The North Wales Express

JHrtfjs, Btmhtgefj, attir geatbs. BIRTHS. Edwards—Jan. 27. the wife of Mr Griffith Edwards, Tycanol, Festiniog, of a son. Glan Eigia—Tan. 21, the wife of Glan Eigia, Gorris, of a daughter. Jarrett-Jan. 21, the wife of Mr Jarrett Jarrett, Glasfrvn, Trawsfynydd, of a son. Williauas-Jaii. 23. the wife of Mr John Williams, Henbont, Llautrisant, of daughter. MARRIAGES. Thomas—Davies—Jan. 2G, at H oreb Wcsleyan chapel, Llanrwst, by the Rev W. 11 Evans, minister, in the presence of Mr Richard Hughes, registrar. Mr Morgan Thomas, Board School. Bethel, to Winifred, second daughter of Mr J. Davies, Tai'nfoel, Capel Garmon. Thomas—Hughes—January 29, by license, at Hyfrydle Chapel, Holyhead, by the Rev Hugh Jones and the Rev W. Llord, Thomas Dudding Thomas to Grace Hughes, both of Holyhead. DEATHS. Davies—January 21, a_>ed 58, at 4, Hill-street, Wrexham, David Davies. Davies—Jan. 21, ag-ed 21, of consumption, Mr John R. Davies, Weymouth-street, Manchester. JDickinson —January 23, at his residence, High- gate, Birmingham, aged 26 years, Mr Francis William, youngest son of Mr George Dickinson, engineer and manager, British Gas Light Company, Holywell. Ed wa riles—January 23. at Cardigan. Frederic Augustus Fdwaràes, lad e capttlin of her Majesty's 30th regiment, and youngest son of the late Captain David John Edwardes, R.A., of Rhyd-y- gors, Carmarthenshire. Brans—Jan. 21, at his residence, Penrhyumarchog. Holyhead, aged 56, Mr W. Evans, son of the late Captain Evans, Bryngoleu. Jones—Januarv 24, aged 5. at 12, Holt-street, Wrexham, Owen, only child of Ellis and Ann Jones. Morgans—Jan. 25, aged 33, Mr M. 0. Morgans, eldest, soi of +- late Mr Owen Morgans, Pant- y-oerig, Waenfawr. Owen—Januarv IS, aged 19, Mr William Owen, "Prince," Tremadoc.

Lord Hartinrtnn has given £ 500 towards the extension of the University of Edinburgh. Lady KnoUvs has died after a short illness. She was the mother of Miss Knollys, who is attached to the household of the Princess of Wales, and who was recently dangerously ill. MR GLADSTONE ASH THE PEIMRSHI'JE ELECTION. -Mr Gladstone, writing to Mr Maxtonc Grah -urt chairman of the Perthshire Liberal Committer, says he is not. surprised to he ir that the Tories m e circulating reports adverse to Captain Greville. Referring to one of these reports that the captain -was a Roman Cathode and Home Ruler, he charac- tenses it as false. The Tories, he savs, are some- times in the habit of denoun cing Home Rulers, but when the Home Rale vote went with them that seemed t" atone for all their sins, and he rather thought Greenock could tell some tales on -that point. The letter concludes—" I have oordially and deeply lamented the absence of Mr Greville from the House of Commons, where we want more men good and true like him, and few things would ?ive me greater pleasure than to hear of his eoming back amongst us bv the enlightened choice of the electors of Perthshire." Mr Glad- atone wishes it to be distinctly known that if the letter was made use of publicly, it should be stated that it had been written by request. _L- All Cheques and Post Office Orders to be made payable to ROBBRT WILLIAMS, Carnarvon Printing Works, to whom also all Communication must be addressed.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1st 1878. THE SITUATION. The challenge thrown by the Chancellor of the Exchequer on Monday night in the shape of a motion for six millions of money has raised popular feeling to the highest pitch, not that the issue may be regarded as a question of party, but because the public mind regards this as a question deciding the position of England in the European Conference, and the issues of continental harmony. The money is not directly needed, says Sir Stafford, but it will be well to have it on hand in case of emergency, and should no such emergency arise the money will be untouched. But it is not so much the ques- tion of money as it is of manoevering the feel- ing of the nation, that it may be interpreted a bellicose sympton. The Government really seeks a vote of confidence, which is tantamount in the present crisis to a vote for war, and interference in the conflict between Russia and Turkey. Were the army and navy in such an inefficient state as to be unfit for immediate action, the vote would no doubt be read"! granted by the House, but there is nothing to prove that it is so. It must be mere folly to spend over twenty-six millions annually in maintaining an efficient army and most power- ful navy, if after all, neither is fit to be called out for immediate action without the loss of time to disouss money votes, and the risk of political reversion the maintenance of an ex- pensive navy which would be paralysed in suh a case, would be nothing short of adminis- trative laxity and short-sightedness. There L! au 8tr0ng effort to nnveil the truth to the British eye made by the opposition mem- bers, and whatever may be the balance of opin- ion in Parliament as to the rash policy intended, it is clear that the public mind is unanimous in denouncing it. Mr Gladstone at Oxford the other day spoke powerfully and timely, and not a little signifieance