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DBNBIGH COUNTY SCHOOL. THE EDUCATION BILL. The monthly meeting of the Denbigh County School Governors was held on Tuesday, when there were present Mr J Harrison Jones (in the chair), Revs H Humphreys and J Charles, Mrs Humphreys Roberts, Mrs W Parry, Messrs J Davies, Boaz Jones, E Mills, Ellis Williams, Owen Williams, and J Foulkes, with the clerk, Mr Foulkes Roberts. The building and finance committee reports were discussed, and were adopted as follows BUILDING COMMITTEE.—This Committee met on April 19th, there being present Mr J Hartison Jones, in the chair, Messrs J Davies, Ellis Williams, J Roberts, and 0 Williams, with the Architect and the Head- master. A resolution of the Governors passed at their last meeting referring to this committee the communication from the Chief Inspector of the Central Welsh Board having been read, it was resolved, after discussion and reference to the plans, etc, on the motion of Mr Mills, seconded by Mr Boaz Jones, that the Clerk explain to the Chief Inspector that the original plans had been approved both by the County Governing Body and the Board of Education and enclose » letter on the M i.1 A > • 1-1 subject irom outo Arcniteci kwliu was I directed by the Committee to express his views in the form of a letter to the Governors). The Committee further re- solved that it was advisable that a caretaker's house should be erected, but considered that the subject should be left over for a time. FINANCE COMMITTEE.—This Committee met on April 19th, there being present Mr J Harrison Jones, in the chair, Revs H Humphreys and J Charles, Messrs Gwilym Parry and E Mills, with the Headmaster. The Headmaster informed the Committee that Dr Lloyd and another gentleman who did not wish his name mentioned had offered to become responsible for two scholarships on certain terms. After dis- cussion it was agreed to advertise the scholarships in the local papers, and that the Governors be recommended to express their gratitude to the generous donors of the additional scholarships. TE EDUCATION BILL: CHAIRMAN ADMITS A RESOLUTION NOT ON THE AGENDA. The Rev J Charles moved the following resolution in connection with the Educa- tion Bill That the local Governors of the County School strongly oppose the Education Bill of the Government for the following reasons II (1) Because it authorises the Local Government Educational Authority te raise money to maintain denominational J schools, whilst the ratepayers have no I' real, true, and adequate control over the schools." (2) 'Because the Local Educational I Authorities provided by the Bill have not been elected for educational purposes." (3) Because the areas are too large, and the committees appointed to carry out I the work would not be in touch with the ratepayers of the various localities." 14) "Because the principles of the Bill considered as a whole are sectarian, retro- gressive and unjust." Further, should the Government taue advantage of its large majority to pass the Bill without any mandate from the ratepayers, we strongly urge the Welsh members to do their utmost to have Wales excluded from its operation. The Rev H Humphreys called attentior to the fact that the subject was not on th< agenda and no notice had been given of the intention to bring it forward; he urgec therefore that it could not be dealt wit! that day. The chairman (Mr Harrison Jones) however, ruled that the resolution could be dealt with that day and asked for a seconder. The Rev H Humphreys said they had had no notice of tt, so that those opposed to the resolution had no chance of attend- ing and voting on the subject. The Chairman ruled that the motion was in order. Mr Humphreys said he was entirely opposed to the motion. Mr Boaz Jones seconded the motion, and all the members present, including the Chairman and Mrs Humphreys Roberts, voted for the resolution, with the single exception of the Rev H Humphreys, however, who voted against the motion. This closed the business.

