The Cardiff Times

WINDFALL FOR THE CROWN. Reverstonofa Big Fortune. Letters of administration of the personal estate and effects of the'late Captain George Lindsay Anthcrny Wilson, of 13 Alexandra Gardens, Folkestone, and formerly of Hrenlwod, Essex, who died intestate, a. bachelor, aJld who being an illegitimate son, left no beir*, have been granted to the Treasury Solicitor, and the estate reverting to the Crown UMdertbiaintoa tacy has "beou valued by the aothotities at £ 150,209 19s 9d. In cocneetionwithtbiteaiatp similar letters of administration have baen gianted of the rmadminjstered estate valued at £25.633 2s 8d, of the late Sir John Wilson. K.C.rl., of 67, Westbonrne-teriace, Tlyde Park, London, who died on the 22nd June, 1856. In consequence of tbia "am remaining unadminiatered in the hands of the late Cap- tain George Lindsay Anthony Wilton, who was the Borvivinc! executor an3 residuaiv legatee under Sir John Wilson's will. The total amonnt, tberofore, which has reverted to the Crown in respect of these estates .tmonnls 10 £ 175,873 2s 5d. It is qnite a rare occurrence for soch a sum III this to levert to tbe Treasury in respect of any one estate.

NURSE'S TERRIBLE ORDEAL. A young Englishman named Fiedetick Jack- IOP, who was suffering from typhoid, met bis 3eatb nnder terrible circumstances a few days igo at Chelsea, U.S.A. 'L'he nlory of the tiagedy ia told in the Boston Herald." Jackson lodged with a family named Boose, and Mra tloose nnrsed him in his illneH?. In a lie of delirium he attacked his Duns, and seized her by the throat, releasing her only when a neighbour opened the door. Jackson marlo a dash for a third storey wiadow, and was in the net of loaning into the street when Mre HODSO seized him bv the ankles. For a sboit time he bung head downward?, ana then tb3 woman a strength failed her, and she fell back into the lOon: crving, Help. Oh, flby doesn't somebody cemo 1" The yontig mars fell ioto the streer, nntf was instantly killed. When the tragedy ocsurred Jackson'* father w. s ■■ i < Way to America to visit his HOU. I

WARLIKE SAVANTS. British Association Trophies. Beira, Hnndny.— Tiie embarkation cf the mem- berMof the liritieh Association on the: steamer Durham Castle tbia morning was like the setting ous of a watlike expedition, almost every man and woman being armed with tomahlJowka, "PU!!J, assegais, shields, knob-kerties, and many were also laden with every iiiud of trophY-ilkios and heads of game, horns, ostrich eggs, sjambok?, native ninaical instiuments>,and evtin birds' nests. All the travellers are thoroughly delighted at the tour, bat they were latterly beginning to feel the wear and tear of constant railway journsya, and were glad to get buck to the com- parative quiet ór lixu on board ship. A splenjid reception awaited the paity an their ariival here The town -11.8 profosely decorated, and rockets and fireworks were let oil a. the special train Entered the station.—Press Association Special Telegram.

BIG BLAZE AT BRISTOL. Petrol Explosions. A tremendous -blaze win caused at Bristol on:Saturday by the destruction of the oil ftoreeof Messrs Colthnrstjand Uardiug. Tbeso buildings are away from the firm's main block, and in an isolated* position, except that the depot of another oil firm, Messis J. Hare and Company, adjoined. Llarding's shed contained a. great quautity of petrol in tins, benzene, and napfcthu, tod the fire was accompanied by explosions and huge massoa of flame. The firemen were almost beipleas, but Messrs Hare's warehouse was saved.

TELEPHONE GIRlSt MUTINY. SUPERVISOR FIRED AT. Paris, Satnrday Morning.—The "Echo do Paris" silva an extraordinary scene occurred last evening at the Central Telephone E»cba.is>e iaParis. Ths telephone sirls mutinied against one of the overseers, and during the uproar which followed one of the girlB produced a re- volver and fired at the official, without, however. inflicting any injury. It is stated that attempts have been made to cause a short circuit with the object of damaging the iaztinmeuts.— Central Kevfa.'

LOST CHARTER FOUND. Newport Archivist's Discovery. AmoDg a bundle of old deeds in a conntry bouse in Monrvjoathsbire, Me Hcbson Matthews has discovered no ElizaLifcthan ropy of a. lonf-- lost and forgotten cttnTte)- granted to the borough of Newport fcy Uepry, Duke of Uuckinghaa:, iu J.A77..

1/ • Raifway men's Meetings. CONDITIONS ON THE G W R. [Appeal for a Conciniation Board A well-attended meeting of Great Western Rail way servants, delegates from South Wales, held on Sunday at the Working Men's Clab, Swansea, lo consider the G.VV.K. getieial maunfer's replies to tho request for RII iotor- view with the board of directors on the question of wages ana conditions of labour. Mr J Griffin presided, and claimed tbac unity and co-opeiatioo were mote needful than ever, Mr H. S. Palmer, hemble Junction, said many imDartial observers, such a lawyers and others, agreed that the programme set out by the G.W.U. raiiwaymen was an extremely moderate one, mid these men were at a loss to understand why the rank and tile were go passive anjec ihe existing conditions, for it was com- mon knowledge that they had lost 29 fiono their maximum. He paid a tribute to the present chairman cf the comoauy, who, he thought, was desirous tobsfair. lie remarked the officials were traating matters from a business stand- point, and lie expressed regiet lhat railwayman had taken these matters up aDd treated them in the eamo way, Ai goods guards I hey made a reasonable request, and be trastod that they would cot leave a Btone unturned to secure their modest demand. The signalmen had asked for an advance of 3s per week. There weie many other crying grievances, but they bad agreed to nresenl one item and urea it with all the moral force at their command. Uedealt with the history of the movement and expressed the opinion that tbe rlAnk and file, whether in the sociely or out- age. hul been greatly disappointed with the iep!v of the ganeral manager. Mr D. Owen, Port. Talbot, proposed a tcaatu- tion endorsing the action of the railwayman's representatives, anù expressing deep regcet I bZlC thB board of dnectois had not seen their wav to grant a further interview to their delegates. The delegates were convinced that if an inteiview W"18 granted many questiollll and new circum- stances connected with the points submitted in the secretary's letter of Juue 29th could with advantage to the company and the mall be con- sidered. Mr G. N. Griffith?, Llanelly, seconded, Mr D. Bichards, Landore, supported, and the resolu- tion was carried unanimously. On the motion of Mr J. Bevan, Swansea. seconded by Mr Uees flarris, Llanelly, it was resolved to ask for the establishment of a Beard of Conciliation for the consideration and settlement of inatteis affecting conditions of employment, such beard to bo composed of an equal number of repre- sentatives of the company and the men. Mr S. Rees, Swausea, supported, and the resolution was unanimously cartied. Meeting at Treharris. On Sunday afternoou a well-attended meeting of G. W.K. employees was held at the Co- operative Ho II, Trehanis, nnier the aitspices of the local A.S.K S. btaccli to consider the reply of the general manager 10 the memorial of the goods guards, biake*;cen, shunters, and signal- (nenfor improved conditions of service Repre- sentatives ware preseut from llirwaill, Aber- dare, Mountain Ash, Quaker's Yard, Llan- csiach, llhvmney Junction, Pontllanfiaitb, and tho Dowlaia and Morthyi joint lines. The brancn chairman ute-idod. 1.'l1e correspondence was read, Mr Ingliu's lost letter staling lhat the men's memorial set forth no new points, and that no salisfactory reasons had been adduced for another interview. Mr William .Burgess, Aber- dare, and Mr E Charles, Dunctiach, spoke on thb present position, and it was unanimously decided to ondorse tue action of the men's repre- sentatives and tG/rnake another appeal for a reconiidsration of their request.

