The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

BARMOUTH Visitors.—The Bishop of Worcester and Lady Barbara Yeatmnn-Biggs are at present staying at Osborne House, Marine-terrace, with Mrs Brozier. Motoring. — Mr D E Davies, 6, St Ann's- square, accompanied by Messrs G E Owen, W H Pyemont, and E M Mobley, travelled to Beeston. Nottinghamshire, on Wednesday of last week, to fetch a new up-to-date 35 h p •motor car, buUt by the Humbor Co., which Mr Davies procured for show and trial runs for the benefit of intending purchasers. Whilst on the return journey, they stayed the night at Shrewsbury, and were entertained at a banquet "bich was being given at the George Hotel on the eve of St David's day in honour of the Shropshire Welsh. The banquet was presided over by the Mayor (Mr Tom Corbett), who was supported by several influential gentlemen, including the member for Arvon (Mr William Jones, M.P.) The journey home was an enjoy- able one, the weather being all that could. be desired. The car is much admired by motorists in the district. J-a Main Road.—The work of repairing the main road within the district is now being proceeded with under the supervision of the Urban Coun- cil's surveyor. Scholastic.—One of the pupils of the County School (Miss Hannah Davies, Minffbrdd), has passed the London matriculation examination. Temperance.—Mr D 0 Hughes, Mount Pleasant, presided over the weekly temperance meeting held at Siloam Chapel on Sunday and addresses were delivered by Councillor John Morgan, Ballymacora Mr William Owen, Kimberley House and the President. Off to the Canaries—The Rev Gwynoro Davies, who is now convalescent, accompanied by Dr J 0 Williams, left on Tuesday afternoon for Liverpool and Bailed on the s.s. "Ardiola" on Thureday for a three weeks' visit to the Canary Islands. Concert.—The annual concert in aid of the Park-road C. M, Chapel was held on Thursday evening at the Pavilion and was presided over by Mr Hugh Evans, Penmount. Part was taken in the programme by Miss Egan, Cefn- tnawr; Mrs Edwin Jones, Minydon Misses Winnie Ll and Annie William, Marine House; Mr David Ellis, Cefnmawr IMr Moses Roberts, Central Stores Mr W Jones, Tany- grisiau Barmouth Glee Party under the con- ductorship of Mr D 0 Hughes, and the Park- road Glee Party. The duties of accompanists were efficiently discharged by Mrs Edwin Jones and Miss Rath, Glanydon. County School.—At a meeting of the County School Literary and Debating Society held oa Thursday evening, a paper was read by Mr A J Hewins, Garreglwyd, on What is a pic- ture,?" A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the lecturer on the motion of Mr G Jackson, seconded by Mr Rhys Pugh Lloyd Griffith. Lecture.—On Tuesday evening, under the presidency of the Rev W Glandwr Morgan, a lecture which was much appreciated was delivered at the English Congregational Chapel by the Rev Hugh Ellis, secretary to the Religious Tract Society, on the work of the I Religious Tract Society in China. The lectu e Was illustrated by lantern slides which were shown by the Rev Morgan W Griffith, B.A. Part was also taken in the meeting by the Revs • Garret Roberts, Edwin Jones, and Z Mather Election.—The following have been nominated as candidates for election to fill five seats on the Urban Council, viz :—Messrs H Wynne Williams, Glanytraeth Evan Richards, Bwlch House David Ellis Davies, 6, St Ann's Morris Jones, Walsall House; W 0 Gale, Marine Gardens Henry Freeman, Glanmeon C A Mendham, Mount Argus Owen Williams, Aelydou John Adams, Llys Meirion Rhys Jones, Glanymor Francis Morris, St Ann's; Dr J Pngh Jones, John Richards, 6, Porkington- terraoe Walter LI Jones, Victoria Buildings and Owen l'arry, Kimberley House. The last day for withdrawal is Tuesday next, but at present there is every indication that a contest will take place. Football.—Mr J Llewelyn Davies, 6, St Ann's- square, has been presented by the members of the committee managing the affairs of tie Barmouth Rovers Football Club, with a silver matchbox, in commemoration of his year's captaincy of the club. Obituary.—At the age of seventy-seven tin; I death took place at Dolgeiley Workhouse on ¡ Sunday of Mr Griffith Williams, Graigtaci. Deceased spsnt the major part of his life at sea, in the Navy, and went through the Crimen) war. He was always delighted at having an opportunity to relate his adventures and miraculous escapes in all parts of the glob". and much sympathy is extended to his on'y sister (Miss Miry Williams). Through the kindness of several friends, his remaius we brought over from Dolgeiley and interred according to a desire expressed by the decease 1. in Llanaber churchyard on Tuesday, when the I Rev D E Evans, B.A., officiated. COUNTY SCHOOL GOVERNORS,"Monday. —Present Mr John Davies, chairman Mr Lewis Lewis, Mrs Charles Edwards, Llanbedr Messrs Martin Williams, John Morgan, J R Jones, William Wynnp., Edward Williams, Lewis Jones, Hugi WiIliame, fthe Rev Z Mather, and Mr E D Jones, M.A., (headmaster), and Richard Llewelyn Owen, clerk. J