Rhyl Journal

A DESERVING INSTITUTION. The report presented at the Royal Alexandra Hospital meeting on M onday speaks for itself, and we heartily congratulate those responsible for the management of the institution upon the many encouraging features which it presents. Without disparaging the efforts of anyone else, we can without fear of contradiction accord the lion's share of credit for the success of the hos- pital to the enthusiastic and untiring work of Miss Vizard and the ladies associated with her, andMr R MHugh-Jones, who has discharged the laborious duties of secretary with a thoroughness that commands the admiration of all classes Satisfactory as is the report for the past year,it scarcely brings out the great contrast between the present position of the hospital and that of ten years ago. All that represented the building ten years ago was a solitary foundation stone on the seafront, on which it seemed almost impossible to build anything further. To-day we have a magnificent pile of buildings adorning the Marine Drive, erected at a cost of nearly £ ..>0,000, including equipments. Practically the whole of that great expenditure has been met. An endowment is being gradually foriyed, eighteen free cots being already on the list, and V, there is a substantial balance on the revenue account. Last year was, moreover, a record year for patients. It is to be hoped that the work which has been accomplished and the position which the hospital has attained will inspire some to come forward and help to pay off the £ 71' required to wipe out the building debt. The noble work being carried on at the ho3pital is such that constitutes a strong claim on the generosity of all classes, especially of our neighbours in England.

Accident. Mr T Hannaby, one of the employees of Messrs Edwin Joneslz Sons' sawmills, had the misfortune on Monday to lose the tips of two of his fingers whilst working at a planing machine, through the slipping of a pipce of wood

St. David's Day. SUCCESSFUL LOCAL CELEBRATIONS. The time-honoured dinner in commemoration of St David's Day in Rhyl attracted a representative company to the Alexandra Hotel yesterday even- ing, when Messrs Williams and Miss Williams once again afforded splendid proof of their capabilities as caterers. Mr J W Jones, chairman of the Rhyl Urban District Council, presided, and Mr L G Hall, the town gas and water engineer, occapied the vice-chair. Others present included Councillors J H Ellis, J.P., John Asher, and J A Williams, and Messrs L J Roberts, H.M.I.S., "Joseph Jones, William Walton, John Cropper, G H Slack, Joseph Williams, William Roberts, John Williams, C D Copley, W A Lewis, A A Goodall, E W Parry, B P Griffiths, J D \sher, R Hanlon, LI B Evans, K McEwen, F P Arthur, Inspector Pearson, &c, &c. The dinner was served in first-class style, the menu being as follows :— Sowp Mock Turtle. Puree of Tomato Fish :J Salmon and Parsley Sauce. Entrees Rissolettes of Oysters. Cutlets of Veal. Sauce Piquante. Joints: Quarter of Lamb. Sirloin of Beef. Boiled Ham. Salad. Ducklings. Roaat Chickens. Sir-eels Alexandra Pudding. Blancmange. W ine Jellies. Compote of Fruit. Genoise Pastry. The Chairman proposed the customary loyal toasts, which were received with full musical honours. Our Patron Saint. Mr L J Roberts, in submitting The Immortal Memory of St. David," said that that toast had fallen to his lot so frequently that he felt that his remarks could not fail to be flat, stale, and unprofitable. Fortunately, there was one fresh topic to which it would be unpardonable not to refer, namely, the glorious victory of Wales over the redoubtable New Zealanders, by which Wales saved the honour of the United Kingdom (applause). That triumph had given us new spirits of confidence. And of that he was going to give an example. Hitherto in our national celebrations we had been modestly con- tent to claim St David only as a Welshman among the four patron saints of the United Kingdom. That night he was going to annex another of them, and he was the one whose popularity in Rhyl, as elsewhere, almost rivalled that ot St David himself. St Patrick was undoubtedly a Welshman (applause). There had never been any doubt that he was born in Britain. Last year there appeared a Life of St. Patrick," a work of astounding learning and erudition, by Professor Bury, of Cambridge, and in that work it had been shown pretty conclusively that Bannaventa, the place of St. Patrick's birth, was the modern Banwen in Glamorganshire, a suggestion which was made by Principal Rhys, of Jesus College, Oxford,who, many would remember, was a resident in Rhyl for many years as H.M. Iuspector of Schools (applause). St. David had gradually become the central figure of our national life, around which clustered our national ideals and aspirations. While commemorating him wecould not help recalling the unfailing river of our country's history, broadening onward from age to age. Wales was never so prosperous as at the present day, and were St David to re-appear amongst us now he would find himself commemorated not only in "gallant little Wales," but in distant continents and in the lands of which he had never heard. The memory of St David was a band which united Welshmen in all Innds and of all creeds (applause). Thus Cambria's sous, wherever found, At home or far away, In nobler brotherhood are bound On good St David's Day—(applause). Mr Joseph Jones, ic submitting" The Bishop, Clergy and Ministers of all Denominations," remarked that as a body of men seeking only to do good they deserved every encouragement from the community at large (applause). Mr Joseph Williams, in response, entreated everybody, for the sake of the country's future, to sive heed to the ministers of the Gospel, and especially to make the most of the sacred associa- tions of the Lord's Day (applause). Mr J H Ellis, in proposing The Navy, Army, and Auxiliary Forces," said he did not know what' Nelson would think of our latest armaments, with guns that could fire almost as many miles as they could tire yards in his days, and with power enough in one shot to annihilate a whole army or fleet of Nelson s days. He spoke with warm approval of the teaching of the young idea to shoot. Turning to the Volunteers, he said it was a matter of keen regret to all that Mr Hall had found it necessary to resign his captaincy of the local company. During his term of office Mr Hall discharged the duties that devolved upon him with conspicuous ability (applause)—and he hoped that at an early date a worthy successor would be forth- coming (hear, hear). The Vice-Chairman, in responding, said that St David's Day was thought of very highly by the Royal Welsh Fusiliers. It was six years ago that day that the Royal Welsh Fusiliers marched into Lady smith and relieved that beleaguered town (applause). He considered he had done his little bit, having been connected with the Volunteers I for 17 years. Volunteering had been getting more severe from year to year, and it was the doubt- ful feeling of uncertainty which they had been experiencing tor some time past that had brought about so many resignations, including his own. Mr J 1) Asher also responded, alluding to his 15 years' service as a Yeoman and Mr B P Griffiths made further acknowledgment on behalf of the Volunteers. "The Lord Lieutenant and Magistrates" was briefly proposed by Mr Jno Asher, and acknow- ledged by the Chairman and Mr J H Ellis. Progressive Rhyl. Mr C D Copley proposed The Rhyl Urban District Council and the Town and Trade of Rhyl." During the II years he had lived in Rhyl he had seen the town grow by leaps and bounds. When he came to Rhyl in 1S92 there was practically nothing but sandhills on the east side of the town, there was no promenade worth speaking about, no lake, no swimming baths, no Queen's Palace, and in fact no Urban District Council, the work of the town being in those days in the hands of the old Board of Commissioners. The change that had taken place in 14 years was a remarkable one. He felt sure that the town possessed an able body of men in the present Council—a body of men who had the interests of the town thoroughly at heart(applause). Rhyl had still to look ahead, and they must look to the Council to encourage amongst them the spirit of enterprise still so necessary for its suc- cess (applause). The toast was suitably acknowledged by the Chairman and Messrs J A Williams, J H Ellis, John Asher, and E W Parry. Mr Ellis remarked that the Council were very fortunate in possessing such capable officials as they had at their com- mand (applause). They were especially indebted to the guiding counsel of the Town Clerk, Mr Arthur Rowlands, and he felt sure they did not fully estimate the worth of their Surveyor, Mr Goodall (applause). Other toasts included "The Chairman and Vice- Chairman," proposed by Mr G H Slack; "The Press," proposed by Mr W A Lewis;" The Ladies," proposed by Mr Caradoc Williams, and supported by Mr B P Griffiths; and "The Hostess," proposed by the Vice-Chairman. In submitting the la-L mentioned toast Mr Hall said he was glad of the opportunity of alluding to the charitable deeds of Miss Williams. During the years he had known her she had done more for the poor and needy of Rhyl than anyone else, and for even a longer period than that she had merited the gratitude of many (applause). He felt quite sure that everyone around that festive board appreciated the admirable services she had rendered for the public good in many ways (applause). JMr Joseph Jones having fully en- dorssd the Vice-Chairman's remarks-adding that whatever pJiss Williams had put her hand to she had done with all her might-the toast was most enthusiastically received and acknowledged onlin] iss Williams' behalf by¡lr Slack. The company were not, however, to be denied a few words from Miss Williams herself. The harmony of the evening was well sustained by Messrs W Walton R Hanlon, E W Parry, H B Evans, and J D Asher (accompanist), whose healths wereialso cordially toasted. During the evening fraternal messages were re- ceived from the St David's gathering at Abergele, per Mr W Conwy Bell, J P., and from "Forty Loyal Buffs," per Mr P J Ashfield.

