Wrexham and Denbighshire Advertiser and Cheshire Shropshire and North Wales Register

A MYSTERIOUS OUTBREAK. A few days ago attention of the authorities in Manchester was called to an unusually large number of cases ot what appeared to be arsenical poisonings, which had baen reported to the medical tflicers of the city. Investigation, AS fo llowed, and it is generally understood that the illness has ktian caused by the consumption of beer, in which some ingredient other than malt and hop3, ka.s been used. The illness has extended to Chester, and there a-ems to be an indication of outbreaks in other places. Of course it may not be beer after all, for in these days, arsenic and preparations of it, enter very largely sot only into articles of diet, but into things used for decoration and dress also. We have always mderstood that the grateful and pleasing colour green, owes mush of its bsauty to :the subtle poison. It is perhaps worth noting that this .r,ictiom of the rainbow ought to be looked IPOU with some suspicion. But without a doubt, beer is answerable for very many cases, iad it will be interesting to learn whether the p-ii-onous beverage was made from the pare malt alid hops, or whether it was brewed from sub- ititutes. There are a very large proportion of people who drink beer, and we hope one result of this lameatable outbreak will be that the Govern- ment will see that they shall only have offered to them pure beer from real honest ingredients. The natural risks involved in drinking the purest If beer arc large enough without having them in- »reA~ed by a risk of arsenical poisoning. j

OUR NATIONAL HISTORY. I It has often been remarked that tke average I Welshman knows more of the History of I Eui;iand than he does of the History of Wales, and some excuse for this is given in :he statement that there is no History of Wales yet written which is available for itudy. We were all looking to Mr O. M. Edwards, now he has wisely retired from Parliament, to give us the book we want, but Ii, i jlls us in ('jii/tiv that there are plenty of books. He points out that Some of lUt- ablest historians of the age have written sareitilly on certain periods of it. Principal Rhys has shed a. flood of light on the epoch in which Paganism vanished before the light of Christianity. Freeman hat told the history oi tiic Norman Conqutst in Wales fully and ¡ eloquently in his own patriotic way. Mr Wylie, one of our most careful historians, has .a.de a study of the history of Owen Glyndwr. Ili Seebohm has illustrated the leading 1-atures of our tribal system." This is no doubt true, and it was hardly j n-cessary for Mr Edwards to trouble to tell j lh' It is quite true that the earnest student f: of Welsh History could find much more, but \\J¡at we are concerned with is not the man who can devote years to the study and trace it. trom volume to volume. It is the intellectual j S'juivalent of the man in the street" we are fluking of. For a few shillings he may I Green's History of the English People," and in one book read more than he wants to kuriw. Something like this ought to be done tor Wales. And we have atways thought that when Mr Edwards was relieved from Parlia- ment and relaxed his other extraneous tasks, he would confer a lasting boon upon the nation by giving to us a reliable history. This he could do and we venture to think, hi ought to do. Gifted with a charming style and an intense love of his nation, where i- the man who could place the story of our liational life so forcibly before the great l"iblic outside, as well as inside of our i'orders. The rising generatien in Wales in danger of forgetting to what they hjiong. They may consider themselves as inhabitants of a mere colony, and whose fault will that be ? The University College at Cardiff is to have lectures on Welsh History delivered there. The astonishing thing is that they should not have been there from till: beginning. But so it is. And the fruitful oause is, in our opinion, the need of a good History. Mr Edwards can supply the need. And when he does so, we have no doubt the work will be worthy of the subject and of the gifted writer.

A Royal proclamation issued on Monday even- ing summons Parliament to meet on December 3, instead of December 10—the date to which the Houses were prorogued—for divers weighty and lrgeut reasons.

„ PERSONAL. i Sir W. Williams Wynu. Bart., has fccjn shoot- ing witn Lord Mostyn at Mostyn Hall. Mr Alban William Llewelvn Butler has been gazetted second lieutenant 1st V.B.R. W.F. -^r Morley contradicts a report that the return of the Earl of Rosebery to the Liberal party will mean his own disappearance from public life, The death is announced at Talysarn, near Carnarvon, of Mr J. J. Evans, e.G.S.. one of the greatest authorities on slate quarrying in Wales; I We are glad to lc;rll that further telegrams have been received from South Africa saying that ui_nt. Mainwarin 9, Imperial Yeomanry, is pro- gressing favourably. The Rev. Thomas Llovd Lewis Williams, rector of Corwen, bag accepted the rectory of Newtown, vacant by the preferment of the Rev. J. S. Lewis to the Vicarage of Ruabon, which has been offered him by the Bishop of St. As^ph. The Bishop of St Asaph has offered the living of Rhesycae to the Rev. Armon Ellis, curate of the Welsh Church at Manchester, and formerly curate of Wrexham. The living is of the value of £ 180 per annum, but at present a proportion of this amount is taken by the Rev. Griffith Jones, who lately resigned the living. Last week Lord Kenyon and a party, consist- ing of the Earl of Warwick, Sir Walter Corbet, Mr E. de C. Oakeley, Mr H. Callander, and Captain A. Lloyd, shot over his Lcrdtihjp's preserves at Gredington, Llanforda, and Penley. Good sport was obtained, the bag including 1.320 pheasants, of which 600 were secured at Llan- forda. Capbin Griffiih-Boscawen, Trevalyn Hall, writes —" Sir,—You quoted last week a para- graph from the Iloriiinq Leader as to the appoint- ment of my son, Mr A. Griflith-Boscawen, M.P., to the post of Parliamentary Charity Commis- sioner, in which it was erroneously stated that, though I took the additional name of Boscawen, there was no connection with the Boscawen- Falnouth family. I have written to the Leader to correct this statement, my mother's family being directly descended from the first Viscount Falmouth in the male line, and my mother and her sisters having been great nieces of the well- known Admiral Boscawen, ancestor of the present Lord Falmouth, I assumed the Boscawen name by my mother's express wish, on succeeding to her share of the Boscawen (anciently Trevor) estates in Denbighshire and Flintshire." The Morning leader says:—" We are requested bv Mr I B. T. Griflith-Boscawen, of Trevalyn Hall, the father of the member for the Tonbridge Division, of whose genealogy we recently wrote, to explain that he took the name of Boscawen on succeeding to a share of the Boscawen estates in North Wales, by the express wish of his mother, through whom he inherited them. This lady was a daughter ol Wiliiam Boscawen, grandson of the first Lord Falmouth and nephew of the well- known Admiral Boscawen.' We mention these interesting facts with pleasure." At St. George's Hall, Liverpool, on Monday, the tableaux and scenes given in aid of Lady Lansdowne's Fund some weeks ago at Chester, were repeated. A lady correspondent of the Liverpool Courier says ;-The second part of the programme opened with Welsh Druid tableaux, skilful in composition, rich and harmonious in colouring, and full of marvellous decorative impressivenesa. The performers were, appro- priately enough, of Welsh birth or descent, and the scenes illustrative of the weird ceremony of cutting the mistletoe. Sir Watkin W Wynn was Archdruid, and the Druidesses, Mrs Hayes, Lady Magdalen W. Bulkeley, Mrs Brodrick, Miss Leche, Mrs Assheton Smith, Miss Cunliffe, Miss Paget, and Miss Peel, wore lovely floating draperies of pale blue silk, all wrought with silver, and chaplets of gold oakleaves on their hair. Quite the most interesting tableaux from its historic associations was descriptive of the escape of Henry Tudor, afterwards Henry VII., from Mostyn Hall during the Wars of the Roses. It was an exact oopy of Mr Herbert Sydney's picture of the incident at Mostyn Hall, which in- cludes portraits of the present Mostyn family, who appeared in the tableaux in the characters they represent in the pictures. The grouping was beautifully done, and the Tudor dresses were very splendid. Lady Mostyn was picturesque in yellow brocade, with a jewelled head-dress from which fell a great veil Mrs Henry Mostyn was stately and gracefnl in a gown of black velvet sewn with turquoises, the long pointed sleeves lined with ermine, and a quaint black velvet cap made a perfect frame for her fine face. Then Miss Pennant, in white and silver, with a blue head-dress and a veil of silver gauze, was as dainty and pretty as possible.

