The Chester Courant and Advertiser for North Wales

LOCAL GOVERNMENT JOTTINGS. --+- A new phase in the war against consumption is being entered upon in Birmingham. The Health Department has decided to appoint a special tuberculosis inspector to inquire into cases reported, and advise on measures of safeguard. It is computed that there are 4,000 victims of con- sumption in the city. The London County Council, who have become almost a bye-word for the prodigality with which they deal with the ratepayers' money, have just appointed a Miss E. M. Park as gymnastic in- structress at a day training college at the muni- ficent salary of 10s. 6d an hour. Some of the liberal Progressists could scarcely stomach this, for objection was made to the appointment on the ground that the ratepayers "would have a good deal of gymnastic exercise in finding the money." It was argued on the other side, how- ever, that qualified teachers of gymnastics were in a position to command high salaries, and a. member of the committee, stated that Miss Park had special qualifications. The arrangement is tc j extend only till Christmas, when the post will be permanently filled. From what has transpired at the meetings of the Manchester City Council and the Board of Guardians at their recent meetings there seems to be a general disinclination to tackle the subject of the abnormal want of employment in the city. The final meeting of the Council discussed the matter at considerable length, initiated by the minutes of the Paving Committee, which included a report by the City Surveyor, suggesting various public works which might with advantage be un- dertaken during the coming winter, finding em- ployment for people out of work.It was asserted by several speakers that there was nothing abnor- mal in the situation, that it was no part of the duty of the Council to find work for the people; and ultimately it was concluded that the com- mittee should re-open the Labour Bureau, but no money was granted. Much the same argument prevailed with the Board of Guardians, who even determined not to subscribe towards the funds of several charitable institutions, as proposed. An agreeable surprise was furnished the Boston Guardians at their recent meeting, when Mr. Clarke, a member of the Board, produced a bag containing 100 sovereigns, which he said had been entrusted to him by Miss Caroline Wingate, liv- ing at Boston, to hand to the Board towards the. maintenance of her nephew, Frederick Wingate. who had just died at the County Asylum, after being an inmate for over thirty-five years. Mr. Ciarke added that, before, going to the asylum, Frederick Wingate was a schoolfellow of his, and Miss Wingate presented the money through him because he had looked after her nephew during the sixteen years he had been an asylum visitor. He believed the whole cost of Wingate's main- tenance in the asylum, amounting io nearly £1,000, would be eventually refunded. The Chairman received the bag of gold on behalf of the Board, remarking that the. incident was un- precedented in its history. Tho Guardians passed a resolution of thanks to Miss Wingate for her gift. At the final meeting of the Warrington Town Council for the municipal year the Mayor (Alder- man Bolton) announced that he had received the reports of the two sets of commissioners (already published) appointed to inquire into the trading with the Corporation. He suggested that to dis- cuss them a special meeting should be called. A discussion followed, during which it was variously asserted that the matter might be left to the pub- lic. The Mayor did not see why the dirty linen belonging to any one town should be washed in any other. It was not right or just to besmirch the town all over the country. Alderman Bennett ventured the opinion that the charges had in many instances been grossly exaggerated, and the non- traders ought to have had the courtesy to withdraw many of them. He was sharply taken to task, however, by Mr. Pemberton, who, amid much heat, declared that there had been no exaggera- tion. Eventually the question of discussing the subject was over, and the meeting closed with ahea-rty vote of thanks to the Mayor for his conduct in the chair during a very difficult year of office. From information subsequently to hand it appears that at a "private" meeting of the Town Council it was decided to take coun- sel's opinion as to whether the Corporation officiaL have been libelled in the report of the non-trad- ing section of the commissioners on the trading inquiry. The Town Clerk, in a. letter to the Council, said there were indiscriminate charges of ignorance against the officials, which were un- warrantable and cowardly.

ROYAL SHOW'S FUTURE. ♦ EARL EGERTON'S VIEWS. Earl Egerton of Tatton writes to Monday's "Morning Post" as follows:—The Royal Agricul- tural Society is passing through a crisis which must be dealt with when the council of the society meets next Wednesday, and as a trustee I desire to place before the members of the society the course which appears to me should be adopted at the present time. It would be a national loss if the usefulness of the Royal Agricultural Society were in any way crippled. It has done good service to agriculture, and its example has been followed by the great local shows, which, as in Lancashire and Yorkshire and the West of England, are nearly equal in import- ance to it. It is admitted that a new departure must now be made on a broader and more popular basis. The society has suffered of late years from its affairs being managed on a too extravagant scale both in the number of its staff and in the purchase of Harewood House and Park Royal, both of which properties are now pledged up to the hilt. The first step to be taken even before the holding of the next show—necessary as that may be in some form or other for the future support of the society—is to start with a clean slate, i.e., to wipe off the onerous liabilities which are now over- burdening the society, and in order to do so its con- stitution must be enlarged and its governing body be elected on representative lines; when that is done agriculturists throughout England will, I have no doubt, relieve the society from its most pressing obligations, and the necessary to hold the show next year will be willingly found, if that should be their deliberate wish, though I assume that the holding of a show in the suburbs of London has always been and will continue to be a financial failure. Either the system of peripatetic shows should be resumed or a show similar to those of the different horse societies in the Agricultural Hall, and limited to certain classes of stock and imple- ments, should be held. The future policy of the society should, however, be determined by the new body. and any arrangements now made for the holding of future shows can only be provisional.— yours, &c., EGERTON OF TATTON. October 29, 1004.

HOLLOW A Y'S PILLS are admirably adapted for curing diseases incidental to females. At different periods of life women are subject to com- plaints which require a peculiar medicine and it is now an indisputable fact that there is nothing so suitable for complaints of this nature as Holloway's Pills. For all the debilitating disorders incidental to the sex, and in every contingency perilous to the life and health of women—youthful or aged, married or single—they are a safe and reliable remedy. Their purifying qualities render them in- valuable to females of all ages. They are searchmg and cleansing, yet invigorating a few doses will speedily remove irregularities in the system, and thereby establish health on a sound and firm basis.

