Carnarvon and Denbigh Herald and North and South Wales Independent

HOLYHEAD- PRIMROSE LEAGUE: ST. CYBI HABITATION.— The above Habitation intend holding a bazaar and variety entertainment in the Town Hall, on Thursday, 14th of August. Any tnembers or friends who are willing to contribute work or other articles, are kindly requested to forward the same tc Mrs. Cay,Eden House, or Mrs. Corbet, Newry Fawr. 289 SCHOLASTIC SUCCESS.—Mr. T. P. Ellis, of the Tea Mart, Holyhead, and Hope Villa, Chester, a pupil at the High School, Oswestry, has success- iu!!y passed the recent University of London Matriculation Examination. H.M.S. NEPTUNK left here early on Wednes- day morning for Torquay. She is expected to be away from this station for about six weeks on her annual cruise. DEATH OF A LOCAL CAPTAIN.—The death is announced, at the age of fifty-four years, 7 of Captain John Matthias, Water-street, who was chief mate of the steamer" Ireland," belonging to the City of Dublin Steampacket Company. He had been in the service of the company for the last thirty years, and was highly lespected by all. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon. The flagstone on the steamers were half mast. The City of Dublin employes were in attendance iu large numbers, as also" the Oddfellows belonging to the Harbour 0 1 of Refuge Lodge, of which he was one of the oldest members. The funeral cortege left 6, Water-street, at 2.30 p.m., followed by a larga number of relatives and friends, the interment took place at Maeshyfryd Cemetery, Mr. William Williams, contractor, &c, lvingsland, being the undertaker. THR'GRAMMAR SCHOOL—The Midsummer Examination of the College of Preceptors was held last month at the Holyhead Grammar School Centre, under the supervision of the Rev. R. Price, B.A., senior curate. Master W. J. Wil- liams, Masonic Hall, Holyhead, obtained the maximum marks (100) in arithmetic, and Master Harry Humphreys (son of the Rev. E. Humphreys, Holyhead) obtained 95 out of the 100 marks in the same subject, The candidates stood in order of merit as followsMasters I Harry Humphreys, W. J. Williams, G. H. Davi. sou (sou of Captain Dayiaon, Newry ram! street, Holyhead), R. B. Rowlands. Machraeth View, Llantachraeth W. II. Griffith, Fron, Llan- gefni; R. J. Hughes Stanley-street, Holyhead, and O. Price Jones, Ty'nrheol, Amlwch. PETTy SESSIONS. WKDNKSDAY.—Before Major-General Hughes, i Iluijh Edwards, Esq., Thomas Owen, Esq.. R.M., T. Forcer Evans, Esq., John Moreton Pritchard, Esq., and Colonel Marshall. SCHOOL BOARD CASES.—Mr. William Evens, attendance officer of the school board, sum- moned Richard Parry (Blue Bell), Arthur Noble I (o, Porthydafarth-road), William .Joaes (Moun- fain), all of Holyhead, for the non-attendance of their children at school. The two former were fined 5s. each, and in the latter case an attendance order was made DRUNKENNESS.—Owen Williams, night-soil- man, Llaingooh, was charged by P.C. David Williams with drunkenness.—Fined 5s. and costs, or 14 days' imprisonment. SOLICITOR AND THR MAGISTRATES,—In the case of Owen Williams, Bagnal, near Holyhead, charged with doing malicious injury to plants belonging to Mary Hughes, Turnpike-road, near Holyhead, under circumstances fully reported in these columns, judgment was deHvered.—Mr. E. G. Roberts appeared for tho complainant, and Mr. T. R. Evans for the defendant. A fine of 2s. Gd. with £1 12s. costs was imposed.- VIr. T. R. Evans protested against the sentence, adding that the magistrates had adopted a most un- usual coarse'in this case he would give notice of appeal if the boys' friends would sustain him. —The Clerk: You better give notice of appeal and not censure the magistrates.—Mr. i. R. Evans: Then I give notice of appeal. THR STOWAWAYS. — The magistrates sen- tenced the boy-prisoners charged with stealing fruit from the garden at Soldiers' Point to six days without hard labour, the charge of stealing the boat being dismissed. A FAMILY Row,—Sarah J. Jay, 8, Forge Hill, Holyhead, summoned John Cooke, G, Forge Hill, ditto for assault. It appeared that a dispute arose when she rushed into her house, locking the door. The door was afterwards pushed open and defendant struck her in the mouth, causing it to bleed. In silf-defence Lit: iiirn with a cup on the front of the head. He frequently attacked !her.—Defendant denied the charge, stating that his sister had cut his head open, and severely wounded him in the face. His father bad also pushed at him with a crow-bar threatening to kill him.—Defendant .was bound over to keep the peace for six months. AFFILIATION CASKS.- -Mary Burnell,52,Porth- yfelin, Holyhead, v. Edward Owen. 247, Borough Road, Birkenhead.—Mr. £ G. Roberts appeared for the complainant, and Mr. S. R. Dew for the defendant.—An order was made for 2s. per week.—Mary Ross. 40, Baker-street, Holyhead, v. William Evans, Taigwynion, Towyn, Trewan.—Mr. E. G. Roberts defended.—The case was dismissed. THEFTS AT THE RAILWAY STATION.—On Wednesday, George Quinton, 42, Abbey-street, Dublin, was brought up on remand charged with stealing two mackintoshes, the property of the London and North-Western Railway Company; and a silver watch and chain, the property of Mr. Alfred Rigby, Stafford, on Saturday morning last, at Holyhead Railway Station. Detective- sergeant Smart prosecuted. The coats had been stolen from the inspector's office at the station, and the watch and chain from the person of Mr. Alfred Rigby, who, in company with a friend, had slept in the general waiting room. Quinton had been apprehended the same morning. The prisoner pleadel guilty to both charges, and was sentenced to two months' imprisonment with hard labour, being one month for each case.

