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LOCAL & DISTRICT NEWS. LLANGOLLEN. FAIR.—Our Christmas fair was held on Tuesday last, when there was but a scanty show of both horses and cattle, and few of which were sold. Pigs, which were numerous, met with a slow demand, and with low prices. There were but few sheep exhibited for sale, all of which were sold. CHRISTMAS CHEER.-Our worthy vicar has been distributing a goodly number of tickets to the poor of the town and neighbourhood, by means of which many a needy person obtained goods at the shops. The funds were obtained from the offertoryvat the parish church. We are glad to learn that G. LI. Dickin, Esq., of Ty'ndwr, has also given tickets of 5s. each to about 40 persons, by which they were supplied with goods at Mr. Lodwick's, Chapel-street. There may be other kind ladies and gentlemen in the town and vicinity, who may be engaged in the same chari- table work, but who have not happened to come under our notice. STREET LAMPS.—The glass has been broken on some of our street lamps; whether maliciously or accidentally, we are not aware. On windy nights, (which now are often,) it is of no use lighting the said lamps, and thus some parts of the town are left in darkness. As the cost of placing new panes will be but trifling, will the proper officials see to the matter at once, and remedy the evil. NEW AND OLD LONDON.—We have just read the first number of this interesting work, published by Messrs. Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, London, and must say that it is one of the most enticing accounts that we ever read. If our readers will but commence perusing it, we can almost assure them that they will be compelled, as it were by some irresistible magic, to wade through it. No doubt there will be an immense sale for the work not only in London, but throughout the kingdom. DEATH AND FUNERAL OF MR. JAMES WILLIAMS. -The above respected old gentleman did not long survive his wife, who died at Portmadoc, on the 28th of April last, at the advanced age of 75 years, and was buried at the Vron Cemetery, Af-tei, the death of his wife, Mr! .Williams came to reside at Llangollen, and took I a relative ai. 111 tlw» tewji- -as housekeeper But it was quite evident that the loss of his old partner, with whom he had so long journeyed through the wilderness of this world, had considerably preyed upon his mind, inasmuch as his strong constitution began to give way in a very short time after her departure. Yet, he was able to go about till within a few days of his death. Mr. Williams had been very successful as farmggjp many years not far from Llanfi- hangel-cFlJ^Myfyr. Subsequently some years ago, he entered into partnership with the late Mr. Robert Evans, grocer and flannel-manufacturer. After the death of Mr. Evans, he went to reside at Portmadoc, where he had several relatives and, as stated above, on the death of Mrs. Williams he returned to Llangollen to spend the remainder of his days. It may be said without hesitation that Mr. Williams was an "Israelite indeed, in whom there is no guile." He was a faithful deacon with the Independents, at which chapel his loss will be keenly felt. During his short illness, he rested his soul upon the Atonement, and found joy in believing; and on Thursday evening, the 26th ult., his happy spirit entered the rest of the people of God. He was 75 years of age. At 2 o'clock, on Monday, a large number of the inhabitants of the town and country assembled together to follow his mortal remains to the Vron Cemetery, to await a glorious resur- rection. The Rev. Evan Evans officiated at the house, and Mr. Hugh Jones and the Rev. John Morris at the grave. NEW YEAR'S DAY.-A little before mid-night on Tuesday, the bells of the parish church sent forth a merry peal in honour of the year 1873 which was fast approaching. They were rung at intervals for two hours. The band of the Llangollen Volunteer Corps in the same manner amused the wide-awake, and startled the sleeping portion of the town folks. The day opened brilliantly, and it is to be hoped that it will prove an omen of better weather during the year. The shops being closed, the children of the town were sadly disappointed for calenig." We wish all our readers a happy and prosperous new year. MR. RICHARDS, INLAND REVENUE OFFICER.