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Penmaenmawr Urban Council.
Penmaenmawr Urban Council. PROPOSED RECREATION GROUND. Mr. David Jones pTesidledJ over the monrthlfy meeting of the above Council on Tuesday. The other members present were Colonel C. H. Dar- bishire, Dr. J. R. WiliLams, Dr. H. T. Jenkins, Messrs. J. S. Coverley, R. D. Jones, R. D. Owen, P. H. McClementt, S. Williams, D. Gor- don Jones, F. D. Chantrey, and Thomas Ro- berts; with the Clerk (Mar T. E. Parry), the Surveyor (Mr R. J. Hughes), and the Collector (IMr. John Owen). ADVERTISING THE DISTRICT. A letter was read from Mr. L. A. P. Warner, of the London and North-Western: Railway Co., stating that the advertising representative of the Company would call at the office on the mat- ter of winter advertising of North Wales resorts. A report of the meeting held at Colwyn Bay was submitted by Mr. MeClement, who after- wards said that the greater part of the time of the conference- was taken up in ventilating grievances about the train service, and Mr War- Iner promised to give- every attention to the mat- ter, and as far as he was able to improve mat- ters. It was stated that the Llandudno Council had decided to give Zioo towards the scheme, provided every other authority subscribed pro rata. In hi,s opinion, the matter should be re- ferred to the Advertising Committee. Mr. R. D. Owen said he did not think the Council go hand in hand with the Rail- way Company any further. Mr. McClement replied that it was not a ques- tion whether they should support the Railway Company, but whether they should join the other watering places in advertising North Wales. Of course, the Railway Company were bound to benefit by whatever action was taken, the same as the watering-places had benefitted by the advertising of the Railway Company. Dr. J. R. Williams complained that the Rail- way Company, after Penmaenmawr had raised tmaney to put up a picture in the Exhibition, had ignored Penmiaenimawr altogether. Tlref- riw, Rhyl, and even Conway were mentioned by the Railway Company, who pasised Penmaen- cmawr by, and next referred to Llanfairfechan. Penimaenimawr was the only town that raised money to enable them to. be represented by a picture at the Exhibition. He felt it very much, especially when such insignificant pic- tures were exhibited, as compared with one of the Sytihinant Pass. However, he was strongly in favour of supporting the present movement. Mr MoCieiment said that if Penmaefliimawr ex- pected to get anything from the Railway Com- pany, they would not do so, by attacking them. They were more likely to get something by keeping friendly with them and not keeping aloof. Mr R. D. Owen: But there is a limit. I dion't think Penimtaeninawr can hold the strain that it did this year in the matter of subscrip- tions. The advertising by the Railway Com- pany did have a good effect this year, but, if they repeat it, it won't have the same effect. 'If we are to help in any way, let us assist the Town Improvement Association, who will bene- fit Pennmaenimawir onily, and let the Railway 'Company work in their own way. Mr McOlement said there had been numerous complaints that there was not a through carri- age on the London train. He approached Mr Warner on the subject, and. he pnomised to rec- tify this. He proposed that this matter be re- ferr,ed to. the Advertising Committee, and this was agmeetd. tlo,. (COLLECTIONS. The Collector reported that diumng July he had collect ed; a total Off £ 611 6s. 7d. The Treasurer's statement showed that there was a ciedlit halliance in the bank of £ 62 17 s. 4d. SIGN ON COMMON LAND. The Footpaths and Estate Committee recom- mended that the Council should remove the sign from the common, land east of Riverstone footbridge, on the Fairy Glen-road. Dr. H. T. Jenikiins said that the sign had al- ireadiy been removed by someone other than by thl workmen of the Council. The Surveyor suggested that it was dbne by one of the commoners or parishioners in that district. Mr R. D. Jones asked whether there was any doubt but what this was comimon land, because this was a spot that was greatly used by visi- tors, who enjoyed, having picnilcs there. If it was aomnmom land, he should like to know whether they could not g0' there as the local authority and cllaiim it. The Surveyor said it was the usual Crown land, and the minerals were held by the gentle- mian who erected the sign. Dr. Jenkins then moved that the Council re- move any sign from tihe common, land referred to. Mr Gordon Jones seconded, and it was car- ried. MOEL LYS AGAIN. The Office of Woods and Forests offered to grant to the Council a lease for thirty-one years of the mountain known as Moel Llys, at a rental of £ 25 per annum, or a royalty of 4d. per ton. Dr. Jenkins, in proposing that the offer be laocepted, stated; that the lease required that the Council be prohibited from injuring or disturb- ing any objects of archaeological or antiquarian interest, or places of natural beauty of scenery. The acceptance of the present lease would sur- renckm the Council's present lease of the 4th February, 1.896, so that it only meant an addi- tional rent of £ 13 a year altogether. Mr Thomas Roberts seconded, and it was agreed to. "BE ECONOMICAL. Colonel Darbishire said, that the Finance Comimitteee, of which he was Chairman, wished to call attention to the fact that the assessment of the Railway Company had been reduced from ^358 16s. gd., which they paid in rates, to £ 257 12s. 1 id. The Council's accounts were based on the former amount last year, so that a sum of £lOr 3s. iod. will have to be repaid. That was rather serious, because it meant a -penny farthing on the nates not only for last year, but this year ailso, so that a rate of 2^d. in the £ would have to be procured to clear it. The Council made their rate in the belief that the assessment of the Railway Company would be confirmed; 90 that now they had to provide over £ 100 which, they did not contem- plate when they levied the rate. The Com- mittees would, therefofre, have to be exceedingly economical during this year, or they would find themselves in trouble. It was fortunate that they had placed C250 aside to meet certain .loans which they contemplated repaying. They had got that to standi by. The amount of rates collected up to date, as compared with last year, was about £300 less, and that was due to the fact that last year they had received, the Railway Company's cheque. Last year the total collections amounted to ^1,936 7s. 2d., and this year they realised £ 1,666 14s. 2d. The Chairman sajiJd he felt sure they were all .sorry to hear that statement. He hoped that every Committee would dJo their best to cut the expenses down. RECREATION. On the proposition of Dr. J. R. Williams, it was decided that the draft agreements for the tenaOicy of land on the road to Capeluilo, and for the purpiose of recreation, between Dr. Web- ster, Mr D. Jones, and Mr Robert Owen, be approved; and it was further decided that the (Recreation Committee be empaweiredi to. frame regulations for the Golf Club. PLAN. A p'lan of a temporary building, at Pendyff- nyn, for Dr. G. Morton Wilson, was approved, subject to the usual agreement. VITAL STATISTICS. The return of bimths and deaths showed tihfat during July there were nine births and one death, and in August seven births and two deaths.
