Cheshire Observer

TAR YIN. GIRLS' FRIENDLY SOCIETY. -On Tues- day the quarterly meeting of the Taiviii branch of the Girls' Friendly Society took place. Tea. was provided in the Pa.riah ltoom. after which, an address was given by Mrs. Wilcockson. There wero also present Mr. Morebon, Miss Wiloook- eon, Miss LenneLl (Duddon Lodge)., etc. A ser- vioo was held in St. Ancfrew's Church, when a short address was given by the Vicar (the Rev. J. n. Wilcookson) Six now members wore initiated into tho association.

ELLESMERE PORT & WHITBY. attendance continues to increase I each week. Mr. Rob-erts presidod on Sunday, and Mr. Worsev read the Scriptures. Mr. F. Derbyshire gavo an excellent address on the subject "Shams," drawing some striking com- p,-tri-sons between the real thing and worthless imitations. Miss Emily Howard ably sang The Angel of Pco-oo" and "Tho way of the Cioss." Miss Parsonage accompanied. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.—A meeting of the Mutual Improvement Society, wruoh organisation has boen lying dormant for some yeaiq, was held on Thursday, Mr. Alec McGregor presiding. It was decided to wind up tho society and sell the piano and ui-iis. the money to bo devoted to charity with tbe balance in hand. On the motion of Mr. T. Wilkinson, this was divided as follows Chester Infirmary £ 5, ambulance fund £.3, Women's Hospital, Shaw-street, E3. and the balance, about 17s., to tho Parochial Hall fund. PRESENTATION.—On Thursday an inter- esting presentation took place at the National Schools, tho ;<ooipient being Mi« Franc-ia King. who during he-r career as teacher at this school haB beoen very popular with- toa-obeins and isoholai-s alike, The gift took tho form of a bandeomo marble timepiece, and was subscribed for by the teaching staff and scholars, being tmitably in.goribed. Mr. Fogg I.hoodma;t;eor) spoko ou.logi.stioa.lly of Miss King'.? services, and tho Vicar, in making the presentation, wished Miss King, who is shortly to bo married, the greatest of happiness in her wedded life. Miss King suitably responded. PRESENTATION.—An interesting presenta- tion took place on Monday at Burned's works, when Mr. f-nd Mrs. M. C. Burnell were the recipients of a handsome silver tray and gold brooch, on the occasion of their marriage. Mr. Baker, on behalf of the rolling mill employes, made the presentation, and said that during the past five years he had always found Mr. Burnell courteous and willing to discu&s anything that affected the workmen's interests, and he was pleased to say all the workmen had subscribed, which shewed the good feeling that existed. He wished Mr. and Mm Burnell all prosperity. Mr, Burnell, in a few well-chosen words, suit- ably responded.—On Monday evening the galvanising department also presented Mr. and Mr, Burnell with a silver salver and clock. Mr. A. Nicholas made the presentation. Mr. CatteraJI said he hoped the clock would be ai true <16 the wishes of the subscribers for Mr. and Mrs. Burnell's welfare, and that, their future would be as bright as the silver salver. WESLEYAN ANNIVERSARY.—Very suc- ocasful anniversary services were held on Sun- day. The Rev. W. Baker preached both morn- ing and evening, and the services were well attended. A musical service was held in the afternoon. Mr. Boultbce presiding, and the Rev. W. Baker agÚn gave an address. Miss Elsie A. at rendered the (solo "Come unco Me," Mrs. Wilding also singing wir.h ability. The choir ably contributed the anthem, "Jerusalem, my glorious home," and, at the evening service, "Song of jubilee," under the baton of Mr. Richard Jonov Miss A. Morris presided at the organ. The festival concluded on Tuesday with a tea, the tables being presided over by Mcsdames Perry, Joae* and Walton, the Mioses Wilkes, Allen and F. Wooiley. A lecture was given by the Rev. R. Wormwcll (Chester) on Abraham Lincoln the Martyred," which waa greatly appreciated. Mr. E. P. Jones should have presided, but owing to the Wolverhampton election was unable to attend. He sent a dona- tion of :65. Miss Moffat Bang "The Slave Song" and ''Life's Convolution." The proceeds were in aid of the trust funds, and, including the E5 donation, reached the satisfactory sum of L20. PROPOSED SPORTS AND CYCLE CAR- NIVAL.