DEATH OF MRS. R. GRIFFITH JONES, DENBIGH. The announcement of the death of Mrs R Griffith Jones, wife of Mr R Griffith Jones, High-street, Denbigh, on Saturday was received with very sincere and general regret, and evoked the deepest sympathy tor the bereaved husband and the members of deceased's family. She had been ill for some weeks, and the best medical aid, as well as skilled nursing, had been exercised on her behalf, but all to no avail, for she passed peacefully away, as stated, on Saturday. It is scarcely twelve months since she commenced what bid fair to be a long and happy married life, and the fact that she has so soon been taken away has increased the severity of the blow to her bereaved husband and friends, whilst it intensified the sympathy of all who knew her. She died exactly 11 months to the day Gf her marriage. Mrs Jones was the daughter of Mr and Mrs T Jones, of Kilford, formerly of Dan y Llan, Llannefydd. She was a young lady of kind and amiable disposition, which endeared her to all. A life-long member of the Calvinistic Methodist Body, she was faithful to the cause and helpful in every possible way, her life of Christian usefulness being an honour to the church to which she belonged, end in which she will be greatly missed. She had been a member of the Brookhouse Chapel and Sunday School, and on coming to Denbigh joined the church at Capel Mawr, and was extremely useful in the Sunday School. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon at Whitchurch. The service at the house was conducted by the Rev Joseph Evans (C.M.), and at the grave by the ReT Evan Jones and the Rev Robert Griffith, C.M., ministers. There was an extremely large attendance, and everywhere signs of sorrow and respect were observable, the whole of the shops being closed and the blinds drawn at private houses. The chief mourners followed the hearse on foot being:—Mr R Griffith Jones (husband), Messrs John, William, Thomas, and Edward Jones, brothers of the de- ceased Mr D Williams, Llannefydd Mr J Story, Penybryn Rev D Jones, Rhuddlan; Mr W Gomer Williams, St Asaph; Mr Ellis Davies, Rhuddlan Mr Edwards, Garthneuadd; Mr J G Jones, Manchester; Mr Griffith Jones and Mr Griffiths, Trawefynydd Mr T J Roberts, Blaenau Festiniog Mr Robert Jones, ditto; and Mr Thomas Jones, Penparc 1st Carriage Miss Catherine Jones, Kilford (sister), Mrs Williams, Penybryn Miss Davies, Birkenhead; Mrs Jones, Colwyn Bay Miss Katie Hughes, and Miss Webster. 2nd Carriage Mrs Jones, Penparc Nurse Green, Denbigh Miss Jones, Llan- dudno and Miss Hughes, Penbedw Ucha. 3rd Carriage Mrs Davies, St Asaph Miss Story, St Asaph; Miss S Story; and Miss Bessie Jones, Tanllan. 4th Carriage Mrs Davies, Birkenhead Mr Webster, Bangor Mr J Jones, Fach Farm and Mrs Vaughan, Abergele. __L_- t h;l_- Then came a large numtrei m filled, and a considerable attendance of townspeople on foot. The beautiful polished oak coffin, with massive brass fittings, made by Mr J Morris Davies, was covered with the most magnificent wreaths, including those from Mr R Griffith Jones (husband), deceased s brothers and sisters at Kilford her brother at Colwyn Bay, and the following —Miss Katie Hughes, Liverpool Mrs Davies, Birkenhead Mrs Davies, Plas Castell; Mr and Mrs Webster, Bangor Mr and Mrs Houghton and all at Broadleys Mr and Mrs Lloyd and family, Lodge Farm Mrs Lleyd Hughes, Ivy Cottage Mr and Miss Bowdage, Mr aad Mrs Vaughan, Mr and Mrs Bowdage, Frondeg Mr and Mrs Jones, Eglwyswen Mrs Parry, Llewesog Isaf Miss Parry, Bodgwilym; Mr and Mrs T Andrew Roberts, Mr and Mrs Edgar (junr), Mrs Brebber, Park-street Mr and Mrs Richard Hughes, Brixton, London &c., &c. T116 arrangements were efficiently carried out by the undertaker, Mr J Morris Davies, the carriages being sup- plied by Messrs T and J Williams, Crown Stables and Mr David Jones, Berllan. plied »y Messrs T and J Williams, Crown Stables and Mr David Jones, Berllan. Mr Jones and the brothers and sisters 0f deceased take this opportunity of thanking all the kind friends for the many kindnesses received and the great sympathy shown towards them in their bereavement.

