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CLAIM AGAINST A LLANDUDNO TRADESMAN. THE HE IIEA R I K C. CASE DISMISSED. The rehearing of the case, which Louisa Hughes, 23 years of age, of Bryn- rhys, Glan Conway, brought against Wm. Phillips, greengrocer, and fruiterer, Lloyd Street, and the New Market Hail, Llandudno, to show cause why he should not be ordered to contribute towards the maintenance of her child, took place at Llanrwst Police Court on Monday after- noon and Tuesday morning. It will be remembered that the justices were equally divided a fortnight ago, which necessitated the case being gone through again. On this occasion the Bench ap- pointed Mr H. J. W. Watling (presiding), Major Priddle and Mr J. RI. Williams, to adjudicate upon it. After a hearing of 6-g hours on Monday afternoon, the case 2 was adjourned until half-past nine on Tuesday morning. Mr W. Twigge Ellis (Llanrwst) was for tHe, complainant, and Mr J. J. Marks (Llandudno) for the de- fendant. Mr Phillips is a well-known tradesman, and an active member of St. John's English Wesleyan Church, and in consequence of his social position great interest was taken in the case. The evidence for the most part wa,s a repetition of what was given at the previous hearing, a summary of which was published in these columns. The only material addition in the com- plainant's evidence was that when Mr Phillips and her sister came to the .> kitchen, where Mrs Phillips and witness wey,e--tha,t is, at the, time when she wrote down on a, piece of paper that the defen- dant was not the father of her child-Mr Phillips sat beside her on the sofa; he had his baby in his arms. He put his arm t. around her waist, whereupon Mrs Phillips shouted, "Now, Will, don't forget yourself." Defendant replied, "I can't help it." When Mr Phillips was cross- examined on the point he characterised it as ridiculous, and Mrs Phillips denied the statement. William Williams (Deganwy), who it transpired, was described as the sweetheart of complainant's sister, was one of the witnesses, (but he could only corroborate the evidence of the, girl's mo their. Carrie Hughes, the complainant's sister, corroborated evidence with regard to the "waist" incident. In being cross- examined the witness declared that the child was like Mr Phillips, and if they adopted her suggestion they would have brought him there. Mr Percy Downing, manager of The Maypole Dairy, Mostyn Street, said that the complainant called upon him one night—he could not give the date-and showed him three or four pounds in gold and some silver. In reply to Mr Marks, the witness said that he did not know where she got the money from. Catherine Davies, 4, King's Road, de- posed that on the Thursday before the previous hearing of the. case, Mr Phillips told her in the course of a conversation that. the night of the 7th of January last was the only one he was alone with the girl in the house. When questioned on this, the defendant remarked that Mrs Da/vies must have misunderstood him. James Owen, 20, Jubilee Street, was another new witness. He stated that the last time he was with the complainant was albout a week 'before Xmas. He had walked out three, or four times with her altogether. There had been no impro- priety between them. She was the most straightforward girl in Llandudno. He remembered meeting defendant on Con- way Road last Spring. The complainant was in his employ at the time.. Mr y r Phillips came up to him on his bike and said, "Hullo, Jimmy, I never see you with Ada now." Witness, replied, "I never go with Ada, now, she is not good enough, for me." Defendant said, "She is a very good girl, Jimmy, and she is very fond of you." He replied, "Oh; is she'I'm glad some- body is fond of me." When, questioned on the forgoing evidence, Mr Phillips said that he never had. a.ny such conversation. He saw Owen on the road very often, and if he could fix ,a date he (defendant) might be able to remember the conversation be- tween them. Dr. John David Jones, Llandudno Junction, gave medical evidence. In his opinion the grli might, or might not, give birth to a child on the 6th of October, if the assault had occurred on the 7th of January. There was no new evidence fox the de- fence. Mr Phillips characterised the complaint's story as a, pack of lies. Defendant also stated that a sister of hers would have fathered her child on another tradesman in Mostyn Street (whose name had been previously men- tioned in court) if the dates had fitted in. Mrs Phillips and others supported the defendant's evidence in material parts, all being a repetition of what they gave before. THE VERDICT. The Bench reitred to consider the case, and on re-appearing the Chairman said: This is a, very important case. Never in the history of this court has a case occu- pied so much time. At the first hearing six justices sat, and at its conclusion the Bench was equally divided. We have con- sidered the evidence very carefully. We are in a better position on this occasion than the other magistrates were, as further evidence has been produced, and we have come to the conclusion that the case against the defendant must be dis- missed.

