Rhyl Journal

to r L NOTES. roary ruorili, of */a:tingthfCocnci] j > .eivetl the consent of tea Local overnmefct Board to their spending a c in seta <■: cnorev m extending the romer,adt- towards Foryd, but even Lae ficials in Londor. have not yiven their rtcal consent to ihe borrowing r* J1 that is quired to carry ou' the -16-d plans, as p,>re,{ ia accord .ace w'tib tb, recommenda- >n of the Board above. T e fact, however, 'h tnaii1? lha: Ouiui „>re able to carry it the vorfc* as cST proposed and un- joUeJH' the esuit will be that the West hyi Land aru B uing Company, Limited, 'H take sic :J develop their frotit land. sho .» J Dor. Ke the Council long to get riders the job, which might be com- uuced jin the next few weeks. Every- 109 ^ears to be in readiness for the work, id t;ere is no reason why it should not be advanced by the opening of the season. • • The chief top\c Qf discussion at the ;y eeting on Monday last was the question of a-defences at the East End of the town, > id the greater part of the afternoon was :cupied with this matter, The whole sub- ct was well thrashed out, and there was no ( flict of opinion as to the defence works 1lng required. The only question which & use was as to whether the Council should <Y the work solely at the expense of the ratepayers, or call upon the adjacent operty owners to contribute towards the st of the defences. There was also a ■ fference of opinion as to the liability of the ion )uncil, and many nojdoubt will agree with us saying that the ratepayers as a body would *.ver endorse the opinion expressed by the )wn Clerk and several of the Councillors at the Council is not liable for the protec- tion of the foreshore. Apart from the legal f pect of the question the Council is morally ble for the keeping up of the coast de- nces, especially when there is the danger of i rubiic highway being seriously damaged at r distant date. We have repeatedly called it attention of the Council to the fact that f .ar ';= :-f'- i;;e "'i;: 'h1:; on that steps would have to be taken to carry out works of a permanent character. The Coun- cil now propose to spend ft5oo in con- structing sea-defence works and a Promenade, It seems that the sum is more than one might expect defence works would cost for ao short a distance, and it is not unlikely that people will ask for particulars as to what the Council intend doing towards protecting the foreshore to the West of the works now sug- gested by the Road Committee. It will be necessary to do something in that direction soon. It is useless now for the Coun- cil to raise the question as to whether the Marine Drive was properly made or not: they have adopted it, and have spent the £380, which was handed over to them for the maintenance of that road. » Mr Perks raised an important question at the Council meeting on the subject of ey. pending in the present year money which cannot be raised until the next financial year. It is to be regretted that in the past the Council have been in the habit of giving orders for road metalling early in January, « paying the bill for the same after March, so ( that there was always a certain sum of money bespoken for road materials before the rate } was collected or even made. A sum of £ 500 j hasLhad ;to be paid this year for road metal- ling, purchased before April last, and to this sort of thing continuing Mr Perks and other Councillors have raised a protest. They were also successful on Monday last in carrying a resolution prohibiting the ordering of any more road material until after the end of the financial year. It will be remembered that when the estimates were being prepared in April last it was argued by some that nothing less than a rate of 5s in the £ would be suf- ficient to cover the necessary expenditure, and upon the ground that the Road Commit- tee have exceeded their estimate by £ 300 Mr Perks based his arguments. The release of the convict Spriggs has been one of the main topics of the week through- out the kingdom. The release was intended as an act of justice, and not of mercy, and the Home Secretary's reasons for taking action in the matter have not been made public. The man was convicted after a lengthy hearing, and there was no conflict of opinion between the judge and the jury. The question is so grave in its aspect from the witnesses' point of view, and from that of the jurymen, that we hope steps will be taken to get the Home Secretary to declare his reasons. • It does not seem as if the Londou and North-Western Railway Company intend carrying out any alterations at Rhyl station just now, for during the past week quite a small army of men have been engaged in painting and re-decorating the structure and its approaches. It has been remarked that this work would scarcely be ordered if the directors entertained any serious intention of carrying out structural alterations, as has been rumored in several quarters. The Governors of the Rhyl Intermediate School experierce the same difficulty with regard to their pupils as other local governing bodies. Strange to say, some parents have an idea that one term is quite long enough for their children to be in the Intermediate Sebool; with the result that the pupils have scarcely settled down to their work before they are removed. rbe governors of the Rhyl Intermediate School have now decided to inform the heads of the local elementary schools that they will expect all winners of external scholarships to remain at least twelve months in the County School. This plan is certainly a good one, and should prove ad- vantageous to the school as well as to the scholars. m m t The District Councillors have considered it necessary to request the officers of certain volunteers, who ar" to camp near Rbyl, to caution the men as to their behaviour in the town. We cannot recall the time when tb;s 1 particular regiment was here before; but ■■> 1 venture to say that the conduct of seme oi the men in most of the camps is ve r fcpre. hensible. To us it does not apr Gat the officers are doing their dut. v i.' .'n men, j many of them in drink ainli <2! .o?:i^rly, are allowed to prowl about th -• streets until the early hours of the morritiz. The Council ba!, decided to corlmlin;_ i cate with the Inr r -o' of Poiice regardirp the conduct f corner-mey. Let us h" i that the po1: will uke prompt and dr Mr-J action. r led sure that they ar quiio preparr do so if they are enu" g a pr*- -able manner by the Coul, --i;lc* and • be Rbvl Councillor* set *-aemselves j v.p as toe proprietor- of a brass Jand. It is a departure iil wiiir-j we iiav. it little faith but VIFT e^p- riiftot may be vaed without in-1 rumis great erne-,5e. If our local authority oriag cythra d v r ra into subjection, it will be one f m j?,c signally successful acpieveruont?:. j »** I The preser of "the old favourites," Messrs G and Jones, in the Promenade bam:and next summer will be missed by many of tlle town's patrons. But it is often sa i a change is good," and it must be jat: jiactory that the present change will place tbs performance of music under the control of one who in the past has been eminently successful in another musical sphere. • • • An assurauce was given at Monday's meeting that the Rhyl Council will not unnecessarily" oppose the Railway Bill. We hope this assurance will be acted upon. Nothing would be gained for the town by a captious opposition. Something has been lost in theopast by it. The Local Government Board, it is stated, have declined to grant the recent application from Chester for a joint board to purify the Dee. It will be remembered that the Flint- shire County Council and other authorities opposed the application, chiefly on the ground that the representation on the pro. posed board was not equitable.