ILlanfairfechan Urban District…
Llanfairfechan Urban District Council. A MEETING OF COMPLAINTS. Mr T. J. Owen presided at the monthly meet- ing of the Urban District Council at Llanfaiir- fech-an on Tuesday night. The other members present were Messrs R. C. Evans, W. G. Ro- berts (Gama'rnaint), J. R. Williams, L. D. Jones, Owen Griffith, Henry Jorss, Robert Hughes, Peter Williams, J. Harrison, T. G. Morgan, Evan Jones, and W. G. Roberts (Hall Bank) with the Clerk (Mr W. H. Ellis), trie Surveyor (Mr Thomas Hughes), and the Collec- tor (Mr J. R. Morgan). A JOINT HOSPITAL. At a special meeting of the Council, it was decided to ask the Joint Hospital Board at Con- way whether Lilanfairfechan, would be allowed to join in the scheme for the provision of a hospital at Groesynyd, and if so., upon what terms ? A .letter was read from Mr T. E. Parry, the Cilerk of the Joint Board, stating that he would lay the application before the next meeting. COMPLAINTS BY VISITORS. in,tumeiious complaints by visitors were read at the meeting, The first of these was from Mr 01ruey, who was staying at Coetmor. He said" I have been staying here for seven annual ■holidays, and have spent a most enjoyable time. This is my last visit to this part of the town, and there are several other families who have decidied to go elsewhere in future for the same cause. It is utterly unreasonable that the boys' brigade camp should be allowed to occupy a field above Valley-road during the month of August. Usually the bugles are sounded at six a.m. or before, and rest is utterly impossible from that time until 9.30 a.m., on account of the incessant and unnecessary hubbub from camp. I make no complaint of the marches through town, though I do not doubt others have already done so. This also: constitutes a considerable drawback to the quiert and gentility of Llanfairfechan. I should like to know whether this public nuisance will again be per- imjiftted next year, as if it is, my friend's and I will be obliged to spend our holidays else- wheire. Mar R. C. Evans .said if there was not so much noise in the morning, the brigade would not be so objectionable. Mr W. G. Roberts, Cama'rnaint, suggested asking the occupier of the land to include some- thing in his sub-letting which wouild rectify this. He proposed that this be done. Mr H. Joirss seconded, anid it was agreed to., and it was further decided to acknowledge the fetter of complaint, and, state that the Council were endeavouring to comply with the request. The next complaint was from Mr Burnbridge, Soililweli, who stated that on a recenft visit he had noticed the incessant number of people, as compared with farmer years, who disregarded the notices at either end of the promenade, making a practice of bathing from the shore, instead of from machines. He was far from Puritanical, but in his opinion, what was takiilng place was most objectionable to young people of both sexes, and if it was permitted, it would drive away many of the better class visitors. He was actuated to write solely by the desire of the furtherance of the place, to which he was so deeply attached. Mr H. Jorss said there had been numerous ,complaints this year, and a lady at Wave Crest -had, told him that she could not sit on the shore, because men were continually passing to and fro, clad, only in. a bathing costume. Mr Peter Williams remarked that better bath- ing vans should be provided. (Laughter.) Mr J'onss proposed that the boating and bath- ing bye-laws should be taken into consideration. According to the bye-law-s, it was, illegal to bathe, other than from a van. Mr R. C. Eivans saidl that as llong as they allowed mixed bathing, he did not see why they should, object. Mr W. G. Roberts seconded the proposition, which was carried, and afterwardls referxed to the Highways Committee. A post card, signed by Arthur Bailey, Croy- don, and postmarked at Bangor, read as fol- lows L/lianfairfechan is being spoilt by the rowdy element on the Parade." Mr Jonsis sadd he had heard several complaints about crowdls of lads congregating in the shel- ters and creating disturbances.. Mr D. G. Rayner, staying at Plas. Menai, wrote: I should like to. call attention to a very real danger to the bathers at Llanfairfechan. At the turn of the tide, there is a spot at the end of the jetty where, but for being a strong swim- mer, my daughter would probably have been drowned. Mr Rice Hughes knows the place very well, and described it to me this morning as a veritable death, trap. I know the place is causing anxiety to Mr Hughes, and twice