Wrexham Guardian

PRIZE SHOOTING OF THE 1ST D.R.V. On Saturday and Tuesday last a number of prizes given by the gentry and tradesmen of Wrexham and neighbourhood were shot for by the First Denbigh Riflo Volunteer Corps at the Erddig range. The presents were divided into a large number of small prizes of the value of from £5 to 5s. The day was all that could be desired, there was little or no wind, and the sky was bright. A tent for the sale of refreshments was erected on the ground. Captain Yorke was the umpire, but there were no important challenges for discision to be settled. Sergeant-Instructor Jones was present the whole day, and under his able and pleasant direction, every- thing passed off with due satisfaction to himself, the prixegivers and the men under him. All the prizes were shot for firing in any position, except No. 5, which was from the shoulder, standing, with fixed bayonets. The proceedings commenced at nine o'clock in the morn- ing and the firisg was kept up till quite dusk in the evening, with very little intermission. During the day a good many people visited the ground to see how things were progressing, and altogether the meeting proved of considerable interest. All the competitors appeared in uniform, and all tie,- were shot off for at the longest range (GOO yards). The minimum pull of the trigger was 61b. The prizes competed for on Saturday were the band prizes. The first competition was for participation in the sum of £ 5, given by the gentleman and tradesmen of Wrexham. Bandsmen only to contest. Five shots at 200 yards, any position. The following were the winners, with their numbers and prizes Pts. ;c s. d. Private R.Jones. 1C 1 10 0 Private ChUrles Roberts 13 1 W 0 Private Robert Roberts 11 0 15 n 0 Private Roberts Jones. 10 0 10 0 Private E. Viner 10 0 7 6 Private J. Griffiths. 10 0 7 6 The next was also for the bandsmen, presented by Mr Halden, to'be competed for by members who had attended 18 drills from the 1st November, 1876, to the 1st September, 1877. Seven shots/at 200 yards, any positii -The fu-st prize was a baritone saxhorn, won by Private Charles Roberts, 22; and second, a F flute, carried off by Private Robert Jones, 19. -2L- On Tuesday prize No. 1 was shot for, the first thing. Given by the honorary members of the corps, and gentlemen and tradesmen of Wrexham. Open to all members of the company, with the ex- ception of recruits. Distances, 200, 500, and 600 yards, seven shots at each range. There were 16 prizes. The scoring at this .competition was as follows 200 500 600 Total X s. d. Corporal J. Roberts 25 31 31 87 5 0 0 Sergt. C. Jones 28 24 28 80 .» 10 0 Corporal. H. Jones 29 26 24 7<-> 2 10 0 Private F. Jones 26 24 23 73 2 0 0 Sergt. T. Woodville 27 22 IS 67 1 10 0 Sergt. Sykes 24 25 15 64 1 5 0 -Ser-t J Lees 22 26 1,5 I Color 6. 1 0 0 Private E. Powell 26 15 21 62 0 15 0 Sergt. J. Smith 2.5 20 16 61 0 10 0 Private Rowland 18 21 22 61 0 7 6 PrivateG. Jewitt 26 13 20 60 0 6 6 Sergt. T. Davies 23 19 18 60 0 6 6 Private R. Ellis 23 13 24 60 0 5 0 Private J. Mallen 19 29 9 57 0 5 0 Private T. Wilcock 19 22 14 55 0 5 0 Lance-Corpl. J. Edwards 24 22 7 53 0 5 0 It will be observed that in the above list there are two ties," Sergt. Smith and Private Kowland scoring 61. In shooting off Rowland made a scoring 61. In shooting off Rowland made a magpie," or in other words three, and Smith missed the target. Lower down in the score three men score 60, and this having been re-contested, Jewitt took the first place with a four, Davies three, and Ellis an outer." The next prize was the gift of Lieut.-Colonel Sir W. W. Wynn, value .£5, divided into five sums ranging from 30s to 5s. It was open to all members except recruits, and shot for in seven rounds, at 5C0 yards, any position. The following were the prize takers:— Pts. X s. d. Lance-Corpl. J. Eclwards 32 1 10 0 Private J. Doherty 28") 10 0 Corporal H. Jones 28 0 15 0 Private F. Jones 28.) 0 10 0 Private R.Ellis 26 0 5 0 Those bracketted were, of course, ties, and shot off for the second, third, and fourth prizes, and the result was: Corporal Jones, 3. Doherty and F. Jones made two outers each, and in the third tie Doherty a bull's eye, and F. Jones an outer. After this, the programme announced that .£1 was to be awarded to the man who attained the highest aggregate at class firing. Of course, this was shot for previous to the competition, and at the commencement of each season every man has to go through the first, second, and third class. The money was won by Private F. Jones scoring 134. Prize No. 3 was presented by Captain Yorke, open to all but recruits. Ranges, 200, 500, and 600 yards. Seven shots at each range. The present was divided into ten prizes ranging from X3 to 5s. The following is the order of the prize winners:— 200 500 803 Total C s. d. Corporal Horatio Jones. 28 28 25 81 3 0 0 Private G. Jewitt 27 24 23 74 2 0 0 Private R. Ellis 26 26 21 73 1 10 0 Private F. Jones 23 29 21 73 1 0 0 Lance-Corpl. J. Edwards 25 26 19 70 0 15 0 Sergt. Joseph Smith. 28 21 20 69 0 10 0 Corporal J. Roberts 25 20 22 67 0 7 6 Quartermaster-Sgt. Lees 28 21 17 66 0 7 6 Sergeant R. Palmer. 27 16 22 65 0 5 0 Sergeant T. Woodville. 23 17 24 64 0 5 0 It will be sen that in this contest there was a tie of two 73's. This was tried again, when Ellis proved the best man, scoring four to Jones's two. The next prize competed for was the short snider rifle with bayonet, presented by Mr Halden, to be shot for by members of the corps who had attended 18 drills from the 1st November, 1876, to the 7th September, 1877. Range, 200 yards, from the shoulder with fixed bayonets. Seven shots. This was won by Private Fred. Jones with a score of 25. The next competition was for participation in a prize of X5 5s, given by Peter Walker, Esq. To be shot for by members of the corps who attended the summer drills at Aldershot from the 4th to the 11th August, 1877. Seven shots at 500 yards. The 1 following is the order of the prize takers :— Pts. £ s. d. Private M. Allen 25 2 0 0 Sergeant- p, Davies. 23 1 10 0 Sergeant T. H. Sykes. 22 0 15 0 Sergeant H. Palmer 20 0 10 0 Private Wilcock. 20 0 5 0 Private J. Stevens 16 0 5 0 Palmer and Wilcock tied," and on firing off Palmer made a H bull" and Wilcock's a miss. The last competition was for recruits. The scor- ing was undoubtedly bad, although, of course, the men had not had much experience. But, notwith- standing, it is but just to say that it was so dark that the bull's-eye could not be distinctly seen. The firing was at 200 yards, any position, and the follow- ing is the list:— Pts. £ s. d. Private W. Trainer 8 1 0 0 Private J. Hughes. 8 0 15 0 Private A. Phillips. 2 0 12 6 Private W. Kenny 2 0 7 6 Private R. Brown 2 0 5 0 This closed the day's proceedings.

