The Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria

Corwen. CORWEN GUARDIANS AND LICENSING LEGISLATION.—The Corwen Board of Guard- ians on Friday passed the following resolution unani nously:—" That this Board of Guardians is of opinion that the maintenance of the discretion wested in the justices with reference to the granting of licences is essential to the moral and material ^welfare of the nation, and therefore strongly pro- 'tests against any attempt on the part of the Govern- ment io interfere with such discretion."

Flint. (MUNICIPAL ELE'CmiO'N.—For the vacancy ün tlhe Flint Town- Council! caused by the resig- nation of Mr Benjamiin Roberts two Clandidla:te,s were, trotrntinated on Monday, viz., William Francis Jones and E. J. H. William's. iiie eilection will trake place next Tuesday.

Holywell. A NEW Baptist chapel was opened on Sunday at Greenfield, Holywell, when sermons were preached by the Rev. Dr. Morris, Treorky.

Llandudno. EYE-REST for tired eyes, obtained from our Scientifically-fitted Glasses, R. G. Owen, F.S.M.C. (Lond.), OPTHALMIC OPTICIAN, LLANRWST. Write for testimonials. 5257 THERE -has never been) such a commotion: and agnfation OVteir any question during the last cen- tury as the Fiscal Policy propounded! by the Biniriiingtbami JCin< £ :anld it is hardly expected that ,even a Commission 011 Parliament will be able to solve1 or s,eltitle: it satitsi.ac!to.Dily. There- fore why trouble and worry unneccessarily over it? when you! can, buy from W. S. WILLIAMiS & SONS, The! North Wales Drapers, the. latest portrait of I,hle Eminent Sltaitesman ini a cushion cover for is i i Y2 d, and thenl you cam sit on hiim, or you cam -frame him and hanlg him up or, iif you prefer, they hiave, mother designs*—ne'al works of arte—land copies of the (best Old Masters, con- fined solely to the firm. cigj A JOINT DEBATE.—A united meeting of the St. George's Church Literary Society and the Siloh Calvinistic Methodist Literary Society was held at the Church House, Llandudno, on Wednesday night for the purpose of debating the fiscal question. There was a large audience, and the event caused considerable interest and even ex- citement in the town. The St. George's Society advocated Protection, and the Siloh Society de- fended Free Trade. Mr Hornsby opened for Pro- tection, and was supported by by Messrs. Oliver, A. J. Jester and P. Whaley. Mr Rhys Williams, of the County School, opened for Free Trade, being supported by Messrs. H. F. Jones, H. A. Jones and Owen W. Roberts. The audience seemed to be pretty evenly divided on the subject, cheering the emphatic points made on both sides, but no formal vote was taken at the close of the discussion.

Llandudno Junction. CONGREGATIONAL MONTHLY MEET- ING.—The congregational ministers of the Vale of Conway held their monthly meeting at tihe above place on the nth insit. In tjhe absence of the Rev W. Keinion Thomais, the Rev D. S. Thomas, of Llanrwsit, presided. After going through the usual preliminaries, the Rev C. Williams, of Penmaenmawr, read a most inter- ,estiing and able paper on "Prayer and the ob- jections to fit's efficlerfcy." Addresses, on the same subject followed' 'by the Revs J. Luther Thomas, Conway A. Penry Evans,Llandudno W. E. Jones, Old Colwyn; and D. S. Thomas, Llanrwst. The Rev W. E. Jones was appointed) to read a -paper in the next meeting, wMclh is to be held in three weeks. As the Rev A. Penry Evans is about to change the sphere of his min- isfceflial labour from Llandudno to Forth, Glam- organshire, it was resolved to present him in the next 'meeting with an autograph album, and that each o'f the fraternity be asked to write his adtieu in the same. Mr Evans was a member of considerable power amongst the ministers of the Vale of Conway, and 'his friendship and service will be missed very much by all.