WEDNESDAY LEAGUE. CELTS v. CORINTHIANS. On Wednesday these teams were en- gaged in a league encounter, the Corin- thians proving the better team by a mar- gin of two goals. At the outset the game was of an even character, Brown for the Celts having most to do in the goal-keep- ing department, and came through the ordeal with distinction. No goals had been scored up to half-time, and referee Vincent gave, in view of the late hour, but a short rest. The Celts were the first to make head- way in this half, but they were unable to keep up the pressure. It was no surprise when Breeze, who had been playing throughout a fine game, found the net with a clinking oblique shot, which the cus- todian tried vainly to reach. It was not the custodian's fault, he had previously stopped shots well-directed from Brookes, Griffiths and Eillis, and received the hearty plaudits of the spectators. Once having tasted the fruits of victory the Corinthians went straight away for goal, the defence being' steady at a, trying moment. The Corinthians' defence was constant- ly being tested, 'but both Lunt and Davies were at their best; the latter was dubbed on the grand stand "Stonewall Jack," and his defensive tactics entitled him to this nom-de-plume. The second goal, which fell to the Corinthians' credit, was the direct result of a foul. Del Brookes took the, free kick from just out- side the danger zone, and netted. With- out wishing) to detract from Brookes' shot, which was well judged, there can be no doubt that the tactics of the. defenders in crowding up in ai bunch, unsighted the custodian, who made a fine effort, but slipped. For a match composed of local! players it was generally played in good spirit. One noticed once or twice, an attempt to introduce a, "gentlemanly" foul, but any such seen by the referee were instantly pounced upon. The art of fouling, and being able to deceive the spectators and referee whilst doing it, has been lost, and the past-master declines to give private tuition. It's like wireless telegraphy, you can't see it. t;.

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WELSH SENIOR CUP. LLANDUDNO AMATEURS v. CARNARVON. A DRAWN GAMEL The weather on Saturday morning was anything but promising for the important cup-tie between Llandudno Amateurs and Carnarvon United, which was to be the bill of fare on the Council, Field. It re- mained dull throughout the day, but very fortunately but little rain fell during the time play lasted, and as there was but little wind and the air was warm for the time of year spectators had but little to complain of. Before dealing with the match a peculiar co-incidence should be noted. In January last the same clubs were drawn together in the Amateur Cup Competition, and the, date fixed proved to be polliing day in the Carnarvon Boroughs. The Carnarvon Cluib scratched and were subsequently reprimanded by the Asso- ciation. I believe they were also fined. I don't know that the Amateurs were at a loss, for they induced the now defunct Conway club to decide a. postponed League match, and of course took the whole of the gate. The co-incidence lies in the fact that Saturday was again poll- ing day in the Boroughs. Many wondered if the Carnarvon Club would again give the Amateurs a. walk-over. I was inclined to be a, bit sceptical myself, for I wrote to the secretary of the club on Wednesday asking him to forward me the names of the selected players. Notwithstanding the fact that I enclosed a stamped address postcard I have not yet received any reply. They, however, had no intention of allowing a walk-over this time. On the contrary they sent over a very clever team, who gave a very good account of themselves. I was very pleased to see that Mr R. D. Richards, of Bangor, was the referee. I do not hold a brief for him, but I must say that his conduct of all the games at which I have seen him officiate has been above criticism. The teams he had con- trol of on this occasion were constituted as follows:- Llandudno: Stallard; J. H. Jones and Ben Morris; J. Brown, Johnson and Pearson; J. Ei. Williams, Dan Davies, W. F. Cleave, R. Davies, and J. Williams. Carnarvon: G. Jones; H. Jones and E. Hughes, T. Eldwards, H. Jones, J. Williams; J. Jones, WI. Land, Walter Jones; Tom Roberts and R. H. Roberts. The gate was a very good