Denbighshire Free Press

.0 R UTHIN NOTES. I Our friends the Rads are already U on J the stump," pegging away at the electors, and, as usual, giving the Tories a fine example of how not to lose time, by which the latter are not likely to profit. They never do! although yon may tell them, as long and as often as yon like, how to take ti s by the forelock. The local Tories are certainly moving, but in a manner so lethargic aq to make one thiok the general election is fixed for 1911, not 1910. Their organisation and registration, we are told, is perfect, and that is a great comfort, as the winning of the Denbigh Boroughs is not going to be a walk-over, and every true Conservative will need to do his very utmost to help the cause if the Hon W Ormsby Gore is to represent us in the next parliament. The present member for the Boroughs, in his speech in the Town Hall last week, spoke the usual nonsense about the House of Lords, and put forward the future of that assembly as the great issue before the country. I wonder very often what the millions of working-men and their families, wuo are out of employment and oonse- quently starving, think about it. Is the exbteuce of the House of Lords a source of worry to .,the man who, maybe, has had nothing to eat since the day before yester- day, and sees no prospect of food in the days to come, except the doles of ohariy, or, possibly, the fare of the worknouse? Does it matter to him whether the Lords have made a breach in the Constitution, or not, or doe. it trouble him to know that Lloyd George's Budget has been referred to the country ? Not a bit of it. The working-man is crying out for work, and his Liberal leaders are telling him they are doing all they can for him by establish- ing Labour Exchanges to bring him and the work together. What a mockery, to find posts for a large number of highly- paid officials, to put down the names of the men who want work and then tell them to wait till the work comes. Will Labour Exchanges create work; will Old Age Pensions or Licensing Bills make employ- ment; will Land Reform, Small Holdings, or taxes on beer and tobacco put beef and plum-puddings upon the working-man's table this Christmas ? And yet these are the things that stand foremost in the eyes of the Radical Party, and these are the things the very mixed crowd cheered at the Town Hall last week. What the whole Country wants and what every working-man wants is work, work, work, and plenty of it. Everything else can wait for a more convenient season, but that is urgent and should be attended to at once. Free Trade, that panacea for all ills, has woe- fully failed; there are more men now out of work in this land of ours than at any previous time and there is only one thing likely to cure this dreadful state of affairs, namely, Tariff Reform. The Far and Feather Show last week was a great success from an exhibitor's point of view, but the takings altogether Gould not be more than about X20. As far as I can ascertain, the old Christmas Show used to get a gate of about aC30, and even that did not cover expenses, but perhaps the new Society is able to economise in such a way as to avoid debt. I fully hope they will be able to make both ends meets, as tho Secretary and the Committee have all worked hard to mako the affair a success, and if they have not achieved their object they have at least deserved it. Bat whac I really set oat to say was this— that the concert given in the evening by the Black aod White Entertainers was to a great extent spoiled by the efforts of a number of young hooligans iu the back seats, who kept up a constant stream of interruptions with rattles, cat-calls, and whistles, varied at intervals by cigarette smoking and bench smashing. This is not the only occasion lately when this behaviour has been practised, and unless some check ia pat upon it by the police or the people running the entertainment, our concert will earn a reputation we shall be ashamed of, and there will be a dearth of better class concerts for that reuson. *•* L • Our Male Voice Chofr are going to tempt fortune again on Boxing Day at Rhyl. They have my best wishes for success, but all the best wishes in the world will not help them if they are not keen enough to attend practises regularly and to follow implicitly the instructions of their hard-working conductor. After their sumptaoas fare in their reoent outing they oaght to be feeling fat and well, able to win anything from a thousand-guinea cup to a wooden spoon, and I do feel assured, from what I have heard of them, that they are triers every one. o A Merry Christmas to you all You and I have been acquaintances, if not friends, for six months past, and daring that time we have had many a laugh together, many a wise nod of the head, and we have chatted together pleasantly and harmlessly over many a pipe of tobacco and many a cup of toa. That is why, now at this season of Yuletide, I want to feel at peace with you all, and, with yoa all, to forget Parliaments and Town Councils, to shed politics, and parties like old garments, and to sit down with you at the same old feast of plum-pudding, walnuts, and wine, to share your after sorrows of indigestion and liver, to swallow with you the usual nostrums, and to return with you to saner apoetite and sparser diet when the feeding festival is over. Therefore friends, with my tumbler on high, I drink to you and yours as pleasant a Christmas Season as ever vou had in your lives, and-so say all of us GWYNEDD.

