The North Wales Weekly News

Colwyn Bay to Canada. A MIX 1ST KIRS RARKWER.T.. TRIBUTES TO DR. AND MRS, OOUSDNS. There was a ¡liamge lattandarace at the English Bapitist Clhapel, 'Cblwyn Bay, on Friday levelling, wheia the 'Rev. Dr. H. T. Cbuisins addressed a public farewell meeting. Advantage was taken of the occasion by the savearal bodies with which Dr. Couisims had been connected during his ministry to present him with testimonials, whilst, the speeches. delivered expressing regret at his departure and apprecia- tiom of his services in the town were many and sincere. Prior to the public meeting, lat which the Kev. John Raymond,, (English Baptist minister LilaindJudino, presided, the company partook1 of an excellent tea arranged by the ladies of the chiuirch. Those present included representatives from nearly all the ühléllpels in the. neighbourhood, among them Dr. Christein, the Rev. Silas Jones. the Rev. H. Elderkin, the Rev. G. D. File, the Rev. John Edwards, the Rev. Robert Roberts, the Rev. (Peter Jones, Mir. J. T. Taylor (repre- senting the Free Church Council), and others. A notable gentleman on the platform was the Rev. J. E. Roberts, M.A., B.D., pastor of Dr. Maclaren's Union Chapel, Manchester, who. is a personal friend of Dr. Cousins'. Letters of apology were read from the Rev. T. Frimstone, the Rev. E. T. Davies, the Reiv. Thomas illoyd, the Rev. F. J. IBTiggs, the Rev. I Wesley Hughes, and Mr. W. J. Sutcliffe' Hazel Mount, Colwyn Bay. SIR 'HERBERT ROlBlERITS, BART., M.P. The iChairman also read a letter sent to Dr. Cousins by !Sir J. 'Herbert Roberts, Bart., M.P." which was in the following terms:- 59, Ciromwell-road, S.W. March 7th, 1909. Dear Dr. Cousins,—I have seen in the Press with great regret the. news that you are leaving -Colwyn Bay land Wales. Your departure will be a severe loss to all good causes at Colwyn Bay, and will 'break a long line of friendships; and interests in several directions. I look back with much pleasure and appreciation upon the cor- dial and sympathetic relations which have al- ways existed between .us since. wte first met, and I shall feel acutely your absence from the sphere of work in which we have so long been deeply interested. I am well assured, however, that You have not decided to. take this step without much consideration, and an appeal to. that Divine guidance which has. ever dominated yourr life, and I desire on behalf of my wife and my- self, very sincerely to wish Mrs. Cousins, and yourself happiness1 and a full success, in, the new home and sphere of activity to. which you are bound. Lady Roberts unites with me in sending our kindest1 remembrances.—Believe me to, be yours very truly, J. HERBERT ROBERTS. (AppIa use. ) The Rev. J. B. Warnicker, B.A., British Re- presentative of the Baptist Convention of West- ern Canada, wrote as, follows — 4, Southampton-row, London, W.C. My dear brother Cousins,—Before you leave for Canada I wish to send you a line of fare- well. I know it rnuist be a wrench for you to. part from a people to. whom you have ministered so successfully for 15 years. The wrench must be a s-evere, one, and also for them. But I feel sure God's hand lis in the matter, and your people, will not be forgotten by Him. It is necessary for the extension of the King- dom in the British Empire that from, time to. time .ministers with large experience such as. you possess should leave the 'Hbine-land to. estab- lish the .cause of Christ in these newer lands. To Canada people are flocking from all parts of the world. Your experience and ability will be ) of invaluable help to us in the conduct of spir- itual affairs, and (in the solution of the great church proiblIemSl which arise incidental to. the settlement of these vast hordes of people. I congratulate you and (Mrs. Cousins on your calil to this great service. I .commit you both to the care of Him who. never makes 'any mis- takes, and under whose leadership the largest spiritual dividends are reaped from any capital love and all good wishes, yours very truly, J. B. WARNICKER. THE FREE LIBRARY COMMITTEE. 'The following letter was read from the Public Library Committee: — Public Liibr.ary, Colwyn Bay, March 18th, 1909. Rev. H. T. Cousins, Ph.D. Dear .Sir,—It is with profound regret that we hear of your departure from. our midst to Itake up your residence in Canada. Your presence amongst us for fifteen, vears has led us to form friendships which it is very difficult to sever. We recognise that you were one of the leaders of the Free ILibrary movement in Colwyn Bay, and from the very commencement you, have been the Chairman of the Book Committee. You have always worked in, harmony and truest goodwill with us, and your valuable services have been and are still, highly appreciated by us all. We desire to. place on record our best wishes for your future welfare, and trust that your life may long be spared to work In the interest of literature and higher education, as has been- so marked a characteristic in your endeavours, dur- ing yo,-a,r,lo,ng stay in C'olwyin Bay. Wishing you and Mrsi. Cousins, bon voyage,-I remain, dear Sir, yours faithfully, (On behalf of .the Committee) Tiios. PARRY, J.P. Chairman. SEASIDE .DIFFICULTIES. The Chairman!, in the course of a short address, siaid