Wrexham and Denbighshire Advertiser and Cheshire Shropshire and North Wales Register

SERIOUS ACCIDENT. I NARROW ESCAPE. .1 On Thursday. at the New Minera MineR. Edward Jonees son of George Jones, Green Lodge, Llanarmon road, Bwlehgwyn, met with a seriou3 accident. Not being aware of the proximity of a sump (small shaft in the workings), ten yards deep, he fell into it, thereby sustaining a severe concussion of the spine. He was conveyed home in a trap and attended by Dr. Roberts, Coedpoetfe, who found that his condition was not so serious as might have been expected. I —————

DEATH OF LOBD DENBIGH."—The shire stallion, Lord Denbigh,- the property of Mr A. E. Evans. Bronwylfa, died on Thursday, after a severe attack of inflammation, with which it was seized on Tues- day. It is well known that Lord Denbigh was a valuable animal, its owner baving refused a high priee for It. I

EAST DENBIGHSHIRE PARLIAMENTARY REGISTRATION 1891. I LIBERAL AGENT'S RETURN. ———————————— Old Owner. Ower.  lodgers' New v C.   e°mT- N ol.j«r.n, ,u^e'd occ?, SS5S T.?. ;»vy Claims, ISauUtbiittaiiied. ta,ae • objc(,ion sustained. ?' auscained. L C L C L C L. C L. C L. C L C Chirk — 3 1 — — — 2. 1 4 ] ltuikbon I. 15 7. — 1 3 17.— I 3 27. 21 6 — CefnMawr 7. 8 7. 2 9. 5 27. 7 50 10;2 28. Holt 1 1 1 1. 3. 1 2 ){ossett 3. 10 5 1 1 8. 12 — 4 [Wl'6Xham 4. 10 5. 1 1 1 2. 3 — 1 12 16  4 Rho-sllanercbiugog 2'J. 10 9 10 9 1 ? 16 1 2 65 :? 26 — Coedpoeth 1?! 3 4 9 — 3 — 23 12 11 — Uwo?yilt. 9 (i 5 7 2 1 — — 1 16 15 1 Brou?hton. 21 7 4 14 — 2 — — — 2 25 25 — — Brymbu. 9. 3 2 7 — 1 2 1 — )3 12 I I 90 76 1 50 50 U 15 80 21.1 2.1 215 179 75. 9 DEDUCT CONSERVATIVE GAIN II NET LIBERAL GAIN 66 No notice is taken in the above return of County Council claims and objections. This return is exclusive of a considerable number of claims on both sides to amend the address of persons already on the register, or otlierwi3e to amend the description there given. WM. HAWKINS TILSTON, Regiatration Agent. 7, Henblas-street, Wrexham, 24th Sept., 1891.

BOROUGH OF DENBIGH REGISTRATION, 1891. WREXHAM RETURN. Zi a • I i '?? .? '=:?S g 'gs New Claims GroM Wards. S?*t!=  sustained. 'I Gaina. S'S ? §•- ?SS §•= L C L C j II C North Ward- I Stansty 1 8 0 0 1 8 Broughton 0 0 0. 0 0 0 Wrexham Regis 4 5 2.. 1 6.. 6 East Ward 3 5 6 1 9 6 Southward 6 7 3 9 9 16 West Ward 9 4 4 3 13 7 23 29i 15 14 38 43 New Lodger Claims allowed 1 7 39 50 Deduct Liberal Gain 39 Net Conservative Gain 11 HOLT.—Two Conservative claims allowed. No Notice is taken in the above return of municipal claims and objections. In addition to the above notice of a considerable number of claims was given by each party to the Overseers prior to the publication of their list. Claims and objections which were made but not sustained are not included in the above figures. WM. HAWKINS TILSTON, Registration Agant. 7, Henblas-street, Wrexham, 24th fcfcjpt., 1:J1.

W RE N- IAM BOARD OF GUARDIANS. 1 ISDAT, SEPTEMBER 24TH. Present—C • Griffith-Boscawen, in the chair: Mr S. T. Bai;gh i. d Mr John Rogers, vice-chairmen; Right Hon. L Osborne Morgan, M.P., Mr S. Jones, Mr A. Peel. Col. Meredith. Mr H. J. Royds, Mr H. Dennis, Mr J. Bithel', Mr Edward Woolrich, Mr Richard Hughes, Mr Edward Roberts, Mr John Brereton, Mr Edwin Edwards, Mr J. Tudor Rogers, Mr Johu Daniel, Mr Edward Lloyd, Mr George Clarke, Mr J. W. Evans, Capt. Michell, Mr Benjamin Daviep, Mr Edward Tunnah, Mr William Roberts, Mr J. Lloyd Thomas, Mr George Heyward, Mr C. W. Parsonage, Mr Richard Maddocks, Mr Edmund Mason, Mr W. E. Samuel, Mr J. Oswell Bury, clerk. APPOINTMEET OF MEDICAL OFFICER FOR KO. 3 I DISTRICT, RUABON. Applications for the post of medical officer for No. 3 District of the parish of Ruabon, vacant by the death of the late Dr. Robertf, were received from Dr. J. C. Davies, Rhos, and Dr. Lawton Roberts, Ruabon. Mr SIMON JONES moved that Dr. Davies be appointed medical officer for No. 3 District, of the parish of Ruabon, subject to the approval of the Local Government Board. He presented a memorial signed by 435 ratepayers and householders, praying that the medical ofifcer for the No. 3 District should reside at Rhos, and it would be of great convenience to the poor. Mr ED. ROBERTS seconded. Mr JNO. ROGERS supported the motion, and pointed out that the regulation of the Local Govern- ment Board said that a medical cfficer must reside in the district for which he was medical ofifcer. The CHAIRMAN said the Local Government Board no doubt contemplated that a medical officer should reside in the ditsrict for which he was appointed. If there was a qualified man resident in the district, and they appointed a man outjida the district, he could only be appointed for a short period, and they ran the risk of not having his appointment confirmed by the Local Government Board. Mr OSBORNE MORGAN pointed out that by Article 3 of the Regulation of the Local Government Board the medical ofifcer was bound to be resident in the district for which he was appointed. The CHAIRMAN pointed out that Dr. Davies was a member of the Board, and if he was elected, of course he would be unable to serve. Ruabon would thus want a guardian, unless they applied for a special order. Mr W. ROBERTS said it would be a great advantage to have a gentleman as medical officer who could speak Welsh. Mr OSBORNE MORGAN said he knew Dr. Davies exceedingly well, and he was a first-rate man. It seemed to him that those orders were precise and distinct upon the subject, and if they appointed Dr. Roberts it would only be a temporary appointment, and it would be subject to the approval of the Local Government Board, which he was certain would never be given. The motion was carried nem. con. APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC VACCINATOR FOR RUABON. Dr. Davies and Dr. Roberts also applied for the post of public vaccinator for Ruabon, vacant by the death of the late Dr. Roberts. Mr DANIEL proposed that Dr. Davies be appointed. Mr SIMON JONES seconded, and pointed out that by electing Dr. Davies there would be a saving to the Union in fees of from £15 t3 217 per annum. The CLERK said a new contract would have to be entered into with the vaccinator appointed. Mr EDWD. ROBERTS bore out Mr Jones' statement. He said that in the four districts for the quarter end- ing October, if Dr. Roberts was appointed, the cost would be £ 2110s 6J. and if Dr. Davies was appointed jE17 33, a Baving of £4 7s 6J in one quatter. Mr J. TUDOR ROGERS proposed the appointment of Dr Roberts. Mr EDWIN EDWARDS seconded. On being put to the vote, sixteen voted for Dr. Davies, and fourteen for Dr. Robert, Dr. Davies, being appointed MEDICAL OFFICES AND THEIR DEPUTIES. I The CHAIRMAN moved that the Clerk be instructed to write to those medical officers whose deputies were not in the district, and who had failed to nominate new ones, calling their attention to the order of the Local Government Board on the matter. Mr OSBORNE MORGAN seconded, and it was agreed to. I TENDERS. I I I I m« I a <t I me ionowing lenuers lor toile supply 01 goons, sc., required for the use of the Workhouse during the ensuing half-year were accepted, subject to the several calculations being found correct :-MillerL-, Cobden Mill Company, R254 12s grocers, Household Stores Company, 2137 33 7d; butter factori-, Household Stores Company, R107 Is 8d butchere, T. B. Parker, £ 196 10a earthenware, Bayley and Company, 24 114 coal dealers, Pryce Evans, coal agent, Ruabon, 1:125 ironmongers, R. 0. Jones, C8 14a 6d; drapers, R. and T. Sauvage, £48 17s Id undertakers—Wrexham Workhouse, Bersham and district, Wrexham and district, W. Pierce Ruabon, Evan Ellis Jones. MISCELLANEOUS. I The CLERK read a letter from Dr. Lawton Roberts, thanking the Board for its expression of sympathy on the death of his father. The Clerk was authorised to take proceedings against the parishes in arrears with their calls. On the motion of Mr SIMON JONES, the Visiting Committee weie requested to consider the advisability of utilizing the old fever hospital for the accommoda- tion of female vagrants. STATISTICS FOR WEEK ENDING SEPTEMBER 16TH. Number in the house 1S3 Previous w,-ek 183 Corresponding week last year un Vagrants relieved—Men 34, women 11, children 1 46 Ditto last year—Men 40, women 9, children 2 51 Imbeciles in the house 32 In school-Boys, girls School closed owing to scarlet fever Receiving industrial training—Boys girls Closed. OUT-RELIEF. Mr Cheetham .£11 19s 8d to 107 persons. Mr Owen Is Od to 381 Mr Williams .£26 139 lJd to 2S9 Mr Evans £ 20 2s Od te 177 is FOR WEEK ENDING SEPTEMBER 23RD. Number in the house 183 Previous week 183 Corresponding week last year 152 Vagrants relieved-Men.16, women 7, children 3 46 Di:to last year—Men 51, women 12, children 4 67 Imbeciles in the house 32 In school-Boys girls Closed. Receiving ir.austrial training—Bays girls Closed. OUT-RELIEF. ,lLlr Choetliam XIO 12s 6d to 107 peirsone. Mr Owen .£.;3 Is Od to 381 „< Mr Williams .£23 19" 6d to 280 „ Mr Evans £ 17 3s Od to 168 „