BLOOITTOIBONED WOUNDS. When cuts, barns, acalds, wounds boils, pimples, whitlows, and such troubles arise, they Should be treated with "Marabaz," the wonderful preparation prepared from a recipe held in the possession of a well-known private family for over 75 years. "lIhrabaz," the marvellous poultice-oint- ment, not only heals all wounds and troubles such as are described above, but actually is supreme in preventing the spread of blood poisoning through the system. 11 Marabaz is obtainable of all chemists, in in tin boxes, Is. lid. and 2s. 9d., or direct from the Marabaz Co., Redditch.

BABY FARMERS SENTENCED. For the manslaughter of three nurse-chil- dren, Frederick and Kate Chalker, late of Selkirk-road. Tooting, have been sentenced to the years' penal servitude each at the Old Bailey. The sentences cover other chafes of neglect, and two charges, one of man-? filaughte-r and one of neglect, on which the prisoners had been committed to Maidstone Assizes. Mr. Justice Channell, in passing sentence, said that the business of taking children in for a lump sum of money, which gave good re- muneration if the child did not live long, but very poor remuneration if the child did live long, was a very serious temptation to certain persons to ill-treat the children and so bring pbout their death.

Ruthin Christmas Shopping The Ruthin Shopkeepers made a very good Christmas display on Monday. Amongst the butchers Mr J R Davies, Crown Hoase, catered in an abundant manner and his display commanded much attention. The shops of Messrs A M and R H Williams had also a choice selection which included many prize winners, and also showed a grand choice of their specialities. Messrs M Williams and Son, the Cross Keys, are also to be compli- mented on their display. Good shows were also made by the butchers who have stalls in the Market Hall. ST. PETER'S SQUARE. Messrs Rouw and Son, the well-known chemists, established since 1825, and now in possession of the Royal Coat of Arms, made a fine display of dainty toilet requisites, crystallised fruits, bonbons, &c., temptingly arranged.-Miss Jones, Bee- hive, bad her shop windows nicely arranged, and Koyles Boot Stores had been well decorated. The large establishment of Mr H E Alirich attracted considerable atten- tion. Messrs R Hughes and bon, nursery- men and seedsmen, made a picturesque show of choice fruits and garden produce, and the confecctonery side was also well displayed. Messrs Gittins and Beech, the well-known ironmongers, had also a well displayed establishment. Situated advantageously on the corner of Market-street and the Square, the shop of Mr R Harris Jones was replete with tasteful and charming evening dresses, tea gowns, dressing gowns, fancy blouses, ladies costumes, &c., of which he made a special display, and also up-to-date millin- ery, furs, gloves, lace goods, winter goods and underclothing, gentlemen's bats, col- lars, ties, &c., suitable for presents for the festive season. The whole show was much admired.—Mr H E Joyce, jeweller, had a grand show of novelties suitable for presents.—Mr Wallace Jackson's shop, London House, was well stocked with the choicest Christmas provisions, and a great quantity and variety of wines and spirits of the highest quality. Every article was suitable for Christmas use.—Mr H Booth- royd is to be congratulated upon his display of jewellery, &c., suitable for presents.—Mr T H Roberts, tailor and draper, made his customary fine show of varied stock, and Mr Lewis Jones' shop on the corner of Clwyd-street was replete with Christmas cards, presents, &c. CASTLE STREET AND WELL STREET. Mr John Roberts' well-known establish- ment was most tastefully displayed with most reliable and up-to-date goods, the variety of which was charming and the quality of the very belb, and reflected great credit on the establishment. The window dressing of Mr T J Roberts, chemist, showed to great ad- vantage.—The show of Mr W Thomas' establishment was very tastefully and well arranged, and proved a source of attraction. -Mr Albert Williams, printer and stationer, had made great preparation for the season, and Christmas cards, picture post-cards, picture books, and useful presents were laid out in abundance. Excellent displays were also made in their rdfepective trades by Miss Roberts, confectioner Mr J Roberts, china and earthenware, &c. Mr R Roberts, fish- monger and greengrocer; Messrs Dicks' boot stores bad also a good display. The sanje remark also applies to the establish- ment of Messrs J & T Edwards, grocers. The boot stores of Mr W Williams com- manded considerable attention with a good stock of footgear.-Tte Ty Coch coufectioneiy establishment of Mr J Davies was well stocked with sweetmeats of every description. CLWYD STREET. Mr David Evans, clothier, is to be con- gratulated on the very attractive manner in which he had arranged his shop. Hats, caps, ties, &0., were nicely displayed. Mr T J Jones, Pioneer Boot Stores, bad a good array of high class boots, and Messrs Gee and Co., the well-known iron- mongers, had a splendid array of most reliable foods. Mr J Williams, poulterer, had a good show, and Mr T Hughes, tobacconist and newsagent, made an attractive display. The Don was replete with all kinds of toys dear to the hearts of children. Good displays were made by Messrs Bradleys, drapers Mr A E Magin, chem- ist Mr P Evans, plumber; Mr W E Marrs, Mrs D Glynne Jones, fancy draper; Mr C Aldrich, printer and newsagent; Mrs Jones, confectioner Messrs T and J Roberts, bootmakers, all had choice stocks well displayed. Mr E WaaJis Davies, Eagle Stores, showed that he had ample preparation for the festive with a choice display, and had a grand assortment of groceries, provisions, bread, confectionery, &o.f which are the pink of the market. Effective window displays were also made by Mr R Roberts, saddler; Mr W Lewis, tailor; Miss Morgan, grocer, &c. Mr W H Roberts, photographer, had a good selection of photo Christmas oards, post cards, and photographs in profusion. Messrs E B Jones & Co., grocers, main- tained their reputation with a grand display of groceries and provisions. Mrs Jones fancy drapery shop, had a good display. displayed. fiSweet8, toys, &c., were shown in endless variety at Mrs Hughes, Penybont shop, and Mrs Powell made a good display of con- fectionery. MWROG STREET. Messrs L & J Roberts, drapers, &o.» are to be congratulated on the manner in which their windows were decorated.-M r Francis Dowell, grocer, and Mr P Jones, grocer, also made good shows.—Mrs Daniels, Market-street, had her toy shop well filled with toys of every description.

