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ITHE DISTRAINT SALES AT CELLAR,…
ITHE DISTRAINT SALES AT CELLAR, LAMPETER. A scene probably unparalleled in the history of the fural parish of Cellan was witnessed theie on Wednes- day, when the crops of six farmers were distrained upon, at the instigation of the Vicar, in consequence of their refusal to pay tithes. Cellan village is situated about two miles and a half north-east of Xampeter, but the parish is rather a scattered one, and a great portion is bordering the county of Car- marthen. Indeed, a wayfarer desirous of visiting Cellan by the high road from Lampeter must cross the river Teify, and then he will find himself in the mext county, but he afterwards re-crosses the line of demarcation, and is again in the county of Cardigan. Wednesday was a beautifully fine day, and conse- quently several hundred persons turned out either to make a display of their anti-tithe principles or to enjoy whatever fun could be got oat of the proceed- ings. In order to get at the rendezvous we had to pass through a lovely bit of country there was an utter absence of any appearance of want or squalour. The farmhouses and cotters' dwellings were all well built, the land was well tilled and looked^ fruitful, and the beasts were sleek and well f'od. So that it was obvious that poverty was not the cause of non- payment of tithes, and therefore the demonstration of Wednesday must be accented as a prot st against toe Church as established by law. The vicar of the parish is the Rev James Jones, and he is entitled to an annual payment of tithes amounting to about £ 120. An agitation against the payment of his demands was commenced some months ago, when a meeting of farmers was held, and a deputation of four of their number was appointed to wait upon the rev. gentle- tnan and request an abatement of ten per cent. Accordingly an interview was obtained, when Mr Jones positively refused to comply with their request, at the same time stating—-at least so our informant said-that he would prefer death before he would accept their dictation. However, the majority of the tithepayers accepted the dictum of the vicar, and Said their tithes, to whom he handed back a sum of ve per cent, on their payments but the six farmers upon whom distraint has been levied declined to pay a penny, and the rev. gentleman decided to put the law in force. Mr Thomas Lloyd, solicitor, Lampeter. was engaged to carry out the legal proceedings, and distress was levied by an old man named Charles George, of Tregaron, on Thursday week, when there was intense excitement in the neighbourhood. Fear- ing that the better judgment ef some of the wilder and more enthusiastic of the inhabitants would result in a breach of the peace on Wednesday, a very large force of police was brought into the neighbourhood, numbering all told about seventy thirty of these were from the county of Carmarthen, twelve from Glamorganshire, and the remainder drafted from the different stations in this county. They were under the command of Major Lewis, chief constable, and he waa very ably assisted by D.C.C. John Lloyd, Aber- ystwyth, D.C.C. Captain Harries, Carmarthen, and Snpt David Williams, Llandyssul. It is due to the Solice to say that when paraded they looked a very ne body of men, and their conduct was most exem- plary throughout the proceedings. They had a trying time in two or three instances, when they were booted and closely pressed upon by the mob, but in no case did a single officer, from the chief to the lowest subordinate, displny any conduct which may Considered arbitrary or uncalled-for. The first sale Was at Glanteivy farm, occupied by Mr Benjamin Bees, who is a Baptist by religious persuasion. Upon arriving here we found a large crowd already assembled, and an impromptu meeting was being held. Mr Walters, a solicitor, of Carmarthen, was also pre- sent, he having been engaged by the anti-tithepayers 'to look after their interests, and see that the proceed- ings were carried out in a strictly legal form, He first addressed the crowd, promising them that he Would see as far as he could that the distraints were Carried out legally, and urging them not to do any- thing that day by which they would lay themselves Open to any charge of misconduct. He asked them to keep quiet, and not to obstruct or interfere with the police in any way. Mr D. Richards, of Llan Clovery, made a similar appeal, and the Rev Thomas Thomas, of Llanfairclydogau, said that was the Oddest day that had been seen in Cellan. He urged his audience not to infringe the law, but to give fair play to the officials, as they were not fighting agair-st Jersons but for their principles. A stack of hay was ere distrained upon, and a comical incident was con- nected with it. Attached to the rick was an effigy, apparently to re-present the clergy the figure was "adorned" with a battered high hat, an enormous nose, and extremely long whiskers, and the body was Covered with a snow white surplice, down the centre of which was hung a red ribbon, probably to indicate the divine's collegiate degree, while in the right