The North Wales Chronicle and Advertiser for the Principality

CONWAY. PETTY SESSIONS, Friday, May 3.-Before Lieut.-Col. Mac Donald, and J. Lloyd Jones, Esq. John Rowlands, potter, Conway, was chargetl by John Evans, Inspector, with dealing in marine stores without having entered the same in a book, as required by law. Defendant was fined 5s. and costs. Robert Davies, Llandudno, charged Phillip Jones, of the same place, with an assault. Defendant was bound ever for six months, himself in the sum of £10, and two sureties in the sum of £ 5 each, Thomas Jones, Llandudno, charged Richard Jones, a car driver, of the same place, with assaulting him. The evidence in this case was very conflicting, and the defend- ant was bound over for his general behaviour for six months in his own recognizances, in tho sum of £ 5, and to pay all costs.

DENBIGH. BOWLING GRKF.N.—On Thursday, the 2nd inst., the opening dinner of the above club took place at the Back Row Ins, Denbigh Dr. G. Jones occupied the chair, and Dr. Pierce, and Mr. Tlios. Jones, the vice-chairs. Amongst the gentlemen present, we noticed Messrs. J. C. Wynne Edwards, T. Gold Edwards, R. Williams, Lieut. Evans, T. Blackwall, Dr.Evan Williams, Mr. Preese (N.P. Bank), Mr. Sheaf (N. & S. Bank), Dr. Hughes, Messrs. J. M. William,, Frank Wynne, M. Smith (V. of. C. R. Manager), M. Smith (Park Lane), Knight, Roberts, Jones (Groes), Hughes (Plas Chambers), R. Ll. Williams, Roberts, Jones, &c The dinner, which was excellent, was done ample justice to. The usual loyal and patriotic toasts followed aNd a very pleasant evening was spent. Mr. Martin Smith and Mr. J. Edwards were nominated as members of the club. COUNTY SESSIONS, Wednesday, May S.-Before T. Hughes, Esq., Ystrad, T. Mainwaring, Esq., and the Rev. R. Middleton. Robert Evans appeared to answer a charge of assault preferred against him by B. J. Robin. Defendant was bound over, himself in Xio, and one surety in XIO, to keep the peace for twelve months.

CARNARVON. HARBOUR TRUST.—A meeting of this Trust was held on Tuesday last The accounts were passed but no busi. ness of public interest was gone into. LECTURE ON AFRICAN SCENERY.—Mr. Barker gave an interesting lecture at the British bchool-room, on Wednesday evening last, upon the above subject. The pictures were well-executed, and the whole gave satis- faction. The audience was small. CONCERT.—On Tuesday last an amateur concert was given in the National School-room, to a very large and respectable audience, by Mr. Wm. Hayden, assisted by Messrs Watts Hulse, and T. D. Morris, and several young ladies, his pupils and friends. Some very bril- liant pieot-s were performed in a brilliant manner, seve- ral of which were loudly encored. The whole gave ge- neral satisfaction. ODD FELLOWS FETE.—The members of this Society will look forward with pleasure to the forthcoming con- cert which is to be held on Whitmonday. It promises to be one of the most brilliant entertainments we have had the pleasure to announce for some time. The ser- vices of ?e Royal Penrhyn and the Carnarvonshire Militia bands have been secured, as well as those of various artistes. The list of Patrons is very large and highly Tespectable. BOARD OF GCARMANS.—The usual fortnightly meet- ing nf this board was held on Saturday last. the guardians present were, R. Jones, Esq., Carnarvon, chair- man.; Messrs. W. Owen, Llanllyfni, and Samuel Owen, St. Peter's, Newborough, vice-chairmen; Messrs. J. Griffiths and John Jones, Clynnog, John Parry and R. R. Roberts, Llanbeblig, R. Hughes, Llanfaglen, Robert Jones, Hafod y coedw and Robert Jones, Caerloda, Llan- dwrog, Owen Jones Llarillyfni, John Jones, Llanfairis. gaer, Robert Jones and Evan Thomas, Llanddeiniolen, Wm. Thomas and Wm. Evans, Llanidau, John Jones, Llangeinwen, and Hugh Lewis, Llanfairyn y cwmmwd. The ordinary relief given during the past fortnight X204 39. 5d; irremovable poor, £125 lis. 3d.; non- •settledpoor, £ 40 8s. 2d. The Treasurers book showed a balance 8s. 3d. in favour of the Union. Num- ber of inmates in the Workhouse, 78. A letter from the Poor Law Board was read inquiring what-wcrc the circumstances which have induced the parishioners of St. Peters, Newborough, to re- quest the Overseers not to give Mr. H. Wil- liam., their collector, the books to collect the rates, and for what period the rates have been collected by the Overseers and also requetting to be furnished with co- pies of any resolutions passed by the Vestry on the sub- ject, and stating that it is not requisite that the sureties of Mr. Williams should be resident in or ratepayers of the p??ih of which he is an ufficer. 0. the mot?n of Mr. Hugh Lewis, seconded by Mr. Wm. Evans, it was ordered that the Clerk request Messrs Owen Hughes of Cefnmawr, and Ed. Owen, Shopsharp, the Oveeseers who first refused to entrust the books to Mr. Williams, to attend at the next Board, in order that the Guardians may ascertain the circum- stances above referred to. Mr. H. Williams .also to be asked to be present. Mr. Samuel Owen, the Vice Chairman, engaged to bring the vestry book to the next meeting. Mr. Bowen having applied for further time to com- plete the fciirvey and valuation of the Parish of Ltan- geinwen, it was ordered that Mr. Bowen's letter, toge- ther with the recommendation oftJle vestry concurring with the application, be forwarded to the Poer Law Board, requesting to know if the Guardians cas allow it without affecting the covenants of the contract GVILD HALL, Monday, May G.-Before T-iomas Turner, Esq. Hannah Hughes charged Mary Rowlands with an as- sault. Mr. Powell defended. After hearing the evidence of complainant, the r-ase was dismissed, with a severe censure upon the profligate character of many women in Peurallt.

