Wrexham Guardian

RESIGNATION OF THE CHIEF CON- STABLE OF DENBIGHSHIRE. DENBIGH, Friday. We are informed upon the best authority that Captain Arthur Price has resigned his appoint- ment as chief constable of Denbighshire. He has already left Denbigh, and his house- hold furniture and other effects at head quarters are about to be sold by auction. The resignation thus suddenly made has caused much surprise to the force, as Captain Price was only appointed some twelve or eighteen monthsjago, and s intimately connected with the county.

CORN MARKET. LIVERPOOL, Friday. With a. moderate attendance business has been very limited at our market to-day. New reds Id to 2d lower old red, steady white, a shade easier. Flour, barrels scarce. Indian corn (new mixed American) 23s 6d to 23s 9d per 480 lbs. Beans (Egyptian) 37s to 38s. Peas (Canadian) 34s 3d. Barley, oats, and oatmeal, unchanged. LONDON, Friday. The quantity of British wheat disposed of at Mark-lane during the week ending August 20th was 860 quarters, and the average price 50s Id. Extreme were realised for wheat, but not much was oone. New red, 43s to 46s, white 47s to 52s. Maize about 3d dearer. Other articles were un- altered.

girths, Iftarrxagts, anb JMaijjs. BIRTHS. CARRINGTON— On the 18th ult., at Talwrn, Bersham, the wife of John Carrington, of a daughter. DAVIES-On the 11th ult., at Llwynonn Villa, Abenbury Fechan, the wife of William Davies, of a daughter. DAVIES—On the 22nd inst., the wife of Mr Edward Davies, cabinet maker, 6, Berwyn-street, Llangollen, of a soil. GREENBOWOn the 15th inst., at Dernford House, Cardiff, the wife of the Rev. Edward Greenhow, In- spector of Schools for the Diocese of Lhndaf!, of a son. HUGHES—On the 19th inst., at Rhianva, Llandudno, the wife of S. O. Hughes, of a daughter. IiUGHES-On the 12th inst. the wife of Hugh Hujhes, Esq., the Tanyard, Northop, of a daughter. HUGHES—On the 19thinst, the wife of Mr Thos. Hughes, surveyor. JIarket-street, Llangollen, of a daughter. MORTIMER—On the 9th inst., the wife of the Rev. C. Mortimer, M.A., vicar of Ash, Whitchurch, Salop, of a son. PIERCE-On the 2rd September, 1877, at Ainsdale, the wife of Mr Llewelyn Pierce, of a daughter. PEXLINGTON-Oll the 15th ult., at 2S, Bridge-street, Wrexham, the wife of Henry Penlington, of a son. RUDDERH AM—On the 29th ult., at 13, Holfc-street, Wrex- ham. the wife of Robert Rudderham, of a son. RICHARDS—On the 3rd ult., at 23, Charles street, Wrex- ham, the wife of Mr Frederick Chas. Richards, of a son. STANT—On the 23rd ult., at 5, Town Hill, Wrexham, the wife of John Stant, of a daughter. &YMOND3—On the 16th inst., at Handforth, Cheshire, the wife of Louis Henry Symonds, of a daughter. WILLIAMS—On the 14th inst., the wife of Mr M. Williams, Salop-road, Oswestry, of a daughter. MARRIAGES. CAULFEILD—WILLIAMS—On the 16th inst., by special licence, at the Chapel Royal, Dublin Castle, by the Rev. W. A. Neville, chaplain to Hi Grace the Lord-Lieuten- aut, Iarcus P. F. Caulfeild, Esq., second son of Edward Houston Caulfeild, Esq., of Drumcaime, Stewartstown, comity Tyrone, to Gwyn, fourth daughter of the late Robert Williams, Esq., and ikiece of the late Sir Richard Wiliiams-Bulkeley, Bart. FROES-FROES-On the 17th irst.. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Wellington, Salop, by the Rev. J. F. Hackett, Lynott, eldest son of the late John Francis Fröe, Esq., of Babia, Brazil, to Ida Mary, eldest daughter of Francis Henry Froes, Esq., of Donnerrille House> i Wellington, Balop. IANCOCK-LEA-On the 15th inst.. at Christ Church Kensi!1gton, London, by the ReT Dyson Rycroft, James Harrison Hancock, Kidsgrore, Staffordshire, to Catherine Fanny, second daughter of the late Samuel Lea, of EUesmere. HOLE—JONES—On the 13th inst., at the Parish Church, Whittington, by the ReT. W. "WaJsham How. Mr Alfred Hole, of Liverpool, to Mary Ann, eldest daughter of Mr J. Jones, Sunay Bank, Gobowen. INSOLE-DAVID-On the 14th tnst., at Llandaff Cathedral. by the Lord Bishop of the Dioce, assisted by the Very Rev. the Dean and the Rev. W. David, uncle of the beide, George Frederick Insole. Esq., 15¡>C0nd SOli of J. H I;:õ101e, Exi., of Ely Court, Llaml!lfi. and Charprot Lode: Somersetshire, tQ Jessie Ann, only daughter of the lato Evan W. Dnvid, Eq.. of Fsirwater House, Cardiff. PARRY-PUGBE-ün the 12th inst., at the Congregational Chapel, Portland-street, Aberystwyth, by the Revs. R. S. Williams, Bethesda, and E. Herber Evans, Carnarvon, Mr W. J. Parry, Bethesda, Carnarvon, to Mary, daughter of the late Mr R. Pughe, Helygog, near Dolgelley. PIESCE—MORRIS—On the 18th March, 118, at LiTer- pool, Llewelyn, younger son of the late Thomas Pierce, of Gresford, Denbighshire, to Eleanor Whalley, eldest daughter of Captain Morris, of London. JWBERTS-HUGHE-On the 21at inst., at Rholllmnerchru- gog Church, by the Rev Horatio Walmisley, M.A., rector of Odd Rode, Cheshire, uncle of the bridegroom, assisted by the Rev J. Jones, vicar of Rhos, and the Rev E. EdwrdF, vicar of Ruabon, Richard Lawton Roberts, M.D. Lend., only son of R. Chambers Roberto, Esq., nurgeon, of Ruabon, to Christiana, second daughter of J. Hughes, Eaq., of Fennant, Ruabon. #PE5CCER—METRICS—On the 20th inst., by the Rev- Prebendary Harland, uncle of the bride, assisted by the Ray. E. C. Irwine, vicar of Hinton Admiral, Gerald Robt. Spencer, R.H.A., ddfst fon of Colonel the Hen. Robert and Lady Louisa Spencer, to Emma Douglas, eMc-t daughter of Sir George lleyrick, Bart., of Hinton Ad- miral, Hants, and Bodorgan, Anglesey. DEATHS. BROWN—On the 15th inst., at Harlech House, Bourse- mouth, John Holladay Brown, Esq., Cape of Good Hope, aged 38. CARMAN— On (he*l?th inst., at Apothecaries' Hall, Holy- well, John Walter Owen. infant Bon of Mr Carman. GRIFFITH-On the 15th inst., aged 6 months, Anaie Priacilla, daughter of William Griffith (Tydain). HOUGHLAND—On the 17th inst, at 9, Templar's Avenue, Wrexham, Elizabeth, wife of John Hongbland, 3.Ked.2 years. HGGHES-On the 17th inst., aged 95, the Rev Morris rootor of Pentreath-cwm-Llanbedrgoch, Anglesey. HUGHES—On the 18th inet., at 15, Chester-street, Wrex- haaa, William, son of Richard Hnghes, aged 12 days. JONES—On the 15th inst., aged 78, at Marton, Edward Jonea, for mors than SO years parish clerk and sexton. MOODY—On the 15th inst., at Rhosnessney, Acton, Thomns Moody, aged 77 years. NICHOLSON-On the 80th inst., at his sons residence, Blicon Point, Robert Nicholson, Esq., J.P. Abbotefield, Cheater, and partner with Dixon and Co., bankers, Chester. POVELL—On the 20th inst., at Summer Hill, Gwersyllt, Thomas Powell, aged 55 years. PARRY—On the tth inst., aged 66 years, Ellen, wife of Mr Henry Pierce Parry, Tan-y-bwlch. Mynydd, Llandegai, noor Bangor, and mother of Mrs CWlr1e Danes, Trsvelyan Temperanee Hotel, Llangollen. PROCTER— On the 12th inst., Henry Adolphus Noel Procter, secoud anQ only 81lITinng son of the late Lieut.- General H. A. Procter, lute of Aberhavesp Hall, Mont- gomtTyshire. ROBERTS-On the 12th in., at Plas Penisardre, L!anrwst Elizabeth, widow of Thomas Kjfflu Roberts, Plas-yn-Roe St. aged 71 years.