THE EDEYRNION AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY. The annual show of this popular Society was held on Thursday at Corwen, in a field within easy reach of the Railway Station. The weather, per- hapa the most important element in the success of an agricultural show, was fine, and visitors must have been as delighted with the picturesque situa- tion of the show ground as with the very capital exhibition which was on view. The president for the year was Mr J. A. Keates, of Llantysilio Hail, and the vice-president Mr Joseph Davies, Wernddu, Gwyddelwern. Mr J. O. Pugh, of the North and South Wales Bank, is the treasurer, and in Mr R. R. Roberte, auctioneer, Corwen, the Society has a I most efficient secretary. The arrangement of the show yard was most satisfactory, and the following were the stewards Butter.—Edward Davies, coal merchant; Evan Davies, Trewyn. Welsh Cattle.—J. V. Williamaon, Derwen Hall Walter S. Davies, Druid Rjbert Jones, Caenog. Cattle of any other Breed.—J ohn Morris, Rhaggatt Gomer Roberts, Cefngriolen Owen Evans, Cross I Keyo, Llandrillo. Cart Rcrfies.-Robert Lloyd, Penlan Fawr John Lloyd, Plas; nddul Edward Jones, Garthiaen. Light Horses.-H. Charles, Llantysilio Edward Jones, Glyndyfrdwy H. E. Walker, Plasyndre. Sheep.—Thomas Jones. Brynmelyn H. R. Heap, Citlalgarth Edmund Evans, Tirllanerch. Pigs.-Henry Davies, Tyfos; W. E. Williams, Gwerclas Doge.-J. Jonep, Caenog E. Jarret, Plasyn- faerdre. Poultry.—D. Jonep, Caerdelyn; E. Lloyd, Hafod Godfrey Parry, Llansantffraid. Wool and graiu.-J ohu Hughep, Hendre; Robert Ellis, Brynbwlan; Hepburn, Nantclwyd. Field Superintendent.—T. R. Wynne, Ty Isa. Sale Steward.—Simon Williams, Penybont. Steward 01 Stock Parade.—Thomas Jones, Bryn- melyn. Jumping Stewards.—H. E. Walker, H. H. White, and W. E. Williams. Tho judging, which was rendered difficult by reason of the closeneES of the exhibits, was effi- ciently done by the following Butter.—J. Thomas, Chirk; T. Smith, Maccles- field. Welsh Cattle and Welsh Sheep.—Edward Vaughan, Plasrhiwsaeson, Llanbrynmair; John Jones, Central Buildings, Llandudno. Cattle of other breed and Sheep of other breed.— R. Thomas. The Buildings, Baachurcb John Owen. Llwynmaen, Oswestry. Cart Horses.—Thomas Bennett, Padgate, Warring- ton W. Parker, Great Stanney Hall. Chester. Light Horses.-Romer Williams, London T. J. Dufcton, The Beaches, Saltney. Pigs.—George Cottle, Kinnerley, Salop; T. Smith, Macclesfield. Poultry and Dogs.-George Cottle, Kinnerley. Wool.—S. Lloyd Jones, Llangollen. Gcain.-J oho Thomas, Chirk. The butter exhibited was of particularly good quality. The judge expressed himself disappointed with the exhibits of grain. Welsh cattle were a good class, although it was, in the opinion of one authority, capable of much improvement. In this connection it ought to be mentioned that some time ago Mr Jones, of Caenog, and Mr Williams, of Gwerclas, visited Devonshire, and were struck with the resemblance of the Devon cattle to those of Wales. They introduced some, and although the stock failed to attract notice for some time, it is satisfactory to find Mr Williams has now won with his Devonshire cow, and taken second honors with a fine Devon heifer. The Welsh bulls were good, and those under two-year-old were particularly so. The heifers and bull calves attracted attention, and were highly promising. In the cattle of any other breed, Mr Blezard's fine bull, Baron Acomb," was one of the attrac- tions of the show. It is safe to say this animal was worthy a place in the Royal. The bulls, under two years, were distinctly fine, and the winner, belonging to Mr Thos. Jones, Brynmelyn, was a splendid specimen. The cows and heifers were commendible. The horses, although not very numerous, were, on the whole, good. Particularly fine were the agricultural classes. The roadster mares and foals were fine, and praise can be bestowed upon the mountain ponies and foals. The light horses were only fair. As might be expected in Corwen, the Welsh sheep class was large, and the strain was of the highest possible quality. The judging therefore was difficult and long. This collection of Welsh sheep was worthy of the Royal Show, and no doubt this breed will be efficiently represented when that great exhibition comes to Chester, as all hope it may. The pigs were not numerous, but the quality was good. The same can be written of the poultry and the dogs. There was on the ground a collection of electric bell arrangements and plumbing work exhibited by Mr John Davies, of Llangollen. Messrs Dicksons. Limited, of Chester, and Messrs Day and Sons had tents on the ground. Mr Williams, of Corwen, also showed some useful vehicles. The tents used at the show were supplied by Mr J. E. Thomas, of Oswestry. THE LUNCHEON. I Luncheon, which was supplied by Messrs J. Milbourn and Co., of Liverpool, refreshment con- tractors, was served in a tent on the ground. Mr Keates, who was accompanied by his daughter, Miss Keates, presided. After the toast of the Queen, the PRESIDENT proposed "Prosperity to the Society." He defended the existence of local agricultural societies, as they enabled neighbours to compare each other's stocks, which led to an improvement in breeding. (Hear,hear.) The Society had, during the past twelve years of its existence, done very much to improve the breeding of stock, particularly cattle and horses. The Society offered various prizes with special reference to this, and was, therefore, of practical utility, and likely to do good in its district. (Hear, hear.) Generally, it was impossible to over- estimate the importance of keeping good stock rather than poor. A well bred animal ate no more than a poorly bred one, and certainly did more credit to its keep, came earlier to maturity, and so return was quicker realised, and from that point of view it might fairly be said that the well bred animal cost even less in the end. (Hear, hear.) He urged upon all tenant farmers the necessity of using the best obtainable sires only. (Hear, hear.) The extra charge for better blood would in a short time be got back again over and over. (Hear, hear.) The society was in a better position than previously. Last year they bad 511 entries now they had 517. (Hear, hear.) The number of exhibitors, too, had increased from 109 to 116. (Applause.) Mr Slaney Wynne proposed the health of the President, (Cheers.) Mr Keates was an agricul- turist himself, and had taken much interest in the show, having given no less than jE45 to its funds. (Cheers.) Such societies naturally looked for help to landowners and gentlemen, and he believed the former had not been backward in coming forward. (Laughter and cheers.) The health of the Presidpnt was warmly received, and cheers were given for him and Miss Keates. Mr Keates briefly responded. Mr Jarrett proposed the health of the Vice- President, Mr Joseph Davies, who in responding, cordially endorsed the remarks made by the Presi- dent, upon the value of good breeding. Mr W. E. Williams, Gwernclas, proposed the judges. Mr John Jones (Llandudno), in responding re- ferred to the high quality of the Welsh sheep, and suggested that in future, prizes should be given to hill sheep and lowland sheep. Mr T. J. Dutton (The Beeches, Saltney), also responded. The rtmaining toast was that of the "Officers of the Society." It was appropriately proposed by Mr Thomas Jones, Brynmelyn, and Mr Pugh, the treasurer, responded. THE LEAPING AND TROTTING. These competitions attracted a large number of spectators. Mr Thomas Jones, 11, Monk-street, Birkenhead, won the first prize off 10 for leaping with Stanley the Explorer," 5 years, who per- formed very cleverly. Mr R. Williams, Bryntirion, Dyffryn, won the second prize of JE5 with Black Bess," 6 years, and Mr P. P. Pratt, Brynlatbrig Hall, St. Asaph, the third of E2 IOs. In the trotting trials for horses not under 14, nor over 15 hands (saddle or harness), the winners were :-I, £ 1 10s, Dr. E. Williams, Tawelfan, Bala 2, 15s, Rev. L. E. Davies, Llangar Rectory, Corwen 3, 59, Mr Hugh Hughes, Llysdimel, Maerdy h c, Mr Simon Williams, Penybont, Cor- wen. For ponies under 14 hands (saddle or harness) 1, JE1 lOa, Mr Thomas Jones, Brynmelyn, Corwen, "Tanat," 5 years 3 months 2, 15s, Messrs J. and T. Edmunds, Ucheldre, Corwen 3, 10s, Mr C. W. Preston, Ty'nycelyn, Ruthin. THE SALE. I a Messrs. David Roberts and Son, Corwen and Denbigh, conducted the sale. There were I numerous entries, and the bidding was brisk. THE PRIZE LIST. BUTTER. For the best tub of butter, not less than 50 lb weight, First prize given by the Minera Lime Company, Limited, near Wrexham. John Lewis, Secretary. First Y.2 29 second 10s; third 59-I. John Hughes, Blaenycwm, Llanar- mon. D.C. 2, John Jones, Caenog, Corwen; 3, D. R. Parry, Rbydyfen Farm, near Bala; h c and c. J. and T. Edmunds, Ucheldref, Corwen. For the best six Ib (separate) of fresh butter. First 20s, second lis, third os.—1 and c, John Jones 2, Mrs Morris, Eagles, Cynywd 3, David Jones, Pentre, Llandrillo h c, Robert Williams, Maesygadfa, Bala. WELSH CATTLE. For the best bull above two years old. First -63. second it 109-1, W. and O. Jones, Rhiwaedog Farm, Bala; 2, Griffith Evans, Ty Cerrig, Pare, Bala. For the best bull under two jears old. First S2. second £ 1—1, Thomas Jones, Pentre Cwmtirmynacb, Bala; 2, Henry Jones, Cefnprys, Llanuwchllyn. For the best cow in milk or calf. First E3, second XI 10s—1 and 2, Simon Williams, Penybont, Corwen h c and c, H. R. Heap. Ciltalgartb, Bala; h c., Robert Ellis, Bryn Bwlan. Llanderfel. For the best heifer in milk or calf, under three years old. First £ 2. second £ 1.