HAIILECH. RAILWAY MEETING. A meeting was held in connection with the Welsh Coast Line, at the Blue Lion Inn, Harlech, on Thursday last, the object of which was to enable the Company t,o explain tk present position of the line, and the Wiill be f ore Parliament, and likewise to a.?.?L-?in what amount of support would be accorded by the landowners and others of the district, and to organize a Committee to canvass for t&ares. Mr. B. Piercy, cugineer of the line, and Mr. Roberts, secretary to the Company, and Mr. Stanier Jonw, Portmadoc, represented the eompany. The Chair was taken by J. E. PARRY, Esq., Glyn hll, who in opening the proceedings remarked that it was quite useless on his part to explain to them the object of the meeting. A Hail way, as they all knew well, was quite a boon to the neighbourhood, and the country generally, and he really hoped the people of li?rl-h would well support the undertaking by taking shares to the extent of their means. If ?rties could not afford to take 10 shares, they might subscribe for 5. Mr. Piercy would explain to them how the calls would be made, and no doubt would give them every explanation which they required. Mr. PjKJiCY then addressed the meeting at con- siderable leugth, but time forbids us giving only the merest outline of it. He remarked that Wales was very deficient in railway accommodation—that 100 tniies by 70 in fact had not a single line, whilst England as the maps would shew them, was covered over with a perfect net work. He then shortly expatiated on the advantages of a railway and then pointed out the connection which the line from Port- madoc to Aberystwyth, which would take them North and South, and to England from all parte. He next explained why the line from I ortmadoc to Pwllheli, and from Criccieth to Carnarvon, had been abandoned. The people of Pwllheli bad not shewed much inclination to take shares, the thing being new to them perhaps, but no it and this was necessary. A deviation also was insisted upon in the harbour, which he might not have been enabled to effect at once, and they had not in their plans included the harbour of Porthdinllaen. from thoo causes it had beau thought better to withdraw the line, and to bring in a fresh Bill next year, when perhaps the inhabitants of Pwllheli will have thought the matter over, and take the necessary shares, and they should be eiiabled to get the harbour to Porth- dinllaen, which was of the utmost importance to the whole line. Mr. Piercy then explained in detail what was required of the meeting and why it was necessary, that if they wished for a railway north of Aberdovey, they must take shares, and support the line in every possible way. There was a strong opposition organised in the House of Lords, by Earl Vane, and to meet this they must shew that the inhabitants of the several districts were decidedly in favour of it. The capital required now was jC400,000, as the length of the line had been reduced from 100 miles to 56 miles, of this oapital X75,000 would be found by the Oswestry and Newtown Company, and e25,000 by the Llanidloes and Newtown—making in all £100,000. Indeed all the money for accomplishing the line was ready, if the local shareholders would just take XIOOO per mile in shares. The shares could only be called for every 3 months and could not exceed £2 per share, the whole shares to be extended over a year and a half. He explained these matters with great minutenes, and to the evident satisfaction of the meeting. The following resolution was then moved by the Rsv. Mr. BROWN, seconded by Captain THOMAS, and carried unanimously This meeting being sensible of the im. portance of railway communication to this locality, pledges itself to render all the support possible to the Aberystwith and Welsh Coast Railway and for this purstse a committee consisting of the following gentlemen, with power to add to their number, be ap- pointed to canvass for shareholders, and otherwise assist the pruiiaoters-It. A. Poole, Esq.; J. E. Parry, Esq.; L. H. Thomas, Esq.; J. Nanney, Esq.; Griffith Jones, Esq.; Rev. Mr. Brown; Mr. Hugh Hughes; Mr. Hugh Roberta; Mr. Oliver Mr. Anwyl." Capt. THOMAS made an excellent and practical speech, which we shall give in our next impression. A long conversation then ensued between Mr. Piercy and Captain Kerr, and Rev. Mr. Brown, on several matters of detail, which were all satisfactorily answered by Mr. Piercy. A vote of thanks to the CHAIRMAN was then carried, moved by Mr. PIERCY, and seconded by Mr. OLIVER. The CHAIRMAN then moved a vote of thanks to Mr. Piercy, which was carried with acclamation.

I LLANFAIRISGAER. J The sum of SS has been collected in this parish to- wards the Indian Famine Relief Fund by the following persons representing the principal religious denomina- tious in the parish, viz. The Iucumbeut of the Parish; Rev. Rees Jones, Calvinistic Methodist Minister; Rcv. David Griffith, Independent Minister; Mr. Griffith Ro- berts, Crug; Mr. J. Moms, Tyddyn-oer, churchwarden; Mr. R. Williams, Graior. The money was duly paid into the bank of the Messrs. Williams, Bangor, to the credit of the Fund.

LLANDDEINIOLEN. INDIAN RELIEF FUND.—Sermons in aid of this fund were preached in the Parish Church, on Sunday, the 2Stil vtlt., by the Revds. John Roberto, of and li. W. Griffith, of Llamairisgaer, and a collection made at each service. The collections have been remitted to the Secretary at the Mansion House, London.

LLANFECIIELL. FUNERAL OF THE LATE WILLIAM LLOYD* ESQ., SUR- GEON.—In our obituary of this week we have to record the death of the much lamented William Lloyd, Esq., surgeon, Tregele, in this parish and on Monday last, his mortal remains were deposited in the family vault at Llanfaethhi churchyard, Anglesey. The neighbourhood of Llanfechcll presented the appearance of a gloomy ho- liday, labour being mostly dispensed with, the shops be- ing closed and blinds down in every cot, whilst the in- habitants witnessed with deep emotion the mournful procession wending its way in the following order :— First Coach. The Rev. Roger Edwards, M.A., Llanfecliell; and the Rev. Wm. Johnson, M.A., Lluubadiig. THE HEARSE. Mourning Coach. Dr. Lloyd, and the Rev. H. N. Lloyd, M.A., the brothers of the deceased; Mr. Parkins, barrister-at-law, and Wm. B, Roberta, Esq., relatives of the deceased. Second Carriage. Mr. Parry, and Mr. Owen, Tregele, the friends of the deceased. Third Carriage. Mr. Robert Williams, the undertaker, and the friends of the deceased. The oeceased gentleman was respected by a large cir- cle of frieii(I.; and his demise will be regretted by all classes in the neighbourhood, especially by the poor, as his bauds were always ready to supply their wants, either by his skill and talents, or by other means. His gen- tlemanly demeanour, amiable temper, pleasing rlia>,ofJi- tion, and his exemplary character, had endeared him in the estimation of all who had the pleasure of his ac- quaintance. "Sweet is the remembrance of the juat, It smells sweet, aud blossoms in the dust." II Vivit post funera virtus." Ei rinwedd er bedd fydd byw."

