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LLANDOVERY COLLEGE PRIZE-DAY.
LLANDOVERY COLLEGE PRIZE-DAY. THE WARDEN'S REPORT. SPEECHES BY GENERAL SIR HILLS- JOHNES, SIR. J. T. D. LLEWELYN. BISHOP OWEN, CANON WESTA- COTT, AND OTHERS. Llandovery College Prize Day—Wednesday —was a great success. It wa" given addi- tional interest by reason of it being the new Warden's first Prize Day at Llandovery, and abundant evidence was forthcoming that the rev. gentleman has already won the hearts of his boys. The prize day service was held at the Parish Church of LLandingat at 11.30 a.m. The Warden (Rev. W. W. Poole Hughes, M.A.) intoned the sen-ice, and the lesson was read by the Rev. E. J. M'Clellan, M.A. The anthem, "Praise the Lord, <) Jerusalem" (Dr. Hall), was sung by the Coi. lege Choir, under the direction of Mr. J. H. Vniter, B.A., Mus. Bac. The Rev. Canon Westacott, M.A., headmaster of Sherborne, preached a scholarly sermon. He took as his text: "By their fruits ye shall know them." The rev. gentleman, who seemed much affec- ted, concluded by referring to the death of hi- father, the Bishop of Durham. "It is uut three days ago," he said ,"that God took away to Himself the very best of fathers and best of friends that ever a man had. And I hardly could have dared to stand where I do to-day had it not been ever my privilege to not in that wonderful life (since1 first I could take notice of anything at all) a perfectly unswerving and unflagging devotion to duty. There are those to whom it might seem to savour of disrespect to a noble father dead that the son who knew him best (I dare not say 'loved him most') should stand in a pub- lic place to bear his part, while his body was still unburied. Believe me, my dear boys, it i" no disrespect; it is rather the contrary. Because he is gone from me and left me the splendid legacy of a life that I cannot forget, I would wish to do my duty as I may and to follow in his steps as he fol- lowed Christ. And I wish I could have spoken as he would have spoken to you. But in saying this, at least I snail be giving you a last message from the departed. There is but one thing in life that can bring happi- ne-s—it is to follow Christ. There is but one thing in death which can bring peace and comfort it is to be found 'in Him.* As my father lay a-dying, speaking with utmost difficulty, he asked for two prayers to be said. The one was the 'General Thanksgiv- ing' and the other was the prayer of 'Humble Access" from Holy Communion ser- vice. it seemed to me very beautiful and in- expressibly touching. After 70 years of such service as falls to but few men, he wished to thank 'Our Father' for all His love and mercy: after 70 years' service he committed his soul to God and to his Christ, in perfect humility and in perfect childlike trust. May we, too, in our turn, die the death of the righteous, and may our last end be as his. Only one thing must come first: We must live, a- best we may, the righteous life ,and by God's grace produce the fruits of right- eousness." Luncheon was partaken of by a large com- pany, after which the prize-distribution took place in the school-hall. General sir Hills- Johnes. G.C.B., V.C., presided, and amongst those present were Lady Hills-Johnes, the Lord bishop of St. David's and Mrs. Owen, and Mrs. Johnes, of Dolaucothy, Sir .1. ana Miss Gladys Llewelyn, Lady Parker, Lady Sladen, Mrs. Ben Evan- Mr., Mrs., and Miss Buckley, Mr. and Mrs. Bishop, the Rev. J. M. and Mr-. Griffiths the Rev. and Mrs. Lincoln Lewis, the Kev. W. L. and Mns. Prothet oe, the Rev. and Mrs. Carne-Williams, the Rev. T. B. Williams, Miss Whitehead, and many of the gentry of the district. A goodly number of old boys turned up to sup- port the new warden—himself an old boy. Messrs. C. P. Lewis, D. W. Evans (Cardiff), J. P. Sinnett (Swansea), Archdeacon Pro- theroe, the Rev. Ebenezer Jones, Missrs. W. H. Jones, Frank Morgan, W. A. Williams, D. T. Lewis, and others were present. The gallant Chairman was loudly ap- plauded on rising to open the meeting, he said it afforded him deep pleasure to wel- come the new Warden to Llandovery College. He was sure Mr. Hughes would more than maintain the splendid traditions of the school. (Applause.) The late Warden had left a permanent mark of his work in the records of the College. (Applause). THE WARDEN S REPORT. The Warden said :—We have at la^t come to the end of an unusually long term, con- cerning which there is little to chronicle. Since the last annual gathering, the shool has been passing through a very critical period, for last Christmas the Rev. Owen Lvans, atter 11 yeaig of the most honourable and distinguished work, accepted the import- I ant living at Carmarthen, following a pre- cedent created by another distinguished Vvar- (teu-ttie Bishop of St. Asaph. Ladies and gentlemen I used often in past years, when i heard of this continued and remarkable success of the school to ask myself the ques- tion-what is the secret of its success t I am now in a better position to answer. There are many causes, but perhaps the most powerful of all is the continuity of the War- dens and the continuity of the college staff. (Applause). Each succeeding Warden has had not only the generous support, but has also had the friendship and mature advice of his predecessor to fail back upon. (Hear, hear). I am proud and happy to think that 1 am starting my work, at least, not at a disadvantage in this respect. Again, the continuity of the staff — and here 1 nnd it ditticult to speak in their presence. When 1 remind you that Mr. McCIeiian and Mr. Winter had begun their work for Llandovery when I was still at school here, and Mr. Richards, Mr. Gregory, and Mr. ixmght not long afterwards, you will understand what i mean. <Applause). The long list of Uni- versity and other distinctions that have crowned their efforts has given us a distin- guished place among the schools of the Cnited Kingdom. (.Loud applause). The thought which is uppermost to-day in the mind- c'f those interested in Llandovery, is that of the new buildings. The school has grown largely, but the buildings have not kept pace, and great difficulties have con- sequently arisen from time to time, which have always been successfully met by the organising genius of my predecessor. Now, these difficulties are in a fair way of being laid to rest for ever. for the Trustees having the best interests of the School at heart, and confidence in the justice of its claims, have decided to start the buildings this autumn- trusting that once the actual building is started, those interested will come forward to help and carry the work to a worthy con- clusion. The new building will include a dining hall and kitchens, class-rooms and dormitories. Besides these, we stand in sore need of a new laboratory, fives courts, work- shops, etc., and an extension of the hall. My great hope and firm belief is that the Welsh people are no less public-spirited than the people of Scotland, and that once the buildings have been started, many people will be uplifted to take their part in the refoundirig of Llandovery College. (Ap- plause). It is only those who have worked in schools which are fortunate in possessing good buildings, fully realise how important a part they play in education. Of the past two terms there is little to be said. I am deeply thankful to be able to say that Llan- dovery still maintains its excellent record of immunity from epidemic- and illness. On the subject of work and of games I think I may safely claim that we have displayed con- siderable vigour. Some in one department, some in the other-and a large number in both. Our old-time friends from Brecon were our guests this term. The match was thoroughly enjoyable—none the less that we had the good fortune to win. The Lord Bishop of St. David's said he associated himself most heartily with what the Chairman had so happily said by way of welcome to the Warden. (Applause). He (the speaker) had every reason to be con- cerned about the appointment, but when he heard that the Rev. Poole Hughes had been selected, lie felt they had the right man for the right place. (Applause). He was sure Llandovery would prosper under the new Warden. The late Warden was a man of great ability, who gave whole-hearted devo- tion to the work of the College. (Applause). EXAMINER'S REPORTS. The examiner's reports were read, as fol- lows Professor Waltas, who examined the upper forms in classics, reported as follows-.