The Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria

Flint. AT Flint sessions, on Wednesday, the Mayor pre- siding, eleven publicans made application for ex- tension of one hour from eleven to twelve on Coro- nation day. Mr T. H. Denny, Ship Hotel, made the application, and gave as his reasons for doing so that there would be a display of fireworks in Cornish Park, some distance out of town, and that people would want refreshments after the fireworks were over. Super- intendent Davies, on behalf of the police, entered a strong protest against the application. Mr R. W. Knighton, president of the Flint Free Church Council, and the Revs J. D. Williams, J: Lewis, and Isaac Evans read resolutions from their respective churches also strongly opposing. Mr J. Williams, assistant overseer, opposed as a ratepayer. The application was granted.

Llangerniew. Friendly Society Demonstration.—On Monday the Cernyw Yale- Friendly Society Club held their annual demonstration. The village was quite astir. The Llanfairtalhaiarn Brass Band, under the conductorship of Bandmaster T. Davies, played several marches, sentimental selections, and dance music. The band headed the procession to iHafodunos, where they re- ceived a kind welcome from Colonel Sandbach; and at the Vicarage they were met by the vicar, Rev. D. W. Davies. At Bron Llan a substantial repast was provided by Mrs Williams, to which everybody did justice. In the afternoon there was a feature of solemnity, as one of the oldest members of the society was taken to his last place of rest, in the person of the late Mr Samuel Roberts, Cefn Coch. Deceased was widely known and highly respected by every- body. The funeral was largely attended. In the evening a grand concert in aid of the society was held at the National Schools, when the fol- lowing was the programme:—Part I.: Song, "Hen Wlad- fy Nhadau," Mr Festin Jones; pianoforte duet, Misses Nellie and Lottie Jones; son'g, "Yn iach i ti Gymru," Miss Davies song, "Lead, Kindly Light," Mr Festin Jones; song, "0, rhowch i mi Bregeth Gymraeg," Miss Owen; due't, "Flow on, thou shining river," Misses Jones and Roberts; song, "Gyda'r Wawr," Miss Williams; song, "Sunshine and Rain," Miss Jones ,Penisa'rLlan, Llangerniew); duet, "Y Ddau Arwr," Messrs O. and R. F. Williams. Part II. Pianoforte duet, Misses Hughes and Roberts; song, "Merch y Cadben," Mr Festin Jones; song, "The Swallows," Miss Owen; song, "Ar y Traeth," Miss Davies; song, "Wait. ing," Miss Williams (Llangerniew); duet, "0, Tell me, Gentle Stranger," Mr Festin Jones and Miss Nellie Owen; song, "Gwlad fy Mebyd," Mr O. Williams song, "All Pots," Mr Butcher song, "Gwlad y Delyn" Miss Davies (Trofarth) and the song "Unwaith eto'n .Nghymru Anwyl," Mr Festin Jones. Colonel Sandbach, in a brief speech, stated he was glad to observe from the balance-sheet that the society was flourishing. He hoped to see more members next year. Mr E. Davies, Gors (secretary to the society), thanked Colonel Sandbach for presiding; and the vocalists for their valuable services.

LIanrwst. Special Police Court.—At a special meeting of this court, on Wednesday morning last, before Dr Jones and Mr H. J. W. Watling, Ralph Kersip Williams, of Denbigh-street, Llanrwst, was charged with being drunk and assaulting P.C. Owen at the Albion Hotel on the previous evening. Defendant was fined 5s and costs for the drunkenness, and 1-2 and costs for the assault, or in default fourteen days.

Penmaenmawr. Cantata Performance.- There was a crowded congregation at Moriah Church, Penmaenmawr, on Tuesday evening, on the occasion of the per- formance of the popular cantata, Plant y Nefoedd," by the children's choirs connected with the Con- gregational Churches of Moriah, Penmaenmawr, and Ebenezer, Bangor. Mr J. Arthur Williams, Bangor, presided, whilst Mr Pedr Jones conducted in his usually excellent style. The programme, which comprised some twenty-six items, opened with a miscellaneous concert, the contributors being Miss Sallie Griffith, Roewen; Miss A. Jones, Pen- maenmawr Mr Rees Davies, Llanfairfechan Miss Dilys Williams, Bangor and Mr R. J. Evans, Llandudno Junction. The solos in the cantata were taken by Miss M. Owen, Miss McClement (Mair) Mrs Clarke (Eunice) Mr Kingston Jones (Moses) Mr E. J. Evans (Abram) Miss S. Parry, Miss A. L. Phillips, with the Misses Edwards and Hughes, and Master H. Jones in the trio, Nyni fu'n gweini arno." Messrs W. Jones, C. Davies, R. Owen, R. Parry, and W. J. Phillips were the violinists, and Miss Redstone accompanied. The result was a credit to the performers, and an encouragement to Miss Robinson, and Miss Nellie Jones, who were primarily responsible for the arrangements.

