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DOLGELLEY.
DOLGELLEY. DEBATING SOCIETY. On Wednesday a highly instructive lecture was delivered to the members of the above by the Rev Wynne Thomas, of Aberys- twyth on My favourite poets with illustritionp. The lecturer recited copious extracts from Shelley and Wordsworth, these two evidently sharing his favoritism. A vote of thanks to the rev gentleman was proposed by Mr Puleston Jones (N. and S. W. Bank), seconded by Mr O. D. Roberts, Clogwyn. ON THE WAR PATa.-On Tuesday evening about seven o'clock, three or four reporters migth have been seen in search of the Dolgelley Urban Distrieb Council. Notice had been givan of the Council meeting at seven, but the Council Room was in darkness at that hour. After some re- connoitring the Pressmen cami across a Native Guide, who infomed them that the Clerk, Mr R. Barnett was unable to attend owing to indispo- sition and that tnere would be no Council. Tiiz TRAMP QUESTIOIT.Afr. Robert Hughes presided at the monthly meeting of the Dolgelley Board of Gardians on Saturday.—A letter was read from the Merioneth Standing Joint Committee calling the Gardians' attention to the undesirability of discharging cramps from the workhouse on Sun- days, and urging them to give instructions that the practice be discontinued.—Mr. C. Roberts paid he understood that at Pwllheli and Penrhyn Unions the tramps were kept in over Sundays, but that the Machynlleth. Union discharged them on that day.—The Chairman They are a regular nuisance four or five tramps passed my house the other Sun- day. Oa the motion of Mr. C. Roberts, seconded by the Chairman, the Clerk was instructed to write to the several unions asking their co-operation in putting a stop to the practice.—The Guardians were amused on the following letter being read by the Clerk Will you kindly inform as whether you think there is any possibility of your Board entertaining a sale of their workhouse, giving early possession. We are acting on behalf of a client, and shall be glad of your earliest possible reply." This was frcm Messrs. Oaborn and Mercer, Piccadilly. The Clerk said that he had replied to the letter on his own rfsponaib lity declin- ing the offar.-Out of four applications Mr. Evan Thomas, Barmouth, was appointed taskmaster ab the workhouse. PRESENTATION.—A public meeting was held in the Council Room, Dolgelley, on Tuesday to present the medal of the Royal Humane Society to P.C. J. Francis Evans for conspicuous services during the recent flood, the presentation being made by Mr 0. Slaney Wynne, J.P. There were also present Major and Mrs Best (chief constable), Mr C. E. Munro Edwardea, Col. Scotb, Mea-rj R. Wynne Williams, J. Leigh Taylor, and Dr. John Jones. Major Best said that on the uight of the flood considerable property was destroyed, many people behaving very bravely, especially P.C. J. E. Evans. As it was his duty he brought this before the Society and they had been kind enough to send a medal for P.C. Evans. There were two other men who aided the constable but their names did not reach him in time to send up to the Society, namely, Howell Jones and Edward Jone3. Mr O. Slaney Wynne said that they had already heard'how this constable had risked his life, and that they ought to be proud that they had such a brave constable in the Force (cheers). They could not all bo Dukes of Wellington, bat they could be brave. Although there was a great loss of property fortunately there was no life lost owing to the conduct of this brave constable. It was a dark night which made it worae. He said it was a pleasure to him that he had been commission- ed to make that presentation in rec .guition of the act of a brave man. The Constable, in reply, said he could not express his gratituda to them a11. He only did his duty and that was to assi3t those that were in danger. Dr John Jones stated that this Was the first time in the history of Dolgelley that such a medal had been presented. Mr C. Munro Edwa.rdes also spoke and a vote of thanks was passed to the Chairman and the meeting concluded. PETTY SESSIONS.—TUESDAY. Before Messrs C. E. Munro Edsvardes, 0. Slaney Wynne/Edward Griffith, R. Wynne Williams, R. E. LJ. Richards, J. Leigh Taylor, Col. Scott, and Dr. John Jones. The Chief Constable was also present. DRUNKENNESS.