The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

( v. R. LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT, 1858. (21 & 22 Vict, c. 98, s. 13.) WE DO HERfciiY GIVE NOTICE, that a T T Meeting will be held on Wednesday, the Eleventh day of Jaruary, 1871, at 12 o'clock at noon, at the Red Lion Hotel, Dinas Mowddwy, in the parish of Mallwyd, in pursuance of a Requisition duly signed, for the pur- pose of considering a Resolution for the Adoption of the Local Government Act, 1858, in the said parish. JOHN EVANS, )n, RICHARD WILLIAMS. f Churchwardens. IN THE CHANCERY of the County Palatine of Lan- caster, Manchester District. In the Matter of the Companies' Acts, 1862 and 1867 and of the Court of Chancery of Lancaster Act, 1850; and of the Court of Chancery of Lancaster Act, 1854 and of the Merioneth Slate and Slab Company, Limited. NOTtcE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the VICE- CHANCELLOR has fixed the 16th day of Ja 1871, at 11 o'clock in the Forenoon, at my Office, Cross- atreet Chambers, in the city of Manchester, as the time and place for the appointment of an Official Liquidator of the above-named Company. Dated this 5th day of January, 1871. H: WILBRAHAM, „ District Registrar. PARTINGTON" & ALLEN", Town Hall Buildings, King-street, Manchester, Solicitors for the Petitioners. A MANUFACTURER OF A MANURE, established eighteen years, wishes to appoint a few respectable Accents. Good co mission. Apply by letter addressed Manure Agency," No. 17, Devonshire-square, London, E. NOTICES. To CORRESPONDENTS.—We must request those who kindly furnish us with reports of local events (which we are always glad to receive) to send their communications to the office as early as possible. We regret to state that, owing to an unfortunate accident, the Welshpool fairs are omitted from our almanack and that the Newtown fairs are erroneously inserted. The former are held on the second Monday in each month the latter on the last Monday and Tuesday in each month, except December, and then on the 18th and 19th. We give a slip of the corrections with this number, to be gummed to the almanack.

There is no news of great importance from the seat of war. The fall of Mont Avron, and the subsequent effect of the German firing appear to point to a speedily favour- able result of the bombardment; and it is said signs are not wanting of an early surrender of the city. In such signs, however, we have learnt not to place too much confidence. There has been a good deal of fighting in various parts, and in one considerable battle the French claim a victory. The Germans, however, do tl,- I and their account is, at least, quite a;i¡ely"to be correct.

One of the Welsh ^TWITKIX WILLIAMS, has been addressing ^ja constituents at Wrexham. The hon. -,entleT speech is said to have been an excellent otlT" and was certainly received with very great favour by a large and enthusiastic audience. Mr WILLIAMS, we are glad to observe, seems to be ridding himself of the crotchets which at first marred his political character, and to be bringing a considerable amount of shrewd common sense to the criticism of public affairs. He has wisely deferred to Mr MIALL, on the question of disestablishment, on which the hon. and learned gentleman represents the feelings of the great body of Welsh electors and next session, if Mr MIALL'S motion is pushed to a division, we shall see a not inconsiderable body of members followin, I the member for Bradford into the lobby. Of course Mr WILLIAMS devoted a portion of his speech to warlike matters, and we notice with satisfaction that he has not been carried away by the panic of the last few months. More nonsense, perhaps, has been talked about England and War than about any other subject of recent times. Mr W ILLIAMS wants the Reserve Forces encouraged, but deprecates spending immense sums of money upon our armaments. We spend enough of money already; and England can be placed in as good a position as she needs without an extravagant outlay, or that still greater evil of compelling every man to become a soldier. We hear a great deal about large armies' preserving us from war but it is an instructive fact that it is the nations with large armies which seem to fight the oftenest just now. 0 There was no business of special interest at the Merioneth- shire Quarter Sessions this week. A petition, however, which the Court agreed to, praying for the removal of certain charges from the county rates to the imperial taxes opens up a subject which requires discussion. The whole subject of rates and taxes, however, must shortly be dealt with. The present system of irresponsible county government is not likely to continue much longer, and perhaps we may look for a comprehensive measure, introducing the representative element and at the same time altering the incidence of local taxation. We record some disreputable proceedings at Dolgelley. Comment is unnecessary. The people who commit these social barbarisms must have both heads and hearts which do them very little credit. The silliness of the offence is one of its most contemptible features. A selection of three churchmen, three nonconformists, and one Roman Catholic, has been made at Wrexham, as candidates for the School Board, so that a con- test may be avoided. In Wrexham almost anything is better than an appeal to the ratepayers. To barter votes for town councillors for mugs of beer is bad enough; but it is, or rather seems, worse for candidates to float into a School Board on beer barrels. It is satisfactory to observe that at Llandinam the clergyman heartily advocates a School Board. Where this joint action between parson and people is possible, how much pleasanter than the contest which ■Wf too often witness, and which injures the Estab- lished Church so much The letter which we publish in another column, from the Education Department to Mr GRIFFITHS, of Llan- gollen, is one of considerable importance, and should be reaj by all who are moving in connection with the new Education Act. We may return to the subject next week. In Hansard's Debates, on page 1653, we find the follow- ing words of Mr GLADSTONE'S, which will convince any reasonable man that in that gentleman's opinion the edu- cation rate ought never to exceed 3d. in the pound except perhaps in the case of a heavy expenditure for building, when another penny might be added He might state generally that the question of deficiency after the rate of 3d. in the pound had been levied would be reduced within exceedingly narrow limits. That rate would he made up by the Privy Council grant according to the proposal of the Government to 7s. 6d. Then there would be the school fees, said to amount on the average to 6s. 8d. that was altogether 14s. odd. If the school was a well conducted school, the Privy Council grant, dependent on results, would very nearly double that sum. Assuming the school to be efficient, after the rate of 3d. in the pound had been levied, there would bo a sum of 28s. or s. available. Even if he were wrong to the extent of a shilling or two, there would be 27s. per head, and his right hon. friend (Mr Forster) had stated that the education of children in an efficient school cost only 25s. 7d. per head.

Otat and gtettict. COMMISSION SIGNED BY THE QIJEE',T.-Ist A(imill. Batt. Denbighshire R. V.—M. Conran, Esq., to be adjutant, from Sep. 23, 1870. TIME TABLES.—We give our usual time tables this month. There are no alterations in the Great Western, but some of the trains on the Cambrian are changed. One which left Oswestry at 6 30 a.m. for Welshpool is discontinued, but still runs from Llanymynech. MURDER NEAR BRECON.—At Llanguniedar, near Brecon on Tuesday night, January 3, a bailiff, in the employ of Mr Dobie, of Cdwych was attacked by two men, named Edwards and Prosser, who it is alleged stabbed him in the abdomen. It appears that a dispute had arisen between the two persons. The unfortunate man died in a few hours. An inquest was held on the body, and subsequently tly Edwards was committed for trial on a charge of wilful murder. Prosser was discharged. THE CAMBRIAN LINE BLOCKED. -A number of boulders rolled down from Harlech cliff on Thursday morning, pro- bably owing to the sudden thaw, and the line there was blocked for a considerable time. A man, who was kept at the spot to give warning to approaching trains in case of any slip from the rock, signalled to the 6.20 train from Pwllheli, and speed was slackened and the train stopped before arriving at the blocked part of the line. Men were speedily set to work clearing away the rubbish, and the train proceeded, arriving at Machynlleth nearly an hour behind time. The London Figaro says.—"We are glad to see that Wales is busying itself in a national undertaking of more importance, and more interest to the country generally, than its childish Eisteddfod. An influential meeting was held at Wrexham, on Tuesday evening, in furtherance of the scheme for estabslishing a university college in Wales. The Castle Hotel, at Aberystwyth, has been purchased forEI0,900, forthe purpose of the institution; and, t so soon as £ 30,000 has been raised, it is proposed to apply j to the Government for assistance. Mr Gladstone has already given the assurance of his personal sympathy with the object of the promoters of the scheme. So, Wales may soon be able to place itself on an educational level with Ire- land and with Scotland-a result which its present ec- clesiastical colleges have lamentably failed to achieve." HUNTING APPOINTMENTS. TWEATHER PERMITTING.! The Idris Side Harriers will meet on ,i,ne Monday, Jan. 9th Llanelltyd Iriday, Jan. 13th Cambrian Mines Monday, Jan. 16th The Kennels Friday, Jan. 20th Llanuwchllyn Monday, Jan. 23rd Cefnrowen-ucha Friday, Jan. 27th Corsygarnedd At 10. Captain Adams's Harriers meet on Saturday, Jan. 7th I. Kennels Monday, Jan. 9th Voel, Llanbrynmair Thursday Jan. 12th.Caersws Saturday, Jan. 14th. Oerfrwd At 9.