LIST OF VISITORS. Marine Hydro—Capt E W Keatinge, J. P- > Mra Keatinge baby and nurse, Rhyl; W R Keatinge, Bsq> do Miss Campbell, Belfast; S Russell? Walsall; jflr an(j Mrs Taylor, Rockferry G Hol- and, Esq, Northwich H Sykes, Burzon Park, Chester; Mrs, Miss and Masters Sykes. b & n do., Westholme, Aquarium St-Miss Helen Browne Rhyl; Mr and Mra Allen, and Master and Mis Allen, Rhyl- NORTH WALES HYDRO.—E. A. Neele, Esq., h I Chester; Mrs Seymour, St. Asaph; R. M. Wilson, Esq,, do; M. Lawler, Esq., Liverpool; Miss Cooke, Rhyl J Trevor Jones, Esq, Mold; S Pedley, Esq, Crewe Roland Muspratt, Esq, Rhyl W H Owen, Esq, Ruthin; W G Rowchffe, Esq, Alderley Edge c H Sharp, Esq, Mrs, Miss tmd Master Sharp and n, Blbam — Miles, Esq, Mrs and Miss Miles, Bray.

MARRIAGE. JONES-JONES.-On the 10th inst. at Brunswick Chapel by the Rev. Ishrnael Evans, Mr David Jones, of Stockport, to Miss Elizabeth Jane Jones, daughter of Mr (late) and Mrs Jones, 5 West Parade, Rhyl. DEATH. PESCALL. — 5th inat in her 31st year, at ,1'7"<?f:" 'I::3 ,n.)' 'j.Ü(i. "• :io ci x .:v: ~K Y

RHYL COUNTY SCHOOL. PRIZE DISTRIBUTION. The annual Speech Day in connection with the Rhyl County School was held on Wednesday afternoon. In the absence of the Vicar, the chair was taken by Mr R. Llewelyn Jones, Vice-Chairman of the Local Governing Body, and there were present on the platform, which was prettily decorated with evergreens, &c.: Mr J. Herbert Lewis, M.P., and Mrs Lewis, Mr L. J. Roberts, H.M.I.S., and Mr Lewis, the Headmaster. The proceedings were opened with a pianoforte duett by Misses Dot Jones and Gwennie Williams. The Chairman, in the course of his address, said that he deeply regretted the absence of those gentlemen who had written apologising for their inability to attend the meeting, es- pecially the Vicar, who was compulsorily absent through illness. He was sure they all joined with him in the expression of the hope that he would soon be restored to his usual health and vigour (cheers). In accepting the invitation of the Governors to preside over that gathering he did so because he sympathised ieeply with, and felt very strongly in favour )f intermediate education (applause). He would not be there that afternoon were it not 30. He had noticed that some gentlemen having accepted invitations to preside over gatherings of that nature, and preceding the distribution of prizes they made remark that practically threw cold water on the Inter- mediate Education System of Wales (applause). He hoped he should not at any rate, be guilty of that (cheers). He was glad to say that this school had made good progress since it had started. They opened twelve months last September with 58 pupils, and this year they had 78, so in the course of the year they had nearly doubled the number of their scholars (cheers). If they went on at that rate they would agree with him that the present school premises would be quite inadequate for the purposes of carrying on the Rhyl Intermediate School (hear. hear). That brought him to the question of subscriptions toward the building fund of the new school. At the present time the local fund stood at £1156 14s 4d, which was A:43 14s 4d short of the sum of £1,200 which was required to be raised locally before they would be entitled to the grant of £2000 from the County Governing Body. He men- tioned this matter in order to enlist the prac- tically sympathies of the ladies and gentlemen present that afternoon. They had, as he had reminded them, to struggle against adverse circumstances. People in high places who ought to have been with them, had done all they could against them. He therefore hoped that those who sympathised with the move- ment would infuse all the more energy into the effort to raise the sum of £ 43 that was required to complete the fund (applause). Some said that the Intermediate Schools were too numer- ous. So far as Flintshire was concerned they were not. The average attendance at all the schools with the exception of the St Asaph one, which he thought ought to be a dual school- (hear, hear)—was between 70 and 80 (applause). Considering that they had not started more than three years ago he thought that was a very good beginning (applause). Speaking of the necessity of Intermediate schools in Wales, he attributed the fact that so few Welshmen were found in the teaching profession and the civil service, to the lack of means of higher education in the Principality in the past. In conclusion, he impressed upon the children the duty of obedience to their teachers, and to think well of their school-to think that it was the best in the country (applause). A part song" The Gipsy Chorus.* • y scholars having been sung in a very ulf'ssing manner, The Headmaster read his annual "port, whk h stated that the prizes were 1 war-led on the results of the examination held by the Central Welsh Board, and the r-nits re very en- couraging. In 37 tho .vera^e marks were over 40 per o^nfc, in 20 over 50 per cent and in 3 over n per cont. Moat of tho sub iects were nev S. the scholars. n7;d the viap-rs chosen of h-r--rh SiAly-fighr, tpils were ptj'onied fo* examination, 50 of whom weretwelvt: and (teei-, of age, the J.1 ipectnr that "as a temporary arrangement everything in the sc'Lof'l was ijatisfacto- T1- rt time some T -i r:trjia'yi(A at school i careful con- sidered G fcy the parents. r" was impossible to mak any real impre^i'.u on a boy or girl -i tb-e, )-r tii, i.:inih Chemistry had now beeu added tojtho lift- f subjects taken by the wholo Bcho .i, aj'd they were in a measurable distance If Iiavag a well equipped science <' pparuaonf. /cheers). A recital t1 from Shakespeare's Merchant £ wag next given by O. M. Jones, F. 3filJv. E. Kirk, W. H. Jones, M. L. Mudd, n", Millward, followed by a song by M. Mudd. The chief event of the day, viz., the distri- bution of prizes, was performed by Mrs Herbert Lewis. u After a part song "Tua'r coed yr awn," by the children, Mr Herbert Lewis, M.P., said he knew of, no movement that was so unanimously and enthusiastically taken up by people represent- ing different creeds and different religious opinions, as that of Education. They met there on an absolutely common platform, because the object was one for the benefit of the rising generation, without any distinction of creed and party (applause). Their educational system in Wales was now almost complete. They had a stepping-stone from the elementary schools to the intermediate school by means of scholarships and fbursaries. Latterly the County Governing Body had takan another important step. It has established, or was about to establish, as was intended in the scheme, scholarships leading from the inter- mediate schools to places of higher education. There were to be four exhibitions, and the principal one would be worth f,40 a year. Mr Pennant had suggested that it should be called the Flintshire Exhibition, and he concurred in the suggestion; so that any boy or girl who won the exhibition would be called the Flint- shire scholar for such and such a year (applause). Two of the exhibitions were to go the round of the different schools, so that every three years at all events, every school would know for a certainty that one of its scholars would be able to take the county exhibition. With regard to the rights of women in relation to education, he desired to point out that in the whole of Europe, the University of Wales was the only one that admitted women to degrees and other positions or absolutely and exactly the same terms as men (applause). He did not pretend that their position was all that could be desired, but they had the right to pride themselves upon the fact that they were a long way ahead of any other country in respect to women's education (applause). A song was given then by Miss E Kirk, and after Mr L J Roberts, Mr Muspratt, and Mr P Mostyn Williams had spoken, the proceedings closed with the 'Evening carol" by the scholars; votes of thanks to Mr and Mrs Herbert Lewis, proposed by Mr Millward and seconded by Mr Manley and the Chairman, proposed by Mr Herbert Lewis, seconded by Mr Perks, and the singing of the "The National Anthem." Mr Bryan Warhurst accompanied the singing throughout.

