The North Wales Weekly News

I The Children's Friends. Teachers and Temperance. Summer School at Colwyn Bay. The Relation of Drink to Crime and Disorder. Colwyn Bay has been chosen as the locale of the second Summer School of Temperance, Hygiene, and Physical Training promoted by the North Wales Temperance Federation. The first of these schools was held a year ago at Rhvl, and was a great success, and it is anti- cipated that the second course will prove even more successful in every way. Briefly, the object of these Summer Schools is to give the teachers of North Wales an oppor- tunity of qualifying themselves to teach the prin- ciples of temperance and hygiene in accordance with the syllabus issued by the Board of Educa- tion. The School is recognised by the Education Department under the regulations for technical schools. FLINTSHIRE AN EXCEPTION. The School is open to the whole of the ele- mentary teachers of North Wales, and amongst those who are availing themselves of the present course are represented, with one exception. That exception is Flintshire, the only county in North Wales where the Conservative party are in the majority on the Education Authority. Whether this is an example of cause and effect is not stated. Up to Monday evening the number of teacher- students was 65, but there will probably be more in the course of the week. THE LECTURERS. The course, which is assimilated to the Board of Education syllabus, commenced) on Tuesday will extend until August 5th. There is an ex- cellent staff of lecturers, each of them a recogn- ised authority. Professor G. Sims Woodhead, M.A., M.D., of Cambridge L'niversity, who is such a familiar figure among the regular visit- ors to Conway, delivered the inaugural lecture at the Higher Grade School on Monday evening. Much to every one's regret, Mr. Walter A. Ed- wards, F.C.S., Scientific Instructor to the United Kingdom Band of Hope Union,London,is unable I through illness to attend, and his place has been taken by Mr. Avory Roth. The other lecturers are Mr. F. Llewelyn Jones, B.A., L.L.B. (Lond.), H.1. Coroner for Flintshire Mr. D. Llewelyn Williams, F.R.C.S., D.P.H., Medical Officer of Health, Wrexham Mr. J. Lloyd Williams, D.Sc. (Wales), Lecturer in Botany, University College, Bangor; Mr. S. Glynne Jones, B.A., L.C.P., Science Master, Higher Grade Schools, Colwyn Bay; and Mrs. A. F. Maude, Instructor of Physical Exercises, Men's Training College, Bangor. The fortnight is not to be given up entirely to work, as the social side has not been forgotten. Several very interesting rambles have been arranged, and to-day (Thursday) there is to be a trip on the Conway River to Trefriw. To-day, also, the student-teachers will accept the invitation of Miss Hovey, B.A., to visit the justly famous l'enrhos College, and to take tea on the lawn. The Feleration has extended its ramfications throughout the six Northern counties, and in- eludes in its membership a large number of the leaders of progressive thought in a wide area. The highly esteemed President is Mr. J. Herbert Roberts, Bart., M.P., whose interest in every good movement is so well known and universally appreciated. The Federation have been most fortunate in their Secretary, the Rev. J. Glyn Davies, of Rhyl, whose strong personality and rare organising abilities have made their influ- ence felt in a truly wonderful degree. Mr. Glyn Davies believes in developing the scientific side of temperance propaganda, and during the com. paratively short time since his appointment he has accomplished remarkable results on those lines. A PROMISING START. At six o'clock a reception was held in the Central Hall of the Higher Grade School, and tea was served. This had been organised by a Reception Committee representing the North Wales Women's Temperance Union, the Colwyn Bay branch of the British Women's Temperance Association, the Good Templars, and the Gospel Temperance Association. The Rev. John Ed- wards (pastor of the English Presbyterian Church and Chairman of the Colwyn Bay Edu- cation Authority) was the Chairman of the Reception Committee, and was ably assisted by two Secretaries, Messrs. J. R. Jones (Lancaster house) and Mr. Samuel Johnston (auctioneer). The refreshments were under the charge of Mrs. Pryce Williams (Rhos-on-Sea), Miss Yarwood, and Mrs. Lewis (Roumania house), assisted by Mrs. Williams CBank buildings), Mrs. Davies (Benmore), Miss Edwards (Coed Eryl), Mrs. Glynne Jones, Mrs. T. M. Jones, Mrs. Morris (Maldwyn), and Miss Williams (Cartref). The large company included Sir Herbert and Lady Roberts, Professor Sims Woodhead, the Rev. Glyn Davies, Rhyl (Secretary of the North Wales Federation), Mr. W7. G. Williams, Car- narvon (Treasurer), Dr. and Miss Carter (Degan- wy), the Rev. T. M. Jones, the Rev. Robert Roberts, Dr. Morris Jones, Councillor and