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

LLANFAIRFECHAN. ASSOCIATE TO FELLOW.—We notice that Mr. Herbert North has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Institute of British Architects. SUCCESSFUL RUMMAGE SALE.-Gr,,t attended the annual rummage sale. of which Mrs. Watkin Davies had charge, and which took place on Saturday last. The ladies who presided at the different stalls were as fol. lows:Miss Mansley, Miss Gatchell, Mrs. Samuels, Miss Lowe, Mrs. Llewelyn Jones, Mrs. C-lift-on Hugh?,2?s, Miss Huz?hes,, Mrs. Lloycl, Miss Owe.,n, Miss WhittakeT, Mrs. Timmir,,s, Miss Wi-- -U -I -3?- '-an (Pla,s Menai). Wil?li is DEATH OF MRS. GRIFFITHS, PLAS FARM.-It is with feelings of deep regret that we announce the death, which occured on Thursday afternoon, of Mrs. Griffiths, wife of Mr. David Griffiths, of Plas Farm. The sad end came ■after a somewhat protracted illness. Mrs. Griffiths was the daughter of Mr. Ellis Evans, Plas Iolyn, Pentrevoelas, and sister to Mr. David Evanls,the well-known ca'jtle dealer of that neighbour hood. She lived with her father in the historical home until about 15 years ago, when she married Mr. David Grffiths and settled down with him at Plas Farm. She soon became very popular in the neighbourhood m and along with her husband took an active in- terest in all movements connected with the chapel which they attended. The interment took place on Monday at the public cemetery, the funeral being of a representative character. The Revs. W. Matthews, R. Richards (Rhyl), and H. M Roberts (Rhydlydan) officiated at thie house, and the Rector (Rev. Watkiin Davies) at the church and at the graveside. The chief 'mourners included Mr. David Griffith (hus- band), Miss Griffith (sister-in-law), Mrs. Davies, Fedw Arian Bala (sister) Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Plas Iolyn (brother-in-law and sister) Mrs. Griffith, Conway-terrace, Llanrwst (sister-in- law) Mrs. Roberts, Bryn Gwy-n, Llanuwch- llyn (niece) Mrs Hughes, Stores, Bala (niece) Mrs. Jones, Penrhyndeudraeth (niece) Messrs. David and Ellis Davies, Penrhyndeudraelth (nephews) Mr. Robert Evan Davies (Tre- madoc (nephew) Mrs. Evans, Plas Iolyn (nde-ce); Mr. Evan (nephew), and Mrs. Evans, Bettws-y-Coed Mr. Robert Henry Evans, Blaencoed (nephew) Mr. David Cadwaladr Griffith, Denibigh (nephew) Mr. Arthur Owen Rabert's (nephew), and Mrs. Roberts, Stock- port Mr. Jones, station-master, Conway (nephew), and Mrs. Jones; Mr. John Roberts, J.P., Pentrevoelas; Mrs Roberts. Voelas Hotel, Pentrevoelas Mrs. Roberts, Shop, Yspytty; Miss Pritchard. Hafod y Maidd; Messrs. Ro- bert Hughes, Hafod y Garreg; Mr. William Hwyrfryn Jones, Gwern Hywel Mr. David Ellis Roberts and Mrs. Roberts, Llandudno Junction Mr. Thomas Griffith, LlaiIliIug; Mr. H. J. Williams, Bryn Coch, Llanbetris; Mr. Thomas Morris and Miss Lizzie Rowlands, Llanberis; Mr. Morris Jones, Ll-anberis; Mrs. T. J. Wheldion, Banigor. and Mrs. Thomas. Plas Menai. The funefral arragements were efficient- ly carried out by Mr. T. J. Owen, Llugwy Cot. tage, and Mr. Fred. Jones. Floral tributes were ■sent by Mrs. North, Plas; Mr and Mrs. Herbert North, Wern Isa" Mr. J. B. Davies, Hafod Coed; Mrs. T. J. Wheldon and Miss Wheldon, Bangor; "the family," Garfield House; Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Eames. Trigfa Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Morgan, Llys Helyg; Mr. A. Harrison and family. Llanfair-fechan Hotel; "Llanerch faimily"; Mrs. Bright and Mrs. Gocidall; Nil" W. Glyn Jones, South Wales; Mr. and Mrs. Williams, Preswylfa; Mr. and Mrs. MoMichan and family. SITE OF THE NEW SCHOOI,The new County Council school is to be erected in the field lying between Caersalem C.M. chapel and the English Presbyterian Church, a site which allows of a frontage to the main road. The County Council's architect and one or two other officials have- already been making in. vestimations on the spot.

