The Chester Courant and Advertiser for North Wales

LOUBETS VISIT. IMPENDING HONOURS. [REUTEE'S SPECIAL CABLE.] The "Echo de Paris" states that President Loubet, during1 his stay in London, will confer the Legion of Honor on the Prince of Wales. Lord Roberts, the Lord Mayor, and on all Ministers. M. Nevenna, councillor at the Vatican, informed M. Loubet that negociations for arranging an in- terview between the President and the Pope have no chance of succeeding.

ALLSOPP'S CAPITAL. Mr. Justice Byrne to-day declined to confirm the scheme for the reduction of the capital of Samuel Allsopp and Sons, Limited, by over a million sterling, saying he did not consider it fair to the deferred ordinary shareholders.

DAY GODFREYS DEATH. The death took place this morning at Beestrm. near Nottingham, of Lieut. Dan Godfrey, the famous bandmaster who brought the ba.nd of the Grenadier Guards to such a pitch of efficiency. Mr. Godfrey, who was 72 years of age. succumbed to paralysis.

PARIS MOTOR ACCIDENT ENGLISH VISITORS INJURED. [REUTEE'S SPECIAL CABLE.] Paris, Tuesday. Mr. Marshal Roberts, his wife, and a Mr. Q-old were seriously injured while motoring on the Fontainebleau road on Sunday. The motor colli led with a carriage.

FLIGHT OF THE MULLAH. --+- BRITISH UNABLE TO FOLLOW. The War OfSco r>'cr-.ved on Saturday afternoon the following despatch from General Manning:— General Manning to Secretary of State for War. Bohotle, June 25 To-day Oobia force arrived here, after meeting with no opposition, but driving off small number of the enemy, who were escorting their On the way in a number of camels and ?heep were captured. The Mullah with his fighting men crossed half way between Damot and Bohotle. and his live stock followed on. Thi* move was due to our hold on the Mudug di-trict and pressure of the Abvssinians advancing from south. The garrison. of Damot and Bohotie were contained by a number of horse- men. who mack- no atrempt at a serious '1ttack. The flight of the Mullah would have become a rout if it had been possible to have moved out of Bohotie a column of sufficient strength. The pn-;o.cra captured on the iruv iu state th <h>- tribes are disorganised. At the War Office the above despatch is regarded as entirely disposing- of the report of a serious reverse to British arm-. General Manning or: the 24th in; reported the expected arrival of the force at Bohotle on the 26th. and although the due ar- rival now recorded does not necessarily preclude the possibility of mishaps to the long line of posts between the base and the advanced position-, it is I 'all con-ide-ed unlikely in the extreme that the news now to hand could have been sent in ignorance of any considerable check 0--reverse to any portion of the force, apart from which the context of the the fcrce, apart from which the context of the message to hand seem. altogether to discount the I sinister rumours circulated early on Saturday. The telegram from a French source at JTbutil stated that a very serious reverse to the British arms in Southland had taken place on the line of British posts between Burao and Bohotle. THE MULLAH'S PRISONERS. NO WHITE OFFICERS. The War Office to-day issued the following declaration from Brigadier-General Manning:- Bohotie, June 29th. A rumour of white officers being in the Mullah's camp as prisoners appears to have reached England. I have carefully enquired from deserters, who state that there are no white prisoners in the Mullah's camp and deserters to Aby.ssir.ians confirm this. Had there been any prisoners, the Mullah- would have before now demanded terms for their surrender.

MORE VtALKfNG CONTESTS. I A CHESTER RAILWAY WALK. The first walk from Chester tool: place on Wed- nesdaywhen twenty-one members of the London and North-Western Railway Company's and Shropshire Union Railway and Canal Company's clerical staffs competed. The route lay from the Chester Training College to Parkgate. a dis- tance of eleven mile. Mr. A. L. William.-> started the competitors at 2h. 4oni. 5s. They kept well together for a time, but after the third milestone was passed L. Williams took the lead, and maintained it until e'.tering Parkgate village, where, owing to an accident to his foot, he was overtaken, and had to be content with third place. The order and time of arrival of the first ten were as follow:—1, R. W. Davies, 4h. 35m. 30->. 2. E. G. Pozzi. 4h. 37. 30s. 3 W. L. Williams. 4h. 33m. 3O; 4. G. Miller. 4h. 39m. Od. 5. A Strong, 411. 41m. 45s. 6. L. Hales and G. Pitchford, 4L 4.3m. 50s.; 8. O. J. Owen. 4li. 47m. 10s.; 9, H. J. Cole- man, 4h. 47m. 15s. 10, W. J. Livesey, 41:. 50m. 40s. Two competitor- did not finish. After the contest the competitor- and friends, over 50 in number, had tea. after which the prizes were dis- tributed by Mr. A. Entwistle. the L. and N.W. District Traffic Superintendent. The judges were Messrs. A. Entwistle and T. Hales; the time- keeper Mr. J. T. Partington: the starter Mr. A. L. Williams: and the committee. 1<ür". W. Fletcher, II. Manger. A. E. Mvatt. W. C. Plant. L. Hales. J. H. E. Bennett, E. G. Poggi. D. Robc-rtson, and W. Bonnet (hon. secretary). The stewards were Messr-. C. Adams, J. Betm. N. A. Coope. J. R. Fenna. T Fenna. Moore. W. C. J. Morgan, A. Thomp-o i. Wilkinson and W. E. Yates. The following was a list of the competi- tors: Messrs. T. Alhna. J. H. E. Bennett, H. H. Blain, J. W. Bonnet,. Bostoek, Coleman, A. Comes, J. T. Davies. R W. Davies. F. A. Eaton. H. Froarson. — Grego-v, L. Hales, W. O. Jones, W. J. Livesey. N. G. HcLeod, J. Mathison. G. Miller. O. J. Owen. G. Pitchford, E. G. Poggi. T. Roberts, A. Strong. J. Thompson, A. Turner, S. T. Wedge, J. Weeks, W L. Williams. ANOTHER CHESTER WALK. Several Chester men had a walkingoompe-tition on Wednesday from tiCo Town Hall-square to Tarvin and back. a distance of eleven miles. Nineteen competitors started at 7-2 p.m. A large crowd witnessed the start- and! the return. Tiie following are the names of the first si: — 1st, William M'Grath: 2nd,Samuel Jones; 3rd. Joseph Hughes; 4th, L~aac Walton; 5th. He-ry Wjld'ing: 6th, Thomas Sparkes. CHESTER HYDRAULIC ENGINEERS. The employes of the Chester Hydraulic En- gineering Co. had a walk on Saturday from Liver- pool-road end, Chester, round Little Sutton, across the Welsh-road, and h.c-k to Chester by Pirlcgtte- road, the distance being about 14 miles. Thirty- one competitors faced the starter at 2 35, and the first four finished at the following times;- H. M. 1, W. Wright 5 2 2. H. Bell 5 m 3, T. Hewitt 5 14 4, Walker 5 2U The performance or the last-named was very creditable, as he is a youth of only 16. The prize for the oldest competitor was awarded to H. Darlington, who finished 22nd at 5 52, and the giize for the youngest walker was gained by E. [olland, a boy of 14 years, who finished 17th at 5 39. NESTON LADIES' WALK. About a dozen Nestor, ladies engaged in a walking race last evening. The route was from the Hotel Victoria at Heswall to the site of the Boathouse Inn, Parkgate, via Gayton village. Telegraph-road, and Leighton. The result was as follows 1, Miss Gladys Cramer-Roberts 2, Miss Cramer-Roberts 3, Miss Richardson: 4, Miss A nnahell Cramer- Koberts 5, Miss Liverruore 6. lrs. Reeves. The distance was about three miles, and the time occupied by the winner on the journey was about thirty-three minutes. M L-s Gladys Cramer-Roberts won by ti ity yards, white five yards separated second and third, and seventy the third and fourth. WREXHAM BOYS' CONTEST. Twenty-five pupiL- attending Grove Park School, Wrexham, took part in a walking contest, on Saturday, the route, which measured somewhat over eleven miles, beinnr to Holt and back to Wiexham via Borras. R. S. Thompson won in 2hrs. Omins. lsec. D. H. Nicholson, second, 2hrs. 4mins. 35secs. and F. H. Nicholson, third, 2hrs. 5mins. 32secs. Twell e boys, including the first three, finished within two and a quarter hours, and were each awarded a special time medal. The winner is seventeen years of age, and finished very comfortably.

