Wrexham and Denbighshire Advertiser and Cheshire Shropshire and North Wales Register

DISTKLOT NEWS. I MOLD. -1 FOBTNIGHTXT 34;4. Notwithstanding the in clemency of the weather, Mr J. E. Davies had a very successful sale on Wednesday. For fat stock of all kind,; there was a. gt)(,d demand at full recent rates, but other kinds, as might be expected, were not so brisk. THE INFLUENZA.—We are glad to report that the epidemic has not been spreading this last week. We have heard of no fresh attacks, while those who were down are getting slowly better. This faet will, we trust. briiii! s:line relief to a-class of people who are now the objects of much and deserved public sym- pathy-lh medical gentlemen, who have been run off their legs, and who have had no rest either night or day. THE IIICUNBENCT.—It is not known yet wno is to be the new vicar, but now t}¡:¡r; the bishop is recover- ing from his recent attack of severe iMness, it is ex- pected thai the successor to the Rev. Thomas Jones will be known in a few daye. So far, there is less interpot manifested in the event t an we anticipated. The Vicar left temporarily fordalanfyllin on Friday, where he tificiates on Sunday. He returns early next week, and we understand the whole family go on Tuesday next. The date for the presentation of the testimonial has not yet been fued. TOMMI tBciUiS.—This celebrated diver gave an ex- hibition of his prowress on Saturday afternoon, when he dived from a platform foityfeet high into the Factory Pool in the presence ot about 200 spectators. We are informed-that the feat was very neatly ac- j complished, especially considering the shallowness of the water. 'The feat ttirred an admirer to imittte him, who having quite a flood inside hirr, managed to drop with hi" head into the mud, and it took some pains to dislodge him. Tommy Burns repeated his feat on Thursday afternoon in the presence of a con- s iderable crowd. SUDDEN DEAIE-—A sad case of desti,tution and death occurred near the Board School, Glanrafon, on Monday morning. A woman named Sarah Ann Royle, aged about (C4, a well- known character who tramps the country getting her living as best she might, came into the town from Holywell. She went to the house of a lame woman named Mrs Hughes where she had stayed before and Mrs Hughes very kindly let her in thougkshe knew Royle had DG money. Royle went to bed, got ep on Sunday, had something to eat and then on going to bed on Sunday night said, Thank God. I feel a little better," In the morning Mrs Hughes failed to wake her, and on persevering found she was dead. information was given to the police, and on Tuesday afternoon an inquest was held on the body before Mr W. Daviep, coroner, and a highly respectable jury, of whom Mr H. Lloyd Jones was foreman. After hearing the evidence the jury returned a verdict of Death from natural causes." DEATH OF A COUNTY OOOKCILLOR.—We regret to learn of the death of Mr H. 4Q. Carter, C.C. for the division of Wepre, which took place on Saturday evening BGinawhat unexpectedly, after a chort illness, Mr Carter spent hia early years PA sea, but for a long period he baa been a partner with Mr Coppack, as a marine store dealer at Connah's Quay, where he was much respeeted, and on the election of Mr Renny to the aldermanie chair 3 years ago, he was unanimously elected councillor of the division. He was an ardent Liberal in politic", and in active life a very fair man all round. He took a keen interest in public affair-, was one of the m,)st regular attendanti at the meet. ing* of the Council and of the committees of which he was a member. He took also a keen interest in parochial affairs generally, being a model citizen in every way, and very generally respected all along the river side, where he was well known. He was buried on Wednesday. THE WEATHER up to Thursday afternoon continues without any improvement. Saturday last was one of the coldest days in living memory, and as the baro- meter was low, and the wind veering from the east southward anothe' fall was predicted. This came in the night, rendering the snow which had partially washed away as deep as ever. The roads and streets were nearly impassible, so that the places of worship CR Sunday morning were almost deserted, and. the farewell sermon of the Vicar, which it had been in- tended to be preached on Sunday morning, had to be deferred till the evening, the Vicar himself being unable to be present owing to his recent attack of illness, and the inclemency of the weather coupled. The streets on Monday and Tuesday were uncommonly "sloppy," the authorities being apparently unable to cope with the difficulty but the footpaths were tolerably clear by Wednesday, and owing to a slight thaw the snow slowly disappeared. But the hulk of it ia still left, and the sharp frost of Wednesday night tended to make it palpable. The very poor feel the severe pinch of the weather most keenly. COEDPOETH AND MINERA. I SKOWSTOBU.—On Sunday, throughout the day, a heavy snowstorm prevailed here, covering before night the previous fall to the depth of about nine inches. Dritts of tremendous Bizes obstructed the roada everywhere. At Bwlchgwyn, on the cross roads, in several places there was a depth of six or seven feet, and the only path accessible lay along the walls. The churches and chapels were much less attended, but not to such an extent as was expected. CHRISTMAS TRJlE-A Christmas tree had been arranged to take place at the Minera Schools on Tuesday, for the distribution of Sunday school prizeia, but owing to the weather it has been postponed. A very large number of children are to be the recipients of. prizes for attendance, verses, collects, and hymna. The kindness and energy of the Vicar, in arranging these necessary helps to Sunday school work, are worthy of eulogy. GOSSIPS' CORNER. I If the heathen have any of the characteristics possessed by ordinary mortalia, they might devote a Ipecial hour or two ro thank Coedpoethites for their missionary nal. More especially the children. They are out with their cards in all weathers. Life is a burden to the kind-hearted. There are so many opportunities for doing good. This mission fever germ is a prize-book, which clings to those who produce Si on the oard. Here the Nonconformists are the bigot., and nut the Church as in Wrexham. Circulars appealing for funds towards a new church are distributed in every house to announce the advent of collectors. Swch an amicable branch of the Establishment as we have here ought to be universally supported. That Waterworks Company They may think it business, but the consumers don't. They are compelled to wade knee deep in snow on a Sunday like the last in quest of water. The least they could do would be to give timely warning. The Girls' and Infants' Schools of the district are closed until Monday next. WINNOWER. I HANMER. I THI LATE HON. E. F. KENTON.—The remains of the late Hon. Edward Frederick Kenyon, third son of the late Lord Kenyon, were interred in the parish churchyard on Friday. The funeral took place shortly after twelve o'clock, but for a considerable time before that hour arrived the churchyard was thronged with sympathetic villagers, while the bells of the restored church rang out a solemn knell. Soon the cortege was seen wending its way across the park from Gredington, and immediately the choir put them- selves in readiness, and as the sad procession reached the gates of the churchyard, the choir, headed by the Vicar, the Rev. Hugh Hanmer, and the Rev. W. L. Martin, Bettisfield, walked to meet the funeral procession. Returning to the church the first portions of the service were read by the Vicar, and as the procession entered the church Mr A. Crewe played ''Oh for the wings of a dove," on the harmonium. The cofifn, which was of polished oak with brass mourttingp, and was covered with a number of beautiful' wreaths, was wheeled into the aisle. The principal mourners were the Hon. G. T. Kenyon, M.P. and Mrs Kenyor, the Hon. Georgina and Henrietta Kenyon, the Rev. the Hon. W. T. Kenyon and Mrs Kenyon, Lord Kenyon, Mr Robert Lloyd Kenyon, of Pradoe, and Mr Trevor G Bos- cawen, the agent of the Gredington estates, and there were also a large number of the tenantry present. The service was opened with the singing of Now the labourer's task is o'er," after which the 39th Pialm was chanted. The Rev. W. L. Martin read the lesson, which was taken from I. Corinthians xv., 20, But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the first fruits of them that Blept." At the close of the service, the hymn "Jesus lives-no longer now," was sung, and as the mourners and congregation slowly left the church Mr Crewe played the Dead March from Saul. The burial took place in the vault situated in the north-east corner of the churchyard, where his father and mother and elder brother were interred, and here the remainder of the service was read by the Rev. Hugh Hanmer. Amongst thosewho sent wreaths were:—Lord Kenyon, "His Niece, S M. Capt. and Mrs Kenyon Mitford, Mr C. Lloyd Mitford, Mrs Mitford, Mr and Mrs Wm. Hardy, Mr Derwent Arkwright, "Uncle Edward and Katie," Servants at the Geili, Mr and Mra John de Gray, Lady Hat riot Ward, the Hon. Mrs Bulkeley-O wen, &e. I &c. The wreaths showed that agreat amount of taste had been evinced in their selection, and were com- posed of arums, eucharis lilies, lilies of the valley, white hyacinth", winter rose, white tulips, white primulas, &c., with a background of maidenhair fern. The passage to the vault was covered Trith evergreens, dotted with white flowers The inscription on the coffin plate WILR-" The Hon. Edward Frederick Kenyon. Born 27th August, 1842. died 11th January, 1892." The Rev. T. M. and the Hon. Mrs Bulkeley- Owen were prevented from attending by illness. I SHREWSBURY. I As ELOPIMENT. — The facts connected with a singular elopement were disclosed at the Police Court on Tuesday. George Beckett, aged 21, was brought up in custody, charged with stealing a watch chain, 21 in gold, and certain articles of clothing, the property of his master, Thomas Aucklev, bailiff, Grinshill, Salop. The prosecutor alleged that on December 24th the prisoner absconded, and the police sub- sequently discovered that he had elop-d with prose- cutor's wife. The couple were traced to Crewe, but a fortnight elapsed before the prisoner was arrested. He was remanded. ROSSETT. I COUNTY COUNCIL ELBCTION.