The Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria

— Christmas Parcels. THE London and North Western Railway Company have made complete arrangements for the collec- tion, quick transit, and prompt delivery of Christmas parcels in all the principal towns on their system, and all parts of Wales, Scotland, and Ireland. Special through vans will he run on the principal 0 trains for the accommodation of the traffic, and additional delivery and collection services bv parcel vans and carts between the receiving offices and the railway stations will be in operation during the Christmas week. The reduced rates which are in operation are in no case higher than the rates by parcel post. As an extra precaution, a duplicate address label should be enclosed in each package so that the name of the consignee mav be ascer- tained in the event of the outside address becom- ing detached or defaced. Full particulars as to charges can be obtained at any of the company's stations and receiving offices.

—— The military training ground just acquired by the War Office in Roxburghshire extends to between 25,000 and 30,000 acres. Large per- manent barracks are to be erected.

Conway Board of Guardians. Mr. Rayne's Damper. The Clerk's Remuneration. A MONTHLY meeting1 of this Board was held at the Union Workhouse, on Friday. There were present: Alderman Hugh Owen (chairman), Mrs Colton, Messrs T. Abram, Owen Williams, Wil- liam Davies,, Richard Jones, W. F. Jones, Richard Williams, John Williams, Edward Thorp, R. Parry, Hulgh Hughes, G. O. Jones, J.P., J. W. Raynes, J.P., John Jones, Rogers Jones, Roger Dawson, with the Clerk (Mr T. E. Parry), and the usual officials. A Pensioned Pauper. In reference to a pauper named Kelly it trans- pired the man was in receipt of a Government pension. Alderman Hugh Hughes moved that the man be refused admission into the house on principle. Mr William, Davies observed that he noticed a question touching upon that point came be- fore Parliament recently, and, if he remem- bered rightly, it was to the effect that if the vVar Office were communicated with money expended in cases of that kind would be refunded. He would suggest that application be made to the War Office for the refunding of the money al- ready spent by the Board. It was eventually decided that Kelly be thrown upon his own resources, and that Mr Davies' suggestion be adopted. The Acoustics of the Boardroom. Mr John Jones remarked that in reference to the acoustics of their Board-room they might as well face the inevitable at once, and have the matter attended to. Despite the re-arrange- ments of 'the room there was no improvement; if anything, he was inclined to believe the con- ditions were worse. Mr T. Abram said Mr Farrington had suggested the purchase of curtains to suspend in different parts of the room. Mr John Jones And some material, such as canvas, for the top there. The Chairman, That was also suggested to Mr Farrington, but he seemed to think that would be too much like a washinlg-day sort of decora- tion. (Laughter.) Mr John Jones: We might as well be com- fortable, even though we were washing. (Re- newed laughter.) Mr Raynes jocularly suggested they might as well get something in the shape of a damper. The Chairman A damper? Mr Raynes Yes; so that we could not hear some people occasionally. (Loud laulghter.) The matter was eventually left in the hands, of a committee. An Offending Refuse Heap. Mr W. Davies called attention to the desira- bility of removing the refuse heap outside the workhouse walls. The question had been be- fore the Board previously, and he was given to understand that the Conway Corporation would be requested to remove it. However, he found that was not done, and he thought it was very unsatisfactory to receive such a reply from the Corporation as that which came to hand. Mr Thorp said the, suggestion made by the Corporation to the effect that refuse was thrown on the heap by the workhouse officials was a myth, and he moved that the Corporation be called upon to remove the nuisance, as they did not know how far-reaching' would be its effects. Alderman 'Hughes asked for the report made in regard to the nuisance, and also the letter re- ceived from the Corporation. He believed those would prove. the Board had not a leg to stand upon. The Chairman appealed for a more concilia- tory tone in the proceedings, and said it was desirable, in the interest of both authorities, that they should be on friendly terms. Alderman Hu'ghes concurred, and added that it was not by insinuating things against a public body that they would gain friends. There was plenty of dirt at the doors of other authorities, whose representatives were amongst them. The Chairman again expressed a hope that they could settle the matter amicably between the two authorities. Mr Wm Davies And we are all to die in the meantime. (Laughter.) If you don't have this heap of stuff removed I shall write- to the Local Government Board about it-so there you are. It was eventually decided, by the chairman's casting vote, to refer the matter back to com- mittee, Mr John. Jones remarking that if they discussed the nuisance any further it would be- come a regular nuisance. (Laughter.) Entertainment for the Snmates. On the