hand Was a pint beer pot, but whether the latter utensil Was intended to indicate the proclivities of the clergy as a body we were not informed. It will be readily believed that this odd-looking customer caused much merriment, which v as only diverted upon the arrival of the police, who were received with loud cheering tut upon the cro v i catching sight of the bailiff (George) the cheers were quickly turned to hooting and shouting Lawr a'r degwm," "Down with the tithes," &c. George, who is an old and decrepit man, totally unfit for such unpleasant business, then pro- ceeded to sell, the amount of tithe due being X12 16s. He read the conditions of sale, amid frequent interruptions and some hustling, and the Rev T. Thomas again appealed to the crowd to give him fair play. The first and only bid was £ 21, made by Mr Davies, of Felindre, a justice of the peace 1'or the county. So high a figure seemed to take George tiback, and he declared his intention of not accepting it, to the intense delight of the crowd. The reason Soon became obvious George is not a licensed auc- tioneer, and the impression seems to have become general that for this reason he could not legally take Q bid of upwards of £80. However this may be, Mr Thomas Lloyd quickly relieved George from his em- barassing position by instructing him to knock down the lot to Mr Davies, and whatever consequences might follow he would be answerable for. Mr Walters asked for the appraisement, and also a request was made for the auctioneer's license, but neither were forthcoming. This sale over, a move Was made to a farm called Lanlas-ucha, occupied by Mr David Evans, a Unitarian, and the freehold is held by Mr Watkin Davies. Lanlas-ucha is by the high road about three miles distant from Glanteivy. The house is situate upon the breast of a hill, and commands one of the finest views in Wales; in fact, a perfect panorama of Nature in all her beauty and Vardure may here be enjoyed. Down below is the placid and well-stocked river Teify, the water of "Which fertilises tha lovely valley. To the right as far as the eye can reach are plantations of symmetrical trees and rich meadow and arable land, while in the far distance can be descried the handsome new church of Llanfairclydogau. Turning to the left a similar view of grandeur meets the gaze. Straight before as, some five or six miles away, nestles the town of Lampeter, with its imposing college buildings, town ball, &c., and farther on again we are rewarded with a sight of Bank Hall, the prettily-situated residence of Mr John Fowden, and farther still we find Llan- wenog and Llanybytherin the distance. The valley, also, is studded with seats of gentlemen occupying good positions in the county; indeed, in one sweep of the eye there are few places to equal the interesting and cheerful view obtained from Lanlas-ucha. But the engrossing business here to-day,as in the previous Case, was the enforcement of the tithe, and this was quickly done. Mr Davies, of Felindre, was the pur- chaser of a stack of hay for £ 6,and amid the blowing of horns and the yelling of most discordant sounds, the police and the bailiff took their departure for Caeronen, a freehold occupied by the owner of the last farm visited, Mr Watkin Davies. The way to this farm led through narrow and slippery lanes, the ice in some places proving very inconvenient and dangerous, and owing to the pressure of the crowd, who kept up a continual dir. of noise, the police had at times difficulty in keeping together. The amount Of tithe demanded was X4 12s fld, and the first bid was £ 7, but Mr T, Price, of Wernfendigaid, made a second offer of = £ *21. which was this time accepted without demur. On the rick .-old was placed in large letters the word Disestablishment," and over°a I Cross road en route to this farm were hung two blue flags, on which were the mottoes "Justice for Wales," and" Religious equality." After the sale here the company sang a Welsh song, composed for the occa- sion, to an old Welsh minor tune, the words of which implied that they were sin,ging over the grave of the Vicar, each verse ending with the refrain— Ni thalwn ddim mwy, l.Jüim roagor o ddegwm i 'ff eiriad y plwyf. From here we took our course to Llwyafedw, a farm occupied by Mr James Jones, and the amount of arrears .with costs being X2 10s, for which amount a stack of bay was purchased by Mr Walters, solicitor. The scene enacted here was very similar, except that the crowd displayed rather more disorderly symptoms than r. the previous places, and one miscreant kicked the poor old man George rather savagely on the leg. We believe fit is known to the police. The next place was Troedyrhiw, occupied by Mr Thorns Evans, who owed £ 2 10s, and Mr Waiters was again the pur- chaser of a stack of hay for k2 153. Trebanau v. as the last place visited, where a distraint was made upon the tenant, Mr David Evans, for two sums amounting in the aggregate with costs to £ 14 10s. Here we renewed our acquaintance with the effigy which created so much mirth at Glanteivy, and Mrs Evans and her who, by the way, are daughters of Mrs Jenkins, lihydybenan, a member of the Llanfi- hangel Ystrad School Board, met the policemen and bailiff and invited them all to enter the house and partake of a cup cf coffee, which she said was quite ready but the invitation was not accepted. The sale was very quickly over, Mr Davies, Felindre be ng the purchaser of a stack cf hay for .