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AMLWCH.
AMLWCH. PARISH COUNCIL.—The newly-elected council met for the first time on Wednesday. —Captain L. Thomas (vice-chairman of the last council) was elected chairman, and Mr R. Pierce Williams was chosen vice-chair- man, for the year.—Messrs Thomas Pri- chard, Josiah Griffiths, and William Thomas were elected overseers.
BARMOUTH.
BARMOUTH. DEATH ON THE ROAD.—On Tuesday morning, Mr W. R. Daries, coroner for Merioneth, held an inquest at Caerdeon vestrv-room, touching the death of Mrs Laura Blades, wife of Mr Ralph Blades, Maesyfalbn, who died on the road on Sunday evening. Thomas Filchett said de- ceased was walking very fast, and was pro- ceeding homeward. She had hardly gone thirty° yards before she fell on her back on the road. He went up to her, and loosened her clothing, but she died almost immediately. Dr J. C. Williams, Barmouth, said the cause of death was cerebral hemor- rhage. The jury returned a verdict in ac- cordance with the medical testimony. NEWSROOM AND LIBRARY.—The I quarterly meeting of the Barmouth News- room and Library Committee was held on Tuesday. The chair was occupied by Alder- man Lewis, vice-president. The secretary Mr J. Jones (Brynteg), read a full report of the working of the institution, which showed that more books were taken out of the library during the past winter than in any previous season, and that the newsroom was better frequented than usual. A large number of new books were laid on the table which had been presented to the library by friend*. All were approved, and a vote of thanks accorded the donors. A committee consisting of the vice-president, the Rev Z. Mather, the Rev J. G. Davies, and Messrs W. J. Morris, E. D. Jones, and the secre- tary, were appointed to look for a suitable plot of land in a central position on which to build a newsroom. SUNDAY SCHOOL ¥NION.—The quar- terly meetings of the local union of the Con- gregationalists were held ait Barmouth on Sunday. In the morning the children were cat-edhised by the Rev R. Thomas (Bar- mouth). Subsequently a conference was held under the presidency of M £ W. Hughes (Dolgelley). Reports of the number of at- tendances, collections, and the general work done by the various schools during the quarter were submitted by the representa- tives, and were read by tthe secretary (Mr I G. Price, Llanfadhreth). Mr R. P. Hughes (Barmouth) was appointed vice-president of the Union. At the afternoon meeting papers wera read by the representatives of the Sunday Schools of the Union on Scriptural subjects. In the evening the elder class were interrogated on the "Maes Llafur"- the Epistle of James, by tihe Rev R. Thomas. The President strongly urged this class to compete at the annual examination of the Welsh Congregational Union.
BEAUMARIS.
BEAUMARIS. PETTY SESSIONS. — Friday, before James H. Burton, Esq., and S. Taylor Ohadwick, Esq., this being the first court at which the latter attended since his ap- pointment. — John Radcliffe (alias "John Roddy") was brought up in custody, charged by Police-sergeant Owen Jones with being drunk and using abusive language in Wex- ham-street, on the previous evening, was fined 7s 6d, or, in default, seven days' im- prisonment. URBAN COUNCIL.—The annual meet- ing was held on Tuesday.-On the motion of Mr H. Evans, seconded by Mr E. Williams, the Rev J. Gwynoro Davies was unani- moustlyl Ire-elected chairman. —The annual report of the consulting engineer (Mr T. Blackburn.) was: read by the Clerk. It stated that the beach in front of the station crossing was in a very unsightly condition, and that the (town was injured thereby. Strong measures were advised to be taken to put an end to the nuisance. With regard to street-watering, the report suggested that a spray jet be provided for the purpose. This would effect a considerable saving, and could always be used at any moment re- quired. The report further urged that the bye-laws relating to new streets and build- ings should be revised, in order to conform them to the requirements and peculiarities of the town.—The water, gas, and sanitary committee recommended that the formal opening of the new waterworks be arranged for at an early date, and that the following gentlemen be asked to attend to perform the ceremony, viz., Mr T. W. Russell, M.P., Mr T. E. Ellis, M.P., and Mr D. Lloyd- George, M.P.-The finance committee re- ported that some tenant farmers within the district had applied for a. reduction in the general district rate upon the farm build- ings. The committee recommended that the application be not entertained.—The various committees were appointed for the ensuing year. —, Sergeant Williams was appointed boating inspector for the summer season at a salary of 25, and the appointment of Mr D. Owen as rate collector was confirmed.- Messrs Meredith Evans, J. Adams, G. E. Owen, and H. W. Williams were appointed overseers of the parish.-The Medical Offi- cer (Dr Hughes) reported that the health of the town was good. OBITUARY. — We regret to announce the death of Mrs Williams, wife of Mr Wil- liam Williams, agent to the Liverpool and North Wales S.S. Co., Ltd., and to the Liverpool, Carnarvon, and Menai Straits S.S. Co., Ltd., which took place at her re- sidence, 9, Wexham-street, on Wednesday, after a painfu 1 illness of several weeks' dura- tion. She was interred at Beaumafris Ceme- tery on Sunday afternoon, the ceremony being of a public nature and very largely at- tended. The members of the St. Mary s Sunday School, in which Mrs Williams had been a faithful member and teacher since its institution in 1866, were also present, and the members of heir class walked immediate- ly after the coffin. The service at the house waa conducted by the Rev J. Williams Mey- rick, rector. The cortege then proceeded to the Parish Church, where the. first portion of the burial service was gone through, and the hymn "On the (resurrection morning" sung. At the graveside in the cemetery, the following hymns were impressively sung, "Art thou weary?" and "Ar fryniau Caer- salem." The coffin was covered with beau- tiful wreaths, sent by the following sympath- isers, and each member of the Sunday School also deposited a bunch of floweTS in the grave: — Lady Magdalen Builkeley, Master and the Misses Builkeley, M!rs Cross. Red- hill Miss Greville, La Noria Mrs Kyffin, Miss Evans, Aduana; Mr and Mrs J. B. Vonder Hyde, Mr and Mrs McElwee, Mr T. Walker, Mrs J. S. Jones, Rating-row; Mr and Mrs J. O. Jones, Mr and Mrs Robert Owen, Mr Robert Griffith, and Miss Mary Griffith, Miss Katie Thomas, Miss May Hunter, Miss Daisy McElwee, Miss Griffith, 1, Stanley-street; Miss Charlotte Roberts, Mr J. Howard, Haulfre All,- and Mrs Good- man Roberts, Mr and Mrs Sauvez and fa- mily, Mrs Owen, Henllys Lodge; Misses Eleanor and Maggie Staples, Miss Row- lands, Rating-row. At the service in the church, in the evening, appropriate hymns were sung, and a funeral sermon Reached J the Rector.
