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CORRESPONDENCE, j 'L13 MORALITY OF THE ANTI-TITHE AGITATION IX WALKS. Try the Editor. SIR,—Tha presence of the cavalry callei in tins week to repress anti-tithe riots in Llan- n^tydd raises .sharply once more the question ot the morality of the anti-titlib agitation that has marred for years, in the name of religion, the fair fame of law-abiding Wales. The quedtion calls, I venture to think, for the serious ani decisive consideration of the Welsh Noncoa- ( formisf Assemblies. Prolonged reticence on the part of the religious leaders of Welsh Noncon- formists, on an issue so directly affecting the moral and spiritual interests of a considerable section of their adherents, is open to grave tnis- understanding. I am unwilling to believe that there is any responsible religious leader of Welsh Nonconformists to be found who does not agree with Mr. Gladstone's opinion of the morality ot this anti-tithe move nent. Mr. Gladstone wrote a year ago, "I am unable to justify a refusal to pay tithe on the ground of its being a mode of protestation against the mode in which the tithe is appropriated. But there is an obvious danger, that the persons engaged in the anti- tithe proceedings should mis understand the I silence of their religious leaders to mean only :t faint disapproval, too faint to be publicly formulated, cr even should mistake it for au < indirect encouragement. The agitation has < already received a sort of informal religious sauctioa from the more or less prominent part taken in it in many parishes by Nonconformist ministers and deacons. It is well known that the Rev. Thomas Gea, the editor of the Fansr and chairman of the Denbighshire County Council, a veteran Calvimstic Methodist minister of wide personal influence by his position, abilities and character has vigorously promoted the agita- tion from the beginning m the columns of his widely circulated paper, and has even gone so far as to maintain in his place on the Denbigh- shire Joint Police Committee that the beating of tin pans and similar performances by a mob i3 an innocent accompaniment of the agitation. Mr. Gee this week commends the valour of Vale of Clwyd farmers and their devotion to principle because they have contrived to evade the pay- ment of tithe, and because the military are called down. I make no reflection on Mr. Gee's motives, but I take the liberty of afking whether the moral teaching of this eminent minister is endorsed or not by the synod of his denomination. The synod meets at Car- narvou next week. At present the consciences of many'"Welsh farmers aro in a state of confusion as to the moral aspect of the question. Confusion of con- science undermines morality. A number of specious arguments have been adduced, from time to time, Ly Mr. Gee and others in the Welsh press in support of the agitation. Great stress was laid at one time on the economic argument, but apparently that- has been now discarded. During the days of agricultural depression in Wales, appeals were made to the manhood of farmers to insist by combination on general in- stead ot individual reduction in tithe. Now that time3 have improved in Wales, and that tithe has simultaneously gone steadily down the appeal for general reduction, on economic grounds pure and simple. has ceased to have a shadow of justification. The economic ground was compile?y demo- lished this summer by Mr. Gee and his lieutenant Mr. Jobu Parry. Llanarmon, when they sud- j denly disc ivered that they no longer wished for a reduction of tithe nor even for a change in its incidence. Elaborate arguments were pub- lished by Mr. Gee to show that tithe ought to be left, economically, precisely as itstands now. Advanced W'ilsh Radicals now profess extreme anxiety that tithe should in no way be depre- ciated in value. On economic grounds therefore the present demind by farmers for a reduction of tithe is only intelligible a., a demand for a substantial consideration in recognition of th?ir extraordinary virtue in paying the lawful d-sbts which they voluntarily undertook, by written agreement, to pay. From this point of view tuere is a mercenary element of a peculiar sort in the present barefaced higgling phase of the agitation which makes it difficult to understand how conscience contrives to find a foothold in the business at all. A plea. for conscience has been sought in the ambiguous phrase "national property," It is interesting to note that the vernacular press has at last discovered that tithe is property and not a tax. The defence of the anti-tithe agitation from the theory that titho is national property is a singularly unfortunate one for those who use it. The argument cut3 quite the other way. Apart from the fact that, even on this theory.the present titheowners are surely entitled, by the prescriptive title ot centuries, to their property till the nation, the supposed rightful owner, } asserts its claims, it seems strange that the Welsh press having discovered that tithe is national property have not yet grasped the full significance of t'i«ir discovery. If tithe belongs to the riat;oli, it cannot, by any consistency, be made out to belong to the farmer, and yet the present agitation is an effort on the part of a farmer to pocket money which his supporters in the Welsh press tell him belongs to the nation, but which the nation, by its laws, tells him belongs for the present to the present tithe- owners Whether a farmer prefers to believe the Welttu press or the nation as to the owner- ship of thhe, he clearly, in either case, has no shred of a right t retain the money, either in part or as a whole, for his own use, and yet certain Welsh farmers are commended by a distinguished Nonconformist minister for their public spirit, their valour, and their principle for persisting in the teeth of all reason and morality in an agitation for pocketiag tithe which no one asserts is their own. The morality of the Irish Plan of Campaign was the pink'of altruism compared with the contemptible and undisguised selfishness of the anti-tithe agitation iu Wkles. It has been solemnly maintained in the Welsh press that it is perfectly moral to decline to pay tithe except under distraint- The practical value of this subtle morality can be tested by applying it to the parallel case of a debt to a tailor or a For now that tithe is admitted in Wales to be property it necessarily follows that tithe when due becomes a debt till it is paid. The procedure for recovery .has nothing to do with, the moral obligation of the debt. Air. Gee's exposition of morality calmly assumes that it is just as moral to pny a debt under compulsion as to pay it voluntarily, a curious position for the thoroughgoing advocates of the voluntary principle in religion to assume. It is indeed strange that such a transparent sophistry should have passed muster for a moment in the land of Sunday Schools. The morality of an act is obviously measured by the degree of willingness with which the obligation of duty is accepted. A hazy notion, far from well founded, that the anti-tithe agitation helps the cause of Disestab- lishment in Wales has served to dignify the movement with a spurious air of pubhc spirit. Defaulting tithepayers are glorified as martyrs to a noble cause. KA to mention that this sort of martyrdom b more than cheap, is even lucrative to the so-called martyr, it is instructive to note that tithe has been repeatedly withheld in Wale3 from lay tithe-owners, schools, colleges, and in one case at least even from a charity. In Sonth Wales a Radical layman of the most spotless principles found himself obliged to distrain for tithe. Now that tithe is realised to be property, it is hard to draw the line between repudiation of tithe and repudiation of rent. The next step in demoralization is ominously near and obvious, and the repudiation of rent has, as a matter of fact, been frequently mentioned in Wales since the commencement of the anti-tithe agitation. As a protest, on the plea of conscie against the present appropriation of tithe, the anti-tithe agitation is simply ludicrous. It is directed at times against tithe in private ownership, and so misses the point of the protest by protesting too much and by going in for a percentage of reduction to be fixed by themselves, the anti-tithe farmers ask either for too much or too little. Absolute refusal to pay tithe, as a protest, would be ral intelligible immorality, but conscience pinched only up to ten per cent. of its obligation and afterwards satisfied confesses its own confusion. After the Rhyl resolution, and the strenuous exertion of the North and South Wales Federa- tions and the warm reception and satisfactory assurance which they received from the National Libera, association, one would have expected that Mr. Gee would have advised his follows among t^e farmers to drop their protest, by agitation, tor t.:e present, lest they should p'm into the hands of the supporters of the