BALA. TREAT FOR SERVANTS.—On Monday, the 28th ult., Mr Price gave a party at Rhiwlas to the house servants, and last Monday the servants were permitted to invite a party of their friends to a splendid repast. DISTRIBUTION OF FLANNEL.—On Friday, the 30th ult., Mrs Price, of Rhiwlas, liberally distributed three yards of flannel each among 160 worthy recipients, making a total of 480 yards, suitable for warm clothing. SEASONABLE BENEVOLENCE.—With her usual munifi- cence and kindness at this time of the year, Mrs Price, of Rhiwlas. presented fifty of the most aged poor in this vicinity with ready-made warm clothing for winter wear. The twenty-five old womens' allotted portion included cloaks made of warm cloth, woollen shawls, shifts, linsey petticoats, aprons, &c.; and the twenty-five old men were treated to warm winter coats, Guernsey shirts anl drawers, woollen scarfs, &c. The fifty recipients were invited to a tea party at Rhiwlas mansion, where they enjoyed a most excellent repast. The room was tastefully laid out and decorated, and Mrs Price superintended, and was most devoted in serving and in every way mak- ing the company happy. BIRTHDAY PRESENT TO THE HEIR OF RHIWLAS. On Saturday, the 31st of December, a committee of the subscribers was convened at the Town Hall, Bala, to appoint a deputation for the purpose of making the pre- sentation. Upon the motion of Mr Ellis, seconded by Mr T. Jones, it was resolved that the deputation should consist of those gentlemen who had been active in collect- ing the funds. In the evening of the same day these gentlemen pro- ceeded to Rhiwlas. Among those present were the following :—Messrs F. Parmeter, Brynyraber, W. Owen, N. and P. Bank (the treasurer), E. Jones, builder (hon. sec.), R. M. Roberts, Henblas Place, W. Owen, White Lion Royal Hotel, T. Seaton, Tynypren, E. Lloyd, Bull's Head Hotel, E. Davies, Brynbanon, Edward Vaughan, Tytanygraig, Jacob Jones, Bala, W. Roberts, Fedwrrian, E. Owen, Goat Inn, R. Roberts, Llechweddhen, H. Davies, Garnedd, R. Roberts, Coedyvoel-ucha, J. Jones, bailiff, W. Evans, Penmaen, and J. Edwards, Hafod- y-resgob-isa. The presentation took place in the dining room. which was beautifully decorated with evergreens S. On entering the room Mr and M:S Price, accompanied tr« °i-> an £ l the young heir on the arms of (jrimsha'«;? tlle nur.Se, were cordially and heartily received.. 1 here were also present Mrs Thomson, house- r, Mrs Clapham, lady's maid, and Mr Jackson, butler. Mr F. PARMETER introduced the deputation, and said— On behalf of the tenants of the Rhiwlas estate and many others of the well-wishers of the heir of Rhiwlas, and Mr and Mrs Price, in Bala and the neighbourhood, we are met here to-day on the most interesting occasion. Tt is to deliver to the young heir of Rhiwlas his birthday present. (Cheers.) I have the greatest pleasure in presenting this token, on behalf of the subscribers, of their esteem and highest regards not so much for its intrinsic value as the deep and genuine feeling and good wishes which prompted the contributors, who are very numerous. The interesting event of the 10th of June last has given us an opportunity on this occasion to appear before the young esquire and Mr and Mrs Price with this small tribute, as an indication of a profound admiration and respect to the family of Rhiwlas. (Cheers.) Personally I was of opinion that the presentation should be made by one of the oldest tenants, but the committee deemed otherwise, and I can assure you I feel proud of the honour thus entrusted to me. Among so many subscribers different views prevailed as to the form the presentation should take but I hope that we have fallen upon that which will be acceptable and meet with the approbation of Mr and Mrs Price, which was our earnest desire. (Cheers.) Some of the subscribers were inclined to make a present to the heir direct, but I think we have been fortunate enough to select articles which will be suitable and useful both for parents and child—the silver service of knives, forks, spoons, &c. This being the last evening of the old year, 1870. we wish to associate it with this presentation and I am sure you will all heartily unite with me in wishing lr, Mrs, and Master Price a very happy new year, and many returns thereof. (Cheers.) And I hope that the young gentleman may enjoy a long life to follow in the example and foot- steps of his parents. (Cheers.) Now I have the greatest pleasure in presenting Master R. K. Price with this ser- vice of plate as a mark of the best wishes and congratula- tions of the subscribers, to himself and his parents. (Cheers.) The birthday present consisted of a splendid silver dessert service, with mother of pearl handles, the crest and monogram of the young heir being engraved upon the handles. These were supplied by an eminent London firm, and were packed up in a neat oak chest having an engraved plate, bearing the following inscription:- Presented to R. K. Price, Esq., by the Tenants and other well-wishers, at his birth, as a token of great respect to his esteemed parents. Mr PRICE said-As my son is unable to thank you him- self or fully to appreciate what is now going on, I must do so on his behalf, and commence by saying that your ex- treme kindness has taken us by surprise. I never expected such a mark of approbation of our conduct among you. Mrs Price and myself are animated with the greatest feeling of gratitude and thankfulness. And though Mr Parmeter in the very kind manner by which he expressed your goodness and those of the subscribers, referred to the munificent gift in qualified terms we shall always consider it as one of our greatest treasures, and preserve it as a lasting memento of your goodness, and especially do we appreciate the kind feeling of our tenants and the numer- ous friends around us. And I trust that one day my son will be able to thank you in the Welsh language—(cheers) —and to wish you all iechyd da" (good health) in the proper fashion. (Cheers.) I can assure you I look with extreme pleasure and the utmost approbation upon this beautiful present, and you could not have fixed upon any- thing ,vhich would have been more acceptable, though I must say we feel that we have done very little to merit so much kindness. I hope we shall be spared to do some good in the locality, and that we shall bring up our child to be a blessing to the neighbourhood. (Cheers.) On behalf of my son, R. K. Price, Mrs Price, and myself, I beg to return you our most sincere and grateful thanks. The deputation having drunk the health of the heir and Mr and Mrs Price, and partaken of refreshments, then withdrew.