Mrs. T. R. Davies, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Jones (Rhyl), Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Williams (Hong Kong), Mr. S. Glynne Jones, Dr. J. Lloyd Williams (Medical Officer of Health for Wrexham), Dr. Lloyd Wil- liams (Bangor), Mrs. Hughes (Anglesey), Mr. T. J. Williams, J.P., (Coed Derw), Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Adamson, the Rev. J. H. Davies (Pensarn), Mr. M. W. Lloyd (chemist), and other well known people. Miss Maldwyn Price presided at the pianoforte with her accustomed ability, and one of her promising pupils sang in the person of Miss Winnie Jones, of Old Colwyn. Miss Jones, who possesses a beautiful soprano voice, sang with pathetic charm The Children's Home." Mr. D. Llewelyn Davies, Colwyn Bay, also contri- buted two solos, Arm, arm, ye brave," and Lead, kindly light," in both of vhich his magnificent baritone voice was heard to advan- tage. The Hall had been most tastefully decorated for the occasion. We are asked to state that The Reception Committee are grateful to Miss Maldwvn Price, Miss Winnie Jones, Mr. D. Llew. Davies, Messrs. lenkinson and Son, Messrs. Rhydwen Tones and Davies, Mr. A. Boardman, and other friends for kindly services rendered on the occasion." Outside the Hall was a large exhibit of books and scientific appliances by the United Kingdom Band of Hope Union and the Orward Publishing Co., under the charge of Mr. W. L. Eddy. A PUBLIC WELCOME. After tea there was a little speech-making. Sir J. Herbert Roberts, M.P., who presided, spoke of the honour conferred upon the temper- ance workers, not only of Colwyn Bay, but of the whole of North Wales, by the presence of such a distinguished exponent of temperance prin- ciples as Professor Sims Woodhead. (Applause). Mr. J. W. Adamson, on behalf of the various Temperance organisations in Colwyn Bav and district, heartily welcomed the Summer School to the town. Colwyn Bay had known in the past something of the struggle which always occurred when temperance principles had mani- fested themselves, and although the locality was not as free from the vice of drunkenness as they might desire, still the present condition of moral- ity in Colwyn Bay was largely due to the energy and efforts of the temperance workers in the place. Not only were the friends of temperance at Colwyn Bay delighted that their town had been chosen for the Summer School, but they desired to become more closely identified with that work, because they realised that men and women of science and observation were from their own standpoint now coming to the assis- tance of those people in humbler walks of life who had so long been labouring in the interests of national sobriety. These men of science were demonstrating to the world the awful effects of alcohol upon the living tissues, and that there- fore the use of alcoholic liquors was detrimental to the human race. (Hear, hear). The Rev. John Edwards welcomed the Summer School on behalf of the Education Authority, and congratulated them upon the selection of such a delightful town in which to pursue their studies. They were to be congratulated also upon their choice of lecturers, among them, it was a pleasure to remember, one of the best young men in the town. (Hear, hear). After enumerating some of the many advantages en- joyed by Colwyn Bay in the matter of scenery, water supply, sanitation and so forth, Mr. Ed- wards wished the Summer School every prosper- ity. Temperance workers in Colwyn Bay were proud of the fewness of the licensed houses in the town, and of the fact that only one new licence had been granted by the Justices during the past 23 years. (Hear, hear). Other appli- cations had been made, but on every occassion the forces of temperance in the town had fought shoulder to shoulder, without regard to deno- minational or other differences. The Summer School would help that good work by teaching the children what alcohol really was. It was to be hoped that those teachers attending the lectures would learn something concerning the evil of intemperance which they had not realised before, and would be. better equipped than ever to prepare the children for the battle of life. (Hear, hear). The Rev. T. M. Jones, representing the relig- ious life of the town, offered a welcome in a Welsh speech., It was quite right, he said, to express that welcome in the Welsh language, be- cause the Welsh people and the English people of the town were united in the cause of temper- ance. (Hear, hear). All the churches, without distinction, co-operate in every effort on behalf of temperance. Fifty years ago Colwyn Bay was not only unknown it was actually not in existence but within the period named it had grown so rapidly that now it had a population of 14,000. In the course of that time, Colwvn Bay had been