Tithe Bill. It is a pcor compliment either jo the British De ocracy or to the case for Disesta- blishment in Wales, cr to both to think that lawless ;ess is necessary for a fair hearing in Parliament. Now that Welsh Liberationists propose to organise an autumn campaign in England, they would be well advised to set themselves to conciliate English common .sense and love of justice by strenuously discountenancing a pettifogging agitation equally repugnant to both. Mr. Gee lately explained to his readers that several years must I elapse, even after his interpretation of the reply J which he elicited from Mr. Gladstone, before ( Disestablishment for Wales can be carried and J i counsels patience. Would it not have been more prudent tactics to have economised I popular ardour and to have held over the agita- I I tion, along with the Rhyl resolution, in reserve, I [t till Disestablishment in Wales came within im- mediate politics. Tiiere was no adequate reason I for confusing the popular conscience and breed- ing all this bad blood and disorder for years, j when there ar^ so many things to be done in the meantime by all of 11s together for the good of Wales. The history of the anti-tithe agitation has un- fortunately shewn that p p,,ilitr passion, ouce ¡ poisoned by a mixture of religious prejudice iind cupidity, is apt to let itself go into dis- graceful and dangerous excesses. A frank and well-known Liberal magistrate, who is also a couutv councillor for Denbighshire, recently said that tiie scenes which he witnessed at Llannef- ydd two years ago made him ashamed of beirg a Welshman. The Welsh people have deservedly won a fair escutcheon for good feeling aud obedience to law. Whence comes it that this fair escutcheon has been tarnished by scenes witnessed at anti-tithe sales, by travesties of the sacraments and services of religion, by the silly spite shewn in burning clergy in etfigy, by hurling filth of all description and assaulting ofticers of the law in the performance of their lawful duty ? The cause is to be sought not in the character of the clergy nor in the natural disposition of the people, nor yet in the established position of the Church but in the persistent recklessness with which, for many Year-groundless aud disgraceful charges have h"cAn disseminated agninst the Church and the clergy by a section of the Welsh press and by a class of political aspirants who ought to have known better- A Baptist minister, for instance, has been allowed to publish in the Bxncr GG long articles reviling the Church with an indefatigable and venomous scurrility simply amazing in a ministerial amateur. The violent oration of Mr. Lloyd George. M.P., at. Mr. Spurgeon's Tabernacle, at the beginning of the summer, will be fresh in the memory of many of your readers. The great majority of Welsh Nonconformists, whatever views they hold on Disestablishment, entertain no feelings of bitterness againit the Church or the clergy as is shewn by their marked pre- ference for the ministrations of the clergy, at funerals .when feelings are specially sensitive. Nor do they approve of the anti-tithe agitation, though they huve committed the grave mistake of treating the agitators with silent scorn. The sdeuce has enabled a comparatively small band of self-confident and energetic men—whose motive I have no wish to impugn as I am only concerned with the character of their doctrines -to contrive by vigorous manipulation of the vernacular press to keep the agitation alive for years in certain districts. Morality and order have largely gone by default. It speaks well under the circumstances for the good sense and morality of the main body of Welsh farmers that this new-fangled morality has not already spread much further. But an agitation which, in the sacred name of religion, practically holds out a bribe for setting plain moral dictates at defiance, though at present limited in its shere of operations is obviously contagious and dangerous to the higher interest of Wales. Ten years of this agitation would undo the time for the agitation to be seriously grappled with, in its moral aspect, by all con- cerned for religion in Wales. By all means let Disestablishment be fought out on its merits in a tone and by methods worthy of the gravity of the issue. But let not the end be held to justify immoral means, nor let an attempt be tolerated -be the motives of its promoters ever so pure- to force on Disestablishment at the cost of the conscience of the Welsh people. I do not, at present, ask f-)r sympathy for suffering clergy, nor even for justice, nor do I write merely in the interest of the Church. I raise the single issue, in as pointed a manner as I can. of the influence of the anti-tithe agitation upon morality and religion in Wales, and I have reasoned this issue out from my point of view with as few personalities as possible. If I am mistaken in the view which I have taken of the morality of the anti-tithe agitation in Wales, let someone try and correct me. But if I am not mistaken, then it is the undeniable duty of the Welsh Nonconformist Synods to face, without delay, the serious consequences of the revolt of a large section of their adherents from the rudi- ments of morality, and to speak out in unmis- takable terms.—I am, yours truly, J. 07V EN. The Deanery, St. Asaph, August :Jtl1, 1500. CRICKET AT PENMAENMAWE. To the Editor. Sm,- This game is indulged in in the field ad- joining the beach tind railway station: and as the place is but a narrow one, balls are frequently thrown on to the "prom." and railway lines. Several little children have been struck by these balls during the past week, and gentlemen and ladies either walking on the prom." or sitting j on the beach have had very narrow escapes from bt>ing seriously injured. I am an admirer of the old English game of cricket, and should be the last to interfere with the privilege which has be?n granted to the players by the owner of the ground in question still, taking into considera- tion the danierous position of the field for such a recreation ar;d the consequences which may re- sult from a child being struck, I think some steps should be taken by the local authorities to prevent further accidents. Some ladies have quite a dread of going through the archway when these games afe being played, as balls delivered swiftly not unfrequeutly come into the road,—Yours truly, CRICKET. BATHING AT LLANFAIRFEOHAN. To the Editor. Sin,—I have just returned from a few weeks' visit to this charming seaside resort, Llanfair- fechan, and I was much pleased with its position, scenery, and the general accommodation for visitors. There is one great defect, however, to which I would like to call attention, and that is the bathing arrangements, which are universally condemned. In no bathing place that I know of are ladies and gentlemen compelled to bathe in the promiscuous fashion that is the custom at Llanfairfechan. No arrangements whatever is made to ajford separate accommodation to the sexes, with the result that the modesty of most people is shocked, and the very elements of decency is constantly outraged. I am informed upon good authority that many ladies have ceased to visit, and some who were there during my stay did not bathe, while there was no one to whom I spoke on the subject who did not emphatically condemn the present state of things. Ladies and gentlemen may be seen together wait- ing for an empty box during the bathing hours, when it is "first comelirst served," while the shore is lined with "all sorts smd conditions of men" watching the misery of the bathers making their way over the jagged stones or running the gauntlet of a hundred pairs of eyes after their boxes which have been dragged over the sands from the incoming tide. I have repeatedly had to wait before entering the water while ladies passed who chose to walk up and down between the boxes and the surf. I have had to wait in the water until ladies condescended to retire from the steps of bathing box, which they occupied while watching the bathers. These things are enough to shock most people's suscep- tibilities, and are quite sufficient to damage the popularity of any watering-place. A local board, I believe, exists, and I would suggest that before next year such arrangements should be made as to do away with the present system, which I am told did not exist some years ago. Before closing, I would like to say that I received great pleasure in my several visits to the Convalescent Home. It is most ably managed by the resident sister, Miss Butler, and is a model of its kind. The inmates are most thankful for any little kindness and attention shown them, and it is well worthy of the support and sympathy of the public, conferring as it does lasting benefits on those who lose their health and strength in the great manu- facturing and industrial centres of England.—I am. Sir, yours, etc., Dublin, August 11th. T. COOKE.
SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.
SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. CARNARVON. Week ending August 21st, 1300. ARRIVE#.—Catherine, Junes, Dublin Velo- city, Ellis, Bray; Medway, Hughes, Bangor- Messenger, Parry, Aberdare; William Edward' Parry, Bray Lady Fielding, Williams, Bray. SAILED.— Ellen, Griffith, for Weymouth; Elizabeth Davis, Jones, Swansea; Mary Jane Thomas, Haverfordwest; Margaret and Ann, Parry. Swansea Margaret Lewis, Lewis, Swan- sea Medway, Hughes, Liverpool; Messenger, Parry, Aberdaron Falcon, Wiiiiams, Dundalk • Marin,er, Jones, Trow; Margaret Elizabeth' Parry Bowling. PORT MA DOC. SATLSD.—Falke, for Marburg; Clare, Capen- burg; John and Margaret, Teignmouth; Gowerian, Lowestoft; Lizzie, Liverpool; Tyne, Copenhagen Volunteer, do.; Walter Ulric, do. Joseph Nicholson. Newcastle: Red Rover. Ex- moutii; Mary Owens, IIarburg; Albert, Copen- hagen Esmeralda, Frederickstadt; Mary Eugenie. Bridgewater; Laura, Newport; Sage, Cardiff; Aurora, Newport; Messenger, Strond Menai, Poole Rebecca (s.s.), Liverpool; Gwen- doline, Cardiff; Adventure, Bridgewater Secret, Mistley. ABEIVRD,—Ann Jane, from Stranraer; Physician, Foynes; Mary Lloyd, Abersoch • David Sinclair, Hamburg Swift, Cork Rebecca (s.s.), Liverpool, > t
LLANBERIS HORTICULTURAL. &c.…
LLANBERIS HORTICULTURAL. &c. SHOW. GRAND BRASS BAND CONTEST. THIS interesting event came off under very un- tavourable circumstances, on a field adjoining the Padarn Villa Hotel, on Thursday laat. Nearly throughout the day rain fell in torrent. but the weather did not hinder thousands from availing themselves of the opportunityaftorded by the railway company, who issued cheap tickets from all stations in tba district. The entries this year numbered 732 in all. beiug far in excess of those of last year. The dogs, sheep, cal ves, and ponies were exhibited on the open field, while a spacious marquee was erected for poultry, horticulture, honey, See. In connection with this year's show, which was under dis- tinguished patronage, there were two grand brass band contests—one for the best "quick step" along the street from the Castle Hotel to the field, a.nd the other for the best rendering of the glee, "The Forest Green" (H. Round). Eleven hands from England and Wales had entered, but only four made their appearance namely, Vaenol Royal Silver Band, Llnriberis Oakeley Royal Silver Band, Festiniog; Llan Festiniog Brass Band, and the Llanrug Royal Brass Band. Their presence greatly euli <7ened the whole proceedings. Mr. J. Morgan Jones, I LIanberis, acted as secretary to the band contest, Mr. J. E. Jones, Nant Peris, being treasurer. The Chorley). after a capital contest, awarded both adjudicator (Professor John Ainsworth, F.S.Sc., prizes —= £ lo and 2 guineas-to the Llan Festiniog Bruss Band (Mr. Rider, bandmaster), and highly complimented them on their playing. On the open field, while the rain fell copiously, a competition took place for the best shearing of a lamb. Four came forward, and the adjudi- cators-Messrs. R. J. Griffith, NantUchaf, Llan- beris, and Henry Griffith, Cwmyglo — awarded the first prize to G. W. Owen, Hafodty, Llan- beris his brother, Ellis W. Owen being second and John Owen Pritchard, Rali, Llanberis, taking a third place. The committee spared no effort to make this year's show a success, having as its chairman, Mr. Thomas Hughes, Hafod, and Mr. John F. Roberts, Lorne House, acl ing as treasurer. Mr. J. Lloyd Williams, Ty Gwyn, deserves every praise for the able and energetic manner he dis- charged the duties of secretary to the satisfac- tion of all. Among those present we noticed Mr. William Rath bone, M.P., and Mr. G. W. Dutf Assheton Smith. Messrs. Dickson, Limited, of the Nurseries, Chester, exhibited some splendid specimens of cut flowers, and Mr. E.Humphreys, Royal Hotel, Carnarvon, some fine bunches of grapes, together with plant of same in pot. The judges were :—Doga: Mr. W. Lort, Vaynol Park, near Bangor. Poultry, pigeons. &c.: Mr. J. Dixon, Clayton, Bradford. Sheep, ponies, &c.: Messrs. D. Williams, Llanfairfechan, and J. Roberts, Pont Ty Gwyn. Horticultural: Messrs. A. Calder, Vaynol Gardens, and K. Wright, Plai Newydd Gardens. Honey: Mr. E. Windsor Davies, Eglwysbach. Butter: Mrs. Roberts, Dolbadarn, Llanberis, and Mrs. Williams, Cae Gwyn, LItin beris. LIST OF AWARDS. The following is a list of the awards:- DOGS. Collies or sheep dogs, rough-coited, dog or bitch: 1, Thomas E. Owen, Pyllau Farm, Llan- dudno; 2, John Owen Griffiths, 47, Stanley- road, Bootle, Liverpool; 3 and 4, G. O. Jones, Green Bank, Carnarvon. Collies or sheep dogs, smooth-coated, dog or bitch 1, Griffith Thomas Closs, Llwynbedw, Llanberis; 2, Hugh Parry, Gorphwysfa, Waenfawr; 3, Thomas C. Williams, Cttrreg Wen, Nant Peris. Welsh terriers, dogs or bitches: 1, G. E. Humphreys. Market-street, Carnarvon; 2, Thomas Jones, 5, James'-court, Carnarvon; 3, W. H. Savage, Brynafon, Banger. Welsh terrier puppies under 12 months old: 1, G. Elwyn Jones, 12, Bridge-street, Carnarvon 2, M. T. Morris, Minmanton, Carnarvon 3, Thomas Jones, Carnarvon. Terriers, any other breed except Welsh: 1 and 3, Donald Cameron, Bangur 2, M. T. Morris, Carnarvon. Retrievers, dogs or bitches: 1, John Mitchell, 332, High- street, Bangor; 2, Tyler and Ellis, Stafford House, Bethesda 3, John R. Roberts,-Goleufryn, Cwmyglo. Spaniels, dogs or bitches 1, Thomas E. Williams, Eifion House, Portdinorwic; 2, John Mitchell, Bangor. Any other variety not before mentioned (large breed): Prises equally divided between John Mitchell, Bangor; Tyler and Ellis, Bethesda, and T. E. Williams, Port- dinorwic. Any other variety not before men- tioned (small breed): 1, M. T. Morris, Car- narvon 2, Mrs. George Davies, 25, Segontium- terrace,Carnarvon 3, Owen John Owen, Lhvybr- main, Mynydd Llandegai. POULTRY. Dorking, cock and hen, any colour: 1 and 2, Uriffith Griffith, Gorphwysfa, Cape! Curig 3, R. Lloyd, 88, High-street, Portmadoc. Brahma, cock and hen, any colour 1, R. D. Jones, grocer, Llanberis; 2, Dr. H. Jones Roberts, Penygroes. Plymouth Rocks, cock and hen 1, Owen Jones. Mount Pleasant Hotel, Llanwnda; 2, F. W.Foster, Glanbeuno, Carnarvon 3, A. Wynne Williams. Glasgoed, Llanddeiniolen. Game black red, cock and hen: 1, V. P. Lort, Vaynol Park; 2, William Hughes, 53, Chapel-street, Carnarvon; 3, Owen e. Thomas, Pen Scoines Cottage, Port- dinorwic. Pile game cock and hen 1 and 2, E. Hughes, Ilhiweu, Ebenezer. Spanish or Mtnorea 1, William Llewelyn Jones, Graig Lwyd, Llaa- dinorwic; 2, E. Williams, Dinorwic House, Penygroes 3, F. W. Foster, Glanbeuno- Game, any other variety, cock and hen: 1, Henry Roberts, Hafod yr Hif, near Bangor; 2, Tyler and Ellis. Bethesda; 3, William Pritchard, Hafod, Penrti03garnedd. Hamburgh silver spangled or pencilled, cock and heu: 1, fsaic Roberts, Penygiltach, Llanrug 2, Richard Lloyd, Portmadoc; 3, William LI. Jones, Graig Lwyd. Golden spangled or pencilled, cock and hen: 1, John