The North Wales Weekly News

BLAENAU FESTIMOG. ILLNESS.—We regret that Mr Robert Jones, (Caedu), Gwylfa, has been confined to his bed during the week.—Mr John Jones, Llechwedd House, sub-manager at theOakeley Slate Quarry, who underwent a severe operation at the Oakeley Hospital on Monday, is reported to be doing well. We wish them both a speedy recovery. SUDDEN DEATH.—We regret to announce that Mrs Jones, Tyddyn Gwyn-terrace, was found dead in bed on Monday. Much sympathy is ex- pressed with her daughter, Miss Jones, Head-mis- tress at Manod Infant's School, and all the family in their bereavement. OBITUARY.—The death is announced of Mr Owen Parry, Maesygraian, Tanygrisiau, after a long and painful illness, which sad event took place on Sunday. Mr Parry was a well-known and highly respected resident, and was a deacon at Bethe.! C.M. Chapel. The interment will take place on Friday, at Bethesda Cemetery. PERSONAL.—We are informed that P.C. Price, Festiniog, will retire on a pension at the begin- ning of next month.—The Rev. John Owen, M.A., Bowydd, delivered a powerful address on Social- ism" at a meeting held under the auspices of the Liberal Club, on Thursday evening last. THE OAKELEY BANI).-The above visited Bethania on Tuesday evening, and were cordially welcomed, substantial subscriptions being received. TEMPERANCE.—The weekly meeting was held at Jerusalem Schoolroom, on Saturday evening, under the auspices of the Ebenezer Band of Hope. Mr Thomas Williams presided, and an address was delivered by the Rev. Peter Jones-Roberts (minister). ZIO. LITERARY SOCIETY.On Tuesday evening, an address on Christianity in Wales" was delivered by the Rev. John Hughes, Jerusalem. -On Thursday, at the same place, a competitive meeting was held in connection with the Band of Hope, presided over by Mr S. S. Jones. The musical adjudicator was Mr R. M. Jones, Bethania. ST. JOHN'S AMBULANCE.—At an examina- tion conducted by Dr. Jones, Penrhyn, on Dec. 8th, in connection with the G. W. R. Branch of the above, the following were successful:—G. W. R.: J. R. Davies, J. D. Lloyd, H. Jones, T. A. Evans, W. H. Joseph, 0. D. Stephens, J. James, I. W. Owen, J. Jones. L. & N. W. R. R. H. Roberts, J. R. Hughes, T. Jones, R. Hughes, D. Jones, R. G. Kichards. Others who passed were R. Owens, F. Crook. R. Crook, F. S. Bucknall, W. R. Jenkins, W. M. Owen, G. Griffiths, O. Owens.

DOLWYDDELEN. YSGOL Y C YFYNG.-Cynhaliwyd cyfarfod cyhoeddus ddydd Gwener, i'r ainctn o wobrwyo y plant dros y Pwyllgor Addysg, ac yr oedd pedwar ,r rhe'<lwvr vn bresenol, y Parch O. J. Griffith, a'r Mri Ellis Pierce, D. Roberts a E. Hughes. Lly- wyddwyd gan Mr. Ellis Pierce, a chaed anerchiadau rhagorol ganddo ef a Mr Griffith, anwyd amryw weithiau yn swynol gan v (plant, dan arweiniad Mr. Lloyd. Adrodd- wyd gan Morris Ü. a John Id wal Roberts, uuawd gan Nellie Owen, a deuawdau gan Lizzie lac Annie Roberts, a Nellie a Gracie Owen. Cyf- iwynwyd y gwobrau gan Mr Griffith. Am bres- enoldeb llawn am bum mlynedd, Lizzie Roberts a \ellie. Owen, oriawr bob un. Am dair blynedd, Mair Hughes, Annie Jones-Hughes, Gwenny Owe-i Johnnv Jones, medal bob un. Gyflwynwyd dros 20 o lyfrau heirdd hefyd, fel ag yr oedd yr oil bron yn cael gwobr. Gwnaed sylw hefyd o'r darian a enillwyd gan yr ysgol am y presenoldeb uchaf yn nosbarth Geirionydd. Wyth mlynedd yn ol y sef- ydlwyd yr ysgol hon, ac y mae ei gyrfa wedi bod yn llwyddiant ymhob ystyr, ac enilla y grants uchaf yn bosibl. Adlewyrcha hyn glod uchel i'r athraw a'r rhieni ac i'r plant, a hynny dan anfan- teision, gan fod y ffyrdd a'r llwybrau a'r pontydd yn cael rhy ychydig o sylw gan y rhai y perthyn iddynt. A LIBERAL MEETING.-Mr. William Jones M.P., addressed a public meeting at the Assembly Room, on Monday evening, the chair being occu- pied by the veteran Ellis o'r Nant.

