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Bettws=y=Coed. FRANK JONES & Co., Llanrwst, are the only r ^hmakers who have had a first-class manu- cturinig; experience. 5248 PETTY SESSIONS.—These sessions were held g1 ^aturday last, before Colonel Johnstone and Mr d'J0I1es-Williams. Evan Jones, Lasvnys, Dolwyd- !en> quarry man, was charged by Supt. Rees with drunk in Pentre Bont, Dolwyddelen, and also Dltrh disorderly behaviour on the 20th December. I)efc,idatit pleaded guilty and was fined is and inf ^°'one' Johnstone remarked that the Bench th vrec* to ava^ themselves of the provisions of 'e ^e,-v Act in dealing with drunkards, and arned defendant that if he appeared again he w°U^ fut uP°n tlie black list. He hoped his •r,.? would also have a salutory effect upon °tnei's.

Colwyn Bay. inl IER0US testimonials fronl parts testify- \to the Scientific Examination of the Eye- T F by R. G. OWEN, F.S.M.C. (Lond.), _LA:NR\YST. Clients visited at their own pri- e residences. XMAS APPLES.—Readers who are interested th ^ar^n^ng will doubtlessly hear with surprise •at a tradesman residing at Louth, on the i^ast si°a^ °* England, gathered half-a-dozen large- 1 apples, all in perfect condition, off a tree ls garden, last Xmas Day.

Colwyn. P-C- NV-ORTHI,NGTON.-Loc,al residents will ear with regret that P.C. Worthington is seri- sly ill, and will not be able to return to duty j- some time. ILLNESS OF THE VICAR.—We are pleased js ieam that the Vicar, the Rev John Griffiths, now making satisfactory progress towards j^mplete. recovery. It will be some time before W111 be able to resume his duties.

Conway, 9° pe8 cent_ Qf Headaches are caused by Eye- Cured permanently by Glasses. TESTS by R. G. OWEN, F.S.M.C., at '^Pton House, first Friday in each month. 5257 SATURDAY "POPS." The temperance Puhr °f the borough, as a counter-attraction to Sat houses, are now arranging for a series of evening popular concerts, admission to -which will be one penny. The first entertain- eve • will be held at the Town Hall on Saturday ^ln§j when the Mayor (Councillor James cell 6r' is announced to preside. An ex- ent programme has been arranged. serLe EAChing MEETINGS.—The first of a tfoe fS preaching meetings, in connection with W- churches, was held at the We(lsh Wes- ^nicr T,rc^1 on Monday evening, when a good ^he d listened to a sermon delivered by On ^ev W. Hughes, F.R.G.S., Colwyn Bay. TW^sday night the: Rev W. Caenog Jones, j » officiated, while on Wednesday and %e ay evenings the pulpit was occupied by -ti?Vs F). Charles Evans, F.G.S., Conway, (Fiirio J0n€a (Penllyn), Colwyn Bay. To-night Rev J. D. Owen, Glan Conwly, j>p ^^ver an address to children. ""At ? IN? VISIT OF MR LLOYD GEORGE. On. We(flee^nS of the Free Church Council, held in tfoeT?51^3^ evening? Mr E. Jones Humphreys Jojw C "a^-r) the hon. secretary, Mr Cynwal P-Lio the receipt of a letter from Mr 1° redZtGu°rse' M'P" expressing his decision thle 111 his promise to visit Conway during d °r ^cond week in February. After liberal lsCp ssron> it was decided to invite the Mth Executive Committee to join hands the meet- in arranging matters so that he as representative a charaicer ^ebrgo ki was further decided that Mr Pro" a ited-io name Wednesday, the irth ,a,, ,It' e date of his visit. Acting upon the cil, fhe Llandudno Free Church c oun- Poration,aS to petition the Conway Cor- a view to fighting the gambling v the T f oc-a-iity on the same lines as adopted an^u<^rLO Urban District Council. Writer T p^^RY.—The Mayor (Councillor j. ?Cetiag'1 presided at the Library Committee r<»JH evening. A letter was read c'00iitii1t,te« f1^11 ^d Mrs Hadley, thanking the Vvp_„ or t^eir vote of sympathy in their Oldr«aVemeilt- moti°n Coun- f^ious r- a?5 was decided to rescind all the li r ^0ns' anc^ that in February next n take • PaPers be revised the committee .^ringi na 'nt0 COnsideration the question of fm, IQOO ^rs and magazines from the 1st ter fr^ 5+, 0 31&t December, 1903, and there- ,t^ry year, January to 31st December j^cted „ ee and Mr Delamotte were in- S lib*ar? !to+ the iighting arrangements of }+ey "Consid<»jr^ 111 a^e what improvements ^ingr ^^v^able at a small expense. aK^' -^r Ka 4 ^e was a sum °f £ 21 al 0K6c1^S5 ,CaUed attention to the 4su t- ^!frved it Provided in the library, nd JStee' to ai w611 d'Uty as a Library L:.m- ta^CUred vs/ith a -a ^etter class of books be the >w!0r literature16^ elevatillg the public ^ard 0ks of fiction ^+r Conway Jones thought ^orks of it- •3 any rate, were all stan- Uev ^at a SIIK"' n< L was eventually Griit^f^ynedd PrxKC0.mmittee' consisting of the C?hs' C Ritrt3' Messrs OldmaS, J. P. ^cepgto draw Tut Tl' V°Tay J°neS' bC mnce. out a hst of new books for

