The North Wales Weekly News

BETTWS-Y-COED. WEATHER OBSERVATIONS AT BETTWS-Y-COED. For the week ending Saturday, Jan. 29th, :gio. Mean Maximum (in shade) 40 Mean Minimum (in shade) a8 i Highest in shade 4. Lowest in shade i» Maximum in sun g! Lowest on the grass. ^6 Bright sunshine hr. Mean amonnt of cloud cent DR. HUGH WATSO, FOX. ibser\"er. CHURCH LITERARY SOCIETY.One at the most successful meetings in connection with the Society was held on Thursday evening; pre- sided orver by Mr. Pullan, when an address was delivered by Mr. C. F. Davey, Ty'nycoed, on The Folly of Disarmament." Others who took part were the Vicar, Dr. Fox, Mr. Rolands, and Mr. W. E. Jones. A CONCERT was held at the Girls school on Saturday night in aid of the local football club. Mr. F. Davey presided, and Miss H. R. Wil- liams acted as accompanist. Solos were rendered by Llinüs Elsie, Mr. Felix Davies, Mr. D. Hughes. Mrs. A. H. Davios, Mrs. Phillips, and Mrs. Davies. Duets by Mrs. Phillips and Mr. Hughes and Messrs. Felix Davies and D. Hughes. Afterwards a farce was well enacted, the characters being represented by Misses H. WiLhams, E. Jones, S. Davies, and Messrs. James Owen, J. Glynne Hughes, and A. N. Other.

GLAN CONWAY. THE STATION.—Great interest is taken in the prospects of the Railway Company erecting a new station for GLan Conway. In con- sequence of the rapid growth of the village and the number of visitors who stay in the place during the summer months, it is becoming al- most a necessity to have more station accom- modation.

LLANDDULAS. OBITUARY.-—We regret to announce the death of Mr. Robert Jones, of Gadla-s, LlancLdu- las, on Tuesday week. Deceased, who was in his seventy-fourth year, had been 111 an indiffer. ent state of health for some time. He was a quiet, kind-hearted man, and had lived in the village all his life. He will be greatly missed by a large circle of friends and relatives. The funeral took place on Friday at Llanddulas, the service being taken by the Rev. J. W. Thomas, M.A. In spite of a violent storm, a large at- tendance assembled at the graveside. The chief mourners were Mrs. Elizabeth Jones, widow of the deceased, Messrs. Abel, John, and David Jones (bandmaster of the Llanddulas Silver Band), sons Mrs. Evans and Mrs. Pritchard, Abergele, daughters; Acting-Sergeant Robert Williams (Salford Police) and Mr. David Wil- liams (bandmaster of the Conway Band), nephews Mr. David Hughes, The Lodge, and Mr. John Hughes, Penmaen, brothers-in-law. Mrs. Poole, daughter of the deceased, was away in America, and so unable to attend. Numerous wreaths were sent, and locally much sympathy is felt with the family in their sad bereavement.

LLAFAIRTALHAIARN. OBITUARY.—We regret to announce the death of Mr. Robert Hughes, Henllys Farm, Llanfairtalhaiarn, which took place, in his 86th year, on Saturday morning. Mr. Hughes was known throughout the country as one of the best breeders of fat stock in the whole of North Wales. The funeral took place yesterday (Wednesday). The deceased gentleman leaves an only daughter and two sons to mourR his loss.- Searclil i,-Ii t.

TALYBONT. ENTERTAINMENT.-—A very enjoyable en- tertainment was held at the C.M. Chapel Ves- terta.rnment wa.oj held at the C.M. (hapcl. \es. try on Saturday evening, though, owing to the inclemency of the weather, the audience was not so large as might be expected. The chair was occupied by Mr. E. Foulkes Evans, Castle House, who kept the audience in remarkably good humour throughout. The following were the prize-winners:—Miss Lily Peris Owen, Ty'nterfyn F. Gwilym Griffiths, Brynhelyg; Aneurin Davies, Ysgoldy; Willie Hughes, Blaen-ddol; Mr. Jonathan Hughes, Tanyffordd while Mr. Owen Jones, CasteJI, and Miss L. P. Owen gave very good solos. Mr. Tim. Evan6, Llanbedr, adjudictaed the singing. The prize books were presented by the Rev. W. E. Wil- liams and Mr. H. Davies. It is intended to hold these entertainments every fortnight, the proceeds to go to the fund of the bazaar, which is to be held next August. ALUMINIUM WORKS.—Great hopes are held that these works will be very shortly re- started, the works of the same Company in Newcastle having been started last week, and the directors are expected to visit the Dolgar- rog works in the course of a few days. READING ROOM.—The annual meeting of the subscribers of this institution was held on Tuesday evening, the Rev. W. E. Williams presiding. The following were elected to serve on the oornmittee for the ensuing year:—Rev. W. E. Williams, Bryn Awel; Rev. R. Williams, B.A., Rectory; Rev. D. P. Hopkins, Llanbedr Mr. W. O. Robert. PIas Dulyn: Mr. E. Griffith, Bryn Pair; Mr. E. A. Evans, Ty'nddol Mr. Willie Jones, GLan dulyn.; Mr. J. Gethin Jones, Bodgethin, and Mr. II. Davies, Council school.

