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

BANGOR. AT a meeting of the Bangor Local Governing Body, on Thursday, Mr Glynn Williams, head master of the Friars (Boys' County) School, in the course of his annual report, stated that in the recent Central Welsh Board examination Friars boys obtained 21 certificates—four honours, seven senior, and ten junior-with 20 marks of distinc- tion. In the order of merit the 169 successful candidates in honours for the whole of Wales, Ivor Williams came out 4th, T. Woodings 21st, W. J. Jones 27th, and R. Williams 98th. T. Woodings has since been elected to a scholarship of [30 a year, W. J. Jones to one of [IS a year, and D. O. Hughes to an agricultural scholarship of [20a year at the University College of North Wales. County Exhibitions of [20 each had been awarded to Ivor Williams (to be held over for the present), and to T. Woodings, who thus proceeds to the University with £ 50 a year. The following distinctions had been won by former pupils J. R. Hughes, B.A. (Wales), with second-class hon- ours in Latin; T. Glyn Williams, B.A. (Wales), with second-class honours in French W. P. Roberts, B.A. (Wales), assistant mastership at Gowerton School; H. S. Evans passed the final examination for the law W. R. Elliott was 21st out ol 1040 for the Second Division Civil Service Clerkship. Thanks to the assiduity of the staff, the tone and spirit of the boys on the playgrounds was admirable. A gymnasium was shortly to be added to the school equipment, and a rifle range was in contemplation. The numbers had risen to 92—the highest number registered since 1896, and the prospects of the school were generally brighter than they had been for many years.

BETTWS-Y-COED. £ 10 REWARD will be given to any person whose BOOTS cannot be REPAIRED by Hughes, The Noted Boot Repairer, Garth Dderwen, Bettws-y-Coed. 601 LITERARY SOCIETY.- The opening meeting of this society was held on Friday evening, when an interesting programme was gone through. Those who took part were Mr David Wil- liams, Ffridd Cottage Miss Morris, Glanaber Mr Arthur Owen (with the harp), and Mr Elias M. Roberts (Glan Lledr). Several minor competitions took place in which the following were successful: Mr T. W. Evans, Bryn Celyn Miss Annie Evans, Bryn Celyn; Mr W. E. Jones, Dolydd-terrace; and the West End Party.

CAERHUN. HARVEST FESTIVAL.—The harvest festival was held at the Caerhun Parish Church on Friday. In the morning there was a celebration of the Holy Communion. In the afternoon an English service was held, the lessons were read by the Rev J. Davies, B.A., Conway, and the Rev T. H. Richards, M.A., Penmaenmawr, delivered a very eloquent and powerful sermon. In the evening the Welsh service was held, when the lessons were read by the Rev R. Williams, B.A., Llanbedr, and the Rev J. Davies, B.A., Conway, preached. Collections were made in aid of the Missionary Societies. The Church was very tastefully decorated, with vegetables, fruit, grain and flowers.

CONWAY. THE CHORAL SOCIETY. All lovers of music will be glad to learn that the Choral Society have once more arranged an attractive programme of work for the coming wnter months. The first of the practices will take place at the Guild Hall, at 8.15 on Sunday next, the principal composition to be taken in hand being "Judas MaccabEeus." Those wishing to join should at once communicate with the popular Secretary, Mr. R. T. Hughes, Gienva, Woodlands. NOVEMBER ELECTION.-The following are the members who in the ordinary course of events this year retire from office as Councillors on the Conway Corporation :—Mr Thomas Foulkes, Mr Edward Roberts, Mr Henry Jones, and Mr John Williams. It is understood that all four will seek reelection, it being the intention of the Conserv- ative party to bring the following new candidates into the field Mr J. Adey Wells, Mr Fred Jones (Bangor road) and Mr Thomas Davies (Bryn Eithin). PREACHING MEETINGS —Excellent congre- gations were attracted to hear the Rev. Pandy Williams, and Rev. Peter Price, Dowlais, at the Congregational preaching meetings on Tuesday and Wednesday last week. DEATH OF MR THOMAS JONES.—The death occurred on Sunday, at his Rhyl residence, of Mr Thomas Jones, head of the firm of Messrs Thomas Jones, Sons and Company, Liverpool (a gentleman well-known to the townspeople of Conway). There was a large and representative gathering of the Welsh community of Liverpool and district at the funeral at S-iilthdown Road Cemetery on Wednesday. The service was conducted by the Revs. S. T. Jones (Rhyl), Hugh Jones, D.D. (Liver- pool), Owen J. Owen (Rock Ferry), and J. Daniel Evans (Garston), and addresses In Welsh and English eulogising his work and expressing sym- pathy with the relatives were made in the church and at the graveside. The principal mourners were Mrs Jones (widow), Miss Jones, Mrs Morgan Owen and Mrs Thomas (daughters), Mr Lloyd Jones and Mr Henry Jones (sons), Mr Morgan Owen and Mr Thomas (sons-in-law), Mr Howell, Mr Harrison, Messrs. T. H. Jones, W. F. Jones, L. J. Roberts (H. M. Inspector of Schools, Rhyl), Roberts (Uwydfaen), W. Jones Hughes and B. Griffiths (London), Rev. T. H. Richards, Rev. S. T. Jones (Rhyl), Messrs. W. Morris, W. Evans, J. Bolton and Roberts (Hoylake). HARVEST THANKSGIVING SERVICES.- Thanksgiving services, which were very well attended, were held in all churches and chapels in the borough on Wednesday. The Nonconformist services were arranged under the auspices of the Free Church Council, and took the form of united gatherings at the different chapels, morning, afternoon, and evening. At 7.30 in the morning a prayer meeting was held in the Baptist Chapel at 10 a.m., an united service at the Wesleyan Chapel; 2 p.m., united service at Carmel (C. M.) and at 7 p.m., united meeting at Zion. A young people's prayer meeting was also held at Carmel at 5.30. At Gyffin united services were held at the Gyffin C. M. Chapel. The special services at the Parish Church were conducted by the Rev. J. W. Thomas, Vicar of I-Iolywell, and the Rev. D. Jones, Vicar of Abererch.

DEGANWY. HARVEST FESTIVAL.—The harvest thanks- giving service was held in All Saints' Church, Deganwy, on Wednesday, October 3rd. The church was beautifully decorated for the occasion by a band of willing workers, to whom great credit is due. A special anthem had been prepared by the choir, and was well rendered, the solos in which were taken by Miss Rogers and Mr Moses Jones. The preacher was the Rev. J. P. Lewis, M.A., Vicar of Conway, who preached a very impressive and most practical sermon from the text, Be ye merciful, as your Father also is merciful (Luke vi. 36), and was listened to with rapt attention by a crowded congregation. The following were the decorators ;-Comtii union rails, Mrs Bevan Evans choir stalls, Misses Lloyd and Rogers; pulpit, Mrs West, Mrs Rogers, Mrs Madan and Miss Woodward lectern and reading desks, Mrs Hamer vestry rails, Mrs Ed. Jones; windows, Misses Cotterell and Madan; pillars, v I Misses Retliffe font, Miss Gwladys Rogers each of whom brought gifts of flowers. Gifts of flowers, fruit, vegetables, and bread were also sent by Mr and Mrs Wainwright, Mr and Mrs Willoughby Gardner, Mrs Arnold, Mr Sever, Mr Whitaker, Miss Walwork, Miss Adams, Mrs Ockleston, Miss Nevitt, Mr Lees, Masters Bevan and Reggie Evans, Mrs Shaw, Mrs Kirby Smith, Mr John Roberts, Mr Utting, Mrs Ohm, Captain and Mrs Edwards, and a visitor.

COLWYN BAY. ISOLATION HOSPITAL.—Mr. D. Gamble and Mr. E. H. Davies, who were appointed as a sub- committee to deal with the amount of salary pay- able to Mrs. Thompson, matron, reported to the Sanitary Committee of the Council that they had met. After consideration they came to the con- clusion that the matron was entitled to 20s. and 15s. for weekly salary, and payment for provisions at the rate of is. per head per day for in- mates and officials. They were also of opinion that the whole working of the Hospital arrangements required looking into, and that a labourer should be found to attend to the heavy work. The report was adopted, and it was resolved that the same committee, with the addition of the Chairman, be deputed to report on the hospital arrangements. Aletter was read at the same meeting from Dr. T. Edgar Underhill, M.D., Barnet Green, congratula- ting the Council on having such a perfect Isolation Hospital, and expressing appreciation of the care and attention given to his little daughter while, an inmate. DEAFENING NO IS E.-As a result of the fre- quent complaints which have been made from time to time of the noise which is often going on while courts are sitting, the surveyor, Mr William Jones reported to the Highway Committee that he 1 11 had considered the subject, and in order to remedy the complaint he proposed to have the joints of the setts raked out and lay over the same a pitched composition. The estimated cost was £ 3 15s. od. It was decided that this be done. HARVEST FESTIV AL.-A harvest festival ser- vice was held in the Mission Church, Coed Pella road, on Friday evening, when there was a large congregation present. The soecial sermon was preached by the Rev. R. E. Roberts, curate of Mold, while the other clergymen who took part in the service were the Rev. Canon Roberts, Rev. J. H. Hope and the Rev. Rees Morris. In the absence of the Rev. J. H. Hope, the preparation for the musical portion of the service had been entrusted to Mrs Wainwright and Master Ernest Fleet. The choir rendered in a pleasing manner the anthem Give thanks unto the Lord." The church had been splendidly decorated for the occasion, and thanks are due to the following ladies for their work in that direction :—Mrs Hope, Mrs Bond (Leaf wood), Mrs Arthur Morton, Mrs Lloyd Roberts, Mrs Brock, Mrs L. F. Hughes, Mrs Gibbons, Miss Whithouse (Bryn Mostyn), Miss Bullough, Miss Brook, and Miss Roberts (Cheltenham). LECTURE.—It is announced that a lecture is to be given in Colwyn Bay at an early date by the Rev. Meredith J. Hughes, Vicar of Bryn-y- maen, who will take for his subject The intro- duction of Christianity into this country." UP-TO-DATE.—It is understood that a move- ment is on foot to have electric light installed in the Church Room, which will undoubtedly be a great improvement as well as convenience. YOUNG MEN'S SOCIETY.—A well-attended meeting was held in the Church Room on Tues- day evening, for the purpose of discussing arrange- ments for the winter session of the St. Paul's Young Men's Society. The Vicar (the Rev. Canon Roberts) presided at the outset, and on his leaving, the chair was taken by the Rev. J. H. Hope. Several interesting items were discussed, and it was finally decided to form a Parliamentary De- bating Society, to meet fortnightly, and also to have a lecture and occasional smoking concerts. FUNERAL.—The funeral took place on Wednes- day afternoon, at Leamington, of Mr. John Charles Lambart, whose death took place at his Colwyn Bay residence, Gwynfyd, Abergele-road. The de- ceased gentleman was well known in the district, and was uncle of Mrs. Wood, wife of Dr. Wood, of Colwyn. HEALTH.—There were twelve births at Colwyn Bay last month, as compared with 29 during September of last year. The death rate for the month was only 9 per thousand. COLWYN BAY WEDNESDAY F.C.-Tiie second trial match took place on Wednesday, at Rhos Field, between teams representing Probables and Possibles. The team representing Probables eventually triumphed by 4 goals to none. The goals were scored by J. Davies, H. Hughes and W. Barker (2). PRESENTATION TO DR. BROOKS, J.P.— Owing to his leaving the town, Dr. J. E. Brooks has found it necessary to resign his. various pub- lic positions, among them being his connection with the Colwyn Bay Habitation of the Prim- rose League, a fact which is naturally deplored by the members, over whom he has presided as, Ruling Councillor for several years. On Fri- day afternoon, Dr. Brooks held an at home, at the St. Paul's Church Room, this being recog- nised as his last appearance in the capacity of a titular ruling chief of the Habitation. There was a large and fashionable .gathering, amongst those present being the Hon. Mrs. Brodrick, Dame President of the Habitation who. was- ac- companied by the Hon. Laurence Brodrick, Coed Coch. A programme of mixed music was given, the arrangements for this being in the hands of Mr. J. Burwell. Subsequent to this a business meeting of the Habitation was held, and in the course of the business, transacted Dr. Brooks formally tendered his resignation: as' Rul- ing Councillor. Several of those present spoke in 0 terms of regret at Dr. Brooks' decision, and it was afterwards decided that Mr. Mould, of Oakhurst, should be appointed to the vacant office. In the evening the members: of the League again met, on this occasion to present Dr. Brooks with a testimonial in view of his re- signation. The new Ruling Councillor (Mr. 'Mould) presided, and in the course of a char- acteristic speech he expressed sincere regret at the loss the Habitation would sustain by the resignation of Dr. Brooks. To his predecessor he wished a long life and, every prosperity wher- ever he journeyed. At the Chairman's invita- tion the Hon. Mrs. Brodrick then formally handed to Dr. Brooks a very handsome travel- ling case, and in doing so said she was sure her fellow members of the Habitation regarded that as a little tribute of the, general esteem in which they held Dr. Brooks. To the Habitation he had proved a faithful servant, and in that capacity, as well as in that of an even better appreciated friend, they asked him to accept that gift. She could assure him that wherever he went he would, be accompanied by their best wishes. Dr. Brooks, in the course of a felicitous speech, acknowledged the gift, and urged the members of the Habitation to play a still more active part in political affairs of the town, laying particular stress upon the importance of County and Municipal elections from their point of view. The Hon. Laurence Brodirick then also spoke, and, like; the previ- ous speakers, paid a high tribute to the work accomplished by Dr. Brooks, as Ruling Coun- cillor of the Habitation, and in the course of a stirring speech, he amplified the meaning of their motto, "Empire and Liberty." Subsequently, on the motion of Mr. J. E. Fincham, Organising Secretary of the League for North Wales, a re- solution was adopted recommending to the Grand Council of the League the claims, of Dr. Brooks to the Grand Star of the, League. This, the speaker pointed out, was the very highest honour which, could fall to the lot of a Ruling Councillor, and he had' no doubt that the excel- lent services rendered by Dr. Brooks, would be sufficient to warrant the adoption of that meet- ing's recommendations. (Applause.) At the annual meeting, on Wednesday, of the local branch of the R.S.P.C.A., Dr. Brooks read his last report as Chairman of the Committee, and a high tribute was paid to the splendid services he had rendered in that capacity. R.S.P.C.A.—On Wednesday afternoon, at Oak- hurst, by the kindness of Mr. and Mrs. Mould, the annual meeting was held of the local branch of the R.S.P.C.A. A full report of the interest- in gproceedings will be given in our next issue. NEW BOATING REGULATIONS.—On the proposition of Mr. William Davies, the follow- ing resolution was carried at Tuesday's meeting of the District Council, when Mr. J. Herbert Roberts, M.P. (Chairman), presided :—"(1) That the annual general licensing meeting for next year be held before Easter (2) That a register be kept by each licensed boatman, in' which shall be entered, by him the name and address of any person who is entrusted, with a boat un- attended by a boatman the entry must show that such person is fully competent to manage a boat." PRESENTATION.—On Tuesday evening, an interesting event took place at Lewis' Cafe, Abergele Road,, when Mr. W. Jones, Vice-Cap- tain of the Colwyn Bay Football Club, was the recipient of a purse of money subscribed by his many friends in: Colwyn Bay. The presentation was made on behalf of those 'concerned by Mr. Bithell. Mr. Jones is shortly leaving Colwyn Bay for San Francisco, where it is hoped he will have a prosperous career.

GYFFIN. SOAR WESLEYAN CHAPEL.-SerN,ices next Sunday, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Mr. J. T. Owen, Pen- maenmawr. PULPIT.—The Rev. J. O. Jones will preach at Siloh C. M. Chapel, on Sunday evening next.

LLANDUDNO. LORD MOSTYN'S CONCESSIONS.-A special meeting of the Llandudno Council was held on Friday in connection with the steps to be taken to arrest the leak in the embankment of Lake Dulyn, whence the water supply is obtained. The Chair man (Mr. Marks) stated that the clerk and himself had just had a pleasant interview with Lord Mostyn, at which several outstanding matters had been settled and others advanced towards solution. Regarding the vexed question of footpaths, Lord Mostyn stated that it was his intention to open several paths of general use and pleasure to residents and visitors, but they would be opened on sufferance only with a view to the protection of tenants whose fields they would traverse.— (Applause.)

LLANDUDNO JUNCTION. CYFARFOD CYHOEDDUS.—Nos Lun, yn ysgol ddyddiol Pensarn, cynhaliwyd cyfarfod o drethdalwyr y lie hwn. Yr oedd nifer luosog wedi dyfod ynghyd. Etholwyd Mr. D. C. Griffith yn gadeirydd, a gwnaeth ei ran yn wir ddeheuig. Yr oedd dyddordeb mawr yn cael ei gymeryd yn y gweithrediadau, a'r teimlad cyffred- inol ydoedd fod yn bryd symud ymlaen er cael amryw welliantau gwir anghenrheidiol yn y lie. Yr oedd y gweithrediadau ar brydiau yn hynod o frwdfrydig. Pasiwyd yn unfrydol fod cymdeithas yn cael ei lfurfio, sef Cymdeithas Trethdalwyr y Gyffordd." Ffurfiwyd pwyllgor cryf a dylan- wadol o ddynion mwyaf blaenllaw y lie, ac ethol- wyd Mr. J. H. Irlam yn ysgrifenydd dros amser. Bydd y pwyllgor yn cyfarfod yn fuan, a buaswn yn caru galw eu sylw at gyflwr difrifol heolydd y lie, ac hefyd y priodoldeb o oleuo y lie yn yr hwyr. Mae'n wir fod ychydig lampau wedi eu gosod, ond fel y dywed y Sais y maent yn Few and far between," a gwaeth na'r cwbl mae y sawl a'u gosododd wedi anghofio rhoddi olew ynddynt, ac wrth gwrs gan fod y pethau hyn felly, nid oes oleuni ond tywyllwch dudew yn teyrnasu.—TRETHDALWR.

Ratepayers and Trade Unionists A NEW IDEA. At a public meeting of ratepayers held at Llan- dudno Junction, on Monday night, it was unani- mously decided to form a ratepayers' association for the district. A discussion arose as to whether one of the objects of the association was to protect the tradesmen in the matter of public contracts, &c. Mr Irlam suggested that the committee should have power to do so, if they thought fit, to reserve Junction work for Junction men. Mr David Morris strongly objected to the association interfer- ing between master and man. Their object should be to guard the interests of the ratepayers generally and not to bother their heads with trade unionists. The Chairman said it was a new idea to introduce trade unionism at a ratepayers' meeting, which consisted of both masters and servants. It would be suicidal for the association to favour one section of its members only. The proposal was not pressed, and a strong committee was appointed to carry on the work of the association.

LLANGERNIEW. SUNDAY SCHOOL MEETING.- The Sunday School meeting (Cyfarfod Ysgol) of the C.M. Sunday Schools of the Llangerniew district was held on Sunday, at Llangerniew Chapel. Delegates attended from Gwytherin, Cae'rgraig, Pandy Tudur, Ty'n Pant, Cefn Coch, Garnedd and Llan- gerniew. It was decided to ask forthwith for the opinion of the various Sunday Schools as to the advisability of holding a Sunday School Assembly (Cymanfa Ysgolion) next year. A plan of the order of the meetings was also drawn out, with subjects of discussion and openers and speakers for the current year. In the morning meeting, the subject under discussion was Faithfulness with the means of grace," opened by Mr. David Davies, Gwytherin, followed by Messrs. Elias Davies, Garnedd, P. H. Roberts, Cae'rgraig, and others. The Junior Division was catechized in The Mother's Gift" (Rhodd illaiii) chapter v. the Middle Division in Acts, chapter ii, and the Senior Division in The Christian Instructor (Yr Hyfforddivy) chapter vii. AINON (B) CHAPEL.—The Ainon (B) congre- gation'held their harvest thanksgiving services last week.

RHOS-ON-SEA. JUMBLE SALE IN THE CHURCH ROOM. -We have pleasure in directing attention to the announcement, which appears in another column, that the jumble sale at Llandrillo takes place on Saturday, October 20th. Any contributions will be gratefully accepted, and on receipt of a post card addressed to Mrs Evans, St. Trillo Vicarage, Colwyn Bay, a cart will be sent for goods. Men's and children's clothing and ladies' costumes find the best sale.

TALYBONT. ROYAL COMMJSSION.—The following have been appointed to collect evidence for the Royal Commission, appointed to enquire into the state of religion in the Principality :—Mr Edward Anwyl Evans, Tvn'ddol Castell Mr William Williams, Tydu, Llanbedr Mr David Williams, Ardda, Dol- garrog; Mr William Thomas, Garregwen Mr Thomas Roberts, Penygraig, Llanbedr. EVENING iCHOOL.-The evening school will be opened on Tuesday evening next, and it is to be hoped that the young people of the neighbour- hood will take advantage of it. A fee of 2s. 6d. for the session will be charged.

TREFRIW. WEDDING.—On Wednesday, at St. Mary's Church, the marriage took place of Mr Robert Roberts, Plough Square, Llanrwst, and Miss Annie Evans, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert Evans, Trefriw Terrace, The bridesmaid was Miss Harris, Nantucha', Trefriw, and the best man was Mr Pierce Evans, brother of the bride, who was given away by her father. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. John Gower (Rector). The happy couple left for Liverpool, where the honeymoon will be spent. The presents were both numerous and costly.

¡ EGLWYSBACH. LECTURE.—The Rev Gomer Lewis, D.D., was advertised to deliver a lecture at the schools last Friday night. Unfortunately owing to some un- avoidable circumstances, Mr Lewis was unable to attend and his place was taken by the Rev B. D. Harris, who delivered a lecture entitled Nain a'i hystranciau." PREACHING MEETING.- The members of Bethania C.M. Chapel have decided to hold their next annual preaching meeting on the 6th and 7th of June, 1907. The Revs T. C. Williams, M.A., and John Williams (Brynsciencyn) have promised to officiate. HONOUR.—We are glad to understand that Mr Evan Evans, Pennant-terrace, has been elected chairman of the Vale of Conway Sunday School meeting.

LLANRWST. PREACHERS.-Tlle following will be the preachers for next Sunday: Zion (C.M.): Rev. Richard Humphreys, Liverpool. Scotland Street (C.M.): Rev. Thos. Lloyd, Bethesda. Horeb (W.) Mr Thos. Roberts, Bettws-y-Coed. Ed. Davies, Penniachno. Tabernacle (C.): Rev W. Cynwyd Williams. Ebenezer (C.): Student. Penuel (B.) Mr. Stirrip, Llangefni. St. James (W.) (English): Mr Tomkinson, Colwyn Bay. Parish Church Rector. Rev. T. Felix. St. Mary's (English): Rev. T. Felix. Rector. Breton (R.C.) Mission. Holy Communion 8 Parochial Mass, ii i Welsh Service, 6.30. Father Trébaol. O.M.I. BRADFORD HOUSE.—The popular MIL- LINERY ESTABLISHMENT is now showing the latest designs in stylish millinery, both French and English, at moderate prices.—Pro- prietor, J. SMITH WILLIAMS. 602 SEND YOUR REPAIRS to practical workmen. We are unequalled for promptness, because all our repairs are being done in our own Workshop, we are not in the hands of others to disappoint us.—Note address, Robert Berry, Watchmaker, Llanrwst. 577 OWEN WILLIAMS, jeweller and silversmith, has now opened his new premises witn a high- class assortment of gold and silver goods. In- spection invited at Crown Buildings. 576 HARVEST FESTIVAL.-The Harvest Festival will he held un Monday next, when the day will be observed as a general holiday. The Church services will all be held at the Parish Church, and will be held as follows :—8 a.m., Holy Communion 11 a.m., English service and sermon by the Rev Alban Llovd, Vicar of Pentrevoelas 2.30, Har- vest Cantata," by the combined choirs 6 p.m., Welsh service and sermon by the Rev Lodwir Ellis, Vicar of Bettws Abergele. The Nonconformists will hold a united prayer meeting at Zion Chapel, at 7.30 a.m. This will be the young peoples meet- ing, but open to everyone at 10 a.m., 2 and 6.30 p.m., the meetings will be held at Horeb and Scotland-street. TRAP ACCIDENT.-About nine o'clock on Saturday morning, as a trap, the property of Mr William Williams, Henblas, was being driven to town down Llangerniew-road, and when near the Po'ice Station, the girth snapped, with the result that the shafts went up in the air, precipitating its occupants comfortably on the road. The horse became frightened, tore away down Denbigh-street at a terrific pace, dragging the vehicle behind him, until he reached the Foundry, where he came in contact with another conveyance, the impact causing the animal to be freed from the vehicle. He continued his wild career until he came opposite the Metropolitan Bank, where he was brought to a standstill. The incident created considerable excitement, but fortunately no one was injured. NEW GUARDIANS.—To fill the vacancy caused by the death of the late Mr David Williams, two nominations were made, namely, Mr Evan Evans, London House, and Mr Hugh Roberts, Ash Grove. The former, however, withdrew, and con- sequently Mr Roberts was elected, for the vacancy in the Parish of Eidda, Mr. David Jones, Pennant, Eidda, was elected unopposed. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.-Tlle opening meeting of the Session was held on Wed- nesday, Mr Maurice Williams presiding. Mr Thomas, National School, spoke on "Some blots in our present Education System," and openly ad- vocated several changes in the system. An interest- ing discussion followed. THE RECENT BAZAAR.—A meeting of the committee in connection with the above bazaar was held at the Church-house, on Thursday, when it was resolved that a Sale of Work should be held on the 6th of December, when the remainder of the articles left after the bazaar will be offered for sale. In the meantime arrangements are being made for the supply of additional articles. THE DUST NUISANCE.—Many are the com- plaints regarding the raising of dust by motor- cars, but this week it was our privilege to wit- ness a novel but simple machine for the raising of dust from carpets, cloth, &c. This little in- vention is to be seen working any day at Mr. T. R. Jones', "The Harp Cycle Stores." The tests which we witnessed proved thoroughly satisfac- tory. Even dust placed on the floor underneath the carpet was sucked through the material. This device will prove invaluable to hotel pro- prietors and those in charge of public halls. INDISPOSED.—We regret to say that the Rector, the Rev. John Morgan, has been indis- posed, having contracted a severe cold a. fort- night ago. He has been confined to his room throughout last week, his duties on Sunday being taken, by the Rev. Thomas Roberts-, Fron Eiriau. Upon enquiry this week, however, we are pleased to say that he is much improved, and has now been able to leave his room. CHURCH MEN'S SOCIETY.—A meeting of this Society was held on Monday evening, at the Church House, presided over (in the absence of the Rector through illness) by the Rev. T. Felix. Mr. Thomas gave an address upon "The Origin of the Church in Wales, and its union with the Church of England." The address was listened to with keen interest, and was followed by a short discussion. Those taking part were Rev. Thomas Roberts, Messrs. C. T. Allard, Albert Hughes, and R. H. Jones. RURAL PARISH COUNCIL.—The monthly meeting of the Rural Council was held on Tues- day, Mr. John Roberts, J.P., presiding. There were also present Mr. Roger Hughes (Vice-Chair- man), the Rev. H. Rawson Williams, Messrs. William Evans, William Williams, Owen Owens, Isaac Hughes, David Owen, David Lewis, Edward Edwards, and John Davies; with the Clerk (Mr. R. R. Owen), and the Sur- veyor (Mr. M. Roberts).—At the outset of the meeting Mr. William Evans said he wished to say a few words by way of congratulations to the Chairman on his elevation to the position of Justice of the Peace.—This was seconded by Mr. Roger Hughes (Vice-Chairman), and supported by the whole members of the Board.—The Chairman suitably returned thanks. —The Clerk informed the Council that the contract for the repairing of the Glan Rhyd Stones had been let to Messrs Hughes & Rowlands, Colwyn Bay, but as yet the contract had not been signed.— The action of the Committee was then approved of.—The Medical Officer reported that the num- ber of births for the month of August was 12, and 9 deaths, as compared with 7 births and 5 deaths for the corresponding period last year.- The Surveyor suggested that the work of im- provement at Pandy be now put off until the spring, as he required the men in other parts.— This suggestion was agreed to. EDUCATION AUTHORITY.—A meeting of the Education Authority was held on Tuesday, Mr. W. J. Williams, J.P., presiding. Others present were Rev. H. R. Williams (Vice-Chair- man), Rev. W. Cynwyd Williams, Mr. E. Mills, J.P., Mr. J. Roberts, J.P., Mr. J. R. Williams, J.P., Dr. Owen, Mr. William Hughes, J.P., Mr. T. R. Jones, and Mr. O. Isgoed Jones, J.P. with the Assistant Clerk (Mr. E. Thomas), and the Attendance Officer (Mr. Thomas Williams). At the outset of the meeting Rev. Cynwyd Williams moved a vote of congratulation to iMessrs. W. J. Williams, E. Mills, J. Roberts, and J. R. Williams, on their elevation to the position of Justices of the Peace.—This was seconded by Mr. Rawson Williams, supported by Mr. T. R. Jones, and passed unanimously.—Mr W. J. Williams thanked them for the vote on behalf of himself and the others. He thought there was something more in this than the mere fact that they had been appointed magistrates, and that was that they were all Nonconformists, and it was clear that Nonconformity had, at last been recognised.—Tenders for the supply of coal for the winter months were opened, and the tender of Mr. Robert Evans, Trefriw, being the lowest, was accepted.—The Rev. W. J. Jones was appointed manager of the Eglwysbach school instead of the Rev. W. G. Williams, who has left.—A letter was read from Mr. R. J. Williams, George Street, Llanrwst, stating that his daugh- ter, Olwen, had received a letter from head- quarters stating that her time of apprenticeship was up since July, 1905.The Chairman ex- plained that there was a mistake somewhere, as that was not so, and he thought that it was probable that the error arose owing to the ab- sence of Mr. J. C. Davies, the Organiser, who has been away under a serious operation.—The same was thought regarding the staffing of the school at Capel Garmon, the Master having written stating that no notice had been taken of his request for an addition to the staff at his school.—The attendance sheet showed an in- creased average attendance for September of .6, the two highest schools being Gwytherin, with 95.6, and Llanddoget with 95.4. WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE SOCIETY.—The opening meeting was held on Friday afternoon, at the Vestry Room, Horeb, when there was an excellent attendance. The meeting having been opened by Miss Jones, George-street, an address was given by the President, Mrs Thomas, Frondeg. Mrs. Rowlands, Grove House, gave a full account of the temperance festival at Machynlleth. The officers elected for the coming session were :—President, Mrs. Thomas, Frondeg vice-president, Mrs Williams, Preswylfa treasurer, Miss Jones, George-street secretary, Miss Blodwen Mills. Mrs J. M. Williams, Gwynfa, acted as accompanist. FOR WEST AFRICA.-Two miners, named Hugh Parry and D. O. Roberts, left on Saturday for West Africa. This is the second visit by Roberts. WEDDING. On Thursday, at Bethlehem Congregational Chapel, Rhosllanerchrugog, the marriage took place of Mr John Hughes, Gwernfor, Llanrwst, and Miss Sallie Pritchard, Pentredwr, Rhos. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Robert Roberts, in the presence of a large number of friends and well-wishers. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss E. Pritchard, whilst Mr Samuel Roberts, Dolwvd, acted as best man. The happy couple left in the afternoon for Shrews- bury, where the honeymooll will be spent. FISHIN(i.-With the advent of fresh water, fishermen are to be seen in good numbers. Some sport has been reported, notably that of Mr Roth- well, who on Tuesday secured, below the Wall Pool, a salmon weighing 23-J-lbs., whilst in the Well Pool, a little higher up, the same angler had a ten minutes' fight with a fish which he reckons would turn the scale at folbs. St. Mary's Church, Llanrwst. AN INTERESTING OLD LETTER DIS- COVERED. The letter, of which we give a copy, gives an interesting account of the laying of the foundation stone of our St. Mary's Church in 1841. It was written by the Rector, the Rev T. G. Roberts, to the Rev H. Holland Edwards, Prebendary of West- minster Abbey. It will be of interest to all gener- ally, and especially to those who may have been present at the ceremony :— Nothing could exceed the success of yesterday's proceedings. The brilliancy of the day, the immense assemblage of people, such as has never before, I believe, been seen at Llanrwst, the cheerfulness and yet the quiet orderly demeanour that prevailed throughout, and the decent reverence that was paid to the ceremony of laying the first stone, contributed to render the whole a most imposing, as well as interesting sight. At 12 o'clock the procession started from the town. It consisted of two friendly clubs, the Society of Oddfellows, the Church Com- mittee, Sir Watkin's tenants, the Church Singers and children of the Llanrwst Sunday School, and those of the Llanddoget National School-flags flying and two bands playing. It was a far more numerous proceesion than any one recollects to have ever seen here. On arriving at the ground, the different clubs and Sir Watkin's tenants took their places on either side outside of the foundation trench, and at the East end. The Church Com- mittee occupied the site of the tower-the ladies sat in front of the Committee, behind them (the ladies) the bands, and the Church Singers and children at the East end. The rest of the field and the trees around were filled with spectators. The Church Singers and children then sang a hymn- after which I made a short address in the course of which I announced your munificent gift. When I first alluded to it, great-as I was afterwards told, was the conjecturing whence this splendid donation was to come-some supposing that Sir Watkin, others that Lord Willoughby had bestowed it. But when I announced the nature and extent of the gift, no one could, or I believe did, hesitate for a moment to ascribe it to the only source from whence such extraordinary bounty could flow in upon us. It was a most popular announcement, and will, I have no doubt, assist us materially in obtaining small subscriptions in our immediate neighbour- hood. I hope that the gratitude now expressed for your goodness will be lasting and sincere, and that fervent prayers will be offered up by many for blessings on your head. After the before-mentioned short address, I proceeded to offer up a prayer. The stone was then laid in due form-the architect handing the silver trowel to Mr Boulger. Then all the people shout- ed,' the band played God save the Queen,' and the Gwydir cannons were fired. Then followed another prayer—the singers sang another hymn- I pronounced the blessing, and the procession re- turned to the town. It went to the ground by way of Denbigh Street and School bank and returned by this house. The orderly conduct of the people and their respectful attention to the ceremony was gratifying in the extreme. We are all satisfied here that as the great man could not be had, we could not have fixed on a properer person to lay the stone than Mr Boulger—not only on account of his worth, but also as testifying through him our respect for you. At four o'clock in the evening Glanyborth (The Rectory) exhibited a very lively scene. All the school children and the singers drank tea on the grass in front of the house. Many ladies and gentlemen attended to see them, the former kindly assisting in the arrangements. The clubs marched in and wheeled round at the door, where their band played. Soon after they had gone, the Oddfellows in their gay uniform marched in with their band and escorted myself and the gentlemen who hap- pened to be with me to the Eagles, where the day was concluded with a good dinner, and harmony and good humour."—(Llanrwst Parish Magazine.) TUDUR. Cyflwynedig i Mr T. H. Hughes (Eryl Menai), ar ben blwydd Tudur Bach. Eich Tudur, yn bur y boed-ei einioes Anwyl hyd i henoed Gain angel gwyn, ieuengoed, Yw y mab bach yn bump oed. Llanrwst. R.E.