The North Wales Weekly News

COLWYN BAY. FOR WEDDING STATIONERY.-Latest de- signs. Specimen Book sent to any address on ,application.-R. E. Jones & Bros., Weekly News Office, Colwyn Bay. THE LATEST and up-to-date Specimens of Ball and Dance Programmes may be seen at R. E. Jones & Bros., Weekly News Office, Colwyn Bay. HAVE YOU CHOSEN your private greeting cards? For, the choicest designs, from 2s. 6d. per dozen., go to R. E. Jones & Bros'. Weekly News Office, Colwyn Bay. N.B.—Sample books .sent to any address, on application. DIARIES FOR 1910 NOW READY. Choice seclection. (See advertisement.)—R. E. Jones & Bros., Weekly News Offices, Colwyn Bay. BETHLEHEM LITERARY SOCIETY.At Thursday's meeting, under the presidency of Mr O. L. Evans, West End Stores, a very interest- ing debate took place. The subject was, "Which exercises the greater influence on, society, talent or cha,r¡acter? Miss Amelia C. Ellis, Cynlas, opened the discussion with a comprehensive paper in favour of talent," to which Miss Oilys Owen, Highfield, replied with an equally excellent paper on character," and the matter was then left for open discussion. The follow- ing who took part were the Rev. T. M. Jones, Messrs. S. Owen, S. Jones, Thomas Owen, and J. G. Jones. On the question, being put to the vote, the majority was carried by 11 ch-aracteT." A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the two young ladies for opening the discussion in such an excellent manner. THE MARVELLOUS ANDRES.—The suc- cess which attended the performances given by Mr. and Mrs. Victor Andre at the Victoria Pier Pavilion last week as reported in our columns has encouraged the clever pair to. continue their entertainment throughout this week (excepting last night (Wednesday) The performances are such that one visit does not suffice, and there have been amongst the audiences a large num- ber who have paid repeated visits. The enter- tainment has a magnetic influence in drawing the public to the Temple of Fun and Mystery. There is a continual change in the programme, including the musical combination introducing harp, post horns, bugles, cornet, piano, violin, and songs and duets are given by the sisters Lynton (Grace, Winnie, and Edna). The lattei is a gifted soloist, far above the average, ^here is also a clever up-to-diate tableaux, Boy Scout." All the foregoing are extra to the Dream Visions of Mrs. Andre, and the con- juring and ventriloquial performances of Mr. Victor Andre. All who desire a capital two hours' entertainment should not fail to pay a visit. DEATH OF MRS. SUMMERS.-We deeply regret to record the death of Mrs. Sarah Eliza- beth Summers, wife of Mr. A. H. Summers, of Glen Bank, Old Colwyn (cashier at Messrs. Porter and Elcook's, Colwyn Bay), which sad event took place in. London on Saturday, at the age of 25 years. The greatest sympathy is felt with Mr. Summers, who was only married about eighteen months ago. THE RAILWAY MOTOR SERVICE.—The popularity of the railway motor service of the London and North-Western Railway Company between Llandudno. and Colwyn Bay is increas- ing, as is shown by the large number of pas- sengers who avail themselves of the opportunity of this easy and pleasant mode of travelling. Siome disappointment is, however, occasioned that the cars do not make Mochdire a place of call.. THE REV. SETH JOSHUA'S VISIT.—This popular evangelist will commence his week's mission, at the English Presbyterian Church on Sunday, and the services will be continued dur- ing the week. Mr. Joshua is very popular in. North Wales, and has a wonderful power ovet his congregations. RHIW C.M. LITERARY SOCIETY .—There was a good attendance (including many non- membears) at Thursday evening's meeting, when great amusement was created by an application by the Rhiw-road Company for a dramatic licence in respect of a proposed theatre, ihe justices were Messrs. R. Parry Jones arid J. Alun Jones. Mr. Hugh Owen (Oxford House) was the solicitor for the applicants, on whose behalf evidence was given by Messrs^ Hugh Rev berts (Douglas House) and H. Owen (Llys Powell). Mr. F. Griffiths was the opposing solicitor, his witnesses being M.essTs Fcancis Hughes and R. P. Bowen. The laughable pro- ceedings concluded by the magistrates adjourn- ing the inquiry for twelve months- ANNUAL PREACHING AT BETHLEHEM. —There was a large congregation at the Bethle- hem C.M. chapel on Tuesday evening, when the annual preaching meetings were commenced. The services were continued throughout yester- day (Wednesday). The preachers were the Rev. Dr. J. G. Moelwyn Hughes, M.A., Ph. Dd., oil .Aberteifi and the 'Rev. Thomas Charles Wil- liams, M.A., Meinai Bridge. SUMMERS AND WELSH—Mr. Harry Rey- nold has secured for reproduction on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, November 25th, 26th, and 27th, the famous glove fight between Summers and 'elsh for the light weight championship oi England, which is considered by experts the cleanest and neatest exhibition of boxing seen for many years. It should appeal particularly to Welshmen and all admirers of gallant little Wales. Everyone should make a special effort to see Welsh, the undefeated Taffy. This special series of pictures will of course be in addition to the usual, miscellaneous programme. .P BILLIARD MATCH.