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ROUND AND ABOUT TOWYN.
ROUND AND ABOUT TOWYN. Towyn abounds in pleasant excursions, and the visitor, if the weather is favourable, need never be at a loss where to go and what to see. Every week- day during the summer months Mr. Carter's well- appointed coaches or Chars -a-banc, run from the railway station to Talyllyn by way of the Dysynni Valley, returning by a different route, or to Pennal and back, a delightful drive of about 20 miles, ten of which on the return journey are along the sea coast. If we take this trip we pass through what is known as THE HAPPY VALLEY," and an opportunity is afforded visitors of ascend- ing Cae Ceinach hill, permission for which has been kindly granted by the Marchioness of Lon. donderry. A most charming view of the estu- ary of the Dovey and the surrounding country can be obtained from this point. RAIL AND COACH EXCURSIONS are arranged daily by the Cambrian Railways Com- pany to Tanybwlch and Maentwrog, the Raven and Cataract Waterfalls; to Dolgelley, the Torrent Walk, the Precipice Walk, Ty'nygroes, and the three Waterfalls; to Cwmbychan Lake to which a combined and short walking tour over the moun- tains may be added. This does not by any means exhaust the programme as reference to the Com- pany's advertisements will show, but in this article we have to deal with these walkp and drives rather nearer home first premising that there is excellent boating and fishing on the Dysynni river which here empties itself into the sea. The first excursion to which we will refer is that I ———— DOLGOCII FALLS. TO TAL-Y-LLYN AND BACK. We start soon after ten o'clock in the morning from the railway station in a comfortable char-a-banc and are soon bowling along the main street, past the Church, the Whitehall and Corbett Arms Hotels up Maengwyn street into the Bryncrug road. In a few minutes the Cemetery on the right is left behind, and we soon reach YNYS-Y-MAENGWYN park where we just catch a glimpse of the historical and picturesque mansion of Mr. John Corbett, to whom Towyn owes so much. The ancient seat was burnt during the civil wars of 1643 to prevent its affording shelter to the Parliamentary party. Con- tinuing our journey three fields, called Dolyffrwya, are pointed out, on our left, within the area of which Prince Llewellyn is said to have fought a great battle. Further on we reach BRYNCRUG near which village there once stood the Manor House from which the same Prince wrote his letters to the Archbishops of Canterbury and York and where 20 years later Edward I. dated a charter. A mound or tumulus on the hill-side less than half a mile south .of the br-dge is called Tomeii Ddreiniog. At Bryncrug is pointed out the cottage where at one time lived Mary J ones, whose name is mentioned as the person who probably was the means of starting the British and Foreign Bible Society. Continuing our journey for about a mile and a half a halt is made at CEENCOCH, a roadside inn, where the opportunity, first of taking refreshments and afterwards of visiting Llanegryn Church is offered. The building stands on an eminence and is an ancient structure in the early- English style of architecture. There is an elaborately carved oak screen and rood loft said to have been brought from Cwmmer Abbey, near Dolgelley. A curious Norman font will also attract attention. Proceeding on our way we arrive in succession at the villages of LLANEGRYN AND PENIARTH, and then following the line of the valley with the Cader Idris Range bounding the wild prospect on our left we wind round past one of the most remarkable features of this district and a prominent object from many points of view-Craig-y-Deryn, or, as it is more popularly called THE BIRD ROCK. This rock, the dwelling of the hawk and the cormorant, is about 700 feet in height and the view from its summit is only equalled by Cader Idris without its attendant fatigue. It derives its name from the number of birds which frequent it in the breeding season and thus find shelter for them- selves and their progeny. Other frequenters of the Craig are sheep, of the small mountain breed, abounding in these solitudes. On the northern side of the summit are traces of fortifica- tions and on the opposite side of the vale are remains of Roman entrenchments. Re- suming our course to Talyllyn, we soon arrive at the top of the hill leading down to ABERGYNOLWYN and this we descend on foot. Arrived at the village we see a very pretty church and beyond it are the late quarries of Bryn- eglwys. This is the terminus of the Toy Railway from Towyn. From here the journey to the lake is soon accomplished, the distance being about 31 miles. The view of the lake, as it comes into sight, is very charm- ing, and