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I BANGOR NATIONAL SCHOOL. I To the Editor of the North Wales Chronicle. SIR,-While pondering over bygone days—tnat nappy epoch of school-life, I cannot help thinking of the very many good impressions which were then instilled into me, and which I may say now prove to be my mainstay in business, and prosperity in life. It is with a feeling of gratitude that I allude to Mr. Foulkes, the late master of the Bangor National School, under whose tujgliB I was fortunately placed when young. All of your reaSSSwho have been under his instruction, will know how actively he laboured in imparting useful knowledge to his pupils, and how notable his earnestness was while implanting into their young hearts those great truths out of the Book of Life, thereby reminding them of their duty to their Creator and fellow-creatures. Mr. Foulkes, during his carreer as a schoolmaster, so endeavoured to realize this principle, that now he has the satisfaction to see the seed then sown "spring forth, and bearing fruit, some an hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty. Having so far dwelt upon the character of Mr. Foulkes as a schoolmaster, and his marked success in that capacity, I new proceed with the question which I desire to impress upon my old schoolmates at Bangor, viz., the desirability of having some public mark of approbation of his valuable service being made to him in the shape of a testimonial. Letters on this subject have previously appeared in your columns; and I certainly thought then that my hopes would soon be realized, but such has not yet been the case. I also find in the last report of the Bangor Diocesan Committee of S. P. O.K., (to which, it appears, he acted as Librarian,) a resolution to the following effect, viz..— "That the Committee of that Society be appointed to solicit subscriptions from those (the clergy) who may be disposed to recognize the long and efficient service of Mr. Foulkes, in the shape of a memento, on his retirement from the office of Librarian." Now, though this resolution was passed, I am not aware that it has been carried out, or, if it has, it was never made public neither can I believe that such could have escaped your sharp eye,' Mr. Editor, or pass your notice, for you have always been so ready and willing to give publicity to all testimonials for meritorious services, if not with your own editorial pen, at least through the columns of your first-class paper; conse- quently, I conclude that this resolution is still in force, and therefore it would be only carrying out the resolution in question, and the wishes of all Mr. Foulkes' old pupils in starting, without delay, the long talked ot testimonial. Indeed, I feel almost ashamed of my fellow schoolboys and Churchmen in Bangor, when I think of that handsome sum presented to a Dissenting minister, at Bangor, who exerted himself so worthily in the cause of education among the Dissenters, and that four years have passed since our friend Mr. Foulkes resigned the mastership of the above school, without any mark of our respect being evinced in any way whatever. What consolation what encouragement, to be sure must it be to the present master, his successor in office, to know, that though he may labour assiduously and effectually for 30 years, he mav retire without any mark of approbation, or public Ites?inioijy of his services; and that, not for want of friends and.admirers, but simply because none appears willing to I cut the ifrst sod.' I would, therefore, suggest that all the old pupils now resident in Bangor should put their shoulders to the wheel," and start this matter at once, which should be commenced by calling a public meeting, and inviting the co-operation of the churchwardens, and then, I doubt not, but that the whole affair would be brought to a suc- sessful issue. I am, Sir, kc. AN OLD PUPIL FROM HOME. [We have been compelled, for want of space, t? !e.we out a part of the above letter.—ED. N.W.C.]

LLANDEGAI. CONFIRMATION.—A confirmation was held by the Lord Bishop of the Diocese, on Sunday last, at St. Ann's Church, for the parochial district attached to that Church. The service commenced at 10 a.m., when Prayers were said by the Incumbent, and the Litany by the Hev, W. Howell, Curate of Llanedi, Diocese of St. David's. The Communion Service was read by the Bishop, after which, the candidates for Confirmation,forty two in number, were affectionately and earnestly address- ed in the Welsh language by his Lordship, on the Christian responsibilities which they were that day ac- knowledging before God and His Church, and the pre- vileges to which they were now being admitted. The whole address was attentively listened to by a large con- gregation. The Holy Communion was afterwards ad- ministered to all the newly confirmed, and a large num- ber of others who remained. The service was through- out choral, the organ being ably presided over by Mr. E. W. Thomas, the organistof the Church. The authem was from Psalm exxxiii. 1, 2, and well sang by the choir.