—The following mem- bers of the Colwyn Bay Constitutional Club have been selected to play against Colwyn at the club, on Friday:-Messrs Walter Groom, A Pol- litt, T. Thomas, C. H. Harding, T D. Roberts, and Sergeant Thomas. Reserves: Messrs J. T. Jones and H. Simkin. THE GULLS AT LLANDUDNO.—On Satur- day, the Colwyn Bay League football club will journey to Llandudno to meet the Llandudno Amateurs in the second round of the Coast Senior Cup, officially known, as the Amateui Cup. The Gulls hope to turn out a strong side, and in view of Llandudno's display against the; 'Varsity team on Saturday last, hope to achieve a victory. The Bayites will have a couple at least of Bangor Normal College players in their ranks, and a good game is anticipated. OXFORD LOCALS.—In the reports of the recent prize distribution in connection with the Colwyn Bay centre, the name was omitted of 'Harry D. Crompton, who succeeded in passing the First Division in the Junior section. The son of Mr John Crompton, Bryn Arthur, Victoria Park, he is a very promising pupil of Mr R. R. Phillips, Arvon House School, Colwyn Bay. STH BATT. R.W.F., "G" COMPANY.— Monday, 2i2inid November, recruits' training, 7.30 p.m. dress, optional. Wednesday, 24th, phy- sical training and recruits' training, 7 p.m. dress, drill order. Friday, 26th, Company and recruits' training, 7 p.m., dress, drill order. A. few smart youths are wanted as recruit by the above Company before the 31st December, as after that date no recruits will be taken only under very exceptional circumstances.—Signed, F. H. BORTHWICK, Second Lieutenant com- manding. THE APPRENTICESHIP SYSTEM.—At the Cafe Monico, London, on Wednesday evening of last week, the Incorporated Guild of Hair. dressers, Wigmakers, and Perfumers heard a lee- ture by'their solicitor, Mr W. J. Chamberlain, on Apprenticeships." Amongst those who took part in the discussion was Mr T. Barker, Colwyn Bay, whose speech is fully reported in The Hairdressers' Weekly Journal." Mr Barker warmly supported the propo'sed system of regis- tration of apprentices. He also bore testimony to the value of the Guild's certificate, which, ex- hibited in his saloon, was noticed b ymany cus- tomers, who obtained the idea that he was by his connection with the Guild a good workman. (!Hear, hear.) So the Guild nad an influence in the country quite outside its ordinary work. (Ciheers.) MUSICAL.—At lasit weeik's consent of the Ex- celsior Swimming Club, a most favourable im- pression was created by the singing of Edith Shield, whose name was inadvertently omitted from our report. CHURCH LADS' BRIGADE.—A splendid gymnastic display by the members of the Church Lads' Brigade was given, on Tuesday evening at the Church Room, under the inst-ructotrgh-ip 'of Captain W. H. Pricihard. The proceeds of the event are to provide carbines for the Brigade. CHURCH OF ENGLAND MEN'S SOCIETY. —On Thursday evening, at the Church Room, under the auspices of the above society, a lec- ture was delivered by the Rev. J. Evans Jones, Vicar of Dyserth, upon What men can do for the Churoh." The speaker took as an illustra- tion the history of the parish of Brymbo. The Vicar, Canon Hugh Roberts, and the Rev. H. Rees-Morris gave their experiences of Church activity in the parish of Brymbo. SOCIAL.-On Tuesday an enjoyable social evening was held in the lecture hall of the African Institute. The programme was ar- ranged by the ladies of the sewing class, which meets every Tuesday afternoon to make articles for the annual bazaar held in connection with the Institute. The artistes included Miss Florrie Walsh, pianoforte; Mr D. Llewelyn, Davies, songs; and the African students. Games were indulged in at intervals. EISTEDDFOD PAVILION.—At a meeting of many influential ratepayers held at the Council Chamber on Friday evening, the 12th inst., it was decided to ask the Rev. William Hughes, of the African Institute, to. convene a town's meeting, to be held in the Council Chamber, on Friday of this week, at eight p.m. The object in view will be to consider the advisability of erecting a permanent pavilion, for the holding of the National Eisteddfod of 19101 and otnej. purposes,. As this is a vital question for Col- wyn and district, Mr Hughes wishes us to invite all ratepayers interested to attend. HARDY BATHERS.—In spite of the bitterly cold weather we have been experiencing of late, a number of local swimming enthusiasts con- tinue to indulge in their favourite hobby, and any morning at an early hour some dozen bath- ers may be seen disporting themselves in tne icy water. A few days ago. an excellent photo- graphic group, with the Pier Pavilion as a back ground, appeared in the Daily Dispatch and the Daily Sketch." The photo was taken by Mr C. R. Chaplin, and portrayed Superintend- ent Thomas Ber-esford, Master Tom Beresford, P.O. William Jones, P.C. Joseph Jones, Mr D. Curtis, Mr Norman Curtis, Mr H. W. Curtis, Mr Oiwen Davies, and Mr H. Egerton Thomas. Strangely enough, the bathers do not, belong to any club, and so disrobe and attire themselves whilst fully exposed to the wintry blast.