WREXHAM. -1 PROPOSED MEMORIAL. The members of the Queen-street Congregational Church, where the late Rev. Dr. Roberts (Dewi Ogwen) ministered for nearly thirty years, have decided to place a memorial column over his grave in the Borough Cemetery. POOR CTIILBBEV'S Tyk.-This takes place on January 2nd at the Public Hall. Tea will be served at three p.m. The committee would be glad of the assistance of both lady and gentlemen helpers. Further information can be obtained from Miss Taylor, West Grove. LEGAL.—Amongst thf successful candidates in the intermediate rxiiinination, held this month, for law student. appears the name of Mr John S. Parry, son of Mr James Parry, Bwlchgwyn. Mr Parry is serving his articles with Messrs Jno. Jones and Kendrick, solicitors, Wrexham. SUCCESS.—At the National Cavy Club Show, held at Leeds on Wednesday, Mr J. Davies, Vicarage Lodge, again succeeded in obtaining first honours, winning the first and special prizes with his noted Abyssinian cavy Perfection," and very highly commended each with two other exhibits. TEMPBRANCE SUKDAY.—On Sunday last special sermons were preached in most of the churches of the town, and earnest exhortations delivered with reference to the claims of the temperance cause. Special reierence was made at several churches to the earnest appeal issued by the Wrexham Tem- perance League, calling attention to the deplorable and widespread misery and ruin which the drink traffic is working in Wrexham, to the poverty and despair of many families, and the almost insuper- able obstacle which the traffic presents in reach- ing masses of the people, frustrating and mocking all efforts of a Christian and philanthropic character. QUEEN-STREET SUNDAY SCHOOL COMPETITIVE MEETING.—On Friday, a very successful com- petitive meeting was held at the Queen-street Congregational School, Wrexham, in connection with the Sunday School. The number of com- petitors in the several sections were very numerous, and some of the compositions sent in for competition in the various departments were pronounced by the adjudicators to be excellent. The adjudicators were:—Messrs R. Bates (Cefn) and J. Lloyd Price, the Rev. R. Peris Williams, Messrs James Morris, R. E. Morgan, J. P. Davies, Joseph Edwards, J. Edwards, the Rev. H. Parry (Rhosymedre), Messrs Llewelyn Davies, A. Cadwaladr, W. Hughes, R. Roberts, R. P. Jones, J. A. Davies, T. W. Davies, T. Jones, Evan Ellis, Mrs Peris Williams, Mrs D. Williams, Misses M. Roberts and M. E. Davies. The meeting was presided over by Mr David Williams, the superintendent of the Sunday School, who made an excellent chairman. After I the Chairman's address, Messrs Llewelyn Davies and R. E. Morgan delivered bardic addresses. Mr J. Lloyd Price then gave the Eisteddfod Song," after which the competitions took place, and the prizes were awarded as follows:—For the t best essay on How to make the Sunday School more successful," a silver medal was given to each of the two best competitors, viz., Messrs Alfred Humphreys and R. E. Morgan. The second prize was awarded to Mr Beckett Lloyd, and the third to Mr E. D. Evans and another competitor whose name was not disclosed. In the recitation competition, Wesul Tipyn," Miss A. Hughes, Bodifyr, won the first prize, and Miss Edith M. Hughes the second. In the chief poetical com- petition the successful competitor was Mr R. E. Morgan. The prizes for reciting a hymn were won by Miss Gwladys E. Roberts and Miss Harriet Hawkins, and the prizes for reciting Y Ci a'r Cysgod by Master Gwilym Williams and Miss fidith M. Hughes. For the best reading of Scripture, Misses Hawkins and Hannah Edwards. For the best worked nightdress case the first prize was awarded to Miss Priscilla Ellis, and the second to Miss Gwladys E. Roberts. For trans- lating English words into Welsh, Miss H.  Hawkins won the first prize and Master Gwilym Williams the second. In the junior competition for reciting the Lord's Prayer," Miss Gwladys Ellis was awarded the first prize and Master G. Williams and Miss Emily Roberts the second. The priza for the best summary of the Sermons was awarded to Miss M. Jones. In the writing competition, Misses P. Ellis and G. E. Roberts won the first prize and Master Llewelyn Roberts the second. Miss Elsie Thomas won the prize in the soprano solo competition, Messrs A. Evans and G. Williams in the singing of a hymn for males, and Miss P. Ellis in the singing competition for females. Mr J. Ll. Price and party won the first prize, and Mr J. Thomas and party the second prize. In the chief choral competition the prize was divided between the choir conducted by Mr John Roberts and the choir condacted by Mr Jonathan Thomas. The test piece was Canu I ifldo Ef (Odlau'r Efengyl.) Mr John Roberta, Vernon-street, performed the duties of secretary. Mr Joseph Evans was unable to attend as musical adjudicator owing to indisposition. Votes of thanks to the adjudicators, and all who had holrWl to make the meeting such a success, were i passed on the motion of Mr Joseph Edwards, i seconded by Mr Robert Roberts. The meeting I was concluded by the singing Hen Wlad fy 1 Nhadau," Mr J. Lloyd Price taking the solo. SIHHFILD SHow.-Tho Great Western Rail- way Company announce tripri to London for tilis show. They leave ou Dooetuber 10th and 11th. CIL.; b er 10.lb tin d llt.i. HILL-STREET PHESBTTEMAN CHUKCH.—At the weekly meeting of the Yuung People's Guild, held at the Hill-street Presbyterian Church School- room, on Monday evening, at which Mr Challino- presided. Mr J. S. Lloyd gave an address on The force of habit." Miss Mabel Jones accom- panied the singing duriog the meeting. OPEN-AIR MEETING.—The Park-street Mission Band held an open-air meeting on Wednesday at J Rhosrobin, in opposition to the club which has j lately beeu opened in the village. The meeting was well attended. Mr F. Merlin and Mr J. Phillips spoke. On Sunday another meeting was held, the speakers being Mr T. Knight, Mr J. Phillips, and Mr F. Merlin. THE PAVILION.—A soiree dansante was held at the Pavilion, on Friday evening, in connection with Miss Ella Owen's class, and was highly successful. The members and their friends numbered over a hundred, and Mr T. Llwyd Williams's band provided the music. The arrange- ments were admirably carried out, and everything contributed to make the evening exceedingly pleasant and enjoyable. OPENING OF THI NEW BOARD SCHOOLS, WREXHAM. In connection with the opening of the new schools, an Old Boys" dinner will he held in the Girls School, Victoria-road, on Tuesday, January lat, 1901. Assembly at six o'clock. Dinner at sevea o'clock. Tickets 2-i 6d each may be had from Mr James B. Francis, Hope-street Mr W. Scott Jones, Bry. Menai, Chapel-streei, or from members of the O:d Bovs Dinner Committee. (JHESR MATCH.—A match was played between the Wrexham and Hawarden Chess Clubs at I Hawarden on Friday and resulted in a win for visitors. *"? 4 WREXHAM.1 HAWARDEN. Mr Locke Holt h Rev. Joyce Mr Whitfhouse 1 Kev. Cain 0 Mr L.'B. Rowland A Mr A. Lyon J Mr H. Cople9tou I Mr G.R.Davies 0 Mr J. Pinder 0 Mr lititier 1 Mr T. Littlejohn 1 Mr H. Dickenson 0 4 2 VIOLIX AND ORGAN RECITAL.—On Friday, a violin and organ recital, in aid of the reparation fund, was given in the Parish Church by Mr B. Oller- head, Oswestry, and Mr Frank Pullein, A.R.C.O. There was a large congregation, who much enjoyed the following attractive programme:— Pastorale (Welv) Fant%Lgia Pag t ora l :( (iodara) (M Solitude. (Godarcl) *I (b) Cantiiene. (Wolstenholme) Organ and violin. BenedictnE; (Mackenzie) Overture in E fl-tt (Faulkes) Ora nd' ((a) P&storale (Rheinbereer ) Organ and v.