The North Wales Express

Life's Outlook For the Girl of Seventeen. The girl of to-day is the woman of to-morrow, and until that to-morrow oft-times she suffers a weariness and loss of strength and brightness. These woes, with pallid cheeks, shortness of breath and persistent headaches, tell plainly that she needs assistance in the form of Red, Good Blood. Dr. Williams' Pink Pills for Pale People are unique, for they supply that New, Pure Blood, and so help languid, despondent girls on to the full flower of womanhood, making them robust, cheerful and attractive. Miss Gertrude Ferris, 44, Denbigh Street, Birmingham, states:- After my fourteenth year I became verv ill and wretched. I ached all over, and IIJ" back felt broken with pain. Medic;t1 me;. said I was anaemic, and that my nerves were in a bad state. I lingered on, and was so weak that I could not walk more than a few yards without panting for breath. My face was pallid, and my flesh wasted away. As for appetite, I had none. Every treatment seemed useless. At last mother bought a supply of Dr. Williams' Pink Pills, and after taking a few boxes I felt more cheerful and strong, and was able to take mv meals. Before long I gained weight and a splendid colour. Soon I was full of energy, and quite cured; since then all weaknesses have vanished. Dr. Williams' Pink Pills for Pale People cure Anosmia, Blood Disorders, Ecxeina. Indigestion, and Nerve Troubles because thev supply Rich, Good Blood to the famished system. Sold by dealers, or direct from Dr. Williams' Medicine Co., 46, Hotborn Viaduct, London, 2s. gd, per box; 13s. gd. for six. Avoid substitutes; you must have Dr. Williams' fl-ff Pink Pills

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PORTOINOHWiC MAN DROWNED. WRECK IN THE MERSEY. On Monday night, Mr J. C. Bate held an inquest at New Brighton on the body of William Parry, 56, of Portdinorwic, mate of the sailing boat "Emma. Maria," which was wrecked at Wallasey on the 24th inst. Owen Richard Parry, who identified the body, said his failner had followed the sea for 45 years.—Captain Joseph Richard Foul'kes, owner of the vessel, stated that the boat struck the Hoyle Bank, but got off badly damaged, and as there was danger of sinking, they beached her just off Har- rison Drive, A\ aJiasey. Parry got iuto the small boat, a.nd witness was just about to follow, when a big wave swept the boat and the mate away. He watched the boat until it was about halfway- to the shore, when the wind blew some nails over him, and he did not see the mate or the boat again. Wit- ness took to the rigging at 11 p.m., and re- mained there until the tide went down at 4 o'clock in the morning, when he v as able to walk to the .shore. He believed the mate had reached the shore, but had been unable to get up the sandhills, to the feet of which the sea had been. The sand rose perpendicular at that point. The boat was subsequently found at Hoylahe, and the body of the mate was found between the lighthouse and pier at New Brighton. The jury returned a verdict of "Accidentally drowned."

Woods' Great Peppermint Cure for Coughs and Cold never fails. 1/11, 2/9. Fortified at Fifty by Dr. Williams' Pink Fills. Few women attain the age of fifty without enduring much suffering and anxiety. At this time of life health becomes fickle, and acute weaknesses arise with rheumatic attacks, nervous ailments and depression of spirits. The secret of health at fifty depends on the creation of Good, Pure Blood that will fortify the system and make good the serious inroads on a woman's strength. Dr. Williams' Pink Pills help the woman of mature years as no other medicine can help her, for they give the Rich, Red Blood that means Health and relief from suffering. Mrs. Marion Goode, of 106, Emscote Road, Warwick, states:- '• When I was about forty-five, my health became very uncertain. In the mornings I tclt strangely nervous and sick. Sharp pains attacked me in my chest after meals, and fits of distressing feebleness seized me. I was very dizzy, and had a feeling of oppression across my head. and acute backaches. "Although I took bottle alter bottle of medicine, I became worse. Later, I tried Dr. Williams' Pink Pills, and I am convinced that if my sex knew the value of these pills, no woman would go on suffering. My veins were tilled with Warm, New Blood. I lost all backaches and weakness; ray head felt easy and clear, and after a few boxes of Dr. Williams' Pink Pills I was restored to health." In both sexes at all ages, Dr. Williams' Pink Pills have effected splendid cures, including cases of Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Sciatica, and Nervous Disorders. Of dealers, or from Dr. Williams' Medicine Co., 46, Holborn Viaduct, London, 2s. 9d. a box, or its.od. for six. Avoid substitutes; accept onIN Dr. Williams' Pink Pills

