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The Stourbridge Observer, Cradley Heath, Halesowen & District Chronicle.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

WOOL.

A fair amount of animation has been noticed In the wool
market line lustre sorts have been In request, and have
realized full pricer. For other sorts the demand rzu been in.
active. Prices have been steady. Fleeces: Southdown hog.
geta, In lid.to in 2&; half-bred ditto, 1. 344. to le. 41-',
gent fleeces, in to Is. rld ; Routhdown ewe. and
wethers, Is. 0441. to Is. 14.; Leicester ditto, IL Id. to Is. lid.
Soria: Clothing, IL to IL rid.; combing, lid. to IL 3d. ger
lb. _
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

EXCEPTIONAL SON-IN-LAW.

nappy the man who, when he takes a bride,
Espouses her alone, and none beside:
And doth hot find, as many husbands do,
That he has married her relations, too.
_ . .

Let him that needs must wed select a wife
Whose parent., both, departed have this life.
Her sole regard that he may comprehend,
And prove the else friendless orphan's only friend,
. . .

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What mortal ever 301 the hus;and saw
Bleat In the Mother he ac.jaired by law?
Exceptions to all rules in time are born—
Long live thy Xtother•th-law, Lord of Lorne !—Punch.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

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Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

COLLEY GATE.

New CONNEXION CHAPEL. The members of this
chapel held a public tea meeting on Monday evening,
when a goodly number were present. After tea,• capital
easy on Woman " was read by Mr. Allport, and ad-
dresses were delivered by other gentlemen. A very en.
joyable evening was spent.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

OLD HILL.

SUDDEN DEATIi•-011 Saturday last, a woman named
Martha Lewis (31), wife of Stephen Lewis, chain maker,
Garratts Lane, shed auddenly whilst having her supper.
Deceased was a native of Poetypridd, in Wales, and has
only been in the neighbourhood a few days. She was
confined in January last, and had been unwell at tittles
ever since. No inquest will be held.
WILFUL Do.—At the Police Court, on Wednes-
day, before Messrs. E. W. G. Bares, N. Hingley, S. T.
Fereday, and the Rev. J. Clarke, Thomas Sidtlaway was
charged with damaging a window shutter and window,
the property of Joseph Barnsley, on the 17th instant, at
Reddail Hill. Mr. Homer appeared for complainant
Complainant said he was a butcher, at Redden Hill.
He bought two houses at that place some time ago. One
of them was void. On the above date, about three
o'clock, witness saw defendant with a shovel, breaking
the shutters and windows. He was drunk. The dam.
age done was at least £2. Defendant said all be wanted
was his rights. Defendant was fined 62, £2 damage ; in
default 21 days.
Wwoes CAlE.—Thomas Tilley was summoned by
Joseph Barnbrook. tube manufacturer, Old Hill, on a
charge of absenting himself from his employ. Mr.
Hayes defended. Complainant said defendant was em-
ployed by him as a blacksmith, six months ago. Nothing
was said about regular work. The agreement was to give
or take 14 days' notice. Had allowed him to work for
other people to fill up his time. The Bench said they
had no power to commit, and dismissed defendant,
kiiBAULT CAM—Eliza Ilarris, Jane Butler, Susannah
Round, John Hall, and Thomas Tipper, were charged on
remand, with assaulting Sarah Priest, at Cradle,' Heath.
The case was adjourned last week for complainant to
procure witnesses. Emma Pillow, John Taylor, and
Priscilla Crampton were called, but their evidence did
not tend to show that any of defendants touched the
complainant, and the 'tench dismissed the ease.
STEALING ONE DUCH'to Eoo.—Henry Mills (12), was
charged with stealing one duck's egg, the property of
Richard Fiddian, at Cradley Heath, on the 14th instant.
Complainant said he was a butcher, at Cradley Heath.
On the above data one of his ducks laid an egg in his
yard, and defendant ran and picked it up. Witness tried
to catch him, but could not. He saw him run into his
own house. He went to the house, and the defendant's
mother said defendant was not at home; he had goise to
Musham. Witness waited until defendant came out of
the house again. Defendant denied the charge M toto,
and called his father, who said he was at home when the
complainant went to their house. Defendant was gone
to Musham, for Samuel Hill. Complainant said he did
not wish to press the ease; he only wished to make it a
caution. Fined 61 and costs.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

1 R. JAMES BOSTON HEYS, Professor
ell. of Music, High•street, Credley Heath.
N.B.—All kinds of Musical lastrinsente tassel
repaired.
Nev Music at Hall•price.
PIANOFORTES FOR RATE OR MIRE

REFRESHMENT AND EATING
HOUSE,

TOP OF KIDTaMINSTER-STREET,
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

All who joy would win
Must share It; happiness was born a twin.

"THE REASON WHY!"

