The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

PORTMADOC. ON LEAVE.—Among those home on leave are Ptes. Willie Ivor Jones, High-street; Jos. ^Griffith, High-street, Tremadoc; Henry Wil- liams, Chapel-street; and Edward Brown. FOOD CONTROL.—Mr. D. Fowden Jones, J.P., and Mr. J. E. Griffith, executive officer, have been appointed to represent Glaslyn Committee on the District Joint Food Control » Committee. OBITUARY.-Mr. Wm. Williams, Tynllan, 1 Llanfihangel-y-Pennant, a well known agricul- turist in South Carnarvonshire, died on Thurs- day at the age of eighty-six years. NAUTICAL.—Mr. L. J. Jones, son of Capt. and Mrs. Evan Jones, "Gomerian," Borthygest, has qualified as second mate. MEAT SHORTAGE.—Commencing this week Portmadoc butchers have decided to close the:- shops for the present on three days of the week, opening only on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. FUNERAL.—The funeral of Mrs. Beckett, Snowdon-street, mother of Mrs. Christmas Jones and Mrs. Holloway, who had made her 'home for the past fifteen years with Mr. and Mrs. Christmas Jones, took place at the 'Cemetery, the Revs. D. Jenkins, vicar, and J. James, Penmorfa, officiating. The chief mourn- ers were Mrs. Holloway, Mr. and Mrs. Christmas Jones, Nurse Mainley, Messrs. Simon Jones, Llwynmafon, Henry Roberts, Pensyflog, David Jones, J. Gas Jones, E. Lloyd Hum- phreys, Tremadoc, Robert Roberts and David Willi r in Illldertaker. Deceased was eighty s of age. RED CROSS.—The 1917 balance sheet of Portmadoc branch has been issued showing Hhat the balance in hand lias increased during "thfli year from £39 12s. 8d. to £40 19s. 2d. The Hr-eol treasurer is Mrs. John Evans, 9, High-1 fh-eet, and the accounts were audited by Mr. -J. T. Jones, the Bank. EARLY CLOSING.—Several of the trades- fcnw feel disposed to close iheir shops on the «eav Tays of the week at six, on Fridays at 7 ifcnt a Saturdays at 8. No one would suffer fn" cnvenience if that were done and it would wie: a saving in light and in time. 1" íD THAW.—There was about six inches 4of n> on the streets on Wednesday morning -of In-st week. A thaw set in about eight O'clock and by mid-day the snow had practically «H85"ared from the streets and the surround- ing V SONAL.—Mr E Jones, Clenneney Farm, is laid > with serious illness. AP. OINTMENT.—Mr. W. O. Williams Chapel-street, has been appointed telephonist at a Government factory in the district. PEHSONAL. Mr. J. McMillan, assistant -clerk of the Urban Council, has resumed his duties after an absence through illness of nine Veeks. CONFIRMATION.—The Bishop of Bangor held a confirmation service at St. John's Church on Saturday week. There were candi- dates from Criccieth, Llanystumdwv, Bcadd- gelert Garn, and Portmadoc. HISTORY OF METHODISM. The Rev. Henry Hughes, Brvnkir, has been for over th;rty years collecting material for a history of thn C.M. Churches of Lleyn and Eifionydd f- i their inception in the early part of the < leenth century, Mr. Hughes is regarded as went and accurate historian, but owing to icing years he finds himself unable to com- the task. The Monthly Meeting has -.ved an arrangement to ask Mr. Edward 'S, Penmorfa, to be joint author with Mr. )le9 in the writing of the history of the rches in Lleyn-, and Eifionydd. Mr. Davies ts.iys the Portmadoc Presbyterian Magazine) is himself a keen historian and a master of good Welsh literary style as all the readers of his historv to Portmadoc know. TABLEAUX.—On Monday, Tuesday, Wednes- day and Thursday evenings of last week St. •John's Church Children's Guild performed the Bethlehem Tableaux in Welsh on the first three nights and in English on Thursday night. "The performances were largely attended and were extremely well sustained by the children. The leading parts were taken by Misses Eliz. Owen, Kate Owen, Eira Ingham Jones, Milly Kirkhope, Marian Kirkhope, Masters Elvet Lewis, G. Humphreys, Jack Jenkins, Gwilym Williams, and Leslie McMillan. They were trained by Mrs. Jenkins, Vicarage, and the "performances reflected credit on the teacher. Mr. Hayman and Mr. G. Humphreys were ■stage managers and Miss Gwen Owen and Miss Gwen Jones assisted in dressing the «hi'.dren. THE LATE MR. W. JONES, PENYCLOG- WYN.—Mr. Wm. Jones, Penyclogwyn, who had been in failing health for some time, passed away on Thursday morning at the age of forty-eight years. He was the second son of Richard and Eilen Jones, who lived years ago at 19, Lombard-street. On the death of their parents the children removed to Peny- "Clogwyn about twenty-five years ago. William Jones and his eldest sister Kate, who died last August, carried on the farm. Mr. Wm. Jones took deep interest in religious matters. He was undoubtedly one of the most wide1.v-read "Itlen in Wa!es in theology, both ancient and modern. He had a retentive memory and --eouid reproduce almost verbally any sermon he heard and quote long passages from ser- mons he heard many years ago. He took a prominent part at Garth C.M. Church and was keenly interested in the public work of the church. "His death leaves a gap in our 'Church," says one of Garth leaders, which it will be very difficult to fill. He was a great believer in the Sunday School and was a zealous and highly intelligent teacher. In his younger days he was a frequent competitor in local cisteddfodau and won many prizes wit's essays and recitations, especially recitations. II, was a dramatic Welsh reciter, his performance of works such as 'Wil Bryan,' showing his- "trionic gifts of a high order. His brother who died in 1891 was a student at Bala College and a very promising preacher. His youngest brother (the Rev. R. W. Jones, M.A., pastor of "Cerlan C.M. Church, Bethesda) is equally gifted as a preacher." Sympathy is extended to the latter and to the surviving sisters. In- terment was made on Monday at Portmadoc Cemetery.

