Wrexham Guardian

HINTS AND COMMENTS. A friend stopped me in Hpnblas-street the other day, frri-i poiatioj? to the inscription-stone over the entrant to the New Market, asked me why do the lfr<?"m Market Hall Company spell "pedlere" "pedlars ?" A* I considered it a conundrum I gave it np. What was my surprise, however, to find, on in; paction, that the word has been spelt in the manno stated, the letters being carved on elaborate *tonj"ork. I am a" ked to bring under the notice of "those in over us" in Church matters the dis- grac, f,,l i scene witnessed at the wedding on Wednes- day. T'le behaviour of the crowd that thronged the old rh;ch was a reproach to Wrexham. From the chun,, gates to the church steps was gathered a inort, ir) iecorous mob than has ever been gathered within the nrecincts of St. Giles. Inside the church all r, for the sacred character of the building and service seemed to be lost. In the eagerness to'ob' :in a view of the bridal procession and ceremony aeati mounted, gas brackets were caught hold ■ i', and even the font was secured as a "vantage gronn I am sorry to learn that no exception can be' nrged on the score of respectability, for the deniz-n of Tuttle-street and Pentrefelin were excdU"! by the inhabitants of more aristocratic neighbourhoods. It surely cannot be beyoud the powers of the vicp-r r 3d church war Jens to see that better arrange- ment? are made in the future. Police in a church are certain!y an anomaly, and the fittest comment on the whole proceeding is the necessity for the presence of the ubiquitous Sergeant Jones, cane in hand, to keep the sight-seers in order. CLIO.

BOROUGH PETTY SESSIONS. MONDAY.—Before Edward Smith, Esq. (Mayor), E. M. Jones, T. C.Jones, J. Bury, J. Beale, J. C. Owen, T. Ey ton-Jones, and Edward Tench, Esqrs. TRANSFER. The license of the Dolphin Inn, Mount-street, was transferred from Mr. \Vm. Mason to Mr. Wm. Hughes, ef A ben bury Fawr. CRUELTY TO A PONY. John Evans, of Doddleston, near Chester, a lad, was summoned by Inspector Luekings of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, for cruelty to a pony. The inspector stated that at three o'clock on the ith inst, he was in the horse market and there saw defendant severely beating a puny with the haft of a whip (produced). The blows were laid across the hind quarters and across those parts ran several wales. Witness caiied to him to stop, but for a time he refused and kept flogging the pony. The tather of the boy appeared in the place of his son and said he did not know that he had gone to Wrexham, and was quite ignorant of the offence. Deieiiuaut was fined 2s. 6d. and costs. CRUELTY TO A SHEEP. John Wilson, drover for Mr. Whitehouse, Gresford, was summoned by the same inspector for abusing a sheep. The Inspector said on the same day as the offence in the previous case was committed, he saw the defendant driving four sheep in Chester-road. lie had hold of one of the sheep and was beating it very much with an ash plant he had in his hand. The siieep appeared to be very lame, and as he afterwards saw it all right he con- cluded that the beating had caused the lameness. Defendant was lined 2s. 6d. and costs. ALLEGED THEFT OF A PURSE. Lawrence Glancy, a boy aged about twelve, was in custody charged with being in possession of a purse which did not belong to him and which was believed to be the property of Mrs. M. Jones, Marford. Mrs. Martha Jones, staying at Marford, said she was in Wrexham on Saturday last. She was in Mr. Simon Jones', the confectioner, and there paid a small sum for goods. She went to Mr. Owens, the ironmonger, and L on going to pay a bill there, missed the purse. She enquired for it at the places she had been to, and then gave information to the police. The purse produced was the one she missed. it contained H2 and a half- penny. The purse was in the pocket of her skirt. P.C. Frederick Jones stated he went with P.C. Saunders to Glancy's house. He there saw the prisoner, whom he brought down to the police station. Inspector Lindsay asked where the purse was. Prisoner replied that he had lost it &gain. Witness and P.C. Saunders went to the house again, taking the boy with them. Witness pressed the boy to tell where the purse was, and he said he had dropped it down by his own house. Witness then commenced searching the yard in the company of some lodgers, and the purse was found by one of them. Sergeant Dutton stated when the boy was at the bridewell the boy's mother came to see him, and was determined to make him tell the truth. She asked where he had found the purse and he said, I found it in the shop,- and from there I took it. It was the shop where they sell pork pies and buns. Inspector Lindsay stated that the boy's father and mother were out at the time, and had they been in they would have made the boy tell where the purse was. He produced a certificate from the doctor at the Infirmary to show that the boy was subject to epileptic fits. Prisoner, in answer to the Bench, said "I told a lot of lads, and they went and told the bobby.' The Bench ordered him to receive twelve strokes from a birchrod, to be administered by the strong arm of Sergeant Dutton. DFLUNK, &C. Henry Morris, labourer, in the employ of Mr. Owen, of Aberderwyn, was fined 5s. and costs for being drunk and disorderly on the previous Saturday night. P.O. Fletcher proved the case. QUEER HOURS IN A NEW VAULTS. Charlotte Edwards, Chapel-street, was in custody -charged by Sergeant Jones with the following offence. The Sergeant 6aid at about half-past one o'clock on Sunday morning the prisoner was brought to the Police Station by P.C. McCloud, who said she had been found in company with two young men in the Regent Tavern." The Sergeant thought that as Mr. J. C. Owen had his office in the building she should be locked mp. Defendant: "I was going for the doctor to attend my husband, and when I passed the tavern there were some young men standing on the step, and they asked me in." P.C. McCloud said about one o'clock on Sunday morning he was passing the Regent Tavern, in Hope- atreet, in company with another officer, heard a noise in- side. They knocked at the door, and were in a few minutes admitted. They found two young men, one of them a painter, and on searching the premises found the prisoner concealed behind a door in a back room. There was a bottle on the counter, which had contained beer. The Clerk remarked that it was a very extraordinary thing for those men to be on the premises at that hour on a Sunday morning. I Defendant said her husband was very ill, and she had two children ill of the scarlet fever. The bench dismissed the case. APPLICATION. Mrs. Birch, of the Elephant and Castle, appeared before the Bench, saying she made application to re- cover the dancing room that was taken from her some time ago. She thought they should allow it. She came to claim what she considered to be her right and that of her family. There was to this room a public way from Market-street, and it had no connection with the house. The way which led to the room led to the cottages. She did not think that she would sell one glass of ale extra by the letting of it. The room had been idle for 14 or 15 months, and as her husband left her the property to do the best with it for her children, she thought it was her duty to get the licencse for that room. She had let it to a respectable young man who was going to com- mence a private dancing class. She thought the room was very applicable for the purpose. Alderman Lloyd had seen it, and admired it. As it was, it was a great loss to her, but if it was let, it would be more valuable to her than the cottages. She had been asked if she would not turn it into cottages, but it was of more value to her as it was. The person she had let it to was Mr. Alfred Senior, who was a very respectable young man, and taught dancing very well. She did not think she would gain anything by it through the sale of beer. Mr. J. C. Owen It does not follow that there will be no drink in the room. Mrs. Birch said there would be no drink sold, and all she would gain would be the rental of the room. If any of the magistrates would go and inspect her back premises they would find them in the state she described. It would be an entirely private class. Mr. Bury said if it was to be private there was no need of her applying to the magistrates. Mrs. Birch said she was not aware of that, but in applying did so with an intention of coinciding with the magistrates. Inspector Lindsay said he wished, for the informa- tion of the magistrates, to state that the room in ques- tion was on the licensed premises. Mrs. Birch: You would like to oppose me I Thank you for the very good feeling. You are my friend. (Laughter). Mr. Lindsay said he did not bear any ill-feeling against her, but merely stated the fact to prevent any future trouble. Mrs. Birch: My friend again! The gentleman in blue I The magistrates, finding they had no jurisdiction, in- formed Mrs. Birch, who remarked, Thank you. Good morning," and left the ceurt. THB ATTEMPTHD ISUICMIL Annie Stant was bound over in the sum of £20 to keep the peace towards all her Majesty's subjects, and particularly towards herself. Her father was also bound as surety in aO. TUWDAY.-Before the Mayor and A. Wilaon Edwards, Esq. ASSAULT. Jane Macdonald, of Yorkshire-square, was fined 10s. 6d. and costs for violently assaulting Ann Keenan, of the same place, with a done, by striking her on the head several times. j

