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AN EXPENSIVE AND WEARISOME FARCE. THE Bishop of ST. DAVID'S is one of the land- owners of Cardiganshire who, in compliance with the orders of that unique body, the Aberystwyth Rural Sanitary Authority, have been putting some of their cottages into better sanitary condi- tion by removing earth from behind them. The INSPECTOR OF NUISANCES, who is almost as pecu- liar as a landowner in his notions of the sort of house a labourer ought to live in, reported to the Authority on Monday last that owing to the thaw he bad consented to have the earth replaced behind the cottages to prevent an accident. After about six years' effort the earth is removed from behind some hovels which ought to have been made habitable during the first twelve months of the Board's existence. No sooner is the work com- pleted that it is discovered the earth must be replaced in order to prevent an accident." These houses, it was feared, would not stand a thaw The Inspector saw nothing ludicrous in what he had done, but rather seemed to feel that by his sagacity and forethought he had perhaps prevented an accident like that at Penparke some time ago, where a mud hovel fell upon an old man and killed him in bed. The members of the Sanitary Authority listened to the forehanded precaution of their officer in respectful and ad- miring silence, and appear not to have suspected how completely the replacement of that earth stultified them. It seemed to the other owners of mud cottages a perfectly reasonable and no- cessary precaution that the Inspector hai taken, and it is somewhat surprising they did not signify tbeir approbation of his conduct by according to him a vote of thanks. The report on Taliesin read at the meeting substantially confirms the MEDICAL OFFICER'S report presented some time ago, and shows that after six years' expenditure on a staff of officials Taliesin is very little better than it was at the start. The landowners' hounds are far better housed than his labourers, but then a hound would cost a sovereign or so to replace,and a labourer can be replaced for nothing. Kennels and stables and sties must be kept clean and comfortable, because they shelter animals worth money, but cottages can be left until they are rendered dangerous by a thaw, for the simple reason that the poor are worth nothing at all. When agricultural labourers realize their position and betake themselves to the United States and the Colonies, where they are, at any rate, worth as much as a hog or a hound, landowners will begin to see the propriety of pulling down mud cottages that will not stand even the test of a thaw At present the labourer is looked upon as a living nuisance, with a strong tendency to kill game which is intended for sale to retail dealers as soon as it has fattened on tenants, crops. His only hope is emigration—persistent emigration, until he has become as scarce as decent cottages, good landlords, leases, or any other scarce and valuable thing. It is the fashion to pretend that the occupants of damp mud hovels, that will only stand when supported by earth at the back, are happier than they would be in dry comfortable houses. They are repre- sented as enjoying misery and revelling in squalor, 0 so that it would be positive cruelty to them to better their condition. This is cant of the very worst sort. The labourer is a docile, stolid, and patient animal, but the Board School will, sooner or later, teach him that the den he now lives in means consumption, rheumatism, and premature death, and that there are such places as Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The members of the Aberystwyth Rural Sanitary Board are help- less and hopeless. Mr. LOXDALE, at his own cost, supplied Llanilar with water. Sir PRYSE PRYSE not long ago supplied PEnrhyncoch. now he has supplied Bow Street. But what has the Sanitary Authority done ? Nothing. There are houses all over the district unfit for human habitation, but they are allowed to be occupied because they are better than living under a hedge "—a Cardiganshire hedge. When 0 9 the medical officer of a Sanitary Board says there are scores of houses in the district unfit for habi- tation, and the INSPECTOR defends them because they are a little better than living under a hedge, is It worth while to go on spending the rates in Paying officials ? Would it not be more credit- able for the landowners and farmers to remain at home than to spend their time in aimless talk that never even by accident ends in anything of the slightest advantage to anybody. If the Local Groverament Board feel justified in repaying a moiety of the salaries paid at Aberystwyth they are satisfied with very small results indeed. Local Government Board Inspectors have a good deal of work, but Mr. BIRCHAM, who attended the mee ing of the Aberystwyth Rural Sanitary u Y a Inonth ago, would confer a great boon upon this district if he would make such representations in London as would put a speedy end to the dismal farce which has been acted Once a month for the last six years at Aberyst- )yjth. Tho landowners simply will not condemn eir own property as unfit for human habitation, It is ridiculous to keep up an expensive system ° officials and to hold meetings once a month srely to remove manure heaps in spring hxch are replaced in autumn. The un- ^"lstactory condition of Cardiganshire is ^e to the fact that tho country gentlemen do not iriy fulfil those duties which devolve upon them owners of the soil. There is no possible way eyading the fact that the dens and hovels of ofaraiganshire are tenant3d because the owners Property, with one or two exceptions, will either build cottages, sell freehold sites, nor pant building leases. How eager the people are p build i-? seen at Bow Street, where Sir PKYSE ^YSE grants small building plots on very favour- a"le terms. There are landowners who, feeling the Responsibility of owning mud hovels, have leased kem for long terms of years, or sold them out ad out. This is one way of fulfilling the duties of landowners, but whether it is a creditable way not, the -public must judge. It is sometimes SQ.ld that landowners may be excused for not building cottages on their estates, but thsre can be no excuse for not granting building sites in convenient places. Besides, look at the farm houses. How many of them are unfit for habita- tion ? There are scores of farm houses of which the owners have every reason to be ashamed-- houses which a Rural Sanitary Authority worthy of the name would have condemned years ago. Dilapidated houses might be put up with, and a Rural Sanitary Authority that discharged its duty faithfully might be tolerated, but a body that seems to exist only to spend the rates and to obstruct reform must be swept out of the way as soon as possible. A Board.that merely spends money and talks, can well be dispensed with iu these by no means prosperous times.
LOCAL AND DISTRICT NOTES.…
LOCAL AND DISTRICT NOTES. The district of the North Cardiganshire Agricultural Society has been divided into six sub-districts, in order that subscriptions may be more thoroughly collected, and that a wider interest in the prosperity of thegSociety may be created. The Machynlleth section of the next show will probably be a feature of great interest. The com- mittee appointed for that district will probably bring exhibits that will carry off some of the;prizes. Dr. EDWARD JONES, in hisj report to thelBarmouth Local Board on Friday last, says that a death-rate of 17 per 1,000 is very favourable." In small places under 5,OOC inhabitants, a death-rate of 17 per 1,000 is far from very favourable," and it is to be regretted that medical officers do not say so. Dr. JONES'S report is an apology for the inactivity of a Board that ought long ago to have overcome the difficulties in the way of sanitary reform. Nothing was done last year to improve the breed of horses in Cardiganshire, and it is to be feared that nothing will be done this. "Next" year always presents itself as the time when an effort,.should be made, but unfor- tunately next year never_comes. Last year the effort was to be made next. This year it is still next year that something has to be done. To-morrow, and to-morrow, and to-morrow, creeps in this petty pace from day to day, to the last syllable of recorded time." The charm of this delay is difficult to find, .and good reasons for it, of course, do not exist. Mr. VAUGHAN DAVIES wants a guarantee fund of about 2150 from a few gentlemen, and he will then take all the trouble upon himself of obtaining a horse. This means that if fifteen county gentlemen will guarantee B10 teach, a first-class horse will be pro. cured. The guarantors may not be called uponito pay more than £1, perhaps not that, but this is what Mr. VAUGHAN DAVIES wants, and he cannot get it. He will himself take one-fifteenth of the risk, but the other four- teen shares are so great a work that it is felt to be moie than the landlords of Cardiganshire will be equal to until next year. There are at least half-a-dozen landlords in Cardiganshire each of whom ought to buy..a horse such as Mr. VAUGHAN DAVIES wants to hire at a possible loss of 250 or 260. Let us hope that before next week fifteen gentlemen will have sent their names to Mr. VAUGHAN DAVIES guaranteeing 210 each, so that he may at once bring into the county a really first-class stallion. A hundred and fifty pounds is, after all, not such a very large sum for the landlords of North Cardigan- shire to raise if they will only seriously set themselves to work. More than six times the amount has frequently been raised by labourers and small farmers to build chapels. If gentlemen interested in their estates will only boldly make the experiment, they will find that giving money is not so painful and unremunerative a process after all. Since the fire at the premises of Mr. JOHN JONES, Commerce House, Aberystwyth, the Town Council have held two meetings, and have said nothing about the absence of water on the morning of the fire. This is an improvement. After former fires, the members talked a good deal about the desirability of making {better pro- vision against fire. However stupid it may be to leave Aberystwyth in its present unprotected state, the Council deserve whatever credit may be gleaned from not pre- tending to care whether the place is burnt down or