Wrexham and Denbighshire Advertiser and Cheshire Shropshire and North Wales Register

I EFFECTS OF THE RUSSIAN WAR. I At the County Hall on Saturday, before P. B. Davies Cooke, P. A. Lloyd, and E. Thompson, Esqrs., an aged man named Edward Hughes Jones, who appeared to he of fairly good education, was brought up in custody charged with vagrancy. Last week we reported the breaking out of a fire at the farm of Mr Daniel Blackwell, of Gwerynffynon, Ithosesmor. The defendant was seen on the premises just a little before the fire, and some clothes and a walking stick of his were found among the debris, so there was a pretty general suspicion that he had by some means or other caused the fire, though no one believed the old man would have wilfully caused it. The first vvitness called was Mr Daniel Blackwell, who said that on the previous Thursday afternoon he had seen the prisoner in his yard at Gwernyffynon. It was about ten minutes past one o'clock, and the fire broke out about half-past two. The fire broke out in a hay loft above the shippon where cattle were kept. At the time he saw him, the prisoner was coming from the direction of Tvddyn Bach, and when the fire was on he saw the p qoner again among the people who had assembled. Ti. walking stick produced, which had been found among the debris, he identified as that of the prisoner. He had also heard the prisoner claim some old clothes which were partially burnt, and which had been found among the debris. He had known the prisoner as a wandering vagrant for about 30 years, and had complained of him about that time. The Prisoner No, Mr Blackwell, it was at the time of the peace with Russia, and I have never been well since that time, and I have been in the Work- house too. The Chairman Well, and how long ago is that ? The Prisoner I believe it was in 185G. Mr Blackwell Well, I was not far out of it on your own showing. all said that having hear d of the Inspector MinshaIl said that having heard of the fire he proceeded up to Gwernyffynon, where he saw Mr LTVlI aclcwell. After making some general inquiries he asked for the prisoner, and was told that he was helping in the crowd until the arrival of the police, when he disappeared. Witness then went in search of the prisoner, finding him at Tyddyn Bach in the building. He charged him with setting fire to the building at Gwernyffynon, and he said No, I did not, but I did go to the hay loft to fetch a tin can." The clothes found among the debris were identified by the prisoner as his, and also a flannel singlet which had been subsequently found. The prisoner said that he had hidden them in the straw. Mrs Jones, Tyddyn Bach, was called, and spoke to the defendant coming to her house on Thursday and asking for victuals, which she gave him. The Chairman then asked the prisoner whether he wished to say anything, and whether he could give an account of himself ? The prisoner said he had been a turner a few years before the Russian War, and he had been in the Workhou-e some time, The Chairman The Uussian War seems to have affected you a good deal, how have you maintained yourself since that time ? The Prisoner I was a turner a few years before then, and I have been to the Workhouse, then I work a little at harvests, and I gather a few sticks, ex- pecting to get into better health. The fire was a great mystery to me. Inspector Minshall said the prisoner had been brought up last June and discharged on his promising to go into the Workhouse, but he did not go. The Prisoner: The fire was a great mystery to me, Mr P. A. Lloyd But it is none to me though. The I-risoner I ought to prove an alibi or alibee- what do you call it ? The Chairman But you are not charged with setting fire to the building but with vagrancy. What have you to say to that ? The Prisoner The circle of my rambling is very small—only from Nantyfigilet to Rhosesmor. The Chairman Your practice of going into build- ings is a very dangerous one, and we are inclined to make the circuit of your rambling still smaller by sending you to gaol for one month with hard labour. The prisoner was then removed. It is stated that he has not done a day's work for thirty-five years, exist- ing by begging his clothes and food, and sleeping in outliuu.ies, &e. BROUGIITON HALL. I BOARD OF GUADIANS, APRIL 20TH.-Present Messrs W. Thorn (ex-offici<>), J. Roberts, Saltney I Hugh Davies, Hawarden H. Curwen, Kinnerton P. Wilcock, Hope; J. Cawley, Hope; G. H. Alletson, Ewloe, and J. itigbv, clerk. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN—LIVELY PROCEEDINGS. I The members assembled in the Board room about half-past two o'clock and the Clerk said that the first business was to elect a chairman. Mr Wilcock said that only a few members had arrived and it would be more respectable to wait a little. The gentlemen then waited for about a quarter of an hour when there was some restlessness displaved, and Mr Wilcock proposed that Mr .T. Roberts be the chairman for the ensuing year. He was, he said, about the largest employer in the Union, and was as well acquainted as any one with the business of the Board. Mr Roberts was sorry to say that he could not undertake the duties of the office. Mr Cawley seconded the motion for Mr Roberts' election. Mr Roberts urged the Board to so on in the usual way, or to appoint sumeone else, at the same time ¡ mentioning the name of the Rev. J. Davies. Mr Wilcock said that he thought it was the feeling of the Board that Mr Roberts should be their chair- man. Mr Hugh Davies said that he felt it was now his duty to move, as an amendment, that they should go on, as usual, and re-elect Mr Thorn. He moved the proposition out of no disregard for Mr Roberts in any way. He was sure he respected him as much as any- body present, and he had known him a great many years. But Mr Roberts, as he had told them, had other duties and business to attend to, whereas Mr Thorn devoted a good deal of his time to the business of the Board. He had served the Board for many years, and although, perhaps, there might be some cases in which he had not acted altogether as some of the members would like. it was simply because he, like many of them, had a strong will of his own. Perhaps this led him sometimes to press for his own way, but he did not suppose that any of them were perfect in any way. Mr J. Roberts, Saltney, seconded the proposition. Mr Thorn said there seemed to be A little difference of opinion with regard to who should occupy the chair, and he saw exactly how it had arisen. He did not want to put himself in a false position, and after having seen the feeling which had been displayed, he was quite prepared to retire from the chair which he had occupied for so many years. He had done the very best he could for the advantage of the district, in fact he had no other end in view-no selfish eud in any way. Of course he could see the feeling that had arisen, and he thought he should feel more comfort- able if he retired from the chair, as ii Ie Board was not constituted quite as it used to be. He could do what he wished for the good of the district, whose interests lie had entirely at heart, as well out of the chair as in in it. He had, as he said before, no selfish end in view he had not a single selfish motive, but he had at the same time a strong opinion upon matters. He never formed those opinions hastily—he took time to consider them, and he was extremely cautious in any- thing he did. They would in no way dishonor him in putting aim out of the chair. Mr Cawley You will act as an cx officio guardian, will you ? Mr lbom Oh, certainly. Mr Cawley Yes, for your own ends. Mr Thorn said he should act as an ex officio guar- dian. He had been serving the ratepayers for the last five and thirty years, and he did not think there were many round the Board who could say that, or that he ever had any ends of his own to serve. Mr Wilcock But you have not carried out the voice of the ratepayers. I am sorry to say. Mr Thorn Oh, that's your opinion, sir. Mr Cawley It's the opinion of the Board. Mr Wilcock It's not only the opinion of the Board, but of the ratepayers too. Mr Curwen It's no use arguing. There seems to be a feeling in the matter, and as Mr Thorn says he is quite wIHing to give up the chair, I beg, under the circumstances, to propose that the Rev. J. Davies be chairman for the ensuing year. Mr Alletson said that although he was a young member of the Board, as far as he had seen Mr Thom had done a great deal for the public since he had been elected as chairman of the Board. He did not think they could do better than re-appoint him. Mr Cawley seconded Mr Curweiis motion that the Rev. John Davies be chairman of the Board. Mr Roberts You withdraw my name, don't you ? Mr