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-—— -———————— parliamentary IFlottce LIGHT RAILWAY COMMISSION: NOVEMBER, 1908. The Light Railways Act, 1896. RHYL AND PRESTATYN LIGHT RAILWAY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that application is intended to be made in the present month of November to the Light Railway Commissioners by the Light Railway and General Construction Company Limited (hereinafter referred to as the Company") for an Order under the Light Railways Act, 1896, for the following, or some of the follow- ing, among other purposes (that is to say) To authorise the Company to make, maintain, work and use as a light rail- way all or some of the railways herein- after described, commencing at Rhyl and terminating at Prestatyn, both in the County of Flint; with all necessary and proper stations, j unctions, sidings, roads, approaches, generatinly stations and other works and conveniences con- nected therewith or incidental thereto (that is to say) The railways proposed to be authoris- ed will be situate in the Parishes and Urban Districts of Rhyl and Prestatyn, and in the Parishes of Rhuddlan, Dyserth and Meliden, in the Rural District of St. Asaph, all in the County of Flint. Railway Xo. 1 (wholly situate in the Parish and Urban District of Rhyl) commencing on Forvd Parade at a point 21 yards, or thereabouts, North-East of the North-East corner of l-'oryd I-IAII, passing thence in a North-Easterly direction along Foryd Parade and West Par- ade, on to and terminating on East Parade at or about a point oppos ite the North-East corner of Church Street. Railway No. 2 (wholly situate in the Parish and Urban District of Rhyl) commencing on East Parade by a junction with Railway No. 1 at its termination above described, passing thence in a North-Easterly direction along East Par- ade and Plas-tirion Parade into and terminat- ing in Marine Drive at or near the North- Eastern end thereof. [Railway No. 3 {situate in the Parish and Urban District of Rhy], the Parishes of Rhuddlan, Dyserth and Meliden, in the Rural District of St. Asaph, and in the Parish and Urban Dis- trict of Prestatyn) commencing in Marine Drive by a junction with Railway No. 2 at its termination above described, passing thence into and in a Southerly direction along Ty- newydd Road to a point 60 yards, or there- abouts, South of Marine Drive, thence in a generally North-Easterly direction across private lands to the Western end of Victoria Road, thence along the Latter road, into and •in a South-Easterly direction along Sea Road, Prestatyn, and terminating therein at or about the junction of Station Road therewith. Railway No. 4 {wholly in the Parish and Urban District of Prestatyn) commencing in Sea Road by a junction with Railway No. 3 at a point 13 yards, or thereabouts, South-East of the junction of Victoria ,Road with the said Sea Road, passing thence into and in a North- Westerly direction along Bastion Road and terminating at a point 40 yards, or there- abouts, North-West of the junction of Beach Road therewith. ju The said railways are intended to be construc- ted on a guage of 3 feet 6 inches or such other gauge as may be authorised by the Order and will be worked by electrical or other mechanical power or by animal or other power from time to time authorised by the Board of Trade. The proposed railways are intended to be constructed in part along streets or roads or on waste lands bv the side of roads and for the purposes of constructing the portions of the said railways to be so constructed the Company seek to acquire rights or easements therein in per- petuity for breaking up the surface of such streets roads and waste lands and constructing maintaining working and using the railways thereon. C. To empower the Company to acquire compul- sorily or by agreement for the purposes of the railways or other the purposes of the Order lands in the Parishes and places before men- tioned containing in all about 10 acres 10 poles along the route of and adjoining the railways or to acquire easements on in or under or over all or any of such lands. To authorise the Company to exercise all such powers as may be necessary or expedient for the construction maintenance and use of the proposed railways including power to levy tolls rates and charges upon or in respect of the intended railways and works and for services in connection therewith. To authorise the Company to sell transfer or lease the undertaking or any ,part or parts there- of and to enter into such working or joint traffic arrangements on such terms and conditions as may be prescribed .by the intended Order. To authorise the Company to deviate