The North Wales Weekly News

St. Asaph Board of^ Guardians. LIGHT UPON THE DENBIGH WOMEN'S BLANKING ACCOUNT. The fortnightly meeting of this Board was held on Friday, Mr. Edwin Morgan presiding. The fallowing members were also pre.sf-,iit Messrs. Robert Jones (Prestatyn), William Mor- ris, John (Pierce, William Williams, Robert Lloyd J. Ellis Jones, jLlewelyn B. Evans, John Roberts, Hugh Edwards, John Lothian, W. S. Roberts, T. Pennant Williams, Isaac Batho, J. R. Ellis, and W. Conwy-Bell; with the Clerk's deputy (Mr. Davies), the Master (Mr. Robert Jones), and the other officials. SYMPATHY WITH THE CLERK. The Chairman said he was sure they would all be sony to learn that their Clerk, Mr. Grims- ley, was 'unable to be present that day owing to illness. He (proposed a vote of sympathy with him in his indisposition. This was carried. THE HOUSE. The Master repented that the number of in- mates in the House that day was 163, as against 160 in the corresponding day of last year. Dur- ing the past fortnight 161 vagrants were relieved, against 133. PROPOSED GIFT. Miss Hore, of Bryn Eatyn, Sit. Asaph, wrote that as an acknowledgment of the work done during the year by the Br-aibazon Scheme Work- ers run the House, it was proposed to present a clock to the womens ward, and that it was hoped to do as much for the men's ward next year. It was intended to make the presentation on the 8th January, and Guardians were in- vited to attend. ARREARS OF CALLS. The Chairman stated there were arrears of Calls due from the fallowing -parishes —Bettws, ;(55 on two occasions; Cefn, ^46 an two occa- sions and Prestatyn cvrod a balance of Z83 on the Call of 'October 23rd and £263. It was de- cided to ask the Clerk to write the Overseers of the respective parishes for the amounts. A WIDOW'S MEANS. The (Clerk submitted a report in reference to Suisannah Jones, of Henllan-street, Denbigh, who bad been in receipt of out-relief, and whom, one of the 'Guardians—Mr. J. Ellis Jones—al- leged had lan account in the Post Office Savings Bank. The report lsihowed that a son of Susan- nah Jones (Hugh. Jones, employed at Bryngwyn Caerwys,—gave the Clerk the following particulars: That his mother had had six children, four of WhOiW were now living, viz., (1) Mary Ellen Jones single, living next door to her mother, charwoman; (2) Thos Jones, labourer, widower, with four children, living J r ,to :^s 'mothea, who looked after his children; (3) John Joneis, an inmate of the Asylum (4) Hugh Jones, himself, engaged on piecework, 20s. a week sometimes, or 15s. to 20s. while an work, not re,-ularlv employed; had lived with his mother off and on all his life, except during the Last two or three years; when at oome used to pay rent, and for his own food, but had not given his mother amfithing for three moinths owing to want of regular employment. wo years ago last November, a son died. He owned a pony and ,trap, and these were sold, and the mother lived on the proceeds. The report went on to say that when ques- loned about the alleged banking account, Hugh Jones said his mother had not a penny piece in the bank; ^Ult tliat there was a bank book at the Post Office in the name of his niece, Jane Jones,, who was five or six years of age. The money, however, was his, but his mother's name was, on The sum in the bank was about C15, but no deposit had been made for about six month,. The first two pavments were made by hIS iIllortJhelI as trustee for the little girl. All other payments were made by himself and his mother had nothing to do with the matter, except as trustee. He was willing to send the d"kMf Z ~SP<!C'ka from ThUIS" The Clerk's deputy now stated that the man afterward declined to send the book for inspec- tion as promised. Mr J. Ellis Jones expressed the hope that the Board would now be satisfied that this woman had money m the Post Office. The book would ,not beoonrt: in for inspection, and the reason for that was that it wculd enable the Guardians to discover that the woman had deposited money in the. bank, not as a trustee, but in another character. She was the owner of the money deposited, and hie thought the Board should give him ,credIt for the amount of interest, he (Mr. Jones) had shown in the case. (" We do, we do.") He woiuild now ask that Mr. Grimsley, when recovered from his illness, should visit this woman s house and make a thorough in- quiry into the book in her own house. He should also enquire asto, deposits made by Mrs. Jones in other places, such as clubs. The whole of the circumstances as divulged by the report, showed clearly that he was justified in bringing this matter before the Board. (Hear, hear.) It was agreed to let the matter stand over until the Clerk's convalescence.