• olm ? (b) Liebe?ru?. (El|ar) Air with variations (Haydn) (Symphony in D). Organ and violin. Cavatina, (Raff) Ia.rch in D. (Gnilmant) CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, CHESTER-STRBIT.— We draw the attention of our readers to the sale of work in connection with the above church, which takes place on Tuesday and Wednesday next. His worship the Mayor will opea the sale on Tuesday. We are informed that the goods offered for sale wiil be of an exceptionally attractive character, consisting amongst other things of articles from the Paris Exhibition, and Chinese Embroideries. We feel sure that this opportunity will be taken by many to purchase their Christmas gifts. CONGREGATIONAL FBBB CHUMII WELCOME CLUB. —The weekly meetings of the above society, which are of a social and literary character, were resumed on Friday evening at the Henblas-street rooms, a goodly number being present. Mr A. Dobie read a highly instructive paper, entitled Is Britain's industrial supremacy on the wane ? An animated and interesting discussion followed in which the following members took part, via. :—Messrs D. Price, E. E. Datton, W. A. Huson, J. Sutherland, J. Blain, and Rev. M. O. Evans. Mr Frank E. Williams, presided over the proceedings, and it was announced that the Rev. J. Tonlas Hughes, Bwlehgwyn, would read a ¡ paper at this week's meeting on Islam and its ProDhet I Tiam DFPOT-The work at the Deput is progress- ing. The Bath has been tested, and has now passed the examination. The dressing-rooms and slipper baths are being prepared. Everything points to an early opening. The electric cables have been taken into the dynamo-room in the building and the engines are being erected. The switchboard, from which the entire plan of electricity to the town will bo controlled, is being erected, and a very fine collection of the newest apparatus i* will be. We hear that fires will be placed in the destructor in a day or so. or as soon as the brick- work is completed. It will be necessary to thoroughly dry the flues before it can be used. The destructor is one of the newest in the king- dom, and is capable of disposing of the refuae of the borough in a very short time. The water tnbe boiler is nearly completed. Everything seems in a forward state, although much remains to be done before everything is in working order. DISTRICT MICETIN(I. The Wrexham District Meeting of the Lancashire Presbytery was held on Thursday evening at Hill-street Chapel. In the absence of Mr Parsonage, Summerhill, Mr R. R. Jones, Johnstown, presided. The meeting was opened with prayer by Mr Daniels, Brynyrowen. The members upon the Presbytery Committee were re-elected. Mr Robert uwen Shone and Mr Thomas Edward Williams (t A o candidates for the ministry), who have been through the chapels in the district upon probation, received the votes of the churches in their favour. The district meet- ing regretted very much the removal of Mr John Lloyd, Bronghton, and Mr Blew, Rhostyllen-the one to South Wales, and the other to Kent. Several members spoke in very high terms of these gentlemen. It was resolved that further discussion upon the subject of The Ministry be postponed until next meeting. The appoint- ments for the annual visitation of churches was made. It was resolved to ask Presbytery to sign a note of hand for £ 500 for the church at Ber- sham-road. The attention of the District Meeting was called to the Temperance Sunday, and the meeting was closed with prayer by Mr John Lloyd, Broughton. THE MAYOR.— W e notice in the current issue of the Grocers' Review a series of brief biographical sketches (accompanied by portraits) of the gentle- men associated with the grocery and allied trades who have been elected to the highest offices that local governing bodies can offer-the Mayoralties. Amongst the sketches we are pleased to observe that of his Worship the Mayor of Wrexham, Mr Councillor Thomas Jomes. After referring to his connection with the Wrexham and District Grocers, Ac., Association, the Revi-eiv observes that Mr Jones is amongst the number of those representative citizens to whom Wrexham ia j indebted for much of its modern advancement. ¡ His Worship is the sole proprietor of a concern which is one of the largest and most prosperous of its kind in Wales, comprising premises in Hope-street, Chester-street, and Yorke-street, in all of which Mr Jones does a large wholesale and retail trade. Large oat-rolling and corn- grinding operations are carried on at the premises in Chester-street, and his Worship it entitled to the highest credit for what he has achieved in the building up of this splendid concern." The sketch concludes with references to his Worship's connection with the public life of Wrexham, and his interest in municipal and educational matters. GAS WORKERS' AND GHNERAL LABOURERS' UNION. —A public meeting in connection with the National Union of Gasworkers and General Labourers of Great Britain and Ireland was announced for Tuesday evening in Dodd's Assembly Rooms, the object being to enlist the sympathy of workmen on behalf of the local branch, and thereby improve its membership. In view of the beneficial results accruing from such organisations, a largely attended and enthusiastic meeting was anticipated. Contrary to expectations, however, the attendance com- prised only Mr Clynes, the organising secretary of the Lancashire District and two local artisans, and consequently business was not proceeded with. But perhaps a resume of the work accom- plished by the Lancashire district, which includes the Wrexham branch, will be of interest to those of our readers who belong to the working class. The membership of the district, it appears, is I now over 5,000. The union has been succssful in all claims made for compensation in respect of accidents, and has dealt with the wage questions affecting more than two-thirds of the district membership. Reports from 14 branches where increases in wages has been obtained, shows that the increase in wages to members is, C29,120, which, compared with the total income of the district, gives an increased wage of C23 for every JE1 paid in contributions.

RIVALS TO PUBLIC HOUSES. — An important announcement has been made by ) Earl Grey in a speech at a conference of Social Reformers, held at the Chapter House, St. Paul's Cathedral. Earl Grey said that some of them were now engaged in forming a public-house trust company for the metropolitan area, which would endeavor to acquire as many licenses as possible, to be run in the interests of the community, and not for private individuals. The profits would be invested with carefully selected trustees, whose duty it would be to administer them in the way they thought would most benefit the community. He could not conceive a better way of utilising those profits when they accrued than applying them to the establishment of Smith Clubs, which were of such great benefit to the people, and which he felt sure would be of equal benefit to the people in other cities. The Smith Clubs referred to by Lord Grey are the institutions carried on under the auspices of the union referred to above. These clubs arc; organised for working men and women, who join at a small subscription, and can foregather for the evening free from the free from the demoralising temptation of a public-house. Forty pounds is sufficient to maintain one of these clubs until it is on a self-supporting basis.

