The North Wales Weekly News

The James Wood Memorial Fund. Mr. Francis Nunn, Hon. Sec. pro tem., writes :— It has been decided to close this fund at the end Æ 10 of this week, and the Board of Management ot the Hospital would be glad if any subscribers who have not yet paid their subscriptions and any others who desire to subscribe to the fund would do so without delay. I append a list of subscrip- tions promised since the last list was published. In addition to this the late Mr. Wood's old pupils have raised a considerable sum among themselves. c s. d. Amount already acknowledged 57 4 5 J. Arthur Pyne, Esq. 5 5° Wm. Jones, Esq.. J.P., Min Avon 5 o o Humphrey Lloyd. Esq 500 Miss E. P. Porter 2 2 o M. L. J. 220 W. L. Whitehouse, Esq i 1 o Dr. H. Nuttall 1 1 o Mrs. Schill 1 1 o Charles Reynolds, Esq., J.P. 100 Mrs. Reynolds 1 o 0 T. Jones, Esq., Chester House. 010 6

New Sheriffs. The King held a Privy Council at Buckingham Palace, on Tuesday, for the "pricking" or selection of the sheriffs to serve in England and Wales, the King signified his selection in each case by pricking opposite to the name of the new sheriff with a silver bodkin. The following is an extract from the official list of the appointments so made :— Anglesey. -Henry Rees Davies, of Treborth, Bangor, Carnarvonshire, esquire. Carnarvonshire.—Owen Jones, of Glanbeuno, Carnarvon, esquire. Denbighshire.—Alfred Ashworth, of Horsley Hall, Gresford, near Wrexham, esquire. Flintshire.—John Lloyd Price, of Glyn Abbot, Holywell, esquire. Merionethshire.—Col. William Blakeway Bur- ton, of Eryl Aren, Bala.

DEATH AND FUNERAL Ull 1r5.. one5, onwau. The death occurred on Sunday of Myfanwy, the beloved wife of Mr. T. C. Jones, Gwynfa, Ciadnant Park, Conway, at the early age of 36 years. The news-, which quickly spread over the borough, caused considerable feeling of re- gret, for the deceased, was. very well liked and respected by the townspeople in general Mrs. Jones was a native of Henllan, near Denbigh, afterwards removing to. Fairholme, Denbigh, where her aged mother now resides. She spent the greater portion of her lifetime between Hen- lllan and Denbigh, Early in life she gave her- self up to Sunday School work, and her labours on behalf of the children were highly appreci- ated. Some years ago she married Mr. T. C. Jones, who is now a deacon at the, Tabernacle Welsh Wesleyan Chapel, and the advent of Mrs. Jones to Conway was hailed with delight by the Wesileyans,, for they found in her an excellent worker for the cause. Of a quiet demeanour, she was always to the front in connection with all religious matters, and took a prominent part in the inauguration of bazaars and socials in aid of the Wesleyan cause while her health lasted. In the Tabernacle Sunday School she did excellent duty as a Sunday School teacher, and her services will be sadly missed. She was very kind-hearted, and many of the poor and sick of the town will miss her kindly call. She leaves, to mourn her loss, a, sorrowing husband, an aged mother, and two sisters, Miss Evadne Foruafkes and Nuirse Kerry Foulkes, the latter of whom wtasi in constant attendance upon her dur- ing her illness. THE FUNERAL. The funeral took place yesterday (Wednes- day), in St. Agnes.' Cemetery, and was very largely attended. At the house a short service was conducted by the Revs. Phillip Price and J. Luther Thomas. A service was also. held in the Tabernacle Wesleyan Chapel, conduted by the Rev. Phillip Price,pastor. Others who paid a high tribute to the character of the deceased were the Rev. Evan Jones,, Abergele; the Rev. 0, Madoc Roberts, Rev. Charles- James, and Dr. Hugh Jones. During the service the Dead March in Saul was- played, and the hymn, 0 Reist in the Lord," sung. The deceased's favour- ite hymn, Mor ddedwydd yw y rhai trwy ffydd," was als<). suing. After the service in the chapel, the mournful procession wended its way to the churchyard, where the committal service was conducted by the Revs. Phillip Price and A. F. Hubbard, the hyn-isi-i, Yn y dyfroedd mawr ar tonau, being pathetically sung. In the first carriage were Mr. T. C' Jones (husband), Mr. Boaz Jones, ex-Mayor of Den- bigh (father-in-law), Misises- Evadne and Kerry Foulkes (sisters), and Mrs. Hughes, Segrwyd (cousin). Second carriage: Dr. Arthur Jones, Mountain Ash; Messrs. Robert