The North Wales Chronicle and Advertiser for the Principality

ARTHOG (neaf Dolgelloy). J.BKAT. On Thursday afternoon, tho 17th irst., In response to the kind invit-stior of Mr and Mrs Salt, the scholars aud teachers of the Artbog Obarch Sunday School were hospitably entertained to a sumptuous tea at Ty'n-y-coed. The bright aDd happy faces of the children attested their gratitude for the treat afforded them. They were Msidnonsly tended by Mr and Mrs Salt, Miss Luoaa, and the servants and as each reoipient left the ball be was presented with an orange, book or aD appropriate plaything.—The Rev. W. Owen, in a oriel speech, and Mr Richard Aston, expressed, on behalf of the children and adults present, their thanks to the generous host and hostess for their seasonable entertainment. A KINDLY DEUD.—Through the kindness of Mr and Mra Salt, numerous packages of tea have been distributed among the aged and deserving poor of this neighbourhood.

BODFEAN. Ts. ROYAL NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION.— The subjoined letter was received by the rector (the Rev. Owen Lloyd Williams) on Friday week. It speaks for itself, and doubtless many of Mr Williams' friends will be pleased to see it in print. -Yours sincerely, R. T. JONES. ROYAL NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION, 14, John-street, Adelphi, London, W.C., 10th January, 1889. Dear Mr Williams.-Tlio committee have directed me to assure you that, while deeply regretting that they are about to loso your very valuable servicos as the hocorarv ecretarv of the Porthdiollaon and Abersoch o:t. e;t: vy te!thtu: that you have been offeled a preferment. At the same time they have instructed me te tender you their moat cardial and grateful thauksfor all the kiud services you have rendered the lifeboat cause through a long period of years. They have presented you, they find, with every henour the institution has at its disposal to b stow for your personal gallantry and your iuiportaufc co-opera- tion.sothat they hardly know how to properly recognise your devotion to the cause. They trust that you will do them the favour to accept the enclosed ch que for £50 as a tokeu of their gratitude.—I amt veiy truly yours, < HARLT-s DIBIUN, secretary.

CULWYN BAY. THE WINTER CONCERTS.—The series of concerts arranged by a committee of gentlemen are a great success. The fourth of the series took place in the Public Hall on Tuesday evening last. Mr William Rostock, J.P., presided over a very large attendance. The subjoined was the programme;—First Part: Pianoforte solo, Rev. P. B. Eversden, Mus. Bac.; song The warrior bold," Mr Jackson song, "Ora pro nobis," Mias Johnson; orchestral bef?ction, 4 The yeoman flf the guard," Mr Claxton and fam- ily song, The better land," Mr Farrington vocal duet, the Misses Lever; recital, Nothing to wear," Mr J. J. Ntilsoii song, 'My boat is waiting," Mrs Hartley; comic song with banjo accompani- ment, Mr Hartley. Second Part: Andante and allegro, Mr Claxton and family song with band accompaniment, RUBe.Marie," Mr Farrington song, "Fiddle and I," Miss Lever; pizzicato, 1, Hertz am hertz," Mr Claxton and family song, 'True till death," Mr Jackson; reading, "European guides," Mr F. Nunn; vocal duet, Mr and Mrs !!Mt)ey;song, "0!hadIJub&f'siyre."Mie8 John?on comic song with banjo accompaniment, Mr Hartley; God save the Queen." Mr Hartley was as amusing as ever. Mr Tom Jackson, of Llandudno, sang extremely well; and the song by Miss Lever, Fiddle and I," was particularly good. In the instrumental department Mr claxton and family, Llandudno, delighted the audience much. The selection from The yeoman of the guard was splendidly played. Dr. VenaMes Williams accompanied some ot the songs at the piano.

CRICCIETH. CELEBRATING THE MAJORITY OF MR W. W. WATKIN. Festivities to celebrate the coming-of age of Mr William Williams Watkin, the only eon of Mr Wil- liam Watkin, J.P., of Muriau, took place on Friday and Saturday last. These bad been deferred owing to the absence in London of Mr W. YV. Watkin. On Friday evening, on his arrival at Criccieth by the six o'clock train, he was met by a vast concourse of the inhabitants of the town and district, who pre- sented to him their good wishes. Mr W. W. Watkin and his sisters were then placed in a carriage to which ropes were attached, aLd a torchlight pro- cession having been formed they were dragged triumphantly through the town amidst great cheer- ing. On their arrival at Muriau, Mr Watkin thanked all his friends for their kindness and good wisbe, and said that he had been completely taken by surprise, and that he would never forget the kind reoeption which they had accorded to him. On Saturday morning Mrs Parry, Marine terraoe, Mrs W. B. C. Jones, Mrs Lloyd Jones, Mrs Horton, and Mrs Kensington Jones, on behalf of the committee distributed over 70 pairs of sheets to the deserving poor of Cricoieth and district. The money for this object bad been subscribed for by the inhabitants. On Siturds N, afternoon the whole of the school obildren of Criocietb and Llanystumdwy, about 800 in number, were through the kindness and liberality of Mr and Mrs Watkin entertained to tea at the Board Sohools, Cricoieth. At the same time the inhabitants geuerally and friends from the surronuding districts were similarly entertained at tha Town Hall. The band of the Portmadoc Volunteers were also present during the afternoon, and discoursed sweet music at intervals. It is estimated that fully 1500 people Sartook of the feast. Amongst those presant were Ur and Mrs Watkin, Muriau Mr W. W. Watkin, Misses Watkin and party, Afr G. H. Owen, J.P., Ymwloh; Mr W. B. C. Jones and Miss Jones, Mr J. T Jones, Mr Thomas Jones, solicitor, and many friends from Brynkir, Penygroes, and other plaoes. After tea various presentations were made to Mr Watkin testifying to the respect and esteem with which he personally, and also the family of Mucian, are regarded in the district, viz :-»-From the inhabitants of Criccieth and Llanystumdwy, an illuminated address and a piece of plate; from the tenants of the Pennant and Brynkir estates, a massive silver cup from the inhabitants of Penygroes, a marble clock and silver cup. The Town Hall not being large euough to afford room to all who desired to attend the presentation, a platform was hastily erected in front of the hall. Mr G. H. OWEN, addressing Mr Watkin, said: I have been appointed by the oommittee,represaiatirg the inhabitants of Cricoisth and Llanystumdwy, to present you with an address and a piece of plate as a testimony of their regard. It gives me the greatest pleasure to be here to-day to do hononr not only to you but also to your father and mother, whom I have known all my life, aud I can testify to the bigh estimation in whioh they are held in this part of the coadtry. I am directed to present you with this piece of plate as a memento of the good feeling which has existed between your family and the people of this town and district. It has been subscribed for not only by the rioh hot by the p oor, which testifies to the respeot in which the family of Muriau are held. I also present yon with this address, wbicb is more valuable than the plate, as it contains an expression of the feeling of the people of this district towards you. I will now read the address To W. W. WatHn. Etq, Muriau, Criccieth. SIB,—We beg to tender to you our heartiest con- gratulations on the attainment of your majority. We are glad to recopnise the fact that you have by your kindness, uniform courtesy, and pleasant demeanour, endeared yourself to all who have had the pleasure of your acquaintance. The numerous and valuable services rendered by youi respccted parents to the ancisnt borough of Criccieth havo been encouraged md supported by you, and we trust and believe that the active interest which has ever been taken by your father in all that relates to the prosperity and W,Tfl r of the district will be long continued ty you We earnestly hope that your professional career may be of unbroken prosperity and your life long and unclouded On behalf of the committee torm-d to celebrate your coming-of-age we beg to present you with the aecom- pausing piece of plate is a small but sincere testimony to the great aud well-deser^d regard and e.teem in which you are held in this neighbourhood. GRIFFITH H OWEN, Chairman. H. G. HUGHES Hon. Treasurer. E. E. OWEN, Hon. Secretary. 11th December. 1888. Mr OWEN added: For my part I have to aeoond this address. It expresses the feelings of everybody present, and personally 1 wisn you every anooess and happiness. I have also been requested by the tenants of Pennant and Brynkir distriot to preseat yon with this handsome oup. This shows abundantly how you and your parents are esteemed both here and elsewhere. I have also to present you with this handsome olock and this cup. The olook has this inscription engraved upon ft: « Presented to William Williams Watkin by his riead. and well-wishers at Penygroes on his &tW,. rg his majority. December lltb, low. Mr WATKIN, replying in Welsh, Mid :—Hr Chair- man, ladies, and gentlemen I &m ginoerely thank- ful to yon for the great kindness which you have I sbown to me thia day. I know full well that it is not altogether for my sake that you have given me these beautiful presents, but also for the sake of my parents. I can only hope that the same good feel-1 inll whicb has existed between my family and the people of Criccieth and the district will continue unbroken. I must ask you to excuse me if I do not Bay anything further now. I feel too deeply to be able I to express myself in words. I again return my thanks to you mv friends of Criccieth, Llauystum- dwy, Pennant, Brynkir, and Penygroes for your great kindness. Believe me that I shall always regard this day as the proudest of my life, Mr WATKIN, sen., also addressed the assembly. He thanked all his friends for their presence there that day. He had been deeply touohed by the kind allusions which hart been made to his son, himself, and hi9 family. He had lived many years amongst them, and he could safely say that he bad at all times lived on the most amicable terms with the inhabitants of Cricoieth and the district. He sincerely hoped that his son would in after-lifc worthily deserve the eulogium which had been addressed to him that day. He returned his thanks to the committee and collectors for their services, and to aU who had contributed so ?eneronsty to- wards the presents,and to all his friends for coming there that day. Mr W.B.C. JONesMr Tmomis JONES (solicitor),Mr OWEN HUGHES, aDd Laisw GLAS also spoke,the latter stating that he reserved his further remarks until Friday evening, when the Cricoieth Debating Society intend to offer Mr Watkin present. Castellfab and Eos Eifion also delivered englynion in bonour of the event. The meeting terminated with a vote of thanks to the ohairman. The illuminated addree,which was muoh admired had been beautifully executed by Mr J. A. Vanghan, Carnarvon.

