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

HOLYWELL. II},fn ELFORD ROBERTS, 2, Bank Chambers, 0ly\vell, has consented to receiue all com fo rncations re Lady Mostyn's Holywell estate ^■r present, Mr Roddick having resigned 8 appointment as agent of ths estate. ^ROCHIAL CONVERSAZIONE—On Wednes- ay night (New Year) the annual parochial q nversazione connected with the Parish llcch was held at the Town Hall, and was a °s6 successful event, a very large number of being present. A great many took part Q ™e whist drive, the prizes being won by Mrs 11 Cbll and Mr R. H. Jones, Greenfield Miss Pierce won the consolation prize, iQe^Sts J. Ayer, A. Lloyd and B. Atkinson, were tof r^e" Games and dancing provided enter- I: liQlen'' f°r these not given to cards, and theSSrs Williams and B« Carman were Mr Ed. Davies being the pianist. Cat S^S ^c^warz efficiently carried out the 0lliet?nK- Miss Dykins as hon. sec. carried ue arrangements with success. \Y. AH. TO Qom —Jt is well to be prepared and ^Ja(Jiness most complete ensures success, V *5tudi° iSee tlie effectiveness of being ready a s show magruficentr series of films to be aUh r'lis week end and beginning of next in H mP're Picture Palace will be a lesson I ^"lit^'• ^Pening with the Charge of the f tllgllt PI" ad(, a most thrilling production, le "I t An -^eige of Petersburg" is a remarkable 4; '< lQl*0a War drama, and will be succeeded by jg: tionc+" Hle stirring war drama." The varia- m "T)i« war pictures will include Slick," "IB the tv m1^11 who made good," "At the end of tiiesp^ ati^ Revenge is sweet." Most of iffe<5i<!+2v!i *auShter provoking of the most <M full v> character. See advertisement for A u Particulars. M HITSBAXIJ AXI> WXFK'S AM.OWANCK- m at „ atlon was made on Wednesday morning f Tarn s^)ec'al session at Holywell, by Mr | of tjngton, of Penyball Street, for a reduction 'ds ^owauee made to his wife under a 'M civV,ratl0n order. Applicant stated that his :M *ffbrrtmStances were such that he could not M | a lo continue the payment under the order. 9 af{„. a<^ only an income of 30s a week, and ■M rent Tpayirg his wife 17s 6d and paying his -m Sll be had only 10s 6d a week on which to JB his invalid daughter and himself. He .9 threatened with legal proceedings, and H ant- •to he did not know as he could not j^cipate his income.—The Chairman (Mr S. i in n?s) pointed out that when the order waa t?a^e aPPlicanl would not disclose his income. Jl he done so the Bench would have known tJK vpS akility 1° contribute. It was much to be 9> Netted that the applicant and his wife Pities over 70 years of age should at their time life live at variance. He hoped they would make ueace and life happily.—Applicant i.ijg applied that the hope was vain, he feared the JS j^aeh could not be healed. The only advice, |l tlle Chairman said he could give was that H applicant try and meet the order, or apply Jl }0ttt*ally for a revision with a view to a reduct- ,r|j 011 of the amount.

LEESWOOD CONCERT-v-One of the most successful r^Ocerts ever held in the neighbourhood took S? E in the National Schools on Thursday and n<iay evenings, when a company of local under the guidance of Mr W. T. *«illips gave a performance of "East Lynne." concert had been advertised for one night tabut owing to the accommodation being to the utmost long before the appointed 'me of commencement the performance was ^Peated the following evening. On this <-easion also the room was crowded, and the ^y^^t was pronounced by all to be of an *eellent character. The principal characters eiw! sustained by the following ladies and (T» en • "Archibald Carlyle," Mr Ernest JW n' "Francis Levison," Mr James l»l. n-n "Lord Mount Severn," Mr W E « lyihps u nichavd Hare," Rev W S Davies justice Hare,' Mr W P Jones Mr Dill,' Mr () ls:tt; 'Police Officer,' Mr J Williams Lady A n ? ^I'ssG A Phiilips; 'Barbara Hare,' Miss r Phillips k Miss Carlyle,' Miss H Wheldon; 11?^'e,' Mrs Arundale Wilson,; Miss Yorke win Willie,' Nova Price. These artistes, Put exception, threw themselves entirely °.the life of t ue drama, ai, I they performed With feeling and a true reg;i 1 to the beauty the original. The seen ry was greatly and this, added in the beautiful tel.u/nes of the artistes, ma e up a pictuie nch will long be rememben .1 by those who Itnessed it, and. gave proof of tli" ^"eat labour time which must have l»vn given to ■assure tlie success of t,lie concei t- tissBond i°nes was at the piano and aceomjMnied Mr ^o«i Williams, Tryddyn, who delimited the ^dience with songs be'tween the act. During (^ interval in the proceedings Mi" \'i-ar, Kev Davies, proposed a hearty vote of i ii.inks to J"e artistes and all others who iiad o,,t ributed • the success of the entertainment. He escribed it as an undoubtedly tin* best n^ateur performance it had ever been his Privilege to witness, and he especially compli- v, °nted Mr Phillips on the success of his laboui s Tj,r. J Bell seconded the motion, and Mr ^'bps suitably replied. The proceeds were in of the school funds#