DOLGELLEY. FORMATION OF A NEWBRASS BAND. —A meeting was held recently in the Public Rooms to consider the expediency of forming a new brass band for the town, in connection with the Merionethshire Rifle Volunteers. Captain Charles Edwards presided, and a resolution in the affirmative was carried, and subscriptions towards carrying out the object are invited. Mr Crossley, the organist of St. Mary's Church, was named as instructor. THE RAILWAY STATION.- -Passengers by the Cambrian line of railway from Dolgelley will be glad to learn that the company contemplate the opening of an entrance to their platform from the bridge, thus avoiding the long detour down the hill, and often a perilous passage across the line, there being no foot-bridge for the convenience, or rather safety, of passengers having to book at the Cam- brian booking office. THE GREEN.—A correspondent writes At last the trustees have done something towards the improvement of The Green, but, alas how much remains untouched. The improvements to which we refer are the erection of stone pillars, entrance gates, and iron palisadings, but the more important improvement:i-thedramage works—which were commenced in such hot haste last summer, and as suddenly abandoned, what of them ? Is another summer to pass away, leaving the Marian Mawr an eyesore rather than an attraction to visitors, or is it to be converted, as we were once led to anticipate, into an enjoyable promenade, a good recreation ground, to be put and kept in decent order, a credit both to the trustees and to the town, which at present it certainly is not? We do hope, in the interests of the town, and to the credit of the trustees, that there will be as little delay as possible in the completion of the works, that the pre- sent unsightly appearance of The Green will soon be re- moved, and that we shall see that the funds in the hands of the trustees have been expended to some purpose. ENTERTAINMENT.—The fifth of a series of popular read- ings was held at the Public Rooms, on Tuesday evening, the 3rd of January, under the presidency of William Griffith, Esq., Glyn. The following was the pro,-ramrne:- ArMrfWy hv flic* (h.o. Solo Pianoforte, March of the Men of Harlech," with varia- tions Mrs Ellis Song, March of the Men of Harlech Mr H Roberts Glee, Shall we gather by the River "Mr M. Evans and partv Song, Y Fwyalchen .Miss Jones, Tanybryn-encored." Song, •' lietty Little Sarah Mr Stopford—encored. Recitation, Eliza Mr Howell Davies Song, "Shon Ivan Itr Griiffth Jones. Reading v" li. V 7 ■■■■■■■■ ■■ ■ ^ev. Evan Lewis, M. A. Song Xis gwn beth l feddwl o Jane ..Mr P. Jones—encored Song, "Three Fishers went sailing"Mr W. N. Griffith, Glyn— encored, when he gave Clochette." Recitation, Song of the Royal Edinburgh Light Dragoons" -.TII" Thomas. Sons, "Gwraig v Meddwvn Master D. Jones Song, There's a Path by the River "Miss Jones, Tanybryn— encored. "Ewvllis Adda Mr O. Tudor. Song, "God bless the Working Man "Mr Stopford—encored. Song, "I've nothing else to do Mr W. B. C. Jones. Finale, I Wisgo Aur Goron" Miss Jones. The singing of Miss Jones was highly appre-s ated by the numerous audience, as were also the two songs of Mr W. N. Griffith. Everything passed off with success, and the committee must reallyO be thanked for the good pro- gramme they are enabled, with the assistance of friends, to present at each entertainment. The Rector proposed, and Mr J. Chidlaw Roberts seconded, a vote of thanks to the chairman, who, in responding, said he was very pleased to preside at such a meeting, and hoped these en- tertainments would long continue. A vote of thanks to the performers was proposed by Dr Edward Jones, and seconded by the Rev..T. Hughes. The next entertainment will be given on the 17th instant. SEASONABLE "AMUSEMENTS" AT DOLGELLEY.—The per- petrators of the dastardly and hitherto-undiscovered out- rages which have gained for Chirk an unenviable notoriety, have, we regret to state, found imitators, though thankfully on a less pretentious scale, at Dolgelley, and certain freaks in which midnight roisterers have recently chosen to indulge at the expense and to the annoyance of peaceable and respected neighbours, have given rise to some little commotion in our quiet town. Early on Friday morning it was discovered that some fourteen cr fifteen gates belonging to farmhouses, situate on the road leading from Brithdir to Dolgelley, had been wrenched off their hinges, thrown violently to the ground, and, as a matter of course, damaged, besides causing additional annoyance and vexatious trouble to the unoffending farmers, by their cattle being thus permitted to wander at their own free will into their neighbours' pastures. The large gate which constitutes one of the principal entrances to the ruined mansion of Dolgun was shattered, and the perpetrators capped their folly by damaging the wicket- gates at the Torrent-walk, one of the most delightful ram- bles to be met with in the neighbourhood, and, like Dolgun, thrown open to the public by the courtesy of Mr R. M. Richards, of Caerynwch, in whose grounds it is. The Torrent-walk has long been regarded as one of the chief attractions which are to be met with in the neighbourhood of Dolgelley, in fact it has come to be regarded as the common property of the town, and this gross outrage upon the kindness of Mr Richards has naturally excited very great indignation amongst the townspeople, and there is a strong wish to see the authors of this piece of vandalism well punished for their folly. Similar practical jokes" were perpetrated last Christmas. Gates were removed, ^.nd more than one farmer found in his fields his neigh- bour s cattle, and had to seek elsewhere for those which he had safely housed the night before. Mr Richards has offered a handsome reward for the discovery of the offenders, and the action taken on his part, will, we trust, act as a salutary caution to the silly fellows who are reduced to the perpetration of such reprehensible freaks of folly. A CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT.—A special Christmas entertainment, in connection with the series of popular readings wbich are being so successfully carried on in Dolgelley, was held in the Public Rooms on Tuesday, the 27th ult., under the presidency of Mr R. M. Richards, Caerynwch. The room was crowded to excess, the amount received at the door for admission, inclusive of a dona- tion of 4e2 generously presented to the committee by the worthy chairman, realizing the handsome sum of E7 8s. The opening address of the chairman was listened to with great attention. After congratulating the people of Dolgelley upon their enterprise in having provided such a magnificent building as the Market Hall, and such a fine room as that in which they were assembled, Mr Richards passed on to give a brief resum6 of the Franco- Prussian war, and introduced his hearers to several graphic sketches of many of the places which have wit- nessed the fiercest struggles of the campaign, additional interest being lent to the narrative from the fact that Mr Richards was at the time war was declared, traveling on the Continent with his family, and was one of the last to leave Paris ere the gates of that city were finally closed in anticipation of the approach of the Prussian forces. He complimented the ladies upon the active part they were taking in tbe«o pleitSftiit gathering. and the com- mittee the success which had attended their under- ^.ving, in providing cheap and rational amusement for the people. A very attractive programme was gone through. A fantasia upon the National Anthem was brilliantly played by Mrs Richards on the piano, and was loudly en- cored, and similar compliments were extenled to many of the ladies and gentlemen who had kindly offered their services. The usual vote of thanks to the chairman was proposed by Mr H. J. Reveley, seconded by Mr E. Walker, and carried with acclamation. The vote of thanks to the performers was proposed by the Rev. J. Hughes. The programme was as follows :— Piano, Fantasia on Popular Airs Mrs Ellis and Master Ellis Song, Death of Nelson." .• Mr Knowles Recitation, "Piiodas T'wysog Cymru.Mr Edward Williams Song, Pistyll y pentref Mr J, Evans Violins and Concertina, "Selections." Party Song and chorus, Mae'r adar yn canu Cymraeg." Mr G. Jones and party Songs, Woman's Resolutions" and "Yr enith fach a'r Bibl mawr." 1. 1 1. Miss Thomas Songs, Par excellence "and "Jemima Brown." lfr Stopfor(I Solo—piano, Fantasia on the National Anthem." Mrs Richards Song, "Good bye, Sweetheart, good bye." Mr Poole Reading, Misadventures at Margate." Mr Stopford Glee, Boddlondeb." Glee party Piano solo Mr Crossley Song, "The Arab's farewell to his steed." Mr Remfry Songs, The Fine Old English Gentleman, and "The English- man." Mr Roberts Duet—piano, "The Star of the Night." Mrs Remfry and Miss Bristowe Recitation, Y ni (ourselves)..Mr Lewis Williams (auctioneer) Finale, The Land of my Fathers." Miss Thomas