Cawley Yes. There being no other proposition, the Clerk pro- I ceeded to put them to the vote, saying he would put the last amendment first. Those in favor of the appointment of Mr Davies as chairman would hold up their hands. Hereupon four hands were held uio, those of Messrs Wilcock, Cawley. Curwen, and J. Roberts, Saltney, though the latter had seconded the nomination of Mr Thom. The Clerk was about putting the name of Mr Thom to the vote, when the latter prevented him. saying he preferred he would not, as he could see how things were going. Mr Hugh Davies said he could not understand how- Mr Cawley Let us be going on to business, we have had enough of your talk. Mr H. Davies I was only going to say- Mr Wilcock Let us have no personalties, we have I had enough of them. The Clerk then declared the Rev. J. Davies to be elected chairman. Mr Cawley then proposed that Mr J. Roberts, Saltney, be elected vice-chairman, which was seconded by Mr Wilcock and agreed to. Mr Curwen next proposed that Mr P. Wilcock be elected junior vice-chairman, which was seconded by Mr Cawley and agreed to. The committees were then appointed, which were I the same as last year, save that the name of Mr Thorn was substituted for that of Mr Hancock on the Assessment Committee, and that of Mr Alletson for I that of Mr Lewis, of Marford and Hoseley, on the I School Attendance Committee. STATE OF THE HOUSE. -? I he Master (Mr DMswel!) reported that the num. ber in the h'mse that day was 57, against 52 that dav tweh'emo!tb. V?gr?iits relieved during the fort* night, 22; during the corresponding period of last! year, S4. I OUT-DOOR BELIEF. I Mr H. Roberts said during the fortnight 381 persons I had received out-door relief, at a cost of 964 5s Gd. During the corresponding period of last year 333 persons only had been relieved at a cost of 254 8s 9d. BUCKLEY. I THE WEATHER.—After the fine warm weather of last week we have had a return of cold winds accom- panied with night frosts, and on Tuesday morning tne mountains were covered with snow, the temperature being at that time more like December than April. CONGREGATIONAL CHAPEL.—The fine chapel of the the English Congregationalists, Hawksbury Place, is at present undergoing a thorough course of renova- tion, which we understand will take about four weeks to complete. On Sunday the services in the afternoon were held at the Tabernacle Chapel, and in the evening at the old Chapel, Mill lane, both places of worship having been kindly lent by the Primitive Methodists. The contractors are Mr W. C. Brown, builder, Buckley, and Mr Stilton, of Mold, the former having contracted for the colouring and the latter for the painting. On Tuesday evening the Rev. Haynes, missionary from Balayrio, in South India, in connec- tion with the London Foreign Missionary Society, delivered an excellent address in the Schoolroom ad- joining the chapel. In the absence of Mr E. Davies, who was announced to take the chair, Mr Thomas Jones, Bistre Board Schools, very ably presided. Mr Haynes, in the course of his address, showed several specimens of idols. The Society commenced their work in 1810, by Mr Hands, and without any result for nine years. He was pleased to be able to state that the Society had now made gocd progress, and were doing a great deal of good amongst the heathen. The lecture was a most interesting one throughout, and was eagerly listened to by all present. The usual votes of thanks were tendered to Mr Haynes for his eloquent address and Mr Jones for presiding. CHIRK. I T"k T\ • «« rRDIR08E ijay.-rrimrose aay was universally observed by the admirers of the late Lord Beacons- field. In the front of a neat cottage border ng on Chirk and hard by a colliery, this beautiful wild flower has been extensively cultivated and it3 display of natural beauty cannot be denied. In the borders we counted no less than 160 roots in full bloom some of the bunches measuring upwards of 30 inches in circumference and the pips thickly studding the plants. CONFIRMATION.—On Monday afternoon the Bishop of St. Asaph held a confirmation at the parish church. The catechumens, who numbered seventy-six (forty- two males and thirty-four females), came from the parishes of Chirk, St. Martins, The JLodge, and Llan- ymynech. The officiating clergy were the Revs, LI. Wynne Jones, D. S. Davies, and Hugh Jones, Chirk, I an d Hucli Jones, Ciiirk, D. R. Jones, The Lodge; R. E. Price, Llan-, ymynech, and Mr Jenkins, St. Martins. At the commencement of the service the Choir sang the trio and chorus "The Blessing of the Children." The Rev. Hugh Jones read the first portion of the evening service, the Choir chanted the Psalms, the Vicar read the lesson, and, following the Nunc Dimittis, the Rev. D. S. Davies read the remaining portion of the evening prayer. No. 231 Church Hymns, was then sung, and the Vicar read the preface to the Confirma- tion service, when the Bishop addressed the candidates, dwelling more particularly upon the promises made for them by their sureties at their baptism, and the importance of their renewing these promises for them- selves. The ceremony of Laying on of Hands having been g .ne through, and hymn 235 sang. the Bishop exhorted the catechumens, now they were entitled to partake of the Holv Sacraments, not to turn their backs en the Lord's Table. The remaining portion of the service was then gone through, and as the congregation was dispersing, the Choir sang the anthem "0 how excellent." Mrs Hulid"?' ;rl at the hatmo?'? — -?.M, COEDPOETH AND MlNERA. THE COLLIERIES.—The collieries in this district have been working very irregularly during the last three weeks or so. Many of the men employed are only getting two or three days' work in a week. PREACHING MEETI.NG.-Oll Sunday and Monday the Congregational Church at the Nant held its annual preaching meeting, when addresses were delivered by the Revs. D. Jones, Ruthin, and H. J. Jones, Llanrwst. Collections were made in aid of the chapel funds at the close of the evening services. COR WEN. LECTURE.—On Thursday evening a very interesting lecture was delivered by the Rev. H. Hughes, of Lianfairfechan, on His travels in America," in the Wesleyan chapel. The Rev. D. Hughes presided. SANITARY AUTHORITY.—At the meeting on the 20th inst., Rev. D. Evans in the chair, the Clerk read a letter from the Local Government Board refusing to sanction the Inspector's appointment unless the Board agreed to the advance of E20 in his salary. After some discussion it was agreed to rescind the former resolution and grant the advance.—The Chairman stated that a communication had been received from Mr Chapman, Shrewsbury, in reference to the pollu- tion of water at Ctroir. The following gentlemen were appointed to meet the Inspector and Mr T. H. Wynne Messrs Dr. Jones, W. E. Williams, G. Parry, and T. Evans. Mr J. Morris, of Llangollen, and Mr Ellis, of Garth, were appointed to meet the Llangollen Highway Board in reference to the new drains at Froncysyllte.—The Inspector reported a reil, arkable case of overcrowding at Bwlcli, Llandysilio, where eight adults and three children sleep in one bedroom.—It was decided to take the necessary steps without delay. PAltRY V. EDWARDS.-This adjourned case was heard at the County Court on the 19th inst., before Mr Ignatius Williams, and occupied the attention of the Court until nearly eight o'clock in the evening. This was a case in which the plaintiff, Mr Godfrey Parry. of Llansantffraid, for whom Mr Adams appeared. claimed the balance of a sum of £ 53 fioin Sir David Edwards, farmer, of Tynllwyn, Llansantffraid, for lambs alleged to have been bought from plaintiff in June of last year. Mr Louis appeared for defendant, and for the defence denied that he ever bought 30 I lambs as alleged by plaintiff but only ten. The plaintiff in answer to Mr Adams stated that on the 19th June the defendant went to see sheep and lambs, and on the following day bought 30 lambs and several sheep, which were taken to Carog station on the 21st and taken to Oswestry where they were sold on auction by Mr Davies of Llanfyilin. Sometime in September he went to ask for payment and had a check for £40. When a bill for the remainder was sent the defendant said that there was a mistake and that he never had so many lambs.—In his cross-examination by Mr Louis lie acknowledged that the memorandum in the journal was his and that £;)2 had been struck off and C33 written underneath with his signature but this sum was what the sheep in the same part of the building amounted to.—The plaintiff's son, R. Ro- i berts, butcher, who took care of the sheep at Oswestry, Mr Davies, the auctioneer, and others were called to give evidence with regard to the number sold at Os. westry, &c.