one, and in- cluded many from Carnarvon, not to men- tion Tommy McCann and. a few other Colwyn Bay players, who had an off-day on Saturday. Friend Hersee also enjoyed a day off from referee duties and looked on from the stand. I have not seen him officiate except for, about fifteen minutes at the Junction about a month ago, for a very long time. During the short time I was there it was evident he was as keen as ever to detect transgressions and prompt. with the whistle. The visitors started towards the Mostyn Broadway goal, and at once made tracks for the home goal, Walter Jones being early in evidence with a neat pass to Tom Roberts, the latter spoiling, the move- ment by passing too far forward and danger was removed. Continuing, the attack, Tom Roberts tested Stallard, but not very seriously. This ended the visi- tors' prominence for some time, for the home forwards got into their stride and made things, hum round the Carnarvon goal. Both outsiders were in particular- ly good trim, and had Cleave not mulled ly chances the Amateurs would have been I two up in the first quarter of an hour. On one occasion with no one but the goal- keeper to beat he kicked high over the I bar from short range. This was from one of Jimmy Williams' characteristici centres, and a Igroan of disappointment went up from the crôwd. Little. Dan then forced himself into the picture, and was making straight for goal .when he was fouled just outside the penalty area. The ensuing free kick was charged down, but almost immediately afterwards Dan again got possession and transferred to J. E;, Wil- liams, who made a, great effort, his final being only a couple of inches too high. A few seconds later he had another try, the custodian just turning the leather round the upright at the expense of a fruitless corner. From this onwards the pace improved, the 'ball travelling rapidly from end to end. Walter; Jones was playing a great game for his side, but Tom Roberts had a tendency to get offside, and a couple, of promising openings were spoiled. Stal- I "lard did well to clear a hot one from the Carnarvon skipper at the expense of a corner. Then Jimmy Williams got going, and had hard lines with a shot that struck the near upright and glided behind. p The home halves .were, not -up to their usual standard, and a, great deal of work fell! unnecessarily to the backs. Both, however, were at their best, tackling skill- fully and kicking strongly in the right direction. Brown was -the best of the halves, Johnson being rather slow, and Pearson nothing like as impressive as usual. They, however, managed to keep the ball in Carnarvon territory, and after about half-an-hour's play Jimmy Williams was put into -possession by little Dan, sprinted up. the field and centred across the goal mouth. C'eave gathered the ball, and shot, but Jones partially cleared. Bob Davies was lying handed got his cranium to the sphere and guided it sa.fely into the net, amidst enthusiastic cheers. In almost less time than it takes to write, the visitors were at the other end, and T. Roberts had just put the finishing touch I to a grand effort by Walter Jones, Stallard not having the ghost of a chance of saving. After this reverse the Amateurs went at it hammer and tongs, and Jones was test- ed time after time. Chances galore were given the centre and inside men, but Cleave was quite off, and although corners were forced nothing, further was scored before half-time, when the score was Llandudno Amateurs 1 Carnarvon United 1 The visitors were the first to become prominent after the resumption, but Johnson twice pulled up Walter Jones, and with a, good kick transferred the scene of operations. J. Ei. Williams and Little Dan were early in the limelight with a good combined run, the first-named centreing accurately, only to see Cleave fail to gather' the ball. The homesters were, however, not to be denied, for Dan got possession again and looked all over a scorer when he was grassed foully just outside the penalty line. J. H. Jones was entrusted with the kick, and drove the ball through a ruck of players into the net well out of the reach of Jones. This put more life into the game, and repeat- ed attacks were made on the Caamarv In citadel. Dan was a,gain fouled in the vicinity of goal, and this time the offender was