The Weekly News and Visitors' Chronicle for Colwyn Bay Colwyn Llandrillo Conway Deganwy and Neighbourhood

What one Hears. [N.B —We do not necessarily endorse any of the opinions reported under this heading.-ED. IF..V.] That too many cooks spoil the broth. That no Council can serve two Lord Mayors. That at Llandudno there is but one Lord Mayor. That this is the reason they conduct their meetings with decorum, dignity, and respect. That, what actually cost 914,000 was offeredf to the Llandudno Council for £ 9000 (a reduction of JTOOOO). That, what actually cost X2000 is offered the Colwyn Bay Council for £8000 (an addition of X6000) That the expression There are two Lord Mayors counteracts the joke. That the enemies to the prosperity of Colwyn Bay are they who wish to see it go down. That by drinking its prosperity it will surely go down. That not all the leading tradesmen of the town were at the demonstration. That a few endeavoured to put the prosperity down. That our lovely Bay is rising to the front with rapidity. That invitations by card bearing noms-de-plume are always trehted with contempt. That at a wedding the best man is never the bride- groom. That at the christening the best man was at the tail of the cavalcade. That tliere was nothing that required amending in the conditions. That they are now amended. That it is well the question was left unsettled, or it would have been settled under unmodified terms and conditions. That the Woods question has shown several men up in their true colours. That the Promenade works are progressing favour- ably, That the narrow rustio path between Llanelian road and Pen-y-bryn at Colwyn, would be improved by a layer of fine gravel. That there is too much pitch-and-toss among the drivers near the station. That this kind of gambling has been noticed by visitors entering the Bay. That this ought to be stopped at once, in the interests of the eatepayers." That the Sunday evening service at the Welsh Wesleyan chapel will commence during August at 6.30 p.m., instead of at six o'clock. That the niggers are as lively as ever. That Schofield's Band holds its own despite the counter-attractions of a German Band and barrel- organ. That the said German Band is a mixed one,—as to ses, music, and harmony That some of the Conway boatmen—those who have taken out licenses,—are jeered at by their fellow- boatmen. That the jeerers have not taken out licenses. That the Town Council, having made bye-laws, should see that they are enforced. That it is unfair to the boatmen who are licensed, to let others who pay nothing, hire out boats. That the pigsty raid by the Borough Surveyor can be extended to the lower portions of the outskirts. That a most obnoxious smell arises from a sty on the lower road to Gyffin,-quite a charming scent, you know !—cheap at half-a-crown a bottle. That the ancient borough" is spreading out its wings. That the suburbs are growing. That Conway has a park,—Cadnant Park, to wit. That it is a residential park. That there was an influx of Darwenites (not Darwin) to Colwyn Bay last week. That the explanation given by one lady lodging- house-keeper, was that Darwen Wakes were on,- Long live the Wakes, say we.

Births, Marriages, Deaths, &c. Announcements of Birtlis, Marriages, Deaths, or In Memoriam," are inserted at the following charge: One Shilling if prepaid; One Florin if booked. No announcement will be inserted unless accompanied by the sender's real name and address (not for publi- cation, but merely as a guarantee of good faith). MARRIAGE. BRAcy-GOOLD.-On the 16th inst., at St. George's, Edgbaston, by the Rev. W. Heretage, of St. Mark's, Birmingham, William Edelsten Bracy, L. R.C. P., &c., of Billinge, Wigan, second son of the late William Arthur Bracy, M.R.C.S., &c., of Birmingham, to Florence Marion, youngest daughter of the late John Panning Goold, of Handsworth.

