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

Lord and Lady Malmesbury yesterday opened the new- Undercliff-drive and pro- menade, a mile and a half long, from Bournemouth Pier to Boscombe Pier, con- I structed at a cost of £ 60,000. j

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Births, Marriages and Deaths. MARRIAGES. ROBERTS—ELLIS.—At St. Mary's Par- ish Church, Flint, on May 31st, by the Rev. Wilfred Griffith, B.A., Mr. John Roberts, Gardener, Corris Lodge, Ban- gor, to Miss Elizabeth Jane Ellis, dau- ghter of Mr. Edwin Ellis, 56, Feather Street, Flint. HUMPHREYS—DAVIES.—On May 31st, at St. Mary's Parish Church, Flint, by the Rev. John Williams (senior curate), Mr. Alfred Hewitt Humphreys, Chester, to Marian Emma Davies, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Davies, Garden- er, Nant-y-Flint. FLAHERTY—MCCORMICK.—J une let, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, by the Very Rev. Canon Jennings, Mr. Tim- othy Flaherty, Roskell Square, to Miss Mary Ann McCormick, Johnson Street. DEATHS. HUGHES.—On May 30th, at Maendy, Church Lane, Mold, Maria Hughes, aged 39. HUGHES.—On the 31st, ult., at Rose Lane, Mynvdd Isa, Sarah Hughes, aged 21. JONES.—On the 29th ult., at Railway Ter- race, Greenfield, Holywell, Augustus Jones, son of the late Capt. Thomas Jones and of Mrs. Jones, aged 28 years. MEARNS.—On the 28th ult., at Broncoed House, Mold, Margaret Mearns, aged 90. ROWLANDS.—On the 3rd inst., at 1, Mil- ford street, Mold, Joseph Rowlands, aged 64. TROTTER.—On the 2nd inst., at 3, St. Winefred's terrace, New road, Holywell Mary Elizabeth, daughter of the late Mr. Wm. H. Trotter, and of Mrs. Trot- ter, aged 31 years. Mr. and Mrs. WILLIAMS and Family at Gas Works House, Mold, wish to thank earnestly all their friends who have shown so much sympathy with them in their sad bereavement, and also for their many floral tributes. Mrs. R. JONES and Family desire to thank all friends and neighbours for floral tributes and kind expressions of sym- pathy shown towards them in their re- cent bereavement. Railway Terrace, Greenfield.

While James Widdup, the six-year-old son of Sutcliffe Widdup, of Bride-street, Todmorden, was taking his father's dinner to Adamroyd Mill he stopped to watch a carter unloading weft skips and an empty skip fell on the top of him. His skull was fractured and he died almost immediately.

|— M—BWkiilUWmiUHMMMBaBI I 11 1 YOU CAN LOSE NOTHING I Or rather you hava everything to gain by having your sight 9 carefully tested, as unless B convinced that the Spectacles B will be of service to you they B will not be supplied, and no ■ B charge is made fur examina- § a tion only. B B Medical attention is some- | times necessary, in which ea>e B you will be frankly advised to B see an Oculist. Our Sight- fl testing Department is in the B care of Mr. Leo Scbwarz, 3 D.BOA. (Member of the 3 British Optical Association). I,U A. SCHWAEE I and Sons, 9 M Jewellers & Cptic:arss, I 5 & 7, Whitfotd St., I HOLYWELL. _L..L. GWALIA." We are frequently asked what is the meaning of the word "Gwalia." In its correct signification it of course means "Wales," but in this particular instance it is the title v; a well-known firm of Welsh Clothiers The GwaHa Clothing Co., Ltd., who, starting with one small shop, are now, by reason of the quality of their goods, the low prices at which they are marked and their enterprising business methods, doing a large trade in a number of the principal towns in the Principality. They have ex- tended their operations to HOLYWELL, at the Ma.nchester" House, (opposite the Market Hall), which building has been altered and re-decorated and made suitable for carrying on an up-to-date Tailoring- and Outfitting- Business. These who wish to learn how it is that this firm has prospered so greatly are in- vited to visit their Holywell Establishment. and inspect their excellent STOCK OF CLOTHS which they make into Suits of the best kind, a really high class Tailoring at reasonable prices. They also keep a large stock of READY-MADE GOODS; and always stock the latest in HATS,. CAPS, SHIRTS, COLLARS; in fact Everything for Men's & Boys' wear. Please give them a call. Messrs. WILLIAMSON & Co. Electrioal Engineers, 138, NORTHCAFE ST., CHESTER Estimates Free. Telephone 455.