LLAN FAIRPEOH AN. CONCERT.—On Monday and Tuesday evenings the Towlaw Lodge Choral Class held two concerts at the National School, kindly lent by the rector for the occasion. Miss Simpson and her c!a.ss were ably assisted by the following ladies and gentlemen:—Misses Paul, Jones, Cordery, and Mrs. fiewky, and the Messrs. Gurney, Williams, and Timmins. The Welsh song, Y Gardotes Fach," by Miss Jones, and pennillion singing by Mr. Doldir Williams were well received. The vocal duet, Pulaski's Banner," by Miss Simpson and Miss Jones, was well rendered, and Mr. Gurney, with his Oh Oh! hear the wild winds blow," received a hearty encore, to which he responded. The choral class, under the leadership of Miss Simpson, rendered, with good effect, "The Village Chorister," The Red Cross Knight." and Oh, hush thee, my baby." Part of the proceeds were in aid of the Welsh organist fund. LOCAL NOTES. The weather having been so unsettled for the last few weeks, the influx of visitors has not been so great as otherwise it would have been. On the other hand, it seems that Llandudno has suffered during the last few days from an overflow of visitors, it being estimated that no fewer than 8000 people visited the place during one day last week. These, it is hardly necessary to say, were nearly all day-excursionists. This overflow could easily have found an outlet at Peumaenmawr and Llant'airfechan if the railway company only ran a few heavily- laden trains occasionally to either of these watering places. The claims of these resorts to better accom- modation and travelling facilities have been over and over urged in these columns, but to no purpose; j&r it appears that another season is likely ;o elapse before a subway is made at Llanfairf. ;chan station. One small favour the railway company might extend. I find that an excursion train leaves I Bangor at 9.15 a.m. on Saturdays and on Mondays for Llandudno. If those excursionists were allowed to break their journey here or elsewhere, it would meet the wishes of many who would like to enjoy a few hours at the sea-side here and afterwards avail themselves of the evening concert at Llandudno. As there does not seem any prospect of a regatta here this year, could not sheep dog trials be got up? I have no doubt they would taka well. CARADOC.

LLANGUJPNI. ELECTION OF LOCAL BOARD,—The results of this election were declared us follows, 304 papers having been collected, and 12 spoiled:- Messrs. W. Thomas, postmaster, 264; Evan Wil- liams, saddler, 254; Richard Williams, Tre- vollwyn, 252 Dr. E. Williams, Green Hill, 246 Messrs. Joseph Crewdson, Bull Ilote), 233 W. Hughes Jones, Golden Eagle, 223; Edward Jones, Clegyrdv Each, 223 J. S. Laurie,solicitor, 221 William Jones, smith, 107 Robert Hughes, druggist, 194; O. Lewis, druggist, 186; O. Griffith, Bone, 132; E. M- Roberts, Bank, 119. The first nine were elected. Mr. Hughes, accountant, Bryn Alaw, Menai Bridge, acted as returning-officer. PETTY SESSIONS.—On Monday, before Dr Owen and G. J. Roberts, Esq., Jane Hughes, Garnfargyrfar, Gwalclunai, was summoned by P.C. D. Jones for permitting two cows to stray at Cerigceinwen, and she was fined 5s and costs. -For committing a similar offence in the parish of Llanbedrgoch, William Roberts, Llaindelyn, was summoned by P.C. Edward Pritchard. and fined 2s. Gd. and costs.P.C. Thomas Hughes summoned John Jones, broom dealer, Towyn, Trewan, for leaving a horse and car without anyone in charge.—Defendant was ordered to pay costs.—John Jones, labourer, Mill-street, Llangefni, was charged by P.G. Thomas Hughes with being drunk and disorderly, and was fined 2s. 6d. and costs.—William Jones, blacksmith, Tyddyn Pwrtais. Llangadwaladr, was charged bv P.C. William Jones with committing a serious offence, and was ordered to pay the cost3.— Richard Jones, labourer, Tyddyn Llwydau, Llangadwaladr, summoned Thomas Hughes, labourer, Gatehouse, Boefeirig, Aberffraidd, and .Edward Williams, labourer, Tynewydd, Drefri, Llangadwaladr, for assault. Case dismissed,

LLANRWST. TUESDAY'S MARKET.- There was not a large attendance, farmers staying at home expecting II to get a spell of good weather for gathering in the hay. There was a large stock of fowls and other poultry; chickens selling from 3s. 6d. to 4s. 6d. per couple, and ducks 4s. to 5s. Eggs generally sold at a penny each, but some were bought at 14 for a shilling. Fresh butter was cheap, that is, from lOd. to 12d. per lb. Small pigs were not in large numbers, and those sold fetched from 18s. to 22s. per head. NUPTIALS.—On Thursday last, in a very unostentatious way, Mr. Thomas Berts, stationer, Watling-streec, stepped from single to wedded life, his companion being Miss Pedwell, maid to Lady Cavacnari, of Hampton Court, London. Her ladyship showed her appreciation of her maid's worth by making her several presents, among which was a magnificent set of tea service. LIGHTING COMMITTEE.—A meeting of the lighting committee was held on Friday, when there were present:— Messrs. W. G. Jones (chairman), John Jones (Glanaber), William Williams, Hugh Roberts, Lewis Davies (secretary).—A tender had been received from the gas committee offering to light the public lamps at 5s. 5d. per cubic thousand feet during the winter. There being no other offer, this was accepted.—The tender of Mr. D. Hugh Jones for cleaning the lamps was also accepted. A HAYSTACK ON FIRE.—An alarm was raised on Tuesday, during the time of market, that a haystack at Brynhyfryd, the property of Mr. Robert Jones, was on lire. The hay had been newly got in. Superintendent Hammonds with his men arrived at the place, and worked hard to extinguish the flames. Water was scarce at this point. The Llanrwst fire engine, drawn by hand, arrived on the scene about an hour and a half after the first alarm was heard. On removing some planks, matches were found at the spot where the fire originated. It has now'been ascertained that children had been in the place playing with matches, and the II destruction of the hay is supposed to have been caused by their action. As a coincidence, it may be stated that a haystack at the same place took fire last year, and children were then as I now supposed to have caused the loss with matches. The stack, it is said, was not insured

MACHYNLLETH. DISASTROUS FIRE.-At one o'clock on Tuesday morning a lire broke out at this town in Messrs. J. Jones and Son's woollen manufactory. Before help could be obtained the building was all ablaze. The factory, which was replete with modern machinery, was in a short time a total wreck. The building is fully insured, but the machinery only partly. The damage is estimated between f2000 and £ 3000.

PE NMAENMAWR. ENTERTAINMENT.—Mr. Ernest WaIcot.F.S.Sc. London, gave one of his musical and humorous recitals to a select company assembled in the large room at the Mona Hotel on Monday evening. It is not often that such a high class, refined entertainment is placed before the people of Peumaenmawr, and if the hearty wishes expressed by one and all to have again the pleasure of spending such another pleasant evening is any gauge of the satisfaction given, Mr.Walcot should be congratulated on the success of his efforts to please.