rests on the view taken by continental powers upon the vote of credit. The hon. gentleman stated that he had reason to believe Russia would take the vote as a direct menace, and that power weakened though it may be by the present strife con.hi not be content with viewing all this British "sharpening of steel" as an indication of British neutrality. Supporters of the ministry cannot tolerate England to be insulted, and her ty touched by any nation; but while she has stood well in the regard of every power, she has done more to diminish that regard by her flutter over imaginary British interests, and her threat to Russia. The cry of pre- cautionary measures and "British interests" must depreciate the power of England in the view of Russia, who has not the re- motest intention of treading on our interest. It cannot be expected she will tremble with fear of a power that is on one band nervously crying for the safety of her interest?, and on the other threatening her in the pride of her victory. The Government has goaded Russia, and would provoke her to strike, and ere many days are elapsed the smouldering fire which has lasted so many months will either ignite into a flame or be stamped entirely out. The feeling of this country is decidedly against the Govern- ment in its war policy, but Lord Beaconsfield, and one or two other members of his Cabinet, are heedless of the feeling, and would commit the rash act of throwing the country into war. The speech of the Ex-Premier gives a sober view of the situation, and if it cannot influence the result of the motion in Parliament, it as- suredly will weigh with Englishmen against the course taken by the Government. Mean- while. the debate is going on, and the leading oratory of the House is brought out to save England from the increasing danger of a dis- astrous, humiliating, and uncalled-for war.

NOTES OF THE WEEK. The County of Carnarvon has during this week been aroused by the perpetration of the most cruel outrages—one resulting fatally— which are but instances to prove how rife is the vice of drunkenness in the quarry districts, and of the indifference of the police in guarding the drink houses where the most rank inebriety and riot is tolerated. Outrages of a lighter naturo are commonly heard of; and as all these are traceable to excessive drinking, and generallv to the same houses, it is not a little strange that no steps are taken to prevent the sale of drink and the permitting of squabbles which are such a flagrant evil in our locality. The police are never very ubiquitous when required but it is not unreasonable to think that if they kept a closer watch upon houses of a quest'on- able character, a great many of these horrifying cases might be averted. In the fatal case re- ferred to, one John Lewis is in custody on the charge of the manslaughter of Richard Smart. ♦ The complaints made by two correspondents in another column are not uncalled for, and it is to be hoped that'Liberal members and Liberal electors will be stimulated to action in this momentary crisis. Excepting the county and boroughs of Denbigh, electors in North Wales know nothing of their representatives, and doubtless that the disunion and apathy in the Liberal ranks is owing in a groat measure to the indifference of the members. If members re- ported themselves oftener to the L. constituencies, they would not only be the means of enlighten- ing them on grout questions, but would promote that unity and readiness which at more exciting times would be of infinite importance to the bidders for political favour. ♦- Though the Eastern Question very naturally absorbs much public interest, and the relation of our own interest with other Powers is verv keenly discussed, yet we find that the question of Di ^stab1 ishmeat excites profou d attention. The elections in'Scotland bring it to the front. The bishops and deans, canons and clergymen, set the ball running, so that were the Liberation Society to retire at once from fhe field the question would not be allowed to rest. But seeing the signs of the times so favourable, it is not likely that that society will give up its work, when victory is yet not achieved. The visit of the Secretary to Wales wHI be the means of kindling the zeal of friend-i of the movement, and of exciting the attm ti n of (It' e s. His addresses seem to have been pervaded with the most excellent spirit, and with the most gene- rous sentiments towards upholders of the Es- tablishment. We long to -,e the same spirit animating 0:. ors on Churcl De ei ceplatfo ms, and writers to Church papers. To a.ttck the Establisnment is not necessarily trying to destroy the Church, and to endeavour to liberate religion from State patronage and control," doos not as a matter of course mean doing any harm to true religion. The religious condition of Wales, as even Churchmen must admit, is not due to the Establishment, and the prevalence of a high state of morality is proved to be possible when the multitude forsake the State Church and prefer the simpler conventicles and chapels. Let Churchmen have faith in the vitality of true religion, and in the love of those who believe