— Form VI.—I have noticed a general im- provement in the higher work of the upper division of this form since last year. This is especially the case in composition and general knowledge. The lower division has also shown good and careful work, and I find a marked improvement in the general re- sults. In both divisions the character for accuracy in the elementary work has been maintained on the whole, and show very careful preparation and supervision. Several have done their work excellently. The work of the fifth form also shows careful ground- ing. The results, considering the examina- tion was in the main on unprepared work, are satisfactory, and~Iiave shown there are some very promising boys in the form. English—Mr. Beeching: -The work, with the exception of two or three, was very praise- worthy. The Hamlet and the Burke papers were especially well done. Langman and Green sent in by far the best essays, and these were very creditable. Divinity-Principal Bebb :-The impres- i sion conveyed by the papers was that the boys had a fair general knowledge of the facts. Of the senior boys Bowen, Green, M. E. Davies, and A. W. Davies did best. The lower certificate candidates seemed to have a good knowledge of the text of the book. Two boys—Brigstoe^?e and Pugh-did good papers in the general and special books. French—Professor Spiers:—On the whole, very satisfactory in every part of the paper. History—Mr. F. C. Montague:—Speaking generally, I may say that the Roman history reached a very creditable average, and that eeveral answers, particularly in the special paper, might be termed excellent. The Eng- lish history papers for the lower certifi-jate exhibited much variety. Several were dis- tinctly creditable. Science—Mr. Allen F. Walden, New Col- lege, Oxford:—In chemis-try the practical work is very good, especially that of Wil- liams. The organic paper is very well done, and leads me to think that the subject has been very well taught indea#. In the inor- ganic paper, M'Murtie is the best. In phy- sics, the paper- on electricity and magnetism are very fair. The boys write clearly, and, on the whole, accurately. The paper on heat from M'Murtie is excellent, and that in optics nearly as good. Welsh—Rev. J. Phillips:—I was very much impressed by the neatness and general accu- racy of the work done. With few exceptions the marks obtained were high, and showed unmistakable signs, of careful teaching. Mathematics—Professor Hudson. Jesus College, Oxford: Thf work seems to be fairly satisfactory on the whole. The most pleasing feature is some good work sent in by the best boys. Bowen gained full marks in one paper. His work is good; so is some of Powell's. THE PRIZE LIST. Sir John Llewelyn, another Trustee, then distributed the prizes, amidst loud cheering, in accordance with the following list :— Form VI.—Latin: Lidbury. Greek: M. E. Davies. Composition: M. E. Davies. Divinity. A. L. Green. Roman History: Lidbury. English literature: A. L. Green. English history: T. W. Langman. Form VI.—B.—Latin: F. Davies. Greek- F. Davies. Divinity: G. Bowen. Engli- literature: F. Davies. Form V.—Latin: Brigstoc-ke. Greek: G. A. Williams. Divinity: Brigstocke. His- tory: Brigstocke. Cefnfaes: Pugh. Form V. (Modern): —English: Fieliien. History: A. G. Reed. Cefnfaes: W. M. Roberts. Form IV. — Latin: W. O. Spurrell. Divi- nity: G. W. Langman. History: W. H. Parry. Cefnfaes: F. J. Newton. Form III.—Latin: R. B. Llewelyn. His- tory and Geography: A. Smith. Divinity: B. Collins. Cefnfaes: R. B. Llewelyn. Form II. A.—Latin: C. L. Mason. His- tory and Geography: C. L. Mason. Divi- nity: L. A. Williams. Cefnfaes: W. Rees. Form II. B.—Latin: D. T. Evans. His- tory and Geography: 1. A. Davies. Cefn- faes: R. G. Pritchard. Mathematical Prizes.—School Prize: G. Bow-en. Mechanics: K. M'Murtie. Divi- sion ii. a: H. Griffiths. Division ii. b: A. D. Jones. Division iii. a: G. C. Seymour. Division iii. b: A. Smith. Division iv.: R. G. Pritchard. Division v.: D. T. Evans. Science Prizes.—The sc-hoo'! prizes — (a) Chemistry: K. M'Murtie; (b) Physics: K. M'Murtie. Set i., Chemistry: R. D. Parry. Set ii., chemistry: A. Havard. Greek Sets.—Set ii.: R. K. Williams. Set iii.: A. K. Owen. Set iv.: 1. A. Davies. English Sets.—Set ii.: F. Rowland. Set iii.: R. G. Pritchard. French.—Form vi.: Lidbury. Form v.: Brigstocke. Form v., modern: C. F. Clea- ver, Form iv.: T. W. Powell. Form iii: R. B. Llewelyn. Form ii. a: W. Rees. Form ii. b: L. Richards. Welsh.—Form vi.: Reed. Form v.: D. J. Morgan. Division i.: R. D. Wiliiams. Divi- I sion ii.: J. A. Davies. Division iii.: T. D, Rees. Sir John Llewelyn said the Rev. Poole Hughes was following in the footsteps of very eminent men, who deserved well of Llan- dovery and of Wales. It was the duty of all to help to maintain the fine traditions of the College, which had done more than any other school of its kind in the United Kingdom. Sir John moved a vote of thanks to Canon Westcott for his great kindness in coming there under such distressing circumstances. His kindness would be of great service to Llandovery because he had told them of his friendship with the warden, and, in so doing he had linked England and Wales together, and Llandovery with himself. The vote was received with most enthusias- tic cheering, and Canon Westcott, in ack- nowledging, spoke in most eulogistic lan- guage of the work which the warden had car- ried on side by side with him for eight years. at Sherborne. He hoped to again visit Llan- dovery before long, and when he did he trus- ted he would discover that certain things had happened. He wanted to see the new buildings very badly—(loud applause)-and knowing, as he did. how very rich South Wales was, he would be very much sur- prised if any difficulty would be found in raising the necessary sum still remaining- some £ 3,000—to carry out the original plan. He also wanted to see a school chapel built. (Applause). And yet, at the same time, he knew how much of the very best of the life of a school must centre round it.s chapel. (Hear, hear). He had never before been privileged to stand up to make a speech on any prize day with a V.C. in the chair—(pro- longed applause)—and it seemed to him that, seeing they had one' of England's bravest sons a-s their chairman—(renewed applause)— and a friend and brother-in-arms of the greatest soldier that England could boast to-day, the noble Lord Roberts—(tremendous cheering)—it seemed to him. might he say? a quite absurd thing that they had no school corps. (Applause). Do let them have a school corps at once. (Hear, bear). They would have the privilege that they in Sher- borne could hardly enjoy—they would have a V.C. to review them in the person of Sir James Hills-.Tohnes, and he dared say the time would come when Sir James would bring his brother-in-arms, the Commander- in-Chief to review them also. (Applause). His fervent hope was that all those things would come to pass before his next visit to Llandovery. Canon Westcott concluded by offering the warden his warmest wishes for the future welfare of the college. Cheers for General Sir HillsJohnes and Lady Johnes, the Warden, and others, con- cluded the proceedings. HONOURS LIST. The Warden then referred to the honours, and submitted the following list for the past twelve months: G. Bowen, Mathematical Scholarship. Christ's College, Cambridge. K. M'Murtie, Science Exhibition, Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge. A. L. Green, M. E. Davies, and S. H. Lockyer, Classical Exhibitions, Jesus Col- lege, Oxford. Eighteen higher certificates, Oxford and Cambridge Board, with seven distinctions, and eight Lower Certificates, Oxford and Cambridge Board, with ten first classes:- H. R. V. Ball, first-class Final Science School Oxford; 1. O. Griffiths, first-class Final Mathematical School, Oxford; J. C. Crocker, first-class Final Science. Oxford; D. J. Richards, thirteenth Wrangler; D. J. Rich- ards, Leston Exhibition, JE50. Trinity Col- lege, Cambridge; C. Brigstocke, Middle Temple Exhibition; F. G. Williams, first- class Final Classical School, Oxford; E. A. T. Roberts, second-class Final Classical School, Oxford; D. J. Lewis, second-class Mathematical Moderations, Oxford; T. Price second-class mathematics at moderations, Oxford; J. A. Davys, second-class Final His- tory School, Oxford.
