Llandudno Advertiser and List of Visitors

THE L.A.D.S. RESIGNATION OF MR. C. A. HUTTON. A meeting of the executive committee of the Llandudno Amateur Dramatic Society was held on Thursday evening, when the accounts in reference to the recent per- formance of "Oh! Susannah" were pre- sented and approvedi of. A cheque for the handsome sum of £ 30 was sent to the Nursing Association. Some discussion took place as to future performances, and eventually it was decided to cancel the March per- formance as a protest against certain actions reported to the Society. It was also decided that a copy of the resolution' embodying the above, decision be sent to each of the different organisations assisted by the Society during the eight years it has been in existence. To emphasise the protest, Mr CI. A. Hutton askeid the Committee to accept his resignation, and we understand that, several other members of the Association intend taking a similar step. DEATH OF MR, ROGER, BASS.— The death of Mr Roger Bass; occurred on Tuesday somewhat, unexpectedly at, Bur- ton. Mr Roger Bass, who was a mem- ber of the famous family of brewers, went to Burton from Llandudno in November, with his wife and three sons, enjoying ap- parently fairly good health; but last Thursday week he caught a chill, and serious complications ensuing, death re- sulted from heart failure. Mr Bass was the son of the liaite Mir Abraham Bass, brother of Mr Michael Thomas Bass and I therefore a nephew of the late Lord Bur- j ton, whose funeral he attended recently. The death of Lord Burton seemed to affect! I him very deeply. Mr Roger Bass was about 58 years of age, and invariably spent the greater part of each year at ( Llandudno. He was specially noted for his interest in railway matters. Hardly a day passed when he was at Landudno' without a visit to the Railway statron, and with railway officials and workers he was a general favourite on account, of his paternal regard for their welfare. By all to whom he was known, Mr Roger Bass wa,s held in high esteem, that being especially the case with railway employes. It is believed that caught the chill which has had a fatal termination while paying the previous Thursday his daily visit to the railway station at Burton. 1

THE ADVERTISER SAYS i That the everlasting Sunday Question was raised at a meeting of shareholders of the Great Orme Tramway on Friday afternoon last, and again at, the annual meeting of the Town Improvement Association on the! evening of the same day. « That the Council are again to be ap- proached for their permission to permit the running of trams on Sunday. That it was stated that the people want these trams, on the day in question and visitors require them. That, however, the Council are not likely to give their permission unless the directors go about the business in a more whole-hearted manner than on the last occasion. 'That the Council did not then give the C application the consideration those in favour of the proposal had a right to expect and demand. '1 That we believe this was mainly due to the fact that Councillors knew that the directors as a whole were not en- thusiastic, in regard to the proposal, to say the least of. it. < -t That we believe that if the Council are convinced that the majority of the rate- payers, and a large section of our visi- tors are in favour of Sunday running, they will give the proposal their serious attention. That it. will then be for the ratepayers to show their views on the subject by re- turning or rejecting those in favour of Sunday running. » That we cannot fairly expect the Council to sanction such a radical proposal un- less it isi proved to them that such action wiUil meet with the, favour of a majority of the townpeople and be a source of convenience to visitors. That those who support the proposal be- lieve they are doing what is best in the interest of the town and its visitors., and it is their duty to make plain to the Council by agitation and the adoption of other methods the view that by acceding to the, request the Local Authority will be doing the town a ser- vice. » » That if the present members are pre- judiced against the proposal then let the supporters of the movement, bring forward other c-andidate,si who will act, in consonance with their views. That it is an undoubted fact that the last few seasons have not been too pros- peirous, and it behoves Llandudno to make hay while, the sun shines, that is to say, to take advantage of every legi- timate me,ans of making local enter- prise pay during the period of our all too short season. That Although many may not; wish for Sunday Trams for their own conven- ience, if they are required by their visitors to any real extent, they should support the proposal. That the question must be looked at large- ly from a business standpoint, for Llan- dudno is a huge shop as it were, in which all her wares are offered to at- tract customers, and retain them. That most business men include in their stock many articles for which they per- sonally have no use or perhaps liking, but keep them because they are required by their customers, and in this respect Llandudno as a