the gospel to propagate it in the world. Ministerial changes seem to be epidemic over Europe just now. 0 Within a very few weeks the French, Italian, Greek, Turkish, Austrian, Portuguese, and a portion of the British Ministries, have resigned. Resignation must be in the air, just as heresy is. The London correspondent of the Paris Constitutionnel, writing on the English Ministerial crisis, gives the following as the probable rearrangement of the Cabinet :-Mr Hardy to be Chancellor of the Exchequer; Sir Stafford N orthcotc to be invested with a peerage; Lord Napier or Sir Garnet Wolseley (who is not even in Parlia- ment) te be Minister of War and Lord Camp- bell and Stratheden to be Secretary for the Colonies. It states also that Lord Beaconsfield has been in earnest consultation with the Duke of Sutherland in order to induce him to enter the Cabinet. --+- The friends of Mr Bulkeley Hughes will read with some amusement the defence -which this gentleman made the other day of "his friend, the Commissioners' friend, and the friend of Llandndno," Mr Preston, while they will probably be not a little amazed when they ob- serve the rather indignified tone which Mr Hughes adopted on that occasion towards certain papers published in the locality. An inoffensive organ like the North Express was singled out to bear the brunt of the onslaught, and we hasten to return our grati- tude for the public honour showered upon us, all unsought as it was. It does not fall to the lot of every common person to be thus assaulted by tho wit-arrows and the sarcastic scourge of a Member of Parliament. But somehow or other, human nature and a sense of right and justice will impel one to search out the reasons for this undue distinction Why the buffet on the ear or the snub should have been given. It is not, therefore, that we object to occasional censure from one who plays so prominent a part in guiding the ship of state as Mr Bulkeley Hughes, but when he does attack us, we must ;k that the attack should be planned not quite > clumsily, and that the accusative should not be so insignificant as to be almost beneath notice. the chairman of the board accuses us )f having, by certain headings of reports, led the public outside, "to look with some degree of scorn" on the proceedings of the Com- missioners. In other words we have chaffed." made fun of, or ridiculed the proceedings at the board for the public amusement. And a very praiseworthy object, too, Mr Bulkeley Hughes, is it not ? In the same reports, by stating: that a considerable amount of unruly conduct had occured" at the meetings, we have conduced, according to Mr Hughes, to the same laudable end—the amusement of our readers. Far be it from us to take any undue pride from this re- cognition by an important personage of our humble services wo modestly confess that we have done good by stealth and blush to find it fame." To proceed to look at Mr Hughes's statements in a serious light, if they can be reckoned worthy of the trouble, his first in- dictment as to tho" scornful" heading has regard to a discussion on Gas Works Improve- ments, at which Mr Preston stood alone, ar- gued alone, and voted alone, in opposition to the whole board, that is, the whole of the members then present. We will admit that Mr Preston has done, as Mr Hughes is so constantly re- minding us, great service to Llandudno; we will admit that it would not have been able to get along without him, though less generous opponents than ourselves might dispute the point; and we will even admit that if our report reaches the eye of Mr Preston, he will retire in disgust from the Board but we will not admit that our report and its heading were rot true. fair, and above board." Mr Preston was versus the whole Board. We said so. But what the reasons which induced the whole Board to be versus Mr Preston, was manifestly ground upon which we could not have entered, even if the knowledge had been ours. The unruly conduct" spoken of by the chairman must mean the little squabble" between Messrs. James and Preston, when the one accused the other of monopolising the time of the Board. But here again, in the performance of that office already spoken of -the catering for the public amusement, we must humlly petition of the chairman to be allowed to con- tinuo to report these lively scenes of badinage and repartee, these cases in the barren desert of bold talk, which so relieve the monotony of meetings. The public does not care for a full report of the t, dious speech of Mr Pompous, nor of the platitudes of Mr Empty, but it is the pearls of wit and fancy that sparkle amidst the eloquence of such men as Mr Bulkcley Hughes and Mr John Jones-" Champion of the Ladies,"—that the public find refreshing and attractive food. Notwithstanding, how- ever, the relish with which outsiders may read of the nonsense spoken at the Board by their representatives, we do hope that we have heard the last for a long time of such unnecessary and indignified attacks as these upon journals who perform a useful task, by members whose whims and oddities are not bowed down to with re- spect, but shown up in the light of ridiculo.

