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Visit of the Queen to Ireland
Visit of the Queen to Ireland ARRIVAL AT HOLYHEAD. DEMONSTRATIONS OF LOYALTY. The Queen, who was accompanied by PrincessChristianof Schleswtg-Holstein and Princess Henry of Battenberg, left Wind- sor Castle for Ireland at half-past nine o'clock on Monday night. Although dark- ness had set in,the departure was witnessed by a large assemblage of residents, who raised enthusiastic cheers. The Royal party travelled by special train, which was timed to reach Llandudno Junction at a quarter to four o'clock on Tuesday morn- ing, where there was a stoppage for four hours before resuming the journey to Holy- head. The Queen and suite reached Holyhead shortly after nine o'clock. ,¡ The people of Anglesey eagerly availed themselves of the opportunity of testifying their loyalty and devotion to her Majesty's throne and person by the presentation of addresses, and even more popular demon- strations of feeling, such as street decora- tions,and parades of school children headed by bands of music. Happily, the morning though cold, was bright, and welcomely contrasted with the miserably wet evening which preceded it, to the exceeding dis- comfort of the military guards of honour who came in by train, and to such of the inhabitants and visitors as were sufficiently courageous to brave the elements by a jour- ney to the jetty, off which were the war- ship flotilla Colossus, Galatea, Australia, Melampus, wthe Royal yacht Osborne and the Trinity yTtcht Irene, the Victoria and Albert lying at the emDartomon stage. Nothing had been omitted to make the transit perfectly smooth from the Royal train to the yacht, and precautions had been taken to erect strong barriers at points between the Great Northern Rail- way Town Station and the harbour. Some time elapsed before any movement was observable on the part of the occupant of the Royal compartment. The door, was however, opened, and assembled before it were the Lord-Lieutenant and other high officials, who formed the reception party at this point. Presently they were joined by Princess Christian and Princess Henry of Battenberg, dressed in black. Some in- terchange of courtesies took place,and then came the supreme moment. All eyes were fixed on the open door of the saloon, and during the breathless two or three seconds, a glimpse was caught of the ser- vant with the unmistakable turban. He moved outward carefully as became a man to whom was committed a very dear charge, and immediately he had stepped outside the saloon there was disclosed to view a spectacle which will never fade from the memory of those who witnessed it.. The first lady in the realm came out of her sumptuous saloon, supporting herself on one side with a stick, which was partly covered over by her mantle, and on the other lean- ing on the strong arm of &er ever sym- pathetic servant. A wheel chair, which had been evidently brought to the saloon door for her Majesty's convenience, was removed, and the venerable Sovereign stood to receive the presentations. Her Majesty was attired similarly to her daugh- ters, the onlv distinctive mark of difference being in the 'bonnet. QUEEN WALKS TO THE YACHT. Among those introduced were the chair- man of the Anglesey County Council (the Rev Mr Rees), and the chairman of the Holyhead District Council (Mr Hall), who on behalf of the respective councils handed to her Majesty dutiful addresses. MrsRees wife of the Rev D. Rees, then stepped for- ward, and was honoured! by the acceptance from her hands by her Majesty of a lovely boupuet. Other bouquets were similarly presented by Miss Irene Hall, daughter of the chairman of the Holyhead Council, and by two other young ladies, said to be the daughters of the Lord-Lieutenant. her Majesty beamed most graciously as she re- ceived the bouquets, and then, assisted by her faithful servant, she slowly rose to her feet. This was a signal for a great out- burst of cheering. The men stood around with bare heads and waved their hats with more cheers, while the ladies fluttered their handkerchiefs with great enthusiasm. Not until her Majesty began to tread the car- peted platform had anybody the slightest conception of what changes old age and consequent bodily infirmities have wrought in her. Her figure was bowed down, and her slow progress, evidently accomplished with considerable Yfficulty, evoked expres- sions of pity from many and drew tears from the eyes of the majority of those pre- sent. It was an overwhelming pathetic scene, and in contemplation one thoughs went instinctively to the brave heart and the noble devotion to duty which was behind it all. Not less instinctively did other thoughts wander to the scoffers and scound- rels in other lands whose vile slanders have endeared England's Queen more closely than ever to all nationalities embraced in her glorious empirp. Her Majesty bore up with admirable fortitude, only stopping once for an instant's rest, and soon she was safely over the gangway and comfort- ably closeted in the saloon of the v ictoria and Albert. The whole function was pro- bably over in ten minutes, but the multi- tude had been more than satisfied, and with the parting cheers a large proportion dis- persed in the direction of the town. Others remained behind to inspect the Royal train and to watch the departure of the Royal yacht, which was timed to leave the pier for the outward harbour at 9.30. The ships composing the flotilla however, got into position at once, and the departure took place unaccompanied by the firing of the Royal salute, the arrival at Kingstown be- ing expected to take place at two o'clock. This unexpected turn of affairs proved a keen disappointment to the townspeople, as other items of the programme had to be abandoned. A word of unstinted praise is due to Captain Scobell Clapp, R.N., her Majesty's harbour master, who was in at- tendance upon the Queen's arrival for the excellent arrangements made for the public and others. ADDRESSES OF WELCOME. Her