£4, and a rick of com for < £ 10 10s. The song already referred to was again sung, and the Rev T, Thomas thanked the crowd from the bottom of bis heart for obeying his injunctions and keeping order. thus allowing everything to pass off so quietly. They had no need for a lawyer, justice, or doctor that day (applause). Mrs Davies again renewed her invite to the bailiff and policemen to have a cup of coffee, but they turned a deaf ear, and marched off to Lampeter, amid the e -TS of some 500 people. An indignation meeting was held near the Tre- banau house, when the Rev T. Thomas was voted to the chair. The Chairman, in opening the proceedings, said they were all friends before the sales took place that day, but now they were pure friends, having been purged by the law, and be again thanked them tot their good conduct. Had they acted differently they would have been a disgrace to Cellan and humanity. iln ice had been broken in that parish, and after a storm they expect-d fine weather; but the storms ere not yet over; they would get them again, but finally they would get fine weather. One gentleman in the crowd had told him that the ministers were the agitators, ai d were it not for them there would have been no row but on behalf of the ministers be repudiated such an insinuation. They were told that they were only shoemakers, tailors, and so on, but he said let them beware ot these. The present age was a reading age, and these craftsmen-tailors and shoemakers, «ere abreast with the aristocracy aiad quite eqjual to them in intelligence. He urged them to bo tru. to thei • principles, and to show their sym- pathy with ttoae who had borne the brunt of the batt.e that "ay by making a liberal subscription row iris the < xp nses incurred (cheers). Mr Lloyd, of Tre yno., said it was the dufy of eve-y <-n whe felt for his country and nation to auejai such gather nga as these and to protest a-.iinst the 1 roceed ngs It was a movement which did unt. bel.uj* to any sect, but they were fighting for a r if com n. n justice. He was glad to see that they liai cond cted themselves so well that day. It was a very pious affair, because they had a clergy- man connoted "i h it; it was legal, because they had policemen a id it was just, because they had magistrates ttnre, aid the whole formed a grard trinitj (laughter ai d cheers). The time had come for them to rise altrg ther as a nation in this matt r of tithes; it was surprising that the country hid been so long b fore realising what its rights were, and it was fu ly time for the Government to step in and put a stop t) inch proceedings as they had wit- nessed that day. He hid come there that day in the hope that they wool, return the compliment, and he invited them all to Trefynor to act as they had done that day when his turn c,me to have his goods dis- trained upon. Th^y wer.-) condemaeo for congregating thus to show their symoathy for those distrained upon; but, he askei, what other course was left opeu to them ? They bad failed to obtain redress through the Press, the ballot box, and every other means, and the only thitig left for them was an agitation like the present (A Voice: Home Rulp). Yes, that was what they wanted. He was glad that the people of Cellan bad something better than their own interests in vi, w in inviting their friends there that day—that th iy had their principles to guide them. What between the present agricultural dis- tress and the increase of education the people had now begun to assert their rights; they had no fear of the landlord such slavish fears had disappeared with the spread of edacation. The world had become enlightened enough now not to be afraid of boguses, or the ghost of a landlord, a clergyman, or anyone else—they found they were only men like themselves (cheers). They must have their rights, or they would give more work for those blue coated gentle- men (the police) than they had that day (cheers). Mr J imes, of Llandilo, said he was glad to see so many ladies present, for whenever he saw them taking anything in hand it was sure to be done. That was 013 first ti:he sale 'hat he had attended, and ha was glad tc have had the honour of being present, although he had sacrificed a good deal of his work to do so. They react that their fathers had paved the way for them to live lives worthy of living, and had surmounted many difficulties; it was there- fore their duty to follow up the work of their fathers, and to fight for all that was worth fighting fr. Although the tithes had to be paid according to Act of Parliament, justice said that they ought not to be paid, and the presence ef so many people there that day said that justice was against the payment of tithes; they got nothing for their money, and it could not be just that they should pay for what they did not get (applause). He described Welshmen as being something like a dog fastened to a chain—the more they were tied down the savager they would set, and their past slavery had developed into the agitation carried out that day. They were all willing to maintain their own ministers, and Churchmen ought to support their own clergy (sheers). Mr Evans, of Gwernogle, Llanfihargel Rhosycorn, said they were glad to find that the Cellanites had taken the lead in this war, and in the district where he came irom they were prepared to fight under the same barner. He was glad to be present to see the Church ot England in its true light. He had many a time had a chat with a wooden clergyman like their friend opposite (alluding to the effigy), and he urged his bearers to give liberally towards the expenses incurred that day, as every penny given tiafc day would jtng e on the counter on the day of judgment. In the parish he came from they had not puid tithes for two ye ra. and they were now nearly despairing that they would ever be sold up. They first of all stood out for a return of 15 per cent; but his rever- euce told them that he sympathised with them, but would not help them, but pity without relief was something like mustard without beef (laughter and cheers). Thefr clergyman was willing that they should get the mustard, but he must get the beef; and in his parish they offered to pay the tithe, less 5s in the pound, but now they had gone to the stage that they would pay no tithe at all, not ever if the clergyman returned 193 ll|d out of every sovereign (applause). He understood that the next "degwm sasiwn was to take place in Llanfibangel Rhosycorn, and he urged upon them to continue blowing their horns until the walls of Jericho had fallen down. He concluded by saying that the only way to get a Con. servative Government to do anything was by having recourse to force, and they must approach the present Government in the same way- The proceedings then terminated, and the crowd quickly dispersed,
LLANDDEINOL.
LLANDDEINOL. SEASONABLE BENEVOLENCE.—Colonel and Mrs. Baldwin of Carrog, have this year again distributed a large quantity of clothing and tea amongst the poor of the above parish. The kind family of Carrog are not satisfied with being happy themselves, but they must do their utmost to secure the happiness of those that are about them. They allay the pains of the sick, and they gladden the hearts of those under the tyrannical reign of poverty, they make the hearts of little children joyful, by ministering unto their several grievous necessities. We heartily wish them a long life and prosperity. TEA TREAT AND CHRISTMAS TREE—The annual tea treat and Christmas tree given to the children of the National school by Colonel and Mrs. Baldwin, came off on Thursday, the 12th inst. Proceedings commenced at three, when 51 children sat down to the most sumptuous feast they ever partook of. The viands consisted of jam rolls, buns, milk biscuits overlaid with jam, besides the usual tea cake, which was a splendid specimen of confectionery. The bright and happy faces of the children clearly showed how thoroughly they were enjoying themselves. When the work of satisfying the inner man was going on, many an anxious glanee was cast towards the Christmas tree, which was in ithe farthest end of the room, loaded with about SO& of those most enticing articles that the hearts of little children long to possess. These articles consisted of woollen stock- ings, skull caps, mittens, dolls, cups and saucers, story books, turtles, money boxes, paint boxes, writing desks, draught boards, &c. Before distribu- ting these gifts, the children were sent out for a few minutes recreation, while those who "attended on them partook of the dainty feast. Then followed the work of unloading the tree of its numerous articles. Every child and invited guest, of whom there were many, received four tickets, each entitling them to a share in the distribution. The children on their part entertained their kind benefactors with numerous songs, and short speeches of thankfulness. Three cheers were heartily given by the children, and were responded to by Colonel Baldwin, who thanked them for their kind speeches, and impressed upon them the necessity of regularly attending school. Each child on being dismissed received two mince pies and two oranges from Mrs Baldwin and Miss Dowding, We owe the Carrog family a deep debt of gratitude for theiriassidnoTIs efforts to secure regular attendance at the day school, whieh efforts have been crowned with every success. Among those present were the Misses Dowding- of Carrog, Mrs Daviøs and children, Ffosrhydgaled, Rev. J. Lloyd and MŸlQsei3 Lloyd, Vicarage. -r James McKenzie, Second Corporal Royal Engineers, stationed at Chatham, was nearly crazy with neuralgia in his face and head, whan a bottle sf St. Jacobs Oil was procured, and applied to the afflicted parts. To the surprise of every one, the pain ceased at once as if by magic, whereas two minutes before lie was in fee'moat intense agony. Sold everywhere. It is proposed to a present} to the Rev Owen Thomas, D,D.
CHURCH MISSIONS.
