Denbighshire Free Press

RUTHIN POSTAL ARRANGEMENTS. To the Editor of the FREE PRESS. Sir,—Two remarks quoted in your last issue surprise me- 1. Colonel Saxon Gregson Ellis, It seems to me that in these days it is absurd that the whole correspondence of a town like this should be liable to disorganization on the occasion of a very severe snowstorm." 2. Councillor T J Rouw, The postal arrange- ments were better now than in the past, still they were not what they should be, and they c juld not post later than quarter to eight in the evening The town postmen were not allowed to go out (ia the morning) before seven o'clock." As to No. 1. Why, bless me, sir, what on earth could more disorganise the postal services than a very severe snowstorm ? I wonder in how few places in Wales the mails were not delayed by the storm a fortnight ago ? Nor, as I understand, did the delay here occur on account of any breakdown of the local organiza- tion, but through the mail trains on the main lines not being able to keep their time. As to No 2. What does Councillor Rouw want? Surely 7.45 p.m. to post for all parts, and a 7 a.m. delivery from all parts, ought to satisfy even the most insatiable business man in Ruthin. Anyway, there is not the least probability of an earlier delivery, as it is the ruta throughout the Kingdom that no town delivery shall coma caenco before 7 a.m. The rural nostmen start out as early as they can, so that, although at some few bouses on their route they may leave letters before 7, the village of their destination receives its letters no earlier than the town. There is also this against an earlier distribu- tion—that if a postman should have a letter too large to go th: ouh the letter-box slot, and no one should be up iu the house, he would take the letter a. w ,.y, and the addressee would not get it until the uext delivery. I agree that a motor car service from Rhyl would appear feasible, but I would suggest that it should be road (not rail), because then the cars might be utilized to take the country postmen and their bags out and home, instead of their having to tramp or bike, as they now do, and having often to engage outside helpers to assist them to carry their loads. Two cars, one for the district N of Ruthiu, and the other for the S would probably suffice and it would b'! a great boon to the men if the scheme I suggest were carried out. But I don't see that there is any necessity whatever for an earlier delivery or a later post- ing time than we now have.—Yours obediently. TAKE IT EASY.

INCONVENIENT POSTAL ARRANGE- MENTS FOR RUTLIINL. To the Editor of the FREE PRESS. Sir,—I was pleased to observe a j^erence in your paper to the inconvenience ofinie postal arrangements for the arrival of letters and parcels at Ruthin. May I call attention to what I conceive to be a much more serious matter. At present, the mail for Ruthin is dropped by train at Flint, and from thence is conveyed by cart a distance of 16 miles over the mountainous pass of Moel Famma, the altitude being, I believe, about loOO feet at the highest point. Anyone having a knowledge of this road, will at once realise the punishment it must inflict upon both man and horses, in having to traverse this route during the hours of night, and most especially in the face of such incle- ment weather as we have recently experienced. I believe it is no unusal occurence for the mail cart to be locked up in a snow drift on the top of the mountain in the early hours of the morning, and eventually, after a digging out process, when the driver arrives at Ruthin, he is in a perfectly comatose and helpless con- dition. And what must be the state of tbe poor horses when they reach their destination ? The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is, admittedly, an excellent institution, and I should have thought it might have been within their province to have taken cognisance of such a case as this. I know the attention of the Town Council of Ruthin has frequently been directed to this matter, but so long as they can receive their letters in a morning whilst they are enjoying the comforts of a warm bed, they have so far evinced no anxiety as to how their luxury i-i attained. Before there was a railway, the present mode of transit was probably the only feasible one, but now that theie* is a railway running through the town, is there any conceivable reason why this barbarous and obsolete arrangement should be continued ?-I am, sir' yours obediently, GEO. M0U3LEY. Nantclwyd, Ruthin,

