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(Dflmal, Sept, &t. 1 Ia the Matter of the LIGHT RAILWAYS 1 ACT, 1896, and in the Matter of the PORTMADOC BEDDG ELERT and RHYD-DDU LIGHT RAILWAY. "VT OTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER -i-^l GIVEN that application is intended to be made to the Light Railway Commis- sioners for an Order authorising a light rail- way or railways from Portmadoc to Bedd- geQmt (hereinafter called "Railway No. 1.") and from Beddgelert to Rhyd-ddu (herein- after called "Railway No. 2") with all pro- pdf stations siding approaches and works connected therewith. To authorise the ap- plicants to traverse cross alter or divert or adopt and use any Railways tram- ways roads streets footpaths canals rivers streams sewers or other works as they find necessary or convenient for the working of the Railway and to take such of the lands delineated on the plans and described in the Hook of Reference as may be necessary or convenient for the purposes of the said in- tended Railway and works. To authorise the applicants to purchase or acquire the powers granted to the Croesor and Portmadoc Railway Company by the Porfcmadbc CJroesor and Beddgelert Tram. Railway Act 1879, and to incorporate so much of the Railway and works made or acquired by the said Company in pursuance of such Act as part of the present applicants scheme as is shown on the said plans and books of reference (hereinafter called Rail- ways Nos. 1, 3 and 4). The intended "Railway No. 1" will com- mence in the parish of Ynyseynhaiarn in the County of Carnarvon at a point on the bed r of the old Gorseddau Railway 87 feet in an I easterly direction measured from the main entrance of the Queen's Hotel Portmadoc in the County of Carnarvon aforesaid the pro- perty of Major John Edward Fitzmaurice Hughes Roche and in his occupation and will terminate on the boundary between the fiekis the property of George Banner, Esq., in the occupation of Mrs Maggie Louisa Knight in the parish of Beddgelert in the County of Carnarvon at a point 140 feet north west from the north westerly corner of a Water Reservoir numbered 380 on the 25 inch Ordnance Map in the same parish and county and which intended Railway will pass from through or into the several par- I ishes) of Ynyscynhaiam Dolbenmaen and Beddgelert all in the County of Carnarvon I and Llanfrothen in the County of Merion- eth. I The proposed line No. 1 will proceed from its point of commencement as described as aforesaid, in a. north easterly direction through lands the property of the said Major J. E. F. H. Roche and will run paral- lel to the present line of the Cambrian Rail- ways Company and will run adjacent to the last mentioned Company's siding up to the road leading from the Portmadoc and Bedd- gelert high road' in the parish of Ynyscyn- ftaiarn towards the Traeth and will then join the present Croesor Railway and will thence proceed in a northerly direction along the present line of the Portmadoc Croesor and Beddgelert Railway up to a point an the said railway in the parish of Llanfrothen in the County of Merioneth about 580 yards inj a northerly direction from a road crossing the said Croesor Railway and leading from Garreg to Ynyslfor in the said parish of Iiliaiufrothen in the County of Merioneth. The said railway will then leave the said Croesor Railway and will proceed in a westerly direction through lands the pro- perty of John Jones Esq. crossing the river DyEf from the parish of Llanfrothen I and County of Merioneth to the Parish of Beddgelert and County of Carnarvon and proceeding in the, same direction through lands belonging to the representatives of the late S. P. W. Priestley Esq. deceased, and Major J. E. F. H. Roche and will cross the public road leading from Aberglaslyn Bridge to Penrhyndeudraeth at a point 60 feet measured in a north westerly direction from the north western corner of the cow house -in a field adjoining the said road number 398 on the 26 inch Ordnance Map of the said parish of Beddgelert and will then pro- ceed in a north westerly direction through frndai the property of the representatives of the said S. P. W. Priestley Esq. deceased and will cross the old road leading from the said Aberglaslyn Bridge to the village of Nantmor in the County of Carnarvon at a point 190 feet (measured in a southerly direc- tion from the south east corner of Gelli'r-yn- Isaf farm house Nantmor aforesaid and will then proceed through lands belonging to the representatives of the said S. P. W. Priest- ley Esq. deceased and Lord Harlech and will' then cross the river Glaslyn in' the said parish of Beddgelert and will then pro- ceed in a. north westerly direction through lands the property of the said George Ban- ner Esq. and will cross the public road lead- ing from Portmadoc to Beddgelert at a point 600 feet measured in a south easterly direction from the south east corner of the disused building formerly used in connec- tion with the copper mine near Bryn-y-felin and will then proceed on the west side of the last mentioned road in a northerly direc- tion through lands of the said George Ban- ner Esq. to the said terminus of the line at "Rftddcelert aforesaid. The intended Railway No. 2 will com- ) mence in the Parish of Beddgelert in the County of Carnarvon by a junction with the above mentioned Railway No. 1 at the said terminus and will terminate by a junction with the North Wales Narrow Gauge Rail- way Company at Rhyd-ddu Station and will run wholly through the said parish of Bedd. gelert in the said County of Carnarvon. The proposed line No. 2 will proceed from its i junction as aforesaid wiith the said Railway No. 1 in a north westerly direction through lands the property of the said George Ban- ner Esq. Charles Dorman Esq. and Llew- elyn E. R. Parry, Esq. and will cross a public road leading to Dolbenmaen from the high road between Beddigelert, and Rhyd- ddu at a point 140 feet if measured in a rwirtli westerly direction from the north west