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'e'¡ TOWYN. Private Harry Edwards, son of Mr. and Mrs J. Cadvali Edwards; Quartermaster-sergeant R. Id. Williams, from the East Coast; end Sergt. R. White have been home on leave. A prayer meeting, under the "uspices of the B.W.T.A., was held at the Welsh C.M. School- room on Wednesday Mrs. Jones, Gwvnfa, anl Mrs. Liaa Davies, Station-road, spoke and others took part. Lieut. H. Jones, of Erw'rporthor, is at Guy s Hospital suffering from throat t-ouble

(Continued from previou column.) I 10 be tackled at present. Sooner or later, how- ever, it would have to be-tackled. Dr. Horkins submitted his report of exam- inations of patients for the quarter ending December 31st. Twenty-eight patien had been examined of whom thirteen were found in- fected, nine not suffering, and six suspects to be kept under observation. Mr. L. J. Davies presented the report of the Finance Committee recommending the following Increases in /salaries to the staff:—Mr. W. Harvey Jones up to jE90 and Miss Lilian Mor- gan C45. The Committee decided to ask the Insurance Commissioners to reconsider their previous decision regarding the Treasurer's salary. Estimated expenditure, salaries and administration, £423 including E,235 officers' salaries. Total incofhe of the Committee Y,2,145, expenditure £2,095, leaving a balance of JE50. The Treasurer stated that in September the Commissioners wrote for a return showing the income and expenditure of the Committee from 1914 to 1916. The total income amounted to E2,145 and expenditure £ 2,095. That would provide a reminder to the Comnrssioners when they felt inclined to threaten the Committee again for contracting, impending deficits. (Cheers.) The Committee, on the proposition of Dr. Hugh Jones, Blaenau, decided to ask the sanction of the Commissioners to the allocation of 3s. 6d. per day sustenance allowance to members in lieu of the 2s. 6d. now allowed in visw of the great increase in the price of food. Mr. J. M. James—But we are implored to eat less food. (Laughter.) Mr. Hugh Joiies-So we do, but the less we eat the more we have to pay. (Laughter.) _u_

1 Portmadoc Sessions. YOUNG-THIEF, Friday, before Jonathan Davies (chairman) D. FowdeB Jones, J. R. Owen, and Ellis Griffiths, EtfCfrs. Hugh Jones, Tynpistyll, Garn, was cliarged by P.C. Jones-, Garn, with stealing 7s., the property of Miss Elizabeth Jones, -Tanycoed- terrace, Garn.-Miss Jones stated that between December 3rd and 14th she left her home and when she returned three j51 Treasury notes, 7s. in silver, and a money box containing coppers [had been stolen from her.house which she re- [ ported to the police.—P.C. Jones said when he I accused defendant he denied the charge several [ ffmes, but eventually admitted that he had taken the 7s. He said he visited the house afterwards, but Hannah Jones (Miss Jones's mother) was present and he asked her for the loan of a book. The accused, who is over fifteen years of age, was engaged at a farm, but he ran away from the farm and refused to work.—The defendant admitted having taken the 7s. from a small purse and stated that he could not work on the farm whilst that trouble weighed on his mind. He was ready to go back to the farm if released.—He was bound over for twelve months and ordered to pay £1 costs

Merioneth Insurance Committee. TREATMENT OF TUBERCULOSIS PATIENTS. Merioneth Insurance Committee met on Thursday at Dolgellev, present, Mr. Edward Williams, vice-chairman, presiding. There were also present Messrs. R. T. Jones, Pen- rhyn; David Williams, H. H. Evans, Hugh Jones, Dr. Richard Jones, J. M. Jones, L. J. Davies, Wm. Owen, Dr. John Jones, J. Mooth- Ion James, Towyn; John Lumley, Aberdovey; J. Lloyd Owen, Bala; Wm. Lloyd, J. R. Thomas. Barmouth; Mrs. Jones, Bala; Miss Edwards, Llanuwchllyn; Miss Parry, Carrog; D. D. Jones, Dolgelley; Joseph Williams, Blaenau: Dr. E. Lewys-Llovd, county medical .officer; Dr. Hopkins, Welsh Memorial medical 'officer; Mr. R. Guthrie Jones, clerk; and Mr. R. Barnett, treasurer. The Chairman welcomed Mrs. Dr. Roberts, Corwen, who had been appointed to succeed the late Mrs. W. O. Williams, whose death they all regretted, and Miss Jones, Dolgelley, to succeed Mr. Wm. Evans, who had removed to Machynlleth. On the proposition of Dr. Richard, Jones, it was decided to congratulate Mr. Joseph Davies, Cardiff, on the inclusion of his name in the royal honours list. Dr. Jones said that Mr. Davies was the only person connected with the county who had been mentioned in the list. Mr. and Mrs. Davies deserved the gratitude of the county for their great efforts in connection with the establishment of child welfare centres. Through the instrumentality of Mr. and Mrs. Davies Merioneth had been one of the first counties in Wales to make progress in that direction. Mr. L. J. Davies, in seconding the vote, said Mr. and Mrs. Davies took keen interest in all movements connected with the county. Dr. Lewys-L'ovd in supporting the vote said Merioneth had now seven active centres thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Davies. The Chairman