not. If premises, stock, and furniture were insured, and only members of the Town Council were in danger of bein burnt to death, the ratepayers might hear the alarm of fire without any greater mental disturbance than is manifested by their highly intelligent and ever watchful representatives. -)I. The dangerous and indecent practice of allowing servant girls to stand on the window sills' in the upper storeys of houses to clean the glass outside ought to be discontinued. A girl narrowly escaped losing her life at Aberdovey last week. It Is astonishing the girls will go outside; it is disgraceful their employers will allow them to go; and it is strange the public sense of decency does not protest against the practice. The subject is one that cannot be written about in detail. it Work is scarce all over the district, and labourers are suffering great hardships. A correspondent asks whether landowners in Wales could not offer work on their estates at low wages-road making, draining, &c. It is question- able whether in thinlypopulated districts any large scheme could be carried out. The men who can afford to do so are leaving the country for the colonies. It is to be feared that some landlords 'in Wales would not try to improve their property if they could get the labour for nothing. They do not realize that improvement is necessary. One of the most interesting annual gatherings in Cardi- ganshire is the St. DAVID'S commemoration dinner held at St. David's College, Lampeter, on the 1st of March. This year, owing to the death of the Principal, it has been decided that the commemoration shall be of a more private nature than usual. The Rev. LEWIS PRICE, of Llandilo, will preach the sermon, and the guests will consist simply of past and present students. Before an- other year comes round it is to be hoped the College will have commenced a career of extended.usefulness. Church- men have never realized how great a debt they owe to St. David's. The time has corae when the old students should see if they cannot rouse .their congregations to make an effort on its behalf. The system of not collecting poor rates continues.' Aber- ystwyth School Board have at last refused to accept paltry instalments of a few pounds, and are really going to put a mandamus in force; the Town Library has received no money for nine or ten months, and the committee are without funds to piy the bills, and there is no money in the bank to pay the paupers their relief. The crisis is evidently coming, but the end will not be yet awhile. The stone pier at Aberystwyth is said to have stood the winter better than ever. A meeting is to be called to consider what shall be done at the end of March. It would be a good thing if it were resolved that some permanent work should be done. If only a few yards were solidly built every year, the time might come when the pier could be extended. One thing the committee ought to do is to obtain a steam crane. -;I- Mr. J. HUGHES JONES, at the last meeting of the Towyn Local Board, complained of the careless ways bills were passed, pointed out the remedy, but, as is far too often the case at these Boards, moved no resolution. In a few months somebody else will make the same complaint, and again nothing will be done. At the last meeting of the Aberystwyth Town Council two of the members indulged freely in offensive personal re- marks. The MAYOR seems to have been powerless to check the refractory spirits. The whole body is degraded by these unseemly outbursts, which savour more of the bar parlour than of a Council Chamber. The lower por- tion of the public may take pleasure in knowing that two of their representatives have stultified themselves but public business is not benefited by personal squabbles. It is the MAYOR'S duty sternly to repress disorder that would disgrace two drunken labourers; but as long as members are allowed to address each other and to shout each other down, the MAYOR will be powerless. It is a most extra- ordinary fact that men who have not so far learnt to manage themselves as to be able to abstain from rude speech, imagine that they are qualified to manage the affairs of towns. The mistake is as old, if not older, than the time of ancient) Greece. It is a sad thing when mem- of public bodies call each other names that a respectable newspaper is not able to reproduce.
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At n meeting of the Fellows of the Royal College of Physicians held in London on Tuesday, a committee was appointed to investigate the subject of the steps it was desirable to take in view of the threatened invasion of the plague, and to represent to the Government that their proposal to send a single individual to Russia was a great mistake. The subject was one of such importance, and the field of investigation so extended, that the College could not hold itself responsible for the results of mission composed only of one individual. The appoint- ment of a Royal Commission is proposed. There Beems to be no danger that the plague will extend to this In addressing a meeting held in London on Wednesday, in connection with the Society for the Extension of University teaching, Mr. Gladstone said there could be no possible doubt as to the necessity for increased educational facilities being given to the large number of persons coming between the artisan class and the higher members of the middle class. Prince Leopold and Lord Aberdare were amongst the speakers. The Grand Duke Nicholas, son of the Grand Duke ConstaLtine, of Russia, has been exiled to Orenburg upon the ground of his having published a pamphlet in favour of the speedy construction of an Orenburg-Tashkend rail- way, via Kara Turgall and the Sir Daria river. The avowed object of this railway was to force England to abandon her resistance to Russia's Eastern policy. General Todleben has ordered the fortress of Widdin to be destroyed. In consequence of military disturbances which took place on Tuesday at Cairo, Nubar Pacha and the Minister of War have resigned. It is said that the Khedive in- sists upoiilappoiuting a Ministry of his own choice. It is said that Mr Balfour's Burials Bill, had it gone to a division on Wednesday, would .have been carried, and Mr. Osborne Morgan will withdraw his Bill, and again proceed by way of resolution. A public meeting was held in London on Monday in support of a local movement for the relief of the sufferers by the failure of the West of England and South Wales District Bank. Mr. H. S. Northcote, a son ef the Chan- cellor, presided, and amongst the speakers were the Earl of Devon, the Bishop of Exeter, and Mr. Arthur Mills, M.P. General Peel was buried in Twickenham Cemetery on Wednesday. Amongst those present were Prince Christian, Colonel Maude representing her Majesty), Prince Bethyany, and Earl Granville.
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LOCAL AND DISTRICT. MR. HOLLAND, M.P.—We learn that Mr. Holland, M.P. for Merionethshire, took a very severe cold towards the end of last week, and has been seriously ill this week. His medical attendant is sure that he will not be able to leave home for London for more than a week yet. Lord Penrhyn left Penrhyn Castle on Tuesday, Feb. 18, fur Mortimer House, London. PETITIONS FOR LIQUIDATION.—Daniel Thomas, Clyn- garw, Llanfihangelararth, Carmarthenshire, farmer and cari ier Mary Morgan, Tregaron, Cardiganshire, widow and innkeeper. PARLIAMENTARY PETITIONS.—By Mr. Cross, from the Board of Guardians of the Cardigan Union against the repeal of the 23rd section of the Divided Parishes and Poor Law Amendment Act, 1876. THE DENBIGH, RUTHIN, AND CORWEN RAILWAY.—The Bill for vesting in the London and North Western Rail- way, the undertaking of the Denbigh, Ruthin, and Corwen Railway Company, and for other purposes, was read a first time in the House of Commons on Wednesday, and ordered to be referred to the Examiners of Petitions for Private Bills. BRECON AND MERTHYR RAILWAY (61 miles open).- Traffic Statement for the week ending Feburary 16 1879. Passengers, parcels, &c., 2183 14s. 7d. goods and live stock, k:967 19s. 4d.; total, 21,151 13s. lid.; £ 18 17s. 7d. per mile per week. Corresponding week last year-(61 miles open): Passengers, parcels, &c., £ 178 14s. 3d.; goods and live stock, £ 827 17s. 4d.; total, £ 1,006 lis." 7d. £16 10s. Od. per mile per week.—Increase for this week, B145 2s. 4d. Aggregate for 7 weeks, 1879, B7.739 lis 10d.; Aggregate for 7 weeks, 1878, 27,418 16s. 2d. In- crease for 7 weeks, £ 320 15s. 8d. RAILWAY INTELLIGENCE.—The directors of the London and North-western Railway Company report that the gross receipts of the past half-year were t4,847,628 a decrease of 228,345 on the corresponding half of 1877. This decrease was due entirely to goods, which fell off £ 43,950, the passenger traffic showing an increase of 215,605, although the number of passengers carried was 138,188 less. The falling off in merchandise and minerals was 544,228 tons. Owing to the net reduction in the traffic receipts and to the fact that the charges for interest and dividend have increased by an amount not stated, the dividend on the ordinary stock has been reduced by 1 per cent. as compared with the corresponding half-year.—The directors of the Van Railway, out of 2777 available after all the expenses incidental to the past half-year had been met, propose a dividend at the rate of 4 per cent., leaving B377 to be carried forward. MR. OSBORNE MORGAN, M.P.—Such contradictory statements regarding the accident which befel Mr. Osborne Morgan, last week have been put in circulation that we may as well state what actually occurred. He was passing under the Duke of Wellington's statue, when his mare, a very spirited animal and a recent purchase, suddenly took fright and bolted down Constitution-hill, through the Mall, into the narrow foot passage leading into Trafalgar- square, guarded by iron bars, between and under which there was just room for a horse and rider, by crouching down in the saddle, to pass without being dashed to pieces. The mare got to Trafalgar-square, and was making for the strand, when, by a violent pull of the reins, the rider managed to throw her down at the bottom of St. Martin's-lane, and so saved his own life and probably those of other people. A more providential escape pro- bably never occurred. Mr. Morgan sustained only a few very slight bruises.
