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CLERICAL MEETING.
CLERICAL MEETING. An important meeting of the clergy of the Arch- deaconry of Merioneth was held in the vestry of St John's Church on Tuesday afternoon. The Venerable Archdeacon Thomas Williams, of Merioneth, presided. There were present Revs Canon Trevor, M.A., Machynlleth; R J Jones, M.A., R.D., Llandinam D R Lewis, M.A., R.D., Dyffryn Llewelyn Hughes, M.A., Portmadoe; Stephen Evans, Aberdovey D Evais, Dolgelley D Owen, Llanelltyd; T Evans, Talsaruau; Hugh Williams, Talsarnau E Edwards, M.A., Trefeglwys; D A Morgan, Llanbrynmair; James Williams, Caerdeon; R W Owen, Brithdir E Hughes, Barmouth; John Lloyd, Dolgelley; I Hughes, Penrhyndeudraeth the curates of Bar- mouth and D T Hughes (Morfa), Machynlleth. The meeting was convened by the Ven Archdeacon of Merioneth. The first thing of importance was the election of a commissioner for the archdeaconry to assist the Bishop to decide any matters of grave importance. The Rev E Hughes, Barmouth, pro- posed that Canon Trevor, Machynlleth, be re-elected, as he felt sure they could not possibly get a better man to fill that responsible position. Rev D Jones, rural dean, Arustley, and rector of Llan. dinam, seconded, and Canon Trevor was unani- mously re-elected. Canon Trevor thanked the clergy for the honour conferred upon him. The next item of importance was the elec- tion of three assessors. The Revs E Hughes, Barmouth; Llewelyn Hughes, Portmadoo; and Titus Lewis, Towyn, were unanimously elected. The Archdeacon then spoke with great earnestness on the importance of pulling down the wall of isolation which seemed to petrify and cramp the movements of so many isolated parishes, and that a strong effort should be made to unify all the parishes as one consolidated body of the one Catholic Church. This would mean the strength- eniug of the fibre and work of the Church as a whole, and foster the spirit of sympathy and zeal. Suggestions to bring this about were invited by the Arohdeacoa and expressed. It was then suggested that Canon Henson, of London, should visit the Archdeaconry with a view to the arousing of spiritual life, and to receive his advice as to the best parochial system to be adopted to promote the spiritual welfare of the people. Canon Trevor welcomed the idea, bat did not think it would be wise for the time of the visit of Canon Henson to Clash with the Lampeter lectures for clergy when such ripe scholars as Professr rs Sanday, Rashdall, and Collins gave the Welsh clergy the results of their deep erudition. The Rev E Hughes proposed that Canon Henson be asked to come before Lent— in February. The Rev E Evans, Talsarnau, said he was quite indifferent as to whether Canon Henson visited them or not, and as for the Lampeter lectures, he had not attended any of them, and what he wanted was not a retreat, but some recrea- tion—not a quiet day, but a lively one (laughter). jjev E Hughes: Spiritual recreation, of course ? -Mr Evans: Oh, no; I get plenty of that hter).—The Archdeacon said all were agreed L, _bat was wanted was a stimulus—The Rev J Llovd suggested September.—The Rev D R Lewis fhoueht that prominent Welsh clergy, or English elerev from Wales, should be invited to address them He would mention the Head Master of Hnotar Canon Smith of Swansea, the Rev Stephen Gladstone, and the Rev Harry Drow.-The Rev Tas Williams (to the Archdeacon) Have you seen Cenon Hcnson ?-Yes.-Rev J Williams: Well, W manv clergy from the Bangor diocese atteud feJ«tar8.?-Br « Hugh. Son. from Sb Asaph, and two from Bangor and the Bishop. Rev Jas Williams: Then why bother about the date ?-It was finally resolved that the Archdeacon be asked to kindly make the best arrangements with the Bishop of the diocese.-The Advent Ordination is on St Thomas' Day, and at Criccieth. The Bishop desires as many of the clergy to attend as possible. Hospitality will be provided for all.—A long discussion followed on the Diocesan meetings," the dates and place of meeting and conveners, causing some sharp and plain talking.—The Dolgelley Grammar School was then discussed very warmly. The feeling of the meeting with regard to the best mode to be adopted to preserve the existence of the school being far from unanimous. The Rev Llewelyn Hughes and and Rev James Williams were the chief dissen- tients, and there was much evidence in favour of both.—The Rev John Lloyd was asked questions by the Archdeacon regarding the trusteeship of the School and the powers vested in the Rector of Dolgelley. The Clergy were entertained to tea. at the Rectory, by Rev E and Mrs Hughes.
URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL.—TUESDAY.
URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL.—TUESDAY. Present: Rev Gwynoro Davies in the chair. CORRESPONDENCE. A letter was read from Sergt Breeze resigning his post as boat and carriage inspector. The Chair- man remarked that Sergt Breeze had done the work in a very satisfactory manner, and they were sorry to lose his services. The appointment of a successor was left until the next summer season,- The clerk was appointed representative of the Council oa the Board of Governors of the U.O.W., Bangor.-A letter was read from Mr Allsop as fol- lows I am sorry that committee meetings of the whole Council are called. I am very sorry to dis- agree with the members, but on this point I am firm. I will not attend any meetings of the Coun- cil in which the business is not fully reported. Meetings are held and the business transacted leaks out te the detriment of the Board, because their actions are unfaithfully reported." The Chairman having explained the reasons why such meetings were called, at which nothing that could not bear investigation was done. Letter was left on the table. —A letter was received from Mr Robert Roberts, Festiniog, chairman of the Sanitary Committee of the County Council, in reply to that of Dr Arthur Hughes, medical officer, who had drawn his atten- tion to a rumour, which had been circulated that the water at Barmouth was impure. In his reply, Mr Roberts stated that the purity of the water was never questioned, he had only stated that a certain length of the water main bad been renewed, but that previously to that the water was slightly con- taminated. The water was of excellent quality. This letter was considered highly satisfactory. SURVEYOR'S REPORT. The Surveyor reported as follows :-All nuisances notified by me in my last report with one exception have been abated viz, Belle Vue Arches, but which will be attended to shortly. Since my visit with the Council to Bodlyn lake the water supply has almost wholly occupied my attention. I have systematically examined all outlets, air chambers, Jko, in order to minimise the lodgment of air, and prevent any further tampering with the valves. I found the main opposite Penlan House cut right through, thus allowing an enormous amount of waste. I also found a very bad joint opposite Minfor. Having received complaints from Mr Dorset about water wasting and destroying his garden, I in- spected the place, and found a completely open joint from which an enormous quantity of water escaped. I was told that this had existed 11 weeks, and found that 44,000 gallons had run to waste, i.e., about § of the reservoir capacity at Ceilwart. These dis- crepancies alone are conclusive as to the emptying of Eithenfynydd reservoir, which has risen daily since. I have also found a great improvement in the matter of not allowing water to run to waste, and trust the ratepayers will continue in the good work already begun. Main Sewer.-I have not yet received any tidings regarding the finding of the out. let. A petition has been received from the tenants of Glanywernydd as to the continual flooding of their cellars. I have taken rough levels,of the gradient and hope to formulate a scheme shortly for reme- dying the great defects which I have already found in the sewerage soheme. FINANCE COMMITTEE. On examination of the Council's finances, this committee found that the whole income they could depend upon amounted to J6500 only. Against that there would be required until the end of next April, for wages and absolute necessities JE375. A sum of J672 14s 9d was to be paid that day, which, with the exception of £ 30 must be paid, and also outstanding accounts to date of JE87 13s 4d, making a total of JE168 8s Id. Thus plus JE350 gave a total of J6535 8s Id. No allowance had been made for any extra work, but simply absolute necessaries, and the committee had resolved to sign no cheques except for these accessaries that day. -The Local Government Board's sanctions for new loans were considered. The total sanctions received amounted to date to £4,916, which included two sanctions in respect of the waterworks undertaking amounting to £ 1,569.— The consideration of the question was adjourned. ROADS' COMMITTEE. A lamp was recommended to be fixed, opposite the steps leading from the main road to Brynawel cottage. The question of public lighting was considered, and was adjourned pending the receipt of a report from the surveyor. WATER AND SANITARY COMMITTEE. This committee had under consideration the question of water charges other than domestic. They first dealt with the question of supply to Llanaber Board School and found that a short time ago, arrangements had been made whereby they were supplied at zC7 per annum, and that a meter had been fixed by means of which the quantity of water was estimated. The committee decided that they had better not disturb the exist- ing arrangement. There was another question which demanded attention and that was the ex- travagant use of water during the summer months by owners of private gardens, ornamental grounds, &c. The committee intend to fix a special rate on these persons, and will shortly place their proposals before the Council.
MACHYNLLETH.
MACHYNLLETH. PERSONAL.—Mr John Breeze, Tanyllan, Darowen, who was admitted to the Londonderry Cottage Hospital aad who had his arm amputated by Dr Williams, is progressing favourably.