RECTOR'S PROPOSAL FOR A UNITED RELIGIOUS SERVICE ON CORONATION DAY. THE NONCONFOR MISTS DECLINE THE INVITATION. A letter having been sent by the Recter of Denbigh to the Mayor (A 0 Evans, Esq.), suggesting that Churchmen and Nonconformists might unite in a religious service at St Mary's Church, in which two Nonconformist ministers would be asked to take part, the Mayor sent it on te the heads of the religious bodies in the town for their consideratiou. The Rector's letter was as follows I Rectory, Denbigh, April 4th, 1902. Dear Mr Mayor,—I was pleased to hear you announce at the Town Hall Meeting the other day that it was your intention to invite the members of the Corporation and others to accompany you to a place of worship on the occasion of His Majesty's Coronation. In the past it has sometimes been the practice in Denbigh on im- portant occasions for the Mayor and Corporation to attend first one place of worship and then another in deference to the feelings of Churchmen and Non- conformists. May I express a hope that a different plan will be adopted on the present occasion, and one religious service may be arranged which will be acceptable to Churchmen and Nonconformists alike. Apart from its religious significance, the Coronation of the Sovereign is the ex- pression of an Empire's corporate loyalty to the throne, and as we are all, irrespective of political and religious differences, equally emphatic in our attachment and devotion to the throne, I see no reason why we should not unite in observing the religious part of the local celebrations just as we have already decided to do in the case of the seeular part. I would suggest that such a service be held in St Mary Church, that two Non- conformist ministers take part in it, that the Church choir be augmented for the occasion so as to include members of Non- conformist bodies, that the service be con- ducted partly in English and partly in Welsh, and that the collection, if any, be devoted to some local ehariable institution. I believe a religious service on the lines indicated above to be feasible, and should the suggestion commend itself to your Worship, I beg to assure you beforehand of my cordial co-operation in giving effect to it.—I am, yours faithfully, DANIEL DAVIBS. His Worship the Mayor of Denbigh." After long consideration and an inter- view between two of the Nonconformist ministers and the Rector, the Noncon- formist leaders have decided that thpy will not join the Church in a religious service, but have arranged to hold a service of their own. We think it will be the pre- vailing opinion that it is to be regretted that the Nonconformist leaders could not see their way to accept" the olive branch," extended by tho Church, for this is surely just one of those rare opportunities for unity and Christian concord, which should be readily embraced. The Coronation service at St Mary's Church will commence on Coronation day at 11 o'clock. The order of service will be that just issued by command of the King, for use in all the Churches in England and Wales aDd will embrace special anthems, hymns, &c., in every way appropriate to the great occasion. The forms will be obtainable in due course.

WORKING UP 'OPPOSITION TO THE EDUCATION BILL. An illustration of how this is being done is giteit in the report. of the Denbigh County School Governors in another column. It will be noticed from the list of names of those present that this was a good opportunity for the opponents of the voluntary schools on this Board to get through a resoluvon against the Educa- tion Bill without much opposition, for they had the meeting practically to themselves. None of the Church members knew that the resolution was to be moved, it was not on the agenda, or aoy reference to it, but the chairman (Mr Harrison Jones) passed over the usual practice of requiring notice to be given of special resolutions, and therefore what was practically a political and one sided resolution was sprung on the meeting, discussed and voted upon; the Chairman and the other op- ponents of the voluntary school system present, with the aid of Mrs R Humphreys Roberts, voting for and carry- ing the resolution; the Rev H Humphreys being the only dissentient. Certainly a subject of this kind should have had a notice on the agenda, so that the members in favour of the Education Bill could have had the chance of being present and voting against the resolution. Not that it really will make any difference to the fate of the Bill, for the resolution is only likely to help to swell the mass of matter which finds its way into the waste naner basket is the Government Offices. -n_

THE SARACEN'S HEAD LLANSANNAN CASE. It will be remembered that a case was tried in the County Court at Denbigh some time ago, relating to the delapidations of the Saracen's Head, Llansannan, and other points under the lease held by Mr Bird. Judgment was then given by the County Court Juige In favour of Mrs Wynne Yorke as the owner, against Mr Bird. The latter appealed against the decislbn of the County Court Judge, and and the case has this week been heard in the High Court in London. Mr A 0 Evans, Denbigh, was solicitor throughout the proceedings for Mr Bird, aitd instructed Counsel in the appeal, Mr J P Lewis, Denbigh, the solicitor of Mrs Wynne Yorke, attended to his client's interests in the case. Mr Bryn Roberts, M.P., appeared for the appellant and Mr Warmington, K.C. and Mr David Pennant were the counsel, instructed by Mr J P Lewis, on behalf of the owner of the property. The Judge (Mr Justice Kekewich), in giving judgment, went fully into the facts, remarking that Mr Lewis, as representing Mrs Wynne Yorke, the owner, had shown every consideration and fairness in dealing with Mr Bird, who, although he had spent some money on the place, had shown nc disposition to carry out fully his obligations under the lease. So far a8 he could se« his case was hopeless. The County Court Judge had given the case every care and attention, and had even visited the place to see the state of things for himself. He considered the County Court Judge had come to a right decision and therefore he upheld that decision and the appeal would $e dismissed with costs.

