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LLANDUDNO.'
LLANDUDNO. THE AUTUMN CONCERTS.—The success of the autumn concerts has been so remarkable that great regret was felt on Sunday evening that the season had come to a close. There was an audience that filled the large building, and reminded many of the month of August. It is understood that a tradesman in the town has offered the sum of Cioo if the concerts will be continued until Christmas next season. Other offers from visitors of handsome sums have been made upon similar conditions. The Committee are more than gratified at the result. THE FIELD CLUB.—The members of the Llandudno Field Ciub made an excursion yester- day (Wednesday) to two churches. The party headed by the Rector, the Rev Ll. R. Hughes, M.A., met at St. George's Church at 2.15, and the leader delivered a short address upon the revival of Gothic Architecture. The party afterwards pro- ceeded to St. Tudno's Church, where the leader delivered another short address on the settlement and growth of the Celtic Church, Churches of British foundation, local saints, aud characteristics of St. Tudno's Church. Tea was partaken of at Penmynydd Farm, and an enjoyable day was spent. JUNIOR CUP TIE.—On Saturday, the second round of the Coast Junior Cup will be played between the Llandudno Reserves and Penmaen- mawr, on the Council Ground. Penmaenmawr had choice of ground, but the Penmaens have been induced for several reasons to play the tie at Llandudno. The Reserves of Llandudno are a strong side, but on this occasion they will be minus the services of J. E. Williams as pivot. Given a fine day there should be an interesting game, as it is expected Penmaenmawr will turn out some dark horses." LICENSING.—At the Conway Police Court, on Monday, on the application of Mr E. W, Johnson, the licence of the Snowdon Hotel was temporarily transferred from Frank Butler to Wm. Hughes and that of the Telegraph Hotel on the Great Orme's Head from Stanley Crockett to Thomas Henry McDonald, the son of the proprietor. An extension of the licence of the Queen's Hotel, Llandudno, was granted for one hour on the occasion of a whist drive in connection with the Corinthian's Football Club on Wednesday night. COUNCILLORS ON HOLIDAY.—Councillors Hugh Edwards and William Thomas are enjoying a holiday in London. Councillor Thomas Smith has just returned from a change after a busy season. WELSH BAPTISTS.-The annual preaching meetings in connection with the Tabernacle Welsh Baptist Chapel were commenced on Tuesday even- ing, and were continued throughout yesterday (Wednesday). The special preachers were the Rev. J. Jones, Llangyndaern, and the Rev. E. W. Davies, Ton, Rhondda Valley. ST. GEORGE'S LITERARY AND DEBA- TING SOCIETY.—The syllabus of this Society has been issued, and an interesting and instructive session is promised. The session opens to-day (Thursday), when the Rector will deliver an address upon The Phases of the Religious and Philo- sophical thought in the 19th Century." The following are the officers of the Society:-Presi- dent, Rev. Ll. R. Hughes, M.A.; chairman, Mr J. Roger Dawson vice-chairman, Mr W. R. Brookes; hon. treasurer, Mr J. Aspell; and the hon. secretary is Mr T. Sutton Jones, who has worked very hard towards ensuring a good mem- bership. The committee comprises Messrs J. E. Housby, Morris Barnett, George Evans, Gresley Jones, Alfred Ellis, and W. R. Briggs. MINISTERIAL CALL.—On Sunday night a unanimous call was given by the Shiloh Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Church, Llandudno, to the Rev. E. O. Davies, of Bala College. Mr. Davies is a native of Corwen, and began life as an elementary school teacher. He is a B.Sc. of London University, and was at Mansfield College, Oxford. After four years as the pastor of the Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Church at Garston, Liverpool, he became a Professor at Bala College, holding the post for nine years. It is expected that he will begin his ministry at Llandudno in January next. DIOCESE OF MENEVIA.—The erection of a Chapter for the Diocese of Menevia is (says the Tablet ") thus announced in a letter to his clergy by the the Bishop of Menevia It is our pleasure to announce to you that the Holy See has lately sent us a decree erecting a Chapter for the Diocese of Menevia. In the year 1895 the late Holy Father Pope Leo XIII., in his solicitude for the welfare of souls, thought fit to form the whole of Wales, with the exception of the county of Glamorgan, into a Vicariate-Apostolic. Later on, in the year 1898, this vicariate was erected into the Diocese of Menevia, the ancient See of St. David, the patron saint of Wales. The organisation of the Diocese, however, was not complete, as, no doubt, it was considered too young a Diocese to have a Chapter. By a decree dated August 10th, 1909, this want has been supplied, and this Diocese is now to have a Chapter, consisting of a Provost and four Canons." The Very Rev. T. Ratcliffe, of Llan- dudno, has been appointed Provost, while the Canons are the Very Revs. J. Jennings, of Flint; J. J. Griffiths, of Brecon T. M'Loughlin, of Llan- elly and W. Kelly, of Pembroke Dock. THE PROPERTY MARKET.-On Thurs- day, Mr. Matthew Ryan offered for sale by auction, at the Deganwy Castle Hotel, the detached bungalow known as Ty Gwyn," situated in Victoria Drive, close to Llandudno Junction station. After the bidding had reached £ 325 the property was withdrawn, but it is open for sale by private treaty. Messrs. Porter, Amphlett & Co., are the solicitors for the vendors. ST. PAUL'S LITERARY AND DEBATING SOCIETY.—The weekly meeting of this society was held on Tuesday evening in the Church House. Mr. A. G. Pugh presided over a good attendance. Speeches were given by Mr. Pugh, Mr. Barnett and Mr. Montgomery. CORINTHIANS v. LLANF AIRFECHAN.- Yesterday (Wednesday, at Llandudno, Corinthians won by 3 goals to 2.