visited by many and various institu- tions and societies, but he thought that no more important visit had ever been paid than that of the Summer School, an institution which must have a great influence upon the future character of the children. In this connection it was a pleasure to recall that all the teachers in the schools of the town were devoting, directly and indirectly, their services and influence to the cause of temperance. (Hear, hear). They wel- comed the Summer School because its object was so good, namely, to take a scientific view of the temperance question. That was a step in the right direction. There was too great a tendency to regard temperance work as merely a means of reclaiming the old drunkards, but it was equally a means of saving the children and young people from becoming drunkards. (Hear, hear). Professor Sims Woodhead, who was given a most cordial reception as one of the guests, said how greatly they appreciated the welcome accorded them. Unfortunately, he had under- stood but one word of the address just delivered, but that word was gobaith "—" hope." (Ap- plause). It struck him that that was indeed an occasion from which they might derive great hope indeed. They found themselves in a place which was prosperous, where the people enjoyed life and the good things God had given them, and they were people who had the good sense to keep the public houses down to the minimum- partly cause, partly effect. (Hear, hear). They had drawn together from various parts of Wales the men and women who were going to form the minds and characters and intelligences of the future generation. It was indeed fitting that those of them who believed that so much could be done for the child in the forming of character in inducing it to be sober, to be temperate, to be abstinent, where necessary, that they should come there and in such pleasant and congenial surroundings lay up a store of knowledge and of power for their future work. (Hear, hear). Sir Herbert Roberts, as one who had the honour of being the President of the Federation, expressed the thanks they all felt for the words which had fallen from Professor Sims Wood- head. Mr. W. G. Thomas, as Treasurer, proposed a vote of thanks to the temperance workers of Col- wyn Bay, and gave high praise for the successful manner in which the reception had been arranged If there was one thing against tem- perance in this country, it was that temperance houses did not prepare things well but the people of Colwyn Bay had shown that a temper- ance reception could be done very well indeed. (Hear, hear). Mr. T. R. Jones seconded in a lively speech, and created laughter by his compliments to the pleasant faces of Colwyn Bay ladies. Mr. J. R. Jones responded. Lady Roberts, at the invitation of the Rev. J. Glyn Davies, presented the prizes to the success- ful essayists in the annual competition promoted by the Federation. The recipients were: -1, Mr. R. Lloyd Jones, Tremadoc, who also won the gold medal presented by Lady Roberts 2, Mr. R. G. Evans, Bryngwran 3, Miss Kate Hughes, Festiniog 4, Mr. J. H. Roberts, Higher Grade school, Colwyn Bay 5, Mr. W. J. Clifford, headmaster of the National School, Llanelian 6, Mr. Albert Hill, Rhyl. The exam- iner was Dr. Llewelyn Williams, of Wrexham, whose report stated that the papers sent in were of extraordinary merit. The subject of the

Mother's Bag Taken to the shore is one of the features of a seaside holiday. You get so hungry by breath- ing pure sea air. that whether vou have an in- vigorating dip," or run races, or help the young- sters to build castles, or merely lounge on the sands, an increase of appetite is sure to take place. That bag will be well stocked if it con- tains plenty of currants. Simply because cur- rants are the most nutritious, most savourv, and most digestible food known. Leading doctors, including Sir Francis Laking, the King's phys- ician, and other eminent men of science, have discovered this. No other food contains over 80 per cent, of pure nourishment. A handful of currants is more sustaining than a large plate of beef, and much cheaper. Currant Bread is delightful, as are all other confections of which the splendid Greek grape is the leading charac- teristic. When the morning appetite appears, try the effect of a few currants. You will be surprised and pleased, and your health will be the better for it. 90S ) examination was the Board of Education syllabus on lessons in temperance. The Rev. J. Glyn Davies expressed regret at the illness of one of the lecturers, Mr. Walter N. Edwards, to whom he suggested a letter of sym- pathy might be sent by the Summer School, and he added that they had been exceedingly fortun- ate in securing such a splendid substitute as Mr. Avory Roth. After alluding to the kindness of Miss Hovey, B.A., the Lady