The Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria

Conway. Death of Mr T. Albert E. Parry.—We regret to !jle°rd the death of Mr Thomas Albert E. Parry, tl ,S5COnd surviving son of Thomas E. Parry (Town typ, Conway) which occurred on Monday -a The interment took place on Friday .fc.rn°0!i at the Conway Cemeter}'. The services lie house and graveside were conducted by the KrJ Ewynedd Roberts, being assisted at the Ve.side by the Rev Dr R. Llewgwy Owen. The nciPal mourners were Mr T. E. Parry father, ParSsrs J- LI- Parry, Walter J. Parry, and David E. (Ll r^' brothers Mr and Mrs John Davis anddulas), uncle and aunt Messrs Thomas j p hams (Upper Gate), Dr R. Arthur Pritehard, tjiC-C. There was a large attendance at Con Codnant Park, including the Mayor of c'll n (Alderman Hughes), the Ex-Mayor (Coun- C0?r Dr Morgan), and several members of; the \\rr ^fy Corporation and Board of Guardians, and ls werc deposited on behalf of the father toother of deceased, Mr and Mrs J. Davies Llandudno), Mr and Mrs Thomas Williams (Upper) Gate-street), Mr T. R. Hughes (Sunday Bible Class, of which the deceased was a member), Mr and Mrs T. C. E. Daniels (Conway College), Rev and Mrs J. Edwards Evans (Lymn), Mr and Mrs D. Wynne Roberts, Mrs Jones and Mrs Wildham (Lywyn, Llanddulas), Mr and Mrs R. E. Jones, D. R. Arthur Pritchard, Mr and Mrs Owen-Jones (Glan Conway), Mr Lynes, Mr Albert Wood, Mr and Mrs J. W. Post, Mr and Mrs Jessie Jones, Mr Wilbrabram (Greenbank), Mr D. Edwards (Bryn Gynog, the Mayor of Conway (Alderman Hugh Hughes, J.P.), Mr and Mrs T. B. Farrington (Llandudno), Miss Dutton, Mrs Jones and family (Anedale) Mr and Mrs James Porter (Berthlwyd), Mrs and Mrs J. H. Hughes (Coed Celyn), Mr W. I G. Williams, the Misses Prices (Tygwyrdd-terrace), and Mr and Mrs D. Jones (Metropolitan Bank) The coffin was of polished oak, panelled and furnished with massive brass mountings.' Messrs W. and J. Williams, High-street, Conway, were the undertakers.

Deganwy. Literary Society. The members of this society held their meeting last Thursday evening (Nov. 8th) at the Congregational Schoolroom, Mr Hugh Williams. Bodysgallen, presiding. This being the night of the Parliamentary election," there was a large and enthusiastic audience. The candidates were Mr W. Rowlands, Rugby House (Liberal), and Mr Arthur Ll. Jones, Brynmenai (Conservative). Both of the candidates delivered stirring addresses. The Liberals were supported by Councillor Davies, Morannedd, and the Conser- vatives by Mr David Roberts, Llanrhos. Upon putting the candidates' names to the meeting, the Conservative was declared elected by a very large majority.

Glan Conway. Calvinistic Methodist Monthly Meeeting.—Last week the monthly meeting of the Vale of Con- way Calvinistic Methodist was held at this place, Mr Hugh Hughes, Penmachno, presiding. It was announced that the churches of Bryn Pydew and Mochdre had decided to give a call to Mr Wm. Rowlands, of Penygarnedd, Angle- sey, to accept the ministerial care of those churches, and this meeting ratified the invita- tion. Intimation was received that the church at Colwyn had chosen four new deacons, viz., Messrs R. Jones, Hugh Hughes, W. Tones, and Edward Roberts. A vote of sympathy with the Rev H. Barrow Williams, of Llandudno, and Mr J. E. Jones, of Trefriw, who both had been ailing for some time, was adopted. On the mo- tion of the Rev T. Gwynedd Roberts, it was de- cided that the next meeting be given over to the discussion on the Sunday School question. The matters for discussion at the meetings for next year were fixed upon, and members were appointed to open the discussions. A discus- sion took place on "Temperance and purity," opened by Mr J. R. Williams, Llwyndu. A long discussion took place on the "Twentieth Cen- tury Fund," and several of the ministers and deacons were delegated to visit the outlying churches to speak on behalf of the movement. The meeting also discussed the question of opening a Welsh Sunday School at Llandudno junction. The Rev E. Hughes, Talybont, gave a report of the "Sassiwn" at Llanfair. The fol- lowing ministers officiated at the preaching ser- vices Revs O. Foulkes, Bettws; T. Gwynedd Roberts, T. M. Jones, Colwyn Bay; H. H. Hughes, Penmachno; W. Thomas, Llaiirwst, and O. Evans, Colwyn Bay.