LOCAL NOTES. I am glad to learn that your correspondent in last week's. Visitor approves of having shelters on the promenade. From the tone of his previous letter I was under the impression that he oDjected to them altogether. I am afraid that if his suggestion of having them ornamental were adopted, and if made as substantial as the present shelters, they would be very costly indeed. Unless made very sub- stantial, one of our winter gales will play sad havoc with them. I have certainly never heard of anyone except your correspondent complain of these shelters beiug an eyesore. I have sometimes heard people, passing in a train, mistake them for bandstands, but never before did I hear of anyone making such a mistake as to suppose that our local board had a menagerie on the prom." Will your correspondent let us know what sort of a shelter he would suggest as an improve- ment on the present one ? If it can be easily worked, I think the suggestion of Caradoc to run a steam launch to meet the Liverpool boats is well worth a trial; and I should be very glad if some of the enterprising residents in Llanfairfechan and Penmaenmawr were to take the matter up.' Though it is probably not within the province of the local authorities, as such, to make an experiment of this character, still the members might form a committee to confer with the steamship companies to see what can be done. In order to keep off the itinerant Germans our local board has very wisely made it 3. rule that no band shall play on the promenade without permission. We had a visit last week from Mr. Stokes' band from Colwyn Bay, but as they had not given any intimation that they intended visiting the place, nor asked permission to play on the promenade, they were at once told to "move on" as soon as they went down to play. I am sure that if Mr. Stokes was to write to the board the required permission would readily be granted. ALIQUI3

PWLLHELI. DISTINGUISHED VISITORS.—The Lord Bishop of London (Dr. Temple) is expected to reside here for a few weeks next month. The Right Hon. Cecil Rnikes, M.P., and Sir John Puleston, M.P., have already engaged apartments for next month. Mr. and Mrs. Heenar, Ilydarabad, India, are amongst the visitors already here. They have expressed an opinion that Pwllheli has only to be made known amongst the Anglo- Indians to draw a large number of them here. ALLEGED FELONIOUS INTENT.—At a special court of the county magistrates, held on the 23rd instant, Owen Evans, Esq., in the chair, David Evans, joiner, Nevin, was charged by P.C. J. H. Jones with feloniously entering Capel Isaf. Nevin, on that day. Formal evidence was given, and the accused was remanded, sureties being accepted— himself in £50, and two others in S25 each. RUTHIN. ENGLISH CAUSE.—The anniversary services in connection with the English cause were hell on Sunday at the Town Ilall, the preacher being the Rev. Professor Williams, Trefecca. The services attracted large congregations. POLICE COURT.—At the county police court, on Monday, before the Rev. the Warden (chair- man), Captain Cole, Denton, Esq., and the Mayor (T. P. Roberts. Esq., who sat for borough cases), Lewis Roberts, Graig, Llanfair, was summoned by John Kellet, excise officer, for carrying a gun without a license on June 10th. It seemed that defendant had permission of the gamekeeper to kill some rabbits, and in order to do so borrowed his master's gun, for carrying which he was now summoned, Defendant admitted the offence, and was fined 8s. including costs.-J oseph Jones, farmer, Llanarmon, was fined Gs. and costs on the information of P.C. Williams for being drunk at Llanarmon.— A number of persons were fined at the instnnce of the school board for not sending their children to school.

FASHIONABLE WEDDING IN F LINTS HIRE. Ox Wednesday, at Notthop Church, Flintshire, was solemnised the marriage between Miss Rose Caroline Bankes, fourth daughter of Mr. John Scott-Bankes, of Soughton Hall, to Mr. Walter Hownal Buddicom, of Pen- bedw Hall, Flintshire. Mr. Scott-Baiikes is very popular as a landlord and as chairman of the Flintshire Court of I Quarter Sessions. Northop was very prettily decorated with bunting, and there was a large and fashionable congregation in church. The bride, who was given away by her father, was attended by six bridesmaids — Misses Amy Bankes, Charlotte II. Bankes, Amy Parker Jarvis, Louise Napier, Freda Napier. and Marie Ashton. The bride were a magnificent attire, composed of white silk bodice and train, front veiled chiffron, wreath of orange blossoms, a tulle veil being fastened with a diamond crescent, the gift of the bridegroom. The bridesmaids wore white rouge silk dresses, white hats, trimmed with ribbon and wild roses, and brooches of pearl and enamel, the gift of the bridegroom. Mr. Parry Bnddicom was "the best man," and the service was conducted by the Rev. E. W. J. Bankes. The presents, J which were very handsome, included an I illuminated address from the agent and tenants Ii and employes on the Penbedw Hall estate, one from the tradesmen of Mold, consisted of a silver mlver/from the officers of the Denbigh- shire Hussars a silver cup. from the Nannerch Choir some Dresden china, and numerous presents from the tenantry at Soughton and Pen- bedw individually and collectively. Presents were also sent by Lord and Lady Mostyn, Lady Florendina. and Misses Hughes, Sir W. W. Wytm, Bart. Sir William and Lady Williams, General Cooke, Sir Robert and Lady Cunliffe. Colonel and Mrs. Wills, &c. The wedding dfjtimer was served at Soughton Hall, while the tenantry were entertained to tedo in a large marquee on. the lawn. A presentation was made at the Town Hall, Mold, on Tuesday, to Mr. W. H. Buddicom. J.P., of Penbedw, near Mold, on the occasion of his marriage. Mr. J. Corbett made the presentation, the gift being a handsome silver salver, the following inscription being inscribed in the centre :Pre- sented to W. H. Buddicom, Esq., on the occasion of his marriage to Miss Rose Bankes, as a token of esteem, and with best wishes for their future happiness, from the tradesmen and friends of the town of Mold. July 23rd, 1890." Mr. Buddicom suitably acknowledged the present.