TUESDAY ENENING. The statements which have from time to time been recorded in the press with respect to dissen- sions in the Cabinet have at last received undoubted corroboration. Although Lord Beaconsfield in hi*; speech on the night of the opening of Parliament gave such statements an unhesitating denial, events have since taken place which have enabled us to judge how matters were carried on behind the scenes. The occasion was the unexpected decision of a section of the Cabinet to apply to Parliament for a vote of credit towards our naval and military services. At the same time order, were sent to the Commander-in-chief of the Mediterranean Fleat to proceed at once to the Dardanelles. These measures, which had been strongly opposed by Lords Derby and Carnarvon, caused those ministers to place their resignations in the hands of the Premier. Lord Carnarvon is cone, and Lord Sandon, the Vice President of the Council of Education, will succeed him as the Secretary of the ('olonies. Lord Derby, however, has been induced to withdraw his resignation, although his reasons for so doing, as stated in his explanation in the House last nighf, seemed scarcely convincing after the pcrilious adventures of the Cabinet during last week, which necessitated his resignation. His return to office, however, will no doubt tend to allay the feeling of alarm which prevades the country. Amongst the visitors in the gallery of the House of Commons during the debate on the vote of e,edit, might be seen Midhat Pasha. It appears that the originator of the Turkish Government is striving to study the rules of debate as exemplified in our Houses of Parliament. Like the majority of my countrymen, I feel a warm interest in the University College of Wales, and I feel confident that the institution will even- tually prove of incalculable benefit to the Princi- pality. One of the chief desiderata ior securing the success of the college is an efficient, professor- iate. It was therefore with no little pleasure that I observed the high compliment paid by Professor Huxley to Mr Rudler, the Professor of Geology, Mineralogy, &c., at Aberystwyth, in the preface to his popular work, Physiology an introduction to the study of nature." Professor Huxley after refer- ring to the laboriousness of seeing a book through the press, especially when aggravated, as in the 119 case af the book referred to, by the necessity of superintending the execution of maps and figures, writes: — "I then had the good fortune to be able to obtain the services of my friend, Mr Rudler, with whose extensive knowledge of branches of physical science, I was well acquainted; andin whose con- scientious accuracy, as an editor, I knew I could place implicit confidence. In preparing the substance of the lectures for the press, Mr Rudler has entirely fulfilled my expectations and has made many valuable sugges- tions and additions. It is no slight matter that Aberystwyth lias been fortunate enough to secure the services of so eminent a man as Professor Rudler.

THE 3rd C. A. YOLT NT: t:IIS will hold their drills at the Castle, next Monday evening, when Capt. J. H. Evans, who lately arrived from a tour in America, will resume his duties. Newest patterns and shapes in Gentlemen's Silk Scarfs are offered by M. T. Morris, Liver Estab- lishment for ONE SHILLING EACH. THE RKV. E. H. EVANS dilivered an excellent sermon in connection with the Caersalem (B.) Young Men's Christian Association, at that chapel on Tuesday evening, when there was a large attendance. We are glad to find that the Harbour Trustees have fixed a number of extra lamps along the line of the New Harbour. This will be a great bo(,n, as to frequent this part of the town in the dark winter nights was very dangerous to life and limb. A NARuow ESCAPE.—The youthful daughter of Mr Williams, Vinegar Hill, foreman at Mr R. R. Williams' works, narrowly escaped beidg burnt to death on Friday last. It appears that°her apron took fire, and she was immediately enwrapped in flames. Assistance was procured, and although the flames were immediately extinguished, the un- fortunate child was severely burnt, and is now lying in a precarious condition. A. VESSKL ON THE >SAR.—The schooner Margaret and Martha, of Portdinorwic, signalled signs of distress on the bar on Sunday morning last, and got aground. Fortunately, it was nor, blowing hard at the time, otherwise she would have met a fate similar to that of the Fred Eugene. The schooner succeeded in getting off on Tuesday, without having sustained any serious damage. THE SUSPICIOUS DEATH AT GKOESLON.—John Lewis, the young quarryman, who is suspected of having caused the death of Richard Smart, a Flintshire stonemason, who lately Morked at Groeslon, near this town, was on AVednesdav brought before Dr W. W. Roberts and remanded till Saturday. ALLEGIm STABMNG.