Great curiosity has often been expreesed as to the
motive which could induce, the Privetfans during the
late bombardment of Paris to direct so many shells
against the Jardin des Plantes. "From a report of
the director, M. Chevreuil," says a French paper, "it
appears that from thirteen to fourteen hundred pro-
jectiles fell on thin establishment, and no one, to our
knowledge, has been able to fathom the cause of this
persistent fury. The reason is now known, and it is
this : ---The manager of the Jarden lee Plantes received
a letter from the governor at the beginning of the siege.
Considerable quantities of powder had to he stored and
inaga,iaes were scarce: The .fardin des I'lantes
seemed a favourable spot for such stores, and the thing
was agreed upon. But the manager energetically
refused to undertake the flattering but perilous charge
proposed to him, and by dint of giving good reasons he
succeeded in getting the consignment withdrawn. The
end of this may be imagined. The Prussians, in-
formed am they always were of all our plans, believed
that the storing of powder in the Jardin des Plantes
had taken place, and hoping to bring about a frightful
explosion, directed their fire to that qt. ludo obits,'
Pot the powder was happily away...

General Lecomte has left tax children ; and General Troetn,
proposed on M.ccday in Mc Asset:ably that the natldn sholild
adopt them.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

PENSNETT

CONIIRMATION.—The Lord Bishop of Lichfield held a
confirmation in St. Mark's Church, on Friday evening
the 17th inst. The seivice was most impressive, the
choral part being rindered by a full choir, the Rev. .
A. H. 1.1.1t15, %bear of Upper tiornal, intoning the
prayers. The lessons were read by the Hon. and Rev.
A. Amon, Via, of :•edgley nod limed Dean, and by the
Vies/ or kelsoottt, sod the Bishop gave a most stirriog
nod practical address. 'lice ouniber of candidates was
lib, nod included very wally adults.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

THE IRONY OF EVENTS.

Under the above suggestive heading, The Times of
Monday printed the following letter
Will you kindly allow me to dleabuse your readers of the
Idea that there La any danger or difficulty attending a Villa
to Parts at the pri.int time?

I have had the pleasure of conducting the first excursion
party from London, cmaisting of about 150 first-class pas-
seniors. Vie left London-toridge by special train at 5 :Ap
March it, and had a special steamer from Newhaven to
thew. After staying at Dieppe four hours, we arrived he
Paris at 1p m March 15 By taking the Dieppe route we
were enabled to see many of the destroyed bridges over the
Seine, which cannot be seen by any other route.
It is true on arrival we found the hotels were not tin!te
prepared to receive large numbers, but a few days will alter
that : there are abut 9,1 of our party in the Loudon and
New York Hotel, Place du Barre.

There has not yet been the slightest di fti,ulty experienced
I by any one; the Louvre wee opened yesterday, and on an-
! piloatiou we were allowed to visit the invalides and the
,tomb of Napoleon. To-day we have had special omnibuses,
and have made • circuit from the Place da tiavr, vie the
Avenue of the Grand Army, over the bridge of Neutlly to
Courbevole, St. Cloud, Menden, Forts la.y, and Vanvers,
returning by Bougirard to Paris. We were allowed to walk
about the ruins of the Palace of St. Cloud and the Chateau
of Mention, and were conducted by an officer all round the
forts Everybody seems pleased totes the English invasion,
and very glad to receive our money, which must be of great
service Just now.
lin Wednesday next we have another party leaving London,
and en the whole expense of nrst.cleas travelling from
Loudon to l'arts and back, Including six days' betel accom-
modation, is covered by a Lb note, I have no doubt the next
party will be SA numerous an the preaent one.
Yours respect{ ally,
Paris, March IS. .I,.dia bL COOK.

P.S. There are now three trains per day each way between
Dieppe and Paris, mud baggage con now be registered
through between London and Paris.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

KINVIIR.

ELZCLION OF GUARDIANIL—The annual election of
Guardian.. &c., for tile parish, took place in the National
School-room, on Monday morning. Mr. Burin and Mr.
B. Williams were elected Guardians, Mr. Villite and Mr.
F. Wheeler Overseers, and Mr. J. Green, Surveyor of
Highways.
ENTIiRTAINXIiNT.—An entertainment was given in She
Grammar School, on Monday evening last, for the bene-
fit of the Young Men's Improvement Aesoriation, The
Rev. J. Hodgson occupied the chair. The following wee
the programme :—Part song—" Early Spring," Bluetit
Musical Society; reading—Rev. J. Hodgson;
Barrett—" When the Silver Moon ;" quartett—'• Dream
the Dream;' reading—Mr. Osborne—" Bianca's Dream
song—Mrs. J. Bolton ; duet—Mr. Osborne and Mr. Bar-
. roll—" The Anglers :" reading Rev. W. H. Bolton ;
song—Mr. W. 6, Webb; reading—Mr. T. Holyoake ;
song—Mise Wharton Ringing the Flow'r Bells
glee—Kinver Musied Society—" Take care." Mrs. J.
Bolton and Miss Wharton received hearty encores for
their songs, as also did Mr. Osborne and Mr. Barrett, for
a duet "The Anglers." The glees sang by the Musical
Society were rendered with great taste and precieiou.
" Mrs. Brown's Visit to Egypt," read by Mr. T. Holyoake,
caused greet amusement.
WILFUL DASIAGE.—At the Petty Sessions at Stour-
, bridge, yesterday, before Major Fletcher and H. 0.
F Firmstone, Esq., William and Elinebeth Hayes were
I charged with wilfully cutting a quantity of ferns on Ose
list last, the property of J. H. W. H. Foley. William
Toy, gamekeeper. proved that he saw both the defend-
ants cutting the fern on the common. The damage dose
amounted to 2d, bat there has been more than 5 worth
ef damage. Mr. Foley wanted to put a stop to it, sad
defendants were fined fid each, and 2d the damage.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

KINGSWINFORD SCHOOL BOARD.