I CRICKET, RUABON GRAMMAR SCHOOL (2nd Eleven) v SONTLEY.—This match was played on the ground of the CRICKET, RUABON GRAMMAR SCHOOL (2nd Eleven) v SONTLEY.—This match was played on the ground of the former, and resulted in a victory for the home team by 70 runs. Score :— Grammar School. Sontley. J. Lloyd, c and b Owen 5 Mole, st. Lloyd, b Taylor 0 E. Paterson, b lieirne 3 R. C. Owen, b Taylor 1 C. Taylor, th. out Mole 39 J. Francis, b Lloyd 5 R. Paterson, run out 9 F. Beirne, not out 7 R. A. Jones, not out 17 J. B. Francis, b Lloyd 5 H. Holt, b Owen 2 T. H. Jones, run out 0 F. Dickson, b Beirne 0 H. Curry, run out 0 Extras 13 Extras. 0 88 18 EATON PARK v ROSSETT AND GRESFORD.—This | match was played at Katon, on Saturday last, and resulted in a victory for the home team. Score :— Eaton Itossttt and Gresford. H. L. Stafford, c and b it. w Egerton, b Shaw 3 Tunnicliffe 5 G. H. Tunnicliffe, b Shaw 18 E. Evans, c Egerton, b P. H. Wright, b Evans 1 Wright 13 R. B. Wright, b Shaw 0 Morris, c Townshend, b L. G. Campbell, b Shaw 2 Steen 14 A. Steen, b Mafford 3 E. J. Muspratt, c Paliu, b F. Aspinall, b Stafford 0 Steen 1 H. ASpinall, b Stafford 4 R. G. Boydell, b Steen 12 C. W. Townshend, b Shaw 6 J. Shaw, not out 13 H. Paliu, not out 3 Perry, c F. Aspinall, b G. Montmorency, b Shaw 0 Egerton 1 E. Welis, c P. H. Wright, b Steen 0 A. G. Brown. b Steen 2 J. Batten, St. Wright, b Steen 6 J. G riffitlis, b Egerton. 0 Extras. 5 Extras. 2 72 42 CIVIL SERVICE v PONTBLYDDYN. — The return match of the above clubs took place on Saturday last, on the Racecourse, and re-ultedin an easy victory for the home team by 40 runs. For the Civil Service team the bowling of Mr Crawford was very destructive. Out of 14 overs, ten of which were maidens, he took five wickets for nine runs. During the season the Civil Service club has played 15 matches and lost one, that being the Pontblyddyn, at Pontblyddyu. Score;- Civil Servicc. Pontblyddyn, J. H. Darby, b Derbyshire 2 S. Willhms, c Lloyd, b H. Edwards, b Johnson 5 Jones 3 T. B. Grice, b Johuson. 21 T. Darbyshire, run out 2 E. Evans, run out 2 Rev. T. E. Hughes, b Craw- W. Settle, run out 14 ford. 0 J. Price. c Williams, b W. Johnson, c Crawford, Johnson 0 b Jones 4 J. Crawford, c Dykins, b P. Eykius.c Darby,b Jones 5 Darbyshire 6 T. A Lambert, b Crawford 0 E. Lloyd, c Johnson, b Dr. Roberts, c Edwards, b Darbyshire 11 Crawford. 1 A. Richards, not out 4 E. Rutter, c Jones, b Craw- J. bouthgate.b Darbyshire 0 ford. 4 J. H. Jones, b Johnson 1 G. Roberts, b Crawford 1 J. Roberts, not out 4 T. Howl, run out 1 Extras 0 Extrai 1 66 26

FIXTURES LLANERCHRUGOG HALL. Sept 22, v. Whittingtf n, at Rhos. Sept. 29, Closing Match, at Rhos. OSWESTRY. Sept. 20, Closing Match, at Oswestry. CHESTER COLLEGE. Sept. 22, Seniors v. Juniors, at College.

DENBIGH. QUOITING.—We find that Steward the champion play e of England is to play Moses Parry and J. Davies, of Denbigh, on Monday for £40, a game of 61 up. TEA PARTY.—On Thursday, the children belonging to the Plymouth Brethren Sunday School had their annual tea [pariy in the chapel, having previously enjoyed various amusements on the Castle Green. After tea a religious meeting was held. EXCURsION-On Thursday, the scholars of the English Wesley an Sunday School at Rhyl visited Denbigh and were entertained by Dr Evan Pierce all heartily enjoying their visit. TRACTION ENGINE.—Some interest was excited amongst the townspeople by the passing of a large Traction Steam Engine from Mold, attached to which were trucks being taken up into the mountains for slates. Its progress up the hill in Vale-street was very slow.

RUTHIN. ATTEMPTED ROBBERY OF A POSTMAN.—Richard Jones, the Rural postman between Ruthin and Llanelidan, was attacked on the road, on Thursday evening, by a man who endeavoured to take the bags. Jones, after a severe struggle, overpowered his adversary, who escaped on the Corwen-road. Colonel Leyland's private bag and another were dragged from the postman, but they were all recovered.