—1, Simon Williams: 2 and c, Robert Ellis. For the best heifer under two years old. First X2. second XI-1, W. E. Williams, Gwerclas, Corwen 2 and c, Robert Ellis. For the best bnU calf born in 1881. First 91, second 10s -1, Robert Ellis, 2, Robert Williams, c H. R. Heap, and i Griffith Evans. I CATTLE OF ANY OTHER BREED. I For the best bull, two years old and upwards. First jE3 second, XI lUs third, lOd-l, Robert Blezard, Pool Park, Ruthin 2, W. Williams, Tynyfron, Corwen. I For the best bull, under two ytars old. First, X3 second, ?1 10s third, 151-1, Thomas Jones, Br;nmehn, Corwen 2, Evan Jones, T?'nddo!. Bettws G.G. 3. J. A'I Keates, ?ant?eHio Hall, Hangotien h c, W. WiiUamp, Ty'nyfron, Cox wen c, Joseph Davies, Wernddu, Gwydd- elwern. I For the best cow, in milk or calf. First, X3 second, XI His third, 151-1. W. E. Williams, Gwerclas, Corwen; 2. W. Williams 3, David Williams, Hendre, Gwyddel- wern h c, David Williams c, W. Williamo. For the btst heifer, in mi'k or calf, under three years old. First, Y-2; second, Xi third, lOs-I and 2, James Drake, The Cinders, Ruabon 3 and h c. J. V. William- son, Derwcn Hall, Corwen c. Dd. Williams. For th-3 best heifer, under two years old. First,.£ second. third, IUs-I, Evan Evans 2, W. E. Williams 3, U. Roberts, Lhnelidan; h c, R. and E. Davies, Tytaudderwen, flawrybettws c, U. and E Davies. For the best bull calf, born in 1891. First prize, .£1 second, 10-1: 2, and h c, David Williams c, J. V. Williamson. For the best three cows in milk for dairy purposes (any brt;ed or c.os.) First, £ 2; second, £ i—1, Janus Drake, The Cinders, Ruabon 2, D. R. Jones, Ty Ceriia,, Corwen I h c, David Williams, Hendre, Gwyddelwern. I HORSES. For the best mare with foal for agricultural purposes. First, 94 second, £ 2—1, E. Jarret, Plasynfaerdre, Curwen 2. John Jones, Branas Ucha, LI-Lndrillo h c, David Price, Ccfn Eithin, Llwrybettw. For the best pair of horses for agricultural purposes. First, X3; second, XI 109-1, J. W. Crosby, Maesgamedd, Corwen 2, J. V. Williamson, Derwen Hall, Corweu he John Jones, Caeno/, Corwen. For the be<t one hoise fur agricultural purposes, over 3 years old. First, jE2; second, £1-1 and c, H. R. Heap, Ciltalgarth, Bala; 2, Thomas Owens. Frongoch, Llandrillo h c, Joseph Davies, Wernd iu, Gwyddelwern. For the beat gelding or filly for agricultural purpo.es, over 2 and under 3 years old. First, X2; second, XI-1, Henry Davies, Tyfos, Llandrillo 2, Joseph Davies h c, E. Edwards, Nantclwyd Ucha, Llanelidan. For the beit yearling colt or tilly for agricultural pur- poses. First, C2 second, jcfl—1, John Williams, Gwern- hefin, Bala 2, M. J. Phillips, Hafodybwch Farm, Ruabon h c, R. and E. Davies, Tytaudderwen, Llawrybettws. For the best cob not under 14 nor over 15 haiidu, 3 years old and upwards". First, X2; second, £1-1 and h c, Sitnin Williams, Penybont, Curwen 2, Thomas Evans, vodwen, Llanarmon D.C. c, R. D. Roberts, Bronygraig, Curwen. For the best cob not under 14 nor over 15 bands, and under three years old. First, Z2; second, XI-1, E. Edwards. Nantclwyd Ucha, Llauelidan h c, John Hughes, Dudley Arms, Llandrillo; c, Thomas Evans, Druid Mill, Corwen. For the best cob mare not exceeding 15 bands, with foal. Fi.-st, X2 second, £ 1—1, Rev. L E. Davies, Llan- gar Rectory, C rwen; 2, John Hughes; h c. W. K. Williams, Gwerclas, Corwen c, Hugh Hughes, fenrhenl, Tregeiriog, Llangollen. For the bciot poay over 121 and under 14 hands, any age. First, X2; second, XI-1, Thomas Jones, Brynmelyn, Corwen 2, J. and T. Edmunds, Ucheldref/Corwen h c, W. Hepburn, Nautclwyd, Ruthin c, R. D. Roberts, Bron- jgraig, Corwen. For the best mountain pony, 12t hands and under. First, £ 2; second, XI-1, John Williams, Gwernhefin, BaJa; L, J. A. Keates, Llantysilio Hall, Llangollen he, J. Hoberts, wheelwright, Llangollen; c, LI. Roberts, L'anelidan For the best mountain pony mare, 121 hands and under, with foal. First, X2; second, XI-1, Owen Williams, Cidwst, Llandrillo 2, Robert Williams, Maesygadfa, B tia h c. W. E. Williams; c, James O. Davies, Dafam- dywyrch, Llandegla. PURE WELSH SHEEP. For the best ram born in 1S87 or 18SS. First, zCl 10-J second, 15a—1, John Joneb, TvhwntVrafon, Llanarmon, D.C. For the best ram born in 1&59. First, £1 10-t second, 15s—1 and 2, Godfrey Parry, Llansanlffiaid h c, W. E. Williams. For the best ram born in 1S90. First. Xl 10s; second, 15s—1 and 2, Godfrey Parry h c. Henry Jones, Czfnprls, LLtnuwuhllyn c, W. E. Williams. For the beat ram lamb. First, XI 10i: second. ]5s-1, John Hughes, Blaenycwm, Llanarmon, D.C.; 2 and h c. Godfrey Parry c, W. E. Williams. For the best pen of four ewes over three years old Firs", £ 1 lus second, 15s—1, Joseph Dav:es, Wernddu, Gwyddelwern 2 and c, Godfrey Parry, Llamantfiraid, Corwen h c, E. Jones, Llangollen Ftchan, Liangollen. For the best pen of flur ewes under three years old. First, £ 1 10s second, 15-.—1, Godfrey Parry 2 and h c W. E. Williams, Gwtrcla*, Corwen c, E. Jones. HEEP OF ANY OTHER BREED. For the best ram not over four years old. First, Xl 10m; second, 15s—1 and 2, John Jones, Caenog, Corwen h c, J. V. Williamson, Derwen Hall, Corwen. For the best shearling ram. first XI les; second, 15s— 1 and c, John Jones, Caenog, Corwen 2 and h c J V Williamson h c, Joseph Davies. For the best pen of three ewes. First, zEl 10s second, 15s—1 and 2, John Jones, Caenog, Corwen h c, J V. WilliamMcm c, The Black Pariz Colliery Company, Limited, Ruabon. For the best ram lamb. First, zCt 103; second, 153-1 and h c, J. V. Williamson; 2 and c, Tbe Black Paik Colliery Company. pias. For the best boar, age to be considered. First, £2; second, 1;1-1. John Hughes, Dudley Arms, Llandrillo 2, H. R. Heap, Cilta'arth, Bala h c, David Jones, Prinze of Wale8. Cynwyd. Wales, the be t sow, age to be considered. First. £ 3 For second, XI-1. John Jones, Caenog, Corwen 2, Mts Humphreys, Toe Queen's, Corwen h c, Mrs Roberts, Crown Hotel, Corwen. For the best cottager's pig. First, jEl second, lOs-I, Mrs Hawkins. Plas Yard, Corwen; 2, Mrs Davies, Ty'nddo), Corwen h c, Mrs Sarah Lloyd, Queen's Square, Corw.n. POULTRY. For the best brahma or cochin cock and hen First, 10s; second, 5:1, Evan Jones, tmith, Corwen 2, J. V. Williamson h c, W. J. Stansfield, Westbourne-t6rrace, Corwen. For the best Plymouth Roks. cock and hen. First, 10s; second, 5s—1, J. V. Williamson. For the best any father breed (suitable for farmers), cock and hen. First, 19J second, 5s—1, J. V. Williamson 2 and h c, Burton and Hedge, Sarney, Clawddnewydd c, Evan Jone?, smith, Carrog. For the best drake and one duck, any breed. First, IPs second, 5s—1, J. V. Williamson; 2, Wm. Ellis, 133, High- street, Bala; h c, Burton and Edge c, D. P. Davies, Crown Shop, Corwen. For the best gander and one goose. First, 10s second, 5s-1. J. A. Keates. Llantysilio Hall, Llangollen 2, J. V. Williamson h c, Wm. Ellis. For the best turkey cock and hen. First, lis; second, os—1, J. V. Williamson; 2, Henry Jones, Cefnprys, Llan- uwchllyn. DOGS. For the best looking sheep dog. First, Zl Is second 10s 6d (given by the vice-president, Mr Joseph Davies, Wernddu)—1, J. V. Williamson; 2, B. Charles, Llantysilio Hall Farm, Llangolien h c, W. J. Stanatield, Weatbourne Terrace, Corwen, and John Hughes, Blaenycwm, Llanar- mon, D.C. c, John Davies, butcher, Corwen. EXTRA PRIZES By the President, Mr J. A. Keates, Llautysilio Hall. For the beso bull in the yard under two years old (the bull taking the first prize to be kept by the exhibitor up to the lit of May next.) First, X5; second, £ 2—1, Thumas Jones. Brynmwlyn, Corwen 2, Evan Jones, Ty'nddoJ, Bettws G.G. h c, David Williams, Hendre. Gwyddelwern; c, Thomas Jones. Pentre, Cwmtirmynach, Bala. For the best Welsh cob not under 14 nor over 15 hands (saddle or harness) bred in Desbigbshire or Merioneth- shire. Prize, £ 3—1, Simon Williams, Penybont, Corwen h c, Thomas Evans, Vodwen, Llanarmon D.C. For the best filly suitable for breeding heavy draught horses, foaled in 1887, 1S88, 18&9, bred by and the property of a member of the Society. First, £ 3 second, £ 1—1, Joseph Davies, Wernddu, Gwyddelwern 2, J. V. William- son h c, Edward White, The Court, Llandegla. I For the best cart foal (colt or filly.) Prize, £ 1—1, E. Jarrett, Plasynfaerdre, Corwen; h c, J. W. Crosby, Maesgamedd, Corwen. For the best mountain pony irare, suitable for breeding purposes. Prize, £ 2—1, John Hughes, Blaenycwm, Llan- armon, D.C. For the best ram in the vard fWelsh). Prize. £1 -1. Godfrey Parry 2, W. E. Williams h c, John Jonef, Tyhwnti'rafon, Llanarmon, D.C. For the best ram in the yard (any other breed). Prize, £ 1—1, John Jonts. .For tne best pen of three ewe Iambs (any other ureea;. Prize, .£1-1 and 2, J. V. Williamson. By Mr T. Bushby, Trevor. For the be9t bushel of wheat lUs.-I, Edward Jones. h c, W. E. William?. For the best bushel of barley. 10s. -1, J. V. Williamson. By Messrs Day and Sons, Crewe. For the best agricultural brood mare in the yard. Chest value £ 2 4s.—1, E. Jarrett; h c, Joseph Davies. By Mr H. Griffiths, The Rake, Hawarden For the best pen of poultry. 10s (id.—1, J. A. Keates, Llantysilio Hall, Llangollen; h c, Evau Jones, smith, Carroe By Mr J. V. W'lliamson, Derwen Hall. For the best exhibit in poultry classes that have been bought from Mr Williamson. £ 1 Is.—1, J. A. Keates. For the best cob or pony stallion, under five years old, and not exceeding 141 hands. Prize, £ 2 (by Mr H. R. Heap, Cilt ilivartb, Bala)-I, Wm. Owen. Lion Royal Hotel, Bala h c, John Williams, Owernhetin, Bala. For the > est foal got by Prince Llewelyn," by mare not under 14J hands. Prize, Li 10-i (by Mr Wm. Jones, Penporchell Uucha, Denbigh)—1, Rowland Davies, Rhyd- dygethin, Llandrillo h c, William Williams, c, John Roberts. For the best three ewes (Welsh), any age above one year. Prize, Cl (by Mrs Parry, Tottenham, London)—1, Godfrey Parry 2 and h c, W. K Williams. For the best three shearling ewes (any other breed.) Prize, Xi (by Mr G. B. Newton)—1, J. V. Williamson. For the bist three fl ects of wool (Welsh). Prize, P-1 (by Mr E. O. V. Lloyd, high sheriff of Merioneth)—1 and c, W. E. Williams h c. Rowland Davies. For the best three 11 eces of wool (any .other). XI-1, J. V. Williamson; h c, Johu Jones. For the best bushel of short oats. 105.-1, Henry Davies, Tyfos, Llandrillo h c, W. E. Williams.

