Deaths

GETTINBY -- September 9, 1916, at his residence, Main Street, Larne, Matthew, the dearly-beloved husband of Catherine Gettinby. Interred in the family burying-ground, Ballynure, on Tuesday, 12th inst. CATHERINE GETTINBY.

JENKINS -- September 7th, 1916, at her residence, Duncrue, Carrickfergus, Mary, the dearly-beloved wife of Samuel Jenkins. Her remains were interred on Saturday, at 3 p.m. in St. Nicholas Churchyard, Carrickfergus.
   Fret not for me. I'm free from pain,
      My earthly sorrow o'er;
   I hope to meet you all again,
      On that peaceful happy shore.
Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband and Family.

For King and Country

SIR JOHN SMILEY'S FLUTE BAND.
The Members of above Band regret the loss of their highly-esteemed Bandmaster, Lance-Corporal William Torbitt, Royal Irish Rifles, killed in action on July 1, 1916. JAMES KIRKPATRICK, See.

Missing Friends

DAVIDSON -- Information of the whereabouts of William Davidson, of Killucan, Westmeath, a carpenter, would be gratefully received by his mother, who resides at the above address.

DODDS -- Wanted to hear of William Ross Dodds. Last heard of in St. Louis, U.S.A., 18 months ago. Any information will be gratefully received by his sister, Miss Ross, 59c High Street, Forres, Morayshire, Scotland.

COLVILLE -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Thomas Colville, who left Belfast twelve years ago, and was last heard of at St. Marie, Ontario. Any information will be gratefully received by his brother, John Colville, 77 Donegal Pass, Belfast, Ireland.

FITZSIMMONS -- Wanted to hear of Miss Ruby Fitzsimmons, of Millisle, Co. Down, who left Belfast for Carlton St., Toronto, Canada. Please reply to Rifleman Hugh Graham, No. 17/383 D. Co. 9th R.I. Rifles, B.E. Force, France.

KEENAN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of John M. Keenan, who left Belfast almost seven years ago on board an American fruit boat. Last heard of as going to Alaska. Any information will be thankfully received by his wife Isabella Keenan, 29 Bridge End, Belfast, Ireland. American papers please copy.

SMYTH -- Wanted information regarding Robert Smyth, formerly of Carnmoney, County Antrim, last heard of at Nevada, U.S.A. Information thankfully received by Messrs. Potts & Houston, Ltd., 115 North Street, Belfast.

WEIR -- Wanted to hear of Charles G. Weir, who went to the United States in February, 1908, residing at Fall River Massachusetts for two years. He then moved to the Western States, and has written occasionally from Montana, Dakota, and Washington Territory. He was employed on cattle ranches in the States. Last heard of in Hope, North Dakota. Said he would probably go to Canada or New Mexico. Any information regarding him will be thankfully received by his mother, Sarah Weir, 87 Brookmount Street, Belfast, Ireland.

HILL -- The sisters of Mrs. Barbara Hill are anxious to know of her whereabouts. When last heard of 15 years ago she was living in San Francisco. Any information regarding her will be thankfully received by her sister, Louisa Carpenter, 200 Mayo Street, off Springfield Road, Belfast.

CLARKE -- Information wanted as to the whereabouts of Matthew Clarke, 17 years of age, lately employed by a farmer in Canada; but left suddenly, and last heard of as being in the State of Minnesota, U.S.A. Any news of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by his father, Matthew Clarke, 10 Central Street, Belfast, Ireland. United States and Canadian papers please copy.

ALVIN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of any of the relations of James Alvin, who was born in Belfast or vicinity about sixty years ago, and died lately in California. About two years ago he left California to visit his old home, and on his return stated he had been in Belfast. Any information may be sent to Geo. I. Browne, 2 Carleton Street, Portadown, Ireland.

APPLEBY -- If Mrs. Appleby (maiden name Turner), of Belfast, who inquired in this column some time ago for information concerning her brother, John Turner, will write to him at 92 Garngad Hill, Town Head, Glasgow, he will be glad to hear from her.

WYLIE -- Information as to the present address of Violet Wylie (aged 12), late Ballymaquillen, Aldergrove, Co. Antrim, will be thankfully received by Mrs. J. Gorman, Tully, Crumlin, Co. Antrim.

LEGHORN -- The relatives of the late George Leghorn, of Derrylave, Co. Cavan, who died 1898, are sought by his only daughter, Lettie Leghorn, whose mother died six years ago There was a brother living at Cleveland. Ohio, U.S.A., and another believed to be at Portrush, last heard of about twenty years ago. Write to Miss L. Leghorn, 10 Victoria Terrace, Weymouth, England. Irish and American papers please copy.

WATSON -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Robert Watson, who left Dromore, Co. Down, 45 years ago for Pittsburg, Allegheny, or his son Charles. Last heard of was a Baptist minister. Any information regarding them will be thankfully received by his only sister, Mrs. Kerr, Railway Street, Ballymena.

COUSINS, or ALLEN -- Relatives of James Cousins or DIANA ALLEN, formerly of Lurgan, are requested to communicate with Mrs. Sarah Amato (nee Cousins), at 75 Forge Street, Germiston, Glasgow.

IRWIN or HEWERDINE -- Wanted to know the address of Mrs. Irwin (maiden name Ellen Hewerdine), married in Drumcar, Co. Louth. Last seen at Summerhill, Dublin. Her sister would like to hear from her, or any of the family. Dublin papers please copy. -- Mrs. Norton, 17 Wellwood Street, off Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Ireland.

BRIGGS -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Hamilton Briggs, last heard of in 1904, when in the employment of Mr. J. Jellison, Denver, Colorado, U.S.A. Any information Mrs. Sarah Waterworth, 9 Kenilworth St., Belfast, Ireland.

BERTOGLIO -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Mrs. M. Bertoglio (nee Lilian Webb), last heard of at 1074 Union Street, San Francisco. Any information will be thankfully received by her father, Richard Webb, 7 Valentine Street, Belfast, Ireland.

FITZSIMONS -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Francis Fitzsimons, late first-class stoker on the American Navy; last heard of six years ago in San Francisco. Any news of him will be thankfully received by bis sister, Mrs. M'Millen, Harper Street, Belfast. American papers please copy.

IRWIN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Mrs. Irwin (nee Ellen Hewerdine) last; heard of when residing in Dublin. Any information would be gratefully received by her sister, Mrs. Annie Norton, 17 Wellwood St., Belfast.

MOORE -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Charles Alexander Moore, formerly of Malone Place, Belfast. Last heard of in Lemsford Hotel, village of Lemsford, Saskachewan, Canada. Any information will be thankfully received by his father, Thomas Moore, Beragh, Co. Tyrone, Ireland.

MURDOCK, H. -- Information wanted concerning her son, H. Murdock, formerly living in 167 Edmond Avenue, Paterson, N.J. Last letter from him on 2nd December, 1913. His mother, who resides at 8 Mossvale Street, Belfast, Ireland inquires. American papers please copy.

BROWN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Hugh Brown, who left Belfast eight years ago for Liverpool, and later is believed to have gone to Canada. His sister, Miss Matilda Brown, 23 South Parade, Ormeau Road, Belfast, Ireland, would be thankful for information.

