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VALE OF CONWAY AGRICULTURAL SHOW. HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL DESPITE THE RAIN. ENTRIES INCREASED BY 120. COMPLETE L!ST OF AWARDS. This popular event which is looked upon in the j [Vale of Conway as the chief attraction of the year appears to influence the elements in an extra- ordinary manner. Although the weather had baen phenominally fine for weeks previously, the clouds began to gather on Wednesday from all points of the compass until a vapoury pall hung over the district, whioh boded ill for the following day. These conditions yre-vailed un- til about 1 p.m. on Thursday, when the clouds broke at first in a fine drizzio, which scon de- veloped into a heavy downpour, driving the spectators assembled in the ahow field into the .wetoomed shelter of the dog and poultry tents, (vhere nicct of the ladies remained for some time, and listlessly watched the steady fail of t the rain. In one sense, however, the e lex en t a wore merciful, for they did not take action un- til the people had passed through the gate in record numbers, thua ensuring the monetary suc- cess of the event. Thirty-eight years have elapsed since the late Mr Hugh Pierce and a devoid circle of agri- culturists and townsmen gathered together for the purpose of inaugurating a scheme for the advancement of the quality of stock in the dis- trict. Those gentlemen, many of whom memory alone remains, by self-abnegation and sacrifice, 'became the pioneers of the movement, which has resulted so advantageously, both to the ex- hibitors and the public generally. Although the institution has in the past sailed over somewhat troubled waters, the financial successes of the last few years have placed the show on a sound footing. THE OFFICERS. Mr Hugh Pieroe, who retired full of honour lifter 30 years' secretarial uuties, wad followed by Mr R. R. Owen, who, in turn, was auoceeded by Mr H. J. W. Watling, t-lio present indefati- gable and popular secretary, who has filled the onerous duties entrusted to him with marked success. Thanks to Mr Watling, there was the substantial increase of about 120 in the en- tries this year. The committee were exceedingly fortunate in securng- the help of Mr L. O. R. Ashley, of flas Cae r Groes, as president. Mr Ashley is plosely connected with the district, and natur- ally as a large land owner, takes interest in .6,gricu,.Itural pursuits. He also identifies him- flelf with sport, and is a popular member and Official of the oricket club. Mr John Roberts, of Cae Melwr, as a tenant farmer, made an ideal vice-president, as his knowledge of the Agricultural industry is second to none. The oommittea of management included: i rriie Right Hon. Earl Carrington, Mr John HBlaokwall, Hendre; Mr 0. E. Parry, Dolwydd- jelen; Mr D. G. Jones, Rhiwdafna; Mr Wm. 'Hughes, Gwernfor; Mr R. Norton, Penrhiw- arddwr; Mr E. Davies-Jones, solicitor; Sir Charles McLa.ren, Bart, M.P., Mr J. J. Lloyd, Printing Office ;Mr Maurice Williams, Librarv; iiMr J. E. Humphreys, Bryn Awel; Rev. J. iJTitiey Williams, Penloyn; Mr Robert Lloyd, j '{Nantwraoh Fawr; Mr D. W. Evam, Brynmor- Ifydd Mawr; Mr John Hughes, Penybont Hotel; Mr W. H. Jones, Hendre Waelod; Mr W. C. Rooorts, Llandudno; Mr 0. Isgoed Jones, [Llanrwst; Mr T. Rogers Jones, auctioneer; Mr 15. J ones Owen, N. and S. W. Bank, Llanrwst; the Right Hon. Lord Mostvn, the Hon. H. L. iMostyn, Mr R. Blackwall Mousdale, Mr Ed- .ward Bickers. New Inn; Mr Robert Roberts, iHendre Wen; Mr W. H. Jonee, Oemaes; Mr H. "Jones, Fernlea; Mr Lloyd Morris, Y.-gwifrith; Mr R. Muir, Amiandale, Bangor; Mr Thomas Lloyd, Tanlan; Mr Rowland Hughes, Cambrian iVault s; Mr John Kershaw, Watling-street; Mr ii. Smith, Plas Cae Coch; Mr E. Roberts, fTyddyn Hon; Mr Robert Ecrwards, Felin Isa; Major G. R. Ashley, Bettwsyoced; Mr H. E. OBlackwall, auctioneer; Mr T. H. Roborts, Stag (Hotel, Llangerniew; Mr J. M. Porter, Conway; v. W. M. Watkins, Llanddewi; Major- Genoral H. S. Gough, C.B., C.M.G., the Right !Hon. Lord Ponrhyn; Colonel Higson, Plas 'Madoc; Mr H. Ellis, Tai'rmeibion; Mr T. R. Jones, Moss Hill; Mr G. W. Tii.">ley, Pennant; ..Colonel S. Sandbach, Hafodunos; Mr J. R. 'Jones, veterinary surgeon, Mr Edward Mills, Plas Helyg; Mr David Pieroe, Dyffryn Aur; Mr W. H. Jones, Plas Iolyn; Mr A. McFar- :1ane. Victoria Hotel; Mr H. P*cberts, -), r Eagles Hotel; Mr Hugh Owen, The Abbey; Dr. T. E. Jones, Henar; Mr E. Clut- terbuck, Oakland; Mr O wan Hughes, Mcliny- ooed *tills; Mr R. R. Owen, Carrington-terrace; Mr John B. Roberta, Peiioraig; Mr John Ro- berta, Llanrwst; Mr George Jones, Bron Grer- 'ddi; Mr Maurice Roberts, district surveyor; IMr Herbart Hughes, Elwydene; Mr Owen Wil- liams, watchmaker; Mr John Williams, Queen's terrace; Mr J. Hartley Bibby, Plas-yn-Roe. Mr E. Jones Owen, N. and S. W. Bank, Llan- jrwst, was the hon. treasurer. FIELD STEWARDS. rHoaw Horses :-Measrs Thomas Lloyd, Tanlan; liowlanr! Hughes, Esgor