The Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria

Colwyn Bay. DECIDES TO REMAIN.—We are informed that the Rev Peter Jones, the Welsh Baptist minister, Colwyn Bay, has had a pressing and unanimous invitation from the Drefach Church, Carmarthenshire, to become its pastor, but owing to the great pressure brought to bear upon him by his church, he ha& decided to remain here. Daring his absence last Sunday week, the deacons spoke of the grert work he had accom- plished in the church during the time of his ministration, aud the whole congregation rose to their feet to express their unanimous desire for him to remain with them. Last Sunday evening he gave his decision according to their wish.

Colwyn. NEW BAPTIST CHAPEL—The special opening services in connection with the new English Baptist Chapel at Colwyn will take place on Wednesday, February 7th. Sermons will be preached in the afternoon and evening by the Rev W. Cuff, of London (ex-president of the Baptist Union). It is also announced that the Rev F. B. Meyer, B.A. (president-elect of the Baptist Union) has been engaged to preach both afternoon and evening on Tuesday, July 10th.

Denbigh. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.—A meeting of the Swan-lane Congregational Mutual Improvement Society was held on Monday night, under the chairmanship of Mr W. James. Excellent papers were read by Miss Gwladys Roberts, Beacon's Hill, on "Manteision crefydd boreu oes," and Mr John Roberts, Castle, on "Diwygiad Moesol." Several of those present spoke on the papers, and a very successful meeting was brought to a close with a recitation of one of Longfellow's works, by Miss Cissie Knowles. DEATH.—On Thursday last, there passed away, at the age of 47 years, Mrs Edward Pritchard, 12, Tower-terrace, Denbigh. The deceased was of a quiet disposition, and a good worker for the Congregational cause in Swan- lane. She was buried on Monday at Whit- church. The service at the house was taken by the Rev James Charles, and one of the curates officiated at the graveside. She leaves to mourn her loss a loving husband, a number of children and relatives. SUDDEN DEATH.—On Tuesday- afternoon news was received in the town of the very sudden death of Dr J. W. Evans, second son the Rev Joseph Evans, Belmont, Denbigh, which sad event took place in London. It appears that the deceased gentleman, who was a sufferer from quincey, was appointed a short time ago as assistant medical officer of pathology under the London County Council. Early on Tuesday morning, he was found dead in bed in his rooms in the Hampden Club, Phoenix-street, London. The only address found on the deceased was one at Pwllheli, in which town Dr Evans was a very successful -science master in the County School. The news was received in the town by the Town Clerk (Mr E. R. Davies), and he in turn wired to the Rev D. E. Jenkins, Denbigh, who Solemn- ly broke the news to his family. The deceased, who was only about 33 years of age, had had a very successful career. The funeral will take place at Swansea. Great sympathy is felt for the family, who are very highly respecfkl in Denbigh, in their very sudden bereavement. DEATH OF MRS GEORGE WILLIAMS.—It is with extreme regret that we have to record the death of Mrs George Williams, 5, The Green, near Denbigh, which sad event took place on Thursday last. The deceased, who was only 29 years of age, had not long been married, and about three weeks ago she gave birth to a little girl. To all appearances both mother and child were doing well, but at a very short notice she was taken worse, an<T she died suddenly. She was a faithful adherent to the Methodist cause at Fron Chapel, and here she will be sadly missed. She was also a member of the Caledfryn Lodge of Good Tem- plars. Great sympathy is felt for the young widower, and the deceased's fatlier and brothers. The funeral took place on Monday at Trefnant. The service at the house was con- ducted by the Rev Evan Jones, and here the little girl was baptised. At the graveside the Revs Evan Jones and Thomas Jones officiated. The Welsh hymn, "0 Fryniau Caersalem," was beautifully rendered. The undertakers were Mr John Morris, Trefnant, and Mr John Thomas, draper, Denbigh.