CONNAH'S QUAY EXTENSION. — ♦— — SHOTTON'S "UNCOMPROMISING OPPOSI- TION." On Tuesday evening a meeting of the rate- payers of Shotton who are opposed to the pro- posals of the Urban District Council of Gonnah s Quay to extend its boundaries so as to include Shotton within the urban area, was held in St Ethelwold's Boys' School. Captain S. Vickers presided over a large attendance. The Chairman said the time was drawing near when the inquiry of a committee of the County oounoil would b. held to oonsider the proposals of the Urban District Council of Connah's Quay, and to hear evidence for and against the applica- tion for permission to extend its boundaries. He thought it advisable to form a committee to pre- pare their case, and to make arrangements for resisting the application of Ccnnah's Quay. (Ap- plauue.) Mr. H. Goodman Roberts, clerk to the Hawarden Rural District Council, said the in- quiry would be held in the last week in Novem- ber, and it was necessary the ratepayers in Shot- ton should be ready with full particulars of their ca&e, also with ratepayers prepared to give evid- enoe against the application of Connah's Quay. The application, as they were probably aware, was one by the Urban District Council of Con- nah's Quay to extend their boundaries so as to take in the whole of the township of Shotton situated in the Hawarden parish, and a part of Shotton situated in the parishes of Saltney and Sealand respectively. The Urban Counoil had drawn an imaginary line, but he understood the County Council refused to accept this, and the boundary of the proposed extension must be pro- perly defined. If the application of Connah's Quay was granted, one effect would be that the da strict affected would be transferred to the Holywell Union from the Hawarden Union. The real objeot of Oonnah's Quay was to get an in- creased ratable value. An urban authority can only rate one quarter on land and railways. Al- though the ratable value might appear high, it was really not so when they took the fact he had just mentioned into consideration. In his (the speaker's) opinion the Urban Council had no grounds upon whioh to justify their present ap- plication. They were not the owners of the gas- works or the water supply, these were the pro- perty of a private company; and they had nothing to offer in this respect. The Urban Council had been in existence seven years, and although there was a section of the Act which required them to provide public offioes within that period, they had never done so. One of the strongest reasons put forward when an Urban Counoil was granted to Connah's Quay was that they required to carry out a. complete system of sewerage, and this could be best accomplished by the business being managed and controlled T?y a Tocar authority. Seven years had now elapsed since urban powers were granted, and the sewerage scheme had not yet been car- ried out, except by a sort of scavenging. On the other hand, the Hawarden Rural District Coun- cil had had plans prepared for a complete scheme of sewerage, whioh would deal with the sewage of Shotton. Two inspectors of the Local Govern- ment Board had been down, and the plans had been approved by the Local Government Board, the Board of Trade, the Board of Agriculture d Fisheries, and eve-rythina- was ready for com- menooment of the work. Shortly applioations would be invited for tenders to carry out the work. The ratepayers of Shotton would have to wait a long while before Connah's Quay could provide them with a scheme like this. (Applause.) They had water supplied by the Hawarden Water Com- pany the lighting had been arranged by the Hawarden and Saltney Parish Councils, and the two counoils had come to an arrangement for a complete lighting scheme. They had a special lighting and drainage area, and he could not, for the life of him, see upon what grounds Connah's Quay were making the application, having abso- lutely nothing to offer Shotton which they had not already got. He agreed that the growth of Shotton entitled the district to an increased re- presentation on the Hawarden Board1 of Guardians and Rural District Council; and he had no doubt the County Oounoil would be requested to re- arrange the wards as to give additional repre- sentatives to the township of Shotton. He had' every confidence, if the ratepayers only made themselves heard on the question, that the pro- posals of Connah's Quay had no ohanoe of being realised.—The Chairman failed to see any ad- vantage Shotton would gain by amalgamating with Connah's Quay. They had, of course, a Burial Board at Connah's Quay, and one was also in contemplation at Hawarden. The rates in Connah's Quay were this year 6s. 2d. in the If the rate for poor-law purposes were the same the next half-year as the current one, they in Shotton were only paying a rate of 3s. 3d. in the A DISCORDANT NOTE. Captain Thomas Guest wished to know what the Hawarden District Council had done for Shotton? (A voice: "Nothing.") The roads, were, he said, in a bad' condition, and the sewage was silting up for want of attention. Then there was the question of assessment of property, which, was really scandalous; and if anyone appeared I before the Assessment Committee the chairman put them through their facings. The Chairman: That has nothing to do with the question. ;lptain Guest haid they were dealing with this district, and he claimed that the assessment of property in Shotton was quite one-third' higher than in Connah's Quay. He failed to see where the difference in the rates between Connah's Quay and Shotton came in, when they were paying on a one-third higher assessment for a similar olass I of property. The water supply had been referred to in Shotton. Was the waterworks owned by the public, or was it a private company? Let Connah's Quay be what it might it did not bor- row money. It paid for the work it was doing as it went on. The Hawarden District Council were going to borrow £27,000, and it would be more than that before it was finished. The Chairman I beg your pardon. Connah's Quay have borrowed money. I know they have borrowed £400 from the Rechabite Society. Captain Guest said Connah's Quay had got a good water supply; they had got their schools; they had got their soavenging carts; they had got everything in the way of public convenience. He liked a place to be given fairplay and be well spoken of when they deserved it. The Hawarden District Council did not want to 1080 them. Shotton property was assessed one-third higher than any other place in the district, and they contributed largely to the rate. What had they got in return for it? (A voice: Nothing, but the happy hunting ground for the rate col- lector.") Ccnnah's Quay wanted nothing from them, and so far as he could see the Council, in the place of embarking on extravagant schemes, were endoavouring to keep down the rates. Mr. C-coper expressed himself as strongly op- posed to Connah's Quay taking them over. ifr. E. Taylor said he had watched the pro- gress made by Connah's Quay and Shotton, and he did not see that Shotton would benefit by the proposed amalgamation. Mr. A. Wright agreed with Captain Guest that the Hawarden Rural District Council had done nothing for Shotton, and he was in favour of seeking urban power for Shotton and Queen's Ferry. To join Connah's Quay would be "jump- ing out of the pan into the fire." (Laughter.) Mr. J. Hampson, replying to Captain Guest, said he was a member of the Assessment Com- mittee, and he prided himself on doing justice to every case that oame before him. The com- mittee could not put assessments above what was reasonable. The remarks of Captain Guest shewed he was absolutely ignorant of the ques- tion of assessment. Anyone would be convinced by looking at the rates, Shotton's rate 3s. 3d. in the j3, and that of Connah's Quay 6s. 2d. in the J6, and this, after the scandalous and unprincipled behaviour Captain Guest had charged them with. With respect to the charge that Shotton had been neglected, they must remember that the district has grown rapidly, and they had found a difficulty in keeping pace with the growth. This difficulty was enhanoed by the fact that the land was be- low the sea level. The health of the district was, however, fairly good1. Captain Guest said if the parish books were inspected they would then see. Mr. T. Fox (Sealand) was opposed to joining Connah's Quay. Mr. Thomas Wright intimated that the Hawarden Parish Council had unanimously agreed to oppose the application of Connah's Quay. (Hear, hear.) Mr. E. Taylor said Captain Guest was at liberty to take steps to seoure urban power for Shotton if he desired. Captain Guest: I tell you I will not have Con- nah's Quay run down. (Cries of Chair, chair," and uproar.) I will not be put down. I intend to have my say. Mr. Taylor: I was only suggesting what course you could take. Captain Guest: You were glad of Connah's Quay. All you have got, and all you have learned has come from Connah's Quay. You are a paid official of the State- The Chairman I must put a stop to this. Captain Guest: We do not want men from other districts to come here and teach us our duty. Connah's Quay will develop and grow. Tho large works you see over the river might close, and these people who are here now may be gone to-morrow. The old residents will always be here, and they will have to pay for the costly drainage scheme. Connah's Quay has got the river, and there is no knowing, now that the Great Central Railway has taken it over but that it may beoome a great commercial centre. The Rev. J. Davies Jones appealed to the Chair- man to invite a resolution. Mr. A. Wright (Queen's Ferry) proposed1. Mr. Fox (Sealand) seconded:—"That this meeting confirms the resolution passed at a ratepayers' meeting some months ago, by which it was de- cided to offer an uncompromising- opposition to the application of Connah's Quay."—There voted for the resolution 37 in favour, and two against. A committee was then appointed1 representative of the authorities interested to give effect to the foregoing resolution.—The chairman was thanked for presiding.