FIRE AT SEALAND.-About two o'clock yesterdav (Tuesday) afternoon, the Chester Fire Brigade turned out, under Superintendent Shone. in consequence of a summons by telephone, to a fire at Cop Field Farm. Sealand. They had not returned at the time of going to presa.

NEWMARKET MEETING. TUESDAY. .MAIDEN TWO-YEAR-OLD PLATE.-Drum- nigh, 1 Mrs. Hawkins, 2; Imago, 3. Sixteen ran. VISITORS' PLATE.—Kilcheran, 1; Kearsage, 2 La Laide, 3. Eighteen ran.

CARLISLE MEETING. TUESDAY. TRIAL PLATE. -Prestozigate, 1; Vaal f, 2; Murmur, 3. Nine ran. HOLM HILL PLATE.—Keystone, 1; Kentish Glory, 2 Dewdrop II., 3. Six ran. SOLW AY PLATE.—Ethel May, 1; Loving, 2; Silver Slipper, 3 Seven ran. CUMBERLAND PLATE.—Light of Asia, 1; Catty Crag, 2 Cock of the Roost, 3. Twelve ran.

WREXHAM SUMMER RACES. (Under the Rules of the British Pony and Gallowav Racing Association.) An attractive programme had been issued for the Wrexham Summer Meeting on Monday, and with the weather all that could be desired there was every inducement to the sport-loving population of the district to support the fixture. This they did in no half-hearted fashion, and they were supple- mented by a strong contingent from the principal centres in the North and Midlands. The feature of the racing was the dual success of Rendezvous, who carried off for Mr. E. A. Griffiths both the June Handicap and the Summer Cup. These successes were received by the crowd with every token of approbation, Mr. Griffiths being a local sportsman who is held in deservedly high esteem. Mr. Harold Bazley's colours were twice to the fore by the aid of Melody in the Gentleman Riders' Race and by the aid of Prince Alfred in the New Stand Stakes. Epsom secured the Paddock Plate, and the Consolation Stakes fell to Coincidence, both animals having figured under Jockey Club Rules. Derails :— GENTLEMEN RIDERS' RACE of 12 sovs.; 10 sovs. to the winner and 2 sovs. to the second. About five furlongs. 11 11 Mr. Harold Bazley's MELODY, aged Mr C. Piggott 1 11 11 Mi. T. E. H;;ghes's Royalty, 5yrs., Mr. C. Garnett 2 12 11 Mr. H. Bazley's Prince Alfred, 6yrs., Mr. C. B. Ism ay 12 4 Mr. W. Davenport, jun's Nellie Grey, 4ys., Capt. Hobson 0 Betting :—5 to 4 each agst Melody and Prince Alfred. 5 to 1 Royalty, and 20 to 1 Nellie Grey.— Royalty led to straight, where Melody drew to the front, and making the remaider of the running won by three lengths four lengths separated the second and third. JUNE HANDICAP of 20 sovs.; 15 sovs. to the winner, and 5 sovs. to the second. About a mile. 8 11 Mr. E. A. Griffiths's RENDEZVOUS, aged, A. West 1 12 2 Mr. G. Wright's Coincidence, 3yrs.. Mr. C. Garnett 2 11 8 Mr. E. H.Vaughan's Venus (late Frivolity II.), aged J. Stanton 3 11 8 Mr. J. Mitchell's Saltney Lass, 3yrs., W. Hopkins 0 10 9 Mr. R. Shakespeare's Kitty Asthore, 4yrs., D. Davies 0 8 2 Mr. A. D. Purgold's Damson, aged A. Bolas o Betting6 to 4 on Kitty Asthore, 9 to 4 agst Rendezvous, G to 1 Coincidence, and 10 to 1 others. —Won by four lengths; a neck between the second and third. PADDOCK PLATE of 20 sovs. a selling race for Ponies and Galloways. About five furlongs. 11 3 Mr. H. Hooie's EPSOJI (late His Excellency), aged ( £ 30).Mr. C. Piggott 1 11 7 Mr. H. S. Reake's Little Tich, aged ( £ 30) H. Hayes 2 9 10 Mr. B. E. Wedge's Lady Buckingham, 3yrs ( £ 20) Owner 3 10 3 Mr. T. W. Watts's Purley, 4yrs (£20) Mr. T. Stanley 0 10 6 Mr. E. Davy's Hector, 3yrs( £ 10), ,T. Wilson 0 Betting 5 to 4 agst Epsom, 5 to 2 Hector. 3 to 1 Little Tich, and 8 to 1 others. Won by half a length three lengths divided the second and third. NEW STAND STAKES of 15 sovs. 12 sovs. to the winner and 3 sovs. to the second.—About a mile. 12 4 Mr. Harold Bazley's PRINCE ALFRED, flyrs A. West 1 10 4 Mr. E. A. Griffiths's Grev Leaf, 5yrs R. A. Swash 2 9 7 Mr. T. W. Watts's The Kite, 6yrs ( £ 25) Mr. B. E. Wedge 3 Betting 3 to 1 on Prince Alfred, 3 to 1 agst Grey Leaf, and 10 to 1 The Kite. Prince Alfred waited un The Kite for half a mile, when he drew to the front, and making the remainder of the running won by a length three lengths between the second and third. SUMMER CUP of 30 sovs.—about a mile and a half. 9 5 (increased to lOst.) Mr. E. Griffith's REN- DEZVOUS. aged R. Swash 1 9 5 Mr. J. E. Hughes's Royalty, 5yrs J. W. Bowes 2 9 0 (alld 41b.) Mr W. Davenport, jun's Poet's Daughter, fiyrs Mr. Piggott 3 8 5 (car Sst. Nlr. B. E. Wedge's Lady Buckingham, 3yrs C. Walley 0 Betting G to 4 on Rendezvous, 6 to 4 agst Poet's Daughter, 10 to 1 Royalty, and 100 to 7 Lady I Buckingham.—The favourite drew out at the half distance, and, holding her advantage to the end, won, pulling up, by a length three lengths separ- ated the second and third. WREXHAM CONSOLATION STAKES of 10 sovs.—About five furlongs. 10 6 Mr. G. Wright's COINCIDENCE, 3yrs Mr. Standley 1 10 7 Mr. H. S. Reake's Little Tich, aged E. Bordy 2 8 9 Mr. W. Davenport, jun's Nellie Grey, ^tyre C. Walley 3 9 11 Mr. J. Mitchell's Saltney Lass, 5yrs W. Hopkinson 0 9 10 Mr. E. Davey's Hector, 3yrs .J. Wilson 0 Betting 7 to 2 on Coincidence, 4 to 1 agst Little Tich, and 10 to 1 others.—Won by half a length four lengths divided the second and third.

LAWN TENNIS. CHESHIRE v. NOTTS. This match in the Inter-County Cup competition was played at Nottingham on Monday, when Notts, by five matches to four, qualified to represent the Midland Counties in the semi-final. Details :— H. D. Snook and A. G. Neilson (N) beat H. Christian Jones and S. R. Richardson, 6 2, 6 4; lost to A. Herschell and J. Whit tall, 6 2. 4 6, 2 6; beat .1. D. Harris and R. Marquiss, G 4, 3 6, G 3. E. F. Bradley and A. L. A. Wyer (N) lost to Herschell and Whittall, G 4. 1 G. 2 6; beat Harris and Marquiss, G 2, G 2; beat Jones and Richardson, 1 6, G 2, G 2. S. Bourne and 0 Johnson (N) beat Harris and Marquiss, 4 6, G 2. 7 5: lost to Jones and Richard- son, 2 G, 4 G; lost to Herschell and Whittall, 1 6. 9 7, 4 G. Notts won by five matches to four, 13 sets to 11, and 110 games to 107.

