Cheshire Observer

SHOTTON SPORTS. ——— W The seventh annual athletic sports in con- nection with the Shotton Cricket and Football Clubs were held on Saturday afternoon on the Hawarden View football enclosure, before a large concourse of spectators. In past years the sports have been marred by bad weather, but Saturday proved an ideal day, and keen and exciting races were witnessed. Yaluablc prizes were offered, and many noted athletes from North Wales, Cheshire and Lancashire com- peted. Mr. T. H. Haswell proved an excellent handicapper and starter, and he was ably assisted by the indefatigable secretary, Mr. Harry H. Millar, to whom much of the isuccesa is un- doubtedly due. Mr. J. V. Harris again dis- charged the duties of president. The other ■officials were:—Committee and stewards, Messrs. p. Bushell, G. Edwards, George Gordon, R. W. Wynne, G. Jones, G. Poole, T. Lloyd, W. Gandy, H. Hughes, R. Gerrard, R. J. Williams, S. Perry, J. Owen, W. Garratt, H. Brookshaw, J. Nock, E. Taylor, N. Austin, W. Beddard, J. Seagar and J. Bryce; competitors' stewards, Messrs. A. Coppack, J. Popplewell, J. Walton and E. Evans; official timekeeper, Mr. Haddock, of Bolton; telegraph steward, J. Haswell; judges, Dr. Freme Clement, and Messrs. H. Atkinson, F. Barratt, W. M. Fitzpatrick, A. R. Davis, F. Christian, E. G. Copley, J. W. Price juid W. H. Fox. There were over entries. The 120 yards open handicap brought out no fewer than forty competitors, and after some exciting racing F. H. Rodgers and F. McLeod came in a dead heat. They ran again, and the raco ended in another dead heat. In the final struggle, however, F. H. Rodgers won by inches. The one mile cycle race was very keen. The committee offered a handsome medal to winners of the fastest heat, to do away with the "crawling" system adopted by some cyclists, and a few records for grass track cycling were made. The hurdle race was not up to previous years' performances, the hurdles being invariably knocked down at the outset. SAn event which created much merriment was | the 120 yards flat race for youths attending the looal schools. The lads, attired in various running costumes, had been in strict training during the past month, and so keen were the -various heate that the judges had a difficulty in picking out the various winners. Details:— Scholars race.—First heat: 1, R. Holden and Bmall man. Second heat: Martin and F. Pike. ilird heat: Prestidge and Catherall. Final: 1, F. SmaJIman; 2, F .Pike; 3, Ralph Holden. 120 yards open handicap.—First heat: Dead heat between F. McLeod and F. H. Rodgers. Second heat: 1, G. Bailey. Third heat: 1, W. Walker. Fourth Iieat: 1, F. H. Pinfold. Fifth beat: 1, J. L. Brooks. Sixth heat: 1, S. Button. Seventh heat: 1, W. T. Hind. Final: 1. G. Bailey. Salford Harriers; 2, J. L. Brooko, Slaltney; 3, W. Walker, Hoole, Chester. One mile open cycle race.—First boat: 1, G. Starham; 2, A. Davis. Second heat: 1, A. ''Wood; 2, S. Evans. Third heat: 1, J. Williams; S, G. Shone. Fourth heat: 1, A. Thornton; 2, &f. Jones. Final: 1, J. Williams; 2, W. Jones; 3, G. Durham, Queen's Ferry. e20 yards open hurdle race.—First heat: 1, A. Parry; 2, S. Evans. Second heat: 1, S. 2, A. Barnes. Third heat: 1, G. TJomas; 2, R. Phillips. Final: 1, R. Phillips, tinwarden; 2, A. Barnes; 3. A. D. Parry, IRoflsett. 220 yards open hand'mp.-Fl"r, t heat: 1. G. JB&ilcy. Second heat: 1, W. Walker. Third bmt: 1. F. H. Pinfold. Fourth heat: 1, J. matt. Fifth heat: 1, T. E. Sawyer. Sixth Xnab: 1, J. E. Williams. Final: 1, F. H. ftnfelld, Sea.combe; 2, J. E. William, fSswarden; 3, W. Walker, Hoole. Half-mile open cycle race.-Ilirist heat: 1, T. Pccra. Second heat: 1, S. Evans. Third heat: 1, W. Hazlehurst. Fourth heat: 1, E. Arnold. Fifth heat: 1, A. Wood. Sixth heat: 1, W. Jones. Final: 1, T. Peers, Thurstasfon; 2, S. Evans, Chester; 3, W. Jones, Saughall. 440 yards open handicap.—First lieat: 1, H. Waring; 2, T. McLeod. Second heat: 1, G. Thomas; 2, W. A. Prischard. Third heat: 1, E. Edwards; 2, F. H. Rodgers. Fourth heat: 1, W. Walker; 2, F. H. Pinfold. Final: 1, H, War-Ing 2, F. H. Pinfold; 3, F. H. Rodgers. &ftcr the r5 tho prizea were ?racefully pre-I sented to the winners by Mra. J. V. Harris (wife- <? tho preeKJcat) who wa6 ?ft?rwards accorded a hearty vote of thanks for her kindly interst in the sportz.-NTr. IFTa,-t-is, in response, said the sports were the most successful yet held. When the sports were 'rst held, some seven years ago, only £ 25 was offered for prizes, but this year £50 had been spent. Ho was glad that there had not been a mishap to mar their I pleas ur», A word of praise is due to Scrgt. W. Hill and hia staff for the able manner in which they kept the course clear. During the afternoon and evening the Quay Prize Band, under the con- ductorship of Mr. J. Griffiths, discoursed selections of music, and dancing and other amusements were indulged in until late in the evening.

