The Cambrian

SWANSEA POLICE COURT. THURSDAY. [Before J. C. Fowler (Stipendiary). David Owen, Wm. Watklns, and John Lewis, Esqrs.] DISORDERLIES.—Mary Phillips, a widow, of 42, Wellin¡{ton-street, for ber first appearance un a charge of being drunk and disorderly, was fined 7s. 6d., or in default four days.—En.est Rayne was charged with a similar offence in High-street on the 9th inst. P.C. (71) Smith stated that when he took the defendant into enstody he got exceedingly violent, and kicked and bit like a madman. Fined 10s. or a week. AN OLD OFFENDER.—Catherine Sullivan, of ill-fame and no iixed abode, was charged with disorderly conduct and with wilfully breaking four panes of glass in the bar window of the Cardiif Arms Dublic-house, Strand, doing damage to the amount of 10s. 6d.—The charges were proven, and Inspector Davies stated that the defendant had been convicted 73 times previunsly.-Bbe was sent to gaol for a month. ALLEGED THEFT BY A BAKER.—Edward Gormond, baker, of 3j- Mariner-street, was charged with stealing the sum of 10s. by means of a trick from Wm. Teague, landlord of the Marram Stores. The defendant was remanded until Tuesday next. JUVENILE DELINQUENTS.—David John Erickson, Baptist-court and Dd. Griffiths, also of Baptist-court, aged 15 and 13 respectively, were summoned for steal- ing on the 2sith ultimo, a quantity of patent fuel, value Is., the property of tbe Graigola Merthyr Co., Ltd. Dock Constable Taylor deposed to catching the boys in the act of picking up the luel in tbe Company's yard and putting it into sacks. Mr. Morgan Roberts, manager to tbe Company, also gave evidence, and defendants, who admitted the offence, were given some good advice by the learned Stipendiary and fined 5s. each or 3 days. CRUELTY TO ANIMALS.—Cornelius Crowlev, 8, Ham- ilton-street, Landore, was charged with cruelty to a donkey by working it in an unfit state.—Inspector Harry Styan, of the S.F.C.A., stated that the donkey was so lame that it could hardly walk, and when witness examined it, he found thû fetlock joint sprained and much swollen.—P.C. Rosser corroborated. The Bench after examining the donkey, outside the court, di8missd the case, observing tbat the animal was no alright, and cautioning defendant to be more careful about tne shoes in future. Edwin Lewis, 18, Calland- street, charged with a similar offence wi-h respect to a horse, was fined 10s. and costs or seven days. AN OFFENCE AGAINST THE COMMUNITY.—Esther Hancock, married, 20, Ysgol-street, was summoned for using abusive language to Sophia Seymour, also of Ysgol-street. The stipendiary said tbe language usd was not only disgraceful, but an offence against the community, which had sadly become too common. Defendant would be lined 15s. and costs or 7 days.

ROUND THE WORLD ON A BICYCLE.—A large number of people were disappointed last evening- to learn that the lecture which Mr. Foster Frazer was to have delivered at the Albert Hall was postponed. It was not until 5 o'clock yesterday that the committee of the Y.M.C.A. were acquainted with the fact that Mr. Frazer is seriously ill, and consequently the only course open to them was a postponement. Everyone must hope for the speedy recovery of the plucky and versatile adventurer, so that he may be able to deliver his lecture in the town.

SWANSEA BOARD OF GUARDIANS. UNIFICATION OF PARISHES. A meeting of the Guardians was held on Thurs- day at the Workhouse under the presidency of Dr. uomer Lewis. PresentMrs. C. H. Perkins, Mrs. Harris, Mrs. M. E. Williams, Mrs. H. W. Paton, Revs. Alban Davies and Father Phillipson, Messrs. F. H. Glynn Price, S. Thomas, David Uwen, J. Harvev David Jenkins, LI. Davies, W. J Davies J Edwards, J. Richards, E. Williams, H. G Solomon, J. D.HarrisJDevonald, J. Williams, — Williams (Wern), Griffith Davies, J. W. John- ston, Leyshon Andrews, W. R. Morgan. Philip Jenkins, W. Clement, John Thomas, W.H. Mill E. Auckland, J. M. Leeder, J. Lewis, — Sims. FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT. In submitting the report of the Finance Com- mittee Mr. Mill said that accounts amounting to £1,812 6s. had been passed. Arrears of last call were shown as follows Swansea Cockett, £165; Clase Urban, £413, and Swansea Town, £500. The Clerk was recommended to write to the parishes namod, requesting payment. Attention was drawn by the Committee to the large amount of excusals of rates to persons living in good class houses. It was pointed out that the landlords were receiving rents for these houses, but no taxes were contributed. The Guardians, of course, had no voice in the matter, as the duty devolved entirely upon the overseers of recommending excusals from payment. The sum of £1,184 15s. lid. was recommended for payment for county rates, and Mr. Mill thought he Guardians should be supplied occasionally with particulars of this expenditure. Having remarked that he feared the poor rate would be a heavy one, Mr. Mill said that £1,631 6s. for the maintenance of lunatics was charged direct to the poor rates. Another large ite m of the borough rate which was charged to the poor rates was £3,028 12s., payable to the Harbour Trust for freeing the bridge tolls. With referenoe to the question of the unification of parishes, Mr. Mill said that some members of the Swansea County Council were desirous of collecting the poor rates, appointing their collectors and assistant overseers, also of determining from what source compensation should be paid to existing officers who might be affected by the scheme. He held that the opinion of the ratepayers outside the town and franchise should be taken as to whether they were diI- satisfied with the present system. There were in England and Wales about 650 unions, and about 300 boroughs. Each union contained a large number of parishes. The parish had for centuries—some said 1200—been the unit of sub-division for the purpose of civil and ecclesiastical government, the parish being subservient to the union, the union to the county, and the county to the country. Now out of the 650 unions unions, and 300 boroughs, less than a dozen had—and those probably through the greater influence of the councils—adopted the scheme now propounded for Swansea. The plea that the local Council could collect the poor-rates with their present staff was pre- posterous. If the poor-rate collectors had made such an assertion as that in reference to the collection of urban rates they would have been laughed at. With regard to the argument "look at Bristol! look at Cardiff his reply was "look at Swansea!" They should enquire on the spot, and if it could be found that the scheme would benefit Swansea, then let them go in for it. He thought it purely sentiment. He had reason to believe that the chief evidence which would be adduced at the forthcoming election would be prepared by the Municipal Officers Society, but he did not say necessarily for Swansea. Municipal officers would benefit by the scheme. This same Municipal Uincers oociety met in London last week for the purpose of pushing forward their scheme for superannuation in Parliament. If passed this would mean that every municipal officer would be pensioned at two-thirds of his salary. He re- ferred to that to show that it would not be wise to accept evidence prepared by interested per- sons because figures may be made to prove any- thing. Mr. LI. Davies thanked Mr. Mill for his elaborate report. Mr. Griffith Davies said that the way in which the excuses were given at the court was a farce. He was surprised to see it. Mr. David Owen said the magistrates had nothing to gain or lose but the overseers who were town councillors, eipecially if there was an election pending, had got something to gain. It was a rotten system. Mr. J. M. Leeder proposed that Mr. Mill and the Clerk (Mr. Haynes) wait upon the authorities for the purpose of discussing the unification question. Mr. Mill opposed the proposition. Mr. H. G. Solomon seconded. In doing so he said the Corporation were determined to go on with their scheme, and they (the Guardians) were determined to fight them. They should not, however, stand on their dignity if there was a way to save the ratepayers money, which object, he held, would be affected by the proposition of Mr. Leeder. Some of the members haying left the room, the Chairman remarked that important discussions continually arose at the end of the meeting and the members always left the room. Mr. Leeder: I question whether we don't do a great deal more work then. (Laughter.) The Chairman I believe you are right, Mr. Leeder. After some further discussion Mr. Griff Davies moved that the old committee who ha.d gone into the,matter before be re-appointed to go into the question with the Corporation. Mr. Leeder said he was perfectly satisfied with this and the proposition was carried. CLOAKS FOR THE COTTAGE HOMES CHILDREN. A discussion arose with regard to a statement as to the provision ot cloaks for the Cottage Homes children included in the report of Committee re tenders tor drapery, some of the members holding the matter should be referred back to Committee. Mrs. C. H. Perkins spoke strongly of the necessity oi providing the children with cloaks, and eventually it was decided that the cloaks should be provided at onMe H. G. Solomon moved That the Rev. J. Gomer Lewis, D.D., and Mr. John arvey, appointed by the Guardians on the 27th instant to be their representatives on the Poor Law Unions Association, be appointed as the representatives of the Guardians of this Union, to attend the meeting of the said Association to be held on the 16th November next, in London, and that their expenses attending that meeting be paid and charged to the common fund of this Union." The Rev. Alban Davies seconded. Mr. Stephen Thomas thought one was enough to represent them at the meeting. Was not their worthy chairman the Moses who laid down the law surely he wanted no Aaron He was not a I' small man with a thin voice, he was a lion. (Laughter). Mr. Solomon said be moved that Mr. Harvey should also represent them, as he attended at every committee and ordinary meeting, and his experience would be valuable. An amendment was carried, and the Vice- Chairman (Mr.Glvnn Price) formally moved that their Chairman (Dr. Gomer Lewis) represent the Guardians, which was carried. It was decided to petition the Local Government Board with respect to the necessity that exists for the provision of proper accommodation being made, jointly with tne other Poor Law Unions of Glamorganshire, for sane epileptics, and also for schools for (non-epileptic) idiot and weak-minded children. INCREASE OF SALARY. The motion previously brought forward for in- creases of salary to the master and matron by £10. was defeated, the Board desiring to defer the matter for six months. This was all the business of public interest.

