The North Wales Weekly News

LLANDUDNO. GUARDIAN SOCIETY.—Some 150 guests at- tended the annual dinner at the Imperial Hotel, on Friday night, of the Guardian Society for the Protection of Trade. Dr. T. L. Kenrick Dav- ies presided. Mr Chinnech, of London, who had taken the place of Mr W. H. Lever, M.P., as the guest of the evening, propoised The Town and Trade of Llandudna," and to this Mr Alec Hughes responded. Mr Hughes said that in August and September the number of visitors at Llandudno was by far the greatest ever known. The autumn concerts were undoubtedly a great boon to, the town. (Applause.) Mr E. W. Johnson, in responding to the toast of the visitors, said that Llandudno was made for the visitors and the first consideration always should be to meet the visitors' requirements. THE REV. TOM DAiVIES.- The -astor of the D-egainiw y street Welsh Congregationa1 Church has accepted a call to Llandyssul, Car- diganshire, for which place he will leave in March after several years' service in Llandud- no. SERIOUS ILLNESS OF MR. T. P. DAVIES. —We much regret to learn that the genial pro- prietor of the palatial hotel, St. George, lies seriously ill at the hotel. Mr Davies is so popu- lar with the townspeople that one and all hope he will be able to tide through his serious in- disposition. APPOINTMENT.—Mr W. D. Longshaw has been officially appointed deputy cfcrk of the Urban District Council. BEACH CHAIRS.—The Urban Council have granted a further lease of the right to let chairs on the beach to, the Town Improvement As-socda- ticjji for a period of three years. RESIGNATION.—At the Urban Council meeting on Wednesday, Mr Tyleccte, the assist- ant electrical engtimeer, tendered his resigna- tion, he having obtained another appodnitmiemt. The Council decided to accept the resignation, and further adopted the principle of two, assist- ants of equal grade. DISORDERLY YOUTHS.—Several com- plaints have been made of the disorderly con, duct of youths in the shelters and on the Pro- menade at night, and the Council have taken the matter up by calling the attention of the police, and asking tlhem to take steps to prevent such conduct. NEW PROPERTY.—At the Urban Council meeting yesterday (Wednesday) the following plans were approved: —Shop and alteration, Madoc House, Lloyd-street, for Mrs Stanley; two houses, Lloyd-streeit and St. David's-road, for Mr Thomas Edwards.; addition to Roden Villa, Trinity-square, for Mr A. Foulkes; four houses in Carmen Sylva-road, for Mr A. Hill; a residence in Roumairaia-crescent, submitted by Mr T. B. Farrington; additions, York Villa, Craigydon, for Mr Norrie; alterations, Ms- gwym and Craigydon Boarding House, for the Misses Middleton and Huston. THE UNEMPLOYED.—At a sub-committee of the District Council the Surveyor submitted seventy-one names of unemployed, and he said that siince the 15th November, forty-eight of these had been provided with work. The Ctoum- cil are doing all in their power to provide the unemployed with work during the winter months. The Finance Committee of the Coun- cil recommended that, wherever possible, in- stead of engaging the regular staff on overtime work, fresh men from the unemployed ranks should be engaged, preference being given to married men with families. THE BOUNDARIES.—At the Council meet- inig, the Clerk submitted the case which he hao put before counsel in relation to the overlapping boundaries of the Borough of Cbnway and the urban district of Llandudno-, at West Llandud- no, and it was decided that in view of the opin- ion expressed by counsel, they do not take any further action at present, with a view to the adjustment of the boundaries, but that with re- gard to the drainage of the houses erected by Mr Parr, into the sewers of the Llandudno Council, they instructed the Surveyor to report fully to the Works Committee, with, a view to an agreement being entered into between Mr Parr and the Council. THE HAPPY VALLEY.—A committee of the Council have visited the Happy Valley, and they have decided to remove the Jubilee oak tree planted in the centre of the Valley, to a more sheltered spot. They allso gave instruc- tion,s for backs to be fixed; on all the seats in the Valley which are at present without; and further, to fix steps to give entrance to, the plot of land south of the VaMey, at a point opposite the top entrance to the Valley. Instructions were also given for the planting of shrubs, and the laying out of flower beds. In reply to a letter sent by Mr Arthur R. Hughes, Ty Aildro, Hill-terrace, with reference to children, playing on the flat portion over the Fach Reservoir, ad- joining the Valley, it was decided to instruct the Inspector not to interfere with or prevent the children playing on this plot of ground. WOiMEN'S TONTINE SOCIETY.—The large room at the rear of the Mostyn-street Cocoa House, was filled with women on Tuesday even- ing, who had come to hear Mr Tohn Roberts, Bryn Celyn, explain the necessary preliminaries and mode of establishing a Women's Tontlin-e Society upon a similar basis to that of the Gog- arth Friendly Society. SYMPATHY.—Much sympathy is felt for Mr Cureton, Clifton-road, whose wife died sudden- ly last, week, leaving eight children, to mourn her loss. REHOBOTH LITERARY SOCIETY.—At Monday's meeting the chair was occupied by the pastor, the Rev. H. C. Lewis, B.A., B.Y? A very interesting paper upon Oliver Crom- well was given by Mr Arthur R. Williams. LIBERAL ASSOCIATION.—One of the most enthusiastic meetings held in connection with the Liberals of Llandudno, took place on Mon- day afternoon, at the club's headquarters, when the political situation was reviewed. SERIOUS ILLNESS OF PROiFESSOD COD- MAN.—We regret to learn that Mr Richard Codman lies seriously ill at the Cottage Hospi- tal. The veteran entertainer, who has given such joy to numberless thousands of children during his life at Llandudno, is 79 years of age. WESLEY GUILD.—The Literary section of the Wesley Guild held a meeting on Monday evening in St. John's schoolroom. The meeting took the form of a Magazine night." The Rev. T. E. Ham undertook the duties of editor, and read out the various contributions, com- menting as he went along. All the contribu- tions were annonymous. The subjects treated were A shop assistant's hardships," SbouM bachelors be taxed?" and Eccentricities of Fashion." The following members spoke:- Messrs John Rowlands, E. Davies, W. Thomas, and Luther MuddL VERY ATTRACTIVE.—Have you ever seen a white elephant? If not, come to Llanduduo and see W. S. Williams & Son's Zoo at The Pioneer, and you will be delighted with the cet- lection of choice and seasonable presents. Smart cream Jap silk tailor-madfe shirts from 12s. lId.; cream Delaine andl cashmere em- broidered ditto' from 2s. i id. lace blouses from ss. nd. children's novelties in pinafores and frocks in cashmere and silk from is. 6d. large selection of white muslin aprons from is. up- wards. SATURDAY'S CUP-TIE.—On Saturday the Llandudno. Amateurs will meet the Conway team on the Council ground in the second round for the Welsh Amateur Cup. ELECTORAL.—Mr Ernest E. Bone, of Llan- dudno, has been appointed the agent to, Mr Arthur Hughes, Conservative candidate for the Arfon division. A GENEROUS GIFT.rhe Vicar of Llan- tfuos has received a promise of a subscription of £ 1,000 for the provision of an organ for St. Paul's Church, Llandudno. ST. GEORGE'S LITERARY SOCIETY.— Readings by members were the items enjoyed at Thursday's meeting. Miss B. Roberts was the win,nier in the guessing of book titles competi- tion. ACTIVITY AT THE POLITICAL CLUBS.— The Liberal and Conservative Clubs, which are next door to each other in Upper Mostyn-street, are at present the scenes of much Dolitical ani- mation in view of the forthcoming General Elec- tion. CONSIDERING THE AGED POOR.—The ladies' executive which is organising the forth- coming treat to the aged poor, is hard at work in preparing for the event, which is one of the most pleasure-giving connected with the good name of Charity. The executive is composed of ladies well-known for their practical views of true Christianity. Miss L. Hindie is the hon. secretary, and will be glad to receive subscrip- tions from the philanthropically-minded people of the town and neighbourhood. ST. PAUL'S LITERARY SOCIETY.-To close the first half of the session, a very enjoy- able entertainment was held on Tuesday even- ing, at the. Craigydon Boarding House. A per- formance of Mrs Barry Tain's play Ware- Why?" was given by the following :—Mr Josepli Winter, Mr C. J. Montgomery, Mr F. Bowyer, Miss J. Currie, Miss Nellie Margetts, and Miss King. THE HOT-POT FUND.—Following the very successful concert held, at the Pier Theatre of Varieties last week, another concert was held last night (Wednesday), when the place was packed to enjoy a rare and excellent pro- gramme. The local Lodges of the R.A.O.B. were present in full regalia, and the event was a splendid financial success. SHILOH TEA AND CONCERT—The annual tea and concert in cormection with the Shiloh C.M. Church were held yesterday (Wednesday), and both events were great successes. Tea was served in the spacious schoolroom, and amongst those present were Mr. William Jones, M.P., who contributed towards the funds. The follow- ing ladies presided at the tea tables:—Mrs. Jones, Bod Diddan Miss Williams, Veronica; Mrs. B. C. Jones, Tegfan Miss M. E. Williams, 6 Chapel-street; Miss Hughes, Norwood House Miss Williams, 46, Mostyn-street; Mrs. Roberts, Uxbridge House; Miss Jennie Williams, 6, George's Crescent; Mrs. W. A. Roberts, 3,1, Mostyn-street; Mrs. Owen Hughes. Llwynedd; Mrs. Owen, Police Station; Mrs. Jones, Thoru Lela; Mrs. Jones, The Manor Mrs. Isaac Jones. Trewenel; Mrs. Edwards, Tudno Villa; Mrs. HOQlSIOil1, 96, Mostyn-street; Mrs. Howel Jones, Rosemeath; Misses Jones, The Lounge; Mrs. Roberts. Holly Bank Mrs. O. W. Roberts, Bod Eifiom Mrs. Samuel Thomas, Welbeck House Mrs. Samuel Roberts, Wood Bank. At the con- cert Mr. Henry Woodall presided, when the fine chapel was filled. The following artistes took paDt :-MisSI Louie James, R.A.M., Miss Cerid- wen Roberts, Miss, Blanche Hooson, Mr. Powell Edwards (pupil of Signor Randegger, and win- ner at National Eisteddfodau, 1908 and 1909), Miss Lilian Wright (violin), Miss Tennie Wil- liams (organist and accompanist), and Mr.. Geo. Edwards, vocal party conductor.