welcomed Dr. Hopkins, the newly-appointed tuberculosis official, and hoped he would be able to assist in the compilation of statistics showing what had become of the various; patients who had been dealt with under tuberculosis regulations. Dr. Hughes, in acknowledging the welcome, J said he should be glad to assist the Committee in every possible way. j letters were read from Mr. J. R. Evans- Blaenau, and Miss Appleton, Corwen, regret- ting enforced absence. Dr. E. Lewys-Lloyd, replying to a question J .irisina; from a letter from the Commissioners respecting the surcharge made by the Panel Committee against Dr. O. T. Jones, late Blaenau .Festiniog, said the Committee had given every possible consideration to the matter and had nothing further to add. The Com- missioners asked for further particulars and the Committee would further consider the matter at their next meeting. They had to act most carefuily in those matters. It was diffi- cult to know what further information they really could afford the Commissioners. While on that matter Dr. Lewys Lloyd added that all the other doctors had paid up the sums of their surcharges. On the proposition of Mrs. Jones, Bala, it was decided to refund the insurance contribu- tion paid by a Belgian formerly resident at Bala, now in the Belgian army, and his family in France. The Commissioners asked for information obtainable from the Pharmaceutical Com- mittee. The Clerk said the Commissioners were badgering him for the statistics, and he in turn was badgering the Secretary of the Committee, but failed to receive a reply to any of his letters. The Chairman—Evidently they are worse than the Panel Committee. (Laughter.) The Commissioners approved the Committee's proposals to pny for medicines for invalid sold- iers and sailors at the flat rate Dr. Richard Jones, referring to a number of patients discharged from tubercular institu- tional treatment, held that medical supervision should be termed domiciliary treatment. That would ensure that their medical and other needs would be provided by the We.sh Memorial Association. Some of the patients dischargelf wanted a good deal of medicine and nourish- ment; but unless the medical recommendation WHS more definite they ran a risk of being un- nble to secure what they most needed. Dr. Hopkins said that whenever a patient required further treatment for tuberculosis after being discharged it would be provided by his being marked for domiciliary treat- ment. In regard to what provisions were made in the case of patients discharged as needing medical supervision, a difficulty immediately arose in general practice. Many parents believed they required medicine when in fact it was not necessary for the proper treatment of their disease. That could be determined by referring the patient to the tuberculosis officer, who would immediately make it a domiciliary ca.e if such was essential. He intended taking the matter up with headquarters in order to get definite instructions. Dr. John Jones said that opened up several large questions. Patients were released from sanatoria and hospitals and in many cases went to homes quite unsuitable. The after- care of those persons should certainly be under- taken bv the Memorial authorities. Roughly speaking the term medical supervision was vague and was often interpreted as not pro- viding further medicines. The patients were left to the joint care of local doctors and the tuberculosis physician; but the serious fact was that many of these patients were return- ing to conditions which were inimical to their progress. He was not in a critical mood. In fact no one had a higher opinion of the good work done by the Memorial" authorities than himself, but the fact remained that many of these people imperiled themselves and others by their return. Dr. Richard Jones said at present man, patients returned from sanatol ia were con- fined to bed and were classified as under medi- cal supervision, while in several cases they should be treated as requiring medicines, etc., supplied by the Memorial. The Clerk said if the patients discharged were supplied by the Memorial authorities it would be a great saving for the county. Miss Jones, Bala, said she felt strongly that many patients returned to unsuitable homes where recovery was impossible, and infection to others most probable. Dr. Richard Jones said there was no power to detain a patient against his will. Dr. John Jones said it was true that some patients were sent home by the authorities, but others returned of their own will and in defiance of medical advice. Dr. E. Lewys-Lloyd, as the late tuberculosis officcr for the district, said the doctor was often placed in a criJel dilemma. Many patients pleaded pathetically to be allowed to go home, especially if they lost hope of recovery. Doc- tors wcrp only human with humane feelings hut the Committee could take it that every doctor pointed out to the patients that they were injuring their own prospect of recovery by leaving the institutions. The Chairman said the discussion would do no harm; but the question was ')o extensive How to Save E'read!