RIDING A MAN-EATING SHARK. An exciting adveutute with a shark is the main topic of conversation with the passengers on the P. and O. SF. Syria, which armed recently in London from Calcntta. Near Port Said an old ahark, accompanied by fear or five others of ten der years, WO'\9 noticed hovering round the boat in a moodofpenin) anticipation. Thehtud- hearted ship's crew responded to this fluttering attention by throwing out a shark-hook at laehed to a chain and rope, which the well-fed man-eater played with for hours. Tbe leg of pork on the uoAr slipped off, and one of the prongs was fixed in the nhark's jaw. A courageous tuc put out in a boat, utraddled the shark and rúpect the new- found prav, first by the "shoQiders," and then by tha tail. Still showing signs of life, the huge monster W'iI hoisted on deck by means of the ship's crane, when the dangerous tail was cut off. On the slntk being cut up there wero fonnd in the stomach a man's head, three men's hats, and two fowls. It had been the intention of some pre- sent to Make use of the shark's jaws and teeth, but on the discovetyof thctecentty-deponrej haman remains, tho d'saected body was acomso consigned to the deep.

ABERDARE HORSE SHOW. Aberdaie annual horse show was held on Mon- day. The town was prittily decorated for the occasion, and in the afternoon all theahopa werectcsad. There was an excellent attendance, anj the enti v was a record one, over 250 horses being shown in tbe various classes. Theptes)- dent of the "how was Rir William Thomas Lewis, Bart., The Mardy, bat unfortunately at the last moment his engagements prevented him from attending, und his place was taken by Mr T. Hoyd, chairman of the General Committee. The bon. sec., Mr Philip T. Hhye, solicitor, and his assistant, Mr Fred J. Caldicoic, were indefatigable iu their exertions to make the show 11 succcsw, and their efforts were crowned with great success. Mesars R. n. Harries, M F.U. St. Cleats, T. Bowen Davie*, Golden Giove, atul It. Griffiths, Esrdisley Caatle, Hereford, were the judgts starters. Mr T. Williams, W.F.U., Llwynvpia, and Mr A J. Sheen. Mr A. S. P lelace was chief steward. The Aberdare Town IInd Voluoteer Bands, under the conductor- ship of Mr Manley, played a selection of music.

BARRY IMPORT TRADE. Co-operative Wholesale Society's Arrangement. Important developments which have taken place recently in connection with the import trade of Barry will beneficially affect the Barry Railway Company. In June, 1902, It oervice wm iniugurated between Barry and London, and this month the steamer engaged, the s.s. Race Fisher, began under a fresh arrangement with the Cc-operative Who'esale Society to run regularly irom Manchester toBany. Barry to London, and London to Newcastle, retnrciog t-mhaeait at each port. On the initial trip from Manchester a. larce consignment of goods was shipped for the Co-operative Wholesale Society, to be warehoused in the new transit sheds, readv for despatch when required. Bouth Wales and the West of England comities are to be served with goods in this way. Taeateatnar is expected at Barry in a few dava

DUCKING THE MAYOR. A Curious Devonshire Custom. A curious old custom waa obseived in Tiverton when the Mayor and membetaof the Corpora- tion, accompanied by boya carrying white wands, and a party of men carrying hatchets, peram- bulated the town leat to see whether there had been any encroashments. A stream of water was presented to tbe town in 1256 by Isabella, Coun- tess of Devon, and it is in order that thia mncb- piized inheritance may be preserved nnimpiired that periodical perambulations take place. At varions places en zonte Mr W. E, Williams read a proclamation as bailiff of the hundred, and there was much horse-play, dating which the Mayor and thn head constable were thrown into theetroam. Whenattasttheiionreeoftbe stream was reached lavish hospitality was dis- pensed b, the M/ty or (Mr H. Madford), and old English sports were indulged in.

-< CHARITY BOAT TRIP. Messrs P. and A. Campboll, Ltd.. announce for this evening (Tceaday) their twelfth annual charity trip in aid of the Cardiff Infirmary and Seamen'* Hospital. The paaseneerateamar Cambria will leave Cardiff at 630 p.m for Clevedon and Portisbead, returning from the latter place at 9 and Clevedon 9.30 P.III.

LUNACY IN CARBIGANSHIRE, Decrease in Aberystwyth Union. The Aberystwyth Guardians are concerned at the repojt ot the Lunacy Commissioned, lihicù places the county of Cardigau, with its ratio of insane at 4'09, fourth ou the list for tbe United Kingdom and second on the list for Wales. The high rate of lunacy in the purely rural counties of Wales and England, however, giices the student of statistics no cause for alarm. Ttia Commissioners report that there is no apparent relation between the density of popatatitn and the ratio of insanity. The lesson why, with a decreasing population, tbe rata of insanity ia higher than in overcrowded citie* ia fonnd in the fact thit tbe towns are annnally swallowing up tbe most fitajjd best, mentally and physically, of the rural population. Aberystaryth Union, at any rate, can, as was shown by Captain Roberts at a recent meeting cf the board, declare a sub- stantial decrease for the last four years. From fiqure" qnored it appears that in 1900 there wete 101 persons of onsonnd mind in the Union 1901, 99 1902, 97 1903, 90 1904. 87 and 1905, 84. To reduce the number of insane from 101 to 81 \n five years shows an imptovetneut which few unions in th? kicgdom can rival.

CHEPSTOW WORKHOUSE EXTENSION At a meeting of the Chepstow Boanl of I GuaidiaaM on Saturday it was resolved to pro- I ceed with the extension of the Workhouse, in | accordance with the ]>htns submitted to the Locut Government board, at a soat of not- ex' ceeding .i.4,!J06, and to borrow tbAt "am to be 1e- payabiu in 20 years. The Rev. W. H. Williams submitted the tstiir.rUea for thecocning half-year, j ths ainonul lenuited being £ 5,346. A rate of 10id in the £ was recommended, and this pas ■ adopted.