LLANDUDNO JUNCTION. CONCERT ANID DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZES.—Last night (Wednesday) a concert by the Council School children was held m the schools ,and prizes were also distributed. The Mayor of Conway (Councillor John Williams, J.P.) occupied the chair, and there was a crowded attendance, which thoroughly enjoyed the charming programme. The performance is being repeated, this (Thursdays night, a full re- port of which will appear in our next issue, with a list of the prize winners. LITIERALISM.-To-morrow (Friday) the elec- tors will have another opportunity of bearding Mr William Jones, their member, addressing them upon the political situation,. The meeting will be held at the Preswylfa Welsh Wesleyaw chapel, and is under the auspices of the new Liberal Association of Llandudno Junction. For the benefit of English voters, English speeches will also be delivered, and Mr Jones will speak in that tongue. The Chairman of the local Liberal Association, Mr H. W. Hughes, will preside. -The meeting will commence at seven p.m. prompt. MINISTERS' FRATERNAL.—The monthly meeting of the North Carnarvonshire Congrega- tional ministers was held on Monday. In the absence of the Rev. H. P. Hopkins, the Rev. W. Williams, of Colwyin Bay, was voted to the chair. Tho hand of fellowship was extended to the Rev. T. Griffiths, Blaemau Festiniog, who paid a casual visit to the meeting. A discussion upon Pulpit Oratory was initiated by the Rev. W. Keinion Thomas, editor of Y Cronicl." Speeches were made by the Revs. Penllyn, Jones, W. Phillips, R. H. Williams, Professor T. Rees, B.A., T. Griffiths, J. Luther Thomas, and C. Williams. A vote of sympathy with the Rev. Tom Davies, Landudno, respect- ing the serious illness of his mother, was adopted. Previous to tea, the Chairman pre- sented the Rev. PeThllyn Jones with a Swan. fountain pen and other useful articles, to com- memorate his silver wedding. Felicitous speeches were made upon the happy event. RATEPAYERS' ASSOCIATION.—Mr George Edwards presided oyer Monday's meeting, when there was a good attendance. It was decided to caM the attention of the Conway Rural Dis- trict Council to the nuisance caused by the tipping of rubbish in the field at the bottom of Penybont Hill. THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH FUND.— The result of the sale of work held in the Lec- ture Hall, Colwyn Bay, on Wednesday last, realised; about ;6150, and the required sum of £500 has within a few pounds been reached, through the efforts of Conway, Llanrwst, Llan- dudno, and Colwyn Bay friends. WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE UNION.—A meeting was held on. Friday evening at Pensarn C.M. chapel, Mr Wynne presiding. Miss Ar- fonia Davies, Avallon-avenue, sang the beauti- ful solo, Bring them in," and the following took part: —Mrs Roberts, .bryn Teg Mrs Wynne, Benarth View; Mrs Davies, Avallon- avenue, and the Secretary. The following offi- cials were appointed for the current season:- President, Mrs Wynne, Benarth View; Vice- President, Mrs Parry, Belmont; Mrs Roberts, Bryn Teg, and Mrs Davies, Avallon-avenue; organists, Miss Myfi Morris and Miss Gertie Powell; Treasurer, Mrs Hugh Jones, Cartrefle; and Secretary, Miss A. Jones, Chester House. Mrs Morris, Bryn Teg; Mrs T. M. Jones, Ches- ter House, Mrs Powell, Angorfa; Mrs Davies, Hafod, Broad-street, and Miss Hettie Jones form the committee.