DENBIGH BOWLING GREEN. THE ANNUAL DINNER. The members of the Royal Denbigh Bowling Green met at the Crown Hotel yesterday (Thursday) evening for the annual dinner, Mr James Hughes, the president for Ithe year, presiding over a gathering of upwards of 30 members and guests. Apologies for absence were announced from several members. After the excellent dinner provided by Hose Hughes had been done full justice to, and the names of a number of candidates for membership having been submitted, The President in very appropriate terms submitted the loyal toast, which was daly honoured. The Mayor, in proposiug the toast of Our Gallant Defenders," alluded to the good impression made by their sailor- Prince," the Prince of Wales, on his installation as Chancellor at Carnarvon, and to the soldier-like beating of the guard of honour, composed of Denbigh- shire men, at Rhyl on the occasion of the Prince's visit. Colonel Wynne Edwards, in reply, said soldiers always did their duty. Referring to the auxiliary forces, they should be very proud that the Imperial Yeomanry's first encampment would be among them. Be had been fortunate in succeeding to the command of the Volunteers when they bad been brought up to a high state of efficiency by previous commanding officers. After referring to the good work done by Colonel Mainwaring, Colonel Lloyd- Williams, and Quarter-master-sergeant 0 n Hughes, the speaker concluded by thanking the Mayor for the compliment he had paid to the guard of honour at Rhyl. The President asked the company to drink success to the Denbigh Bowling Green. Bowls was the oldest of English games, and they had one of the most delightful greens in the kingdom, and would have to go far to equal it for situa- tion and beauty. Amorgst its members were the most notable citizens ef the town for over 100 years, and last year they reached the high-water mark in the mem- bership of the Green. He coupled with the toast the name of the oldest member present (Col Lloyd Williams). Colonel Lloyd Williams thanked them for coupling his name with the toast. Though he was the oldest member he did not feel so in such pleasant company, and he recommended anyone who desired a long and happy life to join the bowling green. He suggested that the Imperial Yeomanry should be made hon members of the Green during their visit. The Hon Secretary (Mr Gibbs) explained that this had been already provided for. Mr Preston briefly submitted The Town and Trade of Denbigh," and the toast was briefly acknowledged by Mr D Kaowles. Mr John Davies proposed The Presi- dent," referring to his many good qualities in appropriate terms, and to the fact that he held Col Mesham's medal for the champion bowler. The President, in returning thanks, said it was a great honour to fill that position, especially considering the long list of distinguished predecessors. He intended to act up to precedent, and to give a cup for competition (applause). Col Wynne Edward submitted The hon secretary, Mr Gibbs," remarking that the panacea for all Denbigh ills was summed up in the words Go to Gibbs." Mr Gibbs replied, and the toast of The Host and Hustess," submitted by Mr Mellard, concluded the list, an enjoyable evening terminating with the singing of Auld Lang Syne" and the National Anthem. Songs and recitations were given during the evening by a number of members.

DENBIGH COUNTY MAGISTRATES' COURT. WEDNESDAY.—Before W D W Griffith, Esq. (in the chair), Colonel Mesham, Capt Cole, Col T A Wynne Edwards. W G Denton, Esq., and J D W Griffith, Esq. NIGHT FISHING IN THE RIVER ELWY. Thomas Deed, river watcher, summoned Robert Jones and David Jones, Henllan- street, Denbigh, for unlawfully fishing with night lines on the River Elwy. Mr Gamlin, Rhyl, appeared for the pro- secution, at the instance of the Clwyd and Elwy Fishery Board. Mr A 0 Evans, defended. Thomas Deed, river watcher, said neither of the defendants held any licence under that Board. Police-constable Lewis, Trefnant, said on morning of the 19th April, about 5.30 a.m., he saw the defendants. One was sitting on the bridge and the other on the stile near Pontralltgoch bridge. When he saw them they were about 15 or 20 yards away from the river Elwy. They had six trout, nine eels, and some night lines. The defend- ants were wet, and the trout were fresh, and some of the eels were alive. He asked David Jones what he had, and the defend- ant said only a little flsli, and the defendant asked him what right had he to take them from him. Police-constable JohnEvans corroborated. Mr A 0 Evans, addressing the Bench for the defence, said it was no use denying that the two defendants did not bear the best of reputations as far as poaching was concerned. He was confident, however, the Bench would try the case on its merits and mete out justice to these defendants, who had the misfortune to be brought before them. The evidence was to the effect that these two men were seen on Pontralltgoch bridge, and one