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1 I i'I!1.iÇ':(f DE??H OF COUNCILLOR OPEN3HAW, WREXHAM. We regret to have to announce the cleatii of Councillor Thomas Openshaw, which took place at his residence, No. 2, Carlton Villas, Erddig- road, on Sunday morning last. Mr Opanwhaw, who was in his forty-sixth year, was amongst those members of tlis Council who accompaned the Mayor to Charch on Friday, and the news of his death, startlingiy sudden as it was, caused quite a sensation in the town, as he appeared to be in perfect health when present at the civic function on Friday. The deceased gentleman had, however, bi.-c-n suffering for some time from liver complaint, and some two months ago had a severe attack of illnesa. From this he seemed to have quite recovered and returned home psrfectly well atter the procession to the Church. Late on Saturday afternoon, however, he complained of illness, and about 6 30 bnrst a blood vessel. Dr. Evans, of Egerton-street, the family medical attendant, was immediately sent for, but it was at once seen that the seizure was a moss serious one, but despite all that he could do Mr Openshaw passed away at seven o'clock on Sunday morning. The deceased gentleman came to Wrexham about seventeen years ago and took over ihs Golden Lion, High-street, from Mr Gavan Elsworth, the then tenant. He remained landlord for some fifteen years, and a few years ago purchased the property, along with an adjoining boot shop. Later Mr Opeiishaw sold 11. ni-1 r • 1 r /•« in i T-* line uroiaen liion to Messrs vj. a. aua A. i5rown, wine and spirit merchaats, Wrexham, but retained possession of the boot business. He was a. very prominent member of the Order of Foresers, and held important offices in connection with that body. Twelve months ago Mr Openshaw, who was an ardent Liberal, first entered public life- being nominated in the West Ward, we believe, by certain members of the Foresters' Order-for a seat in the Town Council, and going to the poll with Mr Jones Parry as ao opponent, came oat at the top with a majority ot aa. The iieat was formerly held by Mr Charlé's Dwies (C), who retired, so that Mr Openshaw's election was a gain—and perhaps an unlooked for gain—to the Liberal party. The deceased gentleman, I had no family, bnt leaves a widow, for whom muoh sympathy is felt in her bereavement. REFERENCE AT THE TOWN COUNCIL. Presiding over the monthly meeting of the Town Council on Tuesday, the Mayor (Councillor T. Jones), before the commencement of business, the whole Council standing, s lid: Before we proceed to the business of the Council, it is my painful duty to refer to the death—the extremely sadden death—of a member of this Council, who passed away this week. I refer to the late Mr Councillor Thomas Openshaw, whose death took place, after a very short illness, last Sunday morning. When we saw him with us last Friday apparently well and in his usual health, none of us were prepared to hnar of his sudden death, the news of which I am sure gave us such a shock. M' Openshaw had resided in the town a number of years, fjurteen or fifteen years, and as a tradesman was respected by all who formed his acquaintance and although he had not been a member of the Town Council very long, I am sure I express the feelings of all when I say that he gained the respect and esteem of all his colleagues in this chamber. la the circumstances I am quite sure we feel it is our duty to express our deep sympathy with his widow and family, and I b^g to move that the Town Clerk convey to them an expression of our deep sympathy, and record our expression of the loss sustained by the town through his death. Councillor F. MEREDITH-JONES said that as the youngest member of the Council ho seconded the motion. Alderman BENSON I support the resolution. As you know, sir, Mr Openshaw was a neighbour of mine for 141 years. The resolution was carried in silence. I THE FUNERAL, I The remains of the deceased gentleman were interred at the Wrexham Cemetery on Wednesday, and the obsequies were attended by members of the Town Council and representatives of other public bodies. Tue Rev. Canon Fletcher and the Rev. Elliott Simpson conducted the service, and amongst those present were the Mayor (Councillor Thomas Jones), Aldermen C. K Benson and W. E. Samuel, Councillors R. Williamson, C. Marless. Edward Hughes, J. A. Chadwick, J. B. Francis, J. Beirne, F. Meredith-Jones, and T. B. Taylor; the town clerk (Mr Thomas nury). the borough surveyor (Mr J. W. M. Smith), the medical officer (Dr. R. W. J. Evans), the borough collector (Mr J. Kerrison Jones), the cemetery superintendent (Mr J. W. Jones); repre- sentatives of Court Robin Hood, A.O.F., and of the Widows' Friend Lodge, I.O.O.F. (M.U.) Tne funeral procession, which left the deceased's residence in Soatiey-road about two o'clock, was headed by the Rhostyllen Silver B..nd, and the chief mourners were as follows:—First carriage Mrs Openshaw, Mr John Openshaw, Mr J. and Mrs Ingham, and Master and Miss Ingham; second carriage: Mr Barrett, Mr Whittaker, Mrs James Openshaw, and Mra John Openshaw; third carriage: Mr Pavitt. Miss Openshaw, Mrs Colbeek, and Mrs Hamer; fourth carriage: Mrs Smith, Mr Eaborn, and Mr and Mrs R. Ingham. Handsome wreaths were sent by the widow, Mr and Mrs James Ingham, Mr and Mrs John Open- shaw (Bury), from his loving nephew, Harry," from his loving niece, Jennie," Mrs Whittaker, Prescot; Mr Edgar Pavitt, officers and members of Court Robin Hood, A.O.F., Mr and Mrs Eaborn, Lorne-street; Mr and Mrs Wynne. Qaeea-Btreet; Mr and Mrs Smith. Oii 1t:8 Heau from his maid. Annie," Mr Jones, Miss Moore, Mr W. Phoenix, froni the employee at 12, High-street, Mr 0. Viggars, Bridge street; Mr and Mrs Higinson, Mr and Mra Edward Evans, Rhostyllen; Messrs G. F. and A. Brown and Sons, Mr and Mrs Hutchinson, Bowling Green; Mr and Mrs Ingham, Beachley-road; Mr and Mrs Hughes, Oxford-Etieet; Mr and Mrs Bowman Nelson Arms, Hope-street; Wrexham Victoria Foot- ball Club, Mr R H. Glascodine, Mr and Mrs Roberts, Sontley; Jack and Mr T," Mr and Mrs Ingham, Percy-road Mr and Mrs Edward Jones, Rhostyllen Mrs Edwards, Victoria Inn, Wrexham Mr and Mrs Thomas, Gibson-street; Mrs Hamer, Bury Mr Walter Roberts, Hope-street Mr and Mrs J. Divies, Penybryn Wrexham Football Clnb Mr &nd Mrs J. A. Chadwick, the Guarantors of Wrexham Races, Mr and Mrs J. W. Davies, Star Shop Mr and Mrs Pratt, Caia-road; Mr and Mrs Harold, Stansty Villa; Officers and Memberflj of the Wrexham Golden Tontine Benefit Society, and Mr and Mrs Robinson, Nottingham. It should be stated that Mr J. Hoplev Pierce wrote expressing regret at his inability to be present at the funeral owing to being engaged at the County Court. Letters of apology for absence were also sent from Alderman Palin and Mr J. Onwell Bury.

