Flintshire Observer Mining Journal and General Advertiser for the Counties of Flint Denbigh

The Address in the Commons.—We are in a position to state that the mover of the Address in the .House of Commons, at the opening of Parliament, will be Lord Richard Grosvenor, M.P. for the county of Flint. It is rumoured that the seconder will be Mr. Goschen, M.P. for the city of London. Flint.—Destructive Fire at Pextraftrndats.- About half-past three on the morning of Friday week, a Are was discovered in the wood turning mills of Messrs. Richard Gardner and Co., at Pentre, about half a mile from the town of Flnit. An alarm was immediately raised, nnd a number of men from the AlkaH Works of Messrs. Smith and Mawdsley, in the immediate neighbourhood, with several of the men employed at the turning mills, who live near the spot, were own in attendance, and great exertions were made to stop the ravages of the flames; but about five o'clock the roof fell in with a tremendous crash, and all hopes of saving any of the valuable stock of machinery was at an end. Great fears were entertained for a time that the houses on the opposite aide of the road, and a thatched cottage adjoining, would have taken fire, the heat being so great that the paint on the doors and Window shutters was blistered. Too much Gmao cannot be awarded to Messrs. Smith and awdpley for their personal exertions on the occasion, and for tne valuable aid in directing the attention of the persons present to those places were their services were most needed. The origin of the fire is not known. The premises and stock were insured in the Provincial Insurance Office, but Messrs. Gardner and Co. will, notwithstanding, be losers to a large amount. This melancholy event has thrown about sixty persons out of employment. The want of a fire engine was very much felt on this occasion. There was a plentiful supply of water close at hand, but for the want of an engine it was comparatively useless. It is to be hoped that this catastrophe will be sufficient to awaken the Town Council of Flint to a sense of the necessity of providing an engine tor the use of the town and neigh- bourhood. mt.-RftA Flintshire Rifle Foluntewo.- On Sunday this corps attended Divine Service at the Parish Chintsh for the first time. They assembled at the Town Hall at ten o'clock under the command of Lieutenant Taylor, whence, led by their excellent band, they proceeded to church. Flintshire Voluntem.- Comtn *un*m signed fy the QwfWt Int Administrative Battalion of Flint- shire B. V.—B. G. W. Wrench, Esq., late lieutenant 17th Foot, to be Adjutant. St. Asgh.dnnual Supper.—Thomas Kyffin Roberb, Zsq., auditor to the Vale of Clwyd Railway Company, invited the officials thereof, to the number of twenty-five, to supper at his residence, Elwy Place, on Thursday Evening the 14th instant. Everything was in abundance and the vianda well cooked. After the cloth wis removed-toast, sentiment and song followed itt quick succession—and every one left at an early ho^r, much pleased with the treat they had been afforded that fTtting. Prestatyn.—Treat fa the Church Choir and School Tewhws.-On Wednesday evening, the 20th inst., the church choir and Sunday school teachers of this new parish were entertained by the Rev. Enoch Rbye James, the clergyman of the parish, at an ex- cellent supper. The feast was laid out in the National Schoolroom, and consisted of roast and boiled beef and plum pudding in great abundance. The table was also well garnished with fruit. After due justice had been done to the viands, the evening was pleasantly varied with the usual toasts and speeches. Several songs in English and Welsh were* excellently sang by various members of the choir. The churchwardens ably supported Mr. James on this as on all other occa- sions, and many mutual pledges were exchanged between those present, that as in the past so in the future, they would all do what they could in their respective stations, not only to keep the ground already occupied by the church in this new parish, but with God's blessing to go forward increasing her work. We would heartily wish to see every parish bleesed with the active support of so many lay helpers as have been brought together in this new parish. There were pre- sent at this happy entertainment thirty adults and eleven chorister boys. »

