The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

CORWEN. The annual meeting of the Nursing Associa- tion was held at the Assembly Room on Friday, the Hon. Mrs. Wynn presiding. The Committee reported that on the whole sub- scriptions were well maintained during the war, but JS65 Is 9d. did not adequately represent | what the district should contribute to so worthy a cause. Receipts amounted to C257 6s. lOd; expenditure, S290 12s. 8d. The difference be- f tween the normal receipts and expenditure was approximately B100 on the debit'side which re- presented an equivalent sum contributed. by Mrs. Williams of Angharad in aid °* the cost of experimentally engaging the services of a village nurse to undertake midwifery work principally. Nurse Thomas acquired her .M B. certificate so that she was now qualified to undertake both midwifery and district work. The income of the Association was in- aufficient to maintain two nurses. The- number of cases dealt with by the nurse during the period covered by this report was 201; total number of visits 4,009. She was also twen .y- hix nights on night duty. The village nurse dealt with sixty-one cases and her total number of visits was 1,569 The report and' accounts were unanimously passed, and the President and Committee warmly thanked for their services. i The Hon. Secretary stated £ 65 Is. 9d was too small an amount to raise throughout the iflistrict. He wished it could be increased to £ 100 md thus avoid the necessity of jumble Sales and the like. If the majority of sub- t scribers doubled their donations the requisi tttmount would be forthcoming. I i > The Hon. Mrs. WynD was re-elected pre- sidect.

ABERBOVEY. The annual general meeting of the Aber- dovey Golf Club was held on Easter Monday, when Mr. D. W. Evans, of Cardiff, presided Si over a very large attendance. The Secretary I (Major* Reeves) submitted the accounts for i 1918 which were very satisfacbory and were unanimously adopted. Mr. W. C. Kettle was appointed president for 1919, and Lord Justice Atkin and Mr D W. Evans, Cardiff, vice-presi- dents. The Rev P. A. Lushington was re- appointed captain of the Club. The following members were elected on the Committee: The Rev D. E. Davies, Messrs W. R. Nash, E. H Hughes, S Baldwin, F Griffin, Dr Pugh, P A. B. Fletcher, D. Hewitt, and S. Hardie. The question of the drainage and re-organising of the course was very fully 'discussed and considered and the Committee were empowered to obtain the services of a drainage expert and I also of a golf course architect, immediately, I with a view to having the course efficiently drained, re-organised, and improved through- out. It was resolved to hold a new competi- tive meeting at Whitsuntide, towards which Mr. Baldwin and Mr. Nash kindly promised to provide a cup each to be played for. It was I also decided to hold the "Summer meeting in the first week of September. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the Rev. H. Foster, M.A. A vote of thanks to the Chairman (Mr t IX W Evans) terminated the meeting.

I LLANBEDR At a competi-ive meeting at Llanbedr of the C.M. of Moriah Chapel, Mr. T. O. Williams Was chairman; Mr. Goronwy Lewis (Goronwy Yehan), conductor; the Rev Elwy Williams, Corwen, music adjudicator; Mr. Richard Gri- ffith, Wenallt, treasurer; and Mr. Ellis Jones, Glyn, secretary. Miss Gladys Arthur accom- panied. The prise winners were—Children's choir, Llanbedr (conductor, Miss Arthur; panied. The prize winners were—Children's choir, Llanbedr (conductor, Miss Arthur; Stanza (englyn ir Groes Goch), Mr. H. Jones, ^olgelley; soprano solo, Miss Evans, Brwyn- t Hynan; recitation, Misses Kate Richards and Bessie Williams; stanza (6 verses), "The league of Nations," Mr John Evans, Tyddyii- felin; choir, Llanfair (conducted by Mr. Owen Owen, Caecethin); chief essay, Mr. W. J. Williams, Festiniog; duet, Messrs. Ellis Lloyd Williams, Festiniog; duet, Messrs. Ellis Lloyd j • and George Simon; challenge solo (male), Mr. George Simon, Llanbedr; hazel s'fcck, Mr J. Jones, Penrhyndeudraeth; and black thorn stick, Mr. Evan Thomas, Llanbedr. The pro- ceeds go to the New Chapel building fund.

r LLANFAIR. '-The newly-elected Parish Council met on Thursday when the following were elected officers:—Mr. T. 0 Williams,-Garth, chairman; the Rev. W. D. Roberts, rector, vice-chairman; Captain Evans, Bryngoleu, treasurer; Mr. Ben Rowlands, re-elected secretary; overseers, Mr. T. 0. Williams, Mr. John Parry (Cilybron- *nydd), Captain Pugh (Brynymor), Mr. D. Richards (Bronygarth), and assistant overseer, W Williams, Castle View; re-elected, Mr. j 0. Williams, Capl>ain Evans, Mr. J. Parry, t Jiid Mr. G Evans were elected on the Patiir I Committer; and it was resolved to repair the path leading to Hafodyllyn. Captain Pugh *88 selected to represent the Council on Bar- mouth School Managers' Committee. |

t BRITISH FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. An extraordinary general meeting of the British Fire Insurance Co., Lxtd., was held in ^^don on Thursday when it was unanimously (al to transact employers liability and ^orkmen's compensation insurance; and (b) to lncrease the capital of 'he Company to £ 500,000 In the unavoidable absence of Viscountess the chair was taken by Mr. H S. who proposed the resolutions and the Proposal having been seconded by Mr. D. R. ■Llewellyn, was carried unanimously. the course of his remarks ^he Chairman *w,ted that owing to* the nucleus of business Company was already associated with, ^here y< every prospect of it being a great success ik though the development would be on I ^-Utious lines, the Company had a great I *uture.