dur- ing the month that I have been here, have ter- rrblie accidenits been narrowly averted. A dan- ger-post is all that is wanted." The Chairman said the letter was received by him, and he asked, Mr Rice Hughes to take every precaution, to inform the visitors of the danger. Mr Jorss said it was only the formation of the tide. By next sruimmer it would be gone. To put up a danger poSIt wouldi be the most ridiculous thing in the world. It was decided1 to acknowledge the letter. THE MODElL YACHT POND. At a special meeting of the Council, the Sur- veyor submitted an. alternative saheme for the improvement of the foreshore and, the model yacht pond, at an. estimated cost of ^517. A motion by Mr R. C. Evans, and seconded by Mr Jorss, that such a scheme be provisionally ap- proved of, was declared lost, and on the motion of Mr L. D. Jones, the matter was again de- ferred. DISCOLOURED WATER. Mr T. G. Lamas, Bryn Gol'eu, wrote that the water mains to his house were heavily charged with some discolouration, which he took to be iron, rust It was agreed to inform the writer that the matter was being attended to.. ON THE TABLE. The resolution submitted by the Borough of East .Ham with reference to an amendment in the Housing and Town Pfenning Bill now be- ffore Parliament left on the table. NEXT SEASON'S ENTERTAINMENTS. .Mr Arthur Oilwen wrote that he had noticed that there were no entertainments at Llanfair- fechan, and offering to come down, during the .month of September. The Cterik said! he had replied, stating that M,r Alfred Wentwiotrth was now providing the enrtertainm enit s. 'Mr Wentworth also wrote offering to. make ar- rangements for next .season. The Secretary of the Glamlavon Male Voice Choir also wrote asking that they should be al- lowed to give Concerts on the beach on two mights in each week next season. These letters were all referred to a committee. WHICH WAY TO THE GOLF LINKS? Mr G. H. Nicholas, the Secretary of the ruewiUy-formed1 Golf Club, wrote stating that visi- tors in Llanfairfechan had some difficulty in. finding their way up to' the links, and especially so in the case of those who drove up in motor cars. He applied to the Council to put up two signs painting out the road, and addling that the cost would be small. The links were already proving a great attraction to-the visitors. He suggesfted that a cross plate be put up at the crossing of Aber and Cae'rffynnon-roads, which would be seen by every one passing through Llanfairfechan, and the other, at the corner of Bryngolteu-road. It was proposed and seconded that this should be done, when Mr L. D. Jones- said, he did not think it right, because the Golf Club received all the money, and he thought the Club should put up their own signs. Mr W. G. Roberts said they must remember that the more golfers who came into the parish, was an advertisement. He thought it desirable that signs at other places should be put up dli- recting the way to the golf course, as he had seen several motor cars going the wrong way. He proposed that the Highway Committee take the matter into, consideration. Mr L. D. Jones protested, and saildi that the next thing the Golf Club would do, would be to ask the Council to advertise their links in. the newspapers, and very likely they would get some tradesmen asking the Council to advertise their businesses. It was ultimately decided to refer the matter to the Highway Committee. WIlCKET-GATES. An application by Mr Richard Owen, Waen Farm, o.n behalf of his neighbours, for two wicket-gates on the public path through the Waen fields to Glan'rafon, was referred to the ITighw ay Committ ee. GRANTED. An application by the Railway Company to put up a railway posting-board at the back of the railings on the riverside of Station-road, was acceded to on payment of a rent of one shilling annually. COL LECTIONS. The Collector reported that during the month of August he had collected a total sum of ^1,005 11 s- i id' which .some of the Councillors remarked was very creditable. A long discussion, took place upon the ques- tioru of arrears of rates, and the matter was again referred to. the Finance Committee.
Llangernyw Garden and Poultry…
