The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

PORTMADOC. MAY QUEEN.—The school children have elected Miss Gwendoline Thomas, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Thomas, Gwalia House, as this year's May Queen r< t FOR WEST AFRICA.—Mr. Hugh John Grif- fith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Griffith, Madoc-street, who was with the colours through- out he war, and was an officer with the Royal Air Force on demobilisation has received an important appointment in West Africa, and left for that place on Monday.. CIVIL LIABILITIES COMMISSIONER.—Mr. T. E. Morris, Ll.B., barrister-at-law, who has been Civil Liabilities Commissioner for North Wales and part of South Wales, with head- quarters at Carnarvon, has recently had his tended so as to include Cheshire, and h» will now have his head office at Chester. His chief duties are to recommend grants for demobilised men and officers below the rank of major whose circumstances are such that they are unable to restart in their business or calling without some pecuniary assistance. APPOINTMENT. Mr. Charles Beresford, MinfEordd, secretary to Mr. R. M. Greaves, J.P., Wern, has been appointed chiex clerk of Llech- wedd Slate Quarries Blaenau Festiniog, in suc- cession to Mr. W. Humphreys, who has retired, ^BUN^ATARSCHOOL DEMONSTRATION. The C.M. Sunday School Union for Portmado-c and district are organising a Su°da/ • demonstration for Saturday, June 21s A in o -3er to revive interest in th. work ofthe Sunday school as well as to give the children an op- portunity to celebrate the declaration of peace. The children will march in procession, a tea party will follow, and afterwards a meeting .11 hA held in Garth Chapel. CORRECTION.—The number of votes cast » favour of Mrs. E. Hugheston Roberts in the Guardians' election was 362, and not 36, as reported in our issue last week. HONORARY GOVERNOR.-The Rev. D. E. Jenkins, Denbigh, formerly of Portmadoc, has been elected an honorary governor of the Bri- tish and Foreign Bible Society for hf. SOCIAL.-The Free Church Girls Guild of which Mrs. Pierce Roberts, 1, Osmond-terrace. is president, closed the session on Friday night with a social. After tea a programme of songs, recitations instrumental selections and speeches was gone through.

PWLLHELI V The return billiard match at the Liberal Club between the Liberals (soldiers) and Conservar tives resulted as follows :-Scores: Liberals, W,. Thomas, 150; R. G. Roberts, 150; R. W. Wil- liams, 150; T. Roberts, 141; H. Williams, 126; John Wright,i 118; J. M. Edwards 87; Wm. Griffith, 150; O. L. Roberts, 150; T. J. Wil- liams, 150; total, 1,372. Conservatives: Wm. Lloyd, 150; Humphrey Jones, 150; R. Morgan, 150; Jack Jones 150; W. M. Toleman, 149; John Jones, 121; Rev. W. P. Owen, 80; H. J. Parry, 105; W. W. Dobson, 143; total, 1,286. The Liberals therefore won by eighty-six marks. The death has occurred from pneumonia of Mr. David Williams, a well-known farmer resid- ing at Tyddynyberth, Llanarmon. He was thirty-two years of age and a faithful attendant at Brnybacha Chapel (C.M.) The funeral took place on Wednesday at Brynkir. Deceased leaves a wife and one child. Mr. Richard Roberts presided over the County School annual prize distribution. There was a attendance of parents and friends. The prize-winners were :—Form VT: 1, Mary Elizabeth Williams; speciaJ prize for work in French, Annie Marv Jones. Form V: 1, Gwen Jones: 2. Aelwyn Williams-Gardner and Cath- erme M. Hughes. Form TV: 1, -Elizabeth J. Owen; 2, Ewart Williams Gardner; 3. W. F. Gapr. Form TTTA: 1, Dewi R; Davies; 2. J. GriflHh Jones: 3, Eirwen Williams. Form TTTb, I 1. Winifred Roberts: 2. Kate Ellen Ellis; 3, i Mary L. Williams. Form II: 1. D. J. Cooke; n I 2, J. Klfyn Roberts; 3, R. O. Roberts. Form J: 1, Ella J. Ellis: 2. Albert Edwards: 3, John faster Ellis. Prizes for certain subjpct"— Senior: Ellen L. Ellis (needlework); Lizzie Evans (Welsh); Gwen Jones (English); Aelwyn; William«-Gardner (chemistry). Junior: E. Jane Owen (Welsh, botany,, arithmetic, mathematics, drawing); Lizzie Pritchard (Welsh): Ellis G. Williams (drawing); Ewart Williams-Gardner (chemistry, elementary mathematics^ drawing); After the distribution an interesting address was delivered by Professor Phillips, of Bala, en the training of the brain. Through the kindness of a member of the congregation the discharged soldiers connected with the Tarsis Mission Chapel were entertained to dinner at the schoolroom on Thursday even- ing. A large number of the members of the church were also invited to give welcome to the soldiers, and in all about á. hundred sat at the tables, which had been tastefully decorated An excellent menu was prepared by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Denman Bodawen. Later a con- cert was given, Mr. D. Caradog Evans presid- ing The following took part:—Misses Maggie j and Elsbeth Roberts, Abererch-roali; Miss M. E. Denman, Bodawen; Messrs. Jackie Roberts, Tommy Jones, Moees Parry, John Hughes, W. Jones Roberts, J. Page Robert, and Meredith Roberts, and Tarsis Choir conducted by Mr. J. Page Roberts. A brief sketch was enacted by Miss Dora Thomas, Miss M. E. Denman, Messrs. Tommy Jones and W. J. Roberts. The Chairman referred to the excellent manner the Tarsis boys had acquitted themselves on the field of battle, and how delighted the church was at the safe return of almost all the num- ber, but that two or three had given their lives for their country. A hearty cheer having been given to J«he "boys," Lieut. T. J. Wil- liams, Bodawen, acknowledged on their behalf. On the proposal of Supt. Owen, seconded by Mr. R. Barker Jones a warm vote of thanks was passed to the unknown giver of the dinner, as well as to Mr. and Mrs. Denman, and the waitresses, and to those who took part in the entertainment, including Mr. Hugh Williams, Shop Goch, the accompanist.