HUNTING APPOINTMENTS.
HUNTING APPOINTMENTS. [WEATHER PERMITTING.] "v"V" Mr. VAUGHAN PRYSE'S HARRIERS will meet on Saturday, February 22 Blaenbarre At 10-30. Tuesday, February 25 Coedlanau-fawr Breakfast. At 10. COL. PRYSE'S HOUNDS will meet on Friday, February 21 .Crosswood At 10. The RADNORSHIRE HARRIERS will meet on Saturday, February 22 Dolfallen At 10-15. The TANAT SIDE HARRIERS will meet on Friday, February 21 Leigh Tuesday, February 25 Woodhill Kennels Friday, February 28 New Bridge, Pentreheylin At 11. The MARQUESS OF LONDONDERRY'S HARRIERS will meet on Friday, February 21 Darowen Village Monday, February 24 CefngwydtLSrug At 10. The CARNARVON HARRIERS will meet on Friday, February 21 Groeslon At 11-30. The NORTH MONTGOMERY HARRIERS will meet on Saturday, February 22 Bryngwyn Turning Wednesday, February 26 .Bethel Saturday, March 1 Pontscadarn At 11. The FLINTSHIRE HARRIERS will meet on Saturday, February 22 .Padeswood At 11. SIR W. W. WYNN'S HOUNDS will meet on Saturday, February 22 Iscoed Monday, February 24 Fernhil Tuesday, February 25 Broughton Thursday, February 27 Penylan Saturday, March 1 Whitcliurch Station At 10-C0. The UNITED PACK will meet o. -Lry 22 Saturday, Febra.Horderley At 10-30. The FLINT AND DENBIGH HOUNDS will meet on Saturday, February 22 PwLtewvn At 10.30 J
SHIPPING.
SHIPPING. Week ending Feb. 19, 1879. BARMOUTH. Sailed.- LAlary and Ellen, Evans, Aberdeen. Loading. -I argaret and Jane, Griffiths, for East Coast. MOCLRAS. Sailed.Eliz.ab,tl, Richards, Roberts, Portmadoc.
TIDE TABLE FOR ABERYSTWYTH,…
TIDE TABLE FOR ABERYSTWYTH, ABERDOVEY, AND BARMOUTH. Feb. 'Aberystwyth. Aberdovey. Barmouth. a.m. p.m. a.m. p.m. a.m. p.m. Fri.21 7 41 7 58 8 10 8 27 7 50 8 7 Sat.22 8 14 8 29 8 43 8 58 8 23 8 38 Sun.23 8 45 9 0 9 14 9 29 8 54 9 9 Mon.24 9 16 9 30 9 45 9 59 9 25 9 39 Tues.27 9 45 9 59 10 14 10 28 9 54 10 8 Wed.26 10 13 10 28 10 42 10 57 10 22 io 37 Thuv.25 10 42 10 56 11 11 11 25 10 51 u 5
LLANGOLLEN.
LLANGOLLEN. DROWNED IN THE CANAL.—On Saturday, February 15, an old man named Morris Jones, of Garth Trevor, came to Llangollen to receive his pension from the Oddfellows Club. As he did not reach his home that night his family became alarmed, and after considerable search, his body was found in the canal near the Sun Inn, Trevor, about noon on Sunday. It appears that deceased had called at the Sun, Trevor on his way home, where he had been served with two glasses of beer. In leaving the house he followed the road until he came to the main road leading from Llangollen to Ruabon. This he seems to have crossed to the other side, and there being no wall at this point between the road and the canal, the old man dropped down a height of seven or eight feet, on the rails below, from which he had in the darkness groped into the canal. Some importance is attached to this enquiry from the fact that some years ago a child, having fallen into the canal at the same spot, a presentment was made by the jury that a wall and gate should be placed there. This was done by the Canal Company, but from some cause or other this protection has, about two years ago, been removed. POPULAR ENTERTAINMENT.—The sixth of the series of meetings which are being held this season for the benefit of the Volunteer Fire Brigade, was held in the Assembly Room, on Friday evening, Feb. 7th, and was very largely attended. Miss Jones, of Denbigh, gave a number of songs in capital style, and quite delighted the audience by her powerful voice and artistic singing. The programme also comprised a pianoforte duet by Miss Jennie Davies and Master F. Dodd, cornet solo by Mr. E. Edwards, pianoforte solo by Miss Fell, vocal duet by the Misses Fell, songs by Messrs. R. M. Hughes and M. Lloyd, part songs by Messrs. Clarke, Richard Jones, and M. H. Roberts; recitation by Mr. R. Ninnis, &e. This meeting was the best of the series.
LLANARMON-DYFFRYN-CEIRIOG.I
LLANARMON-DYFFRYN-CEIRIOG. THE TOWER.-On the 30th Jan. a large number of children were invited to the Tower and treated to an ex- cellent tea. After tea they were taken to a beautiful Christmas Tree, from which a quantity of beautiful pre- sents were distributed. After singing several tunes and expressing their thanks by a hearty hurrah, the little ones returned to their homes, highly pleased with Mrs. Beard's great kindness. The following evening Mr. Beard gave an excellent dinner at the West Arms, to the tenants and friends on the Llanarmon estate. After dinner the following toasts were given and drunk with en- thusiasm :-the landlord, Mr. Cornwallis West, the Lord- Lieutenant of the county of Denbigh, and the estate agent, Mr. John Evans, cf Oswestry. and afterwards Mr. and Mrs. Beard and family, and Mr. Jones, the gamekeeper. Mr. and Mrs. Beard have gained the esteem of the neigh- bourhood by their uniform kindness and readiness to support every good cause that is brought under their notice.
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AN INTERESTING COMMERCIAL FACT. Notwithstand- ing the great depression of trade during the last twelve months, at the Christmas half-yearly stock-taking, the Messrs. Dicks' found that that the previous six months had been one of the most prosperous seasons they ever had. To give an idea of the ramifications of their business, and the enormous trade this firm must do, it may be stated that they have so many shops all over England, Ire- land, Scotland, Wales, andthe Channel Isles, that if they were all put together they would make a town twice the size of Lampeter, one as large as Machynlleth and Dol- gelley, larger than Barmouth, and about half the size of Aberystwyth. Customers when buying boots and shoes at any of Dicks' branch shops in the above mentioned places are buying their boots at actually the largest boot and shoe shop, or in fact shop of any sort, in the world. There is hardly a town in Britain where Dick's shops are not to be found, and wherever the name is seen, if you want a pair of boots you may have every confidence there you will get genuine value for your money.
LLANYCHAIARN.
LLANYCHAIARN. SCHOOL BOARD.-At the last meeting of the Llanych- aiarn School Board—present, Mr. Vaughan Davies (chair- man) Mr. John Jenkins, Mr. Edward Lloyd, and Mr. David Jones, clerk—the Chairman remarked that he was glad to learn that the aruouut required by the School Board towards meeting the deficiency ot the school fuucl for the half year ended 25th March, was equal to a rate o1 2fd. only in the pound on the half year, and not lOd. in the pound as stated by an anonymous correspondent in a newspaper. He understood that the rates in the other districts in the Aberystwyth Union were much higher The Board, he was pleased to be able to say, always studied economy, and did not wish to incur unnecessary expense. The Clerk and the Master were authorized, on behalf of the- Board, to sign the Child's School Book.— The Clerk was directed to write a letter to eaoh of the parents who are in arrear with school fees, and in default of payment to take proceedings in the County Court for the recovery of the fees. The school registers showed that the average attendance for the school year ended 31st Jan., 1879, was 124, against 119 in the corresponding period last year. The total amount of school fees for the year was stated to be £ 7G 3s. 8d.—The Chairman, re- ferring to the attendance of children, said the school was making very rapid progress.
