Rhyl Journal

GOSSIP. The late Mr Joseph Wood, of Castleton, Rhyl, and formerly of Rochdale, who died on the 8th July last, aged 70 years, left estate valued at E43,471 gross, including personalty of the net value of £ 41,512. Is Rhyl Pier dangerous ? Such is the question which has been asked by many visitors to the town during the past season. The report that it is dangerous has been extensively circulated, with the result that the Pier is not half such an attraction as it ought to be. It is as safe to-day broadly speaking, as it was 20 years ago, and we do not hestitate to say that its alleged unsafe condition, is all "an old woman's tale." Tiue the Pier is being repaired and that half of it is closed to the public during alterations, but then, what structure does not want repairing after having stood the storms and wear of 24 years. The people of Rhyl who have circulated this childish report, must remember they are doing the town no good by such idle gossip. A humorous remark as to the pier was made by Mr George Penn at his benetit concert, when he said that he had enough wood splinters in his boots to make a new pier." The audience laughed and well they might: We have it on good authority that the Com- pany intend to make the pier attractive next season. Some people will say Not before -rod we feel inclined to re-echo this re- i" we should like to t36;!P « i'€St at wpofthe juer, he .mrTosn. <)idh. entcuamroontj of various kin-lk ''1 ■>• i r the concerts '.t the of c attraction, RIV* 'hither crowds of people abaemule tc luuhgt, and r to the strains of sweet music, or to tho song of a popular artiste, intermingled with the roar of the mighty ocean. May we enjoy this experience next year. The Rhyl Urban Council has always been styled a progressive body. That the members fully deserve this compliment everyone will admit, for they have always shown themselves ready and willing to keep pace with the times, and to keep Rhyl to the froat as an at- tractive and popular health resort. To do this an enormous sum of money has already been spent, and to maintain this popularity a large sum will be required in the future. At the monthly meeting of the Council on Monday, several important suggestions were laid before the members, suggestions mainly dealing with improvements which have been a long time oming, but are absolutely necessary to a rising I own like Rhyl. | That delightful spot-the Marine Lake-is the resort of hundreds of visitors, but beyond the bracing sea and mountain air, and the pleasures of boating and bathing, there is little to amuse or attract anyone. The 44 deserted island "-as it was humorously described by a Councillor at Monday's Council meeting—is to be entirely transformed, in a manner which will remind us of India. A pagoda is to be erected, surrounded by flowers and shrubs of many beautiful varieties. People will be taken across the water on a ferry boat, and will be able to sup coffee and tea in true Oriental style, while listening, perhaps, to the strains of sweet music. What could be more delightful ? The Councillors have exceedingly good tastes. Another important attraction to be added to Rhyl next summer will be a service of pleasure steamers which is to be arranged if possible. A new ietty is to be built at Foryd, so that steamers can discharge a load with convenience. The idea is certainly a grand one, and will encourage sea passenger traffic along the coast. It is also decided to plant trees as far as possible in the streets of the town, and to beautify the Promenade with different varieties of shrubs. The idea of Councillor J W Jones, as to adopting a uniform scheme of decoration for the Promenade, is a good one, and we hope it will be acted upon. The shelters, seats, and the electric light standards need a coat or two of paint badly. In this bustling commercial age we see many strange advertisements, but possibly the most novel local one is that adopted by an employee at the Botanical Gardens, who walks sedately to and fro in the town, with garlands of flowers upon his cap, and sometimes even large bunches of flowers. Although every pedestrian turns to scan this flower bedecked person, he takes not the slightest notice but pursues his way with the utmost complacency. We are glad to be assured on good authority that journalism is a respectable profession! The Hon. Cecil Grosvenor who presided at the Rhuddlan Revision Court on Thursday, re- marked upon the entrance of a reporter that he was glad they had the honour of the presence of a member of a respectable profession. Some small excitement was occasioned in Brighton Road on Thursday, by the vagaries of a horse, the animal careered wildly along the street, unfettered by any harness save a broken bridle, and in the mad course one of its shoes was flung high into the air, fortunately it fell clear of any of the spectators, and the horse was soon caught and led back to the town.

SUDDEN DEATH OF MR. JOHN ARTHUR EVANS. We regret to announce the sudden death of Mr John Arthur Evans, one of the best known of our townsmen. The deceased was brought up to the scholastic profession and he afterwards became the proprietor of the Carnarvon and Denbigh Herald, which newspaper he successfully worked for many years. He was a very active man and some twelve years ago he came to Rhyl and was elected to the old Board of Commissioners, but when that body was changed into the Urban District Council he retired from public life and eventually went to re- side in London, but remained only about a year, returning to Rhyl where he had settled down. He always took a deep and most warm interest in the town's affairs, and had recently resuscitated the Rhyl Ratepayers' and Town Improvement Association, but sickness laid him by for upwards of a month, and he was unable to give it the attention be wished. Of late he was improving in health, and as late as yesterday afternoon he was attending to his business. Last night he paid a visit to the Bijou Pavilion, but feeling ill he returned home and was proceeding upstaiis when he suddenly expired. He was 66 years of age.