LLANDDULAS. THE QUARRIES.—It is gratifying to, learn that there is a great improvement in trade at the Quarries. THE UNITED LITERARY SOCIETY. Much interest is being shown m the formation of this literary society, which embraces all grades of thought. The Rev. J. Thomas is the chairman, and the secretary is Mr J. R. Evans, manager of the Llanddulas Quarry Company. A strong .executive committee of twelve members has also been formed. What is now needed is the support of the influential people of the dis- trict.

BETTWS-Y-COED. WEATHER OBSERVATIONS AT BETTWS-Y-COED. For the week ending Saturday, Nov. 13th, igog. Mean Maximum (in shade) 48'1 Mean Minimum (in shade) ?.. 37'1 Highest in shade 52'6 Lowest in shade 27 0 Maximum in the sun 95'o Lowest on the grass 27 0 Bright sunshine 11*4 hi s. IS min. Mean amonnt of cloud 56*4 per cent. DR. HUGH WATSON Fox, Observer. MISSIONARY MEETING.—A missionary meet- ing was held at Bryn Mawr on Tuesday evening, Mr. John Jones, Tyn y Merddyn, presiding, when the prizes were delivered to children for collecting by Miss Laura Evans, Missioner from Silchar, who also delivered an interesting address. The follow- ing children received prizes:-Idris Lloyd Wil- liams, Machno Villa; Trevor Parry, Pendyffryn Lydia Williams, Pont y Pair Ceridwen Owen, Fronheulog; Ellis Williams, Penclogwyn; Ior- werth Thomas, Bryn Llewelyn Kate Jones, Glan'rafon; Albert Jones, Glan Llugwy John Carpenter, Pentre Du W. John Hughes, jun., Coed Cynerddail; Lily Davies, Blaenddol Sophia Davies, Glandwr; Ellis Jones, Pentre Du Farm. The total amount collected by the children was )CIO. LECTURE.—The committee of the Church Literary Society were fortunate in securing for their opening meeting the services of Miss Arnold to deliver a lecture. There was a full house, who gave the lecturer a hearty reception, her dis- course being listened to with rapt attention throughout. The subject was Dr. Arnold of Rugby," of whom Miss Arnold is a granddaughter, and therefore well able to speak of the subject. The chair was occupied by the president, Mr. Roland, who proposed hearty thanks to Miss Arnold. This was seconded by Dr. Fox and sup- ported by Dr. Homer. TEMPERANCE.—A meeting of the Women's Temperance Union was held on Thursday at Bryn Mawr schoolroom. The following officers were elected :—President, Mrs. Parry, Bryn Der- wen; vice-president, Mrs. Hughes, The Ferns treasurer, Mrs. Roberts, Pullan secretary, Miss Eccles, Tan-y-Marian; assistant secretary, Miss Edith Roberts, De Eresby House. SCHOLASTIC.—Mr. Alun Rawson Williams has just received his certificate of matriculation. Mr. J. Glynne Hughes, Bryn Tawel (who has been teacher at Capel Curig School for some time) has been removed to Dolwyddelen School.

TREFRIW. HARVEST THANKSGIVING. he harvest thanksgiving services, in connection with Ardda Chapel, were held on Friday. A prayer meeting was conducted in the afternoon, when the Revs. Evan Davies and Henry Jones, Trefriw, and Mr. R. T. Ellis were present. In the evening a sermon was preached by the Rev. W. E. Williams, Talybont. WHIST DRIVE.—A large number attended the whist drive on Tuesday evening at the Public Hall, the proceeds of which were in aid of the Library. The winners were:—Cup (temporary holder), Mrs. Pierce Evans; 1st prize for ladies, Miss Nellie Davies, Post Office 1st prize for gents, Mr. Slack.

LLANDDOGET. HARVEST FESTIVAL.—The harvest thanks- giving services in connection with Tan-y-Bryn Baptist Chapel were held on Thursday, and well attended.

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EGLWYSBACH. HARVEST FESTIVAL —Last Thursday, ser- vices of praise were held at the Bethania and Ebenezer chapels. The meetings at both places were well attended. LANTERN LECTURE.-On Friday night, the Rev J. Wesley Hughes, Colwyn Bay, as repre- sentative of the Wesleyan Foreign Mission Society, gave a lantern lecture at Ebenezer Chapel. The attendance was highly satisfactory, and all were pleased with the lecture and views.

COLWYN. FIRE.—At half past eleven on Tuesday night the Colwyn Bay Fire Brigade was summoned to Marathon House, adjoining the Sun Hotel, where a fire had broken out in the cellar. Be- fore the arrival of the Brigade, however, the flames had been extinguished, and it only re- mained for the firemen to overhaul the building to prevent the likelihood of another outbreak. PENLLYN'S SILVER WEDDING.—The handsome silver tea urn and silver fish eaters and carvers wlliich were presented to Mrs W. E. Jones, at the recent presentation to Penllyn, on the occasion of his silver wedding, were sup- plied by Messrs William Jones & Sons, jewel- lers, &c., Old Colwyn. "SHOUILD THE' HOUSE OF LORDS BE ABOLISHED?"'—A meeting of the Hebron C.M. literary and debating society was held on Mon- day evening in the schoolroom, under the presi- dency of the Rev. Lewis Williams. A debate was opened upon tihe question Should the House of Lords be abolished?" Mr Thomas Williams, Greenfield, and Mr George Jones, Pen- maen, opened in the affirmative. As the opener in the negative did not appear, the Chairman made a vigorous defence of the Gilded Cham- ber. He was supported by Miss Roberts and Miss Williams, Council School, and Mrs W. H. Jones. Mr Thomas Williams was supported on the other side by Mr. David Jones, Mr. Edward Parry, Grimsby House; Mr W. H. Jones, Mr Owen Jones, and Mr Charles Davies. Upon a vote being taken, a majority was in favour of the abolition of the House of Lords. THE LIFE OF MOSES.On Wednesday last a tea party was held at the Welsh Baptist chapel, and was very largely attended. The fol- lowing ladies presided at the tea tables —Mrs Frdimston, Mrs E. Davies, Mrs E. Roberts, Mrs W. Evans, Mrs H. Jones, Mrs Leah Jones ,Mrs R. Jones, Mrs J. Williams, Mrs Jeremiah Hughes, Miss N. Hughes, Miss M. Roberts, Miss C. J. Frimstoni, Miss G. Frimston, Miss M. Wil- liams, and Miss E. Hughes. il the evening a drama, entitled The Life of Moses," was per- formed for the fifth time at this place but al- though it has been so frequently performed, its popularity, instead of diminishing, has greatly increased. The edifice was crowded, many failing to gain admission. Many of the per- formers were very young; but owing to the ad- mirable training they received from their i-un. ductor, Mr William Jones, they all acted their parts without a mistake. Mr Treleaven Jones presided and made an appropriate speech. The following sang solos prior to the drama being given:-Miss Sallie Jones, Miss Cassy Davies, and Miss Claudia Jones. The following took part in the drama:—Pharaoh, M. E. Morris; Moses, E. R. Frimston; Aaron, Elias Roberts; Prime Minister, E. Roberts; Miriam Bessie Davies; Amran, John Roberts; Jochebed, Phoebe Jones servants, H. K. Jones, Elias Ro- ,s berts, Owen Parry; Siprah, Hannah Hughes; Puah, Claudia Jones; Hebrews, G. K. Jones, D. Davies, Llew. Davies, J. Owen; Pharaoh's daughter, Maggie Williams maidens, R. Dodd, 'C. Jones, H. Hughes, L. Hughes, A. Jones, M. Owen; Jethro, J. Owen; Sephorah and sis- ters, Cassy Davies, Lizzie Davies, S. Roberts, A. Foulkes, Nellie Davies, S. jones, E. Evans. Accompanist, H. M. Jones. Soloist, H. Lloyd. After the usual votes of thanks, the proceedings closed with the singing of the "Old Hundredth." TEMPERANCE SUNDAY.—Sunday was the day appointed by the Free Church Council for special reference being made to the subject of temperance at the various churches. At Hebron C.M. chapel, Deacon William Hughes delivered a very practical .address upon the subject. GOlRREiCTTOiN.—In our report of the presen- tation to the Rev.- and Mrs W. E. Jones last week an error has occurred. It was stated in- advertently that the venerable lady, Mrs Jones, wtho presented Mrs W. E. Jones with the silver uiTn, &c., was the wife of the chairman, Mr Thomas Jones, whereas Mrs Ellen Jones is the wddow of the late" Mr Edward Jones, and she lives at Maesllwyn, Prince's-road, Old Colwyn. We regret the error, and have pleasure in cor- rectinlg it. PREAOHIiNG AT PENMAENRHOS.—The annual preaching meetings in connection with the Bethel Welsh Congregational church, Pen- maenrhos, were commenced, on Monday night, when the Rev. J. R. Jones, of Henryd and Roe Wen, delivered a most powerful and effective sermon upon the text And He marvelled be- cause of their unbelief." The services were continued on Tuesday evening and all day yes- terday, the other preachers being Dr. Owen Evans, of Liverpool, and the Rev. Penar Griffiths.