ABERYSTWYTH.
ABERYSTWYTH. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—MONDAY. Mr B E Morgan presided in the absence of the chairman, and there was a good attendance of members. STATISTICS. During the past two weeks the following amounts were paid in out-relief Per Mr T Vaughan, C53 6s 7d to 176 recipients; per Mr J J Hughes, zC42 17s to 149 recipients; per Mr T Morgan, X51 lls to 161 recipients. MASTER'S REPORT. The Master reported that there were 41 paupers in the House as compared with 46 during the same period of last year. During the past two weeks 52 tramps had been relieved, as compared with 23 during the corresponding period of 1900. VISITORS' REPORT. The Rev T A Peury, the chairman of the Visit- ing Committee, presented the report of the com. mitttee, which recommended that an umbrella stand be procured for the Boardroom at an expense not exceeding 40s.—Mr T E Salmon seconded.-Mr G Fossett Roberts Cannot we find a place outside ? -Rev T A Penry It is not safe outside there are too many visitors outside.—Mr Roberts It is not a very sanitary arrangement to have an umbrella stand in the Boardroom.-The report was adopted. -The Rev T A Penry said the medical officer had not been in the House for a week and there were complaints by the sick people. He did not krow whether it would bo sufficient to call the attention of the doctor--Mr T E Salmon Upon a report of that kind I think the doctor ought to be called into the Boardroom to explain.—The Chairman said the clerk suggested that the committee should see the doctor first and then report to the Board.— Agreed. THE VACCINATION ACT. The Blaby Union (Leicester) asked the Board to consider the following resolution That in the opinion of this Board it is a great hardship to the working classes to be compelled to appear before magistrates on vaccination proceedings with refer- ence to conscientious objectors during working hours and entails on them much loss of time and expense which might be avoided if arrangements could be made for Justices to attend periodically in different parishes at suitable hours when work would not be interfered with, or that Justices should be enabled to make orde s of exemption at their own homes, and that such arrangements would very materially tend to relieve the strain which now exists between Boards of Guardians and their vaccination officers.-Mr Saltaon I do not believe in exemption. I propose it lie on the table. -Rev T A Penry said that there was something to be said in favour of the resolution. It would be a great convenience to objectors to be able to meet magistrates at suitable hours. It was at present a hardship upon working men, and here were con- scientious objectors. But he did object to the pro- posal to grant exemptions at the homes of the magistrates.—Mr Salmon: Such cases are few and far between. This matter only affects towns such as Manchester and London and not towns such as Aberystwyth. I really think it is a waste of time.—The Chairman: If any member wishes to bring it on at another time notice can be given.— A letter was received from the Bedwellty Union asking the Board to adopt and support a resolution in which the Local Government Board's attention was called to the fact that the Guardians had to bear the cost of prosecution under the Vaccination Act but the fines imposed were paid over to the clerk of the justices. The Local Government Board were asked to make an amendment in the Act so as to deal in this matter.—The Rev T A Penry said what applied in the last case applied with equal force in this. The only thing in regard to those matters was how far it was their duty to help other places which had real grievances. These sort of things were only rectified by a consensus of public body opinion.—No proposal was made. NO CHRISTMAS BEER. A circular was received from the Executive of the National United Temperance Council in which the question of the prevention of the supply of in- toxicating liquors to the inmates of workouaes at Christmas time was dealt with. The giving of drink it alleged, at Christmas in many cases re- awakened the appetite, and increased the difficulty of maintaining discipline. The Council therefore expressed the hope that the Board would forbid the provision of drink—as a large number of Boards of Guardians already had done.- The Chairman said that the Board had agreed at a previous meet- ing not to have beer at Christmas and the letter would lie on the table. ♦
PERSONAL.
