The North Wales Weekly News

DOLWYDDELEN. INQUEST.—An inquest was held by the Coroner, Mr. Pentir Williams, on Tuesday, on the body of the two-year-old child of Mr. Mor- ris, Pistyll-terrace, who died from the effects of burning. A verdict of accidental death was returned.

TALYCAFN. THE BEST AND CHEAPEST house and steam coals is supplied by Edwards & Son, Col- Liery Agents, Conway and Talycafn. 15X8G

LLANDUDNO. r>x-?AE C°RM°RANTS FOR HOLYHEAD- Ti j'TTlxe retum League fixture between Llandudno and Holyhead Clubs takes place on Saturday at the Kingsland Oval. The Cormor- ants are popular favourites in the port town, and a good tussle is anticipated. The Amateurs have been played lather frequently of late in Cup-ties; nevertheless the 'Cheis hope to set up a good fight. FUNERAL SERMON.—On Sunday evening, the Rev. W. Phillips, M.A., co-pastor with the Rev. C. T. Ashley, preached at the English Presbyterian Church a funeral sermon upon, the late Ir, Stanley Lunt, of Vardre View, who was a very faithful member of the church. FOK NEW ZEALAND.—We understand that Mr. Stanley Crockatt, formerly tenant of the Great Orme Summit Hotel, and brother to Mr. Harry Crockatt, architect, intends leaving the country to take up his home in New Zealand. We wish him every success. DEPARTURE OF THE REV. TOM DAVIES.—On Sunday evening, at the Welsh Congregational Church, Deganwy-street, the Rev. Tom Davies, who has been pastor for aibout five years, and who is leaving for Llan- dyssul, preached his farewell sermon. This (Thursday) evening a farewell meeting will be held, when the reverend gentleman will be pre- sented with a writing desk and a purse of gold. THE LATE CAPTAIN JAMES DODD.—It was with great regret that the many friends of the Late Captain James Dodd heard of his death, which, to those who were not aware of his ill- ness, came as a shock. Captain Jimmy," as he was affectionately called bv his friends, was one of the most popular captains known in North Wales. He was always bright and cheer- ful, and had no enemies, which is saying a great deal. His sunny countenance will be greatly missed by the thousands who had the pleasure of making tript with him on his boats.

PENRHYNSIDE. COUNTY COUNCIL CONTEST.—The fight in this division is a keen and interesting one, there being two such strong candidates in the field. Last week we commented upon the ad- dress of Mr. T. J. Jones, the Indeipendent can- didate, and now we have pleasure in calling attention to the address (published on page 7) of Mr. NN-. O. Williams, which reveals such a thorough and competent grasp of the great problems of county government. Mr. Williams places a definite policy before the electorate, a policy based upon true Progressive principles, and one which, if carried out to its full extent, would bring about valuable public improve- ments whilst at the sanie time relieving the ratepayers of much of the heavy burden they are now compelled to bear. His reference to the "grabbing" of the people's land bv the wealthy landlords of the county will make a strong appeal.

GLAN CONWAY. For Best Seeds of all varieties, try those of Llewelyn Evans, at the Drug Stores. Give him a call. THE COUNTY COUNCIL have commenced 'the very much desired road improvement at Pensarn. The present high wall is being taken down, and in place thereof a white post and chain fence. This will provide a good view of the road from all directions. The widening at Dolavyd Bach will follow as soon as the Pensarn improvement is finished. ""COUNTY COUNCIL ELECTION.—Mr. J. D. Jones, solicitor, Llanrwst, whose abilities have attracted favourable public attention, is the. son of Ir. David Jones, Llwynfryn, LJJan- dudno, ex-Chairman of the Conway Board of Guardians and of the Vale of Conway Monthlv Meetings of which latter body he is still the Treasurer. Mr. J. D. Jones, who holds strong and progressive views which he is able to ex- plain with clearness and force, possesses that sturdy independence of spirit which is so es- sential in a public representative, and as in addition he is in thorough sympathy with the requirements of this district he would make a valuable member. Councillor D. Mac. Nicoll, who has represented the district for some years, is personally very popular, and has proved a competent member in dealing with matters re- is personally very popular, and has proved a competent member in dealing with matters re- lating to the main roads and agriculture. SHEEP SCAB.—At the Llanrwst Sessions, on Monday, before Mr. O. Isgoed Jones and other Justices, John Jones, Bryn Trallwyn, Glan Conway, was charged with failing to notify the police of the presence of scab among his sheep. Mr. Amphlett (Messrs. Porter, Amphloft, and and Jones, Conway, Colwyn Bay, and Llan- rwst) defended.