WREXHAM. TRADESMAN FINED.—On Monday, at the Wrexham Borough Police Court, George Jones, greengrocer, 17, Yorke-street, was stin-anoned at the instance of Mr. Noah Price, inspector of weights and measures, for having an. unjust scales in his shop. The Inspector said the scales were slightly over an ounce against the cus- tomer. The magistrates inflicted a fine of £1 and costs.

Denbighshire Assizes. LLANRWST PROPERTY DISPUTE. At the Denbighshire Assizes, on Monday, Mr. Justice Pickford and a jury heard a complicated action arising from a family dispute over a will. The plaintiff was Robert Owen, Hendre, Gwytherin: and the defendant Hugh Owen, HendTe Bach, Gwytherin, in the Llanrwst diSlt- trict, and uncle of the plaintiff. Mr. Ellis Griffith, M.P., and Mr. R. M. Mont- gomery (instructed by Ir. A. O. Evans, Den- bigh), appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. R. A. Griffith (instructed by Messrs. R. O. Jones and Davies, Festiniog), for the defendant. The dispute was in respect of land devised under the will of David Owen, the grandfather of the plaintiff and the father of the defendant, who was one of his trustees. The plaintifi claimed as his property twenty acres of land under the provisions of the will. A previous .action was tried at the Summer Assizes, when Robert Owen, a brother of the defendant, was himself the defendant, and against whom the present plaintiff recovered judgment. The contention of the plaintiff was that the j boundary of the two places known as Hendre and Hendre bach was clearly defined bv a stream, and that if the defendant's contention was right all the best land would be taken awav from him, and would go to IIendre Bach, leaving nothing but upland for Hendre. It was pre]xx>tercus to say that a farm with a farm- house, buildings, and outbuildings of the size of Hendre would be a farm, at all without the meadow land now claimed, and that on the face of it such land should belong to Hendre. Mr. J. R. Williams, a county magistrate, of Llangerniew, said the 20 acres in dispute was the best land in the parish of Gwytherin. The defence set un was that a portion of the land which was claimed bv Hendre really be- longed to Hendre Bach, and that the latter was I the summer residence of people who lived dur- ing the winter at Hendre. With respect to the claim for mean profit, the plaintiff alleged that for three years he was kept out of the benefit of the 20 acres, valued at £2 per acre per annum, and that he was therefore entitled to £40 a year. The jury after a short deliberation found for the plaintiff, giving him possession of the dis- puted land and £75 damages in respect of the loss of mean profit. I

The Thunderstorm in the I Vale of Conway. I CHILD'S REMARKABLE ESCAPE. I MIRACULOUS INCIDENT AT NEBO. A Vale of Conway correspondent writes:- A sharp thunderstorm passed over the village of Nebo on Saturday morning. At Bryn Esgob farm the lightning entered the cow shed and killed a cow. Passing upwards, it struck the chimney stack, which it completely demolished, afterwards entering a bedroom, in which a little child was asleep, finding an outlet by the roof part of which was blown away. J The child was badly singed by the heat, but i sustained no other injury. It is nothing short I of a miracle that its life was spared.

I Chester Historical Pageant Notes. I INTRODUCTORY. Interest has been aroused throughout Britain, II and has extended to America, by the announce- ment that an Historical Pageant will be held in the ancient and renowned city of Chester. Few cities possess the charm of antiquity and the picturesque associations of Chester. None is better adapted for a Pageant, and few have such a long and varied history from which to choose episodes, at once illuminating and entertaining. Chester traces its origin back to a very remote period, and it has been occupied in turn by Romans, Britons, Saxons, and Danes. It has links with all the ancients and it is the only city in England that still possesses its Walls perfect in their entire circuit. No wonder enthusiasm is being kindled throughout the kingdom in the representation of the city's glorious past. The dates selected for the holding of.the Pageant are July 18th to 23rd, 1910. Until the first-named day we have made arrangements to keep our readers in touch with all the developments of the forthcoming Pageant, and articles will be pub- lished periodically dealing with the subject from many points of view. INFLUENTIAL SUPPORT. Success already is assured the Pageant. Royal patronage has been obtained, and the leading families of Chester, Cheshire, North Wrales, and other districts, with the Duke and Duchess of Westminster at their head, have identified and busied themselves with the project. An ex- perienced Master has been secured in Mr. George P. Hawtrey, who was associated with the Glou- cestershire and Cardiff Pageants, and capable managers in Messrs. Baring Bros., long familiar with all that makes for the success of Pageantry. Much trouble and patient work has resulted in the selection of eight episodes in every way attractive, and creditable also to Chester's unique past. THE EPISODES. The episodes will be as follows :— 1. Agricola returns to Deva after defeating the Ordovices, A.D. 78. II. King Edgar, on his Imperial progress, with Queen Elfrida, receives the homage of Tributary Princes, A.D. 973. III. Hugh Lupus, with St. Anselm, founds the Abbey of St. Werburgh, A.D. 1093. IV. Archbishop Baldwin preaches the Cru- sade at Chester, A.D. 1189. V. Prince Edward, first Royal Earl of Ches- ter, and Princess Eleanor visit Chester, A.D. 1256. VI. Richard II. is brought a prisoner to Ches- ter by Henry Bolinbroke, A.D. 1399. VII. King James 1. visits Chester. Intro- ducing the Midsummer Revels, A.D. 1617. VIII. Siege of Chester. Visit of King Charles. A.D. 1645. Grand Tableau and March Past. A BEAUTIFUL SITE. Thanks to the generosity of His Grace the Duke of Westminster, an ideal site has been secured. It is situated in the famous Eaton Park, and lies alongside one of the main drives to Eaton Hall, within a few minutes' walk of the tram route. There will be no fewer than 3,000 performers. The Band of the Royal Marines, of some 40 performers, has been engaged. A covered auditorium will accommodate 4,000 spectators.