SHOTTON SCHOOL BATTLE. I APPEAL TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION. I THE TEXT. SCHEME FOR 500 NEW HOUSES. The question of school accommodation in the growing district of Shotton is being keenly dis- cussed in tho neighbourhood, and feeling runs high. The Flintshire Education Authority have for some considerable time past had under con- sideration the advisability of building a new mixed school in Shotton, but th? proposal is m-c*, t' ng with strenuous opposition from the foundation managers of St. Ethel wold's School. St. Ethelwold's has for a great number of years served the educational requirements of th? dis- trict, and the managers still contend that a new school is not required, and that the build- ing of one would place an increasing burden upon th? ratepayers. They propose to enlarge the present school by an additional classroom, and suggest the enlargement of the Custom House-lane School, Connah's Quay, and the Queen's Ferry Council School. While the managers consider this would meet the de- mands of the district, otheis argue that if these proposals were adopted it would be in the nature of a temporary settlement of the question. A petition has boon drawn up and extensively signed against what is considered tlie unnecea- saty expenso of building a large school in Shotton. Wo give a copy of a covering letter that is being sent to the Board of Education with this appeal: — St. Ethelwold's Church of England School, Shotton, Flintshire. My Lord,— I am desired by the managers of trie above school to forward for your consideration their appeal ag-ainst. the proposal of the Flintshire Looal Education Committee to provide a school oiher than an infant school, at this present time, in Shotton, and in immediate proximity to the school of which they are managers. We beg respectfully to submit the following points: First, that there is at present ample accommoda- tion already provided, or about to be provided, in the existing schools in the parish and neigh- bourhood. Secondly, that for reasons stated be- low. speculative building has already been ar- rested, and there is reason to think this state of things will continue in the Shotton district, which is situated on the south bank of the river Doe. Thirdly, that in their opinion the proper and most economical method of adding to the existing accommodation, if at any time required in the future, would bo by enlarging the sc hoo ls which already exist, which are well placed for the community, and which are alternately non- provided and provided in character. (1) With regard to accommoda.tion now provided or about to be provided in schools affectcd: (a) Hawarden Boys' School has accommodation for 210, 114 on registers, average attendance 105. Hawarden Giris' School has accommodation for 117, 90 on registers, average attendance 81. These two schools are on the higher ground, and have been considerably affected by the opening of the Council School at Queen's Ferry. With regard to the schools lying along the Doe, which are alternately provided and non-provided in char- acter, and arc situated about three-quarters of a mile from each other,— Sandycroft Church of England Mixed, with four standards, at the cast end of the line, has accommodation for 97, 76 on registers, average attendance 69. The infant department has ae- commodatioa for 97, 102 on registers, average at- tendance 83. We are about to add a classroom for 50 to the infant department, and this will bring the accommodation of the mixed school up to 120 or thereabouts, and the infant school up to 114, one of their present classrooms being transferred to the mixed school. It should be said that children from this part of the parish, after passing- tho 4th Standard, have always gone up to the Hawarden Schools. Queen's Ferry Council School, mixed, next has accommodation, for 300, 304 on registers, average attendance of 264. The infant department hero has room for 120. with 154 on registers, and an avorago attendance of 105. The mixed school here has allowed scholars to como from within the one-mile radius, and lias consider- ably affected the Hawarden, Sandyeroft and Sliotton Schools. Shotton St. Ethelwold's Church of England Mixed, coming next, has room for 282. number on registers 222. average attendance 191. We propose hero having purchased additional land to add a classroom for 50 scholars, thus bringing up the accommodation to 332. Connah's Quay Council Mixed, about half-a- mile further on, has accommodation for 292. number on registers 292, average attendanoo 262. The Shotton Council Infants' School is in tem- porary premises It has room for 350, number on registers 405, average attendance 337. It will thus be seen that, excluding the infant de- partmeints, which am outside the present ques- tion, the total accommodation in all these neigh- bouring schools is at present 1,298. With the additions we propose at Shotton and Sandyoroft. it wiU be pract-ioa.Ily 1,370 or thereabouts. The number on the registers in these same schools is now 1,098, with an average attendance of 972. In the face of these facts and figures we beg most respectfully to urge that under the. pre- sent circumstances there is no justification for tho providing of any additional accommodation other than an infant school at Shotton. With regard to population, it is an undoubted fact that speculative building lias been arrested in Shotton because of the knowledge that the leading industrial firm in Shotton district, which has been the main cause of the growth of population in this part of Hawarden parish, has recently purchased some thousands of acres on Lhe Sea-land (north) side of the river Dee, on which same side their works lie, is now getting water conveyed across the river by the Water- works Company, and intends to erect 500 houses on that side of the river for their workmen, 200 to be erected forthwith, and the remaining 300 to be spread over a period of years. This will obviously necessitate before long the erection of an elementary school on the Soaland side of the river, and will take away all the children on that side who at present, attend the Queen's Ferry School. Vacancies will thus be croated in this schoo!. There is already a small infant school (Council) on Sealand in temporary pro- mises, with 40 scholars (mixed). Additional accommodation: If such be re- quired for tho future, it would, in our opinion, be best and most economically obtained by the enlargement of the existing schools on the river line, rather than by multiply ing schools and thereby causing two schools of a. different typo to be in immedi.ate proximity to each other. We consider tha proposals of the Local Educational Authority to be extravagant and unnecessary, and if carried out. to put upon an already heavily rated community an additional burden for which there is no justification. On these grounds wo venture to make our earnest appeal against them.

ODDFELLOWSHIP IN FLINTSHIRE.— On Monday the half-yearly meeting of the Holy- well District (1.0.0., M.LT.) was held at the Lodge-room of the Loyal Dee Lodge, Mostyn. Prov. G.M. George Cain, Brittania Lodge, Rhyl, presided, and gave a very interesting and instruc- tive address dealing with the financial position of the lodge in the district, and threw out several valuable suggestions with a view of bringing each lodge in compliance with the rules of the order. Tha District Examiner of lodge books supple- mented the address of Bro. Cain with a carefully prepared report upon the finances of some of the lodges in the district. A keen discussion followed, and ultimately it was decided to form a committee to take into consideration the various points mentioned in the report and Grand Master's address. Prov. C.S. T. C. Griffiths submitted a statement of accounts for the past half-year which was unanimously adopted. P.P.G.M. Thomas Roberts, the delegate representing the district at the last A.M.C., delivered an interest- ing report. As a reward for his services he waa pre- sented with a P.P.G.M. certificate in a polished oak frame. For the office of Prov. G.M., Prov. D.G.M. Peter Evans was the only nomination. There were three nominations for the office of Prov. D.G.M., viz., P.G. Edward Jones, Connah's Quay P.G. J. Ll. Williams. Holywell; and P.G. Robert Jones, Flint. For junior- auditor the following were nominated :—P.G. W. H. Jones, Connah's Quay; P.G. J. E. Jones,, Holywell; and Secretary E. R. Christopherson, Flint. At the close a hearty vote of thanks was, accorded the District Officer,

