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REMOVAL OF DR PIERCE'S PORTRAIT.
REMOVAL OF DR PIERCE'S PORTRAIT. TO THE BDITOR OF THE "NORTH WALES EXPRESS." SIR,-At the last quarter sessions held at Den- bigh a very unseemly discussion took place in re- ference to the removal of this work of art. Mr R. "CK Johnson, who by some- accident found his way years ago to the bench of the great unpaid," has been endeavouring to gala a little eheap notoriety by trying to dispose of what, to his diseased Vision, appears to be an eyesore. Having under- taken to bring forward a motion for the removal of Dr Pierce's portrait from the Town Hall at Denbigh, he took pains to explain that he had no "luarrel with the owners of thp picture, His protestations remind one of the character in Shakespeare, who was very loud in her demonstra- tions of innocei-,ce, when an incredulous listener remarked, "Me thinks the lady protests too much." Or the fable of the ostrich, who buries her head in the sand and thinks, weak creature, that her hugq body cannot be se m by her pursuers. In speaking of the owner of the picture and his innocence of heart Mr Johnson betrayed his ignor- ance as well as his disingenuousness. Had he con- descended to inquire into the facts of the case, he Would have found that the Corporation of Denbigh, and not Dr Pierce, were the owners of the picture. Has this gentleman forgotten that it Was owing to the repeated annoyance he was •ubjectedtoat his hands, and the hands of his Worthy colleague, the Warder of Ruthin, that Dr Pierce, much to the regret of the guardians and the public, resigned his appointment as vaccina- tion officer for the Llanrhaiadr district of the Ruthin Union, an appointment which he had held for twenty-five years without having a single Complaint preferred against him. Now it is curious to note that the question of placing this picture came before the same bench of magistrates six months ago at Wrexham. The Purveyor, Mr Lloyd Williams, who has throughout acted in the most regular and straightforward manner, explained fully at that time the circum- stances of the case. He stated how the presenta- tion had been made in the Town Hall, and the handsome manner in which the recipient of the testimonial had presented it to the Corporation of Denbigh for ever, and he gave the reason for leaving the picture temporarily in the large hall, pending the decision of the magi; trates. Upon hearing th*t statement Sir Watkin Williams Wynn proposed, and the deputy chairman, Mr Douglas Wynn Griffith, seconded, a resolution which was carried by a majority of fourteen to seven, that the picture Should remain in the Denbigh Town Hall. One Would have thought that the matter might have tested there, but some of the seven who composed 'the minority were not satisfied. Led by their re- doubtable champion, they began to make a special 8tudyof obsolete precedent and antiquated stand- ing orders, and their diligence was at last rewarded by the discovery of a standing order at Ruthin, Established, it is said, about 70 years ago in rela- tion to a portrait of the late Sir W. W. Wynn, Which was removed by that order from the Town Hall to the grand jury room. In regard to this matter the question arises as to whether a resolu- tion passed in reference to a single portrait at one particular place has a general and perpetual appli- cation. It is possible that special reasons may have existed for the removal of the portrait of Sir Watkin Which do not exist in the present instance. Again, what may be right and proper for Ruthin as an assize town may not be at all applicable to a town like Denbigh, where no higher court than that of quarter sessions is held. Then one might naturally ask what is a standing Order ? Can it be supposed for a moment that by Some mysterious process it becomes like a law of the Medes and Persians which altered not." Is it anything more than a resolution of the bench Of magistrates ? If eo, does not the resolution come to at Wrexham, six months ago, constitute as Valid a standing order" as the resolution passed at Ruthin 70 years ago ? And is not a standing order of their own creation quite as binding upon the magistrates of the present day as one (stab. lished by their forefathers ? Why should they be 10 ready to undo their own work, and bow so implicitly to a shadowy precedent of a former generation P As to the cesfchetical aspect of the Case, I do not see any more impropriety in the display of portraits at Denbigh than there is in the Guild Hall of the city ef London, or the assizes court in Chester Castle. The portrait of Dr Pierce was originally intend- as a companion picture to that of Mr Hughes Ot Ystrad both of them having been eminent public Officials in the county for many years, and bosom friends of each other up to the time of Mr Hughes's death. Evea when the presentation took place, this intention wa3 entertained, as is evident from the Doctor's reference to his departed friend. I am very pleased," said he, to learn that my portrait is to be placed on the same wall as that of my excellent and sincere friend the late Mr Hughes, of Ystrad, chairman of the quarter Sessions, though I know I am not worthy of the honour, for he did far more good than I have ever done." When Major Mercier, of London, was Commissioned to paint Dr Pierce, through some oversight he was not made aware that the picture was intended for the council chamber. He therefore determined the size according to what he deemed most suitable for a full length portrait the consequence being that when the picture was finished it was found to be too large br that room. Now that the mistake has been made quite un- intentionally, instead of cutting down Dr Pierce's portrait, and thereby perhaps spoiling it, so as to adont it for the council chamber, why not place the two pictures side by side in the Town Hall as has already been suggested? The portrait of the Chairman of the quarter sessions (Mr Hughes, of Tetrad) would look much better in the large hall than in such a small apartment as the council chamber. These are progressive times, and, as has been proposed, the standing orders of. the court might with advantage be revised to suit the times- This appears to be the only solution of the dim • culty. In course of time these two pictures will become historical; they will represent to future generations