-On Friday evening a meeting was held in the National School-room, when a deputation was appointed to wait upon Captain Griffith-Boscawen to ask that gentleman to contest I the seat again for the Burton Division. Mr George Cromar is the selected Liberal candidate. JBRYMBO AND BROUGHTON. I THB INSTITUTE.—A machine construction, cloAG has been organised in connection with the Workingmen's .Institute, the teacher of which is Mr John Jones, draughtsman at the Brymbo Steel Company's offices. The class was well attended by the mechanics of the surrounding works. THE LATE MB JOHN GRIFFITHS—On Tuesday, under' the new burial law, the remains of Mr John Priffiths were interred in St. Mary's Churchyard, the Rev. E. K. Jones, J. Davies, of Birkenhead E. Evans, of Amlwch and J. C. Rees, of Coedpoeth, officiating. A short service was conducted in the Tabernacle. On the same day Mr and Mrs Griffith-i were confined ti their rooms, the latt r died on January 9th and the former on January 14th. Mr Griffiths was a member of one of the oldest tfamuies in Brymbo. .1-- -11. SUDDEN DEATH AT BRyMBO.-Un RRUIAY tnu.t. an inquest touching the death of Edward Matthias, an Army pensioner, was held at the Queer. IlIn, Brymbo. before Mr Bevis H. Thelwall, coroner, with a jury, Mr Fred. Hutchinson being the foreman. Margaret Matthias, sister-in-law, wife of Thomas Matthias, collier, Halcog, said the deceased resided with them for several years, and was about 64 years of age next May. He had been discharged from the Madras 1st European Regiment in 18S2, at that time stationed in India. The deceased complained of not feelinc the same aq usual. He retireri and appeared to be all right. Next day witness went up to him, and inquired if he would take a cup of tea. Upon her arrival at the bedroom with the tea, a peculiar change was noticed in his countenance, and she immediatsly ran down stairs, and called some of the neighbours, who immediately administered to his wants, They sent for the doctor, and Mr Head, assistant to Dr. Orighton, arrived too late, the deceased being dead 45 minutes. He also refuqed to give a certificate of death.Mrs PURH, widow, Halcog, residing next door to the previous witness, had known deceased for about 28 years. On Tuesday she heard some screaming as if in terror, and immediately rushed into her neigh- bour's house, and from the inarticulate sounds and signs from her went upstairs to deceased, whom she found in a fit. She gave him a drink, but he did not appear to recover, and in a short time expired. The deceased suffered from a certain kind of fits which affected him at the time of new moon, and was with the exception of those periods, hale and hearty. The pension being small was supplemented by several odd jobs, such as ringing the church bells and other various odds and ends in the village.—The jury re- turned a verdict Death from natural causes." ANOTHER SUDDBN DrAtEl AT BRYMBO.—Another sudden death is recorded in the above district which has thrown a gloom] over the locality. The inquest on the body of the deceased, Amelia Shone, of the Lodge, Brymbo, was held at the Mount Hotel, on Wednesday, before Mr B. H. Thelwall, the county coroner, and a jury with Mr G. Frederick Harrison An foreman. The first witness ealled was Mary Ellen Shone, daughter of the deceased, who stated that on Sunday evening the deceased, her uncle (Joseph Shone). Mrs Shone (her grandmother), and witness had supper together about tan o'clock, which con- sisted of a cup of tea. bread and butter, and a little mutton. The deceased ate her supper heartily, and appeared in good health. Since her return from service deceased had frequently complained of feeling unwell. The deceased occupied a room by herself. In the morning witness had prepared breakfast", and about 8 40 called the remainder of the family from the bottom of the staircase. Not receiving any reply from the deceased, witness proceeded upstairs, and again called at the bedroom door. Still no reply was given. Just as she entered the bedroom her uncle appeared on the scene, and they went in the bedroom and found her lying in bed to all appearances dead. She immediately left the room and was overcome. Deceased had not to her knowledge taken any medicine since her return.—Joseph Shone, sinker, employed at the Westminster Collierios, said the de. ceased was his sister, and was 52 years of age, and a single woman. He was at the bedroom door just at the same time as his niece. He found deceased in bed, lying on her back, with the clothes in apparent order. One hand lay by her side, the other hung over the side of the bed. He felt the one that was out, and it was quite cold. The deceased had been in service for some time, and at his request come home to tike charge of his mother, who was 83 years of age, and was not in good health. Deceased had at times complaintd of severe pains in her aide, extending from the chest up to the side of her head, and did not go to the doctor, although he asked her. Some eight months ago deceased was examined by Dr. Crighton, who said she was troubled with heait disease. Upon her return to Manchester another doctor totally de. nied thi', which fact she communicated t > her nied thi-, 'I!Iie jury returned a verdict of Death from natural cauaes." BRYMBO CO-OPERATIVE SOCIETY. I The eighth general meeting was held at the Brymbo Institute on Friday evening. The meeting was pre- sided over by Mr John Thomas, president of the Society, and amongst those present were :—Messrs. C. Jones, Store House; Thomas Rogers, Furnace Inn Thomas Charles, E. B. Astley, J no. Tinley, J. S. Wynne, Meredith William", Samuel Jones, W. H. Wright, A. Andrew, J no. Fisher, Wm, Rogers, Wern; Bullas, the Mount, and S. C. Hughes, secretary.—In proposing the adoption of the com- mittee's report, the President said the Society WM improving wonderfully in its trade, and the committee dT.Perro,v,ia the hearty thanks of the mambers. The sales had nearly doubled, and it ought to be every member's and non-member's interest to double and increase the Bales of the store. There was yet a large field open for co-operative work in the district, and if they put their shoulder to the wheel all would proceed easily. The balance sheet had Borne" black spots" which were not commendable, but upon the members hearing the committee's version of it, they would no doubt be satisfied.—Mr Thomas Rogers seconded the motion, which was unanimously carried.—MrAzariah Andrew, referring to the assets of the Society, re- marked upon the large increase of the riebt. whieh he presumed was one of the black st)ote "-mentioned by the President.—The Secretary, in reply, said that owing to the pay day at Plaspower Colliery falling after their quarter day. it caused several members, to the number of eighty, to be unable to clear their fort- nightly credit, or the current debts, hence the reagon for the addition to the debts, but the secretary added that the major portion, if in fact the whole of the debt, had now been paid.—Mr W. H. Wright moved "That the dividend due to members who owe for good3 be transferred to tleir trade account," and said the members were aware of the insufficiency of their capital to carry on the Society as they would wish to do. In moving this proposition it might be said the Society did not carry out its idea of co-operation, -z,, in the division of pnfits; but they mUllt consider that the Society also encouraged thrift by acting as a savings bank, and what was more desirable to mem- bers who had a balance at the Stores against them, than to leave the dividend to the credit of their account.—Mr Andrew supported the resolution, which was carried without dissent.—Mr Thomas Charles proposed That at least one-half of the dividend due to other members be transferred to their capital account." They were aware that at the last general meeting the committee recommended the members to deposit their dividend to their capital account, but they were sorry the recommendation was not readily responded to by some of the members. They were well aware of the progress of the Society, which of late progressed by leaps and bounds. Still their sales amounted for the quarter to nearly E2,000, and they had only a capital of £650. If they had a larger pro. portion of capital they would be able to place before the members perhaps more advantageous bargains, which would materially increase their sales and dividend. In 1884 the amount of sales waaR400 9s 51, with a capital of about JE532. In Jane, 1885. the sales were £260, with a capital of £ 597. In June, 1888, sales were £649, and capital account E593 1916 1. In June, 1890, sales were 2789, and capital 2622 12o 5d. and the last quarter sales were £ 1,761. with a capital of E650 12* 61. Therefore it would be seen the Society was in a somewhat crippled state owing to its being without sufficient capital to develop its large nd increasing trade, and it was hoped the members would respond to the committee's request) in a sub- stantial manner.