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

ABERGELE. LICENSING COMMITTEE.—At the Aber- 1J¡e Sessions on SaJturday the Justices appointed Mr. J. Herbert Roberts, M.P., Mr. Oldfield, and Mr. J. Dunoan Miller to represent them on the D,-n,bi,h,shir,e I,icen(sin C;ommit?,ee. ?g LITTLE HAROLD.It ?s with profound re- gret- that I record tlie death of little Harold Jones, the four-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. W. E, Jones, Rhuddlan-road, a nephew cf Mr. Mosis Jones, which took place, after only a week's illness, on Friday. The family had re- cently paid a short visit to London, and in travelling home during the night, the poor little fellow contracted a severe cold, from the effects of which he suocemibad as stated. Mr. and Mrs. Jones, as well as all the rest of the family, who are prostrated with grief, have the heart. felt sympathy of the- whole town in their kertibly sad and sudden affliction. Just buddintg to life like the snowdrop pure, Wilth the snowdrop's Heaven-'bom charms He lived in the hearts of his parents heme, But he died in the Saviour's arms. SEARCHLIGHT.

OLD COLWYN. BROTHERHOOD CONCERTS.—On Saturday evening, another of the series of penny concerts was held in the English Wesleyan Chapel when there was a good attendance. Mr William Roberts, Penbryn, occupied the chair, and the following artistes took part:—Mr J. Hughes, Miss Shields, Mr Parry, Mr Evan Jones, Mrs Coy, Mr W. Roberts (Penbryn), and Miss Mary Jones (Penmaen). An exhibition of Indian Club swinging was given by Mr George Roberts. THE NEW BROTHERHOOD READING ROOM.—Quite an interesting function took place at the village on Monday evening, by the installing of a reading room for the use of the working men, who mainly constitute the Christian Brotherhood that has so flourished in the place. The locale of the reading room is in Prince's Road, and the nlil formal ope i g ceremony before a large gathering was made by Councillor Hammersley Heenan, and this augurs well for the success of the project and supplies a long-felt want. All the work in con- on r?ection ivith t.lie new premises has been d .e by the men, such as joinerin', painting, &c., and a lady has presented the promoters with a capital gas stove, and matting has also been supplied by the English Baptist friends. Mr Heenan delivered a capital speech, and he was supported by Mr Higginbottom, the president of the Brotherhood, as did also Mr Hyslop. Capt. Treleaven Jones proposed a vote of thanks to Mr Heenan, which was seconded by Mr Christein, and carried with heartiness. The com- pany of about one hundred afterwards sat down to a substantial supper at the English Wesleyan Chapel, under the catering of Capt. Treleaven Jones, and a pleasant evening was spent. THE PUPILS of Victoria House School gave their first entertainment in Old Colwyn on Friday. The first part consisted of songs, solos, and duets, followed by The Mimic School," in which all the pupils took part. After the interval there was a Nursery Rhyme entertainment in character, which was well carried out by all. THE LITERARY SOCLE fY OF EBENEZER. -At the adjourned meeting of this Society held on Thursday evening, Mr Daniel Jones, the vice- president took the chair over a numerous attend- ance. A discussion took place upon the Five Senses," and was of a most edifying and con- templative character. NEW YEAR'S DAY EISTEDDFOD.-The executive of the Eisteddfod to be held at the Pier Pavilion on New Year's Day, under the auspices of the Welsh Congregationalists, are highly gratified at the manner in which entries in all com- petitions are coming in, which shows the undiminished interest taken by the public in the hardy annual." HOSPITAL SUNDAY.—The exceptionally unpropitious- welaither that prevailed on Sunday last militated against a good attendance at the Parish Church of St. Catherine's and the new Church of St. John the Baptist's upon the oc- casion of Hospital Sunday. However, the ex- cellent institution, the Colwyn Bay Cottage Hospital, will benefit -from the collection at St. Catharine's to the amount of £ 1 8s. and from that of St. John's of £ 6 18s. 6d. CYMDEITHAS LENYDDOL HEBRON.— Nos Lun diweddaf cafwyd eyfarfod tra dydd- orol ac addyagradtol. Y mater dan sylw ydioedd "Pa fodd i gadw ty yn cynwys itiad, mam, a phedwar of blanit ar £ 1 yr wythnois?" Clafwyd papur gan Mrs. W. H. Jones, Regent House. Llwyddodd Mrs. Jones i wneud papur gwir dda ar diestyn anhawdd. Siaradwyd yn fyr gian amryw o'r aelodau.