CRICKET. MALPAS v. WREXAM ST. MARK'S.— Played on Saturday. Score:- ST. MARK'S. MALPAS. Weaver run out S Howard c Mackie b Pullien c Lewis b L F Hughes 3 Fletcher 2 L Fletcher c R Hughes R Hughes b J Fletcher 0 b F Hughes 0 R 0 Evans c & b L AFletcherc&b Pullien 1 Fletcher 6 Capt Ethelston c Pullien Gordon b L Fletcher 0 b R 0 Evans .35 RWEvansbLFletch'r t) Lewis c Pullien b R 0 Fehelan b J Fletcher 9 Evans 6 Perkins c Howard b J Fletcher b R Hughes 1 Welch 9 Welch c Gordon b R Jones b A Fletcher. 0 Hughes. 0 Nlackie not out 4 hent s "on c R Evans 2 F Hughes B A Fletcher 5 Mercer c R Hughes b R O Evans 1 Bottomley not out 5 Extras. 5 Extras. 0 54 54

SIR FREDERICK TREVES. Sir Frederick Treves, whose successful operation upon the King brought him as prominently before the public eye as he had formerly been eminent in the medical world. has decided to retire from practice at the end of July. His chief reason for this step is his desire to devote himself more completely to the re- organisation of the Army Medical Service, which, as he says, is a task requiring great labour, but he confidently believes will result in producing the finest organisation of this nature in the world. The growth of his practice threatened to prevent his having the leisure for this purpose. Sir Frederick will retain his position as surgeon-in-ordinary to the King. Only fifty years of age, and in the prime of health aid vigour, after twenty-five years of most industrious practice of surgery. Sir Frederick Treves is full of energy for the accomplishment of the work which he has set before him. The state- ment that he contemplated entering into politics is incorrect. HOLLOWAY'S PILLS. Weary of Life. — Derangement of the liver is one of the most efficient causes of dangerous diseases, and the most prolific of those melancholy forebodings which are worse than death itself. A few doses of these noted Pills act magically in dispelling low spirits and repelling attacks made on the nerves by excessive heat, im- pure atmospheres, over-indulgence, or exhausting excitement The most shattered constitution may derive benefit from Holloway's Pills, which will regulate disordered action, brace the nerves, increase the energy of the intellectual faculties, and revive the failing memory. By attentively studying the instructions for taking these Pills, and obediently the failing memory. By attentively studying the instructions for taking these Pills, and obediently putting them in practice, the most despondent will I soon feel confident of a perfect recovery. |