Towyn Council. RESIDENT'S REQUEST. DYSSYNI DRAINAGE. Towyn Council met at Towyn on Friday, present Mr. Meredith Jones presiding; Messrs. William Jones Hughes, Henry Evans, John Evans, David Jones, Daniel Edwards, R. Llew- elyn Lewis, E. L. Rowlands, and Richard Jones; with Mr. R. Barnett, clerk; Mr. Edward Williams, inspector; and Mr. R. P. Morgan, surveyor. With regard to a report by the Inspector at past meetings concerning a boy in the employ of a Towyn tradesman who was allowed to sleep in a room unfit for the purpose, a letter was received from the employer stating that the boy had left his employ and therefore the matter was settled. The matter of dealing with applicants for allotments and other matters bearing on them was left to Towyn Committee. The Clerk had written to the Secretary of the Cambrian Railways regarding train facili- ties for the coast in the early morning, and Mr Williamson stated in reply that the Company regretted being unable to comply with the Council's wish.—The Clerk was instructed to write again, as Ie was a great inconvenience to men home on leave who could not get a train for the coast in the morning and had to wait at Machynlleth. On the invitation of the Cambrian Railways Company, the following were appointed dele- gates to a conference at Aberystwyth :—Mr. Richard Jones, Towyn; Mr. William Hughes Jones, Aberdovey, and the Clerk. The confer- ence is being convened by the Cambrian Rail- way Company who wish to get into closer tonch with the people of the district.—Tt was decided to hold a meeting of the Council at an early date to discuss what matters the delegates should bring before the conference. Mr. Hugh Rees, Pennal, wrote asking the Council to support his application for petrol, as he had bought a new motor lorry and was the only carrier in Pennal.-Tlie Council re- solved to support the application., The War Agricultural Committee wrote that the cost of putting Dysynni Marsh in order would be £ 9.942; but if German prisoners of war awere employed through certain sources the cost would be from £3,000 to £ 4.000. They asked the Council to contribute- to the cost.— The matter was, referred to Towyn Committee. The War Agricultural Committee wrote ask- ing the Council to state the quantity of seed oats registered for the district.—The matter was referred to a committee. The residents of Beach-road wrote asking the Council to allow thej dust cart to go-to the end of the road as they had to carry their ashes to another road and leave them there over night which was very unsightly.-It was left to Towyn Committee to see about the matter. The Sanitary Inspector reportefl that the dis- trict was practically free from infectious diseases, there being only one case during the month, which was that of a soldier home on leave. He had inspected the slaughter houses and found them in a satisfactory condition. Work which had been ordered to be done in several houses was being carried out.—It was decided to write to Dr. Rowlands about the case of the soldier and to stop the water in a cei tain house if the re-noirs, etc., were not done. —The report was adopted., J Towyn Committee reported that the water pressure in the mains was very low and the Surveyor's suggestion of improving it was agreed to.—It was decided to attend to Esgeii iau branch at a later date.—Mr. S. Lewis was appointed to inspect water courses at certain times.—The Committee resolved to inform the tenant of Braichybryn Farm that failing in- structions with regard to water supply they had decided to take over the farm and cultivate it themselves. The Committee thought the water supply should come first and that on no consideration should water be allowed to run to waste. On the invitation of Dysynni Drainage Board. the Committee resolved to attend a meeting of the Board to hear the Drainage Commissioner's views. The Surveyor reported that it was a babit of many householders to let the taps run on frosty nights. The water in the mains there- fore became low and caused much inconvenience. He said it was time a reservoir was provided to replace the tank ridiculously called a reservoir. By that means a plentiful supply of wat could be obtained.—The report was adopted. Aberdovev Committee reported having agreed to let the field in front of Aberdovey Hall to Mr. Fletcher, Argoed, and to lower the wall along the main road. Children were breaking through to the public greens and cutting them up by plaving football. They had also got access to the shed where the bowls are kept. —Tt was resolved to ask the police to keep an eye on the 'The Surveyor, in the Rural Ward report, stated that the road from Cwrt to Pennal was in a terrible condition and dangerous to motor- ists. He was unable to get a traction to cart stones, as it was busy hauling timber. It was reported that the hedges were being attended to. The Rural Ward Committee reported that they had received a letter from the two em- ployees of the Council from Pennal asking for an increase in wages. The Committee resolved that in line with other authorities, as well as the Countv Council, they could not accede to the request —The report was adopted with certain additions. A circular letter was read from the Urban Councils' Association of the Borough of Wal- leslev, on the proposed appointment of a Ministry of Health, and it was resolved to (I f the matter for more information. The Finance Committee reported that there was a balance in han i of £ 540 17s. 9d.