HOLYHEAD. THE BATTLE OF MAILS.—A splendid letter from the pen of Mr R. J. Jones, Babame House, Holyhead, advocating Holvhead as a suit- able port of call for the American Mails, appears in the "Journal of Commerce" of December gth. The letter is very ably written, and presents convincing proofs that the port can only be adopted to the purpose named. As to the expenditure involved on such a scheme, he boldly declares that the cost should he borne by the Government, that the L. A N. W. Ry. might reasonably be expected to contribute, and that there is no reason why Anglesea in general or Holyhead in pnrticular should be called upon to provide any of the funds.

BLAENAU FESTINIOG. TEMPERANCE.—Mr Caradog Rhydwen ad- dressed a Temperance meeting at Bethania Chapel j last Thursday evening, presided over by the Rev. Rhydwen Parry. In the course of his remarks Mr Rhydwen referred to the fact that Britain spent over seventy million pounds a year in order to defend the Empire. This was the annual cost of maintaining the Army and- Navy. But there is reason to fear and believe that our worst and most dangerous enemy has for many years been left unchecked to play havoc upon the morals and character of the nation. That enemy was the liquor traffic. It had proved an enemy in many senses. First of all it had been to a great extent the cause of the nation's physical deterioration. Alcohol, accordingtothe highestmedicalauthorities, was injurious even in the smallest quantities to a healthy man. Some argued that it has been successfully employed as a medicine. That might be so. But, what might be beneficial to a sick person, was very often quite the contrary to a healthy person. Drink was an enemy to a man's prosperity. Our country spending as it did about £ 170,000,000 a year upon liquor was bound to suffer for it. Much of the poverty of to-day was in consequence of intemperance. It had been said that there were some millions on the verge of starvation in England, but there was no consistency in expecting things to be different. Surely there were better ways of spending all this money than wasting it on this flowing damnation. With one year's drink bill provision could be made for keeping upwards of 500,000 homeless children until they were 18 years of age, and able to support themselves a little. Or, with it the National Debt could be cleared in five years. Or, with one year's drink bill over 10,000 missionaries could be kept for thirty years at £ 500 each per annum. For every million spent upon protecting the health of the people, ten millions were spent upon undermining it. For every pound expended upon the education of the nation, twenty pounds were wasted upon that which brought men lower than that of the animal. In short, drink was making a mockery of our civilisation (applause). Y. M. I.-On Wednesday night, Mr E. T. Edmunds, B.Sc., read an interesting paper on Greek Philosophy." PROMOTED.—Mr Evan O. Edwards, cashier at the Metropolitian Bank, has been promoted to the Llangefni branch. LIBERAL CLUB.—On Friday night, Mr Morgan E. Phillips, B.Sc., opened a discussion on rhe question of Bible teaching in elementary schools. Mr W. Mon Roberts presided, and among those who contributed to a spirited debate were Messrs R. J. Williams, W. W. Parry, Griffith Roberts, T. J. Owen, J. Cadwaladr, and the Chairman. FESTINIOG RAIL W A Y.- The Directors held a meeting at Portmadoc last week, and subse- quently made a visit of inspection of the line. It is understood that the appointment of a successor to Col. J. S. liughes, V.D., as manager, came up for consideration, and that the new manager will take up his duties at the beginning of next year. FALL OF ROCK.—A huge fall of rock took place at the Oakeley quarries on Sunday last in the early afternoon. Luckily all the workmen were away at the time, and therefore no injuries or deMhs occurred. There was a very loud crash at the time, which was heard from a great distance, and many people visiifed the of the fall on Monday. SHEEP DOG TRIALS.—Mr. William, Ro- berts, Bwlch Migneint, Festtimiog, was the for- tunate winner of a third prize at the sheep- dog trials at Llanfihaingel G.M. on Thursday last. The contest' was very keen all round and the entries numerous. ST. DAVID'S MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.—Mr. Wallser Davies, Cae'rblaidd, gave a lecture on Switzerland, under the auspices of the above Society on Tuesday evening Last. The Vicar presided and the lecture was illustra- ted by limelight views. 'Mr. T. J. Evan?, Towyn Road, providing his- very powerful lan/term. The lecturer gave- ain amusing account of the advice ha received before sitartinig on his journey. One friend advised him to provide against the cold climate of the country; another against its op- pressive heat; and another strictly enjoined him to' take a tea basket with him. The Vicar proposed, and Mr. Dawes seconded, a hearty vote of thanks to Mr. Davies, and the meeting closed with the singing of the National Anthem, MT. Lloyd Roberts leading.

