The Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria

^STEDDFOD AND THE PIERROTS. (To the Editor of the "Pioneer.") £ a y°ur issue of August 11th, Mr William Bav'n rcPertec' to have said at the Cohvyn ^»y Council meeting: "We laid down a cable for Mid p'crr°ts, and nobody said anything about it, th -p- Eisteddfod is surely more important than jt 6 Pierrots." I think, in common fairness to U3, «iould be stated that the pierrots were 'im- Gabl enou^h to pay £ 40 for the laying of tho w e that "nobodv said anything about."—I am, •' SIDNEY FRERE, General Manager of Catlin's Pierrots. wJwyn Bay.

LIFEBOAT SATURDAY DEMONSTRATION AT RHYL A VERY SUCCESSFUL PROCEEDINGS. ThciSe responsible for the organising of the LifcJboac Saturday demonstration: at Rhyl this year are to be complimented on the great success which attended their efforts. The main spring of the whole arrangements was undoubtedly Mr E. Nelson, tho hon. secretary, who, for the seo- ond year, has carried through in a most praise- worthy maimer a demonstration wihieh. ahouJdi brin.g- a considerable amount to the fumcfe of the parent organisation. Although confined to his room, and unable to take an active outside in- terest in the proceedings, CownciJlor A. Rhyd- wen Jones, ar; chairman of the committee, was deeply concerned in all the arrangements. Mr W. J. P. Storey, as president, also watched the course of events with his usiual keenness, whil-e Mr W. H. Johnson, of Parr's Bamk, dis- cihiarged the duties of hon. treasurer with much ability, giving a great dieai of time to his work. Tho Sltaff at Messrs Rihydwen Jonea and Davies, Queen-street, during the past few weeks have had a busy time, as the office for tho demonstra- tion was located in their establishment, and they have had to attend to a large number of cailiers. Tlho children who collected were most energetic, while the Boy Boouts have been untiring en their efforts to help a worthyobjoot. < THE "CLIO" BANi The first portion of the programme wtw too carrying out of & sand-hole and sand castle competition, and aititough- the rain durimg its progress somewhat interfered with tho arrange- inents. too little wcAersi did not loee heart., but gave a very good account of themselves. Mr and Mrs John. Williams, Portland Studio, with Councillor A. D. Hill, were the juetges, end they diiid their work very wdl. They awarded' the first prize to a very finely built sand' oasfcle which Master Wm. F. Mathews, of 5, H&gley- road, Birmingham, bed. built, but the judges had to depart, from the conditions laid down, and oould only judge the castle wïthout illumina- tions. owing to the rain.. The second prize went to a eandi-ho'e modo!Iio>d in too shapo of a lifo- iboat, and after dtzt->k it was illuminated most effectively, a large copy of the lifeboat poster being so arranged that the pict-are was thrown, well out by means of lights placed behind wazed paper. In the oemitre there was also a large mode! of a Lighthouse. The com-etitors respon- sible for this were -inlifi-cs G.tady:- Pcifenghome, D. Brownlow, and Irene Ohiltwell. Tho third prize went to Mis. Winnie Dean, Abbey-street, who 'had arranged her sandLhole to repreeent the reeeae of a vessel in distress—a well- thouight-o u t Bcherne. Tho v-h.c. card went to Miss CjÔe Marginson; -h.c. to Bertram Clayton, and c. to prisciJJa jono3. On Saturday the fine tuibular lifeboat stationed at Rhyl was brought out by Coxswain Hughes, and placed at the top of High-street, where it wM the object of much attention! from visitors. By the side of it were placed a finely set-out flower stall, in charge of Mrs J. Picroe Lewis amd Miss Deacon, who have now for years looked after thes auxiliary to the society's funds. The procession was organised between 1 and 2 o'clock, and led by the band from the training chip "Clio," of Bangor, who plaved, selections of music. The procession was marshalled by Coun-