Williams, Hendra Goetra, Bangor; 2, Annie Jones, Mount Pleasant Hotel, HanwndA; 3, Maggie Jones, do. Any other variety not before mentioned, cock and hen: I and 2, North Wales Poultry Yards, Bontnewydu. Carnarvon 3. D. Humphreys, Victoria Tap, .Llanberis. White bantams, cock and hen: 1, Tyler and Ellis, Stafford House, Bethesda. Bantams, any variety, cock and heu: 1, John Williams, iiendra Goetra, Bangor; 2, A. Wynne Williams, Glas- coed; 3, John Hughes, 53.Chapel-3tT.eet, Carnar- von. Duck and drake (Aylesbury): 1, W. E. Jones, Bryn Mapsis, Oswestry 2, F. W. Foster, Glanbeuno. Duck and drake (any other variety): 1 and 3, F. W Foster, Glanbeuno 2, Wm. Williams, Greuor, Llanfairisgaer. SPECIAL PltlZg GIVICST BY MESSRS. TILLING AND BLACKBURN, CARNARVON. Silver spangled cock and hen: Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach, Llanrug. PIGEONS. Carrier, any colour, cock and hen: 1, Owen Williams, Rose Hill, Carnarvon; 2, Robert Roberts, Bethesda-street, Llanberis, Fantail, anv colour, cock and hen: 2, Robert- R. Roberts, Bethesda-street, Llanberis. Jacobin. any cùlGur, cock and hen: 2, Owen Williams, Rose Hill. Carnarvon. Pigeons, any other variety, cock and hen 1, Owen Williams, Rose Hill, Carnar- von 2, V. P. Lort, Vaenol Park. CAGE BIRDS. Norwich crested: 1, John.Williams, Hendra Goetra, Bangor; 2, Robert Roberts, Brynfedwen Park, Llanrug. Norwich clear, yellow or buS 1 and 3, John Williams, Bangor; 2, Enoch Wil- liams, New-street, Carnarvon. First feather of any other variety; 1, John Jones, Edward- street, Carnarvon; 2, John Hughes, Eleanor- street, do.; 3, R. Jackson, Mount' Pleasant- place, do. Canary of any other variety 1, Robert Roberts, Brynfedwen Park; 2 II W Hughes, Holy well-terrace, Carnarvoll 3,' RoWt Williams, Capel Sion. British birds 1. Griffith Evans, Tyddyn Partley, Bontnewydd 2, William Owen, Pool-lane, Carnarvon 3. Thomas Owen South-pen'rallt, Carnarvon. Foreign birds, any variety 1, Ellen Roberts, Frondeg, Llanberis; 2, Kate Hobley, Halford Hall, Llanberis; 3, Henry Griffith, Tanymaes, Portdinorwic. SPECIAL PRtZE BY MS. S. J. B:33r, CABNARroy. Best canary in the show: John Williams, Hendra Goetra, Bangor. VEGETABLES.—(Class A). Broad beans, 20 pods: 1, E. G. Williams, P->n- rhos Cottage, Bethel; 2, Isaac Roberta,' Pen- gilfach. Kidney beans, 20 pods: 1, Isaac Roberts, Pengilfach. Cabbage, 2 heads: I. Robert Griffith, Disgwylfa-terrace, Llanrug: 2. Henry Parry, Frongoch, Llanberi3; 3, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach. Red cabbage, 2 heads; 1, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach 2, E. G. Williams Penrhos Cottage, Bethel. Carrots, a bi:nch of 6 1, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach 2, E. G. Wii- liams, Penrhos Cottage 3, Griffith John Davie3, Bryn Eden, Llanberis. Lettuce (any variety', 3 heads: 1, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach; 2. E. G. Williams, Penrhos Cottage, Bethel; 3, William Davies, Victoria-terrace. Llanberis' Onions (spring sown), 12: 1, E. G- Williams, Penrhos Cottage, Bethel; 2, Isaac Roberts, I [Penygilfach; 3, Owen O. Owens, Pen Dinas Mawr, Llanddeiniolen. Curled parsley, I root: 1, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach, Llanberis 2, Thomas Griffith Closs, Tanybryn, Llanberis 3 William Williams, Penygilfach, Llanberis. Peas, 20 pods: 1, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach, LIan- beris; 2, William Davies, Victoria-terrace, Llan- I beria, 3, E. G. Williams, Penrhc3 Cottage, Bethel. Kidney potatoes, 12: I, John Griffitt, Plaatirion, Llanberis; 2, Thomas J. Williams, Post Office Row. Saron; 3, Margaret Hughes, London House, Llanrug. Round potatoes. 12 1,E. G. Williams, Penrhos Cottage. Bethel; 2 and 3, Isaac Roberta, PaaygUfacb. Kidaoy S potatoes. 3 varieties, 6 of each 1, Robert Wil- liams, Capel Seion, near Carnarvon, 2, John Griffith, Plastirion, Llanberis 3, Isaac Roberts Penygiltach. Round potatoes, 3 varieties, 6 of each: 1, Robert Hughes, Llaingro, Llanrug 2, W. levies, Victoria-terrace, Llanberis. Radishes (any variety), a bunch of 12: 1, Thomas Griffith Closs, Tanybryn, LIaiiberis 2, W. Davies, Victoria-terrace, Llanberis. Rhubarb, 6 stalks 1, Moses Rowlands, Taiiygraig, Llan- beris; 2, Lewis Jones, Llainwen, Llanberis 3, Henry Parry, Frongoch, Llanberis. Shalots, ft clusters as grown 1, Isaac Roberts, li Penygilfach: 2, no name; 3, W. Davies, Victoria-terrace, Llanberis. Turnips, a bunch of G: 1. William John Williams, Plus Coch, Llanberis 2. Henry Parrv, Frongoch, Llanberis 3, William Jones, Jerusalem, Llanberis. Collection of vegetables, G varif-ties 1, William I Davies, Victoria-terrace. Llanberis; 2, I*aac Roberts, Penygilfach; 3, John Griffith, Plas- tirion, Llanberis. SPECIAL !>IUZ3 GIVEN BY THE 1IO.V. W. W. VIVIAN. Collections of plants (confined to the Dinorwic Quarrymen): 1, William Davies, H, Victoria- terrace, Llanberis; 2, Isaac Roberts, Peuygil- fach, Llanberis SPECIAL PRIZH GIVEN BY MR H. A. DUFF. Neatest and nrettiest cottage frontage and surroundings (confined to the paiish of Llan- beris) 1, WiLiam Davies. 9. Victoria-terrace, Llanberis; 2, Griffith Williams, 5. Victoria- terrace, Llanberis- SPECIAL PRIZS GIYEN BY MR. S. J. BIBDY, CARNARVON. Collection of cut flowers not under 12 varieties, one of each 1, William Davies, Victoria-terrace, Llanberis. FRUITS. Apples, 6 of any sort: 1, William Hugh Griffith, Rhos Bethel, Llanddeiniolen 2, Wil- liam M. Jones. Mount Pleasant. Llanberis; 3, William D. Jones, Ty'n Gadlys, Llanberis, Gooseberries, any colour: 1, Griffith J. Davies. Bryn Eden, Llanberis; 2, Robert Griffith, Dis- gwylfa-terraee. Llanrug; 3, Thomas Griffith Williams, Glan'rafon-terrnce, Llanberis. FLOWERS. Annuals, hardy cut flowers: 1, William Davies, Victoria-terrace, LIanherio. Balsam, a plant in pot: 1, John E. levies. Goodmin-street, Llan- beris; 2, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach 3, Wm. Davies, Victoria-terrace. Begonia, a plant in pot: 1, Thomas Williams, Glanaber, Llanberis; 2, William J. Williams, PI as Coch, ditto: 3, Joseph O. Owens, 11, Victoria-terrace, ditto. Cut dahlias, 6 double: 1, Isaac Roberts, Peny- gilfach; 2. E. G. Williams, Penrhos Cottage, Bethel; 3, William Davies. Victoria-terrace. Fuschia, a plant in pot: 1. Isaac Roberts, Peny- yilfach 2, Henry Parry. Llainwen; 3, John .