LLANELIAN.
LLANELIAN. BAPTIST CHA.PEL.-On Monday evening and all day Tuesday, most encouraging harvest thanksgiving services were held. The Rev. Thomas Roberts presided, and gave short ad- dresses. Suitable hymns were sung, and happy relations were felt on the part of the churches in the district. All denominations took interest in the inspiring services. The collections and congregations were very good, and the effort was a great success.
GLAN CONWY.
GLAN CONWY. TRY NOW EVANS' SEIDAL CREAM for chapped hands, and for the complexion.-Drug Stores, Glan Conway. 1647 GERAILLT."—The pulpit at Bryn Eben- ezer Welsh Methodist Church was occupied on Sunday by the Rev. J. R. Jones (" Geraillt "), of Maeiitwrog. The popular preacher and bard is always a welcome visitor to Glan Conway, where he has some relations. UNITED CHORAL SOCIETY.—There was a very successful meeting of the United Choral Society on Tuesday evening at the National Schools, when Councillor Rogers Jones presided. The following were the officials elected for the year: -Conduotar, Mr W. F. Bratt, The Pop- lars, Llandudno; deputy conductor, Mr John Williams, Central Stores; accompanist, Miss Hickson, Croesau; deputy accompanist, Miss Williams, Eryl; treasurer, Councillor Rogers Jones; secretary, Mr W. Rogers Evans; librar- ian, Mr Thomas Gill. .rEMPFRANCE.-In connection with the Tem- perance Conference which was held at Conway on Tuesday and yesterday (Wednesday) a meeting was held at the Bryn Ebenezer Welsh Methodist Chapel on Tuesday evening, when addresses were given on temperance by the Rev. James Jones, Croesywaen, and the Rev. John Griffith, Llanfair- j fechan.
LLANDUDNO JUNCTION.
LLANDUDNO JUNCTION. WATER SUPPLY.—The water supply in and around the Junction is being improved. The pipes have been laid down on the roads around the district ready for being placed underground. GAS SUPPLY.—Recently enquiries have been made at the houses in the district as to the number of people willing to have a gas supply in their houses upon the penny-in-the-slot business, and it is understood the response has been gratifying. It will be a great boon to that part of the Junction. MOTOR DANGER SIGNAL WANTED.—If ever any place needed a danger signal for motor- ists it is the bottom of Penybont Hill. The marvel is that the authorities have not caused one to be placed there long before this, and in the interests of public safety the sooner one is placed there the better for everyone. There is a bend at the bottom of the hill that might cause many a motor to skid, coming at the rate some motorists do. Now would be the proper time to have the matter put right. THE RATEPAYERS' ASSOCIATION.—In consequence of the municipal election at Conway on Monday, the usual meeting of the Ratepayers' Association was adjourned. METHODISM.—On Sunday morning and even- ing the Rev. Thomas Parry, J.P., of Colwyn Bay, preached at the Pensarn C.M. Chapel, and the Rev. Rawson Williams, of Bettws-y-Coed, occu- pied the pulpit at Caersalem C.M. THE HIGH RATE.—The fact that the rates for the current year have been increased by 2s. 6d. in the £ compared with those of last year, has given rise to much indignation in this place, com- prising as it does practically a humble working- class population. This is indeed something very tangible for the Ratepayers' Association to take into their very serious consideration. It is feared that unpleasant consequences will arise from this high increase in the rates, and it is understood that the association is moving in the matter. It is being freely asked why should there be an under-estimation in the calls to the County Coun- cil, when there was such a reduction in the assess- ment of the railway, more especially when it is understood that there was an increase in the calls for the Conway Union for 1909-10 and a mistake as to a balance of [161. Ratepayers are asking how such an increase has become possible, and who is really to blame. PRESENTATION.-Mr. Tom Hughes, signal- man, has been made the recipient of a beautiful gold heart-shaped medal for good services to the Hearts of Oak Mutual Benefit Society. He is naturally proud of the distinction. THE RECENT FIRE.—We are pleased to notice that Mr. John Hughes, wheelwright, who had the misfortune to have his premises burnt down some time ago, is proceediag with the erec- tion of a more substantial building in lieu of the one that was destroyed. RETURNED.-The genial stationmaster, Mr. Thomas Wynne, accompanied by Mrs. Wynne, returned home on Monday afternoon, after a fortnight's holiday, both much benefitted by the change. They have visited Manchester, South Wales, and the Metropolis. On Sunday they visited the Baptist Church in London where Mr. Lloyd George worships, and on that day the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Mrs. Lloyd George, and their son were present. THE DAWN OF WESLEY ANISf.-During his speech upon the opening of the new School in connection with the Preswylfa Welsh Wesleyan Church last week, Dr. Hugh Jones gave an inter- esting and brief outline of the dawn of Wesleyan- ism in the neighbourhood. Owing to pressure of space we were unable to give the following details, which will prove of interest to our readers. It was in the year 1756 that Wesley paid a visit to the town of Conway, and although he did not preach on that occasion, he visited the Castle, which he averred was the finest in the country. In 1796, Dr. Coke preached in the Conway Wesleyan Chapel, and later Owen Davies and John Hughes, Aberhonddu, crossed the river from the Junction side to Conway. They asked if it was possible to get a congregation, and were welcomed by their Methodist friends. In 1802 George Bethafarn and Bryan passad through the Junction on their way to Conway, and when they goi there, they knocked at every door to ask the people if they would come and hear them preach. John Jones, "Saer," as he was called, gave out a hymn, and it was sung with a fervency well-known to early Wesleyans. Two constables arrived on the scene, with a Justice of the Peace, named Williams, and asked the preaohers for their authority to preach. As they had no authority they were told to go about their business." The evangelists went to Bangor, and held a service in a shippon belonging to a Jane Evans, and as they had authority on this occasion, they were left alone, and from that time the cause had flourished throughout the land.