—P.C. Williams, Glan Conway, stated that he visited the farm on the 131st January, and saw defendant. He inquired if he had bought sheep at Talycafn sale in October from Mr. E. B. Lloyd, Gorddinan, and defeoxi- ant replied Yes, about 22 ewes." Witness in- formed defendant that scab had broken out among sheep in the same flock, and asked if his were healthy. Defendant replied that they were as far as he knew, and told witness he could see them if he wished. He (witness) went close to the field and off the road. He noticed one sheep in pain, biting and scratching herself, and very uneasy. He went back to the farm and saw defendant, and told him he was of opinion there was one suffering from scab at the top field. Defendant asked if it was a lame one, at the same time saying he had not seen them since the previous Wednesday, and they were then all right. They caught the sheep and found it in a very bad state, and it appeared to have suffered for a long time. When they got to the bottom field they found others suffering. Mr. J. Rhydwen Jones, veterinary surgeon, Llanrwst, said he visited the farm and examined three Hocks, 115 sheep in all. In two of the lots he found one sheep suffering from scab, one to a very slight extent, but the other rather badly, and the scab must have existed from four to six weeks.—For the defence, Mr. Am- phlett called the farmer, who said he had no knowledge of any of the sheep suffering. Mr. Amphlett contended that knowledge of the fact was necessary, and quoted several cases in his favour. The Bench dismissed the case on pay- ment of costs, stating that the case was a very proper one for the police to bring forward, and they hoped this would be a warning to others. GOOD FRIDAY EISTEDDFOD. — Most gratifying progress is being made with the ar- rementts foT the Good iFriday Eisteddfod, I which )is to be held in the Bryn Ebenezer Chapel. Entries are being received in all the sections of music and literature. Active pre- parations are being miajdte in the village by choirs and soloists for the various competitions, and the event promises to be a great success. COUNTY COUNCIL ELECTION.—An en- thusiastic meeting in support of the candidature of Mr. John David Jones, solicitor, Llanrwst, was held on Monday evening at the Brvn Eben- ezer schoolroom. The Rev. B. D. Harris oc- cupied the chair. Speeches of a rousing nature were delivered by the Rev. W. Cynwyd Wil- liams, Mr. William Hughes, J.P., Llanrwst, the candidate, and others. Resolutions were passed pledging support for Mr. Jones, and using every effort to secure his return at the head of the poli. BOWLING CLUB.-A meeting was held at the Conway Vale Hotel, on Wednesday last, with the object of forming a Bowling Club. I here was a fair attendance, presided over bv Mr. Ramsden. Names were submitted for the office of Chairman, and a selection will be made forthwith. Mr. J. Winistanley was made Treas- urer, and Mr. Ramsden Secretary, whilst the following gentlemen form the Committee:- Messrs. Preen (Talycafn), J. Evans, Tom Jones and Gill (GLan Conway), and Knowles (Con- way). It was decided to open the siplendidlv arranged green early in May, and matches will be made with local clubs. Over twenty mem- bers have already joined, and all intending members should communicate with Mr Ramsden (the Secretary) or Mr. James Winstanlev, of the Conway Vale Hotel.

NEBO. COMPETITIVE MEETING-A competitive meeting was held at the Chapel on Saturday evening, Mr. David Davies, Dol Glesyn, presided. !u.?dJ^at0rS ^re :-Music, Mr. Hugh Jones, lEhedydd (Carmon); recitation, Mr. Morris Roberts, r fyrdd Gleision. The following were the success- ful competitors :-Solo (under 12): 1, Sally Ro berts, Fotty Fawr; 2nd, T. J. Williams, Bryn Bras Recitation (under 16): Mary Edwards, S?r^ (under l6): Mr" J- Roberts, Ffyrdd Gleision. Drawing E. O. Beattie, Pentre- voelas 2. T. J Williams, Bryn Bras. Recitation (under 12): Gladys Evans, Bryn Esgob. Hand- writing (under 16): J. Davies, Bryniog Ucha. Duett (under 12): J. Roberts and Sally Roberts. Dialogue (under 16): M. J. Roberts and Gwen Roberts. Duett (under 16): 1, M. J. Roberts and Gwen Roberts 2, M. Morris and M. C..Roberts. Verses John Thomas, Soflan. Any recitation J. Henry Jones, Minffordd, Capel Garm.n. Quartett: Idwal Edwards and party. Anv solo (open): M. J. Roberts. Handwriting (under 12): Joseph Dav- ies, Bryniog ucha'; equal 2, T. J. Williams and T. J. Evans Juvenile choir: Nant v Rhiw Choir Thos. Edwards). The accompanist was Mr. W. E. Davies, Llanrwst.