_n_ WHITFORD. THE AGRICULTURAL SHOW.—A meeting in connection with the above was held on Wed- nesday night, when it was decided that a show be held this year. The show will take place in August next, in Mostyn Park. A detailed report of the meeting will be given next week.

SIR W. W. WYNN'S HOUNDS WILL MEET Saturday, January llth.Duckington At 10-45 a.m. Monday, January 13th Baschurch At 10-30 a.m. Tuesday, January 14th Llanypwll Thursday, January 16th .Isycoed At 11-0 a.m. Saturday, January 18th Trotting Mate At 10-45 a.m. e.c.>'IL8_7'

CONANH S QUAY. NEW CHURCH.—For some time past the Primitive Methodist Church, Connah's Quay, has become so overcrowded that it has become incumbent upon the officials to build a. more suitable church. A piece of land in High-street has been purchased at a cost of C450, and now the members are busy raising funds to erect their new building, their latest novelty being a gold and silver Christmas tree, which took place on Wednesday evening last week. A good number attended. Ir. C. Walker, Shotton, 'presided. Songs, etc., were contributed by Miss S. Bennett, Ir. J. Henshaw, Mr. Joseph Williams, Miss M. Roberts, Mr. R. Foulkes and several members of the choir. Mrs W. Priestnall presided at the organ, and Mr R. Foulkes conducted. CONCERT.—The annual concert in con- nection with the United Methodist Church, Connah's Quay, took place on Wednesday evening last week. There was a choir of some 60 voices, and their items were much enjoyed. Mr. J. Wilford Roberts received well-merited encores. Mr James Prince presided, and the following was the pro- gramme :—Solo, Cavalier's song," Mr J. Wilford Roberts duet, Spring of love," Miss Katie Peters and Mr Roberts song, Star of Bethlehem," Madame Humphrey Lees song, Inchcape Bell," Mr J. W. Roberts; song, "0, Thou that tellest," Miss Peters; duet, Miss Peters and Madame Lees song, Home, lads, home," Mr J. W. Roberts; song, Friend," Madame Lees; song, There's a land," Miss Peters; duet, "The spider and the fly," Madame Lees and Mr Roberts; chorus, "Hallelujah Chorus," the choir, under the conductor- ship of Mr J. C. Williams. Mr R- Williams, Shotton, accompanied.

LATE ADVERTISE MENT. lLINT PICTURE HALL.—Patrons of this J, popular place of amusement will please note the Hail is booked for Politi tical Meetings for Tuesday and Wednesday, the 14th and 15tb, and either Thurday or Friday, the 16th or 17th. x692 ..JJ. :L: "c.A

HOCKEY CONNAHS QUAY v HOLYWELL This encounter took place at the Quay on Saturday last. A sparse crowd witnessed a fast game, honours being even at the close. Holywell had the best of the game and were unfortunate in not registering a victory, as the goal scored by Connah's Quay was a very doubtful one. Final result Holywell, 1 quay. 1