SHOCKING CHARGE AGAINST A SCHOOLMASTER. A painful sensation has been created in the neigh- bourhood of L!andyrnog by a shocking charge of im- morality brought against Mr Frederick W. Barnwell, for many years maeter of the Llandyrnog National School. It appears that Mr Barnwell was arrested at Rhyl on Wednesday evening by Superintendent Vaughan while leaving the new Piei Pavilion with his wife, on a warrant charging him under the Criminal Law Amendment Act with having had im- moral relations with Rose Allen, a girl of 13, who formerly was in his service as servant, and is now in a situation at Reading, Berkshire. The prisoner was brought privately before a county magistrate on Wednesday evening and remanded. The news has caused a profound sensation in Llandyrnog, where prisoner and his wife were well-known and highly respected. [BY TELEGRAPH.] Yesterday the accused was committed on the charge of having assaulted an adopted child, his neice. Medical evidence prove the girl to be enciente. Prisoner had admitted hi3 guilt to the father of the girl by letter. He was prosecuted by Mr H. Harrel, barrister. London, for the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. Mr Alun Lloyd, solicitor, for the prisoner, reserved hia defence. The I court was crowded. ♦

ST. ASAPH GUARDIANS AXD I VACCINATION. At Thursday's meeting, a letter was read from Mr A. Cheetham, phrenologist, Rhy], declining to allow his child to be vaccinated. The Clerk said this was the only objection which had been made. It was resolved to take proceedings.

The will of the late Mr W. H. Gladstone has been proved, with personalty amounting to 922,444. The Right Hon. W. E. Gladstone and Mrs Gladstone are entitled to the use of Hawarden Caat!e fer their livee..