DYFFRYN- On Friday the CongregationaJists gave a sup- per, and entertainment to demobilized sailors and soldiers on leave. About 40 soldiers were present. The following took part in the enter- tainment :—Madame Davies Wynne, Ladies' Choir led by Mr. John Edwards, Messrs. George Simon, John H. Williams, John Edwards, and j D. Parry; dialogue by Miss L. J. Thomas and Ithel Lewis; and the" drama, Boreu Cynhyr- fus," performed by Misses L. J. Thomas, Maggie Jones, Messrs. Ithel Lewis. James P. Richards, John Edwards, and Ellis O. Edwards.. The conductor was Gwilvm Ardudwv and the ac- comnanist Master Willie R. Williams. Mrs. Walter Thomas, the Rectory, was taken ill on Sunday week. She is recovering.

C ORRIS. We are asked to state that the winner in the prinoess petticoat competition at Aberdovey competitive meeting was Miss L. H. Roberts. Cordis.

IIZIIII^IIZZZZZZZZZIZIZIZZZIIII SCIENTIFIC SfOHT TFI-LING R. G. OWEN, F,S.M, CERTIFIED OPTICIAN, LLANRWST. May be consulted at Buckley's Temper- afice, Portmadoc, every Third Friday in ——————— the Month Hours-ll to 8. Tel. N- 99 J. THOMAS (Late J. Roberts), HIGH 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. a27 The Great Skin Cure. BTJDDEN'S S.R. SKIN OINTMENT. TT WILL CURE Itching after one application destroys every form of Eczema; heals all. Wounds and Sores; acts like a charm on Bad Legs; is infallible for Piles; prevents Cuts from festering; will cure Ringworm in a few days; removes the most obstinate Eruptions and Scurvy. Boxes. 9d and Is. 3d.—Agents—For Aberystwyth, Messrs Wynne and Sons, Chem- ists, Pier street; Portmadoc, M. E. Morris; Blaenau Festiniog; J Llovd Jone*; PwllheH, R. O. Griffith; Machvnlleth, Mr. Arthur; Dolgeiley, B and Q. Williams.