Prestatyn. Sale of Work. It is proposed to hold a sale of work iit August in aid of the organ and new vestry fund. Summer Services.—In order to accommodate visitors during the summer months, special services will be held in the church schoolroom, when the vicar choral of St. Asaph will assist in the services. "God Save the King."—A correspondent enquires as to the reason the children attending the National and Board-Schools are not being taught to sing God Save the King." Considering that the National Anthem will be sung many times during next week, our correspondent wonders how the children can be expected to give a proper rendition if they are not taught.

Ruthin. District Nursing Association.—An American bazaar, in aid of the funds of the above Association, was held in the Assembly Room on Tuesday last. There was a very good attendance, and a capital- sale took place. Postal Arrangements. On Thursday, the 26th of June business will be transacted as on Sundays, the office being opened for the accept- ance of telegrams, sale of stamps, etc., from ,eight a.m. to ten a.m. On Friday, the 27th of June, business ordinarily transacted on Bank Holidays will 'be done. Money orders,. Savings Bank, and postal order business will be sus- pended at noon, but for the sale of stamps, tele- graphing,. and acceptance of parcels the office will be open all day. It should be noted that on these days the rural postmen in most cases will start on their return journeys one hour after reaching their respective points. Board of Guardians. — At a meeting of this Board held on Monday, the Rev J. F. Reece pre- siding, references were made to the death of Mr Owen Williams, Glanclwyd, who had been a mem- ber of the Board for a quarter of a century.—On the motion of Mr Henry Williams, seconded by Mr T. O. Jones, a resolution of sympathy with his family was unanimously adopted. The Board decided to give each outside pauper is as extra relief during Coronation week. An animated discussion took place upon a resolution moved by Mr J. H. Simon condemning the Education Bill.— Mr A. Lloyd Jones (a Churchman and Conservative) protested against the introduction of such a subject on the ground that it would intensify political and religious bitterness in the Board. The Chairman also spoke against the motion, but it was passed ultimately with a very large majority, only four voting against it. Desertion of Children.-At a special sitting of the Ruthin magistrates on Monday, John Jones, of Llanrhydd-street, Ruthin, was charged with cruelty to his children, whom he also deserted. Mr T. W. Griffith appeared to prosecute on behalf of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children. In November, 1900, the defendant and his wife, Elizabeth Jones, was summoned for the offence. The defendant absconded, but his wife was sent to gaol for two months. She was at once placed in the prison infirmary, where she died in five days after commitment. Whilst in the dock prisoner said he had written several letters to his wife, but had had no reply. He did not know that she was dead.—Evidence as to the cruelty and desertion was given by Inspector James, Dr Byford, and Sergeant Woollam. The defendant was sentenced to four months' imprisonment, with hard labour,

St. Asaph. Coronation of their Majesties. The district Probate Registry at St Asaph will be closed on the 26th, 27th, and 28th inst. At the Postoffice on the 26th inst, business will be conducted as on ordinary Sundays only, and on the 27th as on Bank-holiday. On each of these days there will be one delivery of letters and one despatch only. School Holidays.—The managers of the National Schools, St Asaph, have decided to close the schools for the whole of Coronation week, much to the delight of the juvenile portion of the community.

Trefriw. Improvement Company Limited. We are pleased to announce that Miss Wade, Hotel Belle Vue, has presented through Miss King, hon. sec., a splendid flag to the above company, for their tennis, croquet, and bowling grounds as a Corona- tion gift. It is needless to say that at a directors' meeting held on Saturday last, Mr Reginald Francis (in the chair), the following resolution was cordially passed That the hon. sec. write to Miss Wade, expressing the unanimous thanks of the directors for her very handsome Coronation present of a flag, and which was much needed for the use of the grounds, and also for her kindness on various occasions in connection with the above company."