THE WAR. REPORTED RUSSIAN LOSS OF 30,000 MEN. The Daily Telegraph correspondent at Shipka Las sent a despatch stating that on jvionday last the Turkish attacking column took from the Russians such strong positions that had the left and right wings acted in concert, according to Suleiman Pasha's order, the Russians would have had no alternative but to lay down their arms. These orders not having been properly carried out, the enemy had time to bring up strong reinforce- ments and the Ottomans were forced to retire. The Russian losses are estimated at 1,800, and the Turks 700 or 800. The darkness of the night accounts for the loss of the latter being comparatively small. The Ottoman advance guard fought hard for the possesssion of the heights, but the other corps were not able to come to their support. Another tele- gram gives the Turkish loss at 2,00} killed, and the Russian 500. The Times says the Russian campaign does not I now require Suleiman Pasha to be checked in the Shipka Pass. The decisive blow must be struck on the Jantra or the Via. If the Cesarewitch ia defeated by Mehemet Ali, the occupation of the Shipka Pass will be a source of danger instead of an advantage, as the 8th Arujy Corps, which is committed there, may very probably be cut off from all possibility of retreat to the Danube. The returns of the state of the muster rolls of the Russian force before Plevna furnish a ghastly. commentary on the accounts of 'the fighting on the 11th and 12th of this month. The 4th Army: Corps, commanded by General Zotoff, suffered so severely that its battalions, which should number < 1,000 bayonets, are now reduced to a strength of only 300 men. The losses among the troops with which General Skobelef captured the redoubts near the Sofia road on th 11th, and endeavoured to retain them on the 12th, amounted in these two days to GO per cent of the total force. The whole Russian Army which stood on parade 80,000 strong when reviewed by Prince Charles on tbe day be- fore the bombardment commenced, now numbers under 30,000. These figures do not represent the whole loss of the force besieging Plevna. The soldiers slain on the 11th and 12th still lie un- buried between the Russian lines and the Turkish intrenchments, as the Ottoman General has de- clined to grant an armistice to bury the dead. The expected cattle between Mehemet Ali and tbe Cesarewitch is still deferred. The hesitation of the Commander of the Army of Stiumla cannot be explained. It is to him that Osman Pasha must mainly look for relief, for much reliance cannot be placed on the 30,000 Irregulars who are said to be moving towards Plevna from Orchanie. These might be useful to hold a defensive position behind earthworks, but it is more than doub ful whether they can already possess sufficient tactical mobility to carry out the delicate operation of re- lieving a besieged fortress. While Mehemet Aii delays, the Russian reinforcements are arriving in Bulgaria, and are already present in some force. The Rifle Brigade of the Guard has already been reviewed by the Emperor at Gorny Studen, pre vious to taking its place in the line of battle. The 1 1st and 2nd Regiments of the Guards, which 1 number 8,000 men, are expected to arrive on Sun- day, and a portion of the 3rd and 11th Divisions have already occupied posts behind the shelter trenches which the Russian pioneers have thrown UP. to guard their lines against sorties by the garrison of Plevna. While his enemy daily gains strength, the Commander of the Eastern Ottoman Army halts inactive on the Banicka bom, although in sight of the Russian camps under the Jantra. Histardy advaace has already allowed the Cesare- witch to choose a position at his leisure, and to hedge it in within two lines of intrenchments. Unless within a space of time which may be reckoned in hours he strikes a hardy blow, the garrisons of these works may have become so strong that it will be hopeless to attack them.

FOOTBALL. THE WELSH CHALLENGE CUP. Sixteen clubs have entered the lists for competi- tion for the above cup. Unfortunately one was disqualified on the ground of its members not residing either in the Principality or in the border counties. The following is a list of the first ties which must be played off before November 15th, and the results duly forwarded to the Hon. Sec. of the Association, Mr J. W. A.. Cooper, Wrexham, within three days after the date of each match:— FIRST TIES. At Aberystwith v Swansea. „ Chirk v Oswestry. „ Newtown v Druids. „ Corwen v Bala. Carnarvon w Bangor. Wrexham v Civil Service (Wrexham). „ Northwich (Victoria) v Foresters (Gwersyllt). Llanerchrugog a bye." While the committee may well congratulate them- selves, upon the number of entries, which is most satisfactory for the first year, still it is to be regretted that some cltibs which last year were members of the association are not to be found in the list of competitors. There is only one club from Oswestry, where last year there were two, although one only joined the association. Llangollen has no entry, while nearer the source of the river wo find that two clubs have entered, viz., Corwen and Bala. Again, the Men of Mold," a young ;1_7_ ,j- .)' ch\ club which had to buy experience rather deirly in its first matches, but which made such marked improvement towards the close ef last season, do not show up; we trust that it has not H crumbled" away; and lastly, Kuabon appear to be back- sliders." Notwithstanding that Saturday, the 15th, was nominally the last day for receiving entries, yet, if there are any clubs which would still like to enter the lists, we think it would only be an act of grace on the part of the committee to accept them, and this arrangement could not be said to be in any sense unfair to the clubs which have already entered, provided, of course, that the ties are played off before November 15th, and that their other qualifications are satisfactory. It is manifestly the policy of the association to obtain as many entries as possible and not as few, as also it is the duty of various clubs to give their support to an association which has done so much for the spread and improvement of football. We are promised a list of matches to be wayed by the association shortly, which are expected to comprise the following:—Wales v Scotland, Wales v England, j North Wales v Sheffield Association, North Wales v Birmingham and District Association, North Wales v Staffordshire Association, and possibly North Wales v South Wales, and North Wales v Manchester Association. As the above, with the exception of the two international matches, are home and home matches, there is certain to be no lack of good games during the ensuing season. The president of the association for the ensuing season is Sir W. W. Wynn, Bart., M.P., and Mr Evan Morris is vice-president, vice the Hon. George T. Kenyon and Lieutenant-Colonel Jones, V.C. GROSVEKOR (WREXHAM).—The opening meeting of this club was held at the Walnut Tree Hotel on Monday last, when the officers and committee were elected as follows :-Captain F. Jones Vice-Captain J Grant; Secretary 15. Owens; Treasurer W. Price Committee: F. Edwards, D. Jones, B. Penlnagton, T. E. Hughes, J. Lea, and W. Young. The opening match will take place on Saturday, the 27th inst. CIVIL SERVICE (WREXHAM).—A meeting of the above club was held on Wednesday evening last, at the Kaglan Arms, Mr W. Settle presiding. There was a large number of members present, thus showing the great interest taken by all in the proceedings of the club. J. H. Jones was unanimously re-elected secretary for the coming season. President, Lieut.-Col. A. S. Jones, V.C.; treasurer, W. Settle; captain, H. Edwar.1s; vice-captain, J. Crawford; committee, Messrs J. Price, G. Jewitt, J. Evans, E. Lloyd, T. B. Grice, and R. Lloyd. The annual subscription was fixed for 2s, and the opening match was decided to be played on Saturday, October 6th. All those desirous of joining the club should send in their names at once to the secretary or any of the com- mittee. A special meeting will be held on Wednesday evening next, when all members are particularly re- quested to attend.