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NEATH & DISTRICT. NOTES BY WATCHMAN. I AN INVITATION. Mr. M. Rowed writes me as follows :—"J^f you will look at the Prayer Book version of the two verses in question (verses 1 and 2 of Psalm 140) and then apply them to me, perhaps you may be able to recognise their suitability." Mr. Rowed can hardly do a better thing than refer one to so excellent a channel of help and comfort as the Book ot Common Prayer, and I thank him for this good office. The words to which my esteemed correspondent invites my notice are Deliver me, 0 Lord, from the evil man and preserve me from the wicked man: Who imagine mischief in their hearts and stir up strife all the day long." ANOTHER REFERENCE. I turn to another reference on my own account, that is to say without the guidance of the directing finger of Mr. Rowed, I turn to the famous translation into English verse of the Psalms of David by Nahum Tate and Nicholas Brady. Here I find the following Preserve me Lord, from crafty foes, Of treacherous intent And from the sons of violence, On open mischief bent. Their sland'ring tongue the serpent's sting In sharpness does exceed; Between their lips the gall of asps And adder's venom breed. Preserve me, Lord, from wicked hands, Nor leave my soul forlorn, A prey to sons ot violence, Wno have my ruin sworn. The proud for me have laid their snare, And spread their wily net With traps and gins whet e'er I move, 1 tiuu my steps beset. I FAIL. Really, Mr. Rowed, I fail to see that the words of either translation upply to you. It will vex me beyond measure to think that you assume that I regard you as one who imagines mischief in his heart, and that you stir up strife all tue day long. You are not a crafty loe," and I am prepared to make aso,emn declaration before our Co,of Magistrate, if necessary, that ycu are not a" son of violence." Indeed, you are, I think, the exact oppusite or "a son of violence." All the same, I feel that I am only able to write from my own unhappily slight knowledge of Mr. Rowed, and it I had to make the declaration hereinbefore mentioned, I should be obliged to use the qualifying phrase to the best of my knowledge and belief." THE DEPTHS. You must know better than I, and better than any human being, what there is in the depths of your heart, ana whilst you make investigations in the vast ocean of inquiry, I must respectfully remain outside. But as I have already intimateu, I do not think any monsters will be found in the submarine depths to which I have made allusion. INTROSPECTION. I am assured by some who are almost inclined to dogmatise on the point that much good is derived irom the cultivating of a habit of intro- spection. I shall be interested to know what the practical outcome of Mr. Bowed's diving opera- tions proves to be. HOME AGAIN. Mr. J. Taliesin Davies, the well-known solicitor, traveller, and lecturer has returned home, and his feet are once more on his native heath. In seveateen days he travelled by rail, by water, and by road-tor the latter chartering either a carriole, a stolkjaerre, a vogan, or a landau—I say he travelled in all 1,652 and three- quarter miles. Perhaps it was a little more or less than the mileage I have given, but that is of no consequence. OF CONSEQUENCE. What is of consequence is the fact that the traveller is home again—that our own Taliesin once more beams at Neath upon all and s unary. And he has come home hale and hearty as a Sea. captain. Consideriug that he has spent mucu time in, near or upon the aea, it is not surprising that there should be a dash ot salt water (so to speak) about our distinguished townsman. But I am torgetting to say that our Talie.-in has been to Norway, and that Norway was as much pleased with him as he was with Norway. He says that during his sojourn in the "Laud of the Midnight Sun he enjoyed all the comforts to which he is accustomed at home, whilst at the sau.e time he was storing his mind with a fresh supply of facts, and with new stores of information. When I think of all that Mr. Davies has s en in his t,ravels,land of ti.e myriads of mental impressions which he must have received, 1 marvel at the apprehensn eness and capacity of his mind. and sometimes I tremule lest, so loaded with facts he should fail to maintain his cerebral symmetry. SUCCESS. He has, been most successful in doing so up to t the present, ana I suppose tnat with health and strength continued to him he may go on adding to his stores to an indefinite extent. His intellectuality is not the least of tie attractions ef "Our Own Taliesin." EXCUSE ME. Excuse me if you please, assist my Muse. Home again Spared the perils of weeks, Spared of smooth seas, and Norway land. And men look in his eyes, once, ViICt: again, Hear his voice, and grasp his hand. Not changed the least, least bit in the world, Not uged a day, as it seems to me The same sweet iace, the same old Tal Just the same as he used to be.
