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Lianrwst Urban District Council. Resignation of the Surveyor. The Town Hall Accounts. Drainage of the National Schools. Place of Meeting. THE monthly meeting of this authority was held at the Union Workhouse on Friday evening. There were present Messrs J. E. Humphreys (in the chair), D. J. Williams (vice-chairman), William Hughes, T. Marriott, J.P., H. J. W. Watling J.P., T. R. Jones, Edward Mills, J. Jenkins, Evan Evans, and David Jones, with the clerk (Mr Hugh Pierce), the deputy clerk (Mr R. R. Owen), the surveyor (Mr M. Roberts), and the sanitary inspector (Mr G. Wynne). Drainage of the National Schools. The Sanitary Committee submitted the fol- lowing report in reference to the drainage of the National Schools A letter was read from Mr Wilkins, stating that his terms for easement in allowing the Council to carry a sewer across his neld called Caeperson from a point near the National Schools to connect with the town sewer at the other end of the field would be £20. The Surveyor reported that he estimated the cost of laying down the sewer at 435- On the motion of Mr William Hughes, secon- ded by Mr T. R. Jones, it was resolved that the Council do not see their way clear to carry out the above works at present. The report was adopted. The Town Hall Cellar. The Inspector of Nuisances called attention to the insanitary state of the Town Hall cellar. It was resolved that the matter be attended to at once, and that the stallholders be request- ed to store their stalls at this place when not in use, in a more orderly manner. The Intake. The Sanitary Inspector also suggested the ad- visability of raising the dam at the Llanrwst intake pool above Trefriw, about 18 inches, for the purpose of increasing the pre5sure at Llan- rwst. It was decided that this work remain in abey- ance pending the decision of the Local Govern- ment Board as to the Council's application for a loan to carry out the works of extending the mains to Lake Crafnant. Messrs Shand and Mason's Claim. The Fire Brigade Committee reported that a letter had been received from Messrs Shand, Mason and Co., applying again for payment of the sum of £ 18 10s for repairs to the steam fire engine in April last. The committee recommended, on the motion of Mr Mills, seconded by Mr Watling-, that the clerk refer the writers to the Council's letter of the 13th August, and inform them that the Council had no further reply to make on the subject. The Chairman now read a further letter from Messrs Shand and Mason requesting the Coun- cil to make an immediate settlement to prevent any unpleasantness. Mr William Hughes said the question was one for an expert to settle. He had consulted several who ought to know about such things, and he thought the Council were justified in taking the present step. Mr David Jones pointed out that the matter had been dealt with already as far as the Coun- cil were concerned. They repudiated the claim altogether. The Chairman: Yes, of course. All we have to do is to adhere to our determination. Collector's Statement. The collector reported collecting a total of ^204 17s rod during, the month. This sum in- cluded an item of ZISI 5s 2d on account of general district rate. Resignation of the Surveyor. THE CHAIRMAN'S TRIBUTE. Mr Maurice Roberts, who for the past 30 years has superintended the road-work of the district, has been forced to resign his position as surveyor to the urban authority on account of a request made by the rural authority. The latter body are of opinion that the time has come when Mr Roberts should devote the whole of his services to the rural district, and they recently decided to make up to their surveyor the amount paid him by the Urban Council, on condition that he relinquished his connection with the latter authority. This, Mr Maurice Roberts pledged himself to So, and he now wrote resigning his position under the Urban District Council. In his let- ter he stated that it was with great regret he severed his connection with the local authority, he having occupied the position of surveyor in the urban district for 30 yearS-24 under the old Local Board, and six years under the Urban District Council. The Chairman thought he should say a few words upon that question. He was sure they all felt that during the period Mr Roberts had acted as their officer he had undoubtedly car- ried out his work in every way the Council wished. His services in the rural district had been such that the authority in whose charge it was had made more or less an appeal to him to sever himself from the Urban Council, but that was all