Denbighshire Free Press

I ST. DAVID'S DAY. COMMEMORATION SERVICE AT ST. MARY'S CHURCH. On Monday evening the second annual Commemoration service was held at St 1\1al)'8 Church, Denbigh, which was well filled with a representative gathering, al- though not so numerous as the service twelve months ago. The members of the Fire Brigade, under the command of Capt J Morris Davies and Lieuts Roger Pryce d J P Joyce, attended, and a detachment of the Denbighshire (Hussars) Ytomanry in charge of Lieut E St John Richardson, ^•S.M. Bruton and S.S.M. Aries, and looked exceedingly smart in their blue Uniforms. The service opened with the singiog of the processional hymn, Teithio ^aen mae Eglwys Iesu," to the tune Deerharst." The lesson, taken from the tenth chapter of Ecclesiates aod the 1st to 16th verses, was read by the Rev E J I)avies, rector of Nantglyn. The part aong, BYdd melus gofio y Cyfammod" (Isalaw), 19as then sung by the choir in excellent OtYle, and the anthem, "Ceawch i Dduw" (I1 Weatiake Morgan), was rendered in a IOOd manner. The bass soloist, Mr J T Jones, soboolmaster, of Llandyrnog, was £ to great advantage, his enunciation ~°iog excellent, and possessing a floe voice rendered his pieoe exceedingly well. The singing of the choir was very perfect,; 4 tribute to the excellent training of Mr M. Pierce. The hymn before the sermon "88 61 Duw. llefara wrth ry ysbryd," to the tune 44 EbeBezer." The special Preacher was the Rev W Morgan (Penfro), tector of Maaafon, who, taking for his text the last portion ot tbe4th verse in the lith chapter of Hebrews, And by it he being dead yet speaketh," delivered a very Powerful and eloquent sermon of forty-tfive Minutes* duration, in which he urged the COngregat4oa to take example from the life of St David and live up to the best tra- ditions of the race. After the sermoa the hymns ''Cyduned y nefoiaidd g<ir," to the tune' Lkisdem aed 11 Dnw ma wry rhyfedd- Odau naaith" to the tune I HudderdiEeld,' Wea-e heartily sung with much feeMng by the congregation. The 44 Haleliwia" chorus IrO- Handel'.s Mobsiah was sang with l'eally grand effect by the choir, and after the blowing had baen proBounood the •ervice teimicated with the singing Of "Hen Wlad ty Nhadau," the eoprano- taking the solo; this National Anthem being adapted for the service by the Venerable Aychdeacon Thomas, of St Asaph. The service was conducted by the ktew T J Bavies (carate) and the Rev D Brans, vicar of Llanrhaiadr* Mr W M Pierce conducted the choir with >his usual taot and abMity, whilst the Rector (the Rev C1 Redfera) ably presided at tote organ. Dasaiig the practices Mr D E H Roberts Accompanied on the organ and rendered other assistance.

titties Juvenile Choir. CONCERT AT THE DRILL HALL. The iamocs Rhos Juvenile Choir, of 40 Voices, paid Denbigh a visit,on Tuesday evening, and gave an excellent concert at the Drill Hall. Mr R E Hughes, J.P. National and Provincial Bank, presided, in the absence of the Major, Alderman James Hughes, J.P. (who was unable to be present, being detained at Prestatyn). The audience was small, but notwithstand- ing this fact, the programme was gone: through '4 without a hitch," and'the singing ] Wae-excelleot. It opened with a part song, by the choir, II iYr E6i Lais." This was well received, and was folio wed with a soeg by Miss Hilda Davies. 14 Y Gardotes Fach." "The Last Watch," sung by Mr E W -Bellis was I encored. Miss Gretta Davies, who pos- Sesses an extremely sweet voice, delighted the audience with a rendering of Cymry byehaiu ydyta (in Welsh costume). The duet, I knew a bank," by Kisses Rose I Roberts and Hilda Davies, was tne next, and this was succeeded by the chorus, 41 Comrades' Song of Hupe," which fairly thrilled the hearers. For this the choir was vociteroesJy encored and in acknow- ledgment gave 44 Y Deryn Pu-r" "The Children's Home" was sweetly sung by Mies Blodweu Parry. Mr Jaeob Edwards did justice to the "Storm Fiend," which was greatly appreciated. The next was that well-known song Clychaa.Aberdyfi," which Miss Annie Jones saog to great advantage. The chairman, Mr R E Hughes, at this point said, on behalf of the Mayor, he apologised for his absence, and also said that he had come to the concert, not with the intention of speaking, but with the intention of eqfeying himself, and up to the interval he had more than enjoyed himself in listening to the sweet voices of the choir, which had been so excellently trained by the energetic conductor, Mr Jacob Edwards, and groat credit was due to him. Mr Hughes then went on to say that it was a great pity thesre were so few present to hear the treat that was being given thew. The reason, be thought, was the Inclement state at the weather, and people were suttering from colds and were afraid to venture out of doors as the performers had so bravely done. He spoke of the Mayor (" mare"') as the most willing and hardest worked H horse" he had ever known (laughter and hear, hear), occupying that distinguished position, and he was always a ready atirl willing worker (applause) The second part of the programme was opened by an enchanting rendering of 44 Home, Sweet Home with variations, by Mr Emlyn Davies, A.R.C.O., accom.panist at the National Eibteddfod, Llangollen, 1908, which 44 brought down the house," and Mr Davies gave a further exhibition of his ability as a pianist in response. The chorus 11 Miserere and Tower Scene," from 11 Trovatore, was very One, and could not have been surpassed by many a choic of adults. Monrco is imprisoned in the Tower and coEdemned to death. Leonora and chorus pray for him, and the passing bell announces the near approach of his doom. The audience were held spellbound whilst this extremely difiicujt piece was I being rendered. The duet Mie Cymru'n Barod," by Messrs E W Bellis and Jacob Edwards was encored. Misses Blodwen Parry, Hilda Davies, and Rose Davies sweetly iiang "Lift Thine Eyes," and Mr E W Beilis very pathetically presented Bedd Llewelyn." 44 Excelsior," by the choir, was encored, and they gave The Swallows' Flight," in response. This was followed by a delightful contribution of (a) 44 Dewi Sant," (b) "Lili Lon," by Miss Gretta Davies, for the second part of which she was loudly recalled. Hen fwtb, n bach melyn fy nhad," by Miss Blodwen Parry, was well received. The Soldiers' Chorus (from Faust), was sung with great effect by the choir. The concert was terminated by the singin of 41 Hen WIsd y Nbadau" and "God Save the King," by the choir. This is pronounced one of the best concerts held in the town for many years. Mr W S Williams, Armonfa, was responsible for ail the arrangements in connection with the visit, and his services were greatly appreciated by the members of the choir and the townspeople for so excel- lently arranging the event. The accompaniments througboutt, the evening were played by Mr Emlyn Davies, who performed his duties in an admirable manner.