Majesty, as already mentioned, ac- cepted an address from the Courty Council presented by Mr D. Rees, J.P.,and a second address from the Holyhead Urban District Council, offered by Mr J. Hall. The text of the addresses is as follows: 'To Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen." "May it please your Majesty,-We the Anglesey County Council, desire to tender to your Majesty, expressions of our loyalty and duty on the occasion of your Majesty passing through our town. "During the whole of your reign, which has been in length and importance un- equalled in English history you have ever set before your subjects an example of high character and lofty endeavour, while your gracious sympathy and tenderness for all in sorrow and affliction, and especially for those who have suffered by the present v, ar, have earned the admiration alike of the most exalted and the most lowly. "We thankfully acknowledge the many and varied blessings which have been vouch- safed to your subjects during your long and illustrious reign, and devoutly trust that while your Majesty occupies theThrone which you so brightly adorn, the Almighty may be pleased to continue the protection and blessings by which your lorg reign nas 'been distinguished. "In token whereof the common seal of the Anglesey County Council was affixed this third day of April, in the year of our Lord, 1900. "DAVID REES, Chairman, "R. P. JONES, Vice-Chairman, "J. LLOYD GRIFFITH, Clerk. 'To Her Most Gracious Majesty the Queen." "May it please your Majesty,—We the Members of the Holyhead Urban District Council, on our own behalf and on that of the inhabitants of Holyhead, take this op- portunity of your Majesty passing through owr town of expressing -cur inert dutiful loyalty to your Majesty's person and Throne. "The cordial affection and lcyalty that have always existed on the part of the Welsh people towards your Majesty during the whole of your long and illustrious reign have deepened year by year, and we assure your Majesty that we, the inhabitants of iolyhead, regard ic as the greatest honour to be allowed1 to express our deep admira- tion of your Majesty's wisdom, gentleness, and loving devotion to your subjects in all parts of your dominions. "We have all been especially touched oy the kindness and consideration shown by your Majesty during the past few months to all classes of your Majesty's subjects, especially those who have so gallantly suff- ered by the present war. "We acknowledge the blessings which God has bestowed upon your Majesty and the great Empire over which your Majesty so graciously reigns, and we pray that He may continue to preserve and protect your Majesty, and extend to your Majesty His choicest blessings. "In token whereof, the common seal of HolyheadUrban District Council was hereto affixed this third day of April, in the year of our Lord, 1900. "J. HALL, Chairman, "D. WILLIAMS, Vice-Chairman, "J. LLOYD GRIFFITH, Clerk." The County Council address was in album fornt bound in morocco, and sup- plied l^y Messrs Jarvis and Foster, Bangor. The District Council address was en white vellum, and illuminated in fifteenth century style, introducing the rose, shamrock, and thistle, oak leaves and acorns, and the leek; and also the badges of her Majesty, viz., the! red drgon for Wales, the harp for Ire- land, and the thistle for Scotland. At the foot is the seal of the Holyhead Urban Dis- trict Council, surrounded by holly leaves and berries, in reference to the profusion of this plant that flourished at Holyhead in ancient times, and to one of the derivations of the name of the town. Within the initial T in "The Queen" is introduced the Union Jack, and within the Q the Royal Arms. The address was designed and illuminated by Mr Richard Parry, of Aylesbury, an old 'Holyhead boy, and the eldest son of Mr W. Parry, cabinetmaker. HER MAJESTY'S REPLIES. Her Majesty handed her replies to Lord Denbigh, who presented them to the offi- cials. The Queen's reply to the County Council was in the following terms :— "I thank you for your loyal and dutiful address, and for your expressions of devo- tion to my Throne and person. The practi- cal and generous sympathly for those who have suffered or who are likely to suffer in consequence cf the present war, which has been shown by all classes of my subjects has belen a great consolation to me through the period of stress and anxiety through which we are passing. I join in your prayer that peace may soon be restored and the other blessings of heaven be long continued to my Empire, and I wish all prosperity to the county which you represent." The following is the text of her Majesty's reply to the address of the Urban District Council: "I receive with much pleasure the loyal and dutiful address which you present to me as representatives of the Urban District Council of Holyhead. I am deeply grati- fied by your assurances of the affection and devotion of the people of my Principality of Wales to my Throng and person."
FOOTBALL.
FOOTBALL. WELSH ASSOCIATION CHALLENGE CUP. SEMI-FINAL TIE. ABERYSTWYTH v. CARNARVON IRONOPOLIS. These teams met at Oswestry on Satur- day. Aberystwyth won the toss, and de- fended the Weston goal, the Carnarvon men having a bright sun in their faces. Aber- ystwyth were the first to attack, and in the first few minutes a shot from the toe of Marshall went widte of the mark. A free kick followed directly to both sides, neither of which was improved upon. A raid on the Carnarvon fortress followed, a shot sent m by J. H. Edwards being well stepped by Evans. Keeping up the pressure, Aberyst- wyth were given another tree kick, close in. A sharp tussle in the Carnarvon oml fol- lowed, Evans again clearing in fine style. In the next minute the Carnarvon forwards broke away, a good bit of work by Ellis Wil- liams taking the ball down to the Aberyst- wyth end. However, before Williams could steady himself to take a shot he was tackled by G. Evans, who transferred the ball to the centre of the ground. Here it was pounced on by Kinsley; another