the more reason why he should say they regretted the departure of Mr Roberts. Their surveyor had full experience of their main roads, and possibly, in an abstract manner of speaking, he was the greatest authority which they, as the Urban Council, could have to go before the County Council to ask for the recon- sideration of the question concerning their ex- ¡ penditure on their main roads. He (the speaker) felt quite sure Mr Roberts's experience would be of use in that direction, and he floped that Mr Roberts would always consider that tney looked to him for his support on the matter. He was very sorry to part with their surveyor. Mr Roberts' reports had always been reasonable and satisfactory, and he was sure the Council were very unwilling indeed to part with his ser- vices. In accepting Mr Roberts' resignation he thought the least they could do would be to express their regret at his departure, and he moved to that effect; further, that they accord- ed him their thanks for his past services, and also that the motion be recorded in the Council's minute-book. Mr David Jones seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously. | A Successor. MR G. WYNNE PROPOSED. The Chairman observed that as the question was not on the agenda they could not proceed with the appointment of a successor to Mr Maurice Roberts. Mr David Jones remarked that as they had no standing orders they could proceed if the Coun- cil desired. The Chairman: May I ask when Mr Roberts' notice expires? The Clerk: A month from to-night. The 12th December—the date of the next Council meeting. Mr D. J. Williams Are we bound to adver- tise in a case like this? Mr David Jones I don't think so. Proceed- ing, the speaker proposed the appointment of t Mr George Wynne, the Council's sanitary in- spector to the vacant position. The offices of surveyor and sanitary inspector were generally held by the same person in places similar to their own, but they had been in a somewhat awkward position before, else the matter would doubtless have been rectified. For instance, if they had occasion to bring an action under the Public Health Act, they had no officer such as was demanded by Act of Parliament in respect of whom they meant to sue. It was essen-ial that they had some alteration under the Public Health Act. He thought they should not wane time in appointing Mr Roberts's successor in order that the new man might become acquaint- ed with his duties before their surveyor left them. Mr Wynne had proved himself to be a very able officer, and, while fully appreciating the services of Mr Roberts, he (the speaker) thought Mr Roberts would be the first to agree with him that Mr Wynne would soon prove him- self an officer of the first rank as surveyor of highways. (Hear, hear.) He proposed that Mr Wynne be appointed on the same terms as those given to Mr Maurice Roberts. The Chairman said he felt a difficulty in pro- ceeding with the appointment that evening. Mr David Jones We have no standing or- ders. The Chairman That may be so, Mr Jones, but there is one member absent to-night—there may be two-and it is just possible that objec- tion might be made to the appointment of an official without his or their having a chance to attend. Mr David Jones: But I hold out we are not irregular, Mr Chairman. The Chairman: I think everybody should have notice of the appointment of an official. Mr David Jones: If you rule that that is so, Mr Chairman, —— The Chairman Yes, I do. Mr David Jones: Very well; then I give no- tice that I shall at the next Council meeting move the appointment of Mr George Wynne as surveyor in succession to Mr Maurice Roberts. The Chairman pointed out that as Air Roberts would be with them until the next Council meeting, they could lose nothing, while they would give everyone an opportunity to have a voice in the matter. Place of Meeting. In accordance with notice of motion, the Chairman moved that all future Council and committee meetings be held at the Union Work- house. He had no objection to attendin;g. com- mittee meetings in any other room, but he cer- tainly objected to the holding of adjourned or special Council meetings at the Town Hall. The speaker then went on to describe how he had on many occasions come up to the Workhouse when, as a matter of fact, he should have gone to the Town Hall, this entailing often a loss of half an hour's time. Moreover, when meetings were held at the Town Hall they could not con- sult any of the Council's books on any question, because they were not on the premises, and Mr Pierce could not be expected to be sufficiently all-knowing to anticipate what would