\1. Evans. Llainwen. Single geranium, a plant in pot: I.John Griffith, Plastirion; 2, Owen M. Evans, Llainwen. Double geranium, a p!ant in pot: 2, John M. Evans, Llainwen 3, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach. Geranium, bicolour or tricolour, a plant in pot: 1, William Richard Parry, Newton-street; 2, Isaac Roberts. Musk, a plant in pot: 1, John M. Evans, Llainwen 2, Benjamin Phillips, Bryn Tirion; 3, Joseph O. Owens, 11, Vicroria-street. Pelargoniums, a plant in pot: 1, Isaac Roberts; 2, Joseph O. Owens. Calceolaria, a plant in pot: 1, Henry Parry,Llainwen; 2, William Davies. Collection of plants, 3 varieties: 1, William Davies. Victoria- terrace 2, Owen M. Evans, Llainwen; 3, Isaac Roberts. A bouquet of wild flowers 1, Sydney Griffith, Plastirion; 2, Owen Griffith, Disgwylfa-terrace, Llanrug 3, William Davies, Victoria-terrace. CUT FLOWERS. Asters, 3 varieties, two of each: 1. William Davies, Victoria-terrace; 2, Joseph O. Owens, ditto 3, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach. Pansies, 3 varieties, 2 of each: 1, E, G. Williams, Penrhos Cottage. Bethel; 2, William Davies 3, Ben- jamin Phillips, Bryntirion, Llanberis. Roses, 3 varieties, 2 of each 1, E. G. Williams, 'Bethel; 2, William Davies. Stocks, (double), 11 of each 1, Isaac Roberts; 2, William Davies 3, Joseph O. Owens. Sweet William (double), 4 of each 1 and 2 withheld: 3, William Davies. LLYSIEUAETH. Best collection of leaves, giving their name and describing their nature: 1 (given by Mr. Robert Hughes, Bronygneuan), Ellis Williams, Brynffynnon, Cwmyglo 2, 0. B. Thomas, Rhos- tryfan Station; 3. Robert Griffith, Disgwylfa- terrace, Llanrug. VEGETABLES—(CLAS3 B). French beans, 30 pods 1, Edward Humphreys, Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis 2, Richard Wil- liams, Glangwna, Lianrtig. Kidney beans, 30 pods: Richard Williams. Broad beans, 30 pods: 1, Henry Parry, Glan'rafon, Poctrug; 2, Edward Humphreys; 3. E. G. Roberts, Padarn Villa Hotel. Cauliflowers, 2 heads: 1, E. G. Roberts, 2, Edward Humphreys. Cabbage, 2 heads: 1. Henry Parry; 2, Edward Humphreys. Red cabbage, 2 heads: 1. Edward Humphrep3 2, Henry Parry. Carrots, a bunch of 0 1, Henry Parry; 2, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach. Cucum- bers. a brace 1, Richard Williams; 2, Edward Humphreys. Celery, two: 1, withheld; 2, Edward Humphreys. Lettuce, 3 heads: 1, Edward Humphreys; 2, Isaac Roterts. Onions, spring sown, 12: Richard Williams. Peas, 30 pods: 1, Edward Humphreys; 2, Isaac Roberts. Kidney potatoes, 12: 1, Richard Williams; 2, Henry Parry. Round potatoes: 1, Henry Parry; 2, Richard Williams. Potatoes, best collection, G varieties, 6 of each: 1, John Griffith, Plas- tirion, Llanberis 2, Richard Williams. Radishes, any sort, a bunch of 12: Edward Humphreys. Rhubarb, G stalks: 1, Edward Humphreys; 2, Henry Parry. Turnips, a bunch of 6 1. Edward Humphreys; 2, Henry Parry. Vegetable marrows, a brace: Richard Williams. Collec- tion of vegetables, 8 varieties: 1, Richard Williams 2, Edward Humphreys. FRUIT. Ap;.Ie3, any variety, 6: 1, Richard Williams; 2, N. G. Roberts. Pears, 6: Richard Williams. Gooseberries, any colour: Robert Griffith, Dis- gwylfa-terrace, Llanrug. Grapes, 2 bunches: Edward Humphreys. Collection of fruit, not less than G varieties: 1. Richard Williams. FLOWERS. Begonias tuberous, 2 varieties: 1, Richard Williams: 2, William Davies. Begonias orna- mantelis, 2 varieties: 1, Richard Williams 2, William Davies. Coleus, 3 varieties: 1, Richard Wiliiams; 2, William Davies. Ferns, hardy, 6 varieties in pots 1, John Griffith, PJastinon, Llanberis; 2, William Davies. Fuschias, single, 3 varieties in pots: Richard Williams. Fuschias, double, 3 varieties in pots: 2, William Davies. Geraniums, single, 3 varieties in pots: 1, Richard Williams; 2. William Davies. Geraniums, doubie, 3 varieties in pots: William Davies. Geraniums, variegated, 3 varieties in pots: 2, Isaac Roberts, Penygilfach. Pelargoniums, 3 varieties in pots: William Davies. Petunias, 2 varieties in pots: William Davies. Gloxinias, 2 varieties in pots: William Davies. A specimen plant in pot: Richard Williams. Collection of plants in pots, 6 varieties 1, William Davies: 2, E. G. Roberts, Padarn Villa Hotel. CUT FLOWERS. Asters, 3 varieties, 2 of each 1, Richard Wil- liams 2, William Davies. Carnations or picotees, 3 varieties. 2 of each: 1, William Davies 2, Richard Williams. Dahlias, single, 2 varieties, 2 of each l, William Davies 2, E. G. Roberts. Dahlias, double, 3 varieties, 2 ol each: 1, Richard Williams; 2, William Davies Gladioli, 3 varieties, 1 of each William Davies, Pansies, 6 varieties, I of each: 1, Richard Wil- liams 2, John Griffith, Plastirion. Phloxes, 5 varieties, 2 of each 1, William Davies 2, E. G. Roberts- Perennials, 6 varieties, 1 of each: 1, Richard Williams 2, William Davies. Roses, 6 blooms of not less than 3 varieties: 1, E. G. Roberts; 2, William Davips. Stocks, double, 3 | varieties, 2 of each: 1, Isaac Roberts; 2, Wil- liam Davies. Annuals, 6 varieties, 1 of each 1 Richard Williams 2, William Davies. Bouquet' arrangement of garden flowers: 1, Richard Williams 2, William Davies. WELSH SHEEP. Welsh ewes, any age: 1, Edward Humphreys, Royal Victoria Hotel, Llanberis; 2, Griffith Thomas Closs, Llwyn Bedw, Llanberis. Welsh ram, fed on mountain up to August, 1890 1 and 2, Griffith Thomas Closs; 3, Henry Griffith, Cwm Ucha, Llanberis. Five Welsh ewes, having reared lambs in 1890: 1, Henry Parry, Hafod- yrhug, Carnarvon; 2 and 3, Henry Owen, Car- narvon. Three Welsh mountain ewes, having reared Iambs in 1890: 1, John William Ellis, Beudy Mawr, Llanberis; 2, George William Ellis, Cae Gwyn, Llanberis 3, R. T. Closs, Llwyn Peris, Llanberis. Three Welsh she-lambs from mountain up to August, 1890: 1, Griffith Thomas Closs 2. John William Ellis; 3, George Wil- liam Ellis. Butter (from the three parishes): 1, William Williams, Tyddyn Andrew Ucha, Llanddeiniolen; 2, Thomas Roberts, Tanybuarth, Bryn'refail; 3, Jane Griffith, Cwm Ucha, Llanberis. COBS. Cob under 14 £ hands high, confined to the three parishes: 1, Owen D. Owen, Gors, Llan- ddeiniolen; 2, E. G. Roberts, Padarn Villa Hotel, Llanberis. PONIES. Pure-bred Welsh mountain pony, gelding or mare, not exceeding 12 £ hands to be shown in hand, open to all comers: 1, A. Wynne Wil- liams, Glasgoed, Llanddeiniolen; 2, Eurgain Lort, Vaenol. Welsh bull calf, under one year old, open to the three parishes: 1, Thomas Closs, Llwyn Peris; 2, Griffith Thomas, Llwynbedw, Llan- beris 3, John Jones, Bodrual, Carnarvon. Welsh cow calf, open to the three parishes: 1, Mary Closs, Llwyn Peris, Llanberis; 2, Thomas Cloas, Llwyu Peris, HONEY. Glnss supers not less than 5lbs., and no more than 12Ibs.: 1. Robert Hughes, Bronygneuan, Llanberis 2, Morris Griffith, Ty Newydd, Llan- beris 3, J. F. Roberts, Lorne House, Llanbeiis h c, H. Parry, Llainwen, Llanberis, and R. Jones, Tanybryn, Fachwen. 12 hen eggs, any colour, open only to the three parishes 1, Thomas Jones, Coedbolyn, Bethel 2. Griffith Williams, Clawdd Llwyd, Llanrug 3, H. Parry, Glan'rafon, Pontrug, near Carnarvon.
VALE OF CONWAY AGRICULTURAL…
