Prestatyn Weekly

The Parish Church. Thanksgiving services for the ingathering of the harvest were held here on Thursday (English in the afternoon and Welsh in the evening) and were attended by large congre- gations. The services were remarkable for their bright and hearty nature, and the edifice had been beautifully decorated for the occasion. The special preacher was the Rev Meredith Hughes, Brynymaen, whose learned and able discourse was much appreciated. The Rev Evans-Jones (Vicar) also took part in the services, both of which were fully choral, the anthems "He shall go out with joy" being sung in the afternoon (the solo being rendered by Mrs Evans-Jones), and 0 Arglwydd mor lluosog i'w dy weithredoedd" in the evening, both of which works were most successfully rendered. Mr Joseph Thomas was at the organ. The collections through- out the day were on behalf of Home and Foreign Missions. The decorations had been carried out by Mrs Conwy (Bodryddan), Mrs Evans-Jones, Miss Trousdell, Mrs Evans (Kennels), Misses Stnbbs, Miss West, Miss S. E. Roberts, Miss Chadwick, Miss S. E. Roberts (Gover), Miss Lily Jones, Miss Alice Jones, and others.

Combined Services in connection with the Harvest Festival were held in the Nonconformist places of worship on Thursday, and were attended by large congregations. In the morning the services were held in the Wesleyan Chapel, those taking part including Messrs R. Wil- liams, J. Williams (Hottia), W. Morgan, and R. Lewis. The afternoon service was held in the C.M. Chapel, being conducted by Messrs D. Davies, J. E. Hughes, J. Lloyd, and J. Williams (Bryn Estyn). The evening service was held in the Wesleyan Chapel, being taken part in by Messrs J. T. Hughes, R. Hughes, Thos. Roberts, and J. Jones.

Technical Instruction. A meeting of the local committee of this movement (of which Mr Charles Thomas is secretary) was held on Tuesday evening, when it was reported that permission had been granted to hold a class in Building Con- struction in addition to the two others pre- viously arranged. It was decided to com- mence the Preparatory Class on Tuesday evening. A room is being fitted up for the Cookery Class, the work being carried out under the direction of the Organizing Secretary of the Technical Instruction Committee.

1 Llanasa. Sunday School Treat. Glorious weather favoured the annual treat of the Church Sunday School, which took place on Friday last. Lady Bates provided an excellent tea, which was partaken of on the shore near the old lighthouse, whither the party had been taken in vehicles. Those who assisted in attending to the wants of the party included Mrs Protheroe, Mrs Bates, Mrs Bulcock, Mrs Smith, Misses Proffit, and Miss Wray. After refreshments games and races were indulged in, prizes for which were kindly given by Lady Bates. On behalf of the gathering, the Vicar tendered their best thanks to her ladyship, for whom hearty cheers were given.

BRIWSION. "O?t,ell. t?ieii-,it Itaw )ia tti- atleiz." Y mae hen ddywediad yn mlith y Persiaid Pan ar fyned i ryfel gweddiwch unwaith, pan yn cychwyn ir mor gweddiweh ddwywaith, ond pan ar briodi gweddiwch yn ddibaid." WW Traddododd Esgob Llanelwy araeth alluog ar Addysg Cymru yn Nghynhadledd Athrawon Ysgolion Dyddiol Sir Ddinbych. Amlygai ei ddymuniad am weled adeg pan y byddwn oil yn gydweithwyr ac yn gyttun a'r gynllun cyffredinol o addysg. WW Y mae y Tywysog Ito wedi ei bennodi gan ymerhawdwr Japan i fod yn llywydd Korea, ac yn ei araeth yn gosod allan ei raglen gyda golwg ar y wlad honno dywed :—"Pn wahan- iaeth am liw fy nghroen, nac am fy syniadau crefyddol, os wyf o ddifrif yn gweithio er dyrchafiad dynoliaeth. WW Y mae y maddyg ieuangc Dr. Fraser, Caernarvon, yn rhoddi i fyny ei swydd o dan y Cynghor Sir, gwerth saith gant o bunnau yn y flwyddyn, er mwyn myned allan yn genhadwr i'r India. Y mae rhai o'i gymydogion anystyriol yn dweud na raid iddo lyn d mor bell, fod digon o baganiaid yn ei ymyl. WW Anfonodd cyfaill y llinellau dilynol ini gan ofyn am gyfieithiad o honynt i'r Gymraeg, feallai y gwna rhai o ddarllenwyr y Briwsion y gymwynas a Ill:- Much of the light and the soundness of our creed, Whate'er it be, depends on what we read, How many clamour loudly for their way Who never heard what others have to say ? Fixed where they are, determined to be right, They fear to be disturbed by further light; And where the voice of argument is heard, Away they run and will not hear a word; From notions vague and gathered up by chance, Or mere report, of what you may advance Resolved the old frequented paths to treat, And still to think as they were born and bred.