1 TOWYN.
TOWYN. LOCAL BOARD, TIICKSDAY, FEll. Present: Mr. W. Parry, in the chair, Messrs. J. Hughes Jones, J. Williams, J. Roberts, chemist, Henry Jones, John Daniel, Evan Newell, W. R. Davies, clerk, P. H. Hughes, surveyor, and Owen Williams, inspector. Bills.—.Mr. J. Hughes Jones complained of the way in which bills were passed. He stated that members of the Board now merely glanced at the bills, and then signed them. He thought that the bills should be examined by a Finance Committee.- The Clerk remarked that, as an official of the Board, he might say that no one would be more pleased than the officials if a Finance Committee were appointed. Deputation from Bryncrug.—The Rev. E. Evans, Mr. David Humphreys, and Mr. William Ritchard, attended the Board as a deputation from Bryncrug respecting the alteration to the road near the Wesleyan Chapel.—The Rev. E. Evans said he had written a letter to -Mr. Wynne, saying that he understood that Mr. Wynne wished to have the rock near the Wesleyan Chapel cut down two feet lower, which would injure the chapel, and make it inconvenient for old people to go into the chapel. The rev. gentleman asked Mr. Wynne to grant three feet of land at the back for any future enlargement of the chapel. Mr. Wynne replied that the matter was in the hands of the Local Board. He could not agree that the property would be injured by the alteration, as a ffight of steps would be far better and safer for old people than the slippery rock. He did not quite understand upon what terms the land was wanted, whether by purchase or gift. The rev. gentleman added that the Wesleyans complained that the road wis rather narrow, and that each step was too high for aged people to go up.—The Surveyor said that the rise in each step wae 7i inches and the mortar.—The Rev. E. Evans said the Wesleyans wanted an entrance to the chapel at the side.—Mr. Newell remarked that the Board could not make it, as they would be encroaching on some waste land. He had no doubt, however, but that it would be an improvement.—The Clerk, in answer to a question, said he apprehended that the Board would not make themselves ridiculous by again filling up the road. -.Nir. Newell believed that Mr. Wynne's letter ought to have been answered by the Wesleyans, as he wanted to know whether they wanted the land as a gift or by purchase. He had no doubt but that if Mr. Wynne was properly approached he would give the land, considering the circumstances of the case. —The Chairman stated that Mr. Wynne had given more land than that for chapels.—Mr. W. Richard, a member of the de- putation, stated that it was now difficult to take coffins in the chapel when any of the congregation died and were buried by the Wesleyaiis.-The Clerk, after a few remarks had been made, said the Wesleyans would iind themselves very much mistaken if they went to law. It seemed that'the Wesleyans did not know what they wanted. At one time the Board was told that the Wesleyans wanted a side entrance to the chapel, at another that they wanted land at the back of the chapel, and next that they wanted the road tilled up. He suggested that the Wesleyans should call a meeting of the trustees, and he and several mem- bers of the Board could attend that meeting.—The Board adopted the suggestion. Medical Officer s Report.—Mr. J. Ft. Jones, the medical officer, presented tue following report:-The number of deaths from all causes in the parish of Towyn during the year was 69. Accord- ing to the census of 1871 the population was 3,300, and estimating the increase since then to be 3,350, shows the death rate to be 19-9 per thousand. Number of births was 82, 40 males and 42 females. 2a deaths were registered over 60, IS of whom were over 70, owing, I believe, to the late severe weather having a fatal effect upon the old people. Ten died from consumption, a higher percentage than last year; most of the other deaths arose from bronchitis, heart disease, and one case of puerperal fever, which occurred at a farm called Glanymort'a, by Bryncrug, another died, it was alleged, from neglect, was duly registered, and brought before the authorities and thoroughly investigated. No deaths had resulted from scarlatina or measles, and, I may add, great praisekis due to the inspector, who, at the slightest symptoms, used every precaution in the way of isolation and disinfectants, also in providing sanitary conveniences generally, and looking closely after them in order to have them kept clean. I am glad to be able to inform the Board that the pigsty near the Talyllyn Railway Station, of which I have frequently com- plained, is now kept in proper order. I visited, according to your instructions, the will at Pennal, and suggested some repairs, which he carried out satisfactorily. I also visited during the year a schoolroom at Aberdovey, which was overcrowded, and "made several suggestions, which had been attended to, and the result, I am glad to say, have been satisfactory. Returning Ojjiccr.—The Clerk stated that Messrs. J. Webster, the chairman, John Roberts, Tyddynberllan, Adam Hunt, and Edwin Jones, retired by rotation this year. Mr. W. Parry was appointed returning officer. As to the vacancy caused by the resignation of Mr. J. Lloyd Tamberlaine, on the suggestion of the Clerk it was agreed to apply to the Local Government Board for power to fill up the vacancy by the Board. It was thought advisable to elect a member for Aberdovey in Mr. Tamberlaine's place. The Common.—Mr. Roberts, chemist, brought before the Board the question of the preservation of Towyn Common.— The Clerk replied that the Board had nothing to do it, but that it was vested in the churchwardens and overseers. The inhabi- tants had a voice in vestry. —The Clerk, who is also clerk to the vestry, was requested to mention the subject at the next meeting of the inhabitants. Surveyor's Report.—Mr. Price Hughes presented a report for the past month as follows: -Some of the trustees of the Wesleyan Chapel at Bryncrug having expressed dissatisfaction with the alterations made to the load at the village, I, with the intention of avoiding any unpleasantness, took the liberty of asking some of the members of this Board to meet the trustees on the spot, with the view of ascertaining their opinion on the matter, and Messrs. Parry, Newell, Daniel, and Roberts, met some of the trustees on the 21st January. After examining the work done, it was agreed that a deputation, consisting of the Rev. E. Evans, superintendent minister of the circuit, and some of the trustees should attend a meeting of your Board. I have had notices put up.on the Towyn Couimon, as ordered at your last meeting, and am glad to say that no sand has been, to my knowledge, removed therefrom since. The breach in the quay wall in front of the Terrace, at Aberdovey, has not been repaired. The solicitors to the estate have written to say that it shall be attended to at once. A considerable landslip took place on the mountain road above Rhydyronen, which has been repaired. The rough stones are being taken out of the Gwyddeltynydd road and replaced by properly broken metal, of good quality. The part of this road between Cilcemines farm house, and the lodge at the entrance to the new road leading to Peniarth, is being repaired. The roads generally, consequent on the heavy being rain falling simultaneously with the thaw, are in bad condition, but are, however, being attended to. The new gates for the Aberdovey reservoir are being made, and will be put up in a short time. Several parties in Aberdovey have told me that they have been prevented from complying with the notices to put rain troughs to the eaves of their houses by the late severe weather, and that they will proceed with the work at once. Inspector's Report.—Mr. Owen Williams, the inspector of nuis- ances, presented a report to the following effect :-Gentlemen,- As follows is the result of my inspection during the past month. Rhydyronen- Several houses at this place, belonging to the Rev. D. Davies, Llandulas, are reported for want of privy acco- modation, that defect has now been removed, the necessary conveniences having been supplied. Pontfathew—There is an immei)se,lieap of manure, belonging to Ellis Williams, close tothe-i-oadside, and also in proximity to several dwelling houses, to the occupiers of which, and also to passers-by, it is un- doubtedly a nuisance, I, therefore, ordered the removal of the manure without delay. Tai-y-pandy-I served notices on Nir. J. Silvester, Sandilands, on accountof defects in houses at this place, of which he is the owner. I likewise served notice on the Rev. Shadrack Pryce, Carmarthen, for defective accommodation in connection with T,j,.i%vews and Brynerwest, two farm houses belonging to Mr. Pryce. Towyn— A large manure heap, belonging to Thomas Roberts, carrier, behind the houses occupied by Henry Lloyd and Jon is Jones, referred to in a previous report, has been removed. Vicarage-lane—Some houses at this place had their privies out of order. In compliance with my order they have been made satisfactory. Bank-buildings—Complaints were made that there was a strong and an offensive effluvium at the back of Richard Davies's house. I found on inspecting the place, that the drain connected with the privy was choked. I told the occupier, and also the owner, that the drain must be cleared without delay, which has since been done. High-stroet-A" practice prevails here of depositing ashes, and all kinds of ret use by the side of the la-Re, which rnns behind the houses of this street. This lane is much frequented. I cautioned the occu- piers of the houses in the immediate neighbourhood of the spot where the nuisance exists, viz., Mrs. Price, David Davies, and Mr. Isaac Thomas, that the practice must be discontinued. I also ordered the heap that had been allowed to accumulate there to be removed. Aberdovey, Bryadovey-road-Ttie drain connected with the privy belonging to the houses occupied by Avarina Jones and John Jones was choked, and thus caused a great nuisance. I ordered it to be cleared, and the nuisance has since been abated.