Llangernyw Garden and Poultry Show. The Llangernyw Horticultural Society held their annual show in the schoolroom and play- ground on Saturday. The weather was very unfavourable, still the attendance was very good, being much above the average. The ex- hibits, also, were numerous, and the quality, notwithstanding the cold and wet season, was excellent. The judges were Colonel and Miss Sandbach, and Mr Hunter, of Coed Coch Gar- dens. The prizes were distributed, in the even- ing by Miss Siandbach. THE AWARDS. Dish of twelve round potatoes: 1, J. Wil- liams, Bran. Llan; 2, Peter Williams, Cefn Isa'; 3, W. Davies, Bryn-cyn-Heulog. DilSin of twelve kidney potatoes: 1, Jonathan Hiughes, Ty'ny- pistyll ] 2, D. Roberts, Hendreddu 3, R. Wil- liams, Rhwingyddwyffoirdd. Dish of twelve col- orued kidney potatoes 1, John, Davies, sawyer; 2, D. WcLlliams, Wern Bach; 3, John Williams, Cefn D cha' Dish of twelve coloured round! potatoes: 1, J. Davies; 2, T. Evans, Wern; 3, R. Williams. Dish of peas, twelve pods: 1, R. Williams; 2, Peter Williams; 3, W. F. Barn- well. Dish of broad beans, twelve pods: r, W. Barnwell; 3, W. F. Barnwell; 3, Peter Wil- (Ihiams. Dish of scarlet runners, twelve pods: 1, R. Evans, Bridge Inn; 2, W. Barnwell; 3, D. Roberts, Ty'niypwlil. Dish of French beans, twelve pods: 1, Peter Williams. Vegetable marrow: 1, R. Williams; 2, W. F. Barnwell; 3, P. 'Williams. Onions, spring-sown, six bulbs: 1, R. Evans; 2, Eililis Jones, Ty Ucha; 3, VV. Barnwell. Six carrots: 1, R. Hughes, Tai; 2, Peter Williams. Six beet root: I, Peter Williams; 2, H. J. Roberts', Shop; 3, R. E-varits. Six parsnips: 1, W. Barnwell; 2, R. Evans. Six turnips: 1, D. Roberts, Hendre- .ddu; 2, R. Williams; 3. Enoch Davies, Peny- bonrt. Two cabbages: 1, R. Williams; 2, J. Foulkes, Pendire; 3, Peter Williams. Two red cabbages: 1, R. Williams.; 2, R. Jones, Bonit- faen 3, E. Davies. Dish of apples (desert): 1, Peter Williams.; 2, A. Din.woodie; 3, John Williams. Dish of apples (cooking) 1, D. RiO- berts, Hendireddu; 2, R. Evans; 3, J. Wil- liams. Dish of plums (any variety) 1, R. .Evanls; 2, Flotrrie Jones, College; 3, John Wil- liams. Collection of garden,1 herbs: 1, J. Wil- liams, Bron Lilian 2, C. Williams, Shop; 3, W. F. Barnwell. Nosegay of wild flowers: 1, Mrs Williams, Wexin, Bach; 2, Louie Barnwell; 3, C. Davies, Bronhaul. Nosegay of cut flowers: 1, Mrs Barnwell, 2, W. Davies, Bryn.-cyn- Heulog; 3, J. Davies. Geranium in. pot: 1, J. Davies; 2, D. Roberts, Hendireddu; 3, Peter. Williams. Fuschia in pot: 1, Mrs Owen, Fron Wan. Asters., twelve blooms.: 1, J. Davies; 2, W. Barnwell; 3, E. Davies. Any other plant in pot: 1, B. Parry, Post Office; 2, Ellis Jones, Ty Ucha' 3, D. Roberts. Six stalks of ■rhubarb: 1, R. Evans; 2, J. Davies1; 3, Mrs Williams, NVexn Bach. Two. lettuces: 1, R. Williams; 2, J. Davies; 3, E. Davies. Collec- lection of six varieties of potatoes, correctly named, six of each: 1, E. Davies; 2, W. Barn- well1; 3, Ellis Jones, Ty Ucha. Two sticks of celery: 1, D. Roberts, Ty'nypwll; 2, D. Ro- berts, Hendireddiu. Best honey, three glass jams, ilb. each, light: 1, T. Evans, Wern. Best honey, three glass jars, ilb. each, dark: 1, Mary Roberts, Firorii- giallan. Best pair of plain, knit stockings (prize for school girls) 1, T. Evans, 'Werrn. Best pair of ribbed stockings: 1, J. Wailliiams, Bron LJan; 2, T. Evans, Wenn. Best collection, of farm produce 1, T. Evans, Wern; 2, T. Owens, Maesol; 3, J. Owens, Flronwen. Twelve hen eggs, coloured: 1, T. Evans; 2, J. Owens. Twelve hen. eggs, white: 1, R. Wil- liams, Cae Roger; 2, W. Jones, Pentre Smithy. iBest ilb. of butter: 1, D. Jones, Tyddyn-Dol- ben; 2, R. Williams, Cae Roger; 3, O. Davies, Pantymanus. Best walking stick: 1, R. Jones,, Penfedw; 2, W. Jones, Pentre Smithy; 3, W. Davies, Petryal. Special prizes given by Co-lonel Sandbach, Hafodunos, for the following:—.Best Plymouth Rook, cockerel or puillet: 1, 2, and 3, D* Jones, Tydidyn-Dolben..Best Orpington, cockerel or pullet: i and 2, D. Jones; 3, R. Williams, .shop Isa'. Best Wyandotte, cockerel; or pullet: i and cup, C. M. Jones, Gardens; 2, D. Jones; 3, T. Owens, Maesol. Best Leghorn, any col- our, cockerel or pullet: 1, T. Ellis, Bryn-cyn- Heuillog; 2, D. Jones; 3, W. Jones, Penitire iSmithiy. Any other pure variety, best cockerel or pulltet: land 2, D. Jones; 3, T. Owens, Maesol. Best drake and duck, any pure breed 1, M. Rogers, Rhydeden; 2, T. Owens, Maesol; 3, J. E. Williams, Hlafodygog. Speoial prize given, by Mr E. Owen, for the best and brightest feathered black heni in the ishow, any variety: 1, T. Olwens, Maesol. Speciat prize given by the Hon. Mrs Cross, for the best pair of knickerbocker stockings: 1, Flonrie Jones, College. Best bookcase (pTize for boys under 15) 1, T. Owens (junior), Maesol. Special prize given. 9Y Mr E. Jones, for the best plum cake: 1, D. Wynne, Bridge Inn.
RHEUMATISM & PARALYSIS.
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Pearl Life Insurance Company.
