The Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria

A BUSY TIME AT COLWYN BAY. MANY SOURCES OF ENJOYMENT. AND ONE SOURCE OF ANNOYANCE. Of the many thousands of victors attracted to jsJorth Wales for Whitsuntide Colwyn Bay, as usual, claimed a very large proportion. To say that the number broke all previous records would no doubt be exaggerating, but there IS no gain- saying the tact tuac on Monday at any rate more peop-e visited the town than on pe.rhaI16 any previous Whit-Monday—thanka to the endless stream of strangers poured into it by the trarn- cars, to which reference i-s made elsewhere. .fortunately the weather remained very favour- able througnout, for.tuough there was but an occa- sional period of sunshine during the week-end, the atmosphere was balmy and healthful; in fact, the conditions were just what they ought to be in the opinion of most people—nuiffoiently cool to enable one to move about in connort to see rsc .nature in her bravest attire, and yet warm enough for the less active of limb to enjoy the open-air without demanding too much physical exertion. The invasion began on Thursday, when the railway company were conipcilci-I to run quite a Jorge number of special trains from the Mid- lands. Ad day Friday and Saturday trains ran at intervals of a few minutes, and each one brought its share to Colwyn Bay; even the few Sunday traina contributed to the crowd. Then on Monday, of course, ùay-trjppers came in battalions. Mr Noble and his ,ta.If were severe- ly-worked, but they _<?oped with their task in a highly crcditabie manner. ■Excellent provision had been made in the way of catering m all its forms. The hotels of which the tow,n is so proud, the splendid boarding residences, and tho innumerous ludgirig-liouers afforded ample shelter and sustenance fcr aU corners. Sources of pleasure and enjoyment thero were in abundance. The Pier Pavilion, as hitherto, provided music to satisfy at c.nce me taste of the "intellectual listener," and that of the average loviy of good music. The lighter variety wao offered by three of the best out-door organii-arions yet seen at Colwyn Uay- Harry Reynolds' "Royal Serenaders," W. J. Churchill's "Colwyn Coolies," and Catlin's Roval Pierrots Moreover, the renowned Horbury hryid-bell ringers presented a capital programme et the Public Hall. In spite of ail that has been said a.nent the "fate" of coaching-, the well- known vehicles turned out for the great Snow- doman loop and other tours by Meters J. Fred. F.anc and Son and others were apparently more popular than ever. None of those, who have experienced the delights of coaching will wonder at this. to> The famous Pwllyercciian Woods are .now in their meet glorious garb, and thousands <- £ people frequented their delightful walks during the week-end. Happily, the Urban District Council reanse to the full that in the Woods the town p.W £ e>cs perhaps its most valuable asset. Just r.ow they are busily ernragcd in opening un new paths through the centre of the woods, from end ic end, thereby reveaUng new scenes and fresh beauty SjK>ts of a very delightful character. T.io old laths have aiso been repaired and cleaned, wrile the ivy, which has been dealing dcatn T. slow but sure doses to manv of the lirgest and beet trees for manv years, has at lengtn iieen destroyed. The three miles of pro- menade the wood?, were the scenes of much Lie aid eriie\ metit during the holiday. ( I be Rr.os-e i> Sea pleasure steamers, "Rhos Trevor and "Rhcfineigr," were very largely patronised, particularly on Monday.'the new tram ger-vicc, acting as a very effective feeder to the tr-in. well-appointed craft as they lay off the fine Rhos Pier. Tberp wak, but one source of annoyance, and thig will have to be speedily dealt wIth if Colwyn Bay is to retain its popularity as a health resort. Ihis was the serious nuisance caused by motor cars driven along the Promenade road. Each vehicle raised a huge cloud cf dust, whith prac- tically enveloped all tlv nodes: riane parading the neighbouring asphalted footway, with what re- eult may ho conjectured. Without undulv dwelling- on the matter it, must, be acknowledged that the comfort and well-being of the lare-st number are after all what the local authority should see to. The three golf courses in the district—Colwv.n Day. Rhos-on-Sea, and Old Colwyn—could not have accommodated more players with comfort. -Uie greens were in- almort perfect order after the recent, rain, and some excellent returns were re- ported. THE PIER CONCERTS. A splendid audience attended the special con- cert at the Pier Pavilion on Saturday evening. 1 he programme was of the popular order, the orchestral numbers including Hall's "New Col- onil" march, 'The Dragoons'' overture, the Lfe or the Ocean" ^mtasia, Marti's "Sunset" intermezzo, the 'Tannhauser march and selec- tion, Tessier s "Danco Amerioain-e' the "Catch Pr.'tn° '^eas'orl selection, Morel's intermezzo Cieopatra hinnigan," a.nd the "Grenadiers" waltz. Mr T. Henry Smith, who still assumes the leadership in the absence of Herr Stephan, is to be cong'ratuiated once more upon the man- ner in which he presented the list. The vocalist was Miss Emily Foxcroft, an artiste of whom Colwyn Bay audiences never weary. She sang with characteristic polish, "When Twilight C,c-nic- by Streleski, and Ba.Jf-'s somewhat dis- satisfying "The Green Trees Whispered." The happy effect produced in the interpretation of the former was much enhanced by the skilful man- ner in which the violin obligato was led by Mr E. J. Roberts. Miss Foxcroft obviously ap- preciated this, for she compelled him to share with her the business of acknowledging the plaudits of the assembly. Mr Griffith Humphreys, the entertainer, was at once successful in "Mrs Tompkins' Tennis Partv." His mimicry of t.ho curate in this number was really clover. He also scored a de- cided hit in the second half of the programme, and he was vociferously encored on both occa- sions. Mists Foxcroft and Mr Humphreys have been engaged for the week. On Sunday and Monday evenings the concerts were again well patronised. In addition to "jems by Miss Foxcroft and t.J1-"i: entertainer, Mr Frank Davis (viola) and Mr Enrico Frassini (piccolo) contributed individual numbers to Monday evening's list, Mr Fen wick (cornet) and Mr E. J. Roberts (violin) ast-isting in the came way on Saturday night. On Tuesday evening the latter played Ganne's invcca.tion. "THE RETURN OF THE EXILES." Mr Harry Reynolds, who for seven years pre- viously provided Colwyn Bay with its-well-known niimtrei troupe, catered for Teignmouth last summer becaused he failed to strike a bargain with the Colwyn Bay L'rban District Council over the pitch on the Promenade. He wittily describee his advent this