Jones and Llewelyn Jones, Denbigh (brothers-in-law), the Rev. Lloyd Hughes, Caerwys, and Mr.. R. T. Morgan, solicitor, Chester. Third carriage: Mr. J. N. Davies, Geinas, Denbigh; Mr. H. Davies, Ystrad, Denbigh (cousins), Miss Hughes, St. Asaph; Mrs. Owen, Rihuddlan. The following ministers, were present at the funeral :-RevSl. U. Madoc Roberts, Carnarvon; Francis Jones, Llangefni; Moses Roberts, Junction William Edwards, Conway; S. T. Jones, Conway W. Jones, Conway Dr. Hugh Jones, Bangor, and James Charles, Denbigh. The Anglo-American Oil Company were re- presented by Mr. Lloyd, Liverpool, and the men in charge of the various depots in North Wales. Amongst the, public were the, Mayor of Con-way (Dr. Morgan) and Dr. Morris Jones (medical attendants), Messrs. W. Hughes, Llew Jones, Robert Jones,, T. W. nughes, Chester; John Hughes, Chester; J. W. Hughes (solici- tor), Dr. D. Lloyd Denbigh; j. Harrison Jones, Denbigh; W. Edwards, E. Evans, and Mr. Burgess, Wrexham. The deceased's, Sunday School class, which also joined the procession, were composed of the follöwing: -Mrs. J. T. Jones., Mrs-. J. E. Matthews, Misses M. E. Edwards, M. M. Evans, Lizzie Evans, Florence Allsupp, Sophia Roberts, Mary E. Roberts, ,and Winifred J. Jones. Beautifiu-l wreaths were sent by the following Dilys and Gwyneth Jones (daughters), My. C. A. Slutcliffe (Anglo-American Oil Co..), and one also- from local depot (men in charge), the Tabernacle Church, the Sunday School Class, Mr. Hughes, C'artref; Mrs. and Miss Roberts, Foxhall, Denbigh; Mr. aaid Mrs. J. W. Hughes, Coed Celyn; Dr. and Mrs. Morgan, Conway Dr. Lloyd, Dsnbign Mr. and Mrs. Boaz Jones and family, Denbigh Mr. and Mrs. Price. Liverpool House, Denbigh; My. and Mrs. Edwards, Denbigh; Mr. and Mrs. Ro- berts, Wyncliffe1, Denbigh; Mr. and Mrs. Hughes, Segrwyd, Denbigh; Mr. and Mrs. Liloyd, Bachymbyd, Denbigh; Mrs. Lloyd Roberts and family, Railway House-, Denbigh; Mr. and Mrs. John, Conway. Mr. T. C. Jones, Mr. Foulkes, and family, wish to. express, through the medium of the Weekly News," their appreciation of the kind expressions of sympathy received from a large number of friends. A pathetic incident during the funeral was the christening of the infant baby at the house, Arthur Foulkes- Jones, by the Rev. Lloyd Hughes. The bearers were drawn from the members of the Tabernacle Church and the representa- tives of the Anglo-American Oil Co. Mr. John Griffith, Bangor-road, was the undertaker.

GAS COKE. WE have special lot of Gas Coke on offer, and a WONDER whether you are requiring any of this fuel. IF I you are, we shall be pleased to quote you. I THIS is an exceptional opportunity, and we trust our ADVERTISEMENT will induce you to write us. The Colt e we offer WILL be found of excellent quality or we should no BRING it before your notice. We urge you to write US by return as we do not anticipate ANY difficulty in obtaining immediate ORDERS to dear the quantity we have for disposal, because we shall offer it at exceptionally low prices. THE G. J. EVESON, COAL & COKE Co., LTD., BIRMINGHAM. 102 Situations Vacant. 16 WORDS, 6d.; 3 WEEKS, is. WANTED, Good General Servant for Leicester^. no washing.—Apply, Mrs. Dalton, Glyn, Llangelynin, Nr. Conway. 4.Q2 /ENEi\AL Wanted for Apartment House. VJ Must be clean and respectable also good clraracter.—Bronhyfryd, Wynnstay Road, Colwyn Bay. 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LLANRWST. PREACHERS.—The following will be the preachers for next Sunday:- Parish Church Rev. D. C. Davies. Rector. St. Mary's Rector. Rev. D. C. Davies. Zion (C.M.): Rev. William Thomas. Scotland Street (C.M): Rev R. Rowlands. Horeb (W.) Prayer Meeting. Mr. O. Foulkes. St. James' (W (Eng) Mr. J. A. Laine, Colwyn Bay. Tabernacle (C.): Prayer Meeting. Rev. W. C. Williams. Ebenezer (C.): Prayer Meeting. Penuel (B ) Rev. W. Roderick, Rhyl. Cambro Breton Mission Holy communion 8 a.m. Par- ochial mass II a.m. Welsh devotion 6.30 p.m.—Father Treboal, O.M.I. DEATH OF MRS. RICH.