(For First Day's Proceedings see page 6.) St Paul's Bazaar at Colwyn Bay. The Second Day. Though not such a. bright day as Tuesday, the weather on the second day of the bazaar was, on the whole, favourable. A large number assembled to witness the opening ceremony by Mrs Porter, Pwllycrochan. Before the cere- mony commenced, Miss Dolly Hope, the young daughter of the Rev J. H. Hope, M.A., presented Mrs Porter with a magnificent bouquet. Dr M. Venables Williams, in introducing Mrs Porter, said that -as far as they could ascertain, the takings on the first day of the bazaar were exceedingly good. Mrs Porter was received with applause, and in a few appropriate words declared the bazaar open. She wished it every success. Dr Brooks said that those who remembered Colwyn Bay twenty years ago knew that the late vicar, the father of their chairman, Dr Venables Williams, and the late Mr John Porter, were the pioneers of the town. Nothing could have been happier than that Mrs Porter should perform this ceremony whilst Dr Williams was the chair- man of the Bazaar Committee. He begged to move a cordial vote of thanks to Mrs Porter for her presence. In warmly seconding the motion, Mr E. H. Davies remarked that no family had done more for the church in Colwyn Bay than that of the Porters. The vote of thanks was carried amidst loud applause. Mr J. M. Porter responded on behalf of his mother, and remarked it was a great pleasure for her to be present, bearing in mind the capital object which they had in view. Canon Roberts then announced the names of the successful stallholders in the best-decorated stall competition. Mrs Edwards, The Palace, St. Asaph, had kindly adjudicated. The first prize, value one guinea, given by Mrs Haworth, Walshaw, was won by the Refreshment Stall. The-prize was handed to Mrs Arthur Allen, amidst applause. Mrs Roberts, The Vicarage, representing the Fancy Stall, was presented with the second prize, value 15s, given by Mrs Porter. The third prize went to the Welsh Cottage. This was of the value of 10s, and had been given by Mrs Marston, Coed Emrys. Mrs Edwards had suggested that a fourth prize be offered, and Mrs Roberts, The Vicarage, had very kindly given one. It was won by the Chil- dren's Stall, under the superintendence of Mrs Jenkins and Mrs jerkins. Dr Brooks moved a very hearty vote of thanks to Dr M. Venables Williams for the work he had done in connection with this bazaar. The Rev J. G. Haworth seconded the motion. Canon Roberts desired to include in the vote all whg had helped. They were too numerous to name one by one, but he would like to men- tion Miss Lasbrey and Miss Phillips, and also the Rev J. H. Hope, who had performed the duties of honorary secretary so well. The vote was carried with acclamation, and the ceremony terminated, as on the first day, with the playing of the National Anthem by the orchestra of young violinists, augmented by members of Mr. Underwood's band. A ping-pong tournament was played on Wed- nesday, with the following results: -t,adies' competition 1st prize, 'Miss Baker 2nd, Miss Hands; 3rd, Miss Lasbery. Gentlemen's com- petition: 1st prize, Mr D. Cartwright; 2nd, Mr R. O. Book. A pet pony, which was drawn for, was won by E. Pearson 12, Lyn'ton-road, Heaton Moor. An "error appeared in the printed programme stating that Miss Hand was in charge of the Gipsy tent. The name should 'be' Miss Cartwright. We are informed that a sum of about ^460 has been realised.