two men who had done distinguished service in their day who, while they Jived, were fast friends, and in death were not divided." It ii needless to refer to personal inconsistences, or one might instance the forgetfulness of Sir W. Wynn, who, with his customary liberality, was a subscriber to the portrait, and six months ago moved and voted for its retention in the place where it was. The decision come to at the last meeting was not like the first arrived at by vot- ing. Had a vote been taken, in all probability the majority would have been in favour of con- Arming the resolution passed at Wrexham. The iresult of the loose and reckless talk at Denbigh has been to show thnt wisdom does not always reign supreme even in a court of justice. The at- tempt to extract an apology from the county sur- veyor, Mr Lloyd Williams, was extremely absurd. He has acted with scrupulous care from beginning to end, and was fortified by the decision of the magistrates at Wrexham. It was unreasonable to expect him to say that he was sorry for what he did after it had been clearly proved that he had Hot in any respect exceeded his duty. Bow was it that Mr Johnson did not enter his protest at Wrexham? Was it because Sir Watkin W. Wynn had moved the resolution there P The magistrates as a rule are in favour of Dr Pierce, for they know what he has done for the county. They are aware he has saved the county Icores of pounds by his discretion in not holding any unnecessary inquests, and we can say that by his t mely aud appropriate remarks he has called the attention of the country to matters which have since been reformed. I need not refer to the Abergele accident, when 1.3 a coroner he sj distinguished himself as to gain the .admiration of the who'e kingdom nor to the inquiry into the discovery of human b .nea at Bettws Abergele, which the corcner proved to have been used in the study of a skilful anatomist. One notable instance may be named, one of his very last acts, his remarks on tbe wreck of the Hecla which will uo doubt have the effect of placing the life boat service of this country under Government inspection by which the most efficient service will be rendered to humanity in times of the greatest need. Atter all this desultory talk, this miserable zeal tor precedent was quite unnecessary. Shortly before the meeting was held the secretary of the testimonial committee had written to say that the picture should be removed if the authorities wished it in the coarse of a week. Some members of the corporation were opposed to its being at the Town Hall, lest the county magistrates should claim it as their property. These facts must have been known to the mover of the resolution at the time. The testimonial com- mittee had no desire to act contrary to the wishes of anyone in authority. Dr Pierce himself cares very little in what room the picture may appear, provi ied the public are satisfied with the disposal of what has become public property. The time will come when the small detractors of Dr Pierce will have passed away from the scene, and their n^mes buried in oblivion. But the name and noble qualities of the venerable Doctor will shine forth undimmed, and no place of honour will be considered too sacred for his portrait or any other relic endeared by his memory. I trust that the magistrates will again consider their hasty decision, and have the two companion pictures placed together in the Denbigh Town Hall.—I am, sir, your obedient servant, SUUM CUIQUE TRIBUTO
MONDAY, APRIL 17TH.
MONDAY, APRIL 17TH. HOUSE OF COMMONS.—The House of Commons re-assembled on Monday after the Easter recess. The Birkenhead Borough Bill was read a third time. Mr C. E. Lew's asked the Attorney-General whether Mr Parnell could be legally arrested again without a new warrant, and whether if a new warrant was issued it could comprehend the old offence. The Attorney-General asked that the question should be repeated on Tuesday, when he or the Irish law officers would probably be in a position to answer it. The Army (Annual) Bill passed thiough committee. On the motion for going into committee of supply, Mr Gorst moved an address praying her Majesty to release Cetewayo from captivity. Mr Gladstone opposed the motion, on the ground that it was premature, and would be mischievous in its effects. He said the Govern- ment had instructed Sir Henry Bulwer to institute an inquiry as early as possible into the whole question of the condition and government of Zululand, and the question raised by this motion would not be ripe for decision till the Ministry and the house had the results of this inquiry before them. Being satisfied with the statement of the Premier, Mr Gorst withdraw his motion. Subse- quently, Mr Dixon-Hartland also withdrew a motion which he had submitted for a select com- mittee on the best meaps to insure proper exits from theatres and music halls in the event of fire. The house then went into committee of supply on the Army Estimates.
TUESDAY.
TUESDAY. HlmsE OF COMMONS —Mr Shiel took the oath and his seat for Meath. Sir Eardley Wilmot, referring to the murder of Mrs Smythe and similar outrages, asked if the Government had had under consideration during the recess any measure for vindicating ihe law in Ireland. Mr Gladstone replied that it was impossible to make a statement then as to any future legislation, but the Govern- ment would endeavour to do the best in its power within the limits ef the existing law to restore order in Ireland. Replying to a further question, Mr Gladstone said the Government would do nothing directly or indirectly to commit itself to any expense in connection with the Channel Tunnel without the sanction of Parliament. The Attorney-General stated, in reply to Mr Lewis, that he could not name a day for taking the second reading of the Corrupt Practices Bill. Mr Lewis gave notice that he would ask the Premier on Wednesday if he does not think it is his duty to dis- pose of the questions raised by this bill at the earliest day after the Budget if disposed of. Sir H. D. Wolff submitted a motion with regard t? the alleged mission of Mr Errington to the Vatican, but, after a very explicit statement by the Premier on the subject, be withdraw it. Sir J. M'Kenna then called attention 'to the unequal incidence of imperial testation in Ireland, but whilst he was speaking the house was counted out.