M'LARNON -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Henry M'Larnon, who left Ballymena about 30 years ago and settled in Manitoba, Canada. His mother, Mrs. Murray, Fair Hill Lane, Ballymena, would be glad to hear from him.

FINNIGAN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of John Finnigan, who over thirty years ago was a groom at Whiteabbey. Information will be gladly received by Mrs. Todd, 38 India Place, Edinburgh.

NICHOLL -- Will John Nicholl and Margaret Nicholl, last heard of about three years ago, when they were living at Pittsburgh, Penn., U.S.A., please communicate with their mother, Mrs. John Nicholl, Carninney, Ballymena.

HARPUR -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Joseph Harpur, formerly of Adavoyle, who left Belfast for America in the year 1881. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by his daughter Jane, 36 James Street, off Shankill Road, Belfast, Ireland.

BAXTER -- Wanted to know, the whereabouts of James Baxter (painter by trade), last heard of at Great Falls, Montana, U.S.A., about two years ago. Well known in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Any information regarding him will be thankfully received by his father, John Baxter, Hill Street, Lurgan, Co. Armagh, Ireland.

WHITE -- Wanted to hear of James White, late of 66 Agnes Street. Last heard of in 1903, when he was working in New Westminster, B.C. Information will be thankfully received by his sister Caroline. Address. Caroline White, 2 Brunel Street, off Agnes Street, Belfast, Ireland.

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The Editor's Note Book

A correspondent, with whom we are in full agreement in his plaint, writes as follows:-- "Your remarks in the 'Times' last week regarding tar-spraying were very interesting, and should give our local authorities 'some think;' but tar-spraying without attention afterwards is practically useless. Take Station Road and Clonlee as examples. Both were sprayed lately, but for the want of proper brushing they are almost as dusty as before spraying. Can all our streets not be brushed better?"

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At the Cavan show last week Miss Lillie Morrow (daughter of Councillor Whyte Morrow, Larne Harbour) gained two "firsts" in cake-making, beating all comers in open competition. Miss Morrow was on holiday in the neighbourhood, and her ambition to show that her record at Larne Technical School was not a purely local one was fully realised.

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The Right Rev. Mgr. O'Doherty, P.P., V.F., Omagh (a brother-in-law of Head-Constable M'Hugh, Larne), has been awarded the decoration of the Legion of Honour by the French Government for services rendered to wounded brought into Cambrai during the Franco- Prussian War. Accompanying the honour is a bronze medal, together with a certificate expressing thanks for the monsignor's services. At the time of the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1) Mgr. O'Doherty was a student in the Irish College in Paris,

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Prominently displayed at the prize distribution to technical students on Monday night was a beautifully-illuminated "Roll of Honour" bearing the names of 118 students of the Technical School who had joined his Majesty's forces for the war. The roll was the work of Messrs. W. & G. Baird, Ltd., whose artists had splendidly carried out he design of the generous gentleman who is presenting the school with this interesting souvenir of students' patriotism. In one corner of the roll are shown the peaceful vocations of loom, bench, and laboratory so much in evidence at the school, and the words "Pro Patria" linked them to the mighty weapons of war -- artillery, aeroplane, and warship -- portrayed in the other corner. An exterior photograph of the school was introduced with striking effect. The frame is of sycamore in its natural state, and is a splendid bit of workmanship. Designed and carved by a student of the school into the design are introduced the Royal Arms, the Irish Harp, the Red Hand of Ulster, and the Larne coat-of-arms.

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The annual general :fleeting of the Larne Literary and Debating Society will be held in the Boardroom of the M'Garel Town Hall on Monday night at eight o'clock, when it is hoped there will be a large turnout of the old members of the society. The committee will be delighted to welcome any new members to the society who may care to attend, and they are assured of many helpful and interesting evenings during the coming winter by attaching themselves to the society.

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Hearty congratulations to Sergeant Andrew Smyth, Royal Irish Rifles, who has been awarded the Military Medal for gallantry in the field on the 1st July. On that fateful day Sergeant Smyth did splendid work, and especially in forming up his men for the second attack, and his selection for the coveted decoration is fully endorsed by his comrades, with whom he is very popular, and who regard him as a fine all-round soldier and sportsman. Sergeant Smyth is the eldest son of the late Mr. Andrew Smyth, Ballyclare. He has now been appointed platoon sergeant of No. 15 Platoon, in succession to Sergeant Ramsay, who was killed in action on 23rd August, 1916, and it is the sincere wish of his comrades and of his many friends in East Antrim that he may be long spared to wear the decoration so worthily won.

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A large circle of Larne friends will on Monday evening say "au revoir" to Mr. and Mrs. James J. Watson, of Victoria Street, who leave that evening by the Stranraer boat en route for Manila, where Mr. Watson is manager of an important sugar refinery. For the past ten years Mrs. Watson (who is a native of Larne) and her daughter have resided here constantly whilst Mr. Watson fulfilled various engagements abroad. Mr. Watson is a Greenock man, and in his earlier days was a very well-known athlete, holding amongst other records the half-mile (running) championship of Scotland. For some years past Miss Watson has been one of the most diligent students at the Larne Technical School in domestic economy and art subjects, and only recently was appointed teacher of lace-making and embroidery at the school. She had gained something more than a local reputation as a damask and handkerchief designer, and was doing fine work in this direction for important Belfast firms. "A pleasant voyage and a safe return" is the sincere wish of their many friends.

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SUDDEN DEATH AT LARNE.

On Monday afternoon a young man, whose name was given as Charles Mayberry, aged about 19 years, died suddenly on the Curran Road, Larne. The deceased man was employed by the British Aluminium Company, Ltd., Larne Harbour, and had been at work from six o'clock on Monday morning until two in the afternoon. He then left the works to return home, and had only gone a few hundred yards along the road when he collapsed. Medical aid was summoned, and Dr. Rutherford and Dr. Wilson arrived on the scene, but they could only pronounce life extinct. The coroner for the district was communicated with, but in view of medical opinions submitted to him did not consider an inquest necessary. It is understood that Mayberry, who joined the 12th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles in 1914, was discharged as medically unfit whilst the battalion was stationed at Seaforde, England.

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DEATH OF MR. MATTHEW GETTINBY, LARNE.

The death of the above well-known Larne business man took place at his residence, Main Street, on Saturday night last, after a long and wearisome illness. Mr. Gettinby was 65 years of age, and for over 40 years had been in business in Larne as a draper and tailor. Taking no part in public affairs he was, nevertheless, possessed of a large circle of friends in the town, as well as in Ballyclare (where he formerly had a business) and East Antrim generally. Three or four years ago he had a serious breakdown in health from which he only partially recovered, and his death, therefore, was not altogether unexpected. The late Mr. Gettinby was twice married, his second wife (by whom he is survived) being a sister of Mr. David Fullerton, Larne, and sincere sympathy is felt with her in her bereavement. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon at the family burying-ground at Ballynure, and there was a very large attendance to pay a last tribute of respect. At the graveside the service was conducted by the Rev. W. H. Pollock, B.A., Larne.

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LARNE PETTY SESSIONS

EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO INSULATORS.

A DARING THEFT.