FLINTSHIRE DISPENSARY. THE General Annual Meeting of the Committee and Subscribers of the above Institution was held on Wednesday last. Subjoined is the report of the Com- mittee; and the General Statement of the Accounts and the operations of the Dispensary, prepared by the Honorary Secretary, Mr. Edward Jones, is now being published and will shortly be issued to the Subscribers. THE REPORT. At the close of another year. the Committee of the Flintshire Dispensary have the pleasure of presenting to the Subscribers and Friends of the Institution its Thirty-ninth Annual Report, accompanied with their assurance, that the Charity continues to fulfil the benign object of its founders and supporters with undiminished efficiency. This assurance is fully con- firmed by the accompanying details, to which the Com- mittee invite the Subscribers' attention. The past year has been one of considerable sickness, and consequent suffering among the poor; and the demands upon the means of the Institution have been unceasing:—and if these demands could be witnessed by a larger portion of the well-to-do inhabitants of the County, the Committee feel assured that a more general measure of support would be afforded to it. Indeed but for the munificent donation of Mr. Price Maurice. of Adelaide, (formerly of Whitford,) which the Com- mittee most gratefully acknowledge, the Institution would have been in debt at the close of the year, instead of having a small surplus. As a record of their sentiments the Committee have placed Mr. Maurice on the list of Vice-Presidents. The Committee feel called upon to record the very efficient services rendered to the Charity by the House Surgeon, Mr. K. M. Lloyd, under the directions of the Honorary Surgeons, being rassured that it is to the joint attention and skill of its medical officers that the Institution is mainly indebted for its success. In concludng their Report, with grateful thanks to the Subscribers and Donors, the Committee beg respect- fully to remind them that as a paid Collector is not employed, the prompt payment of Subscriptions into the North and South Wales Bank, would great help those gentlemen who kindly act as Collectors." —

HOLYWELL. GRAND OONCERT. On the 14th inst., Mr. Field, organist of the parish Church, gave his first Concert, an we are happy to state it wasattended with every success. The assembly room ot the Boyal and White Horse Hotel, where the concert took place, was well filled, the reserved seats being all occupied by the principal residents of the town and neighbourhood. The services of Miss Caffrey, Messrs. Towers, Birkett, and Baron, comprising the Blackburn Orpheus Glee and Madrigal Union, were engaged for the occasion.—Mr. Field presiding at the piano, and Mr. J. T. Field, (late one of Dr. Mark's little men,) per- formed a solo on the flute. The programme presented a pleasing selection, and Miss Caffrey's singing was duly appreciated. Mr. Birkett also materially contributed to the evening's proceedings, and both he and Miss Caffrey were repeatedly encored. The favourite song of 44 Tell me, my heart," by Miss Caffrey, was well received, as was also "Simon the Cellarer," by Mr. Birkett. The humourous Serenade 44 Maiden fair, 0 deign to tell," by Messrs. Baron, Towers, and Birkett, afforded much merriment, and was again called for. This composi- tion possesses considerable dramatic character and humour. The scene is laid in one of the German towns, where two Students are supposed to be serena- ding a Nymph under her window; they are overheard by the Papa or u guardian," who threatens them with the "durance vile" unless they depart. The deep and querulous tones of the old man add much to the humour of the Serenade. Home sweet Home was artistically given as a solo on the piano by Mr. Field, and his performance upon this occasion evidently be- spoke that Mr. Field is a pianist of no mean preten- sions. The catch "Would you know my Celia's charms" was well sung by Messrs. Baron, Towers, Birkett, and Field, and upon being re-demanded was a second time given. God bless the Prince of Wales" was effectively rendered as a glee by all the vocalists, and the concert was brought to a close by God save the Queen," the solo being well taken up by Miss Caffrey. It is but right we should here state that Mr. Towers, unfortunately iras suffering from a cold, but notwithstanding he acquitted himself very creditably. We trust that should Mr. Field favor us with another musical entertainment, he will have a full house," and we would here add, that as our organist, and a youthful musical aspirant, he well deserves the sup- port and patronage of the general public.

THE LATE JOHN DAWSON, ESQ. THE remains of this lamented gentleman were interred in the family vault, in Meliden Church- yard, on Saturday, the 16th inst. The funeral cortege comprised, in addition to deceascd's relatives, most of the leadiug families of the neighbourhood, among whom we may mention Sir Pyers Mostyn, Bait., who thus testified his respect to his late tried and honest Agent. The late Mr. Dawson was born on the 5th of December, 1784, and consequently was in his 801h year, and had for a period of 42 years discharged the duties of agent to the house of Talacre with the strictest fidelity, wining thereby not only the confidence of his employers, but also the respect of all, with whom he tas acquainted. During Mr. Dawson's connection with the Talacre family he had witnessed three generations of that ancient house, and we are happy to add that he is succeeded by his nephew, Mr. John Dawson, in the agency of the Talacre estates..