LLANDDEWIBREFI.
LLANDDEWIBREFI. INQUEST.—An inquest was held on Thursday, Feb. 13, at Pantyrhedin, before the coroner, Dr. John Rowlands, on the body of Catherine, the wife of John Jones, Panty- rhedin, who was found dead in bed at her residence at ten o'clock on the morning of February 11. The jury re- turned a verdict of Death from natural causes."
PENRHYNDEUDRAETH.
PENRHYNDEUDRAETH. PETTY SESSIONS, THURSDAY, FEB. 13.-Before John Jones and A. Osmond Williams, Esqs. Assault. -Will iaiii Jones v. William Hughes and Samuel Jones.—Complainant said that on the 5th February he was in the Offeren Vaults, Festiniog, and refused to take some drink given by one of the defendants. When he went out he met the defendants, and they talked together. Wm. Hughes then struck him heavily with his fist, and was urged by Samuel Jones to fight him. Afterwards Samuel Jones came up and took off his coat, and kicked him, and the three had a scuffle, during which he was struck by them many times. lie had had some drink, but was sober. Defendants were drunk when they went into the Offeren Vaults, but had more drink.-In cross-examina- tion, complainant said he took off his coat after Samuel Jones had done so.—P.C. John George stated that he heard a disturbance, and on going to the place saw the complainant and the two defendants, who all separated on hearing him coming.—The defendants were each fined Is., and costs, Game Case.—Lord Harlech v. Evan Williams and John Grifliths.-Defendants were charged with taking a rabbit in a warren belonging to Lord Harlech.—George Downes, a keeper to Lord Harlech, stated that on the 4th of Feb., about 6.50 a.m., he was on a sandjbank on Mary Lewis's Morfa, at Llandanwg, and about three or four yards from the warren fence. He saw the defendant John Griffiths climbing up the fence about 50 yards off, and Evan Wil- liams followed him over. They got over from the inside. He ran to them, and they stopped. He asked them in English what they had, and Evan Williams pulled a rab- bit and some snares out of his pocket.—Richard Davies. who was with the last witness, gave corroborative evi- dence, and the defendants were each fined 5s., and costs. Drank and Riotous.—P.C. Evan Jones v. Edward Pugh. —Complainant stated that about 10.15 p.m. on the 25th Jan. he saw defendant drunk at Festiniog, and abusing a woman and creating a disturbance.—Fined 10s., and costs. BOARD OF GUARDIANS, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17.— Present: Mr. John Jones, chairman, Mr. \V. E. Morris, vice-chairman, Messrs. David Williams, John Edwards, John Vaughan, John Roberts, Morris Jones, Richard Roberts, Robert .Tones, E. M. Roberts, Hugh Owen, Morgan Jones, William Jones, John Parry, Griffith Grit'ith, Evan Griffith, H. R. Thomas, and David Rowlands. The Case of Evan Jones.-A letter from the Local Government Board, calling attention to the case of Evan Jones, an inmate of the workhouse, was read, it having been stated in the annual return of lunatics that he was at times dangerous toothers. The Local Government Board enquired in their letter what steps the Guardians were taking to remove him to an asylum and the Clerk was directed to reply that the boy was subject to fits, and was only inclined to be violent a little whilst in those fits, and also to state that the medical officer had been consulted, and he considered it unnecessary to have the boy re- m°Outdoor Relief.—The Treasurer's report showed that during the past fortnight the following outdoor relief had been granted :-Treinadoe, 293 9s. 2d. Festinfog. tll7 16s. L-lanfrothen, JE19 ns. 4d. Llanfihangelytraethau je79 16s. 4d.; total, JB310 16s. lOJ., as compared with I 2296 15s. 6d. in corresponding period last year.
RURAL SANITARY AUTHORITY.
RURAL SANITARY AUTHORITY. Penmorfa Drainage.—Mr. H. R. Thomas, of the Pen- morfa Parochial Committee, repoltol that the drain lately j n course of construction in the village had now been completed. Ta'sarnau Drainage.-The draft contract proposed to be entered into with Mr. S. P. Owen for drainage work at Talsarnau were submitted to the meeting, and referred for the consideration of the Parochial Committee of Talsaruau.
PORTMADOC.
PORTMADOC. TREMADOC FAIR.—The annual Cand'emas fair was held in Tremadoc on Wednesday, Feb. 19. There was a good attendance of drovers and others, and nearly all the horned cattle changed hands though at low prices. There was but a small show of horses, few of which were sold. PORTMADOC DEBATING SOCIETY.-Tlie usual meeting of this Society took place on Monday, Feb. 17. Mr. Thos. J ones, president, in the chair. The subject for discussion was Oug-ht the Welsh lanaruaere to be preserved as a spoken language ? Mr. O. Williams read a paper in the affirmative, and was followed by Mr. Wheeler, who read a paper prepared by Mr. A. Bromwich (who was unavoid- ably absent) in the negative. Amongst those who took part in the discussion were Dr. Jones-Morris, Mr. Mul- queen, Mr. J. Jones-Morris, Mr. Thomas Roberts, and others. On a division being taken there were 22 ayes against 6 noes. PETTY SESSIOFS, FRIDAY, FEB. 14.-Before G. H. Owen and John Jones, Esqrs. Excise Offence.—J. 1T. Mulqueen v. Morris Lewis.— Defendant was charged with having a cart marked licensed hawker," he not at the time having a licence.— He admitted the offence, and was fined J62 10s., and costs, with a recommendation that the fine be reduced to £ 1. Drunkenness. P.C. Thomas Williams v. William Thomas Williams.—Defendant was discharged on payment of costs. Alleged Malicious Damage. —Hugh Jones v. John Jones.—Complainant, who is a shoemaker, residing at Tremadoc, stated that on Saturday morning last he found his workshop, situate behind the Ship Inn, Portmadoc, open, and children damaging his goods, and that defend- ant, who is servant to Mr. Griffith, to whom the loft oc- cupied by him as a workshop belonged, admitted having opened the door.—Case dismissed. Assaitlt.-William Corbet v. Sarah Owen.—Complain- ant stated that on the 11th February defendant came to his house at Tremadoc, and had a dispute with and as- saulted his sister, and also kicked him.—After the Bench had heard the defendant, the case was dismissed.
LLANSILIN.