Trefriw. Grand Concert.—A grand concert was held in the Public Hall, Trefriw, on Wednesday even- ing last. Mr Harrop Parry, Llanrwst, who contributed a large donation to the fund, presided. The conductor was Deiniol Fychau. The follow- ing artistes contributed to the programme :-Miss C. Davies, Bethesda, the winner of the silver crown at Conway the Trebor Geirion Male Voice Party, conducted by Mr Edward Wins, Bryn Cafnant. A prize of a silver medal was offered for the best recitation, to be taken from Yr Adroddor," which attracted a large number of competitors, the winner being Mr Thomas Davies, Llanrwst. The accom- panist was Miss M. L. Eardley, A.C., Bangor, who discharged the duties with considerable credit.

Death of Mr. James Copping, Abergele. Found Dead in the Street. Oun Abergele corresponpent writes The town on Wednesday night was thrown into quite a state of consternation with which feelings of sorrow were mingled when the news was circulated that Mr James Copping, a well-known and highly- respected resident, had been found lying dead in Sea-road. It appears that Mr Wynne of the North and South Wales Bank was proceeding down Sea- road when he saw the figure of a man lying 011 the footpath. On a close examination he discovered it to be Mr Copping, who was quite unconscious. He procured assistance and the body was placed in a trap and taken to the house. Dr Hughes, who arrived in a short space of time, pronounced life extinct, and said deceased must have Clied immediately after falling. lIe certified death to be due to heart failure. The death of Mr Copping removes from our midst one of the most striking and familiar figures that have been identi- fied with the public life of Abergele for nearly half a century. By trade he was a builder aud contractor, and through the patient work and through the acquirement of a reputation for strict integrity in all his dealings he became one of the most well-known tradesman in the town, and was entrusted with many large and important con- tracts. One of the chief was the superintending of the erection of the magnificient and pa'atial hall of the Kinmel family. I For many years Mr Copping was a member of the old Abergele Local Board, and on several occasions filled the chair, showing during his many years of office a thorough grasp of detail. In religious life the deceased was a churchman, and acted in turn as vicar's warden andjpeople's warden. His death will doubtless be felt very much by Archdeacon Evans, who for a long period was associated with Mr Copping in the social work of the parish. He possessed a strong individuality, and held strong views on questions in which he was interested. Like another notable figure who has passed away at Colwyn Bay, he was a great fighter, and perhaps created much dissension with certain of hi3 friends by his unyielding attitude. His manner, however, covered a warm and kindly disposition. After his retirement from business he became one of the most useful men in I the parish, and was to the fore in all works which had for their object the amelioration of the poorer residents. During the last twelve months his health, for he was considerably over 70 years of age, commenced to fail him, and he only came out during the daytime. Although out of public life of late, his familiar burly figure was often seen in the Bee Hotel, to which Miss Owen warmly welcomed him, and where he had the opportunity of enjoying a chat with his old friends.

-—— An unknown vessel was wrecked off Chi- chester harbour on Monday, and it is feared all her crew perished. The lifeboat arrived at the wreck too late to be of any assistance.