Social and Personal Co! W Corn, alUs West, Lord Lieutenant of Deiibighshire, has arrived at Ruthin Castle from Hampshire. Mrs Cornwallis West is visiting Prince and Princess Pless| at their Villa at Monte Carlo and is not expected home till next month. General the Earl of Dundonairii has been appointed Gold Stick in Waiting on His Majesty the King for March. Miss Dorothy Drew, grand-daughter of the late Mr Gladstone, was presented at Court on Friday. Their Majesties' first Court this season was attended amongst many othei s by Sir J Herbert Roberts and Lady Roberts, Mr J Herbert Lewie and Mrs Lewis, and Mrs Gsorge Corn- wallis West, who presented her daughtor-in- law, Mrs Winston Churchill. Mr Watkin Randle Mainwarip.g was pre- sented to the King by his father-in-law, Sir Albert De Rutzen at the recent levee. The bishop of St Asaph has chosen as the diocesan car a 22-h.p. Daimler, with Silent Knight engines, and Landau!ette body. It will be deliveied at the end of April, and will cost £ G'i2 10s. The total sum collected was a little over £ (i50. The King has been pleased to approve the appointment of Mr Arthur Osmond Williams, M.P., to be his Majesty's Lieutenant for the county of Merioneth, in place of the late Mr William R M Wynne. The Duke and Duchess of Westminster have lef' Grosvenor House, London, for Cannes. It is stated that in consequence of his recent sad bereavement, the Duke of Westminster's colours will not be seen on a racecourse until Ascot.