town stands exactly in the same position as themselves. That, iti/sl with regret we learn that Mr O. A. Hutton has decided to sever his connection with the L.A.D.S. That it its doubtful if the, Society will con- tinue its existence. That during its life—extending over eight years—the Society has raised nearly JB800 for charitable purposes to assist va-pious laudable objects. That apart from the financial aspect the L.A.D.S. has done much to enliven the dull evenings of the winter months. That as the proceeds of the last perform- ance of "Oh! Susannah' at the Grand Theatre a, cheque has been sent to the Nursing Association for the sum of £,30 < < That the Rector is busy organising his scheme for the extension of the, Church in the parish of Llandudno. That after preaching a sermon on St. David's Day relating to the life of the Saint and the extension of Church work, a meeting was afterwards held in the Church House to consider and dis- cuss the subject in all its aspects. That we note that the National Provincial Hank has opened a branch at 2, De- ganwy Terrace, Station Road, Deganwy That the branch will be open for the transaction of business from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays. < That it has been definitely decided to buildi a, drill hall at Llandudno for the use of the members of the Territorial Force. Thafe the site has not been absolutely set- tled, but negotiations have been opened relating to sites at Crargydon and at the rear of the General Post Office. That from the "daillies" we learn that in Holborn alone seven hundred men have been employed in clearing the streets. inat j-Viaster fotaniey -Levis, West hore, Llandudno, wonthêfirst prize in the pianoforte solo compeltition on Monday night at the .Musical Eisteddfod at the Prince's Theatre, Llandudno. That the second prize was won by Miss Lydia Jones, Great Ormel. That the playing of these children was considered excellent by the audience. That, they are the pupils of Miss Eiffie Cooper, Bryn Eisteddfod Villa. That, a course of sermons will be preached in Holy Trinity Church on Friday even- ingis during Lent by the Rev. Canon Joyce, D.D., Warden of Sit. Deniol's Library, Hawarden, the subject being "The Titles of our Lord." That March, true to its traditions, has come in like a lion. Tha.t the whole country has been carpeted with snow .during the past week. 'lr ( That at. Llandudno. there has been but a comparatively small fall when compared with other parts of the country. That we offelr congratulations to Mr J. H. Fbulds. the principal 'cello player of the Pier Orchestra, upon his latest com- position. That this takes the form of a music poem for violin and orchestra. That it was played at the Liverpool Sun- day Society Concert at St. George's Hall and received most appreciative at- tention. That in the opinion of capable musical critics Mr Foulds ha& produced a most creditabe work. That the Town Clerk of Conway has re- ported that the lessee of the Bridge tolls has announced his intention to charge each time carriages cross the bridge. That the practice previouly has been to charge only one way and permit the carriage to return without payment. That if the charge is made both ways hundreds of parties who now visit Con- way from Llandudno, Cblwyn Bay and elsewhere will go in other directions, which will be a distinct, lossi to that town. That the Conway Town Council have de- cided to consult their solicitor- in regard to the matter. That the Conwy a Town Council have de,? cided to write to the Electric Tramway Company to urge them to commence the work of extending the Tramway to De- ganwy. < That they will also request an interview between representatives of the Council and the Directors to discuss the ques- tion. < That as the result of the Children's Operetta, "Golden Hair and the Three Bears" over £10 will be handed over to the Children's Free Meals Fund. < eo That Mr Alec Taylor is to be congratu- lated upon the result of his efforts. » That many requests have been made to him to repeat the performance in the afternon, as many children were not permitted to go in the evening. That, however, this is impossible at present as the theatre is engaged on Saturday afternoons. That the first of what is hoped, will be a long series of gatherings in com- memoration of the national saint took place at the Clarence Hotel on Wednes- day. That Mr E. W. Johnson presided, and Mr John Roberts occupied the vice- chair. < That the dinner was all that could be desired. Tha,t the subsequent proceedings were most interesting, whether in the, verna- cular or Siaxon. < That the orations were alternately serious and humarous. That the Chairman was in great form, and the sentiments expressed in his address from the clhaar were echoed by one and all. 1 That the one opinion at its close was summed up in the, words of one of his own anecdotes, "Keep at it," That the winners at the, Pier Theatre of Varieties on Wednesday evening were- Mrs Davies, 7, Cyll Terrace, Great Orme's Head; Miss Kitty Roberts, Anglesey Villa, Great Orme, and Edward Duggan, TaJiiesin Street, each receiving Pl. < Thait the competitors had to guess