INFLUENZA C-DS, CHILLS AND XASAL ATARRI1. THE SPEEDIEST ItEMCDY IS VENO'S LIGHTNING COi ,H CURE. Duri.ng the severe influent: ^pi«temic of last year no remedy was nx vidcly used) or more uniformly successful ') Veno's Lightning Cough Cure, and 11, •> tors, nurses, tscieiiti<sta. ajtd people of everywhere [are unajiimous in their op: that this medicine is the- safest and liable ever produced! for coughs, cold. bron- chitis, asthma, na-al whooping couigli. and all chest and 1: :wu'bles. Mr T. H. Puratis, 75, ,1: Pleasant road, Southampton, writ • —"My house- hold, ten in number, have r' wntly checked the influenza by taking V IO'.S Lightning Cough Cure, and my wife's another also, an old lady over 70, has been quite cured of a cough which the doctor ;-aid would never be better. \e;no's Lightning Cough Cure can be ob- tained for 91d, Is 1 jd, ana 2s 9d, of aU chemists, both here and abroad.

REVIVAL OF THE WELSH DRAMA. PERFORMANCE AT PORTMADOC. The performance of Welsh dramas is •once mcoie coming into vogue, after having been bajiiiedi iby Welsh, Puritanism for many years. Three or four companies have been lately at Festiniog, Portmadoe, and Pwll- heli placing OIl the boards dramas descrip- tivo of Welsh characters and customs. Among the most popular dramas are Eiphiu's "Y Bardd a'r Cerddor," Gwilym' •Rhuig's "Gwenllitan," and Mr Beriah Evans' "Carad.cc." The (performances cf the,-to. companies were very popular. One of the companies—Tli<e Portmadoe Welsh Dro- matic Society—gave three renditions of Elphin'w popular draitia, "Y Bardd a'r Cerddor" at Portmadoe last week to .crowded audiences, and it has receivedi a,, pressing invitati-on to give a, performance at Pwllheli. The staging of the piece was well done, the sceneries iiav.inig been paint,ed by Mr Wm. Griffith, local artist. The management of the ,stage was in the capable bands of Mr J. Percy Thomas and Mr W. Jones. The character of Gwenllian high .3rl impersonated by Miss Nell PriDelia.nd, -New street, and she interpreted the charac- ter most gTatetuldT and effectively- Her manner and enunciation (.both Welsh and English) were excellent, iand she had the llloveunrentb of a professional actress. Mr W. Hujgheeton Roberts proved very successful as Handel Jones, revealing histrionile ability of a. high order. Mr W. H. Ervans, ar, Gwenll!.an Puigh's father, put the proper feeling into the impersonation. Mm J. Hughes, Bcdawen, as Mari, and Mr Ezra Lewis as Robin Roberts, her sweetheart., completely won the admiration of the audience. Their love affairs elicited fre quent a.nd loud laughter. -Mrs Hughes ap- peared! perfectly at home in the work she a^. arK' Mr Lewis displayed; an ability that his most intimate friends never Thought he possessed. Both he and Mrs Hughes are to be heartily congratulated on the success of their acting. Mr J. R. Prichard as chairman., of the Eisteddfod Committee, showed off eff-ectively the kind of persons that are frequently appointed to the placcs of importanoe-e in connection with our National Institution. Most of the members uf the committee did their work u iTa'J'-V' Messrs .David Williams, Evan ughes, Windsor Jones, and/ R. B. Thorpe' were a.ole to do full justice to ;Diek Nansi, JL)euilol J-OJ1.2S, Jack Cilhia.,1 n. Will Tim. ?>q-rl r\f.'V'JC1 T(w> eh,airing of the tw-e-ip V 'vrJ;!V'TnLlo-vd) NvtUi a verv pretty SlMr o'. -4^r"id «« £ „, r,™lhV^riZ7, Ap C^idw*i smother, fell to the. share "of jVlis*3 I r\pA0ii,c B<K>6rte, who witli eas'e and. natural'm- and set the audience roar- ing with laughter. Mr Goronwy Lloyd as the barri and preacher had caught the spirit of the character, <i.nd gave the greaetst satisfaction. Misses J. A. Roberts and Katie Thomas, the ugh they had not much to, do, acted with grace and effect. On Friday night the actors were freer in their movements, and were able to indulge more in "asides," which added' greatly to the general e.ffeet of the preformance. Tihe fo:wn Orehm>tra,. C'onduatedbov Mr Evan Evans, played during the performances, Miss Eu,e(' McLean presiding at the piano- r>r'1"- he .Town Hall was crowded every "-gat, and the efTorts of the Dramatic ociefcy were highly appreciated.