—Owen Owens, Dinas Mawddwy, was charged with being drunk at Maethlwyd. P.C. T. Williams stated that he saw defendant drunk and cursing and swearing. He tried to persuade him to go home but he refused, but later went. lIe was fined 53 and costs, and warned not to ap- pear again.—Richard Ellis, labourer, Dolgelley, was charged with drunkenness. P.S. Evans proved the case, and defendant was fined 2s 6d and costs, this being his first offence.-Thomas Williams, Dol- gelley, was charged with being drunk in Glyndwr street, and making use of foul language. He had two bottles of beer in bis possession. P.O. Roberts proved the case, and defendant was fined 2s 6d and costs, and allowed a fortnight to pay.-Griffith Evans was charged with being drunk and refusing to quit. Defendant pleaded not guilty. P.C. F. Evans stated that he was called into the Cross Foxes to the defendant who refused to go out, and had to be ejected. Defendant was fined 5s and Coatlt. The Bench' said that he was liable to a Penalty of;65, but they would deal with him len- iently as it was his first offence. DISTURBING THE PEACE.-Evan Thomas Jones, John Roberts, Wm. Lewis, Richard Evans, four lads of the town, three belonging to the Iccal corps of the Volunteer brigade and were in uniform at the time, were charged for unlawfully assembling at Pantyrodyn, Dolgelley, and gathering to disturbe the public peace and throwing stones to the terror and disturbance of the townspeople.- Supt. Jones briefly stated the facts and called upon Mary Richards, Pantyrodyn, who said that she had re- turned home from town on Saturday night, and when unlocking the door the defendants rushed upon her and tripd to force their way into the house and assaulted her. They had thrown her gate down against the house of Rd. Williams. She threw of the defendants down and went into Richard /Williams's house fo.r refuge. She was quite positive that these were the boys who had attacked her. "Richard Williams wa s called and stated that when ^9 came on the scene it was nearly over and found Mary Richards in his house. He heard that some aye had been abusing her. He took his lantern hud went out, of the house whew he was hit on the bead by a stone Maty Richards' gate had been thrown down against his house. Someone ran by a cap fell. He picked up the cap which was a Volunteer's cap, being one of the defendants. Three of the defendants caught hold of him and tried to get the cap from him, and they smashed his lantern. -At this stage the Bonch ordered the police to take out a fresh summons for assault against the defendants and stated that it was a very serious case.—The case was adjourned until the next Sessions.
BARMOUTH.
BARMOUTH. Miss Sainsbury, who has been assistant mistress at the County School for the past four years, has accepted a position on the staff of a ladies' college in Jersey. She will be greatly missed both by the school and the townspeople. TEMPERANCE.—Last Sunday being temperance Sunday, pulpit references were made throughout the town. PERSONAL.—We regret to state that the Rev. D. Evans, Calvinistio Methodist minister is very seriously ill. CAKRSALEM MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.— The first of the meetings of the above society was held on Monday evening, when the Rev. Gwynoro Davios presided. The debate was "Should visitors be encouraged to visit Barmouth." Mr Morris Jones, vVahalI House, opened on the affirm ative side and Mr T. Evans on the negative. A very lively debate ensued, and ended in the negative being carried by a great majority. PLAS MYNACH.—The largest mansion in the dis- district which bag been vacant for some time will shortly be occupied by a gentleman, who is related to the late Mr D. Davies, Tynycoed, Arthog, who did much to develop the quarries of this district some years ago. He is also related to Mr Frank Edwards, lif.P. A FIRE took place at Ballymacorra, the residence of Councillor J. Morgan, on Thursday morning. A bout five o'clock a servant wall awake and saw the glare of fire on the window. She hastily dressed and went down stairs and found an outhouse which contained a considerable quantity of coal on fire. She raised the alarm and fortunately Evan Williams, council foreman, happened to be passing at the time accompanied by James Lewis, having been taking the guaging of the water at Bodlyn, the Council's water supply. They accompanied the girl and succeeded after a hard task in extin- guishing the fire but not until 1% tons of coal was burnt, and the roof also had fa1 en in.