Denbigh Free Reading] Room. ANNUAL MEETING OF SUBSCRIBERS, The annual meeting of subscribers to this institution was held on Tuesday even- ing, Mr Swayne, the president. in the chair. He was supported by Mrs Tumour, Mr C Cottom, Mr T Ashford, Mr W L Keepfor, Mr Halford, the hon secretary (Mr T Pughe Jones), etc. An apology for absence was received from Mr J H Palmer, 7Iho is confined to the house by illness. ANNUAL REPORT OF THE WORKING COMMITTEE. To Edgar J Swayne, Esq., President; Miss Townshend, Miss Gold Edwards, and Mrs Turtiour, Vice-Presidents.; and the Subscribers. The Working Committee, in presenting the list of subscribers and statement ot accounts for the year ending 31st December. 19J8, re- port that the subscriptions (14 16s Gd) compare favourably with those of last year. The receipts for billiards, though showing a decrease as compared with last year of 12 8s, well maintain the average of the last few years. The amount received from the baths shows a gratifying increase, which, it is hoped, will be further improved, as the baths are, no doubt, a useful adjunct of the Institution. At the beginning of the year there was an adverse balance of £7 lis 5d, which, from a variety of causes, such as repairs to the billiard room, structure, &c., has increased to JE17 18.; 9d, which amount it is proposed to pay off out of the capital account. As suggested at the last annual meeting, a few members of the Committee and other friends of the Institution have generously given their daily papers in time for use at the open- ing of the reading room, thereby saving an expenditure of about £7 10s. Thank-s are tendered to these friends, and to those who hava, year by year, given their weekly papers and periodicals, and the Committee hope they will see their way to continue the same The Committee aro pleased to find that the reading room maintains its popularity and use fulness. It is frequented nightly by a very large number of readers, chiefly working men, for whom a good and varied assortment of newspapers, magazines and periodicals is1 provided. Ab the last annual meeting the SRbscribers1 were fortunate in securing E J Swayne, Esq., to act as president of the: Institution. II The Committee tender their most sincere;) thanks to the Trustees of the Jifu.gh Ðavi Griffiths' Charity (Miss Gold Edwards and the Rev H Grantham) who,, through Mr Swayne, kindly allocated the sural of £ 250 towards too Institution, which amount will be of great as- sistance in the future maintainance and up- keep of the rooms. The Committee tender their best ^bhanks to the hon secretary, Mr C Pughe -Jones, for ifeis services, and are pleased to say he has-kindly consented to continue in office. The re-election of Mr and Mrs Pierce, the caretaker and housekeeper, is .recommended by the CommiUoe." The Chairman, -in moving the adoption, remarked that the balance dee to the bank had increased, but thero) was nothing on the expenditure sido that ooald be reduced without curtailing the usefulness of the institntioa. Mr Cottom remarked that they had saved £ ? 2.\03 by the gift of daily papore. Mrs Tiirnour seconded the adoption, which was carried uuanimously. PRESIDENT AS?D VICE-PRESIDENTS. Mr Cattom proposed that they re-elect the President and Vice-presidents, and thank them for their esteemed support. Mr Ashford seconded, and it was, carried. The Chairman briefly acknowledged the compliment. THE TREASURER AND AUDISTOR. Mr R E Hughes was re-elected non treasurer and Mr R Davies hon auditor, with thanks for their past services, on the motion upf Mr Ashlord and Mr Cottom. COMMITTEES. On tbe motion of Mr keepfer and Mr Ashford, the general committee was re- elected, with tbe addition of Mr Jones Williams and Mr Halford. The working.committee was also re- electedt tthenamesof Mr Jones Williams and Mr Halford being substituted for others who oooM no longer carry out the duties. CARETAKER AND HOUSEKEEPER. The Chairman, in proposing the re- election of Mr and Mrs Pierce as care- taker and housekeeper, remarked that that motion was & hardy annual, and he hoped motion was & hardy annual, and he hoped that it would long remain -so. Tbev were in office when he same to the town Ic years ago, and long before that. Mr Cottom said Yes,; over 25 years." Mr Halford seconded, and it was carried. C,IFTS OF PAPERS. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the givers of papers. THE PUBLIC LIIiRARY. Mr Halford remarked thac there had been some talk recently about a public library, to be maintained out ot the rates. They had already in the town that institu- tion, whioh had never cost the ratepayers anything, and those who clamoured for a rate-supported library might do welltifflt to support the one a-iready existing, Mr Cottom said that the class of bcofcs usually asked for from the jLjading roota library had been iievels, and, when their stock was exhausted, the committee did not feel justified in spending money in replacing them. The result was that the books now there were principally books of reference. The Chairman said that a public library'y was beyond the means of the institution. ■ Mr Cottom said that, when the public library was first talked about, some people thought that they could got hold of that institution, but the trustees decided that it could not be done. There was no real demand for the public library at that time the governing body of the town by a majority were against it. Mr Keepfer said that there was no demand for it now. The subject dropped, aod a vote of thanks to the Chairman terminated the meeting.

LLANFERRES. ST. DAVID'S DAY GATITERINC.The annual supper and social gathering took place at the Club Room, Loggerheads, on Monday. The room was nicely decorated, and Mr and Mrm Meredith catered splendidly. The chairman- j ship was admirably undertaken by Af r Tantai-n. After the loyal toasts, Mr Evans sang, tvitit fine effect, Gwlad y JDeiyn," which was fully appreciated. The duet, Larboatd Watch," was well sung by Messrs Teadie Jones and Humphreys. Mr Fernyhough, Mill, gave the taking song, The Rajah," and was well re- ceived. The Chairman created much amuse- ment with the song, Will you love me in December as you do in May?" A new and appropriate feature consisted of an address upon the life and times of the Welsh patron saint, which was listened to with earnest attention. Mr Sidney Edwards caused roars of laughter with his favourite song, "I can't change it." "Behind the parlour door," and In the shade of the old apple tree were effectively rendered by Mr Albert Williams. Mr Evans then sang -1 Deio Baeh" (encored). The song, "St David's Day," was merrily sung together by all the company. Owing to the indisposition of Mr E Edwards the company were disappointed in not witnessing his remark- able feats in tbe art of stepping. Mr Arthur Evans, Mold, gave an excellent; rendering of 'The Iri-h Emigrant "and "Tne Anchor's Weighed." Mr Meredith followed in fine style with The Diver." The comic songs of Messrs Thcmas Evans and Stewart caused much merriment, Following these, the beauti- I ful melody of Bngailes y Wyddfa," was splendidly sung by Mr Evans. The programme concluded with the sincing, bilingually, of "Hen Wlad fv Nhadau," the solo part being taken by Mr Evans. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Chairman in an able speech by Mr Sidney Edwards. A cordial vote of thanks, proposed by the Chairman, was un- animously passed, accompanied by musical honours, to Mr ai d Mrs Heresitb. It was a most pleasant tnd enjoyable evening.