11 < ?":7 LOOKING FOR ANOTHER JOB. Mr Roosevelt: I thought they might have wanted me over there in Scandinavia—but it appears to be all right now. Cartoon by F. C. Gould. Published by arrangement with the Westminster Gazette." j

CARDIFF COUNTY COUNCIL. .The Mayor (Alderman Robert Hughes} pre- sided at tbf meeting of tho Cardiff County Conncil on Monday, when there were several absentees owing to holidays. Tlio New Bye-Laws, Councillor Veall called attention to one of the proposed bye laws in the Watcb Com- mittee's report restricting street trsdmir, which laid down that no person under 16 engaged in street trading shall enter any premises licenced for public entertainment 01 for the sale of in- toxicating liqnor for consumption on the premises, for the purpose of trading or deliver- ing goods." lie was asked whether, if some Doorer boy went into a licensed honMe 1011811 an Echo" the unfortanato publican was to be held responsible ? He thought it a as a most ridiculous suggestion, and he moved that the wholo of the bye laws be refeired back to the committee. Alderman Carey seconded. Council- lor Cbappell thought that at legislation had been enasted to auielioraie ihe lot of the children, it would lie very foolish to bo squeamish rather than ndaiioister the Act. Alderman David Jonee observed that the visits of boys and girls to licensed houses for the nurpose of selling articles was generally admitted to be a great nnisance and Councillor Kidii concurred, stating that the licenced victuallers themselves strongly held that view. -Alderman Frokins What Se,'Iintg Echoee ?—OonooiHot Kidd No matches and flowers and other things.—ConDcilior Dixon asked whether the restriction on Sunday trading bv young people applied to milkman. The Mayor replied that the serving of milk was not coniidered attest trading. The resolution to refer the bve laws back teas defeated, and the committee's report was passed. Proposed War Memorial. In response to a letter the Blavor (Alderman R. flughes) moved that the Town Hall Committee be aeked to consider the question of allocating a site in Cathays Park for the proposed Welsh National Memorial to soldiers who fell in the South African war. Councillor Cbappell moved aa an amendment that a tablet containing the names of the fallen soldiers be placed in the new municipal buildings at Catbajs Park. To him nothing visa moia tiypocritieal, so full of cant and humbng as demonstrations to bnild np monuments. What Itafi bscojioe of the widows and children ? They were fn poverty rind rags, misery iltd wretched. aes*. Many ot those who survived rbe was were walking about the streets in the ranks of the un- employed. And yat, in tbe face of all tbill. ttity ^ere asked to take part in such hypocrisy and cant as to raise a big mdnnment, which would neither clothe nor fred the poor and bunirry, nor nod employment for the unemployed. Let them do something which would not carry with it vast extravagance, and profit onlv a few. Councillor lilt yd Thomas said the names of the fallen soldien would be engiaved on the baso of tho pioposed monument. Councillor Veall pointed out that the proposed monoment wonld be national in ita character. Mr Chappell's amendment was not seconded, and the Mayor's resolution was cartied. Cardiff's Finances. Councillor F. J. Beavan, chairman of the Finance Committee, criticised the Cardiff Presn in connection with the recent publication of n. summary of the aggregate balance sheet submitted by the anditor (Mr Dovey). when it was represented that the liabilities of Cardiff were nearly five millions. If the newspapers had taken the trouble to study the figures care- fully they would have found that inroad of the Corporation's indebtedness on the 31st March being £ 4,800.000, their indebt*dryss on capital Roccunt on tbat date was only £ 3,497,698, whilst their position as far as revenue was concerned was this that if the Corporation bad wound itself np as a concern on the 31st March, it would have bad £ 56.000 in hand. The newspaper apparently reflected npon him (Councillor Beavan) for not bringing the balance sheet before the Finance Committee earlier, but he brought it before the Finance Committee lest Monday, which was the filst meeting of the com- mitter hbld since the batance sheet was for- nished. The matter then dropped. Clifton-street Improvement. The pavingof Clifton-slreet again occupiel the atlention of the Council, when Councillor Mauder moved, according to notice, that the street be paved tvitli as-pbolie, and the footways relayed, at an estimated coat of £ 4,350,und that application be made to the Local Government Board for sanction to borrow the money. He contended that tbe traffic through the street was as heavy as in any of the chief streets of the town, and that the paving Willi absolately necessary.—In the absence of Councillor C. H. Bird, Councillor I7. J. Nicbolls seconded ihe pro- position.—CooniHor F. J. Veall said that things had come to such a pass in Cardiff as regarded their capital expenditure, that they must face tbe paying of improvements out of revenue.—Alderman Jonea moved as au amend ment that the cost of the improvemout be paid in five half-yearly payments, and Alderman Trounce seconded.—Replying to a question, the Borough Engineer aaid that in any case it would be necessary to re-coat the street before the com- ing winter.—The amendment WII" lost, and the resolution was carried by 22 to 9. The Estimates.-Question of a Netn Loan. W. At a meeting on Monday of Cardiff General Purposes Committee, Councillor F J. Bearan (chairman Finance Committee) moved tb'l.t the estimates (10 cover which a general district raio of Is 9d in the £ was recommended) be referred back to the Finance Committee. Mr Beavan said the committee bad considered that they could give credit for £ 7,395 on the nrban authority account and for £ 5.318 on the boroagb fund account, making a total of £ 12,713. Were it not for a particular circumstance, the committee would rteoanmend the Corporation to reduce the rate by £12,713. bnt haviug regard to what took place wheo a dspuiation waited upon the bankers in London with reference to the issuing of a loan, it was thought advisable to aut aside a sum towaids possible loan charges, tbat snni being nearly as much as the sum credited, the difference being £ 2,373. It would be well before pawing tbe estimates for them to take the Bank's opinion as to whether the loan whould bo raiaed before April next. If not raised before then, they cpald IItTorcc to leduce the rate by £ 12,000, The present was not an opportune time to raise a loan, but on that point ic was advisable to conanit the bank. Alderman Carey seconded Mr Beavan's propo- sltion. Councillor Stanfield thought the wiser 1;lan was to pass the estimates minus £ 10,000. wlyicb would be a saving of 2d or 3d in the rate. lu view of the depression which Cardiff ba4 district were passing tbrongb that saving would be much appreciated. Councillor F. J. Beavan did not think there was anything in Me Stonfield'liI soggeation. If they did not rsise a loan within the next few months, they wooid have to increase their over- draft. Tbey were already very close to their limit. Councillor Courtis agreed with Mr Beavan. The money market was a little bard just now, he said, and was not likely to be easier for some time to come. The proposition was carried. Lord Windsor's Eldest Son. The Mayor (Alderman Robert Hngbes) moved that the Council offer their hearty con- gratulations to Lord Windsor's eldest sou upon his attaining his majority, and that tbefte be engrossed upon vellum. Alderman- Carev seconded the resolation which was unanimously carried.

