The Welsh Coast Pioneer and Review for North Cambria

[FROM OUE OWN CORRESPONDENTS.] Miss Ellen Ter'IY has been staying over Christmas with, the Earl and Countess of Win- chelsea at The Plas, Harlech. The distinguish- ed actress slang with the choir at 'the' Parish Church on Christmas. Day. Mr J. Herbert Roberts, M.P., and Mrs Her- bert Roberts will spend their holiday at Men- tone, where they will be joined by Air J. Herbert Lewis, M.P., andi Mrs Herbert Lewis, on their return from their visiit to Algiers.

Abergele. BALL.—The Abergele Hockey Club held a private dance in the Town Hall, on Monday evening. The function proved most brilliant and enjoyable. IMPROVEMENTS. The work of re-making Dundonald-avenue, St. George's-road, and Sea-road, iq now well in hand. The steam roller arrived on Monday and immediately commenced work. roOR CABBIES.—The winter is well upon us, and the drivers on the station stand are complaining bitterly that their shelter has not yet been erected. Will no one make a move in the matter ? SALE OF WORK.-The annual Wesleyan sale of work and fancy articles was held in the Town Hall, on New Year's Day. The attendance was very large, and the sale proved most successful. On Saturday evening a jumble sale was held. NEW YEAR'S GIFTS.—On Friday morning the annual distribution of tea, oranges, and pennies took place at Tan'rallt. We are afraid this generosity on the part of Mr J. Herbert Roberts, M.P., is being greatly abused, as we are well aware of the fact that a large quantity of the tea so distributed was offered for sale by the recipients, and also have knowledge of several of the packages being sold for a pint of beer. FEASTS.—On Thursday evening, the old folks were kindly entertained to an excellent dinner at the Church House, by Miss Scott, of Plas Uchaf. On the same evening, at the Harp Hotel Assembly Rooms, through the generosity of Miss Caine, Sea- road, the Abergele Company of the V.B., R.W.F., the Police Force and Fire Brigade were entertained to a feast; and yet another on Monday evening, at the Independent Chapel Schoolroom, when Miss Walton, Pensarn, invited about 70 of the deserving poor of the district to a sumptuous repast. The catering for these dinners was intrusted to Mr and Mrs Williams, of the Harp Hotel, who, needless to state, gave every satisfaction, and were highly praised by all who attended.

Bettws=y=Coed. UNITED LITERARY SOCIETY.-A meeting of this society was held on Thursday last, in the C.M. Schoolroom, under the presidency of Mr J. Roberts, Beaver Grove, when a paper on Politeness was read by Mr William R. Williams, Muriau. The prize for the best impromtu speech was won by Mr Robert Eccles, Tan-y-Marian, whilst Miss Kitty Evans, Bron Celyn, secured the award for reading a piece without punctuation marks.

Dolywern (Glynceiriog). ON Monday evening, Dec. '28th, the Rev T. Frim- ston, Colwyn. delivered a lecture on Cambrian superstitions" to a crowded congregation. Mr D. Jones, of Lavar Villa, occupied the chair.

Llanrwst. INTERESTING PrESENTATION.-Ameet,ing was held at the Church House on Monday, the 28th December last, under the chairmanship of the Rev J. J. Jones, for the purpose of presenting some valuable books on architecture to Mr A. Morley Jones, formerly organist of the Parish Church. Mr Morley Jones had discharged the duties of organist voluntarily for the past three years, and on his leaving to follow his profession in Liverpool, the choir and congregation felt that they could not let the occasion pass without giving Mr Jones some slight token of their esteem. The chairman having expressed regret for the Rector's absence, referred to the excellent way in which Mr Jones had discharged his duties, and called upon Miss J. Jones, the senior lady member of the choir present, to make the presentation. Addresses were also made by Messrs J. Thomas, Albert Hughes, and T. Thomas. Mr Morley Jones suitably responded and the meeting broke up with wishing him every success in his new sphere of labour. Votes of thanks were moved to Mrs W. Hughes and Miss J. Jones for collecting subscriptions, and to the chairman for presiding.

