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AGRICULTURE IN NORTH WALES.1
AGRICULTURE IN NORTH WALES. [FROM AX OCCASIONAL CORRESPONDENT.] The weather for the past fortnight has laeen exceptionally mild. My thermometer has on several occasions registered in the sun 55 to 58 degrees. That is very high reading for the last week in December—higher, pro- bably, than many of my readers will cau to mind, for any corresponding period. We are getting through the winter nicely. Should the open weather continue, it is certain to have a healthy influence on the cattle trade. Already, I hear of a better in- quiry for nrleh cows of good qllaitv- at enhanced prices, and it will presently extend to store stock. Iiifeitor animals are not yet in request. That is the report which reaches me from an inland market, to which a great number of Welsh cattle find their way. Stocks hold o;it well. Roots in this dis- trict—I refer. of course, to swedes—are being puued for the sheep as they are re- quired. x'h-e absence of keen frosts has left the roots in one condition. Inland, the universall custom is to hog them in November and December, and the practice is a good one, because of the loss of sugars brought oooUJt by the frosts. The saving effected this winter in condiments is very appreci- able. A large landowner assured me, one day this week, that small holders were doing better than large, hence the keen demand whenever they come into the market. My informant's views are worth attention. He was discussing vritlx me the advantagess of allotments. He Irenfirked that that poof- rates ;n this and the adjacent counties aie excessively heavy, and that it would be a relief to farmers and everybody concerned if every labourer were supplied with al allotment, as the result would be to take him off the poor-rates in winter. I find from a careful reading of several English papers that there if? a strong objec- tion on the part of tenant farmers there to relinquish the possession of land in the in- terests of the labourers. It is a notorious fact that when a deputation from a palish council waited upon a Welsh farmer, well- known in this district, he absolutely and flatly declined to discuss the possibility of giving up possession of one of his fields. I think this a grave uptake. It is no use urging landowners to take reduced rents, or to make abatements, as a result of bad time, •if you are to stick like a leech to your full holding-in this instance, a very large one —on the ground that the land required is too valuable to be yielded up to the labourers. I do not say that it is competent or fair for a parish council to select the best field- be-st because contiguous to a highway—and expect the tenant to give up possession. An explosion of temper is excusable under such circumstances. But a spint of compromise _3 desirabla in the interest of the tenant himself, who is usually a large contributor to the poor-rates. But to return to my conversation with the landowner. He declared that a man, on a moderately sized holding—a man who, with his sons, can do much of the work timself- is weathering the storm better than the tenant of a large farm. As a general prin- ciple it may be sound, but there are cases to my knowledge where men with capital and a large holding—as holdings go in this part of the PrincipaiHty—are dang fairly, well, though they are not as prosperous as they were ten years ago. That, I take it, is the universal experience. Foreign affairs at present occupy the at- tention of the Government. In the event of war in any direction, prices mJJ. advance by leaps and bounds. The fact that we are unable to feed our teeming population is the weak spot in our defence. We possess a large and powerful navy. but it is idle to assume that the enemy's privateers would net destroy a number of our food-carrying ships and harass our commerce to such an extent that tt would become disorganised. Under these circumstances, grain-growing on a much larger scale wou.d become a ne- cessity, and in order to grow grain, the farmer would demand, and would receive, an augmented price. God grant that peace may be preserved. It is our greatest in- dustry. Prices for a time would go to famine rates, but the inevitable reaction would come, and trade would be worse than ever. It is better to bear the ills we have than flv to others we wot not of. Agriculture will tl improve by and uy', without the stimulus of war. We must insist on conditions which make it profitable under a normal con- dition of things. To bring that result about we should bend all our energies.
VALE OF CONWAY FISHERY BOARD.
VALE OF CONWAY FISHERY BOARD. The annual meeting was held at Uamrwst on Thursday, Mr J. Blackwall (chairman), prodding.—Mr Isgoed Jones moved that Mr J. BlackwaCl be re-elected chairman. This was carried, and the chairman agreed to act for one year more. He had endeavoured to act in ali fuirnessbotùl to the rod and line fishermen and the public.On the motion of Mr M'Intyre, seconded by Mr J. Davies, Mr Isgoed Jones was re-elected vice-chair- man.—Mr C. T. JXard (clerk) reported that Mr J. Jones (Bettwsycoed) and Mr R. Jones (Conway) had been edected as representative members by the persons who had taken out .ieenses to fish in public waters with other than licenses for use of rud and line.—Mr P. M IratyTo was re-e4eoted auditor.—Tha watch conumfbtee was re-elected, and Mr M'lntyre, alluding to the important duties of that committee, Iaicl they endeavoured to avoid prosecutions aa much as possible, whi/lst at the same time safeguarding the interests of the puKic.—The chairman's re- port to the Board of Trade for 1895 was considered, lib -Showed thait (the take oiS salmon had on the whole been above the average, except the rod fishing. The rivers had so far been free from disease, but it was showing Bligbtfly now.—Mr R. Jones moved that there be a close season for the sparling fishery, commencing May 1st and ending October 31st. Mr J. Evans Jones seconded, and it was carred.—The Clerk sr.id they had already passed a resolution as to the Conway .It I I mussedfishery, but funds were required to carry _i out, and :t would be the same in this instance. D* Pntohard and Mr R, Jones were to support an application to the Conway Council for £ i0, but he hafl he„d no more about it. The Chairman said the resolution moved that day was important. He woi £ d attend the next meeting of the Western Sea Fisheries Board, and see what coufldl ha done.- Sever; genrtfemen wrote urging the permanent employment of an extra water baihft •—Isgoed Jones sug- gested that the Ixuliff be retained pending a definite reply from the ticket-holders as to what they would subscribe towards the cost. This was agreed to, and, on the morion off Mir M'lntvre, the bailiff was re- engaged until April 9th.—A vote of thanks was passed to the chairman for his Valuable services during the past three years.