WEDNESDAY.
WEDNESDAY. HOUSE OF COMMONS.—A new writ for West Somerset was ordered. On the motion of Mr Leahy, the bill to introduce the ballot in the elec- tion of poor law guardians in Ireland, and to fix three years as their term of office, was read a second time. The bill introduced by Mr Ashton Dilke for the payment out of the rates of the ab- solutely necessary expenses at parliamentary elec- tions was also read a second time, the voting for the second reading being 87 to 85 against. The Army (Annual) Bill was considered as amended, and ordered for third reading.
ICONWAY.
CONWAY. PETTY SEasioNs—On Monday, at the Conway Special Sessions, Mr Kne, shaw in the chair, Hugh Jones, of Pant yr Afon, l'loewen was charged with assembling with forty others and causing riot, and also with assaulting a young married woman on the 13th February. Remanded to Llandudno Petty Sessions on Monday next.—William Jones and John Davies, both hawkers from Wrexham, for uttering base coin on the 10th and 12th inst., and John Fulburn, of Sligo, for tendering a Han- overian sovereign at the George and Dragon Ian on the 14th inst, were remanded to the same sessions pending instructions from the Mint au- thorities to prosecute.
HOLYWELL.I
HOLYWELL. LOCAL BOARD. The annual meeting of the board was held on Tuesday. Mr J. Gamer, the return- ing-officer, read his certificate of the result of the election, showing that the following members had been elected.-Messrs James Hughes, Robert Lloyd, H. A. Cope, J. T. Eachus, and Evan Bryan, and Mr Hughea, Mr Lloyd, Mr Eachus. and Mr Bryan made the, necessary declaration as new members. A vote of thanks was unanimously accorded Mr Joseph Garner for his service as chairman for the past year. Mr H A. Cope, Saethaelwyd, was unanimously elected chairman for the ensuing year. The members of the various committ es were re-elected, the names of the new members being added instead of the old members. The clerk read the list of attendances during the year. Tenders were received for watering the street and carting the street scrap- ings—The markat committee reported that they h.f inspected the > «>• 'iew of converting in into an assembly-room, and the tenants had x pressed themselves agreeable to be removed to tLe lower market. The question of the proposed aU< nations in the market was postponed.
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| DENBIGH.
| DENBIGH. j THE VOLUNTEER BAZAAR. A grand fancy bazaar, in aid of the funds for tho erection ot a new volunteer drill sheo and armory, was opened at the Town Hall lass Thursday. The room had been nicely decorated for the occasion, and the articles on the different stalls were elegant and costly. The ladies who held suits were the following:—Mrs Townshtud M,<uwaring (refreshment), Mrs Mostyn and Miss Turnour, Mrs Burton and Mrs Pairy Jones, Mrs Harrison Jones (mayoress) and Mrs T. J. Williams, Mrs Uold Edwards and Mrs Lloyd Williams. Tne bazaar was opened with Pon admirable speech, suitable to the occasion, from Major 0. S. Mainwaring. He said that the volunteers were not now in that state of poverty that they were when first formed. They were then supported by subscriptions from the residents of the district, but now they were able to support themselves by the Government grants, which were secured by efficiency in drill, shooting, and general bearing (hear, hear). Iu order to further increase the attendance at drills, Captain Lloyd Williams was most anxious to secure a good drill shed, and he ventured to hope that the money raised during the bazaar would be aL sufficient to erect such a shed. He heartily thanked the fair ladies before him for their kindness, and in prospective thauked the purchasers, who, he was sure, would attend with sufficient cash to buy up the articles displayed. The bazaar was then declared open, ana tile stall-holders turned their attention to work. During the day a great many of the gentry of the neigiJ (Iourhood attended, and a good business seemed to be done. The band of the company played at into. vals. But the principal attraction was the living wax-works," got up by the mem- bers of the volunteer corp in the council chamber. The duties of showmen were ably discharged by Sergeant Edwards and Private G. Llwyfo Lewis. The noted persons represented in this amateur show were Admiral Dundas, Katie Mackenzie, the late Prince Imperial, Captain Moonlight, Sultan of Turkey, the Welsh Fasting Girl, the policeman shot by the murderer Peace, A Fireman, Handy Andy, Betty Eckies, and Tim O'Flartey, the noted Land Leaguer. A living model of Jumbo was also exhibited, while the appearance of the Irish Giant, 10 feet 6 inches in height, and 15 years of age, caused much fun. This "show, during the two days that the bazaar was open, took from £ 5 to £ 6- JUL* On Tuesday the bazaar >vas re-opened, but not so much business was done as on the previous day. At night the hall was crammed, and many were the investors in the numerous raffles got up. We are glad to understand that the whole amount taken during the two days wasE275 odd.