LL AN SAD WEN NUPTIALS OF RICUAED WILLIAMS, ESQ., OF TRosi-R- AFON TO Miss OWEN, GADLYS-On Tuesday last, this parish was the scene of much rejoicing, and the inha- bitants seemed to vie with each other in testifying their joy on the occasion. Immediately after it was known when the gordion knot was to be tied, some of the prin- cipal parishioners set up a subscription (limited to the parish of Llansadwrn alone) in order more effectively to shew their good wishes on the above happy event; and out of the proceeds, a triumphal arch across the road adjoinin" the parish church was made, which had been constructed with much taste and skill, and on it we ob- served various flags, bearing appropriate mottoes. On the ehurcligate, there was another arch of evergreens and laurels made most artistically. After the ceremony was over, about 60 of the poor inhabitants were each pre- sented with lialf-a-pound of tea and a loaf of bread. There was also an ample supply of the necessaries for the inward man, and" ewrw da provided at the Na- tional School for all comers, and the majority of the farmers of the parish partook of the treat. Liberal prizes for foot-race3 and-other gymnastic exercises were competed for and obtained by the successful candidates. In most of the farm houses in the parish, were flags flut- tering in the breeze, and at night on different parts five large bonfires were lighted, the effect of which was sublime—their ruddy glare gleaming on the country, and throwing the places aroxiii(I into gloomy shadow, and lighting them up with its artificial but lucid rays. After partaking of refreshment at the schoolroom, Mr. J. Jones, Tyddynfriar, was elected Chairman, and Mr. W. Williams, junr., Castellior, Vice. The CHAIRMAN gave in quick succession the following toasts: -"The Queen," "The Prince Consort," "The Prince uf Wales and the rest of the royal family," The Lord Lieutenant of the oounty," and Sir It. B. W. Bulkeley, Bart., M.P." The CHAIRMAN then said he had much pleasure in OTODOsiuR the toast of the evening viz., "The health of the lnopv- couple who had that day been united in the bands of matrimony. May they he happy and prosperous in every sense, live long to enjoy each other's society, and their cup of felicity be filled up to the brim." Of the bride he might say that she was a most amiable lady, and one of those who, the more they are known, seem more agreeable. He was sure they would heartily join with him in wishing long life and happiness to Mr. and frs. Williams.—(Great cheers and musical honours.) The VICE-CO AIRMAN gave the nest toast, which was the health of an upright and straightforward gentleman, most kind neighbour, and who, for his many other excellent qualities, commanded their respect and esteem. The health of Owen Owe1), Esq., Gadlys.-(Three times throe and one cheer more.) One of the parties present sung" Afonig fechan" in excellent style. The CHAIRMAN proposed the health of Miss Owen and Mjøa Elizabeth Owen, Gadlys, and may they soon follow in the footsteps of their sister." (Cheers.) Song, Sunshine after min," in English and Welsh. The VICE-CHAIRMAN, in highly complimentary terms, proposed the healths of ".Owen, Richard, Thomas, and John Owen, Esqrs., brothers of the bride."—(Cheers and musical honours). The following toasts were also given and honoured ;— "Rev. H. Prichard and the family of Dinani," "The Bridesmaids," The Chairman and the Vice-Chairman," The Committee." In conclusion, we would bog to tender our meed of praise to the committee for the very Balisfactory manner in which they carried out all the arrangements, and heartily wish the happy couple that "Eu haelwyd gaffo 'i hilio—a becligyn Henld boehgoch yn prancio Yn eitha rtewr a nythiad o Wiwdeg rlanod gwiir yno.

MONTGOMERY. THE MONTGOMERYSHIRE BOROUGHS.—»On Saturday last Captain Willes Johnson, R.N., son-in-law to the late member, was returned in the Conservative cause, without opposition the Liberal candidate, Captain the Hon. Sudeley Charles Tracy, Bon of the Lord-Lieutenant of the couuty, having retired from the contest two days previously. The election took place at Montgomery, in the Town-Hall, which was densely filled with a large ai.e;nbl.ge. The Rev. Maurice Lloyd and the Rev. J. A. Herbert- High Bailiffs of Montgomery, presided over the proceedings, which were throughout of the most enthusiastic character. Tile t.wu-clerk (Mr William Wilding) having read the writ, and he usual formalities b",iJlg been observed, Mr. T. Ha risou, surgeon, Welsh. pool, and Mr. M. L. Jones, also surgeon of Welshpool, proposed and seconded Captain Willes Johnson, R. N., as a fit and proper person to represent the Montgomery- shire Boroughs in Parliament, not only from the perfect idendity of political creed between him and the electors, but from his high social ond personal qualities, which endeared him to all who knew him. No other candidate having been proposed, Captain Johnson was declared duly e?=. The new member, after warmly thanking the electors for the honour they had done him, gave a brief epitome of his political creed, which he declared to be Liberal Conservative. He was in favour of rational progress, but decidedly opposed to rash innovations. All schemes having for their object the improvement of the working classes should receive his prompt, support. In his category he did not include the repeal of the Paper Duty, which he considered would not be of the slightest advantage to tho poor man. He should support when- ever practicable a reduction of the duties on tea and other necessaries of 1 ife, a policy which had been lost sight of when the present budget was framed. He would accord full religious liberty to all classes, but he would not consent to the abolition of church-rates with- out an equivalent. Believing the extension of railways through the Principality would be attended with advautage, he should do his utmost to support any scheme that appeared feasible and advantageous. Votes of thanks Were then accorded to the High Bailiff, to Captain Tracy for so handsomely retiring from the contest, and to the ladies. The meeting then separated.