Rhuddian. THE ELECTION.—The result of the Flint Boroughs election was received at Rhuddlan about midnight on Saturday. As soon as it became known that the Liberal candidate was successful, a large crowd collected on the main street and heartily cheered and counter- cheered the result. The crowd was most or- derly, and in very good humour. ACCIDENT.-After the fire at Ffordd Cric- cin Farm, on Wednesday, the brigade returned to the fire station, and whilst cleansing the hose, etc., Fireman T. J. Hughes fell on a bottle of oxalic acid, and cut the main artery of his hand. First aid was rendered, and he was afterwards taken to Dr Henry Lloyd, St. Asaph-, by Fireman Edward Jones, where his wound was dressed. FIRE.—Shortly after eight o'clock on Wed- nesday morning, Capt. W. Conwy Bell was in- formed that a fire was raging at a farm called "Fford Criccin," near Rhuddlan. He immedi- ately telephoned to the town, and the brigade were called out. In less than ten minutes the men with the manual were at the scene of the fire, which is over a mile away from the fire station. On their arrival they found three large stacks, in close proximity to a number of outbuildings, ablaze. A strong wind was blowing at the time, and it was seen that it would be useless to try and check the stacks. The brigade, however, concentrated their efforts on saving the outbuildings from being fired, and in this they were very successful, but the stacks were burnt to the ground. Ffordd Criccin Farm is tenanted, by Mr Wm. Morris, of Hendre Farm, and the loss amounts to close upon 2120. but this is covered by in- surance. The origin of the fire is unknown, but it is surmised that it is the work of an incendiary. Great praise is due to Capt. Conwy Bell and his men for their smart turn- out, and their clever manipulation of their manual, as well as that which was brought to the scene from Bodrhyddan Hall. The farm hands of the neighbourhood also rendered valuable assistance in pumping. STACK FIRES.—Early on Wednesday morn- ing, the members of the Rhuddian Fire Bri- gade were called out to a serious outbreak at Fordd-y-Criccin Farm, Rhuddlan, tenanted by Mr William Morris, Hendre. To the credit of the brigade, they were on their way three minutes after the call, under the command of Captain Conwy Bell, whilst the Bodrhyddan Brigade also turned up smartly. Every stack in the farmyard was alight, and in spite of the fact that both brigades worked splendidly, six hours elapsed before the fire was got under. The loss which was covered by insurance, is estimated at £ 1,000. Soon after the brigade arrived home, a nasty accident befel Fireman T. J. Hughes, who fell upon a bottle of oxalic acid and severed an artery in his hand. He was taken to St. Asaph, and attended to by Dr Lloyd. RHUDDLAN MINT.—"The Saxon, Norman, and Plantagenet Coinage of Wales," was the title of a paper read before the Honourable Society of Cymmrodorion in London, on the 17th inst., by Mr P. W. Corlyon Britton, F.S.A. president of the British Numismatic Society. Sir Owen Roberts, F.R.S., presided. The lec- turer devoted his attention chiefly to the re- cently-discovered penny of Howel Dda, struck at Chester during the period 915 A.D. to 948 A.D. He also referred to other coins found, which were struck at the Pembroke Mint during the reign of Henry I. He contended that there was another Mint in Wales in addi- tion to the Rhuddlan Mint. Some of the Rhuddlan coins were in the British Museum catalogues under the name Rhymney. A num- ber of other coins bore the name Deviton. These some authorities classed as forgeries; others attributed them to a mint supposed to have existed at Devizes in Wiltshire. Mr Britton said that he at first attributed them to Downton, in Wiltshire, but had now con- cluded that they were coined at a mint that existed at St. David's, and which was removed from Shrewsbury by the command of Robert of Malmesbury. The mint at St. David's seemed to have arisen from the visit of Will- iam the Conqueror to the see. The Chairman, in the course of some remarks after the lec- ture, remarked that Mr Britton had referred to Rhuddlan as a sea-port. (Laughter.) Well, it appeared to him that it was likely to become a seaport again unless the North Western Railway did something to prevent further en- croachment by the sea.