—On Wednesday evening a public meeting was held in the Co-operative Hall for the purpose of considering the ways and means of ae-Bisting the hospitals and such like charitable •institutions. Mr. T. C'atterall presided. Mr. T. Wilding was appointe.d secretary. and it was decided to organise a programme of sports and cycle carnival in the district, to be held about the end of June. The following committees were appointed:—Sports. Messrs. J. Dean, J. Wain, S. J. Nicholas. T. H. Whitby, J. W. Ellis, A. Baguley. W. Price and McGarva; marshaling, Messrs. W. Johnson, J. W. Nicholas, T. King C. W. Jones, A. F. Dumcrgue. George Cottereil and H. Stan way: catering. Mr*. Pye. Mrs. Roberts, Mrs. Hughes, Nlilo Thompson, Mrli. 1. B. Bradsthaw, A Tay;or. T. W. Mani- fold and M. Harrison; character. Messrs. S. Roberts, Joo. Bradshaw, Ceo. Cottrell, N. Stan way, R. Jones, George Williamson, W. Fogg, J Williamson, A. Howard, A. Pl.¡¡,i,i.er, W. WaJdron. James McGarva, J. Darbvshire and J. Beech; finance, Me^rs. C. Whitridgo, A. F. Dumergue, J. Dean and S. Roberts. Mr. A. F. Dumergue wjt. appointed hon. treasurer. Mr. Baguley very kindly offered the Mersey Mission to Seamen's room for the use of the various committees, which was accepted. Another meet- ing is to be held on Monday evening to further the arrangements. VESTRY MEETING.—The annual v-ostry was held on Friday, the Vioar. the Rev. H. J. Dawson, presiding. The. accounts shewed a balance of JST. 19s. 10d., against JEo. 2s. 9d. last year. Whitby Mission accounts, submitted by Mr. Dumergu: shewed a. balance of 129. 6d., iagg,iii,st Ll. 17s. 4d. Mr. Dumergue mad a state- ment shewing the position of the olergy fund. The rooeltYL4 from November 28, 1906, to April 28 1908, were £ 182. 15s. 2d.. there being at present a balance of E20. 15s. Id. Special sub- scribers were Mrs. Smith (Whitby) 94, Mr. E. U. Jones B5. Mr. G. R. Jebb E3. ;s, Mr, P. Owens, £ 3. Is., Mr. and the Misses Chambers £ 4. 4s., Mr. Harrison (Eastham) L2. 28.. Mr. France (Eastbam; .62. 2s.. Mr. J. Rice Ll. Is., tha Rov. F. Clifton-Smith E5, Mr. Mansfield £ 2. 2s., Mr. R. Brocklebank JE25, total L56. 15,3. Mr. Dumergue stated that chore were about 40 subscribers in the parish at the commencement, but tlnore had been a considerable failing off. Tho Vioar proposed a vote of thanks to the rer tiring wardens, Messrs. BLavney and Nicholas, who had very ably and conscientiously carried out. their duties. Mr. Wallbank seconded, and it was oarri-cd. The two gentlemen suitably re- sponded. Mr. Baguley proposed a vote- of thanks to the sidesmen at the parish ohuroh and Whitby. Mr. Pugh seconded, and it. was car- ried. The Vic.a,r proposed the retiring wardens be æ-eLeoied. Mr. Walilank accondfd, and it WM carried nnanioM['s!y. ??e?M. T. Wilkin- &GH and P. Wilding did not s?ek rc-dection a8 ?idosmcn, a.nd the foUowmg were elected: — Parish church: Messrs. G. Dawkes, A. E. Nurse,' W. Wallbank, John Prioe, F. Wright, F. Ward. II. W. Boultbee, S. Hough, F. Egginton, A. F. Dumergue, J. Burrow and L. King. Whitby: Messrs. W. Tooth. G. Jenkins, S. Johnson, A. Saiics, juur., W. H. Davies and J. Jones. On the motion of the Vicar. Mr. Dumergue was elected senior sidesman at Whitby. Messrs. Wallbank and Blan?y were elected lay dele- gatc*). and Messrs. Dumergue. Grifiiilis and MeOulchoon auditors. The Vioar proposed a vote of thanks to all church worker?, whom he enumerated. Looking back on the past year, tho Vicar said, he could consider it as success- ful Up to the time of the fire the various or- ganisations had gone well. and he thought some good had come out of the fire It had made tile parishioners realise that a parochial hall was a rcaJ necessity, and they had set to work with a will. He hoped shortly to announce something definite in regard to the site, and when they might expect building operations to commence. He considered the assistant oleu-gv fund did not get tho support it might do in the parish, and iippcvaled for more help in this direction. The plACC was growing so rapidly that it would soon be xwx*iSE»ry to oonsidt-r i.ow {.hey could got an additional cur ate, as there was plenty of work for Mr. Jainm himself, and another man. He thougltt ihtty could then with more confidence appeal for holp from outside. A volc- of thanks' to t3ws oliajlm%Q eiosod lite meeting.