Colwyn- |Bay| Entertainments. a VICTORIA PIER AND PAVILION. BRIGHT OUTLOOK FOR NEXT SEASON. A tone of optimism marks the annual report of the Directors, which will be submitted to-day (Thursday) at the general meeting of the Victoria Pier and Pavilion Company, Colwyn Bay, Limited. The report is in the following terms:— The Directors beg to submit their ninth annual report, together with the audited accounts for the year ended 31st October, 1908. The balance of revenue for the past year, after deducting debenture interest, bank interest and commis ion, was £ 577 10s. 3id., which, with the credit balance of the previous year of [96 4s. 7-d., 21 makes a total disposable balance of [673 14s. nd. This amount your Directors recommend should be appropriated as follows :— £ s. d. Dividend of 2 per cent. 663 18 5 Carrying f rward 9 16 6 1!1 It has been usual in past years to write off a sum for depreciation (Pier and Pavilion), but as the property undergoes repairs and renewals every year cut of revenue, your Directors deemed i t unnecessary to make any provision this year. "Notwithstanding the great depression in trade, your Directors feel that the amount of profit earned during the past year, which is slightly in excess of the previous year, is an augury of better things in the future. The satisfactory results have not been brought about without the strictest economy and most careful management, as will be seen on a reference to the profit and loss account. The arrangements for nextseason are in progress, and are of a most promising character. Your Directors look forward to a more prosperous future, which will enable them to declare regular dividends. Mr. W. A. Pryce-Davis having resigned his position as Secretary, the Directors have pleasure in stating that they have appointed in his place Mr. Renault Eldrid, late Secretary and Acting Manager of the Harrogate Kursaal." Mr. Eldrid comes with the highest recommendations, and your Directors are hopeful that he will increase the business of the Company. The retiring Directors are Mr. W. F. Mason and Mr. R. Wallwork, who are eligible, and offer them- selves for re-eiection. The Auditor (Mr. Peter Gregson) also retires, and being eligible offers himself for re-election." W. F. MASON, "December 12th, 1908. "Chairman." AN AMBITIOUS SCHEME. The Company are to be congratulated upon the fact that for the first time the Directors are able to declare a dividend two years in succession. For- merly they were only able to declare a dividend in alternate years, but now for the second time in two years they are able to provide for a dividend of 2 per cent. Undoubtedly, the Company have reached the period in their history when they can say that the corner has been turned," and if they are given adequate support by visitors and residents they will be in a position to do great things for Colwyn Bay during the coming season. 'J he country has passed through a period of exceptional depression, and if, with the public support accorded them, the Directors have been able to do so well during the past year, then it is reasonable to expect that with a continuance of the support they will be able to do even better when trade shows an up- ward tendency, as it probably will in the course of the approaching spring and summer. The Directors have secured in Mr. Eldrid a competent manager, who has outlined a scheme of entertainments on a more elaborate scale than has previously been attempted at Colwyn Bay, and the Directors are full of determination to supply such attractions as will enable both themselves and the town to defy competition. All the evidence leads to the con- clusion that Colwyn Bay is now entering upon the most successful year in its progressive history.