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BIRTHS MARRIAGES AND D BATHS MARRIAGES. Macdonnell—Sutherland.—On the 31st ulto., at All Saints' Church, Llanelly, by the Rev. M. Thomas, Arthur Ash by Macdonne! of Swansea to Katie Sutherland, Pembrey-r01.d, Llanelly. Davies—Barlow—On the "Slat July, at St. Tyfaelog Parish Church, Pontlottyn, by the Vicar, the Rev. Thomas Reea, M.A., assisted by the Rev. W. A. Dutton, B.A., Benjamin Owen, eldest son of W. A. Davies. of Iscoed. Swansea. and grandson of the late R-v. Benjamin Owen. Zoar, Merthyr, to Anna, widow of the late Thomas Barlow. C.E.. of Cuttack. India. Davies-Hughes .On 31st July, 1901, at Philadelphia (C.M.), Morriston. by the Rev. D. Pr;ton Evans, assisted by the Rev. Taihiron Davies (uncle of the bridPKroom), ard the Rev. D. T. Griffiths, M.A., 'Villiam Davies, head- master of Morriston Boys' School, to Catherine, daughter of Thomas Hutrbes, Morriston, and head- mistress of Morriston Girls' School. (No Cards). DEATHS. MofTat.-On the 30th July. at 5, Burman-street, Swansea, Dinah Moffat, widow of the late Alex- ander Turner Moffat. Jsiikins.—'Oil the 25th inst., at his resi- dence, 1, Stanley-terrace, Rhyddings, Thos. Jenkins, clerk, Swansea. Harbour Trust; aged 30 years. IN MEMOAIASI. Morgan.-In loving remembrance of my dear father. Mr. Erlmund Morgan, tailor, of 33, Waterloo-street, Swansea, who died August 1st 1900. Until the day dawns and the shadows flee away."
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THE TRADE OF THE PORT AND DISTRICT. SRACIAL REPORT BY OlJR. OWN CORRESPONDENT SWANSEA, THURSDAY. The trade of the port, which in the early part of the week promised to be active, tell away considerably later. Compared with the same period of last year, the imports reach but one third, but on the other hand there is a substantial increase in exports. Tonnage was only in limited supply. The entries of shipping in ballast amount to 19,104 tons, compared with 25,785 tons the previous week, and 21,353 tons last year. The imports include-France, potatoes, pitwood, general, <ic.: Spain, iron ore.; Hamburg, general; Belgium and Holland, general Canada, deals; Newfoundland, copper ore. Coal shipments include—France, 21,655 tons Spain, 1,320 tons Sweden, 1,150 tons Germany, 1,410 tons; Holland, 3,245 tons Italy, 6,820 tons; San Francisco, 3,000 tons, Patent fuel-France, 1,470 tons; Spain. 3,450 tons Austria, 250 tons Italy, 2,500 tons Egypt, 3,063 tons Algeria, 2,900 tons Chile, 1,000 tons. Clearances of tin-plates and general goods. France, 137 tons; Portugal, 460 tons: Italy, 350 tons Holland, 670 tons. IMPORTS, Coastwise-Steel scrap, 211 tons lead ore, 100 tons pitch. 380 tons pitwood, 80 tons building material, 72 tons sundries, 625 tons. IMPORTS, Foreign — France, pitwood, 1,050 tons potatoes, 169 tons general, 200 cons Bilbao, iron ore, 1,500 tons Belgium and Holland, general, 300 tons Hamburg, general, 300 tons Canada, deals, 1,341 loads Newfoundland, copper ore, 2,673 tons. Imports 9,057 tons, and exports foreign 56,935 tons, compared with 27,042 tons, and 49,818 tons respectively last year. EXPORTS FOREIGN.—Coal, 40,685 tons; patent fuel, 14,633 tons; and tinplates and general goods, 1,617 tons.
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fc AiSHJLON NOTES. [By MESSRS. BEN EVANS AND CO., LIMITED, SW ANSEA. | Many and varied are the exceedingly charming materials offered at present, the difficulty which oppose us being to (leeiee which amongst them all we shall set our affections on permanently. There are soft coloured embroidered linens whica are most captivating and made up into lovely toilettes, each and all showing a touch of black somewhere in their construction, without which *$>9 teat AlJSêm ble" is Yncau undoubtedly in- sipid and ineffective. Pale heliotiOpo and an exquisite tons of pink arc the tones must patron- ised, but We have seen some shades of blue wnioa Were most dainty. There are some very charming hats for young girls of Leghorn stravs with tne wide brim dipp- ing over the eyes, whjch ensures sufficient pro- tection for the face from the glare reflected lrom the surface of the water or the roads. These are generally trimmed by a wreath ot daises or roses i with possibly a bow of black velvet ribbon at the back caught in the centre by. an ornamental buckle. We recently saw a very pretty sample of the capeline mace of lace with a full frill lace- edged round the tace making it resemble strik- ingly a lamp shade. A piece of narrow black Teivet surrounded the beefeater crown, and a cluster of shaaed foliage was arranged to rest OIl the hair, where the bandeau gave it an up- ward tilt. It was worn l'y a maiden with dusky tresses and a brightly tinted complexion, and the result was charnung. In purchasing musiin gowns it is advisable to select a fairly good quality, as the cheaper varieties soon crush and lose their colour. One very handsome dress of this style had a z.g-zug pattern on tue surtace in pale grey of a bluish shade, outlined by a very narrow line of black. The boaioe WtW; made with a short bolero bordered with black lace, ana a broad fitted band oi puito areuu siiii covered with black applique finished the waist. It was worn with a large black hat showing a touch of green leaves in it. The s-kirt was tight-fitting and fitted the upper part of the figure closely, flowing thence in numerous small flounces, each edged with narrow black insertion. The toilette was an exceedingly successful one. If one can obtain a really well-shaped skirt already made it is a great saving of work to the heme dressmaker, but there are some figures to whom the majority of these are not suited, and who Erefer to make them tnemselves. Of course in aying the material by the yard one gets a much better quality than otherwise, and has an infinitely greater range of patterns to select from. It takes (for an ordinary figure) about twelve yards of muslin, and this quantity is sufficient to allow of several cross-cut trills for the edge of the skirt and a full gathered bodice. A favourite finish for many of these pretty gowns consists of a dainty fichu of muslin edged with frills finished with lace, the fichu being draped across tne shoulder and tucked into the wa'stband in front. The sleeves, whish terminate just below the turn of the elbow, have depending frills matching those of the fichu. The material employe I is green spotted muslin, and the lace is interthreaded with narrow green satin ribbon, while a black velvet bow finishes the front of tue fichu and a narrow velvet band the waist. Worn with a much frilled Capeiine and a skirt to match it makes a charming toilette. Blou -es are quite as much worn as ever, but in the case of muslin or foulard gowns j are always made of the same material as the skirt, The slip of white washing silk or satin with a transparent yoke of lace affords such comfortable wear on the hottest sumiuer days that one feels it necessary to condone the popu- larity which ensures its banishment from the wardrobes of fashionable society. Still it is not everyone who is willing to give up a becoming and cumfortable garment just because nearly everyone else possesses the same, and so we may expect to encounter it on all occasions through- out the remainder of tHe summer season. A Very pretty one was expressed in pale blue satin of a very soft and good quality, and a transpar- ent yoke of creamy lace with a hint of twine colour in its shade, It made a pleasing variety from the ubiquitous white and cream coloured blouses.
J.BERA VOX BOROUGH POLICE…
J.BERA VOX BOROUGH POLICE COURT. Monday. (Before Mr. Charles Jones and Mr. T. D. Evans). Drunk and Disorderly, and Assaulting the Police,-—For thi- offence Samuel Howells, a young fellow of Aberavon. was fined El llg. including cost". Constable Harris was the informant. Mr. Trevor Hunter defended. and made an eloquent appeal to the justices to deal leniently with Howell, as he had promised to turn over a new leaf..
SWANSEA SCHOOL BOARD.
SWANSEA SCHOOL BOARD. THE REMOVAL OF MR. W. O. WILLIAMS. ANOTHER DEPUTATION. A meeting of the Swansea School Board took place on Wednesday afternoon. Present the Chairman (Mr. D. Roberts), Miss Dillwyn, Mi,s Brock, Mrs. Thos. Freeman, Revs. Jno. Pollock, and Thos. Morris, Messrs. Jas. Wignall, J. Devonald, Evan Griffiths, A. E. Siedle, W. E. Harris, G. H. Colwiil, H. D. Williams, D. Harris, and the Clerk (Mr. A. W. Halden). Another deputation attended to Iplase their views before the Board with regard to the proposal to transfer Mr. W. O. Williams from Terrace-road School to Ynystawe. The Rev. Casnodyn Rees was the first to address the meeting. He said he and the others were there at the request of a large and enthusiastic publie meeting held on inionday night. The petition they brought with them had been signed by 350 persons, consisting cf fathers, mothers or guardians of the children attending the school. All the parents had been called upon and only six had refused to sign. The petition stated that the parents were entirely satisfied with the progress made by their children, and that they believed that the moral influence of Mr. Williams would be of lasting good to them. Having read the resolution unanimously passed at the meeting, the speaker went on to sayu that he fully appre- ciated the difficulty and delicacy of the task before the Board, having formerly had some experience of school work as a manager of the Westham School, London. He did not know Mr. Williams personally, but his children went to the Terrace-road School, and he was perfectly satis- fied with tneir progress. It seemed to him that the Board were dismissing Mr. Williams without giving him any warning, which was not exactly the right thing to do. The 1ev. Sinclair Evans said it was deeply to be regretted that the appeal of the residents of Terrace-road district a month ago was so uncere- moniously set aside by the Board. They were then deeply in earnest, and they were still more so that day. During the present month the Board had caused certain investigations to be made, and he thought that as a result the character and the effic ieney of Mr. Williams had been presented in a more favourable light than ever. The Rev. 1 udor Jones pointed out that the de- putation did not come there in a spirit of defi- ance, but ia a state of humility-a humility, however, combined with strength. They felt that a grave injustice was being done, and it was the Board's duty to show sufficient reasons for their action. They would not for a moment :mpute ulterior motives, but before the Board took the final step that day it was ab-olutely necessary for thera to pause if they did not want to enlarge tile gulf which already existed between themselves and the public. Judging from a letter written to the Press by a member of that Bvard-the Rev. Watkms Edwards-the step they were taking amounted to a vote of censure on Mr. Williams, and if that was the case, it was only their duty to give some reason for their action. In further remarks, the rev. gentleman opined that the Boaid had overlooked the influence Mr. Williams exerted over the children in an ethical or moral I sehstj. Mr. Wignall then moved that Mr. W. 0, { Williams be given a year's trial at TerfaCfi-road School (boy's department), and that the future action ot the Board be determined by the reports of the inspector. In a lengthy speech, he said he acted under the conviction that a grave act of injustice was being done, and felt all the strouger on the matter on account of the fact tnat it had been sprung upon them so that Mr Williams haj no opportunity to defend himself. Referring to the Rev. W. Edward's letter to the Press, Mr. Wignall said he was sorry the rev. gentleman was not present. For he thought it was unfair that he (the rev. Mr. Edwards) should have made statements, which he must have known were mis- leading, with reference to the loss in grants on the school. At least he should have explained the abnormal conditions under which the loss was sustained. Mr. W. O. Williams nad done honest, consistent work, and had given his best service in the interests of the children and the school. Miss Dillwyn's attitude in regard to the subject was the same that day as heretofore she held that Mr. Williams ought to be given a year's trial at Terrace-road uj.der the new conditions. If at the end of that time he was found wanting she would be the first tj advocate his removal. Mr. W. E. Harris, as Chairman of the Man-ige- ment Committee, explained that the subject had been thoroughly thrashed out. That the members who advocated the removal of Mr. Williams did not do so out of spleen or spite they had shown by offering him the same salary at Yynys- tawe as he had received at Terrace-road. It had been imputed that Mr. William's removal had been done for motives. Mr. Wignall had told him that it had been stated that he had voted for his removal because he wished to promote a friend. The Rev. T. Morris: Shame Mr. Harris challenged them to prove it. He had simply acted with a desire to improve their educational work. Mr Harris then read the inspec- tor's reports on the schools. Upon such reports they maintained that Mr. Williams was not fit to manage Terrace-road, and they felt justified in the action they took. The Rev. Thomas Morris said the Rev. W. Edwards, who was away, had written asking him to pair with him, and as the rev. gentleman would have travelled back if he had not con- sented, he agreed to comply with the teqae-t. Other members Laving spoken, the Chairman I remarked that much more bad been made of the matter than it really deserved. It was not fair for Mr. Wignall te re-open the case in the absence of fresh facts. If they reversed their previous decision they might give up all hope of carrying on the work of the Board. All the reports read by Mr. Harris wete unsatisfactory, but that of 1900 was the worst report of all the schools under the Board. As for the threat that had been held over their heads, it would have no weight with him. (Hear, hear.) The voting, which resulted in a majority of three against Mr. Wignall's motion, was as follows For-J. Wignall, J. Devonald, G. H. Colwill, Miss Brock, Miss Dillwyn. Again,t- The Chairman, Mrs. Freeman, Rev. J. Pcllcck, W. E. Harris, D. Harris, H. D. Williams, A. E. Sie ile, E. Griffiths. The Rev. T. Morris did not vote. Other Business. The Rev. T. Morris did not vote. Other Business. Three candidates for the post of as-istant mistress at the pupil teachers' centre, at a salary of zE120, appeared before the Board—Miss Sarah Reynolds, Brynmawr; Miss Mary Davies, Car- diff; and Miss Beatrice M. Jones, Swansea. Miss Reynolds was appointed. The following recommendation of the Schools Management Committee waR expunged:—" Tnat when a teacher snail through illness have been absent from school for more than 30 days, whether consecutive or not, in any one .year, a deduction be made from his or her salary for all days in excess of the said 30 days." The Management Committee recommended amended scales of salaries to be pmn to h ad teacheis and cer: ificated assistant teachers.r. Wignall and Mr. Cohvill each propose'> an amend- ment, but both were lost whereupon Mr. 'Jul II moved that £ 150, the N.U.T. scale, be p tid to male assistants. Mr. Wignall seconded, but th > also was defeated. After much discussion it w s "geed, on the motion of the chanuitm, tu ie er the whole question back. This was a!i the business of puMc inten at.
HONOURING RETURNED| WARRIORS.