-It is with regret that we record the death of Mrs Ann Katherine Rich, wife of Mr. B. J. Rich, of Fairfield, Watling-street, and the respected organist of St. Mary's Church, which occurred on Wednesday evening in her 49th year. Mrs Rich had suffered for many years,, but since her removal to Llanrwst about four years ago she appeared to enjoy better health. About ten days previous to her death, however, she took a change for the worse and gradually sank, and passed away peacefully as above stated. She was exceedingly musical, and when her health permitted always took a leading part in choral society's and church music generally. She was a sincere friend, a good mother, and was a constant worshipper and communicant at St. Mary's Church, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. The sympathy of the town goes out to the husband and family in their bereavement. The funeral took place on Saturday at St. Mary's Churchyard. The Rector (Rev. John Morgan) assisted by the Rev. D. C. Davies, officiated. The service was choral, the music being rendered by the St. Mary's choir, assisted by some of the St. Grwst members. As the cortege entered the Church, Mrs. Watling who had charge of the music, played 0 rest in the Lord," whilst the hymn (deceased's favourite) "0 strength and stay," &c., was impressively rendered, the mourners passing out of the sacred edifice to the sol'mn strains of the Andante Movement" from Hymn of Praise." At the grave the choir render- ed the hymn King of love, my Shepherd," &c. The bearers were Messrs. Albert Hughes, G. W. Roberts, J. A. Roberts, and M. Williams. The chief mourners were Mr. B. J. Rich (husband), Messrs. Leonard and Vivian Rich (sons), Mrs. Humby and Miss Rich (daughters), Mr. Humby (son-in-law), Mr. John Rich (brother-in-law). Floral tributes were sent by the Family Leonard Harold and Ada (nephew and niece) Members Past and Present of St. Mary's Church Choir the Misses Edge and Jones, Drwsycoed, Trefriw Mr. and Mrs. Coope, New Brighton Mr. and Mrs. McNaught, Liverpool; Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Birkenhead Mr. J. Rich and T-Cathlpen. Rirkenhead Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Williams and Maud, The Library, Llanrwst Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, National Schools; Mr. and Mrs. Jones, The Gardens, Llan- gernyw; Hughie Jones, Denbigh-street, Llanrwst. On Sunday morning a memorial service was con- ducted by the Rev. D. C. Davies, Mrs. Watling presiding at the organ. Special hymns were sung, and a touching reference was made to the deceased's faithfulness to the services of the church. At the close of the service the "Dead March" was effec- tively played. ZION LITERARY SOCIETY.—On Friday, Mr. D. Ellis presided, when Poor Law Reform was discussed. Mr. O. Evans Jones opened in favour of reform, whilst Mr. W. Hughes, J.P., spoke against. Others who took part were Messrs. J. R. Jones, Edward Hughes, G. T. Phillips, M. Evans and Triveit. On a vote being taken the majority was found in favour of reform. TESTIMONIAL.—At Tuesday's meeting, the Guardians unanimously decided to give a testi- monial to Miss Davies, the assistant matron, who is a candidate for the position of foster mother in the Conway Union. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT.—Mr. Rich and family desire to tender their sincere thanks. for the sympathy shown them in their recent be- reavement.—Fairfield, Llanrwst. 492 SKI ON AND THE PATRON SAINT.— Several members of the Seioo Church this year decided to celebrate the memory of St. David, the Welsh patron saint. The movement met with ready response and material support, with the result that the promoters were enabled not only to provide an interesting entertainment, but also a substantial repast to all the members and congregation of the church free of charge. The Rev. W. Thomas pres-idea at the meeting, which was held in the Lecture Room, and was supported by the elders of the church and others. Mrs. Roberts, Cartrefle, acted as ac- companist. The church choir, under the can- ductorship of Mr. John Davies, opened the en- tertainment by an excellent rendering of Blod- euyn y Grug." The chairman, gave a splendid address. Mr. O. Isgoed Jones, next read a stanza in praise of the chairman, which was well re- ceived. He was followed by Mr. J. M. Williams, who amused the audience witn an excellent ren- dering of pennilliori singing. Mrs. J. M. Wil- liams was the accompanist. Mr. O. R. Hughes, M.A., then proposed the toast of the evening, Dewi Sant," in a short but stirring speech. Mrs. Martha Jones, Denbigh-street, recited* Dewi Sant in capital