Llandudno Advertiser and List of Visitors

The vicar of Holyhead (Rev. Edwin J ones) complains that whereas a hundred years ago the, church at Holyhead used to be open all day for those who sought to turn aside from the wnrld. now he clare not leave, the church door open

I LLANDUDNO CHARITY ASSOCIATION. FIRST MEETING' OF THE NEW EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE;. The first meeting of the new Executive on Wednesday last was very largely attended. On the motion of Mr Tonge, Graigydon, the Rector was elected to the chair, and Mr Tonge, proposed by Councillor Robert Roberts, to the vice-chair. In consenting to take the chair a, fourth year, the Rector said he felt- that this office was one that ought to be held by different members of the Committee from year to year, and that a change of chairman was a, good thing. He, however, acceded to the wish of the Committee on this occasion, because, he felt that the Charity Association had just passed through a period of adverse criticism, of unpopularity in certain quar- ters, of considerable storm and stress. He would be very sorry to leave the ship while there was any suggestion of rough weather, and in order to show his warm approval and great interest in the Associa- tion, and his belief in the methods adopted to help the poor, he would—although the post was by no means a light one—again take the,chair.-(L,Oud applause.) In the matter of a paid agent, it was de- cided to continue on the saime lines as heretofore. All those who wish to recom- mend cases- for relief should send them to the agent, Mr Morrison, 43, Mostyn Sit. If the cases are urgent- he will at once re- port to the Secretary and immediate re- lief will be given pending the weekly meeting. The Secretary was instructed to write to Carnarvon asking for a grant towards the Free Meals Fund. It will greatly help the Association if subscribers send in their subscriptions as early as possible. The four hardest months of the year are at hand, and more thorough and effectual help can be given if the Committee know what, their income is likely to be. The following sub- scriptions are gratefully acknowledged — Lady Augusta, Mostyn, JE1 Is. Rev. and Mrs Raymond, 10s. 6d.; Miss A. A Barker, Plas Gogarth, 25,5s; Mrs Gough, 22 2s., and Mrs Guest, Abbey Road, 5s.

BRITAIN'S WASTING MAN-POWER. Amidst all the deplorable phenomena of poverty and unemployment which are dis- integrating the national vitality of Great Britain to-day, even more ominous in its future menace than the accumulation of adult wreckage in our streets is the uni- versal spectacle of the dingy juvenile weak- lings and shifty youths-the future man- power of our nation—drifting helplessly towards the same disastrous bourne. There is too much reason to fear that a vast proportion of our great army of un- employed must be written off as represent- ing an irredeemable loss of capital in national vitality; but the boy is still a potential national asset, and we should no longer1 permit any deleterious sentiment against compulsion to delay measures for the enforcement of his development into a useful citizen. It has been well said that, like arrows in the hand of the giant so are the- young children; happy is the man-, and no less the nation—that hathhis quiver full of them. They shall not be ashamed when they speak with their enemies in the gate. But can Great Britain hope to en- counter successfully either her enemies or her commercial rivals with the untrained human weeds and degenerates whom her careless parentage is suffering to grow up from the flotsam and jetsam of her gutters ? Let anyone, however, who, cares for the future of his race, go out on to one of our large open spaces and he will there find perhaps the most startling picture of this ominous process of man-ruin. As an illus- tra|tiion of my meaning, I am going to take Blackheath; but it is not, singular in this respect. On any working day of the week—I do not refer to legitimate holi- days-gangs of idle youths and young -t y men, from fifteen years and upwards, may be seen in all directions. Some are casually kicking balls about from one to another, others are merely loafing, and repeated observation in the same locality has often brought me face to face with the same listless figures leaning against some fence, or slumbering heavily on seats as though they had never left them. One of the Heath-keepers, to whom I referred the subject, was very emphatfc, "Oh, that lot, sir," he said with a grim twinkle in his eye, "we call 'em the 'Never, Never,' the 'Band o' Rest.' Never did a stroke of work since they left school, and and never will if they can help it. God bless you, sir, there's thousands like 'em proper young wasters, no manner o' good to themselves nor to anyone. It galls me to see 'em. I often wish I'd a few mount- ed men to round 'em up' and clap 'em into a pound. If I'd seen a boy o' mine herd- ing with those gangs, I'd have got a, gun and shot him. An Australian said to me the other day, "Do you know why we are going to start a navy of our own and are adopting com- pulsory military training? You may argue, ff you like, that to withdratw your navy from the outer Empire and concentrate in home waters is dictated by sound strategy. But the real reason why the navy is being tied to these islands is that the spirit of the people in them is rotting,, because the manhood of the nation in incapable of manhood service in its defence. So the navy has had to come home and be tied up to the front door because a degenerating people is beginning to shake in its shoes. —"The Graphic."

In that respectable and righteous town of Holyhead the door of the church was used as a target to thrown rotten eggs at, for only one day last week it was so treated.

