Llandudno Advertiser and List of Visitors

Photo by Langfier, Ltd., London. MISS NANNIE KEILHAM. Local interest is centred on Miss Nannie Kelham, one of London's leading amateur actresses, from the fact that she is a neice of Mrs Ham, of Australia, and Mrs Midgley, of Bradford and Llan- dudno-, these ladies being formerly the Misses Maggie and Alice Roberts, who enacted leading parts in local operas uin-der the baton iof Mi- G. H. Pugh, some twenty years ago. Miss Maggie- Roberts migrated to Lon- i don and joined the ranks of the profes- sionals, securing the warmest praise for her pourtrayal of leading parts in "The Shop Girl," "The Greek Slave," etc. Miss Nannie Kelha-m recently enacted the name part of "The Belle of New York," at. the Scala. Theatre, London. The performance was given on three consecu- tive nights, the proceeds being in aid of the Omnibus and Motormen's Superannua- tion Fund. It speaks volumes for the ¡ drawing power of amateurs, that, packed houses were recorded nightly. "The Referee's" reference to, the subject of these notes is thoroughly deserved:- "With her tuneful voice, winsome ways, and graceful gyrations, Miss Nannie Kel- ham, as the demure Salvation lassie, was the bright particular star." This talented amateur has previously carried through several, leading roles with conspicuous success, including "San Toy" and "Veronique." Our photograph depicts her in the character of the, latter. Miss Kelham's younger sister, Miss Avice Kelham, bids fair to make an equally lasting impression on her audiences. In the "Belle of New York" she took the part of Kissie Fitzgarter with brilliancy. Her dancing, singing, and acting general- ly, proved her to be an amateur of con- siderable promise, and we predict she will rise to a very high level in amateur cir- cles, at no distant date.

COMING EVENTS. I Mar. 27.-Last Saturday Night Pop. Proceeds for Children's Free Meals. Mar. 31.-Warren Mission Concert. April 3—Urban District Council Election May Day.—L.A.D.S. Mai 19.—Cymanfa Gerddorol Undebol y Plant- yn Nghapel Siloh. Nov. 29 to Dec. 4.—Missionary Exhibi- tion at the Pier Pavilion. « j An octogenarian named Hugh Jones, who died on Friday at Holyhead, had been in receipt of parish relief, but, not- withstanding this he four years ago made preparations for his own funeral and paid all the expenses connected therewith. The payment was made at the time of his wife's death, when he drew a small amount from an insurance company.

I THE ADVERTISER SAYS That the report of the LJ,andudno Electric Tramway Company, which will be found in another column, is very satisfactory, taking all things into consideration. That a nett profit of £ 5299 is quite as much as could be expected, when it is considered that only part of the line was available for traffic until the 6th of June, 1908. » That the accounts are only made up to November 30th of last year, and the gross receipts since the closing of the accounts show a, high rate of increase over the corresponding period of last year. » That the receipts from traffic amounted to oper £ 12,067. That it, is stated that as the result of the experience gained last year steps are being taken to increase the facilities for traffic on the line by additional rolling stock. » That this will be welcome news to the thousands of passengers who used the cars during July, August and Septem- ber. That the tramway service is exceedingly popular with all sections of the com- munity, and the- Company have the best wishes of the residents of the, distriict for a continuance of prosperity. •» That at Llandudno- Police Court on Mon- day two lads were charged with playing football on the street. That they were ordered to pay the costs. That we have no fault to find with the police for instituting proceedings against- the lads. That it may draw attention to the need of suitable recreation grounds for the children. That we, are glad to notice that Mr Robert Roberts mentioned the matter at a meeting of the Education Committee on Thursday. That he urged that the, school play- grounds should be open after school hours. That the Staff Committee was instructed to inquire into the suggestion and re- zn port as soon as possible. That, our attention has previously been called to this question by a number of parents whose children were turned off that plot of land above the minstrel pitch. That the lads it appears were enjoying a game of football there, but the caretaker ibacle them depart. Tha,t, what harm the lads were doing is O not apparent. That as the matter will be brought