style. The chairman then proposed the toast, ihe King," which was received with musical honours. The next toast honoured was Wales, her language, re- ligion, and education," proposed by Mr. Wm. Williams (County School). Mr. O. Isgoed Jones, J.P., and Mr. D. J. WilLiams spoke on the sub- ject. The audience then, joined in singing the Welsh National Anthem. j.ea and dainties having been handed round by a bevy of young ladies who were assisted by several gentlemen, the choir sang" Moel y Wyddfa," followed by a solo by Mrs. C. O. Jones, Hyfyn Melyn," Mr. Daniel Ellis sang Dolly," and Miss Martha Jones recited Dick If an y Ddol." The choir's rendering of Y rhyw un was enthusi- astically encored, while Dewis Gwraig," rendered by Messrs. O. R. Hughes, Evan Jones, and D. Ellis, was a source of considerable mirth. The choir sang Farwel i blwyf Llan- gorner," and by request Moel y Wyddfifa." The chairman moved a vote of thaniks to. Mr. W. H. Williams and all who had taken part to ensure the success of the meeting, which was seconded by Mr. W. Hughes and passed with acclamation. BOARD OF GUARDIAN'S.—The monthly meeting was held on Tuesdiay, Mr. John Roberts, J.P., Pentrevoelas, presiding. Others" present were Mir. D. G. Jones (Vice-Chairman), Revs. John Gower and H. Rawson Williams, Messrs. John Huighes, O. Lloyd Jones (Bettws-y-Coed), Edward Roberts (Penmachno), R. T. Ellis (Tref- riw), John Berry, John Williams, W. G. Jones (Llanrwst), William Williams (Llangernyw), David Owen (Llanddoget), T. T. Roberts (Dol- wyddelen), Ro/land Hughes (Eglwysbach) with the Clerk (Mr. R. R. Owen), the Relieving Officers (Messrs. O. Evans, Jones and T. C. Roberts), and the Master (Mr. Edward Hughes). The application of Mr. R. Thomas for an increase of salary was referred to a Committee of the whole Board, who- will decide the ques- tion at the next meeting of the Board. Inspec- tor Wyse was appointed Relieving OfficeT of vagrants THE NEW CHORAL SOCIETY.—The first meeting took place on Tuesday evening, when 50 members were enrolled. It is expected that the Society will have a successful career under the leadership of Mr. J. R. Williams. OBITUARY.—We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Jane Jones, widow of thekte Mr. Edward Jones, Parish Clerk, which occurred on Saturday in Liverpool, in her 88th year. The funeral took place at the Parish Church on Wednesday. The service, which was choral, was conducted by the Rector (-Rev. John Mor- gan) assisted by the Rev. D. C. Davies (Curate). The organist, Mr. R. H. Jones, played" 0 Rest in the Lord," as the mourners entered the Church. The hymns Mae'n Nghyfeillion adre'n myned and "0 Fryniau Caersalem were sung. The chief mourners were Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Evans, Gwydyr Cottage (daughter and son-in-law), Miss Annie Evans (niece), Messrs. John and Edward Evans (nephews), Miss Myfrunwy Thomas (granddaughter), Messrs John and William Evans (Bettws-y-Coèd), Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Roberts (Lapel Curig), Mr. Hughes (Anglesey). Several floral tributes were sent. TAN,LAN.—A competitive meeting and concert was heid at Tanlan Chapel on Thursday even- ing. Tlhe president was Mr. William Jones, Ty Cerrig. In the competitive part the following took prizes :1Misoos Annie and Blodwen Jones, Tarnlan Farm; Maggie and Johnny Evans, Ty'ndclol; Ellen J. Williams, Groesffordd; Bobbie Tones, Tiuirnpike. Mr. A. Morley Jones, LlanrwsT, adjudicated the singing, and Mr. Ro- berts, Schoolmaster, Llanddoget, the reading of part of the Scripture. Solos were rendered by Mrs. Jones, Annedd'le; Mr. Thomas Carrol, Glan Conway, and Messrs Hughes and Griffiths, London House. Much praise was given to the Children's party (under the conductoorship of Mr. Roberts, schoolmaster, i-lancldoget), who sang three beautiful pieces. Recitations were given by Messrs. Richard Williams, Groes- flaudd Zee. Roberts, Pemloyn; R. G. Wil- liams, and William Jones, Ty Cerrig. Un- doubtedly the best part of the concert was the performance of the Welsh drama, Modryb Sian." There were six taking part in the drama and Modryb Sian was Miss Winnie Lloyd, Tanlan Cottage, who, acted the old dame mar- vellously well. Mr. K.ooert JJavies gun.), Garthmyn, was present with his handsome grama phone, and gave many beautiful selections. The meeting proved a success in every way, and much praise is due to, Miss Winnie Lloyd, who was secretary for the meeting, and' Miss Myfanwy Jones, Tanlan Farm, who undertook the duties of treasiurer. DEATH.