LORD HUGH CECIL. Shortly to Visit Cardiff. Tbe quarterly meeting of the Cardiff Church Committee was held in St. John's Schoolroom on Monday evening. The Rev. Canon Beck pre' fA I, There was a very good attendance. i afta»"n!8 were c°riKiclered for the holding a "meeting of Cnuichpeople winch is to .a by Lord Bugb Cecil, M.P.

CARDIFF WOMEN'S LIBERAL I ASSOCIATION. Mrs Glen Herbert Wade, late organising secre- tarv of the Cardiff Women's Libetal Assoeill. tion, writes :— I TO TUB EDITOR. Sir,—Through yonr constant encouragement ) to me in your colamoa in my receut official pc;li\i.. tion IF, organising «ecretaty to tbe Cardiff Woman's Liberal Association, I venture to ask you to be kind enough to insert mv letter aa here enclosed, being a lI'rll, to the C. W.L.A. Executive Committee and friends, a copv of which I shall also send to my 8ucceuol, l\Iill8 Miluer. Sincerely thanking you for the strong support and valuable aid which yon have faith- fully rendered during my stewardship to the in- terest of tbe Liberal women in Carniff. —I am, Ac., GLEN HERBERT WADE. Portfield Gale. Pembrokeshire, Sept. 18, To the Secretary, C.W.L.A. Dear Miss Milner,— Will yon be good enough to convey my fincere thanks to the members of the Executive Commitieeof ti<e Cardiff Women's Liberal Association and friends for their band some cneqae for forty- live pounds ( £ 45) sent to me, per Miss Janet Price, with n resolution couched in such very generous and kind terms 0 It gives me much plesnre to accopti each, and at- though my expenses ilmiiig so Berioos an iilneas have been very heavy, I assure yon tbat one of j the first presents I ahull make t3 myself I out of ibe cheque will be u copy of Morlpy's Life of Gla.'lstoao." The resolution I shall in doe course be framed, aud I az-tsuve yon I all that tho great sympathy expressed with Bit Wade and myself daring my jjlness has helped us greatly to bear a heavy trial. It is, however, a very great trial to me to never my official connec- tion as organising secretary to auch an associa- tion as the one in Ca.rdlff, but it is very giatify- iog to me, and I am certain to all onr frieuds, to I find that the membership is an excellent one, and that our women members have also helped to a great degree to inc:ea»e the membership of the Men's Association, and with all our hard work cur treasurer holjs a batter balance in band than when I bad the honour of com- mencing my duties, and the year is not yet com- plete for three months. I would be glad if you could convey my special wish to insmbers of committees in all vvarda that ail oltittindjug subscriptions be collected within the uexfelwo months, aud tbat effor4 ma.y now be unadc-to- increase our own membership, so that my 8UO ceWcTr will be m l £ fp»ntwtflra?e<! fcy rheeting with as much support. a$tbey f)lo,-Yo kindly extended to me. The wording of your resolution to me makes me fee) that at least I have carried out the ceiti- ficatea of fitnes* for this secretaryship given me when I applied, bv such gentleuieu as B. J. Cook, J.P., Liverpool; W. U. Watto, Esq,, J.P., Liverpool Wm. Recs, Esq., J'.P., Cardiff Judge Bowen Rowlands, K.C. the Editor of the Haver lord we» t Teiegraph Principal El warisi, D.D., and Mr Allgocd, Cardiff ^Liberal agent. I would now like to tbank the whole associa- tion for their uillingneas in the past to help me in fathering the inteiesls of Liberalism, and as I am now slowly improving mait express the bope of meeting them all agaiu at noire time. In a letter tome from the Right Hon. John Motley, M.P., dated September 14th, 1905, are these wordB .1- I am sorry to say that Ida not see my way to come to Car"i^ in titis recess. I regret your aitablement, and wish yon speedy IelltorM.t ion." Now, with Mta William^n still aa president, Nits Gerald Gaunt filling tbtl very difficult datiuti of president of the Executive Committee in her peculiarly able manner, gtij iare George Birt an neaaurer, there is every prospect of the Carjiff Liberal Women aHOnreMina forwarl and can- tinuing to justify their existence, and tbey will nodonbtyet sacceed in securing Mr John Morley to speak to tbe C. W.L A., or jointly with the I men'm association.- Believe me, yours vety truly, Olen lietbere Wade.

JEWELLER'S SHOP PLUNDERED Robbery at Weston Recalled. At the Old Bailoy on Saturday, before the Common Serjeant, Wm. Anderson (31), watch- maker, was cbaieed with stealing 215 gold rings, 38 golit cbaine.ISfofdwfttchea. 33 !ulvft. watches, 31 gold btooches, 21 gold bracelets, Ac. of the value of £434, the properfv of Mr W. (J.Spitnna ajewsller, in the Old K^nt-roud and Arthur GhorJan u Russian Jew, a jfwaller, with a shop in Little Earl--tieet, Ssven Dials, was indicted for receiving the goody. In 1904 An.ierson was for two months in the service of Mr Spikina aa n jeweller's assistant. One "morning he never came to work, Had on investigation it was found that the enormous quantity of jewellery men- tioned above was missing- ■u' Prieonerbad substituted dummy goods for some of the moie expensive articles in order to conceal his thefts. Detective.Inspeclor Nichols of the M Division, said that in addition to the present charge the prisoner Andereon had obtained jewellery by Iraud from several other jewellers in Londou. From ft Brighton jeweller prisoner by means of a forged order on another jeweller in the same town obtained six diamond rings of the valus of £80. lie had also defrauded a jetvolter at Weston-super-Mare. Anderson admitted two previous convictions, end was now sentenced to five years' penal ser- vitude. Sentence on Gberiaa waa postponed till to-day. tbo prosecution proposing to pro- ceed against him on another charge.

ACCIDENT WITH DYNAMITE. Pontardulais Man's Hand Blown Off. At Pontardulait on SatotdaY Davii Francis, collier, while engaged in cKplodiDjr dynamite bv way of marking the celebritlion of wedding of a neit, hbon t's %oil, ha»1 hia riflM blown off at the wrist by a charge which explodect whilst be was handling it, Dr Griffiths ordated big a, moval to the Swansea Hasp*18 '• wh"e b* wan de- tained. £ e hae a wife aud fbnr )itfcle childreu.

C' PASTORAL AID SOCIETY. Bishop of Lllndaff at Newport. The Bishop Llandaff presided at a meeting in sapport of tbe (Jhutch i'netoral Aid Society at Newport Town Rail an ftloplay oighr. li,3 Lordship said the diocese of Llllndaff owed much to the Pastoral kid Society- It wAs to a large extent, too, managed by Jå,rnen. un:1 went on the lines of the Reformation settlement, to which he thought the great mass of the people were true. (Cheers.) He believfl that tbat would remain ao. The Rev. J. Swinnerton, vicar of^ Llandevaud, said that the society had attaiaed tbe age of three score vaell and ten. lo the first year the income was £ 7,000 last year it was £ 70,000. The society, however, wanted four times that amount to fall.7 carry outfits work. In Monmoutbabits and Glfttnorgaosniie there were 26 great, populous paiisbea helped by the society. He expres«ed the opinion tbat the revival bad beneficially affected the Pastoral Aid Society in some of the populof" places.