Towyn Council. DR. DAVIES'S RETURN. COTTAGE HOSPITALS. Towyn and Aberdovey Council met at Aber- dovey on Friday, present Messrs. Meredith Jones, chairman; R. Ll. Lewis, Dd. Jones, E. L. Rowlands, John Evans, H. J. Evans, John Rees, David Davies, Daniel Edwards, Mr. J. L. Griffiths, acting clerk; Dr. J. A. Davies, M.O.H.; Mr. Edward Williams, sanitary in- spector. The Chairman welcomed Dr. Davies home from the war, after having served for close upon five years.—Mr. E. L. Rowlands con- curred, and hoped Dr. Davies would be able to carry out his work for a long time to come. —Dr. Davies responded suitably. The Inspector reported having visited Gwaha Towyn, and found the conditions similar to those reported at the' previous meeting. The overflow on to the beach from the drains of Neptune Hall continued. He found a pool of matter on the beach. The tenants of Cam- brian-terrace continued to place rubbish and refuse ground at the back of the houses. He inspected bakehouses in the district, and found that a few only had been lime washed at I the end of the year. No iices should be served on the defaulters. Slaughter-houses were in a clean and sanitary condition.—It was st-itsd with regard to Neptune Hall that the sea at one time came up and filled the pool with sand and stones, making it more shallow and cr sat- ing a great nuisance. Dr. Lewis Lloyd had reported the matter to the Western Command, but nothing had been done.—On the suggestion of Dr. Davies the matter was left to the County Council.—Dr. Davies said the houses in Gwalia Towyn should be whitewashed, dis- infected, and thoroughly cleaned, as they were in an unfit condition.—Mr. E. L. Rowlands pro- posed that unless the Council's order was com- plied with within eight days a closing order should be served. With regard to another terrace, the Medical Officer said the houses were a perfect nuisance.—The matter was re- ferred to Towyn committee. Dr. Davies said Mr. R. P. Morgan, the Council's surveyor, was ill in bed; and, on the proposition of Mr. E. L. Rowlands, a vote of sympathy was passed with him. Aberdovey Committee reported that it had been decided to relay turf on the bowling green, and to make up the deficiency on the cricket pitch. It was also decided to take the pressure of water near Aberdovey Hall, and -hat Dr. Jackson should be informed that the small pressure at his house might be due to bldcka.ge in the stop cock, which should be examined.—The report was adopted. Towyn Committee reported that Mr. Shuker wrote stating his inability to let the Council have any land for allo -ments.—It was decided to ask Ynysmaengwyn Estate for land. The Surveyor reported that he had prepared a claim for repayment for damage to Pennal roads by timber traffic. He also though4, they should claim for damage done to Abergynol- wyn and Bryncrug main road, which was Dadly cut up in places. Great improvement had been cut up in places. Great improvement had been effected by cutting tall hedges abutting on the main roads.—The report was adopted. It was reported that a pubhc meeting had been held W, Towyn to consider electric light- ing, when it was decided to leave the matter, to Towyn Committee. The schema would in- clude Aberdovey as well.—Mr. E. L. Row- lands said Aberdovey ratepayers would be grateful for the offer. Success depended on frhe unity of the district.—Mr. R. Ll. Lewis proposed that Towyn and Aberdovey Committees should join; and it was decided, on the pro- position of Mr. John Evans Aberdovey, that- the Council should decide on the whole ma.4: ter. It was stated that no reply had been re- ceived, from Mr. Williamson asking for the re- building of Penrhyn shelter.—Mr. E. L. Row- lands said Mr. Williamson was too busy a. the present time, and suggested that if Mr Williamson could not come down within a month they should ask him to send a deputy. —Mr. H. J. Evans: WhaL if we send a depu- tation to Mr. Williamson P-The matter was left for the Aberdovey Committee to arrange. A letter was read from Mr. HilVm Kershaw asking that Mrs. Haydn Jones and Mrs. Proc- tor be appointed on the local Cottage Hospital Committee.—Dr. Davies said he was enthusias- Lie in the cottage hospital question. Cases were coming up each month which could not be dealt with in the homes of the patients. He knew of seven (cases which should be in a hospital. In fact he did not know of any dis- trict which was so badly provided with hos- pitals. Many people were sent to Aberyst- wyth and Liverpool for treatment. They now had to decide whether they were going to have a hospital or not. If there was delay they would lose some of the hospital equip- ment of the county. There should be fn < operating chamber, and perhaps X ray appara- tus. The Red Cross Society would supply a motor ambulance worth at least £ 500. Dol- gelley had adopted a wise course in having a hospital as a war memorial. A hospital building suitable for 'he district, with ten beds, would cost Ei5,000 to build. He esti- mated the annual expenditure at £600, the in- come of which, through chapel subscriptions. private subscriptions, etc., would be about £ 720. He anticipated there would be a Govern- ment grant to start, and there was also money to be distributed by the Red Cross. While in Italy he was in charge of a hospital which started with 23 beds, and afterwards increased to 500 beds. Italian civilians also received benefit, and when he came away the peasan'a saw the advantage of a hospital, and subscribed £1,500 to get one. An elaborate building was not wanted, as a plain building would do. Montgomeryshire had already applied for a grant of £ 3.000 for a hospital.—Mr. E. L. Row- lands said the (claim for a share of the equip- ment must be made within three weeks. Aber- dovey people wanted to know what the Coun- cil was going to do. He proposed Mi at the Council should apply for equipment and con- sider the matter at the annual meeting, in a fortnight.—Mr. John Evans, Dolaugwyn, pro- posed that" Mr. Griffit.h, clerk, and Dr. Davies should draw up an application for equipment, —The following were appointed a committee to arrange for the hospital:—Towyn, Mrs. Haydn Jones, Dr. Davies, Dr. Lloyd Dr. Rowlands, Mr. Dd. Jonas, Jchemist, the Rev. D. R. Pugh; i arrange for the hospital:—Towyn, Mrs. Haydn Jones, Dr. Davies, Dr. Lloyd Dr. Rowlands, Mr. Dd. Jones, Ir-hemist, the Rev. D. R. Pugh; Aberdovey, Dr. Jackson, Mrs. Proctor, Mr. I Vaughan Thomas, Mr. J. M. Howell, Mrs. Watson, Bryncrug, and Mr. John Evans, Dolau- gwyn. An application to hold a flag day in aid oi the Sailors' Society, at Aberdovey on April 19th, and Towyn 21st, was granted. 19th, and Towyn 21st, was granted. A letter was read from. Mr. Hugh Rees ask- ing for instructions regarding money collected for Gogartli station, as people had been ask- ing him where the cash was. Unless the j [ Council was going on with the work he would return the money to the subscribers.—It was j decided, on the proposition of Mr. E. L. Row- lands, that the money should be banked to Mr. Barnett for Gogar .b Station improvement.