This bi-monthly court was held on Tuesday, before Colonel Duncan D.L. (presiding); Messrs. James Roche, R.M.; George Barton, J.P.; A. B. Holmes, J.P.; C. L. Mackean, J.P.; Felix Mulvenna J.P.; Bernard M'Cafferty, J.P. and William Rankin, J.P.

District-Inspector Moore and Mr. D. N. Wiles, C.P.S., were in attendance.

POSSESSION OF A HOUSE.

A decree was sought against Daniel White for possession of a house in Carson Street, held as a weekly tenancy from Mr. Thomas Carson

Mr. W. W. Williams, solicitor, appeared for the owner, who proved service of the notice to quit, are the demand for possession.

A decree for possession was given.

A NEIGHBOUR'S QUARREL.

Mrs. Elizabeth Walker, Hope Street (for whom Mr W. W. Williams, solicitor, appeared), charged Mrs. Sarah Jane Gettinby, a neighbour, with assault on September 2nd, and with doing malicious damage to her windows to the extent of 8s 10d. There was a cross-summons for assault.

Mrs. Walker's evidence was to the effect that a pigeon belonging to Mrs. Gettinby's son got into her yard and was killed by her dog. Her husband was quite willing to pay compensation, but said he would give the money to the lad and not to his mother. On evening of September 2nd, when complainant returned from the harbour, she found Mrs. Gettinby waiting at her door, and there was some talk about paying for the pigeon. Mrs. Gettinby said the case would go into the court, and Mrs. Walker replied that in that case her husband would pay through the court. Mrs. Gettinby thereupon caught hold of Mrs. Walker by the hair and dragged her to the ground, and later got a poker and smashed four panes of glass in the window. The glass cost 8s 10d to replace. Complainant said she was afraid of the defendant and had to send to the police barracks for protection. Mrs. Gettinby was not sober at the time.

Complainant's son corroborated the evidence of his mother, and Sergeant Scott, in reply to the Bench, said he and a constable were called to Mrs. Walker's house on the evening in question. He found four panes of glass smashed as described. Mrs. Gettinby was in her own house at that time, and witness warned her not to come out on to the street again: but she became very abusive, and came out of the house after him and had to be taken in by her son and daughter. She was considerably under the influence of drink.

In support of her cross-summons for assault Mrs. Gettinby said there had been some trouble about a pigeon, and on this Saturday evening she found Mrs. Walker standing at her own door with the key in her hand Without any provocation Mrs. Walker struck her on the head, arms, and body, and banged her through the window, whereupon, she admitted, she took off her slipper and with the heel smashed two more panes.

To Mr. Williams -- She did not speak to Mrs. Walker before the assault. She was certain that it was Mrs. Walker who first struck her, and she received very bad abuse from her. Witness could not say whether she herself was drunk or sober. (Laughter).

The Bench fined Mrs. Gettinby 1d, with 8s 10d damages for breaking the window, and 2s 6d and costs for the assault, dismissing the cross-case.

AN IMPUDENT THEFT.

Patrick M'Loughlin, a lad 16 years of age, a native of Derry, was charged on remand with the larceny of a watch valued at £4, the property of William M'Connell, engineer on the ss Corran, at Larne Harbour, on August 30.

District-Inspector Moore prosecuted.

William M'Connell deposed that he was second engineer on the ss Corran. On Wednesday, 30th August, he left his watch in his vest pocket in his cabin whilst he went up the town. When he returned he found the watch gone. The watch produced was his, and was value for £4. He had not given authority to anyone to take it from his cabin.

William Small, assistant at Mr. Coppell's pawn office, Main Street, Larne, deposed that on August 31, at about 9.45 a.m., the accused had offered the watch produced in pledge, asking to be advanced 3s on it. He said he belonged to Derry, but was then living at the Fair Hill in Larne. Witness sent a message to the police barrack, and a little later two police came and took charge of the lad, and to them he gave the watch.

Constable M'Donagh deposed that on the morning of August 31 he visited Mr. Coppell's pawn office, where he arrested the accused, and charged him with stealing the watch from a ship at Larne Harbour. He gave the usual caution, and the lad said he got the watch from his father. Witness searched him, and inside the lining of his coat he found another watch and some other articles. On the 1st September the accused, in the course of a statement, said he went on board the boat and took the watch in order to get money to take him back to Derry.

The accused was then charged, and pleaded guilty, saying -- "I took the things." He further said that he would like to be sent away for three years so that he might learn something.

In view of his record, and his wish to be taught, the Bench did not deal with him summarily, but returned him for trial at the next Quarter Sessions.

DAMAGE TO INSULATORS.

The attention of the Court was occupied for a considerable time in hearing a series of charges against lads from the Factory and Old Glenarm Road districts of maliciously damaging or attempting to damage the telegraph posts, wires, and insulators along the Old Glenarm Road. Complaints are frequent as to the great damage done by boys throwing stones at the wires, and especially the insulators, and it was stated in evidence that recently 125 insulators had been smashed in this section of line. Wires had also been broken, and considerable, inconvenience caused. The repairing of the insulators alone averaged 1s 6d each. The mischievous conduct had been investigated by Constable Heggarty, who, after considerable trouble, was able to summon eight lads, and prove the charges by other boys. Of these, John Blair (18), John Sloan (17), and Joseph Moore (15) were charged with attempting to damage, and Mr. Williams appeared for the defence. After hearing the evidence, their Worships fined the lads £1 each, warning them that in case of future convictions they would impose the full penalty of three months' imprisonment. Five younger boys, whose ages ranged from 7 to 10, admitted throwing stones and breaking the insulators; but in view of their tender years they and their parents were severely admonished, and the latter were advised to freely use the parental birch-rods. Mr. Williams and Mr. James Tweed were for the defence in the cases.

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DEATH OF R. S. M. M'MANUS.

The death took place in the Military Hospital, Victoria Barracks, on Monday, of Regimental-Sergeant-Major John M'Manus, 18th Batt, Royal Irish Rifles. Deceased was taken ill some three weeks ago, but a number of complications set in and proved too much for even his robust frame. He was for over 30 years in the Northamptonshire Regiment, and possessed the long service and good conduct medal. At the outbreak of war he was a clerk in a city weaving company, from which he immediately joined up with the 9th Batt. Royal Irish Rifles, subsequently being transferred to the reserve battalion mentioned, and he was, until recently, a valued member of the Depot Staff at Clandeboye. He leaves a wife and family who reside at 16 Majorca Street.

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BELFAST SERGEANT'S PROMOTION.

While gratified at his well-deserved promotion to the rank of head-constable, the many friends of Sergeant F. J. Maguire, R.I.C., the popular Sydenham Rugby forward, will learn with regret that he is to sever his official connection with the city on the 22nd inst., when he leaves for Claremorris, Co. Mayo. The new head-constable arrived in Musgrave Street from the Depot in 1896, and in 1902 passed the "P" constables' examination, winning the gold watch presented by a local academy for the best candidate. Last month he rivalled this highly-creditable achievement by obtaining first place at the "P" sergeants' examination, and his promotion quickly followed. For five years, as sergeant, he was in charge of the Belfast Summons Court, where, by his unfailing courtesy and efficiency, he gave entire satisfaction.