CHURCH MISSIONS. Mission services have been held in connection with St Michael's and Trinity parishes every day, commen- c iugon Friday in last week, and will be continued over Sunday next. The missioners at St Michael's and St Mary's (Welsh) church are the Rev J. Cullin, M.A., Tait missioner for the dioceses of Canterbury and London, and the Rev T. J. Jones, M.A., vicar of Pontlottyu. They commenced their labours on Friday even;ng, with a service of intercession and sermon by the Rev J. Cullin, which was well attended. On Saturday holy communion was celebrated at eight a.m., morning prayer at ten, and Mr Collin delivered an address after the service in the evening. On Sunday, there was holy communion and short ifistruction at eight o'clock; morning prayer, ser- mon, and communion at eleven, a service for men only in the afternoon, as well as a children's service conducted by the Rev T. J. Jones at St Mary's church, followed in the evening by mission sermons and after meetings at both churches. Short open-air meetings have been held in different parts of the town every evening, and the Rev ^Mr Jones has delivered stirring and earnest addresses in Welsh to large numbers of people, who have afterwards pro- ceeded to St. Michael's, where the services are continued, and the congregations are consequently very large. Special Bible readings have also been held in St Mary's church, as well as services for men only and women only, all of which have been well attended. Both missioners are excellent preachfrs, and have created a most favourable impression upon their hearers, the services having been attended by large numbers of Nonconformists as well as Church- people. The mission is proving most successful, and the services are much appreciated. At Trinity the missioner is the Rev Kenneth L. Jones, rector of St Bride's, Manchester, assisted by the Rev J. H. A. Griffiths, vicar of Llanwrthwl, Breconshire, and formerly curate of Tenby. The mission commenced on Friday evening. After the service the Rev Mr Jones delivered an earnest pre- paratory sermon. Services are being held every morning at eleven, and the addresses of the rev mi-sioner have been listened to by large audiences Every evening a mission service is held, when search- ing sermons are being preached, and the after- meetings have been well attended. There was a celebration of the holy communion at 8 30 on Sunday morning, and again after the eleven o'olock service. In the afternoon a children's service was held, followed by one for men only. In the evening the church was crowded to excess, many of the congrega- tion remaining for the after-meeting. The Rev Mr Griffiths devotes himself to the children, with whom he is very successful. To-morrow (Sunday) after- noon there will be a service for men only at 3.30, instead of four as last Sunday. Special seivicea for women have also been held, and there was a celebra- tion of the communion on Wedaesday and Thursday mornings. The discourses of the rev. gentlemen here have been marked-as at St Michael's—by much earnestness and deep thought.
GAZETTE NEWS.
GAZETTE NEWS. FIRST MEETINGS AND DATES OF PUBLIC I EXAMINATION. John Beynon, Tregaron, Cardiganshire, licensed victualler, and horse, cattle, and sheep dealer first meeting January 26th, at eleven a.m., at the Official Receiver's, Carmarthen public examination January 26th, at noon, at the Guild Hall, Carmarthen.
CHRIST COLLEGE, BRECON.
CHRIST COLLEGE, BRECON. Mr R. S. Haydon, B.A., and Mr H. Sturt, B.A., have been appo nted to masterships at the above college. Mr Haydon was a foundation scholar of St. Paul's School, London, open scholar of Christ College, Cambridge, a-ad obtained first class honours in classical tripos, part 1., and first class honours in classical tripos, part II. Mr Sturt is an exhibitioner of Queen's College, Oxford, and obtained a second class in classical moderations, a first class in the final classical school, and a second class in modern history. Mr F. Grundy, a present pupil of Christ College, and son of Mr F. Grundy, Brecon has been elected to a Classical Foundation Scholarship of the annual value of X-80. The scholarship was awarded on the results of a competitive examination.
ABERDOYEY.