laterally and, vertically in the construction of the said railways from the line and levels delineated on the plan and section hereinafter referred to to such an extent as is defined on such plan and section or as may be prescribed by the Order. To confer upon the Company power to enter into Agreements with the Local Authorities and with Landowners and others as to easements and other matters. To confer upon the Company power to straighten or set back footpaths, footways, or pavements on both sides of or any side of any street or road in or along which any of the proposed railways -will be laid. The 'Order will or may incorporate with itself with variations or modifications all or some of the provisions of the Lands Clauses Acts, the Railway Clauses Consolidation Act 1845, the (Railways Clauses Act 1863, and any Act extend- ing, altering, or amending any such Acts. A plan and section of the proposed railways and works and of the lands to be taken and a hook of reference to the said plan may be seen at all reasonable hours on and after 30tli November, 1908, at the under-mentioned Offices of the Solicitors of the Company and also at the Office of the Record and Advertiser," 13, Sussex Street, Rhyl, and copies of the Draft Order may on and after the same date be ob- tained on payment of One shilling for each copy by all persons at the Offices of the under- mentioned Solicitors to the Company. In accordance with the rules made bv the Board of Trade with respect to applications to the Light Railway Commissioners under the Light Railways Act 1896 objections to the grant- ing of the Order should be made in writing to the Light Railway Commissioners and should be written on foolscap paper on one side only and should be addressed to The Secretary, Light Railway Commission, Scotland House, New Scotland Aard, London, S.W., and copies of any .-iuch Dbjection,, sboul,d at the same time be sent to the. undersigned Solicitors. Dated this 20th day of November, 1908. Far THE LIGHT IRAILvVAY AND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, LIMITED. PAIN'ES, BLYTH & HUXTABLE, 14, St. Helen's Place, London, E.C., Solicitors. i bales > ,— ——. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26th, 1908. Bryntirion MELIDEN ROAD, PRESTATYN. MESSRS. (I. 1'V.RKINS &• 'CO. have received instructions from 'Miss 'Munro to Sell by Public Auction, at the above .premises on the above-mentioned date, the Valuable .Modern and Antique HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE Works of Art, costly Venetian Vases, stately Grandfather's Clock, elegant Drawing-room Suite, Pollard Oak Sideboards and Suites, Steel Fire-proof Safe, Mahogany and Ash Bedroom Suites, rare old Lanter Clock, by W. Bowyer, Leadenhall Street, London Mahogany Cabinet, &c., &c.; Governess Car, Set Black Harness, Croquet Set (new), &c., &c. Catalogues now ready. View Day, Wednesday, November 25th, 1908, 12 noon to 4 p.m. .s.ale to commence at 12 o'clock sharp. Terms Cash. The Residence is to Let, apply to the Auc- tioneers. Offices: 16, 'Station Road, Colwyn Bay. Tel. 27. (21) Bryn-y-bia 3 Highfieid Park, Rhyl. TUESDAY, 'DECEMBER 1st, 1908. Important and Attractive Sale of Valuable Antique and Modern Oak and Mahogany FURNITURE A Collection of iRare Old China, Engravings, (Prints, Water Colour (Drawings, Several ,Bottles of Choice Old Port and Sherry, Super- ior lady's Bicycle, &c., &c., which IX/TiR. GEORGE PERKINS has received in- structions from (Mrs. J. Roberts (who is going abroad) to Sell by Public Auction on the above date and premises, without reserve. For further particular see Catalogues of Sale or .apply to the Auctioneer, RhyJ and Abergele. 'PRELIMINARY NOTICE. Mor Awel, Bryngobaith, Saint Asaph. MR. JOSEPH WILLIAMS is instructed by 'Mrs. J. 'P. Mumford, who is relinquishing Housekeeping, to Sell by Public Auction on two days early in December, the whole of the Modem Decorative and Valuable Residential Appointments AND OUTSIDE EFFECTS. The above HOUSE TO BE LET with im- mediate possession. For further -rticulars see Posters and Hand- bills, and the Auctioneer at his Offices, County Chambers, Rhyl, and Stafford Chambers, Pres- tatyn. The (Messiah: \C;apoc; lu-toq^) Corn Exchange, Rhyl THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26th, 1908. ,BICYCLES BICYCLES MR. ERNEST iJOXES has been instructed1 by a Birmingham firm of manufacturers, in consequence of close of season, to offer by Public Auction a quantity of Ladies', Gents., and Juveniles' Bicycles. For full particulars see posters and handbills. Auctioneer's Offices, 7, Bcdfor Street, Rhyl. Telephone 67. (PRELIMINARY ANNOUNCEMENT OF AN ATTRACTIVE