adjudicators. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.—On Monday, the last of a series of teas in connection with the ladies' sewing class was provided and served in admirable style by the bachelors, the following gentlemen taking a prominent place :-Messrs E. Elwin, Win. Powell, Ernest C"pjr, 'rhomas Griffiths, John T. Powell, Wm. Hhtåwell: James Jones, John Thomas, John E?lic John McGuire, and others. Mr William Davies, Bryn Bonnet, presided over an interesting entertainment. The following programme was well sustained:—Song, Miss Maggie Parratt; recitation, They like it," Miss A. Parsonage; song, Mr Jessie Evans; recitation, Give us joy to-day," Mr 1-1. Morris; song." Pray, brethen, pray," Miss Maggie Hopwood; recitation, "Crippled Ben," Miss A. E. Parsonage; dialogue, "W oman's Rights," Mrs Jactson and party; song, Miss Maggie Wynn recitation, The Wreck of the Hesperus," Miss H. Phillips; song, The cows are in the corn," Miss M. Griffiths; recatation, Playing at Public-house," Mr D. Parsonage; recitation, "People will talk," Mr J. T. Phillips; song, "Poor Old .Jee,c," Mr E. Jones; recitation, "A Woman of Mind, Mr Wm. Davies. On the motion of the Rev. D- M. Rees (pastor), seconded by Mr J. Parsonage, a vote of thanks was accorded the chairman.

LINUM CATHARTJ-CUM PILLS, agreeably aperient, 95d., 13jd., 2s. 9d. Of all Chemists. 2414 Tfce Editor of the ifedieal Anreialiox 1890 points out that potarih is largely used to add to the solu- bility of many of the Cocoas at present sold, but that, in IKTXKED contrast, JMESSRS CADIIURY supply an absolutely pure Cocoa of the highest quality; and that tke name CADBURY on any packet of Cocoa. is guarantee of purity. 78 Under the wiB of the late Mr T. Finchett-Maddcck, J.P., of Abbey-square. Cliester, aiid of Carnarvon, a sum of SJ,000, free of legacy duty, has been left to found as exhibition at the Chester King's School. Under the same will zElOO is bequeathed to the Chester Blue-coat School, and F,100 to the General Infirmary at Chester, which has also just received £ 600 from the Duke of Westminster, the proceeds of fees paid by visitors to Eaton Hall. "THE FINEST TEA THE WORLD PRODUCES" is a phrase which has come into use by unprincipled traders, to foist upon the public medium and low class teas by the nse of high sounding names. Believing that honest tea is the I)C-t policy, we are selling an honest tea, with an honest name, in our Pekoo Blend," at Is 8d a pound, which \\e guarantee superior to what is usually meant by abo\ e phrase.-PUILLIPS & Co., TeameD, Wrexham. 41793

I HOLYWELL. BEER FOR THE PAUPERS.—At Friday's meeting of the Board of Guardians, the question of allowing beer to the inmates of the house on Christ- mas Day was discussed. Mr Reney moved that it be not allowed, and Mr Humphreys proposed, as an amendment, that the beer be given. On a vote being taken six voted each way, and the chairman gave his vote for the beer. BUBAL SANITARY AUTHORITY.-The fort- nightly meeting was held on Friday, when a letter was read from the secretary to the Comiah' Gas and Water Company in refarence to the water supply of that town, which has been condemned, stating that they would do all they could to supply a wil Ic-r perfectly safe for domestic use.—Dr. Edward Williams, the .Io!d district medical officer, submitted a report as to :hc hctdth of his district, which was of a very unsatisfactorj character, there being a large number of cases of infectious disease existing. RHYL. THE GAS QUESTION.