Rhyl Journal

holesate .<:A < <. sp •lvr RHYL. Wholesale Dealer in and Bottler of Bass's, Allsopp's, and Ind Coope and Co.'s Ales. Guinness's Extra Dublin Stout. Sale Agent for Anglo-Bavarian Ales, Pilsener Lager Beer (Jacob's), Devonshire Cider, Perry, &c., in Cask and Bottle. Families and the Trade Supplied. |y ALL ADVERTISEMENTS SHOULD BE SENT TO THE OFFIOE NOT LATER THAN THURSDAY EVENING

PRINCIPAL OWEN REPLIES. Principal Owen replies to Sir G. 0. Mor- gan's letter in favour of the Suspensory Bill in terms which neatly criticises the attacks of the spoliation party. He attributes Sir G's. vehemence to a dislike on the part of the right honorable baronet for suspense and perturbation of emotion and the aggravation of that suspense by the silence of Mr Gladstone-his political leader-and the speeches of the Bishop of St. Asaph-his 1 diocesan leader. Principal Owen further hits the nail on the head when he refers to the baronet's last letter as the outcome of t'the exuberence of imagination only perhaps to be expected when an eminent augur of Welsh events glances from the clouds of the policy of the Government at the rest of the minor patent facts." The right hon. baronet's inevitable errors form a series of singular interest for psychological pathologists. Sir G. O. Morgan charges 15 13 the Bishop with having confused enrolled members" the inner circle of Welsh Dissent with the mixed multitude of infants and adults of all sorts-the outer circle-inclusive not only of members," but also of hearers varying from constant to the most conceivably casual attendanoe at Nonconformists' religious rites, public or private who, as is well known, so far from being enrolled," are simply assessed in Nonconformist official statistics by not too modest a process of pure guesswork, and who cannot be made to amount, all told, including Roman Catholics, to quite half the [population of Wales. If the right honorable baronet will only study Welsh Nonconfor- S mist official statistics he will save himself the annoyance inevitably involved in his repetition of this gross blunder.

MAY DAY. The May Day celebration in Rhyl passed off most successfully, and all concerned have just cause for self-congratulation upon the issue of the affair. The weather was un- suited to the requirements of the day, rain falling during the morning and at intervals in the course of the afternoon and evening I but notwithstanding this deterrent influence the celebration was voted a thorough suc- cess, and everybody interested appeared to be fully satisfied with the outcome of the excellent arrangements of the committee. As regards the procession itself little can be said but in the way of praise. There was no extravagant fantastic display apparent, I and the aim and bent of the exhibitors and the participators generally seemed to be in the direction of the securing of appreciative notice from the onlookers with respect to neatness and order. After all these two qualities should be the objects of the aspira- tions of public exhibitor^, and this year in particular the men made a grand effort to present a faultless turnout. The display of tradesmen's conveyances was in every respect of a noticeable nature. Lengthy as the procession was, there was variety all along its course, and this with neatness and order thrown in and a modicum of style sufficed to secure for the demonstrators that meed of approval which they fully deserved. The May Queen and her retinue formed the feature of the procession, and the little ones carried their part of the programme through with gratifying exactitude, and the ladies who had taken upon them the onerous task of training the youthful guard of honour for the procession and for the subsequent ceremony at the Gardens are deserving of more than ordinary praise. The dinner at the Town Hall in the evening proved a great success, and was such as would tend to increased cordiality between the men. Good feeling prevailed throughout and a most pleasant time was enjoyed by all. The arrangement which consists in the provision of a dinner for the drivers, 4e. in lieu of money prizes appears to be in great favour with the men, it being considered that the prize awards can never be made in such a manner as to give satisfaction to everybody As it was, the May Day demon- stration was a great success, and was another exemplification of the truism that unity and cordiality work wonders.

ST. ASAPH BOARD OF GUARDIANS. The fortnightly meeting of the Board of Guar- dian* was held yesterday at the Workhouse, St. Asaph, when there were present Messrs Edwin MnrlI r'(chairnvtn), Hugh Parry, and T. Howes Robert (rice-chairmenj, E. Williams, J. Foulkes, R. Llewelyn Jones, J. Roberts. W. C. Bell, W. Littler, J. W. Stokes, J. MeMurray, J. Vauzhan, J. Williams (Abergele), Jos. Jones, J. Williams (Pydewi, J. Kerfoot, T. Ellis (Llys), Thos. Evans, R. Davies, and W. Wynne, J.P. Gifts to the House. Presents in the form of books and toys were reported by the Matron to have been received for the use of the inmates from Mrs Hackforth, High Street, Rhyl, Captain and Mrs Heaton, and Miss Gee (Denbigh), and It was decided that the Clerk write to the donors expressing the thankq of the Board. The Trampl Sunday. The Master reported that there were 102 in- mates in the House-an increase of 3 as compared with the last Board day. The number of tramps admitted daring the fortnight was 168-an in- crease of 30 as compared with the corresponding period last year.—The Chairman asked if tramps were allowed to remain in the House over Sunday ? —The Master replied in the affirmative; and Mr Lloyd said it was not so in Holywell, and he thought they should keep them there. It was a creat shame that they should throw the tramps on St. Asaph. He moved that the Clerk write callin0" the attention of the Holywell and Ruthin I y Guardians to an arrangement U made some time ago to the effect that they would keep the tramps over Sunday. They agreed to this in Holywell. Ruthin, and Conway some time since. It would be better for society and for the tramps if the arrangement could be carried out.—The Chair- man Complaints are being made all over the country.—Mr Lloyd The police were complaining that they were too full on Sundays.—The pro- posal of Mr Lloyd was agreed to. Industrial Training. Mr L1. Jones suggested that an industrial trainer should be secured for the boys but the suggestion was not acted upon, the feeling being that it was not advisable to increase the staff of the Union. Thanks to the Clergy. The Chairman said that before beginning the holiness he wished to propose a vote of thanks to the clergy and ministers who had rendered such valuable serviee to the Board, and that the vote be recorded in the chaplain's book.—Mr McMurray seconded, and this was agreed to. The Ladies' Committee. Letters were read from Mrs, Easterby, Mrs Lloyd Jones, Mrs Roberts (Rhyl), Mrs Clough, Miss Gold Edwards, Mrs Roberts (Trefnant), Miss Vaaghan, Xiss Ellis, and Mrs Walker, accepting the appointments on the Ladies' Visiting Committee.—The Chairman said Mrs Luxmoore Peia¡ abroad, refficiaat time had not elapsed for the receipt of tba lady's reply.—It was suggested that the committee meet on Thursday next.—Tbe Clerk That is Ascension Day.—Mr Lloyd Better the day better the deed. Tho Chairman mentioned Friday, and this was gued to, the time fixed being twelve o'clock. A Question of Surcharge. The Clerk reported that the' auditor had sur" charged a bill of £7 odd which had been paid to Mr Alun Lloyd for services rendered.—It ap- peared that the services rendered by Mr Alun Lloyd were paid for after twelve months from the date of the services, and at the same time, according to Mr R. LI. Jones, the Board declined to pay to the Rhyl Improvement Commissioners an account due to them for the maintenance of sick paupers at the time of the typhoid fever epidemic. Mr Jones said the Board had declined to pay the amount owing to the claim not having been sent in within the stipulated time for payment of accounts owing by the Guardians.—Mr Lloyd moved that the Clerk write informing the Local Government Board how the matter stood, and, Mr Jos. Jones seconding, this was carried.—Mr LI. Jonas suggested that the Local Government Board be applied to to pay the amount to the Commissioners. — Mr Lloyd He is out of order. —Mr Jones: I am not.—Mr Lloyd: You must give notice.—Mr Jones: No notice has been given on the agenda that it has been surcharged. —Mr McMurray: Not at all! That matter was settled years ago.—The Chairman You must give notice, as there is a resolution of the books against paying this amount to the Commissioners. —Mr Jones: You are going to apply to the Local Government Board to remit this money notwithstanding that it was illegally paid, just in the same manner as it was alleged to pay the Rhyl Improvement Commissioners' bill.—The Chairman There is a difference in the two accon»ts.—Mr Jones was proceeding to speak, when several members commenced to shuffle their feet on the floor.—Mr McMurray I beg to move that we proceed to the next business.—Mr Robt. Davies: I think we have had enough of that long ago, and if you had any sense at all you would shut up. — Mr Jones: If an objection is raised to my bringing the matter forward.—The Clerk It is simply an ordinary report I have to make as to what has taken place.—The Chairman If you raise an objection, we will defer it till the next Board, and you must give notice of it.—Mr Jones I give notice now, tllen, to rescind the resolution on the books, and that we apply to the Local Government Board. I say it was irregular to let it pass the Board. I want to point out the inconsistency of the Board. Our Clerk writes to the Commis- sioners in Rhyl drawing attention to the Act limiting the time in which Guardians are to pay their debts. I want yon to treat all our creditors alike (hear, hear).—Mr Robert Davies The cases are not parallel.—Mr Jones: I give notice that we apply to the Local Government Board for power to pay this bill.—Mr Jones was proceeding, when several members cried Next business."— The Chairman It is only a waste of time.—A member You are sure to lose—Mr Jones All I want is for the Board to be consistent.—The mater then dropped.