CROQUET AT HOOTON. T GOLD MEDAL MEETING. Monday saw the commencement of the gold medal meeting held under the auspices of tho Croquet Association at Hooton Park. The entries this year compared favourably witlilastyear, and the sport. on the initial day was pronounced good. In tho oonbest for the gentlemen's gold medal a good game was witnessed between R. C. J. Beaton and H. H. Cox, the proceedings last- ing two hours, being watched with consider- able interest. Another good match was that between Miss E. Bramwell and Mits H. John- son Houghton for the ladies' gold medal, in the sooorid round of which the latter was de- feated The number of lawns in use during the day were eleven. The turf was in splendid con- dition up to Monday morning, when the heavy showers of rain made tho playing somewhat easy for tho competitors. Tho referees were Viscount Doneraile, Lieut.-Colonel R. Brooke, Messrs. J. Kenrick and H. Winch; handicapper, official handi- capper of the Croquet Association; hon. sec- retary, Mr. H. H. Cox. Appended is a list of some of the results in the first and seoend rotinds:- The Gentlemen's Gold Medal (holder, Maurice Barry), 25 entries.—First round: C. H. 0. du Cane beat J. S. Edkins, by 28 x 16; M. S. Lonier Williams beat R. A. Polehamp- ton, w.o. Mrs. R. C. J. Beaton boat A. H. Ozard, 2e x 22; R. C. J. Beaton beat H. H. Cox, x 28-8 x2; E. A. S. Fawoett beat E. J. Clarke, 26 x 28; G. H. Woolstom boat H. M. Bryans, 8 x 3; M. Barry beat Rev. J. L. Poach, 25 x 26. Byes: J. Hughes, K. H. Iz- ard, Dr. J. W. Bramwell, W. A. Williams, A. G. A. Clarke, Miss N. Ccote, and H. Winch. Second round: J Hughes beat K. H. Izard, 1 x 8 x 27; C. H. C. du Cane beat Dr. J. W. Bramwell, x 20 x 24; Mrs. Beaton beat M. S. Monier Williams, x 28 x 15; A. G. A. Clarke beat W. A. Williams, x 27 x 28; Miss N. Ccote boat H. Winch, x 7-21 x 6. Ladies' Gold Medal (holder, Miss B. M. Gatehouse).—First round: Miss E. Bramwell beat Mrs. Hervey Talbot, x 10 x 27; Miss R. Weightman beat Mis. G. C. Rome, x 28 x 4; Miss Elsie Reid beat Miss M. de Winton, x 6— 26 x 3. Second round Miss M. J. Macnie beat M rs. G. F,-nw i (- beat Mrs. G. Fenwick, -14 x 3 x 9; Miss E. Bramwell beat Miss II. Johnson Houghton, x 28 x 1; Miss M. Gower beat Mrs. Grindon, x 7 x 23; Miss M. Mileman beat Miss Dora Reid, x 10 x 24; Mrs. H. Cullen beat Mies N. J Beausire, x 23-28 x 25. Handicap Singles (won in 1906 by Miss M. Avery Jones). 62 entries.—First, round: Mrs. A. H. (iy.zard, w.o.; A. G. A. Clarke beat G. H. Woolston, x 18; Miss M. Gower beat Miss N Coote, x 28; Miss M. de Winton beat A. H. Ozzard, x 14; J. H. Hughes beat Mies G. M. Evans. x 3; Miss Ruth Weightman beat J. S. Edkins, x 14; Miss Elsie Reid beat C. E. Willis, x 26; Mrs. G. C. Rome boat Miss H. Johnston Houghton x 28; Miss C. Bcausiro beat Miss M. Beattie, x 9; R. C. J. Beaton beat Miss W. A. Beausire, x 16; Miss M. Avery Jones belt Mrs. A. Snow, x 11; Miss B. Willis beat H. H. Cox, x 28; Barton W. Jones beat M. Barry, x 26. SECOND DAY'S PLAY. The second day's play attracted a goodly crowd on Tuesday to Hooton Park. The day's play unearthed few surprises. R. C. J. Beaton beat C. E. Willis rather easily in the Gentlemen's Gold Medal, and Miss N. Coote beat A. S. Clarke in the same contest after a close game. The following were the results of Tuesday's games:— Gentlemen's Gold Medal.-Fir,t round (con- cluded) C. E. Willia beat H. Cullen—14 x 9 x 19; Major W. A. Fox Pitt beat C. H. Reid, x 3 x 21.—Second round (concluded): R. C. J. Beaton beat C. E. Willis, x 27 x 25; G. H. Woolston beat E. A. S. Fawcctt, x 10-28 x 4; M. Barry beat Major Fox Pitt, x 19 x 28.- Semi-final: C. H. C. Du Cane beat. J. Hughes, i 22 x 16 x 26; Miss M. Coote beat A. G. A. Clarke, x 7 x 6. Ladies' Gold Medal.—Second round: Miss J. Maciiio beat Mrd. G. Fenwick—14 x 3 x 9; Mrs. H. Cullen beat Miss N. J. lkausirc, x 23-28 x 25; Mids E. Bramwell beat Miss H. Johnson- Houghton, x 28 x 1; Miss Elsie Reed beat Miss R. Weightman, x 19 x 18; Miss B. Gatehouse beat Miss B. Willis, x 23 x 4; Miss M. Gower beat Mrs. Grindon, x 7 x 23; Miss M. Averay Jones beat Miss Beattie, x 18—9 x 16; Miss M. Wileman beat Mitss Dora Reid, x 10 x 24.—Semi- final: Miss M. J. Macriie beat Miss H. Cullen, x 22 x 28; Miss Wileman beat Miss M. Averay Jones, x 2 x 12. Handicap Singles.—First round (concluded): R. T. Combe (7) beat W. W. Williams (12) by 20; H. 1\1: Bryans w.o., Lord Enniskillen scr. K. H. Izard (3) beat Lord Doneraile by 2L; Miss Dora Reid (3) beat H. Cullen ■ (3 £ ) by 5; E. J. Clarke (1) boat Mrs. R. C. J. Beaton (1) by 1; Mra Grindon (2) beat H. Winch (1) by 2.—Second round: Mrs. A. H. Ozzard (7) beat Lady Clayton (4) by 13; Miss Elsie Reid (6) beat Mrs. G. C. Rome (6) by 10; H. M. Bryans (3) beat Miss C. Beausire (8) by 20; W. A. Williams (7) beat C. J. Clarke (1) by 4; Mrs. Grindon (2) beat L. H. Reid (5) by 21. Mixed Doubles Handicap.—H. H. Cox and Mits R. Weightman (7) beat K. H. Izard and Miss N. Coote (2g) by 13; M. Barry and Mrs. Talbot (1) beat A. G. A. Clarke and Mili6 Gower (8) by 4; C. H. C. Du Cane and Mrs. Beaton (—1) beat J. Hughes and Mrs. A. Shaw (%) by 13; H. M. Bryans and Miss E. Reid (11) beat Lord Doneraile and Mrs. Combe (9) by 6; R. C. J. Beaton and Miss Houghton (0) beat C. E. Willis and Mrs. Rome by 26; J. S. Edkins and Miss A. Laird (1) beat J. W. Bramwell and Miss Bramwell (65) by 26. Wet weather and) guste of wind were ex- perienced on Wednesday. In the ladies' gold medal contest a doseandi exciting match was witnessed between Miss Bramwell, lady champion of Cheltenham, and Miss Elsie Reid, of Ledsham. A single shot aJone pre- vented the latter lady from defeating her for- midable opponent in the first- game. Alto gether it was a most splendid and plucky fight between the contestants. A magnifioent game waa played by Messrs. W. Barry and G. H. Woolston in the gentlemen's gold medal. When all appeared lost Mr. Barry recovered the match by a successful shot followed by a iong break. Results: — Gentlemen's gold medial.—'Semi-final: Mrs. Beaton beat R. 0. J. Beaton—28 x 28 x 28; M. Barry be-at G. Woolston, x 2 x 11. Ladies' Gold Medal .-gem 1 -final: Miss Bramwell beat Miss E. Reid x 4 x 14; Miss M Gower beat Miss B: Gatehouse x 26-28 x 15. Handicap Mixed Doubles.-Second round G H. Woolston and Mias Gaitchouso beat R. T. Cfcm-be and Lady Clayton 13; W. A. Williams and Mrs. Williams beat Lord Ennis killen and Mrs. Park-Yates 21; Captain and Mrs. Fenwick boat M. S. Monier Williams and Miss Willis 21; H. Winch and Miss D. Reid beat F. R. Onslow and Miss W. Beau- sire 2. Third round A. H. and Mrs. Ozzard beat B. W. Jones and Miss A. Jones x 9 H. H. Cox and Mies Weightman heat C. H. Reid and Miss C. Beausire x 24; G. H. Wool ton and Miss Gatehouse beat E. A. Faw- cett and Miss N. J. Beausire x 12; H. M. Bryans and Miss E. Reid beat W. A. and Mrs. Williams x 25; R. C. J. Beaton and Miss Houghton beat Captain and Mrs. Fenwick x 4; J. S. Edkins and Miss A. Laird beat H. Winch and Miss D. Reid x 4; C. F. Pearson and Mrs. Grindon beat T. S. Carylon and,Mies Beattie x3 Semifinal: H. H Cox and Miss Weightman beat A. II. and M s. Oz'-ard x 2. Handicap Singles—Second round E. A. S. Fawcctt beat Major W. A Fox Pitt; Captain Fenwick beat Dr Bramwell 11; Mrs. Fenwick beat Miss Gatehouse, w.o. Miss N. J. Beau sire beat T. S. Carylon 21; Mrs. Combe beat Miss Wileman 13; F. R. D. Onslow beat Mrs. Park-Yates 22; C. F. Pearson beat Miss A. Laird 14: C. II. D. du Cane beat Mrs. H. Cullen 10. Third round: A. G. Clarke beat E. A. S. Fawcett x 18; R. T. Combe beat Miss Gower x 21; Miss N. J. Beausire boat Miss Weig-htiiian 14; K. H. Izard beat Mrs. H. Talbot x 14; Rev IJ. L. Peach beat Mrs. Combe, w.o.; Miss A. Jones beat C. II. du Cane x 28; B. W. Jones beat Miss Willis x 13 Fourth round A. G. Clarke beat M'ns. Ozzard x 12; R. T. Oombe beat Miss de Win- ton x. 23; Miss Elsie Reid beat H. M. Bryans x 8; K. H. Izard beat Rev. J. L. Peach x 28; W. A. Williams beat Miss A. J. Jones x 22.