Reports^—Reports were reau by the Clerk. The General Purposes Committee reported th I the advisability of appointing a practical man I to assist in the woodworking room had been considered and it had been resolved that the Headmaster should see Mr Thomas, the. sicience master, to ascertain whether the 'latter would not consent to give an addition*! hour and forty minutes instruction in the Woodworking room once a week so as to enable the boys of the two lower forms to receive instruction in woodwork once a week and not once a fortnight as at present. Mr Lewis Lewis reported that a Committee had met Mr Thomas and he had consented to give the additional instruction until July and if in the TReanwhile he found that he had not sufficient time to continue the extra weeks, he woul i give notice to that eff et to "the Governors. The Committee had decided to give Mr Thomas f4 for the extra work up to July.— Air Hugh Evans remarked that Mr Thomas was an excellent man. He had visited the workshop lately and at times was surprised as to the ability of Mr Thomas.—The Chair man read a letter from Mr Thomas saying that he had attended classes in Sweden and had fully qualified himself to the satisfaction of the Board of Education to give instruction in woodwork. His certificates were the most valuable that can be obtained. The Governors expraseed themselves perfectly satisfied witn I the work that Mr Thomas was doing and with his qualifications.—Mr John Morgan explained that the Committee had not for a moment doubted the abilities of Mr Thomas, nor his efficency. Financial.—The Finance Committee reported a balance in hand on the maintenance account of £161 16s. 6d. A letter was read from the managers of North and South Wales Bank reminding the Governors that 'he time allowed them to make arrangements with regard to building account had lapsed and would be glad to know what arrangement they proposed to inake.—The Clerk said the Governors hoped to be in a position to reduce the overdraft by £100 before the end of the year. Appointment.—Miss Gittirgs, Newtown, Wrote accepting the appointment as assistant mistress at a salary of £100 per annum. Grants.—The Clerk reported that the school had earned a grant from the Central Welsh Board of £150 and that the Board of Educ- ation allowed a grant of JE14 in respect of two pupil teachers.

LLANBHDR Parish Meeting.-—Mr John Griffith pre- sided at the Parish meeting on Saturday night. Ten were nominated for seven seats on the Parish Council. The voting tyas as followsRichard Griffith, Post Office, 27; Griffith Jones, Werngron, 26; Mlis Jones, Crafnant, 25; P Luke Jones, junior, 25; Matthew Owen, 24; Edmund Williams, 20; Griffith Thomas, shoemaker, 14; Evan R Owen, Tyma.wr. 12. Parish Council.—The following have been returned unopposed on the Parish Council:—Messrs Robert Richards, Rob- ert Williams, Griffith Thomas, Lewis ^ewis, .John Jones. Thomas Humphreys. and K R Owen.

PEXRHYNDEUD! A BTH Parish Council. — At a Parish meeting On Saturday night, Mr J Bennet Jones Presiding, the following were out of 22 ^andidates elected to the fifteen seats on We Paj-jsh Council:—Messrs Pritchar'd, ^rithywernydd, who received 62 votes jonos. 59; Thomas Morgan, 56; R. 'Hiams, Minffordd. 50: Dr .Jones. 49; J. Parry Jones, 49; Dr Hughes, 49; W S fierce, 45; Win Owen, 44; Joseph Hnm- Wirevs. 42; W Godfiev Williams, 42; W rV Will iams, 35; David Jones, AGlan 29; Rees Jones, 28; Owen Jones. Seven aro new members. 1

COUNTY COUNCIL CONTESTS. ——— SOUTH CARNARVONSHIRE. The Conservatives won a number of seats in Carnarvonshire, but the Liberals still retain r; substantial majority. The losses were practi- cally confined to the northern part of the county. Lleyn and Eifionydd remained true ta Liberalism except in two cases. Those wure Abersoch and Llanbedrog, but the letter seat was won by an Independent. The Abereoc loss has been made up by the defeat of the Conservative sitting member at Llanaelhaiarn. PORTMADOC. At Portmadoc it was generally expected that Mr Purnell, the Conservative candidate, woul 1 be well beaten, but the largeness of the majoritv i-xceeded the most sanguine expectations. That there was a strong Liberal tide was shown b: the marked preference for Liberal carriages. Patrons for the Tory conveyances were at a discount, even the motor car failing to draw The total poll was 363, which having regard to much illness was not far short of the possible. The returning officer (Mr Thomas Jones) an- nounced the result in about half-an-hour after the close of the poll. It was as follows Mr J Jones Morris, 288 (Lib. Bittingjmember). Mr R J Purnell 71 Liberal majority 217 There were four spoilt votes. Mr Jone* Morris afterward spoke from the window of the Liberal Club. LLANYSTUMDWY. The contest which was generally regarded as the most interesting in the county was that ar LlaDystumdwy. Neither party was ready to prophecy success, being agreed that it would be a stiff fight. Twelve years ago, when Sir Hugh beat Mr George by eight votes, there was a lack of carriages with the Liberal party, but there was no need for complaint this time, the conveyances including the motor car of Mr Osmond Williams, M.P, Practically all avail- able voters were brought to the polling booth. Mr W Morris Jones, Portmadoc. the returning officer, announced the result as follows Mr William George (L.) 277 Sir H J Ellis Nanney (0.) 