-+: The Newcastle Town Council yesterday expressed agreement with the principle of the Daylight Saving Bill. Twelve vessels were launched on the Tyne in May, compared with nine last year, the total to date for the year being 37, com- pared with 40.

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"10. FFYNNONGROEW. WESLEYAN PREACHING MEETINGS. The annual preaching meetings in con- nection with Bethania W elsh Wesleyan Chapel, Ffynnongroew, commenced on Sat- urday evening and continued throughout Whit-Sunday. The special preachers were the Rev. W. R. Roberts, Llangollen, and the Rev. D. R. Thomas, Flint.

QUEENSFEHKY. ATTEMPTED TO BOARD A MOVING TRAIN. At the Chester Police Court on Friday morning, before Mr. W. H. Denson, Mr. Sneyd Kynnerslcy, Dr. Fitzgerald, and Mr. H. B. Dutton, John Morris, Queen's Aven- ue, Queensferry, was charged with attempt- ing to enter a L. and N.-W. Railway train whilst in motion on the 11th Apt-il.-iNIr. Moore appeared for the prosecution, and said the defendant admitted the charge. The facts of the ease were that on April 11th defendant came rushing with two other men to catch the 11-15 p.m. train from Ches- Iler to Rhyl. The train was moving quickly out. of the station. The two other men stopped, but defendant got hold of the car- riage. When about 30 yards from the bridge he was stopped by a porter. It was utterly impossible to get into the train before it reached the bridge, and it was a great mercy that he was stopped in time or he would have been killed. He used disgusting lan- guage to the porter, and threatened to knock his face in.—Wm. Martin, a shunter in the employ of the L. and N.-W. Railway Com- pany, and Wm. Herbert Hill, porter, corro- borated. The train was going between 10 and 13 miles an hour. The defendant was not drunk, but he had had some drink.—The Chairman said that considering that the de- fendant used abusive language, and that hie life was possibly saved, he would be fined 10s. and costs.

GWESPYR. THE NEW SCHOOL. The new school at Gwespyr will be open- ed next Monday. From the programme of arrangements it is indicated that two hours are allowed for speeches. The opening will be at half-past ten in the morning, followed at one by luncheon and children's treat in in the afternoon. Mr. T. W. Hughes, chair- man of the Flintshire Education Committee, will perform the opening ceremony, and the names of a number of speakers are an- nounced..