Principal of Penrhos College, Mr. Glyn Davies said that a letter of apology for absence had been received from Mr. Fred. H. Smith, of Queen's Lodge, who had kindly sent a cheque for C5. Sir Herbert Roberts, in an address from the chair, said it gave him great pleasure to be there that night. That Summer School was the child of the North Wales Temperance Federation. He did not wish to be in any way egotistical, but perhaps they were permitted to feel proud of the fact that they had, as a temperance organisation, the privilege of leading the way in taking prac- tical advantage of the syllabus of temperance teaching issued by the Board of Education last year. May their example spread. (Hear, hear). He was glad to be able to inform them that South Wales was following that example. (Hear, hear). Whatever might be their opinions about other subjects, they in the sphere of temperance work claimed no patent, no monopoly for them- selves, but were only too glad for their example to be followed throughout the country. Those of them who attended the Summer School at Rhyl would remember what a success it was. The object of that School was fully fulfilled. It awakened a new interest in that branch of tem- perance work, and as a direct result of that Summer School held twelve months ago a certain number of schools in North Wales took prac- tical steps to carry out the instruction received at the Rhyl School. He might be allowed to point out one or two distinctions in regard to the Colwyn Bay Summer School. He wished in the first place to express his personal gratifica- tion at its being held in Colwyn Bay. He had watched for many years the development of the public mind and thought at Colwyn Bay. He knew that Colwyn Bay was one of the best ob- ject lessons in regard to the practical benefits of temperance (Hear, hear). It had been for years a centre of inspiration and strength.to the temperance cause on its intellectual and social side. Another point which distinguished the present School was the comprehensive character of the course of teaching. Then, again, as to the lecturers: they were men of undoubted position and influence in the spheres which they filled from the educational standpoint. Last, but not the least, they had to congratulate themselves upon the fact that the inaugural lecture was to be given by Professor Sims Woodhead. There were few men, if any, in this country who had done more on the intellectual and scientific side of their temperance work to promote those principles in our national life. (Hear, Hear). As they knew he occupied a very important Chair in the Cambridge University. The President, reviewing the present temper- ance situation, thought they had no reason to be discouraged. They were making progress in many directions. The national drink bill had gone down. In 190S it was 161 millions last year it was 1;; millions—six millions less. (Hear, hear). They had learnt also one or two lessons from last year's Budget. They had learnt that there was a direct relation between the price of liquor and the amount of its con- sumption. They had learnt in the second place something which was equally significant, that there was a direct relation between the amount of consumption of intoxicating liquors and the crime and disorder of our national life. But whilst giving full weight to the importance of all those things which sprang from legislation and from administration, he thought he was right in stating that the outstanding development of the present period in regard to the temperance movement was in the essential place which was being given to preventive measures. (Hear, hear). And one of the first of these undoubtedly was the essential place and importance given to temperance teach- ing in the elementary schools. Some of those present heard in Parliament and out of it, criticisms of our educational system. Many of them believed that we did not get the best re- sults from expenditure of public money upon education. However that might be, he believed that future changes in our educational system would be in the direction of bringing education into more direct touch with the actualities of life, the dominating interests of the citizenship of our country—(applause)—and he claimed that the movement which they were endeavouring to promote, through the work of the Summer School, namely, preparing the way for making temperance teaching an essential part in -our educational life, must have a first place in the line of that development. (Applause). The speaker touched next upon the place of temperance in Welsh ideals and aspirations and of the movement for securing positions in the Civil Service for Welsh boys, and hoped that the Summer School would amply fulfiul every pre- diction that had been made with reference to it. He hoped that it would be the means