Heulog; and R. Ro- berts. Hendre Wen. Light Horses, Turnouts, ajid JumpingMessrs 'J. Hartley Bibby, Plas-yn-Roe, Roowon; H. H. fimitih, Plas Cae Oooh; D. G. Jones, Rhiwdafna; H. E. Blackwall, Dale Cottage, Llanrwst; and iii. Lloyd Morris, Yagwifrith. Cattle:-Menwa D. W. Evans, Brynmorfydd; F. M. Porter, Ty'nooed; J. Taylor, Gigach; a.nd mi. J. Roberts, Gorphwyi&fa, LJanrwst. Shoep and Pigs:-Mewra Edward Evans, a.fod, and R. H. Roberts, Bodraoh. r ,Doges:—Messrs* E. Davies Jones,, solicitor; R. D. CMuir, AraMmdaJe, Bangor; ajid W. H.1 Darby- #hire, Gwynfryn. Poultry, Pigeons, and Cage Birds, etc. jMeasra John Williams, Dolafon; Owen Williame, .Watchmaker; and Albert Hughes, Ty'nyfynwont. Butteir and Honoy:—Mr John Griffith Jones, !Bron G-enddi. 1 General Field Stewards:—The President end iVioe-President, Messrs John B.lackwail, Hendre, JLlanrwst; J. E. Humpthreys, Bryn Awel, Llan- rwst; R. R. Owen, 2, Carrington terraoe, Llan- rwst; R. B. Mouladale, Colwyn Bay; Major Pu-id<iie, Plas Madoc, Llanrwst; Meaers J. M. iporter, Conway; WaJter Smith., Plas Cae Oooh; ¡a,nd T. R. Jones, Moss Hill. JUDGES. -fle,avy florses: hir Lewis, Trwet Llewelyn, Gartrumyl, Mont. i Light Horsey and Turnouts :-Mr J. Lancaster, brouxhton, near Preston, Jumping, Trotting, and Tradesman's Turn- .iyutePresident and Vice-President, Colonel S. Sandaboh, Haifodunos, Abergele; Mr L. W. Jelf- Pertitit, Bod Hyfryd, Lbmrwst; Colonel Higson, riac_ Madoc, Llanrwst; Mr J. Hartley Bibby Plaa-yn-Roe, Roewen. .Cattle:—Mr Feftrnall, Lea Manor, AJdford, jtn3 Mr R. N. Jones. Bryn Melyn, C'orwcvn. Sheep and Pigs :-Mr R. N. Jones, Bryn Melyn, jporwen Dogs, Rabbits, and Cage mrds :-Mr C. 11. iWheeler, Birmingham. Poultry and Pigeons:—Mr W. G. Samuels, iTov.n HiU Wrexham. 1 Butter and Eggs:—Mrs Roberts, Lioweni Hail, Denbigh. Honey:—M.- John Berry, Tlie Apiary, Llan- rwst. Honciarv Vet eri.r.ary Srgeon: Mir W. J. Bushnell, M.R.C.V.S., Conwav. TRADESMEN'S EXIIIBITS. A large portion of the field—Gwydr Pack, kindly lent by the President of the Board of "Agriculture, was, of course, the venue as hitherto—running parallel with the road, was devoted to the exhibits of local tradesman. The ironmonegra had evidently inaugurated an ex- fcibition of their own, for they had an extra- ordinarily varied and extensive collection of machinery on view, which appeared the centre pf attraction to t<his farmers, wuo availed them- selves of the opportunity to inspect the latest jSesigns on the market. Messrs Hughes and Burrows exhibited a valu- able oolleotion of implements, too most intor- being Blackstanes 7 h.p. oil engine with (Oil tanks foundation. It's evident utility was .'immediately grasped, with the result that it found a ready purchaser. Petter's "Stationary" iHandv Man, 3i h.p. oil engine, was also exhi- bited "at work, and gave the impression that it t/was a serviceable implement for medium size farms. Bamford'9 patent chaff cutters, root cutters, oil cake mills, corn crushers; Powell 'Bros', and Whittaker's patent horse gieara, ohaffcutter pulpers, double action pump, and potato digger; anT Mey's cream separators .{were also shown and approved. Ploughs of ,3ifferent grades, and all-steel hoes of Mealor's make were displayed; as also were Welsh tub and end-over-end churns in large assortments. In addition there were Deering's "Ideal Reap- er," cultivators of Massey's horse rake, pig trough, mowing machines of various makes, the tnest important being Cambrian Mower, and Bamford's easy mower, etc. Messrs Hughes and Burrows have appeared for many years in ftliis annual show with implements, but this year's was one of their beat exhibits. Mr E. Lloyd Jones, W a.tiingAstreet, aleo sliowed very assortment of implements, including T&ngvr'a 6 ih.p. oil engines and Williams' 3i h.p. gnsrinee. which were shown in action, and amply gemonfstrating their utility to t<he large number W fwrmars who watched the process. He also exhibited WUtiaeae' ohaif outtert, pulpers; oil cake mills and horse powers; Corbett's grinding mill; Lister's cream separators; end over end and Welsh tub churns; Martin's patent swath turner; Martin's and Maxwell's cultivators; Os- borne powers; Ransorao's ploughs, ohain and zig-zag harrows; portable washing boilers, mangles, garden seats, etc., etc. Mr J. Tudor Williams, of Station-road, ooou- pied a la.rge pitch with his exhibits, amongst which were the end over end Welsh pattern churns ah-own in motion. A Victoria oil en- gine, 4 h.p., wa,¡;. also shown at work, and came in. for a R're-at; deal of attention, impressing the spectator with its simplicity and utility. Chaff cutters, root pulpers, Molotfce's croain se- parators; Waleh and Olarke's oil engines, flour bins, wringing and mangling machines, etc., were also shown. The following firms were also represented :— Messrs Hills and Sorts, artificial mianure manu- facturers, Amlwch; White's maize germ and Clarend's cakes for horses; Gar