—We regret to record the death of M'iss Blodwen: Davies, of Mount Pleasant, which occurred suddenly on Saturday in her 20th year. "ROTTEN ALTOGETHER! "—At the monthly meeting of the Llanrwst Guardians, on Tuesday, the Relieving Officer mentioned a case in which the Guardians had allowed to a young widow relief in kind, which he said was excess of others in a similar position, which was un- fair. The Rev. John Gower, moved that the relief be lowered. The Chairman said that would "be undoing their work which they de- cided at the last meeting. Mr. Gower (to the Relieving Officer): You are rotten altogether. (Loud laughter.)—The Relieving Officer: I am rotten, sir, because the Board was rotten at its last meeting. The Chairman said they must remain rotten for a month. (More laughter.) PROPERTY SALE.—On Tuesday, at the King's TTeao Cafe, Messrs. Robert and Rogers jTones onered for sale the farm known as Bron GeIi, situated at Llanddewi, which was knocked down to Mr. Robert Roberts, Pandy Mills, for r365. The solicitor for the vendor was Mr. W. Twigge Ellis, Llanrwst. HOREB LITERARY SOCIETY.—On Mon- day evening, when the Rev. '1. C. Roberts pre- sided, Mr. Owen Foulkes addressed the meeting on Yr iawn a'i gyffredinQirwydd."

TALYCAFN MART SALE.-Mes,s,rs,. Robert and Rogers Jones conducted their mart sale on Monday, when the catalogue included 942 fat wethers, which made up to. 32:S. Fat ewes realised up to 24s. In the cattle section there were 86 fat bullocks, heifers, cows, and bulls. The bullocks made up to £ 22 5s., heifers ^17, cows £17 5s., and bulls up to £IS. The 21 store cattle made up to ZS, calving cows making up to £ 1*7, and cows with calf at foot realised up to £ i(> ios., fat pigs 51s., and calves £3. There was a large company present, and an excellent clearance in all sections was effected. The next sale is an- nounced for Monday, March 15th.

GLAN CONWAY. If you have tender skin, try at once Evans' SEIDAL CREAM, prepared only by Llewelyn A. Evans, Old Post Offices Stores, for chapped hands, redness and roughness of skin, &c. 377 BRYN EBENEZER LITERARY SOCIETY. -On Friday evening Mr. Robert Hughes, Felin Ucha, occupied the chair. There was a good attendance, and an, appropriate address was de- livered by the chairman. An excellent paper was read by Miss Grace Jones, Gydar, upon The early history of Wales." Miss Bessie Williams, Eagles Shop, sang a sweet song, and Mr. John Davies, Isfryn, gave a capital recita- tion. Another excellent paper was also read by Mr. W. O. Edwards, Tyddyn Bach, upon The Early History of Wales." Miss Annie Evans, Gwyndy Bach, recited, and Mr. Hugh Thomas gave a song. The meeting was very enjoyable. Mr. Hugh Williams; Ty Mawr, proposed a vote of thanks, which was seconded by Miss Wil- liams, Eryl, and carried.

TABERNACLE. LITERARY SOCIAL.-On Friday evening, the Society held their monthly social, when tea and coffee, etc., were handed round. A programme of songs, duetts, recitations, was gone through, in which the following took part Miss Gwladys Jones, Miss Edith Bury, Miss Roberts, Miss Lizzie Hughes, Miss Brown, Mr. J. Roberts, Mr. Maddocks. A pianoforte solo was effectively rendered by Miss Owen.

EGLWYSBACH. RHENT Y PENNANT.- Yng "Nghymru" am y mis diweddaf, ceir erthygl ddyddorol ar ginio rhent y Pennant vn y dyddiau gvnt. Arferid gwa- hodd Person y Gyffin a'r Parch. David Owen, Person y Plwyf, i'r wledd, a rhoir araith y diwedd- af ar un achlysur yn yr ysgrif. Ar ol adrodd hanes y cinio eir i son am hen weithwyr y Pennant. Sonir am Dafydd Owen y saer (tad ein Dafydd Owen ni), Evan Williams y garddwr (tad Mrs. Michael Gamant), William Evans y cipar (taid R. E. Hughes)—bu'n chwareu neu'n canu bass viol o'i waith ei hun yn yr Eglwys am flynyddau-joseph Llwyd y cowman, William Davies, saer maen Owen Jones y carter, William Williams, yr ail garter (tad John Williams, Bont Newydd, a Mrs. Jones, Pen-y-Graig), John Williams, Clwt Bach, ac Esexiel Roberts (Bryn Hir yn awr). Ac eithrio y diweddaf y maent oil wedi huno ers blynyddau. Mr Robert Griffiths. Manchester, brodor o Lan- gernyw, sy'n dweyd yr hanes.