Penmaenmawr. TEA PARTY.—The annual tea party in connec- tion with the English Congregational Church was held in the schoolroom on Wednesday, and was in every way a credit to the committee of ladies respon- sible for the arrangements. IMPROVING.—We are pleased to learn that Mrs Pritchard, formerly landlady of the Penmaenmawr Hotel, who was last week injured in a street accident at Liverpool is making excellent progress towards recovery. A PROMISING YOUNG STUDENT.—That Mr R. Twist Williams, a local student mw undergoing his college preparation at Richmond College, London is a scholar and preacher of promise was evident from the really excellent sermon which he delivered to an appreciative congregation at the English Presbvterian Church on Sunday. PREACHING MEETINGS.—The usual preach- ing mee'ings held at the beginning of everv New Year will be conducted at Maenan C.M. Church next week. Amongst the preachers will be the Revs Puleston Jones, Rawson Williams (Bettws-y-Coed) and Hugh Pugh (Denbigh). ELECTRICAL.—With characteristic enterprise Messrs C. H. Darbishire and Co. have just been sup- plementing their plant for the supply of electrical power for the Graiglwyd'Quarries. The whole of the works and the loading pier on the beach are now illuminated by electric light. The installation works have been carried out by Mr Hopton, superintendent for Mr W. H. Allen, South John-street, Liverpool, who were the contractors. MUSICAL SUCCE SSE S.Amo,,igst the success- ful candidates in the recent examination in connection with the Incorporated Society of Musicians were Miss Jessie Hughes, the daughter of Mr Hughes, Glanymor Lodge, and Miss Gladys Evans, of Mount Pleasant,- both pupils of Miss Gertrude Redstone— 'each of whom secured honourable mention for piano- forte playing. WATCHNIGHT SERVICE. The Rev W. Broadley, of Bangor, conducted a very successful watchnight service at the English Wesleyan Church, on New Years' Eve. OBITUARY.—One of the oldest inhabitants of the district has just passed away in the person of Mrs Edwards, mother of Mrs Williams, of Arfryn. The deceased lady, who was celebrating her eightieth birthday on Christmas Day, had been in failing health for some time, death taking place on Monday. Mrs Edwards was a faithful Congregationalist, and as far as her health would permit assiduously attended Salam Church. The funeral took place on Thursday. SCHOLARS' "DAY OUT."—The "seniors" at- tending the local elementary schools enjoyed an ideal day out on Wednesday, when they were provided with a sumptuous tea and Christmas gifts. The Dwygyfylchi National School children and the County Council (late British) School children met in the Co-operative Hall, and the children of the Pen- maenmawr National School m their own school-room. Tea was on the table at three o'clock. After tea the children proceeded to the Drill Hall, where a Christ- mas tree was erected, and to each child was given a present from the tree. The catering for the Dwygy- fylchi National Schools and the County School was done by Mrs Phillips, Cynlas, and for the Penmaen- m'twr National School by Captain Jones, Windsor House. YOUNG LEAGUERS' UNI N.—Miss A. E. Owen, of Cliff Manor, hon. sec. of the local branch of the Young Leaguers' Union, proved herself a capital M.C. in connection with the entertainment held on Thursday evening in the Wesleyan Church school- room. The chair was taken at 7 p.m. by the Rev W. Broadley, B.Sc., Bangor. The proceedings opened with a hymn and prayer, and the programme was as follows :—Duet, Gentle Jesus," Messrs G. Owen a-id W. Leebetter; duet, Messrs M. F. Owen and P. H. Owen; recitation, "Upwards," Mrs Brookes, Piumstead solo, Onward, Christian," L. Evans; organ solo, Active Service," Mrs B. Foulkes recit- ation, Unto Me." Master R. Parry solo, Nearer to Thee," Mrs Brooks distribution of membership cards for 1904; glee, There's no time like the present," Y.L.U. Choir; address by the Chairman. The Young Leaguers' Union, under whose auspices the entertainment was given, exists to raise funds toward the support of Dr Stephenson's Homes for Destitute Children—a worthy object, deserving every support.