PRINCESS LOUISE AND THE WELSH BARDS. At the Gorsecld of the Welsh Bards in connection with the Rhyl National Eisteddfod an honor,it", degree was conferred upon the Princess Louise Auguste of Sehleswig-Holstein, to whom was given the title of "Dwynwen" (the name of the British Goddess of Love), and upon one of the Queen's Ladies-in-Waiting, the Hon. Miss Mary Hughes (daughter of the Lord-Lieutenant of Flintshire), who was called Mair Kynmael. Bearing on this the Welsh bard, Mr. Owen Morgan (Morien), has just received the following letter:- "IvinmelPark, Abergele, N.W. "To Morien y Gwylddon. "Sir,—I am desired by the Princess Louise Augusta of Schleswig-Holstein ("Dwynwen") to express Her Highness's thanks, to which I add my own, for the very mteresting pamphlets you have been kind enough to send us also for the explana- tion of our bardic appellations which you have given in your letter The account of the origin of the Gorsedd is both instructive and beautiful, and has a much more solemn significance than I had any idea of, but which, thanks to you, the Princess and I have now learnt to appreciate.—Believe me, yours faithfully, "MARY F. HUGHES (Mair Kynmael)."

CONNAHS QUAY URBAN. MAIN ROADS AND FOOTPATHS. A RATEPAYER'S PROTEST. IMPORTANT DISCUSSION. The monthly meeting was held on Thursday, the Chairman (Mr. T. J. Reney) presiding.—it appeared from the Medical Officer" report that of the eight deaths during the month four were in young children, and there appeared reason for believing that artificial feeding had something to do with the deaths. The cases of scarlatina had been comparatively mild, and with the exception of one doubtful case there were no deaths. During the present month eleven fresh cases in seven fresh houses had been notified. The inspector was empowered to obtain a quantity of Condy's crystals for free distribution for bathing pur- poses. A letter was read from the Clerk to the County Council, together with resolutions passed at the late meeting of the County Council, from which it appeared that in accordance with notice Mr. Samuel Jones moved that the resolution passed on 16th March giving power to the Urban Council of Connah's Quay to maintain the road, and foot- paths through Connah's Quay (fro mWepre Gutter to Grolftyn-iane) be rescinded.—The motion was seoonded by Mr. James Prince, and oarried.—Mr. Prinoe thereupon rose to move the confirmation of the resolution of the Main Roads Committee recommending the Council to provide the Urban District Council with 10,000 Buckley chequed tiles on condition that the urban authority supply the labour.—The Chairman ruled that tne whole re- solution of the Main Roads Committee with re- gard to Connah's Quay main road and footpaths was rescinded,and the minute in connection there- with was not confirmed. The Chairman said the question of the foot- paths required the greatest attention, the road being not such an important matter. The scaveng- ing of the road was not satisfactory. The inhabi- tants were complaining most bitterly, and it was high time the County Council stopped such a practice of depositing rubbish in the streets which they had nothmg at all to do with. Private streets could not be kept in order if that was allowed, and the oonsequence would be that the Council would have to take some proceeding in the matter. The time was near when the parapets would not be fit to walk on. The traffic, and the people of Connah's Quay demanded that they shoud have one good footpath through the district.—Mr. Hum- phreys felt that the public ought to know, inde- pendent of any single party, that tho Council had done their duty. The Council had made a good impression at the inquiry into the matter. It seemed there had been some under current work- ing in order to get the resolution at the County Council meeting rescinded. Had they got what they applied for, and what the County Council promised, they would have been able to do some- thing to the main road and footpaths that would have satisfied the publio. Mr. Hugh Hughes thought there was something wrong somewhere. The County Council had not treated the Council fairly, and the only thing now to do was to ascertain what was the best course to pursue tc bring the County Cbuncil to their knees, and compel them to act fairly. Mr. Blane thought the letter from Mr. Smith ought to be read. He quite agreed there was some under current working to try and stop the progress of Connah's Quay. Mr. Llovd, seoonded, and the letter was read from Mr. Robert Smith, secretary of Messrs. Robert Smith, Limited, High-street, calling -at- tention to the fact that the Council had deposited at the side of their premises a large unsightly structure as well as sets of drain pipes, etc., a condition of things which was not helpful to the appearance of business premises. They protested against. such a structure being maintained. Mr. Smith also expressed to the Urban Council his surprise that the motion in the County Council to rescind the resolution passed by that body to ( improve the sidewalks in Connah's Quay (main road) should have been seoonded by the Council's representative, Mr. James Prince. As ratepayers Messrs. Smith, Limited, were very much interested in all proceedings which tended to the improve- ment of Connah's Quay, and: Mr. Prince's action came as a very great surprise and disappointment. Mr. Prinoe had been good enough to call and explain his action in the matter, but it seemed strange that the Urban District. Council by a unanimous vote should instruct Mr. Prince to support the resolution for the improvement of the sidewalks, and that he should disregard such instruction. Mr. Smith made these remarks in the hope that the matter of the sidewalk improve- ment might be revised again and carried to a successful issue. Mr. Blane moved that the whole matter be referred to the Highway Committee, andi that the Clerk be instructed to advise the committee as to the best steps to be taken. The Chairman thought it was unfortunate, in one respect, that the Clerk was a member of the committeo of tha County Council that had done such dreadful work. (Laughter.) The Clerk: I was not a party to it. Mr. Lloyd seconded Mr. Blane's proposal, which was caried unanimously. EXTENSION OF THE BOUNDARIES, DATE OF THE INQUIRY. A letter was read from the Clerk to the County Council stating that the inquiry would be held on Monday, the 28th November. The inquiry will be at the. Drill Hall, Connah's Quay. HORSE AMBULANCE. A letter was read from the Clerk to the County Council enclosing a resolution referring to a com- munication received from Messrs. John Summers and Sons offering to provide a horse ambulance, and asking the County Council to provide accomi- modation for the same either at Shottcn or Con- nah's Quay Police Station to the Urban Council, there being no accommodation at either place.- On the suggestion of the Chairman it was decided to reply that there was sufficient room at the police station to store the ambulance. SYMPATHY. At the conclusion of the business, Mr. Hum- phreys mentioned that Mr. James Reney, a former chairman of the Counoil, had been seriously ill for some weeks. He moved that a letter of sym- pathy be sent.—Mr. Hugh Hughes seoonded, and it was carried.