THE BISHOP OF ST. ASAPH ON RELIGIOUS EDUCATION. PRIZE DAY AT HOWELL'S SCHOOL, DENBIGH. THE prizes to the pupils at Ilowell's School, Denbigh, were presented on Tuesday by the Bishop of St. Asaph in tho presence of a large gathering. An interesting programme was gone through by the scholars, and the report of the examiners read. In the course of his address the Bishop said a p6int he wished to touch upon was more or less a controversial subject, viz., the question of religious education, but which was becoming less so as sensible men were beginning to see the necessity for moral and religious teach- ing in their schools as well as mere head work. He laid great stress on that, and as an old schoolmaster he never could understand the idea of having a boarding school where the head-master was not allowed to give religious training. When he was examined by Lord Aberdare's Committee on Education some of the members were opposed to all religious teachiug in schools in Wales, and he ventured to put this before them, and he still held it strongly, that it did seem to him most irrational that a head-master of a school, who stood for eight months in a year in the place of the parents, was not allowed to read prayers each morning and evening. He thought this a mon- strous proposition to maintain, and yet it was the proposition of those who wished to abolish religious education in these schools. He thought it would be a dire disaster to this country if girls were to be brought up in schools where no provision was made for their moral and religious education. The hand that rocked the cradle ruled the world, and it wts most certainly a bad look out if they were going to commit themselves in confidence to any political doctrinaires or political wire-pullers, who might wish to gain a party triumph for a moment, by banishing religion out of their schools. It would be a bad thing if they trusted the educa- tion ot their girls to an irreligious system of education. Assuming that the school was left as it was, he might say that those in charge were anxious to extend its usefulness as much as possible. He thought extension was possible, and this was an object on which they could all join in endeavouring to achieve. They had in Wales been a little behind hand in the education of girls, and their great deficiency was that they had so few first-grade schools for girls. He hoped that school would always remain a first grade school, and that no public body in their haste to remedy this great defect would banish religious education from it (applause). Dean Owen, in proposing a vote of thanks to the Bishop, suggested that some ladies should be added to the committee of local governors. Referring to the application of the compensa- tion money" for the purpose of intermediate education in Wales, he said he hoped the County Councils would lose no time in using them for the promotion of education. Their hearty thanks were due to the Bishop, as he had taken a most active interest in London in securing this money for educational purposes.—Mr. Pennant seconded, and said he hoped that whatever change took place in the school, the tradition of the past would be maintained, and that the benefits of the school would be extended. In acknowledging the vote, the Bishop said the application of this money for educational purposes would remove in a great degree the difficulty that existed in carrying out the Education Rill-viz" the lack of funds. He thought the Dean had taken as warm an interest in the matter as he had himself.—A vote of thanks having been accorded the teaching staff, the proceedings terminated.

FAILURES IN KORTR WALEs-First meeting of [creditors: At the court-house, Bangor, on Thursday, July 24th, at 11.15, Robert Parry, 13, Gordon-terrace. Bethesda, quarryman at 11-30, Jane Hughes, Malltraeth, Anglesey, grocer and flour dealer; at 11.45, Griffith Jones, Chapel- street, Newborough, painter, grocer, and baker. Public examinations: At the court-house, Bangor, on Thursday, July 24th, at 12 noon, Elias Williams, Wolverhampton House, Stanley- street, Holyhead, ironmonger; Jane Hughes, Malltraeth, Anglesey; Robert Parry, 13, Gordon- terrace, Bethesda Griffith Jones, Chapt 1-street, Newborough, j

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BaNGOE. i PETTY SESSIONS.— itaturaay. A number of farmers who pasture shesp on Llanilechid xnoante.ir. were summoned for cruelly hobbling them by fastening a straw fetter around the neck and foreleg.—Mr. S. R. Dew prosecuted on behalf cf tli3 Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, evidence beinoj given by Inspector K.i £ g, -Mr. 0. J. Williams, veterinary surgeon, and a policeman.—Mr. Thornton Jones, who defended, called Mr. Thomas Roberts, Aber, and saveral other practical sheep farmers, to prove that there ha.d been no unnecessary cruelty, imd that it was tns custom ot tDe country T) hobble mountain sheep to prevent them from straying.-A iine of 5s. and costs was imposed in all the cases.

BEAUMARIS. PRESENTATION.—A very interesting presenta- tion was made to Miss Evens, the mistress of the perls' department of the Board School, on Friday evening last. in view of her departure from this locality. The presentation was made on behalf of the pupil teachers, parents of the scholars, and numerous friends, and consisted of a brown leath* dressing-bag, a lady's com- panion and a beautiful album, Mauy kind wishes were expressed for Miss Evens's future success and happiness io her new appointment as head-mistress of the Park Board School, Holvhead.

COLWYN BAY. ST. PAUL'S CHURCH.—A special service was held on Friday at St. Paul's Church, when Dr. Stainer's cantata The Daughter of Jairus was sung, the principal vocalists being Madame Minnie Jones, Air Felix Watkius (St. Aaaplt Cathedral), a7id Mr, Levison Mvatt (Chester Cathedral). Dr. W. Montagu. Venables- Wiiliams was the organist. TLe proceeds were devoted towards reducing the debt of £ 300 on the church. SINGULAR ACCIDEXT.-On Sunday morning, while a youth named Foulkes was taking a horse to the water, for his usual sea bath, the animal suddenly stopped, and the next instant rolled over into the sea, dead. Foulkes, for a short time, was in imminent: danger ot drowning, aa the horse lay on one of his legs, but he managed to clear himself with no other incon- venience than a thorough drenching. The in- cident, which occurred about ten o'clock just opposite the Colwyn Bay Hotel promenade, caused great excitement for a time. The horse belonged to Mr. Davies, Uxbridge House, Colwyn Bay, who only last week refused £ 25 for the animal.

A CHURCH BAZAAR. On Wednesday, there was opened in the Public Hail a bazaar got up in the interest of St. Paul's Church, an edifice veritably risen, phcenix-like, from the ashes of a former church which was burned down a few months ago. The bazaar was opened by Mr. William Bostock, J.P., the high sheriff of Carnarvonshire. Mr. Bostock, in opening the proceedings, expressed his great pleasure to be allowed to take part in the opening ceremony at that bazaar. The high sheriff then went on to give a short, resume of the history of the church at Colwyn Bay, and spuke of the energy and zeal of the Vicar (the Rev. W. Venables Williams) in very eulogistic terms. The church was out of debt with the exception of about £ 13()¡) and it had been asked how that amount could be wiped off. In putting up a building of that kind there were always amounts overlooked, such as tha a-chitect's fees and the heating apparatus, and these had amounted to several hundreds of pounds. They were in great hopes that in a short time the church would be completely out of debt. Then they were looking forward to the time when they should aspire to ajspire(laughter); and then there was the chancel but they must go on slowly. In the meantime they were all anxious to have this church—a church erected voluntarily in every sense of the word—quite free from debt. It was extremely kind of the ladies coming forwarrl and giving their time to this work. He could not imagine anything more praiseworthy. He had much pleasure in the bazaar open.—The Vicar thanked Mr. Bostock for the kind expressions he had used towards himself personally, and for opening the bazaar.

