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"rrHE CATACOMBS OF ROME,"
"rrHE CATACOMBS OF ROME," On Fridaj evening last, at the Young Men's Christian Association Rooms, Brighton Road, the Rev. J. Jenkins, M. A. delivered a. lecture on the above subject. The evening was very cold and damp, and that no doubt prevented a great many from being present. However, there was a res- pectable and appreciative audience. Capt. Wynne Jones presided, and on rising to address the audience lie was received with cheers. He said he felt very great pleasure in meeting those present, and especially as he saw present several young men belonging to the Christian Association. It seemed to him that the Association brought young men together for one common object—namely, to get them to devote thei" lives to that which was good and true (hear, heir. Ihere was nothing in the world more discouraging than isolation; and in the moral world, like every other, union and co-operation was strength (applause.) There was one certain advantage connected with the entertainments provided for young men in connection with that Association- there was no danger of anything that would shock their religious fceliugs (hear, hear.) He had attended entertainments at which imprecations had been used which he did not approve of and lie bad been shocked to hear irreverent ejaculations being laughted at and even applauded by people who professed themselves Christians. Whether the audience be large or small, to gain the applause of nwn was a very poor exchange for offending deity—(applause) and it was no sign of manli- ness, no mark of superior intelligence, to smile or approve of irreverence (applause.) As to the subject of that evening's lecture he thought it was a very appropriate one in connection with a Young Men's Christian Association. They all knew that Rome was at one time the centre of civilization and Christianity. He had had the advantage of a visit to Rome. The benefit and the enjoyment to be derived from a visit to the eternal "eity de- pended a great deal upon the amount of knowledge they took with them there. If they did not possess a considerable amount of classical informa- tion beforehand, they would come away dissatisfied. The catacombs of Rome were also the most im- portant and interesting- study in the whole of Rome, inasmuch as they were interesting momentoes of the early Christians. He would not detain them further, but would call upon the llev. Mr Jenkins to deliver his lecture. The Rev. J. Jenkins, M.A., who was heartily applauded on rising, then delivered his lecture, which was of a most interesting character. In the commencement Mr Jenkins stated that he was not going to read his lecture, for the very good reason that lie had no written lecture prepared (laughter.) He also wished his audience to understand that the lecture he was about to deliver was not taken as the result of his own personal investigations. He was not an arehseologist nor the son of one. Neither had he like the worthy chairman, ever c been to Rome-he had never seen nor visited the catacombs. That, in the first place, would require more time than he could afford; and a heavier purse than lie possessed (laughter.) He was going to talk to them in the simplest and homeliest manner about the catacombs of Rome. There was no subject more interesting and more full of instruction, especially as bearing upon the history of the Christian Church. It was the second chapter in ecclesiastical history, taking the Acts of the Apostles to be the first; or as external evidence of Christianity he would say the catacombs of Rome opened the first chapter, and had also a very important bearing upon the internal evidence. Having- explained that the word "catacombs" signified underground ex- cavations, Mr Jenkins went on to speak of the literature of the catacombs, which was very ex. tensive, especially in Italian, French, and German but in English very meagre. He knew of only one work in English on the subject—that of Dr Maitland, published oo years ago. All their knowledge concerning" the catacombs they owed to learned Catholic priests and learned Catholic archccologists and ht; felt compelled to admit that they had dealt with the subject very fairly and honestly, although, owing to the prejudice which was the effect of early education, they had been led to draw inferences which were wrong and misleading. He then spoke of the origin of the catacombs and remarked that they were onlv to be found in tne neighbourhood of ancient large cities. What were supposed to be catacombs were to be found in Italy, tlm south of Naples, the Greek Isles, &c., but they all sank into itliguiti cance as compared with the catacombs of Rome. Their origin was traced back to the first three (Centuries of Christianity. He then procoeclel to give a description of the inscriptions, being ae aided by a series of large-sized facsimiles. We will not attempt a report of Mr Jenkins's treatment of this part of the subject, which was exceedingly in teresting, his explanations of the writings engraved on the tombs being listened to with rapt attention. Raferring to their extent he stated that the cata c )mbs reached from Rome down towards the river Tigrus some 15 or 20 miles in one direction, and 10 miles in another—Rome was literally honey- combed, perforated through and i ingh with them. Speaking of the inscriptions o^'the tombs of the Christians, he remarked upon the terms made use of, which were beautiful beyond con- ception— there was no truth the early Christians believed in more firmly than that of the resur- rection of the dead. The term déjJositrts in pave he remarked upon especially. He then referred to some of the uses to which the catacombs had beeu employed, such as p1 3cs of refuge and security in times of persecutio In a humorous and attractive manner he explained the use of the monograms, the drawings of tools, &c., which were to be found on many of the most ancient tombs. This brief, imperfect outline will give our readers some idea of the really beautiful and highly interesting lecture delivered by Mr Jenkins. He avoided controversial questions altogether, but concluded with quoting the testimony of Dr Maitland, who stated that after minuately examining about 3,000 inscriptions in the cata- combs of Rome, he had not fouud upon any of those which belonged to the earlier centuries of Christian- ity any trace, not a siugle proof favourable to the doctrine of Manoralty, tne invocation if the mass (as they understood it now) transub- j stantiation nor the celibacy of the clergy—lie' meant the forced celibacy of the clergy (laughter.) After some humorous remarks on hi. last JIIentio"e.i question, the speaker concluded amid loud ap- plause. On the motion of Mr Asher, seconded by Mr W. Reynolds, a very hearty vote of thanks was passe t to the chairman and the lecturer, which, being acknowledged, terminated the meeting.
THE L 0 (i A N
THE L 0 (i A N TEA PARTY AND JLERTURE'—On Tuesday about 140 members of the Blue Ribbon Army in this district were entertained to tea iu the Presbyterian Chapel Schoolroom, the ladies being Miss Foulkes, Glanrafon Miss Williams, Bryn Mys, Lewis, I5erthcui-;am; Mrs Davies, Trelog-.m Misses Jones, Trelogau Farm Mass Lizzie Davies, Berth cngam; Mrs Davies, Bertbeugam and Mrs Simon, Ber then gam. Each of the children received an orange after tea, the fruit being presented by the friends of the movement. In the evening the chapel was filled with an attentive audience, when a lecture on Travels in Canaan was delivered bv E. Lewis, Esq., of Mostyn. Councillor Urias Bromley (Chester), presided. The lecture was most interesting, and for over two hours Mr Lewis engaged the undivided attention of his hearers in graphically describing his tour in the Holy Laud. During the evening several pieces weie sung by the Trelogau Glee Party, under the leadership of Mr Ishmael Jones, Moss Cottage. The usual votes of thanks terminated the meeting. The proceeds of the lecture will be given in aid of the funds of the children's clothing club.