CONNAH'S QUAY & SHOTTON. SOCIAL.—The proceeds of the social re- cently held in the Queen's Ferry School, in aid of the Shotton and Queen's Ferry Nursing Association, realised 29, 10. A NARROW SHAVE.—During the height of the severe thunderstorm whioh visited this distriot. in the earlv hours of Sunday morning, a young rna-n named John George, residing in Cestrian-street, Connah's Quay, had a miraculous escape from being killed by a flash of lightning. Mr. George was cycling from Denbigh, and when he got near Krister- ton a flash of lightning struck his handle-bar, knocking the lamp off his machine, and bend- ing him into the hedge, where he remained for some time in an unoonsciotit; condition. He also lost his hat, and the torrential rain put him into a rattier awkward predicament. J CHILE E-STR EET FOOTPATIT.-The oommittee to whom this matter was rene-gated with power to act, viz., Messrs. John Jone6 (chairman), W. R. Lee, W. J. Nichols, and James Cooper, and Richard Parry (clerk), mot at Jubilee-street on Monday, with Mr. Fred Green, representing the Premier Artificial Stone Co.. Mr. Haswell (clerk to the Haworden Parish Council, and a representative of Messrs. I John Summers and Sons, Ltd. After care- fully examining the site an appeal was made to Mr. Robert Davjes, grocer, the owner of a pieoe of land, to aAlow the Council to remove a fence abutting t.he road some distance track to admit of the path's being carried out in a direct line. He readily consented, subject to the approval of his friends, and the com- mittee then decided to re.commend the Council to place the flagstones on the east side of the I I 1 -1 1 I street, ana in a straight line witn tre Drtags. and continued to the river bank.-Tii-e Clerk read a letter he had received from the District Oounleil saying they 'would contribliko 1;45 towards the c,cet. The work will be commenced on Monclav next. FUNERAL OF CAPTAIN WILLIAM HEWITT. We regret to record the death of Captain William Ilewitt. of Connah's Quay, which occurred very suddenly on Saturday evening He had been in indifferent health for some time pa.3t. but his sudden death caused quite a surprise, as he was in the town shortty before. Three years ago he retired from sea- faring life, giving up the command of the schooner Elizabeth Jane. a vessel which he had charge of since 1375. The funeral took J place on Wednesday afternoon. Flawfi were I hoisted at half-mast on all the shipping in the port and on the various business places. The chief mourners were Captains Joseph and Albert Hewitt, Henry, George, and Mary Ilewitt (sons and daughter). Mrs. Joseph and Mrs. Albert Hewitt (daughters-in-law^, Captain Stephen Hewitt and Thlrs. Griffiths (brother and sister). Among others present were representatives of the Independent Order of Oddfellows, of which deceased was a mem- ber, and a number of his did associates. Many beautiful wreaths were sent by friends and relatives. Deceased, who was 66 years of age, was a nati ve of Connah's Quay. CANTATA.—On Weidncydav. eveinmg the I RivBrtown C'ongiregational Church, Shotton, was packed to excess with an appreciative audience to hear the members of the Rev. Lydia James's Sunday school class render the cantata, "Tho Rose Queen." The large number of children had been most carcflilly trained, and every- thing off exceedingly well, reflecting great credit. on Mrs. James. The following took part:—Rose Queen, Nellie Hughes; Flora, M. A. Griffiths; Fairy Queen, Eva Vaughan; Stranger, John Griffiths. The chorus children, representing shepherds, shep- herdesses. gypsy boys and girls, nymphs and naiads, were all that could be desired, the encores being frequent. The other characters were Sprites of the Season, Spring, Annie Thomas; Summer, May Senior; Autumn, Nellie Davies; Winter, Annie Hughes; pre- sentation of crown, C. Warnbey; Garland, Phoebe James; Seeptre, Eva J. Griffith; Queen's attendants, Lily Nock, P. Hazeldine. Elsey Darley, Nellie Jones, Tanner Ellis, and Lizzie Brieriey. The cantata was given in character, and the beautiful dresses of the young ladies were admired. Mr. David Miles presided at the organ, and Mis Parkinson ren- dered severail cleverly-executed mandoline solos. The cantata was repeated on Saturday evening to accommodate the large number who were unable to gain admission on the Wednesday. There were again a large number present, and. if anything, the ohoir excelled themselves.—A hearty vote of thanks was enthusiastically ac- corded to Mrs. James and the choir. B OTA N I STS' DELIGHT.—Through the kindness of Mr. J. R. tieme., of ep"o Hall, Connah's Quay, the members of the Liverpool Botanical Society were allowed to explore the noted Wepre Woods and their picturesque sur- rouridings on Saturday afternoon. The day was ideal, and a large party arrived. They weie met at the station by Lieut. E. 1,1. Marriott. R.N.R., who acted as guide. The interest was ohicfly in mosses, little attention being paid to the flora. A spool-al look-out was kept for the spindilo tree, whioh was mentioned in Bing-- lev'a book of "North Wales" about t.he year 1800. It was said to grow in the ivy-clad ruins of Ewloe Castle, which was the acbu." of the defeat by the Welsh of the advance guard of the English Army under Henry II. in the year 1157. To the delight of all. this tree was dis- covered in the exact spot described by "B-inglev, after an interval of over a century. This is probably the only spot where it glows at the present day in the Liverpool district, as it has long disappeared from the only other elation (which is in Lancashire) whence it was found many years ago. Their rediscovery of it at Con- nall's Quay onab'es them to reinclude it in the Liverpool flora, as they bad considered it ex- tinct. Other interesting plants found were Lamium Galcobdolon, Luzula sylvatisa. Myrrhis odorata (sweet oioelv), Carex pendula, narcissus, j pwudo-narcissus, and the woodruff (Asperula odorata), etc. After a most profitable and in- teresting afte: noon had been spent the party re- turned to the Hare and Hounds Hotel, where ¡ an excellent repast was provided bv Mr. and Mrs. BowM. Mr. J. A. Wheldon, F.L.S.. who presided, characterised th:i Wepre Woods as full of wealth for anyone to explore, and he hoped before long they would pay a return visit. Their visit had been made more interest- ing by having Mr. Marriott as their guide, not only for his knowledge of plants and mosses, but because he knew where to take them to find them. (Applaud.) Mr. Marriott said it was as muoh pleasure to him as to the-ro, and his aorvice? would always be at Llneir disposal. (Applause.) A hearty vote of thanks was also accorded Mr. I' reme and Mr. and Mrs. Bowes. TERRITORIAL ARMY DISAPOINT- MENT.—Captain Chas. Hurlbutt, commanding officer af the local Volunteer corps, writing in this month's St. Mark's Parish Magazine on the new Territorial Army, says:—"It may be, and certainly should be, of interest to your readers to learn how the new conditions, brought about by converting the Volunteer force into a Territorial Army, have affected the local company at Connall's Quay. For some time it seemed aartain that the company would have to be disbanded altogether, as under the new scheme the battalion must not exceed a strength of eight companies, and our com- pany being the last formed was naturally the one to be struck off. However, we worked hard to save it, pointing out to the authorities the exoellent record we have always held for discipline and efficiency in drilling and shoot- ing, and reminding them of the efforts made to build and furnish the drill hall, and make the range meet the latest requirements for musketry, so that eventually we succecded, and it was deoided to disband H Company at Aber- gele. So far everything was a success, but now came what has Lo,en to me a grievous disap- pointment. The company had been preserved, but the men of the company would not come forward and do their part. I could not have believed that after my close association with them for seven years they wouid have failed me now. All the sergeants and most of the corporals at once enlisted, I am proud to say, but only four privates have come forward up to time of writing. I cannot understand what prevents them, as practically nothing is changed except the namte. The Volunteer foroe becomes the Territorial Army, the com- pany becomes H instead of K, and the men are now called soldiers. They enilist for four years instead of three, but those who were in the oompany prior to March 31st only enlist for one year. They must go to camp for a week. and when posible for a fortnight, but if a fj'1 i" prevented by sickness or threatened lost of employ nieot, or sorue other good or sufficient reason, he will be excused attendance. He used to get 5s. for eight days in camp, he will now get h. per day for every day he is in camp, beold" whioh he wail draw a messing allowance and will get a good, strong pair of boots. The number of drills and the musketry course for efficiency are precisely the same, Where, then, is the difficulty? May I appeal to all your readers to use their in- fluence to lrsnad: the young men of Connah's Quay to shew themselves worthy of the name of Briton, and to oflier their services freely and willingly and at once in defence of King and country. They have until the 30th of June in which to make up their minds, but I hope they will not leave it so lato, as it will be almost impossible to put in their ton drill Is and get through class-firing before 25th July, when we go into camp at Conway. Unless we get the u« -n bhe company must go, and we are brought within measurable distance of compulsory ser- vice. In conclusion I appeal to the patriotism And loyalty of the young men of Connah's Quay to rally round me and fiiil up the ranks of our company to its full strength, and may I ask for the support and good wishes of the whole parish in this effort too."