—Mr Meredith Wi!liams supported the resolution, which was passed nem. con.-The nominations for the office of president were Messrs John Thomas and James Jones, Frood. Mr Thomas was eventually re-elected with a substantial majority. Mr Thomas Rogers was re-elected treasurer with an increase of salary. For 'the office of committeemen Messrs Thomas Charles, Joseph Shone (Lodge), Samuel Jones (Lodge), Meredith Williams, Az iriah Andrew, and Hugh Hopwood ,were nominated. The balloting resulted as follows :-Thomas Charles, 19 Azariah Andrew, 17 Samuel Jones, 16; Meredith Williams, 15 Hugh Hopwood, 8; Joseph Shone, 8 Samuel Matthias, 5. The first four were duly elected. —A vote of thanks was proposed by Mr Astley to the chairman, which was heartily carried. ST ASAPH. HIGHWAY BOARD.-The usual meeting of this Board was held on Saturday, under the presidency of Sir Wm. Grenville Williams.—The Clerk (Mr Charles Grimsley) reported that at present they had only P-9 in the bank, but next week;P499 would be due in calls. Owing to the Surveyor not having enough money in the bank, he (the clerk) had put in a guarantee of 225.-Tiie Chairman said he thought it would be all right-, as their credit was good. (Laughter.)-A letter was read from Mr W. H. D. Pochin, of Prestatyn, with reference to his proposal to supply Prestatyn with gas, and applying for authority to lay pipes along the highroad.—The Chairman said he had carefully perused the letter in question, and he was pure the Board would be only, too pleased to do anything they could to assist M Pochin in his very praiseworthy effort to supply Prestatyn with gas. It would be a splendid thing for that village, and would undoubtedly be the meanCJ of further increasing the populat:on and value of the land. The only 1-art that Board would play in the matter was that they would have to give authority to Mr Pochin ts lay his pipes along the road, and at the same time there was also a provision that whatever damage was done to the road he was responsible, and wou:d have to make it good.—Mr Jones, Lower Shop, asked if the Board had any power in the mat- ter.—The Chairman replied that they had nothing further than to allow the pipes to be placed under- ground, and as long as no harm was done the Board could net object.—On the motion of Dr. Easterby, seconded by Mr Davies, the application was granted. —A letter was read from the Rhyl postmaster, in re- ply to the Board's third application for the rent of telegraph poles, stating that he had submitted the same to London.—The Chairman said the best plan would be for the Clerk to communicate with the sur- veyor at Shrewsbury, which was the bead office for this district, and if they could not get their rent from that office they would have to writs to London.—Mr Wm. Bell asked whether the Liverpool Dock Board had anything to do with it.—The Clerk said nothing that he was aware of. The amount was only 23 51, and probably there were difficulties In the way that they were not aware of.-It was decided to make further application. PENYFFORDD. I A DISGRCAEFUL FOOTPATH.—Complaints are made about the condition of the footpath from the Lower Mount to the Vownog chapel. It is almost impassable, and children on their way to and from school find great I difficulty in proceeding. Whose business is it to see this path is kept in order ? DENBIGH. I BI-MONTHLY COUNTY COURT, TUESDAY.— Before Sir Horatio Lloyd, Judge. SOLICITOR V. SOLICITOR. I Mr Symons Jones, solicitor, Liverpool, applied through a barrister to the court to allow High Court fees in a case against Mr Alun Lloyd, solicitor, for rent of offices held by him under John Knowles, deceased. Counsel said the coats were incurred in an action against Mr LloYtl in the High Court of Justice, and it was the rent of offices in Denbigh. The defendant had filed a confeiision, saying there was an agreement between him and John Kuowles that the tftxes ahuulè be deducted from the rent. He had a conference with his client, and after advising on the brief being handed into hia office that a summons should he taken out, he received the te!egram of confession from the defendant which should have been sent five clear days from the holding of the court; that was only four days. He therefore applied for High Court feets- the confession should never have been made against a dead man-and also costs for the recovery of docu- ments, the whole amounting from the original of .£20, two years' rent, to £41.. Mr Alun Lloyd: The action was brought for the recovery of two years' rent. The reason the money had not been paid was that there was 22 10 to be allowed. John Knowles towards the end of his life was not of strong mind, and immediately upon his death the plaintiff Knowles, a brother, with much energy <tried to rush the case through the High Court on a claim of 222 10s, and so anxious was the solicitor, Mr Jones, to get the money that it was forgotten he should be written to. He had trial to net the matter settled several times rather than have his name in the court, but although he did not wish to say any- thing abut a dead man, he had come to Denbigh several times to see John Knowles, but he was not in a fit state to be seen or was suffering arom delirium tremens. The case had been brought on in Liverpool, and those people had run up R22 to 241. The plain- tiff did not live in Liverpool, and he was certain the case could have been heard in that court and the ex- pense avoided. Why should they have increased the costs in that manner? He urged that ordinary court fees should be allowed only. The Judge Raid the summons should have been issued from that Court, and it was his opinion it was not a case for the High Court. If he could not deal with a case like that, he had better retire. Ordinary County Court fees allowed. Mr Lloyd I thank you, your lordship, and I shall most certainly report Mr Symon (late Jones) to the Incorporated Law Society. I have nothing to say against the barrister, but I will make it warm for Symons, JONES (BODLONFA) V. E. OWEN. I This was an action brought by the Misses Jones. Bodlonfa, for the recovery d 23110, 41, being interest and loan made by the late John Jones, their father, to Edward Owen and Powel Jones, of linyl. Mr R. H. Roberts appeared for the plaintiffi. The signature on the promissory note was pruved, and the judge adowed the amount, with costs. THE CORPORATION V. MRS ADAMS. I This case was adjourned from the previous Court. The Corporation of Denbigh sued Mrs Adams, Foresters' Arms, for 29 41 6j, the costs incurred by the Authority in abating a nuisance in some cottages of the defendant's in the Fron. Mr Francis appeared for the Corporation, and Mr Wallace Davies for the defendant. The expense was incurred by the nuisance inspector in carrying out an order of the Sauitary Authority in renovating some water closets. The defence set up was that it was an unnecessary outlay inasmuch as the inspector had taken upon himself further and other improvements than those he was ordered by the Authority, and the nuisance com- plained of could not have been previously in existence, or that officer would not have allowed it to remain from October to June, without carrying into effect the Corporation's orders. Mr Francis admitted that their ofifcer had been two iadulgent, but the work had been done. Judgment for the plaintiffs, with coats. CHOKING A COUNTY COURT BAILIFF. I Joseph Roberts, sheriff's officer, and John Jones, his man, sued Mrs Adams, Vale-street, for damages for an assault. Mr Wallace Davies appeared for the defendant. Sergt. Jarvis said he went to the defendant's house about twelve at night, the plaintiff Roberts having informed him that Mra Adams was assaulting the man in possession. On going to the front door they received no reply, and Mr Roberts and wituess then went to the back, and burst the door open. Imme- diately they got inside Mrs Adams caught Roberts by the throat and tried to choke him. Witness separated them, and Mrs Adams behaved very madly. Mrs Adams brandished a poker about Roberts's head. John Jones said soon aftir he went to the house Mrs Adams closed th* door, blew out the light, and commenced to thraali him with his stiak, he being a cripple. Mrs Adams, in reply to Joseph Roberts as to whether she was sober on that night, said I defy you or all the geutlemen in Denbigh to say I was sober, (Laughter.) Judgment for plaintiffs, 40s and cosUr. THOSE WHO GIVE THE ORDER TO fAT. I David Jones, blacksmith, near Caerwys, bued John Evanp, Henllar, for 23 141 61, being the value oj work done on a traction engine. Mr Alun Lloyd appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr Evans, for the defendant. Jones said Evans came into his yard soon after the engine arrived, and ordered him to put the engine in proper working order. He did so and sent him a bill of particulars for that and the mending of a threshing machine at the same