HONOURING RETURNED WARRIORS. A PLEASING FUNCTION AT THE SALIaBURY CLUB. A dinner in honour of past and present members of the Salisbury Club who have served in Sou;h Afriea was held in the banqueting hall on Munjay evening. The President, Mr. Roger Beck,occupied the chair, and he was supported on his lignt by Col. C. Winston Forbes, and on his left by Capt. Ernald Richardson, The others at t..e cro;,s- table were: Sir John Jones Jenkins, Col. J. Crow Richardson, Capt. Bransby Wil- bams, Councillors H. A. Chapman, F. Bradford, D. Davies, and E. G. Protheroe. Dinner over, tne usual loyal toast was sub- nutted from the chair and duly honoured. The Chairman next g.ive "Our Boys from the Front iu a brief speech. Ha said the men went out full of the fire of their ancestors. They had suffeied trials and disappointments, but they had uone well. Some of those who had gone out had been left behind, but their memories would live amongst those who knew them here. (Applause). In conclusion, he said he was proud to welcome them back on behalf ot the Salisbury Club and ot the town as well. Capt. Eruald Richardson, who was the first called upon to respond, said althougn they nad been through some very warm times and hot corners, they had not suffered so severely in pro- portion as many other legnnents. Oapt. Bransjy Williams naviugalso responded, Colunel Forbes, the commander of the 9tti BatLalion Welsii Yeomanry, who was enthusi- astically received, recapitulated at some length the fig ii ting the various squadrons had gone through, and incidentally stated that Captain through, and incidentally stated that Captain Kicuaruson would be menttoneciin the despatches for the distinguished manner in which he led the troops on tnree days of hard fighting, also that one of tue PembtOkes-Atkinsou-would be awarded the medal for Distinguished Service in the field, on account cf having saved the life of Lieut. Basil Jones. The Chairman then presented the decorations from the club to each ot tne eleven voiunieers who had been at the front- He also asked Col. Forbes to accept one as a memento of the ecua- sion, and Capt. Winiams a hanueoine walking stiCK. The toast of "The Army, Navy, and Auxiliary Forces" was suitably proposed by Councillor D. Davies, and responded to by Col. J- C. Richard- sou, the commanding officer of tne 3rd G.V.R. Sir John Joneo Jenkins gave Our BOjs still at the Front," and, in doing so, said tne war in rioutn Africa had displayed the gallantry of their countrymen, who had shown how ready they were to sacrifice the comtorts of home, and their lives it necessary, in order to maintain the proud position we hold to-day in the world as a nation of fighters. (Hear, near). Sir John went on to remark that they wele all deeply indented to Col. Forbes for his attendance. The gallant Colonel had been very modest in hia remarks, he had given all the credit for the brave dceds that were accomplished to those who Were with him during the campaign. Seeing that Colonel ForOes IJalL been mentioned no less than seven times in despatches, such praise as he had given to the Welsh Yeomany should be especially gratifying to all concerned. (Hear, hear). Councillor Chapman responded. During the evening a capital progtamme of music was gone through- The following con- j ir.buted to tue harmony :—Mr Llewelyn Walters, JLJRD. tl. Cheetham, Air Griff. Charles, and Mr R. M. Crocker Mr Will Leslie, Mr Alec Oliveria, aud Mr W. Clarence (of the "White Coons" variety artistes), and the Swansea Imperial Glee Society. Sergeant-Major Bird and Sergeant Bell guve an exhibition fencing match, which resulted in a. victory lor tHe former. Mr. Jack Thomas acted as accompanist. The Yeomany were kindly supplied with cham- pagne, &c., by Sir John Jones Jenkins and Mr Roger Becii.
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===== SUMMER MONTHS. If you find that your system is unable to bear the oppressive ht-at, and you are almost unable to fuliolv your vocation, immediately strengthen your constitution by taking a course ot Gwilym Evans Quiuiiir .bitters. This preparation makes the weak strong, and gives new heart aud "go" to the weary tuiler. It revives the spirits and strengthens the nerves, and by giving tone to tue whole constitution wards off tevers, and many other ailments prevalent at this time of the year. No lamily should he without a bottle in the iiouse. An occasional dose, taken when feeling slightly out ot sorts, has prevented many a long illness. Gwilym Evans' Quinit.e Bitters is The Best Remedy of The Age for Weakness, Nervous- ness, Indigestion, Luw Spirits, Sleeplessness, Influenza, and Chest Affections. Gwilym Evans' Quinine Bitters is sold uy all chemists andstorea, in bottles, 2s. 9d. and 4s. 6d. each. Kefuse to eat sulsticutes. — ■
THE LIFE-BOAT SATURDAY FUND.
THE LIFE-BOAT SATURDAY FUND. RESULTS OF COLLECTIONS AND FETE. Although complete statistics are not yet obtainable, we learn that the Lite-boat Saturday Fund is calculated to benefit from the recent collections and fete and gala at the Mumbles Pier to the gratifying extent of about £âO, or about i:5U in excess of last year's taking's. The subscriptions this year amount to £ 53, as against JE31 last year, the proceeds from flower stalls are E5 in advance, and the gate receipts £30 more. The gross receipts of* the fete, taking into account the tickets sold, were £181, ana the expenses £86. £ 31 has been received irom the schools zE55 from the hotels; i.3 12s. Old. from Messrs. Vivian and Sons' workmen, and there are still to come in the part proceeds ot the amateur performances ox Ioiauthe." SCHOOL COLLECTIONS. The following are the results of this year's collection in the schools towards the Lifeboat Saturday FWld -Brynmill Girl's School, L4 5s. 6d.; Brynmill Boys^ £ 2 4s. lid.; Inter- mediate Boys'. £ 5 18s. 2d.; St. Thomas Boys' £1 Zi- St. Thomas Girls' E2 13s. 6d.; Ljvatty Boyse and Girls', £3 4s. lad.; St. Helen's, £ 1 69. 7d.; Higher Grade Boys', £3 19s 2d.; Higher Grade Girls', E2 Is1, lid.; Tc> race-road Schools, E2 7". Hd.; Danygraig Sod cols, j32. The boxes containing over 5s. ware as follows—Brynmill: Muriel Bank, 5s. lid.; Rose Soanee, 6s. 6 £ d.; Vida Jones, 13s. fgd.; Enid M. Jones, 7s. 0^d.; Gladys Heen, 5s 104d; M. E. Thornill, El 3s. 10d.; Bessie Worrall, 10s. lid.; Willie Thonxhill, £ 1 3,9. 7d.; A. Smale, 6. lOd. Higher Grade Beys: Albert Jajcnee, 17s.; Girls; Ellen Thc-rcaa, 78. 4d.; L. laewis, Sa. 41d. Inter- 11.rate Boys: Lawrence Freedman. 9s. 7d.; Julian Freednian, 5s. 9 £ d.; A. Sinclair, 7s. 6d.; Gordon Davies, £ 2 10B.; H. Richard- son, 7s. Id.; David Ladd, 10s. St. Thomas: Erneet Jones, 58. Id.; M. Williams, 6a. 6 £ d.; F. Handoook, 7s. 2 £ d.; B. Irwin, lis. 8d.; Dyvatty: S. Hughes, 5s. 8^d.; T. Pridmore, 5s. H.; A my Gabriel, 9s.; Lizzie Jones, 8s. lCgd. St. Helen's: A. Cope, 58. 6d.; B. Seh-'tswick, 6s. 3d.; Will Lewis, 5s. R. Ivor. 7s. 9d. TeJTaoe-road: Ted Simmons, 6."1. 7d. Danygraig: Val Collard, 15s.; Miss; Jaoob Jenkins, 118 2d. The prizes for the highest collections were won by the following BoTq: Gordon Daviee, Intermediate School, 1st; W. E. Thornhill, Brynmill Sohool, 2nd. Girle: M. E. Thornhill, Brynmill School, 1st; Vida Lewis. Brynmill, 2nd.