PWLLHELI. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—A meelhg of the Board of Guardians of the poor of the Pwllheli Union was held on Wednesday, the 8th iust. Present—Mr. William Watkin, presiding chairman; Mr. Richard Jones, vice- chairman; Rev. H. Richards; Messrs. J. Parry, J. Elias, E. Evans, H. Jones, R. Williams, D. Hughes, H. Griffith, Aberdaron; R. Parry, 0. Owens, T. Griffith, R. Jones, Llanystyndwy; R. Griffith, T. Owen, D. Davies, O. Roberts, J. Griffith, and R. Roberts. The usual preliminary business was gone through, and cheques were signed. ADKLPHI FRIENDLY SOCIrTy.-On Tuesday evening last, the annual meeting or clearance day of this society was held at the Guildhall in this town, when there was an unusual number of members present, owing to the interest that was taken in a contest which was to take place for the appointment of a medical officer to the society for the ensuing year. After calling out the roll, and receiving each member's arrears of contributions and fines for the past year; and electing the different officers of the society for the ensuing year, Mr. R. B. Jones, the secretary, announced that there were four candidates who had sent in there written tenders for the appoint- ment of a medical officer, viz. Dr. J. W. Parry, Dr. H. L. Pugh, Dr. Thomas Hunter Hughes, and Dr. J. Lloyd Tliomis. After arranging the members in a line round the room, the election was proceeded with, which was carried on by ballot—four cards of a different colour being distributed to each member. After collecting and counting the voting cards, the members stood as follows:—For Mr. J. Hunter Hughes, 48; for 111. J. W. Parry, 28; for Mr. H. L. Pugh, 19; and for Mr. J. Lloyd Thomas, 7. Mr. Hughes was therefore declared elected by a majority of 20. As this society has not celebrated its anniversary for the past 8 years by forming into procession and dining together; the secretary announced, that as the funds appear now to be in a flourishing condition, and as there were many young men enrolling, that it was very likely they would have an anniversary held on Easter Monday next. This announcement was received with tremendous cheers, after which the meeting quietly dispersed. THE RAILWAY.—Our correspondent from this town Writes to us as follows The good people of Pwllheli are very anxious to learn something definite respecting the Welsh Coast Railway, and were sadly disappointed at finding nothing said about it in the CHRONICLE of last week. They were much elated when they learnt that the Bill had safely passed the Commons, and concluded that it was all right at last. In a few days after, how- ever, it was rumoured that the line from Portmadoc to Porthdinllaen had been abandoned. The idea of such a thing was scouted at first; but as the report gained more consistency, very grave doubts were entertained by all. At last it was ascertained beyond all doubt that the line had been given up, which fact gave rise to about as much disgust as indignation. We are sold again" was the cry, and that too after having supported the Welsh Coast Company from the very first, and against all corners. Be it remembered that this feeling was not confined to a few persons, but it was the general feeling of the town, the inhabitants insisting that they had been insulted as well as wronged. Since then, I have taken some pains to ascertain the real causes of this untoward and backward step on the part of the Company, and I think what I have to say will truthfully account for it, if it fails to satisfy all persons. The truth is the section from Portmadoc to Porthdinllaen has not been abandoned. -it has been only postponed until next year. The rea- sons for this step are, I believe, as follows: In the first place it is said that however well disposed the people of' Lleyn are towards the Welsh Coast Company, or how- ever anxious they may be to have a railway brought to the district, they have been backward in taking up the necessary amount of shares, locally, and in giving real practical support to the Bill before Parliament. The House of Lords especially is most particular on this point, even more so than the Commons, and it will be sure to throw out any railway bill which is not well sup- ported locally, so that it was very questionable whether the Lords would pass it even had the Company persisted in pressing it. It was also discovered that from some blunder or inadvertence, or whatever it may be, the harbour of Porthdinllaen had not been included in the plan, so that had the Bill passed, nothing could have been done with the harbour, and without that a railway to Nevin would have been next to useless, and the main object of the whole line would have been frustrate: The last reason relates to Pwllheli itself. The line pro- jected to cross the harbour here was not deemed satis- foctory by the inhabitants, and this fact was brought to the notice of Mr. Piercy at the recent meeting. Indeed so far as I can judge, the harbour appears very difficult to cross, without in some way or other interfering with the trade of the Port. The inhabitants themselves did not point out the precise route to be taken and as it is really a vital question with the town, Mr. Piercy sugges- ted that a committee of the townspeople should be formed to decide on the best plan to be adopted. Now should this plan materially differ from that laid down in the Bill, a new Act for the purpose would have to be ob- tained, even had the present Bill been agreed to in Par- liament and passed. Under these circumstances, and for the above reasons, it was decided to postpone the matter for another year, when more time could be de- voted to perfecting the line, and the omissions in the present Bill be filled up, and errors corrected. It was also stated to me that the postponement will scarcely af- fect the making of the line, for that should a Bill be passed next year, the railway would be completed pretty much as soon as if one were obtained this year. I have now told you all which I can. learn respecting this un- fortunate business, and which has given rise to so much heart-burning in this neighbourhood. I have tried to get at facts rather than to express opinions, and to ex- plain than to cause irritation. One thing, however, seems clear; if the people of Lleyn are ever to have a railway, they will have to give a practical as well as a verbal support to it, and that to the same extent as other localities have done. If they. do this, a railway will be made if they do not, then they cannot reason- ably be surprised to find themselves neglected, or that other people should refuse to do for them, what they themselves are unwilling to assist in carrying out. Whether the Railway Company have not been a little precipitate in this matter, however, is a question which I shall leave to others to express an opinion.