LLANRWST BOARD OF GUARDIANS. SUNDAY ATTIRE FOR FEMALE INMATES. The monthly meeting of iilii3 Board was held on Tuesday, Mr D. G. Jones presiding. There were also present:—Rev. J. Gower, Messrs John Hughes, Isaac Ilughee, John Richards, W. Evane, Llewelyn G. Jonee, W. Williams, David Owen, J. Williams, Ma-thew Roberto, John Owen, E. P. Hughes, 0. Lloyd Jones, Evan Roberts, Edward Edwards, David Lewis, D. Jones (Gwytherin), together with Messrs T. Hughes (Clerk), O. Evans Jones and T. C. Ro- berts (Relieving Officers), and E. Hughes (Master). OUT-DOOR RELIEF. Mr Evans Jones, Relieving Officer for the Uanrwst district, reported that he had paid during tho month in outdoor relief £ 97 2s 6d to 137 paupers. Mr T. C. Roberts, Peintrevoelaa, reported that ho had paid during the same period; J366 19s 6d to 130 paupers. INFLUX OF TRAMPS. The Master reported that there were 19 in- mates in the House oo,-npared with 28 the cor- responding period last year decrease of 9. 83 tra.mpe had been relieved during the last month, or run increase of 25, the xncrease being dlue to the Dolgarrog, and Cerrigydniidion works William Roberts had. been admitted on August Rank Holiday suffering from the effects of a dog bite, but was discharged on Monday last. BIBLE READING. The Master reported that Mra Ashley, Caer Groes, had presented tho inmates with a quanti- ty of magazines, which they deeply appreciated. Rev. J. QQwor; Do they read the Bible? The Master: Oh, yes. A vote of thanks was accorded Mrs Ashley for her gift. SUNDAY ATTIRE. I The Master reported that two of the female inmates were in the habit of attending the ser- vices at the C.M. Chapel. Their dreeseH were hardly fit for the purpose, and they applied for suitable attire. Rev. J. Gower: Are there any mere who would attend divine service if the same privi- lege was accorded them? The Master: No, they are either too old cr physically incapacitated. Rev. J. Gower: Include x big Welsh hat and long pins (laughter). The application was granted. THE MATRON AND ASSISTANT MATRON'S SALARIES. Miss M. E. Jones, the assistant matron, ap- plied for an increase in her salary. Mr J. Hughes pointed out that Miss Jonea was already receiving JE18 per annum, while the matron herself only received E20. In his opin- ion ft would not. be just to give the assistant matron a salary equal to that of the matron. Mr J. Williams: Either Miss Jones gtets too much of the matron too little; that is very evi- dent. Rev. J. Gower suggested that the Finanoo Committee should consider the salaries of both officials. Mr D. Lewis pointed out that as there was no application from the matron her saJary could not be considered. The Chairman remarked that he had always contended it was most inconsistent to give the matron- only) JB2 more than the assistant. Wheal tho salaries were first arranged the matron and assistant were mother and daughter. Since them mattersh-ad changed, and it would only be fair to reconsider both the officials' salaries. On the mation of Mr W. Williams, seconded by Mr J. Hughes, it was decided to take no action in the matter at present. SYMPATHY. On the motion of the Chairman, seconded by Mr John Hughes, a vote of sympathy wna passed with Mr John Williams on the loss of his father, and with Mr D. Owen on the low oi his daughter. cillor A. D. Hili, Mr Victor Andre, and Mr

RAILWAY FACILrrIES FOR THE PUBLIC. YJQRKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE L. & N.-W., MIDLAND, AND L. & Y. COM- PANIES. The atteaiukm of our readers M drawn to tho increased facilities conferred upon the public by the working agreement between the L. and N.-W., M'iidiand, and' L. amE Y. Cojnp.vnres. I Tho throe companies' <tleke<tis can 00 obiidned at all the town offices, and with certain exceptions am available by any of the 1 inen, giving a wide ohoaoe of rouro. The three cc-mj>anies' ooiledt- ing vane and dirays are aY-ail.a-bt fer any of their traffic, and any of the stations, town) offices, and, auxÜary receiving offices may ba used as may best suit the public con\<■ nicnco. The amalgama'tiion of smaJl lot-s of each com- go<)ds is an advantage ensuring better servict-e and deliveries. It will be seen that such an agreement, far from curtailing tho faculitiee enjoyed by the pub- lic undfcr the old conditions, has g'reatly exten- died them.