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NEATH ArGUST BANK HOLIDAY SPORTS.— Largest CasSi Prizes in Wales. Further particu- lara from the Hon. Sec., Tom G. Day.
A PINT LEMON BLANC-MANOE FREE.
A PINT LEMON BLANC-MANOE FREE. For the benefit of thot-e who appreciate a trood Blanc-Mange, we wish to make it as widely known as possible that a pint of most delicious Lemon Blanc-Mange, delicately tinted, and- ex- quisitely flavoured with Lemon, can be made from a. Id. packet of "Eiffel Tower" Lemon Blanc-Mange Powder. You should ob'ain it from your Grocer. But for those who cannot get it we may say that Messrs. Foster, Clark and Co., -4048, Eiffel Tower" Factory, Maidstone who are also the makers of the celebrated (Eiffpl Tower" Lemoned ), are wisely sending, sufficient to make a pint free on receipt of a post- card—we stiy wisely, becanset. hose who once try it, will certainly ccntinne to use it.
POLICE INSPECTION AT NEATH.
[BY OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT. ] POLICE INSPECTION AT NEATH. Capt, Terry, His Majesty's Inspector of Con- stabulary, made an inspection of the Neath Borough Police on Thursday. He complimented Chief Constable Lewis upon the smart appear- ance of the force, and also expressed his satisfac- tion at the state of the books, &c. Later he inspected the men of the D division of the Gla- morgan County Constabulary- Chief Constable Captain Lindsay was present, and there were present on parade 40 constables, 5 sergeants, and 1 superintendent- The force presented a fine appearance, and the inspector expressed his satis- faction with matters generally. NEATíI ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION. ANNUAL MEETING. The annual meeting of the Neath Football and Athletic Association was hold at the Town Hall. Neath, on Tuesday night, Mr. L. J. Kempthorne (chairman of Committee) presiding. Mr. J. Moore-Gwyn was unanimously re-elected president. The Chairman,in commenting upon the balance- sheet produced, said that the Committee had found it impossible to present to the members a detailed statement of the work of the Associa- tion for the past twelve months, as Mr. Benjamin Griffiths, who was appointed secretary in May, 1900, aud resigned towards the end of the year had not, although repeatedly asked to, furnished a proper statement of accouuts. It was true that on the day he resigned he had handed *0 the treasurer a bag containing S20 in gold, for which he had been given credit. Later, he had furnished an account, which was a shockingly bad one. It was such au account that the Committee could make neither head or tail of it. The Chairman proceeded to dissect and criticise this account, which in some cases showed disbursements con- sideiably in excess of the cheque drawn by the Committee for the expenses of the team when playing away. Mr. Tench said that he had tried to dissect the account, and the result was the document he now handed to the Chairman. That document showed that the sum of zC2 odd was due to Mr. Ben Griffiths, but from his observations the members would see that they viould in no sense rely upon the figures in Mr. Griffith's account, III the cir- cumstances all that the Committee could do was to furnish a detailed account of the receipts and expenditure of the club as from the 1st January, 1901, taking as starting point the debit balance of E351 odd, as shown by the bank book in Dec. It was obviously a most unsatisfactory account. The accounts, which showed a debit balance of Y,498 7s., were then received. Mr. Tench was cordially thanked for his excel- lent services, and was re-elected hon. see., with power to appoint a trustworthy man to accom- pany the football team when he was unable to go with them. The appointment of Mr.'Moore-Gwyn as cricket team captain was confirmed. MI. W. H. Shellard Reefl, and Mr. J. B. Williams were appointed honorary auditors. 'I CRICKET. Neath v. Bridgend.—The return match between these teams was played on the Gnoll Ground on Wednesday, and resulted in a win for Bridgend hy or.e wicket and 18 runs. Neath went first to the wicket and made a total of 124 inns. Bridg- end passed this number forthe lo-s of six wickets, and eventually won as stated. The top-scorer for Bridgend was Harry Lewis, who made 68 runs For Neath S. S. Clarke made 38 runs, and Hodges 25 not out. NEATH TOWN COUNCIL. PATTI CONCERT PROCEEDS. A meeting of the above-named Council was held on Thursday, the Mayor (Councillor L. C. Thomas) presiding. The following also were present—Aldermen H. P. Charles (ex-Mayor), Edward Davies, and W. B. Trick; Councillors E. E. Bevan, James Glass, Hopkin Morgan, W. E. Rees, B. Griffiths, E. S. Phillips, A. George, Dr. Davies, A. Russell Thomas, and Hopkin Jones. A letter was read from the Secretary to the Neath Grocers' Association, stating that it had been noticed with satisfaction that the communi- cation of the association in reference to the holding of trade exhibitions in the Gvvyn Hall had been referred to the Hall Committee. The letter proceeded to state that the association objected only to the selling of goods at such ex- hibitions. It was resolved to deal in committee with the applications (99 in number) for tue gas and water rent collectors hip. Through illness of the Town Crier,a recommend- ation that an assistant be appointed was adopted. The matter was referred to the Market Com- mittee to deal with. The resignation of Mr. W. H. Davies care- taker of the Victoria Gardens, was received and accapted. The appointment of a successor was delegated to the Streets Committee. The Medical Officer of Health (Dr. Elias) reported 18 cases of scarlet fever and two of diphtheria, There had been only two deaths from intectious diseases. For the past quarter the death-rate had been 13 6, and the birta-rate 28 7 This low death-rate and high birth-rate were indications, he pointed out, of the commercial prosperity of the district. Thn Town Clerk reported that the proceeds of the Patti concert on May 1st last. amounted to JE412 18j. 61. JE137 12s. lOd. would be allotted to each the Porthcawi R.