Mr Tom Wood is making a decided hit at the Royalty Theatre, Chester. The pantomime is proving a great success, and Tom's performance ranks amongst his very best efforts. The Liverpool, Chester, and London Theatrical papers write very highly of his performance, and whilst his old friends rally round him he is making hosts of new ones. He has been written to by the Committee of the Royal Welsh National Eisteddfod to supply a band of 40 performers for that great event. Another Rhyl man who is scoring heavily in pantomime this year is Mr Alf. Sandoe, who I; V J :4-rr;!Y'° t. :fJ.

EMPLOYEES' DINNER AT LLANFAIRTALHAIARN. The dinner annually given by the Directors of the Llanfair Mining Company took place at the Schoolroom and Clubroom adjoining the Black Lion Hotel, on Saturday, when there were abont 120 present, and it is needless to add that the rooms were beautifully decorated for the occasion under the superintendence of Mr J. Renfrey. The Chairman of Direc!ors (Mr H. Lycett) presi- ded, and was supported by the Rev Mr Davies (Vicar of the Parish), Messrs King, Lewis Morgan (Managing Director of the Mine), Dr Bozz, Dr Jones, Messrs S B Rogers (L & N W R Co), Harrop, Mrs King, Mrs Morgan, Miss Gwennie Davies, and Miss Rodgers. A most excellent repast was provided, and was served np in the usual well-known style for which the Black Lion Hotel has been noted for many years past. Mr Lewis Morgan was indefatigable in his efforts in ministering to the comforts and happiness of all concerned, and everything gave universal satis- faction. After the cloths were removed the Chairman, in a most loyal manner, gave the toast of Her Majesty the Queen." Mr Rogers (L & N W R), Abergele, next gave Success to the Llanfair Mining Company," and in doing so said that such gatherings as that brought masters and men face to face, and he advised all the employees, in case of any complaint, to make such known in a straighforward manner, and he felt sure all would be investigated. It also afforded the speaker great pleasure to have the honour of dining with them, because with such gentlemen as they had on the directorate he was sure they would do all in their power to work amicably and smoothly together. He had also watched the progress of the mine with great interest, and he felt sure that the day was not far distant when the mine would develop into a large undertaking, and what meant success to the Directors meant success to the whole neighbour- hood. He had great pleasure in proposing Success to the Llanfair Mining Company," and coupled with it the name of their worthy Chair- man, Mr Lycett (loud applause). Mr Lycett, in response to the toast, begged on behalf of his co-directors to thank Mr Rogers for the kind manner in which he had proposed the toast, and the very cordial way in which it had been received; the relations which had existed between masters and men had been very satisfac- tory all seemed to go well, and he trusted that in a short time there would be loads of ore, and the same shipped at Abergele. He wished again to thank Mr Rogers for proposing the toast. Mr W Renfrey next proposed the health of their Managing Director, Mr Lewis Morgan, and said that he (the speaker), as a working man, could not speak too highly of their respected Managing Director. He considered that he was one of the best masters he had ever worked for in his life, and he fully beliered that he was the best manager to-day in North Wales (loud applause). Mr Lewis Morgan, in rising to respond, met with an enthusiastic reception. He said he was extremely obliged for the kind words which had been said and for the way in which the toast bad been received. It was a pleasure to work amongst them, and he thanked Mr Renfrey and < ose present. The Chairmen next gave The Ter: F- aiers." He said his co-directors and bi,, "r are very pleated to welcome them there 1 aing, and hoped they might do so for ti;any s to come. They had always been v '.iad 1rt blowing them the privilege of sborf- over sor," of their land, and giving tht"" 1 valuable as-iis' ice. They had had excellent ,iii. year than they had ever bc-fcre He coepkd with the toast the nam" -A lílrP. Ovren. :fi. who responded in Welsb T-ir Morgan ne proposed the Staff of f\ Llanfair Mia ng Company," and in doing so i., that h. -m constantly with them, and e..) ia c cact with them nearly every 'day cf h's lift, it was a pleasure to work with thera. H?, coupled with the toast the name of £ Mr Rrr. frsy Mr RDfrey said, on behalf of the staff of the I mine, thtt he wished to thank Mr Morgan and ail h, directors, and,he hoped that they would all j pd! together, doing their very best. That would I b ;he means of knowing that their services were j appreciated. He bllped they would all meet on such an occasion ag\n for many years to come. Mr King next gave The Ladies." Mra King and Mrs Lewis Morgan responded in appropriate terms, which were greatly cheered. The Chairman then proposed the health of Mra Jones, the hostess, and hoped that she would soon be restored to good health again, and all good wishes go to her from that room to her new home (loud cheers). Mi Downing, in responding, said he most heartily thanked Mr Lycett for his kind remarks, and Mrs Jones wished him (the speaker) to convey to all present, and at least all in Llanfair, her best thanks. He really believed that there was not one person in Llanfair but that sincerely hoped Mrs Jones would soon be restored to good health, and come again to see them (cheers). The next toast was The Visitors," which was most ably proposed and responded to. The musical part of the programme consisted of an overture very nicely played by Miss Mabel Rogers, who met with a very hearty reception. Song by Mr Evan Roberts, Land of my Fathers." Glee by Mr Robert Roberts and party. Dialogue by the Misses Gwennie Davies, Abergele, and Miss Mabel Rogers, Song by Mr Henry Jones, "The Holy City." Duet by Misses Williams and Tom Davies. Piano Solo by Miss Mabel Rogers, March of the Men of Harlech." Song by Mr Roberts. At this stage of the proceedings the Chairman announced that they were leaving, but previous to so doing all stood up and sang Auld Lang Syne." Hearty cheers were given as they left. The chair was then taken by Mr Renfrey, senr., and recitations and singing were indulged in, thus bringing to a close one of the most successful dinners and enjoyable days that has ever been witnessed at Llanfair, everyone seeming to thoroughly enjoy himself.

WHY WOMEN ARE ATTRACTIVE. Why is one woman attractive and another not ? It isn't entirely a question of age, or features, or intellect. The most admirable and attractive thing about an attractive woman is her womanliness. Everybody admires womanly woman. She must have health, of course, because without it she would lose the brightness of her eyes, the fulness of her cheeks and her vivacity. Health brings all these things, but health means more than most people think of. If pale, nervous, and weak, a woman lacks good health. Women who are pale and wan should not resort to iron, drugs, and tonics, except by the advice of a properly qualified medical man. They should try instead to nourish and build up their blood by the vital nourishment imparted by Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa. And so rosy cheeks and comeliness may be attained. Surely the road is pleasanter than the thorny and nasty path paved with drugs. Nurse Tillotson, Alexander Hotel, St Leonard's- on-Sea, writes: I have tried Dr. Tibbies' Vi- Cocoa, and like it very much. I shall have plea- sure in recommending it to my patients." Miss S. Percival, Post Office, Burgh, writes :— I do not think any other can equal yours. My father has been taking ordinary cocoa, but I think Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa is better. I will tell my friends of Vi-Cocoa. Mrs. King, Linden Cottage, Wimbledon Hill, Surrey writes :—"I think Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa is delicious, and quite fulfils all said about it." Mrs. Budden, Bardwardine, Bournemouth, writes :—"I am pleased with Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa and like it, and will certainly use it in future." Merit, and merit alone, is what we claim for Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa, and we are prepared to send to any reader who names the Rhyl Journal a dainty sample tin of Dr. Tibbies Vi-Cocoa free and post paid. There is no magic in all this. It is a plain, honest, straightforward oner. It ia done to introduce the merit of Vi-Cocoa into every home Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa as a concentrated form of nourishment and vitality is invaluable; nay, more than this for to all who wish to face the strife and battle of life with greater endurance and more sustained exertion it i absoulutely indispensable. Dr. Tibbies' Vi-Cocoa can be obtained from all chemists, grocers, and stores, or from Dr. Tibbies, Vi-Cocoa, Limited, 60, 61 and 62, Bunhill Row, London, E.C. Write for free sample.