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Whilst freely giving expression to illo opinions of oav cor- respondents Oil all suli.H-c's of puMu- nilei-eM. we wi-it dis- tinctly to state thaf wv >i'» not in -'i-il v any o theli1. luul Hrc ihert(->iv in no w;ty rv^vtini"? for '.eny stat.'nl':1Jt made.
THE FOOTBALL MATCH ON THANKS-GIVING…
THE FOOTBALL MATCH ON THANKS- GIVING DAY. To the Edit. the RIIYL AnvisKTisnit. Sin.—The difficulty has been solved at last "A Man in Earnest" turns out to be John Jones, Morfa Bach, Vale road. I could hardly believe he was capable of denouncing a fellow-townsman as pos- sessing the qualities of the Irish Invincible., les, it is quite true that the discussion has assumed a corrupt char;) cter—having olely and elltirely accrued from the ill-feeling introduced thereto by John Jones. In deference to the express wish of my friends I decline to discuss this question iu a public meeting, as the acceptance of the challenge would be impracticable and extremely injudicious, fhoutrh, indeed, pers onally nothing; would afford me greater deli irhtj than tojeross swords with J.J. I give the fol- lowing reasonafor declining to submit the subject in question to the consideration and decision of a pub- lic meeting (1) It is apprehended that undue pressure would be brought to bear upon the Dis- senters of Rhyl by the authorities of their respective Chapels to attend the meeting en manse, thereby constituting it an ex-parte tribunal (2) That thei sentiments expressed by myself and friends on the one hand, and by J. J. and Co. on the other wuuld in all probability provoke an unseemly exhibition of feeling on the part of our several partisans. (3) That the tone of J. J.'s letters, and the spirit displayed thereby, have created such an universal disgust, es- pecially amongst the football fraternity, that my friends have good reason to believe that the pro- ceedings would be uproarious and disorderly, and hence would be a reproach to all concerned. (4) That the game is net worth the candle. However, I am very willing that the matter should be discussed by the Parliamentary Debating Society in connection with the Y.M.C.A., and though I am not a member thereof, and believe that it comprises very few football players indeed, still, I have, and am sure J. J. has, full confidence in the composition of the society, and am of opinion that the subject would be legitimately,'comprehensively, and rationally discussed. If J. J. is agreeable to this course, and will comnvauioafc with me to that effect, I shall make a respectful request to the society to be good enough to discuss the question and di- vide the house thereon.—I am. sir, your's faithfully, W. H. ROBERTS. ♦
"A WELSH NON-CON " AS A BULLY.…
"A WELSH NON-CON AS A BULLY. To the Editor of the R-HYI, ADVERTISER. SIR,—I read the letter of a Welsh Non-Con in your last issue, and in which he shewed himself to be a most unworthy sort of a person, one of those who like to spend their time in criticising and minding other people's sayings and doings,instead of being about their Master's work"; what you may call" a man about town." He charges the Rev. D. Burford Hooke with advocating the game of football, which is a most false and reckless charge on his part, and one which he ought to withdraw. What Mr Hooke said was'" that the glory of young men was in their steength," and he went on to show the spiritual and physical strength; that a-3 to the physical strength, young men exercised and displayed it in games such as cricket and other games, or in gymnastics. He did not tell the young men that football was an essential game, nor did lie, in fact,say anything in its favour, he only mentioned it as coming within the category of games. Is this, advocating? I think it advisable for "Welsh Non-Con" to search in the dictionary for the meiningof that word. Then be goes (on to ai-- I I believe Mr Hooke has not a friendly feeling towards the Welsh. aud I am told that this is the reason he is now trying to civilize a'id Christianize the Welsh heathen," a most reckless j statement that ever was sent to the press surely if that was the case Mr Hooke would never have come amongst such friends, especially when he had to sacrifice what he has done to eomo to Rhy], and even supposing thy Weill people were no friends of his lie seems to "luve his enemies," a thing which a person who comes forward and puts for hi name" A Welsh Non- Con," .-Valid 1. n11 means do but still that name may not be gcrmine, it may be a wolf iu sheep's clothing." Then again in his "belief" lie gave some mysterious reason for • Mr Hooke's ministry, and in trying to do so he is giving credit to Mr Hooke fur doing his duty. Now in conclusion, Mr Editor, I should adviso Welsh Non-Con" not to be ha-ty iu rashing to the press to shew his own folly, but "to da unto others as he would th it others should do unto him"-I ana, your's truly, J. R. --+--
THE ROWLAND HILL BENEVOLENT…
THE ROWLAND HILL BENEVOLENT FUND. To the Editor of the RHYL ADVERTISKE. Sra,-I desire, with your kind permission, to make a very special and earnest appeal to the public on behalf of the Rowland Hill Benevolent Fund, of which I am a trustee, and which has for its object the relief and assistance of Post Office employes distressed from poverty, age civ infirmity, and of their wilowsantl orphans throughout the United Kingdom. When it is remembered that the number of persons emploved in the Post Office is over 53,000. and that cases of distress are very frequent and pressing, the absolute need of some such organisation as this becomes apparent It is not for a moment suggested that the remuneration given to Post-Office employes is less liberal than it should be. but what I venture to urge is that the necossaay and unavoidable con- ditions of the Service bring about, in many instances, distress aud hardships which, though unable to be alleviated by a public department, spmuing public money, might well and very appropriately be dealt with through the charitable and compassionate aid of the trading cotl-niullity, and of private donors throughout the country. I may mention incidentally that while such of the I employes of the Post Office as have served over years are entitled to a, pension oil retirement, proportionate to the length of their service, per-, as who have been less than I (I years in the department, and who through illness or other causes arc obliged to give up their situations, receive nothing; k the peit- but it, small gratuity. Iu the cas" ot the pen- j siouers' the grant absolutely ceases on the death "f the individual, and it is in no case continued to his widow or orphans. It is obvious, therefore, that in such a state of things very wide scope is afforded to public benevolence to dealf with the numbers of instances in which incapacitated Post- Office servants and their families, and the widows and orphans of former employes, are involved in great destitution and distress I venture to think that owing to the peculiar conditions incident to the tlaily work of most of the sjrvants of the Post Office, their exposure to inclcvnent weather and consequent tendency to couti act dangerous ailments, they have a special claim upon the sympathy of the public. Again, the very fact of employment in postal Work be- tokens that the employes are persons of excep. tionally high character and honesty, and fit to be entrusted with the delivery of those important communications so indispensable to the conduct of trade and commerce throughout the country, and to the requirements of family and public life. The Rowland Hill Benevolent Fund has hitherto been so mo lestly conducted that perhaps its very existence, and, certainly, its needs and merits, have not come prominently before the charitable public. Its annual income is only about £ 570, and the donations 'ast year amounted to From J these sources temporary help was rendered to 71 applicants during the 12 months, but tlte small amount at the disposal of the trustees un- fortunately precluded them from dealing ad- equately with many distressing cases brought to their knowledge. It is almost impossible to discuss any question bearing on the Post-Office Department, especially in reference to the welfare of its officers, without recurring to the great loss recently sustained by that department by the death of the late lamented Postmaster-General The trustees of the Rowland Hill Fund have, therefore, resolved to associate his honoured memory with its object by setting apart a limited portion of it-to be called "The Fawcett Memorial l'uijd "f(-)r the benefit of those em- ployes or their widows or orphans who may be afflicted with blindness. In all these Cit-C LID I hive thought it right to open a special fund at the Mansion House, to enable the public to contribute to this very deserving charity; and I earnestly commend it to the attention and ;ympathv of the country.— right to open a special fund at the Mansion House, to enable the public to contribute to this very deserving charity; and I earnestly commend it to the attention and ;ympathv of the country.— 1 am, Sir, your obedient Movant GiMi.oh S. NorrA<ii £ Lord Mayor. The Mansion House, London, Dee. ;J. The Mansion House, LUl1o.luu, Dee. ;J.