of re- awakening the interest of school life in that vital question throughout North Wales, and that it would pave the way for the time when every teacher in every school in North Wales would not only be qualified but determined to teach the children under his care the essential princi- ples of the temperance faith. (Cheers). Professor Sims Woodhead, who was again received with much enthusiasm, took for the sub- ject of his inaugural lecture, For and against alcohol. What do we know and what should we teach?" After paying a tribute to the noble and invaluable work of scientists like Dr. William Carter, he referred to temperance work in its I moral, physical, social and religious aspects. From which ever of these standpoints it was regarded,it was evident that temperance must ne. cessarily play a very good part in the education of the young citizen, especially if interwoven with the teaching of other things. The speaker re- ferred in terms of appreciation of the work done by voluntary organisations, with their energy and enthusiasm, but pointed out that such work was necessarily restricted to a comparatively small area. Enthusiasm was still needed, but the present aim was to supplement it with a store of scientific knowledge. He agreed with the words of that writer who said that in the march of progress it must be recognised that the temperance question was one of such vital per- sonal interest and national importance that every child should have at least some modicum of instruction in respect of it. No child should go from school without having at any rate a chance of learning something about that great national question it should at any rate have some little knowledge of the evil which might be wrought by intemperance. Equipped with such knowledge, the child could be sent on its way in life somewhat better equipped to withstand the temptations to which it might be exposed in the opening years of manhood and womanhood. There had always been very great difficulty up to the present in providing what might be called trained teachers, men and women capable of dealing with that great question from a level- headed point of view. When a large deputation of doctors waited upon Mr. Birrell and after- wards with Mr. McKenna at the Board of Edu- cation, they were told that the curriculum was I already so over crowded that there was very little hope of being able to provide facilities for training teachers to undertake temperance and hygiene teaching in the schools. It seemed to them impossible to add another subject to the already overburdened curriculum. What he desired to show was that by affording a change from their ordinary work, the scientific study of temperance and hygiene would prove, not an additional burden on their brains, but a means of relaxation and pleasure. It would prove a welcome relief from their routine studies, while at the same time extending the scope of their knowledge and equipment. They would turn to it for recreation and amusement, and then would bring into school work a freshness and novelty which would be of enormous value to themselves and a tremendous stimulus to the children under their charge. In the course of his lengthy and learned lecture, Professor Sims Woodhead referred to the estimate that out of the six million children in our elementary schools, only 1,200,000 could be looked upon as comparatively normal. That meant that the great majority, 4,800,000 in num- ber, had some physical or other defects which rendered them liable to become intemperate at some period of their lives, unless they were pro- tected in some way or another. That was a very serious statement, but it was a statement made with all due solemnity, and with a due sense of responsibility. This fact alone was a sufficient justification of the introduction of tem- perance id hygiene teaching into the schools. (Applause). He urged the teachers to inquire for themselves as to the action of alcohol from the purely physiological point of view. As a result they would be able to do a great work for themselves and for the nation. (Applause). Dr. William Carter, who is so popular at Colwyn Bay, was warmly cheered on rising to propose a vote of thanks to Professor Woodhead and the Chairman, and the renewed cheers were evoked by the use he made of the quotation The star of hope rests over the school house." This was seconded in a capital speech by Dr. Lloyd Williams, of Bangor. Lady Roberts was called upon to support "the first half of the resolution," and after making an effective little speech on the need for grappling with the serious evil of intemperance, her Ladyship created much laughter by thanking her husband for his services in the chair. Both Professor Woodhead and Sir Herbert responded, and the proceedings terminated with the singing of the National Anthems.