BOBWICK'S BAKING POWDER.—Pare and Who'esome. BOBWICK'S BAKING POWDER.—Entirely free from alum. BOBWICK'S BAKING POWDER.—Largest sale in the world. BOBWICK'S BAKING POWDER.—Best that money can buy.

Rhyl Parliamentary Debating Society. DEFEAT OF THE GOVERNMENT ON THE SUSPENSORY BILL.—EXCITING SCENES. (BY A LOBBYIST.) The House met at 8 p.m. on Friday, and nothing in its appearance at that hour suggested that ere its close the night would be stamped as a memorable one in the history of the local Parlia- ment. There were present then the Prime Minister (Mr J. W. Jones) and two or three Ministers on the Treasury Bench but there was on the Liberal side of the House an utter absence of the rank and file of the party. The Opposition Leader (Mr W J P Storey) was present, and behind him sat a fair number of followers. The Speaker being absent, the Rev. i. Griffiths was voted to the chair, and the proceedings com- menced. The hon. Member for Deptford (Mr Tilby) endeavoured to elicit from the Prime Minister a statement showing amounts of money granted by Parliament to the Church during the present century, and also the amounts granted to Nonconformist bodies but although the light hon. gentleman hid received notice of the question, he had no information to give. The adjourned debate was then resumed by the Member for Glasgow (Mr K. McEwen), who as a Nonconformist spoke strongly against the mea. sure, urging thut the principle was bad and the expediency very questionable. A hearty cheer from a rapmly- filling House announced that the Leader of the Opposition was at the table looking full of fight. He immediately proceeded to dissect the arguments used by the Gorerment and their supporters, and showed that there was absolutely no case made out for the drastic measure. As he eloquently wound up the case for the Opposition, cheer after cheer from his own side of the House plainly expressed the delight of his followers. Then the Prime Minister appeared to reply for the Government, but he was interrupted by the entrance of the Speaker, who until last Friday had never been known to be late. The Rev J. Griffiths immediately left the chair, much to the apparent chagrin of the Speaker of the house, but to the evident delight of the Opposition, who thereby gained a vote, while the Ministerialists lost one. The Prime Minister then resumed and said the hon member for Deptford had in his speech given his case away. Nevertheless he thought it would be well for him to reply to that speech in detail, and he admitted that serious breaches had been made in his (the Prime Minis- ter's) opening argument. Then came an altogether unexpected scene." A member whispered to the Prime Minister that the Ministerialists were in a majority, and he immediately sat down, calling for a division, although his speech was apparently not nearly finished, and despite the fact that he had com- plained that the Opposition had used the clock against him. The state of the house at this juncture defies description. Two gentlemen in the house who were non-members placed their backs against the door to prevent the entrance of other members, but were surprised to find that half a-dozen supporters of the opposition were in the lobby and had entered the house from the class-room door. Although the question had not beenjpat from the chair the Ministerialists left the house prepared for the division, but the speaker's attention being called to this fact they were compelled to return. The hubbub was tremendous, members rising excitedly in their places endeavouring to put questions of order and procedure to the chair and the Speaker calling loudly for order. At length order was obtained the Speaker ruling that all members then present in the room were entitled to vote. The room was then cleared for a division and the tellers appointed. To the surprise of every- body the Ministerialists objected to the numbers being read, and one after the other rose in his place attempting to address the House, while the Opposition kept up a steady fire of Order, Order effectually drowning the remarks of the aspirants for indulgence. In the midst of the confusion, the Speaker was understood to flay that he was prepared to hear the remarks ot a member of the Government, and a loud shout of indignation arose from the opposition benches at this most irregular proceeding. Again the House was in all uproar, the Speaker vainly endeavouring to obtain order and threatening at last to leave the House. This threat produced tbe desired silence and the Speaker, instead of reading the numbers, lectured the house on its loss of dignity and to the amazement of the members announced his refusal to read the numbers. An hon. member then called upon the Clerk to read the numbers, which he did as follows :— For the amendment 28 (including tellers) Against 26—Majority 2. The amendment that the Bill he read that day six months was carried, and again an indescri- bable scene was the order of the day. A loud shout of triumph arose from the Conservative benches, while the gloomy countenances and woe- begone aspects of the Ministerialists simply beggared description. The Speaker called sternly Order, order," but could gain no attention. At last the House began to empty itself, and the Speaker then announced his resignation of the office of Speaker of the House. The members afterwards quickly dispersed.

AND COMFORTING.—"By a thorough knowledge of the natural laws which govern the operations of digestion and nutrition, and by a careful application of the fine properties of well-selected COCOA. Mr. Epps has provided onr breakfast tables with a deli- cately flavoured beverage which may save us many heavy doctors' bills. It is by the judicious use of such articles of diet that a constitution may be gradually built up until strong enough to resist every tendency to disease. Hundreds of subtle maladies are floating around us ready to attack wherever there is a weak point. We may escape many a fatal shaft by keeping ourselves well fortified with pure blood and a properly nourished frame."—Civil Service Gazette.—Made simply with boil- ing water or milk. Sold only in packets, by Grocers, labelled—"JAMES Epps & Co., Homoeopathic Chemists London."—Also makers of Epps's Cocoaine or Nib- Extract: Tea-like.

DEATH. On the 30th of April, Catherine, wife of John Hammond, 33, West Parade, aged 68 years.

C-TDBUBY'S COCOA.—"A Cocoa possessing valuable flesh-fonuiag qualities, and imparting strength and staying power.—Health. Ø'&Jlng power.' -B.daJIJa.