LLANGERNYW. PERSONAL.—Many local readers will be pleased to learn that Mr. Robert O. Williams, son of the latte Mr. O. Williams, C.M. deacon, and of Mrs. Williams, Shop, Llangernyw, has completed his college career and has been ac- knowledged pastor of the C.M. church at Dodge, ville. U.S.A. DEATH.—The death occured on Friday, after a brief but severe illness, of Mr. Maurice Owen. FrOin Wen. The burial took place on Tuesday at Llangernyw-. The deceased was highly re- spected in the neighbourhood, and much sym- pathy if expressed for his widow and' family in- their sad bereavement. TEMPERANCE.—A temperance meeting was heild at Llangemyw C.M. chapel on Friday night, presided over by Mr. Elias Davies. Pen- y-Bryn. Recitations were given bv Mr. David Hughes, Tuhwnt i'r A-fon, and Mr. Peter S. Williams. Cefin ISIaf. Addresses were also given by Messrs. Peter Williams. Da. vliid Williams, and J. Ellis Jones. It was arranged to hold the nexit temperance meeting at Garnedd chapel. ENTERTAINMENT.—On Friday evening, an entertainment was held at the school, when the Llannvst Amateur Dramatic Society performed a couple of farces- entitled "Paddy's Ghost," and "The Quiet Family." The characters were sustained by the following:—Messrs. Gren. Jones, George Chisholim, J. B. Knight, and Arthur Evans, with Mrs. Groom. Misses Groom, Evans, and Katie Owen. Several selections were also given on. the gramophone by Mr. J. O. Jones. There was a full house, and the pro- ceeds were in aid of the Society, so as to en- able them to secure scenery.

TALYBONT ALUMINIUM WORKS.—The contractors for this Company are now preparing for laying the pipes to convey the water down the hillside, the greater part of the incline for hauling the piiipes having been laid. It has now been decided to take the pipes under the pipe of the Cowlyd Board when crossing the main road near Plas Rhaiadr. thus doting away with the necessity of raising the level of the road in this part. CANADIAN SUCCESS.—The many friends of the sons of Mr. William Williams, Bod. gwynedd, will be pleased to hear that their talents ame being recognised in th? Canadian town of Toronto. Mr. John WiUiams took prizes in a Welsh Eisteddfod held in the town for solo singing and poetry, and Mr. Owen Williams proving successful as a reciter. EISTEDDFOD.—The singers are very busy preparcing for the Christmas Eisteddfod to be held in oonnootilOn with the Talybont C.M. Chapel. We understand that the inrocpects are very promising of a successful meeting. ESTATE AGENCY.—Captain Douglas-Jones, the Estate Agent. of General and Mrs. Gough, has been appointed estate agent for he Alumi- nium Corporation, Limited, for theiir Doligarrog Estate.

CAERHUN. PARISH COUNCIL.—A meeting of the Oatel- hun P,aT-,ii-,h Council was, called for Saiturdalv ,e?ve,-iiing ? but as only five memb?Ts pre&ented themselves no quorum could be formed.