CRICCIETH. GROWING POPULARITY-. — With its ancient Castle, its lovely walks and scenery, and its splendid boating and bathing accommodation, pre",ty little town is becoming one or the most attractive of Welsh watering places. We hear that the Bishops of London and St. Asaph, as well as the Venerable Archdeacon Farrar have arranged to spend their summer holidays here. A great number of wealthy families have taken houses for the season, and it is a fact that scarcely a house is to be found in the neigh- bc-urhood that is not secured.

DENBIGH. Tira ROMAX CATHOLIC CHAPEL.— Soecial services were held at the Catholic Chapel on Sunday morning, when there was a choral ct-le- brat: n of high mass. The preacher in the morning was the Rev. A. Knight. S.J., St. Eeuco's College, and in the course of his sermon the rev. gentleman contrasted the dissensions in the Church of England ami the Nonconformists with the "peaceful unanimity" that reigned ai2 7?gst Roman Catholics in all parts of the wcrM. He contended that the Roman Church was the true Church planted by Christ.—There was a large congregation.

DOLGSLILSY. COCXTY COGRT. 110Nr:iY,—Before his Honour Judge Bishop. DISPUTED MEDICAI. ACCOUNT. Dr. John Edward Jones, Brynffynnon, sought to recover from Kirkman John Finlay, Abir- gwynant, the sum of £ 14 14s., for professional attendance, &c., upon a domestic servant of the defendant Mr. W. R. Davies appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. Charles Millard for defendant, The case was heard before a jury.—Dr. Jones deposed to having attended the servant, who had had a bone broken, and that Mr. Finlay bad instructed witness to charge him. On his account being presented a cheque was drawn by Mr. Finlay for the fees, See., charged for pro- fessionally attending himself and Mrs. Fimlay, but the items charged on account of the servar,t were repudiated. Witness replied that he held ( Mr. Finlay responsible for the balance of the account, inasmuch as he had been called in by him (Mr. Finlav).-llis Honour, upon the cross- examination of plaintiff, remarked that if the defendant sought to p-ove that the treatment had not been skilfully or properly conducted, the jury ought to be coceposed ot medical men.—Dr. I Jones said the girl called upon him, and he had informed her that he did not require to see her at all with respect to the account, for he looked to Mr. Finlay for payment.—Dr. Harris, Aber- ystwyth, said he thought the treatment had been skilfully carried out, and that the charges were very reasonable. It would not be an easy matter to ascertain at once whether an arm, if broken, was also dislocated. — Dr. Robeit Roberts, Isallt, Festiniog, was of opinion that Dr. Jones bad displayed proper skill and care in his treatment, and the bill was reasonable for the services rendered.—Dr. Jones, Corris, also gave similar evidence, and corroborative evi- dence was given by Robert Jones, who was a pupil of Dr. Jones at the time he attended the woman. For the defence the servant (Mrs. Pugh) deposed to having been thrown out of a trap and received injuries to her arm. !Jr. Jones bandaged the injured limb, and when she remarked to him that her arm had also been dis- located he admitted that there was something out of place. Weights had been brought her to carry, Dr. Jones remarking that there was nothing much the matter with her, and that she was too much chicken-hearted. She went to see Dr. Jones when the bill had been presented to her master, and asked him whether he was going to make her pay him for making her a cripple for life.—Mr. Davies applied for permission to have the aim examined by the medical gentlemen present in court, but the Judge did not think such a course at all neces- sary.— Mr. Hugh Pugh said he went in company with his wife to ask Dr. Jones for the bill, in- forming the doctor that the amount was chargeable to him. Dr. Lloyd Wi!liam3 attended Mis. Pugh after the operation performed upon i her.— cJenry Revason said that Pugh asked him to fetch the doctor after the accident, and he sent for Dr. Jones. The doctor, on his return, said that the injury was very slight, and that j the arm had not been dislocated.—Dr. Lloyd Williams said he visited ).1r", Pugh at the request of Dr. Jones, who had told him !t.hat Mr. Finlay wanted another medical J gentleman to attend with him. From his examination of the arm he thought it was dislocated, and said so to Dr. Junes. He did not hear anything about the bone being broken. I If the bene had been broken it would be dangerous to attempt to reduce the disloca- tion within four weeks.—Mrs. Finlay said Dr. Jones had informed her that the patient would have to carry weights. She did not hear any- thing then about the bone being broken; Dr. Jones had informed her that the arm was merely strained.—K. J. Finlay (defendant) CDuid not remember anything about the night the accident occurred. He had not sent for the doctor, and could not remember whether lie had had a conversation with Dr. Jones about the matter, tie had refused to pay on account of improper treatment.—Verdict was returned by the jury in favour of the plaintiff. j A HORSK-SELLIXG- TRANSACTION. William Jones, Tyddynyberth, Aberdovey, sued Hugh Edwards for the recovery of C22 value of a mare sold him, together with £1 for the keep of the animal. Mr. Charles Millard appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. R. Giiliart for defendant. The animal was returned shortly after the transaction, lameness being alleged as the cause.—Judgment was given for the amount claimed. A MATTER OF ACCOUNT. Robert Williams, Cae'rddaniel, Llanaber, sued Mrs, Litura Evans, Maesydre House, Mold, for the recovery of £ 200. Mr, Charles Millard ap- peared for the plaintiff, and Mr. William George or i tor the defendant. Tins being purely a matter of account, it was handed over to the registrar. TUP: TRADESMAN AND TAILOR. Robert Roberts, grocer, Barmouth, sued G. Williams, tailor, Barmouth, for £ 10 17s. 4d., balance alleged to be due, together with £ 2 ;> Ifor the loan of a sewing machine.— Judgment for a part of the amount claimed. TUESDAY. CLAIM FOB GOODS SUPPIIED. Rowland Evans, Dinas Mawddwy, sued Ellis Jones, of the same place, for the recovery of £ 2I.) lis. lid. for goods sold and delivered.— Mr. W. R. Davies appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. Charles Millard for the defendant.-Phlintiff deposed that the goods were sold and delivered to defendant and not to his co-tenant, Edward Evans. Dugoed Isaf. Edward Evans was no liable in an) way.—Corroborative evidence was given by Miss Evans, plaintiff's daughter.—De- lendant said he received the goods and that he informed plaintiff that Edward Evans was a liable party.- Edward Evans denied ever be- coming responsible for the money.—Judgment in favour of the plaintiff for the whole umouut.

