The Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria

SEASIDE AND INLAND RESORTS CROWDED. A DAY OF ENJOYMENT. EISTEDDFODAU, SPORTS, AND SHOWS. North Wales wag teeming with holiday-makers On Monday, •M-u.s.d' and inland resorts -t)eing- alike cri-v.ded with Msitors. It was an ideal day for those .,a pleasure bent, the heat of the summer Sunshin-3 being tempered by a piea=a.nt, westerly breeze At the principal towns on the North Wales Coast the holiday crowds were very large, And a busy dft was experienced by all who set tllemseives out to caier for the visitois. L1.andudno ores-etited a,n an;nated scene. The total number of excarsens was 25, including a guaranteed trio from Windermere, two excur. sions from Wigan, a.nd heavy trains from Liver- pool, Manohester, Birkenhead, Coventry and Birmingham. In addition, holiay-maker6 ftccked in by overv ordinary train, and the number of day visitors by train reached a total of 20,000. There were ako two or three thou- sand who came by the steame of the Liverpool and North Wales Steamship Company from Liverpool aDd other places. All morning the sancte were as busy as a fair, the beach chajrs were vi great demand, and there were many hundreds of bathers. In the afternoon there w. a oractice launch of the lifeboat, in connec- tion with tihe annual coHecticm for the benefit of the Orme's Head branch of the Institution. AL Colwyn Bay, Rhyl, Prestatyn, Penmaen- mawr, LLanfairfeoha.n, Bangor and Carnarvon there was a largo influx of visitors, and it has been no easv matter to find accommodation for the deasure seekers who came by road, rail and Rea. The steamer traffic up the Menaa Straits was unusually heavy, and the passengers were af- forded a pleasing sight as they passed B-u- jnaris, where the annual regatta of the Royal Angleeev Yaoht Club was in progrei s- The Straits were dotted with yachts and sailing craft of all sizes, an4 presented a picturesque scene. The horticultural and agricultural show at Beaumaris also- attracted a large number of peo- ple to the town. Eihteddfodau were held at Corwen, New- market, Llansannan and Pwllheli, which were patronised by hundreds, who followed the pro- ceedings with interest throughout. Sports were the features of attraction at Llanrwst, Festiniojj, Uanddulas, Pwllheli, and other places, whilst the horse shows at Abergele and Amlwch drew im- mense erowds. The ccach tours to places of interest in tho Sncwdonian district found favour with those who delight in the beautiful scenery, for which this part of the country is famous. Motorists and cyclists were much in evidence on the roads, and in spite of the great heat the ascent of Snow don and other peaks wa, mado by a great >unihe?r-

A GREAT CROWD AT COLWYN BAY. EMPTY HOUSES REQUISITIONED BY YiSiiORS. So crowded was Colwyn Bay during the Bank Holiday week end that empty houses were in several instances hurriedly tUted up to accom- modate visitors, it was the unanimous opinion that the town had never been so full uunny "St. Lubbocks Festival." The weather on Friday and Saturday sufficiently tine to give promise of an ideal holiday, and, hopefully anticipating the realisa- tion of this, strangers poured in on the endless stream cf trains \vhi<:h ran on Friday and batuxdav from all parts. As usiial the over- wheimiiig majority were frurn the Alidlanus, but it is a noteworthy fact that Londoners are. now patronising Cclwyn Bay in ever-increasing numbers, and this i:; very probably la-gely ac- counted fur by the improvement eiiected in the railway service of late-. The non-stop trains from Eusion are evidently having the desired effect, and as they become better J^nowU more may be expected of them. n Saturday afternoon, the st-e-ts and pro- menade presented a very lively appeurar.ee, and it was well on to Sunday morning before many cf the tradespeople were able to ctose their places of bjsin&os. Throughout the day the boatmen, bathing' van proprietors, and owner., of vehicles had been making a rich hardest, and as'evening"came on the people flocked to .the various entertainments, the. very excellent trouu&i of mftistrels. and pierrots attracting en- ormous crowds. In the meantime, the pro- menade presented that- unwonted y deserted apoiarance which have characterised it during the evecinss this season in consequenco of tne Council's Jc-cisicm, to prohibit ent rtainments there. This order was made, it will be recol- lected, for the purpose of benefiting the Pavi- lion concerts, but whether that ob ed has been attained is very doubt!ul. At any rate Satur- day evenings special concert at the Pavilion did not appear to be better attended than that given on a similar occasion last year. Brj Iliant wether prevailed on Sunday. In- deed; i-he heat of the sun was so great during oue part of the day that visitors and those ot tie residents who could afiord the time y, cn) glad either to seek the comforting shelter ot tho famous Pv. Jlycrcchan Wocos, tne refreshing breeze obtainable on board so,¡:e of the Mersey Trading Coiupany s pleasure boats, or othersea craft, and on top of the Mr F. Francis' popular coaches or motoring. Tho church s and cha- pels were fiJicd morning and ovcnitjff and ^'church parade"' on tho Promenade an un- commonly successful event, the three miles ot Promdnade being crowded with a fashionably- jittired throng. SACRED CONCERTS In the afternoon the Old Colwyn-Male Voice Choir gave a sacred concert in the Pavilion which was fairly well patronised. 'nie features of the programme were the choral numbers. The party, consisting of between fcrty and forty-rive members, were under the leadership of Mr D. D. Parry, A.U.C.W., as accomplished and clever conductor as ever a" seared on the Pavilion platform. They sang "The Crusaders," "The Martyrs of the Arena," anJ '"Crossing the Plain." the last le:ng the test piece at the Corwen Eisteddfod, where thev intended com- peting on the following day. Of the three the first was be^t rendered, the effect of their work in this instance being heightened by the fact that the 5ingers knew it well enough to prac- tically do without their leader's baton, Mr Parry contenting himself with a mere sign now "d again as he accompanied on the pianoforte. In every respect this was an achievement of •wh'ch conductor and singers oould be ve-y proud. "The Martyrs" was given in response to a resounding en-core, and in this. as in tha case of the last chorus Miss Nellie A. Roberts, the accompanist, rendered signal assistance. The choir were well balanced, auu th$voices on the whole good, but if the fi-st tenors and second basses had been a little more volumin- ous the general effect would have been better. In attack, colouring, and intonation they left Bothing to be desired, and they obviously de- lighted the audience, who demanded two en. cores. The Arfonic Glee Party also gave a •very acceptable performance of "Ser y boreu," and vocal solos were given by Miss Gertrude Hoskins and Mr Llewelyn Davies, while Miss G. H. Jones, daughter of Mr Wm. Jones, C.E., engineer to the Urban District Council, gave three violin selections in a very promising manner. Mrs Davie?, Miss Shield, Mr W. Da- vies, and Mr T. M. Davies saner a. quartette, the young soprano a voice being heard to much advantage. In the evening, the usual sacred concert was given by the Pavilion Orchestra, assisted by Miss Annie Nelson as vocalist, Mr E. J. Ro- berts, violinist, and Mr T. W. Fenwick, cornet soloist. The orchestra. performed amongst other pieces the "Pomp and Circumstance" March, the "Di Balio," overture, the "Caval- teria Rusticana," fantasia. Barnett's gavotte for strings and a selection from "Tannhauser" Miss Nelson sang delightfully "Ave Maria" and "The Children's Home," Cowen's pretty com- position. Mr Roberts' Interpretation of Saint- Saen s "Deluge" was generally appreciated, and to was Mr Fenwick a cornet solo. Happily, Monday's weather justified the very INlet of predictions. The sun shone brightly throughout the day, and sky and sea were of the deepest blue, but the heat was healthily and pleasantly tempered by a fine westerly breeza Under such conditions the day oould not but be ene of grateful recollection to m&ny thousands wbm tMee lines appear in print. Morning, noon, and night the town and its vicinity bore eloquent evidence of the very real enjoyment of the people, for all sources of pleasure and amusement were availed of to the full. In the evening the Pavilion concert, the Pierrots, and tihe minstrels attracted encouraging audiences, while the matinee given in the ravirfon in the afternoon was well attended. Once more all the pleasure craft on the water, and the num- erous means of vehicular conveyance on shore were very largely in demand, while the electrio trams were breaking all records in the number of passengers between Colwyn Bay and Llan- dudno. THE PAVILION CONCERTS. As already stated, the special concert held in the Pavilion on Saturday evening, was not bet- ter attended than that given on the corresnond- ing date last year; nevertheless, there was a good house and a very enjoyable programme was presented. Miss Annie Nelson, the so- prano, than whom there is no more accom- plished on the director's list of artistes, began a very successful week's engagement with "Tom Jonee, German's waltz song, and Meyerbeer's "Roberto a du ehe adort-)." She sang with rare power, particularly in the latter song, and once mo e one had to pay tribute to the magio influence of her beautiful voice, and artistio methods. Mr Montague Birch was accorded an enthusiastic cheer for his excellent perform- ance of Mendelssohn's Concerto in G. minor on the pianoforte. Mr Fred Chester was the entertainer, and once again he kept tho house I roaring with laughter over his droll recital of "Winkieheimer's Motor Ride, and ventrilo- quial sketches. The orchestra. rendered o- pular list, and so they did on Monday even- ing when Miss Nelson sang "Dear Heart'' (Mattei) and "Down the Vale," Mr J. Hale's bassoon solo and a violin selection by Mr Ar- thur Hitch were other noteworthy features on Monday evening. The outdoor entertainments were so well at- tended that sufficient seating accommodation couid not be procured. At Catlin's Pierrots' concerts the crowds were the largest yet catered for. Special programmes were presented," which met with universal ap- proval. Each of the "boys" introduced special numbers, and were repeatedly encored. At the Serenaders' entertainment a similar state of affairs prevailed, the audiences being most enthusiastic. At the evening concert, a spe- cial programme, including all the favourite num- bers and several sketches, was given. It was regretted that the day was allowed to pass without the usual athletic1 sports. In past years the T.A.A. have organised meetings, but the support extended to them was not equal to the expenses. Under the circumstances it was decided to abandon the event for twelve months, when, possibly, they will be revived.