cautioned by Mr Richards. The free kick was not turned to account, but the visitors' goal was the scene of many excit- ing incidents during the next few minutes. Twice the custodian saved from Bob Davies and then from both outsiders. Cleave made a great effort to get through on his own, but fell at the critical moment. Jimmy should have opened his account for the season, but hesitated, and the chance was gone. Dan, too, was not quick enough to shoot when he got chances. He is a good little player, but instead of trying to work himself into a better position for scoring should shoot quicker. Finessing for posiition is all very well at times, but a quick shot is often more effective. •L During this period the Amateurs ap- peared to have the game in their hands, but a rush by Carnarvon put a different complexion on the game, and after a corner had been cleared Walter Jones got possession, and after a brilliant individual run scored a, beautiful goal, the best of the match. Thereafter, Carnarvon at- tacked strongly, and Brown was injured, but was able to resume, although he limp- ed for the rest of the game. Stallard saved frequently, and eventually the home defence resumed the upper hand, and maintained it to the end. The downfall of the visitors' goal appeared certain time after time in the last few minutes, but luck was against the Amateurs and the game ended Llandudno Amateurs 2 Carnarvon United 2 Taken all through the game was a most exhilerating one. The four goals scored .were well deserved rewards for good play, with nothing of the fluke about any one of them. The Amateurs should have scored a couple more on the balance of play and chances afforded. Cleave, how- ever, was quite "off" in his shooting. For once in a way Harold Pearson was also off. He did not appear at all well. John- son improved in the second half, and I am inclined to think that he takes a, little time to get up steam as it were. He is always more in the picture towards the end of the game than at the beginning. Brown wa,s as versatile as usua.l, but his injury in the second half was a great handicap. Both J. H. Jones and Morris were on top of their form, and Stallard could not be blamed for either of the two goals.

THE RE-PLAY AT CARNARVON. The teams met again at Carnarvon on Thursday afternoon. During the week Dan Davies developed a bad cold, and a re-arrangement of the Llandudno team was necessary. Jack Brown was put into the vacancy at inside right and W. Edwards filled the half-back position. From the very start the game was exciting and fast. The re-arranged Amateurs' for- ward line was quite a success, and Car- narvon goal was frequently in danger. So great was. the pressure on the home goal that one of the backs had to give away a corner. This was turned to account by Jack Brown, who back-heeled the ball into the net. This was one of the most tricky bit, of work, and Jack was heartily cheered by the few Liandudno spectators who witnessed the match. Carnarvon, as at Llandudno, made a great effort to draw level, and ten minutes later Land scored a capital goal Llandudno presssd severely for the re- mainder of the half, but could not again break through the home defence, and the teams crossed over on an equal footing. The second half was equally exciting, but neither side was able, to score and an extra, half-hour was ordered by Mr R.. D. Richards. This was non-productive of goals, the game ending in a draw of one goal each. Stallard between the sticks was in great form, and saved his charge repeatedly, One save from Land was a masterpiece, and how he succeeded in turning the ball over the bar was a puzzle to all. Both Ben. Morris and J. H. Jones were sound and at tlie^r best. A feature of the game was the duel between Tommy Johnson and Walter Jones. Honours were even, which says much for the Amateurs' skipper. Pearson had a tough handful in the two Roberts, and acquitted himself well, having quite recovered the usual form. Will Edwards at right half played a splend'.d game. Coming to the forwards, Cleeve was at his best, and was a tower of strength when the goal had to be. de- fended from corner kicks. On those occasion he used his head to some pur- pose. Jack Brown played a dashing and clever game. Bob Davies was good in the first half, but got a kick in the second.