be needed. Mr David Jones seconded the motion for the same reasons. Mr T. R. Jones was afraid the chairman was studying his own convenience. (Laughter.f He lived close to the workhouse. But he (the speaker) contended that, as the majority of the members of the Council were from the other end of the town, they should study the convenience of the majority. There were some of them who were tradespeople and who found a difficulty in leaving, their businesses. He moved that things remain as they were. Mr Watling seconded, and observed, amidst roars of laughter, that, if it came to a matter of convenience, should they consult the list of at- tendances at committee meetings, they would find that neither the Workhouse nor the Town Hall had much attraction for Mr David Jones. Mr Wm. Hughes supported the motion. On being eventually put to the meeting, the motion was defeated by six votes to four. The Town liaH Accounts. Mr O. Isgoed Jones, J.P., wrote in reference to the Town Hall accounts, enclosing a reply which he obtained from the bank concerning the cheque which he thought might have been paid in. He now enclosed a cheque for £6 17s for the amount.due from, him. The letter from the bank was to the effect that careful search had been made through the books, but no mention of such a cheque as that mentioned by Mr Isgoed Jones could be found. The Chairman observed that the negotiations between the late Mr Morris Davies and Mr Is- goed Jones had practically nothing to do with the Council. They were co-trustees, and their responsibilities were equal. Mr David Jones stated that all the Council asked for, were details of the account before they passed the payment to Mr Morris Davies of the sum of £15. He did not think they should punish the widow for a trouble of that kind, and he begged to move that the amount be paid to Mrs Morris Davies. The Chairman: But what about this £7 10s? Mr David Jones I think it is gone now. The Chairman Where? Mr David Jones That we can't trace. The Chairman proposed that they press for the balance of £ 7 ios. The money had been re- ceived by somebody—by one of the trustees, and the other trustees were equally liable. Mr W. Hughes seconded. On being put to the meeting, the motion was carried. The Chairman observed that he was sorry they were not unanimous. Mr David Jones I didn't vote because I think you will lose your action. Do you know they are only morally responsible. They were not trustees-not in a legal way. The Chairman I know more about it than you, perhaps, Mr Jones. A Tender. The Surveyor recommended the acceptance of the tender of Messrs Hughes and Burrows for the supply of road brushes for the use of scav- engers at 25s per dozen. This was adopted. The Education Bill. Letters were read from the president of the Board of Education and Mr J. Herbert Roberts, M.P., acknowledging receipt of the Council's resolution concerning the Education Bill.

Serious Gas Explosion at Prestatyn. Gasman Severely Burnt. ON Saturday afternoon, about five o'clock, fre- quenters of the Railway Hotel, Prestatyn, and bystanders in the vicinity, were startled to hear a loud report which seemed to emanate from the interior of the ^otel. From, enquiries made by our correspondent, it appears that Mr Fenton, the landlord, noticed a strong smell of gas in the parlour, a room leading off the lobby opposite the bar. Airs Fenton also noticed a pronounced smell of gas in the bedroom above, which seemed to come from under the floor. Mr Brightmere, a gas- fitter, happened to be in the house at the time, and, at the request of Mr Fenton, he tried to find the leak. He was in the act of pulling up the flooring boards in the bedroom, when by some means, quite unknown at present, the gas ignited. A sheet of flame burst out, followed by a loud explosion. The unfortunate gasman was severely burnt about the face. Some oil was applied to assuage the pain, and he went to Mr Lloyd Jones, the chemist, who covered the affected parts with lint. Dr Davies after- wards attended to the burns, which were very severe. I The force of the explosion shattered the par- lour ceiling in several places, but, with this ex- ception, no other damage was done. Mr Fenton, in reply to our representative's queries, said he could not explain how the gas ignited, because Brightmere had no light. As soon as the gasman detected the leak, he called out to him to turn the gas off at the meter. He did so, whereupon a loud explosion took place, and the room filled with light. On Sunday, Air Brightmere's face was very bad, erysipelas having set in, but he is reported to be progressing satisfactorily.