TARPORLEY. A meeting was held in the Council Chamber on Thursday. There were present: -Messrs. F. H. Gordon (chairman), R. Symms, L. Dodd, R. Dodd, Dunning, Spendlove, Pickering, Davias, S. Barker, Fitton, Captain Baillie-Hamilton, the Rev. W. O. M. Hughes, and Messrs. H. Dods, T. Cawley (clerk), and S. Greenway (surveyor).—Mr. S. Greenway was re-appointed inspector of nuisances.—A letter was read from Mr. Cottle, contractor, with reference to extra timber used in trenches, expert fees, and ventilating columns. After some discussion, considering Mr. Cottle's extra work, a grant was made for the timber and expert fees, but the claim for ventilating columns was not allowed.—It was decided not to apply for the tenancy of the storage ground, but to use a piece of ground on the council's sewage out- fall field, for which they would have to pay no rent.—The Nuisance Inspector reported a number of cases of overcrowding. After a lengthy dis- cussion it was left to a sub-committee to look into the matter.—It was reported that 39 cases of scarletina had been notified. The first case was reported on July 12th, and the last case on October 12th. Mr. Greenway said he was pleased it was dying out. About 1,000 gallons of disinfectant had been used. It was also remarked that Nurse Whitley had rendered splendid assistance in at- tending to the cases, etc.—Captain Baillie-Hamil- ton called attention to the fire engine house roof and the door, which needed' repairing. The work was ordered to be done.—Sewage damage claims were left over to a sub-committee to investigate.

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SHOOTING GAME WITHOUT A LICENCE. The discussion on this subject, which originated in tho "Cheshire Observer," is contnued in the "Field" this week by B. J. C. who writes:- "A groat many interesting letters have appeared lately in the "Field" on this subject, and there is no doubt that the Excise officers are very lax in their duty, not only with reference to shooting without. a licence, but with regard to all other licences. I wonder how many of the numerous game farmers, who sell pheasants and pheasants' eggs. have a game-dealer's licence? The present Excise officer is generally a friend of those who evade the law by not taking out licences, and possibly do not like- to prosecute. I would sug- gest that a. gentleman should be appointed in cer- tain districts to superintend the duties of the present- Excise officer." It in interesting to see from the "Chester Courant" of Nov. 25, 1804, that in those days an alphabetical list of the persons to whom game certificates had been granted was advertised in the "Courant." ThreE" pounds was paid for each cer- tificate, while gamekeepers, whose names were also advertised, paid one guinea for a certificate.

ROSSLYN RIOHES. LITIGATION OVER FAMILY PLATE AND HEIRLOOMS. In the Official Referees' Court, London, the action of Vyner v. Trustee of Countess Rosslyn is proceeding. The plaintiff, Mr. R. Vyner, of Fairfield, York- shire, is the father of the Earl of Rosslyn's former wife, Violet Aline. He found a sum of money to enable Lord Rosslyn's creditors to be paid 14s. in the S. and in consequence Lord Rosslyn's trustees conveyed to Mr. Vyner all his interest in the furniture, plate, china, and articles of vertu originally at Dysart House, Fifeshire. Various articles had been removed to other family residences, to Stamford House, to Rosebank, and to Park-lane, where Blanche Countess of Rosslyn, lived. In her bankruptcy these articles were claimed by the Official Receiver, acting as her trustee, and some of them were sold by him on behalf of her creditors. The plaintiff in this action alleged, on the other hand, that these articles were only temporarily moved by the late Earl, and never became the property of Blanche Countess Rosslyn, so that they could not pass to her creditors. The case is a complicated one, and seems likely to continue over several days.

THE LATE MR. J. L. TRAFFORD — SYMPATHY OF EDDISBURY BENCH. At the commencement of the monthly sitting of the Eddisbury Petty Sessions on Monday, the Chairman (Mr. James Tomkinson) said the Court would naturally expect some expression from the Bench in regard to the recent and lamentable occurrence which had taken place since the last meeting. He alluded to the death of Mr. John Lee Trafford, who for twenty-two years acted as Clerk to the Justices in the Court. During that time, he had earned for himself by his courtesy and attention to the business of the Court, the regard of all who had to attend it. From the Bench and from the officials of the Court proceeded an expression of regret and cordial sympathy and condolence with the relatives of the deceased gentleman. Mr. W. H. Churton, solicitor, Chester, added on behalf of the solicitors practising in the Court his expressions of regret and sympathy. He said he had known Mr. Trafford long before he was Clerk to that Court, and a more courteous, good tempered and more genial and modest magistrates' clerk, nobody ever had to deal with. He and his brother nobody ever had to deal with. He and his brother professionals joined heartily with the Bench in expressing their sympathy. Mr. J. E. Fletcher, solicitor, Northwich, said he spoke in a representative way on behalf of his brother, who had practised in that court. He had also been asked by Mr. J. H. Cooke, Winsford, to associate his name with the remarks made. He could carry his representation further and on behalf of the whole of the members of the profession practising in his immediate neighbourhood, he could testify to the high respect and esteem in which he was held by all. In addition to his high professional integrity and ability, they all looked up to him as a true specimen of a kindly English gentleman, and one never known to say and do an unkind or ungenerous thing. Mr. E. D. Lowry, as a representative of the Inland Revenue department, offered his tribute of sympathy in the loss the court had sustained in the death of Mr. Traffoid. Supt. Beeley, on behalf of the police and Mr. Dutton, Norley, on behalf of the overseers, added their tribute of sympathy also. Mr. Hatt Cook, a partner in the firm of Messrs. Trafford and Cook, who acted as magistrates' clerk, said it fell to his sad lot to thank theni for the kind- ness. It was his sad lot, after a partnership of nearly a quarter of a century, to be temporarily and most unworthily filling his place, and to say bow much he thanked them for their kindness. He would convey to Mr. Trafford's relatives what bad been said. As he cast his thoughts back over the 22 years he had served in that court as magistgates, clerk, he could only tell them that he had always looked upon it as his most important engagement. and nothing but sickness or an imperative call would keep him away from the court. He had frequently attended the court at considerable incon- venience to himself. It was his great pride and pleasure to be clerk to the justices of the division. He (Mr. Cook) was much touched by the remarks that had been made that morning

-77!r-- AMERICAN APPRECIATION OF THE PRIMATE. — The following appreciation of the Archbishop of Canterbury's visit to America, written by Mr. S. editor of the "Churchman" (New York), is published in the "Timœ" "I am unwilling to miss the opportunity to say something of the visit of Archbishop Davidson to the United States, of impressing upon English- men the significance of this, the first, visit of an Archbishop of Canterbury to America. The grave initial difficulties surrounding such a visit, and some circumstances connected with the visit it- self that have increased the difficulties, have but served to accentuate the exceptional tact and wis- dom of Dr. Davidson. Not one,, has he indulged in empty flattery, not once in mere fault-finding. Frank and generous in his estimate of our people. judicial and sympathetic in his interpretation of our institutions, he has won for himself abiding confidence and affection wherever lie has been seen and heard. Regarded at a distance by many as an aristocrat land an embodiment of c-cclesi asticism, he has. when face to face with us, so impressed himself upon Americans by his sim- plicity, his dignity, and his transparent sincerity that we have found him one of our very own. "Beyond all else, he has so subordinated his per- sonality to his great office., in which he icpres. iits the English Church, and through it the English people, that ho has won for the office, for the Church, and for his countrymen a place in the heart and mind of Americans such as we believe no other Englishman who has visited our shores has ever secured for them. He has accomplished tJlis by his rare commonsense, his insight into the controlling principles of our national life. and his extraordinary restraint in holding to the fundamen- tal truths of our common humanity. We know that in scholarship he is not the equal of some of his predecessors; that in brilliancy and vigour of intellect he is not distinguished above other eminent Englishmen; that if he had come to us in his own person as the B'shop of Winchester. and not as the Primate of all England, he would have been unable so strongly to draw out the reverence and affection that have everywhere re- sponded to his touch; but in the spirit of his great office he has interpreted his people to ours and our people to his in a way that has strongly emphasised the identity of the mission of the, two peoples, and that must quicken in each the sense of a common responsibility."