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At the last half-yearly rent audit of the Bodifaoh Estate, Llaiifyr.in, Montgomery" j shire, a remission of £10 was made to all tenants who paid £20 and upwards, and I whose rents had rut be.M reduced, and 4s I øach to all the tenants in lieu of dinner. J
CARNARVON HARBOUR\ TRUST.
CARNARVON HARBOUR TRUST. THE ANNUAL MEETING. of the Harbour Trust was held on Tuesday. Present: Mr Richard Thomas (Mayor of Car- narvon), Messrs John Menzies, Edward H. Owen, C. A. Jones, Thomas Bugbird, J. Issard Davies, J. R. Pritchard, John Davies, H. Lloyd Carter, J. Parry Jones, B A., T. D. Lloyd, W. H. Owen, R. Newton, Harry Clegg, Colonel C. H. Rees, Dr John Williams, Major R. ap Hugh Williams, Major W. Paynter, Captain Elias, and Colonel Ruck; Mr J. Bowen Jones (clerk and surveyor), and Mr Henry Owen (collector). ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN. Mr John Menzies, in moving a cordial vote of thanks to the chairman (the Hon. F. G. Wynn) for his services in the chair during the past year, and that he be re-elected for the forthcoming yeaf, said that he would be only wasting time in saying anything with regard to the resolution. He knew the Trust highly appreciated the value of the services of Mr Wynn, and they could rely on his continued loyalty and support in the discharge of his duties. Mr C. A. Jones seconded the resolution, which was unanimously passed. ELECTION OF VICE-CHAIRMAN. Mr J. Issard Davies, in moving the re-eleo- tion of Mr Menzies as vice-chairman, and a vote of thanks for his past services, observed that they all knew the great interest which he took in the finances of the Trust. Mr Harry Clegg seconded the motion, which was agreed to nem. con. Mr Menzies, in acknowledging the re- newed trust imposed in him, said that since the appointment of Mr Bowen Jones as surveyor and clerk, and Mr Henry Owen as collector, his duties as chairman of the finance committee had been very slight indeed. In his opinion it would be im- possible for them to get better officers (hear, hear). In the unavoidable absence of the chair- man, Mr Menzies then took the chair. COMMITTEES. The finance and the work committee were re-elected with but one or two excep- tions. FINANCIAL. The finance committee reported that the following sums had been received from the respective sources for the month of Novem- ber :—Imports, JE39 16s 9d, as compared with JE61 14s lOd for the corresponding month in 1894 exports, JE80 11s 9d, as compared with JE49 3s Id tonnage, JE36 Is 8d, as compared with JE45 14s 2d; passing tolls, JE5, as com- pared with IC3 6s; yards, wharves, &c., I JE90 17s 3d, as compared with JE74 9s 2d. THE SLATE TRADE. ( During the month of November 6529 tons of slates were exported, as compared with 5496 tons the corresponding month last year. For the months of September, October, and November 21,751 tons of slates were exported, as compared with 19,704 for the correspond- ing period in 1894. THE ANGLESEY FERRY. With respect to the application of che town council that the Trust undertake to provide suitable landing accommodation on the Anglesey side to correspoed with the landing stage they intended to build en the Carnar- von side, inasmuch as the council was legally debarred from advancing money for such purpose, the finance committee sub- mitted the following resolution — Pro- vided that satisfactory plans and estimates be submitted to the committee for the repair of the old pier, and for the widening and approach improvements to the present low- water stage, so as to make it available for landing and shipment of cattle and vehicular traffic, the committee recommend to the Trust the advancement of a sum not exceed- ing JE300, to be secured in such a way as might be satisfactory to the Trust, at a rate of interest to be hereafter arranged, and the carrying out of these improvements would satisfy the resolution passed by the trustees at their meeting on the 1st October last. At the same time, several of the trustees desire to place on record their strong conviction that the more satisfactory scheme would be the construction of a landing pier further to the north east." Mr Bugbird did not think the security good enough. The Vice-chairman Probably not market- able. Mr Bugbird said that he thought that the Trust had treated the council very gener- ously, and if they had a good security they should go to the bank or somewhere else for the amount. Besides, it was very question- able whether they could legally advance the money. The Vice chairman observed in reply that with regard to the legal aspect of the ques- tion they could advance the money as it was promoting trade, and would eventually bring in dues. Mr J. Issard Davies could not see why the council should not have the money, be- cause the security was peifectly good. The Trust should help the town. Major R. ap Hugh Williams observed that the present tendency went to show that the channel on the Anglesey side would be closed before long, and tftose interested in the trade of Carnarvon hoped that it would do soon. In his opinion, it would be an enor- mous gain, having regard to that event, if the pier was removed further to the east- ward. It might not be convenient for some of the Anglesey parishes, but, undoubtedly, it would be the means of bringing three times as much trade to the town. With a pier under Trefarthen they would be in deep water. He did not see.