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CONWAY. A GOOD PLACE FOR BOOTS.-Yor the best and cheapest of all classes of Boots and Shoes go to Joseph Jones, Comptoin House, Castle- street, Conway. Best shop for repairing. Agent for the "K" and all the Best Brands. 2427 CYFARFOD PREGETHU BLYNYDDOL CARMEL.—Cynhelir yr uchod Rhagfyr iaf, 2il 3ydd, 4ydd, a'r sed. Pregethir y Sabboth am 10 gan y Piarch. O. Evans, Colwyn Bay; am .2 ,a 6 gan y Parch. John, Owen, :M.A., Blaen- au Ffestiniog. Nos Lun a nos Fawrth, y Parch. John Williams, Brynsiencyn; nos Fercher, y Parch. W. Thomas, Llanrwst; nos Iau, y Parch T. C Williams, M.A., Menai Bridge. 2873 MARKET PH.ICES,-Butter is 3d per lb. ■eggs, 6 for is. ALL THROUGH DRINK.-Thomas Jack- son described as a labourer, of Newport, was brought before His Worship the Mayor, at a special court, on Friday morning, charged with being found dru nkat Talybont. P. C. W. Jones (73) stated that at about six o'clock OIL the pre- vious evening he found prisoner drunk in the highway. He told him to go home, but, after proceeding a islhioxt disttaniCe, iprisoneir behaved in a most linideoent manner, an-d was arrested and conveyed to Conway in ,a tr,ap. A fine of gs. and coistsi was- imposed, and prisoner was sent to gaol for fourteen, days in default. FIGHT AT THE WORKHOUSE.—At a special court, on Thursday morning, before the Mayor (Dr. R. Arthur-Prichard) and Mr. Owen Rowland, Aniniie Gannon, (37) and Mary Marsh (Sg), inmates of the Conway Workhouse, were charged with disorderly conduct in the Union on the previous day. Mr. Jones, the Master, .stated that he had received complaints about the two women fighting. Gannon had been before the Guardians in respect to a similar offence on .a previous occasion, when she was cautioned and ordered to be brought before the Bench if she repeated her conduct. Nurse Jonas gave evidence las to :seeing the women fighting. Both defendants admitted the offence, but put the blame on each other, stating that! they lost fhetiir tempers. The. Chairman gave each of them a good lecture and advice .as -to their future con- duct, and they were bound over in the .sum of £$to be of good behaviour for six months. JUDGE MOSS INDIGNANT WITH A 'MONEY-LENDER.-The money-lender is rare- ly absent from: the local County Courts, and Thursday's Court ait Llandudno was no excep- ti on to the rule. The representative of a Man- chester person, was conspicuous for his "pound of flesh" persistency, and in. one cape of his ilt transpired" that the unfortunate person that had got into- his clutabeis was declared tin an affidavit by the prosecutor to. be a "platelayer earning thirty shillings a week." Defendant did not ap- pear, and upon enquiries being made it trans- pired that he was an old man of eighty years of age. The Judge thereupon looked with. con. tempt at the m\an in the box, and ,said "You come into a Court of Justice after swearing an affidavit of that kind. Through you I might have sent an old man of eighty to Carnarvon gaol. Get down." Such are the ways and means of these human hawks. A DRUNKEN NAVVY.—Before Dr. R. Arthur-Prichard, at the plolioe Court, on Thurs. day in last week, another of the Dolgarrog navvies was, put on, his trial upon a charge of drunkenness, A fine of 5s. and costs, or 14 diays in default, 'being imposed. WORKSHOP ON FIRE.Cons:iderable ex- citement was caused soon after 11 o'clock on Friday morning by the ringing of the fire-bell. A fire, it transpired, had broken out at a thatched-roofed workshop at Henryd. The brigade under the able- command of Captain. E. Loyd Jones was immediately on the spot. but not. however, before a certain amount of carnage betm done. The presence of the brigade prevented the flames1 from spreading to s#-veral small cottages in the vicinity. DEATH OF MISS MARY GRACE DAVIES.—It fis with fieelirugtsi of deep tfegiret that we record the death of Miss Mary Grace Davies, of Minydon, Woodlands, which sad event took place last Thursd"-<r evening. Deceased had been ailing for some time, but her sudden, departure came as a shock to her many friends and relatives. Only 22 vears of ae-e. and of a retiring disposition, she had al- ways taken the greatest kit erst in all religious movements. At Sion Congregation chapel, of which she was a most faithful member, the loss will be very keenly felit. The funeral, which was of a representative character, took place on Monday. The Rev. Ellis Roberts, Pentrevoelas, and J. Luther Thomias officiated at the house, the members of the Sunday school class which the deceased attended preceding the coffin on the way to Gyffin Churchyard. The services in the Church and at the graveside were taken by the Rector (.the Rev. R. Jones), who laboured under feelings of deep emotion. Some of the deceased's favourite hymns were sung, and very touching was the rendering of "0 Fryniau Caer