Wrexham and Denbighshire Advertiser and Cheshire Shropshire and North Wales Register

« DENBIGHSHIRE JOINT POLICE COMMITTEE. MEETING AT DENBIGH. CASTING LOTS FOR THE CHAIRMANSHIP. A quarterly meeting of the Standing Joint Poiice Committee for the county of Denbigh, was held at the County Buildings, Denbigh, on Wednesday. There were present:—The retiring chairman, Capt. Grifiith- Boscawen; Mr W. D. W. Griffith, vice-chairman Ald. Thos. Gee, Capt. Best, R.N., Col. J. H. Barnes, Sir Robert Egerton. Mr Christmas Jones, Mr E. Hooson, Mr Thos. Ingham. Sir Win. Grenville Williams, Mr A. O. Walker. Mr Ed. Roberts, Brymbo; Mr O. Isgoed Jones. Capt. F. B. O. Cole, Messrs. Win. Griffiths, Thomas Parry, W. G. Dodd, Samuel Moss, J. Briscoe. H. R. Mnvsdcn. Owen Williams, Simon Jones, and O. E. Williams. Mr LI. Adams, clerk of the peace. Mr T. PAIUIY proposed that Mr Thomas Gee. chairman of the County Council, be elected chairman of the Joint Committee for the next term of three years. They had an admirable chairman last time in Captain Boscawen, but lie thought it essential to have a change, as the vote of the chairman sometimes turned the tables. Mr HOOSON seconded the motion. Sir W. GKKNVII.I. WILLIAMS moved that Captain Boscawen, chairman of Quarter Sessions, be the chairman. He had made an excellent chairman for the last three years, and it was' due to him to re- elect him, as he had carried them through the work so well. Captaill nEST seconded, and sn.id they had gone through the last iiiree years very smoothly ill that committee, and there had not been a single case in which the casting vote of the chairman had been necessary. He had no word to say against Mr Gee, who had conducted the business o ? the Council wcH. but on that committee they could do no better than re-elect the old chairman for another three years. Captain Griffith-Boscawcn and Mr Gee agreed not to vote. On a division. all the County Council members rose in favor of Mr Gee. and then all the magistrates rose in favor of Captain Boscawen. The Clerk de- clared the votes equal, eleven each, and said they would now have to" cas!; lots," under a section of the Act, which he read. The two names were written on papers, placed in a hat, and the Clerk was instructed that he should draw one out, and the name coming out first should be that of the one elected. Amidst some excitement the Clerk drew out the paper bearing Mr Gee's name, and he was declared elected. Taking the chair, Mr GEE appealed to them all for help in duties which were comparatively new to him. A long controversy arose as to whether the chair should be held by Mr Gee for one or three years, councillors contending for three years, and others that as he had not been elected by resolution it needed a distinct vote.—The CLERK remarked that one county councillor had voted who had not made the legal declaration as to his expenses in the leg:J time, and had rendered himself liable for S50 fine for the vote.—The member's name did not transpire, but he voted again.-On going to the vote whether it should be for three or one vear, the numbers were equal (12), and Mr Gee gave his casting vote in favor of his election for three years. The finance committee was elected as follows:— Captain Griffith-Boscawen (chairman). Sir R. E. Egerton. Mr W. D. W. Griffith, Mr Simon Jones, Mr T. Hooson, and Mr Ingham. The chief constable reported 17 indictable offences, 336 summary cases, and 25 larcenies. There was a decrease of 121 in summary cases the tramps relieved this half-year have increased by 676 there was a decrease of 50 cases of drunken- ness, and Sunday drinking had decreased. One sergeant and eleven constables have gained ambul- ance certificates. and on the chief's recommendation they were granted a badge to be worn. On the re- commendation of the chief constable an increase after ten years' service of about £ 10 a year was made in the pay of the three superintendents, and the deputy chief-constable to haveL£10 additional; several members of the Council eulogised Deputy Chief- constable Vaughan. and also the new superintendent of the Denbigh division (Mr Jones), and said the chief-constable's promotions had been admirable. An allowance of X30 to the superintents of Denbigh and Llanrwst was made for horses. A long discussion I arose as to whether the old horses belonged to the county, but no change was made in the past arrangement. The COUNTY COUNCIL FINANCE COMMITTEE asked that the Chief-Constable should be made accounting officer in respect of police pay. and find surety for the same.—The CHIRP CONSTABLE objected, as he considered the present was the best system of pa.ying through the superintendents, and,' moreover, the chief police inspector upheld the chief in his con- tention that he ought not to comply with the request.—The meeting seemed to agree with the Chief Constable that the present method was the best, and, as there was no power to compel the Chief Constable to carry out the resolution, it was allowed to drop.-Police-onstable No. 2 (Thomas Thonias), after 26 years' service,claimed to retire and receive £ 48 16s 3d per annum pension.—The appoint- ment of P.C. Farrell as hall-keeper at Wrexham was agreed to. A great amount of correspondence was dealt with, which included a letter from the Local Government Board in answer to an appeal for sanction of the pay- ment of S46 2s 3d for auditing the ex-deputy-chief- constable's accounts, which had been disallowed as an illegal payment, saying thatthey were not rrep-tred to withdraw it from the consideration of the district auditor. A certificate was received from the Home Secretary stating that the management and efficiency of the county police have been satisfactory.

———— « THE RAILWAY OUTRAGE NEAR I WREXHAM. I Respecting the outrage in a railway carriage near 'I Wrexham. Supt. Vaughan, Deputy Chief Constable of Denbigshire, who has ta.ken the matter up most I energeticaUy, has discovered additional particulars of the suspected man's movements since the night of I the attack on Miss Williams. On the Y>rednesday morning (the day after the out- rage) a iiian answering the description given by Miss Williams, hailed the driver of the post cart. between Wrexham and Gresford, about seven o'clock, and asked him to give him a lift. The man's fpc, was very much bruised and cut. and he wa.s wearing a shepherd's plaid overcoat, which was turned inside out. Later the same morning lie called at a public house in Chester, and also at a cocoa rooms, and from this place he sent a telegram, addressed to Mr Smith, Manchester House, Whitchurch, to the following effect" Met with an accident, and am much injured. Send man for me at once." After that he went to a doctor, and had his fnce dressed. He had a large cut over his eye, which had to be stitched up. and the doctor noticed that the cartilage of the nose was missing. In consequence of the telegram already spoken of, a man, supposed to be the missing man's brother, went to Chester to inquire for him. but he could not be found. On Friday, someone else went to Chester to iiialie inquiries about him, and expected to meet him at the doctor's at two o'clock, but lie failed to turn up. On Tues- day last, Superintendent Vaughan discovered an overcoat, answering the description given by Miss Williams of that worn by her assailant, at a pawn- shop in Chester, where it had been pawe.ed on the previous Wednesday by the missing man, who gave the name of Smith. There Is blood on the coat. The same man had also been at the pawnshop on the Tuesday. and pawned a Geneva watch and gold chain. Superintendent Vaughan subsequently inter- viewed a brother of this man, who denied all know- ledge of the present whereabouts of the missing man, but stated that he had left on the previous Friday for a ten days' holiday. The superintendent afterwards went to Whitchurch, where, he is con- vinced, the man who is wanted was then concealed; but although he searched a dwelling-bouse and two shops where he expected to find him, he failed to dis- cover him. It has since been ascertained that the father of the missing man is in business in Rochdale, alnd it is now believed that lie has made his way there. -*•

Wherever an extensive and regular system of adver- tising is practiced it is seen to be attended with a I considerable share of success.