GLAN CONWAY. VISIT OF SIR HERBERT ROBERTS, BART.—A public meeting of Liberals will be held on Wednesday evening next at the National Schools, when Sir Ilprbert Roberts, Bart,, M.P., will address the meeting. Another good speaker will be the Rev. E. K. Jones, of Brymbo, and spooohes will also be delivered by local Liberals. The chair is to be taken at seven o'clock by Mir. John Jones, Pen 'Oros, Glan Conway. Mr. R. T. Williams, Bronhyfryd, Glan Conway, is the Secretary of the local Liberal Association. —

Llanrwst District Council. The monthly meeting of this Council was held nn Tuesday, the Rev. H. Rawson Williams pre- siding. Others present were Mr. John Davies (Vice-chairman), Messrs. pallo Roberts (Pentre- voelas), John Davies (Gwyiherin), David Owen (Llanddoget), David Jone1- (Llangernyw), Isaac Hughes ( Tre Bys), Wm. Williams ( l^ngernyw), with the Clerk and Deputy-Clerk (Messrs R. R. Owen and Thomas Hughes), and Suiv yor (Mi. Maurice Roberts). A letter was read from Mr. William Evans, the member for Yspvtty Jfan, resigning his position as Councillor owing to il!-heailh. On the motion of Mr. John Davips, Gwvtherir, seconded by Mr. D. Owen, 1 lmdi o et, ;n! sup- ported by other members, the i-esigration was accepted with regret; and a motion hv Mr. David Owen to write a letter of sympathy with Mr. Evans was passed. A letter from the Saffron Walden District Coun- cil was read, in which they asked for the support of this Council regarding motor iraffir, motor licenses, and the licence holder, taxing motors on a sliding scale, not according to the weight of the car but according to the horse-power of its machinery. After a short discussion, it was resolved to sup- port that Council. The Chairman was deputed to attend a confer- ence re Taxation of Land Values to be held at Wrexham next month. It was reported that Colonel Higson had com- plied witli die wishes of the Council, and placed a stile on the Fron Llanddoget footpatk.

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-o- CONWAY. I A GOOD PLACE FOR BOOTS.—For the best and cheapest of all classes of boots and shoes, go to Joseph Jones, Compton House, I Castle-street, Conway. Best shop for repairs. Agent for K Boots and other best Brands. J. EDWARDS, 27, Castle-street, flour and general corn merchant. Quality, weight, &c., guaranteed. At most reasonable prices. 71 GEORGE'S ARTIFICIAL TEETH.—Mr. A. George visits the Aberconway Temperance Hotel, Conway, every Tuesday from 2 to 5. All in- formation free. 169 MOCK ELECTION.—A very interesting and pleasant evenung was spent in the Liberal Club- room on Thursday, when a mock' election took place. Councillor J. E. Conway-Jones made a very effective presiding otfroar, and he is to be congratulated upon the maimer in which he severely rebuked a suffragette who had made her way into the meeting, and was demanding the usual votes for women. The candidates were Mr. Elias Joneis (Liberal), Mr. J. P. Griffiitihs (iCoffisenvative), and Mr. T. J. Parry (Labomr), amd their respective agents, Mr. Owen Jones, Mr. R. iC. Roberts, and Mtr. T. Idwal Hughes. Z, Slaslhing addresses were delivered by each of the candidates, supported by Councillor A. J. Oildman (Conservative), Councillor Robert Jones (Labour), and Mir. J. H. Thomas (Liberal). Niiimeirous questions wiare- asked the candidates, and favourable replies wene received from each. The voting was by ballot, the polling clerk being Mir; R. T. Hughes, and when the box was opened and the votes counted it was found that the Liberal candidate was. returned at the head of the poll with 24 votes., the Labour candidate conning next with 23 votes, and the Conservative only managed to capture 13 of the electorate, there being ODJly one spoiled vote for the Labour. The interrogations throughout the meeting by the suffragette caused considerable merriment amongst the members. At the conclusion a cordial vote of thanks was given the presiding officer. It is to be hoped that the wish of the Chairman to have many more meetings of that nature in the club will be seriously taken up by the Literary Committee.. £ FOREIGN COMPETITION."