salem" at the graveside, to the tune "Crugybar." The coffin, which was covered with the most .beautiful floral tributes, was of polished oak, and bore the following inscrip- tion "Mary Grace Davies, died November 21st, aged 22 years." Mr. J. Griffiths, Bangor- road, efficiently carried out the funeral arran.ge- ments. Wreaths, were sent by the following: — "Her mother." "Robert John," "Auntie Sarah," "Cousin Willie," Liverpool; "Cousin Ellen," Colwyn Bay; "Auntie Maud," "Maggie., Blanche, Jennie. and Shem," Miss A. Owens, Blundel,1 sands; Miss EimiIy Dav. iies, Liverpool; Mr. and Mrs. Mc- Ginntv. Liverpool Miss M. A. Roberts, Eiri- anedd. Cadinant; Mr. and 'Mrs. Rowlands, Dol. wen Mill; Miiss E. A. Roberts, Resent House; Miss Gwen Griffiths, Regent House; Miss Jones, Brvntirion.; Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd, Lan- caster-square Mrs. Rowlands and Miss Jones:, Plascethin, Llanrdudno; Miss Owen, Colwyn Bay; Miss Lizzie Jones, Gyffin; Misses Jack- son, Conway: Mr. R. Jones, Conway Mr. and Mrs. James Jones, Llandudno Junction, and one from the scholars of the deceased's Sunday school class. CONDOLENCE.—Mr William Jones and family, Minydon, Woodlands, wish to convey their sincere thanks to all friends for their sympathy in their recent sad bereavement. 3-00 LEGAT,M,r. George Thome, son of Mr. G. R. Thorne, solicitor, of Wolverhampton, has successfully passed the final examination of the Incorporated Law Society. Mr. Thorne, who thereby qualifies himself as a solicitor, was coached by Mr. H. E. Roberts, solicitor, of the office of Messrs. Porter, Amphlett and Jones. Our brilliant young townsman, Mr. Roberts, at his final, ift will be reimemibeed, was one of the first men of the year. CORPORATION FIRE BRIGADE—Orders for the week ending December 9th: Station. duty, Firemen Robert Evans and Robert Parrv. Officer on duty. Lieutenant Owen Williams'. Monthly wet drill on Saturday, Deoelmber 7th, at 2.30 p.m.—F. A. Delamoitte, Chief Officer. FAT STOCK SHOWS.—Mr. Robert Hughes, J.P., is this, year again exhibiting a number of beasts at both the Birmingham and London ishows. The entitle for Birmingham, were de- spatched from Conway- on Wednesday. A POPULAR LECTURE.—Noson gyda Thai o'r hen bregeithwyr" was the subject of a highly interesting and popular lecture de- fliiverefd by Mr. William Richairlds, formerly postmaster of Bangor, ait the weekly meeting of the Carmel C.M. Liiterary Society, held on Tuesday evening. The Rev. T. Gwynedd Ro- berts presided, and amongst others who spoke were Alderman Henry Lewis (Bryn Hyfryd), Mr William Edwards, Mr. John Edwards. J.P., Mr. Josef E. Jones, and Mr. Cyniwal Jones, There was a large, attendance. A JUVENILE OPERETTA.—The annual performance given toy the pupils -of Mi,ss Leech, Glanafon School, which is always awaited with great interest, is definitely announced for Wed. nesday next. The title of this year's, operretta is "Zurika, the Gipsy Maid," or "The Captive Princess," ,and the proceeds will be. devdted to a most worthy cause-the District Nurse Fund, and other charities. In additiion to the play, in three acts, there will be a few mllSlceHaneous, items in the form of skirt, garland, gipsy, and fairy dances, together with some excelleint gramaphonie .selections. SHIPPING.—The s.s. "Enterprise" con- veyed the -eriodical consignment of goods to Conway in the place of the "W. S. Caine," this week. The' better-known steamer is undergoing a survey.—The s.s. "Dinorwic" landed 270 tons 'of London cement for Dolgarrog, at the De- ganwy Wharf on Wednesday. A MISSIONARY.—Dr. J. Campbell Nichol- son, son of Captain Nicholson, formerly of Con- way, was one of the principal .speaikers at a we 11-attended me-eti-fig held at :the Caxton Hall, London, a short time ago, in connection with the John G. Paiton New Hebrides Fund. MiEN'S GUIjLD.—On Tuesday evening, at the Girls' School, a very successful meeting of the Men's Guild was held, the Vicar presiding at the outset. Owing to indisposition, Mr. Ro- j berts, unfortunately, had to retire early on in the proceedings, Mr. A. G. Kaye taking the reins in his place. After c'ertain committee work had Ibeien transacted-, and refreshments had been -served, Captain Tuxford introduced a highly interestiing debate, the subject being "Whether or not compulsory military training was ad.visable?" Captain Tuxford, whose sym. vathies with ,the, aims of tlbe National Service League are weill known, naturally took the affirmatiw; viÍew, Mr. E. O. Jones, assistant master at the boys' school, being deputed to -lead the opposition. Amongst others, the Rev. John Davies, Curate, and Mr. Owen Williams, Plas took conspicuous parts in the dis- cussion which followed. The attendance wa-s large, and the evening's proceedings were fol- 11 I lowed with the keenest enthusiasm. ST JOHN'S.—A sale of work and tea in aid of the chapel funds took place at the English Wesley an Church Schoolroom, on Wednesday. A very handsome fancy work stall was pre- sided over by Mrs. Theo Jones. Mrs. A. J. Old- man, Miss Lewis (Sycamores!), Mrs. Jones (Berry-street), and Miss Jones In charge of the: flower stall were Miss' May Tones' and Miss Nora Lewis, whille .the superin- tendence of the tea tables* was entrusted to Mrs. Gate, Mrs. Dodd. Mrs. Robert Jones, Mrs. C'rossneld, Miss Brown, Miss. Nevitt, and Miss Edith. Lewis. A programlme of miscellaneous ilt,ems, given during ,the evening was well sus- rt,aillled by Mir. W. E. Jones. Mr. Roger and Miss Nona. Lewis, Mrs. A. J. Oldman, Mrs. Theo. Jones, Mrs. Byrne, and others. The Rev James Feather, Superintendent of the Circuit, occupied the -chair. WESLEYAN BANDS OF HOPE.—The Tabernacle and Soar Welsh Wesileyan Bands of Hope combined gave an excellent concert ait the Town Hall on Wednesday evening. Mr. Hugh Parry (Borough Accountant) presided, and in the -course of a very interesiting and instructive address made some timely remarks on the subject of the upbringing of the young. The programme of miscellaneous items that they were that evening ito, enjoy, he pointed out. could only have been possible as the, result of the existence of such organisations as they were present that evening to support, and as the 'proceeds of these Banldl of Hope meetings gener- ally went towards furnishing -prizes for the scholars during an ensuing season he felt that such movieimenlts deiserved their best and most cordial encouragement. Previous successful concerts held had enabled the urometers: to dis- tribute no less than £8 worth of books amongst the juvenile members. (Applause.) Too much praise could 'not' he bestowed upon the good people who had undertaken the duties of teach, ing these children, and if there, was one trait moire than another that he admired in a public man it was ito see him in the midst of a busy municipal career finding time to do his share in teaching the children and in .helping such movements along. (Applause.) In this: connec- trilo-n he could not refrain from mentioning the name of the late Ailderman Hugh Hughes, whose .strenuous work in that direction would not soon be forgotten. (Applause.) The speaker concluded his remarks with the suggestion, that with the object of giving praise to whom, praise was due the townspeople should annually be allowed to see a joint Band of Hope demonstra- tion of all the churches. It was ithen that they would fully realise what the teachers were really doing. (Loud applause.) Later in the proceedings, on the motion of Mr. Roger Wil- liams, seconded by Mr. Owen Davies, a heianty vote of thanksi was accorded Mr. Parry for pre. siding, whille the Rev. Philip Price (pastor) ,seconded by Mr. T. C. Jones (school superin- tendent:), CadnraM Park, 'proposed a hearty vote of thanks to the instructors and others who had worked with the ,children and were responsible for the evening's arrangements. Mir. Parry, in responding, made a further appeal to the youth of the town to take- seriously to heart the ques- tion of going in for and making use- of the facilities now offered by- the County Council for the conduct of an evening continuation school in the tlown. (Loud applause.)—The very interesting programme of items was as fol- -ows:-Pianoforte solo. Nesta Price; anthem, Y Canaan Gly-d," Soar choir; recitation. Koseitta Jones; action song, "Y Morwr," Soar so^°) Hannah Hughes recitation Frank Williams; action song, "Chinese Umbrella," Tabernacle -girls; selection on the autohiarp, Robert Owen; recitation, M. Alice Evanis • action song. "Housemaid's song." Soar oirls duett, A. Thomias and Hannah Hughe-s &recit- ation, Hugh Robert Jones,; pianoforte duet, A. A. Jones and E, Jones; glee, "Praise and Glory Render," Soar choir recitation, Alice P. Jones; Assam Pekoe, Tabernacle girls; son^ and chorus. Edith Jones- and party • recitation* HE. Cunniah; action, song. "Mr. Nobodee," Tabernacle girls; recitation, Grace Ellen Jones solo and chorus, Annie Jones-Roberts and party; selection on the autohiarp Robert Owen; recitation, John Hugh Jones; colour song, A. J. Evans, N. Price, and G. Polin — The; Misses; Edith Jones sand E. M. Cunnah presided at the piano, and the meeting con- cluded with a hearty rendering of "H^n^Wliad fy Nhadau." SALE OF WORK.—The Braibazon Employ- ment Society will hold their annual "Sale of Work" at the Gonwlay Union Workhouse on Wednesday. December 4th, at 2.30. A musical programme and afternoon tea will he provided. It is to be hoped that: this year's sale will prove as complete a success and that it will receive the same dignified patronage and suppartt as last year. Mrs. Martin Wilson of Eiithinocr Llandudno, has- kindly promised to open the sale, and Mir. David Jones," Chairman of the Board of Guardians, will be the president for the afternoon.
CAPEL CURIG.
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CAPEL CURIG. PARISH COUNCIL.—A meeting of the parish council was held on Tuesday evening. Mr John Griffith, presiding. There were also present Messrs J. H. Hughes, J. Morris, Rhys Husrhes, Griffith Roberts. J. R. Hughes, and Wm. Griffiths, with the clerk, Mr R. Thomas. A letter was read ¡ from the proprietors of Tan-y-Bwlch Hoiel, calling attention to the state of the bridge opposite the hotel, and asking the Council te provide a new one After some discussion, the matter was referred to the Geirionydd District Council. A letter was also read from the County I, Cou cil referr'ng to the Small Holdings Act, and it was resolved that Mr William Jones, M.P., be invited to give a lecture upon the subject in order to try and create more enthusiasm in the matter.
! 0 LLANDUDNO.I
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0 LLANDUDNO. I THE L.A.D.S.—The sum of thirty pounds has been handed by the Llandudno Amateur Drama- tic Society to the Llandudno Nursing Associa- tion from the proceeds of their recent perform- ance of "In Chancery" at 'the Grand Theatre. MISS MARGARET THOMAS' ANNUAL CONCERT.—There was a select audience as- sembled at Miss Margaret Thomas' annual con. cert at the Town Hiall, on Wednesday evening Last. The programme given once every year renew and increase the popularity of this dis- tinguished local lady pianiste. The praises of Miss Thomas asi a true artiste of execution have lost none of their deftness. On this occasiion she was assisted by Mr. T. Southworth (violin), of the Halle and Philharmonic Concerts; Mr. John Walton, ',cell.Ist a very old friend of Miss Thomas's, and Mr. George Baker, ,as hass vocal- ist; whilst Miss Kate Kidison was the accom- panist. The OOIlice rt maintained its reputation as one- of the musical treats of the year. OUT-DOOR AMUSEMENTS—During the past season the Out-door Amusements Com- mittee of Llandudno, a body of local gentleintein who have given up a considerable portion of their time for the promoition, of innocent and edifying amusement out of doors, mainly for .the young people, have provided various com- petitions, such as kite-flying, sand modelling, model yacht racing, a regatta, and illumina- tions. Except for various postponements, due to bad weather, the programme was successfully carried out, and every event, according to a report presented to the committee by Mr. W. D. Longshaw, the hon. secretary, attracted a good entry of competitors and a large body of spec- tators. It, is hoped that the Amateur Dramatic Society will be able to give a performance in the course of the winter to raise funds for next season's operations. Mir. Longshaw stated in his report that the com- petitors were visitors from nearly all the rpunties in England, Scotland, Wales and Ire- land, and Itlhtelre were also several competitors whose homes iare in America. The parents of the children iin most cases' became keenly inter, ested in the events. MR. CARNEGIE'S OFFER OF £ 4,000. —A special -meeting of the Llandudno Council has been called to receive a letter from Mr. Andrew Carnegie announcing, it is understood, his willingness to contribute £4,000 to the Council towards the cost of the erection of a free library. At their meeting last week the Council unanimously confirmed a recommenda- tion of the Finance Committee that the best site for the library is. that already occupied by the Library and Newsroom in Mostyn-streat, which is to be taken over. This site has, there, fore been definitely adopted for the purpose, and Lord Mbstyn, who had previously in- timated that he would grant the freehold of any site selected by -the: Council and approved by himself, has been asked now to take the necessary steps to convey the freehold of this site to the Council. Lord Mostyn himself strongly favoured the newsroom sitie, which is very central, and will give due prominence to any building of good architectural appearance placed upon it. The sum which Mr. Carnegie has offered is the same amount as that he contributed to Colwyn Bay, where a very hand- some building has been provided. THE LLANDUDNO GYMNASIUM.—The Llandudno Gymnasium: was inaugurated some 26 years ago, when a rifle club was attached. Amongst its first members were many of the most prominent residents of Llandudno. Dur- ing its existence the Society has had many vis- ci-ssitudes, but has miania,c,eid .to survive them, and this season has opened with, a very fair and increased membership. ,The moderate fee charged for instruction, &c., is inadequate to cover the maintenance of this Society which is slightly in .debt, and the 'Committee are obliged to depend on a, certain amount of help from its: friends and well-wishers residents in the neigh- bourhood. Lord Mostyn-, who has been pre- sident for many years, takes a keen interest in all matters concerning the Gymnasium, and has, presented many valuable-medals to be competed for annually. The Gymnasium is also proud to number amongst its patrons the' Right Hon. Lady Augusta Mostyn. The Club has a spaci- ous room above the Market 'Hall, which is fitted up with all necessiary gymnastic appar- atus, and practices are held on Mondays and Thu-rsdiays at a quarter to eight. The annual general meeting was held at the Gymnasium on ,the 21-st inst., when Mr. E. W. Roberts was in the chair. The balance-sheet was- read by the Secretary, showing a deficit of 17s. 3d., which as compared with the previous session, when the, debt was' ,rio 14s. shows a sub- stantial reduction. The principal subscribers are Lady Augusta Mosityn, f-, Mr. L. M. Curlier, Zi is. Mr. G. F. Brown, 10s. 6d.. Mr. F. Collins, 5.S. Mr. Roskil, ( i is. Dr. RichardF. ri is. Mr. H. Lancaster. 10s. 6d. Mr. F. Collins, 5IS,. A vote of thanks was passed to Lord Mosityn for giving last year's medals and for attending the display. It was unanimously decided to ask his Lord shir; to accept the presidency. The following officers were elected:—Mr. D. Ovly Watkiins, hon. secretary; Mr. H. Zaloudek, hon, treasurer; Messrs. H. Armstrong. L. Evans, F. Evans, E. W. Roberts, J. Williams, C. Davies, and S. Pusil. committee. Ladies meet for practice on Fridays. THE SATURDAY P0P,S."—These "pops" have been revived and are attractin)g much at- tention., judging by the fine 'house assembled at the Town Hall. The Rev. William Phillips, M.A., was the chairmafn, and an address was delivered by Mr. William PeaJrson. The ar- tistes who took part were Miss Gertie Owern, Mr. Gilder Rowlands, the Misses Megan Griffiths. Hilda Jameson, Ruth Owen, Marjorie Squirrell, Winnie Towler. and Maud Woodcock Mr. John Williams:, Miss Edith RohertlS, Mr. J. E. Hornsby, Miss Annie Higginbottom, Miss A. M. Roberts. Mrs. Jones, Miss Ada Owen, and Mrs. Alec Taylor. A NOTED TEMPERANCE MISSIONER.— Mr. William Pearson iis, holding a very success, ful temperance mission at the Town Hall dur- ing this week, all the denominations taking pant in the series of meetings. THE AMATEURS AT COLWYN BAY.—The Llandudno Amateurs F. C. drive on Saturday ,for Colwyn Bay -to meet Ithe team of that town in the Coast Senior Cup tie. The following will represent Llandudno:—Goal, Bob Lunt; backs, J. H. Jone-s- and Jack Lunt; halves. Jacob Williams, Georgie Davies, and Harold Pearson .forwards, W. A. Williams. Alderson, J. E. Williams (captain). Brookes-Evans, and' Will Stone. Reserves Cheetbam, W. Owen ("Settle"), and Frank Roberts.
GYFFIN.
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GYFFIN. SOAR WESLEYAN CHAPEL.—Services for next Sunday:—10 a.m., Rev. F. E. Jones, Colwyn Bay; 6 p.m., Mr. Thomas Williams, Junction. TABERNACL (C.M.).—A meeting of the young people, presided over by the pastor, was held .ait the above chapel on Tuesday evening, ,the object of which, was to establish a Christian Endeavour Society. Full particulars were given by Mr. Edward Jones, Tower Stores, who'later in the proceedings! was elected vice-president. x'i J0,11"35) Bodidda, in proposing a vote of t.,a.nks to Mr. Jones, spoke strongly in sup. poii. of the proposed new movement. Mr. ii,.)ne,s, Giroesffordd, sieoondied, and this 'was carried unanimously. A library, which it is. hop-ed will be of great service to the young miembers, will be opened in the course of the next few days in the chapel schoolroom. The book-case has been, designed and executed by Mr. Cystemn Owen. Rho-s Cottage. On Sunday morning next the Rev. John Owen, M A., Blae-nau FetSttiniog-, will preach. An E-ngidish service will be held at 3 p.m., at which the Rev." Owen. Evans, Colwyn Bay, will officiate. This service has: been specially arranged for the English friends residing in the district.
DEGANWY.I
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DEGANWY. THE BOAT AND THE HOLE.—At the LI,an. dudno County Court, on Thursday, before the Registrar, Mr. R. S. Chamberlain, William Williams, boatman, of this place, sued Vivian Ketley. a Deganwy resident, who is an ama- teur yachtsman and keeps a boat on the rilverr Conway, for damages for a hole made in the bottom of plaintiff's boat. Mr. Bone appeared for the plaintiff and Mr. Hallmlark represBruted the defendant. lit was stated that Mr. Ketley and a friend launched the plaintiff's boat with- out permission and made a hole in it. Mr. Ketley stateid that, he and a friend proposed to use the rslaintiff's boat to get to his own vessel. They put the boat on its keel and pushed it down the bank into- the water. He then found that it was filling rapidly through a hole in the sitern. The boat was not damaged by them, but he had offered, without prejudice, to pay ten .shillings towards ithte repairs. The Registrar gave judgment for the plaintiff for one guinea.
LLANDUDNO JUNCTION.
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LLANDUDNO JUNCTION. CHURCH DEFENCE LEAGUE.—The Com- mittee of the Church Defence League in connec. tion with Holy Trinity Mission Church, is busy preparing for a series of meetings that are to be held during the winter. Owing to MT. Fletch- er's removal to Rhos, his post of Treasurer to the League has been filled by Mr. Hulse, of the Permanent Way Staff of the Railway Company. Miss Broom, has also been added to the Com- mittee. The first lecture is to be given by the Rev. Silas Evans to-umght (Thursday). TEMPERANCE SUNDAY.—Special sermons were preached on Sunday at the various places of worship, and references made to the mission that had been held in, Conway during the week. RAILWAY TEMPERANCE UNION.—A suc- cessful meeting of the, Llandudno Junction Railwaymen's Temperance Union was held last :night (Wednesday) at the Welsh Congregational Church in Broad-street. There was a good attendance, presided over by Mr. W. Hamen, of Deganwy, and an. address was delivered by Mr. A. J. Oldman. A pleasant evening was spent, and the prospects of a successful season are bright. ON THE WRONG SCENT !-The ticket examiner at the top of the entrance staircase to the railway station was startled last week to find a Conway official and an assistant with him present themselves in a hurried manner at the top of the staircase. "You have a fire in the shed," said the official. "We always have one when necessary," said the collector. "No, no," said the official, "the Shed is on fire, and the Conway Fire Brigade are coming on." "There is no extra fire at the Shed," quoth the collector, and on enquiries- being made it was found that the official and his friend were on the wrong scent;, and that the fire was at a place over the Conway Bridge.
LLANFAIRFECHAN.I
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LLANFAIRFECHAN. BOYS AT THE POLICE COURT.—Several local boys were brought up before Mr Harry Clegg, at the Bangor Police Court, on Tuesday. Fred- erick Edwards (14) and T. D. Williams (12) were charged with the larceny of a quantity of cigar- ettes from a hairdresser's shop, and were bound over for six months.—Thomas D. Williams, for breaking and entering into;) workshop at Llan- fairfechan, was ordered to receive six strokes of the birch and bound over.—H. Lloyd Jones (11), for a similar offence, was bound over for six months. PANT-YR-HEDYN NEW SCHOOL..—A corre- spondent writes Sir,—As you are no doubt aware the County Education Authority recently decided to erect new schools for the eastern end of the town, at Pant-yr-hedyn. I am now informed, on unquestionable authority, that a certain lady member of the staff of the existing schools is using the position of influence she enjoys to dissuade certain parents from removing their children from the old and overcrowded buildings to the proposed new ones, which are being erected by the County Council with the sole object of relieving the con- gestion at the National Schools, and giving the children generally better scholastic facilities May I ask what steps the local managers propose taking with a view of correcting this abuse of an ordinary school appointment, and whether failing some measures of their own, they propose bringing the matter to the notice of the County Education Committee ? If the lady in question has any manner of a defence to set up, I am perfectly willing to disclose my identity in any subsequent correspondence that may take place. Yours, RESIDENT." FISHING.—Good catches of flounders and dabs have beed made during the past few weeks. Con- sidering that the sands are "open to all comers," it is surprising that more fishing is not done by residents. ELECTRIC LIGHT.—We are informed on good authority that the town, at an early date, will be in a position to obtain a cheap supply of electric light from the new Aluminium Power Station at Dolgarrog.
I IPENMAENMAWR.
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PENMAENMAWR. J. PRICE, Jeweller and Watchmaker, Qualified Optician by Exam., London. Watches and clocks cleaned, repaired and wound by contract. Large assortment of watches, clocks and jewellery in stock. Address: Oxford Arcadde, Penmaenmawr. [Advt. A PROSPEROUS SEASON. — A prominent tradesman, in conversation with a Weekly News" representative, said that he argued from the almost entire absence of furniture auction sales, in the town, during the autumn months, that the last summer season must have been the most prosperous the neighbourhood has ever experienced. Penmaen- mawr, he observed, compared most favourably with surrounding healths resorts in this respect. PROFESSIONAL.—We notice that the well- known legal firm of Messrs. Porter, Amphlett & Jones, Colwyn Bay, Conway, and Llanrwst, have opened an office in the centre of the busi. ness quarter of the town. From the notice in ,the window, it would appear that to begin with at any rate the office will only be open for the .transaction of business on Tuesdays. DEATH OF MR. HUGH WILLIAMS.—We regret to announce the death, at a fairly ad- vanced age. on Saturday morning last of Mr. Hugh Williams- Nant, Dwygyfyl-chi, well known as a coal dealer and carriage proprietor. The interment took place at Dwvvfylchi 'Cemetery, on Wednesday. Deceased leaves a widow and several grown up children to mourn their great loss. GAS OR ELECTRIC LIGHT?—Although the Council has for some time past been consider- ing the question, of running gas works as a municipal concern, it would annear that a large ,and representative section of the community are much more favourable: toaschemefor introduc- ing electric light, were they only consulted upon the matter. It is pointed out by a Correspon. dent that as electric light is now being supplied for lighting purposes at a very small increased cost, an effort :should be- made to bring Pen- maenmawr into line with other more fashion- able seaside resorts in this respect. Clean and brilliant lighting, it is argued, is one of the most effective forms of town advertisement. JERUSALEM COFFEE SUPPER.—A very successful and well-attended coffee supper in aid of the chapel funds was held in the Jeru- salem Chapel Schoolroom, on Wednesday even- ing, the Rev. Dewii Williams, B.A., pastor of the church, presiding. All the arrangements were effectively carried out by a ladies com- mittee consisting of Mrs. Jones (Gwysfai, Mrs. Trevor (Dyffryn), Mrs. E. 0. Jones (Llys Ar- fon), and Mrs. R. J. Lewis (Druid House) and during the course of the evening some popular musical items were rendered -by Messrs. Tom Jones. Sergeant-Instructor Cox, and Mr. W. T. Coverley.