THE WELFARE OF THE NATION. DEPENDS ON INDIVIDUAL LIFE. A FAmous Preparation and its Marvellous Results. Strengthen'—improve—beautify the in dividual life, and you strengthen, improve and beautify the national life. We confidently assert tha6t if there were a II ore general use of Dr. Tibbies Vi-Cocoa great gbod would undoubtedly foftow. This famous preparation is one of the rikst successful achievements d modem irnea. It is a Food-a Beverage—and zMedidiie all in one. It feeds the Frame, queinches the Thirst and tones up the wearied, and run-down Syitfem. It is every citizen's duty to promote too wel- fare oil the naaioned life, and this can be ach'eved ion no small measure by the freer and n-pre abundant use of Yi-Coooa. Do not ask your grocer for ooeoa. Ask for -ipd makes all the difference. Every grocer sells Yi-Coooa in 6d vackw4n and 9a W4, 1,1 6a tijul

I LLANRWST URBAN COUNCIL. PROTEST AGAINST ITINERANT VENDORS. Mr H. J. W. Watling", J.P., presided at the monthly meeting1 of the Council on Friday eve- ning, when the following members were pre- sent Messrs T. Rogers Jones (vice-chairman), W. Hughes, J.P., W. J. Williams, JJP, Albert Hughe4 W. Jones, G. Jones, W. Dayies, and Dr. Huw Williams, together with Mr T. Lati- mer Jones (Clerk), Mr Geo. Wynne (Surveyor), Mr E. M. Jones (Rale Collector), and Mr T. R. J-ano (Captain Fire Brigade). BUILDING PLANS. Alluding to building plans in general, Mr T. Rogers Jones said he considered that when such plans were submitted the Council more time should be devoted to their examination. In reply to Mr Albert Hughes, the Surveyor said the plants should first be placed before the Highways and Sanitary Committee. It was decided that his rule should be ob- served in future. RIVERSIDE IMPROVEMENTS. The Surveyor submitted an estimate of E40 for repairing tho cobble stones on the path along the riverside from the oldi bridge past the cricket ground, to include a bathing van with an open front 'to be removed in winter, and half dozen rustic seats to be placed at convenient spots. Mr W. J. Williams referred to the advanced season., and that it was not intended to carry out the work tins year, but to have the estim&te pro- pared1 ready for 'the next season. He thought the town would by them be prepared to subscribe the necessary amount to enable tho Council to carry out the projedt. Mr Albert Hughes advccateo. approaching Earl Carringtooi now thoy had a plan that would not interfere with the ancient character of tho path. Mr W. J. Willi a ma thought it "would be useJese to approach- his loxdship until: they were able to show that they were in a financial position to carry out the project. He moved that the esti- mate be referred for the consideration" of the Tradesmen's Association, Mr A. Hughes secondled the motion which was oarried. FOR THE GUIDANCE OF VISITORS. The Surveyor reported that the new sign- board! indicating tho places of interest in the district had been erected by tho station entrance. I was decided o ask tho oontractor to put the words "Gwydr Castle and Chapel" on the board. THE LIGHTING OF THE SQUARE. Mr David Jones, Secretary of the Tradesmen's Association, wrote on behalf of the Assocaafiosi to complain that the southern portion of the, Square was inadequately lighted. The matter was oc,ferredl to a. special meeting" of the Council. A PROTECTIVE MEASURE ADVOCATED. A deputation (including Messrs Robert Wil- liams, E. Lloyd Jones, Owen WEBiams, and the Secretary, Mr David' Jones) representin.g tba Tradesmen's .Assocsation, attended relative to the jotting* of the Market Square stalls to itinerant vendors. Mr Robert William, on behalf of 100 deputa- tion, said they appeared' before the Council to compiain of> the uriiairrKssj of allowing'alkais to^ take up stalls on the Market Square, and thus to competewithlDoal tradesmen Avino were large ratepayers, while they only paid a ixiiniRal sum themselves. The Association were anxious that the Council should reopen the <}ue6tion and tako steps to do away with such unfair competitioia. The Chairman: Tho CouikjiI is in thorough, syinpatThy wÚth the Association on the qtiestion, < but there are great difficulties in the way of carry ing out your efce-airee. Mr itebert Williams: It is a serious griev- ances aaK^ oaamob see why wo at XjiaJirwe^ cannot do what Llanfyllini and Ijainggefter iiave cannot do what LJa rufyHin and) I iiave ulready cone in this direction, and they have cteared all aliens from their market. It ia not fair that strnger5 should enjoy equal privi- leges with local tradesmen, who havo to pay heavy rates, while deiy only pay a trifle. 