whilst the corch "puts up" for an hour or two ample time is given for a walk along its banks or for a mountain ascent. History says that the lake was originally caused by a tremendous landslip which completely barred one end of the va'ley. How man) jears ago it happened nobody ap- pears to know, but the little chuichwhich has existed for a great number of years was built upon the delris. This baniei of earth and rock completey stopped the course of the D\- s nni and so its waters accumu- lated in the meadows until the nresent lake was formed. In Le course of time the water ™,d an ont'et for iteelf and became reduced U) 'Jepiu — U,e co.dition. it arrived toscriptiM1 of wMcil th° fver the porch isa Welsh inscription of which the following is a translation A great and holy house of refugo A royal quire In the face of God and the congregation Except with pure thoughts, Man, come not hither." Several hours can very profitably be spent at Taly- llyn if the visitor is fond of mountain climbs and romantic scenery. Cader Idris may be ascended from here or failing that a walk up to Llynycae is recommended. There is good trout fishing to be had in the lfke and boating may be indulged in. The return journey is made by way of DOLGOCH VALLEY, and an opportunity is given to visit the beautiful waterfalls of that name. St. Cadfan is said to have often resorted to this spot as a recluse. The falls are easily reached from the main road the path leading thereto passing under the Talyllyn railway viaduct. Proceeding homewards we pass Dolau Dolangwyn, then Rhydyroncn and the last feature of special interest is a fine old Elizabethan mansion which stands in its own grounds just off the public highway. Towyn is reached about a quarter to six o'clock. THE NARROW-GUAGE RAILWAY. This little railway runs from Towyn to Aber- gynolwyn and the varied scenery through which it passes is most impressive. There are four stf liions -Rhydyroncn, Brynglas, Dolgoch, and Abergynol- wyn. At each of these villages there is much to be seen and admired. The waterfalls are not far from Dolgoch Station, and the trams run conveniently so that visitors can, if they wish it, go by one train and return by the next. Dolgoch is alto the sta. tion to alight for the Bird Rock The road, how- ever,is not a very good one, and it is well to enquire one's way along the route. The railway station at Towyn is in a turning out of Maengwyn street, on the right. The carriages are, of course, very small and convenient, and the fares are moderate.
DOLGELLEY.
DOLGELLEY. BENEFICIAL TO DOLGELLEY.— £ 100 given away in reductions at W. S. Williams and Griffith, Commerce House, Dolgolley. Great genuine Clearance Sale commencing next Saturday. Our readers will be repaid by visiting the above etsab- lishment in securing real useful and new goods at prices that will APPOINTMENT.—Mr John Roberts until recently organist at the English Congregational Church has commenced duties on his appointment as organist of St. Mark's Church, Britlidir. PERSOll\AL.- We learn that the presentation fund inaugurated by the members of the Idris Choral Society in recognition of Mr O. O. Roberts' (their popular conductor) long, faithful, and efficient services in musicaLxdrclfis- <*bout to be closed, and that arrangements for the formal presentation which will shortly take place wore discussed at a meeting recently held. SPECIAL COURT.- On Friday before Messrs E. Griffith and R. Wynne Williams, Hugh Hughes, described as a pedlar, from Beaumaris, was charged by P.O. Owen with being drunk and disorderly, was fined 5s and costs, in default, 14 days imprison- ment. THANKSGIVING SERVICES.—Monday was a day for thanksgiving services in all the Nonconformist churches of the town. The meetings were largely attended.-The Thanksgiving services at St. Mary's Church were held on Tuesday and Wednesday last, the church was beautifully decorated for the occasion, the Revs T.. Llewelyn Williams, Vicar of Brithdir, O. G. Pritchard, Curate, Bala, J. F. Reece, Rector of Llanfwrog, were the officiating clergy. CRICKET CLUB ENTERTAINMENT.