BRYN PYDEW.
BRYN PYDEW. TEA AND COiNCERT.-On Thursday next, Mr and Mrs W. S. Williams, Shop Newydd, Bryn Pydew, will, in, celebration of the birth- day of their one-year-old son, give a tea to the children of the neighbourhood at the Bryn Pydew C.M. chapel, to be followed by a concert in the evening. The Mayor of Conway will preside, and Deiniol Fychan, Mr Tegfan Ro- berts, Miss H. L. Jones, Ty Croes; Miss Ger- trude Hoskins, Mr Llew. Davies, Miss M. Mor- ris, Llandudno Junction, and Mr Rowland Wil- liams will be the artistes. The proceeds are in aid of the chapel funds. 1647
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BETTWS-YN-RHOS. A NEW DEPARTURE.—Last Wednesday evening saw the conclusion of rejoicings for the harvest. After the usual service in church, the Vicar, Rev D. Price Morgan, generously invited his churchwardens, sidesmen, and choir members to a splendid supper in the schoolroom, which, in the meantime, had been prepared by Mrs A. Morgan (the Vicar's mother), Mrs Myfanwy Wynne (Ty Newydd), and Miss Mary Ann Evans (house- keeper at the Vicarage), while the table decorations were in the hands of Mrs Syl Marston, School House. Punctually at 8 p.m. a large company assembled, including Mr J. E. Oldfield, J.P., and Mr John Parry (wardens), Messrs Robert Pierce and Syl Marston, School House (sidesmen), and between forty and fifty choir members and other friends, and the remainder of the evening was devoted to an impromptu concert by members, and various games. These continued till a late hour with unbated zeal, when the Vicar's warden, Mr J. E. Oldfield, proposed a most hearty vote of thanks to the Vicar for his generosity, and for the success of the evening. This was seconded by Mr John Parry, and carried unanimously. The Vicar briefly replied, and himself proposed a vote of thanks to the ladies who had so willingly helped him to make the evening such a success. The singing of the National Anthem brought to a close, a thoroughly successful evening, while all went away loud in their praise of the generosity and geniality of their Vbar.
CAPEL CURIG.
CAPEL CURIG. INQUEST.—Mr. Pentir Williams held an inquest on Friday, at the Post Office, Capel Curig, on the body of John Owens, of Llugwy-terrace. It was stated in evidence that the deceased was returning home about 9 p.m. on Friday, a thunder storm was raging at the time, and being startled by a flash of lightning he fell backwards over a mound on the roadside, striking his head against the wall. He was subsequently found by two friends in a semi-conscious condition and removed to his home. He recovered for a short time, but later he fell on the couch insensible and died at 3 a.m. on Satur- day without having regained consciousness. Dr. Huw Williams, Llanrwst, stated that in his opinion death was due to apoplexy brought about by the shock. A verdict in accordance with the medical evidence was returned.
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LLANRWST. PREACHERS.—The following will be the preachers for next Sunday — preachers for next Sunday: Parish Church: Rector. St. Mary's (Eng.): Rev. J. Hamer Lewis. Zion (C.M.): Rev. William Thomas. Scotland Street (C.M) Rev. Richard Rowlands. Horeb (W.) Rev. W. Lloyd Davies. Penmachno. St. James' (W.) (Eng.): Mr. Schofield, Colwyn Bay. Taberuacle (C.): Rev, W. Cynwyd Williams, Prayer Horeb (W.) Rev. W. Lloyd Davies. Penmachno. St. James' (W.) (Eng.): Mr. Schofield, Colwyn Bay. Taberuacle (C.): Rev, W. Cynwyd Williams, Prayer Meeting-. Ebenezer (Mission): Sunday School, 2 p.m. Mr. J. O. Jones. Penuel (B.): Student. Ebenezer (Mission): Sunday School, 2 p.m. Mr. J. o. Jones. Penuel (B.): Student. JUNIOR FOOTBALL.—An interesting match was played on Wednesday, when Llanrwst Na- tional School opposed Deganwy Church Choir on the Gwydyr ground. In the first half the advantage of playing at home told in favour of Llanrwst, and both Jones and W. Parry found the net for them. The second portion of the game was more even, the visitors scoring twice to their opponents' once. An enjoyable game ended in a win for the school by three goals to two. The referee was Mr. A. Carter. YOUNG MEN'S MEETING.—The Scotland- street C.M. young men's meeting was held on Sunday evening after the close of the service, and Mr. W. J. Williams occupied the chair, in the absence of Mr. Williams, Kind's Head, who is away\ undergoing an operation. A ipaper was read by Mr. David Williams on The best means to mature religious inclinations." Sever- al took part in the discussion, including the Rev. R. Williams, Towyn, who had occupied the pulpit. MART SALE.—On Thursday Messrs. Black- wall, Hayes, and Co. conducted a special sale at the Mart, Gae'rgraig, when 50 head of grand cattle, 50 Welsh mountain wethers, six useful cobs, and three mountain ponies, the propersy of Mr. William Pritchard, Jbryn Crug, Pen- machno, were offered for sale. Owing to the change in the weather, which made farmers busy with the corn, there was but a small at- tendance, but the prices realised were excellent, and a total clearance was effected. TABERNACLE LITERARY SOCIETY.