Llandudno Advertiser and List of Visitors

LOCAL NEWS. ENGLISH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.— The Rev. John Waddell, B.A., Bangor, Ire- land, will preach morning and evening. VITAL STATISTICS.—The dteath, rate at Llandudno for August was only 6.3 per 1,000, arid the birth-rate during the same month was 17.9 per 1.000. ST. PAUL'S CHURCH.—Next Sunday, Sep- tember 5th, at Matins, Mr C. W. Brown will sing Recit and Aria, "If with all your hearts" from "Elijah" (Mendelssohn). The Vicar will preach. Service at 11. OFFERTORIES FOR LLANDUDNO PARISH. —The offeirtories during the month of August in the various churches of the Parish of Llan- dudno were as folio vs —Holy Trinity, £ 139 3s. 4d.; St. George, P,26 4s. 6d.; St. Tudn-o-'s, £75 2 12s. 9d.; total, P,241 Os. 7d. NEWSPAPER CRYING.—Robert Owen and J'öhn Hughes, newsboys, were charged wi'th shouting out their newspapers in such a man- ner as to create a nuisance between seven and eight o'clock in the morning.—Both pleaded guilty anct were fined Is. and costs. COLLECTIONS IN LLANRHOS P ARISH.- The collections during August at the various churches of Llanrhos Parish was as follows:- St. Paul's, £56 11s. 3d.; All Saints, P,26 14s. 4-d.; Llanrhois Parish Church, m0 10s. 9 £ d.; St. Andrew's Church, Pl 19s. Penrhynside Mission. £ 2 14s.; total, k98 9s. 6d. A PRESENTATION.—Mr W. T. Roberts, who recently passed the ministerial examination in connection with the Wesleyan Connexion, was the recipient of a purse of gold on Monday night from, the members of Ebenezer Wesleyan Church, Llandudno, on his departure for Aberayron, where he will act as supply for twelve months. At the end of that period Ma- Roberts will proceed to Didsbury College. DRUNKENNESS.—At Llandudno Police Court on Monday, before Dr. jDalton and otner magistrates, the following fines were imposed for drunkennessWilliam Kempster, Craigy- dlon, Is. and costs; Robert Roberts, Bryn Orme, Is. and costs; John Daines, Upper Mos- tyn Street, Is. and costs; Isaac Jones. Tudiio Street, Is. and costs; Robt. Roberts, Gorswen, Is. and costs; W. Lloyd Jones,, Is. and costs, and Robert Owen, Alexandra, Road, Is. and costs. WEATHER DURING AUGUST.—During the month of August the highest reading of the barometer was 30.290 on the 11th and the lowest 29,460 on the 18th. The maximum shade tem- perature was 75.2 on the 12th and the minimum 44 on the 22nd'. In the sun the highest tem- perature was 130 and the lowest 115. No less than 3.030 inches of rain were registered, the maximum fall in any twenty-four hours being 0.940 on the 17th. Over 201 hours of sunshine were recorded, there being only two sunless days. NO LICENCE.—At Llandudno Police Court on Monday, William. (Hughes, Penrbyin Bay, was charged with carrying a gun on the high- wav without a licence.—Defendant explained that he had got the gun to see if it would suit him. It did not, and he returned it. He had no gun new.—He was ordered to pay the costs. —Arthur Potts, Pem'hyn Bay, charged with not having a dog licence, wrote that the dog was not his.—The case was adjourned to the next court, cn order that he might be present. A BOARDING HOUSE! IMPOSTIER.-Last week a man speakng with an American accent going by the name of Robinson, wearing a billy cock hat, steel blue eyes, rather tall, clean shaven, long thin face, curly hadr, age about 30 or 35, put up at a local Boarding House; his only luggage was a. bicycle, and he Jeftafter enjoying the colmiforts of the house for seven days, without paying his bill. It is stated that he is wanted for acting in a similar manner on the East Coast at Whitsun- tide. LLANDUDNO POLICE- COURT.—Dr. Dalton presided at Llandudno Police Court on Mon- day, which was held in the Assembly Room of the Town Hall for the firlst time since the construction of the gallery. The acoustic pro- perties of the hall do not appear to have been materially improved, for the magistrates had frequently to ask witnesses to speak louder. The other magistrates present were Mr Robt. Roberts. Mr J. Adey Wells, Mr Jas. McMaster, Mr J. 0. Thomas, and Mr Owen Owens. CHURCH OF ENGLAND'S MEN'S SOCIETY. Under the chairmanship of the Rector of Llan- dudno (Rev. Llewelyn R. Hughes) a meeting was held in Holy Trinity Church House on Sunday evening last to 'consider the question of the formation of a branch of the above Society at Llandudtno. The meeting was ad- dressed by the Rev. E. J. Whittall, of St. Luke's, West Norwood, and by several. Clergy- men aind Laymen, who are members of the Society in England, who explained the aims and methods of work adopted by the Society. An interesting address was also delivered by the Rev, Canon Vroom, of King's College, Nova Scotia, otn the work otf the Church in Canada, in particular the work done by Lay- men. At the close the Rector invited those present who. desired to become members to give in their names, and a, meeting will pro- bably be called shortly to arrange thei formla,- tion of a brainch. society at Llandudno. MR. TENNYSON SMITH! AT MILFORD HAVEN.