— The Annual Dramatic Entertainment of the Cricket Club took place last Thursday evening in the Public Rooms before a fashionable house, and proved a complete success. Both the selected pieces A Blighted Being" and "Little Toddlekins" were received (especially the latter) with much appreciation. The different characters, without special mention, were exceedingly well sustained by Messrs J. R. S. Furlong, W. Harvey Jones, W. E. J. Clarke, J. S. Fitchard, Henry Jones, Graham Rowe, and C. E. Wordsworth. The production throughout, it must be said, created a very favourable impression, and once more added to the reputation which these yearly entertainments have so deservedly com- manded. The interval between the two farces was occupied with musical contributions by Mr Furlong (who was recalled) Mr Fitchard and Llew Meirion. The duties of accompanists were under- taken by Miss D. J. Williams, and Mr W. Griffiths, Mus. Bac.; those of stage manager and prompter, effectively discharged by Mr Wordsworth; and the whole proceedings, with his usual skill, were directed by Mr Furlong. Following is the programme :-Overture, Bohemian Girl," Messrs D. J. Williams and M. W. Griffith, Mus. Bac. Farce, A Blighted Beirg." Characters: Job Wort, Mr W. Harvey Jones; Ned Spanker, Mr J. S. Fitchard Cumming (a waiter), Mr W. E. J. Clarke; The O'Rafferty (An Irish Apothecary), Mr J. R. S. Furlong; Susan Spanker, Mr Graham Rowe pianoforte duett, Washington Post," Messrs D. J. Williams and M. W. Griffith, Mus. Bac.; Musical Sketch, Mr J. R. S. Furlong; Song, Mr J. S. Fitchard Song, Llew Meirion Overture, Selection of popular airs," Messrs D. J. Williams and M. W. Griffith, Mus. Bac. Farce, Little Toddlekins." Characters: Mr Jones Robinson Brownsmith, Mr W. E. J. Clarke; Mr Barnaby Babbicombe (of Babbicombe Bay), Mr J. S. Fitchard; Captain Littlepop, Mr Henry Jones; Amanthis, Mr J. R. S. Furlong; Annie Babbicombe, Mr Graham Rowe; Susan, Mr C. E. Wordsworth; "God save the Queen." APPROACHING MARRIAGE OF MR. R. E. LL. RICHARDS. PUBLIC MEETING. A largely attended public meeting was held on Saturday last in the County Ilall, convened for the purpose of taking into consideration what steps should bo taken to celebrate the approaching marriage of Capt. R. E. LJ. Richards, of Caerynwch, with Miss Piatt, eldest daughter of Col. Piatt, C.B., of Gorddinog, Llanfairfeohau.—Mr J. Vaughan, of Nannau, presided, and amongst others present were Mr E. Griffith (chairman of the Merioneth County Council), Mr J. Meyrick Jones (chairman of the Urban Council), the Rev. John Lloyd (Rector), Messrs O. Slauey Wynne, Dolrhyd, J. Charles Hughes, solicitor; C. E. Muuro Edwards; Francis Evans, Unien Villa; D. Owen, Cross Keys; T. H. Roberts, Parliament House; D. E. Hughes, Queen's Square; Dr J. B. Jones, Brynffynon; Dr Hugh Thomas; Dr John Jones; Dr Hugh Jones; R. Jones Griffith, solicitor; W. R. Davies, solicitor; W. Williams, Maesyffynon Richard Williams, Post Office; 0. Thomas, Garthtnaelan; J. E. Jones, Eldon Row; T. P. Jones Parry, N. and S. W. Bank; H. Pugh, N. P. Bank Tom Parry; Llew. Meirion; W. D. Pugh; Supt. Jones; Rev. Gwilym Lewis; R. Barnett; E. Griffith, Maesybryuar, W. H. Pyemont G. Rowe; J. Griffith, Commerce House; T. D, Ffoulkes; J. Griffith, Callestra; J. Jones, Caeg. wernog; &c.—Letters supporting the movement were received from Mr J. Leigh Tailor, Mr C. E. J. Owen, and others.—A proposal to have fitting celebrations in honour of the event received the ocrdial approval of the meeting, and those present and a few others were constituted as a General Committee, with Mr J. Vaughan (chair- man), Mr J. C. Hughes (hon. sec.), and Messrs T. P. Jones Parry and H. Pugh (joint hon. treasurers). -Several suggestions were made as to the form of the celebrations.—It was agreed that the arrange- ments and the further consideration of the matter should be entrusted to the following Executive Committee, viz., the Chairman, lion. Treasurers, Hon. Secretary, Messrs 0. Slaney Wynne, D. Owen, J. Meyrick Jones, T. H. Roberts, D. E. Hughes, T. Parry, R. Jones Griffith, W. D. Pugh, Francis Evans, J. E. Jones, Richard Williams, W. It. Davies, 0. Thomas, Edward Williams, Rev J. Lloyd, DrJ. E. Jones, and Dr Thomas.—A meeting of the com- mittee was fixed for the following Monday.—A vote of thanks to the chairman closed the proceedings.— At a meeting of the Committee on Monday after- noon, Mr Slaney Wynne presided in the unavoid- able absence of Mr Vanghan, and there were several of the members present.-It was agreed that the celebrations, with the exception of bellringing, be deferred until the return home.—The meeting, however, decided that an illuminated address be presented to Mr Richards, the preparation, &c., of which, at the request of the meeting, was kindly nndertaken by Mr Slaney Wynne, ihe same to be approved of at a subsequent meeting.—The consideration of the other forms of celebrations was deferred.-The following members of the Committee, in addition to the two local banks, were appointed to receive subscriptions:—Messrs J. Meyrick Jones, T. H. Roberts. Parliament House; D. Owen, Cross Keys; Dr Hugh Thomas, J. E. Jones, 2, Eldon Row; Francis Evans, Union Villa; Tom Parry, Pron Aran W. D. Pugh, 4, Eldon Row; Richard Williams, Post Office E. Williams (LIew Merion), John Griffith Calleston and 0. Hill, Wern- goch.—The meeting adjourned after a vote of thanks to the Chairman.