PERSONAL. There is a party of guests at Sandrirgham Hall from Saturday last until Monday the 25th, and another party from Saturday the 30th until Mon- day, December 9th. The guests include Lord Salisbury, Lord Roberts, Bount Albert Mensdorff, the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, Lord and Lady De Grey, the Duke of Cambridge, Prince Edward of Saxe-Weimar, the Duke and Duchess of Portland, Lord and Lady Lansdowne, the Danish Minister and Madame de Bille, Mr Balfour, Lord and Lady Cadogan, Lord and Lady Londonderry, Lord James of Hereford, and the Duke of Roxburghe. The Emperor William has presented to the 2nd Black Hussars, at Danzig, the uniform worn by the late Empress Frederick as Honorary Colonel of the Regiment. The Queen Mother, who returned to The Hague from the Chatean of Loo, on Saturday informed the authorities, who met her at the station, that the health of Queen Wilhelmina continued to show improvement. The marriage arranged between Mr George Gibbs and Miss Long (the daughter of the Presi- dent of the Local Government Board) will take place on Tuesday, the 26th inst., at All Saints', Ennismore-gardens, at two o'clock. The reception afterwards will be held at 1, Carlton-gardens. On Friday General Baden-Powell paid a second visit to Dolgelley, where he was a guest of Mrs Vaughan, of Nannau. When he was in the district some weeks ago the General expressed himself delighted with the district and particularly with the shooting, and it was in accordance with a promise he then made that he now returned in company with Major Vaughan, who is a close personal friend of his. On Sunday night General Baden-Powell and Major Vaughan left by the mail for London.
NEWTOWN BANKRUPTCY COURT.
NEWTOWN BANKRUPTCY COURT. A LLANIDLOES FAILURE. Evan Dd Marpole (trading as E Marpole & Son), of the Lion Hotel and Short Bridge street, Llan- idloes, painter, plumber, glazier, and hotel keeper, appeared before the Registrar (Mr W Watkins) at the Newtown Bankruptcy Court on Wednesday last, for public examination by the assistant official receiver (Mr F Cariss). The debtor's statement of affairs showed his gross liabilities at £ 2,340 6s 6d, of which sum Xl,010 15a 5d was unsecured, and JE1,561 16s 5d was expected to rank for dividend. The assets were estimated to produce zC370 17s 5d, and after deducting preferential creditors, etc, JB48 10s Id, left a deficiency of £1,239 9s Id. The causes of failure alleged by debtor were losses in contracts working at unremunerative prices, bad debts and heavy family expenses. The official receiver's observations stated that the debtor had been tenant under a yearly tenancy and licensee of the Lion Hotel, Llanidloes, for twelve years. He had also carried on business as a painter and plumber at premises in Short Bridge street, Llanidloes, to which business he succeeded in 1877, on the death of his father, with whom he was a partner. At that time, the debtor stated, the business of E Marpole and Son was insolvent. With reference to the hotel it appeared that in 1893 the debtor was owing upwards of £ 250 to brewers and he then entered into an agreement with a company to pur- chase his beer in future from them, they discharg- ing the existing beer account and taking as part security a second mortgage on the debtor's pro- perty, consisting of two houses and shop and dwelling-house in Shortbridge street and also an assignment on a policy on the debtor's life for JE300. The beer, &c, account claimed to be due to that company was now £836, and the securities held by the company were estimated by the debtor to be worth JE330, leaving an unsecured balance of £ 506. In addition to the securities held by the company they had recently taken from the debtor a document in the nature of a bill of sale, which however the debtor was advised would not be valid under the present proceedings. The debtor's freehold premises referred to were derived from his father, subject to a first mortgage of £400 which was still existing; the first mortgagees were in possession. In connection with the painting business there were contracts pending for work done for the Newtown and Llanidloes Board of Guardians and others, and two of suph contracts purported to be assigned to creditors. A private meeting of creditors had been held at Shrewsbury on the 22nd October. An offer of a composition of 2s 6d in the pound not being accepted, the debtor filed his own petition. Examined by Mr Carris, the debtor stated that when his father died in 1880 the painting business was insolvent to the extent of £ 300 or £ 400. He continued the business because he thought he could clear off the debt and he thought that about 1882 he was only aboat £ 140 to the bad. He produced a list of his losses sustained by the failure of several persons for whom he bad had contracts. Only in one case had he received a dividend but he had not proved his debt in all cases. He started the hotel business in 1889 with the object of having something for his wife aDd daughter to do. He admitted that he was then taking heavier respon. silifcy instead of reducing the existing ones and that he had lost nearly £1,000 in the hotel business since he started. Previous to dealing with the City Brewery Co. Mr Swift had a second mortgage of £ 250 on his property and also had an account against him. The City Brewery Co. took over the account and gave debtor £ 400. He did not tell them the position of the other business as they did not ask him. Messrs