1 cannot see why we cannot govern our cwn. uilairs the same aa other towne. It is our duty to protect ourselves as tradesmen against sttch uricair corrrietition. The Chairman said tho Council was quit-a in favour of the appeal, but still they were ham*" pered) by serious difficulties. The Clerk: When tho Gwydr Estate con- signed! the property to Mr James Ow: and others and thoni to the Co'iir.oil it mckickxi tt& Town Hall and the land it õtoodJ apian., and in. regard' to the, Sq.uare generally it uiciuded tbo phrase "as he-retofoio." Thus 'tbr.-re could be no interference with the old customs. The OTIIY way to interfere was for the Council to adopt tho Marked and Fairs Act, and put it in foroo. Then the Council oouid fmnro bye-laws, which- would have to bo sanctioned) by the Beard of Trade, and' if the sanction was obtained the re- liof could be granted. Mr W. J. Wiiliamc: Would the expense of sanotiomkiig' the Act be. heavy. Ihe Clerk Not much it woukl include adver fcising and printing* of the bye-laws. Mr W. J. Williams 5Uggested that the Clerk should communicate with tho authorities of the two towns mentioned in order to ascertain what sops they tcok in the mattter. Another way out of the oifrk ulty would be for the local tradesmen to take the f'!)a,8ú themselves. Tho Collector, in reply to a question, said the Hverage takings from the stalls on the Square were 109 bdi per week. The Clerk said that whatever might be don.) care wou'd have! to bo taken not to interfere w:th the deed of assignment. Mr W. J. Williams: If the stalls are taken bv local tradesmen tliere, wall be no spaoo for aliens. Mr A. ughes: Local trad"esmen pay heavy t-axes already, and now it is suggested to ask them to p-ay more. Mr Rogers Jones: The Association do not complain of tho charges if or the stalls, but of strajkgerg being allowed to use Ihesm. Mr E. Lloy<.Ii Jones: I would be satisfied to join other tradesmen in aoquiriug the -whole Btjuano at, tho average takings referred to. Tho Chairman: Tho best way out of the diffi- culty would be for representatives of the Corrn- oil to meet the repreeeiiteJUvea of the Association nndl discuss the matter thoroughly. Mr O. Williams: There was a feeling at the mooting of tho Association that the Council showed! no sympathy with them in the matter. Tho diairman: You are. mistaken; the Coon- oil is in thorough sympathy wi-A the A tion oij the matter. Tho Amputation then left the CbuncHl room, and on 'the motion of Mr W. Hughes, seoonefed by Mr W. Davies, it was decided that the vtboSa- Oouncil should meet an equal numbar of tLs- ccembers of the Association to discuss t¡}:10 mat—« ter. THE FIRE BRIGADE. Tho Captain of tho Firo Brigadb repoctedj that the firenssn 'had ha<? sevem} practices T& oe-nt>y, anJ applied that tho men Wigraaifcalj the:r erpenaea to attend the Brigade D<r tnonftratiom to be heddl at -St. Aea^ik tnonftratiom to be heddl at -St. Amph, On tho motkm of Mr Albert Hughes, jBecoaded by Mr W. Davies, a sum of 24 was granted for tlie VITAL STATISTICS. The Medical Officer of Health, reported tJsat there had been four births oral four deaths dor- ing the month of JulV, the death-rate beiina 16.1 per 1000. CRAFNANT, lAKE ASSESSMENT. The Clerk reported that the asgossmesnt of tho fishing at Crainant Lake had been, inoreasad/ from JSS to B8, malcbiig a per annum. He ootifei not see any reason V* it should bo raised. Tho water from the lake Jiat8 been also acsesscd at MO. which; was an ezttiraly new aasossmesnt. It appearedl thai Trfefmv had) ,L!s,o been a aYJ £ 10. It was necessary .or the Council fio diocida whether they would object to these assessment or not. The matter was referred to the special meet- ing. FINANCE. Mr A. H u.g.1 reported that the brillc pro- son tod for paymeot amounted 00£125 13a 6d. which too Finance CommJUoo reoommended for payment. This would reduce the avaalable baj- anoe in tho bands of tilo Treasurer to 97 15s.. Tho recommendation was adopted. LIGHTING INSPECTOR. The foteovring proposal by Mr Albert Hughea^ "That tho Council do not appoint a lighting in- spector after tho termination of the present appointment," found! no Eeoomder. NO REFUSE DUMPING GROUND. Mr Georgo Jones wpole terminating his con- tract for carting refuse on 1st October next as ho would no longer, after that date, have a place to dbirrxp ft- In reply to Mr W. J. Williams, too Clerk said the contract was for the frnancesti year. Mr Rorreæ Jones thought that if the contract was for at specified period it might) be completed. On bhemotioa of Dr. Huw WiIKams, "seconded by Mr W. Davies, it was referred to the special meeting- of. the Council. DANGEROUS CORNERS. Mr W..J. WTHiains drew atten-ticn to the pro- ject of the County Council to take into con- sideration the dbsrnability of improving danger- ous corners and narrow parts in the Toads. He moved that tho Surveyor should draw out a re- port on tho subject, Mr Rogers Jones seconded the motion, which I fcaa adopted*.