CORWEN. POPULAR ENTERTAINMENTS. On Thursday evening, Dec. 29th, at the National Schoolroom, in this town, another of these meetings was held, under the presidency of Mr D. Roberts, auctioneer, Tynycefn. The following programme, preceded by an introductory address by the chairman, was Rone through Duet Mrs and Miss Brophy Recitation Anne Williams Song Mr W. Evans Readiug Mr J. Jones Song Mr Evas Hughes Glee. Miss Williams, Miss Davies, and Master R. Lloyd Recitation Miss S. E. Morris Duet Miss Owen and Miss Jones Reading (Welsh) Rev. D. James Duet Miss Jones and Miss Evans Glee Miss C. Williams and Miss E. Davies Recitation Kate Elcome Song Miss M. Humphreys Recitation Master R. R. Roberts SouR Master R. Williams Glee Miss Edwards and Miss Williams Song Eryr Alwen Recitation Master R. Williams Song, Man the Life Boat." Mr J. H. Jones .National Anthem. The meeting was well attended, but the proceedings were to a degree marred through the gaslights being extin- guished, as is supposed, from the action of the cold upon the gas, but a speedy substitute was obtained in candle lights.

CORRIS. ACCIDENT.—On Saturday, a man named Thomas Breese, employed at the Aberllefeni Slate Quarries, met with an accident. It appears that whilst he was pushing a few trucks along the rails he lost his hold, fell, and rolled down an incline a considerable distance. He was removed to his home, on the Corris road, in a state of unconscious- ness, and was attended by Mr D. R. Pughe, surgeon, Machynlleth. We are glad to state that the man's injuries are not very serious.

MACHYNLLETH. ACCIDENT.—At noon on Saturday last a man named David Williams, about sixty years of age, employed as a labourer to repair the approaches to the railway station, was attempting to cross the line as a train was entering the station, and was knocked down by the engine, and sustained a severe fracture of the thigh. He was re- moved to his lodging, and attended to by Mr D. R. Pughe, surgeon. The limb has been set, and we learn that the sufferer is progressing satisfactorily. DEATH FROM BURNING.—Mr D. R. Pughe, coroner, held an inquest on Saturday evening, touching the death of Jane Williams, eleven years of age, daughter to John Williams, labourer, living in the Garsiwn, Machynlleth. The deceased, on the 21st ult., whilst her mother was out working, went to the fire to raise the kettle a link or two higher up the chain by which it was held over the fire, and in doing so her clothes became ignited, and she was badly burnt. Mr Lloyd, surgeon, attended her, and ad- ministered the proper remedies for her severe injuries; but the poor child expired on the 30th ult. The jury returned a verdict of Death from burning." WALKING THE BOUNDS OF THE PARISH. -A vestry meet- ing was convened on Saturday last, Mr David Howell in the chair, when, in accordance with a public notice that had been given of the intention of the vestry of propos- ing that the boundaries of the town and liberties of Machynlleth should be perambulated, it was resolved that perambulation was desirable, and that it should be commenced on that day (Saturday), and that, where de- sirable, stones or other marks should be fixed or made, with the view of preserving the ancient boundaries. Several persons took part in this old-fashioned practice, which, we believe, was considered expedient on account of certain landed proprietors of the town and neighbourhood having attempted to make encroachments. PETTY SESSIONS, WEDNESDAY.- -Before Major Davies and J. R. M. Ford, Esq. Assault.John Jones was summoned for having as- saulted William Jones. The parties reside in the parish of Cemmaes, and it appeared that on the 17th of December the complainant was in the Penrhos Arms public-house, at Cemmaes, and met the defendant there with a man named Thomas Leek. Some conversation took place and the defendant used threatening language and attempted to strike the complainant.—Defendant admitted having used a threat.—Fined Is., and cos..s, 9s.—Leek was also summoned by the same compla nant for aiding arid abetting Jones.—He was also fined, including costs, 10s. BOARD OF GUARDIANS, WEDNESDAY. -Present Mr Edward Davies (chairman), the Rev. Geo. Griffiths, Messrs R. Gillart, G. W. Griffiths, John Owen, Robert Roberts, Owen Daniel, John Jones, Richard Jones, and Morris Davies. Finance.—The amounts expended by the relieving officers upon out-door relief during the past fortnight were reported as follows Mr Lewis vVilliams, Machynlleth district, 258 lls. Mr Daniel Howell, Darowen district, JE53 19s. Mr William Bell, Pennal district, JE64 8s. 6d.— Balance at the bank, t535 17s. Id. Bills.-The usual quarterly bills were examined and passed. The Master's Report.— Mr Thomas, the master, reported that the number of inmates at present in the house was thirty-eight. Nineteen tramps had been relieved during the past fortnight. Vaccination. -The registrar of births produced lists of persons who had neglected to comply- with the require- ments of the Vaccination Act during the past half-year.— After some discussion the Rev. Geo. Griffiths proposed, and Mr Gillart seconded, that the guardians take proceed- ings against all defaulters.—Agreed to.-Attlie suggestion of Mr G. W. Griffiths, it was agreed that the registrars should be requested to furnish the guardians with the names of all defaulters since January, 1(868.—The clerk was directed to write to the medical officers of the union, } imforming them that proceedings are to be taken against defaulters, and requesting them to forward all certificates of cases that had been attended to. The Board sat nearly four hours.

LLANDRILLO. THE CHURCH CHOIR.—The Rev. J. Wynne, rector, with his uttual liberality and kindness, treated the choir, which consisted of about thirty, to a dinner at the Union Schoolroom. The dinner was supplied by Mr and Mrs Hughes, Drovers' Arms, and the catering of Miss Hughes most excellent. Toasts and songs were the sentiments of the evening. TREAT TO THE FAERDRE SUNDAY SCHOOL. On Wed- nesday evening, 28th ult., the children of this school were kindly treated to an excellent tea at Plasynfaerdre, by Mr and Alrs Tarrett. The tables were bountifully supplied with rich currant bread, and oranges, apples, and other sweets were distributed to each of the children. Various games were played at, to the great amusement of the little ones. Mr H. Williams, one of the school teachers, re- turned thanks on behalf of the children, and he felt sure that all the children would not forget, for some time, the kindness they had received that evening from Mr and Mrs Jarrett.