time. The bill for the machine was paid for. There was no name on the engine and nothing was said about it being another person's property. Sarah Jones, who was in the yard at the time the conversation took place, corroborated her husband's evidence. The defendant raised the contention that more repair than was ordered was executed, and that the engine was not his,the threshing machine was, and for the repair of which he had paid. The Judge said he must hold the defendant responsible inasmuch as he bad given the order. OPENING THE TECHNICAL SCHOOL. I On Friday evening the ceremony of opening the new technical school took place before a large attend. ance. Councillor Howel Gee presided, and the pro- ceedings took place in the large room of the excellent and well adapted suite, recently vacated by the County Ciub, over the North and South Wales Bank, Chapel- street. The Chairman explained how it was proposed to carry on the school, saying there would be classes for shorthand, drawing, carving, and physiography, and he hoped the young folk would take advantage of the classes for the study of those subject'. (Applause.) Mr C. Cottom, the hon. secretary, gave a detailed account of the undertaking, and said Mr Pryce Jones, Love-lane, would teach the physiography, Mr Evans the shorthand, and Mr S. T. Roberts, National School, the drawing. The teachers for the other subjects had not been appointed. They hoped to add cookery, Venetian ironwerk, and chemistry shortly. A lecture on English Literature was afterwards delivered by Mr Lewis Jones, B.A., Bangor College. Several young men and ladies joined the classes. I MIDNIGHT CANDLE BURGLARY. I Isaac Jones, foreman soda water manufacturer at Messrs Roberts Brotherp, was brought up in custody, on Saturday, before Alderman E. T. Jones, charged by Sergt. Jarvis with stealing from the candle manu- factory of Mr Boaz Jones a quantity of candles. Mr Robert Jones was attracted to the works by the loud barking of the dogs, and when he arrived there he found the prisoner fast by the arm on the spikes of the gate. He released him, and let him go home. He found on searching the yard seven bundles of candles near the gate. In the meantime Sergt. Jarvis obtained information from another source, and pro. ceeding to the prisoner's house was informed he was out. Going to the Coppy farrpyard. he found the prisoner asleep in the loft, his arm bleeding profusely. The sergeant bandaged the wound, and took the prisoner, who was slightly under the influence of drink, to the lockup. Prisoner was remanded, and allowed out on bail for 240. There were several other packages of candles found at prisoner's workshop. MEETING OF THE TOWN COUNCIL. As already stated elsewhere, a meeting of the Council was held on Tuesday, the Mayor presiding. THE FUTURE .ILLUMINATION OF THE TOWN. The Town Clerk read a resolution from a meeting of gas consumers, praying the Council to take over the lighting of the town by gas or other means. The Mayor said he had no doubt they had seen pub. lished his views on the matter. He thought it a most important thing that they should take over con- cerns which added to the Corporation revenue. They had nothing brining in money towards the expendi- ture of the borough, and he thought they could get a better quality of itas and a more copious supply of water it the systems belonged to the ratepayers. If they went into the internal arrangements of the Gas Company, the Corporation could certainly supply a much better quality of gas at a much cheaper rate. The receipts of the Gas Company amounted annually to 21,800, and of that a litt'e more than E600 was expended for management, and he was sure that if a better quality of gas were supplied, a great many more consumers would be the result. (Hear, hear.) There was a very strong desire in the town that the Corporation should consider the question. There were seven directors of the Company who received 21 Is for each meeting they attended, so that £84 a year was spent on managing a foreman who managed two men. (Laughter.) Mr R. H. Roberts thought they could not discuss the matter without some estimate of the probable out- lay and the income to be derived. He believerl the greater question was the supply of water for the town. (Hear, hear.) The Mayor said the Water Company had an Act of Parliament, and would be a very different concern to deal with. In purchasing the Gas Woiks they would be ruled by the probable cost of erecting new works and allow for the wear and tear of their works, and they should apply for a Gas Company's report. Mr Boaz Jones proposed that the Council make application for a report from the Gas Company. The Town Clerk said, as one of the directors, he could say a report would be given to the Council on application, but the directors did not feel inclined to give one to the meeting-- Mr Hughes: Of consumers. Mr Howel Gee thought they should look more after the health of the ratepayers than their comfort. The quality of gas was important, but the quality and supply of the water for the town was of vital import- ance. The Gas Company had given no intimation that they desired to part with their property. The present was an inopportune moment for purchasing, because it was in the transitionary stage between gas and the electric light. Denbigh was well situated for lighting by electricity. It was resolved that the Mayor, on receipt of the Gas Company's report, should draw up a report of the probable outlay and income accruing from the taking over of the lighting of the borough. THE ERECTION OF A SMITHFIELD. I The Mayor said the next item on the agenda was "to consider the advisability or otherwise of proceed- ing with the erection of a smithfield." The Council was aware that the Local Government Board com- pelled them to proceed with the work, or otherwise in August next, and he thought they would do well to consider the matter at an early date; and it was for them to say whether, between that and a special meeting, they would have a house-to-house canvass or a public meeting of the ratepayers. Mr Griffiths thought a special meeting of the Council would be advisable, when the question could be discussed. It was resolved that the Town Clerk should supply an epitome of the cost, and the correspondence with the L Ical Government Board, by that day fortnight. OFFICES FOR THE TREASURBR. I It was resolved on the motion of Mr R. H. Roberts I that the Council should pay 27 10s yearly for an I office for Mr Ellis Williams, the borough treasurer. HIGHGATE IMPROVEMENT, AN OBSTRUCTION. I The Surveyor reported that Mr Parry Cooper, Love Lane, was unwilling to permit the contract, or for the Love Lane improvement to face the rock upon which his house stood, and which projected on the walk. Mr Humphreys Roberts proposed that the question be referred to the Highway Committee for considera- tion, and he believed that it would be much better to put the walk on the Conservative Club side of the street; it would than be a continuation of the walk. u TEN COUNCIL NOT TO BE DICTATED TO. L I Mr raimer as secretary of the reading room, wrote that the committe were willing the Council should move a projecting step rail and wall by the rounding of the corner,'which was dangerous to the public now that the new walk was made, provided the Councii would do it to their satisfaction and at the corpora- tions txpensa. Mr Roberts Don't mind the committee, if it lis dangerous to the public they must be called upon to remove it. I have no objection to the Council doing it to our surveyor'* satisfaction. Carried. WATERLOO HOUSE INSPECTION. The Town Clerk reported that Mr Hartley of Liver- pool, had made a thorough inspection of the Crown Hotel gable wall, and his report was before the special committee for consideration. A NEW MARKET INSPECTOR REQUIRED. Mr Boaz Jones called attention to the shameful condition of the market, and said it was high time something was done to keep the market cleaner, and get a market keeper. Referred to committee. THE VALS STREET" SHOCKER," The Town Clerk read letters from several rate- payers, including Col. R. LI. Williams, complaining of an unbearable and most offensive smell caused by the ensilage kept by Dr. Hughes for his cattle. Mr Howel Gee thought if the smell was created on the property of poor people it would very soon be seen to. It was said the smell was healthy, whether that was so or not it was most offensive. and a stranger en- tering the town would come to the conclusion that the town was not kept in a proper sanitary con- dition. The Mayor It is impossible for some gentlemen to retain their breakfasts owing to the smell. (Laugh- ter.) Mr Boaz Jones proposed that the bsnitary Authority wait upon Dr. Hughes, and request him to abate the nuisance. Mr R. H. Roberts said they tried Dr. Hughes every possible way, and it was worse this year than lapt. He did not see why they should deal with it differently than in Henllan-street. On the 'motion of Mr Hughes. seconded by Mr Andrews, it was resolved to serve official notice, and if it was not complied with in seven days proceedings would be taken before the magistrates. The letters of Mr Williams, weaver to the Queen, Henllan-street, and Dr. Hughes as to a nuis- ance prevailing on his neighbour's premises, which it was said, had caused sickness in his family, were laid on the table. PLANS OF NEW BUILDINGS. The plans of a new dwelling-house to be erected