ATTRACTIONS AT RHYL MARINE LAKE. OPENING OF THE WATER CHUTE. The Rhyl Amusements Company have carried out. extensive alterations at the Rhyl Marino Lake and are utilising the 40 acre water surface to its fullest extent to provide amusements for the public. Owing to numerous difficulties which could not be surmounted in a few weeks, the completion of the water chute could not be so speedily effected as was anticipated, but yester- day (Wednesday) the chute was in working order for the use of the public, and has attracted a great deal of attention and patronage. The work undertaken by the company is of an important character, several thousands of pounds having been expended on the improvements, and the work is by no means finished. The most im- portant portion that has been completed is the erection of a fine water chute, the first of its kind in the Kingdom on the principles intro- I duced, which are the patents of Mr L. Morgan, the general manager of the undertaking, who has had a world-wide experience, and has erected water chutes in various countries. It was Mr Morgan that erected the first chute for the Earl's Court Exhibition in 1893. The Rhyl chute is unique m many ways. The total length of tho run is 264 feet, the height to the launching stage is 61 feet, and to the top of the cage, in which the electric plant is situated, for working the lifts, there are 101 feet. The boats, eight in num- ber, are taken along a channel to the base of the tower, and they are conveyed from there to the launching stage in electric lifts, and by an ingenious apparatus are launched, descending into the lake at a rate varying from 30 to 40 miles an hour. Our illustration shows one of the boats, containing Mr Morgan and some friends, being about to enter the water, and when the photograph WAS taken its speed was about 40 miles an hour. The lift is illuminated by 3000 candle power electric lamps, so that it can be used at night as well as by day. The sight of the boats being launched after dark is a grand one, the electric light illuminating in a most fantastic manner the .shows of spray which the boats raise. The chute has been constructed by Messrs Samuel Butler and Co., Albion iron Works, Stanningly; the frame work is of steel, and is of a most permanent character, concrete foundation being sunk into the bed of the lake. There is a boom erected from the tower to the landing stage of the lake to keep out of harm's way the rowing and sailing boat3 used on t) is fine sheet of water. Among the other improvements carried out iri the grouCfls o* l the lake is a cafe, which is open for teas on Sundays as well as week days, and a grand bioscope hall, in which some of the fin- est. pictures ever exhibited at Rhyl arc this week shown. The picture depicting a review of troops by the late King Edward is one of the best specimens of films ever shown. There is also a marine rifle range, fitted with the latest mechan- ism for moving figures, a hall in which the Mizuah-s hold their mysterious show, a laughing palace, and a marquee in which Mr Monn's Five Follys appear in their pleasing entertainment several times daily. Other amusements are pro- vided, and some ol the latest games from Con- ney Island, America, have been brought over by Mr L. Morgan. They are the first of their kind in this country, and will, no doubt, prove a great attraction. The whole place is being converted into a pleasure fair. We understand that on Thursday evenings there will be a display of fireworks, and fcr Thursday next week, the 25th inst., a regatta and -aquatic gala has been arranged. The pro- gramme will include rowing, sailing, swimming, and various other races, and the event promises to be one of tho most attractive features of the season. The-lake and its grounds arc deserving of all support. "Pionticr" Photo. a, Tho Water "Chute at, tboMarinoLâke. RbyL In,tha first.pi £ iure the boat is seen approach- ing the surface of tho water, and tho other picture shows the completion of tho descent.

PROPOSED NEW ROAD AT- LLANDUDNO. LOCAL GOVERNMENT BOARD INQUIRY. OPPOSITION TO THE SCHEME. At the Town Hall, Llandudno, on Tuesday, Mr AL K. North, M. Inst., C.E., on behalf of the Local Government Board held a.n inquiry relative to the application of the Llandudno Urba.n Cluneal for sanction to borrow L467 for tbo construction of a new road from Conway road to Gorenoo-^feroct. Mr Alf. Conoliy (Ckrk and Solicitor to the Urban Council) appeared in support of the ap- plication. Amongst those present were: Messrs E. E. Bone (chairman of the Council), F. J. Sarson (chairman of the Bye-Laws Committee), George Wocdyatt and A. E. Vollam (represen- tative of the Cnaig y-doni Ward on the Coun- cil), G. A. Humphreys (representing the Mostyn Estate), the Vioar of Llanihos (Rey. J. F. Roece), Nim A. Hill, Dr. Travia (Medical Officer of Health.), and the following official? of the Llandudno Urban District Cbuncil, Measrs E. P. Stevonson (Engineer), W. Waiid (Assistant Engineer). Walter Wood ^Aoocaaitani), Haroid Morton (Electrical Emgusecir). Mr James MoMsflter, a member of the Council, and an ex-chairman^ opposed the application. afr Oartolly, in support cf the appliosUion, said that the pcjpalaikm of Lfendudno was estimated ut, 11,610. The annual assessable value for im- J:OV().mœt rate purposes was £104,006, and the rateable value £ 10,417. The balance of ont- st loajw, less sinking funds in hand, was L104,753 under the Sanitary Acts, etc. {includ- ing EW,621 for eSectricity purposes), and under all ottier Acts, exclusive of 1Jre Sanitary Acts, £ 101,383. The general district rate was 3s 2d in the £ -aiBcl poor rato-2. lid in the J3. A rate of one penny in tho £ proftou-d fAll. They desired to borrow £467, the loan to be extended over a period of twenty