BLAENAU FFESTINIOG.
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BLAENAU FFESTINIOG. TEMPERANCE.—On Friday, the Independent Order of Good Templars held their opening meet- ing at Garregddu Chapel. Mr. G. Williams, presided, and in the course of a few remarks paid a high tribute to the services of the deceased worthy chief templar, Mr. W. Ellis, Park Square. It was decided to form an Adult Lodge, and the election of officers takes place on Friday evening. BETHANIA.—On Tuesday evening the Band of Hope Choir performed Cantata'r Adar" (Dr. Parry) before a large audience. Mr. E. Williams (Isfryn) was the Chairman, and Miss A. C. Bevan, the choir conductor. On Thursday evening papers were read at the Literary Society by Mr. Evan Williams, on Hiraethog," and Miss Thomas iBrynegryn) on The Study of Martha's Character." FIRE.—On Saturday morning a fire occurred at the mineral water depot of Mr. Jenkin Morris. The Fire Brigade was summoned and was shortly on the spot. No great damage was done, the fire was soon extinguished. FOOTBALL.—On Saturday at the Recreation Ground, a match took place between the Llanrwst Gwydr Rovers and the Coming Stars. An inter- esting game was witnessed, which resulted in the visitors being quite outplayed, and the Stars came out easy victors by six goals to nil. The following registered goals for the homesters-Hughes (capt). 3; H. Williams, 2 and Owen Hughes, 1. Next Saturday the Engineers are expected to come up to play the Town Club. DEATH OF MR. JOHN REES.—After a long and painful illness, which he bore with great patience ana fortitude, Mr. John Rees died on Monday morning last, in his 37th year. He was for many years in the Militia, and was also a drummer in the Royal Oakelev Band. He was a native of Aberaman, South Wales, and came to Blaenau some years ago with some who were returning from South Wales to their home in the North, and here he remained till his death. During his illness he was frequently visited by the Rev. George Davies, B,A., Brynilwyd, whose ministra- tions he greatly appreciated. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon at Bethesda, the Rev. George Davies, officiating at the house and at the cemetery. MEETING OF THE MOTHERS' UNION.—On Wednesday, the 20th, Mrs. Williams, Glyn Garth Palace, wife of the Bishop of Bangor, addressed the above Union in the Church Hall. There was a large attendance of the Mothers, and seven new Members were admitted. Mrs. Williams addressed the meeting with sustained interest for about an hour, and explained many of her points with the aid of maps. The Rev. T. H. Hughes, Vicar, assisted with this mechanical part of the work, and altogether the Mothers had a very pleasant and enjoyable afternoon. Mrs. Williams presented each Mother with a memento of her visit. Miss Kathleen Hughes, daughter of the Rev. T. H. Hughes, Vicar, recently passed a very successful examination in instrumental and vocal music in connection with the Trinity College of Music, London. This very promising young lady has only studied for two terms under Professor J. L. Owen, so that her success is therefore much more creditable. Out of a possible total of 100 she obtained 91 marks, which means a very honourable attainment. In the ear tests she obtained full marks, this augurs for her a brilliant musical career in the future. We wish her every success, and offer also our congratulations to Professor Owen on the occasion. ACCIDENT.—On Wednesday, fr. Richard Owen, of Penybont, Tanygrisiau, met with a serious accident to his foot at the Croesor quarry. He was carried home by his fellows, and is confined to his bed, but is progressing favourably.