I I Thm Oflamiaf Custard I ;CreamCust4rd t SCIENTIFIC SIGHT TESTING R. G. OWEN, F,S.M, CERTIFIED OPTICIAN, LLANRWST. *a7 be consulted at Buckley's Temper- aice, Portmadoc, every Third Friday in the Month Hours-11 to 8. '1'e1. No. 29 i J. THOMAS (Late J. Roberts), HIGH STREET, Portmadoc, FISH AND POULTRY MERCHANT, « All v j LICENSED GAME DEALER. T in5?Su°f rFlsh Season. Poultry always m Stock. Ice supplied. Or<Jer8 promptly attended to. a27 The Great Skin Cure. jj BUDDEN'S S.R. SKIN OINTMENT. ? T WILL CURE Itching after one application ^rv, Jestrovs every form of Eczema; heals all • and Sores; acts like a charm on Bad i,, -ls ln a. 6 for Piles; prevents Cuts from 1 ye nn?; W1'I cure Ringworm in a few days; 1 8o,!lOVeB most obstinate Eruptions and ■ ls- 3d-—Agents—For l »sts MeSsrs Wynne and Sons, Chem- Jjj • fier street; Portmadoc, M. E. Morris; U 9nau Festiniog; J Lloyd Jones; Pwllheli t)ki « Griffith; Machynlleth, Mr. Arthur; ^■gelley, R and G. Williams. a* THE LATE Ur John Gibson's Sermon 1 t "A CREATES FAITH THAN IS I HELD IN CREEDS." ■ nm Delivered at f! SOUTH PLACE CHAPEL. LONDON, 1 Jane 6th. 1886. 2d. Poet free, 3d., front Cambrian Newa," Aberystwyth. ■, ■' i

HARLECH. On Saturday the workmen employed at the Castle presented Mr. Robert Cross, the fore- man, with a fountain pen on the occasion o. his removal to Carisbroke Castle where he has been appointed clerk of works. He will be succeeded at Harlech by Mr. Robert Roberts, a discharged soldier, who was doing similar work at Carnarvon Castle before joining the army. Mr. A P. Graves, M.A., Erinfa, contem- plates removing from Wimbledon for perman- ent residence a. Erinfa. Mr. Graves is well known throughout Wales. He is the author of "Father 0 Flyim" and several Irish lyrics and has translated words of Welsh airs into Eng- lish. He is a keen supporter of ",he eisteddfod and a member of the bardic circle (orsedd y Beirdd). Mr W. Jones, Portmadoc, has been ap- pointed manager of Harlech Bank and will take over Llanbedr and Talsarnau branches, to be worked by a staff from Harlech. P.C. J. Jones, late Bala, took up duties at Harlech on Wednesday, Sergeant Davies leav- ing the same day for his new post at Blaenau Festiniog. Mrs. Jane Richards, late Bronycastell, died r at her daughter's house (St David's Garage) on Friday, and her. emains were buried on Monday at Capeluchaf. 1 >ie Rev. I). Davies (Dewi Eden) officiated. The evening delivery, suspended di-rng the war, was re-started on Monday, an add-i-oral postman being appointed—Mr. Evan Jones, Portmadoc, an ex-soldier. Private O. Einion Morris, Gwyddfor, arrived home from Cologne (n Mjnday on it-t-ye.