was alleged to have been coming over the stile into the road. The summons was for using night lines for the purpose of catching trout on fhA River Elwv. There was no evidence brought forward to prove that the defend- ants had on the morning in question used night lines on the River Elwy and as a matter of fact these two policemen had not been in search of the two defendants, and were only coming from St Asaph. The defendants were simply sitting down, tired. No doubt they had caught fish, but not in the River Elwy. He submit ed that the policeman ought not to have takon the tackle and fish, and that there was no evidence to show that the defendants did [ fish in the River Elwy. David Jones (defendant) said that he had never had a charge of illegal fishing brought against him before. The other defendant was his father-in-law. It was 5.30 a.m. when they saw the policemen coming from the direction of St Asaph, about 300 yards away. They were sitting on the bridge, tired, and they had not been near the River Elwy. Mr Gamlin: Do you say you were not near the river ?- W e were sitting on the bridge, that is all. Robert Jones, the other defendant, said they did not come from the River Elwy on to the road. Mr Gamlin: Do you mean to say that no man came over the stile on to the road ?- No, no one. But the policemen swear that they saw someone come over the stile near the bridge ?—No, no one came over the stile. Did you tell the policeman where you got the fish ?—No. Were your trousers wet ?-Yes, the bottoms were. Were the trout fresh ?—Yes, of course they were. Were the eels alive ?—Yes, eels will live for two or three days. What time did you start from Denbigh ? —I don't know. Was it morning, afternoon or night ?-It was night. Where did you go to ?—I won't answer that. Mr Gamlin :-1 don't think it is worth while flogging a dead horse." Supt Jones reported that there had been different cases brought against Robert Jones since 1896, and a conviction of game trespass against the other defendant in 1900. The Chairman said the Bench were unanimous in their decision that the de- fendants had committed the offence, and there was no reasonable doubt that they had come from the river Elwy. They ap- peared to have a bad history, and the magistrates could not see any reason for leniency. They would be fined 30s each, and advocate's fee would be allowed in each case. UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF PHEASANTS* EGGS. A COSTLY PROCEEDING. James Regan, chief agent for Mr Waud, Brynmorfydd, summoned Charles Carter, chip potato, and general merchant, Den- bigh, for having in his possession 67 pheasants eggs, and one partridge egg, well knowing that he had the eggs from a person who was not in a position to deal with them. The defendant pleaded guilty to having the eggs, but said he did not know that he was committing an offence. Mr A 0 Evans appeared for the prosecu- tion, and said it was the first case of the kind he had ever had in his professional career. The defendant had only been in the town nine months, and he had the reputation of being a person who had in two instances bought what turned out to be stolen property. He was able to call evidence to show that the defendant had received four hens at less than half their value, the property of John Williams, Henllan-street, from a youth, who was con- victed for three months in consequence. And he had also bought harness from a man named O'Neil for 10s, and which was valued 22, and O'Neil had been convicted. The Chairman I don't think it is right to hear these things to prejudice the case. Of course if you are proceeding with the case on the assumption that the case is proved by the defendant pleading guilty you can go on. Mr A 0 Evans said he was relating these things because it would weigh in the decision of the court, and under the Act of Parliament a person who had received stolen property during twelve months was liable to have the facts brought against him before the magistrates. Fortunately for the prosecution the defendant had admitted the charge, but he seemed to think he was protected when he said that he thought the eggs had come from Lancashire. The defendant had a business as chip potato, and general dealer, and he wanted to sell these eggs at lOd each, and had previously bought them at 3d each. The defendant had also in his employ a man who was a convicted poacher. He hoped that the bench would deal severely with this case so as to protect game in the future. The Chairman: You are charged with being in the possession of these eggs ? Defendant: Yes, sir, I plead guilty, but I should like to say a word or twO about it. Some of the statements that Mr Evans has made about me are not all true. Concern- ing the harness I had no knowledge that it had been stolen, and the present charge which is brought against me of being in unlawful possession of pheasants' eggs I did not know that I was doing anything wrong, and I have made no