LIVERPOOL COSSIP. The death of Dr John Williams at Den- bigh, the week before last, was a sad ter- mination to a useful and distinguished career. The doctor had a wide circle of ILIVERPOOLCOSSIP. friends in this city, both among his profes- sional brethren here and others. The late Dr Hugh Owen Thomas, the eminent bone specialist, was one of his most particular friends, and from the close connection of both in this branch of surgery, their friend- ship must have been profitable and interest- ing to a. degree. Dr Jolui Williams was the cliief medical officer at the Penrhyn Quarry Infirmary, Bethesda, at a time when the work", were fully manned and the duties of the staff were strained and onerous. In addition to these responsible duties, he had an extensive general practice in the two parishes of Llandegai and LI an lie eh id, and he was consulted by the profession in many cases where his opinion was highly valued. His experience in the region of surgery was very extensive, and his skill in obstetrics was so conspicuous that during the time that he was confined at Denbigh—a stretch of long weary years-lie was consulted in critical eases by the profession, and his judgment and acumen never, it is said, failed him, although the kindly light of reason had ap- parently fled. He was of a kind and genial disposition in private life, and was, if I recollect rightly, no mean Welsh scholar. He was a deacon with the Congregationalisms at Bethesda for many years, where he and his family were very popular. His residence at Brynmeurig was a beautiful type of the old country man- sion situated on a rise above the River Ogwen, embowered in rich woodland, and surrounded by lovely lawns and gardens. It is said that in the grounds there is a cedar of Lebanon, one of the only three speci- mens in this country. Local Welshmen have lost by the death of ex-Councillor John Davies one of their most interesting worthies. He came of a good stock, his father having for many years been a successful, far-seeing man of business, and closely connected with the Calvinistic cause. The late councillor was an ardent Liberal, but was not in the front rank of local poli- ticians. He was a man of many parts, and stood well in the estimation of all classes. He was a capable connoisseur of the fine arts, and at one time he possessed one of the finest collections in the district. His opin- ion on specimen of fine art was eagerly and widely sought, and he was an attentive and assiduous member of the Arts Committee of the Liverpool Corporation when no less a. critic than the late Mr Philip Rathbone was chairman. He was an ardent Welshman, and one of the main supporters of the Na- tional Ei&teddfod au held here in 1884 and 1890 respectively. It was through his efforts mainly that the Welsh National Society in this city sprang into existence, and he fol- lowed its destinies with unflagging interest to the end of his career. He was a man of the type that hate any humbug or pretention, and was eminently known for his humour, and often, in the early days, his fondness of a practical joke. Among the many jokes related of him is one which he played once on an eminent Welsh divine. The great preacher was to preach one Sunday in Prince's road Chapel, of which the Davies family were members, and wa.s invited to stay with them during his sojourn in this town. He was due at Lime street Station at a certain hour on the Satur- d'ay evening, and John Davies was deputed to meet him and bring in for dinner.' On arrival at Lime street, the divine, who car- ried a light portmaneau, was accosted by a ra-gged unkempt object of humanity, who begged to carry his bag. The minister de- clined, but his tormentor persisted in his attentions until at last finding a favourable Z, opportunity he snatche.d the bag and bolted down a side street, and was soon out of sight. It is -needless to say the 'gethwr" was late when he arrived at his host's house for dinner, and was in a very excited state of mind. He related the whole circumstance, and said how he had been to the Detective Office and had failed in recovering his bag, which, miserable to relate, contained the manuscripts of his sermons for the following day. Subsequently, it transpired that the ruffian who had caused the worthy divine so much perturbation was no other than our late worthy friend, and before retiring to rest that night, the minister's mind was set at rest by the restoration of his effects, in- cluding the sermons. Among places of amusements, the Empire, and Hippodrome have both shown excep- tionally fine programmes during the week, a.nd have been crowded throughout. At the Hippodrome, George French, one of the drollest eccentric comedians, was the prin- cipal attraction whilst the refined Welsh comedians, Stuart and Evans, kept the house in a continuous roar of laughter. At the Empire, George Gilbey and a host of artistes gave a. variety of turns that delighted a highly appreciative audience. The excitement that has arisen universally over the debate on the Navy has resulted here in a great rush for the Territorials, and the various regiments are recruiting very briskly. Out of about sixteen units, five are now over and above the establishments, and at the rate things are going the others will shortly be placed on a similar footing. This is promising, and in view of the King's Re- view at Knowsley Park, Earl Derby's seat, the authorities are more than satisfied. The Welsh Choral Union have again added to their laurels for their performance of Mr Gra.nville Bantotck's "The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam." This musical setting of a noted Persian poem is of great merit, and is di- vided into three parts. The first part was produced with effect at the Birmingham Musical Festival in 1906, the second at Car- diff in 1907, and the third will be given at the next Birmingham Festival. Saturday's performance was limited to the first part only, and no doubc Mr Harry Evans will follow on future occasions with the other two parts. The, works selected by the Welsh Choral Union have always been of a high standard, and the able conductor has sought for most of his tests to his choristers in the productions of modern composers. In this respect the society has marked a distinct step compared to other local societies, even including the Philharmonic Society, which for many years has been the leading choir in Liverpool. Mr Harry Evans and his choir achieved a perfect triumph on Satur- day night, and the composer himself, who was present, was greatly impressed with their performance.