A JOHN S. BROWN, GENERAL and FURNISHING B Jf IEONMONGEE, Iff OX FO RI).ST., WI SWANSEA. /rty F0R PRICES g SEE WINDOWS LARGEST SELECTION. J.\ -6- JOHN S. BROWN.

) ———————— = SOUTH WALES STOCK AND SHARE MARKET. SUPPLIED BY MESSRS. THACKERAY AND CO.. STOCK AND SHARE BROKERS. CARDIFF. November 10, 1898. RAILS.—An unsettled feeling still continues to prevail politically andlour local rail market has not shown much animation during the week; quotations have not, however, varied very materially. In Barry's there has I not been much moving. Undivided is unchanged, Preferred a shade easier, the Deferred have also drooped slightly, closing about Õ below last week. CardiB Vrefened a quiet market, .fort Talbots are inactive and unchanged. In Rhondda and Swansea Bays the ordinary hove been rather offered. A fair amount of business has however taken Dlace in the Preference Share and Debenture Stock. Rhymneys have continued without special teature and the quotations of the various classes are practically unaltered. The four per cent Preference and Debenture Stocks are in request. Tldf Vaifs are firm and have been dealt in to a fair extent, the Debenture Stock has also changed hands in fair parcels. Preference rather offered. A quiet tone has prevailed in Vale of Glamorgans. BANKS.—Business in this section has been of a restricted character. London and Provincials and Lloyds are fractionally better. COLLIBRIES.dcarcely any enquiry has existed for Ordinary; Preference have been in moderate demand, and a few Cambrians have changed hands. Debentures of the leading companies coutinue iu request, but scarce. IRO^.—An idle market. MISCELLANEOUS.—Dry Docks have again been-fairly active, and business recorded in Butes, Mordey Car ney dM paid, Cardiff Junctions. The enquiry for Milling Shares has eased off somewhat, but a little better demand has existed for Spillers Nephews Biscuit Shares, which are about 6 better. RAILWAYS. Paid Prices Stock Barry Undivided 100 260 265 „ Do. 4 p.c. Preferred Ord. 100 11 123 Do. Deferred Ordinary.. 100 139 142 „ Cardiff 4 p.c. Prefd, Ordy. 100 112 113 10 Port Talbot Rly. & Docks 10 9 9i 10 Bhoudda and Swansea Bay 10 41 41 Stock Khymuey Undivided 100 259 262 „ Do Preferred 100 119 121 „ no Deferred 100 143 146 „ Taff Vale Divided Stock 100 7aj 74t FJIEFIGRBXTIAL. Stock Alex. Dock & Rly. 41 A Prf. 100 124 126 Do B Pref 100 110 112 II Barry ily. 5 p.c. 1st Pref. 100 166 167 Do. Cousold. 4 p.c. 100 133 135 Brecon & Mer. 1st Pref. 18(51 100 83 88 Do. 2nd Prof. 1862 100 45 5. „ Cambrian, No. 1,4 p.c. 100 67 72 „ Do. Ho. 2.4 p.c. 100 au 33 10 Port Talbot 4 p.o. A 64 6i 10 Kbou. Jt Bwau. Bay 6 p.c. 10 10^ 11 £ Stock Khymuey 4 p.c. Consold. 100 130 134 Tall Vale 4 p.c. Consol'l IU0 130 135 HAIL WAY AiiD Ol'HKK DJiBEtfTUKES. Stock Alex. Dock & Ky. 4 p.c. 100 124 126 xd „ Barry Railway 3 p.c. 100 103 105 » Brecon .t Merthyr A 4 p.c. lllO 122 124 „ Do B 4 p.c. 100 108 no „ Cardiff Railways 3 p.c. 100 100 102 „ Cambriau A 4 p.c. 100 132 134 „ Do B 4 p.c 100 128 130 Do C 4 p.c. 100 11 1:t0 Do D 4 p.c. non cum 100 105 101 II Great Western 4 p.c. do 100 144 147 OJ Midland 24 per cent. 100 M 95 Mid-Wales A 4 £ per cent. 100 132 135 Neath aud Brecou 1st 100 126 h8 II „ A1 100 115 118 A 2 100 63 68 Rhon. & Swan. By 4 p.c. loo 127 Ut9 „ Ubyinuey 4 per cent. 100 141 143 „ Tatt Vale 3 per cent. 100 104 107 BANKS. 10 London and Provincial 6 21 2lt SO Aletrop. (of Lug. & %Vales) 6 1ai 13t GAS. 25 Swansea 7j per cent. 25 43 45 25 Do 7 pei cent. 25 40 42 OOAL AND lltOW. 10 Albion Steam Colliery 10 11 Hi- 10 Cambrian Col'ry 6 p.c. Pref, 10 10j 10# 100 » It 4 £ p.c. Deb. 100 103 105 10 D. Davis and Sous. Ltd. 10 Si IIi 10 Do. 6 p.c. Cum. (red) Pref. 10 10 lOt 100 Do. 5 p.c. B Debs. (1906). 100 102 104 a Ebbw Vale Stl., Iron & Coal 20 41 5. 5 Ureal Western Ordinary B 6 4 4j 5 Do J-)-efer'ce A 6 8! 10 10 Insoles 6 p.C. Pref,10 112 10 100 Do 5 p.c. Debs. 100 100 102 5 International Coal 6 Y46 .4 21 10 Newport A be r earn 10 63 7 10 Do Participating If-),ef. 10 84 9t 5 North's Navigation Col'ry. 5 2: 3 6 Do 10 p.c. Cum. Pref. & 7 7* 10 Fenrikyber Colliery 10 4! 4j 10 Do 5 to 7i p.c. Pref, 10 7t 7t 1100 Powell DuNryn 6 p.c. Deb. 100 105 106 6 Khymuey Iron & 25s Od 26s Od 6 Do New Lit 10s. Cred. 100 Do 5 p.c. Mort. Debs. iuu 91 100 17 Soutb Wales Colliery A.17 8t 8t 3 Do 10 per cent. B Pref. 3 4 44 11 Tredeizar Iron aud Coal A 7f 2 2 £ Stock Do B 100 31 33 MISOELLANKOUa. 10 Barry Graving Dock 10 20 201 1 Ben Evans and Co. Ord ry 1 20s Od 21s Od xd 10 Bristol & S. Wales Wgu. 3 51 6 10 Bute Drv Dock 10 15 15t 10 Cardiff Channel Dry Docks Ordv ..10 10$ 5 Cardiff,"Newport & Swan- sea Empires Ordy. •• « 10 Hancock Preferred Ord. ••• 10 Do. Deferred Ord 10 16 16* 10 Do. 6 per cent. Pref. «• ™ l°i 16 Stock Do. 4 p.c Deb. t3tock 100 ]0.1 112 10 Mordey Carney, Limited. 9 13 14 100 Do 4t per cent. Deb. (red. 50 MountstutrtDiyjj'kA&B 40 774 78J s » « 10 Bpillers & Bakers Oidinary 9 14J 15 xd 10 Do. b P-c. Pref. 10 14 14J Stock Swansea Harb. 4 p.c. Stock 100 no 112 10 Weaver & Co. Ordiuary 10 111 12 10 Do. 6 p.c. I-)-ef 10 lot 111 100 Western Mail 4* Deb. 1920 100 105 107 10 do.. 5 p.c. Pref. 10 10 10i pref. wtoen printed m italicsf indicates that the shares are preferential as to capital as well as dividend. Bank Bate increased from 3 to 4 p.c., 13 Oct.. 1898. THERE ARE SELLERS OF 20 and 7 Rbondda Urd. £ 10 Shares at £ 4 8s. 9d. 10 Port falbot Ord. at 9 £ £ ,v0 ya'e of Glamorgan Stock at 127i. 5 Lloyds Bank shares at 3J. £"Ouo laff Vale 3 p.c. Deb. Stock at 105J. 10 Bute liry Dock Shares at 15J. R400 Rbvmsey Undivided at 2601. 20 Cambrian Colliery Pref. Shares. 20 International Coal £5 shares, at 2i. ioOO Cardiif Railway 4 p.c. Pret. faOu Alexandr., B 4 p.c. Stock. 10 Norths Ord. Shares at £ 2 16s. 3d. 30 Rhondda Prefs. and £ 3X> Debs. 50 Blaud and Co. £1 paid Shares at 14s. 3d. 22, 2 and 1 Hancock Pref. Ord. at lat. t500 Rhymney Deferied Stock. X4uO Taff Vale Prefs.—b.w. 13 Bute Dry Dock Shares. THE HE ARE BUYERS OP 10 Bute Dry Dock Shares at 16. .Eloo and 2102 Barry New Stock. A:300 Albion Colliery Debs. £ 500 Kliymney 4 p.c. Pref. Stock. 2o Newport Aberoarn. 20 Spillers Nephews Shares. 30 Norths Pref. Shares. 5 D. Davis and Sons Pref. Shares, at 10 13-16. 20 South Wales Colliery B Shares. 10 Barry Graving Dock Shares ft £ 20 Is. ad. 14 Mordey Carney £10 p dd at 14!. £ 1,tOO Rhymney 4 p.c. Deb. Stock at 14-2. 13 Cambrian Colliery Pref. Shares. 12 Spillers Nephews Shares. 20 Main Colliery Ord. and Pref. Shares.

