The Stourbridge Observer, Cradley Heath, Halesowen & District Chronicle.
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England, 1878-08-17 00:00:00

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 1878.

ne is each and costa for being drunk.—Daniel
Rodgers was charged with being drunk, at Wombourn.
—The case was proved by Police-constable Clayton
and defendant was fined 10s and costs; in default 14 days.
WILFULLY DAMAGING Thees.—William Pearce was
charged with feloniously, unlawfully, and maliciously
bark three shrubs and partially bark two other shrubs,
the property of Mr. H. J. W. H. Foley then growing
in a certain park of the said Mr. H. J. W. H. Foley
there situate, thereby then doing injury to an amount
exceeding the sum of one pound to wit the sum of .£lO,
on the Bth August, in the parish of Kingswinford,—
Henry Toy said: I live at Prestwood and am a watcher
in the employ of Mr. Henry John Wentworth Hodgetts
Foley. On Thursday morning last, the Bth of August
about twenty minutes to two o'clock I was watching on
the lawn at Prestwood I heard a noise in a shrubbery.
I got assistance and went to the place from which the
sound came. I found the prisoner William Pearce
there. He was peeling a holly tree. He had a quantity
of bark, some lying on the ground and some in a bag. I
produce the bark, it weighs 241bs. All the bark had
the appearance of being fresh peeled. There were
three trees peeled all round and two more had been
commenced, William Weever came to my assist-
ance and I took the prisoner to the police-station at
Rinver and gave him into custody.—William Weaver
said : lam usher to Ur. Foley at Prestwood Hall. On
the Bth of August last about a quarter to two o'clock I
was called up by Henry Toy the 114 witness. I went down
and then went with him to a shrubbery on the lawn in
the park. I saw the prisoner William Pearce there
peeling a holly. tree. There was a quantity of bark
under, the tree. It had the appearance of being fresh
peeled. I noticed there were three trees peeled all
round and two others had been commenced. I asked
prisoner what he had been doing to the holly trees and
he said "Peeling them." Henry Toy and I took pri-
soner to the police-station at Kinver and gave him into
custody.—William Adams said: I am woodman to Mr.
Foley of Prestwood Hall. I have seen the trees which
have been peeled. Three were entirely peeled some
others kat been commenced. The effect npen the trees
wholly peeled will be to kill them and the two partly
peeled will probably not recover. One of the trees was
a large handsome tree. The damage cannot be esti-
mated, it is above £lo.—John Stevenson said: On the
ntorning of the Bth of August about two o'clock I
received the prisoner William Pearce into custody from
Henry Toy. I charged prisoner with cutting the bark
of a number of trees on the lawn in the park Prest-
woad the property of Mr. Foley. Prisoner made no
defence, but was committed to take his trial at the next
0 taffordshire Assizes.

THE NEW HOMER HILL COLLIERY.

HOUSE OF COMMONS, THURSDAY.

Mr. H. B. Sheridan: 1 beg to ask the Secretary of
State for the Home Department whether his attention
bas been drawn to a petition presented to this House,
and signed by many hundreds of persons living in the
borough of Dudley and its neighbourhood, asking for
some further enquiry on the part of the Government
into the practicability of recovering the body of
Thomas Shaw, which lies in a coal mine called the
New Homer Hill Colliery, at Cradley, Staffordshire,
where he was killed in the performance of his
duties, and whether he will endeavour to give effect
to the wishes of the petitioners and to the prayer for
a speedy and searching enquiry into all the facts of the
ease?

Mr. Cross: I was not aware of the petition until my
attention was drawn to it by the hon. member. The
lateA information that I bave from the inspector, in
whom I have the greatest confidence, is that the mine
is in suah a state of danger nat it would not be safe
to open it in order to make a search for the body
of this unfortunate man. I have directed a copy
of the petition of the hon, member to be forwarded
to the inspector, with the reque3t for another report
upon it.