THE GRAND NATIONAL SHEEP DOG TRIALS at Bala, which were at first arranged for the 11th of October, are now fixed for the following day, Octo- ber 12th, in consequence of a neighbouring agricul- tural meeting on the former date. THE CORNISH HALL ESTATE.—We understand that the Cornish Hail Farm which was recently offered for sale by Messrs Churton, Elphick, & Co., at the Grosvenor Hotel in Chester, has been sold by private treaty, so that the whole of the Cornish Hall Estate is now sold. TnE CHESHIRE FREEMASONS.—The annual meeting of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Cheshire, which was at- tended by upwards of 400 Freemasons, was held on Thursday, at Liseard, under the presidency of Lord de Tabley, R.W.P.G.M, who referred with satisfaction to the present prosperous position ot the order in bis own and other provinces. Bro. the Hon. Wilbraham Egerton, M.P., was appointed deputy P.G.M. of the province. The sum cf .£100 was voted towards the Indian famine relief fund.

LLANASA. THE RE-OPENING OF THE CHURCH.—The old parish church which has been thoroughly restored by Mr'Street, R.A., of 14, Cavendish Place, Cavendish Square, W., will be opened on Wednesday next September 26, the services being as follows :—Holy Communion (English) at 8.30. a.m.; Welsh service and sermon by the Ven. Archdeacon Morgan, at 330 Welsh service and sermon bv the Vicar of Abergele, at 7 p.m. The services on succeeding days will be ItS follows Thursday evening service and sermon in English by Canon Howell. Vicar of Oswestry, 3.3).; evening service and sermon in Welsh at 7 p.m. Friday Welsh service and sermon by Rev. T. J. Hughes, M.A., Rector of Llanbedr, Ruthin Saturday evening service and sermon by tho Vicar of Dyserth, 7 p.m.; Sunday morning service and sermon by the vicar 9.45. morning service aud sermon by the Very Rev. the Dean of St. Asapb, 11.15.; children's service at 2.45. evening service and sermon by the vicar, 6 p.m.; Monday, Octooer 1, evening service and sermon by the Vicar of Wrexham, 7 p.m. Tuesday evening service and sermon by Rev. Canon Walshaiu How, 3.30. evening service and sermon by Rov. Ben- jamin Edwards, Rector of Llanfihangal Creuddyn, Aberystwith, 7 p.m. Wednesday, morning service and sermon by Rev. Canon Perowne, D.D., hon. chaplain to the Queen and Hulsead Professor of Divinity, Cambridge, 11.15. An omnibus will run from Rhyi, on September 26, and October 3, starting from ithyl at 9.10. a.m. A conveyance also starts from Holywell.

HOLYWELL. SUNDAY SCHOOL EXCURSION.—On Tuesday last a pleasant Excursion was arranged for the members of the senior classes and teachers in the English Congregational Sunday School. The weather was delightfully fine, and the party which numbered about thirty, proceeded by train to the ancient city of Chester, and thence by barge to Eaton Hall the princely seat of the Duke of estminster. In the afternoon tea was provided the party in Queen- street Chapel, and the remainder of the time was spent in viewing the various places of interest which the city affords. The arrangements were carried out by the Rev J. D. Riley, the pastor.

NORTHOP. CRICKET.—An interesting match was played at Northop, on Saturday, between Messrs Williams, the Vicarage, and others, and the members of the Northop Cricket Clul). Messrs Williams' team scored 57 in two innings, and the Northop club 59, with 10 wickets standing in the second innings, thus secur- ing an easy victory. RE-OPENING OF THE CHURCH.—The ancient parish church of Northop will be re-opened on Tuesday next, after undergoing thorough restoration, the cost of which has been mainly borne by the vicar 6f the parish, the R v Thomas Williams, M.A. There will be special English services in the morning and evening, the preachers being the Rev Eldon S. Bankes, M.A., and the Rev Edward Smart, M.A., rector of Denbigh. BURIED IN A SANDPIT.— An inquest was held before Mr Peter Parry, coroner for Flintshire, on Thursday, at Cefnerghan, Northop, on the body of John Williams, aged 77. It seems be had gone at three o'clock on the previous day into a sand-hole, in a field in the holding of Mr Davies, for the pur- pose of getting a load of sand. Not returning in reasonable time, a search was made for him by several of the neighbours, and he was found aA 11 o'clock at night, buried in the sand-hole, quite dea.d, and must have been dead several hours. He was only married about two months a.go to his third wife. He has left a wife and two sons. The jury returned a verdict of ° Accidental death."