SALE. Clovelly, Sandringham Avenue, RHYL. THURSDAY '& FRIDAY, DEe. 3 & 4, 1908. And following! -Monday if necessary. MR. ERNEST JONES has received instruc- tions from A. E. Osborne, Esq. '(who is going abroad), to Sell by (Public Competition all the Costly Appointments, contained in the above residence, including the Valuable OIL PAINTINGS, ENGRAVINGS, Curios, and Bric-a-brac. Admission by Catalogue only, which will be strictly adhered to. Catalogues ready one week prior to Sale. For full particulars see Catalogues, Posters, and Handbills. Auctioneer's Offices, 7, 13odfor Street, Rhyl. Telephone 67. Market Hall, Flint, DECEMBER 5th, 1908. Drill Hall, Connah's Quay, DECEMBER 12th, 1908. MR. ERNEST JONES, will Sell by Public Auction, Bicycles. See Posters and Handbills. Auctioneer's Offices, 7, Bodfor Street, Rhyl. Telephone 67. RHYL CHORAL SOCIETY. President W. J. P. STOREY., Esq., J.P. ANNUAL PERFORMANCE OF The Messiah" At the IPjeLVILXOIT On THURSDAY, the 17th DECEMBER, 1909. Arij stes MISS GERTRUDE BLOOMFIELD. iMISS LUCY NUTTALL. MR. JOHN BARDSLEY. MiR. JAMES COLEMAN. BAND and CHORUS of 150. Conductor, 'MR. RICHARD 'BROMLEY. Further particulars will appear later. ALFiRED W. LEWIS, King's Avenue, (28) Hon. Sec. THE GROSVENOR (TEMPERANCE) COMMERCIAL AND FAMILY HOTEL, Opposite the Railway Station. Dinners Dadly from 12 to 2 Boarding Terms from 5s. per day. Parties, Ball Suppers, Wedding Breakfasts, &c., Catered for at Reasonable Terms. A. W. JAMES, Proprietor. SOCIAL TEA. The first of a series of three socials to be held during the winter months in connection with Soar Welsh Wesleyan Chapel, Sisson St., was held at the Boys' "Brigade Hall, Rhyl, on Thursday evening. There was a good atten- dance, and the collection amounted to over L4. J. Frimston General & Fancy Draper High Street is new showing the latest Novelties in Winter Goods See Windows.
!LORDS AND THE LICENSING BILL.
LORDS AND THE LICENSING BILL. THERE was to have been a meeting of Unionist Peers to consider their attitude regarding the Licensing, Bill on Monday, but this has been postponed until Tuesday next, ostensibly for the reason that the Lower House has not yet finished the Bill. Surely it was known before the meeting was convened that this would be the case, and we are not inclined to accept the reason as being the real one. Moreover, although the Bill is not yet in its final form, no changes that are now made will materially alter its character and it could not therefore be too early on Monday for the House of Lords to settle its policy. Mr. Asquith has expressly declared that there is to be no recommittal of the Bill to Committee, and the third reading, the only remaining stage, in the Commons is usually formal in its character. Although if the Opposition make a determined onslaught on the Bill at this stage we also look for strong opposttion from the Lords, There is however. a possibility that the Peers meeting has been postponed because the small but influential section of Unionist Peers, not altogether under Mr. Balfour's sway are inclined to favour the Bill. Whatever happens when the Bill reaches the Lords, will greatly depend upon the attitude of the Opposition- in the Commons on the Third Reading, and their views may be gleaned from the remark- ably indiscreet statement made by Mr. Walter Long the other day in the House, namely-" Thank God there is a House of Lords." This was practically a call to the Lords to throw out the Bill. There is therefore little doubt that a sweep- ing and vigorous attack will be o o made on the Bill, and most of us perhaps can imagine what will be said, but the speech of the Leader of the Opposition will be of special interest. It is on these occasions that Mr. Balfour issues his orders to the House of Lords. We re- collect for instance how on the same stage of the Trades Disputes Bill, he directed how to treat that measure. On Friday we shall therefore learn whether, in" Mr. Balfour's view the Bill ought to be accepted with amendments or re- jected forthwith. On this occasion however, he will not have an unanim- ous party in the Upper House. Whatever Lord Lansdowne and his colleagues may decide to do, it is certain that a considerable con- tingent of Tory Peers, apart from the Bishops will support the Bill, and if the Tory Leaders decide to vote against the second reading in the Upper House they will not carry their Party with them, Of course whatever the Lords do. they do at their own risk. The more the Bill is examined and discussed in the country, the more it is liked, and what is more the publicans appear to be getting fond of it, recognising that it is framed in their best interests. Behind the scenes