LITERARY SOCIETY FOR RUTHIN. To the Editor of the FREE PRESS. I Sir,—Will you kindly grant me space to re- spond to the appeal of "Floreat Nostrnm ppidu!u-n in your last? I As one, who, both by accident and necessity, has become a parishioner of Ruthin, I hail most heartily the suggestion of founding a Literary Union for the town and district. Although no longer on the list of "young men," still my sympathies are strongly with all efforts tending to their intellectual and moral betterment and usefulness. Having only the standing of a householder and tax payer and being rector of another parish, it would possibly not be correct for me to take a lead in such a movement, but if permitted to cast in my lot as any ordinary layman, I am ready heart, toul, and hands, to do ail I can. Being a dreamer of dreams, I have had a v.gion of young people being banded together by such an institution in the bonds of civic union and broad patriotism for mutual improve- ment, irrespective of differences that create gulfs between good people. The challenge has been given to move in the matter-I hope it will not be unheeded, but that it will be taken up wholeheartedly and enthusiastically and be supported by continued perseverance. What a stirring sight it would be to every lover of his country to behold a hundred or two of our young people meeting at the Town Hall under the presidentship of the Chief Magistrate or his deputy, to listen to lectures by men of light and leading for discussion of worthy subjects—for systematic reading and study— with excursions in summer to places of his- torical interest, and all crowned annually by an Eisteddfod into which them would be no ad- mission of anything silly, low, unworthy. The whole would give a stimulous to jaded minds and would guarantee laudable ambition, quicken dormant faculties, and would be an inspiration to good work. It would make for inter-communion and help to find a brother or friend,.as well as a neigh- bour, among those who disagree with us on important matters. The profit of cultured criticism would be great. The presentation of opposites would tend to a right judgment in all things. We in Wales are in need of sterling up- right manly men, with no warped, crooked, or frigid sympathies, their minds filled with great and noble purpotse.9-nien able to master all forms of allurements to the improper and to the evil, and who are so laying the foundations of character, that by-and-by they will be worthy pillars of the community. The possibilities for good of an organisation of this kind are very great indeed, Michael Angelo being asked why be stoop standing a whole day before a rough piece of rock, answered-" Because I see in that rock an angel in captivity and I mean to bring it out: And as old Morgan Llwyd said-" Y mae disgleirdeb Duw ar enaid dyn 11 So may this praiseworthy effort help to bring out the angel, and to reflect the Light of God within, on the life and actions of our young. THOMAS PRICHARD, Rector of Llanfwrog. HOCKEY DANCE. There was a good attendance at the dance last night. Mr Haselden's band was in at- tendance. Particulars next week. OBITUARY. At lOb, Mwrog-street on Tuesday, the death occurred of Mrs Mary Price, widow of the late Mr John Price, aged 68 years. The funeral takes placo to-day (Saturday), at Llanfwrog cemetery. ° ARMY SERVICE CORPS- The drills in connection with this Corps ara being held two and three times weekly and we understand the recruits are doing splendidly. One transport waggon with its full equipment has arrived at the Drill Hal', and during the coming week the uniform will be delivered. EDUCATIONAL. The Denbighshire Education Authority have appointed Miss Annie Evans, of the Frongoch Infants' School, Denbigh, as headmistress in succession to Miss Gwladys Price, appointed to Denbigh N.P. Infants and Miss Cissie Davie, Penybanc, Ruthin, in snccesaion to Mr J E Edwards, appointpd to Llanfihangel G.M. DEATH OF MRS- MARIA DAVIES. The death occurred on Monday at 3, Prior- street, of Mrs Maria Davies. widow of the late Mr John Davies (tinman for many years at the shop of the late Mr J E Jones), Deceased who wan 79 years of age, received all the loving care of her daughters and grand-daughter (Miss Maria Jones), who has lived with her for years, tnd with whom much sympathy is felt. The funeral takes place to-day (Saturday). SOUP KITCHEN. Owing to the rpcent severe weather the I Town Council of Ruthia, having considered urgent cases of distress amongst- the poor, decided to open a subscription list to enable I them to start a soup kitchen, and appointed a committee of ladies to carry out the arrange- ments. The first distribution took place at noon to-day, when the poor children attending the day schools were given an excellent meal in the old Grammar School buildings. Ar- rangements are aiso being made to supply the sick and aged poor wite soup at their homes. The iadies deserve great praise. ) CONSERVATIVE DEBATING SOCIETY. On Thursday, an interesting lecture was given at the Constitutional Club by Mr Sam Thomnson, Conservative candidate, when there were between 60 and 70 members present. 