-why they should advance the money; Ithey wanted it for Abermenai. Besides, the security was quite inadequate. Mr J. Issard Davies: Surely j550 rent per annum is a sufficient guarantee for JB300. Mr C. A. Jones, in moving the Adoption of the report, said they ought as a Trust to have the interest of the town as well as themselves at heart (hear. hear). He trusted that a good feeling would exist between the council and the Trust, and that they would co-operate for the benefit of the town. At present, the Anglesey people got goods by train, but hence those goods would be trans- mitted to Anglesey, via Carnarvon, when a better communication was obtained between the two counties. Mr J. R. Prtichard seconded the resolu- tion. He said that tho council was so situ- ated that they could not advance the money. The two bodies had been working well to- gether for some time, and he trusted that the scheme, when carried cut, would benefit the town. He also expressed the opniion that the Anglesey farmers should give them I a helping hand, and if there was a parish council in that district it would do well to consider how they support the scheme. Mr TV. H. Owen, sat d that if they made a pier more eastward they would lose all the trade from Newborough and Malltraeth. There was some talk now of having a station at Llangaffo. If that came about, and the pier removed from its present position, the people would go there, for the railway sta- tion would be nearer to them. The Vice-chairman pointed out that the committee did not pass the latter portion of the resolution. They merely gave it as an expression of opinion. He suggested than they should eldminaite it, for they had no- thing to do with it. Mr H. Lloyd Carter Perhaps Mr C. A. Jones will tack it to his motion. I Mr C. A. Jones replied that he would not. The committee gave the J5500 not as approv- ing of the scheme—he did not approve of it—but so as to have some equiva- lent improvement on the Anglesey < side. And he wanted that opinion to be placed on | record. Eventually, the pier would hav^ I to be removed eastward. C pun being pu't to the meeting, the motion I vr&8 passed* j THE COEDHELEN FERRY. The works committee reported that they had considered the drawings for a draw- bridge over the Aber Ferry, submitted to them iby Mr Waun. C.E., and they had ap- proved of the p:an which provided for a budge to cross the old harbour in front of the harbour office. A deputation con>istiii"1 of the Mayor of Carnarvon, Mr John Men" xies, and Mr J. Issard Davies (the chairman being unable ill attend owing to a business, engagement in London) had waited on Mr Lloyd Hughea to submit the same to his consideration. The Vice-chairman observed that the de- t putation was cordially received by Mr Lloyd Hughes. "With regard to the Aber Ferry, lie said that he had no desire to dispose of his interest in it, as it had been in the fan.tly for such a long time. Sttiil, he was ready to consider the matter if it would be to the interest of the town that he should hand it over. They also laid before Mr Hughes the plans of the proposed bridge, and arguments in favour of the same. He promised to consider the matter, and let them know the result. Colonel Rees asked whether it was to be taken for granted that the works committee had deeded that the bridge should be in front of tihe harbour office. Col. Rees said that they would remember that he suggested ah the last meeting that the odd harbour should be a wet dock. He was then tc £ d that that coii-l not be accom- plished, but since lie learnt that it wild. If so, it was important that the bridge and the flood gatps should be at the mouth cf tho old harbour. He maintained that it was worth their while to consider the matter. The Vice-chairman pointed out that the chairman had said at the last meeting that it would be impossible to have a wet docxk where ther-) was a river. Mr W. H. Owen Oh Yes. here is Bristol and Cardiff. Captain Elms saw no diffieuGty in making a wet dock. „. ¥r T. Davies pointed out that the difficulties to having a bridge at the Ty'ny- cei were unsurmountable. Mr Carter suggested that they should con- fine themselves to the bn^ge for that was the only practical question before them. Col. Rees maintained that a bridge in the middle of the harbour would interfere with the shipping. The Vice-Chairman observed that all the authorities proclaimed against a bridge at Ty'nycei. Mr W. H. Owen asked what would be- come of the small vessefis that ran for shelter in a storm if the bridge was erected at the latter pliace. On the motion of Major Paynter, seconded by Mr J. Issard Davies, u.e report was adopted. Mr H. Lloyd Carter moved, and Mr J. R. Pritchiard seconded, that the chairman take whatever steps he should think proper to have the reply of Mr Lloyd Hughes as soon as possible. THE NEW BA.s IN ONCE AGAIN. Major R. ap Hugh Williams moved that the sum of jcSOO be voted towards clearing and improving the new basin. Z, Mr Carter said that he would second the resolution if the cost was confined to JS100 at present. In spending this money they could accomplish three things, namely, clearing the dock, making new land, andi giving employment to those out of work. Mr Edward H. Owen suggested that they should first clear in front of the timber wharf. The Vice-chiadrman asked the Trust to seriously consider the matter. During a period of 19 years they had only spend JE77 on the new basin, but after the complaints of the town council to have certain nuisance abated, they had, in the course of the last three years spend £ 600 in clearing the basin. Even last year they had' spend JS257. By all means let them clear everywhere should a new steamer come there, and bring in dues. He believed that an expenditure of £ 50 to clear a little on the west side would be ample for the present. If they wanted to spend money there was. the "bar bach," as it was called, which was becoming very serious. The matter was event-unCIy referred to the works committee. HARBOUR LIGHTING. Mr J. Bowen Jones said that lie examined all the different services of gas supply in the harbour, of which there are nine separate branches. The whale of those services, witn the exception of one, had been in ex- istence from 20 to 30 years, <uid were con- sequently in a corroded state. He, there- fore, suggested, inasmuch as it will be necessary to renew the whole of cie piping tuat the entire system be re-arranged, and the harbour lamps separated from services that supply offices, warehouses, and private propeuby, so that if it was desired now, or at some future time to record the supply by meter it could be done by the construction of three chambers only. The system off lighting the lamps as at present required 16 lights to be burning all night when there was no moon, but eight of those were extin- guished when the moon attained a certain degree of magnitude. There were, there- fore, eight lamps at the new dock kept burn- ing constantly throughout the night all the year round, and he considered (with the exception of the red and green lamps) that they could with safety be dispensed with after eleven o'clock from the Iv..l to 18th. day after each new moon, and which would affect a considerable annual saving in the con- sumption. In answer to the vice-chairman, it was stated! that the annual gas bill was between J350 and PM.
SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE.
SHIPPING INTELLIGENCE. CARNARVON. ARRIVED.—W. S. Chine s.s., Williams, from Manchester; Wiilciam Edwards, Grif- fith, Runcorn; Ceres, Owen, Lianelly; Lily Miiles, EWioti;, Cardiff; Arvpn, WiBiams, Kirkcudbright; Prince Ja Ja, H.s., Ander- son, Liverpool; Rebecca, s.s., Jones, do.; Catherine, Jones, Blelfa-st. SAILED.—Moses Parry, Jones, for Ir- win; Thomas, Llovd, Belfast; W. S. Caine, I s.s., Wi-liams, Pemnacnmiawr; Prince Ja Ja, s.s., Anderson, 3^iverp>ool; Rebecca, Jones, do. Mersey, Hughes. Cardiff; Fal- con, Harry, Hfracombe; Letander, Jonesi BeMast; p?a(iry, Owens, SdEiloth Jannlet^ and Jane, Evans, Newcastle. PORTMADOC. ARRIVED.-Racer, Captain Amy, from Cardiff; Topaz, Mathias, Pwllheli; Martha Jane, Davies, Aberaeron; Marie, Jensen, Ilfracombe; s.s. Rebecca, Roberts, Liver- pool Martha Ann, Melvee, Fishguard « Walter Ulric, Wi'Uiams. Lianelly; Margaret Lewis, Thomas. New Quay; Energy, Tiffiij, Penrhyn; Edward Arthur, Williams, Lon- donderry Aeron Belle, Davies, Cardiff; Fran Minna Petersen, Parry, Irvine Irene, Richards, Arklow. •SAILED.—(Catherine Hendry, Captain; Vtiliiams, for Cardiff; Sultana Reina, Da- vies, Newport; John Evans, Evans, Ips- wich and Lowestoft; Queen of the West, Jones, Guernsey; A. T., Thomas, Cardiff: Rose of Torridge, Evans, Sunderland Bro- thers, James, Cardiff; Margaret Ellen, Thomas, Port Talbot; Pioneer, James, Car- diff s.s. Rebecca, Roberts, Liverpool; To- paz, Mathias, Cardiff; Margaret Lewis. Tho- mas, Swansea; Progress, Jones, Cardiff.
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A very interesting article on the Trans- vaal trouble, by Dr T. B. P. Davies, of Car- narvon, who has recently^ {returned frcfli^ Soutih Africa, wril appear in -'ur next issue. Dr Davies stoutly defends Jameson and Rhodes. He paints the Boer Government ia tsha blackest odours,.
PRESENTATION OF AI SILVER…
PRESENTATION OF A I SILVER CRADLE AT BANGOR On Wednesday evening the proceedings of th Bangor City Council were suspended at six o'clock in order to present to Alderman Dr Langford Jones and Mrs Jones (the ex- mayor and ex-mayoress) a silver cradle as a memento of the birth of a daughter during their mayoralty. As the public had been invited to witness the ceremony the council room was crowded. Among others present in addition to the Mayor (who presided), aldermen and councillors were thd Mayoress (Mrs J. E. Roberts), Principal Reichel, Mr David Owen, solicitor, Mr Morgan Richards, &c. When Alderman Dr Langford Jones, Mrs Jones, and their little daughter ascended the aldermanic bench they were loudly cheered. The cradle is an ornamental one of flowers, fruit, &c. It is boldly designed in Renaissance style. Rich scrolls springing from the body of the cradle form the hood, from which hang golden curtains tied up by a bow and tassels. Then on an acanthus foliation springing from the hood rests a silver dove with outstretched wings the emblem of Blessing, bearing in its beak the olive branch of peace. Round the border of cradle runs an ornamental border of roses, while the base is decorated with richly chased fluting. On the obverse in a beaded oval medallion is the monogram of the mayor, shewing in gold on a rich blue enamelled ground. Over this is the mural crown, the emblem of civic authority, while on each side are branches of laurel. The reverse bears a similar shield having an engraved inscription, and the end is orna- mented by a gilt cabochon, bearing the monogram of the Mayoress on a red field. The cradle is supported by two ornamental rockers, decorated in repousse, bearing festoons of laurel tied with flying ribbons. The plateau, which is of oak ornamented with silver, consists of two parts. The top of the plinth is decorated by a pendant border of silver, while round the lower edge runs a border of acanthus leaves. In the centre of the obverse is a trophy of the arms of the borough of Bangor, enamelled in full heraldic blazon, surrounded by the legend and surmounted by the mural crown, supported on each side by branches of oak, emblem of Cambria's ancient mystic rites. At each end of plateau are two Welsh dragons in solid silver, each bearing a shield, one having the monogram of the Mayor, the other that of his daughter. The plateau is decorated with richly fluted mouldings, and two more shields with dates and monograms. The whole is highly finished, and a most appropriate gift for the occasion. The Mayor, in opening the proceedings, observed that they had a pleasant duty to perform that evening, and were gratified to see so many had attended to witness the I presentation about to be made to Alderman Dr Langford Jones and Mrs Jones in com- memoration of the birth of a daughter during their year of office. The occasion was a gratifying one to the ex-mayor and ex-mayoress themselves, while it was unique in the history of Bangor, a. silver cradle having never before been presented to any mayor. This was not the only presentation which had fallen to the ex- mayoress during their year of office. On the occasion of the opening of the hospital, she was then presented with a silver key. The silver cradle which they saw before them, he trusted, would be a heirloom iv. the family for generations, and a token to the little daughter, if God spared her, and the other children, of the high esteem and respect in which their father and mother were held by the council and the inhabitants of Bangor (cheers). Alderman Thomas Lewis said that they could all congratulate each other upon having set that movement afloat. It was difficult to know what to say on such an occasion, but he mipht refer to what the Psalmist had said, namely, Blessed