level headed men of all shades of opinion have been heard to express their approval of the measure, and if it is rejected, even the serene mem- bers of the Upper House will be taken aghast at the raging storm of disapprobation their action has nrovoked. CAbevaA. CVab "Debase. The good attendance at the Liberal Club discussion on Tuesday night, and on the occasion when Miss Walton Evans initiated a Women's Votes debate, seems to prove that there is room for a good general debating Society for the town. At present owing to the lack of reality about the subjects discussed by existing debating societies none of them are in an abnormally flourishing condition, but if all joined in one they would make quite a formidable institution pro- viding that the subjects put down for discussion were genuine ones, on which a man could really say what I he meant. It may be remembered that a meeting was recently held in < the Town Hall to consider the formation of such a Society, but owing to the idea being frowned o o upon in certain quarters, the meet- ing was indefinitely postponed and it is probable that little more will be heard of it. It is said that religious bodies would object to such an institution, but whether they would or not, I think a general society would be a great success. There are many people attached to places of worship who do not attend their own societies' meetings, who would attend a general society, owing to the greater interest displayed. And it must also be remembered that a very large number of people are not attacned to a place of worship at all. Many of these would be- come members of such a Society. At Prestatyn a similar slate of affairs exists, namely there are a lot of straggling societies instead of one good substantial swinging con- cern. The societies held a com- bined entertainment at the end of last season, and the affair was a great success, which seems to be an index as to what general societies would be in either Rhyl or Prestatyn. Socialism. This is a subject which can hardly be satisfactorily discussed in a general way like it was at the Liberal Club the other night. The discussion there resembled what we would expect of a beginners' type. The subject is much too broad to speak on generally you must have your particular branch for discussion to make it like any- thing effective or satisfactory. The great mistake many opponents of Socialism make, is not to study what Socialists actually demand, and instead of endeavouring to meet their arguments by other arguments resort to abusive tactics. It must be recognised that the Socialists as a party are growing, despite Vict Grayson's and other disputes. iW the last municipal elections one saw everywhere in the Press that Socialists had lost 'seats which would give one the impression that Socialism had had a relapse, but as a matter of fact Socialists obtained a much higher total poll than hitherto. A41 of which must make opponents of Socialism a little wary in belittling the adherents to that political creed. '?\\t'U. Prestatyn, as we all know, is a growing place, and its Councillors are to be congratulated upon their decision to seek Parliamentary powers with a view of acquiring the Gas undertaking there. In a town like Prestatyn it is always desirable that the local authority should own its gas and water not only in view of future developments, but to safe- guard against causing any incon- venience or annoyance to visitors, to say nothing of the interests of the residents. With its gasworks and waterworks Prestatyn will certainly continue on its prosperous career, add to this, the electric tramway developments that are coming, and it will be seen that Prestatyn has a nice future before it. 103 Alarming Motor Mishap in Flintshire. While a motor party, consisting of two gentlemen, and two ladies, hailing from Mossley-hill, Liverpool, were driving through Flintshire on Wednesday, the stearing-gear of the car went wrong when near Holywell. Failing to respond to the driver'r manipulation, the vehicle dashed into a hedge, the force of the impact threw the four occupants on to a mound of sweepings some yards away, while the car turned half over, and luckily stuck on the hedge, on the opposite side of which was a steep fall into a valley below. No serious injuries were sustained by the party, who, leaving the damaged motor car in an adjacent farmyard, proceeded to Holywell in a waggonette, and returned to Liverpool by train.