-st, the Swansea Hospital, and the poor of Neith. Alderman H. P. Charles thought it would be well to consider the application of the money to be devoted to the poor of Neath. The term was a general one. and the matter deserved carelul consideration. S< me would probably think that a good way to help the poor would be to devote a sum to the furthering .f t^e work of the Neath Nursing Association- S -me again might wish to have the Mayor's fund augmented: a consider- able sum now stood to the credit of that fund. 1. Councillor Hopkin Morgan asked whether there had been an expression of thanks to the Town Clerk for his excellent services in connection with the concert. ^^er}c sa^ 'he committee had ac- corded Mr. D Jenkins (borough engineer) and him a vote of thanks. It was decided to discuss the apportionment of the Neath share at the next meeting of the Council The Council in committee considered the appli- cations for the post of gas and water rents col- lector, and ultimately reduced the number to six. The final selection will be made at an adjourned meeting to be held a fortnight hence. At the close of the business Councillor E. Evans Bevan made a formal presentation of his portrait to the Corporation. The portrait, which has been painted by Mr. Kennmgton, the celebrated por- trait painter, hangs in the Neath Council Chamber, in close proximity to the portraits of Councillor Evans-Bevan's father and his grandfather, both of whom filled the Neath Mayoral chair. Councillor Bevan having made the presentation, invited the members of thó Council to take wine with him. In the absence of the Mayor, who had to leave A u 11/r Z °A ,R,° aTl to attend the funeral of t, '1 ^<5^ran' .d- Charles, ex-Mayor, thanked Councillor Bevan for his gift to the town. and proposed the health of the giver Councillor Bevan responded in suitable terms, and proposed the health of the ex-Mayor. The ex-Mayor acknowledged the compliment. Councillor Dr. Davies was also toasted Ihe proceedings were much enjoyed. WEDNESDAY'S MAT?irii"r There was a large attendance at the Neath July Fair held on Wednesday, and a general clearance of supplies. The following were the ruling rates :-Best beef, lis. 6d.; other qualities, 9s. 6d. to 10s. 10d. bulls, 5d. to 5,Vd.; sheep ght weighO y.U. ewes, 6d. to 7d.; lambs (light weight), 81.; heavy, 7Jd. Pig8 were plenti- ful. Heavy 9s 6d.; light. 10s. to 10s 6d. small piss, 15s. to 30s. each. 'The cattle trade earhngs, £ 6 to £ 8 two year olds, *8,t0 i12 J barren cows, £ 8 to £ 10. The SUDDIV of horses was better than usual strong carters 8u i, Sioi £ 50; cobs, £ 25 to £ 30 two year old cobs, £ 12 to £ 25; ponies, £ 8 to £ 12.
A DELICIOUS BEVERAGE.
A DELICIOUS BEVERAGE. The most wholesome of all summer drinks is Lemonade. Two gallons can be made to perfection from a 41d. bottle of Eiffel Tower Lemonade." This well-known article is partly made in Italy in the midst of the Lemon orchards -hence its delicious flavour and wonderful cheapness. To prevent disappointment insist upon having Eiffel Tower Lemonade.
fHE GRAND THEATRE.
fHE GRAND THEATRE. THE GILL OF MY HEART." The stirring naval and military play, entitled trlrJ1 Hf. my Heart," occupies the boards of the Grand rheatre, Singleton-street, this week. The piece is well-acted and well-mounted, and triose who have a liking for thi* kind of drama should not fail to visit the Grand ere the week is out. NEXT WEEK'S ATTRACTIONS. "The Adventure of Lady Ursula," by Anthony Hope, and Count Max the Swashbuokler," by Louis N. Parker," two great successes from the Duke of York 8 Theatre, London, will be pre- sented to Swansea playgoers for the first time next week. The Adventure of Lady Ursula" is a comedy of 18th century manners, with a polished dialogue and wholesome in plot. "Count Max, the Swashbuckler" is an extremely funny romantic farce. It teems with extravagant fun, and there is a dainty story. Miss Ida Molesworth, from the Lyceum aud St. James' Theatres, London, will make a welcome first appearance at Swansea as Lady Ursula. Miss Molesworth has played t.ie part of Lady Ursula over 400 times. She will be supported by a specially selected London company, including Mr. Mark Blow. The Adventures of Lady Ursula" will be played ou Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evenings, and a special matinee on Monday if wet. Count Max the Swashbuckler will be presented on Wednesday and Thursday evenings only.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN WAR.
THE SOUTH AFRICAN WAR. ARRIVAL OF GENERAL BADEN- POWELL. General Baden-Powell arrived at South- ampton on Friday last, and was accorded a hearty reception by the mayor and corpora- tion, 0,6 well as by a. large number of admirers, who waited for hours for the arrival of the Saxon. The general in a brief speech of thanks for his cordial reception said that as soon a., he could pass muster with the doctors hp- hoped to return to South Africa to finish his. work. If there was any credit for the defence of Maf eking, it wa« due to the officers and men who oarried it out. He just hap- pened to have the luck to be senior officer. Centumpfcion Congress. aSaa.,grr BOER GENERAL KILLED. The War Office late on Sunday night issued tie following dispatch from Lord Kit- chener: — PRETORIA. Saturday (Noon). General C. Spruyt was killed trying to coss the line near Vlakfontein on the 20th. The War Office on Saturday issued the fol- lo.ving telegram from Lord Kitohener:- BRITISH FORCED BACK. PRETORIA, Friday (6 p.m.) General Stephenson reports that a deta.ch- rf c-nt of Steinacker's Horse occupied Bre- mersaorp, but were forced to evacuate it on the 24th inst. by a superior force of Boera, probably the Amsterdam and Piet Relief ecr mandos, from the south. The detach- ment fought its way to Lembolo, sixteen miles, losing about ten killed and wounded and a few missing.
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ILOCAL FIXTURES OF FORTHCOMING…
LOCAL FIXTURES OF FORTHCOMING EVENTS. Marine Excursions per Brighton." Excursions per Local Railwavs. R, V FRIDAY, Aug. 2. Public Meeting in connection with the Swansea Welsh Society, at the Royal Institution. „ MONDAY, Aug. 5. ~?IC Rehearsal by the Swansea Ebenezer Choral Society, at the Albert Hall. Comedy Company at the Grand Theatre, and during week. AUGUST 5 & 6. Par^8, Pltal Fete and Gala> at the Victoria T> T AUGUST 6, 7, 8 & 9. Royal National Eisteddfod at .Vlerthyr Tydfil. tk-cli. » THURSDAY, Aug. 8. fifth Annual Exhibition of the Mumbles Horti- cultural aud Fanciers' Society, at Norton. Eleventh Annual Exhibition of the West Gower Pen nee Srk 7 aad Dairy Sociefcy. THITRSDAY, Aug. 15 Fifth Annual Exhibition of the Swansea, Horti- cultural and Gardeners' Association, at the Swansea Market. THURSDAY, Aug. 29. United Counties Agricultural Snuw at Carmar- then. „ M FRIDAY, Aug. 30. Sheep Dog Trials at Llandovery. „ MONDAY, Sept. 2. Ath'.etic Festival and Promeuade Concert at Cwmdonkin Park. THURSDAY, Oct. 10. Evening Concert at the Albert Hall.
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