THE MARRIAGE OF, MISS E. M. LOW. Wrexham was astir on Wednesday morning, as it should have been, for it is rare that a wedding of so grand a character and in connection with the house of one of her leading men, is locally celebrated. The proposed connection of the family of Low with that of Rees has been talked of for some time, and as the date of ceremony approached, the interest became more general and public. On Tuesday it was intensified by the erection of laurel arches in various parts of the town, and it reached its climax on Wednesday morning, when flags and banners were waving in the streets and white-eared horses and rosetted coach- men moved in the direction of Grove Park. Between ten and eleven o'clock on Wednesday morning a number of persons assembled in Church- street and in the vicinity of the old edifice, and having viewed the magnificent arch here erected by the towns- people and read the inscription thereon, moved to the inside of the church, where they took up the best position available for seeing the bridal procession. Shortly before eleven, carpet was laid from the yard gates to the north-west entrance, and soon after this, carriages began to arrive. The bridegroom and his sup- porters arrived about a quarter before eleven, and took up a position in the chancel, where they were soon followed by a number of gaily-dressed ladies, carrying magnificent bouquets of the choicest flowers, and accompanied by several gentlemen. The church, by this time, was crowded in the centre, and all iat-r arrivals had to be content with the best view they could get from the side aisles. Not less than 500 ladies and a few gentlemen were present whose interest was not to be abated by any- thing less than a look at the bride and her bridesmaids. The organ rolled adagio music along the vaulted roof as the two dozen robed choristers slowly marched up the centre aisle, and disappeared through the chancel door. After a short silence, a general whisper and louder music followed, as the choristers again appeared in the central aisle, followed by the bride and her father, and the four bridesmaids, each magnificently dressed, and carrying an exquisite bouquet of flowers. The choristers filed off at the chancel gates, the bridal party moving on to the communion rail, where they were joined by the bridegroom and his supporters. The organ stopped to allow the ceremony to proceed, but the immense crowd of persons, who had waited at the door to see the party I arrive, rushed to the head of the church with unbecoming haste, and formed a large crowd immediately around the screen. Next, the unpardonable curiosity of many persons led them to stand on the seats to obtain a view of the marriage rite, and thus a dtlay was caused whilst the officials of the church commanded respect to the sacred- ness of the building, the ceremony to be performed, and also to the feelings of the parties concerned in it. Some- thing like order having been restored, the Rev. Jonathan Howell commenced the service, which was soon taken up by the Vicar, the Rev. D. Howell. The blessing having been devoutly given, the choir sang the proper Psalms. The hymn commencing as follows was also sung How welcome was the call, Aad sweet the fesU.l lay, When Jesus dei,med in Cana's hall To bless the marriage day. The formality of signing the register having been gone through the bridegroom escorted his wife down the church, whilst the organ rolled out the exquisite strains of Mendelssohn's immortal "Wedding March." The crowd on each side of the aisle was so great that only sufficient room was left to walk two abreast, and probably more eyes were on the blushing but happy couple during their short march through the church than at any one previous occasion. On reaching the yard many lifted their hats, and whispered, "God bless 'em," whilst others, more demonstrative, but not more sincere, showered handsful of rice, the significance of which we hope will ever attend Mr. and Mrs. Rees. The carriage quickly drove off, followed by that con- taining the four bridesmaids. As the last carriage rolled away the crowd was so dense that all had to sub- mit to the b'ind force of the mob, but, after being swayed to and fro, and receiving numerous appeals from anxious ladies for help, which none could give, time mended matters, and all quickly dispersed as the old church bells started a ringing of merry peals. The bride, Miss Edith McKenzie Low, had four brides- maids Miss Bertha Low, Miss C. Davies, Divlyn, near Llandovery; Miss Clare Carew Smith, London; and Miss Elsie Davies, Plas Darland. The whole of the dresses were the work of Mrs. Scott, High-street, Wrexham, and were very beautiful. The bride was dressed in ivory satin and brocade with Honiton lace, orange blossom, stephanotis, and myrtle. Her veil was of Honiton lace, and she also wore wreaths of orange blossom, myrtle and stephanotis. The bridesmaids were all dressed alike in cream cashmere, with pompa- dour cream beaver hats and coral coloured feathers. The bride did not wear any jewellery but her bridesmaids wore very handsome lockets and chains bearing the monogram of the bride and bridegroom which were the gift of the latter. The bride's mother wore a rich velvet dress decked with point lace, and a chip bonnet and feather. The bride's bouquet was presented by the best man, Mr. P. L. C. Richardson, and Mrs. Low's by the bride- groom, from Alphonsé Nice, florist to her Majesty. The bridegroom, T. Aneuryn Rees, Esq., of Tonn, Llandovery, had for his supporters, F. L. C. Richardson, Esq., Rhayerder, Dr. R. N. P. Low, A. E. Low, Esq., and Master J. Davies, Plas Darland. The parties were conveyed to church in about a dozen carriages, amongst which were those of J. Sparrow, Esq., Gwersyllt; W. Low, Esq., Edward Evans, Esq., Bronwylfa; John James, Esq., Plas Acton; Dr. Eytori-Jones, and Dr. Davies. The wedding luncheon was of a most bountiful character, and about 50 ladies and gentlemen partook of it. Among the guests were Rev. D. and Mrs. Howell, Rev. J. and Miss Howell, Mrs. Corry Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Rees, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Rev. L. and Mrs. Davies, Dr. and Mrs. Eyton-Jones, Mr. James, Plas Acton Dr. and Mrs. Davies, Mr. and Mrs. N. R. Griffith, Mr. and Mrs. Overton, Mr. and Miss Bull, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Bull, Mr. Corte, Mr. Yates, Mr. and Mrs. Ainsworth, Mr. Webbe, Mr. and Mrs. Higgins, &c. The bride cake, a beautiful specimen of the confec- tioner's art, was the work of Messrs. Bolland, Chester. A number of speeches, of a well-wishing and compli- mentary character followed the breakfast, and eventually the bride and bridegroom left amidst showers of rice, slippers, &c., for Chester, en route for Paris and the South of France. The music at the church was very good, Mr. Edwin Harris (who presided at the organ) having the entire arrangement of this part of the service. The choir was that of St. Mary's, Bersham, and their attendance was by the permission of T. Ll. FitzHugh, Esq. The two Psalms were put to chants by Mr. Harriss (in C) and Barnby (in F). The responses were also to a set- ting by Mr. Harriss. The decorations of the town were as follows A trio of laurel arches at the exit of Grove Park, the central span being supported each side by two uprights bearing flowers and leaves at the top, across the arch were the mottos God bless the Union "and "Long life and happiness to Mr. and Mrs. Rees," the letters being formed with leaves on a light ground. Over the side arches were other mottos, such as Time cannot canker true love," "Long life and happiness," &c. Flowers, rosettes, and paper gloves dotted the arches, and the whole effect was very pretty. In front of Roseneath was a large flag, and stretched from each lamp across the entrance was the motto Long life to Mr. and Mrs. Rees." Mottoes were also placed around the lamps. Arches of a