DEATH OF JUDGE WYNNE FFOULKES. We deeply regret to announce that Judge WynneFfoulkes passed away atfive o'clock on Satur- day morning at his residence, Northgate House, Chester. The sad news caused a painful sensation in the city, coming as it did quite unexpectedly. Public intimation of the judge's death was given on Saturday by the hoisting of the Union Jack at half-mast on the Town Hall Square, and it was received by the citizens with feelings akin to con- sternation. The sad news came as a great surprise to the general public, for only so recently as Tuesday deceased was seen walking in the thoroughfares of the city with his accustomed elasticity and firmness of step and erectness of figure, and appeared to be in thê! enjoyment of robust health, considering his great burden of years. He was always a familiar figure, although he seldom identified himself with the public life of Chester, owing to a retirinl-, unostentatious disposition. On Tuesday, when the judge was last outside his residence, nothing serious was apprehended as to his state of health even by his medical attendants, though he had for some time been attended by Dr. W. M. Dobie and Dr. W. Henry Dobie. It was not until Thursday morning that the condition of the patient gave rise to alarm, wh"n he bacame so seriously ill that from the first little hope was entertained of his recovery. He gradually sank and passed away peacefully on Saturday morning as stated. The learned judge was born on July 14th, 1821, and was therefore in his 83rd year. He was the fourth son of Lieutenant-Colonel John P. Ffoulkes, of Eriviat, Denbigh, who died in 1826, by Caroline Mary, the second daughter and co-heiress of Robert Jocelyn, a captain in the Royal Navy, of Stanstead Bury, Hertford- shire. All the judge's three brothers bad pre- deceased him, one being Major Jocelyn Ffoulkes, who resided at Eriviat, and another an archdeacon in the diocese of St. Asaph. Mr. Ffoulkes's early education was imparted to him at Shrewsbury School, where he won a scholarship at Jesus College, Oxford, to which he proceeded in due course, taking his B.A. in 1844 and his Master's degree in 1847. His uncle, the late Dr. Ffoulkes, was for many years the Principal of Jesus College. He was called to the Bar at Lincolns Inn in 1847, and was afterwards appointed a revising barrister. He was raised to the County Court Bench by Earl CVrns, in May, 1875, and for close on 25 years ho presided with much dignity and credit over Circuit 7 -Birkenhead Warrington, Northwich, Leigh, Altrincham, Runcorn, and Winsford. The late judge married twice. His first wife was a daughter of Archdeacon Howard, of Llanrhaidr, by whom he has two surviving sons, the Rev. H. Wynne Ffoulkes, rector of Clifton, near Nottingham, and the Rev. Piers. B. Ffoulkes, rector of Odd Rode. His second wife was a daughter of the Rev. G. Heywood, by whom he had four children, three of whom survive him, namely, Mrs. Caroline Mary Wynne Atcherley, Mr. John Wynne Ffoulkes, and Mr. Sidney Wynne Ffoulkes. The learned judge- was an archaeologist and antiquary of considerable achievement. He was one of the founders in 1849 of the Chester Archaeological Society, of which he was the active secretary, also editor, for many years. The early numbers of the society's journal contain some inter- esting articles from him. He also took an active part m the proceedings of the Cambrian Archaeo- logical Society, and contributed a number of valuable papers to the Archieologia Cambrensis The late judge was an authority on the British camps and earthworks, and made fruitful investigations in the mountains about the Vale of Clwyd. He was a connoisseur of old silver and china, and had a very extensive and valuable library. In an appreciative notice of his Honour the "Law Times" some time ago said "The closer we study the lives and careers of the men who have attained eminence at the Bar, the more we are struck with the advantages of a successful university record. Again and again in these democratic days is the question asked of the value of a university training. The expenses of such training are great. Are the rewards com- mensurate? Decidedly yes, we reply, and par- ticularly so in the legal profession. Here the pathway to progress is very largely cleared by the reputation a man brings up from his college. If c this reputation be a sound one, it speedily is con- firmed by the voice of the legal profession, with the result that either fees or official promotion follow. This has been abundantly made clear by the biographical notices it has been our privilege, week by week, to place before our readers, and yet another instance we are to day dealing with." Feeling himself firmly placed, Mr. Wynne Ffoulkes felt it incumbent on him to justify the old Biblical aphorism that it is not good for man to live alone, and accordingly he led to the altar Miss I's Elizabeth Benedicta, the sixth daughter of the late Rev. Dr. Howard, Canon of Bangor. By the marriage he had two sons. After a brief span of well-nigh unalloyed happiness, that lady died. From this" terrible blow it took Mr. Wynne Ffoulkes long to recover. Time, the great healer, however, silently drew its mantle over the past, and in 1859 he married Miss Hester Mary, third daughter of the Rev. George Heywood, rector of Ideford. Devon. Bv his second marriage there were two sons a-j.j two daughters. All the members of the family '.i>-v>ve him except the younger of the daughte.s, who died in the year 1883. Mrs. Wynne Ffoulkes died in the year 1895. In the meantime Mr. Ffoulkes's practice was growing, leading 10 his being nominated as revising barrister for the North Wales Circuit in 1868. and a Commas'v;er of Escheat, Chester and North Wales, the duties of which office he admirably performed from 1872 to 1874. In the following year he receiv ed a HII- merited promotion to the appointment ft county court judge of circuit No. 7, which includes Bir- kenhead, Warrington, Runcorn, Leigh, wich and Winsford. and formerly \Yig«ra Commenting on this appointment, tiie Law Times." in the biography from which have quoted, said: "The appointment was ur.isaliv recognised as a fitting and proper one. F-.#j'r since then his Honour has held the icales of justice evenly in the various courts constiiurh.-g his circuit. His keen knowledge of con.me.on) law has rendered his court of very great, service to suitors, while his unsparing wrath bti-us and traudutent actions ot all sorts has ren-ln-vd him a terror to evildoers. In manner he is ,r- haps a trifle too judicial, but this manne- Only masks as warm and sympathetic a heal- i,, ev.„r beat. His kindnesses many; his generosity unostentatious, but v/ide. To his own profession he is ever ready to extend the right hand of fel- lowship, and no man has fewer enemies. Is any better commentary needed than that? A good man, an upright and wise judge, a true frfend, and, above all, a keen sympathiser with real dis- tress and misfortune." After discharging his judicial duties for upwards of 24 years, his Honour took a well-earned retirement at the close of the year 1399. The position he held is of the annual value of £ 1,400. As shewing his cordial relations with the representatives of the Bar who piactised before him, we quote the following remarks made on the occasion of his valedictory at the Birken- head Court:—Mr. Collingwood Hope said as that was the last occasion his Honour would appear in that court, he desired to say a few words as the senior representative of the Bar. After referring to the patient manner in which his Honour had listened to the case just concluded, a case full of complications, and which had engaged the time of the court for four days, Mr. Hope remarked that during the years he had personally known his Honour and had practised before him in that court, whether he spoke of him as a judge or a I friend, he could only speak of him as a patient, courteous, courtly English gentleman. He did not think he could more adequately express his feelings and those entertained by his brethren nt the Bar towards the judge. They had always re- ceived every courtesy and help from his Honour. After 25 years on the Bench his Honour sought retirement, and be that retirement long or short, the members of the Bar wished him leisure, health, and every happiness.—Alderman J. T. Thompson, on behalf of the local solicitors, en- dorsed the remarks of Mr. Collingwood Hope, and said that he remembered his Honour took his seat in that Court on two occasions before he (Alderman Thompson) came to Birkenhead, and during the whole of that time his Honour had always treated the solicitors with the greatest kindness, courtesy and consideration. They hoped he would be spared for many years to enjoy the retirement to which he was justly entitled, and that he would carry away many pleasant reminiscences of the time he had presided in that court. Judge Wynne Ffoulkes was an -old resident of Chester, having lived first at Eccleston and after- wards in the city for upwards of forty yeans. At one time he acted as agent to the Marquis of Westminster, the father of the late Duke. Judge Wynne Ffoulkes was for many years on the commission of the peace for Chester and also in the Chester Castle Division. In athletics, his Honour was a good oars- man. He obtained his training on the Dee, on which river he rowed in at least one race every year from the ages of 15 to 23. He also rowed at Oxford when at college. A FRIEND'S TRIBUTE. A friend of the deceased's favours us with the following:—The late judge's varied attainments and his cultured mind brought him into contact with many great men, and his acquaintance was sought and his delightful conversation regarded as a great charm. There were few subjects upon which he was unable to speak with knowledge, and his extreme vivacity, warm hospitality and cordial greetings were greatly appreciated. A truly Christian spirit pervaded all his actions, and he was forgiving and kind in whatever he had to do or say. An earnest Churchman all through his life, he imparted a spirit of Christian feeling wherever he went. A central figure among us all, he was much esteemed and highly regarded by those who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. His removal will be a severe loss to many to whom he held out the hand of generosity in a quiet, helpful and unostentatious ir anner. He loved the Cathedral and tho quaint old spots of our city, and knew their history far better than most who are supposed to have a thorough acquaintance with the subject. He has delighted many a friend with his knowledge when conducting him or her around the city. When appointed a judge, Wigan was then a part of his circuit, but the work on his circuit was so heavy that the Lord Chancellor attached that town to a less busy circuit. On his appointment it was said of the learned judge: The appointment will give the most lively satis- faction to the legal profession and the public. During his long career at the Bar the learned gentleman's high personal qualifications have gained for him universal esteem, and in selecting him to succeed the late Judge Harden, the Lord Chancellor has not only acknowledged the just claims of a barrister of eminent ability, but secured for the administration of a most im- portant department of law the advices of a gentleman of undoubted judicial capacity." That was written by a leading journal in 1875. How true it has proved those who knew the late judge's punctilious care and painstaking qualities can readily conclude. His is a very great loss to the legal profession, to the country, and to our city. The true type of a fine old, cultured, courtly English gentleman, now, alas! few and far between, he could ill be spared; but it can be truthfully said of him that he has passed away full of years and honours, leaving behind in his life and actions a great example to many and universally mourned by all. As was said of him by an exalted personage—" He has served the State and the public with conspicuous ability." What finer monument can be wished for than that the record of one's life can be summed up thus! MAGISTRATES' REGRET. Before the commencement of the business at the City Police Court on Saturday, the Mayor (Dr. Roberts), who was accompanied on the bench by Mr. James G. Frost and Dr. Stolterfoth, said the old enemy death had been very busy among them and had removed one of their m-ci .t-valued colleagues in the person of his Honour Judge Wynne Ffoulkes. The Judge was a most kind old gentleman. He was most approachable and a gentleman in all his bearings. He took a great interest in the well-being of the old city of Che iter. Mr. Wynne Ffoulkes was judge of the County Court for many a long day and had always given just decisions. Although his other duties precluded the Judge from giving a very great dleal of his time to magisterial work, he (the Mayor) was sure that they all deeply regrefited his death. He had attained the ripe age of 83 years, and his worship felt he waiiex- pressing the feelings of the city in saying how deeply his removal was regretted. His col Leagues on the Bench concurred in these sentiments. THE DEAN'S REFERENCE. Preaching at Chester Cathedral on Sunday morning, the Dean of Chester, in the course of his sermon, referred to the judge's death. He said: "If then to-day we are saddened at our loss of one who worshipped here lact Sunday, we are able to thank God for the sure and certain hope of a joyful resurrection to, the life of eternal blessedness. His good example will abide with us. His gentle and perfect courtesy, his keen perception of the importance and bearing of all religious questions, his learned love for his Church and country made him a trusted adviser. His reasoned opinion and balanced judgment, so absolutely free from the plausible equivooataoiis used to oatch the popular ea.r and to impose on the unthinking mind, ooromamXtnl our assent. Free from biaiJ, and firm in principle he was a pattern to us all. We may say of him in the words of the book of Wisdom 'Now is he num- bered among the ohildren of G-cid, and his lot is among the Saints.' THE RECORDER'S TRIBUTE. Presiding at the Chester City Quarter Se isi-ens y&sterday (Tuesday), the Recorder (Sir Horatio Lloyd) made a touching reference to the death of Judge Wynne Ffoulkes. He said-You will forgive me for making just a passing reference to the loss which thii- bench has sustained during the last few days. Owing to the oneirous nature of his duties the late Judge Wynne Ffoulkes was unable to devote so much time and attention as he wii hed to the discharge of his duties here. But I am sure you will agree with me that the absence of a name of such character and repute from the list of magistrates here is a distinct loss to the bench. I can speak of a close and intimate friendship with him of more than 50 years, and (added his Honour with some emotion) I can most truly say I nevetr knew a more high-miLndod honest gentleman, nor one more faithful in tho discharge of every duty he was called upon to fulfil. From perscnal experience I know how anxious and con cientious was his desire to do complete justice and equity in. every manner and way. During the remainder of my time of what- ever duration it may be, I shall sorely miss him. It is a satisfaction to me to think that. his high character and kindly remembrance will endure much longer.