LLANFAIRFECHAN. THE CASTLE HOTEL.—At the Bangor Ad- journed Licensing Sessions, on Tuesday, be- fore Mr. J. E. Roberts and other magistrates, the Bench, through Mr. S. R: Dew, objected to the renewal of the licence of the Castle Hotel, LLanfairfechan, on two grounds—structural un- suotability and the difficulty of police super- vision. Sergeant Griffiths, Bangor, who was previously stationed at Lianfainechan, and P.C. Charles Williams and Superintendent Guest gave evidence, but without calling upon Mr. R. S. Chamberlain, who appeared for the Licensee, the magistrates granted the renewal. DEWI SANT.-All the schools of the village were granted a holiday on Tuesday to com- memorate the patron sainst of Wales. In the evening a successful dinner was held in the Ca'stle Hotel, over which Mr. W. G. Roberts, Camarnain/t, presided. The usual toasts were submitted. EISTEDDFOD.—Yesterday (Wednesday) the fifth annual Eisteddfod in connection with the Irertzim Congregational Chapel was held in the Public Hall, and there was a good attendance at the afternoon and evening meetings, the for- mer being presided over by Mr. David Griffith, I'las l arm, and the latter by Mr Charles Fisher, Warwick. House. The conductor of the meetings was Deiniol Fychan, and the adjudicators were:—Music, Mr Caradoc Roberts, Mus. Bac. literary, Pedrog, the Rev. D. M. Mason, and Mr. W. J. Jones. The accompanist was Mrs. H. R. Davies, Richmond House. The secre- tarial duties were carried out by Messrs. H. R. Davies and J. D. Williams, Bon Marche. There were several interesting competitions, but owing to pressure on our space the full list of awards has to be held over until next week. COUNCIL MEETING.—The monthly meet- ing of the Urban District Council was held on Tuesday night. The business transacted was of mmor importance. It was decided, however, to hold a special meeting of the Council on Tues- day next to consider the question of the shore &c.

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OCNWAY. A GOOD PLACE FOR BOOTS.—For the best and cheapest of a.ll classes of boots aa-d shoes, go to Joseph Jones, Comptou House, Castle-street, Con-way. Best shop for repairs. Agent for K Boots and other best Brands. JOHN M'GILP, practical watchmaker and jeweller. Watches, clocks, jewellery, spectacles, and silver-plate repaired. Address High-street, Conway. For perfect fitting and natural looking arti- ficial Teeth go to Kay and Sons, Ty'n-y-Ffordd, Abergele road, Colwyn Bay. Visits 22, Upper Gate Street (Mrs. Jones) every Tuesday, 2.30 to 4.3°. TROUBLE TO THE POLICE.-On Monday morning, before Dr. R. Arthur-Pmchard and Mr. Owen Rowland, Morgan Ellis, a cripple, and a native of Caeathraw, near Carnarvon,, was charged with being drunk and. disorderly on Saturday night, to which charge he pleaded not (Tudlt. Evidence was tendered by P.C. Davies, who. stated that he found the defendant at the Junction at 12.30 a.m. drunk and very disorder- ly. He refused to go away, and he had to be locked up. Sergeant Evans also said that the defendant was drunk, and earlier in the even- ing he had been cautioned by the police for molesting people. A number of complaints were received about the defendant.—Defendant said he was on his way to Cerngydruidion, where he had a job as a night watchman.. He had lost the use of his left side in the South African War. Deputy Chief Constable Rees said that the defendant gave the police considerable trouble. He had been convicted before at Con- way, Bangor, Carnarvon, Wrexham, and Ches- ter. The magistrates sent the defendant to prison for 21 days, with hard labour. THE FREE LIBRARY.—At the meeting of the Library Committee, it was decided! that the Assistant librarian be at the Library each week day when open from II a.m. to i p.m., and from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. certain, and such other times as the Librarian or Committee arranged, and that either the Librarian or the assistant be on the premises throughout the whole time the Library is open. Messrs. A. J. Oldman and R. Jones and the Rev. William Edwards were appointed a Committee to periodically visit ana inspect the libraries and report upon any mat- ters which had received their attention. MOTOR SERVICE TO TREFRIW. The Corporation have unanimously decided to re- quest the London and North-Western Railway Company to favourably consider a scheme for supplying and running a motor service from and to Convey and Trefriw on the Carnarvonshire side of the river Conway. THE GASWORKS.