Ruthin. FUNERAL OF MISS READ.-On Saturday morning the private funeral of Miss Read, a lady 67 years of age, well known for her gen- erous and kindly disposition, took place, the interment being made at Llanrwst Cemetery. Since her residence in Ruthin some years ago, the lady had always been associated with the local habitation of the Primrose League and all matters relating to Conservatism. Indeed, it was whilst furthering the interests by can- vassing of the Hon. G. T. Kenyon, the defeat- ed candidate for the Denbigh Boroughs, that she met with her death. Whilst talking to Mr Richards, of Clwyd Bank, Clwyd-street (an elector), she was seized with a paralytic stroke, from which she died shortly afterwards. The cause of death was more or less attributable to election excitement. She was a faithful adherent at St. Peter's Church, and her sym- pathetic generosity, so far as the town is con- cerned, will be sajlly missed. Medical assist- ance was rendered by Dr Medwyn Hughes and Dr W. F. Byford, who were able to certify the cause of death. THE ELECTION.—The polling for the Den- bigh Boroughs election took place on Friday last, when 417 electors out of the 441 on the register, polled. The presiding officer was Mr Baldwin Griffith, deputy town clerk, and Mr T. Maysmor Gee acted as poll clerk. Messrs Joe Jenkins and Charles Aldrich were the per- eonating agents for the Conservatives, and Messrs John Williams, Clwyd-street, and P. Rhys Davies for the Liberals. About half the electors had polled by dinner time, and later in the evening there was a rush. Carriages were in evidence by both parties. The ballot box left Ruthin by the 8.35 p.m. train for Den- bigh, where the votes were counted. The re- sult of the counting was received at Ruthin about midnight. There was a very large crowd of people on the Square, by whom the result was received with cheers- and counter- cheers. The successful Liberal candidate (Mr Clement Edwards), after thanking his electors at Denbigh, journeyed to Ruthin by motor, and was met on entering the town by a number of enthusiastic Liberals bearing torches. Whilst being escorted up the town a number of eggs were thrown at the motor car, one of them striking the new M.P. on the shoulder. On his arrival on the Square he was given a hearty reception. He briefly thanked the electors,and immediately afterwards he drove down Prior- street for Denbigh.

St. Asaph. MARY SHORT FOUNTAIN.—The removal of this old fountain has now been completed, and the work of erecting it on the Common is nearing completion. Messrs R. Evans and Sons, the contractors, are to be congratulated upon the beautiful appearance of the structure. SERVICE LIST.—The services at the Cathe- dral for Sunday next are as follows:—8-15: Holy Communion, 11, Matins, service, Attwood in C, anthem 1,197. "0 taste and see" (Mann), Litany, hymns 178, 307, preacher, Canon in Residence. 3-30: Kelway in B minor, anthem 608, "0 where shall wisdom be found" (Boyce). 6-15: Hymns 219, 285, 431, 165, preacher, Vicar E. W. Powell, offertory, Sons of the Clergy Cor- poration. CONSERVATIVE MEETING.-Last Friday night, a meeting was held in the National Schools in support of the candidatures of Mr J. Eldon Bankes, the defeated candidate in the Flint Boroughs, and Mr Harold Edwards. Sir Chas. Petrie, the ex-Lord Mayor of Liverpool, presided over a good attendance. Addresses were delivered by Mr Joseph Lloyd, solicitor, and the Rev Herbert Evans, vicar, the latter of whom stated that the object of the Noncon- formists was to have the Bible thrown out of the schools into the street. ACCIDENT.—On Thursday night last, a young man was driving a spirited young horse, and when near the Clwyd Bridge, it became uncontrollable, and in a very short space of time both horse and trap were turned over, and the driver was pitched over the hedge into a field. Luckily the young man did not sustain serious injuries, but the horse and trap were badly damaged. Whilst out driving in the country on the same night, Mr Alfred Jones, of the firm of Messrs Whitmore and Jones, also met with an accident, and received nasty in- juries. On enquiry, both Unfortunate men ap- pear to be progressing favourably. A SMART CAPTURE.