how many men were present, That the correct number, 298, was not. sent in, and the three above-named were the nearest. FOR, LADIES ONLY. That the popularity of suede is waning, and richer colours are in evidence. That, jet butterfly buckles are the latest j and darntiesit, thing for slippers. I That women, young and old, are wearing jet, jewellery again with dresses b-o-th black and white. < That huge buckles, sett with all kinds of stones, figure on fronts and backs of smart evening costumes. That silver and gold buclaes, with tiny beads, trim some of Hie prettiest tulle dancing dresses. That the old-fashioned prunelle and prune coloured cloth has macie its ap- pearance in dxrectoire costumes. That long earrihgis of brilliant cut jet are tne fasnion of the moment for wear with elaborate gowns. That black hatis are as. always, good style, and most striking and successiui hats of black and white are seen at the fashion- able millinery shops. < That evening frocks imported from Paris have the general lines of tea-gowns more than anything edse. r That for the every-day dresses of children there is no more satisfacicory material than dark blue wool serge. That there is now an absolute ban upon loose and wrinkled gloves. They must be ,tightnt1 and closely buttoned. That bracelets are being worn again in quantities, and this year they need not match in design, size, or material. That old blue is one of the latest dyes for afternoon toilevtes, and it, is made effective with black embroidery. That long beaded scarfs, in plain colour ,and made with shaded beads, are clever- ly used for tunics over dresses and to shape a corsage. That a new way for wearing the watch in the afternoon and the evening is to have it suspended like a locket, from a chain round the neck. That some ismart people favour the idea. That all kinds of materials and combina- tions of materials are used for ruffs. That ostrich feathers are mixed with tulle in perishable charm. « That large toques of marabout are con- sidered smart with no trimming at all beyond a knot of velvet at the side or a buckle of some sort. That the two distinct hat styles of the moment are the immensely large, pic- turesque shape and the no less attrac- tive largel turban or toque. That the prettiest hair finish for a child is a butterfly bow, either of wide white satin ribbon or of a colour to contrast nicely with the dress. That Empire styles have had along run, and it is improbable that they will con- tinue in the fashion after this season has added to1 their familiarity. That there is a craze, for articles bearing the signs of the zodiac, and birth months of the owners may be guessed by the signs carved on umbrella handles and shown on hatpins. That fashion, after for some time stub- bornly declaring that, hat and gown must match aibsolutely in colour and shade, now not permits, but encourages a hat of contrasting colour. That there is nothing newer in veils than the directoire, veil and ruff combined. That the veil' is drawn into a band of ribbon round the throat, or ends in a thick ruff made of the veiling. That a new sheer and supple dress mate- rial, introduced especially for the direc- toire gown, has a fine Australian wool ground on which is thrown a lustrous Indian silk lace. That it, comes in all the new colours and shades, as well a,s in black. That coloured linens, it is said, and the coloured and printed piques are to be heaped upon the counters as soon as there are any definite tendencies in spring fashion, and it, is from them that young girls will have their most practical gowns for spring.

NATURE JOTTINGS. MARCH 2.—No need to. get alarmed because, the wind, fromf the north has to- day mantled everywhere with snow; bliz- zards may come, but they cannot, bring back winter to the, birds1. Only on Satur- day il-ast when the bitterly cold wind from the north-east drove heavy clouds of sleet across the sky, the blackbird, in the scanty leeward shelter, thought very fit to whistle-, and out in the open meadows, where the wind was most bitter to face, it- was delightful to hear the merry "will-o- weet, pee-weet" of the lapwings, and to watch them rolling, now to this side, now to that, then swooping and dancing in the air. They would not do this if spring had not come. Nor was that all, for even the yellowhammer was in song; it was little expected on such a day, and especially when I had not heard, nor learned of any- one elsei having heard, its song before. But on such a day as, this we hardly ex- pect to hear the full jubilant voices of the birds, when their usual resources, are cut off by the isnow, but let to-morrow find it gone,, little matter where the wind blows from, and the country-side will be quite lively once again. NOTE,—Enquiries relative to my note in last week's issue concerning, herring gu:lls and their attack on a lamb have re- sulted in my now throwing disbelief over the information supplied to me. I am now in possession of information which conclusively proves, that, no lamb could have been concerned in the incident, and without going further int,o details readers will kindly disown the information. RI. W. J.