The Festiniog District Council has decided that no person shall be allowed to trade in combustible oil without first of all taking out a license from the local authority. One of the members said that the question arose from petty jealousy on the part of a few persons who envied a poor street hawker ,,v .ipjr about i-

NOTES FROM ST. ASAPH. 1 The District Council have appointed a Committee to consider the question of repairing the footpaths in Lower Gemig-street. This course has been adopted in consequence of the representation made by the Parish Council. I hope that something will now be done with these footpaths, as they are in a very bad condition. I have heard that the District Council have taken exception to a statement made at the last meeting of the Parish Council, that they shirked their duty." I think that if the District Councillors had thoroughly understood the subject which was referred to, things might would have been different. It is only upon the footpath question that the Parish Council alleged that the District Councillors shirk their responsibility. It is admitted on all hands that the Council which meets at the Workhouse will not repair more footpaths than it can possibly help, and the repeated applications by Parish Councils are generally put on one side on the plea that the Local Government Act gives that authority power to repair footpaths, or, that the District Council are not responsible for the keeping up of rural path- ways. Yet the Rural District Council for the Denbighshshire portion of the Union have practically been compelled to admit that they are liable for the repairing of footpaths, and the keeping up of bridges on the same. Up to the present the Flint Council have declined to admit that they are responsible, and hence the accusation that they shirk their uty. What is to be done with Bishop's Short's drinking fountain 1 During the past week railings have been erected around the place where it stood, but there is likely to be some steps taken by the District Council with regard to it, upon the ground that the fountain was left for the benefit of certain of the public. Perhaps our Parish Councillors will have some thing to say on the subject at their meeting to be held on Monday. It is reported that Mr Allen, the Organist of the Cathedral, has resigned his office on being appointed to the position of organist and choir- master of Ely Cathedral. Many will regret the departure of this talented gentleman, as it has been recognised that he is a musician of more than ordinary ability. The members of the LiteraryandiScientifio Society well remem- ber the excellent address he recently gave to them on "Music." During his staAWt St. Asaph, Mr Allen has taken an activeterest in the question of erecting a new organ for the Cathedral, and his advice with regard to retaining portions of the old instrument was taken by those responsible for the carrying out of the work. I notice that steps are being taken to erect a memorial to the late Bishop How, at Wakefield Cathedral. On Tuesday a meeting was held at Shrewsbury for the purpose of considering what steps that town should take in the matter. The Bishop of Shrewsbury explained that as Shrewsbury was the birthplace, the scene of early education and early ministerial labours of the late Bishop, it was thought desirable to imn in the memorial and to ont-rlh11t,p' towards J n- the proposed recumbent effigy in Wakefield Cathedral. On the motion of the Headmaster of Shrewsbury, seconded by the Archdeacon of Salop, it was unanimously resolved to share in the work at Wakefield. Is it not possible for St. Asaph to take a share in the movement ? The Lawn Tennis Club has held its annual social this week. The event came off on Tues- day at the Plough Hotel, and was attended with success. Thanks to the efforts put forth by the Committee and the energetic hon. sec., Miss Partington, the ball was of a pleasant character. Owing to many causes the atten- dance was not very large, but I understand that a number of tickets had been sold, so that the club should be able to show a substantial balance. The ball and supper rooms were pretilly decorated for the occasion under the direction of Miss Winstanley, the manageress of the hotel. Mr Joseph Webster discharged in an efficient manner the duties of M.O. The music was supplied by Mrs Haselden. Among those who accepted the Committee's invitation were :—Mr and Mrs 0 Grimsley, Mrs Buswell, Dr and Mrs Lloyd. Mr W Conwy Bell, Mr and Mrs Joseph Lloyd (junr), Mr M R Par- tington, Dr Lloyd (Denbigh), Dr T Jones, Mr J. A. Lloyd, Mr J. S. Edwards, Mr, Mrs and Mr H. Connah, Mr Horace Haselden, Mr and Mrs W. M. Power, Mr and Mrs Hunting- don, Mr Walter Williams, Mr F. Grimsley, Mr W. Robinson, Mr R. Robinson, Mr and Miss Hughes (Bronheulog), Mr J. E. Price, Mr H. Howes Roberts, Mr W. Gunner, Mr J. Helsby, the Misses Helsby, Misses Jones (Penybryn), Mr J. Emrys Jones, Mr J. Tomkinson, Miss Tomkinson, Mr Stubbs, Mr L. E. Trevethan, Mr G. Williams, Mr Fraser (Pensarn), Mr Fletcher, Miss Lunt, Mrs Robinson, Miss Redfern, Mrs Jones, Miss Moss, Mrs R. Lewis, Miss Stubbs, and Miss Alger.

EMPLOYEES' DINNER AT BODRHYDDAN. Following the annual rent audit dinner to the Bodrhyddan tenantry on Friday evening last. the employees on the home farm and estate generally sat down to dinner on Saturday evening at Bod- rhyddan. The number was upwards of 60, After dinner, Mr Edward Morris (the chairman) pro- posed the toast of the evening, that of Captain and Mrs Rowley Conwy and the Bodrhyddan family The toast was enthusiastically drunk with musical honours. Then followed the toast of "Mr Conwy Bello" Mr Bell thanked them for drinking the health of Captain and Mrs Conwy and the family so heartily. He could say that in Captain Conwy they had one of the best masters that it was possible to get. By taking a look round the table they would one and all be sur- prised to see how many were engaged on the estate, although there were about lo absent. It was pleasant to him to see some around the table who had been ensraged for 40 years and upwards on the estate. This certainly testified to their good behaviour, and if a man did his duty his master certainly did not wish to part with him. John Clarke, for instance, had spent his life on the estate, and he hoped the younger employees would follow in the same path. Theie was also their bailiff, Mr Ed Morris, who had been on the estate ever since he was eight years of age. He was afraid many of them would blame Mr Morris for being cross, but when he (Mr Bell) saw the wheel standing too long in the same bole he certainly told their foreman about it. He must also remind them that Captain Conwy now gave employment to twice the number that used to be employed. It was Captain Conwy's wish to keep his estate in the order it should be, and without their help and co-operation it would be impossible to do so, and unless they heartily carried out the duty allotted to each and every one of them, they would soon come to a full stop. They had heard of new works being started, but they often came to an abrupt termination. They had all worked together harmoniously for five years, and he was pleased to say he would never want a better lot of men than was there before him that night. Nevertheless, he saw many things which they, perhaps, thought he never saw. He hope that when harvest came they would remember it was harvest, and if he asked for a little extra labour to be done then they would do it heartily. They must also bear in mind their lost time was never deducted, even when they were an hour late in the morning (laughter). It was their duty one and all to give and take," and to be diligent, saving, and to make the most of their time, and be eventually, if possible, their own masters (cheerH). Mr Conwy Bell then proposed the health of Mr Edward Morris. The other toasts were those of Mr W K Bell, Mr J 0 Hughes, Mr Holcroft, Ac. Messrs J 0 Hughes, Ed Jones, and J Jones contributed several songs, and the solo of Mr John Clarke, composed specially for the coming of age of Capt. Conwy years ago, called forth a volume of enthusiasm.