PENMAENMAWR.
PENMAENMAWR. PROPERTY SALE.—Last week MrJohn Pritchard,' of Bangor, exposed for public competition, at the Penmaenmawr Hotel, several very eligible freehold residences and a number of choice building sites in this popular sea side resort. For lots 1 and 2, consisting of a pair of semi- detached villas, known as Preawylfa and Cefn- gwyn, there were no offers. Lot 3, a detached villa known as Gwynfryn, was withdrawn at £ 760; and so also was the 14th lot, a detached residence known as Groesffordd, with jEl,600 bid. Lots 5 to 16 comprised 12 freehold building plots; 2s 3d per yard WoiS bid and refused for lot 5, and the succeeding lots were withdrawn.
MOLD.
MOLD. COUNTY CouRT.-At the sitting of this court, on Friday, before Mr Horatio Lloyd, judge, the case of Matthew v. Cadwaladr Griffiths, adjourned from the Flint County Court, came on for hearing. It was a claim on the part of Andrew Matthew, of Mold, against Cadwaladr Griffiths, of Stanley-street, Mold, for JE29 15s 8id, balance of the value of stock which the defendant received as manager of plaintiff's public-house, and for which, it was alleged, he did not make full returns. It was contended for the defence that Griffiths was merely appointed manager until the license of the house was transferred, that when his engagement was made it was well understood that he had no previous knowledge of public-house management, that he was not expected to take account of the stock he received, but only to hand in the "takings" to the plaintiff, which he had done. His honour held that the plaintiff bad not made out his case clearly, and gave a verdict for the defendant. —Robert Davies, Nerquis, farmer, sued Joseph Norris, Nantglyn, for £35 18s, the value of bricks sold. Verdict for the plaintiff. VISIT OF MR RAISES.—The third entertainment in connection with the annual conversazaine and art exhibition, was held in the Market Hall, Mold, last week, and was presided over by the Right Hon. H. Cecil Raikea, M.P. There was a large and fashionable attendance, the event being held in aid of the reading-roon and institute. The right honourable chairman, who was warmly re- ceived, in opening the proceedings thanked his audience for their cordiality, and for the kindness he invariably received at Mold, especially on the occasion of his visit in February last. After a rather laboriouz, holiday it was somewhat gratify- ing for him to come and enjoy a breath of the fresh pure air of the Vale of Mold, among his friends and fellow-townsmen. He was pleased to find that this annual event had added to its pro- gramme something in the shape of an art exhibi- tion, and he would be happy to contribute a few pictures for exhibition in future years. Alluding to a portrait of Dean Clough, he spoke of him as a man who had wrought much good in his genera- tion, and whose name would ever be lovingly re- membered as one whose life was conspicuous for all that adorned an English divine and an English gentleman (applause). A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the right honourable gentleman on the motion of Mr P. B'. D. Cooke, seconded by Mr J. Ovrbett.-On the evening preceeding, Mr Ro- berts, M.P., presided, and in his address referred to the Welsh higher education question, regarding which he expressed a hope that even in the present crowded sessi n a measure might be carried satis- factory to Welshmen.
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RUTHIN.
RUTHIN. THE MUSICAL UNION.—A grand concert was held by the above society in the Assembly-room on Friday evening, 14th inat., when a performance was given of Mendelssohn's "Hymn of Praise." and a musical selection. The conductor was Mr Felix C. Watkine, and Miss M. Cockburo.R.A M., and Mr Levison My""tt, Chester Cdthedr.il, were vocalists, Miss Bancroft being pianist, and the Rev W. Morton, M.A., presiding at the harmoni- um. Without exaggeration, it was one of tha best concerts ever held in the tjwu, and it was a matter of great regret that the room was not crowded with an appreciative audience, though we gladly own that the attendance was better toiau we had expected, for the people of Ruthin were never very forward in their appreciation of such music as was given at the concert on Friday night The choir did its work in an admirable manner. We don't pretend to be an adept at musical criti- cism, bat we have been told by those who are well versed in the art that the performance of the choir was almost faultless. We are sure that Mr Wat-kins deserves the congratulations of all who are interested in the society upon the success which has attanded his labours in training the choir. Major W. C. West, the president of the society, was perfectly j ustifled in using the words he did at the close of the meeting, for it was nothing more than a well merited ewogium. Miss Cockburn s ta-ent as a singer is well known, and she needs no words of praise from us,. but we may just mention that she acquit ed herself in her usually creditable manner. If we mistake not, this was the first time for Mr Myatt to appear in public, and if that is so, the way in which he went through his work was something marvellous. He sang the air Sorrows of death with great effect, and was highly appreciated b. the audience. So tme and faithful was Mr Myatt to nature that his singing had much effect upon those who could not, by reason of the want of early musical training, fully enter to the spirit of classical music, nor listen to it critically. The following was the programme gone through:- Overture. Chorus, All men, all things," by the choir. Air and chorus, Praise thou the Lord," by Miss Cockburn. Recit and air, Sing ye praises," by Mr Myatt. Chorus, "All ye th"t cried unto the Lord," by the choir. Duett and chorus, "I waited for the Lord," Miss Cockburn and Miss Bulkeley Jones. Air, Sorrows of death," Mr Myatt. Night is departing," by the cnoir. Chorale, "Let all men praise the Lord." Duett, "My song shall always be thy mercy," Miss Cockburn and Mr Myatt. Chorus, "Ye nations offer," by the choir. The following made up the second part:—Chorus, Market Chorus- Masaccello." Song, by Miss Cockburn, When the heart is young." Song, by the Rev J. Jenkins, Wrexham. Trio, "The flocks shall leave the mountains," by Miss Cockburn, Messrs Myatt and Watkins. Love's request. Song, by Mr Myatt. Duett, Maying," Miss Cockburn and Mr Wyatt. Song by the Rev J. Jenkins. Trio, "The Haw. thorn in the Glade (May Queen), Miss Cockburn, Messrs Wyatt and Watkins. Song, Robin Adair," by Miss Cockburn. Part song, "Old Daddy Long-legs," and "God save the Queen.'
