The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

EASTER, 1919. •^Why fear the night? why shrink from Death, That phantom wan? "here is nothing in heaven or earth beneath Save God and "San. Back to thyself is measured well All thou hast given; Thy neighbour's wrong is thy present hell, His Miss, thy heaven. And in life, in death in dark and light, All are in God's care: "Sound the back abyss, pierce the deep of night, And He is there. Whittier.

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WELSH EDUCATION. Sir Alfred T Davies, of the Welsh Department of the Board of Education, has done Wales a great service by pub- lishing a handbook dealing with the tiew Education Act, and giving instruc- tion to local authorities as to the pre- paration of a scheme- The only fault to be found with the new publication is its extreme wordiness, and in places this excess clouds the meaning which the writer has in view. Two words are invariably used where. one would suf- fice, and stringent sub-editing would have produced a book more easily read. The author, however, has set himself a big task and, therefore, should have all the license he requires for carrying it out. The Act puts upon the Coun- cils of Borough and County the duty of providing for the "progressive de- velopment and comprehensive organisa- tion of education," and this power, according to Sir Alfred Davies, gives to Welsh education authorities a long- desired opportunity for taking a great step forward. He is of opinion that the future of Wales will depend largely on the response- :It is with a view to assisting the Education Committees to draft their schemes that the book has been written, for the author points out that schemes must be drawn up at once, and should, 6rstlv, %ot, out thf- „ ideals of the local authority, be suffi- ciently comprehensive to enable the: Central Authority to know what each Local Education Authority is doing; and also educate the public. Briefly summarised, Sir Alfred Davies's pro- posals are bat the authorities »hould sur- vey the needs of the area, and then map out their system of education, taking first the children who leave school for work, i.e., the children of the elementary and the continuation school- The provision for specialised courses could follow subsequently- Buildings and equipment would next require attention, and in Wales he thinks arts, music, and handicraft should have more consideration. Nature work as a preliminary to agri- culture he would put high in the list, and urges that every school should have its own garden. The new feature of Continuation Schools will present a problem to rural areas—a problem that in Cardiganshire is already being tackled by the Director of Education. There is room for wide divergence of opinion regarding these schools, and Sir Alfred Davies aims rather high in suggesting subjects of culture rather than of general utility- The experience of every employer is that the- years from '14-16 might well be spent in reading, writing, and arithmetic, rather than in literature, theology, or New Testament Creek- The alternative to the Con- tinuation School is part-time education to the age of 16, compulsory to the age j of I S. The County Schools will form I an important part of any scheme, and I committees are advised to include in their schemes arrangements for work- ing with these schools. Special schools for the blind, deaf, and defective are referred to, and attention is urged to the case of the child from a Welshr speaking home. This is an aspect of education which is lost sight of in rural Wales, and one which might well re- ceive more consideration- Whatever the committees do they cannot but be hi ned by Sir Alfred Pavirs's work but it is sincerely to be hoped that they will pay particular attention to the elementary subjects and ensure that under the new condition of things an rnffe i ID"de to turn out pupi's "who can write legibly, spell correctly, sand do simple sums.

EDITORIAL NOTES. The meeting at Aberystwyth on Saturday to inaugurate the Labour party in the county was a distinct success. The speeches were per- vaded by a tone of sincerity and sweet reason- ableness. The insistence on basic principles and absence of personalities augurs well for the success of the movement. Derbyshire shows distinct signs of a revival in the lead mining industry. A number of strong companies has been formed to pursue the quest for this mineral. It is also reported that many requests have come from individual miners for permission to staker out claims. It is hoped that the mineral resources of Car- diganshire will not be allowed to remain un- developed, as there is reason to believe that the county has great stores of lead and other ores if measures are taken to work ithem for the extraction of mineral from the mines and not for the extraction of capital from investors' pockets. • Last week in this column we said that the results of the Aberystwyth Guardians elections were not altogether satisfactory," and added that personal feeling was introduced. At Monday's meeting of the Board the Chairman said that this was a reflection on the old Board Such was not the case. No mention was made of the old Board or its members. What we then said we repeat, and that was that personal feeling is regrettable in any election and that the only qualifications for the office of guardian are sympathy with the poor and a thorough knowledge of the circumstances under which they live. • • • The addition of new words to the English language is always interesting and useful as widening the means of the expression of thought. A peculiar form of lunacy which has afflicted the sillier sort of people all over^th* world has contributed the new word "Jazz" to our vocabulary. The word is of American origin and, it is suggested, that it is derived from a negro's expression of approval in say- ing "Jazz so." The real jazz band consists of pianos, clarionet, cornet, and trombone, and the tune, defined as a harmonious melody in syncopated rhythm," is supposed to imitate a." certain times noises like the skidding of a motor car. the bleat of a sheep, and the scream of a child. < < t Our American cousins are not indifferent to our national activities and prospects, as the following cutting from the "Welsh American shows. They also have a shrewd appreciation of the part that Cardiff plays in the struggle. "Cardiff," the American paper says "assumes as a matter of course that it will be the capital of Wales when home rule becomes an accom- plished fact. But Aberystwyth, Bangor and Carnarvon will doubtless have a word to say; and perhaps even Criccieth, proud of its com- manding position at the head of Cardigan Bay —and secure in its prestige as the home of the great war-winning Premier-may put in i's oar Of a surety 'twill be a merry fight! Why not war-winning Premier—may put in its car. Of a suvetv 'twill be a merry fight! Why not found a brand new capital on a site at the geographical centre of the Principality and call it Qeongertown ?' Anything to avert un- seemly jealousy." The Welsh Agricultural Council, which was inaugurated several years ago by Mr. Runci- man at Aberystwyth, has so far been meffec- tma,l in consequence of having no statutory status. In future it is expected that under the re-organisation of the Board of Agriculture, the Welsh Agricultural Council will be given a [definite statutory existence and be able to advise the Minister of Agriculture on all mat ers affecting agriculture in the Pnl^1_ pality. The scheme of re-organisation also con- templates setting up a branch office in Wales to deal directly with questions of land settlement cultivation of land, drainage, agricultural education, etc., arising in Wales as far as may be consistent with the general policy of the Board of Agriculture. This arrangement, it is said will ensure that the administration of agriculture in Wales is in accord with Welsh opinion without disturbing the unity of policy for which the President of the Board of Agri- culture is responsible. It is reported that the Prince of Wales, on being shown over slum property in Southwark, said "It is damnable." The ej acuta1 ion is not a whit too strong to characterise the awful condi ions obtaining in other districts besides Southwark. Suppose the Prince paid a visit to Pennal or Tregaron, Dolgelley or Carnarvon, or even some of the courts and alleys of Aber- ystwyth, what impressions would he form of his Principality and of its elected governors and their professed zeal for the interests of the public. The moral is plain. Those who would be free themselves must strike the blow. Those who would live under conditions befitting human beings must work out their own salva- tion. In spite of all the ameliorative agencies at work the most hopeless feature is the docility of the sufferers themselves. Signs of a. "divine discontent," however, are mani- festing themselves. The era when men and women will remain content to be herded to- gether like cattle is drawing to a close. One of the most encouraging signs is the increasing interest shown by women in local government. The Prime Minister's wife has become a mem- ber of Criccieth Council and it remains to be seen whether she will endorse the opinion of some of her male predecessors in offico that the hovels in that town are fit lodgment for work- ing men and their families • • • A case from Wales of great interest to eugenists has been heard in the King's Bench Division when the defendan-, the son of a medical man, alleged in a case of breach of promise of marriage, that -he broke off the engagement because he found that the plaia. tiff was suffering from tuberculosis. Plaintiff's counsel, on the olier hand, contended :hat plaintiff was not suffering from tuberculosis at the time of the breach and that defendant was no*, upset when told plaintiff had been in a sanatorium. Mr. Justice Lush, in directing the Jury_ characterised the action as unusual and important A contract to marry was .'ke any other contract and the party breaking it had to justify the breach. There was justifica- tion if one person was shown to be unfii. to marry; but if the promise was made with the knowledge of illness such a defence could I.ot be sustained. It did not follow because many people were rash enough to marry when tuber- culosis was attached to them and were willing to risk having children who would be disposed to the disease, and of infecting others, that a man's refusal to marry in such conditions was unreasonable or wrongful. The Jury failed to decide the point and were discharged. Practi- cally the whole of the press comments in this case botray crass ignorance of tuberculosis. c The disease is not heredi'ary, and this fact has been proved to the satisfaction of the medical profession.