Llanfairfechan Urban District Council. THE COUNCIL AND THE RECREATION GROUND. Mr. T. J. Owen presided at the monthly meet- ing of the above Council on Tuesday night, the other members present being Messrs. R. C. Evans, Robert Hughes, H. Jorss, L. D. Jones, J. R. Wil- liams, Evan Jones, and Peter Williams with the Clerk (Mr. W. H. Ellis), the Surveyor (Mr. T. Hughes), and the Rate Collector (Mr. Morgan). 0 THE RECREATION GROUND. In reply to the application of the Council for a portion of the Recreation Ground for the pur- pose of allowing children to play football, Dr. Bailey, the medical superintendent, wrote that he would lay the letter before the Committee of the Hospital, but he thought it better to warn them that he doubted very much whether they would agree to the proposal. In the first place, if the playing of football by the young people was such a nuisance to the occupiers of the lodg- ing houses on the front, surely the same ubjec- tion would apply if they played on the ground adjoining Morannedd, and the houses occupied by Messrs. Jones and Wood. Their only reason for objecting to football and hockey was that it was such a nuisance to the tenants of the houses in the vicinity, as there was always a large crowd and a rowdy element connected with such games. The idea of the Governors in granting the land as a recreation ground was that it would be laid out for croquet, bowls, lawn tennis, and other such games which would attract a good class of visitors to the town. He was sure the Council would see that the Governors had wished to assist in providing amusements for the people of Llanfairfechan. Part of the Park had already been let for hockey and football on certain con- ditions, and he was glad to find that they were strictly carried out by the officials connected with the games. Another letter was read from the solicitors of the Governors, in which they stated that the application and the reply of Dr. Bailey was laid before the Governors, and the reply of Dr. Bailey approved, and they had instructed them to point out that they considered it was quite time that the land in question was laid out as an orna- mental ground, as their clients and the Council intended when the lease was granted. The Clerk said the Governors felt strongly that it was time the Council should do something to the ground. From a conversation he had had with Dr. Bailey and Dr. Archdale, they were under the impression that the Council would lay out the ground something like the Victoria Gar- dens, not all at once, but from time to time. Mr. Jorss It will want levelling first of all. The Chairman remarked that the Council were constantly shelving this matter, and it was only right that something should be done before the summer. Mr. L. D. Jones said rhe Council ought to de- cide what to do, but when to when to commence the work was another thing, because they had no money. Several propositions were submitted, but that proposed by Mr. Peter Williams, to refer the letters to the Highways Committee, was carried. COLLECTIONS. The Collector reported that up to the 28th January he had collected ^44 9s. 4d. in respect of the General District Rate, £48 10s. IOd. in re- spect of water rentals, and £10 15s. 3d. from other sources, making a total of /103 15s. 5d.

Wounds that Cause Blood Poisoning. When cuts, burns, scalds, wounds, boils, pimples, whitlows, and such troubles arise, thev should immediately be treated with" Marabaz," the wonderful preparation prepared from a recipe held in the possession af a well-knawn private family for over 75 years. Marabaz," the marvellous poultice-ointment, not only heals all wounds and troubles such as are described above, but actually is supreme in pre- venting the spread of blood poisoning through the system. Wherever poisonous matter is present, it will draw out of the wound and leave the flesh in a perfectly healthy condition with the skin quite healed. Marabaz is obtainable of all Chemists, in tin boxes, is. I' j, and 26. gd., c.r direct from the i Marabaz Company, Redd itch.

