The North Wales Chronicle and Advertiser for the Principality

ST. ASAPH. IN RESIDENCE.—The Lord Bishop and the Ven. Archdeacon Wickham. MUSICAL SERVICES AT THE CATHEDRAL, FEB. 19th. —Morning.—Chant—Soaper in A Servicei-Wes- ley in F; Ebdon in C, Communion Anthem- All people," Tallis.—Evening.—Chant-W. Marah in A; Service-Whilfield in E; nthem-" 0 praise God, Weldon.-R. A. Atkins, Esquire, Organist. CWM —On Tburlay last, the 9tb inst., this solitar village was fu1 of mirth and glee. The parish schoJ children, 45 in number, and 3.5 female adults were entertained with plenty of tea and bun loaves. The ladies in waiting were Mrs. Davies, Marian Bach; Miss Jones, Ochr y Marian; Mrs. Williams, Plas-is- Llan Mrs. Davies, Post Otlice Miss Edwards, Ty Coeb and Miss Williams, Brynllithrig, in the absence of Miss Browne Llewelyn Lloyd, Esq., the Rev. Mr. Jones, Tremeirchion and Mrs. Bald. wyn. Plas-yn-Cwm, honoured the feast with their presence. Also, the Cburch choir and others, 30 in number, partook of an excellent supper on the I Oth inst. Supper being over, toasts and sentiments followed. I viz, the Queen and the Royal Family," Mr. and Mrs. Griffitb. and Miss Madocks," "the Gentry and others" within the limits of the said parish, who have contributed towards the above feasts. The" Church. wardens aud singers," and the" Rev. Robert Roberts, the esteemed curate," through the exertions and instru- mentality of whom, the said feasts came to existence on the present scale. Carols, &c., were sung by Mr. John Jones, (leader of the choir ), and others. Great praise is due to Mr. and Mrs. Davies, for decorating the school- room 90 magnificently for the occasions. SAINf ASAPH GRAMMAR SCHOOL.—CAMBRIDGE MIDDLE CLASS EXAMINATIONS .In the NORTH WALES CHRONICLE of Jan. 21st, we made some remarks on the state of education in the Principality, comment- ing on the extraordinary fact that the master of the Gram- mar School at St. Asrph, stated in his advertisement, that --at the late Middle Class Examination, held by the University of Cambridge, the only boy educated in Wales. who obtained a certificate, was from this school and in our issue of the following Saturday, we re-printed a notice from the NORTH WALES CHRONICLE of Feb. 26, 1859, containing particulars of the subjects taken up by this lad at the examination in question. In the course of last week, the Vice Chancellor of Cambridge again issued the lists of those who had been successful at the examination of students, who are not members of the University, And we have to record that in the list of students who have obtained honours, wetind in Class 2 apupil educated at the Grammar School, St. Asaph, which is the only school in North Wales that is named in any of the lists. The most remarkable fact being that the same boy has taken both certificates. He is in his 13th year, having won his first certificate when only 11 years of age. He is the son of Mr. Snow, gardener to the Misses Luxmore, Brynasaph; and he certainly sh ews a remarkable talent and a fondness for hooks rarely met with at such an age. This of course is very flatter- ing to the master, who has for years been working single handed in one of the most poorly endowed grammar schools in the country, but by no means creditable to North Wales, where we had hoped the progress of edu- cation was in a more flourishing condition than these lists would lead us to suppose. PETTY SESSIONS, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 11, before J. Sisson, Esq., and the Rev. W. R. Wyatt. A DISORDERLY PAUPER. -Air. Jones, the master of the Union Workhouse, charged Elizabeth Hughes, who appeared with a child in her arms, with insubordinate conduct in the Union, and with an assault. He deposed, that on the 8th inst., he ordered the piisoner to go out of the laundry, she refused, and he took hold of her and forced her out, but did not use any undue violence. He ordered her out because she was threatening another woman in the laundry. On being turned out she bit and kicked him most violently. A w i tness corroborat T. This it appeared was the second offence, and she had also been in gaol on other charges. The Magistrates said that they were afraid she was a bad character; as this was a second offence she must go to gaol for a month. Her child would be taken care of at the Union. LARCENY.—Elizabeth Smith was brought up under a remand, charged with stealing a purse contain- ing 8s. id. It appeared from the evidence of Margaret Roberts that the prisoner came to her mother's house on the 8th inst., at Wern, Tremeirchion. and asked if they wanted any baskets. Receiving answer in the negative, she i, -d 10 come to light her pipe. When she -me in she asked for some bread and buttermilk, and both were given her. She sat down by the fire. While she was sitting there Margaret Robert's nephew came in and gave his aunt a packet of money which she put on the hot? near where the woman was sitting. It was wrapped up in a piece of printed paper. The witness had not left the kiteheu at all but bad necessarily turned her back to get the tilings asked for by the prisoner, who at last went out but returned for her baskets which she bad left on the hob. A quarter of an houi after she bad gone. the money was missed and Margaret Roberts called her brother who was near, and the two went in search of the prisoner and came up to her a short distance off. Mar- garet asked what bad become of the money. Prisoner replied God knows I did'nt take it." She was taken to Edward Davies, the parish constable, and he took her to St. Asaph. The depositions taken were those of Margaret Roberts, Peter Roberts her brother, Eiza Roberts the mother of the boy who took the money; she swore, that the money, three half-crowns, a sixpence, and three balf-pence were wrapt in a part of a leaf of the Eglwi/tudd, torn out by a friend Eliza Jones, while abe was hy. Edward Roberts, the lioy who took the money to his uncle's house. Edward Davies, the con- Stable, who deposed, that on the way to St. Asaph, pri- soner turned to Peter Roberts and said that if he would not be angry with bis sister she would tell all about it. His sister had given her the money, and if he would let her go and not be angry with his sister she would give him the money back and go on her knees and thank hlln. The prisoner still adhered to the same story. —Commit- ted to the Sessions. COUNTY COURT.-This Court was held on Friday, Feb. 10th, before J. L. Winston, Esq, Deputy Judge. W and R. Williams v. Thos. Williams.— rhis was an action to recover 1;6 os the interest on the sum of £ 250 Mr R. Williams, of Rhyl, one of the plaintiffs, conducted the case. The defendant ?id-ot-PPI-1- \.r Williams proved the deed, and 1- immediate order w^as mahert Williams v. Thomas Williams.-This was a similar case, the plaintiff and defendant being the same as the last. This was to recover 11 5s interest on a mortgage of fso. The deed was proved by the plaintiff and an immediate oroer made Thos. Williams v. Samuel Jones.