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DOLGELLEY. j SOCIAL CLUB- Modey's Life of Gladstone in three volumes has been presented to the library of the social club by a gentleman who wishes the gift te be anonymous. The book is greatly appreciated by the members. GENERAL DEBATING SOCIETY.-The weekly meet- ing was held on Wednesday evening last at the County School, presided over by Mr A. Clendon, M.A. A very interesting debate took place, when a paper was read on the affirmative side by Mr W. Harvey Jones, and negatived by Mr W. G. Jones, on the subject of That the present methods of the temperance party do not advance the cause of temperance." SOIREE.—A soiree was held on Friday evening last at the Assembly Rooms, under the auspices of the M.C. Literary Society. Mr E. Griffiths, Spring- field, occupied the chair. The proceedings were in aid of a library. During intervals the following took part in the programme The Rev R. Morris, M.A., B.D., Messrs Meirion Davies, Owen Roberts, T. Charles Jones, Lewis Owen, Fred Arnfield, R. H. Mills, Llew Meirion, Ed. Roberts, Miss D. Parry, Miss Lizzie Jones, Miss Bertha Jones, Miss Am- field, and Miss Jennie Jones. A dialogue was also given by the children of the Sunday School on Brutus and Cassius." The accompanists were Miss Griffiths and Miss Hilda Bevan. There was a large number present, and a very enjoyable even- ing was spent. FIRE. — Soon after midnight on Wednesday evening the fire alarm was sounded and a fire was reported to have broken out at Ysgubor Farm, near Llanelltyd. Six of the firemen were soon at fire station, and the engine ready, and in a very short time they arrived on the scene only to see that the fira had taken a complete hold of the out- buildings and the roof had fallen in. They set to work at once to save the house which was attached to the buildings on fire. They had to ran the pipes to the Mawddach river, which is a considerable distance away, and soon they had the fire under control. The farm belongs to Hengwrt estate and the tenant is Mr Peter Roberts. A pony was burnt to death and a cow was. badly burnt. The son of the tenant in his efforts to loose the animals had also been seriously burnt. TEMPERANCE.—The above temperance meeting was held on Monday evening at the Salem C.M. Chapel, presided over by Mr Williams, Maesyffron. Addresses were delivered by the Revs Ernest Jones and David Thomas. Afterwards very appropriate addresses by "PJenydd" and Dr. Aber Parry. The chapel was crowded, and both speakers were listened to very attentively. At the close the following resolution was proposed by the Rev. Dd. Thomas and seconded by the Rev. Ernest Jones That we strongly protest against His Majesty's Government interfering with the discretionary powers possessed by the licensing magistrates, and coademn in unqualified terms, any attempt to compensate the owners of licences. (2) That copies of the foregoing resolution be forwarded to the Right Hon. A. J. Balfour, Sir H. Campbell- Bannerman and to the member for the county. URBAN DISTRICT COUNCIL. The monthly meeting of the Urban District Couucil was held on Tuesday, Dr. John Jones in the chair. Mr R. Richards proposed a vote of sympathy with Mr D. H. Jones, who is now in ill-health, and this was seconded by Mr D. Meredith and carried. FIRE BRIGADE. Captain J. E. Jones was present and applied for new fire appliances. He wanted an additional fire hoae which would cost about £20, There were at this present time certain places that cannot be reached with the hose in use.—Dr Jones said that the Brigade had done good work in the town, and had proved its skill in the fire last week.-Captain Jones said in answer to the Chairman, that he did not get many subscriptions from out siders for the Brigade.—The Chairman asked if he could not have some support from the Rural District Council. It was proposed by Mr W. Hughes and seconded bv Mr Richards, that the Brigade should be sup- plied with these appliances. MISCELLANEOUS. It was resolved on the proposition of Mr Rich. ard. seconded by Mr Hughes, that a wall should be built for the purpose of stopping the water coming in to certain property, which would be an example to other owners.—The Surveyor reported that a house bad been built without submitting plans to the Council.-Mr Lloyd thought the plans had been recommended subject to confirmation by the surveyor.—Mr J. Edwards thought that the plans had been recommended. Anyone could build a. house before submitting plans, but it would be subject to the Council decision.—Mr J. Edwarda said that Mr Owen should submit plana at oncp. It was a serious offence to convert a stable into a house, and was a breach of the by-laws.—The matter was left until the next meeting. FINANCIAL. Mr J. Edwards presented the financial statement of the Council and said that some bills had been paid without the proper authority of the Council. Another thing he said was that he did not see why they should go to Tonfanau for stones at 48.10" while they could get some at 3a. at Dolgelley, where it would be a. charity to employ the towns- peop'e.—The Chairman said that they were thankful to the Chairman of the Financial Com- mittee for calling his attention to this matter. It was resolved that no bill should be paid without they are authorieed by th« Council,- At this point a deputation came in from the Rate- payers' Association, which consisted of Mr R. Mills, Mr R. W. Williams, J.P., and Dr. R. Jones. Mr Mills said that it had been resolved at the meeting to ask the Council to move at once to stop the water from overflowing as it had done last winter.-The Chaiiuan said that the Council had decided to start on the works and to build a wall oil their own ground, but that they were leaving other people's property as they could not do other people's work for them.—Mr Mills said that lie always thought that the Council could go anj- where to improve the place if there was a nuisance caused te other people's property.—The Chairman said they were instructed by their clerk that they could not, and he is their adviser.—The deputation then withdrew. FAERNOL TRUST. The Council appointed Dr John Jones as addi- tional trustee on the charity known as Faernol Charity.