JOBS FOR OFFICERS. v There are jobs for officers. There are good jobs going in the profession and businesses, and there is no reason why a qualified officer should not be put in touch with the openings now offering. These are some of the im- mediately available vacancies registered with the Appointments Department whose concern it is to re-settle the officer class in civil life. London wants 80 qualified accountants at sal- aries from E250 to £500; an assistant secret- ary and chief accountant in another town is offered £500. Agents, travellers, salesmen, and buyers are wanted ;n twenty places at sal- aries round about £ 300; architects and surveyors can command sound salaries, and there are splendid berths available in estate and land agency, with remuneration up to £ 1,000. Insurance offetrs many good openings for live men, and there are vacancies for solicitors, commercial men, educationalist salaries reach- ing as high as £ 1,000 but generally round about £ 300 to £ 400 mark. Enegineering is a s'jrong bidder for good men, and the salaries are very favourable, while under the leading medicine and dentistry, ophthalmic, veterinary sur- geons and chemists there is a wide range of requirements. The method adopted is to invite employers to state their requirements, salaries, etc., on- the appropriate form. This goes to form a register of candidates. Tn this way situations in all parts of the country are brought to the notice of candidates, say in South Wales, The employer is asked to state what is the limit of physical disability beyond which it is impossible to engage a man. In this em- ployers are generous, so that the armless or leg-less man is not debarred from occupations not requiring much physical activity.

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Saving the Children. SPEECH BY LADY RHONDDA. Speaking at a meeting of the National League of Health, Maternity, and Child Welfare at the London Guildhall on Monday, Lady Rhondda said the Ministry of Health Bill, for which they had all worked, was on bhe' eve of' accomplishment, having passed through its various stages in the House of Commons. They looked into a future that Commons. They looked into a future that seemed rosy wiLh visions of a nation- which was at last awake to the fact that it must concentrate first and, foremost on questions of health if it was to achieve the happiness and success which it, could achieve. The future they foresaw was one in which the best means for securing health and preventing disease would be available to every citizen, irrespective of his or her position, and by right and not by favour. (Cheers). They had visions of a time when the actions of the new Ministry of Health should have brought fruit, and a generation should be born which would have a fair start and a fair chance of being strong, healthy, and vitally alive to an extent which they could scarcely even conceive to-day. For her own part, she had taken great interest in the work that lay before the Ministry, believ- in that there was a large section of the com- munity which had a gift to give to the health of the nation, the gift of labour for the general welfare, which could be exerted and developed till every ounce of human power there was in the nation was utilised for the great object of maintaining a strong race. Those who had worked for the estab- lishment of a Ministry of Health had not obtained all they wanted, but she felt that Major Astor's promise in the House of Com- mons last week that the Peoples' Council should consist- at least one-half of women promised great things. (Cheers). The Peoples' Council would be a useful piece of machinery, for it would keep watch on the Ministry of Health to see how far it fulfilled the hopes that had been built upon it, and, be a means of concentrating attention on publio health. (Cheers).

LLANFIHANCEL-Y CREUDDYN. The Rev. J. Rhys Davies, M.A., chaplain of the forces in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Pales- tine, has returned home to the Vicarage. On Sunday morning he preached at the Parish Church and intoned the service at Llantrisant in the afternoon. Mr. Davies will preach nex" Sunday (Easter) at St. Mary's, Aberystwyth, in the morning, and at St. Michael's in the even- ing. He joined ,he army voluntarily; was at the front for two years, and went through the big push in Palestine. He travelled 600 miles in Mesopotamia.

MACHYNLLETH. The annual meeting of the Board of Guard- ians was held on Wednesday.—Mr. Edward HugheR, was appointed chairman land Ml*. Richard Jones, vice-chairman.—The Clerk, in submitting his estimates for the year, said there was E769 in hand and after paying ex- penses there would be a balance of E141 8s.- 8d. The receipts were £ 559, the Local Government Board having made a grant of £ 402. A 9d. rate a farthing less than last year would suf- fice. Out-relief last year amounted to E982 as compared with £ 698 in 1914. In his opinion I a saving of E200 per annum had been effected by the closing of the workhouse. Mr. M. E. Francis was appointed chairman of the Rural Council on Tuesday and Mr. John Parry vice chairman. A rate of Is. in the pound was levied for Machynlleth, and 6d. for Scuborycoed, and Pennal. A SUCCESSFUL APPEAL.—As a result of the appeal made by Mr. J. J. Owen (postmaster) to the staff and public in r,1s area for the Row- land Hill Benevolent Fund, PAO lis. 6d. has been realised, which has been forwarded to headquarters. The quarterly meeting of the Sunday School Union was held at Moriah (W.), Upper Corris, on Sunday. Mr. E. Manuel presided, and the following d/fleigaites attended and spoke:— Messrs. Ernest Jones, E. Williams, Elias Humphreys, R. Humphreys, T. Hughes, R. Evans, E. Cullen, and R. Hughes. Solos, quartettes, and glees were sung by the mem- bers of the Church. As the riasult of a special appeal madfe throughout the district Mr. J. J. Owen, post- master has remitted the sum of £40 lls. 6d. to the Rowland Hill benevolent fund. The death took place on Saturday, after a short illness, of Mrs. Richard Jones, wife of the late Mr. Richard Jones, tailor and draper, Maengwyn-street. Deceased was a native of Llanfair, but had resided here for many years. She was well known in the locality, her kind and genial disposition making her popular with all, and the Graig (Ind.) Chapel loses a good and faithful member. Much sympathy is felt wtih Mr. David D. Jones, tailor and draper, Mr. Richard J. Jones, Liverpool (sons), Mrs. Roberts, Llanbrynmair, Misses Annie D. Jones, J. Lois Jones, Minnie Jones, and Dilys Jones (daughters), and also with Mrs. Mercer Oister). In the two years the family have suffered manv bereavements. A sister, the 'ate Mrs. Evans, Bank-street, and a brother were buried within a week of each other eighteen months ago, and a sister-in-law of deceased. the late Mrs. Roberts, Leicester House, died suddenly three weeks ago. Tlie funeral took place on Wednesday. A Tennis Committee was held on Monday- night at the Owain Glyndwr Institute. Lord H. Vane Tempest, K.C.V.O., was elected presi- dent, and the Rev. F. G. Davies, vice-presi- dent. The secretary and treasurer are Miss Jones, N. and P. Bank, and Mr. Oswald Rowlands, B.A. It was agreed that a deputa- tion should be sent to Lord Herbert Vane Tempest to ask for permission to play on the Plas Grounds. J -t the committes representing all the denomina- tions m the town, held last week, it was deoded that an united singing festival should be heldi on the 3rd of July and that the National Klst?ddf0J?u gymanfa programme should be used. The practices will be held alternately at the Maengwyn C.M. Chanel Graig, and Tabernacle (W.), every Sunday evening. J MARRIAGE OF MISS J. OLIVE JONES. A pretty wedding took place on Thursday at Maengwyn C.M. Church, when Miss J. Olive Jones, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. Jones, London House, was married to Lieut. W. R. Jones, elder son of Mr. and Mrs. T. G. Jones, Carnarvon. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a dress of white satin and georgette, with veil and wreath of orange blossom. She carried a bouquet ot white roses, the gift of the bridegroom, and was attended by Mrs. Griffiths (sister), who was attired in egg-blue crepe-de-chine and ninon, and Miss Myra Jones in pale pink satin. The gifts of tjie bridegroom to the bridesmaids were a gold bangle and gold pendent with chain. The best man was Mr. G. Jones Car- narvon (bro her of bridegroom). The cere- mony was performed by the Rev. D. Cunllo Davies, in the presence of Mr. R. Rees, regis- trar, with Mr. W. P. Rowlands at the organ. After the ceremony the wedding breakfast was given at the bride's home. About 40 guests had been invited, and included the parents of the brid0 and bridegroom, brides- maids, Lieut, the Rev. J. Griffiths M.A., Bl., Festiniog (brother-in-law of -he bride), Mr. R*. D. Jones (brother of bride)) Mr. G. Jones (bn> ther of bridegroom), Mrs. Roberts, Waenfawr (aunt of bridegroom), the Misses Maggie and Blodwen Jones, Carnarvon (cousin of bride- groom), Mr. R. E. Humphreys, Llanrhaidr (cousin of bride), Misses Llywela Humphreys, Lona Jones. Lizzie Jones, L. Jones, C. L. Jones, Eluned Pugh Jones (cousins of bride), Mrs Edwards, Blaenplwyf (aunt of bride), the Rev. and Mrs. Cunllo Davies, Mr. R. Rees J.P., Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Rowlands, Mr. George Pryce, Welshpool, Miss M. Pugh, Dolbacho, Miss Belva Jones, Llano<n, and Miss M. Jones, Pertheirin, Caersws. The bridegroom's present to tlie bride was a set of furs, and the bride's present to bride- groom a gold albert. The happy couple left by mid-day train for the North Wales coast, tlie bride travelling in a fawn gabardine costume, with hat to match. The numerous presents included a handsome marble timepiece, with inscription, from 'he staff of Barclay's Bank, Aberystwyth, and a spirit kettle from the staff at London House.

BOW STREET A lecture was given at Garn Chapel on Wed- nesday evening by the Rev. D. Tecwyn Evans, on "Ann Gritffihs," hvmnologist The Rev. Christmas Lloyd presided.

COUNTY COUNCIL ELECTIONS. The vacant seat in the representation of Ysbytty Ystwyth on the Cardiganshire County Council will be oontiested by the following three candidates.— I Professor O. T. Jones, Aberystwyth; Mr. R. Nancarrow, Pontrhydygroes, mining engin- eer; Mr. Lewis, Oliver, Dolchenog, farmer. The polling will take place on Saturday.

War Savings Committee. THE £2,000,000 MARK. The newly appointed Aberystwyth War Sav- ings Committee met on Monday, when Alder- man T. J. Samuel was elected chairman. The chairman reported that the Town Council had appointed the following seven to confer with seven members of the Committee with re- gard to the Tank:—Alderman E. P. Wynne, Mayor, Alderman Edwin Morris, and John Evans, Councillors Barclay Jenkins, Mr. David Ellis, Captain Llewellin, and Capt. B. T. Lloyd. The following were elected by the Committee: Alderman T. J. Samuel, Mr. Ashton, Mr Loveday, Miss Lilian Davies, Mr. Gwilly Davies, Miss Clark, and Mr. Elwv Jones. The situation of the Tank was discussed, but an opinion was expressed that the Council would arrange for a site. If the site of the guns on the Castle was chosen there would be a difficulty in getting the Tank up, being 30 feet long and 13 feet broad. Mr Loveday said it might be possible to have speakers in picture halls, schools, and churches to stimulate further effort. Mr. Ashton said it might be possible during the next Tank week to raise £45,000 more making the total £ 2,000,000. Mrs Davies, Bronwylfa, said a speaker would be welcomed at Baker-street Baptist Chapel and no doubt at other chapels. It was speakers in the churches that stimulated the public in subscribing. Miss Lilian DavieE, said a speaker would be acceptable in the school, as she could not make children under. stand that money was needed to pay for the war, now that fjair fathers and brothers had come home. Mr. G. R. Phillips, asked if the ministers in the churches could not do pro- paganda work for the committee and the chair- man replied that they had been asked to do so. Mr. Elwy Jones, said he should like a speaker for his school. It was decided to ask Mr. Ballinger to go to Llanbadarn schools, Capt. B. Taylor Lloyd to Alexandra-road schools, Mr T. J. Samuel to National School, Rev. George Eyre Evans to Penparke School. Mr. Ashton was asked to write to the churches asking if they would ac- cept speakers. A letter was read from Salis- bury-square, asking the committee to try and prevent, the closing up of the Liberal Club Association. Mr. T. J. Samuel said for last month £ 49 had been subscribed, making the total investment S710 14s. When the Associa- tion started 24 certificates were bought, the first dated going to the first who paid 15s 6d At the annual meeting- a few we°ks ago Capt. B Tavlor Lloyd (who at the t'me did not under- stand the matter) gave notice of motion to wind up the Association. Capt Lloyd said he was to blame-, but at the annual meeting of the Liberal Club he asked for an explanation but the explanation was unsatisfactory. He simply gave notice of motion, leaving the matter open, but he found that the officials had started to wind up the scheme. It. was decided that Mr. T. J. Samuel and Capt. Lloyd should d", their utmost to stop the Association being wound up.

Poor Milk in March. ( CHARGE AGAINST DAIRYMAN DISMISSED. At, Aberystwyth Petty Sessions on Wednes- day before the Mayor (Alderman E. P. Wynne) Capt. James and Mr. Peter Jones, David Lloyd, farmer, Tanycastell, Llanychaiarn, was changed with having sold milk not of the na- ture and substance required. P.C. Charmm testified that on Thursday, March 13th, he saw defendant taking three cans of milk to the I Hostel. He asked I..I0'Vd to sell him a pint and defendant said "This is yesterdays milk. you can have some of it if you like." Wit- ness asked the price, and defendant replied that he could not sell him any as it belonged to the Hostel. Witness took a sample of that morning's milk. Sergt. Davies, said he visited Tancastell on March 26th, informed the defendant that the milk Was not up to the usual standard, and asked him if he wished to have the cows milked in the presence of the police, defendant replying that he did not. The following Saturday when serving summonses on defendant, he told him the milk was not very bad and that it would be better for him to have the cows milked during the presence of the police. Lloyd said it would be useless as he had had a new cow since the sample was taken. Supt. Phillips produced dthe Analyst's certi- ficate showing that the milk was 6.2 below the standard in non-fatty solids. Defendant said that the milk was supplied to the Hostel as it came from the cows. The quality of milk was poorer in March than in any month of the year. The Bench gave defendant the benefit of the doubt and dismissed the case. The Mayor however, advised defendant to agree to a se- cond milking in the presence of the police j if such a request is made again. The police I were complimented on their action. I

IUanon Captain Honoured, j I FOR SAVING 250 LIVES AT SEA. I At Buckingham Palace on April 3rd, Captain David Isaac, D.S.C., Lloyd's medallist aid holder of Lloyd's certificate, of Brooklands, Llanon, had the honour of being decorated by the King. The young captain is the son of Captain and Mrs. Jenkinis, Fron Villa, Aber- arth, and son-in-law of the late Captain and Mrs. D. E. Jones, Cadifor, Llanon. It has been previously repor ed how Captain Jenkins rescued 250 men and officers, as well as the chaplain and doctor, from the ill-fated transport "Armadale," in the midst of great perils know- ing that '.here were at least three enemy sub- marines quite near. For this gallant deed he was awarded the D.S.C. When able to remain at home for a few weeks rest, he availed him- self of the opportunity to be invested by King George. The D.S.C. is a rare decoration in the Mercantile Marine, and Wales may be proud that a few of her sons have won that distinc- t'oc ion. On November 11th, 1918, Captain Jenkins had arrived at Buenos Aires where the British community had a dinner to celebrate the signing of the armistice, and he was the ony one "Tnvited to represent the Mercantile Marine. Letters of congratulations have been received from the Chaplain, Doctor, and officers who were among the rescued, from his owners (Messrs. Turnbull Bros., Caodiff), from the owners of the troopship Armadale," and particularly from many Loiters of the sea.

German Prisoner Escapes. I DRESSED AS A SAILOR. One of the German prisoners at .he Drill Hall, Lampeter, escaped On Thursday and has not been recaptured. He was a sailor and is dressed in the blue clothes of a jack tar.

DYFFRYN AERON Drwg g'enyf orfod cofnodi marwolaeth, tra syd,n. Oorporafl J. S Jones, o'r R.A.M.C., Lewisham, brodor o Ddvffryn Aeron," a hynny ymlien llai na phvthefnos wedi ei ddvchweliad o'r Aifft. Mab oedd i'r diweddar ysgolfeistr enwog Mr J .B. Jones, Cilia Pare. Wedi cael addvsg yn v JBrif Ysgol vmsefvdlrdd fel vsyol feistr dan Gynghor S;rcl Llundain .Ar ol gwas- anaethu v Bwrdd Addvs hwn yn dra llwvdd- iaus am saith mlnedd, vmunodd a'r fyddin a tnre111iood dair blyreed 7,tn yn Aifft, IW Phalestina; ond m'ethodd ddal effe;thiau cvf- newidiol yr hin yn y wlad hon wedi'r gwres gwledvdd V dwyrain. Cafodd anwvd t'wm. ac wedi hvnn-" pneumonia, ac ar EbrilJ 5ed bu farw. Claddwyd ei ddillion vm Mvnwent LadvweH, Lewisham. Ebrill y lOfed. Gedy- weddw a merch fach.

NEWCASTLE EMLYN. I Mr. F. D. Beck, who has been stationmaster for 25 years, was presented by the townspeople wrli a cheque for a substantial sum on his promotion as stationmaster at Ammanford. During his long stay at Newcastle Emlyn Mr. Beck has associa ed himself with every move- promotion as stationma&ter at Ammanford. During his long stay at Newcastle Emlyn Mr. Beck has associa ed himself with every move- ment for the welfare of the town; and, while preserving his loyalty to his company, was obliging and courteous to the public. Dr. Lloyd presided over the meeting at which xhe presentation was made. The cheque was handed over by Mr. William Rees, Emlyn Arms, on behalf of the subscribers, and com- plimentary speeches were made ty the Chair- man, Mr. Rees, Mr. J. E. James, Gwalia j House, Mr. J. R. Parkington, and Mr. Gibbon, I agent to Cilgwyn Esta'e. The members of j Graig Baptist Chapel, of which Mr. Beck had been deacon for about 25 years, also presented him with a handsome silver tea and coffee ser- vice, on a polished oak tray with silver rims, and suitably inscribed. This present, was handed over by Mr. D. Jenkins, Waunmarlog.

I Rechabites' Annual I Meeting. I SATISFACTORY FINANCIAL POSITION. I The annual meeting of the Rechabi es' Council was held at Aberystwyth on Thursday, i Bro. M. Llew. Jones, D.C.R., Pennal, presid- ing. There were also present Bros J. Paith Morgan, D.D.R., Aberystwyth, the Rev. Rhys Davies, D.S.J.T., Dolgelley, J. Lewis Evans, Levite, Aberystwyth, George Newell, Guar- 'dian, Newtown, and E. L. Rowlands, Aber- dovey; D. Hamer, New-own, J. Barclay Jen- kins, Aberystwyth, trustees, and representa- tives from all the ten's in the district. Welcome was extended to Mrs. Davies, Corris, the first woman delegate at the District Coun- cil, who has carried on the secretarial work of the tent at Corris during the absence of her husband in the Army, and also to Bro. Henry Davies, Aberangell, who has been absent from the Council for a number, of years, having been engaged in the great war. The balance sheet for the year was submitted by Bro. J. Lewis Jones, Aberystwyth, and E. W. Hamer, Newtown auditors, which showed that in the funeral section the toll of the war was again large, as four brothers were amongst those who had made the great sacrifice. There was still a credit balance of £ 2,016, and £ 36 6s. 4d. was paid to district No. 99, 'ransferred to Radnor district. Tn the juvenile funeral fund two deaths were recorded, and E22 Os. 3d. was paid to district No. 99, transferred to Rad- nor district. At the end of the year there was a credit balast-e of £310 18s. and of £ 15 19s. in the management fund; investments amount to £ 2,142. The d strict has invested a portion of its funds in war loan, as well as substantial sums on freehold proper'ies. A large percent- age of the members have returned to their homes from the war. r After a brief discussion, the report was adopted. The State section of '.he Order was H'en considered. The report of Llandrindod Wells conference in respect of valuation of the Order as a whole was considered, and a resolu- tion was unanimously adopted in favour of the valuation under the National Health In- surance of Walps as a unit. The Juvenile Sec- tion has not shown any increase during the vear, and hopes were entertained that the leaders would take the maMer up, and that an excellent renort would be Sorthcoming at the next Council Bros. J. H. Powell, Newtown, and J. D. Lloyd, Lampeter, were appointed represent a- '.ives to H.M.C., with Bros. J. Barclay Jen- kins and J. H. Richards as alternatives. It was resolved to place a roll of honour in the district office of members who have lost their lives in the great war. The D.S. reported on the Welsh District Secretaries' Conference at Llandrindod respect- in? State administration and it was referred to the Executive lo carry out the Commissioners recommendations, and a committee was ap- pointed. pointed. Bro. Rev. Rhys Davies, Dolgellev, moved that an urgent appeal be msde to the Govern- ment to retain the present drinking restric- t ons, believing that a return to pre-war condi- tions would work great harm to the com- I munity. The proposition was carri. unani- mously. A vot* of svmna/hy was passed with Bro. Lumley. Aberdovev. who had undergone a ser ous operation at Aberystwyth Tnfirmarv The following we^e appointed nflWrr for' th„ [ens™ year r-D.C.R., Bro. ,T. Paith Morgan, IrJ1^ J?™- J- Jones, Abervstwvth; Inc'iTD t« T'1ew ,TftT,cs- Pennal; A n'Vr'T f*rn .W^iams' Aberdovev; A.D S..T.T.. Bro..T. Lewis Evans. Abervstwvth- :T Pvite Bro George Newell, Newtown- Gnar- jdinn. Pro. Ben .Tones, Lamr^ter: hop trea "irer. Bro. Daniel Thomas..T.P., Aberystwyth • District Secretary. T. C. Jenkins, AVryctwvth ■ Trustees, p-os. E. L. Rowlands. J.P. APer- rf^-vey. J. Barclav Jenlrns. Aberystwyth David TTamer, ^ewtown: and auditors Bros E W I' Hamer, Newtown Lewis Thomas. Aberystwyth.

YSTUMTUEN. The body of Mrs. Jane Emmett (nee Daniel) was brought here from Blaen-Rhondda for interment on Thursday. The Rev. G. Bedford Roberts conducted a service « 1 j Wesleyan chapel and he also officiated at the graveside. The chief mour- ners were, Mr. Emmett (husband), Mrs Mar- garet Daniel, Penrhiwceir (mother), Miss Catherine Daniel, Aberystwyth (sister), Miss Maggie Daniel, Penrhiwceir (sister), Messrs. David Lewis, Benjamin James Daniel and Master Daniel, Penrhiwceir (brothers), Miss Jane Daniel, Penrhiwceir-Isaf, (cousin), Mr. and Mrs James Grifiaths, Blaenrhondda '(uncle and aunt), Mr Griffiths, Jun. Blaenrhondda (cousin). Mrs Thomas Evans Abftr+riHur. Misses Tyler, Thomas Benjamin, Glyn-Rheidol, Thomas Benjamin, Caehaidd, Rowland Daniel, Goginan, and Mr. Hughes, Goginan (uncles), Miss M. E. Benjamin, Caehaidd, and Miss Re- becca Anne Benjamin, Glyn-Rheidol (cousins), Mr. Benjamin Daniel (father), was absent owing to illness. Mrs Emmett was married at Christmas. Private Eyan Jenkins, Dyffryn Cell, is home again. He was transferred to the Hussars,

ABERAYRON On the 11th April, at the Registry Office, be- fore John M. Howell, registrar, Dr. D. L. Davies, Teacher of Languages at the County School, Aberystwyth, and Miss Morfudd A. Griffiths, of Ffoeshelyg, Ciliau Aeron, were married. At Neuaddlwyd on the 10th April, by the Rev. T. Gwilym Evans, Mr. L. C. Evans. for- mer agent of xhe a.s Worgenan, was married to Mrs. J. Lloyd Lewis, "Oernant House," Aberayron. Ifrs. Jones, Garth Villa, has heard of the de:ith of her son, Joseph Sydney Jones. He had been with the army in Egypt for nearly three years and was demobilised on the 23rd March. He journeyed home under terrible con- ditions. On arrival he became seriously ill. went straight to bed and never rose again. He was t!:eri suffering from influenza and phlebitis which developed in to pneumonia. He died on the 5th April. His remains were laid at Ladywell Cemetery, London. He leaves a widow and a child of three years. In the army lie was Corporal J. S. Jones, Sanitary Section, 29, E.E.F. His brother and sister and mother are assured of sincere sympathy. A brother (the Rev. Edgar Jones, B.A., a curate in Shef- field who was chaplain with the army in France), was killed only a few months ago. When their late father (Mr. Jonathan Jones) was headmaster of Cilie Park School, Mr. and Mrs. Jones were the centre of an influential educational centre. PROPOSED MEMORIAL HALL. On Monday Mr. J. M. Howell received a letter from Dr. E. T. Jones, Gwalia, John- letter from Dr. E. T. Jones, Gwalia, John- stone-street, Annandale, N.S.W., Australia, en- closing a cheque for £ 10 for the proposed mem- orial hall and institute. Dr. Jones writes:— "A hall and institute will be a tribute not unworthy of Aberayron and it will serve the additional purpose of filling a long-standing and inexcusable deficiency in the social and educational life of your community. I gladly t enclose a draft of P,10." Dr. Jones is the son of the late Mr. John Jones, of Ardwyn, Alban- square. I

SWYDDFFYNNON. The mortal remains of Mrs Margaret Thomas I of Ton Pentre, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wil- liam Davies, of Maesnewydd, were laid to rest at Lledrod Churchyard on Friday, April 11th. The family, which is held in high esteem in the locality, lost their eldest daughter two months ago and the sympathy of the whole neighbour- hood will go out to them in their bsreavement. The inclement weather did not prevent the attendance of a large number of people assem- bling at the funeral to pay their last rites to the deceased. The service at the house was conducted by the Rev. T. R. Morgan, and the vicar of Gwnnws." At the Church and the graveside the Rev. W. J. Williams, of Gwnnws again officiated. During the last fortnight three of our local again officiated. During the last fortnight three of our local soldiers have been demobilized from the army Driver John James Hughes of the R.F.A. joined Driver John James Hughes of the R.F.A. joined th0 army early in 1915 and has seen much ser- vice in Egypt and Palestine. D. G. O. Jones, of the M.G.C., who joined the Army in 1914, was released lately, after serving twice in France and once in Italy. Corporal M. Hop- kins Jones, who was a soldier before the war, re-enlisted in 1914, and experienced severe fighting in Egypt and Palestine. First a trocar in the Pembrokeshire Yeomanry he was afterwards transferred to the Imperial corns.

--r-- LLANFARIAN. are pleased to hear of the promotion of Pte. J. W. Rowlands, to the rank of Sergt. in charge of the Mechanical Transport in Guernsey and Alderney. Sergt. Rowlands, who is an old Intermediate School boy, is the son of Mr and Mrs Rowlands of Soar. He has ren- dered valuaH« services in the Mechanical an old Intermediate School boy, is the son of Mr and Mrs Rowlands of Soar. He has ren- dered vaJuaHe services in the Mechanical 1 Transport as mechanic, electrician, and vul-

Y.M.C.A. in the Country, CONFERENCE AT PENLLWYN. A conference in connection with North Cardi- ganshire Temperance Association took place at Penllwyn on Tuesday week, the Rev. T. E. Roberts. Aberystwyth, presiding. The Rev. D. Caron Jones said the only mat er of importance the Committee had to report was that of providing amusement for young people. Now tha-J long hours bad been done away with there was more leisure. Many boys had been in the war. He had written to Mr. F. S. Higinan, Cardiff, Y.M.C.A. secretary for Wales, with a view :o having some of the huts in this district and received a reply that the Y.M.C.A. were prepared to do their utmost in he matter. The Rev. R. J. Rees, Aberyst- wyth, had since seen Mr. Higman who told him there were a few huts left by the soldiers in Pembroke, and, if possible, they would be allocated to Cardiganshire. The proposed Y.M.C.A. centres were Talybont Penllwyn, I Llanilar, Pontrhydygroes, Pon lhvdfendigaid, and Ponterwyd. Talybont had already collected I £1,000 for a reatlOn room as a memorial. Penllwyn was prepared to take a hto and carry on with it. Llanilar was uncertain. They wanted first to get the voice of public. Nothing had been heard from the other places. The Rev. T. E. Roberts said the Y.M.C.A was now the greatest institu ion in the world. After referring to the founding of the move- ment, Mr. Roberts referred '0 the work among the troops and said that the first place they sought was the Y.M.C.A. When there was a sing song in he hut the Welsh boys were always happy to sing in Welsh. Once there was a prize fight on Salisbury Plain and the same evening a Welsh eisteddfod. The eisteddfod hut was filled and ther.) were no soldiers at the prize fight. Mr. Roberts read a newspaper cu'ting of an address by Mrs. Lloyd George who said that if she was the mother of a boy who had been killed in the war she would hate to see a German gun. She would much prefer to see a Y.M.C.A. hut erected to the memory of the boys. Proceeding, Mr. Roberts said the huts by the aid of a few enthusiastic men could be erected in forty-eight hours. Card playing was not allowed in any form in Jhe Y.M.C.A. He anticipated that lectures could be provided j by headquarters at Cardiff without charge ex- cept a night's accommoda-ion of the lecturer The Carnegie Trust was prepared to lend books and if a hut was established books could be borrowed. The principle of the Y.M.C.A. was mutual help which could easily be extended all over the country. Mr. John Morris, Pandy, said the ma'ter of having a Y.M.C.A. in Penllwyn had been before the local committee who had decided to ask for further particulars. He was certain that af \er receiving the enlightenment they had received that day that they would be prepared ¡ to take a hut and maintain it. If the huts would be large enough to hold concerts in, one would be a boon in the district. Mr. T. E. Roberts hoped Penllwyn would gc on with the business. Mr David Owen, a dTscharged soldier, elo- quently suppor'ed the scheme and testified to the excellent work done by the Y.M.C.A. at home and in France. The reHgious services 1,,1,1 in France -vere a blessing to the I soldiers. Professor Owen Thomas, of Aberystwyth College spoke to them in the Y.M.C.A. at Rouen just after landing in France and many lectures were given in Welsh. After going up the line he found a Christian club, and the services made them very happy. The spirit of the Y.M.C.A. was in 'he boys and when they returned those at home must not grudge them what they deserved. The Rev. Griffith Parry, Llanbadarn, said there was nowhere for "he boys in the country to spend their evenings. The Y.M.C.A hut scheme would remedy that. The Rev. Lloyd, Goginan, said the boys must have somewhere to go in the evenings, and nothing could be more appropriate 'ban a Y.M.C.A. hut. Goginan should have a reading and recreation room. The Rev. E. J. Evans Capel Sion, said there was already a reading room in a small house in tvat place, but it would have to be en- la Could they not have books under the I Ca •<? scheme? j The Rev. D. Caron Jones said it was hard to j sav where the huts should be allocated. If a district thought they could no-1 afford to pay the wages f a caretaker, the cost would be borne by t" Headquarters out of 'he Central I Fund. Mr. John Morris. Pandy, asked if the matter could not be put before the next committee mee'ing at Penllwyn and a decision given at the meeting. It was decided that an appeal be sent to Cardiff for a furnished hut to be ready by j the next meefing. I A public meeting was held in the evening when addresses were given by the Rev. John Davies. B.A., Abervstwvth: Mrs. Jo-nes, Aber- vstwvth and the Rev. Christmas Lloyd, Peny- garn.

OBITUARY. MR. A. P. HOWELL, LLANBRYNMAIR. One of the best-known figures in Llanbryn- mair parish during the past forty years has passed away in Mr. A. P. Howell, assistant overseer. A member of a notable family hailing from Pennant, Mr. Howell carried on the business for many years as coal, lime, and corn merchant, and was alwajys regarded as straightforward and honest. As assistant oversear he was an ideal officer, punctual and accurate with his accounts. His last accounts were audited on the day of his death and were found to be quite in order. Some years ago he retired from business in favor of his son and went to reside with his daughter and son-in-law at Clarach, near Aberystwyth. He represented that district for a period on Cardi- gan County Council. About a fortnight before his death he visited his native parish in con- nection with his official duties. He suffered at the time from a cold and later contracted a fresh cold which developed into bronchial trouble, and passed away at the residence of his son, at the age of 75 years. Being of a genial disposition he endeared himself to all his acquaintances. He was a man of sound judgment and rare qualities. His remains were taken on the following Friday and laid to rest in the Nonconformist Cemetery at Llan- dre, where the remains of his wife had been interred about nine months ago. The Revs. Pierce, Tycerig, and R. Lewis, Llanbrynmair, officiated at the house, and the Revs. T. E. Roberts, Aberystwyth, and Christmas Lloyd Penygarn, at the grave. He leaves one son I and one daughter and two brothers, one in the United States, and Mr. D. Howell J.P., Cwm. The late Mr. Daniel Howell, Llanbrynmair, who was for many years relieving officer in I Machynleth Union and was highly respected, was his eldest brother.

BORTH. At the. Wesleyan Chapel on Saturday, Mr. John Jon's, Brynygroes, Llangollen, was mar- ied to Miss Martha E. James, daughter of Mrs and the late Capt. Hugh James, Scranton. The Rev J Fisher Gntffihs, Trerddol. ffiociated Misses Mattie and Morell James, Glvngarth, and Miss Edith Rees Gordon, were bridesmaids and Mr Hughes, Glyn, Llangollen, was best man. A reception was given at Scranton and later Mr. and Mrs Jones, left for Llandrindod. Miss Jones, Cloverdale, Pontlottyn, S Wales, a native of the village died on Friday morn- ing after a two days illness. The funeral took Dlace at Garn Cemetery on Tuesday, The Rev J. C. Evans, officiated. t At Newport, on Saturday, Miss Elizabeth I James, Mayfield, was married to Mr. James Lloyd, Lerry-house. The Rev. R. J. Pritch- ard, B.A., officiated. A tea party was given to the children of Lib- anus Chapel on Thursday by Mrs J. C. Evans, Tremydon and Mrs W. T. Lewis, After tea a concert was given the Rev. J. C. Evans presiding. Mr. R. Williams, Chemist, | received a present for having trained the child- ren in music. ren in music.

CNWCH COCH. Mrs Margaret Charman, wife of Mr. John Charman, formerly of Cnwch Coch, died at Ynyshir on Saturday. Deceased, who was 69 years of age lived at Ynyshir for the past 23 yearsi. Sne leaves two sons P.C. Charles Charman, Aberyswyth, and P.C. John Char- man, Cardigan, and three daughters, Mrs Edith Warlow, Ynyshir; Mrs Price, Harrow- road, Paddington, and Mrs Edwards, Hyde- road, Haxton. The body will be brought to IIanfihangel Creuddyn, where the funeral will take place on Friday.

PERSONAL. At a meeting of the British Psychological Society in London on Saturday. Captain U. Wynne Jones, Royal Air Force, gave a demonstration of the nyctoptometer, a new apparatus for testing night vision. Sir Alfred T. Davies, K.B.E., C.B., Per- manent Secretary to the Welsh Department of I the Board of Education, has been gazetted deputy lieutenant of Denbighshire. resignation.