ton' seed; Hew- thorn's horse powder; Dickson, seedsmen, Chea- ter and the last but not least, Mr Willoughby Lance, of Llandudno, whose choice selection of electrical plant evidently interested a large num- ber of the spectators. Du'ring' the afternoon the Royal Oak ley Silver Band rendened selections, which considerably en- livened the proceedings. THE EXHIBITS. The exhibits formed not only a record in number, but also in quality. The judges spoke very hlglhl.v of the horse section, especially the "heavy brigade," there being absolutely not a poor heavy animal in t.he field. Messrs J. and J. Foulkes. df Conway, succeeded in winning tihe "Bodnant Chalileitge Cup" with a magnifi- cent gelding, although he was closely pressed by Mrs Jones. Bodafon Hall Farni, Llandudno, with "Sussie II." The heavy class -included 58 exhi- bits, or an increase qf 26 on the previoug yeajr. In the light horse section the silver challenge cup was awarded to Mr Hugh Owen, The Ab- bey, Llanrwst, who showed a seven-year-old in solendid condition. There were 83 exhibits in this section, or an increase of 49 on tihe previous show. a fact which amply demonstrates the in- creased interest evinced by farmers in the rear- ing of highfedass light boirses. In the other classes, in both heavy and light horse sections, the competitions were very keen, with the re- sult that the judges were set a heavy task. The turn-outs, owing to the heavy rain, were not seen to the best advantage, yet even the inclement weather failed to rob them of their neatness asd smartness. The cattie section also showed an increased number of exhibits, tho total being 83. The ■ animals were in the pink of condition, and of t,he best quality, the general impression being that they were bhe best lot ever shown on the Gwvdr grounds. The sheep were also very good, but considering the tens of thousands that are reared annually in the district the number of exhibits were lower than they should be. This section shou'ld certainly draw more competituors, and it is to be hoped that next year's show will show an im- provement in this 'respect. There was only a small number of pigs but 0, those exhibited were off the highest quality. The dogs were shown this year in a waterproof tent—a noteworthy improvement—and admirably benohed by "Old Calabar" Company. This de- oartment was held under K.C. rules, under whioh aU the dogs must be registered by the Kennel Club. The "doggies" welre there in large numbers, Eund some of them were indeed beauti- ful specimens, which provoked a feeling of oovetness in the beholders. The poultry were also shown under a water- proof tent, and properly penned and fed by "Old Calabar." Messrs H. and R. Eastwood, off the Woodlands Poultry Farm, Conway, and Colonel Sandbaoh exhibited a large number of very fi-ne birds. Amongst the exhibits was an exceptionally large black orpington oook with some beautiful white wyandottes, and white leghorns. Some of the bird;" were of excep- tional merit, while others hardly reached show form. Pigeons were not largely exhibited, yet there were a, few good homers) fantails, and dragons shown. The gate money amounted to £ 95, but the grand stand, owing to the rain, only 'realised £ 5 17s. AWARDS. The following w-ore the awards:- AGRICULTURAL HORSES. A silver cup, to be known as the Bodaint Chal- lenge Cup, for the best gelding or mare, calcu- lated for husbandry, shown by a teriant farmer within the counties df Denbigh, Flint, and Car- narv-on. The cup, if won three times out of five, to become the property of the wianeir (special: prize by Sir Charles McLaren, Bart., M.P.): 1, J. and J. Foulkes, Hendre, Conway; r., Miss M. Jones. Bodafon Hall Farm, Llandudno. Mare, with foal at foot '.special prize by the president): 1, John Roberts, Fron Francis, Llanrwst. Geld- ing or filly, foaled in 1905: 1, Robeirt Davies, Rhwngddwyffordd, Bettwis, Abergele; 2, Robert Parry Glan'rafon, Dctwen, Abergele. Colt ot filly, foaled in J906: 1, Mrs Mary Jones, Bod- afon Hall Farm, Llandudno; 2, Robert Parry, Glan'raifon, Bettws. Abergele. Colt or filly: 1, George Wright, Ty'nyoolyn, Trefnaut; 2, John Roberts, Fron Fra.ncis, Llanrwst, Pair of horses: 1. J. and J. Foulkes, Hend'3, Con" J 2, Robert Parry, Glan'rafon, Dolwen, Aberg.e. Maire or gelding, shown by a tenant farmer: 1, J. and J. Foulkes, Hendre, Conway; 2, Robert Daviea, Rhwngddwyffordd, Bettws, Abergele. For the best foal, sired by either cif the Plas LLan stallions (special prize given by Mrs Grace Jones. Eglwysbach): 1, John Roberts, Fron Francis, Lkunrwst. LIGHT HORSES. A silver challenge oup, fotr the best light road- ster, gelding or mare, 15 hands and upwards, age to be taken into consideration, shown by a tenant farmer within the counties of Denbigh, Flint, and Carnarvon. The oup, if won three times out of five, to become the property elf the winner (s prize by Mr J. Hartley Bibby): 1, Hugh Owen, The Abbey, Llanrwst; x., D. and J. 