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

COLWYN BAY. KELLY & CO., STATION ROAD, have a choice selection of Fur Necklets, Muffs, and Coats at very moderate prices. The Millinery Department is under Mrs. Kelly's direct control, and all orders entrusted have personal attention. Mantles, Coats, and Paletots are in abundance. 2369 VICTOR ALBERT, watchmaker, jeweller, and optician, Conway-road, Colwyn Bay. for all kinds of jewellery, silver plate, watches, clocks, and repairs. Specialities: Beautifully enamel- led Souvenir spoons, 4s. 6d. each; reliable watches, 5s. each. 2302 NORTH CHINA MISSION.—Two interest, ing meetings in support of the North China Mis- sion (the first held in North Wales) were held on October 1 sit and 2nd; the first at Old Colwyn, addressed by the General Secretary, and the second at Colwyn Bay, also addressed by the Rev. Mackwood Stevens. The proceeds amounted to over £7. The Society is urgently in need of support in order to continue its bene- ficient work in China. CHEAP LODGINGS.—At a special Court held on Monday morning, before Messrs. J. Wood (in the chair) and John Williams, Peter Riley, Manchester, Thomas Williams, Cardiff, and Thos. Jones, Hoylake, navvies, were charged by Sergeant Jones-Rees with sleeping out in the lime-kilns at Llysfaen on the previous evening. The Sergeant said that in company with Police Constables Rowlands and Owen he visited the lime-kilns at n.30 on the previous evening and there found the three prisoners sleeping. He brought them down to Colwyn Bay and locked them up. Riley and Jones each had in their possession is., whilst Williams possessed only a halfpenny. Riley in his defence said that, he had the money to pay for lodgings, but had failed to get any. Plausible tales were also told by the other defendants, and the magistrates, after administering a caution, dismissed the prisoners on their promising to immediately leave the town. THE PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY.—This new Society, with Mr. Gurney Barnett as con- ductor, held their first rehearsal- in the Old Council Room, Station-road, on Tuesday even. ing, when there was a very good attendance. The Society will hold their rehearsals on Tues- day evenings at 8.15, and next week they will commence to rehearse the popular cantata, "St. Cecilia's Day," by J. B. Van Bree. It is hoped that all who intend joining the Society will en- deavour to be present, next Tuesday. SATURDAY'S REPLAYED CUP TIE.—On Saturday, the Penrhois Ground will witness a renewal of last season's struggles for supremacy iin the first round of the Coast Senior Cup be- tween the Gulls of Colwyn Bay and the Jack- daws of Conway. The draw of last Saturday necessitates this, and the Gulls are confident of victory over the Jackdaws, in this replay. Still, one never knows. The following will represent Colwyn Bay:—Goal, Hallwood; backs, W. T. Jones and O. E. Williams; halves, Ned Griffiths, T. NkCann (captain), and T. Well- ings; forwards, Moss Jones, W. Jones, D. H. 11 Skelsey, Stanley Hughes, and J. Ll. Owen. Kick off at 3 o'clock. DISTINGUISHED VISITORS.—It is interest. ing to, hear that on. the 31st instant, Colwyn Bay will be honoured by a visit from Lord Dart- mouth and Lord Kenyon, who, are announced to speak at the .formal opening of the new Consti- tutional Club, Colwyn Bay. A meeting is to be held in the Pier Pavilion in the evening. ST. JOHN'S GUILD.—To-night (Thursday), at the St. John's Wesleyan Guild, a viiisit will be paid by 'Mr. Walter Bradburn, A.R.C.M., L.R.A.M., of Liverpool, and he will be accom- panied by Mr. J. R. Jones, the tenor. The re- cital takes place at 7.30 in the Schoolroom, and will, no doubt, be well patronised. INAUGURATION OF THE TRAM SER- VICE.—On Thursday, a very interesting trial trip on the Light Railway was made from the terminus at Rhos-on-Sea, for Dale-street, Llan- dudno terminus. Messrs. A. H. Moorhouse (general manager), Mr. Ivey (Parliamentary Agent for the Company), Mr. Tudman, (manager of the.Urban District Council Electricity Works, Colwyn Bay), Mr. G. W. Stephenson, and Mr. Thomas (representing the firm of contractors who supplied the cars), Mr. W. F. Tuffin (roll- ing stock superintendent), Mr. Councillor Joseph Dicken, and others were the party that enjoyed the novelty, which on Saturday is to become a public privilege. A start was made .shortly before eleven, and the car was driven by Mr. Stephenson, who proved an adept at the business. The steep rise in Penrhyn Hill was easily negociated, and the descent on the Llan- dudno side, where brake power is necessary, 'amply demonstrated what good work has been done. At one part of the hill ithe car was sud- denly stopped while the working of the magnetic brake was explained, and it is interesting to note that by means of this apparatus the cars be pulled up in the very short distance of half their own length. As the approach to the town of Llandudno wrasreached there were many per- sons about who watched with curious eyes the actual advent of the long-talked-of tram. The whole journey to Dale-istreet, through Mostyn- ,street and the Gloddaeth Boulevard, was brim- ful of interest. The journey was made in 45 ..minutes; but when the service Proper is in full .swing the journey from Rhos to Dale-street will occupy halif-an-hour. The party returned to Rhos a little after mid-day. The cars are of pretty design, tastily and not gaudily painted, and the comfort of the passengers has been made a special study. They have been supplied by Messrs. Mountain & Gibson, electric railway and tramway engineers, Elton Fold Works, Bury. During this week the drivers and conductors have been "rehearsing" their duties for the pub- lie opening that takes place on Saturday, when there is sure to be a good number of people eager to avail themselves of the opportunity of a ride in the cars on the opening day. BIBLE STUDY CLASS.—A Bible Studv Class has been commenced for the winter season at the rooms of the Y.M.C.A., and the second meeting was held on Monday evening, when there was a most encouraging attendance, show- ing the interest taken in the work. The subject of "The Incarnation" was opened by the General Secretary, Mr. S. Johnston, and a free discussion followed by the members. PLEASANT SUNDAY EVENINGS.—The second pleasant Sunday evening at the Y.M.'C.A. took place on Sunday evening, when the room was full of members and friends. Some dozen visitors paid a visit to the headquarters and were ,cheered by the feeling of Christian brother- hood that was evident. The meeting was more of a social character, several ,solos being sung by friends. It is intended to hold the meetings every Sunday evening after church services. CHILDREN'S HARVEST THANKSGIVING SERVICE AT ST. PAUL'S.—On Sunday after- noon a special service for children in connec- tiion with the harvest festival took place, when 'there was a large number of young people pre- sent. The children were addressed by the Rev. P. R. Turner, of Haddon Lodge, Colwyn Bay, (missionary from South Africa), and a collection was made in aid of the Waifs and Strays Fund. TRINITARIAN BIBLE SOCIETY—A service and two meetings in connection with the above will be held in the Congregational Church and Lecture Hall, Abergele-road, on Sunday even- ing, when the Rev. J. C. Smith (Association, Secretary) will preach at the evening .service. On Tuesday, at three o'clock, the same speaker will give a Bible reading in the Lecture Hall on "The Epiistle to the Romans," with diagram of structure. The chair will be taken by the Rev. James Feather. At 7.30 the Rev. J. C. Smith- will -address a public meeting in the Lecture Hall upon "The testimony and work of the Trinitarian Bible Society," the Rev. Thomas Lloyd in the chair. ENGLISH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.— Yesterday (Wednesday) evening the pastor (the Rev. John Edw.ards) and Mrs. Edwards, enter- tained the members of the Presbyterian Church at a social gathering, and a very interesting pro- gramme of music was given under the direction of Mr. S. Glynne Jones, B.A. HARVEST FESTIVAL IN THE 'CHURCHES.—On Wednesday evening last, at St. Paul's Church, a service of thanksgiving and praise was held, and this was the initial service of a series that was to follow at the other Churches connected with St. Paul's. The Church was beautifully decorated by a band of willing workers- with delightful effect. The special preacher was the Rev. T. J. Evans, M.A., Vicar of Rock Ferry. A Welsh service was held on Thursday evening at St. David's Church, which had also been nicely decorated and a 'special sermon preached by the Rev. T. Llechid Jones, B.A., Vicar of Yspytty I.,fan. At the Mission Church, iin Coed Pella-road, on Fri- day evening, a service was held, when the Rev. D. J. James, M.A., of Llandudno Junction, was the preacher. The festival was continued in all the Churches, on Sunday. The collections were iin aid of the Cottage Hospital. THE ELECTRICITY W 0 R K S.—The Electric Light Workis of the Urban District Council, which was started for general supply in 1901, has been developed from time to time. The total amount borrowed for the concern is 7,29,134, £2,947 of which has .been rep-aid. The total capital expenditure during the year ending 31st March last was £ 2,599 2!S. 3d., and the total expenditure -since inauguration has been (26,595, leaving a balance in the treasurer's hands of £ 2,538 131s. 7d., less an overdraft on treasurer's revenue account of 1932 IIS. iod., representing a balance of £1,606 is. gd. The working of the past year, like that of the pre- vious one, has been very .successful financially, the net profit after payment of part principal and interest and allowance for public lighting being £ 277 ii.s. gd. It is interesting to note that while the quantity of current generated jumped from 65,233 units in 1902 to 116,106 in 1903, the total quantity for 1907 was 211,233 units. Mr. Tudman, the capable engineer and manager, is to be -congratulated upon the continued and in- creasing suoces-s of the important concern under his control, which is proving such a valuable asset to the ratepayers. DEATH OF MRS. ROWLANDS, BOD IVOR.-It is, with great regret we learn that Mrs. Elizabeth Rowlands, wife of Mr. Richard Rowlands, contractor, Bod Ivor, Erw Wen- road, passed away on Tuesday, at the age of 50, after only a few days' illness, the cause of death being pneumonia. A native of Ll-ysfaen, Mrs. Roberts and her husband have lived at Colwyn Bay for about fourteen years, and she leaves a family of eight children to mourn her loss. She was a respected member of the Welsh T^resleyan chapel, an-d well-known for her active and faithful work in all affairs connected with the chapel. The greatest sympathy is felt for Mr. Rowlands (who is a local preacher with the Wesleyan Methodiilsts) and family in the in- estimable loss they have sustained. The funeral takes place on Saturday, leaving the house at half-paat twelve for Colwyn Cemetery. INDEPENDENT'S PREACHING MEETINGS. —Commencing on Tuesday evening at Salem Welsh Congregational Chapel, the annual preach- ing meetings of this body were held, and continued all day yesterday (Wednesday), and were well attended. The preachers were the Rev J. Lewis Williams, B.A., Liverpool, and'the Rev H. Elvet Lewis, B.A., London. The sermons of both these divines were very telling in their eloquenoe, and embraced many phases of the true aud practical Christian life, and made a great impression upon all who were present.

COLWYN BAY LIST OF VISITORS. PWLLYCROCHAN HOTEL. J. S. Littlewood, Esq, resident Mrs Littlewood, do James Rickett, Esq. London Miss Wright, Derby Miss Vacher, London Miss Whitehead, do Miss L. B. Douglas, do Mrs Gibbons, Liverpool Miss Gibbons, do Mrs Eddie Fisher, family, nurses, and chauffeur, Huddersfield A. Higgins, Esq, London Miss Congreve and maid, London Mrs Gifford, Dublin Miss Murdock, do George Massey. Esq, Sale Miss Massey, do Miss Maud Massey and friends, do Miss Crosfield, Liverpool Mrs Benyon, Bewdley Mrs de Lange, Winchester Mrs Arthur Rathbone, Formby The Rev J. R. Luimoore, Bakewell The Rev J. S. Luxmoore, Chester G. Strafford Walsh, Esq, Chelford Mrs Strafford Walsh, do Miss Moore, Worcester H. Percival Williams, Esq, Urmston Hubert Congreve. Esq, Moore Miss Lowte, Camberley The Rev J, H. Steuff, Stalybridge The Rev A. J. Evans, Halstead J. Withers, Esq, Duffield Mrs Withers, do L, Simon, Esq, Bowdon Mrs Simon, do Miss Williams, Southport W. Oulton, Esq, Liverpoel RI S. Oultoti, Esq, do E. Clegg, Esq, Milnrows J. Barnes, Esq, do W. Hawkins, Esq. Higher Broughton Miss Foulkes-Jones, Machynlleth COLWYN BAY HOTEL. W. Whitehead, Esq, Manchester Howe, Esq, do I, R. F. Smith, Esq, Salop Mrs Smith, do Walker, Esq, Rochdale Mrs Walker, do Mrs S. S. Whiteley, Huddersfield Miss Whiteley, do J. Bowker, Esq, Manchester C. W. Ashcroft, Esq, Liverpool C. H. Mitchell, Esq, do Mrs Mitchell, do F. Sankey, Esq, Bilston MrsSankey, do J. Mack, Esq, Bootle J. Blamiers, Esq, Huddersfield Mrs Blamiers and child, do Alt. J. Raine, E q, Newcastle-on-Tyne J. E. Raine. Esq, Tynemouth G. Taylor, Esq, Chester Mrs Taylor, do J. E. Henderson, do Mrs Batty, Southport T. Tinsley, Esq, Liverpool Mrs Tinsley, do Mrs S. Mason Hutchinson, do J. Dootson, Esq, Bolton Mrs Dootson, and child, do Miss Hilda Dootson, do H. Crompton, Esq, London H. L. Reade, Esq, do James Heald, Esq HOTEL METROPOLE. Mrs Hartley, Warrington Miss Hartley, do R. D. Hadley, Esq, Wolverhampton Mrs Hadley, do John Lowry, Esq, do A Hayward, Esq, Weston Super Marl P. Gorham, Esq. Portishead H. W. Antill, Esq, London H. Hakey. Penarth James Gew, Manchester W. Inglis, Esq. Liverpool James Moore, Esq, Glasgow VV. F. Cooke, Esq, London Chas. Wade, Esq, Leeds Mrs Wade, do E. H. Orchard, Esq, Birmingham R. W. Roberts, Esq, Chester J. E. Gresly. Manchester VV. Cass, Birmingham W. H. Hayman, Newport, Mon F. Hewton, Leeds IMPERIAL HOTEL. Mr Lewis, Altrincham Mr Baglay Mr Butt, Manchester Mr Brann Mr Jobson Mrs Leslie, Harrogate Mr Willis, Manchester Mr Watkis Mr Cartwright Mr Smith, Llysfaen Mr Harry Jacobson, Liverpool Mr Burgess, Stafford Mr Richards, Manchester Mr'Barton, London Mr Jones, Crewe Mr McCulloch, Edinburgh Mr Davidson, Buxton Mr Dale, Liverpool Mr Bain, Marlborough Mr Berrie, Manchester LOCKYER'S PRIVATE HOTEL. Mr and Mrs Pilling, Huddersfield Mrs Ireson, Chester Mrs Ward, Leeds Mr and Mrs Mather, Bradford Misses Heap, Rochdale Mrs Williams, Kingstown Miss Williams, do Mr and Mrs Sheldon, Birmingham Miss Mangles, Rochdale Miss Fry, Manchester Mrs Jones, Bramhall Miss Farrar, do Mr Turner, Ashton-under-Lyne Miss Turner. do Mrs Hoyle, Latchford Miss Hoyle, do Mr and Mrs j. Hoyle, do Mr S. Hoyle, do Miss Stubbs, Southport PRINCES DRIVE. N orthfield- F. J. Hood, Esq, Sale Mrs Hood and baby, do Mr Marks, Manchester Miss Perkins, Burbage

RHOS-ON-SEA. INTERESTING WEDDING.—A large n^j ber of personal friends of Miss Mabel Hej5,r-i'|o's Dinarth-road, were present at St. rw<& Church -on Thursday to witness her rna3rrlafl, with Mr. John Smith, of Long Houghton d,diflg Long Houghton, Cumberland. The we ^as was of a quiet, nature, and the, bride, who charamngly attired, was given away ^s, mother, Mrs. Heard. The bridegroom's the Misses Smith, -and Mr. and Mrs- of Northumberland, were al-so present d the ceremony, which was performed oy Vicar, the Rev E. James Evans, M.A- ^eil happy couple left in the -afternoon, for honeymoon tour in -the Lake District.

OLD COLWYN. ure LOCAL SUCCESS.—We have much pleas in congratulating Mr. David Morris, P,e^ ^.g Farm. Old Colwyn, in having won with mare, "Rostherne Madge," the prize 'aW,a^f^4ety the Abergele Show by the Shire Horse lor the best shire mare iin the show. We stand that Mr. Morris hajs already received a. Society's .silver medial, and it must be to h:tl9 source of great satisfaction that he has 1 of beaten "Forest Daisv." the champion the last Llan-rwist Show. Mr. Morris bo^s^ "Rostherne Madge" from Lord Egerton-s_ so|Vfu and it is the gener-al opinion of well-k11 judges of horse-flesh that she has a V mising future in front of her, seeing that S :rise 'ti only coming three years old, and his en.terp.al in securing such a valuable and -sound we will be fully justified in the show ring^ a hope that his progressive example Will., d lesson for others to go in for nothing but for and thoroughly reliable stock, especially breeding purposes. r. CYMDEITHAS LENYDDOL.—Cafwyd cy^ fod hwyliog nos Lun diweddaf. Free Trade.aIr Protection" oedd testyn y ddadl. Dadleua Thomas Parry, Sea View, o blaid PfC?te^, pjee a Mr Henry Williams, Green Hill, o blaid Trade." Cafwyd anerchiadau grymus gan y tri frawd. Cymervvyd rhan yn y ddadl gan l' ^yil- .Thomas Jones, Llyfnwy House Thomas liams, ieu., Gree 1 Hill; Owsn Jones, Hen ^jys W\ Hughes, Llys Cvnwal Edward ^°^er^0irias Iorwerlh; George Jones, Gwvnant a 1 Williams (hynaf), Green Hill. Cymerwyd Pj^ge lais, a chafwyd fod v inwyafrif o blaid y Trade." Yna cafwyd anerchiad byr § llywydd (y Parch Lewis Williams). ^oSf0ues> nesaf disgwylir papyr gan Mr Thomas Llyfnwy House, Rhesyrnau dros i grefy fod yn llwyrymwrthodwyr." Colwyn versus Old Colwyn- To THE EDITOR OF THE Weekly Ne'tJIs. the Sir,—Re-Mr W. Jones, M.P.'s reference to the name Old Colwyn, and that he did not h ',e3sed Old as a prefix to the Colwyn. I am very P, that a gentleman of his position has expresse a¡11 self on the matter he is not alone, indeed ^eV-ef confident that the people of Colwyn have Q\ been in favour of the word Old. It is the d°^.f0g- the Railway Company and it borders risi^ ance, I think that they should dub this district as they have done without consultltlg one" the tvv'° There is sufficient distinction between } names, Colwyn and Colwyn Bay without it. Col- I never book for Old Colwyn, but a^vv^sjioU^ wyn and have had no difficulty whatever. sarHe' suggest that all Colwynites should do t"e Tg. Yours etc. COLWY^

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Y.M.C.A. DEBATING SOCIETY.—"Is the I young man .of to-day an improvement on the young man of 50 years ago"? This was the question debated by Messrs. A. H. Summers and E. G. Jones, on Friday night, at the opening meeting of the Y.M.C.A., Literary and Debat- ing Society. A spirited debate .followed after the leaders' speeches, in which the speakers were Messrs. R. Roberts, M.alam, Evans Alley, Greenfield, Rowland Jones (President), Bully, and Merridew. THE WITTY GWILYM DEUNANT.—Mr William Williams better known throughout the district as Gwilym Deunant, has decided to seek his fortunes in far-off British Columbia, and some of his many friends feel that he deserves a little souvenir to help him on the way. For this purpose a very attractive concert has been arranged for November 13th, at the Public Hall, and it is to be hoped that the effort will meet with the success it so well deserves, There will be two specially interesting features of the programme, one of these will be a test challenge solo open to all competi- tors, the adjudicator being Mr Josef E. Jones, the well-known Conway musician a guinea will be the first prize, and the second prize will take the form of a silk umbrella. The other item referred to will be a challenge recitation contest, the prize being ten shillings. Several well-known artistes will take part in the programme. The organisers include Messrs David Hughes, Albert Villa (hon. sec.), Mr Robert Samuel, Sea View, and Mr J. M. Jones, Dee Bank (treasurers). Any well-wishers desiring ro supplement the funds with private contributions, are asked to contribute with either of the foregoing. THE ENGEDI LITERARY SOCIETY.—The committee of this society met on Monday to make the preliminary arrangements for the coming season, which it is hoped to inaugurate on the 28th instant, when a miscellaneous programme will be given. The members look forward to as successful a season as the last. TO-MORROW'S LIBERAL SOCIAI,At the Public Hall to-morrow (Friday) the formal opening of the new Liberal Club will take place. Mr J. Crompton will be in the chair, and an address is promised by Mr J. Herbert Roberts, M.P. The event promises to be a great success We under- stand that the interior of the Public Hall will be transformed into a drawing-room, and that there will be refreshments, and that the speakers will include Miss Hovey, B.A., the highly esteemed principal of Penrhos College. BETHLEHEM LITERARY SOCIETY.—On Monday evening, the Rev. Owen Evans, Colwyn Bay, delivered an address on The New Theology" to a large number of members and others. Mr Evans very ably and clearly expounded the doctrines set out in the New Theology of the Rev. R. J. Campbell, and also pointed out the incon- sistencies of such doctrines. The subject was after- wards discussed by several of the members, and a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the Rev. Owen Evant for his interesting address. A mock Parliament Election will take place next Monday evening. TO-NIGHT'S Y.M.C.A. ANNUAL GATHER- ING.—The members and friends of the Colwyn Bay Y.M.C.A. will hold their annual social gather- at the Church Room, to-night (Thursday). Re- freshments will be served at 7.30, and at a quarter past eight. Addresses will be given by the President, Mr David Gamble, J. P., and Mr John Owen, of the Chester Y.M.C.A. It is possible that Dr. Fraser, of Carnarvon, will also be present. At intervals a musical programme will be gone through, when Miss Merwyn Wood, Mr. A. Wright, the Juvenile Choir of St. Pauls', conducted by Mr Edward Evans, and others will take part, SUCCESSFUL PROPERTY SALE.On Friday, at the Colwyn Bay Hotel, Mr F. A. Dew, the well-known auctioneer of Colwyn Bay and Conway. offered for sale by auction a freehold residence standing in its own grounds, known as Llys Madog in Pwllycrochan Avenue, Colwyn Bay. There was not a large attendance, but those who were present had evidently attended with the determination of trying to secure the property if the vendors were prepared to sell at a fair market price. After a few preliminary open- ing remarks by Mr Dew, who laid particular stress on the advantageous position of the property, either as a private residence or for a first-class private hotel or lodging-house, the property was quickly started at £ 1,200, and rapidly rose to £ 1,600 or £ 1,700, at which figure it stopped for some time, when one of the competitors asked Mr. Dew if he would accept an advance of £25, which, however, he declined to do, and eventually suc- ceeded in getting an offer of another £ 50, which was immediately put out of court by an offer of another £ 50 by a gentleman representing Mrs. Lunt, of Oaklands, Colwyn Bay. From this stage the bidding resolved itself into a duel between Mrs Lunt's representative and Mr. Osborn, of Rydal Mount, the former eventually securing the property for Mrs. Lunt for Ci,goo. The vendor's solicitors were Messrs Ashworth and Inman, of 100, Mosley- street, Manchester, and the estate agents, Messrs. J. M. Porter and Elcock, of Colwyn Bay. The area of land included in the sale was 2,494-1. square yards. BOWLING HANDICAP.—On Saturday, the return match will be played upon the new .ground of the Constitutional Club between the locals and Rhyl, and good .sport is expected should the weather prove propitious. ATTRACTIVE CONCERTS AT THE PAVI- LION.—Mr. W. A. Pryce-Daviis, the energetic Secretary of the Piiler and Pavilion Company, is keeping faith with the public in his promise to provide good entertainments from time to, time .during the winter. He has already announced the first, which will take place on Saturday, the 26th, and Sunday, the 27th inst., when a first-, class concert party "is announced. A secular ,concert will be held on Saturday and a sacred concert on Sunday. The artistes include Madame Eleanor-Jones Hudson, Miss Gwladys Roberts, Mr. Gwilym Richards, Mr. Knowles, 'Mr. Eli Hudson,, and Miss Natatia Davies-a very formidable list of artistes. THE NORTH WALES HOCKEY ASSOCIA- TION.—A well attended meeting of the above was held on Saturday at the Imperial Hotel, Colwyn Bay. Representatives from all the North Wales clubs were present. The chair was taken by Mr H. V. Doughty Davies, Colwyn Bay. Mr Edgar Barlow, of Bangor, was elected hon. sec. and treasurer. It was stated that the hockey prospects looks very rosy for the present season, and several important matches are to be played in North Wales, amongst which are East v. West, and North v. South A new departure was decided upon by the Association, that badges be granted to those players securing places and playing in East v. West match. The following were elected for the Northern International Selection Committee: —Messrs H. V. Doughty Davies (chairman), Charles Connah, Rhyl; H. Wallhall, Colwyn Bay, and Laurie Jones, Llandudno. The following is a list of the fixtures :-October 19th, Llandudno, away November 2nd, Trefnant, home Novem- ber 16th, Llandudno, home November 23rd, Tref- nant, away November 30th, Bangor Town, home December 7th, Wrexham, home December 14th, East Wales v. West, Colwyn Bay December 28th, Bangor Juniors, home; January 4th, St. Asaph, away; January nth, Llandudno, away; January 18th, University College, North Wales, Bangor; January 25th, North Wales v. South, Llandudno; February 1st, Bangor Town, away February 8th, Llandudno, home; February 15th, Flixton, Manchester; February 29th, Bangor Jun- iors, away March 14th, Wrexham, away March 21st, University College, North Wales, Colwyn Bay; April 17th, Rock Ferry (morning), home; I Flixton (afternoon), home April 18th, Wolver- ton (Bucks), home April 20th, Bloxwith, home. MR. WALTER SWAIN'S BEREA VEMENT.- I We regret to learn from Mr Walter Swain, who recently returned to town after the season with his Novelty Bohemians at the Pier Pavilion, has sus- tained a bereavement by the loss of his mother, who passed away at Walworth, London, on Saturday. Mr Swain may be assured of the sympathy of his many friends in Colwyn Bay in his sad bereave- ment. WEATHER OBSERVATIONS AT COLwvN BAY For the week ending Saturday, Oct. 12th, 1907. Mean maximum, in shade 5S'o Mean minimum, in shade 46'3 Highest in shade, on the 6th Oct 64'2 Lowest in shade, on the 9th Oct, 40 2 Rainfall 139 inch. Hours of Bright Sunshine recorded 20 0 hours. WM. JONES, Assoc.M.Inst.C.E. Grand Concert at the Public Hall. PRESENTATION TO MISS N. A. ROBERTS. An enjoyable Concert was held on Friday even- ing in the Public Hall, when there was a good attendance. The artistes were Miss Nellie A. Roberts (Fern Bank), Mr Gwilym Jones, Miss Sallie Parry, Miss Sara Jones, the Misses Gladys and Myfanwy Jones, Mr E. Davies, Mr T. Amos Jones, R.A.M., the Colwyn Male Voice Choir, and Messrs J. D. Cartmell and the Brothers Bond. After Miss Roberts had played the pianoforte solo, The Rustle of Spring," in a artistic and pleasing manner, Mr Gwilym Jones, a young tenor of Colwyn, gave Watch with me, love, to-night." This young man has an easy manner and a sweet voice, but seemed taxed in the upper notes. How- ever, we presume, he is a pupil of Prolessor D. D. Parry, who accompanied him, and under his tuition will overcome the difficulties that beset him. Miss Sallie Parry is a general favourite, and her clear enunciation, good voice, and artistic inter- pretation of her song, Sullivan's The distant shore," won for her the heartiest plaudits. She was also quite as successful with Theo Marzial's beautiful song, The river of years," at a later period of the concert. Miss Sara Jones sang Pughe Evans' Lead kindly light," and The old minstrel." Mr Amos Jones was twice encored for his two songs Flora," and Three for Jack." He was in good voice and received a cordial reception. Miss Gladys Jones, the young daughter of Mr William Jones, the Town Surveyor, surprised the audience by her violin playing. She played Ersfield's Romance," and Macbeth's inter- mezzo, Forget-me-not," and Jenkinson's Elfentany." She is one of Mr William Claxton's most promising pupils, and we think Miss Gladys has every advantage placed in her way for developing the natural gifts she undoubtedly possesses. She was prettily assisted by her sister, Myfanwy on the pianoforte, and both juvenile artistes were loudly applauded for their perfor- mances, which were so enjoyable. The appearance of the Colwyn Male Voice Choir had a tinge of pathos in it, inasmuch as a member informed our representatives, that it was more than likely that the combination would soon disband. It is to be hoped that Colwyn and, indeed, Colwyn Bay are not to be deprived of one of its prides, and that some good genius will cause the statement to be unfounded in fact. As was stated in our last issue, it is possible that through exigencies of business Prof. D. D. Parry cannot continue the conductorship, but that regrettable circumstance should not dishearten the choir to the extent of its being disbanded. The district is proud of its choir and its recent success, and 'twere a thousand pities if it should be broken up' We hope the members will seriously consider the question of keeping the choir together. New Year's Day is approaching, and what will the Old Colwyn Eisteddfod be without its representative choir ? Under the conductorship of Prof. Parry and accompanied Miss Nellie Roberts the choir sang delightfully Protheroe's The Crusaders," and Spartan Heroes." Mr Edward Davies and a friend gave a splendid duet. An uncommon feature of the concert was the clever and healthful display of horizontal bar and heavy Indian Club exercises, and parallel bar performances by Mr J. D. Cartmell and the Brothers Bond. The performances were a surprise to the audience. AN INTERESTING PRESENTATION. During the interval, Mr William Jones, Surveyor, appeared on the stage and said the members of the choir had a little pleasant surpries for a lady that had been most helpful and obliging in her services to the choir as their faithful accompanist; he meant Miss Nellie Robe-its. (Applause). Turning to the wings of the stage, Mr Jones called for Miss Roberts, who appeared amidst a round of applause. At the same time a member of the choir handed Mr Jones a beautiful fourteen days oak clock, with brass face, with quarter hour-chimes, which bore the following inscription on silver: "Presented to Miss N. A. Roberts, by the Old Colwyn Male Voice Choir, in recogni- tion of her kind services as accompanist, nth October, 1907." Mr Jones said it was a pleasure for him to make the presentation 011 behalf of the choir. Miss Roberts had by her services helped the choir to the success of last August Bank Holiday (applause). He did not know what service the clock would be to her then, but he hoped it would of great service later on. (Laughter and applause.). He had pleasure in handing her the token of esteem. Miss Roberts modestly took charge of the gift, and amidst loud applause, retired. The clock was purchased from Messrs William Jones and Son, Jewellers, &c., Abergele-road, Colwyn. Colwyn Bay-Up or Down ? To THE EDITOR OF THE Weekly News. Sir, -Shakespeare has it that there is a tide in the affairs, &c. This also applies to centres of population-, and in particular to Col- wyn Bay at the present time. After several years of rapid growth it has reached that very interesting position when it must decide, and very quickly, whether it will cater for the masses who bask in the sunshine of places, like Rhyl, or whether it will elliter the lists with fair Llan- dudno and cultivate the classes.. From, the masses some few tradesmen benefit, particularly the vendors of drink. The classes are, so I am toild, to be preferred, as they spend and distribute their money generously among a very large number of tradesmen. What of the visi- tors during the past season? I think, if my ob- servations are not at fault, it will be generally conceded that the bulk were composed of the masses with plenty of swagger and very little money. The number of nice people, with the mean si to spend were few and far between con. sequently the season may be written down as anything but satisfactory. With my knowledge of Colwyn Bay I have never seen so many of the masses,-as this year. Why is it? In my opinion it is that we forget that l-ike begets like. May I point out that visitors primarily come it-o the sea- side primarily for relaxation and amusement, and secondly for health. Of course, the latter is always given as the primary reason, but in their heart of hearts, pleasure is the pivot around which visitors centre. Taking this question of amusement as the chief attraction of any sea- side resort, whatever is provided will draw its particular patrons. If there is nothing but Pierrots, Niggers,, and German Bands, the visi- tors will consist of those who find pleasure in such entertainments, and will bedistincfhr of the masses, whose ambition: is to get 21 shillings for a sovereign. If the tradesmen think this sort of people are the best kind of visitors, and so share their patronage with Rhyl, well and good. On the other hand, if it is desired to attract those who appreciate and insisit on high- class concerts (as witness the crowds at the I Pier concerts, Llandudno), provision .shoulda made to that end. If the rumour is correct the Colwyn Bay Pier concerts are not to continued, it means a very serous position the town. That there is something in ct rumour I quite believe because I know as a that Mr. Lyell-Tayler's contract has been celled, and this gentleman will probably heard at Buxton Gardens next season. Pier Company, it is stated, have done so t»a that they do not see their way to continue expensive concerts provided during the P^. seven years, and intend to let the Pavilion i This miscellaneous eiitertainmeiits next Season. ay action will settle the kind of visitor we nay expect for the future, and we shall be an-'0 Blackpool-cum-Douglas-cum-Rhyl. Of c°utjje if it pays; Blackpool tradesmen to ^avewjtli particular type of visitor who- honours them their presence, there is no reason why it t0 not pay Colwyn Bay. If it is thought bette cater for the masses, I should advocate addition to the amusements of the town 0 g silly and coarse character, as this is the stu that tickles the crowds. is It it is thought that Llandudno 1 55 a better model to follow, hIgh-a a. t concerts must be nro-vided at anv c' In -case the Pier Company will £ or -cannot, provide concerts of a high sta^ some steps ought to be taken to give concey tije some other -suitable building. Why n s. Urban District Council lease the Pavilion [ suming the Company are agreeable), and enlgr an orchestra that would rival that of our neighbours? I am s-at-isfied that if the cone1 are discontinued, as I quite believe they wiU Colwyn Bay will go very much "down." ot other idea to meet the situation is, could; of the residents guarantee, say, -a ^'i;ooo w° season tickets as an inducement for the 111 Company -to continue the concerts? Pers°^>]^t I would willingly pay /'3 for a season « .c rather than be deprived of the delightful we have been accustomed t-o hear in the Co Bay Pavilion. As we act it is a case "Up" or "Down." Which is it to be? &c., Musics- [Our Correspondent is entirely in error h" stating that "Mr. Lyell-Taylars contract £ been cancelled." We are officially inf that that the contract has not been cancelled, h".t d t it embraces the whole of next season, an<d the question of cancelling it has never moated by either of the contracting P31 te We h-ope that "Musicus" is equally inaccl1 —in any case he is certainly premature-^ his fore-cast of the Directors' plans f°r season.—ED. "W. N."] L