Shooting Party at Talacre. A shooting party of eight guns, comprising Sir Pyers Mostyn, Lord Mostyn, Sir William Tate, Hon. E. Mostyn, Mr Roderick, Mr Eaton, Mr Da Trafford, and Mr Tate had on Tuesday a splendid day's sport, and suc- ceeded in bagging a large quantity of game, including 510 rabbits, 45 hares, 24 partridges. etc., the total "bag" being 587 head. This averages 73 for each gun. The ground covered was part of the Talacre farm of Mr A. Whiteford, at whose house luncheon was partaken of during an interval. C,

Migration of Mutton. On Wednesday a train-load of sheep, num- bering between seven and eight hundred head, arrived at Llawndy Farm from the Scottish pastures.

Rent Collecting. Owing to pressure of work at the quarries. Mr William Williams has requested Sir Pyers Mostyn to relieve him from the collection of the cottage rents on the Talacre estate after the end of this month.

Oct. 24th -Concert at 'Bryn Sion" Wesleyan Chapel.

LORD MOSTYN'S GARDEN PARTY. Favoured with glorious weather, the 580 invitations sent out to the Conservative party workers of the county brought to the park on Saturday an equal number of guests in response. The Mostyn brass band was present, playing various selections, and a large marquee was pitched in front of the hall in which tea was served. An open-air meeting was held on the terrace, Lord Mostyn presiding. In his speech, his Lordship said the opposite Party were now holding a council of war for an attack on the House of Lords. The Lords were not frightened (laughter). A great resolution had been fired by a big gun in the House of Commons. There had also been a great trumpet blast. The differ- ence between the blast which Joshua blew at the walls of Jericho and the trumpet blast of Sir Henry Campbell Bannerman was that the former threw down the walls, whilst the latter might possibly disturb the dust in the Parliamentary Chamber (laughter). He thought they all agreed that a second Chamber was necessary. No country would be safe without it (hear, hear). That chamber must have power to criticise bills sent to it from the Lower Chamber. Often these bills were sent to the Lords without having been thoroughly discussed, or after having been guillotined. Was the Upper House to pass these without being allowed to discuss or criticise them ? If that was to be the posi- tion of the House of Lords it would be in- tolerable, and they had better capitulate at once. He pointed out that during the last fifteen months twenty Radicals had been sent to the House of Lords, which guaranteed the safety of that institution. He did not sug- gest that the House of Lords was not in need of reform. A committee was now sitting to consider this matter, the deliberations of which, he hoped, would be carefully con- sidered by the Lords. Mr Harold Edwards, the Conservative can- didate for Flintshire, spoke on the danger of Socialism. He said the future of the Con- servatives depended on the workers energy, keenness, and self-sacrifice would certainly prove successful in the end. To-day every man who owned a little land was in danger of losing it, and everv man who had a little business was in danger of having it taken away for the benefit of the lazy and incom- petent. This danger was not imaginary. It was the duty of the people he had mentioned to defend themselves and their property. They were not alarmed, but they could not ignore the threatening danger of the present age. Referring to the aim and object of the Socialistic movement, the speaker remarked all of them desired to improve the lot of the less fortunate. As Conservatives it was well for them to realise that social reform must be an important part in future legislation, but they must check the pace rather than alter the destination. Most Social Reforms of this century had been initiated by the Conserva- tive Government—the party was prepared to move with the times. The danger of Socialism lay in its methods which were unwise, and, unless changed, would lead to national bankruptcy and disaster. The Con- servative party alone could hope to cope with the danger and guide it into more wholesome channels.