0. Pritchard, GWiyworn Mochdre. Mare, with foal at foot (special prizes by the pre- sident): 1, Hugh Owen, The Abbey, LlanxwEt; 2, R. E. Birch, Bryn Eury.n, Colwyn Bay. Mare or gelding, exceeding 14.2 hands: 1, Hugh Owen, The Abbey, Llanrwst; 2. D. and J. 0. Pritchard, Glanywern, Mochdre. Mare or gelding, not ex- ceeding* 14.2 hands: 1. R. E. Biroh, Colwyn Bay, 2, W. J. Davey, Maesmynan Hall, Afonwen. Two-year-old gelding or filly: 1, W. J. Davey, Maesmynan Hall, Afonwen; 2, John Roberts, Caemelwr, Llanrwst. One-year-old oolt or filly: 1, W. J. Davey; 2, John Roberts, Llan- rwst. Pony, mare 011 gelding, not exceeding 13 hands high, and not less than throe years old: 1, W. H. Jones, Gwernhowov, Wettwsycoed; 2, Robert Parry, Clanrafon, Dolwen. Abcrgele; 3, J. Evans-Jones and Co., 12 Ilolyhead-road, Upper Bangor. Welsh mountain pony, mare or gelding, not exceeding 11 harms high 1, Tom Roberts, Bryn Ysgol, Trcfriw; 2, Thomas Ro- berts, Cwynedd House, Berry-street, Conway. Pony mare, with foal at foot, not exceeding 12 hands high: 1, W. Trivett, George and Dragon Inn, Llanrwst; 2, Lilwall and Lewis, Old Col- m-yn. Pony, mare or gelding, not exceeding 13 hands, and under three years old? 1, Mrs Mary Jones, Bodafon Hall Farm, Llandudno; 2, D. 0. Jones, Aneddle, Llanrwst. The CCJlUnty Live Stock Insurance Association. Limited, York. Mr John Hetherton, F.S.A.A., manag- ing director (Mr A. G. Preen, Gwyndy. Taly- eafn, local representative) offered a piece of plato or other useful article (to be chosen by the prize-winner) for the best foai insured by them: 1, Elias Davies. Farmyard, Conway. JUMPING COMPETITION. Mare or gelding which shall be considered the best performer over hurdles, bar or fence, to be determined by the Working Committee. Open to all comers upon payment of 10s entrance fee. Entries to this class received up to 12 o'clock on the show day: 1, F. V. Cralige, Oak House, Famdon. TURNOUTS. Turnout, mare or gelding, of 14 hands and upwards, and two or four-wheel trap, being bona-fidc the property of the exhibitor, and shall have been in his or her possession for at least one month previous to exhibition: 1, Frank Bibby, Plas y foel, Dyserth; 2, Frank Herman, Glam Orme, Llandudno. Turnout, mare or gelding, under 14 hands, and two or four-wheel trap, being bona-fide the property of the exhibitor, and shall have been in his or her possession for at least one mo-i previous to exhibition: 1, Robert Parry, Glan'rafon, Dolwen., Abergele; 2, W. Williams, Glanmor- fa, Llandudno Junction. Tradesmen's turnout: 1. William Jones, Hand, L!anrwst; 2, Mrs Mary Jones, Bodafon Hall Farm, Llandudno. TROTTING MATCHES. For the fastest trotter, exceeding 14 hands: 1, Henry Evans, Bryn Chap, Llansannan; 2, Edward Roberts, Windsor House, ljlanrwst;3, Evan Roberts, Tyddyn Hon, Llanrwst. For the fastest trotter, not exceeding 14 hands: 1, J. H. Roberts, Clustyblaidd, Corwen; 2, FA- ward Roberts, Windsor House, Llanrwst; 3, Lylwell and Lewis, Colwyn Bay. CATTLE. Bull of any breed, rot being Welsh (special prizes by the President) 1, Mrs Rowley Con- wy. Bodrhuddan, Rhuddlan; 2, R. E. Birch, jvryn Euryn. Colwyn Bay, Welsh bull of any age, age to bo taken into consideration by the judge (by the Society): 1, The Coed Coch Trustees, Llawes y coed farm, Abergele; 2, Mrs Evans, Glanaber Hotd, Bettwsyooed. Welsh dairy cow, in calf or in milk: 1 and 2. W. Jones, Hand, Llanrwst; 3, W. H. Jones, Gwern- hywel, Bettwsycoed. Welsh heifer, two and under three years old, shown by a tenant farm- er, and bred within the district of the Society: 1, W. Jones, Hand, Llanrwst. Welsh heifer, one and under 2 years old, shown by a tenant farmer, and bred within the district of the So- ciety: 1, Joseph Davies, Garthmyn, Maenan; 2, Evan Roberts, Tyddynhen, Llanrwst. Short- horn cow, in calf or in milk: 1, Mrs Row- ley Conwy, Bodrhuddan, Rhuddlan; 2, R. E. Birch, CoJwyn Bay. Crossbred oow, in calf or in milk: 1, R. Armor Jones. Cae) Gwyn, Den- bigh; 2, Mrs Rowley Conwy, Do., do., shown by a tenant farmer: 1, R. Armor Jones 2, W. Jones, Hand, Llanrwst. Heifer of any breed, not being Welsh, two and under three years old: 1 and 2, Mrs Rowley Conwy. Heifer of any breed, not being Welsh, one and under two yeaxs old: 1 and 2, R. Armor Jones, Caegwyn, Denbigh. Pair of Welsh steers: 1, William Jones, Hand, Llanrwst; 2. Mrs Evans, Glanaber Hotel, Bettwsyooed. Pair of steers of any brood, not being Welsh: 1, Hugh Hughes, Union Inn, Lliny-wat; 2, William Jones, Hand, Llanrwst. SHEEP. Welsh ram, shown by c. tenant farmer (spe- cial prizes by the President/: i and 2, W. G. Roberts, Dyserth Hall, Dyserth. Shearling Welsh ram (by the Society). Whiltahire ram, shown by a tenant farmer: 1, Mrs Fielding, Eirianws, Talycafn; 2, William Williams, Bryn Iocyn, Conway. Ram, of any breed not before mentioned (one shear and over): 1 and 2, Mrs Rowley Conwy. Ram lamb of any breed, shown by a tenant farmer: 1. Elias Davies, Farmyaxd, Conway; 