Hol-yweU.-The Railway Omnibus.—We are pleased to state thatthe omnibus which had recently discontinued running between Holywell and the Station, in consequence of a demand for toll being made each time it passed through the Greenfield Toll Bar, has again commenced running, and leaves the King's Head Hotel as usual. The great facilities and accommo- dation provided by the 'bus have now been more than ever realised, and although the fare has been raised to 8d., in consequence of the tolls being much higher than were formerly paid, we doubt not that the public will readily support a public conveyance which evidently must contribute to the welfare of the town. -HolyweU.-4th Flintshire Rifle Volunteers., —This Corps was liberally entertained by the officers on Saturday week last, to a most excellent supper, at the Royal and White Horse HoteL The Company assembled on parade at three o'clock and proceeded on a march-headed by their excellent brass band- under the command of Sub-Lieutenant Wolstenholme, The supper took place at half-past six, and after due justice had been done to the good things provided, the' cloth was removed and flowing bowls of punch were introduced. The chair was occupied by Lieutenant Crockford, supported on his right by Dr. Davies, Honorary Surgeon, and on his left by Ensign Ashwin; the vice-chair Being ably filled by Mr. Wolstenholme. The evening was pleasantly diversified by song, toast, and sentiment, and the proceedings were brought to a close by singing the National Anthem, all being well pleased with their entertainment. Bailway Bills.-On Wednesday week the following complied with the Standing Orders:—Flint- shire—For a system of railways in Flintshire at an estimated cost of 1100,010 and power to borrow £ 100,000. Also Hoylake, to extend the line from Hoylake to Mostyn, in Flintshire; to raise £ 600,000 aod borrow £ 166,000.

16- ■ ■ JUDGING from present appearances we fear the interesting ceremony of laying the foundation stone of our proposed Town Hall is very distant Thia^ circumstance is muchi to-.l$Te* now exists, any attempt to^B^c^rcrv^ ments will be attended.with but;poor chance of success. It is therefore much to be desired that something should be done to bring about a closer union among our present Com- missioners, but here a grave difficulty presents itself. The "Ups" naturally cling to their cause, and as naturally do the "Downs" cling to theirs. It is therefore evident that a third party must come to the rescue, and we would wish if our landed proprietors would see the necessity of acting as mediators and by some liberal offeif settle the vexed ques- tion of a market site. It is tar from our wish to dictate as to what should be done by those who, as landlords, must be as much interested in the town as any person residing therein; we would, however, here remark that the question of erecting a covered Market is now engrossing public attention in a town similar to our own across the Dee, and a noble lord who there reigns supreme, is expected not only to part with his claims to the market tolls there for a nominal sum, but also to present a site, and other- wise promote the erection of the proposed Market, the expense of which is estimated at £1,200. That we should expend a large sum in purchasing a site and also another in the erection of a Market, we, for our own part, would never willingly consent to, especially at the present moment, when our Market is so very much reduced to what it was. A covered Market, there can be no doubt, is very greatly required, but the expenditure of 23,000 or £ 4,000 in one improvement only is a question that needs great consideration, and we doubt whether our need of such is so great as to warrant so large an expenditure. That we are in need of a large Assembly Room for public meetings and entertainments, all must admit, but we would again say, it is questionable whether our wants in this respect would justify a burthensome tax upon the rate- payers to make good our deficiency. We believe, though, that it is the intention of our Commissioners to repay the capital they may borrow in terminable annuities, and if the capital is borrowed, we would respectfully suggest that the annuities be made to run over as many years as possible, so that the debt may be de- frayed by present and future ratepayers, for improvements now made will yield advantages to those who in years to come may compose the residents of Holywell. If, as by some parties it was advacned a little while ago, that the Market would be self-supporting, perhaps the fairest plan would be to borrow on the security of the Market receipts, if such proposition could be carried out, for in that case no ratepayer, whether resident in the town or suburbs, would have cause to com- plain. The same proposition has also been propagated with respect to the Well —and if the receipts of the Well would pay thp interest* of money expended on its improvements, and more too, then we would say, let the money be obtained on that security. These are questions that deserve the attention of all parties concerned, for it is very desirable that public works of every description should, if possible, be made self-supporting. The suggestions as to obtaining the means to build our Market and improve our Well are those which some years ago were thrown out, and if they were then deemed of great importance, let them by all means have our attention now. The salutary advice to individuals to "keep out of debt," is equally applicable to public bodies, and if our improvements are to involve us in pecuniary difficulties, we had better be without them. ♦

A NEW WAR. FoR months past Southern Europe has been looking with eager eyes towards the North, where storm-clouds have been gathering, and there is reason to fear that the thunders of war have began to reverberate at last. Austria and Prussia have long had a quarrel with Denmark with respect to the duchies of Schleswig and Holstein, and the death of the King of Denmark has, we regret to see, preci- pitated a war which no one can even prophesy the end. The complicated ques- tions involved in the quarrel need not here be examined but the" situation" j' which they have developed is alarming indeed. Austria and Prussia, on the 16th of the present month, presented an ulti- 8J' matum to JJenmarK, requiring tne witn- drawal of the law passed by the King and the Parliament. There* were scarcely the Parliament. There' were scarcely three days* grace; the 18th was to be, in fact, the last day on which Denmak would 1 be allowed to accede to this; and in default of her doing so, -Austria and Prussia threatened an immediate occupa* tion of the duchy of Schleswig. :.>. There is some doubt about the ultimate object of this determined attitude on the part of Austria and Prussia. They assert that they intend it to lead to a pacific solution; but common sense repudiates such an idea. An estate, we will say, is in dispute. A strong man ousts the weak possessor, and then, meanwhile, firmly grasping the territory, proposes to nego- tiate a pacific solution. But even this is a weak illustration. Austria and Prussia propose not the negotiation of diplo- macy, but the arbitrament of the sword. Had the "pacific solution" been aimed at, surely time might have been given to Denmark to take counsel with her allies or propose an European conference. The truth is that the two German Powers, 'jfe 0? their brute force, have taken into their own hands, and are declaring to the world that they intend to act- w The good old Jaw, the simple plan, That they should take who have the power, And they should keep who can. The position of England so far as its Royal Family is concerned, is a somewhat delicate one with reference to this ques- tion, and had the same influence being now wielded by our Kings and Queens as in former ages, the tocsin of war would probably have been sounded at our own doors ere this. Prussia and Denmark are at enmity with each other. Our Princess has now become a naturalized Prussian, and Den- mark's Princess has become a naturalized Englishwoman. How then will England act ? Will her sympathies go with her Princess or with the wife of her future Kino- ? These are questions which years ago might and would have been asked, but thanks to the enlightened policy which has given to England a constitution of Queens, Lords, and Commons, these ques- tions will not be asked, and the Country's welfare and not the mere party feelings of even Royalty will be the guiding element as to what England will or will not do. If Denmark have to stand single- handed against the two German Powers there can be littleldoubt as to the result. The entire army of the Danes did not in 1849 exceed 40,000, and it has not been very largely increased since then. The Danes have, however, constructed power- ful lines of defence, and it is jnst possible that the invading Germans may for a long time be kept at bay, with considerable loss to themselves. But such resistance can scarcely be expected to last long. Almost everything depends on the atti- tude assumed by other European Powers. England has all but promised, if not actually promised, that the entry of the German Powers into the disputed duchies shall be regarded as an attempted viola- tion of the balance of power as adjusted by treaty. The tone of Earl Russell's dispatches shows, in fact, the attitude that England would feel itself called upon to assume. It is, therefore, with deep anxiety that we look to the issue of the present conflict.

MINING INTELLIGENCE. GARBXQ (Flint).—Matters seem to be rapidly im- proving at this mine. By recent accounts a branch in a winze below the 20 had become worth 6 cwts. of lead per fathom, with prospects of early improvement. Other points are producing more or less ore, and every- thing is looking very encouraging. BUYN GWIOO.—In passing through bere a few days since, I was agreeably surprised to see and hear of the improving state of this mine, especially the bot- tom levbl, and the lode in the engine-shaft which is now being sunk in the white bearing lime rock, and producing three tons of lead ore, or in value aboutL46 per fathom. It is generally supposed, taking the sur- rounding mines as a criterion, that large masses of lead ore will be discovered as the shaft is being pene- trated into the bearing measures of lime rock. The manager's report of this week will, no doubt, appear in the Journal, confirmatory of the information which 1 now give to you. A whim-engine and crusher is now being erected, and pretty nearly completed, to make marketable the large quantity of poor ore, or dredge work, which has been accumulating at the surface since the commencement of operations by the present company this will considerably increase the monthly return. This, with the greatly improved £ rice of lead ore, will soon place this mine in the lividend List. The price of these shares is about £ 35 to X36, and should be considered as merely nominal, when compared with many other mines. The 50 tons of lead, sold on Thursday week, realized the very high price of £ 15 15s. Sd. per ton, or £ 735 15*. for the parcel, and will leave a profit of nearly £ 400 on the month's working. Messrs. Walker, Parker, and Co. were thepurchasers. GOLD IN WALRB.