on the top uf Park-street by Mr Davies, cabintt maker, were approved of. MEMORIAL SERVICE. On Wednesday afternoon, whilst the church bell solemnly tolled, the Mayor (Capt. T. A. Wynne Edwards), supported by the members of the Council and magistrates of the borough, attended divine service at S.. Mary's Church. A procession was formed at the Town Hall, in which were Aldermen E. T. Jones and T. J. Williams, Councillors R. H. Roberts, C.C., Boaz Jones, C.C., W. Keepfer, J. T. Hughee, Robert Owt.i, E. Andrews, and J. Davies the Town Clerk (Mr J. Parry Jones); and the follow- ing magistrates :-Dr. A. E. Turnour, Mr R. C. B. Clough, Col. R. Lloyd Williams, Dr. J. Lloyd Roberts Mr Roderick Lloyd Robelt (deputy registrar), &c. and the general public. The service at the church was most impressive, and whilst the organ played a solemn voluntary the procession filed into the pews, and hymn No. 432 commenced the service. The Rev. E. J. Davies read Samuel xii-, 18-23. Then the choir chanted Psalm xxxix. Prayers were read by the Rector (the Rev. J. Morgan), and Miss Bradwyn sang with much pathos and sweetness, "Rest in the Lord." The Rector then pronounced the Benediction, and the organ, at which Mr S. T. Roberts presided, played, whilst the 1-,trge congrega- tion stood, the Doad March in Saul. The Mayor wore his chain of office, and the C 'rporation regalia was carried by two officers of the borough. CEFN AND RHOSYMEDRE. THE Rev. D. Stephens, enrate, is shortly leaving the parish for a curacy at Colwyn Bay. His successor is the Rev. Eilis Roberts, son of Canon Ellis Roberts, rector of Llangwm. INCREASED POSTAL FACILITrES.-Through the exertions of Mr Jones, the postmaster at Ruabon, a pillar post has been placed atPentre, Newbridge, and at Stryt-y-Dinap, both of which are much appreciated. CO-OPEELATIVIC MOVEMENT.-This movement is mak. ing satisfactory progress. There are upwards of 80 members, of whom a deputation will be appointed to wait upon Sir Watkin W. Wynn with a view of securing land for building. SEVERE WEATHER.-Most severe weather has pre. vaile(I in this populous district. All outdoOT work in the Quarries and other similar industries are at a standstill. Should the severe weather continue it is feared that many of those unemployed having large families will be in want. There is a good deal of sicknees in the district, in some cases there are whole families laid up with the influenza. SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNIVERSARY.—The anniversary service in connection with the Welsh Wesleyan Sunday Schools of the Cefn Mawr circuit took place on Sunday at Gorphwysfa. The morning meeting was taken up entirely with questions by the Rev. J. Pierce on the first chapter of John. In the afternoon a senior sec- tion of the school was interrogated in John Wiliiams' book on the Gospel. In the evening meeting speeches were delivered by Mr Davies, Stryt Iqsa, and Mr Henry Parry, Cefn, and the choir rendered several anthems but the prevailing sickness caused many changes in the meetings, several of those who were to take part being absent. This also accounted for the attendance being smaller than usual. ST. JOHN'S CHURCH, RHOSIMEDRE.—A Band of Hope meeting was held in the Schoolroom on Tues- day evening, under the presidency of Mrs Thomas, the Vicarage. In spite of the severity of the weather, and the great prevalence of influenza in the parish, a very large and appreciative audience was present. Mrs Thomas met with a most enthusiastic reception, and her interesting speech was listened to with atten- tion. The following programme was effectively rendered :-Song, "Puff," Master C. Ernest Jones; recitation, Work and Rest," Miss Florrit3 Griffiths; dialogue, Miss Edith Machin and E. J. Kenyon song, "All's for the best," Master J. W. Collt;1; recitation, The delusion of Drink," Master Percy Borrill; song, Those Evening Bells," Miss Alice Stephens; recitation, "The Dram-seller," Master T. Price selection, Home, Sweet Home." &c., St. John's Handbell Ringers (encored) dialogue, Two Little Mothers," Miss Louie Evans and Bertha Arthur song, Robin," Master I. H. Roberts; reading, "The Bothering Errand," Mr J. H. Jones; reading" The Old Armchair, Miss Nellie Tnomas; onz :ong and chorus, What do children do." Miss Louie Evans and party; recitation, "The Stepmother." Miss E. E. Evans song. The Children's Home," Miss Frances Owen; concerted piece, "The Temper- ance Clock," by twelve boys and girls song, "Save the Boy," Master J. C. Jones dialogue, The Green Ribbon Army," Miss Letty Edwards and party. On the motion of the Vicar, the meeting passed a vote of condolence with the Royal family in. their sad bereavement. FAREWELL MEETING AND I PRESENTATION. On Monday evening a well-attended meeting was held in the Tabernacle in connection with the depar- ture of Professor Getbin Davies, D.D., Mrs Davies, Professor Silas Morris, B.A., and the students of the Llangollen College, on their departure from the du- trict to Bangor. Alderman Coward, J.P., chairman of the Llangollen Collage Committee, presided, and in the course of his opening speech said the departure of Professor Davies would be an irreparable loss to the district. After re- viewing the useful life Dr. Davies had spent whilst amongst them, he referred to the great interest he took in the small churches, and the great exertions he had put forth on their belialf.-RL-,v. D. Davies next spoke in high terms of Dr. Davies' work in the dis- triet.-Speeclies were also delivered by Mr Henry Parry, representative of the Oswestry church, and Mr Corney, representing the Ebentzer church.—The Rev. A. J. Parry followed with a most effective speech, and presented Dr. Davies with an address in the form of an album, which included the names of the ten churches established in the district by Mr Davies.— Professor Davias, who was struggling with consider- able emotion, appropriately thanked them.—Mr Simon Jones, C.C., Wrexham, was next called to make the presentation to the students, which con- sisted of about thirty Iota of books, and Mr Williams, the senior student, replied on behalf of his fellow.-t.- This waa followed by the presentation to Professor Silas Morris, consisting of a large number of books. The presentation was made on behalf of the sub- scribers by Councillor Dodd, Llangollen- After Mr Morris had returned thanks, Mrs Kirkham Jones sang, accompanied by Miss Jones, Bronwyddfa. Mrs Corney next made a presentation of a purse of gold, on behalf of the ladies of the district, t. Mra Gethin Davies. Professor Davies, in receiving the gift, re- gretted that Mrs Davies was unable to be present owing to indisposition, and he thanked them kindly on her behalf. A must interesting meeting was brought to a close by the singing of the Duxology. HOLYWELL. I SCHOOL BOARD.—At the monthly meeting, on Tuesday, on the proposition of Mr T. A. Lambert, seconded by the Rev. Evan Williams, a vote of con- dolence was passed with the Royal Family on the death of the Duke of Clarence.—Mr Samuel Jones called attention to the fact that at the last Board Mr D. Pierce (headmaster of the Holywell Schools) accused him of having "shadowed" him, and ho af-ked whether that was a proper remark to apply to a mem- ber of the Board.-The Chairman said it was not a proper remark to make, and had it been applied to him, he should have demanded an apology.—Mr Lambert said he did notknow exactly what was meant by shadowing."—Mr Jones I believe it is an Irieh term. (Laughter.)—The Clerk said he had had a conversation with Mr Pierce, who had admitted that, smarting under certain charges made against him, which it now appeared were due to a misunderstand- ing, he did make use of words which he should not have done, and he had no doubt Mr Pierce was pre- pared to apologise to Mr Jones.-Mr Jones said he would be satisfied with that. RHOSLLANERCBRUGOG. f FOWL STEALING.—Several couples of fowls were I stolen from Ty Mawr on Wednesday nJght. THE INFLUENZA.—The influenza ha-, come this winter again, and there are many persons suffering from the sickness. A STRANGE CHARACTER.—Mr T. J. Hooson, University College, Oxford, has an exceedingly in- teresting and well written paper in the current num- ber of Cymru." The subject is RhoslIanerchrungg, and one of its strange characters, the late Rev. Ishmael Jones, Ponkey. DIORAMA AT THE PUBLIC HALL,—Mr Stanley's diorama of a grand tour round the world, was ex- hibited at the Public Hall on Tuesday and Wednes- day evenings. The inclemency of the weather told against the exhibition, and the attendance was very small, especially on Tuesday eveninc. TEMPERANCE. Unlike the Khos Temperance Society, the Ponkey United Temperance Society stems to be in a flourishing condition. Meetings are held under its auspices every month, and its members are gallantly fighting. The last meeting was held on Monday evening at the Tabernacle, or Scotch Baptists' Chapel, Mr William Williams, Aberderfyn, presiding. An address was given by Mr Robert Jones, Bank- street, recitations by Mr Henry Jones and others, and songs by parties from Mynydd Seion Chapel (led by Mr Williams, jun., Aberderfyn), from Bethel Chapel (led by Mr Thomas John Lloyd), and from Tabernacle Chapel (led by Mr Stephen Davies.) The meeting was well attended, and in every way a great success. THE VORD GRON SOCIETY.