—On Friday there was a miscellaneous entertainment and supper. The latter was presided over by the following young gentlemen members of the Society:—Messrs. L. M. Hughes, R. Berry, Rowland H. Williams, Arthur Owen, David Jones. Harry Williams, S. O. Davies, G. R. Jones, Ivy Ellis, William Owen, Howell James, and others. Songs were rendered by Mr. and Mrs T. M. Hughes Messrs R. Ellis, R. Mad- docks, and Mr J. Lloyd and party; duologue by Misses Enid and Beatrice Wynne a recitation by Mrs. John Lloyd. An interesting item was a competition for those over 40 years of age for 'best rendering of any hymn-tune. Four entered the competitive arena, but owing to insufficient merit the adjudicators withheld the handsome medal provided unjil an oth ecr meeting. The chair was occupied by Mr. David Jones, Anedd- le, and the accompanists were Miss Lily Roberta and Mr. Ivor Price Williams. The excellent programme was prepared by Messrs. William Hughes and Rowland H. Williams. SMALL HOLDINGS.—Mr William Williams, County School, presided over the meeting of the Mutual Improvement Society on Wednes- day, wthen Mr. C. T. Allard, solicitor, gave an address on The development of small holdings and the cultivation of tobacco in the British Isles." An interesting discussion followed, in which the following took part:—Messrs. R. Thomas, D. J. Williams, W. Hughes, J.P., T. H. Williams, Evan Jones W. H. Darbyshire, J. Rowltands, J. J. Lloyd, J. Hughes, W. Morris, G. R. Jones, Albert Hughes, W. H. Williams, and Tudor Williams. FAIR.—The November fair was held on Wednesday, but was not largely attended. Farmers complained of the lack of buyers, and only for the best of cattle was there any de- mand. DEATH.—We regret to record the death of Mr Owen Williams, "for ten years clerk in the employ of Messrs Robert & Rogers Jones, whicn occurred at his home, Tal y Waen, Penmachno, in. his 27th year. The funeral takes place to- day (Thursday) at the Parish Churchyard, Pen- machno. GEIRIOiNYDD DISTRICT COUNCIL.—A special meeting was held on Tuesday, presided over by the Rev. John Gower, for the purpose of further considering the tenders for the con- struction of the Dolwyddelen water scheme. It was finally decided to accept that of Messrs Evan Jones & Williams, Dolwyddelen, at ^2,150. RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL.—Mr John Davies presided on Wednesday. The following members were also present: Messrs John Ro- berts, J.P., John Davies (Gwytherin), ?W. Wil- liams, D. Jones, D. Owen, and O. Evans; to- gether with the Clerk (Mr T. Hughes), and the Surveyor (Mr Maurice Roberts).—Mr John Dav- ies (the. Vice-Chairman) was appointed as repre- sentative Governor on the University College of North Wales.—The Clerk reported the receipt of the giant of £100 Is. 3d. under the Agricultural Rating Act.—The Medical Officer of Health re- ported that, in conjunction with Mr Maurice Roberts, he had examined the dairies and cow- sheds in the district, which, on the whole, were satisfactory. FISHING.—The salmon fishing season closed on Saturday. Two catches were reported during the week, on Friday by Dr English, Victoria Hotel, weighing 1St lbs., and one on Saturday by Mr John, Bettws-y-Coed, weighing 17! lbs. Both fish were caught at the Well Pool. LOST HIS TEMPER.—John Wood, a tramp, of Newport, Mon, was on Friday brought before Messrs. O. lsgoed Jones and E. Jones Owen, charged with assaulting the Workhouse Master (Mr. Ed- ward Hughes). The complainant said he was admitted to the house on the previous evening, and about noon that day defendant had a dispute with one of the inmates, whom he assaulted, in consequence of which he (complainant) kept him under observation. Prisoner was wheeling stones from the cell to the heap, and witness having occa- sion to complain of the way in which he was doing his work, told him how to do it. Thereupou the prisoner threw the barrow on one side and jumped at witness, striking him a severe blow in the mouth, which cut his lips badly, and knocked him on to the ground. Witness got up and closed with defendant, and with assistance had the defen- dant moved to the cell. Defendant pleaded guilty, and stated that he lost his temper, and that the master had attacked and abused him The bench fined the prisoner 20s. and costs or one month. HOREB LITERARY SOCIETY. On Monday evenin he the Rev T. C. Roberts presiding, two excellent papers were read-by Mr Herbert Jones, Comet Stores, on the late Rev. John Evans, Eglwvsbach, and by Mr. Robert Roberts, Railway Terrace, on the late Rev. D. O. Jones. TEMPERANCE MEETING. A temperance meeting was held on Monday evening at the Tabernacle Chapel, the Rev T. C. Roberts pre- siding. Addresses were delivered by Mrs Vaughan Davies and the Rev H. Rees Davies, both of Car- narvon. Selections were sung by the children, conducted by Mr. W. G. Owen, Metropolitan Bank. THE LIBRARY FREE.—On Monday evening a meeting was held, Mr J. D. Jones, Gwydyr House, presiding, when it was decided to open the library on Tuesday evening as a free library.