NEWPORT SUPPORT FOR THE WELSH CAMPAIGN FUND. At the conclusion cf the service at Eboneier Welsh GaiVioistic Methodist Cfiapel, Newport, on Sunday, the pasfer, the Rev. D. H. VVilliams, called attention to ths We)Bh education cam- paign. He viewed the situation, be nld, 88 It concerned Wales from a religi°ns rather than a political point of view, urirt tbe more he pondered over it the more lui became convinced that it was a sacied duty on the part of "11 patriotic welsh people lo resist the Governments wicked Act. lie appealed to I be congregation to show itieir practical sympathy with the campaign. Mr John Davies said tbe fulute well-t>0in £ of Inn- cspality depended on Ihe repeal of the Act. It was intimated that a house-to-house canvass for subaciiptiona in aid cf the campaign fond "u, kA xi)-('- hw J.

LLANELLY HARBOUR TRUST, i The Clerk's Legal Charges. I At the aunuiiI meeting of the Llanelly Uar. bour Trust on Monday, Mr J. S. Tregoniog pre- I siding, a recommendation of the Law Committee in reference to Nlr_fl. W. Spowart's (clerk to the Trust) remuneration for legal wcnk came up fr>r confirmation. The minntc was as follows At tbe request of the committeo Mr Spowart intimated to them that he thought bis remunera- tion for the legal work alre-ady entrusted to him should befafoHowa; Hank action, £ 15 15s G.W.R. Bill opposition. L21 Mynydd Mawr costs Jtar.ition, £ 11 lis Baton's ncCion, £ 75 mortgage? to Bonk of England, £ <111 pilots' action, £ 10 10s Parliameniaty costs taxation, Z36 15s making a total of £ 5R1 lis. The agents' charges, counsels' fees, and out-of-pocket ex- penses were as fellow Bank action, JE24 3r 3:1 G.W.R. Bill opooaition. £ 50 17.. 2d; Mynydd Mawr costs taxation, £ 18 lis 3d Paton'a jiction, £ 86 lls!5d pilots' action, £ 8 16s 93 and Par- liamentary costs taxation, £ 22 ]?s making a total of £211 16-J iOd. Deduct from the grand total of Mr Spowart'a remuneration and ageut's charges, &c. ( £ 793 7s lOdV the Mynydd Mawr taxation fee ietnmed, £ 16 17e, and cash on account in the Put on action, £ 30, leaviog a balance of £ 747 0s IOd. Mr Spowart suggested an abaloment of £ '.47 0a 10J, thus reducing the amount to tbu suir. of £ 60Q, wbich he would acaoipt in settlement, and further stiggosted that in relation to the Paton action be should make no charge for tho neces- sary conveyancing work in connection with the completion of tho transaction. The committee considered the vaiious matters at great length, and after full discussion recommend that Mr Spowart be offered Ir450 in settlement of all lognl charges to date, including completion of pending matters, ttll agents' charges,counsel's fee*, and out-of-pocket expenses already incurred. The committee further recom- mellded Hat Mr Spowart do perform the legal work of the Tfii-t during the year ending 5th September, 1906, be to be pa.id aa remuneration inretpect of legal charges the snmofJESOin addition to his salary." The Chairman moved the adoption of the minutes, Rnd pointed out in regard to the cbargo of iE411 in respect of the mortgages to the Bank of England tbey thought that work bad been done, but that too amount of remuneration should not be nearly so much aa charged. They irvtorcailinaea that' b6~ b« paid £ 150, and tbtr sum would include all liis legal charges and all out-of-pocket cjpi:nses. Mr Joseph Williams seconded. McW. B. Jones protealel itgaiusi; the committee's recommendations. Are those all the legal charges op to date?—Tbe Clerk: That ia KO, Mr W. B. Jonos What about tbe charges lor the Surrey action ?— Tim Chairman explained that that was finished witb. Mr Spowart was paid on account mcra than tbo final KntOnnt that ho would be entitled to aud tbe balance of £ 11 odl had baen re- funded. Mr W. B, Jones said that witb regard to tbe mortgages with the Bank of England the committew still offtrad Mr Spowart £ 300 for j "r" simply looking over the document. The Chair- man No. no. The committeo recommended that £450 out of a total of £ 793 7s 10d be paid. The I committee had tbe advantage of Mr Klmuoda' presence and be considered that these oger-ts' charges would not admit of much raduction. Mr Jones That is a solicitor's opinion. Proceeding, he stated tbat be strongly objected to the re- commendation that Mr Spowart should patform the legal work of the Trust for a year for £ 50 in addition to his salary. They had a v serioua matter to dwell upon in ;the mort- age with tbe tianlc of England, ubich affected ).oththeiatere<taoftheTfustand the Council. Mr Spowart would be adviser to the Trust and Conncil in connection with the mortgage, and bow could he possibly advise both impartially. —The Chairman Yon are eutiiely wrong. Tbo TrnBt passed a resolution that Mr Dd. Randell was to be tbe legal adviser in regard to tbe mortgage with the Bank of England.—Mr Jones Then wbv isn't be asaed to attend in London ? A letter waa rend from the Clerk of tho Trust lo Mr 0, Randell, aekiog him to try aud get Mr Ctuikshank to fix an appointment in London I with Mr Henry Terrell and Ibe chairman, in connection with the mortgage, nnd expressing the opinion tbat it would be unnecessary for Mr Randell to attend. —A long communication tfut lead from Mr Handel), protesting againnt his being ignored, and submitting thut it I was not professional etiqnette U leave the solicitor ont.— The Chairman explained that at a meeting of tho Urban District Counoil, and it was known that he and the clerk would be io ¡ London that week, and it was suggested that they, in company with the chairman of the Urban (Council, should endeavour to see Mr Tcrtel). ia order to ascertain to what extent ho still objected to tbo one point which was now in dispute between the Council and tbe Bang of England, in connection witlT the mortgace. Lie look upon himself tbe responsibility of informing Mr Randell that it wonld bo unnecessary for]him to attend the conference in London, llo did this in order to save expense, and if bo had exceeded his duty as chairman, then be was exceeding sorry. Mr G. F. Blake asliea what alterations the Council had male in the mortgage, and what the point now in dispute was. Mr D. R. Edmunds explained that the Bank of England insisted upon reading tlio Act 01 Parliament that they were liable to pay tbe 211 rate levied for tbe next 60 years, whether tuere was a profit made by the working of the dock or pot, whereas the Council contended that if there was a profit it sbonld be placed aside in order to rednce I ho rate. Mr Blake snid that if that wa< the point there was not very mich In it. They were safeguarded in other clauses. The Clisir, man pointed out to Mr W. B. Jonee that Mr I Ctuikshank would not attend the. consultation, so that it wonld not affect Mr Randell at all. Mr W. P. Jones pointed out that the work of the Trnat was hampered owing to the delay in signing tbe mortgage. Reveriing to tbe ques- tion of Mr Hpowart'o coats, he submitted that nnder the terms of bis apuotntcasut he was not entitled to charge anything. He moved that the ¡ recommendation that Mr Spowart be appointed I to do tbe^legal work for another year he referred back to the Law Committee. Mr D. Watets seconded. The motion confirming tbe minutes in theil entirety was carried by 12 votes to five Mr J. S. Tregoning. jun., waa unanimously reappointed chairman for tbe ensuing year, and Mr Joseph Williams waa re-elected vice-chaii- mtn. Messrs E. Willi* Dones aud W, U. Jones were lidded to the Law Committee. Sevou applications were received for tbe posi- tiott-joi cottaotor,of harbour dues at Burry Port, aOil Mr F. J. Evans, Hnrry Port, was appointed. The Clerk reported ths receipt of au account from tbe Mynydd Muwr Railway Company which they sent in periodically. Up to thcilst March, 1903, the charge in connection with the stages 1903, the charge in connection with the stages debited to the Trust amounted to £ 9,080, and tbe latest account amounted to £ 9,317 14s IOd. It was decided to refer the mitter to the Joint Committee.

