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COLWYN BAY HORTICULTURAL SHOW. ANOTHER HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL EXHIBITION. FULL LIST OF AWARDS. AN AMBITIOUS SCHEME FOR NEXT YEAR. In previous years the Colwyn Bay Horticul- tural Society's annual exhibitions have been marred very considerably by wretched weather. This year's show, which was held on Thursday, was happily, better favoured in this respect, most propitious conditions prevailing. Natural- ly, this fact conduced very materially towards the gratifying success achieved, but from more than one point of view it is questionable whether evcai bad weather could have robbed tho exhibition of all its glory. FOT instance, no amount of bad weather could have dispossessed Mr Walter Whitehead, Madame Riviere (the presidents), Mr T. E. Purdy, and the industrious band of other officers of the great credit due to them for their untiring work on behalf of the show. At one time t.he proepects of the flower show season unfavourable, for flowers and plants matured unusually early in the year. Many exhibitors, as a matter of fact, lost all their chances this year on that account. Generally speaking, however, tho show gardener is, un- like the farmer, an optimist; he hopefully lives to "try again," and tiiose who have attended to their second crop a with any care havo no rea- son to regret it, for the flowers particularly have picked up remarkably well during the last few weeks. A month ago Mr Bernard Lucas had a collection of carnations and picotees, which ex- perts declare would have commanded attention in any show in the kingdom, but, though they were of no avail so far as the Colwyn Bay show was concerned, he did not despair. With splen- ,-did courage lie set about preparing for a later- -bloonling lot with the result that he won every prize offered in that. section on Thursday. Notwithstanding the fact that there were few- er* classes than in former years the number of entries reached the grand total of 700, far and away the largest number known in connection with the Society, and all those in a position to know were of the opinion that in point, of quality and general excellence practically all the exhibits were infinitely better than any shown previously. The show is, therefore, advancing in a very pleasing manner, and it was not sur- prising to hear that the committee are con- templating the preparation of a two-day pro- gramme next year. The irrepressible Mr Pur- dy, who excellent work on tehalf of tihe So ciety was so substantially acknowledged by the President, sees no reason why Colwyn Bay should not have the very best flower show in North Wales, and even hints that the Shrews- bury Show Committee would do well to see to. their laurels. It will not be the fault of the Executive Committee's Chairman if the flower show of the future will not help as much as any- thing to bring Colwyn Bay into very wide re- pute. He maintains, and very properly, that the air and the climatic conditions which arefa- vourable to horticulture must necessarily be healthy, and that no more eloquent testimony to the climatio conditions of Colwyn Bay could be found than is afforoied by the profusion of its flora. Obviously, therefore, flower cultivation is to be encouraged. SOME FEATURES. In the plant section, three prizes were offered for the best group of plants in pots arranged for effect, and some splendid specimens were shown. In this competition the first prize was awarded to Mr Walter Whitehead, the respec- ted President of the show, but two ladies ran him very cJosely-Mrs Houghton taking second, and Mrs Schiel making a good third. In the competition for the bed miscellaneous plants arranged for effect, Mr Whitehead proved an easy first, Mrs J. Orosfield being second, and Mrs Houghton third. The sp-xjfal features in the section for cut flowers wcro the roses, sweet peas, and cama- tions. In this section, Col. Gee, of Caerhun, was a prominent winner, taking the principal prize for a splendid selection of eighteen hy- brid roses of a dozen or more varieties, as well as first prizo in the olass for six roses of four varieties. Mr J. J. Wooler was awarded first prize for 12 hybrid roses, as well as a special prize of 10s 6d. In the carnation classes, Mr Bernard Lucas captured every prize. There was a very keen comeptition in the class for the production of a garden aranged for effect. It brought forth some of the finest col- lections seen this year. The Pwllycroohan Hote] Company carried off first honours with Mr James Amphlett a worthy second. The clap--es for sweet peas were also very keenly contested and very tastefully set out, Mr Charles Reynolds proving a popular first-prize winner. The display of produce was a verv important feature of the show, and it is well worth en- couraging. The vegetable classes which were keenly contested were very effectively arranged. In the fruit section some exceptionally fine grapes were seen. In the vop,lIon of the judges somo of the exhibits were gocd enough to grace the tables of a Shrewsbury show. The principal prizes were won by the Pwllycrochan I Hotel Company, whilst Mr James Amphlett too-k two second prizes, and Mrs Houghton made a good third in both classes. The table decoration cla.s. in which prizes were offered for the best floral decorated tuble by Madame Riviere, proved very interesting, the first prize in awarded to Mrs A. Holfc. Mrs C. Reynolds took second place, and Mrs Little third. OFFICIALS AND COMMITTEE. The promoters were fortunate in having for their president, Mr Walter Whitehead, who was ably assisted by Madame Riviere as lady pre- sidenfc. The vice-president included: Mr James Amphlett, Mrs Brock, Mr W. Herbert Bourne, Mr George Bevan, Mr R. A. Edgar, Mr T. Edge, Mrs Eden, Mr J. Faulkner, Mr D. Gamble. Col. Thomas Gee, Mr W. D. Houghton, Mr William Horton, Sir Alfred L. Jones, Mr T. Lawrence, Mr G. W. Mould, Sir C. McLaren, Bart., M.P., Mr Francis Nunn, Mr T. G. Osborn, M.A., J.P., Mr W. J. Plews, Mrs Pearson, Miss Porter, Mr T. E. Purdy, Mr J. Herbert Roberts, M.P., Mr Charles Reynolds, Mr J. W. Raynes, Mr W. Robcrtson, Mr F. Stancliffe, Mrs Schill, Mr II. K. Shaw, Mons. G. Voute, Mr J. J. Wooler. The judges were Mr N. F. Barnes, of Eaton Hall, and Mr J. Saunderson, of Bodnant Hall. The committee, of which Mr T. E. Purdy was chairman, Mr W. Herbert Bourne treasurer, and Mr Walter Groom the energetic secretary, consisted of the following :-Messrs A. Blake- man, R. Booth, T. Baskerville, R, R. Clements, II. Davies, W. J. Dunning, E. Driver, J. Faulkner, W. Greenfield, John Hughes, R. J. Hughes, W. Hartley, W. Jackson, A. Jenkinson, David Jones, Thomas Jones, W. Kipps, W. Kilbourne, W. B. Lucas, Thomas Lawley, W. Owen, D. OWÛD, G. E. Rowland, and Thomas Sutton. THE OPENING CEREMONY. Mr W. Whitehead, president of the society, presided over the opening ceremony which was well attended. Amongst those present were:— Lady Herbert Roberts, Colonel and Mrs Gee, Mr and Mrs Brock, Mr Geo. Bevan, Mr Hugh Hughes, Mr W. H. Jones (chairman of the Llan. dudno Urban District Council), Madame Riviere, Mr Purdy, Mr and Mrs Chas. Reynolds, Mr James Amphlett, Mr Charles Lees (Conway), Mr Joserh Dicken, and Mr and Mrs Haigh. The chairman announced that, owing to the unavoid- able absence of Sir Charles McLaren, who was unable to attend in consequence of pressure of publio business, Colonel Gee had kindly con- sented to open the show. Colonel Gee then stepped forward, and said he much regretted the absence of Sir Charles and Lady McLaren, who were generally known to possess one of the finest gardens in the whole of England and Wales. Some of the trees in Sir Charles McLaren's gardens had been planted by smcli famous statesmen as W. E. Gladstone and John Bright. He thought that the Colwyn Bay Society deserved every encouragement, and congratulated them upon the success which had hitherto attended their efforts. Colwyn Bay was slightly hampered by the railway running between the town and the sea, but it should be their duty to make up for that by growing flowers to beautify the town, and he believed that was the chief object of the society. There was nothing more beautiful than a house or cot- tage covered with roses and creepers. He had great pleasure in declaring the show open (ap- plause). Mr George Bevan proposed a hearty vote of thanks to Colonel Gee for so kindly consenting to open the society's annual show, and for the timely hints given by him for the development of the beauty of Colwyn Bay, which was noted for its fine climate, and especially for