CONWAY. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—-The usual fortnightly meeting was held at the Workhouse on Friday, the Rev. W. Venables Williams (chairman) presiding. There were also present: Messrs John Davies (vice- chairman), Hugh Davies, J. Porter, J. Ridge, Morgan Williams, A. Foulkes, J. H. Elias, J. Roberts, It Robert., E. Wyatt, E. Roberts, W. Morris, Rev. E, Hughes, with the clerk (Mr T. E. Parry).-A letter was read from the lady superior of St. Clare's Orphanage, Pantasaph, to the effect that three children boarded there from the Cenway Union were quite satisfactory, and were in good health.— The Chairman said that the report of the workhouse children attending the Conway National Schools was always very favourable.—The Master reported 87 inmates, as compared with 90 in the corresponding period last vear 51 vagrants had been relieved during the fortnight.-A precept from the Carnar- vonshire Clerk of the Peace was received as under: County rate, R229 12s 2d police rate, £ 459 4s 4d.

DOLWYDDELEN. _I RENT AUDIT.-At the haif-yearly rent audit on the 17th we understand that the Right Hon. Lord Willoughby returned 20 per cent. of the rents to his tenants, thus following in the steps of his lato ex- cellent mother. THE DEATH OF Mas WILLIAMS,BKNAB-VIKW HOTEL.— The above well-known and highly esteemed lady de. parted:this life the other day, IShe had been ailing for several years, and bore her troubles oalmly. She was interred on Thursday last in St. Gwyildelan Churchyard, and her funeral was the largest that has been seen in the place. The service was choral and oonducted by the Rev. R. Williams, B.A., vioar, assisted by the Rev. n. E. Williams, Llan- aelhaiarn, and the Rev. Pierce Jones, Trawsfynydd, former victirs the Rev. G. Davies, Blaenau Fes- tiniog, aud the Rev. E. Evans, Bettwsycoed, were also present. The ooffin was oovered with wreaths and floral crosses which had been sent from all parts of the country. Acong others, we noticed some which were seut by Mr and Mrs Ellis, The Hollies, Wigan; Mrs Jones, Llandudno Junction Hotel; Miss Paice, Dolwyddelen Mr Tnckfield, Llandudno Junotion; Miss Roberts, Penmaenraawr; Mrs Owen, Trefri- Rev. F. Jones, Trawsfynydd Mr Evans, Gwydir; Mr O. Jones, Bettws, etc.

DOLGELLEY. CORONERSHIP.—Mr W. R. Davies, solicitor, has now been appointed coroner. COUNTY COUNCIL.-On Friday evening last a meeting to support the candidature of Mr John Yaughan was held at the Assembly rooms, when there was a very good attendance. The ohair was occupied by Dr. Lloyd Williams, Fronhenlog. The speakers were Mr Lewis Williams (auctioneer); Mr David Owen, Cross Keys; Mr Robert Vaughan, Brvnllin; Mr Charles Millard, Mr John Vanghan, and Mr C. E. J. úweu. A vote of confidence in Mr Vanghan was proposed by Mr Humphrey Owen, seoouded by Dr Thomas,and carried unanimously. A vote of thanks was passed o the chairman. THE TREAT AT HKNJELIN.—The annual treat given by Mrs Ashmore, of Borthwnog, to the children attending the Henfelin School was held on Friday last at Henfelin Sobool. There were present at the tea meeting Yr3 Ashmos >\ Miss Ashmore, Mrs Patridge, Rev. and Mrs Williams, rectory; the Misses Evanr, and other,. The number of children who sat down and enjoyed themselves thoroughly were over one hundred. The ohildren had some oranges, sweets, biscuita, orackere, &c., from Mrs Ashflnore. The Rev. W. Williami, on behalf of himself and the schoolmistress, Miss Jone-. thauked the generons lady, Mrs Aahmore, for her great kindness in giving this treat. COUNTY COUNCIL. -This election took place on Friday, and the result was made known on Friday evening. Mr R. E. LI. Rioharda was defeated by 16 votes in the rural district, Mr ii. Pugh, Liberal, gaining the seat. Mr Richards polled 95 and his ,opponent 111. Mr John Vaughan, Nannau, was defeated at Dolpelley, the two Liberal candidates being elected. Mr Robert Vaughan, son of Mr John Vaughan, however, was returned by a majority of 45 for the Llanfachreth disliriot, his opponent being Mr Edward Griffith, who bad been eleoted by the Liberals to stand for the Dolgelley district, but who subsequently volunteered to stand for the Llanfachreth dir-trict. The candidature of Mr John Vanghan was sapported by some of the leading men of Dolgelley, and on Thursday even- ing an enthusiastic meeting hail been held in the Assembly Rooms, Dolgelley, to support Mr J. Vaughan. Among the speakers were Mr M.M Wil. liams, Tregarth, BanR or; Mr R. Williams, Uwalia Office; Mr Charles Millard, &o. SPECIAL POLICE COVItT.-Before Mr EdzArd Jones and Mr H. Lloyd Williams.John Williams, tramp, was sent to prison for seven days with bard labour for begging, and James Badley was sent to prison for fourteen days with hard labour.—James Bndley was brought up in the custody of P.C. Th;:iitas Parry charged with assaulting him in the exeoucion of hiB duty. Prisoner pleaded not guilty. Parry said that prisonpr kiokeJ him and struok him in the faoe with his fist. P.C. John Roberts gave evidence, and said that prisoner struck him also. Witness then handcuffed him. Prisoner struck witness in the face through the door of the cell. The prisoner was sent to prison for one month's hard labour. _h- PETTY SESSIONS.—TUESDAY. Before Messrs John VaughaD, Edward Jones, and I Morris Jones. ) Nonpayment to Wife.—The case of Catherine Jones I against William Jones, Well-street, for non-payment of £6 10a under order, under Married Women's Desertion Aot, was adjourned for 14 days. Matxciovs Damage—A charge of malicious damage to gates against Humphrey Hnmphreys, Penrhos, Llanfaohreth, by Robert Edwards, farmer, Delfawr, was dismigged. Taking Salmon.—John Williams. of Pentrebach, Dinasmawddwy, was fined 5a and oosts for taking salmon without licetice.-A similar charge was made against Rowland EvaDs, Froudirion, Mallwyd, but the case was dismissed. Trespassing for Game.—Thomas Edwarae, tenant of Maesmawr Richard Williams, Tynllwjn, and David Owen, Derweat, werecharged with trespass. ing in search of game at Maesmawr on Thursday, the 3rd inat.-The case was dismissed against the tenant Edwards, and the two other defendants were fined 15j and costs. Licence of Talbit.-The lioence of Talbot Hotel, Dolgellev, was transferred from Margaret Pugh to Mr Williams, Stag Inn, Dolgelley. Buckley Arms Hotel.-The licence of Buokley Arms Hotel, Dinasmawddwy, was transferred from Mr Burman to Mr Lovesrove. Another Tretpam. —William Griffith. Chapel House, Ganllwyd, was charged by George Collins with trespassing in searoh of oonies in Tycerrig Wood.—The oase was dismissed. Drmk and DiAr)rdtrly. -Richard Hughes, LViiy- rice-square, Dolgelley, wae fined Is and costs for being drank ond disorderly on the 31st of Decem- ber.

