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

HOLYWELL )ACHING MARRIAGE. The marriage arranged between Mr. Harold A. Whili'crs, second son of Mr. T. J- Whiiren, of CVnis House, Putney, and Barn Rocks. Sus«cx, and Joyce, youngest daughter of the Rev. J. D. Thomas, M.A., vicar if Holywell, will take place very quietly on the 22nd of July at St. Andrews- hy-the-Wardrobe, Doctors' Commons. CHILDREN'S VISIT. On Monday two parties of children visi- ted Holywell. One party was from the Catholic Home at Bolton in charge of the sisters, and the ether was a party of about 60 boys from St. Ann's, Rock Ferry, in charge of Mr. McGrane, headmaster, and Mr. Mather. The children spent a very enjoyable time at IIol} well and also visited I'antasaph. ARRESTED AT HOLYWELL. On Sunday morning last Holywell police received intimation of a man wanted by the Denbigh police on a charge of stealing a bicycle from l'entrevoelas on Friday last. About 8 o'clock 0:1 Sunday evening Police- Constable Wasley noticed a man coming up New Road, and at once noticed that lie ap- peared to tally with the ueseription given in the Denbigh notice. Questioning the man he was not satisfied with his replies, and took him to the Police Station, where, it is stated, the identification was proved. On Monday morning the arrested man was handed over to the Denbigh police. RIIYL TRIP TO HOLYWELL. A large party of the members of the Rhyl Christ Church(Englisli Congregational) Sun- day School, accompanied by many of the congregation, selected Holywell for their trip on Thursday last, when the general holiday at Rhyl took place. The party ar- rived in two dctachments-the younger members in the early part of the day and the adults shortly afterwards. Mr. Tom Holmes' motor charabanc was chartered for the afternoon and trips were made to Pant- asaph and across the mountain. Mr. T. Roberts (formerly of Station road, Green- field) was organiser and guide. A pleasant afternoon was spoilt—the weather proving delightfully fine and clear. THE CARNIVAL. Next Wednesday, the Carnival and Trades Procession will take place in Holywell and present arrangements indicate a varied and pleasant day The committee are desirous that the townspeople should respond to the practice of past occasions in the dec-oiation of their premises, a feature which will add to the success of the Carnival. The pro- gramrne opens with the children s revels in the held: Ff-vddfer, in the afternoon the procession in the evening, followed by the children's operetta at the Town Hall, and fancy dross ball at the New Hall. The proceeds, it is well-known, are devoted to charitable objects in Holywell, Bagillt, Greenfield and district. WELSH C O N GREG AT IO N ALI ST S' GYMANFA GANU. The annual "gymanfa" ganu for the Holy- well District Welsh Congregational Sunday School Union was held at Ffynnongroew on Wednesday in last week. By the courtesy of the Welsh Wesleyans, the meetings were held in Bethania. The meetings were very largely attended The conductor was Mr. T. Glyndwr Richards, Mountain Ash, and the accompanists Misses M, Williams, Holy- well, and Olwc-n Williams, Mcxstyn. At the afternoon gathering, Mr. Rd. Hughes, of Shotton, presided, and at the evening meeting Mr. J. Lewis Thomas, of Chester. The arrangements were in the hands of Messrs. P. Jones Price, Mostyn, T. H. Rees, Chester, and J. Gregson Jones, Ffynnongroew. The singing was of a high order, and the conductor expressed himself as being most pleased with it, especially at the evening meeting. Between the two meetings a substantial tea was provided for the visitors the catering being done to evervone's satisfaction by Mr H. E. Wil- liams. MARRIAGE AT PENDREF CHAPEL. The marriage, owing to the recent death oi' the bride's brother-in-law (Mr. Edwin Davies, London House) was quietly celebra- ted in Pendrel esleyan Chapel on Mon- day morning, of Mr. Wm. it. White, Holy- well (youngest son of the late Mr. Thos. White, accountant, of Carnarvon, and of Mrs. White, Gwernymynydd, Mold), and Hannah Jane, youngest daughter of the late Mr. John Jones and of Mrs. Jones, Trosyniaes, Holywell. The given away by her youngest brother, Mr. Ciias. Edward Jones, was accompanied by Miss M. Jane Evans, of Didobury, Man ehester (cousin of the bride), while Mr. Ronald Malcolm White, Wednesbury (bro- ther of the bridegroom) was best man. The bride's dress was of grey whip and silk with black tagel hat with black lancer plumes, and the bridesmaid's dress was of grej cloth and black tagel hat and lancer plumes. The Rev. I). Meurig Jones was the officiating minister, after the ceremony Mr. and Mrs. White left by an early train for London, where the honeymoon is being spent. The presents to titeliappy couple were very numerous and useful. The wedding car- riages were supplied by Mrs. Lambert, Lambert's Hotel. MOTORIST INJURED. On Sunday afternoon a patient was brought to the Ilolywell Cottage Hospital, suffering from fractured ribs and bruises and shock, caused by an accident sustained on the St. Asaph Road. The patient was Mr. Leonard Furness Willing, of Mayfield, Park road, Timperley, Altrincham. He was riding a motor bicycle with the intention of going to Llandudno. Just as he had nego- tiated the descent of the steep incline alongside the Old Training round (Ffrith y Gareg Wen) his machine struck a hollow in the macadam and "jumped," throwing Mr. Willing between 25 and 30 feet. He struck his head against the roadside bank, just missing a large boulder. He was so severe- I injured