—On Wednesdav, G. Roberts, quarry labour ir, Nantlle Vale, was brougght he- fore Dr W. W. Roberts, charged with stabbing Henry Hughes, a clogger. It appears that both quarrelled on the road leading 1o Cilgwvn Mountain, and in the scuffle which ensued, it is alleged that prisoner drew out a knife and stabbed Hughes in the leg. A remand was granted. 700 Paiis of Gentlemen's Elastic Braces of superior quality will be offered this week at the Liver Establishment for ONE SHILLING THE PAIR. FIRK.—About five o'clock this morning a fire broke out at the Regent House, High-street, but was soon extinguished before any serious damage was effected. It appears that a strong smell of smoke prevailed all night, and on examining the grate Mr Jones found that something wassmouldei ing beneath the grate. An alarm was immediately given, and P.O. John Roberts together with several membei s of the fire brigade soon arrived on the spot. It was then found that a crossbeam, beneath the prate was smouldering. The drapery goods in the shop below being in great danger, the grate and brickwork around were immediately removed, and a quantity of water thrown down. The fire was thus extinguished. The damage occasioned is covered by in urarice. AccinHNT.—As Dr W. W. Roberts was driving along the square in a trap, last night, the hor-e stumbled and fell, shattering the shafts. The occupant of the trip was thrown out, but miracu- lously escaped with only a severe shake and a few slight bruises. It appears that some children, with a view to make a slide, had watered a part of the square by meddling with the fountain spouts. The weather being- so frosty, the neighbourhood of the fountain had become quite slippery, and it was with difficulty that foot-passengers were able to cross in the direction of the post office. It is to be hoped that the authorities will excercise more vigilance in this part of the town, and prevent children from committing such acts. POPULAR ENTERTAINMENT.—There was a good attendance at another of the series of popular entertainments held at the Guild Hall, on Thurs- day night, the 24th ult., when the programme was well sustained by Miss Kate Rees, Edith Sampson, Nellie Boucher, C. A. Jones, Frazer, Messrs. W. Ilayden, Charles Rees, T. H. Jones, Tom Lloyd, Sergeant Tegarty, Messrs. W. E. Davies. J/H. Thomas. Oeorge Owen, J. Williams, Holland, Winterbottnin, Robert Jones, the Boys Choir, and Mr R. J. Davids. The stage was dressed up as the supposed final rehearsal of an entertainment, for which purpose it was fitted up as a drawing- room of the period." We understand that a part .of the proceeds derived from the entertainment has already been divided among the poor of the town. The programme on the present occasion was under the superintendence of Mr R. J. Davids DKATH OF MR R. P. MORRIS.—Mr R. Tany Morris the well-known assistant registrar at the County Court Office, died at his residence in Tithebam-st-fet, on Wednesday evening last, to the great surprise and regret of a large circle of friends, acquaintance-, and admirers. The de- ceased gentleman, who was in his 29th year, suf- fered frun a long and ptinful illness, and was at ihe time of the iami nted death of his father (the late Mr Henry Morris) unable to leave his room. Universal sympathy was shown towards him by his numerous friends in this town during his illness, and the news of his death was received with general regret and sorrow. Possessing the kind and genUl disposition of his late father, Mr Parry Morris had w ui the esteem and respect of not onlv a large eil cle of friends, but also of those who chanced to make business at the County Court Office. where, doubtless, his death will cause a gap that cannot easily be filled. Much sympathy is felt with the bereaved widow and the respected family in their deep distress. SUPPER.—On Thursday evening, the members of the Arfonia Lodge of Good Templars sat down to a supper, which was heartily enjoyed, at the lodge-room. The following presided at the tables, and rendered assistance on the occasion :—Mrs J. Edmunds, St. Helens' terrace; "Mrs J. Owens, Garnons-strect; Mrs IT. Owen, Eastgate-street „ Mrs Owen. New-street; Mrs J. Williams, SiJoh; Mrs W. Griffiths, South Penrallt; Mrs W. Abbott! Garnons-street; Mrs H. Hughes, ditto; Miss Thomas, Tithebarn-street; Miss Williams, ditto Miss Hughes, New-street; Miss Owens, Garnons- street; Miss A. Owen, do; Miss E. M. Owen, do; Miss Owen. New-street; Miss C. A. Griffiths, St. Helen-street; Miss E. Williams, Hendre-street; Mri R. Owen, coal merchant; J. Edmunds, St. Heleii's-terrnee Hugh Hughes, Mountain-street; Hugh Hughes, Garnons-street; G. P. GrtSiths, j Twthill. The tables having been cleared, an interest- ing entertainment was held, when part was taken in the programme by Mrs Griffith, South p" < -aEt; Miss Lizzie Jones, New-street; Miss Vil iami, Tithebarn-street; Miss Edmunds, the fv v. J. William Siloh; Mr J. Roberts, and oth vs. Tin.