Ruthin Board of Guardians MONDAY.—Mr J II Simon presiding. CHRISTMAS. It was unanimously decided to give the out-door permanent paupers la extra for Christmas. THE BOARDING OUT SCHEME CRITICISED BY THE LADIES' COM- MITTEE. The Ladies Committee 'reported as follows:—"The subject of the boarding ont of the children was discussed, and it was suggested that a letter be sent to the Guardians against the soheme, and in favour of a cottage home, stating (1) that the ladies this year can take no extra or special, part in the Christmas festivities, but will respond to the Master of the Union when he makes his rounds for collec- tions. Mrs Swetenham and Mrs Currey will give a ham, meat pies, and a cake, for the tea any night required instead of a subscription (2) we all agreed that the Guardians be asked at the beginning of the year if they would allow the ladies to get np working olasses among the men, materials being found by the ladies, the class to be shown how to pay its way, the same as the women's working class (3) it was decided that the JE1 to be given from the profits of the working class should be kept on hand, and presented to the mem- bers of the working class and the sick ward, in the shape of tea or sugar, a little later on, as so much was being provided at Christmas. The following was also read from the Ladies Committee:— Gentlemen,-We the undersigned beg to enter a protest against the decision of boarding out the children of the Union. We see that the difficulties are great as some charge has to be made, and the ad van- tages and disadvantages of the two systems, boarding out and a cottage home, must be weighed carefully. On the whole, how- ever, we are of opinion that the cottage home would, in the long ran, do more for the welfare of the children. Exceptiona homes, we have no doubt, might be found here and there, but we consider, for several reasons, that the children would suffer in the boarding out system. The standard of morality is not high, the housing in most oases is not sufficiently large to separate the two sexes properly, and the money offered will, we fear, but in few cases attract the bes.t people. We understand that a Housing Committee will be ap- pointed to look after the children, but as in this part of the country the distances are great and the roads bad, would not the expense incurred by the visits of the members of the Committee be rather large, or, owing to the difficulty of locomo- tion, would there not be a tendency, ? visit at too long intervals ? Also, do th > people who would be willing to take tht children, realize what the visiting would mean. The cleanliness, sanitation, and arrangement of their homes often inspected, as also the quality and cooking of the food, and, indeed, probably a system of more or less interference, which, we fear, might cause much ill-feeling and enmity. Will the Housing Committee be consulted as to the houses chosen?—for The view of the Guardians and the Committee may not always coincide as to the fitness of foster parents and homfes. Naturally, there is the subject of expense, bnt will all the administration necessary for the boarding out of the children coire to really less than a cottage home ? (Signed) Campbell Lill Currey, M E Roberts, Charlotte K Weyman, Mabel A Swetenham, S E Roberts, J A Prichard, E Margeruite Crace-Calvert, T M Simon, M E Byford, E Bouw, M Evans. t The Clerk submitted a list of persons desirous of taking in children under the board- ing out system. Mr T 0 Jones proposed that the letter from the Ladies Committee lay on the table. Before this had been seconded. The Rev E Stephens moved that the letter be not published because it made out that the morality of the district was not good, whereas it was no worse than other ptaoes. Mr William Jones withaut seconding either proposition suggested that the children should be kept in the house for the present, and in the meantime the Guardians should seleot the best applicants on the list. The Chairman incidentally pointed out that at the last meeting the children had sent in a petition showing that 14 of them were in favour of cottage homes, and 2 against, and now 11 members of the Ladies Committee were of the same opinion. Mr Pugh and Mr G R Edwards said that the matter had been decided by the Board and should not be re-opened. The Rev E Stephens again formally proposed that the letter be not published. Mr William Davies, Derwen, seconded with the view that no notice of the contents of the letter should be tab n, and the Board, he thought, should take no notice of outside interference. Mr J Evans, Llanbedr, mentioned that the ladies seemed to want to be the masters of the situation. The Chairman was of opinion that there was nothing objectionable in the letter. All it said was that the standard of morality in the district was not high and that it would be difficult to visit the children. On a vote being taken 11 voted for the publication of the letter and 4 against. Then on the motion of Mr William Jones, seconded by Mr John Evans, it was passed that the selection of persons to take the children should be postponed for a month, and in the meantime enquiries are to be made as to the suitability of the applicants. LLANRHYDO ALMSHOUSES. The Town Clerk wrote enclosing the report of the Medical Officer of Health respecting the condition of these houses. The matter had arisen out of a threat by the Guardians to discontinue the relief to paupers Jiving in the houses until the latter had been put into a habitable state of repair. The Medical Officer of Health's report showed that out of the 12 houses, 6 were uninhabitable, 4 were in a satisfactory con- dition, and 2 were not quite satisfactory. After a short dirseussion the chairman, Mr William Davies, and Mr Price Morris were elected to inspeot the houses.