BOARD OF GUARDIANS, APRIL…
BOARD OF GUARDIANS, APRIL 17TH. Present: Rev the Warden, W. Rees W lliams, John Davies, Messrs Thomas Smith, Thomas Lloyd Roberts, Mareus Louis, Thomas Jones (Rhyd y. cilgwyn), John Jenkins, J. R. Jenkins, H. P. Jones, Hugh Jones, William Jones (Llanelidan), Charles G. Jones, D. Ellis (Llanrhaiadr), D. Grif- fiths, and T. H. Roberts (clerk). This was the first meeting jf the board after the annual election of guardians, and had therefore, as part of its business, the election of a chairman. The members of the present board are those who formed it last year, with the exception of Mr M. Louis, solicitor, who is guardian for the parish of Ruthin, with Mr Charles G. Jones, in room of Mr Roberts, saddler, who has left the town. The clerk having read the minutes of the last meeting, the board proceeded to the election of chairman, vice-chairman, and the different committees. Mr Louis proposed, and Mr Jones, Rhyd-y-cilgwyn, seconded, that the Rev the Warden, who has been chairman for the last eight years, be re-elected chairman for the ensuing year. Mr Louis, in making the motion, said that they were all well aware of the energy and devotion with which the reverend gentleman had fulfilled his duties as chairman during his long term of office, and he had great pleasure in moving that he be re-elected for the coming year. There being'no amendment to tl e motion, it was carried unanimously amid cheers. The Warden,on taking the chair, was r :ain received with cheers, and said that before he would proceed to. address them, he would put the next question, viz., the election of vice-chairmen. Mr Louis again pro- posed, and Mr Jones seconded, that those who acted as vice-chairmen last year, viz., Messrs Thomas LI. Roberts and H. P. Jones, be re- elected No one proposed an amendment, and therefore it was carried without a dissentient voice. THB CHAIRMAN'S ADDRESS. The Chairman then proceeded to address the board on the principal events which occurred in its history since his connection with it as chairman. After thanking them warmly for electing him for the eighth time to occupy the chair, he noticed amongst other things that it must be a matter of great satisfaction to him to witness the decrease which had taken place in the number of out-door paupers during the last ten or twelve years. The number of ouNdoot paupers which had been re- lieved during the half year ending Lady Day, 1882, was 460; the number relieved during the corres- ponding half-year of 1874 was 830, and during the corresponding half-year of 1870 the number was as large as 1178. The total number of paupers, i.e., in and out-door paupers, relieved in the half- year ending Lady Day, 1882, was 562. In the corresponding half-year of 1874, it was 906; and in 1870, 1305, i~) that as far as the number of paupers relieved is concerned it must be viewed with satisfaction. The amount of contri- butions was J66000 a year. The rates also, taken in the aggregate or singly, were reduced year by year. With'regard to the question of vagrancy, he had great pleasure in stating that, alarming- ly large as the number of vagrants was, there was a slight reduction last year. In 1881, the number of vagrants relieved was 886, but in 1882, at the end of the half-year, the number was 841, showing a reduction of 45. This was a subject, as they all knew which had occupied a great deal of their time and attention. The Local Government Board had declined to accept the scheme of erecting new cells for the vagrants, but under certain con- ditions, and rather than comply with those con- ditions they thought it better for the time being to abandon the scheme. He need hardly say that was an important question, and a question which had caused a deal of perplexity, not to tha only, but more or less to all other boards. When he and Mr Cunliffe were delegated to attend the London conference last year, the vagrancy q tion was a very prominent one. He felt con in his own mind, and it was a general fee 8 the conference, that the Government must take up the question in their own hands before it can
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be effectually dealt with. A very rt;WOIAOUU¡ J. turn had been prepared by the clerk, to which he wished to call their attention. That re- turn showed that in 1882 the number of out- door paupers relieved was 401. In 1881 it was 501, and yet the amount contributed was the same- in both years. He did not know how to account for the fact, but in his opinion it was a very remarkable one. In the course of his address, the chairman read the report of the inspector of nuisance, which stated that during the year now ending, 50 cases had been brought before the consideration of the board. Among those cases were the following:—Houses in want of privy accommodation, 22; water pollution, 6; defective drainage, 