Llanrwst. THE County School reopened on Tuesday last after the Christmas vacation. MRS JONES, wife of Mr David Jones, solicitor, who is incarcerated at Ruthin, visited her husband on Monday. CONVALESCENCE. Mr Thomas Marriott J.P., who was taken ill on his arrival at Sandbach, is better. SPECIAL OFFERS.—Gold Specs., from 15s. Gold-filled, from 5s 6d. Eyes tested free. R. G. Owen, F :S.C.M.-Griffithl Owen. and Son, Watchmakers, Jewellers, and Opticians. 5257 A SOCIAL EVENING.—On Thursday evening week the third annual social dinner was held at the Star Inn, when about twenty guests sat down to an excellent repast, prepared by Mrs Chambers. Mr Lloyd presided, and the usual loyal and patriotic toasts were interspersed with songs. THE ifk S U SC IT AT 10 N OF THE VOLUN- TE-ER,S.-An (attempt is being made to revive the somewhat defunct corps of V-olunlteers; but unfortunately it cannot be said tlhait the, matter is being aken up with the enthusiasm one would like to. see. An adjourned meeting alt the Town Hall on Friday afternoon last was to take: place, but only the chairman of the Uriban District Council and another :meimber of the Council turned up. CHILDREN'S DANCE AND CHRISTMAS TREE.-On Thursday evening week, although the weather was of a very unpropitious character, the Children's Fancy Dress Ball and Christmas Tree, given by Mrs Lee and Miss Lee, of the Carrington House School, at the Church House, was a "ery pretty and enjoyable event. The hall was tuotefully decorated, and a splendid Christmas tree, weighty with good things for the happy juveniles, was the chief attraction. Mrs Lee and her talented daughter attended carefully to the comfort and enjoyment of their young guests. Music was given by Miss Mclntyre, Mr Gregor, and others. THE RIFLE GLOB .—The statement of ac- counts, audited by Mr R. R. Owen, of this club, since its for.maidon to December last, has been issued. The receipts amount to 6148 9s lod, and the payments to' L'49 13's 9d. The Astor Fund has also given rifles, valued at 389 each, and Mr Astor has also intimated his in- tention o'f presenting a cup, to be calledl the "Astor Challenge Cup," to be' competed, for be- tween, two affiliated clubs in the, county. Mr Mclntyre has also- remitted his fee of five guineas for preparing plans of the range. The prospects olf the club, therefore, look briglht. RIFLE GLUIB 'GENERAL MEETING.—Tlhe annual meeting of this Club was held at the Town Hall on Monday evening. In the un- avoidable absencei olf the president, Mr T. Marriott. Mr P. Mclntyre presided. There was a large attendance of members, and for the en- suing year Col. Higson, J.P., was unanimously elected president. Mr M'clntyre wias re-elected) vice-president. The captain, Mr John Black- wall, was re-elected, and Mr C. C. Morris, vice- cap'tain, was Te-elecited.-Tlhte following officers were. also re-elected:—Messrs E. Jones-Owen, treasurer 5 D. G. Wilson, hon. sec.; and' an assistant secretary was appointed in Mr W. Wil- liams, 3, Carrington-terrace. The balance sheet, which, was imosl; satisfactory, was pre- sented. and adopted. A vote off thaniks was! unanimously passed to. -Messrs. T. Marriott andl P. M'clntyre, and the hom. secretar.y The Club witlh the above-named1 officials, and a strong Executive Committee ought to have, another prosperous season.

Penmaenmawr. FROM E N AiDlE IMPROVEMENTS. We understand that t'he local authority are contem- plating the erection of a cloakroom and lavatory on the Promenade, on a plan something after that recently adopitied by the Llanfairfeichan Urban District Council. AN APPOINTMENT.—(Mir A. J. Thompson, who, for the past five years, has been acting as manager for Messrs Clhantrey, Bros., contrac- tors, has been selected' out of 89 candidates for the position of clerk of ilihe works under the Llandaff and Dinas Powis. Rural District Coun- cil. Mr Thompson'began his dult,ieson M'onday. A MINISTERIAL CALL, The Calvinistic Methodist Church, at Rlhyd-ddu, Waunfawr, Car- narvon,, have :imo,u,s call to the Rev .given a unan. R. O. Williams, for twelve years pastor of Pen- •cae Church, Peniniaenmawr, and it is not un- likely t'halt he will answer the, invifcationi in the ,affirm alt!iive. In passing it might be stated that it 'has ju'& been decided! to offer the old edifice at Pencae for sale, it being hoped that tlhe mag- nificent new building now in course of construc- tion will be completed in a few months time.