—At a special police court, on Wednesday, before Dr Easterby and Dr Davies, a labourer, giving the name of G. W. Wilson, of Dublin, was charged with steal- ing an overcoat from the shop of Mr Jones, valued at 18s. 6d. Evidence was given by Mr F. Jones, son of the prosecutor, who said he met the prisoner walking up the city with the coat over his arm. Thinking there was something wrong, he seized the coat, and found that it was one that had been hanging outside the door. Chas. Kelly said he saw the man take the coat.—Prisoner, who said he did not know what happened, was sent to gaol for a month. FORTHCOMING ELECTION.—The candi- dates for the representation of the county of Flint are Mr J. Herbert Lewis (L), Junior Lord of the Treasury, and Mr Harold Ed- wards (C), son of the Bishop of St. Asaph. There are 182 elctors in the district, which in- cludes the parishes of St. Asaph, Waen, and Bodelwyddan. Enthusiastic meetings are being held by both parties, and the general opinion is that the Conservative candidate will stand no chance, and that it is simply a question of majority. Polling takes place to-morrow (Saturday), at the National Schools, and it is understood that the result will be made known the same night. /FLINT BOROUGHS ELECTION.-The re- sult of this election, which was declared in the city at a late hour on Saturday night, was re- ceived with gratification by the Liberal party, and it was their proud boast that never dur- ing the last 68 years has the seat for the Flint Boroughs been represented by a Conservative. The Conservative party were not in the least jubilant. If anything, they were very down- hearted, as a few days previous they kept boasting that they would win that seat from the Liberals. This, however, did not prove to be the case, although a large poster had been issued advertising the reverse to the Liberals at Oswestry, and asking the St. Asaph voters to help "to stem the flowing tide." The announcement of the Liberal victory was made by Mr Mitford, stationmaster, to a large and enthusiastic crowd. A CHURCH PROTEST.—The Rev Gilbert Heaton, vicar of St. Mary's, Cardiff, formerly of Llangollen, is at issue with some of his par- i.hioneris. At a meeting of members of the congregation of St. Stephen's Church, Cardiff Docks, last week, it was mentioned that a petition had been signed by nearly 500 parish- ioners, in which a school which Mr Heaton proposed to erect was protested against. It was also stated that the Bishop of Llandaff had written to the effect that no steps were to be taken by Mr Heaton without his consent. Mr John Hallett thanked God they had a Pro- testant Bishop. That, he said, was the only Pr<^estant Church in the city, and, he asked, why their uphill Protestant work lasting for thirty years should be insidiously undone?—A resolution was unanimously carried to con- tinue to protest against any scheme of parti- tion or surrender, for school or church pur- poses. A TRAMP'S TEMPTATION.—Last Tuesday afternoon, a tramp named George Wilson, of 4, Richmond-row, Dublin, was passing the Lower Shop when tye noticed an overcoat hang- ing outside. Coolly he went there and took it off the nail and walked away. However, a man named Chas. Kelly caught him in the act, and when he was going .to inform Mr W. G. Jones. Mr Fred Jones, the son of the owner, accosted the tramp, and the latter, when asked, said he did not know where lie got the coat from. The police were afterwards informed, and P.C. John Evans arrested him in Chester-street, whilst under the influence of drink. He was brought before Dr A. E. Davies and Dr Easter- by, on Wednesday, and when charged with stealing the overcoat, which was valued at 18s 6d, the prisoner pleaded that he did not re- member anything. He had had spirits, which he was not used to. He was an old soldier, and had never before been convicted. The magis- trates sent the prisoner to gaol for a month with hard labour. (