Mr. William Jones, provision merchant, Bridge- street, Chester, has purchased the first prize (silver medal) Cheshire Cheese at the recent Cheshire Farmers' Dairy Show. Mr. Jones is a'so sole agent in Chester for Harris's celebrated Wiltshire Bacon. VISIT OF ROYAL COMMISSIONERS.—On Thursday Chester was honoured by a visit of a Darty of gentlemen connected with the Royal Commission on Sewage Disposal, who are making a tour of several towns in the kingdom for the purpose of examining the different methods for the treatment of sewage. The Corporation's new and extensive works for the purification of sewage, which are now nearing completion, have been erected at a cost of £ 70.000, on the most ad- vanced scientific lines, and are a great improve- ment. on most existing methods in vogue, hence the visit of the Royal Commission. The party consisted of the following:—Sir Michael Foster, General Carey, Colonel Harding, Mr. T. J. Stafford, Dr. McGowan, Dr. A. C. Houston. Mr. G. B. Kershaw, Mr. C. C. Frye, and Mr. F. J. Willis (secretary to the Commission). They were met at the station by the Mayor (Mr. R. Lamb), the Sheriff (Mr. D. L. Hewitt), the Town Clerk (Mr. J. H. Dickson), and several members of the Council. They proceeded to the works on Sealand- road, over which they were conducted by Major Tulloch, tHe engineer responsible for the con- struction the City Surveyor (Mr. 1. Matthews Jones), and Mr. Fletcher Robinson (clerk of the works), who explained the details of the under- taking to the Commissioners. There were also present Alderman John Jones (B.), chairman of the Sewering Committee; Mr. William Vernon, deputy chairman; some of the members of the committee, and Mr. W. Peers, clerk of com- mittees. After the inspection of the works the party were hospitably entertained at luncheon at the Town Hall by the Mayor,

GRESFORD, CHORAL SOCIETY.—This society has en- tered upon its second session under favourable aus- pices. Mr. E, J. Cunnah. F.R.C.O., has again consented to act as conductor.

NESTON. A PRIVILEGE ABUSED. On Friday, at Neston Sessions. Ricnard Smith, and Gearge and Charles Fewtrell, boys aged about nine years. were ordered to pay Is. and costs each for breaking poplar trees in Earl-drive, on the Leighton Park estate, the property of Mr. N. A. Earl, Manchester. Mr. Matthew Wright, who has charge of the estate, was instructed to state that if the damage was persisted in the privilege of using the road would be withdrawn.

ROSSETT. OBITUARY.—We regret to record the death. at 29 years of age, of Mr. Isaao Davies. painter, Pultation Cottages, who succumbed on the 21st inst. to an attack of rheumatic fever. Dec-eased leaves a widow and three young children, for whom the greatest sympathy is felt. The inter- ment took plaoe at R-ocsett Church on Monday The Rev. E. A. Fishbourne (vicar of Gresford) officiated. THE VICA RIATE.-Offioial notice has been posted upon the church door intimating that the Bishop of the diocese purposes shortly to institute the Rev. E. Charley. M.A., at present vicar of Inoe, Cheshire, as vicar of Rossett. The new vicar intends to take up his residence here about the second week in November, shortly after which the ceremony of institution and induction will

■»— —— take place. I NORTHOP. PETTY SESSIONS-At these sessions on Thursday, before Messrs. Thomas Bate (chairman), John Watkinson, and T. J. Reney, Charles Jarvis. ironworker, of Dee-road, Connah's Quay, was summoned for trespassing in pursuit of game on land at Northop Hall, in the occupation of Mr. John Chadles Reade. Henry Young, gamekeeper to Mr. Thomas Bate, of Kelsterton, said that he saw defendant, accom- panied by three dogs. and they coursed a rabbit. Fined 5s. and 8s. costs. Mr. Bate did not adjudicate in this case.—John Podmore, iron- worker, of the Mold-road Connah's Quay, was summoned by Itupecior Fryer. P-&PaA., for causing" a dog to be cruelly ill-treated. It ap- peared from the evidence that at the last Connah's Quay Sessions the wife of defendant was fined for keeping a dog without a lioenoe. Defendant, in consequence, became desirous of disposing of the animal, and on the same day (Sept. 29) he bor- rowed a gun from a neighbouring butcher named Joseph Scott, saying he was goinar to shoot the dog. as he had failed to obtain poison for it. It was discovered that defendant had failed in his purpose, but had shot away part of the milk gland and one teat. The dog had since been drowned. Inspector Fryer gave evidence.—The Bench fined defendant 10s. without costs.

HESWALL. A HINT—The attention of Heswall people is drawn to the fact that seme person at present unknown is visiting gentlemen's houses and solicit- ing donations for the Heswall a,nd Neston Football Club. While there are foothill clubs both at Hes- wall and Neston, it, is pointed out there is no joint organisation, and readers should make careful in- qu'ries into the status of anyone posing as a col- lector before subscribing. LITERARY Soci syllabus of the Heswall Presbyterian Literary Society holds out the promise of several interesting and instructive meetings to be held during the present session. Lectures are to be given on holiday jaunts in Shropshire. Australia. North Holland. Switzerland and Russia respectively, while a magazine and social evening will terminate what should be a very successful session. Th", inaugural social took place on Thursday, and was a mo"t. enjoyable affair. The Rev. J. Mackintosh presided, and a capital musical programme was gone through. which included the following items:—Songs by Mrs. Blake and Mr. W. G Bevan; a reading by Mr. J. M Hay; violin duets by Misses Tan scott and Rowbottom and instrumental trios by Misses Tap-cott and Rowbottom and Mr. W. G." Bevan. At the close Capt. Tilston moved a hearty vote of thanks to the artists, also to the officers of the society for their work. This was seconded by Mr. J. Meyer and carried with enthusiasm. Mr. Blake I sm* Woodward, the energetic hon. secretary, suitably responded. c_