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xw emploTew have rat us oil tne workers promise, and the lock-out in the Lancashire «ottou trade is likely to continue until Christmae. Medical men criticise the clause in the Chi!- Bill which is directed against overlay "19, and contend that it will not have much effect. h. Frank Smith, a Socialist, created a Accnf at the LonJon County Council. meeting on Turs- day. He defied the chai", r:J1. aided by other Labour-Socialists, resisted the ittendar;ts v ho were ordered to remove him. The Council wae forced to adjourn. There are 877 freshmen entered at Oxford University this ter.ai, this being about the ave- rage number. The London Gazette has been registered fit ilto CM:oral Post Office irSBUmseion by inisted .t us a. now&naoelb
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IENGLISH WESLEYANS.
ENGLISH WESLEYANS. Mrs LI B Evans gave the weekly social tea on Thursday afternoon. THE GALE. Despite the velocity of the wind on Wednesday night comparatively little damage was done. A few tiles were dis- placed and several swinging garden doors were lifted off their hinges. RUNAWAY HORSE. On Tuesday morning a horse attached to a grocer's van bolted from the bottom of High Street. Just as things looked ominous, Mr John Parry, grocer, High Street, very pluckily brought the animal to a standstill. WOMEN'S NATIONAL LIBERAL ASSOCIATION. In connection with the Rhyl branch of the above a meeting will be held in the Liberal Club Rooms, on Tuesday, Nov 24th, commencing at 7-30 pm. Mrs Herbert Lewis will address the meeting on the subject of -1 Women and Local Govern- ment," and a discussion will afterwards take place. All who take an interest in this question are cordially invited. G E.R. NEW STEAMER. A new Turbine Steamer" Munich," has just been placed on the Harwich-Hook of Holland service, for the Great Eastern Railway. The first-class accommodation is similar to that provided by a modern Atlantic liner. A special feature is the large number of private cabins for two passengers. The turbine engines are de- signed to drive the vessel at a speed of 21 knots. P.S.A. Mr Robert Jolley presided over a good attendance in the Brigade Hall on Sunday afternoon. Mr Rogers offered prayer and Mr Dunning read the lesson from the Scriptures. Miss Florrie Lawson sang a solo entitled Light in Darkness," and Mr D 0 Williams sang Nazareth." A practical and impressive address was given by Mr Rogers, a local preacher from Newmarket. REV J H JOWETT, B.A. We are glad to find that the preliminary preparations for the visit of this famous preacher are now completed for next Sunday. The morning service will be at Christ Church at 11 a.m, doors open at 10-30 a.m., and closed at 11-15 a m. The evening service will be at the New Pavil- ion, West Parade, at 7 p.m., doors open at 6-30 p.m., and closed at 7-15. Collections will be made at each service, and in view of the extra cost incurred we trust that a generous response will be given to the appeal for help. FIRE AT THE" ADVERTISER" OFFICE. Shortly after ten o'clock on Saturday evening a passer-by noticed an unusual glow in the front portion of the offices of "The Record and Advertiser," and on looking through the door discovered that the floor was on fire. He immediately gave the alarm, the fire bell being rung by Mr Hughie Lappin, the well-known foot- baller. In the meantime the police arrived, and one of the firm's employees (Mr Richard Rosney) ably assisted by Mr Fred Bell and others, did some useful work before the arrival of the Fire Brigade. The outbreak was speedily extinguished, and but for the timely discovery would have been a very serious affair as it was, the damage, which was mainly caused by water, was comparatively slight. PLEASANT SATURDAY EVENINGS These popular entertainments have evidently come to stay. There was hardly standing room at the Boys' Brigade Hall on Saturday evening last, although a number of children were put on the plat- form in order to make more room and to keep them under proper control. The programme was as follows :—Pianoforte solo, March of Flambeaux," M'ss G Smalley; song, 44 Iona," Miss Dorothy Jones humorous reading, All about a mouse," Mr Dunning; song, 44 The Chil- dren's Home," Miss Louie Hubbard comic song, "The Captain's Yarns," Master Thomas McManus (encored) song, "Thora," Mr Fred Bell; songs in character, 11 Oh I those girls," and <4 My Ida from Devonshire," Master Charlie Bray song, "There's a Land," Mr Wesley Haslam; pianoforte solo, Home Sweet Home," Miss Dunning; song, Won't you buy my pretty flowers," Miss Lottie Davies song, "Because," Mr Fred Bell songs 44 Flight of Ages," and The Doormouse and the Moon," Miss Louie Hubbard: violin and piano duet, The Elver Caprice," Miss and Master Ritchie Price songs, "My Chateau in Barcelona," and U Sombrero," Miss Dorothy Jones songs in