*— Literary and Competitive Meetings at Efail Uciiaf, Lianrwst. List of Competitions aad Prize-Winners. THE annual gatherings in connection with the Salem C.M. Chapel of the above place were held on Thursday afternoon and evening last, and were largely attended by friends in the surround- ing district. Mr R. K. Thomas, of Trefriw, conducted the afternoon meeting. Afternoon Meeting. The following were the results of the competi- tions: -Examination -of children (under 10) on "Mother's Gift:" 1, O. R. Owen, Ty Capel; 2, E. M. Jones, Goelas Fawr; 3, Katie Owen, Ty Capel. Reciting, hymn (under 10): 1, Ceridwen Jones, Goelas Fawr; 2, O. R. Owen, Ty Capel; 3, E. M. Jones, Goelas Fawr. Best writing from, memory of a sermon (under 15) I, Annie Jones, Post 'Office, Maenan; 2, Jennie Jones, Pare. Reading competition (under 10) 1, E. M. Jones, Goelas Fawr; 2, O. R. Owen, Ty Capel. Examination of children under 16 in the three first chapters of the Book of Kings 1, David Jones, Pare. Duet competition. "Mary Magdalene" (under 12): 1, Jennie Jones, Pare; 2, R. R. Owen. Examination (children under 13) in "The History of Christ:" I, Jennie Jones, Pare; 2, Jennie Jones, Goelas Fawr. Playing the tune "Sanctus" on the har- monium (under 15) 1, R. E. Jones, Post Office, Maenan. Reciting dialogue (under 13), "Mother' and Boy:" 1, O. R. Owen, Ty Capel; 2, Jennie Jones, Goelas Fawr. Examination in the first six chapters of the Book of Kings, for those under 21 years of age 1, Miss L. Parry, Ffrith Arw. Singing (under 12), "In the Sweet") 1, 0. R. Owen, Ty Capel; 2, Annie Jones, Voel Gadaerau. Spelling (under 15) i, Alary J. Gadaerau. Spelling (under 15): i, Alary J. Lewis, Pantllin Fawr. Harmonium solo com- petition, for those under 21 years of age I, Lizzie Parry, Ffrith Arw. Reading (under 13) r, Mary J. Lewis, Pantllin Alawr; 2, Jennie Jones, Pare. EveJing Meeting. The chapel was crowded to overflowing in the evening, when Mr Herbert Hughes, Tynycoed, presided. Mr R. J. Thomas again conducted, and the proceedings were opened with a hearty rendering of a favourite hymn. Air Hughes next delivered an appropriate address. ° The following are the results of the competi- tions Best walking-stick W. Edwards, Tyny- coed, Maenan. Composing a hymn: Prize divided between Air Abbey Williams, Bettwsy- coed, and Mr T. Herbert Hughes, Lianrwst. Soprano solo Miss Davies, Trefarth, Abergele. Pair of stockings (children under 14): i Jane Wynne, Maenan; 2, Maggie Jones, Rhiwdafna. Potato basket: W. Edwards, Tynycoed. The Salem choir was the only competitor for the anthem, and was awarded the prize. Mr Owen was the conductor. Essay for those under 21 years Miss Mary Davies, Voelas Cottage, Pen- trevoelas. Tenor solo, W. E. Ellis, Llanrwst. Best pound of butter: Miss Alary Hughes, Ynys, Llanddoget. Reciting: 1, Humphrey Morris' Nantyrhiw; 2, E. K. Jones, Salem. Answer- ing questions Evan Parry, Ffrith Arw. Making wooden spoons Owen Jones, Llano-er- mew. Baritone solo: Air David Ellis, L?an- rwst. Essay for girls Miss E. S. Jones, Feather Stores, Llanrwist. Choir competition, for the best rendering of the tune "Lymington." The Salem Choir was awarded the prize. Lines in Memoriam: Mr J. O. D. Jones, Nebo. Duet: 'Messrs Griffith Williams and Richard Williams, Talybont. Translating: Lizzie Parry, Ffrith Arw. Best pair of men's socks: 1, Mrs Owen, Chapel House; 2, Mrs Evans, Penybryn. Challenge solo for gold medal and 105 (given by the chairman) 1, Miss Davies, Trofarth, Abergele; 2, Air Hugh Owen, Capel Curig. Chief essay: Mr John Ellis, 11, Sun-street, Llan Festiniog. Selections on the grama- phone were given by the chairman. Messrs R. Roberts, Trefriw, and W. Williams, County School, Llanrwst, were the literary adju- dicators, Mr Pritchard, workmanship, and Air J. H. Roberts, Capel Seion organist, Llanrwst, music. Mr David Evans was the hon secre- tary, and Mr A. M. Jones, Lianrwst, the ac- companist.

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