"Head" Maguire had the honour, along with Constable M'Clelland, of representing the Belfast R.I.C. at the funeral of the late King Edward, and was in command of the Belfast contingent paraded in Dublin by King George in 1910. An elocutionist of no mean ability, he is the possessor of several medals won under Professor Millin, and the Ulster Elocution Class. He has taken part in amateur theatricals, and played the King in "Hamlet," under the aegis of the Belfast Shakespearean Society. He was one of the founders of the R.I.C. Waltz Club, and was for many years the mainstay of that organisation. With the departure of Head-Constable Maguire, Sydenham Rugby F.C. loses one of its most valued members. For many years he was a player on the 1st X.V., and has since continued on the committee.

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WAR HONOURS.

D.S.O. FOR NATAL OFFICER.

It is officially announced that the Distinguished Service Order has been awarded to Lieut.-Commander Thos. S. L. Dorman, R.N.,

For his gallant conduct at Reshire on 9th September, 1915, when he volunteered and endeavoured to bring a machine gun into action exposed to heavy fire from the enemy at about 300 yards range. A yeoman of signals who accompanied Lieut.-Commander Domnan was mortally wounded.

Lieut.-Commander Dorman is the second son of Mrs. Dorman, Raffeen, Kinsale, and is a relative of Mr. R. H. Dorman, county surveyor, Armagh. His elder brother was killed at the Dardanelles.

BELFASTMEN WIN MILITARY MEDAL.

Private J. Andress (40908), Royal Army Medical Corp, who, as announced in our columns a few days ago, has been awarded the Military Medal for gallantry during the advance of the Ulster Division on 1st July, is a son of Sergeant E. J. Andress, who is serving in the same section of the field ambulance, and Mrs. Andress, 15 Downing Street, Shankill Road, Belfast. He is not yet 18 years of age, and on the day in question displayed signal gallantry, carrying in wounded men from No Man's Land with a comrade, who has been similarly decorated.

No. 7753 Private Andrew Black, R.A.M.C., attached 1st Cheshires, whose parents reside at 5 Westbourne Street, Belfast, has been awarded the Military Medal. Private Black has been on the western front from August, 1914, being at Mons, Ypres, and other hard-fought battle-grounds.

Sapper A. H. Wright, Royal Engineers, has also been awarded the Military Medal "for gallantry and devotion to duty" in the "Big Push." He is a son of Mr. Wm. Wright, late of College Street, who is at present serving with the Royal Irish Rifles. His mother resides in Cavehill Road, Belfast. Previous to enlisting Sapper Wright was in the employment of the Sunderland Forge Co., Queen's Road, Belfast. The decoration was presented on 27th July by Major-General Colin Mackenzie.

Another Belfast man in the person of Private W. J. Campbell M'Quitty, Machine Gun Corps. has been awarded the Military Medal for bravery in the field. This soldier was a member of the staff of the Crown and Peace Office, County Courthouse, Crumlin Road, and joined the Cameronians in October, 1915, being subsequently transferred to the Machine Gun Corps. He has been at the front since April, was slightly wounded on July 12, was specially commenced for bravery on the 27th of the same month, and has now been awarded the Military Medal for gallant conduct during recent operations. He is a son of Mr. Robert M'Quitty, Deputy Clerk of the Crown and Peace.

Corporal John L. Armstrong, Royal Irish Rifles, who, as reported in Tuesday's issue, has been awarded the Military Medal for service in the field, resided at Erne View, Ciftonpark Avenue, Belfast, before he joined the Army. He was in the linen business in the city.

In addition to the names already published, the Military Medal has been awarded to the following further men from the U.V.F., Belfast, who are all serving in the one division:--

14414 Sergt. Robert Lucas, Royal Irish Fusiliers.

57513 Acting Corporal W. Phoenix, Royal Engineers.

57512 Sapper Harold Pulford, Royal Engineers.

64519 Pioneer W. Gibson, Divisional Signal Co. R.E.

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Lieut. Philip A. C. Maginn, London Regt., has been awarded a Bar to his Military Cross. He is a son of Mr. John Maginn, Ballina, and nephew of Mr. Frank Maginn, Belfast.

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CYCLIST KILLED ON ROAD.

William Robson, aged 25 years, a driller on the Queen's Island, met with a fatal motoring accident shortly after leaving his home at Ballyeway, Cunningburn, at seven o'clock on Monday morning. The facts were investigated on Tuesday by Dr. S. Wallace, coroner, and a jury, of which Mr. John Warden was foreman. The evidence went to show that the deceased left home on his motor-bicycle shortly after seven o'clock. The mail motor which runs from Belfast to Portaferry is timed to arrive at Cunningburn at 7.20 a.m. The Cunningburn Road, down which the cyclist was coming, runs at right angles to the Portaferry Road, and near their junction it is impossible to see traffic on the Portaferry Road owing to the height of the hedges. The cyclist evidently was not aware that the mail motor was so close, and when he got on to the Portaferry Road he tried to pass the front of it to get on his own side of the road for Newtownards. Unfortunately he collided with the right-hand front wheel of the mail motor, and was pushed for some distance before the wheel.

Dr. Warnock gave evidence that death was caused by haemorrhage due to a rupture of an abdominal artery. Deceased's left leg had also been broken.

The jury returned a verdict accordingly, adding that the occurrence was a pure accident, and that no blame was attached to the driver of the mail motor.

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LISBURN WEDDING SCENE.

FROM CHURCH IN SEDAN CHAIR.

The wedding of an elderly employe of Messrs. William Coulson & Sons, damask manufacturers, was celebrated on Saturday in the Cathedral, Lisburn, a unique feature of the event being the mode adopted for conveying the couple from the church to the railway station.

This was a sedan chair, which was used by a member of the Coulson family a century and a half ago, and is still in an excellent state of preservation. Shortly before ten o'clock a large body of the workers attended at the Castle Street entrance to the church, four of their number carrying the chair, which was draped with a damask banner, and decorated with material used in the process of weaving.

On the bridal party appearing they were received with an ovation, accompanied by showers of confetti, and conducted to the novel conveyance.

The procession then proceeded to the station attended by a joyous crowd, which gave the bride and groom a hearty send-off on their honeymoon trip.

 

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Death

M'GAREL -- September 17th. 1916, at 17 Glynn Road, Larne, Annie, eldest and dearly-beloved daughter of Archibald and Jennie M'Garel. Interred in M'Garel Cemetery, on Tuesday, the 19th.
Deeply regretted by Father, Mother, Sisters, and Brothers; one of the latter on active service,

For King And Country

JOSEPH'S CHOSEN FEW R.B.P. No. 47, LARNE.
AGNEW -- The Officers and Members of above Preceptory deeply regret the loss of our esteemed Brother Andrew Agnew, killed in action on 1st July, 1916.
JAMES CLARKE, W.M.; JOHN CARMICHAEL, Registrar.

In Memoriam

EARLS -- In fond and loving memory of dear Edna, who passed away on 18th September, 1913.
   Flown away on pinions golden,
      To that sunny clime above:
   Nestles now our precious treasure,
      In the arms of perfect love.
Inserted by her loving Father and Mother. 4 Thornlea Terrace.