HEL8BY. I MCSIU SUCCESSES.—At the recent London College of Music examination the following candidates of Mr. A. Yould, F.L.C.M., were suc- cessful in gaining certificates in theory of music: Elementary ooction, Mied F. Ash ton and Master F. Davies; junior pass section, Miss L. Seymour; intermediate section. Mr. W. Burrows. Miss ;hton obtained 95 and Master Davies 94 marks out of a possible 100. LICENSING BILL.—In connection with the Frotfaharn and District Free Church Council, a public meeting in support of the Licensing Bill was held in the United Methodist Free Church on Tuesday evening, Mr. S. Wood ward (Kings- leyi presiding. Addresses in support, of the Bill were delivered by the chairman and t-he Revs. S. Watoihousa (Congregational), of Frodsham, J. H. Rollason (Primitive Methodists), of Kings- iey, and W. H. Moselev (Weslevan), of Frod- s ham. A resolution in favour of the Bill was passed. PATtOCHlAC, COMMITTEE.—The monthly mooting was held on Monday evening, Mr. J. T. Collier presiding. Plans of a house to be built in Bates-lane for Mr. Thomas Davies were pasaed. as were also plans on behalf of Mr. F. Thornlcy for the Laying out of a new road and shewing proposed villas to be erected thereon. A letter was read from Mr. C. H. Higson, com- plaining of the dust nuisance. It waa decided to forward it to the County Council and to inform Mr. Iligson that it waa the Parish Council's intention to water the roads more frequently during the dry weaklier. The water and sewage sub-committee were re-appointed, and on the proposition of Mr. James Taylor were I accorded a vote of thank,, for their past services. The Inspector reported in regard to the venti- lating shaft in Alvanlev-road, and suggested it be removed 50 yards further up, to which the owner of the land was agreeable. After dis- cussion, however, it was resolved that the sewerage sub-committee, with the inspector, visit the shaft. The Inspector said nothing had yet been done to stop the overflow of surface water from the main road to the Railway Cot- tages. and it was resolved to call the County Council's surveyor's attention to the matter. The engineer's report for the past month read as follows:—Hours pumped. 167; cubic feet of gas consumed, 41,090; gallons of water pumped, 906,807. The Chairman extended a hearty welcome to the new member, Mr. J. Editiond- sou.