horticulture (cheers). r Mr óck seconded, and said they all felt very ■ much indebted to Colonel Gee for comiiut o;)eii the show. "A friend in need was a friend indeed," and Colonel Gee, in taking the place of Sir Charles Maclaren at short notice, had proved himself to be a friend indeed (applause). PROGRAMME FOR THE FUTURE. Mr T. E. Purdy, in supporting the motion, salu tnat Colwyn Bay was situated in a unique position for flower and vegetable growing. The committee were trying to make the Oolwyn Bay show the show of North Wales (hear, hear). In Colwyn Bay they had perhaps more gardeners than any other locality in North Wales, and that was probably one of the reasons for the success of their show, Lsurt J'I show had bees ft. cord one. but this year had even beaten that record (hear, hear). The committee, which con- sistcd of gardeners and amateurs, numbered twenty, and their average attendance at the com- mittee meetings was 16 (hear, hear). The judges they had at this year's show had qualified to judge at Royal Shows (cheers). With regard to the future Mr Purdy said the committee were considering the idea of having a two-days' show next year, the first day for subscribers only, and the second day as a kind of gala day (hear, hear). It was also suggested to hold a show of roses in July, the horticultural show in August aiid a chrysanthemum show in November. The committee would be very pleased to receive suggestions at any time concerning either of the three shows. He would like to see the Horticul- tural Society grow into a huge concern like the National Eisteddfod and the Denbighshire and Flintshire Agricultural Show (applause). A PRESENTATION. The President announced that Madame Riviere and himself had purchased a small gold cup, which they intended presenting to Mr T. E. Purdy, as a token of their high appreciation of his efforts on behalf of horticulture in the dis- trict (hear, hear). Mr Purdy had worked hard in the promotion of the society, and they thought he was most deserving of the little token they were about to present to him (applause). Madame Rivierie then gracefully presented the gold cup to Mr Purdy. Mr Purdy returned thanks, and said the hand- some gift came quite unexpectedly. He there- fore appreciated it all the more, and thanked all for the kind way in which it had been presented to him. As long as he was able he hoped to do what he could for the promotion of horticul- ture in North Wales, especially in the Colwyn Bay district (applause). LIST OF AWARDS. The following is a list of the ei-wards:- SPECIAL PRIZES. Collection of vegetables (Sutton and Sons' seeds): 1, Misses Belcher, Ponmaenmawr; 2, J. J. Wabler, Beech House; 3, Pwllrcrochan Hotel Company. Collection of vegetables (Ci!bran"s seeds): 1, Misses Belcher, Fenmaenmawr; 2, Alexandra Neal, Rhoe-on-Sea; 3, Mrs A. Holt, Colwyn Bay. Violas: 1, W. B. Lucas, Colwyn Bay; 2, W. H. Bourne, Colwyn Bay; 3, Chas. Reynolds, Col wyn Bay. Single zonal geraniums: 1, W. H. Bourne, Colwyn Bay; 2, Mrs J/an ton, Colwyn Bay: Cactus dahlias: 1, Mrs Walthall, St. A.?aph. Tuberous begonias: 1, W. n. Bourne, Col- wyn Bay; 2, Mrs Schill, Colwyn Bay; 3, Mrs Haughton, Colwyn Bay. Sweet peas (II. Middlehurgt's seeds): 1, Chas. Reynolds, Colwyn Bay; 2, John Oldfiold, Rhuddlan; 3, Mrs Walthall, St. -xsaph. Hercules peas (Dickson and Robinson's seeds): I, PwUycrochan Hotel Company; 2, John Old- field, Rnuddlan; 3, Mrs Little, Colwyn Bay. Tomato "Mo-ieyniaker" (Dickson and Robin- son's seeds): 1, W. Whitehead, Colwyn Bay. OPEN TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN. Plant in pot: 1, Harry Hartley, Colwyn Bay; 2, H. H. Jones, Colwyn Bay; 3, T. Williams, Colwyn Bay. Fuchsia or musk in pot: 1, Florence Hanmer, Colwyn Bay; 2, Trevor Jones, Colwyn Bay; 3, Talbot Williams, Colwyn Bay. Fern in pot: 1, Henry Hartley, Colwyn Bay; 2, Hilda Brewster, Colwyn Bay; 3, Douglas Groome, Colwyn Bay. Geranium in pot: 1, George Lauky, Oolwyn Bay; 2, R. J. Jones, Colwyn Bay, 3, Emily Hanmer, Colwyn Bay. Wild flowers and grasses, made up by children at the show: 1, Eva Farrington; 2 Hilda Brewster; 3, Gwen Jones; 4, H. Caulson; 5, Fred Caulson; 6, Douglas Groome; 7, F. Kil- bourne; 8, Katie Williams; 9, R. J. Jones; 10, E. Hughes, 11, Taibot Williams. OPEN TO ALL SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS AND SCHOLARS. Outside garden flowers: 1, Mary Farrington, Colwyn Bay; 2, Lily Stone, Colwyn Bay; 3, Lilian Kilbourne, Colwyn Bay. PLANTS (Open). Group of plants in pots: 1, W. Whitehead, Colwyn Bay; 2, Mrs Houghton, Colwyn Bay; 3, Mrs Schill, Colwyn Bay. Stove and greenhouse plants: 1, Mrs J. Croa- field, Colwyn Bay: 2, MH Houghton, Colwyn Bay; 3, Mrs Schill, Colwyn Bay. ferns; 1, Mrs Houghton, Colwyn Bay; 2, W. Whitehead, Colwyn Bay; 3, Mrs J. Crosfield, Colwyn Bay. Single zonal geraniums: 1, W. W. Bourne, Colwyn Bay; 2, Mrs Lawton, Colwyn Bay; 3, J. J. Wooler, Colwyn Bay. Zonal Geraniums: 1, Mrs Houghton, Colwyn Bay. Tuberous begonias: 1, W. Bourne, Col wyn Bay; 2, Mrs Schill, Colwyn Bay; 3, Col. Thos. Gee, Caerhun. Four specimen tuberous begonias: 1, Mrs Houghton, Colwyn Bay; 2, Col. Gee, Caerhun. Gloxinias: 1, Mrs Houghton, Colwyn Bay; 2, Misses Belcher, Penmaenmawr; 3, W. White- head, Colwyn Bay. Collection of miscellaneous plants: 1, W. Whitehead, Colwyn Bay; 2, Mrs J. Crosfield, Colwyn Bay; 3, Mrs Houghton, Colwyn Bay. Stove or greeaihouee plant: 1, Mrs llougatoji, Colwvn Bay: 2. Mrs Schill, Colwyn Bay; o, W. Whitehead, Colwyn Bay. Table plants: 1, J. J. Wcoller, Colwyn Bay; 2. Col. Gee, Caerhun; Mrs Houghton, Colwyn Bar. Production of a garden arranged for effect, with out flowers, fruit, vegetables, herbs, and foliage: 1, PwUycrochan Hotel Company; 2, Mr James Amphlett, Colwyn Bay. Fern: 1, W. Whitehead, Colwvn Bav; 2, Mrs Houprhton, Colwyn Bay;' 3, Mrs. Orcl5t3.iJeJd, Col- wyn Bav. Coleus: 1, Mrs Houghton, CoIwv,nBay; 2, J. J. Wcoller, Colwyn Bay; 3, W. Whitehead, Col- WVJl Bav. Palms: 1. Mrs J. Crossfield, Colwyn Bay; 2, W. Whitehead, Colwyn Bay. CUT FLOWERS. Cactus dahl'as: 1, Mrs Walthall, St. Aeaph; 2, Charles Reynolds, Colwyn Bay; 3, William Bayliss, Colwyn Bay. Ilvbrid roses (12 varieties): 1, Colonel Gee, Caerhun; 2, J. J. Woollor, Colwyn Bay; a, D. Gamble, Colwyn Bay. Hybrid (8 varieties): 1, J. J. WooJIer, Colwv.n Bay; 2, Misses Belcher, Penmaeiwnawr• 3, Charles Reynolds, Colwyn Bay. Tea roscs: 1, Col. Gee, Caerhun; 2, Missee Belcher: 3, Charles Reynolds. Cut flowers, out-door: 1, W. II. Bourne, Col- wyn Bay; 2, Charles Reynolds, do.; 3, Misses BMchor. Penmaenmawr. Phlox: 1, Charles Reynolds, Colwyn Bay; 2, W. H. Bourne, Oolwy.n Bay. Sweet r>3as: 1, Charles Reynolds, Colwy.n Bay; 2, Wm. Bayliiss, do.; 3, J. J. Wcoller, do. Carnations ct Doctees: W. B. Lu«u;, Col- wvn Env. GI:uiio!a, 1, W. H. Bourne, Colwyn Bay. Flowering1 shrubs: 1, Mrs Schill, Colwyn Bay; 2, Mr O'ConnelJ, do.; 3,, W. Whitehead, do. FRUIT. Black grapes: 1, Pwllycrocha.n Hotel Com- pany 2, J. Amphlett, Colwyn, Bay; 3, Mrs Houghton, Colwyn Bay. White grapes: I, Pwllyorochan Hotel Com- pany 2, J. AmpJxlctt, Colwyn Bay; 3, Mrs Houghton, Colwyn Bay. Melon: 1, Col. Gee, Caerhun; 2, J. Amphlett, Colwvn Bav. Peaches: 1, Pwll-yerocliqn Hotel Company; e, W. Whitehead, Colwyn Bay. Applea (dessert): 1, W. S. Jones, Dwygyf- vlohi: 2. J, J. WooFer, Colwyn Bay; 3, Mrs Littler. Colwyn Bay. Applea (kHchen): 1, Mrs J. Cross field, Col- wyn Bay; 2, Charles Reynolds, do.; 3, PwHy- crochan Hotel Company. Currants: 1. W. S. Jones, Dwygyfylchi; 2, Mis J. Orossfield, Colwyn Bay. Gooseberries: 1, W. S. Jo>nes, Dwygyfylchi; 2, Pwllvcrochan Hotel Company. VEGETABLES. Tomatoes: 1, W. Whitehead, Colwyn Bay; 2, Thomas Lawley, Colwyn Bay. Cucumbers: 1, Pwllycroohan Hotel Company 2, W. S. Jones, Dwygyfylchi. Vegetable marrows: 1. Mrs Lawston, Colwyn Bav: 2, David Jones, Colwyn Bay. Potatoes (four dishes): 1, David Jones, Colwyn Bay: 2. Alexandra Neil, Colwyn Bay. Potatoes (one dish): 1, Pwllycroohan Hotel Compa.ny; 2, David Jones, Colwyn Bay. Peas: 1, Pwllvcrochan Hotel Company; 2, Mrs Little. Colwvn Bay. Spring onions: 1, J. A.mpMett, Colwyn Bay; 2, Da.vid Jones, (Iolwyii Bay. Kidney beans: 1, Pwllycroohan Hotel Com- pany; 2, Jcthn Oldfield. Rhuddlan. Collection of vegetables: 1, John Oldfield, Rhuddlan: 2. F. C. Me;e,r, Rhcfi-o,n-Sea; 3, Pwll- ycroohan Hotel Company. (Ooen to Ama-teuie and Cottagers.J Plants: 1, Mies S. E. Jones, Colwyn Bftjr, Sam Fernfey, Colwyn Bay; 3, W. GrPWnieid. Foliage plant in pot: 1, Mrs Waddle, Colwyn Bav: 2. Mies S. E. Jones, Colwyn Bay; 3, Miss M. M. Jonee. do. Bec'onias: 1, Sam. Fernley, Colwyn Bay; 2, John Evan do.; 3, John Roberts, do. Fern: 1. John Evans, Colwyn Bay; 2, John Huches, do.; 3, W. Greenfield, do. Fuchsia: 1, Sam. Fernley, Colwyn Bay; 2, E. Driyer. do.: 3, Mies S. E. Jones, do. Zonal jrerajiiums: 1, Sa.m. Femley, Colwyn Bay; 2, E. Driver, do.; 3, Mie» S. E. Jones, do. Hydrangea: L John Evans, Oolwyn Bay; 2, lira DftvM* do.; a. W. Greenfield, do, [ Petunia; 1. MI:.ss S. E. Jones, Colwyn Bay; 2, W. Greenfield. d9 CUT BLOOMS. Hybrid roses: 1, Greenfield, Colwyn Bay; 2, Miss L. Stene, do.; 3, John Roberts, do. Herbaceous cut flowers: 1, Sam Fernley, Colwyn Bay; 2, John Evans, Colwyn Bay; 3, S. Woods, Colwyn Bay. Asters: John Roberts, Colwyn Bay. Pansies or violas: 1, W. Greenfield, Colwyn Bay; 2, E. Driver. Colwyn Bay; 6, S. Woods. Dahlias: 1, Sam. Fcrnlev, Colwyn Bay; 2, John Evans, Colwyn Bay. Sweet peas: 1, W. Greenfield, Colwyn Bay; 2, F. A. Osboume, Colwyn Bay; 3, E. Driver, Colwyn Bay. Carnations or picotees: 1, Wm. Shingler, Cohvyn Bay; 2, Miss S. E. Jones, Colwyn Bay; 3, John Roberts, Colwyn Bay. VEGETABLES. French beans: 1, W. Greenfield, Colwyn Bay-. 2, C. Mellor. Colwyn Bay. Spring onions: 1, David Jones, Colwyn Bay; 2, Wm. Shingler, Colwyn Bay. Peas: 1, Sam. Fernley, Colwyn Bay; 2, W. Greenfield, Colwyn Bay; 3, John Evans, Col-" wyn Bay. Kidney potatoes 1, Dd. Jonee, Colwyn Bay 2, John Lvajis, Colwyn Bay; 3, W. Shingler, Colwyn Bay. Round potatoes: 1, Dd. Jones, Colwyn Bay; 2, John Evans, Cohvyn Bay; 3, John Hughes, Cohvyn Bay. Vegetable marrow 1, J. Roberts, Colwyn Bay: 2, Dd. Jones, Cohvyn Bay; 3, Sam. Fern- ley, Colwyn Bay. Broad beaJM 1, David Jones; 2, W. Green- field, Colwyn Bay; 3, John Roberts, Colwyn Bay. White cabbage: 1, John Roberts, Colwyn Bay; 2, J. Evans, Colwyn Bay; 3, J. Hughes, Colwyn Bay. Cauliflowers: 1, Wm. Shingler, Colwyn Bay; 2, S. Fernley, Colwyn Bay; 3, A. iiannan, Col- wyn Bay. Lettuce: 1, C. Mellor, Colwyn Bay; 2, John Hughes, Colwyn Bay. Carrots: 1, Wm. Shingler, Colwyn Bay; 2, A. iiannan, Colwyn Bay; 3, C. Mellor, Colwyn Bay. Gooseberries: 1, John Evans, Colwyn Bay; 2, David Jones, Colwyn Bay; 3, S. Woods, Col- wyn Bay. Red currants: 1, John Evans, Colwyn Bay; 2, W. Greenfield, Colwyn Bay. TABLE DECORATION (Open). Floral decorated (gla^s vases only allowed): 1, Mrs A. Holt, Cohvyn Bay; 2, Mrs Chas. Rey- nolds, Colwyn Bay; 3, Mrs Little, Cohvyn Bay. CUT FLOWERS. Roses: 1, Mrs Little, Colwyn Bay; 2, Mrs Law ton, Colwyn Bay; 3, Mrs A. Holt, Colwyn Bay. Bouquet: 1, Mrs J. Arundale, Colwyn Bay; 2, Mrs Schill, Colwyn Bay. Ladies' spray: 1, Mrs J. Arundale, Colwyn Bay; 2, Mrs Lawton, Colwyn Bay. Button holes: 1, Miss Rhodda Brewster, Col- wyn Bay; 2, Mrs Schill, COiwyn Bay. HONEY. Extracted honey: 1, J. W. Mason, Colwyn Bay; 2, Thos. Owen, Llanelian. Comb honey: 1, J. W. Mason, Colwyn Bay; 2, Rev. W. Hughes, Colwyn Bay. TABLE PLANTS. Three table plants: 1, W. Greenfield, Col- wyn Bav; 2, Miss S. E. Jonee, Colwyn Bay; 3, David Jones, Colwyn Bay. WINDOW BOX. Beet window box with plants: 1, John Ro- berts, Colwyn Bay; 2, E. Driver, and S. Fern- ley, Colwyn Bay; 3, John I Hughes, Colwyn Bay. FRONT GARDENS. Flowering plants in front garden (open to re- sidents in Colwyn Bay urban district): 1, T. J. Williams, Colwyn Bay; 2, R. Tomlinson, Col- wyn Bay; 3, Miss Preece, Colwyn Bay. Floweirng plants in front garden (open to boarding house and lodging-house keepers, re- siding in Cohvyn Bay and. Colwvn urban dis- trict): 1, W. Greenfield, Colwyn Bay; 2, Enoch Jones, Colwyn, Bay; 3, Mrs and Misses Wood, Pabo Hall. Flowering plants and climbers in front gar- dens (open to cottagers in Colwyn Bay and Colwyn urban district): 1, W. Andrews, Old Colwyn; 2, W. Shingler, Colwyn Bay; 3, J. J. Edmunds, Colwyn Bay. GARDEN COMPETITIONS. The prize winners in the front garden and window box competitions are as follows — Window bjxes.—1, John Roberts, Bryn De^wyild, Rhus; 2, E. Davies and S. Fernley equal; i (extra prize), John Hughes, Mochdre. Front garden competition.-Ciasg I.—1, T. J. Wil- liams, Ooed Derw; '2, R. Tomliuson, Cintra; 3, Miss Pre(,c, Fern Bank, all of CSoedpelia-road. Class II.-I, W. Greenfield, Dingrle Bank; 2, Enoch Jon*s, Gordon Lodge; 3, Mrs and the Misses Mervyr. Wood, The Chestnuts, Marine-road. Class III.-I, W. Ajidrsws, Coed Ooch-road; 2, W. Shingley; Rhos road; 3, J. J. Edmunds, 47, Grove Park.

THE NATIONAL EISTEDDFOD. GORSEDD EXAMINATION. The following is a list of the successful candi- dates at the Gorsedd examination in connection with the forthcoming National Eisteddfod at Llangollen: Degree of bard.—E. Abram Jones (Ap Collen), Liangolien; Rev. J. E. Rowlands (Gwnws), Trevor, Ruabon; Llew. Roberts (Llew Mailorj, Trevor, Ruabon; IJew. Roberts (Llew Maclor), c Joseph Edwards (Creigfab, Cefnniawr; R. Da- vies (Isgain), Tregawn; William Jones (Ap Lie vn), Bootle; Gwiiym A. Edwards, B. A. (Mjaiwg), Jesus College, Oxtord; John Lloyd Jones, B.A., do. Thomas J. Rowlands (Ceris), do.; Rev. T. P. Kane (Macl Dafydd), St. Stan- islaus College, Tullamore; Dorothy E. Jones (Morfudd Eifion), Talysarn. Degree of o-,ate.O. Moore Phillips (Ilei,iii y Oil), Llangollen; Thomas WiiJialwJ (Tudur Aran), Rhos; Stephen Davies (Gwynenfryn), Llandebie; Lizzie M Owen (Moelone), (Jynuner street, Cardiff; Silas Morgan Harris (Silfan), Merthyr Tydfil. Degree of chief nmsician.-J ohn Arthur Wil- liams (Pencerdd Seiriol), Bangor; Elias R. Thomas (Pencerdd Brychan), Tylorstown R. H. Jones (Pencerdd Llifon), Carmel; Meth. Lloyd (Pencerdd Morlais), Dowlais; Tom Carrington (Pencerdd Gwynfryn), Coedpueth; jvTrvrris Grif- fith (Pencerdd Eilion), Pencaenewydd, Chwil- og. Degree of musician.—David Evans (Alaw Eli- dir), Dinorwic; Jonathan Evans (Alaw Enlli), Smithdown-road, Liverpool; Ephraun R. Jones, (Alaw Eifion), Carmel; Robert Jones (Alawydd Eryri), Waenfawr. Degree of musical ovate.—Annie Griffiths (Alawes Menai), Bootle; Annie Edwards (Alawes Wnion), Rhydymain, Dol^fwiey; Thomas H. Hughes (Alaw Isallt), Tanyrallt, Nantlle; Lewis Thomas Roberts (Alaw Broihen.i, Lower Brough- ton, Manchester: Gruffydd Ellis Gruffydd (Ala- wydd Gwyrfai), Rhosgadfan Evan Jones (Alaw Berwyn), Glynceiriog; William Sydney Morris (Alawydd Emlyn), Penygroes, Llandebie; J.J. Griffiths (Alawydd Carmel), Maesybont, Llan- debie. The examiners were: Bard, Dyfed, Bethel, and DyfnaJIt ovate, Mr W. Llewellyn Williams, M.P., Ben Davies, and Cadfan; musical. Pen- cerdd Gwynedd, Mr Wrilfrid Jones, and Gwiiym Alaw.

MOTORING UP THE ORME. To climb t-A the summit of tho Great Orme, which rises to a height of 700-t. above the sea level, is the ambition of many motorists who visit Llandudno. Many attempts have been made, but until Monday only one had been successful, and th" t several years go. '1'he gradient in places is as steep as one in five, while the last 200 yards is trackless, lumpy turf, with large stones to trap the unwary cfcriver. On Monday, however, Councillor W. D. Cod- dington, of Southport, commodore of the West Lancashire and Corinthian Yacht Cluba, attempted the feat in a sixty horse-power car in which were, beside himself, two friends and the chauffeur. The car behaved splendidly, the road portion of the journey being covered at the rate of eighteen miles an hour notwith- standing the gradients. Tho next part of the road, a rough track, was safely negotiated, and the skilful driving on the part of Mr Codding- ton brought the car to the summit. xactly seven minutes from the start. Tho return journey was safely negotiated, al- though at a slower pace, many visitors obtain- ing snap-shots of the car.