LLANSILIN. COURSING MEETINGS.—This -annual coursing meeting came off, through the kind permission of Sir W. W. Wynn, Bart., on the Llangedwyn estate on Thursday, Feb. 6. The weather being very unfavourable, owing to the hard frost, the sportsmen and beaters were not so numerous as usual. Mr. Oseland, Sir Watkin's game- keeper, was in attendance. Several hares were captured, and excellent courses were witnessed. In the evening the party returned to the Wynnstay Arms, where an excellent dinner was provided by Mr. and Mrs. Moreton, presided over by Mr. Davies, Priddbwll, and amongst the company were several of the leading farmers of the neighbourhood. Sir Watkin's health was warmly proposed and drunk with enthusiasm. Several songs were sung, and the company enjoyed themselves until the closing hour.— Another coursing meeting was held, through the kind permission of Sir Watkin, on the same estate on Friday, Feb. 14, when the weather was more favourable, owing to the giving way of the frost, but the mist was very heavy on the grounds. A large number of people started from the village, under the direction of Mr. Oseland, and wended their way to Craig Gorllwyd, Wernlas, and over through the Golfa, where hares were found in abundance, and there were several excellent courses. Many hares were captured. The party returned in the forenoon to the Hand Inn, where a sumptuous dinner was provided by Mr. and Mrs. Hughes, and about seventy farmers and tradesmen of the neighbourhood sat down to it. Mr. Evans, Tyuchaf, and Mr. T. Swift Moreton, Wynnstay Arms, presided. Several toasts were proposed and heartily received. The company enjoyed themselves until a late hour, and several songs were sung at intervals during the evening.
LLANFYLLIN.
LLANFYLLIN. MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENTS.—A very interesting enter- tainment was given at the Town Hall by the children of the National Schools, assisted by members of the church choir and other friends on Tuesday evening, Feb. 11th. All the arrangements were ably carried out by Mr. J. Newton Brooks, schoolmaster, and Miss Lyddiart. A great many of the pieces were redemanded, but at the special request of the Rector none of the encores were complied with, except Johnny Livesey's singing of Nancy Lee." The children sang remarkably well, and were well received each time. At the conclusion the Rev. Canon Williams proposed a vote of thanks to all those who assisted in making the entertainment so successful, especially to Miss J. Vaughan Pugh for her able assistance in presiding at the pianoforte, which was received with acclamation. The following are the names of those who took part in the entertainment :-The Children of the School, the Choir, Misses Vaughan Pugh and Edwardes, Mr. Newton Brooks, Miss A. Lloyd, Misses M. Lloyd and A. Wright, Miss Menlove, Miss Ida Reeve, Miss Davies, Emma Williams, Johnny Livesey, M. Lloyd, Miss S. J. Carlton, Mr. F. Brooks, L Ryle, S. H. Deam, S. Livesey, D, Jones, Miss C. Roberts, Dr. Edwardes, Mr. H. Ryle, John H. Deam, and Miss A. Lloyd. The proceeds were to be applied for the purchase of coals for the poor.
LLANDRINIO.
LLANDRINIO. SCHOOL INSPECTION.—This school was examined in December last by H.M. Inspector, the Rev. R. Temple and Mr. Hughes. The report recently received from the Education Department is as follows :—" The children continue to be in excellent order, and the instruction throughout all the standards deserves very high praise. The infants are not as good as they wei e last year. The handwriting and paper work generally are unexcelled inmy district. The elder scholars show great intelligence. The singing and needlework are good." "J. H. Pugh and W. H. Ind are recognized as stipendiary, monitors for the current year. Article 70 (i)." Allen Jones, having made above 350 attendances yearly for the two past years, has had his school fees paid by the Education Department, and also received a scholar's honorary certificate. This should act as an inducement to parents to send their children regularly to school, as all scholars may obtain the same by fulfilling the required conditions. At the religious examin- ation by the Rev. E. Owen, the school received the mark of excellent." This is the highest mark attainable, and has been held by this school for the two past years. Twentyscholars received certificates, and four a book prize from the Rev. E. B. Smith, rector, upon the recommenda- tion of the Inspector. William H. Ind gained the first prize for monitors at the annual examination of pupil teachers, monitors, and Sunday scholars for the Diocese of St. Asaph, held in June last. The following is the'report:— This school continues in its highest state of efficiency. It is altogether an excellent school.
WREXHAM.
WREXHAM. COUNTY PETTY SESSIONS, MONDAY, FEB. 17.— Before T. Ll. Fitz-hugb, Esq., in the chair, Captain Griffith Boscawen, and J. H. Ffoulkes, Esq. Assanlt.-George Chadwick charged George Challoner, both of Holt, with having assaulted him on January 23.— Complainant said the defendant came to the Golden Lion at nine in the evening and called witness out. After some conversation defendant hit him about the head.— Fined 2s. 6d., and 8s. 6d. costs. BOROUGH MAGISTRATES' COURT, MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17.-Before T. C. Jones, Esq., E. Williams, Esq., and A. W. Edwards, Esq. A Double Offence.-George Smith, Cutler's Entry, was charged by P.C. James with being drunk and disorderly in Charles-street, on Monday, February 10.—He was also charged by Mrs. Birch, landlady of the Elephant and Castle, with refusing to quit her house when requested. —Both offences were admitted, and one previous convic- tion was proved against the defendant.—Fined 10s. 6d., and costs, in each case, in default, fourteen days' im- prisonment in each case. Husband and Wife.-Elizabeth Phillips was summoned by her husband, Thomas Phillips, for an assault.—Com- plainant, who is a potter, said he wanted a separation from his wife, because his life was constantly in danger. He was told that the favour he asked was one that could only be granted at the request of his wife, who did not think proper to appear to the summons, in consequence of which a warrant was granted for her apprehension. D)-tink-enness.-Artliur Jones and Joseph Jones, of Rhosddu, were in custody, charged with being drunk and fighting, and otherwise disorderly in the street at half- past ten on Saturday night.—P.C. Carden said he Jwas struck several times by both of the defendants, while trying to separate them.—Fred. Edisbury, watchmaker, gave corroborative evidence as to the prisoner Arthur Jones striking the police.—Inspector Lindsay also gave corroborative evidence, adding that it took a strong force of police to take Arthur Jones to the police station.— Arthur Jones was fined 21s., and costs, in default twenty- one days' imprisonment, Joseph Jones was fined 10s. 6d., and costs, or in default fourteen days' imprisonment.— Edisbury, and another young man named Rowlands, were thanked by the Bench for assisting the police in this case, and awarded 2s. 6d. each.—William Williams, Bridge-street, was fined 10s. 6J., and costs, for being drunk and disorderly. P.C. Coibet being the informant. 0:> The Arrears of Collected Poor Rates.—Mr. Benson, High-street, applied that the summonses that had been issued a short time ago against himself and his brother overseer, Mr. Fraser, might be dismissed. He grounded his application on the fact that the money had been paid in accordance with the order made by that Court. The Chairman said as the money had been paid in, the over- seers had done all that had been required of them, so that there was nothing- to dismiss.
CEFN AND RHOSYMEDRE.
CEFN AND RHOSYMEDRE. THE RAILWAY ARCH.—Of late a number of idlers have made it a habit of congregating at nights beneath the Acrefair railway arch, and make themselves a regular nuisance to those who pass by. THE DEPRESSION OF TRADE.—Poverty seems to be much on the increase at Cefn, consequent upon the de- pressed state of trade. THE BODY OF AN INFANT DISCOVERED.—On Wednes- day afternoon, Feb. 12, a report was spread through the neighbourhood that a dead child had been found in the plantation on the right hand side of the turnpike road between Cefn Bychan and Newbridge. It appears that the children of a working man named Robert Edwards, together with some other children, were playing in the plantation, when one of them saw a brown paper parcel under a tree. They untied the parcel, and discovered a little human arm protruding from under some twill calico in which it was -.vra-pped.-Tlie children were naturally frightened, and immediately ran home to their mother, who at once informed P.C. Dobsou. It was found that a newly-born child had been concealed there. P.C. Dob- son took the child up to Dr. Grey for a medical examina- tion. No clue has yet been gained as to the parentage of the child. An inquest was held on Thursday morning at the Masons' Arms, before Mr. Thelwall. The jury having viewed the body, the inquest was adjourned to Monday, Feb. 24.
RHYDYCROESAU.
RHYDYCROESAU. THE NEW VICAR.-The Rev. R. Jones, B.A., vicar of St. John's, Pont Dolanog, Montgomeryshire, has been offered the living of Rhydycroesau by the Bishop of St. Asaph, rendered vacant by the instalation of Canon Williams to the Rectory of Culmington, near Ludlow, and has accepted it. Mr. Jones is a conscientious hard- working parish priest; and his labours, we are happy to sav, have been crowned with success at Dolanog. During his ministry of five years at Dolanog, both congregation and communicants have increased at the rate of fifty per cent. His loss, as an earnest preacher, sound adviser, and sincere friend, will, probably, be long felt by the Dolanog ueople He leaves Dolanog with tiie best wishes of all his parishioners. The removal from this neighbourhood of s. well-known a Celtic scholar as Canon Williams will also be regretted.