is the man," and so on (laughter and cheers). The ex-mayor and ex-mayoress' term of office had been a most pleasant one through- out, and they were happy to recognise the interesting event of the birth of a daughter, and do something that would be remembered for many years to come (applause). Councillor Henry Lewis supported with pleasure all that had been said. The pre- sentation of a silver cradle to Alderman Dr Langford Jones and Mrs Jones was only an expression of their good wishes and good will towards them. The public might also take it as a manifestation of the good feeling that had existed between the members of the council for years. "iears ago, as they knew,Bangor occupied an unenviable position, but now the public men of the city had buried the hatchet and were working I harmoniously together to promote the interests of the town (hear, hear). And they would have to go very far indeed to find a I council where its debates were more har- moniously carried out with respect to the feelings of others, than the council of Bangor (cheers). Alderman Cameron endorsed all that had been said, and said that the occasion was an exceptionally happy one, and an evidence of the good feeling of all towards the ex- mayor and his wife. He hoped that they would live long to enjoy the memento (hear, hear). Principal Reichel heartily congratulated the ex-mayor and ex-mayors on that historic occasion. The custom was a very old one, and it seemed strange that such interesting events did not occur oftener. While feeling that it was an admirable thing to keep up an old custom, they would also have to con- sider that it had a value in another way— that of honouring the chief magistrate of the town (applause). The presentation took place at a most opportune time, when they, as a city, were in the van of progress with regard to development of the the town (ap- plause). Councillor Richard Davies (chairman of the presentation committee) said that he considered it an honour to present to the ex- mayor and ex-mayors the memento, and to say that was to remind them of the high opinion which the corporation and the city of Bangor had of them when they elected Dr Langford Jones as chief 'magistrate, and of the very proper way he had carried out the business during his term of office (hear, hear). They also remembered the help which Mrs Jones had given in providing for the poor during the severe winter. Having referred to the willing way both the council and the public subscribed towards the memento, Mr Davies formally handed to the ex-mayores, amidst applause, the silver cradle. 0 Alderman Dr Langford Jones, in acknow- ledging, said :-It would be quite impossible for me to find words to adequately express to you the gratitude and joy which I feel in being the recipient of this handsome and costly presentation, and I trust that the few remarks which I may make will in no way be taken to represent the measure of my ap- preciation and thanks. Twelve months ago, you did me the honour of offering me the mayoralty of this city. I at first felt some diffidence in accepting that offer,feeling, as I did, that there were citizens much riper in years, which made them more fitted to meet the difficulties and anxieties attending the office. But being assured of the un- animous vote and co-operate of the members of this council I accepted the office, and I am glad to have the opportunity afforded me to-night of thanking every member of this council, and every officer connected there- with for the loyalty and generous support they accorded me in the council, and for the kindness and courtesy they have shown me upon every other occasion. I look back upon the year of mayoralty from which I have just emerged, with feelings of unalloyed pleasure (hear, hear). But if the many happy incidents connected with my year of office-and indeed, it would be impossible for me to recall a single unhappy one—the incident attending this presentation has been, so to speak, the consummation of them all (cheers). The birth of one's son or daughter is at all times a matter of rejoicing, but when it occurs under circum- stances such as these, the event becomes peculiarly happy and interesting, and the presentation by which you have been kind enough to mark the occasion in- tensifies the proud feeling by which I am possessed. The ex-mayoress and myself have been much affected by the unanimous and enthusiastic manner in which this pre sentation movement was taken up by the members of the council, and by the hearty support which hasbesn accorded to it by the public outside. These and the many kindly sentiments expressed towards us on that occasion by people of all station in life, with. out distinction of class or creed, have made upon us an expression which can never be effaced. It has often been told me that serving the public was a thankless and profit- less occupation, but to my mind there is no greater reward that a man can have than the consciousness of having been able to render some useful service for the good of his fellow-citizens. One crowded hour of useful life is worth an age without a name." I by no means regret the time and slight service that I have been able to give to the public life of Bangor, but on the contrary to rejoice in it (applause). I need hardly tell you that this beautiful silver cradle will be to me the most cherished of trophies, com- memorating as it does the most happy event which occurred during my year of mayoralty, and bearing testimony to the cordial rela- tions which existed between myself and the members of the council during that year, and to the goodwill of, the citizens of Bangor generally towards myself and family (loud applause).