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Rhyl. WE understand that the presentation to Mr J. P. Ashfield will take place next week EFFORTS have been made, without success, to revive the old cycling club. ON Monday the coastguard station on the pier was decorated with bunting of flags in honour of the Kind's Accession. SOUP KITCHEN.-A large quantity of soup was on Tnesdary distributed from the soupkitchen, Miss Williams, Alexandra Hotel, as on previous occasions superintending the arrangements YACHT CLUB.—The annual meeting of the Rhyl Yacht Club is fixed for Thursday, Febru- ary 1st, at the Palace Hotel. The Commodore (Mr W. Scott Hayward) has promised to pre- side. JUVENILE PIERROTS.—A great surprise is in store fo the public of Rhyl—an amateur juvenile pierrot troupe has been organised, and is hard at work practising for an .early appearance in February. P.S.A.—Professor Lloyd, of Bangor, presided at the weekly service on Sunday afternoon in the Boys' Brigade Hall. An excellent address wa.&,cleliveredly the Rev J. Verrier Jones, and solos were rendered by Miss Lizzie Evans and Mr 0. Emlyn. AMATEUR DRAMATIC SOCIETY., We understand that the newly-formed Amateur Dramatic Society is progressing very well, and that the members intend shortly to attempt something more elaborate than they are at present studying. EASTER MONDAY EISTEDDFOD. We understand that Mr E. W. Parry has again consented to act as secretary of the Easter Monday Eisteddfod. One of the novelties in- troduced will be the awarding of prizes to second, third, and fourth in order of merit, as well as the usual firsts. CHRIST CHURCH.—In consequence of their chapel being in the hands of the decorators, the congregation worshipping at Christ Church, Water-street, held their services at the Town Hall. The Rev Pandy Williams was announced to preach, but being indisposed, his place was filled by Professor Lloyd. WILL OF HWFA MON.—The Rev Rowland Williams (Hwfa Mon), of Llvs Mon Hwfa, River-street, Archdruid of Wales since 1894, and a bard since 1847, a Congregational min- ister.one of the strongest supporters of the Eis- teddfod movement, and who died on the 10th November last, aged 82 years, left estate valued at C95 12s 6d. Probate of his will has been granted to Miss Ellen Roberts, the sole execu- trix. OVER EXCITED.—At a special police court held at Rhyl yesterday, before Mr J. H Ellis, William Davidson, saiior of 13 Railway Terrace, Connah's Quay, pleaded guilty to being drunk and incapable at Ffynnongroew, the previous night. P.C. J. E. Hughes said he found the man lying on the footpath drunk and incapable. The defendant pleaded that he went ashore for a loaf and got excited over the election. Mr Ellis advised him to be more careful in the future, and to look after himself. He would be fined 2s 6d. and 8* 5d. C"RtR. Defendant said he would pay, and was thankful for the advice, which was very good. SALE.—On Thursday last, Mr Joseph Wil- liams, auctioneer, conducted the first portion of the sale of the plant u0ed in the construc- tion of the Rhyl Council's reservoir at Llanef- ydd. There was an attendance of upwards of 100 buyers, although the weather was wet and cold. Despite the great drawbacks and the unpleasant conditions, the auctioneer con- tinued the sale until dusk, and then, with Mr L. G. Hall (the engineer), and Mr J. Whitley (chairman of the Waier Committee), returned to Rhyl. The day was one of the most miser- able for a sale that could possibly have been chosen, but those concerned kept at it man- fully, and about B200 was realised. The re- mainder of the plant will be sold at a later date. LOCAL SUCCESS.-Tlie third meeting of the session of the North-Western Centre of the Sanitary Inspectors' Association was held at the Municipal Technical School, Bootle, on Saturday, Mr J. T. Quinton presiding. It was reported that the following were successful in the manuscript competition held under, the auspices of the Northern Sanitary Association of Liverpool:—Messrs J. T. Quinton (Liver- pool), G. H. Hilton (Liverpool), H. H. Spears (West Bromwich), R. Lowe (Rhyl), and R. Farrow (Stafford). Dr W. Daly, chief sani- tary inspector of Bootle, read an interesting paper on "Infectious Diseases, Methods of In- spection," in the course- of which he said he thought milk dealers and pawnbrokers, among others, ought to be notified of infectious diseases. A discussion followed. PLEASANT SATURDAY EVENINGS. — There was a fair attendance at the Town Hall on Saturday evening, the Rev Mr J. Batho occupying the chair. Time would not permit of encores, and the programme was as follows: — Pianoforte duet, Misses Gladys Handscomb and Alice