2, W. G. Roberts, Dyserth Hall Dy- serth. Ram of any breed not having previous- ly won a prize, and shown by a tenant farmer: 1, W. G. Roberts, Dyserth Hall; 2, Owen Wil- liams, 2, Rose Cottage, Conway. Three Welsh ewes, having reared lamba durintr the season: 1 and 2, W. G. Roberts, Dyserth Hall. Three Welsh ewes, having reared lambs during the season, shown by a tenant farmer: 1, W. G. Roberts, Dyserth Hall; 2. Elias Davies. Farm- yard, Conway. Three sbearlin"- "elsh ewes: 1, R. 0. Williams, Bryndowsi, Conway; 2, W. Conwy Bell, Rhuddlan. PIGS. Boar of large or small brood: 1, Miss Pullan, Royal Oak Hotel, Bettwsycoed; 2, T. O. Jones, Tynycelyn, Liangwstony-n, Conway. Breeding sow of large or small breed: 1. Raiph E. Mun- a.1 ro, Craigside, Llandudno; 2, Miss Pullan, Bet- twsyooed. Pair of store pigs: 1, Evan Roberts Tyddynhen, Llanrwst; 2, Ralph E. Munro, Llandudno, DOGS. Wire haired or smooth fox terrier (special prizes by the President): 1, W. C. Roberts, Dolhyfryd, Llandudno; 2, and 3, D. Gario Ro- berts, Albert Hotel, Llandudno. Wire-haired or smooth fox terrier bitch (by the Society): 1, Robert Edwards, Lower Mills, Llanrwst; 2, Mrs Barker, Carneddau, Llanrwst; 3, T. H. Des- mond, Hill Crest, Rhiw-road, Colwyn Bay. Roug-h-coated collie, dog or bitch: 1 and 2, Wm. Powell, Capel Garmon; 3, T. R. Jones, Moss Hill, Penuiaahno. Smooth coated collie, dog or bitch: 1, J. Hughes, WoodviUe Grove, Mostyn Avenue, Llandudno; 2, Evan R. Jones, rian, Conway. Collie puppy, under 12 months old, rough or smooth: 1, Robert Hughes. Wicklow Kennels, Bangor; 2, Mi« Jones, Tanlan, Llanfrothen; 3, E. Evans, Ty Gwyn, Llanddoget. Welsh terrier dog: 1. R. Owen, Police Station, Penrhyndeudraeth; 2, W. C. Roberts, Dolhyfryd, Llandudno 3, Henry P. Jones, Bronygadair, Blaenau Fesiiniog. Welsh terrier bitoli 1, W. C. Roberts, Liandudno. Spaniel dog or bitch any variety: 1, W. Jones, deudraeth; 2, R. Evans, Maenaa llouse, Llan- dudno; 3, W. Jones, Penrhyndeudraeth. Dog or bitoh of any breed not before men- tioned: 1, A. R. Hughes, 20, Brook v-treet, Bir- kenhead; 2. E. Dairies, Pleasant View, Conway; 3, Leonard Bond, Silhouette, Trinity-street, Llan- dudno. Dog or bitch, any varety, .not having proviously won a first prize: 1. A. R. Hughes, 202. Brook-street, Birkenhead; 2, W. C. Roberts, D Dolhyfryd, Llandudno; 3, T. R. Jones, Moss I-Ii! Iletiaiachiio. Sporting dog or bitoh, price not to exceed JE5: 1. D. Garic Roberta, Aibert Hotel, Llandudno; 2, D. Garic Roberts, ditto; 3, A. R. Hughes, 202, Brook-strec-t, Birkenhead. Selling class, dog or bitch, price not to exceed L5 (special prizes guaranteed by Mr T. R. Jones, Moss Hill): 1, W. 0. Batten, Llanrwst; 2, T. R. Jones, Moss HilJ, Penmachno; 3. II. W. Jones, Gweifil Cottage, Pe-ritrevoela^. POULTRY. I Minoroa, Spanish or Andalusian, cock or hen: 1, Evan T. Jones, 3, Frondeg. Ohwilog, R.S.O.; 2, D. O. Jones. Armeddie, Llanrwst. Game, any ver^ety, including Malay and Indian game, oock or hen: 1, Robert Edwards, Lower Mill, Llan- rwst; 2, A. Hysiop, Bry.nia.u Mawr, Llangollen. Plymouth rock, cock or hen: 1, W. H. Davies, 7, Mount? terrace, Pwllheli; 2, H. and R. East- wood, Woodland,, Poultry Farm, Conway. Wyan- dotte. oock or hen: 1. H. and R. Eastwood, Woodlands Poultry Farm, Conway; 2, Colonel Sandbacih, Hafodunos, Abergele. Orpington cock or hen: 1, A. Hyslop, Bryniau Mawr, Llan- gollen; 2. H. and R. Eastwood, Woodlands Poultry Farr.n, Conway. Leghorn, cock or hen: 1, Colonel Sa,ndbaoh. Hafodunos. Abergelle; 2, H. and R. Eastwood. Any other variety, cock or hen: 1. W. H. Davies, 7, Mount terrace, Pwll- heli 2, J. A. Walker, O-borno House. Llandudno. Selling class, cock or hen, price xior, to exceed 91: 1, A. Hyslop, Bryniau Mawr, Llangollen; 2, Colonel Sandbach, Hafodunos, Abergele. Aylesbury, drake or drck 1, Colonel Sandbach, Hafodunos, Abergele; 2, Robert Edwards, Lower Mills, Llanrwst. Any other variety, drake or duck: 1 and 2, Colonel Sandbach, Hafodunos, Abergele. Turkey, cock or hen: 1. Roger W1 Jiamc, Fronwen, Llamsannan; 2, CoTonel Sand- lJaoo. Hafodunos, Abergele Bantams, any variety, oock and hen: 1, A. Hyslop, Bryniau Mawr, Llangollen; 2, H. and R. Eastwood. EGGS. H-)Jf-do«n white eggs*: 1, Miss Maggie Daviea, Talyvvaen. Talycafn; 2, G. E. Cragg, Rock lands, Rhoe, Colwyn Bay- Haif-dozen coloured egg; I, G. E. Oragg, Rocklancls, Rhos, Colwyn Bay; 2, Miss Lloyd Jones, Brynfawnog, Maenan. PIGEONS. Best fsuViail or Jacobin: 1 and 2, Ivey Ger- ard, Primrose Cottage, L:anrw-t; 3, T. H. Dee- mooo. Hill Crest, Rhiw-road, Colwyn Bay. Best show home, 1 and 2, II. and R. iEastwood, Woodlands Poultry Farm,. OonwóY; 3. H. Aroher, Hafodunos Farm, Abergele. Beet flying homer: t and 3. H. Archer, Hafodunas Farm. Abergele; 2, J. E. Owen, Glyn Villa, Lla.ndudno. Best pigeon of any other variety: 1, 2 and 3, H. Archer, Hafodanos Farrm,Abergele. CAGE BIRDS. Best goldfinch: 1, R. J. Oak'eigh, G'an Con- way; 2, J. E. Jones, Glasgwm-'ioad, Pe.timachno. Best canary of any variety 1, W. Williams, y goldy, LiantwiS't; 2, R. R. Owen, 2. Carrington- terrace Llanrwst; 3, J. E. Jones, Giasgwm-road, Peinmaohno. RABBITS. Best rabbit of any breed (by the Society) 1, John Rowlands, Maes Apiaries, Pwllheli; 2, Mrs Lutber, Silhouette, Trinity-street, Llan- dudno. BUTTER. To the tenant fa rmer showing the best sample of pot butter, not less than 25 lbs., bona-fide the produce of his own farm: 1, Misa Lloyd, Nant- yrach fawr, Llanrwst; 2, Mrs M. Edwards, Ll anger mew. To the tenant farmer showing the best sample of fresh butter, not less than 3 lbs., bona-fide the produce of his own farm, shown in separate lbs. of 16 ouneos, and made on the old method: 1, Mrs M. Edwards, Rhos- mawn, LJangerniew. 