Mr George got influenza. Which, of course, was sad, but then Influenza loves to tackle Influential public men But we hear that he is mending (To his- foes' discomfiture ') ■Having very wisely taken (Cure Woods' Renowned Great Peppermint

Mr Timothy Davies. M.P. for Fulham, who is a native of Carmarthenshire, hn« made quite a reputation in the House of Commons as an authority on old-age pen- sions.

1 N.S PLIFF SOLU fN I ft" >7tr- 1 s PT"S | P 8 BREAKFAST. | Jf In hones where I M VAN HOUTUfS COCOA is vised, BreaK- fast is the most popular meal of the day. Every member of the family appreciates the exquisite NATURAL flavour of VAN HOUTEN'S COCOA.

HIGHER STANDARD SCHOOL FOR UAKNAKVUN. ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION NE- CESSARY. RATEPAYERS' ASSOCIATION'S PROTEST. At the Carnarvonshire Education Com- mittee ou I hursday, a letter was read from the Carnarvon Ratepayers' Association with a resolution stating that tliey read with alarm of the reported internum" of the Edu- cation Committee to spend a large sum of money upon a. new school at Carnarvon, and they desired to be informed if the, report wa^ porrect, and if so, to be supplied with details of the scheme. The Chairman (Mr D. P. Williams) ex- plained that the requirements of the town demanded additional accommodation for the children, some of whom had been for some tame accommodated at the Drill Hall. The present accommodation was quite, inade- quate. Mr Maurice Jones (Pwllheli) observed that the proposed new scTiooi was not only to serve Carnarvon, but the surrounding district. The question whether such a school wa« required was for the, Education Committee, and no other body. The Secretary (Mr Evan R. Davies) ex- plained that notice of the intention of the committee to provide the new school was published about twelve months ago. The only objection to the proposal was from the managers of the Church of England School, and they set forth the ground for their disapproval in a petition, which was forwarded with the report of the Com- mitter to the Board of Education, and the Board decided that a new school was neces- sary. The Committee thought it would be wiser economically and sounder education- ally to USe the existing buildings for the lower standards and provide new premises for the higher standards. A public enquiry was held to consider the question of eite, and representatives of the Carnarvon Town Council attended. NegotiaBfons were being carried on with landowners for a site, and some replies had been received. When they got the replies from the others, the representatives of the Town Council and the Ratepayers' Association would have the opportunity of appearing before the com- mittee, and stating their views. The Secretary was asked to reply to the Association on the lines of his statement.

fVSERiAi BRIDGE SMITHFIELD. Mr John Pritchard's sale on Monday last (for the Easter Markets) wais highly suc- cessful, 80 head of cattle being sold for 317 sheep realised £465 15s 6d. There was a capital attendance of buyers &Pl from all parts, and, husiiness wa<s brisk throughout. The first prize for the best two bullocks was awia:nd.ed to Mr H. Ellis, Tai: rmeibion, the two selling for Y.40 17s 6d. The second prize was awarded to Mr Hughee, Cae 'Mawr, the two selliflg for £ 43 78 6d. Mr Parry, Ltedwigan, had 1st and 2nd prizes for the best heifers, and they sold for £ 18 5s and £ 16 5s. The .first and 2ndl prizes for tine best 3 lambs were awarded to the representatives of the late Mr C. F. Priestley, and these sold for 36s and 33s each. Small heifers made from £ 9 to £ 12. Large heifers, £ 12 10s to £ 18 5s. Steers, from JC13 10s to £ 22 5s. Fa.t cows, £ 12 to £ 18. F«.t lambs, Toc, to 3&3. Cross-bred WL'there, 2;)" to 35s. LliCyn wethers, 358 to 38s. (Mountain wethers, 21s to 25s 6d. Mountain ewes, 22s 3d. Cross- lbr-ed, yearling rams, 40s 6d. Yearling ewes, 4Û6 to 426 6d. Couples, 23s.