DENBIGH. I RESIGNATION OF TH* CHAIRMAN OF TFK HOBOO? BOARD.—After many years of ,ucMsellJ! presidency over the deliberations of the Denbigh School Board, Dr. Tumour has intimated his intention of remign ing that office. The oocupatiov of that office have been rendered somewhat strained by oiroumstances which bave occurred during the recent County Conncil election the events which transpired were duly reported is last week's issue of the North Walee Chronicle. CRUSHING A FINGER Opy.-On Monday a ttlan named D. Lloyd, of Llanrhaiadr, was engaged load- ing some timber on a railway track at the village [station, when, by some nnfortunate eircumrtance, his hand was caught between some timber and severely crushed. He was assisted to the Denbigh Infirmary, where his Sn?r was amputated by the house surgeon, Dr. Davies. u CARRIAGE ACCTDIINT.-On Tuesday, as Mrs uiougn was being driven in her carriage up Henllan-atreet, about 8.30 at night, the shaft collided with a donkey oart, and the shaft was smashed, making the with- drawal of the horse necessary. The horse beoame almost unmanageable, but with the exoeption ot the smashing of the shaft, no further damage occurred and no person was hurt. ASSISTANT CI.ERK AT THE ABYLU X._The selection of an assistant olerk for this institution took place on Friday week. There was a great number of applications, out of which six young men were selected to make the final appointment from and out of these, after being put to a severe examina- tion, Mr Palmer, late of tne office of the county surveyor, was appointed. Mr Palmer is especially adapted to the role expected fof an asylum clerk. His abilities as a book-keeper and penman are well known, whilst excellent dramatio performances make him a valuable aquisition to the staff. ACCIDENT IN HENLLAN.BTItEFT.-Oll Tuesday much exoitement was caused in the street by the dashing speed at which a team of runaway horses, drawing a farmer's cat t, proceeded down the streets, having broken away from a field near the Coppy Farm. Although the street as usual was orowded witb ohildren playing, owin to the great rattle of the heavy cart they had warning, no accident happened to them, and nothing ooourred until near a turn of the road, when they dashed at headlong speed into a mnle and cart which was coming towards them. The mule was struck and seriously injured, and the cart was thrown over. The runaways were stopped on the hiil near the Free Reading-room uninjured. The mule, whioh was the property or a poor mau named John Jones, living in Hanllsn-street, was foiud to be so badly injured that it was thought best to shoot it, which was done at the Coppy Farm. RESIGNATION OF THE MAYOR OF DZNBIOR. -The, mention of Jthe resignation of the mayoralty of the borough was received in the town with consider- able disbelief and surprise; bat when the cironm- stances whioh prompted Mr Griffith, the Garn, to such an action are taken into consideration, it i. not at all surprising that the mayor should consider that his services to the borough were not desired or appreciated, The County Council election was dis- pleasing and discouraging to a gentleman who for many years has rendered valuable and efficient, servioes to the ratepayers as chairman of the Quarter Sessions, chairman of the Visiting Com, mittee to the North Wales Asylum, and several other nublio offices. The county at least owe a debt of Rratitude and when they possessed an opportunity of showing it, they eleoted a man who is but a freshman in the conduct of publio business. The loss the Council will sustain npon the with. drawal of Mr Griffith can only be estimated whea the ohair is vacated. Conservatives and Radioals alike agree that the oondnotof the business is oon- Biderably facilitated by the generalship of Mr Griffith, and it is hoped by all sections of the com- munity that he will reconsider his deoision and consent ro reoocupy the office. Matters are becom- ing greatly strained in the town through the intro- duction by the Radicals of politics into every section of the administration of publio affairs. Some gentlemen who have lost time and money and given their services to the community entirely free of compensation have found it unendurable, and have withdrawn from their positions, leaving the Radicals with a free coarse to manufacture white elephants, at whioh they are fanous,to their heart's oontent. BI-MONTHLY COUNTY COURT. — TUESDAY. Before His Honour Judge Horatio Lloyd. The undefended cases were heard by the registrar, Mr T. Gold Edwards. Messrs P. and H. Lewis, timber merchants, Denbigh, sued John Richards and Thomas Roberts, of PeDmaobno, for £53 7s lOd for timber supplied. Mr J D. Williams, cf Messrs Parry Jones' offioe, appeared for defen. dant Richards, and Mr Humpbreyti, Llanrwst, for defendant Roberts,—Mr Williams, in stating the oase, saidlthe aotion was to recover the amonnt men. tioned.being the value of timber supplied to one of the defendants, as the Court would determine; In 1882, defendant Roberts wanted two honses built in Denbigh, and gave the work of building them to the defendant Richards, who went to plaintiff and gave the necessary order of timber, which was supplied. At first the only defendant was Richards,but subse- quently Thomas Roberts was added on Richards' application. In plaintiff's book Roberts' name only appeared. Richards when ordering the goods stated that he was allthorised by Roberts to order the timber. Evidence as to the books was given by Mr T. W. Salisbury, after which Richards was put into the witness-box and swore that he only owed plaintiff 93 6s. After a prolonged hearing, his Hononr gave judemint of £815s against Richards who admitted £38 of the debt, and judgment for Roberta without costs. A Sack Casp.In this oase Geo. Lewis was sued by J. Robinson for £4, being the amount alleged to be the value cf certain 8aoks.-The bearing of the case was adjourned until next court on an objeotion raised by Mr R. H. Roberts, who appeared for plaintiff; Mr J. R. Roberts appearing, on behalf of Mr Alun Lloyd, for defendant. There were no other oases of interest. RESIGNATION OF THE MAYOR OF DENBIGH. The Mayor of Denbigh, Mr W. D. W. Griffith, who was one of the Conservative candidates for the Henllan division of Denbigh, and was defeated by a majority of six votes, has tendered his resignation. The Mavor, in an address which he has issued, I have bestowed mnoh of my time in the service of the ratepayers gratuitously for many years, and endeavoured to serve them conscien- tionely in II. variety of publio capacities, and the in- gratitude they have abcown me, and the lesson tbey have given me on the first opportunity they have had of electing me by their suffrages to the adminis- tratiou of county affaire is, no donbt, unpleasant and discouraging to a publio man who has tried to do his duty bnt, personally, the result is far from beiug a matter of personal regret to me. It is a great relief to me to feel that I need DO longer perform many publio dnties-which, to me, are deoidedlv unpleasant and unsatisfactory. The eleotors have thought proper to reject me, and praotically to deolare that my aervnes are not required, and I shall give the fullest effect to their verdiot."—A correspondent writes that Ion Sunday afternoon, Councillor R. Humphreys-Roberts, solicitor, superintendent of the Welsb Church Sunday School, and a son-in- law of Mr Gee's, communicated to the sohool a letter be had received, requesting his resignation of the post of superintendent in consequence of a com- munication which bad been sent by several lady Conservatives, stating that, unless the superinten- dent resigned his office, they would withdraw their support, from the sohool. This extraordinary pro- ceeding was said to be occasioned by an alleged statement of the superintendent's on a Liberal platform, on the eve of the election, condemning the employment of labour from other towns. Upon Mr Roberts announcing his intention of resigning his office, the teachers and scholars protested, and many were deeply affected. A deputation was appointed to visit the rector, aud inform him that they would prefer to lose the support of the ladies in question rather thisn their superintendent. A ooncert arranged in aid of the Sunday School was postponed in consequence of the ladies refusing to work with the superintendent. It is freely stated.II know not with what truth, that many Conserva- tives have sent to Liberal tradesmen intimating their withdrawal of onstom, and it is stated that in roturn some of the Liberals have taken a similar coarse with reference to Conservative tradesmen. COUNTY MAOIST RATES'COURT. -WXDIINBJ)A Y.I Before Mr W. D. W. Griffith, presiding; Dr. Tumour, and Mr J. Brisooe. The Tanygiit Road.—Mr John Davies, solicitor, made another application for the Bench's authority to widen this road, mentioning that it was only seven feet wide, and not sufficient room for a man and cart to pass. The ratepayers of the district object to any expense being thrown upon them. Mr Davies said his client was willing to bear a 'I\r11 proportion of theexpense incurred in the widei);r g. The Magistrates and the Reporter.—During the hearing of the oase, a consultation took pl»co b". tween the magistrates and their clerk. A rJporter, who was sitting near, was looking towards the magistrates, and was writing, when Dr. Tumour, addressing the olerk, said: Look at that ruportor taking down a private conversation."—The Clerk (to the reporter): You must not t^ke this dc^u.— Reporter; I knew perfectly well what to report, II! r Parry Jones, without any instruction from the Bench. I am taking the magistrates' DfH1IC. After the consultation Mr Griffith withdrew, .saving he was not a new magistrate and Dr. Tu< hour, addressing the solicitor, ho sat whilst the Hench addre-sed him, said the Bench had had opinion upon the subject, aad they bad settled to lieilioe the application, believing that if they granted that application they would opeu a possible door for many others. He Gould Go to a Sarten 'Ot P:ace. William Edwards was summoned by John Bernard, game- keeper to Mr Lygter, for being on land in the occupation of Mr Riobard Lloyd in search of game. —The Keeper informed the Court that he saw the defendant on the land mentioned on the 6th inst., I at 4.30, and beard a shot, and saw a partridge fly- ing towards him with a broken leg, and on going to a fence he saw the defendant with a gun in his hand. When defendant saw tbe keeper he turned right-about and ran away to the footpath. The keeper shonted "Stop, Will, I know you." Next day he saw defendant,and charged him with the offence. He denied shooting, and told the keeper he could go to a 6&rten 'nt plaoe.-Defendant said he was on the footpath whioh went through the field, and called a witness to prove his statement, who said the keeper went to bim and asked if he had heard a shot, and witness said be had, and showed the keeper in what direction, and be saw the defendant on the footpath with a gun.—Mr Riobard Llo-d, the farmer on whose land the shooting took plaoe, said the defendant oame to him and asked for per- mission to shoot. That's all he had to tay.- Keeper: Where ?-Witnesq: That's all I have to say," and was walking out of oourt.—Mr Griffith You most answer the questions put to you.—Wit- ness That's all I know about the case."—The Bench considered the oase proved, aud !Jned the defendant 10s and 16s oosts. Shs 8tn'e and Ran Away.—Miss Jones, of Glan- olwyd, Bodfari, proseonted a servant gill named Dinah Mari& Jones, aged 15, for having stolen on the 2ist December a jackut, a pair of shoes, stock- ings, and sundry articlos of under-linen, to the value of £2. The prisoner had got up early in the morn- ing, and packed np the things and ran away. She was caught whilst begging at a policeman's house near Cheater, She had been living in a cave for a fortDight.-P.C. Powell said he reoeived the pri- soner into his custody from the Chester police, and brought her to Denbigh Superintendent Vaughan said be had tried to gain information respecting her relations, but she had not assisted them, and said they were all de&A.-The Bench thought it was a serious offence to treat Mrs Jones, of Glanolwyd, so, when she bad taken her in without character and given her employment. They would send her to a reformatory if they had that power. But they sentenced her to gaol for one month's bard labour. Setting Snares.—Morris Davies, Henllan-street, alias Moir, was sent to gaol for one month's hard labour for trespassing on the land of Captain Grif- fith, Plas Newydd, and setting rabbit snares. Several bags were found upon him. There had been 27 previous convictions for similar offences against him.