LLYSFAEN. VISIT OF A FAMOUS REVIVALIST.—The Rev. R B. Jones, of South Wales, wlho took buofl a prominent part in the religious revival, has been preaching to crowded congregations at the 9 Baptist church during! the weex. OBTAINING GOODS BY FALSE PRE- TENiCES.-At the Colwyn Bay Police Court on Saturday morning, before Mr Henry Kneeshaw and other Justices, a respectable lookring girl named Mary Jane Jones, of No. 3, Bodrhyfedd- terraoe, in this place, was charged with having obtained goods by false pretences from the sihop of Mr T. F. Pugh, Conway-road, Colwyn Bay. -P.C. Rowlands, Llanddulas, proved arresting ,the defendant on warrant, when she denied all knowledge of the offence, and blamed another person,. However, the constable recovered the property, three ladies' coats, and the defendant, when formally charged by the constable, pleaded guilty, and retracted what she had said concerning another person, stating that she made the statement when arrested in a state of fear and excitement.—Mr Pugh identified the coats as his property, and Mrs Owen, Bronynant, in whose name the defendant had obtained the goods, stated that the accused was not author- ised by her to obtain the goods.—In reply to the Bench, P.C. Rowlands stated that the defendant had been leading a suspicious life but since the charge had been hanging over her head, she was leading quite a respectable life.—The Court ordered that the defendant should enter into her own recognisanoes in ^20 to be of good behaviour for a year, and placed her under the supervision of Mrs Thomas Lloyd, the proba- tion officer.—Her father consented to become surety in Cio for her good conduct during the probation period.

ABERGELE. VESTRY MEETING.—On Saturday evening a vestry meeting, convened by Mr. E. H. Millward, Clerk to the Parish Council, was held at the Justices' Room, for the purpose of considering whether consent be given to the Rural District Council to incur an expenditure of £220, in con- junction with the Urban Council, for the widen- ing of the entrance to the burial ground near tha Police Station. The following gentlemen were present:—Messrs. A. Foulkes (in the chair), J. Vaughan (Siamber Wen), J. Inglis, J. Edwards (Tanyfron), W. Williams (Ffynoniau), W. P. Morris, Stanley Millward, and E. Ellis (Berthtopic). The Clerk, in answer to Mr. Inglis, said the Joint Burial Committee could spend no money without the consent of the Parish Council. Nor could the latter do so without the consent of the Parish Meeting. Mr. J. Edwards moved that the meeting sanction the expenditure. Mr. Inglis seconded, and it was carried. WEDDING.—A very pretty wedding was sol- emnized at the Baptist chapel yesterday (Wed- nesday) morning, when Mr David Thomas, Peel- street, and Miss Mary Kyffin, Bryntirion-terrace, were united in the bonds of holy matrimony. The Rev. Thomas Roberts, Llanelian, officiated. The bridesmaid was Miss Jane Ellen Jones, Bryntirion, while Mr John Davies was entrusted with the duties of best man. The bride was dressed in a costume of brown cloth, with hat to match. The bridesmaid's dress was of dark grey, and she worei a white felt picture hat. I feel sure everyone in Abergele will wish Mr i and Mrs Thomas a very long lite of every happi- iUtess and prosperity.—SEARCHLIGHT.