BARMOUTH.
BARMOUTH. TEMPERANCE. — On Monday evening at the Caersalem C.M. Cbapel, the above meeting was held under the auspices of the United Kingdom Alliance. When a very interesting address was delivered by the Eev. Eilis Jones, Bangor. There was a large number present. DEBATING SOCIETY.—A general debating meeU ing was held on Friday evening at the Caersalem C.M. Chapel, presided over by the Rev Gwynoto Davies. When a very interesting speech was given. by the Rev Cadvan Davies on the Education Act.. The following also took part in the proceedings Mr E. D. Jones, Rev. W. M. Griffith and Mr Hugh, Evans. There was a very large number present.
LLANEGRYN.
LLANEGRYN. CONCERT.—A concert was held on Friday last 8iit, the Wesleyan Chapel presided over by the Rev R. W. Davies, Bronygam. The conductor was th& Rev D. T. Evans, B.A., Aberdovey. The following; took part in the piogramme: Soprano, Junnie* Roberti, Llangryn; contralto, Maggie Mason; tenor, Idrisyn Humphreys, Abergynolwyn; bari- tone, Arthur Davies, Cefn Mawr; the accompanists being Mrs H" W. Davies, and Mrs Trevor Jones", Machynlleth. There was a large number present and a very enjoyable evening was spent.
ABBBGYNOLWYSL
ABBBGYNOLWYSL COMPETITIVE MEETING.—A competitive meeting was held on Tuesday evening at the Congregational Chapel. The gathering was presided orer by the Rev R. C. Evans, Abergynolwyn and the Rev R. R. Jones (M.C ) and D. W. Evans (Aberdovey) acted as conductors. The chief competitions were won by the folJowing :-Party of 15, B'.odeu'r Iesu," Mr Isaac Jones' party (the conductor was presented with an inkstand presented by Miss E. A. Roberts, Beauford House, Towyn) duet com- petition, Gwys i'r Gad," Mr Isaac Jones and Mr J. Roberts the tenor solo prize was divided be. tween J. Roberts and Idris; soprano solo, Bren- ddwjdion Ieuencty," Miss Roberts, Llanegryn j party of eight, Mr R. Watkins' party.— The adjudicators wore: Singing, Mr J. T. Raes, Mus. Bac, Bow Street; literary, the Rev. J. M. Williams, Towyu, and the Rev. J. Evans, Llan- egryn. There was a very large number present the chapel being crowded, and the meeting, which was a very successful one, lasted four hours.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 19C4.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 19C4. Parliament opened on Tuesday, when the King attended in State and personally read the address. The function was a brief but brilliant one, and after it was over the members of both Houses settled down to the business of the Session. Con- trary to general expectation, the King's Speech contained no refeience to any special legislation for Wales. It had been thought that something would have been said abcut the Education Act and the scheme for its amendment, of which a good deal has been said recently. In consequence, the Welsh Members have decided to move a couple of amendments on the subject. The first is entrusted to Mr Lloyd-George, and the second, which will only be gone on with in case the first does'nt cover the whole ground, is to be moved by Mr Ellis Griffith. The absence of any reference to the Education Act in the King's Speech is said to be due to serious differences of opinion with, regard to the methods of settlirg the difficulties which have arisen. It is rumoured that the first attempt at a settlement will come fl om the House of Lords in the foim of a bill promoted by the Bishop of I St. Asaph. The details, however, are not yet available, but it contains within it the elements of 'b' I a possible solution of tLe points in dispute between the County Councils and the supporters of the non-provided schools. -4I<tt Mr Balfour, the Prime Minister, was unable to attend the opening of Parliament through illness, and it has been agreed to defer the discussion of Mr Morley's amendment, raising the fiscal question in a definite form. The present arrangement is that it shall be taken on Monday, but this must depend on the prospect of the Prime Minister's re- turn to bis official duties. At the same time it is obvious that so important a discussion cannot be indefinitely delayed, whether the Prime Minister is in his place or not. A London correspondent says that the terms of the amendment have met with the general approval of the Free-traders on the Unionist benches. They regard it as dexterously and moderately worded, and as fairly setting forth the nature of the peculiar situation. It does not follow, however, tkat they will all vote for it. Some—including, it is believed, Sir Michael Hicks. Beach-will vote with the Government, on the ground that the situation has net yet sufficiently developed to enable them to feel themselves justi- fied in going into the Opposition lobby on an issne which involves a question of confidence. Those who speak, however, are likely to declare them. selves in favour of the principle of the amendment and to make it clear that it is only a question of opportunity which divides them. V Å new Xiand Bill, prepared by the Land Nation- alisation Society, is to be introduced into the House of Commons this session but it is not likely to be given much support front the Government. It makes its central idea the control of the land by local authorities, and from this flow taxation by local authorities, compulsory purchase by local authorities, and remission of taxation in special cases at the disoretion of local authorities. Com- pulsory purchase is to be at the price of the assessment in which there does not appear to be any great unfairness, and it is doubtful if a separate tite assessment can be ascer- tained as well in any other way. Farther, it is essential that taxation designed partly to bring land into the market should be accompanied by provisions enabling local authorities to buy and own the land, and by others enabling them to exempt fiom taxation sites whioh, though privately owned, it is not desirable in the public interest should be sold or built over. Both points are secured in the Bill, *#* We of the outer public have little idea of the troubles which beset the path of the barrister more or less learned in the law. Thus it is being told that not so very long ago one cf the legal tribe was defending a man charged with some minor theft. The defence was an alibi, all seemed going well uutil the prisoner was placed in the box to give evidence on his own behalf. The prosecuting counsel asked of him was he one of the defendants in this case." To which the wit- ness answered, with a look of surprise, No, sir; I'm t, o mau whe stile the money. Mr Soanso (pointing to his own ccuosel)-he's the defendant."