-The defendant stated that he bought only ten lambs from the plaintiff at the time men- tioned, and when Sir Parry came to him in September to ask for £40 he told him he thought he did not owe him so much as that, but that he consented to draw a cheque for klO on the understanding that the account would he squared in a few dtyi.-Ile was cross- examined by Sir Adams as to his neglecting to book the accounts at the time, but he said that they had had many transactions between them.—Sir Wright, stationmaster, Carog, Mr Cawley, stationmaster, Os- westry, and others were examined as witnesses for the defendant.—The Judge announced that the two critical points were the memorandum by plaintiff and the payment of E40 by defendant. He would take time to form his judgment, and the verdict would be delivered at the next court.—Many other cases, some of them important, were postponed in consequence of the whole day having been taken with this trial. Amongst the cases left over is one from Glyndyfrdwy in which the parish clerk seeks to obtain payment under the New Burials' Acts though offerings were taken at the grave as is the custom in the neighbour- hood. This excited much interest in the district. CONCERT AT CYNWYD NATIONAL SCHOOLS.—A very successful evening concert was given in the school- room on the 19th inst., undei the patronage of the H on. C. H. Wynn. The audience was a crowded one, although the prices, for a country place, were rather high. The accompanists were the Slisses Appleton and Arnold. Eos Sleirion was accompanied by Sir Jones, excise officer, Corwen. Although the adjoining classroom was utilised, the space was not sufficient for the large and influential audience. The Hon. C. H. Wynn was represented by his eldest son, Master Vaughan Wynn. The chair was taken by L h e chair was taken by Sir T. R. Wynne, who, in his address, warmly con- gratulated the managers upon the present efficient state of the school, and stated that at the recent diocesan inspection the school had earned the follow- ing report:—" This school is carefully taught and has passed a very good examination: discipline and tone excellent." The average attendance was at present 132, which was a large proportion out of 147 on the books. The school was worked by a master, assistant mistress, and pupil teacher. In accordance with the new Slundelia Code, which necessitates increased school expenditure, a large quantity of books and other materials have been purchased by the managers who considered it advisable to arrange a concert on as large a scale as possible in aid of the school funds. The Committee consisted of the following gentlemen Rev. J. P. Evans, Mr W. E. Williams, Messrs R. Roberts. E. Davies. W. Roberts, W. R. Humphreys, and R. Davies. There was also a Ladies' Committee: as followsSirs Evans and Miss Edwards (rectory), Mrs Williams, Miss S. P. Roberts (GA-erela,), Miss Bassett, Miss Lloyd, Miss 1'1. A. Edwards, and Mrs Humphreys. The mottoes which were tastefully done by Mrs Williams and Miss S. P. Roberts, were "Train up a child in the way he should go," "Success to our school," "Feed My Lambs," Grow in Grace." The ceiling was crossed and re-crossed by Numerous paper chains done by Mrs Humphreys and the assistant mistress. The chandeliers and win-lows were decorated and the wreaths made by Mrs Evans, rectory, Slisses Lloyd, M. A Edwards, and E. Basnett. The decorations were hung up hythe master, Sir \V. R. Humphreys. The concert realised upwards of £1;). which more than fulfilled the expectations of the mo^t i sanguine. The programme was commenced at 7.30 and was efficiently performed throughout. Between the parts the conductor, Mr E. Jarrett, delivered a speech, in which he said that the packed attendance there that evening was evidently meant to show their determination to maintain the present position of the I school and not to have a School Board. He, with the chairman, was pleased to be able to testify to the harmony which existed between all parties connected with the school, and to its present efficient state. The conductor, who is a member of a School Board, was several times applauded in his praise of the voluntary system. The expenses of the concert were very small because almost everything was done gratuitously. A vote of thanks was proposed by Sir E. Jarrett, and seconded by the Rev. J. P. Evans, to all who had so ably contributed to one of the greatest concert successes every attained in any village. At the close God save the Queen was &ung, the first part beir? taken by Miss Maggie Williams and the second by Miss Winnie Wood, the whole being repeated in excellent style by a chorus of twelve voices, the audience meanwhile standing. Subjoined is the programme:— Pianoforte solo The Musical Box Miss Arnold "Bugeiles y Wvddfa" Mr T. Davies. | >» Jlo & chorus. on t you buy my "rettv Sowers "Mf? E J. Hughes. Sor.E- 11 O„ ogoniant i Gyniru ..Mr W. Roberts. Duet Xo, sir Miss S. P. Roberts and Mr Humphreys. Song "The White Squall" .Eos Meirion. Glee. Cymtu lan, Gwlad y Gu "Mr Z Jones and Party. Song Auntie "Miss Maggie Williams. Song Fy Mlodwen, f'anwylyd" ..Mr H. Walker. Quartette. Ti wyddost beth ddywedd fy nghalon "Mrs Foulkes, Miss J. Jones, Messrs W. Evans & W. Roberts. Song The Pride of the Vitl .ge Mi-s Winnie Wood. Pianoforte duet. Overture to Zampa"Misses Appleton and Arnol-I. Song Llam y Cariadau .Eos :\Ieirion. Song The distant shore" .)Ir W. Jones. Glee Y Gwlithyn" Mr W. Evans and Party. Song Deigryn ar fedd fy mam "Mr T. Davies. Duet The mooa has raised her lamp above .Messrs H. Walker and W. Jones. Son" "Chwiiio y C!\dac:l gwyn "}Iis:l E. J. Hughes. Glee The Sailor' Chorus "Mr D. Davies and Party. Song Y bachgen dewr Mr W. Roberts. Song. I I Clychau Aberdovey P. Robert-i. Duet Ic Very suspicious "Miss Maagie Wal- liams and Mr Humphreys. DENBIGH. I COUNTY POLICE COURT.—There were no cases be- fore this Court on Wednesday, this is the second time in succession. THE MARKET on Wednesday was moderately attended, and a limited business was done. Fowls, 43 6d to 6s per couple eggs, 18 for Is potatoes, 2s 6d a peck. The cold weather of this week has much retarded vegetation. NOTABLE THINGS.—Not long since our somewhat ancient town crier was charged with want of loyaltv for not repeating an empty formula after "crying sales, meetings, &c.; indeed the dismissal of the offending functionary by the Town Council was rather more than suggested! What would the republican Edward have said if he had seen the author of all that fuss about loyalty walk out of the concert on Tuesday just before the National Anthem was sung. THE READING ROOM CON.CEIIT.-An exceptionally interesting concert, in aid of the Free Reading and Recreation Rooms, was held on Tuesday, under the patronage of Mr A. E. Tumour, M.D., president, and Mr T. Gold Edwards, vice-president. The following ladies and gentlemen took part in the proceedings:- Miss Jenny Jones, Miss Myfanwy Evans, Gomerydd, Mr T. Bartley, Mr E. W. Shepherd, Mr Heaton Lloyd Williams, Mr Bradley, Mr J. W. Allen, Mr Stevens, and a juvenile Choir, under the tuition of Miss Gratton. Miss Gertrude Bradwyn and Miss Fanny Webb, R.A.M., were the principal accom- panists. The room was well filled and the audience thoroughly enjoyed the concert, especially the singing of the choir of 120 juveniles under Miss Gratton. Before singing the National Anthem, Dr. Tumour spoke of the delight they had all experienced in coming there that evening. He thanked all the singers for their kind assistance, and while it might appear invidious to single any out where all did so well, he was sure the adult performers would feel no jealousy when he alluded to the splendid performances of the children, and the excellent state cf training in which Miss Gratton had brought her charge. LOUd applause followed these words, in which it was amusing to see the children joining, and only Miss Gratton's influence over them could restrain them. The incident furnished another source of amusement in a meeting which had been full of it. FLINT. ST. SIART'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHUHC:I. The Bishop of Shrewsbury confirmed the candidates for this rite at this church on Sunday afternoon. ACCIDENT.—A serious accident befel a young man named Edward Lloyd, employed at Messrs Muspratt's Chemical Works, on the 20th inst. It appears that Lloyd, who was employed as a plumber's laborer, was on one of the vitriol chambers when he fell to the ground a distance of thirty feet. alighting on a heap of bricks injuring his back to such an extent as to, at first, cause serious apprehensions as to whether his spine had been fractured, but happily it is now found that such is not the case, and he is progressing as favorably as can be expected.

FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT CONGREGA- TIONAL UNION. On Tuesday this Union met at the English Congre- gational Chapel, for the transaction of the usual quarterly business. The Rev. David Oliver, of Holy- well, was called to the chair, and representatives were present from the following churches—Rhyl, Slostyn, Flint, Holywell, Greenfield, Northop and Buckley. Sir Hodge, of Mostyn, was elected chair- man of the district, and the next meeting was ar- ranged to be held at Northop, on the 31st of July next. Sir T. H. Waterhouse, of Holywell, read a very in. teresting and exhaustive paper on The best means of making Sunday Schools more efficient." In the course of his paper Mr Waterhouse dwelt upon the importance of the offices of teachers and superinten- dents of Sunday Schools, and advocated the establish- ment of a library in connection with Sunday Schools, feelingly referring to the assistance he had personally obtained in a Sunday School library. He further ad- vocated the formation of clothing clubs, prayer meet- ings, and strongly spoke in favor of quarterly cathe- chetical examinations on set scriptural subjects. At the close of the paper an animated discussion took place on the subject, in which the Revs. H. Elvet Lewis, Owen Thomas, M.A., David Oliver, and Slessr3 Hodge. Stockton, Urwin, Pierce, Davies, and others took part. A vote ot thanks was unanimously accorded to Mr Waterhouse for his paper. which was briefly acknowledged. It was also resolved that some means should be adopted with a view of having the paper printed. It was arranged that the subject for the next should be Church Slembership," and Mr Stockton was asked to prepare it, which he reluctantly consented to do. The Rev. Owen Thomas, M.A., spoke on the subject of the proposed examinations in connection with the schools in the Union, which have been under discussion for about two years, and asked that something definite should be done. The feeling of the meeting ran in the same way, but it was feared that very few of the schools were prepared to undergo the examination. It was ultimately resolved that the whole question should be left in the hands of the Revs. Owen Thomas and Elvet Lewis, with full power to draw up the scheme, and to put it in operation. This terminated the business, and. the chairman was accorded a vote of thanks for his services. The dele- gates were afterwards entertained by the Flint friends and a preaching meeting was held in the evening, when the Rev. D. Oliver preached in Welsh and the Rev. H. Elvet Lewis in English. The attendance was fairly good. HAWARDEN. ELECTION OF GUARDIANS.—Considerable dissatis- faction exists in the parish owing to the strenuous pressure brought to bear upon very many parties to vote for a particular candidate at the late election of guardians fur the parish. HOLT AND FARNDON. SALE OF PROPERTY. — The residential freehold estate, called Sibbersfield Hall," with land adjoin- ing, situate near Farndon, was offered for sale by auction on Saturday. The bidding for the hall, out. buildings, and surrounding grounds, comprising about 58 acres, was started at £ 5.000, and ran up to 29,600, when it was withdrawn. The hall and grounds, com- prising about 41 acres, were next offered, but were withdrawn at £ 7,750, which was the highest bid. A ¡' close of land, called Ince Field," comprising 7a 2r 22p, was bought by Mr Thomas Parker, of Churton Hall. EVANGELISATION SOCIETY.-On Sunday at the Holt Tuwn Hall, Mr R. J. Bicknell, of London, completed a term of eight days' services in connection with this society, which has its head quarters in Surrey-street, London. Hitherto the Town Hall has been the scene of the labors of a local branch of the Salvation Army, but a disagreement with the Salvationists of Wrex- tiam having taken place there has been a disruption in the body, and the Holt congregation is no longer in communion with the Salvation Army, commanded by "General" Booth. It now styles itself simply the Army," and continues its ministrations indepen- dently. Mr Bicknell's addresses were attended by numerous congregations and were attentively listened to. THE WELSH SUNDAY CLOSING ACT.-On Tuesday afternoon an important prosecution was instituted before the Broxton, Cheshire, bench of magistrates, against a publican named Lock, of the Greyhound Inn, Farndon, for permitting drunkenness on his premises on Sunday week. It was alleged by the Cheshire police that large numbers of Welshmen crossed the Dee at Farndon-bridge on Sundays to obtain beer at Farndon, and that on the day in question two men belonging to Holt, named Jones and Ridgway, went to the Greyhound Inn. kept by the defendant, and there became so helplessly drunk that both on leaving fell into the Dee, and Jones was drowned, Ridgway being rescued by a police sergeant at considerable peril to his own life. Ridg- way stated that after entering the public-house he remembered no more until he wa3 dragged out of the river by the police. The bench inflicted a fine of 40s and costs, and ordered the license to be endorsed. THE BOROUGH OF HOLT.-The affairs of the Cor- poration of the borough of Holt have lately occupied the attention of the Court of Chan- cery, the Attorney-General having sought to enforce a claim on behalf of the Crown for rents alleged to be due for property in Holt and the neighbourhood. These proceedings have called attention to the peculiar position of the little borough which has an interesting history, it having been a Roman station when Chester was Deva, it having had a castle erected within its limits when Edward the First became the master of Wales, and a battle having taken place there in the troublesome times of Charles the First, between the royalist forces and the troops under Cromwell. Holt Castle has been the scene of many important events and is connected with many dis- tinguished historic families, the Howards, the Arundells. the Stanleys, and the Trevors having been successively owners of it. When last disposed of by the Crown some lands in Holt and the neighbourhood were retained in the royal ownership, but afterwards leased to the corporation of Holt. The rents of this property having got into arrears was the cause of re- cent litigation. From an early period Holt has had a municipal government, and its mayors have been chosen from the most distinguished families in Cheshire and the principality, among them having been Grosvenors, Egertons, Cholmondeleys, Williams. Wynne, Slyddelton-Biddulphs, Tattons, Tollemaches, Crewes, Leighs, and others of the lords of the lands thereabouts. Last Monday was the meeting of the Court Leet of the ancient borough, and many thought something would transpire respecting the royal suit lately instituted for the rent of the Crown lands, but nothing occurred, and the proceedings were of the ordinary character. The steward of the manor is Sir Watkin Williams Wynn, Bart., M.P., and the deputy steward is Mr A. Hughes, of Gresford, before whom the court was held in the ancient Town Hall at Holt, and the Mayor of Holt, Mr James Parry, being also present. The customary proclamation having been made, the two maces of the Corporation, of silver, one of the reign of James the First and one of Queen Anne, were brought into court, a jury of twenty-four burgesses having been sworn in certain presentments of inefficient drains, hedges, footpaths, &c., were made and fines inflicted. The list of burgesses was called over and fines inflicted on absentees. The court adjourned after sitting above an hour and a half. LLANGOLLEN. I COFIRMATIo.-The rite of continuation was an- ministered in the Parish Church on Monday morning by the Bishop of St. Asaph, to about 80 candidates from this and the surrounding parishes. THE PROPOSED DISTURNPIKEMENT OF THE HOLY- HEAD ROAD.—An adjourned meeting of the land- owners interested in the proposed disturnpikement of this road, was held in the Bank Buildings, on Mon- day the following being present Chairman, the Hon- C. H. Wynn, Major Tottenham, Captain Best, and Mr W. Kerr. It was resolved, „ That the land- owners' petition be sent to the Right Hon. G. Osborne Morgan for presentation to Parliament, and that he be asked whether witnesses for the landowners will be heard bv the Committee, and whether this and other petitions will be allowed to be supported by one, two, or more witnesses on each petition." It was also resolved, "That the landowners be supported before the Committee by Lord Penrhyn, the Hon. C. H. Wynn, Major Tottenham, and Capt. Best." PETTY SESSIONS, TUESDAY. Before Lord Trevor, R. M. Biddulph, Esq., G. LI. Dickiu, Esq., Egerton Tatton, Esq., and Major Conran. The New Explosives Act.