II NEWMARKET. A successful Rummage Sale was held in the Parochial Schools on Friday evening, Decem- ber 31st last, in aid of the Parish Church Restoration Fund, and realized a sum of zEb I mr .¿.11 ;1.1.+ wmolrjiniY 4'"f. l" 3 Pct.

FOOTBALL NOTES. The surprise of the season was the victory by the Town Club team, secured at Llandudno, on Saturday over the Swifts, and consequently each member of the Committee appears to be delighted with the result. The team was as follows :—Glass, I Williams, Vernon Jones, Alf Williams, H Middleton, T Middleton, A Davies, Simcox, Chas Jones, W Jones, and S Parry. I have received the following account of the match will be read with interest by all lovers of the game :-The return match played last Saturday at Llandudno excited a great deal of attention in local football circles, as it practically decided Rhyl's chance of the championship honours. They preatly improved form of the Rhyl team since the home match was played on October 30th, which the Swifts won by 3 to nil, raised the hope that that defeat would be avenged, or at least one point might be gained. Results proved that the hopes were not vain, and Rhyl now stands top of the League, with a really five record; played 7, won 5, lost 1, drawn 1. The selected team turned up to a man, to catch the 12-50 train to Llandudno, being accompanied bv several committee men, and a few friendly enthusiasts. A pleasant journey was made, and half-an-hour's time was left for the Rhyllads to dress and get to the Swifts' ground ready for the fray. The spectators were few when the teams lined up, but increased considerably before half time, when quite a big crowd had assembled, in ideal football weather. Some of them no doubt remembered the match last season, when Rhyl went down to the terrible tune of 3 to 0, and per- haps imagined they had a soft thing on this time-. if so they were rudely undeceived. Capt Middle- ton won the toss, a most lucky thing for his team, as starting with a strong sun and breeze behind them, they undoubtedly had a great advantage over their opponents. The Swifts kicked off, and robbed by the Rhyl halves, play was soon at the home end, where some good passing by Charlie and Will Jones ended in the ball being sent behind. From the goal-kick, give and take play was the order for a considerable time, getting very slow at times. At last after the Rhyl forwards had shown splendid passing tactics the ball was sent to the centre-forward, Sam Parry, when at rather long shooting distance, who making no mistake, with a lovely shot, landed the ball safely just under the bar. Had the goalkeeper been a six-footer, he might have saved, but as he U not he had no chance. This stroke of luck oil"" coming after about 20 minutes' play just suited our lads, and from then until half-time there was no holding them off. The forwards came again and again, and but for the capital defence of the Llandudno baoks several more goals must have been got. As it was ten minutes later Abel Davies got possession of the ball, and racing through the halves and backs, with a long oblique shot, scored number two for the visitors. How those select few Rhylites shouted. It's a wonder almost they were not heard at home. Rhyl now pressed con- tinually, and had exceedingly hard lines in not increasing the score, especially so when Wil Jones, that clever outside left, raced along the wing, and IIhot: only inches wide of the desired mark. Was it the new boots, WIll t Had'nt got quite' used to 'em, eh Half-time came shortly after this, with the score Rhyl 2, Llandudno 0 § After the usual interval in which coffee was served out to the players, the teams once more faced each other, and Rhyl now facing the sun and a stiff wind had to show what their defence were capable of, and whether their back division were superior to the Swifts, for the game now was just the reverse of the first half. The Llandudno men at once began to press and Glass, who throughout gave a superb exhibition of goal keeping, was called upon to stop several stinging shots high and low, which he did in his very best stvle. in the first half he had one or two nasty samples to deal with, and came through the trial well. The halves and backs now showed grand defence, and Humph Middleton clearing, ran through the opposing forwards and in the act of passing to the left wing was badly fouled by Will Hughes, getting a very nasty tall. From the free kick the visitors forwards had a turn at popping for the goal, and several shots were almost put through, Charlie having hard lines once or twice, About this time a Llandudno player came from the back line to the centre-half position, a sign that the Swifts did not feel quite comfortable as to the result. Pressure then was put on the Rhyl defence once more and the whole back division worked like giants to keep their goal intact. Mention of any special player would be quite