A. W. Johnson, STOCK AND SHARE BROKER, 10394] 57, WIND STREET, SWANSEA. Telegrams—ORNATE, Swansea. National Telephone 21 Agent for the Castle Line" to South Africa. Davies AND Barree, STOCK AND SHARE BROKERS, 56, WIND-STREET, SWANSEA. Telegrams, "Discretion" Telephone No. 113. BUYERS.— £ I00 Barry Deferred at 140 gi(O Barry 5 p.c. Pref.; £ 150 Rhondda 4 p.c. Deb.; 2700 Ben Evans Deb —quote lowest; 30 Weavers Old Pref-do.; 5iJ Swansea and Mumbles Railway Prefs.-quote lowest. SELLERS.—15 Buckleys Pre-Prefs. at lui; 15 Weavers New Prefs.; £ 33 and £ 28 Rbondda Deb.; 50 Swansea land Mumbles Railway Ord.; do. Prefs.; 10 Capital and Counties Banks at 39; 100 Wassaus at 32s. 6d.

KHONDDA & SWANSEA BAY RAILWAY. The following are the traffic returns for the week 5'„ con,pa.r„eA witl» the correa- r wvvn m XOUi ,— 109P. 1QQ7 No, of Miles open 25 25* Passengers (Local) £356 £ 383 Goods& Mineral& 1,139 894 Total for the Week 1,495 1,276 0, 18 Weeks 26,689 26,275 Increase this week, 9219. Increase 18 weeks, £ 414.

HIGH WATER IN SWANSEA HARBOUR Compiled from Greenwood's Nautical Almanac HIGH HEIGHTS NEAREST MIL-DAT WATEB Prince of NT^DiF5I_D'k Day of Month Qa-'nwich Wales Dock, i-tide J-tide 'Mean Basin, Bas'n Time. Morn. Bven. Cill. Cihh. November, A.M. P.M. F. I. r, 1. t. J. j. 1. Friday 11 3 22 S 46 W 11 28 7 22 7 21 1 Saturday.. 12 4 10 4 35 29 5 89 11 23 11 22 5 Sunday 18 5 2 5 32 31 2 31 4 86 4 23 1ft Monday H 5 68 6 15 S2 1 31 8 25 « 94 Tuesday 15 6 38 7 0 32 7 31 8 25 a Zl t Wednesday 16 7 23 7 41 32 10 31 9 25 9 *4 S Thursday 17 8 3j 8 26 32 5 30 11 24 11 S3