TALYBONT. CHORAL.-The Talybont Mixed Choir under the leadership of Mr. Edward Jones, were one out of four choirs to take part in the competition of the singing of Yr Haf (Gwilym Gwent) at the Llandudno Eisteddfod on Monday last. Great praise was given to the choir for their excellent rendering of the piece, and there was no hesitation shown in awarding them the prize together with a handsome baton to the conductor. We congratu- late Mr Edward Jones upon the success of his choir, which is undoubtedly due to his skill and untiring enthusiasm throughout.

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BLAENAU FESTINIOG. OBITUARY.—'The death took place on Fri- day of Mrs. Evans, widow of the late Mr. Owen Evans, who was at one time a clerk in the em- ploy of the old Local Board. The deceased was only 35 years of age, and she died at Glasfryn, Bethania, and much sympathy is expressed with her family. THE vVEtLSH SOCIETY.—This (Thursday) eveniiing a company under the auspices of the above Society will perform a Welsh, play en- titled Senedd Pob Synwyr." PERSONAL.—Mr. R. J. Griffiths, Metro- politan Bank, has been removed to Barmouth, and is succeeded here by Mr. Ryle Davies, son of the late Rev. W. Ryle Davies, London. TEA AND COMPETITIVE MEETING.— The above were held at Brynbowydd Chapel on Thursday, and were very successful. Mrs. Jones, Bryn Offeren, formally opened the tea, and the meeting was presided over by iMr. David Jones, Manor Dwy, and the conductor was Mr. J. O. Williams, Church-street. The adjudicators were: Mutsic, Mr. Frank P. Dodd, M.A. re- citations, Mr. R. Ellis, and the accompanist was Miss Owen Daves, who also, played the harp. loan Dwyryd was the pennitlion singer and ad- judicator of same. The awards were:—Chal- lenge solo, Mr. Ted Jones; recitation, Miss Gladys May Jones; party, Brynbowydd Party (Mr. Richard Roberts), took the prize. Pennill- I I I I -,I- -1 TT- lon singing, ivir. JOlin Jones, uruapel nou-sc, and Mr. W. O. Williams, Dorfil-sitreet, equal. After the meeting a good number partook of an excellent supper. THE LIBERAL CLUB.—At a meeting on Thursday evening, the Rev. Peter Jones-Roberts delivered an able address on The Services of the Liberal Party to the Working Class" THE FABIAN LECTURES.—On Tuesday evening, at the Maenofferen Boy's School, Mr Clifford Sharp, delivered his third lecture, his sub- ject being "Socialism and the Ratepayer." WOMEN'S LIBERAL ASSOCIATION—On Wednesday afternoon, at the Maenofferen Chapel Vestrv Room, a meeting was held with the object of forming a branch of the Women's Liberal Asso- ciation in Blaenau. The following were elected as officials :—President, Mrs Evans, Llys Meddyg Vice-presidents, Mrs R. R. Morris, Mrs W. P. Evans, and Mrs Williams, Fronallt; treasurer, Mrs E. E. Roberts, Manod-road; Secretary, Mrs Griffith, Tegfan. URBAN COUNCIL.—The usual meeting was held on Friday evening, Mr J. Cadwaladr, J.P., presiding. It was resolved that a Special Meeting of the Council should be held to consider the I Surveyors' Report on the proposed work at Rhiw- ffynon.—By 8 votes against 5, it was resolved that the offer to supply a copy of the "Ymofynydd" (Unitarian Organ) to the Library, be accepted, the Libraries Committee having previously declined to accept same.—In face of the serious shrinkage of the lake, it was resolved to publish notices respecting the waste of water by householders, and that Messrs. E. Jones and D. Williams con- fer with the Woiiks Manager with the view of securing a further inlet of water to the lake, and make all necessary arran,gements.-A vote of condolence with the family of the late Mr. Francis Evans, Festiniog, an ex-Councillor, was passed.—The Accountant's monthly statement showed that there would be a debit balance of £ 1,748 7s. 6d. after paying the accounts pre- sented that night.