as to be unable to help himself, and was found by Messrs. A. Baine and W. Walton.of Shotton, who were cycling along the road and saw the accident, They rendered what aid they could until Mr. Elyard, of the Daimler Motor Company, Coventry, happened to come along. Mr. Elyard brought him in his car to Holywell, and got him admitted into the Cottage Hospital, where he was attenued by Drs. Jones and Morris. Mr. Willing is progressing as satisfactorily as can be expected. The motor-cycle was bad- ly damaged. BURIED IX HER NATIVE PLACE. Last Saturday afternoon the interment took place at St. Peter's Cemetery of Mrs. Wni. Robt. Kenyon, of Earlstown, and for- merly of Holywell, who died at the age of 49 years on the Tuesday previous, after a long illness. The deceased was the eldest daughter of the late Mr. Benjamin Jones, painter and decorator, of Abbot's terrace, New road. The remains were conveyed by rail to Holywell Town Station, where a number of relatives and friends, in addition to those who accompanied the remains from Earlstown, assembled. Among those who were present were:Alr. W. R. Kenyon, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Newall and Miss New- all, Miss A. E. Jones, Miss H. E. Jones, Mrs. Atherton, Mr. and Mrs. David Wil- liams, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Williams, Mr. Arthur Jones, Halkyn; Mrs. Tom Jones, Warrington; Mr. and Mrs. Atheldale, Earlstown j Mr. Kenyon, Earlstown; Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Bangor; Mr. Chas. Gat- ward, Mrs. Edwards, Alltycoed Mrs. John E. Williams, Abbot's terrace, etc. The service was taken by the Rev. J. W. Tho- mas, vicar. Wreaths were from Husband, Mr., Mrs. and Miss Newall, Mrs. Newall, Flint Mr. and Mrs. Atheldale, Earlstown Mrs. Hayes, Manchester; r. and Mrs. Wm. Jones, Bangor; Mr. Jones, Holway. The hearse and carriages were supplied by Mr. W. Brown, King's Head Mews. 0 COUNTY SCHOOL GOVERNORS. The monthly meeting of the Governors of Holywell County School was held on Mon- day, when there were present:—Mr. P. Harding Roberts (chairman) Mrs. Johnson Jones, Mrs. Trevor Jones, Mis. Humphry Williams, Mrs. J. O. Jones, Miss White, Rev. J. W. Thomas, Rev. Dr. Oliver, Dr. J. O. Jones, Messrs. D. Pierce, J. Petrie, J. K. Evans, Jos. Edwards, T. C. Roberts, E. A. Hughes, J. Ll. Williams, J. Car- man, and Robt. Jone6, with Mr. J. Ker. foot Roberts (clerk), and Mr. J. M. Ed- wards (headmaster). A communication was read from the County Education Committee with regard to the supervision of examina- tions, stating that the suggestion of the Governors that independent supervision of examination be ordered to be made was fully discussed, and it was resolved that it be a recommendation to the county schools that an independent person be appointed to assist in the supervision of the examina- tions of the Central Welsh Board. The Chairman remarked that the suggestion having emanated from the Holywell Gover- nors, it would be very pleasing if other go- verning bodies followed their example. —Mr. J. LI. Williams asked if there were other examinatons in which fees were paid. —The Chairman said he did not know.— Mr. Williams said if there were, he desired that they should be supervised in the same way as the Central Welsh Board examina- toii.Tlie Clerk said the Governors paid a guinea for the supervision of the scholar- ship examination at Fliiit.I,fr Willi,-tiiis said he was satisfied.—Application was made by the Secretary of the Holywell Carnival for the use of some of the rooms of the County School for the children of the Revels at the Carnival.—Mrs. Williams voted against the proposal made to grant the application, on the ground that there were other schools in the town.—The Rev. J. W. Thomas said the other schools were not convenient for the children. The field where the revels were to be held was oppo- site the school.—Mrs. Williams said she was satisfied.—The permission was granted. r, TERRITORIAL ORDERS. 1.—Company Orders for week ending lltli July, 1914: Orderly Sergt., Sergt. D. II. Evans; Orderly Corpl., Lee.-Cpl. B. II. Bean; Orderly Bugler, Bugler Gwyllini Jones. 2.—Parades: Monday, 6th July: 7.SO p.iii Scouts Class, Recruits' Drill. Tuesday, 7th: 6.30, Bugle Practice. Wednesday, 8th: Holiday. Thursday, 9tli: 7 pin., Min- iature Range Practice. Friday, IOth 7 p.m., Recruits' Fitting Equipment. Satur- day, 11th: 12 noon, Standard Test, Voryd llhyl. N.C.O.'s and men will be warned by postcard. 3.—Camp: It is notified for information that the Battalion will procecd to Camp on Sunday, 26th Hour of parade will be given later. Rifles and Bayonets. 4.—-N.C.O.'s and men not already in pos- session of their Rifles and Bayonets will obtain them from the Sergt.-Major without, delay. 5.- -Church Parade D Coy. and Band will parade at the Drill Ilall, Holywell, at Ii: E) a.m. on Sunday, 19th, and march to the Parish Church for Divine Service. the following Units arc invited: Welsh Ilannel Mill Band, D Coy Flintshire National Re- serve, Holywell Division Flintshire Con- stabulary, Church Lads' Brigade and Boy Scouts 6.—Leave from Camp: All N.C.O.'s and men who cannot attend Camp for the full period should apply for leave not 'ater than Saturday. 18th inst., to O.C. D Coy. 5th R.W.F., Drill Hall, Holywell. All ..v re- minded that they must (a) attend Camp for 15 days; (b) attend the minimum number d Drills ;(c) completed musketry to make them- selves eligible for the £ 1 bounty and pa'. z, (Sgd.) J. LLEWELYN WILLIAMS, Capt. Comdg. D Coy. 5th R.W.F.

