XMAS CRYPTIC

12345678910111213141516
Across
  1. 2. Republican among dead killed in battle
  2. 4. A style that has the workers buzzing
  3. 8. Towel a pro used for pool sport
  4. 10. Break a leg, perhaps
  5. 11. Neigh sayer
  6. 14. He should be able to identify any salt compound
  7. 15. One who is keen on nursery items
  8. 16. Maker of cases
Down
  1. 1. Successful businessman
  2. 3. Statesman, outspoken liberal holding office
  3. 5. Diva's workplace
  4. 6. Vital help when in serious difficulty
  5. 7. Father of father or mother
  6. 9. Speak under pressure, in golf club
  7. 12. 'Green Eggs and Ham' kid
  8. 13. Auto whose engine is apt to purr