TARVIN. WESLEYAN FOREIGN MISSIONS—On Sun- day, sermons on behalf of these missions were prrached in the Wesleyan Chapel by the Rev. F. Haines, the newlv-appointed minister to the Tar- porlev and Tarvin Circuit. The services were continued on Monday, when Major the Rev. T. H. Wainman. missionary from South Africa, in the afternoon preached a sermon, and in the even- ing gave a thrilling experience of his 20 years' labours in those far-off regions. Landing at Port Elizabeth, he was stationed at Grahamstown Potchefstroom. Johannesbersr, --to.. and laboured with great success among- Kaffirs and Boers, as well as the British settlers. In 1884 and 1885 he was chaplain to the forces in the expedition to Basutoland. under Genera! Sir Charles Warren. At the outbreak of the late war Mr. Wainman was appointed chaplain to the Natal forces under General Buller, was present, at many battles, and was frequently mentioned in despatches. He was promoted to the rank of major. In speaking of the concentration camps. Mr. Wainman said it in spite of adverse criticism everything was done for the comfort of the refugees. The Rev. H. G. Wilkinson read the report for the year ending 1903. which shewed that Tarvin had contributed to the genera! fund for the year JE37. 5s. 5d.. being an increase of over £ 8 on the previous year. The incomo for this anniversary up to date amounts to £ 28. 16s. 10d.. which includes the following boxes:—Th^ Misses A. Norcross and J. Parker. £14. 16s. 6d the Misses Ha]! and Recce. B5 Is. 6d. nnd Mrs. Barker £ 2. lis. 6d. The chil- dren's collecting cards have vet to come in. It is anticipated the total amount will be an increase on the previous year. the previous year.

tarporley7 DRIVER'S ALLEGED OFFENCE -On Tues- day, at the offices of Mr. T. Cawley. before Mr. R. Bate. George Brooks, Baddiley, Nantwich, was charged with being drunk in charge of a horse and lurry in the High-street. Tarporley. on Monday. -P.C. Hodkins said that at 4.45 he saw Brooks driving down the street. Defendant appeared to be very drunk. He asked him to get off the lurry, and when Brooks did so lie was unable to stand, and he had to be led to the police station.— Prisoner was remanded to the Oakmere Petty Ses- sions on bail. FLOWER SHOW.—A Flower Show Committee meeting was held in the National Schools on Wed- nesday. Capt. the Hon. H. R. A. Baillie-Hamilton in the chair. The hon. secretary iiair. C. Sprack- jing) produced his baiance-sheet, which was ap- proved. The Chairman said the balance was rather disappointing after such a great show. The Rector also spoke with reference to the sports. He said although there were record entries, they had been worked cheapei- than in any other year, which was a great credit to the hon. secretary (Mr. H. B:I- lington). He also said the schedule for horticul- ture would need considering another year. A sum of JB61. 8s. 6d. was given in prizes, and this he con- sidered a very large amount. Although the balance was small, it was at the right side, and he congratulated the hon. secretary in getting to- gether such a splendid show. Mr. J. H. Dods re- minded the committee that a number of subscrip- tions had been lost either through death or people's moving, but lie hoped they would receive new subscriptions another year. The Chairman pro- posed a vote of thanks to the two secretaries, which was seconded by the Rector and carried unanimously. Both suitably responded. A hearty vote of thanks to the president and vice-president brought the meeting to a close.

BUCKLEY. AN ANCIENT COURT.-Last week the annual Court Leet and Court Baron in view of Frankpledge of the Manor of Ewloe was held at the Hope and Anchor Inn. before Mr. W. H. Churton. the steward of the manor. Mr. Churton called the roil of the jury, who were then duly sworn as follows:—Messrs. J. M. Gibson (fore- man), the Rev. Harry Drew, M.A., Thomas Jones (Clayton House). Jonathan Cat-he rail. Thomas Taylor. John Dunn. Samuel Dunn, Joseph Catherall. John Jellicoe. William Newton, Jos. Gray. Henry Hayes, Charles Gerrard, John Hughes, John Taylor, Thomas Williams and Edw. Jones. The court decided to reinstate the notice boards to persons depositing rubbish, etc., on the Common, and the bailiff was instructed to take proceedings against anyone found either destroy- ing the notice boards or tipping rubbish, contrary to the warning iioticee. The absentee tenants not answering their names were amerced in a fine of IGd. each. Messrs. Joseph Catherall and John Jellicoc were appointed burleymen for Ewloe Wood, Messrs. Thomas Jones and Henry Hayes for Ewloe Town, and Messrs. Charles Gerrard and Thomas Tavlor for Aston, and each was duly sworn in. Mr. Charles Robins was sworn in as bailiff of the manor. After the business of the court was over. the members were entertained at an excellent dinner, provided by the kindness of Mr. P. T. Davies-Cooke, of Gwysaney. the lord of the manor of Ewloe. Mr. Churton occupied the chair, and he was supported by Major Birch (agent for Mr. Davies-Cooke). and Mr. A. B. Roberts (under agent). Dinner over. the follow- ing toasts were proposed and duly honoured: — "The King and Royal Family," ''The Lord of the Manor," The Agent, Major Birch," "The Steward of the Manor, Mr. Churton." "Navy, Armv and Volunteers." "The Under Agent. Mr. A. B. Roberts." and "The Host and Hostess." The remainder of the evening was spent in a convivial manner songs being rendered by Messrs. Gibson. T. Jones, NVm. Newton, Joseph Catherall and others, and a most enjoyable evening ended with the singing of "Auld Lang Syne."

QUEENS FERR-F. BAZAAR.—The Wesleyan Methodists in this district decided some time ago to erect a chapel and school. On Wednesday, in aid of the new building fund, a sale of work was held in the Sailors' Home Chapel. The sale was opened by Mr. Sydney Taylor. The Rev. S. G. Scott pre- sided. Mr. G. K. Brocklehurst moved a vote of thanks to Mr. Sydney Taylor. It was seconded by Mr. Jno. R. Gee and supported by Mr James Lamb (circuit steward), and carried. At uie clos ?u J- Gee was able to announce that ±-70 had been raised by the day's sales, end by subscriptions from kind and generous friends The sale was again continued on Friday.

RUABON. MAGISTRATE'S FUNERAL.-On Wednesdav the interment took place at Rhos, Ruabon, of the late Mr. W. C. Hughes, magistrate. The deceased's wishes as to the arrangements of his interment were corned out with exactitude, and were of a singular character. The corpse, enclosed m an oak coffin, surmounted with brass fittings, was mounted on a large lurrv, and was drawn bv three sturdy agricultural horses, upon each side of which walked several of the deceased's tenants and workmen. The coffin was completely covered with magnificent floral tokens, one of which was a beautiful white cross five feet in length. Some thousands of persons lined t*he- route from the house to Rhos Churchyard. At The Fennant. the Kev. J. Thompson, of Esclusham, conducted a short and impressive service. In Rhos Church a solemn memorial service was held. the Rev. T Pritchard vicar of Rhos. and the Rev. G. Richards (deceased s brother-in-law) officiating, while Mr irowell, at the organ, played the Dead March in "Saul" as the mourners departed from the church. 1ne closing scenes at the graveside were of a particularly pathetic character.