'I he subject was "Unemployment, ies causes and Remedy." On Tuesday evening next, an 3 ,W'U be given on ,Tariff Reform by Mr iLvf' r^ese evenings are in connection witn the Constitutional Club Debating Sorietv ROSES IN BLOOM. oociecy- A proof of the extraordinary weather, which we have experienced, is shown in the garden of Alaesmor House, where there are in full bloom, Christmas roses, and on either side a beautiful red summer rose and Brompton stocks. At ™.fryn_a,a°. the residence of Councillor William Jones, a butterfly entered in through a window on New Year's Day, and for som- i1^rS^terwar(ls was to be seen filing about. REV. D. HOWSLL GRIFFITH. At a meetmg of the Churchwardens of Ruthin and Llanrnydd it has been decided to make a presentation to the Rev D Howell Griffith on his leaving Ruthin for Bai;illt, in appreciation of his successful work in these parishes, and as a token of personal regard. The form of pre- sentation will be decided later. We understand the list will be closed in a fortnight's timp RUTHIN CHURCH LADS' BRIGADE. On Thur.day last, the Kuthin Church T.ods' Brigade met Sir Edward Neylor-Leyland's XI. at Nantclwyd Hall, and a very evenly con- tested game was played. Rain fell heavily throughout the game, which spoilt much of the interest in it. The Brigade were the first to score, through Harold Jones, the inside- right, but W E Jones equalised for Nantclwyd just before half-time. The defence on both sides prevented any scoring, but the Brigade eventually increased their score from a good shot by Harold Jones, the centre half, and held the lead till the end of the game. Mr George Naylor-Leyland and the backs were the pick of I the Nantclwyd team. Rev D Howell Griffiths acted as referee. '¿

ST. ASAPH. THE LIVING OF LLANRHAIADR-YN- r* ,• MOCnNANT. It is rumoured tha^ this living has been offered to a clerical resident—well~ known to offered to a clerical resident-well" known to Denbigh churchmen. FOOTBALL. The St Asaph Football Club played Rhyl at home yesterday (Thursday), and wiped the floor with them by six goals to one. HOCKEY. A mixed team from St Asaph played a similarlteam at Prestatyn yesterday (Thurs- day). The game resulted in a draw of one o-oad each. ° PROMOTION OF THE REV HERBERT EVANS, The living of Ceirigydruidion has ueei. ac- cepted by the Rev Herbert Evans, senior vicar, vacant through the resignation of the Re\- John Jones, who has held the living since 1879. John Jones, who has held the living since 1879. The Diocesan Calendar gives the population of the parish as 1079, and the nett valua of the living as £ 850. The good wishes of the citizens generally will follow their Vicar to his new sphere of labour. LIBERAL MEETING. A Liberal metting was bold yesterday (Thursday) evening in support of the candi- dature of Mr Summers. The principal speaker- were Mr Summers, Mrs Herberc ltotielt,, Miss O'Connor, Mr John Roberts, J.P.. Rev William Jones, and Mr Edgar M Jones. Mr J P Jones (Avoudale), presided. A conversazione was also givea by the Womei/d Liberal Association THE LAY CLERKS. Messrs- Yernon-Harriss (basso) and Thomas Gordon (tenor) of St Asaph Cathedral, are two of the principal artistes engaged for the grand performance of Sir Joseph Barnby's Rebyk„h in the Pavilion, Rhyl. on Thursday nexc. It is interesting to note that during his lifetime Sir Joseph Barnby was a frequent visitor io our little city, as will ba seen by his signatures in the visitors book in the principal horel. 0 with a musical bear cannot fail to identify Barnby's compositions, there is something dis- tinctly characteristic about all of them. Underneath one of the composer's signature? however—a bygone visitor wrote as under* Joe Barnby sun cf discord and of chaos however-a bygone visitor wrote as under* Joe Barnby sun cf discord and of chaos Thy dr6arv compositions so dismay us.