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OUR LONDON LETTER --+- IBY OUR SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT, j WEDNESDAY EVKNIXG. It is n-c-t too muck to say that the whole world to-night hangs on Lord Salisbury's lips. The Prime Minister's speech at the 4Guilclhall always <1eals with foreign politics. Three years ago the Sultan was warned in solemn language of the fate that vra-s in store for him. To whom will the warning be addressed to-right ? It may be "France, or Russia, or Chtna, or Menelik, or fvruger. At present it is mere guess-work, reut everyone expects a most serious announcement will be made. Nor is the speculation without justifi- cation. We are still busily preparing naval expeditions, and though the nation will cheer- fully pay the bill, it is entitled to know why it has been incurred. Already the cost of the preparations has exceeded the cost of the Soudan expedition, and some would have it that over a million has been spent. At the same time, France is aiming, her fleet is being prepared, her defences are being made ready at Toulon and Brest. It may be that Lord Salisbury will -not tafee us into his full confidence to-night, but it is to be hoped that he will give some indication as to the quarter from which danger may be apprehended. FASHODA—IXP AFTER. U. ndoubtedly the Egyptian crisis is not yet over. The story is again being told, and with every appearance of truth, that Marchand was in communication with the Khalifa, and had even sent him French flags to hoist near his own black standard at Omdurman. Had the Khalifa accepted the French offer of alliance, there is no question that we should now be in the midst of a war with our neigh- bour. Fortunately the Khalifa was too cock- < sure to dreain that he needed support. Still, the incident is an unpleasant one, and it shows the 1, emissary of civilisation in a dubious light. It affords one more proof of the incurable hostility of France-or at all events of French pol-ticians-to this country, and it throws a flood of light on the state of mind of the colonial party in France after the Fashoda incident. People who were ready to join hands with the bloodthirsty tyrant of Omdurman are not likely to stick at trifles. It shows that this country has a stiff job to tackle, if it means to assert its right to the Bahr-el-Crhazal, and it makes the rumours of the French and Russian alliance with Menelik, the Emperor of Abyssinia, all the more sinister. MENELIK. Menelik is, in some respects, one of the most interesting personalities in modern African story. Now that Samory has been captured by the French, he is the only great black potentate on the continent. He has ruled over the uniruly tribes of Abyssinia with signal success for a dozen, yeam-aiace the Khaiifa defeated and killed King John. The Abyssinians are nominally Christians- members of the Greek Church-and are there- fore the special protegees of Russia. In reality, they are a savage and totally un- civilised people, possessing but the rudiments of orderly rule, and governed by force. Many of the tribes are still utter barbarians, who disdain even the profession of Christianity and though Menelik is, for his time and place, an enlightened ruler, the Christians, as they showed at the battle of Adowa, are as ruthless as the pagans. As Menelik has an army of 300,000 men, armed with modern rifles, and used to warfare, he is a factor to be reckoned in African polities. No one doubts that France and Russia have been intriguing with him against England; the only thing that remains obscure is whether Mr. Rennell Rodd's embassy to his court, together with the Sirdar's victory, has bad the effect of warning him of the might and power of this country. We shall see in a short time if his present armaments are destined against his rebellious subjects or against England and z, Italy. SOUTH AFRICA. In South Africa things are not as quiet as we wish them to be. It is certain that some time ago England was on the point of acquiring Delagoa Bay. For some occult reason, the cession has never taken place, though Germany was willing. The failure of negotia- tions is put down to the machinations of France at Lisbon, and some colour is given to the story by the fact that France is now actively engaged in fortifying a great naval and military station on the west coast of Madagascar, whence she can command the eastern coast of Africa. Should this be so, the Boers would be encouraged in their hos- tility to England, and our predominance in South Africa would be seriously menaced. It is a sad commentary on our cession of Madagascar to the French. It was one of those graceful concessions" which has made Lord Salisbury unpopular. Ever since, the Methodist and Congregationalist missions in the island have been persecuted by the Jesuits, and now it seems to be made a point of vantage whence English interests in South Africa are to be put in peril. THE KAISER r THE EAST. In the near East, also, things are wearing an anxious look. The Kaiser has visited Jerusalem, and has made his visit the occasion for declaring his determination to champion the cause of German Catholics in tne East. Both France and Russia have taken the alarm. The Russian ambassador at Con- stantinople has been changed, and a more strenuous diplomatist is now stationed there. The French ambassador is now on his way to London, and it is stated that his successor will not be appointed for some time. The question at issue is a small and to some ex- tent a sentimental one. But it was the question which was the ostensible cause of the Crimean war, and may be the cause of a still greater war again. The real point in dispute is, whether Germany or Russia and France, is to exercise the greatest influence at the Porte, and which of them is to be looked upon as the heir to the Sick Man. Of the Far East it is needless to speak. Suffice it to say that the area of the stormcloud is extending daily. When and how it will burst one cannot predict, but it looks as if it were hopeless to expect it to disperse without a devastating storm. THE GROUPING OF THE POWERS. The most curious thing about it is the way in which the different powers are grouped on different questions. It may be that that will prove to be our salvation in the end. Groat Britain | United "States v France China i Germany J. t Russia. l Italy 1 I Japan J ( f France Syria j Germany t'- Russia Great Britain Great Britain j Austria I Italy 16 e ( Germany 1" Russia > France f Great Britain ( France EgJpt i SSL* i '• i Soth Africa v. France On looking carefully over the list it will be seen (1) that France and Russia are never in hostility; (2) that they are invariably opposed to Germany, and (3) that, at all events in Syria and Crete, Britain is not now in antagonism to Russia and France, It would almost seem as if Germany were in greater danger than England. MARY DOMINIC." One of the most striking stories I have read for a long time is Mrs. Ernest Rhys's Mary Dominic," which has just been pub- lished by Messrs. Dent and Co. It is a tale of Irish life-not the Irish lifts usually depicted in novels-, but the real life of the people in its primitive simplicity and its tragic pathos. w Mary Dominic," in her heroic misery, her self-sacrifice, her devotion, j to the man who wronged her, her lofty purity and nobleness of character is one of the finest creattons of modern fiction, an4. is worthy of a place beside the heroine of Hawthorne's "Scarlet Letter." The plot J is but slight, and the story is not long, yet every character stands out distinct and lifelike on the canvas. Hugh Latimer, the young -squire, and his family, Dominic, his wife, and their deformed son, the Protestant clergyman and Father Donovan, Shawn and Dirty Maria have all been drawn with the few sure strokes of a master hand. The writer's heart failed her, however, as she nesTed the end of her story. Mary Dominic deserved another and a more tragic fate than the one assigned to her, and the only quarrel we have with Sirs. Rhys is that she did not let her heroine die by the side of the man who ruined her life. In the description of such a scene the passionate intensity of Mrs. Rhys 3 style would have been at its best, and | the writer would have been saved from what now appears to be an anti-climax. Seldom have I read a story of such sustained power. It is instinct with truth and feeling, and its realism would be painful, were it not relieved by idyllic scenes of youth and innocence, of strong and tender devotion, of love stronger than death. I shall be greatly surprised if Mary Dominic does not come to be regarded as the book of the season. A WELSH TALE. Another novel, with curious points of similarity to Mary Dominic," has also been lately published. Its title is The custom of the country," and the author is a Mr. Fennimore, who is, I believe, a country schoolmaster in the wilds of Cardiganshire. As might have been gathered from the title, it is a tale of rural life in Wales, and its plot hangs upon what few Welshmen care to own in English is the custom of the country." It is a well-told and unambitious story, and though it deals with a matter which Welsh- men would gladly forget, it is marked by unerring good taste and an artistic restraint. Some time ago I stated in these columns that Allen Raine was the only writer who had succeeded in writing a real story about real Wales. I think I can now add the name of Mr. Fennimore. His simple description of life at Bryncrwn, the chapel, the visit to the seaside, the Welsh milkmen in Whitechapel, the Eisteddfod in Shoreditch Town Hall, the loves,the hatreds, the bargainings of the people of Mynydd Bach, are told with insight and sympathy, and yet with a sly humour I found irresistible. To Welshmen in general, and Cardis in particular, this tale should appeal strongly. By the way, is it not curious how all the successful English novels about Wales have hitherto dealt with Cardiland? Is it chance or what ? They have at all events this justification of all our 13 counties, Cardiganshire is perhaps the most typically Welsh. THE THREE MUSKETEERS. Visitors to London must not get confused over the two versions of the" Three Musketeers which are now being played at the Globe and Her Majesty's respectively. The Globe version has been drawing crowded audiences for some time tbe "Three Musketeers at Her Majesty's was only staged last week, and is going strong. It would be invidious to compare the two versions each has its strong points. The Globe version is the more melodramatic of the two, and its D'Artagnan is handsome and spirited enough to fulfil one's most glorious anticipations. Miss Moore as Gabrielle is one of the most dainty and charming actresses appealing at present on the boards. On the other hand, at Her Majesty's, Mr. Tree plays D'Artagnan, Mr. Lewis Waller plays the King, and Mrs. Brown-Potter scores a great success in the character of Miladi." Instead of drawing comparisons, the best thing is to go and see both, for both are well worth it.

LOCAL FIXTURES OF FORTHCOMING EVENTS. FRIDAY, Nov. 11. The Circus Girl," at the Grand Theatre, and on Saturday evening. Annual Meeting of the Swansea Training College for Schoolmistresses, at the College, Nelson- terrace. SUNDAY, Nov. 13. Mayor's Procession to Walter-road Congrega- tional Church, leaving Guildhall at 10.30 a.m. MONDAY", Nov. 14. Miss Fortescue and Company, at the Grand Theatre, and during the week. TUESDAY, NOV. 15. Lecture by the Rev John Hunter, D.D., of Glas- gow, at the Congregational Church, Walter- road. Subject— The Ancient Mariner." FRIDAY, Nov. 25. Lecture by Mr. F. Villiera, at the Albert Hall. Subj ect-" The Re-Conquest of the Soudan." APRIL, 1899. Grand Bazaar, in aid of St. Mary's Parish Church Building Fund, at the Albert Halls. WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, Oct. 11 & 12, 1899. Grand Bazaar at the Albert Hall, Swansea in j connection with Holy Trinity Church. I SALES BY AUCTION. Messrs. BEYNON & MEAGER. I Farming' Stock, at Fforestfach Nov 17 Mr. W. J. REES. Freehold Farm, at Carmarthen Nov. 19 Messrs. LOWES & SON. Leasehold Property, at Swansea Nov. 15 Mr. F. E. TUNBRIDGE. Plant, )Iachinery, &c.. atGorseinon Nov. 15 Surplus Timber, at Swansea Nov. 16 Leasehold Property, at Swansea Nov. 18 Mr. R. G. ROBERTS. Leasehold Property, at St. Tr omas Nov. 18 Messrs. HIGMAN & Co. Leasehold Property, at Swansea Nov. 18 T Messrs. DAVID WILLIAMS & Co. Leasehold Property, at Landore ^ov. 14