OSWESTRY. MASONIC FESTIVAL.—The Festival of St. John, Fitz- alan Lodge, 1432,.was held at the Wynnstay Arms Hotel, on Thursday evening. There was a good at- tendance at the lodge, and Bro. VaugUan was installed W.M. by Bro. Haslett, I.P.M. After the ceremony, the following were appointed to the several offices:— Bro. W. Aston. Bro. J. B. Murless, J.W.; Bro. E. B. Smith, P.M., secretary; Bro. J. Maclardy, trea- surer; Bro. A. Walker, P.M.. director of ceremonies' Bro. W. Griffiths, S.D.; Bro. J. Maclardy, J.D.; Bro. R. Brayne. I.G.; Bro. Taylor, steward; Bro. T. B. Crowther, tyler. The following visitors were present:- Bro. G. wen, P.G.S.W Bro. W. H. Spaul!, P.G.S.; Bro. Beresford, P.G.J.D.; Bro. J. Thomas, P.G.St.; Bro. A. Walker, P.P.G., supt. of W.; Bro. W. Burton. W.M., 11%; Bro. Howell Davies, S.D., 1336; Bro. G.E. "Evans, 721; &c. At the conclusion of the business of the lodge tnere was a capital baDquet, pro- vided by Mr Drew, after which the usual loyal and masonic toasts were p 'opesed aud honoured. "I J —

HOLT. PRESENTATION TO MRS COXHEAD. The testimonial to Mrs Coxhead, upon her retirement J from the Vicamge in consequence of the death of the late vica.r, which has been subscribed for by about 200 of the inhabitants of Holt, including a few friends from Farndon, Chester, and Wrexham, was presented to that lady by the Mayor of Holt on behalf of the subscribers, on Tuesday, the 11th inst, at the Town Hall, Holt, it having been on view there during the day. The testi- monial exists of a drawing-room clock, with va es to match, of the Louis Quatorze period, richly gilt and inlaid with Serves China, beautifully painted from de- signs after Wa'teau. Also a portrait in oil of the Rev. John R. Edwards, late vicar of Holt, and of Miss Fanny Coxhead, daughter of Mrs Coxhead, with an elegantly- bound volume in crimson Morroco, containing the names of the committee and subscribers to the fund, the writing of which is a masterpiece of penmanship, and is the work of Dr. Armstrong, of Farndon. On the pedestal of the clock, upon a gold plate, is the following inscrip- tion :—"This clock, with other articles, was presented to Mrs Coxhead by the inhabitants of Holt and neighbour- hood, in testimony of the grateful affection they enter- tain for her, and as a memento of her bountiful disposi- tion to the poor of Holt and neighbourhood, and to all classes seeking her sympathy and bonevolence." Long before the appointed time every available part of the building was crowded by rich and poor of both sexes. Amongst others we neticed the following:—Mr S. Dale (Mayor), Mrs Dale, Miss Dale, Mrs Towndrow, Mr Tomlinson and Miss Tom.inson, Mr Rymer, Mr and Mrs Carrette, Dr. Armstrong, Mr Baker, Mrs Ejwards, Mrs Thomas, Miss Jackson, Mr Harrison (Farndon), the Revs. W. Williams, curate, and R. Leigh Roose, &c. Within a few minutes of four Mr and Mrs Coxhead entered the ball, and were heartily welcomed by all. With that smiling face, so natural to both, they held a brief conversation with some and shook hands with many. The Mayor having announced that the time for present- ing the testimonial had arrived all was hushed. Mr T. Rymer, solicitor, who presided, rose to address the meeting. He said they had met there on an occa- sion which had a twofold character, viz., to sympathise with her in the loss she had sustained through the re- moval by death of the late vicar; and they did really sympathise with her, but if it were possible he sym- pathised more with the poor people, who had sustained so great a loss through her removal from them into another sphere. The other was the pleasing duty they had to perform in presenting to her a slight testimony of the high esteem which the people of Holt entertained for her. He, Mr Carrette, aud others, consulted to- gether and formed a committee, and the result was the testimonial now about to be presented. There were no less than 182 names of subscribers inserted in the book. This would show that though the testimonial was not so costly as they could have wished, yet all contributed so t far as their means would allow, and he was glad to say the articles which had been selected were to the satisfac- tion of Mrs Coxhead and Mr Coxhead. He then called upon Mr S. Dale (Mayor) to present the testimonial, and in doing so he spoke to this effee-He was sure they were all very much pleased to meet there on such an in- teresting occasion. He felt extremely obliged to the committee for conferring upon him such an honour. They all knew how kind and liberal Mrs Coxhead was to all who needed her sympathy. It was more valued because she made no party distinction (applause). She contributed liberally towards relieving the wants of all indiscriminately. They were deeply indebted to her for her liberality on all occasions and for many years. He felt proud to think their town had shown that they could value such kindness. They were always pleased to meet Mrs Coxhead. Her beautful face, radiant with good nature and kindness, aud beaming with benevolence, presented a cheerful object to everybody who saw it (ap- plause). And though she had left Holt she had not for- gotten it; she still comforted those who were in distress. He had known her from childhood, and always found her ready to assist in every good work. And now," he said, Mrs Coxhead, it gives me very great pleasure to present to you these articles on behalf of the numerous friends who have subscribed. The portrait is a pleasing con- trast of youth and old age. We present them as a small memento of the esteem in which we hold you. Wherever divine Providence may lead you in the future Jvu iviil look upon these as an expression of good feeling of the people of Holt. I hope you will be pleased to accept them." Mrs Coxhead, in a very natural and graceful manner, expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the handsome testi- monial with which she was presented, and said she cuuld not find words that would adequately eouvey her grate- ful feelings. She stfould always remember them, and look upon it as an expression of their kindness. Mr Coxhead next spoke. He said his position was a rather false one. He had been but a short time amongst them. He was glad to state that he had no enemies in the town he was always on friendly terms with all. That expression of their kindness to his wife would serre as a mark to his child what course to pursue. The ex- ample set her by her mother should be unto her as a land- mark. He was sure, whenever she looked at that picture, she wouldinot forget Him who was the benefactor of her mother and her lather. He thanked all for the hand- some present, and especially Mr Rymer and Mr Carrette, for their individual exertions in getting up the spiendid testimonial. Mr Rymer spoke on behalf of Mf Carrette, who, on account of being a Frenchman, could not feel confident enough to address them in English. He said whatever trouble they both had taken in getting up a testi- monial was a labour of love. They were proud their names had been associated with ir. The Mayor moved a vote of thanks to Dr. Armstrong (Farndon) for having so beautifully written the names of the subscribers in the album, which was passed unani- mously. Dr. Armstrong, in rising to acknowledge it, said he thanked them all for the kind manner in which they had received his name. He had known Mrs Coxhead from her earliest infancy, and coulj testify to the genial feeling displayed by her and her parents. kinder-hearted Christian and better woman never existed. The sentiments of every one were that her loss would be deeply deplored. He said, from his heart, may God bless her. Mr Dolson called for three cheers, which were heartily given. Mrs Coxhead is leaving to-day for Rhyl, where she and her husband have been spending the last three months, and where they are likely to remain for some time yet. She leaves with the good wishes of all classes.