LLANDRILLO-YN-RHOS. ANNUAL YULETIDE TRYST.-The annual event which takes place in the Church Room anterior to the season of Christmas in connec- tion with the Paitiislh Church is always looked forward ifco witth great interest by the residents of the rapidly increasing district of Rhos. The parish is happy in. the possession of such a room as that in which the gatherings are held —it is comlmodious, *pom £ ortable, and adaptable to many .things. It has a spacious stage which sets off anythdog dramatic that may be pre- sented. On Thursday the room was gay with younjg people surrounding a /magnificent Chrisit- maJs tpee kindly yiv,en by Mr. Robert Barlow, of Ayrshire Cottage, Llandrillo. And he and Mrs. Barlow had arranged and diressed the treie in such a manner that the young folks viewed it with joyful admd-ration. Then there Were some pretty fancy work stalls Laden with ornamental and useful articles.—The Vicar, the Rav. E. James Evans, in opening the proceed- ings, sodtd that the idea of the word Tryst was a place of gathering, and he hoped that the Yule- tide Tryst would be looked upon as a very use- ful land enjoyable -annual place of gathering for the purposes of raising money for the gen- eral purposes fund of -the parish. At thte first Tryst, in 1903, the sum of £24 was raised; in 19°4, £32; in 1905, £36; and 1906, £36. There they seemed to have got stuck, and he hoped (that that day's proceedings would lift it higher i than any of its predecessors and create a i creditable record. Everything worked smooth- ly and evenly, which was due really to the f co-operation that they had amongst their workers. When he looked around him he saw a beautiful arrangement of things. One thing hei was- sure they all lamented, poor Sianta Claus (Herr Voute) was ill, and they regreated his inability to be present. A singular event had occurred din London in the burning of Gamage's—the home of children's toys in Lon- don, and which was like Joseph supplying corn in Egypt. He Was glad to think that they had thoughtful "Josephs" in -that' room who had supplied such a ruicre array of toys, and which would be a god opportunity for all the children residing -in the neighbourhood.—Tea had been prepared, and! was well attended to by Mrs. Tozer and her party of friends. A large num- ber availfed themselves of the opportunity of sippinlg the "fragranit cup" and the stalls wecre under the direction of Mrs. Evans, the Vicar- age, assisted by many willing friends. The musical progmmme was under the direction of Miss Best. The action sOinigls of the children of the Sunday school were very pretty and showed excellent training. The following was the programme: -Action song, "Milk- tmiaids," the girls; pianoforte .solo, Miss Edgar; .song. Miss Elsie M-arsaim action song, "Merry shoeblacks," .the boys; pianoforte sioilo, Miss P. Horton; song, "Beloved, awake, the Vicar; recitation, "Red Riding Hood," Mr. David Roberts; dialogue, "Which got the best of it?" Miss G. Tozer and Miss Leach; dance, ■Miss E. Tozer and Miss M. Cooper; action- soing, "Little Cooks," the girls; song, Miss L. Grant; action song, "Handkerchiefs," the glirls; recitation, "The Patch," Miss A. Wil- liams song, Miliss Tozer; action .song, "Stock- ing menders," the girls; dialogue. "Nick- names," Miss G. Tozer and Miss Leach; sonig, "A child's fancy," Miss G. Berts; recitation, "The Loisis of the Royal George," Mr. Hugh Robertson. 'M¡Î¡ss Chainbres adtfed as accom- panist. THE TRAMWAY APPROACH.—When it becomes dark the approach to the smarting poinit is hard to discern. It is some distance from the road, and there is no recognised pathway lead- ing to it, and what is more, there is no light to indicate the locale of the terminus. Several people have compliained sorely of this incon- venience iart might, and it would be to the Com- pany's interests, onte would suppose, to have a Lght indicating the way to the tramis.