BRYMBO AND BROUGHTON. I DKAWIXG CLAss.-Last week a. meeting was held at the Institute. Brymbo. in connection with the draw- ing class, formed at the Institute by Mr John Jones, Railway Gates, Brymbo. The meeting was presided over by Mr E. Roberts, C.C., Hryncoch. He felt pleasc.I that the object of the class had been ob- tained. and that the instructor, Mr John Jones, had made the lesson interesting as well as instructive, and that lie had also thrown his whole energy in its welfare. The following programme was well sus- tained:—Glee, The Anvil," Cymric Glee Party; song, Galwad y Tywysog," Mr James Edwards; song, Yr Oiliest," Edward Jones; recitation, ] Donkey and the beer," Albert Edwards sketch, (Musical) J. Smith. encored, and gave "Feathered songsters," song. The First in the lield," Mr James Jones. Then followed the distribution of prizes for work done during the session, tie examiner being Mr W. T. Lintern, draughtsman, Brymbo Steei Co who complimented the students on tfie excel leiit worl,:per- formed. The first prize was awarded to Mr Moses Davies, Vron, the second to Mr D. l'\ Oldiield, turner, Brymbo fitting shop, and third to Mr Price Griffiths, fitting shop foreman, Brymbo. Mr Lintern on behalf of the class presented the instructor, Mr John Jones, with a silver albert guard. Mr John Jones thanked then for their kind appreciation of his services, a.nd trusted to again render service dur- ing the next winter. The programme continued as follows :—Glee, Crusaders," Cymric Glee Party; song, "y Bugail," Mr -Thomas Morris; song, "Y Bachgen Dewr," Setli Jones; song, Village black- smith," John Jones; recitation, "People will talk," Thomas Thonias comic song, J. Smith song." Y mynydd i mi," James Jones. A vote of thanks was accorded to the chairman, and also to Mr Lintern for his services as accompanist. TEA MEETINO AND DHAM.YTIC ENTERTAINMENT.— On Good Friday, the members of the Bethel Wesleyan Chapel. Brymbo. held their annual tea meeting. The tables were laid in the spacious school- room of the new chapel, the ladies presiding being I Mrs Kendrick, Lodge; Mrs and Miss Fisher. Holland; Mrs and Miss Wynne, liryn Terrace; Mrs and Miss Bi-N-iiibo; Mrs FinJey, Mrs Matthias, Mount; Mrs Robert Hughes, Lodge; Mrs Margaret Roberts, Cefn; Mrs John Rogers, Brymbo; Mrs Owen Hughes. Lodge; Mrs Edwards, lice Hiye Cottages; Misses S. J. Jones, Lodge; M. Smart, Brymbo M. J. Hughes, M. Ellen Jones. Lodge, and" Catherine Roberts, Green. It is computed that about 500 persons sat down to tea. Every denomination in the district v;iiio represented. The new building was opened at intervals, and parties were organised and conducted through, under the care of Messrs S. C. Hughes, Win. Matthias, George Owen, John Fisher, H. Owen Wynne, and others. All parties were pleased with its present interior appearance, and the arrangement of classrooms on the schoolroom floor. The bread and cake used at tea were supplied by the lily in bo Co-operative Society, and gave every possible satisfaction. In the evening, the members of the young men's Bible Class performed the scriptural drama, entitled Queen Esther," a.t the Hethel Wesleyan Chapel. There was a crowded audience. Previous to the commencement of the programme a presentation took place, in which the Rev. T. Nicholls Roberts, of Bryn Durfon, the resident minister, was the recipient of an illuminated address, on the occasion of his marriage. The addiess was presented by Air Hugh iiopwood, iuount, Jiryinuo, as vice- president of the young men's Bible Class, who, in passing the address over, thanked Mr Roberts for his painstaking work in connection with the class during the past winter. Mr Roberts suitably replied, and hoped his work would be of some utility and per- manence. The address was signed by Mr Hugh Hopwood, as vice-president, Mr Wm. Jones, Lodge View, as treasurer, and Mr John S. Wynne as secre- tary. The dramatic rendering of Queen Esther's history was then proceeded with, which was followed with intense interest by the audience, and readily understood. The several parts were admirably sus- tained, and reflected credit on the management. The bass solo from Uueen Esther's cantata, 0 base un- grateful man," sung by Mr Edward Jones, Lodge, was given with much fervour and pathos. The following was the caste :-AliasLicrus the King, Mr S. C. Hughes; Esther, the Queen. Miss Charles Hainan, a prince, Mr John Charles; MordecLi, a Jew, Mr J. S. Wynne; Zeresh, Hainan's wife, Mrs W. Jones; Mehumau, principal chamberlain, Mr David Roberts; Memucan, first prince, Mr Edward Jones; princes, Messrs Hugii Ilopwo.;d, Joshua Reynolds, Joseph Matthias; D. O. Jones, and George Owens; Bigtha and Teresh, chamberlains who plot against the King's life, Mr Win. Jones and Mr V/m. Matthias; chamber- lains. Messrs Joshua Jones, Cadwr. Jones, Samuel Hughes, and Robert Griffiths; Hatach, Queen's servant, Mr J. T. Smart; Queen's maids and Jewish women, Misses C. Roberts, M. Smart, M. J. Hughes, S. J. Jones, M. Fisher, and M. E. Jones; King's servants, Masters Wrm. Parry. E. W. Wynne, G. H diaries, T. Fisher, E. M. Fisher Hainan's friends, Messrs Geo. Owens and R. O. Wynn: Mordecai's friends, Messrs D. 0. Jones, Jos. Matthias, and J. Fisher; herald, Mr Robert Davies; guards, Messrs Walter Roberts, Ed. Fisher, Caleb Reynolds, and Hugh Hughes. At the conclusion of the piece the audience showed their approbation by indulging in hearty cheering, which was forbidden during the pro- gress of the piece. The production of the play was under the care of Mr Thomas Charles, and the sing- ing by Mr Hopwood, upon whom great credit falls. Tne management of the day's proceedings was entrusted to the young men's class, with Mr J-no. S. Wynne as secretary. The performance was repeated on Tuesday night to a crowded house.

BOWLING BANK. I PRESENTATION TO MR. EDWARD DICKIN I AND MISS DICKIN. I There were large gatherings at the Presbyterian Chapel, Bowling Bank, on Good Friday. The object was two-fold, viz., to bid adieu to Mr and Mrs Dickin and Miss Dickin, on their leaving The Bryn for their new residence at Mold, recently bonght by them, and to welcome the new pastor, the Rev. E. M. Hees, of Aberdovey, who has undertaken the pa,storatc of the church, together with that of Bethel and Bangor- Isycoed. Tho Bryn family have resided in the neighbourhood for a great many years, and arc mTlch respected by all. Their house has been open for all ministers of the Gospel who officiated Oil Sundays at Bethel and Bowling Bank Chapels. Mr Dickin joined the church and became an active member thirty-seven years ago, during the greater part of which time he also served the office of a deacon most faithfully. The sick and poor will miss him much, for he frequently visited them and rendered the help needed, and his removal will be keenly felt at the Sunday School and other religious services. When it became known that he and the family had decided to leave, several of the members at once consulted together and readily offered their services to solicit subscriptions towards a testimonial, as a token of the high esteem in which they arc held in the neighbourhood. Money flowed in freely, and the sum of X22 was in a short time collected. The presentation consisted of a large and handsome timepiece, which cost eighteen guineas, together with a silver-plated fruit and flower stand for Miss Dickin, and a clock from the Sundav School scholars, all of which were purchased at Mr Butt's, jeweller, Wrexham. In the afternoon the church and congregation and friends from far and near assembled, to the number of 300, to partake of tea, which was gratuitously given by the family. The evening meeting was commenced at F.cven. Mr T. E. Peters, Pickhill, occupied the clair, and discharged the duties devolving upon him efficiently. After singing and prayer, and the administration of the ordinance of baptism by the new minister, the Chairman proceeded to make the presentation, and asked Mr Hadlam, representative of Mr Butt, to explain all the particulars about the timepiece. The Chairman, in the first place, ex- pressed on behalf of all present, his gratitude to Mr and Mrs Dickin for their excellent treat of tea, &c. They would remember that act of kindness on their Eart after they were g"n. He was very happy to have the pleasure to present thGse articles, although he felt sorry at t)-? thought of their leaving them. He expressed his thanks to the collectors for what they had done, and to all the friends for their liberality and willingness to contribute towards the testimonial. Mr Dickin well deserved what he got there that night. He himself had lived in the neigh- bourhood and been connected with the church for twenty-five years, but Mr Dickin had been nearly forty years a member there. He had worked hard for the estise and the ministers of the Gospel were always welcomed at The Bryn. This testimonial would serve as an inducement to him to come there often to see them, and to ascertain how they were getting on. He had great pleasure in presenting Mr Dickin with that timepiece. and hoped he might have many years more to enjoy life in this world, together with Mrs Dickin and Miss Dickin. Mr Joseph Griffiths presented Mr Dickin with a large photograph of himself and his class, and hoped he would receive it as a token of the deep respect they entertained for him. Mr Edward Dickin very feelingly responded. Ho could not find words to express hig gratitude. He thanked the chairman, and all the friends for their kindness to him. He would never lorget Bowling- bank, even if that presentation liad not been made, but whenever he would look at that testimonial he could not but be reminded of them. He felt in leaving them that he had to submit to the ways of Providence. He should come down at times to see I'owlingbank friends. He hoped each scholar would be faithful in attending the house of God, that the Lord would bless them there, and add many more to their number. He felt he ought to have been more faithful and done a great deal more, and he regretted he had not done so. A presentation was made to Miss Dickin, for her faithfulness as a Sunday School teacher, and for presidmp at the harmonium. Miss Amy JJvan.s, on behalf of the class, presented the small timepiece, and the chairman the plated stand. Miss Dickin thanked them all. She did not know what she had done to deserve such great kindness. She prized the little clock from her class even more than the other present. Addresses were afterwards delivered by the Revs. R. Leigh Roose and Thomas Phennali, Messrs J. Stephens Roose. Bala College. W. Dickin, Bangor. I and J. Metcalfe, Shocklach. who all spoke m very high terms of Mr Dickin and family. They also gave a hearty welcome to the new minister, who hod just settled amongst them, and reminded the church and congregation of their duty towards him. The Rev. E. Morgan Rees, pastor, thanked all for their kind welcome. His views were not narrow. Although he was a Presbyterian Methodist, lie would do any service he could for them, but he would not thrust himself upon them if another minister visited them. —Mr Herd, a Scotch friend, moved a hearty vote of thanks to the chairman, which was seconded by the Rev. H. Leigh Roose.—Several hymns were sui:g at intervals, accompa,nied on the harmonium by Miss Dickin.—The proceedings were brought to a close with the Benediction.