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St. Asaph. THREATENING INSPECTOR PEARSON.— At the Overton petty sessions on Saturday, a well- known Overton man, named John Martin, was charged with being drunk and disorderly and with threatening to shoot Inspector Pearson, who was formerly the sergeant-in-charge at St. Asaph. From the evidence- it appears that the defendant was walking around the precincts of the police station in a drunken condition, armed with a double-barrelled gun. The gun was not loaded, but the defendant had a cartridge in his pocket. He threatened to kill the Irishman (mean- ing the inspector), and so threatening was his attitude that he was arrested. He had previously done a similar act, and the Inspector consequently asked the Bench to protect'him, as he was really afraid of the man, owing to him being subject to delusions and often carrying firearms. A medical man stated that he was not insane, and therefore he could not certify to that effect, though he was a dangerous man to handle firearms when in drink. The Bench decided to sentence the prisoner to a month's imprisonment for disorderly behavour, and at the end of his term to proceed against him for threatening Police Inspector Pearson. (Continued on Next Page.) 'I

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Carnarvon. A CENTENARIAN.—Mrs Finch, of Waterloo Port. Carnarvon, celebrated on the last day of 1903 her 100th birthday. The old lady is well and hearty, and able to write as firmly as when she attained her first half century. SUCCESS OF A CADET.—Among the cadets at the Royal Military Academy, Woolwich, recom- mended for a commission in the Royal Artillery was Corporal L. W. B. Rees (son of Mr Charles H. Rees, solicitor, Carnarvon), who headed the list with 19,646 marks. CARRIAGE ACCIDENT.-A:-carriage accident occurred near Carnarvon, on Thursday, as the result of the horse taking fright from a motor car. The carriage, belonging to Dr John Williams, had been conveying a party of children to Coedmawr, and on going home it was met by a motor car, also going to Coedmawr. The horse at once shied and bolted, throwing the driver out on the road, and afterwards careered for some distance. It eventually came in contact with the wall at the roadside, when both lyprse and carriage overturned. The driver escaped with onlv slight injuries, but the vehicle was badly damaged. 11

< Llandudno. WATCH-NIGHT SUPPER. At Llandudno, on New Year's Eve, a coffee supper and watchnight concert were held at the Town Hall, which was crowded. The president was Mr Wm. Jones, M.P. The artistes included Miss Gertrude Hughes, Lon- don; Mrs Gibson, Miss A. M. Roberts, Miss Gwen Griffiths, Blaenau Festiniog; Mr Vaughan Davies Carnarvon; Miss Edith Evans, Conway; and Mr Garmon Jones. Well-known hymn-tunes were sung to appropriate words. x