--+, WHITFORD. SUCCESS. Miss Eleanor May Owen, eldest daughter of Mr. David Owen, Tyddyn Ucha, Whit- ford, who is at the Staffordshire Nurses' Training School, has been notified as hav- ing passed the examination of the Central Midwives Board, and has been duly en- rolled and granted the certificate. Miss Owen sat for the examination at the Bir- mingham Centre, the University and the Maternity Hospital, Loveday street.

-+-- Markets and Fairs. MOLD PROVISION, Wednesday. — Fresh butter Is. per lb. Danish butter, Is 2|d per lb. Irish creamery,Is ld per lb. eggs, 13 for Is. MOLD AUCTION MART, Wednesday. —Mr. J. Bradburne Price had excellent supplies of all classes of stock on Wednes- day (Fair Day). Best quality beef sold well; rough and heavy sorts easier. Dairy cows and calving heifers, which included some outstanding animals, met a brisk trade. Store cattle slow, although a good clearance was effected. Pigs similar to last week. Sheep and lambs maintained last week's improvement. Calves slower. Beef to £ 19 12s. 6d., dairy cows to C23 12s 6d, heifers to £17, pigs to £3 15s 6d; sheep to 45s apiece; lambs to 33s 3d apiece, calves to P-4 10s

♦> — f,24,5 DEFICIT ON DRUGS. DENBIGHSHIRE INSURANCE DIFFICULTY. At the Denbighshire Insurance Commit- tee, yesterday, it was stated that during the past quarter there had been 30,664 pre- scriptions issued by the doctors, this being an increase of 6523, the average cost being Sd., with the result that the committee were not able to pay more than 75 per cent. of the chcmists' claims. There was a deficit of L-245 on the drug fund. As a result of this the committee had decided to send out a circular letter to the doctors asking them to make every effort, consistent with effi- ciency and the adequate treatment of patients, to keep the price per prescription as low as possible. The Chairman (Mr. D. S. Davits) said it was a serious matter that the drug fund should have such a deficit, and he hoped something could be done to remedy mat- ters. Dr. E. Moss observed that the position showed how people were addicted to drug taking and quackery, and that they consul- ted the doctors for every ache and pain in their craving to be satisfied with drugs. Dr. Rowlands stated that while there was an excessive amount of sic/kness during the quarter, no doubt malingering existed, and it had been determined to take strong action. After a lengthy discussion, the recom- mendation of the Finance Committee to increase the clerk's salary by £ 25, making it £225, and the assistant clerk's salary to £ 90 was adopted. With regard to sustenance allowance to members attending the meetings, it was re- ported that the Welsh Commissioners pro- posed granting 3s. 6d. for over eight hours away from home, but only 2s. 6d. if under four hours, and that in no case would these sums be allowed if the meetings were held within two miles of the residence of the member. In case of there being loss of wages 3s. 6d. could be allowed. In either case no payment would be made unless de- manded. Mr. W. G. Dodd considered such an offer an insult to members. There should be no asking for the money, it should come as a matter of right. The committee decided to ask for the al- lowances irrespective of distance, and with- out a formal demand being made.