r ¡ FLINT. l- f i ENGLISH "WESLEY AN CHAPEL. The Rev. Arthur Shipliam, of Mold, was the special preacher at the English Wesley- an Chapel on Sunday, when good congrega- tioiis were present. The collections at both services were devoted to the special fund. MUSIC IN THE SQUARE. The Town Band played some excellent selections in Trelawney-square on Saturday night. Large numbers of people came into town for chopping purposes, and crowds were to be seen continually around the bandstand. The Town Band, which is sup- ported by voluntary -subscriptions, is worthy of whole-hearted support. OAKENHOLT HOMING SOCIETY. The fourth old bird race in connection with the above Society was held on Satur- day. The birds were sent from Flint to Weymouth on Thursday last, and were libe- L. rated by Mr. J. Philpott at 11 a.m. on Sat- urday. Mr. Joseph Eeeles is to be congra- y tulated upon his birds' success in this race, Capturing the first, second, and third prizes. FORESTERS' DANCE. A dance was held in the Town Hall on Tuesday night, in connection with the local Lodge of Foresters. A large number at- tended. Mr W. M. Jones acted as M.C. The music was supplied by Messrs. Fen- wick's Band, Connah's Quay, and the re- freshments were supplied by Miss Williams, Railway Cafe. Mr R. D. Wass was in charge of the secretarial duties. A DAY AT BLACKPOOL. The annual excursion, held in connection with St. Catharine's Welsh Church, took place yesterday, when about one hundred members and friends journeyed to Black- pool, where several enjoyable hours were spent. The organiser, Mr. Rowland Ro- berts, as usual made excellent arrangements for the comfort of the excursionists, dinner and tea being provided at a well-known cafe on the front at Blackpool. CRICKET. The town cricket team journeyed to play Pontblyddyu Club on Saturday afternoon last. Tue visitors were defeated by 36 runs. On Whit-Monday Flint were the guests of the Halkyn Club, and were excel- lently entertained to dinner and tea. In the fust game FEd met with a severe de- feat, being in the minority by 140 runs. In the second innings Flint improved their score, making a tctai oi 128, but owing to pressure of time Haikyn did not bat. BOWLING. The Conservative Bowling Team met t'u.desw ocd .t Flint on Saturday last, and defeated the vis.tors (who are top of the League) by 01 points. On Monday they Journeyed to Buckley, when the Rose and Thistle Club gave the visitors a severe de- feat, their majority being 79. On Thursday la.st Dr. Tweml-.nv's team met the League team oii the Conservative Club's green. Ex- citing play was witnessed. The former team were defeated by 11 points. VOLUNTARY AID: ELECTION OF OFFICERS. A meeting of the local branch of the Vol- untary Aid Organisation was held in the Church of England Schools on Thursday last, for the purpose of election of officers. Miss Davies-Cooke, Mold, was present, and explained the duties of the various branches of the work. The following were elected:- Commandant, Mrs. Morris, Glanrafon; as- sistant commandant, Miss Summers, Cor- nish Hall; quartermaster, Mrs. J. Humphry Williams, St. Mary's Mount; assistant quartermaster, Mrs. C. E. Dyson, The Armoury; lady superintendent, Mrs. T. W. Hughes, Coleehill; cooks, Miss Evans (Pen- dre), Miss Lombard, Miss Hughes (Mount i Villa). About twenty ladies signed the necessary declaration, and now that the local detachment is placed on a sound basis, there is no doubt it will soon attain a high I state of efficiency. HAWARDEN CASTLE HOMING SOCIETY. The fourth old bird race in connection with the above Society was flown on Satur- day from Bournemouth, 119 birds being liberated at 10 a.m. in fine weather. The first bird was clocked at 6 p.m., having 'made a poor velocity. Results:—1, Mr. J. Doyle; 2, Mr. G. Welsh; 3, Mr. E. Beck; 4, Mr. H. Parry; 5, Mr. J. Ellis ;6, Mr. W. Hyde; 7, Mr. T. Jones; 8, Mr. P. Parry. CINDERELLA FUND. On Whit-Tuesday six boys and four girls acted as collectors in aid of the Cinderella Fund. The sum of Pl lis. lOd. was col- lected, and handed to the hon. treasurer to be lodged