attack on the Aberystwyth goal being smartly cleared by Charlie Parry. The Aberyst- wyth forwards next broke away, and Whelan, on the right wing, put in a splen- did bit of work. As nearing goal he was hotly pursued hy the Carnarvon half-back division, and he wisely gave the ball to J. Evans, and the latter, with a swift shot, beat Evans, the Carnarvon custodian, the first goal of the match being greeted with 9 loud cheers by the supporters of Aberyst- wyth. From the kick-off in the centre the ball was taken to the Aberystwyth end, a shot at Roose going wide of the mark. The ball was quickly taken to Carnarvon quar- ters, where a couple of fruitless corners fell to Aberystwyth. For a short time a hot siege was laid to the Carnarvon goal, but all attempts to land the ball, in the net were futile. Carnarvon were next seen attacking. The forwards, work- ing well together, took the ball right to the Aberystwyth end, and when close on the twelve yards line Ellis Williams sent in a shot which went the wrong side the upright. The scene of play was again changed, and Whelan, off a pass by Evans, sent the ball across to the oppo- site wing, who seemed to have a grand opening. They, however, failed to take advantage of it, and Morris.and Williams, on the Carnarvon right wing, got down to the South Wales goal; the former shot in, but Roose had no difficulty in clearing. The teams continued to press in turn, but up to the change of ends neither side could get through, and ends were changed with the score at one goal to none in favour of Aberystwyth. On resuming, the Abeiystwyth forwards were soon in front of the Carnarvon goal. Oswald James got nicely placed; bi- fi-iisheu up some very pretty work with a shot at goal, and Evans was somewhat lucky in clearing. The ball was then seint to mid- field whero Whelan was put in pcssession, but be was pulled up. The Carnarvon goal was again threatened, Whelan finishing up with a shot which struck the-side cf the net. The Aberystwyth goal was next visited, a shot by Kinsley going, wide. Coming again, the representatives of South Wales attacked with vigour. James had another good opening, but again the ball struck the side of the net. The venue was quickly changed, a couple of free kicks in succession falling to Carnarvon, neither of which yielded anything tangible. In the next couple of minutes Whelan was again in evidence. One of the Carnarvon halves missed his kick in attempting to clear, and the goal was left open; Williams, however, rushed up and cleared before the Aberys- twyth forwards could get up and shoot in. The ball travelled to the other end, whence it was puickly returned by Charlie Parry, and Whelan had another shie at Evans, the Carnarvon goal having a very narrow es- cape of being captured. A free kick close in followed, and off this G. Barson scored a, second goal for Aberystwyth. From the kick off in the centre, Morris and Williams on the Carnarvon right made tracks for their opponents' goal; nothing but a fruit- less corner, however, resulted. The Carnarvon forwards next broke away, and threatened Roose's position, Charlei Parry relieving with a huge kick. Keeping up the pressure, Ellis Williams compelled Roose to use his hands to clear a hot shot. Strong efforts to reduce the Aberystwyth lead were made by the Car- narvon forwards, but for a time they failed to beat Roose and the backs. At length, success attended the efforts of the attack- ing party, and T. Roberts got the ball into the net. The point was greeted with loud cheers by the crowd, and, encouraged by this success, the North Walians put more vigour in their attack. On several OCC8J- sions Roose's services were requisitioned, but the Aberystwyth custodian was in good form, and kept out all shots. As the game neared its conclusion, the Car- narvon men renewed their efforts to draw level. Several scrimmages in front of goal followed, and as a result of one of these a penalty kick was awarded Carnar- von. The ball was safely sent past Roose, and the score made level. From this to the finish both sides strove hard to get a lead, but failed, and the end came with the score— Carnarvon, 2 goals; Aberystwyth, 2 goals. The following were the teams:- CARNARVON IRONOPOLIS. I Goal, J. H. Evans; backs, Jas. T. Wil- liams and D. O. Edwards; half backs, J. Griffiths, 1). S. Jones, and H. G. Evans; right wing, W. Morris and J. R. Williams; left wing, J*. W. Kinsley and T. Roberts; centre, Ellis Williams. ABERYSTWYTH. Goal, G. R. Roose; backs, C. Parry and G. Evans; half backs, W. Jones, J. H. Ed- wards, and D. M. Evans; right wing, T. Whelan and J. Evans; left wing, O. James and G. Barson; centre, A. G. Marshall. Referee, Mr R. T. Gough, Oswestry. It was decided at a meeting of the council of the Welsh Football Association, held at Oswestry on Saturday, that the semi-final for the Senior Cup between Aberystwyth and Carnarvon be re-played at Towyn on Saturday.
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J' BANGOR SUNDAY SERVICES. CHTJKCH OF ENGLAND Cathedral (English) The Rev the Canon in Residence. (Welsh). Revs W. Edwards, J. Da vies, B.A. St. James's (English) Eev W. Edwards, M-A. and Rev D. R. Pugh, M.A. St Mary's (English).. Eevs T. EdwinJones, M.A. „ (Welsh) Rev J James Jones. St. David's (Welsh).Rev T Lewis Jones, B A, „ (English Evening Service)..Rev T. Lewis BAPTISTS. English Chapel. Rev W. R. Saunders. Penuel Eev E. Evans. Ainon, Glanadda. CON GREGATlOlfALIBI'S. English Chapel. Ebenezer. Rev Ellis Jones. Pendref Rev — Jones, Holyhead. Hirael 0. 0. 0 CALVINISTIC METHODISTS PrincesEoad Twrgwyn :Eev T. J. Wheldon, B.A. Tabernacle Rev J. T. Job, Carneddi. Park Hill Rev T. Williams, Holyhead. Hirael Rev H. Bees Davies. Gianadda Rev W. T. Jones, Llanbedrog. WKSLETANS. English Rev J. H. Armstrong, Holyhead. Gianadda 10, Rev John. Kelly. 6, Mr Henry Davies. Horeb .10, Mr R. Morris, Aber. n 6, Rev D. Marriott. St. Paul's. 10, Rev D. MA.rriott. 6, Mr it. Morris, Aber. Hirael 2, EevD. Marriott. 