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My Second Trip to South America.
My Second Trip to South America. [Bv MR D. W. HUGHES]. Five years and a half ago, I left the old country for the first time to roam on foreign soil, and the impressions of that voyage were recorded in a very lengthy diary. It would be futile in the present article to describe again life on board an ocean steamer. My object is chiefly to add some- thing new to what I have already written. In 1890, I came almost direct from Southampton Madeira and Montevideo were the only ports at which we called. Recently, however, I had the pleasure of visiting the Brazilian coast, the fringe of a country immense in its size, romantic in its scenery, and uninviting in its climate. At noon, on the 20th of September last, the Magdalena, of the Royal Mail Steam Packet Com- pany, weighed anchor. Almost alongside of us, safely docked, stood the City of New York, with its three black funnels, and flying the stars and stripes." The Magdalena compared favourably with the North Atlantic greyhound,-btit only at a distance. Still, the Magdalena was not to be despised,—registered tonnage 5140, and 6773 horse power. We steamed across Channel to Cherbourg, and arrived in front of that French Gibraltar, with its countless cannon, about 6 p.m. Our stay there was short after taking in some cargo and a few passengers, we made for the Bay of Biscay. This was the third occasion on which I have made the acquaintance of the oft-feared gult. Nothing could have been nicer, however,— it was just like the English Chaunel itself, as calm as the Bay of Colwyn on a sunny summer day. About 2 p.m., on the 22nd September, we entered Vigo harbour. The town is neither large nor attractive it speaks of the poverty and fallen greatness of the Spanish race. Looking at a miserable fort placed upon a hillock above the town, one would not imagine that Spain at another period had ruled the world. In going out of Vigo bay, we witnessed one of the most attractive sunsets that the eyes of man could behold resplendent rays of heavenly fire shone through fleeting cloudlets, throwing their silvery, golden, and crimson hues on islets which, a few weeks previously, had been the scene of a terrible wreck. The following morning, we reached Lisbon, anchoring about two miles and a half from the quay. Being anxious to make a personal inspection of the capital of Portugal, I arranged with two friends to go ashore, in one of the many boats which generally surround an ocean leviathan when it makes its appearance. I was heartily sorry afterwards that I went, as I had to undergo for over half-an-hour the severest trials that my' olfactory powers has ever been subjected-to. The tide was out, so there was no water to carry away the contents of the municipal drains, the odours of which oozed out even under the landing-stage. Lisbon has some very fine squares and shops, but its tramways are very much like its sanitary arrangements,—much behind the times. At 6 p.m. on the same day (23rd September), we made tracks" for the Brazils, reaching Pernambuco at tea-time on 2nd October. They say that this Brazilian port is a very difficult place to land at, especially during the afternoon the waves ran mountains high, as the saying goes,— the little boats which came alongside were simply like so many corks in the water, tossing and turning incessantly, now on the crest of the wave to be observed of all men, anon out of sight in the hollow of the waters. I was thoroughly dis- appointed with the aspect of the town many of the streets are only 4t yards wide,—some only 2t yards,while several of the houses on both sides were five storeys high. Grass was growing in one of the principal streets, while the Banks, mercantile houses, and restaurants, would not have done credit (architecturally) to the most forlorn parts of Whitechapel. The B, itish Consulate is above a gin-palace. I met four friends of mine, who, for salary considerations, had left Buenos Aires they looked washed- out," sallow, emaciated one of them died of yellow fever soon after I left,—he had only two days illness. The bay sw?irms with sharks boats have been known to have capsized, and on such occasions those fiendish monsters are always on the alert, seeking whom they may devour." One of the sailors caught a fine specimen it was really delightful to see it being cut up. We saw right out at sea an exciting fight between a whale and a whale-thrasher the thrasher appeared to shoot his white tail 20 yards clean out of the water at the very moment when the whale came to the surface,-down the tail would come with lightning rapidity, and as it fell on the whale's back, a loud report could be heard. Amidst the foam, the whale plunged and disappeared,—the moment it came up again, the "thrasher" resumed the attack, the result of which we did not see. On the 4th, we reached Bahia (" Bay "), and, immediately on onr arrival, were pestered by a multitude of boisterous negro boatmen, who, in boats of various colours and sizes, came alongside to sell bananas, sugar canes, cigars, oranges, crockery, cocoa nuts, and parrots. Bahia, with its sandy shore, its beautiful bay, and its hills dotted with country residences, with gigantic mountains as a background, formed a far superior picture to Pernambuco. The best part of the town is on the hill tops, and to convey people hither lifts are in constant use. Two days later, we entered the Bay of Rio de Janeiro, generally admitted to be the finest in the world, large enough to contain the fleets of every country on earth. On our left and on our right, were scores of islands, some of them with high peaks. In front, sheltered by a range of lofty mountains, stood the capital of Brazil. Some of these mountains form, when viewed at a distance, a striking resemblance to the features of the "r Grand Old Man;" the forehead, nose, and chin are simply perfect,—tne historic collar alone is wanting. There is also a peak there which resembles a sugar-loaf, so much so that it actually goes by that name. A great excursion, especially for visitors, is a trip up the "Corcovado" by mountain railway. The "Corcovado" is about 2000 feet high. The ascent reminds one forcibly of Rigi, and if there were fir-trees on its slopes, instead of palms, there would be little difference between it and Swiss scenery. From the top, a glorious view of the harbour, town, and surround- ing country, can be obtained. I walked down with a friend, so as to see the trees and plants in the forest when we were halt-way down, the rain descended in torrents, and we were obliged to stop the train between two stations, otherwise we should have been left behind to soak in the rain, and have nothing but an occasional flash of lightning to break the dreary darkness of the night. We put up for the night at the Hotel Internacional (splendidly situated on one of the heights), an establishment much favoured by Britishers, boasting of an excellent cuisine its bedroom accommodation, however, was simply wretched. Rio is surrounded by beautiful scenery, and saturated with deadly odours. Europeans should pause before they go there, for yellow fever is rampant during the cold season, without mentioning anything about the summer months, it cuts down its victims by the hundreds, making the place unfit for a white man to live in. So different to Buenos Aires in every way Buenos Aires is far more European, has a much larger population than Rio, a more active business-like appearance, finer streets (many of which are paved with wood, and lit up by electric light), bigger hotels. and restaurants, stately banks and municipal buddings, and, "last but not least," a more benefic ent climate, identical, in fact, with that of Australia or the Cape of Good Hope. I ought to mention, before I conclude, that on the night of the 9th, just before reaching Montevideo, the passengers witnessed a singular phenomenon the ocean on every side of the ship, and as far as eye could reach, sparkled with phosphorescence, reminding one of a Venetian fete. I mention this as it was entirely different to what is generally seen on an ocean voyage. The Magdalena anchored off La Plata (for Buenos Aires) at 10 o'clock p.m. on the loth of October, having made the trip in 20 days, after calling at seven ports. As an indication of the speed of the Magdalena, I may state that one day it ran 376 miles, and 374 on two other occasions.
-----The Conway Infants' Concert.
The Conway Infants' Concert. The annual Infants' Concert at the Boys' Schoolroom. Conway, opened on Tuesday evening, December 10th, with a spirited interpretation of the pianoforte duett, H.M.S. Pinafore," played, with crisp touch, by the Misses Pollie Jones and Alice Anne Evans the attractive appearance of the platform, which was tastefully arranged, was enhanced by some handsome plants kindly lent from the Bodlondeb gardens. Master Edward Goodman Jones, who presided, with admirable self-possession delivered the initiatory address, after which Master H. Glynne Jones gave the prologue, and the Babies rendered the action-song Birdie," and in turn gave place to the Infants, who interpreted Nursery Rhymes" with fresh- ness and vigour. Master Sydney Petch having acquitted himself well in the recitation Cock-a- doodle-doo," Miss Florence Jones sang" Tair Pluen y Cymry," with great sweetness of tone, the children joining in the chorus. The Infants next delighted the audience with the novel and picturesque' effects in the action-song "The Chinese Lantern." The mirth-provoking dialogue All the difference was given, by Miss Ida Allan and Master Cecil Allan, with pleasing emphasis, after which the Infants rendered, in a manner worthy of all praise and irresistibly comic, the side-splitting song Little Alabama Coon," with banjo accompaniment, those who nursed "pickaninny" dolls being the Misses Edith M. Evans, Annie Lloyd Lewis, and Maggie Wynne, and Masters Willie Davies, Cecil Allan, and Bobbie Jones. Master Arthur Kent having secured plaudits for his recitation of The two crossing-sweepers," the Conway Castle Christies (Masters Tom Craven, Owen Jones, Thomas Jones, Thomas Robers Evans, Thomas F. Jones, Samuel Parry, Richard Hughes, Hugh Parry, David Thomas Jones, and William Roberts Jones) were accorded a well-deserved encore for the comic song "Good Ole Aunt Eliza," that estim- able old dame being excellently impersonated by Master Hughie Edwards. The action-song Baby, by the Infants, having been well received, as was Master Cecil Allan's recitation My three little texts," the first part of the programme closed with the "Musical Drill," to the pianoforte accompaniment of Miss P. Jones this drill was executed by the Infants with marvellous precision, reflecting great credit upon their teacher, Miss Roberts, who must have devoted much time, skill, and patience, to have trained the clever little mites to such a pitch of perfection. At the commencement of the interval, the Vicar proposed a vote of thanks especially to Mrs Allan and the teacher, and to the parents, for having gone to so much expense in preparation. He never wished to see prettier or cleverer children than those of Conway. Councillor Dr. R. Arthur-Prichard, seconding the vote, expressed, what he felt must be the sentiment of the town, gratification at the great efficiency of the Schools. The vote having been carried unanimously. Miss P- Jones opened the second part of the programme with a brilliant rendition of the piano- forte solo Caprice Hongroise," which was well performed as follows :-Recitation, Robin Red- breast, Miss Maggie Davies song and dance, "Flower Belts," r8 Infants (namely, the Misses Jennie Williams, Jennie Jones, Edith Jones, Jessie Polin, Mary Lizzie Brown, and Annie Hughes, all Canterbury-bells; Madge Dougall, Alice Atherton, and Madge Roberts, all hare-bells Myfanwy Jones, Edna Allan, Florence M. Jones, all lily-bells; Ida Allan, Gladys Evans, Maggie Davies, Edith M. Evans, Blanche Jones, and Lily Evans, all heather-bells); action-song, "Ten little Servants," Babies recitation, "The Beautiful Dream," Miss Elizabeth E. Williams comic song, "Ten Little Niggers,^ Conway Castle Christies Welsh song, "Myfi s y" mau'r Baban," Miss Florence M. Jones; dialogue, "The Sick Doll," Miss Edith Jones and Master Arthur Kent duett, Where are you going, my pretty Maid," Miss Madge Dougall and Master Sydney Petch; action-song, Eight Little Mothers," the Infants (the Eight Little Mothers" being impersonated by the Misses Ida Allan, Gladys Evans, Dilys Glyn Williams, Blanche Jones, Alice Atherton, Florence Jones, Madge Dougall, and Maggie Davies); recitation, A very. bad case," Miss Ida Allan song and chorus, "The very worst girl in School," Miss Edith Roberts and a Party of Infants song (in costume), Welsh Girls." 3 girls (namely, the Misses Jennie Williams, Mary Lizzie Brown, and Jennie Jones) comic song, Massa's Wedding Day," Conway Castle Christies. The last-men- tioned item was one of the most popular events of the evening, and was vociferously encored, but the last Item. on the programme was immediately proceeded-with, in which the whole of the artistes took part, namely, the song Good Night," by the Infants. A vote of thanks to the Chairman, was proposed by Master Sydney Petch, and this was seconded by Master Arthur Kent. The children after being most effectively grouped. concluded the concert with the singing of God Bless the Prince of Wales." The little artistes had been excellently trained for this most successful annual event, by Mrs Allan and her assistants, Miss Roberts and Miss Rees, with all of whom the training of the young people of Conway, in scholastic subjects and in accanphshments, is evidently in no-wise less a labour of love than an exercise of that educational skill for which the teachers of Conway National Schools have long been noted far and wide. The Concert was repeated on the following evening-
:The IVlonstre New Hotel in…
The IVlonstre New Hotel in London. The huge building erected on the Thames Embankment by the noted Liberator Company, is being rapidly prepared for opening by the new owners. It is to be called the Hotel Cecil, and will be the biggest undertaking of its kind in the Metropolis, Estimates for furnishing were invited a short time ago, and it can be easily understood that there has been keen competition for such an important contract. It is now an- nounced that Messrs Waring & Son, of 101, Oxford Street, London, W., and of Manchester aud Liverpool, have succeeded in obtaining the lion's share of the order, and are to be entrusted with the furnishing and decoration of the most important part of this immense hotel. We are pleased to note that Messrs Waring are maintain- ing in London the high reputation they have so long enjoyed 'n the Provinces, and they are to be heartily congratulated on this additional testimony to the confidence reposed in them by the public.
Railway Improvements in North…
Railway Improvements in North Wales. A correspondent writes to The Manchesler Guardidn: The statement which has appeared to the effect that the London and North Western Company have commenced the work of laying an additional set of lines from Chester to Rhyl, is incorrect. What has been commenced is the construction of short loop lines, the first of which is at Saltneyi and which are designed to relieve the heavy traffic on the Chester and Holyhead line during the summer season. For many years past the traffic from Chester to Holyhead has been greatly congested in the summer-time, when, if addition to the permanent heavy traffic with Ireland via Holyhead, there are thousands of visitors to the North Wales coast. This latter traffic is continually growing, and the springing up of new watering-places gives promise of a further increase. These new loop lines will be utilised for the working in sections of the goods traffic, thus leaving the main line to a greater extent for the passenger traffic. The Company have now in preparation to lay before Parliament a Bill to enable them to acquire land, etc, in order to double the line the whole way from Chester into Carnarvonshire, and when this is passed the work will be pushed on with all vigour. Mean- while, the construction of these loop lines will temporarily relieve the traffic. A large number of men have already been engaged locally by the Company's agents, the work being most welcome on account of the stagnation in the local industries. The rumour that the line up to Holywell town, will be opened, is again revived, but nothing definite is known on this point."