» .» FOOTBALL. NORTH WALES COAST JUNIOR CUP THIRD ROUND CARNARVON RESERVE v HOLY- WELL RESERVE This match took place at Carnarvon on Saturday last in miserable weather, before a fair crowd of spectators. The visitors were not at full strength, their team being as follows :— Bywater Bickerton, and A Jones W Hill, R Jones H Lewis; A Jones W Hughes, F McNamara, E Jones and J Hill. Referee Mr Richards, Bangor- Carnarvon won the toss and elected to play with the wind and rain at ''¡wir backs. The homesters were early aggressive, and Bywater was called upon to save on three occasions. After about ten minutes play, Carnarvon opened the score, following upon good play by their left wing. A foul upon Heard inside the dreaded area, brought a penalty-kick to the home team, but Bywater saved Land's shot in fine style, also preventing the shot after the rebound from taking effect. Holywell pressed, but the forwards tinished very weakly, and the Carnarvon goalkeeper was seldom troubled. Bywater distinguished himself by saving a great shot from Land. Half-time: Curnarvon, 1 Holywell, 0 The opening of the second half was sensation- al, Carnarvon rushing away from the kick-oif, and before the Holywell players realised it, the ball was in the net. The game now be- came rough, and several players were caution- ed by the official. Holywell were now having a good share of the game, and several of their efforts deserved to score. During a rush by the home forwards, Bywater allowed a soft shot to slip through his fingers, thus placing Car- narvon three goals to the good. The game continued to be roughly contested, and after several warnings, the referee was compelled to turn a pla.Wr from each side off the field. Final result: Carnarvon, 3 Holywell, 0 Next Saturday, a match will be played at Ffordd Fer, between Holywell Reserve and Greenfield Church Guild, for the benefit of R E Williams, who, a fortnight ago, broke his collar bone while playing for the latter club.

4 OTHER MATCHES HOLYWELL C.E.M.S. v GREENFIELD CHURCH GUILD These teams met at Holywell on (Saturday last, before a fair gate. The homesters won the toss and elected to play down the incline. From the outset Holywell pressed, and after ten minutes play E Griffiths opened the scor- ing with a good shot. Holywell continued to have the best of matters, but the Greenfield backs played a resolute game. The Greenfield forwards were a disjointed lot, and combina- tion was conspicuous by its absence. The C.E.M.S., who were a much improved side compared with the previous Saturday, forced several corners, and from one well placed by Richards, Wynne scored a second goal for the homesters. Shortly before the interval Green- field were awarded a penalty-kick, but Binks Petrie fired wildly over the cross-bar. Half- time C.E.M.S., 2 Guild, 0 On resuming, Greenfield pressed for a while, and T Jones reduced the homesters' lead with a-grand long shot. Spurred on this success, Greenfield kept up the pressure, and Binks Petrie had hard luck with a shot which struck the upright, the goalie being well beaten. Holywell now asserted themselves, and a cen- tre from the left wing was breasted through by Wynne. Hardly five minutes had elapsed before E Griffiths put the homesters further ahead. Greenfield were now penned in their own quarters, and^before time, Holywell put on a fifth goal from -a scrimmage. Final reault: C.E.M.S., 5 Guild, 1

« AMATEUR INTERNATIONAL TRIAL MATCH A match has been arranged to take place at Llandudno on Wednesday next, between teams selected from the North Wales Coast and North Wales Alliance Leagues. The followiell- have been selected to represent the Coast league Stallard (Llandudno Junction): Tom Jones (Llandudno Junction) and W Goodwin (Holy- well) R C Jones (Holyhead), T A Davies (Denbigh) and Ben Edwards (Holywell) R II Roberts (Carnarvon), \V J Hughes (Festiniog), Walter Jones (Carnarvon), Stanley Hughes (Colwyn Bay) and Norman Pritchard (Rhyl).

NEWMARKET. THE RAILWAY PROSPECTS.—A conference of public bodies was held at Prestatyn on Mon- day, to consider the replies as to the contribu- tions to the cost of the proposed bridge over the extension of the Prestatyn-Doserth motor line to Newmarket. The contributions re- ported were: Flint County Council, £ 500; Holywell R.D,C., £ 720; Prestatyn U.D.C., £ 80 St. Asaph R.D.C., £ 200; L. & N. W. R. Co., £ 350 a private gentleman C200. It was decided to ask St. Asaph for not less than t280. The amount required is £ 2,500, and it stated there were now prospects of the scheme being carried through. u 1:7!1êIIJo."