similar description were erected in Church- street, the mottos being "Success to the houses of Roseneath and Tonn" and "Long life and every happiness to Mr. and Mrs. Rees." The laurels were dotted with rosettes and other little ornaments. The route up Hope-street to Grove Park was overhung by several flags, a few of which also hung from the shops in High-street. A number of very handsome presents were received. On Tuesday evening about fifteen representatives from the Vron and Coedpoeth Collieries called at Rose- neath to present an exquisite silver epergne to the bride as a token of the esteem in which the family is held by the officials and workmen of the collieries. The company were met in the hall by Mr. and Mrs. Low, Miss Edith M. Low, Mr. T. A. Rees, and a number of other ladies and gentlemen. The epergne was set on a table in the centre, and in the front ranks of the depu- tation were Mr. J. C. Pattinson, chairman of the com- mittee, Mr. Owen, manager of the works and treasurer to the committee, Mr. T. Jones, secretary, and Mr. Joseph Wilcoxon, assistant secretary. Mr. J. C. PATTINSON said the approaching marriage of Miss Edith McKenzie having come to their know- ledge they thought it but right that they should show respect, in some tangible form, to the house of Rose- neath. They therefore formed a committee and raised subscriptions, and eventually succeeded in purchasing the centre-piece before them. They owed very much to Mr. Low, as head of the Vron Company, for what he had done in the neighbourhood during the great de- pression of trade. During that time he showed much concern for all, and he hoped that ere long the dark cloud which had hung over them would be dispersed, and the broad sun of prosperity shine upon them. They all felt very grateful to Mr. Low for the great enter- prise, energy, and skill which he had brought to bear upon the neighbourhood, and also for his great generosity of heart. He had always been ready to come forward and alleviate the distress which had prevailed, and they owed much to him and the family of Rose- neath. All whom they had solicited for subscriptions gave help with willing hearts and ready hands. He then called on Mr. Owen to make the presentation. Mr. OWKN said they were glad to have the oppor- tunity of showing respect to the house of Roseneath. Many and many good deeds were done by Mr. Low when at Llofft Wen, which would never be forgotten, and they thought that Miss Low would be proud of something to remind her of Llofft Wen. H« begged to < present that piece of plate to Miss Low on her marriage to T. A. Rees, Esq. The subscriptions were given by the officials and workmen and a few friends as a mark of respect and esteem, and with the very best wishes and they hoped that Miss Low and her future husband would live long and enjoy all happiness. Mr. REEH briefly responded on behalf of his future wife and himself. He said he had been called upon f quite unexpectedly, but he could assure them of his ] hearty good wishes and also of his hearty thanks for that mark of their respect and esteem, not only for his f future wife and himself, but also for Mr. Low. Times 1 had certainly been bad, and he thought that that hand- s some piece of plate showed how great their esteem for r. the family must be. Perhaps a number of words would not be suitable for that occasion, and he would, there- ] fore, conclude by again thanking them most heartily on c behalf ef Miss Low and himself. III Mr. Low also thanked the company very much for s their kind expressions, and for that mark of their I) t respect for his daughter and her future husband. He ( concluded by inviting the party to partake of refresh- I mmU. ] The centre-piece is designed in the Romano Greco period of art, and is arranged to carry fruit and flowers. The base is composed of a tripod shape, supporting a plinth upon which are placed at the angles three griffins serjeant, the pillar being very richly chased in relief with choice designs from the Greek and Woman styles of ornamentation. A plateau or stand is also supplied to suit the centre-piece. On the underneath plinth of the centre-piece is engraved the following in- scription, surmounted with the crest of Mr. T. Aneuryn Rees :—" Presented to Miss Edith MacKenzie Low on her marriage with T. Aneuryn Rees, Esq., by the officials and workmen of the Vron and Coedpoeth Collieries and other friends, as a mark of their respect and esteem, with their best wishes. Nov. 2G, 1879." The whole was enclosed in a massive oak case, with the crest of Mr. Rees engraved on the plate outside. The whole was supplied by Messrs. Elkington and Co., the well-known silversmiths, of Liverpool and London. The following is a list of other presents to the bride :— Dressing case—T. Aneuryn Rees. Ivory brushes and hand-glass—Kiss Cameron. Silver card ca-le-I)r. and Mrs. Davies. Pair of dessert spoons—Mr. and Mrs. Sparrow. Silver fait cellars-Misses Jeanie and Bertha, and Messrs. Maraden and Alfred Low. Gold brooch set with carbunClles-Mrs, Thomas. Knrrinirs, set with carbuncles—Mr. George Thomas. Photograph album-Mr. and Mrs. Overton. Glove and handkerchief ease-Mr. and Mrs. Higgins. Water colour drawing (Hereford's)-Mr. Holmeo. Black fan—Miss Pilkinprton. Two vol?., Life of C. Kinsisley "—Mr. Crawford. Byzantian tablecloth-Mr. Webber. Desk—Miss Elsie and Muster J. Davies. Pair of frames—Miss Winnie and 31aster W. Davies. White cloak—Mrs. Scott. Pair of Venice va"es-Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Bull. Silver sugar basin, cream jug and tOllga, Mrs. and Miss Ih alker. Dresden china nr'rror—Mr. and Mrs. J. Jones. Handsome breakfast service, blue and gold antique—Sir E. and Lady Buckley. Hand-painted vase—Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Tanner. Biscuit drum-Mr. and Mrs. Phillips. Cruet-staud—Mr. and Mrs. Rogers. Afternoon teacloth-Mrs, Heid. Worcescr china jar—Mr. C. Pilkingtoi. Kettledrum set—Servants at Roseneath. Bibl-Dr. alid Mr. Eyton Jones. liread treucher-Mr. and Mrs. Browne. I¡o"cly hand-worked cushion—Miss Owen. Marmalade jar-Rev. and Mrs. Davies. Kettledrum -<ot—Mrs. aud Mr. W. Thomas. Ivory church service-Rev. and Mr?. Jenkins. Two silver seroiette rings-MisB Davies. Toilet set-Nirs. and Mr. Scott. Carl basket—Miss Lucy and Master H. Scott. Photograph and fratae—M steM G. and C. Bull. Pfdr of Venice earrings Mis# Gwen Browne. Butter cooler—Laundry Maid, Roseneath. Salmon jar—Mrs. Davies. Anti rs-T tie Misses Leah. A pair of bannerettes—Miss M. Blackie. Letter weight—Mrs T. Tanner. Handsome sccr.t bottle case—Miss C. Davies, Divlyn. Silver strawberry and cream dish-Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Rees. Cushion—Miss Gibbon, A, i wy. Oak and silver salid bowl-Ali,jor and Mrs. C. Smith. Flower Vatze-Mr. and Mrs. Painter. Handkerchief sachet—The Misses Cunliffe. Tea caddy-Mr. and Mrs. C. Bull. Salver and hot water jut;—ervants at Tonn. Glove and handkerchief case—Miss Rowland. Cork model of Wrexham Church—J. Jones, Roseneath Two vases—Miss Greville. Sardine dish—Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Llandovery Crumb dish and brush-llrs. Iv'^deric, Llandovery. Card basket—Mr. and Mrs. Bull. Oil painting—Miss Davies Bible—Miss H. Jones, Vron. l'air of Omolu gold candlesticks—Mr. Frank Richardson. Footstools and bannerettes—Mr and Mrs. Ainsworth. Japanese mirror—Dr. and Mrs. Court. Antimacassar—Miss Court. Papertcrie "-The Vicar of Wrexham. Viaegarette—Mr. J. Yates. A number of festivities followed the happy event. At the Vron and Coedpoeth colleries there were the firing of cannon and flare of bonfires, &c. At Roseneath on Wednesday, there was a ball, nearly 100 ladies and gentlemen having been invited. The party continued until four in the morning. Everything passed off well and pleasantly, and we heartily join with the many persons who, from their hearts, wish every joy to the young couple, and also to their respected parents.