to the notice of the Bye-laws Committee- no further comment need be made, at this stage. That, from the "New York Times" we learn that Percy Smallwood won a mile handicap at Madison Square Gardens, New York, on Friday, March 12th. That Smallwood won in easy fashion, leading his nearest rival home by forty yards, after having conceded him a handicap of fifteen seconds. That the, time was 5min. 7sees. Tha,t a farcical comedy, "The New House- maid" is .booked at- the Grand Theatre for the Easter Holidays, commencing a four nights' engagement on Saturday, April 10th. .v. That the, extensive alterations at Mrs Wagstaff's, The Gloucester Hairdress- ing Saloon, have now been completed. That Llandudno now possesses the largest and most replete- ladies' and gent's hair- dressing rooms in the Principality. That only by a personal visit can the public glean the completeness of the n improvements. » < That, this establishment has long enjoyed the patronage of visitors who yearly make Llandudno their headquarters. 410 410 That the improvements are such as cannot fail to meet with their heartiest ap- proval and support. » Tha,t it is such enterprise as is shown by Mrs Wag-staff which must, keep the name of Llandudno to the forefront, and we heartily congratulate the man- -ageni.ent- on their up-to-dateness. That Mr O. P. Crawford, the King of Roller Skating Rinks, stayed the week- end at Llandudno. That he left on Monday en route, for Paris. That he is now arranging for the opening of a score or more of rinks on the Con- tinent. That under the personal direction of Mr J. F. Fa-rreil, the genial and courteous assistant general manager, the Hippo- drome is undergoing a spring cleaning and generally renovated inside and out. That the rink will be opened on Monday morning, April 5.th. » That the local skaters are- eagerly looking forward to good "swanking" tunes. That Mr George Call's will take up the Z" management of the Hippodrome at the close of the Dublin rink. That "George" is doing big business at Dublin. That his rink is being patronised by the Lord Lieutenant and other notables. That until the arrival of Mr Callis the local rink will be under the direction of Mr F'arrell. That an interesting photograph is on view t) at Edge, Ltd's Studio of Olympia with five thousand skaters on the floor. That it was taken on the last Saturday afternoon. That in the evening of the same day up- wards of 7,000 skaters were on the floor a,t one time. That this is a World's record. That a photograph of Miss Nannie Kel- ham, a talented amateur actress of Lon- don, appears in our columns. That those of our readers who remember Miss Maggie Roherts: of Llandudno, who gained distinction as an actress in Lon- don (now the wife of Dr. Ham, of Australia) will see a great likeness be- tween the -two. That it, is a case of history repeating it- self, Miss Kelham being a, neice of Mrs Ham. That searchers of curios have this week have been seen digging up at low tide branches from the submerged trees in Llandudno- bay. That stones, seaweed and mortar? have also- been brought- away from the sup- posed site of Llys Helig. That the latest inclusion in our local vocabulary, when one is anxious to get away from a division on a knotty point at the Council, or other meetings, is termed, "doing a Llys Helig." That the adjourned meeting of the Great Orme Tramway Company was held on Friday. That the shareholders present decided to ask Mr A. G. Pugh to obtain an inter- view with the Council. That this course was taken with a. view to the Cbuncil making another offer. 0 That at a meeting of the Council in .Com- mittee on Thursday the Sub-committee were instructed to meet Mr Pugh. That Mr Thos. Smith, at a meeting of the Victoria Friendly Society, gave an account of his work on the Council dur- ing the past three years. That Mr Smith is president, of the Society. That a meeting of the Carnarvonshire Education Committee was held on Thursday. That among the- matters discussed were applications from the, head mistresses of both schools on the Orme for increases of salary. That, both applications were deferred pending the receipts of a report on the schools by the assistant secretary. < That there was another packed house at the Pier Theatre of Varieties on Wed- nesday evening That the comp-etiton was a guess as to the number of men present. That three, guessed the correct number, namely 459, and received £ 1 13s. 4d. each. That the winners were Wm. Roberts, Llandudno Junction; R. Willia-ms, 10, Alexandra Road and Cornelius Davies, Bryn Hyfryd, Deganwy.