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I TO ADVERTISERS. Tf hitst wetakecarc to secttrc the correct printing oj advertisements, we cannot be answerable for inaccuracies or for any consequences arisina therefrom. I TO CORRESPONDENTS. No notice can be taken of anonymous communications. What- ever is intended for insertion must be authenticated by the name and address of the writer; not necessarily for publication but as a guarantee of his good faith. We cannot undertake to return rejected communications. ,'Observer's letter headed Nepotism in the Church and State' is too querulous in its tone, and. besides, it does not deal sufficiently in facts. That Law Lords and Church Bishops have their faults and personal predilections, is but another form of saying that they are men; for "to err is human." We cannot encourage fault-finding without the writer shows some practical object to be attained, and this we have failed to find in this communication, and hence we cannot insert it. If Observer will point out and prove any particular act of Injustice, we will willingly insert the letter in the CHRONICLE. QUERIST, Beaumaris "-The information, which he seeks as to the Intentions of Sir Richard Bulkelev in relation to the ensuing Election for the County of Anglesey, will be found in another column of this paper,

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I NEWS OF THE WEEK. The Queen held a Council on Friday, Earls Granville, De Grey and Ripon, and Russell, and Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone, were present.—Sub- sequently, Lords Granville and Russell had audiences of her Majesty as had the Duke of Newcastle and Earl Percy, to deliver up the Badges of the Order of the Garter, worn by the Dukes of Northumberland and Newcastle and Viscount Combermere, Major-General Eyre, and Sir F. Outram, had audiences, to deliver the In- signia of the Order of the Star of India, worn by the late Viscount Combermere, Lord Clyde, and Sir James Outram. On Saturday, the King of the Belgians return- ed to Windsor and the Prince and Princess of Wales arrived on a visit to the Queen.—Their Royal Highnesses returned to Marlborough-house on Monday morning and Prince Alfred joined them during the day. On Tuesday, the Prince of Wales opened the main drainage works, which have been constructing for the last four or five years, to carry off the sewage of the metropolis. A large party went from London to Barking, and from thence to Crossness, where the Prince start- ed the four great pumping engines, which will, henceforth, be kept at work. A large party, in- cluding many of the members of the House of Commons, partook of a splendid luncheon, and then returned to town. On Saturday, Mr. Thomas Acland was elected member for North Devonshire, to succeed the late Mr. J. W. Buller. As the deceased was a libe- ral, and the new member is of the same politi- cal principles, this election makes no difference in the votes of the House.—On Tuesday, Lieut.-Col. Bourne was elected member for Evesham, in the place of the late Sir H. Willoughby; as the gal- laut Colonel is a Conservative, this election also makes no difference in the votes. The Board of Trade Returns, issued on the 31st ult., show that the exports for the month of Fe- bruary, 1863, amounted to R9,298,576 in 1864, to 212,698,121 and in 1865, to £ 11,376,241. For the two month, the amounts were, in 1863, 417,343,731 in 1864, R23,111,707 and in 1865, £ 21,865,553. The revenue returns are favourable notwith- standing the reductions in taxatiou, there being an increase on the year. The amount of the quarter's income, was zEI9,177, 151 but last year it was £ 18,989,089. The year produced, in 1863-4, R70,208,263 in 1864-5, £ 70,313,436. For the quarter, there was a decrease, of 241,000 on the property-tax, and X158,438, on the miscellaneous items. In the year, the customs decreased £ 660,000 property-tax, £ 1,126,000; and miscel- laneous, £ 42,527. There was an increase in all other branches. Mr. George Potter, whose name has, since the strike of the Builders, been so intimately connect- ed with movements of that description, called a meeting in connection with the lock-out of the iron-trade, without any authority. At a special meeting of the London Trades Council, on the 22nd ult., resolutions were passed severely con- demning Mr. Potter and Mr. Danter, President of the Amalgamated Engineers said, his conduct was unworthy of the confidence of any respectable member of Society. In fact, it appeared that Mr. Potter had become the aider aud abetter of strikes they were his bread and cheese.