—We understand that Mr. Richards has left our town since Wednesday morning, for Chester, and, as it was his own desire to leave, we hope he will never have cause to regret. We believe that Mr. Richards deserves credit of having discharged his duties as one of Her Majesty's public officers with great satisfaction. He has, to the best of his ability, endeavoured to do that which was right, without standing the least fear or favour. The district has lost in Mr. R^hards's removal an active and useful member of society, and one who has rendered great service to the cause of education. TREAT TO WORKMEN.—On New-year's-eve, Messrs. Tanqueray and Co., according to their liberal custom, treated all their employers to a splendid supper at Mrs. Allen's. We need not say that all the preparations reflected great credit on the catering ability of "mine hostess." FOOTBALL MATCH. — LLANGOLLEN V. RUABON ROVERS.—This match was played on Thursday, Dec. 26th, and as the weather was very propitious a large number assembled in order to witness the match. The Ruabon Rovers won the toss for choice of goals and took the higher one, which gave them a little advantage over the others. The ball was kicked off for Llangollen by Mr. W. H. Richards, and being well backed up on the part of the Llangollen players, the Ruabon Rovers were obliged to touch the ball down; after this they acted on the defensive for some time, a goal being almost obtained from a good kick by P. Richards, the ball unfortunately going over the goal post. For a time before goals were changed the ball was kept in the middle of the ground, and some good runs were made on both sides, but each proved unsuccessful, as the ball was sent back into the middle by the back players on each side. At half-time goals were changed, the ball being kicked off for the Ruabon Rovers by Mr. G. F. Thomson. From this I time till the end of the game no side was able to I obtain a goal, and thus the match ended in a draw. For the Llangollenites Messrs. Humphreys and Edwards played back well, and Messrs. Frazer and Poole for the forwards. For the Ruabon players the Messrs. Kenrick played well forward, and Mr. G. F. Thomson made a good half-back. The following is a list of the teams, but some of the Ruabon ones we were unable to get:—Llan- gollen:-A. C.Tanqueray (captain), H. Humphreys, H. D. Morgan, F. and E. Edwards, S. Bull, S. C. Smith, W. H., T. S., R. S., and P. Richards, J. Allen, A. Frazer and F. Poole. Ruabon :-—&. H. Whalley (captain), G. and D. Thomson, B. and L. Kenrick, Dr. Grey, J. Tomkins, J. Jones, E. Edwards, &c. The return match will be played in the end of the month. BRIDGE.—Large blocks of Cefn free stone are now being conveyed by canal towards widening the bridge. The work will be commenced as soon as the state of the river and weather will admit. CHRISTMAS BOXES.—Perhaps at this season of the year it may not occur to those who receive Christmas cards and letters through the post that, although those who are entrusted with the delivery of letters, &c., are prohibited by govern- ment from asking for Christmas boxes, the order does not prohibit the acceptance of such favours from a considerate and generous public. FORTNIGHTLY MEETINGS.-On Friday evening, December 27th, the seventh of this year's series of the above meetings was held in the Assembly Rooms, Llangollen. The chair was occupied by Mr. J. Griffith (Gohebydd), and S. G. Fell, Esq., Rev. O. Davies, Rev. E. Evans, Rev. J. Evans, and the Rev. J. Morris, were also on the platform. The following programme was gone through in a very creditable manner:—Song and chorus, A brighter day," Glan'rafon school children read- ing, Y cobler a'r banker," Mr. D. Jones, Trevor; song and chorus, "Am dipyn o hwyl," Mr. R. Francis and party; reading, "Chwedl yr hen lew a'r ieuanc," Mr. R. Humphreys, Trevor; song by Miss Robins, Mount Pleasant; reci- tation, Daniel yn ffau y llewod," Master Rich- ard Roberts, Chainbridge Inn song and chorus, Dear mother, I've come home to die," Mr. W. Jackson reading, Y fuwch a'r llaeth enwyn," Mr. D. Jones, Trevor; song and chorus, "The Sunday school," Glan'rafon school children; address, "The past and the present," Rev. J. Morris song by Miss Robins, Mount Pleasant; song by Mr. Hiram Davies; dialogue by Miss Hannah Roberts and Miss Emily Williams; chorus, O mother, sing to me of heaven," Glan'rafon school children; finale, "God save the queen." The attendance was very large, several persons failing to find room in the front seats. EARLY SONGSTERS.—Thrushes and blackbirds may be heard daily sending forth their sweet notes, which resound along the valley of the Dee. FARMING.