RATS, MICE, MOLES, COCKROACHES and BEETLES, greedily Harrison's u Reliable Rab Poison. Cats and dogs will nob touch it. Vermin dry np and leave no smell. Prioes 6d., Is., 2a. 3d., and 3a. 8d Postage 2d.-G. W. HARRISON, Chemist, Reading. Sold by Chemists. Agent) for St. Asaph J. Emrys Jones, Chemist. Denbigh: Harrison Jones & Co., High Street. Ruthin: Rouw & Sons, Chemists, Sb. Peter's Square. Bebtwsycoed R. Parry. "j10

DENBIGH, 1 Messrs Leathea' Christmas Sale. The following list of prizes was not to band in time for our last week's report of Messrs Leathes' Christmas Sale:- CATTLE. For the best fat bullock, prize 4:1 la- Mr John Jones, Segrwyd. For the best pair of fat beasts, any age, prize El ls-Mr John Jones, Segrwyd. For the best pair of fat beasts, nndor 2 years old, prize Xl IFi-Mr John Jones. For the best fat heifer, prize 10a 6d— Mr John Foalkes, Pentrefelin. For the best fat bull, prize 10s 6d—Mr Thomas Williams, Llewesog. For the best fat calf, prize 58-1 Mr T A Johnson, Denbigh; 2 Mr Lewis Jones, Glanywern Baoh, Llandyrnog. Special prize of iCl Is for the best beast (any age), fed on Silcock's Cakes or Meal. -Mr John Jones, Segrwyd. Speoial prize of £1 Is for the best fat beast fed on Bibby's Food only-Mr Robert Pugh, Caeau Gwynion. Special prize of 10s (3d for the best fat beast not showing more than two broad teeth, fed on Bibby's Food only-Mr Robert Pugh. Special prize (set of carvers), given by Messrs Jones & Son, Merchants, Denbigh, for the best fat beast fed on Gwalia Oake or Meal-Mr John Jones, Segrwyd. SHEEP. For the best pen of 10 fat Welsh weathers, prize 10s Od-1 Mr Robert Pngh, Caeau Gwynion; 2 Mr Thomas Williams, Llewesog. For the best pen of 10 fat Welsh ewes* prize 10s 6d—1 Mr John Jones, Segrvyd; | 2 Mr Eran Lloyd, Brookbonse. For the best pen of 10 fat lambs, p 108-1 Mr Thomas Lloyd, Cotton Hall, 2 Mr Roberts, Mill Farm, Llandyrnog. '———'——— i