NOW IS THE TIME. At this Season of the Year no one should be without Gwilym Evans' Quinine Bitters. It is recommended for Indigestion; its different forms, such as sick headache, heartburn, cramp, flatulency, sense of ful- ness and oppression after eating, drowsi- ness, and pains in the region of the heart. Gwilym Evans' Bitters is, without excep- tion, the Best Remedy for Depression of. Spirits and. Melancholy, and it is strongly recommended for nervous diseases, such as undue anxiety, despondency, fainting fits, neuralgia, and nerve pains generally. Gwilym Evans' Bitters has successfully treated, after all other known preparations had failed, severe cases of affections of the chest, such as common colds, bronchitis, asthmatic colds, shortness of breath, in- fluenza, &c. Gwilym Evans' Bitters puri- fies and enriches the blood, and is a healthy and safe tonic. It should be taken bv all who are delicate, as it strengthens the sys- tem, and so doing assists nature, thereby promoting good health. Gwilym Evans' Bitters to children growing, and to people suffering great weakness, either after an ill- ness or through long confinement in ill- ventilated rooms, or any other cause, is most valuable. Beware of imitations..No medicine has had so many imitators as G-wilym Evans' Quinine Bitters, but the purchaser has the remedy against such deceit in his own hands. Note particularly the name "Gwilym Evans" on the Label, on the Stamp, and on the Bottle (a three- fold precaution), without which none are genuine. Indignantly refuse all others. Gwilym Evans' Quinine Bitters is sold everywhere in bottles, 2s 9d and 4s 6d each. or-n-ill be sent direct, carriage free, from the Sole Proprietors, The Quinine Bitters Manufacturing Companr. Limited, Mincino Lane, LIaneily, South Wales. ° A perpetual injunction has been granted against Morgan W. James, IJanelly, with costs, restraining him from passing off his goods as Gwilym Evans' Quinine Bitters.

Dr Alfred George Bishop of St. Asaph, completed the 20th year of his epi- scopate last week, having been consecrated in Westminster Abbey on Lady Dav. 1889. He. ha# .been a staunch defender of tho Welsh Church, and of late, years has taken a leading part in educational matters.

For ^^Tfns'e Hacking Couch at ntffbt. Woods' Great Peppermint Cure. Illi. 2/9.