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NEW GRAMOPHONE RECORDS. The following new records have been made by the Gramophone Company, Ltd. :— BANDS. Graceful Dance from "Henry Tlll. 'La Czarine; Banuiten Streiche; Turkish Patrol Norma Over- ture, The Wearing u' the Ur2é!1; Prelude from Pia.no, Ilei stspera ad astra The Marseillaise; and God Save the King.—Coldstream Guards. "A Waltz Dream," Seledion; "Senora," Wiiltz; Selection of National Airs; Uddrag of Musiten; Luba Mazurka; Parade Post; and Kaiser Freder- ick March.—Black Diamonds. After Sunset; and My Maryland—Fantasia.—Pnor's Band. Sweetheart Days Serenade.—Bohemian Orchestra- CONCERT MUSIC. Only Once More; My Lady Fair; The Rosary; The Soft Southern Breeze to Mari-iilr John flarn- EOIl. Love Abiding (with orchestra).—Mr Evan Williams. Ti)t- Star 01 Bethlehem.—Mr Edward Lloyd. me and the world is mine.—Mr W. T. Evans. The Morning Hymn;. Onaway Awake; Sincerity.— Mr Thorpe Bales. Vwisan's Song.—Mr Robt. Radford. Let the Bright Seraphim; La Serenata (with flute obiigato by Eli Hudson).—Madame Jones-Hudson. Scuta's Ballad, "Ftymg Dutchman"; 0 D,vine Re- deemer.— Mise Perceval Allen. Life's Itecompejise,—Miss Violet Elliott. Air de Salome Herodiade.-Miss Susan Strong. DUETS. The Battle Eve.—Messrs John Harrison and Robert Radford. I waited for the Lord, "Hymn of Praise."—Miss Perceral Allen and Miss Carrie Tubb. The Crucifix.-Miss Perceval Allen and Mr Robert Radlord. QUARTETTES. God is a Spirit.-Miss Perceval Allen, Miss Alice 'Lakin, Mr John Harrison and Mr Robert Radford The Parting Kiss.—Miss Perceval Allen, Miss Alice Lakin, Mr John Harrison, and Mr Robert Radford Only to see her lace again True as the Stars; Ob, dem Golden Slippers.-rni-. Minster Singers. CHORUS. Splendon piu Belle "La Fa.vorita.La Scala Chorus and Sig. P. de Segurola. HUMOROUS. When I get back again to Bonnie Scotland.—Mr Harry Lauder. Half Time, Change Over.—Mr Walter Miller. Good bye, Olga.—Mr Harry Carlton. I've told his mist-us all about him.—Mies Vcra Vio. tona. The Wedding of 'Lauchie; McGraw.—Mr Harry Lauder INSTRUMENTAL. Andante from Trio (Op. 56).-M. M. Renard, Fellowes and R. Epstien. Piccolo Solo; Birds of the Field.Wr Eli Hudson. The Renard Trio; Rondo all' ongarese (Cello, Violin and Piano). Bell Solo; Southern Girl: Gavotte; Mr Chapman Whistling; Ilappy Buds; Waitz (with orOiwii-a). Mr Belmont. VIOLIN. Garotte.—M. Mischa Elman. If it is at all possible. each month's issue is an im- provement upon the preceding month, fhis is per- haps a somewhat bold way of putting it, for the bril- liancy and clearness of both music and voice in all the records leaves nothing to bo desired. We regret that pressure on our epace forbids us dealing with each piece individually. The records of the Cold- streams, the Black Diamonds and Pryor's Band are wonderful reproductions of rich tonal beauty. They are superior to any other make of re- cord that we have yet heard. The Gramophone Com- pany have discovered the secret of making records with a complete absence of anything metallic or tinny in their composition, and each month's records seem more perfect in this respect. New celebritv records are continually being issued, and we hope the dav is not far distant when the Bangor public will be privi- leged to hear the voices of the world's greatest singers by means of the duetto gramophone. We understand that Mr Assheton-Smith has purchased a beautiful instrument of this type for use on his yacht. LOCAL DEALERS:— Mr Oheetiiam, Rhyl. Mr Newnes, Bangor. Fleet's Music Warehouse, Colwyn Bay.