Dressed Poultry Show at Conway. The annual show of market dressed poultry, fowls, &c., took place on Wednesday of last week, in the Conway Market Hall, and owing to the energetic efforts of .Mr. John Hughes., the Market 1Ha.11 Keeper, there was an excellent en- try. The j'udges were Messrs. H. Eastwood, A. T. Johnson, aiid H lniton For the best couple of turkeys the prize was awarded 'to Miss Roberts, Plas Bach; Mrs. Jones, Bryndedwydd, Mochdre, being second. Mir. Breese, Conway, was awarded vhc, and Mr. John Roberts, poulterer, Gyfhn, he. For the best three gc-ese (open to shop keep- ers): I, (Mrs. Joneis, Bryndedwydd; 2, Mr. Breese, Cornway vhc, Mr. John Roberts, Gyffin. For the best four ducks (open to .shop keep- ers) I, Mlm. Jones, Bryndedwydd; 2, Mr. Breese, vhc, Mr. J. Roberts, Gyffin. For the best four fowl; I, Mrs. Jones, Bryn- dedwydd 2, Mr. John Roberts, Gyffin. Besit three geese (open to farmers only) I, Mr Hugh Roberts, Grugfryn, Glan Conway; 2, Mr. W. Roberts, Llwynygwaew, Talybont; vhc, MI. William Jones; hc, Mr. Evan Jones, Bryn- glorian. Four ducks (open to farmers) I, Miss Owen, Plas Ucha', Glan Cotnvay 2,'Miss Grace Wil- liams, Bryn Iocyn; vhc, Mr. Thomas Hughes, Gwernyfelin, Talybont; hc, Mrs. Williams, Bryn Iocyn c, Mr Richard Jones, Craiglwyd Farm, Penmaenmawr. Four fowls (open to farmers) I, Mr. H. Ro- berts Grugfryn; 2, Mr. David Davies, Farm- yard vhc, Mrs. Williams, Bryn Iocyn hc, Miss Tones, Tanyberllan. There was a fairly large supply of geese m the market, which were sold shortly after the open- ing at 9yd. per lb

i™^CURE!T COUGHT4 HAYMAN'S 1 BALSAM 1 OF HOREHOUND. 1 •Nothing like it for a cold.' Mr. W.HIKD,Norwich. J STOPS COLIX

Sheep Dipping. ANOTHER STRONG PROTEST BY FARMERS. At the monthly meeting of the St. Asaph (Flint) Rural District Council held on Thursday, 1Ir. Edward Williams presiding, a letter was read from the Association of Merionethshire Farmers containing a resolution of protest against the necessity of dipping sheep according to the requirements of the regulations now in vogue. The resolution pointed out that farm- ers were called upon to dip much too often, and that this was vexatious, and led to a great loss. It asked that a resolution be passed by the Council requesting some relaxation in the Orders. Mr. W. S. Roberts (Bodfari) said that it was a great imposition on farmers to be called upon to dip sheep at the end of the year especially when no scab existed in the district. (Hear, hear.) Mr. Conwy-Bellsaid he was one of the very first to admit that sheep dipping was necessary but he knew of a great many people who were foolish enough to say that it was not necessary. However he thought that the stringent regula- tions brought into operation during the past two year, and especially the Order of 1908, was a great imposition upon farmers. (Hear, hear.) He, himself, had been a great loser through hav- ing to obey this compulsory dipping Order. Re- cently he had 168 lambs fit for the butcher, to go through the dip on a certain day, and of these he had since lost 50, whilst the remainder were not .fit to be shown to anybody. He could not at first make out the reason for this, and called in Mr. Rowlands, veterinary surgeon, Abergele. A lamb was killed for experimental purposes, iand they had come to the unanimous conclusion, and were perfectly certain in their minds that it was a case of pleurisy and peri- tonitis due to the dipping in the cold wet month of September, and the rains which followed. Now, this was a case where dipping was not necessary. 'Some of the lambs had been taken to the St. Asaph Auction Mart a month previ- ously and not sold. They had been dipped, and within a companatively,short period of time, the lambs had been dipped no less than three times. It was nonsense for gentlemen at the Board of Agriculture to sit down to make these regulations, when they knew nothing at all about it. (Hear, hear.) 