CONNAH'S QUAY BOY DROWNED. I 4 A CROWD BUT NO SWIMMERS. I CORONER'S COMMENTS. I On Saturday another sad drowning accident occurred at Connah's Quay, the victim being a iittle boy named Willie Marrow, aged five years, son of Oapfc. William Marrow, of 52, High- street, Wepre. It appears that between 11 and 12 o'clock on Saturday morning the child went to the edge of the Wepro Brook, and acoi- dentally fell in and was drowned before assist- ance came. Much sympathy is expressed towards the parents in their sad loss, as the lad waa their eldest child. After the recovery of the body artificial respiration was carried on for over an hour by Dr. Whittome, but without success. On Monday evening an inquest was held at the Wcpro Wesleyan Schoolroom by Mr. John Robert Jones (deputy coroner for Flint- s hire). Mr. Ingham was chosen foreman of tho Jury. Mis. Mai row, mother of tho deceased, identi- fied the body. Witness, who was much dis- tressed in giving her evidence, said she last saw him about. 11.30 or 12 o'clock on Saturday morning, when he went down their garden to- wards the Wepro Brook. Her little girl came and told her Willie was in the water. She had frequently warned him not to go naar the water. There were railings at the bottom of the gar- den, but the deceased must have climbed over. Thomas Henry Harris, aged 14 years, said that about 12.30 o'clock on Saturday morning he was near the railway bridge, about 70 yards away, when he saw the boy fall into the brook. A little girl stood on the bank watching him When he got to the spot deceased had disap- peared out of sight. It was high tide, and the water was very deep at that point. He shouted for help, and although several persons came on the scene, no one made any effort to get him out, although he pointed out the spot where the de- ceased had gone in. The Coroner: How many psople should you imagine there were there at that time?—Wit- ness. About 40 or 50. The Coionetr: Did no one make any effort to rescue the chi id?-W tne-,is: No. Another youth, named Harry High, said ho caw deceased in the water. and he gave the alarm to a young man named Coppack, but no effort was made to rescue him. Tha boy's head came above the water once, and then disap- peared out of sight. Sergt. IIill: When you gave the alarm and several people came on the sccne, did anyone make any effort to recover the bodyT-Witnecs: No. John Williams, plasterer, of 14, Park Hill- road, Con D ali's Quay, deposed that when he heard someone was in the Wepre Brook he hur- ried to the spot. There were fully 100 men, women and children there, but no effort was being made io get the body out. As soon as he located the spot. he jumped into the river, and after several attempts he recovered the body with the aid of a drag hook. Hi could only swim a little, and there was a depth of 12ft. or 14ft. of water at the point where he recovered the body. The Coroner, in summing up, said it was very unsatisfactory that so many were* present and no one made an effort to get deceased out. He was surprised that in a town like Conn.ah's Quay there should be so few swimmeis. If there had been only one person present who could swim, the deceased's life would un- doubtedly have been saved, but as it was he was diowncd before tho eyes of so many. Of couree there was no law to oompel a person to jump into the river at the risk of losing his life, but it did seem regrettable that no effort was made on the part of someone to try and savoC the child. Sorgt. W. Hill said this was the second drown- ing fatality in the Wepre Brook during twelve months. At the last inquest it was explained through the Press that if a rope was thrown across the brook, which was not very wide, a person, even if he could not swim, could easily recover anyone who had fallen in. The jury returned a verdict of "Accidental death. 1_-

POINTS. -1 The latest Radical exposition of the Chinese slavery hoax comes from the Daily Chronicle." On the 26th July that organ pub- lished the following telegram Two thousand Chinese coolies employed at the Simmer and Jack mine have peti- tioned the Government, praying to be allowed to renew their contracts." Poor, simple" sla ves After languishing in serfdom all these years, they never have found it out. They still hug their chains.