-The following Gold has been re- ceived by the Vigra and Clogan Copper M ining Com- pany since Dec. 30:—103 OZB. 3 dwts., from 6 cwts. 2 qrs. 24lbs. of quartz. The large wheel having been stopped by the severe frost, there are no returns from poor ore during the past fortnight.—R. GILLMAN, Man- aging Director.—At Viae A AND CLOGAU, it is reported that 62 OIS. of gold were obtained from 901bs. weight I of quartz, and 67 oze. from 339 lbs. weight; 103 ozs. 2 dwts. were extracted from 5 cwts. 2 qrs. 24lbs.— PlUNOB or WALKS MINB: A fine discovery of silver lead has been made here.—CWMHEISIAN: Splendid lead.—At CASTBLL CAlUi DocHRAN (near Bala Lake) the lode has been cut in the level, and specks of gold found. The lode of compact quartz, about 2 ft. wide. -At GWYNFYNYDD the lode has been cut in the level, and found rich in gold.—At TYNYBBNRHOS a pepita of gold has been found in the Mawddach, weighing 19 grs. It is much water worn, and probably came from Cwmheisian or North Dolfrwynug. Ticketing for Ores at THE KING'S HEAD HOTEL, HOLYWELL, January 28th, 1864. Tons Price per ton. Mount Pleasant 6 14 3 0 Hendre Ucha 18 14 18 6 Bryngwyn 13 16 0 0 Ditto 6 15 0 0 Pantymwyn 9 12 16 0 North Henblas 25 13 1 0 East pant du 8 14 16 0 Llanerchyraur 12 14 11 0 Caylan 11 13 10 6 Roman Gravels 21 14 6 6 Dylife 63 14 17 6 Dyfngwm 121.. 14 7 0 EXHIBITION CLOCK.—"The entire finish is of the highest caste." DAILY NEWS, May 29, 1862. Clocks designed by the first artists of the day for the drawing room, dining room, bed room, library, hall, staircase, bracket, carriage, church, turrette railways, waiehouse, counting house, musical and astronomical. Church and turret clocks specially estimate for. Ueneon a illustrated pampnlet on clocks (free by post tor two stamps) with descriptions and prices, enables those who live in any part of the world to seoleot a clock. Also a short pamphlet on Cathedral and public clocks, free for one stamp. Prize Medal and honourable mention in classes 33 and 15. J. W. Benson, IS anf 34, Ludgate Hill, London, Established 1749. Watch and Clock Maker by Special Warrant of Appointment to H.B.B. The Pirnce ot Wales. Hollotcay's Ointment and Pill*.—Never neglect. Cold.—It is painful to hear of the many fatal cases which commenood with the ordinary symptoms of a common cold. Holloway's Ointment rubbed upon the back and chest prevents all disastrous consequences; it soothes the inflamed lining of both throat and chest. After rubbing in the ointment for a few days, the pectorial irritation and the tightness of breathing diminish, the cough becomes looser and less frequent, and the phlegm is oxpeetorated with less difficulty, till the lunge become free and respiration natural. All subject to take oold from slight exposure to varying temperatures, will find Holloway's Soothing Ointment and Purifying Pills an effective safeguard against pleurisy, bronchitis, asthma, and consumption.

CORRESPONDjBITCB. W* mmotaw Ourwk-mp.xWkfw-tU "iotu of our Correspondents. To the Editor of the Flintshire Observer." SIR,—In your impression of the 15th inst., was inserted a letter from An old Inhabitaijt," in which he sets forth his views respecting the vexed question of the Market Site, and also some remarks Respecting the Trade of the Town and its Inhabitants. I will thank you to insert "Another old Inhnbitinft" views on the same subjects, which I will dissect in the order am they occurred in hia letter, and leave the cats- parera of Holywell to judge for themselves as to the truthfulness of the subjects he discussed. He commences by stating what every one knows perfectly well, that the Board have decided upon the site, and have purchased property to the aihount of 2700 in the King's Arms premises, and that therefore the so-called lower end party ought to accept their de- feat like men. In reply to which I beg to inform him that the "fag" end of the town party are not going to accept their defeat, they are defending their just rights from those who have endeavoured to rob them; and as they have justice, law, and right on their side, they have reason to expect to be victorious. Besides the case as regards the site is now entirely changed, and the lower, or High street site, has become by far the cheapest, as I will prove beyond all dispute. This Old Inhabitant" has, as above stated, informed your readers that JE700 worth have already been purchased of the King's Arms property, but he has designedly omitted to inform your readers what the expense pf the other portion of the property would cost the ratepayers, which omission I will make up by informing him and the ratepayers that if he gets it at L1200 he may con- gratulate himself upon having got it cheap, as litiga- tions in these matters are not to be had for nothing, especially when the Parish Purse is to be the payer, and thus it will be seen the site alone would cost Ligoo. The other site can be had for about 41000v on which a market can be erected at at least one-third less cost, and will bring in at least one-third more revenue from the tolls than if erected at the extreme end of the town. The nex t thing that an Old Inhabitant" endea- vours to impose on the ratepayers is that the removal of the market will not injure property, reduce rents, or interfere with business,—his arguments on this point are so much at variance with common sense, that no man of business