unfair, for the whole lot played a magnificant game, and excitement wore to a great height as time after time the ball bobbed about near to the visitors' goal. The spirits of the little clique of Rhylites went down gradually lower and lower until at last when from a hot scrimmage in front of Glass, Webb put the ball through amid a hurricane of cheers from the Llandudno crowd. One or two of the "select" thought they had better go home, and as for keeping their pipes lit, they could not do it, so put them away in their pockets. Spurred by the success just gained the ownts now tried all they were worth to notch another point, and though they gained one or two corners nothing came of them. For the last half hour the play of several of the home side was very dirty indeed, foul after foul being given against them. Had a stricter referee than Mr Pryce Smith, of Bangor, been officiating some of the Swifts would have been Sent off the field. Sly, spiteful kicks seemed to be their forte. Charlie Jones who wich H Middleton seemed to share the honour of these favours called the attention of the referee to this matter when it became too much to stand. The Swifts are too good a team to indulge in shady practices, so it is to be hoped that it will not occur again. The game was still hot and fast, end to end play ensuing until a few minutes from time when extra- ordinary efforts were made by the home side to draw level, bub the Rhyl lads fought equally hard for the lead they had won, and when the whistle blew the red and whites were defending for all they were worth. Pipes were lit by the clique, and with many jokes and congratulations the 4-40 return train was caught, previous to which a wire had been sent to the local headquarters, though through some mistake it never reached its destination and positive news of the grand victory had to be brought by the players themselves. With regard to the home match on Victoria Park, things were not quite what they might have been, and as compared with the doings of the first team the play of the Reserves was small. It was a match between the Rhyl Town Reserves and the Bangor Reserves in the third round of the Junior Cup. Bangor statted the game before a large assemblage and played uphill in the first half. The home team was minus Fazakerley and W Matthews, the latter having been suspended owing to his playing at Abergele in a medal com- petition. No doubt the absence of these players weakened the homeside considerably. Although the game was evenly contested the display was anything but good football. The home team star- ted as if they would carry all before them, but they lost chance after chance in front of goal. Bangor were also off colour, although but for the sterling play ot the Rhyl goalkeeper and the three half-backs there would have been a defeat for the home team. Neither side scored. Mr Williams, Holywell, was referee, and Mr W A Thomas the local linesman. The Rhyl Team were Goal, T M Jones; Backs, T Ryles, and D Smith halves, R H Jones, J Jones, E Davies; Forwards, T Parry, Lewis, G Evans, Bell and C Ellis. Do not forget the grand soiree to be held at the Pavilion on Wednesday next. I have heard from Mr F Sarson, the hon. sec., that there will be full value for the money of both spectators and dancers. The tickets have sold splendidly. I have heard it said that the Rhyl Town Club will either defeat Wrexham or draw with that team. I hope that there will be plenty of Rhyl spectators to give our lads a cheer on the 22nd. The general topic of conversation, also appears to be as to who should act as linesman in this match. The Committee seem to be in a difficulty as al- most everyone wants the office. It is to be hoped that the Committee will use their discretion, and select one who knows his work thoroughly, and who will give satisfaction to both teams, as well as to the referee. If 200 Rhylites will go to Wrexham the Company can make the return fare 2s. Names to be sent to headquarters by Saturday. The League table will be consulted with interest as Rhyl stands at the head. North Wales Coast League. Goals P W L D For A(?a Pts Rhyl Town 7 5 l 1 13 8 11 Llandudno Swifts 6 3 2 0 10 6 6 Bangor 4 2 l 1 10 4 5 Rhyl Amateurs .5 2 3 0 J *7 4 Holywell 0 2 1 7 1 Carnarvon Tronopolis 4 0 3 1 4 7 1 Carnarvon Ironopolis 4 0 8 1 4 7 1 I understand that the recent match between the Rhyl Town Reserves and Bangor Reserves in the Welsh Junior Cup, which resulted in a draw, is to be re-played on February 5th. A match was played between the Talargoch Swifts and Gwaonyagor United, at Gwaenyagor, on Saturday afternoon. The names of the team for Talargoch Swifts were :-B Blain, R Hughes, D Hughes, R Parry, Joseph Jones, George Haworth, Rich Haworth, Isaac Williams, Louis Roberts, Jno Clark. The referee was Mr Savage, Newmarket. The game was played before a few spectators, and ended in a win for the Swifts by 6 goals to nil.