character, 44 Oh oh, Antonio," and You shall live in a Chalet," Master Charlie Bray. The accompanist was Miss Mabel Hughes. Mr Batho proposed, and Mr Henry Jones seconded a vote of thanks. ENGLISH PRESBYTERIANS. The Girls' Guild gave a social at Prince's Street on Monday evening which proved a great success in every way. Great diffi- culty was experienced in finding room for all the guests, but the hostesses rose to the occasion nobly and managed to find room for all. The programme was most enjoy- able (likewise the refreshments), and reflects great credit on those responsible. Great excitement was created during the progress of the" stump speeches." One budding orator had for his subject-" Are you a Suffragette ? If not, why not ? He de- clared he was not, owing to an accident of birth, but that all the same he did not think women should have a vote as they had no brains, a fact which had been proved by the very latest medical research. This statement created great uproar amongst the suffragettes present, in fact the speaker had to appeal to the Chairman for police protection. He was not allowed to proceed further, but was afterwards escorted home by a strong bodyguard amidst scenes of great excitement. Another budding Demosthenes had to speak on the Kaiser, but found it difficult to say anything about him, so gracefully retired. Mr Bromley caused much merriment by remarking that the speaker had been so very reticent on the subject, because he feared to create international complications, therefore he awarded him a speeial prize for diploma- cy. The object of the social was to provide materials for work for the Girls' Guild stall at the forthcoming bazaar to be held in the Town Hall next June, which promises to be one of great events of the season. The following contributed to an excellent programme :—Miss N Cooke, Miss Mid- winter, Miss D Williams. Miss Anwyl, Mr R Bromley, Mr C Bray, Comb Band. Miss G Edwards, and Miss G Smalley. DEATH OF MRS HEATHCOTE. We regret to announce the death of Mrs Heathcote, the wife of Mr John Heathcote of the Victoria Hotel, and the well-known coach proprietor. The sad occurrence took place on Tuesday morning after a brief illness. The deceased who was only 41 years of age was the daughter of the late Mr and Mrs W Pendleton, of 88, Vale Road, and was greatly respected by a large number of friends. Much sympathy is felt for Mr Heathcote and family in their sad bereavement. C.M. LECTURE. On Wedresda3, evening at the Clwyd Street C.M. Chapel, the Rev John Williams, Brynsiencyn, delivered his well-known lecture, "John Elias o Fon." The Rev Owen Owens occupied the chair. THE YEOMANRY. There was a large muster of local mem- bers of the Yeomanry on Sunday last on the occasion of Mayor's Sunday at Denbigh. The Rhyl troopers were driven by road to Denbigh. The spectacle at the latter place was a brilliant one, aud the smartness of the Yeomanry was much admired. THE WESLEY GUILD. A well attended public meeting was held under the auspices of the Wesley Guild on Thursday night, when the Rev F A Naylor delivered a lecture on The Publicans versus the People." Mr Oswald Roberts presided. TORIES AND SUNDAY CONCERTS At the Rhyl Constitutional Club on Tuesday evening the members of the debating class over which Councillor H A Tilby presided, discussed the question of the holding of sacred concerts in the pavil ion on Sundays. A large majority favoured Sunday Concerts, but at the same time did not agree to their being organised by the Urban Council. A COUPLE OF DRUNKS. On Saturday a man named Mason was fined 2s 6d and costs by Mr Jacob Jones, for drunkenness on the previous day.—On Monday before Messrs Elwy Williams, T D Jones and J Frimston, a labouring man named Robert Jones, who said he had been working in the Llanasa district, pleaded guilty to having been drunk and disorderly. P.C. Owen who had charge of the case, said that he found the man very drunk on Saturday night. He was insulting ladies in the street and running after little children. He was fined 2s od and 7s 4d costs. DEATH OF A WELL-KNOWN WESLEYAN MINISTER We regret to announce the death of the Rev Rowland Rowlands, Welsh Wesleyan minister, Abergele, which took place at his residence on Monday. Mr Rowlands was a native of Cnwch Coch, Cardiganshire, and entered the ministry in 1879. He laboured on some of the most important circuits in the North Wales Wesleyan District. He was a powerful preacher, a successful pastor, and an enthusiastic temperance advocate. He leaves a wife and several little children. His loss is mourned throughout Wales. About eight years ago the deceased gentleman presided over the Rhyl circuit, and