—Mr 'Tennyson Smith commenced his autumn campaign on Saturday last at .Milford Haven. The Mission which is to continue for ten dJays opened with a great demonstration. A procession was formed to meet Mr Tenny- son Smith on his arrival by the 3-30 train, and it was a most remarkable success. It was esti- mated that fully 1200 people were in the pro- cessiion which was over a. quarter of a mile long. There were two capital bands and the juveniles wore blue sashes and with the display of banners preceding the various contingents it miade a vetry pleasant sight, and the streets in many places along the route were lined with people who gave the Lecturer a very cordial reception. About 900 people attended the recep- tion tea, after which addresses of welcome were delivered by ministers and others, this being followed by a public meeting. Two most suc- cessful meetings were held on Sunday, and in the evening the pledge tables were so crowded with people eager to sign the pledge and put on the blue ribbon that the workers had a difficulty in coping with the wotrk. EVENING SCHOOL REPORT.—H.M. In- spector's report on the Evening School, held at Lloyd Street Co-unail School, October 1908 to March, 1909. Mr J. Vaughan Humphreys, headmaster:—"These classes have been well organisedl and are doing very useful work. The nuiiibea7 of stuents was altogether 114, and their attendance was very good iln moist cases. In view of the excellent opportunities which axe provided for further instruction by competent teachers in a wide variety of subjects (such as Arithmetic. Book-keeping, Shorithaaid, Dress- making and Welsh) it is to be regretted that a mucih largar number of young people of the town dio not take advantage of the classes. Excellent eirderz prevailed when I visited the classes, and the students were interested in their work. A good supply of useful garments was shown in the needlework class. Especially interesting was the Welsih class, attended mainly by English-speaking students, who were taught on very suiitahlei methods. Many of the students obtained certificates at the end of the session in such subjects as Short- hand, Commercial Arithmetic and Book- keeping." IN AID OF CRIPPLED AND BLIND GIRLS.—On behalf of the Crippled and Blind GirLs' Industrial branch of the Watercress and Flower Girls' Christian Mission, a grand Artificial Floral Exhibition, with sale, will be formally opened on Monday, September 6th, at 3 p.m., at the Town Hall. Llandudno, by Lady Mostyn. A number of ladies connected with, the various places of worship are taking a kindly interest in the enterprise, and will lend their aid at the stalls during the week The Mission, which is a far-reaching one, owes its existence to the late Earl of Shaftsbury, K.G., and Mr John A. Groom, and seeks to encourage help and guide the numerous classes of girls who seek their livelihood by selling flowers in the street of our large towns. It has an Orphanage at Olacton-on-Sea, and seaside and holiday home for Blind and Crip- pled girls. The orphans are trained for domestic service, and the Crippled and Blind girls are taught the beautiful art of flower- making. So well do the laitter do their work that many of the flowers made by them ere easily mistakein for the production of nature. It is hoped that all will pay a visit to this extremely novel and pretty exhibitaon and see the girls making the flowers; they are made of the best woven material, no paper ones. Admission free. „

Artistes at tfye (Concepts. MR. WALTER HYDE (Tenor). 16th Special, September 4th. MISS EDITH EVANS (Sopranos. September 4th to 9th. L ::ç;0'?00;«,r" MR. J, H, FOULDS 1 PHOTO BY EDGE LTD. MR. ERNEST PIKE (Tenor). September 7th to 10th. GEORGE ATKIYSON (folo, Pianist). PHOTO BY EDGE, LTD. .E. R. JOACHIM (Violinist and Composer;.