-The Deputy-clerk (Mr R. S. Richards) read the several Orders in Council recently issued, relative to the storages, &c., of ex- plosives. The Bench wished it to be distinctly under- stood that under the licenses now held, nothing but gunpowder was allowed to be stored, except by special application to the chief of police. The seven applica- tions made in court for the renewal of licenses for mixed explosives were therefore refused, and orders given for the issue of new licenses in each case for storing gunpowder only. A New Maga:ino-Pians were produced of a new powder magazine for Pant Glas Quarry, Eglwyseg. The manager was directed to proceed with its con- struction at once, and report its completion to Supt. Wilde, D.C.C., who would inspect it. Non-Attendance at Sehogl.-On the application of Mr Jos. Thomas Jones, relieving officer, on behalf of the Union Attendance Committee, an order was made to compel the attendance in school of two children belonging to Wm. Jones, farmer, Llantysilio. Game Tresnass.— Robert Leihton, gamekeeper, charged Robert Jones, miner, Minera, with netting rabbits, on lands belonging to Sir Watkin, at Eglwy- seg, the nets being produced in court.—Defendant was fined 10s and costs. Drunk-cnness.-P.C. Burgess charged Thos. Batho, John Batho, and David Matthews with being drunk and riotous at Llansantffraid Glyn Ceiriog, on the 24th March. Fined 10s each. The Bench severely commented upon the non-attendance of defendants in answer to the summons, and expressed themselves determined to inflict a much higher penalty in all such cases, and even to issue a warrant when they considered it expedient.—Thomas Jones, mason, for being drunk and riotous in Castle-street, on the night of the 7th April, was, on the information of P.C. Thomas and Sergt. Jones, fined 10s and costs, or seven days. Defendant was locked up.—Elizabeth Jones, a married woman from Pencoed, for a similar offence was sent to prison for 14 days without the option of a fine, four other previous convictions having been recorded against her. Ti-e3pass.-Lot Hughes and Jonathan Rogers, Glyn- ceiriog, were charged by Peter Jones, gamekeeper, with ferretting in pursuit of conies on Ty Slawr Farm, on the 24th March. Witness stated that the men ran away on seeing him, and he secured the ferret which was produced in court.—Fined 103 each. Arrears of Poor Rates.-An order was made, on the application of Sir Samuel Moreton, assistant- overseer, against William Bywater, Llangollen, for the payment forthwith of 9s 8d arrears of poor rates.— A similar order was made upon Thomas Griffiths, Trefynant. Defendant claimed exemption on the 5-onnds that his workshop wag not occupied. His objection was, however, waived, and a committal ordered to be made out in case the money was not paid before the following day. Open During Illegal Hours.—John Pugh, landlord of the Sun Inn, Llansantffraid Glyn Ceriog, was charged with having his house open at 10.25 on the night of the 31st March.—Sergt. Jones and P.C. Burgess proved the case.—Defendant admitted the offence, and said he was from home at the time, and there was a wedding in the house.—Fined 30s and costs.—Four men who were found drinking in the house at the time the officers entered were each fined 2s 6d, LLANDRILLO. I THE SIARRIAGE OF SIISS ROBERTSON, PALE, WITH I LIEUT.-COL. G. NVILSON.-The members of the School Board have been informed that a tea will be given to I the school children and old people of the parish, at the expense of Mr H. Robertson, M.P., father of the young lady, to celebrate the event, which is to take place to-day (Saturday). The cake will be sent by Mrs Robertson. It is anticipated that about 200 persons will receive the Pale family's hospitality. OVERTON. SIISSIONARY SIEETING.—A church missionary is announced to be held on Tuesday evening, in the schoolroom, when an address will be given by the Rev. Canon W. Saumarez Smith, D.D., principal of St. Aidan's College. OSWESTRY. WEEKLY CATTLE FAIR.—Very good sales were made in the Smithfield on Wednesday, prices re- maining about the same as last week. the numbers being as follows :—Slessrs Pugh and Stokes sold 109 cattle and calves and 192 sheep and pigs; Mr S. Bickerton sold 65 cattle and calves and 125 sheep and pigs Mr T. Whitfield sold 51 cattle and calves and 552 sheep and pils Sir J. C. McKie sold 96 cattle and calves and 19 pigs Mr G. R. Bayley sold four calves and 436 sheep and pigs. ACCIDENTS.—On Sunday, Mr H. Howes, of Owes- try, was driving a waggonette through Gobowen, when one of the wheels came off, and he, as well as some of his friends, who were with him, were pitched on to the road. Mr Howes, we believe, broke his arm, as well as receiving a bruise on the head, but none of the other occupants were seriously injured except a little child, who was bruised badly.—John Worrall, of the Newnes, near Ellesmere, was admitted into the Cottage Hospital about mid-night on Satur- day, in a state of insensibility. He was hurt near the Cambrian Railway Station, but is unable himself to state how the accident occurred. He received a severe blow on the head, and probably his skull is fractured. DEATH OF Miss CBOXON.—Our obituary to-day contains the death of Miss Croxon, perhaps the oldest resident, also a native of Oswestry, and one of a family that has for three generations held a leading position in the town. Miss Croxon's grandfather, Mr John Croxon, was Mayor of Oswestry in 1778, and her father, Mr Richard Croxon (who was the agent for Sir Watkin Williams Wynn) was Mayor in 1801. Her uncle, John Croxon, was Mayor in 1812, and her brother John was the first Mayor after the passing of the Municipal Corporations Act. Het brother, Mr Richard Jones Croxon, was for many years town clerk. By the death of Miss Croxon the poor have lost a kind benefactor, and some of the older inhabit- ants a kind and genial friend.

FESTIVAL OF VILLAGE CHOIRS. The third annual festival of village choirs was held in the Powis-hall, on Saturday, conducted by Mr H. Leslie. The number of competitors wa? larger than in previous years, and the general quality of the singing showed a distinct advance during the past twelve months. The morning pedormanc began at two o'clock in the presence of a very large audience. All the music selected for performance was among the very best of its kind, and was yet very varied and full of interest to a popular audience. Mr Henry Leslie had succeeded in obtaining the services of some distinguished amateurs, among whom were Lady Harlech, Viscountess Folkestone, Mr Alfred Scott Gatty (Rouge Dragon) and Mrs Gatty, the Hon. G. Spencer Lyttelton, Mr T. Ratcliff, Mr Lionel S. Benson, Mr J. Spooner Hardy, and Sir W. H. Leslie. The accompaniments were played bv Lady Harlech, Viscountess Folkestone, and Sir Percy Mull, Principal of the School of Music. The Rev. Sir Frederick Gore Ouseley, Bart., acted as ad- judicator. liieven village choirs, numbering 584 voices, took part in the festival, and with the Oswestry Festival and Junior Choirs formed a chorus of upwards of 750 voices. The performance opened with "God bless the Prince of Wales by the combined choirs, who sang throughout the festival with a precision and spirit that testified both to the wonder. ful skill of the conductor and the good training they had undergone. In the first competition for village choirs under 15 years of age, three choirs came for- ward to sing Shield's trio, "0 happy fair.' The first prize was awarded to the Bronygarth Choir, whose conductor, Sir II. SI. Hughes, was "invested" by the Countess Grosvenor, and the second prize was divided between the two other choirs—Llansant- fraidd and Trefonen. For a prize of £4, open to village schools, for the best singing of a part song the only candidates were the children of Brony- garth school. They were, however, deemed worthy of it and their conductor was invested by Lady A. Vane Tempest. The reports of the examinations in elementary music and singing at sight, con- ducted by Mr Owen Owen and Sir W. W. Couison, were read, and prizes were awarded to the successful competitors. The prize for the highest aggregate number of marks in the former was awarded to a little girl named Jane Morgan, of Oswestrv. The prizes were distributed by the Marchioness of Londonderry. The festival secretary (Mr M. H. Roberts) announced that 87 certificates had been