—Claim of lis. 7d. for goods sold and delivered to the defendant or his children. The defendant's wife stated that the sum had been owing at one time, but plaintiff bad long since been paid in flour, all but the sum < f Is 3,1., still due. Plaintiff admitted having had two sUl worth of flour, but no more. Verdict for Is. âd. 11111 month. rI J. Sisson v. Jesse Stephens.-CI.im for £ 17 10% rent due last November. The defendant did not appear. ordered forthwith. lu?.,?,h D,i??- W Jones.—Claim fr 96 for gooda supplied to defendant or his mother. The defen- dant denied the debt, and plaintiff produced her books, when it appeared that the account was entered to de- fendant's mother, who was dead. His HONOUR said that it appeared to him that plai- tiff intended to sue the defendant 8'1 the executor of his mother. Hetherefore nonsuited the plaintiff, recom- mending her to employ a legal gentleman and ttike out a fresh summons. Hbyl Improvement Commissioners v Price Morr■is. Mr. Edwards for plaintiffs, Nlr. Adams for defendants. This case bad been adjourned from last Court. It was an action to recover the sum of 914 (is. ad. for work done hv tbe plaintiffs on the defendants premises. Mr 'ADAMS said that it would perhaps save time if he took all ohjection at once to the partlt'ulars supplied by tbe plail?tiff?l- If it %,er.. pri\'ate party that Uillg be .hould not perhaps have made it, but the plamuffs were a public body h?l,'illg -1)-i-dul't iiiid LpDoorrtu- mities to procure the best advice, and he felt bound to object to the particulars. All that was said in them II as, that work had been done that had cost so ™uc^ b"'° What premises or houses it gave t?o iiiforinutioll 1'"Kj and it was very necessary for his d .fe,?ce, that 1,? should know wb(.Ik and wbere all this bad been done, and the nature of the I .hth,r was laylllg drains or repairing defective One-- Mr. EDWARDS thought that they mIght. have IIIto the merits of the case at once, and had it decided ^nt if Mr. Adams perseveied in his objecnoi (MI'. Ed- wards) felt that be must give way From the d?fe,?c? his friend was likely to make, be feared the case would be a complicated one. Mr. ADAMS was hea.ppy to say it wou.ld ..be a,complica- ted case but be felt bound to press Il1s objection. The case was therefore adjourned for the productioll of better particulars. The same v. John Parry.—This was a summons to recover the sum of £2 3s. 4d. The defendant did not appear. Mr. Williams, Clerk to the Commissioners, roved the rate, and an order was made for payment Forthwith. The same v. Richard Williams.—Mr. EDWARDS for the plaintiff, said the case had been adjourned, to allow Mr. Williams to send a statement to the Commissioners that statement had not been sent, and be now asked for judgment judgment. WILLIAMS, for tbe defendant, said that the fact was-there was no statement to send, The houses had been occupied by squatters, and the landlord had tid control over them at the time they took possesion. Mr. Williams was not the actual owner, and be had not sufficient power to prevent the occupancy, £ 6 had been paid into Court.—Judgment for the whole amount claimed, £ 10 lis. 6d. was then given. Payment in a month. In the meantime, the JUDGE observed that Mr. Wil- liams might see the Commissioners, state his case to them, and try to obtain some abatement. Elizabeth Jones v. Losh. Important to lodging-house keepers—This was an action to recover the sum of £3 wages due. Plaintiff stated that she was hired by Mrs. Losh, as cook, at about £5 10s. for the season. She went into her service early in May, and left about No- vember. She had only received 1:2 10s. Margaret Jones IVap, present when the hiring took place. Plaintiff was engaged for the season, at £5 10s wa S. f?e defendant, Mrs. Losh, stated that the plaintiff was hired for the season at the rate of £5 10s. for that period, but that when she engaged, she agreed to take the presents of the lodgers as wages, and if at the end of the season, there was anything deficient, she the defend- ant would make it up. She produced a book in which she had kept the sums that had been received by the plaintiff, which amounted in all to 93 1 Is. 6d. The defendant's mother said, the plaintiff had been hired upon the terms mentioned by her daughter, Mrs. Losb, and those were the terms upon which almost all the servants were hired in Rhyl. A gentleman friend of the defendant here mounted into the box, and proceeded to deliver himself of an ora- tion on the custom of hiring servants in the manner s k to by the defendant, in the town of Rhyl. The = amid much laughter, stopped him, saying that he must bring half the lodging-house keepers in Rhyl if he wished to prove a custom. However, he thought that probabilities were in favour of the defendant. Judgement accordingly. W. Davies v. Hobt. Griffiths.- Claim of £2 12s. 6d. the value of a double-barrelled gun. Mr. Edwards for the plaintiff, and Mr. R. Williams for the defendant. This case was heard last Court-day, and was adjotirned for the production of a witness. As far as we could u F)- derstand the case, not having been present at the last Court, defendant offered to buy the gun from plaintiff for the amount claimed the offer was accepted but when he had had the gun for a week or so, he found there was a bole in one of the barrels that let out the water when it was cleaned. Under these circumstances he returned the gun which had been warranted, and demanded the money back. Judgement for plaintiff. Isaac Williams v. Robert Pearce.—This was a claim for 10s. 3d. for milk supplied. It was one of those pain. ful cases where the evidence is so conflicting that it is almost impossible to decide. The plaintiff, his wife, and mother. all swore to the milk having been regularly ser. ved, and the two former swore that no money bad been received since the 24th of December. For the defence, a little girl, daughter of the defendant, swore that she had paid for the milk daily as she had fetched it. That there was a dispute on the 24th of December, and after that everything was paid for as it was had. The JUDGR questioned the child closely as to the time, amounts paid, and the value of the milk. The evidence of the girl being uncorroborated, the testimony of plain- tiff and his witness had the greater weight, and judgement was given for plaintiff. The other cases heard were of no public interest. ANNUAL MEETING OF THE ST. ASAPH READING SOCIETY. The annual meeting of this Society was held on Thursday se'nnight, at the Assembly Room, Mostyn Arms. The committee had engaged Mr. John Owen (Owain Alaw), to give his pleasing and popular enter- tainment on the melodies of England, Ireland, and Wales. The chair was occupied by Dr. ROBERTS, the vice. president, who apologised for the unavoidable absence of Capt. Thomas, the president. The room was literally erttmmed-several parties being unable to gain admis- sion. Among those present we noticed the Rev. W. H. Owen, Rev. D. M. Evans (Llanfair), Rev. Mr. Williams (Llangar), the Hon. Mrs. Rowley, Miss RolV- ley, and Miss Eva Rowley, Mr. and Mrs. Sisson (Plas Coch) and party, Mr. and Mrs. Sisson (Talardy) and party, Miss Gibbons (Wigfair Isa') and party; Miss Jones, &c., &c. The CHAIRMAN introduced the lecturer, who com- menced the first portion of his lecture, which was de- voted to the consideration of English melodies, national, sentimental, and comical. The former style he illus- trated by singing Dibdins Rock'd in the Cradle of the Deep." In illustration of the sentimental he gave The Better Land," written by Mrs. Hemans, and The Murmur of the Shell." In alluding to the latter, the comical, he spoke of Mr. John Parry, and sang The Bashful Young Gentleman." This terminated the first part of the lecture, and The CHAIRMAN said he had the' pleasure to inform the meeting that the Rev. W. tl. Owoit hud acceded to to the request of the Committee to address them. The Rev. W. H. OWEN said he had been re- quested to address the meeting. He had pleasure in do- ing so, but had he had a little longer notice, lie hoped be would have been better prepared to speak upon subjects mote worthy of their acceptance than he was at present. He had been informed that religious and political discus, sions were prohibited by their fundamental rules. These sort of discourses were at proper times and fit places productive of much benefit. They elicited the truth. In a Society such as he was then addressing, they were ut. terly out of place The Committee, therefore, bad done wisely in forbidding such discussions. He thought the Committee had acted most judiciously in providing a musical entertainment by that eminent artist Owain Alaw, for their annual meeting. (Hear.) It was a step in the right direction. The mind of man needed relaxation Excellent men -men anxious for the welfare of the mid- dle and humbler classes-had been unceasing in their endeavours during past years to establish Mechanics In- stitutions But they had forgotten that the mind was a fine instrument which required rest, and would not eu- dure to lie overweighted The consequence bad been a comparative failure in a majority of these institutions. He had been informed that at Manchester, Liverpool, and other large towns, where valuable libraries had been formed, that the most popular works amongst the mem- bers were works of fiction The mind he repeated re. quired rest. In proof of this, he read a passage from the J.urnal of Mental Science, for January last on The causes of Mental Disease." In a most valuable paper by Dr. E. Jarvis, it was stated that" To all things created, there are nxetllltws. That every living organ- ism, whether animal or vegetable, as well as to dead machinery there is assigned a definite purpose for its discharge, but that neither their structure nor their strength will permit them to perform a greater burden than the Supreme Being has appointed for them." The brain, Mr. Owen continued, was a material organization, It had so pleased the Creator that the immaterial spirit should (and could ollly) act through this material me. dium. When the cerebral functions were overburdened they gave way, and if this overwork continued, insanity or idiocy often ensued. All who were then present, with one or two exceptions, were engaged in the active duties of life The meeting was composed of clergy, medical men, lawyers and others, whose mental functions were called into active exercise from morning till night. It was a grave error, therefore, to expect them to read scientific works, and to study abstract publications on the deepest mysteries, after the heavy labours of the day. He would ask where thoseopulent and most philanthropic gentlemen, to whom be had alluded, betook themselves after a hard day's work in Parliamentary Committees or in the Law Courts? Why, in nine cases out of ten, to their clubs, to relieve the mind by hearing the news of the day. and by social converse with their friends and ac- quaintances. ( Hear.) He was himself a busy man. After a working day in his parish, or eight or ten hours at the Savings Bank's accounts, did he spend his solitary evenings in studying works of theology or science ? No such thing; his mind was incapable of such exertions. He took up his newspaper or work of fiction, or enter- taining travels. Let them not misunderstand him; he was the strongest advocate possible for scientific and other information, but there was a time and season for all things. lie again said that the Committee were doing a good work. He found that, besides hav. ing a large library, they took into their Read- ing-room one or two daily papers Mac Millan's Magazine, The Carnhill Magazine, fyc. He had not read but he had heard high praise of the first of these magazines. The first number of the last-named he had read, and be was convinced that it was impossible to rise from its perusal without being a wiser and a better man. In that Journal was to be read Framley Parsonage," by that striking writer, Anthony Trollope, a tale depict. ing men and women not as stilty and high flown writers suppose them to be, but bringing before us on view the terms, the motives, words and actions of men and women as thev really were in human society. Then again, there was a "first rate Paper on the Kifle Movement, by Sir John Burgoyne, and lie, (Mr. Owen) wished heart and soul that this movement might progress, Again, there was an exceedingly interesting account abounding with information, of Captain M'Clintock's dreary voyage in search of Sir Jobn Franklin. He recommended the com- mittee to purchase for their library a capital little work, Self Help" hy Mr. Smiles; the cost was only 5s. or 6s Mr. Smiles was the author of The Lite of Geo. Stephenson, and this his last work was fruitful in wholesome nd hearty iIIustrtions of charatr and cn. d?,t, The rev. gcntleD!an interspersed bls mterestlUg address with many amusing an tellmg acdote8. He then went on to speak of mune He rejoIced that tbe Committee bad providd them the great reat, and the beneficial Christian recreation of  beauti ful a mslcal peiformai-ce. There was harfnOBy in aU creald things. C'suoreme Being hid so ordamed it. Granville Sharp when eiimed in bis philanthropic and herculean lAbOurs for the liberations of the slave,refreebed his wearied mind by passing his evenings with musical people, and taking part in glees and catches. He would go higher. The strains of the inspired Psalmist of Israel roused the cho- sen people to rid the land of His enemies. Then, again, we had the noble and patriotic songs of the Greeks and Romans. Oh! he could not bnt call to mind those dark days when the serried battalions of the first Na- poleon overran the whole of broad Germany. In the midst of general despair, there burst forth the poet Korner. He, wrote his "Sword Song;" tbe German nation rose as one man, and victoriously banished the invaders from their father land. Then there was Walter Scott with hit heart-stirring linel- 1 Breathes there a mm with dead Who never to hinMelf hath Mid, Thiats my own my ..athe land. Then came the warrior poet Lord Byron fighting for the freedom of Greece. Then were their own poet Laureate's ringing lines of "Riflemen Form." The