CARDIFF BUTCHER'S AFFAIRS. At tbe Official Receiver's Offices, Cardiff, Mon- day the first meeting was beldof the creditors of Samuel Reea, of 57, Stacev-road, Cardiff, lately I carrying on business at Roath Market and 131, Crwys-road, Cardiff, butcher. Tbe gross liabili- ties are estimated at £ 1,709 4s 4d, and £ 114 4s 4d is expected to rank for dividend. Tbo assets aie estimated to leave a deficiency of £ 400 14s 4d. Debtor alleges the cause of his failure to be domestic worry through illness of bis wife,money baing locked up in property, and prescute by oreditors. v

"BOB'S" GnEAT AIM. I Lord Roberts, writing to tbe Macclesfield I Patriotic Association, which is engaged in teaching children physical drill, commends the work of ibe association, nnd ands, "1 In glad to kno.v that Macclesfield is in syrpttlby w th my efforts to encourage lifle shooting, anct is puttine into practice the principles I desire to see established throughout tbo, conntry for the. physical and military training of the yaulh of the

—————————.————————————_ WALES AND THE GROCERS' I EXHIBITION. At the Aftiicnltural Hall, London, on Satur- day, the thirteenth annual exhibition and market in connection with the grocery, provi- sion, and oil tradea was opened. Every firm of note in represented, and excursions on a more extended scale than usual have been arranged from all parts of tbe conntry, so that it may be taken for granted that the exhibition will prove one^ of the most successful yet bold. In nddition, competitions of a most practical kind will take place dnring the current week. Among the exhibitors were Messrs Parnall and Sons, Swanaea, who show shop fronts, etc., and Messis George Kemp, Limited, of Cardiff and Londoc. The tatter bavearemarkaMy attrac- tive exhibit. In the centre is a three tier wed- diog cuke, standing over six feet high, covered with delicsted filigreo work in an^ar. It wns made by Mr Kemp's son, aud gained the gold medal at the recent Confectioners' Exhibition. All kinds of cakes and biscuits are shown by this firm, notably a new biscnit, the patent I-ightp for which tave been secured by Mr Kemp. Among thoie taking a, lead- ing part are the following —On the Advisory Board, Messrs T. S. Gower (Newport) and T. Thomas (Ystrad) on the competitions com- mittee, Mr J. William* (Ciitdiff) and atnoug I the jndgen, Messrs James Betts (Neath), Jas. Daviaa (Caerphilly), A. Evans (Mardy), II. Eyucii (Mount'iin Ash), Councillor W. Fen nick (Abercytion), W. U. Hortoo (Pontypridd), F. James (Pontvooot), A. Jenkins INewpolt), J. T, Kidd (Cardiff), VV. Lewis, J P., (iVlorriston), S. Lock (Llwynvpia), E. J. neell (Pentre), J. G. Heell (Dowlais), E. Richards (Pontnewydd), and J. Waite (Abaravon), and among the superin- tendents, Mr T. S. Gower, Newport. Goid, silver, aud bronze medals are offered for the best dressed grocery window and provision window in Wales aud Monmouthshire.

GLAMORGAN MINING STUDENTS A Pleasant Reunion. The Glamoigau mining students, to the nambnr of 70, who tonrod inDetainmtmdio- spected various Continental collieries, and investigated the modes of wQrking, bad a. plea- sant reunion at the County Hote). Pontypridd, on Saturday night, Occasion was also taken to show their aonMsciatiori of 'be. county, lectofer, Mr John Samuel, Treorlry, and tbet organiser of tIja technical cias?e?, Mr tV. P. Thomas, Ocean Collieries. Mr Gomer Edwards, Tonyrefai!, presided, and references were made by atndenta to the git-at benefits they had derived from the teachings of Mr Samuel, and their indebted ness to Mr Thomas for the gratuitous services rendered towards improving the jedn- rational facilities of the mining students. Mr Samuel, in tesponding, said that the obstacles which he bad to encounter had imbued him with the desire to lessen the difficulties which con- fronted the mining students. (Hear, bear.) When ho started teaching he realised that mining was dealt with in a very inefficient manner. It was practically an isolated subject, and dealt with only in a descriptive form. Mathe- matics. drawings, and science were neglected, aud be had rtonealittletoimprovematters in that respect. (Hear, hanr.) He also realised that in the stolty of mining they were too confined, and sometbiuz was required outride the lecture rooms. It occurred to bim that periodical visits to places of importance in the mining industry wonld"be bentlticial -benee the tours. (Applause.) Mr W. P. Thomas reviewed tho work of the classes, aud stated that several illiterate persons who joioed the clasaes were holding responsible positions in eollieries at tbo present lime. (Ap- plause.) Mr Edward Middleton, manager Dara Pit. Cwrnpark, remarked that sevaa years ago, when he went to Mr Samuel, be could not writu his name even, but he secured a firat-ctaaa cer- tificate after receiving tuition for four years. (Applaose ) Mr L. Ilallez, a Belgian student, was also presented with a case of mecbauical in- stinments for the services be tendered while the party were touring.

EARLY MORNING ADVENTURE. Merthyr Sergeant and a Suspect. flolice-Sargeant Henry Da vies, of the Mertbrr police, had an exciting experience in the early hours of Saturday morning. While the officer was ondutyinBetheadt-street about 4 n.m, he foM lowed a man who bad a bundle under his arm. LIe came up with him, and being unable to give a satisfactoiv explanation of how the parcel came into his possession the sccgeant urrested bim. The man came along quietly nutil they rssclied tbe rivor bridge, when he began to struggle violently. The officer got the upper hand of him, however. While near the canal bridge the prisoner whipped fin a large catviug knife, which in the ensuing struggle fell into the canal. The bundle was found to contain a quantity of cutlery and clothing, the proceed", it is believed, of a burglary at the house of Mr Vicary, con- tractor, Riverside, Merthyr. The man gave the name of Alexander Montiose.