ABERDOYEY.
ABERDOYEY. DEBATING SOCIETY.-The first of the debates of the above society will be held on Friday evening. SNOW.—Some snow fell here on Monday, but the downfall only lasted a few minutes. MARRIAGE. Flags decorated tha streets of Aberdovey on Monday morning, on the cccasion of the marriage of Mr William Jones, an ex-police officer of Aberdovey, to Miss Margaret Dutton, of Machynlleth. Mr W. Jones was for many years at Aberdovey. YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOUR.—A meet- ing of the above was held on Tuesday evening at the C.M. Chapel which was presided o-er by the Rev J. Roberts, B.A. The subject whiah was discussed was A good character." There were several papers read on the subject The import- ance of forming a good character by Mr Thomas W. Thomas. The time" by Mr M. Roberts. How to form one by Miss Humphreys, and The difficulty of forming one" by Mrs Mary Thomas. The papers were very interesting and there was a large gathering of young folks. TEMPSRANCE. Last Sunday was recognised throughout Great Britain as Temperance Sunday, and a prayer meeting of the united temperance societies was held at the Assembly Rooms. There was a very large attendance. In the evening a second temperance meeting was held at the Assembly Rooms, presided over by Mr W. Jones, C.C., when addresses were delivered in Welsh and English. The Welsh speakers were Messrs Richard Griffiths, J. Lumley, junr., John Owen, and the Chairman. The English addresses were delivered by Mr R. Ffestin Williams and Mr E. L. Rowlands (Dyfi). This was a very successful meeting, and there was a^ain a large attendance. Mr R. Griffiths was appointed chairman for the coming month.
--LL ANFIHANGEL.
LL ANFIHANGEL. Two young members of the Children's Guild gained five and one first prizes respectively at the Llangedwyn Eisteddfod. SCHOOL CONCERT.—Great expectations are enter- tained for the school concert which is to be held on Dec. 11th. Tickets have sold well, and the audience bids fair to be a record on a. G.F.S.- A successful branchof the Girls'Friendly Society has been started, with Mrs Roberts, The Rectory, and Mrs Shimmin, School House, as working associates. Meetings of the members are held on alternate Wednesdays at the Rectory. HIMPROVEMENTS Within the hst few months several improvements have been male in the interior of both the Church and the Schoolroom. In the latter a new glass and wood partition be- tween the class room and the main room and wood panelling have been erected, ani tha walls and ceiling colourej and whitened. The wool work reflects the greatest credit on the contractors, Messrs D. Ellis and Bros., Llanfyllin. In the former the chancel has been coloured anew with Hall's distemper and a new altar table Y% iti frontal, sup3r altar, and sanctuary hangings his been erected. In addition to the new lamps by Jones and Willis, two gospel lights have been set up on either aide of the alter. The expense of these im- provements has been borne entirely by members of the congregation. THE HARVEST FESTIVAL was held yesterday week, there being Holy Communion at 8-30 a.m., Litany with sermon at 3 p.m., and Evensong with sermon at 7 p.m. The preachers were the Rev. E. J. Davies, late of Garth beibio, and the Rev. R Peter Roberts, Bangor-is-y-Coed, who delivered powerful addresses baring on the lessons of harvest. The choir, who mustered strongly at both services, sang 0 haste to see," and appro- priate hymns with excellent effect. The church was decorated with flowers, etc., kinily sent by Mr L miax, of Bodfach, Mrs Moms, Post Office, Mrs Evans, Cefu Cieiriog, and corn by .\Ir Riohtirds, Pe icre, Mr E. Jines, Adwyw^nt, Mr VVilliams, Bangor, Mr Watkii s, Lletty, and Mr Davies, Ty'n Cal. Tne church was filled o its ut nost capacity in the afternoon, and at evensong was greatly over. crowded.