Colwyn Bay. SHORTHAND CLASSES.—The shorthand class reopens on Friday next, at 8 p.m., in the Infants' School. Mr R. R. Phillips is the instructor, and he is to be complimented upon the success which has hitherto attended his tuition of the winged art." EXCHANGE OF PULPITS. Next Sunday eveuing, there will be an exchange of pulpits in con- nection with the English Free Churches of Colwyn Bay. The preachers are as i'ollowa:—St. John's Wesleyan, Rev H. T. Cousins, Ph.D.: Greenfield-road Wesleyan, Rev Jno Edwards English Baptist, Rev Thomas Lloyd; Congregational, Rev F. Platt, M.A., B.D.; Presbyterian, Rev H.JSlderkin. ENGLISH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH.— The annual New Year's Day gathering was held at the Lecture Hall of the above church, on Friday afternoon and evening. A capital tea was partaken of in the afternoon, and later on an entertainment was held, in which a number of the church members took part. Valuable book prizes were also distributed amongst the Sunday School children by T. Lloyd. After the entertainment, the evening was given up to games, and a most enjoyable time was spent by the children and young people. TONTINE CLUB.—The Greenfield-road Tontine Club is held in the Wesleyan Schoolroom (Greenfield- road) on Saturday evenings at 6-30. The working of the club proved most successful last year. Members received 27s 4d against their 6d per week paid in. Dr Nuttall has arranged to examine candidates at his residence from 5-30 to 6-30. Men wishing to join this helpful saving club should apply for a proposition form to the secretary, Mr John Jones, 76, Grove-park. A SUCCESSFUL SUNDAY SCHOOL. The Greenfield road Sunday School has had an exceeding- ly successful year, as the very appreciable increase in members show. Indeed, the school accommodation has been found to be altogether inadequate, and the handsome new chapel and schools which the English Wesleyans are on the point of erecting, will doubt- lessly be heartily appreciated. The plans for the new edifice have already been prepared, and, in due course, the foundation stone will be laid. The site chosen is a most desirable one, and it is situated at the junction of Nantyglyn-road and Abergele-road. The chapel will seat about 500, whilst the school will accommodate about 300. A WEEK OF UNITED PRAYER. The Evangelical Alliance having fixed this as a week of united prayer, services are being held in all the English Free Churches of Colwyn Bay. On Monday, a united service was held at the Presbyterian Church, when an address was delivered by the Rev P. Platt, M.A., B.D. On Tuesday, the Rev Henry Elderkin delivered an address at the English Baptist Church. On Wednesday evening, the service was held at the St. John's Wesleyan, when the Rev Jno. Edwards spoke. To-night (Thursday), the Rev H. T. Cousins, Ph.D., will give an address at the English Congrega- tional Church, and on Friday evening, the Rev Thos. Lloyd wilt speak at the Greenfield-road Wesleyan Church. DEATH OF MR. RICHARD BEATY. The death occurred on Thursday night, after a stroke, of Mr Richard Beaty, a member of the firm of Beaty Brothers, Liverpool, who had been staying with the Rev J. G. Howarth, of Walshaw, Colwyn Bay. Mr Beaty, who was in his usual good health, only left Liverpool on Thursday morning for the purpose of paying a friendly visit to the latter gentleman. On being seized with the stroke, Mr Beaty's family were at once summoned, and two specialists went down from Liverpool by special train, having been tele- graphed for immediately the seizure occurred, but Mr Beaty died about half-past ten the same night. Mr Beaty, who was head of the firm of Beaty Bros., and uncle of Mr Beaty, Rose Cottage, Llandrillo-yn- Rhos, had been in business for thirty-seven years. The funeral arrangements at Colwyn Bay were carried out by Messrs D. Allen & Sons. The inter- ment took place at All Saints' Church, Childwall, near Rhyl, on Tuesday. PRESENTATION TO MR. T. J. WILLIAMS. —On Thursday evening, in the Council Chamber, Denbigh, a most interesting function took place, when Mr and Mrs T.J. Williams were presented with a handsome silver tea and coffee service on a magnifi- cent silver salver. The presentation, which was made on the retirement of Mr Williams from business in Denbigh, was initiated by the ex-mayor (Mr A. O. Evans), and the present mayor, Dr. Lloyd, who presided at Thursday evening's ceremony. A large number of local influential ladies and gentlemen were present, and the utmost cordiality prevailed. Highly complimentary references were made to Mr T. IT. Williams, by the Mayor and ex-Mayor, and the valuable plate was presented amidst loud applause. Mr Williams feelingly responded. In the evening, Mr & Mrs Williams entertained the members of the Council and committee at dinner, after which loyal toasts were drunk, and the healths of the host and hostess heartily quaffed. Mr T. J. Williams has been a resident in Denbigh for 42 years, and was a councillor and alderman from 1868 until 1898, when he retired. In 1875 he was elected mayor, and again > in 1876 and 1889. He wae made a borough magistrate in 1891, and a county magistrate in 1894.