BANGOR. Bangor presented an unusually animated ap- pearance on Monday, though there were no special attractions in the cicy. Hundreds of adults and ohiid:en roved over the Mountain, and visitors found pleasure in the numerous country lanes which surround the city. The pier was a favourite rendezvous, the entertain- ments being well patronised Doth in the after- neon aqd evening. To and from Beaumaris the. "Lady Magdalen" and the "Torbay car- ried record crowds, and the ferry traffic was above the average. Residents and visitors availed themselves of tho numerous excursions arranged by land and sea, especially those ar- ranged by the Liverpool and North Wales Steamship Co., and scores of picnio parties left the city in vehicles for Ogwen Lake, Aber Water Falls, and other beauty spots, which now look at their best. Under the auspices of the Co-operative Holi- day Association, there are a large number of visitors staving at tho University College Hos- tel in Upper Bangor.

CARNARVON DISTRICT. The weather in this district was glorious, but unlike Easter Monday and Whit-Monday The town of Carnarvon offered no attractions to visitors, the tradesmen keeping the day as a holiday. Up to one o clock in the afternoon there "was a large exodus of people from the town, but as usual the Snowdon, tho popular steamboat of the Liverpool and North Wales S.S. Company, brought a crowd of visitors from various points on the coast. The trip made by the "Rhos Colwyn" was also well patronised, while many of the residents took advantage of the afternoon trip made by the Lady Magdalen to Beaumaris. The "St. Tudno" passed through the Straits into Carnar- von Bay with a full complement of passengers.

SOUTH CARNARVONSHIRE. There has been a record influx of visitors to South Carnarvonshire, the arrivals on Friday night being phenomenally large at all the holi- day resorts, and particularl-- at Pwllheli. A la-ge proportion of the arrivals at Pwllheli, however, was bound for the numerous village watering places which dot the coa.,ot of Lleyn Peninsula. Criociet11, which has had an excep- tionally good season, also enjoyed a record holi- day traffic, as did Porunadco and the village resort of Borth-y-gcst. The weather has been glorious throughout the past week, and looks like continuing «e. At Pwllheli on Monday trippers arrived in large numbers for the annual sports and gymkhana at the Recreation Ground and for. the seventh annual Enteddfod of the Young Men's Association held at the Town Hall. As many as 14 choirs had entered, whilst there were 18 competitors for the chair ode. Altogether there were. over 300 competitors, apart from choral contests.

HOLYWELL. Ideal holiday conditions prevailed in Flint- shire, and the attractions in various directions were numerous. At Holywell, where the visi- tors were very numerous, the chief attraction was St. Winefride's Well, which was thronged throughout the day, and bathers were much refreshed by a dip in its coolnig and sanative waters. During the day the visitors were rein- forced by the addition of seme two hundred pilgrims from Huddersfield, who arrived by an early train.

PRESTATYN 1 CROWDED OUT." "Packed out" was the verdict of Prcstatyn. a_id judging bv the number of. visitors who were unable to find aoccmmediation this v?as no exag- geration. The town has never been more full, and no doubt the presence of to many camps in the immediate neighbourhood brought many of the lads' parents to the district for tihir holi- davs. On suritlav the Parish Church was very full at all the services, and the necessity for the extension was apparent to all. On the hiilside, cottages were at a. premium, and t.he growing popularity of this resort is yearly making itself more obvious. After being away from Prestatyn for one sea- eon tho Church Lads' Brigade have returned. The lads number about 2500, coming from all parts of the North-Western and Midland dis- tricts. Colc-nel Moore is in cha.-ge, and undoubt- edly the shopkeepers have materially benefitted bv tiheir "v.it. The lads are putting in plenty c;1 drills, although time for recreation is found for all. Manv hundreds of visitors joined them at their service on Sunday, the spectacle thus presented in the open-air being most impressive. The inspection takep place on Friday, when General Burdett, of the North-Western Division, will visit the camp, after which the officers will entertain a. party to luncheon.—The Jewish Iads' Brigade are encamped on the Meliden-roa>, and are under the command of Li6ut.-Colonel E. C. Q. Henriques. They will be inspected on Fri- day. and at the lu.ncheon which follows the Mavor and Mavoreffi of Salford will be present. —Between Pre-tatvn and TaJacre the Boy6 Bri- gade from Burslem are in camp.