—At the Con- way County Court, on Thursday, a traveU-irug draper obtained judgment from the Registrar (Mr. R. S. Chamberlain) against a workman. He applied for travelling expenses, but the RegiSltrar abated he could not allow them, as the applicant came down to sell his goods, and he musrt do likewise to collect his money. He must remember that there were tradesmen ;il1 the town who would sell the goods without charging travelling expenses. NORTH WALES WOMEN'S TiEM.PERA.NCE ASSOCIATION.—A united meeting will be held I at Carmel (C.iM.) Schoolroom on Thursday next, February 4th, at 7 p.m., when Ap Glaslyn and others will address the meeting. 287 CORPORATION FIRE BRIGADE.—Orders for week ending February 8th: Station duty, Firemen Robert Jones and Rowland Jones; offi- cer on duty, Captain E. Loyd Jones. Monthly wet drill, Saturday, February 6tih.—F. A. DELAMOTTE (Chief Officer). A LECTURE ON LLEYN PENINSULA.— Last week, M't. George Porter, of Sunderland, who is a brother to Mr. James Porter, Berth- Iwyd, delivered a most interesting illustrated lecture to the Newcastle Cymmrodorion Society at the Armstrong College.. The subject was The Lleyn Peninsula and Bardsey Island," and it was illustrated by some very fine lantern slides mide from original photographs taken bv lVk Porter whilst on a visit to North Wales a. short time ago. There was a large and appreci- ative audience, presided over by Sir Isambard Owen. The lectin;er showed Lleyn to be a picturesque and railway-less tract of agricultur- al Wales, and produced some splendid views of the scenery, with its peculiar isolated moun- tains. The antiquarian remains, he stated, were not massive, but were very numerous. He referred to the tournament at Nevin in 1282, and also to the disorderly squires of Tudor times, as well as the feud between John Owen ap John ap Meredith and Howel ap Miadoc Vychan. He gave an excellent history of Aber. daron, which is described as the remotest village in Wales, and also of the astounding genius of Dic Aberdaron, who without the help of educa- tion became conversant with 35 languages. The lecturer gave an interesting account of the voy- age to Bardsey Island, of the insland itself and its inhabitants, as well as the unambitious king. Mr. Porter at the close was heartily thanked for the excellent lecture. DEATH OF MR EMLYN JONES.—It is with sincere feelings of regret that we have this week to record the death, in the prime of life, of one of Conway's boys, in the person of Mr. Emlyn Jones, brother of Mrs. W. G. Williams, Meddiant, and Mr. Cynwal Jones, Lark Hill. Mir. Jones, who was in his 47th year, was taken ill last Sunday wk, being attacked with a severe cold, which developed into peritonitis, from which he succumbed on Sunday afternoon last. He was a native of Conway, and served his apprenticeship with Messrs. P. & II. Lewis, in the timber trade;, and after remaining with theon some years, he was appointed manager of the timbex business of Messrs. E. Owen & Sons, Portmadoc, which post he filled with consider- able success for a period of 23 years. In his early days he wa<s a very active youmg man in 'Conway, and took a great deal of interest in the mm sic al, literary, and Eisteddfodic wiorld. He was a very successful prize essayist at the chief Eásteddfodau in North Wales. In the Calvinis- tioe Methodist Connexions! Scripture examina- tion, he was sevenal times first in the adult class in the Vale of Conway, and in the Lleyn and Erifionydd dli-strirt., which includes South Car- narvonshire, he was also quite as successful some years ago,, and he was firoxime accessit for the bronze medal awarded by the Methodist Connexion in the Scripture examination for the whole of Wales, and in these Scriptural exam- inations he was both safonwr and examiner for the Portmadoc district. He was an expert theologian, and soon after his arrival in Port- madoc he was appointed precentor of the Garth C 1. Chapel, where he also did faithful, duty as the organist. Early last year he was elected a deacon of the church. He had become very (popular in the Ptartmadoe ddsftrict, and -was looked upon by everybody as being of great as- sistance IQ social, political, and religions circles. •H'is services were much sought after as adjudicator in literary and musical competitions. In fact, he was remark- able for his intense applications to work, and the great personality of his accomplishments. To mourn his loss he leaves- a widow and one daughter, and the following brothers and sis- ters:—Mr. Cynwal Jones and Mrs. W. G. Wil- liams, Conway; Mrs. Hugh Griffiths, Llan- gynbafal; Mrs. Watts, Manchester and MIL Evan Jones, London. The funeral, which was of a private character, took place yesterday (Wednesday) in the Portmadoc Cemetery, when the Rev. W. T. Ellis, B.A., B.D., officiated. Votes of sympathy with the widow and daughter and other rel.atioms were passed in most of the Nonconformis-t places of worship in Portmadoc on Sunday last. SKATING.