6, Rev John Kelly. BOMAN CATHOLIC. St. Mary's J; ather Ratcliffe. The death occurred recently of Mr W. Hughes, who for many years held the post of tenor lay clerk at Carlisle Cathedral. The deceased, who was a native of Llangristiol- us, Anglesey, formerly held a lay clerkship at Bangor Cathedral. THE CATHEDRAL.—The Rev. D. R. Lewis, M.A., rector of Llanenddwyn, was the preacher at a special Lenten service held 01: Thursday evening at the Cathedral. Railway AMBULANCE WORK.—At the competition last week, at Crewe, for the shield offered by the London and North- Western Railway Company, the Bangor railway team scored second honours. INDEPENDENT COLLEGE. — The students of this college, on Friday evening, held a smoking concert at Wicklow jo-ouse, and light refreshments were served by .adS Hughes. ORGAN RECITAL.—On Sunday evening Mr W. Bennett Jones gave an organ recital at St. Mary's Church. The programme in- cluded "The Storm," and solos were ren- dered by Miss Louisa Jones and Messrs R. H. Morgan and W. Roberts. CONCERT.—On Wednesday evening, a concert was held! at the Horeb Chapel, under the presidency of the Mayor (Alder- man J. Evan Roberts). The following took part: -Miss Evans, Miss Kate iilvans, Messrs Lemuel Roberts, Ed. Evans, R. H. Morgan, and! H. F. Williams. The accom- panist was Mr D. R. Ellis. YOUNG HELPERS' LEAGUE.-In con- nection with the Young Helpers' League of Dr. Barnardo's Homes, Miss E. M. Rice (warden Y.H.L.) delivered an address on "Slum life in our great cities," illustrated by limelight views. The chair was taken by Professor J. E. Lloyd, M.A., and Mrs Reicbel and others sang solos. PENDREF CHAPEL DEBATING SO- CIETY.—At Monday's weekly meeting of this society, the Rev. Rowland1 Hugnes, B.D., presiding, an interesting lecture was delivered! by Councillor John Williams on his experience in the wreclf of the R.M.S. "Atlantic." On the proposal of Mr Matthew Hughes, seconded by Mir Humphreys, a vote of thanks was accorded Councillor J. Williams for his lecture. DEPARTURE FOR THE FRONT. — Mr Horatio Nelson, of the University College, on Tuesday afternoon left Bangor for Wool- wich en route for the front. Mr Nelson was one of the three candidates selected by he London University to hold a lieuten- ants' commission in the Royal Artillery, and prior to embarking for the tront, and he will undergo a short training at Woolwich. A large number of students assembled on the platform, and indulged in patriotic songs, Mr Nelson leaving the station amidst tre- mendous cheering. PATRIOTIC CONCERTS.—On Wednes- day afternoon and evening, at the Penrhyn Hall, patriotic concerts were held in aid of the Hon. Alice Dcuglas-Penjiant's fund in connection with the Imperial Yeomanry Hospital. Large audiences attended, and among the entertainers were Mrs Hugh Archdale, whose husband is now with his regiment in South Africa; Miss Gwendoline Dew, Miss Newton Smith, Mr R. C. Trench, the Rev. F. Lampitt, Mr E. A. Young, and the Bangor Choral and Orches- tral Society, conducted by Dr. Roland Rogers. Miss Alice Douglas-Pennant was prevented from singing by a severe cold. The collection made in the afternoon con- cert in aid of the fund realised JE6, and in the evening Pg 14s was collected, Mr E. A. Ycung announcing that the workmen at Port Penrhyn had subscribed t9 towards the same object. PRESENTATION.—A largely attended meeting was held on Thursday evening at the Hirael C.M. Chapel, when Mr and Mrs Edward Jones (Brynteg) were presented with a testimonial on the occasion of their leaving Bangor for Portdinorwic. Mr Ed- ward Jones has been identified with the Hirael C.M. Chapel for twenty years, and during that time he has rendered excellent work in connection with the Sunday School, with the result that for many years Hirael children have been very successful in the "Arholiad Sirol." This is attributed to the exertions of Mr and Mrs Jones, who taught the children in the classes. When it be- came known that Mr and Mrs Jones inten- ded to leave the town, the leading members of the congregation collected a. large sum of money, and on Thursday evening Mr and Mrs Edward Jones were the recipients of a handsome timepiece mounted upon a marble slab, and bearing the following inscription —"To Mr and Mrs Edward Jpnes, Brynteg terrace, by friends at Hirael C.M. Chapel, a-5 a token of respect and appre°ia^10n of work faithfully done in connection with the Sunday School." The chair was occupied by the pastor (the Rev. H. Rees Davies), and addresses were delivered by the Mayor (Alderman J. Evan Roberts), Principal Price, Normal College; the Revs. Daniel Rowlands, M.A., John Mostyn Jones (Glan- adda), Messrs David Griffith kflirael), David Williams (High street), William Richards, Hugh Lloyd Jones, chemist, Upper Bangor; Henry Pritchard, and Richard Jones. In the absence of Mrs S. Roberts, Plasllwyd terrace, and Mrs Williams, Penlon Yard, the presentation was made by Mrs E. Wil- liams, Market Place, and Miss Williams, The Yard, Hirael. Mr Edward Jones after- wards made suitable remarks. WEDNESDAY HALF-HOLIDAY.-At a special meeting of the shop assistants of the town, held on Thursday evening at the Central Cafe, Mr J. E. Jones (Victoria House) presiding, it was reported that the deputation, which had! waited upon certain shopkeepers in the town, who had not con- firmed with the rules of the Movement, in not observing the Wednesday half-holiday and opening after the agreed hours of clos- ing in the evening, had been very success- ful, and all the shopkeepers in the town were now unanimous upon the question. The result of the interview with the shop- keepers was received with considerable satisfaction. Mr Davies proposed that a branch of the National Union of Shop As- sistants be formed in the town.—Mr Hazel- wood was of opinion that such a branch was not needed in Bangor. He did not think that the apprentices could pay the sub- scriptions. — Mr Davies said that appren- tices could join for 2d a week. The union had a private account towards local funds. -Mr Turner remarked that there were several assistants in the town who had jcined other clubs.