FLINT THE REV ROWLAND WILLIAMS—This popular Baptist minister who left Flint for Deri near Bargoed, South Wales, last week, commenced duties in his new benefice on Sunday last. DISAPPOINTMENT—The Flint Alliance F.C., were expecting Ilhoa last Saturday, but received a message in the morning postponing the match. ODDFELLOWS RECORD.—At a meeting of the members of the Loyal Flint Castle Lodge of Independent Order of Oddfellows, the re- ceipts from contributions were found to exceed £ C0, the highest amount received yet. CNURCH BAZAAR RESULT.—According to the balance sheet of the recent bazaar held in aid of the reparation fund of Mold Parish Church, the expenditure was X165, and the total receipts S-1645, leaving a net balance for the fund of £1479. CAEKSALEM. The following have been ftlected officials for the Caorsalem (C.M.) Sun- clay School for the ensuing year: Superinten- dent, Mr Wm. Davies, Church street superin- tendent of children's school, Mr Edward Wil- liams, (Mumforth street); secretary, Mr E Hooson, Mumforth street; precentor, Mr I Wil- liams, The Mill; and delegate to the Sunday school meetings, Mr J Calvin Hughes, Mount View. LOCAL GENTLEMAN'S REMOVAL.—As stated in these columns some weeks ago, Mr and Mrs Rooper, Brynbellan, near Mold, are about to remove from the district. Their departure will occasion considerable regret. The firm of Sandycroft, Ltd., ironiounders, Sandycroft. announce with regret the resignation of their technical manager, Mr W 0 Rooper, M.Inst., C.E. We understand that Mr Rooper will open offices at 29-30, College street, Cannon street, London, E.C., and will act as adviser to several well-known mining companies. BIBLE CLASS SOCIAL—A very successful social in connection with the Peniel Welsh "Wesleyan Chapel Bible Class, took place at the schoolroom on New Year's eve, Mr Jos. Hughes presiding. Tea was provided by the young ladies of the congregation. The musical programme which followed was Trio, Messrs Lloyd, Hughes, and Bellis; solo, Mr Idwall Williams solo, Miss M S Hughes; solo, Mr Edward Hughes (Block Farm) and dialogue (Mr Charles Lloyd (Conservative) and Mr J R Hughes (Liberal). Various items were contri buted by Mr Charles Lloyd and party. COAL FOR THE POOR.—Miss Evans has received from Mfs Wyndham, daughter of the late Alderman Huntley, the sum of X12 for the poor of the town of Flint. As usual, Miss Evans will use this money for a distribution of coat. This year, the distribution has been delayed on account of the mild weather, Miss Evans having waited in anticipation of a visitation of winter severity when, of course, the coal would be much more welcome and would be im- mediately distributed. CHORAL SOCIETY'S ANNUAL SOCIAL.- About 150 members and friends of the above society held their 17th social gathering at the Town Hall, on Thursday evening of last week. The Mayor (Major Dyson), presided over the proceedings, which commenced with a short musical programme, as follows -Pianoforte solo, Miss F. Wareing; song, Miss Queeme McMenigall; song, Mr Wm. Brennand piano- forte solo, Miss Wareing duett, Misses Ash- croft and Baird. The refreshments were sup- plied by various members of the choir. The president, Major Dyson, with his usual kind- ness, held a draw for about 50 useful prizes, and also presented crackers all round. Games and dancing were indulged in until the early hours. The accompanists were Miss Libby Owen, Miss Muriel Evans and Mr Andrew Hogg. The secretarial duties were carried out by the hon. sec., Mr J. Newton Hughes. OLD INHABITANT'S DEATH—An inquest was held on Monday last, at the Town Hall, by the County Coroner, relating to the circumstances of the death of Mrs Eliz. Roberts, 12, Queen Street, Flint, and formally of the Prince of Wales, Chester Street.—Edward Roberts, licensee of the Prince of Wales, and son of the deceased, gave evidence of identification. He said his mother was 78 years of age, and died on Saturday last. Deceased told witness that at the time of the occurrence she was preparing tea. The front door was open and she thought the wind blew her apron on to the grate causing it to become igiiited.-Eliz. Ann Hughes, 11, Queen Street, deposed that on Tuesday, the 24th ult., her little daughter called her attention to someone screaming Fire! Fire!" She hastened outside and saw Mrs Roberts ablaze. Witness by means of a bucket of water put out the fire.-Dr. J. H. Williams said that about 5.30 p.m. he was summoned to the house of the deceased. She was suffering from extensive burns on the arms and certain parts of the body, but chiefly on the face. The burns were comparatively superficial and a younger person would have survived. He thought death was more due to the shock.— The coroner remarked that there was no doubt deceased was accidentally burnt. A verdict in accordance with the medical evidence was recorded.—A vote of sympathy was passed with the family in their sad bereavement. The funeral took place on Wednesday last, and the remains were laid to rest in Flint Cemetery. The Rev J Williams (senior curate) took the service at the house and at the graveside. Amongst the chief mourners were Mr Edward Roberts (son); Mrs Carr (daughter) Mr John Owens (brother) Mrs Hughes (neice) and Mr Hooson, George and Dragon (cousin). The arrangements were carried out by Messrs M S Rogers. CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY TEA AND CON- CERT.—On Saturday last, at the Drill Hall, a very successful tea and concert was held in connection with the above. Mr R Nesbitt (president of the Flint iand Oakenholt branch) presided, and the hall was packed. The ar- rangements were carried out to perfection by an energetic committee, and the hall, which was kindly lent for the occasion by Capt. E J Williams, was beautifully decorated by Quarter- master Sergt. D E Davies.—In the afternoon a sumptuous tea was partaken of, the following presiding at the tables Mrs Jos. Bellis (Castle street), Mrs Higson (Earl street), Mrs R Jones (Sea View), Mrs Walton (Mumforth street), Mrs Murray (Pentre Mrs S Clarke (Park Avenue), Mrs J Clarke (Grosvenor Terrace), Mrs Chambers (Halkyn street), Mrs John Jones (Pentre), Miss E Price (Feather street), and Miss Roberts (Coleshill). The following were the bread cutters Mrs Nesbitt, Mrs H Hughes, Mrs Hasiam, Mrs Pryce Jones, Mrs McCormick, Mrs Richardson, and Mrs Kitchen, assisted by: Misses Murray, F Higson, Haslam, B M Jones, Coates, Annie Hooson, Hughes, Price, and Jones (Flint Mountain). Mr D Roberts was the tea maker, and the carvers were Messrs Haslam and Roberts.—In the evening the hall was again crowded when the Northern Operatic Company contributed a de- lightful concert. THE NEW PICTURE HALL—Flint's long desire for something substantial in the way of amusement for its inhabitants has at last been conceded; the fact that the house is packed nightly speaks for itself. The pictures are interesting to both young and old, for while they instruct and interest the young, they brighten up the old. Next week's programme may be seen in our advertising colums. ENGLISH WKSM-:YAN AT HOME."—The an- nual I -Vt Home' in connection with the Eng- lish Wesleyan Church was held on Wednesday of last week, at the above schoolroom, which was daintily decorated for the occasion. About 120 persons sat down to tea in the afternoon, the tables being presided over by the following- ladies Of tbe congregation Mesdames SeweU, Johnston, Copleston and S Clarke, assisted by Mrs J Clarke, Misses Hawkes, C"l\is Pierce and Johnston. In the evening, the schoolroom was packed, when a delightful concert was given by the following well-known artistes, the full charge of the programme being in the hands of Mr F A Clarke: Messrs D A Lloyd, Ffynnongroew C Williams, Shotton D C Thomas, Flint; Master Harold Smyth, Flint Misses Keziah Williams, Ffynnongroew, Baird and Smythe, Flint; with Miss Aspley, assisted by the Misses H Hawkes and Coleclough as the accompanists. A sketch entitled "Old Loves," was sustained by the following artistes Messrs* B P Copleston, F Hawkes and F A Clarke; Misses F Johnston, P Bellis and A Pierce. SUNDAY SCHOOL CHILDREN ENTERTAINED —With his customary generosity, which extends in every conceivable direction, the rector entertained the children of the Pentre Church Sunday School on Friday. The Rector and Mrs Nicholas, Revs J Williams and H Lloyd were amongst those present, and the teachers carried out the necessary work. An entertainment followed the tea, amongst the items being gramaphone selections by Mr R W Wass. C-E.M.S.—A service for members of the C.E.M.S., was held in the Parish Church, on Wednesday evening. The preacher was the Rev W Griffith, B.A., whose subject was betting and gambling. Next Wednesday a paper will be read at the usual weekly meeting by Councillor Robert Jones. DEATH OF AN OLD FORKSTKR—Tlie death took place on Sunday afternoon last, at his residence in 78, Earl Street, of Ili- Thomas Hughes, aged 67 years. Deceased had been in failing health for the last twelve month, death being due to a growth on the lungs. Mr Hughes was a faithful member of the Zion Chapel, and was highly respected by all who knew him. He was also a member of the Ancient Order of Foresters, and was the third oldest member of the Flint Branch,having been in membership altogether over 47 years. He leaves a widow and several children to mourn his death. The funeral took place on Wed- nesday afternoon, and the remains were interred in Flint Cemetery. A short service was held at the house, the Rev Edwards (Presbyterian Chapel), and Rev R Griffiths (Caersalem Chapel), officiated. The Revs J Williams and J Charles officiated at the grave- side. The chief mourners were: Mr John Hughes (son); Mr and Mrs Davies, Manchester, and Mr and Mrs Jones, Flint (sons and daughters-in-law); Mr Robert Hughes, Flint (brother) Mr and Mrs Ellen Roberts, Pres- tatyn (brother-,aiid sister-in-law);, Manuel Parry, Holywell (cousin); Mr and Mrs Hughes, Mr Tom Davies and Miss M C Davies (grand children). There were also representatives from the Flint Branch of Foresters; the mothers' meeting; and his fellow workmen (of the old yard.") Several floral contributions were sent in. The undertakers were Messrs M S Rogers.