BAZAAR AT CEFN MAWR. I The Ebenezer English Baptist Church having recently undergone extensive alterations and additions to the extent of about iEl,200, and as a debt of £1,000 still exists on the building, it was decided Dy the members to hold a bazaar. Mrs Kirkham Jones and Miss Edith Williams were appointed by the committee to act as joint secretaries, and to see to all arrangements, Wednesday—the first day of the sale—showing that they had done their work admirably, as everything went off most satisfactorily. They haa obtained a large number of patrons, and Mrs J. C. Edwards, Trevor Hall, had promised to open the bazaar on Wednesday and Mr Simon Jones, Wrexham, on Thursday. Despite the wratched state of the weather there was a very large assembly of purchasers present on Wednesday afternoon, when Mrs J. C. Edwards formally opened the sale at two o'clock punctually. She was acaompanied by her daughter, Mrs Rooper, of Wrexham, and there were also present Mrs Dr. William Jones, Mrs D. Macdonald, and others. The Rev. W. O. Williams (pastor) presided, and Mr Benjamin Williams, D.C., in proposing a vote of thanks to Mrs Edwards, made a touching reference to the late Mr J. C. Edwards, who had always been most generous to churches of ail demoninations, but, Mr Williams thought, to the Ebenezer especially, probably on account of such a large number of its members being employes. Mr W. Ryland Jones seconded the vote of thanks, which was carried with loud applause. The sale then commenced in real earnest. The rooms had been most tastefully and lavishly decorated, and the well-stocked stalls were arranged in the following order:—No. 1, Fancy Stall- Mesdames W. Parry, W. Ryland Jones, J. Andrews, and Miss Jones, Chester House. No. 2, Fancy Stall Misses Alice Jones, Richards, Griffiths, and Jessie Evana. No.3, Fancy StFLII-Mrs Humphreys, Misses Humphreys, Williams, Emily Wright, and Bowen. No. 4, Young Men's Stall-Messrs W. Ryland Jones, Robert Jones, W. H. Jones, J. E. Hughes, Thomas Wright, and Walter Thomas. No. 5, Poultry Stall— Masdames Price and Williams and Mr D. Richards. No. 6, Flower Stall-Misses Phillips. Jones, Roberts, and Diggory. No. 7, Refreshment Stall-Mesdames W. 0 Williams, Edward Jones, B. Williams. Blunt. Phillips, S. Brown, F. Evans, and J. Griffiths. In the large bnilding concerts were given at intervals, Mr James Ryland George, Miss Carrie Thomas, and Mr J. Edwards being the soloists, whilst Mrs George T. Davies acted as accompanist. The Living Waxworks," under the superintendence of Professor Hebbivath (Mr W. R. Jones) proved to be an excellent entertainment. The following characters were represented:—Britannia, the Flower Girl, Dying Soldier and Red Cross Nurse, Sleeping Beauty and Prince, Mr Chamberlain, Mrs Wilnslow, Justice, Liberty, Dr. Jameson, Kruger, Lord Roberts, and Baden-Powell. Mr W. R. Jones deserves special credit for his work here, as Mr Francis, of Wrexham, was the original "Hebbivath," but owing to his illness he was unable to attend, and Mr Jones had to make his preparations in a very short period. Limelight effects (by Mr James Culey) on the fignres added greatly to the scenes. The sale was continued on Thursday, when Mr Simon Jones was advertised to perform the opening ceremony. No doubt Mra George Clarke, the treasurer, will have a full cash.box to help to clear off the heavy bnrden.

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j W3 £ XHA!V! DEANERY ASSOCIATION AND CHURCH CONGREGATIONAL MUSIC. I A chapter meeli is; of th? Wrexham Demery AsHceiation was held at the Conservative Club Assembly Roona on Wednesday. Canon Fletcher presided over a fan- attendance of the clergy and laymen, including the Ryvs. W. T. Davies, L!an- fnydi E. A. Fi-hbonrne, Gresford J. GriiBth, GwergyUti; Lancelot L2wis, Gresford; J. E. Morgan anH D. K. Brymbo Jenkin Jones. Hjlt E. W. Pow-:li. Wrexham J. W. Thomas and D. M. Evnns, Rho-sy uie.ire; W. Rees, Bc-rce J. E. Tompaon, E^clusham Messrs LI. Hugh-Jonea,* T. ll^giuald JTI-nes, S. G. Allison, H. A. Jermer, E. Docld (Giversyllt), J Mumford, W. D. Pritchard, and J. C S. Brockbank, with Chancellor Trevor Parkins, hou. ecret:ii-v. Letfers apologising '[1)r absence were read from Mr Thomas Bary. Mr Oolbeck, the Ravs. R. J. Hopkins and J. Evans Joneq. On the motion of the Riv. E. A. Fishbourue, seconded by Chancellor Trevor Piriiing, the follow- ing resolution wai mifviiraously adopted That the following ChorV, .1:.m Committee be appointed, with po-.ver to Arid to '.heir nnmWr, and directed to report to thi; meeting of the chapter iu March of the arr&ngsm-Mits they iiavo been itble to make for the reorganisation of f h rnles o? the Choral Associa- tion :—Tho R vs. J Evan* Jones, J. W. Thomas, E. A. Fiahbourue, F. JA,rn.q, Jenkin Jones, Mr T. Reginald Jamw. and Mr E. D)di, with the Raral Dean, the hci. secretary, and the hon. treasurer (Mr Li. Hvigh Jones) as" ex-oficio members."—Mr Fiahbourua rein irked tha. he did not think a festival could be carried on successfully in the way it □art been huher-o d me. The Hon. Secretary announced that, in con- sequence of the state of the funds of the Association, he had decided to defray the cost of providing reprints of the p-ip,r read by him at the la3t meeting of the chapter, which h, had bea req-jested to forward to the members of the Association —The meeting expressed irg warmest thanks to Chancellor Trevor Parkins for his liberality. I CHunCH CONGREGATIONAL MUSIC. I An interesting an-l helpful paper on 1, Chnrch I Congregational Mis-< with illustrations, was read by Mr E. Griiffth, F.R.C.O Chislehnrst, hon. secre- I tary of the Church Cuntfvegitional Masic Association. The fact, he said, thas responding, chanting, and singing in our church services were not congrega- tional, and that our Liturgy and offices, unequalled in sublimity, grandeur, and simplicity were rarely, if ever, interpreted according to the mind of the Church was a painful oae. The late Dean Goulburn felt that it was extremely desirable to make the musical part of the service more congregational and to devolve it les3 upon the choir tb-LQ was done at present, and that a.ny attempt to train congregationa to sing and respond—the choir was merely meant to support a.nd not to supersede them-would have his heartiest sympathy. Personally, after an experience of many years as an organi-it and church musician, often meditating on the design and spirit of our rrayer rsook, lie was deeply convinced that the elaborate and ornate mnsic so lavishly introduced into their services was destroying the very spirit of the Liturgy, b 'coining a rain to devotion by a too frequent pandering to sensational effects, and a real danger to the church. Congregational worship and congregational praise were privileges which belonged to every English Churchman, and no clergy, however worthy, should willingly allow their congregations to be deprived of such privileges. He could not but feel how great a responsibility rested with the clergy, though he knew full well their difficulties and parplexities, more especially when the firm faith of organist and choir was that Church music was designed only for their own gratification. In Holland there was said to be magnificent congre- gational singing in unison. He had heard the Psalm- tune or hymn and responses sun g in Cologne Cathedral by the people all down the nave with an effect as Sir John Stainer told them quite enough to last one a life-time. Why could not they in England and Wales with all the advantages of increased facilities for muaical teaching amongst rich and poor produce such results ? He knew of but one church in London where the whole service was joined in by the con- gregation. But they would not be surprised at this when he toli them that the incumbent was a Welsh- man and invited his congregation to a short weekly practice. (Hear, hear,) At another church, St. James's, Holloway, some years ago, the then vicar told him that his choir consisted of some 2000 people and thoroughly enjoyed the singing. Again, as a contrast, at a neighbouring church attended principally by a fashionable congregation of over ,000 people the whole service was performed by a large and efficient choir and an excellent organist at the grand organ. Silence reigned in naive and aisles music unfavourable to liturgical worship robbed the people of a precious heritage, the spirituality of worship became injuriously affected and the spirit of profetionalism in the choir ruined the spirit of devotion in the congregation. Answering the ques- tion How can you account for the all bnt universal neglect of congregational responding and singing in onr churches ? one of our very active and musical bishops gave him the following .four reasons :-(I) Bashfnlness, (2) the