HARLECN At the Wesleyan competitive meeting at Soar Tals&rnan on Saturday, several Harlech singers (won prizes. For a duet (under 18) Misses Frances Owen, Waterloo, and Anna Williams, Castle View, won first prize; solo (under 16), 1 Miss Frances Owen, 2 Miss Jennie Humphreys, 3, Clogwyn-terrace; soprano or tenor, 1 Miss Cissie Evans, Brwynllynau; open competition for those not having won 3s. 6d. before, 1 Frances Owen The successful children's choir wate led by Mr. R. D. Jones, Talsarnau; quar- tette, Party from Penrhyn; challenge solo, "Deudraeth"; recitation, Jennie Griffith, Pen- rhyn. The adjudicators were :—Recitations, Mr. J. Lloyd, M.A., County School, Barmouth; music, Mr. Joseph Roberts, Penrhyn. The ac- companists were Mr. J. Lewis Jones, Port- madoc, and Miss Olwen Roberts, Harlech, who accompanied all Harlech singers. These suc- cesses for Harlech children reflec'. great credit upon their teacher, Mrs. J. W. Roberts, Isygraig.

TALSARNAU Mr. John Davies, Tynewydd who also farms the glebe land at the Rectory, and is a well- known cattle dealer, haa been appointed super- visor, grader of cattle, etc., for North Wales. The remains of Mr. Hugh Williams, Ynvs Gifftan, were interred in Llanfihangel Church- yard on Friday afternoon. The body was brought from Festiniog to the Methodist Chapel, where a service was held by the Rev. W. Evans, the minister. The service in church and at the grave was conducted by the Rev. D. T. Hughes, reeor. Deceased' leaves a widow and four children. One of his sons has served four years in the army.

Lleyn Rural Council. THE HOUSING SCHEME. Wecjiaylay week, Mr. J. Hughes Parry, chairman, presiding. A letter from the National Union of General Workers was read asking the Council to re- duce the number of working hours (52) of t; ir roadmen to forty-four per week, and offering to send a representative of the Union to discuss the question with the Council. It was decided to defer the matter till the next meeting of the Council.—It was resolved to make a closing order for the house known as Tuhwnti'rfynwent, Llannor, and to defer issuing closing orders for Ty-achaf, Llan- bedrog, and TycaunoJ, Uanbedrog, till the next meeting.—The road surveyors were author- ised to proceed with the housing1 scheme. It was reported that at the present time iron girders could be obtained at a reasonable price, and the road surveyors were empowered to purchase a few when a favourable opportunity occurred.—The question of constructing a bridge across the river Llwyndyrus was referred to the Road Surveyor for that dristict. A letter was read from the Cardiff Town Council requesting the Council to support a resolution asking the Government to give Wales the same degree of autonomy in health and insurance matters as is proposed for Scotland and Ireland.—It was resolved to support this resolution. On the proposition of Mr. W. R. Davies, seconded by Mr. David Roberts, a vote of sympathy was passed with Mr. J. Ellis Jones, reporter to the "Herald Gymraeg" and the "Cambrian News," in his serious illness. Mr. J. T. Jones Parciau, proposed a vote of thanks to the Chairman (Mr. J. Hughes Parry), and the Vice-Chairman (Mr. Griffith Evans) for their valuable services during the past year.—This was seconded by Mr Richard Jones, Nevin, and carried unanimously.