LLANDUDNO. HEROISM.—On Thursday, a pleasing function took place at Walthamstow, when Mr. W. H. Hughes, of Ilford, brother to Mr. David Hughes, Victoria-street, Craigydon, was presented by the Vicar of St. James's, Walthamstow, with the Royal Humane Society's testimonial on vellum for res- cuing Eleanor Slate, aged nine, from drowning at Southend on July 6th. Mr. Hughes has been the recipient of many congratulations for his heroic act. THE DRINK.—At the Llandudno Police Court on Monday, before Dr. Dalton and other magis- trates, a charge of drunkenness preferred against Edward Jones, Alexandra-road, was dismissed on payment of costs, it being stated by the police that the defendant was making an effort to reform, and had done so for some time. For being drunk and disorderly in Mostyn-street on the 23rd Octo- ber, Ellis Atherton was fined 2s. 6d. and costs, and a charge of being drunk and refusing to quit the Stanley Hotel resulted ia Richard Owen, of Pen- rhynside, being ordered to pay 5s. and costs. LIVERPOOL'S LORD MAYOR.—The new Lord Mayor of the Second City in the Kingdom— Liverpool—Alderman W. H. Williams, is related to some Llandudno and Colwyn Bay residents, who are naturally proud of the high distinction bestowed upon him. COMPLIMENT TO THE WEEKLY NEWS." -Llandudno journalists appear to find the Weekly News of great assistance to them in compiling their newspapers. We appreciate the compliment, even though they do not acknowledge the source of some of their best local paragraphs. CONSTITUTIONAL CLUB WHIST DRIVE. —Close upon 150 persons assembled on Monday evening, at the Constitutional Club, to participate in a whist drive. Playing commenced at 8 p.m., and lasted until 11 p.m. The scene on the pre- mises was one of much animation and gaiety. The following were the winners. Ladies: I, Miss Nibiett; 2, Miss Thomas, Deganwy-street: conso- lation prize, Miss Jones. Gentlemen I, Mr. Llew- elyn Lloyd, Maypole Dairy 2, Mr. Wood, Hill- terrace consolation prize, Mr. W. Sewell, Craig- ydon. The event was a great success. The prizes were given by Mrs R. S. Chamberlain, Dr. Wood- house, and Mr G. Stones (Lockyer's Hotel). SEA ANGLER'S ASSOCIATION.—Yesterday (Wednesday) a competition was held in the bay, and a good number of members took part. The 'result will be given in our next issue. A hot-pot supper in connection with the Association is to be held at the Royal Hotel, to-morrow (Friday) even- ing. SALE OF WORK.—Yesterday (Wednesday) a sale of work was held at the Town Hall, in aid of the funds of the English Presbyterian Church, Llandudno Junction. The Rev. W. Phillips, M.A., Llandudno, presided, and the opening ceremony was undertaken by Councillor James McMaster, J.P., who delivered an appropriate speech. The stalls were neatly arranged and there was a brisk sale during the afternoon and evening. The lady presidents at the stalls where Mrs. W. H. Roberts, Brynymor; Mrs. W. S. Williams, Bron Egryn; Mrs. O. W. Roberts, Bodeuron; and Mrs. Ro- berts, Holly Bank. These ladies were assisted by about sixty willing helpers. Mr. David Jones. Llwynfryn, is chairman of the executive com- mittee, and Mr. O. W. Roberts, Bodeuron, secre- tary. HOT POT FUND.—Preparations are being made for the distribution once more of Christmas cheer to the deserving poor of the town. At a meeting of the committee recently held, Mr J. Kitts, of the Criterion Restaurant was elected chairman Inspector John Owen, Vice-chairman Mr Will Owen, Carnarvon House, treasurer and Mr R. Royle, secretary. WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE.-The visit of that highly-esteemed non-militant Suffragette, Lady Frances Balfour to the town last week, has been the means of giving a stimulus to the cause, and we understand there has been a considerable accession to the number of the members of the local branch. WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE CLUB.-On Mon- day evening a Women's Temperance Club was opened at Glen Dower, Madoc-street, and a good number of members were enrolled. The club is destined to become one of much use and a means of social intercourse amongst temperance devotees. SATURDAY'S AMATEUR CUP-TIE. The Llandudno Amateur Football Club will meet Colwyn Bay United on Saturday on the Council Field in the second round of the North Wales Coast Amateur Cup. These old rivals have met on many a previous occasion in this competition, and a good game should be witnessed. Colwyn Bay will, it is understood, have the assistance of a couple of players from Bangor Normal College, who have signed on for the Bayites. The referee is Mr T. A. Jones, Holywell, and the kick-off is fixed for 2.30 p.m. ST. PAULS LITERARY AND DEBATING SOCIETY.—At the weekly meeting of this Society held on Tuesday evening, Mr. A. G. Pugh, presided over a good attendance. The evening was delight- fully spent in dramatic reading from popular authors by the members. THE BOYS AND THE GRAPES.—At a Juvenile Police Court at Llandudno on Monday seven young schoolboys were charged with break- ing into a greenhouse in the grounds of Llwyn Onn School, on the Great Orme, and stealing grapes valued at a sovereign. Inspector Owen, who prosecuted, said it was not desired to press the case, but the boys were only brought up to prevent further depredations. Mr James Marks who appeared for the boys. said it was a sort of a wild freak on the part of the youngsters, and added that they had no criminal intent. The boys were bound over by the magistrates for six months, the parents to pay the costs. CONSTITUTIONAL COVIVIALITY.—There was a happy gathering of members at the Consti- tutioaial Club on Tuesday evening, the occa- < sioin being a smoking concert. Mr R. S. Cham- berlain presided. REHOBOTH LITERARY SOCIETY.—At Monday's meeting, the Rev. H. C. Lewis, B.A., B.D., pastor, presided. Three essays were pre- sented and gave much pleasure to the numerous attendance. Miss Dorkins gave a delightful paper upon that most lorvable of women, "Flor- ence Nightingale Miss Hughes, Marl House, by her excellent paper on Agnes Weston," in- creased the admiration of the society for the sailors' friend; and Miss Hughes (Buckingham House) gave a learned paper upon Frances Willard." All the essays displayed exceptional literarv gifts.