PRELIMINARY NOTICE. RUTHIN CHORAL SOCIETY. Performance on EASTER THURSDAY, APRIL 15th, of COWEN'S "ROSE MAIDEN" at d MISCELLANEOUS at TOWN IELALIL, BUTHTN. 254uc.

RUTHIN. RUTHIN MARKET. Butter, Is 2d per lb; eggs, 13 for 19. RUMMAGE SALE. K rummage sale in aid of St Peter's Church Charity Fuud and Mothers' Union, will be held in the Brynhyfryd Schoolroom, on Thursday next, commencing at 3 p.m. TRE SNOW. In common with the remainder of the county, Buthiu was covered with snow after a heavy fall to the depth of several inches on Tuesday and Wednesday. BIItE FANCIER'S SUCCESS. At the Menai Bridge Cage Bird Show, Mr John Williams, poulterer, Ruthin, was success- ful in winning a 1st and 2nd prizes, and vhc, he and a special prize for the best mule in the show, and a special for the best bird in the show. TRE A tire which might have proved disastrous occurred on Saturday at Ardwyn, the residence of Rev Llew. Edwards. A maid had occasion to go upstairs, where she accidentally dropped a lighted match into a drawer. Some members of the Constitutional Club opposite were just entering the club when they saw the curtains ablaze at Ardwyn; they immediately rushed in, and with the assistance of the family they succeeded in extinguishing the flames. The brigade promptly answered the oall, but fortunately their services were not reqaired. ST. DAVID'S DAY. j St David's Day was duly observed by all true and loyal Welshmen in Ruthin, on Mon- day, when the wearing of the leek was very prominent. The wearing of the leek as a? national emblem of Wales is a problem which has puzzled antiquaries for generations, and most of them hide ih. ir confussioo in a cloud of quotations, whilst Dr Robert Chambers on this point writes-" Perhaps the English, if not the Welsh, reader will pardon us for ex- pressing our inclination to bekeve that the custom had no romantic origin whatever, but merely sprung up in allusion to bhe prominence of the leek in the ouesine ot the Welsh peopled RHOS JUVENILE CHOIR. The famous Rhoa Bethelem" Juvenile Choir, consisting of 40 voices gave a concert at the Town Hall, on Monday raighfc, under t'he conrluctorship of Mr-Jacob Edwards. Acoom- panist, Mr Emlyn Davies. A.R.C.O. Soloist, Mr E W Bellis. Che programme was similar to the one at Benbigh, a report of which will be found elsewhere, several of the items were encored. The Rev T Pritcbard, the Rector of Llanfwrog welcomed the choir, and compli- mented them on bh-o -excelle-ntiprograrame. He also read an appropriate "Englyn" composed for the occasion by Rhuddenfab" (Mr Lewis Jones). The secnetaries were Mr J Pritcbard Janes and Mr Royer H Williams. WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE ASSOCIATION- A meeting was held on Friday last at the Barhafarn Chapel Schoolroom, under the auspices of the Women Temperance Associa- tion, Mrs W R E,vans (Heulfre). in the chair. Mr Joseph Jones (Mount atreet), opened the meeting with prayer. Mrs Garrett Roberts gave a report of the East Denbigh Conference held at Llanrwst. Recitations were given by Miss Bessie Garrett Roberts and Miss Sinah Williams, followed by an interesting papsr on "The life of Miss Willaid;" by Mrs Jones (Cae'r Groes). After a song pleasingly rendered by Miss Bertha Simpson, a short address was given by the Rev Dafydd Jones. Tne accompanist was Miss Williams (Beehive). MESSRS LEATIUM JBALE. On Tuesday Messrs T & V; Loathes held their usual fair-day sale, which was one of the largest at the above mart at this time of the year for a considerable time, no doubt many taking advantage of the comfort of having their stock under cover on such a wintry day, as snow tell heavy during the most part of the morning. The entry consisted of 49 fat cattle, 14 fat anl store bulls, 28 store cattle and calves (total 91), attd iiSl sheep. Buyers were present iu great foeee, many coming from a long distance, consequently a brisk trade resulted, especiallyfor beef, which fully made 7d per lb; bast making up to £ 19 12s 6d. Sheep were a. very large show, and many lots of nice yearling sheep met a fair trade, notwith- standing plenty of room for improvement.1 Messrs Leathes' next sale at Ruthin on Monday next, and Denbigh Seiithfield on Tuesday. AUDITORS' EIi £ CTI £ K- ] The election of two auditors for the borough of liuthin took place on Monday, when there were four candidates for the position, namely, the two retiring auditors, Messrs E W Davies and Goronwy Williams, and Messrs Charles Fox and W Roberts. Comparatively little interest was evinced in the eiectioE., and only three hundred and twenty-five persons re- corded their vote. The Mayor .(Dr E1 a.Jones) declared the result of the poll in the evening, V.8 follows: W Roberts, 98; GoroDwv Williams, 91; Charles Fox, 78; and E W avies, 58. The result of the election was somewhat surprising, and it might be mentioned that Mr E W Davies did not canvas or take any part whatever in the contest. It might also be incidentally mentioned that under the act which governs the election of auditors onle one candidate could be voted for, so t,hat the minority might have a chance. The unfortunate part ot the election is that it has cost the ratep lyers at leapt £ 12, which might have b&en avoided. Mr W Roberts, who is in Alderman T H Roberts' employ, is to be congratulated on having headed the poll the very frsú time he has fought a public election. Mr Goronwy Williams also made a good second, and is to be congratulated on his re-election. The presiding officer was the town clerk (Mr Baldwin Griffiths), and the poil clerk ,(Jlr O Goodman Jones).