MACHYNLLETH. i
MACHYNLLETH. RELIGIOUS KNOWLEDGE.—This week the pupils at the National school were examined in scriotural knowledge by the Rev A. 0. Evans, Bangor diocesan inspector. SOCIAL EVENING.—A very sucaessful soiree was held in connection with the Baptist Chapel on Tuesday evening, when Mr J. G. Jenkins presided. There was a large attendance and a capital pro- gramme was gone through. ANNUAL FAIR.—The annual horse and cattle fair was held on Thursday, when 361 horses, cattle, pigs and sheep were on offer. There was a good demand for cattle, but the price was somewhat against the seller, and a good demand for the better class of horses. There was a large number of dealers present. MISSIONARY MKETING.—On Tuesday evening the annual missionary meeting was held at the Wes- leyan Chapel when addresses were delivered by the J. Isaac, Corris, and D. Roberts, Ty Cerrig, and Mr E. Rees, J.P. Owing to a gathering at another place of worship there was a small attend- ance. WELSH SENIOR CUP. The following is the team which has been selected to represent Machynlleth against Oswestry United at Machynlleth, in the Welsh Senior Cup competition on December 12 :— Goal, Morgan backs, Morrisand Evans; half-backs, J. Davies, A. 0. Davies and T. Pbiilips; forwards, J. O. Holt, George Davies, Whitehead, Gladstone Davies, and W. Davies. WEDDING.-On Wednesday morning at Maen- gwyn chapel, the marriage of Miss Ellis, of Llan- egryn, and P.C. Jones, Towyn, took place. The bridesmaid was the bride's sister, and the best man P.C. Jones, of Barmouth. The ceremony was per- formed by the Rev W. S. Jones in the presence of Mr W. Jones, registrar. Breakfast was had at the White Horse Hotel, and subsequently the happy couple left for Liverpool. THE INSTITUTE.—A concert was held at the in- stitute on Saturday, under the presidency of Mr J. G. Jenkins, N.P. Bank. A programme of vocal and instrumental music and recitations was sus- tained by Miss Winnie Edwards, Messrs Owen Morris, W. Thomas, Owen Arthur, J. Blainey, and R. Jones. Mrs Trevor Jones acted as accompanist. A vote of thanks was accorded the chairman, on the proposition of Mr T. Pugh, and to those who took part, on the proposition of Mr John Rowlands, At the close Hen Wladfy Nhadau" was sung, Mr John Burnley taking the solo. Last evening Philip Sydney" lectured at the institute on Old Welsh punishments, especially in Montgomery- shire." NOTED WINNING WELSH TERRIER. H Senny Dandy," a noted prize winner, has been purchased by Mr T. Parsons. The terrier has won the follow- ing honours this year: Two firsts and third, Brecon (judge, Mr Marples) two firsts, Merthyr (Mr T. Asshtou) first, second, third, and special, Swansea (Mr D. Jones) three firsts, second, and special at Llanidloes (Mr Holgate); first at New. town (Mr Stretch.) first, second, and challenge cup at Ystrad (Mr Parry Thomas) two firsts and special at the Crystal Palace (Mr Maxwell) and challenge cup at Mountain Ash last week (Mr Ashton). THE RATE COLLECTORSHIP.—The following com- mHHieaiion has been received by certain private persons from the Local Government Board in reference to the collectorship: Sir,—I am directed by the Local Government Board to advert to yrar letter of the 10th inst., and to state that as the Board have not yet rescinded the order empowering the Guardians of the Machynlleth Union to appoint a, collector of poor rates for the town and liberties of Machynllo-lb, the Urban District Council of Machynlleth have no authority at present to appoint anyone as assistant overseer with the duty of collecting the poor rate. In no case could the Urban District Council appoint a collector of poor rates as such.—I am, Sir, your obedient servant, W. E. KNOLLYS, assistant secretary."—It will be remembered that the Guardians left the appointment in the hands of the Urban Council, who made the appointment of an assistant overseer and rate collector at a salary which was higher by £10 per annum than that previously paid, and £11 10s higher than another applicant for the post. RuRAL DISTRICT COUNCIL.—A meeting of the Rural District Council was held oa Wednesday afternoon, Mr Ed. Hughes presiding.