years. Proceeding, Mr Cbnotly said that in the early part of last year a resolution) was passed by the Council /to try and arrange with the landowners for land for the construction di the proposed road, and as a result, of the negotiations an agreement was signed between! Lord- Mostyn, tho executors of the late Mr Richard Conway, and the Council. Tins agreement provided for a. road, 15 feet in width' towards the const ruction of which the landowners were to contribute £ 31, leaving the Council to find tbe balance of L467. At the present time there was no direct com- munication between Crcrig-y-don. and Gas Works, West Llandudlao, or the Council Hospi- tal, ajnd it was, therefore, contended that the oonsiruction of the proposed new road would form a direct oomrrranicmtwn wifh the places mentioned, and thus prove a great benefit to the town. Replying to the Inspector, Mr Conoliy said the land was freehold. The Coaocil's bye-laws stipv-ksfced that no house should be built on a road Jess than 36 feet wide. The present jn. tention of tho OooEicil was to open the road as a means of -communication, but in time -no doubt the road would be opened out. Mr Stephenson (the engineer) said that the length of the new road would be 1015 yards. In the cartage of macadam, etc., for the Council be- tween Craigydon and other parts of the town, it would shorten the present route by 624 yards, and would mean a saving of at least £17 in ibe cost of cartage, and also a saving of at least least B10 a year in the cost of carting house re- fuse. In reply to the Inspector, Mr Conolly 'aJd the land for the road was given free, and any JegaJ expenses in connection therewith would be borne bv the Council. A RAPIDLY GROWING DISTRICT. Mr E. E. Bone, chairman of the Urban Dis- trict Council, and a representative of the Craigy- don Ward, said the population of the district had greatly increased during the past five years, and during the last- three years the rateable value had increased by £200J. Last year 24 residential houses were erected at Craigydon. The new .ad would prove a great saving of time in the art- ing of material, which at present had to be lone along Mostyn Broadway. Medical men residing at Craigydon having to go to the hospital tad also to go round Mostyn Broadway, but if h new road was opened they could get to the hos- pital much quicker. « In answer to Mr McMaster, Mr Bone said he was interested in the Claigydon Land Company. Mr A. E. Vollam, a member of the Council, and postmaster at Craigydon, stated he was -on- v(»nced that the proposed new road would prove a great service, in the carting of materials fcr building purposes, etc. He considered the agree- ment with the landowners was a very fair one. The Inspector: Why was a 15 feet road adopted ? Mr Stephenson: It was thought that it woold be sufficient to meet the demands of the district for the present. Mr McMaster: I should like to ask the Engm- eer wiic-tiier pedestrians will be prohibited from using the 15 feet road The Inspector: That is not before me. It wfj be a highway, of course. Mr George Woodyatt said he proposed the re- solution at the Council meeting for the construct- ing of the road, which, in his opinion, would be a great boon to the whole of Craigydon, and a great saving in the matter of cartage in the dis* trict, and would be the means of saving a con- sidara.blo amount of the wear and tear of M o.-tya Broadway, which was a very fine road. Replyin,- to Mr McMaster, b-o mid that the new road would1 have to be kept in repair, but the saving effected in the wear and tear of. Mostyn Broadway would more than counter- baJanoo the cost of the new read:. He would Dot use the mv thoroughfare as a coaching lO&ti. Mr H. Morton gave evidence to the effect that the road was very necessary to the district, and in aofuver to Mi' McMaster, said' he did not think it would be used by motorists and; cydaste aa they generally eei&oted the best roads: Mr A. Hill stated that be had- reoontJy erected ten houses in Craig-y-don, aad, was preparing1 to build six more there. He thought the new road would be of great service to all who had cart- age work to do. OPPOSITION TO THE SCHEME. Mr J. McMaster said) he regretted to have to oppoee the application, but his obligations to his coosfcctoeBite compelled him to take that step. He d&d not deny but that a case had been mada; out in favour of aj raed. If a. 36 letr- jwW had been) suggested, he might have opposed it, but not) so etrongiy as he opposed! thep appE- cxntion for a 15 t, road, as he contended, that » road of that widrb for fast traffio -wouldi be tt dangfcr to the public at Large. I2amti3tio had spent £ 8000 in making roads through the JtzbabyD Estate, for which thc?y only got a oonr trftmfecei of £ 50 per annum. The Inspector: Are we not getting rather far from the joints Mr Mellasber: We cannot go on spending oacgaey which will uksmately be for the benefit oi the landowners. MrOmrAly: I object to that- Tho Inspector: Yoa crust keep this particular. TOad. Wlmt you saying hns nothing whafr- ever to do with the application before me, aaia I camot go into ancient history. Mr MoMasfcer proceeded to state that a 36 feet road was first p-opcf,-ad, but Lord Mostyp did not agree, acd 4h:r Oounsd did not agree., ansd iftefmatety the 15 feet road was suggested. As there waa no ocmxribution from tbe land- owners all the. expenses of repairs, etc., would ■fall aD. "She-.ratepayers, who could not afford it; Ifei had been appealed to by his oonstiftieints ta ask the Local Government Board not to grant tba application. Tho inquiry "then oanduded, and on the pro- position of Mr Bone, seconded by Mr McMaster. a rote of thanks was passed to the Inepeofcoc. Afterwardfi, the Inspector proceeded to view thfc site of the proposed new road.