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WELSH COAST LEAGUE DIVISION II. LLANDUDNO JUNCTION v. PEN- MAENMAWR. The undefeated Penmaenmawr team journey to the Junction on Saturday with a good following to meet the Junction Re- serves. The home team were strongly re- presented, having Ernest Parry in the centre forward position and Craven at ,outside right. The visitors, however, proved too good, taking the lead after fifteen minutes' play. and adding a second before half-time without any response from the railway men. The second half was quite as much in their favour, and Llew Parry was thrice defeated. The final score was Penmaenmawr 5, Junction Reserves 0. The career of the victors is being watched with interest. They have, no league fixture for to-day, but next Saturday will be at home to Llanfair- fechan. They are not due at Llandudno until February 25th. FRIENDLY MATCHES. A number of friendly matches were played on Saturday afternoon. Bangor Reserves beat Varsity College by four goals to two; Normal College beat G-kis- infryn Swifts 4-2. Colwyn Bay Higher Grade School beat Llanrwst County School 3-1. Tregarth Celts beat Penmaenmawr Celts 3-2. AMATEURS ENTERTAINED TO SUPPER. The Amateurs were entertained to sup- per at the Avondale on Saturday by Mr Holden, president of the club, and Mr J. H. Vincent. About forty were present including members of the committee. Afterwards a smoking concert was held, ta which the following gave assistance — Mr D. Garic Roberts, Mr W. Owen (Settle), Mr Llew Jones, Little Johnny, and Messrs. R. Davies, J. M. Davies, W. Swann, Jas. Owen, G. Codman. Short speeches were made by Mr Holden, Mr R. J. Pritchard, Mr A. Hill. and Mr Vincent. Mr T. W. Stoddart was the accompanist. THE EVOLUTION OF FOOTBALL. When I started to give the, history of football in response to a request made by a correspondent I had no idea the quest would take me beyond the middle ages. As no history of football would be complete, however, without first ascertaining the original of the ball as a plaything, it was necessary to pierce through the darkness which obscures the joys and the sorrows of our forefathers of the days when the earth was young1. It has been shewn that the first ball was some round natural ob- ject which led to unexpected results and that mankind had progressed so far on the march to civilization as to commence to clothe themselves in the skins of goats and other animals which abounded on the earth in those days. The introduction of clothing in the form of skins increased the duties which fell to the mothers of the race. When the man killed the animal and flayed it, his share of the task was complete, and that of the woman commenced. It was she who had to make fit for wearing the coat of skin, and it may be imagined that as the art of curing took a Long time to perfect, she was called upon very fre- quently to scour with fine sand the inside of the garment. This of course increased her duties, and it became more and more necessary for her to find something where- with to hold the interest of the ris'ng generation. Necessity was ever mother of invention, and one day when more than usually distracted by her youngsters one of these mothers cut the head from off one of the dried goat skins and threw it to them, exclaiming in the language of the period, "Here take that and amuse your- selves for a while." What these young sters did will be told next week. WELSH CUP TIES. The draw for the third round of Welsh Senior (Association) Cup took place on Wednesday night, and resulted as follows Bangor v. Llandudno or Carnarvon Chester v. Mold: Connah's Quay v. Northern Nomads Whitchurch v. John- stown Oswestry v. Druids Wrexham v. Chirk; Cardiff or Tonp&ntre v. Treharris; Liandrindod Wells v. Llanfyliin or Royal Weigh Fiisiliers, Newtown. The first-named clubs have the choice of ground. The ties are to he played on January 7th. A complete collection of sports, re- quisites are to he seen at Nelson's, Glod- daeth Street. Inspect their stock before deciding on your Christmas presents. Most women pawn their diamonds be- cause they are tired of being "stoney." Before buying your Xmas Presents see the latest Novelties in Reading's windows and ask to inspect same. Only address, Chester House, Upper Mostyn Street. A college education, we are told, is of no use to a. 'bus-driver. We should have thought that any experience of "coaches" would have been of some service.

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which caused him to go lame for the re- mainder of the game. At outside left Jimmy Williams was excellent^ but was very roughly used by the half-back op- posing him. J. E. Williams was also in form. In fact the whole team was excel- lent, and with a little luck would have won. To-day they pay another visit to Car- narvon in the Welsh Amateur Cup Com- petition. The same players will do duty. The third meeting in the Senior Cup Com- petition has been fixed for December 27th on the Council Field.