CORRESPONDENCE. unsightly ADv!•:i, 11 si-iENT<. 1'0 the. Editor- Sear Sir,-May I call your attention, if it has escaped your notice, of the downward grade the Town Councillors are taking, in allow ing advertisements of tradesmen to appear on the mainsail of one of the boats for hire in your bay, which if allowed to remain will nc<t end here. It is bad enough to have to put up with all the hoardings which mar the Jurney by rail en route to your beautiful town w:/>ut having to sit in your apartmenits on the iront and see, a moving advertisement shett in the water. Besides, sir, being an eyesore, it will induce other advertisers to announce their wares, and Llandudno with its bathing- machines plastered on all sides with some- body's Soothing Syrup, lor Soap that won't wash clothes is too. horrible to. contemplate. I venture to hope this appeal will not be in vain.—Yours, etc., A THIRTY YEARS' VISITOR. -<>

PIER CONCERTS. FIFTEENTH SPECIAL. At an early hour, "Standing Boom Only," was announced- with regards the second class seats at this concert, and the few remaining in the fr-ont of the house wanted a lot of find- ing. Thomais's overture. "Mignon," was given a most hearty round of applause, and called forth the remark of a first-timer at these con- certs, hi our hearing, "They can play," with an accent on the "can." Mr J. H. Foulds' 'cello solo in Volkmana's Serenade for Strings "Op. 69 N'j 3" was somewhat marred by late- comers, who insisted upon searching for seat- amongst the tip ups, during the softer passages of this delightful serenade. Tschaikow ky's Pizzicato Ostitiato, from Symphony in F Minor "No. 4" was given a better chance, amd thoroughly enjoyed bv tll present. Wagner s Fantasia, "Lohengrin," Eizet's "Carmen" Suite No. 2, and Humperdirck's Dream.-Panto- mime, "Hansel and Crete]," were the other main items of a highly enjoyable proigranmie. •» MR. HENRY TURNPENNY (Tenor). Mr Turnpenny commenced a week's engage- ment at this concept with Gounod's "Lend me your Aid," and for an 'encore saing "Songs of Araby." Balfe's "Come into the garden Maud" was hits second song on the programme, and he was again recalled. Handel's Recit, "Deeper and deeper still," with the Air, "Waft her Angels," which he sang at the' Sunday evening's .concert, gained for him unstinted applause. Mr Turnpenny has sung with suc- cess -throughout the week, securing an encore at every appearanc i. » » MISS EVANGELINE FLORENCE. This charming can tat rice was in tip-top form, and .sang with delightful ease Gounod's "Message d'Amour" ("Mireille), and was vociferously recalled. She complied with a Feranade. In the second! portion of the even- ing's programtme she sang Liza Lehmann's "The Wood Pigeon" and Eilvira, Gambogi's "Flower Fairies," and again scored a great success. Always a favourite with Llandudno .audiemces Miss Ev £ ngeline Florence was at this visit the first since August 24th, 1907, even more than usually brilliant', the highest notes were sung with such apparent ease, power and sweetness of expression as to charm all present, and we congratulate ourselves most heairtily that we had not missed the oppor- tunity of renewing our acquaintance with this daughter of U.S.A. < MR. J. H. FOULDS, Composer-Conductor. Sunday evening's concert was made memorable from the fact that Mr J. H. Foulds conducted his new Music-Poem for violin and orchestra. "Apotheosis," Mr A. W. Payne play- ing the violin solo. This work was conceived and ,c'clmposedupon the death of J'oachim in 1907, and is dedicated to his memory. It is divided into stanzas like a literary poem, in the same manner as the lomposeir's previous "music poemns." » The main interest is centered on the violin solo, ajnd Mr Payne's interpretation was fol- lowed and listened to by the large audience present with the keenest interst. The com- poser very naturally was deeply interested in the production of hiis work, and the gentle- men of the orchestra Were all anxious to ren- der justice to their respective parts. "Apotheosis" is undoubtedly a very clever piece of work, one that appeals to the imagina- tion and stirs- the emotions. The remarks of those who were present and had not studied their priO'gramime, that it wa,s sad and mourn- ful, was the highest complimelnt they c-oubl pay to