HOLYHEAD. HOLYHEAD CBORAL UNION.—The annual concert of the Holyhead Choral Union was held io the Town Hall, Holyhead, on the evening of the 17th instant, and was presided over by Admiral Mackenzie. The hall was decorated with flags, aud the flowering, plants, and shrubs on the platform lent it a geiy appearanoe, whioh was heightened by the blue scarves of the ladies and the scarlet rosettes of the gentlemen. This oboral union was formed in the autumn of 1887, for the purpose of encouraging part singing, and especially singing at sight. The present is only the second season of the Choral Union and, to show how it has increased in popularity, it is only neoessary to say that the number of msmbers bas doubled siuoe last year, being at present 60. The programme of the conoert was an exceedingly good one. As an introduction to the first part some well-known airs were played on the Welsh harp by Talynor Tegid, the harper of Llangollen, in his best style. These were followed by the per- formance of Gads's Cantata, entitled" The Erl King's daughter," the words of whioh are foanded on a Danish legend. The part of the Erl King's daughter was taken by Miss Alice Parry, R.A.M., medalist, who sang with remarkable sweetness and brilliant execution. Mies Dorothea Ramsay rendered part of Sir Oluf's Mother with great pathos. Mr Phil. E. Jones, the principal bass of Bangor Cathedral, personated Sir Oiaf, and rendered that difficult part with dramatin force and artistio feel- ing. The choruses were sung with excellent effect by the members of the Choral Union, who may well feel repaid for their past exertions and en- couraged to fresh efforts in the future. The second part of the programme was of a miscellaneous character. The first piece sung by the Choral Union was Bishop's weil-known part-song 0 by Rivers:" this was very nioely performed, the mem- bers singing with plenty of confidence, and keeping excellent time. Gaol's part-song, II The Silent Land," was also well sung, and with remarkably good expression. It was deservedly applauded, and the same may be said of Barnby's famous glee Sweet and low." The part-song for men's voices, Breathe soft ye winds," was gung unaooompanied; we can only give the performance moderate praise, for although the first verse was well rendered, there was a lack of confidence in the second, and the time was not all that could be desired. We recommend the gentlemen of the Choral Union to practice more together this we sy in perfeot good,nature and in the best possible spirit. Miss Al ioe Parry. delighted her audience by the way she rendered Purceil's beautiful song," Nymphs and shepherds." Though well-known elsewhere, we understand that this was her first appearanoe in Wales. She deservedly reoeived an entbusiastic encore, but the chairman appealed to the indul- gence of the audience to excuse her as she was suffering from a cold. Miss Dorothea Ramsay sang Fanionli Funicula," a popular Italian soug, and the chorus was taken up by several members of the ohoir. This was followed by one of the best per- formances of the evening, Gade's trio" N oyeletten," for violin, violoncello, and pianoforte, by Miss Sackville West and the Misses Pryce. Miss RaID- say also sang" 'Deryn pur," which, being loodly encored, she followed up with the Welsh song "Nos Calan," the Choral Union again joining heartilv in the choras. Mr Phil. Jones was also encored after singing with great taste and expression Lane's bari. tone song" Destiny." Great credit is due to Mr T. C. Webb, the oonduotor, for the way in whioh he has trained the choir during the practices, and for his skill with the baton at the concert, and also to Miss Backville West and Miss Evelyn Price, the accompanists. The audience was numerous and sympathetic: over 300 were present, inoluding, amongst others, the High-sheriff of Anglesey, Admiral and Mrs Mac- kenzie, Captain and Mrs Cay, Mrs Dent, Lieutenant Dent, R.N., Miss Irene Dent and party. Mrs Mar- shall, Captain F.J. Marshall, Mr R. Marshall, Mr F. Marshall, Mr Q. Marshall, Miss Adeane, Miss Winifred Saudbaoh, Mrs Haugbton, Mr and Miss Haughton, Mr J. Lloyd Griffith, Captain Gatliff, R.M.A., Miss Hagh Edwards, Miss Ellen Elliott, Miss Johnson and the Misses Priestley,Carreglwyd Mr and Mrs Smith, National and Provincial Bank; Mr Parsons, Mr T. Roberts, Mrs Pryce, Llanfair- ynghornwy; Lieutenant Henriqney, R.N., and Mrs Henriqney, &c. Xhe shipwrecked soldiers of the steamship Lee," rescued by the lifeboat two days previously, and lodged in the Sailors' Home, were, by the kindness of Captain Gatliff, R.M.A., brought to the ooncert, that they might have a pleasant evening to look back to in connection with their compulsory sojourn at Holyhead.

I HHiNEG-LWYS. THE CHURCH CLOTHING CLUB was distributed last week, when eaoh member received-througb the exertions of Mrs Thomas, the Rectory-a substan- tial bonus upon his contribution hr the last half. year. By means of this olub several poor children are assisted to procure suitable clothing for the cold winter months.-Cor.

LLANRWST. Mr W. E. Helm, of the Church Defence Institute, I addressed a' meeting at the Coueert Hall on Thursday evening. The Rev. R. Williams, vioar of Dolwyddelen, was announced to apeak in Welsh. Our report will appear next week. CORHKCTION.—In our polioe report last week it was stated that Mrs Morgan, the new tenant of the New Inn, was put in by Messrs Allsopp. This, we understand, was incorrect. Mrs Morgan rents the house from Messrs Allsopp, and she is their tenant, not their manageress. UNIVERSITY DISTINCTION. It is with much pleasure that we reoord the success of Mr W. P. Elias, sou of Mr Eiias, of the Brewery, LlanrwBt, in the recent scholarship examination at Oxford. Mr Elias received his early educetion at the Llan- rwst Grammar School, from which be obtained a junior scholarship to llossall School, and his name now appears at the head of the list of successful "rj{llJ.t", for open scholarships at Oriel College, O.i Son' The scholarship is of the annual value of £<>0. tenublb for three years, and promises for Mr IS Has a distinguished career at the university, in which wo wjh him every success. Pent t1EIl".h1S8.-At the meeting on Monday 'hern were ou the bench Mr John Blaokwall (in the chair) aud Colonel Johnstone,—George HntohinBon o"b¡¡)e maker, iiettwnycood, was summoned by P.'J. =i. O. Williams for being drunk and disorderly al LlMirwdt.He was fined lO and costs. Thomaa Jones, the collector for Liansantffrai •iutnmot.ed RGe parties tor Don-payment of rateB.

I LLANERCHYMEDD. Suiinrcy JIKATM, — We have to record with deep regret the death cf Mr William Thomas, for many yeiir? baudmaner and choir leader of this town, which occurred on Monday. He met bis death nmler the most depressing circumstances. Whilst descending theaters on Monday morning he sud- denly uveppeJ down, and died immediately, Mr Thomas was a sincere Chnrchman, and was for many years oonduotor of the oburch ohoir; Much sympathy is felt for his bereaved widow and family in this neighbourhood. ENTERTAINMENT.—On Wednesday evening Captain Fritoh?rd-Rftyner, of Treacawen, who is well. known in this nei?hbocrhood for bis liberality and for his timely assistance to every è eser!ig cause, gave his popular entertainment entitled 11 Tbe exposure of spiritualism and sleight-of-hand to a crowded audience at the New Hall, Llanercbymedd. The Rev. R. Jones, rector of Llandyfrydog, occupied the chair, and in the oodrse of his remarks referred to the squire of Tresoawen in most eulogistio terms- He said a heavy debt still remained on Llanfihangel- tre'rbeirdd Church, which is situated some few miles from Llanerchymedd, after its re- dedication, fand that it occurred to him to ask the gallant oaptain to assist him in his effort to liq aidate the debt, and who, he was glad to state, readily consented to do anything that lay in his power in that direction. He then called upon Captain Pritohard Rayner to proceed with his performance, which was thoroughly enjoyed by the audience, oausing frequent roars of laughter to many present.—Mr George Jones Hughes proposed a vote of thanks to the gallant captain for his en. joyable entertainment, whici was seconded and oarried amidst ringing cheer. Then For he is a jolly good fellow" was sunginjexcellent style by the audienoe. During the performance Miss Barker, of Llanerchymedd, and Miss Jones, the Rectory, Llandyfrydog, presided at the piano, and they did their part with much credit. This was admittedly one of the most successful entertainments that has been held in this town for many years, and it is hoped a handsome sum has been realised by it, which will be devoted towards liquidating the debt on Llan- tihangeltre'rbeirdd Church.

I- LLANBERIS. A SUCCESSFUL ENTERTAINMENT.—A most success- ful entertainment, under the auspices of several ladies of the neighbourhood, was given at the club room. on the 10th inst., in aid of the new organ for St. Padarn's Church, the piece ohosen for repre- sentation being entitled Little Toddlekins," a comic drama by Charles Mathews. The oharaoters were most ably and oreditably sustained by the following ladies and lIentlemen :-Mr Taylor Morgan, Mr F. Picton Jones, Mr Picton Jones, Mrs Meickleston Allen, Miss Handa and Miss F. Row- lands. Special mention may be made of the excellent acting of Mr F. Pioton Jones, whilst Mrs Meiokleston Allen,) as one of the smallest" and pertest" of domestios, elicited loud applause. In the intervals between the tableaux, some most effeotive songs were rendered by the Rev. James Salt and Mr J. Williams, Carnarvon, also a har- monium solo by Mr Merris Williams and a cornet solo by Mr Parry, to the evident enjoyment of the large and lasbionilble audienoe. The tableaux selected were all of a oomical oharaoter, the parts being taken throughout by Mrs Allen and Master J. Rowlands. "Darby and Joan" desoriptive of preparations for their Christmas dinner, and the iaevitable surfeit which usually follows it. You dirty boy (Pears Soap) and" before marriage and after," the latter conveying the excellent moral that it is possible to marry in baste and repent at leisure. "God save the Queen brought a most enjoyable evening to a close, it being the universal hope and wish that it wonld be the first of a similar series of entertainments.—Correspondent. THE CauBoH MISSION.-It will doubtless afford muoh pleasure to those of your valuable paper's numerous readers, who admire the old Churoh of our fathers, to bear that the mission conducted last week lit St. Padarn's Charcb by the Rev. E. T. Davies, B.A., vicar of Aberdovey, turned out a great tncoess. Great assistance in preparing the minds of the parishioners in the distriot was rendered to the clergy by a faithful1>and of'Cbnrcb- workers who carried out most carefully the distri- bution of all the papers that usually precede a mission. On Saturday evening, the 12th inst., and the following Sunday, sermons were preached by the ministers of the parish; and on Mon- day evening, the 14th, the missioner 'entered upon his work in earnest, and preaohed every night of the week most powerfully to large congregations which continued to increase until last Sunday night, when the spaoions building was over- crowded. The number of those that joined the Chnrch during the mission was 30. The Holy Eucharist was administered on Wednesday and Friday mornings to about 40 devout worshippers. The meetings for women and ohildren were much better attended than expected. On Saturday after. noon, at 2.30 o'cloek, a temperance leoture was delivered at the eld churoh, and we trnst that the impression made will be lasting. The sight last Snnday mornin at ten o'clock wag snob I :ntaYmaohnfeart of teveclOe Christian leap for joy, when as many 08 104 came forward to partake of the Lord's Snppr. We feel that the praiseworthy efforts of the able missioner have been under God's blessing, instrumental to arouse, convince and edify, many of those that, regularly attended the services and we expect that the mission will be beneficial, not only to the Church in this place, but also to the neighbourhood at large. During the mission services we noticed several of the neighbouring clerllY, and especially the Rev. J. T. Jones, vicar of Llandinorwio, who, in the absence of the Rev. E. T. Davies, impres- sively addressed the communicants on Friday morning.—Correspondent

LLANDUDNO. ORGAN RECITAL—Mr C. Shrnbsole-Turner announces a resital in Trinity Church next Tues- day evening, in aid of the improvements fund. Ma DENBIGH COOPRS is performing at the Theatre Royal, Birmingham, in the pantomime Dick Whittington." THE ANNUAL MEETING of the Welsh Mission School will take place on Thursday next at the St. George's Hall. There will be singing, reciting, &c., and a very pleasant evening is expected. THE PRIMROSE LEAGUE entertainment next Mon- dav evening is expected to be a very successful gathering, Lady Augnsta Mostyn having kindly con- sented to exhibit a magic lantern. LITERARY AND DEBATING SOCIETY.—A parliament- ary debate will take plaoe this evening (Friday) at 7.30 p.m., when Mr John Littler will move "That the Episcopal Church in Wales is not alien," which Mr W. O. Williams will oppose. The subject is an interesting one, and likely to draw a good honse. REEs HAD Him.-At a special sessions on Friday, before Dr. Jas. Nicol and Dr. Dalton, John Garvin, plumber, was committed to fourteen days' hard labour for stealing a shilling from the till at the Alexandra Hotel. The prisoner was apprehended by P.C. William Rees as he was about to leave the town. CHRIST CHURCH (ENGLISH CON GRE(;ATIONAL),-The Rev. Geo. E. Catlin is delivering on Sunday even- ing a series of sermons dealing with Incidents in the life of St. Paul." Next Sunday evening the sermon will be on St. Paul's conversion." THE RIFLE) VOLUNTEERS.—We understand that there are a number of vacancies to bring the Llan- dudno detachment up to its full strength. Toung men wishing to join should signify their intention of doing so at an early date. The men drill now in the Pavilion, which in the winter months is well- suited for that purpose. CONFIRMATION SKRV^CK.—On Tuesday morning there was a large congregation to witness the con- firmation of twenty-seven younp people by the Bishop of Bangor, who delivered an earnest address. The rector (Rev, J. Morgan), also Revs. W. Lewis and H. L. James, were present. THE WORKWOMEN'S DWELLINGS COMPANY. The statement of acoonnts for the year 1888 has just been issued. The balance in hand on December 31st, 1887, amounted to L156 13a 9d. Rents reoeived during the year 1888, 9572 9s. After paying expenses and a dividend of five per cent. for four months ending December 31st, 1887, there is a balance in hand amounting to JE263 4s 2d. Dr. Jas. Nicol, J.P., Is chairman of the company.) MESSRS J. WARD AND SON have recently removed to spacious show-rooms at No. 104, Mostyn-street, where a splendid stock of household requisites can be obtained. Messrs Ward and Son are an old- established firm of cabinet-makers, who manufac- tnre their own goods at workshops behind the Brooklyn Hotel, A glance at the stock shows that the articles are well and handsomely made. We would advise any who are requiring spring furnish- ing to see the stock allnded to, above. See adver- tisement in another colnmn. LLANDUUNO BRANCH OF THE Y.W.C.A,-The members, having received a kind invitation to tea from Mra and Miss Hindle, assembled in a room lent by the rector, on Tuesday evening, Jannary 15th, the partv including a few friends, nnmbered ahout 100. The tables were not only well laden, but also prettily decorated. Lady Augusta Mnstyn (president) wrote expressing warm interest in the meeting, but her inability to attend on account of absence from home. Mrs Jones Williams and Mra Philippi kindly contributed to the interest of the meeting, the former by reading an amusing narrative, the latter by singing songs, followed by the MiaseB Haydn, Evans, and Roberts. Miss Hindle, secretary, in her annual statement, showed what progress had been made during the past year, and named that Miss Tudor had accepted the offioe of treasurer for this branch. LLANDUDNO AUXILIARY BRANCH NORTH WALKS DISTRICT OF TEN ROYAL SOCIETY FOB THE PREVENTION OF CSUELTY TO ANim&Lo.-The annual meeting of this branch was held on Friday last at the redi. denfll of III W. Woodward, bon. treasurer, Methven, Churoh Walks, Llandndno. Amongst those present were Mr Woodward, Rev, N. L. James, Miss Fisher, Miss Hazledine, Miss Howard, and others. The Rev. N. L. James was elected chairman. The local secretary, Mr John Morri3, read the minutes of the last maeting, and also the annual report of the distriot inspector (Mr Clarke). which, upon the motion of the Chairman, seconded by Mr Woodward, were unanimously approved of, and directed to be printed and circulated. The yearly accounts having been passed, the Chairman proposed a vote of thanks to Inspector Clarke (who is leaving on promotion to Tenby, Pembrokeshire) for the work done during tho last twelve months, there being an increase of twelve convictions. He also regretted that the inspector was leaving the district, and wished him sacoess in his new station. Mr Woodward seoonded, and the proposition was carried, the inspector being congratulated. Inspector Clarke in reply said I thank yon, ladies and gentlemen,but I have only tried to do my duty, and I am sure my successor, Inspector Rigg, who is appointed from Truro, Cornwall, will do as well as I have done to give satisfaction. great treat isin store "CINDERELLA is ComiNa.-A great treat isin store next week at the Pavilion, the popular pantomime from the Royalty Theatre, Chester. being announced for production, under the management of Mr John G. Brett, the noted oomedian, late of the Strand Theatre, Loudon, and who has also appeared at the principal American theatres. The Pavilion stage is large and well adapted for a pantomime, and as a first-class entertainment of the kind is rare in North Wales we should advise the residents tc, embraoe the opportunity. We believe arrangements are made for a late train every evening to the Junction. The following extraots from the Chester papers show that the company has been most successful there -Chester Guardian: It is evident Mr Harold L. Hilliard's clever creation contains in it all the ele- ments of success. There is a refreshing sparkle and go about the libretto, the scenery and all the stage accessories are on a scale of dazzling splend- our, and no expense has been spared to make the Christmas treat worthy of support from all classes. The transformation scene entitled 1 Cupid's Bower,' is in itself a marvel of soenio display. Altogether the pantomime bids fair to rank as the best we have had in Chester."— Chester Chronicle: The company has been very carefully selected, and em- I b::nnha:D!:mflllr:tefa;'vli:: actresses, and dancers. The ballet has reoeived more than ordinary attention, aud baa been selected with due regard to experience and aptness, as well as to appearance. We are Able to congratulate Mr Hilliard (the author) on having produced a bright and smart work, a decided improvement on recent pantomimes and, instead of treating the opening part as a dull necessity, the writer has introduced a lot of smart reparts.F, Cheshire Observer "Major- General Playfair has reason for congratulation on the success of his first pantomime in Chester. The book which owes its authorship to Mr Harold L. Hilliard, B.A., gives a nicely dished up version of the nnrsery-room heroine's romance, while the all-important element, the scenic effect, has been studied to good purpose by those responsible for the production. For the company of performers en- trusted with the representation we have nothing hut praise. "—We may add that the pantomime will be prodnoed in Llandndno exactly as at Chester, the same company, scenery, dresses, properties, and effects. THIS PIRR COMPANY AND THE ELECTRIC LIGHT.— The annual meeting of the-shareholders of the above company is announced for the 31st inst. at the Pier offices. We nnderstand that the directors recommend for adoption by the shareholders a scheme for lighting the Pavilion by electricity. We subjoin a copy of the thirteenth annual report of the directors to be considered on the 31st :l. The directors have much'pleasure in submitting to the proprietors the account and balance sheet for the year ending the 31st December, 1888. They show, as yon will no doubt be phased to see, a gross revenue from all eonrcee of E3352 12s 4d, against A gross revenue of JE6049 13s 9d in 1887. the excess amounting to the handsome Fum of E2302 18, 7d, 2. The working and other xponses (inoluding iC1071 129 lid interest on 1st and 2nd mortgages) amounted to E6226 15s 3d, against R5558 18s 8d in 1887. In this amount is included E1337 3s 8d spent on repairs, renewals, materials, labour, and men's wages, in comparison with Ellgl 2s 8d similarly spent in 1887. 3. The nett profit of the year's working, as shown in the balance sheet, amounts to ;£t:!125 17s ld, in comparison with E490 15s Id in 1887, and the aggregate of these two sums leaves a balance of E2616 12s 2d available for dividend and other purposes as suggested in paragraph No. 5. 4. As yoa all know, the Pier and Pavilion are lighted (very imperfectly indeed) ty means of gas, but to this mode of lighting there are several serious objections. 1st. Gas adds very greatly to the heat of the hall and to the consequent discomfort of the audience when crowded, as it almost always is at the evening concerts. 2nd. It contaminates as well as heats the air, and renders it unwholesome. 3rd. It adds greatly also to the risk of fire and therefore panic. Such being the oase, the installation of the electric light, has long being in the minds of the directors, and we havs now decided to reoommend its adoption. The great advanta2e& of this beautiful light are that it is a much better illaminant than gas, while we believe it will be no more costly; that it gives out no perceptible amount of beat; that it neither consumes oxygen nor contaminates the air; and it reduces the risk of fire to a minimum—a most important consideration in all etructures- fitted as this is for theatrical and such like purposes. Several first-class firms have tendered for this work, and we have accepted that of Messrs Swan, Edison and Company, as being the most suitable and relatively the cheapest. Their tender is 21116, and it is proposed to spread this amount over three years by a suspense fund 5. As repards the disposal of the balance of f2616 12s 2d shown in the account, we propose as follows:-let. That R10474s be devoted to the pay- ment of a dividend of five per cent. on the reduced capital. 2nd. That E500 be set aside as a reserve fund. 3rd. That f243 be kept on deposit at the bank to meet interest on the two mortgages (due in February and March) and the premium on in- surance, amounting to £ 37 and due in April. 4th. That £372 be set apart to cover the first instalment of the electric contract. 5th. That the remainder £ 458 8s 2d be kept in hand to meet current and other expenses that may ariae between now and the ocmmenoement of the season. 6. The direotors who retire from the Board are the following --Mr George Perks, Dr. Thomas, and Dr. James Nicol. They are all eligible for re-election, and they offer themselves accordingly. 7. A blank form of proxy is enlosed for the use of those who are nnable to attend the meeting, and who wish to be repre- sented.-flv order of the directors, JAuza NICOL, chairman SAMUEL HuonEg, secretary. THE COUNTY COUNCIL ELECTION. The polling stations opened at eight o'clock on Thursday morning at the Board Schools. Llovd- street, and the National Schools, Church-walks. The candidates were Mr Richard Conway, iron- monger, Mostvn-streefc, who came out entirely on non-political lines, offering his servioes to the rate- payers as a man who has for p,.rs taken a graat interest in public affairs, and who, M a large rate- payer, would see that the county business is tran- sacted with due economy as well as efficiency. This is. after all, the proper standpoint to take, haviniz in view the dnties that the Council will have to perform. Those who know Mr Conway are perfectly aware that, althongh a strong Con- servative, he is a man who can drop politics when occasion requires, and do what is best for the rate- nayers. The other two candidates, Messrs John Jones, Central Buildings, and Mr Elias loose, 5. Glanymor-terrace, came out as Liberals, and sought to make the fight a strictly political and sectarian one. Not a stone was left unturned by their partizans to intro- duce as much personal bitterness into the fight as could be poasiMy imparted. Any Liberal who dared to hint in the most shadowy manner. that he would give one vote for Mr Conway was dnbbed a sycophant and other elegant selections from the extreme Radical vocabulary. 10neortwo of the to sycophants" were, however, almost implored to nominate the Radioal candidates, but naturally declined with thanks after the delicate insinuations which had appeared in print about them. The candidates had all worked. hard. They can- vassed the electors in a very thorough manner. The Liberal candidates were particularly zealous in this direction, their efforts beinr to induce Mr Con- way's supporters to give one of them a vote instetid of plumping for Conway. Doubtless a good num- ber took that advice. The weather was not at all pleasant on Thursday. The sky was leaden, and occasionally a drizzling rain prevailed. Voting at both stations was slow in the morning until noon, when for two honrs the attendance of electors was brisk. A good deil of fog prevailed as to which ohoole the eleotors should ballot at. The candidates had sent oat instructions whioh were not very clear, and the numbers given on the register differed considerably. At the Board Schools Mr E. W. Johnson, solicitor, was the presiding officer Mr A. Foulkes appeared for Mr Conway, and Mr T. W. Griffith for the Messrs Jones. Mr Geo. H. Pugh, solicitor (the returning officer) presided at the National Schools; Mr Morris. sohoolmaster, appearing for Mr Conway, and Mr E. J. Watkins for the Liberal candidates. It was a mistake to arrange for all the lady voters to vote at the top schools,as it necessitated a long and anpteaMnt w..lk from the Eglwygrhos end of the district, except for those who rode in Mr Thomas Barker's oarriage, which was placed at the disposal of the Messrs Jones. The votee were counted at the offices of the re- turning officer, the process commencing at 8.30 p.m. PETTY SESSIONS.—MONDAY. Before Dr. James Niool. Dr. Dalton, and Dr. Bold Williams. Tramp Sleeping in a Railway Carriage.—Wm. Hughes, a lad about 16 years old, was in custody charged with sleeping in a railway saloon carriage at the station on Saturday night. Mr Machin, tb& stationmaster, said he must press the charge, as offenders in the same way were frequent. Aboat a week ago a saloon was obtained for Colonel Mawson. and some fellow slept in it and made it in a terrible mess.-The Prisoner said he came from Anglesey, and had been in Llandudno a fort- night. He had beea loialnothing, and slept in the boats. He had not a penny in his pocket.—The Bench did not like to send the boy to prison and,in reply to Superintendent Williams, said he would go to the workhouse. On this ground he wss discharged, promising to go to the workhouse nntil he found a situation. The Drink.-James Hughes, sailor, Llan- dudno, was summoned for being drunk and riotous at the Royal Oak, Llandndno, on the 24th alt., and was further charged with a similar offence on Christmas Day.-The Defendant: It was the same drunk (laughter). -P.C. Breese and P.C. Rees proved the offences.—The defendant made out he was led astray by some friends who asked him to sing. A man named Edward Williams struck him and made him dimlrderly.-Defendant was fned 10s and costs in the first case, and 5s and costs in the second. James Jones, plumber, was summoned for being drunk and disorderly in Mostyn-street.-P. C. Rees proved the caBe.-The Chairman: You have been a teetotaler some time ? —Defendant; Yes. I have not touched it for a long time. It was quite an accident.—The Chair- man Did you sign the pledge ?—Defendant: No; but I have not touched it.—The Chairman: You registered a vow in heaven.—We hope you will go back to teetotalism, and keep it. Excise Prosecutions.—Walter Beaumont and John Phillips,Penrhyn, were summoned for taking,kill- ing, and pursuing" pheasants on the 22nd October- Mr R. S. Chamberlain appeared for the defendant Phillips. Mr Purdon, excise supervisor, conducted the proseoution.— Alfred Marshall, gamekeeper, in the employ of Lady Augusta Mostyn, said he was on duty near Penrhyn Farm 4.45 p.m. on the 22ad October. Went towards a cover, as he heard several shots. He saw a pheasant fall in a field farmed by Mr Phillips. He was not quite sure who fired that shot but, Mr Phillips was on the aide where the pheasant fell. While Phillips was after the bird, Beaumont beat up another and Phillips hot it. There were three shot.—Mr Chamberlain We do not dispute who shot the pheasants.- Witness Beaumont bad a gun with him.-Crose- etamined He knew the cover did not belong to Lady Augusta Mostyn. The cover was on the Penrhyn Farm, which joined Gloddaeth Issa. He did not trespass on Phillips land to get to tbe defendants. He kept on the public footpath. The next cover would be 300 yards awav from the defendants. Phillips told him he had a licence.-Robert Jones, a clerk at the post- office, remembered the defendant John Phillips calling FAt the offioe for an occasional game licence just after the daily account had been completed at six p.m. Did not grant the licence as the, account for the day had just been balanced up. Defendant had not to his knowledge called earlier in the day for the licence. For the defence Mr Chamberlain called Evan Harris Williams, who said he was in. vited to Penrhyn Farm to shoot on the 22nd October (Monday). On the previous Satnrday evening he was in the defendant's shop,and defendant gave him 20s to get the licence for him. Witness did not get it and did not go to shoot.—Defendant Beaumont said he had a gun licence, and went into the wood after a rabbit. He bad no dogs. He did not shoot any game nor pursue any.The Bench decided that a technical offence had been committed by Phillips; but, as they believed the evidence of Mr E. H. Wil- liams,the fine would be only 5s and costs. Thecase against Beaumont would be dismissed. Defective Scales.—Evan Jones, butcher, Mostyn- street, was summoned by Superintendent Williams for having in his shop two scales, one of them eight drachms and the other nine drachms unjust to the customer.Defendant said be did not know any- thing about the scales, as he left everything in the shop to the management of his foreman. He had two farms to look after.-The shopman stated that the scale was nearly a new one that was nine drachms short. His predecessor did something to it to make it balance properly.—Superintendent Williams stated that a piece of lead had been out from the bottom of the scale. The Bench quite exonerated the defendant from any intention to de. fraud the public, but he was at the same time re- sponsible for the state of the scales, and must be fined 10s and costs. Maintenance Order.-Hugh Roberts, labourer, was, on the application of Superintendent Williams^ ordered to contribute Is 6d per week towards the maintenance of his little girl, who was recently sent to an industrial school by order of the magis- trates.

PWLLHELI. BOROUGH MAGISTRATES' COURT, Tuesday.—Before Mr Edward Jones (Mayor).Hawking Without a. Licence.—Mary Davies was seen by P.C. Owen hawking in North-street on the previous day, and when asked for her licence, she said she had not got, one but her husband had, and she bad come out without bim.—Discharged with a caution. PICTTY SEMIONAL CoURT, January 18th.-Magis. trates present: Mr B. T. Ellis (chairman). Major Lloyd Evans, and Mr Robert Carreg.Mr 0, Lewis Edwards made an application to the Benoh for tbe transfer of licence of the Butobers' Arms, Pwllheli, to one Lewis Lloyd, of Blaenau Festiniog. -The Magistrates refused the application. William Rowlands, Mynytho, car driver, v. Ovosc Williams, Caecerrig, Llangian.—Summons for- Aisautt.—It appears that on the 2nd inst. tbe com- plainant was in drink ,and he assaulted the defend- ant. There was a cross summons issued.—After hearing the evidence, both parties were bound over for twelve months in X20 to keep the peace.—Mr O. Lewis Edwards appeared for complainant, and Mr T. Roberts, Portmadoo (holding a brief for Mr Arthen O. Owen, Pwllheli), was for defendant. John Williams (father of tbe defendant in the pre. vions case) v. William Rowlands, Mynytho.- Summons to Keep the Peace.-The defendant went to complainant's house on tbe above date and threatened to kill the old man, who is 72 years of age.—The defendant was bound over for twelve months in the sum of E20 to keep the peace.-The same legal gentlemen were engaged in this case al in the previous case. Bastardy. Adjourned Casc.-Mary Williams v. Evan Hnmphreys.—This case again occupied the Court for some time, the evidence on both sides being of a conflicting nature, a great number of witnesses being called.—Ulti- mately the Beuch dismissed the cue.—Mt Ivor Parry appeared for complainant, and Mr Thomas Roberts, Portmadoc, was for defendant.

RUTHIN. AN EMPLOYEES' DANCE.—On Tuesday night the servants at Llanbedr Hall had their annual dance and supper. Many friends were invited and the event was an enjoyable one, thanks to Mr and Mrs Denton. The music was supplied by Mr Jones, harpist, Denbigh. A SUCCESSFUL ENTERTAINMENT.—An entertain- ment of a most enjoyable nature was given in the National School, Llanfair, on Friday evening. The programme consisted of ooioely. dOIH, aud iustrumental music, and the following took part: Mr aud Mrs Currey, Bryn Mair; Mr Shadwell, London; Miss Tayleur, Miss M. Freeborn, Miss Davies, Bala; Mils Humphreys, Ruthin; Miss Kate Owen, Mr James Owen, flaufair; and Mr D. Thomas, Llanfair. The proceeds were in aid of the National School, and were, as usual, thoroughly successful. WHITE GLOVES FOR THE COUNTY COURT JCDOR.— On Wednesday the usual bi-monthly County Conrt was held, and there were 81 new plaints which were heard before the Registrar, Mr William Lloyd. There was one judgment case, but by consent it was p03tponed,and therefore the Judge (Mr Horatio Lloyd)did not attend. COUNTY MAGISTRATES' COURT. —Monday Before the Rev. the Warden, Captain Coh., and Dr. Jenkins. Bedfellows Quarrelling-Willlam Birch, Rathic was summoned by Pnce Roberts, a. youth, for assaulting him on January 6th. It seems that the defendant and plaintiff oocupied thu same bed. room at a farm-house, wbern they were employed when, on the morniug in question, IL quarrel arow between them, aud defendant smacked the bov with an article of wearing apparel. Mr Edward Roberts defeaded.-The case was dismissed, plain, tiff being ordered to pay the costs. Struck on the Heye and the Harm." John Stone, a vagrant, was summoned by P.C. Thomas for being drunk and disorderly in Mwrog-street on the previous Saturday night. From the evident of the constable it appeared that prisoner had been taking too muoh intoxicating liquor, with there.