10; general nuisances, 8; houses unfit by reason of dampness, 19. The election of different committees followed the address of the chairman. MISREPRESENTATION. Dr Jenkins called attention to a fact which had lately come under his notice. An old mhn named Daniel Thomas lately died in the wOJk- houee, and the son of the deceased applied to him for a certificate of death, and represented li;s father as being 63 years of age at the time of death. Afterwards he learned from other sources that he was 81 years of age. He was the more anxious to bring the matter under their notice as it was not the first nor the second time that this had happened. The oil man was in a burial club, and the probability was that the wrong age was given in order that it might correspond with that given to the office He thought the bo.i'ii might interfere in a way that would put a stop to such proceeding, After some discussion it whs decided that the clerk should write to the Registrar General to obtain instructions in the matter. THE MASTER'S BOOKS. The master reported that there were 75 in the house against 83 in the corresponding week of last year. The number of vagrants during the fort- night wpa 82. SOaOOL BOARD.—The monthly meeting of this board was held on Monday, 17th inst., when there were present: Messrs D. E. Davies (in the chair), H. P. Jones, Charles Goodman Joues, Samuel Owen, Edward Evans, and Ezra Roberts (clerk). Absenting Teaeher.-The clerk said that the head teacher of the Infant School had not returned after the Easter holidays, nor bad she written either to him or to the master to inform them of the time she intended to return. He further said that the rule was that no teacher could absent himself from school during school duties without first consulting the chairman of the board, or the clerk He wis instructed to write to the teacher in question, and acquaint her of the view the board had taken on her conduct and to inform her further that if she absented herself in a like manner a^ain she would be liable to a dismissal. Attendance Schedule.— The clerk said that a schedule had been returned showing the per- centage of those who had passed the last emamina- tion. It showed that of those who had been examined. 93 per cent. had passed. The percent- age of the attendance was not so satisfactory. The maximum number of days in the carricu.um year was 450, and the minimum number under which no one could be admitted to an examination was 250, and yet there was a large number that had disqualified themselves for examination by reason of their not having attended 250 times out of 430. The attendance last year had not been so satisfactory as the previous one, for the number of children on the school books was considerably larger last year than the previous year, and yet the increase in the attendance was only three. He admitted there was one reason for the fact, and that was the great amount of sickness which had prevailed in the town last year; but he hardly thought that that alone fully accounted for the large number of absentees which they had. He thought it would be well to ask the master to supply the reason for the word non-attendance against the name of each absentee. SCHOOL TREAT AT LLANELIDAN.-The annual treat in connection with the Church Sunday School was given at the school-room on Saturday last. The scholars, together with their parents, numbering about 60, were entertained to a sub- stantial repast in the shape of tea and bara brith." Due justice having been done to the good things provided, the room was clearedfto carry out the necessary arrangements for the meeting which ensued. Amongst those who assisted at the tables we may mention Miss Roberts, Rectory; Mrs Foweraker, Nantclwyd Hall; Mrs Evans, Ley- land Arms; and Mrs Jones, National School. The weather was very uiifavc-irable for out-door pleasure, otherwise the children would have in- dulged in certahi games. At about 4.30, the children were i-g uu assembled, and the super- intendent, Mr c. F. Roberts, having read the statistics for the year, prizes were distributed for regularity,perseverance,and progress. Mr Morgan Rees, rector of Llangwyfan, iu the absence of the rector, kindly distributed the prizes, and strongly impressed upon all present the necessity of work- ing with more energy in connection with the Sunday School. The Rev M. Moses J also spoke in the same strain. Great credit is due to Miss Roberts, Rectory, for the preparation and ar- rangements in connection with this treat, which she carried out in the absence of the Rev D. and Mrs Roberts. It is a souree of gratifi- cation for the parishioners to understand that the health of the rector has improved, and that he has been benefitted by the change. We hspe that he will soon regain his usual strength, and that ere long he will be able to resume his duties.
,BANGOR.