Sir Herbert Roberts spoke at Llangerniew, and Mr William Jones at Trefriwlast night (Wed nesday), and were enthusiastically received.

CONWAY. A GOOD PLACE FOR BOOTS.—For the best and cheapest of all classes of boots and shoes, go to Joseph Jones, Campion House, Castle-street, Conway. Best shop for repairs. Agent for K Boots and other best Brands. JOHN M'GILP, practical watchmaker and jeweller. Watches, clocks, jewellery, spectacles, and silver-plate repaired. Address High-street, Conway. 1573 THE BEST AND CHEAPEST house and steam coals is supplied by Edwards & Son, Col- liery Agents, Conway and Talycafn. 1518G CORPORATION FIRE BRIGADE.-Orders for week ending December 27th: Station duty, Firemen Robert Evans and R. W. Parr, Proba- tioners Edward Roberts and Richard Jones; officer on duty, Chief Officer F. A. D-elamotte.- F. A. DELAMOTTE (Chief Officer). MR. URE'S PROMISED VISIT.—Yesterday (Wednesday) morning, Mr T.. P. Griffiths, Regent House, received from Mr Alexander Ure, M.P., the Lord Advocate, a letter regretting that he was unable to fulfil his recent erugagement to speak at Conway, and that it is impossible for him to promise another date prior to the date of the General Election. MR. LLOYD GEORGE.—The Right Hon. D. Lloyd George was again accorded a hearty re- ception at Conway station on Thursday night, after his great meeting at Carnarvon, and whilst on his way to London. A large crowd had giaithered on the platform,, and cheery words were spoken to them by the Chancellor, who was in excellent spirits. UNITED CHURCH MEETING.—Last even- ing a united church meeting was held in the Tabernacle Wesleyan chapel, presided over by the Rev. Philip Price. There was a good at- tendance to receive reports by Messrs J. P. Griffiths and John Roberts, Emu Restaurant, on the proceedings of the Free Church Convention at Wrexham. GIRLS' SCHOOL.—The presentation of prizes took place on Tuesday evening, the Vicar in the chair. The numerous and valuable prizes were presented to the children by Mrs Roberts, of The Vicarage, and Dr. R. Arthur Prichard, J.P., C.C., to whom votes of thanks were heartily given. During the evening, by the kindness of the managers of the White Star Line, and the Caledonian Railway Company, lantern slides were shown of a lengthy and in- teresting tour in Scotland, and a voyage to America, visiting the chief centres of that vast Continent and back to London, and so on to Conway. The lantern was manipulated by Mr J. R. Furness, of Plas Mawr. Music and sing- ing added to the interest of the programme. All was arranged by Miss Jones, the head mistress, and everything was much appreciated by the large audience. A full list of the prize-winners will appear next week. SERVICE OF SOXG.—On Monday evening there was a good audience in the Town Hall, when the popular service of song entitled Christie's OLd Organ," was given by the Tabernacle (Wesleyan) Children's Choir, and was illustrated by limelight views, Mr Arthur Hughes manipulating the lantern. Mr Roger Williams, Station Stores, occupied the chair, and at the outset delivered an interesting ad- dress, and gave a handsome donation to the funds. Mr T. C. Jones, Cadnant Park, was the conductor, and the duties of readier were cap- ably undertaken by Mrs W. S. Owen, whilst the accompanists were Mrs J. W. Hughes and Miss Edith Jones. During the service solos were effectively rendered by Mrs J. E. Matthews and Miss Evans, and also by Katie Jones, the little daughter of Mr Robert Jones, Chapel House. CARMEL LITERARY SOCIETY.-On Mon- day Mr Owen Evans presided. Excellent papers were read on Ann Griffiths and Williams, Pantycelyn," by Messrs Gwilym Hughes, Bryn Morfa, and Hugh S. Williams, Chapel House, respectively. Mr Cynwal Jones and Mr T. J. Parry also spoke. VISIT OF THE REV. J. P. LEWIS.—On Fri- day, the Rev. J. P. Lewis, Rector of Llanystum- diwy, and late Vicar of Conway, paid a visit to the parish, and at the girls' school, in the even- ing, delivered a highly interesting lecture on Why the Church is persecuted," before the members of the Church Men's Guild. There was a fairly good attendance, presided over by Mr Oweim Rowland, J.P. The Vicar (the Rev. J. W. Roberts) also spoke. On Sunday the Rev. J. P. Lewis conducted an English and a Welsh service, and preached sermons to large congre- gations. In the afternoon he attended the Sun- day school and delivered an effective address. THE CHORAL SOC:I;ETY.-At a meeting of the Executive Committee of the above Society last night it was decided to hold the annual concert on Wednesday, the 23rd February, 1910. I alented artistes have been engaged. A PROTEST.—Yesterday a match took place on the Morfa between Conway Wednesdays and Llanfairfechan Wednesdays. Up to the interval there was no score. About twenty minutes from time. Shem Jones, who up to now had played as right half, went amongst the forwards and succeeded in scoring. The visitors protested that the ball was not over the line, and as the referee decided against them, they left the field.