—On Monday night, a special meeting of the Improvement Commissioners was held to complete the arrangements in connection with the coming transfer of the gaswoiks to the Improvement Commissoncrs. The Cierk icad CDrrespondencc between himself and the Prudential Assurance Company with regard ,o the acquiring cf the loan, the secretary stating that although the com- pany were prepared to advance the loan oi at 5-i per cent. interest, owing to the nc-cc:i;i.ry inv.li- gations which would have to be made they would :,ùt be able to advance it by the hot of January, the date of trars'er. Mr J. G. SYraehan. J.P.. manager of the Rhyl branch of the North and South Wales Baolr, attended before the Board, and announced that his bank had consented to advance the money in order that the commissioners might complete the purchase on the 1st of January, and, what was still better, without the usual commission. (Applause.)—Oil the motion of Mr Cleus, a hearty vote of thanks was passed to the North and South Wales Bank and to Mr Strachan, for their courtesy and khumcss.—It was decided to appoint a special e as coin in it leu of seven members. RHOSTYLLEN. PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHAP tiL. On Monday, a hot pie supper WitS held at the above place, when :t great number of people sat down to a substantial repast, consisting of potatoes, meat, f.nd mince pies, puddings, iVc. The cost of the supper was defrayed by members of the chapel voluntarily, thus all proceeds being a clear gain to the trust fund. Credit is due to the following for their kindness in presiding at the tables and con'.ributinp so n ateri diy to the evening's enjoyment:—Mis H. Rogers, Mis G. Steen, Mrs J. Steen, Mrs J. Ciutton, Mrs Janies Piatt, Sirs T. Edge, Miss If. Parry. Miss M. E. Steen, I Miss H. Rogers. Miss G. Griffiths, Mr J. Roberts, Mr J. H. Rogers, Mr James Platt, Mr Charles Steen, Mr G. Davies, and Mr Herbert Rogers I MALPAS. STATION SMITHFIELD. On Tuesday Mr Frank Lloyd held his second Christmas sale in this Smithfield. The entries comprised 110 prime fat and store cattle, 615 pigs, 50 sheep, and 10 calves, which met a fair trade at advanced prices. Beef fold from 6d to 6jd mutton, 7d to bacon pigs. 9s 6d to 10s 6d per score porks, to lis large fat pigs realised up to £ 12 10s each cows and calves trom f-15 to iE19 10s, and a good all-round clearance was effected. PENYPFORDD. THRIFT SOCIETY. — The money of the Children's Savings' Bank, in connection with the Zion Presbyterian Church Sunday School, was dis- tributed on Tuesday evening, by Mr Owen Lloyd, assisted by the secretary, Mr Jas. Bell, and the treasurer, Mr W. O. Jones. The work of these two last named gentlemen has been no sinecure, for no less a sum than £ 8G is the result of the year's opera- tions. In connection with this distribution, a very pleasing entertainment was given, the esteemed pastor, Hev. Owen Lloyd. presiding, and the audience were quite of opinion that the programme was a thoroughly enjoyable one. Ladies, in this ins;, nee, were much to the fore, and Misses Beilis, F. and C. Bowman, Hope Hzt]) and F. and E. Dutton, (l.ter- gwrle, materially contributed to the success of the concert. Messrs Cocks, Flint, and W. Jones (Station), were well received. Mr Michael Lewis and party doing good service, and the chapel choir, under Mr Lewis, singing remarkably well.