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LLANDUDNO. A MINIATURE LIGHT RAILWAY.—One of the novelties introduced into wondow display is a miniature light railway which is being shown laJt the establishment of Mr. Robert Owen, 25, Mostyn-street. Both windows are handsomely dressed for Christmas with a large quantity of the liabest designs in blouses, millin. cry, furs, lace goods, handkerchiefs, fancy boxes -of handkerchiefs, handbags, &c., &c., suitable ,for Christmas and New Year presents A BUILDER'S AFFAIRS.—At the Biangor Bankruptcy Court on Thursday, before Mr. Registrar Glynne Jones, Mr H. D. McAu-sland, Liverpool, the trusltee in bankruptcy of George Kyffin Retorts, Llandudno, subjected the bank- rupt to a prolonged examination with reference to an alleged discrepancy in his statement of accounts. Mr. E. E. Bone appeared for the 'bankrupt, who candidly admitted that he knew nothing of accounts., and had a clerk to keep them. The Registrar intimiarted that he saw no further reason for keeping the examination open, and delClmeid it closed, subject to debtor supply- ing the trustee with any further information he might require. LIBERAL ASSOCIATION—A meeting of the Executive of the Llandudno Liberal As- sdilatoin was held at the Liberal Rooms on Saturday night. Mr. Councillor J. 'JI^M-aster was in the dhair. It was arranged to hold the annual meeting in January, in which months also, on a late eonvcn/Lent to Mr. Ellis J. Griffith, M.P., a soiree promoted by the Associa- tion in 'co-operation with the Women's Liberal Association will take place. Mr. Griffith has promised to attend and give an address. The Liberal Executive passed a vote of condolence with Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd-George. LLANDUDNO MARK MASONS.—The annual meeting of St. David's Lodge of Mark Master Masons, No. 38, was held at Llandudno on Wednesday evening, when Bro. G. M. Lees was installed in the chair by Bro. J. T. Morgan, P. Prov. G.S.O., the retiring Master, who was assisted by Bro. G. L. Woodley, P.M., P.P.G.S.W., P.G. Stwd. Eng. The new W.M. invested the following as his officers for the ensuing year:—S.W. Bro. F. D. Chantrey, P.P.G.I. of Wks. J.W. Bro. W. Price, P.G. Reg. of Marks; M.O. Bro. T. 0. Morgan, P.G.D. of C.; S.O. Bro. A. Rhydwen Jones, P.P.G. Stwd.; J.O. Bro. Walter A. Jones, P.G. Stwd. Treas., Bro. G. L. Woodley Ueg. of Marks, Bro. W. Ellis Jones, P.M. P.P.G.I.O.; Sec., Bro. J. T. Morgan, S.D. Bro. S. Chantrey, P.G.I.G. J.D. Bro. A. J. Oldman Dir. of Cer., Bro. H. E. Bon- nalie Org., Bro. J. Burwell P.P.G. Org I.G., Bro 1. L. Morgan tyler, Bro. Thomas Ellis. The ban- quet was subsequently held at the Imperial Hotel.