— HOLT. KEYOX I-IALL.-Thls institution is now in fid] swing for the winter, and its popularity shews no waning, as the number of applicants for mem- bership is well above the average. It combines a reading and recreation room, as well as a lend- ing library. The secret of its success is due to its uemocrat..c constitution, for Mr. Edwin Bellis the popular chairman. has learned the secret 'that, anything for the people's recreation should be governed by the people themselves. Other vil- lages, who have failed in their attempts to provide amusement during the winter months, might with advantage take alesson from the management of Kenn Hall. That difficult team "Suaviter in modo and "Fortiter in re" are here driven in a remarkably workmanlike method, making a suc- cessful journey a certainty. The subscription is an entiance- fee of 6d. and a weeklv sum of la This includes membership of the Rifle Club the most, popular offshoot of the Ken von Hall. Last Monday evening there was a crowded attendance of members for practice, when some remarkable shooting was made. It was no uncommon thine for a member (some only 15 years old) to make five bull's eyes with five successive shots. Sergt.- Instructor Walsh lately took some of the targets to the commanding officer at Wrexham. Colonel lainwaring, and he expressed astonjshment at what he described as marvellous shootina- So "v suooessful is the club that, a Ladies' Shooting Club is now in process of formation. and ladies are in- vited to join. The idea has caught on. and several ladies of Jrarndon have already intimated their in- tent-ion of joining. The practice nisrhts. are Mon- days and Saturdays, from 5 to 6^30. when the only man present will be the Sergeant-Instructor.

FRODSHAM. SALE OF WORK.-A successful sale of work was held on Wednesday in the Union Church schoolroom on behalf of the chapel fund. The pro- ceeds realised £ 35. SESSIONS.—These sessions were held on Wednesday, before Messrs. J. Ockleston and J. Murray. Samuel Brown, junr.. and John Brown, senr.. two brothers. living with their father in Ship-street. Frodsham. were charged with using obscene language in a dwelline-house in Ship-street on October 1st, P.C. Proctor proved the case, and tney were each fined 15s and 8s. 6d. costs or 14 days.—James Yarwood. a well-known local character with past convictions against- him was charged with being drunk and disorderlv in ShIp-street on the 25th inst. He was further charged with doing wilful damage to one of the cells at the police station to the amount of Is on the same day. P C. Rowlands stated that. prisoner was extremely drunk and was using awfully filthv language. He was thereupon locked up. and when in the cell continued his disgraceful language, and smashed the window of the oell. To prevent his doing further damage his clogs were taken from him. A woman named Mrs. Pn ov, a friend of the prisoner, stepped into the witness-box without per- mission, with the apparent intention of explaining 13 to the Bench how the matter occurred. The magistrates would not listen to her, and she was removed, and finally ejected from the court-room Prisoner was sentenced to 14 days for each offenc\ the terms to run consecutively.—T. Shallcross. builder, of Kelsall. was summoned for being in charge of a dog without a. collar at Dunham Hill. and was fined 10s., including costs. P.C. Molling- ton proved the case—Mr. John Huches was granted an ejectment order against Elizabeth Corkin, living at "The Brow," Frodsham Bridge. -Several applications for renewal of permission to iv, store explosives r-re heard and granted.

WHITCHURCH. LONDON MISSIONARY SOCIETY-The an- nual meeting of the London Missionary Society was held in the Congregational Church Lecture Room on Tuesday. Mr. T. G. Wycherlev pre- S'dod, and the Rev. E. E. Lovell, Baptist minister, spoke on mission work in general. The deputa- tion, the Rev. A. W. Wilson from Dema-rara gave a moet interesting account of the work done in that portion of the missionary field. The treasurer's balance-sheet shewed that the sum of £ 27. Os. lid. had b?en forwarded to the head- quarters of the society. The collection taken at the close of the meeting amounted to £ 2. 15s. PRESENTATION.—An interesting little cere- mony took place at the Hermitage Club on Tues- day morning. In the presence of a large number of members. Mr. John Wilkinson, the retiring steward, was made the recipient of a handsome cheque. Colonel Lee. who made the presentation, spoke of the diligence and ability with which Mr. Wilkinson had discharged his duties duiing the whole period (18 years) of his service. Major Har- rison very cordially endorsed Colonel Lee's re- marks. and Mr. J. M. Etches said they looked upon Mr. Wilkinson in the light of an old and valued friend. Mr. Wilkinson suitably replied. COTTAGE HOSPITAL.—The annual meeting of subscribers and friends of this institution took place at the hospital on Thursday afternoon. Colonel Lee presided. The committee's report was considered most satisfactory. The balance sheet for the past year shewed a debit balance of C13. 15s. 3d. Colonel Lee said that this adverse balance -e need not be viewed with alarm, as fluctuations were apt to occur, and as last year considerable repairs had been executed, the deficit was easily explained. Mrs. Sandford was re-appointed lady president, Mr. J. E. Bacon was re-elected treasurer, and the secretary Mr. H. B. Lee was also re-appointed. Five of the six retiring members of the committee were again elected, and Miss Rivers Bulkeley was asked to fill the vacancy caused by the retirement of Mrs. P. H. Morris, who bad left the neighbour- hood. Numerous suggestions were made as to the further development of the institution.

FLINT. BURGLARY AT A FLINT POST-OFFICE — Early on Wednesday morning it was found that burglars had broken into the Oakenholt Post- offioe. Flint. which is in charge of Mrs. Thomas. a widow. Fortunately there was only a very small amount of cash upon the premises, and this was taken, together with a small quantity of stamps. CONSERVATIVE CLUB.—Under the auspices of the Dee Billiard League, the Flint Conservative Club entertained Hawarden at Flint in their first league engagement. Flint bad matters all their own way. winning handsomely by a majority of 238. Score:—Flint: E. B. Christopherson 100. George Clews 109. Thomas Edwards 100. William Hughes 100. Alec Hughes 100. Robin Jones 100. total 600. Hawarden: E. Ratcliffe 64. G. Butler 85, G. Bailey 80. A. Ricketts 8, H. Coleclough 55. D. Jones 70. total 362. SAD ACCIDENT.—Quite a gloom was cast over the town on Wednesday afternoon by the news of the death of Mr. John Wm. Jones, of the "Glynne," Mount-street. Deceased was one of the best known and respected men of the town, being en- gaged, in addition to his business of a licensed victualler, in the business of a ooal merchant and carrier. It appears that the deceased was with a lurry of furniture between the Coach and Horses and Plas-yn-Balls on the Mold-road, and a short distance from Flint, and he met with an accident, He was found lying on the road terribly disfigured. the horse and lurry being a short distance away.- The coroner for Flintshire (Mr. Llew. Jones) held an inquest at the Town Hall on Friday. William Thomas Jones, son of the deceased, gave evidence of identification. The only one who was with the deceased was a boy of 12 named Frederick Welsh, who said that when the wagon got to the top of the Coach and Horses hill be (the boy) was sitting on the top of the wagon, and the deceased was riding on the shafts with the reins in his hand. The horse went into the hedge and the boy jumped off and ran round to the front of the wagon to see where the deceased was. He was not on the shafts, and on walking back found deceased lying on the road. The Coroner mentioned the very intelligent manner in which the boy had given his evidence. Mr. M. S. Rogers, a member of the Town Council, spoke to finding the horse and wagon standing by the hedge when on his way to Northop. About 20 to ao yards turther away was the top seating of a chair and a wooden lid and about six or seven yards further away he found deceased lying on the ground. He spoke to deceased but got no answer. He got the deceased into a shandry and brought him towards Flint, but he died on the road. Dr. Williams said deceased was dead when he saw him. There were injuries to his head, body, feet and arms. A verdict of "Accidental death" was returned, the jury expressing sympathy with the family.