Colwyn Bay Urban District Council. The Electric Light. The Proposed Plague Hospital. An Indignant Chairman. Mr Byrne and the Mining School. MR GEO. BEVAN presided over the monthly meeting of the Colwyn Bay Urban Council on Tuesday afternoon. The other members pre- sent were Messrs Thomas Parry, John Roberts, Hugh Hughes, T. Byrne, J. M. Porter, Dr. Brooks, Robert Evans, Joseph Roberts, and the Rev. J. Griffiths, together with the clerk, Mr J. H. Roberts, and the surveyor, Mr Wm. Tunes. C.E. The Cowlyd Board. At the special meeting referred to, some dis- cussion took place with reference to the pro- ceedings of the Joint Board as to the use by the two other constituent authorities of the chief main as a distributo- (or service-main), in vio- lation of the Board's resolution. The Clerk was directed to lodge a letter of complaint with the Local Government Board and to accompany same with a newspaper report of the proceed- ings of a recent meeting of the Joint Board. Developement of Rhos Road. A letter was read from Major Birch, stating that houses would not be allowed to be built in the east side of this road until such time as an arrangement has been come to as regards wid- ening C it. It was resolved that Major Birch be informed that the Council agree to the passing of plans which were before the last meeting. Fire Hydrants. A letter was read from the hon. secretary of the Brigade Committee calling attention to the want of hydrants and indicating plates. The surveyor reported that a thorough inspection of all hydrants had been made, and that a regis- ter and map showing the positions of the hy- drants, valves, etc., and giving the size of the mains was being prepared for use by the bri- gade. The number of hydrants fixed within the last six years was 185, making the total number as follows Colwyn Bay 184, Colwyn 81, Rhos 32; total, 297. The hydrants having positions indicated by iron plates number 100 (56 of these are unmarked), and those without indicating plates, 197. The fixing and marking of the plates was estimated to cost 617 ios., and the cost of fixing 17 new hydrants in places enume- rated in the report would entail an expenditure of ^29 ios. The expenditure in each instance was sanctioned. Mr T. Peri Roberts proposed an amendment that the contracts be accepted without further delay. The fire brigade apart from the engine was very much behind the times in its fire ap- pliances. Then as to the fire bell, he would defy any living man to ring that bell without hurting himself. Mr Thomas Parry: Why- Mr Roberts Because you cannot get over the wall. (Laughter.) What would you do if a fire broke out at night? The place is full of obstacles. Then again the pay of is 6d for each drill was very low compared to Conway and Llandudno, and the brigade suffered, and not the men in the long run. They only get paid for twelve drills, whereas they put in more than that. Mr H. Hughes: But your appliances don't look very clean. (Laughter.) Mr Roberts: Whenever we go to competitions we always get the credit for being clean and smart. Mr Porter: He means you are clean in the meantime. (Laughter.) Mr Evans seconded the motion. Dr Brooks said this was a very important matter. A fire might break out in a valuable building, and for the sake of spending a few pounds, a disastrous conflagration involving the loss of thousands of pounds might take place any minute. It was most important that the fire brigade should be properly equipped like neighbouring fire brigades. Several ladies who resided near the bell were nearly frightened out of their wits. (Laughter.) Mr II. Hughes complained that the cost of the fire appliances had not been included in the estimates, and said that the committee should have seen to it before. Dr Brooks said the same might be said of the Finance Committee. Why did they not look into it? (Hear, hear.) The voting being equal—five each way—the chairman gave his casting vote in favour of the committee's recommendations, which were adopted. The Suggested Plague Hospital at the Gas Works. THE )].)ROI)OSAT, RECEIVES A WARM RECEPTION. STRONG PROTEST BY THE CHAIRMAN. The Chairman referred to the newspaper re- ports of the intention of the Conway and St. Asaph authorities to establish, if possible, a plague hospital near the site of the infectious hospital. He thought it one of the most impu- dent proposals he had ever heard put forward by a public body. (Laughter.) He had seen many things in a public print, but that was the worst. The idea for outside authorities to sug- gest the placing of a plague hospital, of all the places in the world, in Colwyn Bay, the chief and leading watering place in North Wales. (Laughter.) Well, he could hardly believe his eyes. A bare-faced impudent cheeky proposal! (Laughter.) It was actually proposed, if by some unfortunate circumstance a poor sailor came from Glasgow or any other post with the plague upon him, that he should be landed either at Llanddulas