Convention Delegate. Dr. Lloyd Owen was admitted as a subscribing member of the Flintshire Liberal Association at Flint on f^turday last. At the same meeting he was appointed the Delegate for the Llanasa Parish and neigh- bourhood to attend the Welsh National Convention to be held at Rhyl on the 29th and 30th of this month, at which the Right Honourables D. Lloyd-George, McKenna, and Haldane are expected to be present.

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Mr R. Lloyd's, Meirion Terrace.

COMING EVENTS. Oct. 5th—Tea Party and Concert at "Peniel," Pen-y-ffordd. Oct. 23rd.—Concert at Moriah C.M. Chapel. Oct. 130th.-Rhewl Fawr, Gwynfa C.M. Chapel, Lecture on Famous William Lewis," by the Rev. Edmund Griffiths, Liverpool

The Late Mr. Owen Owens, TANYOLASDIR, FFYNNONGROEW, whose death was referred to in these columns last week. The funeral took place on Satur- day, and was attended by a large number of mourners. The interment was in Llanasa Cemetery. At the meeting of the Llanasa Parish Council on Monday, Mr Thomas Roberts referred to the death of Mr Owen Owens, who had been a member of the Council since it was formed, with the exception of twelve months. This year Mr Owens had been appointed vice-chairman, and from the com-1 mencement of the Council he had been one of the most useful and faithful members. He was a man who was able to form an opinion upon most subjects, and having done so would not be carried away by any side issues. He (Mr Roberts) moved a vote of condolence be passed with the bereaved family. This was seconded by Mr Edward Thomas, and carried unanimously. The Chairman and several of the members also spoke most highly of the character of their late colleague. .+-

Tea and Concert. The annual tea and concert was held at the Baptist Chapel last week, and turned out a greater success than ever. Upwards of 550 sat down to tea, catered for by Messrs Wynne & Co. The following ladies and gentlemen were in attendance:—At the tables: Mrs Morgan, Mrs Wynne, Mrs Hughes, Mrs McDonald, K. Jones, Misses Wynne, Davies, A. Jones, and M. Jones, Mrs W. Evans, Mrs D. Edwards, Mrs G. L. Jones, Misses Edwards, J Heritage, S. Heritage, Misses Williams, Moelfryn, Miss E. Jones, Miss Griffiths, and Mrs Williams. Bread Cutters Messrs J. Wynne (sen. and jun.), T. J. Wynne, and Miss L. Hughes. Boiler Messrs Evan Jones, T. Jones, and 0. Hughes. Doors Messrs R. T. Williams, and W. E. Wynne. The concert commenced at 7 p.m., but before that time, the chapel was thronged with ticket holders, and extra seats had to be introduced to supplement the accommodation. The president of the meeting was Mr E. Williams (Patagonia), the conductor Mr R. O. Williams (Cymro Cybi), Rhyl, and the accompanist Mr W. Nuttall, L.L.C.M. There was also present Mr J. R. Hughes, M.A, Holywell. The proceedings opened by singing a hymn, after which a number of artistes contributed to the programme, which was as follows :— Solos, Misses E. A. Roberts (Mostyn), K. Williams (Ffynnongroew), Cybi Williams (Rhyl), Sallie Jones (Newmarket), Lizzie Hughes (Mostyn), Katie Roberts, Hannah Griffiths, Messrs R. 0. Williams, Thomas Williams, Vincent Jones. A.L.C.M (chief bass St. Asaph Cathedral). Recitations, Masters J. Ellis and Hywel Jones. Pianoforte duet by Misses Beatrice E. Wynne and Jenny Williams. A vote of thanks was passed to the presi- dent, conductor, artistes, accompanist, and to all who attended to the tea in the after- noon, and also to the friends at the Calvi- nistic Chapel for the loan of seats, after which Mr R. 0. Williams led the singing of God Save the King," which terminated a most enjoyable concert. ♦

TRELOGAN. Coming Event.—Oct 23rd. Lecture by Rev. Hngh Roberts, Holywell, at the C.M. Chapel.