the earlier portion of this composition. To our mind it was miost expressive, full of eharftcter and individuality, probably more suitable for a, chamber concert, for some of the more delicate passages were entirely lost, the pavilion being packed, 'more especlally in the gallery, where now again the creak of a closing door was distracting to those intent on following every note. It was not sufficiently marked, however, to spoil the, general effect, and cclnclusiively proved that Mr J. H. Foulds lias t.boro'uglhly mastered the technique of his craft. We shall certainly make a point of being present at the next performance, and being more favourably placed for hearing aright. MR. GEORGE ATKINSON, Pianoforte Soloist. At Tuesdfcy evening's concert Mr Atkinson, who has been making many new friends and admirers this season for the excellence of his pianoforte solo productions, was most en- thusiastically received, both prior to and after h;s Concerto, "Andante" and "Allegro con I Spinto" (Tschaikowsky). Despite the fact it was the last item before the interval the audience insisted upon an encore, and were further raised' to a high pitch of enthusiasm by his delightful xenditi-ori of A Minuet bv Sgamoari. SIXTEENTH GRAND SPECIAL. To-night (Saturday) the vocalists secured are Mr Walter Hyde, tenor, and Miss Edith Evans, soprano, and the programme is also a par- ticularly attractive one, from an orchestral items point of view.

GAS V. ELECTRICITY. THE BATTLE OF THE LIGHTS. Gas: I say old man you're looking very yellow. Electricity: Yes, and I feel rather bad too: it would be better if I were dead. I've been working over 1500 hoars and I've only a useful J life ot 1000, and \et master's always grumbling and saying I give a very bad light. I Gas: lie's quite right, but then you never were much good, even when you were young. Now I'm the latest up-to-date gas mantle. 1 give a nice greenish white light, none of your yeilow bilious light, and then I only cost my master two thirds what you GO per liour. Electricity: Oh, dear, i m afraid if that's true all my race are doomed. I do feel bad; I'm dying! i Blue flash, then darkness. j Gas (jumping and dancing): Joy joy! I'm winning, they'll soon all be dying; aiiict those that don't die will be cast out". Master (coming in): Hallo! what's up; its rather dark in toe corner. Oh! I see its that electric lamp failed at last. Well I'll try one of those new lamps that my engineer, Wil- Lou-ghby Lance has been showing me. He showed me quite clearly that it only costs one- third for electricity that the old one used to, While the gas cost two-thirds; that means that for every 3d. I used to spend on electricity or 2d. on gas, with this new lamp I shall only spend id., and there is no doubrt it is much cieaner, safer and mo: convenient, than gas. Gas (shaking): Whew, that's a bad wind: its torn my mantle; I don't like tne sound of it at all. Master obtains a EOc.p metal filament lamp and puts it :n. Gas: Oh, that's a dazzler, why it's a better light than my ov n. Tp new lamp: I say, what do you call your- serH New Electric Lamp: Please I'm an Osram. Gas A what? Electric Lamp: Ai Osiam, at least that's what I heard Willoughby Lance call me when he put me into a meter and tested me, saying, "Now here's an Osram; look at the .current it t-akc-s; it gives 50 candle power and consumes the same current as that old fashioned 16c.p. which equals a saving of two-thirds. Gas: Oh!_Oh! (splitting down the side), this is too bad, it gives me pain; it Looks as though my brothers will have to strengthen their con- stitution and economise their energy. Master: There, look at that gas mantle. I declare that's the second one that's gone in the last .month, and it's not nearly soo pleasant a light as that iiaw lamp. I'll have all the gas out and let Willoughby Lance wire the whole places for Osrains Gas (shakiina- more than cer): Pop! pop!! pop II! pop! Mastei turns the gas out ANGLING COMPETITION.—The result of

the' third special angling competition, decided an Thursday, was: -1, Mr E. Boot (71b. lOoz.): 2. Mr Huntington. London (41b. 12oz.): 3. Mr Moore, London (31b. 12oz.) Next Wedfnesday there will be an all day competition for very valuable prizes, full particulars of which, are advertised in our columns.