it wias not likely that anyone save a pastor at a seaside town had any idea of the many difficulties which confronted a man in that position. Winter was, a most trying time for ministers, labouring in such places, as the pleasure .spirit of the season, seemed to. enter into the very being of the young people, and he would say in all seriousness, that the influence of a seaside resort was most harmful. In spite of many difficulties, and discouragements, Dr. Cousins had done well, and his work was a work which could not fail to be acknowledged hereafter. (Applause.) REIGRErDS AND GOOD WISHES. A number of ministers then paid tributes to Dr. iGo.U'sins in. short speeches., all of them most eloquent. The Rev. Dr. Christein said that the departure of (Dir. Cousins, would rob him of one of the few friends an old minister was canable of making. Therefore from a personal point of view he regretted that Dr. and Mrs. Cousins were leaving. But from what he knew of the .respect and esteem in which- they were held by all who. had made their acquaintance he was sure, that very many people, in, Colwyn Bay would share his. regret, and with him wish them a prosperous future in their wider sphere of activity. (Applause.) The Rev. II. Elderkin said that Dr. and Mirs, Cousins, had their place in the hearts of all who. knew them. He could testify to Dr. Cousins' excellent character and his. integrity. Whilst (1Iabour,Îlng hard to. ensure the success of his church, and on the most friendly terms with his feliloiw-ministers, he was always careful to re- member his duty, and kept church secrets. He wished both the. pastor and hi si wife might work with the greasiest amount of success in. the land to which they were bOUind-" the best spot in the world." (Applause.) The Rev. J. E. Roberts', speaking as an old friend of Dr. Cousins', testified to. his worth. One of the hlessiingis of church, management as practised by the Baptists was that of prolonged pastorates. It.. was an excellent system that en- I abled a miniser to live for many years with one people, and so. to. become known to them and they to him in. such a manner as they became firmly united to. one another. But of course the wrench at parting was all the more acute. With reference to a remark passed by the Chairman, I he quite recognised that each church, had its own. prfel ems. Dr. Cousins was' about to face a new problem which would, confront him in Canada. He was sure all would join in wishing both he and M;r.s,. Cousins Godspeed, a pleasant voyage, and a successful pastorate. (Applause.) The Rev T. M. Jones referred to. Dr. Cousins' work on public bodies he was one of the or- iginators of the scheme of the Free Library, and had been on the Committee since its incep- tion. For years Dr. Cousins was a. valuable member of the Executive of the Y.M.C.A. They could consoile them selves by reflecting that what was Englandi's loss was Canada's gain, for the need for .strong men was great in all parts of the Empire. (Applause.) The Rev. Silas Jones associated himself with all that had been isaid, and wished Dir. and Mrs. Cousins a happy future. (Applause.) Tlhe Rev. John Edwards thought they were taking too gloomy a view of things. After all, they were but pilgrims, journeying from place to place. And Dr. and iMrs. Cousins were not leaving for ever. They .would return to. Col- wyn Bay for their holidays, or if not their friends, would go to see them. (Laughter.) In these days of airships and aeroplanes, the sea had lost its terrors, and the distance that separ- ated England from Callliada had become as noiuigihlt. fLaughter ianid appl.au se.) He could sav that Dr. Cousins had laboured most con- scientiously at Cblwyin Bay for the whole of the fifteen, years he had spent amongst them. It was with feelings of deep interest he (the speaker) had read an article on Dr. Con sins' experiences in the Weekly News." Mrs. 'Cousins had loyally supported her husband, and both had made themselves deservedly loved and respected. (Applause.) THE FREE CHURCH COUNCIL. Mr J. T. Taylor, on behalf of the Free Church Council, presented an address, which was as follows: Tb, the Rev. H. T. Cousins. Dear .Sir,—On behalf of the Colwyn Bay Free Church Council we beg to. express our very deep regret at your removal from our town. During the whole of the time in which our rGowncil has been in existence, you have taken a very active interest in its welfare, and. for two years have presided over its deliberations, besides filling the Vice-Presidency. You also, have represented us at the annual meetings of the .National Free Church Council, and. on. more than one occasion acd!te as spokes- man on deputations appointed by our Council, in which capacity you have worthily upheld Free Church principles. Your many services to the Free Churches of 'Colwyn Bay have been greatly appreciated, and we feel that your de- parture will cause a breach which will be most difficult to. fill. Our prayers and good wishes go. with you and MT'S" Conjisims to your new sphere of labour, and we trust, under the guidance of our Heavenly Father, your future labours may be crowned with great success. On behalf of the Free Church Council, JOHN T. TAYLOR, President; HERBERT J. EDWARDS, Secretary. April 9th, 1909.