The annual meeting of this Association was held at the Town Hal), Mold, on Thursday, when thechairwas occupied by Aid. J. Herbeit Lewis (president of the Association), and among the delegates present were Messrs. James L. Musprat-, J. P., Rhyl; Aid. Thomas Parry, Mold Councillor W. lilwy Nvilliauie, hnyl D. Pierce, tiolywell Samuel Jones, Holy w eli T. H. Waterhouse, Holywell Joseph Garner, lioly- well ±1. C. Carter, Connah s Quay Llew. Laton, Mold Rev. Wm. Williams, Tryddyn Walter Reuey, Connah's Quay Edward Cooper, Connah's Quay Rev. O. T. Williams, Rhyl R. Llew. Jones, Rhyl A Sand bach, Connah'd Quay Richard Jones and W. Fenwick, Connah's Quay Daniel Evans and T. C. Amos, Rhyl; J. Lloyd Morris, Mold Rev. £ Bithel], Leeswood Rev. J. Davies, Holywell; Thomas Jones and Abraham Evans, Leeswood Richard Bromley, Holywell T. Llurd Ellis, C.C., Newmaiket Aid. Peter Joues, Hakyii J obu Davies, Llanasa; Jacob H. Jones, G. A. Parry. Rev. D. Davies, E. Roberts and James Lamb, Buckley Thus. Jones, St. Asaph John Fiitnstjite, Rhyl Jonathan Oidfield, Tryddyn and P. Hard- ing Roberts, Holy well, secretary of the Association. I ENGLISH AND W £ LAH, The minutes of the last annual meeting, held at Rhyi, were read aud confirmed, and it was resolved tliat the lules of the Association be piiuled in English and Wel-h, and circulated among the mem- o bers. I ABSENTEES. I Letters of apology for unavoidable absence were read from Messrs. Samuel Smith, M.P,, John Roberts, M.P., Dr. Easterby. S. Asaph and I Robert Jones, Kiddermimtr House, Ffynuongroew. I THE QEHEBAL ELECTIONS. I PREPARATIONS FOR THE CONFLICT. I in the course ot ms opening remarKs tlle LHAIHAlA congratulated those present upon the healthy pros- pects of the Liberal party in Flintshire. The results of the recent revision, he said, had been most satis- factory so lar as the Liberals were concerned. He could not say what their opponents intended to do with regard to the forthcoming general election, but the Liberal party must be thoroughly prepared for whatever might take place. In the county they had a capital representative in the person of Mr Samuel Smith, and with regard to the boroughs, they were b"ul¡d by ties of gratitude to Mr John Roberts for his past services. He had represented the boroughs in four Parliatnentp, and while other borough con- stituencies in Wales had fiom time to time been lost to the Liberal puty, the Flint boroughs, under his leadership, had always remained true to the political creed which they had upheld since the passing of the Reform Bill, and they eculd never forget the work he had done for them. They looked forward with con- fidence to the next general election, knowing that the flowing tide waa with them, and feeling cure that the Liberals of the county and of the borouuhs would do all in their power ta assist each other upon whatever side the attack inivht come. (Cheers.) .n. AfFOINTMENT OY OFflCEUS, I Tile appoUltIUtJllt or otneers tor the year was men made, and the first taken was that of the president. Or. the m. tinn of Mr Muspratt, seconded by (Jeun- cillor Mr Williams, Alderman J. 11. Lewis was unanimously re-appoiuted to that office. Mr LIBWIS, in a brief response, said be fclt deeply grateful to them for their confidence in him, but be assured them he had no desire to accept the presidency of the association. All that he had done had been dune for the sake of doing some good for Flintshire, and for their association, but he really hardly knew how to express his sense of the honor they had con- ferred upon him, and he would be much more grateful for them to elect someone else. The list of gentlemen who had acted as vice- presidents of the Association during the past year was then gone through, and all were re-appointed, the only alterations being made in the names was the addition of the Rev. Jos. Davies, Buckley, and MrE. Bryan, Holywell. Mr liurlbutt, Connah's Quay, was re-appointed treasurer of the Association. Mr P. Harding Roberts, Holywell, was re-elected secretary. REGISTRATION AGENT3. I On the motion of Mr Muspratt seconded by Ala. Thomas Parry, Mr Jno. Morgan, Mold, and Mr P. Mostyn Williamp, Rhyl, were unanimously re- appointed the registration officers for the county. The meeting received with regret the news of the iecent iilness of Mr Morgan, and on the motion of the Chairman the following resolution was passed, and ordered t., be kietit to that gentleman from the Asso- ciation—"That having heard with much regret of Mr J. Morgan's illness, we desire to testify our sympathy with him, and our hope that he will speedily recover, and hereby express our appreciation of his faithful and devoted services to Liberalism in the county of Flint." REGISTRATION BEFOHT. Mr Mostyn Williams gave the result of the recent revision, which showed that the Liberals had made 89 claims, out of which 83 were allowed. The Con- servatives made 55 claims, and id were allowed. \Vith regard to objections 47 were made by the Liberal party, and only two were lost: the Tories made 13 objections, and 11 of these were sustained. The figures therefore stood—Liberals 12S, Conservatives 60, leaving a net gain on the county in favor of the Liberals of 68. The report was received by the meeting with much I satisfaction, and the Rev. O. J. Wiliiam--g proposed that it be adopted, and that the Association should congratulate their agents upon the result, which was carried. LIBERAL FEDERATION RIPRESENTATIVES. L_<L n« • r i il r — 1. 1_ The appointment oi representatives at Liie loriu- coming Liberal Federation at Newcaatle-on-Tyne, was then proceeded with, and Mr Ll. Jones, Rhyl, and Rev. Joseph Daviep, Buckley, were elected to repre- sent the County, and Messrs J. L. Muspratt and T. H. Waterhouse. to repre eut the Boroughs on the general committee. The following gentlemen were appointed to sit on the Council-Mestrs J. Hall, Joseph Garner, W. Williams, Rhyl Richard Bromley, Holywell P. M. Williams, H. Hurlbutt, Rev. O. J. Williams, Robert Jones, Ffynnongroew Daniel Evans, and Aid, Howard. Hroughton Hall. Malpas. Messrs E. Bryan. and J. L. Muspratt were elected members of the Executive Council of the North Wales Liberal Association, at Wrexham, t'le former gentleman for the County, aud the latter for the Boroughs. Messrs W. Williams, Rhyl; the Rev. Joseph Davies, Buckley, and Edward Wheldon, Mold, were nominated additional representatives from Flintshire to be elected at the annual meeting of the North Wales Federation. An Executive Committee, consisting of 40 mem- bers from different polling district* of the county was afterwards appointed. THE. TREASURERS ACCOUNTS. The treasurer's statement 01 accounts was suo- mitted, shewing a balance of 1:8 18a 61 in hand, which was adopted. VOTE OF CONDOLENCE. .1 » > r T ■ ¥ "I 1.11 r Un the motion 01 Air Ll. illaton, eeconaea oy lur I Muspratt. the following resolution of sympathy with the famiiy of the late Mr W. H. Gladstone was I passed—" That this meeting de-ires to express its deep sympathy with the widow, and the family of the late Mr W. H. Gladstone, in the loss they have vuatained I by his removal from their midst." THE NEXT MEETIKG. I Mr WATERHOUSE proposed, and Mr SAMUEL J OES I seconded that the next meeting of the Association be held at Holywell, which was agreed to. VOTES OF THANKS. The CHAIRMAN moved that votes of thanks he accorded the Vice-President, the Treasurer, the Registration Officers, and the hard working Secretary of the Association for their services during the past year.—Mr SAMUEL JONES seconded, and they were carried. On the motion of Mr WILLIAM WILLIAMS, seconded by Mr BRYAN, the following resolution was carried with acclainatioii :That this meeting tenders its heartfelt thanks to the Chairman of the Fiintshire Liberal Association, Alderman J. Herbert Lewis, for the admirable way in which he has conducted the meetings of the Association during his term of office as president, and for his handsome donation to the Association, and the meeting hopes he may be spared for many years to come to serve his county." Mr LEWIS briefly thanked the meeting for their kindness, and the proceedings closed.

EISTEDDFOD AT DENBIGH. I On Thursday an Eisteddfod was held in connection with the Vale of Clwyd Good Templars, which was largely attended, being under the patronage of the Lord-Lieutenant of the County, the Hon. G. T. Kenyon, M.P., Prince Hans of Pless, and the local gentry. The three meetings were presided over by the Rev. James Davies, senior curate of Denbigh; Mr J. Herbeit LowiF, J.P., chairman of Flintshire County Council and the Mayor of Denbigh (Capt. W. Edwards). The conduct.,r was Huwco Penmaen, and the artistes Miss Susannah Pierce. R.C.M., Miss Annie Hope, Mr T. Bartley, aud Mr Gordon Williams, and they sang admirably, to the delight of the large audiences. Amongst the chief prizes were the following :-The chair prize of 25 and carved oak bardic chair won by Mr Henry Parry Williams, School Board, Rhyd-du, Carnarvon literary prize, 22, given by the Hon. G. T. Kenyon, M P., for the best temperance story, was divided between E. M. Jones, Abergele, and Owen Evans, Denbigh the male voice choir competition resulted in favor of Denbigh Choir, led by Bandmaster Robert Jones the chief choral competition for a prize of £10 was won by the Denbigh Choral Union, conducted by Moses Lloyd and the children's choral competition by a choir of Denbigh children, conducted by Mr David Hughes, the prize being JE5 and a baton for the conductor. There were a large number of minor competitions. Mr R. Williams, jun., was the secretary, and the whole was ex- cellently carried out.