elaborateness and difficulty of the music rendered, (3) the force of example—no one sings, (4) lasyness ancl indifference. He was sure they had already given their approval to the second reason. On all sides and from all parties the belief in and desire for congregational music in our chnrches was a cheering thought and though our colonies eeemed to take a lead—having proved its happy in- fluence in missionary efforts-there was a real desire spreading amongst our homs clergy to curb the some- what vaulting ambition of choirs and to point out the fact that such were designed primarily to lead, and not monopolise all praise worship. The late Mr Gladstone in a letter to the speaker said there should, he conceived, be no music in church except such as could be (1) devoutly listened to or (2) devoutly (and therefore to avoid distraction) easily joined in. After quoting the testimonies of Sir Walter Scott, Henry Ward Beecher, and Canon Newbolt, and other dignitaries, as to the grand and devotional efiect of congregational praise, Mr Griffiths said it Was surprising, when advice had been sought, and gladly given, as to methods of pro- cedura with choirs and congregations, what a small percentage of the clergy really persisted in conquer- ing initial difficulties more apparent than rea), and quietly exercise their authority over organist and choir. Having offered a few suggestions on this point, Mr Griffith recommended the use of the note "E for the recital or responses, and said there was no solid good reason why so high a nete as G should be taken either by clergy or congregation—the great majority of our clergy could easily and much more comfortably recite on E. It was a great and serious mistake to intone on so high a note as G," for whatever it might be for the choir, it was too high for the congregation, and he believed the services would be much improved in reverence and helpful- ness to devotion, as well as being more congrega- tional if a lower note were adopted. Turning to that portion of the service, the psalms, Mr Griffith said he waa convinced that before congregations and choirs could effectively and easily chant the psalms, there must be a return to the psalter noted to every verse. In fact, we should endeavour to get rid of trouble- some" pointing," and not attempt the impossible feat of adopting the rigid, measured Anglfcan to the 2 508 varying verses of the 150 psslms. This most important and edifying part of our praise worship was surely worth anyexpenditure of thooght,:time or money to make it perfect in its rendering, but as yet in its Anglican form, the multitude of Psalters :and chants did not appear to have solved the problem. Of course a congregation as a rule should always sing in unison whatever the choir might do, and it would not be an insuperable difficulty, with judicious organisation to supply the melody part of all music to the regular membera of the church, or the parts for those who could read. But for all the successful carrying out of this, and all other good works, they must have the hearty sympathy, help, and active support of the clergy, who, he was quite sure, would readily and cheerfully enter upon any scheme which would have a powerful influence over the spiritual devotions of our congregations—and prove a bond of peace and love. In our hymn singing, they had perhaps the only exhibition of any attempt on the part of the congregation to open their lips," and give more audible expression to their praise. But to suit the generality of voices in the congregation, many of their fine hymn tunes should be lowered in pitch. A lesson to many a young organist as to the nnedi- fying rapidity in hymn singing, would be a visit to Westminster Abbey or St. Paul's on a Sunday even- ing. The organist who studied a congregation soon found the judicious tempo-but he, who thought only for his choir, was not troubled with any such consideration. It was an excellent plan to give an occasional verse to the congregation as it imparted confidence for the more extented efforts in antiphonal chanting of the Paslaas and Canticles. Only in the singing of anthems was it wise to separate the duties of congregation and choir; and the noble composition of their own church composers, unequalled and unapdroached in form and effect, would demand all the time of the voluntary choirs, without touching upon anthem services and creeds, and depriving the congregation of their rightful inheritance. Touching upon the rendering of Psalms and Canticles in the Communion service, Mr Griffiths said they wanted the simple, grand, devotional union of all communicants in the Liturgy proper, music which could be sung by men as well as women, but never- theless of a melodious and ecclesiastical character. In conclusion, Mr Griffith offered the following practical suggestions for carrying out the views and objects he had mentioned:—(1) There must be ,) There must be unanimity of purpose, much energy, enthusiasm, and zeal amongst clergy, organists, choirmasters, and lay helpers. (2) Congregational practices must systematically be held at suitable times, if only for half-an-hour at firbt. (3) At these practices one of the clergy should attend as representing the supreme authority in all that concerns the service. (4) Having secured an organist whose heart is in his work, and whose art is shown in leading the con- gregation, give him heartily your support-not only as your church organist, but as musical instructor in your families in fact, when yon get a good man keep him. (5) Let clergy and organist make a choice of fit music, and give every inducement for congregations to purchase it. The organist should, in his humble opinion, be selected and appointed with much greater care, thought, and judgment than often is the case. (6) Having reminded the choirs of their high and sacred privilege in loading the sing- ing and their desire to improve and encourage those (the people) so led, it would not, he thought, be con- sidered an impossible request to ask six, eight, or more, according to the strength of their choir, to sit amongst the congregation, some one service, some another, and 80 help the timid ones to gain con- fidence. Union of hearts alone would prove the Burest defence in days of unreat and troubles to their beloved Church, but certain it was these hearts could only be united by the greatest of church privileges, the one common bond of fellowship, and full participation in the seraces of that Church. (A.p- plause.) Canon Fletcher said while agreeing that it would be a great thing to make their services more congrega- tional, they must remember that the service was not I only to-jx.; re*s their d. Gid, bat :t was offered up ;t of ?.1 lin. Therefore, the best of mtnic should 5o ron l. ral  The Rev. J. \V. Thomas ?,?v d a vote of th&a?-' to M^r Griffith for his very excellent paper, which he said brisied with suggestions, with smne of which, as tiie chairman had already B'd, th y would not, per- haps, be abl-- to see eye to eye. Hot they were vary thankful to Mr Griffith for th-3 v;-r- ennobling ideal he had set be/ore them of v. i", public worship ID a. surictury should be. He was very glad that he had laid stress npun tho advisability of dispensing altogether with the intoning note G," and he thought it would be f. very good thing if, as a result of tha.t pap.-r, they all chose E as me reciting note. 10 regard to Mr Griffith's remark about deputing some members of the choir to sit among the congre- gation with a view to encouraging congregational sing- ing, he w.Al rememb-red when a chorister at home that that q-iestion was diseassod by tuu choir, and in consequence about four or five meinbors were in rotation d-puted to sit among the conglcgtttic)if, aud it had the desired result. Mr Edwards had spoken a great deal about intoning, but he was surprised he did not go further, and ask why it was that the Church had not brought out an appoined nsalter in- corporated in the prayer book, which would enable the congregation to follow intelligently the trained choir. He quite ttgreed with the ctaairmau that although they should do their utmost to encourage the congregation to take their share in the singing in public worship, they should remtimber that they often met with men who were unable to sing with their own voice, but who wera powerfully impressed by the singing of others. They must not forget to mfke mu nc a insdium for uplifting the souls of men, who were impressed by the voice of music, and therefore, he thought, the choir shoa!d have an opportunity of offering of its beat to Almighty God. The Rev. E. A. Fishbourne iieid he agreed entirely with everything Mr G.-iifi'.hs had said, and in regard to the suggestion respecting the lowering of the reciting note he would try and see how much he could carry it into effect. Mr Dodd 3aid he could challenge any man in the diocese to find a better congregational a--rvice than was always to be found at the parish church of Greaford, of which hf was choirmaster and organist. (Laughter and applause.) The Hon. Secretary, Mr Brockbank, Mr George Mumford, and Canon Fletcher continued the dis- cussion, and the vote of thanks to Mr Griffith was unanimously passed, the meeting being brought to a close with prayer. «- —