COLWYN BAY. SUNDAY SERVICES. Parish Church, Llandrillo.—Sunday Services :— Welsh, 9.30 a.m., English, 11.0 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. Holy Communion at 8.0 a.m. every Sunday duriug July, August, and September also on Easter- Day, Whit-Sunday, and Christmas Day. Holy Communion at the Mid-day Services on the 1st Sunday in the month. Rev W. Venables- Williams, M.A. Oxon., Vicar Surrogate; Rev Wm. T. Davies, B.A., Curate. J. Porter, Pwllycrochan, and D. Allen, Station Road, Churchwardens. Mr Bernard, Organist. This interesting Old Church, built by Edneved (an aucestor of the Qneen), in the 13th century, is It mile from Colwyn Bay, on the Llandudno Road. Parish Church (St. Paul's).-Sunday Services: 8 a.m., Holy Communion, and at Mid-day Service on the 1st Sunday in the month; 11.15 a.m., Morn- ing Prayer and Sermon 7 p.m., Evening Prayer and Sermon; 8 30 p.m., Organ recital. Sunday School, at 2.30 p.m. Daily Morning Prayer at 8.30 a.m. Rev Canon Roberts, Vicar. St Paul's Mission Church (Coed Pella Road).—- 11 a.m., Morning Prayer and Sermon; 6.30 p.m., Evening Prayer and Sermon. Holy Communion at the Mid-day Service on the 1st Sunday in the month. Rev J. G. Haworth in charge. St. Paul's Welsh Se)-vices.-IO a.m., Morning Service and Sermon; 5.45 p.m., Evening Service and Sermon. Holy Communion on the 1st Sunday in the month at 10 a.m. Rev J. Jones, B.A., in charge. St. Paul's Welsh Mission Services at Brynymaen.— Service and Sermon on Sunday evenings, at 6 p.m. Rev R. Theophilus Jones, B.A., in charge. Knglish Wesleyan—St. John's,— I'he Avenue.—Next Sunday morning 10.30, evening 6.30, Rev H. H. McCullagh, B.A., Tranby. Prayer meeting, morn- ing, 10.15. Sunday School, afternoon,2.30. Wed- nesday evening, 7.0, Rev H. H. McCullagh. Knylish P?-est, i/ tei-ia)t.- Next Sunday Morning, 11.0. evening, 6.30, Rev Dr Thain Davidson, London. Sunday School, afternoon 2.30. Monday evening, j 6 15, Band of Hope. Wednesday week-evening- service, 70. Thursday evening, 7.0, Young People Bible Class; 7.45. Y. P. S. Christian Endeavour. Rev John Edwards, Pastor. English CungregationaL-Morning, 11.0, evening, 7.0, Sunday School, afternoon 2.30. Monday evening, 7.30, Christrian Endeavour Society. Every Tuesday, 3.15, United Meeting for the promotion of Scriptural Holiness. Wednesday evening, 7.30. Rev Thomas Lloyd, Pastor. English Haptist Church.-Next Sunday: morning, 11.0, evening, 7.0. All seats free. Sunday School, afternoon, 2.30. Wednesday evening, at 7.30, Prayer and Bible Reading; all are cordially invited, presided over by theRevH.T. Cousins, i F.R.G.S., Pastor. Society of Friends.—Meeting for Worship, every First < Day (Sunday) morning, at 11.15, at a room in i Central Buildings, facing Station Road, Colwyn Bay. Open to the Public and Visitors. j Congo Institute.—On Jane 21st, and every Sunday until the 20th of September, owing to the crowded ( meetings at the Schoolroom, Divine Services will be held in the Public Hall. Sunday morning, at 11.0; afternoon, at 3.0; evening, at 7.0. The services are always short and interesting. Several t speakers take part at each meeting, including. the Rev R. B. Richardson, D. D., a native of Liberia, and President of the Rick's Institute, some of the African Students, the Director, or J one of the Officers, with other friends. Every If Tuesday evening, at 7, a Prayer Meeting is held ( in the Institnte Schoolroom. All are cordially invited. Visiting hours every week-day, from 2.30 to 3.30 p.m., when the Director will be pleased to welcome any friends or visitors and t) l show them a number of interesting African Curiosities. Gohvyn flay (Congo Institute) Young Men's Christian Association-Meetings will be held in the Insti- tute Schoolroom :—Friday, 7.0 to 8 0 p in., Social < conversation and reading 80 to 9.0 p.m., Bible Class All Christian young men are cordially invited to join the Association, and visitors from other Associations to attend the meetings. Welsh C.M. Chapel—Engedi.—Next Sunday: Morn- ing, 10.0, evening, 6 30, Rev Owen Hughes, Amlwch. Sunday School, afternoon, 2.0 OLD COLWYN. Parish Church, Colwyn.—English Services (Sundays), Holy Communion: Every Sunday 8 a.m., and first Sunday in the month after morning service. Holy Bapti sin Sunday afternoon, 3 30. Service and Sermon, 11.0 a.m. and 7.0 p.m. Sunday School, 230 p.m., in Assembly Rooms. (Week .days). Service and Sermon: Friday, 7.0 p.m. during Advent and Lent. Singing practices, Friday night. Children's Meeting: Monday night. Band of Hope: Tuesday night. Welsh Services (Sundays), Holy Communion Second Sunday in the month after morning service. Service and Sermon 9.45 a.m. and 5.30 p.m. Sunday School, 2.15 p.m National Schools. Week Days, Service and Sermon, Wednesday, 7, p.m. Singing Practice, Wednesday night. Clergy: Revs. J. Griffiths, M.A. Oxon., Vicar, J. Roberts, Curate. English Haptist C-hapel, Old Col#vy)L. -Sunday Ser. vices, Morning 11.0, Evening 6.30. Sunday School. 2.30 p.m. Prayer Meeting on Wednesdays at 7.0 p.m. Pastor, Rev. H. T. Cousins. THE celebrated Ales of Bass & Co., are now supplied in 9 gallon casks, at Brewery prices, from 6/- per Firkin. Guinness' Invalid Stout in half-pint bottles. Martell and Hennesy's three star Brandy, 5/4 per bottle. 314 varieties of all the principal Wiiies, Spirits, and Liqueurs. E. H. Davies, Uxbridge House. adv- 367-50 THE JUMBLE-SALE.—At the jumble-sale at the Church-room, on Saturday evening, July 25th, the result was very satisfactory, being a clearance of no less than £20. ENGLISH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH.— The services next Lord's-Day will be conducted, both morning and evening, by the Rev. J. D. Jones, M.A., B.D., Lincoln. It is hoped that all who can do so, will avail themselves of hearing Mr Jones the large congregations that gathered last year, Sunday after Sunday, to hear him, speak highly of his popularity and ability as a preacher. THE RENT OF Tv NFFYNNON FARM, LLANDRILLO. -From the reports of a recent Inquiry into the Charities of Llanasa (Flintshire), before Mr Cad- waladr Davies (Assistant Charity Commissioner), j !t appears from evidence submitted, that some time prior to 1786 monies were invested in the purchase of land producieg £8 per annum in 1786, but now producing a rent of ^15, the said land being Ty'nffynnon Farm (14a. or. I2p.), situate in the parish of Llandrillo-yn-Rhos, Denbighshire. I The present rent, so far as related to Zio, was distributed in 24 two-penny loaves of "white bread at Llanasa Church every Sunday after divine service. As to the precise allocation to educational purposes of the other £ 5, which was stated to go towards the National School, there ( was some discussion, but the Commissioner, whilst 1 noting- complaints, said that he could not adjudi- cate on the matter. THE ENGLISH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.—The t Rev. Thain Davidson, D.D., of London, will preach at the English Presbyterian Church next Sunday, August 2nd, and on each of the remaining Sundays during August. t ENGLISH BAPTIST CHURCH, COLWYN BAY. On Sunday next, August 2nd, the Rev. J. H. Shakespeare, M.A., of Norwich, will preach in the

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Corresponbence., [In no case are we responsible for the opinions expressed in this column.] To the Editor of "The Weekly News." MUNICIPAL DUTIES FULFILLED AND OTHERWISE. DEAR SIR,-Could you, or any of your numerous readers, inform me what our worthy Town Councillors are doing ? Whether it is a fact that they are neglect- ing their duties as employers r All tradesmen are cognisant of one fact, that, when accounts are due, the amount of that account is forwarded to the debtor. Just so ought the Council to act in all its business transactions, but not so. ir for instance, our Council in March last recorded the state of the g m ter but no bill has been issued. Again, the gas-meter indicators have been observed by the officials for the June quarter, and here we are t )war(is the end of July, and no bill whatsoever has been issued, not even for the March quarter. Can you wonder now that we are hundreds of pounds in arrears. When November comes, I trust we shall bear these matters in mind, to support only those candidates who determine to support the interests of the whole district with impartiality. Is it, sir, a fact also that ratepayers have been asked to pay certain general rates, and that without notice,—that is, without a demand-note having been delivered ? When is our Council ever on the alert to make progress to benefit the community ? May I quote, as a single instance, the cases of drowning fatalities that have taken place on the estuary of the river Conway. Has not the Llandudno Urban District Council acted wisely in ooming to the fore in volunteering to arrange

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THEY WOULD NOT GO TO CHAPEL. An amusing case was heard in which William Evans, Llangwstenin, sued his tenant, Llewelvn Jones, for arrears of rent. Mr XV. P. Roberts, (Llanrwst) was for the plaintiff, and Mr Henderson defended. The bone of contention between the parties seemed to arise from the fact that the plaintiff let the defendants the house on condition that they went to chapel, though it was not stated in the agreement. The defendant's wife said that they went to chapel for a short time, but had not been much lately, in consequence of which thev were served with six months' notice to quit.—Mr Henderson (to the plaintiff) Did you tell the defendant that if he went to chapel you would withdra w the notice?- The Plaintiff: I do not know whether I told them so, but I would have done so. [Laughter].—Mr Henderson And vou told them if they did not go to chapel you would give them notice?—The Plaintiff: Yes. The reason I was so sharp was because previous tenants never went to a place of worship, but went for walks. [Laughter]. — His Honour: I fail to see what the chapel question has to do with the case. The plaintiff seemed to want them to go to chapel, but they did not seem to see it. I like to see people do both, go to chapel and take a stroll too.—Judgment was given for the plaintiff, for 1 2s qd and costs.

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above-named Church, in the morning at eleven o'clock, and in the evening at seven. Mr Shakespeare has the reputation of being one of the most popular and able ministers in the Baptist denomination, and we have no doubt that large numbers of both residents and visitors will crowd the Church on Sunday next. All seats are free and unappropriated. RESTORATION OF AN ANCIENT WELSH CHURCH. —Some three years ago a clergyman in the Vale of Clwyd addressed a letter to the Mercury calling attention to the ruined state of St. Trillo Church, between Conway and Llandrillo, an edifice said to have been founded by the monks of Rhos Fynach. It is interesting to note that Mr Horton, a Birmingham gentleman, who has recently purchased the Bryn Dinarth Estate, upon which the ancient edifice stands, is restoring it as far as possible upon its ancient lines.-Liver I _pool Mercury (July 28th, 1896). PRESENTATION OF A PURSE OF GOLD.—An interesting event occurred on Wednesday evening, July 22nd, after the usual service at the English Baptist Church, namely, the presentation of a purse of gold to the Pastor (the Rev. H. T. Cousins, F.R.G.S.), as a token of loving esteem. It answered the double purpose,—firstly, showing appreciation of his acceptable ministry, and labours of love, for the past 3 years, and, secondly, demonstrating the desire to give a helping hand, under special circumstances involved by doctors' decision. The secretary of the Church (Mr Brackstone) addressed a few remarks to the meeting, aud then called upon Mrs T. Evans Hughes (in the absence of her husband, the treasurer to the Church) to make the presentation, which she did in a few well-chosen words. Mr Cousins acknowledged the gift, in a very feeling manner, and expressed his deep gratitude, not only to his own Church and congregation, but especially to the other kind friends, who had joined their contributions and good wishes. COLWYN HABITATION PRIMROSE LEAGUE.—On Friday, July 24th, the Colwyn Habitation of the Primrose League, held their annual fete, in the grounds of Minavon, Colwyn, by kind permission of Mr W. Jones (the "Senior Warden"). The Colwyn and Colwyn Bay Silver Prize Band ren- dered musical selections. Some five hundred members partook of tea, provided in a large mar- quee, under the management of Mrs Pryce Jones and an able staff of attendants. Afterwards an address was given by Mr Fincham (Provincial Secretary for North Wales), who dealt on the great objects and the vast increase of the League, and the work of the present Parliament, in Edu- cation, increasing of the Navy, etc. Mr Fmcham proposed a vote of thanks to the host and hostess, Mr W. Jones and Mrs Pryce Jones, this vote being seconded by the Rev J. Griffiths (Vicar) and supported by Mr W. F. W. Rees (secretary). Dancing and sports were held until late in the evening, the following being the prize-list :—Flat race for boys: I, H. Cethin Edwards; 2, John Edwards. Ditto for girls: i,Lizzy Vaughan. Egg- and-spoon race: I, Ann Jones; 2, Mrs A. Davies. High Jump: D. Jones and E. Davies, equal. Three-legged race I, Robert Hughes 2, John Roberts. Donkey race I, Jonathan Edwards 2, Richard Foulkes,-To these Master Willie Jones presented a handsome whip, amidst great cheering. Long jump (for boys): I. H. Cethin Edwards. Long jump (adults): I, Daniel Vaughan; 2, Fred Day. Sack race: I, Peter Hughes 2, Daniel Vaughan. Flat race I, Ann Jones 2, Ann Vaughan (Llysfaen). Second flat race: 1. Catherine Hughes 2, Ann Jones. Third race (for ladies) 1, Mrs A. Davies 2, Mrs Ann Vaughan. Open race (for men): I, Richard Jones 2, John Vaughan. The prizes, which were valuable and varied, were distributed by Mrs Pryce Jones. Letters regretting inability to Je present, were received from Mr kV. Williams Wynn, Cefn and Mr W. H. Cogswell, Colwyn Bav. The sports were ably superintended by the Re Meredith Hughes and Messrs Owen, Henry Rhyl), Jones (Glasfryn), Salisbury, Whitley, and Hees. THE BEACH A PLEASANT RESORT ONCE MORE!— rhe Promenade works have now so far progres- ;ed that visitors and residents alike find the beach L pleasant resort once more, and in a very few lays now there is likely to be an additional en- oyment available north of the railway lines, in the orm of ability to use the first completed section )f the Promenade, which, when open throughout, vill be a great attraction to the Bay. THIS (FRIDAY EVENING'S) CONCERT.—Our readers ihould bear in mind that the grand concert in aid )f the Colwyn Bay and Colwyn Silver Prize Band's Instrument Fund, will be held this (Friday) it the Public Hall. The Rev W. Venables-Wil- iams, M.A. Oxon., J.P., will take the chair at ight o'clock, Mr Llewelyn Jones, A.R.C.O., will accompany, and the list of vocalists is a very ittractive one. CRICKET. RYDAL MOUNT (4th xi.) v. DINGLEWOOD (3rd xi). — Played on July 16th, at Rydal Mount. Rydal Mount won by 73 runs. Rothwell displayed excellent form, both with bat and ball. Rydal Mount. Ding-lewood. A. Barker run out 21 McQueen c Hine b Hooper 3 Rothwell c Lang-ley b Slack 45 Slack lbw Rothwell 9 J. DodJs b Slack iS Lang-ley (2) c Hooper b Hooper b McQueen 6 Rothwell 3 Liversidge c Lanjjiey b Langley (■) b Dodds 5 McQueen o Partington c Heap b Henderson b McQueen 0 Rothwell 4 \V. Heap b McQueen 2 Hodson c Liversidge b Hine c Langley b Slack 2 Rothwell o \tkinson not out 3 Ross b Dodds o Osborn c Partington b Harrop b Rothwell 3 McQueen 4 Williams (1) b Rothwell.. o VVainwright c Hodson b Williams (2) c Hooper b McQueen o Rothwell. I Drew not out 2 Extras 3 No balls 2 Total .105 Total 32 RYDAL MOUNT (3rd xi.) v. ARNOLD HOUSE (1st Ki.).-Played at Rydal Mount on July 18th, the visitors winning by 32 runs. Rydal Mount. Arnold House. Rothwell c Lloyd b Sher- Harrison c Marsden b ingham -5 Taylor 13 H.J.Lewis b Shering-ham 26 Becker run out 7 Heywood b Sheringham 2 Hind b Heywood 7 H. L. Ward b Shering-ham 4 Sheringham b Tavlor 17 E. Higgins lbw Sheringhain o Ash b Taylor 2 Taylor b Ash. 2 St. John lbw Taylor 21 Williams b Ash o Speakman c Marsden b 3. Higgins not out 5 Taylor o Barker c Speakman b Ash o Brooke c Heywood b S. Vlarsden c Speakman b Higgins 4 Sheringham 3 Bennett run out 3 r. E. Lewis c Speakman b Lloyd not out I Sheringham o Carlislec Rothwell b Hey- wood 2 Extras 7 Extras. 10 Total 54 Total .86 RYDAL MOUNT V. COLWYN BAY COLLEGE.— Played on the College ground on July 18th; the visitors won by 7 wickets. W'hitehouse took 12 wickets for 16 runs. Colwyn Bay College. istlnnings. 2nd innings. Mr Hemming c Barnes b Whitehouse 1 b Whitehouse I \ubrey cHarland b White- house o c Simpson b Whitehouse o I. Page c Siinpsoii b BarnCS 2 b Barnes 1 3irks b Whitehouse o b Whitehouse o VIr Squires c Whitehollse b Barnes 2 b Whitehouse II A'illcocks b Barnes o b Whitehouse o Mr Grant not out 3 b Whitehouse .2 atham c N. A. Lewis b Whitehouse o c Wood b Whitehouse 15 I. Page c and b Barncs o c Heap b Wood 2 ,V. Bowness b Barnes o not out x iastwood b Barnes o c and b Barnes o Leg bye 1 Byes 4 -I Total n Total xi I Rydal Mount. 1st Innings. 2nd Innings. ;atenby b Squires 3 3arnes c Willcocks b Grant 5 c Latham b Grant 0 iimpson b Squires 4 i". C. Smith run out I not out 4 Vhitehousc run out I not out 4 lelm b Squires 2 Jroxap b Squires 9 run out o leap c Latham b Grant o iagen b Squires 1 Vood b Willcocks 9 toberts not out 2 c Squires b Grant o Byes. 2 Total 37 Total io

for the saving of lives (which, it cannot he denied, are valuable), and our Council rejected the offer to join r Ah! but our Council states that we have no juris- diction in this direction. This, sir, is not the whole truth, for does not the Llanrhos parish, which I may safely say pays, after calculating all the new property put up since last year, quite, if not more than. half of the rates of the whole district, extend so far ? Alas poor little Deganwy—" with a rateable value of about X10,000 or £ 11,000,—half of the whole district, must not have any improvements in proportion to the Conway parish. Let us see to it then, on our side of the water, that we be fairly and equally represented 011 the Conway Council, or, failing this, that we work with a will, with the proverbial Long pull, and a strong pull, and a pull altogether," to do our utmost to obtain a Council of our own. Apologising for space occupied.—Yours faithfully, A RATEPAYER. Conway-in-Rhos, 23rd July, 1896. THE REV. W. VENABLES-WILLIAMS, AND THE PWLLYCROCHAN WOODS. SIR,-I notice in your last issue, a letter from the Rev. W. Venables- Williams, in the course of which the reverend gentleman intimates that in future his attendances at the Houncil meetings will be few and far between. As a resident of several years' standing in Colwyn Bay, and as one deeply interested in the welfare of the place, I was very sorry to read that letter. I must say, however, that I was not surprised, for if ever a man was undeservedly made the scapegoat of adventitious and accidental mistakes, and the in ti-k for vulgar abuse, it is the Vicar of Llandrillo. Per- sonally, I do not believe for a moment in the sincerity of those who in and out of the Council cast on the Rev. W. Venables-Williams the blame for all the misfor- tunes which have lately fallen on the Bay, and, if I may honestly express my opinion, which I think I am entitled to do, I think that all the agitation about the Woods, as well as about the Cowlyd Water Scheme, is purely the outcome of a determination on the part of some people whom it is unnecessary to name, but who are well-known as bitterly opposed to the Vicar, to oust him from the various positions of public useful- ness which his great services to the Bay have pi tced him in. Some of these people do not appear openly in this agitation, but, like the cowards they are, sneak in the back-ground, and get their puppets to do the dirty work for them They have moved heaven and earth of late years, to create a public opinion adverse to the Vicar, and the latest phase of their dirtv work is the dissemination of the idea that the Vicar is suffering from mental decay. A more cowardly and unfounded aspersion could not well be imagined, hut it is characteristic of the disseminators of it. I know the Vicar well, and, though in a good many things I do not see eye to eye with him, I venture to do hi u this justice, that, in spite of the most persistent, the most outrageous, and the most vulgar abuse, mis- representation, and even insults flung at him both in public and in private, insults which would have drawn from many a man expressions which would have given colour to the contemptible insinuation I have ju"t referred-to, the Vicar has kept his head in a manner which stamps him as one of the most level-headed men amongst rs to-day. Many of your readers will no doubt have heard this aspersion as well as myself. It takes this form, among others:—"It's a pi y. is'nt it, tillt the Vicar should act in this w.iv, after all he has done for the place but I am afraid litJ is a little bit touched in the head." Could a more cruel insinuation be made respecting a man ? I say it is a coward's device, and ought to be resented by all hon- ourable men as such. If I might venture to offer the Vicar a word of advice and of encouragement, it would be to bear up yet a little longer against this malign conspiracy of Tooley Street Tailors, and lie will find that the cominonsenae of the community will in the long run justify him. Even now there is a re-action against the combination which has of late ruled the roost in the Bay, very much to its detriment, and sell- sible men are beginning to see through those who are keeping the town in a continual turmoil of really groundless coaimotion. The Vicar has more frien Is than, taking note of the rowdyism of his enemies, he might think, and, though they may not regard him as periect, they still recognise the honesty of his purpose, and will give him their support through thick and thin, so long as he works for the right They are not so noisy as the demagogues who have suddenly dominated the scene, but they are tried and true, and will prevail in the end, to the s,Ltisfaction not only of the Vicar, but of all who love straight-torward and honest dealings.—Yours, etc OBSERVKR. Riviere's Opera House, Llandudno. At the opening concert of the season to-morrow (Saturday) evening, August ist, at Riviere's, the vocalists will be Madame Belle Cole and Miss Jennie Higgs. The programme is a very attractive one, for further partical trs of which see our advertising columns. Dr. Barnardo's Homes." Few institutions of the philanthropic order pre- sent greater claims to the sympalhv of all lovers of their fellow-creatures than that carried on bv Dr. BARNARDO. Every year hundreds of the most destitute Waifs and Strays from our great cities, and from our smaller towns, are admitted to these Homes, and there are well educated and trained for the battle of life, who, but for its efforts would inevitably swell the ranks of our paupers and criminals. The records of this work are intensely interesting from every point of view. As truth is said to be stranger than fiction, so, many of the facts of this rescue work are more thrilling than any romance, in spite of the dull and sordid misery from whence they are taken. As will be seen from our advertising columns, the good people of Colwyn Bay and Conway are to have opportunities of becoming better acquainted with them, for, on Thursday, August 6th, at the Public Hall, Colwyn Bay, and on Monday, August 10th, at the Market Hall, Conway, lectures will be delivered, on "The Exceeding Bitter Cry of Outcast Children," by Mr James B. Wookey (the popular Deputation Secretary of Dr. Barnardo's Homes), who will bring with him a band of trained boys, who will give their unique entertainment on hand-bells, dulcimers, occarinas, tubeaphone, xylophone, bag- pipes, &.c. In addition, there will be an exhibition ofbeautiful stereopticon views of the various phases of this great work. It is a cause so truly catholic and undenominational, so essentially practical, so uniformly successful, that it appeals to every class of the community, and we would bespeak for it the cordial support of the residents of Colwyn Bav, Conway, and neighbourhood. Conway and Llandudno County Court LLANDUDNO, THURSDAY, JULY 23RD. — Before His Honour Judge Sir Horatio Lloyd. } STRONG REMARKS ON THE JUDGEMENT SUMMONSES. There were 156 of these summonses, with\\ reference to which His Honour remarked that this IK district was worse than any other part of North Wales, even such a populous place as Wrexham, j There were the most dishonest people in the neighbourhood he had ever met. Many of them would not pay until they got to the prison door. It was simply disgraceful.

RYDAL MOUNT V. COLWYN BAY COLLEGE.—A third match between the above-named Schools third match between the above-named Schools was played on Monday, July 20th, and resulted in a victory for Rydal Mount by 21 runs. w T. Rydal Mount. 1st innings. 2nd Innings. Barnes c Mr Grant b Birks 14 c Page b Birks 17 Gatenby c and b Squires 8 not out 22 Whitehouse b Squires I b Wilcox 9 Wood b Squires 2 b Wilcox 2 T. C. Smith c and b Wilcox 2 Roberts c Mr Grant b Wilcox 5 not out I Hayees b Squires o Helm b Mr Grant 3 Broxap c Wilcox b Grant. 2 Marriott b Mr Grant 5 T. G. Smith not out 4 Extras 9 E.tra, Total CN Total (ù Colwyn Bay College. 1st Innings. Latham b Wood -9 H. Page b Wood 1 Mr Grant b Whitehouse 6 Aubrey b Whitehouse I Mr Squires b Whitehouse I Mr Hemming b Wood 9 Wilcox c Barnes b Whitehouse o Birks b Whitehouse o Haworth b Wood o Bowness b Wood o Eastwood not out. 3 Extras 4 Total 34 COLWYN BAY COLLEGE Y. DING L EWOOD. Plaved on the College ground, on July 22nd. Dingle- wood, mainly with the help of 's and 16 from Battersby and Clegg, and 19 extras, subscribed a total of 83, Birks taking 7 wickets for 32. Eight of the College wickets had fallen for 24, when Latham (capiain), ably assisted by Haworth and Gallaway, made a grand effort to retrieve the fortunes of his side, and with 41 (not out) raised the score to within three runs of the Dinglewood total. Dinglewood. Colwyn Bay College. E. Battersby c E. Page b Aub. Toppin b Robinson o Birks 8 W. Bownass b Robinson 3 G. Travers c Blackmore b H. Page Ibw Highfield 6 Birks o R. Birks b Robinson .o W. Highfield c Toppin b L. F. Latham (not out) 41 Birks 9 R. Willcocks c & b Robin- Ellison c & b Willcocks 2 son o J. Battersby c & b Willeocks 15 E. W. Page (run out) 4 Robinson b Birks 3 R. Blackmore c Slack b McQueen b Birks o Robinson o Clegg c Haworth b Birks 16 T. Eastwood b Robinson o Smith c Latham b Birks 2 R. C. Haworth (run out) 3 Armfield (not out) 9 F. Galla way b Travers 10 Slack b Willcocks o Extras: Byes, 13; leg- Extras: Byes, 17; leg- bye, 1 14 bye, 1 wide, I 19 Total 83 Total 81 COLWYN BAY COLLEGE V. DINGLEWOOD.— Played on July 23rd, on the Dinglewood ground. The first innings resulted in a tie. At their second attempt Ding-lewond reached 39, which total the College (Mr Squires being not out with 24) exceeded with 8 wickets to spare. Willcocks was especially deadly with the ball, taking 7 wickets tor 14, and 5 wickets for 10 runs. For his side Highfield proved a successful bowler. Dinglewood. ist Innings. 2nd Innings. Mr Brindley c Toppin b Willcocks 12 b Birks 0 E. Battersby b Willcocks i (rui) out) I G. Travers b Willcocks 5 b Willcocks 9 S. Wood (run out) 4 b Birks 3 Robinson (not out) 7 (run out) o Highfield b Willcocks 3 b Squires 1 Clegg b Willcocks o c H. Page b Will- cocks o R. Ellison c Squires b Willcocks o b Willcocks 10 J. Battersby b Willcocks o (not out) 5 Armfield b Squires o c Grant b Willcocks o McQueen c Willcocks b Squires o b Willcocks o Extras: Byes, 4 4 byes. 6 leg-byes, 2 wide balls, I 9 Total 36 Total -19 Colwyn Bay College. 1St Innings. 2nd I"nings. L. F. Latham b Highfield 2 ç Travers b Wood o R. Haworth c Travers b Highfield o W. Bownass b Travers. I Mr Squires c Travers b Highfield 1 (not out) 24 Mr Grant lbw Highfield 11 R. Birks b Travers 2 R. Willcocks c Clegg b Highfield 4 Aub. Toppin b Travers 5 b Wood 12 H. Page b Highfield 2 (not out) 2 Gallaway c Battersby b Travers 7 E. Page (not out) o Extras: Leg-bye, i I bYèS, 2 2 Total. 36 Total (2 wkts) 40 COLWVN RAY COLLEGE V. LADIES XI.—On Monday afternoon the College Cricket Ground was the lively scene of an interesting game, the details of which are subjoined, and which was witnessed by a large number of spectators. The ladies had stipulated that their opponents should bowl, bat, and field left-handed and consider- able merrime.it was caused at times by the awkward performances of the male sex under these trying conditions. The athletic prowess of the lady players was severely taxed by the hard hitting of Mr Squires and W. Bownass, who, with 37 and 24 runs respectively, as well as 13 from the bat of J. Bownass, compiled the formidable number of 102 runs, after which the gentlemen declared their innings closed. Such confidence on their part, however, was barely justified by the result, for they did not dismiss their fair opponents till the telegraph registered 92. Towards this respectable total, the main con- tributions were 17 by Miss Gladys Page, who, besides having bowled and kept wickets with great success, headed the score on her side Ii- by Miss M. Grant and 9 by Miss Sewell. Most of the other young ladies offered a stubborn resistance to the bowling, whflst a large number of extras were due to the various misses and gaucheries of the left-handers in the field. An al-fresco tea was provided on the ground, as an enjoyable interlude and, to commemorate the occasion, the rival teams "sat to an amateur Arrra nhpt" PJ:.lVLVS. (.t' Colwyn Bay College. Ladies' XI. E. Page b G. Page 3 Miss Barf b Toppin. o J. Bownass b G. Page 13 Miss G. Page c Squires b R. Birks b E. Grant II Hemming 17 W. Bownass b M. Grant 24 Miss Sewell b Haworth 9 A. J. Toppin Ibw E. Grant 2 Miss Page c Hemming b Mr Squires b E. Grant 37 Latham 6 R. Willcocks b E. Grant. o Miss Grant b Bownass 7 Mr Hemming (not out) 5 Miss M. Page c Squires b Latham 2 Miss M. Grant (run out) 14 Miss Greaves c & b Will- cocks o Miss Bowkley (run out) 2 Miss Titchner b Squires I Miss H. Barf c & b Will- cocks I Miss M. Sewell (not out) o Extras: Byes, 4; wides. Extras: Byes, 4; wides, 2; no ball, 1 7 27; 110 ball, 1 32 Total 102* Total 92 Innings declared closed. Latham, H. Page, Haworth, and Gallaway, did not bat.