W9B59 £ ss>> ° •388K aK I ur portrait is of Mr FRANK INGE, of 8 Kil- blain Street, Greeaock. who writes:— "I had a very bad running abscess in the jaw for some years; it was gradually eating the bone away-it would get better and then break out again. I was continually poulticing the abscess, but still it would not heal. One day sotneone advised me to try 'Clarke's Blood Mixture,' and after taking two bottles I could see a great difference, eo I continued with it, and after taking the third bottle it had dis- appeared. I was quite run down, weak, and very tun, but as soon as the abscess bad healed I began to fill out again." Abscesses, Ulcers, Bad Legs, Glandular Swellings, Eczema, Boils, Pimples, Sores and Eruptions, Piles, Rheumatism, are all sure signs of clogging blood impurity, calling for immediate treatment through the blood (outward application is of little use). For cleansing the blood of its impurities there is no other remedy just as good as Clarke's Blood Mixture. That is why so many remark- able cures stand to its credit. Pleasant to take, and free from anything injurious. Ask for and see you get Clarke's Blood Mixture EVERYBODY 8 BLOOD PURIFIER." George Peacock & Co. (LATE E. BLAKEYI ENGINEERS,SURVEYORS,VALUERS, ARCHITECTS ESTATE AND HOUSE AGENTS, Victoria Buildings, Barmouth. Sales by Private Treaty. Valuations. Letting of'Furnished and Unfurn shed Houses Rents'Collected and Estates Managed. Mortgages Arranged. '.Surveys carried out and Plans Prepared. Insurance of all kinds effected at CurrentRates. I HARRY & Sons MRACTICAL, I LUMBERS, R.P. Certificate Queen's Buildings, Blaenau", Festiniog HOT AND COLD WATER FITTERS. SAN I/TAR Y ENGINEERS Estimates Given for ELECTRIC LIGHT, BELLS, and TELEPHONE INSTALLATIONS. BEST CLASS OF WORK ONLY EXECUTED. Complete Stock of Electrical and HotjWater Fittings AND.. Modern Sanitary Appliances. I I She Black Enamel wit! t&Soft Rich lustre 1d t- fcrKnOmft pr RadWtcft t .it jbr CmU* /j /SrXWort .ft'" yadltll I JAMES tQ BRISTOL. Ens. Jponott s COtlXPNÈN IMPORTANT TO FARMERS Messrs. RICHARDS BROTHERS, General Merchants, Pensarn, having bees appointed Official Collectors of Potatoes for the County of Merioneth under the Government Control-Scheme invite all farmers to communicate with them I without delay. Maximum scale price paid. Bags supplied free. Telephone—33, Portmadoc; 5, Bala. EVAN JONES & SONS EngUab and ForWgn TIMBER AND COAL MERCHANTS, SAW MILLS, PORTMADOC. and at BALA. BUILDING TIMBER.-Red and White Deals, Planed Boards, Pitch Pine, Mouldings, etc. WHEELWRIGHT'S TIMBER.-Spokea, Shafts, Felloes, Barrow, Cart, and other ti- sawn to requirements. QUARRY TIMBER.—Sleepers, Crane Poles, Waggon Frames, PvOft eIIa. QUICK DELIVERY OF GOODS ALL ALONG THE FRONTIER ————————— OF CARDIGAN BAY. ————————— Guaranteed at the Lowest Market Prices. Flour, Feeding Stuffs and Offals always In stoski The Portmadoc Flour Mills Co., PORTMADOC. Tel.: 14. Tel. Address: Millers," Portmadoc. Phone: 38. Agents-FORD &0 VERL AND CARS. CHARLES HUGHES & SONS, THE GARAGN, PORTMADOC FORD OARS Overhauled, Body Repairs Painting, and New Hoeds made on the premises. STOCK: Dunlop Tyres, Lubricating Oils and Accessories. IkDe R BAIRD'S, New Paris and LondonISiDring"Nu iliery Models now on Show. Buy early. Supplies limited. BAIRD, Portimdoc. Artificial Teeth, ON VULOANOT, DENTAL ALLOY, AND GOLD FINEST QUALITY. ALL PRICES. Mr. Williama, CABMON HOUSE, CLAMY-PWLL, BI. Festiniog. LLANRWST: Tuesdays and Fair Days, at Oomet Stores, Station Road. PENRHYNDEUDRAETH: Thursdays, at Mrs. Roberts, Market Square (opposite Griffin Hotel), 2 to 8. PORTMADOC: Friday, Mr. Hughes. Photo- grapher (opposite New Post Office), 11, to 5. TRAWSFYNYDD: 1st and 3rd Saturday, Mr. W. M. Morris, Draper Clifton Howe, 3 to 6. tM3 I Royal & Commercial-Hotel PMTMADOC. FAMILY and COMMERCIAL HOTEL. Centrally situated. Recommended by Motor Union and Auto Cycle L Garage. Billiards. Bus meets all Trains. Under Entirely New Management. Mrs. HARRISON Proprietress. When Your Head Aches TAKE A DOSE OFF RABINE is the safest, quickest, and most reliable HEADACHE CURB known. Millions sold, and thousands of testi- moniala received. Should there be any difficulty In getting RASINE from your chemist or groeer, end a P.O. for Is. for 15 doeee, or four penny staihps for three trial doeea, to HUGH JONES MY.S., F.B.M.G., THE MEDICAL HALL, BLAENAU FESTINIOG. i All Kinde of Ropes, Paints, and Requisites for Shipe and Yachts always In stock. SHIP BISCUITS MADE TO ORDER. Telephone: No. IN. WILLIAM MORRIS & Co. SHIP CHANDLERS and IRONMONGERS, PMTMADOC- M E. MORRIS, CHEMIST, 73, HUM STREET, PMTMADOS. INVALID AND TOILET REQUISITES. d75 PHOTOGRAPHIC MATERIALS. THE SPORTSMAN HOTEL, PORTMADOC. FIRST CLASS FAMILY AND COMMERCIAL HOTEL. Under new Management. Situate cJoa te Station and near to all places of interest. Even Accommodation. Posting In all its branehss. Tel.: No. 15. Proprietress, Miss JONES. LLOYD & SONS, PRINTERS, BOOKSELLERS, STATIONEM. 125, HIGH STREET, PORTMADOC, Hare an Excellent Stock of ACCOUNT BOOKS, MANUSCRIPTS, ACCOUNTS, OFFICE UTBNBIL% sad ,Tlr. COPYING LETTER BOOKS, Etc., eft*. AGENT FOR G088'8 WARE. IIMIT TO MM. Prevent Loss in 'all your Stock by using Morris Evans' Horse, Sheep and Cattle Oil. Fall instructions with every Bottle. I The change of food generally means A DECREASE IN- THE jMXLIK: but by dosing your Cattle with Morris Evans' Horse Sheep and Cattle Oil you prevent this Decrease. II During the coming months by. continually using Morris Evans' Horse, Sheep and Cattle Oil you can keep Your Stock Healthy in Stomach and Body. I A HEALTHY COW MEANS MORE MILK. I Morris Evans' Horse, Sheep and Cattle Oil in Bottles, 11 2s., 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 EVANS and Co., i The Manufactory, FESTINIOG, NWales. o "A SURE SHIELD" [ fl —a reliable protection-against the attacks of indigestion is to be found in Beecham's Pills. Confirmation of this comes from all parts of the world. The long record and the high reputation of this success- ful preparation should inspire every confidence in those who have yet to take it for the first time. Beecham's Pills bring speedy relief to those suffering from lassitude, biliousness, sick headache, constipa- tion, poor appetite and other signs of stomach trouble. Furthermore LI if these pills are taken from time to time even when there is freedom L II from any special ailment or indisposition, they will greatly assist in n maintaining fitness and condition thus proving a sure shield |"1 against the attacks of that great enemy of the general health— LI Indigestion. Preserve your strength and vigour by using U 19 | BEECHAM'S. P1 U £ I ) Sold everywhere ia bozos. labelled Is-3d and 3s-OoI. < ) c:J .8[=::1. c:J. k

PORTMADOC. The Rev. Griffith Parry, Bor hygest, and Mr. J. Kyffin, Portmadoc, attended at Tremadoc C.M. Church as delegates on behalf of the Monthly Meeting when the Church unanimously decided Jo take the necessary steps to secure a minister. A committee of seven members were nominated to co-operate with the deacons in selection.

BLAENAU FESTINIOG. Private Wm. G. Jones, Bryn Tegid, who has been missing since March 23rct, 1918, is now presumed kuled in action on that date. Mr. Jones was depu y manager of the Maenofferen slate quarry, the manager being his father, Mr. G. E. Jones, Plas y Bryn. Messrs J. Tudor Owen, A.R.O.M., was musi- cal adjudicator at Criccieth last week, and Mr. Richard Morris Jones, Bethania, at Lianrwst. Mr. Robert Jones, .Mills Row, a deacon at Bowydd C.M. Chapel, is recovering from an attack of pneumonia. Also Mrs. Alun Griffiths, Church-street. Whilst coming with milk to Festiniog on Saturday, the horse of Mr. Evan Jones, Bryn yr Odyn, bolted down Sun-street, ani failing to take the curve at the bottom horse and cart, crashed into Mr. Riehard Roberts's shop and did considerable damage. The cart was a heap of ruins and the horse died of its injuries. Mr Jones escaped with slight injuries. At a vestry meeting on Saturday, the assistant overseers stated that 212,801 had been collected during the year ended March 31st, and that the arrears of £1,251 had been re- duced to £513. The prospects for the future were bright, as many houses which had been empty for years were now occupied. The col- lectible rate was 915,060 9s. 6d.; collected, 212,801 3k. 6d.; allowances on empty houses, S768 5s. 3d.; other allowances, C823 3s. lld. It was resolved to levy a rate of 9s. 6d. in the pound, an increase of 6d. on the previous year's ra-,e which showed a deficit. Fourpelioe of the 6d. would go to pay the deficit and the re- mainder towards the new calls. The calls were for £15,003 12s. 3d., and a 9s. 6d. rate would fetch £ 14,530 lis. 6d., and JM50 could be raised from the rate book. A victory banquet was held at the Queen' Hotel on Thursday, under the patronage of the Moelwyn Lodge of Free Masons. The chairman was Mr J. Lloyd Jones, chemist. Bryfdir won a £ 2 2s. prize for an elegy at Tremadoc on Easter Saturday.

I TOWYH. Messrs. John Pugh »:id Tiioruas sold the property named Brynawel, consisting of three shops and dwelling reuses. At their sale on the 23rd April. The purchaser was Mr. R. Ll. Lewis, Porthgwyn. The block is one of the most favourably situated in the town, immedi- ately facing the Cambrian Railways Station. The two adjoining houses were withdrawn at At the Council School, on Tuesday evening, a supper, followed by a miscellaneous enter- tainment, was given to welcome home soldiers and sailors connected with the Welsh C.M. Church; also their wives, children, and parents. At the entertainment the chair as taken by Mr. J. Maethlon James, J.P., and Mr J. Geufronydd Jones acted as conductor. The following gave their servicesLieut J. Owen (Llanrwst), Mrs. Pink, Misses Dora Morris Gwladys Edwards and Olwen Williams, Messrs W. Pryce Williams, W. O. Ellis, and Aticurin Williams, and a party of Council School child- ren. A warm welcome on behalf of Hie «.! urch was extended the men by Mr Thomas Jones, B.Sc., J.P-, Mr Meredith Jones, J.P,, and Mr Maethlon James, J.P. Touching references were made to those who had fallen and sym- pathy extended to their relations. Private Owen Jones, of Aberystwyth Theological Col- lege, expressed thanks on behalf of the soldiers and sailors. On Good Friday a test concert was held in aid of the Wesleyan Chapel trust funds. Tile chairman was Dr. E. Lewys Lloyd, and! the conductor, the Rev. T. Gwilym Roberts. Prizes were awarded as follows;—Solo f r those who had not won before: Miss Evans, Abergynol- wy. Duet: Messrs. Evan Humphreys and iæwis Jones, Abergynolwyn. Challenge solo: Mr. Evan Humphmyt; Ab-ergynelwyn. In the chief choral competition, five parties com p3ted. Two, Aberdovey (Mr. Hugh Lewis, conductor) and Dysynni (Mr. Evan Howells, conductor) were almost equal. The prize, with a silver cup for the conductor, was awarded the Aberdovey party. The marriage tooR place at the Welsh C.M. Church, on Wednesday. of Captain W. A. Burn, M.C. (S.W.B.), and MissTessie Davies Jones, second daughter of Mr and Mrs Rd. Jones, Pall Mall, Towyn. The officiating min- ister was the Rev. Robert Davies, B.A. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a white crepe de chine dress and black satin hat lined with pink georette and carried a lovely bouquet of lilies. She was attended by her sister, Miss Dilys Jones, in a pale blue eolienne frock and black satin hat lined with pale blue georgette and trimmed with forget- me-nots. She also carried a bouquet of lilies. Mr. RJobert Burn, Swansea (brother of the bridegroom), was best man. Others present were Mrs. Richards Jones (mother of bride), Dr and Mrs. Fenwick Jones, Mrs. Burn, Swansea, and a large number of friends. The honey- moon is being spent in London. At the Corbett Arms Hotel, on Wednesday, Messrs. Pughe and Thomas offered for sale Brynawel House, three shops, and two dwelling houses known as Brynawel, the whole being owned by Mr. T. W. Powell, Aberystwyth. The first Hot was bought by Mr. R LI Lewis, Porth- gwyn Stores. The houses were not sold.

PONTRHYDFENDICAID Florida Dramatic Society gave a series of dramatic performances during the week and drew together crowded audiences. On Tues- day evening a drama "T Ddol ac Heddyw," by the Rev. D. G. Williams, St. Clear's, was performed. The staging and acting were ex- cellent. The Rev. J. D. Jones, B.A., Ystrad Meurig School, presided, and Mr. John Rees, C.M., conducted. The Chairman, delivering an instructive address on the edifying influences of the drama. On Thursday evening, Mr. S. M.A., Tregvoa, ided. Mr. J. Rees again conducted. Mr Tom Bonnell, the noted tenor from Pen're Ystrad, favoured the meeting with a song and also took the solo in Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." Friday evening saw "Bacca. ai Merched" staged, embodying scenes in the Chartist Rio*. Dr. John Morgan, Pont- rhydygroes, presided. Great credit is due to the partv for their efforts in aid of t-he soldiers fund., the receipts being handed over entirely to the Treasurer of the Bon Patriotic Society. Mr J. as conductor, warmly thanked all for support and good behaviour.

BALA. Mr. Edward Davies; Coedyfoel, Bala, was pored by a bull last week. He is progressing favourably.

Towyn Council. HEAVIER RATES LEVIED. The annual meeting of Towyn Council was held at the Council Rooms on Friday. Mr. Meredith Jones gave a welcome to the clerk, Mr Richard Barnett, who had been absent from the Council meetings for some time owing to illness, and congratula'ed him on his recovery. He would now be able to con- tinue his work for them for many years. Mr. W. Jones Hughes, associating himself with the vote, hoped "he Council would not work Mr. Barnett too hard. (Laughter.) Mr. Barnett responded suitably. Mr. E. L. Rowlands proposed Mr. R O. Richards as chairman. Mr W. Jones Hughes seconded, and it was carried. Mr. Meredith Jones, the retiring chairman, thanked the Council for their support: He bad had the honour of having been in the chair the year armistice was signed and he hoped peace would be signed during Mr. Richards' term Mr. Richards thanked the Council for his appoint- ment, and proposed a vote of thanks to the old Chairman for his work and excellent attend- ance. Mr. W. Jones Hughes seconded the proposition which was carried. Mr Jones, chemist, Towyn, was appointed vice-chairman on the proposition of Mr. R. II. Lewis. Towyn Commit'ee was re-elected and Mr E. L Rowlands and Mr. Gray Jones were appointed Aberdovey Committee. Mr. Jones Hughes said the Council should consider the Clerk's salary which was only £60. Barmouth Council had increased the salary of their Clerk from C70 to £100, but Mr Barnett had received no increase since he was appointed though the work had trebled.—Mr. John Rees, Pennal, moved that they consider the salaries of all the officials.—Mr. David Jones seconded.—Mr Jones Hughes's proposi- tion to refer the matter to the Finance Com- mittee by itself was carried. The Clerk submit-ed his estimate for the year. £490 would have to be raised by rate in ¡ the country district and a rate of 8d was levied. In Towyn, £ 919 would have to be raised and Towyn Committee suggested a rate of 2s. 10d., an increase of Id. from last year. j That was agreed to. Aberdovey would have to account for E875 and a rate of 2s. lid. was levied. A water rate of 4d. was leyied for Aberdovey and Is for Towyn. Mr. Ffestin Williams, Aberdovey, and Mr. John Lloyd, Towyn, the retiring members from the Food Committee were re-elected. The overseers were re-appointed. The Railway Executive Committee wrote that as over 700 railway engines and trains were sent over to France during the war, and that owing to labour difficulty and shortage of materials, a good number of the engines were out of repair, it. was* desirable that visitors who could should take thtrr holidays sooner in the year in order to avoid a big crush and heavy railway traffic.—Mr E. L. Rowlands said it would be an advantage to the district if people came for their holidays in May and July as the hotel and boarding housekeepers could let their houses many times over in August. He proposed that they write to the Committee that they were in favour of earlier holidays.—Mr. Rees Davies complained of the bad railway facilities for the coast. When visitors came by fast train they were stopped, a*. Machynlleth where they had to wait for about two hours and while waiting t<hey saw three or four trains passing through to Aberystwyth. It was decided to write to the Cambrian Railways Company to ask them to remedy the train ser- vice and also to the Cambrian Resorts Asso- ciation. The Electric Lighting and Power scheme was discussed. Mr. Barnett said before the scheme would be commenced an expert electrical engin- eer must make an examination and report on the water power. It was decided on the pro- position of Mr. Richard Jones to engage an engineer

TRAWSFYNYDD A concert was held at the Public Hall on Saturday, under the auspices of the Comrades- of the Great War, Mr. K. Jones, Isallt. pre- siding. Songs were rendered by Messrs Morris Davies, Ellis Jones, Caradoc Davies, Richy Jones, H. P. Kilner, David Morris, and E. Walker Davies; recitations by Staff-Sergeant J. Edwards, Army Pay Corps; folk songs by the Comrades Glee Party. Mrs Morris, Glan- ddwyryd, was the accompanist; Mr. W. M. Owen, Blaenau Festiniog, the organiser, ex- plained the aims of the Comrades and urged all ex-soldiers to join. -During the second part (of the programme a sketch, entitled Military I/ife, and written by Mr Jackie Jones, was given by the Comrades. The pro- ceeds were in aid of the local branch of the Comrades. On Easter Monday, at Dolgelley, Mr Richy Jones. eldest son of the late Mr Morris Jones, Friddbrynqoch, was married to Miss Lizzie Ellen Jones, daughter of Mr. Thomas Jones, surveyor, Penlan, Maentwrog. The annual meeting of the Trawsfynydd Farmers' Co-operative Society was held on Thursday, Mr. J. H. Parry, Blaencwm, Prysor, in the chair. The Society since it was initi- ated in 1914 has made very favourable pro- gress, the sale having risen from £ 648 in the first year to £ 6,942 during 1918. Sapper Ellis Jones, Bodlondeb, is on leave from France, and Gunner J. O. Williams has been discharged.

TALSARNAU Lord and Lady Harlech have left Glyn for Brogyn\yn, Oswestry. The annual vestry for Llandecwyn was held on Friday, the Rev. D. T. Hughes, rector, presiding. Mr. Lewis Jones, Coity Bach, chair- man of the Parish Council, was appointed people's warden and Mr. J. Jones-Williams, Pentre Farm, rector's warden. The accounts showed a fair credit balance. A band of German prisoners are working on the foreshore erecting groynes to keep out the sea which hitherto has seriously damaged the crops of adjoining farms.

TltEMADOC. Mr. Lloyd Jones, Tabernacle, Portmadoc, attended the recent Sunday School meeting at Tremadoc C.M. Church to catechise the child- ren in the "History of the Saviour," pre- paratory to the gymanfa'r plant. He expressed pleasure at the ready replies.

1;' /I' IJ. f: ptt A Huge Bladder Stone. "T feel I must make widely known tie debt I owe to Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. They relieved me of a huge bladder stoRe-the largest that ever I heard of-and there is no doubt in my mind that they saved my life, for I might not have survived an operation. How long the stone had been forming I do not know, but for many years I have had warning signs of kidney weakness—rheumatic pains, dizziness, and backache. At last I was advised te enter a hospital. "But when the presence of such an enormous stone was discovered, I made up my mind to try Doan's Backache Kidney Pills before risking an operation. "Four times a day I took these pills, and relief was apparent from the start.. My back became easier) the flow from the kidneys increased, and I gained in strength. At the end of one week's treatment. Dban's Pills te- lieved me of a stone the size of a very big walnut. Since my recovery I enjoy the best I e., of health. I earnestly hope that my experience will help others. (Sod-) "Mary Taynton." 11 EUerystreet, Peckham, London, S.E.15 Writing again on January 2nd, 1918, Mrs. Taynton said:—Sixteen months have passed since Doan's Pills restored my health, and I can state that I have had. no sign. of kidney trouble since my cure." To ensure the same results as Mrs. Taynton, insist upon the mmo Kidney Medicine—DOAN'S BACKACHE KIDNEY PILLS. Sold by all Dealers, or 28. 9d. a bottle from Fos 8 Wells St., Oxford St., London, W.l.

I Dolgelley Guardians. CHAMPIONING THE POOR GUARDIANS OF POOR OR RATES? At the annual meeting of Dolgelley Guardians on Saturday, Mr. Lewis Price was appointed chairman. In taking the chair, Mr. Price welcomed the twelve new members. Mrs. Morgan, Barmouth, was appointed vice-chair- man. It was decided not to elect any co- optative members.—With regard to the Board- ing Out Committee, Mrs. Morgan said women would have to be appointed as men did not take enough interest in children. Mrs. R. C. Evans, Miss Charles, and Miss Elsie Jones, Dyffryn, had visited children's homes and seen to their welfare. At one time Mrs. Evans had nine children under her care.It was decided that the three women guardians-Mrs. Morgan. Mrs. Pugh, and Mrs. Wynne Mills—should be on the Committee. Mr. Ellis Jones Edwards called attention to a case of out-relief which was receiving atten. tion, the woman having applied for an in- crease. He said 10s. was given to the woman with a. family of three. That was her sole in- come and was insufficient. He had been told that she was obliged to sell her flrniture in order to live. The Guardians were guardians of the poor and not of the rates. He was afraid there was a tendency to sweat paupers by giving them insufficient relief. The Guardians were giving war bonus to officials and the paupers should be given war bonus too. —Mrs. Morgan assured Mr. Edwards that the average out relief given had doubled during the war.—The relief was increased to 12s 6d. Letters "were read from rate collectors ex- pressing dissatisfaction at the ii.crease in war bonus of five per cent., making their total fifteen per cent. They asked the Guardians to give them a fifty per cent increase. l'he work had trebled and they intended write to the Poor Law Officers' Association with regard to the matter.—Mr. Owen Ellis said war bonus should only be given to whole time workers.—Mr. David Jones asked why the rate collectors had not applied before?—Mr James Lewis proposed that the matter should be deferred for two u)onths.-M- William Owen said the position of rate ocHector -to a very important one and to keep the cnilertors out of temptation better salaries shou.d be paid -The discussion was deferred for two months. I A resolution by Pershore Union protesting against unemployment benet4- being paid to persons wno previously wers only casually em- ployed and stating taat many persons who were receiving tno benefit, had no desire to find work, was adopted.

BARMOUTH. On Saturday a girl aged seventeen, named Ellen Lloyd, of Abertndwr, Gamorganshire, was charged with stealing a gold chain necklet and a pair of gloves from Tanyffynon, Dyffryn, Defendant pleaded guilty and was bound over. Mr. J. F. Rogers, Victoria/place, died on Saturday at the age of eighty-three. Deceased had carried on a successful business for many years as an upholsterer. Mr. Humphrey Jones, manager of the London City and Midland Bank in the town for over twenty years,, released his duties on Wednesday. The death took place on Thursday of Mrs. Mary Jones, 2, Brynymor, at the age of eighty- two years. She was a member of Caersalem Chapel for over sixty years. The funeral took place on Saturday, the officiating ministers being the Revs. Gwynoro Davies and E. Vaughan Humphreys. She leaves two daugh- ters, Mrs John Jones, Pwllheli, and Miss Jane Jones, and two sons, Messrs Robert and John Jones. The Bowling Club Committee met on Thurs- day at the Masonic Hall. The following were elected as officers :-Chairman, Mr. John Hughes; secretaries, Messrs. Gwilym Davies and Humphrey Jones; captain, Mr. Fred Howe; vice-captain, Mr. Hoary Freeman. Mr. J. Pryoe Jones proposed that the Club's con- gratulations be given to Mr. J. R. Williams on his appointment as manager of the London City and Midland Bank. Mr. Williams was held in high esteem in the town and was popular with all. Mr. Gwilym Davies, in seconding, said Mr. Williams had taken great interest in the Club since its formation. Mr. J. R. Williams suitably responded. The mem- bership fee ,was fixed at 5s., and a minimum charge of 2s. 6d. for ex-soldiers and sailors.. Mr. Morris Pugh, 4, Aelfor-terrace, was re-appointed groundsman.—A vote of thanks was passed to the retiring. Chkirman (Mr. Henry Freeman), and also to Mr. Fred Howe for the great interest taken in the Club during the past season. Sympathy is extended to Mrs Robert Lewis, Hillside, in the death of her brother which took place last week at Penrhyndeudraeth. Lance-corporal Walter Davies, Tyeanol, and Private John Pugh Hughes, Pantcanol, both of Dyffryn, were charged on Friday with hav- ing ridden bicycles without a light. Both defendants pleaded guilty and the Chairman (Mr. F. G. Gibson) said as defendants had been fighting in France the charges would be dis- missed with a caution, but the Bench wished them and all others to note that red lights and front lamps must be carried on all cycles and motors. The Salaries Committee of the Merioneth Education Committee met at the Police Station on Thursday when the following appointments were made :-Headmaster Cvnfal Council School, near Corwen, Mr. Gwiiym W. Owen, C.M., Barmouth; headmaster Aberangell Coun- cil School, Mr. Evan Lloyd Roberts, Harlech; headmaster Brithdir Council School. Mr John Lewis, Corwen, all demobilised soldiers. Miss Rachel Davies, Pennal, Machynlleth, was appointed superintendent school nurse for Merioneth. On Thursday a successful whist drive was held at the Church Hall. The prizes were won by Miss Wellings, Miss G. Roche, the Rev W. M. Williams, M.A., Mr W H Johnson, and Mr David James. Twenty-nine applications have been received from ex-soldiers for small holdings in Meri- oneth. Mr. W. Langford Bflookes, B.A., a demobil- ised soldier, has been appointed on the teach- ing staff at the Council School. Previous to joining the forces Mr. Brookes was in charge of the Wesleyan Chapel at Harlech. The Rev P H eLwis F.T.S.C., conducted a 6inging festival last week at King's Cross Con- gregational Chapel, London

DOLCELLEY. The annual re-union of the Old Girls' Association of Dr. Williams's School was held at Dr. Williams's library in London on April 26th. The large gathering, over which Miss Anstey presided, was addressed by the former head, mistresses, Missr Armstrong and Kos Fewings, and by Dr. J. M. Withraw M.A., and Dr Delia Macdonald. Mrs Lloyd'George (an old girl), who was prevented by a cold from attending, was represented by her daugh- ters, Mrs. Carey Evans (also an old pupil of the School), and Miss Megan Lloyd George. The former expressed her mothers regrets in a graceful little speech. The successful arrangements for the re-union were made by Miss A. May Jones,

!fill" j i Mother Seigel's 1 J Syrup ensures I F good digestion, f If because it tones, t f strengthens and VJili- stimulates the or- f gans of digestion— I (-UQilDtC l stomac^> Uver and V^MuUnL^/ bowels—to healthy activity. In this condition they are I 1 then able to do the | V work efficiently, I n) I and you thus avoid Js Tr the penalties of Indigestion.

-°- Dolgelley Rural Council. THE YEAR'S RATES. The annual meeting of the Rural Council I was held on Saturday. Mr M. Williams, Arthog, was re-appointed chairman, and Mr. Evan Evans was appointed vice-chairman. The Surveyor's estimated expendi ure was £ 600 and total general district rate estimate £ 724. The sum' of 2104 under fhe Agricultural Rates Act was also expected, leaving S620 to be raised by rate. A rate to produce E40 each from Llanegryn, Llanenddwyn, and Llan- gelynin would be required to meet special expenses. A rate of ld. in the pound would produce about 2155. The matter of water rate for Dyffryn was discussed. Last year the rate was 2s. Id. Mr. David Jones proposed 2s., but it was decided to levy a rate of 2s. Id. Llwyngwril rate was 2s 2d. last year.—A Member proposed 2s. 4d. for this year.—The Rev. T. D Davies said iJ., was not right to levy so high a. rate. Llwyngwril was paying more rates than any "ther village m the district. j He proposed that, the rates should be the same as last year.—The Chairman said he had to I speak on that matter at every annual meeting for the pasi twelve years. It had been stated that Llwyngwril paid most rates. It also .used most water for driving machinery. Owing to that, fact a 2d. rate had been levied. It was decided to levy a rate of 2s. 2d.—The water rate at Llanegryn was fixed at 2s., the same as last year.—A scavenger at Llwyngwril was appointed at a salary of B30 per year, a weekly collection to be made; and a soavenger for Corris at S35 per year, a bi-weekly collection to be made. Dr. Hugh Jones reported that the sewers at Fairbourne were in bad condition. With re- gard to tJie prosecution of the County Council for allowing houses to be in an unsanitary condition which was decided on at the last meeting, H, was decided to engage a solicitor.

CRICCIETH. An organ recital was glvea im 9b Dein-'o' Church on Tuesday week by Mr. G. C. Old- field, who joined the colours when he was over military age and has just been demobilised after three years active service. Two visitors also contributed to the musical programme, viz:—Mr. Thompson, violin solos, with organ accompaniment by Miss Whyte.