EYTON. I WANTON MISCHIEF.—Someone last Sunday set fire to a wood near Gyfellia, belonging to Lord Kenyon. The wood, being very dry, burned with great rapidity, and over an acre was consumed before tliff fire was got under. P.C. Woollam was soon on the spot, and suspicion resting on two men, they were interrogated by the officer, but as both were very reticent nothing further could be done.

RUABON. I ANMVF.KSAUY SERVICES.—The anniversary services in connection with the Primitive Methodists were held on Sunday, when the Rev. W. Clublow, of Louth, preached to crowded congregations. Col- lections in aid of the new chapel fund were made at the close of each service. DISTRKSSIWG GUN AcciDEXT.—On Tuesday after- noon, Thomas Evans, Penycae, aged 15, was acci- dentally shot through the foot. The boy was at a neighbour's house door talking to one of the sons. The father, Thomas Hughes, took down a loaded gull and divided the stock from the barrel with the in- tention of putting them in his pocket. The barrel, however, fell to the floor and exploded, the shot penetrated the boy's foot, and the little fellow was conveyed to the Cottr.ge Hospital. VESTEY.—The annual vestry meeting was held on Monday, when there were present, Mr Henry Dennis, Dr. Jones. Mr D. Ll. Davies, Mr G. E. Woodford, Mr Joseph Owen, Mr W. Edwards, Rev. J. Poole Hughes, and Mr R. Lloyd, vestry clerk. The Vicar appointed Mr G. E. Woodford as bis churchwarden for the en- suing year. and Mr Joseph Owen was elected parish warden. The following were elected side.,iiien:- Messrs. P. Murless. W. Jones (Post Officci, D. LI. Davies, Jas. Edwards, Thos. Nicholas, and Samuel Hoberts. I PRESENTATION TO MR. AND MRS. O. S. WYNNE. I When it became known that Mr and Mrs O. S. Wynne had decided to leave Ruabon to take up their residence at Dolgelley a few of their numerous friends and admirers met in the National School to consider the best way of showing their appreciation of the many valued and unique services rendered them during their twenty years' residence in the village. An intluential committec was elected with the Rev. E. W. Edwards, the vicar, as chairman, Miss Helena. Brancker, treasurer, and Rev. J. Poole Hughes, secretary. The popularity of Mr and Mrs Wynne was shown on Tuesday evening when a public meeting was held in the National School, which was crowded. Amongst those present were Mr and Mrs Yorke, Erddig: Mr and Mrs J. C. Edwards, Trevor Hail; Mrs Law toil Roberts, Mrs Jones, Ty Newydd Mrs Harris, Plas-y-wern; Mrs Gibson, MrsBushby, Trevor: Mr and Mrs Lavcock, Mr, Mrs, and Miss Woodford, Mr and Mrs R floa, Miss Brancker, Miss Forshaw, Miss Taylor, Miss Griffith, The Mill Cottage; Miss Thomson, Penybryn; Messrs. E. Peel, Brynypys; Ll. Kenrick, Wynne Hall; J. Roberts, Glasgow House, Cein; J. Campbell Douglas, North and South Wales Bank; Leighton, Inspector Jjloyd, IVIessrs. D. Ll. D avics, W. Williams and J. Griffith, Wynnstav Office; Mr Jones, postmaster, and Mr E. Hall, Llangollen. Dr. Lawton Roberts, who presided, opened the meeting with an excellent and appropriate speech. Having referred to the various good acts and the generosity of Mr and Mrs O. S. Wynne, he called upon Mrs Yorke to present Mr and Mrs 0. S. Wynne with a silver cup, an illuminated album bound in morocco, containing the names of upwards of fifty subscribers, and a silver table bell, on behalf of the committee. Mrs Yorke, in a few well chosen words, having made the presentation, Mr Wynne, in return- ing thanks, said they would readily understand the feeling of embarrassment in which he stood before them, to return them thanks for these wonderful manifestations of their kindness. During the twenty years he had been living amongst them he could say. and say it trulv, that the home of Mrs W ynne and himself at Itui, bon had been a very happy home, and his dear friends at Ruabon had contributed very much to this happiness. He reviewed the several changes that had taken place in the village during the last twenty years, which lie said was a large slice out of anybody's life. As regarded the material improve- ment of the village, that had been very great; new houses, new buildings, and new industries had spiling up. and he thought the industrial trade of the district had quadrupled since he first came amongst them. No doubt in another twenty years there would be still greater changes, and Ruabon as he knew it would become a large town. He did not know how to thank them for the album, the beautiful cup, and the very pretty bell they had presented to them. He knew very well the cup was filled with their good wishes and their God's speed. (Applause.) Oil the other hand he could assure them that their cup of gratitude was overflowing towards them for their kindness. lie most earnestly hoped that the blessing of God would rest for ever on the parish and the people in it. He was very sorry the Vicar was unable to be present that evening, and he regretted most deeply the cause which kept him away, and he most earnestly trusted that all his anxiety would soon be at an end, and that his daughter would regain her usual health. (Applause.) Mr Wynne, with deep emotion, said he could assure them that their pathway would be illumined, and cheered, and warmed by the recollections of the kindness always shown towards Mrs Wynne and himself. Parting, as they knew, was always painful, and in saying good-bye to them that night lie could only say that lie hoped they would meet again on many future occasions. (Cheers.) After Mr John l'ain had sung Tom Bowling," the Chairman called upon Mrs Ormrod, Penyian, to present Mr and Mrs Wynne with an address in album form, on behalf of the Primrose League.—Mr Wynne briefly returned thanks.—Mr Bobbins afterwards presented Mr Wynne with a special decorated star, presented by the Grand Council of the Primrose League, awarded for good work and merit. Mrs R. Llovd^having sung, Mr Hall, organist, on behalf of the Parish Church Choir, presented a new edition of the Church hymn book. handsomely bound, and Mr Wynne returned thanks. After Mr W. Richards had given a good rendition of Rocked in the cradle of the deep," Mr E. Peel, Brynypys, presented an illuminated ad- dress, on behalf of the Ruabon Workingmen's Con- servative Association, the handiwork of our local tradesmen, which was much admired.—Mr Wynne having feelingly thanked the members, Mrs Wynne sang Ar hyd y Nos." with excellent effect, the audience joining in the cliorus.NLIr AV,nne pro- posed a vote of thanka to the chairman for his very able conduct in the chair. The meeting was terminated with the singing of the National Anthem."