RHUDDLAN REVISIOlT COURT. CONSERVATIVE CAINS. The Hon. Cecil Grosvenor presided at the Marsh Hotel, P.huddlan, on Thursday afternoon, to revise the lists for this part of the division. The Conservatives were represented by Mr T W Hughes (principal agent) and Mr J 0 Hughes, whilst Mr Morgan, of Mold, watched the interests of the Liberals. The Conservatives claimed a lodger vote for Mr Chadwick, ot Tymawr, Rhuddlan, who appeared and gave evidence as to his claim.—The Revising Barrister allowed it, and also an ownership claim for William Roberts, of Abbey House, made by the Conservatives. The Liberals had no fresh claims. Several names were struck off the lists owing to the fact that in cases where objections had been lodged, the voters did not attend to give evidence to substantiate their right to be on the lists. The name of Elizabeth Evans, of Church Street, Rhuddlan, was objected to by the Conservatives on the ground that she had sub-let her house. Mr Hughes said he understood that the woman had let her house to a party named Hughes.—Mrs Evans appeared, and stated that she had lived in the house for about three years. She had not sub- let the house, and never meant to. Witness admitted that she had a Miss Hughes staying with her in the house, but this young lady was only a relation, and a guest. She would like to know who objected to her being on the list, for she had always paid her rent, and the house and furniture was her own.—The Barrister said the woman's name must remain on the list. An objection to the name of John Morris, of Election Row, Rhuddlan, was made by Mr Hughes on the grounds that Mr Morris, who is a local preacher, was joint tenant of a house with his sister, who kept house for him.—Mr Morgan said this was not so, and stated that Mr Morris always paid the rent, and that his sister only kept house for him.—Mr Hughes said he did not press the objection.—The name was allowed to stand on the list. Objections were successfully lodged by the Con- servatives to the names of the following appearing on the ownership list :—Abel Hughes, Castle St.; Wm Hughes, Jas Hughes, D G Lewis, and F L Rawlings, all of which were struck out by the Barrister. Oa the occupation list the name of Wm Hughes was removed from Division 1 to Division 3, thus losing a Parliamentary vote—this being done on the objection of the Conservatives. The names of Llewelyn Jones, High St. Robert Jones, Marsh Hotel; and Thos Jones, Castle St., were struck off but John Jones, Black Hole, was allowed to retain his vote. Thos Owen, of Brynffynnon, was objected to in Division 1, and the objection being sustained, the name was placed on Division 2. An objection was laid against the name of John Thomas, but he proved his claim and it was allowed. The name of Mrs Stanley, of Pencrabbas, was successfully objected to by the Liberals whilst the Conservatives succeeded in having the name of Mary Ann Wynne, junr., of Castle Street, struck out. The Conservatives withdrew their objections to the names of John Morgan Griffiths, and Richd Jones, of Stanley Park. At the conclusion of the business, which onl y lasted a short time, the Revising Barrister con- gratulated the Assistant Overseer on the way the lists had been prepared.

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ST ASAPH. CATHEDRAL SKRVICE LIST.—Sunday, Sept 15 11-0, Scrvice, Turlein 1) anthem, 0 Lord, have mercy (Pergolesi). 3-30, Service, Cooke in G anthem, "By the waters of Babylon" (Boyce). 5-15, Chants and hymns Recital after service. Thursday, Sept 19: 11-30, Service, Walmisley in F anthem, 44 My soul truly walteth" (Rea). Saturday, Sept 21 3-15, Service, Goss in A inthem, 44 Lord, we pray thee (Roberts).

[Ix MEMORUM]. In loving memory of dear Will, the beloved son of Peter and Jennie Thomas, who died September 15th, 1900, aged 30 years.-Sadly missed by his parents, brother, and sisters. Rest on, de;T Will, thy labour's o'er, Thy willing hands will work no more. I A loving friend, so good and kind, No one on earth like thee we find.