ST. ASAPH PETTY SESSIONS. TAKING SALMON FRY. These monthly sessions were held on Monday a.t St. Asaph, before Major Birch, Sir William Gren- ville Williams, Colonel Howard, and Colonel Hore (magistrates), an ex-river watcher and fisherman, named Thomas Williams, of Rhuddlan, was sum- moned by the River Clwyd and Elwy Fishery Board of Conservators for unlawfully taking young salmon fry out of the River Clwyd.—Mr Gamlin prosecuted, and Mr J. A. Lloyd defended.—Thos. Deed, river watcher in the employ ofthe Board, said that about nightfall on April 11th he was watching the Clwyd from Rhuddlan Bridge, when he observed the defendant fishing with a rod and line. He saw him catch two fish and put them into his pocket. Deed went towards the defen- dant, who, when he saw the official approaching him, reeled up his line, stepped on to the bank, took the fish out of his pocket, and threw them on the ground, covering them over with soil. Defen- dant was searched, and upon him were found a trout and a samlet, the latter being alive. This the defendant denied to be his. — Mr I Gamlin said the defendant knew perfectly well what salmon fry were, and what he was doing, being an experienced fisherman and also an ex-river watcher. Deed had previously had conversations with him on the subject.—Mr Lloyd for the defence called a witness named Twist, who deposed that he was standing on the opposite side of the river watching the defendant fishing. He did not see him catch anything, nor cover anything up with sand.—Mr Lloyd contended that the fish in question had in all probability been left upon the bank by the receding tide.—The Bench considered the case proved, and fined defendant 10s. and 7s. costs.—A second charge was preferred against the same defendant for a similar offence.—Thomas Deed, river watcher, said he saw the defendant, who was fishing, catch five or six fish. Witness asked him how many fish he had caught, and defendant replied "one trout." The officer then noticed a string round defendant's neck, to which was attached a small bag. He seized the bag, and on examination of its contents found ten salmon fry.—For the defence, Mr Lloyd pleaded mitigating circumstances, but defendant in this case was £1 and 7s. 6d. costs.—On the application of Mr Gamlin, defendant was ordered to forfeit his rod nd line.

THE Editor of the Medical Annual speaks in the highest terms of CADBUKY'S COCOA as a beverage and a food for invalids on account of its absolute purity, high quality, and great solubility; and counsels the MedlCal Profession to remember, in recommending Cocoa, that the name CADBUBY on any packet is a guarantee of purity.

Vale Road British School. With his usual well-known generosity and kindness, Mr R LI. Jones, C.C., entertained the children attend- ing Emmanuel British School to tea on Tuesday after- noon. The children, to the number of 150, assembled in the Schoolroom at 3-30, and sat down to a tea which left nothing to be desired. The tables were tastefully laid out, plants having been lent by several friends, and the little folks, who presented a very neat, clean, and cheerful appearance,, enjoyed themselves to the full. After partaking of the good things provided, the children carried with acclamation a hearty vote of thanks, moved by the Rev. Jno. Williams and seconded by the Rev. J. Verner Jones, to Mr Jones for his thoughtful kind- ness. Mr Campbell supported the vote of thanks, and expressed his pleasure at seeing the young people so thoroughly enjoying themselves. After tea several action and other songs were sung by the elder scholars and by the infants, and the remainder of the afternoon was spent in the play-ground, where the children indulged in various games. A field had been kindly lent by Mr Mudd, but the ground was so damp that it was deemed inadvisable to allow the child- ren to play on the wet grass. The parents gathered in full forae at 7-30 and sat down to an excellent supper, also provided by Mr Llew. Jones. After supper the Chairman of the Sehooi Managers (Mr Jones) read the report of H. M. Inspector on the school as follows:—" This is a good school, and its needlework is very good. The infants continue to do very well. On the examination day they looked bright and comfortable." The report of the Drawing Examina- tion was also read. the highest award" Excellent" haying been given by the Science and Art Department in this subject. After the reading of the reports, most practical and stirring addresses were delivered by the Chairman, Mr P. Mostyn Williams, Rev. J.Verrior Jones, Rev. D. Glynne Lewis, Mr Goronwy O. Jones, Mr Camp- bell and Mr Nottall, impressing upon the parents the importance and desirability of regular and punctual attendance of their children, and of seeing that so far as lay in their power they should receive such an educa- tion as would give them a fair start to fight the battle of life. As was pointed out by more than one speaker, the highest rung of the educational ladder is now within reach of the poorest child. Mr P. Mostyn Williams, in the course of his remarks, congratulated the Chairman and Managers on the success of that meeting. It was a happy thought not only to give a treat to the children, but to invite the parents and friends to a social gather- ing of such an interesting character (cheers). He im- pressed apon them the necessity of punctaal and con- staut attendance and especially their continuation in school until the children had attained the highest standards. The machinery of elementary education was now almost perfect. The teaching staff of that school was excellent, and the education was free (cheers). He hoped they would make the best use of their advan- tages (applause).—The parents listened most attentively to the various speakers, and a conference of this kind between parents, managers, and teachers cannot but have satisfactory results. On the motion of Mr Edward Morgan, seconded by Mr John Jones, a very cordial vote of thanks was given to Mr and Mrs Jones for their kindness in providing the supper, to Miss Ruth Evans for her past and continued interest in the welfare of the schools, to Mr Nuttall, Miss Cope and Miss Jones, for their efforts on behalf of the children. Mr David Davies responded on behalf of Miss Evans. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the ladies for the splendid services they had rendered at both the tea and supper. Special thanks are due to Miss Hughes (Sr. Asaph-street), Mrs Jajob Jones, Mrs Edwin Jones, Mrs Peet, Mrs Godfrey Parry, Mrs Prytherch and others for their unwearying efforts to make the gathering a success. The meeting, which was a most happy and en- joyable one throughout, was brought to a close about ten o'clock.

HOLLOWAY'S PILLS.—This medicine has resisted every test which time, prejudice, and vested interest could impose upon it, and it at length stands forth triumphant a& the most reliable remedy for those derangements of the system so common at change of seasons. When the air grows cooler, and the functions of the skin are retarded, an occasional dose of Holloway's Pills will call on the liver and kidneys for greater activity, and compensate the system for diminished cutaneous action. As alteratives, aperients, rnd tonics these Pills have no equal. To every aged and delicate person whose appetite is defective, diges tion infirm, and tone of health low, this medicine will be a precious boon, conferring both ease and strength.

CADBURY'S COCOA.—" Of full strenght of a highly economical nature, free from added starch and Health.

DENBIGH. WHOLESALE POISONJXO OF SALMON.—At a special police court yesterday Roberts Roberts, a labourer, residing at Denbigh, waa charged with having maliciously put certain noxious material into the river Ystrad, a tributary of the Clwyd, with intent to destroy salmon. Mr Gamlin, Hhyl, the solicitor for the Olwyd and Elwy Fishery Board, prosecuted, and Mr Fred Llew. Jones, Denbigh, defended. It was alleged by tha prostcution that prisioner, who was accompanied; by another man not in custody, put a quantity of chloride of lime in the river, with the result that a large quantity of fish was poisoned. When, apprehended he made a statement to the police officer admitting that he was in the company; of another man on the river side. Prisoner, who on j the advice of his solicitor pleaded guilty, was sentenced to two mouths' imprisonment.