198 Liberal maioritv 79 The seat was formerly held by Mr W Prit- chard (Liberal). CRICCIETH. No fears as to the Liberal prospects were entertained here. Result Mr J T Jones, 206 (Lib. sitting member). Mr T G Williams (C.) 100 Liberal maioritv 106 t The returning officer was Mr H 0 Parry, solicitor. BEDDGELERT. The appearance of Mr Cadwaladr Humph- reys as an Independent Liberal in no way affected the sitting member's position and he is congratulated all round on his handsome vic- tory. Result Mr William Pierce, 202 (Lib. sitting member), Captain Higson (C.) 82 Mr C Humphreys (Indep. L.) 25 I Liberal maioritv 120 Mr Thomas Roberts, solicitor, Portmadoc, was the returning officer. PENMORFA. A win for the Liberals here was generally expected. Mr John Humphreys, solicitor, Portmadoc, was returning officer. Result :— Mr Owen R Hughes (L.) 208 Mr C J Lloyd Priestley (C.) 132 Liberal majority 76 1 t Mr R 0 Williams (Liberal) was former I member. ABERERCH. j It was all along feared that Cclonel Evans Broom Hall, would win this seat. Result :— Colonel Evans (C.) 273 Mr R Parry, 176 (Lib. sitting member). Mr Evan R Davies was returning officer. Conservative majority 97 LLANBEDROG. Here Mr T E Griffith (Beren), a Liberal, wa the former member. A close fight was ex- pected, but the general view was that Mr Yal; would win. Result Mr G Yale (Ind.) 244 Dr Gwencgryn Evans (L.) 209 Independent majority 35 BOTTWNOG. Dr Thomas, sitting member (Liberal), beat Mr Griffith Owen (Conservative), with a majority of thirty. LLANAELHAIARN. The Liberals here won a seat. Result :— Mr D H Davies (L.) 243 (eit,ting member). Mr A H Wheeler, (C.) 228 Liberal majority 15 ABERSOCH. Rev Rheidol Roberts, 199 (Lib. sitting member. W Thomas (C.) 181 Liberal majority 18

MERIONETH. There were only six contests in Merioneth and the Liberals retained five seats, the ex- ception being Dolgeiley. LLANFROTHEN. What was predicted to be a close fight proved an easy win. The returning officer was Mr J Holl, Portmadoc, who was assisted by Mr R Llewelyn Evans. Result HH jyir ivi jvenow, iz* (Lib. sitting member). Mr E Bowen Jones (C.) 62 62 TALSARNAU. Here it was expected that Mr Owen, the sittiuc member, would win easily. Figures: — Mr John Owen (L.) 127 R J Morris (C.) 74 Liberal majority 53 1 Mr Edwards, Dolgeiley, was returning officer. TRAWSFYNYDD. Two Liberals fought here. Result I W Jones WilliamB 74 D Tegid JoneB 65 Liberal majority 9 LUNSANTFREAD. I Richard Roberts (L.) 122 E 0 V Lloyd (C.) 65 Liberal majority 77 DOLGELLEY. i,ieut. Col. (,, F Scott (C.) 177 The Rev W Parry Haws (L.) 125 Majority -_u 52 TOWYN. Mr J Maethlon James (L.) 285 Mr J D Latimer (C.) 138 Liberal majority 147

CORWEN Church Defence League.—A meeting of the Church Defence League was held at the Assembly Rooms on Tuesday evening, which was well attended. Speeches were delivered by Mr E 0 V Lloyd, Rhagatb, chairman ex- Alderman Phillips, London and the Rev T D James in Welsh. Football.—Corwen played Ruabon at Rua. bon on Saturday last. The home team won by four goals to one.The, team which will represent Corwen in the Wrexham and Dis- trict League Match, on Dee Park, on Satur- day next, against Johnstown Amateurs, is as follows :-Goal: R E Jones backs J Thomas and D Evans half backs L E Rees, H Jones and S Davies; forwards: T Hughes, J H Lloyd, J E Edwards, R Thomas and E E Peake. Meetings. On Wcdnesdav the Noncon- formist ladies of Edeyrnon held their annual thanksgiving meetings at the Baptist and Methodist chapels. The meetings took the form of prayer meetings, and were very well attended. The evening prayer meeting, which was held at the C. M. chapel, was open to both sexes and was also well attended. Personal.—The Rev J Abel, late curate at Corwen, has taken up the duties of curate at Wimblebury, Cheshire, and the vacancy at Corwen has'been filled by the Rev C Lewis, of Lampeter College, The New Parish Council.-The following gentlemen were appointed parish councillors for the parish of Corwen for the next three years, on Saturday last:-Messrs L Lloyd John, solicitor S Jones, Bridge-street; W 0 Williams, The Stores; J Williams, chemist; J Davies Hughes, Bristol House T Griffith, Ivy House H Morris, Cesail-y-berwyn Thos. 0 Pritchard, Druid Hugh Roberts, Plasadda Thomas Evans, Aber View, Corwen Thos. Jones, The Gate, Carrog; J Lloyd, Glandy- ffyn, Glyndyfrdwy Ed. Richards, Tytan- dderwen John R Roberts, Penyrallt; Amos Williams, Blue Bell, Carrog. Mr W 0 Wil- liams, The Stores, has withdrawn as he had, previous to the meeting on Saturday, refused to be nominated as a candidate. Confirmation.