ABERDOYEY. On the 13th and 14th inst. a novel, interesting, and highly intellectual entertainment was provided for the people of Aberdovey, at the National schoolroom. It consisted of tableaux vivants, interspersed with songs and pianoforte solos. The tableaux were under the able management of Mrs Griffith, Tanyvoel, and Mr Arthur Norgate, Braichycelyn. It is needless to say thac all the performers entered heartily into their work, and spared neither pains nor trouble to secure a thoroughly enjoyable entertainment. The tableaux were happily chosen from some of the most striking scenes from some of our best classic authors, and the performers ably succeeded in representing the various periods and characters. The Friday evening per- formance was exceedingly well attended, the room being literally packed, there, being many present from Towyn and the neighbouring places. Dr Grosholz acted as conductor, and very happily and lucidly explained each tableaux. The intervals were pleasantly filled up with s ngs and pianoforte solos kindly contributed by Miss Bentley, Miss Griffith, Miss F. Howell, Miss F. James, Miss Pugh, Mies Rowlands, Mr W. Dcnnett Davies, Mr D. L. Howell, Mr J. M. Howell, &c. Considering the short notice a good sum was realised in aid of the day schools. Subjoined is a list of the tableaux and performers Ladies: Mrs Grosholz, Mrs Lewis, Miss Norgate, Miss Howell, Miss Bentley, Miss Gilbertson, Miss Griffith. Gentlemen Mr Norgate, Mr A. Norgate, MrM. D. Murray, Mr J. Howell, Mr D. Howell, Mr Gilbertson. 1st tableaux, Elaine at the Palace," from "Idylls of the King," Tennyson; 2nd, "Jessica and Shylock," from Merchant of Venice," Shakes- peare; 3rd, "Death of Rizzio;" 4th, Queen Bei-en- garia supplicating for the life of Sir Kenneth," Scott: 5th, "Gnlnare and the Corsair," Byron; 6th, "Trial Scene," from Merchant of Venice," Shakes- peare; 7th, Hamlet and Ghost," Shakespeare 8th, Claude Duval." Highwayman; 9fch, "Isabella in the Cell," from Lord of the Isles," Scott 10th, "Hermione," from "The Winter's Tale," Shakes- peare.
TRUTH STRANGER THAN FICTION.
TRUTH STRANGER THAN FICTION. THE CAPTAIN'S AFRICAN BRIDE. Over and over again has what appeared to be the most preposterous flights of a novelist's to be the most pre- posterous imagination proved to be either founded upon or subsequently justified by actual facts..1 ames Payne's story of Lost Sir Massingberd is a well-known case in point, the circumstances delineated in the chief incident in the tale actually occurring some time after t-lie publica- tion of the story. The strange story of Commander Bethel's dusky bride, and her claims to an important estate in England, would, if it had first appeared in a novel have been pooh-poohed as out of reason. Other no less well established facts are every day pooh-poohed. For nstance some people are yet foolish enorigh to look upon the virtues claimed for Gwilym Evans' Quinine Hitters as fiction whereas they are really sober truth. That affec- tions of the Chest, Indigestion in every form, Liver com- plaint and Nervous Disorders have been cured by this unequalled medicine is every day proved in the experience of hundreds. Read the following testimony, authenticated names and addresses of well-known persons. Mr Thomas Williams, 6, Wayne-street, Gudlys, Aber- dare, under date August 27th, 1887, writes :—Dear Sir, —My son has been suffering from debility these last two years, and could not find any benefit until he tried your wonderful medicine. We tried "all doctors, but of no avail. Mr Isaac Davies, 10, Church-street, Pendaren, March 4th, 1887, says: Dear Sir,—I have been suffering for years from Bron- chitis, and I have tried all kinds of medicine without relief, until I was induced to try your Quinine Bitters. I find your medicine agrees with me splendidly, and I sincerely thank you for your great discovery. Again:-For nearly five years I have suffered from various complaints, such as Bronchitis, Typhoid Fever, Inflammation of the lungs, Cold in the kidneys, &c., and as a result every nerve in my body has been weakened. Though I had recourse to Doctors, and to numerous advertised remedies I have found nothing so effectual as your Quinine Bitters, which I therefore believe to be the Best Tonic Remedy ever discovered, is part of a grateful letter from Mr Holland Williams, 7, Tanyrfoel, Bethesda, North Wales. Above all, see that you get the right article with the name Gwilym Evans' Quinine Bitters on Stamp, Label, and Bottle, without which none is genuine. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and the wonderful virtues and unparalleled success of this Great Natural Remedy have caused many to try to imitate them, though without success. "Qninine Bitters still hold their place and reputa. tion as The Best Tonic Preparation ever discovered. Refuse all imitations, and insist upon having nothing but Gwilym Evans' Quinine Bitters. Prices 2s 9d, double size 4s 6d. Cases of three large bottles 12s 6d. Sold by all Chemists and Vendors of Patent Medicines in the Kinclgdom. Should any difficulty be found in procuring it, write to the Proprietor, who will forward it atgabove prices, free per return parcels post, to any address. Agents in all parts of the world. Equally suited for all climates. PROPtilfTOR- Mr GWILYM EVANS, PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMIST, LLANELLY, SOUTH WALES.