Pearl Life Insurance Company. PLEASING FUNCTION AT COLWYN BAY. The officials of the Pearl Life Insurance Co., stationed in what is known as the V Division, held their first annual outing at Colwyn Bay yes- terday (Wednesday), when about 200 represent- atives arrived in the town, some from districts as far as Towyn-on-Sea, viz., Mr. E. Griffiths, and Mr. J. Lloyd. The interesting proceedings took place in the Lecture Hall and were marked by much enthus- iasm, and Mr. John Griffiths, the General Super- intendent of the Division, and Mrs. Griffiths were made the recipients of hands.ome presentations by the Division on the occasion of their marriage. Mr. E. W. Roberts, the Colwyn Bay Superinten- dent, was the secretary of the movement, and he was energy personified, and the success of the movement is due to his untiring work. Mr. Grif- fiths was presented with a life-sized oil painting framed in gold, by Mr. Ellis, of Chester, and bearing the following inscription on silver, Por- trait presented to John Griffiths, Esq, by the staff of the V Divisioe of the Pearl Assurance Co., as a mark of respect and congratulation upon his marriage, Sept. 8th. igog." A very handsome and magnificently framed illuminated address was also presented to him. Mrs. Griffiths was also presented with a very handsome silver tea and coffee service and a silver kettle and tray, the latter hearing a similar inscription to the above. Previous to the presentations, a substantial and well-served dinner, prepared by Mr. J. D. Cartmell, was enjoyed. Mr. E. W. Roberts stated that they had in the room the oldest collector, from Old Colwyn, and also they had the oldest policy holder in the district present. The Chairman, Mr J. M. Jones, Wrexham, Deputy General Superintendent, said he appre- ciated the honour of being chairman of that meet- ing. He was sure Mrs. Griffiths had secured the highest policy in the Division. (Laughter and applause.) He wished them both every happiness. After a song, Thora," by Mr R. D. Parry, Llangefni, several poetical effusions were given by the poetically-minded brethren in praise of Mr and Mrs Griffiths, and laden with good wishes. Mr E. W. Roberts then read the following address To JOHN GRIFFITHS, Esquire. Sir,—We, the undersigned, on behalf of the Staff of the V Division, Pearl Life Assurance Company, Limited, desire to offer you our hearty congratulations on the occasion of your marriage, and beg your acceptance of a silver tea and coffee service, silver kettle and tray, also oil portrait of yourself together with this address as a small token of the esteem in which you are held by the staff of the Division. During the years we have been associated with you, we have always found you a sincere and honest worker for the interests of the Com- pany, and above all an honest upright man, a true Christian, always striving to do your duty honestly and conscientiously. We have watched your career with pleasure, and can testify that we never have at any time, known you to do a dishonourable act. Your walk in life should serve as an example for your staff to follow. We remember with pride your very successful career as a servant of the Company, extending as it does to nearly 23 years, which has reflected credit upon yourself and those serving under your supervision. We note with great pleasure the success that has attended you through the various positions you have occupied, as agent, Assistant Super- intendent, District Superintendent, and now the high and worthy position of General Superinten- dent of a Division. It pleases us to remember the great interest you have always manifested in our affairs and our respective districts, notably in the assistance you have rendered us in all times of stress and diffi- culty, for which we are very grateful. Many servants of the Company now holding, important positions in the Company's service in various parts of the country cannot fail to look back with gratitude to the efficient training they received under your charge. You have been in charge of the V" Division since its formatian, and the great progress it has made is due largely to your wise management and skilful control, and our desire is that it grow and prosper in the future even more than it has done.in the past. We wish you and your wife a long, happy and prosperous life. (Applause.) Supt. G. Rowlands made the presentation of the address and oil-painting, and stated that Mr. Griffiths had gone deeply into the respect of the staff. He was a straightforward, honest man, and was willing to help anyone of his men out of a difficulty. He called upon the company to sing For he's a jolly good fellow," which was hearti- ly done and three cheers given. Mr. J. E. Jones, assistant general superintend- ent, sang Unwaith etto, Gymru anwyl." Mr. E. W. Roberts's little daughter, Haulwen, dressed in Welsh costume, then came forward to assist Mr. Edwards, of Llan, Festiniog, to make the presentation of the silver tea and coffee ser- vice, kettle, and tray to Mrs. Griffiths, and amidst much applause Mrs. Griffiths carried the wee girl off the stage and bathed her in kisses. Tributes were then made by many of those present, all testifying to the worth of Mr. Grif- fiths and wishing him and his wife every happi- ness and success. Mr. E. W. Roberts said he was very pleased to take part in the string of congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Griffiths. He did not know, like one speaker had said, where Mr. Griffiths had found Mrs. Griffiths, but he knew that he had got a good thing." (Laughter and applause.) Mr. Griffiths was looking younger than he ever did. As secretary of the movement he gave Mr. and Mrs. Griffiths a hearty welcome to Colwyn Bay. It was Mrs. Griffiths's first time, and they should give her a right royal Welsh welcome. Mr. Seldon, father of Mrs. Griffiths, said a few words to the strange jolly lot of people he saw before him. He was sorry to part with his daughter, but he had known Mr. Griffiths for 20 years, and when he came on what could he (the speaker) do?" (Laughter.) He felt very grate- ful to them all for the handsome presents to his daughter. (Applause.) Mr. Griffiths who was warmly received, in ris- ing to respond, said he never felt it more diffi- cult to address the staff as on that occasion. It was a matter, so personal, so close, that it made itj very difficult indeed. It was a meeting got together to do honour to himself and his wife. No words could fully convey what he and his wife felt. He appreciated the presence of so many ladies who had come he thought to see his wife. It was a red letter day in his life. He would never forget it. Presents would not die like he would, but would be cherished by his children. They were presents that would be treasured and admired by himself and his wife while they lived, and when they gazed upon them their thoughts would go back to the givers of them. (Applause). Supt. W. Thomas, of Holyhead, was presented by his staff with a gold chain, the presentation being made by Mrs. Griffiths amidst applause, and Mr. Thomas suitably responded. Votes of thanks to the Chairman and Mr E. W. Roberts concluded the proceedings.
