The Barmouth and County Advertiser and District Weekly News

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spite of the war there has been no diminution in the number of pupils this year,—in fact, we have a record number of pupils this present term. This is a clear indication that the parents are determined that whatever sacrifices will have to be made because of the war, the education of their children must, not suffer. That they are right in doing this cannot be open to question. For if one can venture to prophesy anything about the future it is this that after the conclusion of the war, our country will have a far stronger belief in education than it has ever had hitherto. There will be many new avenues open to well-educated boys and girls, and brains will be at a premium in our commercial, industrial and agri- cultural slife. To meet the new con- ditions and the new demands it is possible that considerable changes will take place in the character of secondary education in this country. And I can say for my Governors and -myself that we shall spare no effort to adapt our School course to meet the new needs that may arise, while at, the same time keeping in view the true meaning of education and the important function it performs in the formation of character. At the end of the School year two members of the Staff, Miss Mills and Mr Gi lly left us. Their places were8 filled by the appointment of Miss Da vies, P,.A an old pupil of the School, and Mr Williams, B Sc., and we trust that their period of service with us will be a happy and prosperous one. The School since last year sustained the loss of one valuable Governor in M 0. W. Morris, from whom we were ex, pecting great services to education in this district. But, though his period of service was short, he proved a very helpful Governor and we greatly de- plore his loss. I have much pleasure in acknow- ledging the kindness of a number of friends in the way of gifts to the School. Scholarships were given to Barmouth pupils by Mr Griffith Griffiths, and Mr D. Jones, two natives of Bar- mouth now resident in Austriaiia. Books were given for the School Library by Mr J. N. Roberts, Mr A. J. Hew ins. and by the following old pupils: —Miss Jane Roberts, Miss M Jones Owen, Miss Elizabeth Roberts, Miss J. M Roberts, Miss Sarah Griffith, Miss Annie Griffith, Mr W. Watkin Davies, and the Rev. G S. Hewins. Another old pupil, Mr Alfred Brazier, gave a plaster-cast of his own workmanship. A framed portrait of the late Mr Hugh Evans was given by Mi-s Evans, A fine national flag of Wales was given by Mr Rhys Jones.Our friends have again this year very readily given prizes. Both teachers and pupils greatly appreciate this practical way of encouraging good work. In conclusion, I sincerely thank my Governors, the Visiting Committee and colleagues on the staff for their unvary- ing support and loyal co operation in all matters affecting the welfare of the School" Then followed a part song by theSchool children, conducted by Gwylfa Wynne Arthog. PRIZE DISTRIBUTION I In the absence of Mrs R. T. Jours, Harlech, the prizes were distributed by Mrs J, O. Williams, Y Bryn, as follows: -1 SCHOLARSHIP. I Entrance Scholarship of £ 20 per an- num tenable at, the University College I Bangor—Eluned Wyn Roberts. MATRICULATION CERTIFICATE. Matriculation Examination of the University of London—Arthur O. Roberts. CENTRAL WELSH BOARD. Honours Certificate—Eluned W. Roberts. Senior Certificates—Ceridwen Ellis, Arthog (with distinction in Welsh) Elizabeth J. Jones, LI an bed r Robert R Lewis, Penrhyndeudraeth (with dis- tinction in shorthand) Arthur O. Roberts, Penrhyndeudraeth (with dis- tinction in French); Edeila Wynne, Anhog (with distinction in Welsh). Sn pplemenbuyCertificates-J Bpvers, Harlech; E. A. Owen, Arthog; G H. Thomas, Dyffi yn C. W Thomas, Har- lech. Junior Cedjfbates-Jobn Prysor Davies, Harlech (uith distinction in Woodwork and with English and History at the Senior Stage) Eunice Davies, Arthog (with distinction in Welsh and Domestic Economy) Owen Edwin Jones, Arthog (with distinction in Welsh and Woodwork) Owen Einion Morris, Harlech (wilh distinction in Woodwork); Humphrey Thomas, Dyffryn (with dis- tinction in Woodwotli) Hywel Glyn Thomas (with distinction in Woodwork, and with History and Drawing at the Senior Stage). MUSIC CERTIFICATES. Trinity College of Music, Preparatory Division—Mary E. Evans, Katie J. Evans. SHORTHAND CERTIFICATES. ) Pitman's Second Certificate—R R. Lewis. Pitman's First Certificate—Morris J-mes, O Einion Morris, W. Baxter, John Roberts, Hughie Pugh, LI. Price. SPECIAL PRIZES. The Hengwm Scripture Prize—Bessie Ellis. The Ruskin Drawing Prize for boys, given by the Guild of St. George— Hugh Pugh. The Ruskin Drawing Prize for girls, gi ven by the Guild of St. George— Grace H Thomas. Conduct Prize for boys, given by the Rector—A. O. Roberts. Conduct Prize for girls, given by Mrs Armer-E, J. Owens. Athletics Prize for boys, given by Dr. Williams- W. Russell Jones. Athletics Prize for girls, given by Dr. Willia,ins-Myf,tnwy Dtvies. Personal Hygiene Prize for boys,given by Dr. Will ii i-ns-David Anwyl James. Personal Hygiene Prize for girls, given by Dr. Williams -Ceridwen Ellis. Needlework P ize, given by Mrs Castle-Katie Owen Woodwork Prize, given by Mrs Castle -0 Einion Morns. Shorthand Prize, given by Mr R. Ll Owen-R. R. Lewis. Domestic Science—1st Prize, given by Mrs R. Richards—Maud Rocke 2nd Prize, given by Miss B. Gi,iffi-tb-Anna Mori is Music Prize, given by Miss F.Williams Wlilfi-ed Rickards. i Ven bv Mr G. Giitdening Prize, given by Mf G. Roberts —Gwen Mai Davies. FORM PRIZES. Form VI.