2, ML-s Lloyd, Narityraoh Fawr, Llanrwst; 3, Mrs W. Williams, Fedw, Llanrwst. To the tenant farmer showing the beat sample of fresh butter, not less than 3 Ibs., bona-fide the produce of his own tarm, shown in separate lbs. of 16 ounces, and made on the new method: 1. Mrs M. Edwards, Rhosmawn, Llangerniew; 2, Miss Lloyd, Llanrwst; 3, Miss Lizzie Williams, Ll wyndu isaf. Pandy Tudor. HONEY. An exhibit of light coloured run or extracted honey, in lib. or 21b. jars, total weight not to be less than 12 lbs. or more than 20 Its. 1, David Jones, Gosen, Eglwysbach; 2, Mrs M. Edwa.rd.s, Llangerniew. An exhibit of dark coloured run or extracted honey, in lib. or 21b. jars, total weight not to be less than 12 lbs. or more than 20 lbe.: 1, E. B. Roberts, 3, Doly-dd-terrace, Bettwsycoed.
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HUMORS OF HISTORY." r I RICHARD'S TRIP FROM WALES TO LONDON, SEPT. 30th, 1399. In j390 RuUaM 11. led an expedition against the Irish, and, taking advantage of his absence, Henry Bolingbroke, Duke of Hereford. returned from exiij. A. hen Richard came home from Ireland, he found himself a prisoner in the hands of the man he bad banished. He was led, mounted on a wretched horse, to London, deposed from the throne and lodged in the Tower, where he died mysteriously. Hereford, who was the son of John of Gaunt, and the King's cousin, assumed the crown as Henry IV. „, J^his1'ories of lOOpictnros, entitled Humors of History," appearing weekly in this journal, is re produced in crilonr on plats pipar, cloth bound, gilt, at 2/6 nott, £2.000 having been spent in its production by the Morning Leader," London. Specimen Colored Plate on application. TAITH RHISIART 0 GYMRU I LLUNDAIN, MEDI 30am, 1399. Yn 1399, arweiniodd Rhisiart II. ymgyrch yn erbyny Gwyddelod, a chan fanteisio ar ei absenoldeb, daeth Henry Bolingbroke, Due Henffordd, o'l alltudiaeth. Pan ddaeth Rhisiart gartref o'r Werddon, cafodd ei hun yn garcharor yn flaw y gwr a'i alltudiodd, Arweiniwyd ef, ac yntaa'n marchogaeth ar geffyi tmenus, i Lundain, amddifadwyd ef o'i orsedd, ag aed ag ef Pr Twr, Ue bu (arw OMwa modd dirgel. Aeth Due Henffordd, yr hwn oedd fab John o Gaunt, a cbefadcr y Brenbin, ilc orsedd fel Harry IV. -<r
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THE CAMBRIAN ARCMJO- LOGICAL ASSOCIATION. THE ANNUÃL MEETING. CLAIMS OF ABERGELE AND CONWAY OVERLOOKED. A G,)lT0ponùmlt writ^:—The Caiubrian- Arehae- logicai Association held 1 a.L week, at Monmouth, its sixty-sewn;i animal meeting, and thus, after a lapse of fifty-one years renewed it« acquaintance with a town and neighbourhood teeming wiUi objects of liistorio interest.. The proceedings commenced on Monday evening with a meeting ilf the committee. Ou Tuesday the members were early astir for they had a long and interesting day before them. At 8.45 a.m. a long procoseion of carnages moved out of Agincourt-square, and passing under the Welsh Gate, a good specimen of Edwardian architeoture, used at 0110 time &3 a toll house rather th-ui .a fortification, were soon in the inidst. of beautiful Wye scenery. An hour and a half drive brought the party W Trelleck Church, where the Vicar (Rev. T. Dad:>-i) pointed out the most interesting features of the edifice. Leaving the Church, a mound olose by was visited. Col. W. L. Morgan hfiid thai lwoperiy speaking it was not a tumulous but an earthwork forir.'ss similar to many to be found throughout Wales. "The three stones" in a field not faj- distant were inspected, and at this spot Proieaaor Anwyl remarked that the stones were possibly part of circles used to surround graves in remote times. St. Anne's Wishing Well also attracted attention, and then after a delightful drive of IIl1 hour, the stately ruins of the FAMOUS ABBEY OF TINTERN were readied, and the c-mipanv had the privilege of listening to a paper read by Mr James G. Wood, M.A., F.S.A., of Lincoln's Inn. London, and further interesting remarks by the Veil. Archdeacon Thomas and Sir Henry Howorth. The Abbey was founded in 1131 by Walter, son of Gilbert de Pare and brother of Kichard Earl of Hertford, and of Gilbert de Clare (" Strongbow") for the Cistercian Order. After a careful examination