Llandudno Boarding-House Raided.
Llandudno Boarding-House Raided. SEIZURE OF LIQUOR AND TOBACCO. Acting upon information supplied to them by the Llandudno police, the Inland Revenue auth- orities sent an officer to that town on Saturday. He stayed at a large boarding establishment, and it is alleged that when he called for beer, spirits, and cigarettes they were supplied to him. On Monday, a search warrant was executed by Inspector Owen and Sergeant Edward Williams, who were accompanied by Messrs Atkinson and Lindsey, Revenue Officers. They seized quanti- ties of malt liquors, spirits, wine, and cigarettes. Proceedings will be taken against the propriet- resses at the next court.
GOLF.
GOLF. CARNARVONSHIRE OPEN MEETING. The Carnarvonshire Golf Club is celebrating the opening of its season by holding an open meeting, which commenced on Friday morning. The greens were in first-rate condition, and though the early morning's mist had considerably moistened them the subsequent very fine weather was all in favour of good golf. PLATT CUP. In the forenoon the play was held for the Platt Cup Stroke Competition (scr.), in which D. Cuth- bert and P. T. Fairbrother tied for the cup with 88, F. A. Delamotte returning 89, J. D. Fergusson 94, A. Meyer 99, G. Sims Woodhead and R. Arthur Jones each i oi. The handicap sweep on the same round was won by D. Cuthbert, whose net return was 78, while R. Arthur Jones and P. T. Fairbrother halved the second and third prizes with 83 net. PENRHYN CUP. The Penrhyn Cup, 18 holes handicap, was played in the afternoon the following being the best cards returned out of a numerous entry J. D. Fergusson 88 7-8r S. E. Smith 89 7-82 G.Inglis. 86 3-83 F. Hadley 101 17-84 W. G. V. Smith 93 9-84 D.Cuthbert. 96 10-86 J. D. Miller 96 10-86 Sims Woodhead 100 13-87 CLUB'S ANNUAL MEETING. The annual meeting of the club was held in the evening, Mr. G. H. Healey in the chair. Sir Richard Williams-Bulkeley, Bart., was re-elected president. The following vice-presidents were re-appointed Mr. Albert Wood, Col. H. Lloyd Mostyn, Mr. G. H. Healey, Lord Penrhyn, and Dr. R. Arthur-Prichard. Mr. Healey was re- appointed captain, and the following other re- elections took place Mr. Owen Rowland as hon. treasurer, Capt. E. P. Brook, hon. secretary, and the Rev. Willoughby Jones, Mr. J. Porter, Mr. F. Hadley, Mr. F. A. Delamotte, and Mr. C. Reynolds, committee. Mr. D. Cuthbert was appointed to fill a vacancy on the committee. The accounts submitted by the hon. treasurer were very satisfactory, and Mr. Porter, the hon. auditor, pointed out that the receipts from mem- bers, visitors, etc., had gone up to the tune of £ 62. Last year the reserve was drawn upon to pay the remaining instalment due upon the purchase of the clubhouse, and there was now an increase in the reserve of £20, and in the balance on current account of L4S. (Ap- plause.) He suggested that the committee might consider whether some of the balance in hand should not be expended on further improvements of the clubhouse. It was decided to ask the committee to consider the suggestion. Ten new club members were elected at the committee meeting on the preceding night. The meeting was continued on Saturday. The competition for the day was a 36 holes handicap, medal play. Owing to the threatening weather in the morning many players from other clubs who were expected did not come down, but, in spite of the weather, a goodly number started. Later on the weather improved, and it was fine with a strong west wind when the afternoon round began. Thfe round was finished, however, in drenching rain and a high wind. D. Cuthbert, with a net total ;of 162, won the prize, and was also first in the sweep. The best gross score of the day was that of F. A. Delamotte who did the 36 holes in 176, Mr. Cuthbert being next with a gross of 182. Messrs Clutterbuck and Delamotte took the second and third prizes in the sweep. Details ist Round. 2nd Rnd. Tl. H'cap. D. Cuthbert 10 93—83 89—79—162 E. Clutterbuck 9 92—83 91—82—165 F. A. Delamotte 4 89—85 87—83—168 E. P, .Brooke. 11 97—86 96-85-171 J. P,!U^loyden 10 98—88 93-83-171 J. D. Fergusson 7 95-88 9 1 -84-172 R. V. Rees 12 100-88 97—85—173 P. T. Fairbrother. 5 92—87 91 — 86—173 S. E. Smith 7 99—92 90—83—175 W. A. R. Heaven 2 92-90 89-87-177 G. Sims Woodhead 13 103-9° 101-88-178 O. Rowland 19 i og-go 109-90-180 H. F. G. Hall 6 97—91 96—90 —181 A. C. Meyer 10 103—93 103-93-186 V. Smith 9 103-94 105-96-19° A. Hamilton 15 111-95 113-98-193 R. Denald. 16 110-94 115-99-193 Un Monday the weather on the Morta was very boisterous, there being a strong north-west gale, into the teeth of which the drive off the first tee had to be made. Under such conditions the performance of M. R. V. Rees, of the Doncaster, Golf Club, who won the first prize in the day's 36 holes stroke handicap, was an excellent one, With a handicap of 12 he returned net scores of 72 and 79, total 151. The second prize went to F. E. Smith, who, off a 7 handicap, returned 80 and go, total 170, and the third to F. A. Delamotte, who, with a handicap of 4, went round in 81 and 90, total 171. The following were other cards H'cap. 1st r'nd. 2nd r'nd. Tl. Dr. Sims Woodhead 13 86 89 175 Hugh Hall 10 86 93 179 W. W. Sheriton, Rugby 10 90 90 180 J. B. Royden 10 89 91 180 Dr. Hamilton 15 91 92 183 F. Hadley 17 .102 99 201 On Tuesday the weather was again very bois- terous, when there was a bogey handicap for the "Volunteer Cup." A good number went out, hiif thfi onlv returns were as follows -.I Captain E. P. Brooke 1 down R. Arthur Jones 5 F. A. Delamotte 6 Hugh Hall 7 T. Cuthbert 8 Sims Woodhead 8 A. Hamilton 10 n 1 he cup was won by Capt. Brooke, who is the Secretary of the Club, and his score was consi- dered an excellent one, on account of the bad weather which was experienced. TREFRIW CLUB. The Belle Vue Hotel Challenge Cup was played for on Saturday last, in very wet and windy weather, when the following were the principal cards returned Walter Smith. 