—At the Corporation ^^fceting, yesterday, Mr. Henry Dixon, the Gas Manager, reported that from January 25th to February 22nd 2,283,000 cubic feet of gas were made, an increase of 339,000 cubic feet on the corresponding period last year. Suifte March 3ist, 1909, to February 22nd, 1910, 262 meters had been fixed, making a total of 1,000 meters in use up to date. Of these 590 were automatic meters and 410 ordinary, and as the district of supply had increased, and occupied all the men's time to attend to the demands of the consumers, it would be n-ecessar,- to consider some means of having the meters attended to more regu- laily than they could spare the time at present. The Council, after consideration., decided to en- gage Hugh Edwards, already employed at the .gasworks, to do the work of a meter inspector on a month's trial, and that the Gas Manager re- port to the next meeting as to his suitabilay for the appointment. GAS FITTERS.—The Corporation are taking into consideration the question of engaging ap. prentices to be trained as gascfitters, and the Gas Manager was instructed at the meeting yesterdav to obtain information as to the terms and conditions in force at gasworks where ap- prentices* were engaged. SM ALL HOLDINGS.—At the Council meat- iThg, on Wednesday, a letter was read from the Board of Agriculture and Fisheries with respect to the Small Holdings and Allotment. Act, and the members instructed the Town Clerk to in- form the Board that the Council, on the 1st September, 1909, passed a resolution that any application for allotment gardens on the Coai- way Morfa would be considered by them. THE HARBOUR.—At yesterday's meeting of the Corporation, the Harbour Master reported that from January 20th to February 20th six v-sels oi a registerred tonnage of 416 entered the harbour and discharged and loaded cargoes amounting to 294 tons. THE CAMPS.-Conside.rable uneasiness has been felt amongst tradesmen and others with re- gard to the rumour that there will be no. Terri- torials encamped on the Morfa, dturing the com- ing season. At the Corporation meeting y ester day the Surveyor was instructed ot inquire of the military authorities if they could give any information in regard to the 1910 camp. N'VIIAT WE READ.—The Librarian has re- Ported to the Free Library Committee that 338 books were taken: from the Conway Library and 42 from the branch library at Deganwy. The attendance at the Conway Library since the last Committee was 1,456, and the classification of books was as follows: --Biography, 3; edu- cation, 10; fiction, 341 history, 7; miscellane- ous, S; poetry, i travels, 2; and Welsh, 8. The attendance at the Degawy branch library was 430. PROPOSED CATTLE MART.—At a meeting of the Markets and Fairs Committee of the Cor. poration, it was unanimously decided to place the question of the provision of a cattle mart for Conway on the agenda of the next meeting, and that the attention of the officials be called to a previous resolution of the Committee, and that they be asked to report in accordance there. with without fail to the next meeting. THE CORPORATION SHOW-S.-At the last meeting a detailed statement was submitted to the Markets and Fairs Committee showing the receipts and expenses in conner-tion with the Honey, Butter, and Christmas Shows since the Committee awarded prizes in connection with them. lJli the discussion, the members felt that the shows had been successful, and had been the of attracting business to the town, and that as this was the one aim of the Corn- miitte, they considered they were justified in the expenditure of past years, and it was resolved that the shows be again held during the current year and that the Corporation be asked to make the necessary provisions on the estimates. AN ABSCONDING INMATE.—Before Dr. Prichard and Mr. Owen Rowland, on Monday afternoon, Annie Jones, a young married woman, was charged with absonding from the workhouse, where she was an inmate, and steal- ing wearing apparel of the value of 30s. Mr. T. E. Parry appeared for the Guardians of the poor. EdWard Jones, the Workhouse Master, said the ddendaaa had been aui inmate of the JIIL workhouse with her husband and children for some time. On Thursday night last, between 8 and 9 p.m., she disappeared from the House through ome of the windows, and ttook the clothes with her. Mr. T. E. Parry said that if the woman would behave herself the Guardians did not wish to press the case against her. Ser- geant Evans said that the police sergeant at Khyl informed him that the defendant had made up a parcel of the clothing, and had addressed it to the Workhouse Master. In reply to the magistrates, defendant said she was not willing ito go back to the workhouse, because .she could get her living outside. She would not have run away, but that she wanted to get a home to- gether. Defendant went on to talk volubly, when Mr. Owen Rowland said she must under- stand that she had broken the Law, and she must not be impudent with the magistrates. It was decided to adjourn the case until after the meeting of the Guardians on Friday, the de- fendant in the meantime promising to enter the workhouse until Monday next. DEATH AND FUERAL.