John Bright County School, Llandudno. The summer term, which has just ended, has been a very busy one and rather a long one as school terms go. The concluding event has been the examination of the Central Welsh Board, an examination which is now generally recognised as equal to that of the Cambridge and Oxford syndicates. The senior certificate carries with it exemption from the preliminary examinations held by professional bodies, such as the Medical and Dental Association, Law Society, Chartered Accountants, &c., and parents who have any thought of entering their children on such a career cannot be too strongly urged to allow them to remain at school until they have gained these certificates. In the opposite direction, it may be pointed out that as the school course is calculated to carry a diligent pupil through the senior exam- ination in four or five years, early entry at the school generally means early success. Children of the proper level of attainment are welcomed at 10 years of age, while parents should not delay to send them when they have reached n years. A number of applications for admission have al- ready been received, and intending applicants are strongly advised to be early to avoid possible disappointment. Mrs. Allanson Picton has very kindly sent a framed enlargement of a photograph of her hus- band, who for so many years was Chairman of the Governors. The school is rightly proud of its association with so eminent a man and his portrait will serve to point an ideal to the rising generation. As a result of the lectures held during the year, three additional pitcures have been bought, namely, Harold Speed's Portrait of King Edward VII. B. W. Leaders' Lledx Valley," and Millais' Childhood of Sir Walter Raleigh." It is intended to continue the lectures next winter. Mr. L. J. Roberts, His Majesty's Inspector, has very kindly promised a prize for an essay on some historical subject, preferably of local inter- est. This is an example that friends of the school are cordially invited to follow. The school is provided with what is absolutely necessary to make it an institution of great value to the town, but there are very many ways in which gifts could be applied to facilitating its work. A heavy burden of debt rests upon the building, preventing the addition of apparatus which would assist the teaching. A geographi- cal department and a physical department still await furnishing, while the library, though good for its size, would be improved by the addition of books of reference. The headmaster, Mr. J. M. Archer Thomson, would very gladly assist any intending donors with advice. In the course of the Cricket season lorm matches have been played with much keenness. In the external contests, the team under I de- feated Tanybryn. In the match against Llan. rwst both elevens made an equal score of 64. Rydal Mount won in both the matches, while the two against Dinglewood were drawn. J. Graham wins the bat with an average of 10 per innings, while W. Fisher heads the bowling list, his wickets having cost only 5 runs apiece, but Goulding, who took many more wickets for eight runs apiece, has in reality rendered greater service to the XI. The staff were invited to tea by members of the cookery class recently, and will be glad to testify to the excellence of their entertainment.

Wales and the Royal Arms. DEPUTATION TO THE PREMIER. Sir Alfred Thomas, Chairman of the Welsh Liberal Members, accompanied by Sir. J. Her- bert Roberts and Sir D. Brynmor- Tones, the Whips of the party, on Monday evening waited on the Prime Minister at the request of the party, and put two points to him regarding the words in the proposed Accession Declaration in which His Majesty will be made to describe himself as a member of the Protestant Reformed Church as established by law in England." Sir Alfred Thomas explained that he and his colleagues objected to the King declaring him- self a member of any particular Protestant de- nomination. But assuming that it was regarded as essential owing to the Act of Settlement that the Sovereign should so declare himself, then they wanted an assurance that the Declaration would not in any sense prejudice the passing of a Disestablishment Bill for Wales. The Prime Minister, in reply, said Sir Alfred Thomas had rightly apprehended that the words were regarded as essential to the Declaration as thev were in the Act of Settlement. Regarding the second point raised, the deputa- tion might rest assured that the amended De- claration would in no sense prevent the con- tinuance of the Government's policy of Dises- tablishment in Wales.

Abergele County School. THE ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP EXAM- INATION. This examination was held on June 17th and 18th, and resulted as follows. The maximum number of marks was 550:—Margaret Edith Roberts, Mount Pleasant, Llanfairtalhaiarn, 470; David John Moss. Post Office, Old Colwyn, 442 Ernest Arthur Elias Evans, Crown Cottage, Pensarn, 433 Hilda Homan, Abergele-road, Colwyn Bay, 429; Frank Buckley, Princess- .road, Old Colwvn, 435 Henry Stone, 7, Haw- arden-road, Colwyn Bay, 421 Horace Rhys Jones, Post Office, Llanddulas, 412 Jennie Parry, Vaenol Bach, Abergele, 411; Jane Elean- or Roberts, Liverpool House, Abergele, 406 Margaret Elizabeth Stokes, 9, New York-terrace, Abergele, 406 Annie Parry Jones, Tan'rallt Bach, Abergeie 402 Robert Howell Griffiths. Talhaiarn, Llanfairtalhaiarn, 396; Elizabeth Dilys Roberts, Savannah, N\'oodliill-roa(l,- Col- wyn Bay, 392 David Lewis Jones, 4, Hebron- terrace, Old Colwyn. 339 David Roberts, Bryn Person, Llaneliam, 336 Mary Foulkes, Roberts Inkerman Cottage, Pensarn, 319 Griffith Owen Griffiths, Waen, Dolwen, 317 William Jones, 14, Station-road, Colwyn Bay. 312 Robert Goodman Roberts, 5, Rhiw Bank-avenue, Colwvn wyn Hay, 305 George Freddy Jones, Penybont, Abergele, 289 Frederick Albert Coulson, 36, Erskine-road, Colwyn Bay, 272 Sarah Jones, Bryn Tirion, Llanelian, 262 Hugh Kelvin Evans, Bryn Eithin, Old Colwvn, 237 Peter Davies, 'Rallt, Abergele, 221 Eluned Black- burne Williams, Tv Mawr, Towvn, Abergele, 212 Edward Alston, Mountain View, Colwyn Bay, 204 Christmas Williams, Glasfor, Old Colwyn, 200; Elizabeth Jane Jones, Rhudd- fryn, Abergele, 199 Sarah Ellen Davies, Rose Hill, Llanfairtalhaiarn, 198: George Henrv Jones, 69, Green field-road, Colwyn Bay, 185 Myfanwy Davies, Swan-square, Llanfairtalhaiarn 170 Frederick William Holmes, 15, Station- road, Colwyn Bay, 155; Arthur Parry Jones, Preswylfa. Old Colwyn, 146. SEARCHLIGHT.