MAENAN, LLANRWST.
MAENAN, LLANRWST. LECTURE.—Maenan Council School was well I filled on Friday evening, when a missionary lec- ture was delivered by the Rev. J. Wesley Hughes, Colwyn Bay. The lecturer was aided by a mag- nificent lantern, which was manipulated by Mr. I Caradoc Mills, and showed various places of inter- est in connection with the le-ture. Hearty votes of thanks were accorded the lecturer, Mr. Caradoc I Mills, and the chairman. The latter in reply referred to the loyalty of Maenan to the cause of the Foreign Mission Field, their collection each year being very creditable.
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BETTWS-Y-COED. WEATHER OBSERVATIONS AT BETTWS-Y-COED. For the week ending Saturday, Oct. 30th, 1909. Mean Maximum (in shade) 46 Mean Minimum (in shade) 35'5 Highest in shade 49 Lowest in shade 30 Maximum in the sun 104 Lowest on the grass 26 Bright sunshine 22'2 hours Mean amonnt of cloud 61 "4 per cent DR. HUGH WATSON Fox, Observer. IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION.-A meeting of the Improvement Association was held at the Girls' School on Wednesday evening, Mr. Pullan being in the chair. The accounts were read and showed a balance in hand of £ 8 odd. An enter- tainment has been decided upon to take place on the 23rd November, to further augment the funds. The secretary placed his resignation in their hands, and a new secretary will be appointed at the Council meeting. CHURCH LITERARY SOCIETY.-At a meet- ing on Tuesday evening, Mr. W. H. Roland pre- siding, the following officers were elected :— President, Mr. Roland Treasurer, Mr. W. E. Jones Secretary, Mr. Pryce Davies; with a Committee composed of Mrs. Albert Jones, Miss Hellier, Rpv. R. M. Jones, Dr. Fox, Messrs. B. Pullan, C. F. Davey, Jonathan Price, Challinor, Robt. Williams, John Taylor, W. H. Jones, and Jones, Post Office.
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TREFRIW. WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE UNION. The opening meeting was held on Friday evening at Peniel Vestry Room. Miss Jones, Pandy, presided. The meeting was opened by Miss Jones, Ty'rbont. Others who took part were Miss Humphreys (Glyn), Miss Jones and Miss Parry (Gorffwysfa), Lady Roberts' address was read out by the Secretary, Miss Evans (Wern). The following were elected officers: President, Miss Jones, Pandy; Treasurer, Miss Leah Williams, Hill Crest Secretary, Miss Evans. Wern. PREACHING MEETINGS. The annual preaching meetings in connection with Ebenezer Chapel were commenced on Tuesday evening, when an English sermon was preached by the Rev Edward Jones, Rhyl, and continued on Wednesday evening and throughout Thursday. The preachers were the Revs J. Williams, Pentre, and J. J. Wil- liams, Holyhead. CHRISTMAS EISTEDDFOD. — The young people of Peniel have launched the list of subjects for the Christmas Eisteddfod. The hon. secretary is Mr Robert Evans, Crafnant House. PENIEL LITERARY SOCIETY.-At the opening meeting, the address was delivered by the Pastor, the Rev. Evan Davies, who took as his subject, William Salesbury." The chairman was Mr. R. H. Williams.
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PENMACHNO. SALEM (C.M.) LITERARY SOCIETY.—This society was opened for the season on Friday even- ing, when the president, the Rev. T. J. James, delivered an address on "John Calvin." The chair was occupied by Mr. D. Lloyd Morris, Du- goed, the following taking part in the discussion :— Messrs. D. Williams, Chester House; Edwd. Jones, Penffrith and W. Griffith Evans, Bron Dderw. BETHANIA (W.).-At the above chapel on Monday evening the Rev. J. Wesley Hughes gave a lantern lecture, the Rev. W. Lloyd Davies occu- pying the chair. SILOH (W.) LITERARY MEETING. This meeting was held on Tuesday. Mr. Ellis Lewis, Peniarth, was the chairman, and the Rev. W. Lloyd Davies was conductor. The meeting was opened with a hymn-tune, and a solo was ren- dered by Miss Annie Thomas. A paper on Han- dell was read by Mr. Ellis Lewis, Gianaber solo, Pwy fel fy mam," by Mr. N. V. Edwards recita- tion by Miss Harriet Hughes. The meeting was also addressed by Messrs. T. Rowlands, S. Roberts, and the Chairman. OBITUARY.—On Tuesday Mr. R. W. Jones, Dolawen, Cwm, passed away, in his 57th year, after a very long illness, Although a native of Cwm, the deceased had spent many years in busi- ness in Manchester, but owing to illness he had to return to Cwm some two years ago. He was a very pious and religious man, and a faithful mem- ber of the Calvinistic Methodist church at Rhyd- ymeirch. He was interred on Saturday at the Salem Cemetery, Penmachno, the Rev. T. J. James officiating at the house and graveside.—On Mon- day afternoon Owen Williams, Talywaen, passed away quietly after about two months' illness. He was one of the most heartiest fellows that ever lived, and one of the kindest. The deceased had been in the employ of Messrs. R. and Rogers Jones, Llan- rwst, as clerk for ten years, and had won the affection of the firm and the general public. He was greatly respected by the farming fraternity. His age was 27 years. TEMPERANCE SUCCESS.-At the annual meetings of the North Carnarvonshire and Vale of Conway Temperance Association held at Conway yesterday (Wednesday), Miss Annie Evans, of Pen- machno, was awarded the first prize in the whole district of the Gwynedd Temperance Association in the recent Temperance Examination. As she was not present, the prize was handed to the Rev. W. Lloyd Davies, Penmachno.