2Ucal TtiE PLA SEASON has now commenced "'1th V,16 ,t,a11 of the leaf. Fruit Trees, Roses, and all other Trees and Shrubs can be safely moved. vv HEELER'S AUTUMN CATALOGUE af- fords full information on the cultivation of Fruit Trees, including the Preparation of the Soil- When and How to Plant-and How to Prune. Gratis and Post Free on application—J. C. WHEELER BON, IÜNGSHOLI NURSERY, GLOUCESTER. HONOUR FOR A>VLD SWANSEA BOY.—We learn that the Rev. E< mund J. Howells, Vijar of Milford Haven, has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Historical Howells will be remembered by many or nis Old tnenda in Swansea as a devoted worker among the children in the mission rooms of Swan-street and Greenhill. FATALITY AT THE SOUTH Docy.-Whilst a seaman, named Henry Toomej, on the steamer "Queenhood "now lying 111 the South Dock. was assisting in the shifting of the steamer on Monday evening, he somehow got drawn into one of the winches, with the result that he was horribly mutilated. Dr. Morgan, Adelaide-street, was immediately sent for, but the unfortnnate man was beyond all aid, and died m a, few minutes afterwards. At the inquest, held on Monday night, the jury returned a verdict of "Accidental Death." INTERESTING PRESENTATION.—The other day the choir conductor at Fabians' Bay Congre- gational Church, Mr. W. J Davies was made the recipient of a black marble clock and two bronze ornaments, as a token of thanks and appreciation for his valuable services. The presentation was made by the pastor, Rev. J. Matthews, who spoke in high terms of Mr. Davies s capabilities as a conductor, and of the general satisfaction the choir had given since they had been under his:care. Messrs. W. H. Evans and W. J. Waters, on behalf of the choir, endorsed these remarks. The recipient suitably replied. CIVIL SERVICE SUCCEss.-At the last open examination for Male sorters, G.P.O., London, Mr. Ebeneser Williams, 26, Richard-street, Man- selton, passed and was appointed on his first trial. There were 40 vacancies and 600 candi- dates. Mr. Williams was prepared at the Navi- gation and Shorthand School, 22, New Oxford- street, Swansea, conducted by J. and B. Harris, First-class Certified Teachers, Civil Service, Navigation, &c. YORK-PLACE BAPTIST CHAPEL.—The annual meeting of the Young Men's Tract Distribution Society was held on Tuesday evening. The secretary reported that over 10,000 tracts had been distributed among the sailors during the past twelve months. Every ship in the North, South, and Prince of Wales Docks were visited every Sunday afternoon, and a large number of sailors had been brought to the services. Votes of thanks were accorded the retiring secretary, Mr. A. E. Turtle, and the retiring treasurer, Mr. G. 0. Luff. Mr. James Rees (president) and Mr. Tudor Younz (vice-president) were re- elected, and Mr. T. J. E. Allen was appointed secretary. The treasurer's report showed a balance to the good. DEATH OF A SWANSEA PILOT.-On Wednes- day morning, at the Rutland Hotel, Rutland- street, an inquest was held by the coroner (Mr. Edward Strick) on the body of Nicholas Johnson, 15, Rutland-street, a pilot, who died on Tuesday from injuries received from a fall on the previous Monday week.—William Parker, 59, Little Madoc-street, a pilot's assistant, said on Monday week last he was on board the pilot cutter,which was lying off two tugs at the entrance of the South Dock. About ten o'clock he saw the deceased attempt to descend a ladder to the deck of the tug, when the ladder suddenly slipped,and he fell between the boat and the quay. Witness ran to his assistance and pulled him on deck. Dr. Morgan arrived five or ten minutes after the accident.—Dr. William Morgan stated that deceased was bleeding freely from a wound on the forehead there was a very slight wound near the eye, and several ribs were broken. He believed that Johnson bad a fit on Saturday night, and a juryman added that he had had several round the dock?.—A verdict of accidental death was returned. THE VISIT OF THE REV. JOHN HUNTER, D.D., TO SWANSEA.—Next Tuesday evening Dr. Hunter of Glasgow will lecture at Walter-road Chapel, on Coleridge's "Ancient Mariner," a tragedy of crime, agony, and expiation. The chair ( will be taken by his Worshipful the Mayor. The "Ancient Mariner" is one of the most remarkable productions in English literature, and Dr. Hunter is one of the foremost preachers and lecturers of the day. He is the minister of Trinity Church, Glasgow, and the successor of Dr. Pulsford. In that city and land of great preachers and thinkers. Dr. Hunter occupies an unique and commanding place. Those who delight in a serious, chaste, and eloquent treat- ment of an interesting subject cannot do better than attend Walter-road chapel next Tuesday evening. The chair will be taken by the Mayor (Mr. Richard Martin). The lecture will be preceded by an organ recital by Mr. J. F. Fricker. ARGYLE CHAPEL LITERARY GUILD.—A most successful meeting of the above was held on Thursday evening last at the Argyle Schoolroom. The Rev. B. J. Williams (pastor) presided over a capital attendance. The subject for the evening's debate was Is a soldier, a statesman or a poet the most serviceable to his country- Three really excellent papers were read, Mr. Ernest Jones taking the soldier's part, Mr. Bengough taking the statesman's, and Mr. E. Harris the poet's. An animated discussion followed, the soldier winning by a narrow majority. Great interest is already taken in the Argyle Guild, which promises to be very successful. FIRE AT THE DOCKS.—A fire broke out early on Thursday morning in a shed on the side of the new East Graving Dock, now in course of con- struction by Messrs. L. P. Nott, Manchester. The police being informed by telephonic message, three constabtea were quickly on the spot with a hose cart. After a hour's hard work by fifteen firemen, under the direction of Capt. Thomas (deputy Chief Constable), and Inspector Gill, the flames were got under, fortunately without having extended to the adjacent offices of Messrs. L. P. Nott. By this time, however, not a vestige of the structure originally attacked remained. Con- siderable damage was done to the saw-mill plant, but the engine and crusher in the shed only sus- tained minor injuries. The premises were insured in the Vulcan Fire office. THIRD GLAMORGAN VOLUNTEER RIFLES.— COMPANY DINNERS.—The company dinners of the 3rd G.V.R. commenced on Monday evening, when Captain Ll. Thomas entertained his company (B) to a very good repast at head- quarters. The room was suitably decorated with flags, bayonet-stars, &c., and the names of Wolseley, Roberts and Kitchener were writ large on the walls. On Tuesday night, Major J. E. Thomas entertained C Company, on 1rednesday night Major Langdon entertained D, and last night Captain Blenkinsop entertained E Company. The company commanders were supported by Majors W. D. Rees and T. W. Jones, and Captain and Adjutant Forbes, and their respective subalterns. The officers, who were very warmly received, gave speeches, and the after-dinner proceedings on each evening were very enjoyable. The catering of Sergeant Tucker Williams, of the Cricketers' Hotel, was pronounced excellent, and the ar- rangements reflected the highest credit upon the head-quarters staff.—Wednesday was the birthday of H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, the Honorary Colonel of the corps, and during the evening a telegram was handed to Major Langdon, who explained that they bad taken the earliest opportunity of despatching a telegram that morning to the Prince, couched in the following terms We,Col. Richardson, officers, non-commissioned officers, and men of the 3rd Glamorgan Volunteer Rifles] respectfully congratulate your Royal Highness on the anniversary of your birthday." (Applause.) He was pleased to tell them that they had just received the following telegram in reply I sincerely thank Col. Richardson, officers non- commissioned officers and men of the 3rd Glamorgan Volunteer Rifles for very kind congratulations. Albert Edward." (Loud cheers.) There was one other intere<stin<r incident on Wednesday evening, namely, con- gratulations to Major T. W. Jones on being gazetted for the volunteer long-service decoration that day. THE LICENSED VICTUALLERS' BANQUET FROM A TEMPERANCE POINT OF VIEW.-Speaking at the weekly meeting of the Swansea Gospel Temperance Union, held at the Temperance Hall, on Saturday evening, the Rev. Burwyn Davies said the Apostle Paul told of men who rejoiced in iniquity," and judging from the report of the banquet at the Royal Hotel on Thursday evening last, the race of those who rejoiced in iniquity" was not yet extinct. The Daily Leader had described the banquet in connection witn the Licensed Victuallers' Association as one of the interesting functions that go to make the social life of Swansea so very pleasant." He felt that either the reporter had made a mistake or it was a printer's error. It should have read, he thought, "one of the 'degrading' functions that go to make the social life of Swansea so very 'miserable. The rev. gentleman went on to criticize the speech delivered by Mr. H. Allsopp, M.P., at the banquet. Mr. Allsopp had said The teetotaller is still on the magisterial bench, flaunting his bit of blue ribbon, adjudicating on licensing cases, whereas men like myself are debarred, because we are connected with the brewing trade." And then he said: "The quantity of licenses should be entrusted to. and left in, the hands of impartial people." Then, proceeded Mr. Davies, were brewers the most impartial of people to sit on the magisterial benchIf they could prove that, they would make the way clear for School Boards to consist fh n°r?e schoolmasters and schoolmistresses the Board of Guardians to consist of paupers only; and in many other ways nearly every trade ana constitution could be turned topsy-turvy. Mr. Alisopp a contention that Sunday closing was an unjust law and a failure, as proved by the exist- I f q1C1^ clubs, carried no weight with the ?ZtwFFAT,EA- Jhe law was not unjust, but There had been no failure in Swan- sea except it was m the clubs. Again, Mr. Allsopp said Ours is a nece^arv h and one which will exist as long as the world last3. Ihe first part of that aentance he (the speaker) did not believe the second part he emphatically denied. He would not take Mr Allsopp's word. He would rather take the word of Him who knows the end from the beginning and who cannot lie. A day was coming in which peace shall flow as a river and righteousness as the waves of the sea." They would not know peace or righteousness as long as the liquor g traffic continued but let them expel it from the land and they would enjoy them. The drink traffic exist as long as the world lasted! No. no there was a power at work in the world which could not fail. The work might be slow but its aim was definite. The drink traffic was an unnecessary evil, and not a ne cessary business. It was a business that must some day be removed from the world, and when that was done one of the greatest hindrances would be removed from the way of that angelic proclamation just rnentioned.-Thel Licensed Victuallers' banquet was also the subject of comment at the annual meeting of the Swansea Total Abstinence Society, held at the Ragged School, Back-street, on Saturday. The Rev. W. Ivor Jones (St. Paul's), re rring to the speech of Mr. H. Allsopo, said e was sowy such a man should come all the way rrom burton tc give such a speech They knew the names they had been called by this so-called gentleman, such as faddists, cranks, etc. they knew how he had, in a cowardly and ungentle- maniy way, attacked Sir Wilfred Lawson; but he would especially deal with the portion of his speech which ran: "The deluded and deluding cocoa party are still getting up signatures for their case." Was it worth their while to com- pare Cadburv's generosity with that of the Allsopp's ? The speaker went on to speak of the < generosity of Mr. Cadbury in philanthropic work. IMPORTANT SALE or ETCHINGS A» ENGRAVINGS.—In accordance with instructions received from a well-known and old-established London firm of West End Fine Art publishers, Messrs. J. M. Leeder a.nd Son offered for sale at the Swansea Auction rooms, on Tuesday, a fine collectioa of high-class artist-proof etchings and engravings. There was a fairly good attendance and pretty fair prices were realised. The collection, which I was selected with great taste and judgment, consisted of 'examples of the newest and choicest publications of the day by the most eminent artists, including Sir F. Leighton, P.R.A., Sir E. Landseer, R.A., J. M. W. Turner, and Alma Tadema, R.A. THE MAYOR'S LUNCHEON.—Letters regretting inability to be present at the Mayor's luncheon on Wednesday were received from the following —The Duke of Beaufort, Earl of Jersey. Marquis of Worcester, Lord Windsor, Sir J. T. D. Llewelyn, M.P., Sir J. J. Jenkins, M.P., His Honour Judge Gwilym Williams, the Recorder of Swansea, Mr. W. Bowen Rowlands, Q.C., Mr. D. Randell, M.P., Mr. W. H. P. Jenkins, Mr. Graham Vivian, the Hon. Odo Vivian, Ml". C. H. Eden, Mr. E. Rice Daniel, Col. Wright, Mr. E. Mills, Rev. Chancellor Smith, Mr. Thomas Williams, Ynisgerwn, Mr. Fred. Rocke, Mr. Lleufer Thomas, Mr. G. H. Hill, Mr. E. Manville, Mr. Benjamin Evans, Mr. Lewis Lewis, Mr. J. E. Waller, Mr. Thornton Andrews, Mr. John Roberts, Mr. F. F. Hosford, Mr. H. S. Ludlow, Mr. J. Corfield. Mr. Joseph Kincaid, Mr. Robert McTurk and Mr. D. Paterson. CWMBWRLA DISTRESS FUND.—SPECIAL SER- VICES AT ST. JOHN'S.—Special services were held at St. John's Church, Hafod, last Sunday, when collections were made in aid of the Cwm- bwrla Distress Fund. At the morning service, which was largely attended, the Vicar (Rev. Harold S. Williams) preached an eloquent sermon on brotherly help. In the afternoon there was a musical service. The programme included two organ solos, Batiste's tender "Angelic Voices," and the majestic "War March of the Priests," from Mendelssohn's Athalie "—both splendidly played by the organist, Mr. R. C. Macdonnell. Miss Hannah Jones, L.C.V., played two violin solos, a Beethoven" Andante," and Gounod's "Bercense." Mr. L. R. Bowen, an admirable baritone, and a former member of Turner's Opera Company, sang There is a green hill (Gounod) and How Willing my Paternal Love (Samp- son), and Miss Nellie Evans gave" He was despised and 0 rest in the Lord." The choir, which had been admirably trained by Mr. Mac- donnell, sang the anthem "Blessed be the name of the Lord." SUDDEN DEATH AT FOXHOLE.—At the Cop- perman's Arms, Foxhole, the coroner (Mr. Ed- ward Strick) held an inquest on the body of Daniel Lacey, 2, Foxhole-road, who died suddenly at the White Rock AVorks on Sunday morning. Mr. Agustus Lewis, H.M. Inspector of factories, was present, and Mr. W. Smith appeared for Messrs Vivian and Sons. Anna S. Lacy, the wife, stated that deceased was a furnaceman at the White Rock Works, and 42 years of age. He went to his work at 1.45 on Satnrday night, and about three the following morning he was brought home dead.-John Williams, Maes teg-street, a cupola. feeder, said deceased was smoking his pipe before the tie about 12.15, when his head feU on witne-s shoulder. He's fallen to sleep very sudden," he remarked to a companion, and rising up his head he shouted, Dan, man, are you sleeping i No response was made, and then it dawned upon him that something was wrong. Deceased foamed a little at the mouth, and showed no signs of life. Dr. Jones Powell was sent for, and when he arrived he stated that Lacey was dead.—Br. Jones Powell said death was due to syncope. He could not trace any signs of lead poisoning; there was only a faint blue line on the gums, not sufficient to contribute towards his death.—A verdict of death from natural causes Wa returned.