—A letter was read from Mr Thos. Jones, Bug-filyn, calling atten- tion to the condition of the Nantddu footbridge, Dylife, and the matter was referred to the Penegoes Parish Council for consideration.—The medical officer of health and inspector of nuisances reported that Mr R. B. Davies, acting, it was alleged, ac- cording to instructions from the authorities of the Pennal Parish Church was excavating and- remov- ing a large portion of the patish burial ground for the purpose of making additions to the Church and depositiag the soil, which contained human bones, it was alleged, in a field clo3e to the village. Mr David Evans said the Parish Council had°sent a communies-tion to the Home Office on the subject. The medical officer and sanitary inspector were instructed to visit the place in company with Mr D. Evans and report' to an adjourned meeting of the Coai oil. CHURCH ENTERTAINMENT.—The first of a series of Thursday concerts took place at the Vane Hall on Thursday evening, the proceeds being in aid of Church expenses. The concert was arranged by Mr Howell and Mr Edwards and the staff of the National Schools. The Rector, the Rev. T. Llewelyn Williams presided and gave an address. The programme was as follows :-Pian oforte solo, Mr Martin Crust; song by Miss Crust; recitation by Mr Richard Humphreys; Reggie and Harold James, dumbbell exercise with accompaniment by scholars of the National School; song, Mr Leighton (encored) comic trio, school children; comic song, Mr H. Fleming(chorus taken by the school children); song, Miss W. Edwards (composed by Mr Edwards); song, Miss Owen Mortis; song, Mr G. F. Roberts; duet, Miss Winnie Edwards and Miss Jones; man- drline duet, Miss Francis Lewis and Miss Portlook song, Mr Leighton; song, Miss M. Harries; flag drill by school girls; faree," Better late than never," by Misses Biodwen Humphreys, B. Whitti- case, Nelly Evans and Annie Evans. Votes of thanks were accorded the Rector for presiding and to the staff who des'-rs-e great credit for the way the concert had been got up, on the proposition of Dr Davies, seconded by Mr R. Gillart. The con- ceit closed with the singing of "God save the King."
MACHYNLLETH URBAN DISTRICT…
MACHYNLLETH URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL. The monthly meeting of this Council was held at the Town Hal! on Tuesday, when there were pre- sent, Mr John Pugh (chairman), Lord Henry Vaue- 1 em pest, Messrs J. M. Breese, Evan Rees, Richard Owen, John Micah, D. C. Davies, Edmund Gillart, H. Lewis, John Thomas, D. Smith, D. Morgan, with Mr John Rowlands, clerk, Mr D. Phillip Jones, assistant clerk, Evan Humphreys, surveyor D. Davies Williams, collector, and Dr A. 0. Davies, medical officer. THE MAWDDWY RAILWAY. The Clerk stated in reference to the Mawddwy Railway Co's request for a loan that the Council had expressed themselves prepared to make an advance provided that every Council in the district would do the same.—No action was taken. THE LATE COUNCILLOR G. W. GRIFFITHS. A letter was received from Mr S. J. Griffiths thanking the Council on behalf of himself and his sister for the vote of sympathy passed with them in their bereavement owing to the death of their father Mr G. W. Griffiths. THII TOWN HALL. A letter was read from Mr D. Phillip Jones, secretary to the Town and Market Hall Company stating that an applicati«n made to the Company some time time ago for the purpose of the Town Hall had been considered by the directors and also the shareholders, and they had directed him to ask the Council what price they were willing to pay. THE APPOINTMENT OF ASSISTANT OVERSEER. A letter was read from the Local Government Board with which was enclosed a letter which had been received by that Board from Mr Rhys Lewis, and pointingotir, that as the Board bad not yet issued an order empowering the Guardians of the Machyn- lleth Union to appoint a collector of poor rates for the town and liberties of Machynlleth, the Urban District Council have at present no authority to appoint any one as assistant overseer for the duty of collecting the poor rate. Iu no case could the Urban District Council appoint a collector of poor rates