Conway Bridge Tolls. THE CORPORATION'S APPEAL. DECISION YESTERDAY. It will be remembered by our readers that a few months ago an action came on in the High Court in London, in which the Conway Corpora- tion claimed an injunction restraining John Lloyd Jones, the toll collector on the Suspension Bridge, his servants or agents, from levying tolls in breach of the terms of the demise contained in the lease of the Bridge lolls, and they also cliimed damages. The case was heard at length. The defendant contended that on the true construction of the lease, he was entitled to levy and take tolls specified in the Schedule which were the tolls specified in the Conway Bridge Act of 1878. At the trial, Mr. Justice Eve held that the plaintiffs were not entitled to the injunction that they claimed, and he stated that in the event of another Court taking a different view of the con- struction that he placed upon the lease, he held that the lease should be rectified by striking out there- from such portions as imposed a restriction upon I plaintiff to levy tolls, otherwise than in accordance with the schedule contained in the Conway Bridge Act. 5 From this decision, the Corpoiation appealed, and the action carne before the Master of the Rolls, Lord Justices Buckley and Fletcher Moulton yes- terday (Wednesday) in the Court of Appeal. A wire was received at Conway last evening to the effect that the Corporation had won the appeal on all points. Mr. Clayton, K.C. (instructed by Mr. Thornton Jones) was for the Corporation, and Mr. Lloyd Jones was represented bv Mr. P. A. Lawrence, K.C. (instructed by Mr. J. Wj Hughes, Conway). I

Bettws-y-Coed Urban District, Council. The monthly meeting of this Council was held on. Friday evening, Mr. John Hughes (Vice- Chairman) presiding. Others present were Messrs. R. Rowlinson, Henry Roberts, T. W. B. Coras, R. Parry, Henry Williams, J. T. Rees, J. P. Faichney and B. Pullan; with the Clerk (Mr. Salisbury Jones) and the Inspector (Mr. R. D. Jones). FINANCE. The Clerk reported that the collections for the month were:—General district rate, £ 6 j 99. iod. water, i^s. qd. total, £ 7 is. yd., leav- j ing a balance to be collected of £ 108 is. gd. i .The Finance Committee reported having ex. | atnined accounts amounting to £43 15s. gd., which they recommended should be paid. The report was adopted. The balance at the bank was £223 6s. 2d., leaving an available balance of ,6179 10s. 5d- PUBLIC HEALTH AMENDMENT ACT. j Mr. Pullan, on beshalf of the Committee ap- pointed to look into the Act with a view of j adoption, reported that they had, with the as- j siestance of their Clerk, looked carefully over the Act, and they recommended certain parts being adopted in order to strengthen the hands of the Surveyor. By their adoption there would be no obligation beyond advertising the saane in a local paper. The sections which they recom- mended were those with reference to plans of buildings, recovery of damage to roads or foot- paths, the compulsory ashphaMng of yards I where water drained into the subsoil. The re- moval of building materials from streets, and also protection from dangerous walls and places. The sanitary section of the Act had been ad- opted by several local Councils, but there were many clauses which did not apply to a place like Bettws but the part which they wished to recommend were the cowsheds and dairies and infectious diseases, and altogether they con- sidered it a most necessary thing to adopt them. The clauses would have to be forwarded to the LocaJ Cknernment Board for their approval. On the motion of Mr. Corns, seconded by Mr. Faichney, it was unanimously agreed to adopt them. THE TREASURER. A letter was read from Mr. Rowland Hugihes, of the N. and S. W. Bank, resigning his posi- tion as Treasurer to the Council. His resigna- tion was adopted, and the application of Mr. E. Jones Owen, manager of the N. and S. W. Bank, LLanrwst, for the on was unani- mously adopted. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. On the motion C': Mr. ¡: ,i.ch ney, seconded by Mr. Parry, it was decided to. procure two hand fire extinguishers at a cost of 45s. each, one to be pLaoed at Penitre Du, in charge of the Sur- vet»ior, and the other in the Council's sstore room. The Clerk referred to the desirability of pur- chasing a safe for the custody of the books and documents, and, on the motion of Mr. Rees, the Clerk was. instructed' to make enquiries respect- ing the prices of same by the next meeting. The Medical Officer reported that for the monlth of December there were three births and one death, as compared with one birth and one death for the same period last year.

Colwyn Bay Church Sunday School. The annual tea and competitive meeting held in connection with St. Paul's Church Sunday School took place in the Church Room yesterday (Wednesday). The arrangements for the tea, to which some three hundred scholars sat down, were in the hands of Mrs. John Williams and Mrs. George Jones, assisted by tho teachers. The hall was crowded at the competitive meeting held in the evening, lr. David Jones, Bryn- gwynt, being in the chair. Other gentlemen on the platform were the President, the Rev. Canon Roberts'; the Rev. Rees Morris, conductor; the Rev. R. D. Hughes, hon. secretary, and Mr. John Jones, treasurer. The Rev E. James Evans, Vicar of Llandrillo, was the musical adjudi- cator and the other items were adjudicated by Air. Davies (Afric.an Institute) and Mr. Edward Williams, J P. In the course of the evening the ceremony 01 the Sunday school prize distribution was per- formed by the Canon. The following is a list of prize winners, the names arranged in order of aruerit in each class — Class 1. (Miss Harnaman and Miss Hughes): Elsie Roberts, Eric Williams, Reggie Williams, Gwilym Jones, Harry Williams, Bobbie Wil- liams, Richie Desmond, Fanny Jones, Willie Williams, and Noel "Williams. CLass II. IMr. A. O. Williams) Ernest Davies, John Jones, Harry Desmond, Wilbam Hughes and James Jones. Class 111. (Mrs. Thomas a.nd Miss K. Jones): Gladys Jones, Ellen J. Lunt, Violet West Williams and Ena Williams. Class IV. (Mr. W. Dryhurs-: P erts) Johnnie Roberts, Harold Hughes, John iJew. Jones and Robert A. Jones. Class V. (Miss Katie Evans) Jane E. Evans, Nellie Davies and Jennie Williams. Class VI. (Mrs. Davies Jones) D. Rowlands, Gladys Roberts and Nellie Williams. Class VII. (Mr. William Davies) John R. Gladys Roberts and Nellie Williams. Class VII. (Mr. William Davies) John R. Jones, Lloyd Jones and Thomas J. Williams. Class IX. (Mr. Elias Owen) W. Percy Hughes. Hughes. ¡