during his superintendency the churches in the circuit, particularly the head one—Brunswick — were never in a more flourishing condition. Sadly Jenough he had partially accepted the position of superintendent for this circuit again on the Rev T 0 Jones vacating it. ROYAL ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL. On November 12th, a very enjoyable entertainment was given in the Recreation Room, by kind arrangement of Mr Caradoc Williams, who contributed some amusing comic songs to the programme. There were also some very pretty tableaux by Mrs and Miss Clough, Mr Herbert Francis, Miss and Master Rhodes, Miss Ivy Wild, and Miss Rees. The rest of the programme consisted of songs, trio, orchestral selections, pianoforte 'and violin solos, &c, by Miss Dunning, Miss Williams, Mr Dunning, the Misses Francis, Hughes and Stephenson, Mr W H Parry, Mr Walter Collins, Mrs Williams, and Mr Tomkin, all of which were much appreciated. Miss Mabel Hughes with her usual kindness, acted as accom- panist throughout te evening. The patients had quite a gay week, for on the following evening they spent a very plea. sant hour listening to songs by Mrs Tayleur, and violin solos by Mr Haselden, followed by an amusing recitation (in character) en- titled Geese," by the Misses Owen-Jones, which occasioned great merriment. Mr Warhurst kindly accompanied the songs and violin, and hearty thanks are due to all the performers at both concerts.—The fol- lowing gifts have been received and are gratefully acknowledged :-Twenty phea- tants, Mr R H Storey pheasants, Colonel Lloyd Howard, C B., Col Williams-Wynn bananas, Mr T W Dunning flowers, Mrs Davies (Prestatyn); books, Mrs Jones (East- wood) surgical boot, Miss Matthews. ST ASAPH & RHYL COUNTY COURT All summonses against persons residing out of the district, for the next Court to be held at St Asaph on the nth day of Dec., 1908, must be entered not later than the 21st November, and those against persons residing in the district not later than the 24th November. Offices-Paradise Street, Rhyl. Hours 10 till 4, Saturdays 10 till 1. ROMAN CATHOLIC CONCERT. On Thursday evening a juvenile concert was given in connection with St Mary's Schools. The following contributed to a delightful programme :-MissMamieEvans, Miss Bresssr, Miss Boullemier, Lily Bleek, Molly Davies, Birdie McNulty, Mary De- laney, Baby Lazarus, and Master T McManus, whilst the accompanist was Miss B Bresser. A pretty little operetta, entitled Jack Frost," was also rendered, the parts being undertaken by Anthony Byrne, John Foley, Beatrice Hibbitts, Eileen Dobbins, Katie Byrne, May McNulty, Francis Delaney, Frank McManus, and Jack Wright. -:0: SILVER WEDDING. :\VALUS—AXSON—On Xov. 20th, 1883, at St. Paul's ichurch, Burton-on-Trent, by the Rev. J. U. Pish (vicar), Fred Wallis, of Rhyl, to Bertha Mary Anson, of Burton-on-Trent.
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The Rhyl Glee and Madrigal Society. CONCERT AT THE TOWN HALL. Mr. L. J. Roberts on Welsh Singing. Although the Rhyl Glee and Madrigal Society has barely been in existence for a year it has made wonderful progress as far as its reputation is concerned, and has wen many admirers in Rhyl owing to the efforts it has made to materially benefit the town. Although these efforts have un- doubtedly been of considerable service to the town, unfortunately the Society has not received that proportionate return to which it is justly entitled to. When the organisers of the Easter Eisteddfod decided last year to abandon the undertaking as far as they were concerned, the Madrigal Society courageously stepped into the breach and continued the Eisteddfod which is undoubtedly a great attraction to visitors. Their courage was not, however, rewarded with that financial success have one would anticipate. There were several causes working against them, principally the fact that the Town Hall was the only available venue, owing to the destruction of the Palace by fire, and the fine weather which prevailed on Easter Monday. As a result there was a considerable deficit for the Society to bear, and with a view of wiping off this deficit Mr T Amos Jones, R.A.M., and his choir organised a concert at the Town Hall, on Thursday night. Judging from the large audience which assembled at the concert, the deficit should have beea considerably reduced, and we are glad to observe that the Society's splendid services have been recognised by town people. Mr L J Roberts, H.I. M. S, the president of the Society, occupied the chair, and MIss Ella Hughes, who accompanied for the greater number of the songs, opened the entertainment with an appropriate piano- forte