DIVORCE SUIT. Mr Henry Beebe-e, a currier, of Sutton Cioldfi-e-ld, in Warwickshire, asked for a divorce from his wife, Mrs Mary Elizabeth Beebee, who for a considerable period re- sided at Llandudno-, on the ground of her misconduct with Mr Frederick Charles Guy, also of Sutton Coldfielci, who was cited as co-respondent. Mrs Beebee, on her side, had entered a petition for judicial separation, alleging cruelty on Z, the part of her husband, but she did not appear in support of it. Mr Barnard, R.C., and Mr W. O. Willis (instructed by Messrs Webster and Webster) represented the petitioner. Mr Willock (instructed by Messrs Judge and Priestley), who appeared for the co-respondent, said he did not pro- pose to put his client into the box. In stating the case for Mr Beebee, Mr Barnard said that the parties were mar- rled on September 2nd, 1902, at the parish church of Sutton Colclfield. There were no children. Unfortunately the wife was very extrava-grant, but the husband ha,d no idea, of the reason of this. In December of 1907 he had cause to sus- pect his wife in regard to her conduct with the co-respondent, who lived only a short distance away. On December 24th, 1907, Mrs Beebee left her husband, and filed a petition of judicial separation, alleging cruelty. It appeared that the wife and Mr Guy frequently met one another in Sutton Park, and also that be- tween November. 1906, and January 31st, 1907, the co-respondent was often at the .petitioner's house, being alone with the lacly. One letter written by the- wife to Mr Guy had come into the husband's hands. It was written from Llandudno on Christ- mas Day. 1907, and ran:- Dearest.—-Many thanks for your kind thoughts. It seems a year since I heard your voice, yet it was only yes- terday I am rather a wreck, but went out and actually saw old Mrs R.—— doing her hair at the I window It was good of you to write me and send such a nice fur. What I have endured to be near you for ages.Could I speak to you -on the telephone here, dear? It is quite safe. I love you so, and I want you to know that I am ever your loving Polly. Damages were originally claimed, but by leave of the court that claim had been withdrawn. FLOWERS AND CHOCOLATES. The petitioner, Mr Beebee, in his evi- dence, denied that there was any truth in his wife's charges of cruelty. When Mr Guy came to the house, according to the evidence of Rose WJllis, a servant, he would first ask for Mr Beebee, and on learning that the husband was out would then inquire for Mrs Beebee. After being out her mistress would return with flowers and chocolates, which she would tell the witness to hide in the flower bor- der, and then put them in the kitchen cupboard. Mr Willis: Why 1 The Witness In order that Mr Beebee should not see them. ,She had seen Mr Guy embrace Mrs Beebee- and kiss her. The President: What is the co-respon- dent? The Witness I don't know. Another maid, Annie Wood, gave evi- dence that she had seen a letter written by her mistress to the co-respondent. Do you remember any passage?—Yes, 9 I she said that she felt "absolutely rotten" because Mr Guy was not coming in that evening. On one occasion Mr Guy came in a motor-car to take Mrs Beebee out. Walter Smith, head keeper of Sutton Park, said he knew both Mrs Beebee and Mr Guy, and had frequently seen them go alone to the thickest part of the wood. The president granted a decree nisi with costs, and dismissed the wife's peti- tion. He further ordered that JETS paid in as security for the wife's costs be paid to the husband.