PENMAENMAWR. SUCCESSFUL FANCIER.—Mr Llewelyn Williams has added to his long list of prize- winners at the different poultry and pigeon fan- ciers' shows. At Birmingham, last week he took premier honours with his yellow white side pigeon, which was described by the judge to be a perfect biraI. He also secured a fourth prize with a show homer at Edinburgh. BANDS OF HOPE.-The annual meeting 01 the Jerusalem (C.M.) Band of Hope was held on Thursday evening, the Rev. Dewi Williams B.A., presiding over a good attendance. He de- livered a short-and inJterestinR address to the children,, and recitations were given by R. Tud- wal Lewis and J. E. Jones; songs by Idwal Jones, and John Davies and a duett by Myfan- wy and May Hughes.—The annual meeting of the Ebenezer Band of Hope was held on Tues- day night, when songs, recitations, &c., were given by the children,. GRAND CONCERT.—On Friday night, the Oxford Hall was well filled to welcome the Royal Moelwyn Male Voice Choir, who had an- nounced a concert in support of the fund to take them over to the United States. Dr. H. T. Jenkins presided. The choir, under the able and veteran leadership of Mr Cadwaladr Roberts, J.P., gave an excellent arcount of themselves, and were loudly applauded for their endeavours. Solos were also effectively ren- dered by Messrs H. J. Hughes, Evan Morris, Ted Jones, W. O. Jones, and J. E. Williams. Mr D. Francis, the blind harpist, also gave se- lections, and accompanied Mr. E. Ffesitin Jones in his penillion singing. Mr. A. E. Owen Davies, A.R.C.M., was an efficient. accompanist. THE HOUSE OF LORDS.At the liter- ary society of the Moriah Congregational chapel on Tuesday night, the Rerv. D. Harris the pas- tor, delivered a most interesting and instructive address on The House of Lords." Mr W. J. Roberts schoolmaster, presided.

ROEWEN. NO DION. -Drwg iawn gennym i enwau lly- wydd ac arweinydd cyngherdd yr Anibynrwyr foo allan o,'r adiroddiad. Mr. Jones, Merchlyn, oedd y llywydd, a gwnaeth ei waith ynl anrhydeddus; yr arweinydd oedd loan ap Ioan.Cynhali- odd y Gymdeithas Lenyddot ei chyfarfocl nos Fawrth. Cyfoeth a ChymeriadJ" oedd pwnc y noswaith. Siaradwyd gan E. Edwards H. Ro- berts, John W. Jones, O. Griffiths, a Miss Nellie Hughes.—Llongytfarchwtn Mr. J. Morris y melin- ydd, ar ei ddyfodiad yma i fyw o FangoT.-Mae gobaith yn sibrwd Gwyliau llawen wrth lu o deuluoedd yr ardal, gan Thad yw Mr. Barker, Gwern Borte<r, am wneud eithriad i'w arfer eleni. Bendith amo.

R ABBITS direct from Farm (thousands weekly), four best I • 4So £ J•:TTm?!T• 3% sma11' 2S- Carriage paid receipt P.O.—H. Cbidley, Hclsworthy, Devon. 1806