PENSARN, ABERGELE. Nos Iau diweddaf, yng nghapel M.C. Abergele, traddodwyd darlith boblogaidd ar "Yr Hynod Thomas John, Cilgeran," gan y Parch. J. E. Davies, Treffynnon. Dyddorol oedd desgrifiadau y dar- lithydd o Thomas John o ran ei ddyn oddiallan, fel efrydydd, ac fel pregethwr. Cafwyd gwledd o'r fath oreu. Llywyddwyd yn ddeheuig gan Mr. John Edwards, Fachell, Abergele, a chyfranodd yn sylweddol tuag at amcan y ddarlith, sef at yr achos Cymreig M.C. ym Mhensarn. Talwyd y diolchiadau arferol, ar gynygiad Mr. John Jones, Bodevion, a chefnogiad Mr. E. Anwyl, Pensarn.

HENRYD. THE SCHOOL QUESTION.—At a parisih meeting held at Henryd School, on the 20th of October, to consider the provision, of a school in Gyffin district, to relieve the overcrowding complained of by the Board of Education at the Church of England School at Gyffin, a poll was demanded on a proposal to build the said school at Groesffordd, Bodidda, as some con- tended that building the proposed school there would not answer the purpose of its erection, viz., the relieving of the overcrowding at Gyffin. The polling on the question took place _at Hen- ryd on Saturday and resulted at follows :-For its erection ,at Groesffordd, 17; against its erec- tion there, 25 majority against, 8. The pro- posal to have a school at Groesffordd was de- clared by the Returning Officer to be lost.—A VOTER.

LLANDUDNO JUNCTION. TEMPERANCE SUNDAY.-Special sermons on temperance were preached in the Pensarn C.M. Chapel on Sunday. A GENERAL DEBATING SOCIE lY.-There is no more worthy inhabitant of Llandudno Junc- tion than Mr Henry Nevitt. He takes an interest in all that appertains to the welfare of the Junc- tion, and is willing to assist in every good cause, particularly the advancement of young people in healthful literary pursuits. He is desirous of establishing a village debating society, and all persons interested are invited io send their names to him at Stanley Oak-terrace, at their earliest convenience, so that the season may be commenced without delay. THE LIBERAL ASSOCIATION.—Many mem- bers who joined this association some months ago are asking why are the officials so lethargic? No meeting has been called for months, and in view of the approaching general election, it behoves the association to show more signs of activity than are seen. BRITISH AND FOREIGN BIBLE SOCIETY. A meeting of the local branch of this society was held in the Arthur Jones Memorial Chapel, Broad- street, on Tuesday evening, when the Rev Peter Jones-Roberts, of Blaenau Festiniog, representing the parent institution, delivered an address upon the work of the society. The Rev Henry Jones, pastor of Pensarn C.M. Chapel, presided over a fair attendance. The work of the local branch was stated to be satisfactory. RATEPAYERS' ASSOCIATION.—The weekly meeting of the association was held on Monday evening. Mr Peter Gray, in the absence of the chairman, presided over a representative number of members. After some discussion it was decided to adjourn the question of advertising the Junction pending a more definite reply from the secretary of the North Wales Coast Advertising Board. It was unanimously resolved to select two candidates representing the association to contest seats on the Rural District Council next March. A communica- tion was read from Deputy-Chief Constable Rees, stating that he would take the necessary steps to comply with the wish of the association that the Junction should be better policed on Saturday nights. SOCIAL AT CAERSALEM C.M. CHAPEL.- A very successful social was held in the new Caer- salem Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Chapel on Tuesday evening. There were a large number of people present, and a most enjoyable evening was spent. The following ladies presided at the tables, which were daintily decorated:—Mrs Garmon Roberts, Mrs Davies, Derlwyn Mrs David Jones, Berwyn House Mrs Roberts, Gwylfa Mrs Lloyd, 1, Bryntirion-terrace Mrs Rowlands, Gladstone-terrace; Mrs Wm. Davies, Avallon- avenue, and Miss Jones, Gwylfa. The following ladies also assisted in the success of tfie event:— Miss Jones, Plas-y-Bryn Miss Griffith, Rhoslan Miss Jones, Bryntirion-terrace Miss Davies, Avallon-avenue; Miss Arvonia Davies, Miss Hughes, Manchester House Miss Fanny Jones, St. Margaret's-road; Mrs Jones, Rhosneath Mrs Roberts, Garreg Wen Mrs Jones, St. Margaret's- road, and Mrs Griffith, Broad-street. Musical items were given during the evening. The proceeds were in aid of the chapel funds. WELSH CONGREGATIONAL TEA A-N-D CONCERT.—The annual tea and concert in connection with the Arthur Jones Memorial Chapel, Broad-street, were held yesterday (Wednesday), and both events were gratifying successes. Tea was served in the afternoon in the schoolroom, which had been nicely arranged for the occasion. A large number sat down at the tables, which were presided over by the fol- lowing ladies —Mrs Jeremiah iritdhard, Vale View, assisted, by Miss C. Pritchard; Mrs Rich- ard Owen, Llys Itfor, and Miss Jones, Chester House; Mrs Thomas Hughes, Bryn Llys ,ana Mrs Robert Williams, Avallon-avenue; Mrs Hugh Jones, McKinlay-terraee, and Miss Ro- berts, The Anchorage; Miss Jones, Trefriw House, and Miss Jones, Glyn Marl; Mrs David Jones, Bodorgan House, and Mrs David Jones, Beecroft; Mrs Robert Davies, Hafod; Mrs W. Evans, Brickfield Mrs. Griffith Parry, Railway- terrace, and Mrs W. Jones, Penybont. Mrs R. Davies, Hafod, was president of the tea com- mittee; Mrs Robert Williams, Avallon-avenue, treasurer, and Mrs David Jones, Beecroft, sec- retary. Mr Jeremiah Pritchard, assisted by Mr Tom Hughes, Bryn Llys, attended to the water supply department. In the evening an excellent concert was held under the chairmanship of County. Councillor Hugh Owen, Isfryn, senior deacon of the church. There was a capital attendance. The following were the artistes — Mr Owen Jones, tenor, Ruthin Mrs Price and Miss Price, soprani, Llangefni; and Miss Wil- liams, Bethel, Carnarvon. Recitations were also given by Mr David Evans, Glan Conway, and Mr Morris, headmaster of the Council Schools, Llandudno Junction, whilst Madame Sallie Edwards-Bajigh, R.A.M., has the accom- panist and pianoforte soloist. The following stewards contributed towards the- success of the events:—Messrs T. M. Jones, Richard Owen, David Jones, Bodorgan House; Richard Ro- berts, John Williams, Griffith carry, and Hugh Jones. Mr Richard Parry, Gwynfa, was the en- ergetic secretary of the day's events, and de- serves much praise for his work.