in the fund's account at the L.C. and M. Bank. The boy's prize, a watch (presented by Councillor J. H. Nuttall) was won by Sebastian Hill, who collected 5s., and the girl's prize, a wristlet watch (pre- sented by an anonymous donor) was won by Miss Gertrude Williams, Police Station, who collected 8s. 5^d. C.L.B. On Whit-Monday the members of the Flint Coy. of the C.L.B. attended the Bat- talion Parade at Hawarden Park. The lads, over 20 in number, and under the charge of the Rev. Wilfred Griffith, travell- ed by brake, and spent a thoroughly enjoy- able day. The companies from the various parishes were all well represented. Their keenness and the smartness of their general appearance excited much admiration, and bore eloquent testimony to the vigour and activity of the C.L.B. in the St. Asaph Diocese. THE TERRITORIALS. Company Orders by Major E. J. H. Wil- liams, Comdg. E Coy. 5th Bn. R.W.F., Flint.-1. Duties. -Detail fur the ensuing week, Orderly Sergeant for week ending 9th June, 1914, Sergt J. Ward; Orderly Corporal for week ending 9th June, 1914, Cpl. H. Jones. 2. Clothing.—The Officer Commanding the Coy. desires that all N.C.O.'s and Men should draw their cloth ing from the Sergt.-Inst, at once. E. J. H. WILLIAMS, Major O.C. E Coy. f.th R.W.F. EXAMINATION RESULTS. We are pleased to announce the excellent examination results of the members of the St. John Ambulance Class, who are in- structed by Dr. Twemlow. On every occa- sion the candidates presented by Dr. Twem- low have acquitted themselves splendidly, and have shown a thorough knowledge of their work—both in theory and practical first-aid. The examiners this year were I Doctors Jones and Morris, Holywell, and the following are the successful students :— Mrs. Lloyd, Plas-yn-Balls Farm (medallion); Miss Violet Wat-kin (medallion); Mr. S. Cottrill (voucher 2nd year); Mr. Read (vou- cher 2nd year); Mr. John Ward (voucher 2nd year); Miss May Carr, Bagillt (certifi- cate 1st year); Mr. George Ashcroft (certifi- cate 1st year); Col.-Sergt. J. T. Cugley (certificate 1st year). CONCERT. A concert was held in the Town Hall on Wednesday evening week, in aid of the funds of Bethel Welsh Wesleyan Chapel, Flint Mountain. The chairman was Mr. D. Morris, J.P., London and City Midland Bank. There was a crowded and apprecia- tive audience. The principals were: Mad- ame Cissie Pritchard, the famous American soprano, who is for a short time in Wales; Miss Lucy James, the popular Welsh con- tralto Mr. Bill Phillips (tenor), winner at Belle Vue, 1910; Mr. Ted Hughes (basso), finalist at Powys Eisteddfod and of Lanca- shire and North Wales concerts; elocutio- nists, Miss Elsie Colclough and Mr. J. J. Roberts. The duties of accompanists were ably performed by Mr. A. E. Jones (Flint Mountain School) and Miss Kenrick Jones. The programme was excellently rendered from first to last, and was truly a musical treat. Encores were frequent. The con- cert was much above the ordinary plane of concerts, each item being great in itself. Special mention must, however, be made of "Deep in the Mine" by Mr. Ted Hughes, which was sung with extraordinary beauty of tone, expression, and feeling. Mr. Phil- lips is a fine tenor, and his voice delighted the whole audience. Miss Colclough caused roars of laughter with her recitals of 'TVIind- ing the Baby" and "Moses' Mother-in-law." Programme :-Qual'tette, "Reg lar Royal Queen"; song, "Daddy," Miss Lucy James; duet, "Watchman, what of the night," Messrs. Phillips and Hughes; song, "Nir- vana," Mr. Bill Phillips; recitation, "Mind- ing the Baby," Miss Elsie Colelough song, "Friend," Mr. Ted Hughes; duet, "Life's dream is o'er," Miss James and Mr. Phil- lips song, "Carmena," Madame Cissie Pritchard; song, "The Sailor's Grave," Mr. Bill Phillips; recitation, "Wil Bryan ar yr Enwadau," Mr. J. J. Roberts; song, "My dear Soul," Miss Lucy James; duet, "Where are you going to, my pretty maid?" Mad- ame Pritchard and Mr. Ted Hughes; reci- tation, Miss Elsie Colelough song, "Y Gar- dotes fach," Madame Cissie Pritchard; song, "Deep in the Mine," Mr. Ted