THE FUNERAL. The interment t«ok place yesterday (Tuesday) afternoon, at Chester Cemetery, in the presence of a large and representative gathering of mourners. As a token of respect windows were shuttered and blinds were closely drawn in many business estab- lishments and houses in the principal thoroughfares through which the cortege passed. The first portion of the service was held at St. Oswald's Church, and was attended by a large number of friends. The robed clergy present were the Dean of Chester Cathedral, the Rev. E. C. Lowndes (vicar of St. Oswald's) and the Rev. J. F. Howson, the latter two of whom oificiated. The coffin was met at the main entrance to the church by the clergy and choir, who preceded it towards the chancel while chant- ing the opening sentences of the burial service. The service was fully choral, and included the singing of the hymns Peace, perfect peacc and "The saints of God! their conflict past," the 9Qth Psalm and the Nunc Dimittis. The Rev. J., F. Howson read the burial lesson, "Now is Christ risen from the dead." The principal mourners were the Rev. P. J. B. Ffoulkes and Mr. John Wynne Ffoulkes (sons), Mrs. P. J. B. Ffoulkes (daughter- in-law), Mr. and Mrs. R. T. B. Atcherlev (daughter and son-in-law), Mr. Ffoulkes, of Eriviatt, and Colonel Howard, of Wvgfair, St. Asaph (nephews), the Misses Jocelyn Ffoulkes s (nieces), Mrs. Humberston (niece), and Mrs. Lang- ford James (mece). Other mourners present in- Dr W M n3Vr Chester <Dr- J Roberts), n'-JV n' kDob'?.' W. Henry Dobie, Mr. Douglas Dobie Sir Horatio Lloyd, Mr. F. H. u °"i ^r' l*' Roberts, the Ven. Archdeacon iiarber, the Rev. Canon S. Cooper Scott, the Rev. Canon Upperton, General Adair, Mr. J. R. Thomson, Mr. C. P. Douglas, Mr. F. Skipwith, Mr. W. Carstairs Jones, Dr. J. C. Bridge, the Rev. Wilfred Sparling (Upton), Mr. H. Duckworth, Mr. D. A. V. Colt-Williams, Mr. T. S. Gleadowe, Col. J. tl. hlamersley (Chief Constable of Cheshire), Mr. Reginald Potts, Mr. John Garnon, Mr. R. Longueville Barker, Mr. E. Massey, Mr. Reginald Dixon, Mr. G. Barker, Mr. S. B. Jacson, Mr. J. F. Lowe, Mr. George Lowe, Mr. S. Harding, Mr. G. H. Evans, Mr. T. Knowles, Miss Howson, etc. Many beautiful floral tributes were sent by Major and Mr- Atcherley, Canon, Mrs. and Miss Upperton "in affection ate remembrance," "In memoriam from Frederick Bullin-1860 to 1S03," Mris. Griffiths, Llanfair, Prestbury, Mr. and Mrs. Carstair3 Jones, Mrs. and Miss M. A. Havard, Mia i Humberston, "Harry Florence, Bena and Kathenne, Cass-1.e and Dick. John and Sidney," R. T. B. Atcherley, "His nieces—Cecilia, Helena and Adela," Amy B. dough, Miss. H. J. Taylor, Mis Turnour, "To the memory of a kind old friend-Owen S. Wynne," the Dean of Chaster and Mrs. Darby, Edith Humberston, Agnes Lowe and Constance Anne Jocelyn Ffoulkes (niecos), "J. R. Thomson and Evelina," Miss Howson, Mia: Massie, C. M. Lace and Theo. C. Lace, Mr. and Mrs. Wynne (Peniarth), "With depest sympathy from all at Kingston House," Judge Francis Brown "in affectionate memory of a friend and former colleague," Mr. Edward Lethbridge, Mr. and Mrs. W. Cheshire, "In deepest fympahhy from one of his old ad- mirers from Arthur Brown, solicitor, NATarrin,- Carrie, Mr. H. G. Towtisheaid Uarne, Mr. Douglas Dobie and Mr. E. Cyril Dobie, E. J. Swayne, Mrs. Wvnn Griffith (Llanfair), Mrs. E. Jacson," Mr. R. Longueville Barker, Mr. John Lowe and Mr. ueorge Lowe, "Marr, Richard, Reginald, Francis and John," "For darling grandpapa from Bunty and Hester," Mostyn, Beris and Philip Dixon, Mr. and Mrs. Reginald Dixon, Major-General and Mrs Adair, the Servants, Sir Horatio Lloyd, Col. and Mrs. Henry Howard, Mr. Arthur T. Holden (registrar of Bolton), Mr and Mrs, Prescott fDuddon), Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd, "Flowers from Eriviatt withdeepest love," Mrs. Edmund Ffoulkes, Mr. Ffoulkes. Mr. C. Ffoulkes, Miss Sophia L. I Ffoulkes, Mrs. James Swetenham, Ed. Nicholson, and Mrs. Nicholson (Bath), the members of the Grosvenor Club, Colonel and Mrs. Kerr Mont- gomery (Aldershot). Private carriages were sent by the following- — Mr. B. Glogg. Backford Hall; Mr. H. Lvle Smyth, Barrowmore Hall; Mr. T. Gibbons Frost, Mol- lington Banastre; Mrs. Pitcairn Campbell, Vicar's Cross Miss Massey, Curzon Park; Mr. and Mrs. Carstairs Jones; Miss Humberston; Mr. Turbett, Field House; Mr. A. Tyrer, Plas Newton; and Dr. Dobie. The cortege, consisting of twenty-one carriages, made a striking spectacle as it wended its way through the streets to the cemetery. Tiie com- mittal portion of the service was conducted by the Dean, and the hymns sung were "Let saints on earth in concert sing" and "On the resurrection morning." The body was interred in a vault which contains the remains of the deceased's second wife. The walls of the vault were beautifully lined with Canterbury bells, irises and other choice flowers by the deceased's gardener. Among those present at the graveside in addition to those already mentioned were the Rev. H. Grantham, the Rev. G. Eaton (Wrexham), Dr. King, Dr, Stolterfoth, Messrs. H. T. Brown, J. G. Holmes, Thomas Smith, J. J. Cunnah, F. E. Roberts, J. G. Frost, W. D. Jolliffe (registrar of Runcorn County Court), G. F. Clough, George Davison (City Magistrates' Clerk), R. W. Knollys, the registrar of Warrington County Court, T. Ridg- way and Mr. W. F. J. Shepheard. We are requested to state that Mr. George A. Dickson and Mr. J. M. Frost were unable to be present. The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs. J. Smith and Son, Eastgate Row.

WORKING CLASSES' WELFARE. -+-- MR. CHAMBERLAIN AND EAST BIR- MINGHAM CONSERVATIVES. The East Birmingham Conservative Associa- t.ion ha; passed the following resolution and for- warded a copy to the Prime Minister, Mr. Cham- berlain, and the member for the division:— "That this meeting ctf the executive committee of the East Birmingham Conservative Associa- tion heartily approves of the action of the Right Hon. A. J. Balfour and the Right- Hon. J. Chain- berlain in initiating an inquiry into the operation of the hostile commercial tariffs, and in consider- ing a policy which is calculated to place Great Britain and her Colonies in a position to resist them. The meeting has confidence in the ability of its leaders to formulate a fiscal scheme which, while protecting the interests and strengthening the ties which bind the various portions oif the Empire together, will not be prejudicial to the welfare of the working classes in any part of it." Mr. Chamberlain has replied in the following terms:- "40, Prince's Gardens, S.W., June 25, 1903. "Sir,—I am directed by Mr. Chamberlain to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 20th inst. with. thanks, and to t-a.y that he has received with very great pleasure the resolution, passed by the executive of the East Bimingham Conserva- tive Association. Mr. Chamberlain entirely assents to the conditions which must attach to any fiscal reform, and it is scarcely necessary for him to say that he would have been the last man to promote this discaar'ion if he had supposed that under any circumstances it would cause in- jury to the masses of the population.—I am, sir, yours obediently, J. Wilson." Sir Benjamin Stone wrote that the terms of the re olution acoorded with his own views on the subject, and eddied1:—"I ho such cu proposed inquiry will be thorough and complete, so that any possible fiscal changes which may hereafter result shall be based upon true and sound con- clusions."

THE TARIFF WAR. UNIONIST MEMBERS' ATTITUDE. A meeting of Unionist members of Parliament, held m private at Westminster on Wednesday evening, unanimously passed a motion heartily welcoming the resol i i tion; of his Majesty's Ministers to undertake a thorough inquiry into the fiscal system, and agreeing to support them to the utmost in their efforts to ascertain the results of hostile tariffs, and the most effective means of defending and promoting the industries of the United King- dom and Colonies and securing the consolidation of the Empire. MANCHESTER'S OPEN MIND. Manchester Chamber of Commerce, on Wednesday passed a resolution welcoming an investigation of our fiscal policy, and expressing the belief that the result will be to prove that any departure from the principles of Free Trade will not only be found to operate detrimentally on the true and fundamental economic interests of the United Kingdom, but will also tend to import into the relations of the Mother Country with her Colonies harassing questions that possess the germs of future friction, conflicting interests, and ultiniatedisintegration. MR. J. TOMKINSON'S OPPOSITION. THE EFFECT ON MANUFACTURING CENTRES. Mr James Tomkinson, M.P., addressing hii constituents at ALsager on Saturday night, said that an attempt was being made to alter the fisoal system of this country. They had become accut tomed in times of depression of trade to baar proposals advocating what was called Fair Trade, reciprocity, and other changes, but this was the first time the craze had bean revived at a time of unbounded progress and advancement in the prosperity of the country. They had now, it appeared, to fight the old battle of Free Tradle again. Some people seemed to think that- Eng- land was prosperous under Protection but there was not a single industry that was prosperous then. In the manufacturing districts the people were starving, unable to obtain the neccs-arie i of life. If they began Protection, if they once beg-an to impose taxes upon the great bulk of the food and the raw material of this country, they would cripple their industries. If they once opened the door to Protection, there would be a cry for more and more. That was the ex- perience of Protectionist countries. After the proposal of Mr. Chamberlain and the declar- ations of Mr. Lalfcur, it was an unprecedented thing; that Mr. Chamberlain should not resign or be dismissed from the Cabinet. (Hear, hear.) It was ridiculous to talk that wage-, would follow an increase in the pricey of food. If they raised the price of focd and raw material they would not be able to produce so cheaply, and the com- petition of other countries: with their industries would be keener.