rer. gentleman here expatiated upon the enobling properties of poetry and music, and concluded a glowing address by the question Who amongst you ladies and gentlemen, when reflecting on this great and free country, and our glorious Queen, does not feel bis heart leap witbin him when the noble words are rolled forth in the magnificent tones of the national anthem 1- God save Victoria Queen, Long liTe our GraciouI QueeDt God .? the ?et.n. Send her victorious, Happy and glorious. Long to reign over UII. God suetbe Queen. The rev. gentleman sat down amidst the enthusiastic cheering of the large assembly. The CHAIRMAN expresssed the thanks of the meeting to the Rev. W. H. Owen, for his instructive, eloquent, and amusing address. The second and third portions of the lecture were de. voted to Irish and Welsh melodies. As may be supposed, the enthusiasm of the audience reached its height in the last part, when Mr. Owen paid his attention to the Mirthful Muse," roars of laughter being elicited from the company. who encored 11 The Train," and the highly, popular 11 FlAn Forgan a'i Wraig. At the conclusion of the lecture, Mr. R. J. Sissotf' proposed a vote of thanks to the ladies and stranger. present. Mr. E. DAVIES, of Holywell, responded. A vote of thanks was unanimously accorded to Mr. Owen for his admirable lecture. He thanked the com- pany, and hoped to be spared to see them all again. Mr. SISSON, Plas Coch, proposed a vote of thanks to the Chairman in a humourous speech. He thought that many of the fair sex then present were beginning to wonder how much longer Dr. Roberts intended to stay in the ranks of tbe young men; they thought he had been there quite long enough. Mr. E. ROBERTS seconded the proposition, which was carried with acclamation. The CHAIRMAN having suitably responded, The National Anthem was sung; and after Itiv. ing three cheers for the ladies, on the motion of Mr. PARTINGTON, the company adjourned to allow the benches to be removed. After that was accomplished, a quadrille band from Liverpool took their station in the room, and dancing commenced, the ball being opened by Mr. Sisson, of Plas Coch, and the Hon. Mrs. Rowley. The happy throng did not separate till an early hour. We may say that the affairs of the society are in a satisfactory state, both as to its members and funds. In order to show her interest in the society, the Hon. Mrs. Rowley caused her son, Conwy Rowley, Esq., to be enrolled as an honorary member. I PRESTATYN. PETTY SESSIONS, MONDAY, Feb. 13, before Sir Pyers Mostyn, Bart., the Rev. R. Wyatt, and T. J. Dickson, Esquire. ASSAULT.—Robt. Williams,of Ochryfoel, wascharged by Joseph Morris, of Dyserth, with assuulting him on the 14tli of January. Complainant said that he was sitting in a public house a month last pay-night. It was the 14th January. He called for a glass of ale and had just tasted it, when the defendant came up and struck him on the cheek with his open hand. Nothing had been said to provoke him. William Roberts saw Williams strike Morris on tbe 14tb of January. He had never seen them quarrel be- before. Defendant said, complainant bad threatened to thrash him at Rbyl, a little time ago, and that on this night be went up to bim and'asked if be was as good a man as he had said he was. Complainant said" yes," and then be struck him lightly, on the cheek. Fined Is. and 9s. costs. (It is very creditable to this neighbourhood where some' hundreds of miners assemble on each pay day to spend their money in the public house, that this should be the only case before the magistrates; the petty sessions being held only once a months —Ed. N. W. C. RHYL, THE "MARY MAUDLINE. This fine vessel, launch- ed at the Foryd, Rhyl, from the yard of Mr. R. Jones, in January last, and named after the wife of the principal owner, Mr. J. M. Gladstone, Liverpool, has come to an untimely end. She carried a valuable cargo from the Bra- zils to Constantinople, and from thence up the Danube, from which river she sailed on her homeward voyage on the 10th November last, with a cargo of grain. It is supposed that she perished with all on board during the severe gale that prevailed in the Black Sea immediately after her departure, as, up to the 1st of Feburary, she had not arrived at Constantinople. RUTHIN. RJJTHIN AND CORWEN ^ILWAV.—On Monday last, Mr. William Lloyd, solicitor, Ruthin, attended before the House of Commons' Committee, and succeeded in overthrowing an objection raised by Mrs. Eyton, of Rhydycilgwyn. On the receipt of the news the bells of St. Peter's Church threw out a merry chime. RENI AUDIT.—The rent audit of the Right Hon. William Lord Bagot took place on the 14th inst. After the general routine of business had been gone through, the tenantry met at the Lion Hotel, and partook of an excellent dinner, prepared by Mr. and Mrs. Green, in their usual good taste. Song, toast, and sentiment was the order of the day; and the company separated much pleased with the treat. THE CHURCH We regret to find that matters are not yet settled, or likely to be settled, as regards the arrange- ment of this church. The disputed point now is, as to who are the possessors of the chancel-the parishioners or the clergymen. Up to this time there never was a shadow of a doubt on the subject; nor, in truth, is there any now, in spite of the pretended claims, which have a strong resemblance to sheer impudence. We need not point out the existence of a certain pew in the chancel, which settles the point by itself. At least 140 years ago, the parishioners were the owners of that part of the church, and the bishop of the day exercised his right as ordinary, whereas, if present assumptions are valid, he could have had no authority. But even the immediate predecessor of the present minister actually himself applied to his diocesan for a faculty to erect a pew in the chancel, and which was granted to him. But even with- out these overwhelming facts, the records of the parish furnish numberless examples of the rights of the parish- ioners over this part of the chancel, so that we cannot but express our surprise at the present unwarranted pretensions put forward in 1860. It does seem strange, therefore, that the parishioners should exhibit such complete indifference, and that there is not one single independent person who will raise up his voice in behalf of the undoubted rights of the parish. The church was opened on the first of November. Pews had been assigned in a manner that had created general dissatis. faction and disgust extraordinary rents and taxes had been imposed and all this without summoning a vestry on the part of the parishioners, although applications for it had been made If we are surprised at some things, there are two circumstances that do not astonish us, and that is. that the churchwardens do not summon a vestryand, secondly, that the present church, which contains little more than half the occupants of the old one in former days, has not been yet half filled since the re-opening.-Flom a Parishioner. DENBIGH. HOWELL'S CHARITY SCHOOL.