THE CHURCHES. TRe Bishop of St. Asaph has directed tht Rural Deans of the Diocese to convene a meet< ing of their R.D. Chapters to consider the ad. viability of adopting a diocesan syllabus for the Sunday Schools of the Diocese, and to appoint representatives to attend a general conference on the subject to be held at Wrexham on Septem- ber 17th.

NEW RECTOR OF FESTINIOG. The Rev. J. C. Morrioe, M.A., curate ,of Uandeg'fan, and formerly minor canon of Bangor Cathedral, has been appointed rector, of Fesftiuiog- cum Maentwrog1, m eucoesBion toi the Rev. C. P. Price, whojhas been- sppomted to MachyuTieth. The Irving of FeetiI^^g• dum iMaentwa-og- is of the net -Talue of e2466 with house.

INSTALLATION OF CANON J. P. LEWIS. At evensong at JBangor Cathedral, on 7 ties- day afternoon, the Rev.' J. P. Lewis, rector of Idaaiystumdwy, was installed Prebendary, of Llacfair. He cencmany was carried out by tho Dean (the Yftry Rev. Griffith Roberte)f, who waa acooannanicd by two other Hueizrbecrs of tie Cathedral Chapter, Ardhdeaeorrs John Mor- gata and Lloyd Jones, and the Chapter Clerk (Mr A. Ivor Plyoe, Jtf.A_) read tha mandate. The Bishop, accompanied by his chaplain, atixtidod the service, together with soversi clergymen from tlbe daooese. The newnmgtm, who euoocods the late Can on David Jones, Bensn&enmawx, read the first lessm. i "Pioneer" Phoft. CROUP OF TEACHERS ATTENDING THE SUMMER SCHOOL AT ABERGELE.

TEACHERS' SUMMER SCHOOL AT ABERGELE. PLEASANT AFTEFMMMI)3 RECREATION. "All work and no play" is a motto which the teachers evidently heartily believe in, and those who are attending the Abergele Summer School this month certainly believe that a little relaxa- tion from their coarse of study and work is bene- ficial. Mr Bedford, who is head of the school, arranged a programme of sports on Tuesday af- ternoon, and the contests took place in the field adjoining the County SchooL With a thorough esprit do corps everyone co-operated to make the proceedings enjoyable, and it is needless to say that a most pleasant afternoon was spent. The races showed that amongst tho teaching profes- sion there arte many fine athletes, and that sprint- ing is not a lost art amongst those who have to train the rising generations. The lad- ies also proved themselves adepts in the egg and spoon race. There was on air of freedom about the whole prooeedings, plenty of good humour and light chaffing. When the contests were at their height one could hear Such remarks as "Go it light wood," "Beat him cardboard," "Now for it brushwork" (references to the particular subjects which the competitors were studying). Tea was provide3 by Mrs Jones, of the Metropole. Mr Bedford, Mr T. R. Jones, and Mr Hughes were the controlling geniuses in this marry party, and Mr Chambers n-jude, ,in admirable "director of ceremonies." RESULTS OF THE CONTESTS. Bowling at the wicket: 1, Mr Herbert Jones, Llanrwst. 220 yards race: 1, Mr R. Jones, Fes- tiniog; 2, Mr J. Glynn JonesLlanrwsL Throwing the cricket ball (ladies): 1, Miss Sanderson, Colwyn; 2, Miss Owen, Towyn. 100 yards race for those between 30 and 40 years of age: 1, Mr Evans, WaUingford; 2, Mr Syson. 80 yards race for those over 40: 1, Mr Cox, Nottingham. 50 yards race for ladies: 1, Miss Sanderson; 2, Miss Birch, Wrexham. Throwing cricket ball (gentle- men) 1, Mr Glynn Jones, Llanrwst (% yards): 2, Mr R. Jones, Bontnewydd (87 yarded Eg and spoon race—First heat: 1, Miss G. R. Davics, Denbigh; 2, Miss L. Jones, Llaiifair D.C. Sec- ond heat: 1, Miss B. E. Jones, Clog; 2, Miss E. Williams, Llanddulas. 'Final: .1, Miss L. Jones; 2, Miss M. Davies. In the tug-of-war the "Cardboard" team beat L ,1. the "Light woodwork (No. 1)" and the "Light woodwork (No. 2)" beat a scratch team. In the final "Light woodwork (No. 2)" beat the "Card- board," -the winners comprising Messrs J. Mann, Wrfexham, W. B. Syson, O. E. Cox, and W. B. Davies, Nottingham, Gtynn Jones, Llanrwst, • «jd J. Jones, Wrexham. 