I Musical. Mr. Alex Bellamy, ] Member of the Incorporated Society of Musi,-igno, ORGANIST AND CHOIR MASTER or St. Mary's and St. Davl* Churches, RECEIVES PUPIL FOB ORGAN, PIANO, etc. PUPILS VISITED AT THEIR OWN HOMM. TERMS UPON APPLICATION. I Rose Villa, Denbigh. '111 Miss Cecilia Anwyl, ( MUSIC TEACHER, '| Denbigh and Liscard, New Term Commences JANUARY 7th. i Intending Pupils should communicate with I Sl, Devereux Drive I I^iscavd. I 1329U.C I MR. W. A. LLOYD, F.I.G.C.M., A. Mus. T.C.L. j Organ, Piano, Singing, r Harmony, Counterpoint, &CO Musical Instruments Supplied of the leading first-class Firms. 1 PIANOS FOR HIRE. j 4, Market Street, I; t RUTHIN. S SERVANTS' REGISTRY conducted by J Mrs. Aldrich, < STATIONER, t RUTHIN. t [ESTABLISHED 1870.] 1 Mrs. WOOLLEY, SERVANTS' REGISTRY, Ruthin Road. Denbigh. 1J WANTED, good Plain Cooks or Cook' 'ji VV Generals for Rhyl, St Asaph, and nest Mold, small families, wages JEI8 to £ 22 5 House Parlourmaids, Housemaids, and I Generals for Denbigh, Ruthin, and Liverpool I Kitchenmaids and Between-Maids. Die, engaged: Good Working Housekeeper, also ] Girls with knowledge of dressmaking as Nurse" < or Sewing Maids, !< MISS~WILLIAMS, I SERVANTS' REGISTRY, 1, Post Office Lane, L DENBIGH. i AN TED, Experienced and Plain CookSi Cooka, Generals, House-Parlourmaids Housemaid-Waitress, and Between-Maiddo Farm Servants, and Young Girls for lighl house work. Disengaged: Experienced liurgf able to take young baby, 2! years character 51, also Second Housemaid where 3 or more all J kept, or Housemaid were Between-Maid is kept' I 2 years good character. 1 H. MILLER, Opposite N. & s.W. Bank, 8, Vale St., DENBIGH. Agent for—Swift Gycles, from 026 10s. to L12 12s. Premier and Iris Cycles; also Netf Hudson and Elswick Cycles, 28 to P,12 16s. £ 21, Cash or Hire. Manufacturer of the fa us Royal | Central Cycles, from cash; 4 or Boys' £ 4 10s. cash. Mailcarts and Go-Carts for Sale or Hire. i Numerous Second-hand Lady's and Gent's h Cycles for Sale or Hire. 1 If Brazing, Enamelling, and Vulcanizing. ■ All kinds of Repairs done to Motors I and Cycles ■ Mangle Rollers Turned ■ AND fl Lawn Mowers Ground. I 1 BILLIARD TABLE Full «IIE, .BY BBNNETT, LONDON. Including Bomoline Pyramid AND Billiard Bill., Gas Pendant, Cues, Marker, TO. Apply to PADMORE FT SONS. r-TT.Mt Mr|||rt|> 1

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Local Lighting Table FOR CYCLISTS AND DRIVERS. morning evening Saturday, Dec. 25th 6 46. 5 16 Sunday, Dec. 26th 6 46. 5 17 Monday, Dec. 27th 6 47. 5 18 Tuesday, Dec. 28th 6 47. 5 18 Wednesday, Dec. 29th. 6 47. 5 19 Thursday, Dec. 30th 6 47. 5 20 Friday, Dec. alab 6 47. 5 21