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A RECORD AT RHYL. VISITORS SLEEPING ON THE SANDS. Rhvl eniovoo a record holiday. The number oi visitors to the town was far in excess of that of last year, although tradespeople complain that there was not the usual amount of money spent. The hotels, hydroa, and boarding' hout-cs were full to overflowing, while all the placee of entertainment report gcod houses. The Poet Qffice and rallwa-v authorities were exceptionally busy, particularly on Monday, when there was an extraordinarily large number of trappers In the town. It is staled that the firut excursions arrived between two and three o'clock in the morning, and that at daybreak tho seafront presented an unusually animated appearance. Residents who were early astir were presented with the unusual spectacle of many trippers fast ai-leep on the sandn, ;n the sheite.s, and on the Promenade benches. As regards the entertainments the marine' gardons and new pavilion were well patronised, although the Council came in for severe critic- ism in havintr the first concert in the pavilion instead of in the gardens. The &acred concert on Sunday evening was held in the pa.VLL10. and while there wao a fair attendance many v:i- tors abstained from attending, preferring the open-air. On Monday the order of things was chanted somewhat, and while the first instru-" imental part of the evening's programme was driven in the gardens, the second, a.nd vocaj nart. was taken in the Pavilion, and this will be the order of things throughout the week. The band is at its full strength, and there is a cha.nge of vocaliMs during the week. At the Olvmoian Gardens Messrs Adeler and Sutton put on a very fino programme, while at the Central Hall Mr Cheetham entertained some tihou- eajids.. There were also shows at the Bijou Pavilion, Amphitheatre, and the Victcria Hall. Of out-door entertainment there was no dearth, and Mr Gilbert Rogers' troupe performed to huge crowds, and although handicapped by the non-installation of the electric light, the rose to the occasion, illuminating his pitcih at night with Jaoanese la.nterns. On the Marine Lake hun- dreds found pleasure in boating', and on the fOea. and in the harbour the motor Jpoats did a rcar- ine trade. The tide was not suitable for the pleasure steaimers, but those that were run were well oatronised. The ukatng rink at the Queen s Palace, found numerous patrons, a.nd on Tuesday evening there was a crowded house, the directors having invited many of the residents to witness a special per- f<.trance of expert skaters.