MR E. H. WILLIAMS' BENEFIT. We are now beginning to question seriously whether Rhyl.would be Rhyl without Mr E H Williams and his 44 Merrie Men"? They are ubiquitous. From early morn to dewy eve their quips and pranks amuse and delight young and old, rich and poor. Their appearance in the street is the signal for the immediate gathering of a crowd, windows are thrown open, people come to the doors-all are pleased, all welcome the 44 Merrie Men." They commence their entertain- ments very early in the sOason, when few of the summer visitors have arrived, and continu them until late in the autumn. Long, long before the commencement of the programme their admirers and patrons may be seen patiently waiting at the pitch on the sands hundreds of thousands witness the performances during the season, and many return daily to the same spot and greet with enthusiasm their special favourites. Photos of the several members of the troupe are eagerly purchased and carried away as mementoes North, East, South and West, throughout the British Isles, and indeed to parts of the world still more distant. Small wonder then that the an- nouncement of a benefit concert to Mr E H Wil- liams is greeted with every sign of satisfaction and that the Town Hall is filled with a huge crowd; that the air is filled with laughter, long and hearty; bubbling up here and there and rippling irresistibly through the hall, or else rising spon- taneously and overpowering the authors of the mirth. Long before the time fixed for tne commencement! of the concert, the building was uncomfortably crowded, and many had to stand. From first to last the audience was kept in a state of merriment and enthusiasm. Each new joke and song—and the old ones for the matter of that-were vocifer- I ously cheered and applauded in no half-hearted manner. In a concert where so many artistes are taking part, and whose powers to amuse are so well-known in Rhyl, it would be useless to attempt to criticise each item, but we have not the least hesitation in saying that one and all did their best, and what more could they do ? Several of the old favourites fairly eclipsed all previous efforts on the 41 boards," and amongst these we must mention Charlie Drew, Squire Wyndham, Gus Daniels,, Fred Lake, and Earl Hamilton, each of whom bore the brunt of the sketch. Charlie Drew proved himself as clever At speech-making as he is at cracking jokes, for a very important duty was entrusted to him by the troupe during the firs part of the programme. This interesting item, which was not on the pro- gramme, was the:presentation to Mr EH Williams of a handsome writing cabinet, given by the troupe, and a leather hand-bag sent by the Scottish Meister Glee Singers, who wrote saying that the gift was a slight recognition of the kind treatment and courtesy extended to them by Mr Williams [during a most happy season in "Good Old Rhyl." Mr Williams, who was loudly cheered, said he Mr Williams, who was loudly cheered, said he | hardly knew how to express his thanks to his I boys" and the Meister Singers for their kindness. They had all worked well, and he was pleased to linform those present that he had been again granted permission by the Council to provide I nigger entertainments next season, and that they 1 would see most of their old favourites back in Rhyl next year (loud applause). He had had a record season, and he thanked the public from the bottom of his heart for their patronage. In con- clusion he said he should value the presents all his life, as they were the gifts of real gentlemen (applause). The programme was then continued. Richard Hanlon was in good voice in his song II Off to Philadelphia," and Mr Phil McGrath introduced a couple of up-to-date verses, composed specially for the occasion by Mr T Amos Jones, in his song II I want to be popular." Jimmy Hewson, Harry May, and Dick Williams (proprietor of the 44 Jolly Cadets," Prestatyn) each scored in their songs. A cornet solo by Mr L Rivers was loudly applauded. Little Beatie, cave her international dances in finished style, and was loudly applauded, especially in her popular Scottish dance. The Plantation Sketch was very laughable, as were also the songs by Mr Charlie Drew. Sturgess Ling- wood, the pianist, accompanied with marked ability, and exhibited much skill in a pianoforte solo. Squire Wyndham proved that he is as clever with his feet as with his tongue for he gave a splendid exh, bit ion of stepping in his pedestal dance. There were several other items worthy of note, but space prevents us from giving them, and in con- cluding our short notice, we have to state that when the concert came to a close all went home fully satisfied with all they had seen and heard. We hope the troupe themselves will have a good reward at their benefit next week. ir.\ MR. E. H. WILLIAMS' FAMOUS MERRIE MEN.—SEASON 1901. Photo by Ernest Jones,

FLINTSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL. ELECTION OF CORONER. THE RHYL BRIDCE QUESTION. The quarterly meeting of this Council was held at Mold on Wednesday, Alderman W Davies, of Caergwrle, presiding. A new rate for the half year ending March 31 for 3 in the £ was passed. On the proposition of the Chairman, it was unanimously decided to forward a vote of sympathy with Mr M4Kinley and the American people, to the American Ambassador. Technical Education. The minutes of the Technical Instruction Com- mittee, which were confirmed, included a grant of 9100 to the County Governing Body towards the salaries of the art masters at the several county schools and a total grant of £335 to be divided amongst the districts of Mold, Rhyl, Flint, Holywell, Buckley, Hawardcn, Connah's Quay, St Asaph, and Maelor for the furtherance of technical instruction. On the proposition of Mr J Herbert