LLANRWST. PREACHERS.—The following will be the preachers for next Sunday I Parish Church Rev. J. Hamer Lewis. Rector. St. Mary's (Eng.): Rector. Rev. J. H. Lewis. Zion (C.M.) Rev. J. C. Davies, M.A., Ruthin. Scotland Street (C.M): Rev. Thomas Lloyd, Llanberis. Horeb (W.) Rev. W. Lloyd Davies. St. James' (W.) (Eng.): Mr. James Ellis, Colwyn Bay. Tabernacle (C.): Prayer meeting. Rev. W. Cyr.wyd Williams. Ebenezer (C.) (Mission): Sunday School. Mr. J. 0. Jones, Aneddle. Fennel (H): Prayer Meeting-. FOR BEST VALUE in Christmas and New Year Presents go to David Jones, Jeweller, Ber- lin House, Llanrwst. Quality and prices al- ways right. IDWAL PARRY, CHEMIST AND DRUG- GIST, desires' to inform the public of Llanrwst and the adjoinging district, that he has taken over the business of his late brother (Mr Arthur (Mr Arthur Parry), at The Pharmacy, Station- -ic 1 road, Llanrwst, where the business will be car- ried on as before. Prescriptions accurately and carefully dispensed, and all orders will be promptly attended to. REGENT HOUSE FOR ties, gloves, fancy goods, needlework i nftct, anything you might fane yfor Christmas present. Our windows re- veal an extensive stock in all departments. 1816 DAMAGE TO TREES.—At the Bettws-y-Coed Petty Sessions, on Saturday, before Col. John- stone and other magistrates, Richard Roberts, 20, Scotland-street, Llanrwst, was charged with ,doing damage to trees, the property of Earl An, caster, to the value of is. Mr C. T. Allard ap- peared to proseojrte. Griffith Roberts, forester to tlhe Earl Ancaster, proved the offence. The defendant, who was represented by his mothel, was fined 5s. and costs, and is. damage. ELECTION AGENT.—Mr. NYilliam Hughes, Gwernfor, has been, appointed local Liberal agent for the Vale of Conway district, in the f orthoomilinig election. MUTUAL IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY.—On Wednesday evening, Mr J. D. Jones opened the discussion, taking as his subject If Christ came to Llanrwst. Others who spoke were Messrs Evan Jones, O. H. Hughes, Edward Hughes, G. R. Jones', W. H. Williams, William Hughes, J. Hughes, W. H. Darbyshire, T. Tudor Williams, Robert Thomas, Ivor Pugh Roberts, R. G. Owen,. William Morris, and J. Rowlands. The chair was occupied by Mr D. J. Williams. TABERNACLE LITERARY SOCIETY.—On Friday evening, the Rev. W. Cynwyd Williams presiding, two papers were read on Youth, its advantages and dangers," by the Misses Davies, Trewen, and Esther Williams Jones, Feathers Stores. Others who spoke were Messrs Lewis Owen, Enos Williams, John Williams, Mrs Lloyd, Mrs Thomas, and the Chairman. APPOINTMENT.—Dr. Arthur Thompson Hill, Bryn Conwy, Llanrwst, has been ap- pointed as certifying surgeon under the Factory and Workshops Act for the district of Llanrwst, in succession to the late Dr. T. E. Jones, J.P. APPOIN,TMENT.-Our readers will be de- lighted to hear of the success of a Llanrwst boy in the person of Mr. George O. Roberts, who for many years was employed at the railway station as a booking-clerk. Last week Mr. Ro- berts, out of 64 applicants, was appointed In- spector of Weights and Measures for the county of Flint, at a salary of Z250 per annum. We congratulate Mr. Roberts upon his progress. GEJRIONYDD DISTRICT COUNCIL.— The monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, the Rev. John Gower presiding. The report was given of the deputation who visited the Capel Curig footpath, which it was alleged was closed It was decided that a letter be sent to the Gwydyr Estate agent asking for his explanation. of closing the same. A letter was read from the Clerk to the Carnarvonshire County Council re- specting the old road leading to Yspytty Iran, inviting a deputation to attend a Surveyor's Committee meeting to be held on the 8th Janu- ary, and the Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and the Surveyor were appointed to attend. A letter I was read from the Clerk to the Denbighshire County Council, stating that it was proposed to transfer part of the Maenan and Abbey parishes to Denbighshire. The Clerk intimated that there would likely be an inquiry, and it was resolved that this Council be represented at the inquiry in order to object to the proposal. DEATH.—We regret to announce the death c' Ivy Roden Hughes, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Hughes, Bagillt. late of Liverpool, which occurred on Sunday at the residence of her grandmother in Wellington-place, Llanrwst, in her 13th year. The funeral takes place to-day (Thursday), at St. Mary's Churchyard. ZION SPECIAL SERVICES.sermons were preached at Zion Chapel during the first five evenings of the weeje. The special preachers were the Revs. David Williams, Llanwnda, John Williams, Brynsiencyn, and Thos. Chas. Williams, Mtenai Bridge. THE ELECTION.—A meeting was held on Tuesday evening at Zion Vestry Room, when Mr. W. G. Dodd attended. Mr. O. Isgoed Jones was elected Chairma;n of the Committee. EDUCATION AUTH,ORITY.-The monthly meeting was held on Monday, Mr. W. J. Wil- liams presiding. The best attendance during the month was made by Nant y Rhiw, with 94.6. The lowest was Eglwysbach, with 82. The average attendance for the month was go per cent. On the motion of the Chairman seconded by Mr. O. Isgoed Jones, a vote of condolence was passed with widlow and family of the late Mr. Arthur Parry. PROPERTY SALE.—On Tuesday, at the Vic- toria Hotel, Messrs. Blackwall, Hayes, and Co. offered for sale the property known as Lewis's timber yard. There was a large company pre- sent when the conditions of sale were read out by Mr. James Porter. The first bid was 1,000, which quickly rose to £ 1,475, when the property was knocked down to Mr. Wright, Trefriw. BILLIARD HANDICAP.—A pleasant and rn- teresting billiard handicap on the Reading Room, table was brought to a close on Friday evening, when the final was played between Messrs. Arthur Roberts and Henry Jones. There as a large company present to witness thu game, which proved thoroughly exciting, both players being at the top of their form. Jones, who received 20, ran ouit winner, Roberts re- ceiving second prize and Mr. T. Harris Jones third prize. The prize for the highest break was won, by Mr. L. M. Hughes with a break of 42. CHRISTIAN ENDEA VOUR.-On Sunday, at Zion C-M. Young People's Chrisftian Endeavour, officers for the ensuing year were appointed as follows: President, Mr. William Williams, County School; Vice-President, Mr. John Hughes, Berwynfa; Treasurer, Mr. Walter Ro- berts, North and South Wales Bank Secretary, Mr. Norman Rogers Jones, Gorphwysfa. Mr. David Ellis, Tafarnyfedw, acts as conductor of the singing, and Mr. D. D. Parry, A.U.C.W., as organist.