Corwen. TEST CONCERT. A very successful test concert was held on Friday evening, at the Town Hall, the number of entries (81) proving the same to be very popular. The chairman was Mr Dan Thomas, and the adjudicator Mr Wilfrid Jones. In the juvenile instrumental competition, for which silver medals were offered, the first ptize was awarded to Mr Gwilym Jones (violin), and the second to Miss Euronwy Thomas (piano). One guinea was offered for the best rendering of any song, open to any voice. The number of com- petitors was 26, and after a very good competition, the prize was gained by Mr John Morris Jones, of Rhyl, Mr Edward Lloyd, of Llanuchllyn, coming in next in order of merit for a silver medal. The last performer in the juvenile section was Master Dick Thomas, his sister (Miss Euronwy Thomas) coming in second. There were only, eight com- petitors in the soprano challenge, the prize being ultimately divided between Miss Nancy Roberts, of Corwen, and Miss Williams, Glyndyfrdwy. Mr.E. Lloyd was awarded the prize for a tenor solo, and Mr J. Morris Jones for the bass solo.

Denbigh. COUNTY MAGISTRATES' COURT. On Wednesday a man named John Davies, of Nant- glyn, was charged with stealing two fowls of the value of 6s, the property of Mary Jones, Bronv- waen, Nantglyn. Superintendent Hugh Jones said the defendant had borne an exemplary character hitherto A fine of £ 2 and costs or one month's imprisonment was imposed.—An-offence against the Diseases of Animals Act was proved against Samuel Evans, of Forest Farm, Llansannan, who was fined Ci aned costs for removing a sheep from one farm to another. COUNTY SCHOOL GOVERNORS.—At Wed- nesday's meeeting, Mr J. Harrison Jones presiding, a letter was read from the Denbigh Town Council, recommending the Governors to close their schools on account of the epidemic prevalent in the town. —The Clerk to the Governors said that Howell's Schools had decided to close their schools to the day scholars in the town, and also to children under 13 out of the town.—A long discussion took place, when it was decided to open the schools as usual, because the Governors were of opinion that it would materially affect the schools, and they saw no danger in opening the school to scholars over 14 years of age.