Ruthin. THE MA'GIISTRATEIS ANn)!' LICENSING REFORM.—At their! meeting on Monday tlhe Ruthin, magistrates, through their Chlairmart (Chancellor :Bul!keiley Jones), announced that an view of probaible legislation oni -tihe licensing question they would deter taking any action upon the refurns, prepared! by the police respecting licensed houses i'n the district.

Trefriw, VISIT OF MR W. JONES, M.P.—11The mem- ber for t'he Arvom Division .of the County will visit Trefriiw on the 27'tih inst., and addreiss his Constituents' upon current topics.

DENTAL NOTICE. MR. G. MEYLAR ROBERTSON, DENTAL SURGEON. Extractions with Gas, Fillings, &c. AT MODEHATE FEES. ALL CONSULTATIONS FREE. REDUCED FEES TO DOMESTICS AND Tllg W011KING CLASSES. Other Dentists' Misfits corrected and made serviceable. DAILY FROM 9 TILL 7, AT THE LAURELS, WOODLAND ROAD, 5289 COLWYN BAY. E. LLOYD JONES, I gricultural 1m pi ernent Dealer FURNISHING IRONMONGER, &tl-, Plumber, Gasfitter, and Hot Water EngIneer WATLING STREET, LLANRWST 6437 ——— T ZEE IE! Bone Phosphate & Chemical Co. Ltd., MANUFACTURERS OF HIQH CLASS FERTILIZERS, SHEEP DIPS, AND DISINFECTANTS, CASTLE WORKS, FLINT, N. WALES. ENTIRELY FROM BONE. THIS IS ■W-KA.T MAEBS OTTIR 'PHOSPHATE MANURES OF EXCEPTIONAL VALUE. ■] Before buying elsewhere send tolus for Samples, Prices and Analysis. WHEAT, OATS? TURNIPS, Special3A/I for aures BARLEY, POTATOES, PASTURESY &C., &C- MYKROL" SHEEP DIPS, Certain Cure for Scabs. "MYKROL" FOOT=ROT CURE, Absolutely Reliable "MYKROL" DISINFECTANT, For Stables, Kennels, and all Domestic & Sanitary Purposes* For Samples, Prices, and all other information, apply to |jj The Bone Phosphate & Chemical Co. Ltd. .,£tI FLI:N""T, :N"" \IV .ALES.. (DICKSONS LIMITED, CHESTER.) 7541 THE REMARKABLY Low PRICES CHARGED FOR FURNISHING GOODS K OF ALL KINDS HAVE SECURED FOR THE PIH1VPPP COMP,ETE FURNISHING STORES' JT iUllJUEfl\ Bold Street, LIVERPOOL, AN ENORMOUS TRADE THROUGHOUT NORTH WALES. IN ADDITION TO THE ADVANTAGES OF LOWEST PRICES, | GOODS OYER 40/- ARE DELIVERED FREE. /-J) SEND FOR CATALOGUES FREE. 8925 COAL! COAL! COAL! Unequalled for Quality & Price, THE FINEST STAFFS. & LANC. HOUSE COALS AND COBBLES, ALSO GAS COKE, FIREWOOD, &c. TRUCK LOADS AT WHOLESALE PRICES. WRITE FOB PBICES -yl-'?"OWLAiN _f s ON A & S:y IV WYNNSTAY CHAMBERS, COLWYN BAY. 4959

[FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENTS.] Mr Joh'n: 'Howel Gee, of 'Bronal'lt, Denbig'h, ■formerly of the Castle House, Denbigh, pub- lisher and proprietor of "Y Baaier ac Amseraui Cymru," and "The North Wales Times," mayor of Denbigh, in 1892-94, and member of the ,County- Council, wtho died on the 8th December last, agedi 49 years, soni of ithe late Mr Thomas Gee, left estate so far as can at present be ascer- tained vallueld at ^2,000, and' probate of hus will dated! 28th April, 1900, has been granted ito bis widow, .Mrs Jane Anne Gee, and Mr Daviild Saunders n.alvies, of I, Dale-street, Manchester, power being reserved to' gflant prolbate, also- to his brotttier, Mr Thomas Gee, of Liverpool.