LLANGERNYW. A CORRECTION.—In the report of the Cefn Coch literary meeting in last week's issue the names of Miss Lloyd Hughes, Bryn Gwylan, as the able accompanist, and of Mr. Ellis Williams, Ty Ucha'r Gell. as an adjudicator of the shep- herd's stick, should have been given. THE SCHOOLS.-Tho outbreak of scarlet fever having ceased in the district, the Llangernyw school was re-opened on Monday, after being closed for a period of three weeks. OBITUARY-We regret to record the death of Mr Richard Roberts, Penffordd-deg, at the ad- vanced age of 86 iears. The deceased was the oldest member of the C.M. Chapel, and a zealous member and supporter of the Sunday School during his life-long career. The funeral took place, under Sir Osborne Morgan's Burial Act, at Llan- gernyw on Monday, when the Rev. H. H. Roberts, B.A., Capel Curig (in the unavoidable absence of the pastor) officiated.

BETTWS-Y-COED. WEATHER OBSERVATIONS AT BETTWS-Y-COED. For the week ending Saturday, Dec. nth, 1009. Mean Maximum (in shade) 44'2 Mean Minimum (in shade) 36'1 Highest in shade 53 Lowest in shade 27 Maximum in the sun 81 Lowest on the grass 25 Bright sunshine 7 hrs. 34 m. Mean amonnt of cloud. 74 2 per cent. DR. HUGH WATSON Fox, Observer. LICENSING MAGISTRATES.kt the Petty Sessions, on Saturday, Colonel Johnstone, Messrs W. B. Halhed and T. P. Osborne Yale were elected licensing magistrates. UNLAWFUL FISHING.—Evan Evans, Cwm Celyn, was, at Saturday's Police Court, charged with unlawful fishing in a stream flowing into the Lledr River. Mr C. T. Allard appeared for the prosecution. Gamekeeper Robertson, in the employ of Mr Brandreth. at Pontypant, stated that on the 29th November he was on his way to Bettws-y-Coed, when he noticed the defendant raking the Cwm Drainiog stream with a gaff. He watched him for about ten minutes, and then went up and charged him with poaching, when defendant said something about a child with scarlet fever. Witness took possession of the gaff. The defendant said he had lived at Cwm Celyn for twenty years, and he had never been doing anything wrong. He could have srot salmon if he wished from his own stream, but it was trout he wanted for a child who was suffering from scarlet fever, and could not eat. The Chairman How very kind of you. You are fined 20s. and costs and advocate's fee. SCHOOL CONCERT.— The Bettws-y-Coed Girls' School is to be congratulated on their very successful concert on the evenings of Decem- ber 9th and 10th. In spite of the inclement weather the schoolroom was packed both evenings with an audience whose hearty appreciation never once failed from beginning to end of the programme, from the nursery rhymes to the suffragettes' sketch. The first half of the entertainment consisted of varied items by the infants and juniors. The illus- trated nursery rhymes were very good—"Sing a Song of Sixpence," Wee Willie Winkie" (Rhys Jones), Jack and Jill" (Louisa Williams and Meurig Williams), and "Little Bo Peep" repre- sented by Myfanwy Williams, who looked very fascinating in her quaint blue dress. I had a Little Pony," sung by the very tiny dots, caused much fun. The action songs, "Little Tommy Atkins," When I am old," Washing Dishes." and "Shopping," and the drills "Mirror" and Musical Bell," were also well performed. Part 2 was the work of the senior girls. All of them acquitted themselves very creditably, and gained great applause for their efforts, several of them having to return a second time before the audience would be satisfied. There were several choruses which the children sang sweetly and in good time and tune. The solos were well sung, The Teddy Bear" (Ceridwen Owen), Coo (Elizabeth Wil- liams), "Three Green Bonnets" (Nellie Wynne), and Little Black Me (Katie Jones). The reci- tations held the attention of the audience to the end. The Pied Piper of Hameiin" (Eunice Thomas, Jennie Jones, and Barbara Frietchie). The eight little Japs presented a pretty picture, and also the Gipsies in their dainty dresses. One of the most popular items of the evening was the "Doll Duet and Dance" by Edith Thomas and Louie Roberts. Their nearest rival was the Three Modest Quakeresses (Alice Parry, Nellie Wynne, and Louie Roberts), whose demure expressions alternated with very saucy smiles. Their quaint attire added much to the effectiveness of the song. A very amusing duet was the Pigtail and the Fan" by Vivienne Mitchell as the Chinaman and Mary Powell as the Jap. And now what shall be said of the Suffragettes-" The Bettws-y-Coed Women's Freedom League?" They certainly made noise enough to prove that they are quite capable of speaking for themselves, so perhaps we will leave them. Suffice it to say that they pro- vided endless fun and amusement. The tableau at the end, when all the characters were repre- sented, was exceedingly pretty, and the carol Noel" ended a very enjoyable evening. The work throughout reflects gteat credit upon the head-mistress (Miss F. A. Evans) and teachers. Miss Evans deserves high praise for her very effi- cient stage management and the splendid discipline she maintained throughout the whole performance. Miss Crook and Miss Williams proved themselves excellent pianists. Mrs. Buxton distributed the attendance prizes in the interval. The chair was taken by Mr. Davey, in the absence of the Vicar.