FLINT. I PRIMROSE LEAGUE.—The members of the Mostyn and Flint Habitation of the Primrose League lielflt their annual soiree in commemora- tion of Primrose Day at the lowr. Hall, on Wednesday evening, and the event was a huge success. The hall was crowded almos,t to ÛX. cess. Dancing was indulged in to the strains of Coupar's Band. The hon. secretary CUrs. Barbara Bellis) is to be 'complimented upon the success of the evening. PETTY SESSIONS.—These sessions were held at the Town Ilall, on Wednesday, before Mr. Joseph Hall (in the ohair) and Mr. J. R. Alex- ander.—Joseph Barwise, of Maes Gwyn. Flint, was summoned for using a vehicle in (IlLtroli- street on the 24th without a light attached. P.O. Pierce proved the case. A fine of 5s. and costs was irnpofed. -Ellen Chaloner summone.d Annie Harrison a.nd A. Forsyth, both of Evans street, for sure-ties. Complainant, who lived in Evans- stroot, said defendants wør21 mother and daugh- ter, and they were continually annoying Itcr, and on the 26th n't. both stated they would blind her. She was in danger of her life. Both defendants were bound over. 4

FRODSHAM. I PAROCHIAL COMMITTEE—A meeting I was hold Of Friday evening. Mr. CI E. Liicaker presiding. The various committees were reap- po;ntc-d.-Th.- Clerk produced a letter from the Frodsham Parish Council forwarding a, resolu- tion from the Lordship Parish Council with reference to a scheme for obtaining fire appli- ances. After some discussion it was resolved that the scheme hs not entertained.—The Chair- man remarked that the resolution wa<9 without doubt a proper one. They were at present quite well supplied with fire extinguishing apparatus, and a.s far as he had been abLo to investigate the new scheme, foe thought, it would mean, if cariied out, sGmi-thing like a pentiy rate to Frodsha.m.-A proposition was moved, "That this committee- were ,till oprn 10 negotiate with the Lordship Council in regard to joining in i the ownership of the present fir applianoca. An amendment was moved that tlio Lordship Council be not asked to join in tho ownership. If they wanted to do 00, Let t.horn make approach first.- Tii, amendment was easily carried.—The Clerk produced and read a letter from the parish nurso complaining of the insanitary condition of certain cottage properly.—Tiie Inspector re- ported that he had made an examination of the property complained of, and he found no real cause for complaint, there being nothing insani- tary about the cottages.—Mr. P. Jones mowd, in accordance with notice given, that a publio convenience bo provided in Frodsham. He sug- gested ottO could be built aooo to the railway bridge in Church-%steret.—Five voted for the motion and five against, INld I tho Chairman gave his casting vote against it.

POINTS. 4 The bye elections are having a chaste- ning effect on Cobdenite Free Traders. Following up Sir John Brunner's memorable advice to his Radical friends to give up that part of the Manchester school's policy which is called laisser- faire," the Daily News" makes a remarkable confession. It admits that Cobdenism in one respect is obsolete and dead. Laisser- I faire' is an abandoned policy, and Free Traders can meet the legitimate anxieties and ambitions of business men only by shewing their readiness to use State action to promote national production and trade." All this, of course, is in conflict with the late jubilation of Mr. Lloyd- George and other eminent Radicals over our booming trade returns, but it is wonderful what curative effects a few decisive bye-elections can have on the most rooted principles of our opportu- nist Government.

LITTLE SUTTON. DEATH OF MR. PETER LEE.-Many will regret, to learn of the death of Mr. Peter Lee on Friday, after a long and painful illness. Few men were belter known or more respccted than diecoasod, he having been a resident, in the village many years. He was a Methotlist, a trustee of the Wes'eyan Church, and for some voara a Sunday school teacher and class leader, the remains were- interred at Fasti)am on Tues- day, the service b?ing conducted by tho Rev. E. L. Ley-Peake (Wosleyan), the first portion being at the Weslevan Churoh, w,iic,n- Mr. Peake delivered all appreciation of his life- and work in connection with the church. Among thoso present at the sen'10c WDr0 Mrs, Waieing (sister), M:'9. Ladds (sister-in-law), Mr. Tlios. Worsloy, Messrs. Richard, J. T., and Jos. Lee, Mrs. Dudley, Mrs. Whesmora, Miss Neild. Mr. and Mrs. Broeter, Mrs. Gal ton, Mr. and Mrs. J. Nioholis, Mr. and Mrs. L. Lee, Mr. and A. Stephen,. Mr. J. E. Hughes, Mr. W. A. Read, Mr. Mersey Jones, Mr. T. Whitby, Mrs. Robinson, Messrs. W. T. and G. Trueman, Mr. A. Grimes, Messrs. W. and C. Cartwright, Mrs. ,sh--Phc,id. Mr. and Mrs. Knowles, and Mr. E. Arthur. —————— «

NORTHOP. PAN ANGLICAN CONGRESS.-Peemt ool- lections were made in tha Norfhop Pariah Churoh, in the Bast Norbhop Church, and in the Soughton Mission Room. towards the St. Asaph Pan-Anglican thankoffe-ring fund, and amounted to JE66. 14s. lid, 4

BROUGHTON. I CONCERT.—A highly successful ooncert, organised in aid of church expenses, was held last week. The Vicar of the parish presided. The programme was contributed by the following:—Mrs. Sidney Sharpe, Miss Wooiley, Mks Olive Cooper, and Messrs. A. and J. Mayhew, Mrs. Broadbent., Mr. James Maddocks, and tho Rev. Seutham. There was a crowded attendance and everyone seemed highly delighted with the evening's entertain- ment. X

NORTHOP HALL, I BAND OF ITOPE.Oii Sattirday, afternoon the children attending the Oalvinistic Methodist Church Band of Hope held their annual demon- stration. A glorious day favoured the young people, ani the ancient village was en fete. Tea was served in th<? schoolroom, after which a pro- cession Wa3 formed, and, headed by the Connah's Quay Wesleyan Drum and Fife Band, they pro- ceeded to a field, where all kind's of amusements wore indulged in until late, in the evening. BENEFIT CONCERT.—Oil Wednesday even- ing a successful benefit concert wa.s given in the Unted Mctohodit Schoolroom, the proceeds be- ing in aid of a local family. A large nnmbe-r attended. Mr. George Parry, of Buckley, pre- sided and the following oont,ribut.ed to a well- sustained programme of vo-eal and instrumental music, many of the items being deservedly on- cored: Miss H. Robeits, Mrs. R. II. Jones, lVle9r3, Edward Hughos, John Hug-l1es. VV. Davies, D. E. Williams, J. Davies. J. W. Jones, W. T. Will iams, John ling IKS, T. Hughes, etc. Miss Pollie Humphreys, of Connah's Quay, proved li5>:d^lf an efficient accompanist. A —