I. ATE ADVEITISEM ENT. WANTED —A G-cod General for Lancashire. Ir-terview between 6-9 Monday evening.—Bryn Gwynedd, Nantygamar Road.

THE ADVERTISER SAYS That the Llandudno Amateurs Football Club will play their opening match in the North Wales League Tournament on the Council Field on Saturday next. That thair opponents will be Llanberis, who have been admitted to the League this year. That throe league i-natches will be played dur- ing September, two at home and one away. That the Great Orne Tramway is having the best season on its history. That the receipts show a very satisfactory in- crease as compared with the last three years. < That this should be pleasant reading for the shareholders. That we are pleased to note that the Governors of the Llandudno County School have deter- mined to reduce the school fees from £7 lis. to -65 per annum. That it is hoped that this will induce more parents to send thodr children to the school and enable the school to earn larger govern- ment grants. < < That the first day excursion from London to Llandudno took plac-e on Monday last. < That thera were about three hundred passengers who (travelled by corridor express. That they left Euston at 12-10. reaching L'an- dudno shortly before six in the morning and returned between five and six in the evening. < That the fare for the day was twelve shillings and sixpance. < That the tottal gross takings at the Globe Bazaar were well over £1000. That included in this sum was a cheque for £ 70 from Mrs Walsh. in addition toO the re- ceipts at her stall at the bazaar. That Mrs Walch had previously given Z200 to the St. Paul's Church Fund. » Thait she has always been a consistent and I liberal supporter of the Cburcih and a generous contributor to all good objects, hav- .ing for their aim the assistance ot the poor and needy. • the .information That we are indebted to a contemporary for the .information » That Councillor Ilsnry Wilson has been ap- pointed "Canon." C < That Canon Henry Wilson, we are informed, seconded a vote of thanks at a recant bazaar. That the Llandudno Sea Anglers axe holding a whole day competition, commencing at 10 a.m., on Wednesday next (weather per- mitilng). If unfavourable on Thursdav. That special prizes are being offered to induce ladlies to take part. » That upwardis of P,5 in all has been secured for the various prizes. That the boatman who brings in the winner of the first prize will, receive five shillings. That the competition is an OpSll one. That further details may be obtained from Mr Ho'wel Jones. 32, Mostyn Street, honorary y y secretary, ot Captain R.' Dunphy, of Dunphy. Ltd., Mostyn Street. < < That tihe "Merry Widow" has been playing to a merry tune. u .L -j=.i.i. J. That "OUT Miss Gibbs," who a few weeks ago secured the best on record for three nights' takings, has not been allowed to retain it for anv length of time. < That the "Merry Widow" has easily waltzed into the affections of the public and raised -the figures to a prodisfi-ous heisht. < That she is now busily eingaged attempting to gam fresh laurels by breaking tihe week's receipts of the best on record for one com- pany. » That the services of Mr Harry Liston and Miss Lord Lmnley have been secured by the Extension Concert Committee for special matinees at the Pier Pavilion from October 25th to the 31st. That we hear a complimentary benefit will be given, shortly, at the Town Hall to Mr Liston and Miss Lunilev That Mr L. A. P. Waivier, superintendent of the Chester and Holyhead section of the North-Westerm Railway Company, convened a meeting -of the various representatives of Councils and Advertising Associations of North "Wales, at Colwvn Bay on Friday last. Tnat Llandudno represented by Mr MeMaster. Messrs J. J. Marks Robert Robert, and W. 0. Williams. # That a. resolution was proposed, and carried, to consider a scheme of co-operairion betweet the various towns in North Wales in conjunc- tion with The L. and N.W. Railway Company, for further advertising the charms of Sunrlv Wales. That Mr Warner, who occupied the chair, pointed out to the meeting whait the L. and N.W. Railway Company had already done this season. That h2 pointed out that the Company would