TALYBONT. BUDGET MEETING.—On Saturday a meeting to support the Budget was held at the C.M. Chapel vestry, when an excellent address was delivered by Mr. Davies Jones, solicitor, Llanrwst. Mr. G. 0 Jones, Merchlyn, occupied the chair. CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOUR SOCIETY. A very interesting paper on Dr. Lewis Edwards, Bala," was read at the above society on Sunday evening by Mr. J. R. Jones, Plas Arfon.

EGLWYSBACH. FUNERAL.—The funeral of the late Mrs Owen, Ty'nycoed, took place on Wednesday, and it was one of the largest ever seen here. The Rev. H. D. Davies officiated. The chief mourners were Mr David Owen (husband), Misses Katie and Mary Owen (daughters), Master John and Arthur Owen (sons), Mr and Mrs Davies, Maes Adda (father and mother); Mrs Owen, Llangernyw (sister) Mrs Roberts, Llangernyw (sister); Mr William Davies, Croesengan (brother). Deceased was only 36 years of age, and was highly respected in the dis- trict. Much sympathy is felt with the family in their bereavement. THE NEW BAPTIST CHAPEL.-It had been arranged to hold the dedication services of this chapel last week. Unfortunately, the building was not quite ready, and therefore the services had to be held at Bryndaionyn Chapel, which was crowded on Wednesday and Thursday nights. The Rev. E. T. Jones, Llanelli, and the Rev. Peter Jones, Colwyn Ray, delivered exceedingly earnest I discourses on the occasion. LIBERAL COMMITTEE.—The Rev. Gwilym Roberts presided over a very representative com- mittee of Liberals on Monday night at the Wes- leyan Schoolroom. Arrangements were made for the impending fight, and also for the County Council election. A well-known gentleman was nominated as a suitable candidate at the latter election, and the final adoption will take place at Gosen next Monday night. r, POLITICAL.—A meeting held on. Tues- day evening at Eglwysbach and presided over by Colonel Sandbach. was addressed by Mr. Sam Thompson and Mr. David Rhys. The pro- ceedings ait times were rather noisy.

TREFRIW. TEMPERANCE.—Two meetings of the Wo- men's Temperance Association were held at Eben- ezer on Friday evening, at which excellent addresses were delivered by Miss Prichard, Bir- mingham. CWMANOG BRIDGE.—At the meeting of the Geirionydd Council on Tuesday, the Surveyor re- ported the bad state of this bridge, and he had been obliged to barricade it owing to its unsafe condition. The Pandora Mining Company used it mainly, and they had agreed to repair. It was decided to allow the company to repair it to the satisfaction of the Surveyor.

LLANDDOGET. CONCERT.—A successful concert was given at the schools on Friday evening, the chairman being Major Priddle. The artistes were Mrs Kerry, Mrs. Thomas, Miss M. E. Roberts, Miss Lizzie Roberts, Messrs. R. O. Ellis, W. Thomas, W. E. Roberts, Evan Ellis, Hugh Roberts, Robert Griffiths, and Arthur Jones, and the Llanrwst Male Voice, con- ducted by Mr. R. O. Ellis. A couple of selectious were capitally rendered by the school childrenl The accompanist was Miss Roberts, the Schoo. House.

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BANGOR. ANCIENT ORDER OF FORESTERS.— The following have been nominated officials for the essuing six months, viz.: Chief Ranger, Bro. G. L. Owen Sub-Chief Ranger, Bro. E. Lloyd Williams Woodwards (Senior), Bro. Richard Wil- liams, (Junior), Bro. C. Fisher Williams; Beadles, Bros. Lewis Smith and W. Jones (Friars-place) Secretary, Bro. Robert Thomas (Orme-road), and Treasurer, Bro. C. H. Goodwin. CYFARFOD BLYNYDDOL TWRGWYN.- Cynhaliwyd hwn nos Fercher diweddaf, y Parch. Wynn Davies, y gweinidog, yn arwain yn fedrus fel arfer. Enillvvyd ar yr unawd soprano "Nant y Mynydd" gan Miss Anne Morton, Caernarfon. Unawd, Y Banerwr," gan Mr. James Defferd, Bangor Cor Plant Twrgwyn oedd y goreu (ar- weinydd (Mr. Roberts), ac enillwyd y brif wobr an Gor Berea (arweinydd Mr. Griffith Jones). Enillwyd cwpan arian hardd am y prif adroddiad gan yr adroddwr penigamp, Mr. W. J. Walford (Gwilym Menai). Y beirniaid oeddynt Mr. Har- ding, Normal College; Y Parch. Daniel Row- iands, M.A. a Deiniol Fychan. Cyfeiliwyd gan Mies Olwen Rowlands, F.R.C.O., a Mr. Emyr Humphreys. Cafwyd cyfarfod da. Gweithiwyd yn rhagorol tuag at ei Iwvddiant gan Dewi Meir- ion, arolygwr yr Ysgol Sul. KYFFIN SQUARE.—Yn ysgoldy genhadol y lie hwn nos Fawrth, bu Dewi Meirion a Deiniol Fychan yn rhoddi noson o hwyl ac adloniant, y Parch. Evan Evans (B.) yn y gadair.