ABERGELE HORSE SHOW. A VERY SUCCESSFUL EXHIBITION. Bright, sunny weather, and a well-managed show yard, helped to make the annual show in connection with the Abergele Society, on Mon- day, a great success If there was any cause for complaint it was the fact that the entries were not so numerous as in previous years, but what was lacking in quantity was made up in quality. In fact, the general run of exhibits was far above the average in quality, and some of the judges remarked that they had not seen better horses in any of the local shows for many weeks past. In several classes the competition was so keen that there was great difficulty in judging, and the services of a third judge had to be requisi- tioned. The heavy horses were a fine lot. As regards light horses, there were on view a I grand number of animals, and the turnofPta in particular attracted much attention. Special men- tion was made by the judges of Mr Frank Her. mon's dark chestnut, which took the first prize in the class for over 14 hands shown in saddle, although when it was judged in the "shown in harness" class it was beaten by the Hon. E. Mostyn's bay. This was a popular win, but the judges were not unanimous, and an umpIre was called in to decide the matter. It was a very close competition. Mr Gough Watkins' chestnut took first in the 15 hands or over, and the judges declared it to be one of the finest horses they had seen in any of the local shows for the past month. The entries in the jumping events were few, only two putting in an appearance. As a rule, there is a large field at Abergele, and many visit the show specially for this class. Mr Grange's horse gave a fine exhibition, easily clearing a4 jumps and fences. The President of this year's show was Lord -Cochrane, son of the Earl of Dundonald, of Gwrych Castle, and it was with regret that the I Secretary had to announce that his military du- ties prevented him being present. However, many of the patrons were on the ground. The show was admirably arranged, and the officials are to be complimented on their work. It was a very hot day, but one and all stuck to their work manfully, and this in no small degree accounted for the splendid way matters passed off. THE OFFICIALS. The president of the show was Lord Cochrane, Gwrych Castle, the vice-presidents being Mr D. Mac. Nicoll, Derwas, Abergele. The duties of treasurer were undertaken by Mr G..T. Evans, North and South Wales Bank; and the secretary was Mr M. R. Jones, Town Hall, Abergele. Mr John Jones, Pant Idda, was chairman ot the com- mittee. Inspectors and staff managers: Mr J. D. Jones, Bodoryn, and Mr D. Williams, Ty Gwyn. Ring stewards: Light hordes, Mr W. Pierce Williams, Bodtegwel, and official marker, Master Ed..Williams, Morannedd. Stewards: Heavy horse classes, Mr J. B. Wil- liams, Ty Mawr; Mr John Jones, Nant Fawr; and Mr J. Kyffin Jones, Pant Idcla; light horse classes, Mr W. H. Jones, Penybont; Mr E. Mostyn, Water-street; and Mr Edw. Jones, Hen- dreucha'. Grand stand: Mr Ed-. Williams, Morannedd; Mr Isaac Roberts, Isfryn; and Mr John Hannah, chemist. Field directors: Mr Thomas Evans, Pentre- mawr; Mr John Pierce, Victoria House; Mr Ed- ward Williams, Morannedd; and Mr Ivor Evans; Pentremawr. Police and band director: Mr Geo. Perkins, Rose Hill. Judges: Heavy horses, Mr 0. Parry Jones, Plas Llechylched, Anglesey, and Mr Peter Da- vies, Warburton light horses, Mr Joseph Child, Thorpe Salvin, Worksop, and Mr Edward Bailey, The Old Bleeding Wolf, Hale; pony races and jumping competitions, the President, Vice-Presi- dent, and Colonel Mellor, Tanybryn, Abergele; starter, Mr J. D. Jones, Bodoryn, Abergele; hon. veterinary surgeon, Mr W. F. Hughes, Den- bigh. THE AWARDS. The awards'were as follows:— HEAVY HORSES. Agricultural or cart stallion: 1, George Ingman, Bryn Offa Stud, near Mold; 2, T. Lloyd Griffiths, Egrvn Farm, Denbigh. Team for agricultural purposes, exclusively worked on a farm, and the property of bona-fide tenant farmers: 1, J. and J. Foil Ikes, Hendre, Conway; 2, Robert Parry, Glan'rafon, Dolwen, Abergele; h.c., Richard Parry, Faenol Bach, Abergele. Cart gelding or filly, foaled in 1905: 1, Ro- bert Davies, Rhwngddwynordd, Bettws, Aber- gele; 2, Robert Parry, Glan'rafon, Dolwen, LIrg le; h.c., David Morris. Penlwys, Col- wyn; h.c., Messrs J. and J. Foulkes, Hendre, Conway. Cart gelding or filly, foaled in 1806: 1, Ro- bert Parry, Glan'rafon, Dolwen, Abergele; 2, Mrs Mary Jones, Bodavon Hall Farm, Liandud- no. Cart colt or filly, foaled: in 1907: 1. R. E. Roberts, Fron Farm, Maenan Walk, Llanrwst; 2 and c., R. E. Birch, Bryn Euryn, Colwyn Bay; h.c., J. Lloyd Owen, Penbryn, Abergele. SPECIAL PRIZES. Mare and foal at foot, for agricultural pur- poses (restricted to bona-fide tenant farmers): 1, Hugh Evans, Gwindv, Llanefydd; 2, R. E. Roberts, Fron Farm, Maenan Waik, Llanrwst.; 3, W. Williams, Lletty'r Adar, Llanelian, Col- wyn Bay; h.c., Evan Roberto, vyHryn, Eglwys- bach. Gelding mare or filly for agriculttixal pur- poses (open to tenant farmers only): 1, Robert Davies, Rhwngddwyffordd, Abergele: 2, Messrs J. an(I J. Foulkes, Conway; h.c., Robert, Parry, Abergele; c., John Jones, Nant Meifod, Aber- gele; c., Mrs Mary Jones, Bodavon Hall, Llan- dudno. Cart horse, Diare or gelding, the property ot a tenant farmer within the postal area of Abergele: 1, Robert Davies, Rhwngddwyffordd; 2, Robert Parrv, Abergele; h.c., Richard Parry, Faenol Baoh, Abergele; c., David Owen, Ty'n- ddol, Abergele.. Cart foal: 1, R. E. Roberts, Fron Farm, Llanrwet; h.c., Alugh Evans, Gwindy, Llan- efydd; c., Evan Roberts, Dyffryn, Eglwysbach. Horse most suitable for a van or parcel car- rier (open): 1, Griffith Roberts, carrier, Col- wyn Bay; 2, E. Pritchard, Glan-y-wern, Col- wyn Bay; h.c., John Owen, Hendrefawr, Aber- gele; o.^ S. Evans, Park Stores, Colwyn Bay. Mare, filly, or filly foal, registered or eligible for registratIon in the Stud iiook (silver medal offered by "The Sliire Horee Society"]; Mr Ró J. DaoJP. J Breeders' Prize-In connection with the offer of silver medal, the Shire Horso Society will also give the surri of 1;1 to the breeder of the winner: 1, Mrs Mary Jones, Llandudno; r., R. J. Davies, Bodrochwyn Fawr, ^txergele. LIGHT HORSES. Roadster or cob stallion: 1, w. J. Davey, Maesrnynan Hal], Afonwen, Flints. Mare, suitable for saddle or harness, with foal at foot (open): 1, Hugh Owen, The Ab- bey, Llanrwst; 2, W. J. Davey, Macsmynan Hall, Afonwen; 3, 11. E. Birch, Colwyn Bay. Foal, suitable for saddle or harness: 1, W. J. Davey, Maeeinynan Hall; 2. Hugh Owen, The Abbey, Llanrwst; h.c., R. E. Birch, Col- wyn Bay. Welsh mountain pony, not exceeding 12i hands, with foal at foot: 1, J. Gilchrist, "G wynf a," Wrexham; 2, Messrs Lilwall and Lewis, butchers, Old Colwyn; h.c., Joseph J<ea1', Penrhynside, Llandudno. VVeish pony, geldang or mare, not exceeding 12 handa (open): 1, Robert Parrv, Abergele; 2 Gougth Watkins, Old Cclwyn; 3, W. J. Davev Maes my nan Hall; h.c. the Hon. E. Mostyn Mostyn Hall, Mostyn; h.c., John Jones, 10, Old Staggerd, Mostyn. Mare o- geldinz* foaled in 1907, for saddle or harness: I J. Davey, Maesmynan Hall, Afc.n Ro^frt RhwiI'g.ycidwyffordd, Bettws; h.c., Edward Evans, The Poplars, Pen- rhvn B&v. Gelding or filly foaled in 1906, suitable for H«U At f Dav^> ¥a<*mvna.n Ha.1 Afonwen; 2, Edward Evane, The Popltus, Peni'hyn Bay; 3, Mrs Mcphial, Tyddyn^y-paro, dduhlf Hughes, Dizzy-Villa, Llan- ddIJ ):JA Roadster weldinz or mare foaled in 1905: 1, R-ku' ^vey, Maesmy.nan Hall, Afonwen; 2, F. Bibbv, PWy-Fed Dyserth; h.c., Robert Daviee, Rhwngyddw^orcid, Bettws,. Abergele; c, Robert riTi- rafon, Dolwen, Abergele. Gelding, mare, or filly shown in saddle by a bona-fide tenant farmer: 1 and 2, D. and J. O. P ritchard, Glanywern, Moohdre; h.c., Robert DavJes^ Rhwngydawyffordd, Bettws, Abergele; c.„ Robert Parry, Glan rafon, Dolwen, Abergele. A g-elding- ()or mare, not under 13 hands'hcgih 1 W-de' shown in saddle (open). 1 Robert Parry, Abergele; 2, J. K. Jonea, I ant Idda, Abergele; 3, R. E. Birch, Brvn Euryn, Colwyn Bay. ;nG»inI OF, m £ r™not exceeding 13 hands,shown in aaddle: I E. W Johnson, Brynvpia, jjan- ducin^, I.obe't Parrv. Abergele; 2, LilwaU and Lewis butchers, Old Colwyn; h.c., J. Owen Jones. KR.G.S., Anneddle, Uar.rwst. Wn> i* Tm?reiT>VOr 14 hands ^own in saddle Wl o wailT **ermt>n> Gloine Orme, Uan J, VV- J? ,U,Tvey- Afonwen; h.c., Frank M i^S V YJV c., The Hon. E- Moatyn. Mostyn Hall, Mostyn. Mare or „<• ending, 15 hands or over, sihown in saddle. 1, Gough Watki.ns, Old Colwyn; 2, F. iS .m QfrA uC" Thr?mas H- r J w D- aiwJ J- 0. Pritehard, Glun-v-VVorn. Mochdrj. TURNOUTS. a^b °r not under 14.2 hands, n^- 1 rv,e*u I5'2 hant'6' •show'n in har" tvT^'p £ IOw K Mos^n' Mofetyn Hail, Mos- ;l: ,?,nk H'y nion. Glaine Orme, Llandud- Mcehdre Pntc.hard, Gl'an-y-Wern, Mare o- eeklimg 13 hands and under shown in 9we-' H. Parry, The Nanhoron Arms Rob"t Dolwen. A Jx.rg'lc. Mare or gelding, 14 hands and under, shown '9n (o')C0n) l.1' Robert Parry, Abergele; 4 E- .Roberts, 2, Que&nVstreet, Rhyl Tandem turnout (open): 1, D. and J. O. Pritch- ard. Glan-y-Wern, Mochdre. Conveyance fcr children: 1, Owen Rees, Ty'.n yffordd, St. Asap.h; 2, W. Foatheretone. Bee Hotel, Abergele; c., J. 0. Jones, F.1\G.S., Anneddle. Llanrwst. Tradesmen't; turnout; 1, Mrs Henrv Jones, butcher, St. Asaph; 2, S. Evans, PaTk Stores, Colwyn Bav. JUMPING COMPETITION. Best and cleverest jumper (open): 1, F. V. Gransro, Oak House Farm, Farndon. THE LUNCHEON. At the usual luncheon, which, was served at the Bee Hotel, where Mr Featherstone catered BnlerididJv, the eha r was taken by the vicw Prcs' don t, who, in giving the loyal toasts, re- ferred to the King's close connection with ..g'ri- cuituro, and to the fact that he took a great in- tere*-t in the breeding < if the best of horsc?6 and stock. It was a compliment to Wales that re- cently His Majesty had remarked on the very fine annuals which; were exhibited at the shows from tne Principality. In Olivine th& toast of "Success to the Aber- trele Horse Show," t.he Hon. E. Mostyn (eon of Lord Mostyn, Mostyn Hall); congratulated the committee on the splendid a-rrav of hordes they had l'hat day. It wat?, lie said, a pleasure to eomj to such a -how, and he wished it the suc- cess it d:)*>ervcd. Mr D. VV uiia'Ti. Ty Gwvn, an old exhibitor, and one who lakes a great interest in the show, responded, and ta-ked aM to co-operate in ma:in- tamine i.n v hiyrh standard the show hnd reached. to. Mr E. A. Crabbe was entrusted the pro. T)o-iinz of 1,he, torst of the Vlce-Pres:de,nt. Ho dwelt .m the help that Mr Mac. NwhoJI ahvavs gives to Bathenngs of this kind, and to the en- t'husiasm ho abvays dfinlayn .in pushing: forward the interests of institutions which will benefit farmers The Vice Pre<-ii.cnt having briefly responded, t'no tocist of t>hie wa^ given by Mr J. D. •Tom* farmers The Vice Pre<-ii.cnt having briefly responded, t'no tocist of t>hie wa^ given by Mr J. D. .Ton, The Judges replied, and remarked that while they would like to have TOen 'the entries koep- ing up to what they were last. year, it was with pleasure that they had feen such valuable ani- maJa broneht before them. Theirs wa," no light task, -ind the committee had the satisfaction of' knovvirifr that they had <jyven the fudges p!entv to do. as so many Coo-d animals were brought into he nng (hear, hear). a