RUABON. SHOOTING MATCH.—RUABON v. LLANGOLLEN.—The return match between eight men of these corps came off on Saturday last, at the Wynnstay Range. The home team proved victorious by a majority of 68 points, as per following score:— RUABON. J 200 yds. 500 yds. Total. Quarter-Master Noneley 2.3 26 49 Golour-Segt. Wm. Jones 24 2:i 47 Sergt. Shaw. 21 20 41 Corporal Jeffreys. 26 17 43 Corporal Berrington 24 29 hi Private Wall 11 12 23 Private Parry. 25 18 43 Private Parkinson 26 2-i 50 180 169 3 LLANGOLLEN. 200 yds. 500 yds. Total. Sergeant Magin 19 29 4S Corporal Watts 28 13 41 Corporal Jones 18 0 18 Bandmaster Johnson 19 22 41 Private Todd. 16 13 29 PrivateBiites. 23 11 34 Private Jones 22 13 35 Private Teague 22 13 35 167 114 281 Amongst thos on the ground we noticed Capt. and Mrs Conran, Capt. Roberts, Segt. Keating, Sergt, Dujkam, and Sargt. Walthow, late instructor of musketry, 29th Regiment. After the match both teams sat down to an excellent dinner provided at the Duke of Wellington Inn by Mrs Jonts. Colour-Sergeant William Jones presided. The usual toasts were heartily drunk, and several songs were given, which greatly enlivened the company.

RHOSYMEDSE. DEATH or MR EDWARD Jo-,Es.-We regret to announce the death of Mr Edward Jones, royalty survey r to Sir Watkin Williams Wynn, Bart., Sl.P], which occurred somewhat suddenly on Wednesday morn- ing from an attack of apoplexy. He had been ailing for some time, but was out on the day that he died. Upon the announcement of his death becoming known in the village, most of the tradesmen partially closed their establishments. Deceased was very highly respected in the neighbourhood where he had resided for half a century. III parochial matters he had been a most active parishioner, and bis knowledge was sought by many in respect to the affairs of the district. For years he was registration agent to the Conservative party for whem, in days when Conservatism was less prosperous than it is now, be rendered most valuable services. He had been in the service of the late Sir Watkin, and for 45 years in the service of the present baronet, by whom, we have no hesitation in saying, be was much respected In his dealings with his fellow men he was kind, gentle, and straightforward, and we have no doubt the public funeral which is to take place to day at two o'clock will testify to the high respect in which he was held by all who knew him.

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(BY TELEGRAPH). CORN MARKETS. LIVERPOOL, Friday. A moderate business has been done to-day at a reduction of Id per cental on white and 3d on red wheat. Californian, 12s 9d to 12s 10. Flour un- changed in quotations. Indian corn, mixed Ameri- can, 28s per 480It. Beans, Egyptian, 32s 3d to 33s 3d. Peas, Canadian, 41s 6d. The weather is fine. LONDON, Friday. Wheat closed firm, and occasionally a shilling dearer. Oats and maize 6d dearer on the week. Barley firm and tending upwards. Beans and peas without change. Flour with a firmer tendency. The following quantity of British grain was dis- posed of at Mark Lane during the week ending September 18th:—Wheat 1,013 quarters, average price, 63s 9d; barley 304 quarters, average price, 15s id. WAKEFIELD, FriAay. The market to-day is quiet for wheat, but last week's prices are supported. New English, out of condition, still unsaleable. Barley enquired for by malsters, but the high prices asked for new English checks business. Beans, oats, and maize are as before.

They were husband and wife, and as they stood before the capitol in Washington, she asked-" What's that figure on top ?" That's a goddess," he Answered. "And what's a goddess ?" "A woman who holds her tongue," he replied. She looked at him sideways, and then began planning how to make a peach pie with the stones in it, for the benefit of his sore tooth.—American paper. The will of Brigham Young was lately read at Salt Lake in the presence of all his wives and children, The estate is stated to be worth 2,000,000 dollars. He leaves his property to be divided equally among his 17 wives and 56 children, but sundry houses < are given to special favourites, notably his first wife, Amelia, to whom is given the Amelia Palace, a large and handsome modern building. The read- ing of the will was well received by the crowd of interested persons present. The amount collected in the boxes placed in the streets and large establishments of London on Hospital Saturday wts £835, being a slight increase on the sum realised in the same way last year. Of this amount £685 12s 5d wes contained in the boxes lodged at Messrs Hoare's Bank. The boxes placed in the steamboats brought in .£31 17s. Those put up by Messrs Spiers and Pond on the couJers of their various establishments realised ,£26 13s 6.1, and those put up by Messrs Faulkners £1 10s lid. The remainder was made up of money deposited in boxes at Covent-garden Theatre, Holborn Rc's. ta-jrant, sundry hospitals, &c. ( A young man writes to a New York paper that be wants to be an edi'or, to which the editor of the New York paper replies:—Canst thou draw up a leviathan with a hook thou lettest down? Canst thou hook up great ideas from the deapts of thine intellect, nnd cleaa, scale, and fry them at five minutes' notice Canst thou write editorials as they may be wanted—to mrssure ? Canst thou write an editorial to fit in a three-quarter column of the paper, which shall be in length just twenty-two inches, having three inches of fine sen'imenr four inches fiom the beginning, and nine inches of humour in fie middle, and an outburs' eî maxim and precept nine and three-quarter inches long at the close ? An amusing incident of Mr Toole's recent visit to Northampton is rtla:ed by the Theatre. A pastrycook of that town, it appears, stamped upon the of bis pork pies the following announcement—" Toole in Northampton. Three pieces Ono of these pies found its way to the break-fast table of a water- cure establishment at Malvern, where the hydropathic, physician gives written or printed directions each morn- ing to his patients. Some hungry early risers made an attack upon the pie, and, when they left ir, all that could be seen of the announcement relating to Mr Toole was Too or Three pieces A dyspeptic in- valid came to, and, believing that what he read was the doctor's orders, exultingly carried off the remainder of the pie to his bed-room. Hopes of his recovery are entertained. Pope the actor was occe the victim of an unf,eling jest. He was a callous, ill-conditioned eater, and we have no sympathy for him. A cruel friend—doubtless oDe who had, at some former period, suffered from the actor's blunt coarteaess—invited him t.o dinner. You'll have to pardon our fare," apologised the sly rascal, for we have only a small turbot and a boiled aitchbone of beef." Why, it's the very thing I like cried Pope, referring particularly to the aitchbone. "I will come, my son, with all the pleasure in life." He kept his word he came and he ate-ate till his veins swelled and his form grew more round—ate tiil eating was no longer possible. At a signal a bell was rung. and in cam a smoking haunch of venisoR. The defeated gourmand saw the trick, cast a look of p'ainf ve reproach upon his friend, trifled for a moment with a slice, dropped in despair the 1 useless weapons, and burst into ancoutjrolLdiie tears. "A friend of twenty years' standi eg. he sobbed, "and to be deceived in this manner

