The North Wales Express

AMLWCH. BAND.—The String Ban I Company is preparing for a grand vocal and instrumental concert. We trust our townspeople will show their uood will and ap- preciation of this enthusiastic little band by patro- nizing their concert.

BEAUMARIS. DISESTABLISHMENT.—A meeting in favour of D:s- establishment was held here on Monday, when a stiring address was delivered by Mr Fisher and others. Some of the mo3t lame and illorical questions were put to the speaker by defenders of the Church, showing a vast amount of ignorance, even in ecclesiastical matters, and some went so far as to deny the existence of a State Church Ignorance is bliss where it is folly to be wise. SCENE AT THE PARISH CHuRcH.-The rector, the Rev. J. Williams Meyrick, who recently engaged in litigation with his diocese in the county court conse- quent upon the alleged illegal sequestration of the living, is in another difficulty—this time with the choir of Beaumaris Church. The choir have hitherto occu- pied a gallery where the organ is placed, the rector desired that the choir should last Sunday take their place in the chancel, and to ensure that they should not occupy the gallery, he locke(I the entrance door. The choir, finding that they were barred out from their usual seats, left in a body, the organist, whose services are voluntary, accompanying them. The churchwardens of Llandegfan have addressed a formal complaint to the Bishop of Bangor that, whilst Llan- degfan is a parish church, and, as such, entitled to two services every Sunday, only one has been held for several months. This also formed a subject of com- plaint three years ago, and his lordship then appointed a curate, whom the rector refused to recognise, and whose presence occasioned scenes which prevailed four Sundavs. In the present instance his lordship has replied expressing his regret that the full services are not held, and declining on personal grounds to again interpose between the rector and the parishioners. TOWN COUNCIL.—The quarterly meeting was held Oil Tuesday. Present:—Aldermen Col. Hampton- Lewis, A. Laurie, E. R. Thomas, Councillors Worth, Thomas Hughes, Robert Jones, Hugh Thomas. William Hughes, J. Watkins, John Jones, Thomas Pritchard, and Capt. Williams. THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. The Finance Committee reported the receipts on ths borough account to be £ 2118 15s lOd, and the pay- ments0 to be £ 1855 lis Sd, leaving a balance of £ 263 4s 2d and on the burials account the receipts were iH18 2s 3d, and the payments £2. leaving a balance of ;CSt). The pay rents on the borough account included a precept of XL0,9 paid to the School Board. The estimated expenditure from December 15th to April 1st was £ 588 (is, and the receipts, including the balance in hand of £2G3 4s 2d, to £ 437 9s 7d, leaving a deficiency of £ 150 Gs 5d to be provided for. To meet this, it was decided to recommend a borough rate to raise £ 120- The estimated expenditure included a precept for £ •)() to the Seho >1 Boaid, payable in March.—On the motion of Alderman E. H. Th mas the report was adopted. NOT DK.VIilNO WITH S'JIIOOl, BOYS. Mr T. Hughes c died attention to a bill which had come before the coannitte > for i- ,tirin, a leasehold house, and which he had declined to pass.—AldermaD E. R. Thomas said that 't was a s'nbby action on the part of Mr Hughes to bring tile matter forward. It had taken an hour last nuht, and it was too bad that it should be agiin brought forward merely to waste the time or the Council. It was simply done out of pique, and rather than have any bother he would pay the monev—it was only 10s—out of his own pocket.— Mr T. Hug-hes thought Alderman Thomas should remember that he was not dealing with school boys, but with men who could mind their own business.— The Deputy-mayor said that there had been clearly a mistake on the part of some one, but the matter might as well drop. THE MAYOR'S GENEROSITY. Ou. the motiou of Alderman Thomas, a vote of thanks was passed to Sir R. Williams-Bulkeley (mayor), for presenting a set of flag signal for use on the pier. THE QrAKTEK SKSSIOXS QUESTION. Attention was called by Mr Hugh Thomas to the agitation which was going on for the removal of the Court of Quarter Sessions from Beaumaris to Llan- gefni, and proposed that a committee he appointed to draw up a memorial idverse to the change, for pre- sentation to the magistrates. It had been said that the county meeting, which had been held at Llan- gefni, was unanimous, but it was nothing of the kind, and he had no hesitation in saying that had the high sheriff called similar meetings elsewhere—say at Llan- erchymedd, Menai Bridge, Newborongh, or even Bryn- siencyn—these places would have been as equally unanimous as the Llangefni meeting was repre- sented to have been. It was said that there were at Llangefni suitable and commodious buildings in which the business of the county could be transacted. But where were they ? If they possessed them, why did not the Llangefni agitators hold their meetings in them, and not in the public houses, where they ap- pointed, as a deputation, persons, some of whom perhaps never served on a jury in the course of their whole lives? (hear, hear). And yet those were the sort of per.-ons who were to come to Beaumaris to make a complaint as representing the jurymen of Anglesey.—Mr W. Hughes, in seconding the motion, said that the Beaumaris people were accused of selfish- ness but were they to sit still, and, without Ian effort or a murmur of complaint, allow their ancient insti- tutions to be taken away one after the other ? It was nothing but selfishness which was at the whole root of the agitation which was being worked by two or three agitators, who met in the parlour of the Ship lIotd in Llangefni. The jurymen of Anglesey, as such, had taken no real interest in the proposed re- moval of the sessions. He could not refrain from expressing surprise at the partiality which was being exhibited by the county member (hear, hear). It was very easy for Mr Davies to attend the quarter sessions, and pulling a long face, to talk about loving Beaumaris and all its ancient associations, when it was clear that he loved Llangefni more (hear, hear, and laughter). The county prison had disappeared from Beaumaris, and Bangor, not content with possessing the coastguard station, had looked over the hedge of the vineyard, and obtained the removal of the Custom House. Why should Beaumaris remain quiet, and allow one after the other of her institutions to go elsewhere? The thanks of the inhabitants of Beaumaris were due to Colonel Hampton Lewis for having done his duty in the past, and they might feel certain that he would do it in the future (hear, hear).— Mr Robert Jones supported the motion, which was unanimously agreed to. the Deputy Mayor remarking that some strong petitions were being prepared in favour of the sessions being held alternately at Beaumaris, Llangefni and Holyhead. The proposal that the assizes should be held at Llangefni had been abandoned (hear, hear). A PROPOSAL TO REMOVF. THE COASTGUARD STATION FROM KANGOB. Mr Watkins proposed that a memorial be presented to the proper authorities asking for the removal of t'ae coastguard station from Bwigor to the lifeboat station at Penmon, where they would be of real service, as there was, at times, difficulty in manning the boat, a tailor, who had never handled an oar in his life, having made up the complement of the crew on a recent occasion. All the coastguardsmen did at Bangor was to stan(I at the end of Garth pier, and, spyglass in hand, take an occasional glance at Beaumaris and Putfin Island (laughter). If they were stationed at Penmon, the boat could be manned immediately with- out the delay of getting a crew from Beaumaris.— Captain Williams seconded the motion, which was supported by Mr Hugh Thomas, who said that the subject was mooted six or seven years ago by the late Alderman Wynne-Jones.—The Deputy Mayor said that the lifeboat authorities were very anxious for the coastguardsmen to be near the station at Penmon. They were of about as much value at Bangor as they would be on the top of Snowdoti.Nlr Watkiiis They might as well be at Llanrwst (laughter).—The motion was adopted. MISCELLANEOUS. On the motion of Mr T. Hughes, it was decided to utilise the materials of the old watch-house on the Green (presented by Sir It. Williams-Bulkeley, Bart.) in the construction of a cabmen's shelter near the disused Custom House.—A communication was read from the Board of Trade, forwarding a draft of the agreement for the use of the foreshore for the outfall of the new drainage scheme prepared by Mr Man- sergh, C.E., and stating that the acknowledgment to be paid to the Board was one amount of half a crown and not the annual payment of that amount, the same to be returned should the Corporation prove to the satisfaction of the law officers of the Crows their right to the foreshore.—A letter was read from Mr Mansergh stating that his terms for superintending the execution of the works would be 6 per cent. on the outlay, the Corporation to pay the salary of the clerk of the works. The terms, after considerable discussion. were not accepted, being considered too high. In the discussion, Mr Watkins said he adhered to his original statement, that an alternative scheme could be carried out quite as efficiently and more economically than that proposed by Mr Mansergh.

BETHESDA. THE LIBERAL ASSOCIATION.—The annual meeting of this association was held on Saturday, at the Cefn- faes Schools, under the presidency of 'the Rev. R. S. William.?.. It was reported that upwards of 200 new members had been added to the association during the last two months. The following officers for the com- ing year were elected :—Chairman, Mr W. J. Parry, Coetmor Hall, Bethesda; vice chairman, Mr Moses Kvans, Gerlan; treasurer, Mr R. O..Morris, District Ihnk; secretary, Mr GwiJyn ,Tollc, Ogwen-tei-race delegates to the County Council, Messrs W. Parry, Robert Jones (Cloth Hall), R. O. Morris, 0. Williams (Carueddi Schools), Gwilym Jones, and Rev. R,. S. Williams; executive committee, Rev. R. S. Williaiiitt, Messrs (). Williams (Carneddi), Griffith Jones (Bryn- bela), R. Jones (Lhvybrmain), W. Thomas (Cefnfaes- terracc), W. It. Kvans (Pant), Lemuel Jones (solicitor), Ellis Jones (Braxchmelyn), and John Jones (book- seller). The association now numbers over i!00.

CONWAY. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—The fortnightly incetine was held on Friday. Present Mr Thomas "Parrv fin the chair), Mr John Davies (vice-chairman). th- Rev. J. Spitithei- James, Messrs A. Borthwick, Ed. Morris I). p nil hps, John Roberts (Llandrillo), R. F. Rohrts. Ed. Roberts, John Roberts (Llangvstenin;, and T. E. Parry (clerk). Latter from the Chait-))tan.-The following letter was sent to the clerk —" Llandnllo Vicarage, Colwvn. Dec 1'th. Dear Mr Pauy, J shall feel much obliged hv your conveying to the Ginrdians my most sincere thanks for their kind vote of sympathy in the long and serious illness of my wife, who, however, I am glad to say, is now much better. As soon as circumstances will allow. I shall have much pleasure in resuming my duties as chairman of the Board.—Yours faithfully, \VM. Vi.;NABLss WILLIAMS." Scarlet Fever.-The master reported that there had been two cases of scarlet fever in the house, both patients being now convalescent. Christmas Dinner.-Thc Board decided to give the inmates the usual Christmas dinner, and it wns agreed to hold the next meeting on Wednesday, the 2 It li instant. Miscellaneous.—The Clerk reported the payment of £ 191) Is. 9d. for Denbigh county precept, the balance at the bank being £ 200.—On the Llanrhos list an applica- tion was made on behalf of a man aged 79, whose son was stated to be carrying on a good business, and to be the owner of several houses.—Mr Borthwick thought they should exercise very great care in granting out- relief, especially in a case of this nature. The ratepayers could not stand it, as there were arrears extending over seven months, the assistant-overseers having the greatest difficulty in collecting the rates.—The out-relief for the fortnight amounted to £ 145, number in the house 108, compared with 111 last year. Vagrants relieved during the fortnight 47.

DENBIGH. FELONY.—At the Police Court, on Tuesday, before Major R. LI. Williams, AldermanT. J. Williams, and E. T. Jones, Tinsell and Elizabeth Roberts were charged with stealing earthenware mugs, the property of James Doyle. The first-named defendant was sentenced to two weeks' imprisonment, and the other to a month. COCERT -On Friday evening last, the teachers of the Denbigh Church Sunday-school held their annual concert at the Drill Hall, in aid of the school funds. The hall was literally packed with an enthusiastic audience, and the number of reserved seats taken was almost unprece- dented. The platform was beautifully decorated with plants, which were kindly lent for the occasion by some friends of the cause. The programme was an unusnallv strong one, and was supported by well-known and compe- tent musicians, whose services were duly appreciated. Mrs and Miss Dora Townsend are already sufficiently well-known to need any further comment upon the manner in which they acquitted themselves, but suffice it to say they fully equalled any of their former attempts. Miss Phillips proved a great acquisition, and it is seldom a Denbigh audience have had the opportunity of listening to such a clear executant. Miss Nellie Morgan had pre- viously made herself popular with Denbigh audiences, and well sustained her reputation. Miss Nott's singing Ava-I an improvement on her former endeavours. By no means the least enjoyable were the numbers given by the Rev. E. J. Evans, while Mr T. Bartley was received with the greatest enthusiasm. Mr Thomas Jones rendered ex- cellent services, while Mr William Ed wauls and Mi- William Hughes performed the task allotted to them in a very creditable manner. The eomic element was well sustained by Kaptain Kote,' his songs being received with applause. The instrumentalists were Miss Smart, Miss Gold Edwards, the Misses Lloyd Williams (who also played a capital pianoforte solo), Miss Bradwyn, Mrs G. Hughes, and Mrs P. W. York, Dvffryn Aled. Mr R. H. Roberts, on behalf of the teachers, returned thanks to those present for their support, and after the singing of the Nationel Anthem the proceedings terminated.

HOLYHEAD. TiiorniiTRKADiN(i.—A most interesting lecture and thought-reading entertainment was given in the new Lecture Hall of the English Wesleyan Sunday School, on Friday evening last, under the precidency of the Rev. J. Crashaw, by the Rev. Frederick ITatt. of Di Isbnry, who has, for the last few months, been officiating in the absence of the Rev. Mr. Crawshaw the pastor of the English Wesleyan congregation. The hall was well filled, the audience including many of the elite of the town and neighbourhood. In the course of his lecture Mr Platt said that whenever we think very intently of a given direction in space, our minds being unprejudiced, the nerve fibres of the bodv produce definite movements in the muscular fibres, and if these indications are correctly interpreted, the whole process of thought-reading is accomplished." At the close of the lecture Mr Platt asked Lieutenant Walker, of II,M.S. Defence, to allow him to try and finrl an article which should be chosen and hidden by that officer. Lieutenant Walker readily consented, and It. Platt, being blindfolded, proceeded to make an examination of the room, holding Lieutenant Walker by the hand. After a lapse of eight minutes the search was abondoned, Mr Platt declaring that Lieutenant Walker was too stiff a subject. Being asked if any person in the room besides himself knew where the hidden article was, Lieutenant Walker answered in the negative. At the request of Mr Platt he consonted to confide his secret to some other person, and selected Admiral Mackenzie. Mr I'latt was again blindfolded, and taking Admiral Mackenzie by the hand, raised it to his forehead—for the purpose, he said, of getting what he called a motion." He at once darted off,1 down the staircase, and out of the building. Still dragging the admiral along, he pro- ceeded along Cross-street, Well-street, and Water- street into Stanley Crescent, and stopping before the house occupied by Dr. Madeley of II.M.S. Defence, pushed open the gate and entered the hall, the door of which was standing open. The doctor's family were much startled by the sudden apparition of two persons, the one an elderly gentleman, whose bald head was without a hat, scuffling with another man, who was blindfolded and also bareheaded. Fearing they were a couple of madmen they tried to eject, them, but a satisfactory explanation having been given, they, together with a crowd of persons, who iiad collected round the door, awaited the sequel, and were soon rewarded by an exclamation from Mr Platt that lie had discovered the missing article, which statement proved to be a true one. Upon a return being made to the hall, Lieutenant Walker informed I those present that he had not clearly undevstoo I that the article should be hidden in the hall, and having occasiou to visit Ur. Madeley's house, he had, before leaving and unknown to any other person, dropped « buscuit behind a picture in the lobby, because he wished to find out if the so-called thought-reading was a sham. He was pleased to find it was a reality, and congratulated the reverend gentleman on hiscleva* find (prolonged applause). Mr Piatt proceeded to give further exhibition of his ability to read the thoughts of others by correctly telling Miss Parry, Fawr, a number of figures thought of lie,- writing 1 a blackboard a word thought of bv Mr J. Hall, A.v alltran, and informing Mr W. I). Joi-ie<, Xewry-stre of the seat of an imaginary pain iu his head. "Several other experiments were tried, in all of which Mr Piatt was successful. At the close of the meeting, Admiral Mackenzie proposed a vote of thanks to Mr Platt, which was heartily responded to. The Rev. Mr Piatt is not only a successful tnought-reader, but is also an able preacher. On Sunday next he will preach a farewell sermon in the English Wesleyan chapel. During his sray in Holyhead he has formed a large circle of friends, by whom his departure will be much regretted. HIGHWAY BOARD.—A meeting of this Board was held on the 10th instant, Mr Owen Edwards. Tre- arddu. presiding. It was resolved that, in conse- quence of the r. signation of Mr T. P. Elliott. the Board should, for the present, act as its own treasurer in the person of the chairman. Mr n. L Jones (the sur- veyor) said there was no Board in existence, and there- fore the resolution would have no c.Tect. Asked by the chairman why he had caused a bridge to be erected at Tynyffrwd, without having consulted with anyone, he said he had full power to dc any work which was necessary without consulting anyone.— Mr Owen Morris, Penybryn, pointed out to him that under the old act that was the case, hut under the new act the power was vested in the B,)ard.Nl r Jones: There is no Board.—The Chairman Oil if vou take that position, Mr Jones, it will be necessary to prove to you what power the Board is posses- sed of by their appointing a surveyor to succeed vou.—Mr Jones You cannot do so until March next. I got along before I was appointed, and have no doubt I shall live after I am done with it.Ilr Jones then left the room, the minutes bei;.g recorded by Mr Owen Morris —The next day, at a public vestry meeting, Mr J. Thomas, Trefigartg, in the chair, Mr Owen Williams, Glanvgo'.s, was elected treasurer to the Highway Board. BURIAL BOARD. A public vestry meeting was ca'led on the 11th instant, j01 the purpose of tilling up the vacancies on this Board, caused by the retirement of Captain John Jones, Messrs Owen Hughes and John Ellis. There was a very meagre attendance, the only persons present being a retiring member, a candidate, and two reporters. The clerk did not put in appear- ance, and no business was d'me. IIOAT ACCIDENT.—On Wednesday evening last week, between five and six o'clock, whi'e the captain of the dandyrigged yawl Aquiline, and the cook, were puliing off to the vessel, and when about twenty yards from the slip oTle of the tholepiece broke, and before another one could be shipped, the boat drifted a con- siderable distance, and striking 11710a a rock near the lifeboat house, capsized, and th; occupants were thrown into the water. They, however; succeeded, after much risk, the M iud blowing hard at the time from a northeily ditoction, in getting ashore, and pro- ceeded to the Stanley Sailors' Home, were at once, through the kindness of Mr and Nlri Durham, pro- vided with a change of clothes, and their wet garments put to the fire to dry. They were also accommodated with beds for the night, and left next morning none the worse for the accident. The capsized boat sank, but was recovered next day. SPECIAL SESSIONS.—On Monday, before Admiral Mackenzie, two seamen named respectively John .Johnson and John Hacksen. natives of Finland, be- longing to the barque Valdivia, bound from Liverpool for Melbourne, were charged with having refused to obey orders. The vessel came into Holyhead on Wed- nesday, the 10th instant, and on the following Friday morning, on being ordered by the chief mate to turn to, the prisoners refused to do so, and continued to do so until .Monday, when they were brought up They were sent to gaol for 21 days each, with hard labour. DEBATING SOCIETY.—At the weekly meeting, held on Wednesday last, December 10th, a oaper was read by Mr Cooke, of the Holyhead British School, entitled "Vaccination, has it b.en a success or a failure; if the latter, ought not the penal or compulsory clauses to be repealed?" The chair was taken by Dr. 0. T. Williams. Mr Cooke quoted from various authorities as to the liberty of the subject, and also as to the variety of opinion among medical men as to the benefit of vaccination much less to its being compulse rily enforced. It was clearly and conclusively proved that the theory of vaccination, as propounded bv Jenner, had failed even during his life-vine and had been departed from continuously since that time. The compulsory clauses were next dealt with, both in relation to the vaccination of infants, i.ad the too frequent compulsory vaccination before admission is permitted into public offices, schools, & Mr Cooke also touched upon the number of places in which the lymph should be inserted, and sho.ved now medical men differ in their opinions, some sayirgone others two, many three or four, while one enthusiast inserted twenty-five times. Statistics were given, which tended to explode the theory that tne more marks the greater freedoai from small-pox i ttacks. The expenses of carrying out the law, statist.es as to actual cases of small-pox, injuries derived from insertion of lymph, were all dealt with, and the paper closed by enforcing that sanitation was the great preventative for small-pox and not vaccination. Messrs. Pritchard, Hall, Williams, Griffiths and M'Guire continued the debate, after which the vote was taken, seven voting for retaining the compulsory clauses, and four for their repeal. I

LLANRWST. SANITARY AUTHORITY.—At the meeting on Tues- day (Mr MTntyre presiding), it was agreed, in re- sponse to a resolution passed in vestry at Bettws-y- coed, to apply to the Local Government. Board to grant urban powers at that parish to enable them to. form by-laws for the regulation of hackney carriages. It was stated that the magistrates, police authorities, and residents were very anxious the powers should be obtained.—Three cases of scarlet fever were reported at Dolwydclelen. The inspector said Dr. Rees, medical officer, had been there. No report having been received, it was agreed to write to Dr. Rees for a report at once. PETTY SESSIONS.—Nine tradesmen, of Llanrwst, were summoned at the instance of the District High- way Board, for obstructing the footpaths by display- ing goods outside their shops. Simon Williams, draper, London House Robert Wynne, grocer W II. Williams, draper, Regent House Mrs Williams and Son, drapers, Gwydr House; Robert Jones, cooper; and T. P. Jones, grocer, were each find one shilling and costs. The cases against T. E. Pierce, draper, and William Owen, grocer, were dismissed j on the ground that the goods were on private pro- perty, and T. Harvey Griffiths, Manchester House, proved that there was no obstruction 011 the day stated. Mr n. S. Chamberlain, Llandudno, appearoa for the Board, and Mr William Davies, Rhyl, for six of the defendants—Joseph Davies, a farmer's son, Capel Garmon, was charged with setting traps to catch game on land over which Mr Hudson, Chester, has the right of shooting. Find ten shillings and has the right of shooting..Find ten and costs, and to forfeit the traps.

MENAI BRIDGE. PREFERMENT.—The Rev. James Gillart, B.A., curate has been presented by the Marquis of Anglesey t0 the living of Gentleshaw, Staffordshire, in the diocese of Lichfield, value £ 300 and a house. Mr Gillartis much liked by rich and poor at Menai Bridge, where he has | laboured most successfully for the last five years. I LOCAL BOARD,—OU Friday, the first meeting of the newly-elected Board was held, Mr Richd. Parry being the chairman pro tern. All the were present with the exception of Messrs Al^eo and W. Roberts—the latter being unwell and the former having an important engagement elsewhere. Mr H. Bulkeley Price, who had acted as the returning offi- cer, witnessed the declaration made by the members, and presented the return of expenses consequent upon the election. He made no charge himself, the total amotiiit not excee(Iiii,(, X,). Mr Parry expressed hissurpiise at finding the amount so low, it being j generally expected that, seeing so many candidates j had been iu the field, it would have reached ar least j £ 30. He proposed a vote of thanks to Mr Bulkeiey j Price for the very efficient and economical manner in I which he had conducted the election.—Dr. Prytherch I seconded the motion, which was unanimously" agreed j to.—The appointment of clerk was deferred until the next meeting, to be held on Tuesday week.—Mr I Hugh Williams, one of the members of the board, j consented to act as temporary clerk, and Mr John Morgan said that as the Parochial Committee passed out of existence that day, all documents connected with it would be delivered to Mr Williams.—For the | out of existence that day, all documents connected with it would be delivered to Mr Williams.—For the | chairmanship, Mr Algeo was proposed and seconded by Messrs John Morgan and R. Parry; Mr Huge Williams proposing and Mr John Jones seconding t 9 Rev. D. Cynfig Davies.-Nir Algeo was ultimately elected.

AT the Liverpool City Police Court, on Friday. David Erskine Jones, managing partner of the steamship Adeline Schull Company. Limited, 21, North; John- street. Liverpool, was committed for trial, but admitted to bail, on a charge of having incited one Joseph MartiH tQ cast away & certain vessel,

CARNARVON. ENGEDI LITERARY SOCrETY.-At Friday evening's meeting, an interesting discussion took place on The Propriety of Females Preaching the Gospel.' Remarks wire made by the Rev. Evan Roberts. Messrs David Jones, Llys Arfon; Griffith Owen, Dinorwig-street; Evan Jones, O. T. Roberts, New-street; Henry Owen. Pool-street J. T. Roberts, solicitor; and Captain W. J. Williams. On a division it was decided by a large majo- rity that it is not proper for women to preach. ST. DAVID", CHURCH C itoir,Tlie younger members of the above choir were entertained to a supper capitally served by Mr and Mrs Griffiths, Glanrafon Temperance House. Councillor Richard Thomas presided over an entertainment that followed, in which part was taken by the Misse.s Bradwen, the Misses Griffiths, Miss J. Griffiths Messrs Robert Pritchard, J. D. Jones, and Griffi th Griffiths, the choir being under the conductorship of Mr Rowland Hug-hes and Eos Bradwen. Miss Jano Griffiths, Gladstone House, presided at the harmonium. DRIMATIC ENTERTAINMENTS. — Dramatic entertain- ments were given at the Guildhall on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings last, under the patronage of Sir Llewelyn turner. There was a crowded house each night. The performers includell Messrs Owen Edward. J R Jones, A Dewson, R Thomaa, W Norgin, Robert Lloyd, J Ball, Thomas Ensor, William II Hope, T E Litherland, Evan Wllliiirs, Evan Evans, Evan Parrv, G S Roberts, Griffith Griffiths, Edward Lloyd, J Hughes, es, and J Lacey. Mr E R E Richardson was manager, and Mr George S Roberts had charge of the stage arrange- ments. Mr J Jarrett Roberts was the accompanist. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—At Saturday's meeting, Mr T. Thomas presiding, the chairman, on the exami- nation of the relief lists, called attention to the case of a woman living in Llanidan parish, in the Angle- sey district of the union, who was returned as being 93 years of age. The district relieving officer ,-aid that the age, so far as could be ascertained, was cor- rectly given, and the old lady always presented her- self at the relief station. There was in (Triino" parish a pauper whose age was returned at 10), and in the union there were several who had seen their 70th birthday. Mr Hugh Thomas called attention to the new basis of county rate which had been adopted in Anglesey, and said that many ratepayers were of opinion that it was not equitable. There were five parishes in Anglesey which were connected with the union, and it would be a great convenience if the clerk would kindly give his assistance ill seeill" ( that they were properly dealt by. Mr W. Jones, Mr R Owen, and other representatives of Anglesey parishes also expressing a wish that assistance should be<nven, the clerk (Mr J. H. Thomas) expressed his readiness to afford every information and assistance. ()ut-re- lief for the fortnight, XP,85 l!ls 7d; non-settled poor £2.5 13s 8d; treasurer's balance, £11 U; inmates of the workhouse. 82, being the same number as last year; vagrants during the fortnight, :31. The Clerk explained that the balance to the credit of the union was low, owing to the payment of the precept for the Carnarvon c?uuty and police rates, < COUNTY MAGISTRATES' COURT.-Oil Saturday, be- fore Mr Whitehead and other magistrates, William Jones and David Jones, Tyddynwerglodd, Penygroes, were summoned for assaulting John Griffith Griffiths, a quarryman. Mr Allanson, who was for the defen- dants, suggested that all parties should be bound over to keep the peace, and after one witness, a ser- geant of the police, had been examined for the de- fence, this course was adopted.—Owen Williams, farmer, Talyllyn, Groston, was summoned for unlaw- fully and maliciously shooting a fox terrier belonging to Miss Ann Price-Griffith, of Trefan. Mr George Thomas prosecuted. The dog, which was described as a pet animal, was seen on the defendant's land chasing some sheep. Two days later he shot it on a field adjoining his farm, and sent the collar to the complainant. Mr J. T. Roberts, who appeared for the defendant, contended that the case must fall through, there being no proof of ownership. Mr Thomas con- tended that the sending of the dog's collar to the complainant was strong presumptive evidence that the defendant was well aware to whom the dog be- longed. Mr Roberts then submitted that the shoot- ing was not malicious, although there might be grounds for a county court action to recover the value of the dog. He further contended that the de- fendant acted strictly within his rights in shooting the dog, there having been frequent complaints about its chasing sheep. The summons was dismissed.— William Morris Williams, for whom Mr II. Lloyd Carter appeared, was summoned for trespassing in pursuit of game on lands in the occupation of Mr Matthew Wilson. Mr George Thomas, who prose- cuted, called Mr Wilson, who said that, although no sportsman himself, other parties to whom he had given a day's shooting complained that they could find no game, although the place used to be a favourite resort of sportsmen, the earliest grouse of the season being generally found there. It was stated that the defendant, who is employed at the Alexandra slate quarry, was in the habit of taking his gun under his arm when going to and returning from work but in the present instance it was contended that lie had taken it to the quarry merely for the purpose of hav- ing it repaired. A fine of 50s, including costs, was imposed. THE COXSERVATIVKS.—At the Royal Hotel. Car- narvon, oil Saturday, a general meeting of the Con- servative party in Carnarvonshire was held, under the presidency of the Hon. G. Douglas-Pennant. The work done by tho association during the pest year formed the subject of a lengthy report, which alij;) stated that the finances were in a healthy condition. Air Pennant was re-elected president of the associa- tion for the ensuing year, and a vote ef thanks was accorded to him for his past services.