—After the recent frost a large number of the inhabitants have availed them- selves of skating on the numerous ponds in the neighbourhood ■ RAILWAY MISHAP.—On Friday, the 11.28 a.m. train to Holyhead was delayed for some time at Conway Station, owing to a wagon be- coming derailed at Penmaanbach. It appears that the brakesman of a goods train was shunt- ing the waggons on to the main line about 11 a.m., when one of them jumped the points and blocked up the main line. Breakdown gangs were soon on the spot, and it was not long be- fore they got the line clear for the passenger traffic. SUCCESSFUL FANCIER.—Mr. Hinton, of the Electrical and Signal Department of the L. & N. W. Railway Company, has been very successful during the last few months with his Campine poultry. His successes include a 2nd and vhc at Conway; 2nd, 4th, and vhc at Mal- pas ist and special at Chester; 1st and special at Knighton; 3rd and vhc at Prestatyn; 1st, 3rd, and reserve at Hayward's Heath reserve at Caterham 3rd and commended at Manches- ter vhc and he at Kendal; 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and vhc at the Crystal Palace; rat and 3rd at Car- marthen; 2nd and 3rd at Llandilo; and 3rd at Tredegar. Mr. Hinton also purchased the 1st and special prize winner in the class at Kendal. FOOTBALL.—For the next three Saturdays the Conway football team have home fixtures. After their excellent success at Pwllheli on Saturday Last, the committee have decided upon the same team doing duty on the Morfa on Saturday next against Llanrwst. They are: — Goal, Llew Parry backs, Bob Owen and Tcmn Jones; half-backs, Thompson, Johnson, and Arthur Owen; forwards, T. Craven, T. Atber- too., G. Breese, Sam Parry, and Will Stone. It is expected that a good game will be wit- nessed. VISIT OF MRS. LLOYD GEORGE.—On Friday afternoon Mrs. Lloya George, the wrt", of the Chancellor of the Exchequer, who is the memfber of Parliament for this constituency, paid a visit to the towin for the purpose of in- augurating a branch of the Women's Liberal Federation. Mrs. George was accompanied by Mrs. McLaren Ramsay, Secretary of the Women's National Federation Mrs. Nathaniel Roberts, and Mrs. Phillip Davies. There was a good attendance of ladies at the meeting, lieiu in Carmel C.M. schoolroom and presided over by the Mayoress (Mrs. M. J. Morgan). In the course of a short but interesting address, Mrs. Lloyd George said she was very pleased to be able to come to Conway to help them in forming a new branch of the Federation.. She was glad to find that the Liberal ladies of that ancient borough had taken the matter up so enthusiastically. She hoped that this movement on their part would be the means of doing a great deal of good in fostering among the women Liberal principles. Mrs. Ramsay and Mrs. Nathaniel Roberts also spoke. On the proposi- tion of Mrs. William Edwards, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mrs. Lloyd George and her friends for their presence. The proposition was ably seconded by Mrs. Edward Jones. After the meeting the Mayoress entertained Mrs Lloyd George and a number of her friends to tea, pre- vious to their departure for Bangor en route for Griccieth. The following officials were eSp. pointed —President, the Mayoress (Mrs. M. J. Morgan) Vice-President, Mrs. T. C. Lewis, Sycamores Secretary, Mrs. Henry Lewis As- sistant Secretary, Miss Jennie Edwards, Bod- erw; Treasurer, Mrs. William Edwards. OOFFDE SUPPER.