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Captain E. li. Verney. K.N., RLianfa, near Bangor, has forwarded to the secretary of the University College of North Wales, the sum of £ 170, in addition to a subscription or £ '80 I previously given by him,.
1AN EXPLANATION !
AN EXPLANATION YESTKRBAY, at the Borough court before J. H. Jones, and E. T. Jones. Egqs., John Roberts, Geinas, Bodfari, failed to appear to auswcr a charge of clrunkeness, committed at Denbigh on Thursday week-the day on which he attacked some members of the press at the St. Asaph Board of Guardians. Fined in his absence, 5s. and costs.
AN IKTERESTIXG ENTERTAINMENT.
AN IKTERESTIXG ENTERTAINMENT. A miscellaneous eutertaiument of a most inter- esting character, organized by the teachers and scholars of the English Wesleyan Sunday School, was held in the schoolroom, on Thursday even- ing. The platform was nicely arranged with drapery and flowers, giving it a most pleasing appearance. Captain Groucutt presided, and in the course of his remarks said that the proceeds of the meeting would be devoted to the organ fund. and he added that the organ was one of the finest instruments of its kind in Wales, and Mr Fielding, the organist,who gave his services gratuitou.-ly,was one of the most proficient players iu the kingdom (applause.) He (the chairman) congratulated the Rhyl English Wesleyans upon having such an instrument, and such an organist. The programme was then proceeded with as follows — Hymn prayer, Rev. W. Foster; adJress, Chairman; pianoforte solo. Miss Lizzie William^ song, The mill wheel," Mr H. Mudd; duett, "The Christian Martyr," Misses Amos and Nicholls, (encored) reading, "The Lifeboat," Miss Rice; part song, '•Mayday," Glee Party; dialogue, "Caught at last," Mrs Cook, Mrs Lashford, Miss L. Amos. Miss Pringle, Mr Cook, Mr Trallis. Mr T. Snowuen, Mr J. Williams; song, "Hark, the Sabbath bells are pealing," Miss Gunner; song, Olivia," Miss H. Oglesbv; song, "The Englishman," Mr H. Mudd s lo and chorus, Now pray we for our roantry," Mr H. Mudd and choir; God save the Queen. We understand that this was the fir" t of a series of entertainments intended to be held in the same place which will be similar in character to those held two winters ago, and which were then so much appreciated. For this inaugural meeting Miss H of Queeu street, worked most assiduously to make it a success, and her labours were awarded by a full attendance, and a very successful and pleas- ant meeting in every respect. It need hardly be stated that each of the per- formers executed their parts most creditably. The dialogue was, of course, the chief feature of the evening, and the performance of it was faultless. At the conclusion Air. James Taylor proposed that the; best thanks of the meeting be presented to tha chairman and the performers. All of them had discharged their parts very well, so that it was unnecessary foi him to make distinotioLs. How- ever, he would mention Miss Hughes, who had so ably presided at the harmonium, and Mr. Mudd, under whose training the Sunday school choir had attained a high perfection. As to the chairman, no words of his were needed to recommend the vote of thanks to him. Each and all had done their parts exceeding well, and richly deserved the thanks of the meeting Mr. Hazlehurst, in seconding the motion, said he endorsed every word that Mr. Taylor had said.—The motion was put to the meet- ing by the Rev. W. Foster, B.A., and carried with heartiness. The Chairman and Mr. Mudd having briefly acknowledged the vote of thanks, the meet- ing was brought to a close by singing the National Anthem.
RHYL COVSTY COURT.