JOHNSTON -- In loving memory of our son John, who departed this life on 19th September, 1915, and was interred in Crosshill Cemetery.
   The shock was hard, the blow severe
      To part with one we loved so dear;
   The trial is hard, we'll not complain,
      But hope to meet in Heaven again.
Still sadly missed by her sorrowing Father and Mother, Sister and Brothers. Ballygowan, Ballynure.

Thanks

Mrs. GETTINBY begs to tender her sincere thanks to the many friends who sent telegrams and letters of sympathy with her in her recent sad bereavement, and also to those who kindly sent flowers. Hoping this will be accepted by all.
CATHERINE GETTINBY. Main Street, Larne.

Missing Friends

DAVIDSON -- Information of the whereabouts of William Davidson, of Killucan, Westmeath, a carpenter, would be gratefully received by his mother, who resides at the above address.

DODDS -- Wanted to hear of William Ross Dodds. Last heard of in St. Louis, U.S.A., 18 months ago. Any information will be gratefully received by his sister, Miss Ross, 59c High Street, Forres, Morayshire, Scotland.

COLVILLE -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Thomas Colville, who left Belfast twelve years ago, and was last heard of at St. Marie, Ontario. Any information will be gratefully received by his brother, John Colville, 77 Donegall Pass, Belfast, Ireland.

FITZSIMMONS -- Wanted to hear of Miss Ruby Fitzsimmons, of Millisle, Co. Down, who left Belfast for Carlton St., Toronto, Canada. Please reply to Rifleman Hugh Graham, No. 17/383 D. Co. 9th R.I. Rifles, B.E. Force, France.

KEENAN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of John M. Keenan, who left Belfast almost seven years ago on board an American fruit boat. Last heard of as going to Alaska. Any information will be thankfully received by his wife Isabella Keenan, 29 Bridge End, Belfast, Ireland. American papers please copy.

SMYTH -- Wanted information regarding Robert Smyth, formerly of Carnmoney, County Antrim, last heard of at Nevada, U.S.A. Information thankfully received by Messrs. Potts & Houston, Ltd., 115 North Street, Belfast.

WEIR -- Wanted to hear of Charles G. Weir, who went to the United States in February, 1908, residing at Fall River Massachusetts for two years. He then moved to the Western States, and has written occasionally from Montana, Dakota, and Washington Territory. He was employed on cattle ranches in the States. Last heard of in Hope, North Dakota. Said he would probably go to Canada or New Mexico. Any information regarding him will be thankfully received by his mother, Sarah Weir, 87 Brookmount Street, Belfast, Ireland.

HILL -- The sisters of Mrs. Barbara Hill are anxious to know of her whereabouts. When last heard of 15 years ago she was living in San Francisco. Any information regarding her will be thankfully received hy her sister, Louisa Carpenter, 200 Mayo Street, off Springfield Road, Belfast.

CLARKE -- Information wanted as to the whereabouts of Matthew Clarke, 17 years of age, lately employed by a farmer in Canada; but left suddenly, and last heard of as being in the State of Minnesota, U.S.A. Any news of his whereabouts will he thankfully received by his father, Matthew Clarke, 10 Central Street, Belfast, Ireland. United States and Canadian papers please copy.

ALVIN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of any of the relations of James Alvin, who was born in Belfast or vicinity about sixty years ago, and died lately in California. About two years ago he left California to visit his old home, and on his return stated he had been in Belfast. Any information may be sent to Geo. I. Browne, 2 Carleton Street, Portadown, Ireland.

APPLEBY -- If Mrs. Appleby (maiden name Turner), of Belfast, who inquired in this column some time ago for information concerning her brother, John Turner, will write to him at 92 Garngad Hill, Town Head, Glasgow, he will be glad to hear from her.

WYLIE. -- Information as to the present address of Violet Wylie (aged 12), late Ballymaquillen, Aldergrove, Co. Antrim, will be thankfully received by Mrs. J. Gorman, Tully, Crumlin, Co. Antrim.

LEGHORN. -- The relatives of the late George Leghorn, of Derrylave, Co. Cavan, who died 1893, are sought by his only daughter, Lettie Leghorn, whose mother died six years ago There was a brother living at Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.A., and another believed to be at Portrush, last heard of about twenty years ago. Write to Miss L. Leghorn, 10 Victoria Terrace, Weymouth, England. Irish and American papers please copy.

WATSON -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Robert Watson, who left Dromore, Co. Down, 45 years ago for Pittsburg, Alleghenny, or his son Charles. Last heard of was a Baptist minister. Any information regarding them will be thankfully received by his only sister, Mrs. Kerr, Railway Street, Ballymena.

COUSINS, or ALLEN -- Relatives of James Cousins or DIANA ALLEN, formerly of Lurgan, are requested to communicate with Mrs. Sarah Amato (nee Cousins), at 75 Forge Street, Germiston, Glasgow.

IRWIN or HEWERDINE -- Wanted to know the address of Mrs. Irwin (maiden name Ellen Hewerdine), married in Drumcar, Co. Louth. Last seen at Summerhill, Dublin. Her sister would like to hear from her, or any of the family. Dublin papers please copy. -- Mrs. Norton, 17 Wellwood Street, off Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Ireland.

BRIGGS -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Hamilton Briggs, last heard of in 1904, when in the employment of Mr. J. Jellison, Denver, Colorado, U.S.A. Any information Mrs. Sarah Waterworth, 9 Kenilworth St., Belfast, Ireland.

BERTOGLIO -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Mrs. M. Bertoglio (nee Lilian Webb), last heard of at 1074 Union Street, San Francisco. Any information will be thankfully, received by her father, Richard Webb, 7 Valentine Street, Belfast, Ireland.

FITZSIMONS -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Francis Fitzsimons, late first-class stoker on the American Navy; last heard of six years ago in San Francisco. Any news of him will be thankfully received by his sister, Mrs. M' Millen, 7 Harper Street, Belfast. American papers please copy.

IRWIN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Mrs. Irwin (nee Ellen Hewerdine) last heard of when residing in Dublin. Any information would he gratefully received by her sister, Mrs. Annie Norton, 17 Wellwood St., Belfast.

MOORE -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Charles Alexander Moore, formerly of Malone Place, Belfast. Last heard of in Lemsford Hotel, village of Lemsford, Saskachewan, Canada. Any information will be thankfully received by his father, Thomas Moore, Beragh, Co. Tyrone, Ireland.

MURDOCK, H. -- Information wanted concerning her son, H. Murdock, formerly living in 167 Edmond Avenue, Paterson, N.J. Last letter from him on 2nd December, 1913. His mother, who resides at 8 Mossvale Street, Belfast, Ireland inquires. American papers please copy.

BROWN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Hugh Brown, who left Belfast eight years ago for Liverpool, and later is believed to have gone to Canada. His sister, Miss Matilda Brown, 23 South Parade, Ormeau Road, Belfast, Ireland, would be thankful for information.

M'LARNON. -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Henry M'Larnon, who left Ballymena about 30 years ago and settled in Manitoba, Canada. His mother, Mrs. Murray, Fair Hill Lane, Ballymena, would be glad to hear from him.

FINNIGAN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of John Finnigan, who over thirty years ago was a groom at Whiteabbey. Information will be gladly received by Mrs. Todd, 38 India Place, Edinburgh.