93 20 73 A.J. Wright 103 27 — 76 H. H. Smith 87 10 — 77 C. Cooper Morris 92 12 — 80 T. R. F. Butier 103 22 — 81 W. N. Smith 91 9 82 H. Cornfoot 105 18 — 87 COLWYN BAY CLUB. The annual summer meeting was held on Saturday. The competitions attracted a record entry, chief interest centring on the Whitehead Challenge Bowl (over 36 holes) confined to mem- bers and country members. This was won by E. Bromley, country member and a member of the Blackley Golf Club, Manchester, with a score of 193, 48-145 the successful competitor in the open competition being C. F. O'Connell, with the fine score of 166, 20-146. The captain, C. H. Harding, presented the prizes to the win- ners, and mentioned that it had been one of the most successful meetings the club had ever had. Best cards Two Handi- Rounds. cap. Sc. E. Bromley (Blackley Golf Club) 193 48 145 C. F. O'Connell. 166 20 146 A. A. Douglas. 198 50 148 W. Robertson 191 40 151 E. Bayliss (Wolverhampton) 182 30 152 B. S. Derby (Blackley Golf Club) 19s 42 153 E. E. Mariette 200 46 154 J. Kelly (Chorlton-cum-Hardy). 184 28 156 L. Harrison (Prestwich Golf Club) 188 32 156 P. W. G. Holmes 162 4 158 Dr. M. Venables Williams, 198 40 158 D. Mason Peacock 163 4 159 J.H.Campbell 189 30 •• 159 Dr. Ryle 209 5° *59 A. G. Peake 192 33 • • 160 G. S. Brown (Rhos-on-Sea Golf Club).. 172 10 162 J. Faulkner 194 3° • • 114 W. H. Shaw (Dewsbury Golf Club). 178 14 164 J. Pickle (Sandwell Park Golf Club) 195 3° 165 F. Bateson 216 5° 166 H. G. Heasman (Wrexham Golf Club). 186 16 170 R. L. Barker (Brockenhurst Golf Club) 188 18 170
"Nurses' Uniforms for Nursemaids."
"Nurses' Uniforms for Nurse- maids." To THE EDITOR OF THE Weekly News. Sir,—I was highly itateresited, aid, I must confess, amused, to read the letter signed1 by A Nurse, which appearedi in your paper the other week. Absence has prevented me from replying to it sooner, but I hope that the correspoindenice is not yet closed, as both, slides of a qmestioin caught to be set before the public before they exercise any poweir which they may have of suppressing the alleged perfidious practice referred to in A Nur,s,e's I I letter, viz., that of clothing mere ser- vant giiailis in nurses, u/niiformis. I think your correspondent has too low an opinion of the average servant girl, and has placed too high a/ni estimate on. the virtues of members, of the nursing profession. iI, as a member of a much-abused class, ven- ture to state that, taken oalilectively servient gáitlis behave themisefflves quite as* well as nturrses. Perhaps however, I may be accused of begging the question, at issue, which is, shortly, "HaNiö servant girls oir other untrained persons any right to wear oliortih es so similar to those worn by niuirses as to deceive the general public?" Well, I will answer that question by askinig another: "Have members of the nursing pro- fessfrom any monopoly in their own particular ufri,i,f,o,Tim--and, by the way, which is their own particular uniform?" There are so mamy different designs, that to register, them all under one Act of Barldlament, as suggested by yaur correspondent, would be a bojg business. :otr ihistanee, there is' the plain uniform con- sisting of one single cape then there is the uni- form consisting of a short cape and a, skirt, and so on, ad Íintfimritum-the colours, of course, ranging from a bright blue to a sober black, with all the intermediate shades of green and broiwin in between. And all this without any mention of accessories." Now, I put it to the public, before they start exercising any of the powers referred to in A Niumse's let- ter, is it feasible to act on the suggestions of A Nurse "? °° To. my mind, to. prevent mistresses from cloth- ing their nursemaids in whatsoever rig-out they please, is an infringement of the liberty of the subject. J ■Besides, who is there who wouilid take up the seltf-impoised task of differentiating between, shall we say, the bonnet strings to be worn, by a nuir semajild and those to be worn by a niurse? Surely, all miemiberis of the male persuasion would act 0111\ the suggestion, so. aptly made by the Ueeklly News," and leave the matter se- verely alone. In my case, it is of small consequence, even it a "ulursmrlialdi dotes appear in, public kffect- mig some part or other of a trained muirste's uniiifofnm. The average person would probably not notiioe the infringement aft all, and even if noticed it u °f auiah in'sig'nificance to the outsider tiicrt vt wguM provoke no cornirnciit. Your correspondent seems to. have raised, no- thing more than, the proverbial small storm in a t-,a-cul).youips, &c., A NURSEMAID.