- important features of M. T. Morns Stock of Scarfs and Braces are, that no Job Stocks or Inferior Goods are introduced to the public. The numerous customers that visits this well-known Establishment can always rely upon receiving tho very best value for their money. COUNTY MAGISTRATES COURT, SATURDAY. -Before Dr Millar (in the chair), the Rev Canon Wynn Williams, Mr J. D. Whitehead, and Mr E. G. Powell. Unlicensed Dogs.-Thomas Williams, Pout-y- crych-ddwr, Llanllyfni,was summoned for keeping a dog without a license. The case was heard at the last court, and was adjourned for the produc- tion of the dog. as the defendant contended it was under age. The dog was now produced in court and examined by the bench, who expressed an opinion that it was over six months old. Mr Samuel Scott and P.C. Wynn Jones, Llanllyfni, proved the offence, and the defendant was fined 25s, the bench recommending Inland Revenue Commissioners to reduce the penalty to Gs.-Ben- jamin Sockctt, Penygroes, was summoned for a similar offence. A dog for which 110 license had been taken out, was seen on the defendant's pre- mises by the officer P.C. Jones,on the 24th De m- ber. The defendant's wife appeared in court, and said that the dog had been disposed of before the date, and a witness was called in support of the statement. The bench were of opinion that the case had been proved, and the defendant was fined 2os. Robbery at the Upper Glynrhonwy Quarry.—David Williams, formerly a farm servant at Cae'rfran. was charged with breaking into a barracks at the Upper Glynrhonwy Quarry, 1 1 ■■nberis, and steal- ing a Guernsey frock* the pr, ertv of John Evans, quarryman. Prosecutor dep"d* fchat he locked the quarry barracks on Saturduv, the 12th ult., leaving his Guernsey frock behind. When lie re- turned on the following Monday, he found that the barracks had been brcken into, and the Guern- sey frock missing. He valued the article at about 9s. P.C. William Jones, stationed at Llanberis, said that in consequence of information received, he visited Mr Humor's pawnbroking establishment in this '.town, where he found the missing ■uern- scy frock, which had been pawned by the prisoner. P.C. R. J. Jones apprehended Williams, the prisoner, who at first denied the charge, but sub- sequently admitted having stolen the article from the barracks. William Morgan, Mr Hamcr's assistant, said that prisoner pledged the Guernsey frock at his employer's establishment, and witness gave him 2s. Prisoner was sentenced to six months' imprisonment. BOROUGH MAGISTRATES' COURT. MON- DAY.—Before the Mayor (Mr Pugh) and Mr G. R. Rees. Drunkenness. William Hughes was charged. with the above offence, and was fined 2s 6il and'eosfc;. Alleged Assault.—John Wolvett, a lad of 16, sum- moned John Ed. Owen, foreman in the employ of Messrs Nieholls and Owen, for having assaulted him on Thursday night last.—The lad deposed being in the employ of the said firm, of which de- fendant was the foreman. On Thuivday evening lie was ill-treated by the defendant, who struck him on the mouth, and otherwise assaulted him.— the defendant denied the charge, adding that the complainant's behaviour towards himself and other wortoneu was most discusting.—Evidence having been given by Win, Jones, the bench dismissed the case. Larceny.—Two labourers named Thames Jones and John Evans were brought up in custodv charged with having stolen 13 £ lbs of beef the pro- perty of Mrs Noble, Patent. "Sim Vaults on the previous Sunday night. From 'Mrs Noble's evi- dence it appears the prisoners had been in her house, and had gone to the kitchen six or seven times. They left between eight and nine. Soon after their departure she found the beef missing — P.C. William Jones said that from information re- ceived on Sunday night, he went, in search of the prisoners, and found them at their lodgings in *rreengate-street. They were just then enjoying their supper, consisting of fried beef, which was on a plate. He charged them with having stolen the meat. They admitted the offence, and requested witness not to take them up until they had finished their supper. Prisoners pleaded guiltv, adding that they were very sorry that such a thing had oc- cuned, but they were in drink at the time.-Both were sentenced to six weeks' imprisonment. Ejectment.— Mr Richard Thomas, Church-street, applied for an order of ejectment against Albert Jones, Little Crown-street.—Granted.