Christ Church Weekly Teas. A large company assembled for yesterday's tea, which was given by the young ladies of thi con- gregation. Amongst those who presided at the I attracti vely arranged tables were Miss Maggie Jones, Miss Maud Jones, the Misses Nelson, Miss Sykes, Miss Davies, Misa West, Miss Parker, Miss Taylor, and Miss Goodman. A sub- stantial amount for the ladiea' fund was realised by the collection.

Hawarden. The Cladstone Memorials. The recumbent effigies of the late Mr and Mrs Gladstone, upon the design of which Sir William B Richmond has been at work some time, are expected to reach Hawarden shortly after Easter. The dedication will probably take place on Ascen- sion Day, the ecclesiastical anniversary of Mr Gladstone's death. An Election Precedent. For a set of interesting mementoes of a time when controversy ran high over the Corn Laws and Free Imports we (the" Manchester Courier ") are indebted to Sir John Mark, who writes from Leeswood Hall, Mold. A lady in Flintshire, in looking for a family document the other day, came across eight election bills issued on behalf of Sir Stephen R Glynne, of Hawarden, father-in-law of Mr Gladstone, at the Flintshire election in 1841. It is curious how modern is the ring of many of the phrases and arguments used despite the lapse of over sixty-four years. In one appeal it is sub- mitted that by the Free Import of foreign com- modities, miscalled 'Free Trade,' multitudes of artisans and labourers in this country, having lost their means of employnient, are being compelled to work at very reduced wages, or driven to de- pend on the Poor Rates." And it is pointed out that "the general impoverishment of those en- gaged in British industry must lead to the ruin of the whole community." Sir Stephen Glynne was beaten. His letter to the electors is a model of the spirit in which a man conscious of the justice of his own cause accepts defeat. Gen- tlemen," he wrote, "the severe struggle in which we have been engaged is at an end, and the County of Flint has obtained the rare distinction of returning to Parliament an adherent of the present doomed Administration. Riot, persona- tion, coercion, bribery, and fabricated votes have achieved for our opponents a success which will be contested on every opportunity, and which, I believe, is destined to be speedily reversed-at all events, I consider myself to have achieved the suffrages of a majority of the legitimate electors, and in returning my grateful acknowledgments to those friends who have so zealously contended with me for the Conservative cause, I would exhort them to look forward with sanguine expectations to no distant triumph."