50 yards race (running backwards): 1, E. Phillips, Colwyn Bay; 2, Syson, Notts. In 0. tug-of-war for ladies the "Cardboard and clay" team beat "Brushwork." Slow cycle race: J, Glynn Jones; 2, Jaqjes Jones. Potato race (nseu) t 1, G. Jones, Llanrwst; 2, Phillips, Colwyn Bay. Potato race (ladies): 1, Blodwen Jones, Clocaenog 2, Bush, Wrexham. Egg and spoon race (men) t 1, R P. Chambers, Abergele; 2, Warne, Coed- poeth. Balancing broomstick race (men): 1, Glynn Jones, Llanrwst; 2, Phillips, Colwyn Bay. Threading the needle race (ladies): 1, Miss Roda Jones; 2, Miss Birch. Boat race: 1, Warne and Richard Jones; 2, Chambers and Phennal. Hat trimming (men): 1, Davies; 2, J. Jones. Catch- ing the potato on fork: 1, Mr Mann, Wrexham; -2, Glynn Jones, Llanrwst. Putting the shot: 1, Glynn Jones; 2, Richard Jones.. The distribution of prizes will tJR.e place a "social" to-morrow (Friday) even.«*w

Ernest Jomeg. In the procession memibers of the theatrical profession were attired in the most grotesque of costumes, and caused endteee merri- ment. Messrs Adeler, Sutton and AKendiale's Pierrots (under the direction of Mr Hystop) were wa to the front, and were assested by the members of the company, who were appearing at the Amphitheatre on the Pier. Mr Gilbert Rogers and his Jovial Jesters, aa on former cocajskms. made themselves very busy as collec- tore, and had taiken a great deall of trouble in their "get-up." Numerous others in ccptumea collected, and ail did what they could to further the movement. The Rhyl Fire Brigade, under the direction of Capt. Proffitt and Lieut. Hughes turned out with thei-r engine, and helped to male up the prooessaon. Some of tho visi- tors were possibly disappointed that there were no tradesmen's turnouts in the procession, but this is a busy part of the year, and mucli as they might desire to help, they ocuild not well be expected to tako a part. The Boy Scouts, under the direction of Scout Master Francis Joipes, presented a anart appearance.) and were a novelty in the profession. The hoik sec. made good use of their services throughout the demon- stration. As on previous occasions the proprietor!? of the Pier helped the funds by arranging success- ful sports at the Pierhead. The officials were: —Starters, Mr James Dcdgeon and Mr A. Aloock; judges, Messrs Jos. Roberts (Cohvyn Ba-^ Mr R. Ilanlon, Councii'-or A. D. IU, Mr J. D. Ashor, Mr T. E. Purdy (Colwyn, Bay), who represen ts North W a,B on tH .<> Dr-ht.nct Cc-m- mjittco c.f the Fund with Mr W. H. Johnson (Manchester), the organising secretary, were very helpful in many ways, and greatly a-ssisted in carrying the programme through. The re- sults were aa follow:- Four m/e Marathon r-aoo: 1. F. Lawiscn (fer,) 2, J. Thomas (85 roconds); 3, J. Evans (70 sees.). 100 vardj open swimming: 1, R- P. Jones, Rhyl (15 sees.); 2, F. Roberts. Rhvl (16 sees.); 3, II. Harrwn. Walsall (scratch). Fifty yards open- swimming: 1, S. E. Lewis, Rhyl (5 Eooi.); 2, F. Roberta (1 eec.); 3, W. Rhydwcin Jones, Rhyl (1 sccj. Top hat and u.mbre?a race: 1, Mark Hughes, Rhyl; 2, W. R.h.ydweii Jones; 3, Edward Horn- by, Rhyl, 120 yards running handicaip: 1, R. T, Jones, RJlyl; 2, A. Roberts, Rhyl; 3, R. T. Williams, Rhyl. In the tug of wa.r for a. fine rilver cup pre- sented by MŒ E. B. Jones and Ü1, (to be won throe years in succession), and a set of rune silver moda-ls, the first heat re,-uil ted in MeaiT3 Rhvdwen Jones and; Da team beating Mr Andre's; in the second, Mr Dodgsou's team b-at the Territorials; the Rhyl Fire Bri,1d..h.a.vwg a bye. Mr Dodgson's team then h--sa:,L Mesr-rs Khyrfwoai Jones and Davie- and an. the final the Rhyl Firo Brigade boat M.r Dodgson's. The anHno foe: the beet eost'jrtrie tD Mr Harry Kirk, of the Jovial Jesters, Miss Victoria Whittortgham being awarded feermd. Cards of eomimendation were given to Master Rogers, Mas-ter Audley• Mr Fred W-almsley. In the evening the nriases were t>resrni'.ed' at the Jovial Jesbsns' stand bv CmiinoiUor I/ew. B. Evans (v:ce-dhairman of tlie Council), who ex- preff^ed regret that the chairman of the Council was utiablo to 00 prercnt. and hoped he wu..¡].d soon, be r(-tore& to health.