—That has long been our opinion ot this agitator, who, however, denies the truth of the assertion. The lock-out is not terminated. Lord Lich- field's proposal was, that the men of North Staf- fordshire should return to their work, and draw their wages on account; the question of what they should actually receive being left to arbitra- tion. The masters assented to the plan but, on the 31st ult., the men refused. They demand their old wages, to be paid at present, and till the arbitrator's decision is made. From that time they will take whatever is awarded. A telegram from Brody, dated April 2, states that General Bezak, the Russian military Gover- nor, had ordered the suspension of all function- aries of Polish nationality, in consequence of the discovery of a widespread conspiracy among the e?npl.o yes.-In the beginning of the week, reports were published of the plague having visited St. Petersburg, where it caused numerous deaths and had extended its ravages toKouigsberg, Dant- zic, and other towns in eastern Prussia. A tele- gram from St. Petersburg, dated the 4th inst., contradicts the rumour and attributes the mor- tality to typhus fever, which, it says, is decreas- ing. There has been a ministerial crisis in Denmark. M. Heltzen, Minister of Justice-who represent- ed the alliance between the reactionary and ex- treme democratic parties, has been relieved of his functions and it was stated at Copenhagen, on the 31st ult., that the other members of the cabi- net would return to their posts. On Thursday, the proposition of Bavaria, that the Duke of Augustenburg shall be recognised as sovereign of Holstein, which Prussia says, has been "brought forward with unseemly haste," was discussed in the Germanic Diet at Frankfort. We have not yet received the decision. The Vi- enna official papers of the 2nd inst., stated, that Austria had proposed to Prussia, that both powers should abstain from voting on the question. If the proposal is not assented to Austria would vote with Bavaria. The military Committee of the Prussian Cham- ber of Deputies rejected, on the 30th ult., by 11 to 8 votes, a proposal to reduce the strength of the army to 180,000 men, introduced by General Stavenhagen, with a view to effect a reconciliation between the Government and the Chamber.—The Committee, also, on the 31st, rejected the general navy estimates thus negativing the whole of the naval and military proposals of the Government. —On the 1st, the Chamber of Deputies rejected the first article of the Government Bank Bill, and adopted some amendments. In the Lower House of the Austrian Reichsrath on the 30th ult., Count Mensdorff said, the Go- vernment would state its views respecting the Duchies, on the 6th of April, when the Bavaria a i proposition came before the Diet.-With reference to a recommendation, that the Government should establish relations with Italy, the Count observed that the Government wished to promote the ma- terial interests of Austria, but Italy maintained a hostile attitude. On the 31st, the state of Hun- gary was under discussion and Herr yon oenmer- ling stated, that the Government maintained the principle of strictly carrying out in that country, the general constitution of the empire. The Em- peror and his miuisters were prepared to come to an understanding with the Liberal party in Hungary,—but the so-called old Conservative party were their most persistent adversaries. M. Boudet, the French Minister of the Interior has resigned, and is succeded by the Marquis de Lavalette. M. Boudet is appointed Secretary of the Senate. It is stated at Paris that Prince Napoleon and the Princess Clotilde, will go to Portugal in the Spring, and remain a month at Lisbon.—The Em- peror, also, will leave Paris in May, and not re- turn till November, his physicians having recom- mended seven months' absence from the capital, in the country air. He will employ himself in completing the 2nd volume of his "Vie de Cesar," which is to be published on the 10th December next.—The Moniteur, of Monday, announced, that England, Switzerland, Prussia, Bavaria, Wurtemburg, and the Pontifical States, have as- sured the French Government, that they will par- ticipate in the Paris International Exhibition of 1867. In the French Legislative Body, on the 30th ult., the first amendment proposed by the opposi- tion, was rejected it claimed greater political liberty. On the the 31st, the amendment on the liberty of the press, had the same fate, being re- jected by a large majority,-187 to 63 votes. On the 1st, another amendment, demanding that meetings of electors should not be classed with political meetings, was rejected by 233 to 17 votes, and the first parapraph of the address was adopt- ed.—The debate proceeded on Monday and Tues- day, when other amendments were negatived; and paragraphs 2, 3, and 4, were agreed to.