-A confirmation service was held at Corwen Parish Church on Tuesday afternoon by the Bishop of St. Asaph. There was a large number of candidates. PARISH COUNCIL, Friday, March 1st.— Present: Mr Thos. Jones (chairman), Messrs H Jones, D Davies, John Jones (Carrog), Lloyd John, Sam Jones, John Williams, T Griffiths, J Davies Hughes. and Mr Salisbury Roberts. Miscellaneous. — A vote ot thanks was passed to Mr John Francis of Wrexham who had written offering a present of books.—A letter was read from the Clerk of Llansant- ffraid Council about a bridge over a stream under Vedw, which was in a bad state, and asking the Corwen Council to appoint a depu- tation to meet a deputation of their Counci' with a view of repairing it, both Councils shire the cost. Messrs Amos Williams and David Davies were appoirted. A Serious Complaint.—Mr Thomas Jones, chairman, said that previous to the meeting that night he had called upon Miss Evans, the assistant overseer, who told him that she had over X4,00 of the rates out, the amount being larger than ever.—Mr John Williams said that he owed some rates and he would pay as soon as possible. The Chairman: I am glad that the Parish Council has done something towards getting the rates in. Roads Committee.—The Roads Committee deputation stated that they had appeared be- fore the District Council regarding the road past Brongraig and the one past the Union, but they had not had an official reply yet. They were given a good hearing.—A member asked the Clerk if he had heard anything with regard to the mountain paths.—The Clerk stated that he had read a letter from Mr Wynn's agent at the last meeting refus- ing to open the mountain paths. He had not heard from Mr Foulkes Jones, but he ex- pected to hear before the next meeting. A Dangerous Place.—Mr David Davies said his attention had been called to a dangerous place on the Penybryn-road, where children were liable to fall over into the Crown-yard near Gwalia Cottages. There was no fence.- Mr John Williams said he owned that pro- perty. There was a bit of a dispute about the place between him and Mr David Jones of the Crown. He would put some kind of a fence there if wanted, but he would see first.

BLAENAU FESTINIOG URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL, Friday, night, March 2nd.—Present: Atr E. M. Owen, chairman: Mr David Williams, vice-chairman: Dr Evans, Messrs John Hughes, W. Jones, W. D. Jones, H. Lloyd, W. Evans, Richard Roberts, W. J. Rowlands. Richard Jones. Lewis Richards, H. H. Roberts. E Lloyd Powell. Evan Jones, J. Lloyd Jones (junior); Cadwaladr Roberts. J. Lloyd j Jones (senior); Owen Jones, Winiam j Owen, R. O. Davies, clerk; Evan Rob- erts, assistant clerk; W. E. Aihwen Wihif.ms, surveyor axul engineer; George Davies, sanitary inspector; and Dr Jones, medical officer. A Petition. A petition having been received in re- ference to a proposed wooden structure at Bowydd-view, consideration of the petition was deferred. A Boat. It \v:*s announced that the Angling Association were ready to provide a boat on Morwynion Lake subject to the Coun- cil making a suita.ble shelter. Steps with a viov to acceptance of the offer were taken. Scavenging. It was agreed to invite tenders for scavenging work for the ensuing year. Instructions to request the proper provision of receptacles at eighty-three houses reported by t-he Inspector were given. It was also passed that scaven- ging should be performed at least once a week in future. Llvn Tafarn Trio. The Surveyor was asked to inquire into a reported overflow into the road from this place. Proposed Sewer. On the recommendation of the Health Committee, it was agreed not to pro- ceed with the sewer at Penlan until the owners had acquired land for sanitary conveniences- A Complaint. The Surveyor was directed to report in*reference to a complaint about the oil factory cf Messrs M. Evan.s and Co. Dilapidated House. Notice to safeguard a reported dan- gerous house at Cliurch-street was or- dered to be served. Pantllw\\l Property. The Health Committpe recommen ded that Mr W. LI. Roberts be notified of the intention to take legal proceedings for the due performance of sanitary work at this property.—This was agreed to. No Quorum. Mr C. Roberts took exception to the passing of the Libraries Committee's re- port inasmuch as there were but five members present and the quorum was seven.—Mr Powell, the chairman, said this was the first meeting for three months. There was nothing important in the report and the Committee had a doped reports Hinder like circumstances Before.-—ilr C. Roberts said that was no reason why they should be irregular again.—The report was adopted. A Question of Attendance. Mr Owen Jones asked if those members reported as present at the Finance Com- mittee were actually present?—Mr Powell said he was not present at the Committee, but he was at the Council Chamber in his capacity of scrutineer some time before.—The Chairman: Do you expect to be recorded as present?— Mr Powell You may do as you like. (Laughter.) The Clerk said Mr Powell was in the room when he started taking down the names of those present.