ICONWAY BOARD OF GUARDIANS.
CONWAY BOARD OF GUARDIANS. FRIDAY.—Present: Messrs W. Yenables Wti!fliam|s (chairman), John Davies (-*ice- chairman), John Porter, Robert Evans,' Daniel Phillips, J. Allan-son Picton, Hugh OaraHier, David Davies, Hugh Owen. Hugh Hughets, OEJdwafrd Williams, Robert El Henry WiBiams, W. F. Jones, Thomas Ro- berts,, and the clerk (Mr T. E. Parry) A HAPPY NEW YEAR.—Before tluj business of the board was proceeded with, the Chairman said he had the pleasure and privilege of wishing the meimbers of the board, the officials, and the representatives of the press, a "Happy new year.—The greeting was returned by Mr Allanson Picton on behalf of the board: Mr T. E. Parry, on behalf of the officials; and Mr E. Winter, on behalf of the press representatives pre- sent. CHRISTMAS J15 THE./ HOUSE.~A«i cordting to tiie master's report, the number of inmates then in the house was 113. Twen- ty vagrants had been relieved during the month. The usual Christmas dinner, con- sisting of roast beef, potatoes, and' plumi pudding, had been thoroughly enjoyed by the inmates. Gifts had been Rent bv the fo'(hnmng: -Vpø ,.Hcln. Mrs Heinry Lloyl¡'. Moatyn, dolls, whips, and toys; the Mayor- ess of Conway (Mrs Humphrey Lewis), tea, fruit, and tobacco Mrs Dalton, Glynisa' Conway, dolls and balk Miss Dutiton, Con- way, Christmas cards; Mrs Goode. Llandud- no, books and tracts Mrs Howarth, Colwyn Bay; Mrs Wood, Bodlondeb, Conway, and Mrs HadCey, Gorphwvsfa, Conway, periodr reals; Mrs Webber, Penmaenmawr, books; Dr Prichard, Conway, tea and tobacco Mr Hugh CaraJher, Llandudno, books; Mr J. Lloyd! Jones, Conway, sweets and tobacco. That (Friday) evening. Alderman Hugh Hughes, Conway, had bindly promised to give a lantern entertainment at the house.- On the motion of Mr Allanison Picton, a vota of thanks was passed to the above- named ladies and gentlemen for their kind- ness to the inmates. AN; TXMATE ATltAOKS THE POjR-, TER.—The Master in his report, stated' that an limnate named John Thomas, of, Llysfaen, had twfce attacked- the house por- ter, once with a cleafver, and once with a knife. Fortunately, the porter was able to escape from danger.—It was decided that the inmate in Question shouild be brought before the magistrates. SATISFACTORY REPORTS.—The Revs J. P. Lewis, Owen Davies, Thomas D. Jones, T. Gwvnedd Roberts, and H. Barrow Wil- liiams had conducted services, etc., at the house during the month, and from their. reports it appeared that the children inmates were well trained and behaved 'admirably. Their -sinking wais most inspiring, and their bright and earnest faces most stimulating. THE LLANELIAN PARISH AXI) THE RATE CALLS.—The Chairman read a letter from Mr Borthwick, a foomer guardian for the Llaneltan parish, denying the statement made at the last board meeting, and oircu- lated in the newspapers, to the effect that the overseers of Llaneliatn parish were in arrears with their callis to the extent of £ 266.—-The iClerk. however, substantiated, this statement, and said the rates in the Llanelian parish were not high enough to meett the calls.—In repily to Mr Edward Williams, he said that proceedings had not been taken agailist the overseers in conse- quence of Mr Borthwtiek not being in favour of it.—The Chatirman sarid that inasmuch as I they were informed by their clerk that the overseers of this particular parish were in arrears to the extend of J5266, it was only their duty as a board to institute proceedings I agariinst tlleuu.-On the motion of Mr J. Al- lanson Picton, seconded by Mr Henry Wil- liams, it was eventually decided to adopt this course. THE PARISH OF EIRIAS.—The clerk was requested to attend a Government in- quiry to be heiid at Colwyn, on the followVing Thursday, for the purpose of considering whether the smau portion of the parish of Eirias situate outside the area of the Colwyn Bay Urban District shouild be added to and made to form part of the parish of Lflysfaen. tUHW .CHfIILITREN\S DAY1ROOM. —M!rl Hugh Owen, in pursuance of notice given a.t the last: meetimjr of the board, moved to rescind the resolution already passed with regard to the flooring of the children's day- room.—In his (Mr Owen's) opinion, a woock en noor to the dayroom was unnecessary, and it would not be wise to spend money in this dJrecWm. The children were$it\ perfect health, and were as well cared for as tholsei outsidfc Ihe hotife.—During th<f discussion which fcClowed, Mr Picton Fcid ilt was the recommendation of the; committee to the board that the children's I djayroom •shou'ld have a, wooden floor instead of the present tiile one. Estimates had .')! ready been Obtained for the work, and he asked whether it was the practice of r:hc board) to accept a mere notice of motion to rescind a resolution as a means of stop- ping thorn from carrying on the business. He n moved that the reeommendaifion of the committee be carried out. and that the low- est tender be accepted.—The Chairman, referring to the statement of Mr Hugh Owen, srid the guardians were as parents to the children, and was their duty to do their very utmost f those who were, unfortun- ately, obliged .) seek their protection. Lot them exercise everv care over them, keep them warm r nd make them fit to fight the battle of life. He did not for one mo- ment suggest that the cliiildren in the house should be surrounded with luxu- ries, but it would not be right for them to cut dowlIl the expenses, whilst the health of the Jiittfte ones was «at stake.—Upon a vote being taken, Mr Hurrh Owen's motion 1 k was lost.—The teni(ler of Messrs M. and J. W Villiams was afterwnrdin accepted. j ">.408
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FOOTBALL.