XMPORTANT TO MOTHERS.—Every L Mother who values the Health aud Clean- inesa of her Child should use HARRISON'S "I RELIABLE NURSERY POMADE. One application kills all Nits and Vermin, beautifies and strengthens the Hait In Tins, 4id., and 9d. Postage Id.—Geo. W. Harrison, Chemist, Reading. Agents for Denbigh Harrison Jones & Co., Chemists High Streeb. SiI. Asaph J Emrys Jones, Chemist). Ruthin: Rouw & Sons, Chemists, St. Peter's Square. Bettwsycoed: R Parry. *09 t How light the Pastry ) and the Cakes, When Cook with BORWICK'S POWDER bake. I

ST. ASAPH. OBITUARY. On Monday last, at the Jenny Jones Hotel, Llangollen, after a long illness, the death occurred of Mr James Hughes, late mineral water manufacturer of Kirkdale and Denbigh, and of Rhuallt Hall, St Asaph. He was an excellent business man, CHURCH HOUSE QUOTATION CALENDAR. Mrs Fortrey Heap and Miss Fosbery are to be congratulated on their interesting and taste- ful Calendar they have spared no trouble in making it a complete success, and it is most gratifying to know that as a result of their efforts they have been able to hand the sub- stantial sum of X22 10s 61 to the funds of the Church House. SEASONABLE WEATHER. The sudden plunge into the depths of winter and the semi-arctic conditions prevailing en Sunday bad the effect of diminishing the attendances at the Churches and Chapels to a remarkable extent. While it is hailed as an old fashioned Christmas it has its drawbacks, for it means suffering and sickness among the very poor. Seasonable weather brings the pinch of poverty into many otherwise bright homes, PARISH COUNCIL. The monthly meeting was held on Monday last. Mr II A Cleaver (chairman), Messrs J Lothian, Robert Jones, J Wynne Davies, Walter Williams, J E Price, J C Jones, and the Clerk (Mr Osborne Williams.-Mr J E Price introduced the question of removing the sharp corner on the left side at the turning to Lower-street, which, at present, is dangerous to pedestrians owing to the vehicular traffic, but no resolution was adopted thereon.—A dilapi- dated building at the end of Forge Square, facing the Common, was characterised by Mr Wynne Davies as an eyesore," and sugges- tions were made as to purchasing the skeleton and demolishing it. The Clerk was directed to rnmind the owner of his pro- mise to rebuild it.—Other routine business followed. — » —

St Asaph and District Miniature Rifle Club. After a; strenuous week of miniature rifle shooting the Club brought their 44 Stove Fund Prize Shoot to a successful termination in the awarding of the prizes by Col R W Williams-Wynn, D.S.O., the president. In a few well chosen words he pointed out the importance of rifle shooting and how necessary it was that every man should realize his obligation to the State, and should make himself proficient in the use of the rifle. Mr Cleaver, the hon treasurer, then gave the results of shoot, and Col Wynn pre- sented the prizes to eaoh with a compli- mentary sentence. On the conclusion of the presentations, Mr Cleaver proposed a vote of thanks to the Hon Secretary (Mr Myers), the superin- tendent (Colr-Sergt W Jones), and to all contributors of prizes, which was ably seconded by Col Johnston. Both Col Johnston and Mr Cleaver made special complimentary remarks about the efficient way in which the arduous task of Superintendent was so ably discharged by Colr-Sergt W Jones. Col Wynn followed with a few conclud- ing conments in which he endorsed the sentiments regarding Colr-Sergt Jones, and he expressed the hope that every member and supporter of the Club would use their best endeavours to obtain addi- tions to the ranks of the supporters of the Club. AWARD OF PRIZES. Ladies' handicap (10 entries): 1 Miss Myers, silver miniature modal. 2 Miss 0 Parry, bronze miniature medal. 3 Miss E Pryce, Club spoon. Four-shilling members' handicap (14 entries): 1 Miss 0 Parry, silver miniature medal. 2 H M Cleaver, bronze miniature medal. 3 Miss Myers, Club spoon. Class A.-Unlimited entries (26 entries): 1 E Lloyd, pheasant, 2 Colr.-Sergt Jones, cake. 3 John Evans, spoon (S.M.R.C.) Sergt Jones and J Evans tied for second place, the re- shoot resulting as above. Class B.—Unlimited entries (20 entries): 1 J Evans, pheasant, 2 W Evans, two rabbits. 3 D E Evans, spoon (S.M.R.C.) Class C.-Unlimited entries (10 entries) 1 W K Hughes, pheasant. 2 W Jones, two rabbits. 3 John Hughes, Club spoon. Clasq D.—Unlimited entries (3 entries) 1 John Hnghes, pheasant. Class A.—Limited entry (6 entries) 1 E Lloyd, jam jar. 2 Sergt Jones, pickle fork. Class B.—Limited entry (8 entries): IDE Evans, cigarette case. 2 R J Evans, pickle fork. 3 W Evans, 100 rounds of ammunition. Class C.—Limited entry (3 entries) 1: John Hughes, trophy loug. Class D.—Limited entry (3 entries) 1 John Hughes, trophy mug. Novice prize Second prize only awarded— M Parry, pencil case. Senior time limit (any number of shots in < one minute) 15 entries 1 E Lloyd score 101, shots 12, duck. 2 Miss Myers; score 92, shots 12, beef (retired and awarded). 3 Miss Pryce; score 89, shots 11, beef (a Club spoon). 4 Sergt Jonas, score 75, shots 10, beef. Junior time limit (ditto, Club rifles) 17 entries: 1 D E Evans; tcore 68, shots 9, duck. 2 R J Evans; score 56, sbota 9, shoulder of mutton. 3 G Hill; score 52, shots 8, smoker's knife. Sealed handicap (8 entries): Winner, H M Cleaver—ham. 28 6d handicap draw Winner, C A Myers- silver inkstand.