- Mr. J. Lloyd Jones, senior, said Mr W. Evans waited until there was a quorum before leaving, but Mr Powell had gone sometime before.—Mr Powell's name was deleted. The Libraries. It was announced that 3,746 books had been issued from the Central Library during the past three months and 137 at LIan branch, an increase of 144 in the former, and of seven in the latter. A vote of thanks to several donors of books was passed. New Compensation Act. It was agreed to ask for tenders for the insurance of the Council s workmen tinder the new Act. Health of the District. The Medical Officer's report for Janu- ary showed twenty-six births, twenty- two deaths and a dea.th rate of 22-6. Dr Jones said the infant mortality was ab- normally high. Two died from prema- ture birth, two from false croup, and four from either gastritis, malnutrition, suffocation, or capillary bronchitis. One death was due to whooping cough. He was glad to say that this epidemic had now practically spent itself.—In answer to Mr Richard Jones, Dr Jones said some of the infants had died from disea- ses classified as preventibie and he was glad Mr Richard Jones had raised the point.— The Inspector reported the noti- fication during the month or four cases of diphtheria, one scarlet fever, two erysipelas, and one croups. The latter proved fatal. January Rainfall. The Surveyor reported it was 6.64 inches, a decrease of 5.7 inches on the preceding January. The depth of water in the La.ke. viz., ten feet six inches, was only three inches less. Llan Water Improvement. The Surveyor estimated that this im- provement would cost R280. He sug- gested that inquiry should be made whether the Great Western Railway Company was liable for the cost of repair of m-ains through the Station Yard which was an important item. The Clerk was asjked to inquire. LIan as a Holiday Resort. A committee reported having declined for the present to put an advertisement of Festiniog in a tourist guide.—Mr Richard Roberts, who was informed that tho cost would be two guineas, was asked whether he moved an a.mendment. On his replying "X 0," Mr Evan Jones re- marked "Election cry," (Laughter.) Mr Owen Jones thought it was time for IIan to do something for itself. The Council bad taken one bbrden off its shoulders.. Did it expect the Council to take up all its burdens? The in- habitants oliglit to seriously move in the direction of I JAan to the front nga holiday, resort and in other direc- tions. -Mr Rvan Jones said a strong xwmitiee had been appointed to do something before the siiinnier.The A, Chairman agreed that Llan was not do- ing what it could do.—Mr John Hughes said as a fact Llan did take up burdens independently of the Council, but Blaenau did nothing apart. It relied entirely on the rates.—Mr Owen Jones: What have you ever done at Llan?—Mr Hughes replied that they had provided piubliic seats, also wire fences in perilous [A'aces of interest in the locality. Financial. The Clerk reported that £1,071 had been collected in rates, rentals, etc., during the month and that the arrears totalled £ 1,078. There was a balance in the Bank of L903 to meet JB885 in ac- counts due that day. (Hear, hear.) He then detailed the expenditure of the past financial year and amid applause an- nounced that the Council had kept over £100 within the estimates. Mr W. Owen drew attention to the ar- rears in water rents which were much more pironounced than last year.—The CTerk agreed that the water arrears were worse than ever before.—Mr 0. Roberts protested against certain statements, which lie said were inaccurate, made by a candidate for a seat on the Council in reference to arrears in rates by some of the quarries. Having stated that there was only L800 due from the quarries a month ago and that all excepting two small quarries had now paid, Ir. Rob- erts said quarries ought to be allowed the same privilege as ordinary ratepay- ers. The finanical year did not end until March 25th.—Mr J. Hughes: Have ratepayers the right to delay; payment Until March 25th?—Mr W. Owen: Pay- ment is due immediately the demand note is served.—Mr Hugh Lloyd pro- posed that the Committee appointed to revise the system governing the levy of water rentals should be convened forthwith and this was agreed to. In Disrepair. A petition about the condition of the road from Talybont to Tanybwlch was referred to the Roads Committee. For the New Council. An invitation to join the Urban Dis- trict Councils' Association was, on the proposition of Mr C. Roberts, referred to the new Council. Proposed Rifle Club. The C ierlc said Captain Drage, Cric- cieth, assistant secretary tor North Wales to the Miniature Rifle Ciubs As- sociation, had asked for the use of the Town Ha!i for the purpose of holding a public meeting with the object of estab- lishing a rifle club in Blaenau, and also expressed the hope that the Chairman of the Council could see his way to preside at the meeting.