HAWARDEN SHOW AND FETE. Hawarden Park was on Monday the venue of several thousands of people, who inspected the horticultural, poultry, pio-eon, cage-bird, and rabbit show of the local society, which, to- gether with athletic sports, forms" one of the most popular holiday festivals in North Walet?. This was the show at which the late Mr Glad- stone delivered his fa.molls agricultural speeches, and on this Occasion the you:it? Mr W. G. C. Gladstone, followed in his grandfather's footsteps by distributing the prizes. In the open class prominent winners includ- ed Mr G. H. F. Robertson, High Sheriff ot Denbighshire; Mr J. Eldon Bankee, K.C., Canon Drew Messrs A. D. Chambers, J. J. Moore, T. Johnson. W. Bryan, v. R. Freme, G. Johnson, and Miss Helen Gladstone. The poultry show attracted numerous promi- nent birds. The successful exhibitors included Messrs G.. Faulkner, Row ton; T. R. Parry, Wrexham: A. A. Marwiok, Bury; S. Fletcher, Derby; R. N. Ash ton, Urmston; R. S. Gardi- ner, I-lawarden; and in the pigeon section H. Areher, Absrgele; G. Hall, Oxton; and G. J. Jones, Llangollen. Mr Gladstone, after distributing the prize?, delivered an interesting speech, dwelling at length on the habits and life of bees.