G> Billiard Match. The return match in billiards between the Free Church institute and Constitutional CliiO was played on Friday last at the Consti- tutional Club, the result been as follows CONSTIT. (!LL'B. FREE CII. INST. S R Lewis 150 G Roberts 97 J Jenkins 150 R J Jones 75 I Lloyd 137 (J W Hunt 150 T <V Williams ],IS Prank Griiffths. 150 Baldwin Griffiths 151 G Willitims 52 W H Williams 150 J O Morns 99 E Royles 150 R Hughes 57 A Swztilisoli 150 W O Jones 81 A Price 150 Frank Williams 133 Dr Anderson 150 T G Wbite 112 Trevor Garner 132 Robert Gee 150 Total 1587 Total .1150 The Constitutional Club won by eight games to three, and on an aggregate by 431 points.

Mr Clement Edwards, M. P, and Mr Ellis Davies, M.P were amoug the guests enter- tainEd to luncheon by the Speaker of the House of Commons yesterday week.

RUTHIN TOWN COUNCIL. POSTAL FACILITIES. A SIXPENNY REDUCTION IN THE RATES. The monthly meeting of theRatbin Town Council was held on Wednesday, when there were present:—The Deputy Mayor (Coun- cillor T J Rouw), Aldermen J Medwyn Hughes, T H Roberts, and John Roberts Councillors Charles Price, R H Williams, R James Jones, Edward Fielding, E Tegid Owen, R Harris Jones, and W 0 Jones, with the Town Clerk (Mr Baldwin Griffith), and the Borough Surveyor (Mr J Rice Jones). THE RATES REDUCED. At a meeting of the Council in committee, held on the 16th ult., the Borough Surveyor submitted an estimate of the cost of maintain- ing and repairing the main and district roads within the Borough during the ensuing finan- cial year. It was resolved that the Denbigh- shire Oounby Council be informed that this Council is prepared to enter into a contract for the maintenance and repair of the main roads within the borsugh at the sum of JE500 for one year, or JE450 per annum for three years, exclusive of the cost of material used in the construction of any new footpaths that may be made. The Town Clerk submitted estimates for the borough and general district rates that be had prepared, with the assistance of the other officials, and, after careful consideration, it was resolved that it be a recommendation to the Council that precepts be issued for a borough rate of 1:200, and that a general district rate of 2s 101 in the £ be made for the year ending March 31st, 1910. At a meeting of the Street and Town Hall Lighting Committee, hold on the 19h ult., it was resolved that this committee recommerds the Town Council to enquire whether the Ruthin Gas Company are prepared to negotiate for the sale of the gas works and their interest under their Act of Parliament, and, if so, upon what terms. filn moving the adoption of the report of the whole Council in Committee, the Deputy Mayor said he was pleased to say that they had been able to reduce the rates by 6d in the 2, as well as 3d in the £ re- duction which took place last year, which meant a total redaction of 9d in the £ during the past two years. They might have reduced the rate hy 2d or 3d more, bat they had thought that the borough should be pat in a satisfactory financial position so that there would be no over- drafts at the bank. Alderman T H Roberts seconded the adoption of the report, and the report was carried. HIGHWAYS AND ESTATES COMMITTEE. At a meeting of the Highways and Estates Committee held on the 23rd utt, the Borough Surveyor read his report of which the following is a copy :—A large amount of work in con- nection with the various footpaths has been carried out during the past month. The one in front of the White Bear and Llanfair-street has been completed, and those in front of the Ccunty Offices, We.-nfechan, and Corwen-road at e nearing completion.—The ornamental tree in Market-street has been moved about three yal ds lower down the street and is now in a pi eicion which will not interfere with either of tl e two adjoining houses.—I beg to submit for your consideration a plan of a verandah which Mr 0 R Owen proposes to erect ia froot of his shop in Well-street. It was resolved that it be a recommendation to the Council that the plan submitted by Mr 0 R Owen be approved of subject to the verandah being so erected as not to project beyond the kerbstones and subject also to the payment of an acknowledgement of one shilling per annum by Mr Owen for the privilege. It was resolved that t,wo Heats be placed in suitable positions on Llanfair-road similar to those provided on Corwen-road. It was resolved that it be an instruction to the Borough Surveyor that the road from Pen- barras to Trwyn sweh, and the portion of Bont- uchel-road between The Mount and the Borough Boundary be steam rolled as early as possible during the coming financial year. The following letter from the North and South Wales Bank was read :—" The Bank are desirous sf taking the warehouse under this Office for the purpose of storing old books and vouchers. Will you p'ease let me know on what tern S the Council will let it ? Also whether .,in case the lease of the present premises is re- newed, the Council would be agreeable to the Bank convertif g the place into a strong room if they thought advisable and what the terms would be. An early reply will oblige." It was resolved that ttois Committee recom- mend that the room be let to the Bank and that the rent be fixed by the Council. The Borough Surveyor submitted plans for the alterntion of the front staircase of the Assembly Room, and it was resolved that the plans be approved of and that it be a recom- mendation to the Council that the work be carried out. Councillor R James Jones proposed and Councillor