LLANGOLLEN LIBRARY CONCERT. The fifth annual concert in aid of the funds of the Public Library was held in the Town Hall, Llan- gollen, on Thursday evening, before a large aud fashionable audience. Mr Darlington, the hon. secretary, said at the opening of the s proceedings he regretted that their pre&ident, Sir Theodore Martin, who had given them a most interesting and instructive addreas at each annual meeting, was un- able to be with them that night, as his medical adviser had forbidden him to go out in the night air. Mr Darlington read a letter from Lady Martin, enclosing a cheque for £5, and one from Lord Trevor, enclosing a cheque for £2 2a. The concert was throughout a great success. Miss Annie Griffiths R.A.M., and Mr J. P. Jones, Chester, were enthusiastically encored in their excellent Bongs. Miss Jennie Davies, the pianist, was warmly received on her first appearance after her American tour. A

————————————— WREXHAM PENYBRTN BOWLING CLUB.—A general meeting of the members was held at the Bowling Green Inn on Thursday evening, when it was decided to close the season on Friday, October 2nd, when prizes will be bowled for. After play a dinner will be held.

T -M METEOfiOLOGIOAL TABLE I FOR WEEK ENDIXG SEPT. 0, lSH. I [FBOM THE BROUGHTON AND PLAS POWER COAL COMPANY LIMITED.] BAROMETER READINGS. (Taken a y a.m. from an Aneroid by Negretti and Zambra.) THERMOMETER (IN DEGREES). Minimum. -18' 51° i 51 47° 4. 45" 4T .Maximum.. t¡2° 71° 6ö0 57' 5V tfl3 Wet Bulb. 5fic 50" 51c 5¡0 3. .>»' 5.F Dry Bulb 5ti- 57- fM3 54= 52* j-i" ) Nil. "UU  Nil..fil 1 6j 07  NU Rainfall in | | | j j I inches ) ( )_ )_ t t Total rainfall for week, 2 3jv

SATUKDAV MORNINGS EDITION. OF THE WFEXHA.M ADVERTISER CONTAINS REPORTS OF RUABON PETTY SESSIONS. SHOOTING MATCH AT ERDDIG, SHOP ASSISTANTS' CONCERT, WREXHAM COUNTY COURT, And other Late News.

OSWESTRY. PRESENTATION.—At a meeting of the Onvestry Cottage Hospital, held on Tuesday, a dIck aod cheque were presented to Miss Hannah Wiliiams, the matr- n, by the Committee and stall, on the occasion of her leaving to be married, after fourteen years' faithful service. WELSH CHURCH CHOIR TREAT.—The members of the above choir, numbeiing about thirty, had, on Monday, their annnal outing," the pines selected this year being Aberystwyth, The party were in charge of the Rev. J. Evans Jones, curate of the Welsh church. 9100 LOST AT THE SHOW.—A Shropshire farmer was unfortunate enough to lose ft wash leather bag containing about £100 in notes :nd gold at the Agri- cultural Show on Thursday. A reward of .1:10 i3 offered for the restitution of the bag and money, of which nothing has at present been heard. VISIT OF PRINCE HENRY or PLESS.—Priac? Henry of Pless, who, wiih Col. Gornwailis We-t, Mrs and Miss West, was staying at Cnirk C-istle, drove to the Oswestry Agricultural Show in his t-ur in hand. After the show he drove through the town, and while a stoppage was made at The CiCM, a large :.ond admiring ero.vd gatiierid around the coach. THE BAPTIST MUTUAL INPIIOVEAEST SOCIETY.— On Monday eveiiintt a preliminary meeting of this Socitty was held, when tho president, the Rev. G. Archer, occupied the chair. Thera was a moderate attendance uf members. Mr Archer was re-eltcted president, for the ensuing year Mr G. lluxley and Mr G. Bayley were Mr Arthur Beard wasekcced a vice- prt t. Mr Huxley was also re-appointed treasurer, and Mr Lloyd secretary, with Mr W. Jones as assist*! secretary. The meeting was adjourned for the election of a com- mittee to arrange for the programme of the coming session. BAD LANGUASE ON SUNDAYS.—At the ordinary meeting of the Young Men's Friendly Society on Tuesday night the Ven. Archdeacon Lewis delivered an address, touching upon the duties of members one to another and to the community at large. He referred to the habits of using bad language and drunkenness, and said he had noticed a great deal of bad likiagua-ga used in the streets of Oswestry on Sundays. At the close of a most excellent address, a vote of thanks waa unanimously accorded to the Archdeacon, on the motion of Mr J. C. Tingley, seconded by Mr J. Wynne. Afterwards Mr Wynne took the chair, and it was decided to join the gymnasium for the winter. COUNTY SESSIONS, THURSDAY.—Before Col. Lloyd, Rev. T. M. Bulkley Owen, Henry Leslie, and F. G Buller Swete, Esquires. APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF LICENCE. Mr Waddington applied fur the renewal of the licence of the Dymock Arms Inn, Melverley, on be- half of Fi-cderick Brown, the 1 mdlord, and the appli- cation was opposed by Supt. Langford, on the ground that there was no necessity for the house, and that the landlord had been fined 103 for permitting drunkenness. In the result the magistrates granted the renewal. CHARGE OF PERMITTING GAMING. FrF-derick Brown, landlord of the Dymock Arm?, Melverley, was charged by Supt. Langford with per- mitting gaming, by having a game called tip it played there by four men. For the defence it was contended that the game was played, but no drink was supplied on account of it. The bench dismissed the case. FAILING TO REPORT SWINE FEVER. "TOP #0 Wm. Alottrain, larmer, Ebual Mali, Gobowen, was charged with failing to report that two of his piBM had swine fever, on or about the 30th August.—Mr Trevor Jones, V.S.. inspector for the County Council at Salop, proved the case, and defendant was fined £1 in each case, and the costs, altogether amounting, with fineg, toJE4 8s 2d. CYCLING CLUB RACK AND SMOKING CONCERT. On Thursday, the Oswestry Cycling Club had a cycling handicap, the course being from the old toll bnr, Palop-road, through West Feltou, aiound by the Church, and finish at starting point distanca, eight miles and three-quarters. A start was made shortly after the announced time, 5.15 p.m., Mr J, P. Cart- wright being the judge. The following were the r«su'ts, nine competitors starting out of ten entries Firsts J. F. Dale, Oawestry (five minuets start); lecoud, T. Ellis, Oswestry (five minutes); third, C. Edwards, Oawestry (five minutes) fourth, J. Edwards, Oswestry (four minutes) fifth, E. H. Pryce, Oswestry (seven tiriintitec) sixth, D. Roberts, Oswestry (two minutes) and seventh, W. P. Morgan, Oswestry (four-and-a-half min.ut"^) the two last, who came in together, being Griffiths Jones, Ruthin (one minute) and W. Last, Oswestry (two minutes.) The time of the winner was thirty-three minutes. The prizes were as follows First, silver cup (value, £4 4s) second, gold medal tdrd, silver medal (all given by the club),; fourth, box of cigars, given by Mr W. T, Jonej, Queen'3 Hotel. The handicappers were Messrs T. E. JUDe. G. Ellis, and J. C. Vaughan (hon sec.) In the evening a smoking concert and dance was held in the gym- nasium under the presidency of Dr. Cartwright, when a capital programme was gone through, contributed by the following :-Messrs C. Edwards (concertina solo), Jarman, D. Edwards, Wilfrid Ollerhead (cornet solo), W. Rowland (ventriloquial sketch), Wallace Ollerhead (sleigh bells) Joe Groves (recitation), and Overhead Brothers' Band. There was a good attendance, and dancing was kept up until two a.m., Ollerhead Brothers supplying the music. BROXTON. THE RIGHT TO ARBEST POACHRItS.Lagt week, under this heading, we gave a paragraph relating to a case in which two defendants, arresttd under a warrant, were charged with trespassing- in puranit of rabbiti. Mr H. C. Wheeler, one of the defendants, writes that he was not charged as a poacher, but waa convicted as a trespasser. He disputes the legality of the warrant on whica he was arrested, as be pro- duced his game licence, which contained his full name and address. The paragraph in question, was reproduced by us just as it appeared in a Livemool daily, and we readily accede to Mr Wheeler's re- quest that the above information, in jmtice to the parties concerned, should be published. I NORTHOP. ■LICENSING.—At the adjourned licensing sessions on Thursday, before Messrs Jarrce L. Muspratt, William Thorn, and John Watkineon, the renewal of the licence of the Red Lion, Halkyn, was considered. The police opposed its renewal, but the inagistrates granted the six days licence instead of seven. The Leadbrook off-licence was refused. J.)hn fftighee,, shop keeper, Pentre, was fined Gd and costs for obstructing the highway with a horse and cart.