PORTMADOC. ALLEGED THEFT.—At Portmadoc, on Friday, John Jones and David Ellis, men working with the ballast train, were brought before Major Mathew and Mr D. Griffiths, on a charge of stealing coal from a truck belong- ing to Mr Joseph Jones. Mr Poole, who represented the Cambrian Railways Company, not pressing the charge, as upon the face of the evidence given there appeared to have been no felonious intent on the part of the prisoners, the Bench bound them over in their own recognizances to appear when called upon. TOTAL WRECK OF A SCHOONEU.-Loss OF THREE LIVES. -At an early hour on Sunday morning last, the wind blowing heavy from the southwest, the schooner Miss Douglas, Captain David Thompson, of Silloth, and bound from Portmadoc to Silloth with a cargo of slates, struck on the Cumberland coast, at a point near Drigg, and became a total wreck, the captain and two of the crew meeting with a watery grave. Shortly before twelve o'clock on Sunday morning, the rocket brigade, under Captain Kelly, stationed at Whitehaven, pro- ceeded to the scene of the wreck, and were instrumental in saving the life of an ablebodied seaman named Charles Brown, a native of Sweden, the only survivor of the ill- fated crew. It appears the vessel left Portmadoc on Fri- day, December 23, and was owned by Mr Bennan, of Carlisle. RAILWAY SUPPER.-On Monday evening, the 2nd inst., the officials and employes of the Cambrian Railways in the Portmadoc district had a supper at the Commercial Hotel, most ably served up under the direction of Mr and Mrs Davies. The chair was occupied by Mr Poole (dis- trict superintendent), and Mr R. I. Jones, Tremadoc, was vice-chairman. The usual loyal toasts were given, and several songs enlivened the evening's proceedings, which terminated at an early hour. A very pleasant evening was spent. PETTY SESSIONS, FRIDAY, Dec. 30.-Before John Jones, Esq., Owen Griffith, Esq., and Major Mathew. Drunk and Riotous. -Robert Roberts was charged by P.C. Thos. Williams with having been drunk and riotous at Beddgelert, on Dec. 3rd. He pleaded guilty, and was fined Is., and costs 10s. 6d. Cluirge of Stealing Coals. -John Jones and David Ellis, men working with the ballast train, were charged with having stolen coals from a truck belonging to Mr Joseph Jones. Mr Poole, who represented the Cambrian Rail- ways Company, not pressing the charge, as upon the face of the evidence given there appeared to have been no felonious intent on the part of the prisoners, the Bench bound them over in their own recognizances to appear when called upon. Licence. --The Bench granted a licence to John Pritchard for the Gelert Inn, the former licence having been sus- pended for some time. A Proposed Assistant Survei/or.—A letter was read from the magistrates of the petty sessional division of Pwllheli, asking the magistrates of Portmadoc petty sessional divi- sion to support an application about to be made for an assistant surveyor for that part of the county.

PENRHYNDEUDRAETH. PETTY SESSIONS, THURSDAY, DEC. 29th.—Before Wm. Casson, Esq., J. E. Parry, Esq., and John Casson, Esq. Licence Transfer.— The licence of the White Horse Inn, Harlech, was transferred to Mrs Laura Jones, widow of the late landlord. Assault.—Owen Jones was summoned for having as- saulted Jane Jones on the 29th of Nov., by striking her upon the breast. It appeared that the complainant was standing against the door of her house at the time, and defendant quarreled with her and struck her a violent blow. Complainant was laid up for a fortnight. She did not provoke the defendant.—Witnesses were called for the defence, who stated that they did not see the blow struck. There was a general quarrel.—Fined 5s., and costs, 15s. Defendant was bound over in the sum of 2.5 to keep the peace for twelve months. Wilful Damage.—Owen Jones was summoned for hav- ing wilfully broken the windows of a railway carriage upon the Festiniog and Blaenau Railway. It seemed that damage of this description was often done by per- sons on this line, and the authorities brought defendant forward as a caution to others.—Defendant admitted the offence, and was fined 10; and costs, 12s. 6d., and ordered to pay the amount of the damage, 4s. Drunk (md Riotous.-Lewis Evans was summoned by P.C. John Hughes for committing this offence on the 25th of Nov., at Festiuiog.—Defendant did not appear, and was fined 2s. 6d., and 10s. costs. Si,ti-eties. -Evan Jones was summoned by Griffith Roberts, greengrocer, Penrhyn, for using threatening language towards him, on the 10th of Dec. The evidence went to show that the defendant was at the complainant's door on the night of the 10th, when complainant was in bed, and challenged him to fight. Complainant was in bodily fear.—The magistrates bound the defendant over in the sum of 25 to keep the peace for twelve months.

LLANWENOG. INQUEST.—On the 26th ult, an inquest was held at Penpompren, before Thomas J. Hughes, Esq, coroner, on view of the body of Mary Lloyd, 63 years of age, innkeeper, who was found drowned in a small river called Grannell about 11 o'clock in the morning of the 24th ult. From the evidence adduced it seems that on the day in question, the deceased went out with two pitchers to fetch some water, and in about ten minutes was found drowned,the pitchers in the meantime floating down the stream. It is supposed that she fell headlong into the water, as there were some marks on her forehead, but in the absence of evidence the jury recorded a verdict of "Found drowned." The deceased was a person highly respeeted, and was well known for uprightness and integrity in the business which she had conducted for a long period at Penpompren.

LLANGOLLEN. The following letter, bearing upon an important matter in connection with the many applications sent from vestries in Wales for powers to establish School Boards, previously to the receipt of the recent Council Order, was received from Sir F. R. Sandford by a member of the Llangollen Education Committee, on Friday last, having been delayed in transit:— Education Department, Privy Council Office, Downing-street, London, S. W., 22nd Dec., 1870. EDUCATION ACT. Sir,—I have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 19th instant, and to inform you that no application of the ratepayers, which is not made in accordance with an orde issued by the Education Department, under the powers given in the second schedule to the Education Act, can be entertained by this clepartment.-I have the honour to be, Sir, your obedient servant, F. R. SANDFORD. R. F. Griffiths, Esq. VOLUNTEER CONCERT. On Thursday week a grand amateur concert was held at the Assembly Rooms. The programme contained songs, pianoforte solos, and comic recitatives. The performers were Mrs Cuncliffe, Dinbren Hall, and the Misses Cunliffe, Mrs Gregson Fell, Walton House, Miss Robins, Mount Pleasant, Miss Fannie E. Rowland, Wrexham, the Misses Jarvis, Birch Cottage, the Misses Warne, Corwen, Miss Stewart, Hafod-y-Maidd, Miss Tanqueray, Penybryn Hall, Miss Cross, Mr J. W. Tanqueray, Mr Attwell, Mr J. Edwards, Mr J. Pughe, choirmaster, and a few members of the Church choir. The volunteer band played overtures to the two parts of the concert. Mr Fred Owen was the professional accom- panist. The programme was very well sustained; some of the pieces were excellent, and we would especially refer to the comic songs of Mr Tanqueray and Mr Attwell. At the close, previous to the singing of the National Anthem, Captain C. R. W. Tottenham came forward to thank those present for their support, and on behalf of the officers and men of the corps he would heartily thank those who so very kindly came to assist. (Applause.) The full-dress stalls were all occupied; we were sorry to see that the body of the Hall was not filled, but feel no doubt that a future concert will be more largely patronized.