NEWMARKET EISTEDDFOD THE MOST SUCCESSFUL YET HELD. The committee of the Newmarket Eisteddfod are to be congratulated on the success which attended their Chair Eisteddfod on Monday. The meeting has now been regularly held for some years, with varying results, but this year the oommittee are in the happy position of being able to report a record attendance. No doubt this was in a large measure due to the beautiful weather, but those responsible had also worked very hard, and no stone was left untutrned to ensure a satisfactory result. Competitors came from all parts, and the competitions were far above the average, while the enthusiasm of the audience was unbounded. Those who have at- tended previous meetings declare that that on Monday was the best yet held. The. whole of the arrangements were carried out by a committee, of which Mr J. Jones, Wynne's School, was chairman; Mr Ed. Wynne, Shop Newvdd, vice-chairman; Messrs J. Roberts and A. Williams, treasurers; and Mr Ed. Hughes, LIan Cottage, secretary. i Mr M. A. Ralli presided over the first meeting, while Lord Mostyn took the chair at the evening gathering, and. entered very heartily into the proceedings, watching the contests with interest, and taking part in the chairing of the success- ful bard. Mr Hugh Edwards (Huwco Penmaen) made an admirable conductor, while the adjudi- cators were as follows:—Music, Mr W. M. Ro- berts, Wrexham; poetry, Berw; essay, the Rev. J. Charles, Denbigh; recitations, Huwco Pen- maen and Mr J. Jones, Wynne's School. Miss Editb L. Roberts, Newmarket, was the acoojn- nanist; TelynOres Lleifiad, harpist; and Mr W- O Pontypridd, ircuiHion singer* THE AWARDS. The awards were as follows :—• Best collection of wild flowers: 1, E. Jones, Newmarket; 2, Myfanwy Jones, do.; 3, William Davies. Miss Pierce, Trelogan, gavo each of the unsuccessful competitors a prize as an encou- ragement. There were three competitors for the chil- dren's pianoforte competition, and the prize was awarded to Miss Jones, North brook-street, Liver- pool. Essay, "Y Samariaid a'u Crefydd:" Mr Lewis Hughes, Bryniau, Meliden. There was a good entry for the children's solo, Rwy n myn'd, fy mam," and after a very pleas- ing contest the prize was awarded to Miss Hol- land, Birkenhead. For the best pencil sketch of a stag, four com- petitors sent in fair work, and Mr Joseph Wil- liams, Llanasa, took the prize. For the contralto solo eleven had entered, and three were selected to appear on the stage. The piece was "Pwy sy'n myn'd i'w fagu ef," the successful soloist being Miss M. J. Daviee, Mar- ina, Cwm. In the children's recitation competition, the first prize was won by Master Howell Jones, rfynnongroew, and the second by Master Ho- well Williams, Greenfield, Holywell. Best muffatees: Mrs Owen, Llanrwst. An- other winner was also announced, but she did not appear Best knitted gloves: Mrs Evans, Bala. Poetry, "Gwron y Mynydd:" Mr J. T. Levi, Swansea Valley. Tenor solo, "Harps of Gold:" Mr Thomas Morris, Brymbo. Two choirs only competed for the mixed choral competition, 15 to 25 in number, and after a very good contest the prize was won by the Birken- head Choir, led by Mr D. R. Jones. For the best lady's dressing jacket, the adjudi- cator awarded the prize to "Gladys," but she did not answer to her name. <<T?-even comI)etitors entered for the recitation, Prisoner of Chillon," and tbe prize went to Mr T. C. Nuttall, Adelaide-road, Liverpool. THE CHIEF CHORAL COMPETITION. The chief choral competition drew together six choirs, and the prize was secured by the Birkenhead United, led by Mr D. R. Jones, the adjudicator complimenting all who took part in giving a capital rendering of the piece, which was "Bydd melus gofio y cyfamod." At the evening meeting Lord Mostyn spoke briefly on the advantages of the eisteddfod from all educational point of view, and expressed the hope that the Newmiarket Eisteddfod would aJ- wa'Y8 have no large an attendance as he saw there that evening-. Crochet toilet tidier: 1, "Doris" and "Martha." There wae a very good competition for the soDrano solo. "nirrlA at their Matins," and the prize was won by MiRi Edith Shields, Old Col- wyn, who sang exceedingly well. There was only one entry for the penillion singinC, and he was awarded the prize-Mr Holland, Birkenhead. For the recitatic.n. "Cyfarohiad Llewellyn," t-here were 24 .competitors, the successful being Miss M. E. Jones, Seaforth, Liverpool. Sofa cushion cover: Mrs Vicars, IJanassa. Essay: Mr Joseph Williams, Brynidrie, Llan- dudno The competition for the chair attracted six competitors, and the winner proved to be Mr Husrh Hushes ("RhuddJad"), LJanrhyddlad, .Anglesey. He was duly chaired with the a.n- cient ceremonial, Lord Mostyn not only ass* ting, but adding £ 1 to the prize money. Cashmere frock: Mrs Vickcs, Llanassa. In the competition for pianoforte playi.ng, M:l'I Gladys Hughes. Gronant, ,was the success- ful comnetitor. Best stocking's: MiVb Jonee, Graig, Newmarket. Best made photo-frame: Mr John Wiiliams, Point of Avr. Nineteen entered for the barito.ne solo, "The Resurrection Morn," and the winner was Mr D. R. Jonee. Birkenhead. Duet (own ohoiee): Messrs D. R. Jones, Birken- head, and T. R. Jones, Park-road, Liverpool. Six choirs competed in the mixed choral event on "The Morning Star, and after a remark- ably close contest the prize wa.s awarded to the Brymbo Choir, ormducted by Mr R. J. Robert6., the Birkenihead Choir being second.