FFRWD. I PitiMiTivt; METHODIST TRF..tT.-The annual Sunday School treat was held on Good Friday, when a large number of friends, together with the scholars, sat down to tea. The following ladies presided at the tables:— Miss Williams, Miss Kemble, Miss Catherine Phillips, Miss Anderson, Miss Edwards, Miss Gallimore, assisted by a willing band of workers, including Messrs Thonias Evans, Thomas Pugh, and S. Smith, Mrs Evans, Mrs Thomas Cotterill, Miss Cotterill. After tea, the children indulged in various games and sports. Mr Sparrow, Ffrwd Colliery, with his usual kindness, placed at their disposal "a field for this purpose, and also gave a donation to the funds. Mr Sparrow has always taken a deep interest in this cause, as evinced by the various entertain- ments he and his family have got up for the benefit of the chapel. In the evening an interesting pro- gramme was gone through. The minister (Rev. W. Smith, F.R.A.S.,) presided. Hymn 407 was sung by the choir, and then came recitations, "Little Flies," by Francis Griffiths Trust in God," R. Evans Mother's Dream," Louisa Jane Jones Doggie and I," Emily Roberts "Evening Prayer," Jessie Roberts 25th chapter of Matthew," Ann Eliza Wynne Running a Race," Alice Pomford Evening Prayer," Jessie Griffiths; Child's Com- plaint," George Gallimore; Willie's Gun," Wm. Gallimore The Two Crossing Sweepers," Thonias Anderson "Dolly and Me," Mary Anderson and Edward Matthias; "Forbid them not," Abraham Pomford; "My Father," John Evans; "12th Psalm," Thomas Matthias Be kind," Henry Griffiths. Hymn 163 having been sung by the choir, John Pugh, William Pomford, and John Gallimore recited Psalm 34. The other recitations were :— 18th chapter of St. Luke," John Gallimore 53rd chapter of Isaiah," Arthur Anderson "Jesus." Dora. Roberts Reveal thyself," Ada Roberts; Evening Prayer," Sarah Pomford; Poor Widow," Mary Jones The child and the dew drop," Ada Anderson; "Christ's second coming," Hannah Williams "About myself," Rosina Griffiths; The dove and the bee," Florence Jones; "Love," Mary Ann Evans; "The wreck of the Hesperus," Dora Anderson; Lo, I am with you always," Kate Griffiths. The annual report cf verses recited in school was given by the Super- intendent as follows, showing that the total was 103,697, or an increase for the year of 15,714. The whole of the arrangements were admirably carried ont by the energetic Superintendent, Mr Thomas Cotterill. The usual vote of thanks brought an enjoyable day to a close.—On Sunday the anniversary services were held, when sermons were preached by Mr E. B. Evans, Wrexham. Collections were made in aid of the funds. In the afternoon a service oi song, entitled Tom o Jack's lad," was rendered in line style by the chapel choir, under the conductor- ship of Mr Henry Griffiths, Miss Cotterill presiding at the harmonium. The connective readings were effectively given by Mr E. B. Evans, Wrexham.

SUMMERHILL. I Pi:i:s!:vrKi!iAN Ctit,ut-H.-Oii Sunday, Mr John Davies, B.A.. Llanrwst, now in Bangor College, preached to a good congregation. Mr Davies is named as the future pastor of the church here and at Broughton. W F.LSU WESLEYAN CTIAPEL--The annual tea meet- ing and concert was held on Good Friday, when upwards of 400 sat down to an excellent tea in the Presbyterian School (kindly lent for the occasion). The following ladies presided at the tables:N.Irs Richard Richardson, Miss Evans (Gwersyllt), Mrs Enoch Roberts, Mrs Evan Jones. Mrs Geo. Davies, Mrs Edward Hughes, Mrs Jacob Roberts, Miss Jones (Gwersyllt). Mrs John Allington. Mrs Robt. Williams, Mrs Isaac Hughes, Miss Trevor, Mrs Prudence Jones, Mrs Richard Hughes. assisted by Mrs Edwards, Mrs H. Edwards. Mrs Watten (Gwersyllt), Mrs Thomas Williams, Mrs Mary Jones, Mrs Elizabeth Jones, Mrs Robt. Roberts. In the evening a concert was held in the chapel, presided over by Rev. T. Jones Humphreys. Coedpoeth. The following programme was well -itistained:-Aiitlici-n, "Pwy sydd fel vr I Ai-glwydd, Vron Choir; song, Miss Jane Edwards; song, "Mr William Williams; trio, "Dyw bydd drugor&?. Vron Party; son?. Miss C. Roberts; song. LlewI?ey!):H.nthpm? "Argiwydd C-hwiliast." Vron Choir: song. Mr J. Williams; quMtett. Mr J. W. Griffiths and p?'ty; song. Miss Lydia A. Mitchell: anthem. Vron Choir song. Miss J. C. JOTI-3: Hong, Mr James Edwards; duet, Mr D. Jones and another; son?. Mr J. E. Jone-: song. Mrs Woolham anthem, "Gorp homvyd," Vron Choir: song, Mr David Jones; song. Llew L'.eyn song, Mr J. W. Griffiths. On the motion of Mr Richard Richardson, seconded by Mr Evan Roberts, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the chairman, the Vron Party, the tea-makers, and to all who had taken part in the proceedings.

HOPE AND CAERGWRLE. ENTEKTAINMT.NT.—A grand magic lantern entertain- ment was <jivcn in the Drill tlall, on Wednesday evening. Mr Frank Sparrow, of Gwersyllt Hill, exhibiting, by the aid of Hughes' pateut dis- solving views apparatus, a series of capital views of London, which were easily recognisablo; also pictures of scientific and natural history subjects of a most interesting character, and elaborate mechanical effects and comic slides. The proceeds were in aid of the Drill Hall fund.

MARCHWIEL. I VESTRY MEETING.—A vestry meeting was held at the National School, on Monday, for the purpose of auditing the churchwardens' accounts, appointing churchwardens for the ensuing year, and lay repre- sentatives for the next three years. There were present—Rev. J. Sturkey, chairman, Messrs John Hughes, Top House: Richard Cliffe. Bentley's Farm, and Edward Morris, The Groves Farm. The auditing of the churchwardens' accoun te was the first busi- ness. It appeared from the statements produced, that over S,40 had been taken at the church col- lections, being an increase of two guineas over that taken the previous yenr. Of this sum about zC26 was for church expenses, and the remainder was for- warded to the treasurers of various philanthropic societies. The church expenses aniounted toE26. and the balance in hand reaches the goodly sum of £ 58. The extra parochial burial fund showed an over- drawn balance of 91 12s 6d. The next business was the appointment of churchwardens. Tlie Rector re- appointed Mr John Hughes as Vicar's Warden, and Mr Richard Cliffe was re-appointed Parish Warden. A circular was read by the "Rector, to whom it had been forwarded by the Bishop of tit. Asaph, urging upon him the desirability of having the full comple- ment of lay representativea, namely four. in order to ensure that this parish will be represented at the forthcoming Conference, to be held at Ibla, in September. The four appointed were Messrs Ed. Morris, The Groves; James Sylvester. Tanylan Farm; Lloyd Phillips, and Arthur Walker, The Schools.