WELSHPOOL. WELSHPOOL SECOND FRIENDLY SOCIETY. On Tuesday, January 3, the members of this society, to the number of about 300, met together for their annual meeting, and after having paraded the streets they pro- ceeded to Christchurch, accompanied by the band. The lessons were read by the Rev. E. B. C. Frith, and a sermon bearing upon the necessity of unity and brotherly love was preached by the Rev. C. H. Bowman, from Hebrews, c. 13 v. 1. At the close of the service the members adjourned to the Buck Inn, where an excellent dinner was provided by Mr John Humphreys, presided over by Mr W. Withy, and there were also present, Messrs W. P. Yearsley, W. T. Parker, T. B. Jones, the Rev. C. H. Bowman, the Rev. E. B. C. Frith Messrs J. Hickman,. John Evans, John Morris, Charles Jones, William Lewis, JohnPryce, Severn Cottage; John Jones, Samuel Salter, &c., &c. After the cloth had been removed the CHAIRMAN said he rose to propose the first toast, which was one every English- man would drink with great pleasure. He ga The Queen." (Cheers.) {r The CHAIRMAN next gave "The Prince and Princesi of Wales and the rest of the Royal Family." The next toast was The Army, Navy and Volunteers," coupled with the names of Lieut. Parker and Ensign Jones, proposed by Mr YEARSLEY and responded to by Lieut. PARKER, who said he was grateful to Mr Yearsley for proposing the toast. He (Lieut. Parker) thought by being present that evening he was doing his duty by trying to bring together the members of friendly societies, and introducing them more prominently before the public. Mr YEARSLEY proposed The Bishop ond Clergy of the Diocese." They had hAd a Welsh bishop conferred upon them. This was a change from the method of the past, and very likely they would have other changes. However, changes or no changes, he was sure tho clergymen of Welshpool deserved any honour that meeting could confer upon them, as they came to their meetings out of pure kindness to give, so to spk2 a kind of head to the feast, He coupled with the toast the names of the Rev. J. E. Hill, the Rev. E. B. C. Frith, and the Rev. C. H Bowman. The Rev. E. B. C. FRITH said Mr Bowman and himself agreed that one should give the sermon in church and the other after dinner. It always gave him much pleasure to be amongst them, and he was glad, very glad, to see that the society was nearly R200 better off this year than last. He wished them every possible success, and hoped they would go on prospering (Cheers.) The CHAIRMAN- The usual loyal and patriotic toasts have now been proposed. The next thing before us is to have the statement of accounts read. Of course the offi- cers for the ensuing year have to be appointed, but the vital question for our society is, how can we manage our finances so as to get rid of a deficiency, and show a balance on the credit side in our yearly statement of accounts. Perhaps the most important duty you have to perform this evening is to elect the committee, ten in number. (Hear, hear.) A deficiency is a serious drawback to a society, and I have heard of lodges labouring under this disadvantage agreeing to pay Is. per member in addition to the usual subscription in order to liberate themselves. I am not proposing this course for your adoption; I am merely mentioning it so that when the society's financial position conies up for consideration you may be prepared. (Hear, hear.) Mr W. T. PARKER proposed the re-election of the sur- ceon, Mr E. T. I). Harrison, which was seconded by Mr PRYCE, and carried. Mr ALEXANDER GILMORE paid a tribute to the late se- cretary of the society, Mr William Williams, who had gained the respect of every member of the society. He had been a member of the society for upwards of thirty years, and his removal from among them by death, which took place on the 30th of last July, had necessitated the election of someone to fill the office Mr Williams had so ably occupied. He (Mr Gilmore) begged to propoe Mr Lloyd for the secretaryship, and said the way Mr Lloyd had fulfilled the duties of the office since July was a guarantee that he was well able to give the members satisfaction. Mr JEHU seconded the proposal, and Mr Lloyd was unanimously chosen to the office. Mr J. MORRIS, jun., proposed Mr Robert Jones as treasurer, ALich was carried with acclamation. I The following members were then elected to serve on the committee: -Messrs Beattie, Richard Pugh, A. Gilmore, D. Jehu. T. Humphreys, Thomas Pugh, John Morris, jun., William Bray, David Pugh, and John Pryce, Severn Cottage. A statement of accounts was then read, after which The CHAIRMAN said—We have now done with business, and all we have to do is to enjoy ourselves. The. band will, no doubt, play a tune, and you must all call for your glasses and be merry. Mr PARKER said he had been asked to propose a toast; it was the health of their solicitor, Mr Yearsley. (Cheers.) Mr YEARSLEY responded, and said he thanked Mr Parker for the way his name had been proposed. He thought the club was progressing very satisfactorily, though they did not perhaps get as many new members as they used to do in past years. Mr JOHN JONES proposed the health of the chairman, and said he was sure they had worked hard to reduce their deficiency, and they "had succeeded. (Cheers.) The CHAIRMAN—Gentlemen, I sincerely thank Mr Jones for the very flattering way in which he has proposed my health. I have found the meeting very considerate to me in my endeavour to conduct this evening's proceedings. (Applause.) The deficiency has been reduced by R100, and I believe next year there will be no such thing as a deficiency. These societies help to give a man indepen- dence, and when once a workman comes to my place, if he is not a member I persuade him to become one, as I think it helps him to be a better man. (Cheers.) Mr J. IORRIS gave the health of the secretary and treasurer, and Mr YEARSLEY proposed the health of the committee, who had done their work so well. He hoped the new committee would do their work as well as the old one. The CHAIRMAN proposed the health of the Earl of Powis, who was always ready to lend a helping hand to every one. He never wanted asking twice, nay, scarcely once, to do a kind action, and he hoped they would drink his health with three times three. (Drunk with three times three.) Mr HICKMAN said he had been called upon to propose the next toast, and he did so with great pleasure as it was the health of Mr Navlor. (Loud cheers.) Mr Nay lor was a gentleman who was always willing to give the most careful consideration to anything that was for the good of the town. He was an honorary member of the Foresters' Society, and he (Mr Hickman) had no doubt would become an honorary member of the Second Friendly Society if he were waited upon. (Cheers.) Mr Naylor had co-operated with the town most heartily in erecting a bridge across the Severn. (Applause.) The next toast was "The Town and Corporation of Welshpool," proposed by Mr HICKMAN and responded to by Mr PARKER, who, in the course of his remarks, said he was anxious that the members of the Second Friendly Society should do something towards erecting the bridge over Leighton Ford, if it was only half-a-day's work. After some remarks from the Chairman, Mr Pugh said the new bridge would save him C3 or £4 a year. Even the Leighton Lion had been converted and become a lamb; he had given proof of his convertion by subscribing one guinea to the bridge fund their new secretary would also subscribe a guinea. (Loud cheers.) Mr PARKER said he was anxious that meeting should pass off with great eclat. He would propose "The Working Classes." He was always happy to associate with them, for he owed his present position in a great measure to their aid, and he hoped he should never be branded as ungrateful. He begged of them not to think of any "lower" class when they thought of those who worked. Men were high or "low" according to rea- sons independent of daily toil. Mr JONES said he had received JS2 16s. in the room to- wards the bridge fund. There were several good songs sung, and the Welshpool brass band, under the leadership of Mr Baines, played selec- tions of music at intervals throughout the proceedings.