-The death took place last week of Mr. Hugh Williams, Chapel House, Chapel-street, at the age of 47 years. The deceased had been ailing for some months For many years he looked! after the Carmel C.M. Chapel, and was a faithful mem- ber of the church. The first part of his life was spent in farming, and afterwards he educated himself, and joined the staff of the London and North-Western Railway Company, which he left several vears ago to go to the* firm of Messrs. 1', and H. Lewis, with whom he was employed up to the time of his illness. He took a very prominent part in the week-night services at Carmel, and was a Sunday School teacher. He was also an excellent musician, and whenever his services were required, he readily came for- ward and led the singing. His place will be hard to fill in the chapel. The funeral, which was of a representative character, took place on Saturday afternoon last. 'He leaves a widow and two children to mourm his loss. FIRE BRIGADE.—Orders for week ending March i4th:-Staticn duty, Firemen Robert Evans and R. W. Parr. Probationers Richard Jones and Edward Roberts. Officer on duty, Foreman W. H. Jones.-F. A. DELAMOTTE, Chief Officer. CARMEL LITERARY SOCIETY.—The younger members of the Carmel C.M. Literary Society are not encouraged in the preparation of papers to read before the Society. The papers are in every way up to the usual standard, but it is only a very meagre number who attend to listen to them. A week ago, when the Rev. William Jones, Ardwyn, was reading a paper, there was a very large attendance, and an ap- peal was then made to support the Society, but the appeal was in vain, for the Chairman (Mr. Owen Evams) had to wait a considerable time on Monday night before he could get anything like an audience together. With the exception of one, the leaders of the cause were conspicuous by their absence, wheras the week previous they were present in full strength. However, it is their loss, for they missed a most interesting and intructive address on that great composer Handel," by Mr. Herbert O. Evans, and an excellent paper on Ceisio Gloewlach Nen," a srabject quite oilt of the ordinary, by Mr. W*. J. Jones, Rose Place. A number of those present spoke of the excellence of the paper a,nd the address, and complained of the poor, attendance which always greeted the younger members' efforts on behalf of the Society. At the close a hearty vote of thanks was accorded the young men, on the motion of Mr. C. Cynwal Jones, seconded by Mr. Elias Jones LENT.—The Rev. J. Davies, curate, was the preacher at the Lenten service in the Parish Church Last night (Wednesday). To-night (Thursday) the Rev. J. C. Morrice, Llandegfan, will deliver an English sermon.

TALYBONT. THE PATRON SAINT.—A most enjoyable meeting was held1 in the Council School on Monday evening to celebrate St. David's Day. During the first part of the evening the audi- enoe enjoyed an excellent concert, over which the Rev. W. E. Williams, Talybonit, presided. The following items were given by the artistes —Pianoforte solo, "March," Miss Laura Potter recitation, John Jones a'r Cloc," Miss B. W, Ilianis; solo, "C,yda.'r Iesu," Mr. M. Ro- berts; ISolo, Dydd Gwyl DelWi San-t," Mr. Edward Jones; recitation, Mr. W. E. Hughes; solo, Corn y Glyin," Miss A. Evans; solo, "Merch y Cadben," Mr. Tim Evans; bardic address, Gwilym Huws solo, Yr Ornest," Mr R. Evans-Jones; recitation, Sassiwn yng Nghymru,"Mr. Hughie Roberts (encored); duet, Deilen ar yr Afon," Misses Davies and L. P. Owen solo, Hogyn yn gyrru'r wedd," Mr. G. Williams; solo, Gwraig y Morwr," Mr. Tim Evans. During the meeting the President gave a most interesting address on Dewi Sant," The singers were accompanied on the piano by Mrs. G. Williams, Miss Evans-Jones, and Miss Laura Potter. Alter the concert, the audience sat down to an excellent supper, cruter.ed for by Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Evans, Castell. During intervals Eos y Llechwedd de- lighted all wiith his Welsh airs, "So early in the morning and Gwerthu'r hen Gymraeg." After the usual votes of thanks, the evening was brought to a close by singing Hen Wlad fy Nhadau."