will for a moment entertain such notions. I ask him to inform us what it is that constitutes the value of property in different parts of the town, for he surely will not maintain that a business premises in Bagillt-street or Well-street is of the same intrinsic value as one of equal size and convenience in High-street. And why is it that all business establishments situated in the greatest thoroughfares are more valuable than those erected at the outskirts, or bye lanes, and why are soeh .high prices given for the good-will of places of business that are erected in commanding situations? The answer is obvious, the traffic in any street in a town answer is obvious, the traffic in any street in a town increases the value of propertv in that street, and the removal of such traffic which tne market creates at the fag end of Holywell, will in the same ratio reduce the value of property there, and interfere with business of every description. The next thing that an old inhabitant'' is at a loss to understand is, why some of the premises in High- street are not doing so well as in bygone days. Alas 1 I fear that his memory does not serve him, or he is not aa old inhabitant," or he would not have been at a loss to account for this falling off. Is he not old enough to recollect the palmy days of Holywell, when there was scarcely a grocer's or draper's shop within ten miles of Holywell, when the cotton factories and mines and collieries of the neighbourhood were in a flourishing condition, and most of the earnings of these were spent in the town on the market day,—is there any difficulty in accounting for this falling off, especially in the centre of High-street, as the market day is the mainstay of the High- street tradesmen, and the removal of which will further reduce the value of property, and consequently interfere with business. •'An old Inhabitant" further informs us that there are dingy-looking tumble-down buildingsia High street. I here agree with him, and have also to inform him that these are the very premises that the fag end party have all along maintained should be appropriated for the Market site. If improvement is what is re- quired, combined with usefulness, pull these down and erect a market thereon, where the original market toll-house still stands, and it wm De an lmpruveMJcnt 1 in every sense; whereas the taking down of the Kings Arms would be the destruction of one of the best look- ing buildings in the town. ,An Old Inhabitant" is at a loss to know why there are no grocer's shops on the south side of High street. Does he suppose that men live on grocers' shops alone? Is not that side of the street filled up with other needful establishments ? Had he been a keen observer he would have learned that grocers' shops are generally at or near the extreme end of small towns. I next notice the reason why some of the drapeis and grocers who were settled down at the top end did not remove when there were empty premises at the lower end. To satisfy his curiosity I will inform him that it was Hobson's choice,they took up their abode at the top end when there were no empty pre- mises suitable for them below. With regard to the watchmakers being at the top end, he ought to know that it matters little where they are situated in a small town like Holywell, but I daresay that even a watch- maker would much rather have his shop near a market than at a distance. "An Old Inhabitant" closes his great secret by informing his readers that the bulk of the business done in High Street at or near the market site is the dealing in intoxicating drinks, I wil give his own words,—he says—44 It is here that Sir John B_leF- MtgOi ftinvyamA ilfi lift* Kora (UAAAd hi, wares broadcast, as spider's webs on an autumnal morning,—and the market must not be removed to the detriment of my interest." Now, sir, this is the language of an 44 old inhabitant" who, it is presumed, has lived a large period of his life in Holywell, and who can advance no reason for his faise and scurrilous language beyond the spleen which he nnds vent in busily and fouly endeavouring to injure those class of tradesmen who have opposed him in removing the market from its original site, to a place where it would probably enhance his own interests. He calls his adversaries-u selfish clamorers." I fling back the charge with contempt in his face, and will leave the ratepayers of Holywell to judge who are the 44 selfish clamorers." Those who defend their just rights, or they who would deprive others of those rights for their own benefit ? Will an 44 old inhabitant" close his eyes to the fact that wherever a market is held there also are public houses established, and if so why is he so desirous of removing these, what he considers, nuisances from the lower end to his own door. Yours truly, ANOTHER OLD INHABITANT. -0

To the Editor of the 44 Flintshire Observer HOLYWELL LOCAL BOARD,—" TO BE OR NOT TO BE ?" SIa,-By a recent Act of Parliament, I believe, any district may rid themselves of the adoption of the Local Government Act, providing two-thirds of the ratepayers are so disposed. The Local Government Act in Holywell has proved, as everyone must admit, a failure, and I think the question as to whether it should be continued or not should now be considered. As yet we have not been favored with any State- ment of the receipts and expenditure of the board,— though, if I well recollect, it was proposed at a meeting of the board some months ago, that the accounts should be published.-Yours truly, A RATEPAYER. January 18th, 1864.