—Mr Cadwaiadr Roberts proposed that permission should be given. —Mr J. Hughes, having regard to the difference ot opinion on this question, thought the Council should refuse the application and proposed this.—The vice-Charman seconded.—Mr J. Lloyd Jones, senior, seconding Mr Roberts, said it was necessary to have somebody to defend the country. The Clerk said the Miniature Rifle Club movement was a purely national movement.—Mr Will. Owen said Captain Drage had not men- tioned the matter to him, but he might say that the movement had nothing to do with the volunteer movement. The Board of Mlucation had al'owed the use of the rifle to be included in the syilalws of certain schools and it was possible that this would became general. Clubs such as advocated by Captain Drage had al- ready been formed at Portmadoc and Criccieth.—Mr Hugh L'oyd thought the Hall should be let on payment. The 'III Quarrymen's Union, which was a more reserving organisation had to pay.-Mr. J. Hfughes: The object of the meeting is to form a club, the members of which are to be trained in the use of weapons to kill each other. (Laughter.) Those who believed in peace, he added, should refuse their support to all movements of this kind. He was glad to think that efforts to promote volunteer corps in the dis- trict had failed. He must say he was surprised to find this proposal being sup- ported by one who used to be so evan- gelioal. (Laughter.)—Mr. O. Roberts: I did not know before that Mr. Hughes was here as the representative of the churches. I am here as the representa- tive of the ratepayers generally.—The Clerk then explained that the meeting was to be convened to discuss the advis- ability of forming a. club. Giving the use of the hall did not necessarily mean endorsing the movement. He had no doubt that the promoters or the meeting would be glad to have the views of Mr. Hughes and the Vic-Chairman on the question. The interpretation put; if the Council refused leave to ventilate the I subject, would be that they were narrow- minded.—Mr. W. Owen said the Hall was given free twice during the war and he incidentally remarked that the district subscribed JB450 to charitable work in con- nection with the war.—Mr. Hugh Lloyd said u ii fort unatelys it was necessary to have persons trained in the use of fire- arms. but he did not see the force of giv- ing the Hall free when more deserving causes had been refused.—On a division, Mr. C. Roberts's proposition was carried by thirteen votes to six. At Last. The Clerk said the long-expected letter from the Local Government Board in re- ference to the amended sewerage scheme for the central part of the district had been received on the previous day. They would remember that he a.sked Mr. Wil- liams. the vice-chairman, at the last meeting not to go on with a motion to bring pressure on the Board. He made the request because of negotiations then pending which he felt sure would have the desired effect. The Board now wrote stating that they had decided to accpet ( the scheme on the understanding that it was to be regarded as to a great extent experimental and that the Council would be prepared to carry out further works in the fiiture should this be found neces- sary. Formal sanction would be sent on copy of a resolution requesting sanc- tion being received from the Council. The Board also asked for the amended plans. He did not understand the latter request, for the plans had been sent many months ago.—It was stated that the amount asked for was £ 7,498.—Mr Owen Jones: Will that be enotugh?—The Clerk: I am afraid not. He added that there were certain comparatively small items found necessary since the original application was made which lie should have liked in- eluding, but fearing that this might mean more delay, he had refrained from doing so. Delay for a few more months would complicate the Council's financial positon.—It was agreed to apply for sanc- tion to the £ 7,498, and to open negotia- tions with the Puh'ic Works Loan Board for the loan forthwith. List of Attendances. The Clerk said the attendances at Councils and Committees registered dur- ing the past three years was as folloii-s:- J. Cadwaladr 202 out of 306 possible Dr Evans 22 226 W. Brans 130 234 J. Hughes 92 233 Evan Jones 140 280 Hugh Jones 156 249 J. LI. Jones (sen.) 223 293 J. LI. Jones (jun.) 131 239 Owen Jones 139 297 Richard1 Jones 158 259 Wi'liam Jones 164 258 W. D. Jones 156 242 H. Lloyd 142 257 E. M. Owen 202 316 William Owen 182 294 E. LI. Powell 256 273 L Richards 125 225 CI Roberts 249 284 H. Roberts -23 213 H. H. Roberts 48 n 235 Richard Roberts 112 269 W. J. Rowlands 178 258 David Williams 197 278 Applause marked the reading of the re- cords of Mr Lloyd Powell and Mr Cad- waladr Roberts.

The Marquess and Marchioness of Lon- donderry ntend going to Mount Stewart, co. Down, towards the end of this month.

