... CHIPPiNG-NTORTONI'. DIED.-April 16, at Sbhi)to0-under-Wycllwood, Mr. Richard Bould, aged 63 years. FAIn.-At our fair on WednLsdaV we had a large supply of matton, most of which was disposed of at about did. per lb. ; of beef there was aa average supply ; a very large number of sheep were despatched by railway, which, nowa the rates are reduced, is very generally made use of by the Birmingham ...

... rose Invites its fragrance to ner breast. But ere a few short honrs are fled, Its freshness gone, its beauty past! Ah, why on such a genial bed Could'st thou not live, and longer last Perchance inured to chilling showers, And early spring's yet feeble rays, Her heart o'er thee too warmly pours The light of love that round plays. Or is it that thou foundest there Buch beauty with such goodness ...

... The County Branches —14 BRINGTON’S BIG MEMBERSHIP LEADERSHIP OF LADY SPENCER Practical Work OIMNGTON Women’s Institute fortunate in possessing as president the Countess Spencer, who has held that office for about ten years. Throughout that period Lady Spencer has given the Institute whole-hearted sympathy and support. Her popularity largely accounts for the branch’s splendid membership of 63, ...