-< The ceremony of blessing and hoisting the British flag in Cyprus took place early on Sunday morning at a Gie ek convent, about a mile outside the walls of Nikosia, and closely adjoining the camp of Sir Garnet Wolseley. Sir Wilfrid Lawson, M.P., addressed a meeting on Monday evening, at Perth, in support of the Perm wive* Bill. He said he would have^rothinp te do with amending the = !n;rUiwF, as he would rather abolish the ryr-t itn-cly. He would leave it to the magist >• • ;•> 8iy whether a man j •was pious or suitable t h to s,.]1 whisky, but he w("11d let the inhale « tS settle whether •would, have the houses isensed in their midst.

RUTHIN. MAJORITY OF MR LLOTD, OF BERTH AND RHAGGAT. Rejoicings on an extensive scale took place on Wednesday at Berth, near Ruthin, in celebration of the comincr of age of Mr E. O. V. Lloyd, whose ancestors have for generations past owned the estates of Rhaggat and Berth, extending for many miles throughout the Vale of Clwyd, the land being included in parishes from Llansantffraid, near Corwen, to Llanrhaiadr, near Denbigh, and the present owner inherits it as the heir of his uncle, his late father's brother. The young gentleman attained the age of 21 years on Tuesday, the 20th inst., but the rejoicings at Berth fixed for that day were postponed until Wednesday in consequence of I other demonstrations taking place at Llansaint- ffraid. 0 At Llanbedr and Ruthin a subscription list was opened amongst the tenants and friends, the result I being that the most liberal contributions were made and a good sum placed at the disposal of the committee who, amongst others, were—Rev T. J. Hughes, rector of Llanbedr, chairman; Rev John Davies, Llanynys; Messrs John Jenkins, T. J. Jesse J.P., T. Bacon, Llanbedr Hall; John Evans, Griffin Inn; Wm. Green, jun., Ruthin; Griffith Roberts, Joseph Blake, John Griffith, John Jones, Waen; J. Cowan, Llanbedr L. Powell Jones, Llanbedr; D. Davies, Penybryn; and T. Stephen Jones, who very efficiently discharged the duties of honorary secre- tary. The proceedings commenced about two o'clock, at which hour a brass band made up of Denbigh Volunteers and those of the late Volunteer Band at Ruthin, headed a procession on to the lawn. First of all came the school children of Lianbedr, carry- ing flags and banners, a.nd accompanied by the Rector, they were followed by the children from Llanynys, with banners and flags, the schoolmaster being in charge and the rector. The children of Ruthin Union also werepresent, looking exceedingly clean, nice, and happy. They were in charge of the master, Mr Williams, assistant matron. Miss Williams, and the schoolmaster. Then followed the tenants and general public. Cheers having been given for the heir and some special songs sung by the children, preparations were madS for the most interesting portion of the proceedings, uiimelv, a presentation to Mr Lloyd. This took place on the lawn in front of the house, and was witnessed by a very large number of gentry, tenantry, and friends; Mr Lloyd who arrived with a select party, who had been lunching at Berth, being well received with cheers. The special gift was a magnificent album the covers being in purple velvet on the centre of which in gold were the letters E. O. V. L. surmounted by the family crest, the clasps and binding being also of gold. The interior consisted of six leaves of vellum illuminated in a most beautiful manner. The borders were particularly artistic, whilst the lettering was perfection, the whole being the work of a celebrated heraldic artist in London. It was supplied by Mr Wm. Green, junr, printer, Ruthin. The following is a copy of the contents of the album:— 70 Edward Owen Vaughan LloVd, Esq., qf Berth and Rhaggat. Dear Sir,-We. whose names are underwritten, tenants of Berth aud Khaggat and other friends, have great pleasure in offering you our warmest congratulations 011 the attainment of your majority. Your accession to your family property, yhile it will add to your resources, will also invest you with new responsi- bilities and open to you elÙarged opportunities of usefulness, and we hope and trust that you will fulfil the duties of your 1t°,.ition with honour to yourself and family, and. that it will be your constant aim and,endeavour to promote the well-being of all withiu your influence. We ask yoùr acceptance of this album as a token of the esteem aud regard we entertain towards your widowed mother and yourself, and we fervently pray that the watch- ful care and blessing of Divine Provirlence will ever accom- pany your steps, and that this auspicious day will be crowned by a long aud happy life. Then followed the names of fha tenantry and other friends; numbering nearly two hundred. An excellent morocco case was provided for the album. Mr T. Stephen Jones, Ruthin, Hon. Sec., having read a copy of he address, The R-V T. J. Hughs addressed Mr Lloyd saying that be bad great pleasure both personally and as rector of the parish, in complying with the request made by the committee that he should present to him that album as a memento of the happy event they that day celebrated (applause). Hs that day entered upon a position of great responsibility, and it must be a source of great pleasure to his famiiy and a source of great satisfaction and encouragement to him to find that he entered upon it with the hearty good wishes of so largo a circle of friends as the scene that day and the previous day bore testimony of (applause). He was glad to say that the contributions towards the gift came not ouiy from the tenantry, bat from a very large circle of friends and neighbour?, and even the humble cottagers cmne forward willingly to aid in the good wcik (applause). The people of W.Ies had their failings, as they were often reminded, but. their was one national characteristic of theirs tbat they were always delighted when they could rally round and do honour to their ancient families (wpplause). The ancient homesteads and families of their old country he believed were one of the best bul- wurks of their land. The family of Mr Lloyd was amongst their ancient families, and though his father and grandfather were connected with an aojoining county, though standing as he thend:dinthe parishofLlanbedr he cocld not but remember that their was an ancient ancestor of his (Mr Lloyd's), who by his legal and other abilities attained ior himself a high position amongst the men of Wales, and that was Judge LJoyd of Berth, and he may add, for the encouragement of the young people present, that he received at Ruthin Grammar School that education which he turned to so good an account in after life (applause). That beautiful album which he now had the pleasure of handing to him (Mr Lloyd) when he looked upon it in after life would remind him of the feeling of esteem entertained for it. It would be some- thing for hitn to transmit in after years to those who came after him as a mark of esteem and respect enter- tained towards himself, his mother, and sister, by their many well wishers (applause). He concluded by trusting thr.f blowing may accompany him through life, may His fatherly hand be ever him, and may he be spared to wiiness many and many an anniversary of that au.