-At a meeting held on the 9th ult, of the Court of Drapers' Company, London, John R. Hughes, Esq., M.D. waR, elected medical at- tendant to the above valuable Institution. LLANRHAIADK-YN-MOCHNANT. TITHE RENT CHARGE.-The Vicar's titbe rent charge for the half-year ending December 31st, 1859, was received at the Vicarage on Tuesday last, by Mr. Jones, National School. The parishioners present were enteetained as usual to a first-rate luncheon. CLIZETICAL'AND LAY MEETINGS.-Oll the evening of the 10th instint, a meeting was held at the National Schoolroom by the Church people. Practical addresses were delivered and prayers offered by the clergy and lay- men. These meetings are held weekly, and. have been attended with great success. CALVINISTIC MEBTINGs.-The monthly meeting of the Calvinistic Methodist denomination was held on Thursday and Friday, the 9th and 10th instant, at Be- thesda Chapel, in this town. The greatest part of the former day was devoted to prayer, exhortation, and the general affairs of the connexion a concourse ofdelegates from the various churches in the circuit being present. At six o'clock, p.m., the Rev. E. Jones, Llawr-y-cwm, preached from 2nd Cor. v. 17; and tne Rev. J. R. Hughes, of Cemmaes, from Isaiah xl. 8. At 10 o'clock IU/I, the following ey, the Rev. J. Thomas, of Carno, delivered a discourse rounded upon Isaiah xlv. 2-5. At two o'clock p.m., the Rev. J. R. Hughes preached from Joshua iii. 4, and the Rev. J. Pughe, of Lianfyllin, from Jeremiah xxix, 13. At six o'clock, p.m. the llev. J. Pughc preaehed from St. John viii. 37, and the Rev. J. Thomas from Revelations iii. 2. The chapel was densely filled at each service, and the inhabitants dis- played much kindness to the strangers. I RUABON. SHERIFF'S CHAPLAIN.-The Revi T. Thomas, Vicar of Ruabon, has been appointed Chaplain to tbe High Sheriff of the County of Denbigh. BFTOMFTELD VOLUNTEERS (No. 2) COIIPANV,-The No. 2 Company attend regularly twice a week for drill, at the XVinnotay Arms Assembly-iooms, Ruabon, and are making good progress in their exercises, under the able tuition of Sergeant Tootle, of the Denbighshire Militia. The Company numbers 43, and promises to be a most efficient one. WREXHAM. DENBIGHSHIRE VOLUNTEER CORPS —On Tuesday next, a grand ball in connection with the above corps, is to take place at the Wynnstay Arms Hotel, which we believe is under the most distinguished patronage. ST. MARK'S CHURCH We are able to announce that tbe Lord Bishop of St. Asaph intends preaching in the above beautiful little structure, on Wednesday even. ing next, at seven o'clock. BOROUGH SESSIONS, MONDAY, Feb. 13-Before Thomas Painter, Esq., Mayor, and T. T. Edgworth. Esq., ex-Mayor. FIGHTING.—J. Price was charged by P C. M, Allen, witb being drunk and fighting with George Evans, in the Hat public house, Charlotte-street, on Sunday last. The Mayor said that as both were guilty of the same offence, he would discharge the prisoner on payment of costs. MEETING OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD— Present: Thomas Painter, Esq, (Chairman) and all the members of the Corporation. This meeting was called on the application of the Postmaster, for the pnr. pose of passing a resolution, approving of Queen-squire as an appropriate site for the post-office which at present is situated in Brook-street, one of the worst places in the town for a public office. A great deal of discussion arose on this question. When the Mayor SI1¡;re.1 that the meeting might be adjourned to allow .Mrs Turner time to consider the matter, Mr. Councillor Rogers saiij the meeting might be adjourned till next Tuesday, whici; was accordingly agreed to. ANNIVERSARY OF HER MAJESTV'S WEDDING DAY. -Friday last being the 20th anniversary of Her Majes. ty's nuptials, the Denbighshire Ritle Volunteers took advantage of tbe occasion to hold a grand field day in honour of the event. It having been generally known throughout the town and neighbourhood, a great number of people assembled to witness the riflemen form and go through their exercises. The town presented a lively appearance, and the militia barracks being the place of rendezvous, was literally besieged with a gaping multi- tude. About three o'clock. Captain M'Coyand Lieu- tenant McCorquodale entered the square in front of the barracks, and soon the grey uniforms attended to the loud cry of the bugleman. Having formed into line, they were inspected by Captain M'Coy, who put them through a sort of preparatory drill, and then assisted by Lieutenant M'Corquodale, distributed five rounds of cartridges to each member of the corps. They then formed in'o marching order, and headed by the Denbigh Militia Band, marched to the race ground, where they assembled on parade, and were put through their facings in first-rate style by the gallant Captain in command-- They went through their various evolutions in a very creditable manner considering the short practice they have had. They firedfeu dejoie, and kept up a series of inarches and counter marches during the remainder of the after- noon, and when evening had began to dawn, they adjourn- ed to the Turf Tuvern where they p,trtook of the kind- ness of Lieutenant McCorquodale, who treated them to sandwiches and ale. After being refreshed they again formed and returned in marching order to the barracks- the band playing the national anthem, On the whole they gave proof of a very high state of effiicieney, and promise to be an honour to the Principality. They pre- sented more the appearance of veterans of the line than members of a volunteer corps. The children of the ragged school were on the grand stand, and sang the national anthem. I. DOLGELLEY. PitEVERMENT.-On Sunday evening last a most impres- sive farewell sermon was preached in the parish church by the Rev. Hugh Price, to a large congregation, prior to his leaving this place for Penmachno. Mr. Price's rapid advancement in Church preferments, speiks well for bis energy and activity. DOLGELLEY FISHING ASSOCIATION —Nov* that the spawning season has nearly closed we have every reason to congratulate the association upon the efficient way that the preservation of the rivers has been conducted. Many hundreds of salmon have this year returned to the lea, a circumstance which has not occurred within the memory of the oldest ii.habitant in the neighbourhood; and when this is taken into considetation and the fact of the great quantity of spawn that must necessarily have been deposited in the beds of the rivers from so many fish, it may fairly be surmised that this station will be, in the course of another season, one of tbe best in North Wales certainly, and, m ist probably, in England. No less than 24 large fish have been seen in one pool at the same time depositing their ova. We have seen the rules and regulations of the association for the guidance of anglers, which we have no hesitation in saying are in every respect fair and liberal. None bnt the legal mesh of21 inches will henceforth be used, thereby allowing a fish of 31bs. to escape; whereas, previously, young salmon of tIll were taken frequently. We are glad to be able to add that the gentry of the neighbourhood and others, have come forward most liberally to assist the preservation in every way. One important fact we must not omit, that one of the chief fisheries on the rivers, where the net is used for the supply of the town and neighbourhood, has this year been taken by a nrivate gentleman, solely, as we are informed, to further the ends of the association. All we can say of him is,- All honour to him lor this patriotism, and may he be amply rewarded by seeing bis endeavours crowned with complete success." HARLECH. CONCERT.