VALE OF CONWAY AGRICUL- TURAL SHOW. THE twentieth annual show of the Vale of Conway Agricultural Society was held at Llanrwst on Thursday, this week. Mr. Richard James, Dyffryn Aur, Llanrwst, is the president for the year, and Mr. Richard Jones, Ddolgam, Capel Curig, the vice-president. There were foine thirty entries in excess of last year's, although the dog and poultry classes suffered by the clashing of the exhibition with that which came off oil the same day at Llanberis. As in the majority of previous years the weather was unfavourable, and heavy showers thiuned the ground whilst the leaping was going on. Both n the cattle and horses classes many honours went to Colonel Piatt, Gorddinog, who was n the cattle and horses classes many honours went to Colonel Platt, Gorddinog, who was ilosely run by Mr. T. Roberts, Aber, and Mr. ^andbach, (Iafoduuo^. Mr. John Jones, Central Buildings, Llandudno, showed the best yearly bull of the Welsh breed, and he was very successful in the classes for sheep of the native breed. Messrs. Dickson (Limited) showed a fine collection of cut roses and some splendid farm produce grown by Mr. Dutton, Belle Vue Hotel. Trefriw. The silver cup given by Mr. Daintry llollins for the best sporting dog on the field was carried off by a clumber spaniel shown by Mr. Arthur Dutton,whose kennel was very success- ful at the late Llandudno show. The following was the committee of management:—Colonel C. A. Wynne Finch, the Hon. H. L. Mostyn. Messrs. J. II, Eiias, Gorswen; R. Hughes, Llwynllydau John Jones, Llandudno; Kev. Canon Jones, Rectory; Messrs. E. W. Davies, Penrhiwardwr; D. Williams, Dniwyddelen U. R. Sandbach, Hafodunos Alderman Samuelson, Drwsycoed Messrs. T. B. Griffith, Bryndyilryn J. R. Jones, Berth Ddu; G. R. Ashley, Llandudno Thomas koberts, Aber; T. Jones. Dolmarchog; R. Roberts, Taihirion W. K. Kyffin, Belmont; H. Roberts, Bank R. Roberts, Ffynnon Newydd J. Evans, Plas Tirion; C. S. Mainworing, Galltfaenan; J. Black wall, Hendre House; H.J. Ellis Nanney, P. Mclntyre, Gwydyr Ucha'; Dr. T. E. Jones, Henar; Messrs. Humphrey Lewis, Conway; It. Hughes, Tanyfron J. C. Munro, Rhydycreuau W. L. Banks, Plus Madoc Lord Peurhyn; Lord Mostyn Messrs. H. Ellis, Tai'r- meibion; T. Elias, Brewery; Owen Owen, Plas Rhaiadr; R. Morris, Nautmawr; R. Wynne, Eagles Hotel; J. Hughes, Llewelyn-terrace G. W. Tinsley, Pennant; John Griffith, Cae Milwr; John Hughes, Bronheulog; C. J. Wallace, Gwynedd, Conway; W. E. Jones, Menai Bridge J. W. Griffith, Gwynfryn Robert Roberts, Cwm Lanerch Robert Hughes, Hafod; Maurice Roberts, surveyor; John Jones, Ty'n'rallt, Maenan; J. R. Jones, veterinary surgeon; I Edward Mills, Plas Helyg; Thomas Dutton, Belle Vue Hotel; Humphrey Ellis, Wig, Aber; James Stott, Conway; Major Sandbach, Ilafod- unos Dr. O. Evans, Llanrwst. Treasurer: Mr. Hugh Roberts, manager of the North and South Wales Bank, Llanrwst. Secretary: Mr. Hugh Pierce, Fron Eirian, Llanrwst. The following were the judgesHorses: Mr. William Edwards, Ty Coch, Ruthin; Mr. H. Owen, Hendy, Carnarvon. Cattle: Mr. William Williams, Garnedd Goch, Gaerwen; Mr. John Roberts, Saltney, Chester. Sheep and pigs Mr. T. Rigby, Sutton Weaver, Preston Brook Mr. J. G. Gratton, Foryd Farm, Rhyl. Dogs and poultry M r. Daintry Hollins, Oak Hill Hall, Stoke-on-Trent; Mr. W. Wkiskin, Orchard House, near Carnarvon. Butter: Mr. William Owen, Cenin, Brynkir, Carnarvon. Honey: Mr. E. Wiudsor Davies, 82, Badford-street South, Liverpool. The field stewards were as follows --Ilorses: Mr. Maurice Koberts, district surveyor, Llan- gerniew; Mr. John C, Mcnro, Rhydycreuau, Llanrwst. Cattle; Mr. W. G. Jones, Farm Cottage, Llanrwst; Mr. Thomas Elias, Brewery, Llanrwst; Mr. Hugh Owen, The Abbey, Llanrwst. Sheep and pijfs Mr. Robert Hughes, Hafod, Llanrwst; Mr. John Hughes, Llewelyn- terrace, Llanrwst. Dogs and poultry: Mr. David Davies, Plas Penisa'dre', Llanrwst; Mr. T. Rogers Jones, Church-street, Llaurwst. Butter and honey: Mr. Robert Roberts, Ffynnon Newydd, Llanrwst; Mr. Edward Mills, Plas Helyg, Llanrwst. Inspectors of shearing: VIr. Edward Roberts, Stag Hotel, Llangerniew Mr. William Williams, Futty Fawr, Llanrwst. The following is the PRIZE LIST. HORSES. Brood mare, with foal at foot, both calculated for husbandry: 1, Colonel Piatt, Gorddinog, Bangor. Two-year-old gelding or filly, calculated for husbtiQQry 1, John Griffith. IXenfaes, near Bangor; 2, Humphrey Ellis, Wig, Aber. One-year-old colt or filly, calculated for husbandry: 1, John Jones, Bryn Gwylan, Llan- gerniew 2, Mrs. Jane Griffith, Merchlyn, Conway. Pair of geldings or mares, calculated for husbandry 1, John Evans, Plastirion, Llanrwst: 2, Robert, Jones, Henffrith, Llaurwst. Mare or gelding, not exceeding 14 j hands high. 2 ealcuiated for saddle or harness: 1, Colonel Piatt, Gorddinog. Bangor; 2, Robert Parry, Glan'rafon, Bettws, Abergele; 3, Edward Samuelson, Drwsycoed, Trefriw. Brood mare, with foal at foot, both for saddle or harness: 1, Col. Piatt; 2, Thomas Owen Owen, Augusta House, Llandudno. Two-year-old gelding or filly, calculated for Z, saddle or harness: 1, John Roberts, Tai Farm, Bettws-yn-Rtios 2, Col. Platt and John Roberts. Pony, mare or gelding, not exceeding 12-L hands high, not less than three years old 1, Mr Jones, Bodoryn, Towyn, Abergele; 2, David Roberts, Moeliwrwch Ucha, Capel Garmon. Brood mare pony, with foal at foot, not ex- ceeding 12} hands high 1, Owen Jones, Queen's 2 Hotel, Llanrwst; 2, Thomas Roberts, Tyny. fynwent, Aber. Horse or mare, calculated for riding or driving, exceeding 14.} hands high, shown under the saddle; 1, William Richards, Wvnnstay Arms Hotel, Ruthin; 2, Eustace Stuart Hasaall, Imperial Hotel, Llandudno. Horse a ad two or four-wheel trap, being bona-fide the property of the exhibitor and shall have been in his or her possession for at least three months previous to exhibition. 1, E. S. Ilassall, Llandudno 2, Thomas Roberts, Aber. HORNED CATTLE. Shorthorn bull, two years old and upwards: 1, Owen Prichard, Glanywern, Mochdre; 2, John V. Williamson, Derwen Hall. Corwen. Welsh bull, two years old and upwards: 1, Thomas Roberts, Ty'nyfynwent, Aber, Bangor. Welsh bull under two years old: 1, John Jones, Central Buildings, Llandudno; 2, Humphrey Ellis, Wig, Aber, Bangor; 3, John Roberts, Tai Farm, Bettws-yn-Rhos: 4, Evan Jones, Cerniach, Llanrwst. Welsh dairy cow in calf or in milk 1, Colonel Platt, Gorddinog, Bangor; 2 and 3, Thomas Roberts, Ty'nyfynwent, Aber, Bangor. Welsh heifer in calf or in milk, three and under feur years old 1, Thomas Roberts,Ty'nyfyn went, Aber, Bangor 2, John Robert Jones, Berthddu, Llanrwst. Welsh heifer, two and under three years old 1 and 2, Thomas Roberts, Ty'nyfynwent, Aber 3, John Robert Jones, Berthddu, Llanrwst. Welsh heifer, one and under two years old 1, Colonel Platt, Gorddinog, Bangor; 2, Thomas Roberts, Ty'nyfynwent, Aber. Dairy cow of any breed, not being Welsh, in calf or in milk 1, Thomas Dutton, Bell Vue Hotel, Trefriw; 2, Richard James, Dyffryn Aur, Llanrwst; 3, Dr. Thomas Evans Jones, Henar, Llanrwst. Heifer of any breed not being Welsh, in calf or in milk, three and under four years old: 1, 2, and 3, Richard James, Dyffryn Aur, Llanrwst. Heifer of any breed, not being Welsh, two and under three years old: 1 and 2, John Robert