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FLINT. HAYMAKING. Haymaking commenced in ideal weather in the borough. By the end of the present week most of the work will have been con- cluded. OUTING. The members of the class held by Mr. Marsh, lay superintendent, Shotton, at the English Wesleyan Church, had a pleasant outing to Burton "Woods yesterday (Wed- nesday). They left the English WTesleyan Schoolroom by brake at one o'clock, and spent an enjoyable time. CRICKET. On Saturday last, Flint Cricket Club were entertained by Holywell. The visitors won by 127 runs to 27. Mr. Lionel Williams (Oxford), son of Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Wil- liams, made 50 runs. Mr. Frank Clarke secured six wickets for 13 runs. On Sat- urday next Flint meet St. John's, Chester, on the Flint enclosure. BENEFIT CONCERT. We understand that a grand benefit con- cert will be held in September next in aid of Mr. John Edward Griffiths, Chester road, who had his right leg amputated as the result of an accident at Flint Station on February 1st. Canon Nicholas has gene- rously opened the fund with the sum of one guinea. GYMANFA GANU. About eighty members of the Welsh Con- gregational Church journeyed by brake to Ffynnongroew Welsh Congregational Church 011 Wednesday week to take part in the Gymanfa Ganu conducted by the Rev. Glyndwr Richards, Cardiff. The Flint con- tingent was under the conductorship of Mr. Robert Parry, Lily House, and the whole of the arrangements were carried out by Mr. Richard Williams, Castle View, super- intendent of the Sunday School. SUNDAY SCHOOL EXCURSION TO RHYL. About 850 members of the Sunday schools of the Parish Church, St. Catharine's, St. David's, and St. Thomas', together with the teachers and friends, journeyed for their annual excursion to Rhyl yesterday (Wednesday). Divine service was held for the trippers at St. Thomas' Parish Church, Rhyl, immediately on arrival. The Rev. John Williams (senior curate) officiated and Major E. J. H. Williams presided at the organ. A very enjoyable day was spent. ACCIDENT. A serious accident befel Mr. Beaumont, of Trelawny Square yesterday (Wednesday) morning. About nine o'clock Mr. and Mrs Beaumont were seated in a dogcart on Market Square preparatory to journeying to Mold to transact some business, when Mr. Beaumont suddenly overbalanced and fell over the side of the trap, alighting on his head. He was attended to and after- wards conveyed to his home. Dr. Twemlow was summoned, and Mr. Beaumont was found to have sustained injuries to his head. PRIZE DISTRIBUTION. The Rev. Canon and Mrs. Nicholas paid a visit to the "Richard Muspratt Memorial School" (headmistress, Miss Edwards) on Monday morning. Mrs. Nicholas distribu- ted the handsome book prizes in connection with "The Mrs. Nicholas Legacy" to the successful scholars. The following chil- dren were awarded prizes :—Harriet Rogers, Elizabeth Rogers, Jane Jones, Doris Belliis, Phyllis Bithell, Sylvia Edwards, Elizabeth Asheroft, Sarah Welsh, Gertrude Butcher, Lavinia Jones, Bessie Hill, Florence Kate Jones, Olive George, Minnie Hughes, Mary- Smith, Mary Lillie Lloyd, John David Jones, Edward James Morris, Oliver Jones, Thomas Leslie Banks, Leonard Jones, Ed- ward Commins, Edward Williams, Freder- ick Walton, Leslie Price. CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY. The 92nd quarterly report of the Flint and Oakenholt Co-Operative Society has just "been