MOLD AN INNOVATION.—At a cost of about £30 some three hundred individual communion cups, with suitable trays, have been provided for the use of the congregation of Bethesda C.M. Chapel, Mold, and these new cups have now been used for the first time. Four mem- bers of the church were appointed a few weeks ago to collect towards the installation of this new communion service, and their efforts met with a very hearty response. COUNTY COUNCIL ELECTION.—An early start in the County Council campaign has been made by Mr B P Burroughs, who is the pre- sent Liberal member for the Broncoed division. On. Thursday evening a Liberal meeting in support of the re-election of Mr Burroughs was held at the Wesleyan Chapel, Gwernymynydd, and Mr Burroughs and other gentlemen de- livered addresses bearing upon county admin- istration. Two other probable candidates in this division are Capt. P A Lloyd (Conserva- tive) and Mr Buckley, of Hafod (Liberal Churchman). CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOLS.—For many years the Church Sunday school authorities at Mold have held their annual prize distribution at the time of the harvest thanksgiving, but this year a change was made, and the affair took place on the last Sunday in the old year. Mr Peter E Roberts, J.P., of Bromfield Hall, Mold, kindly undertook the duty of handing out the prizes to those scholars who had merited them by regular and punctual attendance and good conduct. In the course of an encouraging address to the young people, Mr Roberts said that people made their lives very much by what they ate, both physically and spiritu- ally.: NEW YEAR'S EN-E.-The custom of. letting in" the New Year was largely observed at private houses in this district. In addition, coffee suppers, watch-night services, and enter- tainments were held in connection with various places of worship. On New Year's Eve a Christmas tree for the children of Bethesda Sunday school, New-street, was held a supper and watch-night service took place at Pcndref Chapel; an entertainment and watch-night I service at Bethel Congregational Chapel a coffee supper and sale of work at the Baptist Chapel, Wrexham-street; and an entertain. ment at Pentre Mission School. In addition, at the Drill Hall, a variety entertainment bad been promoted in aid of the funds of St. David's Catholic Church, Mold. Two farces Bor- rowed Plums and Who's Who ? "-afforde(I great delight to a most appreciative audience. Afterwards, dancing was indulged in with much gusto, and all spent a most enjoyable evening IN MEMORIAM."—Following out a custom that has been observed for many years at Bethesda C.M. Church, Mold, the Rev G Parry Williams. M.A., the pastor, referred in his ser- mon on Sunday week to those members of the church who had passed away during 1912. The following is the list:—Mrs Harriett Row- lands, Wrexham street, aged 76 years Mrs E Roberts, Bryn Hilin, aged 60; Mrs Roberts (butcher), High street, aged 95 Mr Owen Humphreys, Ponterwyl. aged 75 Miss M Roberts, Wrexham street, aged 67 and Mr Wm. Wynne, New-street, aged 72. The rev. gentleman took his text from the 14th chapter of Revelations, part of the 13th verse: Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." Appropriate hymns were sung, and Miss M J Parry, who officiated at the beautiful new organ, gave eftective renderings of For the Lord is merciful" (from St. Paul ") and "Then shall the righteous shine" (from Elijah