LLANASA PARISH COUNCIL A meeting of the Llanasa Parish Council was held on Monday night. Present, Coun- cillors H. Hughes (chairman), Thos. Jones, David Jones, Dr Owen, J. Roberts, Thomas Evans (Axton), Edward Thomas, G. Pierce, Thos. Evans (Gronant), Thos. Hughes Mr 0. W. Ellis (Assistant Overseer), and the Clerk. DEATH OF MR OWEN OWENS. The minutes of the previous meeting having been read and confirmed, Mr Thomas Roberts referred to the vacancy which had occurred since the last meeting through the death of Mr Owen Owens. It was decided to fill the vacancy at the next meeting. 0 APPOINTMENT OF MANAGER FOR GWESPYR SCHOOL. A letter was read from the Rev. D. Meurig Jones, stating that owing to his removal from the parish, that he resolved to resign his position as representative of the Council on the Management Committee of the Gwespyr School. It was resolved on the motion of Dr Owen, and seconded by Mr G. Thomas, that a vote of thanks be passed to Mr Jones for his valuable services us manager for the last three years. The Chairman proposed, and Mr Thos. Jones seconded, that Mr Albert Jones (Gwespyr) be appointed to fill the vacancy. BERTHENGAM. It was resolved that the District Council Inspector be asked to clean out the Well at Newmarket and have the water gauged, and if plentiful to have the same analysed. It was stated that water was never so scarce in this district as it is at the present time. It is such that people have been compelled to go to the different wells at three o'clock in the morning. Most of the existing wells are dry, and the inhabitants have to go a long distance for their supply. BUILDING OF SCHOOLS. Dr Owen proposed, and Mr Ed. Thomas seconded, that an application be made to the Board of Education for a contribution towards the building of the schools in the parish from the fund ( £ 100,000) which have been put aside for that purpose. SCARCITY OF WATER IN THE PARISH. Complaints were received from Gronant, Penyffordd, and Bertheugam, as to the scarcity C) I of water in their districts. These complaints have been brought forward many times, but have been deferred for some reason or other, the chief reasons being the difficulty of obtain- ing a source of water to supply each place. A meeting of the Parochial committee with the Chairman and Clerk of the District Coun- cil was held at Gronant many months ago, to consider a scheme for supplying water for upper Gronant, from the level in the lower part of the village. The Inspector was requested to prepare a plan and estimate for carrying out the work. This was duly brought before the different Councils, but it was deci- ded to postpone the final decision upon them, pending the report of the Inspector upon a spring which had been discovered in Newmar- ket, and which it was thought at the time would be strong enough to supply Berthengam, Axton, and Gronant. Since then fears are entertained that this spring would not be sufficient to supply Gronant. Such being the case it was proposed by Mr Thos. Hughes (Gronant) and seconded by Mr Thos. Hughes, that the District Council be asked to take the matter up at once, which was carried. In connection with the scarcity at Pen-y- ffordd a committee was appointed to inquire into the matter, when it was resolved that they should ask Mr Pownall whether he was prepared to sell his water works at Penyffordd. A reply was received and read at the meeting stating that he was prepared to dispose of it, and would be pleased to meet the Council to confer further on the matter. It was proposed by Mr Ed. Thomas and seconded by Mr T. Hughes that all the members of the Council should meet on the spot to inspect the place- and report to the next meeting.

«► SUNDAY SERVICES AT MOSTYN BETHEL C.M. CHAPEL (Welsh), 2 and 6 p.m. Rev. W. Benjamin, Caerwys. BRYN SION, WESLEYAN CHAPEL (Welsh) 10 a.m. and ti p.m., Mr. R. Hughes, Cwm. CYSEGR CONGREGATIONAL CHAPEL (Welsh), 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. services. ENGLISH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH—10-30 a.m. Prayer Meeting; 2 p.m. P.S-A.; 6 p.m., Mr Morgan, Greenfield. CHRIST CHURCH (Church of England), 10 a.m. (Welsh) and 11-15 a.m. (English), Rev. W. V. Jones, M.A. (vicar) and Rev. T. G. Jones, B.A. (curate) 6 p.m. (Welsh), Rev. T. G. Jones, B.A. LADY AUGUSTA SCHOOL CHAPEL (English), 6-30 p.m., Rev. W. V. Jones, M.A.

LOST at Prestatyn Railway Station on Wednesday, September 25th, an Inver- ness CLOAK, cap in pocket. Anyone returning it to the office of this paper will be rewarded. £ 1 REWARD for information that will -L lead to the conviction of anyone found TRESPASSING in pursuit of Rabbits, Wild Fowl, Game, &c., on all land belonging to Lady McLaren, North of the L. and N.W. Railway. Hoyall, Nant HoB Hotel,Prestatyn. Q-OYERNESS (Certificated) desires Morning or Daily engagement in or near Pres- tatyn English, French, Drawing, Painting, C, 'n, good Music. Apply Miss W. Yeoman, Lynd- hurst, Prestatyn. J^ESSOXS given in Violin and Singing moderate terms.—Miss Florence Jones, Wellesley House, Prestatyn. LESSONS in MUSIC and SINGING, acquired in England and Germany moderate. Particular care to Children. A Morning Class for little ones. Address: 503, "P.W." Office. ]" jADY'S BICYCLE, in good order, for SALE, cheap. Apply Z, "P.W." Office. RELIABLE GI HL wanted as domestic Servant in family of two at Wigan. 0 References.—Address, 514 P.W. Office. AN 1LD Clean, Respectable GIRL to assist in housework. Apply Ewart Villa, Melideii Road, Prestatyn. OFFICES TO LET. Apply—Central Chambers, High Street. Prestatyn. pRESTATYN. — Two charmingly-situated HOUSES to LET, just completed, contains 2 or 3 entertaining rooms, 6 or 7 bedrooms, with every modern convenience, south aspect, uninterrupted outlook. Also a pair of VILLAS and two small plots of LAND for SALE.-To view, apply Thos. Burrows, The Nook," Gronant Road. "plURNISHED HOUSES TO LET at low rents — for September and the winter months. Unfurnished HOUSES TO LET from tl4 to £40 per annum. COTTAGE at 30/- per month clear. Insure your Servants at 2/6 per annum, Casual Helpers at 2/6, Furniture at 2/- per cent, Against Burglary at 1/(5 per cent, Houses or Buildings at 1/6 per cent, and do it with W. INGLEFIELD, Agent, Town Hall Buildings. I PROPERTY for SALE, by Private Treaty, Houses, Shops, and Land. -Apply, Thomas Williams, Bradford House, Prestatyn VVALLIS AND SCOTT, Auctioneers and Estate Agents, have houses to Let at the following rents £ 19 10s, £21, and £40 (with land), and J645. Houses and Building Land for Sale. Omces High St., Prestatyn. Miss M. Pas cally Late Organist and Clioirmistress of the United Methodist Free Church, Nortliwich. Two Certificates R.A.M. Teacher of Organ, Piano, Singing, and Theory. Pupils prepared for Diploma & other Examinations ".Alderley," Hig h Stree t, Prestatyn. PENDRE SCHOOL, PRESTATYN. Dau and Boarding Softool FOR GIRLS. Preparatory School for Boys. Principal MISS ETHEL HICKSON (Teachers' Diploma University of Cambridge). School Re opened September 18th. Mr. Joseph Williams, Auctioneer, Valuer, and House Agent, County Chambers, Rhyl, Has Opened Branch Offices at Stafford Chambers, HIGH ST., PRESTATYN Where all business entrusted to him will have his immediate and personal attention. Rhyl Telephone: No. 0179.