I LLANRWST. I PREACHERS.—The following will be the I preachers for next Sunday:- Parish Church Rev D. C. Davies. Rector. St. Mary's (English): Rector. Rev. D. C. Davies. Zion (C.M.): Rev. Thomas Jones, Rhostyllen. Scotland Street (C.M.): Rev R. Mathews, Amlwch. Horeb (W.): Mr. Morris, Aber. St. James (W.) (English): Mr. H. T. Pearson, Llandudno. Tabernacle (C.) Prayer Meeting. Mr. R. T. Roberts. Ebenezer (C.): Sermons. Penuel (B.) Rev. E. Evans, Bangor. Breton (R.C.) Mission Holy Communion, 8; parochia, mass, 11 Gwasanaeth Cymraeg, 6-30.—G. M. Treboall O.M.I. A GREAT CLEARANCE SALE now proceed- ing. Surprising bargains in all departments of summer goods.—R. Williams & Sons. 2371 ALL THE LATEST LINES.—Goods suitable for Christmas Presents to he had from R. BERRY, Jeweller, Coventry House, Denbigh-street, Llan- rwst. 3099 A HUNTING SQUIRE'S BEQUESTS.—Mr. Edmund Kyffin Lenthall, of Besselsleigh, Berks, and of Maenon-hall and Belmont, Llanrwst, J.P., a typical hunting squire, the last survivor of the famous Tor Wood run of Christmas Eve, 1845, eldest son of the late Mr Kyffin John Wm. Lenthall, High Sheriff of Carnarvonshire in 1828, a descend- ant of Sir Rowland Lenthall of Azincourt fame, and of Mr Wm. Lenthall, the Speaker of the Long Parliament, left £ 3180 for charitable purposes, life annuity of ;650 to his housekeeper, and life annuity of £3° to his farm bailiff, T. Grainger, and if his wife should survive him an annuity to her of £ 26 from his death, and numerous bequests and annuities to other servants. Mr Lenthall, who died on 24th July last, at the age of 85, left estate valued at £ 86.924 gross, including £ 34,828 in net personality. Among his bequests for charitable and public uses were the following :— £ 1,000 to the Radclilfe Infirmary, Oxford ,Ci,ooo to the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children f i,ooo to the Royal Society for the Pre- vention of Cruelty to Animals; .Cl ioo for the up keep of the fabric of Besselsleigh Church, and £ 80 for the upkeep of the fabric of Yelford Church, and he directed that the nave of Besselsleigh Church is to be reseated with oak seats at the expense of his estate. POPULAR ENTERTAINMENTS.—On Tues- day evening, a meeting was held with a view of forming a committee to arrange for a series of popular entertainments for Saturday evenings from 8 to 10 p.m., at the Concert Hall, admission to which will be one penny. CHURCHMEN'S SOCIETY.—The fortnightly meeting of this Society was held on Monday even- ing, presided over by Mr H. J. W. Watling, J.P., when a paper entitled Popular Misconceptions was read by the Rev. Ben. Jones, Rector of Pen- machno. Mr Jones dealt with the misconception regarding the origin and foundation of the Church, afterwards dealing with the Reformation and en I dowments. The discussion was taken part in by the Rector, Rev D. C. Davies, Messrs C. T. Allard, T. Latimer Jones, ^ut>t. Woolam, Albert Hughes, Thos. Thomas, D. G. Wilson, and John Jones. On the motion of the Rev. D. C. Davies, seconded by Mr. I'li "S -?t lieartv vote of tlianl,?s was tccorde? 0 to the rev. gentleman for his excellent paper. POOR RELIEF FUND.—A meeting of the Poor Relief Fund was held on Tuesday evening, at the Council Room, presided over by Mr William Hughes. There were also present Mrs Watling, Miss Hill, Mrs John Williams (Conway Terrace), Miss S. Jones (The Bull), Mr E. Jones Owen (N. & S. W. Bank, Treasurer), Mr Maurice Williams, and the Hon. Secretary, Mr J. D. Jones, A, very if?7ing report wa grat s [)resented. OD the motion of Mr M. Williams, seconded by Miss Hill, the report was adopted, and Mr J. E. Jones (N. & S. W. Bank), was appointed auditor. It was further resolved that the balance now in hand be kept in case of need at a future time. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the Hon. Secretary for the excellent way in which he carried on the work, the same being accorded to Miss Leighton, who was unable to be present that evening, being indisposed, for the excellent work she had done both with the breakfast and the soup kitchen, and to all the ladies who had so kindly given their time and labour to make the movement such a success. HOREB LITERARY SOCIETY.-At the weekly meeting of this Society held on Monday evening, presided over by Mr. Edward Mills, an excel'ent address was delivered by Dr. J. W. Owen on Food and Drink." Others who spoke were Messrs Arthur Parry, H. P. Roberts, T. Herbert Hughes, Robert Roberts, the Chairman, and the Rev. Edward Davies. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.— Wednesday evening's meeting was presided over by Mr J. D. Jones. The debate was opened by Mr J R. Jones, the subject being Registration Reform." Others who took part in the discussion were Messrs C. F. Allard, Lloyd, Darbyshire, Thomas, Rowlands, Phillips, J. D. Thomas, Hughes, W. H. Williams, and O. R. Hughes. AT LLANDUDNO.—On Monday evening the Pev. Richard Rowlands delivered a stirring address on behalf of the Temperance ?ind r, Cruside, u I t y at Siloh Chapel, Llandudno. EDUCATION AUTHORITY.—The monthly meeting was held on Monday, presided over by Mr W. I. Williams, There were also present Rev. William Tlioma^, Rev. W. Cvnwyd Williams, Messrs W. G. Owen, William Hughes, J. R. Wil- liams, T. R. Jones, David Roberts, Edward Mills, with the Deputy Clerk, Mr T. Roberts, and the attendance officer, Mr. Thomas Williams. The Managers resolved to congratulate Mr D. J. Wil- liams, head master of the Council School, on his escape from what mi^lit have been a serious acci- dent through the escape of gas. It was further re- solved that the Insurance Company be called upon to repair the damage done by the explosion. On the motion of the chairman, seconded by Mr Wil- liam Hughes, a vote of sympathy was passed with the Clerk, Mr J, E. Humphreys, in his bereave- ment by the dentil of his wife. The Chairman was deputed to take the message to the Clerk. SOCIALIST FELLOWSHIP.—There was a good attendance of the members of the above fellowship on Thursday, in the Central Restaurant, and a pleasant surprise awaited them in the presence of Mr W. Piggott, who so eloquently I' pleaded on behalf of Socialism in Llanrwst a few months ago. An excellent paper on "Old Age Pensions was read by Mr Herbert Roberts, Bridge Street, after which Mr Piggott delivered a stirring address upon the same subject. It was decided In I _gestio-,i bl'()ulht For- the same irieet'ng that the -,ug 11 ward a few weeks at-o, relating to a CliristiTit, dinner for the i)eedy children of Llanrwst sliould be carried out. A unanimous resolution was passed to the effect that the inhabitants of Llan- rwst should be called upon to assist the members to put a little gleam of sunshine in the hearts of the poverty stricken children of Llanrwst, to brighten their lot, if only for one short hour. If there are any ladies or gentlemen who feel inclined to help are asked to forward their subscriptions to Mr Hugh Jenkins, Treasurer, George-street, Llanrwst. FUNERAL OF THE LATE MRS HUMPHREYS.— On Saturday afternoon the re- mains of the late Mrs Humphreys were interred at St. Mary's Churchyard. The deceased lady who had been ailing for a considerable time, and passed 'I away on Wednesday morning, was the wife of Mr J E Humphreys, Bryn Awe!, Solicitor, and Registrar of the Cou ty Court, and came of one of the oldest families of Llanrwst, her grandfather on her mother's side, being at one time Postmaster of this town. She was also a sister of the Misses Faichney, of Bettws-y-Coed. The family being well-known, and highly respected throughout the district. Ihe funeral which was public, was one of the largest ¡ seen for some time The service at the house was conducted in Welsh by the Rev. William Thomas, I pastor of Zion Chapel (of which deceased was a member), assisted by the Rev. Richard Rowlands. C.M., pastor, Scotland-street. Among others pre- sent at the house were the Rector, Rev. Jno. Mor- gan, and Dr. Huw Williams, family medical attendant. Both the drive leading from Bryn Awel and the public road below were lined with hundreds bf mourners from surrounding districts. A proces- sion having been formed, following the hearse was a waggonette, on which were placed the large number of exquisite wreaths which had been received. Next came the six private carriages, conveying the chief mourners, who were as follows:— Mr Humphreys (husband), his mother and brother from Carno, Mr David Faichney (Chester), Mr John Faichney, Bettws-y-Coed (brothers), Miss M. E. Faichney (sister), Mrs Willie Faichney, Anglesey (sister-in-law), Mr T. Connell Smith (nephew), Mr and Mrs Cecil F. DaN,e (nephew and iiiece), inliss y Roberts, Post office (cousin), Mrs Williams, Bethesda (cousin), Mrs Davies, Colwyn Bay (an old friend). Owing to indisposition the' deceased's eldest sister, Miss, Faichney, and her niece, Mrs. Con- niell Smith, were unable to be present. The ser. vice at the church was conducted in English by the Rev. John Morgan (Rector). The bearers, all personal friends of the family, were Messrs. E. Bickers, D. G. Wilson, R. R. Owen, J. Jen- kiins, W. H. Darby-sihire and John Hughes. Wr. a.th.s were sent from the husband, Mr. and the Misses Faichney, Bettws-y-Coed; Mir. and Mrs. David Faichney, Chester; Mr. Faichnfcy, Flonie and Bolbbv, Llanidan; Mr. and Mrs. Conneill Smith, Edinburgh Mr. anl Mrs. Cecil F. Davey, Bettitws-y-Coed; Mr. Llewelyn and Mrs. Humphreys, Ciarno; Miss Roberts, Post Office; Miss S. C. Jones, Beech Grove; Mr and Mrs. Jenkins and children, Eirianfa; Mr. and Mrs. E. P. Hughes, Bryn Conwy Mr. and Mrs Roberts, Eagles Hotel Mrs. Griffiths and family, Trtfriw Mr. and Mrs. H. J. W. Wat- ling, Fron GianlOl; Mr. and Mrs. Blackwall, Hemdre; Mr. E. Jones Owen, N. and S. W. Bank; Mr. C: T. Allard Mr. and Mrs. Mouls- dale, Colwyn Bay; Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Darby- shire, Poplar Grove; Mr. and Mrs. E. Bickers, New Inn.; Mr. and Mrs. Hughes, Union Hotel; Mr. and Mrs. Howard, Gwymfryn; Mr. and Mrs. Roberts, Ash Grove; the office sitlaff; Mr. Thomas Griffith (gardener), Bryn Awel; Annie Jones, Bryn Awel, and Mill'ie Price, Bryn Awel. ZION LITERARY SO,CIETY.-One off the best meetings of the session was held on Fri- day evening, presided over by Mr. T. J. Thomas. Union House, when the debate was opened by Mr. Hughes. N. & S. W. Bank, on "The ad- vantages of Socialism." There was a large at- tendance, the majority of whom: took part in (the discussion. MARKET PRICES.—Eggs, 7 for is. butter, is. 3d. and is. 4d. per lib. fowls, 3s. to 4s. er couple; ducks, 4s. to 5s. per ocVJple pigs (suckers), 15s. to 18s. each; (potatoes, 4s. 6d.. to 4s." gd. per owlt. Next Tuesday will be held the annual Christmas market. 'TE-MPERAN-C.'E.-A meeti,nt', i-ind,et the aus- of the wo?nijen's branch was held at the 1-?joom, Soutiand-stre?et, on Friday cv,n- -1" 1'1 when ?t(h,re was a good -,atheriN, pre4d-d over by the R,v. Fdwar,d Davie? (Horeb), who dehvered a -stimulating address- The meeting | having been opened by Mrr. W. Roberts, songs were rendered by Mrs. Daivie.s-jc)liiie,s, Messrs. Hughes (London House), D. Davies (Llys Me-didyg), Ro- bert (Haulfryn) recitations were givcn by MliiSls Blodwen Hughes, Miss Jones (Denbigh-street), and g'ramaiphone selections by Miss Jones (Cen- Reist,auranit), whils)t the cb,ildren's ehoir tr, gave an excellent rendering of "Dyma Geid- wad. The programme was arranged by Miss Williamis (Gwydiyr House), and Miss Phillips (Bank Buildings). On the motion of Mrs. Wil- liams (Preswylfa) -seconded by Mrs. Rowlands Grove House), a hearty vote of thanks was ac- corded to the friends and President for their s-Tvices. BOARD OF GUARDIANS—The monthly meeting of this. Board was held on Tuesday, Mr Hugh Roberts (Vioe-Chairman) presiding. There were also present ,the Revs. John Gower and J. Ll. Richardis, Me,ssrs. John HughEs and (, is NNI,i'lli,am Will'i?an,. l,loy,cl jone (B?z?utA,s-y-,C,oc?d) (1-Ii-.wcirnvl,v Robert WifJi?:niis, T. T. Robertts John Davies (Bryniog), David Owen (Llan- d'do,- -tberin), job?u Berry, John Daviies (Gw3, D. G. Jones, Rowla,nd Da-vi?,d Iewi?s, Da.v,id Jones, Edward Edwards, and Mer-,td?dth Owen; with the Clerk, Mr. R. R. Owen, the Relieving Officers, Messrs. O. Evans Jones and T. C. ° Roberts; and the Master, Mr. T. J. Thorn las.—The Clerk reported that there were WeTe door paiiipers as agavn,st 35 for the _37 In? c,,orre,ip,,)nd,int, perio,d lac)t yciar. The ou,,t?dO.GT patipc-?-s n)uii?,b.E:,reid 296, as, again-4t 316 for the sarne we-,k of the, previous ye,ar, a d?cerease of -1 I,- -?, 20. The amount spent in relief during the month 11 WaS, rl82 a decre a,.g Of o n the ,3S. i i,d e r'3 17;s ,correi,s The numlber .,pondi?ag mtonth of last year. of tramps relieved was 80, an increase- of 19 on the -oorreisipending period of last year. On the motion of the Rev. J. LI. Richards, seconded by Mr. D. G. Jones, the congratulations of the Board were ex,tended to Mr. Gower on his mar- riage with Miss. Campling, of Rhyl. They wished him long life and much happiness, and trusted he might yet be -of much usefulness to th,- Board. Mr. Gower thanked the Board for their igioo-d wishes. A letter was read from the Local"Government Board, sanctioning the vac. oirnation fees as arranged by the Guardians. A further letter wais read firom the same Board, asking- for the references of the Master and Matron. It was resolfved that the h.ghest pos- sible references be given the Master and Matron expressing the belief of the Board that their aipioointmemt to Wrexham would never cause that Board any regret. A letter was read from the Festiniog Union ashing the Board to pay extra relief to elach pauper chargeable to the FISltllDiQlg- Union of JS. to adults and 6d. to each child. Mrs. Owen, Bryn Ynyr, asked permis- sion -to give her usual treat on New Year s Day. The permission was granted. The Clerk re- ported that a precept had been received from the D,e,,nbi!h C?ounit-y C-ouncil for -C'523 2-S. 6d., of which as to be na:?4 forthwith. f-,843 4-1. 7d. FUNERAL OF MR. OWEN, CAF,'R- GROES.The funeral of Mr. Richard Owen, Ca-e'r Groes, took place on Thursday afternoon, -ait Zion chapel. The service, both at the house and at the graveside was conducted by the Reiv. William Thomas, C.M. The chief mourners were Misses A. and N. Owen (daughters), Mr. William Owen (son.), Mr. O. R. Owen (son), Mrs. Roberts, Sitiation-noad (daughter). Mr. and Mrs. R. Owen, Farm Yard; Mr. and MiriS. John Nantyglyn; Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Owen, Colwyn Biay; Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Jones, Cefn. Ruaibon; Mrs. Davies. Old Colwyn (niece1) Mr.s. Davies, Llys Meirig (stster-in- law) Mr. and Mrs. Owen, Cliff, Llandudno (cousin) Miss Owen, Rock View, Llandudno (cousin) Mr. Richard Owen. Llandudno (cousin). Wreaths were sent by Mr. and Mrs. Ashlev. Plas C-ae>r Groes Mr. and Mrs. Wat- line. Fron Ganol Mr. W. WTTliams and Mr. R. H. Jones. County School; and Miss Phillips. Bank Buildings.

LLAMFIH ANGEL GLYN MYFYR HARVEST FESTIVAL—A vast amount of corn having been just recently gathered in, the harvest festival was held in this parish as late as Decemlber 6th. Holy communion was cele- brated at 10 a.m., the Rev. Benjamin Thomas, B.D.. Festiniog, being the celebrant, assisted by the Rev. Thomas James, B.A., Vicar of the parish. Services were heM at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m., the Rev. B. Thomas being the preacheT at -both.' There was also present the Rev. D. Davies, Idangwrn. who read the service at 6 p.m., and the Rev. R. Jones, Bettws G.G. The collections throughout the day were for the S. Asaph Diocesan Funds.

I Abergele Sparks. It is fully expected that, with a bit of luck, the I Royal Commission on the Church in Wales will have concluded its sittings by Pancake Tuesday 1927. < One of these next days I hope to make it my business to call on most of the gas consumers in the town to ask their candid opinion about the gasworks purchase project. At present it is im- possible to say whether the people are in favour of the scheme or not. < < A young man named George Baker was ordered six weeks hard labour without the option of a fine at the Tower Bridge Police Court on 1 hursday for being concerned in an attempt to send a string of emaciated old horses to the Continent, where it was intended to convert them into palatable saus- ages. What does my friend" Sigma," of London and Llanrwst, think of his favourite dish now, eh?' Pass the mustard, please. Welsh sausages may be dear, but there are no hide-and-seek tricks about their manufacture. Eat up and have another. < You have all heard of flying fish, but that is no. proof that you have seen a swimming hare. You must come to Pensarn to see their funny capers which startle the word's zoolologists now and then. On Tuesday afternoon one of these quick-footed little rodents made things fairly hum amongst the inhabitants of Pensarn. It ran, jumped and dodged with such nimbleness that the people completely lost their equilibrium. Finally, it made a dash for the sea shore, where, like De Wet,. it was fairly cornered. As a last means of escape it plunged into the waves of the pitiless surging sea, but Sam Roberts was not going to lose his prize, so he followed and captured Miss Pussy by the tail—which ends the tale. A Chester grocer was on Monday fined 10s. and costs by the Chester Justices for selling what pur- ported to be coffee, and on analysis was found to contain 90 per cent. of chicory. < < « In the name of common sense, do the Chester magistrates think a 10s. fine adequate punishment for such a gross case of barefaced robbery as this ? At Cardiff the other day a labourer out of work was sentenced to a month's imprisonment for stealing two or three turnips to take home to his starving wife and children. No, by heaven, there is no such thing as justice in the English courts. If the Yankees are 'hard up for bullion, they had better come down to Abergele this week- end, when something like C140 will be paid out between the 140 members of the Aber- gele and District Tontine Sick and Burial Society. This Society, which is registered