BAGILLT NURSE'S SUCCESS—The friends of Miss Jane Jones, daughter of Mr Humphrey Jones, Ty Iaen, Bagillt, will be glad to know that she was successful in obtaining her C.M.B., certificate at the examination held in London in December last. Miss Jones will shortly do district work for the North Wales Nursing Association. ELLEN BARNES' FRIENDLY VISIT-At Holy- well police court on Wednesday, before Messrs Sl Jones (chairman), Jos Jones, T Humphreys and H Vaughan Lloyd, Ellen Barnes, of Glandon Cottages, Greenfield, was charged on warrant with committing wilful damage to property belonging to Mrp Eyton, of Bagillt, to the extent of 7s 6d. Benjamin Garratt, who prosecuted, stated that on Monday last the defendant came to the house and threw stones through the window, and bricks at the door. Defendant had done the same thing in September last, but he had let her off. He could not let her off this time.—The Magis- trates' Clerk Has she any particular spite against you ?—Prosecutor Xot that I know α- of.—Defendant 1 only threw a piece ot sludge y 11 and no damage was done.—Mrs Garratt said about one o'clock on Monday she was having a cup of tea, and had called her next door neighbour in who had just returned from Holywell to have a cup. Her baby,, only a few months old, was lying asleep beneath the window, when a stone came crashing through the window and narrowly escaped hitting the infant. Defendant she shen heard shouting and calling her to come out that she might pull her eyes out. Defendant's conduct had been wretched for months, she accused witness injustly of having given Jier away for stealing coal. She had never done such a thing. It was only when she was in drink that defendant made these accusations. She had no isJea j defendant was in the neighbourhood until the stone came through the window.—Defendant admitted heaving a handful of sludge at the window, and a brick at the door. It only knocked the paint off a bit. She had been off the drink for the last four month and had been very happy. On Monday she saw Maggie Davies and had a drop of whisky in an egg cup. She was very sorry and hoped it would not occur again for the sake of her little ciiildi-eii.-Tlie Chairman said it was necessary to take extreme measures.—Defendant's husband said his wife had been all-right for some months, but Maggie Davies came on the scene and broke it. He had not been able to get work elsewhere or he would go out of the neighbourhood.—The Chairman said the Bench were determined to deal with the defendant in the most rigorous manner if she again appeared before them. She would be sentenced to one month's imprisonment. The defendant was one of them women who helped to blacken Bagiilt.