- CALVINISTIC METHODIST MONTHLY…
CALVINISTIC METHODIST MONTHLY MEETING. The monthly meeting of the Calvinistic Methodists of North Cardiganshire was held in this town during the first three days of this week. All the meetings were held at Shiloh Chapel. As Aberystwyth is a central place and convenient in every way for the assembling of the members of the monthly meeting, the January conferences are generally numerously attended, and this year a greater number than usual of ministers and elders had come together. The greater part of Monday and Tuesday was devoted to the various committees, and a great deal of the work done was of a private character. On Monday, at 3.30 in the afternoon, and again at 6.30, the commit- tee of the county fund met together, under the presi- dency of Mr J. T. Morgan, J.P., Maesnewydd. On Tuesday morning, at ten, under the presidency of the Rev. LI. Edwards, M.A., and the Rev. T. J. Morgan, hon. sec., the minutes of the last monthly meeting held at Rhydfendigaid, were confirmed. It was re- solved that permission be granted to Mr J. J. Morgan, Ysbytty, Mr Evans, Rhydfendigaid. and Mr John Lewis, Bethel, ta visit the various chapels in their respective districts, on probation, as candidates for the ministry. The report was brought from Libauus chapel, Borth, that Mr Abraham Lewis had been duly elected to serve as elder and deacon at the above ch tpel. Tha report was brought from Cwm- ystwyth that the church there had chosen the Rev. Morgan Pow< 11 as their pastor. Both reports were confirmed. The Rev. D. Morgan, Penllwyn, and Mr Thomas James, Llwj niorwerth, were appointed to go to Biaenrheidol to assist the ohnrch there in the election of elders. The Rev. W. Morgan and Mr D. Edwards to go to Taliesin the Rev. David Evans, Talyb mt, and Mr James, Tynrhos, to go to Dolybont on a similar mission. It was resolved that the Rev. Thomas Levied Mr R. J. Dades, J.P., wrtmawr, should go to Poiitrhydfendigaid to assist in bringing about the union of the two separate districts of Rhydfendigaid and Swydiffyncn. A circular was read from the Rev. Josiah Thonm, M.A.. Liverpoel, calling the attention of young ministers and preachers to Patagonia as a noble fiel 1 of lab ur and a splendid sphere for their energies in the cause of Christianity. It was resolved that the statist.os bi printed this year as has been u- ual in past years that an address founded on these statistics be pri ted along with them and that a discussion on ti en take plaoe at the first monthly meeting after th ir publication. Some other resolu ions of a mora private character were also passed before the morning session closed. At two o'clock the elders and ttie ministers met apart. At these meetings questions affecting their respective duties and work were discussed. After about an hour and a half of deliberations, they re- oined. A receipt for .£187 0s. lid., being the amount the foreign mission treasurer had received from Mr E. Jones-Williams, the local treasurer, was produced. Attention was drawn to the loss the mission on the Cassia Hills had sustained through the death of Mrs. Jones, the wife of the Rev. Pengwern Jones, one of the missionaries, who had only very recently gone over to the Hills. It was resolved to send a vote of condolence to Mr Jones. The churches whose places of worship were not insured in the Connexional Trust, were pressed to do so, at as early a date as possible. Mr Bebb and Mt Evan Richards, Pen- uwch, braught in their report. These gentlemen had looked over the accounts of the Shiloh chapel, and bore high testimony to the efficient and orderly way in which the chapel books were kewt. The finances are in a satisfactory condition the collections during the past year show, with a few exceptions, an in Irease on those of the preceding year. The mumper of church members is about 430. A number of elections by ballot took place, with the following results :— Statistical secretary, the R, v. W. Morgan examiner of candidates for the m nistry, Rev. LI. Edwards, M.A.; representative member on the committee of Trevecca College, Mr R. Richards, B.A., in the place of Mr R. J. Davies, Cwrtmawr. Arrangements were wade for appointing the representatives to the several associations of the coming year. It was re- solved tc send a circular to the churches asking if they are desirous that the preachers who have passed the connexional synodical examination should become candidates for ordination. The report of the county fund committee was presented by the Rev. J. Bowen. It showed that the collections made during the past year amounted to about .£168, which was a considerable increase on that of the preceding year. Various sums were voted to the weaker churches to enable them to secure pastoral superintendence and Sunday ministration. Mr Bowen has worked hard on behalf of this fund, and has been a most efficient and painstaking secretary. He was thanked for his past eminent s rvices, and was re-elected secretary. It was decided to print and publish, in the usual man- ner, the minutes of the monthly meeting. The report of the examiners appointed to examine candidates for 'he ministry was read. It was announced that Mr W. Jenkin Jones, Pengarn, had satisfactorily passed the exau ina.tion. Mr Jones was therefore admitted member of the monthly meeting. The attention of members was called to the loss sustained by the death of the late Alderman Philip Williams, and a vote of sympathy was passed, with seveial brethren who are suffering from ill-health and the infirmities of age. It was announced that the next monthly meeting is to be held at Capel Scion, on February 22. The public services commenced on Tuesday even- ing at !-even. The special preachers were the Rev. John Williams, Brynsiencyn, one of the most popular of rising young preachers in the principality, and the Rev. Evan Jones, Carnarvon, late editor of the Genedl." On Wednesday at 10, there was a united church meeting; and at 2 and 6 the above-named gentlemen again preached. The sermons were much appreciated by most crowded congregations.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF WALES.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF WALES. Mr D. T. Griffiths, student of this college, has been elected this week to an exhibition for mathematics, of .£50 per annum, tenable for two years, at Jesus College, Oxford.