—On Friday evening, the 10th inst., a con- cert was given by the Lianfair choir, ut tbe National School-room, Harlech, under the presidency of Lewis H. Thomas, Esq., Cae'i'ffynon. Admittance by bought tickets, the proceeds of which are to be laid out in the purchasing of furniture for the use of the school-room. The treat promised by the programme caused the room to be crowded to over-flowing. The Chairman opened the meeting in a neat and pathos address, and called on the choir to proceed seriatim, under the eonductorship of Messrs. Ellis Pughe and Edward Humphreys, Llan- fair. The national anthem terminated one of the most delightful concerts that ever was held at Harlech. This choir has fully established its reputation, and bids fair to be one of tbe best in Merionethshire. PENRHYN DEUDRAETH. CHURCH MEETINGS.—On Thursday, the 2nd inst., a meeting was held in this church. The service and sermon commenced on the previous evening, and al ten o'clock on Thursday morning, two oclock, and six p.m. T't:e Revd,. W. Killen, St. David's, W. Morgan, Yti- pytty, Edwards, Maentwrog, and Eliezer Williams, Portmadoc, took part in the services. Several lay prayer meetings were held in the se tiool-room at the in- tervals. The sermons were most impressive, and the congregations very large all day. J PETTY SESSIONS, THURSDAY, February 9, before the usual Bench of Magistrates. Edward Lloyd, smith, Portmadoc, was brought up, charged with being seen carrying a gun in search of gamp on Mrs. Gore's land, not far from Glyn Hall, near Harlech. The charge was substantiated, and he was mulct in the penalty of £2 10s. and costs. G. Casson v. John Evans.— Adjourned case. Taking salmon by illegal means. Fined IOs. and I Is. 6d. costs. WELSHPOOL. THE frNOR SAVINGS' BANK, The sixth annual meeting of the subscribers to this institution was held at the National Schools, on Friday last, T. Bowen, Esq., Mayor, in the chair. The statement of accounts for the last year was produced by the secretary (Mr. George Ward) having been previously audited and found correct. This institution was established in December, 1853, with the avowed object of inducing and encouraging ha- bits of regularity and economy, and offering to the work- ing classes a safe and ready means of depositing small sums of money weekly and we have much gratification in stating that the intention of its promoters have been happily realised. During the last year the number of de- positors was 223, and the sum deposited 9313 18s. 4d., being an average of;C6 Os. 8d. per week, the number of deposits being 5,266. During the seven years' useful ex- istence of this institution the sum of £1,618 19s. 5d. has been received from depositors, and £1.627 14s. 5d., (including bonus) paid to them. The number of ac- counts opened during that period has been 1,310; the number of deposits being 34,773. The business of the institution is conducted at the National Schools every Saturday evening, when sums from one penny and up- wards may be deposited Eekly, and accounts opened at I any period during the year. I HOLYHEAD. I A poor woman, named Mrs. Parry, who lived in a lonely cottage, near Black Bridge, was found burnt to death on Monday last. A dauhter of a character known by tbe name of Dick Paris," died on Thursday night last, in a small cottage, of starvation. The long disputed land enclosure question is at last settled. It is to be divided amongst the different landed proprietors whose land adjoin. SHIPWRECK.—A brigantine, during a thick fog on Wednesday morning last, sunk olf Rboscolyn. All hands were saved. She had no cargo. She was insured in the Bangor club. A meeting of the Local Government Board took place on Thursday last, in the Vestry-room, to appoint a Chairman. The Hon. W. O. Stanley, M.P., proposed the Rev. Mr. Briscoe, B.n., which was seconded, and unanimously carried. EARI.Y CLOSING.—We have pleasure in mentioning that Mr. J. Lewis, London House, Holyhead, has set an example to tradesmen in the place, and to those in other towns in North Wales, by closing his establishment on Thumdity afternoons, for the purpose of affording to his young men in the shop and warehouse, time for mental and physical recreation. A half-holiday once a-week is most desirable, and is calculated to be promotive of a vast deal of good, It produces a kinder feeling between employer and employed. We cannot but wish success to the half-holiday movement. The weather for the last three months has been very stormy, and the new Harbour of Refuge has been most useful to vessels in the channel. There are a great number of vessels of all nations at present in the old and new harbours. We learn that the City of Dublin Company's turgemail packets will be all ready by the first July next, and will then commence running according to arrangements in the new contract for the conveyance of mails to and from Ireland. The late report that the new boats were to lie named after the four provinces of Ireland had no foundation. It is, we believe, undecided what names will be given to them. They will be magnificent vessels. COUNTY COURT.—This Court was held on Tuesday last, before Charles Winston, Esq., Deputy Judge. The number of cases for hearing was much less than usual; but the following were heard:- Hon. W. O. Stanley v. William Owen.-This was an action to recover £8, two years' ground rent of house and premises at Holyhead—Judgment for plaintiff", with immediate execution. liobert Hu;hes and another v. John Griffith.— I 1 action vas hrwht to recover £10. one year's rent of the Inrwerili Arms, Bryngwran. This case was adjourned at the bsi Cour t for the attendance of one Robert Jones, (a tru-i»e n the plaintiffs) to whom the defendant had p;ii<i the vei.t M". R, D Williams, who appeared for the plaintiff's, bein>; un- able to prove that the relation of landllJrcl and tenant existed between the parties, the ptaintiffswtrenon- suitca Joseph Jones v. John Jones, Penygraig. Llan- dyfrydog. -Plaintiff (for whom Mr. Williams ap- peared) claimed £ 48 lis. 9d. for principal and in- terest, and money paid on defendant's behalf. The defendant some time ago assigned over his effects to a trustee, for the equal benefit of his creditors, and Mr. Thomas Oiven watched the case on behalf of the trustee.—Judgment for plaintiff, with immediate ex- ecution. Edwards v. Williattis.-Plain tiff claimed jE8 16 for a breach of contract. Mr. Lloyd Hughes, for plaintiff, and Mr. A. Williams for defendant.