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CHRISTLETO N. BOY KICKED BY A HORSE.-On Wednes- day a boy named Thomas Green, Christleton-road cottages, Christleton, was admitted to Chester Infirmary with injuries to his face sustained by a. kick from a canal-boat horse. The in janes were not serious.

ALDFORD. DANCE.—Each year, in order to augment the funds of the Parish Institute, the Reading-room Committee make arrangements for a series of dances to be held. The first of the series took place on Thursday in the Reading-room. The music was supplied by Mr. J. B. Brownson, Chester. The committee propose that the second dance be held about Christmas.

MOLD. "COUNT TOLSTOI.The Mold Cosmopoli- tan Society continues to pursue its successful course, and at the weekly meeting on Tuesday Mr. Robert Bryan. of Carnarvon, delivered a lecture on "Count Tolstoi." Mr. Bryan is a traveller, musician and poet of repute, and reopintlv oame into greater prominence as an adjudicator at the National Eistedfodd at Rhvl. and as chair- man of the Musical Committee in connection with the Pan-Celtic Congress. The chair was occupied by Mr. W. Lloyd Parry. B.A.. headmaster of the County School. Mr. Bryan dealt in an able and sympathetic manner with the life and ideals of Tolstoi, his lecture being followed with the closest attention by a crowded attendance. Remarks followed by Messrs. Edw. Edwards, Thos. Roberts, and E. P. Edwards, paid the Rev. R. E. Roberts! the comments of Mr. E. P. Edwards (the founder of the society) being oontained in an address of great ability. Ten new members were nominated and accepted.

WREXHAM. DISCOVERY OF CHINA CLAY.-A most important discovery of china clay has been made at Coedpoeth, near Wrexham. The clav has been tested by experts, and is declared to be the best china clay in North Wales. A company is to be formed to work the clay, and it has been resolved to invite the Great Central and London and North- Western Railway Companies to extend their systems to Coedpoeth, where at present the Great Western Railway Companv has a monopoly. EMBEZZLEMENT.—On Monday at Wrexham, William Angus Fraser was charged with embezzling certain moneys belonging to Rosenthal Brothers, for whom he had acted as manager of a tailors* business at 7, Hill-street, Wrexham. Mr. M'Keevor, Manchester, instructed by Mr. R. W. Glascodine, Wrexham, prosecuted, and said the total deficiency was over S50. The defendant pleaded guilty, and be was fined 40s. and costs or in default one month's imprisonment. MAGISTRATES' CLERK 42 YEARS.—On Monday before the ordinary business at the Wrex- ham Borough Police Court was commenced, the Mayor, Mr. E. Birkett Evans, who presided over a. large attendance of magistrates, said he was desired to congratulate their esteemed clerk, Mr. J. Allington Hughes, upon the completion of forty- two years' service as their clerk, aud to ask his acceptance of an address, signed by all the borough magistrates, expressing their appreciati-n of his valuable services. The Clerk feelingly replied. INTO THE LION'S DEN.-On Monday at Wrexham George Blackwell, Lodge, Brymbo, was fined 10s. and costs for being drunk and disorderly. The prisoner. while walking aiong Regent-street on Sunday evening, challenged two gentlemen, stand- ing outside the County Buildings to fight. These proved to be the Deputy Chief Constable of Denbighshire and Inspector Beresford, and know- ing that the prisoner had previously assaulted a constable, he was promptly locked up. The clerk He walked right into the lion's den. (Laughter.)

ARMY AND VOLUNTEERS. ROYAL WELCH.—In the 2nd V.B. the Royal Welch Fusiliers, Capt. F. W. Stubbs was on Friday night eazetted major: Lieut. T. J. Ravnes captain. CHESHIRE OFFICER HONOURED.-The "London Gazette" of Friday night contained a. despatch dated August 21, 1903, from Mr. L. Probyn, at that time Acting High Commissioner of Southern Nigeria, describing the military operations. which took place in that Protect,orate between Julv 7, 1902, and June, 1903. In addition to the officers whose names appear in the Honours List mention is specially made of, among others, Captain E. L. Roddy (Cheshire Regiment).

Mr. William Jones, provision merchant. Bridge- street, Chester, has purchased the first prize (silver medal) Cheshire cheese at the recent Cheshire Farmers' Dairy Show. Mr. Jones is also sole agent in Chester for Harris's celebrated Wiltshire bacon. PREFERMENT FOR THE REV. C. HYL- TON STEWART.—Intimation was on Thursday morning received from the Rev. Charles Hvlton Stewart, vicar of New Brighton, by the church- wardens of Bathwick, Bath, that he had accepted the living from the patron, Captain Forester. Mr. Stewart was formerly organist of Chichester and precentT of Chester Cathedral. FEEBLE-MINDED CHILDREN.—The annual meeting of the Lancashire and Cheshire Society for the Permanent Cure of the Feeble-Minded was held on Wednesday, at the Manchester Town Hall. The committee reported that the year had been marked by one serious disappointment—a friend offered to present the society with a house suitable for the training of girls after they had left the special schools, but a tenant on the estate objected to such a use being made of the premises, and the committee found it impossible to avail themselves of it. There was urgent necessity for such a home, both for boys and girls. Year by year these poor children were discharged from the day schools, and, having no place of refuge, must inevitably come to grief. The schools at Sandlebridge were full. and cases had to be const&ntly refused owing to lack of accommodation. The Lord Mayor (Sir. T. T. Shann), who presided, said the association was only at the commencement of its responsibilities, as it was intended to afford a permanent asylum to the boys and girls of the school when they reached maturity. The various speakers appealed for financial assistance for the society. A TAME COVEY.—A correspondent writes to "The Field "During a visit to Norfolk last week for partridge driving I was considerably astonished at the tameness of a covey of partridges. Early one morning my hostess gave a call and there came immediately from the fields twenty-five partridges which began flying round her like pigeons. Directly she held up her hand down they all went, quite close to her, and allowed her to stroke their backs. She told me that if any shoot- ing is going on she calls them all round her in the fields and they take not the slightest notice 9f the guns, however near they may be. When the danger is over she gives them a sign to return to the roots. Have any of your readers known a similar case ? I may add that these birds were hatched under a bantam hea, and the lady possesses a. wonderful power over all wild birds.—E.M.A. fit is curious how history repeats itself. In "The Field of Oct. 1, 1881, will be found an account of a tame covey of partridges, reared under a bantam hen, taking to the fields by day and returning to be fed. Other cases of domesticated partridges am reported in Tiae Field" of Feb. 7, 1891, April 8. 1803, and March 3, 1894.—ED. THE FIELD."]

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