BETTWS-Y-COED. PRlOiPERTY SALE.-On Wednesday last Messrs. Bladkwall, Hayes and Co. offered for sale at the Gwydyr Hotel the residence known as Rock House, Bettws-y-Cbed, the lot being withdrawn at £S80. The solicitors for the ven- dors were Messrs. Hiutghes, Pritchard, and Price, Bangor. On Thursday Messrs. Blackwall, Hayes and Co. conducted a successful furniture sale at the same house. WEARY WILLIES WOULDN'T W ALK.- On Monday, before Colonel Johnstone and Mr. R. Parry, at a Special Court held at Bettws-y-coed, two tramps, named Henry Andrews and R. Kelly, were charged with begging at Capel Curig, on the previous day. According to P.C. Pritchard, the prisoners refused to walk to Bettws, and he was obliged to get a conveyance for that purpose. For thP;r ctnniHitv a sentence of one month's hard labour was imposed. ELTM COMPETITIVE MEETING.—St. David's Day was the date set down for this annual event, and- from all points the meeting ■'tas a thorough success. The conductor was the Rev. J. P. Roberts, Dolydd-terrace, and Mr. David Williams, Penyclogwyn, presided. The adjudicators were:—Music, Mr. G. H. Arlon; recitation, Mir. Albert Jones. The accompanist was Miss Rawson, Williams, Muria, and the secretary was, Mr. S. V. Davies, Gethin-terrace. The following were among the successful com- petitors :—Annie Jones, Cyrau View; Messrs. Richards Vaugihan, Tan, y Girisiau, Festiniog, and O. M. Jones, Pernmarchno; Mrs. Phillips (Llinos Elsi) Mil". W. R. Morris and party, Mr. D. M. Davies and party; David Williams (jrUill.), Penyclogwyn Gayney PUlgh, "Llanerch Elsi; and Mr. Hugh Jones, Hafodrlas. Poetical effusions were delivered by Messrs. Elias M. Roberts, J. Rees Lloyd, and O. Arfon Jones. The tea held in the, afternoon was equally suc- cessful. DEATH.—It is with regret that we announce the death of Councillor David Roberts, Pen'r- allt, which occurred on Saturday, in his 49th year. Much sympathy is felt for the widow and family of six children, who are left to mourn his loss. BRYN MAWR LITERARY SOCIETY.—On Thursday evening, Mir. John Roberts presiding, a discUiSision took place regarding" Novel read- ing and its effects." Miss- Annie Evans, by an able argument, strongly supported novel read- ing, whilst Miss Mary Davies argued against. CHURCH LITERARY SOCIETY.—On Tues- day evening an interesting address was delivered by the Rev. Llechid Jones, Vicar of Ysbytty, on Church bells."

LLANGERNYW. THE LITERARY SOCIETY.—The Joint Literary Society met on Friday night at Cefn Coch Chapel. The chief feature of the evening was a comprehensive and interesting. paper on Anne Griffiths, the Welsh hymn-writer," read by Miss Owen,, Gerrdidi Gleision. For the best impromptu recitation of Ann Griffiths' hymns, Miss Annie Hughes, Bryn Ynyr, was successful, Songs, dialogues, &c., were rendered by the Cefn Coch Party, Messrs. O. Jones, John Morris, Misses Owen, Lizzie Ellis, Jane Roberts, and Mrs. Jones, Crel. DEATH.—The death occurred last week of the oldest resident of the district, Mr. Robert Parry, Glanrhyd, who was well-nigh 100 years. Deceased was buried on Monday at Pentre- voelas.