To the Editor of the "Flinúhårø Observer." 8m,1 think in your last paper you have made a mistake in saying one only of the old volunteers of '98 remains. I welt remember many of them and their officers,-Major Sankey, Captain Smedley, (said to have been the finest and handsomest man in Holywell), and others; but it is clear you are not aware that a second and more effective batallion was formed from the Boys of Giles' school. Of these Dr. Simon's sons were the chief promoters and officers, also the sons of Mr. Simon, the liquoi merchant, and those of Mr. Harrison, their cousins, with my. old friends the son8 of Mr. Morris, the currier, those of Mr. Davies of the Black Hofse," and many others. We formed a strong force, and it may be supposed that when the powerful Emperor Napoleon heard of it, that he broke up his camp at Boulogne, and retired towards Germany; consequently Government no longer required the. services of the volunteers. We suffered the first batallion to retire, but waited some time before we left the service. At or towards the conclusion of our eminent services my friend, Mr. Jamea Simon, who now lives at the bottom of Green- field, near the old Abbey of Basingwerk, voluntarily, and without my solicitation, invalided me, and, I believe in compunction caused the drum to be sent to f?e, as a peace offering. Therefore I expect several of the old volunteers remain, and I could name one lady now living in Holywell, who, I think, could supply names. I remain, Mr. Editor, your hunMe servant, JNO. WHITEHI (Of Gronant,) 27th Jan. 1864) Hunter's 'mingbain. —°'V 1 Cow of letter to Isaac Taylor, 4ft to the I Provincial Insuranoe Comply Jit, from Messrs. Gardner & Co., Flint Pentre Mill, Flir 3rd, 1864. Isaac Taylor, Esq., DBAB Sm, Fire at Pentre MUl, flint. Will you please convey to tho Directors of the Provincial Insurance Company our thanks for the kind, prompt, and liberal manner in which they have settled our claim for damage at the late lire.-We are, Sir, Yours truly, (signed) GARDNER ft CO. ø

THE TALACRE HABBIEBS At 11.30, Monday, February 1st, The Travellers' Ins; Thursday, February 4th, Newmarket. Igeliden.-The remains of our much respected friend and neighbour Mr. Dawson, were interred hen on the 16th inat., amid the universal regret of the residents of this neighbourhood. The funeral service was jointly performed by the Rev. E. Hughes, Meliden, and the Bev. T. J. Hughes, Llsnasa. l £ c. John Price, i Albert House, Holywell, was entrusted with the funeral j arrangements, and most creditably performed his duties. —CoxKtnnGA.TKD. < HOLYWELL LOCAL B0 IN consequence of the thin attendance W memben the general adjourned meeting which Was to have taken place on Monday «week last, did not eotne off. 4 Boyal Academy of Knsio.—W& are glad to find that our talented young townsw^man, Miss Edith Wynne, was one ot the candiiUteaJelected for the Westmorland jSeholariship.of'.the Roval Academy of Music. The Competition too^place at the on| Monday, tnp ^tsi.'iU^, The following, professors composed the board of exafftinerl f<—Mr. Charles Lucas (chairman),' Mr.'John- Goes, Mr. P. R. Coat, Mr. 6. A. Macfarren, Mr. H. BlagYovej Mr. W. Doriell, and Mr. Walter Macfarren.. The. candidates elected were—for the Westmorland Scholarship, Miss Edith Wytte, (Eos Cytnta, Pedcegldes) i* the Potter Sxhibi* tion, Mr. K.fmitiQe.!