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BLAENAU FESTINIOG TEMPERANCE.—A meeting at Jerusalem Schoolroom, on Saturday evening, was presided over by Mr John Roberts, Bethesda, when sev- eral songs and recitations were rendered, and addresses were delivered by the Revs. J. Rhyd- wen Parry, and E. Cefni Jones. FAREWELL MEETING. The farewell meeting to the Rev. D. Hoskins, M.A., was held at Bethesda Chapel on Thursday evening, presided over by the veteran Robert Jones, Caedu. Mr. Hoskins was presented with a beautiful roll-top oak desk, and Mrs Hoskins with a Bible and a .silver tray. APPOINTMENT.—Mr Meredith Davies hav- ing resigned, Mr Owen Thomas has been ap- pointed bailiff in connection with the County Court. THE QUARRYMEN'S UNION.—A welUat- tended meeting was held at the Town Hall, on Thursday evening, the principal speaker being the Rev. Rhys J. Huws, of Bethesda, who de- livered a powerful and impressive speech. THE WOMEN'S LIBERAL ASSOCIATION. —It is announced that Mrs Lloyd George and Mrs Freeman. will address a meeting at Blaen- au, in the course of _a few weeks. IXARLECTI CASTLE FESTIVAL.—We are pleased' to learn that our popular townsman, Mr H. Ariander Hughes, manager of the local branch of the Metropolitan Bank, has been ap- pointed honorary treasurer to the above festival. By the way, Mr Hughes, at the end of the year, will take over his appointment as treasurer of the West Merionethshire C.M. Monthly Meet- ing. A MEMORIAL CROSS.-Last Sunday a beautiful brass cross was fixed on the table of the Church Hall, in memory of the late Miss Kathleen Hughes, eldest daughter of the Rev. and Mrs Hughes, Vicarage, who fell asleep January Isrt, Igog, at the early age of fifteen and a half years. The cross was subscribed for by members of the. English congregation. A PRETTY WEDDING.—At Maenofferen Chapel, on Friday last, the marriage was solem- nized of Mr William Evans, Elwy House, Holy- head, and Miss Lizzie Roberts, eldest daughter of Mr aid Mrs Robert Roberts, 42, High-street (Prudential superintendent). The officiating ministers were the Revs. R. R. Morris and Thomas Williams, of Holyhead.
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GYFFIN. SOAR WESLEYAN CHAPEL.—Services for next Sunday :-10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Mr. Edward Jones, Chester.
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LLANGERNYW. I GARNEDD CHAPEL.—On Thursday night, at the above chapel, a lecture was delivered, in his quaint and original manner, by the Rev. Isaac Jones, the veteran minister of Nantyglyn, on "The Parables of Aesop." The proceeds were in aid of the proposed chapel harmonium fund. DISTRICT MEETING.—The bi-monthly meet- ing of the C.M. churches of Cefn Coch, Garnedd, Gwytherin, Llangernyw and Pandy Tudur, was held at Pandy on Friday night. At the first meet- ing brethren were elected, on behalf of the local churches, on the various committees of the Vale of Conway Monthly Meeting. At the subsequent church meeting, the subject under discussion was The Religious Ordinances as means of Grace," opened by Mr. Elias Davies, Garnedd, and followed by Messrs. J. Jones, R. Williams, John Morris, E. Evans and Rev. E. J. Jones, B.A. AGRICULTURAL LECTURES.-By arrange- ment with the Bangor College authorities, lectures have been arrauged for, commencing this week, and to be given alternately at Llangernyw and Llan- ddewi, during the present month by Mr. W. Hop- kins, M.A., dealing with The Rearing and Breeding of Poultry." LITERARY.—The programmes of the literary meetings of Cefn Coch and Llangernyw C.M. chapels have already been issued, and contain some worthy items.
EGLWYSBACH.