solo. The choir followed with Cyd- gan y Morwyr," and demonstrated that they are making great improvement under Mr T Amos Jones' competent tutorship. Their numbers have increased and there appears to be an earnest desire to achieve all that is expected of them by their con- ductor-perhaps this is the most hopeful sign as to the future of the choir. There is more mellowness noticeable in their sing- ing, and the choristers' response to Mr Amos Jones' wand is most praiseworthy. Their rendering of The Village Black- smith particularly delighted the audience, who insistently demanded an encore, which was conceded. The "Marsellaise" and The Crusaders'' were also given and earned the choir considerable applause. We con- gratulate their conductor on the result of his work, which must have been strenuous, and trust to see much more of the choir during the winter. The Artistes. As for the remainder of the programme, Mr J Morris Jones was accorded an enviable yet thoroughly deserved reception for his singing of The Sailor's Grave," and had an encore, giving the audience an old favourite of his, "The Wolf." His render- ing of both songs was exceptionally meri. torious, and earned for him golden opinions. Mr D Berwyn Evans, in his "Evening Song," displayed considerable effect, and the song suited his rich mellow voice. His solos too in the part pieces were noteworthy. Miss Louie Williams also sang 44 She wan- dered down the mountain side" and 11 A Summer Night," in her characteristic de lightful and accomplished manner, eliciting considerable applause. Eos Cernyw, who has a particularly clear and melodious voice, had to respond again after his rendering of "Bedd Llewelyn," Miss Myfanwy Owen, of Towyn, sang 44 Nant-y-Mynydd and 44 Sing Sweet Bird." She had to concede an encore in the shape of "Ever so far away," and was a favourite with the aud- ience. The same may be said of Miss Myfanwy Jones, of Bangor, who also was called upon to sing again. In U DeGor little Shamrock and 44 Hen fwthyn bach melyn fy nhad," she displayed refinement and clear enunciation. The reception of the evening was how- ever, justly accorded to Mr T Amos Jones, who was in great form in "I fear no foe," a song which is well adapted to his power- ful range. Mr Amos Jones has never been heard to better advantage than in this song, and the audience rapturously ap- plauded him. The popular baritone en- deavoured to escape from the ovation by a mere acknowledgement, but the audience insisted on another song—and they were successful. Miss Mabel Hughes accom- panied Mr Amos Jones- with consummate skill and dexterity. A word of praise is also due to Mr S Thornley for his services at the piano whilst the choir were singing. Mr. Roberts on Singing. In the interval the Chairman con- gratulated the town upon the excellent choir they now possessed. Although it was young it shewed signs of great promise. It had already achieved a great deal, but he looked forward to greater achievements on its part. Nothing had been more re- markable than the growth of male voice choral societies, and he was glad to see that Rhyl was keeping abreast of the times in this respect (applause). They had also a Choral Society of which they were em- inently proud, and which had rendered great service to the town (loud applause). He was certain that there was no land where music was so indulged as in Wales. In almost every village there was a musical society, ana most children could read music, but despite the fact that they were naturally endowed with musical qualities, their choirs were often defeated by those from. across the border at the National Eisteddfod. It seemed to him that Welsh choirs sometimes lacked perseverance and persistency in practicing, but he was not inclined to think that was the case with the Rhyl choir. Another reason for the suc- cess of the English choirs was due to the fact that they were trained by a thoroughly accomplished musician of repute, whereas some of the Welsh conductors although admirable men were not solely musicians, but were engaged in other occupations. The Rhyl Choir had the advantage of being conducted by a musician of skill, experience, and high training, namely, Mr T Amos Jones, (Applause). Next year, he understood that the competitions at the National Eisteddfod would be more keen and greater than ever before, but he did not say that Rhyl was going to sweep the board (Laughter). On the motion of Mr Holt, seconded by Mr Walter Caradoc Davies, a vote of thanks was accorded to the chairman. o: All kinds of Printing aone with neatness aW: dispatch. Now that the Season approacjt 0-pp Lodging-house, 'Boarding-house Keepers, etc.,