“A very successful Christmas party was held in connection with this branch of the C.E.T.S. on Boxing Night, in the Charleon National Schools, which has been tastefully decorated with flags and evergreens for the occasion. The object of the gathering was counter-attraction to the public-houses, by a long, varied, and cheap entertainment. A single ticket of admision cost ninepence; a family ticket could be purchased for sixpence each person. The proceedings commenced at 5:30 with a substantial tea, after which the guests were conducted into another room, where a magic lantern was exhibited. A Christmas Tree sale of good, low-priced clothing, etc. which had been kindly contributed by ladies interested in the parish, was much appreciated; and a galvanic battery and fine arts exhibition were sources of much enjoyment. A stall of cheap refreshments, which had also been kindly provided by friends, was open during the evening. The attendance was much larger than was anticipated, 412 having been present at tea; but, owing to the ready assistance of many friends, no confusion took place. The proceeds of the tree and tickets more than covered all the expenses, and a great deal of innocent pleasure was iven to many in whose lives such hours rarely come.”