GLAN CONWAY. NOW is the time to try Evan's Seidal Cream for chapped hands, redness and roughness of the skin. A Capital Remedy. Prepared by Ll. A. Evans, Old Post Office Drug Stores. SOCIALISM."—On Thursday evening in the National Schools, a particularly interesting address was delivered by the Vicar of Brynymaen, the Rev. R. Owen, M.A., upon Socialism." The Rector, the Rev. Griffith Williams, presided over a fair attendance. Speeches were also made upon the subject by Messrs Clayton, Ellison, Jenkinson. and J. Evans. The meeting was held under the aus- pices of the Young Men's Church Guild. A vote of thanks was passed to the lecturer for his address. THE CHORAL SOCIETY.—There is every reason to be gratified with the progress made by the United Choral Society, whose meetings are held weekly. The choir is busily rehearsing a work which will afford another musical treat to I the inhabitants when produced. THE BUDGET DISCUSSED.—A meeting of the Bryn Ebenezer Literary and Debating Society was held on Monday evening in the schoolroom of the chapel, when there was a discussion upon the all-absorbing political topic of the moment, the Budget. There was a crowded attendance when Mr. Evan Jones, Minafon, occupied the chair, and he fulfilled his duties to the satisfaction of al!. The opening speeches in support of the Budget were made by Mr. Hugh Thomas, and Mr. W. Roger Evans, Mr. A. Wynne Williams, a d Mr. Joshua Hughes spoke strongly against the Finance Bill. Other speeches were made full of political fire, by Mr. David Evans (Cartrefle); Mr. Davies, Mr. Roberts (Pentai), and Mr. Johil Davies (Glen- dower Buildings). The debate was considered one of the best held for years in the village, and it was significant that so many young men should be present, thus taking an interest in the politics of the country. Mr. Hugh Williams proposed a vote of thanks to the speakers, and the pastor of Bryn Ebenezer, the Rev. Robert Williams, M.A., in sec- onding, remarked that it was in a debating society, that the author of the Budget, Mr. Lloyd-George, first displayed his remarkable gifts of oratory.

DEGANWY. THE PROPERTY MARKET—Our readera? attention is invited to the freehold property sale to be held on Friday, November 26th, at the De- ganwy Castle Hotel, when Mr Matthew Ryaa will offer for sale by public auction Bç¡[1 Air and Maalor," on the main road between De- ganwy and Tywyn, overlooking the river and town of Conway. The sale is to. be held at 7.30 p.m. Messrs Chamberlain & Johnson are solici- tors to, the executors of the late Mrs. Hjamer,