SAUGHALL. UNITED FREE CHURCHES.-On Monday the Sunday schools and choirs held thlei=i excursion to Llandudno. A party of- about 80 left Saughall Station at 9.28, travelling via Shottoii, LLindudno being reached about 11.30. The weather was a-I I that could be desired. Tea was provided. The Great Central Railway kindly arranged a through booking from Saughall Station to Llandudno. CHOIR EXCURSION.—On Monday the All Saints' and Shotwick choirs held their annual trip to New Brighton, leaving Saughall Station by the 8.49 train, arriving at Seacombc at 9.30, and taking the tramcar to New Brighton. Dinner was provided in the Tower Gardens. After- wards various amusements were patronised, and tea. followed. The party, numbering about 40, were accompanied by the Rev. F. R. Wrans- brougli (vicar), and Mr. H. 0. Maddock and Mr. J. T. Whaley (churchwardens). The chil- dren attending the Sunday schools of All Saints' and Shotwick churches went in conveyances to Easthain on Wednesday afternoon, in charge of Miss Cooper and other teachers. Conveyances were kindly lent by Mr. Thomas Ball, Mr. Wm. Carter, Mr. Stephen Whalley, and others. Tea was partaken of in the Pleasure Gardens. They had great fun with the donkeys, etc. On Thurs- day some of the smaller children were enter- tained in a field kindly lent by Mr. H. O. Maddock. Tea and various games were pro- vided. Several ladies attended to the require- ments of the children. On leaving each child was presented with a small gift.

"W- FRODSHAM. SUNDAY SCHOOL TREAT.—On Saturday' the scholars of Trinity Wesleyan Sunday School¡i had their treat at the Meneey View Pleasure Grounds. They marched in procession to the grounds, where tea. was partaken of and games were played. JOINTTWATER COMMITTEE.—At a meet- ing held on Friday evening, Mr. James Illidge presiding, it was deoided that the committee should meet at the pumping station on an early date to see the pumping appliances and oonsider their future improvement. HOMING SOCIETY.-This society held their second young birds' race for the present season on Saturday, when 21 members. sent 294 birds to Worcester, tho distance being 80 miles. The birds were liberated at 12.40 in a west wind, and the following is the result :Linaker, 1011, wins 1st all pools, 1st club producer, and Mr. W. Thomas's special, half a ton of coal; Spencer, 1007, win. second club producer; Jackson, 1004, 2nd club Id. pool and 3rd club producer; Forstcr, 1001, 3rd Id. pool. PAROCHIAL COMMITTEE.—A meeting was head cn Friday evening, Mr. Charles E. Linaker presiding. A letter waa read from the Cheshire County Council stating that at the present lime the Main Roads Committee was not in a position to carry out the improvements to the south side of Main-street. A report was read from the Firo Appliances Committee, sug- gesting various improvements, and it was agreed that a separate room for the storage of the appliances would be a very good thing, as the Post-office would be more central. The Chair- man stated that he had on behalf of the owner of the property promised to make the suggested alterations as early as possible. The same room would also answer for the ambulanco corps, which might prove very useful in a place like Frodsham- 1

YOUNG NESTONIAN'S SAD DEATH. T PROMISING CAREER CLOSED. A most promising career has been brought to a close through the death of Mr. William Arthur Youds, of Neston Cross, the only son of Mrs. Alice Youds and the late Mr. William Youds, and a member of one of the oldest Neston families. After receiving hie early education in Neston, deceased passed through the Liverpool College and entered for the Civil Service. Having successfully passed several examinations, he was engaged in the statistical officcs of the London Custom House. Here he entered for tJlO Excise department and sat for the final examina- tion a few monrlM back. About a month ago he was seized with an illness which, as it after- wards transpired, was appendicitis, and, acting on the advice of his medical attendant, he wei* into Charing Cross Hospital for an operation. One of the most skilled specialists in the Metropolis suceo-sfully performed the two opera- tions which were found to be necessary, and as the patient waa a young man of fine physique, with a robust constitution, the best results were hoped for. Blood poisoning, however, set in, and, despite the best medical skill and nursing procurable, and latterly the unremitting atten- tions of hia mother, who remained night and day by his bedside, the young Nestonian gradually sank, and about three o'clock on Saturday morning he passed away. Many most touching incidents occurred during the latter part of his illness, not the least affecting being the official intimation that he had successfully passed his examination, being 37th out of an army of no fewer than 1,200 candidates. The news became public on the Wednesday before his death only, and an eager band of his colleagues, with whom ho was always a great favourite, made their way to the hospital in the evening in the hope of being personally allowed to give him the good news. This could not be, however, and on the Thursday morning his mother had the mournful satisfaction of telling him of his success. Not- withstanding his earnest studies, he had very modestly felt doubtful of the final result, and the dying youth brightened up at the news and spoke hopefully of the future that appeared to be opening out for him. while tho emotions of her who stood by can be better imagined than described. He died as stated in the early hours of Saturday, and the scene in the hospital chapel on tho Sunday afternoon as his relatives and young men chums took a final farewell of the still figure lying embedded in lilies was one of the most unutterably pathetic ever witnessed even in that chamber of many tears. During his illness the young Nestonian had expressed a wish to be at home, and on Monday the "ho.me- coming," in a sense so different from that antici- pated, was accomplished, the bereaved mother and friends travelling with the remains in a special carriage from Euston Station. Neston was reached about 7 p.m., and until the follow- ing day the deceased lay at the home from which a little while before he had set out so full of t spirits and of brilliant promise for the future. The interment was made in the family grave at Neston Parish Church on Tuesday afternoon, amid every manifestation of deep sympathy and respect. The coffin, loaded with lovely floral tributes, was borne shoidder high from the resi- dence to tho church, and a very touching service followed. Several appropriate selections were I played by his uncle (Mr. Ariel Gray), who pre- sided at the organ, and the hymns included Forever with the Lord," "Thy will be done," and "Peace, perfect peace." Tho Rev. Canon Turner (vioar) conducted the service, and among the principal mourners were Mr. Thomas Jones (grandfather), Mr. and Mrs. W. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Ariel Gray (aunts and uncles), Mrs. Washington, Miss Margaret, Jones, Mr. and Mm. Muir, and Messrs. Harold Jones, G. Watkin and Sidney Muir (cousins), Colonel Lloyd, Major Grundy. Mr. Stanton, Mr. S. Reecc, Mr. T. Griffiths, Mr. W. Williams, Mr. J. Raisbeck, Mr. J. G. Lee, Mr. S. Jolley, Mr. J. A damson, Mrs. Ramie and Mr. Kichcn (Manchester). Floral tributes were sent by the follow 'ng:-His mother, "Aunt 1.00," Mr. and Mr. Ariel Gray, Mr. Watkin, his grandmother Youds, Mr. and Mrs. H. Smith, "All at Broadlakc," Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Lee, Mr. and Mrs. C. Taylor. Mr. and Mr. Han- cock and family. Major Grundy, Mrs. Mealor (Raby), MrA. Barbara Jones, Aunt Liz" (Ness), "From Mary," "Pollic," Mr. and Mrs. Well- ington and family, Mr. and Mrs. W. Muir, Mr. S. Muir, Mr. and 'Mrs. Brownbill, Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Mrs. J. Pemberton. Sergeant and Mrs. Jolley, Mr. and Mrs. Daddart, Mr. and Mrs. Stanton and family, Mr. Jones (London), "From his colleagues in Statistical Officcs, Custom House, London," "From the 'Gedarites,' London," and a special wreath of laurel. The bereaved mother, who is widely known in the Neston and Heswall districts, has been inundated with letters and messages condoling with her in her inexpressibly sad loss. Deceased was within about a week of his 22nd year, and stood no leas than 6ft. 3in. in height.