of the ruin, an adjournment was made for luncheon, which was laid out in a spacious marquee in the grounds oi the Anchor Hotel. The carriages then left. for Llandogo and Bigswein. The Castle of S. Briavels was not visited, but a halt was made at Stowe Oamp, where Col. W. L. MorgaJi again gave a few explanatory remarks. Newland Church, the Mother Church of the Forest of Dean was the next stop. The Church, as stated in a pappr prepared by the llev W. Bagnal-Oakley, was built as it now stands, with trifling alkrations. It thus differed from the generality of the old Churches of Gloucestershire, for most bore of their Norman origin, and were gradually added to as vetro rolled on. Here the styles of architecture were de- corated and perpendicular. The Church contained several interesting monuments, amongst others a brass showing. in the crest above the coat-of-arms, a free miner if the Forest of Dean, with his pickaxe and peculiar dreas, carrying a candle in his mouth. Staunion Church, some miles distant, was next visited. It. is of late Norman wirk with various al- terations and additions of the Early English and De- corated periods. The stone pulpit, reached by a staircase conducting also to the rood loft and belfry, and two fonts, one perpendicular, the other square and cut out of -ine stone, said m be Saxon, were noticed. The la.st stage of the return journey was now entered upon, and Monmouth was reached at 7.15 p.m. MAX ORAL REC'Ei'XION. I Later in the evening a reception was given In the Rolls Hali by the Mayor oi Monmouth (the Hon. J. M. ltoils). The members of the Corporation were pre- sent and a number of ladies and gentlemen from the town and neighbourhood. The oommittee of the Association was represented by itev. Professor Sayce, M.A., LL.D. (Oxford) the Yen. Archdeacon Thomas, F.S.A. (on a-irmal1) Col. W. L. Morgan, U.K., Swansea (treasurer). Rev Canon Rupert Morris, D.D., F.S.A., London (editor); Rf-v. Charles Chidlaw, M.A., Llaw- haden (secretary); Sir Henry H. Howorth, K.O.I.E., F.R.S., F.S.A. Mr Edward Owen (secretary of the Royal Commission on Welsh Monuments); Mr Edward Laws, F.S.A., Tenby; Mrs Allen, Mr Herbert J, Allen, Tenby Rev John Fisher, Cefn Professor Anwyl, University Ooll-go, Aberystwyth Profesior J. E. Lloyd, University Colli ge, Bangor; Mr Ilityd Nicholl, F.S.A., Oowbvidge; kev. Evan Evans, Ltansadwrn; HEev. û. F. Roberts, Llandduias Mr T. E. Morris, LL.Al., Portina^oc; Mr A. Foulk's Roberta, Denbigh; Mr D. Lleufer Thomas, Swan sea Mr A. E. Bowen, Usk Mr J. Hobson Mathews, and Mr A. J. H. Bowen. The general circle induded the following:—Mr f. W. G.bo.ris (High-Sheriff of Glamorganshire) and Mrs Gibbina, Rev W. Donne Bushell, Rev Daniel Lewis (Reottor of Merthyr), Rev. F. E. Austin, Rev. Geo. Eyre Evans, Rev. 0. O. Mills, T'rof-esor Bosanquet (University College, Liverpool); Mr Pepyat Iev- J. W. Daviee (St. Asaph), Mr F. Vaugnau Williams, Mr Howard-Cunningt-on, F.S.A., Scot. Mrs lloward- Cunnington. Mr E. C. Cunningham, Mr A. Ivor 1'r;rce, Mrs liowen, Mrs Foulkes Roberta, Mrs Evana, Llansadwm, and maxiy others. Rev. Professor Sayoe, alter having boen duly in- stalled as president for the year, delivered a most weighty address, said concluded with expressing a hope that one result of the meeting in the old Borough of Monmouth and in Southern Wales would be a systematc are.ftaelogical survey and exploration of the, whole Principality. Mr Hobson Mathews followed with a paper on "Oid Monmouth." Although not leaving the Rolls Hall on Tuesday until nearly midnight, after a busy day, the members were about in good time on Wednesday, and about nine o'c&x'k drove off to Skenfrith. There the ancient Church, untouched, as yet, by the hands of the restorer, attracted attention. Fragments of XIV. century gi-8 wn pointed out, and fine spueimetia of Jaooi»ean woodwork, and albo an altar cioth made out of a cope, which is said by local tradition to have been the gift of lung John. Skenfrith Castle, built about 1300, was next visited, a short descriptive account of it being read within the walls by Mr llltyd Gardner, Abergavenny. The dure to Crosmont was full of interest; there the Church is of transition Noriiwvn, and later styles adjoins an early Norman edifice which was evidently left unfinished in a great hurry, After luncheon in the Town Hall the ruins of the Sincient Oastle were inspected,. An hour's drive brought Oarway Church to view, with the remains of a I'receptory af the Knights Templar and a mediaeval pigeon-cot in an excellent state of preservation. Welsh Newton Onuroh was the next stop. Here was seen an etxtremely fine stone rood screen of the de- oorated period. The stone sanctuary seat ar chair is said to have been the seat of the Prior of the Order of Knights Templar. The font was Norman and probably older than the Church. Pembridge Castle, where Father John Kemble spent his last days previous to his execution, was taken on the way back