PbBTMAD0C; Dr Hunter Hughes held an inquest at this place on Monday on the body of Robert Griffith Edwards, infant son of R. G. Edwards, ship's mate. The deceased was five week's old ft appears that the father and mother, together with the baby, were in bed about ten o'clock on Saturday night. The decease* was rather a puny child, and was very cross, but when put to the breast he became affrased and slept. lie however again commenced to cry, and was afterwards put to the breast by the mother. The latter awok." at four o'clock in the morning, and felt the child's face very cold. She got up, awoke her husband, and it was then found that the child was dead. The coroner made very strong remarks in the case. and commented on the necessity of affording sufficient ventilation in beds for infant children? Parents ou,Tht to be very careful in putting to bed infants, of such a tender age. The jury returned a verdict of Found dead," as the evidence was not clear enough for them to find that the deceased had died from fuffocation. The parents, however, were admonished fortheircarelcssness in neglecting to see that there was sufficient ventilation for the child. PETTY SESSIONS, FRIDAY, JANT "AliY 25TH. Before Messrs E. S. Greaves, G. H. Owen, and J. Jones. On Licensed Premises at Unlawful Hours -A.S. Owen Price charged William Evans and John Thomas with this offence. The case was partly heard at the last meeting. The nfficer repeated the evidence he had given on that occasion, whir-h was to the effect that on Sunday evening, the 0th January, at twenty minutes past ten. he heard a noise at the Brynawen Inn. He went away, and at half-past ten went round to the back. He then found both defendants in the house verv drunk. For the defence, Griffith Roberts, landlord of the Brvnawen Tun, deposed that early in the afternoon on the Sunday referred to John Thomas came to him, and asked to be allowed to sleep at his house that night. He consented, and defendant did not make any disturbance.—The summons was dis- missed. Drunkenness.— The two last named defendants were charged at the instance of A.S. Owen Price, with beinc drunk 011 licensed premises, and fined 2s 6d and 18s fid costs each. Permitting Drunkenness.—Griffith Roberts, land- lord of the Brynawen Inn, was charged with this offence, and ordered to pay a fine of £ 1 and lis costs. Open During Prohibited Hours.—The summons against Griffith Roberts, Brynawen Tnn, cbnrgin.<» him with having his house open during prohibited hours was dismissed. Ponchinaat Dolbenmaen and Penmorfa.—R. R. Jones and John Roberts were each fined 4s fid and 16s fid costs for this offence, at Dolbenmaen on the 4th of January and for a similar offence at Penmorfa. Robert Roberts, Ellis Roberts, John Roberts, and William Roberts were ordered to pay a fine of 4s 6d and 16s Gel costs each. Non-Payment of Wages.— Robert, John Owen sum- moned Humphrey Lloyd, master of the Dorothy and Mary, for non-payment of wages. Complain- antwho claimed dEl 10s Old. deposed that he shipped as cook on defendant's vessel on the 7th September last. His wages were to be at the rate of .£1 per month. He had served four months and five onVR, but had only received X2 13s 3Jd as wages.—Iiobt! :1 1-1 Foulkos deposed to 11' Lring defendant agree to pay complainant at the rate of jEl per month. -The bench ordered defendant to pay complainant the 811m of togctlier with costs. amounting to 10s 6d.

FLINT. At .the special sessions on Monday last, before Mr P. A. Maud si ey, John Cullen and Thos. Evans, strohng angers and clog dancers, were charged with being druuk and disorderly on Saturday nignt. The case was proved by P.C. Ryan. They were committed to gaol for seven days. At the special sessions on Tuesday last, before Mr J. Henry, F 'wnrd James was charged with stealing three spades from Messrs Muspratt's works. He was remanded till Monday. PROMENADE Co ve HUT. —Oil Tuesday evening last it grand piomeuade concert was given in the As- sembly Rooms of th.s borough by the Flint String Band, which was very well and respectably at- tended. ^*1.1S heing the first appearance of the band in public, no little interest was manifested in the matter, but from the knowledge of the earnest painstaking of fhe members to perfect themselves meet to appear iu public, the audience were not disappointed in the expectations of a treat by local amateurs. The pieces rendered were essentially dance music, interspersed with a few songs, which were rendered with marked time-keeping and taste of execution. The following programme was gone through :—' Grand operatic fantasia (arranged by Mr S. Davies), Band; country dance, Budget,' Band; polka, 'Constantinople,' Band; quaJrille, Alhamhra,' Band comic song, Tin pot band (by desire), Mr W. II. Hodgkinson sehottische 'Queen of day,' Baud; lancers, 'Victoria,' Band; polka, 'New year's gift,' Band; waltz, 'Fairy spell.' Band; quadrille, 'Donn) brook' (Grand Irish Airs), Band; sehottishce, May flower,' Band varsoviai.a, 'Midnight.' Band; song, "Tie but a little faded flower,' Mr 1). Hughes; galop, Snow drift,' Band lancers, Original,' Band pnlka, Diving lwlI,' Band; circle, Password,' Hand. The band is composed of Mr E. Edwards "Olo violin and piccolo) Mr D. Hughes (corner r it. Violin); Mr J. Christy (second violin) Mr S. Davies (double bass) Mr Thorns Davies (second violin) and Mr Hartley (trombone;. We are informed that it is the intention of the band to have; these concerts periodically in thi« town, and that invitations have already been re- ceived to hold concerts in other places in the neighbourhood.

HOLYHEAD. TREAT.-As was briefly announced last week, the teachers and officers of the English and Welsh Wesleyan Sunday Schools, were entertained to tea in the vestry of the English Wesleyan ehapLlon Wednesday. January 23rd, through the kindness of Mr and Mrs J. M. Prichard, N. P- Bank. Tea was served at six p.m., when about fifty of the teachers sat down. At seven p.m., a meeting was held, Mr Joseph Williams being voted to the chair who in opening the meeting made a few brief re- marks relative to the object of the meeting, saving it gave him great pleasure to preside at such a meeting, especially so, after the luxurious tea which had been so kindly provided for them alL Addresses were given by Mr R. J. Johns, Mr A. Riddiford, Mr W. Jones, Mr Simpson, Mr Barton Mr John Williams, Mr G. Jones, and Ilr Prichard. Several hymns were sung during the evening, Mis* A. Edwa'-ds presiding at the harmonium Votes of thanks to Mr Prichard for his great kindness and to the chairman, glit this interesting and profitable meeting to a close at 9.30 p.m.