RHYL COVSTY COURT. Y ESIERDAY.-Before Horatio Lloyd, Esq., Judge, and Oliver George, Esq., Registrar. Number of ordinary cases entered, 90 6 adjourned cases, and 5 judgement sum- mnnses. Mr George having disposed of the unde- fended cases, His Honour proceeded to hear the judgement summonses. A TRANSACTION IN SCRAPS." James Fielding, .dhyl v. Robert Hughes, PateLt Brick Works, Rhyl.-This was a case adjourned from the St Asaph court to enable the plaintiff to produce a witness.-Plain tiff was not represented by a solicitor, but Mr Alun Lloyd defended.—In opening his case, plaintiff said he had a witness to the tran& action and as he had said one thing, and defendant another, 'he asked that the case might ba adjourned to enable him to I produce his witness. Had he a lawyer he would not have divulged the name of his witness, but he did so, and when he went to see his man, his opponent had been before him and secured him daughter ) The aztion was brought to recover 22 7a., value of 3 wrought iron rails and a pump shafting.. Defendant bought some scrap iron at 2s per; statute cwt., and defendant tok the above: articles, though they were not included among the iron sola- The shaft was an important part of a. machine, and the taking of it away made the machine useless.—The defence was a toiil denial to the plaintiff's statement, and defendant swore that the plaintiff accepted £1 in settlement of the account. Defendant also denied ever having received letters from the plaintiff, one saying he was surprised that the shafts were taken, and another expressing surprise that they were not re- turned. Mr Fielding Do you say that of your own knowledge such letbers were not received at your office ? Mr Hugbes You never sent them. His Honon: Do not answer off hand, Mr Hughes, for this involves a very serioos im- putation. If those letters were not written, continued his Honour,then Mr Fielding must have fabricated the copies for the purpose of this action. He could scarcely believe that was so, but if this was an attempt at fraud, it was the best be had ever witnessed. The paper was old, and the ink was old, and ap- peared to be genuine. It was too serious an imputation to make simply on memory. Mr Hughes said he did not remember re- ceiving the letters. His Honour That is a very proper answer. .r ^i^ding said that Mr Hughes had been iii, and was often not at the office for several days, and his clerk might not have handed the letters to Mr Hughes. After hearing both sides, his Honour said a very serious imputation had been made, and he thought without warrant. He might be wrong, but he had had a little experience in handwriting. He did not doubt the honesty of Mr Hughes, but his memory, like every one else's might fail him. Mr Hughes might be strongly under the impression he had not received the letters, but that the copies put in were written about the time of the transaction, he had no doubt. The articles were not scrans, and the invoice clearly shewed that scraps only were sold. Mr Hughes But I bought the whole as they stood, sir. Verdict for the plaintiff with court fees. THE GROCER'S PAPS-BOOK. Dinah Parry, grocer, Vale road, sued Joseph Hughes, for ib balance alleged to her one for goods mpplied-During the hearing it transpired that defendant left off dealing at plaintiff's shop leaving a balance of £ 0 8s 9d. Ice dealings were resumed again and the plaintiff contended that a new debt of £ 1 (is. Id. was contracted.— This defendant den; ed, saying that cash payments were made weekly.—A pass book was produced written np showing a debt of £5 8s. 9d. and ;C-i 0i. paid on account but plaintiff's ledger showed a balance of £ 9 14sl0d with £ 4 Os oi paid on account.—Mr Davies explained that the pass book was rot brought always, and at the request of defendant's wife, some of the cash payments went towards the old debt,but entered in the pass book.-His Honour said the pass book must be a duplicate of the ledger or it is of no use. He strongly condemned the frequent practice of making one account in the customers' pass book and a totally different one in the ledger. It was done every day of the week.—It was at last decided that the advocates should go through the accounts. Mr Davies for plaintiff, and Mr Bell for defendant. KEVIETR OF TAXATION. Moses Satnuels applied to the court to review the costs of an action in which he was defen- dant, and heard at St, Asaph.—His Honourl reduced the costs by 12s, Gi. OVEN DOORS ON THE RIMBLE. Mr James Fielding, sued Thomas Lewis, j bricklayer. Church street, for £1 10s. Od. value of oven doors, removed from Ty New ydd farm.—Plaintiff said be found the art: r. at the Alexandra, and defendant removedtl a from Ty Newyad without his knowledge Defendant said he saw nothing of the arth :s since they were used in the voianteer enca n ment until the 9th of last month, whene went on receipt of summons to Ty Newy and found tbe articles were in the house.— J 3 denied ever moving them.— Tne case V113 adjourned until the next court, to enable plaintiff to see if the goods were really where defendant said he saw them. LXTENHES INCURRED IN COURTING. David Davies, MiDffordc Llanddnlas, sued by Abel Jones, Red Lion, Abergele, tor 13" 2d alleged to be due for board and lodgings during the time he went to see and court his present wife. All the drink he had was ginger beer, for he was a teetotaller. The wife appeared and said her husband was drunk for 15 months before he married, and he this money was ah for beer. The Judge said the wife could not say whether it was for food or beer. The wife I can say he was drunk every time he came to see me. His Honour He was not so drunk that he did not know what he was about ? Toe wife: He often could not go home, sir"; and I took him to my grandmother to eat and sleep. His Honour remarkad that it was one of those little episodes, (laughter) and it ended very happily for all of them—The husband was a total abstainer now, and they had better pay.—Verdict for the plaintiff with C08t8. THE TASS BOCK AGAIN.—ALTERED FIGURES. Thomas H. Jones, Grocer, Llanddulas, sued William Williams, of the same place for £2 Is 4d for goods supplied.—The books were produeed and the passbook showed that some one had added £1 as paid to it. The Judge in giving verdict for the plaintiff, for the amount claimed said if he could find out who made the alteration, he would take steps to punish him. A SHILLINGS WORTH OF STRAW. Alfred Harris, High-street, sued Thomas Ellis, carrier, for 2s for a crate of straw, and 6d interest.—Defendant said the straw wa> given to him by plaintiff, but when the summons was served upon him he paid la into court, it was as much.as the straw was worth Y erdict for the defendant without costs.
ST. ASAPH DEBATING SOCIETY.
ST. ASAPH DEBATING SOCIETY. A very pleasant evening was spent by the members of this society on Wednesday, 26tb, when the Venerable Archdeacon Ffoulkes, gave an interesting and instructive account of a tour in the South of France. The Rer. gentleman started from London—(strong! > advising all intending tourists to pur- chase one of Mr. Cooke's travelling tickets, by which they would be saved a great deal of trouble, and expense), and after allud- ing to the unpleasantness of the luggage searching he described the scenery of Central France as uninteresting in the extreme, with- out our noble trees and pleasant country houses and parks—the trees there being everv year stripped of their branches which were used as firewood, and were left only like bare poles. Women were seen in the fields work- ing as hard as the men, and flocks of sheep3 and goats, sheep on the one side goats on the other side of their shepherd. On nearing the shores of the beautiful Mediterranean, tb- scenery became more lovely in some places Ion the coast resembling our own coast fronj Rhyl to Carnarvon. There was a profusion of wild flowers, boxes of which were often sen to all parts of England, and as a lady told hini even as far as Wales The Venerable Arch- deacon rapidly took his hearers to Avigion— one time the residence of the Popes, to —where a council of the church was held, t Monte Carlo—the last of the legalised gamb- ling Saloons he also desoribed the beautiful situation of the Palace of the Prince of Mon- aco and amusingly commented on the bill of fare at the different hotels, particularly draw- ing the attention of his hearers to a quality of the ros big which he could only suppose appeared on the table as our national joint a.fter first performing the duty of soup-malter. The Carnival and the battle of Stowera were spoken of and the reading of a letter vividly detailing the various beautiful though some- times fantastic dresses caused much amuse- ment. One note-worthy fact might teach us a lesson the every-day-open church, and the habits of the people of entering therein and worshipping at all times and seasons. The rev. gentleman had had no opportunity of intimately studying the habits of the peasan. try but he could assert that they were ex- tremely thrifty, and had they the wage of our own workmen would consider them- selves very rich. Mr Davies fully endorsed all the Ven. Arch- deacon had said, especially the warnings and advice about luggage. It was the greatest trouble and bother and he would certainly advice any intending traveller to place all immediate necesaries in a Gladstone Bag, and the heaver luggage could then be left buraux He had several times passed over the contin- ent which had just been described. He had gazed on the beauteous scenery of the South of France, on the blue waves of the Mediterr- anean, and sunlit coast of France. Such scenery liyeB in & man's memory, and the remembrance of it is an ever fresh delight. He had been much struck by the absence of religious feeling which he had observed in France. The upper and middle classes of society particularly were irreligious, and did not seem to appreciate the daily practical us of religion, tho' the churches were open, and any one WAS at liberty to go in and pray, ye the tone of the people of these classes wa not religious. It was only in the lowest or peasant class that a devotional feeling couid be detected. The usual votes of thanks to the president and the Ven. Archdeacon, which were carried with acclamation, brought the meeting to a close.