WREXHAM DISTRICT HIGHWAY BOARD. A meeting of this body was held in the Wynnstay Hotel on Tuesday last. Present-Captain Griffith- Boscawen (chairman), Mr. S. T. Baugh (vice-chairman), Colonel Meredith, and Messrs. T. P. Jones-Parry, T. Chilton, W. Clayton, W. Lester, Jones (Bieston), Prichard (Allington), Davies (Llay), Dicken (Sesswick), Milligan (Borras Hovali), J. Williams (Pickhill), Wood- ward (Marchwiel), Davies (Abenbury Fawr), Thomas (Esclusham Below), Parsonage (Sutton), Jones (Ber- sham), Wallis (Stansty). PROPOSED BRIDGE AT FIVE FORDS. The Committee appointed to consider the question of a bridge at this point reported that up to the present traffic had been carried on through the brook, but now the brook was almost impassable. The Committee, therefore, suggested that a notice be posted warning persons of the danger of passing through that way. A bridge over the Clywedoc brook would be most service- able, and they thought the advantage of such should be shown to the adjoining owners of property. After dis- cussion, the report of the Committee was adopted, and it was resolved to ask the Surveyor of Abenbury Fechan to call a vestry meeting, and consider what part they would take in the erection of a bridge. A letter was received from Dr. Williams, Holt-street House, highly recommending the erection of a bridge at the Fords. ROSSETT AND THE TELEGRAPH. An application from the Post-office authorities to erect telegraph posts between Rossett station and the post-office was granted. THE STATE OF CYMMAU ROAD. The CLERK said he had sent a letter to Mr. Acherley with reference to the slip of land near the Ffrith toll house. He received a reply to the effect that he had communicated with his agent in regard to the matter and asked him to communicate with the Clerk with a view to the repair of the road. Soon after he received a letter from Mr. Acherley's solicitor to the effect that it was the duty of the road trustees to keep the road open, and stated that Mr. Acherley had in no way caused the slip by any action on his part. The Clerk then placed the matter into the hr.nds of Messrs. Acton and Bury, and in reply to a letter from them the solicitors to Mr. Acherley denied the re- sponsibility of Mr. Acherley to keep the highway open when the subsidence was a natural one or caused by storms. The Clerk added that Messrs. Acton and Bury were of opinion that it was the duty of the Board to keep the highway free from obstruction, and the question of claiming the costs would follow. Eventually it was resolved that the surveyor take what steps he thought best to prevent any accident here and that the matter be left in the hands of Messrs. Acton and Bury. IMPROVEMENT IN RHOSYMEDRE. After discussion it was resolved to purchase a piece of land opposite the vicarage, and add it to the road. The owner of the land asked 4s. per yard for it and Mr. Clayton and others remarked that 4d. would have been much nearer the real value. THE BOARD'S ACCOUNTS. The CLERK laid on the table a tabulated statement of the receipts and expenditure of the Board, in connection with the various highways, for the year ended 25th March, 1879. The total receipts were shown to be E8,873 19s. Sid, and the expenditure £ 7,648 10s. lfd., with a balance in hand of P,1,279 18s. Id. The following are the particulars of the common charges ifeceipts. A s. d. Received from existing turnpike trusts, for repair of road 62 0 0 Other receipts 80 0 < Net. amount of common charges apportioned among the parishes (see column 17 of general gtatement 2,337 1 11 92,47P 11 11 F-rpmdittire. X s. d. Repair of existing Turnpike Roads- Manual labour and contract work 71 if < Team labour 165 8 8 Materials 17 17 11 25* 3 5 Repair of Roads, formerly Turnpike- Manual labour and contract work 823 13 10 Team labour 744 n 10 Materials. 312 16 6 Other payments 45 17 8 1,926 19 8 Salaries—Treasurer's charges 24 9 0 Clerk 45 0 0 Surveyor 172 10 0 241 19 0 Other common charges 65 9 10 Total £ 3,479 11 11 PENTRE BIAS ROADS. Mr. BAUGH, on behalf of a committee appointed, reported on the adoption by the Board of a new and shorter route to that of the old highway road. The gradients on the shorter road were one in six, and on the old road one in nine. Mr. LESTER argued in favour of retaining the old road, which he said had been decided to be repairable by a decision of the County Court Judge, and, there- fore, if the Board adopted the new road, they would have an additional road to maintain. A deputation waited on the Board requesting them to adopt the new road, and intimating that Mr. Lester was in favour of the old road because it lead more directly to his lime works. Mr. LESTER very warmly denied this. Eventually the question was adjourned to enable Mr. Lester to produce the certificate of the County Court Judge in regard to the old road.