-lst Prizp, given by Mrs J. N. Robert H-EluDfd W. Roberts. Fmll) V.-Iat Prize, given by Mrs 0. W. Morris—Arthur 0 Roberts. 2nd Prize, given by Mr H. Jones- Ceridwen Ellis. General Progress Prizes-Edeila Wynne, given by Mrs Prys Williams David O. Williams, given by Mrs D. C. Edwards. I Form IV.—1st Prize, given by Mrs J. R Williams-Robert R Lewis. I 2 id Prizp, given by Mr Watkin Davies —J Prysor Davies. General Progress Prize, given by Mrs D. Davies Jennie Garnett. Form III.-Ist Prize, given by Mrs Hugh Evans—H umphrey Thomas. 2nd Prize, given by Miss Davies- O. Edin Jones. j General Progress Prizes-Laura A. Richards, given by Miss Adam Gwennie Jones, given by Mr Lloyd. Form II.-1st Prize, given by Mr Ed. Williams-David Anwyl James. 2nd Prize, given by Rev. Glandwr j Morgan—Hugh Pugh. Form I.-I,st Prize, given by Mrs W. O. Gale—W. S. Owen. 2nd Prize, given by the Headmaster— D. Emrys boruas. General Progress Prizes—Gwennie Jones, given by Mrs Rhys Jones Jennie Jones, given by Mr Beddows. Chorus by the School children. MR. SILYN ROBERTS' ADDRESS. I After the distribution of prizes, an address was delivered by Mr R. Silyn Roberts, M A., Cardiff (secretary of the Appointments Board for Wales). In his preliminary remarks he made touching references to the tet rible: and devastating war. We are meeting," he said at a time of crisis and eclipse in our national history the greatest crisis undoubtedly since the Norman Conquest. It was painful to think that during the last ten months we had lost quarter of a million of men—neatly one fourth the population of Wales. This important crisis demanded all our resources, both material and intellectual, and it was our duty to husband all our resources in all I possible ways. He was glad of the great service that had been rendered to the country by our educational system. A large number from our colleges and schools had joined the Army, and be was I' delighted to learn that forty nine old- pupils had joined the Colours. (Cheers). He was pleased to read in the Board of Education Report on education in Merioneth that the proportion of children who receive secondary edu cation was higher than any other county in Wales, being 21 8 per cent., which-spoke highly of the efforts that ( were being made for education in the county. In his remarks on the vital importance of helping the pupils to make practical use of their training, he said that agriculture, which is the most important industry, needed more attention in our schools and colleges. In this respect Wales was far behind Denmark and other countries. Neglect of the sea as a suitable opening for boys pointed to another defect in our edu- cational methods. Very few boys go to sea now he said. it was the duty of our schools to teach our boys to desire tough rather than soft jobs, and they would come to like them better. More attention should be given also to domestic subjects. The girls should be taught to eliminate unnecessary drud- gery and strive to make the kitchen .a "tbing of beauty and joy for ever." The speaker drew attention to the great importance of giving the highest possible training in cases of brilliant young men. Failure in giving them proper training meant a serious loss to the comnnity. It was quite conceivable to say the least that the inventions of a son of Merioneth, possibly an old boy of this school, may have an important bearing upon the decision of the titanic struggle on the continent of Europe. i He.wished the pupils to bear in mind that it was by fully developing our own best we can give our best to the Empire and to the world. This was preached by Tom Ellis a quarter of a century ago. (Cheers). The Welsh Hoard of Education must be moved from White- hall in London to Wales, to ensure its keeping in jiving touch with national ideals and aspirations. THANKS. Councillor H. W. Jones proposed a hearty vote of thanks to Mrs J. O. Wil- liams for distributing the prizes, which was seconded by the Rev. W. Glandwr Morgan. The Rev, Z. Mather, in proposing a vote of thanks to Mr Silyn Roberts for bis excellent address, said that it was the Old School Board that succeeded in getting Barmouth on the list as one of the places in the county to have a County School as a probational school for five years. Others rendered splendid services in connection with the estab- lishing of the School, and especially among them be named the late Mr Tom Ellis, but the credit was due to the Old School Board, and much credit was also dua to Mr Griffith Griffith, Australia, who was at the time a mem- ber ot the Old School Board. After that the Governors bad to work hard against great difficulties for the perma- nent establishment of a school at Bar- mouth. Councillor John Roberts, RiponHouse, seconded, which was carried unani- mously. The usual vote of thanks to the Chair- man was proposed by Mr Edward Wil- liams, Ceylon House, and seconded by Mr Silyn Roberts. The singing of the National Anthems brought a successful meeting to a close.