,RUABON.
RUABON. REVIVAL SSBVICIS—The Primitive Methodists of the village hàve during the past fortnight held revival ser- vices in their chapel—the first week being a week of prayer, and the second a week of preachifi". The ser- vices were well attended. 0 IRADE. Since the hard weather has left us, the brick, stone, and building trades here have been very brisk after being at a standstill for about ten weeks. The coal trade, however, is comparatively prostrated in consequence of the dock labourers' strike at Liverpool. The collieries of the neighbourhood in several instances are working less than half time.
Family Notices
BIRTHS. MARRIAGES. & DEATHS. No announcements of marriages are inserted without sufficient authentication, for want of which, announcements sent to us are sometimes omitted. A charge of Is. is made for the words 0 Cards." <bc., in marriages, and any addition to the simple record of deaths. BIRTHS. HAMER-Feb. lOth, at Queen's-rond, Aberystwyth, the wife of Air Edward Hamer, manager of the Manchester and Milford Kailway, of a daughter. PRICE-Feb. 7th, the wife of Mr. D. C. Price, Post-office, Cric- cietli, of a son. £ eb- 19th, r.t 50, Prince's-road, Liverpool, the wife of D. Roberts, of a son. MARRIAGES. -Fei). 18th, at St. Thomas's Church, Chanc9ry-lane, Loudon, by the Rev. J. H. Moral), E.A., Thos. George Clements, only SOn of Thomas Clements, Esq., J.P., of IVngston-on-Thames,to Jane Killin Jenkins, eldest daughter of lhomas Jenkins, Llanbadarn, Aberystwyth CHAMBERS — GRIFFITHS Feb, IS.h, at Northop Wesleyan Chapel, by the Hugh Hughes, Richard Edwin, son of the late Rev. J. R. Chambers, Wesleyan Minister, to Sarah Anne, daughter of Mr. David Griffith, Chvydfardr' DANIEL-MEREDITH -Feb. 10th, at the Register oifice, Aberyst- wyth, in the presence of the Registrar, Mr. D. H. Evans John D.uuel, miner, Ystumlyhen, to Alary Meredith, of the same 1 place. j wyth, in the presence of the Registrar, Mr. D. H. Evans, John D.uuel, miner, Ystumlyhen, to Alary Meredith, of the same 1 place. j ED-,VAI,L'S-H UG IlLs- Feb. 14th, at Dinas, by the Rev. David Williams, C.M., Machynlleth, brother-in-law of the oride, assisted by the Rev. Dd. Lloyd, Mr. Edwd. Edwards, Gwernol House, Abergynolwyn, to Miss M. Hughes, second'daughter of Hugh Hughes, Esq., Tyddyndu, Doigelley. ° JONES-DAYIES -Feb. 1: at the Register Office, Aberystwyth in the presence of the Registrar, Air. D. H, Evans, John Jones, miner, Eithyn Bach, Llanafan, to Alary Ann Davies, Pencwmllydau. WILLIA)IS-WILLLDlS Feb. 19th, at Bethania Calvinistic Methodist Chapel, Bontddu, near Dolgelley, by the Rev. John Davies, assisted by the Rev. Henry Morgan, Doigelley, Air. Edward Williams, formerly of Ty'nycelyu, Llanelltyd, to Alisa Anne Williams, formerly of Headieforion, Bontddu. DEATHS. -■^vV 1 lt ^e,b- nth, aged 32, at Hyeres, Var, France, Rice Owen Anwyl, Esq., of lirynygroes and Plascoch, Bala, North Wales. Feb. 12th, aged 11, Thomas, son of Air. Stephen Breeze, fanner, The Garth, near Llanidloes. BROAD—Feb. sth, aged 17 months, at 10, Nelson-street, Wrex- ham, W llham Henry, son of Wm. Broad. EVANs-Feb. 161h, aged 34, at Penparke, A4erystwyth, John Evans, tanner. EVANS-Feb. 17th, aged 29, at Great Darkgate-street, Aberyst- wyth, John Evans, clerk. Buxx—Feb. 16tb, aged 24, at the residence of her father, Regent- street, Wrexham, Emma Elizabeth, only daughter of Mr. Richard Bunn, builder. CARTWRIGHT-Feb, 8th, aged 68, at Queen-street, Cefn, Eliza- beth, widow of Air. James Cartwright, Ashton-under-Lyne. and sister of the Rev. W. Asbton, Barkly, Africa. CROSS Feb. 10th, aged 8 months, at 32, Market-street, Wrexham, Elizabeth, infant daughter of Henry and Sarah Cross. DAVIEs-Feb. 13th, aged 78, at his residence, Penffordd, Llan- wenog, Cardiganshire, Mr. John Davies, carrier. DAVIES-Feb. 10th, aged 56, at 11, Wellington-road, Wrexham. Elizabeth, wife of Wm. Davies. EDGAR Feb. ISth, at 1, Carlton Villas, Wrexham, Ellen, wife of Air. James Edgar, Postmaster of Wrexham, and only daughter of the late Mr. Robt. Hill, of 20, Holland Villas-road Kensington, London, W, EDWARDS—Feb. ]3th, aged 62, Alargaret, wife of Mr. John Ed- wards, mariner, Borth. ELI.Is-Feb. 1st, aged 57, Lettice, wife of the Rev. Arthur Ellis, Vicar of Llangwliiog, near Carnarvon. EVA.NS-Feb. 15th, aged 2, at Penparke, Aberystwyth, Hannah, daughter of Riclid. Evans, mariner. GRIFFITHS-Feb. 12th, Air. Evan Griffiths, Penralltnewydd, Llanwenog ,near Llanybyther. GRIFFITHS—Feb. 6th, aged 81, at Llansaintffraid, Mr. Thomas Griffiths. HAKCOCK-Jan. 30th, aged 58, Air. Edwd. Hancock, Adfa, Llan- wyddelan. HUMPHREYS—Feb. 15th, aged C9, at the residence of her daugh- ter, Airs. Bonner, Ladywell-street, Newtown, Ann, relict of Edwd Humphreys, Pentre, Aberhafesp. < JENKINS—Jan. 5tli, aged 71, at Wilkesbarre, Pa, America, Mr. David Jenkins, father of Messrs. W. D. Jenkins and D. Dyffrynog Jenkins, Calvinistic Alethodist preacher. JONEs-Feb. 8th, aged 88, at the home of her son, Mr. Hum- phreys Jones, Church-street, Llangollen, Elizabeth, widow of Mr. Thos. Jones, Bryn-y-Groes, Bachau, Llangollen. JONES—Feb. 14th, aged 4 months, at Llanbadarn Uchayndre. Margaret Elizabeth Jones, daughter of Elizabeth Jones, char- woman. J ONES—Feb. 12th, aged 63, at Air. Robt. Jones's, Queen-street, Mr. John Jones, miller, Llangollen. JONES-Feb. 4th, aged 55, Air. David Jones, of Vowelyd Farm, Criggion, Montgomeryshire. Jo.NEs-Feb. 15th, aged 81, at Bwlch, Llandysilio, Elizabeth, widow of Robert Jones. JONEs-Feb. 12th, aged 72, at his residence, the Van-view, the Rev. Richard Jones, late Independent minister, Llanidloes. JONEs-Feb. 13th, aged 77, Anne, wife of Mr. John Jones, Gyf- ylehaa, Cerris. JONEs-Jan. 27th, aged 4, Catherine, daughter of Mr. David Jones, Caemawr, Cilie Aeron. JONEs-Feb. Ist, aged 75, Anne Jones, widow of Air. Evan Jones. butcher, 11, Water-street, Aberaeron. JONEs-Feb. 2nd, aged 19, Alargaret Jones, seamstress, 8, North- road, Aberaeron. JONES—Feb. 11th, aged 74, Catherine, wife of John Jones, Pan- tyrhedin, Llandewi-breti. LowE-Feb. 3rd, aged 20 months, Sarah, youngest child of Mr. Wm. Lowe, schoolmaster, Llanafan. MORGAN— Feb. 4th, aged 77, the widow of John Morgan, seaman, Convoy House, Llansantffread. RICHARDS—Feb. 9th, the Rev. John Richards, B.A., curate of Beaumaris, formerly of Doigelley. ROBERTS—Feb. 10th, aged 8 months, Noel Pickering, infant son of Mr. Robert Roberts, stationmaster, Great Western Rail- way, Dolgelley. ROBERTS—Feb. 17th, aged 15 months, Elizabeth, daughter of Wm. Roberts, sailor, Penllyn, Ynyseynhaiaim. ROWLANDS—Feb. 8th, aged 66, Jane, wife of Mr. John Row- lands, blacksmith, Pwllcam, Alanledd, near Llanidloes. ROWLANDS—Feb. 14th, aged 66, Eleanor, wife of John Rowlands, Ffosddu, Penuwch, Llangeitho. THOMAS—Feb. 6th, the infant child of Mr. Hugh Thomas, stone- » cutter, Chalybeate-terrace, Aberystwyth. VAUGHAN—Feb. 9th, aged 73, at Brynwiel, Crescent-terrace, Wrexham, Airs. Eleanor Vaughan, relict of John Vaughan. brewer. WILLIAMS—Feb. 12th, Mr. David Williams, Pendref, Llanfyllin. WOODzN-Feb. 15th, aged 13, Jane, daughter of Mr. Thomas Woodin, Union-street, Newtown, WORTHINGTON—Feb. 16th, aged 68, Winifred, wife of Mr. Thos. Worthington, Tanyrallt, Llanidloes. WILLIAms-Feb. 14th, aged 29, Ed. Williams, blacksmith, Corn- hill, Portmadoc.