FOOTBALL. EXGLAXD v. WALES. At the Rectory Field, Black heath, on Saturday, the thirteenth meeting under Rugby rules between representative teams of England and Wales took place in dull and threatening weather. The home team included eight old Irteri whiil-3 Wales, who had to make no alteration, lll- cluded thirteen who had previously repre- sen.ted the Principality. Within twenty min- utes of the start the crowd probably num- bered nearly 10,000, and Sltill grew as time went on. Foulr years had elapsed ninca "Waùes appeared at Blackhoabh, as id t^e.:i England won very easily. A slight wind blew down the ground, and England, win- ding the. toss, took 'advantage of it. Boucher kicked off for Wales. The Englishmen wevj quicke,r than their opponents on the loose. After Cattell had resumed after a temporary disa-Mement, Muititt scored ten minut'W from the start. Mitchell made a good at- tempt at. goal, but failed. Following the drop out England again attacked, but Bowen retrieved, and the English, forwards blunder- ing, the Welshmen would have had a. great chance had not Houghton cleverly got in his kick. Still the Englishmen kept the game chiefly in the Welsh hallf, and Badger being hurt, the visitors" chances were fur- ther prejudiced. Gradually the Welshmen were driven back, and Houghton putting in a- fine kick play was forced on to the Welsh line, Cattell gaining a second try, but again the place kick was a failure. The injury to Badger was, of course, very bad luck for the visitors, Boucher having to be brought out of the pack. Cattell dashed ever and sewed a tittird try, but Taylor was no more success- ful than Mitchell had been Mitchell scored a fourth try, Vailenitine converting. The Wellsih forwaads being completely routed, Fookoa got in and (Soared. This heavy scoring by the Englishmen robbed the game of all interest. Half-time score England, 1 goal, 4 trys W ales, nil. The Welshmen's play was very disappointing, and the home- sters relaxing their exertions for some time there was no further sicore. Murfit at length got over, and in the last minute Valentine also scored, Mitch-ell converting. England thus ran out easy winner by 2 tro-als 5 trys to nil. NORTH WALES COAST ASSOCIATION. At a council meeting at Coflwyn Bar on Wednesday, Bangor Reserve and Llanrwst, were ordered to replay the junior semi- finaA at Llandudno, on Jamuary 18th; and Bangor v. Rhyl the senior final at Llan- dudno, on February 8th. THE WELSH JUNIOR CUP (THIRD ROUND) QUEENSFERRY v. BAN- GOR RESERVE. At Queens-ferry, on Saturday. Queens- ferry at onee_ pressed, and Bennion .scored, Bangor equalising shortly afterwards. Half- time score One goal each. Queensferry had asL the play the next half, and added three goals. Final score Queensferry, four goals Bangor Reserve, one. THE NORTH WALES SENIOR CUP BANGOR v. THE 'NOPS. On Saturday, at the Oval, Carnarvon, the Bangor Club met the Carnarvon Ironopolis in the first round for the North Wales Senior Cup. It will be remembered that when these teams played on the Bangor ground, the game resulted in a draw. Hence the play on Saturday. It had been evident for some time past that an unusual amount of interest was taken in the probable result both at the cathedral city as well as at Car- r.arvon. This was well proved on Saturday, for a contingent of about 700 journeyed from Bangor to support their men, while the Carnarvonites on the field were twice that number. The visitors first put in an appearance, and were hailed with three ringing cheers for the "Heroes" .and the "(jha-iiipions: Three or four minutes later Captain A. W. Menzies walked to the ground, andi received an enthusiastic reception. Rumour was current on Friday and Sat- urday that the home team could not muster their "first eleven," owing to three of them being absent. One of the three, Hugh Wil- liams, a. brilliant player, liad had liis shoul- der dislocated at Rhyl the previous week. Acting-captain D. O. Williams was unable to take th.e field, as was also WiTliaan Jones. Consequently, the 'Sop" had to play three "reserves." What effect; this had OIl the Iganue can only be 'suniilised'. Johnnie Hughes, a well-knci.vn Rugby player, did service at goal for the home team. Between all the odds were against the 'Nops. Bangor won the toss, and punctually at half-past two the leather was put rolling. The game at once became fast and exciting, and was well kept in the home quarters for a time, .several attempts at scoring from "corners" proving futile, owing to the ex- cellent defence of the 'Nops goalkeeper, who saved admirably. The playing of Buckland and Charlie Jones for Bangor* and the attack of the forwards in general was such that it elicited the hearty applause of the spectatois. The names of Bob Lloyd Jones, John Owen, Johnnie Hughes, W. Morris, and Menzles anust be mentioned as forming the back bone of tno home team. Tommy Edwards and the forwards lacked in spirit and energy. When the half-time whistle sounded, neither teams had scored. After the usual interval, the ball was again off. For the first fifteen minutes the play was fast and furious. It was evident