Hughes; quartette, "Sleep, gentle lady." DEATH OF MRS. HANNAH MORRIS. We regret to record the death of Mrs. Hannah Morris, Wellington-street, Shotton, in her 58th year. The deceased was a na- tive of Flint, and belonged to one of the oldest and most highly-respected families in the Borough. Some few years ago she removed with her family to Shotton, and up to a few weeks ago enjoyed good health. About a month ago she was removed to the Women's Hospital, Shaw-street, Liverpool, where it was found necessary to perform an operation. Although the operation was suc- cessful, complications set in, and she was discharged as incurable from the Hospital on Thursday last, when she was conveyed to her home at Shotton. In spite of every attention the end came early on Saturday

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-+- BAGILLT. FRIENDLY SOCIETIES' PARADE. Whit-Monday at Bagillt was quite a. revival of old days, when the village was gay with the demonstrations of friendly societies decked out in all the brave show of banners, tableaux, emblems, and regalia of their several orders. Mr. J. Venables Price, P.G.M. of Holywell District, Manchester Unity of Oddfellows, initiated a movement, which was enthu- siastically taken up, ol having a demon- stration of friendly societies in the village on Whit-Mouday, followed b\ sports, &c. The committee was form d of representatives from the societies in Bagiiit, and there was quite a competi- tion to put all the bet f, ont. Soon after noon on Monday, the members assembled at the Foresters' Hall and there formed a procession. The em- blematic sick banner of the Oddfellows was borne in the forefront, followed bv Elie Bagillt Excelsior Band, under the bandmastership of Mr. John Jones. The Cambria Lodge of Oddfellows wore their regztlji the lady membeis of the Gobaith Tent of the Older of Rechabites had white rosettes and gloves the Court Welshmen's Friend and the Court Duke of Wellington of the Order of Foresters were distinguished by the turn-out of Robin Hood and Little John, mounted characters impersonated by Mr. W. Uawlinson and Master Gordon, and the members carried their wieldy axes and other insignia of the craft. o The Bee Ilive Lodge of the Order of Shepherds, had the tableau of the shepherd, sheep, lamb, and dog, on a lurry, Mr. Hugh Bellis providing the tableau, and the members carried crooks and staves and wore sashes the Cam- bria Lodge of Ancient Druids had their insignia of acorn mounted staves and sashes the Cambria Lodge of the Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes were chains of oilice and the emblems of the order. First proceeding as far as the Blossoms, the procession afterwards returned and walked as far as the Boct Square, where a halt was made, and subsequently they returned and pro- ceeded ro a field at Top Hill (lent by the Hev. E. Jones, Penybryn), where the sports were held. I The events were as follows ;—Flat race for boys—1 Stephen A. Jones; flat race for girls—1 Annie Jones; tug-of- war for oys-l Herbert Reece's team tug-of-war for men—1 Samuel Hughes' team three legged race—1 J. Blake and 0. Williams sack race—1 John Jones donkey ra e—1 David Roberts, 2 Alfred Evans; ob tale race—1 Cecil Barker, 2 Percy Renshaw. The officers of the sports were: starters—Messrs. D. O. Jones and Walter Hughes; judges — Messrs. J. V. Price, George Barnes, Richard H. Bellis, David Williams, Dee Bank. In the evening a knife and fork tea was held at the Lodge room of the ZD Upper Ship, catered by Miss K Davies. Mr. J. Venables Price, chairman of the committee, presided. At the after pro- ceedings the Secretary gave a report upon the proceedings, and the chairman referred to the object of the revival of an old institution in Bagillt, which he hoped would develop and regain its former success and prosperity. Con- gratclatoiy remarks were made by Mr. D. Evans (Druids), Mr. J. Lowe (Druids), Mr. George Barnes (Shepherds), Mr. T. Francis Tattum (Foresters), and Mr E. Edwards; Managerof BettislieldColliery) Mr. Watkii. Hnghes also spoke on be- half ot the Foresters.