MR H. LLOYD CARTER. A COMPLIMENTARY DINNER. AN ENTHUSIASTIC GATHERING. A large 'and influential company, ir- respective of politics, gathered at the Royal Sportsman Hotel, Caaanarvon, on Thursday night, on the o^caeicci of a. complimentary dinner to Mr Íl. Lloyd Carter, Under- Sheriif aaid Clark, to the Caa-na<rvon Be.neh (County Division) Majgistates. The object of the fmiction was to welcome Mr Carter baiek to public life a.nd his official duties after lids long and seveire illness, acid to can- vey to him the esteem and regard in which he is held by every section of the com- munity. The aissieunbly well represented the public life of Carnarvon, and there were present aiiso maaiv from different parts of the county and Anglesey. One gentleunan had come all the way from Sunderland, viz., Mr Mason Cumberland, (formerly H.M. Customs, officer in this town), aaid Mr Carter, in the course of his speech, ex- pressed his great pleasure at seeing his old friiend present. The High-Sheriff (Mr Owen Jones, Glan- beuaio) was the president, being supported on the: oross-table by Mr Carter, Mr Lloyd W. G. Hiugher-, Mr J. Issard Da.vieS, Dr R. Parrry, Mr H. C. Vincent (Mayor of Ban- gor), Canon Trevor, Mr Edward Roberts (Maesinela), Mr T. E. Roberts, Colonel Ruck (Chief -Consta.ble). Rev W. Morgan (St. Ann's), Mr T. Owen (Rhuddgaer), Mr R. P. Harding, &e. The vice-presidents were Mr J. R. Hughes (ex-chairman of the County Council) atfid Mr Charles A. Jones, the latter also being the chairman of the committee. The hon. secretaries were MJ* W. Owen (National Provincial Bank) ajid Councillor W. Lloyd Griffith. Amongst those who had written regretting their inability to attend were: Lord Pen- rhyn, Judge Moss, the Lord-Lieutenant (Mr J. E. Greaves), Sir H. J. Ellis Nanney, Bart., Colonel H. Piiatt, C.B., Sir Harry Redchel, Colonel O. LLoyd Evans, Sir Owen Roberts, Captain X. P. Stewart. Mr W. A. Darbishire, Professor Arnold, Mr Charles Wynn Griffith, Dr Grey Edwards, Mr Williams-Ellis, Mr Frank Barlow, Mr E. Neele, Mr Claude Lloyd Edwards (Xa.n- horon), Mr Trevor Hughes, Mr J. W. Wyattt, Mr Isgoed Jones (Laina-wst), Sir T. Marshall 1, Captain, Ransome, Major Whiskin, Mr J. B. Allanson, Mr R. Roberts (solicitor, Pwllheli), Mr (Thomas Jonei (Portmadoe), Mr A. W. Kaiy Memzies, MT T. Roberts (Portmadoe), and others. THE MENU. SoupB: Thiick Mock Turtle. Cl £ a,r Spring. Fish Boiled Salmon..Sauce Colbert. Fried Fillets of Sole. Shrimp Sauce. Entrees: Chicken Cutlets with Spinach. Ragout of Sweetbreads a la. Provencale. Releves: Roast Bee- Horseradish. Roast Lamb. Mint Sauce. Ducklings. Green P-eas. Entremets: Sportsmaci Pudding. Jellies with Fruit. Coffee Creams. Dessert. THE TOASTS. The usual loyal tosats were proposed by the President in felicitous, terms, aaid musically honomiad. CLERGY AND MINISTERS. "The Clergy aaid Ministers' of all deno- minations" was ffusbjeitted by Mr Edward Roberts, Maesinela, who, in the course of a. brief speech, said' the clergy and ministers wcirtcf persiccis who occupied responsible tpositione, and whoso traditions and teach- iiinga ha.d retac-betf: them from the remotest ,ages. In the dafrk da-ys, wh«n but few people could read! amd write, culture and learning was the sole monopoly of the re*- ligiouts leaders. Hi this respect they were no longtir monopolists, but still they occu- ,pied the most responsible and1 loftiest posi- tion which any mortal could fill (hear, heafr). They were the spiritual forcei of the country. Tlbey were officers in command of an arlmy whci?e term of service was one of life (applause). tie coupled with the (toast- the names o" the Rev Wm. Morg-an III/no thei Rev Canon Trevor. The Rev W. Morgan responded, IMPERIAL FORCES. Mr J. R. Huglhes, in proposing the toast of "The Imperial Forces," said that, since the days of Nelson apd Wellington, tlblibgfl 'had changed very muieti, but the Army and Na,vy were, still ;Je<.l.I' to them. It was. raither awkward to speak of the Navy during this "scare"—(laughter),—'but he believed that, lli5 long as they coaild get men ty join voluntarily for the- love of their country, our shores were ssife; and that, whatever differences of oipinion might exist on other matters, they must remember tha.t tthe supremacy of the sea. was the fmst, thing they should) ta-ke cairo 01 (cheers). He coupled with the toa!>t the names of Lieutenant Charles A. Jones, Colonel Ruck, and Certain John Evans. Responding for the Aa-my, Colonel Ruck said he could not' help feeling that, as a soldier, he was ratlier out of dlate (ilaugliter). Since he had the honour to respond to a similar toast before, there was an entirely inew Army, with the work Off w-hich he w:a> not acquainted. They heard a great deal nowadays of the) voluntary system being on its triad, and that a great deail depended 011 making the Army popular. He believed there could not be any surer method of making the Regular Army popular than by making it possible, to tell a man that, if he behaved well during the period of his ser- vice, lis would find employment wailit.ing for him when his service terminated (cheers). One eld tramp told him once that the best Army Britain eould put 0.1 tha field was "on the road" (applause). Mr C. A. Jones, responding en behalf of •the Navy, said a. great responsibility rested ulJOn him, beoaaise the Navy wa,3 the chief •topic of the day. Hie* regretted that naval defence had become a political question.. IIn his opiinic[:i, thdts, W'<ù3 a. matter which concerned the empire (applause). They should secure sufficient lui.val stremgth so a« to be able to hoist the Union Jack at all times, and to hold their üwl} against aiDv two other Powers (applause). Captaiiui John Evajis anso responded. to the toast, and spoke of the Territorials as I an efficient force, trained for the defence of the country. Re.cruiti.ng was going on well in Carnarvon, atnd the company which ho had the honour to command was only a little below establishment; and it was ng to find that the, recruits c-ame from a good c'lass of uieii. Carnarvon was setting a good example to, other towns in. the county, not only as to the- number who have* joined, but also 86 to the type of men (hear, hoar). They wanted more practical sympathy and help from employers of labour, and. if they got that, Carnarvon would turn out a force worthy of the old town (cheers). Captsin Evans referred to the excellent services rendered by the pro- poser of the toast of "The Forces" (Mr J. R. Hughes) as member of the County Association (cheers).