HESWALL. I FISIIERWOMAN'S FUNERAL—The funeral took place at the Pariah Church, Heswail, on Monday, of illi-zi. Jane LpwLs, T-ILQ wife of Richard Lewis, fisherman, of Banks-road. Hes- wa-11. Te deceased was only 34 years of age, and leaves two children. Her dc-ath created general sorrow. The svlmpatliy felt and lespect in which she was held was indicated by the large number who attended the funeral, some 110 altogether, the largest funeral that lias taken pkioe for some time in ihe neighbourhood. Like her husband, she was a native of Neston, and both belonged! to families of fisherfolk. The fol,lowing were- the piincipal mourners Richaid Lowis (widower), lVIary Lewis (daughter), M. and J. Campion (brothers), Mesdames Metealf, Peers, Micldleton and Peters (sisters), Messrs, J. Medoalf, J. Peers, J. Micldleton, H. Peters and T. Taylor (brothers-in-law), Mis. James Ca.mpion I J arnes, John <1100 Wni. Lewis (brolhers-in-law), Mcsdamcs Freeman, James and John Lewis (sisters-in-law), Mrs. E. Murphy, Mrs. A. McKay, Mary J. Campion. Mr. W. Campion, D. Roscoe, Mrs. J. Smith, Mis. Jones, Mrs. Ouldred, J. Rodgers, John and James Bre.iriev and many others. Wie-atlus were :r'llt by the following "Husband and children," Mr. and Mrs. Medcalf, Mr. and Mrs. Peers, Mr. and Mrs. Middlcton, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Lewis, Mr. and Airs. S. Brieriey, Mr. and Mrs. Croos, Mr. and Mrs. Evans, Mr. and Mrs. T. Lloyd, Mr. and Mrs. Contrail, Miss E. Cross, Mr. G. Brown (of Liverpool), Mrs. McKay, Mrs. Cannon, Air. and Mrs. Jas. Swift, Mr. and Mrs. J. Campion, Mrs. Griffiths, Miss A. Roscoe, Mr. and Mrs. dark. Mr. and Mrs. A. ar,4\1,?s. ('lark, ?Nfr. 4ncl M AV. and scve?a"L

I CAERGWRLE. EXTRAORDINARY ALLEGATIONS—At! the C-aergwrle Petty Session, on Thursday, ho- fore Messrs. H. H. Hughes (in the chair), W. G. Barcroft and William Fryer, a collier, of Caergwrle named George Tudor, was summoned by his wife, who applied for an order of separa- tion on the ground of persistent cruelty.—Mr. J. B. Marston (Mold), who appeared for complain- ant, -assured the bench that th.? oas? was one of the worst they had heard. Defendant, he said, was al ways most cruel at tho time his wife was approaching maternity and was entitled to his greatest consideration. She had fled from tho house- at nights on twenty separate occasions, and onoe he ohascd her and her children with a loaaod guii, which, acting on the advice of Tudor's mothel" the wife Hubsrquently destroyed. Razors with which he had threatened his wife Iwid been taken possession of by neighbours, who still retained them, while he had also threa- tened her with a carving knife. Some years ago Mis. Tudor found it necessary to have. her husband arrested for assault—Mrs. Tudor said they were married at Hope Church 16 years ago, and there were six children of the marriage. Defendant was addicted to drink, and frequently ill-used her. On the 13th ult. he came home in drink, and commenced cursing and swearing. Ho attempted to strike- her, but their daughter intervened. II? got her by the hair and ° beat her about the lica-d and knocked her down. Ho then ran her out of the house, and she was joined by her daughter, who remained with her to see if defendant would cpiieten down and go to bed, but he did not do so. and they remained out all night. On the following day she re- turned to fOe2- if he would behave himself, but he threatened to finish her if she did not clear out. She then left, and had not been to the house since. Complainant then spoke to pre- vious ac-is of cruelty referred to by her advocate, —pof^da-nl-, in reply to the Chairman, said his wife frequently Ieft him to drink with other wom?in. The reason of the disturbance on tho 13th ult. was that he insisted upon the- oldost girl's remaining indoors at night. His wife had run him into debt to the exteat. of over £ 40. He denied that he was addicted to drink, and urgrxi that h? had never lost time from work owing to drink.—The Chairman said it was a very serious case, and' it was fortunate for de- fendant he was not there on a more, serious charge. An order of separation would be granted, with 17s. 6d. p"r week maintenance, and £ 1. lis. 6d. costs, and the custody of the liIix children.