IBEDDGELERT.I
BEDDGELERT. I FUNERAL OF THE VICAR.—The funeral of the Rev R. Williams, vicar of Beddgelert, took place on Thursday after- noon °at the parish church, and was very largely attended by clergy and laymen. The officiating clergy were the Revs T. Edwards (Gwynedd), E. Davies, Llanllechid J. Lloyd Jones, Criccieth and Llewelyn R. Hughes, Portmadoc. Amongst other clergy present were the Revs J. Jenkins, Portmadoc;, J. J. Davies, Llanystumdwy; W. E. Jones and B. Jones Evans, Dolbenmaen; J. Owen, Llanfihangel-y-Pennant; C. P. Price, Maen- twro^; W. Owen, Llanfrothen; and J. Hughes, Llanllyfni; and amongst the laymen Mr A. Priestley, Dr Henry Evans (Port- madoc), Mr W. Lowson, Mr A. Broomwich, Mr Arthur Thomas, &c.
COLWYN BAY.
COLWYN BAY. THE ATTENDANCE OF MEMBERS AT THE COUNCIL.—The following is the number of attendances given by the respec- tive members at the different committees and council meetings during the year which terminated March 31st, 1898 :—Mr George Bevan, 84—65 Mr Francis Nunn, 81-49; Dr M. Venables Williams, 82—-20; Mr John Blud, 87-51; Mr William Davies, 86—76 Mr Hugh Hughes, 92-75; Rev Thomas Parry, 92—42; Mr John Roberts, 96—68; Mr John Porter, 98—46; Mr Owen Williams, 82—41; Mr Hugh Davies, 87-34; Mr Robert Evans, 97-ó7.
CONWAY.
CONWAY. A CONTRACT.—The contract for erect- ing a manse, for the Rev T. Gwynedd Ro- berts has been let to Mr David Jones, of this town. Mr D. M. Roberts is the archi- tect. RETT. BNED. — On Tuesday afternoon, Mr T. B. Farrington, C.E., accompanied by Mrs Farrington and Mr T. E. Parry re- turned from Matlock. His many friends wish him a speedy recovery. TRAP ACCIDENT.—On Sunday night, a trap accident, which might have resulted very seriously, occurred in Conway owing to a horse drawing a waggonnette containing a painty of fnlendss of Mr Scott, of Conway, be- coming unmanageable while going down a hill from the Pensydhnant Pass. The horse bolted, and the occupants of the carriage commenced to jump out. In doing so the dress of one of the ladies caught in the trap, and she was dragged a considerable distance before her dress tearing left her free. Fortunately her injuries were not very serious. Continuing his furious course the maddened horse dashed down the hill into Conway town, and by the tanyard the trap was wrecked, and the horse plunged down Chapel-street, which was thronged with people going to chapel. None of these were touched, but turning into Berry-street, with one of the, carriage shafts dangling after him, the horse went close to a Miss Evans, of Castle Lodge, who with a little child was on her way to chapel. In trying to save the ohild Miss Evans's dress was caught in the shalft, and she was immediately thrown on the ground and dragged for some distance, receiving severe injuries. The horse was pulled up before doing any further damage.
CORWEN.
CORWEN. PARISH COUNCIL.—At the annual meeting, under the presidency of Mr H. Rees (the retiring chairman), the council, by 11 votes to three, decided that the chairman for the ensuing year should be elected from within the council. Mr Thomas Griffiths was elected by six votes to five recorded for Mr Samuel Jones. The retiring chairman then vacated the chair, which was taken by Mr Griffiths, who thanked the council for the honour done to him. The council appointed as overseers Messrs Lloyd, John H. Hughes, T. Jones, and R. Hughes. The usual com- mittees were nominated, and several com- munications dealt with. Mr Thomas Ed- ward's motion in favour of monthly meet- ings of the council was carried by a large majority.
DENBIGH.
DENBIGH. TOWN; COUNCIL. At the monthly meeting of the council, on Wednesday, the Maiy-or presiding, a long discussion took place on a recommendation of the highway com- mittee to purchase a steam roller at a cost of j3516, to be paid for in twelve half-yearly instalments. — Councillor A. Lloyd Jonse moved, as an amendment, that a roller be hired, before purchasing, in order to see whether it, would answer the purpose on the steep declivities in the borough. Mr B. Jones seconded.—On a division, eight voted i in favour of the committee's recommendation and three against.—The Surveyor submitted plans and estimate of two new girder bridges which are proposed to be erected on the Denbigh and Llansannan road over the streams at Pandy, Henllan. The cost would be about JE510. It was decided to ask the County Council to erect the bridges.—The Inspector submitted a special report on a number of houses in the town, which, in their present state, he considered to be un- inhabitable. After some discussion, it was decided to serve the owners with 28 days' notice, and that the houses be condemned unless put in a fit state of repair within that time.—A general district rate of ls6d in the pound on houses, and 4^d in the pound on land, &c., for the half-year ending 29th September next, was made and levied also, a cemetery rate for the year of lyld in the pound on houses, and id on land. The bor- ough rate amounts to %d. the sum required for the half-year being B494 14s 6d.—A let- ter was read from the directors of the Gas Company, stating that they could not at present- reduce the price of gas for lighting the public lamps.-A discussion took place on a letter received from the Commissioners of Woods and Forests, to the effect that the latter were prepared to lease a piece of land near the Castle, generally considered to be a "common," to the corporation for £ 1 a year. It was decided', by a majority of six to five, that the lease be not entered into.—On the that the lease be not entered into.-On the motion of Mr Wynne Edwards, it was unani- mously decided that an effort be made to obtain portraits of all the past mayors of the borough to 1) kept in the council chamber.