secret of it. I am sorry that I bought these eggs. I have not seen a partridge's egg or pheasant's egg for years. The Chairman said the defendant had pleaded guilty to the charge, and he must warn the defendant that he had committed a crime for which he could be sent to gaol. The defendant was liable to a line of 5s per egg which would amount to £1!, but as this was the first offence in the district he would be fined Is each eg., and which with costs and advocate's fee came to R4 169 6d. SUNDAY DRINKING NOT BONA HDE TRAVELLERS. A CURIOUS CASE. Police-constable D Lewis, Trefnant, sum- moned George, Lewis and Warren Lewis Denbigh, for on the 13th of last month be- ing on licensed premises, in the parish of Trefnant, namely, the Stag's Head Inn, knowing that these premises should be closed at the time. The defendants admitted being on the said premises, but denied that they knew they were doing wrong. They said they had been for a long walk, and they had come from St Asaph, nd they thought they were entitled to a drink, being so far from °Supt Jones said there were other reasons why they had summoned these men. The two defendants were nearly every Sunday night at the Stag s Head Jun, and they could not be bona fide travellers," and Police-constable Lewis could tell the dates when they were. The Chairman What about the keeper of the house ? Supt Jones: That is under consideration. Warren Lewis said he had not been in the house for ten weeks. police-constable Lewis said the following dates the defendants were at the Stag's Head: Both on February 2nd and February 9th; March 16th, 23rd and April 6th, George Lewis by himself; and the two defendants were there on the 13th of April. George Lewis said they considered they were bona fide travellers, and did not know that they were doing anything wrong, and he thought that the police officer ought to have warned them, but he had done noth- ing of the 1-ind. The Chairman Did you warn them ? police-constable Lewis: Xe, sir. Did you know they were Denbigh men ? —Yes, sir. Then if you knew that they were Denbigh men, you knew that they could not be bona fide travellers ?-They might have been on business. The Chairman: I cannot see what busi- ness they could have at Trefnant on a Sunday. Did yon ask them if they were bona tide travellers ?-Yes, sir, I did. r George Lewis said they walked for the aake of the walk and not for the sake of the drink. The Chairman: Were they sober? Police-constable Lewis: Yes, sir. Supt Jones If a man walks three miles he is not a bona fide traveller. The Chairman: Did you inquire how long they had been there ? Police-constable Lewis: They might have been about half-an-hour. The Chairman (to the defendants): You know that it has been clearly proved that you were on licensed premises during pro- hibited hours. George Lewis said he thought the hoars were not prohibited to them, as they were over the three mile limit. The Chairman said it was not the view the law took upon the question, and as the case was an innocent one, the defendants would only be fined a nominal fine of Is and costs, and the bench were of opinion that the police ought to warn these men, and that it should be done to as great an extent as possible. Supt Jones said that the police would carry out the instructions. NO LIGHT NO NAME. Police-constable Thomas summoned B Refferts, Holywell, for having no light and no name to his cart on the 1st May. Police-constable Thomas proved the case and said the defendant refused to give his name and address. The Chairman said the defendant had no excuse, the whole of the country knew that they must carry a light, and the defendant had made the ease worse by refusing his name, and he would be fined 5s and costs in each case. He also wished to make a re- mark, that whilst he was riding out in the country he met many carts without the name, and in many cases the name was was nearly obliterated and no one could make it out, and he thought the police ought not to make fish of one and flesh of another." A STOLEN WAISTCOAT. William Roberts, tailor, Trefnant, sum- moned Ellen Williams, described as a woman of no fixed abode, for stealing a waistcoat. William Roberts identified the waistcoat. Police-constable Lewis said he arrested the prisoner and found the waistcoat in her possession, and when he found it the prisoner said the tailor told her to take anything out of his shop, as he had no money me. Prisoner was under the influ- ence of drink. The Prisoner: For heaven's sake do for- give me. I was in drink at the time I did it. LThe Chairman Do you wish to be tried summarily or by jury? Prisoner: To be dealt with now. The Prosecutor: Please deal with the case as leniently as possible. The Chairman: You have admitted the offence and it is no possible excuse for you to say that you were under the influence of drink at the time. The prosecutor is anxious for us to be lenient, and you will be imprisoned for seven days without hard labour.