CORWEN r CHAIR EISTEDDFOD. STIRRING CHORAL COMPETITIONS. ¡ Amongst the numerous local and provincial Eistedd- fodau held annually in North Wales, the one held at Corwen claims premier position. The little town by the Dee abounds in historical associatiüns and its beau- tiful surroundings amidst the charms of the fair vale of Edeyrnion made it an attractive centre for all on pleasure bent. On August Bank Holiday each year during the past two decades it is the Mecca of num- erous lovers .of the Muse who floek hither to enlov competitions o! a very high standard. The National: Eisteddfod being this year held in the neighbouring town of Llangollen, it was prophsaied that this year's festival at Corwen would suffer much in popularity'' But the reverse was proved to bo the case. The en- tries for the various competitions were above the. average, ajid constituted a record in the musical sec-' tion, whilst the attendance at the three was; exceptionally numerous. At an early hour. excursion' trains from all parts brought throngs of enthusiastic i eisteddfodwyr to the town, which waa gailv decorattd with banners,bunting, and floral arches for tho 'ooca- sion. The feature of the day's proceedings, un- doubtedly, wa-S the magnificent choral singing, in which the deepest interest was evinced, and it is (pit s- tiouablc whether more strenuous contests will be wit- nessed a month hence at Llangollen. THE OFFICIALS. The organisation of the Eisteddfod is :intrusted to experienced and capable businrcs men, and better ar- rangements cou!d not be desired. The (irneral Qum- mittee this year was presided over bv the Itf v. T O. Roberts, Brynderwydd, with Mr John Rowlands, Bath- afarn as liia deputy, whilst Mr J. Salisbury lioberts, Vaeuol, was Chairman of the Executive Committee; Mr Humphrey Hee.s.Reliance House, Deputy-Chairman Mr Hugh Iorrjs, Cesail-y-Berwyn. secretary; and, Mr David Davies, N. and S. Wales Bank, hon treasurer. ihe chairmen of the sectional .committee? were the following Literary, Riv. John Williams; musical, Dr D. R. Edwards; art, Mr H. Recs; financial, Mr Jonathan Davies, Brvnjfwyn. The foilowing wer;; the adjudicators roetry, Rev. J. 9* Wiliams (Pedrog), 'Liverpool, and Rev. T. Daviee (Bethel), Cardiffprose, Hev. W. 0. Evans, Rhyl, and Prof. yV. lieri Evans, Carmarthen recitations, Uwr- theyrn, Bala; Rev. John Williams and Lewis Davies; translations, Rev. Wynne Jones, Carnarvon; music, Messrs David Jenkins, Mus. Bac., Aberystwyth, David Thomas, B.A., Mus. Bac., Pontardulais, and Juhn Wil- liams, organist of Christ Church, Carnarvon art, Miss Walker. Mrs Williams, Mrs Davies, Mrs Lloyd John, Mrs Roberts, Miss Appleton (Corwen), Messrs M. Henry Roberta (Llangollen), R. S. Wayne (BrynllWyn), H. Lewis, F.G.S. (Llangollen), L. J. "Roberts, H.M.I. and A. Taylor, H.M.I.; and D. W Roberts (London). Llifon was the Eisteddfod conductor, whilst Messrs Bryan Warhurst (Rhyl) and W. J. Kington, organist of St. Julian's Church, Corwen, were the acoompaniste For the evening concert the noted Cardiff Ladies' Choir (conducted by Madame Hushes Thomas) had been engaged, together with the following artistes • Miss Marianne Squires, Madame Jones-Roberts. Madame S. J. Thomas, Miss Nansi Langdon, Mies Nolcini, Mr David Hughes, EIJIj Dar, and Te:ynores Gwalia. The fiiios Siher Band was in attendance during the day, and played several selections both in the streets and at the marquee. THE GORSEDD. At nine o'clock a vaet concourse assembled in Queen's Square, where the antiquated gorsedd ceremonies were celebrated. The proceedings were presided over in his usual happy vein by 'Llifon. The Druidic prayer was offered by the Rev. Strand Jones, curate of Cor- wen, and bardic addresses were delivered by the fol- lowing bards: Pedrog, Bethel, Perfchog, Bryfdir, Cad- wnfa, Oefnydd and Owen Hughes, Eos Dar, delighted the audience with penillion singing, whilst Miss Bessie Jones (Telvnores Gwalia) brought forth melodies from the harp strings. MORN!NG SESSION. The spacious marquee was filled to ite utmost capa- city during the morning session. A late start was made, but once commenced the proceedings went on without a hitch, and Llifon, who conducted, kept all in a happy mood. Mr William Jones, Liverpool, was the president, and Llifon made a smart hit when he said his praises were in everyone's mouth, tffw refer- once being to Uie gentleman's profession, that of a dentist. Miss Bessie Jonee having given a selection of Welsh airs on the harp, the following awards were made:- Musical composition for juvenile choirs: "Bartholo- mew," who did not respond, was awarded the pre- mium from amongst eight. The Rev. Wynne Jones, Carnarvon, awarded the prize for a translation of a Welsh hymn into English to Mr Tom Morris, Birkenhead, eight having com- peted. Forty-four stanzas, "A Mother's Smile," were ad- judicated upon, the winner being Mr John Geufronydd Jones, Towyn. Pencil drawing, "Queen Victoria's Bridge": 1, "Nil Desperandum"; 2, Mr T. A. Edmunds, Corwen. Brush drawings of plants: 1, "Trevor"; II, Arthur H. Roberts, Llangollen. THE JUVENILE CHOIRS. Prizes of 97 and M were offered in the juvenile choral competition, for which five had entered, but only three came forward, viz., 'Llantysilio (Mr John Jenkins), Gwyddelwern (Mr H. Hannam), and Menai, Carnarvon (Mr R. Roberts). The test piece was "Pussy, my pet." After a very interesting contest, Llantysilio was awarded premier honours, and Carnarvon second. A large number of children competed in reciting, "Yr Aayn Anfoddog," Master Roger Hughes, Brougn- ton, being the prize winner. Essay, "Socialiew in the light ot Scripture," Rer. E. V. Humphreys, Barmouth. Essay, "Sub-consciousness," Rev D. E. Lloyd, Cwm- rhos. South Wale«. The tenor solo competition attained a high standard of excellence, and the adjudicators diTided the prizes' between Mr John Orris Jones, J>Q)(eUey and Mi J. Short metrical poem, "The Morning," 18 competitors, "Hedonydd," who did not respond Soprano solo competition, "The Bell," Miss Edith Davies, Wrexham. Hir-a-thoddaid, "Sir Lewis Morria." Out of 14, the winner was the popular conductor Llifon. CHIEF MALE VOICE CHORAL COMPETITION. The greatest enthusiasm prevailed during the chief male voice choral compeliton. A premium of £30, and a silver-plated cup to the conductor, was offered for the brst rendering of "Crossing the Plains" (T. Mal- dwyn Price). Ten choirs had entered, but failed to appear. They sang in the following order: 1, Moel-i wyn, Fastiniog (Mr Cadwaladr Roberts); 2, Machyn- lleth (Mr J. 0. Williams); 3, Old Colwyn (Mr D. D, Parry); 4, Carnarvon (Mr Walter Thomas); 5, Con- nah's Quay and Shottcn (Mr C. L. 'Lynes); 6, Warring- ton Apollo (Mr H. Berry); 7, Crewe Apolio (Mr H. Stubbs). Mr David Jenkins delivered a concise adjudication' on the singing, preceding his remarks with an appeal to Welsh choristers to learn new pieces instead of re-iterating the old continually. He also hoped that the old idea was gradually vanishing that it was wrong to sing of nature in its many forms. The competition, he added, had reached a high standard of excellence, and he would be surprised if better could be heard at this year's National Esteddfod. No. I.-Very good start; basses clear on all notes tenors good and crisp, but second tenors should be strengthened. Attack very good in several passages, and as clear as crystal. A splendid performance. No. 2.—The voices were rather thick, the tone duller, and there was a deficiency in colouring. The voices were good, but more buoyancy wanted. Lack of ac- centuation in the time. No. 3.—Good tone at the start, the allegro a little too slow, the foite poor. The prayer was nnished very well. There waa au absence of forcing, but a lack of climaxes. No. 4.—Good tempo. and clear voices. Unfor- tunately the tenors got a little flat in the prayer. The basses were exceptionally good, and kept the tenors from bdng more out of time. A good well- balanced choir. No o.—Rather a lazy attack; words not clear Good attempt at expression in the prayer, and the finish was also very creditable. t No. 6.—Good start; the tenor solo was fair; some passages were faulty; the attack at times was some- what slow. A more blithe and gay feeling would have improved the. singing. No. 7.-Plenty of spirit, but tone not good through- out. The competition lay between choirs No. 1 and 4, but as the Carnarvon choir had slightly got out of tune, the prize was awarded to the Moelwyn Choir, led by the old veteran, Mr Cadwaladr Roberts. The award was received, with vociferous cheers. Collection of Ferns "Shello Myth." Knitted woollen gloves 1, Mrs J. E. Owen, Farm Yard, Llanrwst; 2, Miss Bevan, Llangennech: Three stanzas: "Eastertide, Whitsuntide and Christ- mastide," Artro, Liverpool (late of Dolgelley). AFTERNOON SESSION. Mr L. J. Roberts, H.M.I., was the president of the second meeting., Eos Dar having sung penillion to the accompani- ment of Telvnores Gwalia, the following awards were made:— Recitation for seniors, "Tho Vale of Death": Miss Madge Jones, Yspytty, Ifan. Monologu, "Simon under the Cross"; Bryfdir, Fostiziiog, and "Dwj-s," who did not respond, were placed equal. Juvenile solo, "Welcome the Bee" Master Supert Jopes, Wrexham, son of Professor Wilfrid Jones. The Chairman, who was accorded a hearty welcome, in the course of a brief address, eulogised the Eisteddfod Committee for their enterprise annually, and congratulated all upon the record success of this year's festival. He asked his fellow-countrymen to learn the Old Notation as well as the Tonic Sol-fa system, and also to cultivate instrumental music (cheers)* Tenor and bass duet, "What do I see?" (D. Jenkins): Messrs Powell Edwards and J. Watkin Hughes, Rhcs, who gave a magnificent rendering of the piece. Contralto solo, "The Fisherman's Wife": Mrs J. "Lewis, Capel Curig. Ballad, The Old Stocking": Prize divided between4 Lliion and Bryfdir CHAIR WITH-HELD. Much interest was manifested when the adjudica- tion on the poems sent in was delivered by Pedrog. The subject was, "The Ever-open Door," and two compositions wera sent in, but they were devoid of merit, and therefore the carved oak chair and a pre- mium of £6 was wi^h-held. So the vast congregation: were denied the privilege of witnessing the interesting ceremonies connected with the chairing of the bard. Afterwards, Pedrog delivered a graceful panegyric to the late Mr Hugn Morris (Rhuddfryn), one of the best supporters of the Eisteddfod. Bethel also deliver- ed in memorium stanzas. Madame Huglies-Thomas having sang in a charming manner, followed by Eos Dar with his "penillion, the SECOND MALE VOICE CONTEST was announoed. A prize of ZCIO was offered for the best rendering of Welsh Airs (arranged by Dr. Rogers, Bangor). Only, two out of the four choirs who had entered came forward, viz., Cefnma.wr (Mr J. R. Davies), and Llanfor (Mr David Roberts). The prize was divided between them. i Carving on oak, "The Red Dragon": Mr Tyrer,, Llangefni Baritone solo competition, "Bedd Llewelyn" (W. 0. • Jones): Mr Sam Evans, Liverp<>oL The North Wales Women's Temperance Union offered: a prize of £5 5s for the best collection of hymn-tunes suitable for White Ribbon Choirs. There was only one competitor, and his hymn-tunes were more suit- able for religious gatherings than for temperance pur- poses, therefore the prize was with-held to be offered again next year. CHIEF CHORAL COMPETITION. Only two choirs competed in the chief clio-ral. competition, but feeling ran very high, one be- ing an English combination, Talke, Staffordshire, conducted by Mr J. Whewall, and the other the Cefn Mawr Cho'r.. The two choirs met at Rihos Eisteddfod a month ago, when Talke were the victora The judges divided the £ 50 prize be- tween the two. choirs. The test piect1 were "By Babylon's Wave" and "The gliding river." The Welsh choir kept up in tune tlhroughout the rendering of both pieces, whilst the Talke Choir were half a tone out of tune in the glee, but their einsring of the chorus was magnificent. The Eisteddfod terminated with a grand con- cert. at which the loAleW Choir and the artistes named took part, and delighted the huge assem- bly. Thus a remarkably successful festival was brought to a close.,