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INCREASE IN UNION EXPENDITURE:—The usual fort-
nightly meeting of the Bromsgrove Board of Guardians
was held on Tuesday last, Mr. Joseph Musson in the
chair. Lord Lyttelton was also present.—The returns
showed the number in the house at the end of last week
to be 41 in excess of the corresponding week of last
year. The number in receipt of out-door relief was
about 95 more than in the same week last year, and the
increased cost was nearly £lo.—The Clrek stated that
the out-door relief at the present time was at the rate of
£5OO a year more than last year, and at the rate of £7OO
a year as compared with 1876.—0 n the suggestion of
Mr. Willetts it was decided as an experiment to substi-
tate wood cutting for oakum picking as a labour for
tramps, &c.—There were twojapplications for the ap•
pointment of porter and cook; and the choice of the
Board fell upon Mr. and Mrs. Bartn,rd, of Birmingham,
late of the West London Workhouse.

THE BEAucnatir CHALLENGE Cl/P.—The competi"on
by members of the twenty-first Wore( ster Rifle Volun-
teers (Bromsgrove Company) for the Beauchamp
Challenge Cup, with £2 added, took place at the butts,
on Saturday last. The ranges, were 200, 500, and 600
yards, seven shots at each. Private G. Stone was the
winner. Score : 200 yards, 32 ; 500 yards, 30; GOO yards
23.

Honriccri.Tunai, SOCIETY.—The mond annual show
of the Bromsgrove Horticultural Society was held on ,
the Recreation Ground on Wednesday, and would have
been a great success so far as regards the number of
isitors, had it not been for occasional showers of rain.
There was, however, a large number of visitors, including
Lord Windor, Lady Mary Windsor Clivo, Hon. Aire.
Clive, Lady Georgina anti Mr. H. F. Vernon, Reads. G.
W. Murray, J. it. Bainbrigge, P. Ellis, Hon. Mrs.
Massey, Captain Oldham, Captain Baugh, Misses Dixon,
tic. Prizes were offered to Gentleman's gardeners,
amateurs, cottagers, ladies fr vases of cut flowers,
tratiesmen , and others. The eottagers certainly bore
the palm, for their exhibits were numerous and of
excellent quality, and the amateurs and tradesmen a good
show. Lord Windsor, Lady Mary Windsor Clive, Lord
Hampton, and Messrs. J. Corbett, J. R. Horton, E.
Housman, T. White, W. Green, B. Rowe, T. E. Weber,
H. Millington, and Wm. Deakin were also exhibitors,
bat not for competition. A damp was thrown upon the
show by an act of wilful damage, a fine specimen of the
Duchess of Edinburgh coleus, in Lord Windsor's col-
lection, being wilfeVy cut and injured. The eommittee
promptly offered a reward of £5. for the detection of the
offender, bat without effect. Ihe Judges were Mr.
Ward. gardener to Lord Hampton ; and Mr. Temple,
gardener to Mr. J. Corbett, M.P. The prizei were
delivered to the winners by Lady Georgina Vernon, to
whom a vote of thanks was passed on the proposition of
Mr, J. R. Horton, and was acknowledged by Mr. Vernon
who proposed a vote of thanks to the committee an the
hon. seczetary, The band of the Bromsgrove Rifle
Volunteers played on the ground ; and there was
cricket match between Bromsgrove and Hagley Cubs,
resulted in a draw ; and an archery content for which
prizes were given. The weather was flue in the evening,
and there was a large accession of visitors. The places
of business in Bromsgrove were closed at mid-day.

IF THERE ARE ANY LADIES who have not yet used ths
GLENNIELD STARCH, they are respectfully solicited to
give it a Wall and carefully follow out the directions
printed on every package, and if this is done, they will
say, Like the Queen's Laundress, it is the inest Starch
they ever used. When you ask for GLnicaumo STARosr.
see that you get it, as inferior kinds are often substituted
or the sake of extra profit. Beware therefore of spur'
ions.