ZZ ofPont Caergors and will then pro- ceed through lands belonging to the said 7 Llewelyn E. R. Parry, Esq. William Pierce, Esq. and Mrs Margaret Roberts and will eroL the public road leading JJom B«id- ffelert to Rhyd-ddu at a point 480 feet measured in a south easterly the south corner of Rhyd-ddu Stati ingg and will then proceed throu0 belonging to Sir Edward William Catkin Baronet to its said terminus at tho station of the North Wales Narrow Gauge Railway Conroanv. The intended Railway No. 3 will com- mence in tbJe said Parish of Ynyscynhaiarn. by a Junction with the Festiniog Railway siding at Portmadoc at a point 132 feet measured! in a North Easterly direction from the North Western Corner of Mes- sieurs Gneaves and, Company's office and will terminate by a Junction with Railway No. 1 at a point near the road leading from the Portmadoc and) Beddgelert High Road to the Traeth at Penmount in the said Par- ish of Ynyscynhaiarn. The intended Rail- way No. 3 will proceed in a Northeasterly direction crossing High Street, Madoc Street, and Snowdon Street Portmadoc and the Cambrian Railway its route being on tlhe existing Tram Railway the property of the Oroesor and Portmadoc Railway Com- pauyv The intended) Railway No. 4 will com- mence by a Juinction with Railway No. 1 in the Parish of Llanfrothen in the County of Merioneth at a point 580 yardis measured in a Northerly direction from the before mientMoed. Road which crosses the said Croesor Railway from Garreg to Ynysfor aforesaid and! will terminate by a Junction at the bottom of the 1st incline of the said "(Jroesor Railway on Pare Farm in the said Parish of Llanfrothen. The intended Rail- I way No. 4 will pass in a Northerly direction l' over the main road leading from Beddgelert to Tany,bwlch on the existing Tram Railway the property of the said Croesor and Port- madoc Railway Company. The description of the lands proposed to be taken for the purposes of the said Rail- way or Railways with the quantities and! the purpose are set out in tlhe schedule at the foot thereof. The guage of the, proposed Railway or Railways will be 1 foot 11 1 2 inches and the motive power steam. A plan of the proposed works and the Lands proposed to be taken and a. bodli of reference to the plan and a section of the proposed works may be seem and a copy of die Draft Order obtained on payment of Is at the Offices of Messieurs) Breese and George, Solicitors to the Promoters, 103, High Street, Portmadoc. Objections to the proposed scheme should be madle to the Light. Railway Commission- ers addressed on foolscap paper (written on one side only) to The Secretary, Light Railway Commission, 23, Great George Street, London, S.W. The Schedule before referred to of the lands proposed t-o be taken:- Quan. I County. Parish. tity. Purpose. Railway No. 1 /1.. r. p Carnarvon Ynyscynhanrn 5 0 18 Construction of Railway including i Stations. Carnarvon Dolbenmaen 3 1 4 Construction of Railway including Stations. Merioneth Llanfrothen 7 2 5jConstruction of Railway including Stations. Carnarvon Beddgelert 12 1 OjOoi'Straction of Railway including j Station, 28 0 27 Railway No. 2 Carnarvon Beddgelert 17 0 0 Construction of Railway including Station. Railway No. 3 Cam arvon!Ynyscynhaiarn 2 2 19 Maintenance of Railway. !Railway No. 4 Merioneth iLlanfrothen 2 2 35|Maintenanc8 of Railway. j Total.. 50 2 Ij Dated this 21st day df April, 1808. J. W. WYATT, Chairman. RICHARD DA VIES, Vice-Ohairman. BREESE and GEORGE, Solicitors, Portmadoc. THOMAS ROBERTS and SON, En- gineers, Portmadoc. ALBERT G. H. BROMWICH, Sec- retary.
CARNARVONSHIRE JOINTI POLICE…
CARNARVONSHIRE JOINT I POLICE COMMITTEE. SOME PLAIN SPEAKING. MAGISTRATES TOO LENIENT: POLICE INDIFFERENT. THE FORCE TO BE STRENGTHENED. The first meeting of the newly con- stituted police committee ;for Carnarvon- shire met on Thursday, when there were present: Sir Hvjgh Ellis-Nanney, Bart., Colonel Platt, Colonel Wynn Finch, Cap- tain Stewart, Captain Wynn Griffith, Messrs D. P. Williams, J. E. Greaves, R. M. Greaves, H. Kneeshaw, J. Jonest- Morris, R. Thomas, W. Anthony, Edward Jones, W. A. Darbishire, J. R. Pritchard, R. Hughes, George Brymer, R. O. Jonep, W. Jones, J. J. Evans, E. H. Owen, C. H. Darbishire, John Hughes, and W. Evansi (Llandudno), together with Mr J. H. Bodvel-Roberts (clerk), and Colonial Ruck (chief-constable). Ruck (chief-constable). THE NEW CHAIRMAN. Captain Stewart, who presided over the first part of the meeting, said that last year he was appointed to the chair on the mo- tion) of two political opponents, a compli- ment which he greatly appreciated, and which lie thought should be reciprocated. The committee as they knew was composed of two distinct bodies—one representing the County Council and the other, the magi- strates and he thought it was founded on good principles that the chairman should be elected alternately from the two bodies. He had, therefore, great pleasure in pro- posing Mr D. P. Williams to the chair.— Mr J. Jones-Morris seconded the motion, which was unanimously agreed to.—Mr R. Thomas then proposed a vote of thanks to the retiring chairman for the able manner in which he had filled the office during the past year.