Late Advertisements. WANTED MASONS.—Apply at Berwig Quarriia Minera. 2u4ba LOST from Broughton September 22ad, Two ??COTCH JL? EWES, marked blue on rump. Anyone i,ing infor- mation of same to W. J. EDWARDS, Derwen House, will be rewarded, anyone detaining same after this notice will be prosecuted. 2044a (GROCERY LUSINESS.-Wanted a well educated YOUTH as Apprentice.- GEO. DUITON, SON, Co., 1, Hih-stret, ZZZ* f..¡",OUND in Wr?am on Thur?d?, a PUKSE. Owner Fcan have it by iving description and paving ex- penses.-Apply, Market Hall Shop. 0 •1 U^ri?R CLERK WANTED.—Apply, with reference.  "?  toM?r. SOAMES It Co., Wrexbam. 2U49f UNITED SCHOOL DISTRICT OF BERSHAM. WAS^6AS'^ tV Temporary ASSISTANT MISTRI?sr?  Salary at rate of ?30 per annum. Atao?i? V CLEANER for the Boy's School T?Y?? ? SCHOOL shillings per week summer, four shilling, ari slxP*nC9» winter months. List of duties ? h« L?3pe<itet,L APP^* cations to be sent toun?SaL  !,??<-? ?PP? Thanday, October lst ——?o'? be?re four p.m. om R.?t..tr.et. Wre?m THOMAS BURY, Regent-street, Wremam. Clerk- 25th SeptJI¡berl ll. 20A