—The Secretary (Mr J. G. Jones) did not think that they could have different unions in a small town like Bangor as suggested. He considered that the matter should be adjourned to the next meeting.—The Chairman said that the feel- ing of the meeting was very mixed, and to all appearances very little was known of the question.—Mr Fred Watson moved that a local association be formed in connection with the assistants in the town; and that the yearly subscription for assistants should be Is and 6d for apprentices.—This pro- posal, however, found no seconder. Even- tually it was decided, upon the proposal of Mr W. R. Watson, to defer the whole ques- tion to the next meeting.—It was agreed to hold a smoking concert to augment the funds of the movement. PETTY SESSIONS. — Tuesday. Before Messrs J. Hughes (chairman) and T. Ro- berts (Aber). RAILWAY PROSECUTION.—A hawker named John Rowlands, residing at 2, Hen- drewen road, Gianadda., Bangor, was charged with travelling from Llanfair P.G. to Bangor without having previously paid his fare.—Mr Fenna, who prosecuted on be- half of the London and North- vv estern Railway Company, stated that on Wednes- day, March 14th, the defendant arrived at Bangor railway station by the train due at 7.5 p.m. Ticket Collector Swan was on duty by the exit gate, and he noticed the defendant passing hurriedly out, at the same time giving his ticket upside down to Swan. The ticket collector at once looked at the ticket, and found that it was one from Holland Arms to Llanfair P.G. He overtook the defendant and asked him to return to the station. He was questioned in the ticket collector's office, and in reply said that he was very sorry. When asked why he did not pay his fare, the defendant said that he did not know whether he was at Bangor or Llanfair P.G. There could be no doubt, Mr Fenna main- tained, that the defendant intended to go en to Bangor.—Edgar S. Swan, Rhyl, and Joseph Hughes, station master, Bangor, gave corroborative evidence. — Detective W. A. Hughes said that he saw the de- fendant with reference to the matter, and as an excuse he said that he had booked Horn Holland Arms to Llanfair P.G., a-d got out at Bangor station, under the im- pression that it was Llanfair P.G. station. He only found! cut his mistake when he left the station.-The defendant, who did not appear, was fined 10s and costs. CHARGE OF FURIOUSLY RIDING A BICYCLE.—Samuel Jones, a student, re- siding at Hill street, Upper Bangor, was charged by D.C.C. Harris with furiously riding a bicycle.—John Evans, cab driver, 40, Dean street, stated that on March 9th he' saw a person riding a bicycle furiously past the cabstand near the town clock. There were two cyclists, and one of them ran against a child, who was knocked down. When the child was knocked down, witness called upon the cyclist to step. Instead of doing so he went straight away. He was travelling as fast as a horse could gallop, from twelve to fourteen miles an hour.- Cross examined by the defendant: Wit- ness could not identify defendant as the cyclist that rode past him.—George Rob.n- on, cab-driver, said that he was near the cabstand at the same time described by the last witness. The cyclist was going very I fast.—D. W. Davies, 19, Brick street, said I that he saw a man riding past the cabstand at the time mentioned by the previous wit- nesses. The cyclist was riding very fast, and knocked a child down. The child, who was just stepping on the parapet, was ser- iously injured about the* head. Miss N. Williams, 68, Caelleppa, also saw a cyclist riding rapidly past the cabstand, and can- ning into a child who was coming from school. Though the child was knocked down, the cyclist' did not stop. Hhe iden- tified the defendant as the man. Miss M. A. Roberts, 1, Union street, Bangor, gave evidence to the effect that the two cyclists were passing the cabstand, one riding very rapidly. She identified the defendant as the man who knocked the child over.- Cross-examined: The defendant tried to avoid knocking the child over .-P .C. Mason (57) said that he went to see the defendant, who admitted that he had knocked the little girl over with his bicycle, but he did Dot think that he was riding furiously- The defendant maintained that the rate he rode at was five miles an hour. The day in question was a market day, and he thought that by going past the town clock ne would avoid the traffic. He was just turning round the clock when he saw children in the middle of the road. He rang his bell, and the majority went to the parapet. He could not see the children on the left side of the roadi on account of the cabs. At that time he was going at about four miles an hour, and when he had cleared the last car a little girl rushed from the side into the parapet on the other side. He tried to pass her, but failed. He wanted to know whether it was rig-, for Superintendent Harries to bring forward the matter of knocking a little girl over, as he was not summoned for that.-D.C.C. Harris: I brought it to show that he was riding to the danger of the public. — By a magis- trate: Why didn't you stop and! inquire about the child?—The defendant: I be- came so confused that I did not know where I was. If I had the presence of mind to stop, I would have done so; but I am very sorry that I did not do so. Continuing, the defendant stated that he saw the parents of the chilû, and made inquiries about the little one. He explained how the thing happened, and the parents found that it was due fto an accident. He had been cycling for four years, and had never been previously accused of riding furiously. He did not think that he was riding above the rate allowed in all big towns. On account of the late delivery of the summons he had been put to great expense. — The Bench found the defendant guilty of riding reck- lessly, and imposed a fine of 10s and costs. DRUNKENNESS.—For being drunk and disorderly in High street, Mesech Roberts, joiner, Gianadda, was fined 2s 6d and costs, or .in .default seven days.