Price seconded the adoption of the above report. After a short discussion Alderman John Roberts proposed an amendment of the report, that the steam rolling of the Graig- fechan, Llanrhydd, and Bontuchel roads be proceeded with as soon as possible, and that the steam rolling of the other roads be referred to a future meeting, and it was el carried. The report was then adopted subject to the above amendment. EXTENSION OF THE FIRE STATION. At a meeting of the Finance. Sanitary and General Purposes Committee held on the 23rd ult., the Medical Officer of Health reported that three deaths had been registered during the last month, all due to natural causes. The town and borough are quite free from in- fectious disease. The Inspector of Nuisances read his report of which the following is a copy:-The nuis- j ances reported to you at the last meeting are receiving attention. The overcrowding at Brynhyiryd School House still continues. The Churck Authorities are anxious for the tenants to leave and do not again intend letting it as a dwelling-house. The tenants infoim me that they are on the look out for a house but have been unable to get oue I have nothing further to bring to your notice at this meeting. The Toil Collector reported that during the last month, tolls amounted to X4 9j had been collected. The Surveyor reported that the expenditure on the roads during the past month amounted io £6;) ] 7; 10d. The Town Clerk reported that Mrs Lilley had iniormed him ihai. she was giving up the registered lodging house at 109, Mwrog-street, and it was resolved that the license be cano lied. The letter from the North and South Wales Bank in reference to the storeroom under the oflicc was road. It was resolved that it be a recommendation to the Council that the room be let at a rent of £ 10 per annum, and that the Bank be informed that the Council are prepared to consent to the construction of a strong room and to renew the lea-e of the bank premise, inc uding the room referred to, at a rent of £ 50 per annum. The Rate Collector reported that the total amount of rate made for the year ending 31st March, 11J09. was :—Amount collected to 25oh February, IDUH, CI167 19 lid: balance un- collected, .£tj;"j 12s Id. Total, i:1,233 12s. In moving tt'e adoption of the report the Deputy Mayor pointed out that in regard to the proposed extension of the I Fire Station he might say that if they approached the bank authorities as to their requirements they mi;4ht get something extra fcoro them in addition to the £ 50 rent. He would propose that the matter be referred back to committee for further consideration and with power to act. Alderman T H Roberts seconded the adoption of the report, and it was carried subject to the above amendment. POSTAL FACILITIES. The Town Clerk submitted the report of the conference of the representatives of the Ruthin and Denbigh Town Councils respecting the question of improved postal facilities for both towns. The conference recommended That the attention of the Postmaster General be called to the present unsatisfactory delivery of letters in the Vale of Clwyd, and that a strong representation be made to him by petition urging that the mails be in future oon. veyed by rail motor van between Rhyl and Ruthin, and serving intermediate towns. That it also be suggested that if it is found to be impracticable to convey the mails by rail the Postmaster General be asked to I consider the advisability of sending the mails by road motor service along the route mentioned. That it be left to the Town Clerks of Denbigh and Rutbin to draw up the petition, and after the same has been submitted to and approved of by this committee, that copies thereof be sent to the local authorities of Rhuddlan, H Asaph, Trefnant, and Llanrhaiadr, with the request that they also join in the movement." The Depnty Mayor explained that they had given this matter their careful con- sideration, and be proposed that authority be given the committee to draw up the momorial and fix the seal of the borough. Alderman John Roberts seconded, and it was carried. POLICE INTERFERE WITH HORSE FAIR. Councillor Tegid Owen called attention to the fact that on the last fair day the police moved the horses in Upper Clwyd- street lower down the street. He would like to know if they had nny power to do this. It caused much inconvenience To his knowledge horses had been shown in Upper Clwyd-street for 18 or 20 years. The Deputy Mayor: I think we, as a Council, have the right of managing our fairs, and that the police have no right to dictate in the matter. Councillor Tegid Owen: They have now done the same thing twice over. Councillor Harris Jones: What is the in- convenience caused ? Councillor Tegid Owen Broken legs or something of that sort. It was decided to communicate in the matter with the police. TOWN HALL STAIRS. A question arose as to whether the work of providing new stairs for the Town Hall, at the estimated cost of 2160, should be carried out. The Deputy Mayor said that this wonld be a great permanent improvement, and ought not to be rushed through without farther consideration. Alderman T H Roberts agreed. It was a question that could be considered with the proposed extension of the new Fire Station. If the Council decided to go in for both, a loan might be obtained to cover the expense. Alderman J Roberts thought the Local Government Board would never sanction the loan for the improvement of the Town Hall staircase. Eventually by the casting vote of the Deputy Mayor it was resolved to defer the matter for a month.