New Season's Teas choicely blended, and rich in flavour, at the North Wales Publio Supply Stores, 14, High-street, Wrexham. 77 THROAT AFFECTIONS AtD HOARSENKSS.—All suf- fering from irritation of the throat and hoarseness will be agreeably surprised at the almost immediate relief afforded by the use of Brown's Bronchial Troches," These famous lozenges are now sold by most respect- able chemists in this country at Is. lid. per box. People troubled with a hacking cough," a alight cold." or bronchial affections, cannot try them too soon, as similar troubles, if allowed to progress, result ia serious Pulmonary and Asthmatic affections. See that the words Brown's Bronchial Troches" are on the Government Stamp around each box.—Manufactured by JOHN I. BROWN Sc SONS, Boston, United States, Pepot, 493, Oxford-etre«t Lomdoa. {§

DENBIGH. DRAINAGE —The work is proceeding rapidly, and has now reached the bottom of Vale-street. On Wednes- day night an elderly man belonging to the works fell into the cutting and was much hurt, having to be re- moved home in an omnibus. MAsoIC.-Thursday was the annual installation of the officers of the Denbigh Lodge. There was a very large attendance of brethren. Subsequently to the installation, the brethren dined together at the Bull Hotel. SALE OF PAINTINGS.—On Tuesday last Mr. J. D. Lewis, auctioneer, offered .for sale a splendid collection of paintings in the Asse mbly Room. The catalogue contained over one hundred and twenty water-colour drawings and oil-paintings, amongst which were fine examples of the highest order of merit by the following distinguished Artists viz., in water colours by John Varley, David Cox, P. De Wint, S. Prout, George Shalders, Patrick Nasmyth, T. Creswick, T. Gains- borough, and Copley Fielding; oil paintings by W. Shayer, T. S. Cooper, Clarkson Stansfield, George Morland, George Armfield, Patrick Nasmyth, John Crome, Sydney Percy, Sir E. Landseer, and other eminent artists, the whole being the property of a gentleman in the neighbourhood. A large number of gentlemen inspected the collection prior to the day of sale, and the result was that several local gentlemen purchased a number of the choicest works at excellent prices.