GRESFORD. SHOCKING OUTRAGE. -Some person on Friday night entered the fowlhouse belonging to Mr. Ashworth, at Horslev Hall, and destroyed and mutilated 19 fowls, which were thrown into a heap together. y KING'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION.- The Gresford Company of the 3rd Batt. R.W Fusiliers on Saturday evening fired Mr. T. H. Dixon's guns at The Clappers, in honour of his Majesty's birthday celebration. Mr. and Mrs. Dixon, with their usual generosity, afterwards entertained the members.

TATTENHALL. LADIES' CLUB lfE.STIVAL.-Favoured by beautiful weather, the annual festival inaugurated by the Tattenhall Ladies Club took place on Mon- day. A procession was formed on the Flacca I leld and headed by the Over Silver Band, marched through the Rectory grounds to the church, where a service was held. The preacher was the Rev. R. W. Colston, rector, who gave an excellent address from the appropriate text, "She did what she could." The procession to and from the. church was greatly admired, the members, who wore their regalia and carried wands decora- tc-d with choice llowers, making a picturesque Slg V.™ w,as f>roviclcd in a large marquee, and over 200 sat down, an increase on the numbers of previous years. Mr. J. Baker, of Tat.tenhait catered satisfactorily. Among those present were the Rev. Canon Holme, formerly vicar of Tatten- hall and now of Great Budworth, Mr. J. Mosford (The Righi), Mr. T. Walker (Russia Hall), Dr. and Mrs. Whichello, Colonel Read (Chester), the Misses Orton, Miss Scott and party, the Misses Challinor, Mrs. Greenwood and Miss Pilkington (Liverpool), Mrs. Brodbelt (Wavertree), etc. The arrangements were carried out in a praiseworthy manner by Messrs. T. Moore Dutton. W. Robin- son and E. Bird, stewards; and Mrs. Brierley and Mrs. Moore Dutton, stewardesses. Mrs. Brierley and Miss Ashton carried out the onerous duties of treasurer and hon secretary respectively. The younger portion of the community were provided with amusement in the form of hobby-horses, swings, etc Dancing to the strains of the Over Silver Band, conducted by Mr. Finney, was after- wards indulged in on the green, which had been enclosed for the purpose.

The London Welsh Conservative and Unionist Association will, on Wednesday, July 8, entertain at dinner in London, a number of party leaders and representative men from each of the Welsh and Monmouthshire constituencies, including as principal guest the Earl of Halsbury (Lord Chancellor), who will speak during the evening. SOUSA AND HIS BAND.-The public- should not fail to remember that on Friday, July 10, this celebrated American combination will visit Chester for the second time. Those who had the privilege of hearing these talented performers on their pre- vious visit onjoved a rich musical treat. On J uly 10th a combination of 52 solo instruments is promised, assisted by several eminent vocalists. A full house may be safely predicted. MASONIC PICNIC.—That Masonic picnics are becoming popular was evidenced by the large num- ber of 102 ladies and gentlemen who left Chester for Beaumaris on Wednesday. These were members of the Lodge of Independence, No. 721. and their wives and friends, who, under the lead of Bro. John Appleton, W.M., journeyed by special saloon train to Bangor, and thence by steamer to Beaumaris. By the courtesy of Mr. Smith-Owen, the Bangor City Accountant, the party were taken round the Clio training ship on the way across the Straits. The wants of tho visitors were well catered for at the Bullceley Arms Hotel, where after lunch tho W.M. took advantage of the opportunity, after the usual toasts, of making a presentation to Bro. E. H. Thomas, P.M., of a handsome silver tea service and a case of pipes on the occasion of his mar- riage. The Chairman referred in very feeling terms to the work of Bro. Thomas and his father as the Charity Representatives of the Lodge, and asked his acceptance of the gift as a slight- token of the appreciation in which he was held by the members, concluding by wishing him and his wife long life and happiness. Bro. Thomas suitably responded. The afternoon, was spent by the majority in viewing the old Castle, etc., and after tea the party were conveyed in brakes to Menai Bridge, many walking from the bridge to Bangor, others visiting the Tubular Bridge, etc. Chester yras reached at 10 p.m., all expressing themselvea | highly delighted with their outiag,

HOLT. THE ENDOWED SCHOOLS.-For many years prior to the passing of the Local Government Act, 1894, the governors of the Endowed Schools had been elected by the vestry. On that Act coming into operation the then governors were advised that in future the election of governors would lie in the hands of the Parish Council, and, acting upon this advice, the appointments have since that time been made by the Council. During the last week or two, however, it has been found that the governors should have been elected by the vestry, and the Education Department accordingly required that the existing governors should formally vacate their positions and that the vestry should elect the governing body. On Friday a vestry meeting was held in the church for the purpose of electing the several governors. There was a large attendance, under the presidency of the Vicar, who briefly stated the object for which the vestry had been convened and asked for nominations. Mr. Edwin Edwards moved and Mr. Tarleton seconded the nomination of the following gentlemen as representing the Church party:—Hon. G. T. Kenyon, M.P., the Rev. Jenkyn Jones, Messrs. Stephen Dickin, J. R. Parry, E. W. Hanson and John Stokes. Mr. J. T. Sheppard moved the election of the following gentlemen, nominated at a Conservative meeting on the previous Wednesday:—The Hon. G. T. Kenyon,^ M.P. (Churchman), Messrs. Edward Bellis (C), Thomas Lea (Nonconformist), William Lea (N), W. B. Sadler (N), Thos. Lewis (N), and Thos. Morris (N). Mr. N. Keys seconded. On a vote, 53 voted for the latter list and 16 for the former, and thereupon Mr. T. R. Parry demanded a poll, which the vicar fixed to take place on Saturday, the 4th July.

FRODSHAM, IRISHMEN AND THE BEER.—On Monday, at the Police Court, before Messrs. A. Thomas and J. Murray, Thomas Carney and Martin Lawry, two Irishmen employed at Park Side Farm, were charged with stealing two pints of beer, value 6d., from the Whalebone Inn, Nether- ton, Frodsham, the property of Mr. Wm. Clarke.— Ethel Clarke stated that on Sunday morning the two prisoners came to the back door of the Whale- bone Inn and requested two pints of beer. They stated they had come from Warrington and were proceeding to Chester. They were supplied with the beer. They then asked for some bread and cheese, which was procured for them. They tendered! threepence in payment, whereas nine- pence was the charge. The bread and cheese was taken from them, and also the pint cups, which were nearly empty.—Wm. Clarke stated that he put the matter into the hands of the police and prisoners were arrested.-P.C. Fry said lie met prisoners coming from the Cheshire Cheese Inn, where they were refused admittance. On questioning them, they said they had had two pints of beer, at the Whalebone, and had paid in copper. One of the prisoners had previously told Mrs. Clarke that he paid her with a &Ixpewe.- Prisoners pleaded not guilty, and alleged they had paid for the beer.—P.S. Bratt requested the magistrates to. assist them in stopping the depre- dations of Irishmen. Matters were getting worse and worse in Frodsham. The men at this time of the year simply walked about the town telling an kinds of tales and demanding refreshment. He had ascertained that prisoners had visited several places on Sunday morning.—A fine of 5s. including costs, or seven days' hard labour, was imposed.— Mr. R. Shepherd appeared and paid' the fines.