Conway Corporation, TWO VIEWS OF THE RECREATION GROUND SCHEME, The Mayor (Dr. M. J. Morgan) presided at the monthly meeting of the Corporation yester- day (Wednesday), the other members present being Aldermen Edward Roberts, A. Nether- wood, and W. M. Sever; Councillors Hugh Owen, John Williams. Henry Jones, Fred. J. Jones, Dr. W. Carter, A. J. Oldman, Edward fones, and Robert Jones, with the Town Clerk (Mr. T. E. Parry), the Borough Surveyor (Mr. F. A. Delamotte), the Borough Accountant (Mr. Hugh Parry), the Gas Manager (Mr. Dixon), and the Rate Collector (Mr. T. M. Jones). THE PROPOSED RECREATION GROUND. The Surveyor reported to the Estate Com- mittee that he had received a communication from the Conway Football Club in reply to his enquiry as to the proposed recreation ground, but he had received no reply from the Horse Show Committee. General discussion took place as to whether any other interested clubs or persons were likely to give support, and the Committee felt that nothing could be done until this further informa- .tion was obtained. The adoption of this Minute having been moved and seconded, Councillor Robert Jones said that he expected a report from the Surveyor and also the plans and estimates of the proposed recrea- tion ground which were ordered at the last Council meeting. He could not say whether it was the opinion ot the Surveyor to be unadvi- sable to have a recreation ground, but he was sure of this, that it was not fair to the Council f an instruction was not carried out by an official. He would move again that the Surveyor be instructed to prepare a plan and estimate of the works, and lay it before the next Estate Com- mittee. The Surveyor might smile, but he felt it acutely, and the Committee felt. Councillor Henry Jones said he should like the Surveyor to explain why it had not been brought forward according to instructions. The Surveyor replied that he was in the same position as the Israelites who had no straw to make bricks. He required certain information. It was not desired that he should lay it out as a football ground. There were the proposed tennis courts, cricket pitch, &c. He could not prepare a plan until he got that information. Alderman Netherwood said that at the Com- mittee meeting Councillor Porter explained that it was impossible for an official to draw out a plan until he knew exactly the requirements of the public. There was no definite application for the land from any club, with the exception of the football section, and they felt that before landing the Corporation in a large expenditure they should know the desires of each section of the community. They felt that they could not spend a lot of money for the football section alone. They were not opposed to a recreation ground. (Hear, hear.) But they wanted to move judici- ously. The finances of the borough were not so sound as they might be, and it would be folly to go back to the old system and get the Corpora- tion into disgrace. They had exceeded their estimates already. If the Clubs would only supply the necessary information and would be willing to pay for their sports, the Committee would undoubtedly generously respond. Councillor John Williams said that from what he could gather, there was a strong feeling out- side for a recreation ground, and he suggested the seeking of outside help. Alderman Sever agreed with Alderman Netherwood as to the financial state of the borough. They should be quite sure that it was absolutely necessary before laying out further money. Councillor Robert Jones said his point was that the Council a month ago instructed the Sur- veyor to prepare a plan and estimate of the cost of providing ? recreation ground. He should like to ask the Surveyor whether he had made any enquiries except from the Football Club and Horse Show Committee. The Surveyor: I have never haard anybody else mention it. I don't know of any other club in the place. Councillor Robert Jones Would you like to have outside opinion in the matter now ? The Surveyor No, I still do not want any. The Mayor asked Mr. Robert Jones to make a suggestion to the Surveyor. Councillor Robert Jones I trust in the ability of the Surveyor. He knows the extent of the grounds different clubs would require. The Surveyor Will you suggest a grouse moor of it ? I will bring out a plan of the Morfa if you like. Councillor Robert Jones We only want a section of it. Councillor Oldman then proposed, an4 Coun- cillor Robert Jones seconded that the Mayor should call a public meetine- on the matter in the Guildhall. On being put to the vote, the amendment was lost, and the minutes of the Committee adopted. THE LETTING OF THE MORFA, An application was read from the Conway Horse Show Committee for the use of a portion of the Morfa on Easter Monday. It was decided to grant the application, and Couucillor Robert Jones moved that as the Horse Show benefitted the townspeople to such a large extent, the Horse Show Committee be allowed the use of the ground for nothing. Councillor Oldman in reply to this, said that the charge of £ 2 was made because they had a licence to sell intoxicants, thereby making a profit. Mr. Fred J. Jones then moved that the charge be ,C, I instead of £ 2. He said that undoubtedly the tradesmen benefitted very much by the Show being held in the town. Mr. Edward Jones I take it the tradesmen are only ratepayers, and why should they have preference more than other people ? It was decided to adhere to the charge of £ 2. APPOINTMENT OF OVERSEERS. The following were appointed Overseers for Conway Parish :—The Mayor, Alderman Edward Roberts, Councillors F. J. Jones and J. E. Conway Jones. Other Overseers were- Llanrhos Alderman Sever, Councillors Edward Jones, Henry Jones, and A. J. Oldman. Gyffin Councillor John Williams, Messrs. Owen Hughes, Hugh Jones, Brynglorian, and Hugh Williams, Isfryn. LLANDUDNO COUNTY SCHOOL. His Worship the Mayor was elected a Governor of the Llandudno County School for a period of three years, on the motion of Councillor Hugh Owen. ELECTRIC TRAMWAYS FOR DEGANWY. The agreements in this matter were submitted, and it was resolved that the Town Clerk should write to the Company to urge them to commence the work of extending the tramway to Deganwy, and also to ask for an interview between the members of a Committee and the Directors to dis- cuss the question.