CAERWYS.
CAERWYS. A. SHOOTING PAKTY.—On Saturday last. M: Williams, Glasfryn, and a party of gentlemen 8h,. over the Drefaeth cover, a small wood on tfl Caerwys Hail Estate. The weather was very uu favourable for sport, and considering that no bird were reared in the covert, a capital bag wa obtained, consisting of ö-l pheasants, one partridge, eight woodcocks, and 56 rabbits—a total whu [ does credit to the work of the gamekeeper. M 1111am Rushforlh. Duriug" the dav several fox* were seen in the wood, which is règularly hunk by the Flint and Denbigh Fox Hounds.
'FFFNNONGROEW.
FFFNNONGROEW. GIFTS TO THE POOE-—We are informed that Mr Storey, of Downing Hall, made a liberal distribu tion tu the poor of place on Satardav last, the Mission Room, Ffvnnongroew, Mrs and Lancaster kindly aiding in the laudable work. there were about 2 ■) persons to receive the gifn- receipient had thres yards of flannel, and hah a pound of tea to take home, and a tea provided fo; the occasion. We may here mention that lady Mostyn giv-38 soup to the poor every Tuesday aft. noon, ani, we are given to understand that her ladyship intends to make a distribution of flannel.
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THE WATER COMPANY AND THEIR ACCOUNTS. To the Editor of the RHYL ADVERTISER. | Sin,—Can any of your readers inform me whether the Water Company can enforce payment of their accounts for the intermittent, and in some eases I no supply of water these last few months r I am told the Company have grt. atly weakened their claim to fall payment by supplying places out of the dis- trict prescribed by their special ;"■ • t. It W011i,1 be well if there was a combination of water consumers formed, and have a test <-ise tried. be, glad to contribute my mite towards the expenses. It is to be hoped no one will pay until au official dc- cision has been given.—Your's truly, A. W. «
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j" RHYL- LERTURE BY THE REV. IIUGTI SLOWELL BFOW); —On Monday evening, the above named pop- ular lecturer an.d preacher, delivered a lecture n Dangerous Classes" to a large audience in the English Baptise chapel, Sussex street. S. Perks, Esq., presided, and in opening the proceedings., said it would be s ape' fin an- for him to say anything by way of iutroducing tbe rev. lecturer to the audience. They were all pleased to see him amongst them once more, as they had all derived great pleasure ana in struction from previous lectures which had been delivered by him in Rhyl from time to time.—The Rev. H. Stowell Brown, on rising to deliver his lecture received a cordial greet- ing. Iu his opening remarks be stated that toey were accustomed to apply tbe term dangerous classes" to thieves, burglars, garottors, corner men, &c., but there were other dangerous classes, and even more dangerous than the classes he had mentioned because their true character was not so ob- vious. he proceeded to specify and to describe and to warn his audience against. Amongst these he mentioned dangerous trades- men, card-sharpers, jerry builders, quack doctors, demagogues, writers of bad books, slanderers, flatterers, &c., &c-, &c. The var- ious classes which came under his notice were described in horaely, plain, yet forcible lan- guage and the lecture was listened to with undivided attention, and frequently ap- plauded.—A hearty vote of thanks to the chairman and the lecturer terminated the proceedings, I, C" (RHYL) COMFAXY V.B.R W.F.—COMPANY ORDERS.—The following men are entitled to wear the servico star in accordance with par. of the Vol. Reg. 1884. as from the olst October, 1884. viz:—Corporal Shannon, Lance Corporal Jones, Sergeant Lloyd. Se geant Roberts. Private Li. Brown, Private 0. Wright, Private H. Wright, Col. Sergeant Gamlin, Private Chapman, Private Pimblett, Lance-corpoi ai Morris and Private Brings. These stars can be obtained on application to Sergeant Wallis and will be worn on the right arm above the efficiency badge. Private H. Wright is entitled to wenr.in accordance with ar. 881 of the above regulations, a badge to denote proficiency of firing, and such badge will be a rifle embroidered horizontally on ihe left arm immediately above the cuff of the sleeve. No other badge for class firing will be entitled to be worn by any man during the yeEr ending olst October, 188o. Rhyl, 1st December, 1884, POLICE COURT.—-On Saturday last, before W. Price Jones, JSsq., a woman who gave the name of Grace Jones, married, and hailing from Garthtrefor, Llangollen, waslcbarged, on the information of P.C. Taafe, with" solicit. ing iu High street, on the previous evening- Sue had been seen by the officer in company with a man, who afterwards com- pliinad to him that the woman followed him. The magistrate, deeming the evidence not altogether satisfactory, dismissed the case, but crdeiel the woman to leave the town at once, saying that if she was brought up again, she wouli be severely dealt with. NEW CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH.—At a meet ing of the committee held on Friday last it was res 1 vol to lay the memorial stones of the new church and lecture hall early iu the new year. It. is hoped the buildings will be com- pleted in time for tbe next summer season. Mean lime the services continue to be held in the Town llall. THE PLEASANT EVENINGS."—A good pro- gramme of music, speech, and song is an- nounced for the entertainment on Mond :y,over whi'b Dr. G-irdk'stune will preside. •' Bo ware of 'ho stones" is the title of tbe address. TIN: LATE REV. J OG\rE\" JONES.—At a monthly meeting of the Ualvinistic Methodist of blower Montgomery, held at Llanfaircaer eiiiim on Thursday and Friday, last week the Secretary read a letter from Mrs Ogweu Jones, acknowledging the receipt of a letter of condolence with her in her bereavement. Toe late Mr Jones was for many years an in fla ential member of the above mentioned monthly meeting. At the monthly meeting of the Flintshire Calvinistic Methodists a similar letter was read from Mr Jacob on behalf of his sister, Mrs Ogwen Jones. EXGLI.-II BAPTIST CHAPEL. SUSSEX SIREIT, RHYL.—A sale of fancy articles will be held on Wednesday and Thursday, DJC 17th, and 18tb, in the lecta>e hall a "joining the cknpel. Admission by ticket, which may be obtained from Mrs Foote. t, 'hvyd street Mrs SJinn, High strrot;: M r R ibbins, Market si re?' and Miss -Toson, Crosvetior terrace.— Advr. S ivr v.,ur Coal and keep your hearths clean by u>i7i-r th" improved Fuel Feonoaiker-. 1 aud 1 i c.'c' T iblv Lamps—jin. wick, 3 !in 1/i0,aud upwards to Rearing lamps. Cart- ridges filled on the mkes, 1U, per 1"0 cash.—A. SHMTIKLD. 170, Weiliugton road, Rhyl. — Advt. PARLIAMENTARY DEBATING CLASS.