summer as "The Re- turn of the Exiles." Irrepressible Harry and his merry men have been thriving in exile ap- parently for they were never "fitter" than now. On Friday eve.nmg they gave their opening concert at the Public Hall, where, if the "nou6e was not altogether what it should be, they gave without stint of the very best in their repertoire. The oompany are under the direct supervision and leadership of the veteran Harry, and include all the old favourites, and a number of accom- plished "freyh hands." Ma.rk Stuart is there as of yore, and on Saturday evening' he gave "Ten Little Toes" and "Leave them alone in inimitable fashion. The monocle and gloves were manipulated v.itii grea* effect. Harry Raymond in another exceedingly clever artiste. His dancing, particularly with the clogs, in the "German Band" number, was equal to anything of the kind seen in the best London music halls. Cliff Wood, yet another first-claaj "Serenader" (as Harry terms his present organisation), gang "Conversations" and "My Little Deitcher Girl with marked success. Reviil Hail, again, proved himself a capital enger, mimic and reconteur. His song- "As others see us" was amongst the best things in a decidedly strtMig list. Austin May, the baritone singer, Vernon Wolstenholme, the enprano, and Mr Bert Durant, the pianist, with Air Reynolds himself, an easily "itic bett of the bunch," completed one of the best troupe yet seen. along the Welsh Coast. In addition to the solo numbers tw-o laughable sketches and a quartette were given with splendid effect. The- "Serenaders" commenced their al frerco performances on Saturday morning on their Promenade stage, where fctiey give concerts every day at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. In the evening, at 7.30, they perform in the Princess Drive held, opposite Wynnstay-road. So far they have en- joyed their usual share of patronage. Mr Rey- nolds has won a good reputation for the de- cency and orderliness, as well 86 the excellence of his entertainments, and this he fully maintains this year. CATLIN'S ROYAL PIERROTS. On Saturday evening the members of Catlin's I lerrot combine held their opening concert An the Prince's Drive enclosure. There was a largj aud enoe present when the opening item wao presented, ir--O the "txyje 1 were given a hearty reception. Having regard for the succecc achieved last year, the proprietor has with one exception sen: 4gaiii the troupe responsible for that success. The new member ie Charles Ed- win, a light comedian, who made a large num- ber of friends on his first appearance. The old favouriivs, headed by Siu. Trere, were up to their usual standard, and combined to form a big. seemly and thoroughly entertaining pro- gramme. Undoubtedly the spccial feature&- apart from Sid's own clever individual effor,is- were tite concerted items, for which the troupe are well-known. liob Baddow, the clever ventri- loquist, alw mysdiod the audience, and was well received. L-p to the time of writing the pierrots' pitch, opicsite the Metropoie Hotel, has at- tracted crowded audiences at each entertainment. THE COLWYN COOLIES. Mr W. J. Churchill, the favourite caterer at the Happy Valley, Llandudno, has uecured the right to the Pierhead stage, aftcrncon aud even- ing, with the use of the Pavilion on wet after- noons. Here ho present the "Colwyn Coolies," an exceptionally smart little party, who, since Saturday afternoon, have been presenting bright and thoroughly enjoyable ptogrammcs at 6 and 8 p.m. each day. Tiie evenings have been some- what too coid to ensure sannactory attendances at the Pierhead, but in the afternoons business is good. Special notice should be laken that every Thursday evening the troupe is augmented by members of Churchill's famous minstrel troupe, so that the programme is supplemented by irc.?h individual numbers while tho concerted itenio are more effective. TRAMS ALL THE WAY. Contrary to the anticipations of the most hope- ful, the Llandudno-Colwyn Bay Tramway Com- pany were able to throw open on Monday the whole lino between the West Shore, Llandudno, and Station-road, Colwyn Bay. Messrs Bruce, Pe.eb!es and Co., the contractors, have thus more than redeemed their piomise, and the two com- munities to which th.e means so much are cor- rcs(K>ndi,ng'iy grateful to them. The contractors have eontronted many difficulties over whicn they ha-J no control, but which served to mar greatly their progress with the scheme, and tint they have been able to complete the undertaking under such circiiinstances is a tribute to the en orgy end skiil of their engineers and enure itali. As announced in our last it-sue the route was inspect .d on Friday by Colonel Ycrke, of the Board of Trade, who promptly passed the entire route for tra.ffic. A deputation of tradesmen in Conway-road, between Station-road and Penrhyn-rcad, waited upon Coicnel Yorke to complain of a parsing I lace having been constructed in this portion of the read, wlJich is about the narrowest portion of road through which the line ij laid. It was shown that the Council had approved of the pastiing place being at this iioint, but the incon- venience it would cause was n -t realised. In fact, at a recent Council moetiing at which the matter was discussed, it" was admitted that the situation of the loop inadvertently escaped con- sideration. The Board of Trade Inspector informed the deputation that, the position of the Joop having been approved by the Council, he had no power to interfere, but he thought the complaint rea- sonable, and he would 'make a. request on the subject to the company. It was suggested that the passing place should be 100 yards further to the west, opposite the municipal bui 1 d;.ngs. The Urol t,r:al Car was driven over the new section ae far as the Council Offices on Tllu,s- day morning, many hundreds of people crowding around it, and though there was no demonstra- tion their welcome was cordial, judging-from the I remarks ctie overheard on all hands. On Monday eleven cars were called into ser- vice, the genial manager of the company (Mr Moorhouse) himself taking up the driving of one of them on account of the extraordinary pres- sure. From early morning till past eleven o'clock at night the cars were literally crowded out to and from Llandudno. Naturally the service was far from being as satisfactory as it will be when in proper running order. There wcre frequent delays, and the journey often occupied about twice the normal time to cover. Nevertheless al)art from snapping of a wire at Rhos-on-Sea. nothing of an unusual character occurred, and the thousands of pe^.tsngers dealt with found little 0:iu(1 to complain. The fare from Station- rood, Colwyn Bay, to the West Shore terminus, at Llandudno, is 6d.