LLANGERNYW. GARNEDD C.M. CHAPEL.—The Garnedd C.M. congregation have just procured a splen- did harmonium to aid the choral singing. THE ODDFELLOWS' BRANCH LODGE.— The local Lodge, Elwy, although but recently formed, shows itself to be in a healthy financial condition, according to the annual audit report. COUNTY COUNCIL.—Both candidates are energetically working in the district in further- ance of their prospective cause. Canvassing and meetings are being conducted by both Conservatives and Liberals. LAND SURVEYING.—The Ordnance Survey officials are this week surveying and measuring the district for Government purposes. 1:>

LLANRWST. PREACHERS.—The following will be t preachers for next Sunday — Parish Chtircii Rector. Rev. J. Hamer Lewis. St. Niary's (Et)p,.): Rev. J. Hamer Lewis. Rector. Zion (C.M.) Rev. William Thomas. Scotland Street (C.M): Rev. R. Rowlands. Horeb (W.): Rev. W. Lloyd Davies, Penmachno. St. James' (W.)(Eng-.j: Mr. Toiiikinsoti. Colwyn Bay. Tabernacle (C.): Prayer meeting. Rev W. C. Williams. Ebenezer (C.) (Mission): Sunday School. Mission Services. Penuel (B.): Dr. Owen Davies. Carnarvon. ZION LITERARY SOCIETY.-On Friday, the Rev. T. C. Roberts (Wesleyan) delivered a lecture on Welsh Towns." The chair was occupied by Mr. T. Tudor Williams, and there was a good attendance. HOREB.—" Pulpud John Jones was the subject of an address delivered before a large attendance of members of the Horeb literary society, on Monday evening. The chair was occupied by the Rev. T. C. Roberts. DRUNK AND DISORDERLY.-At the Licensing Sessions, on Monday, Mr. O. Isgoed Jones presiding, Thomas Pierce, Llanrwst, was charged with being drunk and disorderly in the Square on the 14th February, and fined 5s. and costs. TABERNACLE LITERARY SOCIETY'.— The chair, on Friday evening, was occupied by Mr. Joseph Davies, Garthmyn, when the Rev. W. Cynwyd Williams delivered a short lecture, being part of the lecture delivered before the Congregational Conference last summer, on Williams o'r Wern." The lecture was highly appreciated, and strong pressure is being brought upon the lecturer to deliver the same in various parts of the Principal ty. HOREB SUNDAY SCHOOL.—The anniver- sary was held at Horeb on Sunday, Mr. Robert Roberts, Railway-terrace, presiding. The ser- vice was opened by Mr. Idwal Davies. Several selections were given by the children and recita- tions by Miss Maggie" Metcalfe, solos by Miss Maggie Davies, Miss Meta Owen Thomas, Miss Nesta Roberts, and Mrs. Roberts, Llys Myfyr. Addresses were delivered by Messrs. William Griffith, Evan Williams, and the President. The children were catechised by Misses Maggie and Gladys Roberts, and the meeting was closed by Mr. Willie Griffith. TEMPERANCE.—A public temperance meet- i ing was held at the Mission Room, Scotland- street, on Friday evening, Mr. Caradoc Mills presiding. The opening exercises were taken by the Rev. Hugh Hughes, Penuel, and Mr. Robert Evans Prichard, the latter reciting the second Psalm. Selections were rendered by the Mission Choir, conducted by Mr. David Williams, followed by an address by the President. Solos were rendered by Miss Lily Davies, Mr. Llewelyn Jones, and Miss Lei Williams (Regent House), and recitations were given by Mr. William Jones, Mr. John Owen Roberts, Mr. Evan Jones, Miss Agnes Hodgins: and several quartetts by Mr. David Williams and party. A short address was also delivered by Mr. J. O. Jones, B.A., Anneddle. On the motion of Mrs. R. J. Williams, seconded by Miss Jones, Dulas, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded those who had taken part The programme was prepared by Mrs. Williams, Preswylfa, and Miss Thomas, Foundry. A LLANDDEWI HOME.—At the Llanrwst Sessions, on Monday, Thomas Owen Evans and his wife, Jane Evans, of Glanrhyd, Llanddewi, were summoned by Inspector James, N.S.P.C.C., for neglecting their five children, ranging from two to ten years of age.—Mr. R. O. Davies pro- secuted on behalf of the Society.—Inspector James deposed that the defendants appeared before that Court on December 28th, charged with neglecting their children, and were allowed a period of six months to reform. He visited their house on February 8th, and found the children fairly nourished. They were, however, extremely filthy and covered with vermin, both bodies and clothing. Their hands were filthy, and their hair matted. They were all very badly and scantily clad. When examining the children, the stench from their bodies was sick- ening. The house was very filthy, and especially so the bedroom, the floor of which was covered with filth and refuse which had not been cleared for weeks. The bed clothing were sticking to- gether with filth. The children were far worse now than they were last time the defendants appeared before the Court. He called again to see them on February 16th, with Dr. Lloyd Williams. It was said the male defendant was too lazy to work when given the opportunity.— Dr. Lloyd Williams corroborated, and added that the filthy condition of the house and child- ren would ultimately result in their being con- sumptious.—Inspector Wise also corroborated, and said he had reported the case to the Society, and it was evident that the time had arrived to adopt extreme measures.—Thomas Williams, school attendance officer, said two of the child- ren had attended school for half a day during February, but they were sent home by the teacher.