MAGISTRATES' CLERK'S VIEW. At Pontypool Police Coutt on Saturday W. Williams, a collier, of Hafodyrynys, was brought np in custody for tbe non-payment 01 £4128, due under a maintenance order to IClizabeth Cband- for, of Llanhilletb. Asked if he had the money, defendant replied be was on strike. Mr Bowen (the Clerk; Yon are a foolish man to be on strike Nben -you have an order agaiost you. Defendant: I have looked for work, bat cannot fina any. The Clerk (to the Bench) There is no work at Llanhilletb. II they nil bad ordetit fcgainst them tbey won 13 soon go into work. The defendant was committed to prison for a month, the commitment to be suspendsd for 14 days. =-

UNEMPLOYED PROBLEM. Serious Plight at Leicester. A Leicester correspondent telegraphs tbat tbe unemployed problem is becoming more acute in that town, there being in tbo WorkbouHe 3,200 inmates. The bnilding is overcrowded to such an extent that beds bavi to be made up in corridors. The number on out-relief increases, and on Moil- day 100 single men thiown ont of work applied for relief, but had to be refused owing to there being no local acate of pay for snch applicants. Only the bouse can be offered them, aud that is overcrowded. To-day tbeguaidians vrilI be asked to consider the matter. Recently the Local Government Board iaapeetor suggested further investigation of the applications, bat the board fefnsed to inoreaso its staff,

MARRIED MISERY. Bigamist's Strange Story. 7 William Kirkwood was committed for trial b" the Belfast magistrates on Monday ou charge of bigamcus marriage with Annie Newsome, of Plymouth. In defence prisoner said he was forced into the marriage by his fim wife's parents, who kept him drunk notil the redding. Tbey lived unhappily and to escape from his misery bp joined tbe Grenadier Guards and later the Navy. Discovering his wife's relations with other men he believed himself free to muriy ufcain.

PLUCKY SWANSEA CONSTABLE. At Swansea Police Court on Saturday Dennis Griffin charged with being drunk aud disorderly and assnuiting D^ck-coustable Smith w«s ie- manded »n the oftker was too ill to atlend. GI iffin is alleged to bavo kicked the officer, wiia, although be was aerionslv injured, stnclc to his prhoner Ul: be had Isim handcuffed, put on v "Oral oh nr. aud eot to the cell-