pur- suant to the Friendly Societies Act, 1896, is an excellent thing for Abergele and district. During the last six months it has paid over £ 10 in sick pay. The Secretary (Mr. A. P. Leigh) tells me that he expects the membership to exceed 200 in 1908. The second session of the new local Parliament (warranted to keep its colour for twenty years) was held in the Lecture Room of the Ship Cafe on Friday evening, under the speakership of Cybi, in the unavoidable absence of the Rev. J. H. Davies, the following gentlemen ruled the show :—Prime Minister, Mr W. P. Morris; Chancellor of the Exchequer, Mr W. H. Jones Chief Secretary foi Ireland, Mr T. H. Owain-Jones Home Secretary, Mr A. P. Leigh; President of the Local Govern- ment Board, Mr T. Owen President of the Board of Education, Mr H. E. Thomas iwho eventually became disgusted with his colleagues and crossed the floor of the House) Minister for Agriculture, Mr J. Davies First Lord of the Treasury (keen on the cash), Mr J. H. Lewis President of the Board of Trade (and said nothing), Mr D. Thomas; Colonial Secretary (who wanted to know the difference between tin tacks and a tax on tin), Mr Walter V. Jones Clerks of the House, Messrs. Stanley Millward, and William Davies Sergeant- at-Arms, Mr Richard Roberts. < < < Three new Bills were introduced to the House, viz The conversion of Ysgubor Ddegwm into a Pinfold Bill; "A Home Rule for Women Bill; and An Airship for carrying persons to Pensarn Bill. The merits and demerits of the three Bills was discussed at some length, the House eventually voting in favour of an adjournment. < < At the conclusion of the meeting a vote of condolence with Mr W. E. Jones, in his very sad distress was passed on the motion of Mr W. P. Morris, seconded bv Mr R. P. Chambers. » A poor billiard player can lick creation at in- venting excuses for bad play. His cue is crooked or else the tip is out of joint, the table is not level, the balls are bonzoline instead of ivory, he can't play his best game by daylight, the cushions are too hard or too soft. he is troubled with a back- ache or his liver is out of order, &c, &c. Whereas the fact of the matter is, he never could and never will play billiards in his puff. But he won't admit it if Old Nick had him. I regret to announce the death of Miss Cart- wright, Girvan," Pensarn, which took place after a contracted illness on Tuesday morning. The Rev. E. Lodwick Ellis, Vicar of Bettws, de- livered a lecture on the History of the Church in Wales," at the Parish Room, on Thursday evening. The lecture was illustrated with lantern slides, manipulated by Mr H. Bedford. ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS. Twrch Daear."—You cannot possibly grow beautiful orchids without a greenhouse. Throw the job up and go in for a crop of dandelions. They would pay you better, too, for you could make pimple pills out of the roots, and capsuloid cough caramels out of the leaves. And think of the fragrant yellow flowers Trembling Tim."—Every member of the Aber- ge!e Patent Parliament is insured, so you may blow them up to smithereens any time you like. Mind the step, and beware of the dog. I .ovesick." I cannot tell you whether Catrin" is a Zulu or a Japanese, nor where she was born. Personally, I don'? think she was born at all. I fancy she was picked up on the seashore. But she is worth her weight in pancakes for all that. Dick Turpin."—If you cannot afford to buy a goose for Christmas, what business have you to keep your eye on one of your neighbours ? Better catch a dozen sparrows and stuff them with jack- daws. Persuade yourself that they are ducks, and you will relish them as much as our cat relishes the couple of pheasants I feed her with every day —perhaps. I am glad to be able to say that the Abergele Council have had a tremendous load of responsi- bility removed from off their chest. I am alluding to the Common Lodging-house. Miss Larson, the tenant, is giving the place up this week, and will be married at the Llysfaen Church on Monday. I would humbly suggest that the Council should have a model of the old landmark made in gold as a wedding present for Miss Larson. She has made a gallant fight against great odds. We are to have one of the best coursing meetings ever held in Abergele in a month's time, when a piece of plate and [85 will be given in prizes. Further particulars to follow. SEARCHLIGHT. Printed and Published by R. E. Jones & Bros., at their Printing Works, The Quay, Conway, and Published at their Central Library, 8, Station Road. Colwyn Bay.