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r Merioneth Appeal Tribunal THE DEMAND FOR TIMBER. The Appeal Tribunal met at Dolgelley on Thursday, January 10th, present, Mr. William Owen, presiding; Messrs. Roberts, Barmouth; Hilton Kershaw, Aberdovey; Dr. John Jones, Dolgelley; R. T. Jones. Penrhyn; Robert Vaughan, Garthmaelan; Rowland Williams, Baia; D. Whit3 Phillips, clerk; Captain Davies, N.S.R. Herbert Frances Shuker, Tymawr, Towyn, student Grade 2, applied for further medical examination on the ground of dissatisfaction with the category he had been placed in. He produced several medical certificates. The N.S.R. did not offer opposition and the applica- tion was granted. Mr. R. Guthrie Jones applied for further exemption for Rowland Jones Ellis (40), draper, Dolgeh-ey. Mr. Jones explained that it was a cme-man business and great financial loss would ensue if he had to close up the business. He also maintained his mother. He had four female hands and was the only male on the premises.—The N.S.R. said the case should now be deait with finally, having been before the court several times. He submitted that the wife could carry on the business as she had been brought up in the trade. Apart from that doubtless other drapers in the town would assist Mrs. Jones in carrying on the business. —Applicant said his wife was a milliner only, but his business was mainly outfitting. Kr. Guthrie Jones said applicant was an officer in the V.T.C.—Capt. Davies said those were the kind of men wanted in the army. (Laughter.) —Mr. Guthrie Jones protested against the re- mark as it tended to discourage men from •joining the V.T.C. and making themselves fit. —Captain Davies: But you must not starve the army in order to feed the V.T.C. (Laughter.)—Exemption was granted to July 10th. J. Humphrey Lewis, married, 26, Cl, grocer's manager, appealed for further exemp- tion. Mr. Guthrie Jones supported the ap- peal and said that out of five brothers four were now serving, having voluntarily joined. Lewis assisted in a large distributing business, which was of great importance to the farming community.—The employer (Mr. Griffith Grif- fiths) said he had trained that young man to his trade. He was willing to accept a compe- tent substitute, but such substitutes were most difficult to get, and would have to be trained for his purpose.—Exemption to July 10th. G. A. Williams, Al, watchmaker, Green- wich House, Dolgelley, appealed for further exemption.—In answer to Mr. Robert Vaughan, applicant said he was not satisfied with the re- sult of his medical examination. He was married with one child and had been in busi- ness for twenty-three years.—The N.S.R. said there was another brother who could manage the business during appellant's absence.—Ap- peilant said his brother was a draper, and was in Liverpool in his own trade.—July 10th. John Llew. Owen, single, 27, currier, Dol- gelley, appealed for further exemption.—Mr R. Guthrie Jones appeared and said appellant was conducting a business of national importance. One brother had been killed in the war.—July 10th. Owen Hugh Owen, Bl, student, Llanbedr, applied for further exemption.—Mr R. Guthrie Jones produced a certificate from Dr. R. T. Jones, Harlech, to the effect that Owen was ill in bed and unable to travel. Owen was now a student at Aberystwyth College and had been called for re-examination at Carmarthen.—It was agreed to adjourn the case for re-examina- tion at Wrexham, the N.S.R. to make the necessary arrangements. Wm. J. Thomas, singie, 30, Blaenau Festiniog, for whom Mr. R. Guthrie Jones appeared, ap- plied for further exemption and asked the Tribunal to take the case in private.—July 10th. Wm. Spratt, 30, married, hairdresser, Dol- gelley, was also granted to July 10th. Mr. R. Barnett, county treasurer, applied for further exemption for John Pugh, single, 25, accountant's clerk.—The Chairman said Mr. Barnett promised when the case was heard previously that he would make no further gp- plication.—Mr. Barnett replied that what he said was that he would do his best to find a suitable substitute. He had done so and failed. His work ha'd much increased and his staff de- creased.—llie- appeal was refused, but not to be called up for three months. The N.S.R. appealed against exemption granted to Gwiiym A. Williams, 18, single, Class A, Dolgelley, timber haulier in the em- ploy of Messrs. Evan Jones and Sons, Bala and Portmadoc.—Capt. Davies said men under twenty-three in the timber trade were not protected.—Mr. J. W. Jones said he was not there to shield Williams, but the demand for timber was most peremptory, and workers sc/ares. He- was quita willing to try a suit- able substitute. Though classed in Grade 1, he understocd that Williams was not medically examined. He had appealed to Capt. Kirby for a medical examination to be made in time for that Tribunal.