-On Monday, a very general feeling of regret was ex- pressed in the Chamber on hearing of the death Mr. Cobden. Towards the close of March, two bands of Neapolitan brigands entered the Pontifical ter- ritory. They took one nobleman prisoner, and exacted 50,000f. for his ransom. The French troops, in conjunction with Italian soldiers, adopted vigorous means to repulse them. The Italian troops were said frequently to pass the Pontifical frontier and the Stampa of Turin, of the 2nd inst., says that a convention has been concluded by which the troops of both Italy and France have the right of crossing that frontier in pursuit of brigands. The Pope, in his last consistory, thanked the bishops of the Roman Catholic world for their zeal in defending the rights of the church. He also expressed his surprise and sorrow at the sad events in Mexico and a hope that the Empenr Maximilian would abandon the course upon which he had entered, and satisfy the just demands of the Holy See. Some time ago, a steamer was built in France, ostensibly for Denmark, but it fell into the hands of the Confederates, and an inquiry is now going on at L'Orient into the real circumstances of the case, as the builders are accused of "attempting to dis- turb the internal and external security of the state, by really building the vessel for the Southern belligerents.—That vessel, called the "Stonewall Jackson," was recently at Fen-oll; and there the "Niagara" and "Sacramento," Federal steamers appeared in pursuit. The Stonewall" required repairs, and the Spanish authorities ordered her to leave as soon as they were completed, at the same time giving direc- tions that the Federal vessels should not sail till 24 hours after the Confederate had left. Early last week the three vessels arrived in the Tagus. The Portuguese authorities ordered the I I Stone- wall" to leave in 24 hours, and the others not to depart for 24 hours after. The former sailed on the 28th. Early on the 29th, before the 24 hours had expired, the Federal vessels were in motion they were in consequence fired upon from Fort Belem. The Niagara" was struck on the poop, and a seaman killed. The American commander denies that the vessels were about to depart, they were only changing their position and we learn that the American minister has demanded satis- faction from the Portuguese Government. He requires the dismissal of the governor of the fort, and a salute of 21 guns to the Federal flag. The affair is now affording matter for diplomatic cor- respondence. The Spanish minister of war resigned office on account of ill health he was replaced by General Rivera, who took the oaths on the 30th ult. On the 1st inst., tue bill for the abandonment of Santo Domingo was adopted in the Congress, by 153 to 68 votes.—According to the JlJOca, of Madrid, of the 3rd iust., there has been a con- ference between Marshal Narvaez and the Papa] Nuncio on the Italian question. The minister declared that Spain respected the rights of the Pope, but it was necessary to adopt a policy of conciliation. We learn from Athens, that a new modification of the ministry has taken place, under M. Con- mouudonros, president of the council and minis- ter of finance. It was also stated that the King meant to visit the provinces, and the elections are fixed for the 26th of May. On the 18th of March, the Governor-General of Canada prorogued the legislature. It is to be called together again as soon as the deputation, which is coming to England, returns home. The latest news from the British North American pro- vinces say, there are doubts whether the Con- federation Scheme can be successfully carried out. There is news from New York to the 15th ult. On the l4th Sherman left Fayettesville, and marched on Goldsboro', as usual, routing and de- stroying every thing before him. It is boasted, that he is in possession of o-5ths of the personal property of the countries through which he pass- ed. It was stated, that Hardee, with 20,000 men, was at Raleigh, where Lee had arrived, and taken the command, leaving Beauregard and Johnstone at Richmond. Sheridan reached Whitehouse, having done great destruction to railways. On the 18th, he moved to join Grant, who sent Kantz's cavalry to open a communica- tion with him; but Kantz was defeated and driven back by Long's corps. Subsequently, according to Federal rumours, Sherman joined Schofield, and occupied Goldborough, near Carolina the Confederates retiring towards Virginia-the Con- federates, however, claim two victories. They say Hardee defeated Sherman, who attacked his entrenched position at Avesborough, on the 16th ult., and was repulsed with the loss of 3,000 men and Johnstone defeated the enemy at Rentonville on the 19th, capturing three guns. They also claim successes in Florida and Louisiana.- Several Federal transports had been stranded by a storm in Mobile Bay, where two Confederate batteries were silenced on the 11th ult.—The latest accounts say, that Mobile had been eva- cuated, and was occupied by the Federals.