Flintshire Education Committee. THE TALACRE SCHOOLS CONTROVERSY. The monthly meeting of the Flintshire Educa- tion Authority was held at (Mold on Wednesday, Mr J L Muspratt presiding. Graduates as Primary Taachsrs. Mr D I Price, of Leamington,' who holds the B.A. degreo of the University of Wales, with honours, was unanimously appointed head master of the newly erected Council school at Hope, at a salary of X1611, and Mr W Wass, the head master of the Hope National School, was appointed senior assistant master at a salary of f] 10, an increase of X29 upon his previous salary, and was promised a head mastership in another school of similar si/v: to that of which he had had charge. The Chairman said that in appointing a graduate of the Welsh University to this school they had shown that they meant to do their best with r gard to the status of the teachers, and that in the future they would give sufficient salaries for the positions which graduates of the University ought to occupy (applause). Mr J W Connell, who is a teachers' representa- tive, said that personally he was glad they were looking out for teachers with the best education and qualifications, but they should also not over- look experience. Tfirough lack of means or opportunity there were many teachers who had failed to obtain degrees, but who were otherwise exceptionally well qualified (applause). Underfed Children at Flint. Attention being called by an attendance officer to the case of a family of children at Flint who, the parents said, were unable to attend school owing to lack of food, it was decided to ask the relieving officer to grant the necessary relief. The Position at Talacre. It was reported that a communication had been received from Father Dunphy suggesting that the committee might be prepared to consider the ques- tion of recoguising the Talacre Roman Catholic Schools as non-provided schools, with two Sisters of the Poor as teachers. These schools were with- drawn from the control of the County Council by Sir Pyers and L'\dy Mostyn in January. The expense of carrying on the schools is borne by Sir Pyers. The County Council propose to provide a new school at Gwespyr, but the ratepayers are protesting'that there is sufficient school accommo- dation. Dr J II Williams asked if the history of the schools was not this—that they had been taken from the hands of the education authority on the assurance they were going to be kept as private schools. Now that Roman Catholic sisters were teaching there, the committee was approached and asked to take the schools over again. The Secretary explained the position of the education authority in respect of the schools. (A 1- cupy oi uie soaiemeni, appears in our report ot < Wednesday evening's meeting at Ffynnongroew.) It was explained that public meetings were being held about the proposed schools, and Dr Williams now suggested that the secretary attend a meeting at Ffynnongroew and explain the position to the inhabitants. Mr S Jones was afraid the ratepayers did not care to attend these meetings, for fear of being marked out. He thought the best course would be to circulate a handbill among the residents ex- plaining the facts. The Secretary thought it would be scarcely fair to the committee for him to go to the meeting as representing the committee and then be called upon to take part in the discussion. The difficulty was eventually solved by a decision that a report of what the sec- retary had explained with regard to sthe Talacre schools should be signed by the secretary and for- warded to the Ffynnongroew meeting for the in- formation of the ratepayers. The Chairman said that these schools had ceased to be public, and the whole trouble had arisen from that. They could not recognise private education. Dr Williams thought there should be a ballot of the residents, so that people could vote without having an eye on their employers or their employers on them. The Chairman did not see why they should go out of their way to deal with this aspect of the question. They were there to see that proper education was provided for the whole county, and he was certain no member of the committee would agree to the spe,iding of a lot of money in any particular part where there was already sufficient school accommodation.

Rhnddlan. The Weather. The month just closed has been characteristic of its reputation of storm and stress, though not perhaps in such pre-eminent degree as to make it highly objectionable, considering the season. Unsettled weather at this time of "year is accounted a normal condition, and if had not been that farm work in regard to the stirring of the soils had progressed satisfactorily during the autumn, there would be some cause for mild apprehension at the delay in preparing for spring cultivation arising from that source during the last fortnight or three weeks. Heavy rains have prevented much ploughing being done, for no sooner has the surface become dried enough for capable working men than another, and probably more violent, drenching has set in, marring the prospect for a few days, if not indefinitely. No drilling for spring corn, it may be safely said, has been effected up to the present. The Hunt Bulls. The returns compiled by the Flint and Denbigh Hunt Bull Committee for the year 1905, show that 1,308 cows availed themselves of the services of 18 bulls, and the following table explains their distribution District. Bulls; Cows. Llanfair and Bettws 3 230 Cefn, St George, Bodrochwyn 2 174 Rhuddlan, Cwm, ) r Gwaenysgor, Mostyn ) ° Tremeirchion and Caerwys 2 155 Ltanefydd and Denbigh 2 87 Kelsterton, Northop & Nannerch 199 The bulls were exhibited at the Denbighshire and Flintshire Show, and Mr Roberts, Crugyn, and Mr Barton, Glanrafon, must be congratulated on winning the society's 1st and 2nd prizes. Much encouragement has been received from the ex- pressions of appreciation on all sides, and particularly from the jreports of auctioneers and dealers, who fully attribute to the work of these bulls the vast improvement in the cattle of the district, computing the gain to breeders and sellers in actual money at not less than £ 2,000 a year. Whatever the sum may amount to, it muat be a large one, when it is remembered that during the last 10 years 10,321 cows have been served by these bulls. The Committee tender thanks to those gentlemen who have, at their own expense, placed their bulls at the service of all to those who have generously subscribed to the funds and to Mr Conwy Bell for the care and success with which he has carried out the difficult task ot selecting bulls at the Carlisle Auctions.

Prestatyn. Parish Church Literary and Debating (Society. At Monday evening's meeting of this society, in the Church Room, the Vicar presiding, a paper on Socialism was read by Mr W Inglefield, and amongst those who took part in the subsequent discussion were the Chairman and Messrs Watts, J R Tickle, and J W Williams. Methodist New Connexion Chapel. On Sunday last special sermons were preached in this place of worship by the Rev T P Bullen, of Ashton- under-Lyne, the occasion being the annual appeal on behalf of the Methodist New Connexion Home Mis- sionary Society. On Monday evening Mr Bullen delivered his popular lecture on Humours of the Railway." Visit of Rhyl Juvenile Pierrots. The Rhyl Juvenile Pierrots, who have lately figured so prominently at the Rhyl Saturday evening concerts, gave an entertainment in the Prestatyn Town Hall on TuesdayevclllIlg. Their visit was much appreciated. Tne Motor Train. Yesterday morning a further innovation was made by the railway authorities, whereby the residents of this neighbourhood are now able, by means of the motor train, to catch the 8-44 a.m. express from Rhyl to Liverpool and Manchester. To make this connection the motor train leaves Prestatyn at 8-37, St David's Day Dinner. Prestttyn amongst other patriotic places had its St David's hay dinner yesterday. This function took place at The Raven, and was presided over by that worthy Sassenach, the Rev Dr Townsend, the vice-chair being occupied by Mr T Pennant Williams. The menu was as follows :— Cawi Serch-Afalau. LIcden-Chwith Ysnodenog a Sibr. Buchgig Rhostedig a Chywion. Pasteiod Afalau. Lludgeuledion a Melnsion-Hufenaidd. Caws a Cbrasdeisenau.