Abergele. SUCCESS.—At the Intermediate Examination of ihe Institute of Chartered Accountants, held Decem- ber last, Mr Ei. T. Millward, son of Mr E. H. Mill- ward, Abergele, was placed sixth in honours out of nearly two hundred candidates. Mr Millward is articled to Mr A. G. Pugh, Llandudno.

Bettws=y=Coed. UNITED LITERARY SOCIETY.—A meeting of the above society was held on Thursday week, at the C.M. Schoolroom, under the presidency of Mr J. T. Rees, Craigydon. The subject was a ,debate on Which is the most injurious-Drink or War ?" The debate was opened for Drink by Miss Kitty Evans, Bron Celyn, and supported by Messrs Wm. Roberts, Diosgydd Isaf T. Parry, Oak View Robert D. Jones, Dolydd-terrace T. Evans, Bron Celyn David Williams, Glanyrafon. For "War," by Miss Maggie Jones, Tanymarian, ,and supported by Messrs David W. Evans, Wern Fawr Hugh Roberts, Mill-street; Hugh Jones, Cethin-terrace. There was a majority for Drink as being the most injurious.

Colwyn. ÐR W. H. BAGNELL and his 'family wish to tender their heartfelt thanks to the parcshiomers of Colwyn and other friends for the kindness and sympathy shown to them in their recent bereavement. 9051

Colwyn Bay. VIOLIN TUITION by Mons. Constant Lalande,of Riviere's Orchestra. For terms, etc., address, "Pier," or "Ravenswood," Rhiw-road, Colwyn Bay. 8557 NUMEROUS testimonials from all parts testify- ing to the Scientific Examination of the Eye- sights, by R. G. OWEN, F.S.M.C. (Lond.), LLANRWST. Clients vested at their own pri- vate residences. You are cordially invited to inspect the New Stock of Solid Silver Goods, Electro-Plate, and Jewellery, which A. N. CROSS, Jeweller, Col- wyn: Bay, is now showing at his premises at tne corner of Station and Abergele-roads. Every- thing new, everything bright, and of the very best quality at moderate prices. All goods lmarked in plain figures 7345 o MARRIAGE OF P.C. OWEN.—On Wednes- (day last ,vhe marriage was solemnised at the Wrexham Parislh Church, by the Rev W. S. Proibert, of P.C. R. H. Owen, formerly of Wrex. ham, but now stationed a:t Colwyn Bay, to Miss X. ,B. Thomas" dlaughter of Mr Williaim Thomas .(Bradley-road, Wrexham). Both the parties, are well-known in the locality, and were the recip- ients of many useful and valluaibile presents.

Carnarvon. GUARDIANS AND COMPENSATION.—On Saturday, the Carnarvon Board of Guardians, in a resolution, of which notice had been given, strongly protested against the expressed intention of the Government to compensate publicans, and also against any interference with the magisterial power to reduce licences in accordance with the require- ments of the neighbourhood.

Conway. 90 PER CENT, of Headaches are caused by Eye-strain. Cured permanently by glasses. FREE TESTS by R. G. OWEN, F.S.C.M., at Compton House, first Friday in each month. MUSICAL.—iMr R. Madoc Davies, A.R.C.M., has just 'been appointed a Professor of Music at Itfoe Royal CaHege of Music, London. Mr Davies .is well-known Ita, and very poipullar with, local -.musicians, eistedidfodKvyr, and concert goers. THE CHILDREN'S EDUCATION. The local Free Church Council will meet this (Frli- .day) evening to dascuss what action shall be taken 'with regiard to the Nonconformist children now attending the town scho,oll, in tihe event of the full adoption of the new Act.