—P.C. Ellis also gave evidence.—Both defendants were sentenced to two months' im- prisonment with hard labour, and the children ordered to be removed to the Workhouse.—On the application of Mr. Davies, the Court fees were remitted to the Society. SEEDS.—A choice selection of Vegetable and Flower Seeds.—E. Owen, Seedsman, Bridge- street, Llanrwst. 369 AGRICULTURAL SHOW .—A meeting of the General Committee was held at the Eagles Hotel on Tuesday evening, Mr. O. Isgoed Jones, J.P. (President), in the chair. Others present were Messrs. W. G. Powell, D. G. Jones, John Williams, H. E. BLackwall, J. R. Malek, Owen Williams, Rowland Hughes and M. Williams, and the Secretary, Mr. H. J. W. Watling. It was decided to form a special committee to take charge of the horticultural section, which is being introduced this year. There appears to he an excellent prospect for this section, whucft promises to excel all other departments in this interesting show. SCOTLAND STREET C.M. CHAPEL.-In accordance with custom, the congregation of this place of worship celebrated St. David's Day by holding a social. This took place at the Church House on Tuesday evening, and was attended by a large number. The tea tables were in charge of Miss Williams, Regent House; Miss Williams, Stafford House; Mrs. Rowlands, Miss Jones, Tafarn Fedw Mrs. Ro- berts, Arvon View; Miss Evans, Bryn Awel; Mrs. Griffith, Jones's-terrace; Mrs. Owen, Watling-srtreet Mrs. and Miss Jones, Farm Cot- tage Miss Owen, Bradley's Miss Jones, Llys Meddyr*; Mrs. Roberts, Tan. y Graig; Miss Thomas, Longton House; Mrs. Williams, Tan y Graig; Miss Goddard, Salisbury-terrace; Mrl9 Williams, Bryn Tirion, assisted by a large staff of willing helpers. A programme of vocal and instrumental music was supplied, in which the following took part: Miss Roberts, Nant Cot- tage Messrs. Dennis Rogers Jones, Arthur Jones, Ivor Davies, and Gwilym Roberts. The item o¡£ the evening was a short address de- livered by Mr. O. R. Hughes, M.A., on at. David. The accompanists were Mrs. Williams, Gwynfa, Mr. W7. H. Davies, and Mr. Gwilym Roberts. DEATH.—We regret to anounce the death of Mr. Robert Batten, Sootland-sitreet, which oc- curred on Tuesday night, in his 69th year. ELECTIONS.—The County Council elections take place on Monday next on the Denbighshire side. In the Llanrwst Urban, Mr. J. Rogers Jones, Gorffwysfa (Liberal), the sitting member, is being opposed by lr. Albert Hughes, Ty'ny- fynwent (Conservative). In the Rural Disrtract (Llangernyw and Eglwy.s Bach), Colonel Sand- bach (Conservative), and Mr. John Williams, Ffrith Ucha' (Liberal), are the candidates. Two were nominated for the Capel Harmon District to fill the vacancy caused by the retirement of the Rev. H. Rawson Williams, namely, Mr. O. Isgoed Jones, Llanrwst, and lr. Robert Wil- liams, Pentre Mawr, Capel Garmon. Mr. Jones has, however, withdrawn, and therefore Mir. Williams has a walk over. Mr. Thomas Evans is unopposed for the Pentrevoelas district.

TREFRIW. GAZETTE NEWS.—'Notice of dividend.—W. Evans, Pant Du, Trefriw, miner, first and final dividend 5s. 4d., payable March 14th, at the Official Receiver's, Chester. THE BEI.LE VUE AND THE SHIP HOTELS.—At the adjourned Licensing Sessions held at Bettwsycoed on Saturday, Mr. Michael Judge applied for licenses for the Hotel Belle Vue and the Ship Hotel. The applicant said he had the money for the Belle Vue, which he would hand to the police if they could collect it. The Chairman enquired what of the other license. Jr. Judge replied that if they would grant the licence subject to the money being paid in seven days he would be obliged to them. Ir. Petit said they had no power to collect it without the sanction of the Revenue Officer, and a wire was sent to Bangor for in- formation on the point. Before the rising of the Court a reply was received that the monkey must be paid to the collector at Bangor. The granting of the licenses was adjourned to the next Sessions. ELECTION.—Both candidates are preparing for the fight on Saturday next with an energy quite unknown in the district previously. Not a stone is being left unturned, and the result will be awaited with considerable interest. WILOUGHB\ MINE.—We understand that the number of workmen in this mine has been increased, and that a vein of lead, a blend of good quality, has been struck. This is excel- lent news at such a period of' depression as the one the district has been suffering from for many months, and it is to be hoped the good fortune of the Willoughby may be shared by other mimes in the district. ENTER IAINMENT.—On Tuesday evening Ap Harri delivered an illustrated lecture at the Public Hall. His subject was The Prodigal Son." The proceeds were in aid of the Peniel C.M. building fund. T DAVID'S DAY.-To celebrate St. David's Day a supper was held at Rhianta, and Mr. aul presided over a large ~ou.ipaiy. WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE UNION.—A meeting was held on Friday evening at the Vestry Room, Peniel. The service was opened by Miss Jones, Tv'rbont. This was followed by the reading of an interesting paper by Miss Phoebe Williams, Uwch y Don, on The in. fluence of total abstinence." A duet was con- tributed by Misses M. E. Evans and Leah Wil- liams, and a solo by Miss Blodwen Hughes. The meeting was closed bv Miss Humphreys, Glvn.

