The Barmouth and County Advertiser and District Weekly News

IMPORTANT CONFER- ENCE AT BARMOUTH. A conference was held at the Belle Vue Hall on Friday after- noon last, under the auspices of the Local Managers of Education. The Chairman of the Managers, Mr Henry Freeman presided. An the members of the Bar- mouth and District School Mana- gers, Ministers, and Teachers in the district were invited, at the instance of Mr Richard Barnett, clerk to the County Education Committee, to be present. The Chairman, in opening the proceedings, explained that the purpose was to try to formulate some scheme, by which the general conduct of children could be improved. All agreed that there was an element of moral laxity among the children, a lack of respect and courtesy to their elders and a tendency to use foul language, and to disregard the truth. Some of the speakers tried to prove that the children of the present day were not any worse than the children of past years, but as the Rev. W. M. Griffith remarked Nid da Ile gellir gwell." A general opinion pervaded the meeting that the chief cause for these unpleasant traits in the character of the children was lack of proper home influence. Parents allowed their children to run wild about the streets late at night, instead of putting them to bed, where they could enjoy that rest which is absolutely necessary to build up a strong and healthy body. The Rev. P H. Lewis, speaking from his experience of a few weeks of teaching, thought that teachers and ministers should endeavour to seek out those children who are not quite so fortunate as their compatriots, and try to cheer and help them in their necessity. All agreed that if the mothers could be approached in a quiet unobtrusive manner, if they could beconvinced that the good of their children is the only object aimed at, they may be persuaded to use their great influence of love in the interest of their own children, and wonderful results would follow. A public meeting of children, where all the mothers will be cordially invited to attend, is to be 'held in the course of this month, after which detailed ar- rangements will be made to reach the objects aimed at. In the meantime, a strong and earnest appeal ia made to parents. not to al!ow their children to be out late at night. An appeal is also made to young men and others, not to use bad language in the hearing of children, and if any tradesmen in the town is found to supply any boy with cigarettes, on any pretence what- ever legal proceedings will be taken against him without delay. In the main, it was agreed by the speakers that much can be done to improve the conduct of children by kindnesa, care, and persuasion. We hope that bene- Roial results will follow this effort on the part of the Education Authority.

'I The Late Laiice-Sergeant John Parry Jones. The deepest feeling of sympathy pre- vails, not on!y in Barmoutb, bat among the Boys" wherever they are, with the bereaved and sorrowful parents of our late friend. Lance-Sergeant John Parry Jones. Numerous letters have been received by the townspeople from bis friends in the various theatres of war, expressing their heart-fe!t sympathy with the bereaved, and their own sotrow and regret at the thought of the sad oatastrbpby which overtook their friend and companion. The following short quotations from few of the letters receivedare .charac- teristic by a ring of sincerity which proves what a favouritio be was among his comrades. "Dear Mr Jones,—Iamdeep!y sorry that you have sustained such a sad blow in the loss of your son, Sergeant John Parry Jones, of the 1/7 B.W.F. He received a very severe gun shot in the abdomen. The doctors in the 43rd Stationary Hoapita! did ail they could for him, but bis strength was not able to bear the strain, and, in few hours after the operation,yourson passed away. Before be went through his ordeat, I prayed with him, and conducted him to the care of Christ in whose safe keeping be is now. Your son has been buried in our Military Cemetery here, and his grave wi'l be well looked after. I am very sorry that you have suffered this and loss, but I pray that God will bless and comfort you, and that you may have joy from the remembrance that your son ptayed bis part like a true man, and that he had the value of Christ's comradeship God bless you and sustain you. With kind regards, yours sincereiy, W. N STEWART, C F." "I do not know bow to go on writing aa John was such a dear friend. We slept together eince I came back the second time, and now we are departed for all time. You have my deepest sympathy, and may God sooth your feeticga, and bless you in your sorrow. —THOMAS EVAN8 (Kobinoor)." Dear Mr Jones,—The day after I wrote to inform you that your dear son, John Parry Jones, had been wounded, the sad and unexpected news came that be had died in t.ho hospital. I can only sympathise with you from the depth of my heart, in your great sorrow. I was intimately connected with John Parry, and I held him in high esteem. It was upen him and bis friend, W. B. Grinith, that I depended almost entirely for assistance, eepecia.Hy with sacred sieg- ing. He was at a, times ready and willing to help. He was the favourite of bia Company—the life and aout of the Compuoy. PersonaJtiy I shall great!y miss him, and so wilt his many friend in the Battalion. But you will suSer the greatest loss and deepest sonow. Mity God in bis mercy com- fort and suppo't you. You have the comfort- of knowing that be died bravely doiog bis duty. and his sacriBce, and that of so many oLher brave mpn who have fillen, cannot, be in vain. W. B. GtifStb wcLS'tUso wounded ati tbø same time, but ou:y a!igbtj!y. DAVID WILMAMS fCbapIfun)." A!t other communications from Officers and friends be-,ir the same goiden testimony to the stl.Hing quali- ties of om' departed friend.

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DISABLED SOLDIERS AND I SAILORS FUND. I A most successfu! and excellent per- formance of the dramatic cantata, The Holiday Concert" (J. 0. Murdoch) was given &t the PaviHon on Wednesday evening, the Sth inst. The company of juveniles, about fifty in number, had the veritable appearance of a company, of fairies. They were daintily and beautifu!!y dressed, and unstinted praise is doe to the fond mothers and others who spared neither time nor expense to procure everything that was necessary to give effect and Bnieh to the perfor- mance. It woutd be invidious to single cut any individual, as there was not a discordant note, awkward movement, or hesitating action from first to last. The Rev. P. H. Lewis was absolutely and soteiy responsible lor the entertain- ment and for weeks, with vaiuabie assistance of many wining helpers, he bad worked energetically to attain a performance that was well nigh per- fection. The commodious paviilion was crowded tro its utmost capacity, and the conduct of the audience was fxem- plary. The net profits of the under- taking,which amounted toJE36 17s. 10d., was devoted to augment the Soldiers' and Sailors' Fund, which now stands at J64S4 106. 10d. This Jast substantiat addition to the Fund, can be looked upon as Mr P. B. Lewis' contribution, be, of course, gratefully acknowledges the valuable assistance which was so willingly rendered by ai! who feel such keen interest in the well being of our soldier and sailor boya. This pretty Cantd.ta represent a.p!U'ty of merry children having a holiday, and decide to pR88 the time with games and singing. They are joined by three fairies, who promise to help them. The characters entpr in *the order named, being welcomed by the chorus, and having bis or her eoag to contr:bn{< The chorus joined in the dancing, a.od in the games of seesaw, skipping, and grab. The various character: as above,, were taken as follows :— Fairy content, Miss Btodwen Bugher:, 9, Marine Terrpce; Fairy Fun, Miss Joncie Reea Jones, Bryn Peria Faity GoodwiH, Miss Jennie Jonei:, BronHyn Cheery Tommy,Muster ldrisyn RobertR. 8, St. Georges; Tom Tichietcotb, Mttpter David leuan I G'ifSth., CRmbtian House; Archer, Master Robert Pugh, PenYGraig; Fi&b I Lassie, Misa Ann E)Jen Reps, Brynglas Sea Captain, Master Robert Henry Williams, Aelydon; Middy, Master David Jones IRoberts, Church Place; Old woman who tived in a. shoe, Misa Annie Price Jones, Gwynfa Cottage; Servant Maid, Miss Gwennie Mareb, Crystal House, Marine Parade; Fruit Girl, Miss Fanny Jones, Bee Hive; Newsboy, Master Rand!e Rees, Bryn. g!as. The assistance of an Orchestra added much to the charm of the drama., The Band consisted of Violins, Mrs Wade. Roberts, M. Noirot, Mr D. Roberts, Nationa! Provincial Bank; viola, Mr D. Roberts (Te!ynor Mawddwy), oeHo, Mr J. R. Thomas, G!anmorgan sornet, Mr W. E. WiHiams, Liverpool Honse pianoforte. Miss NeMie Roberts, Ivy House; :brgan,U,ies Megan Thomaa, King's Crescent. TbehaU was to charge of four Bar. mouttb Soldier Boys and two Navy Boys who were home on leave, and they did their doty with the alacrity and courtesy, consequent upon military and naval training, In proposing a vote of thanks, which was seconded hy Mr David 0. Hugbes, Market Stores, Mr J. Jones, The Library, spoke in eulogistic terms of the devotion and perseter&ooe of the Rev. P.H Lewis, of of the Stage Maask.er (MM T. cherts, Tyn. ycood Buildings,) anStbe bard but quiet work done behind the scene by, Mrs Henry Freeman, G!anmeon Mrs Jones, The Cliffe; Misa Lizza Grimtb, Comber House; and Mies Jenny WiiHams, Ripon House, who ao!d, between them over .820 worth of tickets beforehand. Mr Jones further gave a short epitome of the success that had so far attended their effort in establishing a aubatantiai fond, and while acknowledging the sp!endid support received from all quarters, be paid the highest tribute to Mr Owen Parry, Kimberley House, for bis wholehearted and energetic effoft in increasing the fund. In order that all the proceeds of the entertainment be devoted to the object in view, the following donations had been generously contributed prior to the meejDg .Ss.d. Mr E D. Jones, MA., Hafod 1 1 0 Mr Josef Holbrook 1 1 0 Capt. W. M. GritBtb 1 1 0 A. Rnaron. E&q. J.P.I 0 0 Miss P. J. Owen, I 0 0 Mr John Roberts, Bipon House 0 10 6 Mr R. Lieweiyn O\Vm, Ccuncil Office .0 10 6 MrsLf'wi8,Hi!J8ide 0 10 6 Mr Cadwa.!a,dr Roberts, Maw. ddach House 0 10 6 Mrs Atmer, Craigymoit 0 10 6 Mrs Mo'gao.BaHymaoora. 056 Mr D.O.Hughes, Marliet Stores 0 5 0 Mr R.R Witiiams, Tyuycoed Buildings O 5 0 MrH. Wynne W!U!ana8, Glan- ytraeth O 5 0 Nurse Roberts O 5 0 Mr J. H. Griffltb,'do 0 2 6 O 26 Wellwisher .O 2 6 MrWatkinDavies,Hau!ftyD. 0 2 0 -c9 10 o The following is the Balance Sbeet: Receipts. £ s. d. Donaiiocsto defray expenses 9 10 6 Tickets eoid by Mrs Frepmao and Mrs Jones 12 17 1 MissGriajt.h&MisBWihiarQS 719 6 Mr Owen Parry 4 15 10 At the door 814 3 &43 1.7 2 Expenses. ;C a. d. P41vilion 3 8 0 Printing 1 9 0 Music Book's 015 4 Ma.teria.Ia for Stage, Attend, aat.s, eto. 112 0 I .£6 19 4 I B?ance for the Fond 86 17 10 I R43 17 2