Hughes; song, Mr Cara- doc Williams; song. Miss Maggie Hughes; illustrated reading, "The Jackdaw of Rheims." Mr A. Lewis Jones; song, "Ora Pro Nobis," Mr F. Teviotdale; quartette, "Good Night, thou Glorious Sun," Mrs James, Miss Maud Jones, Messrs A. W. James and T. Wills Jones; song, Miss Lillie Evans; song, Mr Stone; instru- mental quartette, "The Soldier's Tale," Messrs D. Roberts, J. W. Ellis, C. Ellis, and W. G. Jones; song. Mr F. Teviotdale; illustrated fairy tale, "Alice in Wonderland," reading by Mr A. Lewis Jones, slides exhibited by Mr A. Cheetham with his powerful electric light lantern. The accompanist was Miss Mabel Hughes. THE LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION.—The an- nual meeting of the Rhyl branch of the Na- tional Lifeboat Institution was held at Rhyl Town Hall on Wednesday, the chairman (Cap- tain Stubbs) presiding. The financial state- ment presented by Mr J. Pierce Lewis (hon. secretary) showed that the amount received in subscriptions during the year was J324 Os 6d, in addition to Ell 2s 4d collected by means of boxes and a donation of JB2 6s 3d. The expen- diture was JE98 7s 9d, including a balance at the commencement of the year of 8s 3d. The parent society had contributed JB64 10s 4d to the branch. Mr Pierce Lewis said the annual subscriptions were about £10 better than the previous year, but the amount was extremely small for a place Hke Rhyl. (Hear, hear.) There had been no wreck ,service during the year. Mr H. R. Hughes (Lord Lieutenant) was re-elected president, Capt. Stubbs chair- man, and Mr Pierce Lewis hon. secretary. The members of the committee were re-elected, Mr- J. Foulkes, J.P., being added. Efforts had been made to get subscriptions collected on commission, but that had failed. ROYAL ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL.—On Monday, Mr Alick Gamlin kindly brought his- phonograph to the hospital and gave the- patients some very amusing selections on it.- On Tuesday, Mr Carruther's performing dogs gave a performance in the Recreation Room, and their clever and amusing entertainment was thoroughly appreciated by the audience. The dogs went through all their tricks in a faultless manner, and many thanks are due to their trainer for his kindness in bringing them to amuse the patients.—The following gifts have been received, and are acknowledged with many thanks: 501b. case of apples, Mrs Smallwood; potatoes, Mr Storey; book, Miss Mills; papers, Mr Herbert. A very nice chair- and rug have been kindly given for the Price Roberts' wards by Miss Price Roberts, and will be most useful. A donoation of-;Cl Is. for the Rhyl Sick Nursing Fund, from Dr Eyton Lloyd, is gratefully acknowledged, and further- contributions are earnestly requested. THE CLAIM AGAINST THE CLAREMONT HYDRO.—On Tuesday, Judge Sir Horatio. Lloyd gave judgment in a peculiar printing and advertising claim against a hydro com- company, The case was heard at Rhyl County Court on the 12th inst., the plaintiffs being the. Flintshire News and Printing Co., Ltd.. Rhyl, against the North Wales Hydro and Hotels, Ltd., who are running the Claremont Hydro, Rhyl. The plaintiffs claimed 226 14s. 3d. for printing, advertising, and die stamping, but the defendants' paid £ 5 4s. 3d. into court, with a denial of liability for the remainder. Mr Proctor, Liverpool (instructed by Messrs Doughty and Fraser, Manchester), appeared for plaintiffs, and Mr F. J. Gamlin, Rhyl, for defendants. The plaintiffs' case was that they executed orders on the instructions of Mr W. G. Story, the managing director of the com- pany, but he denied-First, that he gave orders for the quantity of goods sued for; secondly, that he did not receive the quantities charged; and that in respect of one advertisement for J63 3s. it had been chargeable to the old com- pany, and that they held a receipt. This plaintiffs denied. The judge gave judgment for plaintiffs for B20 7s. 3d., including the amount paid into court. He also allowed plaintiffs' costs to follow the event, and certified for counsel. "CHILDREN'S PARTY. A most pleasant gathering and one which is in itself a new departure was held at the Town Hall on Wed- nesday evening, when the chairman of the Council and Mrs Jones gave a children's party to commemorate