BANCOR AND BEAUMARIS BOARD OF GUARDIANS. LLANFArRFECHAN AND THE RATE. The monthtly meeting cf the Bangor and Beaumaris Board of Guardians was held on Friday morning, presided over by Mr Hugh Thomas, J.P., Beaumaris. LLANFA1 Rl'ECIIAN RATES. The Clerk reported that the parish of Llan- fairfechan was in arrears. He added' that he was afraid that under the present system of levying the rate there they could not help being in arrears. The freason was that the rate was only made once instead of twice a year. He considered that was an unwise method. He suggested that the best way out of the difficulty would be to carry the arrears of the difficulty would be to carry the arrears of £318 to the next half-year. Mr W. G. Roberts sug;ted that the matter be deferred for a mz" < L The rates in Llanfairfechan were vei. ;;eavv—10s in the £ Mr J. Evan Roberts (Ba/ ri said it was a pity that Llanfairfechan (L.i not make two rates in the year." like ever-, other parish. They would not find themse: es in that diffi- culty if they did that. Mr W. G. Roberts said he knew for a fact that, they -ould tot get the rates in at Llanicirfechan. Tlie Chairman Have proceedings before the magistrates been tried? The Clerk: Yes. It was decided to take no action In the matter. A LLANFAIRFECHAN RATE COLLECTOR. Mr J. Evan Roberts presented the report of a committee appointed to inquire into the alleged irregularities of a Llanfairfechan rate collector named Williams. Mr Roberts said that the committee had very carefully considered the matter, and while recognising too seriousness of the irregularities dis- closed, yet having regard to the very satis- factory manner in which Mr Williams had performed his duties during the period of 18 years lie had been in office, a.nd having re- gard to the profound sorrow expressed by him to the committee, and the assurance that such irregularities would not occur again, they were prepared to recommend that the Local Government Board should overlook the error, and allow him to continue in office. Mr Roberts further pointed out that all the arrears had been ms ie up. Mr William Griffith seenn I the adoption of the report, and it was u ..nimously car- ried. — L.

THE GUEST OF THE EVENING. The toast of the evening, "Our Guest," was proposed by Mr W. Thornton Jones, who said he did not think there were any older friends of Mr Carter present than him- self. They were in school together at Beau- maris. It would be impossible for him to say more of their guest as a citizen of Carnarvon than they knew already, but he knew Mr Carter professionally and in private life. Their guest had passed through dark days, but the dark days had gone, and it was their duty to rejoice with him now that brighter times had come (cheers). He was a many- sided man, having led a strenuous life not only in his profession, but also in the dis- charge of his duties as a good citizen. Law- yers were a much malinged class of men (laughter). It was all very well for people to speak disparagingly of them, but when next he heard that done he would refer to that assembly, an assembly of which any man in this country might feel proud. If a man who had practised in the county for about 25 years was able to bring around him on an occasion of that kind so many men of all classes—politics, professions, and busi- ness—then he did not think that there was very much wrong with the profession of the law (hear, hear). There was also another aspect of it. One of the main things which made life bearable and tolerable was friend- ship, and he thought that gathering was an eloquent testimony to the affection, regard, and sune friendship towards their guest (cheers). Dr Robert Parry said it gave him the greatest pleasure to support the toast sub-' mitted by Mr Thornton Jones. There was no man in Carnarvon with whom he had been brought ito closer relationship from a political point of view than Mr Carter, for whom he had the, greatest admiration (ap- plause). He had no desire to introduce poli- tics into such an assembly, but he might take that opportunity of saying that between them as men of opposite parties, whenever they had to fight for their principles, there never remained any asperity or any un- friendliness after the fight was over (hear, hear). He (Dr Parry) had had the misfor- tune of opposing Mr Carter at an election, and of losing, but there never had been the slightest difference in their personal rela- tions — (cheers) — and if he might say on behalf of the Liberal party in that town they welcomed gratefully the return of Mr Carter to the public life of Carnarvon (pro- longed cheers). He knew from experience that there was no one who carried out kind- ness of heart and charitable disposition and benevolence to all and sundry, apart from political and denominational colour, than Mr Carter, and he hoped that he would have long life to serve his native town and coun- try (cheers). The toast was afterwards drunk with great cordiality and the singing of "For he's a jolly good fellow." MR CARTER'S REPLY. On rising to respond, Mr Lloyd- Carter was greeted with loud cheers. He said:— Words fail me to adequately express my deep gratitude to you all, for the honour you have conferred upon me in so generously entertaining me to-night. Often it has fallen to my lot to have to plead for others (laugh- ter), but I find my task in replying to this toa.st a difficult one. My special thanks are due to Mr Charles A. Jones, the chairman ol the committee, and to the indefatigable secretaries (Mr Owen aaid Mr Lloyd Griffith) for so ably organising; and also to you, Mr HighnSheriff, fcr consenting to preside over this large and representative gathering (hear, hear). 1 In the next place, I sincerely thank my friends who have proposed my health in such flattering and eloquent terms. Sir Thornton Jones and I have known each other since we were at school together, and if only on that account, I much appreciate his presence here to-night. He has won for himself a most worthy position in the pro- fession to which he and I have the honour to belong. 0 To Dr Parry I tender my grateful thanks not only for his remarks to-night, but also for his kind references to myself during the dark days of last November. He and I have seldom rowed in the same boat (laughter), and we have invariably occupied opposite camps, but if we have dealt each other some hard knocks, both of us can say, we have not given or received stabs from behind (ap- plause). As I listened to these speeches, I could not help thinking of my own many .shortcomings. Some of these may be at- tributed to hereditary weaknesses of char- acter, while other mistakes I have often com- mitted, might easily have been avoided with the exercise of a little more self-restraint. In looking back upon my someuhat short,