NEWBOROUGH. ANTI-WAR MEETING.—A crowded meeting was held on Tuesday evening at the Newborough British Schoolroom. Mr R. P. Jones, draper, occupied the chair, and opened the meeting in a. telling speech. Dr Parry dwelt at length on the horrors of war. and the fearful loss to nations in blood and money. He also gave a description of the cruelties the Turks had committed for genera- tions past. Dr Parry moved a resolution in favour 0' petitioning Goveri ment against a warlike policy. He said even if the money is granted, Lord Beaconsfield would not be satisfied on that sum. He praised Lord Derby and Lord Carnarvon as c uscieutious men, and had it not been for them we would have been now engaged in a war. Speeches were delivered to a similar effect by Mr Escnc Davies, Mr Robert Hughes, farmer, thtt- Itev W. Jones (C.M.). Rev Mr Jones (I.), the Vicar of the parish. &c.

RUTHIN. LIVELY MKETINO OK THE CORPORATION.—Yester- day, at a meeting of the Ruthin town council, Mr Councillor Roberts presented a petition from a town's meeting against a proposal to borrow £1000 for town improvements. The Mavor denounced Mr noberts and the promoters of the meeting as ringleaders against the council and misleadera of the ratepayers, and demanded all explanation why he suppressed a requisition he signed for a town's meeting on Saturday morning instead of at night. A lively scene followed, in which the mayor refused to allow Mr Roberts to address the council, and told him he would teach him the forms of that council; and Mr Roberts asserted, amid excite- ment, that the mayor wns using the mayor's chair as "a coward's corner."—Subsequently another squabble ensued on the town's meeting resolutioB being read. —The Mayor denounced the unsatis- factor- way in which the officials did their work, asserting that they were all square men in round holes, and if the business was not better done he would vacate the chair. Alderman Jenkins gave notice that he should propose to consider all th»j officers' duties and reduce the surveyor's salary by £ 15, intimating that the latter was so lazy that he we"M «oon want the councillor to comb and brash his long beard (great laughter).

HOLYWELL. THE EASTERN* QUESTION.—-Judging by appear- ances the inhabitants of Holywell cannot be accused of indifference with regard to affairs in the East. True there has been no public meeting on the question convened, but reference has fre- quently been made from the pulpits of the variou- religious denominations in the town, and on Sunday evening last. a united prayer meeting was held at the Chapel-street schoolroom, to invoke divine blessing upon the pacific exertions of her Majesty's Government. In order to give their sentiments some practical force, a petition from the inhabit- ants w's formed this week, praying her Majesty's ministers to use all the efforts in their power towards bringing to an end the terrible bloodshed in the East, and strongly protesting against the demand by the Government of a supplementary vote of six millions for" warlike purposes." The petition, although hurriedly got up, was signed by about 2-JO persons, and was sent to Mr Osborne Morgan by Wednesday's post, for presentation to the House of Commons. Let, us hope that this in conjunction with other unmistakable indications of public opinion, will have the effect of checking the unpatriotic conduct of her Majesty's advisers."

PENYGROE8. THE EASTERN QUESTION.—A crowded meeting was held on Wednesday evening at the Market Hall, when delegates from the different quarries representing some 3000 workmen, were present! Amongst those present we noticed Mr G. Lewis (chairman), Rev R. J ones, Rev J. J ones, Messrs M. Hughes, draper; Thomas Lloyd Jones, W Griffiths, Henry Jones, J. O. Williams, D. Frazer W. Jones, T. Evans, Bod Feddyg: O. Roberts', Post Office; J. Evans, stationmaster. T'.t fni. lowing resolutions were unanimously passed: That this meeting, believing that tht ■ is nothing in the present situation of the contests in the East which endangers British interests or justifies interference by the English Government, protests against any supplementary grant of money for military and naval purposes, and re- quests the membe s for the county and boroughs to vote against sucn grant." (2). "That a petition embodying this resolution be signed by the Chair- man, and forwarded to Mr W. Bulkeley Hughes for presentation to the House of Commons." (3^. That the thanks of tins meeting be conveyed to the Right Hon. the Earl of Carnarvon for resign- ing his o.'lice of Secretary of State fir the Colonies rather than support the policy of the Govern- ment."