BANGOR. IMPORTANT SALB.-Mesers Dew and Son on Monday entered upon the second week's sale of the effects of the Penrhyn Arms Hotel, Bangor, one of the largest establishments in the Principally, and upon the proprietorship of which Mr Richard Humphreys for many years connected with the Goat Hotel, at Beddgelert, has entered. Yester- day's attendance was very large, owing to the fact that it included the splendid furniture of the suite of rooms occupied by the Queen on her last visit to this part of Wales. For this there was a spirited bidding, commissions having been sent from- many English towns, and, amid some excitement, the furniture of the royal suite was knocked down in the entirety to its new proprietor, who a'so secured the china dessert service specially manufactured for the use of royalty. It was at the Penrhyn Arms Hotel, which in the old posting days was, as it continues to be, a favourite rendezvous of Irish peers and politicians, that William Smith O Bnen and bv a singular coincidence Mr Parnell, when mee&^r %on, M.P., and Mr Egan, the treasurer of the Land League, shortly before his arrest occupied the same bedroom. These .facts were duly dwelt upon by the auctioneers when the room was dismantled on Monday, and after a strong competition between an Irish and an Ell- glish broker, the representative of the distress- ful country became the fortunate purchaser of the bedstead, his principal, it was reported, being a well-known parliamentary representative of the Home Rule party. FATAL FALL -Au inquest was held at the Victoria Inn, Upper Bangor, last week, beiore Mr J. H. Roberts, the coroner of Oarnarvonshite J. H. Roberts, the coroner of Oarnarvonshite touching the death of Jane Roberts, aged sixty' single, who kept the Victoria Inn. It appears that on tbe previous night about half-past ten a labourer, named Charles Williams, came into the house and got rather the worse for liquor. The deceased, who was also in drink, advised him to go to bed, as she did not think it advisable for him to go home. She obtained a light, and showed him up to a bedroom, and immediately after she with- drew he heard a loud scream from the servant, and shortly afterwards discovered that Miss Roberts had fallen downstairs. Williams then proceeded below, where he saw the deceased lying insensible, surrounded by a pool of bl.)od. Drs Williams and Hughes were called in, but the woman died in twenty minutes after the accident. The coroner said it was not necessary to call any medical evidence, inasmuch as in a case of that j description death generally arose from concussion of the brain, and in some cases even shock to the system was sufficient to cause death. He attention to the large number of deaths ar g through falls, and said Bangor had. more of these cases than any other place in the c0° looked upon the present arnnnJ, lamentable one.—After a deal of disc 8 the jary a verdict was returned that the deceased died in consequence of a fall down 1 whilst in a state of intoxication.. THE RBCBNT BVJUAL )3CANDALS.-A meeting of clergy from Anglesey and Carnarvonshire was held last week at the chapter-room of Bangor Cathedral, to consider the burial scandals" recently circulated in the diocese, and more especially that with reference to the allegation that the rector of Aberffraw had refused the 1 nterment in a family grave in his churchYIi"< ) the body of a sailor found upon the sea b' Archdeacon EvanB presided; the attend* including the Dean, Archdeacon Evans, Canoi Evan Lewis, Robert Wil'iains, Reys. W. C idtfards, J. Gillart, Menai Bridge; P. Constable Ens, Llanfairfechan; A. Ellis, Llangwyllog; D. Evans, J Morgan. Bangor; L). W. Thomae, St. Ann's; J. W. Griffith, Pentraeth; P. Jenee, Llauddona; J Morgan, Glanogwen; H. Davies Owen, Pen.mynydd; H. S. Priestley, Tal-y- llyn; J. Richards, Aberffraw; D. Thomas, Llangadwaladr;. T. Warren Trevor, Penmon; E. Williams,Llangefni; R. H.Williams, Llansadwrn, &c. The rector of Aberffraw produced several affidavits in disproof of the allegations made against him, and it was stated that the subject had been brought under the notice of the Home Secretary. After soy.e discussion, the following resolution was proposed by the Dean, seconded by the Rev P. Constable Ellis, and unanimously adopted:That this meeting of clergy in the diocese of Bangor expresses its confidence that the Burial Act of 1880, being now the law of the land, will always be, in all respects, as far as the clergy are concerned, carried out with the utmost Christian courtesy, patience, and loving- kinduess; and that the selection of ground for parishioners and the giving or refusing of burial space to u1 u-parishioners will be decided on grounds 01 public right; and whilst awaiting the decision of the law courts as to some recent scandalous reports, the truth of which has been, denied, this meeting deeply deplores that it should ever have been unscrupulously repoite^ that any ciergyman had treated any mourners with harshness, or shown any want of reverential respect for the resting place of the dead.' The Rev J. Richards, at the request of the meeting, gave an undertaking to proceed against the persons with whom the report, in his case, originated.
VALLEY.