LLANDUDNO JUNCTION. SINGULAR ACCIDENT TO A LISCARD iMAN.-On Friday evening, a gentleman named Mr. Gilliland, of Liscar-d, travelled from Llan- dudno by the 9.15 p.m. train in order to catch the mail. Having alighted from the tradn, MT. Gilliland unfortunately turned To-und to No. i platform, which is unused after 6 o'clock in the evening, and owing to shortsightedness he fell into what is known as the Llandudno bay. His cries were heard, and Dr. Jones and Mr. Nevitjt attended to him, and he was taken to the Llan- dudno Cottage Hospital, where we understand on enquiries he is progressing favourably. CONGREGATIONAL MINISTERS' FRA- TERNAL.—The monthly meeting of the Welsh Congregational ministers was held at this place on Monday afternoon. The Rev. Luther Thomas, of Conway, was voted to the chair, and there were present the Rev. Keinion Thomas, of Port- d'inorwic, D. P. Davies and C. Williams of Pen. miaenmawr D. P. Hoskins, Llanbedr; W. Wil- liams, Colwyn Bay (late of Maenlt-w-rog) H. R. Williams, Colwyn Bay, and W. E. Jones (Pen- llyn), Colwyn. A paper was read by the Rev. W. Williams, of Colwyn Bay, upon "The influ- tenoe of Nonconformity upon the national ohiar- -acter of Wales," which was greatly appreciated by those assembled.—A resolution was adopted deeply regretting the decision of the Calvinisftic Methodists at their last meeiting to erect: a place of worship in Broad-street, within a stone's throw of the building used by the Congragatio-n- aliists, while the district is sufficiently supplied with religious- accommodation for the inhabi- tants. The Rev. D. M. Mason, of Geriziim, is to read a paper at the next meerting of the fraternal.

GLAN CONWAY. BUILDING DEVELOPMENTS.—It is under- stood the arrangements, are being made by a local builder for the erection, not far from the centre of the "old'' village, of eight cottages and two .shops. As old Glan Conwiay has been co -conservative as regards new buildings, this move is, one worthy of a passing comment. PLEASANT EVENINGS AT FFORDDLAS.— Last we-ek the first of an intended winter series of pleasant even-ings was held at the Fforddlas Welsh Baptist chapel, when the place was crowded. Mr. John Davies, Arfon House, con- ducted the proceedings, which were mirthful and in,tel-lec,tua.l. Sinc, ning -reci'tirtg, impromptu re,ad., in,g, and ?dd,alogues 'made up a pleasing pro- gramme. In the dialogue competition the prize was divided beitween Miss Owen, Trallwyn, and! Mr. Tom. Jones, Bryn Pobty, and Ivii. hon-ours for 5s Dav.icis, Fel!in Isa', took unpuntotuafted reading. For the bast story the prize was divided between Mr. Harry Williams, Meu-sydd, and Mr Richard Jones, Peulwys. One of the fe.aftures of the evening was the dramatic rendering of the "Curfew Bell" led by Mr. Evan T. Davies, Secft-on House. Tea was afterwards partaken of and enjoyed by a large number of people. THE PARISH CHURCH.—It is anticipated that the structural alterations- and renovation of the Parish Church of St. Ffraid'is will be completed in time for the festive season of Christmas. Those who remember the old in- ternal arrangements will be astonished at the transformation effected. THE REV. ROBERT JONES, LLAN. LLYFNI."—Last night (Wednesday) tihe Rev. R. Willaiams, pastor of Bryn Ebenezer, delivered a very learned lecture at the vestry of the chapel upon tihe above-named noted Welsh divine. It was the inaugural meeting of the Literary Soc. ifefty conmeated with the chapel. Mr Ervan Jones, Mi-nafon, Chairman of the Society, presidJed. Mr. W. Edwards, Ffordd, is the Secretary. The inemibers look forward to a successful session. WELSH WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE UNION.—On Wednesday last an interesting meEtMig was held at the Vestry Room of the Bryn Ebenezer Welsh Methodist chapel of the local branch of the North Wales Welsh Women's Temperance Union. Misis Edwards, Fair View, presided over a numerous gathering, in succes- sion to Mrs. J. D. Owen, the late president, who has gone to live at Bodfari. Mrs. Williams, Perutie Isa', OIperruerd the meeting in a devotional manner, after which the president gave an ad- dress, and this was followed by a song by Miss Owen entitled "Pwy fel fy mam?'' Miss Looms having recited, an. enjoyable item, a paper deal- ing upon temperance was read by Miss Wil- liams, Islwyn (daughter of the Rev. Robert Wil. liams, M.A., pastor). Very pleasing was the song, "Rhagom, ferched, Cymru," given by Miss B. G. Williams, Eagles Shop. Then followed the "piece de -resistance" of the evening in the presentation to Miss Roberts, the late Secretary of the Glan Conway branch, who has moved to Pienmaenmawr, with a silver inkstand as a token of the esteem in which she was held by her col- leagues when holding the secretarial office. When Miss Jones, Gydar, the new Secretary, made the presentation, Miss Roberts was taken by great surprise. She was very pleased and returned thanks in a neat speech, not unmixed with emotion. The Rev. Robert Williams, M.A., pastor, delivered a stirring address on temperance, and Miss Roberts closed the meelt- irug with prayer.