or iei-irhynside, and con- vey him along the road to the gasworks, instead, as they ought to do, send him back to Glasgow, or keep him on the water. He reallv could not express what he thought in decent "Ia'i-iguage- (laughter)—about such an outrageous proposal. There they were spending thousands of pounds every year to establish a reputation for being a first-class holiday resort, and then those gen- tlemen had the audacity to make such an im- pudent proposal, and disregarding their opinion altogether. Whoever conceived the idea—well. The Chairman sat down he had exhausted his vocabulary. Public Lamps. It was recommended that the position of the public lamp at the corner of Victor-road be al- tered, and a new lamp placed in Claughton- road, and that the surveyor be instructed to carry out the work forthwith. Licence Holders. In accordance with instructions, Mr W. H. Jones read a report concerning his duties as licensing inspector during" the past season. It was resolved unanimously that the first holder of a badge who fails to exhibit his badge be re- ported to this committee, and also any licensed person who is reported for drunkenness or im- proper conduct. In relation to the question generally, it was further resolved to request the General Purposes Committee to take into early consideration the revision of the bye-laws and the formulating of new bye-laws under the Local Act, and with that object in view they recom- mend that power be given to the committee to call in any assistance they may deem neces- sary. Next Season's Amusements. At a special meeting of the Council on the 29th of October, Mr W. F. Mason and Mr Berry, directors, attended by appointment on behalf of the Pier Company, and discussed their posi- tion as regards the entertainments permitted on the promenade, the sounds of which, it was stated, were overheard at the Pavilion concerts. After consideration, it was moved by Mr Thos. Parry, seconded by Mr J. M. Porter, and re- solved (I) that band performances on the new promenade be dispensed with between the hours of eleven a.m. and one p.m., and after the hour of 7-30 in the evening, and (2) that performances by the minstrels be regulated so as to terminate not later than ten p.m. Eirias Dingle. The plan of proposed widening, etc., of Aber- gele-road, shewing a width of 30 feet of carriage way, and nine feet width of footpaths through- out the whole length from Sea View to Green- field-road was laid before the meeting, and the same was approved. With regard to the widen- ing near the Board School the surveyor reported fair progress had been made with the work, and that as a continuation of the improvement he submitted a letter from Mr D. Evans Jones, October 23rd, offering to set back the present boundary of property between the Board School and the new road in Victoria-park for the sum of £7°' The Council to make and asphalte foot- path. A tender for the work was submitted for the whole of the work by Messrs J. Roberts and Roger D. Hughes. The offer of Mr D. Evans Jones was accepted, the wall to be built line- able with the adjoining boundaries, and that the cost of the improvement be placed to a loan suspence account. West Promenade Works. The Surveyor submitted designs of lamp columns to be supplied by the contractor, and it was decided to place an order with Messrs Newton, Chambers, and Co., for nine of pattern No. 82B. Painting of Promenade Shelters. Tenders were handed in and opened as fol- lows:'—-W. Hodgkins, ^34; G. Ritson-Hard- n-iaii., £ 39 7s; Parry and Williams, J,-38; W. H. Shepperd, £37 I5S; Jones Bros. ^35. The contract was let to Mr W. Hodgkins at the sum named. Road Metal Tenders, Quotations were handed in for supply of granite from Messrs Darbishires, Ltd., and Messrs Brundrit and Co. It was resolved that the tender of Messrs Darbishires, Ltd., be ac- cepted. Tenders for supply of limestone were also received from Bryn Euiyn Quarry, Peu- lwys Quarry, and Kneeshaw, Lupton, and Co. It was decided that the supply be obtained from each of the tenderers, quantity to be determined according to the locality of the work. Sign Posts. Various tenders were considered for the sup- ply of cast iron street nameplate posts, but con- sidering the high prices quoted, it was decided that wooden posts be provided, and that whero it was possible the nameplates should be at- tached to the buildings. Lighting of Eleanor Road. A letter was read from Mr J. Wolstenholme, Sandal Home, Old Colwyn, asking the Council to undertake the lighting and extinguishing of the street lamp provided by him on this road. It was resolved that the request be acceded to without prejudice. Ellesmere Road. A petition was read from residents and othe.s in Ellesmere-road asking the Council to ope 1 and adopt this road as a public highway. The surveyor was instructed to inspect and report on the state of the roadway lying between Marine-road and Conway-road, and th"t it be brought to the