LOSS OF THE MOHEGAN. BOARD OF TRADE INQUIRY. Mr. Marsham, assisted by three nautical asses- sors, held an inquiry at Westminster on Thurs- day, on behalf of the Board of Trade, into the loss of the Atlantic Transport Liner Mohegan. Mr. Mansel Jones and Mr. Buller Aspinall appeared for the Board of Trade; Mr. Pyfce and Mr. A Pritchard for the owners and Mr. Nelson, solicitor, for the master and third officer.— Mr. Mansel Jones explained the history of the boat, and said she had been twice surveyed in three months. She carried eight boats and three compasses. She was purchased for £140,000, and insured for £112.,000 at Lloyd's and other offices, the owners taking the remain- ing risk. On the previous voyage of the Mohegan, her engines behaved badly, and in con- sequence no passengers were embarked on the return voyage. The ship was subsequently re- turned to her builders, and her engines over- hauled and repaired. Mr. Jones, continuing, said the quartermaster, who was at the wheel when the vessel passed the Eddystona, survived. From his evidence it would appear that two and three-quarter miles from the Eddystone, a-course was set of west by north, which course, if per- sisted in, would have taken her to the north of the Manacle rocks. At six o'clock, the man on the look-out reported a light two points on the star- board bow. At 6.5, while Mr. Ferguson, the third engineer, was on watch, the order was suddenly given to stop, but half a minute after she struck. She immediately commenced to take water, and the electric light was put out. The boatswain got the second lifeboat on the port side out, and 27 persons were placed in her, but the other boats, owing to the list, could not be launched. The captain was on the bridge, and the last words he was heard to utter were get as many women and children as you can on to the jigger."—The inquiry was adjourned.