PENTREVOELAS. FUNERAL OF THE LATB THOAS ROBERTS, ESQ., HA- VODHE.-On Thur?y, the 9th inst., the body of the late Thomas Roberts, Esq., was conveyed to his resting- place, in Pentrevoelas churchyard, with much solemnity. The following was the order of procession Rev. 0. Jones, Pentr?,oelm, and W.M"gnes,Mq., Llanrw8t. Tenants. Llai?r??, -t Tenants. Bearers. HEARSE. Bearers. or R. E. Roberts, Esq., Arundel, and J. Jones, .sq. Mr. Lewis, Maesgwyn, and Mr. Edwards. Glyn Nannau. Mr. Owen, Havodmaidd, and Mr. Davies, Yspytty. J. Parry Jones, Esq., and Mr. Jones, Pentrevoelas Hotel. Mr. H. Charles, and Mr. Roberts, Pentrevoelas. Mr. R. Owen, Havodre, and Mr. J. Roberts. We learn that the mourning for the occasion was sup- plied by Mr. Roberts, draper, PentreTOelas. The de- ceased was the eldest son of the late Robert Roberts, Esq., Havodre, at whose death he came in possession of he estate. He was appointed Captain of the Royal Denbighshire Militia, but owing to ill health he retired upon half pay, which he received until his death. He sL a great promoter of highways. All the new roads ?.neighbourhood were either ongmated, or  I supported by him, He was a CommISsIOner of the SSS5*JrttJfc R? a  mai'moand Yspytty Trust, and a Trustee to tne Llan- rwst Trust. He w? also a ComMissioner of the Assessed and Income Taxes of the division oi Uwch-y-mynydd, in the county of Denbigh. l?w have died more generally lamented by those who knew him than this exeunt crntloman In kindness of heart, cheerfulness of spirit, and gentlemanly bearing, he excelled. To the poor he was a kind benefactor, and to his tenants a liberal land- lord. He was free from haughtiness and affectation. He won all hearts by his endearing manner and active benevolence. He was ever kind, considerate, and con- descending, and was indefatigable in promoting the com- fort and well being of others. His death will cause a void among his numerous friends which will be long felt. I

RUTHIN. I On the 1st instant, Margaret Jones, who had been waitress at the Lion Hotel for a period of seven yeais, and was this day married, was presented with a purse of 12 sovereigns by her master Mr. Green, the amount of a subscription from the commercial gentlemen frequenting Mr. Green's Hostlery, for her universal attention and civility, and which they considered she had so well earned and deserved at their hands.

RHYL. I Oil Ttlesd-iy eVnntttg the 7th inst., tlw 1l<sv. T. Price, AbeMarci delivered an eloquent lecture on Garibaldi in the Calvinistic Methodist Chapel. The chair was occu- pied by It. Wynne, Esq. Olinda Villa. We understand that the foundation stone of the new church here will be laid by the Hon, Niris Rowley, of Bodrhyddan, assisted by Sir Watkin W. Wynn, Bart., M.P; in his official capacity as Provincial Grand Master of the Freemasona of North Wales and Shropshire, one day in Whitsun-week. The 3rd Flintshire and Denbigh Volunteers, with several friendly societies, will join to form a procession. A sermon will afterwards be preach- ed by the Lord Bishop of St. Asaph.

RHUDDLAN. We are glad to learn that W. S. Conwy, Esq. has kindly ofTered to build a Wharf near tho bridge, in place of the old one, which is in a very dilapidated condition.

ST. ASAPH ST. ASAPIt CATHEDRAL SERVICE.—Sunday, May 12th.Morning-Chants, Battashall in D. Single, Mendelsohn in D; Service, Tuekerman in F Anthem, 0 how amiable," Richardson—Evening—Chant, Cle- land in D; Service, Whitfield in E; Anthem, "0 God thou art my God," Green. Organist, H. A. Atkins, Esq. IN RESIDENCE, the Very Rev. the Dean, and the Hev, Canon Jones. Last Thursday, being Holy Thursday, full choral ser- vice was held in the Cathedral, when a powerful sermon was preached by the Very ?v the Dean, after which the Holy Sacrament was administered. On ;lo la"t, the remM)M of the late Mr. J. H. Jones were followed to the grave by a larger concourse of people than has for many years been seen in St. Asapu. Every shop was closed, and all ranks of people seemed to vie with each other in paying a just tribute of respect to the memory of one whose acts of kindness will long be thought of. He was buried in the cemetry; and the service was impressively read by the Itcv. J. Sturkoy. LARGE CLEHICAL MEETING AT THE DI:ANKKY.—On Wednesday last a clerical meeting was held at the Deanery, which wa very numerously and iafluentially attended. We are sorry to hear that the Vicar or Llanasa was thrown from his horse on his way to the meeting, and was for some time insensible. We hope he is progressing favourably. PJSTTT SESSIONS, May C).-Befr. Capt. Thomas, chair. man, and W. S. Conwy, Esq. Henry Jones was fined 40s. and costs, for trespassing in pursuit of game on the land of J. Ormiston, Esq. The offence was an aggravated one, hence the extreme penalty. Caroline Jones, the widow of a man who a short time ago oommitted suicide, charged Mary Davies with assault- ing her, and using insulting language towards the memory of her late husband. Fined 2s. 6d. and costs. Mary Gold, dressmaker, Rhuddlan, charged Mary Jones with assaulting her. The assault appeared only to be the breaking of a parasol belonging to complainant. The magistrates dismissed the case on payment of costs. John Blayden, at the suit of the guardians of St. Asaph, was convicted of deserting his wife, and was sent to prison for a month. The money found upon him was given to his wife.

TREMADOC. A CURIOUS INCIDENT.About five weeks ago a respectable looking young man named Thumas, came to Tremadoc and took lodgings with Mr. Roberts, Post- master, in this town. He was a quiet, inotlensive person, and behaved himself in every respect properly and orderly. He employed himself chiefly in fishing in the neighbouring streams, and he seemed to enjoy his "out "very much. On Friday last, when lie was out with his rod as usual two strange men came to Mr. Roberts's and made enquiries ItS to the young man's whereabouts, and produced a letter alleged to be from his mother. Mr. Roberts took them where he thought he was but they could not find him until they returned to Tremadoc. One of the men then confronted him, and sternly asked him if he (the young man) did not know him. The auswer returned was that he did, awl that lie came from Dr.—'s of Greenwich. They then retired into the house, when the young man quietly sat down and exclaimed now I am going from heaven to hell." The man then stated that he was insane and that he had run away from an asylum and that they were commissioned by his mother to recapture him and to take him back to London. Every one was astonished at this announcement, and remarks not over complimen- tary to the mother were freely indulged in, as the conduct aud behaviour of the youth were very unlike those of an insane person. The young fellow himselt said she wished to send him to an asylum, because she could keep him cheaper there than out of one. What the real facts may be I do not know; but as this little mystery" has been much talked about here, I have sent you an outline of the occurence.—ot/?* Correspondent.