BURTON (WIRRAL). THE TRAVELLER'S RETURN.-A Iioming pigeon belonging to Mr. Hugh Hughes, of Burton, has just oompleted a notable journey i of not less than 700 miles, in connection with the Manchester Flying Club. The bird was liberated at ten o'clock on July 10th, at San Sebastion, in Spain, along with 193 others, and was found in Mr. Hughes's loft at Burton at 6 a.m. on July 29th. The importance of the achievement may be realised from the fact that of the 193 birds that set out only 10 arrived at their homes, the Burton bird being one. Some particulars in reference to the bird will be of interest to local fanciers. It is a blue pied cock, bred by Byron, of Burton, from a pair of birds purchased from T. Harris, Chester.

1 GREAT ;UT. CHOIR TRIP.-On Monday the members of St. John's Church choir hold their annual out- ing, when about 35 journeyed to Southport. A delightful day was spent. PARISH COUNCIL.—A meeting was held on Tuesday. Present Messrs. W. C. Thorne (chair- man), W. J??kins, the Rev. P. Douglas, C. Cash, R. T. Richardson, and S. Davies (,olerk).- The Chainman introduced Mr. Richardson, who had attended for the purpose of discussing the suggested extension of the footpath in Capen- hurst-lano. The question was raised at the last meeting by Mr. R. Williams, who uiged that something should be done in tha way of improv- ing the- condition of tlx; lane.—Mr. Richardson said if tho Council decided to press the qucs- tion an application would have to be made to the Main Road's Committee of the County Coun- cil beforo they could move in tho matter. The first question was, whether there was a real de- mand for a footpath. The road was a narrow one. Mr. Cash said the road was, much fre- quented. Somo people wanted a. path, bub others did not. Mr. Richardson did not con- sider that tiro suggested alteration of the road would improve its appearance, but, at the same timC) they must consider the convenience of the public. If they al tempted to widen tim, road it would be an expensive matter, and if they ap- plied to the Main Roads Committee they might order a footpath. He would be willing to give some land for widening, but there would be the cost of fencing.—-The Clrairman said that if the proposed Go!f Club was established, the road would bo much more frequented than at pre- sent, and that would enhance the value of the road.—Mr. Douglas asked whether such an out lay would 00 considered in the interests of ths club.—The Chairman replied that if the club was established it would be substantially assessed for ratable pui-posos.Aftc-r further discussion it was deciucd to defer the ma.i.tcr.A letter was road from Mrs. Shallc:oss, thanking the Council for their kind expression of sympathy to the family in their recent Loss. Almost to the last, she wrote, Mr. Shallcross had shewn the keenest interest in the we! faiva of the district, and one of his trials was the physical weaknass which made him. unable to take so active a part as he would otherwise have done.—The Mill-lane nuisance was again discussed, the Clerk stating that a letter had been received from Mr. Churton, who put the responsibility on someone else.—The Council decided not to offer any objection to the raising of CI03 for purposes connected with the'sewage coats. The question was the subject of an inquiry by the Local Goveramient Board on W«d»e» £ ta.y.

I LITTLE SUTTON. I WESLF,YANISM.-On Sattit,&-Lv the congre- gation of the Wes'eyan Church held a, successful summer fete in the grounds of New Hc-y, Groat Sutt<m, kindly lent for the occasion by Mr. E. Hughes. The weather being fine, there was a good attendance. Tc-a was provided by the ladies of the congregation, and was served in a large marque, lent by Mr. J. Hopley. During tea a capital selection of instrumental musio was rendered by Mr. and Miss Pineomoo and^Vlr. J. Row lands. Afterwards several competitions and games took place, which created a good deal of amusement. Among these was a tennis tourna- ment, slow cycle race, wheelbarrow and running raecs, and tlie ever-present Aunt Sally, etc. These were under the control of the Reov. E. L. IiDy-Peako and Mr. J. Moore. Mrs. Freestone afterwards presented the prizes to the success- ful competitors, and Pt the close of the cere- mony votes of thanks wore tendered to all who had been responsible for the arrangements. The proceeds of the fote are for the funds of the church.