-picious day (much applause). Mr Lloyd, who was received with cheering, replied at some length, in the coarse of which he said that he had to appear before them that day in a new capacity, and he knew they would sympathise with him and over- look his failings, for he could not adequately express his appreciation of that mnrk of their respect. He felt that day in an entirely nev. position. He had launched forth as it were into the great world of thought 8ud action, and he had a great task before Jiim if he was to become, as they wou'd wish him to become, a worthy representa- tive of the ancient family to which allusion had been made. He had m a solemn determination, however, to do his utmost to comprehend the wants aud interests of his tenants, and to do his duty in the little world with which he should have to do (applause). As the last rays of the sun of boyhood's life had departed, and had entered on manhood, he was entitled to the poBsession of his estate, and be could not help feeling pleased that in entering upon it they had given him such a welcome and exhibited towards him such marks of respect (applause). He was reminded of the beautiful words of Longfellow when he said— In the world's broad field of battle, In tilt" bivouac of life, Be not like dumb driven cattle, Be a hero in the strife. Longfellow's exhortation in "Excetsior" reminded him ¡ that now he had higher responsibilities, higher position, higher duties, and he desired to enter into a clear Com- prehension of this higher life (applause), and to lay himself and his opportunities for doing good at their feet, and to promote the interests of thœe connected with him, and the interests of his ctuntry generally (hear, hear). He thanked the rector for the very kind way in which he had alluded to some of the past mem- bers of his family, particularly to one who was the valued friend of Lord Eldon, namely, Judge Lloyd, of Berth, one of the great men who held a high position in that country as an eminent judge and lawyer. Passing on to the other topics, he could not help feeling thank- ful to Almighty God that they now enjoyed the advan- tages of peace (applause). H feared some months ago that when they met there on that occasion it would be with the knowledge that the country to maintain its national honour and interests had been plunged into an awful war, but he was glad to find that through the great statesmanship and splendid policy of a truly great and much valued man the national honour and iutereats of the country had been secured and peace also preserved (cheers). Alluding directly to the gift, he said he was dad to see so many friords present that day to prosent hat be?utifal album. He should not merely look upon it as a beautiful present; should not value it because the clasps were pure gold and the cover beautiful velvet; he cared not so much about that as about the feelings of friendship that had prompfed the gift which shewed that his faruiiy had inoecd a placa in their affection", and they felt that, the family had done some little for the country—(applause)—and that his father and grand- fat hor and other members were known and respected amongst them (hear, hear). Having at some length the.- addressed toe company in Welsh, he thanked the rector and committee for the part they had taken in lhat day's proceedings. He assured them that, in accepting the gift he seemed to rtcc vi the very hearts and friend- shio of the Welsh people to himself in all its associa- tioris, and he sincerely.trusted that when in the evening cf life the curtain should fall that had risen tfcat day in fonie splendour, that he m"y leave a nrano behind him that would live in the recollection of them all as one] that did something to promote tho welfare cf thoe ] ground him (ioud apphiu e). > Cheers were then he,r:ily giver, for Mr Lloyd for 1 hts ntother, Mrs Lloyd, and MI*3 L!o.V(% after which Mr J S Owen, gardener, Ebag^at, sang an aj propriate Welsh c ;cngj the audience joining in chorus. c This portion of the proceedings over, the company idjourned to a tent, where, under the supervision of Mrs Williams, Ruthm Castle Garden-' Lodge, an old servant of the Berth family, choice refreshments of various kinds were served. In tho hali, also, a large cosupany were entertained under the supervision of Mr Hubbard, butler at Bmndon Lodge, the residence of the sister or Mrs Lloyd, and Mr Garratt- of Certh. In the tent vres a table containing a large collection of credent? given to Mr Lloyd in coro&ieinoration of the day. Amongst them were a beautiful cut-glass claret jurr, with silver appendages, by Colonel and Mrs Naylor Leyland; a writing case cf elegant design, by Mrs E. Llovd travellmg bag by Messrs R. and C. Birch; a walking stick, splendidly carved, by Mr Edwards, car- penter, Rhaggat; pocket book, by H. and Reginald Beech; fancy walking stick, silver mountings, by Miss Beech; fancy book markers, Ac., Miss Woodcock sets of handsome stud*, Mr and Mrs Henry Madock; two ancient pictures, Mr Roberts, Tynycolyn writing desk and inkstands, Miss Banker; fancy paper knife, silver mounted, Mr H. Rose rhinocerous horn paper kuiic, Miss Madock opera glass, Mrs Beech Keebles' Christian Year," superbly bound, by Mr Ellis Jones, Plas Llan- ynys, the oldest tenant on the estate, he being 91 years old; Scott's "Poetical Works," Mr Armour; and a variety of other presents. During the afternoon, the stewards served out bread and beef, and bread and cheese and beer to all comers and the children of the schools previously named, and those from Ruthin union were provided with an excellent tea as quickly as the space at the disposal of the caterers would allow. On the lawn in front of the house a garden party was held, and where tea was served up to a vary large com- pany of the gentry present. Subsequently a field close liy was taken possession of by those having the manage- ment of the sports. These iucluded donkey races, wheelbarrow races, foot races at various distances, sack race, jumping, &c.. two or three prizes, ranging from 5s to 2s, being given in each competition. The pports caused much amusement. The stewards were Messrs Griffith Roberts, Tynycelyn J. Blake, Wern; John Griffiths, and W. Green, junr. This was followed by a scramble for nuts, apples, &c., and fun of a similar kind, the remaining amusements including a display of fire- works and the asceut of balloons in the evening. The band played on the green for dancine, cannons were fired, and au immense quantity of bunting was displayed. Several triumphal arches, with mottoes, wishing long life and happiness to the heir of Rhaggat and Berth. han bpen erected lit the entrance gates and oher aà- rantageons points on the leading to the hall. The bells of Ruthiu and Llanbedr rang out merry pCR1, and othsr modes adopted of celebra ing an event which was evidently regarded with great interest by a large section of per-ong. Amongst the gentry present we observed—Major Cornwallis West and family, Ruthin Cattle; Mr Watkin Williams, M.P.; Dr. A. E. Turnour, J.P., Miss Dewar, and Master Tumour, Denbigh; the Misses Tayleur, Mr and Miss Dremel, Mr Hume, Mr and Miss Bland, the Rfcr. the Warden of Ruthin and Miss B.ulkeley Jones, Mrs and Miss Rose, Mr Rose, Mrs Beech, Mr and Miss Harley, Rev. James Jones (Llanfwrog) and Miss Jones, Rev. T. J. Hughes, Mrs Hughes and party, Llnnbedr; Mr and MissFt u'kes, Mr John Madocks, Miss Kierman, Mrs Price, Colomendy; Mr and Mrs Brooke Cunliffe, Mr J. F. Jesse, J.P., Rev. J. Davies and Mrs Davies, Llanynys; Rev. Mr Jones, Llanvchan; Rev. Eiias Owen (Ruthin) and family, Mrs Bnnnel, Mr Howel Lloyd, Mr E. H. Lloyd, Mr John Jenkins, Mr Richard Wynne, Rhaggat Mr William Lloyd, town clerk Mrs and Miss Lloyd, Berth; Mr Jones, Rhydycilgwyn Mrs Jones and party, &c., &c.