Denbigh. DENBIGH DRAINAGE.—The Town Clerk (Mr J. Parry Jones), has received an order from the Local Government Board authorising the Town Council to borrow the sum of ^15,000 for the re- construction of the sewage system of the town. The period of repayment is fixed at thirty years.

Dyserth. DYSERTH PROPERTY OFFERED.—At the Alexandra Hotel, Rhyl, on Tuesday afternoon, Mr Joseph Williams, auctioneer, Rhyl, offered for sale by public auction the freehold shop, dwelling- house, and extensive outbuildings and building land at Bodhyfryd, Dyserth, in the occupation of Mr John Hughes, grocer, draper, and carrier, &c. The total area was 3,509 square yards, and imme- diate occupation was to be obtained. Mr Williams dilated upon the admirable nature of the property, but at the outset only one bid of £ 300 was made by a gentleman in the room. The auctioneer stated he had been entrusted with a bid of £ 550, and after this a Mr Lewis, of Dyserth, offered -c575. As it was not declared an open sale, the property ,was withnrawn.

Eglwysfach. EARLY LAMBING.—On the: 61:h inst., a sheep belonging to Mr John Williams, Ffrith I Las Farm, of tlhis village, gave birth to two "beautiful lamlbs.

Rhyl. J. TALBOTT'S ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE takes place during the last fortnight in January, when the whole of the high-class Stock of Drapery Goods will be offered at big reduc- tions. Departments: Millinery, Mantles, Dresses, Ladies' and Children's Underclothing, Hosiery, Gloves and Fancy Goods.—60 and 61, High-street, Rhyl. 8978 VISIT TO THE BIBLE LANDS.— A large audience assembled at x'he Water-street Congre- gational Church Schoal,room on Monday even- ing for the purpose of hearing a lecture by the Rev E. A. Killon, of Carlisle, descriptive of his visit to' the Bible Lands, etc. Mr P. Mo sty n Williams presided. The rev. lecturer delivered an exceedingly interesting and graphic descrip- tion of his journey via Paris, Itay, and Greece to the principal places recorded am Biblical his- tory. Many scenes of the beautiful countries visited! audi tihe: cbjechs of interest viewed were, by means of lime-lighit, thrown upon a screen and these greatly enhanced the absorbing attrac- tiveness of the lecture. The lanterni was mani- pulateidliby Mr Ernest Jones. At the conclusion of the lecture1 a cordial vote of thanks wa,s ac- corded! Mr Killon for his lecture, on the motion of Mr Robert Hughes, seconded by Mr Nu tit all. The proceeds of the lecture witl'l be devoted to- wards, the funds of the chapel. TIHE TEMPERANCE PLATFORM.—Mr F. L. Rawlins occupied the chair at the meeting of the Gospeil Total Abstinence Society in the Boys' Brigade Haill oni .Sunday evening He spoke of the efficacy of temperance, mentioning that he had been a life-long abstainer, and urg- ing young1 persons1 to follow his example Mrs Freeman Tendered the pleasing solo, "Light in Darkness." Rev E. A. Killon, of Carlisle, at- tended, and in. the course of an, impressive ad- d!De's's, recounted some sald experiences which had come to his, knowledge and. the sad scenes he had witnessed, all of which bad mad'e him a ihater of tlhe. drinlk traffic. Though the people o'f the country seemed to have gone 'backwards in regard to the question generally during the past few years, and though the Government was pro- posing to strengthen tlhe traffi,c, he was: of the. decided opinion that at the present time there was a wonderful cihange for the .better prevail- ing. He deprecated the adopting of a pessimis- tic view of the present- position of the temper- ance party; and Ihoped that in the coming' struggle the churches would do their duty. He appealed to the young to begin ariglht and be firm against the terrible evil of the drink. The abstainers of t'he Queen-street Chapel will ar- range the meeting for Sunday evening next. PLEASANT SATURDAY EVENINGS. Mr T. Harding Roberts presided at the ctoinicert on Saturday evening, held iii, the Boys' Biligiadte