TARPORLEY. THE GALiA.—Representatives of the four friendly societies met at the Club.room at the owan Hotel on Thursday, to make arEajxgements for the United Friendly Societies' Gala to be held on August 24th. Captain the Hon. Arden. Baillie- Hamilton presided. It was decided to reduce the price of the tea tickets to members taking part in the procession, as was done last year, and a sum of money was voted to the Sports Committee to pro- vide a good programme of sports. DISTRICT COUNCIL.—The monthly meeting was hold on Friday, there being present Messrs. T. H. Gordon (chairman), Broster, Davies, Dui-L- ning. Pickering, Siddorn, Svmms, the Rev.. W. 0. M. Hughes, and Captain the Hon. Arden Baillie- Hamilton, Mr. T. Cawley (clerk) and Mr. S. Green- way (surveyor).—The Clerk read a report of Dr. Vacher, county medical omcer of health, upon the inquiry held by the Local Government Board in February last., with regard to the application of the Tarvin and Malpas Rural District Councils and Tarporley Urban District Council for a provisional order constituting the areas of these districts into a joint isolation hospital district. Dr. Vacher's opinion was that the districts would' make a con- vonient joint hospital district, and that provision should be made for the accommodation in two separate institutions for four small-pox cases and 16 cases of infectious disease other than small-pox. —A letter was received from the Chester Town Council, pointing out that the term for which Dr Ksnyon was appointed medical officer expired on the 19th September next, and that the Town Council had had under consideration the question of his reappointment. They were of opinion that the time was near at hand when it would b2- to their advantage to appoint a medical officer whose duties would be confined tM Chester. and had come to the conclusion to renew the appointment for two years instead of five years, as had hitherto been usual.—The Chairman thought the Council might consider whether it would be advisable to appoint a local practitioner as medical officer of health for the district—The Clerk believed there would be some difficulty in getting a local doctor to accept the appointment, as it might be thought that the carrying out of the duties would be detri- menta! to a doctor's private practice.—Mr. Picker- ing formally gave notice of his intention to move, at the next meeting, the reappointment of Dr. Ivenyon.—The Clerk reported having received the contractor's bond, and on the motion of the Rev. Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mr. Dunning, the con- tract was scaled .-It was resolved to serve notices on the occupiers of the lands through which the sower is to be lkiid.

ROSSETT. ODD FELLOWSHIP. -The annual festival in connection widi the Earl Grosvenor Lodge of the Independent Order of Oddfellows, M.U., was hold on Saturday alt Lavister. The members assembled at three o'clock, and, headed by the Connah's Quay Prize Band and the handsome banner of the lodge, thay marched to pay their accustomed call at Darland Hall and the Rectory at Pnlford. afterwards returning to Lavister, where they sat down to a repast in a marquee. The Rector of Pulford (the Rev. H. S. Branscombe) presided and was supported by Messrs. Joshua Smith, J. Hastings T. Mills (Chester), H. Vernon (Chester) James- Morgan, James Saladine, T. J. Kelly C I ball, T. Hulmston (secretary), etc.-The President submitted^ the usual loyal toasts, which were heartily pledged.—Bro. James Morgan gave "The Bishop, Clergy and Ministers of all Denomina- tions." The Rev. H. S. Branscombej in responding, said he- felt himself somewhat of a usurper on that occasion, for he was presiding in another person's parish and a different diocese from his own, and he was- unable to tell whether they referred to his own iJiocesan or the Bishop of St. Asaph, in whose diocese they were then met. (Laughter.) He, however, presumed that the compliment was in- however, presumed that the compliment was in- tended for the Bishop of Chester. He deeply regretted that circumstances had arisen causing them to remove their annual festival and lodge room. He trusted that the erring flcck-(Iaugbter) would however, be shortly enabled to return to the old fold, where they had been for 60 years. The rev. gentleman joined with the proposer of the toast in expressing regret that they were unable that day to attend divine service, as had for many years been the custom. Societies such as theirs, which were social an 1 benevolent insti- tutions, ought to keep in touch with religious examples and precepts. (Applause.) He hoped that the traaitions of past years would not be abandoned. Should it prove convenient to have an Oddfellows' Sunday, he should be pleased to allocate the collection to S9me charitable gbject ( be connected with their organisation. (Applause.)—Mr. Joshua Smith proposed "The Manchester^ Unity of the Independent Order of Oddfellows," and endorsed what tho chairman had observed concerning the desirability of attend- ing divine service upon such an occasion. He had observed concerning the desirability of attend- ing divine service upon such an occasion. He sincerely hoped that the members would be in- duced to return to their old habitation and that the club might be allowed to continue a Pulford one for many years. He heartily congratulated the lodge upon their splendid balance-sheet and the excellent work they were evidently perform- ing. He had much pleasure in coupling the toast with the name of Bro. Mills, who had rendered such excellent service to friendly societies. (Ap- plause.)—Bro. Mills, in responding, congratulated the Earl Grosvenor Lodge upon the splendid posi- tion they occupied in the Order. (Applause) The large amount added to the reserve fund during the past year was quite exceptional. He sincerely regretted that it had been found necessary to abandon the usual service. There was nothing belonging to friendly societies that was not in accordance with the teaching of the New Testa- ment. He urged every member to do his duty towards the Order, so that the Lodge might con- tinue to prosper.—Mr. Joseph Edwards submitted the toast of The Chester District." coupling with it the names of Bro. James Morgan and Bro. H. Vernon, both of whom suitably responded.—Mr. Hastings gave Prosperity to the Earl Grosvenor r\jj?6n mentioning that he had himself been an Uddfellow for upwards of 40 years. He greatly deprecated the tendency of young men to join what were known as tontine clubs, which, unlike their own society, added nothing from year to year to the reserve funds, and rnado no provision" for old-age allowances.—Bro. T. J. Kelly responded. —Bro. James Saladine submitted ^Tne Visitors." which was warmly pledged.—The Secretary (Mr. T. Hulmston) road extracts from the lodge's report, shewing the accumulated funds to reach nearly B4,000, the interest atone being almost sufficient to cover their annual sick pay. They had also been enabled to extend six months' full benefits to twelve months. He assured the members that ML their money was well invested.—Dancing took place upon the green in tho evening, a tatgs com- pany twing present.

TI CHESTER STOCK & SHARE LIST Reported by Messrs. WAKMSLEY, JONKS & Co., 29, Eastgate Row (North), Chester. CONSOLS 92 BASK RATB 3% Present price. ChesterCorporation 3J Irredeemable Stock Chester Corporation 3 Redeemable Stock 95—100 Chester Gas Co 5% Ordinary Stock 114—115 .» ». 4 Preference Stock 105-108 Debenture Stock 18)—190 ChesterWaterworks Co 7-i Consolidated Stock 180—190 » » 7 New Ordinary Stock, 1st and 2nd moieties 170—175 6 t:10 Perpetual Preference Shares, fully paid 161-171 Wrexham and Hist Denbighshire Water 00. Consolidated Stock 180—1S5 i) -!■} Cons. Pref. Stock 116-120 >. Ordinary Stock iz5—130 Hawarden& District Water Co £ 10 Shares, fully paid.par Nat. Prov. Bank of England, Ltd. £75 Shares, £10 10s. paid 4i) —50 £ 60 Shares, £ 12 paid 57—58 North and South Wales Bank, Ltd. £ 10 Shares, .£10 paid.35i-36 Parr's Bank, Ltd. £100 Shares, B20 paid S5|— S6J Lloyds Bank, Ltd.. £ 50 Shares, £8 paid 3:1.-34 Bank of Liverpool, Ltd £ 100 Shares, £ 12 10s. paid 36|-36| British Law, Life, Fire Insur., Ltd. £ 10Shares, Pl paid 1:—2J- Chester Boat Co., Ltd RIO, Shares, fully paid 10 -11 Chester Cocoa House Co.,Ltd. £ 5 „ 24 „ £ 5 „ £ 3 4—6 Chester General Cemetery Co £ 5 fully paid par Chester New Music Hall Co.,Ltd 225 „ .18 Chester Northgate Brewery Co., Ltd. Ord. R10 Shares, fully paid Ul-12 x 6% RID Pret. Shares, fully pd..3&—13i >> 4 £ Hi0 Debentures par Bent's Brewery, Ld. £ 10 Ordinary Shares 14 £ —14J 6% £ 10 Pref. Shares *ll|r-ll| Birkenhead Brewer)' Co., Ltd 410 Shares, irz. paid 15|—15J i' >. £ 10 Shares^ fully paid 19s—20fe Chester Grosvenor Hotel Co., Ltd. 220 Pref. Shares 2&—32 Chester Queen Rail- way Hotel Co., Ld. C20 Shares, fully paid 2J 28 >. >. £ 20 £ 10 12}— 1% Chester Blossoms Hotel, Ltd. 410 „ fully paid 9i—10 Chester Steam Laundry Co., Ltd. R5 „ 9—10 Chester Race Co., Ltd £100 275 190—200 Dee Oil Co., Ltd. £ 1 Ord. Shares Walkers, Parkers & Co., Ltd. Zlo Shares, fully psidi 6 Cum. Pref 1—2. 4J Debentures 76—81. J. H. Billinarton, Ltd., Chester 4i First Mort. Deben. Stock par .» 5 Cum. Pref. £ 10 Shares .par Ordinary £ 10 Shares par Victoria Pier and Pavilion Co., Colwyn Bay, Ltd. j61 Ordinary Shares 15'—20/— HaikN,zi Di-'ina,c Co. 910 Shares, fully paid 20 -22 Halkyn Mining Co., Ltd *iCl Shares, fully paid 8 -10, Holywell Halkvn Mining and Tun- nel Co., Ltd .Cl Shares fully paid .25/-2i/- East Halkyn Mining Co., LtcL Li fully paid 3$—3 £ South Halkyn Min- in; Co., Ltd Ri North Hendre Min- ing Co., Ltd. E2 10s. Shares, fully paid 2 £ —2f Talacre Mining Co., Ltd £ 1 Ord. 21 Pref United Minera Co., Ltd.jElOrd. „ „ „ Isle of Man Mining Co., Ltd. (Fox- dale) Mines L5 .1 7 £ Pref., £ 17 10s. paid 20—30 Ll&narmon Mining Co., Ltd £ 1 Ord., fully paid 5/ 10/- £1 Pref loi-151- Wirral Railway 3 Debenture Stock 88 90 4 £10 Pref. Shares (1896 issue). SJ—9| 4 i;10 Pref. (1899 issue).8 Wirral Railways Co. Ltd .elO Ord. Shares, fully paid 1?— 2J. *Ex dividend.

--777777--7--7!= MARKETS AND FAIRS. A MANCHESTER CHEESE, YESTERDAY (TUESDAY).—The end of June market was poorly attended, and the produce, owing to the heat, in a. bad state mostly. Slow trade. Best. 58s. to 62s. nothing on the market under 50s. Lancashire, 60s- to (Zs.; poor sale. States and Canadian, a decline all round. LIVERPOOL CORN, TUESDAY. Wheat very slow, about Friday's rates. No. 1 hard Manitoba, 6s. 101d; No. 1 Northern Duluth, 68. 8d. to 6s. 9d. No. 1 Northern Manitoba, 6s. 8id. to 6s. 9d., including duty. Beans, Saidi, 323. 3d. to 328. 6d. Peas, Canadian, 5s. lOd. Oats, white, 2s. 10d. to 2s. lid. Maize quiet, prime mixed, aa. Id. to 5s 3^1. River Plate, 4s. llld. to 4s. llid of dutyDg Gd' le3S' July delivery, free P CATTLE,TUESDAY._At market: L/attle l,0o2, prices better; sheep and lambs 17,664, prices lower and trade dull; calves 187, trade unsatisfactory. Quotations :—Cattle, 5id. to 7 kl. sheep, (id. to 8M. lamb, 7d. to 84d.calves."(id' to 8-d. per lb. 4 LIVERPOOL CATTLE, MONDAY.-There was again a small supply of cattle in market to-day Demand slow and prices unchanged. A larger supply of sheep and lambs. Trade slow. and particularly for heavy sheep. Lambs also a worse. trade at lower prices. QuotationsBeef, 6t9. to 4|d. per lb. mutton, 8|d. to 5Ad. per lb.; iambs, 8 £ d. to 7d. per lb. LONDON CATTLE, MONDA. Y.- Beast supply compared with Monday last shewed an increase of 90 head, and included a larger supply from the Midlands than of late. Trade for fat beasts, both prime and second quality, ruled dull and heavy throughout the day, a clearance not being made- even at a slight reduction, the demand being somewhat limited owing to the hot weather. Fat butchering cows shared in the general, depression. Top rates for 90 stone Norfolks 4s. 4d. to 4s. 6d. per 81bs, 100 stone shorthorns 4s. to 4s. 2d., 95 stone- Irish 4s. to 4s. 2d. Sheep trade was extremely dull in most cases at a decline of 2d. per 81 bs for wethers- aUd 4d" ,for ewes even this reduction failing to etlect a clearance. Lambs were in larger supply- in. fact, too large-and were consequently, lower, is. value, and a great many it is expected, will, be left unsold. The few calves offered were quickly sold. Quotations: Beasts, 2s. 10d. to. 4s. 6d.; sheep, 4s. to 5s. 8d.; calves, 2s. lOd to. 580 lambs* 5s. 6d. to 6s. 6d. per 81bs. BRADFORD WOOL, MONDAY.—There was no special change here to-day, except, a better feeling in English sorts, as to which users are rather more willing to pay the ad vanaoo rates. Mermoes are no easier to sell, but holders maintain quotations. In strong crossbreds the higher prices of last Thursday are now fairly established.. The yarn market continues very stiff. CHESTER CATTLE, THURSDAY.—Not so large a supply of stock, and a somewhat quieter trade. Dairy cattle were slow of. sale,, but stores and lying-off beasts were in demand and selling at good prices. The show of. sheep was about the same as last week. There was only a small enquiry and quotations were unchanged. Pnces :-Aülch cows, £ 18 to 1:22 calvers, £14. to S20 barrens, B10 to £ 13 heifers, £ 9 to Ebl- ;,stirks. i:6 to a4; sheep, 18s. to 23s. CHESHIRE BUTTER AND EGG.-Moderate delivery of butter and eggs. Prices vary but little from those of last Friday. Trade during the week less active than usual. Stockport (Friday): Butter. Is. Id. and Is. 2d per lb. eggs, 11 for Is. Altrin- cham (Tuesday): Butter, Is.. 2d. per a eggs, 11 and 12 for Is. Macclesfield (Tuesday) Butter, Is. per lb. eggs, 12 for Is. Crewe (Friday): Butter, Is. Id. per lb.; eggs, 12 for Is. Sandbach (Thurs- day) Butter, Is. Id., and. Is. 2d. per lb.; eggs, 12 and 13 for Is Congleton Butter, Is. Id. per lb. eggs, 12 for Is. Nantwich Butter, Is. per lb.; eggs, 13 and 14 for Is. Northwich: Butter, Is. and Is. Id. per lb. eggs, 12 aad 13 for Is. Knutsford Butter, Is. 2d. per lb. eggs, 11 and 12 for Is. Runcorn Butter, la. 2d. and Is. 3d. per lb. eggs, 11 for Is. Cheater Butter, la ld. per lb.; egtfs, 12 and 13 for Is. CHESTER CORN, SATURDAY. There is but little wheat on offer, and buyers are disposed to pay slightly higher rates for any samples submitted. Oats,, beans and barley dull, and trading is in small- compass. Indian corn about, steady on the week, with only a quiet trade. NBW OLD S. a S. D. H. D. B. 0, Wheat, white. per 751b. 0 0 to 4 6 0 0 to 0 0 Wheat, red 751h. 4 A 4 6 0 0 0 0. Malting Barley. „ W. lb. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Gnudiug do 641b. 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 „ 4tilb. 2 4 — 2 80 0 — 00. „ 801b. 0 0 — 6 60 0 — 0 a Egyptian Beans „ 24<jlb. 00 — 0o0 0 — u0 Indian Corn 2401b. f 0 0 — 0 0 0 0 — 13, ft

JNOHTHOP. CYCLE. ACCIDENT.—A serious cycling- acci- dent occurred at Nartliop on Sunday. A party of cyclists belonging to the Liverpool Alhion C.C., travelling from Mold to Holywell, descended a hill frora Mold into Northop, and the foremost turned towards the church. One of theu- number, named James Pennington, aged 25, of 34, Heckton- street, off Stanley-road, Liverpool, who was riding behind, was calling attention to tlreir error when his machine dashed with great force icto the hedge bank. The unfortunate man was thrown over the hedge into the adjoining field, where he lay unconscious. Dr. Edward Williams, of Mold, was seat for, and on arrival that geiatbeuaan found the patient to be suffering from concussion of the twain. A vehicle was then procured, and in charge of P.C. Whitehead the unfortunate young- man was conveyed to the Mold Cottage HospitaL He is now making satisfactory if somewhat tardy progress. We are informed that Penningt-iwV'a machine missed colliding with the finger-posl by a matter of inches. Printed and published toil and on behalf of tht Cheshire and North Wales Newspaper Company, limited, by JAMES ALBERT BUJCfHAUi, at the Ckttier Courant OMeo, 8, Bridge-street,, in the Citv alt Chester, WsnsaaDAT, July U 1¡'