PROMOTION.—Mr Alfred Thomas, who has for many years been the courteous cashier at the High- street branch of the North and South Wales Bank, is leaving Wrexham, having been promoted to the bead offices at Liverpool. A NEW STATION.—On Thursday the new station for Connah's Quay and Shotton will be opened for traffic by the Wrexham Mold and Connah's Quay Railway Company. A service of convenient trains has been arranged, and the public will appreciate the new boon. EDUCATIONAL—An advertisement in this issue announces that Miss Evans, who is an under- graduate of the London University, is prepared to receive a few private pupils at No. 1, St. Mark's Terrace. Term commences on September 25th, and no doubt parents will be glad of the oppor- I tunity to place their children under Miss Evans' l successful system. REV. P. A. HTJDGELL.—At a meeting of the members of the Baptist Church, Chester-street, on Wednesday night, the resignation of the pastorate by the Rev. P. A. Hudgell was regretfully received. The rev. gentlemen is leaving Wrexham for Dublin, where he has accepted the invitation of the Rev. Hugh D. Brown, M.A., to undertake evangelistic work in Ireland. BOROUGH AUDITORS -On Wednesday, the fol- lowing were nominated as borough auditors :—Mr Ishmael Evans, public accountant. 23, Percy-road Mr A. Iron, accountant, 35, Wrexham Fechan Mr W. W. Jeffreys, accountant, 37, Cunliffe-street, and Mr W. Venn, refreshment room keeper, 10, Charles-street.—On Thursday, Mr Venn and Mr Iron retired, and the others were therefore declared elected. DEATH OF MRS. N. R. GRIFFITH.—We regret to announce the death of Mrs N. R. Griffith, which took place at The Elms on Thursday. The deceased lady underwent an operation on Sunday, and pro- gressed very favourably until Tuesday morning, when she suddenly took a change for the worse, and died on the afternoon of the same day. Much sympathy is naturally felt for Mr Griffith and his family in their sad bereavement. A STARTLING DISCOVERY.—On Monday night a dogcart and horse were found lying overturned in theditch by the roadsidenear Pickhill. Therewasno one in charge, and the matter looked mysterious. The police were informed, and the result of the inquiries have been satisfactory. The vehicle and horse belonged to a gentleman living near Wem. He called upon a friend at Bangor, and while he was away the horse scampered off. THE MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS. As November approaches interest begins to centre on the municipal elections. The retiring members are:— North Ward, Mr J. Prichard (L), South Ward, Mr Bernard Lewis (C), East Ward, the Mayor (Dr. Paliu, C), West Ward, Mr R. R. Done (C). It is announced that all these gentlemen will seek re- election, and rumour is busy with the names of other possible candidates. It is too early just now to make a definite announcement, and electors would do well in withholding for the present their promises of support. A FINE PEAL OF BELLS.—The Cambrian Hand- bell Ringers. have just obtained from the well-known firm of bell-fouuders—Messrs. Mears and Stainbank, YVhitechapel Foundry, London— 31 handbells, which are to be added to the 59 which this well-known body of ringers already possess. The augmented peal will consist of 90 bells, ranging five octaves with 11 octaves of duplicates. It is onu of the finest peals in the kingdom, and we are glad to learn it will be heard in Wrexham next month. A SMASH IN YORKE-STREET.—On Thursday morning, an alarming accident occurred in Yorke- street. A wagon loaded with hay, belongingt) Mr Jonathan Davies, of Crab Mill, Rossett, was proceeding down the street, which was in a very wet and slippery condition, when the horse was overpowered, and proceeded at a fast rate down the hill. Nearing the bottom of the street, it collided with a cart belonging to Mr William Woodward, butcher, Wrexham, sending it through the windows of the shop occupied by Mr Meyrick, tailor and draper, 22, Yorke-street. The window was completely sinasho.-I, both frame and glass being broken. We understand that Mr Davies has promised to make good the damage. THE NORTH WALES HORSE SALE.—We call our readers' attention to this great sale, to ba held at Wrexham on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday next. It is announced in our columns as "the largest sale in the world," and comprises the un- precedented total of 1,000 horses of that excellent class and stamp that has long made such a name for Wales. Out of the 450 light horses, cobs, and ponie3 catalogued for Wednesday's sale, buyers ought to get what they want; and the entry of 250 wagon geldings and shire mares for Thursday will be a fine sight. The foals and two-year-olds for Friday should command attention. There is no class of horse to be found that will stand the same amount of hard work as the Welsh horses, remark- able for their grand legs and feet and hardy con. stitutions. PROPERTY SALE.-On Monday Mr Frank Lloyd held a sale of important properties in Bangor- Isycoed. There were present :—Messrs H. Hum- phreys, J. Hopley Pierce, A. E. Lewis, Minshall (King's Mills), Alfred Bsnnett, Bateman, Job Lea. A. W. Butt, J. Fearnall, Holbrooke, &c., with Mr J. M. Etches, solicitor. The first lot was the Lion Hotel at Baugor, with brewhouse, stabling for eighteen horses. and commodious premises. It was purchased by Mr J. Hopley Pierce for JE720. The freehold pasture field, containing 3i acres, adjoin- ing the Lion, and having a frontage of 90 yards to the Baogor and Overton road, was bought for Z275 by Mr Hopley Pierce. The freehold cottage and outbuildings at Threapwood, on the road from the Sarn to the "Holy Land," were secured by Mr Holbrooke for fl45. Mr Pierce purchased the first two lots for Mrs Bennett, the present tenant of the hotel. DEATH OF AN OLD NATIVE OF w WREXHAM.—O^n the 17th inst. the death took place at Bryntirion, near Wrexham, of Mrs Butler, aged 82, sister of the late Mr Meredith Jones, and widow of Mr Walter Blake Butler, who for above 20 years was collector of Inland Revenue for the Chester collec- tion. After leaving Wrexham 50 years ago, Mrs Butler and her husband resided in various places iu England and Scotland. From Chester they retired to Llandudno, where he died in 1879, and lies in Eglwys Rhos Churchyard, near Llandudno. He was well-known in this district during a long period. He was very popular among his friends, being a man of great intelligence and natural geniality. He was a native of county Clare. Among those who attended the funeral of Mrs Butler at Escluaham Church was Mr S. T. Baugh, who had been a friend of long standing. WREXHAM REFORM CLUB.—The first meeting of the committee of management was held in the smoke room on Thursday night, Mr Simon Jones being voted to the chair. Mr W. R. Evans was elected chairman of the committee, with Mr W. C. Bayley as vice-chairman, Mr Simon Jones as treasurer, and Mr J. Morgan as secretary, the latter gentleman being warmly thanked for the valuable services he has already rendered. Letters were read from Mr Ed. Evans, Bronwylfa, accept- iner the position of vice-president, Mr A. C. Humphreys-Owen and Mr C. M. Holland also accepting the office of patrons. The committee meetings were arranged to be held on the first Thursday in each month. Five members were elected on the finance committee, and eight on the _a _1_ -I house committee, the chairman, vice-cnairman, aim treasurer being ex-officio members of each. It was decided that intoxicants be obtainable in the second floor billiard-room, smoke-room, and dining-room, and that the bar be closed at 10.30 p.m. THE LATE MR LOXHAM.—We have the sorrow- ful duty of recording the death of Mr Harry Loxham, which took place at his residence, 4, Grove Park, on Sunday, at the age of thirty-seven. Mr Loxham was connected with an old Lancashire family, and was a son-in law of the late Mr J. B. Murless. He was formerly a partner in the firm of Messrs Murless and Loxham, but of late took no part in the business. For some time his health has been precarious, but he spiritedly strove against his weakness. Indeed, there is little doubt that this quality led to his death, for as a member of the Fire Brigade he attended a recent fire at which he caught a cold, which developed into inflamma- tion of the long. with fatal results. Mr Loxham took much interest in athletics, and was a football 11 lEr player of no mean excellence. .LI." won a of the Wrexham team when they won the Welsh Cup for the first time. As a private citizen he was of kindly disposition, and Mrs Loxham and her family are the recipents of much sympathy. The funeral took place on Wednesday, and was largely attended. The Fire Brigade attended in uniform to do the last honors to their late devoted comrade. WREXHAM DISTRICT CHAMBER OF CO)DIERCE.- At a meeting of the Council, on the 17th inst., there were present Dr. H. V. Palin, in the chair. Mr Owen Slaney Wynne, Mr H. C. Johnson, Mr A. Renfree, Mr Bushby, Mr J. Prichard, Mr B. Owen, and Mr J. R. Kendrick, clerk.-Messrs Johnson and Renfree reported that they were in negociation with the Telephone Company for the putting up of a telephone for the use of the members of the Chamber.—The Parliamentary Committee reported that they had appointed Mr Renfrew chairman of -the Committee. They recommended the arbitration hve-laws of the Bradford Chamber of Commerce for adoption by the Council, as slightly altered by the Committee. They also recommended the Council to adopt, in substance, the rules and bylaws of London Conciliation Board. which provided for an equal representation of capital and labor, and that the Council empower the Parliamentary Committee 40 approach capital and labor, with a view of the forniation of a Conciliation Board in con- nection with the Chamber.—The Committee wece empowered to continue their investigations and to report to the next meeting.—On the motion of the Mayor, seconded by Mr B. Owen, the fol- lowing new members of the Chambers weie elected iDWinKa g hreys-?weo, Mr Frank Rooper, ??M-. J 'W Rogers, Johnstown Vion Colliery Co? Der Mr W?. Butler; and Mr K. S. Laurie, ?i?rWrMbam.-The following member of SeCh?b?re ?ed additional members of the Council :-Messrs C. K. ?Bon_? A.  H. Simms, G. E. Woodford, K. S. Laurie, W. H, Fletcher, James Williams, North and South Wales Bank; McGuSe, Lager Beer Co., Mdbtev.M, Cobdes Mill. THE NOBLE BROTHER. "—Wo can warmly commend this play, which is now being acted at St. James's Hall. The Company is very good, and the play is a very powerful one. Those readers who like a good thing ought to see it. THE LATE Miss J ONRs.-Many readers will learn with regret of the death of Miss Emma Jones, which took place at her residence in King- street on Thursday. Miss Jones. who has been unwell for some time, took an active interest in the Sunday School of the Cheater-street Congregational Church. The funeral takes place to-day. A RUNAWAY. On Thursday afternoon, a wagonette belonging to the Lager Beer Company was standing in the goods yard of the Great Western Railway Company, when the shafts broke, and startled the horse attached to it. The animal, with a portion of the shafts attached to it, ran out of the yard, past the station, and along Regent- street, Hope-street, High-street, and Charles-street, into the Beast Market, where it was stopped. A NARROW ESCAPE.—One day this week Mr H. Rowlands' chemist shop in Bridge-street, had a narrow escape from fire. In consequence of the chilly weather, orders were given for a coal fire to be made in the shop grate. This was done, and presently the shop and the adjoining hotel were filled with smoke. It was discovered that the deposit of soot in an old flue had become ignited. This was put out, and bricklayers have prevented any further risk from the same cause. ACCIDENT TO SIR W. WILLIAMS WYXN, BART. —An accident, which might have been attended with very serious consequences, happened to Sir Watkin and his party on their return home from the Agricultural Show at Wrexham, on Friday. It appears that bir Watkin, who was driving a wagonette and pair, when near the waterworks on the Ruabon-road overtook two of his own cartp, which were returning home with some live stock from the show. In order to pass them, it was necessary to get on to the tram rails. Owing to their very bad state, the wheels of his conveyance were unable to mount them, such was the strain, and without a moment's warning the spjkes of the off hind wheel were broken clean off at the nave and the carriage fell to the ground. Sir Watkin was thrown out with one rein in his hand, and was being dragged. Lady Wynn with great presence of mind seized the other and stopped the horses. No one, fortunately, was hurt, -but the ladies in the carriage were very much frightened. Assistance was soon at hand. Lady Wynn and some of her friends were driven home by Mr Hughes, of Fennant. The wonder is that more accidents do not occur, as the tram road is in a most dangerous state, the rails, in many places, being two inches above the road level. NORTH WALES AND BORDER COUNTIES BAPTIST PRAYER UNION.—Meetings in connection with this Union took place at Grosvenor Park Chapel, Chester, on Tuesday. The Rev. Dr. Gethin Davies, of Llangollen, presided throughout the day. The proceedings commenced with a business meeting. It was agreed to meet at Llangollen for the next Conference on November 24th. A fraternal message was wired to the Baptist Ministers' Prayer Union which was meeting in London the same day. Later on a reply was received heartily reciprocat- ing the cordial greetings. The Rev. P. A Hudgell tendered his resignation as secretary, which was regretfully accepted, and the Rev. D. Davies, of Buckley, was appointed his successor. At the Prayer and Praise Conference which followed, a most able and lucid paper was read by the Rev. A. J. Parry, of Ce:n Mawr, on What carries convic- tion in our preaching." Tea, kindly provided by Rev. J. B. Morgau and his people, was partaken of by a goodly company. At night a public meeting was held, when addresses were delivered by the Revs. W. Maurice, of Shrewsbury, on Prayer iu Praying," W. Hughes, of Crewe, on "Sincerity in Worship," and P. A. Hudgell, of Wrexham, on "Zeal in the Individual." At the close of the meeting Mr Lemuel Jones, of Whitchurch, was baptized by Dr. Davies. THE FUGITIVE. "-Las'f.- week we were able to speak in terms of high praise of Messrs. Gilbert and Foster's Company, which played this drama in St. James's Hall. On Friday evening the Band of the Denbighshire Hussars, under Mr C. A Stephenson, fresh from its victory at Holywell Eisteddfod, performed selections, which afforded much delight to the audience. Mr James Griffiths, a member of the band, gave a cornet solo, with which he won at the same Eisteddfol. At the conclusion of the third act Mr Lewis Gilbert came in front and thanked the audience for their attendance, and the baud for their service, both honors of which he felt proud. It was a pleasure to him to appear before a house composed of fellow-townsmen, for he was happy to say he was a Wrexhamite, although fourteen years had elapsed since he was connected with the town. Under the name of Gilbert, a nom de theatre, many of his most intimate friends did not know him, but they would remember him well when he told them that his father, who was resident in the town for five-and-twenty years, was Dardert. (Applause.) He trusted to renew the intimacy which his visit had revived, and that at no distant time. Mr Gilbert, who has much dramatic ability, was educated at Grove Park School. His Company ended its stay on Saturday night. THE CAMELOT GuILD.-The Rev. M. O. Evans preached a special Guild sermon on Sunday night. His subject was A Good Sky," and he took as his text the 21st to the 23rd verses of the 37th chapter of Job. The sermon formed one of a series, entitled Notes from Nature," which Mr Evans delivers on alternate Sundays. The preacher remarked that the love of Nature in and for herself is a modern thing, and has become a popular cult only within the last century or so. The old masters used to paint figures, not land- scapes. Job's poet was about the earliest to have any profound sense of the moral meaning of Nature. Elijah's speech was a remarkable illustra- tion of the suggestiveness of Nature. He speaks of the power and providence of God, as made known in the wonders of the sky. As Elijah pursues his argument, there are indications in the heavens of a gathering storm, and as it sweeps across the sky, he calls on Job to consider the wondrous works of God. Then came a series of landscapes or sky-effects, descrip- tive of some marvellous and beautiful atmospheric changes, a snowstorm, war clouds, vapours, &c. As the light is bright in the skies when the wind hath passed and cleansed them, and as after the storm the golden sun emerges once more into view, so when the afflictions of life are over it shall be well with the righteous, and the beauty and power of God's working will then appear. The glory of the May is ore, and the glorv of November is another. Perfect April mornings, veiy delicious Indian summer, all gold by day and all silver by night;" Arctic gloom, Canadian blizzards, Italian sky-all work together, sounding forth Jehovah's praise. The sky, with all its shifting, changing scenes, was suggestive to the young Arabian poet preacher of the mystery, power, and goodness of God's working. Touch- ing the Almighty, we cannot find him out," for God is most manifest and yet most hidden. He is excellent in power, and in judgment "—that is, in administrative wisdom, and in plenty of justice." It is power making for righteousness. He will not afflict willingly. Affliction is never an end, but a means of discipline and instruction, for too much sunshine makes the desert.