—The Chairman said that Wil- liams oould have gon-e to Wrexham at any time. The boys at the front were being killed and the gap must be made up.—Capt. Davies remarked that Williams was a member of a big family, not one of whom was in the army. If he wished for medical examination he had plenty of time to secure it.—The N.S.R. appeal was allowed. In the case of Eliis Owen, single, 31, school- master, Trawsfynydd, the appeal lapsed as Owen had joined the army. Conditional exemption was granted Thomas Hughes, single, 23, B2, quarry labourer, Fest- iniog, on the application of Maenofferen Quarry Company, for whom Mr. David Williams, man- ager, appeared. Mr. Williams stated that if the man was taken it would disorganise the work of five other men. It was most difficult to keep the quarry going where they had only 100 men working as against 313 before the war. —A certificate signed by Dr. R. D. Evans was put in bearing on the man's health.—Captain Davies protested against the decision, which he said would open out many more cases. Wm. Williams, 40, married, fruiterer and market gardener, Dolgelley, appealed for further exemption and said he was rendering national service in the production of vegetables, which were sold locally .-J uly 10th. Mrs. O. W. Morris, Cambrian Establishment, Barmouth, appeared for exemption for Wm. Hughes, 31, married, Bl, draper's assistant.— Mr. Llew Edwards, manager, said Hughes was practically indispensab'e for the business. Hughes went out to lay carpets, linoleum, etc., for customers.—Capt. Davies maintained that women could do the work performed by Hughes equally well.—July 10th. The application of Griffith Edis, miner, Har- lech, for permission to appeal to the Central Tribunal was refused. Edward G. Williams, single, 34, Bl, Festin- iog, grocer and baker, was granted exemption to July 10th. The application of the Manager of Arenig Quarry for further exemption for the following was granted to April 10th:—Hy. Roberts, 36, married; John H. Owen, married, 34, rockman; Hugh Jones, 33. driller; and John R. Jones, 41, Trawsfynydd, rockman. The N.S.R. appealed in the case of John Thomas, single, 20, Bl, Festiniog, incline hooker, which had been adjourned.—The appeal was allowed, no exemption being granted. Edward E. Humphreys, single, 18, Llandder- fel, joiner's apprentice, was granted until April 10th.

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LLANBRYNMAIR. The annual meeting of subscribers of the Dis- trict Nursing Association was held on Wednes- day, under the presidency of Mrs. Wintringham Stable. A report of the work of the past year with a financial statement was given by Mr. G. H. Peate, hon. secretary. The number of cases attended by the Nurse during the year was 130, which included 63 medical, 51 surgical, and 16 maternity cases; number of visits to is patients, 1,269; health visits in connection with the Notification of Births Act, m: nights on duty, 16;: visits to schools, 39'. Total receipts for the year were JE103 9s. 3d.: total expendi- ture, £78 14s. 2d.; leaving a balance of E24 15s. Id. Mrs. Stable said the report was most sat- isfactory, and it was a great credit to the Asso- ciation to be in so sound a financial position without the aid of entertainments. The only source of income during the past five years had been voluntary subscriptions, grants, and fees. The following officers were elected for the current year :—President, Mrs. Wintringham Stable; vice-presidents, Mrs. Jones, Brynllys, Mrs. Roberts, Post Office, Bont. the Rev. Gwilym Rees, Rectory; hon. treasurer, Mrs. Williams, Old Post Office; hon. secretary, Mr. G. H. Peate, Glanllyn; general committee, Mrs Headlev, Dylife Vicarage, Mrs. Vaughan, Stay- little, Mrs. Pugh, Dolbacho, Mrs. Williams, Cilewm, Mrs: Wigley. GwemvfFridd, Mrs Hum- phreys, Gellidywvll Mills, Mrs. Hughes, Llys- tee. Miss .Tame", Bont, Mrs. Hughes, Ty'n- reithyn, Miss Williams, Esgair, Mrs. Jones, Berthlas, Mrs. Jones, Glanafon, Mrs. Peate, Glanllyn, Mrs. Davies, Plas Rhiwsaeson, Miss Davies, Dolgoch, Mrs. Lewis, Tynygors, Mrs. Hughes, Llwynffvnon, and Miss Davies, Dol- fach; auditor, Mr. R. Williams, Hendre. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Presi- dent and the other officers for their services, and a vote of condolence with Mrs .Stable in the loss of her brother (the late Captain Law), who was a warm supporter of the Association. Nurse Whittall. the district nurse, has now been in the employ of the Association for nearly two vears and has proved herself efficient and hard working and popular with the patients.