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PENMAENMAWR. GOING ABROAD.—Dr. J. R. Williams, J.P., Ardre, who is nominated as an Independent can- didate for the County Council election, has this week gone on a sea voyage to the Mediterranean, for the benefit of his health. He intends visit- ing Turkey, Egypt, and Palestine. His election address, which appears in another column, gives an excellent idea of his views on county administration, and we feel sure that his absence from among the electorate will not militate against his chances at the poll on Monday. AN ANNOYANCE.—At the meeting of the Penmaenmawr Council on Tuesday evening, the question of the shunting at the railway siding again came up for discussion, and it was de- cided to seek an interview with Mr. L. A. P. Warner, of the Railway Company, to arrange that the shunting should take place in the after- noon, instead of in the morning, as at present. Mr. Coverley said the shunting was carried on when visitors went went on the promenade, and the bathing took place, and this undoubtedly was an annoyance, especially when it was car ried on from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m. FUNERAL OF MR. THOMAS JONES.—The funeral of the late Mr. Thomas Jones, Bryn Arfon, whose early death we recorded last week, took place on Saturday afternoon, in the Dwyg- yfylchi Cemetery. At the house a short ser- vice was conducted by the Revs. E. C. Hart and D. Harris, and at the graveside by the latter. The chief mourners were Mr. and Mrs. T. S. Jones (parents), Misses C. and A. Jones (sisters), Messrs. W., H. S., amd I. Jones (brothers), Miss E. A. Robinson, Mr. J. F. Robinson Mr. R. D. Jones, Misses E., D., and W. J. Jones (cousins), and Mr. Richard Williams. The bearers were the following friends of the deceased :—Messrs. Stewart and R. T. Coverley, J. F. Robinson, W. J. Jones, J. Owen, and H. Williams. Colour Sergeant-Instructor Cox and Colour Sergeant Chantrey represented the local Company of Territorials. Wreaths were sent from de- ceased's friends, the officers of the local Company of Territorials, the Company, Johnnie Owen, and Stewart Coverley. The family wish to tender their sincere thanks to all who have sym- pathised with them in their bereavement. PRIZE DISTRIBUTION.—The annual prize distribution of the Council Schools, of which Mr. W\ J. Roberts is the master, took place in the Oxford Hall, Penmaenmawr, on Friday evening, presided over by the Rev. D. P. Davies, Congre- gational minister, in the absence of Colonel Darbishire. The first part of the programme comprised a prologue introducing the concert by one of the scholars, and this was followed by a few remarks by the Chairman. The school child- dren sang Welsh airs, and afterwards an action song was given by the infants, which was en- cored. A recitation, What teacher says," followed by five Standard 1. children. Maggie Roberts came next with a recitation, and the school children gave a rendering of Dafydd y Garreg Wen." This was followed by a char- acter recitation entitled Two mischievous boys." A song was given by Myfanwy Hughes, and two recitations were given, one in Welsh and the other in English, by Edith Roberts and Gwladys Roberts. The school children were encored for a rendering of Clychau Aber- dovey." In the interval the prizes for attend- ance were distributed by Mrs. Darbishire. Gwladys and Harriet Morris, sisters, being pre- sented with a silver watch each for unbroken attendance for a period of five years, and a brooch was presented to Katie Jones, for three years' unbroken attendance. Mr. E. R. Davies, the Director of Education, next delivered an address, in which he emphasised the importance of the inhabitants realising the educational necessities of the neighbourhood before request- ing the Education Committee to move in these matters. In the second part of the programme a song was rendered by Beatrice Owen, and a hoop drill by girls, which was encored. This was followed by a dialogue on the merits of girls v. boys, in which five boys and five girls took part. A novel part of the entertainment was the part played by the upper class boys, who were responsible for the conducting of the people to their seats, arranging the stage, and even the passing of the vote of thanks was entrusted to the school children. The hall was packed within ten minutes of the opening of the doorv.

CAPEL CURIG. EJECTMENT ORDER.-At the Bettwsycoed Sessions on Saturday, before Col. Johnstone and other magistrates, Mr. C. T. Allard applied for an ejectment order agarimst Owen Joaes, ^7 w Llwyn. Mr. David Jcme«, in the eimpJoy of Mr. Allard, gave evidence oif having seaned the d-efendant with the required notice on the 23rd April, 1909. The order asked) for was granted.