to Monmouth, which was reached at 7.30 p.m. ENTERTAINED BY LORD TREDEGAiR. The weather so far had been favourable to the movements of the Association, but Thursday, the most interesting day of all, was in a measure spoilt by heavy rain. Leaving Monmouth at an early hour the journey to Chepstow was accomplished by rail, where carriages were in readiness to' convey the party to Oaerwent (Venta Silurum). one of the most important cities of the Romans, and where extensive explorations have been carried on for a number of years, yielding most interestng results. In a museum on the spot are preserved a marvellous collection of articles of Roman times which the eoxcavation,3 have brought to light. Here the Association mett the Monmouthshire Oarleon Antiquarian Association, and were heartily welcomed by Lord Tredegar (Lord- Lieutenant of the county). Mr A. Trioe Martin, Professor Bosanquet, and Mr John Ward, F.S.A., conducted the members over the ruins and gave short explanatory addresses. The members of both Associations were entertained at luncheon by Lord Tredegar in a princely fashion. Afterwards the interesting old Church of Caerwent was visited, which is built to a large extent of stones taken from Roman buildings. Mathern Church was taken on the return journey, where both early English and perpendicular work are to be seen; it is dedicated to St. Tewdrig ap Teithfallt. Chepstow was reached in drenching rain, but in a clear in- terval, the extensive ruins of the noble Castle were visit-ed,as well as the beautiful old Church. Train was taken to Monmouth, whioh was readied in time for dinner. But the day was not yet at an end, for at 8Ar. p.m. the annual meeting of the Association was timed toO take place in the Rolls Hall. I'rofessnr Sayee presided. ABERGELE, CONWAY, OR CHESTER. After reading the annual report, which was of a highly satisfactory nature, and transacting other business, the discussion turned upon the place of meeting for 1909. An invitation from the Abergele Antiquary Society was read asking the Association to visit Abergele. Chester and Conway were named as suitable places. Upon going to the vote Chester com- manded a majority, and so in 1909 the Cambrians will meet, at Chester. Friday was devoted to visiting Tre Owen, Tregaer Church. Penrhos Oamp, White Castle (paper read by Sir Henry Mather Jacksjn), Llantilio-OrosKenny Church. Raglan Oastle (paper read by Col. Bradneyl, Mitchel Troy Church. The party was entertained at I luncheon by Sir Henry Mather Jackson, and at tea by Mrs A. E. Bowen. The last meeting was hera in the Rolls Hall in the eivening. when a paper on "The early seittlers of Monmouthshire" was read by Pro- fessor Anwyl, and thus ended a gathering which will hold a high place in the annals of the Association. Universal regret was expressed at the absence of the Rev. Canon Trevor Owen, F.S.A., the senior secretary, caused by the serious illness of his sister.
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HOW" GENTLEMEN BEHAVED ON THE "LA AIARGUERITE." PICKPOCKETS SMARTLY CAPTURED. For some time past the Liverpool police have been aware of pickpockets on the day excursion boats leaving the landing-stage for Wales and the Isle of Man, and complaints have been received of passengers lia-,irg been robbed of a total of between R400 and £500 In the Dale-atreet Police Station three smartly-dressed men-William Evans, William Prioe (alias Henry White- head), and Edward Flinn were on Friday sent too p' son for three months for picking pockets, and of a total of LW found in their possession when they were arrested, £6 was appropriated to refund the out-of-pocket ex- penses of the prosecution, and the remainder was applied to the cost of their maintenance in Walton Prison. Detective Burgess and another officer watched the prisoners and three confederates not yet in custody on August 2, when La Marguerite was taking up passengers on the Liverpool landing-stage. He saw Flinn attempt to pick the pockets of people as they went aboard, the man's operations being oovered by the other two. The detective followed the men into Llandudno and back, and saw Flinn make attempts on the pockets of five persons. Evans saw that he was watching, and, going below, returned wearing another hat. When they were charged as the boat was nearing Liverpool all the pri- goners replied indignantly. "We are gentlemen," they said. Evans added that he was a London merchant, and that it would cost the detectives "thotmands of poondB" for interfering with him. In the lock-up they pretended not to know each other. Besides money, their pockets contained various railway tickets and a French phrase-book. One of the passengers on La Margcurite said that after having been repeatedly jolted by a man he took his hand out of his pocket, and immediately after lost M 1. Be saapeot»4 the prisoner Price AS the TAA* Wbe bad robbed bim6
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