'Having referred to the fact that Flintshire had always been the freest county in Wales from, Mir. Bell said that dip- ping twice a year ought to be sufficient to era- dicate sc3v and the regulations as they now stood were a great imposition on farmers, and in many instances caused great loss. It was ne- cessary to dip, but not every time one took sheep into the market. (Hear, hear.) He was deter- mined to take this matter up himself, and that he would do as soon as he received the expert's report. Mr. Edwin Morgan said he felt as strongly on the subject as Mr. Bell, and he, together with Mr. -Bell and other gentlemen, had discussed it very strlongly in the County Council. Indeed, he raised the question as far back as two years ago.. He quite confirmed Mir. Bell's remarks, and would move that the Council confirm the recommendation of the Menonethshire farmers. (Hear, hear.) Mr. Conwy-Bell seconded. After further discussion, Mr. Morgan ex- plained, in answer to Mr. JLlew B. Evans, that his motion meant the modifioation of the Orders and Regulations, and not to do away entirely with compulsory dipping. Mr. John Lothian protested against the rate- payers being obliged to keep policemen to act as Inspectors under these Regulations, as such duties kept them away from their ordinary duties. Mr. Bell: And policemen will be your excise officers after the first of January. Mr. William Morris agreed with the remarks made, adding that in his own case, lie had to dip sheep to go to Denbigh Agricultural Show, and soon afterwards had to repeat the process for the Rhyl -Show. It was a fearful loss and waste of time. iMr. W. S. 'Robert's It is cruelty. Mir. Bell: No doubt about it. The motion was unanimously passed.

Frozen to Death at Bangor. Early on Saturday a Bangor postman named Parry, on his rounds, found an old man lying in a field at Bishop's Mill. The old man was then alive, but died immediately. He was an old railway signalman, of Upper Bangor, named Loviibond, who left home on Friday night, and was reported as missing to the police at mid- night by his son. Loviibond was eighty-two- years of age, and was well known as an outside porter at Bangor Railway Station. Further inquiries show that Lovibond was frozen quite stiff when found. The postman at first passed the body, tlhinking .it was an old sack thrown into the field. Subsequently on his return he found an old man lying on his face, having apparently dropped exhausted from the bitter cold. He had probably lost his way. It is a matter for wonder how the old man managed to get there, as the surrounding walls are high. It is supposed he had beenmmbling about all night, having lost his way.

The Aluminium Works. PROPOSALS FOR THE RECONSTRUC- TION OF A COMPANY. It was stated at a creditors' meeting in con- nection with the Aluminium Corporation, Limi- ted, that -the company established works at Dol- gar-r-og, North Wales, ai-iiciigst other places. Mr. Hawkins, one of the liquidators, stated that at the works in North Wales practically complete aluminium was being manufactured, and the water of Lakes ICowlyd and Eigiau was available. Since its establishment the scope of the busi- ness had been considerably enlarged. The capital of the company was not sufficient, and the price of aluminium had considerably fallen. But even at preselIllt prices it could be profitably manufactured in North Wales, though not at Wall send. Proposals for reconstruction would -shortly be submitted to the shareholders, but it was hoped that the concern would be placed on a sound financial basis.