—The usual weekly meeting of the above class was held on Thursday evening at the rooms of the Y.M.U. Association. As might be expected, the strangers" gallery was crowded with ladies, anxious to hear the pro and eon on the question of legalizing marriage with a deceas- ed wife's sister. Qestions were answered by ministers, and notices of others given. As intimated above the chief attraction was the second reading of the bill for legalizing marriage with a deceased's wife's sister. In the absence of t,he hon. member having charge of the measure, the second reading was moved by the hon. member for Manchester (Mr. Rowland), who based his arguments on scriptural grounds. A seconder was found on the front bench of the Liberal side, in the person of Mr. Trehearn. Mr. Sandoe was the first hon. member, who ventured to oppose the bill. The Leader of Opposition also opposed the measure, who moved that the bill be read a second time this day six months. The Prem ier supported the bill, though considering he measure in advance of the times. Mr. Kent would vote for it if they came to a division that n'ght. The debate was continued by Messrs Frimston, Fred. Ainsworth, Joseph Wiliiams, and H. Millward, who spoke in favour of the measure; and by Messrs W Hughes, Rowland, and R. C. Jones against.— On the motion being pnt. the Speaker declared that, the "Noes" had it. His decision was challenged and on a division the ayes" were in a large majority.—The Leader of the House having obtained leave, brought in the bill for the redistribution of seats, which was read the fi-sfc time.—This bill is identical with that brought forward in another place,with the ex. ceotion of two clauses, one to abolish Univer- sitv Representation, and the other to exting- uish the office of the Remembrancer of tbe city of London, an offico which entitles the holder to sit in the house during debata to take notes, but not to take any part in the proceedings and to draw per annum-—Mr. Fred. Ainsworth gave notice that he would at the next meeting move that the time boa now come when the Spiritual Lords—the Bishops—should not be allowed to take part in debates or divisions of the House of Lords (applause).—Next week the House" will go into committees on the deceased wife's sister's bill, at the close of the orders for the day. CLWYD STREET LITERARY SOCIETY.—At the usual weekly meeting held on Monday last, in the schoolroom, Mr Daniel Evans presiding (in the absence of the president. Mr Jacob Jones)., several competitions took place. A prize was offered for a party of four that would best render the tune Heidelburg," (No. 128). Three parties came forward, yiz. Mr J. P. Evais and party, Mr J. Owen and party, and Mr Robert Ellis and party. The adjudicator (Mr Isaac Jones) awarded the prize to the last named party, who very kindly returned the prizj. For the b'st lec- ture on Water," the prizo was divided be- tween Mr R. Ü, Jones and Mr Thomas Dowell. OLher subjects were also competed for. AT a meeting of the Temperance Com- mittee—which was. adjourned from last week, held at the residence of Mr W. H. Bishop, on Wednesday evening. Mr W. Williams in the chair, it was resolved to hold a series of public temperance meetings—the fiist to be held iu j Soar Chapel, Vale road, at 7 ;)1). on Wednesday evening next. Addresses will be delivered in English and Welsh. An effort is being made to secure a room in the centre of the town for [ holding a series of meetings nightly. FLINTSHIRE CALVINISTIC m'ji.thly meeting of the Flintshire Ca.vinistie Methodists was held on Monday and Tu "day, at the Capol Maw.r Rh ;sllanetchrugog. There was a large r.uendauce of ministers una delegates. Public services were held on Monday eveninar and throughout Thursday, at which the Rev. J, Jenkins, M.A-, of Rhy], was one cf the preachers. THE RIVER DEE BRIDGE—During the past week a petition to the board of trade has been circulated in the town in favour of th" erec- tion of a bridge across the Dee, which will connect North Wales with the Cheshire coast and with largo manufacturing centres by con- jointly running with tbe proposed new Wirral Railway. Tbe cdau-e of the Act on which the petition is based, reads :—" The Bridge across the River Dee by this Act authorised, shall be so constructed by the company as to have a clear headway of fifteen feet above high water of ordinary hpi ing tides, and subject shall be constructed in all other details as the Bord of Trade shall previously ape prove, such approval to be signified in writing under the hand of the Secretary or Assistant Secretary of the Board of Trade, provided that the company shall submit plans and sec- tions of the proposed bridge." The terms of the petition set forth the importance of the projected railway to North Wales, and a number of persons have shewed their approval by signing it. DEATH Of CAXCX GIRDLESTONE.—The ReY. Canon Girdiestone, Senior Canon of Bristol C o.hedrai, and vicar of Olveston, died on Thursday at Catron's House. Bristol, in his eightieth year. The deceased, who was uncle to our esteemed townsman, Dr. W. T. Girdlo- It me (chairman of the Rbyl Improvement Commissioners), was born in London on Sept- d, ISOo, and was educated at Balliol College, Oxford, of which he was a scholar. lie grad- uated B.A in 1826, and M. A. in 1829 became vicar of Deane. Lancashire, in 18d0 canon- residentiary of Bristol in 185-1 vicar of St. Nicholas with Sr. Leonard's. Bris'ol. in 18o5; vicar of Wapiey, Gloucestershire, io 1858; vicar of Halberton, Devonshire, in and vicar of Olveston, near ijristol, in March. 1S72. Mr. Girdlestone was the author of a volume of sermons, Reflected truib," and many occasional sermons and pamphlets. From 18o7 he never ceased publicly and urgently to advocate the cause of the agricultural labourer. At a meeting of the British Asso- ciation at Norwich in 1868 he made the first suggestion of an Agricultural Labourers' Union and subsequently at London, at Exeter, Bristol,Bath, and other places, he read papers, and spoke on the same subject, at meetings of the British Association, the social Science Congress, and the Church Congress- Ho removed no fewer than 600 families from the badly-paid distriots of the West of Eng- land to the better paid districts of the North. CuEixiias CHEER TO THE POOE.—We are glad to understand that a movement is on foot to realise money by subscription with the object of givdug a dinner to the poor. Xo doubt the good promoters will be supported cheerfully by all phiiautrophists, remembering that we are all of the same fle-h and blood, and that the poor are entrusted to the care of their richer neighbours. We learn that a party of singers on Christmas eve will visit and sing seasonable music to the subscribers of the above cause.—C.
FOOTBALL NOTES.