STATEMENT OF ACCOUNTS. X s. d. By entry fees received 4 5 1 donations in cash 1 0 0 5 5 1, To cost of stove 2 17 6 Balance paid to Club general fund 2 7 7 Ammunition used during the week-2,900 rounds. Best scores made during the week :—10 shots (deliberate) Miss E Pryce, 98 highest possible score, 100. 20 shots (consecutive and deliberate): Miss Myers, 194; highest possible score, 200, 10 shots in 90 econds: Miss Myers. 95 highest possible score, 100. The members of the Committee desire to thank all contributors of prizes, and all members who took part in the shooting, for enabling them to bring the shoot to such a successful conclusion, and to congratulate them on the result achieved.

Bishop's Ordination. At a General Ordination of the Lord Bishop of St Asaph, held in his Cathedral Church on Sunday, the 19th day of December, 1909, the following gentlemen were ordained DF,ACO Ng. -Wilfrid Griffith, B.A., St David's College, Lampeter; St Michael's College, Llandaff. John (Lynn) Parry, L.D., St David's College, Lampeter. PRIESTS.—Richard Owen Lloyd, B.A., St David's College, Lampeter. John Evans Hnghes, B.A., St John's College, Cambridge. John Evan Hughes, B.A., St David's College, Lampeter. By Letters Dimissory from the Lord Bishop of Bangor.—PRIESTS David Jones, B.A., St David's College, Lampeter. Thomas Abel Morgan Jones, ditto. Robert Hughes, L.D., Queen's College, Birmingham; St David's College, Lampeter. The Bishop afterwards licensed the following :-Wilfrid Griffith, B.A. (licensed to the Curacy of Denbigh). John (Lynn) Parry, L.D. (licensed to the Curacy of Rhosymedre). PreacherThe Ven Archdeaoon Wynne Jones.

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ORPHAN FUND WHIST DRIVE. To the Editor of the FREE PRESS. Sir,-Will you kindly allow me juat a little space in your excellent paper to thank all those who contributed in any way towards the above most admirable and charitable institu- tion. Most cordially do I thank those who gave us donations, refreshments, prizes, the loan of tables, sards, &c. I also beg to tender my sincere thanks to the ladies, who worked so indefatigably in providing the refreshments, and lastly I most sincerely thank the Committee and its excellent secretary (Mr D Davies, North and South Wales Bank) for so readly responding to my call.—Yours, &o., W M PIERCE. [Tho net amount handed over to the Orphan Fund was tO Is Od.]