PROPOSED PUBLIC HALLS. A movement is being initiated at Ffynnon- groew and Gwespyr to provide halls for pub- lic purposes. The design and plan of the hall for Ffynnongroew has been on view at y C, Mr. Henderson's, hairdresser. It is esti- mated the cost would be some k700. Mr. Thos. Jones, Gwendraeth, has initiated the movement, and no doubt the scheme will be readily taken up and carried through, as a public hall is greatly needed in the village. At Gwespyr, the project is to secure the temporary school now being vacated for the new Council School. Towards this end a committee has been formed, with Mr. Isaac Roberts as secretary, and, Mr. Thos. Evans treasurer. MOTOR-CYCLING ACCIDENT. On Tuesdsjj morning a very sad accident happened on the road towards Talacre. Mr. Robt. Williams, Glandyfryd, Ffynnongroew, an old gentleman of 80 years, and formerly postmaster of Mostyn, was going to Talacre Station about 8.15 a.m. He had just got into the roadway, when he was offered a ride in a trap, and was crossing the road to take advantage of the kindness, when from the direction of Rhyl a motor cyclist came along at a fast pace, and collided violently with the old gentleman, throwing him down. 0 t5 The cyclist was also thrown from his mach- ine. Mr. Williams was found to have been seriously injured, and Dr. Evans was sent for. He was carried to his home, and upon examination was found to have sustained a compound fracture of the leg, with other injuries. The motor cyclist was Mr. Brom- ly, junr., of Rhyl, \vno also sustained injury. He was taken to the station, after being attended by Dr. Evans, and proceeded to Chester. Mr. Williams was unconscious, and up to noon on Wednesday had not re- gained consciousness.

morning. She leaves a husband, five sons, and three daughters. The funeral, which was of a public character, took place in Flint Cemetery yestevday (Wednesday). The Rev. J. J. J. Robinson, St. Ethel- wold's, Shotton, officiated at the house, and afterwards the hearse containing the re- mains, and three closed carriages conveying the mourners, proceeded to Flint, where they were met by the Rector (Rev. Canon Nicholas), the Revs. Humphrey Lloyd and Wilfred Griffith, the members of the Flint Lodge of Oddfellows and the Flint Female Friendly Society, carrying their wands draped with black, together with a large number of the general public from the Bor- ough. The procession proceeded to St. Catherine's Welsh Church, where the first portion of the burial service was read by the Revs. Humphrey Lloyd and Wilfred Griffith. As the remains were conveyed to the chancel, the organist (Mr. Voyce Jones) played 0 rest in the Lord." The hymn "Rock of Ages" was feelingly sung by the large body of mourners. As the cortege left the church the Dead March in Saul was played. The final prayers at the graveside were read by the ReviS. Humphrey Lloyd and Wilfred Griffith. The chief mourners were:—Widower, Messrs. David, Thomas, Randall, Willie, and John Morris (sons); Misses Lucy, Barbara, and Alice Morris (daughters), Mrs. T. B. Bellis (sister), Mrs. M. A. Jones, Liverpool (sister), Miss Eliza- beth Jones (sister), Mr. T. B. Bellis (brother in-law), Mr. and Mrs. Edward Jones, Mrs. Wm. Evans (sister-in-law), Mr. Arthur Tho- mas (niece), Mr. David Jones (nephew), Mr. R. P. Jones (cousin), Mrs. Herbert Thomas. Among the general public were :—Mr Eger- ton, Mrs. J. T. Leighton, Davidson Dale (Manor House), T. J. Morris, W. M. Jones, W. Evans, John Lloyd, John Mcintosh, John Ellis, Mr. and Mrs. David Griffiths, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Parry, Mr. Edward Bithell, Mr. Arthur Thomas. Beautiful floral tributes were received from: Husband and Children; Barbara, Liz. and Tom; Sis- ter and Family (Liverpool); Ted, Alice, and Family; Mr. and Mrs. Dale (Manor House); Mrs. Henderson; Mr. and Mrs. David Grif- fiths and Family (Chester road) With deep- est sympathy from neighbours. The under- takers were Messrs. M. S. Rogers and Sons. FRIENDLY SOCIETIES' PROCESSION. Whit-Tuesday was celebrated in the bor- ough in accordance with the long-established