as such. Tho letter also drew the Council's attention to the Board's letter of the 12th Sept., and its enclosure with reference to the appointment of Mr D. Davies Williams as assistant overseer of the district of Uwchygarreg and Isygr.rreg The Clerk reported that the power to appoint an assistant overseer was vested in the Council by an order of the Local Government Board, and that the Council, after receiving a letter from the Guardians to the effect that they did not intend appointing a collector had advertised for applicants, and that Mr Williams had been appointed as assitant lover- seer to perform the duties of the overseers and to collect the poor ra.tes. It was decided that the Clerk write the Local Government Board calling their attention to the act regarding the appoint- ment of overseer. THE RAILWAY BRIDGE. The Clerk said he had received no communication from the Cambrian Railways Company in reference to the railway bridge and culvert near the railway station.—Mr D. C. Davies said he thought the attention of the County Council was to ba called to the road. He had proposed a resolution and it was with the intention of improving the road and preventing the water flooding it. He thought another letter should be sent to the County Council as there must be some block which prevented the water being drained off.-It was decided that the Clerk again write the County Council on the matter. APPOINTMENT OF SCHOOL MANAGERS. A letter was read from Mr G. D. Harrison, clerk to the County Council stating that the Local Edu- cation Authority had decided that in the appoint- ments that are made the managers should be appointed to hold office until the 3lst March, 1905. Messrs Richard Gillart and Edward Breese were unanimously appointed to represent the Council on the provided schools, and Mr Llewellyn Evans was appointed their representative on the Voluntary schools. A GREAT LOSS TO THE FAIRS. Air Gi'lart said that at the last fair several farm- ers spoke to him with reference to an order made by the County Council and confirmed by the Board of Agriculture which prohibited any pigs coming into the Machynlleth fairs from Cardiganshire and Merionethshire. This was a great loss to the faira and he thought something should be done towards getting that order rescinded. He moved that a representation be sent to the County Council to forward to the Board of Agriculture asking them to relax or rescind the order.—The motion was unanimously carried. REPORTS. The Surveyor's and Medical Officer's reports were read and adopted. MOTOR CARS. The Clerk was instructed to provide the necess- ary books for registration of motor cars. COLLECTOR'S REPORT. The report of the coilector of the general dis- trict rate showed an amount of £ 79 lIs. lOd. unpaid of the first instalment and that the second instalment amounted to £ 444 4S. lOd. which was now due. Collected and paid to treasurer X53 9a. 2d.—It was decided that the collector prepare and submit to the next meeting a list of persons in arrears of bath instalments. THE FAIR. The approximate number of animals at the last fair was as follows: -Horses, 93; cattle 154; pigs, 89; sheep, 25,-There was a good demand for cattle.
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The gun which Captain Roberta, son of the Commander-in-Chief, lost his life in rescuing from the Boers at the Battle of Colenso has arrived at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich. An inscription, approved by the War Office, recording the heroism of the deceased officer is being engraved upon the ?iUni i completed it is to be presented to Earl Roberts as a family heirloom. Lord Milner left London on Saturday afternoon for Southamption to embark for South Africa He was accompanied by Mr G. G. Robinson, his private Secretary and Mr A. Lyttelton, Colonial Secretary, MrsLyttelton MrB. F. HavvkesJey, solicitor, and Mr Bjyd, of the Chaiteied Company, were present to see the High Commiesioner off. Cheers were rtisec1 as the train left. On arrival at Soui amp on W Milner proceeded on boaid the Urnon-Ca^tle liner Dunotta* Castle, which tailed for the Cape at half-past five iu the evening.