— Lt. Forrest had made a naval expedition up the Tennessee river, and destroyed Roddy's camp, and the Confederate communication at Lamb's Ferry.—The Confederate Congress had adjourned, after authorising President Davis to take the gold in the banks to defray the expenses of the army. The bankers, however, had anticipated the move- ment, by using the specie to redeem their notes. The Congress also complained of the tone of Davies's message and issued au encouraging address to the people stating, that the conquest of the Confederacy was geographically impossible. The feeling in the South was, however, generally dospouding au impresssion prevailing, that they must submit.—In the North, the late successes had occasioned a fall in the price of gold, and several failures had taken place in consequence. The destructive floods were subsiding, but the the damage done was immense. The York Cen- tral Railroad bridge at Rochester had been swept away the Erie railroad injured for 100 miles and property to the value of several millions, was destroyed at Rochester.—On the 23rd, Presi- dent and Mrs. Lincoln, and one of their sons, left Washington for Fortress Monroe, for peace pur- poses, it was said.—Two British subjects were in custody at New York, named Pratt and Even, and were to be tried by a military commissiori, on a charge of being concerned in fitting out the raIn Stonewall. There are accounts from Monte Video to the 28th of February. The town had been surrender- ed to Flores, and was then occupied by the Brazilian force. The eirent had resulted in the re-establishment of peace and Flores had tem- porarily assumed the Presidency of the Re- public. A terrible fire occurred at Port au Prince Hayti, on the 23rd of February. It commenced in a theatre, being caused by the negligence of a lamp-trimmer. The conflagration continued for six hours before it was subdued. More than 600 houses were destroyed the amount of damage being between 40 and 50 millions of francs.

I THE COMING GENERAL ELECTION. As it is now known for certain that a General Elec- tion of Members of Parliament will take place in the Autumn of the present year, candidates for the honour, and electors of all shades of politics and party, are be- ginning to bestir themselves in good earnest. From the I reaction which has certainly taken place in the public mind during the past three or four years, caused chiefly by the palpable failure of the democratic principle as demonstrated in the once United States Republic, it is considered highly probable the Conservatives will ma- nage to secure a majority in Parliament, and with it the return of Lord Derby and bis party to power. As it regards North Wales, we do not anticipate that there will be much change in the present representa- tion, nor, probably, with one or two exceptions, could there be any change for the better The present ar. rangement is a kind of tacit compromise, in which Li. berals and Conservatives are pretty evenly balanced; and independent of Plere party considerations, the beat men—gentlemen of good family, of property, and social position-are, as a rule, chosen to represent the country; and personal considerations rather than party ones pos- sess the greater predominance. The present position of political parties being taken into account, we think this is as it should be. We are exceedingly glad to find that Sir Richard Bulkeley intends to offer himself again as a candidate for the County of Anglesey, as will be seen from his address to the electors, which we publish in this day's CHRONICLE. Some time ago, from causes which were but too well known, and to which he feelingly and touchingly alludes in his address, he intimated his in- tention of retiring from Parliament at the next election; and we think he has acted wisely as well as patriotically in withdrawing" that intimation." Sir Richard is a large landed proprietor, and in that capacity he has gained the esteem and good will of everyone by his kindness and liberality; and without any exception he is by far tLe most popular man in the county, and that amongst men of all shades of opinion. As a patron of agriculture, and as an agriculturist himself, he has done more to promote the interest of the farmer by encoura- ging good tillage and the improvement of stock, than any gentleman in North Wales, with the exception, it may be, of Colonel Pennant. He is a thorough man of busi- ness, and a good speaker; and when his health per- mitted, was a most useful and laborious member of the House of Commons. For such a gentleman to retire into private life would be a public loss; and we feel glad that he has reconsidered his determination, and that at the earnest request of influential friends of all parties, he has decided to offer himself tor re-election. In Denbighshire, the present members, namely, Sir Watkin and Col. Biddulph for the County, and