NICHOLL -- Will John Nicholl and Margaret Nicholl, last heard of about three years ago, when they were living at Pittsburgh, Penn., U.S.A., please communicate with their mother, Mrs. John Nicholl, Carninney, Ballymena.

HARPUR -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Joseph Harpur, formerly of Adavoyle, who left Belfast for America in the year 1881. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by his daughter, Jane, 36 James Street, off Shankill Road, Belfast, Treland.

BAXTER -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of James Baxter (painter by trade), last heard of at Great Falls, Montana, U.S.A., about two years ago. Well known in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Any information regarding him will be thankfully received by his father, John Baxter, 3 Hill Street, Lurgan, Co. Armagh, Ireland.

WHITE -- Wanted to hear of James White, late of 66 Agnes Street. Last heard of in 1903, when he was working in New Westminster, B.C. Information will be thankfully received by his sister Caroline. Address, Caroline White, 2 Brunel Street, off Agnes Street, Belfast, Ireland.

 

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Marriage

M'ALLISTER--FARMER -- September 23, 1916, at Sefton Park Presbyterian Church, Liverpool, by the Rev. A. Connell, M.A., B.D., Samuel Hill, second son of Robert M'Allister, Bay View, Larne Harbour, to Mary Rebecca, eldest daughter of the late Richard Maurice Farmer, of Aston Farm, Shiftal, Shropshire.

Death

CRAWFORD -- September 26, 1916, at his residence, 31 Mill Street, Larne, David W. Crawford, aged 73 years. Funeral to M'Garel Cemetery, Larne, this (Thursday), 28th inst., at 2 o'clock.

For King And Country.

BARRY -- Private David Barry, 669845, Canadian Mounted Rifles, died of wounds 21st September, 1916, at 3rd General Hospital, Sheffield, youngest son of Robert Barry, Bellahill.
   He little thought when leaving home
      That he would ne'er return;
   But now he lies in a lonely grave,
      And we are left to mourn.
   Sleep on, dear David, in a far-off grave,
      A grave we may never see;
   But as long as life and memory lasts
      We will remember thee.
Inserted by his Father, Sisters, and Brothers. Bellahill, Ballycarry.

Missing Relatives

CLARKE -- Information wanted as to the whereabouts of Matthew Clarke, 17 years of age, lately employed by a farmer in Canada; but left suddenly, and last heard of as being in the State of Minnesota, U.S.A. Any news of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by his father, Matthew Clarke, 10 Central Street, Belfast, Ireland. United States and Canadian papers please copy.

ALVIN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of any of the relations of James Alvin, who was born in Belfast or vicinity about sixty years ago, and died lately in California. About two years ago he left California to visit his old home, and on his return stated he had been in Belfast. Any information may be sent to Geo. I. Browne, 2 Carleton Street, Portadown, Ireland.

APPLEBY -- If Mrs. Appleby (maiden name Turner), of Belfast, who inquired in this column some time ago for information concerning her brother, John Turner, will write to him at 92 Garngad Hill, Town Head, Glasgow, he will be glad to hear from her.

WYLIE -- Information as to the present address of Violet Wylie (aged 12), late Ballymaquillen, Aldergrove, Co. Antrim, will be thankfully received by Mrs. J. Gorman, Tully, Crumlin, Co. Antrim.

LEGHORN -- The relatives of the late George Leghorn, of Derrylave, Co. Cavan, who died 1893, are sought by his only daughter, Lettie Leghorn, whose mother died six years ago There was a brother living at Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.A., and another believed to be at Portrush, last heard of about twenty years ago. Write to Miss L. Leghorn, 10 Victoria Terrace, Weymouth, England. Irish and American papers please copy.

WATSON -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Robert Watson, who left Dromore, Co. Down, 45 years ago for Pittsburg, Alleghenny, or his son Charles. Last heard of was Baptist minister. Any information regarding them will be thankfully received by his only sister, Mrs. Kerr, Railway Street, Ballymena.

COUSINS, or ALLEN -- Relatives of James Cousins or DIANA ALLEN, formerly of Lurgan, are requested to communicate with Mrs. Sarah Amato (nee Cousins), at 75 Forge Street, Germiston, Glasgow.

IRWIN or HEWERDINE. -- Wanted to know the address of Mrs. Irwin (maiden name Ellen Hewerdine), married in Drumcar, Co. Louth. Last seen at Summerhill, Dublin. Her sister would like to hear from her, or any of the family. Dublin papers please copy. -- Mrs. Norton, 17 Wellwood Street, off Great Victoria Street, Belfast, Ireland.

BRIGGS -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Hamilton Briggs, last heard of in 1904, when in the employment of Mr. J. Jellison, Denver, Colorado, U.S.A. Any information Mrs. Sarah Waterworth, 9 Kenilworth St., Belfast, Ireland.

BERTOGLIO -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Mrs. M. Bertoglio (nee Lilian Webb), last heard of at 1074 Union Street, San Francisco. Any information will be thankfully received by her father, Richard Webb, 7 Valentine Street, Belfast, Ireland.

FITZSIMONS -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Francis Fitzsimons, late first-class stoker on the American Navy; last heard of six years ago in San Francisco, Any news of him will be thankfully received by his sister, Mrs. M'Millen, 7 Harper Street, Belfast. American papers please copy.

IRWIN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Mrs. Irwin (nee Ellen Hewerdine) last heard of when residing in Dublin. Any information would be gratefully received by her sister, Mrs. Annie Norton, 17 Wellwood St., Belfast.

MOORE -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Charles Alexander Moore, formerly of Malone Place, Belfast. Last heard of in Lemsford Hotel, village of Lemsford, Saskachewan, Canada. Any information will be thankfully received by his father, Thomas Moore, Beragh, Co. Tyrone, Ireland.

MURDOCK, H. -- Information wanted concerning her son, H. Murdock, formerly living in 167 Edmond Avenue, Paterson, N.J. Last letter from him on 2nd December, 1913. His mother, who resides at 8 Mossvale Street, Belfast, Ireland inquires. American papers please copy.

BROWN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Hugh Brown, who left Belfast eight years ago for Liverpool, and later is believed to have gone to Canada. His sister, Miss Matilda Brown, 23 South Parade, Ormeau Road, Belfast, Ireland, would be thankful for information.

M'LARNON -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Henry M'Larnon, who left Ballymena about 30 years ago and settled in Manitoba, Canada. His mother, Mrs. Murray, Fair Hill Lane, Ballymena, would be glad to hear from him.

FINNIGAN -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of John Finnigan, who over thirty years ago was a groom at Whiteabbey. Information will be gladly received by Mrs. Todd, 38 India Place, Edinburgh.

NICHOLL -- Will John Nicholl and Margaret Nicholl, last heard of about three years ago, when they were living at Pittsburgh, Penn., U.S.A., please communicate with their mother, Mrs. John Nicholl, Carninney, Ballymena.

HARPUR -- Wanted to know the whereabouts of Joseph Harpur, formerly of Adavoyle, who left Belfast for America in the year 1881. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by his daughter Jane, 36 James Street, off Shankill Road, Belfast, Ireland.