RHYL DISTRICT. SPECIAL grand season show of Novelties in Fancy Drapery to-day, at Cambrian House Bazaar, 72 High Street.—New department just opened. High Class Millinery at moderate prices.—Art Needlework under skilled superintendence. To Gentlemen.—Now is the time to bay your Summer shirts, &c. Maguificeut show at Jonos, Wellington Chambers. Call and see his 2/11 coloured front shirt— the very latest design. ST. GEOXGE'S HALL ig now the BEEHIVE WARE- HOUSE. Immense Variety of Drapery and Fancy G001S- Brussels Carpets 2/9, Double Width. Tapestry 2/6, Art Squares, Cnrtains, etc. PNEUMATIC Safeties £9 9s. Od., Cushion Safeties from £5178. 6d., Perambulatorsfrem 21s., Perambulator the premises in one hour. Mailcarts from 12s, 6d.—Chas, Connah, Queens. Building. SUMMER NOVELTIES.—Mrs Talbott (60, High-street, i Rhyl), having returned from London, intends shewing! the Newest Parisian Styles in Mi linery. Mantles, and Juvenile Outfitting, on Tuesday and Wednesday Next, and followiug days. Mrs T. respectfully solicits your patronage and rseommendation. JUST ARIUVKD !—A splendid assortment of Ladies Tennis and Golfing Skirts, Blouses, &c., the very Jates styles at Hnbhard's, the celebrated Hosier and Glover 25, Wellington Koad, Rbyl. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RESIDENTS AND VisTTOKt.— Vanghan's PcR": SEA WATER BATHS (High Street, opposite the Post Office) are now open for the Season. March 4th, 1893. THE Tea for the people Challenge Blend," to be had only of Jones Bros., Wellington Stores. 1/10 per ib 5 lb parcels at 1/9 per lb.—Grocery & Provisions. LAUNMJY, RHVL,—The Colwyn Bay Steam Laundry collects and:ddivers goods free. High-class work done. Price Lists may be l'btained on receipt of post-card at he Laundry, or at 5, High Street, Rhyl. FOR Grocery and Provision at town prices, go to Jones Bros, Wellington Stores. Try their noted ChaUenga Blend Tea at 1/10 per. lb., unequalled in strength and flavour. SPECIAL to Lodging-house Keepers and Others. Thos. Jones is now prepared with an entirely new Stock of Household Dra-pery, and invites inspection and comparison.—Cambrian Honse Bazaar, 72, High Street. CURTAINS! CuRTAixs CURTAINS!—Latest designs Magnificent range; New Frilled and Swiss Lace Hangings at incomparable prices.—Cambrian House Bazaar, 72, High Street.—Thos. Jones, Proprietor. 1880 & 1884 VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE—J; H. Ellis holds a large stock of the above choice vintages, and would iD- vite special attention to the following selected brands:— Ayala, Bollinger, Clicquot, Deutz and Gelderman. Giesler, Heidsieck, Irroy, Moet and Chandon, Monte- bello, Mumm, Perriet Jouet, Pommerv and Greno, Louis lioederer, Ruinart, &c., also other brands from 30/- per dozen and upwards. if.H. EUis would recommend inten ding purchasers to buy at once, as all the principal ship- pers of Champagne have given notice of a very consider- able advance in the prices of their Wines.—Full Price Lists of all Wines, Spirits, Liquers, Foreign Cigars, &c., &c., sent on application to J. H. ELLIS, Wine and Spirit Merchant, 11, & 12, Water Street, Rhyl. J. M. INNEiI is now showing a nice assortment of Children's Pinafores, all sizes, useful aprons, Ladies' and Children's Underclothing, &c,, at 8, Sussex Street. Comfortable Apartments. MILLINERY MILLINERY I-The Latest Novelties of the Season. Large and Varied Stock to select from. Prices to suit all.—Hubbard's, 25, Wellington Rd., Rhyl. THE HOSPITAL FOR PIPES is now open and patients are admitted daily. All kinds of fractures carefully attended to.—S. EISISKI, 30a, Qneen-street, the noted Cigarette, Clgar, and Tobacco Depot. RE-COVERING UMBRELLAS.—Hatwood's special Material is the best and most durable, does not split in the folds, and the cost is only 7/6 for making a Lady's or Gentleman's Umbrella better than a new one. Cheaper materialsfrorn 3/6. Hatwood, Queen Street. IMPORTANT NOTICE to Householders. Best 5 frame Brussels Carpet (guaranteed) at 3s. 6d. per yard, or made and laid 3s. 9d. per yard at Talbott's, High Street. THE CEFN Pictnc.—Photographs of the Party, mounted, 2s. per Copy, at Messrs Williams Bros. Magnet Studio, High Street. CLOTHES WASHED with Hudson's Soap are perfectly white, and sweet as the breath of an early summer morn-1 ing, and have no other odour about them.-The Lady. WASTE OF WATER.—A considerable waste of water has been discovered in Rhyl, owing to persons leaving their taps running at night and various other causes. It would seem that the Deacon meters will effect control over waste of the kind in the future. THE WATER was turned off in the town for a fe w hours yesterday but as timely notice was given the inconvenience was minimized. The new Deacon meters are being fitted to the mains at! stated points. THE 3s. RATE.—A special meeting of the Rhyl Improvement Commissioners will be held in the Board-room, on Monday afternoon, for the purpose of making a general district rate of 3s. in the :C, (Is. 9d. under the special Acts, and Is. 3d. under the Public Health Act, 1875); and for passing a formal resolution confirming the adoption of the new maximum water rates and charges as pre- scribed by the Rhyl Improvement Act, 1892. Messrs P. & J. Williams offered two freehold houses for sale by auction at Colwyn Bay this week. The property was not sold at the sale, but was desposed of privately to Mr Lewis, Draper, Colwyn Bay. The Royal Denbighshire Hussars will arrive at Rhyl on June 1st. THE Rhyl Conunissioners' Provisional Order passed its first reading in the House of Commons on Monday night. THE Shop AssVants' weekly half-holiday has come to a term.:1"w hu until the close of the season. Several of the asste&mts have expressed a desire— and naturally so—for the holiday to be continued during the summe? mouths, but they will, in their employers' interests, admit that such an arrange- ment would be impracticable. THE RAIN.-At last Jupiter Pluvius has pleased us with a visit. He came certainly a.t a rather in- opportune time. He managed to shew his pre- sence by means of anything but light drops of rain on May Day; but notwithstanding the incon- venience, we must all feel gratified that after seven weeks' literal drought a beneficent rainfall came to the thirsty land and gladdened the hearts of the farmers. RHYL NATIOXAL SCHOOLS.—There is always to be found in every community a type of personage who is generally termed the ubiquitous pessimist; and in Rhyl pessimism is at aught but a discount. There are numbers of pessimists who sneer at the National School principle of instruction, but we advise that class to reflect ere they condemn, that the principle which evidences the most progressive ability is not altogether unworthy of support. In the Clwyd Street Boys' School there is a class of about 20 boys who are studying Pitman's system of shorthand. This is a fact which speaks well for National School progress. BETSY AT THE LYRIC.—The successful Criter- ion Comedy Betsy has attracted big houses to the Lyric Hall this week, and the fact of a three such as this has accomplished in Rhyl at this time of year, proves that the per- formance is far above the average. The audiences of Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday were more than satisfied with the sight which was afforded them on the Lyric boards. Mr John Bannister as Dltwson" is the hit of the piece, and the talented company by whom he is supported are deserving of approbation wherever they pitch their tent. The comedy, which is from the pen of the editor of Punch," is in three acts, and the caste com- prises a dozen characters. The authorship of the piece is sufficient guarantee of its mirth-provoking ludicrity, and the company who have visited us have greatly enhanced the farcical value of the composition by the manner in which they have staged it. "FUN" ON THE BOARD.—Mr William Williams (Snmmerfield), at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners on Monday said he "thought it would be wise for the Press representatives not to put things down at the Board meetings for the sake of fun."—The remedy is exceedingly simple. If nothing of an objectionable or fun-producing nature takesplace at the Board the reporters cannot very well "take it down." The "fun" is the cause, and the taking down is the effect of the cause. The effect of' a cause is altogether non est if no cause exist, however ambiguous this may seem. WATER STREET COXUREGATIOXAL CHAPEL.—The recognition services in connection with the Rev. E. E. Ingram, the new pastor of the Congregational Chapel, Water-street, take place on the 16th inst. Mr Ingram has already arrived in Rhyl with his family, and will preach next Sunday. THE Pier Co.'s Shareholders are holding another meeting to-day to discuss the affairs of the Board of Directors. An effort is being made, we hear, to secure the attendance of some of the Company's creditors. THE Young People's Christian Endeavour Society Princess Street, held their first pic-nic on Thurs- day, the place selected being Dyserth, which was reached in brakes about 3 o'clock. They after- wards rambled up the mountains, and visited the waterfall. Games and tea followed. After tea the party scattered, some going on the mountains and others as far as Cwm. All returned to Dyserth Chapel by 7-30, and arrived in Rhyl at 8-30, after having spent a most enjoyable time. THE brilliantly-decorated vehicles in the Mayday procession owned by Messrs E. P. Jones (2), R. Jones, S. Roose, J. O. Jones, Price, Owen and Son (3), Price Davies, and Jones, butcher (Wellington- roaa, were painted at Mr Moses Williams' carriage works, Windsor-street. MR Felix Watkins has been appointed choir- master of St Thomas's and attended practice for the first time on Wednesday evening. Elizabeth B. Custer's Tenting on the Plains, or General Custer in Kansas and Texas, will be issued in a few days by Messrs. Cassell and Com- pany. Pick-me-up" will next week issue a fresh coloured plate by Jan Van Beers, entitled What next," and the number will be one of the special onef" The March of the Unionists," is a spirited song, set to suitable music, and published by the London Music Publishing Co., 7, Great Marlborough Street. "A Villianous League" is just issued in Cassell's Penny Illustrated Series, and > the 29th amongst them. All those tales-are thoroughly sound readings, with plenty of and no trashy reading. This is a postscript to the great Abe avon snake yarn. A small boy who witnessed the ragic scene thus f escribed it to an admiring aud: .e :—"Own i macs yr hill yn picko primroses gj fa John, a gwelnon ni snake mawr tr y grass, a fy idiws John yn t xil y snake, a fy troyws y snake round a. fy bitt; ws e ar y fmger Wedin dath yr bleeceman a. fy cuttws e y finger gyda penknifa a suckws y blood mas." This boy had evidently been taught according to the new code. The Picture Magazine is now in its fifth number, which is better got up than any of its pre- decessors, good as they all were. The magazine is one of the productions of the Tit-Bits" office. WELSH CHURCH TEA PARTY.