-The annual coffee sup- per and entertainment in connection with the W", leyaiis was held in the Town Hall last nigiu (Wednesday) and Wia huge success, there beint, between 400 and 500 people present. Eight large tables had been beautifully laid out with choice delicacies, and these were presided over by Mrs. Philip Price, Mrs. Joseph Jones, Miss D. W. Jones, Mrs. Hughes, Plas Cbch; Mrs. E. P. Hughes, Mrs. Alsupp, Mrs. Shem Jones, Mrs. Owen Williams, M.rs. Robert Evans, Mrs. Rowlands, Miss M. Evans, Miss Elunice Hughes, Miss M. E Edwards, Miss Harriet Evans, Mrs. Hughes (Coed Celyn), and Mrs. Hughes (Glan- ystwyth)'. The arrangements for the supper were in. the capable hands of Mrs. Owen Jones 'and Mrs. J. T. Jones, who worked hard for its success. Afterwards an entertainment was held presided over by His Worship the Major (Dr. M. J. Morgan), ani Councillor J. E. Conway- Jiones was the conductor. Mdas Nesta Price opened the programme with pianoforte solo, followed by a song by Mr. R. E. Jones, Colwyn Bay. A male voice party un<4er the leadership of "Mr. John Jones gave a part-song, and Mr. Siortkin delighted the audience with a violin solo. Songs were also capably rendered by Miss Eunice Hughes and Miss Kitty Jones, and a violin duett by Misses Gwla., (8 Jones and Ms-. Simkin. Master R. H. Jones, Berry-street, also gave a recitation. The song by Miss Eunice Hrfjihes with violin accompaniment was very

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pleasingly rendeaed. Miss Edith Jones and Mr. W. R. Jones, A.R.C.M., were the accompanists. At the close a cordial vote of thanks was given those who had taken part, on the proposition of Mi. Griffith Lewis, who was Chairman of the Entertainment Committee. A zig-zag competi- tion for boys provided considerable amusement. SMOKING CONCERT.—A very enjoyable evening was spent :n the Constitutional Club la-,t evening (Wednesday), when one of a series of smoking concerts was held. Mr. James Stott, Oakwood Park Hotel, presided over a good at- tendance. The programme was opened with a pianoforte duet by the Chairman and Mr. bridge Roberts. Songs were rendered by Mr. T. R. Hughes, Mr. David Williams, and Mr. W. Foulkes. A recitation was given by Mr. T. R. Hammond and violin solos and duets by Messrs. Smith and Simkin. The Conway Quad- rille Band also delighted the company with selec- tions of music. Gramaphone selections were given by Mr. Norbury. During the evening in- teresting addresses were delivered by the Chair- man and Alderman W. M. Sever. The usual votes of thanks were accorded at the close, one of which included Mr. J. P. Hughes, who had so successfully got the programme together. LAW CHANGES.—Our readers will learn with regret of the intended departure of Mr. H. E. Roberts, solicitor, from our midest, he hav- ing decided upon entering the Civil Service. During his stay of two years with the well- known firm of Messrs. Porter, Amphlett, and Jones, My. Roberts has gained widespread es- teem, and especially with the farming fraternity, amongst whom he was very popular. We feel certain that it is the wish of everyone that he may be as successful in his tew, sphere as his efforts were in this neighbourhood. Messrs. Porter, Amphlett, and Jones have secured an- other excellent young man to fill the post in the person of Mr. Tudor Artro Morris, who served two-thirds of his articles with Messrs. Matthew Jones and Rees, Liverpool. Mr. Morris comes to Conway with excellent qualifications. He passed the honours examination of November, 1908, in the third class. For having passed the best examination and attained honorary distinc- tion, he was awarded the Timpron Martin gold medal for Liverpoot candidates, and for having shown himself best acquainted with the law of real property and the practice of conveyancing, and having passed a satisfactory examination and attained honorary distinction, he was also awarded the Atkinson gold medal, confined to candidates from Liverpool and Preston. PRESENTATION.—On Saturday a very in- teresting and pleasing event took place in the Signal Department Stores yard, the occasion be- ing a presentation to Mr. Owen Davies, a car- penter in the employ of the Company, who had faithfully served the Company for the past 32 years. The presentation tooi the form of a pair of gold spectacles and a beautiful black and gold marble timepiece bearing the following in- sc,iption: Piresefnto-d to Mr. O. Davies by the Conwa-y Signal Department staff on his re- tiring after 32 years' faithful service. December 30th, 1908." These were supplied by Mrs. Jones, Greenwich House. Mr. Hinton, on behalf of the staff, made the presentation, and he referred to the good feeling which existed amongst the men of the department. He was pleased to find that their old friend was not allowed to leave without some token of the respect and esteem in which he was always held by those associated with him. He had always been a good, willing, and straightforward workman, a good comrade, and a pattern to all. They were all very sorry to part with him, but they sincerely hoped that he would be able to pass the rest of his days in comfort and happiness. In reply, Mr. Davies accorded his siicere thanks for the beautiful ?ifts, which he would cherish to the end of his days. VISIT OF A FAMOUS WALKER.