notice of the petitioners that abutting owners had as a rule provided trees along similar roads in the districts. "Laid on the Table." A letter was read from Mr Frank Booth, Brooklyn, Colwyn, complaining of the name- plate of this street being erected against his pro- perty without permission, and also sending a claim for appropriation of footway on the main road in front of his property. The letter was laid on the table. Bathing Vans. An application was read from Mr Hugh Evans, Blue Bell Hotel, Rhos, for licences for bathing vans on foreshore at Rhos. The mat- ter was deferred until the next annual licensing meeting. The list of applications for band minstrels, etc. (referred to this meeting by the Council) was read, and, after discussion, was resoived to postpone consideration thereof, and to re- commend that applications for the different forms of amusements be invited by advertise- ment. Overhanging Trees. The surveyor was directed to take steps to cause the clipping of hedges to be attended to. Horse Auction Sales. A letter was read from Messrs Hughes and Co., auctioneers, paying cla;m for damage to public road on the occasion of a sale of horses by auction, and asking the Council's permission to hold further sales. It was decided to refuse the request, and to approve the action of the surveyor in putting a stop to such procedure. West Promenade Works. A tender by Mr Law (contractor), for iron rail- ing ordered to be fixed on the steps of the sea- wall was submitted, amounting to ,667- It was resolved to place the order in Mr Law's hands provided he undertake the work for a sum be- low ^60, which eventual!}' the contractor pro- mised to do. Public Oil Lamps. The lighting of Wighfield-road was brought under notice, and it was decided that the lamp in Park-road be removed to the entrance 10 Highfield-road, and also the lamp in Grove- park, and further that Mr Ed. Davies (property owner) be called upon to provide the necessary lamp in Highfield-rd. Owing to absence of main laying by the Gas Company on Dinerth-road, it was agreed that the surveyor proceed forthwith to fix up net more than six oil lamps on the road. Old Sand Pit, Queen's Drive. The Council issued instruction that no further tipping of refuse be carried on at this place. Wynnstay Road Sewer. Report was made of an alleged illegal junc- tion with the sewers of this authority at Wynn- stay-road, Colwyn. The circumstances were related to the meeting, and a letter was read from Mr L. John, sanitary inspector for the Rural District of Conway. It was resolved that the surveyor having reported that Mr W. Parry Jones, builder, Colwyn, had broken up the pub. lic road and had caused sewer pipes to be con- nectea to the main sewers without permission of tl.i,; authority, that this committee recommends that proceedings be instituted forthwith against Mr W. P. Jones, with authority to the Council's sohcitors to take all steps necessary in the mat- ter. Water Main Extensions. The following new mains were authorised to be laid:—Three-inch main (to replace corroded 2-inch main) along the back of Sea View-terrace, Colwyn Bay; 38 yards extension at back Cefn- road, Colwyn, on the application of Mr Robert Evans; and 60 yards extension at Wynnstay- road, Colwyn, on application of Mr John Hughes, Penmaen Farm, and Mr John Roberts, Princes-road. Ltysfaen Sewers. Bearing upon the unauthorised use by the owners of property situate at Colwyn, in the parish of Llysfaen, of the sewers of this au- thority, the committee strongly recommend the Council to take immediate steps to ascertain. their position in this matter, and to assert their right, if thought fit, to discontinue the privilege thus enjoyed by the properties so benefited by three months' notice in writing to that effect. New Buildings. The following plans were submitted, viz: — Alteration at Erw Wen Villa for Mr R. J. Hughes; approved subject to amendment, the building line to be vjniform with adjoining pre- mises. Alteration at Coed Helyg for Mr Fras. Nunn; approved. Two houses at Cefn-road, Colwyn, for Mr Thomas Williams approved. Two shops and dwellings at Colwvn-avenue, Rhos, for Mr W. J. Richardson, Colwyn Bay; approved, subject to building line being ob- served. Four shops and houses in Penrhyn- road for Mr John Roberts, Fern Bank; ap- proved. Alteration to English Congregational Church, Colwyn Bay; approved, subject to concession of land to footway in Sea View-cres- cent. Alteration at Pwllycrochan Hotel by Mr J. M. Porter; approved. Alteration to Coed Derw for Mr J. Herbert Jones; approved. Wooden verandah in Woodland-road for Mr R. Roberts; disapproved. Insurance of -Electric Works Boiler. A letter was read from the Vulcan Boiler In- surance Company quoting terms for insurance and inspection of boiler at the works. It is re- commended that a policy be taken lout for £ 2,000; annual premium, ^'3 IOS. Contract for Plant. Mr Bertram Thomas, contractor, attended the meeting and