The Wreck of the 1 Sardinia., I We have been privileged to see a c-^py cf the special edition of the Daily Malta C hrt,nicle of the 21st ultimo, containing a full account of the catastrophe of the S S. "Sardinia," with reproductions of photographs taken while rhe ship was wheeling wildly to destruction. &i., and we cull the 'blowing references therein tn our citizen, Mr H 0 Jones, of Penybryo. In the remarks by the Nautical Assessor is the following: "I would like to express my high opinion of the conduct of Mr Hugh Owet, Jones, the third officer, who, although very badly burnt all over, especially on the handi I remained by the ship almost to the jPost even assisting a lady passenger to tie her life belt on when be must have been suffering great acony from his burns and shocks. The following are extracts from his evidence in the "Judicial and Board of Trade Plnquries —" I am the third mate of the I ss. Sardinia on which I was when the cargo was being taken on board at Liverpool. Ie consistad of Man- chester bales, fijur in sacks, and artificial manures. I am not aware that infi imable or explosive material, alcohol or petro euro was taken 0:1 board. From this poro we embarked an Italian passenger named Orbeili fid s-nie furniture. I saw the master uu the bridgo when the fire broke out. We had scarcely passed the Breakwater when I perceived smoke issuing from the first ventilator of hold No. 2 the Master then ordered the chief mate who was forward heaving the anchor, to com- municate the fire hoe to the ventilator, this he immediately did, and sent some one to r,h- engine room to inform the chief engineer to give !all the force he could to the pump". In an instant the smoke increased in d- usity and prevented us discerning what was h-«ppe"ing around us. We were nearly chockvd, I i-zii down from the bridge making my way through the flames thus sustaining several burnt 1)11 the, face, ears, hands, and feet from wnich I Ai-;i still Buffering. As soon as I cou d get. clear myself from the smoke, I ran afr,, where I found a terrific scene, and the passengers, who were mixed up, some jumping in the e-ea, some putting on life belts, and some ptuiu striken. I stayed there helping the passengers "0 life belts on and to descend by moans of repj- i I was one of the last to jump overboard, that is o say, when she stranded. I was picked up by 1 ridVj.1 steam launch and conducted to tho Custom House. ?,i)

ChuFcfomen's Society Social The first Social was held at the Infant. School on Tuesday lat. It was the in- tentiou of the Committee to confine it to members of the Society, their wives, and daughters, and as regards the young men- their lady friends but notwithstanding this restriction there were upwards oi eighty present as under:-Rev W J Davies (presiden ) Kevs D Lester Jmes and D C Owen, M. and Mrs Joseph Lloyd, Mr K Mainer, Miss Carse and Miss Whitemar, j Messrs J Boyd Robertson and D J onathar. Jones, Mr and Mrs J Wynne Davies and Miss Florrie Kelly, Mr Walter Williams, Miss Williams, Mr J E Price (treasurer), Mr and Mrs T Muraford. Mr and Mr- Henry Davies (Plas yn Cwca), Mr and Mr J Charles Jones, Mr and Mra S flnghe and Miss Hughes, Mr and Mrs Robert Price, Mr and Mrs Armitage, Mr Manning Misses