Lewis, it was decided to request the Technical Instruction Committee to take into consideration the whole question of the allocation of grintm between the county schools, the technical classes, agricultural education, the school of mines, nursing, and other subjects, and report to the next meeting of the Council. Mold Board School. Important communications from the Board of- Education on the subject of evening schools were received. An application from the Mold School Board to be allowed to maintain evening classes during the ensuing winter was acceded to. Inquests in Public Houses On the proposition of the Rev John Small wood, the following resolution was adopted That iu the opinion of this Council inquests should not be held in public-houses, and that the coroner be in future instructed to hold the same in other places that are obtainable." Holywell Urban Council. An application from the Holywell Urban District Council for an order to enable the members of that Council to retire from office together every third year, instead of by thirds annually, as at present, was granted. Crocers' Licenses. After brief discussion, it was resolved :—41 That the Council do petition Parliament to abolish grocers' licenses, or as an alternative that power be given to the Justices of the Peace to refuse or suppress the same where they think proper and necessary, and that such licenses be placed under the control and supervision of the existing licensing authority." Election of Coroner. There were three candidates for the office of coroner for the county, vacant by the resignation of Mr Richd Bromley, on his appointment as Clerk of the Peace—namely, Mr Fred Llewelyn Jones, solicitor, Holywell, the deputy coroner; Mr J Roberts Jones, solicitor, Rhyl and Dr John Humphrey Williams, Flint. A ballot was taken, when it was found that Dr Williams had secured 22 votes, Mr F Llewelyn Jones 21, and Mr Roberts Jones 4 votes. A second ballot took place upon the two candidates first named, with the following result:—Mr Jones 24, Dr Williams 23. Mr R LI Jones then moved that Mr Jones be elected, remarking that he would not dilate upon the respective merits of the candidates, which were good in each case. Dr Easterby seconded, and the resolution was carried unanimously. Mr F Jones was called in, and returned thanks for his election. He trusted, however long he held the office, he would do so to the satisfaction of the Council, and that the court over which he would preside would always be conducted with such dignity as beseemed a court of justice (applause). The Rhyl Bridge Question. Intimation had been made by the clerk to the Denbigh County Council of the fact that that Coun- cil had declined to be associated with a movement for the acquirement of the Foryd Bridge across the Clwyd at Rhyl. Mr W Elwy Williams (Rhyl), said that when the recent conference of various local authorities on the subject terminated, those who attended it left under the impression that Denbighshire was favour- able to the scheme, and that the two county coun- cils would join in dealing with the Foryd Bridge. But it appeared that at the County Council meeting in Denbighshire there was a sharp division of opinion in regard to the question. The most intelli- gent portion of the Council was in favour—(laugh- ter)—but owing to the tactics of one obstructionist there was a small majority against having anything to do with it. Of course those obstructionists were met with everywhere, and they were very hard to deal with sometimes. But he did not think that a question of that kind should be put Oil one side because it so happened that in one county council meeting a certain gentleman managed 1 get people from one end of the county—who p' haps did not understand the question so well as the people at the other end—to vote for him. Mr H Lester Smith 1 do not think Mr Williams should introduce personalities. J deal with the case generally. Mr W Elwy Williams Perhaps you for me. Mr Lester Smith I don't want pp" Mr Elwy Williams said that ever the report of what occured at th ? Council would agree with hin* had not been fairly dealt with, met with such treatment wa should allow it to drop. P long time been in favour o at that place, and as t 1. ought to be dr.-vU. hoped that in people would lived in that p negotiations. in North Wale coast, and it wc of thousands of to take a tour round Rhuddlan in the old-fashioned way. He moved that the matter be referred back to the Main Roads Committee, to see whether it would be best to again communicate with the Den- bighshire people, or to open negotiations with the Urban District Councils of Rhyl and Abergele, who were favourable to the project, and to have a con- ference between them and the landowners. Mr R Llewelyn Jones suggested that the Clerk should be asked at once to call a meeting of all the parties invited to the last conference except the representatives of the Denbighshire County Council —it was useless wasting time by calling them at present—to appoint a competent engineer and to obtain a report as to the cost of a new bridge, so that they might see how far the authorities were prepared to go. If the proposal was well received by the other councils and the landowners concerned he did not think that they would have much diffi- culty in getting the thing through, even without the aid of Denbighshire County Council. Dr Easterby seconded Mr Elwy Williams' pro- I position, He thought that in a short time Den- bighshire would come in with them. Mr Elwy Williams amended his proposal, so as j to refer the matter to the Parliamentary Committee J to act upon Mr Llewelyn Jones' suggestion. The motion was carried by a large majority. to act upon Mr Llewelyn Jones' suggestion. The motion was carried by a large majority.

GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP. The seventh annual meeting of the Welsh Golfing Union opened on Monday at the Aberdovey links, and was continued throughout the week. There was a capital attendance of players, and the entry, although not up to the figures of Penarth and Porthcawl, was considered fairly satisfactory. The weather was favourable, and the course was in excellent condition. The open- ing event of the meeting was the first round of the team championship competition. Five teams entered, and Ashburnham, Glamorganshire, and Porthcawl drew byes, leaving only Aberdovey (the present holders) and Rhyl to play for the day. The round resulted in a win for Aberdovey by 39 points to nil. The scores were :— ABERDOVEY. RHYL. C A Palmer 0 T D Cummings 0 Major Green 4 J Wil(l._ 0 C V Brooke 9 P Plunkett 0 C IT Allcock 8 Roberts 0 Captain Pcdley 12 J D Miller 0 D L Howell 6 W Evans 0 I 39 0 1

RHUDDLAN PARISH COUNCIL. The ordinary monthly meeting of the above Council was held on Monday evening in the Boys' Schools, under the presidency of Mr William Jones (Chairman). The other members present were Messrs R C Enyon, J.P., W Conwy Bell, Jas Maxwell, John RobertsrJohn Jones, and the Clerk (Mr Jas Kilner). The minutes of the last meeting were read by the Clerk, and confirmpd. Supply of Water to Pont Robin. With reference to the supply of water to the cottages at Pont Robin, Mr W Conwy Bell said that the matter had been taken in hand by the St Asaph Rural District Council, and the landlord had been communicated with on ihe subject. That gentleman had informed the District Council that he would attend to the wants ot the neighbourhood in that respect as soon as the harvest was over. Mr John Jones proposed, and Mr James Maxwell seconded, that the attention of the District Council be called to the serious delay in carrying out the necessary improvement with regard to an adequate supply of water to the houses at Pont Robin, after so many promises having been made to remedy the deficiency. Mr James Maxwell inquired where the inhabi- tants obtained their present supply from. Mr John Roberts said that they were obliged to carry it all the way from Tai Cochion. The resolution was carried unanimously. Coetia Postol Road. This old sore was again opened at the Council meeting in the form of a communication from Mr Grimsley, Clerk to the District Council, which contained the information that his Council acquiesced in the desire of the Parish Council, as far as supplying the material was concerned, providing the Parish Council would see to the cartage and labour necessary for placing the road in proper condition, under the supen-ision "f Surveyor of the District Council. Mr John Roberts said he would likf on the point as to whether any incurred by the parish in_r had heard it stat' outside distr' expense 1* benefit r Mr or ro Classes, and I am requested to ask your Parish Council to take into consideration the best means of increasing the cottage accommodation in your parish, and to abk you to send delegates to confer with this Council upon the matter. Please sub- mit this letter to the next meeting of your Parish Council, and let me hear from you in reply." Mr W Conwy Bell suggested to the Council that no doubt this question was brought before the District Council through the affairs of a family at Llanfairtalhaiarn being brought before them, where the husband alleged that there was no house available for him and his family in the neighbour- hood. But the case had been investigated by them, and although the facts to a certain extent were correct, there were other circumstances in the case which were rather unfavourable. Several members took part in the discussion on the letter, and the general opinion was that it did not concern Rhuddlan, asjthere was no scarcity of workmen's dwellings. Another subject mentioned at the Council meeting was the advisability of having a general holiday on the day set forth for the Harvest Thanksgiving services. Some members were unable to see why one day should be observed by the church, and another by the Nonconformists, as it caused some men to be deprived of two days' work. Other members again observed that although they were Nonconformists, still they were in the habit of attending Church services on that day, and no doubt Churchmen desired to attend Non- conformist places of worship oa their day, whereas if only one day was set apart that arrangement could not be carried out. Seeing that the different days had been decided upon this year, the Council decided to defer the matter, and see if some better arrangement could be made for the future.

RHYL FOOTBALL NOTES. The advent of September awakens the football enthusiast to a sense of pleasant anticipations. Locally, matters are assuming definite shape, and there is every indication of a successful season. Rhyl:are again members of the Football Com- bination, which now comprises Bangor, Birkenhead, Burslem Port Vale, Chester, Chirk, Nantwich, Newton-le-Willows, Oswestry, Rhyl, Tranmere Rovers, Wellington, Witton Albion, and White Star Wanderers. They arc also members of the North Wales Coast League, which consists to date, of Bangor, Carnarvon, Holyhead, Llanrwst, and Rhyl. To-morrow (Saturday) another practice game will be played between selected sides, starting at three o'clock. Last Saturday most of the players registered turned out. and, in spite of the hot y eather they showed plenty of vigour and skill, in fact the committee ought to be able to select a really good team from the players, and one which should be able to hold its own against all comers. Several new players