YSPYTTY IFAN.
YSPYTTY IFAN. CHURCH IMPROVEMENT.—For some tirne, an effort has been made to improve the Parish Church, at Yspytty Ifan, and a collection has been made. The latter was in the hands of Miss Edwards, Brynford, daughter of the former Vicar. By this means as well as with other gifts, steps were takell to have the work done, the building was thorough' ly painted, varnished and cleaned, a new heating apparatus was fitted, being the gift of Lord Penrhyn, whilst carpets, lamps, etc., were supplied as a gift from Lady Penrhyn, Miss Edwards, Bryn- ford, supplying the decorations for the altar at h<* own expense. On Sunday afternoon, a special re-opening service was held when the service afld the lessons were taken by the Vicar, the Rev. T. Llechid Jones, and the sermon was preached by the Bishop of St. Asaph. There were present Lord and Lady Penrhyn, Col. and the Hon. Mrs. Mostyn, and a very large congregation, every available seat being occupied. The respooseS which were intoned, were excellently taken up and the singing throughout most hearty.
TALYBONT.W"111-
TALYBONT. W"111- SUCCESS.—The many frienids of Mir to liana Roberts, blacksmith, will be po eXJ8.!ll- hear that he has succeeded in passing the iiaation of the WorshiipfoL Company of and; is notw emititled to the tetters R.S-S- his name.
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Farriery in North Wales.
Farriery in North Wales. To THE EDITOR OF THE Weekly News. Sir,-I find in your edition of last week, a report of the Examination of Farriers or Shoeing Smiths, which was held by the Worshipful Company of Farriers, at Llanrwst Foundry, on the 28th of last month. May I add a little to that report by giving a hst of successful candidates in the R.S.S. Examina- tion, and in the Doormen Examination. The following were successful in gaining the R.S.S. Certificate- Messrs Hugh Williams and W. 0. Davies, the Foundry, Llanrwst; John Edwards, Maerdv, Corwen; Robert Jones Hughes, Glast'ryn, Cerrig.y.drnidion, C°r«W; C*eH*Pritchard, BrynduNv £ /es B.S O., Anglesey; Evan Jones, Talybont Smithv Llanrwst; Hugh Parry, Abergele; Ellis Jones, Abergele Thomas Hughes, 8, Btydljniog, Pwllheli; Priscoe Owen, Llanrwst; W. E. Roberts, Bedol Smithy, Talybont, Talycafn Robert W. Jones Llanfairtal- haiarn; John Thomas, Glenroe, Llandudno and William Davies, Penllan Smithy, Llanfairtalhaiarn. Doormen Oertificate-Messrs Owen Hannam, Peny- ffordd, Llanynys. near Ruthin and W. R. Thomas, The Foundry, Llanrwst. Those candidates that were unsuccessful are strongly recommended to try again. It is very gratifying to learn that the Welsh Farriers without a doubt are progressing, they show determination to master their trade or profession. It is only about two years ago that the Worshipful Company of Farriers, London, held an examination at Colvryn Bay, and one of the Examiners remarked that there was great improvement. If we only notice at the Royal Agricultural Show which was beld at Gloucester, on July 22nd to 26tit ot this year, there were 159 entries in horse-shoeing. three were Scotch, and fifty per cent, were Welsh, The prize list shows that the Welsh ranked very satisfactory, consider- ing that in Wales there are no Technical Schools, neither have the County Councils given a single help to instruct theJWelsh farrier in his very skilfnl work —while in England the County Councils have their instructors attending certain centres, to instruct and educate the Farriers. It is to be hoped that some- thing similar will in the near future be done in Wales. It is most important to horse owners, coachmen, carters, and farriers, that they should know a little more than they do of the structure of the horses feet, and how to shoe them. MAROHOQ. -c-
TAL-Y-CAFN.'rs
TAL-Y-CAFN. 'rs MART SALE.—Messrs. Robert and Rogers Jones held their periodical mart sale on Monda, when the mart was crowded with eager buyers- The prices of sheep still continues low, but a large number were sold at ruling prices. In the tat cattle section the prices were good and maintained the position previously held. Calving cows afld heifers were also in good demand, whilst fat made record prices. Two cart filly foals also realised satisfactory prices. The following are tl) prices obtained and the number offered for sale: 1500 fat lambs up to 29s. 3d.; 500 fat wethers afl^ ewes, 28s. 6d.; 31 fat bullocks, heifers, cows an bulls up to £ 21 ios.; 22 store bullocks and he»e up to ^8 15s.; 11 calving cows and heifers up £ 17 5s.; 19 fat calves, £ 6 18s. pigs to £ 2 ][5 2 cart filly foals, ^"12 17s. 6d. and £ 12 15s. x.ef next sale is announced for Monday, Septet 15th, 1909, being a special sale of ram lambs, particulars of which see our advertising column-