POPULAR EVENT AT BARGO ED. The first annual eisted3fod promoted by the Bargoed Workmen's Hall r„nd Library Com- mittee was held in a spacious marquee near the Viaduct on Monday. There was a inrge attend# ance. The proceads of the event will be devoted to the funds for the erection of a public hall and library for the district. Excellent arrangements bad been made by the committee, of which Mr Lewis Watkins was chairman, Mr D. Roberts coirespoadin^ secretary, Mr W. Williams finan- cial secretary, and Mr Jeromiah Edmunds trea- surer. The presidanls were Sir Alfred Thomas. M,P., and Mr J. M. Greenhow. M.E., Bargoed. Adjudicators — Mr V. Thomas, Treorchy Mr M. Llovd, Dowlais Mr Jacob Gabriel, Argoed Mr II. Scott, 'i'onyrefail Rev. E Bnsh, Caer- philly Ruv. J. Hugh Williams, ;$argo«l con- ductor, Hev. E. Bush accompanists, Mrs J. E. Blissect, Birgor-d Mrs Weaver, Bargoed Mr Thomas Gabriel, Birgced. The eisteddfod ssnfC was rendered by Mr Thomas Pugh. Sir Alfred Thoma.s. who was accorded an enthusiastic reception, said lie was prond to be preseut, especially having regard to tbe object of the gathering. Sir Alfred gave an interesting account of the eisteddfod as a national institu- tion, especially emphasising the high standard of examination formerly set for admission to birdio honours. Touching on social questions Sir Alfred remaibcd that a groat improvement bad taken place daring tbe last 50 years. Great attention had been paid to cultuie, good man- ners, and reverence for holy things. Working people set an example to the higher ckusea m thia respect. Who piayed goll on the Sabbath and indulged in other forms of sport ? Not tha working men. at any rate." (Hear, bear.) Sir Alfred congratulated the working men of Bar- goed on the effort thev were making to provide the district with a good library aud public ball* (Applause.) The Awards. Bovs' solo —James Partridge, Abertillory. Girls' nolo—Katie Mitchell, Cwm. Pianoforte solo—Miss Cassie Miles, Nelaon. Recitation—Mr Owen Davies, Pontlottyn. Recitation, juveniles —Emma Davies, Pont* loltvn. Brass band competition-Selection, Goma (f Hir Henry Bishop." boor bands competed, Albion, Cilfvnydd (conductor Mr Gus Foxhall)» usri (Mr W Powell). Rbymney (Mr Morria Williams), Penrhiw, Maritime (Mr R H Cocper). The adjudicator said all tbe tnndR bad played lemarkably well. He awarded first nrizeto Psnrbiw and the second to Deri, tho third beinlC divided between Albion nnd iib/mney. Brass baud march—Penrhiw. Mais voica competition.—The following partios é .rooet¡,d :-PootYP:JOI aDd District (connuctor. Mr (J. Evans), Abertysswg (Mr W. Davies), Mer- thyr Vale (Mr J. II. Morris), Six BellI; United (Mr Tbeo Houiton), Meiboo, CJydadl (Mr W. Jones), Trebarris (Mr Thos. Phillips), Whit- church (Mi Thomas Samuel). First Diize was awarded Whitchurch. Recitation, Yy Emyn Olaf — Owen Dayies. Pontlottyn. Contralto solo—Miss Polly Jamer, AberBy chan. Juvenile choirs—Gilfach Juvenile United (COO- durtoi, Hev. Josheu Evans). Tenor solo—Mv T. Bon aid. Pentre, Ystrai. Basa solo —Mr Isaac Dongbton, Ebbw Vale. Soprano solo—Miss Annie Jones, Blaina Mixed cboira—the following competed Oruuilin Choral Society (Mr A. J. Phillips, con- cluctor); Senghenydd audAbor(Mr Tom Wil- liams), TreharriH United (Mr D. P. Edwaids), Aberlan(MrJ. H. Morria). C'tifatia Congrega- tional, Utrsoed (Mr J. C«rsey Evan;-), BethaDi* n.M. Burgoed (Mr D.W illiams), Bedlinog Unite! (MrR. C. Powell). Primitive Methodists, Bar- goed (Mr D. J. Jones). Winner, Aberfan 21Jd" Bedlinog. Duet—Messis R. W. Owen and E. James, Dowlttis. Trio-priz" divided between Mr D. A Parry, New Tradeg-rr, and friends, and Mr J. Donghton, ELbw Vah., and friends. TREDEGAR HOSPITAL EISTEDDFOD.) A successful eisteddfod svws held in Bedwellty Tredegar, on Monday in aid of the funds of the Cottage Ho.»Fitnl. Mr L. D. Whitehead wa tbe chairman of tho General Committee, with Alderman Bon Phillips vice-chairman, Alujor it. H. Spencer, chairman of the Pavilion Com- mittee, Mr F. liowland, general treasurer, and Messrs J, L. Ilerbert, Rnd J. Lloyd, general tioa. secretaiicH. Adjudicatory—Mr n. livans, Mus. Bstc., Cardiff Mr D. Roberts, A.C., Bargoed Mr A. Mortis, F.R.H.S Newport; Dr. If. T. Evans, J.P Blackwood Dr. P. Smith, Sir- Inwy. Acc.ompunists—Messrs E. H. Edwards and Cyril ifl. Morgan, Tiedegar. Colons! U. J. Stoddart. J.P., Mayor of Rotherham, piesided over tbe inoruing pro* C0eding3, ani in an interesting speech reviewed tlie origin, of the eisteddfod. He was, be auid, very gratified to find that tbe workmen of the dittrict interested themselves in sucban essential institution as a. cottage hospital, having contri- buted np to the present the sum of £400. De referred wilh gratification liB. a director of t,blt. Tredegar Company to tIn. excellent e^prrtf & corps whieh existed between |bo company Agji *• their worffmeri. ''They were-apotoachlhg ;0v!t»* question in relation to labour, and he hoped tbfl matter would bo dealt with in II. fricn(jJv ftpirlC on both sides. (Ajpnianse.) Mr A. OlJiODS, miner*' agent, moved a. vote of thanks to Colonel Sloddatt for presiding, and for his inter- Bilt injtha hospital. A gratifying feature of the day's proceedings was tb. ambulanco competi- tioti, and he referred to tbe importation of* properly equipped ambulanco car been locatad at each colliery. Mr L. D. Whitehead seconded the vole of thanks, which was enthusiastically ttccodec). Colonel A. K. Wyllie, C.B., a director of the Tredtgar Company, piesided over the afternoon procoedinge, and said it nffoided bim great pleasure to be present, especially having regard • to the fact that tho primary object of the gatbei* ing was sunport of a noble charitable institution* tbe Cottage Hospital. TIe hod persona) 1In0". ledge of the advantages afforded by hospitals from tbe field honpitafsin the South African war, and those who adversely criticised those institutions haa had no experionce of tbeir- utility. Dr. G. A. Brown, J P., moved a vote of thanks to Colonel Wyllie, and in seconding A S. Tullis announced, amid applause, that Colonel Stoddart and Colonel W" llie had both given bandaonjB donations towardo the hcnpital' The Awards. Pianoforte solo, juveniles—Miss Lena Samnab Tredogar. Recitation, juveniles — Master David /t«es Joshua, Nantyglo. Mixed choiis, test piece" Then Round, About the Starry Throao" (Handel). Five choir8 appeared in the fJllowin2 Older: -(1) Crnœlin Choral Society, (2) Cole ford Choral Society, (3/ Tredegar Choristere, (4) Sengbenydd and Aler United Choir, (5) Tredegar United Cnoir. TI1" nriza was awarded to Sengbenydd and Abet United Choir (conductor. Mr Torn Williams), llecilation — Mr G. T. Jones, Brecon. Tenor *olo-<-Mr D. James, Beaufort. Contralto solo—Miss Jones, Blainx. Male Voice Competition.—Seven parties eo*. teied, but only fonr sang, viz., Ccleford an" District, Beaufort Male Voice Party, pontypoo* and District, and Tirphil and New Tredeaaf Harmonic Society. The prise was divided between Coleford and Beaufort Parties. Tbe juvenile choir competition was oue of tile most inteiesling of the day. Five choirs com* peted on tbe test piece, I sing because I love to sing" (Pinsuti), viz., Twynycid .vynant. Beufah Saton Juvenile Cboii, and Mountain Asli YoonK Chorister?. Mr David Rvans, in giving hi* adjudication, said the standard of singing bad been very high. Tbe winners were Ash Choristors, who were highly praised for tbe'c excellont tendering. Ambulance Competition#— Winners—1, lineg 2, Tredegar No. 1 Sqnad 5 between Brynmawr No. I Suuad and Etlbw Vale No. 2 Sqnad. Pianoforte Solo, Miss Eaiilf Dvke, Abertilletf- Recitation. Brutin' Speech," Mr G T Jooe9, Brecon. Baritone Solo, Mr David Jonoa, Abercanaid. Duet, divided between Messrs D James and *• Davie.), Beaufort, and Messrs David Jones aDd William Jones, Aberca/iaid. a Mr T. L. JJsvies, Tredegar, conducted the proceedings in a moat efficient manner.. Iri the evening a successful concert was tbe Temperance Hall, the artistes being M'8 S. M. Lewis, R.A.M., Rbbvv Vale; Miss Richards, Rhymney Mr David Evans, Morrl^ ton, and the successful competitors. Mr A- Tallis prcbirted.

MOTOR CAR ACCIDENT. Cardiff Cyclist Knocked Down. Shortly after 7 o'clock ou Monday Alexandra Henderson (35), a painter, at 21, llan over-street, Canton, was r'diu £ bicycle when he was knocked down by a ar at tbe comer of Castle road, near tbe «j. aDd Dorset Bank. He wlIspio ed up bleed iP"" from both taro, and was at Obee fionveyeJ to bat, Infirmary, near by. It was found, tho man's injuries were but slight, and be not detained. The bicycle was smashed pieces.,

BURG LARS'CHAMPAGNE FEASí. The Coik police are searching foraP*rt' burglars who held high ravsl in lb* winedep»t msnt of Allrock and Company's stores in city (the Freeman's Journal" states). wive burglars, it appears, gained admission to the ric- office of the establishment, and Bojoyed a ft able banquet. They seated themselves aron large table, and regaled themselves with c ;| pague, port wine, brandy and soda, biscuit' tinned salmon. Tbe floor r»a? found covered cignr ashes in the morning,

FEl E AND GALA AT RHYMNEY. Parachute Descent. o0 A fete and gala was held at Monday afternoon iu aid of the new l'.alei, fund. The collieries in the district 9lo0' and all the schools were clossd for the oc-- and all immense crowd gathered ou '.he grD & acJ Tbe chief attraction was a balloon pnrachnto descent by Millie. Viola. At t^Igjed anuoun.jR balloon was released and Is'1 tu< >° •.C;?" 'I* »t'« east, it »t j, own across tbs valiey in n(jed tion of 'Ill _huw. The parachutist oes safelv ot).the top of a mountain a litt'e # t north o." Vcchtiw. la the evening ibc** oi.I.r "alr-.