Trefriw Golf Club. I The monthly medal competition was held on Thursday. Out of a fair entry the following were the principal returns:— C. Cooper Morris. 90 12 78 I W. N. Smith 87. 7 80 H.H.Smith 92 10 82 I J. N. Bather. 116 30 86 N. C. Smith 119 30 89

Death and Funeral ot At Bangorian. It is with feelings of extreme regret that we have to record the death of Mr William Roberts, better known by his bardic now de plume of Bangorian, which sad event took place on Thurs- day. The deceased had suered from numerous strokes during the last few weeks. "Bangorian as he was familiarly known, was 75 years of age. He was a native of Bangor and was for over 40 years in the employ of the L. N. W. Railway- Company as a carpenter. He was one of the oldest, if not the oldest member of the Baptist denomination at Conway, and for many years officiated as a deacon of the church. He had been a frequent successful competitor at local and national eisteddfodau, and thirty-three years ago he was the pioneer of the Christmas Day Baptist Eisteddfod at Conway, an event which has been most successful throughout these long years. Bangorian was a most interesting character, and of all affable disposition, and it can safelv be said that he knew more about the borough of Conway than any living person. He was a keen observer and J was possessed of a strong and retentive memory, and could relate many interesting stories about Conway residents for a great number of yeaf' His company was always enjoyed, as well as his entertaining conveisation. His wife pre- deceased him some years ago, and lie had resided with his daughter, Mrs. W. Williams, at Bod Englyn, Waen. Bangorian was also an excellent "englynwr" and "penillion" writer. The funeral, which was of a public character, took place on Tuesday afternoon in the St. Agnes' Cemetery, and was one of the largest seen in the borough for some time. There were numbers of people from all parts of North Wales, by whom the deceased was very highly respected. At the house a short service was conducted by the Revs. H. Bryn Davies, Llandudno, and B. D. Harris, Fforddlas, and at the graveside the Revs. W. Edwards (B) and J. Luther Thomas (C) officiated. Tin chief mourners were Mr. and Mrs. W. Williams (daughter and son in-law), Me and Mrs. Owen Roberts (son and daughter-in-law), Mr. and Mrs. John Roberts (son and daughter-in-law), Mr. and Mrs. John Jones (daughter and son-in-law), Mr. Robert Roberts (son), Mr. Arthur Jones, Holyhead (nephew), and several grandchildren. Beautiful floral tributes were sent by the Baptist Sunday School, the Baptist Church, and from Mr. and Mrs. Dixon. 1 he deceased leaves a grown up family. DEIGRYN AR FEDD BANGORIAN." At angladd pencampwr englyn. -nyddvvr Cyngrhancddol dillyn, I fin ei fedd f Awen f)'n-hedJyw'n riiivydd 0 tjaretligrwydd gario ei detgryn. Prydyddwr parod, diddan,—Jyn gunest Un gwyneb ym rahobman, A dyn glew-v Cristion gun- A gerid oedd Bangorian. Fe roes ef i'r Iesu a'i waith-3-a Holl oriau'i oes hirfaith hodi,) 1 Duw ar hyd y daith, Llefaru inewn l'afurwaith. Prydnavvn da." Bangorian aau-yl,—imvjniia Mewn hedd dawel nosw) I. Hyd foreii teg. hyfryd egwri. Cawn godi i gydawn gadw jpvyi. B. NIHNAi FitANCIS.

The Llanfairfechan Pageant. In another column we give a full description of this most successful Pageant. There was a crowded attendance at yesterday's matinee, and amongst those present were Colonel the Hon. H. Lloyd Mostyn, the Hon. Mrs. Mostyn, the Hon. LI. Douglas Pennant, Colonel and Mrs. Henry Piatt and party, Mrs Edwards, the Palace, St. Asaph, and party, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Watkin Davies, Mrs. Davies, Treborth, Mrs. North, Plas, Mr. and Mrs. Willoughby Gardner. At the fall of the curtain on Wednesday night I Mrs. Herbert North received an ovation from the assembled company, and Mrs. North was presented with a handsome silver salver as a souvenir of the Pageant in acknowledgment of her untiring work in the production, and of the fact that the under- taking was entirely the outcome of her inspiration. The Rector then came forward and presented Mrs. Coxon, a lady who by her talent and enthusi- asm had done much towards making the Pageant a success, with a pearl brooch as a token of regard and appreciation. His action was loudly ap- plauded and heartily endorsed by all the Pageant players and workers. Mr. William Timmins' services as organiser proved of great value. Ample testimony as to the comfort of the audience was readily forthcoming. ————* -8111("-