VALLEY. BOARD OF GcARDiANs.—The first meeting of the new members of the guardians of Holyhead Union was held on Tuesday, the following being present: —Messrs R. Williams, Treban; David Williams, Trefriw; Thomas Owen, Pen-y-mynydd; Owen Parry, Bwlch-y-fen; O. H. Foulkes, Bodrwyn; John Lloyd Griffith, Frondeg; Owen Bughe. Belle V lIe: Thomas Parry, Gareg Fawr William Riva, Holyhead; William Williams, Park; Owen Williams, Bodrwnsiwn; William Jones, Ty'nllan; Richard Lloyd, Treflesg; William Roberts, Tt Hen; William Prytherch, Bodfeddau; Edward Owen, Pentragwiddil; Richard Morris, Bryniau; ftev John Richards, Aberffraw (ex-officio), and James Edward Hughes, clerk. The following amounts were distributed in out-relief during the preceeding foitnightBy Henry William, Holy- head, to 759 paupers, JE141 10s; by Moses Wil- liams, Aberffraw, to 329 paupers, JE64 4a; by Robert Parry, Bodedem, to 303 paupers, j658 7s. To non. settled poor, Z6 7s 6i. Treasurer's balance, J6490 17s 6d. Mr R. Williams was re-appointed chairman, and Messrs O. Parry and W. Riva, vice-chairman. The appointments for the various committees, are as follows: Assessment committee.—Ex-officio Hon. W. O. Stanley, Major General Hughes, Robert Roberts, Esq and Rev John Richard. Elected guardians: Messrs Richard Williams, Owen Parry, David Williams, William Roberts, it Hen; William Riva, Thomas Owen, Owe. Hughes, and Richard Lloyd. Workhouse visiting committee: Messrs J. Lloyd Griffith, R. Williams, 0. Parry, W. iiiva, E Owen, W. Roberts, TY Hen; W. Prytherch, T. Owen, R. Lloyd, O. Williams, 0. Williams, and T. Parry. School attendance committee: Ex-officio, Hon. W. O. Stanley, Major General Hughes, Robert Roberts, Esq.; and the Rev John Richards. Elected guardians Messrs R. Williams, O. Parry, W. Riva, O. Griffith, O. H. Foulkes, J. Williams, T. Parry, and W. Prytherch. The clerk read a statement of account pent m by Mr J. iiice Robert. solicitor, showing that the total expenses incurred by the union in the lailwAy assessment appeals were £ 1794 8a 10d, including payments to counsel, solicitors, ana witnessed. Mr Roberts's own charge for all his services being JE225 15" as taxed, whkh amount was unanimously declared to be most reason- able. Number of paupers in the house, 67 cor- :copending period last year, 57. Admitted during the fortnight, 6; discharged, 10; born, 1; died, 1; tramps relieved, 2 children attending school, 31.
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THKMAY PART OF TKEYOVNG LADIES' JOURNAL" is j lIst to hand, and it is rich in fashion illustrations. The Paris Coloured Fashion Plate is certainly one of the most finished and beautiful plates which has ever come under our notice. The Coloured Tapestry Design is quaint, and will delight many workers. The Chromo-lithograph portrait of Jumbo is a very nice picture, besides being a faithiul likeness of the wonderful animal to which 9) much attention was directed previous to his departure for the States. A new story ia begun in the May Part, under the title of "Fair Hejen." This novel is by the celebrated writer, George Manville Fenn. Instalments of two other continuous stories of an exciting nature are to be found in the May Part, which, besides con- taining four Coloured Pictures, has the usual large Fashion Supp'ement. Of cookery there are a vast number of good recipes; pastimes, music, a great deal of miscellaneous reading, and abundance of FaM cy-work, are all to be found in the May Part of "THE YOUNG LADIES' JOURNAL." SACRED SONGS AND SOLOB.-(NOB. I and 2 com- bined, Words and Music.)-How popular the Hymns snd Tunes of the earlier editions of "Songs and Solos" became will be remembered by all. Some of the pieces, such as Hold the Fort," and Safe in the Arms of Jesus," seemed to be known by every body, and could be heard played or whistled in the street quite as frequently as they might be heard sung in places of public worship. During the past hundred years Watts's, Wesley's, and the Olney Hymns have attained to and retained, amongst English-speaking Christians world-wide acceptance; but in these days of earnest evangelistic activity, the Sacred Songs and Solos in the short space of eight years have not cnly become a household book throughout the British dominions, but have been translated into many of the languages of the earth. Throughout Wales these Songs and Solos everywhere found ready entrance and wide acceptance; they were used in hundreds of Sabbath Schools in scores of mission-rooms and in a large number of chapels and churches, as an appendix to the ordinary hvmn books. The book has grown in magnitude in accordance with the requirements of the spirit- ual work in association with which it was first produced. Tho new issue of the volume-as enlarged and extended-appears simultaneously with the comencement of the new evangelistic campaign of Messrs, Moody and Sankey in Great Britain. It contains no less than 441 pieces, of which 170 are found in this connection for the first time. Amongst the recent additions are many which are likely to prove highly accept- able. The greater number of the Hymns have stirring choruses, in which congregations can readily join, and which greatly add to the effectiveness of the pieces. THROAT IRRITATION. -Soreness and dryness, tickling and irritation, iaducing cough and affect- ing the voice. For these symptoms use Epps's Glycerine Jujubes. In contact with the glands at the moment they are excited by the act of suck- ing, the Glycerine in these agreeable confections becomes actively healing. Sold only in boxes, 7id. and ls. lid., labelled JAMBS EPPS & Co., Hom- oeopathic Chemists, London." A letter received: "Gentlemen,—It may, perhaps, interest you to know that after an extended trial I have found your Glycerine Jujubes of considerable benefit (with or without medical treatment) in almost all forms of throat disease. They soften and clear the voice.—Yours faithfully, GORDON HOUCBS, L.R.C.P.E., Senior Physician to the Municipal Throat and Ear Infirmary."