I T CONNAH S QUAY & SHOTTON. TEACHERS ENTERTAINED. Through the kindness of Miss Williams, the Vicarage, the St. Mark's Sunday School teachers, numbering twenty, were entertained at a garden party in the Vicarage gronnds on Wednesday. VOLUNTEERS FOR CAMP.-The local Volunteer corps will camp at Scarborough next week, at which place they camped two years ago. The advance party, consisting of one sergeant and eighteen men, left on Thursday under the com- mand of Captain Charles Hurlbutt. To-day (Saturday) the baggage party leave, while on Sunday morning the remainder of the company will be despatched. SALMON FISHING.—Tuesday was one of the best days experienced by the looal ifshermen during the whole season. Fishing on the top of the ebb tide, many salmon were ca.ught, one ifsherman alone capturing as many as seven fine fish at one haul, while others had the good luck to get three and four. Th? fish still fetch a good price, viz., Is. 2d. per pound. ST. MARK'S SUNDAY SCHOOL. On Saturday afternoon the scholars of St. Mark's Church Sunday school held their annual treat. Service was held in the church at three o'clock, after which a procession, headed by the Cfcinah's Quay Silver Prize Band, proceeded to The Cot- tage, in a field adjoining which tea was provided. The scholars present numbered 280. Afterwards the band played selections. Later there were tugs-of-war, racing, walking, and other contests and games. Thanks are due to Mr. T. J. Reney, on whose grounds the tea and games took place. AN ACCIDENT.—On Saturday afternoon a rather serious accident occurred to Mrs. George Edwards, who carries on a greengrocery business at 85, High-street, Connah's Quay. While she was driving her trap in Brook-road she by some means came into contact with a large stone, with the result that the horse and trap upset. With the assistance of several persons Mrs. Edwards, who was pinned down under the cart, was ex- tricated from her perilous position. She was attended to by Dr. Whittome, who found her considerably bruised and suffering from shock. HOMING.—Under the auspices of the Shot- ton and District Homing Society, the young birds' race to Hereford was flown on Saturday. A large number of birds wore despatched. 'The distance of 81 miles was covered by nearly all ) the birds, and the race proved to bo very keen. Appended is the order of the initial quartette: 1, J. Bellis, Pentre, Queens Ferry; 2, W. Lewis, Fron-road. Wepro, Connah's Quay; 3, W. Blackham, Jubiiee-stroot, Shotton 4, J. Brookin, Chester-road, Shotton. To-day (Sat- urday) the third stage (Colford) will b flown, the distance being 100 miles. PRISON CHAPLAIN S VISIT.-The anni- versary services in connection witll the) Primi- tive Methodist Chuieh wore continued on Sun- day, when the pulpit was occupied by the Rev. J-. Prestwich, of Blackpool, and the only recog- nised Nonconformist prison chaplain. In the afternoon the children and choir rendered "The Building of tho Cross" in a manner which ro fleeted tho utmost credit on Mr.- Richard Foulkcs (the conductor). Several anthems and solos w-ero nicely rendered by tho children. Mr John Vickors occupied the chair. Miss Pollic Humphr?ys was the accompanist. The collec- tions amounted to over £ 16, which is a record for tho chapel. TREMENDOUS MACHINE,RY SMASH. About nino o'clock on Monday evening a big smash of machinery occurred at Messrs. John Summers and Sons, Hawarden Bridge Works. IOn:) of the enormous engines engaged at their steel pliiit was smashed to pieces. The da.mago done will amount to some thousands of pounds, and it will bo some mont Irs. before another en- gine can be fitted up to take its placc. The ac- cident wiil affect some 400 or 500 men. This is one of the wost smashes that the firm has experienced during the eleven or twelve years they have been established at Shotton. Happily no one was injured. CHURCH PARADE.—Members of the looaJ Volunteer corps, numbering 54 N.C.O.'s and men, turned out to church parade on Sunday morning. The men, who looked a fine body of soldiers, assembled- at the Drill Hall, undearthe command of Capt. ahas. HurIbLttb, headed by the battalion band, under the conductorship. of Mr. J. Delaney. They marched along the main street to St. Fthelwold's Church, Shotton, where service was held. the- Rev. W. H. Parke' officiating. After service the corps and band returned to the Drill Hall. Finally they re- paired for luncheon at the Ship Hotel, where they were excellently catered for. Lieut. Roberta and Q.M.S. Haswell also attended parade. GALLANT RESOUB.-While a number of boys were playing on Monday near the Quay coal stage, one of their number, a boy named Fred Bennett, aged eight years, and residing with his parents at 55, Dee View-road, Golftyn, accidentally foil into the river. A young man named S. Coppack, of 217. High-street, Con- nah's Quay, hearing the children shouting, looked into the water and saw Bennett being oarried rapidly down the river, it being high tide at the time. Without a moment's hesita- tion he pluckily jumped into a small boat and succeeded in rescuing the drowning lad, who was landed little the worse for his adventure. Mr. Ooppaok's plucky action is to be highly com- mended. COUNCIL SCHOOL SPORTS.These sports were held in the school fiold on Friday, ancl wero a very enjoyable conclusion to the school mid- summer term. The weather proved very favourable. The items included a great hunt for a marked card, walking race, potato raca, tug-of-war, as well as ordinary flat races for each olass. Of the senior scholars F. Pike, I. Haft., J. Williams and Minnie Morton ami Mabel BeJinett distinguished themselves. Through the kindness of Mrs. Frome, of Wepre Hail, and a few local tradesmen. a capital airay of prizes had been provided. Mr. J. E. HewitJt kindly assisted the teachers with the field ar- rangements. Three hearty elieers were ac- corded Mr. S. Morris (the headmaster) for his kindness. A PLEASANT TIME.—The members of the Wepra Mutual Improvement Society held their annual outing to Gweapyr on Wed nesd ay. The drive proved very enjoyable, tho weather being fine. On arrival at the farm of Mr. Owen, who kindly allowed the party the use of his grounds, lunch was partaken of. Gwr-spyr is very prettily situated, commanding a splendid view of both sea and country. Cyrn Custle was visited, and, the party enjoyed a walk through the grounds, which are very artistically laid out. The party then walked on to Llanasa, passing through many pretty parts of the country on the way back to the farm. Aft-e-r tea the party were photographed. At eTght o'clock the brakes left Gwespyr for Connah's Quay, which was reached about ten o'clock A BARBER'S DILEMMA.—The lock-up shop of Mr. E. Garland, hairdresser, of High- street, Connah's Quay, was broken into dur- 1 ing the early hours of Saturday morning, and all the scissors, razors, etc., that could bo found were taken. The supposed thief gained a,n entrance by breaking a window at the rear, which he readied by standing on a dolly tub. P.C. Cbesters met a man about 3 a.m. on the Chester-road, and when tho burglary was re- ported to Sergt. Hill a description of the man I was sent to Chester. On the Chester police l making inquiries they ascertained that a man had sold a pair of SCi""S0f>.3 and a razor to a local barber, for one shilling, after trying to pawn them. The-e have since boon, returned to Mr. Garland. The robbery was very inconvenient to Mr. Garland, as on Saturday morning he had a shop full of customers and no tools with wiiioh to work.