I CONWAY. A GOOD PLACE FOR BOOTS.—For the besit and cheapest of all classes of Boots and Shoes go to Joseph Jones, Compton House, Castle- street, Conway. Best shop for repairing. Agent for the K and all the Best Brands. 2427 MR. LLOYD-GEORGE'S BEREAVEMENT.— At the Welsh Wesleyan Chapel, on Sunday even- ing, a letter was received from Mr William George, brother of the President of the Board of Trade, thanking the members of the Chapel, on behalf of his brother, for the kind message of sympathy recently sent. "PILGRIM" IN DISTRESS.—The "Pilgrim" (owner Capt Roberts) experienced extremely bad weether in the Mersey on Saturday night and early Sunday morning. Shortly before midnight on Saturday, the New Brighton lifeboat was hailed by signals from the Crosby lightship, at the mouth of the river, and upon proceeding thither she found the sloop in difficulties. The Pllgrim's sailing gear had in some manner or other become entangled, and there being only a man and a boy on board. The life-boat stood by through the night, until the vessel was able to be towed into New Brighton SOLIAL CHRIS I'lANlTY.—At the Tabernacle (W.) Mutual Improvement Society, on Monday evening, Mr. John Williams in the chair, the Rev. Philip Price (President) delivered an inttereisting address on the above subject. The attendance was very good. The following members also spoke: -Mcissrs. Luke Roberts, T. C. Jones, Robert Evans, and the Chairman. Thanks were ac- corded Mr. Price for his address, and a very i-nitereislting meeting terminated. Next Monday evening M.r. Ellis Davies, M.P., will deliver his lecture on "Howel Dda." All are cordially in. vite-d. WOMEN"S TEMPERANCE ASSOCIATION. —The United Women's Teanperance Associa- tion on Wednesday (inaugurated a movement which promises to do a great deal for the tem- perance cause in the town and neighbourhood. At the Garmel (C.M.) schoolroom, between 3 and 5 p.m., the Association gave tea and made other aranigeme-nts for the amusement and edi- fication of the large number of young people who have recently joined the temipetance move- ment, more particularly those who determined to adopt a change of attitude as the result of Mr. Tennyison Smith's very successful mission. This gathering, which is the first of a series to be held fort nightly, was organised by the President of the Association (Mrs. Cynwal Jones), assisted by the members of the committee, together with the Secretary (Miss M. E. Jones, Llandudno Junction), and the Treasurer (Miiss Thomas, High-street). Mrs. Edwards, Mrs. E. P. Hughes, and Miss A. Jones, Chester House, Llandudno J unotion, took a prominent part in the proceed- ings, whale Miss Gwyneth Edwards and Miss Louisa Evans contributed rowardis a highly in- teresfting programme of miscellaneous items. Miss Hilda Lewis presided at the piano. The next meeting is announced to take place on Thursday, December 19th, at the Siloh C.M. Schoolroom, Gyffin. LEGAL SUCCESS.—In a previous issue we had the pleasure of recording the success at his final law examination 'of Mr. George Thorne, Son of Mr. J. R. Thome, solicitor, of Wolver- hampton. We notice from the current number of the Law Magazine that Mr. Thome's name figures high up on the honours list. Mr Thonne and his coach, Mr. H. E. Roberts, are to be corngrattulated upon this additiontal success. A PARLIAMENTARY NIGHT.