granted in connection with the School of Music examinations. For prizes open to juvenile town choirs an Oswestry and Llan- fyllin choir competed, and the adjudicator considered their performances so equally good that the prizes were divided between them. In a competition open to town schools the Oswestry Board School was pitted against the National School, and the prizes were divided equally between them. For the Banner of Honor and the Ladies' Banner nine village choirs entered, and six competed, the subject being Stevens' 'I glee, Ye Spotted Snakes." The competing choirs, and the order in which they sang, were as follows Bangor Isycoed, 38 voices, conducted by Mr Mills; Trefonen, 92 voices, by Mr H. M. Hughes; Slain and I Bwlcliycibau, 4vi. voices, by Mr J. P. Williams; Pant- 1 glls,53 voices, by Alr A. Knight; Llansantffraid, 32 voices, by Mr J. P. Williams; and Lodge and Brony-  garth (holders of the banner for the last year) 80 voices, by Mr H. M. Hughes. The adjudicators awarded the "Banner of Honor" to the Bronyaith choir, and the second prize (the Ladies' Banner ") to the I refonen choir. Amongst those who attended the morning concert were the Marquis and Marchioness of Londonderry and the Lady Aline Vane Tempest; Lord and Lady Harlech, the Countess Grosvenor Viscountess Folkestone, Hon. Mrs Cotton, &c. The solos by Annie Roberts, of Wrexham, at both con- certs, were most warmly applauded, and a successful future is predicted for this young lady, who possesses a soprano voice of a high order of merit. In the evening a grand concert was given, when the Powis Hall was again filled by a large audience. The arrangements were carried out in a way that left nothing to be desired. The arduous duties of secre. tary were ably discharged by Mr Matthew Henry Roberts, to whom great praise is due. The morning meeting lasted about four hours, and we venture to suggest that if the committee at next year's festival could po -sibly see their way to shorten the proceedings, the popularity of the festival w&uld in no way be en? 1 dangered. [ RHOSLLANERCHRUGOG. 1 -1 CONFIRMATION AND CONSECRATION.—un mesaay afternoon a confirmation service took place at the Rhos Church, where 30 candidates received: the sacred rite at the hands of the Lord Bishop of St. Asaph. Immediately after the confirmation ceremony, a pro- cession, ronaistinc of those who had been confirmed, the members of the Church Choir, and other Church members, in addition to the Bishop and clergy, was formed and proceeded to the new cemetery, where, singing the processional hymn- The Church's one Foundation, they marched round that portion of the ground for which the Vicar of Rhos (the Rev. T. Jones) had received the sanction of the Home Secretary to con- secrate, viz., the half of the cemetery next to the church on the west side, which portion was consecrated in due form by the Bishop.. NATIONAL SCHOOLS.—These schools were examined, by Mr T. Morgan Owen. M.A., and his assistant, Mr Morris, B.A., on the 12th and 13th of March. The following report has lately been received The geography was very good. The history was good, with some Thorough and intelligent answers: The grammar of the second and third standard* was very good; of the fourth standard good; of fifth. sixth, and seventh standards excellent. The standard work w thoroughly good on the whole, there were some weak passes. The needlework was good. Tone and order were very satis- factory. School accounts are capitally kept. The regis- tration and singing were about good. The infants of the ftrst class were poor in arithmetic on states, pretty good viva-voce, and in reading; very good in intelligence and form, and good in other subjects. The second class were good in spelling, weak in tables, arithmetic, and writing, and fair in other subjects: M. J. Griffiths has passed well and S. J. Jones fairly. Griffiths (whose history needs attention) should be informed that she is now qualilieu under both Articles 60 and 79. The percentage of passes in reading was 100, writing 100. and arithmetic JW.7. RUABON. TRAP ACCIDENT.—A serious trap accident occurred near Penycae on Thursday evening week. Mr Price, of Wynn Hall Farm, accompanied by his wife and two:lady friends, were driving from home to town, when shortly after leaving the farm the horse-belt suddenly gave way, and the horse being a young and spirited one immediately dashed off at a furious rate. Mr Price and his friends were thrown out of the con- veyance, the ladies being severely shaken and some- what seriously injured, though we learn they have now fully recovered from the shock. The horse galloped off towards Ruabon, and was not stopped until he reached the village, much, bruised and the trap shattered. Fortunately no further accident oc. curred. THE BLUE RIBBON MOVEMENT.—A well attended public meeting in connection with the Blue Ribbon Army was held in the Calvinistic Methodist Chapel on the evening of the 20th inst., Mr Ed. Nicholas presiding. Temperance addresses were given by the Chairman, the Rev. John Jones (Calvinistic Metho- dist minister), Mr Rathbone, and Mr H. R. Hughes. Appropriate glees were sung by Mr E. Evans and party and Sir John Thomas and party. Songs were also rendered by Miss Jane Williams and Mr Theophilus Jones, a number of melodies being sung by the audience. Mr T. Watkin Ellis, who has throughout the winter evening meetings presided at the harmonium, accompanied the various performers with his usual good taste. The usual vote of thanks brought a pleasant meeting to a close. About 350 per- sons have taken the blue ribbon at these meetings. CONFIRMATION SERVICE.—The rite of confirmation was administered in the Parish Church on Tuesday morning by the Bishop of St. Asaph. The catechumens, who numbered 10S, came from Ruabon, Penycae, Rhosymedre, Rhosllanerchrugog, and Over- ton. The officiating clergy were the Rev. E. W. Edwards, vicar of Ruabon the Rev. Thomas Jones, curate the Rev. J. B. Armstrong (private chaplain to Sir Watkin Williams Wynn, Bart., SI.P.), the Rev. J. G: Howson. Overton and the Rev. G. T, Birch, Wrexham; Rev. David Morris, Penycae Hev. W. Jones, Rhosymedre. The form of morning prayer was read by the Vicar, the lessons being read by the curate, the Rev. Mr Armstrong making the hymn announcements. The Rev. Thomas Jones read the preface to the confirmation service and presented can- didates, who were then addressed by the Bishop. The ceremony of laying on hatids" having been gone through, and a hymn sung, the Bishop exhorted the catechumens, now they were entitled to partake of the Holy Sacrament, not to turn their backs on the Lord's Table. The final address as to future life having been given by the Bishop, the service was brought to a close, and as the congregation was dispersing an anthem was sung by the choir. Mr Baillie presided at the organ. There was a large and attentive con- gregation. The candidates presented themselves as followsRuabon 63, Penycae 28, Rhosymedre 13, Rhosllanerchrugog 1, Overton 1; total 108. ENLARGEMENT OF THE STATION AND ENVIRONS;— The enlargement and improvement of the passenger, station has at length been completed, the alterations being of an important and extensive character. The booking office has been re-arranged and made much more convenient, and a new parcel office has been attached. Additional waiting rooms have also been added and the old ones re-arranged, each room now leading on to the platform. There is one spacious general waiting room," together with two ladies' waiting rooms and one gentleman's, the rooms being handsomely furnished, and the seats padded. The private offices of Sir Leaning and Mr Lloyd, the stationmaster and the inspector, have been re-con- structed and placed together at the higher end of the station. The alterations have been ettected by Slessrs Davies Brothers, Wrexham. No enlargement has been made of the building on the down platform, as this is unfortunately impracticable owing to the branch siding and the bridge over the river. There is but one waiting room on this platform. A short time ago the bridge over the river was widened, and both platforms lengthened out fully a hundred yards. The railway bookstall of Slessrs W. H. Smith and; Son has also been enlarged, new stands having been added, and a most attractive display of books and papers is now made by Mr Wiliiams, the assiduous cleric in charge^ who has but recently entered upon his new appointment. Mr Williams has been promoted from Menai Bridge, where he received a handsome testi- monial from his friends on leaving. Extensive alterations are now being carried on in the goods yard of the station, additional sidings being laid. The I bridge of the carriage drive leading over the railway to Plas Newydd, the residence of Mr Owen Slaney Wynne, is being taken down, and replaced by a large metal one. The massive stone bridge of two arches over which, the Llangollen turnpike-road passes is also in course, of re-construction. This bridge has for some years been giving way, owing to the subterraneous workings of the neighbouring collieries, and large stone buttresses have been constructed to support the bridge. A strong iron bridge is now being erected, and will be several feet wider than the one it is to substitute, in order to admit o £ » increased sidings" theie being very heavy traffic now carried on in the vard. The roadway is now blocked, and will be stopped until the completion of the alterations, which will probably be a work of two or three months. IIOSSETT. THE PRESBYTERIAN SUSTENTATION FUND.