EGLWYSBACH. HARVEST FESTIVAL.—Last Wednesday, Thanksgiving Services were held at St. Martin's Church. The Vicar of Llangystenyn preached in English at the afternoon meeting, and the Rev. Mr. Davies, Minera, officiated in Welsh in the evening. The lessons were read by the Rev. H. L. Davies, Vicar, and his brother. The church was beautifully decorated for the occasion, and the meetings were well attended. AN APPEAL.—At the close of the united prayer meeting held at Ebenezer Chapel, on Mon- day night, Mr. Roger Hughes and the Rev. Gwilym Roberts appealed earnestly to the young people present to join the night classes that are held at the schools during the winter months. Abergele Sparks. Does the Abergele Parish Council justify it existence? If doing practically nothing mean justification, then the answer is assuredly in the affirmative. Abergele can boast of several parish councillors who can lick creation in the art of not spending money. Their one and only aim in life is saving money. Money is the alpha and omega of their religion and existence. Money is their god. Badly needed improvements in the district is anathema to them. Our beautiful rural walks and paths may become impenetrable jungles as far as they are concerned, and if it were not for the clerk and two or three progressive members of this august body, we should certainly be in a sorry plight. What is really wanted is a bill passed in Parlia- ment prohibiting farmers from being members of any public body in the land Their talents should be restricted to the cultivation of turnips, hay, and corn. As a recreation, they should be allowed to sit on horse, cattle, poultry, and dog shows com- mittee. The majority of farmers are spokes in the wheels of progress when they are elected on any public body to represent the ratepayers. I could fill a column with a list of their names and their greedy principles. There is a footpath leading from St. George's- road through three of the Tandderwen fields, past Plas Isa', and right on to what is known as Cae'r- afon. Until lately a child or a lady could climb over the stiles in the fields named with ease; but at present it is quite an acrobatic feat to clear the obstacles that have been placed on these stiles. I know of no one that can shed bitter tears of remorse better than our old friend Lloyd Newton. Poor old Lloyd has a way of his own. He can break his own heart in two shakes of an elephant's tail. He did it on Monday morning, when he was brought up in custody before Mr. J. Duncan Miller and Mr J. T. Millward, charged on a warrant with having as. far back as April last threatened his mother and brother-in-law (Mr H. P. Williams) with violence. Since then Newton has been tour- ing the country, but on Monday morning he walked up to the Police Station and gave himself up to the police. He had the whole court all to himself. He stood in the dock the very personification of the prodigal son. He wept. That was enough. His mother wouldn't press the charge, and his brother-in-law told the bench that he was now not afraid of Lloyd. Result: Lloyd leaves the court a free man. Outside he was as happy as a lark. He had left all his tears in the court-room for Sergeant Jones-Rees to mop up. SEARCHLIGHT.
A London Turf Celebrity.
A London Turf Celebrity. In this great metropolis are all sorts aina conditions of men," and among the many of reputation the Pay by Result man must not be overlooked. Sportsmen should not be gulled into, paying exorbitant prices for methods apd telegrams. Mr. Tom Atherton, who is well acquainted with many leading successful habi- tual racegoers, not pretending to send winners every day, will be glad to correspond with hon- ourable sportsmen who will recognise his ~ro- fitable services by paying on results. To be terse, NO WIN, NO PAY. I shall have a real good thing next Wednesday at a nice price. Write promptly to TOM ATHERTON, 18, Hogarth- road, Earl's Court, London. 8I8IC
To Meet Mr. Asquith.
To Meet Mr. Asquith. SIR CHARLES AND LADY McLAREN'S RECEPTION. A largely attended reception was given on Friday night by Sir Charles McLaren, M.P., and Lady "McLaren at their house in B elerave square, To meet the Prime Minister." The Premier, with Lady McLaren, stood at the head of the staircase and welcomed the guests, who included yearly every member of the Government, a large number of Liberal M.P.s and their wives, as well as many Liberal candidates for Parliament and officials connected with the Liberal party. The reception rooms were charmingly decor- ated with flowers and ferns, while a small or- chestra played during the evening, and refresh- merits were served in the dining-room. Pirior to the reception Sir Charles and Lady McLaren entertained the following guests to dinner: The Prime Minister, Mrs and Miss As- quith, the Countess, of Clonmell, Viscount Al- thorp, Mr and Mrs Lloyd George, Mr and Mrs Augustine Birrell, Mr and Mrs Lewis Harcourt, Jr Winston Churchill, Sir Henry Norman Sir Robert and Lady Chalmers, Mrs C. Hobhouse, Mr and Mrs John Fuller, Mr Henry McLaren, and Mr Francis McLaren.
Remembrance.
Remembrance. When Autumn leaves are falling to the ground, And shallows fall across a sullen sea, Sweet mem'ries wake to light the happy past. My voice breaks forth and calls again for thee. When chill winds blow across the rocky shore, Cold as the waters dashing over and over Methink I hear the tread of silent steps Of one beloved, too well—upon the shore. When every flower is dead and nature sleeps. And swallows take their flight o'er land and sea, 'Tis then the long ago seem to appear, And oae dear voice will speak again to me, When down beside the sea I wander oft, My eyes gaze sadly on the silvr'y 'spray. The thoughts arise within my weary heart, God pity him wh weeps for yesterday. GWYNETH IRELAND FURNISS
Arfon Temperance Association.