—The concert in connection with the Tea Party of Holy Trinity Church ou Wednesday next promises to be of un- usual interest. The work to be performed is en- titled Christ and his Soldiers" The artistes are well-recognised amateurs, and will be supported by a capital orchestra and choir numbering eighty. The Dean of St Asaph will preside. Next Wed- nesday, ab the Town Hall. WEDDING.—The wedding took place yesterday morning at St Mary's of Mr Willsom Thomas Alexander Dillon, of Birmingham and the United States, and Miss Frances Agnes Mathews, niece of our late townsman Mr Nicholas Costigan. The rite was performed by the Rev Father Shea, and there were present a number of friends to witness the ceremony. The bridesmaid was Miss Matthews (sister), who wore a costume of shot blue material, (with hat to match. The best-man was Mr Denton Denton, and the bride was given away by Mr Archer, Dublin, the bride's brother-in-law. She was attired in a dress similar to that of the brides- maid and her travelling dress was of ruby and park blue cloth. After the ceremony the wedding breakfast was partaken of at the Railway Refresh- ment Rooms, Bodfor Street. The newly-married couple left by the 2-35 train for Liverpool, en route for America. The wedding presents were numer- ous. CLWYD ST. YOUNG MEN'S SOCIETY.—The an- nual outing of the above took place on Thursday week, when a party of about fifty proceeded in brakes to St. Asaph, returning about five o'clock, after spending a very enjoyable afternoon. Await- ing them in the schoolroom was a splendid tea, given by Mr Daniel Evans, chairman of the society. The pastor and deacons were present. The tea was managed by Mrs Daniel Evans, Mrs G. T. Evans, and Mrs S. P. Jones, assisted by the fol- lowing waitresses :—Miss E P Jones, Miss Katie Jones, Miss Lizzie Eames, Miss M A Price, Miss Emily Williams, Miss Myfanwy Jones, Miss Ed- wards, Miss Cynhafal Jones, Miss Ada Jones, Miss Adeline Williamson, and the Misses Lloyd and Davies, Central Buildings. After tea followed a concert, Mr Daniel Evans presiding. The pro- gramme was as follows song by the Congregation, speech by the Chairman, song—Yr Ornest—MrT J Hughes, adjudication on Proverbs—prize given to Mr John Prichard, song—Angels ever bright and fair—Miss Emily Williams, song—Y bachgen dewr—Mr Arthur Penryn, pianoforte duett-Qui vive—Misses Jones, Grove Terrace, song—We shall meet again—Miss Katie Jones, Water Street, song—Ora pro nobis—Miss Ada Jones. Then the sacred cantata—St Paul—was rendered by a choir of about 30. The readings were given by Mr R Ffoulkes Parry, Water Street, and the choir led by Mr James Dowell, jun., accompanied by Miss Maggie Price. This was followed by the anthem —Jerusalem fy nghartref gwiw. A hearty vote of thanks was proposed by Mr Thomas Edwards, and seconded by Mr D. LI. Williams (in a poetic effus- ion to the Chairman, the ladies, to Mr Rt. Jones, for lending the piano, to the conductor, and to the efficient lady accompanist. FOOTBALL, cycling, and tennis, each of an im- provised nature, have been indulged in on the prom- enade during the week. THE PROMENADE.—The Commissioners' workmen have been engaged of late in clearing away the sand from the promenade, and in generally putting the place in order. On the foreshore, Mr Riches' new structure has been erected, and it presents a striking contrast in respect of size and style to the original building. The other new foreshore struc- tures are in course of manufacture, and will shortly be placed in position. MR S. Eisiski, tobacconist, of Queen Street, has registered a neat trade mark consisting of a view of the Grand Pavilion with the words Rhyl Grand Pavilion." BAD LANGUAGE in the streets is of too fre- quent occurrence in certain parts of Rhyl. Yes- terday a couple of little fellows were engaged in an argument on the Vale Road bridge, and the expletives and blanks which were used in the course of the harangue were sufficient to justify any wily policeman in applying his delicate hand to the youthful aural appendages. ODDFELLOWSHIPS.—The Chairman of the County Council (Mr J. L. Muspratt) was, together with Alderman Hall, Councillor T. W. Hughes, and others admitted as members of the "Loyal Flint Castle Lodge on Thursday week. YOLTJNEEER CAMPS.—The 2nd V.B. Welsh Fusiliers (Flintshire and Carnarvonshire) will enter upon camping duties on Saturday, May 20th, at Valley, Anglesey, the Crewe Engineers at Rhyl on July 1st, and the 2nd Cheshire on August 5th. RHYL MAY DAY AND LLANDUDNO.—An idea pre- vails in Llandudno that a "spy" was sent to the May Day meeting at Llandudno from Rhyl, in order to "get ideas." We question if such were really the case, or if there were the slightest necessity for the indulgence in such tactics on the part of Rhyl. Our Llandudno correspondent states that the procession there on Monday was "quite a French affair." THE Star Supply Stores Co. will to-morrow (Saturday) open a new branch shop at Denbigh, in commodious premises situate near the Crown Hotel. SASSIWN CROESOSWALLT.—In vacating the Moderator's chair at the North Wales Calvinistic Methodists' Association, held at Oswestry, Dr. Cynhafal Jones, Rhyl, said Upon the present occa- sion, at the end of the third half century of our existence, it will be worth our while to consider what were essential elements in the great success of our fathers. The first I shall mention is the novelty of freshness of their theological doctrines. Not that these things were entirely unknown to Church before. It was not through tradition they had received their theology. The purest theology is apt to become corrupt when it runs long though the medium of tradition. In them the the water of life was fresh and pure, drawn with joy from the wells of salvation. Without disparag- ing systematic theology it is well to remember that by drawing out doctrines directly from the Word of God we can maintain their strength and freshness. At the same time the doctrines preached by the Methodist Fathers were, to a certain extent, unknown by the Church before. As the doctrine of Justification by Faith was the light and strength of the Protestant and Reformation, so the great doctrine of Regeneration was the new light of the Methodist Reformation. And when this doctrine became better understood a great deal more came to light. The purposes and designs of the Incarnation were understood as they had not been understood before. We are inclined to think that from the same truth concerning the person of Christ and the Incarnation will come our sufficiency to meet the altered circumstances of our times. My second point is, the fathers them- selves partook largely of the spirit of the gospel. The trait in the character of Christ was self- denial, which more that anything else convinced our countrymen of the sincerity of the reformers and the truth of their message. In the last place, our fathers preached the gospel with authority. and brought their hearers face to face with the auth- ority of God.—The Rev Lewis Ellis, Rhyl, sec- retary of the English Causes Committee, presented a report of the Committee.—The Committee met at Rhyl on March 17th, the Rev C. T. Astley, M.A., in the chair, to consider the crisis in which the English Causes Fund and the Churches dependent upon it were placed. It was reported that they were £900 short to meet the expenses of the current year, and it was stated that the ministers and Churches, had not received any grants during the year, and were consequently in great need. The causes of the crisis was the great success which had followed the extension of the cause in Wales, but the increase of the cause was more than pro- portionate to the generosity of the Churches.—Mr Ellis delivered an excellent address on the Cause, described its success, and urged that a special effort be made this year to meet the crisis through which it was passing.—Resolutions were passed in favour of the Suspensory Bill and Direct Veto Bill. A hope was expressed that the Bala College Fund will reach £20,000 before it is closed. THE Pier Company's announcement for the season appears in this issue. THE "Muldoon Picnic," which is to be performed at the Lyric Hall (see advt.) is the original piece, and will be performed by the original company. THE May-Day Demonstration Committee expect to have a balance in hand. Dinner was served to 215 persons at 2s. a head. The Inspector of weights and measures has been busily engaged in Rhyl this week. TECHNICAL EDUCATION IN RHYL.—An examina- tion of the students attending the classes of the County Council Technical Instruction Committee took place on Saturday night at Reynolds' rooms, Brighton Road. There were five candidates for practical plane and solid geometery. On Monday night an examination of the students in model and freehand drawing took place, and 10 presented, themselves for the former, and 40 for the freehand, Twenty-three of the candidates were examined in Christ Church lecture hall. The examination was held under the rules of the South Ken- sington School of Art, and there were present: the Vicar, and Messrs Sam. Perks, R. Llewellyn Jones, P. Jones, Godfrey Parry, Lester Smith, and W. J. P. Storey. The candidates were from Rhyl, St. Asaph, and the adjacent district. The j Rhyl contingent were under the instruction of Mr Mulligan and Mr Fielding (Christ Church school). The schoolmasters' quarterly class will meet on Tuesday next at Roynolds' rooms.