ACTION AGAINST THE CAMBRIAN…
ACTION AGAINST THE CAMBRIAN -aA-i T A case was heard at Dolgelley on Saturday in which Owen Jones, Bryn Efail Isa, Garn, Dolben. maen, pig dealer, sued the Cambrian Railway Com- pany for J612 for loss of profit and expense incurred by the wrongful detention of his pigs at Dyffryn railway station from August 20 to August 21. Mr W. George, Criccieth, appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr Corfield, Oswestry, for the railway company. The case was tried before a jury. The evidence of the plaintiff was to the effect that he booked 23 pigs to go off on Friday August 20 to Wolverhampton. The pigs were booked, but the Dyffryn police officer prevented them from being despatched. As a result the pigs were not sent away until Saturday, and not having been fed in the interim were not marketable until the following Wednesday. They then sold at 8s 10d per score, instead of 9s 3d, which would have been obtainable at the market on Saturday. The pigs weighed on an average between 12 and 13 score each.—Mr George submitted that in taking the certificate of the police officer and refusing to send the pigs the stationmaster acted on his own responsibility.—Mr Corfield said he did not see that he had any case to meet. The police officer acted on the ground that the Dyffryn district had been reported to be in- fectei with swine fever, and the stationmaster could not go behind the police officer's authority.- The Judge, after the case had been gone into, quoted sections from the Infectious Diseases (Animals) Act to the effect that the police officer had acted within his right in intervening if he had any suspicion of disease on the pigs, and that the stationmaster could not but submit to his authority. -The jury said they were satisfied that there was no case.—The Judge gave a verdict in favour of the Company, with costs against the plaintiff.
. ABERGYNOLWYN.
ABERGYNOLWYN. MUSICAL.—Sweet strains of music are resounding through the place every evening now. Two choirs, under the conductorship of Mr H. R. Humphreys, are eagerly preparing themselves for the Machyn. lleth Eisteddfod which is at hand. AMBULANCE.—A class in connection with the St. John Ambulance Society is to be started here next week. Several have expressed their intention to join. Wo hope that more success will attend this attempt than was the case on the last occasion, for in no place is the ambulance more required than in the quarry district of Abergynolwyn. NIGIIT SCHOOL.—The new Board are showing signs of activity and prove to those who elected them that they have not misplaced their confidence. A move has been made in the right direction, and a long-felt want has been met by the establishing of night schools for the working classes. In the past Abergynolwyn has been very backward in educational matters, for hardly had the children mastered the rudiments than off they went to earn their daily bread, mostly to the quarries, there to forget the little they had learnt. We are very pleased to notice that so many of the young men arc realising their educational deficiency in this ago of keen competition, as many as 64 having already enrolled themselves on the register. It is to be hoped that this is not going to bo a momentarily boom, but that the good work which has been so well begun will bo carried forward, and that they will not falter in their determination to develop their faculties and increase their knowledge until they will have proved to our County Council that higher technical instruction is an absolute necessity to the quarrymeu of Merioneth, and eventually persundo tlieui to offer sanJO grants which under the Technical Education scheme they are empowered to do towards giving instruction in mining, levelling and surveying, which are needed by the quarryman ero he can reach the first rank in his business.
TOWYN:I WHERE IT IS AND WHAT…
gratifying in the extreme. The health of the children is of course above everything else, and in this district their sanitary reqvrements receive the fullest attention. On the numerous enjoyable excursions from Towyn—by the Narrow Guage Railway and by brake—we need not now enlarge. Suffice it to say they are all among the most delightful of their kind. There are excellent livery stables in the place, and good horses and carriages can be obtained at any time. The hotel and lodging house ccommodation is excellent, and the terms every- where are very reasonable. After all is said and done, Towyn remains, in fact, as desirable a holiday resort and place of residence as anyone could possibly wish to find. THE BIRD ROCK—ANOTHER VIEW.