Arfon Temperance Association. MEETINGS AT CONWAY. The anmutal meetings of the Arfon and Vale of Conway Temperance Association were held at Conway on Tuesday and yesterday (Wednes- day). The events of Tuesday included a child- ren's meeting, at which Miss Jones, Penygroes, presided, and an address was given by Llew Tegid, and a public meeting in the Methodist Chapel, at which Dr. W. Carter presided, itnd the speakers were the Rev. T. Shankland (Welsh Librarian at the Bangor University College), the Rev. Ishmael Evans, and Miss Prichard, the Secretary of the North Wales Women's Temper- ance Union. Temperance meetings were held at Penmaenmawr, Llanibedr, Roe Wen, Llan- rwst, Deganwy, and Glan Conway in connec- tion with the Cymanfa. On Wednesday morning the annual Confer- ence was begun in the Welsh Congregational Chapel, when there were present crep;resentatives from most districts in North Carnarvonshire. The Rev. W. Edwards, Baptist minister, Con- way, the President, occupied the chair. The Rev. Ellis Jones read the report of the executive committee, who pointed out that this was the third Conference of the Association in Conway. The first was in 1 Sg2, just about 18 years ago, and that was the time when the at- tack was commenced upon the enemy of the human crace-strong drink. At that time Mr David Lloyd George—(applause)—came out, and now big Cardiff had got her eye on "our David." Eighteen years ago Mr Lloyd George wanted1 us," said the report; now we want him." (Applause.) There was a feeling amongst the members that there was still great, need for reductions in the number of licences in the county, and great enthusiasm in this cause prevailed at such pliaces as Conway, Bettws-y- Coed, and Trefriw. There was one case at Bet- tws-y-Coed lost to the sober party; it was taken to a higher court at Carnarvon, where they won the day. (Applause ) It was decided to compliment Mr J. D. Tones, solicitor, of Llan- rwst, for the way in which he worked in con- nection with the matter. It was desirable that the members of the Asisociation should continue to watch and work and report. He trusted this hint would be borne in mind in connection with the coming Brewster Sessions. After further discussion, Mr Owen W. Ro- berts moved that the report be adopted. The Rev. H. E. Tones suggested that an ap- peal should be made to the friends of temper- ance in the county for personal subscriptions. Mr Thomas) Jones, Conway, seconded the mo- tion, and the report was adopted. MR. LLOYD GEORGE'S SEAT. The President moved the following resolu- tion That this Conference, being reminded by the referenice in the Secretary's report, that a prominent part in the work of the Associa- tions eighteen years ago was taken by the now Right Honourable D. Lloyd George, Chancellor of the Exchequer, who commenced his public life as a temperance speaker, and who rendered valuable service to the cause of sobriety within the circle of our Cymanfa, wishes to take the opportunity to express its hope that the right hon. gentleman will not allow himself to be per- suaded to leave this constituency after so many years of happy co-working in the cause, for the big town of Cardiff." (Applause.) Dr. Griffith Evans seconded. In that Associa- tion they knew no politics, but they looked upon Mr Lloyd George as their temperance represen- tative. (Applause.) The resolution was carried unanimously. TEMPERANCE IN THE COURTS. Mr D. G. Davies, Befthesda, gave an address on Temperance and the Law Court." He said he did not believe that much good work for temperance was possible, as things were, in the law courts. He was not blaming the courts the blame rested upon the people themselves. The Justices of the Peace could not do much while the temperance people were asleep. Moreover, it was impossible for justice to be done while the office of magistrate was given as a political present. (Hear, hear.) They were all selected because they happened to be either good Liber- alls or good Tories. Having referred to statis- tics before him, Mr Davies mentioned two oases in which he believed the magistrates did not support the temperance cause as they might have done. These were the Newborough Arms, in the Vale of Conway, and the Liverpool Arms, in the town of Conway. The police bravely op- posed the renewal of these licences in the pub- lic interest, but the magistrates granted them. Here was an opportunity of reducing the num- ber of licences, which was not taken advantage of. The Conway people had done their work nobly; What had the magistrates done ? When the respected Vicar, three worthy Nonconform- ist ministers, some of the leading men of the town, the widows and orphans of drunkards, and the prayers of the churches all asked for the Liverpool Arms to be closed, but the magis- trates said, "No; it must go on." That ac- tion would have to be answered for at the day of Judgement. (Applause.) At the afternoon Conference the Rev. T. Gwynedd Roberts moved: "That this Confer- ence expresses its appreciation of the fair-mind- ed manner in which the Licensing Laws have been administered in some of the county magis- trates' courts declares its suprise, disappoint- ment, and sorrow at the action of the Conway magistrates, who, on July 5th, renewed a li- cence, although very strong evidence was ad- duced that the house was unnecessary." In support, the rev. gentleman said the resolu- tion referred chiefly to the action of the magis- trates at Conway, who in time gone by, had done more work for the temperance cause than aijjy other North Wales Bench. But latterly, to the temperance reformers' surprise, the majority of the Bench were not so faithful to sobriety as they had been previously. It was true that no charge could be brought agiainstt the public* house in question but at the same time, there was no one in Conway who were not in agree- ment that the house had done a-s much harm as any other house in the borough. On account of the death of th" late licensee, they had an opportunity to protest against the renewing of the licence, and this they did. The feeling throughout the town was most unanimous on the point that he had ever seen in Conway be- fore, and people living in the vicinity of the house, sober people and drunken people, were agreed that the house should be closed. The Church and Nonconformists were unanimous. The Vicar of Conway was the gentleman who gave the strongest evidence before the magis- trates to close the house. (Hear, hear.) He wciiId give them a fact, and that was, that some of the magistrates on the Bench who were in the minority desired him to call an indignation meeting, in the Town Hall to pass a resolution to condemn the decision of the magistrates. The proposition was seconded. The" Rev. T. Hughes, Bangor, asked that other towns should be included in the resolution as well as Conway, and this was agreed to. The proposition was then carried unani- mously. AFTERNOON MEETING. The afternoon meeting in Zion Chapel was very well attended. The Rev. W. Edwards (B) presided, and in the course of his opening ad- dress, referred in eulogistic terms to the sylla- bus recently brought out by the Board: of Edu- cation, by which children would be taught tem- perance in the day schools. Referring to Con- way, the speaker said that during the last ten years, seven licences had been done away with in the town, owing principally to the opposition of the local Temperance Association, who in- tended carrying out their work during the next ten years, if the borough was left without a public-house. Printed and Published by R. E. Jones & Bros.. at their Printing Works, The Quay, Conway. and Published at their Central Libary, 8. Station Road, Colwyn Bay.