—At the meeting of the Vord Gron Society on Friday evening a highly interesting discus-ion took place upon The Diaconate Question." Mr Thomas Hughes, Lodge, opeaed the debate, and conten(led that the period of the diaconate ought to be limited to seven years. Mr William Hughes spoke warmly against the proposed change. Others who took part in the debate were Mr Mills, Mr Thomas J. Hooson, Mr William Dodd, Pentredwr, Mr Edward Edwards, Market. street, and Mr John Edwards, Johnson street. The debate had aroused so much interest that it was decided to adjourn for a week in order to give an opportunity to others that had not yet spoken. The Rev. Robert Jones presided, and there was a good attendance. THE EIGHT HOURS QUESTION.—The Eight Honrs Question was ignored entirely at the Toty meeting held at Penycae last week. Strange that it should be so in a mining constituency like East Denbighshire. At a meeting held in the Bethlebem Chapel vestry room on Saturday evening there was a two hours' debate upon this important matter. The discussion was carried on by Mr Edward Ellis. Mountain-street, in favor of, and Mr Aquila Williams againiat, an Eight Hours Bill, Mr Humphrey Jones, Hall-street, Mr William Garner, Penrhos, and Mr Isaac Smith, Bank-street, also spoke for the Bill, and Mr John Thomas and Mr Richard Jone., Church-street, against it. Mr John Williams, High-street, presided. Tne Rev. R. Roberts, who was present, made a few remarks relative to the great value of a discussion like this by those mostly concerned in the matter. DEATH OF MR JAMES.-The death is announced of Mr David James, of Hafod Cottages, on Tuesday, at Bristol. Mr James was a civil engineer, and employed by Mr H. Dennis. He was in the prime of life, of fine physique, and enjoyed robust health to within a short time of Christmas, when he had an attack of rheumatic fever. When sufficiently strong enough to travel he went to Bath, and afterwards to Bristol. He was there attacked with influenza and other complications, which proved fatal. The deceased and his wife were useful and consistent members of the Congregational Church, Johnstown. For the past two years the deceased acted as superintendent to the Sunday School. He was of a most gcnerous and kind nature, and highly esteemed by all who knew him. His demise will not only come as an irreparable loss to the church, but to the neighbourhood at large. YOUNG MEN'S SOCIETY.—A meeting of the mem- bers ot this Society was held in the National Schools, on Tuesday evening, when a debate t-)ok place on Which exercises thegreatest influence, the pulpit or the PresB." The Rev. T. Prichard, vicar, presided. After some opening remarks by the Chairman, a very able paper on the Press was read by Mr John Hughes, King's Head Inn, which was well received. Mr Wm. Evans contributed an excellent paper in de- fence of the pulpit, and Mr John Yates, Johnstown, followed with a very wall writen and interesting paper in favor of the Press. Several members tuok part in the debate which followed. After some re- marks by the Chairman, the voting was taken, and was found to be equally divided, but the pulpit eventually carried the day by the casting vote of the Chairman. HILL-STREET MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.— Should every man be trained a soldier was the topic under discussion at the weekly meeting on Tuesday evening. There was a good attendance. Mr J. Denbigh Jones, Johnstown, presided, as the Rev. Richard Williams, president of the Society, took part in the debate. The opening papsrs for and against were read by Mr John White, Pant, and and Mr T. Sauvage, Bank-street. Among those speaking in favor of the proposal were Mr R. Mills, Mr Thomas Dann, and Mr Samuel Hough; Mr M. Millward, Mr J. Connard, Mr R. Edwards, Mr J. Smith and the Rev. Richard Williams speaking on the other side. The meeting, which was highly interesting, was brought to a close with votes of thanks to Mr White and Mr S-iuvage for their excellent papers read at the commencement, and to the Chairman for presiding. In the voting there was an over-whelming majority in favor of the proposition. FUNERIL OF MR ROBBRT DATIES, PLAS DRAIN.— The funeral of Mr Robeit Davies, Plas Drain, who died on the previous Monday, teok p'ace on Friday. The deceased was seventy-four years of age, and was one of the largest and mo,t suec:ssful farmers in the d strict. In spite of the severity of the weather there was a very large atteidance at the funeral. In the first mourning coach were Mr Edward Davies. The Mount, Penybryn brother, Mr Robert Davies, son, Mr Joseph Rogers, son-in-law, and Maoter Robert Isaac Rogers, grandson of the deceased. In the second mourning coach were Mr and Mrs Edward Jones, Glanrafon, Mr Edward Williams, Ruthin, Mr John Williums, Rhos, and the Rev. Robert Jone-, officiating minister. A large number of other con- veyances followed. En route to the Groes Cemetery the shops were closed and blinds drawn. A large number of beautiful wreaths had been sent by relatives and friend*. DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZES AND CERTIFICATES. — Prizes and csrtificates were distributed at Bethlehem Chapel Sunday School, on Sunday, to those who had pasBed the recent examination in Scripture know- ledge. The prizes for answers to questions on Regeneration" wpre awarded to Mr Isaac Smith, Bank-street, and Mr William El wards, Swan-street -78 6d and 5t respectively. Mr James Edwards, Campbell-street, and Mr John Green, Mountain- street, received the first and second prizes respectively for aniswers to questions upon Christ's Discourse on the Bread of Life." In the class under 15 years of age, for answering questions upon the history of "John the Baptist," prizes were given to Mr E. W. Bellis, Mr W. Lloyd. Miss Polly Green, Miss Mary Ann Thomas, Miss Sarah Ann Jenkiu. and Miss Sarah Phillips. The Rev. James Charles, Odwestry, was the adjudicator. DEATH OF MRS EDWARDS, MOUNT PLEASANT.—By the death of Mrs Naomi Edwards, Mount Pleasant, on Thursday week, the Ponkey Bapti8ts have lost one of their most faithful members. The deceased lady was 49 years of age, and had suffered a long and painful illness. She was a liberal contributor to the funds of Zion Chapel, and took a warm and generous interest in the cause there. The funeral, which took place on Monday, was very largely attended by relatives and friends. The magnificent hearse used on the occasion was supplied by Mr Williams, Chester- street, Wrexham. In the mourning coiches were Mr Edwards, with the sona and grandchildren of the deceased. The bearers were the deacons of Zion Chapel-Mr Roberts, Pleasant Creek House, Ponkey Mr William Griffiths, Meirion House, Rhos; Mr John Morris, Mr Thomas Jones, Mr Edward Jones, and Mr Joseph Phillips, Ponkey. Among those psesent were Mrs and Misses Smith, Caergwrle Mr Joseph Griffiths, grocer, Poukey Mr Parry, Llaner- chrugog Arms; Mr John Adamp, Sun Inn Mr John Williams, Hill-street, &c. The interment was at Rhos Churchyard, the officiating ministers being the Rev. Edward Mitchell. pastor of Zion Chapel, and the Rev. Robert Roberts, Bethlehem Chapel. LITERARY MEETING.—On Tuesday evening a well attended literary meeting was held at Zion Baptist Chapel, Ponkey, under the presidency of Mr William Griffiths, draper, Meirion House. After a few intro. ductory remarks by the chairman, the following pro- gramme was gone through :-Song Bryniau fy ngwlad," Mr Fred. Griffiths, Mount Pleasant sing- ing competition, tenor solo, "Anwyl yw Gwalia fy ngwlad," two competed, the winner being Mr Fred. Griffiths; dialogue competition, the competitors selectine their own piece. The winners were Mr Robert Ellis, and Mr Thomas Williams, Ponkey. Three competed in making a speech upon Proper behaviour in a place of worship," Mr Thos. Williams being the best. After a glee by Mr loan Griffiths and party. Pantycelyn, a congregational hymn tune, the winners being Mr loan Griffiths and party. Out of •. -AR T?J ] M J J seven competitors, air xjuwaru jnuwaiuo, uai,mL- street, received a prize for reading a piece without punctuation marks. Mr Joseph Phillips was the best for singing the baritone solo Cwmp Llewelyn. Mr loan Griffiths having sang, "Taw pia hi boys," and a duet" Bety Wynn" (R. Mills. Rhos), given by Mr Griffiths and Mr Ellis Hughes, Bank-street, Rhos, the meeting was closed. Mr Ellis Hughes adjudicated iu the musical, and the Rev. E. Mitchell in the other competitions. The accompanist was Mr John Thomas Australia-street. I SHOCKLACH. A MISUNDERSTANDING.—A correspondent writes: Mr Thomas, having been appointed to the head- mastership of a school close to Rhyl, has resigned his position at this school. A teacher of Rothsay, in the Isle of Bute, was offered the appointment and accepted it. The Scotchman wished to know about what sizlJ the house is in which he would eventually reside. Accordingly Mr Thomas kindly sent him a view of the school-house, so as to give the new master some idea what furniture would be required. The view of the school-house, however, gave it the appearance ot a tolerably large house, while it really consists of two separate cottages joined together. Consequently, when the furniture arrived, it was necallsary to divide it into three parts, two of which were stored in the cottages, and the remainder at the Vicarage. After all this trouble and long journey, it would be thought that all was settled. Not no. how- ever. The teacher and manager are at loggerheads, it is said, and it is possible another master will soon be required. I SUMMERHILL. I.O.G.T.-A very successful coffee supper was held in the Public Hall, Suminerhill, on Monday. An ex- cellent supper was partaken of at which the following ladies aaf;i.-ted-Miss Price, Mrs Jackson Mi8 Powell, Miss Boathby, Miss Maggie Williams, Miss Jessica D. Jones, Miss Hannah Jones, Miss Coliiaon, Miss Edith Price. The programme was sustained by Bro. Price and party, Mr Thomas Barratt, cornet solo, and Mr Ralph Lloyd, btritont: solo. Dialogue, "The wife's mistake," Miss Susie Jones, Miss Sally Evans, Miss Sarah Lewis, Mr James Bowen, and Mr Ernest Jones; song, Miss Alice Davies song, Miss Mariam Jones solo, 0 rest in the Lord." Mr T. H. Black- well reading, Mr W. Davies, W.C.T.; recitation, Miss Fanny Hannaby reading, Mr T. Barratt. BANGOR. I TWENTY-TWO DEGREIS OF FBOST.—A gardener in. formg us that the sharpest frost, this winter was that of Friday night, when at 10.30 the thermometer registered 22 degrees of frost, but after then it became much milder. THE WEATHER.—The severe weather has enablad many people to indulge in the favorite winter amuse- ment of the inhabitants Lf St. Petersburg, namely, that of sliding down hills in sledges. On Saturday there were a large number of people enjoying them- selves on a hill near Mr Royd' which is very suitable for the purpoRp. Among others were noticed Mr Royds, Hon. Mrs Mostyn, Maesynant; Mrs Rich- mond, The Vron Mr Ormrod, Pickliill Hall, Ac. The exercise seems very exciting, and the sledges sail along with amazing speed. RUTHIN. I COUNTY MAGISTRATES' COURT, MONDAY.— Bt-fore Mr G. H. Denton. Mr Lyster, and Mlljor Ellis. AN OLD OFFENDER. I Peter Jones, Ruthin, an old offender, was sent to prison for one month for being drunk and disorderly in Clwyd-street on the 24th ult. There were seventeen previous convictions, one of two years for assaulting the police. Having been sentenced prisoner sat down and laughed, whilst he delivered the contents of his pockets to his wife. THE DEATH OF THE DUKE or CLARENCE. Mr Lyster, addressing the court, said he thought they as magistrates could not allow the court to close without expressing their deep sympathy with the Prince and Princess of Wales as well as their beloved Queen in the sad loss they had sustained. A young life full of promise bad been suddenly cut short, and plunged the Royal Family and nation at large in deep mourning, and he was sure the occupants of that court and the citizens of Ruthin sympathised with the Royal Family, and especially with the dear Princess who was shortly to have been married. The prisoner (who had stood during the speech) fervently at-id God save the Queen." The Chairman and the bench said they endorsed the expressions of sympathy uttered towarda the Royal Family in the terrible affliction they were called upon to bear. BI-MONTHLY COUNTY COURT, THuRaijAy.- Before Sir Horatio Lloyd, Judge. THE JUDGE ASD THE TREASURY. Mr Llywe!yn Jones, B.A., Denbigh, made applica- tion for the return of hearing fees in a case of last court, John Jones v. Hugh Robert?. Mr Jones having appeared for the plaintiff in the action, and the hearing fees had been remitted by the Judge.— The Registrar said the Government Auditor had ex- amined the books, and would not allow the return of the hearing fees.—The Judge said he had remitted them, and he would like to see the Treasury inter- fering with that court, they had no power over him in that matter. He would take care the Registrar was not surcharged with the hearing fees, and again made an order that they should be remitted. He had made such an order hundreds of times, and it had always been allowed, and he was not going to let go that power. THE RECTOR OF DERWEN AND HIS TITHES. 1 fill LWCY. IVIIMGAIJ IIUGUCB, ICUTUR UJ, "erwel), sueu inus. Jones, Vron, Derwen. for jE3 3s 7d. Mr Llewelyn Jones, B.A., Denbigh, defended. The rector proved his right to receive tithe", and in cross-examination said he could not find out from the farmers who owned the land. He was not aware that out of nineteen fields five had been sold, and he was charging just the same on them. He ould not help that and it was for the farmer to get it adjusted. The Judge, in answer to plaintiff, -aid he would receive costs, but they would not remunerate him he was afraid, and he wished he bad the power to make the defendant pay for the trouble of proving that he was entitled to the tithe, but he had not. The whole affair was a com- plete farce and only done to be cantankerous, and those gentlemen would not put the rector to the cost of distraint he hoped, so he would make an order to pay in two weeks. The defendant's solicitor said they did it as a protest and they would have to be distrained upon. HOPE AND CAERGWRLE. BURIAL BOARD MEETING.—This took place on Fri. day, there being present, Messrs R. V. Kyykp, J. Cawley, W. G. Barcroft, E. O. Probert, Joseph Griffiths, and the clerk, Mr William Jones. In the absence of the Chairman (Mr H. G. Roberts), who had writtten apologising for his absence, Mr R. V. Kyrke presided. The accounts were duly presented and passed for payment. The question of the ceme- tery fees arising, Mr Cawley again drew attention to the fact that the burial fees for non-parishioners were much too low they might come all the way from Cheater and bury for less money than there. The Chairman caustically remarked that the low fees did not tempt anyone to come to be buried. Some of tli- members referred to the unsatisfactory way in which the cemetery walks were kept and thought the sext III did not do his duty, but considering the recent snowy weather, it was agreed to pay his account, on a pro- mise to attend to the work as soon as the anow cleared away. I RUABOIT. LRCTURE.-On Wednesday evening, In the Congre- gational Schoolroom, an excellent temperance lecture, entitled Vanity Fair," was given by Miss Payne, Wallingford, Berks. Mrs Corney, Trevor, presided. The room was crowded. The lecture was of an enter- taining and instructive character, and was much enjoyed. The usual votes of thanks were given at the close. INTERMENTS.—Last week there passed away one of the oldest inhabitants in Susan Hughes, Park-street, at the age of 72. For 48 years the deceased had per- formed the weekly cleaning of the Parish Church. The interment took place in the middle yard on Mon- day. the funeral being largely attended. The Rev. dPaoyo, le"Hughes officiated. The coffin was covered wjtli a large number of fhral tributes.-On the same day a familiar figure in the person of John Gallarhar, an otnploy6 of Dr. Jones, was also laid to rest. The deceased contracted a severe chill last week, which proved fatal early on Saturday morning, although every care and medical attention was afforded him at the Hospital On the coffin were two pretty wreaths. Dr. Jones followed the remains. Amongst others who attended the funeral were Mr W. Edwards, Bryn End Mr Davies, Mr David Owene, Dr. Jones' household servauts, &c. The body was interred in the New Cemetery, the Rev. Poole Hughes officiating. INTERMEDIATE EDUCATION.—On Monday evening a meeting for the purpose of raising funds to improve the Ruabon Grammar School, so as to meet the re- quirement* tf the Joint Educational Committee, "1Io held in the Court House. There were present-Sir Watkin Williams Wynn, Mr R. F. G. "e..er, Mr E. IJhyd Jones, Mr H. Jenks, and Mr N. R. Griffith From a circular issued by the governors of the Grammar School, it appeared that the Joint Educa- tion Committee would contribute JE600. on the con- dition that £900 was subscribed locally. Over 25DO has already been subicribed, of which 2453 2101 has been given by the governors. -Letters.' of apology for non-attendanee were sent by Mr H. Dennii 'lev. A. L. Taylor, Mr Bowers, Mr Owen Slaney Wynne. Dr. Lawt >n Roberts, and Rev. E. M. Edmunds. After an informal talk, it was decided that the governors of the school should solicit subscriptions in the dis- tricta where they reside. B A L A I RAILWAY BLOCK.—There was an entire block 011 the Featiniog line on Saturday, and tiaffic was I suspended owing to the heavy drifts of snow. MALPAS. I CHILDREN'S TREAT.—On Saturday afterroon a treat was given to the children of the several schools in Malpas, together with those of Edge and The Wycb. due to the generosity of the Countess of Dad- ley. Elaborate preparations were made for the dis- play of a gigantic Chrixtsnas tree, which was to be brilliantly illuminated and lavishly laden with gifts for the young people. To t'lis end arrangements were well advanced, and the tree was in a forward st ige towards completion, under the superintendance of her ladyship, when the sad news (which came by special telegram on Friday morning to the Earl of Dudley) announced the death of the Duke of Clarence, which at once altered arrangements. It was suggested that the proceedings* should be abandoned, but it was ultimately decided that the tree alone should be done away with, and the presents for the children distributed quietiy by the Rev. J. D. Griffiths, assisted by the teachers (in the absence of the Countess of Dudley), who anticipated personally giving each child a present. Owing to the sad event her ladyship at once withdrew from all participation in the matter. Meanwhile, not wishing to disappoint the children of their pleasure, it was her ladyship's expressed wish that the arrangeinenti for distribution should be carried out, but as quietly as possible. Accordingly, at three o'clock on Saturday afternoon, the children assembled at the schools, where they had tea. Subsequently they formed in procession, and marched to the Jubilee Hall, where each received a I suitable present. I BWLCHGWYN. I TEA MEETING.—A treat to the Church Sunday scholars was given by Mrs Kyrke, of Nantyffrith, on Thursday week. After the tea, prizes for regularity and conduct were distributed by the Vicar. BRYN, PENYLAN. SEASONABLE CHARITY.—In consideration of the severe weather. Captain and Mrs Ormrod distributed beet amongst their employes latt week. The re- cipients were highly gratified with their seasonable gift. WHITCHURCH. I THE SERIOUS CHARGE AGAINST A FARMER. At the Shropshire adjourned Quarter Sessions, on Satur- day, before Sir Offisy Wakeman, Bart., the appeal of Whitfield v. Hughes was decided. The appellant, John Whitfield, a large farmer, residing near Whit- church, sought to set aside an order of 5i per week made against him by the Whitchurch magistrates in respect of the illegitimate child of Sarah Hughes, a single woman, residing in the same neighbourhood.— Mr Alfred Young, with Mr Fisher, were for the appellant, and Mr Bjddam, with Mr Graham, were for the respondent.—A warrant, had been issued for the apprehension of the appellant or. the charge of perjury, but he could not be found for some time. At length, however, he was discovered locked up in his brvther' house, and the room in which he was found had to bd burat open before he could be apprehended. H- was subsequently committed for trial.—The Court upheld tho oider of the magilltratoll below, and d;s- mis-ed the appeal with coats. WORTHENBURY. INFLUENZA.—The influenza is very prevalent in this I parish, there being ouly a few houses which have escaped t he distressing malady. One case, viz., that of Mrs Mauley, terminated fatally on Monday, and it is a remarkable coincidence that Mr James Hollins, to whom she had been housekeeper for nearly twenty ye?rs, died the same day from acute bronchitis after two days' illness. On account of sickness coupled with severe weather, the school has been closed for I several daye. GRESFORD. INFLUENZA.—Several freih caee. are reported, some of a rather serious nature. HOLT AND FARNDON. HOLT ANE FARNDON GAS WORKS.—This property ii soon to be sold, and the probability is a new com- pany will be found. It was originally owned by the late Mr Low, Vron Colliery, afterwards, it was purchased by the late Mr W. Hughes, FaniJon. SUDDEN DEATH. On Sunday afternoon, Mrs Weaver, who was chapel-keeper, residing at Farndon, died very suddenly. She was present at the morning service held at Rock Chapel, and apparently in her usual health. Detth is attributed to the failure of the action of the heart. TBE LATE Ma HARRISON'S CHABITY.-B, th-9 will of the late Mr Job Harrison, the dividends upoa a sum of money Invested in Government securities are 'I" -11'! ,L_L.]I L- ..1. -11 _L- --I. annuauy aiiiriouteu uy "lIa iiiinitstor ana cnarcn- wardens about the month of January. By the teruga- of the will, II. copy of which hangs in the belfry of the parish church, the money is to be given to or spent upon poor and indigent persons" in the township of Farndon. There is a very wise provision in- tllr will which gives the trustees the discretionary power of distributing the charity in money, clothes, pro- visions, or other necessaries as they shall see fit." Acting upon this, the trustees are distributing the charity this year in coals. BALL AT CREWE IIILL.—As the news of the death. of the Duke of Clarence only reached Farndon late on the Wednesday night, Mr Barnat >n found it impossible to postpone the invitations ha h i issued to hie tenants and friends to a ball at his residence, Crewe Hill, on Thursday evening. Upward* of 120 invita- tions had been accepted. All the leading tenantry upon the estate were present, and were received by Mr Barnston and his mother. Refreshments Were at once offered, and duly appreciated, especially by those who had travelled long dis- tances in the keen frosty weather. Dancing com- menced soon after nine o'c'ock to the music of the MassaStiing Band, and was kept up continuously beysnd the small hours with that spirit and vigor for which Cheshire people are renowned. Supper was served at eleven o'clock and was sumptuous in all its appointments, conspicullU8 among the ornaments being the massive silver plate lately presented to the young squire on the attainment of hit majority. Among tne large company present, besidet the house party, were Mrs and Miss Aldersey, Mr and Mrs Swetenham, Mrs Maylor, Mrs Simpson, Mr G. P. Harding, Mrs and Miss Ptmberton, the Rev. L. E. n oran a r> \fra Ttli.. -I "VI'" .t __aWl', -uu .wa.. Parry, Mr and Mis A. Lowe, Mr and Mrs T. Parker, Dr. and Miss Thelwall, Mr and Mrs Candelaud, Mr Shepherd, Mr Hassall, Mr, Mrs, and Mi-is Salmon, Mr Jeffs, Mr and Miss Darlington, Mr George Parker, senr., Mr Noah Parker, Mitt Burinan, Mr and Mrs G. Brown, Mr and Mrs G Pt, ker. j kinr., Miss Lucy Parker, Mr and Mrs Boden. Mia Walker, Mr and Mrs S Williamson, Mr Jones P.Li ry, LNir and Mrs Jackson, Mr and Mrs Thomts Jonsi. Mr and Mrs G. Ince, Mr. Mrs, and Miss J. Jones, Mr and Mrs J. Davies. Miss Bailey, Mr and Mra Shaw, Mr Ball, Mr si.d Mrs Harris, Mr and Mrs CiuObe, Mr and Mrs F. Bellis, Mr Barker, &c. RHYL. THB LIFEBOAT.—OA Monday a committee meeting of the National Lifeboat Institution, Rliyl branch, was held at the Town Hall. Mr R. J. Sisson, in the absence of Mr Griffias Dixon, chairmtn, presiding. It was announced that the new tubular boat miy be expected to arrive about the end of April. INTERMEDIATE EDUCATION FOR RHTL.—O.I Tues- day evening a meeting of the Rhyl Committee in connection with the establishment of a school at R:iyl under the auspices of the Welsh Intermediate Educa- tion Act, was held in the Town Hall, Riiyl. Nlc W. S. Wynne, J.P., presided, and, in detailing the scheme, said the Education Committae had sat down that they would require the local conimitt3e to raise the sum of 21,500, and then they would supplement it with 21,000, before the school could be erected. Up to the present time, however, he was "rry t. say that only 2950 had been promised, £250 of which had been already paid in. Tney were still requiring a balance of C550. without which they would not be able to have the school in question. They were not obliged to have all the money placed in at once, it would be.enou.(h if they weie able to place in the bank a bond fnr the required amount signed by the subscribers. The question of sites was then dis- cussed, the chairman generously offering the committee a plot of land in Grange-road for the salll- price which he gave for it, mmely, £350. After soiue discussion, it was decided that the sites committee should view the various plots of land suitable for a large school, and then report the same at a public meeting shortly to he held. TIE WATER QUESTION.—On Tuesday evening a meetine of the Improvement Commissioners was held in the Town Hall, sueciallv called for the uuruole of considering the foilnw-i-ng resolution :—" That the Abergele and Pen-arn Locil Board be requested. in consideration of the clauses inserted in the Com- missioners' Bill for ensuring a supply of water under constant pressure, at moderate rates, with provision for severance, to forthwith withdraw their Bill, and ??° Commissioners undertke, in the event ot their obtaining their Bill, to pay the costs already incurred in promoting the Abergele. Rhyl, and St. Asaph Joint Bill (not exceeding 2100), on condition that the Abergele and Pensarn Local Board will do all in their power, if and when required by the Com- missioners, to oppose the Water Companv's Bill, and to secure the passing of the Cominissi.)np-rsl Bill, but at the expeiile of the Ct)mmisaioiiers.Nir P. Mostyn Wtiltam". in proposing the lesolution, said if they did not get their own Bill, the Abergele people would have to pay their own costs. Another thing the Commissioners had to avoid was not to make 11 appear in the resolution they were offer- in a bribe to the Abergele pspp!e for not opposing them. The consideration for withdrawing their Bill was not a monetary considera- tion, but it was in consideration of a constant supply of water at moderate rates. He thought it would be anagree?bte way of settling a vexatious di?grffmpnt. and, P?" a costly one, because undoubtedly if they allowed the Abergele people to give evidence it would cost nearly thousands of pounds more than it would otherwise cost, and they would also run the risk of losing their ,wo Bill.-Captain Ktatinve said 1 a very fortunate circumstance they had been able to come to terms with Abergele Local Hoard, for their interests were entirely identical. He had great pleasure in seconding the resolution.-Che Chairman contended that Abergele L,)ctl Board should have contributed to the passing of the Rhyl Bill, because they would get the same advantages all the Commissioners, who were alao taking upon them- selves the responsibility, which was a large one in comparison to that of Abergele.—Mr W. Williams (member of the Abergele Local Board) said it wnn a pity a better understanding bad not been arrived at earlier with the Abergele Board. He thought it was not 80 i much the fault of the Abergele people a. that of Rhyl.-The resolution was unanimously carried. PR^R"J^I8HED the Proprietors by W.LUAM t??..??' the ?<!Mrt?r OiBc<, WrMhtm. ? the ^cco«aty Iorf f Denbigh.-JanuMy 23rd, 18?.