COLWYKT^
COLWYKT^ On Monday, the 9th inst., a great gloom was cast over this quiet and peaceful spot by the death of the Rev J. D. Jones, who had been the vicar of this parish for the last 22 years. When the sad news of his departure, which had for some time been expected, issued forth from the tower of the parish church in the mournful tone of the death bell, everybody seemed to feel the great loss they had sustained in their loving departed friend. Apart from his ministerial office, he was a justice of the peace for the county of Carnarvon, and a member of the School Hoard. During the 22 years of his ministry at Colwyn he had been instrumental in beautifying the parish church, in building a vicarage house, in adding to the schools, and he had only just washed his hands from mortar and brick in the completion of the parish room, which is spacious and very useful for Sunday school and other purposes, before he was called away to render an account of his stewardship. His loss will be deeply felt by all classes, among" whom he was very much beloved and respected. The poor especially have lost in him a generous friend. During his illness the sympathy and anxiety for his recovery was most conspicuous on the part of Dissenters as well as his own flock. The rev. gentleman was born and brought up at Tregaron, was educated at St. David's College, Lam- peter, was ordained deacon and priest in the year 1857, and was appointed vicar of Old Colwyn in 1866, previous to which he successfully served the curacies of Festiniog, Bala, Nanerch and Rhyl. On Thursday morning, the 12th inst., at 6.30, a short service was read at the door by the Rev T. H. Vaughan, curate, and the mortal remains were eon- veyed to the station, and from thence to Norwood cemetery, London, to be buried by the side of his wife, whom he survived only ten months. Among the chief mourners were Mrs Davies, Liverpool, sister of the deceased, her son and daughter, Rev W. Jones, vicar of Llanusa, and Rev D. Evans, vicar of Abergele. On Friday, at twelve o'clock, the bell of the parish church rung the funeral hour at which time he was lowered to his long home to await the blast of the last trumpet. During the day of the funeral the place which he had made to himself in the heart of the villagers was plainly seen, in the blinds being drawn in almost every window in the village. Heddwch i'w lwch.
METEOROLOGICAL REGISTER. I
METEOROLOGICAL REGISTER. Att. Dry. Wet Date. Bar. Ther. Bulb. Bulb Max. Min.Rain. Wind. in. deg. deg.deg. deg. deg. in. Jaii 30-700 52 36 35'5 44 35 — E.S.E. 12 30-658 47 32 32 38 30-5 -01 S.S.E. 13 30-716 45 33 33 36 31 — E S.E. 14 30-650 45 32 31'5 39 31 — S.E. 15 30-570 47 38"5 36"5 42 32 — E.N.E. 16 30-508 46 34 31"5 39 32"5 — E. 17 30-492 46 35 32*5 36 32 — S.E. Average Max. temperature in shade for week 39*1 Minimum „ 32 Total Rainfall „ ".01 inch D. REES DAVIES, M.B., Medical Officer of Health.
SHIPPING.
SHIPPING. AKBIVED.—January 12th, Countess of Lisbnrne, s.s., Jones, Liverpool; 17th, Countess of Lisburne, s.s., Jones, Bristol. SAILED.—January 14th, Countess of Lisburne, s.s., Jones, Bristol; Heather Bell, dandy, Jones, Mochras; Ystwyth, schooner, Thomas, Newport 18th, Countess of Lisbnrne, s.s., Joaes, Liverpool.
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