-Plain- tiff nonsuited, and advocate's fee allowed. Mr. Thomas Owen, on behalf of two persons, ap- li el to have two American powers of attorney p.ck Iedfc d before His Honour, free of charge the document he contended not being deeds of the kind, that the fee of one pound each for taking the acknowledgment thereto, was fixed by the County Court Act-The application was granted. Mr. R. D. Williams applied for a new trial on the case of John Owen v. Owen Jones. Rhydydefaid, tried at the last Court, when judgment was recorded for the plaimiff. Mr. Lloyd Hughes opposed theap. plication.—New trial granted upon the following terms:— £ 5 14,. (part of the sum levied under an I execution on the judgment) to be paid out of Court to the plaintiff. Hugh Jones, defendant's son, to make an affidavit of merits as to th balance, and in payment of costs. THE VALLEY. I PETTY SESSIONS, Monday, Feb. 13, before Richard T. Griffith, Esq., the Rev. James Williams, and the Rev. Edward Herbert. Wm. Cundy, Holyhead, was summoned for drunken- ness. Cautioned and ordered to pay the costs. Robert Owen, baker, Holyhead, was summoned for a similar offence. As he did not appear, a warrant was granted for his apprehension. Hugh Jones, Farmers' Arms, Cae'rgeiliog, was charged with permitting drunkenness in his house. Fined 5s. and costs. Mary Owen, Cross Keys, Caelrgeiliog, was also charged with permitting drunkenness in her bouse. Fined 5s. and costs. Wm. Williams, of Amlweh, tras charged by P.C. No. 6 with stealing oats and straw, the property of Owen Jones, Rhos Wen, in the parish of Amlwch. The charge was clearly proved against the prisoner-the po- lice-officer found him in the act at 4 o'clock in tbe morn- ing on the 10th inst. He was committed for one month -hard labour. Peter Thompson and Jobn Jones, of Holyhead, com. promised out of court. LLANGEFNI. THE VOLUNTEER MOVEMENT. — A letter on the sub- ject of the Ritle Corps Volunteer movement appeared in the Chronicle a few weeks back, condemning the apathy of the inhabitants of Anglesey in relation thereto. Aitho, :gli this county will be the last to make any stir in the matter it is satisfactory to oberve the public spirit and patriotic feeling of the denizens of Llangefni, as, through the loyal and kind exertions of Thomas Owen, Esq., solicitor, and the willing and prompt assistance of others, a goodly number of persons have already signi, fied their willingness to join a corps contemplated to be established in the town and a public meeting is spoken of to take place shortly, when it is anticipated the move- ment will be warmly received, and a sufficient number of persons to form a Company will enroll themselves as members. BEAUMARIS. LECTURE ON SELF- CULTURE.—A lecture on the above subject was delivered, in the Welsh language, on Tuesday last, by Mr. William Williams, in connexion with the Beaumaris Literary Institute. A mere abstract of the main points of the discourse would not be doing the lecturer or his lecture justice. The lecturer had evidently studied his subject, and by the talent displayed in its composition shewed what self-culture had done for him, an example that might be copied with self advan- tage by his heaters. He showed what had been done by men whose names will not be forgotten on the strata of time in all ages to come brigbt examples that might be follo%ve,J by the present generation He also shewed the greater advantages the present generation enjoyed over the past, in having knowledge almost forced upon them in every shape and form, cheap publications upon almost every subject being within reach of all, however limited their means, and if men only applied their facul- ties in the right direction, the highest honours in the land were not withheld from the poorest mechanic. The lecturrr shelVed that knowledge, to be of real use, should be estahlished on a firm foundation, with religion, in its purest form, as its basis, without which all endeavours would be vain, striving at a goal which could not be reached. The advantages of such Societies as the afore mentioned could not be overrated; with tbe help of the literature and the able dissertations thereon from time to time delivered by those whom it had pleased Provi- dence to place above their fellow creatures, witb regard to social station and mental acquirements; innumerable advantages might be reaped by members of such Societies. Were the above lecture printed in a form as to admit of its being brought within the reach of the working classes, the benefit accruing would be incalculable. I ABERYSTWYTH. COMPETITORY MEETINGS IN PLOUGHING AND DRAIN- ING. Meetings of this class, in connection with, and under the auspices of, the agricultural society for the northern division of Cardiganshire, took place on Thurs. day se'nnight, at Lletyllwyd, near Talybont, about seven miles from this town. Ploughing— fo the ploughman who should plough not less than a quarter of an acre in the most workman-like manner, taking time into con- sideration. 1st, David Pierce, Brynbwl, £2 2nd, D. Morgan, servant at Gogerddan, jet 10s.; 3rd, John Ed- wards, Rhydhir Issaf, El 4th, Richard Jones, servant at Nantcellanfaur. There were altogether seventeen ploughs on the ground. Five of the unsuccessful com- petitors were highly commended by the judges, who stated they had all much improved since the last match- Draining-To the workman who shall cut a perch of drain in the best and most workman-like manner, taking time into consideration. 1st. William Pierce, Bow-street Li 2nd James Tircheo, Llanilar, one of the drainers in the employ of Mrs. Williams, Castle Hill, 15s.: 8rd. Joseph Jones, Clurech. The competitors in draining were not so numerous its those in ploughing.- These competitory meetings in agricultural pursuits no doubt greatly tend to improve tbe cultivation of farms and lands in y general, especially those occupied by the competitors. CARNARVON. HARBOUR TITUST.-A special meeting of the members of this Trust was held on Thursday last, when it was determined, as we are informed, to oppose the Llyfni Railway Bill now before parliament. SLATF. Tr.ADE,-Business exceedingly brisk for every description of manufactured slale; were tbe supply double what it is, there would be a demand for it. No mention being made in the French tariff relative to the importation of slate into that country, we are in ignorance of the course intended to be adopted by the Chancellor of the Exchequer; hut should this branch of commerce have been overlooked, we think there must bave been a great oversight somewhere. TESTIMONIALS TO THE Rzv. MR., MRS., AND MISS THOMAS. —These gratifying tributes from the children of the schools in tbe parish of Llanbeblig will be preseuted at the National School, on Tuesday next, at 11 o'clock. The committee will make arranements for the accommodation of the friends and patrons of the schools who may wish to attend. PUPCf. TEACHERS. We are glad to see the names of the two pupil teachers from our National Schools, stand- ing so well in the list of those examined for certificates at the Home and Colonial Training College, viz. Rachel