—On Mon- day evening, the world's champion long distance, walker, Mark All, arrived m Conway, and stayed the night, and on Tuesday morning he left for Bangor and Holyhead en route to Ire- land. For a wager he has undertaken to walk 100,000 miles, which is equivalent to four times round the world. He commenced his walk when ï2 years of age from Fleet-street, London, and although he has by now reached the ripe age of over 80 years, he looks energetic and can boast of walking 50 miles on an average each cuiy. Up to the present, Mark All has completed 91,432 miles, and he has yet 8,568 to do. As a check upon him he has to register his name at each post office on his way. During his long journey he ha3 met with some trying experi- ences. Five times he has been lost in snow- drifts, and was once buried for seven days and alights in Switzerland. For overstepping the bounds of his passport at Tobias, Siberia, he was taken prisoner, and detained for three weeks, and in Russia he was several times at- tacked by wolves. He has been struck down twice by lightning, and discovered by the police. He has been robbed on numerous occa- sions on the Continent. He was in Conway be- fore about three years ago when on his walk, and at that time we chronicled the fact in these columns. P.S.E.-The fourth of the series of concerts under the auspices of the Conway United Tem- perance Committee was held in the Town Hall on Saturday night, when a penny was charged for admission instead of the usual collection. There was a very good attendance. The pro- gramme was taken up entirely by the Smart Set Concert Party, the artistes all of whom acquitted themselves creditably, were Miss M. Hughes soprano). Miss M. Brown (contralto), Mr. Jones, Tenorydd Tudno; Mr. R. Simkin (violinist), Mr. Syd Smyrthe (eccentric comedian), Mr. Maraus Davey (concertina soloist), Mr. Ewart Evelyn (comedian), and Mr. W. E. Housby (elocution- ist). The accompaniments were played by Miss Evelyn Smith.

TREFRIW, DRAMATIC ENTERTAINMENT.—A drama- tic and miscellaneous entertainment took place at the Public Hall on Thursday, the proceeds of which were in aid of Mir. J. B. Knights' bene- fit as stage manager of the Llanrwst and Trefriw Dramatic Society, when the farce Paddy and the Ghost was produced, following which a programme of a miscellaneous nature was gone through. The vocalists were Misses Lizzie Ellis, Hattie Parry, and Jenny Jones, Mr. Slack and Mr. David Griffiths, Llanrwst. The latter was probably the star of the evening, his con- tributions being highly enjoyable. A very in- teresting item was the cake walk by little Davia Thomas, whilst Tommy Evans as Cupid was greatly admired. Recitations were given by Lilian Hughes, Isaac Thomas, David Thomas, and Lizzie Evans, and gramaphone selections by Mr. Camplin. The accompanists were Miss Kinna and Miss Bessie Williams. WHIST DRIVE.—A whist drive was held at the Public Hall on Friday evening in aid of the Reading Room, when about 48 players put in an appearance. The prizes were won as follows Gentlemen i (silver cup to be won three times), Mr. R. Roberts, Bron Derw; 2, Mr. R. H. Jones, County School, Llanrvrst. Ladies' prize Mrs. Evans. CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOUR.—A meeting of this 'Chfrisftian Endeavour in connection with Peniel C.M. Chapel was held after the .Sunday evening service. Mr. Robert Roberts, The School presided. An able paper was read by Mr. R. Williams, Post Office, on The Lord's Supper," and a solo was rendered by Miss A. Hughes. There was a good attendance of young people. THE CHORAL SOCIETY.-The newlv- formed Choral Society met on Tuesday evening, when they rehearsed the Messiah." There were about 50 members present, and the conduc- tor, Mr. W. McGaul, was highly pleased with their efforts. The accompanist is Mrs. Jones, Tan y Coed.