CAPBUIZY", COCOA lias, in a remarkable degree those natural elements of sustenance which give the system endurance and hardihood, building up muscle and bodily vigor, with a steady action that renders it a most acceptable and reliable beverage."—Health. 782c 1 lie Duke of Westminster has signified his inten- tion of re-furnishing the Young i Friendly Society's premises at nhyl. Mr A. H. Smith-Barrv, M.P.. has returned his Cheshire tenantry 20 percent, of their rents. Col. Cotton-Jodrcll, M.P., has remitted 10 pe r cent., of the rents of the farms on his estate. IlAl S COMPOUND, a dcm—lccn.u anodvne expectorant for Coughs and Colus, Sid., loid. Of' all Chemists. 2414 If Coffee Connoisseurs would use Pmi.i.irs' CHOICE BLENDED COFFEES they would be delighted. Phillips and Co. believe themselves to be the ouh; nnri in Xorth Wales who scientifically Blend and Roast their Coffees oil their own premises.—All their Coffees are sold pure, at 1/4, 1, 6. 1, 8, and PHILLIPS and Co., Tea and Coffee Men, Wrexham. 2254 PEPPER'S TANNIN THROAT GARGLE. Tannin Gargle should be within the reach of tUi in the least degree subject to throat affections, whether inflammatory, relaxed, ulcerated, hoarseness, swollen tonsils, enlarged uvula, weakened voice, ere. Those constantly speaking, singing or reading, by using the Gargle prevent the huskiness, dryness, and irritation so frequently attendant on over-exertion also of pro- ducing unusually sustained powers without iiijur), to the mucous surfaces of the throat. Tannin is a great purifier, and so useful as a mouth wash in cases of disagreeable breaih. arising from decayed teeth, disordered stomach, mouth ulcerations, or other causes. As a cure for ordinary sore throat, with its i: painful and sometimes dangerous svmptoms, the Tannin Gargle is far better than anyihing. Bottles. I 6. So!d everywhere. CRACROFTS ARECA TOOTH PASTE. By u-ing this delicious Aromatic Dentifrice the enamel of the teeth becomes white, sound, and polished like ivory. It is c fragrant, and specially useful. Get Cracroft's. CRACROFT'S ARECA-XUT ll" \) 1 1 t 1.J ¿-i 'U .k. TOOTH PASTE. Regularly used every morning the tcetli are kept in beautiful order. All decaying and destructive tartar is removed from the enamel, which, assumes its ivory- like appearance. en "CIOF n rr'!T. CRACROFT'S PAfc TE Removes all causes of decay, and will preserve the teeth intact for many years. Branded Pots, Is each. Sold everywhere. PEPPERS WHITE .L :J f. I-.J COUGH MIXTURE. The most reliable, ct:c for coughs, colds, asthma, bronchitis, consumption, and ?]I diseases of the lungs and air-passages. It is ai' l disetse3 of the aiid 'It!r I .LIS; C la It is soothing, coi?i'Mi.mg, and tranquillizing in its action, qn;:e different from ordinary coug it 1;? L-fords rdicí after second dose. lSottle?.1/1? and 2 9 each. Sold by ail Chemists. DEAFNESS, NOISES IN THE EAR, Ltc., DELLAR'S ESSENCE FOR DEAFNESS Should always be tried, as in numbers of cases, seem- ingly incurable, it has done wonders. Slight deafness, obstructions in the ears, and the incessant humming sounds so frequent with affected hearing, are removed. Sold everywhere. CORXS! CORNS! CORNS! BUNIONS AND ENLARGED TOE JOINTS t CURED IN A FEW DAYS. DELLAR'S CORN AND BUNION PLASTERS Are the only remedy. They differ from all plasters, shields, or compositions. By instantly softening the callous surrounding the pain goes at once, th" Coi n soon following. Bunions and enlarged too joints re- quire more time; but the action and relief is certain. Boxes Is lAd. Sold everywhere. SULPHOLXNE SOAP, Is a delicately refined, chemically pure Soap, intended for general use, but specially by those endowed with sensitive skins. Common imperfectly prepared soaps* scented with injurious acrid oils,frequently cause skin diseases. For washing at all times, and bringing the. skin to a soft, pliable, healthy condition. Sulpholine Soap holds the first place. Its odour is very pleasant, d the Soap not expensive. Tabids, 6d each. LIVER COMPLAINTS, BILIOUSNESS, INDIGESTION, STOMACH DERANGEMENT CURED BY DR. KING'S DANDELION & QUININE LIVER PlíJLS (WITHOUT MERCURY), Act effectively on the Liver, and, while mildly aperient are all that can be cleared. Dr. King's Pills purify and clear the entire system by frt-ei- the Livef from sluggishness, causing the .stomach to properly perform :ts functions, quickly and antirdly- removing all feeling ot ditcher- jih-^jness, oppres-   c fa??, n?asea, sions at chest and back, d^agiL ^^c ttf, nausea, indigestion, spasm, sensatioll he:> -.(ue: and irritating depression attending b^" iy, liver derangements. BE SURE TO HAVE DR. KING'S l'lf l:■=: .1.1. .") 1 i;>. sadsss.: