The Weekly News and Visitors' Chronicle for Colwyn Bay Colwyn Llandrillo Conway Deganwy and Neighbourhood

COLWYN BAY. TWOPENCE A POUND Reduction in Tea Duty. For good, honest value call at Station Road, and try ROBERTS' tea at is. 6d. 522 E. NEEDHAM, 16, Station Road.—Agent for Loewe's Pipes, De Reske Cigarettes, High Grade Tobaccos, Havana Cigars. 598 FOR PROMPT AND REGULAR DELIVERY of Newspapers, Periodicals, Magazines, &c., go to the "Weekly News" Office, Station Road, Colwyn Bay. A BARONET'S POOR RATE.-At the Presta- tyn Sessions last week Mr. W. Bulcock presid- ing, Sir Pyers W. Mostyn, Bart., of Talacre Hall, near Prestatyn, was summoned by the Overseers of the parish of Llanasa for non-pay- ment of a portion of poor rate, amounting to £ 2 16s. 6d. Sir Pyers and Lady Mostyn were in Court. Mr. A. Lewis Jones (on behalf of Messrs. Bromley, Jones & Co.) appeared for the Overseers, and on the case being called, the ad- vocate said*" they were desirous of withdrawing it. Mr. J. Amphlett (of Messrs. Porter, Am- phlett & Jones, Colwyn Bay, Conway and Llan- "I r t" Tli- -I L1.L .t. rwst), who appeared ior oir ryeis, saiu iudi mc portion of rate objected to was in respect of a school, which was a Voluntary one, and not liable to be rated. About ninety children were taught there, and the school was open to any child who cared to attend. The education was entirely free, and the old system of the Vicar of the parish going about collecting subscriptions was entirely done away with, the whole of the expense being defrayed by Sir Pyexs. No one but a body of Overseers would think of rating the premises. The amount claimed for the cottages would be paid. The case was allowed to be withdrawn. A BAD CASE.—At the Petty Sessions on Saturday a married woman named Ellen Davies, who had summoned her husband for assault, ap. plied that the case should be withdrawn. She told the Court that everything was settled and that she had forgiven her husband. The Chair- man (Mr. Kneeshaw) ascertained that the Super- intendent of Police, 'Mr. Hugh Jones, had no reason to think that justice would be defeated if the application were granted, and the case was accordingly struck out.—A second case against the husband, John Davies, of 29, Park Road, was, however, called. In this the com- plainant was another woman, named Grace Hughes, living at 70, Park Road. "Do you wish the case withdrawn?" asked the Chairman. "I do not wish to withdraw at all," was the reply. It was then decided to go on with the case. The defendant was not present, and he was at once sent for, and on his arrival the complainant, Mrs Hughes, said that on the morning of August 28th she heard screams, and on going to the door she found that Davies had dragged his wife into the roadway. She went and asked what he was doing, taking hold of his hand, whereupon he released! his wife and,, hit the complainant on the chin, loosening two teeth. The defendant, who pleaded guilty, said he bad settled the case by paying 10s. to Mrs. Hughes.—The Chairman (to the complainant) Is that so?—The Complain- ant Yes. Mrs. Davies, his wife, gave me the money.—The Chairman said that the case was a bad one all round. The complainant was try- ing to protect the defendant's wife when he struck her this serious blow. A fine of ten shillings and costs was imposed. THE BABY CASE.—One of the headings given to the "Manchester Guardian'" report of last Thursday's inquest was, "Charge against a Welsh servant." The following appeared in Saturday's issue of the "Manchester Guardian" —A Welsh correspondent writes tor point-out that the young woman against whom a charge of mur- der was preferred at Colwyn Bay this week was not a "Welsh servant girl" she had only been in Wales five months. DRUNK AND INCAPABLE.—At a special Court on Tuesday morning, a labourer named Richard Ward, of Birmingham, was brought up before Mr. James Wood, charged with being drunk and incapable in Sea View Crescent, at five o'clock on the previous evening.—P.C. Mar. tin proved the case.—Prisoner said that he had been ill for some time and had come to Colwyn Bay to try and get work on the new station.—As Sergeant Rees said he did not press the charge, prisoner was let off with a caution, on promising to leave the town. PETTY SESSIONS.—Mr. Henry Kneeshaw presided over the usual meeting of the Magis- trates, held in the Court Room, Station-road, on Saturday. The other Justices present were Messrs. W. D. Houghton, J. Watkin Lumley, James Wood, William Jones, David Gamble (junr.), Rev. Thomas, Parry, and Mr. T. J. Williams. JOYS OF A GIPSY LIFE.—Timothy Lovell was charged with allowing a horse to stray on the highway.—P.C. R. Evans said that on the morning of July 31st he saw a horse straying on the highway near Brynymaen.—Defendant, who did not appear, was fined 2s. 6d. and 8s. costs.— A distress warrant was issue,d.-M,ath-ew Bryan, hawker, was also charged with allowing six horses to stray at the same time and place. The defendant's son claimed them later. It was stated that Bryan had been fined this year for a similar offence.-Defend'ant, appeared in answer to the charge, and was fined 2s. 6d. in respect of each horse and 7s. 6d. costs. NO LICENSE.—At the Petty Sessions, on Saturday, a young man named William Pope, of 26. Park Road, was fined 2s. 6d. and: 6s. 6d. costs for driving a hackney carriage: m Station Road on September 19th.—Mr. Amphlett stated that the defendant applied to the District Coun- cil for a license to drive, and was refused one.— Defendant's version was that he had been asked by the proper driver of the conveyance to take, it to the station, and was only doing so when stopped. CHILD LABOUR: A WARNING.-George Street, fish and poultry dealer, Sea View Cres- cent, appeared before the Bench, on Saturday, on a charge of having employed a boy named Evan Morris, thirteen years of age.—Defendant plead- ed guilty, and said that the boy had told him he was fourteen.—Mr. Bithell,- school attendance officer, said he had been instructed by the Edu- cation Committee to bring the case forward. Mr Street was aware long ago that the boy was not fourteen. Witness informed him six months ago of the, fact, and had told Mrs. Street since then. He (the officer) said he had called at the defend- ant's house nearly every week about the matter, and the Clerk to the Education Committee (Mr. F. J. Holmes) had written to Mr. Street, in con- sequence of the boy not attending.—The Chair- man said the Bench were of opinion that they must inflict a fine. It was only right that child- ren should attend school and receive the educa- tion provided for them.—Defendant was, fined, ios. and 7s. 6d. costs. DUTCH COURAGE —William Williams, at the Police Court, on Saturday, was charged by P.C. Lewis with being drunk and disorderly on August 25th.—The officer stated that at 6.15 p.m. he was- called! to the Royal Hotel and saw the defendant struggling with the barman,. He re- moved him from the premises. Witness asked him to go home he refused to do so and be- came very violent.—Defendant, « who pleaded guilty, was fined 5s. and 7s. 6d.. costs. A WARRANT.—Robert Kirkpatrick was sum- moned on Saturday by P.C. Lewis for being drunk in Abergele Road. As defendant did not appear, a warrant was issued. NATIONAL SERVICE LEAGUE.The Col- wyn Bay and Conway branch of the National Service League are arranging for a series of meet- ings during the winter, in order to place before the public the aims and objects of the League. At a meeting of the Executive, held at Nether- ton, on Thursday afternoon, with Mr. Charles Reynolds in the chair, it was decided to give an illustrated address in the Public Hall on Novem. ber 6th. Miss Crosfield, the Hon. Secretary, Whose enthusiasm is unabated, is organising smaller meetings in the district, and Captain W. A. Tuxford has undertaken to make the prelim- inary arrangements for a meeting at Conway. On October igth, Mr. Fowler, of Rhos Col- lege, will address the Colwyn Bay Y.M.C.A. on the subject, and an interesting debate is antici- pated. A WELL-TOLD STORY.—"Nobiajs," in "The Hairdressers' Weekly Journal," invites contribu- tion to his "Startling Stories'" Column. In the current number the best story is from the pen of Mr. J. Barker, Station Road, Colwyn Bay, whose graphic account of a strange and even weird ad- venture is related in the happiest possible man- ner.

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I ENGEDI AND RHIW ROAD (C. M.) LIT- ERARY SOCIETY.—A general meeting of mem- bers was held at Engedi Chapel, last Wednes- day, Rev. Robert Roberts presiding. The Trea- surer presented hisi report for the last session, which showed the Society to be in a good finan- cial position. The membership showed a great increase as compared with previous sessions, the total number being 80. The following officers were elected for the coming session.: —President, Rev. Robert Roberts; Vice-Presidents, Mr. Fran- cis Hughs andxMr. W. Williams-Jones; Trea- surer, Miss Nellie A. Roberts, Fern Bank; Sec- retary, Mr. D. Francis Davies; Committee, Messrs. L. M. Burrell, Hugh Williams, T. R. Owen, J. ,0. Davies, W. T. Davies, and R. O. Hughes. It was decided to hold the opening! meeting on Monday, October 29th, and to ask a prominent minister of the Connexion to give an address. MADAME RIVIERE'S CONCERT.—This concert in aid of the funds: of the Cottage Hospi- tal is likely to prove one of the greatest finan- cial successes ever been achieved in the town. I11 addition to the sum of £ 33 ns. which was acknowledged iin our last issue, the following donations have been received:—Hon. Mrs. Laurence Brodrick, £2 2s. Lady Augusta Mos- tyn, £ 2 2S. Mr. and Mrs. D. Gamble, £ 1 is. Mr.' W. Whitehead, £ 2 2s. Mrs. Mould, Oak- hurst, £2 2S. Mrs. E. Edgar, Ci i,s. Mr. F. A. Dew, ios. 6d. Messrs. R. E. Jones & Bros., lOSI. 6d. Mrs. Morris, 5s. Miss Elsie Miarsau, 2S. 6d. Mr. and Mrs. David Gamble, "In memory of Bryan," £100; which, brings the total donations to ^145 9s, 6d. The auction of programmes also realised over £10, some of them bringing over £ 2 ios. It is hoped that as a re- sult of the effort the magnificent sum of about two hundred guineas: will be handed to the Hos- pital. Madame Riviere has earned the gratitude of the whole town by her splendid organisation of this. concert, and great, thanks are due, also, to all those who assisted her in bringing about such a unique success. INTERESTING PRESENTATION.—Mr. W. Sergeant Harrison, son of Mr. J. Harrises, to- bacconist, of Manchester and Colwyn Bay, has been made the recipient of a handsome testi- monial, in the form of a pianoforte (by Hopkin- son) and music-stool, in recognition of his ser- vices, as the able, correspondent of "The Cigar and Tobacco World," to the tobacco and kind- red trades. We congratulate Mr. W. S. Harri- son, who is well, known at Colwyn Bay, upon the form of thei testimonial and the kind feelings it represents. HOCKEY.—The Hockey Club will open their season on Saturday, when they will be "at home." to Llandudno, on the Prince's Drive grounds. The home team will be represented by :—Goal, Anderson backs, Percy Kay (capt.), and J. H. Wood; halves, Ryle Davies, A. Evans. Hughes, Fred Bateson; forwards, Leigh Matthews, Ray O. Book, R. A. Book, A. N. Wills, R. Insull. Bully-off, 3 o'clock. Umpire, L. V. Cousins. PIER CONCERTS.—The musical season at Colwyn Bay, probably the most brilliant of the series, has drawn to a close. The, final concerts were held on Saturday and Sunday evenings, the attendance on each occasion being very fair for the time of year. A special feature of Saturday evening's concert was Mr. Herbert J. Miller's performance of a c-encert-stuck of his own com- position, for which the clever pianist was deserv- edly encored. The vocaliists, were Miss May Peters (contralto), and Miss Hicks-Lynes (so- prano), both of whom were compelled to respond to encore demands. At Sunday evening's con- cert a very good solo work was done by mem- bers of the orchestra, amongst them Messrs. Ro- berts (violin.), Gowings (trombone), Fritz (home), Frassind (flute), and Strong ('cello). ALTRINCHAM SHOW.—Among the success- ful exhibitors in the pigeon and poultry section at this show, last week, was Miss R. B. Bab- cock, of Old Colwyn. TRAIN SERVICE.-W.e would remind our readiersl of the great alteration which has been made in the local train service, which is now practically the same as during last winter. Y.M.C.A.