PORTMADOC. WOMAlW98 HIGHT May not be distinctly understood by all, bat undonbtedlv the right Polish for you ie the QUICKSHINE POLISH As it imparts a most brilliant lustre to Fnrnhnre, Oilcloth, Linoleum, Leather Goods, and all Polished Articles, as well as Silver, Electro Plate, &c. Sold in Bottles, Id, 2M, 4id. j809 Sole Manufacturers—THE QUICKSHTNE POLISH CO.. PORTMADOC, N. WALES !———— ARTIFICIAL TEETH, on Vulcanite, Dental Alloy, and Gold. Fines Quality. All Prices. MR. WILLIAMS, Garmon House, Glan-y-Pwll, B1. Festiniog. LLA55S!S'i"^SSrCTdaS? a°,d *aIr Days' 1 Pfiris House. fetation road. PEJNRHYN2 onoTM AnnT!Thursday, at Mrs Robe ts, Market-square (opposite Griffin Hotel), 2 to c vioTiTXTT^ Friday. Air Hughes, photographer (opposite New Post Office), 11 to 5. FESTINIOG 2nd and 4th Saturday, Mr R E Jones. Bryn House, 3 to 6. TRAWS FYNYDD 1st and 3rd Saturday, Mr M W Morris, Draper, Clifton House, 3 to 6. e2 DAVID HUGHES, ABERDOVEY. Ladies and Gentlemen's Tailor. Liveries and Breeches Maker. Ladies Costumes a Speciality. Customers waited upon at their own Residences. ^299 k:'<?;.i R. LEWIS, COACH BUILDER, WHEELWRIGHT, ETC, DOLGELLEY VEHICLES of all kinds built to Order. RUBBER TYRES Fitted if required. Repairer of MOTOR CARS. ESTIMATES FREB. X) T Has now on SALE 2 GIGS practically new, DOGCART, WAGGONETTES, JAi.JLi* VICTORIA, PflJSTON. Inspection Invited. j982 ESTABLISHED 1850. The Slate, Granite, & Marble Works SAND STREET, PWLLHELI. A large selection of Monuments, Headstones, Curbings, &c., in Stone, Granite, and Marble alway on hand, in all Designs, at most reasonable Prices. Accuracy and neatness of work guarantee The attention of Builders is specially called to the selection of Sills, Steps, Hearthstones, Mantlepieces, Cisterns, &c. Estimates Free. JOHN WILLIAMS & CO. READ THIS!! HOW TO KEEP WARM I DRINK STOUT THE FINEST DRINK FOR A COLD DAY. THE BEST STOUT PROCURABLE IS BREWED IN WALES- Ask for WELSH STOUT, and see that you get it. Prices and Particulars on application to— North Wales Brewery Comp any LIMITED, DOL Gt KJ LLE¥. j655 J. FITZGERALD DAY, Managing Director. ¡ I"" Actually contains Sultanas, Cherries, Candied Peal, etc., already mixed and a 4!d packet makes a Rich Cake over 1! lbs in weight. Ask your grocer. b996 fastness Jlbbrts.st5. Portmadoc. LLEWELYN & Co., j SHIP AND INSURANCE BROKERS, AND COMMISSION AGENTS, 10, CORNHILL, PORTMADOC. This business bas just bepn op'-rud. kl06 STEAM SAW MILLS, PORTMADOC. J. OWAIN HUGHES (Late Thomas Parry), Timber Merchant, has a large stock of Timber Doors, Windows, Saahes & Frames suitable for BUILDERS and CONTRACTORS TIMBER SAWN FOR CUSTOMERS. Picture-Frame Mouldings in great variety. tock of Building and Fire Bricks, Laths, Tiles, etc. iS47 FOR GOSS' EnSi PORTMADOC (Ynyscynhaiarn) and 1 Carlton Ware with the crests of Port- madoc, Borthygest, and Harlech; Call at J. ROBERTS] & Co., Tdgl House, 24, n. wdoD-street, Portmadoc, GLASS, CHINA, AND FANCY GOODS DEALERS. JLloyd & loiit Printers, Booksellers, Stationers, 125, HIGH STREET, PORTMADOC. HAVE AN EXTENSIVE STOCK OF ACCOUNT BOOKS, MANUSCRIPT ACCOUNTS, OFFICE UTENSILS and FILES, COPYING LETTER BOOKS, etc., etc. i859 OWEN^DTJONEST BUILDER & CONTRACTOR, GORSEDDAU WHARF, PORTMADOC. ESTIMATES given on Buildings, Repairs, 1 Alterations to properties in all its branches. Undertakes all Excavations, Concreting, Piling, and Water Works. Drains and Sewers tested and replaced according to the latest modern sanitary arrangements. Telegraphic Andregs Mm-y-don. j283 THE SPORTSMAN HOTEL, PORTMADOC. First Class Famiiy and Commercial Hotel. Under new Management. Situate close to Station, and near to all places of interest. Every accommodation, Posting in all its Branches. M. LLOYD-JONES, S58 Proprietress Pwllheli- CARDIFF HOAD, PWLLHELI. (Opposite Ne A General Post Office). JONES & JONES, LADIES AND GENTS TAILORS. (Late of Manchester House. All Latest Patterns in Stock. jll AI) inspection invited. THE PIONEER STORES, THE MAES, PWLLHELI, W. J. BATTERBEE, Has aBtoundirg value in GROCERIES & PROVISIONS All kinds of Patent Medicine? at reduced prices. "7 h95 Ravenhill and Son, HOUSE, SIGN & CHURCH DECORATORS, Be to announce that they have REMOVED from CARDIFF ROD TO THE MAitS SQUARE, and have much pleasure in calling your attention to the splendid selection of Wall Papers kept in stock and Pattern Books trom the leading Eng. lish "raIl Paper Houses sent out on application. Lincrusta, Lignomur, Anaglyi^ta and Japanese Papers in Pattern Books. h 673 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT. T. Frederick Williams, THE MAES, PWLLHELI, BEGS to announce that he is ready to undertake all Sales of Property and Valuations for Pro- bate. and hopes by strict attention to business and prompt settlements to merit a share of public patron- age. j810 WHITEHALL COMMERCIAL HOTEL, PWLLHELI. Go?d Posting Horses and Carriages. Omnibuses to and every Train. Genuine Wines, Spirits and Ales. Ordinary on Market and Fair Days H. J. PARRY, Proprietor. j857 LLOYD & WILLIAMS, GENERAL AND MONUMENTAL MASONS, Mawddach Marble Works, EARMOUTH. Monuments, Headstones, Crosses and Mural Tablets executed in best style in granite, marble, slate or stone at at moderate Prices. Estimates free. h415 W. H. PYEMONT, TUNER AND REPAIRER, GIVES HIS PERSONAL ATTENTION TO THE INSTRUMENTS Employs no agent and is not represented by any other Tuner. Single Tunings or Yearly Contract; Sole Agent for the Gransden Upright Iron Grand. All Communications—BARMOUTH. Criccieth. THE GEORGE HOTEL, CKICCIETH CNORTH WALES. Completely re-built and re-furnished through out by Messrs and Company All Modern conveniences. Baths, &c. Sanitary arrangements believed to be perfect. For further particulars and tariff apply to MANAGERESS p ) "THE WORST THING YOU CAN DO I" is to nurse that depressed spirit. Do you suffer pains in the uhest and between your shoulders after eating Does that languid, tired feeling trouble you ? 