issued. The total sales for the half year (25 weeks) amounted to f,12,209 ICs. lid, being an increase of £ 827 16s. 3d. over the half year ended December (26 weeks). After providing for interest on shfSfre capital and depreciation of land, buildings, fixtures, and rolling stock, and paying an interim dividend of 2s. 6d. in the £ there remains a profit of kl221, which the committee recommend to be disposed of as follows :—Dividend to members at 3s. 3d hither, k934 7s 6d dividend to non-mem- bers at Is 6d in the £ £ 16 7s; special de- preciation, fixtures, 48; alterations ac- count, £ 50; balance forward, zC172 5s 6d. OBITUARY. We regret to record the death of Mrs. Bellis, wife of Mr John Bellis, I- thers street. The deceased lady had u in failing health for some months, the end came en Saturday morning. The fune- ral, which was largely attended, took place yest erday (Wed 11 esday). HOMING. A11 old birds' race in connection with the Hawarden Castle Homing bociety was flown from Rennes 011 Saturday last. The birds were liberated at 5 a.m. All of them made poor velocities. The following are the results: — 1, Mr J. Ellis, velocity 530; 2, Mr J. Ellis, 521; 3, Mr. E. Beck, 518; 4, Mr. Herbert Parry. The sixtli old birds' race in connection with the Flint Castle Society was flown from Rennes, a distance of 361 miles. Sixty birds were liberated t 4.50 a.m. on Satur- day, and were favoured with excellent wea- ther conditions. The results are as fol- lows:—1. Mr. J Bithell. velocity 946; 2, Messrs. Burke and Travel's, 936; 3, Mr. J. Brown, 912; 4, Mr. W. Brown, 907. Mr. John Bithell also receives a good money prize in the national race from Rennes, in conjunction with which the above race was held. TERRITORIAL ORDERS. Company Order by Major E. J. H. "W il liams, Comdg. E Coy. 5th R.W.F., Flint. Detail for the week ending 7th July, 1914: Orderly Sergt., o. 353 Lce.-Sgt. n. Parry; Orderly Cpl., No. 380 Cpl. T. Flaherty. Diary of parades for the week ending the 7th July, 1914: "W ednes- day, 1st, Recruits' Drill; Thursday, 2nd, Company Parade; Friday, 3rd, Recruits Drill; Saturday. 4th, Firing on Range; Monday, 6th, Recruits' Drill; Tuesday. 7th, Recruits' Drill. By Order, E. J. H. WILLIAMS, Major. O.C. E Coy. 5th R.W.F. BOWLING. On Saturday last the Conservative Bowl- ing Club journeyed to meet Peny- ffordd, and were defeated by 33 points. An interesting match took place on the Flint Green between teams re- presenting Married and Single, the former captained by Dr. Twemlow, and the latter by Ir. John Bennett. The Married won by 11 points. Following are tfie scores MARRIED. Dr. Twemlow (capt.) 21 A Williams 21 B Hawkyard 21 T J Morris 18 W Forster 21 II Lloyd 21 Sam George 21 H Buck 17 P D Joiiet3 21 L Cliffe 12 E Welch 8 R Parry 9 211 SINGLE. 0 Johnson 14 E Jackson 15 G Haines 4 J E Lloyd 21 H Curtis 14 W Bennett 16 LI. Hermanns 14 W Hayes 21 T Riley 18 J Bennett (capt.) 21 C Harrison 21 A Bithell 21 200

SHOTTON. FORTHCOMING WEDDING. The marriage of Mr. Alfred Summers, 19th Royal Hussars, only son of the late lilr. J. W. Summers, M.P., and of Mrs. Summers, Emral Hall, Worthenbury, Flint- shire, to Miss Judith Poole, daughter of Mr B. D. Poole, Marbury Hall, Whit- church, will take place in London on the 9th inst. Mr. Summers has received from the heads of the departments at Messrs. John Summers and Sons, Hawarden Bridge Ironworks, a present of a canteen of table silver and two pairs of silver Candlesticks.