4' I Our Portrait is of Mr. FREDERICK BIRCH, I of 5, Ormond Road, Hornsey Rise, London, | N., who writes I "I was suffering from DISEASED RIGHT HIP for four years, and had to go in hospital four times (once for 10 months). The disease started with inflammation in the hip, and then a bad Abscess formed. I had to have THREE OPERATIONS PERFORMED, and after each I was laid out with weights on the legs and tubes in the hip; THE P AINW AS INTENSE. Still there did not seem to be much improvement. Then, seeing in one of the papers a case similar to my own having been cured by CLARKE'S BLOOD MIX- TURE,' I thought I would try it, and after a few bottles found a great improvement, so continued with your Mixture, and I am glad to say the wounds in my hip are completely healed and the pain is all gone; in fact, I AM NOW QUITE CURED." CLARKE'S BLOOD MIXTURE, by reason of I its remarkable blood purifying properties, can be relied upon to give speedy relief and lasting benefit in all cases of Eczema, Scrofula Scurvy, Bad Legs, Abscesses, Ulcers, Boils, Pimples, Sores and Eruptions, Piles, Glan- dular Swellings, Rheumaiisirt, etc. Pleasant to take and free from anything injurious. Ask for and see you get Clarke's Blood Mixture "EVERYBODY'S BLOOD PURIFIER." Of all Chemists and Stores., 219 per Bottle. LLOYD and SONS, PRINTERS, BOOKSELLERS, STATIONERS, 125, HIGH STREET, PORTMADOC, Have an Excellent Stock of ACCOUNT BOOKS, MANUSCRIPT ACCOUNTS, OFFICE UTENSILS, and FILES, COPYING LETTER BOOKS, Etc., etc. AGENT FOR GOSS'S lV ARE. Tel.: No. 29. J. THOMAS (Late J. Roberts), HICH STREET, PORTMADOC, FISH AND POULTRY MERCHANT. LICENSED GAME DEALER. All kinds of Fish in season. Poultry always in stock. Ice supplied. Orders promptly attended to. c27 I When your Head Aches Take a. dose of EASINE E A SINE is the safest, quickest and almost reliable HEADACHE CURE known. Millions sold, and thousands of testimonials received. Should there be any difficulty in getting EASINE from your chemist or grocer, send a P.O. for 1/- for 15 doses, or four penny stamps for three trial doses, to HUGH JONES M.P.S., F.S.M.C., The Medical Hall, Blaenau Festiniog. I Telephone—33 Portmadoc; & Baht. EVAN JONES & SONS fiflsllsh and Foreign TIMlER and COAL MERCHANT*, dt„T ^TXT„ m SAW WtLS, PORTMADOC, and at BALA WH JPT S D and White Deals' planed Boards, Pitch Pine, Mouldings, etc. I LILLYS RIGHT S TIMBER—Spokes, Shafts, Felloe#, Barrow, Cart, and other timber Mrwa > to requirements. QUARRY TIMBER-Sleepers, Crane Poles, Waggon Frames, Props, etc. 07 QUICK DELIVERY OF COODS ALL ALONG THE FRONTIER ——— OF CAR D Ia AN BAY. ———— Guaranteed at the Lowest Market Prices. Flour, Feeding Stuffs and Offals always in stock. The Portmadoc Flour Mills Co., PORTMADOC. Tei t4. Tel. Address: "Millers," Portmadoc. Telephone No. 13. STEAM SAW MILL., PORTMADOC. J. OWAIN HUGHES (Late Thomas Parry), Timber Merchant Has a Large Stock of Timber, Doors, Windows, Bashet and Frames suitable for BUILDERS and CONTRACTORS. Timber Sawn for Customsrs. Stock of Building and Fire Bricks, Laths, Tiles, etc. (J.O.H. begs to announce that he has acquired the- Old-Established Business of Messrs. ELIZABETH OWEN and SONS, TIMBER MERCHANTS, Etc., Portmadoc, which ha intends in future conducting in conjunction with his present business.) Telegrams: Richards, LIambedr." Tel. No.4. ESTABLISHED 1840. Cambrian Coast, Coal, Lime, Bricks, & Cement. Best Hoaee, Steam, Anthracite and Smithy Coals. Furnace and Gas Coke. Sanitary Pipes. Building and Agricultural Lime. Agents for J. B. White BrM. Cement. RICHARDS BROS., Pensarn, Uanbedr, R.S.O. Also at HABLECH. d77B /iK\ 'PHONE 32. CHARLES HUGHES & SONS, The Garage, PORTMADOC On Sale, Seeond-hand—15/20 Flanders Touring Car, Ford Chassis, with Mudguards and Lamps, complete Hood and Envelope for Ford Tourer, K W. Master Vi brator H.F. Bally Vulcaniser, Combination Stepney Wheel for Ford Car, Set Car Lamps. Cars overhauled painted, &e. Stock Tyres Duclop, Michelin & Goodyear. The DRESS CONTROLLER will not worry