1" THEN ITS INDIGESTION. A BOTTLE OF Dr Wood's Remedy WILL PUT IT RIGHT. Don't delay'send for a Bottle ToNIGHT post paid 2s. 2d. HUGH JONES, M.P.S.. S| MANUFACTURING CHEMIST, B Blaenau Festiniog. I xnmmammaaamxmmmmmmmmmmmimnmmtmmki m mi MI aw m n»iawwii ^Harness Abbrtstts. Portmadoc- Pvrtmadoe Steams lianndry ( WOMEN DREAD nrA(!mmniV MEN HATE- WASHING DAT. A Postcard to the Company's M^na^eress will bring their Van to your door ease you of some of the wor All kinds of work undertaken, including- Dry Cleaning, SHIRTS AND COLLARS A SPECIALITY. Softest cf Water tis,,d, requiring no Chemioa COLLECTING AGKNT for Barmoutb, Pwllheli, arid Blaenau Festiniog. 0896 R. NEWELL, Butcher. RTCTTPTKTtF T T purveyor • JN Jll W "P I | 1 I) OF MEAT, CENTRAL BUILDINGS, PORTMADOC, Beach Road, Barmouth, High Street, Criccieth, Central Buildings, Pwllheli, Market Square, Blaenau Festiniog: Respectfully solicits the favour of your Patronage- Best quality supplied in Beef, Mutton and Lamb, also Pork and Sausages, Pies, etc, (our own make) Fresh Daily. No injurious preservaties used. HOME CURED HAMS AND BACON. •1.u^l*71Rin!Tier3 B]1.0U'C' ma^e a point of securing the genuine article in Lamb, and not be content with Welsh yearling sheep dressed as such. • M2 Richards & Sons, Llanbedr ESTABLISHED 1840. Cambrian Coast COALS, LIME BRICKS & CEMENT. Sanitary Pipes, Building and Agricultural Iimt zn BEST HOUSE, STEAM, AND SMITHY COALS. District Agent for John Bazley White & Brothers' CEMENT. Agent for BIBBY'S CAKES ano MEALS, BIBBY'S MILK EQUIVALENT AND BIBBY'S CREAM EQUIVALENT. Lancaster's CALF FOOD. ROBERT RICHARDS & SONS, PENSARN, LLANBEDR, R.S.O DEPOTS AT TOWYN » A H i EC-H DYFFRYN. WHICH IS THE Best and yet the Cheapest Shop in Town FOR HIGH-CLASS PROVISIONS and ITALIAN GOODS AND FOR FRESH BREAD? Before you decide the question, call at WILIilAin mORRIg and Co., SHIP STORES, GROCERS & IRONMONGERS. BRITANNIA TERRACE. Nothing but th(-.Best kept. g759 Goods promptly delivered. CAMBRIAN MILLS, PORTMADOC. OWEN HUGHES CI)KN.~flouh: coal, HAY, CHAFF, axSTJ,AW| SKED & MANURE MERCHANT. CHAFF A SPECIALITY kIS7 Supplied at a FEW HOURS' \T()TIf'K n ■>, UNUSUALLY LOW PRICE. WILLIAM EVAJMS. P^TMTdoo A large STOCK always kept of JOINERS and ENGINEERS' TOOLS (aH warranted highest grade). SPECIAL LINE.—Nickel Plated, Ball Bearing Ratchet Brace, polished head and handle, best Manufacture, 6s. 6d. Agent for Hobbie's Fretwork Outfits and Requisites. J785 Messrs. Edwards & Williams, DENTAL CO., LIMITED, 76, HIGH STREET, PORTMADOC (late Air. R. Edwards) T visited Mondays at 42, High-street (next door to Maenofferen Hotel). Tuesdays and l\ir Days at Messrs David Jones & Son, Station-road, 11 to 6. PWLLHELI, Wednesdays, at Mi 'Roberts', Chemistr, 11 to 4* CRICCIETH, Wednesdays, at Mrs. Davies', Llys Caradog, 4.30 to 7. BALA, Saturdays and Fair Day-, at Mr. David Jones', Saddler, Tegid-street, 11 to 4. f969 ESTABLISHED 1874. CHARLES HUGHES & SONS, CO A CHB UILDERS, &c., Cambrian Carriage Works, Portmadoc. Repairs, Painting, and Trimming neatly and promptly executed. Large Stock of New ar Second hand Carriages for Sale. Rubber Tyres Fitted. Also Show Rooms at the MAES, PWLLIIELL'' UP-TO-DATE MILLINERY & TAILORING. W. ANTHONY'S Establishment at Manchester House, Pwllheli, [s Well-known for STYLE AND VALUE. NEWEST DESIGNS AND PATTERNS ALWAYS IN STOCK. MARCH and APfSHL generally btiog with th?m severe attacks of RHEUMATISM, LUMBAGO, j SCIATICA, AND BACK-ACHE. Ferdinand Street. Kentish Town, London, N.W. j Sirs,— I suffered for many years with acute Rheumatic pains and failed to obtain i a cure. At last I was advised to give MORRIS EVANS' HOUSEHOLD j OIL a trial. I did so and in a short tims the pains disappeared. 1 am || now quite free from the distressing complaint. Yours truly, T. CHFER. NO REMEDY CAN EQUAL Morris Evans' Household Oil For the above-mentioned Complaints. I Morris E.-RUM. Houtiehold Oil! Sold in Bottles, price, Is lid & 2s 6d, by Chemists and Grocers. I ABERYSTWYTH HUGHES and OWEN, Saddlers. Representatives in London, Liverpool, America, and South Africa. Morris Evans & Co., Festiniog, a387 NORTHi WALES. j BARMOUTH. L- tV!g3 RICHARD ROBERTS, General Ironmonger, House and Funeral Furnisher, II IVY HOUSE & 5, BELLE VUE ARCHED, BARMOUTH. All Orders for Plumbing and Sanitary Work curefulli, and promptly attt-nded TELEPHONE No 24. 1