—Mr Alexander Balfour, Slount Alun, a few days ago, gave through Mr George Cromar, one of the office bearers of the church at Rossett, the sum of £10, towards the sustentation fund lately started by the Presbyterians of Wales, which sum lie intends in future to augment and give annually. GOSPEL TEMPERANCE SIEETING.—On Tuesday even. ing a special temperance meeting was held in connec- tion with the meeting of Presbytery at Rossett. The Rev. J. Meredith presided, and gave some encouraging accounts of the progress of temperance in Wales and throughout the country generally. The Rev. Evan Williams, Runcorn, anil Sir Edward Jones, B.A., Liverpool, gave very good addresses. The pro- ceedings were enlivened by several songs and solos. Mr John Hughes presided at the harmonium. There was a LOod attendance. RUTHIN. SCHOOL BOARD.—An extraordinary meeting of this Board was held on the 20tn inst. at which Sir H. P. Jones presided, and there were present Mr J. Jones, Mr T. P. Roberts, and Sir C. G. Jones Sir Ezra Roberts, clerk. The only question before the Board was the position of the assistant master, Sir Richard Jones. It was resolved that his services should be continued, and that the second favorite in the list of applicants should be written to, and if found accept- able, should be appointed in addition to Mr Richard Jones. The question of salary is to be adjusted between the two assistants. THE MARKET.—The market on Monday was only moderately stocked. Butter sold early at Is 5d to Is 7d per lb., eggs 15 for Is, fowls were Gi and 7s per couple; one person actually sold six couples of fowls for two guineas. The market keeper affirmed that he had never seen such a thing in Ruthin before. Potatoes, of which there was a good supply, were 12s per hobbet. VOLUNTEER SHAM Fic.RT,-The G. Company of Rifle Volunteers had a field day on Thursday week. They went out in the afternoon for route marching and picket duty under Captain Ellis, with Lieut. Ellis, Quarter-Master W. Lloyd, Surgeon T. G. Jenkins, Sergt.-Major Watts, five sergeants, one bugler, and seven rank and file, with the two bands, each man having twenty rounds of blank cartridge. The advanced guard went out feeling for the enemy towards Llanfair, where a party of twelve were under Color-Sergt. Davies, and Lieutenant Ellis proceeded to the park by Glanravon Lodge. The main body turned into a grass field about 200yards from Llanfair Church, while a party of ten men under Quarter- Master Lloyd held the bridge near Oaklands. Two fields further the attacking party under Capt. Ellis came upon the enemy close to Plas Newydd, while Sergt.-Major Watts held the reserve. The fight lasted three-quarters of an hour. Afterwards the corps proceeded to the White Horse, where the officers found them refreshments, and all marched back to town. lodged arms, and proceeded to the Wine Vaults for further refreshments. CONCERT AT LLANYCHAN.—A concert, at which all the wealth and fashion of the neighbourhood was present, took place at Llanychan School-room on the evening of the 20th inst. The room had been kindly lent by the Rector (the Rev. H. Jones, ,NI.A.) for this concert, on behalf of the organ fund of Llangyn- hafal Church, of which the Rev. T. Hughes Jones, B.D., is rector. The organ at present is under pro- cess of restoration. The room was filled to its utmost capacity, and there must have been upwards of 300 persons present, among whom were Mr and Mrs J. Bacon and Miss Bell, Clwyd Hall; Mrs and Miss Lloyd and Miss Rose, Berth Mrs and Mr Fosbery and party, Pentre Mawi; Mrs and Miss Bremner, Plas Draw; Mrs Lloyd Roberts and party, Ty Gwyn; Dr. Jones and party, Ilhydycilgwyn Mr and Mrs Rigby, Plas Llanychan; Mrs Taylor-Harrison Chester; a party from Glyu Arthur; Rev. Slorgan Rees, Llangyfan Mrs Williams, Rectory, Llandyr. nog; Rev. F. Hughes Jones and Miss Jones, Llan- gynhafal; Miss Bulkley Jones, Cloisters, Ruthin, H&I: 1,Litt-iticill was coverea witn red cloth, and Mr Bacon had kindly lent a number of beatiful hot. house plants, and Mr T. Jarman, the schoolmaster, had laid them out and decorated the place mo" taste- fully, so that it presented, a very pleasing appaarance. The arrangements for the comfort and accommoda- tion of the numerous company of artistes and guests on the occasion were attended to in a painstaking nianner. The Proceedings opened with a pianoforte solo by Mr losbery, followed by tha glee "O were I but a drop of dew," by Mr and Mrs Barnwell and M? and Miss Jerman. Then Miss L. Parry-Jones, of Plas Clough surs, one of her very pleasing songs, fol- I lowed by Mr J, W illiams, of Cvcwn Square, Denbigh, I who sane a favourite Welsh song! Mt-j? Lloydi ot.rtb, gave a pianoforte duet "Vu ot the Sledges, in which the s l e( i ge be Its arc,i effectively introduced, followed by theR'???'< Denbigh in a Miss Gertrnd» T» Jones, "The C?ildren's lio?im e 21 with her L?^ Wyn sang Md feelin. Mr J. Edwards b"n'lus Ol'l)ed taste and feeling. Sir J. Edwards b^ t °me(i Ruthm, gave rYI, amid apI)!ause. .T Lloyd concluded the first part with "rIlss pers," aided by a limited chorus. The JT ¡'fl. opened with a pianoforte so!o by ?r,? ? ?" Harrison, Chester, late of P!as.I'?nychL ?"? Lloyd and Miss Bradwyn next sang < ?, Jh  ?- thorn Hedge," followed by MrJ Win,- fi"1* witJl "When the tide comes in." l\'IillllBl'adwYI1 the''¡ ;Vlth with good effect "The Lost Chord." Th?-)'???e arty gave Far away," Miss Lloyd one of herrn? ?'?' ing songs, Rev. Morris Jones a Welsh sorJ lcil like many others previously, was encore? ?'?' Parry Jones was warmly applauded fbr her ri:19* P.trry -i ones? wati warmly applauded for ber of Home, sweet home," andMrJ.E?? '"n eluded the programme with a Welsh son'/ if-, Berwyn." After God save the Q?een h 'ff een given, the audience separated all beiii?g; wi with the entertainment. '¡ e¡¡sed! POLICE CO?RT, MODAy.-Befbre the ?.. „e Warden, Mr J. Goodrich, and MrJ. F .?? Z))'MM&e?M€?.—John Jones (the crier) Den?-6*r'"r being drunk and abusive at the Castk Mte? ?" f'.r occasion of the dog tnats, was fined £1 the, 10s Id. I, co.? ?f?woy Q?Kc<'s.—Thomas Gordon Ti.,rr was fined 10a and 9s costs for allowing i {, ;^rres' stray on the highway from Mold to Ruthn ?" stray on the highway from Mold to Ruthil, \? to Davies, for allowing two cows to stray an ti* ra,y from Llanarmon to Ruthin, was tined <»„ 'ITcte- 'I"h E' J d 1'11 J, 1' ¡",t. -Thomas Edwards, Tryddyn. LIaHfwn? ft, ri^ t, .th t in a cart with two horses without reins ?., ? _I ls db' th .ltJe'l and ? costs, and being th3 owner he w? tu! )'? w? liable to a fine of 210. w, A Rate Case.-Isate Dav!es, M?nh!r c-. h, B h h, '1. (tC':IIt1 before the Bench as to three rates, an,.uni? ?? 4s 6d which he had refused to pay. It w?"t'' ? h. tl t ht d. 'l) :1.lne, to him that he must pay or a d:st?s.; v?u? '"? After some discussion, he was allowed a f,)rtni?ll pay the money. Oc tr.> A ?'oM&?ome ?aK?e?'.—Jane EvatM an inm ()f h h d' f. e of' the house, was summoned for as.?auitm? (^,J "1^ (Mr J. E. Roberts), on the previoS, Roberts said that the matron called his att?t? row among the women, and he found the ?effn t fi I t' .tb h 'IJ, .ant fighting with another woman. He mrfe d thej and led her away, but while in the passage sf?e ? beard, and became so o b streperous that he Tnd f?  the porter to his assistance. She had been ??/)"' years in the house, and was mo"t trouble* T* t. h hd' t h .or some time she had to have a room to hGr?.ff mVi' tire in it, to keep peace.—The defendMi?itb rnn ►r began, and she appealed to Mr Cntit'? rP!W'l officer, for her character.