Eisteddfod Cymry Toronto, Canada. Cynhelir yr Eisteddfod uchod dan nawdd yr Ysgol Sul Gymreig yn y lie, ac oherwydd Uwydd iant mawr y ddwy Eisteddfod flaenorol, gorfod- wyd y cyfeiUion i gymeryd yr Occident Hall eleni i gynnal y cyfarfodydd, a phrofodd yr antur- iaeth yn bob peth ellid ddymuno-llwyddiant vmhob ystyrf,— yn arianol, Ilenyddol, a cherddorol, ac y mae clod mawr yn ddyledus i'r pwyllgor a'r ysgrifennydd gweithgar, Mr. WiIliam Thomas, McCaul-street (brodor o Fet- tws-y-Coedt Wele restr o'r cystadleuaethau a'r buddngwyr Unawd soprano, O. Divine Redeemer, gorcu o dair ydoedd Miss Williams, Deer Park. Cyheithiad goreu, Mr. R. T. Williams. Deuawd' tenor a bass, Gwys i'r Gad,' goreu, Mri. J. R. Edwards ac Ap Gelert." Pedwa awd cymysg. Dyffryn Clwvd." goreu, Miss Dav e-, Jarvis- street, a'i pharti. Unawd tenor. y- hen gerddor," goreu o bedwar, Mr. Ellis Evans, Mimico. Adroddiad, Arafa, ddyn," goreu' Mr. John O. Pritchard, Ashdale-avenue. Un- awd baritone, Y bachgen ffarweliodd a'i wlad:" goreu, Mr. J. R. Edwards, Gibson-avenue. Barddoniaeth: Englyn, "Canada," Mr. R. T. Williams. Penillion i Gymru," cydradd, Mrs Wood a Mr. R. T. Williams. Cystadleuaeth canu y don Alexander," i rai dros 50 oed, a dyfarnodd y beirniaid Mr. R. T. Williams a Mr. D. Williams, Deer-park, yn gydradd. Unawd ,y bass, The Village Blacksmith," chwech yn ymgeisio, a dyfarnwyd Mr. T. Gittings, yn oreu. Dadl, Mri. John 0 Pritchard a Griff. T. Pritchard, Mona Villa. Cystadleuaeth y ped- warawd, Mi welaf mewn adgof." Wedi cystadleuaeth ragorol, dyfarnwyd parti Mr. John Williams, Oxford-street, yn oreu. Ter- fynwyd trwy oiirwm y diolchiadau arferol ac anerchiadau gan y beirdd a'r Llywydd. I ddi- wcddu canwyd God Save the King a Hen Wlad fy Nhadau.' Amlwg fod pawb wedi eu boddhau yn ardderchog. Wele restr o swyddogion yr Ysgol Sul am y flwyddyn ddyfodol :-Arolygwr, Mr. Owen M. Williams, Tonge-street; ysgrifennydd, Mr. Wil- liam Owen, Sherbourne-street; trysorydd Mr. William Williams, Logan-avenue "arweinydd v gan, Mr. John Williams, Logan-avenue arwein- wyr y gwasanaeth hwyrol, Mr. David Williams Pear's-avenue, a Mr. W. C. Roberts, Tonge- street. Pwyllgor i drefnu a chario gwaith y cyfarfodydd ymlaen -—Mri. John Williams J. R Edwards, W. Hughes, ac Ap Gelert (Mimiro). Ymddiriedolwyr, Mri. J. R. Edwards a John Williams. Ap GELERT. Lake Shore-road, Mimico, Ont.

DEATH. CLARKE. On Jannary 27th, at Fairhaven, Pen- rhyn View, Colwyn Bay, Susanna, beloved wife of Edward Clarke. Interred at the Cemetery, South- port, January 31st, 1910.. 225 FUNERALS by M. & J. WILLIAMS, Funeral Directors, HIGH STREET, CONWAY. Estab. 1850. Telephone 3x i 62 Printed and Published by R. E Jones & Bros.. at their Printing VS orks, The Quay, Conway, and Published at thTi, Central Lifcary, 8, Station Road, Colwyu Bay.