LLANGEFNI.
LLANGEFNI. PETTY SESSIONS. — Monday, before Colonel Lloyd and O. H. Foulkes. Esq.- For drunkenness, William Lewis, Tyddyn I Howel, Llanbeulan, was fined 2s 6d and costs; William Watson, Chureli-terrace, Llangefni, Is and costs and Hannah Dart, Ty'nllidiart, Brynsiencyn, 6s and costs. — Cornelius price, of no fixed abode, was fined 2s 6d and costs for allowing his mule to stiray at Llandysilio also, a Ike sum for ob- k e .s structing the highway at the same place.— For keeping a dog without a license, Hugh Williams, Careg-y-Rhys, Llangristiolus, was ordered to pay costs, and a fine of 5s and costs was imposed upon Charles Lock, of no fixed abode for allowing four horses to stray at Llangristiolus.
LLANRWST.
LLANRWST. INDISPOSED. —Many of our readers will regret to learn of the serious illness.of Coi. Grove, who is confined to his bed, at the Eagle's Hotel. THE SCHOOL BOARD.—At a. mecung of the school board, on Monday evening, Mr Bdward Mills was elected chairman, and Mr W. J. Williams vice-chairman. A WEDDING.-On Wednesday, tha mar- I riage of Mr W. Williams, B.Sc., lecturer in physics at the Technical Schools, Swansea, and late demonstrator at the Royal Institu- tion of that town, to Miss Nellie Wynn, Penisa'r dre, laanrw was solemnised at Zion Chapel, by the Rev W. Thonm. A large number of well-wishers a'id others were in attendance. The wedding presents were nuanbous and valuable.
|1JE N MAENMAWR.
1JE N MAENMAWR. DISTRICT COUNCIL.—At the annual meeting, on Tuesday, .n the motion of Mr T. T. Roberts, seconded by Mr f. Owen, Mr Kneeshaw was re-elected chairman for the ensuing year, and Mr C. H. Darbi- shire vice-chairman.
PENRIIYNDEUDRAETiI BOARD OF…
PENRIIYNDEUDRAETiI BOARD OF GUARDIANS. TUESDAY.—Mr Owen Jones, Erwfair, in the chair. CHAIRMAN AND VICE-CHAIRMAN. On the motion of Mr William Jones, sen conded by Mr R. O. Williams, Mr J. Jones, I lnysifor, was re-elected chairman for the ensuing year, and Mr Owen Jones, vice- chairman. CO-OPTATIVE GUARDIANS. —Mr C. Roberts moved that Mr W. Davies, Oae'!r- blaidd, Festuiiiog, be elected one of the co- opta-tive members on the board. This hav- ing J-een agreed to, Mr E. Bowen Jones proposed ithe appointment of Mr R. M. Greaves, while Mr Daniel Evans proposed Mr John Prichard, Beddgelert. On a division Mr Greaves was elected by 14 votes to five. THE FINANCES.—Tihe various com- mittees having been duly elected, the chair- man stated that the new board would be pleased to understand that a sum amounting to very nearly J55000 was now in the hands of the treasurer (applause). THE HOUSE.—'The master reported that the inmates numbered 73, as compared with 78 the corresponding period last year vag- rantts relieved during the fortnight 52. VOTE OF SYMPATHY.—On the motion of tho chairman an unanimous vote of sym- pathy was passed with Mr W. Evans, a member of the board, in his illness. THE BETHEL BAOH CASE AGAIN.— Mr W. Thomas, the relieving officer, submit- ted an account of the- expenses incurred by the Bethel Bach family. Considerable dis- cushion took place with reference to the price I paid for coal supplied to the family, Is 3d per cwt. being charged. Several of the members stated it could be secured at from Is to Is 2d a cwt. It was explained that a higher price was charged because it was bought in small quantities. One member, therefore, suggested thattihey be authorised to buy three cwts. at a time. It was. how- ever, remarked that Mr Bircham would have to be consulted before doing this. The board finally resolved to lay the whole mat- ter before Mr Bilrcllam. THE ESTIMATES.—The estimates for the half year showed a decrease of £ 1000, as compared with the previous six months. The total amount of the precept was j55585. -It was announced that nearly all the par- ishes in the union had paid up past calls.
GLASLYN RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL.
GLASLYN RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. TUESDAY.—Mr Morgan Roberts presid- ing. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN. —Mr R. O. Williams was re-eleoted chairman for the ensuing yettr, and Mr Morgan Roberts, yice- chairman. AGRICULTURAL RATING ACT.—The clerk reported that the sum of J554 14s 3d was to be received under the Agricultural Rating Act, 1896. THE PENNANT BRIDGE.—Mr Law. ford, on behalf of Lord Harlech, had sub- scribed £ 10 towards the cost of erecting the new Pennant Bridge. Miss A. Roberts had also subscribed a like sum. WARNING CYCLISTS.—The Socioty of Cyclists wrote announcing their readiness to supply notice boards to warn cyclists of dangerous spots in the district, on condition that tihe council undertook to have them placed in bhe proper places.-The Chairman and the Clerk commended the idea and thought the council should comply with the condition stipulated.—Mr Daniel Evans, though favouring the idea, thought it was a matter for the County Council. GLASLYN P.O--I). -Replying to the council's decision with regard to tho fencing of the Gla'yii road it was stated, on behalf of Mr Ilucho, that the estate did not see what .advantage would be derived by the tenants from such (fencing.—Several of the members expressed surprise at the nature of the reply.-After considerable discussion, it was decided that no further steps be taken until Mr Casson, the estate agent, should have returned home. THE PENCLOGWYN ROAD, BRYN- KIR.—Mr W. Jones wrote asking that the above road should be repaired, as it was in a very bad condition.—Mr J. R. Owen asked if the council had previously repaired it.-The sanitary inspeclror. stated what he knCtw on the matter, and the surveyor was directed to make further inquiries on thic) point. THE SANITATION OF BEDDGELERT. Dr Fraser, the medical officer, sent a report with reference to nuisances caused by slaugh- ter-ihouses and pigsty es at Beddgelert, and urged that they be aJbated forthwith. The council decided to serve notices upon the parties concerned. ROAD EXPENDITURE.—Expenditure per Mr G. Jones, amounting to JE16 Is 3d, was confirmed.