St David's Day Celebrations at the Castle Hotel. One of the most successful celebrations of St David's Day ever held in Ruthin took place at the Castle Hotel, Ruthin, on Wednesday evening, when a convivial company numbering about one hundred sat down to an excellent dinner served in admirable style by Mr and Mrs Tegid Owen. The Deputy Mayor (Councillor Theodore J Rouw) discharged the onerous duties cf president in splendid style, and he was supported b.v the Ht n Ormby Gore, the Rev D Howell Griffiths, Mr Swainaon, Councillor R 11 Williams, Councillor W 0 Jones, Dr Bytord, Mr Vincent Johnson, Mr Charles Bamford, and many others. A letter of apology for absence was received from Col Mousley, who trusted that they would have an enjoyable time and do honour to the illustrious Patron Saint David. I The splendid repast is indicated by the following MENU:— Soups: Tomato, kidney; cod, oyster sauce; roast limb, mint sauce; beef, turkey, gouse; St David's pudding, atewed rhubard, prunes, cup custard, mincepies cheese, celery. The President, in submitting the loyal toasts, said the King was well-known to the Ruthinians and had been amongst them, and he was sure there were no more loyal people than they were (applause). The toast having been duly honoured, The Hon Ormsby Gore submitted the toast of the evening, St David." He was accorded a most cordial reception. In the course of his remarks he said he was glad that there was one day of the year when Welshmen forgot all sectarian and political diflerences, and were able to meet in friendly intercourse to immortalise the memory of St David, the man who first brought Christianity into this country (applause). In drinking this toast they were conjuring up memories of the past and doing something to keep up their traditions as Welshmen. Not only that they were also doing something for the future generations because on St David's Day the national sentiments of Wales were I brought more prominently before them. They were now at the dawn of a new century which was full of gigantic possi- bilities when each nation was playing some conspicuous part in the world, and the question was, what great part was Wales going to play? There was no doubt that Wales couid play a conspicuous part if she remained true to her national traditions. There was Italy who could boast of her great artists, and then again there was Germany who could boast of her great musical composers, and similarly in every country in tho world every nation had contributed something to the great history of the world, and he ventured to think that Wales could boast of two great things. They had the national gift of poetry, and religion had a great hold on the Welsh people, and be hoped that they would long continue to cherish these characteristics (applause). The toast was then drank in. solemn silenco. Mr W 0 Jones gave the toast of the "Army and Navy," and said he did not kouN why he had been asked to propose it. He supposed it was simply the caprice of Mr Rouw in asking him to do so. He had been a member ot the force for the brief period of 12 months, and:wben they proposed promoting him to tho exalted position of a liuglar he retired (laughter). Speaking seriously he thought that the Territorial Army was of national interestand that they all ought to make some personal sacrifice ior the defence of the country. In regard to the Navy he believed that all agreed, that as lung as the waves broke upon these shore, so long they ought to be the masters of the sea. He was glad to think that the Welsh nation had done their share in con- nection with the Territorial Army, Their worthy president had done great work in regard to the Territorial Forces, and it was due to his efforts that Ruthin was in such a good position in this respect. He coupled with the to at the names of Mr Charles Bamford and Mr Rouw. In response to the toast the President said that in regard to the Territorial Force it was one of the things that he had nearest at heart. There was no doubt that every sensible man insured against fire, and he thought that every sensible man should insure against the invasion of his own country by supporting the Territorial Army. He was pleased to say that they had responded to the oall to arms in Denbighshire better than any other place. In regard to the Army Service Corps, be might say that they had enlisted 34 men ir Ruthin and 13 in Denbigh, and he hoped that before two months went by that they would have the fail compliment of men. During the past few weeks 11,000 recruits, had been enlisted in London, and he hoped that before long the Territorial forces would be complete. He asked them to be patriotic and assist him in enlisting the- fall compliment of men required for tLe Army Service Corps. Mr Charles Bamford also responded. Councillor R H Williams proposed the toast of The Clergy and Ministers of alt denominations," and coupled the name of the Rev D Howell Griffiths. In doinrr .-a said that they regretted thnt Mr Giiffitbs was leaving them, and that during the short time he had been amongst them he had been of immense service, not only to the Church, but to the whole district.. Owing to exceptional circumstances the Church in Ruthin was not in a fijarishing state when he came to the parish, but now he did not think there was a Church any- where in a more flourishing state than in the parish of Ruthin. It was entirely due to his energy and hard work (applause). The toast having been drnnk, the Rev D Howell Griffiths, in responding, thanked Mr Williams for his kind words, and said that this was one of the few occasions upon which they could forget political and sectarian differences, and that was one of the chief reasons that led him to believe that it was his duty to be present. Speak- ing personally, he believed in a clergyman taking put in every gathering in order that he might be able to understand what people's thoughts were in the way tkey looked at life. He believed that there was nothing more necessary than for a clergy- man to understand everyday subjects. It. was impossible for them to deal in any practical fashion with these things unVss they sought the information where they might obtain it. Mr Swainson proposed the toast of "The Town and Trade of Ruthin," coupling with it the name of Mr Beech and Mr J R Davies, and the toast was duly honoured. Mr Beech responded and said that he believed that the trade uf the town wa" improving, as was evidenced by the fact that new buildings were being put up. He hoped that if people did not see what they wanted in shop windows they would go an t ask for it, and they would quote them for it. He was sure that the Ruthin trades- men could supply as good an article 88 any outsider, and at the same price (applause). Dr Byford proposed the toast of the "Host and Hostess," which was received with loud aoclamation. In doing so he said that the popularity of Mr and Mrs Tegid Owen was so well known that no words of his were necessary. The great success of the meeting was entirely due to their popularity and kindness (applause). The toast having been drank with musical honours, Mr Tegid Owen, in responding, said they were pleased to do whatever they could, and when they were well supported it gave them great encouragement. They wero always pleased to do what they could for the town and trade of Ruthin, and thleY were pleased that there was such a goo 1 attendance that evening, notwithstand- ing the fact that no one ha i pushed the. sale of the tickets aud the iucienency of the weather. Mr Vincent Johnson gave t',e toast of "The President," which was UKSt heartily drunk. During the evening songs were renders I in splendid style by Air Kirkham, .\jf Meyrick Roberts. Mr Robert JOHPH, Mr Rice Jones, Mr Owen, Mr David Davi,-R, and Mr John Edwards. Mr llorlgstrj Tendered invaluable service in playing the accompaniments. A very enjoyable evenin closed with the singing ot the Welsh National Antheoj, and U Auld Lang Syne," -0.