CAERHUN. DISTRICT NURSE.—At the invitation of Mrs. Holland, Gell, Llanbedr, the following ladies and gentlemen attended at Caerhun Hall on Tuesday afternoon to consider the advisa- bility of getting a nurse for the district: Col. and Sirs. Gee, Caerhun; Mrs. Holland, Gell; Mrs. Thomas, Caerhun Rectory; Rev. O. G. Williams, Roewen; Rev. D. Price, Caerhun; Dr. Owen, Llanrwst; Rev. D. P. Hopkins, Llanbedr; Rev. R. Williams, B.A., Llanbedr; Rev. W. E. Williams, Talybont; and. Mrs. W. O. Roberts, Plas Dulyn; Miss Davies, Treborth, and Nurse Smith also attended to give any information required about the North Wales Nursing Association. Col. Gee was voted to the chair, and expLained the object of the meeting. Mrs. Holland read letters reo .tt¡ng their inability to attend and promising to support the movement from MT.N,Liclmon, Cefn; Mr. and Mrs. Hiles, Llanbedr; Mr and Mrs. Bibby, Plasynroe 3 Dr. Pritchard, Con. way; Mr. B. Fisher, Dolcrwm; Mrs. and Miss Brazil, Ffynonbedr; and Mr. R. Ellis, Wem. She also read. a letter from Mrs. Gough promis- ing a hearty support to the project. Miss Davies, Treborth, then explained how the North Wales Nursing Association was originated, and how its work was carried on, and Nurse Smith gave some of her experience in organising .societies in similar districts to this one-. After all present had stated their views, and after discussing whether there was real need for a nurse, and whether the district could support one, it was proposed by the Rev. R. Williams, B.A., and seconded by the Rev. W. E. Williams, and carried unanimously that a committee be formed to arrange for providing a district nurse in connection with the North Wales Nursing Association. In addition to those present the following will be asked to join the committee: Mr. R. Ellis, Wern Mr. Ben Fisher, Dolcrwm Mr. Bibby, Plasynroe; Dr Morgan, Conway; Dr. Pritchard and Dr. Williams, Conway; and Mr. H. Davies, Gorswen. It was decided to ask Mrs. Gough to accept the presidency of the Association. Mr. Holland, Gell, was elected chairman of the committee, Col. Gee treasurer, and Mrs. Holland, Gell, hon. secretary. It was decided to divide the neighbourhood into dis- tricts, and to appoint collectors at the next meeting of the committee. The ministers present promised to lay the matter before their congre- gations next Sunday evening, and to asik their co-operation in the movement. Col. and Mrs. Gee promised an annual subscription of 5 guineas while they stay in the district, and Mrs. Holland stated that she and her husband would also subscribe 5 guineas annually. The Rev. R. Williams, B.A., stated that he had authority to say that the ALuminium Corporation would sub- scribe when the works restarted. The next meeting of the Committee will be held at Gell on Monday, the 14th inst. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mrs. Holland for moving in the matter, and Miss Davies and Nurse Smith for their presence and guidance, and to Col. and Mrs. Gee for their kindness in allowing the meeting to be held at the Hall. At the close of the meeting all present were entertained to tea by Mrs. Gee.

LLANFAIRFECHAN. OBITUARY.—The death took place on Satur- day, after a protracted illness, of the Rev J. Arfon Jones, Castle Buildings, Llanfairfechan, at the age of 65 years. The reverend gentleman was a native of Talybont, in the Vale of Conway, being a son of the late William Davies, Tanrallt. He com- menced preaching in the early sixties with the Congregationalists, and was a student at the Bala College under the late Principal Michael D. Jones. He was ordained a minister at Llanddulas in 1871, which pastorate he held for a considerable number of years. Eventually he married the widow of the late Mr. Williams, draper, of Penmaenmawr and Llanfairfechan. Of late, the deceased gentleman was not in charge of any church, he having devo- ted the greater part of his time to the drapery business in Castle Buildings, but he very often officiated in the neighbouring pulpits. He was very well known along the North Wales Coast, and was greatly esteemed by everyone who came in contact with him. The funeral, which was of a public character, took place yesterday (Wednesday) at Llanfairfechan, and was very largely attended by ministers and the public. The officiating ministers were the Revs. Caleb Williams, Penmaen- mawr, D. M. Mason, Llanfairfechan, J. Griffith, Llanfairfechan, and E. B. Jones, Holyhead. The chief mourners were the widow and son, and Mr. and Mrs Williams, the Bon Marche (stepson and daughter), and other relatives. VARIOUS MATTERS.—At the Llanfair- fechan Council meeting on Tuesday night, the question of the Bathing Bye-laws was deferred, and with regard to the roads in the district that needed alteration, the Surveyor was instructed to bring up a report upon them to the next meeting of the Sanitary Committee. It was decided to have the work of carting house refuse by contract, and not to purchase a horse, as had been suggested. Mr. Wm. Morris, Penrallt, was given 21 day's notice to carry out certain im- provements at 2, Bryn Eithin, Pool-street. The offer of Messrs. Chantrey, Penmaenimawr, to sell for £ 4 the piling hammer which they lent the Council four of five years ago was accepted. During January, it was reported that there weie six births and seven deaths. LIBERAL CLUB.—It has been definitely decided to keep on the premises at Mona Build- ings to be used as a Liberal Club. There are already a good number of members, and it is confidently expected that every Liberal will come forward, and assist in establshing such a club for the village. THE STATION APPROACH.—Recently the local Council complained to the Railway Com- pany of the condition of the approach to the Railway Station, and at the meeting on Tuesday, a letter was read from Mr. H. F. Perkins, the Company's engineer at Bangor, stating that the matter would be attended to. THE HOCKEY CLUB.—The Hon. Secretary of the Hockey Club writes, Several secretaries of hockey clubs write me for fixtures, but we have difficulties which cannot be surmounted. The ground is a private one, placed at our disposal by the St. Andrews Hospital Governors for the local ladies, but arrangements have been made for a few gentlemen to join. The game also has not been mastered sufficiently to think of playing matches this season." CRUELTY TO CHILDREN.—At the Bangor Police Court on Tuesday, Robert Roberts, Tan. y-bonc, Llanfairfechan, who is a quarryman working at Penmaenmawr again appeared before the Magistrates on a charge of neglecting his children. Mr. S. R. Dew who appeared for the R.S.P.C.C. said that the defendant had twice previously been before the Bench on a similar charge which had been adjourned in order to see if the defendant would improve. Inspector Roberts said he had since visited the house of the defendant, and found that things were very little better—in fact, in some respects they were worse. The Chairman of the Magistrates saicl the Bench considered that the defendant had been guilty of absolutely cruel neglect, and he ought to be ashamed of himself. lie was liable to a fine of £25, but as it was useless imposing such a fine, the case would be adjourned for three months to see if there was any improve- ment. If not, he would be sent to goal for a monith. The defendant remarked that he would tell his daughter." The Magistrates Clerk: Nonsense. You must see to it yourself. THE MAILS.—The contract for the carrying of the Post-office mails between Llanfairfechan and Conway has been let to Mr. P. H. Mc. Clement, Penmaenmawr.