the laying of the founda- tion stones of the new Free Library. The little guests spent a most delightful evening and thoroughly enjoyed the proceedings. This is the first gathering of the kind we can re- member in Rhyl, and think that future chair- men might with advantage emulate the splen- did example set them by Mr and Mrs J. W. Jones. Games and dances were indulged in, and there were many pleasing incidents con- nected with the gathering which will leave a lasting impression on the minds of those tak- ing part. Mr P. J. Ashfield, on behalf of the quests, proposed a vote of thanks, which was acknowledged on behalf of himself and Mrs Jones by the chairman of the Council. The following is a list of those p rerent:-Mrs. John Williams (Terfyn), Mrs Harding Roberts, Mrs Lewis, Mrs Gratton, Mrs Rhydwen Jones, Mrs Nelson (Glenroyde), Mrs Thomas, Mrs Nelson, Mrs Williams, Mrs J. H. Ellis, Misses May Vernon, Gertrude Capon, Brooks Ashfield,Enid Gratton, Olive May Boyes (Hastings), Ethel Arnes, Doris Roberts, M. M. Goodall, Ruby Nelson, Edith Roberts, Winnie Davies, Nesta Jones, Enid Goodman, Minnie Williams, Adina Roberts, Nancy Lewis, Jessie Roberts, Louie Amos, Margery Harker, Ada Williams, Alice i Williams, Doris Miller, Elsie Davies, .^Vlaud Ellis, Masters W. R. Hudson, Robert Rawlin- son, John Clews, John Williams, Stanley Will- mot, George Williams, George Nuttall, Jack Willmot, Thomas Goodman, Richard Jones, Jack Jones, Frank Roberts, Wm. T. Polking- horne, Archie Emlyn. Jack Roberts, S. W. Gibson, Jack Amos, Wm. Williams, Messrs A. Amos, E. T. Jones, and Ernest Nelson. CHORAL SOCIETY. The report of the fifth season of this Society has been issued. It is as follows: "It will be observed that a small balance has been carried forward to the account for the present session, a fact which, having regard to the unusually lengthy session and the extra expense incurred thereby, is very gratifying, and distinctly points to the increased popu- larity of the Society. From a perusal of the comparative statement it will be seen that the sum received from members for fees has been considerably increased, and now shows a membership of 145. Moreover, the number of subscribers also was increased last session to 62, and the amount received from, them was by far the largest the Society has yet obtained. At the same time a move was made to reduce the amount of the concert expenses, and in spite of the high standard of artistes and or- chestra engaged, this was very successful, and some money was saved. The committee once again desire to thank the subscribers and the public for their continued support, and also the members for their renewed faithfulness to the society, and they confidently anticipate a continuance of the same during the ensuing session. They also desire to especially tender their thanks to Mr Haselden and the members of his orchestra for the support they have so readily extended to the society. At the com- mencement of the present session Mr Ernest R. Thomas, of the North and South Wales Bank, was unanimously elected treasurer of the society in the place of Mr R. Broadie Griffith, who has left the town. The work selected for performance at the annual con- cert to be held on Thursday, 22nd February next, is Haydn's "Creation." Mr Evan Wil- liams, the great Welsh-American tenor, has been engaged for the work. According to the balance sheet the total receipts were JB94 14s 4d, including £ 22 16s concert re- ceipts, and £ 52 15s subscriptions per the president. The expenses amount to JB94 6s, leaving 8s 4d in hand. The princi- pal items were £64 2s 9d concert expenses, and J317 14s lid choir practice account. No less than J346 16s 6d was paid for artistes and or- chestra, while printing and advertising ac- counted for JB7 7s 6d. In 1901 the total sub- scribers were 24 as against 62 in 1905. In the report a list of the members is given. There are 43 sopranos, 32 contraltos, 16 tenors, and 19 basses. Mr W. J. P. Storey, J.P., is the president, and Mr Richard Bromley conduc- tor. -—I

—— We regret to announce the death of Mr George Jacob Holyoake, the well-known Chart- ist and journalist. Mr Holyoake was within It few weeks of his 89th year. He unveiled tho Robert Owen Memorial at Newtown about three years ago.