CORWEN. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—The fortnightly meeting of the Board of Guardians was held in the Board Room at the Workhouse, on Friday, the 21st inst. There were present The Rev. D. Evans, chairman the Rev. Thomas Williams, Messrs. John White, Edward Ed- wards, Edward Jones, Edward Roberts, Hugh Parry, Godfrey Parry, John Roberts, Henry Herbert, Robert Davies, and the Clerk, Edward Jones.—Amount ex- pended in out-door relief during the last fortnight, 9136 9s. 4d.; corresponding half-year, 2t37 Is. lid.; per Mr. Robert Hughes, the sum of 973 18s. 4d. and per Mr. Thomas Hughes, the sum of £ 62 lls. balance in the treasurer's hands, £ 530 lis. 6d. number of vagrants relieved during the last fortnight, 177 as com- pared with the corresponding period of last year; number in the workhouse, 4)5. The Clerk read the re- port of Mr. Bagot, one of the Visiting Commissioners in Lunacy, which was as follows :— The paupers in this Workhouse who are classed as of nn- Bounclmind lire ouo mal". an idiot boy. and five females. All of the latter were on the list at the time of the last visit by a Commissioner, which was two years ago. I have to-day seen all of these persons. The boy is dirty in his habits, but not: otherwise troublesome. The women, all but one who is partly paralysed, are useful in helping in the work of the house. The dress of one of the women was very much worn, but generally they were sufficiently clad and fairly clean. The accommodation has been improved since the last visit. Good single iron beds arc now iu use, and the bedding is clean and pood. In r.o case do two patients sleep together. The lava- tory has boen put in order, and the Master has been busy this year in laying out the airing court in the women's side, and making flower beds, which, in another year he would, I doubt not, have laid out and will be bright with flowers aud plants. The dietary is a fair cue, thoti.,h I should be glad if the im- becile class had a slight addition of meat; and, upon the whole, I think this class ot inmates are no v very fairly off. A letter was also read from the Local Government Board acknowledging the receipt of letters from the Guardians respecting irregularities as regards the carry- ing out of the Vaccination Acts in the Corwen Union, and to state that the Board trust that the Guardians will exercise such supervision over the work of the Public Vaccinators and Vaccination Officers as will prevent the recurrence of similar irregularities in future.

GRESFORD. 4TH DENBIGH RIFLE OLUNTEERH.—It is satisfactory to know that our local corps, under the command of Lieutenant F. Price, is fast becoming one of the most numerous and best organised forces in the county. On Saturday last, the annual competition for prizes took place at Gresford. Ranges, 200 and 500 yards. Sir W. W. Wynn's Prize, £ 5 (First Competition). „ Points. 1 Private P. Parry, X I 53 2 J. Davies, los 52 3 K Roberts, 12s 51 4 „ F. Woolrich. Ids 50 5 „ E. HughPS, 8s 49 6 W. Crockett, 7s 48 7 „ J. E. Prico, 6s 47 8 J. Steen 6s 46 9 „ G. Sellery. 6s 45 10 „ T. Alderman, Ss 44 11 H. Owens, 5s 43 Subscribers' Prize (Second Competition). 1 Private J. E. I'rice, £ 3 58 2 „ T. Alderman, £ 2 64 3 R. Roberts, £ 1 53 4 Sergeant W. Sellery, 15s 51 5 Private J. Parry, 15s 40 6 Corporal W. Settle, 12s. 47 7 Private F. Woolrich, 10s 46 8 S. Bithell, li's 44 9 G. Sellery, 8s 44 10 „ John Tilston, 7s 43 11 „ W. Crockett, 7s 42 12 „ John Hughes, 63 40 13 „ John Steen, 6s 39 14 „ E. Hughes, 5s 35 Consolation Prizes. Private R. Price, 58. Private J. S. Roberts, 3.3. ecl. Private John Williams, 2s. Gd. Private John Ellis, 28.; Private James Tilston, Is.; Private E. Lloyd, Is. Range Prizes. Private J. E. Price (200 yards), 34. Private G. Sellery (500 yards), 3s.; Private J. E. Price (200 yards), Ss.; Private T. Alderman (SCO yards), 3s. > The recruits of the above corps competed for a prize of jE2 on 25th October. The weather was very unfavour- able.

LLANGOLLEN". MRS. THEODORE MARTIN.—The health of Mrs. Theodore Martin (Miss Helen Faucit) is causing her friends a great deal of anxiety. Mr. and Mrs. Martin are staying at Brighton now to escape the dangers of the November fogs in London.

MALPAS. The tenants of the Carden estate have presented a large and handsome love cup to Mr. J. Hurleston Leche on his coming of age.

MOLD. Lord Richard Grosvenor and Mr. John Roberts are to address their constituents at Mold in the middle of January.

NORTHOP. A ROMANTIC CASE.—THE SEQUEL TO A DOCTOR'S ELOPEMENT. At the Petty Sessions held on Thursday, before the Rev. Walter Evans (in the chair), J. Henry, Esq., and Thomas Bates, Esq., Dr. Evans, of Mold, was brought up under the Vagrancy Act, charged with having left his wife and child destitute, both of whom in conse- quence became chargeable to the Common Fund of the Holywell Union. The giving of relief to Mrs. Evans and her daughter having 1 )een proved, the defendant, who was undefended, stated in reply to a question put to him by the Bench, that he had nothing to say. He felt keenly his position, and said that his books were in possession of his wife, and that many accounts were due to him. The Bench, addressing the de- fendant, stated that however painful it was they had their duty to perform, and the defendant was committed to Chester Castle for one month with hard labour. We have headed this case as a romantic one, and a few particulars of the romance may not be uninteresting to our readers. Mr. and Mrs. Evans had resided in Mold for some years, and apparently lived most happily. About three years ago they formed the acquaintance of a young person, a Miss Price, we believe, who became a regular visitor, and every kind- ness was shown to her by Mrs. Evans, who treated her with a motherly tenderness. Mrs. Evans left home on a visit to her friends in South Wales, and Miss Price became housekeeper pro. tem. On Mrs. Evans' return a change in the domestic affairs was apparent, and, to make the matter short, the doctor and Miss Price took flight together. It was discovered that they had "flown" to London, where "migratory birds" of this character often fly to. The local authori- ties being apprised of the circumstance, the police were brought into requisition. The doctor had paid a deposit of the passage money to New Zealand of himself and Miss Price, when in the act of paying over the balance he was quietly reminded by Inspector Minshull of the Flintshire Constabulary, that he was wanted at Mold. To Mold the erring doctor was brought, and from thence to Chester Castle! So for the present, ends this strange event- ful history."

OSWESTRY. SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION.—The following was the result at the recent election :-Edward Evans, 1076 W. W. Coulson, 1057; Edward Williams, 1027; Rev. H. Evans, 950 Rev. F. Cashel, 920 George Owen, 913 T. Minshall, 785; Mr. J. Jones being the defeated candid- ate with 634.

BOSSETT. PAROCHIAL MISSIONARY AssoCIATIOIq. -Sermons on behalf of the Society for Promoting the Employment of Additional Clergy in Populous Places were preached in the Parish Church on Sunday, by the Rev. J. Rowland, rector of Hope, and the Rev. T. N. Wickham, vicar. The following evening (Monday) a very interesting meeting took place in the schoolroom, when the Rev. G. H. McGill, M.A., Rector of Bangor Isycoed, at. tended as a deputation from the Society, and urged its claims in a very vigorous address. The Yicar pre- sided, and there was a good attendance. A couec- tion was made at the close of the meeting.