Joyful Children at Colwyn Bay. A CHARMING FUNCTION. Around this Merry Christmas Tree, we see the children play Their hearts are light, and full and free, on this their Partv Day We love to see them happy, and join them in the fun. So run about, and happy be, (As lambs skip in the sun,' Play on, you little dears, you loving hearts combine, May you in future years, remember this Xmas time, God bless you all May your Christmas ring with cheer. Love Father, Mother, and us all, throughout the coming year. G. EVANS. Children's joy is contagious. Its blissful in- uocenoe and purity appeal to all hearts. Those adults who were present at the children's party at the Imperial Hotel, Colwyn Bay, on Wednes- day last, lived their young days, for the nonce, over again. Those who organised the happy event of a Christmas- Tree. and partv in connec- tion with the North Wales Branch of the United Kingdom Commercial Travellers Association, were amply repaid for their work in the joy it imparted to bright little hearts. The sight was lascinating. The bright and gleeful counten- ances ^expectant of good things to be enjoyed were inspiring, -and that genius in the arrange- ment of social functions, Mr. W. G. Moblev is -to be -heartily congratulated upon the success' of the j5rst Christmas Tree. Mrs. Lowe, the estimaole hostess, had given the committee practicaTly carte blanche with the resources of the hotel, and there was com- fort at every turn. The large coffee room was, 'however, the centre of interest to the happy young folks, for therein was the fine Christmas Tree studded with- beautiful toys. Around it were dainty tables of Christmas fare, and the scene during tea was one of beauty and charm. A splendid tea had been prepared by Mrs. Lowe. THE GUESTS. Amongst those present were Mr. Charles Pal- mer (tl-ie genial Chairman of the North Wales Branch of the Association), Mrs. Palmer, Mas- ters Willie and Harold Palmer, and Miss Wini- fred .1'aimer, iMr. and Mrs. William Gresty and ■Mis Nor ah Gresty, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Littler. My. J. Foulkes, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Mobley, and Miss V. A. iMobley, Mr. S. J. Mobley (aged 89 years, and who represented idealistic ally Father Christmas), .Mr. H. V. Doughty-Davies and Miss Olwel1 Doughty-Da vies, Mr. and Mrs. E. George Evans, Rhyl;" M-r. T. G. Humphreys and Master Idwal E. -Humphreys, Mr. and Mrs. Hudson and iMiasters John and Irving Hudson, Miss E. Jones, Miss- Louie Clarke, Cafe Royal; Mr. J. G. Jones and Master Willie J. Jones and Miss Adeline Jones, Fernlea Miss Williams., Mr and iMir-s- D. J. Davies and Master Jeffrey Davies and .Miss Di-lys- Davies, Mr. and Mrs. Maddock and the Misses Florrie, Gladys, and Lilly M-addock, Mr. and Mrs. Gwesyn Price and Miss Olwen Gwe.syn Price, M aster Hunt and the MiiSSeS Hlmii (2), Miss Dorothy Jones, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Bethel, Mrs. Ernest Turner, Miss E. Turner, nurse and baby, Miss Dolly Mobley, Mr and Mrs. Roy-lance, Rhos Mr T. R. Davies, Miss Gladys Diav^es and Master Ivor Davies, Mr. and Mrs. ,M. H. Par-ry and Master Parry, Penmaenmawr; Mr. Evans-Hughes and Miss Gladys Hughes, Master Gilbert S. PenningtOin, Master 'Harry Cramp-ton and Miss Lilian Cromp- ton, Mrs. Wilkie and Miss Dorothy Wilkie, Llan- fairf-echan; Mr. and Mrs. Griffith Lewis and child, Conway; Mr. Prendrville, Birkenhead; Mr., Mrs., and Miss R. F Williams, Mrs Rogers- Jones, Master Rogers Jones and Miss E. Rogers Jones, Glan Conway; the. Misses Dorothy and Maud Warburton, the Misses Myfanwy and Gladys Jbnes, Miss A. Hughes, Miss L. Roberts, Eirianfa, Conway; -Miss- E. Williams. Conway Miss Dora Smith and Master J. I. Smith, Mrs. and Miss Skelsey, Masters Tom and Reggie Savage, Miss Adams, Master Arthur Williams, Mr. J. Burdett, Mr. W. F. Williams and Miss May Williams, -Bangor Miss Gladys Dicken, Miss Gr-acie Jones, Master Noel Jones, Mr. Har- old