-Mon&y evening was a "Parliamentary night" with the .members of the Seion Literary and Debartiing Society. Mr. John Griffith, Bangor-n|ad, was the Speaker, and the Rev. J. Luther Thomas, in ,the absence of .the Rev. Menai Francis, intro- duced a Disestablishment Bill, which Mr. J. P. Griffiths, as leader of the Opposition, opposed. Amongst others who spoke were Mr. John Ro- berts (Lark Hill) and Mr. Robert Jones (Secre- tary). Next Monday, the Rev. Tom. Davies, Llandudno, will lecture upon "The opportunity of Wriales." VISIT OF MR. ELLIS DAVIES, M.P. —We notice -thalt Mr. Ellis Davies, M.P., is an- nounced to address the members of the Taber- naicle and Canmiel Literary Societies, art. the Tabernacle schoolroom on Monday next. His subject will be "Gweithredoedd Hywel Dda." HONOUR FOR DR. JOS. R. WILLIAMS.— The Executive Committee of the St. Johru's Am- bulance Association, London, have regognased Dr. Jos. R. Williams' services to the Associa- tion at Conway by adding his nairne to the list of 'Honorary Laife Members of the Association. This honour is only conferred on medical men who have rfbr a number of years given their ser. viiceis gratituously in instruction in "first ai&) and "home nursing." This Dr. Williams has don.e for the last four years, and the members of his classes are pleased to find that his ser- vices are appreciated. The intimation of the honour was sentt on vellum to the Secretary, and the numbers of the classes had it framed before presenting it to Dr. Williams. Liaist Fri- day the members of the Conway branch of the St. John's Ambulance Association met in dex to present the framed vellum to the doctor. A good number of members were presnt, and also Dr. and Mrs. Williams. Mr. Henry Nevitt, aifter explaining the object of the meeting, and re- countiing Dr. William's work, called upon Miss M. Jones to make the presentation, which she did in an. adndrable speech. She was sup- ported by Mr. W. H. Jones and Mr. Humphrey Hughes, who spoke very highly of Dr. Williams' work and also oif his very able wife, to whom in a great measure the success of the classes is due. Dr. Williams, in responding, staid he hoped the members de- rived as much pleasure in his lectures as he did in giving them, and hoped the institution, would be of service to them in saving the lives of their comrades if ever they were called upon to do so. (Applause.) LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD INQUIRY. —At the Guild Hall, on Wednesday morning, Colonel M. K. North, on behalf of the Local Government Board, held an inquiry into an ap- plication of the Corporation for powers to bor- row the sum. of ^460 for works of water supply in Deiganwy amd Conway. Apart from the officials of the Corporation, only Councillor Edward Jones, Deganwv, was present. The Town Clerk (Mr. T. E. Plarry) gave all informa- tion as -to the decisions of the Council in refer. ence to the matter, while the Borough Engineer (Mr. F. A. Delamotte) supplied deftaiils as to the nature- of the scheme, and the Borough Account, ant (Mr Hugh Piarry) testified as to the Boroughs financial resources. After the inquiry the In- spector visited the site of the pro-posed works. FIRE. BRIGADE.—Orders for the week end- ing December 23rd —Station duty, "Fireman Rowland Jones and Engineer Hugh Williams; officer on duty, Lieutenant Owen Williams.— F. A. Delamotte, Chief Officer.

EGLWYSBACH. FUNERAL.—The mortal remains of Mrs. Davies, Med-diant, who died so suddenly last week, were interred at St. Martin's Church yard last Friidiay. The burial service was read by the Rev. H. L. Davies. Much sympathy is felt with the family in their sad bereavejneiDit. PARISH MEETING.—A parish mleeitmg was held on Thursday nilght to 4oonsiider the advisa- bility of improving Ffordd Ddwr y Rhiiw. Mr. Evan Jones, Y Rhiw, presided, and there was a large number of ratepayers present. After con. siderable discussion, in which several of the most i-nfluelnttial ra-tepayers took pafrt, it was unanimously decided to ask tie District Council to carry out certain improvementis.