OAERWYS. FAREWELL TO THE REV. EDWIN JONES, BAPTIST MINISIER. On Monday evening Mr Evan Jones, of St Asaph, presided at a meeting in the Baptist Chapel, to bid adieu to the Kev Edwin Jones, who has b^en during the last three and a half years pastor of the Baptist Chapel here. Those present included, the Rev benjamin Erans, Rhuddlan Rev — Harris, Leeswood Rev Richard Hopwood (W), Caerwys Mr John Williams, Denbigh Mr John Williams, Peny- gelli Mr W M Evans, Pandy; Mr D E Hughes, Mariam Prysaa Mr Morgan, Mold; Mr Williams, Ffridd, &c. The meeting commenced with prayer, offered up by the Rev Harris, Leeswood, after which letters of apology for non-attendance were read from Mr Lewis, Denbigh Dr Parry, Rhyl; Rev T Shankland, Rhyl Rev L'oyd Jones, Liverpool; Rev Roberts, Ffynon- groew, &c. The Chairman said that Mr Jones had, during his comparatively short stay at Caer- wys, en ieared himself, not only to those who worshipped in that chapel, but to a large circle outside the denomination, and many would feel the loss very keenly; but the loss to Caerwys would be a gain to Llanfyllin and Bethel, which would be Mr Jones' future sphere of labour. Miss Edwards, Rhydymwyn, then sang the Holy City very sweetly, and was followed by Mr John Williams, Denbigh, who confessed that he had not come there to speak but to shew his face as a proof of the respect which he entertained for their minister. In the course of his observations he introduced Mr Conwy Davies, of Denbigh, as the young minister who has received the call of the church to succeed Mr Jones. He sincerely hoped they would extend to him the rierht hand of fellowship and uphold his arms in the blessed work upon which he was about to enter. Mr John Williams, Penygelli, spoke of the activity and determination shown by Mr Jones in the renovation of the old and dilapidated chapel at Penygelli, which would stand as a monument to his memory. He said that they were not only losing a minister, but a most amiable and affectionate friend, and the con- gregation would always entertain pleasant recollections of the last three and a half years. At this juncture Miss Evans, Pandy, and Miss Williams, of Penygelli, stepped forward and presented Mr Jones with a purse of money subscribed respectively by the two churches to which he had ministered. Mr Jones appropriately thanked them, stat ing that it was very gratifying to him to find that his humble efforts were appreciated. He acknowledged having been most kindly treated by the members, and he had enjoyed their association immensely. The presents they gave him were acceptable and serviceable, and he said that he would utilise the cash for pur- chasing something which would permanently remind him of their goodwill towards him. The Pevs R Hopwood and B Evans, in vigorous speeches, testified to the many good qualities which Mr Jones was possessed of. tie was a true and faithful friend, an earnest and an eloquent evangelical preacher, and a thorough christian. notn tnese gentlemen emphasised their conviction that there was a bright future before him, Mr Hopwood pro- phesying that in a few years he would be a star in the firmament of the Baptist community. Mr Conwy Davies, the new minister, stated that be would have much preferred being Mr Jones' predecessor than his successor, as he did not feel competent to wear his shoes. He would, however, do his best. He was young, and if the congregation upheld his arms and extended their sympathies, he might, with God's blessing, be an instrument for good in the two churches to which he had been called to minister. Messrs W M Evans, Pandy, and D E Hughes,! Marian Prysau, also spoke. After Miss Edwards had sung Newyddion da sy'n cael eu dwyn," a prayer was offered by the Rev Benjamin Evans, and the meeting ended.

HENLLAN. DEATH OF A NURSE.—The death took place on Thursday, at the Asylum, Denbigh, where she had been for some time an Attendant, of Miss L Williams, formerly of Llindir, Henllan. Deceased, who had only been ill tor a short time, pneumonia having set in. was very highly esteemed t.)' the Matron and het co Attendants, and tke greatest sorrow is experienced by them all at her death.

ST. ASAPH (DENBIGH) RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. The annual meeting of this Council was held on Friday afternoon. On the motion of Mr Bennett Jones (Bylchau), seconded by Mr Hugh Roberts (Llannefydd), Mr J D Jones (St George), was re-elected chairman. Mr Hugh Roberts was elected vice- chairman. Both Chairman and Vice-chairman returned thanks. Mr John Evans (Llansannan), raised an objection to the decision of the Council with regard to the proposed divergence of the Rhydgaled Road. He said that at a meeting of the Council held two months aero it was resolved to ast tma c«t«rnirAitD tn u" Y"JVAo;:) VV' give a price for preparing plans and speci- fications and an estimate of the cost of diverting the road. At the last meeting Mr Griffith proposed that a surveyor be not employed and that was carried. He (Mr Evans) now submitted that that was out of order. The Chairman said that at the last I meeting, he, on the advice of the Clerk, ruled that the matter was perfectly ia order, and he so ruled now. It was reported that the sum of 2182 had been paid under the Local Federation Act to the London agent of the treasurer to the Council. A letter was read from the Llanddulas Parish Council as to the state of a footpath near Maes y Don, and it was referred to the surveyor.