DOLGELLEY URBAN COUNCIL.
DOLGELLEY URBAN COUNCIL. A LIVELY WRANGLE. The annual meeting of the Dolgelley Ur- ban Council was held on Tuesday. Mr Rich- ards proposed, and Mr Mills seconded, the election of Mr E. W. Evans to the chair pro. tem.-Mr John Edwards proposed, and Dr Jones seconded, the election of the clerk. Six voted for each proposition, Mr Evans vo- ting for himself.—In response to a member, the Clerk read a resolution passed a year ago, that a standiing order should be made that no chairman should be elected twice in succession, unless there were special reasons for doing so.—Mr Meyrick Jones, the late chairman, said there were special reasons for his re-election, and unless they did so, they would be passing a vote of censure upon him. To act with credit, they should re-elect him.—Mr John Williams If any person will bring discredit upon himself, it is you, Mr Meyrick Jones.—Mr Richards We re-elected you last year, Mr Jones, be- cause of the Diamond Jubilee.—Mr John Edwards considered that the resolution passed last year was not binding this year.- The Clerk said the resolution was not legally binding. Eight members pledged them- selves to it.—Mr E. W. Evans expressed surprise at the action of Mr Meyrick Jones in seeking election four years in succession. —It was suggested, as a way out of the deadlock, that the voting should first be by ballot, and then open voting.—Mr Miller and Mr Wynne Williams thought the hon- our of the chair should be divided. —1 Ulti- mately, the council proceeded! ,to the ap- pointment of chairman) for the year. Mr John Williams proposed, and Mr T. Parry seconded, the election of Mr E. W. Evans, but lie withdrew, saying he was pledged to Mr Mills, whom he proposed.—Mr John Williams You withdraw, Mr Evans ?—Mr Evans Yes.—Mr John Williams All right. I have proposed you twice, but never again. —Mr Richards seconded the election: of Mr Mills.—Mr John Edwards proposed the re- election of Mr Meyrick Jones, and stated there was a fight for the chair owing to the fact of there being a J.P. in prospect (laugh- ter).—Mr Griffith Owen seconded Mr Ed- wards.-The voting was five on each side, two members being neutral.—Mr T. Parry: The voting is equal, and I vote for Mr Mey- rick Jones under the cireumstartces. — Mr Richards: That is shameful, seeing that ivou moved the resolution, not to have the same chairman for two years.—Mr E. W. Evans said the fight had been well fought, and urged upon them to unite and work harmon- iously in the future.—He proposed the for- mal election of Mr Meyrick Jones.—Mr Ed- wards seconded the preposition, which was agreed to.-It was agreed, by casting vote of the chairman, that there should be no vice-chairman.
CARNARVON COUNTS PETTY SESSIONS.…
CARNARVON COUNTS PETTY SESSIONS. j i SATURDAY. — Before Captain Wynn j Griffith, the Hon. F. G. Wynn, D. P. Wil- liams, Esq., J. Issard Davies, Esq., and Trevor Hughes, Esq. ALLEGED BURGLARY.—John Wil- liams, Ebenezer, was charged with breaking into the cellar of the Vaynol Arms and stealing therefrom some beer. The case was adjourned for a week. ASSAULTS.—Thomas and William Wil- liams, Penygroes, were charged with assault- ing Henry Williams, who, in the course of his evidence, stated that he was coming out of the Red Lion Inn, when the two defen- dants pounced upon him and assaulted him. He had given them no provocation. Mr H. Lloyd Carter prosecuted, and Mr J. T. Roberts defended. The defendants were each fined 2s 6d and costs.—Samuel Parry, Maesgwynedd, Waenfawr, also summoned Thomas Parry, a farm servant, for assault. Mr J. T. Roberts prosecuted and Mr Lloyd Carter defended. The prosecutor admitted that ho was in the yard of the farm where defendant worked when the assault took place, and that he was playing in the hay. The defendant came after him and struck and he kicked him in retalia- tion.—For the defence, it was alleged that defendant only struck the lad after he had first of all attacked the defendant, and that the latter was only attempting to turn him out of the yard.-The case was dismissed. SHOCKING NEGLECT OF A CHILD. —John Hughes and Jane Hughes, man and wife, aged respectively 21 and 19, residing at Ebenezer, near Llanberis, were summoned by Inspector Rowlands, of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, for neglecting their child, aged 18 weeks, in such a manner as to cause injury to its health. In opening the case, Mr J. T. Roberts, who prosecuted, said that of the many cases of the kind in which he had prosecuted, this was the worst. The defen- dants, who had been married about five months, lived in a two-roomed house, which was poorly furnished and in an extremely I filthy state. The husband did not work,, though he could earn 18s a week at a slate- yard in the neighbourhood, and the wife was also lazy and dirty. With the defen- dants there lived the husband's father and j mother, who were in receipt of parish relief, and also a lodger.—Inspector Rowlands said that he visited the defendants' house on the 22nd of March. He found the wife sitting by the fire with the child in her lap. She Was ill-clad, and was without either boots or stockings, and the male defendant, who was also present, was only partly dressed. The baby, which was wrapped in an offensive- smelling cotton tray cloth, only weighed 62lb., and was in an emaciated condition. j Its body had been bitten by vermin, wTith which the place was swarming. The bottle with which the child was fed had a horrible stench, the contents being of a greenish colour. He gave the wife 2s to buy milk and other necessaries, there being only a crust in the house, and arranged that a neighbour should attend the child. This was done with I the result that the baby had since increased 21b. in weight.—A Magistrate Is the house fit for habitation ?-The Witness I should say not for the number of people who oc- cupy it. There is no back door to it, and close to there is a most foul-smelling midden. —Police-constable 19 corroborated the fore- going evidence.—Mr R. H. Parry, sanitary inspector under the Gwyrfai District Council, said that he inspected the defendant's house since the visit of Inspector Rowlands, a.nd was not aware till then of its condition.- The Chairman I certainly think that this house should have been reported to the Gwyrfai District Council some time ago. At Portdinorwic I also find that there are a number of houses without proper conveni- ences, and which have not been reported.— Dr Hughes Jones deposed to examining the child, whose weight should have been double- what it was. Its emaciated condi- tion was due to neglect, which was proved by the improvement since made. In his opinion the house was not fit for habitation. -The female defendant, upon being asked whether she had anything to say, remarked that she had done all she could for the child. The husband replied that he had nothing to say.—The Chairman, after the Bench had been in retirement, said that it was very seldom, he was pleased to know, that a case of such a horrible nature came before that eeurt; indeed, he believed it was very rare I that such a case engaged the attention of any court. The detailg were too disgusting to bear repeating. The male defendant would be imprisoned for one month with hard labour, and the Bench hoped that, m releasing the wife, she would take warning. The child would be sent to the workhouse, and the sanitary state of the house reporte to the proper authorities.
CARNARVON COUNTY COURT.
CARNARVON COUNTY COURT. WEDNESDAY.—Before His Honour Sic Horatio Lloyd. CWMYGLO BUILDING SOCIETY.—Mtf H. Lloyd Carter applied for an order for the sale of property in the case of E. Evans, who was indebted tn the society in the sum £ 58.—An order was made. CLAIM FOR GRAZING.—Richard Ro- berts and J. J. Jones, Penygroes, sued. Alfred Griffith, Belhiiotinit, Talysarn, for tha sum of L2 5s, for the grazing by a ponv and foal on the land of Eithinog Ganol.—Mr J. T. Roberts appeared for plaintiffs, ami Mr H. Lloyd Carter for defendant, who counter- claimed E3 for loss in not selling the pony. —Mr Lloyd Carter, for the defence, ad- mitted the taking of the land, but said that it was understood that good pasturage v;nuld be found for the pony and foal, whereas the condition of the animals, when taken from. the place, showed that such was not the ease but that they had depreciated in value.—After hearing a number of witnesses in support of this contention, his Honour gave judgment for defendant on the claim, and for plaintiff on the counter-claim. CLAIM FOR COMPENSATION. — D., Williams, late tenant of Tyisa' Rhos, Groes- Ion, sued W. Roberts. Uwohlaw'rrhos, Groes- lon, foe B14 compensation agreed upon to be paid plaintiff for leaving the holding be- fore the expiration of his 11 tenancy, and 6a 6d money spent on certain ,improvements.- Mr T. W. Henwood appeared for defend- ant, and Mr M. E. Nee (Messrs Nee and Gordon Roberts) for the plaintiff.—The case turned upon whether the agreement which had been made botween plaintiff and W. RobeL-ts (who was then owner of the farm), was binding on him or on the purchaser.—• After a lengthy hearing, his Honour held that the agreement between the plaintiff and W. Roberts held good, and that lie was re- sponsible for the amount claimed, and gave j adgment accordingly. EDWARDS v. GARROD.—This was art action brought by Mrs Ursula Edwards,. wife of John Edwards, butchen-, Penygroes, ygainst A. B. Garrod, Stag's Head, Peny- groes. The claim was for £ 8 13s 2d foif meat supplied, and. 96, money lenlt.De.- fendant counter-claimed J318 15s, for lodg- ings, use of coachhouses for slaaghter ng purposes for 18 months, and the value of a. gold albert chain, which plaintiff kept in her possession as security.—After a lengthy, heairino-, his Honour decided for plaintiff for the sum of .Ell 15s 2d with costs; and for the defendant for B4 15s, the value of the gold albert, to be reduced to Is if it was de- livered up at once, but without costs. PASTURAGE. —John Jones, Penbryn, Tydweiliog, Pwllheli, claimed from Thomas Pierce, farmer. Penvgroes, the residue of the rent of certain fields, situate at Peny- groes, on the Brynki'r estate, and sub-let. byj him, at an annual rent of M8 10s.—Mr T. W. Henwood appeared for plaintiff, and Mr H. Lloyd Carter for defendant.—It appears that in March. 1895, defendant todk two fields from the plaintiff for £17 10s rent. as it was alleged, up to November of the samel yea* The amount now claimed was B15,; being portion due for the yca<r 1897.—For the defence Mr Carter held that the letting was only from April to November each year, and, therefore, that defendant had overpaid plaintiff in previous years, and that tihe only; sum owing by his client now was £4 158" which had been paid into court. PlaiinfoifE only paid £ 15 to the Huddart estate fofi four fields held by him, and he sub-let three of them to defendant for a portion of th<< year for £ 28 10s. — The defendant cor- roborated the statement of Mr Carter, and! said his taking was only from April to Nor- ember, whereas he had been charged from November to November.—His Honour gave judgment for the plaintiff for the claim.
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DISTRICT NEWS.
DISTRICT NEWS. ABEKGELE. THE COUNCIL.-The annual meeting of the urban district council was held on Tues- day, when Dr Wolstenholme was re-elected chairman, and Mr Thomas Williams vice- chairman.
RHYL
RHYL A COMMERCIAL TRAVELLER'S MAT- RIMONIAL RELATIONS. — There wore more extraordinary scenes at the resumed hearing of the case against James Morris Smith, commercial traveller, of Lord-street, Southport, who had been brought before the justices on a warrant charged with neglecting to obey a justices' order and pay his wife £1 per week, the arrears amounting co £ 93.— The Bench ordered tho prisoner to pay E93 or to go to gaol for two months without hard labour.—Th3 prisoner declined to pay,, and was removed in custody.—Mr Bromley said he would apply to the magistrates' clerk for a summons to discharge the order against the prisoner. MAY-DAY DEMONSTRATION.—The residents of Rhyl have decided to hold their annual May-day demonstration on an ex- tensive scale on the 2nd of May. At a meeting of the general committee, held on Saturday, it was decided to offer prizes amounting to 920 for a brass band competi- tion, to be held under the rules of the North Wales Brass Band Association. The hon. secretaries reported that they were complet- ing the arrangements for a successful de- monstration, and that they had engaged the pier and Grand Pavilion for the day, also that they had received many applications from intending competitors in the solo-sing- ing competitions. The May-Queen sub-com- mittee reported that the practices were going on satisfactorily, the May-Queen being Miss Gladys Powell. Mr Lucas Williams had been entrusted with the teaching of the sing- ing* and the Misses Chilwell had charge of th» dancing arrangements. YACHT RACING.—The Marine Lake has been refilled, and on Saturday the members of the Rhyl Yacht Club restarted their weekly races with the 12ft. C.B. boats. There was little wind, and the contest was not of an exciting character, although some skilful handling of the craft was witnessed on the four-mile course. Five boats were launched, viz., Mr J. Pierce Lewis's "Gloria," launched, viz., Mr J. Pierce Lewis's "Gloria," sailed by the owner and Mr H. Lewis the Misses Palethorpe's "Trixie," sailed by Mr C. H. Palethorpe and Mr J. Jones Mr E. Davies's "Eric II. sailed by Messrs Hudson and Allcock; Vice-commodore C. H. Pale- thorpe's "Whisper," sailed by Messrs Mil- burn and T. Evans, jun. and Masters Palethorpe's "Scoter," sailed by the owners. The wind was variable from the north, the start being made at 3.45 under the direction of Mr Nott, officer of the day. In the first two rounds the fleet kept well together, but gradually "Gloria" and "Trixie," two old rivals, drew away, and during the two re- maining rounds changed positions frequently. "Whisper" only completed three rounds of the lake, while "Scoter" was not timed. The result was as follows:—1, "Eric II. 4 hours 55min. 30secs. 2, "Gloria," 5 hours 2min. 20sec. 3, "Trixie," 5 hours 6min. 35 sec. LIBERAL CLUB.-The annual general meeting of members of the Rhyl and Dis- trict Liberal Club was held at the club on Saturday, Mr C. W. Jones, the retiring president, presiding over a large attendance of members. The statement of accounts was submitted by Mr J. W. Jones, honorary secretary, and showed that the club had during the year been self-supporting. The subscriptions from members had been well maintained, and the receipts from the re- creation rooms amounted to close upon £100. There was an adverse balance of about j586, and it was explained that this was the accu- mulation of previous years and had not been added to during the past two years. The committee felt that it was a source of con- siderable satisfaction that the club's receipts I were now equal to its expenditure, and looked forward to still more satisfactory re- sults. The accounts were unanimously ad- I opted, and the means considered of wiping off the debt, nearly one-half of which was promised in the room conditionally upon the whole being wiped off in six months.—Mr I Robert Jolley was elected president for the ensuing year; Rev R. P. Richards, vice- president; Mr Hugh Edwards, hon. trea- surer; and Mr Robert E. Hughes, hon. secretary. A strong executive committee was also appointed. Cordial votes of thanks were passed for their services.—A long dis- cussion took place on the organisation of the Liberal party in Flintshire. I It was decided that the secretary should write to Mr Bryn- mor Jones, M.P., for information with a view of organising the party in Flintshire on the basis of a scheme adopted at the Cardiff Convention.
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FATALITY TO A CARTER.—William Davies, 57 years of age, carter, in the em- ploy of Mr George Alcock, Caerwys, was killed by being run over by a horse and cart on the road near Croeswian, on Wed- nesday. Davies was riding on the shaft of his cart, when he suddenly fell off, and the wheel passed over his chest, inflicting fatal injuria
LLANRWST RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL.
LLANRWST RURAL DIS- TRICT COUNCIL. The annual meeting of the Llanrwst Rural District Council was held on Tuesday.—Mr John Roberts, Pentrevoelas, was re-elected chairman, while the Rev H. Rawson Wil- liams was elected to the vice-chair. — The highways, sanitary and finance committees were appointed.—The chairman was elected to represent the council on the Carnarvon- shire Combined Sanitary Authority.—It was decided to hold the meetings monthly, and on the same Tuesdays as the board of guardians.
FESTINIOG URBAN DIS. TRICT…
FESTINIOG URBAN DIS. TRICT COUNCIL. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN, &e.—At the annual meeting of the council, Mr John Li. Jones was re-elected chairman for the ensuing year, on the motion of Mr H. Ro- berts, seconded by Mc C Roberts; a vote of thanks being passed to him at the same time for his services during the past year. -Mr R. Roberts moved, and Mr C. Roberts seconded, the ref-elaction of Mr William Owen, Plasweunydd, to the vice-chair.—Mi William Owen refused to stand re-election, and proposed the appointment of Mr O. Jones.—Mr O. Jones I, too, refuse to stand.—Mr W. J. Williams As both these gentlemen refuse the office, I propose that Mr 0. J. Owen be appointed.—Mr C. Ro- berts I second that motion, and am soriry that Mr William Owen refuses the honour we wish to confer upon him. Perhaps this will not help him to be selected as chairman in the future.—Mr W. Owen: I protest against these remarks. I have no desire to be chairman.—Mr O. J. Owen then refused the office; and Mr G. E. Jones, who was proposed by Mr John Morgans, subsequently declined the appointment. It was therefore decided that no vice-chairman be elected. FINANCE COMMITTEE.—The following Were elected on the finance committee, being one representative from each ward :—Messrs C. Roberts, Cwmorthin; H. Roberts, Rhiw; E. M. Owen. Bowvdd; 0. J. Owen, Maen- offeren; G. E. Jones, Diphwya John Mor- gans, Conglywal; G. J. Bevan, Teigl; Fran- cis Evans, Oynfal; Lewis Richards, and three additional members, viz., Messrs E. T. Prichard, 0. Jones, and William Owen. TANYGRISIAU SANITARY COMMIT- TEE.—The following comprise the new committee: Messrs W. J. Williams, Cwm- orthin; W. W. Morris, Rliiw Owen Jones, Bowydd; O. J. Owen, Maenofferen; G. E. Jones, Diphwys; Dr R. D. Evans, Congl- ywal;, Messrs Evan R. Jones, Teigl; E. P. Jones, Cynfal; G. H. Ellis, Richard Grif- fiths, William Owen, and E. LI. Powell. ROADS COMMITTEE.—Messrs C. Ro- berts, Humphrey Roberts, Howell Jones, E. H. Powell, E. H. Jonathan, J. Morgans, E. T. Prichard, E. P. Sones, Lewis Richards, Evan R. Jones, E. M. Owen, and Francis Evans. GAS COMMITTEE.—Messrs W. J. Wil- liams, H. Roberts, 0. Jones, William Owen, E. H. Jonathan, John Morgans, E. T. Pri- chard, E. P. Jones, Lewis Richards, Mr Bevan, Mr Richards, and Mr C. Roberts.