George, daughter of Mr. George, y assistant, Carnarvon, took a first class certificate first year; and Mary Ellen Jones, daughter of Mr. Jones, printer, took a second class certificate first year. LLANRUG NATIONAL SCHO-L- On Friday night, the 3rd inst., a large meeting of parishioners of all denomina- tions took place at the above school, for the purpose of presenting to Mr. Gabriel Davies, on his leaving for the Carnarvon Training College, an address expressive of the great satisfaction that he had given to all of them as master of the school. An excellent lecture 14 on the duties of parents to their children was delivered by the Rev. Robert Williams, curate of the parish. Two or three other lectures were also given by labouring men on education and other similar subjects. The ehnrch and chapel choirs sung several anthems and other pieces of sacred music in excellen, style. After passing an unani- mous resolution expressive of their regret that hindrances should be thrown into the way of the rector in the for. mation of such a school as would bs most in unison with the feelings of the parish, the meeting separated. Among those present were the Rev. H. B. Williams, rector; Rev. Robert Williams, curate Mr. Williams, Mr. John Rowlands, and Mr. H. B. Williams. COUNTY COURT, WEDNESDAY, February 16, before J. Winston, Esq,, Deputy Judge. There were 70 plaints entered for bearing. 40 cases disposed of. There were only two of any inportance. Jones v. Chester and Holyhead Railway Co. Pi-in- tiff, all apple dealer, had certain boxes ot apples consign- ed to him at Kidderminster Station, for delivery at Bangor. The goods were never delivered although tbey arrived in Bangor, and the action was brought to re- coi-ur £ 11 10s., the value of the goods. The case was conducted by- Mr. Powell, and Mr. Pieston for tii, r. nce said Kidderminster Station vrag not oil the i i, rhe Company sued. Plaintiff nonsuited. Bower v. Chester a' d t' ■ Railway Co.—Dr. Bower in person moved .-i « in this case. He most forcibly argued it it ?',Ie le--ith which was replied to by Mr. Pr>t: ""1 ju ge feeling an impresion that the ms? assi. 'A -v ¡, ture, would take time to give judgment. PETTY SESSIONS, MONDAY, February 13, before Ll. Turner, Esq., Mayor, J. Harding, and E. Edwards, Esqrs. William Jones charged with drunkeness and incapable of taking care of liiinself.-D,s(:hiiiged on payment of costs. Richard Williams charged with drunkeness.—Admon- ished and discharged on paying costs. ASSATILT.- Robert Owen was charged with assaulting Robert Jones. After the eximination of several witnesses, The MAYOR addressing the defendant said, he had made his case much worse by stating that which was untrue, his attempt to make out that tbe complainant was going to tight and was stripped was proved by tbe evidence of the policeman and others to be untrue. Had the policeman who came up displayed greater intelli- gence more light might have been thrown upon the case. The assault was wanton and violent, and defend- ant must pay a fine of j £ S and costs, or go to gaol for a month. Defendant was about to leave the court to get the money when he made use of violent language, upon which his Worship ordered him to be detained in custody. The money was subsequently paid by a woman who ac- companied the defendant. WEDNESDAY, Feb. 15, before L1. Turner, Esq., Mayor. DRUNKENNESS. Ellen Roberts was brought up on the charge of being drunk in a gutter on Tuesday night. She was a short time ago charged with the like offence, and discharged on the promise of taking tbe pledge. The MAYOR said, he deeply commiserated her hus- band's position. The example she set to her children was scandalous. She had been allowed to go free before because he did not like to make the husband suffer by paying the fine. She must be fined 5s., and the next time would be likely to go to prison. THURSDAY, Feb. 16, before Llewelyn Turner, Esq., Mayor. INDECENT CONDUCT. — Mary Jones, a prostitute, 18 years of age, was charged with indecent conduct in the public street. His WORSHIP animadverted upon her conduct, and ordered her to gaol for a month, exhorting her to reflec- tion and amendment. PORTMADOC. PETTY SF.SSIONS, Friday, Feb. 10, before N. Mathew, and J. Jones, Esqrs. P. S. Davies v. John Kelly. Vagrancy. Two months' im prisonment —hard labour. imr%e:ibbd 1ouR'ces Davies Richards, master mariner. For refusing to obey harbour master's orders. Fined E2 and IOs. 6d. costs. THE SMALL Pox.—We are sorry to find that this frightful malady still continues in different localities, such as Garn, Dolbenmaen, Godsedda Quay, and other place; but we are glad to find that there are but few fatal cases. NEW CIIURCH.-WE understand that it is in contem- plation to build a new church in this rising town, in a very central part of the place, which, when built, will prove a great boon to the inhabitants. It is encou- raging to see so good a prospect for a cburch in the present assemblage at the school room, and the school- room under the pastoral care of the Rev. E. Williams. It might be remarked that what ought to be first in this town, is left last-a church but it is hoped that the resident gentry, as well as other benefactors, and in par- ticular the large owners of the Ffestiniog Quarries, (who created the population and trade) surth as Lord Palmerston and others, should come forward as Christ- ians full of charity, to assist in the endowing and build- ing a church in this much neglected place. EIFIONYDD VOLUNTEER RIFLE Cortps.-Through the kind permission of David Williams, Esq., of Deu- draeth Castle, a splendid drill and practice ground have been selected upon the Traeth Mawr, within a quarter of a mi?e of Portmadoc. The Government Inspecting vi' Lieutenant J;:)er?oGrt AtC! Lieutenant Biiley, Instructor of Musketry, visited the spot on Wednesday, the 15th inst., and expressed their unqualified approval. The range is 1800 yards from the point of sight to a rock of considerable height and breadth and as the river Glisllyn flows immediately at its foot, no human being can be in danger from the wildest shot which an unskilful hand may produce. NEWTOWN. ENROLMENT OF THE FIRST MONTGOMERYSHIRE VOLUNTEERS.—Oj^Friday the I Oth inst., at 12 o'clock, the members of t s course assembled at the Public Rooms, Newtown, for the purpose of taking the oath of allegiance to her Majesty, before the Hon. H. H. Tracy, deputy lieutenant of the county. Some few of those, who had previously signed the list, were absent upon business, but 69 members were duly sworn and en- rolled as members of the corps, viz.—John Drew, Esq., Milford Hall, captain; E. R Jones, Esq., The Rock, lieutenant; David Lloyd, Esq., Cilgwrgan, ensign; Richard Jones, ESlj" honorary surgeon, and 65others. When the members had been duly sworn, Capt. Drew, in graceful terms, proposed a vote of thanks to the Hon. H. H. Tracy, for his kindness in promoting the move- ment, and his courtesy during the proceedings of the day, which was duly seconded by R. Jones, Esq and responded to at some length by the hon. gentleman.