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NOTES FROM ABERGELE. Last year a very good coursing match was arranged on the Kinmel Estate by a number of enthusiasts, and I hear that in consequence of the successful character of the meeting on ^^ia^«fcoccasion^itJ hasibeen decided to hold a a match this year. The arrangements were completed at the end of last week, and the event will be held on Thursday, February 3rd. Mr J. D. Jones, Bodoryn, is the secretary. The revival of coursing at Abergele was th means of bringing a number of sportsmen to the town, and there is no doubt that there will be a larger attendance next time, seeing that the day chosen is that on which trades- men close their shops in this district. It is to be regretted that those responsible for the recent football competition at Abergele did not take the trouble to hold their fixture under the rules of the Association. It would bo more satisfactory to all concerned, and if the 2ompetition is to be an annual affair the Com- should take steps to have it recognised, so that registered players will be able to compete without running the risk of being suspended. I understandjjthat^the tradesmen of Abergele and Pensarn have decided to hold their annual ball early in February. There was a meeting held at the Castle Hotel on Wednesday evening forjjthe pnrpose of discussing the matter. Mr Councillor Pierce presided, and it was agreed that steps should be at once taken to arrange matters. In the past this ball has been one of theij best heldj in the district, the company invited being select. BERGEL.

CYCLING NOTES. The Masquerade Ball has been fixed for the 18th of February. The Committee having charge of affairs, met on Monday evening, when the arrange- ments were made. Last year Mr H W Roberts, who made a capital hon. secretary, was able to hand a substantial sum over to the Hon Treasurer of the Club, as the outcome of a well organized ball. If the cyclists are as enthusiastic as they ought to be the same result should be attained this year. In the past the Rhyl Cycling Club has been noted for its go-ahead character, and if the reputa- tion is to be maintained the members will have to throw a little more enthusiasm into it. With a membership over 100, a good balance at the bank, and about f 30 worth of property the Rhyl C.C. should continue to lead the way with cycling matters in Noith Wales. I have been asked to say who is the author of the suggested new badge for the Club, but of courseji decline to give my friend away. That cap has fitted just a few All references to gas tubing tyres at the annual dinner is to be barred by the order of GEABCASB.