Rhydlydan, Pentrevoelas
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Rhydlydan, Pentrevoelas SHEEP DOG TRIALS.—The Second Annual Sheep dog trial was held at Rhydlydan on Thursday, when over 60 dogs ran. The trials on the whole were not so successful from the working point of view, several well known dogs being most dissappointing in their respective performances. The officers were as follows :—President, Mr. Evan Jones, Groudd Hall, Cerrigydruidion Vice-Presi- dent, Mr. Thomas Roberts, Cefnhirfynydd Uchaf; Chairman of Committee, Mr. T. C. Morris, Sign Vice-Chairman, Mr. Willie Hughes, Fron Isaf; Judges, Messrs. John Parry, Blaenycwm, Prysor; Evan Williams, Rhos, Capel Curig; John Jones, Nillig Robert Morris, Ty Mawr, Groes Time- keepers, Messrs. R. H. Jones, Gwernhowel Ganol; D. Jones, Tynrhos Starters, Messrs. Robert Jones Nant Farm; Ido Jones, Penrhyn Working Com- mittee, Messrs. John Jones, Corsnug Willie Hughes, Fron Isaf; G.P.Owen, Pentrefelin John Roberts, Hafotty bach Robert Jones, Nant D. Williams, Hafodre Uchaf. Stewards, Messrs Hugh Humphreys, Hendre John Hughes, Bron Park; Robert Thomas, Mill; Hugh Thomas, Cefnrhyd Morris Edwards, Fran bellaf; J. Williams, Hafodre Uchaf. Treasurer, Mr. D. Williams, Hafodre Uchaf; Secretaries, Messrs. Jenkin Roberts, Pentre- foelas Price Hughes, GaUt y Celyn. The following o were the winners. First Class (open to North Wales). 1st, iNIr, John Roberts; C-aeau Gwynion; Bala; 2nd and 3rd divided equal betwe £ I> Mr, W. Jones, Plas Nant, Llangwm, and Mr J, Robert^ Cymro, Llantysilio 4th, Mr. Win. Roberts, Aber- neignant, Festiniog 5th, Mr. Richard Williams, Hafotty, Graig Weiau, Trawsfynydd. Second Class (open to dogs within the radius of 12 miles and not having won a 1st or 2nd prize previously). 1st, Mr John Roberts, Caeau gwynion, Bala 2nd, Mr. Richard Evans, Maes Merddyn, Pentrevoelas 3rd, Mr. Johnny Hughes, Cefngadfa, Pentrevoelas 4th, Mr. Samuel Thomas, Plas Dolyn, Pentre- voelas 5th, Mr. W. J. Davies, Tynymynydd, Llansannan.
NANT-BWLCH-YR-HEYRN.
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NANT-BWLCH-YR-HEYRN. COMPETITIVE MEETING.—The annual com- petitive meeting in connection with the C.M. Chapel at Nant was held on Thursday evening, the chair being occupied by Mr. J. E. Jones, N. & S.W. Bank, while the conductor was Mr. R. G. Owen, Greenwich House. The adjudicators were:-Music, Mr E. Festin Jones, Festiniog; Recitations, Revs. Evan Davies and Richard Row- 1 lands. Accompanist, Mr W. E. Davies, Llanrwst. The following were the successful competitors:— Solo for those not having previously won Miss Edith Roberts, Nant. Tenor Solo Mr William Ellis, Llanrwst. Soprano Miss Roberts, Nant Cottage. Baritone: Mr Hugh Owen, Capel Curig, Duett: Misses Jones, Llanrwst. Ouartette: Mr H Ellis and party. Sight reading :"Miss Thomas, George-street, Llanrwst. Mixed party Mr R. J. Roberts, Nant, and party. Recitation for juvenile: 1, Ellis Rowlands; 2, Willie Cooper, Nant. Recitation (open): eqnai, Mr Hugh Thomas and Mr R. E. Williams, Nant. Essay: Mr R. Roberts, Trefriw.
EGLWYS BACH.
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EGLWYS BACH. GQSEN CHAPEL.—A miscellaneous meet. ing was held at this chapel on Thursday night. The first part consisted of a lecture on "Dafydd Roland" and "Robert Thomas," delivered by the Rev. William Jones, Conway. The second part was made up -of various competitions, the adjudicators being Mr. T. W. Jones, Maen- an (recitations), and Mr. Owen Williams, Eglwysbach (music). The awards were as fol- liow.s -ehaU e'ILge recitiaition.' (5 ccmPetiitors) Prize divided between Mr. Robert Morris, Gwytherin, and lM:r. Robert Jones, Eglwys Bach. Recitation for children: 1, Maxy C. Roberts, Pandy; 2, C. Jones, Goelas. Chal- lenge solo (6 competitors) 1, Evan Parry, Ffrith Arw. Duet for children,: 1, Gwladys Owen, Bryn Griau, and Lizzie Jones, Ty Mawr 2. Misisas- Jones, Goelas. TEMPERANCE.—Last Sunday addresses were delivered on the temperance question at the. various places of worship. On Monday niigh-t the Retv. R. Rowlands, Llanrwst, preached an admirable sermon at Bethania on the same IQ, -Si ec,t.