LLANDUDNO. •SYMPATHY.—Much sympathy is felt for the Misses Hindle, of Abbey-road, in the death of their brother, which occurred last week in Leamington. FRESS ACCOMMODATION AT THE COUNCIL CHAMBER. The Llandudno Urban District Council is to be congratulated upon the very convenient arrangements that have been made on behalf of the Press. Pre- viously, it was difficult to hear all speakers, and the new arrangement has done away with this drawback. The Knights oi the Pen are now placed in a circle, with the Council members sitting round. "VILLAGE LIFE IN JAPAN."—The fourth of a series of special lectures, under the auspices of the St. Paul's Literary and Debating Society, was given on Monday evening, at the Church Room, Craigydon. Mr. W. E. Schiele was the lecturer, and his subject was Village Life in Japan," which proved one of the most interest- ing of the series. The views presented were beautiful, and were heartily applauded. CRAIGYDON MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCTETY.-At Friday's meeting a paper was read by Tom Ilewitt upon Nationalisation of the Land." There was a good attendance, presided over by Mr. A. J. Peacock. Speeches were made by Mr. O. Llwyfo Roberts, Mr. Gregory, and the Chairman. A social of a very successful kind was held on Monday, the mem- bers of the Society contributing musical and other items. A smoking concert was held last night (Wednesday). REHOiBOTiH LITERARY SOCIETY.—Mr. W. S. Williams presided at Monday's meeting, when Mr. Isaac Roberts read a paper upon the Welsh poet, Ceiriog," which was very inte- resting. Speeches were also made upon the subject by Mr. D. Davies and Mr. T. Griffiths, Llys Meirion. SUNDAY SCHOOLS' UNITED CHORAL FESTIVAL.—Next week Mr. John Roberts, Bryn Celyn, the conductor of the United Schools of Llandudno and Penrhynside Sunday Schools' Festival, will commence visiting the schools, and he hopes that all the local teachers will have the work: pushed forward as much as pos- sible. A DESERVING CASE.—The proceeds of the lecture given on behalf of Mr. D. J. Roberts, Bryn Derfel, who has been unable to follow his employment owing to a serious accident for many months, realised ^20 8s. 6d. Mr. R. D. Owen was the chairman of the committee; Mr. W. S. Williams, treasurer, and Mr. J. R. Evans, secretary. WOMEN'S LIBERAL ASSOCLATION.—The Women's Liberal Association of Llandudno is in a very thriving condition. This was proved at the annual meeting held on Thursday night at the Liberal Club, Mrs. James Jones Marks presiding. The Hon. Secretary, Mrs. B. C. Jones, presented a favourable report, and the accounts showed a substantial balance. Mr. William Jones, M.P., was re-appointed President, and the Hon. Secretary and Hon. Treasure r were also re-appointed. A very able address was de- livered after the business part of the meeting, by Miss 0 Connor, upon Free Trade. GWYNFRYN ON THE LAND QUESTION. —At the weekly meeting of the Joint Women's and Men's Liberal Associations of the town, held on Tuesday evening, at the Liberal Club pre- mises, a very exhaustive address upon the land question, in Wales was delivered by the Rev. D. Gwynfryn Jones. Councillor David Davies was the chairman, and the good attendance thor- oughly enjoyed the enlightening address upon this interesting topic. Mr. Jones quoted from Government records, reports of Commissions, &c., and he promised, on a future date, to speak upon the remedy for existing grievances. SATURDAY POPULAR CONCERTS.