THIOAT IRMTSTIOW.—Soreness and dryness, tickling
and irritation, inducing cough and affecting the voice
For these symptoms use Epps's Glycerine Jujubes. Only
in boxes 6d and Is, labellel " JANIES EP? S and Co,
Homoaopathic Chemists, 98, Threadneedle Street, and
170, Piccadilly, London." Sold in Stourbridge, by A.
P. bforris, Chemist ; and J. a. Bland, Chemist.
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Ax EVENING BEFFIRAGE.—Epps's Cacaoine (Quint
essence of Cacao) is eqnally liquid and refreshing as tea
affording moreover a sterling support to the system
Unsweetened. Each packet (61.) is labelled " Jauss
Errs & Co., Honreopathic Chemists,. London." sold
in Stourbridge, by A. P. Morris, C hemist ; and J. IL
Bland, Chemist.
The PRIVATION OF TEE USE OF ONES'S LIMBS While a°
other functions of Nature are intact is a serious mortiflen-
tion to the actively disposed. Such, however, is the con-
dition of the victims of rheumatism or gout. To Walk
without enduring agony is impossible. to use the armor
free from excruciating pain, is equally impracticable. A
feeling of gratitude therefore pervades the frame when
the means are afforded of using all he members without
suffering. This, we confidently affirm is presented in
the judicious and frequent application of PoweLL's
RHUUMATIC EMBROCATION. It is past all doubt the
grandest pecific for the evils we have named, and others
of a similar character. May be obtained of all
Chemists. Price is lid, and 2s 9d. Laboratory, 114
and 116, Southampton Row. London.
Holloway'a Ointment and Pitls.—Diseases of the skin
ringworm, scurvy, jaundice, tic:rotate or king's evil, sore
heads, and the most inveterate skin disease to which
the human frame is subject, cannot be treated with a
more safe and certain remedy than Holloway's o,ntmenl
and Pills, which act so peculiarly on the constitution and
so purify the blood, that these diseases are at once
era3icated from the system, and a lasting cure obtained,
they are equally efficacious in the cure of tumouro.
barns, scalds, glandular swellings, ulcerous woands,
rheumatism, contracted and stiff j iints. These medi•
rues operate mildly, and surely. The cures effactei by
them is not temporary or apparent only, but complete
and per.nanent.
HORNIBIAN'S TRA.—Choice teas at very reasonabs
prices are always to be had of Horniman's Agents,
chemists in every Town. Being direct Importers, Messrs.
Horniman guarantee the purity, strength and flavour of
all their teas. There Agents are constantly receiving
fresh supplies from the Wholesale House , secured in tin
toll packets, whereby the deltcate flavour and aroma
preserved. Agents; Stourbridge—Clarke, 151, High•st.,
Baker, 124, High-st.; Hewit, Market Place, Morrie, 136
High-st., Brierley Hill—Rawlings chemist ; Kiddermin-
ster, Fewitt, Bull Ring; Halesowen, Adam, chemist ;
Lye, Joees, chemist, Wordsley. Whewell. chemist; Stag'
swinford, Pearson, Brettell Lane, Collins chemist, Bit'
mingham, Beaks, Bull Ring.
• THROAT AFFECTIONS AND HOARSENESS.—Au 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 .3ronchial •
Troches." These famous " lozenges " are. now sold
by most respectable chemists in this country at
Is lid per box. People troubled with a " hacking
sough," a "slight cold," or bronchial affections, can'
not try-them too soon, as similar troubles, if allowed t e
.progress, result in serious Pulmonary and Aatlimatie
affections. See that the words "Brown's Bronchial
Troches" are on the Government Stamp around
each box.—Mannfaetered by %Tory I. Bnowx & SONS/
Boston, 'Matted 13tAites. Pepsi, 4195 Oxford-stook
landent.