FESTINIOG. VISIT OF THE BISHOP OF BANGOR.—The new Bishop of the diocete visited Festiniog on Tuesday, to induct the Rev. Cp.dwgan 1'rice, M.A., Hanidloes. us successor of the previous vicar, the Rev. R. Killin. MISSION JUBILKE.—The special effort of the Calvinistic Methodists in *he West Merioneth district, iu connection wiih 11e Jubilee Foreign Mission Fund, has resulted so far, as follows :— Dolgelley, £JUU; Festinioe, Dyffryn, < £ 15U; rest of the district, £ 700 total, £ 1000. ENTRRTAINMENTS.— On Saturday last, the Royal OakeleY Band gave a popular selection of music in the Market-square. On the previous evening a concert was held in the Ebeuezer Wesleyau Chapel, presided over by Mr. J. Neyvton Jones. The proceeds went to the funds of the bazaar. COUNTY COURT. — Thursday. Before his Honour Judge Bishop. -Mr. Rees Jonws. on behalf of the Co-operative Society, claimed various sums from William Williams, William Lloyd, John Smith, and John W lliamj, as being duet.) the society. The two first-mentioned parties were ordered to pay, and his Honour made a similar order against John Smith deducting therefrom S2, viz., the value of shares purchased by defendant. The case against John Williams was adjourned.-Ten shillings and costs were awarded John Thomas, Tyddyngwyn, for the loan of his greyhound to Charles Lloyd, Penrhyn.—Jane Roberts applied for permission to retire and call back her shares from the Co-opera- tive Society. Mr. William George appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. Charles Millard for the society. The defence was that according to the new and revised rules, made recently, no member could retire for 12 months. His Honour reserved judgment.—The case of John Thomas, Coedyrhygyn, Trawsfyuydd, against J. C. Jones, Station-road, Festiniog, was settled out of court, — William Roberts, Maenofferen, brought an action for trespass against Joseph R. Jone9. Mr. W.George appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. Jones-Morris for the defendant, who admitted taking down a certain wall in dispute, but alleged that lie had had permission given him to do so. This was denied by plaintiff. Judgment was given in favour of the plaintiff for lus. but without costs.

LLANDUDNO. PETTY SESSIONS. MONDAY, JULY 21ST.—Before II. Kneeshaw, Esq. (chairman), Dr, J. Nicol, Dr. Arthur Prichnrd, and Elias Jones, Esq. DRUNKENNESS.—For this offence, Catherine Edwards, Wyddfid Cottages, was fined 7s. (3d. and costs Patrick Fury, tinker, Conway, 7s. 6d. and costs and Mathew Doneliv, pedlar, 5s. and costs. As? HAY.—Robert Evans, Warehouse-street, for allowing a donkey to stray, was fined 2s. and costs.—Jane Winstanley,similarly charged as to two donkeys, was fined Is. for each animal and costs. UNATTENDED HORSE AND CAR.—John Cowen, Warehouse-street, was charged with leaving a horse and a spring cart without, any one in charge, P.C. 35 finding the same in Lloyd-street. The defendant said he was deli7ering some laundry work at the time.-Dr. Prichard asked whether it was compulsory that they should have two men with each cart.—Superintendent Williams said the custom was to'send a boy with the driver.—The Chairman, in imposing a tine of 5s. and costs, said they considered tha master quite as responsible as the boy. DOGS WITHOUT LICENCES.—T. Davies, painter, Augusta-street, was summoned for keeping a dog for which he had no license. P.C. Rees (:J5) proved the caae. The defendant said it was he who first gave information to the police, but this was denied. He was tined 2s. 6d. and costs.—J. W. Rogers, North Madoc-street, was similarly charged. Mr. Chamberlain appeared for the defence, and said the dog only came to the defendant's place off and on, and might be taken away at any time by the children of the real owner. However, Mr. Rogers took out n. license immediately after his attention had been called to tlid matter by .Mr. Barry, the excise officer. A fine of 2s. 6d. and costs was imposed. A HORSE IN THK WRONG FLACK. — Evan Thomas, horsebreaker, was charged with riding a horse on the parapet in Lower Mostyn-street. P.C. Parry (HI) proved the case, and the defen- dant, who said he was very sorry, was fined 2s. 6d. and costs. FURIOUS DRIVING. Frederick Hughes, a young driver. w.ts charged with driving furiously in the public street. P.C. Rees gave information, and defendant was lined 5s. and costs. TOUTING,— Emma Owen, Phcebe Williams, Margaret Roberts (Jubilee-street), and Caroline Hughes (Clifton-road), were charged with obstructing the footpath near the railway station. Mr. Chamberlain, who appeared to prosecute on behalf of the commissioners, said that this was not an ordinary but a persistent case of obstruction, as the officer had taken the trouble to caution them several times.—P.C. Rees (35) proved that, on the 23rd of June, about fifteen of these women went to meet almost every train and obstructed by touting, causing much annoyance to passengers. He took the names of the defendants, as they were the most prominent of the lot. Caroline Hughes, though only 15 years ot age, was the most persistent. —Mr. Bone defended, and proceeded to show that they were not in Augusta-street, the line I by which people passed, but were round the corner in Hospital-street. He pleaded that these defendants were somewhat under adverse cir- cumstances, doing their best to get a living and did not obstruct the footpath, but might have asked people whether they wanted hot water or rooms, which in itself was not an offence.—The Chairman said they were inclined to take a lenient view of the case this tima. as it was the first offence this year, and he had to thank the policeman for bringing the case forward, as no doubt this was a great nuisance to passengers as well as to the people of the town. The defendants were each fined Is, and costs, and a hope was expressed that this would be a warning to people in future. Julia Lloyd, Jubilee- street, was also charged with touting, P.C. Williams (40) proving the case, which occurred on the 5th inst. She was fined 2s. (5d. and costs. OYSTER MEN.—George O'Hara (who did not appear) and Patrick Fern, oyster men. were charged with obstructing. P.C. Parry (G4) said he saw the former on the 28th ult. near the railway station vending oysters. There were about a dozen persons about the basket, and people had to go round to get along. A fine of 7s. 6d. and costs was imposed.—The same officer said that Fern was acting in a similar manner at the same time and near the same place. He was fined 5s. and costs.—The Chairman said that these oyster men were a great nuisance, and they would deal much more severely with them the next time. CART ON THE ROAD.—John Hughos, town porter, Clifton-road, for allowing his cart to obstruct the thoroughfare in Augusta-street during many hours, y.ras heed 7s, (>d. and costs — 2s. 6d. for not appearing. SLEEPING OUT.—Eiias Thomas, a gardener, lodging at Tygv/yn, was charged with sleeping in an out-house near the gasworks. He said that it was a stormy night, and that he turned into the shed for shelter, having to go to Tygwyn.—P.C. Rees said the man was in the habit of sleeping out. — Defendant said he was f»2 years oi age, and this was the first summons he ever had.—He was fined Ls. Gl. with costs, and cautioned. CRUELTY TO ANIMALS.—Charles Madden, ] driver, and George Smith., owner of a bay 1 ^elding, were charged with working the said animal when it was suffering from a disease which can sed it pain when worked.—Mr. Chamberlain appeared for the defence.—Tho prosecution was conducted by Inspector Rigg, and Mr. Booth, veterinary surgeon, Abergele, gave evidence for the prosecution,—Madden was fined 10s. and costs, and Smith 20s. and i costs,—Robert Roberts, Wyddfid Cottage, was charged with ill-treating a dog.—Impector I Rigg said that on the 13th ult. the defendant was given a collie dog to destroy. The dog was found alive on the rocks by a gentleman, and it had a string round its leg and neck. It was brought ashore, and after resting to; some time it found its way home, when it was shot. The defendant was seen, and said he got a shilling to drown the dog. lIe took it to the Pigeon's Cave, threw it over, and left it there without seeing that it was properly drowned. It must have been swimming about all night. He admitted that he might have drowned the dog in u more effectual manner. Defendant was fined Is. and costs. John Jones, a young lad residing at Fferm, was charged with cruelly beating a donkey.-P.C. Evans (34) said he saw the defendant beating the donkey across the head and shoulders. When asked why he did it, he said he was in a hurry to go to the cows. The donkey was going freely and did not require the stick.-Icspector Rigg said the boy was taken by the master out ot the workhouse, as was done I every year, and last year they had the same thing done by another workhouse lad.—The boy was fined Is. and costs. David Jones, driver, Glandon, Penmorfa, was charged with working a horse whilst in an unfit state.—Inspector Rigg said he found a dark brown gelding working in great distress, and not in a fit state to do any work."The defendant was fined 2s. Gd. and costs. HUSBAND AND WIFE.—Elizabeth Jones had, under the Married Women's Desertion Act, sum- moned her husband, David Jones, town porter, to contribute towards her maintenance.—Mr. R. Bellis appeared for the wife, and Mr. Chamber- lain for the husbanc].-The wife said she had been married to the defendant for the last four- teen years. On the IGth ult. he turned her out of the house, and had since broken up the home. There had been unpleasantness between them, but denied any charge of immorality. Since June 16th she had about 88. from her husband, who in summer earned about £ 3 a week. She denied being out of the house over night, and said her husband vas always jealous.—The husband was called, and spoke to his wife drinking at places with men, and to her leaving him during one night. In fact, the woman had not been sober one day during the past twelve months.—Mr. Bellis: Do you get drunk ?—The defendant: That has nothing to do with it.—Oh, yes, what is sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander.—The defendant said that lie had no witnesses, as on Friday night he had arranged to give his wife 5s. a week, but on Saturday night she came to his lodgings after twelve o'clock, and created a fearful row.—The bench ordered the defendant to pay 6s. a week. THE CAB DRIVERS.—The following cab drivers were fined 23. Gd. each and costs for loitering: Thomas Edwards, New-street; Edward Wil- liams, Jubilee-street; James Winstanley, Daniel Hughes, Pydew William Jones, Brick Cottage; C. D. Madden, R. T. Jones, Madoc-street; Fred. Liston. For not wearing a badge:—Daniel Mackenzie, Samuel Jones, Tywyn; George Smith, William Hughes, Back Madoc-street; John Morgan, ditto Henry Seed. Overloading :— Henry Reed, 10s. and costs, James Brookes, 5s. and costs. ALLEGED ASSAULT.—The charge against Jane Lunt, Bodafon-ro w, for assaulting John Codman, a youth, was dismissed. Mr. Bone appeared for the defence.