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BLAENAU FESTINIOG HORSE, DOG AND POULTRY SHOW.. A RECORD ENTRY. FULL LIST OF AWARDS. The annual horse, dog, poultry and pig* v show was held at Newborough Park, Biaenau on Whit-Monday, in delightfui weather. The gate proved a record one, over 2300 persons having paid for admission to the grounds. The entries in the horse section did not compare favourably with the preceding year, either from the point of view cf quality or num- bers, and the jumping competition was rather disappointing, with the exception of tho per- formances ot one of Mr Grange's horses, which, easily cleared all the obstacles. In the dog, poultry and pigeon show the exhibits numbered twice as many as last year, and were of high merit, and the competitions were very keen. The arrangements in every detail were a credit to the secretary, Mr Lewis Davies, and the committee, who are to be heartily congratulated on the finan- cial euccesti of the show. The president of the show thie year was Mr J. E. Greaves, Lord-Lieutenant of Carnarvon- shire, with Mr R. 0. Jones, Brynofieren (coroner of the County of Merioneth), as vice-president. Mr WIlizill Powell, Dwyryd lio u. was chair- man of tho Executive Committee, of which Mr W. Jones, "Erw," was vice-chairman. The adjudicators wore:—Howes: Mr Willough- by Cotton and Mr W. Lancaster. Horse leap- ing Tho President, Dr. Jones, Mr T. P. Oebor.a Yale, Mr W. Cotton and Mr W. Lancaster. Dogs: Mr R. T. Bainc,.g. Poultry and pigeons; Mr P. Pond. The exhibits were under the charge of an army of stewards, who did their work creditably. LIST OF AWARDS. HORSES. L Beot and cleverest jumper: 1 and 3, F. V. Grange, Oak Houee, Farndon; 2, Military, Trawetynydd Camp. Tradesmen's turnout 1, W. Powell, Dwyryd House, Blaejiau Festiniog; 2, A. S. Roberts, butcher, do. 3, G. Gocdman, do. Light horse, trap and harness: 1, D. and J. O. Pritchard, Glanywern, Mochd.re, Colwyn Bay; 2, Tom Hughes, Royal Oak, Pcnrhyndeu- draoth; 3, W. Powell, Dwyryd I-louso, Biae,uau Fctstiniog. Pony not exceeding 12 hands: 1, John O. Williams, Penrhyndeudraoth; 2, Lewis Lleivelyn Thomas, Cwmbowydd Farm, Biaenau Festimog; 3, Edward Jones, Royal Artillery Camp, Trawsfynydd. Cob .not exceeding 1.) hands: 1, W. 11. Jones, Gweruhywel, Bettwsy- cocd; 2, J. E. Lewis. Cross Foxes Hotel. Traws- fynydd; 3, Lewis Llewelyn Thomas, Cwmbowydd Farm. Cob not exceeding 14 hands: 1, W. Ii. Jones, Bettwiiycocd; 2, J. E. Lewis, Trawsfyn- ydd; 3, R. Williams, Tynyracra, Harlech. Cob over 14 hands, and not exceeding 15 hands: 1, Edward Evans, Tho Poplars, Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno; 2 and 3, D. and J. O. Pritchard, Mochdre. Cob not exceeding 15 hands, and not over 3 years old: 1. Edward Evans, Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno; 2, D. and J. O. Pritchard, Mochdre; 3, D. 0. Jones. Fastest trotter under saddle: 1, Dr. R. Roberts, Piasy weu.nydd; 2 and 3, Military Camp, Travvsfynydd. Ligiat entire home: 1, T. Jonee, Tynycelyn Farm, Llangvvs- tenin. Light horse, suitable for saddle or har- ness 1, Edward Evans; 2 and 3, D. and J. O. Pritchard, Mochdre. Horse (mare or gelding) showing the best action in trotting': 1, Edward Evans; 2 and 3, D. itlid J. O. Pritchard, Mochdre. Entire horse for agricultural purposes: 1, C. and T. Jonefi, Tyddynymerched, Festiniog; 2, John Owen, Tyddynmawr, Trawsfynydd. Horse (mare or gelding), not exceeding two years old, for agricultural purposes: 1, John Pritchard, Four Crosses, Chwilog; 2, David Griffith, Tydd- yndu, Harlech; 3, John Robert?, Cae'r Melwr, Llanrwst. Hc.rsù (ipare or gelding), not exceed- ing three yeais old, for agricultural pur poses: 1, David Owen, Ty'nddol, Abergele; 2. John Pritch- ard; 3, John Roberts, Cae'r Melwr, Llanrwst. Iloree (ma.re or gelding) for agricultural purposes (Remainder of Report appears on 5th page.)

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HOLIDAY MAKING AT LLANDUDNO. HEAVY RAIL AND STEAMBOAT TRAFFIC •A ROUND OF AMUSEMENTS. Llandudno experienced a most successful Whit- suntide. Although the influx of visitors cannot bo said to have eclipsed all rormer records, the a vet-ago traffic by rail, road, and .sea was well maintained throughout the week- During the earlier part of the w-e-ok the weather was fine but cold, only two houis' bright sunshine being experienced! on the Bank Holiday. But un- daunted by the cold breezes and cloudy skies, visitors oommenced to pour into the tcwn early on Saturday morning, and with the addi- tion cf some 16 heavily laden excursion trains on Monday the town was fairly filled with people bent on making the most of the holiday, though doubtless some would have felt more comfortable had they arrayed themselves in winter garmerats. There war9 no" dearth of attractions both indoor and outdoor—concerts, tneatres, minstrels, pier- rots, cricket, golf, and bowJmg-all receiving their full share of patronage. On Saturday, the new electric cars commenced runn,ing from Llandudno through to Colwyn Bay, and appeared t:) b3 doing excellent busi- ness. The motor char-a-banc, as well as the coach trips, were also well patronised. HEAVY RAILWAY TRAFFIC. Mr Weeds and his staff at the Railway Sta- tion had made admirable arrangements to cope with the additional heavy traffic. On Frkibv, luggage in advance arrived in great quantities from all parts of the United Kingdom, several huge stacks of trunks, etc-, waiting for delivery were to be seen on almost every platform, but were quickly disposed of by an army of porters. These were followed on Saturday by a great in- flux of visitors and excursionists. In addition to the ordinary trains, eight long excursion trains arrived on Saturday, four from Manchester, two from Birmingham, and one each from London and1 Orren. In addition to the ordinary traffio cm -Monday, 16 excursion trains arrived—two I from Manchester, two from Walsall, two from Wigan, and one each from Birmingham, Coven- try, Wolverhampton, Colne, Blackpool, Wigan, Leicester, Barrow, Liverpool, Birkcnhead, v Stoke, and North Staffordshire. On Tuesday, there were excursions from Preston, Coventry, Brad.ford, Leicester, Weston-super-Mare, and North Staffordshire. Throughout the week visitors continued to arrive in large numbers. Our representative was informed by a. respon- sible railway official that although the rush to Llandudno was great it did not oome up to that of two years ago. POPULAR