Llandudno. EVE-REST for tired eyes, obtained from our Scientifically-fitted Glasses. R. G. OWEN, F.S.M.C. (Lond.), OPTHALMIC OPTICIAN, LLA'NRWST. Write for testimonials. 5257 RECITAL. Mr Malcolm Alison, F.R C.O., L.R.A.M., gave an excellent organ recital at St John's English Wesleyan Church, on Monday evening. There was a large and appreciative congregation. LECTURE.—The Rev J. C. Davies, M.A., of Holywell, delivered a very interesting lecture on The late Principal T. C. Edwards," at the Welsh Calvinistic Literary Society, on Monday evening. The Rev H. Barrow Williams presided. SUPPER.—The Pier employees were entertained to an excellent dinner and entertainment at the Cambridge Restaurant, on Thursday evening, Messrs Ward & Welch being the generous hosts. Captain Roberts (pier master) occupied the chair. ADDRESS BY MR OSBORNE WILLIAMS, M.P.—Councillor Roberts, deputy-chairman of the Llandudno U.D.C., presided over one of the most successful meetings ever held in connection with the Llenorfa on Monday evening. The feature of the evening was a stirring Welsh and English address, delivered by Mr Osborne Williams, M.P., on Welsh Social Life." Mr Williams, who met with an enthusiastic reception, referred to the part which smail nations had played in the history of the world, and contended that Great Britain would lose heavily if the small nations, such as the Welsh, were ever wiped out. Welshmen felt a pride not only in Wales and Welsh movements, but in the Empire of which they formed a part. PROPERTY SALE.—On Monday evening, Mr W. Dew, of Messrs W. Dew and Sons, Bangor and Llandudno, conducted at the Marine Hotel, Llandudno, ajsale of property situated in Church Walks, in that town. The first lot comprised the Regent Hotel, which is fully licensed, the second Leamington House, the third Warrington House, the fou: th a coachbuilder's workshop, yard, smithy, storerooms, &c., and the fifth a building site of 237 square yards. The tenure is on perpetually renew- able leases from the Mostvn estate. Mr Dew first offered the whole of the lots together; but they were withdrawn at ^5,400. The first and second lots comprising the hotel and Leamington House, were then submitted together, and were sold for £3,000 to Mr Albert Ball, of Nottingham. War- rington House was withdrawn at ^1,375, the workshops and yard (lot four) were withdrawn at 61,550, and) the building site was not offered in view of the fact that lot four had not been sold. DEATH OF AN EX-COUNCILLOR.—On Wed- nesday afternoon last, Mr. Samuel Bartley, one of the oldest tradesmen of Llandudno, died at the age of 75 years. He commenced business early in life at Llandudno, and was successful. For several years he was an active member of the Town Council. A member of the Welsh Wesleyan Church, he for a long period held the office of circuit steward. He was a Radical in politics. He leaves a son, Mr. S. R. Bartley, a daughter, the wife of the Rev. Frank Jones, of Liverpool, a sister, and a granddaughter, the latter being a daughter of Councillor T. W. Griffith. The funeral was held on Saturday at St. Tudnos' Church. The Revs. D. Jones (Llandud-io), T. Jones-Humphreys (Conway), R. Lewis and Hugh Jones, D.D. (Bangor) officiated. The chief mourn- ers were Mr S. R. Bartley (son), Rev. and Mrs Frank Jones (Liverpool), Miss A. B. Griffith, Mr and Mrs Jones (Minerva, Colwyn Bay), Miss Hannah (Old Colwyn), Rev. O. Evans (Bethesda), Mr Roger Lester (Clifton, Abbey-road), Mr T. W. Griffith, Mr J. Lewis Jones (Liverpool), Mr Arthur Price (Liverpool), and Mrs and Miss Bartley, Colwyn Bay.

Llandudno Junction. ENTERTAINMENT.—Mr John Jones, Dinarth Hall, presided over a very successful coffee supper and entertainment, in connection with the Calvin- istic Methodist Church, Pensarn, on Wednesday evening last week. The proceeds were in aid of the organ ftmd.