LOCAL NOTES. It i3 a misfortune that the town of Llanrwst should remain so long under the rural sanitary authority of the Llanrwst Union. The trades- men and other inhabitants of Llaurwst are reputable and intelligent persons who wish to see the town properly managed. but as they have obtained no charter, thev continue subject to delegates from Trefriw, Pünmachno, Dol- wyddelen, and other places. The inhabitants have no effective voice in their own public affairs because a number of country people, who come to the town on market day, overwhelm the chief parish in the union and say, "We will have the business of this union transacted to suit our convenience." Should not these worthy people at the same time say, We will under- take the burden of the rates, as long as we have the control of affairs." Why should two members from Trefriw dictate what the parishioners of Llaurwst must do ? They come from a different parish and a different county. If a town like Llanrwst cannot return people who can properly represent it, then perish Llanrwst. But is the board of guardians and the sanitary authority to be entirely ruled from Trefriw ? It seems so at the present moment. Nothing can be done at Penmachno, Dolwyddelen, and other parishes unless Trefriw has a voice in the matter. It is high time that we had a thorough reform. ROOSTER. COUNTY COURT. FRIDAY.—Before his Honour Judge Sir Horatio Lloyd. CONGRATULATING THE JUDGE. Upon his Honour taking his seat, Mr. R. James, representing a numerous attendance of legal gentlemen, referred to the fact that this was the first opport unity they had had of congra- tulating his honour in that court upon the dignity conferred upon him by her Gracious Majesty the Queen. Mr. James spoke of Sir Horatio in most eulogistic terms. He had watched his honour's career with great interest and admiration. Mr. James wished Sir Horatio and Lady Lloyd long life and happiness.—Mr. Allard, on behalf of the solicitors practising in that court, endorsed the registrar's remarks, and dwelt on the pleasant feeling that at all times had existed between his honour and the bar.— Sir Horatio Lloyd, in reply, said he was very pleased to hear such expressions of good will from the registrar and on behalf of the profession generally. He was glad to fiud that there existed such happy relations between himself and the bar. A DILL OF SALE. Messrs. Waring and Sons, Bold-street, Liver- pool, claimed to have a valid bill of sale upon the goods of Miss Pooley, Tynyfron, Bettwsy- coed.—Mr. W. J. Sparrow appeared for Messrs. Waring, and Mr. Yates (instructed by Mr. D. Jones, Llanrwst) for Mr. G. R. Jones, the defendant. The latter had a judgment for £17 against Mrs. Pooley, and not getting his money, he sent in a bailiff. Messrs. Waring paid him out.-His Honour upheld the validity of the bill of sale, and gave judgment in favour of Messrs. Waring. AN AGRICULTURAL CASE. Thomas Jones, late of the White Sheaf Hotel, Llansantffraid-glan-Conway, was sued for the sum of £ 80 odd, alleged damage to land by the taking away of hay, straw and manure, contrary to custom and covenant, and also dilapidation of out-buildings.—Mr. Chamberlain appeared for the owner of the property, Miss Jones, Bryn Eisteddfod,and Mr. Yates for the defendant. The. issue was as to the X41 alleged to be due for the hay, straw, and manure sold from off the ground, -The jury gave judgment for £ 30 against defendant.