CARNARVON
CARNARVON SUNDAY SERVICES CHURCH OF ENGLAND. Vicar Rev J. W. Wynne Jones, M.A. Christ Church 8-30, Holy Communion 11, Matins 6-30, Even Song. St. Dpid's Rev Gwilym Lewis, B.A. 10-30, Matins 6, Even Song. St. Mary's Eev E II 3 B.A. 8-30, H;lr Communion, f. 10, Matins; 5, Even Song. Llanbeblig Rev D. Alban Lloyd, B.A. 10, Matins, 6, Even Song. BAPTISTS. Caersalem Eev Dr O. Davies. CALYINISTIC METHODISTS. Castle Square (English). I jv Peter H. Griffith, Swansea. r h a Eev O. Hughes, Talysarn. r"o 7* RevJ.Ower,B.A.,Gerlan. Moriah Rev D. C. Evans, F.G.S.. Conway. oiloh (Guild Hall) Rev Wm. Jones, M.A., Fourcrosses. CONGREGATIONALISTS. Salem 10, Rev Ivor GrfSith, Bala- Bangor College. 6, Rev D. Stanley Jones. Pendref 10, Rev D. Stanley Jones. 6, Rev Ivor Griffith, Bala- ?" -> £ or College. WESLEYANS. English (Castle street) Mr J. Edwards, Ebenezer 10, Mr J. P. j cs. 6, Rev H. Curry, Penygrocs. ROMAN CATHOLICS. St Peter and St Paul Eev Father Jones. A movement is on foot to make a tes- timonial to Mr N. Bunnell, who retired from the post of stationmaster on Satur- day. .Mr Parry, late stationmaster at Colwyn Bay, resumed his duties as stationmaster of Carnarvon on Monday. Mr Parry is a Welshman, and able to speak Welsh. Out cf 11 candidates for five seats on the Llangefni District Council, Mr W. O. Gri- ffiths (a son of Captain Griffiths, late har- bour master), was returned at the head of the poll. It is stated that the new intermediate school will be opened for the adnussion of scholars on the 1st of May. Last week Mr H. Parry, Gianrafon, sold two horses to the Lord Lieutenant (Mr J. E. Greaves) for 180 guineas. Twenty-five of the local Volunteers formed part of the Queen's Guard of Honour at Holyhead on Tuesday. On Wednesday night, at the Assembly Rooms, Market street, a fancy dress ball took place in connection with the Carnarvon Quadrille Party. The death took place on the 23rd ult., at Uwchaled, Prestatyn, of Nurse Davies, who was the first to occupy the position of district nurse in this town. She was the daughter of the late Dr John Davies, of Cerrigydruidion, and was 37 years of age. Mr W. Stephens, who was killed on the railway between Rhyl and Abergele, early on Tuesday morning, was a resident of Carnarvon many years ago. He was an excellent musician, and at one time led the singing at Salem Chapel. His father, who was a police officer, was a brother of the late Rev E. Stephens (Tanymarian). On Thursday, at the Tanybont Mission Room, the members of the Pendref Band of Hope sat down to an excellent tea, pre- pared by Mr H. Angel, Pool street. On Monday night, at the same room, an en- tertainment was held in connection with the Band of Hopa, when Mr J. Jones, Marcus street, showed a large number of views of the war, &c. The Rev LI. B. Roberts, presided. The other day a horse. attached to a lurry belonging to the London and North Western Company, took fright in Pool street, and galloped in the direction of Castle Square. Two policemen made an effort to stop the animal, but failed. Grasp- ing the situation, Mr John Oldfield rushed to the animal's head, and succeeded at great personal risk in bringing him' to a stand still. Were it not for his prompt action no doubt a serious mishap would have happened. WOUiNDED IN BATTLE. — Among those seriously wounded at Karee is Pri- vate R. Griffith Roberts, of the South Wales Borderers, son of Mr Robert Rob- erts, enameller, 14, Victoria street. THE WAR. — As will be seen from our advertising columns, Mr Sardonie, of Bir- I kenhead, will show by means of the cinema- tograph, views of the war at the Guild Hall, on the 10th and 11th inst. ACCIDENT. — As the result of the breaking of a jar of vitriol at the gasworks en Monday, Mr H. Roberts (foreman) and another workman sustained injuries, which, we are pleased to state, are not of so serious a nature as at first reported. Y.M.C.A.—On Friday evening, the first atnnuaj. meeting of this association took place at their rooms. Mr J. de G. Uaudin reviewed the work of the past year, and the hon. secretary (Mr John Hughes) sub- mitted a financial, statement. Mr J. de G. Gaudin and Mr George Davey were re- elected on the committee, and the follow- ing four were also elected:—Mr J. L. Harris, Mr Owen Edwards^ Mr W. O. Tho- mas, and Mr T. O. Jones. Mr John Hughes and Mr W. Drinkwater were elec- ted hon. secretaries, and Mr R. Jeffrey, hon. librarian. THE LATE REV T. C. EDWARDS. — On Sunday references wetre made from the pulpits of several of tihe chapels of the town to the deathi of Dr T. C. Edwards, the well-known divine. At Moriah and Engedi chapels the "Dead March" was played. At Salem the Rev D. Stanley; Jones spoke'of Dr Edwards as one of the greatest Welsh- man of the century. At the Guild Hall (Shiloh) the Rev J. E. Hughes, M.A., preached a memorial sermon; and at the Ebe!nezer chapel a vote of condolence with the bereaved! family was adopted. SHILOH COMPETITIVE MEETING.