but active, career, I must indeed verily con- fess that I "have left undone many things which I ought to have done, and have done many tilings which I ought not to have done." Yet in spite of these shortcomings. I am persuaded that in assembling here to- night, you desire to recognise I have tried, though perhaps feebly, to think of, and to help others (hear, hear), that. you protest against the idea that the Alpha and Omega of Life is merely self-aggrandisement. For my own part, I can only say that if I have done anything worthy of your praise. I wish it had been very much more (hear. hear). I suppose the most illustrious native of Carnarvonshire was JOHN WILLIAMS, OF COCHWILLAN, once Lord Keeper, afterwards Archbishop of York. As a scholar, orator, a lawyer, an ecclesiastic, and, if I may add, a w arrior, he exercised a powerful influence over the destinies of this nation. I have introduced into my remarks the name of this notable man for two reasons. As you all know, this day is Ladyday and John Williams was born on the 25th of March, 1582, and died on the 26th March, 1650. Although he lived in troublesome times, and like all mankind, had his imperfections, yet there were good traits in his character which, happily, are to be found amongst many Welshmen. In Lord Campbell's ".Lives of the Chancellors" you will read that his good natured secre- tary explains away his "choler and high stomach" by his Welsh blood (laughter), asserting "tliere did not live that Christian that hated revenge more than he, or that would forgive an injury soouel- (applause). His house was open to all his neighbours of all degrees. He was likewise very charitable to the poor, and liberally assisted scholars of merit who were labouring under pecun- iary difficulties, till he could permanently provide for them (hear, hear). Apart from any reference to this eminent Welshman, it may not be amiss for me to state, that the selection of to-day for this occasion is a very appropriate one, so far as I am con- cerned. I I have already alluded to Mr Charles A. Jones, whose kindness to me during my long and severe illness I shall never forget. Most of you are doubtless unaware that to-day is his birthday, as it is also the birthdav of my beloved wife, and I ask you to join with me in wishing them both a many happy returns of the day (loud applause). To-morrow's chief event is "The Grand National," and although I am not a "racing man," it reminds me that life is very much like a steeplechase. We enter upon life's race endowed with youth, health, energy, and determination. Braced up for the strug- gle, we often seem to carry everything before us, and to ride cheerfully and successfully7 the race which is set before us. Suddenly we meet with some obstacle. It may be mis- fortune in business, or what is more trying, bad health—and to use a sporting phrase, we instantly "come a cropper." Unless we are put out of the field altogether, what are we to do? There is only one tiling to be done, and that is to do what every plucky jockey does, pull himself together, jump up on the saddle, and continue to race (applause). Then when the end comes, as it must to us all sooner or later, let it be met with un- flinching courage (hear, hear). To-day is a. red-letter day in my little career. Sympathetic allusions have been made to my recent illness, and I am dis- posed to think, now that the worst is over, that it were well worth the ordeal through which I have passed. As I look around this festive board, I see many a one whose friend- ship ha.s already stood a severe test. If I were to analyse the causes of its strength, I would asoribe them, in some degree at least, to a warm heart, on my part, and a generous nature upon yours. Then may this friendship never dissolve, for my heart shall never grow cold to you, and I fervently trust you will be always indulgent to me (loud and prolonged applause). OTHER TOASTS. Mr J. T. Roberts (Clerk to the County Council) gave the toa.st of "The County and Borough Magistrates." He observed that they were a body of men for whom he had great respect, and whose honour and in- tegrity were above suspicion (applause). Councillor John Prichard (Deputy-Mayor of Carnarvon) responded. The toast of "The President" was sub- mitted by Mr Lloyd W. G. Hughes, and the Pre6ident briefly responded. Mr J. Heatheote Addie proposed the toast of "The Vice-Presidents," and Mr J. R. Hughes and Mr C. A. Jones responded. In the course of the evening, songs were rendered bv Mr C. A. Jones and Master Hywel Williams, Mr John Williams (organ- ist of Christ Church) accompanying. Mr. Noel Dew also gave character sketches.