I WREXHAM RURAL DISTRICT COUNCil. < The monthly meeting of the Wrexham Rural Dis- trict Coancil was held on Thursday, when there were present :-Mr A. E. Evans, chsirman the Rev. P. W. Sparling, Messrs H. Dyke Dennis, J. A. Harrop, J. Allen, W. Wilde, H. Curwen, G. Hey ward, J. Roberts (Gwersyllt,) W. M. Griffith*, T. Lea, T. Jones (Peny- cae), F. A. Sturge, G. Cromar, Joseph Edwards, W. H. Lancelot, JamesEDaviea, T. F. Heath, T. Jonea (Esclusham Below), E. Lloyd Jones, T. Sumnal, W. Evans, B. Bowen, M. Kyffin, R. Pritchard, Watkin Jones, G. F. Harrieon, Mr J. Oswell Bury, clerk Mr J. Price Evans, engineer; Mr tl, H. Squire, acting surveyor, and Mr J. A. Jones, sanitary inspector. I MISCHIEVOUS YOUNG HEX. The Acting Surveyor in his report called attention to damage which had been done to the footbridge over a stream at Newtown, Peuycae, by 6ix young men from Acrefair, The police officer for the dis- trict had obtained their names and addresses. The cost of re-instating the dE6mage would amount to about 10s. He fteked for instructions to take pro- ceedings, which were giren. THE MSGinMMR'g REPORT. The Engineer reported that progress had been made with the house connections at Ruabon. The building of the wall at Pentre Isea, Broughton, was being proceeded with satisfactorily. The contractor was making satisfactory progress with the Rhos- tyUen sewerage. The brickwork of the settling tanks and filters was in course of construction, the whole of the underdrains om the outfall site had been com- pleted, as well as a great portion of the excavation of the ground. The following plans had been re- ceived, examined, and found in accordance with the bye-laws:—Mr J. Evans, Bwlchgwyn, storeroom; Mr S. Evans, Coedpoeth, house Mr J. Jones, Llay, outbuildings Mr H. L. Lester, Holt, house; Mr J. Dawson, Ruabon, house drainage Mr F. W. Soames, Gresford. billiard-room. The report was adopted. FINANCE AND GENERAL. The Finance and General Purposes Committee re- commended that a meeting of the committee be held on December 6th, immediately after the meeting of the Board of guardians, to consider the applications for the appoi^|Mk<mte of surveyors of highways an 1 that the CounOTrffrt'.d a special meeting on the 13.b of Dec: imber to ZnaBFthe appointments, the du:>.eti the new surveyors to commence at Christinas. A precept for special expenses at Rnabou (4750) was approved by the committee and recoinmeuoed for adoption.-The report was adopted HE-KLECTION. Mr W. Pen Dennis was re-eleeiad a representative of the Council on the Court oi Governors of the U uiversity College of North Wales, on the motion of Mr Allen, seconded by Mr Kyffi-t. PROPOSED NNW BRIDGE. The Beraham Coiliery Company wrote enclosing a plan of a proposed bridge over the river near Bersham Colliery, which the engineer was aafeed to inspect and report thereon to the next meeting. STANSTY AI(D AC TO5 SEWAGE OUTFALL. The draft lease between Lord Kenyon and the Council, as to land for Stansty and Acton Sewage Outfall, was approved, with the exception of the clause relating to unclimable iron fences which were I stipulated for instead of ordinary fences. THE LATE MR BURTON. I Mrs Burton, Minera Hall, wrote acknowledging I the vote of sympathy paesed with her in the great loss I sustained by the death of her dear husband. IMPURE WATER. I The Rhos Parish Council wrote enclosing a resolu- tion complaining of the impurity of the water supply used for domestic purposes, and requesting the District Council to ascertain the condition of the supply in the district.—The Inspector sjid about two months ago the water was ratner bad owing to a weed that grew in the reservoir, but it had improved very much of late.—It was agreed to get tbe water analysed. PROCEEDINGS THREATENED. I Mr Hopley Pierce, writing on behalf of Mr Abel Hughes as to alleged damage to his property at Johnstown, said conn.} had adviised his client that he had good ciiise for action against the Council, and I his instructions wero to take proceedings. Bat before embarking on litigation he hoped the Council I would re consider the matter, and do something to abate the nuisancs complained of, and make his client some reasonable compensation for the damage he had already siist;LinA--Tac Clerk suggested that now the matter had gone so far the better plan would be to refer the matter to Messrs Bury and Acton, the Council's solicitors, for their opinion.—This course was adopted, on the motion of the Chairman, seconded by Mr Kyffin. THE FEVER HOSPITAL. The Town Clerk of Wrexham, Mr Thomas Bury, wrote stating that the Town Council had re-appointed Aldermen Smuue) and Palin and Councillor Francis as their representatives on the Fever Hospital Joint I Committee.

— W CHESHIRE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY. The annual meeting of the members of the Cheshire Agricultural Society was held at the Royal Hotel, Crewe, on Wednesday, Mr J. Macfie (Rowton) presiding. A letter was read from Mr T. C. Toler, of the Jodrell estate, suggesting that a a committee of hunting men be asked to associate themselves with the Society, and endeavour to get from the hunting men in the county a sufficient amount of money for prizes to be given to hunter classes. These classes would add greatly to the success of the show, and bring hunting men closer J' together with the breeders of horaes in the county. It was resolved totry to carry out the suggestion. The annual report dealt with the Congleton show held by the Society this year, when the receipts were the highest ever taken at a one-day show. The Society started the year with a balance against it of fl 163 8d. The year's operations had changed this into a credit balance of iE98 14a 7d. The officials of Congleton and the Mayor and Corporation were thanked for their support The report was adopted. It was resolved to hold next year's exhibition at Chester, on the last Wednesday in August. A letter was read from Colonel W. Lloyd stating that the Duke of West- minster had consented to become patron of the Society. It was resolved to ask his Grace to be the president for the year for the Chester show. Mr S. R. Wood was re-appointed treasurer, and Mr T. A. Beckett was re-elected secretary.

GWERSYLLT. THE LIGHTING AND WATCHING ACT. A well- attended Parish Meeting was held in the National Schoolroom, on Thursday evening, to consider the adoption of the Lighting and Watching Act. The attendance included Messrs E. Evans, chairman, J. A. Harrop, F. Hutchinson, T. Cotterill, W. Brad- shaw, R. Roberts, Job L3a, C. Hughes, J. Roberts, a.nd the Rev. Jenkin Griffith, vicar.—Mr J. Price, clerk, said the matter bad been before the Parish Council, and complaints had been received by that Council from parishioneers. The Council did not wish to press the matter ia any shape or form they were unanimous on the question, but thought as the matter had been bronght up, the parishioners should have the opportunity of having their say on the question. Inquiries had been made of the Wrexham Gas Company, but in present circumstances they are not prepared to accomodate that parish.- Mr Cotterill proposed and Mr W. Bradshaw seconded, That no action be taken at present, and tha.t the question be adjourned for twelve months."—Mr John Ward proposed, and Mr Wm. Evans seconded, That this Parish Meeting adopt the Lighting and Watching Act."—Mr Hutchinson said he thought that the cost of lighting the parish would be too great for them to undertake.—Mr J. Parsonage said the Council did not mind what conclusion the meeting came to.—Mr W. Chatham said no doubt the cot. agers would be greatly benefitted by the adoption of the Act, but the farms were isolated, and though the farmers paid the greiter portion of the rates they would derive but little banetk-Mr John Roberts said a large number of the largest rate- payers would not derive any benefit.-Mr J. A. Harrop said the Chairmau had invited him to speak, and he was pleased to say a few words. He would support the motion, and in the meantime the Council could obtain details and cost of the different lights. No doubt the lighting of the parish would be a great boon.—The motion to defer action for twelve months was put and carried, and the meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the Chairman.