TOWYH. A party of Belgians departed on Wednesday morning week for Hull. when the, crossed to Antwerp. Those remaining at Towyn are desirous of taking the shorter sea route, via Dover and Ostend. NURSING ASSOCIATION. The annual meeting of Towyn- Nursing Association was held on Wednesday evening when Rev. Robert Davies, B.A., occupied the chafr, in the unavoidable absence of the President (Mrs. Wynne, Peniarth). The Sec- retary and Treasurers' reports were read by Mr. Powell, N. and P. Bank. Mrs. Hatydn Jones proposed, and Mr. J Maethlon James seconded that nb house-to- house collection be made this year. All the Association's officers were re-elected. The Chairman welcomed Dr. J. A. Davies to Towyn on his return from military duties. The meeting was addressed by Dr. Davies who congratulated the Committee on its successful year's operations. He referred to the matter of the cottage hospital which could be run conjointly with the District Nursing Associa- tion. His suggestion was that a small hos- pita lshould be established to deal with urgent- cases which were continually cropping up. He dealt with questions of site,, maintenance, in- come, etc., and stated that all the medical men in the district were willing to give their ser- vices; that plenty of equipment could be obtained, and that the British Red Cross Society was prepared to give one of their motor ambulances. A vote of thanks was accorded Dr. Davies on the proposition of Mr. J. Maethlon James, seconded) by: Mr. Wynn Williams. It was proposed that Dr. Davies should attend a meet- ing of the War Memorial Committee to expound his alternative scheme, to which he agreed. The Secretary's report (Miss S. E. Davies, Rhianfa), in presenting the twentieth annual report, said that though various charities con- nected with the war were supported generously in the district there was no diminution in the oodlection towards the support of the Nurse. That fact showed that her services were much appreciated and gave much encouragement to the Committee. In August an entertainment was given in support of the Association by members of the Free Church Girls' GuilcJ with gratifying results. Miss Corbett also kindly sent a contribution from the proceeds of a gardfcn fete at Ynysmaengwyn, and Mr. David Roberts gave valuable services by organising sports during the summer. The jumble sale realised in expectations. The Superintendene and the Inspector of Queen Victoria's Jubilee Institute for Nurses had each inspected the Nurses's work. The Inspector reported that The work seen was conscientiously and care- fully done, and books and the equipment were in gocd order." Nurse Pierce Jones attended 138 cases and paid 2,325 visits. Of the cases 49 were medical; 19 surgical, entailing 1,609 visits; 20 midwifery, with 380 visits; 50 school nursing with 107 visits; visits under the health visiting scheme, 163; tuberculosis observation, 37 visits; and BaJgian refugees, 29. There were 158 casual visits paid, and she was on night duty 17 times. She also attended at the tuberculosis and baby welfare centres. In view of the increasing calls upon the ser- vices of the Nurse and the stress of the times, the Committee decided to raise her salary to £100. The members of the Committee again tendered their thanks to those who sent old linen and nourishment for the sick and to all who had worked m aid of the Association, as well as to every subscriber.

TOWYN WESLEYAN CIRCUIT. QUARTERLY MEETING. The quarterly meeting of Towyn Circuit was held at Towyn on Saturday, the Rev. T. G. Roberts presiding. The report showed a small increase in mem- bership on the year, and the collections to- wards foreign missions an increase of over 27. Messrs. John Lloyd, Towyn, E. Rowlands, Aber- dovey (circuit stewards), and Mr. Hugh Hum- phreys, Bryncrug, were appointed representa- tives to the next North Wales synod at Colwyn Bay in May. All the churches in the circuit made collections during the year towards the Liverpool hospitals. Substantial reduction in trust debt was reported. A discussion took place on Sunday school, temperance, and other matters. Mrs. John Lloyd, Towyn, was congratulated on her ap- pointment as Guardian for Towyn district, and Mr. Marshall Lloyd on his success in passing an important examination afe Cardiff as a medical sLudent. Welcome was extended to demobilised men who are members of the connexion. Invitations were confirmed in respect of tihe Rev. H. Meirion Davies (Wrexham) to Towyn, and the Rev. Lewis Edwards (Llangefni) to Aberdovey. All the churches in the circuit met the new assessment to comply with the conference re- solution that the minimum stipend to minis- ters of 2150 be paid from September. At the close of pleasant and successful meet- ings all the delegates were provided with tea prepared by Mrs. Roberts and Mrs. Jacob Row- lands.

ABERDOVEY. Mr. Hugh Davies son of Mrs. Ann Davies, and brother of Mr. t)avid Davies,, Gwelfor Ter- race, died very suddenly on Tuesday evening, at the age of 44. Mr. Davies belonged to the merchant marine, and was one of the crew of s.s. "King George," which was captured by the noted German raider "Mcewe" in Decem- ber, 1916, when all were taken prisoners to Brandenburg, Germany. < There he suffered great hardship, and returned to hospital in this country in January, 1918. In May, 1918, he returned to his home at Aberdovey. Inter- ment takes place on Friday in the Aberdovey Cemetery, the Rev. W. P. Roberta (W.y offi- ciating* j The Bishop of Bangor held a confirmation service at St. Peter's Church on Wednesday. Candidates were presented btf clergymen from Aberdovey, Llwyngwril, Towyn, Abergynolwyn and Llanbrynmair. Mr. Hilton Kershaw's friends congratulate him on his elevation to the magisterial bench as a justice of the peace for Merionethshire, Captain R. O. Jenkins. R.W.F., was home for a few days before his departure for Egypt., Q.M. Sergeant *H. E. Watson has returned from Palestine after over three years service. Artificer Emrys Lumley, R.E.and Private J. Matthias has been demobilised.

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Festiniog Council. PEACE CELEBRATIONS. Festiniog Urban Council me; on Friday, pre- sent Messrs. T. J. Williams, J.P. (chairman), R. H. Jones (vice-chairmanl, Richard Jones (M.), D. Williams, D. Jones, Ben T. Jones, Richard Jones (C.), E. D. Hughes, H. E. Jones, Joseph Williams, W. J. Rowlands, R. J. Jones, E. T. Pritchard, J. Jones, Wm. Edwards, J.P., H. Jones (Bryfdir), Cadwaladr Roberts, J. Cad- waladr, J.P., Alderman Wm. Owen, J.P., and Edward Jones, clerk. A vote of condolence was passed with Mr. David Jones (ex-hallkeeper) in his illness and bereavement, and a vote of sympathy with Mrs. Inge and family in the death of Mr. Edward de Clifford Oakeley, chairman of directors of Oakeley Quarries; and with Sir Owen M. Ed- wards, in the death of his wife. I The best wishes of the Council were given to Inspector Stephen Owen and Sergt. John M. Jones and P.C. Owen Jones, Llan, on their retirement from the police force. It was re- marked that they had been faithful servants, and had performed their duties most satisfac- torily. The Council congratulated Messrs. Wm. Edwards, Capt. Evan Jones, and Mr. William Jones, on being placed on the Commission of the Peace for Merioneth; .the first two being members of the Council. On the proposition of Mr. Richard Jones (M.), it was decided to re-wri^e the book con- taining the names and particulars of people who have been buried in the Old Bethesda Ceme- t-Y The secretaries of the Sub-Committee wroe applying for monetary aid towards expenses in connection with arrangements for celebrating peace. They had arranged a supper and enjuar- tainment, for all local demobilisea soldiers and sailors, who number over 350. The Committee also, hope to be able to give tea to all school children during peace week. It waA resolved to write to Canon Rawnsley to have a first-class display of bon-nrea and fireworks, and to write to Urban and County Councils to join in becuring aeroplanea. Inspector Stephen Owen wrote thanking t-he Council for their help in performing his duties, his office now expiring. The Clerk read a letter from the G.W.R. that they were prepared to re-open Manod Station on the 5th of May. The Company was thanked. It was decided to insert omitted names in the list of voters at the first opportunity, and to exhibit a list so that voters may rectify any errors. Alderman Wm. Owen proposed a vote of thanks to the Chairman and Vice-Chairman on fche end of their term of office, and regretted that the Vice-Chairman had not been returned to the Council. After the meeting the members, officials, and reporters were entertained to dinner at the Queen's Hotel by the Chairman and the Clerk. After dinner several toasts were drunk, includ- ing the Royal Family and the Premier, and "The Army and Navy," proposed by Captain Ben T. Jones." The Council" was proposed by Alderman Wm. Owen in an eloquent speech. He said he was now retiring from the Council, not having been returned at the recent election. He was on the Local Board in 1887, and lie and Mr. Cadwaladr Roberts were the only two now alive of the 12 members. The Board did a wonderful amount of good work. It was s&itl that some councillors were too g/ey-haired, and that it was advisable to have new blood in the Council. He was pleased to be able to sav that his hair had turned grey in the ser- vice of the town. Reconstruction was before I the new Council, and in performing that task he wished them every luck, and that the old 13 members would be eyes and leaders to the 10 new members.—Mr. Joseph Williams' toast was "The Town and Trade of Festiniog." He expected to see an electric railway made to the seashore at Portmadoc in the near future, with many other improvements.—Mr. David Jones | proposed the health of the two gentlemen who gave the dinner, which was well received.-Dr. Richard Jones thanked the Council for the way they helped him to perform his duties. He wished the new Council every good, and hoped that the town would be beautified. Cleanliness was essential to health. House owners should be compelled to keep the inside of their houses in good condition.—The Vice- Chaft-man thanked the members for their co- operation. He regretted not having been re- turned. He had done what he could for the place, and kept the quarries going e"nx;irely for the 6ake of the inhabitants.—Mr. Hugh Lloyd (Dyfodwg), Bryfdir, and Glyn Myfyr, gave bardic addresses.—Mr. Daniel Williams sang the National Anthem, all joining in the chorus.

BARMOUTH. At the annual meeting of the Harbour Trust, last week, Dr. J. O. Williams was elected chairman, and Captain Griffith Richards, vice- chairman. Messrs. Gwilym Davies and Owen Edwards have been appointed superintendents of Caer- salem Chapel Sunday School. Some time ago the Rector (the Rev R. Lloyd Roberts) appeaeld for for funds to erect a mem- orial stone to the men whose bodies were cast ashore during the war. The fund has now been closed, S24 11s. ld. having been subscribed. A committee has been appointed to carry out the final arrangements. On Friday a meeting was held at Llanaber to discuss the question of workmen's dwellings. It was reported that there was a great scarcity of workmen's houses at Llanaber and that somo of the present houses had two rooms only and that seven persons had to sleep in one room. It was decided to urge DoJgelley Rural Council to build at least nine work- men's dwellings at an early date. Sympathy is extended to Ljmce-corporal Henry Williams, Prince's-avenue, in the death of his father last week at Colwyn Bay at the age of ninety-two years. 1 Second Lieutenant D. R. Jones, Aelfor Cot- j tage, has been promoted to the rank of lieuten- ant. Private Bert Strongman has been pro- oted to lanoe-eorporal. At the Baptist Chapel on Sunday eyenmg, an interesting paper was read on "Caniadaeth y CysegT," by P.C. Davies. He also gave some of his experiences during his three years' ser- vice in France. The annual qyfarfod ysgol was held at Park- road C.M. Chapel on Sunday when the classes w_>re catechised by the Rev. E. Afonwy Williams. The children rendered several hymn tunes under the leadership of Mr. W. J. Griffith. Misses Dorothy Griffith and Gracie Richards presided at the oran. A similar meeting was held at Caersalem Chapel when the classes were cate- chised by the Rev. Gwynoro Davies and Mr. omas L. Evans. Mr. David Owen conducted the singing and Miss Mamie Roberts waa at the organ. A strong and influential advertising com- mittee has been appointed to deal with the advertising of the town, and steps are being taken to bring out a new guide book. On Sunday week Mr. H. P. Williams was ap- pointed superintendent of the Chris1 Church Sunday School, and Mr. David Egryn Williams secretary.

LLITHFAEN. An eisteddfod was held at the C.M. Chapel, Llithfaen, in connection with the Eifl Debat- ing Society. Mr. W. M. Toleman, Pwllheli, presided, and the conductor was-Mr. J. O. Jones (Arifog); musical adjudicator, Mr. T. Armon Jones, R.A.M., Liverpool. The suc- cessful competitors were.-Challenge solo, Mr. I Prydderch Williams; soprano solo, Mrs Blake, Pwllheli; duet, Mrs. Blake and Miss Davies, I Pwllheli; solo, Miss Hughes, Llanaelhaiarn. aged ten, who was highly complimented by the Adjudicator, who said she would be one of the leading sopranos in the near future; reci- tation, Robert Roberts, Bryn Mjasirion, Llith- tation, Robert Roberts, Bryn Wirion, Llith- I faen; englyn on "Heddwch" (Peace), Sergeant Hughes, Wrexham, who composed it while in France. It was the general opinion that the standard of the eisteddfod was above the average. chapel was crowded. The pro- ceeds will be given to the local soldiers' mem- ceeds will be given to the local soldiers' mem- orial fund.

THE MERIONETHSHIRE GIRL GUIDES. The Deputy Chief Commissioner for Wales stayed a few days last week in Penrhyndeu- draeth, with the County Commissioner (Miss Rudyard Helpman). Miss Nieholl visited Blaenau Festiniog where Sle formed a most promising new company of Guides with Miss Enid Davies as captain, and Miss Rollands as lieutenant. The 1st Merioneth f Company, Deudraeth Wl, was inspected, and afterwards they gave an excellent display of musical and wand drill. The Depuxy Ch'ef Commissioner complimented the Guides on their Commissioner complirnen-ted the Guides on their appearance and remarked she bad never seen better drill. Miss Nieholl then gave a camp- fire yarn followed by games. The evening ended with the enrolment of those Guides who have passed their "tenderfoot" test. The Dyffryn Company has been formally registered at Headquartem and the girls are hoping to shortly pam tbeir "tenderfoot" tests.

Aberdovey Common. ] FARMERS AND GRAZING RIGHTS. On Lady Day a meeting of the farmers of J Cefnrhos, and others interested in the grazing right, in the Common, was held at the Library Institute, Aberdovey, Alderman W. Jones Hughes in the chair. The room was crowded, j The business of the meeitiing was to consider the arrangement made years ago as to the number of cat le and sheep that each farm in Cefnrhos is supposed to send to the Common to graze. Owing to the division of farms, and other changes, the former schedule re- quired amending. It was resolved that the farmers present (with the conveners of the meeting) should make the arrangements neces- sary. The farmers present agreed to tJie fol- lowing new schedule.—D. R. Jones Trefeddian, 7 cattle; Hugh Edwards, Pwllhelig, 4; John Owen Crychnant, 7; Thos. Jones, Tyddyn- berth, 6: Thos. Jenkins, Erw, 3; Robert Owen, Bwlchgwyn, 4; Rees Davies Tynewydd, 7; William Jones, Penhelig Ucha, 5; Rhys Ed- ward, Erwpistyll, 4; Dyffryn Farm, 7; Tyddyn- rhys, 5; total, 59. It was decided that sheep be sent only in the months of November, De- cember, January, and February, and that the number be limited to two for each head of cattle. Cattle are not to be sent to the Com- mon before April 15th in any year.

Pwllheli County Court. PECULIAR HORSE CASE. Friday, before Judge Ivor Bowen, K.C. (ii-iiii "ii Griffith, iiiynmawr, Sarn, claimed the return of £ 5 dOCPUtiit on the puic-iase of a horse from Lewis Morris, carrier, Pwllheli. The animal was warranted to be free from iK'tftcts and in good condition. It appears taat plaintiff required the horse to work his •hum, but- as the letter was a left-haiided-" cliuiB the horse to walk the circle in the opposite direction to which it had been accus- tomed. Moreover, there was a defect in one of the horse's hind feet which did not inter- fere with the working of the ordinary churn, but it proved a serious "obstacle in working the plaintiff's churn. Plaintiff therefore sent the horqe back to defendant, saying it was of no use to him. Defendant sold the horse to another man for JE9 10s. and plaintiff claimed the return of his deposit of £ 3.—The Judge said the defendant should either ha.ve returned the horse at once or had it sold by an auction- eer. He sympathised with the defendant, but in the circumstances he was obliged to dec de in favour of the plaintiff, without costs. David Roberts, collier, Ýstrlld Mynacb, South Wales, was sued on a judgment summons for the sum of £1 2s. 10d by Taliesin Griffith, Criccieth. Defendant wrote to the Court pleading sickness in the family and offering to pay three shillings a month. A certificate was produced from the colliery company show- ing that the defendant's wages were JB7 9s. 2d per week. The Judge ma.de an order for the money to be paid within three weeks, failing which defendant would be committed to prison for twenty-eight days.

Heroic Welsh Nurse. STORY OF A FRENCH RAILWAY SMASH. The story of the heroic act of a nurse, Miss Alurna Blache Francis, daughter of Mrs. Francis, late of Griffin-terrace, Penrhyndeu- draeth, is revealed by the "San Francisco Chronicle." Miss Francis a few years ago emigrated to the States and during the war joined the merican Red Crosg and was sent to serve with the army ia France. Nurse Francis was in the recent train smash in a. narrow tunnel near Paris when fifty per- sons were killed and a hundred persons ser- iously injured. Despite her injuries she took the situation in hand and ordered those least jured to remove those seriously injured to the ndamaged coaches. She rendered first aid to all and cut up all her white clothing in her it case as bandages. When asked by someone what was her name, she replied that it was against army rules to give it. But the en- quirer learned from another American nurse at Tottenham Hospital, London, her name It is understood that she will be the re- cipient of a medallion by the French Govern- ent for her heroic deed.

CRlCCIETH. A general meeting of the shareholders of the Criccieth Institute (Trading), Limited was held on Friday, Mr. J. E. Greaves presiding. The financial statem3nt for the year ended 31st January was adopted. A bonus of five per cent. was declared, and it was, resolved to place 2200 in the reserve fund. A committee of management of eleven members was appointed. A vote of thanks to the Treasurer (Mr. W. TaJmage Davies) was passed. The Soldiers and Sailors Reception Com- mittee met at the Town Hall on Friday night, Mr. J. Harlech Jones presiding, It was resolved to ask the several churches to contribute to the reception fund and to arrange for enter- taining as many soldiers and sailors as pos- sible on Wednesday in Easter week, a further number to be welcomed, on their return later, during Whit-week. Private David Lloyd, eldest son of Mr. John oyd. Merllyn Crossing, returned home this eek from Egypt. The Prime Minister has commissioned Mr. Tim Evans, the Welsh artist, to paint several rge pictures of landscape surrounding his old home at Llanystumdwy. Through the medium of the local War Allot- ments Association three tons of seed potatoes immune variety have been distributed among embers of the Association.

HARLECH. On Wednesday the quarterly meeting of the C.M. Sunday Schools was held at Llanfair, Mr. L. O. Evans, Barmouth, presiding. Mr Jones Williams, Harlech, read a paper on The Labour Questions in the Light of the Bible." Mr. Edmund Williams, Council School, Tal- sarnau, was appointed Sunday -School exam- iner for the next three years, with Mr. M. Jones and Mr. Samuel Williams. The gymanfa is to be held at Harlech on May 5th, and at Barmouth on May 7tb. The Rev. R. W. Evans and the Secretary were deputed to buy books for prizes. Mr. John Lloyd, M.A., County School, was elected prwident for 1920, and Mr Richard Griffith, Limbedr, and Mr. Robert Griffiths, Harlech, re-lected treasurer and secre- tary.

LLWYNCWRfL. Ex P.C. William Evans, who retired from the police force twenty-one years ago, died last week at his home in Llwyngwril where he had resided during his retirements The funeral took place on Friday.

WELSH 1914 MEN. All men of the Welsh Regiment and South Wales Borderers who served in France before November 23rd, 1914, and who are therefore entitled to the 1914 Star should write to the Oolonel-in-Charge of Records, No. 1, Shrews- bury, giving regimental number and present address, and the Star will be forwarded to them.

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