Gladys and Daisy Manning, Mr anc Mrs J 0 Davies and Miss Bessie Davies, Mr John Lloyd, Miss Vaugban, Mr and Mrs J Alfred Jones, Mr and Mrs Barlow, Mr and Mrs J W E iwards and Miss Cia-ie Edwards, Mr J A Torkinson, Mr P J T. mkinson, Mi aea Dot ani Gladys Tom-| kinson, Mr and Mrs Rogers, Mr Sydney Roberts, Mr Tom Roberta, Miss Groom. Mf and Mrs Fred Meakin, Miss Fowios. Miss Edith Fowles, Mr and Mrs Exley, Mr Alfred Rhodes, Mrs Emrys Jones, Lily Jones, Mr A Hywel JGUG;:>, Mr D 0 J "nes, Mr John Wynne, Miss Evans, ivir John Aikens, Mr W Lloyd, Miss Hettic Williams, Mr E P Williams, Miss J..I O>\eL, Mr Thomas Gordon, Mr Alun Williams, Misses Williams (Higb-atreet), Mr Thomas Jones (Bryn Gobaith), Mr R Vernon- Harriss, Mr and Mrs Roberta (May-terrace), Mr Tom Pi ice, Mr Carasor, Miss E Jonts and Miss Leigh (Bryntirion), Miss Davies (Bryndyffryn), Mr F Fairow. The chief entertainments were old English games, dumb crambo, oranges and lemons, musical chairs, morning post, &c. The motto of the evening was, there was to be "no starch," with the result that the whole proceedings were meliufla- ni with sociability. Selections on the "Robey Phono" were skilfully manipulated by Mr Thomas Price, junr. Solos by Mr Edward Barlow and Mr A Howell Jcnes were well received; bufcj the charm of the evening were the im- promptu speeches by members of the Society, on such perplexing snf joets as Where is Miss Charlesworth," aid 11 How would you like to marry a Suffragette "Is Tobacco Smoking a vice," the speake; on this subject was scathing in h53 de- nunciation of the peruicioua habits, aud when at a loss for a suitable word to express his thoughts drew his inspiration by sir.til- ing a cigarette. However, the prizo was easily secured on the i-esult, cf voting by Miss Bessie Davies, a nt"st praiseworthy spee h on New Year's Resolutions." The refreshments woru supplied by Messrs J E Jones & Co., under the super- intendence of their manager, Mr Exley, assisted by a band of willing )adies, and gave perfect satisfaction. The accom- panists were Messrs Joseph Lloyd an<i Vernon Harris. At eleven dancing was ( indulged in. Mr Joseph Lloyd proposed a hearty vote of thanks to the President, the ladies for preparing the refreshments, and the motion was carried with "Koutish fire." Mr Thomas Mumford proposed a similar vote of thanks to Mr Joseph Lloyd for his able conduct of the meeting, and to Mr P .< 'i'omkinson (hon becretary) for the prais-e- worthy manner he Lad carried oat the arrangements.

st. Asaph Conservative Club The members of the St Asaph Conservative C.ub held their annual dinner at the JPjough Hotel, yesterday evening (Thursday), when there V,E. u. large company. Mr H A Cleaver ithe president of the Conservativo Uuion) pre- sided in his usual able and genial mar,ner, and was supported by Col Johnston, Mr Haro d Edwards, Vicar W J Davies. M.A., Mr JOreph LI yd, and others. Apologies for absence were leceved from Col Howard and Mr H A Tilby. Tbe Chairman gave the loyal toasts, which were d-unk with musical honours. Me Joseph Llcyd proposing 'The Bishop, Clergy, and Ministers of all denominations," went on to speak of the Bishop iu eulogistic t( rms, and said that the Bishop neither showed fear or favour, but did