were tried, and with practice should make useful additions. The team have entered for the Welsh Senior and Junior Cups, the Coast Senior and Junior Cups, and the Denbighshire and Flintshire Charity Cups. At the annual meeting, Messrs S Jones, D Lewis, F Nelson, C Hubbard, G Norris, and F Tomlinson were voted the elective portion of the club com- mittee. In addition the directors form the management committee. The committee are adopting the most stringent methods to economise on last season's expenditure and to wipe off the heavy adverse balance still outstanding. The benefit concert recently given by Mr E H Williams realised a net profit of £17. The committee in charge of the" draw" are working strenuously to realise a substantial surplus. The outlook—financially—is distinctly encouraging. Several of last year's players will be missed this season. Sammy Brookes has gone to Blackpool Delaney and Charlie Spencer are playing for Chester while Brett again figures in the West Bromwich Albion team. The Rhyl team this season includes Robinson, last year's goalkeeper, who gave general satis- faction. Harry Jones and Astbury have also been signed on again, and Vernon Jones and Isaac Williams are available, as also are Tasker and Bex, two new promising half-backs. Lowrie and White are desirous of playing for Rhyl regularly, and with Jenkins, centre, and Matthews and Parry, a en quintette of forwards, to be relies iir "n-virp. nrp. at the club's disp' J

RHYL PETTY SESSIONS. 1 TUESDA Y.Before Dr Girdlestone (in the chair), Messrs M A Ralli, J H Ellis, and S K Muspratt. Transfer of Licence. Mr F J Gamlin applied for a grant of the licence of the Windsor Vaults to Mr Frederick Faindon.—The Superintendent said the man had kept the house for a fortnight and had conducted it properly. His references were satisfactory.— The application was granted. The Evils of Drink. Isaac Jones, 175 Vale road, labourer, was sum- moned for being drunk and disorderly, on August 23rd.—He pleaded guilty—P.C. Tromans Faid he saw defendant on the Vale road bridge at 10-15 at night. He was using foul language. Witness told him to go home, but he refused to do so. Wit- ness afterwards saw the man again, and he was then quarrelling with a lad whom he hit in the face severely with his fist. The Inspector said defendant was a very troublesome man, he had been convicted no less than 15 times, and was found drunk as late as last Saturday night. Fined £1 and costs 7s 6d, or in default one month's imprisonment.—Defendant I'll do the month. Robert Jones, labourer, of Victoria road, was summoned tor being drunk and disorderly on August 31st. P.C. Tromans said he saw defen- dant in Mill Bank at 11-30 at night. He had been fighting and was very excited. Defendant refused to go home when asked and used bad language to witness.— Defendant denied using bad language and said he was going home alright vith his mother" hcn the constable came up. Previous convictions were proved and he was fined 5s and costs or 14 davs hard labour. Peter Edwards, labourer, Vaughan street, was summoned for a similar offence on September 4th. -He pleaded guilty.-P.C. Hughes said that on Wednesday last he was called to the White Lion. Defendant was drunk and would not go out, and he (witness) had to put him into the street by force. As he was disorderly in the street he had to lock him up.—Defendant admitted being drunk, but said he was not disorderly. The Inspector said he was a bad character and had 9 previous convictions against him. Fined £1 and costs or 28 days. Cabmen at Loggerheads. John Davies, cab driver, was charged by Thomas Norman, another driver, with an assault on August 31.-Norinan said he was driving a party to the station, and when he had taken the luggage defendant came up to him and asked him who gave him the order to take those visitors to the station. Witness replied that the manager at the Hydro gave him instructions. Davies then struck him violently in the face, which was cut so badly that witness had to go to the chemist to have it seen to.—Davies denied striking Norman, and said he only pushed him. He asked Norman to do a job for him in the morning, but he refused, and that was what caused the row.—Norman said he did not wish to press the case.—Fined 2s 6d and costs. Cruelty to an Ass. John Jones, fish hawker, of Vale Road, was charged with working an ass in an unfit state on September 3. He pleaded not guilty.—Inspector Print, of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, said he met defendant driving an ass in Vale Road. Witness noticed that the animal was lame, and he stopped defendant and examined it. The ass had a very bad hoof on the off fore leg, the wall of the foot being broken, through want of shoeing. There was a hole in the hoof, through which a pencil could be pushed. The man said the animal had gone lame since he brought it out in the morning, P.C. Tale corro- borated, and said it would be very painful to the animal to work in that state.—A previous con- viction for cruelty to an ass in 1885 was proved, and defendant was fined Is and costs. A Policeman's Advice. Evan Pendleton, carriage driver, of Kinmel St., pleaded not euilty to a charge of being drunk and disorderly on August 31st.-P.C. Hughes said he heard a row in High Street, just before 12 o'clock at night. On going up he found defendant very drunk, and making use of bad language. Witness advised him to go home, but he refused at first. He was very drunk. If he had taken his (witness's) advice he would have been a better man to-day (laughter).—Defendant denied that the officer ad- vised him to go home.