FOOTBALL NOTES. BANGOR r RHYL. These teams mat lor the fourth time this "efison on the ground of the latter on Saturday last. The visitors mustered a strong team, but Rbyl, much to the disappointment of their friends, could only muster six of their 1itt team. It must be very annoying te, the cap!in 10 be disappointed time after time by his men not turning up for im- portant matches. Five of the second team having to do baftle for the fir-t: the second eleven were un- able to keep their fixture with the Bangor second. What was looked upon a< likely to be a one-sided game, and an easy win for the visitors, turned out quite the reverse, Rhyl having certainly the best of the play, in a very stubborn and somewhat ex- oitbig contest. The V;iLa),8 Ht t1lC COmmêllCUnent took Rhyl by surprise, and almost immediately scored an easy goal. On restarting the visitors playing with great dash, again pressed the home team, the backs making a very poor displav, but Wright managed to relieve by saving in capital style, a very swift and well judsred "shot. The home eleven after this beirau to pltv very well to- gether, Cripps, Whitley, aud Morgan d' ing excell- ent work and giving the forwards a chance. J. Yaughan was verr active on the right and having got the ball well up played tu Powell, who however missed a splendid eluiii.e by kicking over; as was aD-other soon after by the player. Powell's place is at half-bask, but t.lnough the forwards nor turning up he was the best available man fur the vacancy. Rhyl now pressed the visitors and had a corner and several shots in quick succession a shot by Lowe being marvellously well saved by Hersee. Ihe play became for a time psetty even, sharp attacks on either goal being alternatively made. but the goal keepers on both sides could not be beaten. J. Vaughan. Whitley and Morgan were very con- spicuous for Rhyl, and Jones at times tackling very cleverly D. Jones, Pattison and Roberts were doing all they knew for the visitors, by good pass- ing, clever dogging, and dribbling, and Willinan and J. T. Jones assisting them grandly. Some good shots on both sides were made, and particular- ly by Hughes for Rhyl. Just before half-rime, Stanley, who had been playing a very steady pass- ing game, missed a grand oppoituDitv by kicking over when witidn a foot or so from the bar. On resuming play Lowe rushed the ball up and centred well, but the attack ended in the ball going behind. Bangor soon after made a simi.ar attack upon the home goal and with a like result. Morgan having taken Powell's place on the wing socn got a chance a shot, and made a splendid attempt, Hersee with difficulty, saving. Corners now fell to both sides in succession, but nothing came of them. Rhyl now seemed bent on scoring and pressed the visitors hard, Hughes and Lowe playing with their usual dash, and outpacing all their opponents, and being very well assisted by Vaughan and Stanley. A combined attack by all the forwards at last proved successful, but only by Hughes payiug attention to the clever custodian of the visitors, at the time that Vaughan took an unerring shot. This tardy success was greatly cheered by the numerous spec- tators. The game from thi", to the end wa" pretty even aud fairly fast Rhyl having slightly the best of the play and the match remained drawn-0ne ifoal each. It is to be regretted that reporter o; ir-7he.s. who are not on the ground, should be by unscrupulous partisans, as appeared to have been the case with this match—a report appeared in tbe Liverpool Mercury" on Monday last, that both siaes scored two goals, and Bangor a third, but .it was not allowed. Recklessness or gross careless- ness of this description cannot fail to create bad feeling between clubs. The play of the two goal- keepers on Saturday were decided features in the game. Teams :—Bangor—g. al, Hersee backs, S Willinan and T. Williams; half-bjcks, J. S. Jones, M. Richards, and J. Williams right-wing. R. J. Roberts aud J. Williams; left-wing, B. Pattison and R. Williams centre, D. Jones. Rhyl —goal, C. Wright; basks, Cdbbs fh H. Willians; half-backs, Twiston Morgan (captain), Whitley and W. J. Jones right-wing, J. Vaughan a-rd J. Powell: left-wing, R. Hughes and J. Lowe; centre, H. E. Stanley. To-day the Rhyl first team have to meet Carnar- von at Carnarvon, in the seuond round of the Wales aud border counties challenge cup competition. I understand the Carnarvon team will be composed of the pick of the several clubs in the town. all uni- ted for tile purpose of making a good fight for the national trophy. Rhyl will have to play very well together, and with great determination, to succeed in winning the tic. I am strongly of opin- ion they can do it if they only play hard from the commencement, and pIty together and with a perfeet understanding amongst themselves before. hand as to what each man is expected to dJ. A great gate may safely be looked for at Carnarvon and doubtless, there will be a tolerable good num- her of supporters of our rOWIi club among the spectators. IN Tores.. GEOSVEXOES (2nd team v. (1st team).— -1 match was played on Saturday last, on the ground of the former, and alter a well contested game the Rovers proved the victors by 2 goals to nil. The following represented the Grosvenors — Goal, T. WhMey: bicks, W. Howard; and T. Jones; half-backs J. Evans, J. D. Asher, and J. Denïc; forwards, Pringle, J. Asher. E. Jones, A Matihews, G. Jones. Rover's tei'.u — Goal, G. Micki&wright; backs, J. LI Roberts, and R. D. j Oweus, half-backs, A. Williams, W. Lewis and J. Roberts forwards, J. Evans. E. Lee, J. Davies, B. Davies, D. Evans.