— This annual meeting was held on Thursday night, at the Guild Hall, under the presi- dency of Mr George Williams. The Rev. J. E. Hughes, M.A., conducted. Prizes were awarded to the following: — Annie Ed- wards, Sissie Mary Edwards, J. Henry Ed- wards, Willie Lewis, Frances Annie Wil- liams, Maggie. Williams, Johnny Hughes, J Gwladys Jones, Annie Jones, R. Henr* Jones, Edwin Jones, Lily Jones, John Ellis, Agnes Kate Jones, loan LI. Lloyd, Tommy Jones, Lizzie C. Roberts, Annie Davies, Maggie Lewis, Annie Humphreys, M.. J. Humphreys, Annie C. Owen, Annie Wil- liams, Mary E. Williams, W. E. Jones, D. John Davies, Charlie Francis, Tommy Francis, Hughie Edwards, Hughie Jones, J. Iorwerth Hughes, Lizzie Roberts, L. M. Jones, Maggie Owen, Annie Owen, Jennie Owen, Frances M. Jones, Lizzie Jones, Lizzie Williams, Ellen C. Roberts, Lizzie Owen, .M. C. Roberts, Ellen Jackson, Maggie Prichard, Master John Owen, Ban- gor street; Mr H. Williams, Golden Goat; Mrs Rees Hughes, Mr G. Roberts, Pentre, Waenfawr; Master W. J. Rowlands, Peny- groes; Mr J. Jones, Mary street Mr T. Owen, Mr G. Jones, Mr 0. Jones and party, and Mr H. Edwards and party. BOROUGH MAGISTRATES' COURT — On Monday, before the Mayor (Mr W. J. Williams), Mr E. Hughes, Mr M. T. Morris, Mr W. Hamer, and Mr J. R. Hughes, John Edwards, 9, Jenkins' Court, and Owen Wil- liams, 20, Pool Hill, were summoned by Mr Ball (attendance officer) for neglecting to send their children to school, and were each fined 5s including costs.—Jane Davies, 3, Bank street, and Margaret Hughes, South Penrallt, were each fined 2s 6d and costs for drunkenness.—Edward Davies, Chapel street, was summoned for using profane language in Castle Square. He admitted the offence, and was fined 2s 6d and costs. —On the application of Mr Nee, the licence of the Anglesey Inn was temporarily trans- ferred from Mr Bray to Mr R. Armsden. COUNTY MAGISTRATES' COURT.— On Saturday, before Dr. Taylor Morgan, Mr D. P. Williams, Mr R. Roberts, Mr J. Davies, Mr J. Issard Davies, and Mr G. J. Roberts, Ann Pritchard, John Roberts, and William Roberts, Clynnog, were each fined o-, including costs for neglecting to send their children to school. Mr Daniel Tho- mas prosecuted on behalf of the Attendance Committee.-Henry Jones, Elim, Portdin- oiwic, was charged with drunkenness. P.C. Jones proved the charge. The Bench: Was he disorderly ? The witness: He was too drunk to be disorderly. A fine of 2s 6d and costs was imposed.
Carnarvonshire Quarter Sessions
Carnarvonshire Quarter Sessions These Sessions are being held at Carnar- von to-day (Thursday), Mr. J. E. Greaves (lord lieutenant) presiding. In his charge to the Grand Jury, the Chairman said that they had heard with the utmost horror of the attempted as- sassination of H.R.H. the Prince of Wales. It was, however, a satisfaction to know that the distardly deed had not been successful. The Chairman then referred to the cases that were to be investigated. TRIAL OF PRISONERS. Enoch Evans, 14, bottle cleaner William Parker, 16, labourer, and Owen Owens, 17, labourer welTe charged -th entering the counting house of Mr j. F gott, Llandudno, on the 22nd February, and stealing therefrom 5s. Owen v. is ordered to be sent to a reformatory scLvol until he is 19, and Parker and Owens ".ere sentenced to three months impnsonmc :it respectively. W. Williams, 21 labourer, Carnarvon, charged with stealing a swan pedestal, value t2 10s, the propelrty of the Kensing- ton Fine Art Pottery Company, at Bangor, was sentenced to three months imprison- ment. J. Barnard, alias J. W. Amstrong, 64, described as an agent, was charged with ob- taining money by false pretences from a number of local farmers. For the prosecution it was stated that the prisoner caused ad- vertisements to be I in the "Getoedl Gymreig" and "Wetin" ottering a ton of mill sweepings for 32s. Money orders were sent to the prisoner, but the sweepings were not forwarded. Sentenced to five years penal servitude. «
The Eryri Hale Voice Choir.