Jixfjjs, Warriagts, aitb taibs. BIETHS. CONWY-OL the 14th inst., at Bodrhyddym, Rhyl, Mrs Rowley Conwy, of a son. EDWARDS-On the 12th inst., at Pentre Broughton, the wife of Job Edwai ds, of a daughter. GRIFFITHS-Oii the 18th inst., at Cerney Broughton, the wife of Samuel Griffiths, ef a son. GRIFFITHS-On the 5th iosfc, at 4, Mary Ann Square; Wrexham, the wife of John Griffiths, of a son. HYDE-On the 18th inst., at 5, Edward-street, Carnarvon, the wife of Thomas Hyde, of a son. JOXES-On the 7th inst., at New Brighton, Minera, the wife of William Jones, of a daughter. JONES-OU the 8th inst., at Moss, Broughton, the wife of Mr Francis Jones, of a daughter. JONES On the 29th ult., at Pentre Broughton, the wife of Mr George Jones, of a daughter. JO-NES--On the 12th inst., at the Militia Depot, Wrexham. the wife of Sergeant William Jones, musketry instructor, of a sov,. MATTHEWS-On the 19th ult., at Turkey Mill, Esclusham Below, the wife of James Matthews, of a daughter. PRICE-On the 19th inst., the wife of Mr J. Lloyd Prioe, Pendre House, Holywell, of a daughter. RICHARDS-On the 18th inst., the wife of Mr Josuah Richards, weaver, Price's Square, Llangollen, of a son. ROBERTS-On the 13th inst., the wife of Mr J. Roberts butcher, Bailey-street, Oswestry, of a daughter. STOKES-On the 31st ult., at 17, Nelson-street, Wrexham, the wife of Mr E. J. Stokes, of a son. MARRIAGES. CARR INGTON-RO BERTS-ON the 15th inst., at the Methodist Chapel, Adwy'r Clawdd, by the Rev. D. Jonee, assisted by the Rev. D. Jones, Wesleylan minister, John, only son of Frank Carrington, of Minera, to Wine, youngest daughter of Robert Roberts, of Coedpoeth, late of Bryn Eglwys. CORNEY-B ILES-On the 13th inst., at Richmond Chapel, Liverpool, by the Rev. E. D. Wilkes, of Oswestry, John Marwood Corney, builder, Oswestry, to Mary Amme, second daughter of the late Henry Hiles, Platt Mills, Baschurch.. EDWARDS-WIIITRIDGE-ON the 18th inst., at Christ Church, Obwestry, by the Rev. T. Gasquoine, B.A. Thomas Roberts, only son of Thomas Edwards, Fairfield, Gobowen, to Elizabeth (Bessie), only daughter of Isaac Fletcher Whitridge, Bryn Morda. IIUGHES-EDWARDS-Dn the 12th inst., at St. Michael's, Chester Square, London, J. M. Hughes, of Holywell, to Kate Edwards, fourth daughter of the late Oliver Edwards, Esq., Corn Hill, Rhayader. LISTER—ANDREWS—On the 13th inst., at St. Leonard's Parish Church, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, by the Rev. ¥, Mather, M.A., assisted by the Rev. Edward Geare, M.A., vicar of St. George's, Woverhampton, and the Rev. J. N. Quirk, B.A., curate of Bridgnorth, John Charles Water- loo Lister, of Broaeley, Shropshire, to Mary Annie, youngest daughter of the late James Andrews, of Bridg- north. WILLIAMS—WILLIAMS—On the 17th inst., at St. Mary's Church, Deabigh, by the Rev. T. W. Vaughar, B.A., Robert Williams,' gardener, Henllan-street. to Ann Williams, of Denbigh. DEATHS. Bl;RTOX-On the 19th inst., Tir Celyn, Minera, Jane, daughter of David Burton, aged 85 years. DAVIES-On the 9th tost., at Fairfield-street, Wrexham Hannah Davies, aged 62. DODD-On the 4th inst., at Voel Nant Telegraph, Prestatyn, aged 10 weeks, Isabella; also, on the 11th inst., aged 11 weeks, Catherine, twin daughters of Charles Dodd. EDWARDS-On the 18th inst., aged 13, Elizabeth, daughter of E. and M. Edwards, Bryiimeiyn, Garth, Ruabon. GRIFFITHS—On the 11th inst., at Coedpoeth, Thomas Griffiths, aged 50. HUGHES—On the 17th inst., at the residence of her SOli, Mr Hughes, ironmonger, Holywell, Mrs Grace Hughes, aged 78 years. J INGMAN-On the 15th inst., at Mount Zion, Brymbo, William Iiigman, aged 74 years. JO-N ES-OU the ith inst., at Poolmouth, Broughton, Aaron Jones, aged 70. JONES—On the 19th inst., at Plas Issa, Rhosymedre, suddenly, Edward Jones, royalty surveyor, in his 62nd year, for upwards of 45 years, m the employ of Sir W. W. Wyun, Bart., and his late lather. Fuohe funeral :-o take juace at two 0 dock on Saturday (this cUtJ). JONEa—on tut; L"Itli inst., ayed 42, Air Thomas Jones, farmer, Pon-y-bont, near Newbridge, Chirk. JUTSON—On the 14th inst., at his residence, 45, Walker- street, Liverpool, aged 69, Mr John Jutson, late of Oswestry. PHILLIPS-Oia the 13th inst., at Pen-y-ball, Holywell, Mr Edward Phillips, aged 39 years. READ-On the 10th inst., at Northop Hall, Flintshire, Sarah Read, aged 78 years. ROBERTS—On the 12th inst., Jane, the third daughter of Mr Thomas Roberts, Llanrhaiadr, aged 13. ROBERTS—On the 6th inst., at Lodge, Bymbo, William Henry, son of Robert Hughes, aged 14 months. ROBERTS-On the 14th inst., at Pentre Broughton, the wife of Robert Roberts, aged 32 years.

Tug of War .-Gun boats. A HealiDg Medium.—A cobbler. The thing in which every one is original.-Suees. ing. 'T' fi b'd'. A writer says. Time flies we ne'er can bid it stay nor hold if in our grasp." But what about people keep- iug late hours ? The Latest C.B.—The Colorado beetle. Something that invariably grows bigger the more you contract it.—Debt. f The three degrees in medical treatment.—Positive, ill; comparative, pill; superlative, bill. Foolish Wit Answered.—" Gentlemen, I introduce te you my friend, who isn't as stupid as he uppears to be* introduced friend, with vivaclty-" That's precisely the difference between my friend and myself." A meddlesome old woman was sneering at a yoang i mother's awkwardness with her infant, and said, declare a woman ought never to have a baby usles she knows how to hold it!" '• Nor a tongue either," quietly responded the young mother. Marv, I do not approve of your entertaining your sweetheart in the kitchen," said a lady tp her servart. Well, malaw, it's very kind of you to mention r but he's from the country, you see, ma'am, and I'm afraid he's too shy and orkard in his manners, llli4'dœ, for yoa to like him to come up into the parlour," replied Mary. A celebrated actor is remarkable for his sense of humour even under most aggravating and provoking sircumstailees. He was drinking some coffee in a hurry one morning, and, through the stupidity of the servant in masing it, his mouth was filled with the grounds which had been allowed to get into the cup. As he blew out the obnox. ious grits on his new Turkey carper he smiled feebly, and remarked to his servant that his coffee strongly resembled the quality of rcercv—it WM not striiaed. A man in Oregon, on the evening cf the recent earth- quake. had informed his wife that he had an impoit&nt business appointment which he was reluctantly obliged to keep. When the shock came, he ruhed home witli a billiard-cue in his bllud which he had forgotten to re- place, and now his wite won't hear of any busxe* appointments aft,jr eight o clock IU the evening. Some of the American hotels have bills o! tare with the fly-leaf covered wi:n cards o. various business hoaeef. Recently, wheri a waiter appealvd wrh ".Wlltt w, you have, sir t" be traveller leisurely remarked, y.u may fetch me a new et of teeth iu gut :B-oerch«, an im{jrc.ved sewing-machine with Jock-51 itch, a box. ol pixls, aud pair o; c&lf-tk H boots." Out of the Mouth of a Schoolboy.—Scene—Teacher with reading class. Boy (reading): And as she sailed I down the river m'" Teaciier: I- Why are ships called Ishe"f- Boy (precociously alive to the re8punsj:j of his sex; ,C c"use they tieea men to manage them." The wife of a retired Whitechapel butcher sent her daughter to a fa-hionable boaiuins- school. On cai;:ng to see her tr-e other djy, she was astonished to learn n;.L the girl maie very little progress. Yes. res," sail :h mother, "I fee how it is—she's always at the bororn of the c ass. If you were to put her at the top new, it would g \e the g:rl a little more spirit." A Dishonest Practice.—For the sake of extra proli" some unprincipled tradesmen, when asked tor Eeckitt's Pzxis Biae in Squares, substitute inferior tiuils m the same form. The Pans Blue, "as used m the Prince of Wales's Laundrv/' in now so universally esteemed for its splendid quality—v.bove all other bhe--th;tt it is impoi"tant to observe it ia only genuine whan .sold in squares, wrappei up iu pink paper bear- ing I. Reckitt and Son's name and tr:IUê mart. all blue wkich is not so wrapped.

Ifntt Jitorfismmf. READY MONEY PROMPTLY LENT. -.)f £ "0 to 1;500 Advanced to all respectable persona on their personal security (Note oi Hand; alone, for to Ie years; repayable by instalments or otherwise, at option of Borrowers.—Address* Mr H. Farmer, lia, Walbrdok-strvet, Hoxton, London, N., enclosing stamped, direct d envelop* and su.,¡:1;; Fam wanted, for what term, and mode of r.-pay- scent. 1147d guN FIRE OFFICE, LONDON ESTABLISHED 1710. HEnY F. SHAW LEFEVRE, Esq., Chairman and Treasurer. FEANCIS B. RELTOX, Esq., Secretary. TotaS Sum insured in 1876, £ 218,980,367. 1');i,B •-aid during the last ten years, upwards of TWO MILLIONS STEKLING. All information respecting Fire In=mrjn?es may be obtained from rosy of the undermeationed Agents of the S^c-ety. WrosLajK John Lewfe Denbigh .Air John rl. LlangCil Mr^Thomas Jon?s, Osborne House Mold. Messrs Kelly, s^d Keene O.(. rr Wee. .c. -,f-

adjoining, called Aber Croesnewydd, situate near Minera, and in the parish of Llandegla, and con- taining la 3r 20p, in the occupation of Mr W. Williams. This lot was put up at £ 100, and finally disposed of to Mr James Taylor, auctioneer, for .£147.