LLANRWST. PREACHERS.—The following will be the preachers for next Sunday — Parish Church: Rev. J. Hamer Lewis. Rector. St. Mary's (Eng.): Rector. Rev. J. Hamer Lewis. Zion (C.M.): Rev. Lewis Williams, Old Colwyn. Scotland Street (C.M) Rev. H. M. Roberts, Rhvdiydan. Horeb (W.) Prayer Meeting, Rev. 1. C. Roberts, Colwyn Bay. St. james'(W.) (Eng.): Mr. 1. A. Laina, M.A., Colwyn Bav. Tabernacle (C.): Prayer Meeting. Student. Ebenezer (Mission): Sunday School, 2 p.m. Prayer Meeting. Penuel (B.): Rev. H. Parri Roberts, Bodedern. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.—" The Philosophy of Confucius" was discussed by the Mutual Improvement Society on Wednesday even- ing. Mr. Edward Hughes presided. The opening was in the hands of Mr. Thomas, National Schools, and subsequent speakers included Messrs. D. J. Williams, W. H. Williams, Evan Jones, William Williams, W. H. Darbishire, J. Tudor Williams, 1. 1. Lloyd, John Hughes, W. Rowlands, Albert Hughes, Walter Roberts, R. Thomas, R. G. Owen, Geo. R. Jones, T. H. Williams, Wm. Morris, and Ivor Roberts. Mr. Roberts, N. & S. W. Bank, was elected member. WEDDING.—At Zion Chapel, Llanrwst, on Saturday, the marriage took place of Mary Ellen, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lynch Jones, Ty'n Twll Bridge, and Thomas, son of the late Mr. Thomas Jones and of Mrs. Jones, Plas Tirion, both of Llanrwst. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Wm. Thomas. The bridesmaid was Miss Jones, Tan Lan (cousin of the bride), and the best man was Mr. Hugh Jones (brother of the bride- groom). BOUND FOR SOUTH AMERICA.—Mr. James O. Jones, Farm Cottage, left on Monday for Lon- don, where he joined the steamship Hurkistan for Georgetown, South America, where he takes up a position of manager in a sweet and mineral water manufactory. A large crowd of friends gathered at the station to see him off. "Jim," as he is popularly known, was always a favourite. TOWN HALL CLOCK.-At a meeting of the Council on Friday evening Mr. D. J. Williams drew attention to the bad state of the painting on the Town Hall clock. He stated that it was quite impossible to see the time otherwise than by the aid of a telescope, and he proposed that something be done to it. Mr. Albert Hughes seconded, and the matter was agreed to. DEATH.—It is with regret that we announce the death of Mr. Thomas Auralian Davies, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Bro Dawel, Watling- street, which occurred suddenly at Birmingham on Thursday last, in his 31st year. The deceased was assistant master at a school in Birmingham. The funeral took place on Tuesday at Lickey Church, Baint Green. The chief mourners in- cludad Mr. and Mrs., Davies (father and mother), Mr. L. J. Davies, Idwal Davies (brothers), and Mrs. Roberts (sister). ENTERTAINMENT.—An entertainment was held at the Church House on. Thursday evening, the proceeds of which were in aid of Mr. Hugh Parry, Ty Pant, who has been an invalid for a considerable time. The hall was crowded with an enthusiastic audience, presided over by the Rev. C. B. Griffith, Plas Cae'r Groes, who de- livered a most appropriate speech. The pro- gramme was sustained by "Ap Harri," assisted by Dewi Mai o Feirion. The latter caused much hilarity by his pennillion singing to the accom- paniment of the harp by Mr. Francis, the blind harpist. A song was also contributed by Mx. Charles Llewelyn, of London, in capital style. COUNTY SCHOOL GOVERNORS.—A meet. ing was held on Wednesday, Colonel Sandbach presiding. There were also present Mr W. J. Williams (Vice-Chairman), Revs. John Morgan and Williams Thomas, Mrs. Isgoed Jones, Miss Jones, Messrs. O. Isgoed Jones, W. G. Owen, E. Jones Owen, Hugh Owen, D. J. Williams, and W. H. Williams; with the Clerk ,Mr. Thomas Griffith. His year of office having ex- pired, Colonel Sandbach was re-elected Chair- man until, the annual meeting in January. The Clerk reported that the prize distribution would take place on the gth. or 10th of December, and the prizes would be distributed by Dr. William Williams, Bangor. It was resolved that the plans for the proposed addition to the school premises be signed as approved by the Govern- ors on the understanding that the Governors are prepared to meet the extra expenditure out of the income. It was further decided that applica- tion be made for money which was now invested in consols to meet that expenditure. TEMPERANCE SUNDAY.—Last Sunday was recognised throughout the places of worship as temperance Sunday. Appropriate sermons were delivered and the Sunday Schools were addressed. At Zion School the speakers were Messrs T. Rogers Jones, Evan Jones, and Fred Jones. At Horeb, the afternoon was taken up mainly by the children Meta Thomas, and Eirlys Williams, rendered solos; recitations were given by Jennie Davies and Tommy Davies; a duet was sung by Miss Gwen Williams and Mr Arthur Roberts whilst a party of children consisting of S. A. Roberts, Meta O. Thomas, May Roberts, Hilda M. Jones, Masters Samuel Tudor Hughes, Walter Thomas, Willie Owen, and J. R. Davies, rendered several pieces. The juvenile choir also rendered selections, and an address was delivered by Mr Robert Roberts, the superintendent. The Young People's Society at Scotland-street, also took temperance as the sub- ject of their meeting, and an address was delivered by Mr W. G. Owen in the afternoon, TABERNACLE LITERARY SOCIETY.—Mr Arthur Williams presided on Friday, the subject being Does the present form of religious services meet the requirements of the present age ? The affirmative should have been taken by Mrs J. O. Jones, Aneddle, but that lady was unable to be present owing to a bereavement in the family, and her place was taken by the Pastor (Rev W. Cynwyd Williams), the negative side was taken Mrs Thomas, and a keen discussion followed. HOREB LITERARY SOCIETY.-In a dis- cussion on Is belief necessary to a good life," the affirmative was argued by Mr Robert Roberts, Victoria House. Mr R. T. Roberts, Railway- terrace, took the negative side. Both the openers gave excellent papers, and an interesting dis- cussion followed. SPECIAL SALE.—The vicinity of Messrs Black- wall, Hayes & Co's Cae'r Graig Mart, on Tuesday last, had the appearance of a fair, so large was the crowd assembled on the occasion of Mr David Pierce, Dyffryn Aur's, annual sale. The entries comprised nearly 400 sheep, 45 head of cattle, a large number of pigs, and 10 cart colts. The prices were satisfactory throughout, and a total clearance was effected. The following were the prices:—Wether lambs, up to 11s. 6d. fat lambs, 14s. wethers, 16s. 3d. ewe lambs, 10s. ewes, 16s.; pigs (suckers), 25s.; in-pig sows, f6 in-calf cows and cows with calf at foot, £17; calving heifers, Ci5 barren heifers, £ 8 cart colts, £ 14. A TRIP TO ERIN.—" A Trip to Beautiful Erin was the title of a lantern lecture given at the Concert Hall on Friday evening, by Mr Stuart Scott, of Manchester, who is giving a series of lectures under the directions of the London and North Western Railway Company. The lecture was organised by the Tradesme i's Association, and the hall was crowded. Mr. Scott was introduced by Mr. Darbyshire. A couple of songs were cap- ably rendered by Mrs. Scott; indeed, it was with some difficulty that the audience were denied an encore to the Dear Old Home." The accompanist was Mr. A. Morly Jones, and the lanternist was Mr. Caradog Mills. Much credit is due to Mr. David Jones, the secretary of the Tradesmen's Association, for the able manner in which the arrangements were made.

CAPEL CURIG. PARISH COUNCIL.—A meeting was held on Tuesday, Mr John Griffith, presiding. There was also present Messrs Rhys Hughes, John Morris, Thomas H. Hughes, Griffith Roberts, and J. R. Hughes; with the Clerk (Mr R. E.Thomas). Certain steps were adopted regarding the footpath in dis- pute, situated between Dolbryn Stepping Stones and Tan y Garth Chapel.