LIVERPOOL. WELSH CALVINISTIC METHODIST SUNDAY SCHOOL UNION.—This union, which comprises about 40 schools, held its ordinary bi-monthly meetings on Sunday last, at the Welsh Chapel at Southport, under the chairmanship of the president (Mr. W. Venmore), and there was a good attendance of delegates from the various schools. At thei^ meeting, held in the morning, the pro»<rcQingsthe executive com- mittee were adopta £ >hich included the offering of a > prize f" be awarded to ttive lat succeeds in passing the ISffjesc of scholars at the annual Scriptural examin-itions, and it was also decided to arrange for an official visitation of each school by members of the union within the next few months. The children and adult members of the Southport school were cate- chised by Mr. H. E. Williams, of Liverpool, in the afternoon, and reports as to the position and progress of that school were given by its officials and commented upon by several delegates. At the evening meeting the subject for discussion was "Self-denial, as taught in the New Testa-* ment," a paper being read by Mr. G. E. Lloyd. of Liverpool, and Messrs. H. E. Williams, Robert Owen (of Walton Park), John-Williams (of St. Michael's), and R. O. Roberts (Crosshall-street), also taking part in the proceedings. FUNERAL OF MR. JOHN GRIFFITH. — The interment of the remains of Mr. John Griffith, who died on the 17tli inst. at his residence, Parkside, Liscard, took place on Monday at Wallasey Church. For many years deceased had been one of the most well-known and respected members of the Welsh community in the dis- trict, and as a member of the Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Church had rendered valuable service to that body in his capacity of honorary sec- retary to the Liverpool Presbytery. Prior to the interment of the bo ly there was a short service in the Liscard-road Chapel, Seacombe, of which the deceased had been a prominent member, conducted by the Rev. H. Jones, D.D., assisted by the Revs. Griffith Ellis (Bootle), David Williams, and Josiah Thomas. The chief mourners were Messrs. David and Thomas Griffith (brothers), William Parry and T. Powell (brothers-in-law), H. Lloyd Jones, W. Lloyd Parry, and H. Lloyd Parry (nephews), Owen Jones, John Jones, and John Owen (elders of the church), and Dr. Morgan. Among those present at the chapel and the graveside were the Revs. W. Jones (David-street), A. Roberts, John Jones.Tuebrook; T. Gray, Birkenhead; W. Evans, J.P., Dr. Hughes (Carnarvon), Owen Owen, E. James Jones (London), Messrs. David Hughes, J,P., T. Hanson Jones, Evan Morris, W. Jones, T. Jones (Chatham-street), J. Thomas, R. Jones, J. Richards (West Kirby), G. Day, Samuel Williams (Higher Bebington), Samuel Davies, Edward Jones (Glan Conway), John Williams, John Jones, It. Williams, W. J. Hughes, Griffith Rees, William Lloyd. J.T. Lea, William Williams, R. Peregrine, T. Somerville Jones, Thomas Evans, J. Davies (Hoylake), J. Foulkes, Cadvan Williams, Peter Davies, J. Parry, Richard Evans, T. S. Roberts, E. Smallwood, David Richards, Ben Gibson, T. B. Beutley, J. Edwards (Conway), Edward Evans, J. Rogers, T. H. Roberts, S. Jones, Thomas O. H. Jones, J. Pugh, D. Richard, Gorman Jones, James Smith, E. Williams Bindloss, Joseph Coventry, J. J, Williams, and Edward Morgan. The Rev. W. J. Stanton conducted the funeral service, which concluded with the singing at the graveside of the Welsh funeral hymn, Bydd myrdd o ryfeddodau."

WRECK OF A STEAJIEK OFF HOLYHEAD. SIGNALS of distress were on Saturday morninc displayed at the Skerries, and the Holyhead lifeboat was immediately launched, and pro- ceeded thither in tow. Later on a tug also went out, a steamer being on an unknown rock near the We,t Mouse, outside Cemlyn. The ,-essei proved to be the Gulf Line steamer Gulf of St. Vincent," outward bound from the Clyde and Liverpool for Valparaiso, with a general ettrizo. The crew and two passengers who were on board were saved by the Cemlyn lifeboat. The steamer remained on the rock for about two tides, and afterwards commenced to break up. The hatches came off, and etirgo was soon to be seen floating about, and was nicked up by boats in the vicinity. During Saturday night the second mate and some of the crew of the Liverpool tug Challenger," in company with some of the ship's officers, boarded the wreck removing provisions and everything els they could get hold of. While they wer in the net of doing this the vesse parted, and the second mate of the tug got his head jammed between two planks of the bridge and was instantly killed. The second officer of the steamer, John Murray, at the same time got his arm under some debris, and it was with the greatest difficulty that he was rescued. It was feared at first that his Arm would have to be cut off but, however, it was got out with. the flesh much lacerated. He was taken to Stanley Hospital, Holyhead, where he lies in a very precarious condition. The vessel was taken charge of bp the Salvage Association, and the crew brought, to the Sailors' Home, Holybead, whence they were on Saturday forwarded to their homes by Captain O. H. Parry, agent of the Ship- wrecked Mariners' Society. "The Gulf of St. Vincent" only left the Mersey on Friday night. under the command of Captain Cook, and had a crew of about forty hands. An inquest was held on Tuesday after- noon, before Mr. R. Jones Roberts, coroner, touching the death of Francis Shandley. 22 years of age, teco id mate of the Liverpool steamtug "Chiilenger." Mr. James Lloyd,Water- side, was appoin'ed foreman of the jury.—A verdict of accid ntal death was returned. In reply to the foreman, the Coroner regretted that the law did not allow a shiding each for jury- men. It nrgbt ba nllowed in large centres of population, by special local ennctment. »«> -NNNNRTTTIWNNIRMNPT M "RNHNRNM—