MARRIAGE. Daviks—Easterby.—At the Parish Church, St. Asaph, 26th Feb, 1906, by the Rev R 0 Williams, M.A., late Vicar of Holywell, assisted by the Rev Herbert Evans, B.A., Senior Vicar of St Asaph, Samuel Davies, J.i, of Plas Morfa, Holywell, to Mary Elizabeth, only daughter of William Easterby, l.D.. J. P, l'las Coch, St Asaph. N. Wales.

The May Queen Elect. Chief amongst the duties which devolved upon the Rhyl May Day Committee on Tuesday evening was the selection of a successor of Miss Florence Smith as queen of the May Day festivities. Councillor Jno Asher presided over a representa- tive attendance, including four of the five lady members of the May Queen, Entprtainment and Ball Committee, who for the firat time were granted the right to vote at:a General Committee meeting. The report of the Ladies' Committee, of which Mr Sarson is chairman, showed that a number of ladies had been nominated as members of the committee in addition to those announced last week. The following had been elected by ballot to serve on the May Queen, &c, Committee Mrs W E Jones, Mrs F Sarson, Mrs Wallis, Mrs Polkinghorne and Miss Edge. The May Queen, &c, Committee, of which Mr C Hubbard is chair- man, reported having had under consideration the merits ot candidates for May Queen honours, and they recommended unanimousiy that Miss Mary Evans (Wee Mamie), the 12-year-old daugh- ter of Mr Wm Evans, Birmingham Arms, be selected to succeed the retiring May Queen. This recommendation was unanimously confirmed. The Prize List, and Judge Selection Committee (chair- man, Mr W J Jones) also submitted a lengthy report, the outcome of which was the adoption of an amended schedule of prizes.

An Evening with Longfellow. This was the title of the programme submitted at Monday evening's meeting of Christ Church Mutual Improvement Society, under the presi- dency of Mr T Harding Roberts. The subject was introduced with an appreciative sketch by Mr F C Tailby, who also gave several selections from the poet's works, including that popular song The Village Blacksmith." Messrs E W Parry and 0 Emlyn sang Excelsior," and further songs were contributed by Miss Parker and Miss Lizzie Evans. Miss Mabel Hughes discharged the duties of accompanist. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr Tailby and his fellow artistes, on the proposition of Mr Geo Pritchard, seconded by the Rev J Pandy Williams.

Blamed the Drink. At Rhyl Police Court on Monday, before Messrs J H Ellis and G A Taverner, Sophia Hughes, who was described as a prostitute, was summoned by P.C. Geo Lewis for indecent behaviour in Rhyl on Saturday, the day of her return from a fortnight's imprisonment for a similar offence. Defendant said she had been drinking and did not recollect any- thing about the aff tir. P.S. Roberts having spoken as to defendant's conduct at the Police Station, she was sentenced to a month's hard labour, this making her thirteenth conviction.

Wedding. An interesting wedding was solemnised at the English Wesleyan Chapel, Rhyl, on Monday, the contracting parties being MrErnest Rippon Clarke eldest son of Mr and Mrs Walter Clarke, Belle Vue House, Cerscent Road, and Miss Bertha Clare, youngest daughter of the late Mr T C Clare and Mrs Clare, Golden Hill, Stoke-on-Trent, The officiating minister was the Rev George Searle, Mr Horace Haselden presiding at the organ. The chapel was prettily decorated in honour of the event. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Air J B Clare, was gracefully attired in ivory crepe de chine, trim- med with guipure lace, surmounted with a veil and wreath of orange blossom. She also wore a gold chain with pearl and amethyst pendant, the gift of the bridegroom, and carried a handsome shower bouquet, also a gift of the bridegroom. Mr Mostyn Clarke, brother of the bridegroom, acted as best man. The bridesmaids—Misa Clare, Golden Hill, Stoke, Miss Minnie Clare, Glanmorfa, Rhyl, sisters of the bride, Miss Nellie CLukc, sister of the bridegroom, and Miss Annie Hartshorne, niece of the bride—were attired in dresses of bis- cuit crepeline trimmed with pink silk and guipure lace. The Misses Clare also wore white hats trimmed with roses and feathers, while Miss Clarke and Miss Hartshorne wore large white hats; and all four carried shower bouquets, the gifts of the bridegroom. The gold ring worn by the bride- groom was the gift of the bride. After the cere- mony a reception was held by Mrs Clare at Glan- tnorfa, which was placed at the disposal of the bridal party by Nurse Dickson end Miss Clare,sister of the bride. The quests were as follows:—Mrs Clare, Mr and Mrs Walter Clarke, Mr J Clare, Stockport, Mr T Clare, Mrs and the Misses Harts- horne, Golden Hill, Miss Claie do, Miss M Clare Glanmorfa; Miss Lizzie Clare, Mr J Clarp, Oolden Hill; Mr P Clare do, Mr and Mrs Richards, Brindleyford Mr and Mrs Mival, Rhuddlan Mr W Clarke, Sheffield, the Misses Nellie, Gwen Ida, and Minnie Clarke, Mr, Mrs and Miss Crapper, Sheffield; Mr and Mrs Evans, Tanybryn, Rhyl; Mr and Mrs Maxwell, Glanrafon Nurse Dickson, Glaamorfa Master J Dickson, Miss Windsor, Golden Hill Miss Hook, Kids- grove Miss Jackson, Sandbach Air and Mrs Bunner, Widnes Mr S Wardingley, Shef- field, &c. The newly married couple left later in the day for Southport, where the honeymoon is being spent. The bride's travai- ling outfit consisted of a fawn dreaa trimmed with white and a hat to match. The wedding presents were very numerous and came from various parts. l