THE ADVERTISER SAYS That the question of extending the concert season is now to receive the serious con- sideration of a special committee of townsmen. That for years we, have been advocating this step. < That at present the middle of October sees the end of the present extension of the season. That at least another fortnight is to be asked for at the end of the 1909 season. That it, depends entirely upon the support given by the tradesmen in our midst as to whether the scheme can be carried through. That the committee appointed must be in a position to, guarantee the extension orchestra a certain sum by a given date, in order that the musicians can make their engagements fit in. That there can be no doubt it is the dura- tion of the concerts which governs the visiting season of Llandudno. That the tram-car service from and to Col- wyn Bay proved this year a benefit to all our places of amusement, including the concerts. That, now the matter has been taken up so warmly we anticipate it will be car- ried with acclamation and the amount required guaranteed. That Mr J. H. F'oulds, who is a valued member of the Pier Pavilion Orchestra, met with a flattering reception at Liver- pool last week. That he had been specially engaged to con- duct his own composition, "Holiday Sketches," at a concert- given at the St. George's Hall. That it is highly satisfactory to record he was cheered to the echo, being recalled no less than seven times. That the enthusiasm was shared with equal fervour by the members of the orchestra, and Mr Fouldis was over- whelmed by the reception. That, one who was present averred Llan- dudno audiences at their highest pitch never were nearly so demonstrative, or took so long to simmer down. That Miss Margaret- Thomas's annual ,conce-et takes place at the Town Hall on Thursday, November 26th. That an 81b. lobster was recently caught on a hand line in the bay. That so numerous have the catches of good sized lobsters been lately That we wonder lobster pots have not been brought into service. That the great herring catches along the Welsh Coast have not benefitted Llan- dudno fishermen, That nevertheless our local "Toilers of the Deep" have no occasion to grumble at t) their hauls either from a lucrative point of view, or the climatic conditions. That there have been but. few unfavourable days. That on Wednesday last several boat loads of amateur "Knights of the Rod" were caught on the banks in a sudden squall. That they hauled in the anchor and made for shore. That they were not singing, "We won't go home till morning"! but some of them thought it. That other devotees to the sport have been out with Galptain Nick Parkinson in his fishing smack. That they were delighted with the exper- ience. » That we know of some others who once went. That their chief occupation was feeding the fish, with sea, gulls for an audience. That their recollections of the trip are very vague and somewhat confused. That a Whist. Drive is to be held at the Town Hall on Wednesday, November 25th. That it. is being arranged by the members of the Constitutional Club Committee. That the Bioscope pictures this week are very good. That the Island of St. Kildais alone worth a visit. That the late Mr Wh'te, who at one time resided at C'raigvdon for a number of years, lived in New Zealand. That while- residing there he took part in the Maori War. That Councillor Henry Wilson at that time also resided in New Zealand and took an active part in the same campaign. Thalt the Y.M.C.A. formal opening of their new rooms is to take place on their new rooms is to take, place on November 26th, and not on the 19th as announced last week. That all young men are cordially invited. That the Y.M.C.A. football team jour- neyed to Bangor to the Normal College, ZD and were defeated by 2 goals to 1. That to meet with the requirements of the members a second billiard table has been fitted at the Constitutional Club. I That the membership is steadily increas- ing, and the committee are arranging a series of socials, debates, etc. That they are also hard at work prepar- ing for their Easter bazaar. That the parochial tea and entertainment, held last week in connection with Llan- rhos Parish proved most successful financially. That when all expenses are paid the sur- plus is expected to amount to between B40 and £ 50. That Mr J. Adey Wells, J.P., has leased "Stella," Church Walks, and will short- ly take up his residence there. That the Mr A. J. Oldman has been elect- ed chairman of the Finance Committee of the Conway Corporation. That much sympathy has been expressed with Mr Oldman on the death of his father on Monday, at the age of 63 years. That the hot pot committee have secured the voluntary services of Mr R Royle as secretary. That the welcome announcement that Mr Royle had undertaken the work was made at the committee meeting on Mon- day. < That the first meeting of the newly-elected executive of the Charity Association was held on Wednesday. That the Rev. Ll. R. Hughes, M.A., rec- tor of Llandudno, wa,s re-elected chair- man, with Mr Tonge, vice-chairman of the committee That we are to have the pleasure of hear- ing the Craigydon Dramatic Society again before Christmas. That on December 16th and 17th they will play the comedy, "The Old Story," and the comedietta, "Which is Which," at St. Paul's Church House. That Mr Mcintosh has been recently ap- pointed the honorary secretary. That the annual general meeting of the Llandudno Sea Anglers .Society will be held at the Royal Hotel on Tuesday, November 17th. That it is expected there will be a large gathering. That a Llandudno lady was recently asked by a gentleman friend what view she held on the question of Female Suffrage. < That she astonished the querist by telling hiim "She held her tongue." That at a, Police Court not a thousand miles from Llandudno a male prisoner was asked by the magistrate, "Are you married ?" That on replying no, the, magistrate said, "Well, it's a good thing for your wife." "t T'hat bulls can apparently be made in gallant Wales. That it is only fair to add the magistrate was an Englishman with Irish blood in his veins. That a recent advertisement in a local paper runs: "Two sisters want wash- zing." < That there are plenty of brothers in the same predicament. That Miss Lambe, of 'Delamere,' Craigv- don, met with a serious motor accident recently. That Mr and Mrs Hore returned from their honeymoon on Wednesday and re- sumed their joint management of the Grand Hotel. That Mr R. C. Vaughan continues as general manager of this hotel. That the Junior Cup Tie at Llanrwst end- ed disastrously for the Llandudno Amateurs. < That the 'Roosters won by a goal to nil. That the Amateurs have had a run of bad luck lately. That they have been drawn away from home in three cup competitions. « That in two they have been defeated by a single goal. That to-day they meet Bangor in the Welsh Senior Cup Competition, and as the match will be played at Bangor the prospects of a victory are rather remote. That still, one never knows. That the unexpected often happens n foot- ball as in other things. That the following team will represent the Amateurs at -Goal, Porter; J. H. Jones. S. Williams, backs; J. Williams. G Da ■ s, H. Pearson, half- backs; J. E Williams, D. Williams, Brookes Evans, reeze, J. Williams. That the clubnvn away from home for the fouth i,, -n Wednesday when the draw f v -h "elsh Amateur Cup vas made at • :ham That their opponent in the competition will be Cblwyn Bay. That the Hockey Club played their second match and scored their first win of the season on Saturday afternoon. That in defeating Denbigh by two goals to one they may be said to have acquitted themselves most creditably. That the visitors brought down a strong eleven, including Parry Jones, the well- known international. < That nevertheless the home team would have scored several more goals but for the brilliant work of the visitors' goal- keeper, who saved shot after shot in the most, workmanlike manner, especially in the first half of the game. That combination was not a strong feature in the home attack, but as the players were practically strangers to each other's play this perhaps was not to be expected. That as the game progressed the home for- wards improved in this respect, and the probability is that when more accus- tomed to one another they will form a strong quintette. » That the Rev. W. E. Jones' services as goal scorer will, however, be much missed. That this afternoon Bangor University will be met at Bangor. That the club announces a dance, to be given at the Empire Hotel, on the 5th of December. That a large number of Llandudnoites went over to Conway Morfa Links on Wednesday to see the match between Duncan and Robson. That both these professionals have earned for themselves enviable reputations in the World of Golf. That some excellent play was witnessed in the 36-hole match, Robson going out in the morning for the small total of 32. That Duncan was at one time the profes- sional at Conway. That, however, Robson won by five up and four to play. That on the Tuesday a friendly four-ball foursome was played between Duncan and W. Vickers, professional to the Club, and Robson and Collins, profes* sional to the North Wales Club, Llan- dudno. That Collins and Robson won the match by four up and three to play. That there has been some excellent fish- ing in the Bay this week. That some large catches have been made of whiting.