gave his reasons for the exceptional delay in the delivery of the plant and the general work in connection with the concern. Having heard the communication from the en- gineers, dated October 17th, the committee felt it now required a definite understanding for the contract to complete the work by a given time, and they were assured that the current would be available within six weeks from this date. Rate Business. The Collector reported the total amount of rate collected to be out of an estimated sum of £ 12,235. A list of rate arrears was or- dered to be presented to the next meeting of the Finance Committee. In reference to rates due for the Police Sta- tion and Court Room, a letter was read from Messrs Porter and Amphlett, solicitors, express- ing an opinion that the premises were not rate- bale to the District Rate. Consideration of the matter was held over. In response to enquirv by Rev John Griffiths, the Vicar of Colwvn, the collector was instructed to state that the Dis- trict Rates on tithes were not subject to deduc- tion under the Tithe Rentcharge Clergv Relief Act. Collector's Office. The collector applied to the committee to re- arrange his office accommodation, and in that direction he laid before the meeting a report of inquiries made for, a suitable office. He de- sired also that the office hours should be again considered. After brief discussion, the chair- man of the Council and chairman of this com- mittee were deputed to meet the overseers and make the best arrangements they could in the matter. An Assistant for the Surveyor. An application was read by the surveyor for assistance owing to the extraordinary increase of duties. The plans of the different works and improvement schemes pending now necessitate a great deal of drawing and office work. It was recommended that an assistant be employed at the surveyor's office at the salary of ¿ I n t week. Half-Yearly Audit. The Clerk presented the report of the district auditor, 20th October, IgoO, on the accounts of the year 1899-1900, and also read a letter from the Local Government Board, ist November, inquiring if the sum of .£64 2S disallowed in the accounts of the treasurer had been placed to the credit of the Council. A print of the abstract of the accounts was presented, and a letter was read from Mr G. P. Jenkins, the Council's treasurer, in which he pointed out that the dis- allowance for bank charges was unduly mag- nified in the advertisement inasmuch as interest of Cig 16s 6d had been credited to the Council's account. The clerk reported that the amount could now be amended. It was decided that the usual course be taken to apply for a re- mission of the charges. Loan £ 600 Outfall Sewer. The clerk was authorised to ask the Local Government Board to reconsider their decision td" defer sanction to the borrowing of this loan in view of the active steps taken with regard to the sewerage scheme. Fire Brigade Appliances. A letter was read from the hon. secretary of the Brigade Committee transmitting copy of minutes passed, from wlrch it appeared "that based on inquiries made in neighbouring towns, The Council were recommended (I) to increase the drill-pay to firemen from is 6d to 3s each drill attended, the number of drills in the year not to exceed twelve; and (2) to accept the offer of the National Telephone Company to fix nre alarm bells at each of the firemen's houses, and connecting same to the fire station, on the gene- rator system, for the sum of ^12 10s per annum on a five-years' agreement, including mainten- ance thereof. It was proposed that the former proposal be adopted, and that the latter be brought under notice in consideration of the annual estimates. The New Arc Lamp. FORMAL OPENING. The Town Surveyor reported that on Monday evening a trial was made of the lighting of the arc lamps in the town, the current being sup- plied from the battery of accumulators forming part of the installation of electric works of the district. The test proved highly successful, the lamps giving a most brilliant illumination, which, no doubt, would be greatly appreciated by the public. He suggested that, as the adop- tion of electricity for public street lighting was (Continued on frige 12) "I

out by the following committee of ladies :—Mrs S. Jones (treasurer) Miss Moss (secretary), Miss arnpbell, Mrs Adamson, Mrs W. Schofield, Mrs IV. Jones, Miss M. Buckley, Miss Sugden, Miss p°°ke, Miss J., Jones, Miss Mellor, and Miss N. In the evening an interesting lecture of Jje Rev B. Pratt's, the enthusiastic chairman of the Yderabad district, was given by the Rev W. ^oster, B.A., illustrated with a number of slides, fc'Ving views of a journey in the district. Sale of Work.—Evidently the Colwyn Bay ^"nstian Endeavour Society does not mean to be ehindhand in showing its practical interest in "Ui'ch work, for we find that its members have ,een hard at work for a few months back 111 making and collecting articles for a sale of to be held at the end of this month. The ale is held with a view to realise a sum of money to be placed on the foundation stone of the Con- Stegational Church when the proposed enlarge- |Jient takes place, and we trust that this effort of ,'le youug people will be crowned with success. Mrs Hooper, of Dudley, has kindly consented to ?Pen the sale on Wednesday afternoon, the 28th ilist. Tea and Lecture.—The annual tea and lec- Ure in connection with the English Baptist Church °ok place on Wednesday last. The tea, which, \as by invitation of the pastor and deacons, was gIVen in the church. The tables were presided »J'.er by Mrs Cousins, Mrs Williams, Mrs Kitson •3,ss Moss, Miss Williams (Sharrow Cottage), Mrs \V,n.ne't> ^ie Misses Radcliffe, Miss Lake, Miss • 'iiteley, and several others. After the tea, which Jj'as well attended and much enjoyed, the pastor joe Rev Dr Cousins) delivered his lecture on The oers and Britons in South Africa." This lecture vas the last of a series, and was illustrated by over Iiiiieligilt views recently taken. The lantern on this occasion was manipulated by Mr Chaplin. a ter giving a brief description of the origin and illicestry of the Boers of South Africa, and show- 11Jg from history their rights to claim high lineage nd descent from some of the best and noblest jC,o»s of Huguenot and Dutch families, who in the century fled from persecution, in concluding £ e lecture, the speaker expressed the opinion that .J1 e best and most economical plan for occupying ?e new territory was not to establish large military aJions, but to spend the money in establishing ^austrial institutions, cultivating the millions of cfes of available land, and to encourage Britishers 0 settle and trade in the midst of the Dutch in- stants in overwhelming numbers. j.llandrilIo and Eirias United District School Oard,—The monthly meeting of this Board took KVjCe on Tuesday evening. The Rev. John ^awards presided, the other members present (pln8 Mr John Roberts, Mr Robert Evans jV°!wyn), Mr I). O. Williams, and the clerk Mr *'J- Holmes. The Chairman said before they pro- ^oceeded with the usual business they had a sad ^ty to perform, and that was to pass a vote of III atily with the widow and relatives of the late ta £ V' ^enables Williams, who had recently been .pen from their midst. Mr Robert Evans seconded j e resolution. Mr John Roberts said he begged J? support what had been said by the Chairman. Rev. Venables Williams was at one time a Member of that Board, a position which he held for three terms (nine years), at a time when they 1ad only live members. He was not elected at the ctuai formation of the Board but soon afterwards, from the commencement he willlingly pve up his schools to them. He was an educa- 'onist himself, and was always on the side of j^Ucation. He had the pleasure of being on the yOard with him, and the late vicar of Colwyn, and was a great pleasure to him, as a Nonconformist, ° meet them. The resolution was carried, and the ler was instructed to convey the resolution to the anii]y, The Chairman proposed also that they ^Prtss their sympathy with Mr T. E. Parry, of ^°n\vay. whom they all met as an official of the piardians and other public bodies, he having Gently lost his eldest son. Mr John Roberts vjConded, and it was agreed that the clerk write io VK Parry anc* conveY sympathy of the Board. Masters' Report of the attendances for last month at the various schools was followsHigher Grade School, mumber on the ^°ks 147. average attendances 123-15, percentage ^'45; Elementary 255, average 248, percentage Infants' School 40, average 32 2, percentage .) 6; Llwydcoed Schools 59, average 42'6, per- centage j2. Several parents were summoned to 6ar before the Board to give explanations as to 1 ny they failed to send their children to school. The 0attendance officers presented their reports, and e recommendations which were agreed to. The Iq ucabonal Department having urged that more nd be acquired by the Board for the purpose of g Urging the play-ground at this school, and the c^ard having through certain restrictions failed to '•ne to terms with the owner 011 one side the school. It was decided to appoint j strong deputation to consult with Mr Wles> Minafon, with regard to his land. r le Chairman said after a conversation he had cclitl had with a gentleman since the last meet- jj,§ he was inclined to think more of a Higher ^'ettientajy School than ever. A gentleman had jjCently written about coming io reside in Colwyn p', his reason for not doing so being owing to Je fact that there was not a school of this class in s Place. Although they had so many better class spools in the town, they were mostly for boarders. ♦V J- Roberts said the time had now come when j. ey must have a Higher Grade School. The Chair- Alan pointed out that if they get this school for olwyn Bay it will be the only one of its kind to°nS the coast. After discussing other matters the °ai'd adjourned.