—Fined 7s 6d and costs. Loving Neighbours! Emily Williams, married woman, of Victoria Rd, was summoned by Ellen Campbell, single woman, also of Victoria Road, for a common assault on August 27.—Mrs Williams issued a cross-summons against Miss Campbell for an assault.—Miss Campbell said she was cleaning her door-step when defendant came and accused her of stealing a bridle. Witness denied the accusation, and went in, Mrs Williams followed her, struck her down, thumped her, kicked her, and used bad language. Witness had been in bed for a week, attended by a doctor, from whom she produced a certificate. Witness was delicate, and had been very bad since defendant kicked her in the stomach.—Bertha Hewitt said she saw Miss Campbell on the floor, and saw Ms Williams burst the door in.-John Hughes and Thomas Bailey also supported, the latter stating that he found Miss Campbell on the floor in an unconscious condition. He had to give her brandy and water to bring her round again. He heard Mrs Williams say that she nearly killed Miss Campbell, and would split her head open." Mrs Williams: You are a bad, wicked man. May the Lord forgive you for telling such lies. Mr Bailey And may he forgive you. Mrs Williams You know they are robbing the parish by taking parish money ? How about the the three donkeys you keep ? The cross-summons was then gone into. Mrs Williams stated that Miss Campbell threw a bucket full of water over her. She merely pushed her back. Miss Campbell accused her of not being a married woman Miss Campbell was drunk. Mrs Kate Jones also said Miss Campbell was drunk. Witness heard a noise, and on going out saw Miss Campbell with a bucket of water in her hand. Miss Campbell denied these statements. Miss Williams was fined 5s and costs, and the cross-summons against Miss Campbell was dis- missed. Mrs Williams I'll do two years for her yet, it I am a married woman Football on the Promenade.—A Caution. Robert Jones, Vale Road Edward Lloyd (17), Hugh Jones (19), William Lloyd (15), and John Hughes (14), ot Victoria Road, Rhyl, were all summoned for playing football on the Promenade on September 3rd. The defendants are donkey attendants, -The case was taken up at the instance of the Rhyl Urban District Council, for whom Mr A Rowlands (Clerk) appeared, and said the defen- dants and others had been frequently warned as to playing on the promenade. They had taken no notice of warnings, and the Council wished to put a stop to the practice. The Magistrates would see by the boys' appearances that they did not add to the respectability of the promenade, as they were dirty and untidy looking. He (witness) had often tried to persuade the boys to go home and get their faces washed. It was not nice for visitors to entrust their children to the care of such a dirty gang. They were a disgrace to the place, and the games they indulged in, were a nuisance to everybody who passed by their stand. Hugh Jones did not appear. All pleaded guilty, excepting Robert Jones (a grown-up young man) who denied that he was playing football. He was sitting on the wall, watching the boys playing. P.C's Hughes and Tromans said they saw Robert Jones playing with the others. He was acting as goalkeeper, the boys had been cautioned several times previously. Robert Jones denied playing, and called the two Moyds and Hughes to prove his assertion. The •d that the ball was kicked towards it back. lItd been sum-

RHYL DISTRICT. NOTICE TO SMOKERS.—Geo. Brookes' establishmen Club Building, Market Street, is the cheapest and bes house in town or obaccos. Post orders attended to with promptness. For Home-made Bread' and Confectionery, you can't do better than call at JONES BROS', Liverpoo House, Prestatyn. SPECIAL PURCHASE of Household Drapery, Table and other Linen., Lace Curtains, Sideboard Covers, Towe's, Towellings, etc., and are now being offered at tempting low prices at Hubbards, The Cash Drapers, Commerce House, 24 and 25 Wellington road, Rhyl. -JONES BROS, Prestatyn, still ead with their 4 Challenge Blend Tea," and are unsurpassed with their Bread and Cakes. STILL LE kDING.R. Lloyd, Bodfor Street, begs to call attention to his SIMNEL and EASTER CAKES. Made on the premises, and of excellent quality. Orders now taken. Denbighshire and Flintshire Show held at Mold.— 1st, 2nd, and two Highly Commended Dairies of Cheshire Cheese were bought hy Roosm & Co., S.P.Q.R. Stores and are on Sale at Ordinary Prices. GRAND SHOW of New Goods in all Department ncluding special purchase of Dress Materials bought a advantageous prices, and will be found worth you earnest attention.—Hubbard, The Cash Drapers, 24 and 25 Wellington Road, Rhyl. COOL Refrigerating Rooms for Meat are most valuable during hot weathe-. They are in use at Lawrence's butcher, 13 High Street, Rhyl. Denbighshire and Flintshire Show held at Mold.— 1st Prize Honey bought by ROOSE & Co., S.P.Q.R. Stores. Royal National Lifeboat Institution. The Committee of the above thankfully acknow- ledge the receipt of the following sum, collected on the sands at Rhyl :—Master & Miss Kirtland, Queen Street, 2s 6d. Musical Success. The following certificates have been gained by pupils at Fairholme, Fairfield Avenue:- Trinity College of Music, Senior Section, Miss F P Roberts London College of Music, Senior Section, Miss E Morris (first class); Intermediate Section, Miss Lead (honors), Miss H Barrow (first class). Property Sales. M r Geary offered for sale at the Royal Hotel, on Tuesday afternoon, before a fair attendance, two houses known as 44 Montrose" and" West Dene," situated in Butterton Road. Bidding started at 9800, rising to EI,100, at which figure the property was withdrawn. Messrs Ga.nlin and Williams were the solicitors concerned.