PORTMADOC VOLUNTEERS.
PORTMADOC VOLUNTEERS. ANNUAL DINNER. On Wednesday evening, the B Company of the 3rd V.B.R.W.F., met together at the Drill Hall, Portmadoc, to partake of a dinner which had been provided for them by the officers and others, and a most pleasant evening was spent. Captain J. R. Pritchard yrho was promoted to that rank last week, occupied the chair, and he was supported by Lieutenant Smith Twotfij, Sergeants Hughes, D. R. Jones, Crick, and Anderson, Surgebn-major William Jone^-Morris, Mr C. E. Breese (formerly in command of the company), ex-Sergeants Thorpe and Strow- ger, Quartermaster-Sergeant W. R. Owen, &c. Apologies were tendered on behalf of CoL J. S. Hughes, V.D. (who had unfortunately sprained his ankle), and Chaplain Llewelyn R. Hughes, who had gone to Rome. The loyal toasts were duly honoured. In proposing the toast of the "Army and Navy," the president referred to the bril- liant British victory in the Soudan, and the splendid pluck displaye|d by the British Army. The next toast was that of the "Command- ing officer and other officers of the battal- ion," the president observing that they were now a pure Welsh battalion. He coupled with the toast the name of Surgeon-Capt. William Jones-Morris, and it was received with musical honours. In responding, Surgeon Jones-Morris said it afforded him very great pleasure to re- spond on behalf of the officers of the battal- ion. First of all, the honorary colonel was the Marquis of Anglesey, a man who was known as a descendant of one of the most gallant soldiers of the British Army (ap- plause), and one who was ready and willing to do all he could to make the battalion as efficient as any in the volunteer ranks of the United Kingdom. Having spoken in the highest terms of Colonel Rees, Major Tho- mas, and Major Ashley, Dr Morris said the companies had their work cut out for them, and the honour of the battalion rested upon his own individual shoulders (hear, hear). Captadni (Prichard announced, amid ap- plause, that it was his intention to make arrangements for the next winter to have the Drill Hall open during the evenings for the members to meet together to smoke and read the newspapers. The object of a com- pany like that was to form a kind of brother- I hood amongst the men, and the best way to attain that was by throwing open the hall on all occasions. In proposing the "Guests of the evening," viz., Mr C. E. Breese, ex-Sergeants Strow- ger and Thorpe, the president referred to the loss which the company had sustained by the resignation of such an excellent cap- tain as Mr C. E. Breese had been. He (the president) felt the responsibility of keeping up the reputation of that company very keenly, and he appealed to them as men to stick to him and support him in every way. He should endeavour during the year to qualify himself as their captain, and he entreated them all to be faithful to their drills. There were 30 or 40 men who were as efficient as if they belonged to the reserve-they were as good soldiers as if they belonged to the regular army; but they had others who only attended occasion- ally. Mr C. E. Breese responded, and said he was very sorry to hear of the accident which had befallen Lieutenant-Colonel Hughes, who would have been better able to express thetir (feelings. However, he had a. very pleasant task to perform in proposing the health of the "Captain, officers, and mem- bers of that company." In the first place, he congratulated Captain Prichard upon his taking the command of the company (hear, hear). That promotion was well and truly earned (applause). Mr Breese then dealt at some length upon the criticism of one of the London daily, p&pers. upon the volunteer force, and he characterised the attack as a most unjust one, especially in view of the fact that no other country could boast of such a force as we had in Great Britain. In conclusion, he urged the men to support the officers by being regular at drill. Other toasts which followed were "Lieu- tenant Smith Twort," "Instructor Ham- mond," "The Press," and "The ladies." During the evening, songs and recitations were given by Privates Ellis Jones, Rees, James, William Evans, Ellis Griffith, Evan Jonee, &c.
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HOLYHEAD URBAN DIS- TRICT COUJLNOIL. The annual meeting was held on Wed- nesday. Mr Owen Hughes was voted to tho chair. The first business on the agenda was the election of a chairman.—On the motion of Mr W. D. Jones, seconded by Mr John Roberts, Mr Joseph Evans, Chester House, was unanimously appointed.—Mr J. Lansbury moved, and Mr J. Webster Ellis seconded, that Mr Joseph Hall should be vice-chairman, and this was also carried.- The greatest interest was evinced in the election of the free library committee, es- pecially the outsiders. The committee form- erly consisted of seven members from the council and seven non-members of the coun- cil. The number was now increased to 24 by a majority of one. The following were elected from the council —Canon Thomas (vicar), Messrs J. Hall, J. W. Ellis, T. Slater, J. Lansbury, J. Roberts, David Wil- liams, Owen Hughes, R. E. Pritchard, W. D. Jones, Rev John Hughes, and Captain W. H. Edwards. Twenty-nine were nomin- ated for the 12 seats of those outside the council. In the first counting, nine were de- clared elected, receiving the number of votes following their respective names:—R. J. Johns, 18; T. G. Hughes, Castle House, 18; Miss Adeane, 17; Miss Griffith, Fron- deg, 17; Miss Edwards, Rose Mount, 16; Miss Annie Roberts, 14; Mr Orr, supt. engineer, North-Western Marine Depart- ment, 14; C. E. M. Prichard, 14; R. Mon Williams, 14. The second vote yielded the following results —Owen Roberts, Board School, 12 *F. M. Cotton, 11; R. P. Wil- liams, Tabernacle (I.), 11. Indicates former members. 777::7!!=
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In the new volume of essays on Church Reform which Canon Gore is editing, and which, like the "Lux Mundi" collection, will be a composite work produced by several writers, Wales will be represented by a con- tribution on "The Increase of the Episoo" pate," by Mr W. S. de Winton, who has for many years taken a keen interest in eccles- iastical movements.