continue to advertise North Wales bv means of the bioscooe. < That he had heard lodging-house keepers had this season put. up their prices. That it was a bad policy It was killing the goose which laid the golden eesr. That the Company would take up the adver- tising of North Wales during- winter if North Wales would help them. < < < That he advocated Winter Garder-s < That he further pointed out Thai the towns which helped the Railway Company would naturally have a preferential claim on the Company. < < That they mrenaed to run mare trains in winter ironi London » That there. would be excursion Trains to the principal attractions durins the winter for visitors. That Mr McMaster announced the- had a Railway Facilities Commdittee ar Llandudno, and it had decide.d to subscribe £ 100 That, a flying ma-dhine has been built by Mr George Callis to Mr C. P. Crawford's cl er z-. Tnat its destination is a profound secret That with the wane of the season it is anti- eipared Mr C. P. Crawford will resume his wek-end fishing in Llandudno bay. That he has been breaking all existing records in the Lake District for fi v and worm fishing. That whilst at business he glories dii niionstre crowds, h3 prefers to be far from the mad- dening erowd when at recreation. < That the announcement Dr. Cook has made a dash to and discovered the North Pole for Mr Craw'ford to introduce Boiler Rinking, is dis- credited in most circles. That we understand it is a "dashed" dnventiotn. that Louis d2 Rougeinont was .consulted bv Dr. Cook before his dash performance That we remember hearing of an American who swam the Channel last season. < < That the news only leaked out after our cousin had returned to. U.S.A. That we do not desire to sav the report has been Cooked. That Mr R. H. Edwards has been the recipient of an illuminated address, a suit case and engraving and a travelling clock as a testi- monial of the respect in which he was held as station-master at Degajnwy. 4. That ne :s heartily to be congratulated upon his promotion to the post of Istationmaer at Penmaenmawr. » That he carries with him the est.e,em and respect of all who knew him. < That Mr A. W. Kentleton. who was at one tim." a member of the Pier Compamy's Orchestra, visited Llandudno pTofessiünally this week, <. That, he is now the leader in te "Merry Widow" Company's Orchestra at the Grand Theatre. That he r,enewed his acquaintance with some of the "boys" of the old brigade. » » That "Jack Brown" is dead. That we undentalnd his life and adventures have been the subject of general conversation during the past week. That the statement made by a police sergeant from Conway, that he has been a dog, is not .admitted by all his pals. That, he ne\er forg-ct a friend. hTat he sometimes kept late hours, and in fact wa,s no plaster saint, but his kindly nature. endeared him to all, old and yoang. That he di.ed in harness, having been seen accompanying a lady companion to Churchill's benefit la,t Wednesday week. < < That he has sat on the bench on more than One occasion, and been brought before- their Wrorslhips fctr late hours. *■ # That he was not afraid to go out in the dark, but the bench fined him one shilling and costi for doin^ so. That from that date "Ja,ck Brown" has lived a changed life. » That he felt the disgrace of it most keenly, and literally weint to the dogs, m That his guardian, Professor Beaumont, is making arrangements to have "Jack Brown" stuffed and placed dn a glass case. < That there's no truth in the rumour that Hall Caine has been requisitioned to write the histoiy of J.B.'s life. That the Llandudno F.C. have not joined the Players' Union. PRESENTATION.—On Sunday evening, after

service at All Sairts' Church, Deganwy. the Rev. D. Thomas, curate, was presented in the vestry by the members of the choir with a handsome gold-mounted umbrella. Mr Arrow- smith, the organist, made the presentation on behalf of the .choir in a few well-dhosen. words. The Rev. Mr Thomas, who was taken quite un- awares, was quite overcome, and feelingly re- turned thanks. He said he would remember that kindness as long as he lived. The rev. gentleman is leaving the district to travel for the benefit of his health. _L: