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GREAT MEETING AT BANGOR.
GREAT MEETING AT BANGOR. [FROM OUR OWN REPORTER. J The Penrhyn Hall, Bangor, was crowded in all fcarts on Saturday evening, when Mr Love Jones- 'Pany, the selected Liberal candidate, addressed, ^mid the greatest possible enthusiasm, the first Meeting held in the city during the present cam- hisn. The meeting was convened with the intention of giving the working classes an °Pportunity of hearing Mr Jones-Parry set forth ^is views on imperial and local questions, but the ^dience was by no means composed of the labour* mg classes, many most influential townsmen Occupying seats in the hall. The chair was taken by Mr John Roberts (who was a likely candidate), *fcd amongst those present were Messrs John Roberts (Menai Yiew), W. C.. Davies, Thomas £ eWis (chairman of the local board),^ Morgan Richards, William Thomas (agent of tlfe United ^j&gdom Alliance), G. Pugh (Llandudno), John ^homa8 (Normal College), Robert Hughes (Plas ^Wyd), Owen Morris, David Richards, M. Davies, And J. Davies (Carnarvon). The Chairman said he was glad to see such a a*ge attendance, and what promised to be, and Undoubtedly would be, an exceedingly enthusiastic meeting (cheers). They were there that evening consider and to concert measures for electing a and proper person to represent Bangor and the ?tter contributory boroughs in Carnarvonshire in **liament. Before they proceeded to the chief ^hject of the meeting, it was only fit to make a fussing reference to the loss they had sustained by death of their late member, Mr Bulkeley f?ughes. A Parliamentary election meeting in the borough of Bangor had now become a thing to them (cheers). It was very Nearly fifteen years since there had been a j*mtested election, and the long peace that •d reigned amongst them had been owing, un- S^estionably, to the respect and esteem in which jheir late member was held by all parties (cheers), fj* Bulkeley Hughes was well-known to them rH—a familiar figure amongst the people—and he f?lght say that he was known to several genera- kK?18 *u Bangor before anyone in that room was to take any active part in public matters sheers). He had now been taken from them, and the world rested or waited for no man, they *ere now caiied upon to elect a gentleman in his £ l*ce. As they already know, there were two Y^didates who asked their suffrages—Mr Love v?11*Parry and Mr Sorton-Parry (applause and msses). One of these gentlemen was well known ft them; the other was scarcely known at all fcghter and hisses). He had asked the question JVh had been in everybody's mouth-" Who is J* Sorton-Parry?'' and few could enlighten him he knew was from what Mr Sorton-Parry had ^d the people of Carnarvonshire himself (laugh- K And tnere was an object inbeinjc unknown, f^ause it enabled a man to give himself an fxcel- 3t character, which no one could contradict ^aughter). As for Mr Love Jones-Parry, things ^Utned a different aspect. He was well known them, and had been before them prominently jmce 1868 (cheers). He represented the county {f°m 1868 to 1874, and he thought he could say nat in those years more beneficial legislation was in the whole history of England brought oout (cheers). He did not know whether it was to Mr Jones-Parry's influence, but of one ttB he was certain, and it was this that sincc- there had been a sudden stoppage (groat typing). He hoped, and he had no doubt, that Result would be that the e would be a further ^creased progress -a more extensive progress vj^ ever. Mr Jones-Parry was not only well to the county but his family had been for generations (cheers). His politics were tli 818 (the chairman) thought commended j^mselyefi to them all; his fidelity to Liberal bfj^iples was proved at the time he was a mem* » his allegiance to Mr Gladstone was UL ■ veering durinjj that time (cheers). They knew J^m to be a consistent and thorough Liberal (re- applause). It was in Lis support as there- ChM.^ative of Liberal principles thet they were ro fn h'leiastic in supporting him in that election clause) That, he thought, was the greatest Cm that any candidate could have to their sup- Krviz> that he woajd support measures which tt led t<> the general welters of the community. cV: always important, "nd he thought the Paint, to discuss at such meetings as that the tWC,ple8 of Liberalism (cheors). He thought *h»? Was » good deal o i misrepr^entatiou as to *ag t b Libsrftl principles Many thougH that Liberalism r^t down with the rich; host'lity to the greit. LiV.nd principles, let him tell them, were nothing of the kind. Liberal principle3 meant what they implied—equal justice to all classes (pro- tracted cheering). They might be explained or stated in the old adage, "Fair play and no favour (cheers). No favour to any person, no favour to any class; but equal justice to the rich, equal justice to the poor (cheers). The reason why many persons thought that Liberalism was against tbe great, against the aristocracy, was because the higher classes, hitherto, had enjoyed ai1 undue share of rights and privileges in England, and therefore, since Liberal principles went against an undue monopoly they were condemned. Equality and justice were the key-notes of Liberalism. It was the key-note of their domestic policy it was the key-note of their foreign policy (cheers). The policy of Conservatism was the reverse of this. During the six years of Conservative rule, the prevujling desire on the part-of those in power seemed to bs to trample down justice and fair play in order to gain their own ends (cheers). Liberals were quite against that sort of thing. They sup- ported England as well as anybody, but they only supported her where juBtice and fair play were concerned. They did not seek to arrogate to themselves claims to which they had no right; that they had never done. What they did was this they asserted their own rights, and respected the rights of others (cheers). Now, that had been the history of Liberalism. It had been a fight against monopoly and privilege, and they could verify his statemeut by tracing in their histories the work of the Liberal party. The history of Liberalism demonstrated to them one constant struggle against monopoly and oppression. Con- servatives-talked, and talked boldly too, about the British Constitution, and boasted that it was a great glory to them. But how came the British Uonstitution to be what it was at the present day (oheers)P If any party had a right to take a pride in the British|Constitution it was the Liberal party (cheers), because the British Constitution, as it at present stood, was the handiwork of the Liberal patty (cheers). Had the Con- servatives always been in power he be- lieved, and believed most sincerely, that Eng- land would have been a3 despotic as Russia was at thepieseat day (cheers). But now, what did they see? Why, that the Constitution of England was an example to all nations owing to the self-sacrificing zeal of the Liberals. Such good work having been done in the past, they were wai ranted in looking forward with confidence to the futuie (cheers). The work of the Liberal party, however, was by m means done; there were still a great many reforms to be brought about, and they could only get them by pressing ardently and undeviatiugly upon the attention of the Legislature (loud and continued cheering, amidst which the chairman resumed his seat). Mr Owen then moved.the following resolution That this meeting desires to record its sense of the great loss which the Liberal party in the Carnarvonshire Boroughs has sustained in the death of Mr William Bulkeley Hugies, and offers its heartfelt sympathy to Mrs Bulkeley Hughes and the other members of the family in their bereavement." It was with fellings of sadness and joy that he rose to propose that resolution. In the first place it was with feelings of sadness because they had lost a faithful friend, and secondly, with joy that they had found a gentle- man able and willing to fight the battle of Liberalism in the county of Carnarvon. Mr Thomas Edwards, who spoke in Welsh, seconded the resolution.. Mr Lewis (chairman of the local board of health) then moved the second resolution, which ran as follows:—"That this meeting approves of the foreign and domestic policy of the Government, and views with satisfaction the noble efforts of the Ministry to redeem their pledges to the country, and to further the principles of peace, retrench ment, and reform.' Mr Lewis alluded to the Conservative gathering held in London on the previous day, which seemed to have been called to- gether to consider the state of business in the House of Commons, and gave it as his opinion that the object in view d Sir Stafford Northcote, Lord Sllisbury, and their party was to devise means whereby they might impede the progress of Liberal measures, and to dispel the idea that the I party had allied itself with the Home Rulers and Obstructionists. It was evident, the speaker ob- I served, that the Conservatives did not desire to I give facilities tor the passing of measures which they had always opposed, but to hinder Mr Glad- stone and his party doing good and honest work. He expressed a hope that those present would con- tinue to support the Liberal Government, which had, in spite of systematic obstruction, made superhuman efforts to carry on the business of the country. Mr Davies, in seconding the resolution, called attention to the many excellent measures passed by the Gladstonian Administration during the past two years, and called upon those present who were anxious to back out the Government and its policy t") return triumphantly Mr Love Jones- Parry. He condemned the unsolicited candidature of Mr Sorton-Parry, and the action of all who impeded useful legislation, quoting the words of an eminent statesman, who said, He is a stray political locomotive, running no one knows where; dashing up this siding to-day, and that siding to- morrow, and ending no one can tell where." Mr Jones-Parry was the elected of the Liberal Association, and his claims for the suffrages of the electors of the Carnarvon Boroughs were in. disputable. Mr Love Jones-Parry was then called upon by the chairman to support the resolution. On coming forward he met with a perfect storm of applause, the greater part oc the audience rising, waving their hats, and cheering vociferously. Silence having been restored, Mr Jones-Parry said that was not the first time he had addressed a crowded audience in Penrhyn Hall on political questions, and he was exceedingly happy to meet so many of the electors there that night as supporters of the political principles that he had always professed, and always would profess as long as he took any part in politics (cheers). He was in Parliament for six years as the representative of the county, and during that time he honestly and cordially supported Mr Gladstone (cheers;-the greatest political genius that they had seen for many, many years (cheers). A no if he was honoured in being returned again for those boroughs, he would do the same. The principal measure, it appeared to him, affecting that part of the country, and in fact the whole Principality of JWales, was the question 'of educa- tion. He need not tell them of the enormous value of education to a man in fitting him for the battle of life. They had seen it in their own experience; and he had no doubt they would be glad to educate their children for the great con- flict of life. A commission had been appointed as they knew very well,because he had no doubt they read the cheap newspapers which the Liberals had given them (cheers) These commissioners had pre- sented a report, and one of the principal recom- mendations contained In that report was that re- lating to the establishment of two great colleges- one in North Wales and one m South Wales-and very naturally most of the large towns both in North and South Wales were anxious to have the co lege situated within their own walls. Carnar- von was anxious for it; they were anxious to secure it for Bangor (cheers) Denbigh was anxious for it also; and there might be other towns of which he was not aware. As he said at Carnarvon some nights previously, he should only be very glad as a Carnarvon man that that county should be hon ured for eupplymg the sit(r for the proposed college (hisses and cheers), but it would not be fitting for him to say whether he should prefer it in Bangor or Carnarvon, or even in I Pwllheli (laughter). But he would do all he could in his humble power to endeavour to get the college situated either at Carnarvon or Bangor (chpcrs). But after all it wou'd not depend upon him. He should have very little power in the question. The question would turn upon what- question. The question would turn upon what- ever site and situation was most central from its .1 -ition, q,id bnt adapted to ac- commodate tho North Wales counties. Mr Jones Parry then proceeded to mention the various matters upon wbich he thought legislation necessary, bringing forward the same arguments and expressing the same opinions as he did at Pwllheli on the previous evening. The measures named were the regulation of procedure in the House of Commons, local option, the amendment of the bankruptcy laws, the formation of county finance boards, and the amendment of the land laws. During the six years he was in the House of Commons he had never obstructed the business by too much speaking indeed, the only occasion upon which he h"J raised his voice in that august assembly was when he had seconded the proposal of Mr Osborne Morgan, the member for Denbigh- shire, to appoint county court judges for Waxes who could speak the Welsh language. Pne Government, he was glad to say, consented to the measure without opposition. He was of opinion that no man should speak upon a subject upon which he was not well informed and could bring forth arguments to support his cause. Were this rule followed a little more conscientiously in Parliament he believ, d there would be no necessity for such measures as the Cloture. If the electors of the Carnarvon Boroughs should return him he should be grateful for the confidence they had placed in him. He would be their servant, as he was the servant of the count" before, althou-zh they turned him out (laughter), and he hoped he should give them satisfaction, and that he should not be asha-oed to appear before them again and give an account of his stewardship in Parliament and, furthermore, that they would not be ashamed to hear him pive it. The speaker resumed his seat amid great cheer. ing and enthusiasm. The resolution having been put to the meeting and carried, the proceedings terminated with a vote of thanks to the chairman.
GREAT LIBERAL DEMONSTRATION…
GREAT LIBERAL DEMONSTRATION AT THE PAVILION, CARNARVON. SPEECH BY MR RATHBONE, M.P. On Monday evening, a public meeting was held at the Pavilion by the supporters of Mr Jones- Parry. The audience was a very large one, and the enthusiasm was a proof of the estimation in whieh the selected candidate was held by them. The chair was occupied by Mr Darbishire, chair- man of the Liberal Association. There were also present Mr W. Rathbone, M.P., Mr John Roberts, Bangor; Mr Hugh Pugh, Llysmeirion; Mr Lewis Lewis (ex-mayor of Carnarvon), Mr Pughe-Jones, Dr Kirk, Dr Morris Davies, Mr J. W. Jones (Andronicus), Rev R. W. Griffith, Bethel; Messrs John Evans, proprietor of the Carnarvon and Den- high Herald; R. D. Williams, Porth-yr-aur; Morris Owen, solicitor H. Jonathan, T. Bugbird, J. Thomas, broker; Thomas Williams, Golden Goat; N. Davies, Ty Fry; W. G. Thomas, Moorings; D. W. Davies, offices of the Genedl and Exprem; J. Edwards, Pwllheli; John Jones, chemist; James Evans, Bron-y-maen; W. B. Tomkinson, Oefn Hendre; W. J. Williams, accountant, &c. Mr Darbishire, who was received with loud cheers, in opening the meeting, said that he was very glad to be present to take the chair on the occasion. He did not feel himself as well as he had been for many years, although that morning he was in doubt whether his voice would not be silenced. Although not a voter for the borough he represented the Liberal Associa- tion, whose opiaions he had always adopted as his own. He was glad to find such a large meeting in support of Mr Jones-Parry's candidature, but before proceeding to the future they ought to re- cord their opinion of the past, and adopt a vote of condolence with the widow and family of the late Mr Bulkeley Hughes. The vote was put to the meeting and unani- mously passed. Mr Rathbone, who was received with loud cheers, said--I have to apologize for being here this evening, for I regret that I have not the honour of being a voter for the Carnarvonshire Boroughs. But I am here in response to the sum- mons of the chairman of the Liberal Association, who has led the Liberal party to successive victor- ies, and who will, no doubt, do so again if we re- main united. I have come to say no hard word of any one, but urge on every good Liberal that it is tis imperative duty to avoid anything which could weaken the support Wales has given to the Government of Mr Gladstone. It is impossible to exaggerate the gravity of th > present crisis. Ire- land is in a state bordering on rebellion. In some parts of that unfortunate country outrage and ter- rorism are contending fiercely with law for the mastery, and there is nothing between the actual destruction of the value of property in Ireland but the Land Act and the Government. The House of Lords and some Irish landlords seem bent on the suicidal course of weakening instead of strength- ening both, and they are aided in this course by the powerlessness of the leader of the Conservative party to control his followers, and by the deliberate action of a set of men in the House of Commons, who seek to dismember the empire by rendering legislation and government impossible. Is this a time when any man can place personal ambition or personal considerations in the balance with the duty of showing a united front to the enemies not only of Mr Gladstone and of the Liberal party; but of order and of good government ? Has Mr Gladstone forfeited his claim to the gratitude and allegiance of the Liberal party? Are thete no subjects which all Welshmen and other good patriots have at heart, which compel us to sink differences and to give the most effective support to Mr Gladstone ? Look at what Mr Gladstone Las already done for this country, and f"r the world. Has there ever been a time when the re- lations of this country with foreign powers were more cordial than they are now, or when the voice of England was listened to more cheerfully in the councils of Europe P How marvellous is the change which Mr Gladstone's Government has effected ia this respect in a few years, and yet when has any Government been able to give the same constant and efficient attention to the ad- ministration of our own affairs; and what cabinet has proposed more beneficent legislation for the consideration of Parliament ? Look at the exper- ience of last week alone. We then had laid before us the administration of our army and navy in speeches of conspicuous ability by Mr Childers and Mr Trevel an. Had there been anything de- ficient in either service, it would have been the duty, and it certainly would have been the pleasure of our political opponents to expose it; but, on the contrary, they had nothing but satis- faction to express with regard to the administra- tion of both services, and approval of the plans proposed bv the Government for strengthening and improving "the army and navy. As regards the proposals for the improvement of our home govern- ment, can anything be more practical or beneficial than the measures to which the Government invite our consideration, if we are allowed by obstruc- tionists to enter upon any legislation at all? Does any mnn, whatever party he may belong to, doubt the importance of the bills left over from the last session for the reform of our bankruptcy laws and for removing the stain which electoral corruption throws upon our free institutions ? Does any man of any side of politics doubt the im- portance of measures for improving our local ad- ministration and giving relief from local burdens and towards the maintenance of our roads P I need not ask whether anybody, in Wales at least, doubts the iraportaacs cf Mr Gladstone having the opportunity, as he has declared he has the will, of given effect to the report of the committee on higher education in Wales? Well, these are measures which, if obstmctives do not prevent him, Mr Gladstone intends to deal with in the present session of Parliament, and any improvements in local government ought to include, and probably would include, a reform of our licensing system. In future sessions we have the. promised reform of the county franchise, and many other much needed reforms; but surely I have enumerated enough to show why Welsh Liberals should con- tinue to give that united and powerful support which they have given so often to the Liberal cause, and which Mr Gladstone knows so well how to value and expects at your hand. Never has Mr Gladstone shown himself greater, more patient, and more powerful than in his recent action us leader of the Liberal party. Are we to allow any differences, any personal considerations whatever, to weaken his hands and to imperil the usefulness of the few invaluable years that remain of that invaluable life P It is a noble ambition to represent such a constituency as this. Itisanatural and an honourable ambition. But the moment a man seeks to gratify it at the sacrifice of the in. terests of the cause to which he professes to adhere, and, in opposition to the real interests of the nation, that ambition becomes mean, selfish, and dis- honourable (cheers). Do not let me be understood to apply these terms to any of the candidates. The honour of representing you might have been con- sidered the just and natural reward of years of able, devoted, and successful leadership of the Liberal party in the county and boroughs, and Mr Darbishire is not the man to undeiestiaiate such an honour (cheers). But with the instinct of a true leader and tke unselfishness of a true man, he saw that Mr Love Jones-Parry's candidature would be so acceptable astopreventa Conservative from even contesting the boroughs and Mr Darbi- shiro would not allow his name even to be menti- oned (loud applause). Captain Verney, Mr Lewis Morris, and MLr John Roberts sought the honour of representing you, and have shown that they were true patriots and worthy of their Welsh descent or connection by sacrificing at once their own wishes on learain g the decision of the maj ority of the party, and throwing their support heartily in favour of the selected candidate for the good of the cause (loud applause). I decline to believe that when once Mr Sorton —— (hisses and groans, which interupted the speaker for a few moments). I was going to say that I decline to believe that when Mr Sertoli —— (more groans and hisses, which were prolonged for a longtime).. Let me go on, please (cheers). I was going to ex- press my belief that when Mr Sorton-Parry (groans) realizes that a division in the party would have the effect of weakening the great moral sup- port which the unopposed return of a Liberal for the.Carnarvonshire Boroughs would give to Mr Gladstone, he will not hesitate to bow gracefully and patriotically to the decision of the majority of the Liberal party, and prove himself, as he de- clares himself to be, a true Liberal, and a loyal, hearty supporter of Mr Gladstone and Mr Bright and of their.Government. It can be no slur on his personal character that the Welsh, with their characteristic faithfulness, should have determin- ed to adhere to Mr Jones-Parry, who first led them on to victory in Carnarvonshire (cheers). I have spoken throughout of your supporting Mr Gladstone, for that is what you are asked to do in supporting Mr Jones-Parry (cries of We will "). It has been urged on behalf of Mr Sorton-Pariy that Mr Jones-Parry should retire ("No, no"). Such a course would be an insult to the Liberal party who called him to fight their battle, and would be more fatal to the Liberal cause than a Conservative victory. The one danger to the Liberal cause is the tendency of Liberals to dis- union. We are victorious when united, and only when united. I would ask anyone disposed to support Mr Sorton-Parry to consider the fatal effects on the prospects of the Liberal party if any man who allowed personal ambition to out-weigh loyalty to his party, succeeds in foisting himself on a constituency; but I repeat I decline to be- lieve that Mr Sorton-Parry will attempt this. The duty of every good Welshman and every good Liberal would in such a case be to show in the most distinctive manner their reprobation of a course so tending to weaken Mr Gladstone's hands-so fatal, if such an example were to be followed, to the common cause (cheers). I know that r speak the views of the Liberal party and Government in what I have said, and again I urge you by no uncertain voice once more to strengthen Mr Gladstone's power to serve you, and mark as foolish and disloyal all attempts to split the Liberal party (loud cheers). I have heard it argued that it would be a good thing for the Liberal party that Mr Sorton-Parry should go to the poll, as the contemptuous beating the loyal Carnarvonshire boroughs would give him would discourage future dissensions in Wales (cheers). But Mr Sorton-Parry will probably not wish to take that precise way of serving the Liberal eauae. He will not carc to be held up as a shock- ing example and a warning, and as a lovt;r of peace and wishing to fee as few heartburnings as possible among Welsh Liberals, I should prefer that Mr Sorton-Parry should, from higher motives, do the right thing, and that the mistakes of the last few days should be rectified and forgotten as soon as possible'(cries of "So he will"). And as it will not be necessary for me again to absent myself from duties in Parliament to take part in what can only be a sham fight, if you do fight at all, I would just like to say, in concluding, when you have gained the decisive victory be magnanimous. Let II bygones be bygones." Some two or three friends who have rendered good service in the past have made the mistake of separating themselves on this occasion from their party. The lesson they will receive will be in itself severe enough, and will be all the more surely taken to heart if we show them by our conduct that we are more anxious to remember past services than recent errors (loud applause). I hope I have said nothing that can by any chance embitter, and something to heal, the split which unfortunately has shown itself in the Liberal party (" No "). I have only done my best to advocate the opinion which I have always held and acted upon, and shall be prepared to act upon again, that every man is bound to subordinate his own interests and his own ambition to the welfare of the party to which he belongs and the advancement of the principles which he supports (loud and continued cheering, curing which Mr Rathbone resumed his seat). Mr H. Pugh, who seconded the resolution said that he felt inclined to believe that Mr Sorton- Parry would withdraw from the contest, and would oe amongst the first on the polling day to record his vote in favour of Mr Jones-Parry (cheers). Questions of great importance were now occupying the attention of the Ministers, and one in which Wales is deeply interested was that of education. Mr Gladstone promised some time ago that a measure would be prepared and if possible passed to meet the requirements of the Principality during the present session. He (Mr Pugh) had an occasion to be in the neighbourhood of Westminster Hall on Wednesday, and accidentally met Mr Gladstone going to the House of Commons, and he was glad to say that he loeked remarkably well, but it was a disgrace to our country that the first statesman of the age, and one whose life was so valuable to the nation should be subject to all kinds of annoyance and insults from the Obstruc- tionists who could have no other object in view than that of preventing important measures ad- vocated by the Prime Minister :during the last election, and announced in the Queen's Speech addressed to the present House of Commons. Edu- cation, County Franchise, and County Boards, the country and Principality stand greatly in need of and it is to be hoped that these measures will be carried through if not in this session at all events during the present Parliament. He then referred to the past history of our borough elections since the late member, Mr Bulkeley Hughes, was first elected in 1837. At this time Mr B. Hughes (Tory) and Capt. Paget (Liberal) came out as candidates, and the former was elected by a majo- rity of 20. In the election of 1841 Mr B. Hughes Tory)and Lord George Paget(Liberal) were candid- ates, the former being returned by a majority of 29. In the election of 1847, Mr B. Hughes became a Liberal. Conservative, and was elected unopposed. In t e election of 1852, Mr B. Hughes (L C.) and Mr Richard Davies (L) became candidates, and the former was re-elected by a majority of 90. In the election of 1857 Mr B. Hughes (L.C.) was re- elected unopposed. In the election of 1859, Mr B. Hughes (L.C.) and Mr Charles Wynne, of Cefnymwlch, became candidates: the former was defeated by a majority of 52. In the ele tion of 1665, Mr B. Hughes was returned unopposed. In the election of 1868, Mr B. Hughes and the Hon. Mr Wynne became candidates, the former be'ng returned by a majority of 550, and continued member up to the time of his death. In the elec- tion of 1868, Mr Jones-Parry and the Hon. Mr Pennant became candidates for the county, when the former was elected by a majority of 148. In all the above elections the ancient house of Madryn took active part, and rendered valuable and sub- stantial support to the Liberal party in the county and boroughs, and at a cost of not less than £ 30,(00 to £ 40,000. Their friend wm now a can- didate for the boroughs, and he felt great pleasure in seconding the resolutien submitted to the meeting by Mr Rathbone. Mr John Davies (Gwyneddon), in supporting the resolution, observed that as only two candi- dates had announced their intention to contest the boroughs, and as the two were nearly of the same political opinions, he found it difficult to confinc himself to abstract politics, without indulging in some personal remarks upon the merits and claims of the rival candidates. In doing so, he would not intentionally hurt fh" feelings of anyone (hear, hear). The first question which they as electors bad to determine was, whether they approved of the policy of the Liberal Government now in power— their past actions, and promises as to the future if so, another question naturally arose, how could we best shew our appieciation of that policy—by supporting Mr Borton Parry or by supporting Mr Jones-Parry? (voices: "Mr Jones-Parry"). We are of opinion (said Mr Davies) th*t the best possible candidate, under the circumstances, is Mr Jones-Parry. You may find other very eligible candidates, but unless you can carry them successfully to Parliament thtir personal good qualities are of little avail to you (cheers). We want a vote for Mr Gladstone, and we find just now the only chance of obtaining it is by our supporting Mr Jones-Parry. You know the obligations we are under to the Madryn family for generations gone by. They have been invariably on the tide of the people. We need not go further than the setvices rendered to the Liberal party by the father of our present candidate. Sir Love Parry contested these boroughs successfully in 1835; he also contested the county in 1837, bat did not succeed in wresting it from the Tories. Previous to that he wan returned for Horsham, and had to do battle with no less a personage than Lord Palmerston. Later on he contested Shrewsbury, his antagonist being Mr Disraeli, afterwards Lord Beaconsfield. They knew what Mr Jones-Parry in our days had done for this county-his noble stand and victory in 1868, and another expensive contest in 1874. He admitted that those and other services did not, in- dependent of the other considerations, constitute an absolute claim for their suffrages, but they were worthy of record, and had a good claim to our gratitude. The electors received by post that morning a paper entitled, The truth against the world, enumerating as truths the good qualities of Mr Sorton-Parry. The wisest of men says:- "Buy the truth and sell it not." But I am afraid the writer of this paper has the unblushing effrontery to barter away the truth, and deal in commodities of a very questionable character (cheers). The first "truth" he enunciates is that Mr Sorton- Parry, previous to March, 1880, had very earnest invitations from leaders of the Liberal party to come forward as a candidate for these beroughs. Now,we have heard that over and over again,andwe have as often asked for the names of those influential leaders. I won't say but that he may have been asked, but why all this secrecy about the persons who are parties to this invitation P It is a public seat he aspires to, and why object to the produc- tion of the requisition in respect to which he said he came forward? (cheers.) The writer also boasts that Mr Sorton-Parry was the means of bringing about the contest in 1868. This I assert is quite novel to the electors, and in keeping with other similar assertions. It says the reason why Mr Sorton-Parry's name did not appear side by side with the Liberals then was that he was high-sheriff of the leounty. But where was he from 1868 until March 1880 ? He surely was not elected a perpetual sheriff—any- how he was neither known nor recognized in the Liberal camp at Carnarvonshire during the whole of those years. He is referred to here as the "Father of Liberalism." When and where was he ever known as' the father of Liberalism in Carnarvonshire? Did he ever pay the slightest attention or a single penny towards the registra. tion here ? Let anyone reply if he can (cheers). The other "truth" stated herein is thar, he re- tired from the field in 1880 that he might not cause a rupture in the party. Was it not evident to him when he first issued his address that he would cause a "split" by so doing? Was not Mr Bulkeley Hughes, our old member, the chosen candidate of the party as such, and were we not at the critical moment fighting the cause of Liberalism and concentrating our efforts in the county? Instead of assisting us, he commenced to fight in the boroughs, and that against an old and consistent Liberal (cheers). Again he refers to a pledge said to be given by Mr Darbishire on behalf of the Liberal Association. You know what reply, Mr Darbishire has already given to that as. sertion. Mr Sorton-Parry could never have expectei to extort a pledge of that nature. He was looked upon as an obtruder; asked in a respectful way to retire, did so, and was thanked for so doing. But how that can be construed into a pledge is beyond my comprehension. I shall not detain you longer but shall leave the other mis-statements to the common sense and intelligence of the electors to whom they are addressed. I merely add it is our duty as consistent Liberals not to allow personal ambition and petty consideration to drive us to fight each other, but to stand manfully and fight consistently for the present Liberal Government in the person of its only representative, Mr JonJ' Parry (cheers). oues- The resolution was then read to the meeting once more, and was passed unanimously. S Mr Jones-Parry then rose to address the meet- ing, arid was received with vociferous cheers Itp Mid that he had had the honour^!IddLsS Sthe'm,14-11^-0?^ Pre,iou8 ocoSS? hi tv,rT ,-i? wg m- whlch he had been selected ^S8J°?iatl0n« ^d after he had been g A £ j tribute of respect to his late esteemed friend and their beloved member—Mr Bulkeley Hughes. He had then alluded shortly to the most important questions which he thought ititeresting to them, and which were now before Parliament. He had been misunderstood on certain questions which he had referred to at that meeting by some party who, he feared, were only too ready to misunderstand him (cheers). He was sure he did not make himself unintellgible. He believed he had given his statement in quite a plain language, and he would leave it to them to judge whether he did or not. The first point upon which he had been misunderstood was that in reference to Local Option. He had said what he entertained on that question (cheers). He was not^a total abstainer himself; but he had the greatest respect for those who were, and who made it their endeavours to repress the crime cf drunkenness, for there was nothing which led to so many evils (cheers) as intemperance. At the same time many of them would remember that when he came before them as a candidate in 1874, he refused under great pressure to vote for the Permissive Bill. He voted against the first reading of that bill, .• nd alongside him wa? the Right Hon. John Bright (cheers). He after/arifar came to a compromise with his temperance .rienda to the effect that he should not oppos tv sccond reading of that bill (cheers). He howev reserved himself the right to re*model and amend the bill. He had fulfilled the promise (che re), but tne bill never came to a second reading. He a £ e'w*rds came to a further understanding tc the effect that he was to vote for the second reading of that bill (cheers). He did not fulfil these promises as he was not returned to Parliament .When he addressed the meetng aild Hall he offered a fep* remsiky on this question shortly as he did, but he ?t?P, f;.l° m?ke. himself quite intelligible that t ey mignt ki-ow what his opinions were on this as well as other questions (cheers). He would vote for the second reading of any measure on the lines of the resolution on Local Option (cheers and applause)-whether it came from the Government or from any private member (cheers). He could not say anything more plain than that; but he dared say thut the Carnarvon ánJ Denbcgh Haald (groat s and hisses and an interruption): would tell them the following day that he was a "half-heartec Liberal" («« Shame") a weather cock" (groans), f.nd a schocl-boy in politics "—(gioans and hisses). He would net condescend—(cheers and hisses) to make any re- mark on thfit paper (cheers). Some oi them might read it; but he trusted that they would judge between himself and Mr Sorton-Parry according to their correct judg ment aLd conscience (cheers). He did not think any man could accuse him of being a half-hearted Liberal (cries of "No, no"); or with being a weather-cock—(cries oi No ")-or either with beiiig a school boy in politics—Ti- hiWJ¿. ilir.Ùt3 vtiv difference to him (oheers). Of course he was » candidate, and was yn ngwyneb haul a llygad goleuni" a target for all parties whethbr Liberals or conservatives (chcers)—or these who supported his opp, nent and namesake (chefre and applause), j-^wus ready to be shot at (laughter and c» eere). It did him no harm; it amused his opponent"* av,d gave him pleasure, and that without any injury (cheers). He was only misunderstood on the question of the Cloture. He thoug-it his remarks on this question had been quite clea. and if they had been reported verbatim he w&. j. would be quite satisfactory. He said that obetruction in the House of Commons had arisen to such an extent as to form an obstacle to the carryiug on of the public business in the house, and that some means of correction should be adopted to prevent that sort of thing. He had afterwards said that the French measure was being proposed as a remedy-which went under the name of Oloture. He did not approve of th&t measure, pure and simple, because it fettered the freedom of speech of the minorities, in which in this country we prided ourselves (hear). But the new rules which were proposed in Parliament did not go so far as was proposed by the Cloture, but protected minorities if it was desirous to continue the debate. He Lad been reported in the Mercury and other papers to have said that he was opposed to the Cloture; but, unfortunately, he was net reported to have said what he had said at the conclusion, which was to the effect that the English measure, not going so far as the French Cloture, he did not object to it. They knew that this measure was proposed by Mr Gladstone, and for that reason he did not think it advisable to tell them more definite that he was in favour of it. He was always on the same side as Mr Gladstone, and those who had read the papers at the time when he was in Parliament would know that. Yet he was reported to have said some things which lessened his respect for Mr Gladstone in some paper—(groans and hisses)—which he would not soil his lips—(groans)—by mentioning again, and which had also described him as being inconsistent and with being a weather-cock," a "school boy in politics," and a "half-hearted Liberal" (groans and hisses). He could not be expected to supply braius to editors of new papers (cheers and laughter). Reporters were expected to take his speech as it c-me from his mou h, and he was not very unintelligible (cheers); and could flatter himself that as a general rule 1 e was able to make himself understood both in the English language and in his native tongue (c leers). He had also been misunderstood on one other queston, viz., his fidelity to Mr Gladstone To avoid any further misunderstanding, he would say that he most cordially supported Mr Gladstone* a new rules (cheers). It had been said that tie had not sufficiently glorified Mr Gladstone, or expressed the confidence he had in that great statesman, but he had said in his address that his views respecting Mr Gladstone in 1868 and 1874 had been un- changed, and that if anything they were strength- ened (cheers). He would continue his support of Mr Gladstone, the greatest statesman of the century (cheers). As a landlord in Wales he had natarally a great interest in the land laws, and he and his tenants were always on the most friendly terms—(cheers)—but it was necessary the rights of the tenants shculd received adequate compensation for the unexhausted improvements (hear, hear). He advocated the establishment cf county fiuancial boards, and concluded by thanking the meeting for the patient hearing he had received, remarking that he desired not to say one word against the only other opponent in the field. Had he'not been selected by the Liberal Association he would have willingly retired. and have done his best to further the interest of the candidate who was selected (cheers). It had been stated in print that whether the delegates chose him or not he would go to the poll. That was un true (cheers). He wished not to aggrandize himself, but to do all he could to support Mr Gladstone and his party. If returned he would spare no effort to do so (loud cheers). The motion having been carried with enthusiasm and unanimity Dr Kirk proposed a vote of confidence in the Liberal liovernaaent. The fidelity of the Welsh to Liberal principles was proved by the fact that no Conservative had ventured to present himself, although there were unfortunately two Liberals in the field. Mr Sorton- Parry (hisses) would shortly retire to London a wiser man, and would learn to see through the objects of those independ- ent Liberal gentlemen at whose request ho wot* said to have been asked to divide the Liberal in- terests in the Carnarvon Boroughs. The Con- servatives had started a newspaper for the pur. pose of turning horrid L:berals to be genu- ine Conservatives," but he believed there was no hope of that task being accomplished (chee:s). Mr John Roberts, Brynadda, who was accorded a very enthusiastic welcome, seconded the resolu- tion, and said that the present election ypas gceej allv disagreeable, because no Conservative was m the field. Nothing quickened the life of a con- stituency more tham a contested election "which assisted in the dissemination of Liberal pri See The Liberal Government deserved support eqS on account of its promises as well as of those ful- filled in the past (hear, hear). There must be which the Conservatives h.td promised much but done nothing (hear, hear). Full and ample'com pensation should be given for unexhausted im. provements, as k ^-ag greatiy t0 the credit of Mr Jones-Parry, as a landlord, that he was willing frt fA,PIOpnsal his snPP°rt (cheers) Hp hoped that the coutit.y financial boards would bl thoroughly representative and that m^ Hke anToth' seat. UEpon If unIess he was elected The S° he,r,]:'itep7er,(he"' hear, and cheers). trials Bill must also be amended ng tha clergy were inclinea to abuse their power bv re fusing the selection of a grave or the erection of headstone, unless certain illegal fees were paid to them% He thought it desirable that this queeti, £ should be ieft not to^ the clergyman, but to tie elected ooard (hear, hear). Mr William Davies sup^ort-v! the resolute which was unanimously carried, and t-uc -»r'(Wd ings elcsed with the customary compliment to tfcp chairman, proposed by Mr R. Pughe- Jones. (ContinUtd on Page 8.)
MR LOVB JONES-PARRY AT CON'y
Llandudno that they were true to rv man, and he did not wish th?m to believe that the? were black because a few were painted so (cheers). The resolution was afterwards put and carried "nth acclamation. Mr Jones-Parrv, who was enthusiastically re- ceived, briefly repiied in the vernacular. After Referring to the death of Bulkeley Hughes, who tor many years tad don? good on all sides, he 8&id they weie now called upon to elect his successor. Tue question of most pressing import. ance to Wales at present was that of education jhear, hear). The Government, as it was well j^own, had recommended colleges for North and kouth Wales, and he need hardly say that if returned he wouldbring his previous parliamentary eXperience to bear, and give the matter his cordial support (applause), Another pressing subject was 4U Gladstone's promised bill in favour of county UQatice boards, which would enable ratepayers to deal with county matters instead of having them Vested in the magistracy (hear, hear). He ap- proved of the bill when he previously sat m parliament, and naturally "would do tu^ same ^gain if returned (cheers). There were also the bankruptcy laws which required amending, and in Mentioning that question he did not wish that the C°nway people should need such law, amended or otherwise (laughter and cheers). He was in favour the assimilation of the county and borough franchise and would alto support a measure which would compensate tenant farmers for any improve- ments made by them during their tenancy. He ^°uld also support till measures at present before the house, and others for future occasions, such a* local option which would have his careful considera- tlon. He would s pport the new rules of regulating Procedure on debates in the house, which went by the French name of coture, the meaning of which j?* their language was shut up (loud laughter). would also give support to everything that ?Ppeared to be for the benefit of the public at *arge (hear, hear). In conclusion, he said they ^d seen in his a dress that he had not in the least of bis po it cs,and he tho ild ever suppo t Gladstone and the Liberal party to the bt. et of hia power and ability, as he had previously done t ear, hear). He was happy and proud to say that no one, either on their side or on the other, ever ventured to come forward and accuse *01 of having, during his six years of Parlia- mentary life, falsified one iota of the promise be Made when last elected (hear, hear), and he hoped iLftt that would never be said of him, if so he should retire from politics altogether (cheers). -Mi Fisher next proposed That, having heard Jones Parry's sentiments, this meeting resolves t^at he is a fit and proper person to represent these boroughs in Parliament, and considers it to the duty of all true Liberals to give him their United and enthusiastic support" (applause). -Dr Bold Williams, in seconding, remarked that Sorton Parry's chance of success of representing "he constituency would have been far greater if he Waited until he was asked to be a candidate wear, hear). The resolution was put and carried ^th much enthusiasm. -On the motion of Mr Jones-Parry, seconded by G. Pugh, a vote of thanks was accorded the challlnan,. after which the proceedings terminated.