what be thought was right; and although he did not seek popularity, was one cf the most popular men in Wales (applause). Out of three most foremost men n the esteem of Welshmen, ho should consider the Bishop one of the first. Mr Lloyd, in referring to the clergy, said ho was giad to find that they did not introduce politics into religion as others engaged in religious work were prone to do. He coupled the names of Vicais Davies ano Owen with the toast. Vicar Davies responded in a most appro- pr lilte manner, and refered to the great help it gave the clergy to have encouragemeuc from the laity. Mr J W Erlwards (vice-president of the Conservative Union) gave the toast of the "Army, Navy, and Territorial Forces," and ccupled the name of Col Johnston with the toast, which was drunk with musical honouts. Col Job Iston in response made a very interest- ing and convincing speech, which showed tiiac the United Kingdom was really in an alarm- ing state of unpreparedness in the event of attack. The Territorial Army was an excellent idea, but they had not got the numbers. The National Service League was also an excellent i.iea for the defence of the country, and he would exhort all of them, ^especially the young men n follow these methods of home defence up. They should be prepared for war, so that no nation would dare to attnck them, and he tb.u)_htthatrine clubs, which were being es- tablished all over the country, were a step in the right direction. i Corpi Barlow, of the Riya' Field Artillery, wa- aUo associated w.th the toast. c'-i J.I,n;ton nest- gave the of tht Constitutional I aad coupled the nmj of Mr IKiold Edwcr^s with tht t St. In tl»« COutse of a. few perti- cut remarkM, Col John-ton sail they should u courage thv; Co oni:s with pre'e-tn'ml taiiff.-j, and protect their home niHnufticluier. Ile Iii-d bern i'i all parts of the w Id,:tti(I hid scen for himself how th-i tuiiffs were worked with advaLtan,s by o > er naiiona (spplause). ° Mr tfar >ld Hdwardo, in response, mid • a most convincing spocoh ou the necessity of doing nil ia toeir power to further the interests of the Constitution* c-iuse. He reft; red to thr lo^.t confidence of the con, r,, to ba i vo:.e(i the Liberals iato such overwhelming power at the Just election (npjjlau-c). hougs wuc ffive-, by Mr Aiken (who was 1-judlv encored) Mr findeock. aud Mr Fletcher. Mrs Roberts (The Piough) and Mrs Joseph Lloyd played the a«c >mp-«'iiinentn. Praise is due to the excellent way in which Mr and Mrs Roberts catertd &

Rifle Match. A Rifle match was fired on Monday evening* ST. ASAPH. Miss E Pryce 8:) 89 82 93 353 Miss Myers 93 091 79 86 3 Dr E F Heap (capl-.) 88 93 80 85 346 Col-Sergt, W Jones 88 94 8a 77 342 E Lloyd 84 95 80 83 312 C A Myers 87 89 84 76 3,6 Totat. 2-)68 EHUDDLAN. F Parry. 79 73 77 88 3:7 T Morris. 88 81 47 7iJ 295 Lit-ut C R Conwy 84 86 40 79 2S9 O;dfi-,Icl 81 8" 53 47 2,1 t B.dgar Roberts 72 66 46 50 231 W Conwy Bell 53 67 42 37 j'jj Total Highest possible score per man, 400 poin y. Highest possible score per team, 24 :0 points The spoon feiven by the club to the member making the highest \score in the match woo by Miss E Prycp, who also was tho winner of the C. Trophy mug, offered for the best score made in the match.