SEA TRIPS. The favourite saloon steamers of the Liver- pool and North Wales Steamship Company dis- embarked' a large number of passengers at Llan- dudno during- the holidays, and despite the cold breezes the traflic by these boat", between Liver- pool and Llandudno, as well as the special trips from LJandudno to other places of interest, oompared very favourably with that of previous years, Captain Roberts and the pier staff, to- gether with Mr Arthur Pa.rton and the local officials of the Steamship Company, experienced an exceedingly busy time, but coped admirably with the extra work. On Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, the "La Marguerite' arrived at Llandudno from Liver- pcol, each day with close upon 2000 passengers on board, and afterwards proceeded up the Menai Straits, calling at Llandudno on the re- turn journey to Liverpool. On Bank-holiday, the Company's whole fleet of steamers were well patronised. The regular daily sailings between Liverpool, Llandudno, and the Menai Straits were taken by the "La Marguerite." The "St. El vies" made special mcrning and afternoon excursions from Llan- dudno up the Alc!;al Straits. The "Snowdon" proceeded fw. a. trip to Carnarvon, and a spe- cial trip round the Isle of Anglesey was made by the "St. Tudno." The small steamer, "St. Eilian;" made very enjoyable trIps towards Rhyl in the morning, and to the Menai Straits in the afternoon. PIER CONCERTS. There was a crowded audience at the Pier Pavilion on Saturday evening to enjoy the se- oond grand spec.al concert of the present season. At this concert, Mr Arthur W. Payne, fresh from his Metropolitan triumph, made his first appearaiuce this year to conduct the augmented o-che-stra which had hitherto been uriaCr the able command of Mr Walter Haigh (the deputy conductor). Upon making his appearance on the platform, Mr Payne was welcomed with ringing cheers lrcm both the audience and the members of the orchestra. Having bowed his acknowledgments, the whole audience stood up and joined the orchestra in a spirited rendering of the National Anthem- The programme opened with a capital rendi- tion by the orchestra of Edward German's Welsh Rhapsodie, which was composed for the Cardiff Festival of 1904. Following this was Rossini's Overture to "William Tell," which was also greeted with leud expressions of ap- proval. Other favourite orchestral items in- cluded Wagner's Overture to Tannhauser, Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsody, and a Grand Fan- tasia, "Luoia.. do Lammcrmoor by Donizetti, which wias given for tl e first time at Llandudno. Mr Frederic Siegl oontribu'ed a delightfully- played violin solo, the composition of Sarasate, for which he was loudly applauded. 'I"lie prin- cipal vocalist was Miss Gertrude Lonsd'ale, who gave in tho first instance a splendid rendering of "Che faro Scnza Euridice" (Genek), and re- sponded to a hearty encore. In the second part of tho programme, Miss Lonsdale gave a very effoc ive rendering of "The Kerry Dance" (Molloy), for which she was again loudly en- cored. Mr Henry Turnpenny, an old favourite at theee concert, gave very effeciive renderings of GOUIKXTS r'Lend. me your aid," and a new sonig by 1 eresa-Del-Riego, etit--t,led "Love is all thinp." SACRED CONCERT. There was another large- audience at the sacred concert on Sunday evening, when the pro- gra.mme opened with one of Schubert's Over- ture, which was given for the first time at Llan- dudno. following this came Mendelssohn's Symphony, "Tno Hymn of Praise," after which Mr Henry Turnpenny gave a. very pleasing ren- dering of tho Aria, "Bo thou faithful unto death (Mendelssohn). Mr Frederic Siegl plav- ed a violin solo, "Berceuse" (Farnefelt). Weber's concertstuck for pianoforte and orchestra was most effectively played by Mr George Atkinson and the orchestra. Mr lfenry Turnpenny sang with much effect "The Sailor's Grave." After a selection from Mozart's 12th mass, the con- cert concluded with a VV hitsuntide hymn Wh«n God of old ciiiic down from Heaven," in which the audience joined. BANK HOLIDAY MUSIC. The programme for Monday evening's concert wa-s of a popular nature, opening with two of s marches, "El Captain and "Stars and Stripes, followed by Herald's Overture to "Zampa" and Strauss' "Kaiser," Waltz, Goun- od a Grand Fantasia "Faust," Suppe's Over- ture "Poet and Peasant," MydiuHeton*s selection of Scotch airs, Mendelssohn's "Bees' Wed'ding Spring Song.^ etc- Mr A. Hall s cornet solo, "The Lost Chord," was an attractive item' which was loudly encore-d, the artist responding with "Tie Bettor Land." Mr F. C. Hutton contributed a piccolo solo, "Fairy Revels." Mr Henry Turnpenny's contributions were "The Sailor's Grave," "The Scwgs of Arabv," and "Cme into the garden, Maud A most enjoyable selection of operatic music was given, OIl Tuesday evening from 11 Trova- tore, II Pagbacci, Carmen, J^oliencrin, Gaval- loria. Rust lean, and the Mikado. Mr Leonard Brough contributed a clarinet solo, and Mr Henry Turnpenny sang "Love Sounds tho Alarm, and "If all the stars were diainonds." A miscellaneous concert was given on Wed- nesday evening, vhen Mr Henry Turnpenny was again the vocalist. Messrs Siegl and Hu.nct'- hammer contributed a violin duett, and Mr John Brans ton a trombone solo. IIAPPY VALLEY MINSTRELS OPENING CONCERT. At the Princes 1 heat re on Saturday evening Mr W. J. Churchill s iamous Happy Valley minstrels opened their season with an excellent entertainment. An attractive programme had been arranged for the occasion- After the opening chcrus by the company, Mr W. A. Reed contributed a song entitled "The Boys in Scarlet and Red." Mr Sam Morrison was much appreciated in his i-em "Love me, and tli- A-orlti is mine, as also was Mr Harry Beckley in his humorous contribution "My word' if I catch you bending." Mr Harry Hen rick received a loud ovation for his humorous song, "Irish Mary." Mr George Snow gave an excellent rendering of a humorous g, "I like to be whc-re trio money is," and responded to a per- sistent encore. Mr Fred Salcombo sang "By the Blue Lagoon, and Mr Charles Bavman "The Hottentot Love Song." Miss Clara" Far- ran, the black topsy, was loudly applauded for her song" I a feeling for you," and Mr icilin Callen was heartily cheoicd for his ren- dering of "When the coon band comes to town." Mr VV. J. Churchill was vociferously encored for his humorous song "Good-bye, Ennly Jane," and responded with a humorous ad<i!ress on the temperance question, which created rears of laughter. Mr Murrcll followed with a song "In the valley of Switzerland." An interesting item on tho programme was tho comic finale, written by the popular ccmedian, Mr W. J. Churchill, entitled "The Galloping Runaway Army" Mr Charles Rayman opened the second por- tion of the concert with a song, "Old King Cole," a.nd was followed by Mr Denbigh Coop- er, who gave an excellent rendering of a senti- mental song entitled "Dick Turpin'a Hide to York." Mr Murrell sang "When the sunset paints the distant hills with rcse," which was well received. A duett, entitled "Wo left the baby on the shore." was well rendered by Messrs Bayman ar.id Bruges, after which Mr and Mrs Farran