Boys' Brigade. J On Tuesday evening last the Rev J l'andy Williams presided over a very interesting gathering which took place at the Brigade Hall, Rhyl, in connection with the above, when nearly 50 of the boys met for the presentation of prizes given Mr John Blaekham, of A Vest Broniwich (founder of the P.S.A. movement), who, upon the occasion of his visit in January last, gave a very instructive and inspiring address to the boys, and at the close offered to give prizes to all those who wrote essays thereon. To that invitation eight of the boys responded, and on I y Tuesday evening they received from Mr Blackham the handsome prize books which he had provided for them. The first prize (valued at £ 1 Is) was awarded to Richard Renfrey second (10s 6d), Thomas C Naylor third (5s), Isaiah Jones and T Charles Wynne. J W Jones, R T Con way, R J Jolley, and T E Davies also had books awarded to them. Mr Blackham stated that lie was delighted with the efforts of the boy", and promised to repeat his offer next session. Refresh- ments were kindly provided by Mr Blaekham and Mr George Pritchard, and on the proposition of Captain Rawlins, seconded by Mr Godfrey Parry, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to them for their kindness—which concluded one of the most enjoyabe evenings ever spent in connec- tion with the Brigade.

An Engagement. The engagement is announced of Mr Jocelyn Grant and Mias Eleanor Grosvenor, who is the youngest daughter of Lord 11n:1 Lady Staibridge. Lord Staibridge, has two daughters already mar- ried, one to Commander Aubrey Smith, of the Royal Navy, acd the other to Major James Hol- foid, D S 0. Lord Stalbridge, who is perhaps best known to the general public in his capacity as chairman of the London and North-Western Railway, was the youngest brother of the first Duke of Westminster, and, as Lord Richard Gros- venor, represented Flintshire tor many years. He is thus great uncle of the present Duke, and also first cousin once removed to the Duke of Sutherland. Lord Staibridge has been married twice, and the bride-elect is the youngest child of the second marriage.

Church Cuild. On Tuesday evening the members of the Rhyl Church Guild were entertained to supper in the Church House, through the kindness of Mr J II Ellis, J.P., and Mr F J Gamlin. The guests numbered upwards of 100, and were waited upon by the committee of the Guild Football Club, of which Mr Mark Hughes is secretary, the whole arrangements be-in under the super- vision of the Rev T Jenkins, chaplain of the Guild, and Mr Gwilym Humphreys. Following a substantial repast, the proceedings were en- livened with musical selections and other items, interspersed with speeches by the High Sheriff (Mr W J P Storey), Mr G A Taverner, J.P., and Mr F J Gamlin. Songs were contributed by Messrs Price-Hughes, Wm Hume, C Williams, C lveene, J Chadwick, W Roberts, T Ratcliffe, D J Roberts, and the Rev T Jenkins, and Indian club exercises were given by Mr E Ratcliffe. Mr George Edwards acted as accom- panist. A hearty vote of thanks to the donors of the supper brought to a close a very successful gathering. There is a Church Guild service at St Thomas' every Sunday morning at 10, and the principal weekday fixture is the Mon- day evening gathering in the Church House, for social intercourse.

The Borough Candidates' Expenses. The returns of; the election expenses in the Flint Boroughs have been issued. Mr Howell Idris, the Liberal member, acccouuts for £ 553 17s 3d, while the expenses of Mr J Eldon Bankes, the un- Boroughs have been issued. Mr Howell Idris, the Liberal member, acccouuts for C553 17s 3d, while the expenses of Mr J Eldon Bankes, the un- successful Conservative candidate, amounted to j.563 16s 3d. Mr Idris' agent's expenses were nil, while Mr Bankes' were only JE26.

Mostyn. Personal. Mr Herbert Lewis, M.P., Junior Lord of the Treasury, was presented to the King at the levee held on Tuesday. The Hon. Henry and Mrs Lloyd-Mostyn are residing this winter at Bodysgallen Hall, which overlooks the Conway estuary. Lord and Lady Mostyn (who have lately been visiting Lady Augusta Mostyn at Gloddaeth, her beautiful Tudor dower house near Llandudno) are staying at their house in Hereford-Gardens, y ark-lane, till Easter, when they will return Mostyn Hall. A public meeting of the inhabitants of Llan- dudno has been held to consider the steps to be taken to commemorate the coming of aO'e of the Hon Edward Ll R L Mostyn, Lord NiostYn eldest son and heir. It was decided to open a subscription list.