THE A. O. FORESTERS COURT, CONWAY CASTLE. To the Editor of the North Wales Chronicle. Sir-Appended to a letter which appeared in your last respecting the election which lately took place in the above court, I find a postscript touching a note said to have been addressed by the secretary to Dr. Hughes, in which the former took an undue liberty with my name. I beg leave to make it publicly known through your columns that, having had no reason to consider the elec- tion otherwise than fair and satisfactory, I have exhibit- ed no desire whatever to have it nullified, and that I gave the secretary no permission to connect my name with the party who are demanding a re-election. I am, Sir, yours obediently, Conway, May, 1SG1. THOMAS MORGANS, S.C.K.

CLERICAL FEUDS. To the Editor of the North Wales Chronicle. Dear Sir,—Not residing in Wales, I am anxious to see a Welsh newsp:per whcn opportunity offers. A neigh- bour of mine favours me with the NORTH WALES CIIlW- NICLE for some hours weekly. It grieves me to find this Church Paper admitting correspondence which cannot be of general interest, but must prove fatal to the church in Wales, if persevered in. Clergymen of the same church quarrelling about the mode of preaching, and about the difference between men who live in the same Principality, in their ministrations, sounds strange to English Churchmen. It reminds them of the petty jealousies, and party feuds that prevailed among the Welsh Princes, and which rendered them powerless, so as to become an easy prey to their enemies. The church in Wales has numerous assailants from without, but they are not a hundredth part so dangerous to her wel- fare as dissensions within her pale. The English clergy in the portion of the kingdom in which it is my lot to live have learned of late years to agree to differ," and since they have united against outward aggression, the effects are visible. The rejection of the Anti-church Bills during this Session of Parliament may in some measure be attributed to the increased unity and co- operation among churchmen. If the Welsh church is to improve,' and to become the church of the people, bishops, priests, and deacons, must unite and co-operate in their several spheres, and you, Mr. Editor, must have the moral courage to reject such communications as can only do immense harm to our beloved church. A WELSHMAN IN ENGLAND.

LLANDUDNO-NORTH WALES. To the Editor of the North Wales Chronicle. LLANDUDNO METEROLOGICAL RETURN FOR THE MONTH OF APnIL, 1861. The mean temperature of the month was 46°5. mean daily range of temperature 9*6. highest day temperature (18th) 6i°.0 lowest night temperature (1st) .36°.0 range of temperature of the month 28'.0 „ mean due point temperature 39°8. „ mean humidity (saturation being 100') .78°8. mean barometer pressure I. 29.989 in. greatest atmosphere pressure (11th) 30.480 „ smallest °' ditto ditto (2nd) 2!).C20 ? range of pressure for the monta .0,860 „ amount of rain for the month .1.3 J. N. April has been a month of seasonable and remarkably fine weather. The fall of rain was small, the amount of sunshine great, and the motion of the atmosphere moderate. The wind had more or less of lasting iu it on 13 days, but it often moved round towards the west with the and in its course, by which, as well as by the large amount of wlar radiation, it was shorn of much of its uatural keennem. There were 24 days on which no rain fell in the day time, and only two days devoid of sunshine, so that there was no interruption to out door exercise. The mean temperature of the month was 1°7 above that of the con-espondn; mouth of last year. The mean daily range about the same, and the fall of rain a little under the half. The swallow was seen on the 25th, and the cuckoo on the 29th. Last year they I were both observed on the 28th. I am, &c., yours truly, JAMES INICOL, M.D. I Mostyn House, Llandudno, May 8, 1861.

RATEPAYER VERSUS THE CHURCH. To the Editor of the North Wales Chronicle. I Sir,-O;le word more in answer to "Ratepayer," though I think he is scarcely worth the trouble. His last letter is a very silly one, and he is getting quite out of his depth. The remarks which I made with regard to parochial visitation were not the result only of my own experience, but were founded on the assertions of the Representatives of Church Societies, and a Rate- payer might as well advise the Bench of Judges on a point of law (doubtless, he thinks himself competent) as to set up his little opinion against such authority. Ad. mitting for the sake of argument that there are only 2000 houses in the pariah of Bangor, which is absurd, as the new census returns will shew, I should like a "Ratepayer," as he thinks it so easy a matter, to try his hand at visiting 1000 houses, some of them five miles off. I think he would very soon give in. He says I attempt to prove that parochial visitation in towns is impossible. I do nothing of the kind; but I do assert that a regular general visitation of the whole people in large town parishes is impossible, unless an adequate staff of curates be kept for the purpose, and in a large country parish, perhaps 15 miles in circumfer- ence and having a town like Bangor in it, it is also ut- terly impossible. Two men could not properly attend to the town of Bangor alone. How then can they be expected to visit the whole parish thoroughly ? I don't think Iiatepayer" knows what thorough and efficient parochial visitation is it is not sufficient for a clergy- man to pop into a house, stay a couple of minutes, make a few pretty speeches an(I off again, but he must be in the habit of visiting all the houses in his district at stated periods, so that he may know exactly the state of his people, may give relief where required, pray with the sick, see that children do not remain unbap- tised, and endeavour to lead Dissenters to the Church; but in a parish like Bangor, with only two clergymen, they can only evidently visit the sick and those who sig- nify a wish to see them. In a place like Bangor there is a great deal of secular work, to which a clergyman must attend, and which oc- cupies a great deal of time. Of course, "Ratepayer" sees nothing of this, but he ought to allow for it. Ratepayer" speaks of some who have not been viiited when at the point of death. If he be a man of honour, let him at once state whether he knows of a single case in which either of the Bangor Clergy have refused or neglected to visit a sick person, when desired to do so; or let him at once withdraw his gross insinuation. I don't for one moment believe that he dare sign his name to one of his letters, and still call himself "a true friend of the Church;" if he be so, may the Church be saved from such. Ratepayer" speaks of parishioners worshipping at the shrine of dissent." I was not before aware that dis- senters had a shrine. When next" Ratepayer" writes a letter, I hope he will have a Johnson by his side. With regard to the chtir(-hwardeiisl-if the election of both rests with the Vicars, there is no reason why they should consult the parishioners; but if the election of one rests with the parishioners, they have the remedy in their own hands-let them use it. I think the Vicars have acted very wisely in treating "Ratepiyer" with the silent contempt which he de- serves, his letter which appeared in your paper of the 27th April, shewing the almost universal nature of his future attacks will certainly not increase the general es. timate of his letters on this subject. While there is a scandalous publication in a neigh- bouring town, whose principles appear to be radicalism and dissent, willing at all times to back up such malcon- tents as Ratepayer" in his attacks upon the Church, it behoves you, Sir, who profess Conservative and Church principles to throw your bahnce into the opposite scale and defend the Church aud her clergy against these in- vidious attacks, especially in Wales, where dissent is so rampant. Yours, & May 7, 1861. A TOWN CLERGYMAF. II