—As will be seen in our advertising columns, an :impor.tant sale of property will be conducted by Mr Wallis at the Alexandra Hotel on Thursday next, and the attention of speculators is earnestly called to this sale, as the houses are well-known, well-built, and commodious. "In Darkest London." This is the title of a stirring melodrama produced for the first time at the Pavilion Theatre last night. Of late a long series of comedy has been staged, and although these have been a,ppre- ciated, a welcomed change is now made through the efforts of the popular manager. In Darkest London" was produced in the spring at the Duchess Theatre, Balham, and has since toured the big provincial towns with success. After so much comedy and frivolity, a serious play, such as that produced last night, with its very emotional situations, should be well patronised to-night and to-morrow night (Saturday) The proprietor of the company is at the Front, but his business is well managed by Mr Henry Allison, a gentleman who twenty-five years ago was playing at Drury Lane and other London theatres. Pic-nic. On Saturday last the employees at the" Rhyl Journal" Works had their annual outing. The weather was all that could be desired, and a most enjoyable day was spent in Liverpool and neigh- bourhood, Hospital Sale of Work. We wish to remind our readers that the annual sale of work will take place in the Westminster block of the Alexandra Hospital on Friday, the 20th instant. The small charge of 6d will be made for admission up to 5 p.m., after that hour 3L Gifts of clothing, &c., for the sale will be gratefully received by the Lady Superintendent. The In- habitants of Rhyl know well what splendid work is carried on at this institution, and there should be no hesitation in responding to the appeal. Possibly, also, many visitors who are deriving benefit fro"1 our health-giving breezes may be glad to assist the work, and help their less fortunate brethren, who cannot derive the same benefit without aid. Bethel Sunday School. The members of the above school went to Prestatyn last Thursday, the 5th inst., for their annual treat, the weather being all that could be desired. A large number left Rhyl by the 12-25 train, in special carriages provided for the par^ by the L. and N. W. Ry. Co. They marched through the town, and ascended the hills, whence some—after getting half way and sitting down to rest and enjoy the lovely scenery—returned to the sands, where the minstrel troupe gave their enter- tainment. Others, more bold, reached the summit' and, after enjoying the magnificent view of sea and Vale of Clwyd, descended upon Nant Telegraph Station,where they were kindly received by the genial caretaker, and—after a very interesting and instructive discourse, and a through their powerful telescopes, where the visitors walking up and down the Rhyl Pier could be distinctly seen,—returned to Prestatyn- There a sumptuous tea awaited them, provided by Mr Griffiths, Post Office Buildings, and after kheVj exhilarating walk and mountain breeze, they aI did justice to the good things before them. AfteJ tea, all adjourned to a field, lent by kioCt permission of Mr Lloyd Ellis, where various gan»eS were indulged in. Presents and sweets were dis" tributed among the children, which were giv"" according to his accustomed generosity, by Air John Jones, 6 Albert Street. The party returned by the 7-27 p.m., train, after spending a muS enjoyable day. Winter Train Service. A petition has been sent to the Railway (j?1I1 pany asking them to run an additional evening train between Llandudno and Rhyl in the winter months. During the nine months from October Is to June 30th a train was run at 6-20 p.m. froto Llandudno to Llandudno Junction, to connect with the down train to Bangor. The Company are asked to run the branch train from the Junction to Rhyl, calling at all stations, and to let it retr: to Llandudno from Rhyl at 8-15 p.m., and so plC^ up the traffic from the Denbigh line, and in th» way fill up the two worst gaps in the service of t*1 day. A New Magazine. { We have received preliminary particulars The Playgoer," a new monthly magazine, whi° is to be. published in London for the first time October 15. That it will be appreciated an supported by the many thousands who Pa^roD,50 our theatres and entertainments, there is not tn slightest doubt, for its pages will be devote^ entirely to breezy articles upon current am^se ments, new plays, the theatres of Great Brita1^ and many other features, which are sure to delig both players and playgoers. An interesting feature of the magazine to Rhyl people and' thousands of visitors during the summer mon4^ will be the bright, novel articles, nicely j0 trated, dealing with concert parties, seas' minstrels, aad other beach entertainments at o« seaside resorts. Church Army.1 The local sec. for the above (Mrs Pickersg' j Fernhurst) gratefully acknowledges the sum °r £ 1 3s 6d, whbh she has forwarded to the Carlile, collected by Dollie, Leslie, and VVd11 Pickersgill, R Munden, and S E Jones. The Promenade Band. At the meeting of the Rhyl Urban Council '•>nday application was made by the conductor -nade Band to be allowed to play in the he winter. The application is to nO '<e Committee, and we have niss;on will be granted. ftue •r how the dull monotony of is enlivened by the strains r musicians. We are in^or?18t ua Young, the popular voca cjj nenade concerts given ea. 0 eek.—The bandmen wu1 r, 5 Benefit. ntertainers 18 enthusiasts w listen to tn lust indeed n iu perforniers- ,eC°"V: nas not b iven, for Sat with it *oul° „ far **S Ia\ '■yr JVlr iany in