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THE SPANISH SWI?' { A. _,a, I T Qli'  THE OLD TRICK AT OON?A? I f ())P':J Some year, ago many tradesmen Of CI A)pl,? I Quay and district revived lE"tter fll(I o?o intimating tha, fortunes w?re a.'?'? jt?"? IIltlmatmg tl. at for'tll!1(>6 'IV: aW ?  loft by relatives in Spain, L,ut ?(tf"? aware of anyone being duped. A jjo iyo,  receive d clav bv Mr. R'cha'? f? tea merchant of Connah's Qua}' ?h?j? -hloh should serve as a to t.0 may receive 6tii tar opI s,?ies. It C-Oltialjwe?? "Castle of Barcdon.a, 17/3/03 Hotden. My dear air and reta.nvc?'?)f? I have not the pieasurc of k-M-.V?rf?? -jOnaHy. bttt only by the r?fr&nc? ¡If' ceased wife (Mary Ho:den', your rc?tiyS. ? tdking about the individuals ? ol1 t,tlk inL? ai--otit t,ii, Indivi,(Iti-,LI,3 Of Oil pipil'fl? praised your honcaty and g'o?? Ij litl t4t, addr<?R you dna &rst. and probably I ?J Motived by my bad state of h?'?'j r?'? to "xpidin to YOU my ,ad situation- ? Ill] OJ' your protection fcr mv d.u!a;htc'- „))' ^i^ child, of 14 years, I keep in a b??' ???"?? Here I am closely wa.toLd by "'Y' elle oil I hope you will not revea i t? ?"? ?, ?' I h<)pe yott iv,;Il not rev.?--al t 11 ar)Y'Y' lightest particular of the P?? 'J<I;¡t V' S"CrNary and Trcasnt?r. tlefait r?, war, of General -Nlartine:?4d ■ ing the'enHrp confidence t?t' t fit gentleman, I p!aced i?y C1pital in ?P???" iC?,? pt'.f so as to c:aa:.? a splendid 'Z c1aughtN, I alwavi Iov?d with P"" i4Orl' would have been happy had my PrC JJJ' V I tinned till the end of 1 ? 21 war but tfl. jiiy "y he was replaced by General V* J fortune eommenc-ed, a. I ?vN? not ? jo ft him to Spain. Now, as I was not C'Lib.9- a frl,ndj%- ii.?litic. 1 '? l'bIJj.on on fhaEf of th Rei)LI?ii j. ?,))' victims of th meet per?d trc??o?',))'' 1, ??- e d to fli on ]ltigl; h  i??o ll ,to I'ged to ay on ?Hah ?nr..id. ??'?,??' tlfoi a fortune valued ?t .M9.COO. Afts? n ? io residence in London I reeved t' 't?J ve of my wif, da.th, by xvlll311 nly -itod'tiij.? despair and without h?)p. Thi? ? t<? bet d. f l' "IC J ma d e I( an imperious necessity for f' rip to ?pain and joir. my daughter ?" jor) to London. Before 5tu,rt,in.?.. co?' Jc'? impr-id?nttotake-uon?wb') me ?:?P J. able amount, I yielded to place • a hIe a,mOH\l.t, I y'¡(>oId. t.o place It J oIl1111 London under a private cont'-ac' ?'" deposit, this t.?in? mentioned in ??j?'?'' payable to the bearer t)w B"k- ?narant.e?. This document I  I aecret na di tion of my portma-nt?  I made that the keenest eyes e-a-ttf10 tI -tl?11 W ma.de t,hat ¡,he kBenæt eyoo ca.nn 'n #Lrd. Then, sat.i-in<?d to ?e my fortune .??f??'' I "ped for Spa.in. wher I waa 0' ? l' øl ( the MiiitArv authorities and t ,?, ,,I to g-?na. wh.MC the MMitAry court °° to 16 years' hard labour. I am xtirl It 01 in ^•|1 in this (Jastle of Barcelona, Wi1<J bihterly, deprived of all cotnmun'?ti?'?  the outside world, even with my am onJy viit.?NI by t.hc cn;),p!<n o"< who io my K?fc?or and b frje )t?? to him I am able to write jhi" l'^i^ t h 4( 1 13.;perate 3t4ite of nly lioalltll- 'hiob fo the dQ?perate 6tlte of my h?t?- ibe i K will bo fatal and prompt onf' IlIlit, ,elf of many further pages the writer co? )f'???? daughter to the care of ,-Nfr. tl()Ide"' re4l' 00o him to advance to the liaplairl" a "In' of hmtoa,dvanc<:tot.he  rl1-; which he said wa.s nece-Bary to re .1i?e,j,o fortune, and "as a just reward fo' b? l?O a^istance." promised to leave h"11 0$e' o'' i)rotnl-3eul t4o l?,,avl- ilia, f,rt.titte. Eiiclooed was ellt0ir.t119 Oro a Spanish newspaper purportm? part of the story of the writer flrjji'11 Needless to say the trick faded i" l r. case. f

ROSSETT. I t: BARNFELDE. "—The desirable residence known as "Barnfelde," Burton, recently pur- chaiSied by Dr. Godfrey Roberts, has, we under- stand been let to Colonel Thompson, of Chester. t

BRETTOft. I ACCIDENT TO MR. J. MITCHELL.-Mr. J. Mitchell, farmer, Digby Farm, Bretton, was exercising a horse in the vicinity of the farm premises on Tuesday when the animal reared and fell. Mr. Mitchell was badly bruised and the cup of his right knee was fractured. He was removed to the Chester Infirmary, and detained as an in-patient. LEAVING OF AN OLD RESIDENT.—We lose one of our most-popular and highly-es- teemed residsnts in the person of Mrs. Hig- ginson, who gave up her farm on Friday hist. She is a first-class lady farmer. In cheese- making she has been very much to t-ho front, taking a prize at last Chester how. She kept a good stud of horses, and several made high prices at her disposal sale a few weeks ago. Mrs. Hi?ginMn is now .1ímg at Waverton. is now IiviiL,? at Wavertoii.

CHILDER THORNTON. QUOIT CLUB DINNER.—Last week, at the club dinner the president (Mr. II. A. Latham) presented the silver cup (offered by him to the Quoiting Club last season) to the winner, Mr. B. Francis, and in doing &o congratulated Mr. Franci a on his success. He was pleased that a resident in lbor-itoi had won it. The Chair- man submitted the toast of "The Childer Thorn- ton Quoit. Club, and in doing 00 hoped the time was not far distant when they would again win the gold medals. The game kept the men together in tiie summer months, and provided pleasant lecieation. He expressed his intention. of presenting another silver cup to be played for during the current season. Mr. J. Hill (hon. secretary), in responding, thanked the chairman for his kind wishes to the club, a.nd al-io for tho interest he took in thom. He had great pleasure in submitting the toast of "The President," and hoped that Mr. Latham would Jong consent to occupy that position. Mr. Latham acknowledged the toast. During the evening songs were given bv Messrs. F. Cooper. W. Evan* B. Francis, W. HiU. W. Parker, T. Pany, etc., in addition to selections on the gramaphonie. a