PENCLAWDD. AN EISTEDDFOD was held at Bethel Congrega- tional Chapel, Penclawdd, on Saturday, Nov. 5th. The chairman for the evening was Mr. David Davies, Penclawdd. Adjudicators—fliusjc Mr. Dan Jenkins, Penclawdd Literature Mr. Tom Richards, Dunvant; accompanist: Miss Esther Jones, The Lodge, Penclawdd. •'■heresults of the programme were as follows^—-Alto solo, Miss Maggie Roberts, Penclawdd. Soprano solo, Miss j Maggie May Francis, Penclawdd. Recitation for boys (" The Blind Boy"), faster E. G. Jenkins, Penclawdd. Tenor Solo C'V ri0nds"), Mr. Ivor James, Gowerton. Recitation for Adults, j Mr. J. Francis. Essay ("Sabbath.") This was the largest competition, eight compositions being received, and the winner proved to be "Luke," whose right name was Mr. Tom Thomas, Llan- morlaia. Mouth Organ solo (" Lead. Kindly Light"), Mr. Enos Goy. Baritone Solo ("All Hail to Thee, Cambria"), Mr. Tom Thomas Llan- morlais. The attendance was not so large as expected, but it proved an excellent meeting.

The wretched Christian Science case having now passed into a stage in which it will have to be dealt with by the higher courts, further comment on the conduct of the unhappy women who were on Wednesday committed for manslaughter on the coroner's warrant must be suspended. But apart altogether from this individual case, which has resulted in the loss of a life of much promise, we trust that the promin- ence now given to the methods of the enterpris- ing American ladies who are making a fat living out of the weak-minded and credulous, will result iD their receiving sytematic treatment at the hands of the Criminal Investigation Depart- ment and the Director of Public Prosecutions. The vulgar quack, or vendor of "charms," is watched and moved on by the police, and there is no reason why these people, simply because they add blasphemy and pseudo-science to the old-fashioned procedure, should flourish un- checked.

SWANSEA FOOTBALL CLUB. ENTERTAINED BY MR. J. E. FITT. Last (Thursday) evening the members of the Swansea Football Club, with a number of friends, were entertained by Mr. J. E. Fitt, of the Grand Hotel, High-street, to a substantial dinner. The commodious banquetting hall was artistically decorated, the tables were prettily laid, and the catering was quite up to the high standard of the Grand. Mr. Fitt presided, and he was supported by Mr. Jas. Livingston, Mr. F. E. Perkins (sec. Football Club), Mr. H. G. Solomon, Mr. Gil Fvans, Mr. W. Bowen, Mr. S. Rice, the Misses Fitt, &c. Not only was the dinner of a varied and substantial character, but by the generosity of Mr. Fitt, the Misses Fitt and Miss Rees, drinks cigars and cigarettes were supplied. Mr Fitt felicitously submitted the usual loyal and patriotic toasts, and also the toast of the Swansea Football Club, coupled with the names of Mr. Livingston and Mr. Gordon who suitably responded. The health of Mr. and Mrs. Fitt was enthusiastically drunk, and their thoughtfulness and kindness to the players highly commended. During the evening, which was most enjoyably spent, a programme of vocal and instrumental mu-ic was gone through. The Misses Fitt and Miss Rees contributed a banjo and mandoline quartette, in which they displayed considerable skill and delicacy of taste.

MISS FORTESCUE. Miss Fortescue, the eminent and beautiful actress, is, we are glad to state, about to favour Swansea with a return visit, aftpr an absence of four years. This gifted lady, who is regarded as one of the four leading actresses of the day, is gifted with a remarkable versatility. No class of characters seems to come amiss to her. She has played Rosalind," and the notorious "Mrs. Ebbsmith," "Hermia" and "Lady Teazle," Gilberte" in "Frou Frou," and "Mary Melrose" in "Our Boys." In short, it would hardly be an exaggeration to say that at one time or another, in her short professional career at matinees in London, or during long runs in town or country, she has played almost every part worth playing She will produce here next Monday at the Grand Theatre three of the most popular plays in her varied repertoire, viz., Fadora," "Moth* and the ever welcome "Lady of Lyons." It is the first named drama that will perhaps be of the greatest interest. It is a French play— Sardou's masterpiece—with a piece of Russia thrown in. In it there are princes and princesses, ambassadors, chiefs of police, political spies, refugees, and emperors, whilst the plot has, as its central feature, a subtle interweaving of love and jealousy with revenge and hatred tha.t astounds as it commands sym- pathy. Miss Fortescue's performance of the title role of this wonderful play has been de- scribed as a marvellous tour-de-foree. For over three hours she is the pivot of the piece; she is during the whole of the evening scarcely ever off the stage, and she carries the entire weight of the intricate story upon her shoulders. At a recent performance in London—Miss Fortescue has only within the last few weeks added Fedora" to her repertoire- one of the chief of London critics exclaimed at the close: "At last! we have a great, a really great English actress."

CHRYSANTHEMUM SHOW AT SWANSEA. PRIZE LIST. The seventh annual chrysanthemum and autumn show, promoted by the committee of the Working Men's Club and Institute, and in connection with the National Chrysanthemum Society, was held at the institute in Alexandra-road, Swansea, on Thursday. The following is the prize list:— OPEN CLASSES. BLOOMS.—Twenty-four chrysanthemum blooms, In- curved (distinct): I, Sir C. Phillips 2, Mr. E. P. Martin 3, Mrs. TurbervilJ. Twenty-four chrysanthemum blooms Japanese (distinct): 1, Mrs. Tarbervill; 2, Mr. K. A. Bowring 3, Colonel Wright; 4, Mr. E. P. Martin ( rhe Society will award the National Chrysanthemum Society's silver medal to the winners in Class 1 and Class a.) Twelve Japanese (distinct): 1. Colonel Wright; 2, Mrs. Torbervill; 3, Mr. E. P. Marrin. Twelve incurved, not less than six varieties: 1, Sir C. Phillips; 2, Mrs. Turbervill; 3, Mr. E. P. Martin Three specimen chrysanthemums (distinct); 1, Mrs. Turbervill. PLANTS.—Six table plants, in pots, not exceeding 6in. in diameter: 1, Mrs.Turbervill; 2, Mr. W. Bowen; 3, Mr. A. G-ilbertson. Six primuUs: 1, Mr. 8. R. Gold 2, Mr. P. Richards. FKUIT.—Dessert, five dishes 1, Mr. P. Richards 2, Mrs. Tnrbervllle; 3, Mrs. P. Sorensen. Apples: 1, Mr. James Harris; 2. Mr. Isaac Thomas; 3, Mr. P. Borenson. Grapes: 1. Sir Algernon Lyons; 2, Mr. A. G-ilbertson. (Black): 1, Sir Algernon |Lyons; 2, Mr. J. E. Vaughan. Kitchen Apples 1, Sir Algernon Lyons; 2, Mr. P. Sorenson. (Dessert)—1, Sir A. Lyons 2, Mr. J. Way. Pears-I, Mr. W. G. Vivian; 2, Rev. P. Potter. (Cooking)—1, Mrs. Turberville; 2, Mr. p, Sorenson. VEGETABLES.—Collection—1, Mr. Powell; 2, Sir A. Lyons. Tomatoes-I, Mr. P. Sorenson; 2, Mrs, Turber- ville. Potatoes—Mr, Powell; 2, Mr. James Rogers. Onions-I, Mrs. Turberville; 2, Mr. T. Morgan. Parsnips-I, Mr. J. Rogers; 2, Mr. Powell. Carrots— 1. Mr. T. Morgan 2, Mr. Powell. Leeks—1, Mrs. Turberville; 2. Kev. P. potter. Celery—1, Mr. James Davies 2, Mrs. Turberville. Sprouts—l,Sir A. yolls Mrs. Turberville. Turnips—1, Mr. Graham vivian; 2, Colonel Wright. AMATEURS' CLASSES. Group of Chrysanthemums 2nd. Mr. W. Bowen (the only award). Twelve Blooms 1, J. C. Gorvin J. Berry. Six Japanese—I, J- C. Gorvin 2. • • Berry: 3, T. H. Court. Six Incurved -1,3. C- Gorvm 2, R. Berry. Foliage Plants-1. J. C. Oorvtn! 2, W. Bowen 3, George Gray. Ferns-1, W. Bowen 2, J. C. Gorvin 3. George Grey.—Primulas— 1, J.C. Gorvin; 2, W. L. Jarvis. „ „ Without GardenersGroup—I- W. Bowen, 2, Geo. Gray. Twelve Blooms-1, B. Berr^r Rodney-street 2, G. R. Roach, Western-street; 3, T. H. Courr. James- street. Six Japanese-I, R. Berry, 2. T. H. Court; 3, G. R. Roach. Six Incurved-I, R. Berry; 2, G. R. Roach. Plants-I, W. Bowen; 2, G. G. Grey. ]ern8- 1, W. Bowen 2, George Grey. COTTAGERS CLASS. Chrysanthemum Plant—1, Miss Nellie Jenkins; 2, G. R. RoacU. Twelve Blooms—1, T. H. Court; 2, R, Berry 3. G. R. Roach. Six Incurved-t, R. Berry 2. G. R. Roach. 1 wo Plants—1, Miss Beatrice Jenkins. VEGETABLES.—Parsnips—1, J. Rogers; 2. W. R. Jones. Celery—1, T. Jones; 2, Isaac Thomas. Onions —W. R. Jones 2. J. Hitchings. Leeks—1, J. Thomas 2, S. Franks. J. Hitchings; 2, T. Jones. Potatoes—1. J. Thomas 2, W. R. Jones. SPECIAL PRIZES. Six primulas, grown from seed or plants supplied by J. Harris—1, H. M. Hedley; 2, P. Richard. Roman hyacinths in flower-I, Mr. E. P. Martin. Tnree window plants (distinct)-I, George Gray. Messrs. J. Walters and G. Turtle (president and vice- president of the Swansea Working Men's Institute), for the best six plants for table decoration (in pots not exceeding six inches in diameter)-I, Miss Turbervill; 2, W. Bowen 3, T. C. Gorvin. Twelve Japanese chrysanthemum blooms-I, Mrs. Turbervill; 2, Colonel Wright. Twelve Japanese—1, J. C. Gorvin 2, T. H. Court. Plants (in bloom) of anemone chrysanthemums—1, Mrs. Turbervill. Premier bloom iu the show—Mrs. Turbervill. The judges were Mr. Milner, of Penrice Castle, and Mr. Lambert, Powis Castle.