. BRISTOL CORN MARKET, THURSDAY.
"V' By Press Association Telegram. BRISTOL CORN MARKET, THURSDAY. English wheat, a small-supply, and a shilling dearer also foreign supply with fair trade. Barley, threepence dearer. Maize and oats quiet, and prices unaltered.
BIRMINGHAM CORN MARKET, THURSDAY.
BIRMINGHAM CORN MARKET, THURSDAY. There was a fair supply of English wheat at this day's, market, but it was mostly of inferior quality. More money was asked by sellers, but millers declined to give any advance. Foreign wheat was a turn in favour of the sellers; and in some cases was 6d. to Is. per quarter dearer. Barley very dull. No alteration in beans or peas.
BRISTOL CATTLE MARKET, THURSDAY.
BRISTOL CATTLE MARKET, THURSDAY. Very full supply of beef, difficult to sell at 68s. per cwt. for best, and 62s. to 65s. inferior. Mutton very short and quickly sold at 92d. per lb. for best wethers, and gd. for ewes. Moderate supply of milch cows and dull sale. Store cattle short but little doing. 600 pigs. Bacon pigs 9s. 6J., and porkers, 10s. to 10s. 6d. per score.
THE ZUL U WAR.
THE ZUL U WAR. A BRITISH SUCCESS. A second edition of the Daily News contains special telegrams from the Cape, dated Jan. 29. Colonel Wood engaged the enemy successfully on the 24th. Zulu force, about 4,000, fled. Rorke's Drift engagement was most brilliant. Enemy's loss stated at 800 to 900. Colonel Pearson has again been attacked. Another telegram states that Colonel Wood has fallen back. Action at Rorke's Drift proved a splendid affair. A barricade hastily thrown up was attacked by 3,000 Zulus. They got inside the barricade six simes, and were driven out at bayonets' point. The attacking force withdrew at dawn. Lord Chelmsford's column were then seen approaching; 351 dead Zulus were counted near en- trenchment. The Zulus fought with infuriated zeal even coming to loopholes and seising the muzzles of the ,rifles. It is hoped that all the survivors will have the Victoria Cross, as this engagement undoubtedly saved Greytown and Helpmakaar. Confidence has been much restored by Colonel Wood's enha;ement. The Daily Telegraph's third edition contains Cape news brought by the Asiatic; to the same effect as already telegraphed by Reuter, Daily News, and Standard. The Telegraph's Pietermaritzburg telegram, however, says there is a strong feeling with regard to the cause of disaster at Isundula. It is positively stated that written orders were disobeyed in spite of protests from inferior officers; and if the force in camp had acted strictly on the defen- sive till the General returned, the campaign would pro- bably have been ended.
ARRIVAL OF THE DUNROBIN, CASTLE.
ARRIVAL OF THE DUNROBIN, CASTLE. The long looked for Donald Currie's steamer, the Dun- robin Castle, arrived off Plymouth Sound early on Thurs- day morning, having been detained by heavy weather. The papers which she brings gave full information of the British reverse in Zululand. The chief attack on the 21st was sustained by Durnford's forces, although Lord Chelmsford was also engaged some distance off. The English fought most valliantly, but were gradually sur- rounded and overpowered. The Cape press and public loudly call for Cetawayo's immediate punishment.
THE REPRESENTATION OF SOUTH…
THE REPRESENTATION OF SOUTH WARWICKSHIRE. Lord Yarmouth was, on Thursday, re-elected unopposed for South Warwickshire.
THE CITY OF GLASGOW BANK.
THE CITY OF GLASGOW BANK. The Press Association's Glasgow correspondent says that after payment of 6s. 8d. in the pound this month to the creditors of City of Glasgow Bank, the liquidators will prepare a balance-sheet, which is expected to be very favourable.
THE GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.
THE GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY. The Directors of the Great Western Railway will re- commend a dividend for the past half-year in the con- solidated ordinary stock of the Company at the rate of four per cent. per annum carrying over a balance of about
MRS. DYSON.
MRS. DYSON. Mrs. Dyson left Sheffield. for Liverpool en Thursday morning en route for America.
THE HADDINGTON BURGHS."
THE HADDINGTON BURGHS. Sir David Wedderburn (Liberal) and McDonald, L solicitor (Conservative), were nominated on inursday for the Haddington Burghs. t
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It has been a general complaint in_ Aberystwyth and f the neighbourhood, when purchasing: tin ware goods, that it was almost impossible to get them repaired. j convenience of the public, and his own benefit » M # Mr David Ellis, Ironmonger, opposite the Police Station, < Aberystwyth, has therefore engaged an experienced timnnn, £ who is now working on the premises, and doing all Jonas of repairs and new work. Some letters and paragraphs are unavoidably Afl held over.
RELIGION IN WALES.
giving place to new life. Sir TnoMAs PHILLIPS, Mr. A. J. JOHNES, and other writers began to lay bare the evils of the Church, and by slow degrees an interest was aroused in her welfare, and the more glaring evils were remedied. Revivals of religion have been of frequent oc- currence since the beginning of the present cen- ° ° tury, and additions to the members of churches have been counted by thousands yearly. Pro- gress has never halted, nor has it been confined to one sect or to one department of religious life. Churches and chapels have been built Sunday Schools have been established;. Colleges have been founded and endowed societies of diflerent kinds have beeu supported; and literature has been encouraged until Wales has become a coun- try where tha mean3 of religious instruction are widely diffused and appreciated. In 1823 the Calvinistic Methodists adopted a Confession of Faith and Rules of Discipline at Aberystwyth. The Rules of Discipline prepared by THOMAS CHARLES were first published in 1801. The Confession comprises forty-four articles which have never been revised since they were first adopted. 0 Notwithstanding temporary disagreements among prominent leaders of early Methodism, and in spite of difficulties of many other kinds, the his- tory of religion in Wales since 1735 is a story of continued progress, which is, perhaps, without a parallel in modern times. The great difference between the religious history of England and that of Wales is, that in England the reformation found the Church of Rome in possession of the country to a greater extent than was the case in Wales. The Act of Uniformity also stimulated the religious life of England, and caused religious truth to be taught steadily. This work has proceeded from then until now almost without interruption. In Wales- th9 Reformation had very few good effects, and the Act of Uniformity was certainly not the means of giving birth to a revival equal to the necessities of the country. The absence of the Bible in the Welsh language, until comparatively recent times, was a draw- back sufficient to account for more than all the difference in the religious condition of the two sections of the people. The greater cost of Welsh books was in itself a considerable draw- back.