TO PROTECT PEDESTRIANS. Probably in the early Victorian days a great deal more consideration was shown to the pedestrian than he receives at the present time. Nowadays he is not con- sidered in the least, and he may think himself prodigiously lucky if he is not knocked down or run over several times in the course of the week. For years past the present writer has been endeavouring to found a Pedestrian's Protection Society, and at no period has it been more requir- ed than now. There is no real safety for the walker in London unless he clings to a policeman, and if you are a busy man you ca-n't cling to a policeman all day— it, would take up too much time. E-vei since the establishment of the railway tc Greenwich in 1838—which was probably the first railway out of London an enor mous expense has been incurred by com panies in brick viaducts to carry rail ways. The idea of running the line on level with the street-even though pro tected—was scouted as being terribly un safe and altogether preposterous. An now we practically run trains along th public streets without protection at a. sorts if irregular periods. Ah! wel] Times are changed and the poor pedestria is worse off than ever Only yesterday saw the engine of one of these stree trains had broken down, and the who. traffic of a busy thoroughfare was stopper J. Ashby Sterry in "The Graphic."

KEPT A CONVICT'S HOME TOGETHER. Many hard things have been said abo Sir Ralph Littler and his sentences, b the general public are little aware of t fact that he is one of the most kind-heart and humane judges. Here) is an examl of this little-known side of his charact4 He once sentenced a burly ruffian to f) years' imprisoment for robbery. Heari that the man's wife was in straitened c cumstances, he made inquiries, bought 1 a sewing-machine, and took other steps see that the home was kept togeth When the man came out of prison he ci ed on the judge and poured out his thai for what had been done for his fair while he had been away, and anllioun that he had done with the old life. T sewing-machine was the beginning of great charity which now looks after soners' families while they are in ga< if. if. SPECIAL POLICE COUP T.—A special police court on Friday, a J named Carney was charged before Bevan with stealing a bottle of bra and bottle of liqueur. Without offe: any evidence Inspector Owen asked f remand until Monday, which wa:; gran Later in the day another young man also charged n connection with the tl and also remanded until Monday. spector Owen has now in his posses 19 bottles of liquer, which it is allege( two have stolen from a local hotel.