WHY ENGLAND IS ARMING? SPEECH BY LORD SALISBURY. In his speech at the Guildhall banquet on Wednesday Lord Salisbury dealt with, the two topics of engrossing interest—Egypt and the International difficulties arising therefrom and the naval preparations now in progress. He declared that the Fashoda affair had been settled owing to "the great judgment and common sense displayed by the French Government in circumstances of unusual difficulty," and that the British Government were content with the status quo in Egypt—as modified by the events of the last thirteen years—and did not intend, at any rate for the present, to declare a Protectorate over that country. As for the continued prepar- ations in our dockyards and elsewhere, they were due to the fact that important events came crowding upon one another with unparalleled rapidity, and the nation must be ready to meet any emergency that might arise. Lord Salisbury referred in terms of the warmest praise to the recent operations on the Indian frontier and in the Soudan, a.nd he also stated that the Govern- ment had accepted an invitation to a European congress to discuss measures for the repression of Anarchism, though they had no great hope of its success. He claimed for the Concert of the Powers that they had at least carried out their promise of autonomy to the Cretans. His lordship spoke m sympathetic terms of the Tsar's rescript, Dut said that the outlook was not reassuring, and l 4. 8nbject matter for war was terribly pre- valnt on all sides." Even the appearance of the U states among the factors of Asiatic—and possioiy European—-diplomacy was a serious event, which might not conduce to peace, though in any case he thought it likely to conduce to the interests of Great Britain.

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BIRTHS. MARRIAGES AND DEATHS BIRTHS. Coucii.-On the 10th inst., at 170, Neville- road, Upton Park, the wife of the late Llewelyn Couch, of a daug-hter. MORGAN.—On Nov. 10th, 1898, at 12, Bruna- wick-street, Swansea, the wife of W. R. Morgan. of a daughter. COOK.—On the 4th Nov., at Ynistanglwys, Clydach, the wife of H. M. Cook, Llettycarn, Carmarthen, of a son. HocHisrusD.-On the 26th Sept at Wido. ,vard Davenport, ot a son. LOWRY.-On the 1st Nov., at Northwood Stevenage, Herts, the wife of Henry Lowry, of a daughter. MANNING.—On the 6th Nov., at Fife House Newmarket, the wife of A. S. Manning, M.A., of a son. OWEN.-On the 1st Nov., at Hardwick, the wife of the Rev. Loftus M. Owen, Hordley Rec. tory, Ellesmere, of a daughter. PALmEp.On the 2nd Nov., at 10 Clyde Road, Redland. Bristol, the wife of T. Herbert Palmer, of a daughter. MARRIAGES. ALLEN—WILLOWS.—On the 3rd Nov., at the Parish Church, Aldridge, William Edward Allen, Solicitor, Leek, to Jeannie, only daughter of tho late Frederick Willows, Cirencester. BLAKIC BEVAN.-On the 8th Nov., at Trinity Presbyterian Church, Claughton, Birkenhead, Thomas Blake, J.P., of Lebanon, Ross, Hereford- to Eliza Mary, only daughter of the late Edward Bevan, of Silverdale Road, Oxton, Birkenhead. GKE—CLARKE.—On the 2nd November, at St. George's Church, Leicester, Ernest Gorham Gee B.A., eldest son of H. Simpson Gee, J.P.* Knighton Frith, Leicester, to Hilda Mary, fourth daughter of J. St. Thomas Clarke, M.D., Norwood House, Leicester. PHELPS-HAMILTON.-On the 2nd Nov., at Trfo 'u Edwin Ashby Phelpa, ou i'' ?*c'es^ son of the Rev. Philip Ashby Phelps, Rector of St. John the Baptist's, Bristol, to Constance Isabella, daughter of the late R. St. George Harding Hamilton, 65th Foot, and stepdaughter of Major F. G. Pollock, 7th Ben- gal Cavalry. DEATHS. FARR.-On the 3rd inst., at 149, Bryn-road, Swansea, Eliza, widow of the late William Farr, in her 73rd year. JOHNSON .-On Nov. 7th, at 15, Rutland-street, Swansea, Nicholas Johnson, pilot, aged 59 years. REES.—On Nov. 8th, at 35, Singleton-terrace, Swansea, Mary Ann Rees, aged 70 years. RAATZ.—On Nov. 9th, at Waterloo-street, Swansea, Walter Raatz, furniture dealer, &c., aged 55 years. JONES.—On the 30th Oct., at 14, Promenade,. Mount Pleasant, Swansea, Harry, the beloved son of Griffith and Elizabeth Jones, aged 2 years and 7 months. JONEs.-On the 3rd Nov., at 3, Priorton Villas, Swansea, Mary, widow of James Jones, formerly manager of Bwllfa, Tillery, Wyndham and Aber Collieries. Ev ANS.-On the 7th Nov., Mrs. Evans, The Vicarage, Newcastle-Emlyn. Her end was peace. REPTOK,—On the 3rd Nov., at Odell, Bedford-- shire, Lady Jane Repton, aged 74 years. DOWNE.—On the 6th Nov., at 10, Avonmore Road, London, Elizabeth, widow of the Rev. G. E. Downe, Rector of Rushden, Morthampton- shire, and younger daughter of the lato Charles Keightley Tunnard, of Frampton House, Lincoln- shire, aged 82 years. DuNiiOP. On the 4th Nov., at St. Michael's Hill House, Bristol, Jane, wife of Matthew Dun- lop, aged 79 years. FITCH.—On the 1st Nov., at Spitzkop, Trans- vaal, from the effects of a gun accident, Bertram Lewis, fourth son of Frederick Fitch, M.D., Chaddesley Corbett, aged 32 years. n-u OTD-—On the 4th Nov., in London, Colonel Richard Thomas Lloyd, of Aston Hall, Oswes- try, aged 78 years. SOLOMON.—On the 4th Nov., at Dunnideer, Llandudno, Sophia, eldest surviving daughter of the late Abraham Solomon, M.D., of Birmingham and Liverpool, aged 85 years. TIMBU Ry.-On the 3rd Nov., at Foxton House, Leominster, Susannah Timbury, aged 78 years. WHITING.—On the 2nd Nov., at Gaunt House,. Wargrave, Henley-on-Thames, Martha, third and last surviving daughter of the late Francis and. Judith Whiting, aged 74 years. WILLIAMS.-On the 2nd Nov., at 4, Claremont Bank, Shrewsbury, Ellen, eldest daughter of the late Ed. Williams, of Lloran House, Oswestry.

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