Jones, Berthddu, Llanrwst; 3, John Evans, Plastirion, Llanrwst. Heifer of any breed, not being Welsh, one and under two years old: 1. J. C. Parry, White Lion Inn, Llanelian 2, John Griffith, Caemilwr, Hanrwst. Welsh steers: 1, Colonel Platt, Gorddinog, Bangor; 2, Davids Davies, Plas Penisa'rdre, Llanrwst; 3, Thomas Roberts, Ty'nyfynwent, Aber. Welsh steers, bred within the district: 1, Robert Hughes, Boblondeb, Llanfairfechan; 2 and 3, John Robert Jones, Berthddu, Llanrwst. Tbree-vear-old Welsh steers: 1, Robert Hughes, Bodlondeb, Llanfairfechan. SHEEP. Shropshire-down ram: H. R. Sandbach, Hafodunos, Abergele. Shearling Shropshire-down ram: H. R. Sand- bach. Three Shropshire-down ewes, having reared lambs during the season: 1, and 2, Humphrey Ellis, Wig. Aber. Shropshire-down shearling ewes: 1, H. R. Sandbach, Hafodunos, Abergele; 2, Humphrey Ellis, Wig, Aber. Welsh ram. 3, Thomas Jones, Dolmarchog Conway. Shearling Welsh ram 1 and 2, John Jones, Central Buildings, Llandudno 3, Godfrey Parry, Llansautffraid, Corwen. Pen of 3 Welsh ewes, having reared lambs during the season: 1 and 2, John Jones, Central Buildings, Llandudno 3, Godfrey Parry, Llan- santffraid. Corwen, Pen of 3 shearling Welsh ewes 1, John Jones, Central Buildings, Llandudno 2, Godfrey Pairy, Llansantffraid, Corwen. I Welsh mountain ram: 1 and 2, Thomas Roberts, Ty'nyfynwent, Aber, Bangor. Pen of 5 Welsh mountain ewes: I, Thomas ¡ Roberts, Ty'nyfynwent, Aber, Bangor; 2, Richard Jones, Ddolgam, Capel Curig. u" cue 1: PIGS. ir Boar of Iare* breed: 1. n. R. Sandbach, Hafodunos, Abeigele; 2, Mrs. Mary Williams, Waeu, Bettws Abergele. Boar of small breed: 1, Robert Wynne, Eagles llotol, LI-inrwst. Breeding sow of large breed: 1, Thomas Dutton, Belle Vile Hotel, Trefriw; 2 Evafl Jones, Cerniach, Llanrwst. Breeding sow of small breed: 1, G. F. Kerry, 7. Watling-street, Llanrwst; 2, W*. G. Jones, Firm Cottage, Llaorwst. 3 store pigs not. exceeding six months old: 1. David Jones. Maes Merddyn, Pentrevoelas; -> Robert Davies, Penybryn, Llanddoget. DOGS. Sheep dog: 1, Thomas E. Owen, Pylla Farm, Llandudno; 2, W, Price Jones, Moss Hill, Pen- macbno; 3, Hugh Roberts, Old Bank, Llanrwst, equal with Richard Jones, Ddolgam, Capel Curig. Sheep bitch: 1, T. R. Jones, Post-office, Pen- machno; 2, Thomas E. Owen, Pyllau Farm, Llandudno. Retriever dog or bitch 1, Arthur E. Watton, Glanymor Cottage, Deganwy; 2, Walter Hand- ford, Rhiwgoch, Dolwyddelen, Smooth terrier dog or bitch 1, Miss Constance Tayieur, Brynffynnon, Ruthin 2, Robert Jones, Cartrefle, Llanrwst. Rough terrier dog or bitch 1 and 2, W. G. Robert, Dolhyfryd, Llandudno. Pointer dog or bitch: 1, Arthur E. Watton, Glanymor Cottage, Deganwy. Spaniel dog or bitch 1 and 2, and silver cup, Arthur E. Watton, Glanymor Cottage, Deganwy- Dog or bitch, of any breed not before men- tioned 1. Frank W. Tvler, Church-street. Blaenau Festiniog; 2, W. Lawrence Banks, PIas Madoc, Llanrwst. POULTRY. Pen of dorkins, 1 cock and 2 hens 1, Thomas Hughes, Pont Lledr Cottage, Bettwsycoei; 2, Richard Jones, Ddolgam, Capel Curig. Pen of Spanish or French, ditto 1, J. Jones. hairdresser, Llanrwst; 2, W. E. Griffiths, AlbioO Hotel, Llanrwst. Pen of game fowl, ditto 1, Richard Thomas- Scotland street, Llanrwst; 2, J. H. Elias, Gors- wen, Conway. Pen of Plymouth Rocks, ditto: 1, SauiU^ Davies, *roni Cottage. Llanrwst: 2, John V. Williamson. Derwen Hall, Corwen Pen of Bramahs, or Cochin Chinas, ditto: 1. Robert Roberts, Cwmlanerch, Bettwsycoed It Robert Hughes, Bodlondeb, Llanfairfechan. Pen of any other variety, ditto: I, John Williamson. Derwen Hall, Corwen; 2, Robert Hughes, Tanyfron, Llanrwst. Pen of Aylesbury duck, 1 drake and 2 ducks: 1, W. Price Jones, Aloss Hill, Penmachno. Pen of Rouen ducks, ditto: 1, John V. Wil' liamson, Derwen Hall, Corwen. Pen of any other variety, ditto: 1. John V. Williamson, Corwen; 2, D. Roberts, Bryntirion, Llanrwst. Pen of turkeys, 1 cock and 2 hens 1, John V. Williamson, Corwen 2, H. R. Sandbach* Hafodunos, Abergele. Pen of geese, 1 gander and 2 geese: 1, J onn V. Williamson, Corwen; 2, G. T. Johnson, GlyO Isa, Conway. BUTTER. Sample of pot butter, not less than 251 bs>f bona-fide the produce of his own farm 1, Davia Thomas, The Mill, Peutrevoelas 2, David JoneS, Maesmerddyn, Pentrevoelas. Sample of fresh butter, not less than 61bSji bona-fide the produce of his own farm, in separate pounds of 16 ounces: 1, David Thomas, Pentrevoelas; 2, David Jones,Pentm* voelas. IMPLEMENTS. Collection of agricultural, implements. The exhibitor not required to be resident in the dls" trict: Thomas Jones, Sheffield House, LlanrWsL HONEY. Exhibit of not less than 121b.s. of run or ex- tracted honey, in lib. or 21b. glas3 jars. To be the produce of the exhibitor's own bees, collected this season: 2, John Jones, Penla°» Pentrevoelas. THE DINNER. The annual dinner took plice at the Victori* Hotel, Mr. Richard James presiding.- Mr. T. Roberts, Aber, who responded for The Success- ful Exhibitors," urged that landowners should take greater interest in these shows, not only W sending stock for exhibition, but by attenaing the show and also the diuuer, and so freelf mixing with the tenant farmers and inter- changing views which might prove beneficial to both (hear, hear). At the recent meeting of til9 Anglesey Agricultural Society, one of the speakers, who was a landowner, complained of the absence of his own class from agricultural gatherings, which might be construed into all absence of sympathy between landlord and tenant (hear, hear). He (the speaker) hoped that the reproach would never extend to Denbighshire or Carnarvonshire, but that when the shows for these counties were held there would be found on the ground and at the dinner as strong a gathering of landowners as there was of tenant farmers (applause).
BATHING MTALHT IN THE DEE
BATHING MTALHT IN THE DEE A BANGOR STUDENT DROWNED. ON Thursday afternoon, a painful drowning fatality took place in the river Dee, opposite Greenfield, when Mr. Peter Edward Bodley, 90 student at Bangor Independent College, was drowned. Mr. Bodley was spending his vacation at his parents' residence in Holywell, and in the afternoon he, accompanied by his father, Mr- Edward Bodley, Cheshire-view, and a younger brother, went to bathe in the river. The tide was receding at the time, and Mr. Bodley went to his younger brother's rescue, when he was drowned before assistance could be rendered him. The event has caused widespread gloom. Mr. Bodley was about twenty-two years of age, and was known as a promising young preacher. The body has been recovered.
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LORD TIIKDRGAN AND HIS WELSH TENANTS. -On Thursday, Lord Tredegar announced his intention of granting a rent remission of 15 per cent, to all the tenants of his Welsh estates for another year.
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MARRIAGE OF MISS HELEN DAVIKS.