m I ,-inng Her ralacre .stood wh^on. ni. jy as 100 to I LWELY MEETING Alls werfNNr0NCR0EW THE PROCEEDS ADJOURNED. u: THE COUNTY AUFMRtTYS VIEW OF THE CASE On Wednesday evening a public meeting, con- vened by the Chairman of the Llanasa Parish Council (Mr Thos. Roberts), on the requisition of six parishioners, was held at the Council School, Ffynnongroew, "to consider the new school pro- ject at (,Nvespyr. iNIr Koberts presided over a large attendance, which included Sir Pyers Mostyn, of Talacre, Mr Dawson, his agent, and Messrs Bat- ters, W Bulcock, Rt Jones, C.C., A M Ralli, C.C., and R J Temple, Dr Lloyd Owen, the Vicar of Llanasa (Rev W L Protheroe), the Rev 0 B Jones, Meurig Jones, and Stephenson, and others. The Chairman having invited discussion on the. matter, Dr Lloyd Owen inquired if anybody knew what had passed between Sir Pyers Mostyn and the County Council on the matter. The Chairman—Sir Pyers Mostyn is present, and can perhaps answer that question. Mr Temple thought the answer should come from the local representative on the County Council. No member of the County Council being at that moment present, the chairman was appealed to to keep the ball rolling. Asked to explain what the project was, he replied that he did not consider that to be a part of his duty, and suggested that one or more of the six persons who signed the requisition for the meeting should deal with it. His business was to try to keep the meeting in order, and he hoped they would all act as gentle- men and Christians. The Rev 0 B Jones, one of the six, was about to speak when the two County Councillors arrived on the scene, both of them securing a hearty reception. Mr Ralli said that the County Education Com- mittee had the question under consideration that (lay, and in reply to some gentlemen who wished to know how things were progressing, the following statement, which clearly showed the position taken up by the County Council, was issued The Secretary (Mr Fred Llewelyn Jones) said that statements had appeared in the press, con- stantly, of a somewhat ex-parte character in regard to the whole matter of Talacre Schools, and perhaps he could give in a few words the position as far as the Local Education Authority was concerned. It was as well that the public should know what position had been taken up by the Authority all along. In the first instance the Local Education Authority were asked to concur in the dismissal of the head teacher of the lalacre School. The Authority declined, owing to the fact that it was not brought to them in a proper way, to interfere in the matter. On October 20th, 1911.1, a meeting of the managers of the Talacre School was held, at which resolutions were adopted giving notice to the Board of Education and to the Local Education Authority that the school would not continue to be a public elementary school after I Jan. 2M, 1906, as the trustees had decided to carry it on from that date as a private certifica- ted efficient school. The effect of that resolution I was to withdraw the school from the control of the Local Education Authority and in conjunction with that resolution notice was served upon the head mistress of the school terminating her engage- 9 11 ment on Jan. 20, 1906. The trustees of the school also repaid, through the Board of Education, to the Treasury the sum of F,370, a grant made, he thought in the year 1870 or thereabouts by the then Committee of Council upon Education towards the building of the school. It was then definitely understood and pointed out as he understood through the officials of the Board of Education that the school would then cease to be recognised as a public elementary school, provided or non-pro- vided. From Oct. 20, 1905, to Jan. 20, 1906, more than one attempt was made by representatives of the Local Education Authority through the Chair- man of the Education Committee and the Chairman of the County Council to arrive at an arrangement with the trustees and managers of the school. The suggestion was certainly made by one of the managers that the school should be carried on as a non-provided school with sisters in charge. A counter suggestion was made on behalf of the Local Education Authority tiiat if the school or a portion of the school were transferred to and carried on as a provided school, undoubtedly the Local Education Authority would be prepared to consider such a proposal. There was also a further suggestion made, namely, that if the school were to be continued to be carried on as a non-provided school with lay teachers, that also might be a course in which the Authority would acquiesce. But these suggestions on behalf of the Authority were either declined or put off, so that the Authority were unable to arrive at any arrange- ment in regard to the matter. That brought the matter up to the point when other arrangements were made by the authority with a view of establishing a public elementary school at Gwespyr, from which place the majority of the children at Talacre School came. Mr Ralli went on to say that when the managers of the Talacre School wrote to the Board of Edu- cation in October last, the Board of Education wrote to the Local Education Authority giving them a summary of the correspondence and asking them to particularly answer the question as to what proposals they were going to put forward to make up the deficiency in public elementary school accommodation caused by the withdrawal of the Talacre School. The local education authority replied that they would open a school at the Methodist Chapel at Gwespyr. That school, he understood, had now about 50 or 60 children, and had satisfied the Board of Education. Mr Dawson said the Board of Education's letter simply asked a question—nothing more (hear, hear). Mr Robert Jones-They asked how we proposed to make up the deficiency. Mr Dawson—They asked a question and you replied by a act. An Alluring Estimate. Mr Robt Jones said that after hearing the state- ment issued by the County Education Committee, nobody could say that they were the people who were thrusting another school on the ratepayers of Gwespyr against their wishes. The}' were only fulfilling the duties required of them by the Board of Education (applause). The erection of a school at Gwespyr would be by far the cheapest solution of the question. "They could very well understand the Talacre people not making their voices heard on this question. There they must submit to what was meted out to them (shame!) As to the cost of a new school, they had ascertained that* it would not cost the parish more than a halfpenny in the pound per annum for thirty years. Mr Temple protested against the introduction of personal or religious matters into the discussion (hear, hear). Mr Robert Jones—Mr Temple is finding the place too hot for him (laughter). We know very well what is the object of the Talacre Schools. Mr Callaghan-They have been going on for about half a century. Why kick against them now ? Mr Temple-Don't Roman Catholics pay rates like anybody else ? The Chairman—The Gwespyr school project is the question, and I must appeal to every speaker to avoid personalities (hear, hear). Mr Robert Jones-I assure you that I have no ill-feeling against Roman Catholics. In further discussion Mr Robert Jones remarked that they could not accept the trustees' or managers' proposals as to the staffing of Talacre Schools, whereupon Mr Callaghan asked—What about Panfcasaph Schools, where the teachers are acknowledged by the County Council to be the best in Flintshire. Mr Robert Jones—They arc alright in their own place. But why should such teachers be forced upon Talacre Schools ? Mr Callaghan's right to speak was questioned, and he was threatened with ejection in one or two places, but he maintained that he was fully entitled to a hearing, and was eventually allowed to proceed. He went on tc say that he could not see what possible objection there could be to Roman Catholic teachers at Talacre, having regard to the excellent work they had done not only at Pantasaph, but at Holywell and Rhyl. The Rev Meurig Jones—The County Council has nothing whatever to do with Talacre School now. It is a private school. Mr Ralli again chimed a hearing, whereupon lie met with some objection on the ground that he was not a ratepayer of the parish. His contention, however, was that he had a right as a representa- tive of the public on the County Council, and he went on to say that the teachers proposed for Talacre Schools could not be accepted by the county authority simply because they were certifi- cated teachers and their salaries as such would be much more than the County Council would be prepared to give. Mr Callaghan-Did the Education Authority offer them any other salary ? If not, how does Mr Ralli know that they would not accept it? Mr Ralli replied that they did not want to encourage anything of the nature of undercutting amongst teachers. Alluding to a question raised by Mr Samuel Blythin, the speaker said that when Sir Pyers Mostyn wanted to withdraw the schools the Board of Education informed him that before he could get the schools back into his own hands he must repay £ 370. He did not know whether that sum had been repaid or not. Mr Dawson -Yes. £ 335, to be correct-the half of £ 670. Mr Ralli said he believed every effort had been made to arrive at terms upon which the Talacre Schools might have been sold or leased to the Education Authority, but t,hey had been unable to arrive at any agreement, and when once the schools had been withdrawn there was little chance of getting them on the grant list again. Mr Blythin, who had to put up with several interruptions in the course of his remarks, said that he could remember Llanasa parish when it had no school at all, and he could recall some of Liver- pool's leading citzens, some of them staunch Wesleyans, who owed their education to Talacre Schools. He stoutly denied that the schools had been used for proselytising. As for the question of centrality, if another school was really necessary Picton would be the place for it. The Rev Meurig Jones said that for the services which Sir Pyers had rendered in the past in the cause of education he felt sure that every person present was very grateful (applause). But that night they were jthere to talk about the present, and he maintained that as Talacre schools were no longer public elementary schools, either pro- vided or non-provided, it was their business to provide a public school. They were all very grateful for charity. But li« considered it very wrong to accept by charity what they were en- titled to by law. Mr Temple, looking at the matter from quite an independent point of view, said that they seemed to have lost sight of one or two points. Although Talacre school was now a purely private school. it was available to the public exactly as before (ap- plause). It must not be forgotten that the non- provided schools of Flintshire were in a very great majority-88 out of about 100, and the county authority must consider in a fair and square manner the views of the people in these matters. They had already in the parish of Llanasa more accommodation than was required. After further discussion Mr Rt. Jones proposed that the meeting be adjourned for a fortnight, so that they might then arrive at a decision with a clearer knowledge of the facts. Mr Temple seconded. (Time Harmony was Restored. The Vicar of Llanasa, in moving that the matter be fought out that night, said he felt quite certain that the intelligence of the people of Llanasa was not such that they required any adjournment (hear, hear). He for one wanted to have the matter settled once for all, an(I the sooner the bet- ter (applause). There had been a good deal of feeeling over the question, and it was high time they got rid of confusion and disorder and re- stored harmony in the parish (applause). Mr Bulcock seconded the motion, and took the opportunity of cautioning the parishioners against being led away by alluring estimates of the cost of the proposed new school. The experience of Prestatyn should stand them in good stead in that respect The industrial interests of the dis- trict were suffering much by the present rates, and any further increase would be altogether intolera- able, and would be severely felt noD only by the employers of labour but by the quarrymen and colliers themselves (hear, hear). Mr Rt. Jones said that the 14 days would afford Sir Pyers an opportunity of reconsidering the situation. Mr Ralli was taken to task over his estimate by i Mr Temple, who asked him to show him a school that was carried on with a. rate of less than a penny in the pound per annum. The Rev Mr Stephenson said that if there was a probability of a further offer respecting Talacre schools being made to the County Council, it might have a gteat effect 011 the voting, and there- fore an adjournment would be desirable. Dr Lloyd Owen paid a warm tribute to Sir Pyers Mostyn for what he had done for education, and concluded by asking if the Talacre schools were open to be sold. Both Sir Pyers Mostyn and Mr Dawson were understood to say "No." Dr Owen further asked—Well, what about leasing them ? but got no reply. Sir Pyers Mostyn observed in reply to other ob- servations that he had not come to answer ques- tions. Dr Owen—We have heard the County Council's side of the question, and I think we have a right to know the other side. If Sir Pyers is willing to restore the school or a part of them to their former status, I would be very willing to raise my hand in favour of that course being taken. But if the schools are to remain under purely private management, then I say we are bound to build a school at Gwespyr which will be under purely public control. Mr Dawson—The whole quarrel is over the one word" lay." On a vote being taken 69 were declared to be in favour of an adjournment of the meeting, and a few less against. It was further decided that at the adjourned meeting at the same place on Wednesday, March 14, the voting shall be by ballot, commenting on whi.i'i Mr Bulcock expressed a hope that there would be no canvassing for votes (laughter),