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SOME DECEMBER MAGAZINES AND CHRISTMAS NUMBERS. The Christmas number of The Queen, jast issued, is a handsome one, and contains of coarse many features which will cOGJmend themselves especially to the ladies. There are a goodly number of pretty coloured and other illustrations, and the special articles are quite numerous. Sir Walter Besaat, under the title of '• The Voice of the Flying Day," supplies an imaginary interview with no lesii a personage than Father Christmas himself. It almost goes without saying-in view of the reputation of the anthor-that the article is delightful reading—no other term indeed could be so aptly applied to it. The famous novelist is nothing if not original. Bat with all the f uu-aud there is abundenee-8 ir Walter points out a few wholesome morals and lessons which may well be taken to heart at the merry season now upon us without detracting in the least from our real enjoyment. Other articles include I- The Final Christmas of the Century," The Art of Play," by the Countess of Jersey Christmas, 19C0, in South Africa," by Mrs Tom Kelly; Australia as I knew it (Douglas Sladen), with many fine illustrations and a capitally written storyette, A Third Officer and the Girl," by Ada. Cambridge. Good Cheer, the Christmas number of Good Words, has for sole conteata a story by Christopher Hare entitled How Cyathia Went A-Maying, a Romance of Long Ago," wherein the writer says the aiege of Wardour Castle is truly chronicled. There are a number of pretty illustrations, and the story ia an exceptionally interesting one and admirably told. On the other hand the contents of the December Good Words itself is above the average of interest even for this excellent magazine. A handsome front:»piece illustration, The Cradle," by R. Herdman, is given, and the other contents include the conclasion of Mr Jolin Bncban's absorbing story, The Half-Hearted Reform in China," by Professor R K. Dougl ts; a The Gypsies of Turkey by Lacy M. J. G-itnett (iilnstrated from photo- graphs) Cousin To J" (liauche Atkinson); I Laid Me Down (Yido Briss) '• Agonv Advertise- ments (iT. Stanley Ellis); "Rochester Cathedral," t,) uie U-v. Canon Benhara, D.D. and Beer Dvü.,J The Story of xti English Defeat," by Major C. Field. "Beatrice Wno^ffir^'d Perplexities" constitutes the contents of Pmth* of Peace, Christmas num- ber of The Su.mla.y Mamiziiie. The author ia Clara. N. Cj.rv-j.iiio, &:id the story i¿ in rn-uy respects a charming OUd, with a well thought-out plot, and some characters, at least, which are cleverly portrayed. The narrative, indeed, is not dull from beginning to end, Rood the heroine, if qhe in the main follows in the lines of most heroines, is a really delightful unaffected creature The book is profusely illustrated. The Sunday Mat/auine for December, which we have also received, is fully up to the standard of previous numbers. To begin with there is a very handsome frontispiece, "A Reconciliation," by T. W. Holgate, wherein a grave and reverend seigneur is seen aa the peace maker between a handsome youth and a charmingmaiden, to whom has come a little lift in the late of blissful love. The Queen's love for music," from the pen of Frederick J. Crowest, is particularly interesting, as bringing into light the musical tastes of the Sovereign, whilst Curiosities of the Camera furnishes capital reading. Eleanor C. Price's story, Fair Heiress of the Forest," concludes this month, and the other contents of the magazine include A missionary Statesman in China," by the Rev. James Johnston I. The religious element in the poets," by tne Bishop of Ripon; In theking's service" (Alice Wayte), and Mr Tumbledowndick," by Raymond Jacberns. The December Leisure Hour fully maintains the reputation for all-round excellence won by that magazine. Silas K. Hocking's serial, "The Awakening of Anthony Weir," is continued, as is also "The A?rmBcU of the Ceatury"- story of the sands of Boulogne by W. Stevens. Ch new features there are not a few, and some of them possess more than common interest. Among them are Charlotte Bronte and Haworth "—styled "a gossip and a medley "-by Evelyn B. Parry; "The Beacon of American Literature—Boston," with a number of handaome portraits, by Douglas Sladen How the Shining Stars Descended," a legend of Christmas; and The last Year of the Centary," by W. T. Lynn, B.A. In 23he Sunday at Some, the stories are Heather's Mistress by Amy Le Fenvre, which is a serial and continued, and a complete tale entitled -1 A Star in the East"—with illustrations by J. Finnemore, R.I.—by F. C. Beames. The other contents are very varied, and include Men who reach the Maspes "-a, particularly interesting contribution The Mystery of the Scarabs," by John Ward, F.S.A.; The call of the New Century—the Century's First Need," by the Rev. P. T. Forsyth, D.D.; "Our Chinese Sisters," by Lillie S. Parker; and "Christobel," a story for children. The book is as usual handsomely illustrated. SWe have also received the December and ChristmaR numbers-the latter especially attractive —of The Boys' Own Paper, The Girls' Own Paper, Friendly Greetings, Ottr Little Dots, Light in the How, Child's Companion, The Cottager and Artisan, The Lady's Coiiipa?z ion -which is full of good things, chief among which is the commencement of the new serial story by Winifred Graham, entitled, Fanie's Fascination "-The Golden Roll, Young Englawl-a. very excellent nnmber-Boys of the Empire, Tke Child's Own Magazine, and The Sunday Schtol Teacher.

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íVd:3h Fusiliers advanced on tho north -if the p and ouc company of the Scots Fn-iii.-rs on 'Th 1 h t 1 ,he :? si,,Ie. They were received with ? terrible ,1'1"0'" bv the Boers on beta sides of the line, but in" J firty yar? i i ot the ou'iLined their attack to within fifty yards of tha àithes, when th.a cucmy -s2rted their ccvar :?nd -trei'.med out into the open north of the line '1 J C ¿. B '1" d having in the meantime killed Captain BaiUie and ,Iltv-two :nen, and woanded two officers -Captain Dick and Lieutenant Best) and several ineia. The Wel&h dashed forward at the c h 0-7 ¡nen. \I ,"Uo "'0", bat before they had gone more than a few yards they were stopped by hearing shells from our guns •pehiud bursting overhead, while the shrapnel, growing forward, mowed down the enemy before eves- The guns kept up one continuous roar. The enemy, about 130 strong, found themselves ;0 au inferno of lead, that raked them three sides at once. and while the pom-poms 3innqhed throngh and through their ranks, the hej); turst on all sides. Oar gun practice was ndtiiu-able. and pursued the enemy aR he ran, irawled, or walked over a field that for a mile and ^lf was strewn with dead, dying, and wounded. guK thirty-six reached the river, where the 4.7 naval gan with deadly accuracy drove them into I [be i lushes by throwing a shell into their midst, leaving it a matter of conjecture whether any gini^le Boer who 3tarted on that terrible march through a storm of lead escaped untouched. Thirty-six bodies were picked up in a mingled goudition, thirty wounded were found lacerated \ud torn, whiie twenty-six who had not dared to [ace the fire were taken prisoners on the field- Three of the latter were afterwards tried for firing jn and killing our soldiers, after having surren- dered, and being found guilty, paid for their jre^chery with their lives. One wounded Boer, IS he lay on the ground, deliberately shot a young .dicer-Lieutenant Field-as he stood beside him. and was bayoneted on the spot. Our ia5iiilties amounted to one officer aiad twenty- tw,) men killed, and between fifty and sixty wounded. We have quoted from Reuter, and jauuot heip asking whether the country has not had enough of the terrible carnage and savagery which is the accompaniment of war. Some one whu knows has said that nobody would dare to jescribe war as it really is. The pictare would be too awfnl. Most of as find our love of horrors flore than satisfied with the efforts made by the ,ç.H correspondents.