LIST OF VISITORS. 1 At 5, West Parade.—Mr and Mrs Payne and family, Birmingham Miss Lloyd, do Mrs Urmson, Wtexham; Miss \evitt, Manchester. At 1, Castle View, Ffynongroew Road.—Mr, Mrs, Misses, and Mr Wilson, Stoke-on-Trent. < At 10, West Parade.—Mrs Williams, children and I nurse, Mold Misses Till (3), Handswirth. t At 15, East Parade.—Rev. Armand, Shrewsbury I Mrs Armand, Leamington; Miss Dudley, do Doctor and Mrs Osbig, family and maid Mr and Mrs Potts, B and family, Broslley Hall, Shropshire; Miss Thompson, < London Mrs Fisher Jones, Liverpool; The family of the Rev. Glrantham and maid, St. Mary's Rectory, e Chester. At 61, West Parade.—Mr, Mrs. Miss, and Master c Parkes, Old Hill Miss A. Barnsley, do Miss Yorke and attendant, Wrexham; Mr, Mrs, and Misses Parkes i and attendant, Batton Coldfield; Mrs 116Gowani family a and attendants, Preston. e ,Or 'f

PARTED BY FATE; OR THE MYSTERY OF BLACK-TOR LIGHTHOUSE. BY LAURA JEAN LIBBEY, Author of lone, the Pride of the Mill," &c., &c. "And you shall tell, too, what brought you here, girL" I shall appeal to the gentlemen present to pro- tect me from you," said Verlle, raising her eyes to his companions. In that moment of time, while her attention was attracted elsewhere, they had made away with the borly of the fallen duelist; and the girl noticed, with a thrill of horror, that they had drawn black masks over their facts, and were debating together in angry whispers. A scornful, sneering smile eut in upon her words, and her captor answered, with a scornful laugh These gentlemen will not interfere; my word is law to them. If you knew what they were dis- cussing now, you would tremble. It is a question of your lift—or death. You have heard and seen too much. Bat I say that you shall depart, pro- viding that you will take the oath required of you —and Ireak it at your peril." I would never promise what you ask t" cried Verlie, defiantly. On the contrary, I shall take paios to bring you to justice—and at the earliest opportunity, too." "Are you mad, to brave me thus, girl?" he cried, frowning darkly. You are in my power, remember." I am not she retorted, bravely aa you shall soon see. Already friends are coming to my rescue. I fell here scarcely an hour ago while walking with my sister, and sprained my ankle. She has flown away for assistance. They will aoon return." Forewarned is forearmed," returned the man, abruptly. In such a case it is useless to stand here parleying with you. I shall take you to where you shall have plenty of time to consider my pro. position at your leisure." The lights from the lanterns were shut off as if by magic, and left them in total darkness. With a dexterous movement a thick cloak, was thrown over her, and despite her frantic struggles and stifled screams, Verlie found herself in the grasp of a pair of arms as strong as steel, and she was borne swiftly over the snow-crusted ground, then down a long flight of spiral stone steps, that seemed to lead down, down into the very bowels of the earth. A narrow, subterranean, serpentine passage was traversed, and far off could be heard the indistinct hum of gruff voices, The voices sounded nearer and nearer. There was the sharp, metallic click of a massive, rusty key turned in a lock, and a ponderous door was thrown back upon its hinges. There was a shuffling of many feet, followed by the loud exclamation of a score or more of voices, crying in a breath In Heaven's name, what have you there, captain?" And Verlic's captor answered, with a sardonic laugh An unwelcome guest." CHAPTER rx. ONE NIGHT'S MYSTERY As he spoke, he threw back the folds of the heavy cloak which enveloped his fait o&pkive. The blaze of strong light for an instant* ny blinded Verlie. Then, a" her eyes beeante ustomed to the dazzling light, øhe found that she was in a high, rooky cavern. Rongh slab benches were ranged around the walls, and formed its only article of furniture, and upon these benches lounged a score of men—a fierce, dark, bloodthirsty-looking crew, from whose nauti- cal air Verlie at once knew thm to be sailors. All were armed with pistols and duggers stuck in their belts, and wore heavy black crape masks pulled low over their swarthy faces. With a fueling of sick terror, Verlie staggered back against the wall, as the dreadful conviction that she had fallen into a den of pirates or smug. glers forced itself upon her mind. In a few words her captor explained the situation to the men, adding, thoughtfully "As she witnessed the duel, and in that particular locality, our safety demanded that she must be bound by an oath of silence, ere she is permitted to go free." Don't let her go, captain. She will turn informer," shouted every one present, simultane- ously. Silence said the man whom they addressed as captain, with a sudden flash of his eye, and in a tone that made the boldest quail. You have no right to make me your prisoner." panted Verlie, indignantly, "and I demand my freedom. I can see you are a cowardly set of law- breakers, and I know you must be the pirates who infest the harbour, and for whose apprehen- sion such large rewards have been offered by the authorities but to waylay and entrap defenceless girls is a crime which ought to be too mean for even outlaws." A fierce murmur ran through the cavern at Ver- lie's daring words but no one dared express his anger aloud. Allow me to set you right, fair lady," replioa her captor, with a cynical smile. We did not entrap you. You threw yourself into our p'>wer. And" (here he lowered his voice to a significant whisper) let me beg of you to use more respect- ful language when speaking of us. There is a spirit in my men that your words will be apt to arouse, and which I may find it difficult to subdue I am sorry it is not in my power to comply with your request. Neither I nor my men would foel safe in this retreat afterwards if we let you go free. "In short, it is my painful duty to imform you that you must remain with us, at least until such time as this harbour cavern is deserted by us, unless as I said before, you are willing to take a solemn oath never to reveal what you have seen or heard this night. Will you take that oath ?" "No," cried Verlie, indignantly; "not to save myself from death, much less imprisonment, would I see you escape the punishment of the law you so richly deserve. You, above all, should face the gallows, for I saw you take a human life to-night. The very moment I am free, that same moment I will inform noon von. and tell them the entrance to your retreat must be somewhere in the rear ot the ruins of the old stone church in the graveyard. I will consider myself doing an injustice to the world in ridding it of a band of robbers and mur- derers." In a single moment, as if pandemonium had sud. dealy let loose, each man was on his feet with a volley of oaths, and, in a twinkling, a score or more drawn revolvers glistened in the garish lamp. light. Lower your weapons, comrades," commanded the handsome young chief, grimly. "I will attend to this defiant little beauty." The lovely blue eyes flashed him a look of scorn the golden, curly head crested itself proudly. Do not touch me!" she cried, as he grasped her arm firmly. "Out of my way!" he cried, harshly, to the men who would have barred his exit. II I will give her into Hagar's hand for the present. Before we disperse to-night we will settle her future. You will follow me," he said, not unkindly, as he turned to Verlie. She had no choice bat to follow, but the first few steps became so painful she dropped at his feet in a deep swoon. Raising her quickly in his arms, he bore her swiftly through a long narrow passage, and into an inner apartment, where an old colored woman sat busily sewing. Lor', Marse Rupert!" she cried, "what in the world has yo' got thar 2" He pushed impatiently past her, and laid the alight, girlish figure in his arms hastily down on a rude couch, fashioned out of buffalo robes and blankets, that occupied the further corner. Black Hagar hobbled after him with all the ouri- osity of her race. "I'll 'tend dat ar chile, Marse Kupertl" she cried. Am she dead or in a faint like She has fainted," he replied, briefly. I'll fetch her too, quick Jnuff. You men don't nn'stan' sech 'fairs." Be quick about it, then," he retorted, impa- tiently, as he turned on his heel. An exclamation from Black Hagar quickly arrested his steps. Oh, she cried out in astonishment, gazing down on the white, upturned face, upon which the fitful rays of the