THAT Coml./mum ass always been held to be the mei
level in whieh the rose and the lily contend for mastell
or in whioh their beauty is blended. Great sacrifiees
made to produce an appearance corresponding with the
combination, but they never sueeeed. At cannot appro'
ach Nature The only arrangement thatran be made te
render men woman mdependea tof all expedients lett)
freely use lIAGAN'S MAGNOLIA BALM. It preserves the
skin from premature wrinkles and furrows—renders it
smooth and supple, and restores the hue which may hale
taded through illness, exposure to a noxious atmosphers
the beat of summer or the frosts of winter. To be ob-
tained of all Chemists and Perfumers throughout the
world. Price 3s. 6d. European Depot : 114 and 116
Southsmpton•row, London,

No MEDICINE FOR THE CIIRS OF ASTHMA, CONSUSr.
nos, BRONCHITIS, AND CODGIII, Was ever attended with
such speedy and unfailing success as Da. Locoeit'a
PuLecorac Waren'. In every newspaper and periodic&
may be seen testimonials of their wonderful &Belief
Nothing else gives such a mend refreshing night'
rest. In hysterical, nervous, and heart complaint
they are unfailing, while in rheumatic and nervous pair°
they act like a charm. To singers and public speaker°
they are invaluable for clearing and strengthening the
voice. They have a pleasant taste. is lid, 2s 9,"'
4s 61, and Ils per box. Sold by all medicine vendors,
TUIRTY YR•RS' EXPERIENCE OF DR. LOCOCIL
PCLMONIC WAFERS.--.-Mr. W. Ireland, Chemist, Egre,
moot, Cumberland, writes •, " For more than thirti
years I have recommended DR. LOCOCK'S WAFERS, 4"
regard them as an excellent remedy for coughs, coldP
bronchitis, Sce., and frequently take them myself." 10
asthma, consumption, bronchitis, coughs, colds. au,"
rheumatism they give instant relief. Sold at is
Is 91, 4s 6d, and lie per box by all Druggists.
EPPS'S COCOA.—GRATEFUL AND COMFORTING.—"BY•ia
thorough knowledge of the natural laws which gavn
e'"
the operations of digestion and nutrition, and by eare;
ml application of the tine properties of well-801 We.:
cocoa. Mr. Eppa has provided our breakfast tables
a delicately flavoured beverage which may save us nsal -
heavy doctors' bills. It is by the judicious use of
articles of diet that a constitution may be gradually bill'
ap until strong enough to resist every tendency to diseaie:
Hundreds of subtle maladies are floating around tl
ready to attack wherever there is a weak point. We 111
'satire many a fatal shaft by keeping ourselves well Pr'
tiied with pure blood and a properly nourished frataeci
-- Civil Service Ga....,-ette.—Sold only in Packets labelle
---"James Eel's I Ce., Heneceopathic Chemists, Lonclony
Cans OF A.STIOSATIC COUGLI AT TILE AGE OF
DR. Lonine's PULMONIO WAFERB.—" WM. Taylor. ole
Cape, Smethwick, aged 85, says he for nattily yeersi
suffered from a husky, asthmatical cough. To get re
at night was almost out of the question, although
_he
tried many things ; but for the last four years, since II:
somatanced taking the Wafers, lee can insure a lic.;°d
Right's rest, &c.—Witness, R. BROWN, Chemist, Spoil':
Hill, Birmingham." They instantly relieve asth,e
consumption, coughs, bronchitis, colds, gout. 2;
autism, and all nervous pains. They taste pleas/0/1s
Sold by all Druggists at is lid, 2s 9d, 4s 6d, and
per box.
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_CURES OF CODGIS AND COLDS BY DR. LOCOca-
Putatoleto Warins.—Mr. Wilcox, 7, Prospect
Birmingham, writes: "A customer to•day infornee 0
that he had taken them very frequently during the 100 -
four years, and also recommended them to others,,,oo
had never known them to fail." Asthma, ConsumP4
Bronchitis, Coughs, Colds, Rheumatism and -4
hysterical and nervous conplaints, are instantly relij
by Da, Locooes WAFERS, which taste pleasantly.
by all Druggists at Is lid, 2s 9d, 4816 d, and lie per uv
Beware of coanterfeita.

GOUT AND RHEUMATISM.-I.OZ
cruciating pain of Goat or Rheumatism 111":toit
removed and cured in a few days by that Hi°ll7,o,
Medicine, BLAIR'S GOUT awl RHEUMATIC
They require no restraint of dieter coniieeareallita-
their nett and are certain to prevent tire disease stir—

ng any vital part.
sold by all Chelaistsat ii. lid. awl 2.. td. per 'PO'

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