BAXTER -- Wanted to know, the whereabouts of James Baxter (painter by trade), last heard of at Great Falls, Montana, U.S.A., about two years ago. Well known in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Any information regarding him will be thankfully received by his father, John Baxter, 3 Hill Street, Lurgan, Co. Armagh. Ireland.

WHITE -- Wanted to hear of James White, late of 66 Agnes Street. Last heard of in 1903, when he was working in New Westminster, B.C. Information will be thankfully received by his sister Caroline. Address, Caroline White, 2 Brunel Street, off Agnes Street, Belfast, Ireland.

LOGAN -- Australian soldier, invalided home from front, inquiring about Thomas Proctor and family, in the townland of Clonsacate Birches, Portadown. If the above-named would kindly communicate with Mr. Proctor, 8 Eccles Street, Belfast, he could get any information wanted.

O'CONNELL -- Information wanted by his father, Daniel O'Connell, Walker's Place, Derry, regarding whereabouts of his son James. When last heard of was employed with Brunner Mond & Co., Northwich.

Clippings

LARNE PETTY SESSIONS

ALLEGED LARCENY BY FARMER.

CRUELTY TO A PONY.

This bi-monthly court was held on Tuesday before Colonel M Neill, D.. (presiding): Dr. Charles Dundee, 4.P., Messrs. George Barton, J.P.: C. L. Macken, J.P.; Felix Mulvenna, J.P; Bernard M'Cafferty, J.P'.; and William Rankin. J.P. District- Inspector Moore and Mr. D. M. Wiles. C.P.S, were in attendance.

SHEEP DIPPING REGULATIONS.

Francis M'Cormick and James Kennedy, both of The Bay, Glenarm, were charged with a breach of the County Council regulations by exposing sheep for sale at Larne market without having a declaration of their having been dipped.

Constable Lord said that on September 14 he found the defendants exposing sheep for sale at the Larne market without having the statutory declaration. M'Cormick had 9 sheep and Kennedy 30.

Their Worships fined M'Cormick 2s 6d and Kennedy 5s, allowing 2s 3d extra costs in each case.

A PERSISTENT BEGGAR.

On the evidence of Contable Doherty, William Bell, who was described as a most persistent beggar, was sent to jail for one month with hard labour for begging in the public street.

THE COW'S FAULT.

Richard Gilchrist was charged by Sergeant M'Kenna, inspector under the Food and Drugs Act, with selling milk containing, as alleged, 5.55 per cent. of added water, and being deficient in animal fats to the extent of 30 per cent.

Prosecutor put in the analyst's certificate containing the percentages in the milk analysed, but stated quite fairly that he believed defendant's wife gave him the milk as it came from the cow, as she was coming in from milking, and the froth was still on the milk.

Dr. Dundee -- Can you prove there is 5 per cent. of added water?

Sergeant M'Kenna -- I prove nothing, but only put in the analyst's certificate.

Dr. Dundee -- And he can't prove it. He only gives it as his opinion.

Sergeant M'Kenna -- There is a recent decision in England when it was held that if nothing was added to or abstracted from the milk no offence is committed.

The Chairman said that the defendant would be given the benefit of the doubt, and the case would be dismissed.

CRUELTY TO A PONY.

Francis Magee was charged by Inspector Hobson, of the R.S.P.C.A., with ill-treating a pony by working it whilst in an unfit condition, and James M'Cambridge with causing the pony to be worked.

The inspector said that on 18th September he saw Magee driving the pony in a trap in Main Street. There was a large sore on its shoulder of red flesh, and some dried blood on the collar. The collar was not chambered, and had a hard leather surface, Magee said the pony was harassed when he got it, and the owner said it should not have been working and that it was negligence on the part of M'Cambridge.

In reply to the Bench Magee said the pony was yoked when he got it, and he, therefore, did not see any sore on it.

M'Cambridge said he was not aware there was a sore on the pony's shoulder, or it certainly would not have been sent out. The pony was green, just off the grass, and therefore very easily marked.

A fine of 5s was imposed against M'Cambridge, and the summons against Magee was withdrawn, One-third of the fine was awarded to the society.

IRREGULAR SCHOOL ATTENDANCE.

On the evidence of School-attendance Officer Hannah, attendance orders were made against Margaret M'Cambridge and Margaret Maxwell in respect of their children, and the following fines were also imposed:-- Samuel Campbell, 5s: Elizabeth Henry, 2s 6d; Daniel Macaulay, two fines of 2s; Archie Ferguson, two fines of 1s; James M'Keown, 1s and 2s 6d. One-third of the fines was awarded to the Urban School Attendance Committee.

ALLEGED LARCENY OF A WHIP.

(Heard by Messrs. George Barton, J.P. and C. L. Mackean, J.P.)

Samuel Gingles, Kilwaughter, was charged by Head-constable M'Hugh with the larceny of a whip of the value of under 5s, the property of David Luke, on 12th August.

Mr. J. Gordon Scott, solicitor, was for the defence.

David Luke said that on the evening of Saturday, 12th August, he was delivering bread on the Ballymena Road, and saw a spring cart, with Samuel Gingles in it, coming along. Witness went into a house, and hearing the boy in charge of the cart call out he came to the door and saw the head and shoulders of a man getting up on the bread cart, and taking the whip and running away. The boy ran after the man, but he got into the spring-cart and galloped away. When boy got back he said that it was Samuel Gingles, who had taken the whip. Witness saw Gingles in Larne on the next market day, and asked him to leave the whip back, but Gingles only laughed at him.

He would not pledge his oath that it was Samuel Gingles who took the whip, but there were only two men in the spring-cart, and Samuel Gingles was one of them.

George Lynass, the lad in charge of the bread cart, positively identified Samuel Gingles as the man who got up on the cart and took the whip. Witness ran after him and met a boy who said it was Samuel Gingles who ran off and then got into the spring cart.

A lad named Thomas Stewart deposed that he was walking up the Bally mena Road on the evening in question when he saw Samuel Gingles running up the road with a whip in his hand. He jumped into the spring-cart and galloped away. Two boys also came running up the road and asked him who it was that jumped into the spring-van, and he told them it was Samuel Gingles, Kilwaughter.

A man named Robert Ogilby deposed that was on the Ballymena Road about nine o'clock on the evening in question, and saw Samuel Gingles running up the road. Witness was not taking any particular heed, and did not know whether Gingles had a whip in his hand or not. The boy Lynass asked witness who it was who ran up the road and got into the spring-cart, and witness told him was Samuel Gingles.

This was the evidence for the prosecution. and on the question being put Gingles elected ba dealt with summarily, and pleaded not guilty.

For the defence, Samuel Buchanan, farmer, Ballyrickard, was called. He said he was in Larne with a horse and cart on 12th August, and going home he saw Samuel Gingles and James Gingles on the Ballymena Road. He was walking right behind the spring-cart, leading his own horse, at the time the whip taken. It was not Samuel Gingles who took the whip. He did not see either Luke or the boy Lynass. There were three men in the van.

To the Head-Constable -- Samuel, Joseph, and James Gingles were in the van, and it was one of the three took the whip, but not Samuel. He got in the van further on, and the whip was broken. All he said to the men was, "Anybody could do a thing like that."