WORKHOUSE CHILDREN AND BOARDING OUT. To the Editor of the FREE PRESS. Sir,—I am glad to understand that the Board of Guardians has at last grasped this important subject, and determined to board the little children out, far from the taint of "Workhouse atmosphere," and thereby making an effort to teach them in their early days to become men and women, worthy of the name of Good Citizens." I have advocated this system for many years. What has been our experience with workhouse children for many yeare, by keeping them in the House too ? Why 1 bringing them up in idleness, for when they were sent out they invarably run back to their old nest as worthless boys and girls. What is the system of boarding them in the House ? Why! they are not taught to clean their own boots, nor are allowed to enter the kitchen or wash-house, by the order of the Local Government Board, what is the result- bringing up boys and girls to be tramps all their life. What again about Cottage Homes, this, in my opinion, would be no better, besides being by far the most expensive the building alone would cost from £1000 to iC1500-then there would be the officers and servants with their high salaries. Why it makes my hair stand on ends to think how these officials are paid. It is a splendid thing for these officials to advocate Cottage Homes, for they can see 4 rise in their wages. May I suggest a better scheme for these officials and guardians who support Cottage Homes, and that is to try and, find a home and work for those straping idle men who crowd our workhouse, and are a dis- grace to any institution. Your truly, AN OLD GUARDIAN.

YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION. To the Editor of the FREE PRESS. Sir,—In accordance with my promise of December 4th, I bog to submit my account of meeting referred to in your issue of that date, and as announced in accompanying circular, You are invited to attend a Meeting of Ladies to be held in The Mayor's Parlour, at 3 p.m. o'clock on Tuesday, November the 16th, and to kindly write down beforehand the names of ten representative Ladies to form a Committee. The ten names will be sorted by the Hon. Sees., and those obtaining the highest number of votes elected." The meeting was held as announced, and a Church Lady was asked to preside. She declined, and herself proposed a Chapel Lady, who, after a little pressure, consented. The lists of names referred to in the circular were collected, sorted, and counted by four Ladies, two of them being Church and two Chapel Ladies. Only one secretary was present, the other thrae being.from the meeting. The names were then read out, and the ten highest were elected as Committee. Then it was said there should be some vice-presidents, and it was agreed that four out of the same ten should he elected in that capacity. Several of these ladies asked to be excused, saying they would be rather on Committee only. How. ever, four of them were thus elected. This caused four vacancies in Committee: The next three from the list were then added to the Com- mittee. At this point there was some conversation between the Secretary and the President, which conversation was not audible at the end of the room where most of the Ladies were. Then the President said We still want one more name to make up the ten, and I have pleasure in proposing that Mrs n ame be added to Committee." I believe this was seconded, but am not quite sure about it, as there was quite a murmur of dissent. Then I said We think that is not quite in order, to propose a name not on the list. The President and Secretary both said The reaa*n we did it was because there were so many Chapel Ladies getting on, and we think it only ngnc to add another Church Lady to balance it a little." Some Lady then asked < (and this was nob me): 1, But is there not another Church Lady on the list? The Secretary looked and said » Yes there is,' and she was added and so made up the number asked for in the circular now I am quite willing that every one shall judge for them- selves who it was who introduced sectarusism into the meeting After the meeting had dispersed I went to the Lady in question and said how sorry I was that I bad felt it necessary to speak, and I hoped she understood on what ground I had objected, namely that I thought it out of order to propose a name not on the list, as we bad been called together to elect a committee by that means. I am sorry to say that she did not say she believed that to be the reason of the objection. It was then I said I was sorry to hear that, but it was jtrue that my objection to her election was neither personal, Political, nor Sectarian. As this affair was first brought to Public notice by the Paragraph (by Gwynedd) in your issue of November 27th, I want to say that I do most emphatically and absolutely deny any such motive he credits me with having when he says it was because the Lady was a Church Lady, and her husband a Conservative. Any Person wanting information as to the composition of committee as regards representatives from all places of Worship in Ruthin, can satisfy themselves by obtaining copy of names on that committee, and analyzing it fer themselves. This is my last word to the Public on this matter unless further misrepresentations are circulated in any form whatever, in which case I shall consider what course to take with regard to it. Thanking you in anticipation for your courtesy in inserting my explanation, I remain. Yours faithfully, (Mrs) E. FIELDING, Park Cottage, Ruthin. I .b—1 also wish to call your attention to a mistake in my last letter. My copy here has this sentence. I shall also report the conversation between the Lady in question and myself, after the meeting has dispersed, in which I told her, that the "Objection" was neither Personal, Political nor Sectarian. Your account gives the word (that I have Objection), as object which completely alters the sense of what I said. 21 was the objection to her election I was alluding to, not the object of the association. — i ■■

Lady Fforentia Hughes' Funeral. We regret that the list of names of those present was not complete. Amongst those of local residents omitted was Mr Charles H B Williams, of Eryl, St Asaph. t