Llanelian. RESTORATION OF THE PARISH CHURCH. —This work has been entrusted to Mr Prothero, of Cheltenham Mr Prothero is the architect who recently completed with such exquisite taste the restoration of Wrexham Parish Church. CHRISTMAS TREE.—On New Year's Day the juveniles had their annual Christmas tea and tree at the Rectory. The prizes for regular attendance and the gifts from the tree were handed to the recipients by the young Squire of Coed Coch, duly I got up as Father Christmas," and Miss Daisy Brodrick, dressed as a sweet little fairy. Before I departing, each child was given an orange and a packet of sweats. The tree was decorated by Mr Anderson, Pendyffnyn, who also kindly gave some of the presents. SOCIAL GATHERING.—On New Year's Eve, a social gathering of the adult members of the choir and Sunday School was held in the schoolroom. There was a large attendance. The refreshments were provided by the members of the congregation. In the course of the evening, the prizes for regular attendance were presented by the Hon. Mrs. Brodrick, who annually provides them, while Mr Brodrick addressed those present in terms of con- gratulation and encouragement. He also alluded to the restoration of the Church. Songs were given by Miss Davies, Gloddaeth Miss Lizzie j Owen, Bryn Dausi Hon. L. A. Brodrick; Miss Jones, Hen Shop a violin solo, Miss Gertrude Berth wick while the Misses Isobel and Hilda Borthwick danced a couple of solo dances. Ping-pong was also much in evidence. Later on in the evening the floor was cleared for dancing, and an enjoyable evening was brought to a close with the singing of the National Anthem and Auld Lang Syne." The accom- panists were Miss Evans, Tyn-y-wal, Miss Gertrude Borthwick, and Miss Nancy Lambert.

Llanfairfechan. FOOTBALL. — The Y.M.C.A. Football Club entertained the Locos from Llandudno Junction on Saturday. Despite the heavy rain, a tolerable ex- hibition was given, and at the call of time the scire was even, each side netting twice. Mr E. Mills acted as referee. UNSATISFACTORY.—A general committee, sitting in connection with the local branch of the Y.M C.A was held on Friday evening, to consider the financial position of the club. Mr A Evili, the president, occupied the chair. The hon. see.- (Nllr Llewelyn Jones) presented a report of the work done during the nine months the club has been in existence, and observed that at present the state of affairs was very unsitisfactorv. In the absence of the treasurer, who was expected to produce a financial statement, it was decided to adjourn the meeting for a week. WEDDING.—A pretty wedding at Caersale n Chapel, on Thursday last week, was that of Miss Buddug Jones, fourth daughter of the Rev. W. R. Jones, F.R.G.S., Talfor, to Mr H. Williamson, B A., youngest son of Mr Samuel Williamson, Eccles. The father of the bride officiated, assisted by the Rev W. Matthews, M.A. The bridegroom being English, the service throughout was held in English, the ceremony being witnessed by a large number of residents The bride was given away by her brother, Mr R. A. Jones., and was dressed in crepe de chene, trimmed with silk lace. She wore a wreath and veil, and carried an exquisite bouquet of white lilies and tulips. The brides- maids were the two youngest sisters of the bride, Miss Alice and Miss Myfanwy Jones. Their cos- tumes were of cream voil, trimmed with lace and white chiffon fichus. They wore large white beaver hats, trimmed with white scarlet berries, and gold chains, with heart pendants (presents from the bridegroom). They also carried beautiful bouquets. Mr P. Williamson, brother of the bridegroom, was best man. The date originally fixed for the ceremony was December 18th, but owing to the illness at that time of the bride, and others of the family, the wedding was postponed until above-mentioned date. The presents were costly and numerous. The young couple left Llanfairfechan on the 2-45 p.m. train; the travelling costume of the bride being of mottled blue and green frieze, with white fox furs, the latter, the gift of the bridegroom.