EVERYTHING HEW. HQ OLD STOCK. D E N SO N S .1 '? GREAT ANNUAL STOCIC-TAICll^O I I THE SHOPPING m = II CENTRE 1- SALE OF DENBIGH. IS row ONE REAL BARGAINS. The success, and popularity of our SAILfES depends not only on the I L Quality of our well-known GOODS, but more so on the j exceptional BARONS MS wo OffeR". jŸi fi' HALF-PRICE BUYS WEDNESDAY and SATURDAY N EXT. TERFfelS ;—CASH. Wi-ite for S.Ite Cata- logue. DENSONS, Drapers, Denbigh. And at Chester. 3 Home LuxisHes. —: 1—— — — Start the Year well in your household economies. Lisfen ? Everybody listens when money talks. Bast I ris Bacon; Just the very kind to eat, To make the Morning Meal a treat. Famous Woodhey Hall Cheshire Cheeses The Grpat Wonder of the Cheese Markets. Finest Danish Butters BUTTER that makes our Customers sity "I WANT SOME MORE." We've plunged in tho Knife Don't be alarmed. It's only the Prices that suffer. Prices that are Pensions for Youth and Old Age. E. B. JONES & COe. Provision Experts, j f% 1^ c ?.q St. Asaph, Denbigh, Suthia. p 9 9 1 97 JOS. LEWIS9"] A. i1 ci^EiARiijKrcsi I The late Season has left us with a LARGE 1 STOCK of really | Smart anid FashaonabSe GOODS9 | which, however, we must clear in order to | M I S5 make room for New Season's Goods. I Bargains in Overcoats. Commences k Bargains in Suits. MONDAY NEXT, | I Bargains in Hosiery. JANUARY 18ih, § Bargains in GSovss. throughout the 1 Bargains in Shirts. Month. 1 NOTE ADDRESS :— 8 S NOTE ADDRESS :— 8 M T'TF* 6a Rs 39, High St., Denbigh. |

f LLANFEBRES. SUPPER GIVEN BY MR. FROST. On Saturday evening, Mr T G Frost, of I \lu'Jingtoll HRII, Chester, who has held the shooting rights over Coiomendy estate for the ledr. four years*, but is re iLqui&hing his tenancy at thc fnd of tbe prcenT, season, invited tha keeptrs of tbs neighbouring estates aud the men who acted as regular game keepers for j him, to a Huuiptuous Mippor at the Logger- | beads." Mr Meredith was the caterer, and the supper was much er joyed. After supper the following mu«icial programme was gone I through, Mr J Grilfit.ii, ilr P, robt's cbaffe r. presiding. Toasts included "Tho Kiug, > Prince of "Army and Navy," "Clergy ana all Denominations," "Our kind her.ef ctor. },ir Nvhich were all re- ceived |with mUHi-al honours. ong, Master B Meredith cstol, Messrs Hughes, Gedole, Evrttis "r<1 Lloyd Mr A Williams; song, Mr B H Evens song, Mr R L Lloyd violin. t-o!o, Mr Meredith; song, Master Li Ikloyd Mr R L Lloyd ODg, Mr R Hughes, Mr Meredith accompanied on the violin in hi us- iiiii.slerly style. A hearty vote of thanks was proposed to Mr Prost. by keeper Sydney Kawards, who referred to Mr Frost's kindnes* and thouglufulness as a master and friend, mid hop'j that he would Iiv<; long to enjoy sucli ■^oou. port as he had enjoyed on the Coiomendy estate. Mr Thomas Uu?h\vorth proposed a vote-of thanks to "mine host" for tbe grand supper lie had d for them, which was .-ccoiidi.'d by Mr John George. Mr Meredith in ickiiovvied^enient, snid it was good of Mr Frost to give them this treat, he was the filso I I in ■f tniny getitk-mec, who had held shootings in this locality, to give a treat of this kind, and he boptd others would do tho same. The punch h,)w: was bought into the room and most of the company indulged in a "weo drip," and the singing of "Hen wlad fy Nhadau brought a most convival evening to a close.

I ABERGELE SMITHFIELD. Chaa P Sheffield, on Monday, opened his periodical sales at the above SmithSeld for the New Year with a very fine show of all classes of stock. Prices for beef were good, and" we may mention as a specimen that four fat beasta lrom Mr Jones, Vaonol B!opor, made t72 bs. We were pleased to note that the sheep trado. seemed to be on the turn, there being a very good sale for lambs and wethers. Buyers were in attendance from all parts including, Manchester, Chester, Colwyn Bay, Conway, Llanrwst, Bettwsycoed, and all the towns in the Vale of Glwya.

I Happy Little Tea Parties fi H are always to be found H where Ok- j BAftifiO POWDER I BAKING POWDER | is used in the preparation of the ■ 9 Buns, Gr.kes, Rock Cakes, Shortbread, I i Jam Tarts, Tea Rolls, &c., &c, I Everything so light, digestible, JU 1 and appetizing I Jkg