FOOD ADULTERATION.—Dr. Tripe, public analyst of the Hackney district, reports, that all the samples of ] cocoa he examined, except one, were sold as mixtures of < cocoa, arrowroot and sugar, the exception being Cad- j bury's Cocoa Essence, which was genuine. The quantity of starch in the other samples varied between 67 and 80 1 per cent., so that allowing for sugar, there was not in < some of them more than 10 per cent. of cocoa. An < urticle like this was caaiparatively valueless afta £ food," 1

HER MAJESTY'S SCHOOL INSPECTOR ON ARTS AND SCIENCES. On Wednesday evening the annual conversazione in connection with the Rbyl Science and Art, Classes took place, under the presidency of Mr. Perks, who was supported by Mr. Roberts, M.P. Daring the evening Mr. Morgan Owen, her Majesty's Inspector of Schools, spoke, andin the course of his remarks said: Believe me when I say that it gives me great pleasure to be one of so numerous and appre- ciative an assembly as the one I have the honour cf addressing. My pleasure is the greater because we meet upon a common platform, and breathe an at- mosphere unclouded by those lowering spots that dim the horizon upon certain contentious occasions. I believe I am giving expression to your sentiments, and to my own also, when I observe that we have met together for a twofold object; that is to say, to admire the beautiful pictures and other works of beauty and of art that have been so generously and freely lent by their owners, and which have been gathered together with no inconsiderable degree of trouble and anxiety by the persevering members of the committee,of the Rhyl Science and Art Classes. (Hear). And, secondly, to encourage by onr presence their combined efforts, and the efforts of the teachers and pupils also, of these instructive and ameliorating studies. In speaking of the letter, I feel an anxiety not as to what I should say,"but where to begin and when to leave off. I perceive that among the branches of instruction is Botany, and I am glad to find that the teachers in this sub- ject are the Rev. Owen Jones and Mr. Owen Thomas. I feel sure they deserve our thanks for their efforts. Certain it is that a study of the habits, structure, and influences of the flowers of the field, with their concomitant relations, is not only in itself and of itself an object worthy of our attention, if not of cur devotion but beyond this considera- tion, such a Fitudy cannoi. but have a higher ten- dency also, for when we are brought in contact with the lily that outshone the splendour of even a Solomon, we cannot, I say, but now and again think of the Creator of both Salomon and the lily. (Ap- plause). Chemistry I find is in 1he safe keeping of Dr. Cavstairs. Well,of this subject I need but remark that it has, to a. certain degree, revolutionised the world, and put time itself to flight. No doubt you will ail agree with my re to ark that drawing is a delightful art and a beneficial study. And here I should allude to irs instructor in these cbsses, Mr. Norbury. A beautiful face, a beautiful landscape, anything of beauty may be treasured up in the heart and impressed upon the brain. But the im- pulses and feelings of the heart change, and the r powers of the brain wax dim; how gratifying, therefore, must it be to have such a face, such a landscape, such a thing of beauty portrayed upon canvas, and easily accessible to view. And finally what about music? I need scarcely say anything about this subject. I may, however, remind you that we are informed in the classics that a certain musican, Orpheus by name, was able through the bewitching enticements of his musical efforts to cause mountains, trees, and stones to follow him at will. Of course, this mujt not be taken as an as- sertion of positive and sober fact, but rather as an imaginative poesy illustrative of the power of that divine art which is said to be able to soothe even the breasts of the savages of the forest. It may be urged by some that these studies unfit us for the wear and tear of ordinary life. I beg leave to differ from such persons as these, and to state that they help us in the discharge of our various duties. (Applause). And, if I may be allowed to speak from a personal point of view, I can safely assert that the knowledge that I obtained when a boy from classes similar to these at Rhyl, assist me in the right and proper discharge of my duties. And, were it necessary for me to do so, I could cite the name of one who not long ago gallantly gave his lifo for his Queen and country; and, he was a student of science and of art. (Cheers). In con- clusion, I trust that this evening is the commence- ment of a new era for the science and art classes of Rhyl, of an era of renewed efforts and of greater success. I trust that the inhabitants of this im- portant and rapidly improving town will in the future take a great interest in them, and thus strengthen and uphold the hands of their patrons, teachers, and pupils, who strive to do a common good for a common humanity. (Applause).