BANK HOLIDAY ACCIDENTS DISASTER TO A PLEASURE PARTY. TWO PERSONS KILLED NEAR DINAS DENLLB. A party of NantUe people on pleasure ben) had a very ead home coming on Monday. S'x or seven persons left home in a car be. longing to and driven bv Lewis Jones, a markel carrier, with the intention of spending the after- noon at Dinas DhnUe, a favourite resort oa Carnarvon Bay. When tak;,ng a rather steep hill in a narrow lane, locaJly known 11¡s w1 Gooh. the horce's bit either broke or got loose, and at onco the driver partially Jost control o( the horse, which dashed away down the hill. It an attempt to stop the. horso the driver jumped off his fioat, and failing under the car had his leg fractured. Overcome with fright some of cth, oaissengerB also began to leave the car. with fatal I results. Mrs Hannaih Williame, an elderly widow, re- siding at Penorsedd-terrace, Nan tile, fell on her head. and succumbed to her injuries in a very I short time. Miiss Gwen Edwards, a ailddle- aged woman, of Baladeulyrj-terrace, fractured the baae of her skull, and died within half-an- hour of her arrival home. A third woman, Mrs Thomas, widow of Mr Edward Thomas, Penyr- orsedd. received serious injuries to her head, but she jI. recoveriollg" and a young lad waa treate-d for bruises on his face. The remaining occupAnts kept tiheir seats, and in this way ea- oaped iniurv. Dr. Morris Davies and Dr. Robert Owen, Penygroes, attended upon the in- iured. and in the case of Mi Edwards no hopes of neoovarr were entertained from the outset. The arrival of the dead and injured at Nan- tile later joIJ. the day oast a gloom over the dis- triat.

A CLERGYMAN KILLED AT TOWYN. A fatal motor acc-nlent occurred at Towyn. Merionethshire, on Sunday evening, when th* Rev. Mr Packard, oi Bury St. Edmunds, lost his tifA- It appears the ear. was bei.ng slowly driven down High-street, and when close to the old lyoh gate the deoeaged gentleman, who was crossing, appeared to hesitate, and was caught by tSia car. Both his logs were broken and his right ear torn off. He died at six o'clock on Mon- day monning.

FATALITY AT, MOLD. On Monday afternoon quite a gloom overspread Mold by the news of the death of Jic, aged five, second soil of Dr. O. M. Lunt, of Clifton I House. It apperrs that shortly before 4.30 tha little bovran out from the house into the road, and in the presence of his mother was run d ow-a by a motor car. The child was severely injured about the head, and died soon after the arrival of Dr. Williams. No blame is attributed to the, motorist. O.n Tuesday morning an inquest was held ai Mold by Mr F. Ll. Jones, the county coroner. On Mogiday, about 4 p.m. Mr G. Eiviois, builder and contractor, of Handgwortli, Birming- ham, was driving a motor car, of which lie la the owner, throug'h Moid. Suddenly the child ran into the main street in front of the car, and, being knecked down, was apparently run over,- a.nd sustained injuries which shortly afterwards resulted in death. The car, according to the. evidence of witnesses, stopped almost immediate- ly, and Mr Elvine gave what assistance he could. The iurv returned a verdict of accidental death, and exonerated the driver from any blame. They also expressed sympathy vvith the parents.

A picturesque and somewhat pathetic cere- mony took place at Welshpool on Tuesday, when the officers, non-commissioned officers,, and men of the disbanded 4th Battalion South Wales Borderers (Militia) handed over their colours to be deposited in St. Mary's Parish Church. The offical list of the adjudicators of the, musical competitions for the National Eisteddfod for next year, to be held in London, has now been completed. They will be Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, Dr. M'Naught, Mr D. EmJyn Evanjs, Mr Daniel Price, and Mr I-larry Evans, Liverpooi. The adjudicators of the penillion singing will be Mr David Evans (Eos Dar), of Mardy, and Mr Lloyd Williams, of Baii gol'. The text of the Bill promoted in the House of Lords to confer the municipal franchise upon 'mercantile corporations and companies has just. I been Dublished. It is estimated that companies t pay a third of the rate in the largest cities, and vet have no vote. The views of some of the leading companies representing eleven classes of commerce have been ascertained, and there, is a widespread desire for such franchise.

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