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UPTON. I RAINFALL.—The rainfall for the month at July, as taken by Mr. J. D. Thorburn, of Uptoll Cross, has registered 3 inches and 3-ioti. The rainfall for the seven months of the present YOr adds up to 1G inches and 88-100, which is inucB above the average, and, in fact, mort than Ib. oller the heaviest fall of any of the previous four years.

H ESWALL. SCII()OL.M,ASTE, R LEAVES.Nlr. J. A. T&" ver, assistant ma.stcr at the Heswall Schools for the past two years, has just been apointcd to the Industrial Schools department of the Liver' pool Corporation, and is leaving Haswall shortly* FISHERMAN DROWNED —Richard Evans, aged 21 y<\ars, son of Samuel Evans, a fisherMW4 residing at Station Cottages, Heswall, was ant fishing with lire tat her off Thurstaeion on Tues* day, in a stiff breeze, when by some means Ile fell overboard and was drowned. The sympathy of the community is extended to the sorrowing parents and relatives. "Young Dick," as he waS generally called, was very popular. RIFLE MATCH.—On Tuesday night a. teal!} of six lads of the Heswall C.L.B. journeyed to West Kirby to shoot a rifle match with tbo West Kirby Co. The result of an interesting match was a win for We^t Kirby by 238 pointS against 206. It. should be said that the ILcevvah lads were unaccustomed to the miniature range, theirs being a tubular one, and they hope to1 reveitso the result when they meet ag-.tin itf-Ollo future date at Heswall.

I FLINT. WILL OF ALDERMAN MUSPRATl-r* Alderman James Liebig Muspratt, of Corniaw Flint, formerly of Bronhaul, Rhyl, four times Mayor of Flint, some time chairman of the Flilit shire Education Committee and of the Flintshire County Council, formerly High Sheriff, who die" on tho 14th May last. aged 62 years, formerly 80 partner in the firm of Muspratt Bros., chenlical manufacturers, of Flint, left estate valued b £ 25,711. lis. 2d. gross, including £ 16,402. 8s. Id. 111 nett personalty. By his will he bequeathed to his servant Mary Kelly a life annuity of £2;), to his son James Roland Liebig Muspratt, an executorl of the will, the Drumerog picture to devolve as an heirloom and other articles, and to his son Dr. Percy Knowles Muspratt the'Se forth tray and moon tankard, to devolve as heir- looms, and the rose bowl presented to him by the inhabitants of Flint on 21;th July, 1905, and other articles, and he bequeathed to his wife, the executrix of the will, £ 500, his household effects horses and carriages, and an annuity during he widowhood of £700. and, subject to her interest he left bis residuary estate in trust for his sal two sons and his daughters Emily Lillian and Alice Mina. The testator's son James is to the option of the purchase of his Flintshire real estate.

I ELLESMERE PORT. P.S.A. CHOIR TRIP.-On Saturday abou* 30 members journeyed to Chester and thence tØ Eccleston, which was reached after an enjoy able tgail. After tea sports and games were In- dulged in. The arrangements were capably carried out by Messrs. J. Howard and So Roberta. NEW FOOTBALL CLUB.—Owing to the difibandment of the Ellesmere Port Football Club, the Wrolverhampton Corrugated Iron CotO, pany have decided to form one, and about 40 of their employes met this week and discu the matter fully. A committee was appoint^1 and stepe are being taken to obtain a suitable ground PRIMITIVE METHODIST SUNDA*- SCHOOL.—Anniversary eeivices were held QII Sunday, the Rev. J. E. Dal ton preaching- In the afternoon there was a children's ser-vioo. Tho following contributed solos, recitations* etc.:—Elizabeth May Price, Sarah Williwils, Jack Whitby, Archie Dutton, iiiid.-j, Roberts, Mildred Watkins, choir and children, Nellie Nicholls, Newns. Thora Dutton, Clarence Crceweli and Ivy Jones. On Monday the children paraded the street3 singing hymns, under the conductorship of Mr. J. W. Nicholls. On Wednesday the annual out- ing took piacc to Oveiton Hills, too children marching to the station behind the PublIo Brass Band.

I It I QUEEN'S FERRY. SUNDAY SCHOOL TR.IP.-Tho ohikn^n attending- the English Wesleyan Church Sun- day Soliool held their annual outing to Storo- ton on Saturday. Upwards of 250 left by G.CL Railway Slhoitton at 1.20, arriving IL.t Storetoii 1.43, w here a very enjoyable was spent in gamee, etc. Afterwards an ccllent tea was partaken of. The childreO were under the care of the Misses Kate Evans> Wright., Molyneaux, and Poole, and ]? d Evans an d Ge?argo R. Jones, Bakewell, Ed. Evans and Maa&ey. The arrangements were in the able hands of Mr. Edward Maesey. PRESENTATION.—On Sunday afternoon Mr. Rawson (scccnd minister), cn behalf of the scholars and teachers attending the lish Wesleyan Sunday School, presented .M:. f Robert Jones with a puree of gold in rceognJ" tion of the valuable service rendered to both church and Sunday school during the past 30 years.—Mr. Jos. Lamb expressed the keen 1056 they would feel in the departure of one who had served the church and Sunday school fot such a number of years.—Mr. Jones, in re- turning thanks, said the present was to hilu a surprise. Whatever he had done for the Sunday school and church was not in excess of his duty.—Mr. Jones, who is leaving tllØ district for Burslem, was given a hearty send. ) off on his departure SMOKING CONCERT.—On Friday oveni-nS the members of r.he Hawairden Castle Tontirle Society held their annual "smoker," at the Hawarden Castle Hotel, when upwards of 50 member's were present. The chair v/as taken, by Mr. D J. Davies, who proposed the Ello- cess of the "Hawarden Castle Scciety." H3 poko of the benefits derived from tontine societies, which were in niaJiy ways helpful to the workingman.—The Seerc tary (Mr. Joseph Edwards), in responding' sketched in outline the society's work from com men cement.—Songs, duets, etc., were con tribu',ed by O-eo-itge Willia.-  Edwards, J. Edmunds, and Alf. Williame Tl") bumonBts -,Omo Mrs. Tom and C???" Roberts. The pianist was Mr. Backcr, jperfonoeicl his part in aq admirable J