INCE. MEN'S PROVIDENT SOCIETY.—A meet- ing was held on Monday evening, tho Rev. F. G. Slater (vicar) presiding. The receipts amounted to E71. Is. and the expenditure to JE45. The assets of the club amounted to £ 698. 2s. lOd. The Secretary proposed. in view of the very flourishing condition of the society, an amend- ment of Rule 4, viz., that on the death of a member the. amount due be increased from £8 to LIO. and on the death of a member's wife from 1;4 to JE5; aino that widows of deceased members 1 H; still allowed to participate in death profits on an annual payment of 2s. yearly. This was seconded by Mr. Joseph Ellai-yic, and carried unanimously. A further resolution re- garding rc-in vestment of part of the funds at present in the Chester Savings Hank, with a view to securing better interest, was negatived for the time boing. Afterwards it was decided, on tho proportion of Mr. H. Garner, that the annual "walking day" of the club take place on the third Saturday in June. Among those present was Mr. John Wrarburton, South Bank, Elton, one of the society' s trustees. —————— 4

WHITCHURCH. CURIOUS ACCIDENT.—A somewhat singu- lar accident happened at the Victoria lIotol on Friday evening. A farmer's horse was about to be put in the yard, when it sauntered on to an asphalt pavement which formed tho roofing of a collar attached to the property. No sooner was the horse on the pavement than it gave way and the horse suddenly disappeared from view. The animal was subsequently persuaded to climb the steps ioudiiug up from the cella.r, and beyond a few cuts appeared none the worse for its adventure. URBAN COUNCIL.—The monthly meeting took place on Tuesday afternoon, Mr. R. T. Smith presiding. *Willia-rns gave figures relating to the market receipts during the month, and, in reply to Mr. Eison, ho stated that these compared very favourably with the average for the past live years.—The Markets Committee reported that they had granted to the Liberal Association the use of the building in St. Mary's street recently purchased by the Council, at fZl a week for a minimum of three weeks, with gas, &c., extra. Mr. Hayes, as the spokesman of the committee. said there was no political feeling in this matter, and if the other side had applied first they would have been treated the same.-It was decided to call a special meeting of the Council for May 26th to consider the surveyor's report on the water questions.—Applications for the use of the band- stand in the park on Sundays were granted, but the Chairman said his objection to this was well- known. as for some years he had been as one crying in the wilderness.—Mr. Elson concurred. .oil

GRESFORD. ROSE SOCIETY.—The oommittoo of the Gresford Roee Society met at the Coooa Rooms on Monday evening in order to make arrange- ments for t.he forthcoming exhibition to be held at Gladwvn Park. The attendance included Mr. G. H. F. Robertson (in the chair), Mr. P. L. Rooper, Mr. J. Barr Adams, Mr. W. Bowman (Hope Hall), and Mr. Ellis Williams (secretary). It was decided, on the motion of Mr. Roopcr, to leave the details relating to the show in the hands of the chairman and secretary. The I adjudicators of the exhibits were chosen and the Sports Committee reappointed.

BURTON (IN WIRRAL). CONCERT AT THE INSTITUTE.—What is generally admitted to be the finest- concert over given in the village took place in tho Institute on Friday evening, before a large tn4 apprecia- tive audience. The artists we-reo Madame. Agnes Croxton (soprano), the Chester Aeolian Quar- tette, consistipg of Messrs. Varley (alto, Chester Cathedral), II, Dryland (tenor). S. Whholey (baritone), S. Dring (bass); and Mr. Loui Parry (humorist). The programme was opened by the Quartette party with a magnificent rendering of "Here's Lifo and Health." This was re- ceived with an emphatic outburst of applause, and proved to be but the prelude to a series of triumphs, E?noore following encore in oontinuoua sucocssion, whi? the a.rÜt5 kindly 'Ü5pod:xI to MM ott-repeated (MmatMs 01 tlwtr admirers. M&dajn.o CroxM? gave a delightful wnjcring of two charming items, viz., "The Waltz Song" and "May Morniag." Mr. Loui Parry was at his b:'st as an exponent of refined humour, and his delineations of the various characters who were responsible for "Tho Village Concert" elicited roars of laughter. His pathetic render- ing of "The Old Bachelor" was a capital per- formance. Messrs. Varley, Whiteley, Dryland and Dring were not less successful with their songs, and the quartettes were, a most charming feature of the entertainment throughout. Miss Mcalor (Ivy Farm, Nesa) and Mr. S. Dring (All Saints', Hoole) ably acted as accompanists, and the arrangements were in the capable hands of Mr. W. S. Sbatpe, the chairman of the Institute, who, with the committee, is to be congratulated on an entertainment that was far and away in advance of anything of the kind previously given here. The progra<mme was as unùer: -Quarttotte, "Here's Life and Health"; song, "The Rose of Life," Mr. J. E. Varley; trio, "The Gypsies' Laughing trio," Mesers. Diviand. Whiteley and Dring; song, "Waltz Song," Madame Agnes Croxton; ejuartette, "Old King Cole" song, "My Old Shako," Mr. S. Dring; musical sketch, "The Village Oon- oort," Mr. Loui Parry; quartette, "Of a' the Aiits" song, "The Little Irish Girl," Mr. S. Will tek-y; song. "A Dolly and a Coach." Madame Agnes Cioxton quartette, "The Gos- lings"- song. "An Evening Song," Mr. H. Dry- land; gong "My Sweetheart when a Boy," Mr. J. E. Varley; musical monologue, "The Old Bachelor," Mr. Loui Parry.

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