cntb of I I THE HON. MR. MOSTYN, M.P. WE have this week, very unexpectedly been called to the painful task of record- ing the death of the Hon. Thomas Ed- Wiird Mostyn Llayd Mos- tyn, of Glodd- aeth, who expired at Burling Manor, in the county of Kent, one of the saats of the Earl of Abergaven- uy, about one o'clock in the afternoon of Wednes- day I.t. Mr. Mostyn was born January 23,1830 mamed to Lady Harriet Augusta Neville, daughter of the Earl of Abergavenny, July 1), 1855; died May 8, 1861. He has left two eons to lament the loss of their father; the eldest, Llewelyn Neville Vanghan, born April 7, 1856; and the youngest, Henry Rich- ard Howe], born April 6,1857. He has represented the county of Flint in the House of Commons since the elevation of his worthy father to the Peerage. He contested the county in the year 185(5, with Sir Stephen Glynne, Bart., over whom he had the overwhelming majority of 3D5. His speech on that occasion against Mr. Gladstone, the present Chancellor of the Exchequer, will long ba rcmembercd by all parties. To give any suitable dc!ineati.m of his character, is a task to which we feel and confess our total in- adequacy. Notwithstanding he had not fully reached his thirty-second year, his reputation had a leugoh and breadth which made it obvious to all. It had nothing hidden, disguised, or equivocal about it; it was always honest, consistent, and frank. His conscious integrity and bold independ- ence, were the reigning qualities of his mind, and made him so much admired in all the circle of his acquaintance. He was animated by a patriotic spirit; he loved his country; he gloried in its eminence and privileges; he was ready to stand for its independence, and for the freedom of its people as a birth-right He was a warm advocate of the intellectual culture of his countrymen, and the so- cial elevation of all classes. Notwithstanding he made no pretensions to high oratorical powers, he rendered very useful services for the good of the public. His political career was proverbial for consistency, and his votes in the high councils of the nation were given in perfect harmony with the principles he professed on his return by the people, as their representative. As he advanced in years and experience, his mental and moral qualities were developed with promising progress, and gave evidence that he was a man of enlarged philanthropy. In connection with all pub- lic affairs he was unostentatious, unwavering, and constant, worthy of the true honoured House of Mostyn. In the family circle he was dearly beloved, and by his neighbouring acquaintances he was highly appreciated. His friendship was warm, liberal, and disinterested. His health had shewn evident symptoms of debility for some time past, and disease was making gradual inroad on his constitution. He had lately been compelled to retire from public life, and that for some months, but lively hopes were entertained, recently, that he might. yet be spared for a season, but his last illness soon evinced itself, as the hour of dissolution approached, and his meek and gentle spirit passed to another and a better world. It is impossible to describe the effect produced on the town and throughout the neighbourhood of Llandudno, on Wednesday afternoon, when the first intimation of the melancholy event reached the place; and by Thursday morning when the sad intelligence had been duly confirmed, a gloom was cast over the whole place. Shops were partly closed, and deep sorrow was expressed by serious looks and profound silence. The deep sympathy of the inhabitants with Laxly Augusta Mostyn, and her lonely children, so signally endeare d by reason of her amiable and benevolent qualities, with hopes that she may be supported in the critical hour by Him who is the father of the fatherless, and the judge of the widow in his holy habitation," it is not possible to express in terms too strong. To the noble parents, with the whole circle of the bereaved family, they woidd also tender their expressions of sorrow for the loss they sustained. The mournful feeling now manifest in the place, contrasted with the rejoicing expressed on his coming of age, ten years ago, is very atrikiug. His loss will be deeply deplored and his memory will long be fragrant. We may remark in conclusion, that Mr. Mostyn was one of the Improvement Commissioners in Llandudno, and Chairman of the IBoard, and was a Magistrate for the Counties of Flint, Denbigh, and Carnarvon.—From (t Corre^jioiidcnt.

BY ELECTRIC TELEGBAPff- LONDON CORN MARKET-FRIDAY. A better sale in wheat with full prices. Weather WW and gloomy. LIVERPOOL CORN MARKET.—FHIDAT. Wheat 1 If quarter dearer. Flour stronger. WAKEFIELD CORN MARKET—FHUJAT. Wheat firm, with full prices.