LLANASA FUNERAL OF THE LATE MR RD. J. TEMPLE —The funeral of the late Mr Richard J Temple, headmaster of the Llanasa School, who died last week took place on Friday afternoon at the churchyard and was most impressive. Throughout the village there were general signs of mourning, blinds were drawn in almost every house, and the school flag floated half mast. Messages of sympathy and condolence were received from Churchpeople and Noncon- formists alike, the senders included the Rev Canon Roberts, Colwyn Bay; Rev Rhys Morgan, Baptist Minister, Ffynnongroew Miss E Jones, Middleton, Manchester; Miss M Roberts, 10, Garden Row, Mostyn Llanasa Parish Council; Newmarket Parish Council; Gwespyr Brass Band and many others. The coffin was borne from the school house to the church entrance by the deceased's four sons, and afterwards by four Parish Councillors. Amongst the many present were: Mr Wm Mortimer, Golden Grove; Rev Ed Pierce, Tre- logan Hall; Mr Ed Evans, R.D.C., Berthy- maen; Mr 0 W Ellis, assistant overseer; the assistant master of Bagillt Church School; the headmasters of Holywell Council, Ffynnon- groew, Gronant, Gwespyr, Newmarket, Trelogan Schools, the last named schoolmaster (Mr B S Fidler) very kindly superintended the senior children of Llanasa school as well as his own school children, who lined the way from the house to the road. The service was conducted by the vicar (Rev W L Prothero, B.A.), in English, excepting that the lesson was read in Welsh, and the Welsh hymn Yn y dyfroedd mawr a'r tonau," was most impressively sung. Funeral marches were played by the organist (Miss L. Profit, Gwespyr), as the coffin was borne to and from the church. The chief mourners were: Mrs J C Temple (widow); Messrs Robt J Temple, A -R Temple (Deganwy), H P Temple (London), J T Temple (Sandbach), sons Mrs Squier (Neston), Miss G J Temple (Saltney), daughters. Mrs Temple and family desire to thank their friends for the sympathy shown in their sad bereavement.