TOWYN.
TOWYN. S. EDMUNDS, Manchester House, Towyo, has a large Stock of Fashionable Drapery for the season. Ladies' and Children's Costumes, Mantles, Millin- ery, &c. Outfitting and Ready-made suits for men and boys. Carpets, Linoleums, &c., in great variety. Map of the district given away gratis to visitors. [Advt. HEAVY SEA.—On Tuesday morning the sea was very rough, the tide being exceptionally high. No damage was done. RIFLE RANGE.—At the weekly competition held last Saturday on the Penllyn range, in very wet weather. The silver spoon was won by Sergt.- Inst. Licbfield. EARLY LAMBING.—A ewe, the property of Mr Lewis Evans, Morfa Farm, gave birth to two fine lambs an Sunday morning. This is considered early for Welah mountain sbeep: SPECIAL SESSIONS.—On Wednesday, before Mr H. H. Jones, Annie Margaret Eaves, Keepers' Cot- tage, L'angwllog, Anglesea, was charged by P.C. David Jones, with being drunk aud incapable at Bryncrug, on the previous night:—Defendant ad- mitted the offence, and was fined 5s including costs. FISHING.—Tuesday being the first day for fish- ing in the districts, a large number of the disciples of Isaac Walton were seen wending their way to the various rivers and brooks in the neighbourhood. A few anglers succeeded in landing some good fish, notably Mr T. Wynne and Mr J. Williams, who had very good baskets of brown trout. LITERARY SocigTY.—This society met at the Bethel C.M. Chapel on Monday evening, the meet- ing being presided over by the R<ov. T. R. Jones (minister). The evening was spent as a theologi- cal evening." Very interesting and appropriate papers were read by the following: Miss M. J. Davies on Etholedigaeth," Mr W. Evans on "Cyfrifoldeb dvn," and Mr Meredith Jones on "Perthynas Athrawiaeth a dyledswydd dyn." There was a good number present, and the papers were very much appreciated by all. OBITUARY.—We regret to announce the death *f Mr Griffith Griffiths, Geufron, whioh took place on Sunday morning at the age of 63. Deceased was well known and respected throughout the neigh- bourhood. The remains were interred at the Bryn- crug C.M. cemetery on Wednesday afternoon. The Rev R. H. Watkins officiated. A large number of jelatives and friends were present. Deceased leaves a widow and one married daughter to mourn his loss. CHOIR SUPPER,-On Thursday evening last the men and boys of St Cadvan's Church choir met by invitation at the National Schoolroom for a Christmas-tide supper under the direction of the Vicar, and curate. The company included the churchwardens and sidesmen. Several ladies kindly helped during the evening, and Mrs D. Edwards most generously lent useful and neces- sary things. The subscribers to the excellent entertainment were the Vicar, Mrs Ffoulkes Jones, Mrs Shuker, Mrs Childlaw Roberts, Mrs Bowen, Miss Gibbons, and Miss H. Gibbons. Everything was of the best, well cooked, and well served, and a very pleasant evening was spent. TOWTN METEOROLOGICAL REPORT For week ending January 30, 1904. (Readings by Negretti and Zambra s standard instruments.) Maximum thermometer 51 40'5 47 Highest. I Lowest. Mean. Minimum thermometer 45 31 39 MEAN. Dew- Hunii- Hygiometer— Temp. point. dity. Dry bulb thermometer 42'5 7 og 87 Wet bulb thermometer 40*9 ) per cent. Total Sunshine 11'75 hours. Total Rainfall 1'14 inches. E. LEWYS-LLOYD.
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