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machines, for a period of three years. With th.1t object in view, that the market hall committee b requested to draw out the terms uf the proposed letting, and of the notice iuvi iig t<n lera for tak- ing the market, &c., as aforesaid, from the 1st of May next, and submit the same for consideration and settlement by the Board." Mr Roberts said he would not detain the meeting long with this matter. He believed the resolution would be ap- proved by everyone in the Board. What he pro- posed to do was being done by the majority of other towns. It would save the board a great deal of trouble, by the market being left in the hands of one man, who would look after it well. Mr James Davies had great pleasure in second- ing the resolution. Mr Clews observed that if they adopted the resolution as it stood, they would be adopting the principle of letting the market, leaving only de- tails to be considered by the committee. He moved as an amendment that the whole matter be referred to the committee for report. Mr P. Mostyn Williams seconded the amend- ment. Mr Wm. Williams supported the amendment, and remarked that the market was now almost en- tirely deserted. The great majority of the stalls were at the present time empty. Only one but- cher's stall was occupied. He had satisfied him- self as to the reason of that, namely, that they were demanding such high rents. Such a state of things looked bad for a town like Rhyl, and was a great loss to the revenue. If it was let, he was quite willing to give it a trial; and he wou'd rather let the stalls for half the present rent if by that means they could bring back the trade to the market. Mr Keatinge said a statement ought to be pre- pared shewing the receipts and expenditure for the last three years, so that the committee could have something to guide them. The Town Clerk said he had such a statement in readiness. Mr R. D. Roberts said that it was his intention to have the matter referred to the committee. It was agreed to refer the whole subject to the market and town hall committee for their report. ADVERTISING ON THE PROMENADE WALL. Mr R. D. Roberts then moved the following resolution, of which he had also given notice: — That the Promenade Committee be authorized to let spaces along the promenade old wall for adver tisements at prices to be namod by the committee, subject to the approval of the board." In walking along the promenade, it bad struck him that the old wall would be a good place for advertising-by means of signs, &c., to be placed up according to a certain rule. He was sure the board would mpke j650 a year by it, and perhaps more. They might charge, say, 3s. per yard, and there was a length of about 400 yards available. He knew of several parties desirous of advertising, but of course the residents would have the first chance. He hoped the board would not refuse to receive money. He had known such offers being refused. Some people would not even have the rates paid fcr them (laughter). If they adopted this plan, it would be as good as ClOuO for the town. He hoped they would adopt the motion, and give Mwrog three cheers for bringing it forward (laughter) Mr James Davies peconded and remarked that Mr Roberts had taken a leaf out of his book (laughter). Mr Trehearn speaking from experience, doub ;ed that the plan would be a successful one. Mr Davies, he maintained, had taken a loaf out of his (Mr Trebearn',g) book (laughter). Mr Taylor facetiously remarked upon the good feeling which prevailed in the meeting that morn- ing, and congratulated the board upon the approved tone of the debates. Perhaps the approaching election had something to do with it (laughter). Mr Wm. Williams, as a resident on the parade, was sorry to oppose the motion. When Mr James Davies made a similar motion some time back, he (Mr Williams) strongly opposed it; and the major- ity of the board had then decided agaiust it. He admitted that the promenade would be a prominent place for advertisements, but he maintained the promenade would be disfigured by it. With the exception of a board advertising the Winter Wardens and one or two other things, no such advertisements had been allowed on the promenade, and they ought not to allow the best and most respectable part of the town to bo disfigured by such things. They ought rather to do their utino t to beautify the promenade. They had no guarantee what sort of advertisements would be placed there he had seen some disgraceful in language and in form. He would even go so far as to remove the bathing vans—although they were the neatest he had ever seen in any watering place—if it were possible. Advertising mediums were not scarce in the town. They could have three or four columns in the newspapei s, and at a cheap rate too, and there were plenty of open spaces in the town, without making use of the promenade Mr Keatinge remarked that no guarantee was given that the advertising boards would not be projecting above the height of the wall. He would object to that most. strongly. If that was allowed they would be buying their little profit very dear. Mr John Roberts remarked that when the same thiug. was allowed some time ago, the boards were considoied a great nuisance, and the clerk very wisely sent a cart there and brought them all to the yard (laughter). Mr Berrington remarked that if the advertising: boards were kept below the coping of the wall, he thought they could make a t;100 out of them. Mr Humphreys thought the whole question was contained in a nutshell. The resolution distinctly stated subject to the approval of the Board." Therefore he could not see the use of discussing the matter. Mr P. Mostyn Williams could not accept Mr Humphrey's construction of the wording of the resolution. The resolution proposed to give the committee authority to let spaces, &c. and they should be very chary in adopting it. He proposed as an amendment that the matter be referred to the road and foreshore committee for their report. Mr Henry Parry seconded. Mr Frimston suggested that the opinions of the lesidents in the immediate neighbourhood should be canvassed on the question. He thought it must be a soro nuisance to the residents in M irket street, for instance, to have the advertising boards there always staring them in the face. Mr R. P. Roberts said it was only a split of words that made the difference—the amendment and the resolution amounted to the same thing exactly. Referring to Mr Wm. William's remarks he said he could not understand how that gentle- man saw nastiness about everything he must have a peculiar optic nerve. Mr Williams was going to remove everything. He (Mr Roberts) thought he was even going to take the sea away (laughter). The station and other public places v/eie decorated with advertisements. People who came to Rhyl wanted to know where they could find amusement; or a new suit of clothes, or Cockle's Pills (laughter), and by means of these advertisements they would be supplied with the information. Ultimately this matter was also referred to the committee for report. THE SMtTHT DISPUTE. A letter was read from Mr John Morris, proprie- tor of the smithy in Treforris, in which ho stated that he had been advised that the building was neither dangerous nor offensive and that therefore he considered the commissioners had no just cause of complaint. Mr Joseph Williams, who in company with Messrs Thomas Eli.s and William Williams and the Town Surveyor, had been deputed to visit the place, gave his opinion of the question. Mr Thomas Ellis said that Mr Morris at iiist did not show much incliuation to pay attention to what they had to say, but afterwards ho came round, and they pointed cut to him he had broker the byelaw, inasmuch as he had proceeded with the work without submitting plans of the alteratioa which had been carried out, and that he had alsa refused to stop the work after he h.d rei eiv d notice from the Town Surveyor. Mr W. Williams suggested to Mr Morris some little alteratiolls which could be done with little trouble and expense, and lie (Mr Ellis) left under the impression that Mr Morris had favourably received the suggestions thrown out with a view of settling] the dispute. He was very much snrviised to hear the letter from Mr MoriÍ, vh'ch had been read that morning. It vould be foi the board to decide what further steps should be taken. Mr W. Williams confirmed what Mr Ellis had slated. Mr Morris seemed to think that the commissioners were very hard upon him but they had tried to convince him that the board had taken the matter up in the mildest pes-ible way. At the time Mr Morris seemed quite willing to fall in with some ono or two alterations which had been suggested to him, which could be (lone at a. very trifling cost. He was afr.,id that Mr Morris was illadvised by somebody who would not in the end prove to be his best friend, and who were no friends of the Board either. The matter was a very serious one. A ratepayer had called the attention of the board t.' the dangerous character of the building', m;(; it any damage was done after that notice the bovrd would be held responsible As Mr Morris was obstinate in the matter, he (Mr Willu.nis) could not see what could be done bub to let the law take its course. Mr iL D. Roberts warned his colleagues not to venture into law it might prove another slaagbter- hou e case. Mr James Davies said the quest-ion was, whet-her they made hye-law.s to be observed, or simply to be violated. Mr Trehearn said he had seen Mr Morris since thj letter just read had been written; and thought he would come to tenus. -+- The Clerk, in reply to some remarks nvide. exp'ained that the que-ti"n was not; one of a new building, but of untiring alterations in a building without the consent of th, Commission°rs in writing*. Combustible materials 11.1 been used in the work. After some further conversation it was agreed that Mr Morris be informed that unless the sug- gested alterations in the building were carried out, the Board would be obliged to take legal proceed- ings. ERNEST AXD SI350N STREETS. A memorial was read from owners of property in the above streets, praying the Board to adopt the above streets with the crossings and footways, and to declare them public roads.—After considerable discussion in reference to the questions of the foot- ways, the memorial was referred to the road com- mittee to report upon to the Board.