LLANIDLOES. GRAND CONCERT. On Thursday week a grand amateur concert of vocal and instrumental music was given in the Public Rooms, Llanidloes, under the superintendence and for the benefit of Mr Salter, of this place, when, in addition to Miss J. Morgan, Mis? L. Goldsworthy, and Mr D. Ll. Morgan, residents of the town, the following artistes appeared Mynyddog (the popular Welsh poet and singer), Mr D. Emlvn Evans (a promising Welsh composer and vocalist, of Newtown), Mr J. C. Gittins (of Newtown), and the Newtown Glee and Madrigal Union. The concert was very largely and respectably attended, and was a success in every sense of the word. The following was the pro- gramme, which was faithfully adhered to, with the excep- tion of one slight omission at the close, occasioned by the lateness of the hour :— lateness of the hour :— Part Song—"A Vintage Song" .Newtown Glee and Madrigal Union Soiig-Wel.,ih Song and Chorus—"When this Cruei War is Over" Newtown Olee and Madrigal Union Song—"The Stirrup Cup" Mr D. Emlyn Evans S ODg-Nl:irjt)ry's Almanack" Miss J. Morgan Song—"The Chimes of England" Mr J. C. Gittins Solo and Chorus-" Come if you dare" Newtown Glee and Madrigal Union Song—"The Cambrian War Song" Mr D. LI. Morgan Song—" The Blind Girl's Dream" Miss L. Goldsworthy Song—Welsh Mynyddog Glee-" Oh, the Summer Night" Newtown Glee and Madrigal Union Glee-" Love and Wine" Newtown Glee and Madrigal Union Song Mynyddog Recitative and Aria—" The Death of Nelson" Mr D. Emlyn Evans Song—" Merrily Over the Snow" Miss L. Goldsworthy Song—Welsh Mr R. Williams Duet-" Love and War" Mr D. Emlyn Evans and Mr T. M. Taylor Song-" Charming May". Miss J. Morgan Song—" Poor Jack Brown" Mr J. C. Gittins Serenade—"Good Night, Beloved" Newtown Glee and Madrigal Union Song—"Welcome, Merry Christmas" Mr E. Salter Chorus (Finale)—" The Carnovale" The Newtown Glee and Madrigal Union We have said the. proceedings were very successful throughout, but we may in as few words as possible touch upon some of tho. chief performances of the evening. First and foremost must be placed the Glee and Madrigal Union, who sang without exception in a style which was at once masterly, tasteful, and charming. Of unaccom- panied singers they may bear favourable comparison with many of the chief glee unions of our larger towns. Two true and very trying tests of their vocal abilities were, "Oh. the summer night," and "Love and Wine," thoroughly difficult glees and exacting no small amount of skill, taste, and musical discrimination in their proper of skill, taste, and musical discrimination in their proper performance. The two young lady singers acquitted themselves creditably in their various songs, calling forth loud plaudits. Mynyddog, tie Welsh poet and singer, was a great favourite among the Welsh portion of the audience, and sang some of his own funny songs to equally funny music of his own composition. He was loudly en- cored each time and in most instances courteously com- plied. "Peidiwch codi Row," a song containing many good hits," appeared to be the favourite; but Purion Peth"- was really good. The unfortunate Saxons, of course, could (,nly judge of the fun their Celtic brethren were so thoroughly enjoying by the continuous roar of genuine laughter which greeted almost every line of the bard-vocalist, who accompanied himself upon the piar^- Mr Gittins (basso), Mr D. LI. Morgan (basso), and Emlyn Evans (tenor), sang their songs_ well. The letter (a young rising composer of Welsh music, who h;^ shown considerable ability in his productions) handlf^ a ^nor voice of good compass and tone with pretty t^ no ct., though the "Stirrup Cup" was by no mdan^ a happy choice, any more than the venerable but hackneyed Nelson," which fell somewhat flat. The btirrup Cup" in any other hands than those of Saptley, for whom it was specially composed, has invariably turned out a more or less flat and insipid cup, as we do-regay some of our readers have noticed. Here perhaps we may be allowed to express our resrret that Mr Francis, the leading member of the Glee Union, did not favour the audience with one or two of his sweet and well-chosen tenor ditties, which lie knows so well how to sing. We cannot pass on without noticing the fine, manly singing of Mr Gittins, which did him great credit. His style rarely produces rapture, but can- not fail to please all, and especially those amongst us who like ?. good old English song sung in a steady old English style, without any "Jimcracks" about it as brother Jonathan would say.

NEWTOWN. ST. MARY'S CHURCH AXD THE POOR.-The Rev. n. E. Taylor, brother to the late rector, has carried out the cus- tom, so long established by his brother, of regaling, on New Year's Day, the poor communicants at St. Mary's Church with a substantial dinner. On New Year's Eve, the churchwardens distributed over six tons of coal to the r i-t r m deserving poor attending St. Mary's Church, the expengd being defrayed out of the offertory made on Christmas-day. The coals were supplied at cost price by the North and South Wales Coal and Lime Company. Mil* BRISCO S RENT AuuiT.—Mr. Brisco's lt:tlf-yearly, rent-audit dinner took place at the King's Head, on Thurs- day, an excellent dinner being provided by Mrs Kinsey* Mr R. Sturkey presided, and Mr Pryce Jones occupied the vice-chair. TEA MEETING, &-c.-Oii Monday last a tea meeting and literary entertainment were held at Bwlchyfrydd Congre- gational chapel. Notwithstanding the unfavourable state of the weather, about 500 sat down to tea. When tea was 7eF> the Rev. R. Lumley, minister of the place, took the* chair, and informed the audience that the present meeting was only one of a series which the promoters purposed holding in connection with- that place of worship. and that their object was to stimulate the young people to lf-im.. provement; to teach them to live as they ought. and thus make life a pleasure and a reality. The competitions of the present meeting would be confined to readings and recitations, but at future gatherings it was intended to offer prizes for singing, musical composition, writing, geo;- graphy, and arithmetic. A quartette was then sung, CONCERT. A performance of sabred music was given in Jinf yan Chapel in this town on Monday evening. 1 he pieces selected included some of the choicest prodnc* tions of Handel, Haydn, Mozart, and Schachner. The vocalists, under the conductorship of Mr D. Emlyn Evans, included the principal amateurs of the town. The bar. monium and pianoforte were entrusted to the skill of Mra R. Lloyd and Miss E. Evans. Addresses were delivered jy the Revs. J. Jones and W. R. Carlyon. The chair was occupied by Edward Hall, Esq, The" whole perform- ance passed off to the satisfaction of the most fastidioug,' With the efforts now made for the cultivation of mtisi, in Newtown, we have reason to believe that considerable iir provement will be soon visible in congregational "¡n¡i and that Newtown will regain its once high lxwit-oi musical talent.

WREXHAM. AIR. ^AI KER AND THE INLAND REVENUE.—We uT»dfr« stand that the Inland Revenue have reduced the fine in« nicted upon Mr Walker, Willow Brewerv, last wsek, from £50 to £5. L.M Bii/z L EM EN x.—Charles Bolton was brought up on remand, Detore the county magistrates, on Monday, charged vvion embezzling certain moneys, the property of tne ijreat Western Railway Company, wilile employed, as goods clerk at tile Ruabuii station. He pie;uied gudcy, and was sentenced to three montns imprisonment. ::&P'

,biPUing. PORTMADOC. Week ending Jan. 5th, 1871. ARRIVED. Jane Ellen, Owen Willliam Jones, Evans; Ocean Monarch, Humphreys Mary Lloyd, Lloyd Empress, Rowlands Mersey, Owen Alice Chamney, Morris; Margaret and Mary, Roberts; Independence, Parry; Nant Eos, Thomas; Ellen Roberts, Roberts; Energy, Thomas Rebecca (s.s.), Williams. SAILED.—Fossil, Roberts. ABERDOVEY. ARRIVED- Ceres, Evans, Cork; Agenoria, Hum* phreys, from Aberayron; Midas, Lewis, Y< m^hal Mountain M;ud, Davies, from Newport; Ala Cliarleqi Evans, Londonderry; John James, Jones, Aberystwyth Mary Anne, Rees, New Quay; Resolute, Jones, Water- ford Koh-i-noor, Hughes, Milford. SAILED. Waterloo, Humphreys, for Chester Volun- teer, Lnomas, Bristol; Lizzie Jane, Hughes, Gloucester J Dovey Packet, Rees, Swansea; Gienalvon. Jones, Savannah.