swinging oil-lamp glim- mered fitfully, this young gal am as lovely as a born angel. There'll be a scene when—" "Never mind making comments; attend to your own affairs," 3harply exclaimed the man whom she addressed as "Marøe Rupert." Set about restoring her if you can. She has a badly sprained ankle. The deuce and all would be to pay if I were obliged to call in a doctor. I'll come this way in the course of an hour and see how she iB." When he returned to the cavern again he found Black Hagar still working over her patient. It aiJ1 no use, Marse Rupert," she declared. U The pain o' this bar foot has set her olar delarus. She can't be brung too; you'll have to fetoh a doctor, shu' A doctor 1" he cried, staggering back and gnashing his teeth in impotent rage. It isn't to be thought of; no one must see the girl here. Why, that would ruin us, you old fool. Send for a doctor, indeed, to spread the startling discovery of this underground cavern that leads to the har- bour, and that, too, in the very heart of the city Why, woman, you must be mad." She had been vainly trying to restore the loveV young stranger to consciousness, but all her effort' seemed futile. The little white hands grew ioy col<f under her touch, thestrong cordial she had forCed be- ween the girl's white lips failed to draw back the fleet ing breath, and the lovely face, framed in its sheen if golden hair, grew marble white under her frightened gaze. or death, Marse Rirjert," declared Black Hagar her life am in hands. Poo: hlng It am pity to let her die, he am so young !Ln' faU' An hour later a tall, beared man stood upoa the steps of Dr. Keith s residence. There came uchathundenng knock at /the front-door, and, iirectly after, such a pea1[ at the office-bell, as nadei the doctor spring from his bed and wmethmg like an imprecation with the groan thai :ell from his lips. You're to go and aa person taken suddenly md uncommonly badhis servant announced; the gentleman his carriage h at the door, indI you re to come immediately if you please, sir." imL A 8rf3ed- The snow was fallng and irif ting, the mght, waa dark as the regions of Pluto. In five minutf* he had joine(j t|e gentleman valtlng In passage below. He found the ooe pcÙ1B,:p. down with great impati- j ¡ "So you have come at last, do ctor," he exclaimed; "your minutes have seemed long hours." Is it a gentleman or a lady whom you wish me to see ?" asked the doctor, hurrying on his overcoat. "A lady," was the abrupt reply. "Is she one of my patients or a stranger, and what is the nature of the case ?" For Heaven's sake, don't stop to talk now I" exclaimed the gentleman. "I'll tell you as we drive along. We have five miles to fo through this blinding snow storm, and the road is beastly.' The doctor hastened after him to the carriage, and the driver whirled them off directly. That was a drive and a night Dr. Keith never forgot. Where was this dark-browed stranger taking him? he wondered. And why was he No silent ? He had not caught so much as a glimpse of his face. A slouched hat was pulled over it, revealing only an aquiline nose, and a pair of piercing, hard, brilliant eyes; the rest of his face was entirely concealed by the coat-collar tnrued up around it. He was no coward this fair-haired young doctor but as the carriage whirled along he could not help but remember that there were, perhaps,more thril- ling events in the lives of doctors than any other class of men in the world-events that might have been romantic if they had not ended in cruel trag- edies. He remembered the story of the "Mad Philosopher," who for many years had made away with doctors in so mysterious a manner that the cruel crimes were never traced to him until after his own death, when he left a half-written book explaining that doctors should never be permitted to exist, as they interfered with God's wishefl by curing the sick, when they should be left to the will of Heaven, and further explaining that he had been patiently engaged in the work of exterminat- ing them for years. And Dr. Keith remembered, too, the story of the aged doctor who had accompanied a stranger on just such a wild night, and was never seen again. A dozen or more tragic fates of doctors recurred to him. His musings and strange forebodings were brought to an abrupt end. The coach was brought to a sudden stop, and immediately a score or more of dark forms surrounded the carriage in which the doctor and the mysterious stranger sat. The doors on both sides of the vehicle were thrown violentlyopen.andby the lightof thecarriage lamps Dr. Keith saw that the coach was surrounded by masked men. "Footpads!" was his mental ejaculation, as his hand quickly sought his breast pocket. Here, none of that!" they exclaimed, throwing up his right arm. "You have fallen into rough hands, my fine doctor, and the best plan for you is to come along quietly with us. If you act like a man, we will show you how we treat men but if you get up a scene, by the Lord Harry, we will show you how we deal with fools mighty quick. You must consent to have your eyes firmly bandaged, and come along quietly." Dr. Keith hesitated a moment, weighing his chances of escape. If I go with you," he asked, when may I be permitted to return ?" "Before daylight, doctor," was the prompt reply. And do you assure me I am to see some one in need of my professional services ?" he inquired. "Yes," answered the spokesman, "and each moment is valuable." Then I will go with you," he responded. He was conducted dowh a path and down a flight of stone steps, the precaution being taken, however, to bind a heavy woolen scarf firmly over his eyes, Another long path was traversed. Then a door was slung back on its hinges. Your patient is in there, doctor," one of the men said briefly, unfastening the bandage from hia eyes. Dr. Keith found himself in a large, circular apartment, whose valls and ceiling were draped in heavy folds of satin; and from the ceiling, sus- pended from a gilded chain, was a silver lamp. Upon a luxurious couch in one end of the room lay a slender form. A tall negro woman, witn a bright turban bound around her head, was bending over the sufferer. The doctor hastily approached the couoh. He could scarcely repress the cry of surprise that rose to his lips as his eyes fell upon the face on the pillow, It was the most beautiful girlish face he had ever beheld. Why am yo' doin' nuffin fo' her, doctor!" demanded the blaok woman, sharply eyeing him, with a glowering light in her eyes, not at all pleased at the rapt admiration with which he was gazing on the girl's face, and muttering that Marse Rupert was a fool to bring a handsome young man like this to doctor the girl, and that ten to one he would fall in love with her, and there would be no end to the mischief then. Her words aroused the young doctor, recalling him to a sense of duty. The swollen ankle was skilfully treated, and the delirious fever (a com- plication of diseases in this case) allayed and the blue eyes began to quiver with returning concious- ness. A moment later and the blue, velvety eyes had flared open wide. At that moment Black Hagar made a sigh to the man pacing up and down outside, and immediately the young doctor was requested to take his departure. Again he was blindfolded and conducted back to the main road, placed in a carriage, and, after a long, swift ride, again found himself in front of his own door, richer by a bank-note for a large amount in his vest pocket, still accompanied by the dark-browed stranger. When shall I come again to see the young lady ?" he inquired, stepping out of the couch and into the deep snow-drifts. There is no need for you to see her again," was the brusque reply. You are well paid for your night's work. If you're wanted, we Know where to find you." But there is need of my coming again," per. sisted the young doctor. "Excuse me, I shall be the best judge of that," retorted his companion, haughtily. And mark me, doctor, breathe one word of to-night's experi- ence at your peril. You never know whether you are surrounded by friends or foes." I shall not mention it," returned the dootor, equally haughty. The carriage door was shut to with a bang, and the vehicle whirled off into the Plutonian darkness from whence it came. I will see that young girl again," the young doctor muttered, as he made his way through the snow-drifts up the steps of his house. I will go through fire and water and seas of blood but what I will unravel this night's mystery."