you if you buy at BAIRD'S SALE, For it is the essence of economy Commencing January 4th, for short period only All kinds of Ropes, Paints, and Requisites for Ships and Yachts always in stock. SHIP BISCUITS MADE TO ORDER. Telephone: No. 16. WILLIAM MORRIS & Co.. SHIP CHANDLERS and IRONMONGERS, PORTIIADOC. Royal & Commercial Hotel PORTMADOC. FAMILY AND COMMERCIAL HOTEL. Centrally situated, recommended by Motor Union and Autu Cycle Union. Garage. Billiards. Bus meets all trains. Under entirely new management. Mrs. HARRISON, Proprietress. M. E. MORRIS, — CHEMIST, — 73, HICH STREET, PORTMADOC. INVALID and TOILET REQUISITES. d75. PHOTOGRAPHIC MATERIALS. SPORTSMAN llOTEL,, PORTMADOC. FIRST CLASS FAMILY AND COMMERCIAL HOTEL. — Under new Management. Situate close to Station, and near to all places of interest. Every Accommodation. Posting in all its Branches. Tel. No. 15. Proprietress, MISS JONES. ARTIFICIAL TEETH, ON VULCANITE, DENTAL ALLOY and GOLD. FINEST QUALITY. ALL PRICES. ———— Mr. WILLIAMS, CARMON HOUSE, CLAN-Y-PWLL, Bl. Festiniog. LLANRWST: Tuesdays and Fair Days, at Comet Stores, Station Road. PENRHYN- DKUDRAETH: Thursday, at Mrs. Roberts, Market Square (opposite Griffin Hotel, 2 to 8. PORTMADOC: Friday, Mr Hughes, Photographer (opposite New Post Office), 11 to 5. TRAWSFYNYDD: 1st and 3rd Saturday, Mr. W. M. Morris, Draper, Clifton House, 3 to 6. d3 MORRIS JONES, Central Garage, Maes, PWLLHELI. FORD SERVICE DEPOT. ———— Wishes to inform the inhabitants of Pwllheli and neighbourhood, also Commercial Travellers Stock Dealers, and all intending Visitors to Lleyn Peninsula, that Motor Cars are kept for the convenience of the public, and will be hired per hour, day, or by mileage. Weddings and special occasions quoted for at most reasonable rates. This Garage is noted for its convenience and central position, and is equipped with power-driven machinery necessary In carrying out ordinary repairs to all makes of Motor Cars and Motor Cycles. Dealer in, Motor Spirits, Lubricating Oils, and Accessories. Stock: Tyres and Tubes-Dunlop and Stepney, and any other make on shortest notice. Brazing and Vulcanising neatly done, and: all general Garage duties executed. Telegrams-JONES, Central Garage, Pwllheli. dMx zz=;= IllrORTlT TO Prevent Loss in all your Stock by using Morris Evans' Horse, Sheep and Cattle Oil. Full instructions with every Bottle. The change of food generally means A DBCBBASE IN THE iM-IX-iIKl but by dosing your Cattle with Morris Evans' Horse. Sheep and Cattle Oil you prevent this Decrease. During the coming months by continually using Morris Evans' Horse, Sheep and Cattle Oil you can keep Your Stock Healthy in Stomach and Body. A HEALTHY COW MEANS MORE MILK, Morris Evans' Horse, Sheep and Cattle Oil in Bottles, Sl Is., 11/ 5/6, 2/9, and 1/8. Morris Evans' Household Oil in Bottles, 3/- and 1/3. Grocers and Chemists, or direct for above prices from:- MORRIS LVANS and Co., The Manufactory, FESTINIOG, N. Wales. ,r | "SUBSTITUTION" 1 The matter of substitution is one of interest and importance in these stirring days. Among various special meanings attached to the term, we may consider one or two bearing upon the question of health. An ailing person will welcome as a pleasing proposition the idea of Good Health being "substituted for Ill-health. As a matter of fact this is the kind of substitution which has been taking place for many years past. Thanks to the wide and increasing use of Beecham's Pills, conditions of Ill-health are constantly being removed; conditions of Good Health are constantly taking their place. This is a fact-an actual experience to which thousands of men and women, all over the world, will bear glad and willing testimony. A satisfactory U substitution scheme" so far as matters of health are concerned is the adoption of Beecham's Pills as a Family Medicine. All who are ailing and anxious to be well will certainly derive considerable benifit from a course of EHAJW 9 PILLS j n Sold everywhere in boxes, labelled Is-3d and 3s-0d. Jjj'