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TRIBUTES BY THE CHURCH. The Secretary of the Church, Mr. T. Brack- stone, then read the following address, which was beautifully illuminated and enclosed in a cylinder: — To the Rev. H. T. Cbusins. Reverend and Dear Sir, Pastor of the English Baptist Church, Colwyn Bay, North Wales. It was with the deepest sorrow and regret that we learned of your decision to sever your connection with our church, after fifteen years' faithful and self-denying service as pastor. We cannot allow the opportunity to pass without expressing to you our high appreciation., not only of your long and valuable service, but also of your fearless1 integrity, courtesy, and sym- pacthetic consideration of all matters that came under your notice as pastor of our church. We fully recognise with gratitude' your suc- cessful efforts in raising considerable sums of money towards the church funds when sorely needed. We are proud, too, that the churches of the North Wales English Baptist Union, have not been slow to recognise your fitness to. be- come their President. The same can: also be said of the churches, which form the Cblwyn Bay and District Free Church Council, of which you have been twice selected as their President. It is with profound and deep gratitude to God that we wioiulld also, place on. record how much we appreciate the. help rendered to the church by Mrs. Cousins personally, as well as. her lov- ing oversight of all the work done by the ladies, and we much regret that we are called upon to. separate. May 0 God richly bless you in your own soul and may He cause His face to shine upon you and give you peace. We trust that you, dear sir, will accept the acoompalnyilng gift as a. small token of our good- will and loving regard, and allow us to. labour you that you have our earnest prayers, and we trust that you will be long spared to labour for our Lord and Master in that part of the world where in God's providence you may be directed. Again assuring you of our heartiest good wishes, we remain, dear sir, yours faithfully, T. BRACKSTONE (Secretary), 1 THOMAS JOHN (Treasurer), T. MALHI. Deacons. ROBERT GILL, 1 GEORGE WATSON. J Colwyn Bay, April gOth, 1909. The Treasurer of the Church, Mr. Thomas John, thereupon stepped forward and handed a purse of gold to Dr. Cousins, Dr. Cousins, in reply, made an excellent little speech, in which he acknowledge the many ap- preciative remarks which had been uttered. He was evidently very deeply moved, and it was with difficulty that he expressed himself. Upon resuming his seat he was warmly applauded. Mrs. McGeorge, on behalf of the Ladies' Bible ,e Class, founded and conducted with, great suc- cess by Mrs. Cousins., in a neat little speech pre- sented that lady with a gold chain, the gift of the members, and a few friends. Mrs. Cousins was nearly overcome with emo- tion. I dare not trust myself," she said; all I can say is thank you." (Loud applause.) Previously Mrs. Cousins had been the recipi- ent of several bouquets. Votes of thanlks to the Chairman, proposed by Mr. Edward Jones, Powysland, seconded by Mr. T. Brackstone, wa" carried with acclama- tion. The proceedings closed with the singing by Mrs. Cousins of the favourite hymn, God be with-vou till we meet again," the audience join- ing in the refrain. Mir. T. H. Oakley, Chairman of the Provision- al Committee, was unable to be present, the other members being Messrs. "Edward Jones, Powysland (Secretairv), T. Brackstone, Thomas Tohm, J. Malam, J. Watson, R. Gill, B. Brooks, J. Roberts (Phitwell), and A. H. Summers.