TALACRE. MR. ELFORD ROBERTS, 2, Bank Chambers, Holywell, has consented tc receive all com- munications re Lady Mostyn's Holywell estate for the present, Mr Roddick having resigned his appointment as agent of the estate.

PONTBLYDDYN. WATCH-NIGHT.—A watch-night service was held in the Parish Church on New Year's eve, when there was a good congregation. The Rev W S Davies, B.A., curate, intoned the service, &nd a short and appropriate address was given by the Vicar. A few minutes be- fore midnight the congregation knelt in silent prayer. Immediately after the advent of the New Year the Vicar wished all A bright and prosperous New Year." Special hymns were selected and these were willingly sung. The whole service was altogether very impressive and most befitting to the occasion. SOCIAL EVENING.—A grand social took place in the National School, tontblyddyn, on New Year's eve, and was very numerously attended. Th e relreshments were under the superintendence of Mrs Davies, the Vicarage, and Mrs Fallows, and they were assisted by many friends. In the course of lJie evening an excellent entertainment was held under the presidency of the Rev 0 Davies, M.A., vicar. The programme comprised pianoforte solos, songs, duett and quartette and was capably rendered by Miss Morris, Miss Jones, Miss Jenny Davies, Miss L Davies, Rev W S Davies, Mr Arthur Morris, Mr S Prydderch, and Mr W Morris, all of whom were accorded an en- thusiastic vote of thanks. Contributions to- wards the cost of the refreshments were re- ceived from the Vicer, Mrs Connab (Druid), Mr Probert, The Stores and Mrs Marsh. A most pleasant and successful evening termin- ated with the singing of the National Anthem.

CARMEL. GORSEDD SCHOOL CHRISTMAS TREE. — Last Thursday, at the above school, Mrs Cope, Saithaelwyd, entertained the scholars of Gor- sedd and Carmel. She provided a splendid tea, and a Christmas tree loaded with toys, sweets, dolls, &c., as presents for the scholars. After the distribution of gifts, Miss Alice Jones (Holway), Mrs Jones (School), and Mr Cope entertained the scholars with songs, and Master Newton Jones gave a recitation. On behalf of the scholars, the Rev David Jones moved a hearty vote of thanks to Mrs Cope for her accustomed generosity, which was seconded by the Rev T. H. Jones (Holway) and three cheers were given by the scholars. On leaving each scholar was also presented with an orange.

Hunting Appointments. THE FLINT AND DENBIGH HOUNDS WILL MEET Saturday, January ilth Erriviatt Tuesday, January 14th .St. George Thursday, January 16th .Pentremawr Saturday, January 18th Ddol Bridge At 11-0 a.m.

SHOTTON CONSERVATIVE CLUB.—The first an- nual club dinner was held in the club on Saturday, when a large number sat down to an excellent repast. Mr. J. Harris, in the unavoidable absence of the president (Mr. J. R. Ei-eme), presided, and was sup- ported by Mr. S. H. Freme and Lieut. Marriott, R.N.R. The usual loyal toasts were honoured. Mr. Strefford proposed The President," which received musical honours. In a neat speech lr. Strefford referred to what Mr. Freme had done for the Club, and of the interest he had taken. All the members would regret that Mr. Freme was not sitting at the head of the table. He hoped the health of the presi- dent soon would be restored, and that he soon would be among them all again. Mr. Sydney H. Freme responded on behalf of his brother, and thanked all for the kind expressions extended to his brother.— Letters of regret at inability to attend were read from the prospective candidate of the county, Mr. David Pennant, Mr. E. Sydney Taylor, Mr. C. B. Toller, and Mr. John Fox.-TI-ie Chairman moved that a vote of sympathy be sent to Mr. Frank Hurlbutt, on the bereavement he had just sustained in the death of his father. Mr. F. Hurl- butt was one of the first to bring forward the desirability of the formation of a club in Shotton, and he was the means of col- lecting a large sum of money to start the scheme.—This was carried in silence, all present standing. Subsequently a smoking concert was held, arranged by Mr. Joseph Harrison and Mr. W. T. Baker. A most enjoyable evening was spent.