EGLWYSBACH. THE BEST AND CHEAPEST house and steam coals is supplied by Edwards & Son, Col- liery Agents, Conway and Talycafn. 1518c TEST CONCERT.—On Thursday night, a tc-st concert was held at Bryndaionyn chapel. Mr. J. D. Jones, Llanrwst, the appointed chair- man failed to be present, but he sent a dona- tion towards the funds. In his absence the Rev. Lloyd Davies, Penmachno, presided, whilst the Rev. Gwilym Roberts conducted the pro- ceedings. The musical adjudicator was Mr. Pryce Davies, Pc-nmachno, who also delivered a couple of songs in his well-known manner. Mr. R. E. Hughes, LLan, adjudicated the re- citers, and fr. Owen Williams as accompanist. Six competitors came forward on the challenge solo, the successful singer being lr. Ted Parry. Bettws, Abergele. Ir. Robert Jones, Ty Capel, was declared winner for reciting Dewrion Dura," and a party conducted by him were worthy of the prize for singing "Gnoll Avenue." In the junior sections the prizes were awarded to Mary Owen, Henblas Margaret Owen, Llan, D. J. Jackson, Jennie Owen, Penucha'rllan, Evan Thomas, Bryndaionyn, Gracie Jones, Bryn Ilafod, and Annie Jones, Efail. OBITUARY.—On Saturday the death of Mrs. Wynne, wife of rr. John Wynne, Llindir, oc- curred after suffering a prolonged illness. De- ceased was 66 years of age, and was universally respected. Through her death Nebo (W.) lost a faithful member, and she will be sadly missed by the members and friends of the Wesley an cause. The funeral tcok place on Thursday, when a large crowd gathered to pay her the last token of respect. The service bv the house was conducted by the Revs. T. C.' Roberts, Llan- rwsit; Lloyd Davies, Penmachno, and Gwilym Roberts, The Villa; whilst the Rev. G. Wil- liams, Vicar of GLan Conway, officiated in the church and by the grave. Much sympathy is felt with the family in their bereavement. THE VICAR'S ILLNESS.—The Rev. H. L. Davies has been ron.finod to his house for some weeks owing to a serious illness. We are glad to understand that he is gradually recovering, though he is still in a very weakened condition.

PENMACHNO. EBENEZLR.—Mr. D. Lloyd Morris, Dugoed, headmaster of the Llandud-no Junction Council School, gave an interesting lecture on A trip through the sky at Ebenezer Chapel. The meeting was presided over by Mr. T. P. Thomas Pandy Mill. J WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE MEETING.—A meeting held under the auspices of the local branch of the North Wales Women's Temper- ance Association was held at Salem on Thurs- d.ay.evening, under the presidency of Mrs. T. J. James. The following ladies took part in the meeting:—Misses A. Thomas, Annie Evans, Annie Williams, L. K. Evans, M. Lloyd Tones and Mrs. R. Griffiths. CHRISTMAS EISTEDDFOD.-The Execu. tive Committee of the annual Christmas Eis- teddfod are busy with the subjects for the next Eisteddfod. Mr. J. Rees Jones, Factory, has been elected as secretary, with Mr. Rees Jones, Llewelyn-street, as treaseiner, and the Rev. T J. James as President of the Committee. OBITUARY.—On Wednesday last, after a long illness, the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Ro. berts, Cae Cwmpas, took place. She was in. terred at the Parish Churchyard on Saturday, the Re*. Ben Jones. Rector, officiating.

BANGOR. THE MUSEUM PAINTINGS.—The expert engaged by the Bangor City Council to ex- amine the collection of old paintings in the city museum has completed his report. It was as- serted at a recent Council meeting that the col- lection probably contained several old masters, but it is stated that the report does not bear out that statement.