MARRIAGE OF MISS HELEN DAVIKS. ON Thurs lay, the 7th inst., Miss Helen E. Davies, i- elder daughter of Mr. J. M. Davies, of Frood- 1 vale, aud grand-daughter of the late Dr. Jones, of Bron Hendre, Carnarvon, was married to Mr'. George Behrens, third son of Mr. Edward Behrens, of The Oakes, near Manchester, and Bettisfield Park, Flintshire. The Rev. Charles Cliidlow, vicar, officiated, and was assisted by the Rev. J. Lewis, curate. Miss Davies has endeared herself to all by her homely and winning ways. The numerous takens of rejoic- ing over the interesting occasion were to be seen all along the line from Froodvale to the church, a largo number of the neighbours and friends rising early to erect triumphal arches bearing mottoes nppropriate for the occasion. The hour fixed for the ceremony was 1.15 p m., when the church was literally crowded with spectators. Miss Davies, who leaned on her father's arm, on approaching the altar, looked very handsome. She wore a rich ivory duchesse satin dress, with a long train trimmed with long wreaths of flowers and chaffon, a Brussels net veil over a real orange blossom wreath, fastened by a rich I pearl aud diamond brooch, the gift of her father and mother. The only other jewellery she wore were A moonstone brooch and a diamond star brooch, the gift of the bridegroom. The brides- maids—Miss liatio Behrens and Miss Alice Mabel Davies—were attired in white silk liberty dresses and hats, with pearl and gold brooches, the gifts of the bridegroom. Mr. Walter Behrens acted as best man. The weather was beautifully fine. After the ceremony the wedding party drove to Froodvale, where a reception was held Amongst the guests were Sir James and Lady Williams-Drummond. General Sir James and Lady Hills-Johnes, Mrs. Johnes, Mrs. Jockhard Ross. Mr. George Ross, Mr. and Mrs. Behrens, the Misses Behrens, Messrs. Walter, Harold. Oliver, Olive, and Noel Behrens, Mr. Tudor Jones, Mrs. Hugh Roberts, the Hev. Charles and' Mrs. Cliidlow, the Rev. J. Lewis, and Dr. and Mrs. Evans. At the Town Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Davies pave a public toa, which was enjoyed by over 60i) people. Rustic sports were held on Maesllan meadow in the afternoon. Tea was also provided at Ithyd- cymerau and Crugybar, In the evening, the bride and bridegroom left Llanwrda for Cardiff, en Tonte for Switzerland, where they are spend- ing their honeymoon. Appended is a list of the presents THE BRIDE'S PRRSF.NTS. From the bridegroom, fitted dressing cas-? and silver-mounted travelling bag, diamond star brooch, diamond and moonstous brooch, gold and pearl brooch, and pearl brooch; Mr and Mrs Behrens, gold watch with bracelet and chatelaine, gold brooch, lovely hand-worked fitted writing case, &c.; Mr Adolph Behrens, diamond and sapphire ring Mr Frank Behrens, diamond, pearl, and sapphire bracelet; Mrs J. Bishop, hand-painted panelled screen Mr W. Bonville, gold pen and holder; the Rev. C. and Mrs Chittlow, silver fruit spoons and sugar sifter; Miss Cookman, fitted work basket; the Rev. J. Cautley and Colonel Cautley, silver ink- stand Mr and Mrs Davies, of Froodvale, diamond and pearl brooch, silver tea and coffee service and kettle, old Brussels lace fan, old lace, and old china; Mr C. F. Davies, silver photo- graph frame; Mr O. W. Davies, silver casket; Mr O. St. L. Davies, brass letter weigher; Miss A. M. Davies, Russia letter silver-irourited blotter; Mr and Mrs B. Davies, cheque; Dr and the Misses Davies, Worcester China vases Mr S. and Miss A. Davies, silver waist buckle; the Rev. D. Davies, Alathew Arnold's poems and other works Sir R. Henry Davies, very hand- some gnarled oak writing case Sir James and Lady Drummond, leather despatch box; Mrs Davidson, gold and silver curt) bracelet; Mrs Davies, Portuguese water jug; Mrs II. Davies, spice and salt boxes Mrs J. Davies, celery dish Air and Mrs D. D. Davies, electro inkstand Mr and Mrs W. Davies, card basket and spice box; Miss Dixon, Japanese cabinet; Mrs Davies, old goblet and honey jar; the Venerable Archdeacon and Mrs Edmondes, pearl brooch and chair; Dr and Mrs Evans, specimen vases; Mrs Evans, white chiua basket; Mrs C. Evans, painted bracket; Mr and Mrs Evans, dessert dish; Miss E. Jones and Miss C. Lloyd, cheese stand Miss Margaret Griffiths, old jug Miss K. M. Griffiths, brass hot water jug; Col. G. S. Hills, clock, aneroid, barometer, compass, and thermometer combined Mr R. S. Hills, cope land china cake stand; Miss Sybil Hills, Iniian gold embroidered table cloths and d'oyles; Mr and Mrs J. C. Hughes, gipsy kettle; Master and the Misses Hughes, four conlport flower pots Mr and Mrs G wynne-Uughes, very handsome embossed silver hair and clothes brushes, and hand glass in Russia leather case. THE BRIDEGROOM'S PRESENTS. Mr and Mrs Beyrens. complete set of table and dessert silver salvers, &c.. bronze clock and orna- ments Miss Behrens, billiard table, six silver candlesticks and silver biscuit box; Mr Adolph Behrens, cheque and cigar cabinet; Mr Frank Behrens, cheque; Mr Walter Behrens, 200 volumes of standard literature; Mr Oliver volumes of standard literature; Mr Oliver Behrens, engravings; Mr Richard Behrens, drawing-room clock and ornaments Mr Clive Behrens. pedestal lamp Mr Harrold Behrens, brass writing table set; Mr Noel Behrens, four Doulton dessert dishes: Miss Antie Behrens, grandfather's clock; Miss Helen Behrens, engravings; Miss Kattie Bohrens, hand-worked sofa cushions Mr and Mrs Sydney Behiens, three embossed silver dessert dislns; Mr and Mrs Henry Behrens, three lacquered candelabra; Miss Kittie Behrens, three table lamps; Herr and Frank Edward Behrens, bronze candlesticks; Mr George Behrens'warehouse employes, clock aud ornaments; Mr and Mrs N. Cohen, sUver afternoon tea and coffee service Miss D. Cohen and Mrs P. Cohen, crown Derby tea set, and silver gilt spoons Mr Arthur Cohen, Thackeray's works Miss Cohen, engraving Miss Margaret Cohen, sofa rug; Mr B. Cohen, cut glass centre piece Mr W. Cohen, two Doulton table lamps; Mr Cunliffe, silver salt-cellars Castleton workpeople, handsome clock and barometer combined; Mr. and Mrs. Davidson, engraving; Mr ( W. Eller, Bohemian crystal bowl Mr Forbes, silver flask; Mr and Mrs Alfred Henriques, silver sugar sifter and pepper boxes Mr and Mrs Henriques, silver Rilt and glass claret jug Miss J. Henriquies and Mr. P. Henriques, bronze and glass centre-piece Mr and Mrs Hutb, electro tart dish; Mr Howartb, ornaments; Mr and Mrs C. A. Jones, silver paper knife keepers and gardeners at Bettisfield Park, silver gilt tray Mr and Mrs Lazarus, Satswma vase; Mr and Mrs E. H. Lazarus, bronze vase; Mr and Mrs Nicholls, drawing-room clock and vase; Mr and Mrs Sydney Nicholls, Minton China basket Mr and Mrs Edward Nicholls, pair of bronze vases; Mr and Mrs McGrath) silver sugar sifter Mrs B. Mayer, orna- ments; Rev and Mrs Martin, engraving; Mr G.F. Newall, silver cigarette box; Mr and Mrd Priestly, silver-mounted carving knives and forks Mr J. C. Pakenham, silver salt-collars; Mr A.' Salamons, Venetian glass dessert service, and ornaments; Miss A. Salamons, silver naate handled Oliver knives and forks Mrs Sorrisson, ornaments Mrs Smith, paper baskets Servants at the Oaks and Bettisfield, six silver salt cellars and sugar tongs; Mr Felix Waley, mirror framed in iron work; Mr and Mrs Walker, four silver fruit shell; Rev Canon and Mrs Wilson, silver butter shells and knives; Mr Wilton, carved paper knife; the Misses Hughes, silver shoe horns and button hook; Miss I-lall, Charles Lamb's works; Colonel and Mrs Gwynne- Ilughes, cheese and butter stand; Sir James, Lady Hills-Johnes, and Mrs Johnes, topaz and amethyst necklet; Mr and Mrs C. A. Jones, silver mustard pot and pepper boxes; Mr E. Tudor Jones, diamond fly brooch Mrs E. W. Jones, leather work; Mrs David Jones, three jugs; Mr and Mrs Malcolm Kearton, white fan; Mr and Mrs Kelly, gold cable bracelet; Miss Kirkhouse, hand-worked cushion Sir Marteine and Lady Lloyd, moonstone diamond and ruby bangle; Mrs Lloyd, silver match box; Mrs and Miss Lloyd,two Welsh shawls; Llansawel Church choir, very handsome photo floral album Mr and Mrs W. Lewis, three flower vases; Colonel and Mrs Methuen, Japanese work table; Mr and Mrs Morgan, inlaid carved model arm chair; the Dowager Lady Napier of Magdala, framed por- trait of the late Lord Napier; Mr and Mrs Parry, cream and sugar stand; the Misses Price, Shakespeare's works in case Miss Pratt, carved oak blotter; Mrs Lockart Ross, silver card case Mr and Mrs Vaughan Pryse-Rice, silver flower vase Mr and Mrs Arnold Royle, glass and iron work centre-piece Miss Richards and Mrs Jane Davies, writing desk Mrs Hugh Roberts, album Davies, writing desk; Mrs Hugh Roberts, album ot views in North Wales; Miss Mildred Roberts, set of d'oyleys Miss Dorothy Roberts, tert cosy; Mrs Rumbold, sugar basin and cream jug; Mrs Snow, silken lace wall pocket; Mrs Thompson, sets mono vases and two volumes old engravings; Miss Vaughan, letter rack; Mr and Mrs Wilkin, silver button hook and shoe horn; Miss Wil- liams, silver scent bottle; Mrs Williams, set of trays; Mrs Williams, quilt and table cloth the Misses Wightwick, Japanese pin trays.