BODELWYDDAN. On the 3rd inst. Canon Jones and the Misses O. Jones distributed prizes to the most deserving of the scholars attending the Day School for regular ttendance. Buns and oranges were given to all as they left the schoolroom. Mr Jones, School- master, briefly returned thanks to the Canon and his daughters for their kindness. Also, on Sunday last, the Sunday scholars were awarded prizes for regular attendance, which consisted of Bibles, Prayer Books, &c. A very successful and well-attended concert was held in the schoolroom last Tuesday evening, the 11th inst., the proceeds of which are to defray small incidental expenses in connection with the Day and Sunday Schools. The following pro- gramme was well-rendered, and several songs as well as the instrumental performances were deser- vedly encored. Part I. --Pianoforte Duett "Spanish Dances," Misses 0 Jones Song Kitty Tyrrell," Rev J Silas Evans Vocal Duett Tell where do fairies dwell," Miss 0 Jones and Mrs Downes; Instrumental Trio (violin, violincello and piano), Misses Pryce and Miss O Jones; Song "A May Morning," Mrs Tayleur Dialogue Y bunt a'r Geiniog;" Song Soldiers of the Queen," Mr Bradley. Part II.—Violin Solo, Miss G Pryce; Vocal Trio Bugeilio'r Gwedith Gwyn," Mrs Tay. leur and the Misses 0 Jones Song Hen Aelwyd fv Nhad." Rev. J Silas Evans Instrumental Trio. Misses Pryce and Miss O. Jones Recitation "Kissing cup's Race," Mr Bradley; Vocal Duett I don't want to play in your backyard," Misses Pryce (in character) Song "The fall of the year," Mr Bradley Song Tommy Atkins," Mr Parkin. son God Save the Queen." A meed of praise is due to the Misses Owen Jones because it is through their instrumentality that these concerts are got up. The ladies and gentlemen who took part in the concert are cordially thanked for their kind assistance.

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AR BRIODAS Richard Williams, Ysw., Cyfreithiwr, Celynog, Dref- newydd, gyda Mrs E Lewis, Thornton Villa, Welling- ton Road, Rhyl, gan y Parch J Verrier Jones, yn mhresenoldeb y Cofrestrydd, Mr James Davies, yn Nghapel j Presbyteriaid, Princes Street, Bhyl, Ionawr 12, 189S. Y newydd sydd is y ser, I Lizzie goroni Crwner, Gwir y gan goroni gwr Heb ei fatta o gyfreithiwr, Un llawen iawn, llenorydd, Gwr o ddawn goreu ei ddyJd. Uawddamor heddyw yma—Paradwys Priodi mi greda'; Ob, rywiog ddyn a gwraig dda Hon rywfodd, oafodd e'n gyfa. A Rhissiard iddi'n Rhosyn—o Saron, Yn siriol ei derbyn Yma'n awr dyma nhw'n un, Ail mel anwyl Melynwyn. Rboes gylch aur o'i hamgylch hi-dds ernest Ddiwrnod y priodi; A rhydd ei hun addwyn iddi, J Dyna fraint a'i dwyn i fri. 0 gwened dyddiau'r Gwanwyn-efo Hat A hufen bob blwyddyn, A Duw a'i hedd gyda h/n I'w iawn foldio'n Drefaldwyn. Gyda diddan g&n o gog Hwyl anwyl yu Cslynog. Llys Awen, Rhyl. TBosiitefe

RHUDDLAN. TBA PARTY.-Through the kindness of Mr Robt Griffiths, High Street, the children attached to the Missionary Cause at the Wesleyan Chapel, were entertained to tea on Thursday afternoon the 6th instant. This generous act of the donor was muchappreciated. PENNY READING.—The second of the series was held at the Reading and Recreation Room on Thursday evening, the 6th inst. Mr W. Conwy Bell ably presided. Every available seat was oc- cupied, and the programme, though short, was very enjoyable. The fullowing took partMrs Stanley, Mrs Bell, Miss Fanny Jones, Miss Kate Roberts, and Messrs Fid win Evans and J 0 Hughes* The entertainment concluded with a humorous dialogue entitled "Husband Taming." The fol- lowing took part:-Miss Kate Roberts, Miss M J Jones, and Mr Ed Jones, Mrs Vaughan acting all prompter. Each part was very well sustained, and Mr Ed Jones deserves special commendation | he seems a born actor. On the motion of the Vicar, seconded by Mr Geoffrey Conwy, a hearty vote of thanks was passed to the Chairman and all who had assisted that evening. GIRLS' FRIENDLY SOCIETY.—The members and candidates were entertained to a sumptuous tea on Thursday evening by Mrs Vaughan and Miss Enyon, the working associates. After tea, the evening was spent in games, singing, &c, and was most enjoyable. The branch is in a prosperous state, and its members are increasing.

London College of Muelo. At the recent examination held in Rhyl at Geary's Cambrian Music Rooms, on December 15, 1897, the following Candidates satisfied the examiner:—Mr Thorns Peake, junr., (Senior Honours), organ; Liarianne Lester (Senior 1st Class), pianoforte; Miss Florence Newland (Intermediate 1st Class), pianoforte; Miss Jennie Jones, Cerrigydruidion, (Intermediate Pass), pianoforte; Miss Irene Chilwell, Intermediate School, Rhyl, (Junior 1st Class), pianoforte Mr Robt Jones, Llangollen, (Intermediate 1st Class), organ. The above candidates are pupils of Mr Bryan Warhurst, Rhyl. Miss Lydia Arnold (Senior 1st Class), pupil of Miss Roberts, Fair- holme, Rhyl. F 0 Warn, Esq., Mus. Doc., was the Examiner. Tho next examination will take .1- "1