—A performance, beautifully staged, was given on Saturday evening, at the Town Hall, consisting of a children's operetta, entitled The Bundle of Sticks," under the direction of Mr. Alec. Tay- lor. The principals were Miss Hilda-Jameson, as Mabel, the hostess; Miss Doris Ward, as Miolly, the poor match girl, and Mrs. Alec Tay- lor, as Aunt Rachel. The guests were imper- sonated by Miss Doris Newberry, Miss Lily Ro- berts, Miss Esme Chandler, Master H. Forres- ter, Miss Dorothy Jones, Miss Enid Roberts, and Master Alick Dewar. Mr. Alec Taylor was -the Splendid Santa Claus. Miss Megan Griffiths presided at the piano. The play went with a fine smoothness, and was greatly enjoyed by the packed audience. Hundreds were unable to gain admission. The Rev. 11. Barrow Williams was the chairman. CONSTITUTIONAL CLUB.—The first an- nual meeting of this, flourishing club was held at the handsome headquarters, on Monday evening. There was a good attendance. Mx. R. S. Chamberlain, President, occupied the chair. The balance sheet was produced, shew. ing the receipts from all sources to be £325 HIS. 3d., and after the expenditure on the year's working there is a profit of £28 5s. 6d. The Chairman said that the club had made very satisfactory progress. The rooms had been well furnished, including two first-class billiard tables, and a sum of ^180 or thereabouts re- mained owing on that account, and the com- mittee expected that sum will be raised at the bazaar to be held. The following officers were re-elected :—President, Mr. R. S. Chamber- lain Mir. W. Ellis Jones, Treasurer; Mr. George Stones, Hon. Secretary, and Mr. H. Yates, General Secretary. The following com- prised the Committee :Dir. Davdes, Messrs. J. S. Hornsby, C. Felix, T. Flood, J. T. Hill, J. B. Jones, H. Suitcliffe, and F. J. Sarson. An event of snirprise to many took place during the evening. Mr. Williams, on behalf of the work- ing men of the club, presented Mr. R. S. Cham- berlain, the President, with a gold-mounted stick, as a small token of the esteem in which he was held by the members. The event produced much cheering, and Mr. Chamberlain was quite taken by surprise. He made a delightful little speech in reply. THE AMATEURS' F.C.—Owing to the Foot- ball Association of Wales not meeting until last night (Wednesday), we were not able to give our readers the result of their deliberations respect. ing the replayed Welsh Amateur Cup-tie with Holyhead. Some correspondence has been going on between the clubs and Association with a view of knowing which date best suits. How- ever, Holyhead are anxious to play their League match with Beaumaris on Saturday, and if they persist in this they will have to scratch to Llan- dudno, as the rules of the W.F.A. are supreme in the matter. THE TWELVE MILE RACE.—The Llandud- no Harriers held yesterday (Wednesday) after- noon a race from IJaniairfechan to Llandudno, a distance of 12 miles no )1ards. The first man home was E. Griffiths, who, with 12 minutes' start, covered the distance in the net time of one hour twenty-two minutes forty-two seconds, and won the challenge cup. The best time was accomplished by the captain of the club, Walter B,rooike,s hour, fourteen minutes, nine and a half seconds, a very fine performance. The following qualified for medals :-2, W. H. Hughes 3, Joe Gibbons; 4, W. S. Hughes 5, Walter Brookes 6, J. Roberts; 7, Dorando Richardson. The officials were as follows:- Starter, Mr. C. Felix; judge, Professor Beau- mont timekeeper, Mr. Will Owen; handicap- per, Mr. Micali. Mr. Fraser kindly conveyed the officials to Llanfairfechan in his motor-car. There was a large crowd awaiting the finish at the headquarters, Mr. J. Owen's, the Oxford Hotel, Clonmel-street. The prizes were distri- buted in the evening, at a crowded audience at the Pier Theatre of Varieties, by Dr. Wood- house. The event was a great success, and re- fleets much credit upon all concerned.

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