prestatynT- NOTES FROM THE STEEPLE TOP. Her we are at last in May. The month was not ushered in in a very appropriate manner, and before the (Iny was many hours old I was, as you may itnucine, thoroughly wet through. Our little town was quite deserted on the day, no less than from 150 to 200 Pri st itonians journeying to Rhyl to witness the May Day procession. What enthusiasts we have here to be bure The rain even didn't stop them. Some went to Rhyl in two guard's vans, ethers in luggage boxes, and a few in a horse box but none of them seemed to mind much, so what mattered that the railway arrange- ments were not quite adequate.—The bullock which was shot on Wednesday created a deal of diversion ilirough his vagaries, and the rifleman who bravely pulled the trigger had a most unenviable two minutes. But I was safe enough up here Hi

RHYL, NORTH WALES. ExceptionallysecureFREEHOLD INVESTMENT in best position on Parade, facing the Sea and Grand Promenade. Also a plot of VALUABLE BUILDING LAND. MESSRS. P. & J. WILLIAMS are instructed -iM. to SELL BY PUBLIC AUCTION at the QUEEN'S HOTEL, RHYL, on SATURDAY, MAY the 20th, 1893, at 4 for 4.30 p.m. punctually, subject to conditions of Sale to be then produced. LOT. I.-All that substantially built Dwelling- house and premises known as Ivy House, situate and being No. 38, West Parade, Rhyl, now in the occupation of Mr Phillips, as yearly tenant. Com- manding views of Sea and Mountains, being one of the most desirable lodging houses in this favourite health resort. The accommodation comprisesBasement Floor: Breakfast room, two bedrooms, kitchen, scullery, china pantry, larder, greenhouse, w.c., and garden. Ground Floor Entrance hall with vestibule, two dining rooms, three bedrooms, box room, w.c. First Floor: Three drawing rooms, two bedrooms,. box room, w.c. Second Floor Fivs bedrooms* box room. Third Floor Four bedrooms, box room. Total area, 400 square yards or thereabouts.. LOT 2-All that commodious Dwelling Honse and Premises known as Sefton House, situate and being 41, West Parade, Rhyl, occupying a similar position to Lot 1. Containing in basement Breakfast Room, bedroom, kitchen, scullery, chinak. pantry, coalhouse, and W.C. Ground Floor- Entrance Hall with vestibule, 2 dining rooms, 2 bedrooms, boxroom, W.C. First Floor-2 Draw- ing Rooms, 2 bedrooms, box room, and W.C. Second Floor—Sitting Room, 3 bedrooms, box» room. Third Floor-4 bedrooms and boxroom. LOT 3.—Highly valuable Freehold Building Land, at the rear cf Lot 1, and within 50 yards of promenade, with a frontage of 55 feet to Edward Henry Street, and containing 435 square yards or thereabouts. This important building site is the only piece of land in close proximity %o the centre of the West Promenade which is undeveloped, thus 01fering an advantageous investment to Builders, Speculators and others. For cards to view, .nd for further particulars, apply to the AUCTIONEERS, at their offices, Market- Street, Rhyl; to Messrs GOLD EDWARDS & Co. solicitors, Denbigh or to J. PIERCE-LEWIS, solici- tor, T- Hall, Rhyl. iminMTlMr for the SOUTH AFRICAN GOLtt UIXIUDI LIIMCi FIELDS. THE ROYAL. MAIL, and INTERMEDIATE STEAMERS and from Southampton every Saturday toi South and East African Ports, Madagascar, and Mauritius. Calls made at Lisbon, Madeira, and Canary Islands. Apply to THE UNION STEAK SHIP COMPANY CLcL), Canute Koad, Southampton, and South African Hou&ot, tIA to 96, Biahopsgate Street Within. Londo p/kCTI C WEEKIT SEEVICE from UHO I LL LONDON to the LINE gold fields of south africa, For all information apply to the Managers, iOONAXJ) CORBIE ft CO., 8, Fanchurch Streets LOKDOIC^ or to A. G. Pngh, Estate Agent, Llandudno A mH t wlF EAfllli AG