RHYL WELL PATRONISED. COUNCIL'S ENTERPRISE PROVES FRUITFUL. Rhyl residents have had the satisfaction of en- joying a far larger share of public patronage du- ring the Whitsuntide holidays than for many years past, and this was in a large measure due to the enterprise of the Council in pushing for- ward their Marine Gardens scheme. The traffic returns on the railway show a marked improve- ment, while the hotel proprietors, boarding estab- lishments, and lodging-house keepers generally say they have never had a better Whitsuntide. The only unsatisfactory feature was the somewhat chilly weather conditions, though, with the ex- ception of rain on Sunday evening, it was fine overhead. On Saturday, the weather was fine and bright, and the sunshine returns show that Rhyl en- joyed 14.5 hours of the sun's bright rays on that day, but the sea was rough, a very heavy swell making it impossible for the steamers of the Mer- sey Trading Company (who had started their regular service) to land at the pier. Many of the smaller boats and motor launches were, however, to be seen in the harbour and on the Marine Lake, and with an improvement in the conditions Sunday and Monday witnessed many enjoying the marine excursions. The roughness of the sea did not prevent bathing, and the mixed bathing ground was more popular than ever. At the baths there was a steady demand throughout the holidays. THE GARDENS. As was to be expected, the centre of attraction this holiday was .the Marine Gardens, and here, on Sunday evening, upwards cf 1000 passed through to listen to the excellent programme of cMr De Jong's line band gave them, whilst outside the railings bordering the gardens a huge crowd assembicd until the rain sent them for shelter. It was the first sacred concert given under municipal patronage for many years in Hhyl, and the applause which greeted the num- bers showed how much both visitors and residents appreciated the entertainment. On Monday, also, the gardens were well patronised, the fine promenade on the seaside being the favourite por- tion of the new grounds, although with the keen wind from the sea this was by no means the most sheltered spot. The success of the undertaking is assured, for visitors have freely expressed them- selves as more than satisfied with what is provided for them. If there was a jarring note heard this Whitsun- tide at Rhyi it was that the Palace was not ready for entertainments, but, on the other hand, at no previous Whitsuntide has Rhyl provided such an excellent round of entertain- ments. Messrs Adeler and Sutton gave first- class entertainments to large audiences in the Town Hall, and although they had hoped to have their new pavdion ready in the Olympian Gar- dens for Monday, it was found impossible to com- plete the structure by that day, and so the open- ing was postponed until to-day (Thursday) when a very fine building, fitted with every accommo- dation, will be ready for the entertainments. Mr Gilbert Rogers commenced his season on the sands with a thoroughly up-to-date troupe, and hero throughout the holidays both old and young appear to have thoroughly enjoyed them- selves. Rhyl has just now plenty of "living picture" entertainments, not less than three shows run- ning daily. That at the Central HaM, by Mr Cheetham, retains its unique position, and crowd- ed houses have been the order of the day, while liberal support has been bestowed on those at the Victoria Hall, and in the Bijou Pavilion, the lat- ter being the only entertainment now running on the pier. NEW GOLF COURSE. As regards the other entertaining features, the new 18-hole golf course brought many golfers to Rhyl, and the greens were found to be in ex- cellent condition. In addition to the bowling green at the Marine Lake, a new ground has been opened at Glanmorfa, where many bowlers en- joyed many pleasant hours at their favourite pas- time. It had been arranged by the Yacht Club to sail off some of their races during the holidays, but as several boats were engaged in other fix- tures down the coast the events were postponed until after the holidays. Coaching hM been very brisk during the week- end, and the most popular drives have been to Llanfair and Ruthin, the latter being a new- drive. Up to the present Rhyl has not granted licences for the running of motor cars for n!ea- sure parties, but there have been a very large number of private cars in the district during the holidays, and motorists speak very highly of the great improvement which has been carried out bv the County Council, in conjunction with Mrs Rowley Conwy, on the Rhuddlan-road, where a very'dangerous bend in the road has been al- tered and straightened.

INFLUX OF VISITORS TO BANGOR. Notwithstanding the unsettled weather, the holiday traffic at Bangor was well up to the a,vorage of previous years. The visitors com- menced to arrive on Saturday by boat and rail, and the annual re-union in eonncction with the College brought a largo number of former North Wales Training College students into the city. On Monday, the annual athletic sports was the single attraction, but it sufficed to fill tl. city witti visitors, and it is expected that tho event will again prove a financial, as ccr- taiidy it w as aa athletic success- A feature of the holiday was the large num- ber of picnic partioj, which left the town for Abar, Pcnmon, Ogv. on Lake, and other pretty spots in the neighbourhood. The pier was well patronised throughout the day, and Gorra d's troupe of entertainers per- formed before crowded audiences. Whilst the rest of the residents enjoyed the holiday, the students of the University College had perforce to attend lec.ures at the College.