The first meeting of the School Board for the parish
of Kingswinford was held on Thursday, at the Town
Surveyor's office, Brierley Hill. All the nine members
were present, and Mr. George Holloway, the returning
officer, acted as clerk pro lent.
Tha first business was the election of • chairman, and
Mr. R. Smith•Casson proposed Mr. F. Cookson.
Dr. Walker seconded the motion.
Mr. Bennett proposed as an amendment, the election
of Mr. Barlow, which was seconded by Mr. Evers. The
votes were then taken, as follows —Forth.: amendment -
Messrs. Bennett, Evers, and J. W. Clulow. For the re.
solution: Messrs. B. Wood, W. Wood, Casson, and
Walker.

Mr. Cookson, who was declared elected. assured the
Board that he should do his utmost to merit the coutl•
dence reposed in him..
..

Mr. 1311-rlowwas elected vice-chairmen.

The returning officer reported that the election of the
School Board cost £l4B Is 24.
After a brief discussion,,it was decided to advertise for
a clerk, at a selary of £5O per year.
The next meeting of the Board was fixed to take plea
on Tuesday, the 18th of Aprd. at 3 o'clock, p.m.

HOLLOWAY'S—PILLS.— The G;•ratest W-juter of Modern
Timm—They correct biliousness, prevent flatulency,
cleanse the liver, and purify the system, renovate the
debilitated, strengthen the stomach, increase the appe-
tite, invigorate the nerves, promote health, and reinstate
the weak in an ardour and vivacity never before experi-
enced. The sale of the pills throughout the globe as-
tonishes everybody, col vinting the most sceptical that
Holloway's Pills tuition, ads all other medicine for remo-
val of disease of every name. They are indeed a bles•
sing to the afflicted and • boon to those who suffer from
any disorder, interr, al or external. Thousands of persons
have testified that by their use alone they have been
restored to health afteY all other remedies had proved
insucceesf

THROAT DISEOOOB.—BROWN'S BRONCHIAL TROCHES,
which have proved so successful in America for the care
of Cone., Colds, Hoarseness. Bronchitis, Asthma,
Cstsrrh, or any irritation or sorenevi of the throat, are
now imported and sold in this country at Is lid per box,
put up in the form of a" lozenge." It is the moat con.
venient, pleasant, safe, and sure remedy for clearing and
strengthening the voice known in the world. The Rev.
Henry Ward Beecher says: I have often recommended
them to friends who were public speaker., and in many
eases they have proved extremely serviceable. The
genuine have the words Brown's Bronchial Troches"
on the Government Stamp around each hon.—Principal
Office, 493, Oxford.street. London. Sold bv all mediciOis
eniors.
Prtuted and Published bp the Sole Proprietor. SIK.O.
FIELD, at his Offlooe, 92. Eligh.stroot, Stourbridge, la
the County of Won-eater: to which place all letteirkani
other communing:a.. MIN% be addressed.
Saturday. Morel. V., 1471.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1871-03-25

Ar. Thomas, of Halesoweu, made

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hid, which was ss. The pig was ultimately l
knocked down to defendant. Plaintiff asked ,
him to pay for it, when he said he should not be-
cause it was diseased. Plaintiff re-sold the pig,
and it fetched 15s. He kept it from the 13th to
the 20th. Defendant said when he bought the
pig the people said, "Gill, you're got her • she's
not worth 55." His Honour gave a verdict for
the full amount claimed.
Be CORBETT A 13ANKRUPT.—A MEETING FOR
PUBLIC EXAMINATION.—Mr. Collis appeared for
Trustee, and Mr. Wall in support. Mr. Collis
said the estate had realised over .R. 500 and the
bankrupt had given him every information and
assistance in his power. He had no questioe to
ask him. The bankrupt then passed his laht
examination.

INTERPLEADER CASE.-7 lownos Clarice, Jana's
Clorke, Claimant.—This was an interpleader for
three pigs which had been seized under an exe-
cution against the defendant. The pigs were
claimed by James Clarke, the father of the de-
fendant, on the ground that they were his pro-
perty, purchased by him, and placed on his son's
premises for convenience. Mr. Oldershaw ap-
peared for the claimant ; Mr. Wall for the exe-
cution creditor. His Honour gave judgment in
favour of the execution creditor.