■* THE LIMIT. The holiday season is upon Lancashire again, and one recalls the diulogue;- '-Wlieer r't goill' "Isle of Man," "How long for?" 'Thirty bob."

-+;+- S.A. FARMERS' TOUR. The South African farmers now touring in England will leave on July 24 by the Canadian Pacific liner Empress of Britain for Canada, where they will see the wheat areas of the North-West.

£ 200,000 COLLIERY DEAL. It was officially announced at Cardiff that the United National Collieries Company has purchased the Standard Collieries, Ynyshir, from Sir William James Thomas. The price paid is nearly £ 200,000.

❖ A woman who had sent a child's coat to a firm of dyers to be cleaned was awarded 10s. 3d. at Liverpool County Court on Tuesday, on the ground that it was return- ed a fawn colour, instead of pure white.

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I .J FIRE! FIRE!! FIRE! j: DENSONS' ^>1 —GREAT JY, SALE of SALVAGE STOCK i 'I'ii CONSISTING OF ( Boys', Youths' and Men's Suits, Overcoats, Outfitting, !»" Ji'l1 Boy Scout Outfits, etc. A ) ni The whole stock—amounting to 9,4,000 in value-saved M ? from the recent fire, will be offered J" On and after SATURDAY NEXT at SALVAGE PRICES ))' which in many c-aser, will be ONE QUAIiTEH ill U the actual cost price. The major portion of the stcck is untouched by fire, iV| \r smoke, or water. VI'I (I NOTE THE FOLLOWING: \V ¡ I Boys' Overcoats 2/11 Youths' & Men's Suits 7/6 ■)}] Boys' Knickers 1/= Men's Trousers & Breeches 2/11 (> REMAINING STOCK OF LACES, RIBBONS, ETC. | I must be cleared at HALF-PRICE and LESS. 'ill il\pMCAyC»»t*K S»le I DimmS COMtlCeSOD j|!| Drapers. SATURDAY NEIT | Bargains in all Departments. i.'i TEMPORARY PREMISES- 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 18, 20, ST. MICHAEL'S ROW, The ARCADE, I CHESTER. I

EXPLAINED. A well-known cricketer told this story the other day :— He was staying in a small country village lately, and on the local half-holiday he went to see the village cricket club play on the green. Afterwards he discussed the match with the captain and ventured to make a few criticisms. "There was one man playing for you to- day," he said, "that I can't think why you I have him in the team at all" The captain nodded wearily. "I know who you mean," lie said. "Jones, the man who went in last" "Ye-s, that's the man," replied the other. "Why do you play him? He calit bat, he can't bowl, and he missed at least two easy catches." "The fellows will have him in the team," grumbled the captain. "Why? Is he so popular?" asked the critic. "Great Scott, no!" exclaimed the cap- tain. "The fellows hate him like poison. But his three sisters are the prettiest girls in the village, and they always come and watch the match when he plays!"

SALEM. A- Salem is shown by the gazetter to be one of the most popular of place-names (says the "Daily Chronicle"). Almost every one of the United States has its Salem, and there are towns of the same name in Nova I Scotia, India, Cape Colony, Germany, and German South-West Africa. All the Am- erican Salenis, no doubt, are named after the Massachusetts city, christened by the seventeenth century settlers "from the peace they had and hoped in it"; for they know from their Bibles that Salem meant peace. But what was the original Salem? It is generally identified with Jerusalem, which is undoubtedly the Salem of the Psalms, and of the hymn "When mothers of Salem." But whether Jerusalem was the Salem of which Melcliizedek was King, and if not what this Salem was, is a vexed question of Biblical controversy.

oooo FATALLY WOUNDED IN CHOWD. A woman was fatally wounded with a razor in the street at Waltham Newtown, Herts, in the presence of crowds that had gathered for Waltham Abbey market day. A man was arrested in a public-house. oooo I

"THAT REMINDS ME." "When I am telling a man a story lstop short if I see a peculiar gleam in his eye." "Does it mean that he has heard it be- fore?" "No, it means that lie isn't listening be- cause he is thinking up the one he intends to tell me."

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THE WAY TO WIN. They were two Yankee sharps who were playing a game of poker. Both having ap- parently pat hands, betting went briskly for a time. At last one of the twain paus- ed. "I'll see you he exclaimed. "What have you got?" "Four aces," replied the other. "So have Ianswered the caller. "What's your next best?"-