that the visitors had the best of the play, and their daring shots put the Carnarvoadtes on their mettle. However, at last the leather I was once again in the home quartern, and by the adiroit play of Buckland, Charlie Jones, although closely chased by Bob Lloyd, succeeded in drawing the first blood. Whether this couM have been accomplished had Johnnie Hughes kept to his post as goalkeeper is a matter that seems to be doubted by many. But be that as it may, the ball was in dangerous proximity to the posts, and evidently the goalkeeper thought that he could reach it before the fatal slhot was given. In that, however, he was mis- taken. Whether right or wrong in leaving his place, Johnnie Hughes played an excel- lent game throughout, and it is not toL) much to add that lie eaved the'Nops from am i-trnominous defeat. For a time after the scoring the Carnarvon men seemed fagged, and it appeared as if Bangor would not have much trouble in adding another goal to their record. Cheered by their support- ers, however, they rallied up, and kept the ball well injiand, and in the visiting team's quarters. Five or six aims at goal got wide of the mark, while all the comers they were awarded were tieaniy saved. The play for the last fifteen minutes was in favour of Carnarvon, but the leather, whether wil- fully or accidentally, AN-as shot off-side for the most part by the members of the visiting team. When the whistle sounded, the game resulted in favour of Bangor by one goal to nil. Why such personal feeling and animus should be imported! to a game of the kind surpasses the comprehension of all lovers of sport. During the game some difficulty arose with regard to a mistake which had been made by the Bangor linesman, which towards the end looked very much like a free fight. Even when proceeding from- the field some members of the visiting team were subjected by the mob to molestations of various kinds, while some of them were actually; aissaultedl .The- XUps no doubt condemns such actions as much as anyone, and it is to be regretted that the team could not visit the town and be honourably treated after fair and honourable play. It is toO be hoped that such -odious behaviour wui never be witnessed in Carnarvon again. NOTES ON THE GAME. Well, we were beaten on ba.urd^, but. thank goodness, we were far ± o disgraced. Our valiant boys, though plajing n
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FOOTBALL.
four reserves, were quite a match for tlia- Ba-ngor crowd. (1,1, I w.sh we had our full eleven, but then- wed, we hadn't, and there s an end of ii. I will content myself by merdly saving a few words about the home piayers, and I hope the committee wtill make a note of i6. J. E. Hughes (goal). First appearancf nn any match. Played a wonderfully good game. Fields the bah splendidlv, and should prove a valuable acquisition to the. "Nops'* rear guard. J. 0. Williams flight back). A very good pk;|3r tin* -season. 71 Very consistent, attf a grand kick. About the best man the Ironopolis have. A. W. Men; i es (left back). Came out at a moments notice to H.11 an unexpected va- cancy. Has not played for 15 months, but- under the circumstances did very well. J. Davies (Left half). Played a rattling, good game on Saturday. By far the best half on the field. Should learn to control hm temper w hilHt playing. R. L'l. Jones (centre half). Made of the rughfc stud fbr football. Good kick, ami tackles well. Oinly plays occasionally for hma team. G. Roberts (left Ifalf). A -stron-c and flturdy player. A bit slow, but for all that; is well worth his p.aee in the team. A very willing player, and always studies his com- mittee. T. Edwards (right outside). Very quick runner, and as a rule does wettl. Being light, he, unfortunately, is apt to "funk," and did so very badly on Saturday. TVilf improve in time. W. Mbrris fiuirht jiinjide). '"Wil'J" ha^ for years been considered one of the best forwards Carnarvon hare. Lately, he isufiered from h twisted knee. PSayed) first-ciass game on Saturday. W. Owens Centre). An SdeaJ centre. Runs well. Has a perfect knowledge of tli^ game. Feeds his "wings" well, and know& how to keep them together. T. Roberts (left 'inside). A very pretty and plucky piayer. Considering that he a "reserve," he did very well on Saturday- Will make a grand man in. time. E. Wil'i.ims, (left outside). Another serve." Has plenty of dash, and has a knowledge of the era me. He wiA also make a good man in time. On the 18th, the 'X ops journey to Ban,(() City to pnay off tht.t.r league fixture. -Iff Menzies is endeavouring to arrange for IJ "special" to leave Carnarvon at 1.30 P-nl* for Bangor that day. Should he be al>^ to muster to<rethc»r 150 supporters, he wy* be able to do it. I hope everyone will help him to guarantee that number. Now, boys, keep your "pecker" up, and show you can uo away from home. « On Saturday next, the semi-final and fin*r rounds of the Boxing Day Medial ComP'-™' tion will be played off alt the Oval. Play up' Iilanbeiiis Bangor meet We Kington St. George's ifl the fourth round of blve Welsh Cuip at Ban- gor. Wish vou luck, Bangor KICK OFF-