—Mr J. R. Pritchard seconded, and the motion was agreed to. Both the old and, new chairmen briefly returned thanks. THE CHIEF-CONSTABLE S REPORT. Col. Ruck, the chief-constable, presented his quarterly report, which showed that during the past quarter there had been a decrease in the indictable offences, and an increase in the non-indictable offences. The decrease was due. to the smaller num- ber of simple larcenies, while the increase II was principally attributable to the greater number of assaults on constables (chiefly in the Carnarvon division), drunkenness, and begging. The number of tramps relieved during the past quarter was 1152, as com- pared with 632, in the corresponding quar- ter last year. Number brought up for beg- ging, 24; convicted, 17; discharged, 7. The value of property stolen was J3155 Is 10d, of which 21%1 2s 2cl was recovered. ) Five publicans were proceeded against, for selling to a drunken person, three for per- mitting drunkenness, and one for opening I during prohibited hours, of whom fourwe-re convicted and one dismissed. There had been no changes in rank during the quar- ter, but the strength of the force had been increased by one constable, in accordance with the resolution passed at the last meet- ing, and subsequently .sanctioned by the Home Office. GRAVE COMPLAINTS. Mr J. R. Pritchard called attention to the great increase in the assaults upon the police, especially in the Carnarvon division, and said he did not know who was to blame, but this crime as well as drunken- ness was greatly on the increase, and had been for many months. Last Easter Mon- day he saw more drunkenness in the town than ever he did, and yet on the following morning there was only one case before the magistrates. Only last Saturday night a most shocking affair occurred, of which the police knew nothing about. A man came out in a public street—one of the most public places in Carnarvon,-nand a car hap- pened to pass 'by. The driver of the car came down together with the four oc- cupants. They kicked the man referred to, then went into the carriage and drove away. Not one of them had been appre- hended yet, and the affair occurred in the most public street. Last Sunday, nine drunken people were seen in the streets of Carnarvon. He did not know the reason why these men were not: taken up. He maintained that one of the reasons for this was that the man who looked after the police—1 Superintendent HaITi.wa.s con- fined by the police committee, and kept in an out of the way corner of the town. The late superintendent lived in another part of the town, and had to walk about to go to the police office, so that he was bound to see what was going on. There, were many good men in the police force in Car- narvon, and some of them tried to do their duty, but the discipline did not appear to he the same as it used to be. In the past they did not find the constables standing at street corners, talking with their friends from the country as they did nowadays. If constables talked and stood about the streets in that way they could not be ex- pected to keep an eye upon evil doers and prevent disorderly conduct. Again, there were several young and inexperienced men in the force, who, perhaps, did not like to interfere with these ruffians, because great crowds immediately gathered and attacked the police. He mentioned to the chief- constable, the other day, about the attacks made upon the police, and said he believed it was his duty to engage legal assistance to prosecute. If the police brought a. case to the court, and pressed it, it was said that they unduly pressed it, and if they called evidence before the bench that a serious assault had been made, the police were charged with being vindictive. As long as this crime was on the increase in the bor- ough, he believed that it was the duty of the chief-constable to engage legal as- sistance for his inferior officers, for there were very numerous cases of unprovoked assaults. Another reason was that the police did not take sufficient notice of people under the influence of drink. He did not know what their instructions were; but he thought that if these people who harassed peaceable citizens were taken up it would do a great deal of good. Carnar- von had become a byeword as a drunken place and this matter should receive their very serious, consideration.—Colonel Ruck said that the police at Carnarvon'tried to do their duty a. well as in any other part. of the county. But he had no doubt that these crimes were on the increase. There was a large number of people in the town on Easter Monday, but the instructions to the police were not to interfere with drunkards unless they behaved in a disorderly man- ner.The Chairman hoped the chief-con- stable would give the matter his attention. —'Col. Ruck said that with regard to the standing about and gossipping it should be remembered that a small country town like Carnarvon was not like a big town, and it was only natural that the police should have an occasional talk with friends. Yet it was a practice which ought to be dis- couraged. A TIP TO LICENSED VICTUALLERS, Mr Edward Jones called attention to the great disparity between the number of per- sons proceeded against for being drunk, and the number of publicans prosecuted for sel- ling drink to drunken persons. There was reason to fear that the magistrates were too lenient in this matter, but the committee should see that the police did their duty. He could not give the police much credit for tthis record, but perhaps the officers were not supported as they ought to be by the magistrates. This was not the first time for him to call attention to the same subject; and when last he raised it lie was told that the magistrates found it was. a difficult thing to convict.—The Chairman Youi mean that the disparity is unreason- able.—Mr Edward Jones: Ye-s.—The Chief- const,a,ble. said that the police in this county were more successful than in almost any county in the Kingdom in these matters, for they brought forward more cases in proportion to the population and the num- ber of public-houses than any other county, but at the same time it was an extremely difficult thing to make the seller of drink responsible for the drunkenness of people who became drunk. However, he would impress upon the force the desirability of making every possible effort to bring these people to book. THE PENMAENMAWR SOCIAL CLUB. Mr John Hughes called attention to the successful prosecution of this club, which had not been recorded in the report of the chief-constable, possibly, ibecause he was too modest to do so. However, it was of such great importance that it ought to be recorded, and the committee should con- gratulate itself upon the result, and com- pliment the chairman of the justices of the Conway division for inflicting the maximum penalty.