1-4¿ f A ouch!— touch of the old trouble? Get the Kruschen habit and good bye, gout! Half a teaspoonful in hot water before breakfast every morning! Of all Chemists 1/6 per bottle. All British ,g II AeltIIf£ tiIV 'r' IJr, .0

(Aberystwyth County School PROVISION FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING. The Governors of th. County School met 08 Tuesday, the Rev. R. J. Rees, piesiding. On the appointment of chairman for th* ensuing year, Mr. Rees said he had been in the chair for three years, which was long enough for any member to fill the office. H. therefore proposed that Professor D. Morgan Lewis, one of the oldest members, should be-- asked to take the position. Professor Lewis, would be retiring from College in a few weeks and he would have leisure, apart from all his other qualifications, to carry on his du- ties.—Mr. Richard Richards seconded.—Pro- fessor Edwards proposed that Mr. Rees be askedl to remain in the chair for another year. He would be a great help to the new members.—Mr. Rees said he could not recon- sider his decision arid Professor Lewis was appointed. Mrs Roberts, Penwern, wrote that she was I honoured at beillR elected a governor by the County Council, but the state of her health prevented her from accepting the ofrce.-It was decided to leave the matter in abeyance, in the hope that Mrs. Roberts's health would im- prove. l',ne College auohorities having intimated that they could no longer allow the school the use of the College gymnasium, the gov- ernors considered the question of making other provision for gymnastic training. The I Chairman mentioned two or th.ee schemes.. One was an additional storey above the art- room.—Captain Llewellin asked whether th. central hall would not be sufficient to meet all the requirements of all the physical train- ing. He was told bv physical instructors is France that gymnascs were being discarded, and that all that was needed was Swedish drill.—Professor Edwards agreed that a dead- set was being made against the old fashioned gymnastics, which were said to do more harm than good. He would hesitate to go in for any great expense on a gymnasium. The requirements of the Board of Education could be met by providing a good playing field.- The Rev. Noah Jones agreed to the provision of a playing field, and proposed the appoint- ment of a committee to report on the matter.- Professor Edwards said the* Aberyswyth School was the only county school in Wale* without a good playing field. Such a field would be twice as valuable for the pupila as a gymnasium—Mr C. M. Williams said th* Central Welsh Board differed. Having regard to the great increase in the number of pupils it would be better if they could secure a tem- porarv building from the War Office for the purpose. There would be ample room for it in the garden. It was impossible to get lantf for a playing field anywhere near the school.— Professor Edwards seconcjbd the proposition for the appointment of a committee, whick agreed to.—Professor Edwards, Rev. Jones, Captain Llewellin and the Rev. R. J. Rees were appointed. The report of the Chairman and Headmaster on the teaching of music, recommended that provision be made for the teaching of vocal and theoretical music, and that a vising master or mistress be appointed for two atTernoons a week.-The report was adopted, the fixing of the salary of the music teacher being left till the next meeting. Correspondence was read in reference to the application of secondary school teacherg for scale of salaries based on the reccmmeiidationr of the departmental committee of the Board of Education. Prof. Morgan Lewis, tue Rev. Noah Jones, and Capt. LleweUin were appointed to attend a conference of county school gov- ernors to be held at Lampeter on the 25th inst. to consider the matter and prepare re- solutions to be submitted to the County Edu- cation Committee.

D U* HILAR Ihe Rev. Prebendary Rudolf wishes to :hank the people of Llanilar and Rhostie, on behalf of the Waifs and Strays Society, for their subscription of £2, which he has received from Mrs. Peel, local secretary.

CWMYSTWYTH Tom Morgan, Pentre, came home ob Friday from Salonika. He is a nephew to Doctor John Morgan, of Pontrhydygroes

TRISANT. An interesting wedding took place at th* Church on Friday between John, the only son of Mr E. Davies, Nantmeddal, and Mary third daughter of Mr W. Evans, Goitre. Thi service was conducted by the Rev. Mr. Lewis, vicar, assisted by, Mr. Jones, the curate. After the ceremony the young people and friends motored to Aberystwyth, dining en route at Aberayron. The Rev. John Harries Rees, a C.M. mia- sioner ax Khassia Hills, returned to this country some three years ago and has since spent most of his time and family at his father-in-law'# house (Mr. R. Rees, Tycoch, .Llanarth). As some of the natives of his mission were called to France, he was also summoned and joined the Y.M.C.A. Being now about to return to the mission field, his friends organised a farewell meeting at Vronwen Church. The chair was taken by Mr J. M. Howell, Aber- ayron, and there were also present the Revs, Mr. Jones, pastor; Jones, Pensarn; and Hughes, Wern. The Rev J. M. Prytherch failed to attend owing to a seveve oold. Th^ meeting was a source of jcy to the departing missionary and his wife and family. Gairdcning operations are in full swing and some gardeners have finished sowing and plant- ing. Men's labour being scarce, women have taken up the work, and do it well; in some cases better than men. They show more care in clearing the ground of weeds. Mr. Jones, Eril, Lampeter, supplied the pul- pit of Wern and Pencae on Sunday.

PENPARKE ihe death occurred on Thursday of Mr. Mor- gan Morgan, fourth son of Mr. Thomas Morga. School House, at the age of 27 years, Mr. Mor- gan was a well known resident but had recently removed to Llanbadarn., Deceased was well known in football circles, having assisted the Town team and Penparke Club, for many i-ears He had served in the army, and was honour- ably discharged some time back. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon at the Cemet- ery. Symnathy is felt with his wife and tw. young children. Bombardier Evan Jenkins, Ael-y-bryn, has been promoted corporal. He has been in the armv since the commencement of war, and is still on active service in the East. Lee." Corporal William Evans, R.E., Meiros Cottage, and Pte John Jenkins, Moelfryn, have been demobilized.

The Welsh Farmers' Gazette. JOHN BROWN'S FAIR, CARMARTHEN. John Brown's Fair at Carmarthen on Tues- day attracted a large crowd, but the supply of Worses and live stock, although fair, was small compared wiJh pre-war fairs, although it was an improvement on the fair of last year. Prices for horses were considered good. Ther* was a sharp demand for heav^ animals, th* best fetching as much as £ 85, the average ing £ 60 to £ 70. Colts sold well at £ 35 to £ 55. Good light horses changed hands at prices ranging from £ 30 to £ 49. In the cattle se*- I tion cows and calves mad* up to £ 55, fea# store cattle bold from C15 to 123.