custom. The two local friendly Bocieties- Oddfellows and Foresters—assembled at their respective clubrooms, Oddfellows' Hall and Royal Oak Hotel, at 9.30. The Fores- ters were the first to leave their club house, and preceded by two gaily-decorated horses mounted by members attired in the pleasing dress of Foresters, and the Connah's Quay Silver Prize Band, proceeded to make a tour of the principal streets. This Lodge was noticeably strong in the number of adults who mustered in the procession. The offi- cers carried the wands of office. The Odd- fellows, preceded by the Flint Town Baud, left their Hall immediately after the Fores- ters had passed. This society was notice- able for the exceptionally large number of junior members, male and female, who marched in the procession. Indeed, rarely, if ever, have these two societies presented such an excellent muster of members. About a quarter to eleven the respective societies marched to the Roman Catholic Church, where the members of that persuasion left the procession to attend a religious service. The procession then proceeded to the Rec- tory and escorted the Rector (Canon Nicholas) to the Parish Church, where the Rev. John Williams read the Litany. The hymns "0 Lord, how joyful 'tis to see the brethren join in love to Thee," and "0 God, our help in ages past," were heartily sung by the members of the societies. Mr. Pryce Jones presided at the organ. Canon Nicholas delivered an inspiring address from the text "There is but a step between me and death" (first book of Samuel xx., 3). This was the language of life and of every- day experience, and the words were perfect- ly true in relation to David and ourselves. The words of the text should be ever before us, but in the days of prosperity and of physical strength we were apt to forget them. In life there might be differences, but death was "the great leveller." In the words of Horace, the great Latin poet, "Death not only knocks at the door of the humble cot, but he also knocks at the door of the rich man's palace." We were all re- minded of the certainty of death. It was the lesson taught us especially in a time of great calamity. Our hearts were touched hardly by the terrible loss of life by the sinking of the Empress of Ireland; by the loss of the Titanic a couple of years ago; and also by the Senghenydd colliery disas- ter. These terrible disasters touched the hearts of all England, and money flowed from the pockets of all to relieve the widows and dependents of these left behind. In the past huge sums had been collected to alleviate the distress, but in the case of the Titanic and others, after all claims had been met, huge sums had been left. The same thing might occur in the case of the Empress of Ireland. At the same time, in what might be termed minor accidents, such as that in which eleven colliers were killed in Yorkshire, some must necessarily suffer when the breadwinner was taken, yet little was heard of it. Therefore in his opinion, a national fund should be inaugu- rated to meet these demands, in what might be termed minor calamities as well as in greater ones, and at all times people could contribute as God had blessed them. Those who were regularly present at these anni- versaries must miss some familiar face, and the words of the poem would come to their min ds: — "0 for the touch of a vanished hand, "AmI the sound of a voice that is stilled "For ever in the silence of the grave." lie (the Canon) was grieved to hear of the indisposition of a prominent official in the local Lodge of Oddfellows. He himself had lately been on a bed of sickness, and he often thought of the lonely path which led to the grave, for "Alone we came into the world and alone we must leave the world." There was "only one step between me and death." The same speaker, however, had said in the xxiii. Psalm, "Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for Thou art with me, Thy rod and Thy staff comfort me." In conclusion, the Canon exhorted all present to make a life-companion of Christ, because then He would be their companion in death and the grave.