—Great exertions have been made by farmers during the past week to get more seed sown, and despite the heavy rains a large quan- tity of wheat has been planted. Little change has occurred in values abroad. In Hungary so mild has been the- weather that a second crop of potatoes was forming in the gardens, the plants having fully blossomed. PETTY SESSIONS, Tuesday, December 31st, 1872, before Major Foulkes Lord A. E. Hill-Trevor M.P.; W. C. Yale, Esq., Plas-yn-Yale; G. LI. Dickin, Esq., Ty'ndwfr. Assault Case.-Mr. J. Minshall, farmer, Vron, charged —. Newstead, Vron, with assaulting him on the 6th of November, about six o'clock in the evening, as the defendant was coming from his work. The charge was denied. A witness named Thomas Lewis, being called, stated that the complainant was the provoking party. The Bench said they would inflict a fine of 5s, and ttrwfc Islic costs' woaid^e ^B.'» +* ■* Drunkenness.—P.O. Evan Williams charged Allen Morris, in the employ of Mr. G. LI. Dickin, with being drunk, on the 30th of November, in the parish of Llangollen. Mr. Dickin withdrew from the bench during the hearing of this case. The defendant admitted the charge and was fined 5s., and 8s. costs. J. Richards, Llangollen, was fined 10s. and 8s. costs, for being drunk and riotous on Saturday, the 14th of December. P.C. Phoenix, who proved this case, had also summoned Hugh Hughes, Vron, and Thomas Langford, Penllyn, for a similar offence, but neither of them appeared in court, and, upon the request of Inspector Humphreys, warrants for their apprehension were issued. John Jones, tailor, Church-street, Llangollen, was charged with being drunk on the 21st of December. Inspector Humphreys proved the case and the defendant was fined 5s., and 8s. costs. Trespassing in Pursuit of Game. --Joseph Groves, alias Edward Edwards, alias John Thomas, was charged with trespassing in pursuit of game on the 26th of December, on lands belonging to Mr. Biddulph, Chirk Castle, during a coursing meet- ing at Chirk. The case was dismissed, the evidence being insufficient for a committal. Joseph Davies, pudler, Cefn, was also charged with committing the same offence, on the same lands, on the same date. Mr. B. Yates, Chirk, and Mr. John Roberts, Vroncyssylltau, proved the case. The defendant denied the charge, and said that as he was going home with his dog a hare came to meet them on the road and his dog ran after it. He had tried to stop the dog but could not. The Bench contended that if the dog had gone after the hare it was no excuse for the defendant to do so, and they would inflict a penalty of £1 18s. including costs. Transfer of Licence.-The licence of the Royal Hotel was transferred from J. and C. Jones," to Miss C. Jones, the partnership having been dissolved. Drunk.-Inspector Humphreys charged James Jones, alias "Jim Tom," with. being diunk on the 23rd of November, in Church-street, Llangollen. The case was admitted by the defendant who was fined 10s., and costs. Edward Hughes, Old Chapel-square, was also charged by Inspector Humphreys with commit- ting the same offence at the same time and place. The same fine as in the former case was inflicted, but the defendant stated that he could not pay it and was therefore ordered to be incarcerated for fourteen days. LOCAL BOARD, Thursday, January 2nd 1873. Present: S. G. Fell, Esq. (chairman), Messrs. S. Pughe, S. Hughes, S. LI. Jones, R. Baker, J. Thomas. Fire Engine.—Three tenders for altering the back of the Market Hall were received and read by the Chairman; and it was resolved that the tender of Mr. John Roberts, Market-place be accepted. The tender was for £18 10s. Pistyll in Church-street.—It was proposed by Mr. John Thomas, and seconded by Mr. S. Hughes, that the pistyll in Church-street be closed alto- gether, and the water be conveyed to the main drain. The late Treasurer.-It was resolved that a letter of condolence be sent to the family of the late treasurer of the Board, the Rev. J. Edwards. Appointniemt of Treasurer.—Mr. Baker proposed, and Mr. S. LI. Jones seconded, that Mr. w. Coward be treasurer in place of the late Rev. John Edwards, Pengwern Cottage. Foot-path along Ceryg-y-Llan.—It was resolved that the foot-path along the side of Ceryg-y-Llan be referred to the works committee, and that the surveyor report accordingly at the next meeting. Special Meeting.—It was resolved that a special meeting be held on Thursday, the 16th instant, to examine the estimates, and that the rate be made at the next ordinary meeting.

LLANDRILLO.

CHIRK.

BARMOUTH.