Denbigh Quarter Sessions. ALLEGED SHEEP-STEALING NEAR LLANRWST. These session were held at Denbigh on Satur- day, Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn presiding. The calendar contained the names of three prisoners concerned in five indictments. On the application of Mr. Trevor Lloyd, the four appeals entered by the London and North- Western Railway Company against assessments for poor ratesi in various; parishes within the Conway Union were adjourned to. the next ses- sions, Mr. R. A. Griffith consenting on behalf of the respondents'. James' Jones-, 21, a farmer's son, living at 'Hiafod-y-Geunan, Nebo, Llanrwst, was indicted for having, between September and February last, stolen, a sheep, the property of Evan Owen. He was further charged with stealing sheep, the property of other farmers. Mr. Ellis Jones Griffith, M.P. (instructed by Messrs. Porter, Amphlett, and Jones), appeared for the prosecution, and Mr. T. Artemus Jones (instructed by Mr. E. Davies-Jones) defended. In opening the case, Mr. Griffith said that on the 1 st of November last Evan Owen went to. live at Pen-y-Garnedd Farm, where a sale of the pre- vious tenant's stock took place on the 17th of November. My. Owen bought 48 sheep at the sale,, amongst them being the sheep alleged to have been stolen, by the prisoner. The sheep bore certain ear and pitch marks, the latter having been put on by Owen. Subsequently, the sheep in question strayed, and was missed. In February Evan, Owen, accompanied by a neigh- bour, found the sheep at Fedw Deg Farm, and recognised it as hiis property. The earmarks had, however, been altered, the alterations being of a recent date. The prisoner had sheep of his own, and it was important to bear in mind whether it was posisaibile for him to. make an honest mistake as between the earmarks of his own sheep and those belonging to the prosecu- tor. The contention of the prosecution was that prisoner altered the earmarks knowing that it was-the property of Etvan Owen A mass of evidence was heard, including that of Police Constable Jones, who said that on the 10th of February, before being taken to court, the prisoner made a voluntary statement to the. following effect: —" This will be a lesson to me and others about me, and when I get free I can- give them ladivice." o No evidence was called for the defence. After a lengthy hearing the jury gave the pri- soner the benefit of the doubt in regard to the first coiutnt in the indictment, and returned a verdict of not guilty. On the remaining counts the prisoner was re- spited to the next, sessions, bail being allowed.

Llanrwst Urban District Council. MUST A SMITHFIELD BE PROVIDED? The last meeting of the old Council was held on Thursday evening, Mr. William Hughes, J.P., presiding. There were also present Messrs W. J. Williams, H. J. W. Watling, E. Mills, T. Rogers Jones., William Davies, Griffith Jones- D. J. Williams, Albert Hughes, and Arthur Parry; with the Clerk, Mr- R. R. Owen; the Deputy Clerk, Mr. Thomas Hughes the Sur- veyor, M-r. George Wynne; the Collector, Mr. E. M. Jones; and the Lighting Inspector, Mr. T. R. Jones. FINANCE. The Collector reported having collected dur- ing the monith the following sums —General district rate, ^286 18s. 4d.; water rate, £ ij 6s. 5d. tolls, £ j 9s. 4d. making a total of Z311 14s. id. The outstanding accounts amounted to 16 13s. id., being 114 13s. id. of the general district rate and £2 water rate. The amount of irrecoverables was £ ~i 17s. iid., in- cluding ^65 17s. Sd. general district, and £ 6 os, 3d. water rate. The Finance Committee reported having ex- amined accounts amounting to. C125 14s. 3d., which thay recommended for payment. The balance in Treasurer's hands was r6So 16s. 5d., leaving an available balance of ^555 2s. 2d. The report was adopted. PIG MARKET SITES. The Surveyor reported havrng measured and estimated the cost of making three sites for the purpose of pig sales. No. i site, from Bont Bach to Bodunig, he estimated would cost £ ? 7S. od. No.. 2 site, from Mr. Allard's office to Mr. George Jones's yard, £59 iS.s. No.. 3 site, from the opening near the Rectory to the Bridge', £37 12s The three sites were equal in length and would provide acco-mmediation for 25 carts. He also, mentioned two plots of en- closed land, namely, the plot near Charltonfs, and the other by Llewelyn Jones's smithy. Mr. Albert Hughes suggested that the pro- vide a Smith,field for the purpose. Mr. D. J. Williams asked if Mr. Hughes meant ,a Smithfieid for the purpose of the whole of the fair. Mr. Watling There is no talk of removing the cattle providing they don't hold the fair oftener than once a fortnight. The (Chairman.: It may be 20 years before they call upon us to do that. Mr. D. J. Williams It is sure