TIDE TABLE FOR ABERYSTWYTH, ABERDOVEY, AND BARMOUTH Jan. Aberystwyth. Aberdovey. Barmouth. a.m. p.m. a.m. p.m. a.m. p.m. Sat. 7 7 49: 8 7 8 18 8 36 7 ;>S 8 16 Sun. 8 8' 25 8 43 8 51 9 12 8 34 8 52 Mon. 9 9 1 9 18 9 30 i 9 47 9 10 j D 27 Tues. 10 9V 36 9 54 10 5 10 23 9 .¡,'¡ 10 3 a.m. p.m. a.m. p.m. a.m. p.m. Sat. 7 7 49: 8 7 8 18 8 36 7 ;>S 8 16 Sun. 8 8' 25 8 43 8 51 9 12 8 34 8 52 Mon. 9 9 1 9 18 9 30 9 47 9 10 D 27 Tues. 10 9V 36 9 54 10 5 10 23 9 »."> 10 3 Wed. 11 10 14 10 35 10 43 11 4 10 2:! 10 4<l Thur. 12 10 55 11 16 11 24 — 11 4 11 25 Fri. 13 —-10 2 0 8 0 31 I -■ 0 11

B I RTHS. Dec. 25th, at Bodtalog Hall, Towyn, Mrs F. SANDYS OLGMORB' of a son. Dec. 30th, at Finsbury Cottage, Dolgelley, the wife of Mr LEWIS WILLIAMS, auctioneer, of a son, still-born. MARRIAGES. Dec. 27th, at St. Michael's Parish Church, Abervstwyth, by the Rev. D. Francis, curate, Mr JONATHAN WILLI AMS, draper, Carmarthen, to Mrs ELIZABETH JONES, draper, 35, (iieat Dark- gate-street, Aberystwyth. DEATHS. Dec. 22nd, SARAH PUGH, the infant daughter of Mr THOMAS GRIFFITHS, provision merchant, Great Darkgatc street, Abere ystwyth. Dec. 22nd, aged 76, Mrs ELIZABETH PAGE, Queen-street, Aber- ystwyth. Dec. 25th, aged 11 months, at Anglesea Villas, Walton, neat Liverpool, AMY, daughter of Mr JOHN W. LUMLEY, timber mere chant. Dec. 25th, aged 83, MAKTJIA, wife of -Ilr RoGi..i, < :ooi>wi.Y," Trehelig. Weinhyaol. Dec. 25th, aged 4-1, MARY ANN, wife of Mr ENOCH JONE?» brewer, Penllyn, near Llangollen. Dec. 26th, aged 73, Mr JOHN BROWN, Cefnvcoed, l.iandvssil. Dec. 27th, aged 88, at Stansty Villa, Wrexham, .Mr GEORGg JAMES IIILER. Dec. 30th, aged 24, at 31, High-street, Aberystwyth, ANNS RICHARDS, dressmaker. Dec. 30th, aged 30, MARGARET, eldest daughter of the late Mt ROBERT FRANCIS, of Maentwrog, and stepdaughter of the Reit E. Evans, Llingolien. Dec. 30th, Mr E- EVANS, Peniartli-ucha, Penvboutfawr. Dec. 30th, aged. 24, at 31, High-street, Aberystwyth, ANIf RICHARDS, dressmaker. Jim. 1st, aged 75, Mr JOHN GRAVENOR, weaver, Caersws.

Mr Shirley Brooks is said to be engaged upon a new novel. At the annual meeting of the contributors to the Edin- burgh Infirmary, on Monday, 100 voted against rhe ad.. mission of lady students, and 96 for. A scrutiny will tako place. Horniman's Pure Tea is STRONG and DELICIOUS becai it consists only of choice Ilouiig Icae-es. DUNVILLE & Co., Belfast, are the largest holders o. whisky in the world. Their Old Irish Whisky is recom- mended by the medical profession in preference to tha- French brandy. Supplied in casks and cases for ho mo- use or exportation. Quotations on application to MESSRSI DUNVILLE AND Co., ROYAL IRISH DISTILLERIES,. BELFAST. The' lewspaper for North Shropsilim and North Wales. d I PUBLISHED EVERY WEDNESDAY MORNINCT p at the Office, Bailey Head, Oswestry, and issued simultaneously by upwards of a hundred agents- in the Border Counties. The Oswestry Advertizer j AND # I Montgomeryshire Mercury. [ I C) i A Newspaper which circulates extensively amongst tl; landowners, farmers, clergy, solicitors, tradesman, f inhabitants generally of a district stretching fsom t Eastern Borders of Salop to the West Coast ef Waleg. and including MONTGOMERYSHIRE, NORTH SHC;OPSHIRBV MERIONETHSHIRE, SOUTH DENBIGHSHIRE, and! parts of CARDIGANSHIRE and FLINTSHIRE, with tin following towns:—WELSIIPOOIJ, Llanfair, Montgomery. XEWTOWN, Llanidloes, Machyndeth, Llanfyllin, OSWE,.t,Y, Shrews- bury, ELLESMERE, Wem, WHITCHURCH. R-uabon, Cefn, Llangollen, Wrexham,Corwen,Bala, Dolgelky, Barmouth^ Towyn, Aberdovey, and Aberystwyth. The Paper contains a full and faithful it-cord of evon in the district wltere it circulat.. a sumaaary of the n of North Wales, and the general intelligence of the v, agricultural information, markets, &1, ami spce-ih devotes itseli. to the ipcerfcsts of Shropshire a t Principality. All communva^10TiS should ( acidrrssei t" tuf- Office at Oswestry. where Advert. ;i,.r„ up to Tuesday night, for piibli- on v,; J -fA morning. Askew Roberts, Woodall, & VenubleA., I.'opriehea' — X3 00PING COUGH.—ROCHE'S IIERBL) JLJL EMBROCATION. TThe celebrated Effectual Cure without internal Medicine. Sole Wholesale A .gent. Edwards, 38, Old Changs* (formerly of 07, St. Paul's), London. Sold retail by most Chemists. Priee 4s. pe bottle. FORD'S PECTORAL BALSAMOF HOREHOUND, For the relief and cure of Coughs, Influenza, Asthmas^ t all diseases of the Chest and Lungs. THIS celebrated medicine is sold wholesale by i Patentee's Agent, 38, Old Change (late of 67, i- Paul's Church Yard), and retail by all Chemists, in bo ties at Is. 9d., 2s. 9d., 4s. 6d., and 10s. 6d. 1 THE ONLY GENUINE WIDOW WELCHS' PILLS are those prepared by the Grand-daughter Widow Welch, Mrs Sarah Smithers, who declares seli to be the only possessor of the Original Kecipe. They are wrapped in blue paper, and the label OP box has the signature of Sarah Smithers. The Government Stamp bears the name of E,1 formerly of 67, St. Paul's, now of 38, Old Chang' by most Chemists at 2s. 9<1- Per box. Printed at the Caxtoji Steam-Printing Works Oswestry, county of Salop, and published at the dwellin.b"nse uf L JONES, High-street, Bala, in the county of Merioneth, ar PHILIP WILLIAMS, 12, Bridge-street, Aberytwyt.h, y Jc ASKEW TWJBEKTS, Croeswylan, Oswestry, F.DWABO OODATX Crmpje Bank, Oiwestry, and RICHASD HENHV Wftittington, in the county of Salop. Saturday, January 7th, 1871, j