Llanrwst. SPECIAL OFFERS.—Gold Specs., from 15s. Gold-filled, from 5s 6d. Eyes tested free. R. G. Owen, F.S.M.C.-Griffith Owen and Son, Watchmakers. Jewellers, and Opticians. 5257 FALL OF A CHIMNEY.-D-,iriii., the high wind on Friday evening, the iron chimney of the Electric Light Works was blown down, and fell on the roof of a small adjoining building, doing, fortunately, but slight damage. Happily, too, no one was hurt. THE DANCE CLUB.—A ball was held by the members of this club at the Drill Hall, on Thursday evening, when about eighty members and friends were present. Dancin g commenced at 9 p.m., and continued until 3 a.m. TENANT'S DINER Over forty of the tenants of Major Ashley were entertained to dinner oil Tutsday at the Victoria Hotel. The repast was much enjoyed by the tenants, much regret, however being teit that, owing to indisposition, the genial Major, between whom and his tenants the greatest cordiality and good feeling exists, was not able to be present. SOIREE.—A soiree is to be held at the Church House upon the 22nd inst., in aid of the National Schools. It is rumoured that there is some mis- placed jealousy over the affair, and it is to be hoped that all those who have the welfare of the schools and church at heart will rally in force (even if only to show their disapproval of any possible bossing tactics") and patronise the dance which promises to be a great success.-(Cop,.) SUCCESS.—We are pleased to learn that Mr John David Jarvis (eldest son of Supt. Jarvis, of this town), who for six years has been engaged at the offices of Messrs Griffith & Allard, s-licitors, has been appointed to the chief constable's office at Leeds. Mr Jarvis had recently joined the Leeds City Police Force, undergoing all the usual routine before attaining his early promotion. He was formerly a sergeant in the Llanrwst corps of Volunteers, and a crack shot, winning the cup for two years in succession. Being very popular amongst his comrades, the latter will be pleased to hear of his success in his new sphere. PIGEON SHOOTING MATCH.—The annual pigeon shooting match was held on Thursday last. There were upwards of 60 entries, and some grand shooting was seen. Twenty competitors killed nine birds each, and the contest became very exciting. Mr Charles Palmer, of Bangor, took the first prize of £5 and a silver cup, with eleven birds, Mr Roberts, gunsmith, of Rhyl, the second prize of £ 3 10s with ten birds, and Mr Hopkins, of the Dudley Arms Hotel, Rhyl.. third, with the i:) 10; prize for nine birds. Messrs LeI. BlackwaIl Williams, Llwyn Saint, Gwytherin, T. W. Blackwall, and Ray Whittaker each killed eight birds. Shooting commenced at one p.m., and darkness closed the contest. The weather was splendid and the birds good. Mr Edward Bickers, acted as referee, and Mr T. Chambers, as secretary. WESLEYAN QUARTERLY MEETING.-This meeting was held on Saturday last at Horeb Welsh Wesleyan Chapel, under the presidency of the Rev P. Jones-Roberts, minister of the above-named chapel. There was a large attendance of delegates. Increases were reported in the number of church members also in the amount of contributions. £ 77 was received out of -f ioo required towards liquidating the circuit debt, the sum being made up entirely of voluntary subscriptions and the re- maining balance will be paid in three months. It was resolved to build a new House at Eglwysbach for the minister. The second minister's (Pen- machno) stipend was increased by ,Cio. A vote of sympathy with Mrs Owen Roberts, Talybont, on the loss of her husband was passed. Messrs Hugh Pierce, Broneiran, and T. R. Jones, Moss Hill, were re-elected circuit stewards. The next meeting will be held on April 4th, at Horeb, Llanrwst. A notice of motion was given by the Rev. R. Jones-Williams, Penmachno, to consider the advisability of publish- ing a Circuit Quarterly Magazine. Mr Williams was asked to make enquiries and to report to the next meeting. GRAND EVENING CONCERT.—A compli- mentary concert to Mr D. D Parry, organist of St. Mary's Church, was given at the Church House, on Thursday evening last. The hail was well filled. The stage was tastefully adorned with flags, choice flowers, and miniature perforated screens, arranged by Miss Lee, Messrs J. E. Jones, and M. Williams. The benelicaire introduced to the public for the first time his Ladies Choir, which he hopes to lead at important contests. The members of the choir were becomingly attired in white, and formed a pretty picture on the stage. The quality of the voices was at once apparent in Rossini's Chorus, The Carnovale the only drawback being that the altos were not sufficiently strong. Their other selections were Schumann's "Gipsy Life" chorus, and the ever popular Welsh Airs, Bugeilior Gwenith G-.vyn" and "Clychan Aberdyfi," the latter so impressing the audience that it had to be repeated. Mr Lewis sang "My Kingdom" and was well received. Miss Marion Lee gave Mascheroni's classical song. "A Woodland Serenade." and in response to loud applause gave "Four-leaved Clover" charmingly. Mr Frank Jones, by special request, recited, The Kissing Cup," and was vociferously applauded. Mr Burrows, of Birkenhead, introduced the first part of his entertainment by a twenty minutes visit to the land of mystery, and his efforts proved highly successful. Two capital songs wore given by Mr Hugh Owen, of Capel Curig, whose voice is im- proving. Mr Bennett, delighted the audience with an accomplished rendering of Papini's violin solo, "Tarantelle." and in response to a recall, appeared as a serio comic vocalist in a highly diverting song, for which he had to appear a third tine. After Miss S. E Jones had sweetly sung Davie's "AryTraeth," Messrs Lewis and Owen sang Excelsior," with great zest and feeling. Mr Burrows made his appearance a second time as an adept in lightning sketches, papergraphy and ventriloquism, a style of performance seldom seen in the town. Mrs Watling with her accustomed skill, presided at the piano for the choral pieces, and Mr Parry played on other occasions. The singing of the National Anthem brought a very successful entertainment to a close.

I Penmaenmawr. OBITUARY.—We regret to record the death on Sunday, at the early age of about 23 years, of Miss Hughes, only daughter of Mr and Mrs. Hughes, Brynderw, Penmaenan. The deceased had been suffering for a long time from an internal malady. The funeral took place at the cemetery on Wednes- day. CHILDREN S ENTERTAINMENT.—On be- half of the Children's Home, Bonner-road, London, a successful entertainment and exhibition of work were held at the Ehglish Wesleyan Schoolroom, on Tuesday evening, the principal part of the pro- gramme being admirably carried out by the Young People's Choir. The Rev W. Broadley, Bangor, presided. AMATEUR THEATRICALS.—Toprovide funds towards the District Nurse Fund, was the object on Thu--sday last week, at the Drill Hall, of an emi- nently successful evening's entertainment, promoted by the Darbishire family. The proceedings took ) the form of a performance entitled "A Wonderful I Woman," and it is pleasing to record that the latter was played to a crowded house.

Portmadoc. POLICE COt",RT.On Friday, Mr R. M. Greaves, the chairman of the Bench, announced that the magistrates were giving their consideration to petitions from Nonconformist churches in the town praying them to reduce the number of licensed houses in the district, on the basis laid down in the Farnham case On the application of Mr C. E. Breese, the licence of the Marine Hotel, Criccieth, was transferred to Mrs Webster, of the Royal Goat Hotel, Beddgelert. The application or the transfer of the latter l.'c.nce to Mr Burton was adjourned owing to the necessary notice under tl e new Act not having been given.

Prestatyn. EARLY !—Two crossbred ewes dropped a fine lamb each on Tuesday at Voel Nant Farm.

Rhyl. THE Relief Committee have distributed soup daily during the week. THE Rev J. C. Stuart presided over the last Saturday evening's concert in. the Brigade Hall.

Rhuddlan. BRYNFFYNNON AND SPITAL WATER SUPPLY.—The Rhyl Urban District Council have authorised their Water Engineer to proceed with the laying of the 3m. main, so as to make good the supply along the whole line from High-street to Brynftynnon and Spital. Mr Conwy Bell has satisfied the Council as to revenue.

Ruthin. ENTERTAINMENT.—A grand entertainment was held at the Institution, Ruhtin, on Thurs- last. The room; was crowded to the doors. Amongst the notable artistes were Miss Gordon, London; Mr Finucane, of the Royal Artillery Band; Miss Whitfield Pugh, Glan'rafon; Mr J. W. Roberts, Liverpool; and Mr R. II. Williams, Tudor House. A most enjoyable evening was spent. UNION TREAT.—On Friday evening last the annual treat to the inmates of the above Union took place. The diiiing-hall was tastefully decorated with evergreens, flags, and lanterns. After tea, the toys on a huge Xmas -ce were dis- tributed by Miss Jenkins, Colomendy, assisted by Mrs Rouw and Miss Lila Hughes, Manor House. Thdsi gTland treat was got up as usual through the kind and generous assistance of the ladies 'and gentlemen in the town and neighbour- hood. Later in the evening a grand musical entertainment was held in the chapel, presided over by the chairman of the Board (Rev. J. F. Reece). The programme consisted of songs, recitations, etc., in which the following- took part: Miss Gee, Clwyd-street; Miss Freeborne, Castle-street; Miss Ethel Hughes, Mwrog-street; Miss Dora Thomas, Master and Miss Coleman, Miss S. Jones, Borthyn; Mr McGowan, Mr E. Davies and party, Mr Richards, Plas Coch; Mr P. Rees Davies, Miss E. Whitfield Pugh, Glan- 'ramon; Mr J. W. Robert's, Mount-street; and Miss Williams George, Mr Goronwy Jones, and Mr Pritch,axd Jones, Borthyn. A very pleasant evening was spent. Much credit is due to the Union officials- for the pleasant appearance of the inmates.

St. Asaph. TONTINE CLUB.—An effort is being made in the city in view of the proposed dissolution of the Foresters' Club, which has been in exist- enice for nearly aceiltury, to establish a Tontine Sick and Burial Society. Mr George Lea is secretary. THE CEMETERY.—A large portion of the allotment gardens is being added to the Ceme- tery to provide additional grave accommodation. The ground is, being p'lanned out, with a view of securing greater uniformity in the appearance of the graves. A complete scheme of drainage has also been provided. FATAL ACCIDENT.—On Sunday morning, William Vatighan, 74 years of age, wwo lived with his son, Edward Vaughan, at Cleaver's Row, The Roe, St. Asaph, met with a fatal accident. His son left him in bed in the morn- ing, and later on another son, who called, found him. lying partially dressed at the bottom of the stairs, having evidently fallen down. The son took him upstairs and put him to bed, but he died shortly^ afterwards from his injuries. A TERRIBLE CHARACTER.—Before the Llangollen, justices on Tuesday an elderly man named John Edward Brown, of St. Asaph, was charged with hawking without a licence. Ser- geant Wyse stated that the prisoner was one of the worst offenders in North Wales, and con- victions in several parts of Denbighshire and Flintshire were proved against him. The prisoner, who offered no defence, was sentenced to seven days' hard labour, and the goods were ordered to be forfeited. Before being removed Brown made a pitiful appeal for the spectacles to be restored, but the Bench refused.

Talycafn. DANCE AT PEN R HI WAR D W R.—A a dance held by Mr and Mrs Corbishley ( hrough the kindness of Mr and Mrs Norton), about 40 were present Dancing commenced at 9 p m and was continued up to 6 a.m. The ballroom was beau- tifully decorated, and a sumptuous supper was served in the dining room. A representative of Mr Fleet, of Colwyn Bay, presided efficiently at the piano, A most enjoyable evening was spent, and on the break-up of the party a hta: ty vote of thanks was given to Mr and Mrs Norton for hospitality.

Trefriw ANNUAL PREACHING MEETINGS. — The annual preaching meetings in connection with the Peniel Methodist Chapel were held this week, when the Revs. Thomas Williams, G.valchmai, liovell Harris, Hughes, B.A., B.D., Penmachno, Thomas Jones, Rhostiyi'an, and Will'am Thomas, were the preachers The meetings were well cdcnckd and powerful sermons were preached.

Freemasonry at Landudno. Installation of a Deganwy Mason. The installation ceremony for the present year took place on Wednesday in the St. Turino Lodge of Freemasons, No. 755, held at the Freemasons' Hall, Landudno, in the presence of a large gather- ing of the meinbei s, and visiiiag brethren. Among the brethren present was Bro. Colonel Hunter, representing the Grand Lodge of England. Bro. Dr Gilbelt Henderson Griffiths, of Deganwy, was installed in the chair by Bro. R. S. Chamberlain P.M., P.Pr.G.S.W., the retiring Master, who was assisted by Bro. Jas. Porter, P.M., J..Pr.G.J.W., end Bro. T. B. Farrington, P.M., P.Pr.G.J.D. The new Master appointed and inves ed the following officers:—Bro. W. Ellis Jones, S. W.; Bro. Rev. J. Pugh Evans, P M., P. Ilt-, G. Chap., C a )Jain; Bro. Edwin Turner, P. M., Pr G. S. D.; Treasurer; Bro. G. H. Harciig, Secretary; Bro. J. L. Mayger, J.W. Bro. Alfred R. Jones, S.D.; Bro. Walter A. Jones, J.D.; Bro. Llewelyn Jones, Org.; Bro. S. Chantry, I.G.; Bros. J. T. Mor- gan and W. P. Elias, Stewards; Bro. Thomas Ellis, Tyler. Bro. J. Haworth, P.M., P.P.G. Steward, hav- ing- resigned the office of charity representative, Bro. G. L. Woodley, P.Pr.G.S.D., was appoint- ed in his place. Afterwards the annual banquet was held at the North-Western Hotel. In the course of the speeches delivered, refer- ence was made to the fact that the I.P.M.-Bro. Chamberlain—occupied the chair of the lodge last year for the second time, 27 years after his first installation; and it was stated that during his second term of mastership a greatly-enhanced interest had been taken in the, lodge, and that there had been a considerable increase in the membership, upon which he was heartily con- gratulated. The nievr Master was also congratulated upon the fact that a number of additional candidates had expressed a desire for initiation during his year of office.

». A Pensarn Doctor and his Pauper Patient. Inquest near Holywell. ON Tuesday, the Flintshire coroner (Mr F. Llewelyn Jones) held an inquiry at Lloc, near Holywell, as to the death of Mrs Jane Evans, aged 68 years, the widow of a labourer. Mrs Sarah Jones, a neighbour, stated deceased had been ill with a sore leg for three weeks, and on 30th December, Dr Jones, Llanasa, the poor- law medical officer, attended her, but deceased complained1 that the doctor did not see her after- wards. In reply to questions by the coroner, Dr Jones said he attended deceased whenever occa. sion, required, but hers was a chronic case, and little or nothing could be done for ner, as he had explained to her. The Coroner, in summing up, said no doubt pauper patients were, at times exacting, and it would, therefore, be well for Dr Jones to see that there was no reason for any complaint. The jury returned a verdict of '-Death from natural causes."

Llandudno Pier Company. 121 per Cent Dividend. THE directors in their annual report state that during the year ending December 31, 1902, there was, a gross revenue of ^14,282, as against £ 14,201 in 1901, being an increase of £81. The wurkin,, I and other expenses amounted to ^9,847, in comparison wit(h £ 9,514, being an increase of Z333- On the year's working the profit was Z4,435, in comparison with C4,686, snowing a decrease of 6251. With the sum of £ 796 brought forward, this gives a total of £5,2JI available for dividend and other purposes. A dividend of 12J4 per cent. free of income-tax (similar to that, voted for some years.past) is recommend- ed. This will absorb £ 3,150. The balance, it is suggested, should be disposed of as follows £ 200 to the reserve fund, £ i,ooo to the altera- tion and extension account, in view of work in progress on the pier and jetty, and £88 I to be carried forward. Mr William Bevan and Mr Samuel Cookei are the directors who ret.re by' rotation, but offer themselves for re-election. A vacancy occurs through the resignation of Mr Benjamin Woodcock.

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