CRICKET.. GRAND CRICKET MATCH (OSWESTRY V OGrq REGIJIEST) AND Sworm TILTING TOU^M;;NT.— A grand cricket tc-h Was commenced on i -aa,, !1iA cor.inued on Wtd :ecday, between the meu.b rn of the Osw.-stry elub and the officers of the 96 h R -sriment, on the Oswestry ciekefc ground. The admis-ion to the ground was 6d each day. The weather deUgVful both days, and a very large company assembled, p«rt-Wih:rly on Wednes- day, when tho pleasure of the vNifor* was enhanced by the delightful music of the band of the 96rh Regiment of 36 performers, by the k tid permission of Col. Thos. M. Wibor, and officers. There was also a grand sword- lilting tournament by members of the F (Oswestry) troop of Yeomanry Cavalry, which took place at half-past five o'clock on Wednesday evening. The following is the core of the cricket match, which resulted in favour of Oswestry, w! o made 13i runs, whilst the officers made only 106 in the two innings: — Oswestry. T. S. Eyton, b Ridley. o c Illall, b Wright 0 E. Powell, b Wright. 5 c Install b Kiulock. 6 C. F. H. Leslie, c and b Ridley 0 c D'Aquilar, b Rid- ley 33 W. Trevor, b Ridley 15 c Ingall, b Kinlock 2 R. G. Venables (captain), c Ingall, b Wright. 1 c Anderton, b Rid- ley 5 A. E. Payne, absent. 0 st Ridley, b Kinlock 10 A. How, c and b Ridley 19 c Watson, b Kinlock 0 A. How, c and b Ridley 19 c Watson, b KlIllock 0 C. TI. Wright, run out 13 l.b.w., b Kinlock 1 A. France, l.b.w., b Iti(Iley 5 not out 2 I G. E. Robimon, run out 2 c Watson, b Kinlock 4 R. Trevor, not out 0 c Lloyd, b Kinlock. 4 Extras 2 Extras. 5 62 72 Officers of the 9C.116 Regiment. Lieut. Kinlock, b Payne 20 b Pityne. 3 H. C. Wright, b Yenables 4 b Payne. 1 A. Ingall, run out 8 b Payne 6 Lieut. Ridley, cHow, b Payne 22 c France, b Venables 0 F. W. Llovd, b Payne 0 run out 0 Lieut. Watson, b Venables 6 c Wright, b Payn. 0 Lieut. Anstruther, b Venables. 5 l.b.w., b Payiio 1 Lieut. Maxwr'll, b Payne 0 b Payne 0 Captain D'Aquilar, b Payne 2 b Puyue 1 Lieut. Anderton, b R.Trevor. 3 bYenables 2 Lieut. Farriugtou, not out 8 not out 3 Extras 6 Extras. 5 8-1 22 The sword-tilting was very exciting, and eleven out of '.he two've members on the card put in an appearance, under the command of Captain A. C. Arkwrijrht, S.Y.C. The conditions were three poinU for slicing the lemon; wo for aking the ring; and two pcin s for cut ting the neck. Five trials was wasallowed, and t,) at full albp. The first prize, given by Mrs Arkwright, was a -at. of silver U-J spoons, and was won by Private Thos. Edwards, of Willow-street, Oswestry, who made 27 points out of a possible 3o. The second pr:z was a hunting flask,Igiven by Lady Harlech, and was taken by Private W. Humphreys with 24 points. The third prize was Xt 10J, given by the Oswestry Cricket Club, and was won by Private Henry J-ckson, with 22 points. The attendance of county families in the neighbourhood was large, there being a great nnmber of carriages on the ground. Everything pass d off in the most pleasant manner.

THE AUSTRIAN OCCUPATION. VIENNA, August 22. Both Servia and Montenegro are accused of partici- pation in the revolt. Private telegrams from Serajevo draw pictures of the death struggle in Serajevo on the taking of that place. The women are described as handling weapons fearlessly and rushing into the thick of the fight. No long range rifles are said to h'ave been used in the struggle. It was a close fight with sword, dagger, and revolver. Even the sick and wounded in the hopital crawled to the windows and fired. The flying men lying on the pavement used their teeth against the enemy with whom they got, in many in- stances, into a close and furious embrace. It is re- ported that Hadji Lodja himself was stationed on a minaret, fired thence, and commanded his followers. He was surrounded by praying dervishes, and was seen suddenly to disappear. Of his extortions the wildest stories are told.

AGRICULTURAL RETURNS.-Thc summary of the agricultural returns of Great Britain for the present year states that the extent of land under cultivation for wheat is this year 1.6 per cent. more than last year; barley, 2.2 per cent. mora than last year; oats, 2.0 per cent. less than last year; potatoes, 0.8 per cent, less; and hops, 0.8 per cent. more. The number of live stock in the country eliows little variation, being 5,738,476 cai.tle, 23,397.27-1 sheep, and 2,483,437 pigs. THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR WAR AT BARXOW. -C,-)Ionet Stanley, Secretary of State for War, opened a Conservative Working Men's Club at Barrow-in-Furness, on Thursday, and in the evening was entertained at (-L banquet ia the Town H:Ü!. Colonel Stanley, in acknowledging the toast of Her Majesty's Ministers," warmly defended the foreign policy of the Government, and pointed to the peace which had been 31 car 'd as a justifica- tion for the attitude they had observed in connec- tion with eastern affairs. 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RHYL. CHORAL FESTIVAL.—Next Tuesday, some 400 singers from about twenty parishes will take part in the festival, il St. Thomas's Church, íihrl, when the preachers will be the Ven. Archdeacon Ffoulkes and Canon Evans, D.D., of Bangor. "OUR SOLDIERS,"—OO Monday, in the Town Hall, Captain Kirwin delivered a lecture, entitled Our Soldiers," when there was a good attendance. The pro- ceeds of the collection were in aid of employing an army scripture reader for Cyprus. BAZAAR.—On Saturday evening, a bazaar of fancy and useful articles was opened at the Sussex-street Lecture Hall in aid of the fund for the payment for the new orsran recently erected in the English Baptist Chapel. There were six stalls laden with very handsome articles of the usual description found on occasions of this kind. The stallkeepers were the Misses Hughes, Mrs Pierce, Mrs Taylor, the Misses Johnson (West Parade), Mrs Remington, refreshment; and a stall of Bibles and other books by Mr Howlse. The proceedings were opened by Mr John Roberts, M.P., it being his first visit to any of his constituents since his election. He professed him- self not very much in love with bazaars as a means of raising money for religious purposes, believing that the funds ought to be given willingly without resorting to such means. Having alluded to the beautiful display, he declared the bazaar open. The Rev. D. McGregor, in proposing thanks to Mr Robert", sead although Rhyl could not take part in the borough election recently, yet they lent what aid they coald towards Mr Robsrts's return. Mr James Taylor seconded the vote of thank", and the ladies then proceeded to the more interesting and profitable work of selling the articles. The bazaar remained open for six evenings. MEMORIAL STONES OF NEW WESLEYAN SCHOOLROOM. On Thursday afternoon there was a large gathering of persons to witness the laying of a number of memorial stcnes of a new schoolroom and vestry which is about being built adjoining the Wesleyan chapel and facing Morley-rcad. The proceedings were opened by the sing- ing of a hymn, reading of scripture by the Rev Mr Dod, and prayer by the Rev Dr.Gerviise Smith, of London. The first stone of the chief corner stones was laid by Mr John Roberts, M.P., who placed £25 on the stone. The second was laid by Mrs Jones, Olinda, lihyl, who gave £50. The next was laid by Mrs (Dr) Morley Puncheon, after whose husband the school is to be called Morley Schools in consequence of She very deep interest ho has taken in methodist work in Rhyl. Mrs Puncheon hav- ing laid the stone plsced The other stones were laid ns follows, each of the ladies we understand giving £25 each :—Mrs Dr Smith, London Mrs Field- ing, Rhvl Mrs Adam Dugdale, Burnley Mrs Fdfn- woith, Woolton Lodge, Liverpool Mrs Payne, Epworth Lodpe, Hhyl Mrs High field, Liscard and Mr* Brentnal for Mrs May, Cotham Paik, Bristol. In the intervals between the stone-laying Mr John Roberts, M.P. for the Flint Boroughs, addressed the meeting. Mr John Roberts having expressed tbe gratification he felt in being able to join them in laying the memorial stones of their new schools, referred to his exertions in support of Wesleyanism. He then expressed his gratifi- cation at the progress made by the Wesleyans in Hhvl. They had fine chapels, one for the Welsh and one for the English. They had a beautiful maase for their minister, and they were about completing the whele by erecting these schools, which he trusted would be worthy of the honoured name they bore, that of Mr Morley, one of the best and most liberal of Christian gentlemen (hear, hear). He was always struck by the completeness of the arrangements made by his friends the Wesleyans. It was said that the English people were foremost amongst nations for their colonising powers, and the Wesleyans, he thought, were also prominent amongst Christian churches for their colonising force. But lest a successful minister, like their friend Mr Payne, should become too proud of his achievements, or disposed to rest content with them, he would, on their system, soon after start off again, may be to enter on the good work affected by some equally energetic and successful brother per- haps to minister in some neglected district in which he must start afresh the woikingof building up and collect- ing and organisiningt After some observations on John Wesley Mr Roberts concluded with expressing the hope that the Wesleyan Methodists would, as heretofore, con- tinue in their blessed work, ministering to the religious wants of the great masses of the people, and take such a leading part as their position warranted in all great movements tending to the renewal of religious life and the fullest developement of religious liberty (applause). At tbe close of these proceedings the company ad- journed to the chapel where Dr Morley Puncheon ad. dressed them referring at some length to the great re- sults that may be achieved by the education given in that room just being commenced. He illustrated the great results obtained from small and apparently weak beginnings by referring to the fact that a book wrote by one of the Puritans irfluenced the Life of Richard Baxter, whose writings lead to the conversion of others, and thus the religious life of many celebrated persons was secured, many of whose writings such as Leigh Richmoad's Dairyman's Daughter had spread throughout the world. Thus, in that school, some young mind might be influenced who would become a great mission- ary and thus influence for good a whole colony. He be- sought aid for the completion of the work and paid a well-deserved tribute to the Rev F. Payne, through whose labours that fine block of buildings were erected. A collection being made, Mr Payne said that when he came some twelve years ago to the circuit they had no chapel, but now in Rhyl and Llandudno there buildings were worth £12.000, all paid but a few huudreds, and he should keep on begging until it was obtained (laughter). He then explained that a window had been placed in memory of the Lite Mr Wynn, Olinda, who had a gener- ous desire to assist in the erection of the chapel but died before being able. His intention was, ho NeVer, carried out by Mrs Jone", Olinda, his sister, who had also generously subscribed several sums towards their work, had again that day helped in the work and given liberally. Mra Jones then unveilud the window, one of beauiiful stained glas, which was greatly admired by ill. It contains an inscription at the bottom setting forth that it ;vas erected by the trustees of the chapel in memory of his great liberality. Subsequently a tea meeting was held in the Town ElalJ, and very largely attended, a very excellent tea was provided. At seven o'clock a public meeting wis held ,vhen addresses were delivered by tbe Rev F. Payne, 1ev F. Dodd, Rev Dr Mcilev Puncheon. R ;v Dr Gervase smith, London Mr Adim Dugdaie, J.P., Mr May, and ) >thers. The proceedings were cf a most successful ) ;haracter. e

RHUDDLAN. a THE ANNUAL HORTICULTURAL SHOW. J The 2Gth annual show of the Rhuldlau District j Horticultural and Cottage Garden Society was held in the grouads of th" fine old Casrle on Thursday, under !-lie pa.ronage of Major and Mrs R-nvlay Couwy. Is was considered by competent judges to be the largest aud best show held for many years in the district, the quality of ail the exhibits being exceptionally good. Ttie beauty and extent of the show was gre itly increased by very iarge collectious of rare planta and flowers sent, not for competition, by Major C inwy, Sir W. Grenville Williams, Bart, Bodelvrvddtin Mr R. G. Sisson, Sr. As,-ph Mr W. Bell, &c. Amongst the general collec- tions was one of unusual excellence, particularly as regnrds the fruit sent, not- for competition, by Mr W. Oltffe, market gardener, Rhyl. The day was gloriously fine, and brought out a great number of visitors, particularly of the district gentry and the Rhyl visitors. The Denbigh Tolunteer Band was present and phiellll. good s-lection of music and in the evening for dancing. Refreshments were suppli-d on the ground. Mr G. Harris is the secretary, and his energies were put forth to secure the success of the show. The judges were :—Mr J. Ellis, Rhydyddaudwr Mr Botylis, Rhyl; Mr Prichard, Gallifaenan Mr D. Hughes, Kinmel; Mr Bell, Spittal; Mr Richardson, Chester; and Mr Morrison, Carnarvon, and the followiBg is a list of I the awards GENERAL COLLECTION. FRUITS. Red Currants—E. Jones, St. Asaph. —Dessert apples—1, J. Pierce 2, H. Wynne, Rhudd- lan. Kitchen apples-I, W. Saullwood, St. Asaph 2, W. Williams, St Asaph. Kitchen apples, late-I, R. P. Roberts, St. Asaph 2, W. Smallwood. PlUIU3, red or purple—1, W. Howell, Rhyl; 2, W. Smallwood. Plumt, green or yellow-I, J. Pierce; 2, W. Small- wood. Gooseberries—1, W. Smallwood; 2, J. Piorce. FLOWIRS. Nosegay of cut fbwers-I, R. M. Jones, St Asaph 2, Esthr Jones, St Asaph; 3, Mrs H. Williams, Rbuddlan. Pot flowers, three varieties— Sarah Bennett, Vorvd 2, Mrs Bradley, Rhuddlan; 3, Mrs il. Williams, Rhudd. lan. ,Ri-,s,,s-J. JoneF, St Asaph. Wild flowers, rioseizay-1. J. Jonea, Bodrhrddan 2, Mary Jone: St. Asaph 3, E. Roberts, Dyserth, (iio entries). Dahlias, six—2, J. Jones, St Asaph 3, R. Jones, St Asaph. Dethlia, one-J. Jones, St Asaph. China asters-I, J. Jones, St Asaph; 2, J. P. Jones, St Asaph. Ten week's tock.-I, J. Powell Jones, St Asaph; 2, J. Jones, St Asaph. Holyoaks-I J. P. Jones; 2, E. Jones, St Asaph. Fioral designs—1. T. Roberts, Rhuddlan, and H. brkham, Bodrhyddan 2, J. B.ooks, Rhyl, and J. Ev'.ns, Dyserth. Ptin.sies-I, J. P. Joneo, t. Aiaph 2, D. Davies, St Asaph. Marigolds—1, J. P. Jones 2, D. Davies, St Asaph. Sweet peas—D. Davies. Collection of vegetables—1, J. Jones, St Asaph 2, R. M. Jone*, St Asaph. •! Collection of fruit-I, J. J0B33; 2, R. M. Jones. COTTAGERS AND GARDENERS. VEGETABLEF. Spring onions-I, Elias Jones, St. Asaph 2, R. Rober's, St. Asaph. Autumn onions—2, R. Roberts. Turnips—1, R. Roberts; 2, David Davies, St. Asaph. Carrots—1, Joseph Hughes. Towyn; 2, R. Roberta Kidney potatoes, eirly-1, Joseph Hughes 2, Edward Edwards, Dvserth 3, Sarah Morris, Dysenh; extra, W. Roberts, Dyserth. Kidney potatoes, second early-], W. Roberts 2, Thomas Lewis, Dyserth. Round potatoes, early—1, James Roberts, Prestatyn 2, Josoph Hughes, Prestatyn. Round potatoes, second earIv-I, Thomas Lewis; 2, j Edward Edwards, Dyserth 3. Sarah Morris, Dvserth. Late round potatoes—1, Joseph Hughes; 2, John Jones. Ffordd Feein. Peas-Joseph Hughes. Broad beans—1, R. Roberts, S. Asaph; 2 J. Davies, Rhuddlan. Kidney beans-E. T. Parry, Melidan. Scarlet rnnners-1, J. Davies, Rhuddlan; 2, William Smallwood, St. Asaph. Cabbages-J, J. Hughes, Prestatyn; 2, R. Roberts. Salad—R. Roberts, St. Asaph. Ox cabbage—J. Davies, Ilhaddian. Snvoys-l, R. Roberts, St. Asapti 2, W. Smallwood. White celery—Sarah Morris, Dyserth. Red celery—S. MorrK Leeks-1, P. Morris; 2, D. Roberts. Dyserth. Pot of sweet herbs—R. Roberts, St. Asaph. Cauliflowers—1, W. Smallwood; 2, R. Roberts. Vegetables six varietie-I, R. Roberts; 2. W. Small- wood; extra, E. Jones, St. Asaph. Parsnips—1, W. Smallwood; 2) R. Roberts. Rhubarb—1, E. Jones, Sr. A;iph 2, D. Roberts. Vegetable marrow-3, June Davies, Rhuddlan. PIGS AND POULTRY. White game-William Bonnet, Vorvd Station. Bi,ick,i)ar, ish -William Hughrs, bJack.m:¡h, Rhuddlan. Brahmas—7. Williams, Rhuddlan. D-trk game—S. Holmes, Rhuddlan. Aylesbury ducks-J. Jones, Pen-y pare. Bacon piga-1, E. Macdonald, Dyserth 2, W. Jones, Gallys 3, John Bennett, Rhuddlan. SECOND CLASS VKGBTABLES Spring onions-I, H. Pierce 2, P. Roberts. Autumn onions-I, P. Roberts; 2. R. Pierce. Turnips-I, T. Roberts 2, R. Pierce. Carrots—1, J. Hughes; 2. Ow n Williuns. Kidney potatoes-2, William Hughes. Kiduey potatoos, second carly-I, J. Ellis 2, E. Morris. Late potatoes—1, P. Roberts; 2, t. Ellis. Round potatoes—1, Mary D-tvies 2, T. Roberts. Round potatoes, second early—1, W. Hughes 2, T. Roberts. Round po'atoes, laJe-J. Ellis. Broad beans—1. J. Ellis; 2. R. Pierce. Kidney beans -1, E. Morri.-); 2, R. Pierce. Scarlet runners—R. Pierce. Cabbages—1, R. Pierce 2. D. Humphreys. Red cabbage—P. Roberts. Savoys—1, O. Williams 2, R. Pierce. White celerv-1, W. Hughes 2, R. Pierce. Leeks—1, W. Hughes 2, R. Pierce. Parsnips—1, H. Pierce 2, T. Hughes. Rhubarb—1, W. Hughes 2, T. Hughes.

RHOSLLANERCHRUGOG. MARRIAGB FESTIVITIES.—On Wednesday last the i n habitants of the above village were astir eatlv, the occasion being the marriage of Miss Christiana Hughes, of the Fennant, and Dr Lawton Roberts of Ruabon. Both families being highly respected by the inhabitants the latter took upon themselves to mako the occasion one of importance. Four splendid arches of evergreens were erected at the Fennant, Mr Princes's the Red Lion, at Mr Hughes's, King's Head, ar.d near the church enter- ance. Cannons were fired from an early hour. The marriage cezemony was celebrated in Rhos Church. At half-past ten the bridegroom accompanied by some of his friends made his appearance in church, and the bride shortly afterwards leaning upon the arm of her brother, Mr W. Hughes, who gave her away. The service was full choral; an appropriate hymn wai sung before tho service commenced. Mr Baker presided at the organ. The clergymen offici- ating were the Rev J- Joneo, vicar of Rhos, the Rev Mr Walmsley, uncle of the bridegroom, and the Rev R. Trevor Owen, vicar of Llangedwyn. The bride was beautifully attired in white silk, richly trimmed with lace, with a wreath of orange blossoms and white laca veil. There were four bridesmaids. Carpet was laid down from the street to the church. The altar table was beautifully decorated with flowers by the Misses Forshaw. A vast concourse of people had assembled to witness the impos- ing ceremony, many, who were unable to get inside the church waited patiently outside, and gave the bride and bridegroom a most enthusiastic reception on their ap- pearance after the ceremony. The intimate friends of the newly married pair were accommodated with chairs in the chancel. After the service was over the wedding party repaired to the Feanant, where a repast of the most recherche description had been laid out in a marquee specially erected, close to the house. About twenty eouple sit down to breakfast. The wedding presents were most costly and numerous. Amongst them were a very beautiful bible and church nervice, which had been presented to the bride by the Sunday school teachers of Rhos Church, the bride having herself been for a long time a most faithful Sunday school teacher of the church. It contained the following inscription Presented to Miss C. Hughes by her fellow Sunday school teachers on the occasion of her marriage, with every .good wish for her spiritual and temporal welfare. Signed on behalf of the teachers, William Baker, August 21s', 1878." The bride's own class aho made her a beautiful present in the shape of an exquisite little prayer book. This also had an appropriate inscription. About twelve o'clock the happy pair started, amid showers of old shoes and rice, for their honeymoon, which is to be spent in Scotland.

LLANUWCHLLYN. CO.VFISMATIOX.—The Lord Bishop of the diocese at- tended Llanuwchllyn Church for the purpose of holding a confirmation service on Wednesday last. Candidates were presented from this parish and Bala. Those from the latter place were accompanied by numerous friends, who came to witness this interesting ceremony. Pre- vitus to the administration of the rite a part of the morning service was read by the Rev W. Williams vieir, when the Bishop delivered an address to the candidates )n the nature and origin of the rite which was abow*. to se administered, and then referred to the covenant made ictween God and the Children of Israel in the timi of Joshua, through observing which the Israelites prepared .nd were at peace with their neighbours, so in like manner veuld they increase in grace more and mord by fulfilling he covenant made on their behalf in the r baptism br .heir sponsors. At this interval, the candidates were confirmed, after which they were again touching!v ad. 1res.ed by the Bishop.—Th<- clergy present were—Rev W. Williams (vicar of the parish), R-ic'or aud Curate of Bila, and the Rjctor of Llaagower. It should be stated that Sir Watk-n W. Wynn, Lady Wynn, and the Misses Williams Wynn were also present, and wi-h whom the Bishop stayed at G'aailyn.—In the evening a Wel-h service was held, when the Bishop preached a very impressive and powerful sermon from 1 Kings, chapter i4, vere 13.—The number of confirmees from Lllan-* uwchllyn wùs 18, Balà 18-total 36. The church was densely crowded, several being unable to procure seats.

LLANGOLLEN. AGRICULTURAL SHOW.—'•Tins show, an adverisomenl of which appears elsewhere, is hkely to be very attrac- tive this year, and we hear that our county members have promised to attend. ENGLISH CIIURCII UNION.—On Wednesday last, the Liverpool and St. Asaph branches of the English Church Union held their annual gathering at Llangollen. The services in the parish church were as follows :—Holy communion at 8 t.m, sermon and holy communioa at 11 a.m., and evensong at 7 p m. Toe preacher at rlie midday service was the li :V A. H. DJiue, of St. M Lr- garet's Church, Liverpool. A well-attended conveisazione was held at Valle Cruris Abbey in the afternoon. Th" day was beautifully line, and the visitors, though not so numerous as on the last occasion of their visit, seemed to enjoy the outing.

OSWESTRY. CATTLE FAIR.—About an average supply cf all kinds, at the Smithfield, on Wednesday. Messrs Pagh, SrOke>, and Owen soid 1:15 castle and calves, and 17G sheep and pigs Mr S. Bickertou eold 37 cattle and calves, and 333 she. and pigs Messrs T. and W. Whitti dd soid 49 cattIt; and calves, and 502 sheep and p;g« Mr J û. McKt. s Ict 28 cattle and ca.'v.;#, and pigs Messrs Moses Davies old 3:9 stieep. Prices Gnlerej JUVENILE ODDFELLOWS' PICNIC.—The members of the King Ofia Lodge ot Oddfellow, of this town, enjoyed a picnic on Monday, at Llanrhaiadr Waterfall. About 70 of them were conveyed in bre and waggounettes, ac- companied by ti e Committee of Management. They dined in the usual pie-nic style, and a'terw-vrds eujoytd a variety of sporta p^ss'ines. Thoy returued to Oswestry about nine o'clock. highly pleased with thtir excursion.