Flint. County Cricket. There was an enthusiastic meeting at the Cross Foxes Hotel, Flint, on Saturday 0 afternoon, of delegates from Flintshire cricket clubs, with the object of forming a Flintshire County Cricket Club,when the following were among those present: —Major Dyson (presiding)>and Mr William Hughes (representing Flint), Messrs J Inglis and G Bulcock (Mostyn), Mr Llew Evans (Rhuddlan), &c. The recommendations froni the central organisation of the counties of lliatshire, Denbighshire and Car- narvonshire were read and confirmed. It was resolved to form a Miotahire County Cricket Club with the object of fostering the game of cricket, two members from each of the clubs present at the meeting to form a Flintshire County Committee. Major Dyson was elected chairman and Mr J Inglis (Mostyn) jj was appointed secretary and Lreasurer. Lord Mostyn was appointed president, with Mr J Eldon Bankes, K.C., and Messrs Joseph Watkinson (Buckley) and Gladstone (Hawardea), vice-presidents. First in the Field. In the Flint Borough Year Book, issued by the Town Clerk, it is stated that Flint is the birth- place of municipal life in Wales. Here, on the th of September, 1284, the first Royal Municipal Charters were granted to towns in Wales by King Edward 1." Volunteer Prize Distribution. The annual prize distribution in connection with the E (Flint) Company of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers took place at the Town Hall on Friday evening, before a large gathering. Major T M Keene (Mold) distributed the prizes, and there were on the platform Colonel Sheriff Roberts, Major Dyson, the Rev W Ll Nicholas (chaplain), Lieutenants E J H Williams, J Ll Wil- liams. J 31 Kemp, etc. Altogether there were 55 prize-winners. After the prize distribu- tion dciucnig was spiritedly indulged in until the I early hours of the morning. )

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The Advertising Association. A public meeting in connection with the above had been arranged for last Friday evening, but owing to other gatherings, the attendance was not of a sufficiently representative character to justify the transaction of any business. The meeting was accordingly adjourned till this (Friday) evening, when the question of means of increasing the funds of the association will be dealt with.