—Mr Jones-Morris moved, that in view of the conviction of the Social Club at PenmaenmawT. it be an instruction to the police in different parts of the county to exercise the same vigilance, in order to bring similar wrong doers to justice. In that war the matter would be properly re- corded.—Mr H. Ivneeshaw seconded, and said he hoped this would check the turning into clubs of public-houses whose licenses had been taken away.—Mr J. R. Pritchard thought the thanks of the county was due to Mr C. H. Darbishire for so persistently bringing the matter forward.—Col. Ruck said that he had intended asking the com- mittee to reward the officer who had been the means of proving the prosecution, but since the excise people intended to do so he did not think it wouJd be necessary.— The motion was then put to the meeting and carried. INSPECTORS FOR LLANDUDNO. Col. Ruck said he had received applica- I tions for two of the constables to act at Llandudno during the season as inspectors of bye-laws, to be paid by the district coun- II cil.—Permission was granted. THE PROPOSED NEW STATION FOR CARNARVON. Mr W. A. Darbishire reported that the sub-committee appointed to deal with this matter had not yet come to a decision, but the question my between two schemes-one to 'build a single separate set of offices, which would cost £3000, and the other to spend B1500 in order to have a charge- room, cells, and a resi(lience, for a sergeant in the centre of the towm, and improve the present house clf the superintendent. There was a difference of opinion on the matter, but the majority of the committee were in favour of the larger scheme if a suitable site could be provided. They had found a difficulty in fixing upon a site, but four places had been considered, namely, the Palace-court, where some old houses might be pulled down; Pen'rallt, near the Institute; Porthyraur, and the old College. -The report was received, and a hope ex- pressed that a complete scheme would be brought up at the next meet:ng. IMORE POLICE WASTED. The question of providing additional police for Llandudno during the summer months was again brought forward, and it was resolved, on the motion of Mr R. Hughes, seconded by Mr R. M. Greaves, that one additional policeman be added to the force.—Then the question arose what part of the county should he deprived of men, in order that others might be drafted, it being understood that altogether during the summer there would be four extra men at Llandudno.—CoL Ruck remarked that he could ill spare any of them.—Captain Wynn Griffith their brought up the case of Portdinorwic, which, he said, was now full of men of a very mixed character, some of them burglars, convicts, and ticket of leave men, who worked at the new doek. These had become a terror to the neighbourhood, and women especially were often attacked on the high,way between Carnarvon and Portdinorwic. They had a very good con- stable at Portdinorwic, but he was often called away, and the place was for hours unprotected. Something ought to be done to protect the place.—Col. Ruck explained that the road was being patrolled pretty regularly between Carnarvon and Port- dinorwiic by other policemen.—Captain Wynn Griffith proposed that an additional constable be provided for Portdinorwic, and Mr John Hughes seconded. — Sir Hugh Ellis-Nanney thought that under such cir- cumstances th-ero stfiould be a constable constantly within call.—Mr .T. R. Pritchard said that although generally he was against increasing the force, he could not help thinking at an additional man was very much needed at Portdinorwic.—(Mr J. E. Greaves suggested that the new man they had just added to the force for Llandudno be stationed for the first two months at Portdinorwic.—This wa-s agreed to.—Mr J. J. Evans gave notice that he would ask at the next meeting that an additional officer be appointed for Penygroea—Col. Piatt gave notice that at the next meeting he would move that accommodation be pro- vided at Llanfairfechan for the temporary detention of prisoners. THE LLANDUDNO POLICE. A letter was read from the Secretary of State approving of the addition of one con- stable to the force to be located at Llan- dudno.—There was also a letter from the- Urban District Council of Llandudno ap- plying for an inspector of police to be ap- pointed for Llandudno.—Mr J. E. Greaves asked if this question had not been thoroughly thrashed out at the last meeting of the committee.—.The- Clerk explained that this was quite a different request. They now wanted to be made into a differ- ent district, quite independent of Conway. —Mr R. Hughes thought the matter had already been pretty well discussed, and moved that it b- allowed to remain en the table.—Mr J. E. Greaves seconded, and it was airreedf to. I = TENDERS. I Mr J. R. Pritchard, in .submitting the report of the audit committee, stated that the following tenders had! (been accepted: Coal, Mr H. L. Jones, Portmadoc, and Messrs Owen Evans and! Son, for otner parts of the county; car hire, Carnarvon division, Mr Armstrong; Bangor, Mr J. Owen; Pwllheli, Mr John Evans; Bettws- ycoed, Mr A. Evans, Glanaber Hotel, and Conway. Mr Thomas Roberts.* These were accepted. CARNARVON POLICE STATION AGAIN. Mr J. R. Pritahlard further observed that a sum of JSIO had been incurred in the preparation of the room below for the police officers of Carnarvon; and yet he believed it was quite unhealthy and unfit for occupation.—Mr Greaves asked who gave the order.—'Col. Ruck We (have been turned out of the Guild Hall, and had to go away.—Mr Greaves: Turned out! By wlliom ? — Mr J. R. Pritchard: By the county magistratoo who require a new stairway betfore they license the Guild Hall (laughter). THE FINANCE COMMITTEE. On the motion of Mr Jones-Morris, the fallowing gentlemen were appointed sub- committee of finance to the police com- mittee, namely :—Messrs J. R. Pritchard, R. O. Jones, George Brymer, E. H. Owen, and W. Jones.
THE BUDGET.
THE BUDGET. On Thursday. Sir Michael Hicks-Beach made- his Budget statemeait. The 'revenue I returns bore witness to the increased' pros- perity of the country. The total revenue received during the year, including the sum I paid' to local taxation account, amounted to L116,016,000, compared with £ 112,199,000. Estimate was exceeded by £ 3,570,000. The death. duties had yielded JE:15,328,000, com- pared with £13,965,000. Income tax had produced £ 17,050,000, compared with £ 16,650,000. The National Debt had been reduced by £ 6,606,000. He proposed that the income tax should remain as at present on incomes- nap to £400. Ce-rtain abate- ments would! be proposed on incomes be" tween £400 and B700. A slight reduction in the tobacco duty would also be proposed.
OUTBREAK OF WAR.
OUTBREAK OF WAR. Diplomatic rAation^hipa between the Un- ited States and Spain have now been com- pletely broken, off. At Washington, on Thursday, an official statement was made from which it appears, in addition) to the fact of Senor de Be'rnabe, Spanish Ambassa- dor at Washington, asking for his passports, that General Woodford, American Ambassa- dor at Madridi, was instructed to communi- ) catEl the President's ultimatum to Spain im- mediately on its receipt. This document gave Spain until noon on Saturday to com- ply with the United States demands by evacuating Cuba. Before General Wood- ford could carry out his instructions, how- ever, he was notified by the Spanish For- eign Minister that diplomatic relations had been broken off. Accordingly, he made ar- rangement to leave Madrid at once. Hos- tilities have actually commenced, for the American North Atlantic squadron has sailed from New York to establish an imme- diate blockade of Havana. Little is known of the Spanish movements and' plans.
¡SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.
¡ SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. CARNARVON. ARRIVED.—Prince Ja Ja s.s., Captain Evans, from Liverpool;, Christiana s.s., Griffiths, do.; Adelaide s.s., Elias, do.; Llysfaen s.s., Roberts, do. Miss Beck, Williams, Portdinorwic Frances, Williams, Porta Ferry; Margaret and Ann, Parry, Millford; Ann, Williams, Belfast; Hector, Thomas, Runcorn.. SAILED.—Prince Ja Ja s.s., Captain Evans, for Liverpool; Christiana s.s., Grif- fiths, do. Adelaide s.s., Elias, do. Lady Fielding, Pritchard, Silloth; Marquis of Anglesey, Parry, Southampton; Kestrel, Storey, Hamburg; Curley, Roberts, Dou- glas; Hope, Jones, Portdinorwic; Dorothea, Roberts, Carmarthen; Charming Nancy, Harris. Haverfordwest. PORTMADOC. ARRIVED.-Dovey Belle, Captain James, from Dublin; Mary Ashburner, Hughes, Amlwch; Rebecca s.s., Roberts L^erP°?^ Desdemona, Evans, Douglas; Janet, John- ston, Ward, Waterford; John and Margaret, Hughes, Ballyhack; Brothers, ^vies Aberaeron; Edith Eleanor, Price, Dublin, Annie Llovd, Roberts, Bristol, A. 1., Thomas, Cardiff; Jessamine, Maynard, Bute; W. D. Potts, Jones, Pwllheli; Julianne, Christiansen, do. SAILED.—Elizabeth Pnchard, Captain Prichard. for Harburg; Rose of Torridge, Evans, do. Minna Elkan, Roberts, New- castle; William Jones, Jones, Aberdeen; Belt, Jones, Portsmouth; Laura, Roberts, Cardiff; Elizabeth Davies, Jones, do. My Lady, Johns. Waterford; Esperanza, Croker, Southampton; Rebecca, s.s., Roberts, Liver- pool. h
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The Glen-Spey ard Strathmill Distilleries, situated in the finest Whisky-producing district of Scotland, are the property of W. and A. Gilbev, Ltd. These Whiskies are kept absolutely unblended in Her Majesty s Warehouse to mature, and are sold hy W. and A. Gilbey's agents in every town at 3s 6d per bottle.—Advt. c332r98nmE
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There is one advantage about potato cultivation that should not be overlooked. It is that the demand for early potatoes is unlimited. It is no use to throw them on the market when the season is half over and then expect fancy prices; but it the tubers are planted early and only "early" sorts grown, and a little care is taken to protect the young plants from night frosts, there is no reason why the farmer should not find it pay him handsomely. It is an experiment well worth trying. Potato planting has now been pretty general. But April is much too late to my thinking.
CALVIN I STIC METHODISM.i
CALVIN I STIC METHODISM. QUARTERLY ASSOCIATION AT LLAX- FYLLIN. The Quarterly Association of the Welsh Calvinistic Methodists of North Wales was held at Llanfyllin, Montgomeryshire, on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, of this week. There was a very large attendance of delegates from all parts of North Wales. The inhabitants accorded them a hearty wel- come, all the denominations banding together in preparing for their reception. Among others present were the Rev Francis Jones, Abergele, moderator; the Rev Evan Jones, Carnarvon, ex-moderator Revs Daniel Row- lands, M.A., Bangor; W..James, Manchester; Evan Jones, B.A., Llansmt- ffraid; T. J. Wheldon, B.A., Bangor; N. Cynhafal Jones, D.D., Colwyn Bay, previous moderators; Rev John Williams, B.A., Dol- gelley, secretary; Frincipal T. C. Edwards, Biila Theological College. WEDNESDAY. The first general meeting was held at the Methodist Chapel, under the presidency of the Rev Evan Jones, Carnarvon. THE GENERAL COMMITTEE'S REPORT. I This report included a vote of sympathy with Mr Gladstone in his illness, and resolu- tions dealing with the question of doing away with the attendance of the registrar at wed- dings in Nonconformist churches; and a Sunday Closing Act for England. The report was adopted, on the motion of Mr E. Grif- fith, seconded by the Rev W. Thomas, Lian- rwst. THE NEXT ASSEMBLY. It was resolved that the next Quarterly Assembly be held at Holywell in June, when 19 young candidates for ordination at the following Assembly will be expected to be present. THE BALA PREPARATORY SCHOOL. The Rev O. M. Jones called attention to a suggestion made by the Flint Monthly Meeting that inasmuch as the Bala College fund was now complete, the college com- mittee could in future dispense with the fee now charged for instruction at the Prepara- tory School. Considerable discussion ensued, some of the speakers expressing an opinion that the committee's finances were not yet in such a condition as would make it possible for them to do what was suggested. Finally, it was resolved, on the motion of the Rev J. P. Davies, M.A., Chester, that the matter be referred to the careful consideration of the college committee, who would be expect- ed to report. SOCIAL PURITY. The West "Merioneth Monthly Meeting urged that the General Assembly provide literature dealing with social purity. On the motion of the secretary, the Rev J. Wil- liams, seconded by Mr Evan Jones, Bala, the suggestion was adopted. AN ARCHITECT FOR THE CON- NEXION. The Lancashire Presbytery recommended that an architect be engaged to prepare all the plans for buildings erected by the con- nexion. Several of the members strongly favoured the idea, and it was decided that the matter be referred to the various Month- ly Meetings of the district. DATES OF EXAMINATIONS. The Lancashire Presbytery asked that the examination of candidates for the ministry be held earlier than at present.—The Rev D. Manucl proposed that this be done.- The Rev R. H Morgan, M.A., seconded.— The Revs J. Williams, Prince's-road, Liver- pool, and W. James, B.A., Manchester, however, opposed the motion on the ground that the change would lead to inequality. A division was taken and a majority voted for adhering to tho present arrangements. THE BALA COLLEGE HEBREW PRO- FESSORSHIP. The subject which attracted the greatest attention of the Assembly was the appoint- ment of Hebrew Professor for Bala Theo- logical College. A» has already been re- ported in our columns the general committee had appointed Mr W. B. Stevenson, M.A., B.D., Assist. Professor of Semitic Lan- guages at the Edinburgh University, co the vacant Hebrew chair at the Bala Theological College. The appointment was, however, subject to the confirmation of the Llanfyllin Association. The committee had appointed the following a deputation to be present at the Assembly to submit their decision for confirrllation :-Mr J. R. Davies, J.P., Ceris; the Rev Principal T. C. Edwards, D.D., Bala; and the Revs Evan Jones, Carnarvon; William James, B.A., Man- chester; and Owen Jones, B.A., Llansant- fraid.-The committee report had been printed and handed round to all the dele- gates, and was, therefore, taken as having been read. The Rev R. H. Morgan, M.A., said the actions of the committee had been strongly criticised in the newspapers and elsewhere. In some of the papers, it had been sug- gested that he had written on the matter; but he wished it to be clearly understood that he had not written a single line (ap- plause). If there was any inconsistency, it was due to the rule and not to any action of the 'committee. Principal Edwards then rose, and was given a hearty reception. He, however, handed his report dealing with the appoint- ment to the secretary, who read it to the meeting. It ran as follows: —I knew nothing of Mr Stevenson prior to his appli- cation, though I knew the other two well. Mr Thomas had assisted with his know- ledge of Hebrew, and Mr Williams was an old student;, but. Mr Stevenson wa1 a perfect stranger to me. It is clear, therefore, that I was not influenced throughout the whole business except by the excellence of the testimonials. This excellence is shown by the report of the committee of selection. For instance, Mr Stevenson has been As&ist. Professor of Hebrew at Edinburgh Univer- sity, has translated Dillmanon's work on j Genesis. He has travelled in the East. Professor Chatars, Edinburgh, bears testi- mony in his testimonial to Mr Stevenson's knowledge of Greek. Dr Davidson speaks of his enthusiasm for Hebrew, and h's eager- ness to get at the root of the matter he may be dealing with. Dr Hastie speaks of his conscientiousness and his reverend tone of mind. Mr Stevenson is proficient in Hebrew, Arabic, Syriac, and German, and he will un- doubtedly take his place as an authority on his subject in the eyes of the students, while the students of the national colleges may confidently feel that in coming to Bala they are sitting under a man possessing a thorough kuowledge of the language of the Old Testa- ments. All this shows the excellence of MN Stevenson's testimonials. The next question to be considered is, Is there anything in Mr Stevenson's actions manifesting an ir-rehgious 1 15 spirit? To the contrary; he has been ex- ceedingly active in delivering religious ad- dresses to the students at Edinburgh, a fact testified to by several of his colleagues. One of these speaks of his deep sympathy with young students, of his hearty enthusi- asm, "and of the purity, sweetness, and modesty of his character. The next ques- tion is that of his religious denomination. He describes himself as "a member of the Established Presbyterian Church of Scot- land." I emphasise the word Presbyterian. Mr Stevenson is not to be regarded as a member of the Church of England, and it i < not fair to describe him as a Churchman. The Presbyterian Church of Scotland is as Calvinistic as are the Welsh Methodists. The last question we had to consider was, Is there anything against our appointing a Scotsman on the staff at Bala? In the first place, it should be remembered that the committee had not restricted the appoint- ment to C.M.'s, and on this point they are absolutely unanimous. It is not fair, there- fore, to oppose Mr Stevenson on this ground. In addition to this, Scotsmen have appointed a Welshman to the chair of Moral Philosophy at Glasgow University and the question comes to this Is there any differ- ence between the work of Welshmen ap- pointing a Scotsman to teach Hebrew and that of Scotsmen in appointing a Welshman to lecture on Philosophy? Some may con- tend that there is some difference between lecturing on Philosophy and Hebrew. But can they point out anything unsatisfactory in Mr Stevenson respecting the subject he has to lecture ujion which might not be said of his fellow candidates ? If they can do so I shall be prepared to give my vote in favour of the two Welshmen, for I do not hesitate to say that the fact of their being Welsh is a recommendation in my sight. But the superiority of Mr Stevenson is so marked, as may be seen from the testi- monials, that I am compelled to support him, though I am as patriotic a Welshman as any of you. I do not believe in the cry of Wales for the Welshmen. On the con- trary, I am of opinion that the wider we make our country and college the better it will be for Wales and the Welsh, and that anything in the way of restriction is really an injustice to Wales. The reading of the report was followed by prolonged applause. The Moderator then remarked that they were all pleased to see the Principal in their midst (applause). Mr J. R. Davies, J.P., chairman of the college committee, stated that the committee had done what they thought best in the interest of the college. They were bound to meet the requirements of the students now at Bala, by appointing teachers of special ability. He sincerely hoped the Assembly would confirm the appointment (applause). The Rev W. James, B.A., another mem- ber of the deputation, said that if the As- sembly gave the matter careful considera- tion, they could not do less than approve of the action of the committee. He would direct special attention to the fact that it had been clearly stated in the advertisement "that the best man would be selected." When it had been resolved to advertise in the English papers he (the speaker) had re- marked, "why do this, unless you mean to get the best man and appoint him whoever he might be." He was then told that that was the intention. He subsequently said that if they did insert the advertisement they would have to carry out its conditions. If the appointment were not confirmed, then the Connexion would be guilty of an act of dishonour. No one respected the other two candidates more than he did. He admired Mr Williams on account of his learning and success, while Mr Thomas was a personal friend of his, and he hoped he would remain a friend as long as they both lived. He was also a friend of the college (applause). They had done their duty and what was loyal to the Connexion (applause). The Chairman here remarked that the Rev Owen Jones, B.A., another member of the deputation, was also present; but he was indisposed and would not speak. They were all, however, pleased to see him able to attend. The Moderator then observed that he, too, was one of the deputation. He knew they were all Methodist and Welsh in feeling. He had fought for a good half-hour in the committee, but as long as they had been beaten they might as well take the defeat gracefully (laughter). The Rev J. Hughes, M.A., said it would be well for all to come to an understanding on this important matter, and to avoid a split of any kind. He thought the com- mittee had arrived at the only decision pos- sible. It was an honour to the Connexion and to this country to secure the services of such a man as Mr Stevenson (applause). The Rev J. Prichard, Birmingham, re- gretted that he was compelled to differ from the foregoing remarks. Something must be wrong in connection with the appointment to require such oratorical powers to defend it (laughter). He did not doubt tha.t they were honest and conscientious. But he be- lieved the Pwllheli Assembly had clearly stated that one of the Connexion's own men should be appointed. The Rev W. James, B.A., said no such resolution had been passed. The Rev J. Prichard, proceeding, said the addresses were all to the effect, at any rate (laughter). He was not quite clear in his mind as to the wording of what had been decided. Was it not, "The committee may advertise—or not?" They did, however, advertise. He thought the feeling prevail- ing at the Pwllheli Assembly should have been observed. The Welsh feeling should not be ignored. He favoured Dr Edwards's idea of one Theological College for the whole of Wales, but it was very evident that it was impracticable. Hitherto, Bala College was the institution of the peculiarly Welsh religious denomination and the appointment should have been conferred upon a member of that body. He was certain, too, that if their own men applied for an appointment in Scotland Dr Edwards would give them ex- cellent testimonials (laughter and applause). He proposed that the whole matter be re- ferred back to the committee (applause). The Moderator urged that the petition from 16 Aberystwyth students in favour of the appointment of Mr Stevenson be read. I The Rev W. Ryle Davies and other, how- ever, thought it would riot T>e advisable. The majority favoured this. The Moderator further stated that there Was only one resolution before the meeting. Mr E. Griffith, Dolgelley, appealed that the vote, when taken, should be unanimous. Though he, himself, was in the minority, he would to-day vote with the majority, who had, beyond all doubt, acted conscientiously (applause). When the Moderator was about to take the vote, the Rev Hugh Roberts, Rhydymain, desired to direct attention to public opinion on the matter and the great- danger of in- sulting it. That was a matter of far greater 'I importance than the appointment itself. If the appointment were made it would be done under protest. I The motion in favour of confirming the appointment was then put to the meeting, all present voting for it with the exception I of the Rev J. Prichard. At six o'clock, at the Calvinistic Methodist Chapel, the Rev W. 0. Jones, Liverpool, 1 read a paper on "Our hopes and dangers from the schools and colleges of our country." —In the discussion which followed, the Rev D. Rowlands, M.A., Bangor; Mr O. Owen, M.A., inspector of Intermediate Schools; the Rev T. J. Wheldon, and the Rev R. H. Morgan, M.A., took part. Great stress was laid on the importance of Biblical instruction in all schools. THE RTIRTNG MODERATOR. The Rev Evan Jones, Carnarvon, the re- tiring Moderator, in handing over the chair to the Rev Francis Jones, delivered an in- teresting and instructive address on the "So- cial element amongst the Calvinistic Method- ists." The address was well-received, an the rev gentleman heartily thanked. On the motion of the Rev Dr Cynhafal Jones, seconded by the Rev W. James, B.A., a hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr Jones for his services in the chair during the year, and for his excellent address. THURSDAY. THE ASSOCIATION MEETING. At 1.30, in the Calvinistpc Methodist Chapel, the Rev Francis Jones in the chair.
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MR C. R. JONES, LLANFYLLIN. On the motion of the Rev Daniel Row- lands, M.A., seconded by the Rev Elias Jones, Newtown, a vote of sympathy was passed with Mr Jones, Llanfyllin, chairman of the Congregational Union, in his present illness. I THE CAUSE IN THE COUNTY. The Rev O. Lloyd Owen read an encour- aging report on the state of the cause in Lower Montgomery. MINISTERS' SUSTENTATIOX FUND. The Rev D. Rowlands, M.A., read the report of the committee which met in Ches- ter. Mr B. Rowlands, J.P., was elected president for the year, and the Rev D. Row- I lands, secretary.—A proposition was made that the sum heretofore paid to ministers when ill be raised from 14s to 16s.—The Rev T. J. Wheldon thought it would be better tc have a medical certificate relative to the illness of ministers, instead of the testimony of deacons as at present.—A warm discussion. followed, during which Mr Wheldon was charged with insinuating bad motives to ministers in regard to this fund.—However^ it was resolved that things should remain in j reference to this matter as at present j MR GLADSTONE'S ILLNESS. I The Rev W. Ryle Davies proposed a vote of sympathy with Mr Gladstone in his ill- ness. This was seconded by the Rev T. J. W heldon, and unanimously adopted. BILLS BEFORE PARLIAMENT. On the motion of the Rev T. J. Wheldon, B.A., seconded by the Rev J. Hughes, Ed- eyrn, lu WIs unanimously resolved to support the Marriage Registration Bill," which is about to be introduced to Parliament by Mr lerks; and also the Sunday Closing (Eng- land) Bill. ° THE PREACHERS' MEETING Early on Thursday morning, the usual meeting of preachers was held. The Rev Daniel Rowlands, M.A., Bangor, opened the discussion on the Old Testament in an able manner. He was followed by the Rev J. Pritchard, Birmingham, and the Rev Evan Jones, Carnarvon. THE DEACONS' MEETING. This meeting was held at the same time as the above, under the presidency of Mr Evan Jones, J.P., Bala. The chief work of the meeting was to make arrangements for the ordination service to be held in connec- tion with the August Assembly at Bangor. The Rev William Thomas, Llanrwst, was. appointed to address the candidates on a specified subject, and the Rev Thomas Ro- berts, Bethesda, to give the charge. The general discussion was opened by Mr John, Owens, Llandinam, who was followed by Mr Morris Davies, Llanrwst;, Dr Hugh Wil- liams, Liverpool; Mr Robert Jones, Festin- iog, &c.-As Mr Owen Owen, inspector of Welsh Intermediate Schools, found it iHK possible, on account of the great demand upon his time, to fulfil the duties of secre- tary to deacons' committee, Mr O. Robyns Owen, Pwllheli, was appointed to the office. THE AUXILIARY FUND. At the Assembly meeting, the Rev F. Jones, Abergele, presiding, a prolonged dis- cussion took place with reference to estab- lishing a general fund for the relief, and in some cases the total support, of weak church- es.-The Rev T. J. Wheldon, Bangor, re- ported the views of the committee appointed to deal With the matter, and gave a detailed account of the number of the weak and strong causes in North Wales. He urged that they should celebrate the closing of tho I present century by making special efforts on behalf of this fund (applause).—The Rev W. dames, B.A., Manchester, thought it rested 'I first of all with the deacons to convince tho churches of the great necessity of establish- ing the fund. They should endeavour to enlist the sympathies of the great body of Methodists. Then th3 success of the move- ment would be ensured.—The Rev W. Tho- 'I mas, Llanrwst, thought the majority of the Monthly Meetings were already convinced cf the importance of the matter. The speaker then dwelt upon the sums which should bo raised by the large churches. A total of £.5000 a year should at any rate be collected. Could this be done ? The result of the col- lections towards English causes and the For- ward Movement had proved discouraging. He would suggest that every member in the churches should subscribe one velUlJ weekly. This would mount up to £ 18,000. He would formally propose that the whole matter be again referred to a committee to report (ap- plause). Further remarks were made by Mr Evan Jones, J.P., Bala; Mr E Grif- fith, Dolgelley; the Rev W. O. Jones, Liver- pool; Rev John Williams, Prince's-road; Mr Morris Davies, Llanrwst; Mr Robert Jones, Bethesda; Rev G. Griffith, and others, many of whom gave high praise to the churches in Montgomeryshire for the excellent way in which they had worked to support the weak churches in their district. ■ It was finally decided that a resolution be submitted to the Monthly Meetings suggest- ing that deputations be arranged to visit the churchcs on the matter.—Mr Thomas Ellis, Cynlas, dwelt upon the importance of keep- ing up the interest in the movement, and the danger of allowing it to flag. The preaching services followed.
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