Stocks, Sons, and Taylor pressed him for their account in connection with the painting business in September and their solicitor came to Llanidloes and asked him to sign over two peading contracts to them in consideration of what he owed them. Debtor told him he could not do so without consulting the City Brewery Co and the Bank. Debtor saw the agent of the City Brewery Co. and told him that he must try to protect him. It was agreed that a bill of sale should be drawn up, which was done by Mr J Davies, solicitor. Mr Davies afterwards told him that he thought it would be no good as it would be upsei by the creditors. On the 14th October he assigned to Mr J J Meredith, a sub-contractor, the contract with the Newtown and Llanidloes Union. He owed Mr Meredith about £ 70 and he did not want him to lose his money. Examined by his solicitor, Mr Llew Phillips debtor stated that when he consulted Mr John Davies in reference to the bill of sale, he (debtor) referred to the fact that Messrs Stocks, Sons and Taylor were pressing him and that he was involved with the bank. Since the year 1881 he had paid Messrs Stocks, Sons and Taylor £ 2,861. The debtor was cross-examined by Mr John Davies solicitor for the City Brewery Co, in reference to the bill of sale.-Debtor added that he had never taken any money from the public house business to pay trade creditors, but he had taken money from the painting business to pay debts in connection with the hotel.—The examination was adjourned to enable the debtor to file an account of eash re- ceived and paid during the two years previous to the bankruptcy. »
THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF MUSIC…
THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS. We desire to call the attention of our readers to the advantages offered by the Scholarships of the Royal College of Music, South Kensington, London of which His Majesty tho King is the Founder and Patron. Preliminary Examinations for 11 Free Open Scholarships will be held on January 29th 1902 in various local centres throughout the United King- dom. The Scholarships will be alloted as follows:- Compositior 1, Singing 3, Pianforte 2, Organ 2 Yiolin 1, Violoncello 1, Hautboy 1. The Scholar? ships are open to all classes of His Majesty's subjects within the ages stated in the particulars issued to applicants. They entitle the holders to free musical education at the College, and are as a rule tenable for three years. In some cases gjeants towards maintainance are added. Further information and offical forms of application can be obtained from the Registrar, Royal College of Music, Prince Consort Road, South Kensington, London S.W No application form can be received after 30th December, 1901.
BARMOUTH
than Conservatives, had near and dear relatives, fighting at the front for King and country. A bond of sympathy had thus been established which restrained any but Tery extreme men from saying what they thought. They did not attack the soldiers bat the methods which were employed by the present Government. Some had stated that we should be humbling ourselves if we made any attempt at negotiations, but when Canada was on the verge of being lost, and when Lord Durham was sent out and advised concessions, the Govern- ment of that time did not boggle at negotiations, and he hoped that the work of pacifying South Africa would fall to the Liberal administration (cheers). A vote of confidence in Mr Williams was passed, and the following resolution adopted on the motion of the Rev Cadvan Davies, seconded by Mr Wilson Roberts:—"That this meeting regrets the deplorable state of the concen- tration camps in South Africa, and earnestly appeals to His Majesty's Government to bring the war to a close." PETTY SESSIONS.—FRIDAY. Before Dr J H Lloyd (chairman) Messrs W J Morris, L Lewis, W Ansell and John Evans. DRUKI ON LICENSED PREMISES. — P.C. D Roberts charged Richard Morris, Llyndu, Barmouth with being drank on licensed premises namely the Bar- mouth hotel. The defendant did not appear, and the bench after a short consultation decided to fine him 10s 6d and costs, or 14 days in default. DRUNK AND DISORDERLY.—Sergeant Breeze charged Thomas Williams, Cellfawr, with being drunk and disorderly, on October 18th, but on hear- ing the evidence the charge was withdrawn by Superintendent Jones. The defendant who did not appear was also charged by Inspector Parry, Cam- brian Railways, Portmadoc with being drunk and disorderly at Barmouth Junction on the same date. Evidence having been given by George Richards, booking clerk, the defendant was fined 20s with 16B costs. ASSAULT.—Robert C Jackson, Marine Mansions ohargedJEdward Edwards, Llwyonisaf, with assault. ing his daughter, Georgina, on the 15th of October last. A cross summons was taken out by Edwards against the complainant. Mr Oswald Davies appeared for Jackson and Mr R D Richards for Edwards. The case created considerable amuse- ment in court. Evidence was given by George, Kate, and Mrs Jackson, and Edwards was supported by his wife and daughter, After a lengthened hear- ing the bench decided to dismiss the case, Edwards to pay the costs. NON-PAYMKNT OF RATES.—A. few cases were settled out of court, DEPARTURE.—The Chairman then drew attention to the fact that they were losing the services of Sergeant Breeze who was being removed to Festin- iog. They had always found him to be a capable and trustwortby officer, and were sorry to lose his services. Sergeant Breeze briefly thanked the bench.