I RHOSLLANERCHRUGOG. SUDDEN DEATH. On Sunday afternoon Kate Mitchell. 22 years of age, died very suddenly at Pen- ycae. She was the daughter of Mr Mitchell, until lately a gamekeeper on the Wynnstav estate. Dise,se of the heart is supposed to have been the cause of death. SUCCESS.—About five weeks ago Mr John It. Lewis, son of Mi Hugh Lewis. Market-street, entered the Metropolitan School of Shorthand, and after a short stay he was promoted to the speed class, where he got on very successfully. He has since passed as a pro- ficient writer of Pitman's system of Shorthand. OPENINO SERVICES.—The opening services of the Mount Pleasant English Baptist Chapel were held on Sunday. Impressive sermons were delivered in the morning, afternoon, and evening by the Rev. D. Oliver Edwards, South Wales. The attendance at all the services was large, and good collections were made in aid of the chapel debt funds. SHOOTING COMPETITION. On Monday another shooting competition took place near the Sun Inn, Ponkey. In spite of the inclemency of the weather there was a large number of spectators. Nearly 70 came forward to compete. The winners were :— First prize, a ham, J. Gough, Street Issa second, a leg of mutton. Robert Griffiths, Bank Ddu third, a botile of whisky, Edward Tunnah, Bank Ddu. ROWLAND HILL AND HIS SAYINGS.— On Monday evening a highly interesting lecture on Rowland Hill and his sayings," was given at the Public llall, by the Rev. D. Oliver Edwards, South Wales. The proceeds were in aid of the English Baptist Chapel funds. Mr Henry Pickering. Penycae, presided, supported by the Rev. Henry noes. Rev. E. Mitchell, Rev. John Thomas, Mr Simon Jones, Mr James Lloyd Thomas, Mr Joseph Thomas, &e. The attendance was not very good. TIIF. PUBLIC? HALL LIUIIARV.—The Secretary of the Public Hall Library desires us to acknowledge with thanks the receipt of the following Government publications from the Right Hon. G. O. Morgan, M.P. :—" Explosions from Coal Dust in Mines Trade Unions (fourth report) Strikes and Lock-outs in 1890 "ElementaryEducation Report;" Merchandise Traffic and Schedule of Maximum Rates Agricultural Returns Births, Marriages and Deaths Friendly Societies Local Taxation Mines Postmen's Pay Pauperism Hours of Adult Labor (Colonies) Sivillgs, ]3iLilli", etc., ifcc. EASTEIS VEsTHL-On Tuesday a Vestry was held at St. John's Church for the purpose of appointing churchwardens, sidesmen. Arc., for the ensuing year. The chair was taken by the Rev. T. Prichard, vicar. Among those present were the Rev. T. Owen, curate, Mr Arthur E, Evans, Bronwvlfa Mr W. C. Hughes, Fennant Mr John Hughes. King's Head Inn Mr Pelham V. Woodford. Hall-street Mr E. Jones, National Schools Mr W. Taylor, Tanyclawdd Mr John Pritehard, Mr Robert Powdl, Mr Edwin Lewis, Mr Thomas Lewis, Mr D. C. Owen, clerk, Arc. The accounts for St. John's and St. Mary's Church were examined and passed. The Vicar appointed Mr A. E. Evans as vicar's warden, and Mr W. C. Hughes was appointed parishioners' warden. The new churchwardens for St. Mary's are Mr John Pritchard, Brook-street; and Mr Wm. Jones. Pentredwr. The new sidesmen at St. John's are Mr Edward Huxley. Caeau Farm Mr Benjamin YateR, Johnstown Mr Richard A. Owen, butcher and Mr Joseph Jones, Moreton Inn. The sidesmen at St. Mary's are Mr Robert Powell, Gutter-hill Mr Thomas Lewis, Campbell-street Mr AViii. Evans, and Mr R. Jones. A vote of thanks was passed to Miss Evans, Bron- wvlfa, for the weekly supply of flowers for the altar, and to all the ladies who had assisted in decorating the churches during the past year. ANNUAL TEA PARTY.—The annual tea party of the Scotch Baptists took place at the Titberiiacle Chapel, Ponkey, on Monday. A large number partook of the exellent tea, provided. The tea-makers were Miss Elizabeth Griffiths, Glasgow House; Mrs Anne House ilfrs Arre TIolwrts, Ponkey; MISS Sarah Parry. Miss S. A. Tunnah, The Square; Miss Hannah Davies, Bryn Ma.elo» Mrs Morris, Bank-street Mrs Jones, Bryn Hyfryd. and Miss Charles, Ponkey. In the evening a concert was held, Mr John Jones, Birkenhead, presiding. There was a crowded attendance. The programme consisted of congregational hymn, The Old Hundredth address by the chairman glee, Ser yr hafaidd nos," Male Voice Party solo, Mr Joseph Jone3 hymn. He is the lily of the vallev," the Jubilee Singers solo, Cwymp Llewelyn," Mr Henry Jones hymn," Hard trials," Jubilee Singers; solo and chorus. The orphan child," Miss Marv Jones and party part song, Glanau'r Dyfrdwy," Male Voice Party organ march and violin obligato, Master Wm. Jones and Mr Jonathan Thomas, Church-street solo, The Lost Chord," Mr Henrv Jones solo, Gwlad yr Eisteddfodau," Mr Joseph Jones hymn, Roll Jordan Roll," Jubilee Singers solo n.ll chorus, Only remember," Miss Mary Jones and Party (encored); duett, The Lily and tne nose, iiiessrs. tieriry ana d oscpn Jones: glee, Cydgan y morwyr," Male Voice Party and finale, God Save the Queen." Votes of thanks were passed to those who had assisted in tea making. and in the evening concert, as well to Mr Watkin Jones for kindly lending his organ for the occasion. CONCERT AT THE PUBLIC HALI,.—On Friday even- ing a concert was held at the Public Hall, under the auspices of the Welsh Baptists, (Zion Chapel) Pon- key. Mr Benjamin Davies, Bee Hive, presided. The attendance was very good. Among those present were the Rev. E. Mitchell, pastor of the above church, Mrs Mitchell, Mr and Mrs Roberts (Pleasant Creek House, Ponkey), Mr and Mrs Griffiths (Meirion House, Rhos), Mr J. Powell, Ac.. Ac. The chairman, on taking the chair, expressed the great pleasure he felt at being present on the occasion, and referred to the commendable efforts now being made by the various Nonconformist bodies of the neighbourhood to clear the chapel debts. The programme was I carried out as follows—Pianoforte solo, Mr Jonathan Thomas. Church-street; glee Awn i ben y Wvddfa fawr," Mr loan Griffiths and party; song Yr Ornest" (W. Davies), Mr 11. Emlyn Davies, Cefn Mawr (encored), song The miller of the Dee (Shirley)," song Twickenham Ferry," Miss Hughes. John-street; song The anchor's weighed," Mr Fred Griffiths, accompanied by Master Joseph Jones dialogue The crooked sixpence," Mr Thomas Williams and Mr R. Ellis; glee 11 Cydgan y Medelwyr" (David Jenkins), Mr loan Griffiths and party; tenor solo competition Neges v Blodeuyn," the two com- peting were Mr Meredith Jones and Mr Wm. Jones. The chairman very kindly gave n prize equal in value to that offered by the committee, namely, 7s 6d, which was divided between the competitors. The next items on the programme were—song "Blinais yn disgwyl," Miss Edwards, Ponkey; song The young brigade," Mr R. Emlyn Davies (encored); dialogue An honest clerk," Mr Ed. Edwards and Mr Joseph Griffiths; song" Jack.s bride," Miss Hughes; glee "Adgofion dedwydd," Mr loan Griffiths and party; song "Galwad y Tywysog," Mr n. Emlyn Davies; song Rwy'n cofio'r adeg dedwydd," Miss Edwards; and glee "Cydgan y glowyr," Mr Ioan Griffiths and party. The enter- tainment was very enjoyable, and the audience was evidently pleased with all the performers, particularly with Mr Emlyn Davies, whose excellent singing was greatly appreciated. Mr Jonathan Thomas, as usual, ably discharged the duties of accompanist. On the motion of Mr Mitchell, seconded by Mr Griffiths, a vote of thanks was passed to those who had taken part in the meeting and to the chairman for presiding. DEATH AND FUNERAL OF MRS. DENBIGH JONF.S.— We record with regret the death of Mrs Jones, Johns- town, wife of Mr J. Denbigh Jones, clerk to the Ruabon School Board, and senior deacon of the English Calvinistic Church at Hill-street. Mrs Jones had been in indifferent health for some time and & about two months ago had an ttt-, ek of inflammation of the lungs, which terminated fatally on Saturday. The deceased, who was of a genial and amiable dis- position and was in the forty-third year of her age, leaves a husband and five young children to mourn her loss. The funeral took place on Wednesday amidst general signs of regret, all the shops being closed and the blinds drawn on private houses on the way to the Wern Cemetery. Before leaving Johns- town, a service was held at the Congregational Chapel, conducted by the Rev. Richard Williams, pastor of the Hill-street Church. The other ministers taking part in the service at the Chapel were the Revs. John Jones, Ruabon William Foulkes, Llangollen; T. G. Owen, B.A., Liverpool; E. Jerman, Wrexham H. Roberts. Independent Minister, Rhos Richard Jones, Mancott; Owen Mathias, Coedpoeth and W. Hinton Jones, Shrewsbury. Letters regretting their inability to attend were received from the Revs. Josiah Jones, Flint: John Meredith, Rossett; Leigh Roose, Holt; Griffith Owen, Rhosddu; Richard Jones. Llanvniynecn; Messrs. Samuel Hughes, chairman of the Anglesey County Council; Geo. Garside, Cefn: J. E. Powell, Wrexham Ald. Christmas Jones, Cefn; and Mr V/. Davies. Llangollen. Cards of condolence were received from Mr E. Evans, J.P., and Miss Evans, Bronwvlfa. The funeral procession, which was very large, was led by the ministers, and in addition to those already named there were present:-Tlig Bevs. Robert Jones. CapelMawr; T. Prichard, vicar: J. Owen, curate E. Mitchell (B), Ponkey B. Prichard, Tai Nant; James Roberts. Ruabon L. J. Jenkins, vicar, Penycae; D. Williams (P,), Llangollen lwE. Morris, M.A., T. Phennah, Griffith Jones, Wrexham Chas. Williams, Moss; and O. B..Tones. Gwersyllt. Fol- lowing the ministers came the deacons of Hill-street Church. and Messrs Benjamin Davies, E. Hooson, Isaac Jenkins, B. Williams. J. ltogers. W. Jones, J. II. Thomas, R. T. Davies, Rhos T. Jones, Buckley; R. T. Davies, R. Sanvage, T. Parry, Wrexham G. J. Jones, Penygelli; and It. Jones. Adwy. The mourners were Mr Denbigh Jones and the children Mrs Sliepstone, Holyhead Mr and Mrs Lloyd Jones and two sons, Llangollen Mr and Mrs Edwards Stanley House, Rhos; Mr and Mrs Williams, Oswestry and Mr J. C. Thonias, Leicester. Among D r. J. C DaN-iea, the general public present were ;Dr. J. C. Davies, Rhos Messrs John Jones. Johnstown Hezekiah I Jones, Liverpool Houss J. Hughes, King's Head I Inn; and J. Owen, "Ruabon; the teacheva under the 1 Ruabon School Board; members of Hill-street Sunday School o-c. The hearers were Messrs Price Jones, Samuel Taylor, Josepli Taylor, Joseph Charles, Rhos, Henry Parry, 0, vestry, and Cyrus Watkin, Llangollen. At the cemetery the service was conducted by the Rev. O. B. Jones, Gwersyllt, and Revs. R. Jones and It. Williams, Rhos. A very large number of beautiful wrcath were Rent by :—Mr and Mrs Lloyd Jones, Mr and Mrs R. Jones, Johnstown Mrs Rogers, Gorphwysfa, Wrexham Mrs Owen, Mrs Ro p ers. Gorphwysf a.. Vrex h :un Mrs Owen, Moreton Inn Mrs Owen, Mount House, ltuabon Mrs Morrish, Ruabon Mrs William Edwards, Mrs Williams, Oswestry the Sunday School Class of the deceased Mrs Jones. Maclor View; Miss Gabriel, Mr J. C. Thomas, Mrs Foulkes. Lbmgollen Mrs Jane Evans, Bronwylfa Mrs Jenkins, Mrs John Jones, Johnstown Mrs Owen, Shrewsbury Mrs Francis, Llangollen Mrs Huuhes and Mrs James Jones, Llangollen Mrs Jones, Duke-stieet; Miss Roberts, Mount Pleasant Arc.

CEFN AND RKOSYMEDRS. I EXTRAORDINARY SALE OF HOT CROSS BLNS.—Mr Roberts, the Crane Shop, sold on Friday and Satur- day nearly 13,000 hot cross buns. LECTURE. In connection with the F.benazer Literary and Musical Guild, the Rev. H. J. Parry gave a lecture on Saturday evening in the schoolroom, the subject being Some definitions of Genesis. There was a fair attendance. ANNIVERSARY.—The anniversary in connection with the Welsh Independents took place on Sunday, and continued throughout Monday, when able sermons were preached to large congregations by the Rev. Job Miles, Aberystwyth, and the Rev. J. C. Jones. Ruthin. ST. JOHN'S CHURCH.—Matins and evensong were held in this church daily during Passion Week. On Easter Sunday it large number of communicants assisted at the high celebrations of the Holy Eucliarist both at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. The anthems taken were Awake, thou that slcepest" (Sim j.er i. and "He is risen" (Holloway). Both were rendered by the choir with praiseworthy precision, and ill a most impressive manner as indeed everything was throughout the services. It is to be regretted that some churchman has not given an organ to this church ere now. The sacred ediiice was most t-.iKtA- fullv decorated by the following ladies:—Chancel, Mrs J. W. Thomas (Vicarage) pulpit, Miss llarr,s windows, Mrs Archer, Mrs W. H. Thomas, Mrs li. G. Evans, Mrs Rogers, Mrs Evans, and Miss Jones. ANNUAL TE A AND LITERARY MEETING—These annual popular events, which are looked forward to with the greatest interest throughout the district, took place ut the Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Chapel, Acrefair, on Friday. The promoters had wisely introduced several competitions, which always prove and ensured a large number of competitors. So numerous were they that it was found necessary to hold preliminary tests, the first of which was held in the Hyfrydie C.M. Chapel, Cefn. The tea was pro- vided m the schoolroom, when a large number of members and friends sat down, and the tables were presided over by the following ladies :-?lrs .Tani, Mrs Pritehard, Mrs Williams. Acre House; Mrs Roberts, Mrs Griffiths, Cefn; Mrs Thomas, Trefv- liaut Mrs Davies, Trefynant; Mrs Edwards. Peny- Lryu; Miss Thomas, Piasmadoc Miss Roberts, and Miss Davies, l'iisynverii. The public ntft-ting was to commence at six o'clock, by which time the ciiapcl was completely packed. Mr William Williams, Cefn, who conducted, said that they would ali regret that Mr John Thomas, C.C., Chirk, the appointed chair- man, was unable to be present, and read the iollowir.g letter :—" Dear Sir,—It grieves me that I am obliged to inform you that I shall not be able to be present at Acrefair to-morrow night. I have for soiue time been unable to go about as usual, and the doctor for- bids my being out at night. I should have been pleased to come. I am lookmg forward to come there in May to the ? Sassiwn y Plant." I am endo",int[ I 10s towards the expenses of the meeting and wishing you much success, I am, yours, etc., .JOHN TIIO:AS. —Mr Williams, Hen House, asked the Rev. J. Hughes, Neston Rliyw, to take the chair. The rev. gentleman was warmly received, and having appropriately opened the meeting. "Abon" delivered a p propri;i.te l y opeiie, his bardic address, after which, Mr E. Pritehard sang "Rhys ap Goronwy," with pleas::>g effect. Mr G. W. Hughes next gave his adjudication on the shorthand writing, and J. T. Roberts, Cefn, was awarded the prize. An interesting juvenile reciting competition followed. The verses were Tad wrch y Llyw," and W. H..Tones. Penycae, was declared the best. For the best rendering of Blue jjeils of Scotland on the piano there were five competitors, and Master Caradog Roberts. Rhos, was awarded the prize. Mr Parry, Acrefair School, gave his adjudica- tion on the writing of the Psalm cxxx. There were seven competitors, and Caradog Roberts, Hhos. was the best, but the adjudicator generously gave a prize to each competitor. Three were deemed worthy to appear before the audience in the teuor or soprano solo, 0 na byddai'n ha.f o hyd," viz., Mr John Eaton, Vron, Mr D. E. Ellis, Acrefair, and Miss Caroline Wright. Pontcysyllte. A close competition ensued. Miss Wright, however, won for time and expression, and she wa.s enthusiastically cheered. The l-tev. J. Hughes next gave it most interesting adjudication on tHe essays, the subject of which was Perthynas yr Ysgol a r Eglwys c The relation of the school with the church "). Mr James Edwards, Rhos, was the best. As with the previous solo, Mr W. M. Roberts, Wrexham, only allowed three com- petitors in the bilss or baritone to appear at the meet- ing. viz., Messrs D. Jones, Arthur Davies, and J. R. Davies, all of whom gave excellent renderings of Y wlad u. garaf ii," but Mr Roberts had no difficulty in awarding the prize to Mr Arthur Davies. Mr Wm. Williams next read Mr J. W. Jones' adjudication upon the pencil sketch of the front of the chape!. There were three competitors, and Master Wiliium Evans, Mile End, Trefynant, was the best. Mr Jones kindly gave a prize to the other competitors. There was a good competition in the duet, Ddaa Wladgarwr." Messrs Edward Jones and Thomas Thomas was successful. For the best verses to the late Rev. C. H. Spurgeon there were three com- petitors, and" Abon," the adjudicator, awardcd the prize to Mr S. Valentine. For the best speech of seven minutes' duration Mr John Roberts, Vron, I won. For sinin any congregational hymn bv those I upwards 9f for\ years of age, Mr Edwards, Acrefair, WAS the best. For describing an object shown on the platform, Mr Richard Evans, Pen Llyn, was the first, after which came the chief and last item of the moot- ing, viz., juvenile choir competition, for which a prize of 30s was offered. Only two choirs entered, viz., Pen Llyn, Llangollen, and Pontcysyllte. The latter, which was conducted by Mr John Wright, was declared the winner. After the usual votes of thanks had been accorded the successful meeting terminated. The adjudicators werc :-Music, Mr W. M. Roberts, Wrexham essays, Rev. R. Hughes poetry, Mr Henry Davies (" Abon "). Cefn; miscellaneous, Mr W. G. Hughes, G.T.S.C., Rhosymedre, Mr W. Parry, Acrefair School, and Mr J. W. Jones. Denver House, Cefn Bychan. Mr R O. Pritehard was the accom- panist.

OVERTON. I TKA PARTY.—A tea party Was given at the Mission Hoam, Knolton, in order to defray the expense of providing for different articles of furniture required for the above room. A few ladies in the neighbour- hood kindly undertook to find the necessary eatables, Ac. Over seventy were present, and the takings amounted to £2 88. VIISTRY.—The Vestry meeting was held on Monday to pass the churchwarden's accounts for the past year, and to appoint churchwardens for the ensuing year. Rev. J. Llnwin presided. There were present —Messrs. Edmund Peel, C. E. Studley, Samuel Trickett, Wm. Wright. Henry Williams, Francis FitzJohn, Edwin Woodliall, and Edward Roberts. The churchwardens' accounts were examined and found correct, there being ? balance in hand of X4 13s 2d. A vote of thanks to the out-going church- wardens was proposed and carried unanimously. Mr Edmund Peel was elected rector's churchwarden. Was proposed by Mr FitzJohn, and seconded bv Mr Henry Williams, that Mr Samuel Trickett be the parish churchwarden, and carried unanimously. The following were proposed as mdesmen—Messrs. G. W. Tringham, W. Y. Hargreaves, Robert Dunc?n, and J. D. Htudtey. Mr Peel and Major Fawkes were appointed to attend the Diocesan Conference. £ nd Mr Tringham and Mr Hargreaves were elected ruri- decanal representatives. A vote of thanks to the Chairman was proposed by Peel and seconded bv Mr Roberts. Carried unanimously. CONCERT.—A concert was given at the National School, on Wednesday evening, when a fairly repre- sentative audience attended to listen to a rendering of that popular cantata, "The Haymakers, by theVillage Choir. Elaborate preparations had been made, a commodious platform being provided for the per- formers, the front of which was tastefully decorated with evergreens. Among those present were Mr Edmund Peel and the Misses Peel, Masters Unwin, Mr George Tringham, Master and Miss Jones, Shellbrook Miss Williams, The Brow Hon Mrs Tighe, Miss Tiglie, Miss Waters, Miss Rosa Studley, Mrs Goderich, Mrs and Miss Scragg, Capt. and Mrs Marshall, Miss Manley, Mrs Wrelstead, Miss Jones Gwalia Miss Maggie Jones, Worthenbury, &c., &c. The orchestral accompaniments were first violin Miss E. Wybergli second violin. Mr John Morris double bass, Mr George Jones pianoforte. Mr C. 4 rs F; T. Gobit. The Wybergh American organ, Mrs J. T. Gobat, The vocalists were—First soprano, Miss M. Morris. I secon d soprano, the flon. Mr. second soprano, the Hon. Mrs Tighe and Miss MA.ud; baritone, Dr. Gobat tenors, Messrs. J. Peake and J. (iabriel basses, Messrs. Hughes and George Jones; contralto, Miss Hughes. The farmer's daughteri were personated by Miss M. Morris and Hon. Mis Tighe the farmer, by Dr. Gob-it the assistants* respectively by Messrs. J. Peake J. G. Gabriel, Hughes, and George Jones; dairymaid. Miss Hughes. Besides these there were a chorus of men s voices. a chorus of women's voices, and the fTIll chorus of hay- makers, numbering it bout thirty voices. The can- tata was exceedingly well rendered, and a great drul of this is due to the Conductor, Rev. J. Unwin, wiio has spared no pains to have things, right. The names of Wybergh and Morris are a sufficient guarantee that nothing would be lacking in the orchestral ac- companiment- As regards the wcalists it is hardly fair, when all '?etc so g?)?)d to make any dlstmckon, the personiifers of the dairyingi-3 and the seconi :(.s? Risb,nt being especially good. The choruses were sung well, and were given v-4- ° vigor which was quite refreshing. OVERTON LOCAL NOTES. The welcome voice of tb? cuckoo v.-Ets iere last Sunday. The recent frosts have uvide sad havoc at the fruit trees. Mr Gladstone's advice- to farmer. r,1.inIT i-m will not be much appreciated this vear. ° The river is now very low. The" caitucs are few and far lietv/fton. The questionWhen is the railway conung Overton people must be fond of music. Concerts seem to be the rage here.

COEDPOETH AND MINERA NANT WESLEYANS.—A competitive lneetinw Was held in the New Welbh Wesleyan Chapel on C J Friday, when the Rev. Thorns Hushes. Wro-'in. presided. The programme was an enjovable orj and a large num ber of people were present ANOTHER TRAP ACCIDENT—While Thomas Penygelli, was preparing to return to fot, his last load at 10 p.m., on Saturday, he met v'itl serious accident. He had been fcsdhi" ? the llu -sf and had taken cff the head gearing, when t).? }.?? bolted up the hill towards the Tahvrn. Jn torn'? a sharp an?Ic into the PonUvyn farmvard. Mr ,Jone was jerked upon h!s arm into the ro:?(? t)?,.t'? wii,? jerkc.l (I!POII lli'3 ti:ill ijito tlie rc)zt, left 6ile. His watch-glass was abo H.u?.ih.'f] 'j horse, :ttcr making the trap a complete wreck* t-nd? tu?hoitin:(.n :).d)oinmg field. ?I?.Jo?c? V' L" )" home, and attended to by Dr. Edwards 11).??- W. M„ N??- J??HT<,x.-A,, in.t?i?, ;„ connection with the new chapel of New hri?btnn ■ co)lll6,:t;oll witli tile new cl?l,%I)Cl Of !Ne',v I')I-i?,fl)ton 'r (loud tiL J-'i'.Iid of i? strong here, about 70 Lttelidtigbi?ild illg, superintended by Mc.?rs H. Glimths ',nd T' .Jones, Cueupoetii, who are assiduous in their a^e tions to the musical tastes of tLe children () Friday the tea tables were under the r-irp r.f »i tile te'L were iiiller tite ciirc? (-)f the Mrs M. Davies ?nd Mi? F. L, Williams, Vi4es ?' A. Williams and S. A. Jones ?nd Mrs A. Evans. Mrs A. Harris and Mrs J. \Vilhams. Alter tea t)'^i children adjourned to an :djoimn? fidd. ¡¡indh' le for the o?c?s?on by Mr J. Roberts, Tiivce]\n In tl evening, ?t seven, a con?rt and eo'npLt.i?vt. n.ct.'i,? wM held, under the presidency of Mr Win T!,0- Tahvrn, whcu a vane;! programme, con* ° co-npctluccs in spelling, ie?diug, sii?h?. < £ ,„i songs ""d sofoH, w?s pertormed. The ioHowh?. ?. <? nm-?d performances: Glee, Gweddi'i Tei iwi- Nam, dec Party, conducted bv *Mr « Evans: son?. "Gcnmcn." Mr T. Ito«erV -r C "Cysgod y Graig," Nan: Glee Party; chf.n). J., nros ?y.?.'r le.?u.?' J?nd of Hope Choir- ,-]?. "Cyflwyniad Joseph (.md encore? Llawc.mid Jo,ep?t (;Ijlfl ellc;ore) 'mUil ,-1- nn. ?li- T. Hoger; c J .i /j!. ? mi- i- MII r r1n Ri> ogers; cnorns, "Cw-nip JM/i!on Band of Hope Glee Party. The mcetit? w?,n<), appreciated, and enjoyed bv :tH. YWJ1Ei:lY SALES.—At .he City A ms. ?Ihicn (n Wcdncs lay, Mc Mr.? A???t and Son, h?tructc.f f)\,h? executors of the IMe Mr ?'chn.:dHghg-i.soidti two coLtuges known as Wern (??t??es. Miner? 'Ihe I ? ?k l" "era, .?d t:ie .?jonin? land. Ihe s.?e w?s coni?c?cei Wilh a bid (A ??60. ?i.d sui sequurJv th.. p:(.?rtv was knocked down to the New Minera Mm n Cow" wa.li kiiockcd do-,vn to the Nc%?- k?iiilur;i :'?Iiii 1) Col, —At the Cro?s Poxes, (oedpod lJ, at 7'30 ))n! the same day, another freehold prcperty s?c \vas ht:ld by Mr W. 1". Gibbons, when four loin oiprupettv sftmted ill J??ch?wny and rh?w?-n ?ju)i'.?u\?r. ocercd. There was a fair attendance. Mr V. vnn Evans represented the owner. There were present Messrs Ashton Bradic-v. L, Currin«ton T. H. Michel!, C. J. Gibbon, R. VV iiliams, Bwiciiiiwvii and W. Rogers, hho"dlr, A hOThC. gaHkn, al)dnJd, occupied by Mr Edward Lloyd. Pentirebais. was com- menced with .fIN, and eventually sold at 1116 in tbe occupier. A house and garden, occupied by Mr K W iliiaiiis, Middle-road, Pentrebaia, was offered with a rc. erve of £ o0, no advance was made. Ano'her house, garden, and field, on the Ituthin-roa 1. near the Naiiiyifi-i'h Reservoir, occupied by Mr T. lkI:e'll, was knocked down to Mr Aa'iton Bra !;ev for Xioi. ].,()r a house and garden, occupied by Mr Ambrose Ilort, Gorse, Piasgwn .Mountain, no advance up n tht reserve of £65 was nu de, and therefore the lot withdrav>n.

RHOiST YLiLEN. RI;IMIIT\K Mi.TiioDjsr CJI.UMIL.—On Gocd I-'iidav 't t t J-; 1, f ¡ the annual tea party took place. 2he feliouin't assisted at tiie tatj.es:—Mrs Smith (Wrexham.. Mrs II. Roger: Mrs Dan Roberts, Mrs 1t. Jones. Mrs Steen, Mrs J. Pntt, Miss Timber'ale. Messrs H Rogers. W. Parry, J. Piatt, T. Edge, It. Jones, and J. Hogers. In the evening an entertainment was given, when the following took part:—Miss Davies, Rhos; Miss II. ij. Adams, St. Helens; MUs Stccn. Wrexham; Mrs Dan Roberts, iihostyilen MessrsG." Pillinger. It. Pairy, E. Parry, W.1 V:i*rv, iind T. Davie. Ilirdir Choir, conductor Mr Dan Roberts • Rhos Male Party, conductor Mr H. I'-orv: accom- panists, Miss Smith, Wrexham, and Mr A. Lloyd, Riio- chairman, Mr R. Junes. Wrexham. The wiu supplied by Me».~rs Crane and Sons, Wrexham. On Easter Sunday, two serinens were preached by the Rev. W. Smith, Wrexham, and spcci.il hymns, Ac., were given by the choir. Mrs Dan Roberts ah>o sang "List to the Chiming of Easter Bells." Mr Dan Roberts pcc5idd at the harmonium.

GWERSYLLT. I.O.G.T.—Oil ednesday evening a fraternal visit was paid by members of Hope of Cern Lodge to Gwenfro Lodge, the Congregational Schoolroom I cing packed. A capital programme was provided: Bro. Benjamin Wilhams presided. On the motion of Mr secoi-ided by Mr John Phillips, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the Cefn friends, who were provided with supper by the Gwenfro Lodge. CONOKEGAXIONAL C.uracil.—The annual tea meet- ing and concert took place on Good Friday, in the Schoolroom, when upwards of 400 partook of an excellent tea, the provisions being provided hy Mrs Jones, Brynissn. The following ladies presided at the tables:—Misses Catherine and Marv Jones, Wcodhir.d View; Mrs Berkley, Bradiev; Miss Prit- c l )a.r d Hi-adley Miss Tayior. MissM Ailcn ?2), ehard^ Bradley Miss Taylor. Misses Allen 12), SoddyHt; Miss Amelia Jones, Miss Jenkins, Mrs Edwards, Mrs Barratt. Bread and butter cutters:— Mrs J. Rogers, Mrs W. Jones, Mrs S. R. Joiiei. Mrs Edward Evans. Rose Villa; Mrs Tilston, Bradley; Mrs Phoenix, Mis Y> Williams, Pump Houses. Tea brewer. Mrs Thomas, Llay. After the reinova of the tables a miscellaneous entertainment took place, presided over by the pastor, the Rev. S. R. Jones. The foi'o.ving programme was gone through:—Pianoforte so?o, Signal March," Miss Marian Jones: song, The Pilot," Mr Isaac Thomas Williams; song. "The very worst girl in school," Miss Crewe. encored, and gzive Robin Adair sonfr. Somebody whispering sù sweetly," Frank Jones; recitation, "Herz and the landlord," Mr Underwood; The missing bott, Rev. S. Jones; duet, "Two sailers," Miss Thomas and Friiih Jones; recitation, Bob Scratcbelv's Religion," Mr D. L. Evans; song, M iss Marian Jones; reading, The soldier s re- prieve," Mr Price Evans: song. Miss Crewe: sor.g. Father, pray with me to-night," Mr J. T. Williams. On the motion of Mr J. Rogers, seconded by Mr W. Jones, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the tOt-makcra, special mention being made of Mrs Thonias, Llay, for brewing the tea. The National Anthem, led by Miss Amelia Jones, closed the meet- ing. CONCERT.—This was held on Tuesday in Gwersyllt school for the purpose of providing sewing materials for the school girls. The chairman was the vicar, the ltcv. J. Dobell. A vote of thanks to the per- foriiier.-i LDLI to tb.2? c l i-v i rui, formers and to the chairman was proposed by Ctpt. Clayton. Among those present were the Misses Clayton, the Misses Dobell, Mrs T. H. Clayton, Mrs and Miss Clark, Mr F. Sparrow, Mr H. Sparrow. Mr and Mrs E. Bradshaw, Miss Chatham. Miss M. A. Jones, Miss Lea, Miss Bradshaw, Mrs Rd. Williams. Mrs T. Jones, Mr Hogg: the stewards on the occasion were Mr Rd. Phillips and Mr J. E. Gittens. The following programme was well sustained Pianoforte solo Village," Miss F. ,o l o i. Vil l a g e, -)Iiss F. Lea k e 'o Leake; song Ho jolly Jenkiri," Mr G. T. Mason song, The VaHey of Shadow (with violin obligator M:ss Violet Whieldcn vio?l", solo, Chanson D'Amour," Miss Eveline Whieldon reading, Rev. J. Dobell; song, Mr A. Evans; pianoforte solo. Polontise in E," Mr G. F. Mason; reading from Three Men in It Boat," Mr J. S. LeLLIce; violin solo, ''Tarantella," Miss E. Whieldon; song. Mr A. Evans; song, Miss Violet Whieldon humorous sketch, "Tlie Silver Wedding," Mr G. F. Mason.

MALPAS. Tm-: OLD HALL S.VLK.—Mr Frank LlovJ conducted the sale of Stock at the Old Hali last week. A numerous company attended, and trade ruled brisk throughout. Dairy cows, with calves, made Ul) to X23 each; barrens X10 to X12 lOz, horses from 61 g", to 73 gs.; two-year-old fillier. up to 55 gs. Several lots of implemellt., made over new prices. Theere was a very keen competition for the books at ThRrsday t sale, and feather beds made up to Is 3d per lb.

I M OLD. Scirooi, BOAUD.—A special meeting of this Board wits held on Tuesday, Mr William Cathrall presiding, when Miss A. E. Davies (Liverpool) was appointed assistant mistress at the Bistre Board Schools, to commence duties on the 30th of May.

BOWLING.-Tlie adjourned general meeting of the Wrexham Bowling Club was held at the Bowling Green Inn, on Thursday evening, when u was pro- posea that the formal opening of the Giceii be on ^5 6th, when a dinner will be held, and some vidu- able prizes will be bowled for. Gentlemen wishing to join the club will please send in their names at once to Mr W. Ledsham, hon. secretary. The Green being under the charge of Mr C. Evans will ensure it being in good condition.

ARMY, MILITIA, AND VOLUNTEERS. A curious accident occurred on Tuesday to a voting soldier named Northa.m.of the F Company 2nd Bat- i talion Scottish Rifles (Cameronians), stationed at the VV est Infantry li:irrack. Aldcrshot. Ho attended early morning parade, which principally consists at this tiliie of the year o; doubling round the ->]uan\ :1.nd h,tving completed õ.bi" part of the -AY)rii his squad was halted standing to.atter.tion, Noriiiatl,apparently somewhat exhausted, from his exertions, became f,t;iit, tDd dropping his head sudtWlv over to the right fell on t::c of hiasho-A sword bavonet. He receivcd a deep cut on the throaiand was at mice coii\cjed to the hospital. On Monday a £ tK:aoo"> as the Scscfeorougli Artillery Volunteers were Para<ilng the main street of that town. a horse Rawing a trap dashed into 4s rear. Beieirtl men wera thrown down. The tn\t) turned over and threw iis.occupant, Mr Denham. i-i ivily to the pavement, he having to be conveyed home in 90. cat), it was ioiuid that the vehicle had passed over lour of the bandsmen, and inured all more or less seriously. After being attended at tho lminmvi'v. three sent home in c--kz3. The Courth 1>1:111" Lancc-Corporal Dawson, wa^.detained ill the inani- tion. lion. 1. It is fi:it,sfactory to learn ixom Lieut-Col. Everett tha; out of sixty-five men a; the Stag College tliero aro now twenty-six who are: either photographers or :\TC on the way to become .0. I n 1 P.' 1 'il. I Major Beresfoid, of thRoyal Engipoors, has hope of seeing the phonograph in general iise in si10 field, and even the telephone is, from a mihtury pein11 of view, faj: front satisfactory.

BANGOR RACES. A complete report of these races, which take phue to-day (!• riday), wiH appear in a later addition th? j evening. i Printed and Published for the Proprietors bv WU.IA CRAiu.F,s 15AVI.i.V at the Aeleertivei' Office. WrssliW* I m the county of Denbigh.—April 23rd. 1892"