LLANDYSSIL. OPENING OF A NEW ORGAN.—On Wednesday a new organ which had been erected in the chancel of this pretty little village church was publicly opened. Th ire was a very large and fashionable congregation present at the services, and also at the organ recital which was held in the afternoon. The Holy Communion took place at 8 a.m. It was full choral, the celebrant being the Venerable Archdeacon H. P. Ffoulkes (Rector of Llandyssil). The following hymns were sung :—Nos. 324, 313, and 320, from "Hymns Ancient and Modern." Matins and Litany were held at 11.30 a.m. The service was commenced by a processional hymn (No. 215). A procession was formed, which filed from the principal entrance up the south aisle to the chancel and within the rails, preceded by the choir, surpliced. The clergy were in full canonicals. The f olio win LT clergy were present"and took part in the procession :—The Venerable Archdeacon H. P. Ffoulkes (Rector of Llandyssil), Sir F. Gore Ousley, Bart., M.A., Mus. Doctor (St Michael's College, Tenbury, Professor of Music in the University of Oxford), the Hon and Rev Charles W. A. Fielding, M.A. (Rector of Stapleton, Shropshire), Rev J. Roberts (Fron, Berriew), Rev E. Thompson (Vicar of Mochdre), Rev Wieldon Jones (Vicar of Trefeglwys), Rev William Howell Evans (Vicar of St. Chad's, Oswestry), Rev E. J. Edwards (Kerry), Rev J. B. Woollaston (Montgomery), Rev J. Jenkins (Bettws), Rev R. J. Roberts (Llandyssil), Rev George Cuthbert (Vicar of Aberhafesp), Rev J. Mcintosh (Recor of Llanerfyl), Rev S. J. Butcher (Welshpool), Rev J. P. Morgan (Vicar of Dolfor), Rev D. P. Lewis (Vicar of Guilsheld), Rev A. Field (Vicar of Pool Quay), Rev E. J. Bowen (Llanllwchaiarn), Rev H. J. Marshall (Vicar of Bettws), Rev R. M. White (Vicar of Churchstoke), Rev John Baines (Vicar of Berriew), Rev J. E. Vise (Vicar of Forden), Rev J. Bird (Vicar of Chirbury), Rev E. A. Jenkins (Rector of Tregynon), Rev W. Brewster (Middleton), Rev J. R. Edwards (Vicar of Penstrowed), Rev T. Harries (Newtown), and Rev D. Jones (Welshpool). Prayers were intoned by the Ven. Archdeacon, and the Litany intoned by the Hon. and Rev Charles W. A. Fielding. The first lesson was read by the Rev W. Howell Evans, and the second by Rev G. Cuthbert. The Rev Sir F. Gore Ouslv preached an exceedingly good sermon from 1st Chronicles xv 16, in which he spoke of the high esteem and value in which music should be held, and of its value in the Church. A collection was made at the close of the service, and the clergy filed out of the church in procession with the choir, whilst the congregation were singing the Reces- sional hymn (396). After the morning service a luncheon was provided in the Schoolroom by the Venerable Archdeacon and Mr R. E. Jones, Cefn Bryntalch, to which about 100 sat down. In the afternoon an organ recital took place, when Sir F. Gore Ously executed the pieces in a most artistic manner. Solos were sung by the following lady amateurs during the afternoon between the recitals Mrs White, of Chirbury, Miss Vibart, Lllandysil Rectory. Tea was afterwards pro- vided in the schoolroom. The evening service com- menced with a processional hymn, and the clergy and choiristers walked in procession as in the morning, headed by the Rev J. Roberts (curate of Llandysil). Prayers were intoned by the Rev J. Roberts, and the sermon was preached by the Hon. and Rev Charles W. A. Fielding, M.A. The organ was built by Messrs Conach and Co., Iluddersiield.

ELLESMERE. THE HORTICULTURAL How.-The fifteenth annual exhibition of this flourishing society was held °1\ Thurs- day, by the kind permission of Mtj Cus*, MY, in the beautiful pleasure grounds adjoining the M're, under the distinguished patronage of Browal >w. Stanley Leightor, f>q., M.P., i< president f. r the rear. The weather was exceedingly favourable. S >me splendid co lections cf fl >wers and fruits oxhi.v'ed ftom ihe gardens of the Hev W. C. E. Kv.-mston, E q.. Mr S. K. Mainwaring. Mr W. Sparling, Air I. S. Hodgson, xhe Rev T. M. B. O-ven, Mxjor Gust, M.P., Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr T. J. Provi, Mr A. P. H. Lonsdale, &z. The competition both in tho amateur and co!tag r classes was exceedingly good. Tno band o- th.) Shrps iiro M litia, conducted by Mr Parry, played during the eftcrtiooD.

Mr Sclater-Booth opened a home for pauper children at Ipswich, on Saturday, August 17th. He said such efforts as the promoters of that scheme were making benefited alike the children and the ratepayers, by stopping the stream of pauperism at its fountain head, and effected a gefod work quite out of proportion to the cost. RAILWAY COMPANY MEETINGS.—General meetings of the proprietors of the Chester and Holyhead Railway Company were held on Thursday at Euston Station, under the presidency of Mr Moon, when the scheme proposed by the directors of the London and North- Western Railway Company for the consolidation of various stocks and shares was approved. BANGOR CATHEDRAL. —A pulpit made of Caen stone, erected from a design of the late Sir Gilbert Scott, and executed by Messrs Cox and Son, Southampton-street, has this week been placed in Bangor Cathedral, and will be used for the first time on Sunday. It is intended as a memorial of the late Rev Morris Williams, rector of Llanrhyddlad, Anglesey, a clergyman well known in the Principality. The panels illustrate the preaching of John the Baptist and other scriptural subjects, and have been executed by Miss Bonham, a lady amateur. GREAT FIND OF STOLEN GOLD.—On Monday night the discovery of the great bulk of the gold stolen from the Bank of Mona, by Gray, the late cashier, who was recently sentenced to ten years' penal servitude, was made in the grounds of the Cliff, the residence of Mrs Barrie, to whose daughter the convict was paying his addresses. The Kold was discovered by accident, and the police are continuing their search of the whole grounds. The gold was buried loosely under the trees. The police are riddling the sovereigns out of the soil. The search for the gold was continued on Tuesday morning with the result that the whole of the missing money has now been recovered except about £15. Part of it was concealed in the garden at Millmorunt, where the convict Gray resided, and the remainder in the grounds of the Cliff, the residence of Mrs Ba.rrie, to whose daughter he was engaged. The clue to the where- abouts of the money was supplied by the convict, who seems to have made a clean breast of the offence. BIRMINGHAM, THURSDAY.—On the whole, aseridenced by the tone on 'Change to-day at Birmingham, there is reason to thintc that there is a slight improvement in the iron trade. Quotation*, both for finished and inferior brands, have reached the lowe.it point, and nn upward tendency may now confidcutly he txpected. For finished iron the demand is firmer, and pig* were in tolerable good request, Lillesball co'd blast being obtainable at jE4 15s, and hot bla<;t £3 15 Tho strike in the nail and chain trades interfered if only in a modified form Wtth many manufacturers, whilst the coal trade is scarcly so busy as was anticipated when it was known that there were really no differences b'twcen the masters and men. HOLLOWAY'S PILLS.—The bliahtes'. in lis; osWior, to prevent its rapidly running from bad to demands immediate attention from the s-fflicted of all clause?. A few doses of these thoroughly purifying and strengthen- ing Pills will always be beneficial wtun the If; st disorder reigns, or when iiervon* fears opprosc. Two 0" three Pills at bffd-iime have the hr.pp'e^f < ff et promoting perfect digestion, whereby the mu;c'es 1r" r>r.dered more vigorous, the spirits more buoyant, and the et ti e frame more h-trdv. Hollowuy's medicine it cre ces the quantity of nutriment dorivable from a g ver. qaantitvof food, whereby quality of the b'cod is unproved, 'he tone of every fibre tborcughoufc the icdy is heigl tened, the disposition to fall into disease is reduced io a rein mum.

COEDPOETH AND MINERA. THE POST OFFICE.—We are glad to state, and it will give Mr Harding's numerous friends pleasure to hear, that the appointment of sub-postmaster for this very- important neighbourhood has been conferred upon bim. We have no doubt that he will give both the neighbour- hood and the department above entire satisfacion in the discharge of the duties belonging to this important office. congratulate him on his appointment, and trust he may meet with every success in settling down here as a chemist -and druggist.