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"u LINSEED C 'Mp"UND fTrade Mark) for Coughs and Colds, 9jd, 13Jd. Sold by Chemists only. c431w
L1-1 NORTH WALES BOTTLERS'…
L 1 -1 NORTH WALES BOTTLERS' ASSOCIATION. The sixth animal general meeting of the Council of the North Wales Mineral Water, Ale, and Porter Bottle Protection Society was held at the Castle Hotel, Carnarvon, ou Wednesday. Amongst those present were y Mr S. Dunpliy (chairman), Mr D. T. Edwards, Carnarvon; Mr James Hughes, Mr H. A. Steers, Rhyl; Mr Beet ham, Llanrwst; Mr Andrews, Mr J. Littler, Llandudno and Mr W. G. Mobley, Llandudno.—The annual re- port and balance-sheet, which were adopted and confirmed, showed that the Association's le^al expenses amounted considerably more than la-st year, including £6 Os 6d incurred in a prosecution at Portmadoc, and £ 3 13s 6d re charges in a case against the Associa- tion. The number of bottles returned to members through the stores was some 4000 dozen, valued roughly at E250. During the year the Association lost two members through death, viz., Messrs Rowlands and Pocock, of Bangor; and also Mr Joseph Meredith, who acted as the representative of Captain Lester, and gave his services in 2/uditing the accounts. The. baimce-sheet showed a balance p.-ofit of £ 31 on the year. Mr James Hughes proposed, and Mr W. eL Mobley seconded, that Mr Dunphy be re-elected president, and it was carried un- animously.—Mr Duaiphy briefly returned thanks for the honour conferred upon him by the Association. Mr Dunphy moved, and Mir Littler se- conded, that Mr D. T. Edwards be re-elected Y'ice-presidait.—Carried unanimously. On the motion of Mr Dunphy, seconded by Mr D. T. Edwards, the following were elected members of the council:—Messrs Hill, Llandudno Mr Andrew, Mr Mobley, and Mr Nicholson, Conway. Mr D. T. Edwards proposed, and Mr H. A. Steers seconded, that Mr James Hughes be appointed director of the National As- sociation of Mineral Water Makers, to re- present this Association.—Mr Steers thanked the members for conferring the honour upon him. After the meeting the members partook of a sumptuous dinner at the Castle Hotel.
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PRESERVING OLD WELSH RE- CORDS.—Mr P. B. Davies-Cooke, J- Gwysaney, one of the members of' m:ss:on Parish Council, has obtained the p 0i(ip_ of that authority to have repaired of the churchwardens' books with the Parish Church. The book is more than 200 years old, and Mr Davies-Cooke has undertaken to have the volumes repaired at the British Museum at his own and to see that it is safely restored. I "LINSEED COMPOUND" (Tra,cfP Mark) for Cougbs and Cold! 9J3, 13$d. Sold bv Cbemists only. c431w
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j CARNARVON BOROUGH PETTY SESSIONfc. I MONDAY.—Before the Mayor (Dr Parry),, R. Thomas, Esq., W. Hamer, Esq., J. R. Pritchard, Esq., M. T. Morris, Esq.. Ed- ward Hughes, Esq., Dr Griffith, and J. P. Gregory, Esq. DRUNKENNESS.—John Prichard, Pool- side, was fined for drunkenness.—Morgan Ellis, Eleanor-street, was also charged with drunkenness. Defendant denied being but admitted having being kicking football in the street. If he was charged with that why didn't they summon also the mayor's son—Robert David was his name, was it not t (loud laughter). He did not see why a poor man like him should be summoned and the mayor's son allowed to go scot free (laughter).—The Bench considered the man to be too intoxicated to be tried and ordered him to be detained in custody for 48 hours. A LICENSING PROSECUTION.—A smartly-dressed young jy/irl, named Mary Lizzie Williams, who had once been em- ployed as a barmaid at the County Vaults, was summoned for being on licensed pre- mises during prohibited hours.-Sergeallt. Owen swore that on Thursday morning, about 12.45, he visited the King's Head and found the door closed. He went in after the door was opened and found a man named Evan Evans in the kitchen. In a small back parlour he saw the defendant sitting on a bench and two men on other benches. He believed the defendant belonged to Nantlle. The landlady told him that they were pre- paring to go to bed. The defendant was under the influence of drink.—In cross-ex- amination The defendant had been em- ployed at the County Vaults.—P.C. Evans (34) gave corroborative evidence.—Sergeant Jones swore that when the defendant was served with a summons she admitted having a glass or two too much, and she had been persuaded to stay there all night.-For the defence it was contended by Mr Richard Ro- berts that the defendant had met a friend and her uncle, and had arranged to remain in the King's Head over night. The fact that she had remained in the house all night protected her against the charge, for she was a lodger in the house all night.—The defen- dant said she was the daughter of Mr Robinson's quarry manager, but as she had a step-mother she could not stop at home, and for the last six years she had been employed as a barmaid. When out of em- ployment she generally went to lodgings, and this was the case on the night in question. Her uncle, Mr Evan Evans. was staying in the house that night and arranged with the landlady for the lodgings.—Mrs Jones, the landlady, gave corroborative evidence.- In the course of the hearing, it trans- pired chat for some nighrs previously the defendant had been staying with a friend in Crown-street, where her boxes still remained, and in cross-ex- amination she admitted that she did not like to go there that night because she smelled of drink.-The Bench, after a long retire- ment, said that they were divided, and would give the defendant the benefit of the doubt. The case was dismissed, but the Bench were unanimously agreed that there very suspicious circumstances in connection with the case, and hoped it would be a lesson to the defendant and to the landlady. The Bench also unanimously agreed that the police had done quite right in bringing the matter before them. 0 TRANSFERS.-The license of the Rose and Crown Inn was transferred to Mr Hugh Williams; and that of the Adelphi Hotel to Mr W. H. Wilkinson.