Hall. There was a good attendance. Among the many points referred to in his rtemarks, the Chlairmam spoke of the imiportanice of careful study of songs and reicitattions in lorderr n'ot oinly to overcome the intricacies of music and elocu- tion, but to producei the meaning and the beauty of the .composition as intended by the. authors. If 'the 'ClelehraiLedconduc:t'or of the faimouis choir, ''T'alke-o'-thi-hill," occupied weeks to study, a composition before feeling pre,pa,red to face his choir, surely those who took piart in those enter- tainmenics should 'be careful to sturdy their pieces. He advised those iiriteirested1 in music to procure' some of the pieces for 'competition' at -the National Eisteddfod, and emulate the. com- •petiiitors. The programme, wlbi'ch, as usual, was of a varied char/acter, was well sustained, and was as -follows:—Pianoforte dueit, "Oamce," Masters J. Vaughan and Oswald Yonieis sonig, "The s'nlow Man," Miss Gweimnie^ Ghee!tham.; Tecitaliion, "Tilfe Village Blacksmith," Miiss S. Blackwell; duet, "The Volunteer Organist," Misses :Plhyllis IHazelhurslu and J. Roberts duet, "Vesper Hour," Misses Nellie Jones end, Janie 'Hughes; pianoforte duet, "Ill Tainicr.edi" (en- coded), Miss Famnie and Master Gus Cheeltham; song, "Anchored" (encored), Mir Goimeir Owen; Mr ORoibert Lloyd, cfoii!feationle-r, ga:v,e a humor- ous sketch? as Signor Macaroni, an Italian, com- mercial reading, Hilgh Art, Music (IMax Ade- ler), Mr A. Cheetham (enicored) song, Miss Eunice Jones; phonograph selection, Master John Rhodes; accompanist. Miss Winnie Jones, A.L.C.M. THE SOUTH WAIRD BYE-ELECTION.— Upon the publication1 of the nominations for a representative on the District Council for the above ward, there were forebodings of a com- plicated and interesting election, providing each, nominee resolved, upon going1 to the poll. On Friday, however, there was a. change' in the state of affairs, Mr J. S. Greenhalglh and Mr 'll w,: rawing the-r names fro,m W. Pilekevsgi (?h-d the contest. Mr Edmund Hughes, builder, and Mr C. R. Tayleur, of Maesgwilym Cottage, have decided 'upon "'seeking the suffrages" of the electors, and the polling has been fixed to take place ito-day at the Corn Exchange, 'Town Hall. Mr Hughes, in asking the support of the voters, stated he contested the West Wand at the last ■election, and was only four vo'tes slhort of being elected, and had been a ratepayer and property owner in the Itown during the: past twenty years, as well as an employer of labour. He briefly dealt wii'th the financial burdens upon the rate- payers, promising, if elected, to use his best en- deavours to secure a substantial reduction in the rate, which he believed could be success- fully perfonmed without in, any way neglecting the necessary reforms: to maintain the town, as a first-cilassi health resort. "Economy with effi- ciency" was the watchword of Mr Tayleur; 'and, having been a resident of the, town for soime years, he assumed he was not entirely ignorant of .the requirements of the plaice. In regard to the contest generally, there has been compara- tiivly small interest; but the polling of the votes -to-day might be: prodtic'tive o'f a. little stir. There are albout seven, bundied voters in the wa'fd and it is expected that tihe result will be declared about nine o'clock^

St. Asaph. SERIES OF PRESENTATIONS TO ARCH- DEACON WYNNE-JONES. At Llangollen, on Friday night, a series of presentations were made to Archdeacon Wynne-Jones, who is removing to the parish of Oswestry, after upwards of four years' service as vicar. The presents included a handsome dressing case with silver mountings, and a series of handsome pictures, depicting the Church of St. Colleus and its choristers. Other presentations will be made to the Archdeacon at an early date. Acknowledging the gifts, Archdeacon Wynne-Jones said that they indicated the aepth of the kindly feeling invariably manifested towards him while at Llangollen.