COLWYN BAY PETTY SESSIONS. ORCHARD THEFTS: A WARNING. Chancellor Bulkelev Jones presided over these ses- sions on Saturday. The other justices present were: The Ilonble. Laurence A. Brodrick, Mr W. Jones, Mr W. J. Lumlev, Rev. Thos. Parrv, Mr J. W. Ravnes, Mr T. J. Wil ■ iams, Mr O. B. Jones Mortimer, with the clerk (Mr James Amphlett). AN OUTSIDE PORTER'S PONY. Robert M'Dougall, an outside porter of Grove-park, Cohvyn Bay, was summoned for ill-treating a pony on the 9th July. The defendant pleaded guiltv. Inspector Gibbs, of .the lt.S.P.C.A.. etatelf that on the day mentioned the defendant was in charge of a bay pony attached to a porter's cart. While stand- ing the pony was moving about uneasily as if some- thing troubled it. Witness examined the animal, and underneath the saddle found a large wound, which was apparently covered with Fuller's earth. The wound had become crusty, but there was matter oozing from underneath the scab. When witness remarked to de- fendant, "The pony has a sore back," he replied. "I know that. I have put some powder on it. If you will allow me to take it back to Colwyn Bay, I will give it a rest." Witness told him it was not fit to draw the cart back. He had not seen the ponv working since. Asked if he had anything to say, defendant said, It was in a poor condition when I got it." The Chairman You had no business to work it in that condition. A fine of 3s 6d and coets was imposed. OLD COLWYN MOTOR DRIVER FINED. Sidney Collins, of Church Walks, Old Colwvn. driver of a public motor car plying between Woodland-road, Colwyn Bay a.nd Old Colwvn, was summoned for driv- ing his car at night time on the 11th Juh-, with a *light, on the wrong side of the vehicle Defendant yaiH'Tm? war not aware that he had com- mitted an offence, believing that one light was suffici- ent. The Chairman That won't do. vou know. You are liable to a fine of £10, but on this occasion we will fine you 10s and costs. OROHARD THEFTS: A WARNING. Thos. Owen, 6, Brickfield Terrace, Coiiwav-road. Col- wyn Bay, and David Cha?. Jones, of Victoria Stores Hcuse, Conway-road, Colwyn Bay, were charged with having stolen a quantity of apples, valued at 5s., on the 17th July, from the gardens of Mr John Owen, Monaville, Conway-road, Colwyn Bay. The boys, who were accompanied by their fathers, appeared scared at the importance attached to their offence. The father of Thomas did not understand English to any extent, and in rep)y to Mr Amphlett, who addressed him in Welsh, he said he elected to have his son tried summarily, and so did the father of David Charles. Both boys pleaded guilty. Mr John Owen said ne caught the boils coming from his garden on the day named. The garden was enclosed by a wall and a fence as well, which were about 7 or 8 feet high. They must have entered by the gate, and they had also broken down some netting. They carried the apples in their pockets. The Chairman, in addressing the boys, said their offence was a very serious one, and they were liable to be sent to gaol. The Bench, however, had decided to leave the punishment of the boys on this occasicn in the hands of their parents, as they (the magis- trates) did not desire to disgrace such young lads by sending them to prison. The boys were th"n discharged after the parents had paid the costs (of the summonses. The Chairman, addressing the reporters, said he hoped they would give prominence to the fact that the leniency shown in this case was not t-o be taken advantage õr, for if any similar offences came before them again, they would be very severely dealt with. He would like this intimation to be made as widely known as possible. STRAYING DONKEYS. For allowing five donkeys to stray in Rliiw-road, Colwyn Bay. on the 8th July, Richard Jonps, of Sev- ern Bank, Park-road. Colwyn Bay, was fined sixpence for each animal, and costs. A BROKEN PLEDGE. Sidney Fearnell, an ex-soldier, was charged with being drunk in charge of a horse and trap on the pre- vious evening. A police (MnstaNe said that at 7.30 on the previous evening he found Fearnell very drunk in charge of a horse and trap, and he followed him as far as a road leading to Pwllycroohan Hotel. He, with Sergt. Rees, locked up the defendant. The Dc-fendant: I came quietly up. I had a drink but I was not drunk. Sergeant Jones Rees said prisoner was staggering drunk. Prisoner: Did I come quietly? The Sergeant: Not very. Prisoner: I did not say anything? The Sergeant: You said a lot. Ed. Bitliel, school attendance officer, Colwyn Bav, said he had no doubt that prisoner was drunk and he could get on better while holding the horse's bead. Mr 'Lumley In your opinion, yrae lie drunk? Witness: Certainly. A list of previous convictions against Sidney were read by Supt. Hugh Jonf-s, including a recent charge of attempting suicide, when a summons for drunken- ness was withdrawn, on the defendant promising not to offend again. Mr Lumley: You promised us faithfully you would not come here again, and that you would become a total abstainer. I am very sorry to see you here to- day. The Chairman said that after the facte they had heard respecting the prisoner, he would have to go to gaol for a month's hard labour, without the optinn of a fine, and ho hoped when he came out he would beoome a total abstainer. SCARCITY OF WORK. An Old Colwyn labourer, named Wm. Williams, was brought up on warrant charged with being drunk and disorderly on June 22nd. Evidence was given by P.O. Owen. Mr Lumley (to prisoner): What is the reason you did not turn up at the last court? Prisoner I couldn't come. I have only worked two days in a month. A fine of 5s anc osto was imposed and a fortnight's time allowed him to pay.

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