recommendation of the House Com- mittee, permission was given to the Penmaen- mawr Christy Minstrels to give an entertainment to the workhouse inmates' on the 10th inst. The Clerk's Extra Duties. A special committee appointed to consider the question of officers' salaries, etc., submitted a printed tabulated form giving particulars of the different salaries paid to officers in the employ of the Board. The committee recommended the perusal of this document before deciding upon the application of the clerk for increased re- muneration for extra duties in connection with relief committees. There was a long wrangle on the question, and, in view of the fact that the whole matter affected did not amount to the value of two ten pound notes. There was a terrible lot of time wasted. It was eventually decided to allow Mr Parry an honorarium of ^15 per year for IdS' expenses. Christmas Dinners. On the motion of Mr T. Abram, it was decided to give the inmates of the house their annual Christmas dinner. Mr Abram also reminded the Board that last year there was a suggestion that the members' Christmas dinner be held in town instead of at the workhouse, as their time was so limited be- fore the Board meeting. Alderman Hughes said they were quite com- fortable at the house, and they had been well satisfied with all the dinners they had previously had. Mr John Jones suggested having the dinner after the meeting of the Board. Mr Thorp proposed holding it either in Con- way or at the Junction. It was eventually decided, however, that the dinner be held in the workhouse after the next Board meeting. A committee consisting of Messrs Abram, Thorp, Hugh Hughes, and J. W. Post were instructed to carry out the arrangements, and to make provision for an entertainment also.

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Mr Hugh Owen said that for his own part he did not want a solicitor at all, because he did not think he could help them, but as they had decided to engage one it was better to get a man from a distance. The other man (Mr Thornton Jones) came from a distance. Mr John Jones And the others are from v_ol- wyn Bay and Llandudno. He repeated his, question as to who mentioned Mr Foulkes Jones' name. Mr W. F. Jones said the names of Mr Foulkes Jones and several others were mentioned in the last Council meeting, and when the committee were appointed it was distinctly understood that they were at perfect liberty to appoint any-one. The remarks of Mr John Jones were totally un- fair. Whenever Mr Jones was not on a com- mittee there was always some fault with the work of that committee. If anything had happened after the committee, or if Mr Foulkes Jones had not acted properly, then there would be some reasons; for Mr Jones' observations, but, Under the circumstances, they were not fair. Mr Jones replied, repeating the reason why he ■did not attend the committee meetings. Mr W. F. Jones In future we must let Mr John Jones have his holiday before we summon on the committee ipeetings. Mr John Jones said Mr W. F. Jones was gener- ally very clever. He would aigain ask why the name of Mr Foulkes Jones had been given. Mr W. F. Jones Because we thought he was the best man. Mr Rogers Jones said he was in a very un- pleasant position, but he must say Mr Foulkes Jones knew as much about the Cowlyd works as Mr John Jones himself did. He was a native of Conway, and knew all about the works. A Personal Remark. Mr John Jones I don't doubt that at all, but I think it was a mistake for you to be on this committee. Mr Rogers, Jones You are always the same With your remarks. You do nothing but bully people and insult them. Mr John Jones (warmly) You have used your position as a public man for the benefit of your brother. 'Mr Rogers Jones And you are here to bully, and nothing else-, Mr W. F. Jones: The name of Mr Foulkes Jones was not mentioned in this room by Mr Rogersl Jones at first. The question was asked by one of the members to Mr Jones "I think you have a brother a solicitor," and it was like that the name came up. But Mr Rogers Jones never submitted the name of Mr Foulkes Jones. Mr Rogers Jones: As a matter of fact, I men- tioned the name of Mr Crabbe, Abergele, and I Proposed his name to Mr Hugh Owen. I think Mr Owen will tell you so. Mr Owen: Yes. The Chairman: I think we have had quite enough of this, gentlemen. Supposing we go on now. Mr Rogers Jones (looking in the direction of Mr John Jones) Not while you are here. The matter then dropped. The report from Mr Foulkes Jones was re- ferred to the committee dealing with the matter. Living Under Deplorable Conditions. The Sanitary Inspector reported that a House occupied by John Roberts, at Ffrwdycorn, Taly- bont, was "in a deplorable condition, owing to the filthy habits of the occupant. The only furniture in the house are a small table, cnair, and an old beadstead, with some rags to lay on, and, according to the medical evidence, the man's health is in a critical state." "It is to be regretted," continued the inspector, "that the sanitary authority have no power to remove him into the union workhouse, so that he could be kept clean and properly attended to." In reply to Mr John Jones, The Inspector now said he was afraid the man Was not compos mentis. Mr