NORTH WALES HORSE SHOW. SUCCESSFUL EXPERIMENT AT CARNARVON. THE PRIZE LIST. (From Our Reporter.) For the first t.ime since its inception in 1881, the annual North Wales Horse Show was held in the open at Carnarvon on Whit-Mond-ay. It was an experin.ont which depended for its suc- cess entirely upJ:l the weather, but fortunately the day turned out delight!uxiy line, though in the early morning there were ominous signs. The spacious Pavilion has hitherto been the scene of tho show, but the cxnmittee felt that the space was rather limited for the trotting- and jumping competitions, so the risky ex peri- merit of holding tne show in the open was decided upon, and tto well-known and admir- ably situated Coedheleri grounds were secured. The change of venue, it' might be mentioned, involved an extra expenditure of JS15. Whilst it cannot claim to have established a rcoord, this year's show attracted over live hundred IJ'Û'<S'18 all excess of last year B attendance, and! irom a spectacular point of view the show was certainly an improvement on its prede- cessors- AJ1 the judgcu were unanimous in pass- ing the exhibits, and the iugn level of excel- lence attained at the show is not surprising when it, is remembered that ic offers forty per cent. more in prizes than any other show in North Walea The entries were a dozen in excess of those of last year. The committoc were sihgularly fortunate in securing st;c i an equine enthusiast as Mr C. G. Asshoton-Smith, of Vaynol, to act as president, and ho WM present in the showfield through- out the day, with. Mrs C. G. both showing keen interest in the pro- ceedings. '1 tie v.co-president was Mr V. P. Lort, Bryniau, Bangor, and Capt- N. P-. Sto- wart, Plus Lodwig, Bangor, acted as chairman of the Executive Committee, Mr M. T. Mor- ris, Bronmenai, Carnarvon, oeing the vice- chairman. The treasurer was Mr G. 11. Hum- phreys, Lloyds Bank, Carnarvon, and again Mr Dan Rhys, CartiirNoti, discharged the secre- tarial duties with that thoroughness and en- thusiasm which always characterises him. Mr II. J. Angel, Pool-street, had charge of the catering arrangements at the show. The superintendents were:—Capt. N. P. Ste- wa.rt, Messrs V. P. Lort, J. Heathcote Addie, Llanwnda; 0. p. Hughes, c: wynfa, Carnarvon; D. O. Williams, Tymawr, C'lynnog; Daniel Hughes, Llwynvgwalch, Grceslon; F. L. Lloyd, Fron, Carnarvon M. T. Morris, Carnarvon; G. II- HurnphleJ", Carnarvon; W. Hesketh Hughes, Carnarvon; E. Evans, Frondeg, Car- narvon; John Davies, Muriau, Carnarvon; W. S. Jones, M.inafon, Carnarvon; Alwynne Carter, Carnarvon; D. T. Edwards, Carnarvon; Ernest W. Jones, Minafon; and Major Whisk in, Car- narvon. The stewards were:—Dr. Robert Owen. Bod- nant, Penygroes; Messrs R- P. Harding, Bryn- tirion; H. J. Gardner, Kirkland, Yalky; Mor- ris Williams, Voel Farm, Brynsiencyn; George Brymer, junior, Bridge-street, Carnarvon; Jones, junior, Phis Llandagdalen, Carnarvon; Henry Owen, Bridge-street, Carnarvon; A. W. S. Williams, Brynaerau, Clynnag; William Jones, Plas Llandegfan, Menai Bridge; D. R. Jones, junior, Crugeran, Sarn, Pwllheli; Thos. Joncn, Gell.iniog Wen, Dwyran, Anglesey; D. S. Dav:dt>on, Church-street, Carnarvon; Griffith Jones, Nyffryn, Dltio, Pwllheli; Llew. Prirchard, Bryn Cadnant, Carnarvon. The judgeo were: Messrs Morris Evans, Ber- riew, W. Forester wddio, l'owis Castle Park, Welshpool; A. N. Forwcod, Nantwich; Evan Jones, Llandeilo, S.W.; the President, the Vice-President, Capt- N. P. Stewart, and Mr J. Heathcote Addie: and iwr Richard Hughes, Osvvct-Jtry, acted as hon. veterinary surgeon. OPINIONS OF THE JUDGES. Mr Morris Evans, who judged the heavy hcr, informed our r'Cl¡(Jrt0Ir that they were a credit to the farmers and tho brooders, and he referred in very eulogistic terms to the black gelding "Tom," owned by Mr Richard Wil- liams, Bodvvrog, Gwalrhmai, which wo.n the champion cup presented by rue President for the beat geldirvg or ma,ro suitable for agricul- tural work, tho property of a bona-iide tenant farmer. Taking them all round the shi.e horses were very creditable, and there was not one unsound a.nimal amemg the lot. With "Tich March Baroncos," the bay from the University College of North Wales Farm, who secured the silver modal offered by the Shire Horse Society, the judgo was veiy pleased, and also with the winners in the class for the best agricultural or cart stallion. The first prizo went to "Umber- sladb," owned by Mr George Ingman, near Mold, a big weighty animal, and the second prize to the University Co-liege of North Wales, "Madryn Frid.r, an extremely good second, said the judge, with extraordinarily good foet and legs; "an animal which will stand vorv high in tho saire horse world in a few years added Mr Ev:ui.-J. Tho third, "Ashwell Keith, shown by Mr Owen Jones, Peubron, Amlwch, was also a good horse- t;1 light horse section the Hon. Mrs Wa-d, ir H t>' -n; ai*t Messrs John Jones, Dinarth Ilall 1. oily Stud, Colwyn Bay. praet'cailv MvCpt the board. The J+tter's "Julia Dot" obtained the silver meoal <ffered by the Hackney Horse S,ccie-ty for th-o hackney or pony, m;1 N', iiLly or filly foal that was reg-hstercxl or elitfibls tor registration in the Hackney Stud Book Tho prizo given by Sir II. J. Ellis-Nannev Bart.. for tho best hack not under 14.2 and un- der 15.2 hands, shown, under saddle, was won by "Hobm Gray," owned by Mr W- J Davey Ma^stny-nan Hall, Afonwen. The judge of tho hunters stated that the prize winners were exceptionally good weight earners. 'The Monk," the property of Mr J. i. Oliver, .Llanwnda, was a most useful horse "A good! animal'' was his verdict on "N-aas owned by M.