-Mr T. t.ri{ntn/?? was the most trotible.-iotne ,)auper e< e" 'in! f 9 (L' d I h '1'1 W "f 24 years. (Loud I&ught?-The .'sfun.!?? r? '? ? that he was the very worst m:M,m the wor' '-V :1 owed her money for attending on sick nersn,, (R,>. newed laughter.)—Defendant was sent to •> t„r 21 days' hard labor. Who Deserted: ?FM?aM? o;* ?(/<'?—Kthv?d p f fiths, shoemaker, Ruthin, was summoned fhr?'prf his wife and three children. Mr Roberto th' the wife and three children were in the w<.p'-hi and Mr Griffiths proved that he w? wr.r]? ?"   Cynwyd, but came home every S?tsti-?y ni r} ?j hou?e in which they lived had been pHU??i?.? the owners.—He was ordered to ?.t for eren ? hard?aboR-GriSths. wt:c..e ca.e had he??'?.'?L" his absence, subsequently appeared and -d,! tf.l- never had refused to support his family but Pe ,.VL.* brought home his money. He voull take the? t where he could get work, but hM wife w?tH a.< and when he went to her mother's hm? :? ,;?' '"}" I that s he was in. This?ave another turn t.? tif?' and one of the magistrates suggested th?t he then go with the master and fetch the \nl, .mt "f ti,> house. This suggestion was agreed to a:. i <:r!t?'"?? left the court with the master, f?bwe I tty a m:?? of people, HIGHWAY BOARD, Momvv.-Present: jre,-n T. Smith, Llangynhafal, in the chair; E. p. x.!Vj Llanynys; Evan Hughes,. Clocaenog T. H. -f.irieV Derwen Hugh Hughes,, Gyffylliosr; Liandegla George Hill, Llanferras; It p. Davie* Llanfwrog; Edward Owen, Llanfair ^(r y' Adams, clerk, and Mr E. Humphrevs, district surveyor. Aesounts.-The first business of the meetirur was t > examine the whole of the yearli accounts, which wen? presented by Mr Adams. They were carefully through by the chairman and clerk. TH-f took much time, as not only were there separate accounts of main and district roads, team labor, manual labor, salaries, tradesmen's bil! &e Isrt the expenditure, receipts, and balance in hand »f every parish were also presented, so that each waywardeii was able at a glance to see how matters stood. The total expenditure by the parishes-amounted to £1,;3i\ and! the parishes had much more in hand in all easei than they had last year, be.sides having done several expensive works which were not in last year's accounts. Mr R. P. Davies calculated that the expenditure for the past year had been at the rate "f or 5id in the pouz;(I, while next year (1SSJM) it would not be more than 11 or lid. A sum of £112 123 2d had been received from Government towards the main roads out of a sum which Mr Gladstone put by last year for that purpose. The Jtoads.—Being satisfied with the account*, the Board then turned its attention to tl; road's-, ivtch waywarden was interrogated by the Clerk as to the state of the road. in his parish, and the answers were I all very good," very sati.,factuory, c., o,.e warder; adding, only for the dust." Vl)te. of Thanks were passed to the Chairman (lit R. G. Johnson), regret being expressed at his absence through ill health and to Sir Smith, the vice-chair- man. ST. ASAPH. I. It& ATTENDANCE OF GUARDIANS.— Thefolio win- iVtl;e attendance of Guardians for f .-VIJ- ftitwiri MORGAN at Mr T. G. Dixon. 2S Mr P. P. Pennant 2'. Mr R J. Sisson. 1;; Mr ft. W. D. Broughton S .\ir R. ¡". Birch. f Hev. R. H. Howaft. I Mr E. L. Ashworth. 1 Kev.T. Price. 23 MrTWinstoae. 23 Mr S. Perks 21 Mr T. Matthews 21 Jb n. Ða.vies, 20 Mr J. Kendall 20 MrT. Howes Roberts. 20 Itev. Davi(I Evans 18 MrT. Sleight. 16 Mr J. Roberts (Geiuas). 15 Mr B. Littior 15 Mr W. Belt P Mr Charles Joins it Mr W. M. Clarke 11 Mr Klias ilolieits ¡:¡ Mr Edward 12 Mr J. Jojei 11 Mr J. Knowtes. II' L%lr T. Ptrrv Rev. W, K. Junes Mr W. Littler Mr J. Roberts j"* Dr. Dayie.; Mr E. P Salisbury. Mi' B P ) :M''m; y Mr E. W. Davies • > Mr David Davit s J Nlr T. :\Ior:an. I Mr J. E. UtdttfM. S Mr T. Jones Mr J. Howatson

THE HANDEL FESTIVAL. In June next the eighth triennial Handel Festival will be held in the Crystal Palace, Sydenham, and in view of so important a musical event, a few item* a* to its rise and progress may be of interest to our readers. For many years prior to IS">7, oratori-v-, and particularly those of Handel, ha,1 bean performed by the Sacred Harmonic Society, I and in view of the increasing interest demonstrated in the Society's work, a larger scheme was proposed, which ultimately matured in the first Handel Festival held in June, I.->7, -it the Crystal Palace, that building: being selected for the purpose on account of its size and adaptibiiity f»r gigantic performances of the works of the ure-tt master, who was English in everything but birth. Tne artistes selected for the event consisted of many who have since left public life, and whose sinking are amongst the most pleasant memories. At this- time the choir numbered12,000 voices and the orchestra oiO, the conductor being Sir, afterwards Sir, Slichael C-wta. During the suceeding years most successful festival* were held every three years, and Sir Michael has cm- tinned to wielcl the baton. IU June next lie will con- duct a choir and orchestra numbering -1.000. In tion to the magnificent band, which will probably- number 500, the great organ has been specially re- built for this festival. This instrument consists ut four manuals of :is notes (CC to A). ivitit pedals fr"lII CCC to P. It has 80 stops, 1,384 pipes, with carillon of 37 bells, the total cost of construction bell: c: £ (>,000. The festival will commence with a rehearsal on June 15th. On Monday, the 18th, "The Messiah, will be given, on the Wednesday following selection* from eacred and secular works of Handel, and on th* last day (Friday) Israel in Egypt" will bo pet- formed. The artistes engaged are Madame Ai* bani, Madame Valleria, Miss Anna Williatn' Madame Clara Suter, and Miss Annie Marriot; Madame Patey and Madame Trebelli Sir I':dwa:1 Lloyd and Mr Joseph Slaas; Sir Santley, MrlN King, Sir Bridson, and Signor Foli. This Festival n the first under the sole direction of the Palace < pany, and it is to be hoped that its success will '-e complete.

WiTCHHW A WELSHWOMAN—At CARNARVON 1W-7 Sessions, last week, before Capt. Wyn:: Grirht'i and other magistrates, Margaret Evan?. HrynHy' LlanUyfni, for whom Mr F. A. Evans appeared, b* threatening Margaret Griffith. The parties are nc?'t- bours, and quarrelled about some hens tre ?'M.tt? a field. The defendant, it was alleged went t" ne complainant with a Bible, and, aft&r ro?tn? a. ?'rt' of it, went down on her knees and prayed the L"*d remove the lot from the face Wynn Griffith What does the defendant m an by reading a Bible and praying before the complainant -The Comt)lainant: I suppose she was "saeriuuu-; us.—Mr Hugh Robert (magistrates' clerk): •>« means that the defendant was witch-tag her. Evana: Some people think they can "witch i?' s?ytng two or three psalms or a fGW sentences troin Holy Writ.—The Complainant s-tid the defe.'i ■- ant said a great many silly things, and ?-it?". curses and swore. — A poHce-ccnstaMed?Mtbed? d?endant as being the terror of &hc neighbour ''? MB C. A. Jonea called the defendant, who ?td th.i the complainant stoned her, and said that it wwa-«i that the complainant was allowed to tivf.—ine? was a previous charge against, the, defendant, WI, was bound over in 220. Ð"'PEPIA, "Liver Complaint, or BiH?'?- Constipation. and kindred abactions a .,peCI¡. 1- For treatise giving succss'sM self-treatme'??'? Wf?LU'S DMPKXSARY MMMCAi ASSOCIATE, ?' 3, New Oxford-street, London, W.('. :j TOWLE'S PENNYROYAL ANB.STEE? ?.??? 4?OR FEMALES quickly con-ect all irregH?";? and relieve the distressing symptoms so ??' [ with the sex. Boxes Is ld and 2s 9d, of ?1 ? -? .?. i Sent anywhere on receipt (?15 or 34 ,;t,? o) ■  makeF, E. T. TC?WLE Chemist, Nottinsh?- I. HO?LOWAY'S (?KTMBXT AND PH.LS.-Dee? ?,'{ I casualties incidental to youth may be safely by the use of these excellent medicament ?? ,? to the printed directions Mded round 3?",?' ??. box. Nor is this ointment alone ternal ailments conjointly with the ptHs 't sK?? ?,? the most salutary iaHuenes in diseasM situated in the interim' ? the "o  ueI1 diseases situated in the interior of the bou> > f rabbed upon the back and chest A 'gives cn- aenMble relief in asthma, br&nchitb, P"??' threatening consumption, Hf-I!'w?y'? ''stHetT., ',r.? espeeiaUy serviceable in livev ?nd st&mach comp .??? For the cnra of bad leg? ?1 -<?E? of wounu? __? I scrofulous ulcerations, and scorbutic aftec,* j? ointment produces ??olint; amI oothll e,. expreislbly gratsfu; t tt: W.ing'-