Birtlh 17th the wife 6f ItK William VilUMos, printer and stationer, JZotyfcrei^ of a daughter. » KarrUigei. 6th inst., at Hawardfen Church, to the Bev. Canon Glynne, Thomas, eldest son of the hie Mr. John Samuel, of IAFerpgol, to famw, eldest daughter of Mr. J. Grii&tha, Hawarder, Flintshire. 19th in at. at the Pariah Chsrsh, HolywuB, by the Rev. Canon Jones, vicai, .John, sen of MT WHUMH Jones, plasterer, to-Ann Jane, daughter of Ih. Junes Yates, of the same- town.. I Deftjth*. 9th inst., aged 67, Mrs. Jane Jones, wife of Mr. Edward Jones, Post Office, Mannenh. Her end was peace. 14th inst., at 17, Walter-street, Greenheys, Man- chester, in the 62nd year of her age, Eleanor, reliet of the late Mr. John Jones, relieving officer, HolywelL 22nd inst., at his re-dideum Greenfield, near Holy- well, aged 69, Mr. Gilbert Wood, formerly of Giossop, Derbyshire. 22nd inst., at Greenfield, Mrp. Margaret8toddart, aged 67 years.. 22nd inst., at Greenfield, Jlr. Thomas Hughes, aged 54 years. The deceased had been in the employ of Messrs. Newton, Keates, & Co. upwards of 40 vears. 24th fnBt., at his residence, High-street, Holywell, 1 Mr. Richard Lloyd, draper, aged 67 years. Mr. Lloyd was one of the al4«t tradesmen in th. taim And on the day of his interment every shop was partially closed in token of respect.

Flint, Holywelland Mostyn B4&ds,. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the General Annual Meeting of the Trustees, under an Act passed in the 26 & 27 Years of the Reign of Her Majesty Queen Victoria, intituled "An Act for more 44 effectually Repairing and Improving the Beveral 44 Roads comprized in the Flint, Holywell, and 44 Mostyn Districts 9t Roads; and for reviving and 44 extending the-powera for the construction of oertain II New Roads; and for other purposes," will take place at the House of Mr. FIULNCIS EDWABDS, the ROY AX AND WHITS HOBSB HOTWL» in the Town of HOLTWELL, on WBDNB#DAY, the 24ux day of Fssruakt next, at Twelve o'clock at Noon, for the purpose of receiving, auditing, and settling the Accounts of the Treasurer, Surveyor,- apd others employed in the receipt and expenditure of the Monies belonging to the said Trusts; and for transacting such other matters and things relating to the said Trusts aa may be required. And Notice is hereby further given. that the said Trustees will, at the time and place aforesaid, take into their consideration the expediency of reducing or whplLv tha Tolls on horses, beaota, and carriages employed in carrying or conveying Lime on such Roads for the improvement of Land, and also of making application, should they so determine, for the sanction of one of Her Majesty's principal Secretaries of State to such reduction, or wholly to take off such Tolls as aforesaid, such reduction or abolition to take place only from and after the 31st day of December, 1864, on which day the subsisting Contract for the farming of the Tolls will have expired. ,.« EDWARD J0NE8, Clerk to the Traatees. Holywell, 27th January, 1864. At Wern Hall, near Flint. TO BE SOLD BY AUCTION, BY MR. BELL, the premises aforesaid, on THrtwDAY, FzutUAKY- 4th, 1864, at 12 o'clock at noon, upwards of 700 IRON HURDLES, of veaious-siseo, in good order, and in Lots to suit purchasers. I Wern Hall is situate about 2 miles from the Flint Station, and 1 mile from the wineg. of X«»*hop. Auctioneer's offices, Well. street, Holywell, and Queen-street, Rhyl. 1. LANCASHIRE DISTBES8 FTOD. A MEETING of the Subscribers will be held at the A Local Board Room, Pan ton Place, on MOWDAT, YP the 8th of February, at 4 o'clock p. to examine the Accounts and to dispose of the Balance. The Collectors are respectfully requested to bring their collecting books with them. HUGH JONES, TrftMUTerfi R. SANKEY, Treasurers. NOTICE. ALL Persons having claims against the estate of the late WILLIAM DAVIES, Pentre issa', Bagillt, are requested to send in their claims to me at the Parsonage, on or before Thursday, the 4th day of February, 1864. J. E. JONES, Executor. MR. J. M. FIELD, Professor of Musie, Organist of the Pmrish Churei, HOLYWELL. BEGS respectfully to intimate that he receives JD Pupils for the Pianoforte, Organ, and Harmonium. Terms on application. J. M. F. also wishes to announce that he has opened an Agency, in connection with his father's; establish^ ment at Blackburn, for the sale of Pianofortes, Harmoniums, Sheet Music, and every other Article connected with the Musio Trade, and solicits an inspection. Sheet Musio at Half-price- Piqnoa repaired and tuned by the ,øar, or- Otherwise. CLABEMONT COTTAGE, Holywell, Qct, 21s^-1863. Printed and Published by the Proprietors, JAMES DAVIES and EDWARD JONES DAVIES.