DENBIGHSHIRE AND FLINTSHIRE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY. AWARDS FOR ROOT CROP AND GRASS SEED PRIZES FOR 1879. Premiums 11 and 12.— To the occupier of any farm of 150 statute acres and upwards, including all the land he holds, who shall grow the best turnip crop in a root crop (excluding potatoes), the whole of such root crop being kept strictly clean, and not to be less in extent than one tenth part of the arable land of the farm for which the claim is made, soil and situation to be con- sidered the land upon which the root crop is grown to have been under tillage for the last five years. First prize, k8; second prize, 25. Weight per statute acre. Tona cwt. qrs. lbs. 1st Prize—Mr. John Eoberts, Saltney, Chester 28 5 6 24 2nd Prize-Mr. Thomas Roberts, Higher Berse, Wrexham 21 10 0 0 Mr. R. J. Roberts, Borras Lodsre, Wrexham 16 14 1 4 Mr. Thomas Borthwick, Nant- y-wrach, Lianrwt;t 14 11 1 20 Premiums 13 and 14.-To the occupier of any farm, not being less in quantity than 80 acres, and not ex- ceeding 160 acres, including all the land he holds, who shall grow the best turnip crop, &c., as in Premium 11. First prize, t6; second prize, X4. Weight per acre. Tons cwt. qrs. lbs. 1st Prize—Mr. John Jones, Caer Groes, Ruthin 26 15 2 24 2nd Prize—Mr. Thomas Jones, Glanclwyd, Ruthin 26 7 0 16 Mr. A. Borthwick, Tan Der- wen, Abergele 16 11 1 20 Mr. Charles Thomas, Bryn Newydd, Wrexham 16 8 3 8 Mr. J. K. Huntley, Northop, Flint 15 11 1 20 Mr. Griffiths Jones, Pen-y- bont, Mold 11 17 0 16 Premiums 15 and 16.-To the occupier of any farm, not being less in quantity than 30 acres, nor more than 80 acres, including all the land he holds, who shall grow the best turnip crop, &c., as in Premium 11. First prize, R4; second prize, X2. ( Weight per acre. Tons cwt. qrs. lbs. 1st Prize—Mr. William Pierce, Oaklands, Bagillt 20 7 0 16 Premiums 17 and 18. -To the occupier of any farm, above 80 acres, who shall grow the best crop of mangold wurtzel, the whole of such crop being kept strictly clean, and not less in quantity than three acres. First prize, 24 second prize, 92. Weight per acre. Tons cwt. qn. lbs. 1st Prize—Mr. John Roberts, Saltney, Chester 19 8 3 8 2nd Prize—Mr. Griffiths Jones, Pen-y- bont, Mold 9 18 2 8 Premiums 19 and M.—To the occupier of any farm, not being less in quantity than 30 acres and not exceed- ing 80 acres, who shall grow the best crop of mangold wurtzel, the whole of such crop being kept strictly clean, and not less in quantity than one acre. First prize, 22; second, 21.-Wo competition. Premium 21.-To the occupier of any farm of 150 statute acres and upwards, including all the land he holds, who shall have the best grass seed of the first year's growth, sown after green crop, and not to be less in quantity than one-tenth part of the arable land of the farm for which the claim is made—soil and situation to be considered.—Six claimants. First prize, £ 5.— Awarded to Mr. John Roberts, of Geinas House, Bodfari, near Rhyl, for a field of 30 statute acres laid down for a permanency. An expensive collection of seeds had been sown, and most of the different varieties appear to have come up well. The root shows a judicious admixture of clovers and grasses, which, with future good management, will doubtless grow into a capital sward. The land is nicely laid down, remark- ably free from weeds, and apparently in excellent con- dition. A large flock of ewes were grazing the field on the day of inspection. Premium 2. To the occupier of any farm not being less in quantity than 80 acres and not exceeding 140 acres, including all the land he holds, who shall have the best grass seeds of the first year's growth, &c., as in premium 21. Four claimants. First prize, 25. Awarded to Mr. Thomas Jones, of Glanclwyd, near Ruthin, for a field of 12 acres laid down to remain two years. The mixture sown was 2 pecks Devonshire ever- green rye-grass, 1 peck Perennial rye-grass, 9 lbs. Welsh red clover-seed, 1 lb. alsike, and 1 lb. white clover per statute acre. This claimant's field had been eaten off with sheep since harvest, but cleared a short time before inspection. Both the clovers and grasses appear thick and regular in the sward, luxuriant in colour, and satisfactory as to cleanlines. (Signed) CRAS. B. DAVIBS, Eardswick Hall, Inspector. Middlewick, Cheshire.

HOLLOWAT'S OINTMENT AND PILLS. — Autumnal Remedies. — Towards the fall of the year countless causes are at work to lower the tone of the nervous system, which will be followed by ill-health unless proper means be employed to avert that evil. Hollo- way's far-famed preparations supply a faultless remedy I for both external and internal complaints connected with changes of season. All affections of the akin, roughness, blotches, pimples, superficial and deeper- seated inflammations, erysipelas, rheumatic pains, and gouty pangs alike succumb to the exalted virtues of Holloway's Ointment and Pills which will effect a happy revolution in the patient's condition, though the symptoms of his disorder are legion, and have ob- stainately withstood the beat efforts of adeass; to. subdue- theau i ■. f

(BY TELEGRAPH.) LONDON, Friday. THE SEDITION IN IRELAND. James Bryce Killen was to-day (Friday) committed for trial at Sligo for sedition, and refusing to find bail, was carried out of Court.

MR. LABOUCHERE AND HIS CLUB. This morning, the motion of Mr. Labouchere to re- strain the committee of the Beef Steak Club from ex- pelling him, came before the Master of the Rolls, who held that the committee, in dealing with the case, did not comply with the plain rules of the club. His Lordship therefore made an order which he said would have the effect of restoring to Mr. Labouchere his rights in the club.

LATEST CORN MARKETS. LIVERPOOL, Friday. With a good attendance at our market a moderate business has been done at the rates of Tuesday last. For wheat (Calif ornian), 10s. 6d. to 11s. 6d. Flour in limited request without change in value. Indian corn (mixed Americar), 5s. 9id. to 5s. lOd. Beans (Egyptian), 7s. 9d. to 8s. Peas (Canadian), 7s. LONDON, Friday. Wheat sold quietly at about Monday's prices. Oats left off rather weak. Barley dull. All other articles about the same.

gate hinrtistmtnf. CHRISTMAS ARRANGEMENTS. G EORGE HENRY LEE AND COMPANY, BASNETT-STREET, LIVERPOOL, Have made the following arrangements, via: ON TUESDAY, THE 2ND DECEMBER, iDISPLAY OF FANCY ARTICLES FOR CHRISTMAS PRESENTS, Comprising a grand selection in the follow- ing Goods, all personally selected from the Show Rooms of the manufacturers in Paris, Berlin, Vienna, &c., at the lowest possible prices for Good Workmanship, viz. Porcelain and Glass, Leather Work, Fancy Wood and Cabinet Work, Metal Work, Silver and Gilt Jewellery and Articles de Paris, And a splendid collection of Fans. ON THURSDAY AND FRIDAY, ma 4TH AND 5TH DECEMBER, A Display of EVENING FASHIONS By Gas-light in their large S wroom. ON MONDAY, THE 1ST DECEMBBB, A Special Purchase of UNMADE EMBROIDERED ROBBS, Exceedingly Cheap. GEORGE HENRY LEE AND COMPANY, BASNETT-STREET, LIVERPOOL, 1499 Printed and Published on Fridays a.nd Saturday* at the Guardian Steam Printing Offices, 26, Hope street, Wrexhum, by FREDERICK. EDWARD BOB, the Proprietor; and also Published at the Guardia* Oflico, Albert-terrace, Vale-street, Denbigh Guardian 27, High-street, Rhyl, in the county of Flint, and at the Establishments of Messrs Pringf and Price, High-street, Mol.. -Novevaber 29, 1879