WHAT THE DYSPEPTIC }IC:T REMEMBER. The dyspeptic needs to cultivate ,co"d serse and a trustworthy judgment. He must be d)¡.' to say no to a perverted appetite. He inusr know how to control lilriiself i- ally sits down to one of the elaborate, in whole- some banquets that arc sweh a disgrace to our twentieth-century civilisation. Bur he ¡!1USt n'tso know when to humour his appetite a li;tie. There is danger in a too liberal repimo; there ta equal danger in being tr ) abstemious.

Competitive Meeting PWz A successful competitive meeting was he last night at the Congregational Chapel Graig fechan, under the presidency of Mr W aj ter ° Jones. The prize for the best tenor solo wns won by Mr John Williams, poulterer, Ruthin t- e prize for the duet being won b) Messrs R A Jones and J Williams.

Billiard Malch. RUTHIN v. DENBIGH. A billiard match between teimi i-eprespntiil, the Ruthin and Denbigh Conservative Clubs, was played at the Ruthin Club vester<i«v (Thursday) evening. The m.tch wia'arranand for eight-a-side, but thern was onlv time for six games, of which Ruthin won fiiii,, game between D E Humphreys Roberts nrrl T Lloyd was abandoned owing to the lick of time. Score:— DENBIGH. RUTHIN. J G Lloyd 150 A Swainson 4 G Lloyd 150 WT Williams 11: W Hughes 141 A Price J5J D E a Roberts T Lloyd — G Parrv Jones 113 Dr Anderson 1"0 J T D Half ord 82 S R T",wis H -) t) W J Nott 12 B Griffith 0

DON'T WOP." Y. Worry is the twin ister 0: rip Neither should enter into thj d" .!y "iife of one. Worry and excitement r :11', Any- one can gd along when every In in.or i; all ri:r. but it takes a wise person, a leveKhoaded one. to got along and not >\ orry ind bocoite r.orv.-i-s when everything is all wrong.

VALUE OF A LE.MOX. A lemon is one of the most useful fm-ts for toilet purposes. It is especially helpful in re- moving stains from file skin. Wix-n the jnico of a lemon has been used in tii ,:1( "husk" of the fruit, in which a little and juice will remain, should be reservxl for ¡ ;e washstand. It is useful in its fo» m for rubbing over th hancls and c' tfyat surrounds the nails, or can be in bbiling water. When cold, this water h. used for facial ablutions. If the lemon is dipped in borax before benu: n:i ,1 over the hands so much the better. A of lemon-juice and borax is reconiniei.d'Hi ft»* whitening tho skin, and is used on the nock by a great many women before dunning evcwiij dress.