Llandudno Urban District Council. The New Rate. THE monthly meeting was held on Tuesday, Lord Mostyn in the chair. Lifeboat House. The National Lifeboat Institution were directed to be urged strongly to consider the possibility of removing the boathouse to a more convenient site. The Incoming Tide. It was decided to write to Mr Thomas Lewis, of Bangor, the owner of the steamboat jetty on West Shore, asking permission to put up on the pier notices warning the public of being rapidly surrounded by the incoming tide on the Conway shore. Owing to the great stretch of sands at low water, it was decided that a boat for the toll collector on the Marine Drive, who had applied for it for the purpose of going to the rescue of persons in distress, would be of no use, and the Council in providing a raft between the channels held that they had already done what was practi- cable. A letter was read from the Ecclesiastical Commissioners stating that they would themselves erect warning notices on the Conway shore. 6 Protection of the Promenade. The Surveyor (Mr. E. P. Stephenson) presented a plan showing the work necessary to be carried out for the protection of the Promenade. The scheme was approved, and the Local Government Board were applied to for a loan of £ 1,720 to carry out the work. New Road from Llanrhos. The Clerk stated that the representatives of Con- way and Llandudno' Councils met recently at the Junction and discussed the question of opening out a new road from Llanrhos to Llandudno Junction so as to avoid the hills at Ty'nycoed and Towyn. Two routes were suggested and walked over, and it was decided to ask the Llan- dudno Council to prepare and submit a plan showing the two routes, together with approxi- mate estimates of the cost of each route, and that a further meeting be held to determine what action should be taken. Mr Conolly was instructed to write to the town clerk of Conway stating that the Urban Council were greatly in favour of the proposal, but that, inasmuch as the whole of the land over which the new road would be made was within the borough of Conway, they were of opinion that the preliminary steps should be taken by Con- way. Other Improvements. The surveyor was requested to obtain further continuous seating for the promenade to the ex- tent of the sum included in the estimate for the purpose. It was announced that the work of laying the third section of the Isin. water main was com- pleted, and the engineer was authorised to retain Mr Sutcliffe, the clerk of the works, to prepare the necessary plans and specifications for a fourth section, so that application may be made to the Local Government Board for a loan for the purpose at an early date. Fire Arrangements. IT was reported, by the superintendent of the fire brigade that there had been two slight out- breaks during May. Messrs Thorp and W. Williams were asked to visit the new Grand Hotel, in company with the superintendent, and report upon the fire arrangements. At the sug- gestion of Mr John Owen, the Bye-laws Com- mittee were requested to pay friendly visits to all the other hotels and big boarding-houses with the same object. The Clerk stated that the directors of the Grand Hotel Company had writ- ten saying they would be pleased to allow the members of the committee to go through the building. It was agreed that a canvas shoot for the use of the brigade be made.—Mr W. O. Williams asked whether the fire escape at Llandudno was long enough to reach up to the higher storeys of the large hotels and other buildings in the town. Mr R. Bellis, chairman of the Committee, stated that the escape was high enough for all the buildings except the Grand Hotel, which was much higher than the remainder of the hotels but there was a perman- ent fire escape staircase provided at this hotel from all the upper floors. Finance and Rates. Mr W. O. Williams, chairman of the Finance Committee, moved that a rate of 4s 4d in the pound be laid for the ensuing year. He stated that there was an estimated deficit at the beginning of the last financial year of £800, and the year was completed with an actual deticit of £ 1,324. The estimated expenditure was exceeded by £ 131 the sum of £50 and the subsidy of the town band had not been estimated for. They had paid C141 towards the opposition to the Colwyn Bay scheme. There was a decrease in the receipts of £202. The estimated expenditure to the end of March next was £ 21,797. To this had to be added the deficit of -last year, making the grand total £ 23,121. There was an increase on the estimated expendi- ture this year of £ 1,598. The reason for this was the cost of the opposition to the Colwyn Bay Bill, something like £ 900, of which £140 had been paid, and £ 759 had been provided in the estimates. The temporary hospital would cost £392, the Coronation expenses £223, the new band stand £ 100, the town band Cioo, and sundry other expenses £ 24. Towards the total expenditure they estimated they would receive £ 4,173 from various sources, and £ 300 from the profits of the electric lighting works, and the rate of 4s 4d, an increase of a penny in the pound upon last year, would bring in £ 17,883, making a total of C22,356 leaving a deficit of £ 765. The deficit was an ex raordinary one, part of it being due to the ex- penses in connection with the Warburton case, and part caused by the opposition to the Colwyn Bay sewerage scheme. These and the temporary hospital accounted for the deficit, and but for them a 4s. 3d. rate would have been sufficient to pay their way. The deficit was a, decreasing one, for in 1900 it was close upon £ 3,000. Llandudno stood very well indeed as compared with other towns on the coast. In Bangor the rate was much higher, and so it was at Conway and at Colwyn Bay, while at Rhyl the rate had gone up this year by is. id' He thought they could congratulate themselves upon the financial position of Llandudno.— (Applause.) A New Scheme. A notice from the Charity Commission was read announcing that they proposed to issue a scheme for vesting the administration of a piece of land in Gloddaeth-street in the rector and churchwardens, stating that they would receive any objections within t,wenty,one days.—Mr MacMaster declared that the land ought to belong to the town.—The matter was referred to a committee. Other Items. It was announced that the loss on the working of the slaughter-house last year was £ 395. A loyal address to the King was ordered to be drafted by the clerk, and in lieu of having it illu- minated it was decided to contribute ten guineas to the King's Hospital Fund. ■

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