LLANDUDNO COUNCIL AND THE MINSTREL PLOT. MR. CHURCHILL',S LEASE RENEWED. THE COUNCIL AND THE GREAT ORME; TRAMWAY. A meeting of the Council in Committee "with power to act" was held on Thurs- day evening, when there was almost a full attendance. The special business for discussion was the lease of the Happy Valley MJinstrel plot for a term of three years. It will be remembered that the lease was advertised, and that several offersd were received ranging up to J3325. After the tenders had been opened, Mr Churchill, who had offered JB275 (or JB25 above his present rental) wrote raising his offer to £.350. The Bye-laws Committee referred the matter to the Council, and last week it was decided to discuss the matter in committee While there could be no objection to the Council dealing with the matter in eom- mitte, there is a great deal to be said against the committee being given power to act. Any open discussion on the mat- ter having therefore been prevented, we deemed it our duty to find out exactly what did take place and putting the several reports together the following would appear to be a concise account of a lengthy sitting, during which the debate Was at times very acrimonious. The different appiications were then considered on their merits, Mr Bone pro- posed and Mr Robert Roberts seconded a resolution renewing Mr Churchill's lease for three years at the increased xent of £ 275. The members in fa-vour of this, at the suggestion of Mr Sarson, strongly insisted that it was not so much a question of exacting the highest rental as compared with the quality and character of the per- formance and performers that influenced their action. An amendment was proposed for the re-advertising of the lease, but was lost by a, large majority. Mr Beaum-cnt then bluntly charged Mr Sarson with telegraphing and writing let- ters to Mr Churchill informing him of all the proceedings taken by the Bye-laws Committee. Mr Sarson challenged M Breaumont to prove his case to the satisfaction of any three members of the Council, and offered to forfeit £10 to the Cottage Hospital if it could be proved that he had wired or writ- ten Mr OhurchJl on that or any other subject. The challenge does not, how- ever, appear to have been taken up. ever, appear to have ben taken up. Certain statements as to the quality of the entertainment' on the Valley and in the streets having been made, the Clerk was asked whether he had received any com- plaints and replied in the negative. On the resolution being put, it was carried by eleven vote,s to three. THE COUNCIL AND THE GREAT OILME TRAMWAY. A letter was read from Mr A. G. Pugh on behalf of the Great Orme Tramway Company stating another offer had been received for the purchase of the tramway, but the Company would be more disposed I to accept a fair proposal from the Coun- oil, and suggested an interview on behalf of the Company. After some discussion, it was agreed by a, majority to grant the interview at an early date.

SPRING IS COMING. So is the Summer and so is Christmas. There are many things you want, though, they won't come to you unless you go out after them. The cheapest way to get what you want is to' insert a small advertise- ment in our columns. You will then reach all the people in this neighbour- hood who can let you have what you want.

LLANDUDNO POLICE! COURT. The following magistrates were present at Llandudno Police Court on Monday: — Dr. Dalton (chairman), Wm. Bevan, J. O. Thomas, Dr. Williams, Ephraim Wood, and Robt. Roberts. PLAYED FOOTBALL ON THE STREET.—At- Llandudno- Police Court on Monday, Thomas Mostyn and Wil- liam Owen were charged with playing football in Vaughan Street, on a date in February. They were cautioned and dis- missed on payment of costs. CIRAIGYDON MUTUAL IMPROVE^ MENT ASS OCII ATT ON. —On F'riday evening, at a meeting of this Society, Mr Â. J. P-eaoock in the chair, Mr James J. Miarks, M.A., gave an address explaining the report of the Poor Law Commission. Messrs Roger Dawson, Pierce Jones, T. Smith, Evans (East Parade), Knight, and O. LI. Roberts also spoke on the ques- tion. A whist drive took place on Wed- nesday, the winners being M]iss A. Jones, Miss iStartin, Mrs Hewitson, Mr Arm- strong, Mr A. M. Flash, and Mr Geo. Evans. The prizes were distributed by Mrs Knight. BUSINESS ENTERPRISE!.