<» 1). L. Hampton Lewis He'dlv's Beaumaris, the winner of tho "Light Wrvght Hunter" class, the rest of the animals in the class oolllg only fair. Generally ip^aking the hack classes were good- Mr Ricliar(k, Llitn- gwyfan., iyeroes, with "Gloomy," easily won the prize given by the Piesic.ent for the best weight carrying^ pony not exceeding 14.2 hands. Pony judsfe, Mr Evan Jones, remarked that all tho winners were good class animah, A strong class competed for the prize offend by Capt. N. P. Stewart for the best pony ridden by a bov or girl "hot over 14 years of age, "Anglerev Merrv Gi.rl," a four-year-old dark bay, owned by Mr Owen IT. Parrv. Nanhoron Arms Hotel, bo-in.g far and away the best ex- hibit. The claco for the best pure lircfl Welsh mountain pony was described by the judfce es very weak. There was only e nonv stallion not cxc--e.lin.g- 13 hands on exhibition—Messrs John J ones s "Tom Tit," a two-year-old bay, but it wan deemed quite worthy of tie prized Among those on the grand stand who wit- nessed the junmintr and trotting competitions were: Sir II. J. EIlis-Nanney, Bart,, Mr and Mrs J. S. Barnard, Bryn bras Castle; Capt. the Hon. Clearg Hill and Mrs Clegs- Hill, Major and Mrs Were. Mr Ellis W- Davics, M.P* and Mr Browne, Llanfa-ir Hall. THE PRIZE WINNERS. The following is a lid of prizo winners:—• Agricultural or cart stallion 1, George Ingman, Bryn Offa Stud, near Mold; 2, University College of North Wales; 3, Owen Jones, Peibron, Amlwch- Shire mare, filly, or filly foa!, regis- tered or eligible for registration in the Stud Book University College of North Wales. Team for agricultural purposes, open to all comers resident within the area of the show: 1, Thomas Williams, Llyslew, Gaerwen; 2, Wil- liam Edwards, 27, Kingsland, Holyhead. Team for agricultural purposes, not exceed- ing live yoars old, exclusively worked on a farm, the property of a bcnalide tenant farmer, bred within the limits of the society (prices presented by Mr F. Stewart Barnard): 1, Richard Williams, Bodwrog, Gwalch- mai; 2, John Edw ards, Penbol, Rhosgoch; 3, Humphrey Francis, Hafod Onen, Amlwch. Horse and cart or lurry, for heavy work, re- stricted to tradesmen and oarriers: 1, J. R. prit. chard, Tea Mart, Carnarvon: 2, W. Edwards, Holyhead; 3, Robert Griffith, Garth Farm, LI an- wnda. Cart mare with foal at foot, or to' foal before the 31st July following: 1, University College of

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appeared ill a oomical sketch, which was thor- oughly appreciated by the audience. The con- cert concluded with a comio sketch entitled" All Alike," the roles being sustained by Mr Sam Morrison, Mr W. J. Churchill, Mr 11. Beckley, Mr W. Reed, and Mr J. Callatn. The minstrels have been performing daily this week to large audiences in the Happy Val- ley, and it is generally agreed that Mr Church- ill's troupe this year is the largest and best ever seen at Llandudno. "THE GAY RIVER." Messrs Adelor and Sutton s Pier-rots opened their season at the Pier-head with a musical comedy entitled "The Gay River." In this the company have endeavoured as far as possible without scenery or the accessories and surround- ings of a theatre to realise the atmosphere of life on the Riverside. The audience are ro- quested to imagine a hcusebcat moored at Tagg's Island, Hamptot> Court. The company included such well-known artistes as lVlir Marian Edwards, Miss Con- stance Clive, Miss Dora Laugham, Miss Harriet Fawn, Miss Nellie Crawford, Messrs Frank Dunlop, Bert Byrne, Norman Greene, Francis Rayne. "THE IDLER" AT THE PRINCE'S. A large audience was attracted to the Prince's Theatre on Monday evening, whero the boards were occupied by Mrs T- Greenwood Croft's talented company who appeare-cl in the society play, "The Idler" (by Haddon Chambers). The company coiusisted ot several favourite artistes, and tlho beautiful scenery and die.rses proved most effective. Mr Phillio Cunningham ap- pc-ared to great advantage as Mark Cross, and the role of Sir John Harding was weli sustain- ed by Mr Stephe-n T. Ewart. Lady Hardiing wais represented in a mcst realistic manner bj Mrs T. Greenwood Cro-ft, and the character of Mrs Mark Cross was played excellently by Miss Els{>eth Dudgeon. The ether artistes included in the caste were Mr William Attfiold as Simon Strong, Mr Richard Daiton as Gerald1 Merry- weather, Mr Haldane Daiton as 13ciiiiett, and Miss Zee Davis aa Kate Mcrryweather, and Miss Rota Trelselle as Mrs Glynne Stanmore- The play was also presetv.ed on Tuesday and Wednesday, and has been well patronised. VISIT OF BL&SES 0' Til BARN BAND. The Grand Theatre was invaced by a large crowd C'agor to hear the famous Besses o' th' Barn bit no, who gave two concerts daily on Mon- day and iuecxtla-y. The bandmaster was Mr Chirk. Smith, and the conductor- Mr A. Owen. The playinig of the band was superb. A trom- bone solo, "My old Kentucky Home" (Wee- dall) was well rciWered by Mr VV Weed-all, and it is intereocing to note that the solo was of 11,,8 own composition. The euphonium solist, MrE. P. Kerry, contributed a solo "Jenny Jones" (RimmorJ which was much appreciated. The items played by the band wereMarch, "Round the world" (Owen), overture, "Zampa" (Hcrold), selection, "Beethoven" (arr. by A. Owen), valse, "Irene" (Raymond), selection "Maritana" (Wallace), and' a la,nta-sia, "Memo- ries of Britain" (Rimmer). The band comes from Whi.eficld, near Man- chester, and takes its name from a quaint old Lancashire village called the Besses o' th' Barn, which at the commencement of the band s history was simply a. email hamlet of a few tenements, in which time has now wrought many changes. ROLLER SKATING- The Roller Skating Rink at the Hippodrome, which has gained such popularity witn the pub- lic, has been well patron-hod during the holidays by skaters as well as speotatora The gall-ery etch night was crowded with spectators, who obtained no small amount of amusement from watching the frantic enolutions of thoe not very well versed in the a.rt, and of whom there were a considerable number on Whit-Mon- day evening. The skating was rendered mghly enjoyablo by tihe selections of music which were plaveo: by the highly-efficient military band which is an attendance. --ft