Ellis reported the man was now in receipt of out-relief in kind from the union. Mr John Jones Would it not be kindness to stop the man's out-relief, so as to force him to go to the workhouse? The Clerk: He would only starve, as he would not go to the workhouse J under any circum- stances. It was eventually decided to leave the matter dn the hands of the clerk and the inspector. Penrhyn Golf Clubhouse. The Sanitary Inspector reported the receipt of 'a letter from Mr H. Goldsmith, asking if were Was a possibility of arranging a proper water supply for the Golf Club House at Penrhyn Bay, and stating that he would be glad to contribute "towards the cost of a water main on conditions that steps were taken at once to get the matter in hand. The Inspector suggested that the Council ap- proached other parties interested in me district, with a view to some arrangements for the laying of a larger main. Mr John Jones explained that Mr Goldsmith had approached him in the matter, and he pro- posed Mr John interviewed the applicant and the other parties mentioned to ascertain what offer would be made, and report to the next Council meeting. Alderman Hugh Owen seconded, and this was approved. Quarrying1. It was decided to accept the offer of Mr John Jones for the quarrying of stone on his, pro- perty for a royalty of 3d per ton. Appointment of Sanitary Inspector. A notice of motion to the following effect was down on the agenda in the name of Mr Hugh ()wen: "That Mr Levi John, the present assist- ant sanitary inspector and surveyor, be appoint- ed to succeed the late Mr Elias Davies as sani- tary inspector for the district at a salary of £ I 50 Per annum, subject to the approval of the Local Government Board." T ■wnc* t^le stood in the name of Mr John Jones "That, owing to the death of Mr •klias Davies, our late surveyor, the time is Opportune to consider the advisability of re-ar- ranging the districts and the duties, salaries, and 10 on of surveyor, inspector of nuisances, and the highway surveyor of the Council, with a -view of facilitating the officials' work, and a niore expeditious Vv*,ay of carrying ou:t their uties in the general interest of the Council, and hat a special meeting of the Council be held at n early date to consider the carrying out of the said resolution." Ihere was a little wrangle between Mr .John Jones and Mr Owen as to who should move "first. r Owen's was the first motion notified, but Mr -Jones pointed out that if that were adopted, his Wn motion would be fruitless. t was eventually agreed that Mr Jones intro- motion in the form: of an amendment Mr Owen's resolution. Mr Hugh Owen then put his motion. He did so, he said, because, when Mr John was ap- pointed at a salary of £ 100, it was understood he would succeed Mr Elias Davies. Mr John had received an increase of salary to £120, and it was afterwards decided to provide him with a railway ticket, costing from £10 to £12. Lat- terly, they had provided him. with a pony and trap instead. In reply to Mr Raynes, The Clerk said it was correct to say that when Mr John was, appointed, it was understood he was to succeed Mr Elias Davies. Mr Raynes For that reason,then, I second Mr Owen's motion. He is well worth it. He has done a lot of good;*over the whole district; and I think we could not get a better man. Mr John Jones then put his motion in the form of an amendment as suggested. The speaker said it was quite clear that a great deal of unnecessary Igoin,, backwards and forwards was entailed under the present system. The district extended over 25 miles-from Caerhun to Llysfaen—and Mr John and Mr Hugh Jones were called upon to carry out their respective duties over the whole area. In view of the rapid development of the district, especially w Llanigwstenin, Llysfaen, and 1enrhyn parishes, he suggested that the district be divided into two, with two officers in each one. iiey could not go into the matter fully that day, and he, therefore, proposed that the whole matter be referred to committee. If they appointed Mr John to that vacant position that day they would be deferring a much-needed reform for several years. Mr Ellis seconded. The, whole question was eventually referred to committee on a resolution carried by a majority of five votes to four. On the motion of Mr John Jones, Mr Levi John was appointed to the position temporarily at the same salary as he obtained at present. The Lighting of Llysfaen. A letter was, read from the Llysfaen Parish Council stating they had no observations to make in reference to the lighting of the parish. Mr Hugh Owen observed that the county au- thority objected to the roads being cut up at present, and said Conway had no right to go beyond their own district. The County Council thought they could manage things better in the dark on his side, than those in Carnarvonshire could in the light. (Laughter.) On the motion of Mr Raynes, seconded by Mr John Jones, the matter was referred to the Llysfaen parish meeting. Uysfaen Sewerage. A letter from the Local Government Board, stating that, in view of the information before the Board, they could not concur in the opinion of the Parish Council that the Llysfaen Sewer- age Scheme should be deferred, was referred to committee for consideration.