GYFFIN. SOAR WESLEYAN CHAPEL.—Services for next Sunday:—10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Mr. Henry Williams, Llandudno. G. F. S. ENTERT AINMENT.-On Saturday afternoon last, the members of the Gyffin Branch of the Girls friendly Society delighted a crowded and appreciative audience with a varied selection of songs, acts. recitations and other attrac- tions for a couple of hours and though the day was cold and wet, this did not prevent a packed room of enthusiastic supporters and sym- pathisers. The programme was divided into two parts, the instructive and the entertaining or amus- ing, but both were educative and highly appreci- ated. The first part was opened with the author- ised form of service adopted by the Society, and was followed by an address by Miss Griffith, a re- presentative from the Central Committee, who delivered an exhaustive statement of the object and work done by the G. F. S. from its inception. thirty years ago. The second part was devoted to a well-selected programme, containing Recita- tion, People will talk," by Miss Sissie Evans, Brynhyftyd Act, The Doctor's Engagement," by Misses Nellie' and Gwladys Jones, Rectory, Miss Ella Brown and Miss Ivy McCullock, Plas- tirion Welsh Recitation, Miss Jennie Knowles; Song, Miss Rogers, Albert Drive Duologue The Village Blacksmith," Miss Sarah Evans, Hendre, taking the leading part and assisted by Misses Mary Catherine Roberts, Lizzie Mary Williams, Nellie Wynne, Sissie Evans and Nellie Hughes; Humorous recitation by Miss Jones, Hendre Waelod. Miss Bessie Davies presided at the piano. We noticed among the audience the Hon. Mrs. Mostyn (President of G. F. S.), Mrs. Wood, Bod- londeb, Misses Champneys (Hon. Secretaries), Mrs. Price, Caerhun Vicarage Mrs. Williamson, Caer- hun Mrs. Jones, Rectory, Liangelyain Mrs. Cun- ningham, Upton Lodge, Mrs Davies, Eryri, Con- way The Mayoress of Conway and daughters, Mrs. Benson, &c. Letters excusing their absence on account of inclement weather were sent by Mrs. Gee, Caerhun Hall; Mrs. Wilson, Eithinog Mrs. Holland, Llanbedr; Mrs. North, Llanfairfechan, Miss Simpson, Bryn Estyn, and others. The Organiser and Director of the ceremonies was the indefatigable and ubiquitious working associate, Mrs. Jones, Rectory, Gyffin, The Rector proposed a vote of thanks to Miss Griffith for the exhaustive address to the members and was seconded by Mrs. Wood, Bodlondeb. After some cheering words of encouragement and exhortation to faithfulness by the Hon. Mrs. Mostyn, the meeting closed by sing- ing the National Anthem.

PENMACHNO. CYMDEITHAS LENYDDOL SALEM.—Cyn- haliwyd cyfarfod nos Wener, pryd y cafwyd 11 y anerchiad penigamp ar "Y Gyllideb" gan Mr. E. Davies Jones, cyfreithiwr. Llywyddwyd gan y Parch. T, J, James. UNDEB DIWYLLIANT MACHNO.—Cvnhaii- wyd ail gyfarfod yn ystafell Bethania (W.) nos Sadwrn, dan lywyddiaeth y Parch. W. Lloyd Davies, pryd y cafwyd dadl ar Pa un ai mantais ai anfantais i ni'r Cymry yw ein hiaith ? Agor- wyd ar ochr mantais gan Mr F. O. Jones, Ysgol y Cyngor, Miss M. Lloyd Jones, Bryn Llewelyn, a Mr W. Daniel Davies, ac ar ochr anfantais gan Mr John Williams, Commerce House, Miss S K. Evans, Bradford House, a Mr John Jones, White-street. Cymerwyd rhan hefyd gan Mri. D. L. Morris, Dugoed, Henry Roberts, White-street, W. Griffith Evans, Bron Dderw, a'r Ilywydd. LIBERALISM.—The Executive Committee of the Liberal party was held on Monday evening when a large and enthusiastic number of members assembled. Mr John Williams, Commerce House was elected treasurer, and Mr W. Griffith Evans' Brondderw, secretary of the party.

CAPEL GARMON. EVENING CLASSES.—At the meeting of the Education Authority held; at LLanxwst on Mon- day the Chairman reported that the eveurng classes commenced at Capel Garmon by Mr. Powell had proved exceedingly successful, and were well attended.

LLWYNYGWAEW. CYFARFOD AMRYWTAETHOL.—Cynhali- wyd cyfarfod cystadleuol yn y lie uchod nos Fawrth, dan lywyddialClth Mr. Edward Anwyl Evans, Ty'aiddol, Talybont. Cyfeiliwyd gan Miss Jones, Tyddynfelyn, a beirniadwyd y gw,&. hanol gystadleuthau gan Mr. W. Jones, Afon- lais, a Mr. Rowlands, Ysgol y Cynghor, Taly- bont. Gwobrwywyd y rhai canlynol: —Miss Laly P. Owen, Ty'nterfyn; Grace Evans, Tyucha'r- ffordd Lovinia Jones, Castell; H. M. Hughes Blaenddol; Anne Roberts, Ty'r Capel; William 'Hughes, Blaenddol; Edwards A. Jones, a WiIIl. Hughes. Gwobrwywyd mewn llyfrau, y rhai a roddwyd gan, y Parch. W. E. Williams, Taly. bont. Yna perfformiwyd y rhan gyntaf o Can- tata y Plant (" Ymgom yr Adax ") gan Gor Plant Talybonit, dan arweiniad medrus Mr. J. R. Jones, Plas Arfon. Gwnaeth y plant eu rhan yn ganmoladwy iawn, a mwynhawyd y cyfarfod yn fawr gan y dyrfa cldd yn bresennol. Go- beithia pawb am weled ei debyg yn fuan. Posi- wyd pleidHais o ddiolchgarwch gwresog i'r lly. wydd, cyfeilyddes, a beirniad, ar gynygiad y Parch. W. P. Williams, ac eiliad Mr W. Hughes, Castell.