—The members' annual meeting was held in the Association Rooms, on Friday last. The Chairman of Committee, Mr. R. R. Phillips, presided. The Hon. Treasurer, Dr. H. Nuttall, and the Hon. Secretary, Mr. J. W. Adamson, were also present. The Chairman briefly sum- marised the work of the past year, and said he trusted each, member would do his utmost to forward the interests of the Association. Resi. dents had to some extent supported the work, but it was felt if the number of subscribers were increased it would materially lighten the burden in some quarters. The basis of the Association was such that practically every resident could render assistance. It was the only common ground where Christian men of whatever de- nomination could meet, and as such it should be generously and systematically supported. The President had most liberally contributed to the funds, and it was through his generosity that it was possible to present a satisfactory balance- sheet. The General Secretary gave a report of the year's work, and outlined the programme for the coming winter. Several lectures, debates and addresses had been arranged for. Among those to be announced for the next two months were the debate on "Military training in schools," the; lecture on. "X. Rays" by Dr. Nuttall, and an address, on "Some aspects of citizenship." Rev. J. G. Haworth was unani- mously re-elected President. The Vice-Presidents were likewise re-elected. Some sixteen nomina- tions for the eight vacancies on Committee hav- ing been entered, it was necessary to elect the eight required by ballot. The Committee as it now stands is comprised of the following:—Mr. S. Jones (Chairman), Mr. J. W. Adamson (Vice- Chairman), Messrs. A. E. Alley, T. Brackstone, D. Greenfield, E. R. Gibbons, R. Jackson, R. Jones, Evan Owen, W. H. Prichard, A. J. Par- sonage, R. D. Pickering, R. R. Phillips, A. H. Summers, and W. H. Wichelhaus. APPRECIATION OF THE COLWYN BAY SURVEYOR.—Mr. Jones, who has for the last seventeen years been the Engineer and Survey- or to the Colwyn Bay Urban District Council, was paid a high, compliment by the Association of Municipal and County Engineers at their last meeting, when they elected him the Honorary Secretary to the Association for the North Wales District. We are pleased to observe the honour bestowed on him, as Mr. Jones has been respon- sible for some very important public works dur- ing his period of office in Colwyn Bay, and he has had a great share in the exceptional progress which has taken place during that time. We hope that his position as a member of the Coun- cil of the Association may induce them to hold one of their Conferences at Colwyn Bay, when we feel sure the members of the Association, will be greatly interested in the responsible works that have recently been carried out for the dis- trict, which will also be the means of making the town, better known, to a large number of pro- fessional gentlemen from all parts of the coun- try. GENEROUS GIFT.—We have unofficially been informed that Mr. an-di Mrs. David Gamble, of Ratonagh, have very generously given the handsome sum of Cioo towards the movement for providing a children's' cot at the Cottage Hospital. A feature of the matinee concert given in the Pavilion last week, and so cleverly organised by Madame Riviere, was the success achieved by Major C. M. Eales, of the 41st Dogras, in the capacity of amateur auctioneer. Six copies- of the programme printed on satin (another example of art printing from the "Weekly News" Office) were put up for public competition, and realised' over ten pounds in aid of the Hospital. Mrs. Eales is a daughter of Mrs. Crosfield, of Bryn Eithin, and with her husband is spending a brief holiday at Colwyn Bay. It was very kind on the part of Major Eales, a stranger to the town, to take such an active interest in a local movement. A PROMISING VOCALIST.—Saturday even- ing's audience at the Victoria Pavilion applaud- ed very warmly the efforts of a gifted amateur, in the person of Miss Winifred Hicks-Lynes, who has been paying a visit to the town. Miss Hicks-Lynes possessesl a mezzo-soprano voice of pleasing quality, and is in a marked manner gift- ed with the artistic temperament. It is, we un- derstand, her intention to enter the musical pro- fession, and we shall always be pleased to hear of her successes. Miss Hicks-Lynes has receiv- ed excellent training in Paris and in London. A MESSAGE OF THE SEA.—Mr. W. Pryce- Davis, Secretary of the Victoria Pier, last week received a letter enclosing a copy of a handbill issued by the Cadets at Colwyn Bay. It appears that a short time previous the bill had been placed in a bottle by someone with a request that whoever found it should return it to the Pier at Colwyn Bay. The papers were then placed into I a bottle and dropped into the sea, and the bottle was picked up on the beach at Blackpool.