Mr. Mainwaring for the Boroughs, are pretty certain to be returned, most likely without a contest. Each of the members for the County possesses great personal in- Of the result, there cannot be two opinions. We have not heard of any opposition to the Hon. W. O. Stanley, for the Boroughs. fluence as a landed proprietor and is the representative of Welsh historical families; whilst the Conservative and Liberal principles are well represented by them both. Mr. Mainwaring, whose political principles are in themselves a compromise, is very popular with mo- derate men of both sections; and a gentleman holding extreme views, on either side, would find it a difficult task to oust him. A few months ago there was a ru- mour current that he intended to retire but we are happy to find that it has been since contradicted. Den- bighshire has good reason to feel proud of its present re- presentatives. Matters are pretty much in the some state as it re- gards the little County of Flint, though the Conserva- tive interest is not there so very decidedly represented- that is, Conservatiam as a party principle. Lord Richard Grosvener, who is a Whig-Liberal, is the mem- ber for the County, and Sir John Hanmer, a Liberal- Conservative, represents the Boroughs. We hear of no opposition to them, nor of theii intention to retire, nor of any opposition being threatened; so that in all pro- bability, the old members will be returned without a contest. In Carnarvonshire, we have heard of no one purposing to oppose Col. Pennant for the County, nor is any one likely to offer himself, because it would be an admitted- ly hopeless task, as the Co nservatives have the greater interest in every division of it. For the Boroughs, there is certain to be a contest; and if the present mem- ber, Mr. Wynn Finch, should offer himself for re-election, there will probably be three candidates at the least; for it is said that in addition to Mr. Bulkeley Hughes, who formerly represented the Boroughs for many years, and has very considerable personal influence, another gentleman will be brought forward in the Conservative interest, to contest the covetted honour. Merionethshire, with its 39,000 inhabitants, has only one person to represent its interests in the great Council of the nation, the present member being Mr. Wynne, of Peniarth. He was opposed at the last election, in 1859, by Mr. D. Williams, Deudraeth Castle, and won by just 28 votes, after a very exiting struggle. It is not known at present whether or not Mr. Williams intends to offer himself as a candidate; but should he finally de- cide not to do so, it is said that Ni r. Morgan Lloyd, of the North Wales Circuit, will come forward in the Li- beral interest. Mr. Williams would be a dangerous op- ponent; but wo believe Mr. Morgan Lloyd would not have the slighest chance of success, as Mr. Wynne is supported by nearly all the most influential landowners in the County. In Montgomeryshire, matters will remain pretty much in statu quo, where a Conservative represents the County, and a Liberal the Boroughs. The present members be- long to two ancient and powerful families, and it is very probable a contest will be avoided but we are not in a position to speak, on this point, with any degree of cer- tainty. The above is a brief sketeh of the present aspect of affairs in North Wales as it relates to the approaching General Election, though considerable modifications may take place before the time actually arrives; but it is certain that a desperate attempt will be made by the Liberals to retain power, and by the Conservatives to regain it.

HOWELL'S SCHOOL, DENBIGH.—A government in- quiry respecting the unsatisfactory state of affairs in this institution was opened on Tuesday last, before Mr. Hare, Charity Commissioner, and a full attendance of the local governors. It was continued till Thursday, when it was adjourned, probably for a month or two. Want of friendly co-operation, it appears, has for a lengthened period existed between those in authority in the school, which has to some extent resulted in mis- management and insubordination. A vast amount of evidence was taken to shew the cause of the evil, but as the investigation is still pending and matters only partially unfolded, we accede to the request of the Com- missioner and the unanimous wish of the governors in withholding details for the present, to avoid injuring the interests of the school. We may say, however, that the Commissioner expressed an opinion that the con- stitution of the school was founded on a very erroneous basis, which had the effect of placing all the officials in a false position. He also intimated that, in the mean- time, he should represent to the Board of Commis- sioners in London the necessity of forming an entirely new scheme for the better management of the Insti- tutiou.