Thorpe, Mrs. Norbury and Master Nurburv Conway. Mr. Tom Law-rence, the President of the Branch, was unable to be present. He sent a -handsome donation, towards the event. The gifts subscribed were so numerous that it would be a task to- enumerate the names but the com- mittee were greatly encouraged by the hearty .spirit in which the mattea- was entered into. This was the last function to be organised by MT. W.G. Mobley as Social Secretary, as owing to increasing duties he has had, to -the gener-af re- gret of the members of the Branch, to relinquish the post. However, the committee has been fortunate in getting Mr. H. V. Doughty-Davies to be his successor, who is certain to keep up the excellence of the social functions. The beautiful tree was the gift of Mr. William Gresty (ex-Chairman of the Branch). The'Social Com- mittee- was comprised of Mrs. A. E. Bethel Mrs R. F. Williams, Mrs. D. J. Davies, and Mrs W G. Mobley, and LMiessrs. Bethel, Ben Littler, a-nd H. V..Douighty-Davies, with, of course, Mr. W. G. Mobley, as its Secretary. PRESENTATION TO MR W G. MOBLEY. After tea was over, Mr. Charles Palmer, in a pleasant and graceful speech, said lie had a pleasing duty to perform. That being the last occasion upon which Mr. Mobley was acting as their Social Secretary, so delighted were the members with his. always successful work .that they had decided to make him a small present, in recognition, to some extent, of the good opinion -they had of him. (Applause.) Mr. Mobley, he thought, knew nothing whatever about the matter. He asked him, therefore, to accept a silver inkstand, with two silver candle- sticks, in leather case, mounted in plush and silk, with the inscription engraved thereon Presented to Mr W. G. Mobley, by the mem- bers of the North WTales Branch of the U.K.C.T.A. December, igos." (Applause.) Mr Mobley, who was greatly surprised at what had transpired, said he felt almost speechless. -He did not know how to return thanks.. It was a present so unexpected, and he. would greatly prize it while he lived. He would not have given the Social Secretaryship duties, up bad it not been for other matters that called for his atten- tion -arid time; but he would do all in his po-weir as a member of the committee to further the in- terests of the Branch. (Lord applause.) Mr. E. George Evans (Rhyl), in his own in- imitable way, proposed a hearty vote of thanks to all who had worked so well in bringing about that successful event. This was carried with three ringing cheers. A BON-BON BATTLE! Perfect freedom was ,allowed the young folks and the scene when the bon-born battle was on" was most exciting. The crack, crack, crack, elicited shouts -of joy and the hum of animated conversation, and the excited young faces were a delightful picture. The bran-well was another source of mv-steri- ous joy, and Mr. Doughty-Davies had a busy time with his 150 presents in the well. Father Christmas lent a picturesquenes-s to the scene, and held a reception throughout the even- ing. We congratulate the venerable gentleman upon having rc-overed from his recent illness. He was revered and loved by .all, and the spark- ling eyes of the juveniles showed that they re- garded him with awe. THE MUSICAL PROGRAMME. The musical programme was varied and much enjoyed. The quartette party gave The Sail- ors' Chorus and 11 The Soldiers' Farewell." Miss Olwen Gwesyn Price sang sweetly £ i Isle of Anglesea," and recited cleverly Perplexity," and the programme was. as follows --Miss Ada Hughes, of 'Conway, pianoforte solo; Mr. T. Evans-Hughes, song; Mr. E. George Evans, of Rhyl, recitation; pianoforte .solo. Miss A. Doughty-Davies; violin sclo, Miss Gladys Jones-; songs by Mr. Ben Littler, Miss F. A. Mobley (comic), Mr. A. F.. Bethel, the Commer- cial Con-cert Party, Mx. H. V. Doughty-Davies (comic); pianoforte solo, Miss Gladys Hughes; songs, Miss M. Jones, Mr. Gwesyn Price, Mr. W. G. iMiobley, and Miss Eva Griffithis, recitation.