Mr. Mackean, J.P. -- Was it not your duty as an honest man to see the stolen property given back?

James Gingles swore positively that it was not Samuel Gingles who took the whip. He never had his hand on it.

Mr. Scott said the whole thing was a practical joke.

Mr. Mackean, J.P., said that people ought to pay for their practical jokes. Was Mr. Scott's client prepared to pay 5s for a new whip?

Mr. Scott said that not for a moment would he countenance Samuel Gingles paying anything.

Mr. Barton, J.P., said that it would weigh considerably with him if the Gingles were prepared to pay Mr. Luke 5s for the loss of the whip, which was undoubtedly taken by some one of the three in the van and destroyed.

Mr. Scott said he would undertake that compensation should be paid Mr. Luke for the whip, and Buchanan joined in the undertaking.

On this understanding their Worships dismissed the case.

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A GLENARM ROBBERY.

ACCUSED COMMITTED FOR TRIAL.

At a special court of petty sessions, held in Glenarm Courthouse on Monday, before Mr. James Crawford, J.P. Patrick Hagan, alias William Bell, was charged with the larceny of four £5 notes, a £1 note, about 30s in silver, a purse, a pocket-knife, and a pair of trousers, from the dwelling-house of James Johnston, at Carrive, on 25th July last. Accused had been remanded from Larne, where he was arrested by Sergt. M'Kenna.

James Johnston deposed to the loss of the property, and to giving no person authority to remove same.

Isabella Wright, Magheramorne, deposed that defendant came to her house, and said that he had been in the Army -- that he was in the Irish Guards along with her husband, and had been discharged suffering from shell-shock. He had a number of £5 noten and other money with him. After changing the clothes he was wearing he took her little son to Ballycarry Post Office, where he lodged the money and sent the book back to her.

Samuel Morris deposed that defendant bought the suit he was wearing from him in the Larne Salerooms.

Edith Sloan, Elizabeth Hamill, Isaac Wright, Joseph Adams, and Sergt. Gordon having been examined, defendant was returned for trial to Ballymena Quarter Sessions.

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Larne casualties recently reported include the names of three men killed in action in the early part of the month -- viz., Sergeant Charles Bell and Pte. Thomas Brady, of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers, and Pte. Charles Agnew, of the Irish Guards. Bell was formerly employed at the Magheramorne Cement Works, and Brady and Agnew by Messrs. Henry M'Neill, Ltd. All three were "old boys" of the M'Kenna Memorial School under Mr. Thomas Clearkin, and members of the Larne Company of the National Volunteers.

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LARNE TOWN COURT

At this court on Tuesday, before Colonel M'Neill, D.L., and other magistrates, Wm. Bell, a well-known local character, was fined 10s and costs for drunkenness on the evidence of Constable M'Greevy.

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LARNE LICENCES.

POLICE OBJECTIONS TO RENEWAL.

The annual licensing sessions for the Larne petty sessional district were held at the Courthouse on Tuesday, when the magistrates in attendance were:-- Messrs. Felix Mulvenna (presiding), Charles Dundee, M.D.; George Barton C. L. Mackean, Bernard M'Cafferty, and William Rankin.

The greater number of the certificates were renewed without objection, there being only two police objections. Mr. James Tweed, solicitor, appeared for the Midland Railway Company (N.C.C.) in respect of the Laharna Hotel, and Mr. James Cowie, secretary and manager, was in attendance. Mr. H. H. Smiley, solicitor, appeared for Mr. Patrick Crawford and Messrs. Gilbey, Ltd.

A POLICE OBJECTION.

District-Inspector Moore objected to the renewal of the certificate to William Close, Mill Street, Larne, on the grounds that the applicant had been convicted of a breach of the licensing regulations during the year, that his house had been closed for three months by the competent military authority, and that the house had not been conducted in an orderly manner during the year.

Mr. J. K. Currie, solicitor, Ballymena, appeared with Mr. H. H. Smiley, Larne, to represent Close.

Sergeant Scott proved the service of the objection, and in reply to the district-inspector gave the result of his observations of Close's house during the past year. He said that after closing hours there were generally crowds of drunken men outside the house, and he had seen them go to houses opposite, and then seen Mr. Close come out of his house and go across to the other houses. On Monday mornings he had seen baskets of empty bottles carried from neighbouring houses into Close's house. At the back and side of the premises there were windows, without any glass in them, opening on to a gateway and to a waste strip of land, through which it was quite possible to hand out anything, and between the public-house and the house next door there was a low wall over which anything could be handed. During the year Close had been convicted of supplying drink to a person under the influence of drink. Since the order closing the premises for three months there had been a most marked improvement in the order of the district. The condition of the back premises rendered police supervision most difficult.

To Mr. Currie -- The premises as far as we knew, had been in the same condition for years, and no objections had been made by the police, but Close was not the owner so very long. Mr. Crawford had the premises as a lock-up shop previously. Close was their manager. Though he had had the premises under observation he had not brought a number of prosecutions. He would not say that no offences had been committed, but they were hard to prove. He had no power to search men out in the street, after leaving the premises, and he had been taunted and defied by a man carrying bottles of porter. During the year there had been two summonses against Close. One was dismissed by the magistrates, and on the other he was fined 5s.

Sergeant M'Kenna said that during the year he had seen a number of drunken men about these premises. He knew the windows and wall referred to by Sergeant Scott, and those conditions made the place very difficult of supervision.

To Mr. Currie -- He had nothing against Mr. Close's character. He was a witness in the one case against him, in which he had been fined 5s.

Sergeant Gordon corroborated the evidence of Sergeant Gordon corroborated the evidence. the other two sergeants.

Mr. Currie addressed the Bench in reply to the police objection. He said their Worships on the strength of one conviction and fine of 5s were asked to confiscate Close's property to the extent of £635. Already Close had been penalised, without trial or chance of defending himself to tne extent of three months profits, and yet there had only been two summonses against him, with the result that the magistrates dismissed one and marked their sense of the enormity of the other charge by a fine of five shillings! Was it fair that such an extreme course should now be urged because of suspicions in certain quarters -- suspicions that could not be formulated in a charge in open Court. As far as the condition of the premises in regard to police supervision were concerned, although his client was not bound to do so, yet he was quite willing to undertake not to reopen the premises until he had made the rear of the house to the satisfaction of the District-Inspector. Under those circumstances he confidently asked their Worships to renew the certificate.

The magistrates retired to consider their decision, and on their return the Chairman said that they had unanimously decided to renew the certificate on the undertaking given by Mr. Currie.

The District-Inspector said he was quite satisfied with the undertaking.

ANOTHER OBJECTION.

On similar grounds to the last case District-Inspector Moore objected to the renewal of the certificate of Mrs. Booth, Mill Street, Larne.

Sergeant M'Kenna having given evidence as to a conviction, Mr. James Tweed, who appeared for the applicant, said his client wanted to get rid of the premises, and she had received an offer. A sale was probable within the next ten days, and the premises would certainly he sold.

The district-inspector said he did not desire to depreciate the value of Mrs. Booth's interest in the premises, and he would be quite satisfied if they were sold to some more experienced person.

The magistrates granted a renewal of the certificate on the condition that the premises were to be sold.

 

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