to. come event- ually. Mir. Albert Hughes: I look at it that the spending of money would be in vain if we are afterwards called upon to provide a Smithfieid. The Chairman It is a question which ought not to be rushed, as it is an important item. Mr. D. J. Williams: I agree with Mr. Hughes that it woiuld be spending money in vain. The Clerk said there was a case this last week at Penistone, where they had been compelled to provide a Smithneld at a cost of [1,7°0. Mr. Mills As we are not compelled, it would be better to leave it for the present. It was resolved that the Clerk write to the owners of the various site- for their terms. Mr. D. T. Williams moved that they hold their sales until October in the otd place. Mr. Watling threw out the suggestion that all the sites mentioned by the Surveyor should be tried and get the opinion of those who use them by the 1St of August. The matter then dropped. FIRE BRIGADE. The Clerk reported having received £27 6s. 6d. from the Alliance & Ocuan lire Insurance CIom- pany, in connection, with the Fire Brigade's ex- pense at the Llangernyw fi.re. He had also, col- lected Zi I:8S. for the hire of the Council Room. There was, stllil 4s. due from the Saturday Pops," which he did not think could be col- lected. A member That had better be "popped." (Laughter.) The Clerk said he had also, received from Mrs. Hyde her portion of the expense in connection with the Felin Isa' cottages water main. NEW BUILDING BY-LAWS. The Clerk further reported that Mr. Hugh Hughes, builder, had, given valuable assistance in framing the new by-laws. He had attended four .meetings, and his knowledge had been of great value to, the Committee. He refused to make a charge, and left the matter in the Coun- cil's hands. It was decided to give Mr Hughes two guineas for his assistance. A letter was read from Mr. W. G. Tones,, Farm Cottage, .stating that he was prepared to accept five guineas without nrejudice. After a short discussion it. was decided that the Clerk should write expressing regret that they could not meet him. THE ANNUAL MEETING. It was resolved that the annual meeting be held on Friday, the r6th instant. TRIENNIAL ELECTIONS. Mr. Albert Hughes gave notice that he would move at the next meeting that the Council elec- tion should occur every three years, the same as in other places.. It would save expense. "SENT TO GRASS." The Chairman said that would be the last meeting of the financial year, and he was sorry it was the last they would see of three of their old members who had been sent to grass for the next three years. He felt exceedingly sorry ,at their departure. Dr. Owen had been there for nine years, the Rev. Cymwyd Williams for six years, and Mr. William Davies for four and a halt years. All had done excellent service to the town, and on their departure it was the Council's duty to refer to them. He was suire, if the electors only knew their qualifications, they would have been returned:, but that was the way, and they never knew whose turn, was the next. (Laughter.) But he wished it placed on the, minutes, their indebtedness to. these three members, for the service rendered on the Council. Mr. D. J. Williams seconded. Mr. William Davies, the only one of the three present, thanked the speakers for their kind words. He had received nothing but kindness from everyone in the. Council during his term of office, and he extended to the Council his best wishes for the future. He hoped they woulld continue to carry on the improvements, so that the old town, might be perfected. (Applause.) Mr. D. J. Williams proposed a vote of thanks to the Chairman, and in doing so said he was much struck with the way he conducted the work. Mr. Watling, seconding, said a better chair- man he never saw. The Chairman thanked them for their kind remarks. He felt it a duty which he owed them for the assistance they had extended to. him dur- ing his. three years' experience, and he thought that was long enough. He never had an ua- kiind word said to- .him, nor had he ever' been challenged for his ruling. He did not for a moment wish them to, think that his ruling had always, been correct but they had always ac- cepted his ruling in. a gentlemanly way, and they had worked most harmoniously. Perhaps a scene occasionally would have been more ac- ceptable to some people. It would certainly be better for the reading public. He was onlv sorry that the ratepayers did not attend in order that they might see how they carried on the work. He was glad to think that he had dis- charged the duties to their satisfaction, and be acknowledged his indebtedness to the officials-- and the Press. A vote of tl-tanks to, the officials and the Press concluded the proceedings.

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