North Wales; 2, Thomas Jones, Gelliniog Wen, Dwyran- Calrt geldling or mare, four years old and upwards, restricted to bona-fide tenant farmers (prizes presented by Lord Boston): 1, Thomas Williams, Llyslew, Gaerwen; 2, John Ed- wards, Penbol, Rhosgoch; 3, Humphrey Francis, Ilafcd Amlwoh. Cart gelding or filly, foa.kd after the 1st January, 1905 (restricted to bona-fide tenant farmers): 1 and 3, Richard Williams, Bodwnog, C walohmai; 2, John Edwards, Penbol, Rhos- gcch. Oart gelding or filly, foaled after the 1st January, 1906: 1, Morris Williams, Voel Farm, Brynsiencyn; 2, Robert Parry, Gian- 'rafon, Dolwen, Abergele; 3, Mrs Mary Jones, Bodafon Hall Farm, Uandudrio. Cart cqlt or filly, foaled after the 1st Janu- ary, 1907: 1, University College of North Walc.-i: 2, Hugh Lewie, Cwirtai, '1'ycroes, Angle- sey; 3, W. A. Prytherch, Bodfeudau, Tycroes, An y. Gelding or mare, suitable for agricul- tural work, shown in any other class or clashes in t.he show.. The property of a bona-fide tenant farmer (champion cup presented by the president, Mr C. G. Assheton-Smith): 1, Richard Williams, Gwalchmai; 2, John Edwards, Penbol, Rhosgoch; 3, Thomas Williams, Llyslew, Gaerwen- Hackney entire horse, 15 handb and over: 1, the Hon. Mrs Ward, Morfa, Old Colwyn; 2, W. Hughes Jones, Fron, Llangefni. Cob. etailion, under 15 hands: 1, John Jones and Son, Dinarth Hall Pony Stud, Colwyn Bay; 2, Miss Eurgain Lort, Bangor. Hackney or lw-nv niaro, filly or filly foal that is registered or eligible for registration in the Hackney Stud Book (a silver modal was ofFered by the Hackney Horw Society): Messrs John Jones and Son, Dinarth Hall. Entire colt., calculated to produce saddle or harness horses (foaled after the 1st of January, 1906): 1, Messrs John Jones and Son; 2, Dr. Robert. Owen, Bcdnant, Penygroes. 'Trademan's best. turnout, horse and convey- ance for light work, moot adapted to his busi- ness: 1, G. Cornelius Roberts, Maes, Pwllheli; 2, John Daviee, Muriau, Carnarvon; 3, J. B. Parker, Pcol-stroet, Carnarvon. Gelding or ma.re, r.ot under 14 hands shown .in harno-K: 1, Arthur E. Evans, Bronwylfa, Wrexham; 2, W. Williams, Ffinfa, Portdinorwic; 3, J. T. Oliver, Plasffynon, Llan- wnda. Gelding* or mare under 14 handfe, shown in harness: 1, Arthur E. Evans, Wrexham; 2, Ellis Jones, Plasybryn, Llanbcdr, Merioneth; 3, Messrs John Jones and Son, Colwyn Buy. THE HUNTERS. Weight-carrying hunter (14 stone and over) shown under the saddle: 1, J. T. Oliver, Plas- ffynon, Llanwnda; 2, Arthur Jones, Plas lien, Gaerwen 3, John Roberts, Church-street, Beau- maris. Light weight hunter shown under the saddle: 1. Mi, D. L. Hampton Lewis, Ilcnllys, Beaumaris; 2, Major Lawrence Williams, Parc- iau, Llaneugrad, Menai Bridge; 3, 0. Trevor Williams, Glanaber, Llangefni. Hack not under 14.2 and under 15-2 hands, shown under the saddle (prizes presented by Sir H. J. Ellis-Nanney, Ba.rt.): 1, W. J. Davey, Ma-eamynan Hall, Afonwen, Flintshire; 2, 0.' Trevor Williams, Llangefni; 3, W. A. Darbi- shire, Penybryn, Carnarvon. Hack, under 14.2 liands, shown under the saddle: 1, Dr. Rohert Owen, Bodnant, Peny- grces; 2, Willitim II. Jones, Ffcram Rhosydd, Bodorgan; 3, Robert Jones, Palace-street, Car- narvon. Gelding or mare, not exceeding five years old, and not under 15-2 hands, calculated to make a brougham horse, restricted to bona-fide tenant farmers: 1, Thomas Jones, Tymawr, Llangwvllog; 2, Henry Parry, Gian'rafon, Pontrug; 3, W. T. Jone", Plas Tandinas, Llandwrog. Gelding or marc, not exceeding five years, and not under 15-2 hands, to be shown under saddle 1, the Hon. Mrs Ward, Old Colwyn; 2, William IIuKhes Jones, Bryngwyn, Cemaeo, Anglesey. Mare, with loaf-at foot, or to foal before the 31st July following, prizes to be with-held until evidence of foaling be produced. Suitable for saddle or harness: 1, Hugh Owen, The Abbey, Llanrwst; 2, the Hon. Mrs Ward, Old Colwyn. Gelding or mare, calculated for saddle or har- ness, foaled after the Isi January, 1905: 1, Messrs John Jones and Son, Cctwvn, Bay; 2, J. Cornelius Roberts. Maes. Pwllheli; 3, W. J. Davey, Maesmynan Hall, Afonwen, Flintshire- Cob, not under 14 hands, and not exceeding 14 hands, shown under the saddle: 1, W7. Wil- liams, Ffinfa, Portdinorwic; 2, James Tomkin- son, Nannerch, near Mold; 3, R. Williams, Bryn- tirion, Dyffryn, Merioneth. Cob, not under 14^ hands, and not exceeding 2 15 hands, shown under the saddle: 1, Wr. j. Davey, Afonwen, Flintshire; 2, the Hon. Mrs Ward, Old Colwyn. Gelding or mare, suitable for harness or saddle work, shown in any other class or classes in the show: 1, Arthur E. Evans, Bronwylfa, Wrexham. Pony stallion, 11 hand.-? and not. exceeding 13 hands: 1, Messrs John Jones and Son, Colwyn Bav. Mare, not exceeding 13-2 hands, entered, or eligible to be entered, in the Welsh Pony and Cob Society's Stud Book (silver medal offered by the Welsh Pony and Cob Society) Mr John Jones, Colwyn Bay. Pony mare, not exceeding 14 hands, with foal at foot (prizes presented by the vice-president, Mr V. P. Lort): 1, John Jones, Colwyn Bay; 2, J. B. Parker, Pool-street, Carnarvon. Pony, gelding or mare, not under 13 and under 14 hands: 1, Arthur E. Evans, Wrex- ham; 2, Ellis Jones, Plasybryn, Llanbedr, Mer- ioneth 3, Messrs John Jones and Son, Colwyn Bay. Pony, gelding or mare, not exceeding 13 hands 1, Messrs John J ones and Son, Colwyn, Bay; 2 a.nd 3, Owen H. Parry, Nanhoron Arms Hotel, Nevin. Pony, not exceeding 13 hands, to be ridden by boy or girl not over 14 years of age (prizes presented by Captain N. P. Stewart]: 1, Owen H. Parry, Nevin; 2, W. Brocklebank, Parciau, Carnarvon. I Pure bred Wekh mountain pony, gelding or mare, not exceeding 12 hands: i, K '1'. Roberts, g Newborough Vaults, Pwllheli; 2. Henry Parry, Gian'rafon, Pontrug; 3, W. Brocklebank, Parciau, Carnarvon. Weight carrying Pon Y, not under 14 and hot exceeding 14.2 hoixis (prize cup pre- sented by the president, Mr C. G. Assheton- Smith) 1, W. T. Richards, Llangwyfan, Tycroes. Trotter,'shown under the saddle: 1, J Tom- kinson Nannerch, near Mold; 2, Ellis Jones, I lasybryn, Laanbodr, Merioneth. Jumping gelding or mare 1, Arthur Jonee, I lot,hen, (jaerwen.