The Eryri Hale Voice Choir. The following additional extracts from toS 5 concert given in Northamp- Rrv f t Tmh "nd Wolverhampton by the 7 iL Choir (conductor, Pi° n Wl]liams), will, no doubt, prove lUere^tmg to lovers of music: — The Kettering Evening Telegraph" says: — Two rich musical treats were provided in the Victoria Hall, Kettering, on Friday, when the magnificent Welsh Choir, one of the finest in the world, gave two grand con- certs before delighted audiences. The choir numbers about fifty, the vocalists be- ing all males, conducted by Mr John Wil- liams. The beautiful singing of the choir was a surprise to the audience, whose ex- pectations were high, but these were more than surpassed; whilst the playing of the veteran harpist, Mr Aptommas, was indeed magnificent. At the afternoon concert the programme was the same as was given by the choir at Windsor. Everv item was vociferously applauded, and the audience had an excellent opportunity of judging the merits of the choir and to see wherein lay the charm of their singing. Evidences were not wanting to show the splendid mauner in which the choir had been trained, whilst their voices blended teautifullv, and the way that they dis- coursed the Welsh airs and English choruses captivated one and all. The selections of the veteran harpist were of a varied nature, and he proved his right to be reckoned still as one of the foremost executants on'this beautiful instrument.—At the evening per- formance the hall was crowded in every part. The Rev. D. Stephens introduced choir, remarking that as the English, in earlier days conquered their country, they in return were coming to conquer the hearts of the English by sweet sounds. The latter conquest he regarded as the nobler of the two. The people of Kettering had been captivated by Welsh eloquence in their pul- pits, and that night he was sure that the hearts of those present would be captivated by Welsh song. It was interesting to note tnat all the singers, with a very few ex- ceptions, were working men. The pro- gramme was then proceeded with, prac- tically every item being vociferously ap- plauded, the veteran harpist especially proving a favourite with the audience, and having to respond to an encore for each selection. In addition to the prc gramme rendered in the afternoon,, the choir ren- dered a sailor's chorus, "Codwn Hwyl" Mr Roberts sang "The death of Nelson" and "The holy city"; Mr H. Jones sang "0 ruddier than the cherry;" and the duet, "Flow gently Deva," was given by Messrs Joneg and Roberts. The audience through- out were most enthusiastic, encores being numerous. The singing was of a very high order, and the attention and response to the conductor's baton most noticeable. The visit of the choir to Kettering will not quickly be forgotten. The following is from the "Midland Evening News" (Wolverhampton): — On Saturday afternoon and evening the Royal Welsh Choir, under the conductorship of Mr J-)bn Williams, gave two most enjoy- able concerts in the AAgricultural Hall, Wolverhampton, to large audiences. The choir, consisting of over 40 voices, recently appeared at Windsor before the Queen, several members of the Royal family, and the German Emperor. They a*e now on tour accompanied by the celebrated Welsh harpist, Aptommas, who has had the hon- our of playing before the Queen and other European Sovereigns on various notable occasions in his history. The choruses and part-songs by the choir were rendered in a delightful manner; indeed, the vocalism of the combination was a revelation, the rich- ness of tone, power, and range, and mar- vellous precision in obedience to the con- ductor's baton, being marked, and the audience were roused to tremendous enthu- siasm at each effort. "The Men. of Har- lech," "Land of my Fathers," and .God bless the Prince of Wales," sung in Welsh, were grandly given. The performance of Ap- tommas on his harp charmed everyone pre- sent, and he had to respond in almost every ir;stance to a recall. Printed and published by the Welsh Na- tional Press Company, Limited, at their Offices. Balaclava Road, Carnarvon.
LATEST NEWS
LATEST NEWS (CENTRAL NEWS AGENCY.) "OBSERVER" OFFICE, THURSDAY. MOVEMENTS OF THE ENEMY. Bloemfontein, Tuesday, 4.45 p.m. Following the conference at Kroonstad be- tween President Kruger and Mr Steyn the enemy are now reported to be moving in all directions towards Bloemfontein. The burghers are greatly elated at their recent success, and the Free Staters are being re- organised through the Republic. Those Transvaalers who had returned to their farms are rejoicing in the knowledge that President Kruger had evidently hoodwinked Mr Steyn to offer strong opposition in the Free State as long as possible, and so pre- went hostilities being imm-ediately carried into the Transvaal. Several known Free Staters, who had given up their arms after presumably sur- rendering to our forces, are now known to have been foremost in Saturday's fight- at Kooran Spruit, and drastic measures will be1 taken with regard to them. The towns- people are becoming somewhat restless at the turn of events. The situation, how- ever, is entirely satisfactory. Lord Ro- berts having made admirable preparations in view of any possible emergency. A new proclamation has been issued order- ing civilians to be within doors by eight o'clock at night. Several residents of posi- tion in the town and neighbourhood, who have been suspected during the past few days of trafficking with the enemy, have been placed under arrest.
GENERAL FRENCH.
GENERAL FRENCH. General French is still at Watervaal. It is owing to the lack of remounts and the still weak condition of his cavalry horses that he was unable to-move as rapidly as usual after the last fight.
DESTRUCTION OF BLOEMFONTEIN…
DESTRUCTION OF BLOEMFONTEIN WATERWORKS. Bloemfontein, Wednesday noon. The destruction of Bloemfontein Water- works is considered a serious blow to Lord Roberts' plans, and it is feared will impede forward movetoent. The water supply of the town will have to be greatly curtailed. 4L sufficient quantity will be retained for the immediate necessities of the army. It is the inhabitants who will mostly suffer.
RAILWAY ACCIDENT NEAR LADYSMITH.
RAILWAY ACCIDENT NEAR LADY- SMITH. TRAIN DERAILED. Ladysmith, Tuesday night. A railway accident resulting in serious damage to rolling stock occurred near Lady- smith this morning. A heavy train had brought up a large detachment of Imperial Light Horse from Durban, and after the passengers and goods had been disembarked it was at once sent back. When rounding a sharp curve near Klip River gorge, be- tween Ladysmith and Nelthorpe stations the cfngime ran off the metals followed by seven carriages. The scene of the accident is a most danger- ous spot, and is situated immediately above the Klip River. The line bad previously been disturbed by the Boers during the siege op- erations, and the accident is ascribed to the part of the metals suddenly giving way. The seven derailed vehicles were more or less extensively damaged. The train had very few passengers at the time, and these e6caped with minor hurts. The traffic to Ladysmith, however, was interrupted for three hours.
THE ATTEMPTED ASSASINATION…
THE ATTEMPTED ASSASINATION OF THE PRINCE OF WALES. The Kaiser and King of Italy have wired to the Prince of Wales their congratula- tions upon his escape.