ST. ASAPH BOArtD OF GUARDIANS. .FRIDAY.—Mr R Llewelyn Jones (chairman) presided, and there were also present Messrs Gwilym Parry (vice-chairman), Pierce Hughes, John S Roberts, Denbigh; Bennett Jones, John Pritchard, Bylchau; Morris Jones, John Evans, Llansannan; William Jones, Hugh Roberts, Llan- nefydd; John Lloyd, William Williams, Henlian; Thomas Lloyd, Trefnant; E Morgan, Tremeirchion; John Williams, Cwm; John Jones, Waen Rice J Williams, Dyserth J Kerfoot, J Roberts, John Pierce, Thomas Evans, William Owen, Abergele J D Jones, St George T Howes Roberts, Miss Bennett, St Asaph; Messrs R Davies, T J Parry. Bettws S Perks, J H Ellis, G F Gunner, Dr A J Parry, Mrs M Jones, Rhyl; and W J Davies, assistant clerk. ILLNESS OF MRS. GRIMSLEY. -The Chairman regretted to explain that Mr Grimsley was unable to be present because of Mrs Grimsley's serious illness. He was sure that the Guardians all joined with him in extending the most sincere sympathy to Mr Grimsley, and in the hope Mrs Grimsley would soon be restored to health. SALARY OF THE ABERGELE BELEIYING OFFICER. Mr G F Gunner reported that the com- mittee had considered the application of Mrs Williams, the releiving officer for the Abergele district, but a majority felt that no increase should be made, and they left the matter to the Board to decide. Mr Thomas Evans said that he gave notice iu. the committee that he would bring the matter before the Board. He now moved that the salary be increased by X5 to £75. Mr John Pierce seconded. He said that Mrs Williams was heavily handicapped in the performance of her duties, as practically the whole of her salary went to pay for carriage hire to go through her district. Mr J H Ellis opposed the increase. Mr Frimston supported it. Mr Bennett Jones and Mr John Evans spoke againstl the increase; whilst the Vice-chairman and Mr;John Roberts, Aber- gele, spoke in favour of the increase. The motion was lost by 15 votes against 12. NEW ASSISTANT OVERSEER AT DYSERTH. A communication was received from the Dyserth Parish Council intimating that Mr Charles Thomas had been appointed assistant overseer for that parish, and giving the name of a guarantee soeiety that he proposed a surety. The society was approved. RESIGNATION OF THE PORTER. A letter was read from the porter en- closing a month's notice of his intention to resign from the service of the Board. It was resolved to advertise for a new porter.

ABERGELE. ABERGELE JsOTES. It is with much regret that I announce the death of Mr Samnel Jones, Peel-street, which took place on Thnrsdaj last after years of suffering. The funeral, which was a very large one, took place on Monday. Heartfelt sympathy is felt throughout the district for Mrs Jones and her young family. » • Abergele was well represented at Rhyl on Monday, when the Prince of Wales paid his visit there. The fire brigade and the volunteers assisted to make up the guard of honour, and the police to keep the peace. It wouldn't take much to persuade me that the almanac compilers are dead out of their reconing as far as May 1902 is in the question. On Tuesday night and Wedes- day morning one of the heaviest snow- storms imaginable broke over the town. m If these lines should meet the eye of an expert rat catcher, I will guarantee to him that there is a fortune waiting for him in Abergele. The long-tailed rodents are becoming an unendurable pest in the town. Mr G Vaugban killed one on Tuesday weighing 18 ounees and measuring 17 inches. » By way of permanently celebrating the Coronation of King Edward VII a strong feeling has been expressed lately that efforts should be made to obtain a recrea- tion ground for the town. Mr Crabbe, the hon. secretary of the celebration com- mittee, is bringing the matter to the notice of intending subscribers in a printed circular issued this week. The idea is a grand one and worthy of the support of all. I notice that the Rhyl Urban District Council are about to take steps to check the din and the row made by coach drivers on Sundays. The fact of the matter is, these peonle and their passengers are be- coming more intolerahly obnoxious summer after sammer. There was as much noise here on some Sundays last season as we experience on a fair day. Evening worship at two of the Welsh ehapels is carried on under the most trying circumstances fog hree months at a stretch* t