—The pro- prietor of the Creamery, Mir W. T. Parker, has during the comparatively short time he has been in possession of the business worked up a large trade in milk, cream, butter, etc., and has found it necessary to completely re-model the interior of his premises. The shop is now complete with the latest utensils in- vented for the proper care of this most useful commodity, and a, visit of inspection would be welcomed. Every device that can be obtained for keeping the milk from contamination has been adopted and the vessels are kept in a state of perfect cleanliness. It may be stated without fear of contradiction that- Mr Parker1 deals with a larger quantity of milk (wholesale and re-tail) than any other dairyman in North Wales, and has first call on some of the largest farmers in the Cheshire district. ORGAN RECITAL AT CHRIST | CHURCH.—A very successful organ j recital was given at Christ Church (Con- gregational) on Monday evening by,im-r Ri. Elivion Jones, A.L.C.M., there being all large number present: who highly appre- ciated the various items. Mr Vaughan ) Davies- (of Carnarvon), who was the, vocalist, was in excellent form, his render- ings being "0, hear, my God, to Thee" and "Thou'rt passing hence." Mr Eivion Jones played the "Invocation and Psalm" (Mendelssohn), sonata, in D minor (Men- delssohn), "Prelude and Fugue in C minor" (Gounod), "Andante in D flat" (Lemare), "Humoreske" (Dvorak), "Offer- toitre in G" (Welys), a marc-h by Gounod, and the "Hallelujah Chorus." A silver collection in aid of the organ fund was made. LLANDUDNO ART CLASSES.— H.MI. Inspector has forwarded the following! report on the- Art Classes to the Educa- tion Clommi,ttee "The Art Classes have been taken over and reorganised this year by the local authority. The- rooms are suitable, and the equpment, and lighting are good. The curriculum includes brushwork and design, clay modelling, wood carving, -and metal work, and it is encouraging to find t,ha,t a fair number of artisan students have been attracted to these classes. Paint,ing (in mono- chrome- from casts of head, etc.) is well taught, a-nd the portfolios of the life class show very good studies of the head and figure. The pupils of the life class might pay a larger fee than 2s. 6d. THE; INEBRIATES!.—At LJandudno Police Court on Monday Margaret Wells, Pantyweno'l, was fined 2s. 6d. and costs for being drunk in Back Madoe Street on the 15th March.—P.O. Roberts (54) charged W LI. Jones, Great Orme's Head, with being drunk and disorderly on the 27th February.-Defend,ant pleaded not guilty, but after hearing evidence- on both sides the magistrates found, the charges proved and infiicteda, penalty of 5s. and costs. MUSIC! LICENSE FOR HAPPY VALLEY.—At Llandudno Police Court on Monday, Mr Cbnolly clerk and solicitor to Llandudno, Council, applied for a music- and dancing licence for the minstrel pitch on the Happy Valley. The performances had been going on for twenty-five years wilthouta licence. A doubt existed as to' whether a licence was needed or not,, but the Council had de- cided to apply for one.—The application was granted. BACHELOR'S SUPPER.—A bachelor's supper was given at the Tabernacle Welsh Baptist Schoolroom on Wednesday even- ing, the chairman of the committee being Mr Lloyd (B-riggs and Co.), and the secre- tary, Mr Eirian Roberts, Bryn Celyn. There was a large attendance, over 164 partaking of the good fare provided. Mr J. R. Jones presided over the concert which followed, the following contributing to an excellent prccrainiiie: -Miss S. Roberts, Miss Esther Edwards, Miss Mary Edwards, Miss Gwennie Roberts, Misses Eunice "and Lily Roberts, Mr J. Roberts (junior), Ash Grove; Mr Lloyd, and -Mr Davies. Mr J. Roberts was also the winner of a spelling competition. DEATH OF A WELL-KNOWN VISITOR,Maiiv of our readers will re- gret to hear of the death of Mr Charles Parker Dove, of Chester Lodge, Ilkley, which took place on Saturday last, at the age of 81. Mr Dove had been a regular visitor to Llandudno for very many years, and was most enthusiastic in advocating its attractions whenever opportunity afforded. He was a shareholder in the Pier Company, and much interested in the progress of that undertaking from the very first. Commenting on his character a, leading Yorkshire weekly states that he was a man of singularly youthful out- look, keenly interested in football, cricket and outdoor games generally. In politics he was a staunch Liberal, and was all through his life associated with the Wes- leyan Church. Mr Dove only outlived h¿s wife about sixteen months, their married life- extending over the long period of fifty-two years. The funeral took place at Ilkley on Monday, and was attended by a large number of friends.