I Rhyl and County Club. Mr J H Ellis presided over the annual meeting on Monday, when Col. Mainwaring was unani- mously re-elected president, and a working com- mittee was selected. The balance sheet was presented,and it was considered highly satisfactory. Various improvements in the Club arrangements were recommended to the committee tor adoption.

Competitive Meeting. Under the auspices of the Welsh Biptist B ind of Hope, the leaders of which are Messrs Rt Jones and Rt Lloyd aud Miss Charlotte Jones, a com- petitive meeting was held in the Tabernacle school- room, Water Street, on Tuesday evening. The Rev. A J Parry, D.D., presided, and was assisted in the conduct of the proceedings by Messrs Wm Parry and 0 R Williams. Several contests took place, as a result of which prizes were awarded as follows :—Singing, Jennie Roberts, Treforris re- citing (English), Florence Edwards and Frieda Phillips; reciting (Welsh), Hildred Roberts; handwriting, Annie Roberts, Frieda Phillips, Daisy Hughes solo, Ada Trehearn; map drawing, Frieda Phillips, Aunie M Parry party singing, Florence White's party and Add. Trehearn's party. The usual votes of thanks terminated a successful gathering.

A Noted British Industry. The outstanding feature of an excellent anima- ted picture entertainment given in the Rhyl Town Hall on Monday, Tuesday, and Wesdesday evenings, by Mr A Cheetham, of Silvograph fame, was a full description of Messrs Palethorpe's sausage factory at Dudley Port. In introducing the subject Mr Cheetham said he was much indebted to the kindness of Messrs Palethorpe's local representative, Mr R Sykes, who was for- merly a manager of one of their departments in Dudley Port, and through whose influence he had been able to secure an admirable reproduction of the whole undertaking, from the farm to the consumer." It was claimed for the picture, which had never been publicly exhibited before, that it was the longest film in the world, affording a con- tinuous run of about half a mile. The picture, which told its own tale in a very engrossing manner, showed the factory in full working order-how pigs are given "the happy dispatch," and the various stages necessary for the production and distribution of the famous sausages and pork pies Other attractions included various sets of humorous and other pictures, illustrated songs by Madame Rose Garton, and pianoforte solus by Master B W Cheetham-all of which helped to make up a highly enjoyable evening. The Town Hall being still available, the entertainment will be repeated this evening and to-morrow evening.

P.S.A. The monthly musical service attracted a large gathering to the Boys' Brigade Hall on Sunday afternoon. Mr F L Rawlins presided, and besides selections by the Rhyl Amateur Brass Band, under the leadership of Mr D Owen, solos were given by Miss Jobson and Miss Chappell. The Rev W Bell, Prestatyn, was the speaker.

Christ Church (Congregational). The annual meeting of the members of Christ Church (Congregational), Water Street, was held on Wednesday night, and was presided over f^r his first time by the pastor, the Rev J Pandy Williams. There was an uausually largs attendance of members, and the pro- ceedings were very enthusiastic. The financial report, read by the Secretary (Mr P Mostyn Williama), showed totaljreceipts amounting to £ 510, almost double the amount for the previous year, leaving the financial position of the Church in a vary healthy condition. During the year there had been an accession of 92 to the membership roll, bringing the total to the largest number known in the history of the Church. The variou" activities of the JChurch were reported upon by the different officials. The Sunday School had twenty new more scholars, notwithstanding the formation of the P.S.A. with a membership of 408, and which was one of the most successful institutions in the town of Rhyl. The Lawn Tennis Club had had a successful season, and it was hoped to re-organise it during the coming season on a still more ambitious scale. The Mutual Improvement Society had had a most interesing session, while the weekly social teas under the auspices of the ladies had yielded a large sum, which had been applied to debt liquidation fund. In addition the pastor had collected over X150 towards the cost of decoration and the installation of the electric light. The Boys' Brigade had also had a record year, special reference being made to the interest taken in it by Mr Blackham, founder of the P.S.A. The officers were heartily thanked for their services during the past year, and the following were elected for Ithe ensuing year :—Hon secretary, Mr P Mostyn Williams; hon treasuser, Mr John Williams, Terfyn; orgauist, Miss Winnie Davies precentor, Mr Gao Nuttal.

Gossip The notice of Council election will be issued early next week, and we shall soon learn who are in the running. We are told that Air Joseph Jones, Waterloo Villa, has decided to offer his services to the town, but in which ward we are unable to state. Mr Jones is just the man who should be on a public board. He is particularly observant, and has gained valued experience during his many years' visits to other towns. He has now the leisure of retirement from personal occupation whilst the fact that he has always been dead on lavish expenditure will commend his candidature to the ratepayers of this much burdened town. The erection of a fence across the sandbanks to the east of Rhyl has again been brought before the Council at St Asaph. The obstruction complained of is not the fence, but a gate, though that gate is not locked. The right of road does not appear to be denied the public and how far the owner of unfenced land may put up fences and gateways to prevent trespass is a matter we will not presume to decide. In the matter of a genuine obstruction any person aggrieved has the remedy in his own hands, and he need not trouble any council to act. High tides have again been nibbling at the sand- banks, and one who is an authority tells us that great havoc may be expected by the high tides of March, if the wind be in a certain direction. He anticipates that much of the golf links will be flooded, and that the golfers will be able to have some boating where they now knock balls. Two meetings held in connection with the burning question—that of elementary education- now much canvassed in the parish of Llanasa are reported in our issue this week. It appears that the objection to the existing schools really turns on the appointment of two Sisters as teachers, though those teachers are fully qualified. This is frivolous, in the face of the fact that there is no record of any child being proselyted at Talacre Schools, which have been attended by the children of Protestants for more than half a century. But it is an indication of the prevailing captious opposition among Radicals to Church, and Catholic Schools, though many of those Radicals have received their,own education through the generosity of conductors of these schools. Mr W J P Storey. J.P., Preswylfa, attended the King's levee this week. His attendance in conrt was the last function of his most successful year of office as High Sheriff of Flintshire.