AMERICA. PROGRESS OF CIVIL WAR. NF.W YORK, APRIL 26, 2 P.M. Four New York regiments have arrived at Washing- ton. The capital is supposed to be strong enough to resist any attack. The route from Annapolis to Washington is kept open by federal troops. The Baltimore railroad communication is still in- terrupted. Southern regiments, by tickets universally elected, are In Baltimore (?) Fort Smith, in Arkansas, with property estimated at $80,000, has been taken by the state troops, and the confederate flag hoisted. The Governor of New York has made a call for 21 additional regiments. The public buildings at Washington are barricaded. The Governor of Tennesse informed President Lincoln that he would furnish no troops to the Federal Government, but would sooner furnish 50,000 against the North. The Governor of Delaware has responded to President Lincoln's call for troops. The Washington government was chartering all avail- able steamers, for transports and gunboats. The Kedar is chartered. Th union sentiment in Maryland is increasing in some parts of the state. The people threaten to hang the representatives if they vote for secession. Southern troops are reported to be marching on Yt ash- ington in detachments. The plantations of the South, are neglected. The growing crops are in danger for want of cultivation. The telegraphic communication with Washington has been resumed, and the latest advices represent all quiet, and that the fears of all attack were subsiding. Great numbers were leaving the city. Everything there pressnted a very warlike aspect. It was stated a scarcity of provisions prevailed there, but the camp was well supplied. The steamer Maryland arrived at Annapolis on the 25th, with naval officers and men, and a good supply of guu, to fortify Annapolis. Tne steamer De Soto, from Annapolis had arrived at New York. She brought several persons, picked up at sea, who were escaping from the South. The Ariel had also arrived at New York, and brought intelligence from Sort Monroe. The Fort had succeeded in capturing vessel, the captain of which is supposed to be a traitor, and will be tried by court martial. At a Southern Rights Meeting at-Warsaw, in Missouri, resolutions were passed, favouring immediate secession, and also recommending the Legislature to pass a Seces- sion ordinance, requiring the government to repel by military force all attempts of the Republican admi^ nis- tration to march troops through the limits of the state, and for reinforcing the forts and arsenals of the state. A company of cavalry is being raised, There is little sympathy, however, in Northern Missouri, with the Secessionists. Reports that the railroads, & were likely to be interfered with, were wholly unfounded. NEW ORLEANS, Aprf! 25. It is stated at Brazos, that the Mexicans are getting up another guerilla war on the Rio Graude, above Browns- ville. The town of Roma had been pillaged and burnt,, and many American families murdered. Brownsville has also been threatened. Vera Cruz dates are to the 22d ult. There had been another Ministerial crisis. Typhus fever had prevailed at the capital, and Ministers Weller and MatheWs were sick with it. Gold mines of fabulous wealth had 'been reported as discovered on the Tehuantepec Isthmus- Juarez will doubtless bo declared President by Congress, which was to meet on the 21st. The Pony Express from Francisco, on the 8th ult. had arrived. The St. Louis sailed on the 11th for Panama, with 300 passengers and $85,000 in treasure. Coffee was active and prices firm. The market for all descriptions of goods was better. The weather was fine. The roads were improving, and grain was steady, at last rates. SOUTHAMPTON, THURSDAY. The Steamer Fulton has arrived. Her news has boon anticipated. She brings despatches for Government, which were forwarded by special train. In addition to general items, we find that fort Pickens has been reinforced. General Bragg despairs of its capture. Complete anarchy prevailed throughout the South. The federal troops passed safely through Maryland. The revolutionists were gathering in Virginia. The 2nd New Jersey Regiment had departed for Washington. The Z-iuavea were to leave New York for Washington on the day after the Fulton sailed. All the steamers of Morgan's Line, plying between New Orleans and Galveston had bjeu seized by the- secessionists. Two or three had also been seized at Baltimore. A stampedo of Negroes had taken place in Maryland,. Soldiers continued to arrive at the federal capital. The city is defended by 15,000 men. QCER.NSTOWY, THURSDAY. The screw steamer Glasgow, which sailed from New York on the 27th ult. has arrived. She brings 55 cabin and 2S5 steerage passengers. The Glasgow passed a large steamer on the 7th. It was stated that a reaction in favour of the union was setting in at Baltimore. The news has generally been anticipated.

ITALY. MESSINA, SUNDAY via (MAKSIELLES). No popular rising has taken place, although one WM expected. Great uneasiness, however, prevails here. The troops are encamped outside the town, for fear of being taken by surprise. NAPLES, WEDNESDAY. Yesterday about 200 Bourbon soldiers were defeated by the national guard at a village near Calma. They are now surrounded at Caserta Vecchia and Marroni by tha national guard and a detachment of Bersaglieri. TURIN, THURSDAY. The rrince of Carignan and the Chevalier Nigra are. shortly expected at Turin. The appointment of Com- mander Martino as lieutenant of the King at Naples ha* been decided upon. He will soon proceed thither.

TURKEY. I MARSEILF.S, THURSDAY. Adviccs received here from Constantinople to the lafc inst. state that Omar Pasha would leave the following week for Bosnia, accompanied by a delegation composed of one attache from each embassy of the Great Powers. A Fienoli steamer had proceeded to Beyrout to bring back the International Commission to Constantinople. M. Garatchanin, who was in Constantinople on a special mission from Servia, claimed from the Porte hereditary rights for the reigning family of Obrenovitch.

CARNARVON. SIIIRE HALL, May 4th.Before Lord Newborouglr and other magistrates.—The following were convicted and severally tined as under, for using illegal and unjnst weights and scales Mary Hughes, Rhostryfan, a coal scale 6 lbs. against purchaser.—Fined 6s. and costs. John Roberts, Rhostryfan, for short weights.—Fined lis. aud costs. William Hughes, farmer, Rhostryfan, for using a lib. (.stone) being illegal for selling butter.—Fined Je. 6d.r iucluding costs. Thomas Williams, farmer, Rhostryfan, a 1 lb. weight s hort for selling butter.—Fined 7s. 6d., including costs. John Hughes, flour dealer, a flour scale 14 oz. against the purchaser.-Fined 5s. and costs. Jane Griffith, Port Dinorwic, for using unjust weiglita- —Fined 6.. and costs. Robert Owen, Port Dinorwic, publican, for using six earthenware mugs, Ith each short of a lint.-Finod 64. and cosW. David Jones, Port Dinorwic, farmer, using lead weights in the sale of butter.-Fined 7s. 6d., including costs. William Jones, Tavem-y-Grisiau, Port Dinorwic, far- mer, on two informations for having a wooden scale for selling butter, li oz. against the purchaser, and » pound weight nearly J oz. short, making a pound of but- ter only 14 ozs. There were other smaller weights in. correct.—Fined 20s., including costs. TOWN COUNCIL, Thursday, May 9th.—George Harding, Esq., Sen. Alderman, presided, in consequence of tha- continued indisposition of the Mayor, (LI. Turner, Esq-} It was ordered that Market-street and Castle-street be properly drained; and also, that on and after tb- "L « June next, all slaughter houses must be registered- which are within the borough.

offer you OVir sincere congratulations on the important event of your marriage, and we hope that it may please God to bless you and Mrs. Thonnis with long life and every happiness. The arduous duties of your office are not altogether unknown to u, and we take this opportunity of assuring you, of our sympathy and support in difficulties and trouble which you may have to encounter; and although the period during which you have been among us is but short, we have already had sufficient evidence of your sincerity and energetic labour, to enable us to appreciate the wisdom of the Bishop in your selection, and we feel aMumd, that in your case, the cause of the Church and true religion must succeed and prosper." [The above did not reach us in time for our last week's impression.]