Carnarvon Labour Exchange. Wre are informed that Mr. Griffith Owen, who is now engaged as a traveller, and is resident at Rhyl, has been appointed managel" of the Car- narvon Labour Exchange, which is about to be opened. Up to a short while ago Mr. Owen lived at Carnarvon, where he was connected with the slate industry. He was general sec. retarv of the National Eisteddfod held in 1896. Yes, she's certainly getting much stoutly; I fancy the diets hersell, do you know. But it isn't doing much good evidently." If she had looked at this-window she would have seen exactly what she needrd. That's Antipon it's simply splendid; it reduced me wonderfully."

Means of Beauty. STRIKING SUCCESS. Walking along any important shopping thoroughfare where fair women most do con- gregate," one is often struck by the number of ladies who, though well dressed, do not do full justice to themselves, or, in homely phrase, do not look their best." This must be said more particularly of those who are too full in figure, not to say over-stout. We wish we could induce all these ladies to try the famous Antipon treatment, which not only reduces weight to normal, and corrects any imperfec- tion of figure in the direction of over-fatness, but acts at the same time as a splendid tonic- One of our contemporaries wisely says Not only should a woman try by every means in her power to make the best of herself, but to do so is one of her highest duties. Not even the prettiest girls can afford to be untidy and slovenly." Nothing ages a person more than obesity; and neglect of the condition of growing stout- ness soon gives rise to that obstinate and health- impairing disease, from which so many other maladies spring. We appeal to men as well as to women when we recommend Antipon as » sure remedy for over-stoutness and all its evil consequences. Antipon decreases weight by the rapid elirni- nation of the subcutaneous and internal fat which is in excess of the body's requirements both as regards beauty and health. This tion of weight Antipon stamps as complete an lasting by the removal of the cause of over-fat- ness, so that there is no need to study diet or submit to any other unpleasant restrictiOI1S: Antipon is a cure in itself without extraneOu^ assistance. Starving and violent exercising taking mineral medicines are totally useless aI1 always dangerous. Antipon promotes appetite and sound dige:o- ,th tion, so that nutrition is as the bodily streng^ requires. No waste matter poisons the bloO and deposits itself in the tissues to form unj healthy fat. The tonic bracing up properties 0 Antinon are simply invaluable in restoring health and vigour and energy through digestive, nervous, and muscular systems. Here, indeed, is a true natural means 0 beauty and physical efficiency which every stot person should take advantage of. The pon treatment is supreme, unique—a triumph of medical science. The first day's reduction varies, according to individual conditons, between 8oz. and 3lb. and when normal weight and perfect svmmetr of proportions are attained the doses may cease without further anxiety about over-stoutness. Antipon is an agreeable, harmless, and Tf freshing compound of vegetable substances 1 liquid form. 1 Antipon is sold in bottles, price 2s. 6d- an 4s. 6d., by Chemists, Stores, etc.; or, in event of difficulty, may be had (on remit 1 & amount) carriage paid, privately packed, dir from the Antipon Company, Olmar-street, ° don, S.E.