The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

LOCAL NEWS. The Rdv. Professor P. Moore, B.A., of the Presbyterian College, who has been in- Alisposed for several week's, is now much better. Mr. H. A. Powning, 20, Richmond-ter- race, has had some excellent produce from his allotment in the Grammar School field, fie has just picked a vegetable marrow weighing 30 lbs., whilst one haulm of pota- toes turned the scale at 9 lbs. some of the potatoes being over one lb. in weight. "Blackberrying" Holidays. At the monthly meeting o £ the Borough Education Committee on Tuesday evening, the Rev. D. J: Thomas presiding, a request was re- ceived that the teachers and children. should co-operate* with the locat food committee in the Government scheme for the collection of blackberries. -Tb Lr Clerk erplained this would mean granting holidays to the elder children on certain days or half-days during the week. Any loss of grant would be made up bv the Government.-It was decided to comply with the request, and to confer with the head-teachers.—It was reteolved to hold a special meeting on the 23rd September to oonsider the teachers' salary demands. Archdeacon Buckley's Fortieth Anniver- sary.—Monday was the fortieth anniversary of the induction of the Ven. Archdeacon J. R. Buckley to the vicarage of Llandaff. The induction was performed by the Retv. Canon James Stewart Perowne, canon resi- dentiary of Llandaff Cathedral, afterwards Lord Bishop of Worcester. Archdeacon Buckley is a native of Carmarthen, and a brother of Miss Buckley, Spilman-street. Last Saturday's Property Sales.—As re- ported in another column there were no fewer than 5"n property sales conducted -at Carmarthen on Saturday, which realised la total of £ 21,566. Messrs. J. Howell Thomas and Son's four sales brought in 18,035, the two by Mr. T. L. Harries Llandilo, £ 2,056, end one by Messrs. Lloyd and Thomas snd Mr. W .N Jones, £ 1,475. Former Minister's Visit.—The Rev. Ed- ward Owen, Penarth who was resident minister at Carmarthen 16 years ago, preached at the English WesLeyan -Church on Sunday last. There were good congre- gations at bcth the morning and evening services, and the rev. gentleman preached able sermons. In the evening Miss Daisy Williams gave a fne rendering of "The I Lost Chord." Road Transport Committee.—We under- stand that the Carmarthen Road Transport Committee had under consideration a pro- • posal to re-arrange on lines drawn up by themselves the delivery of milk in tov- n, •ostensivlely with the object of economising cartage and transport. The "?cheme we s, however, very strongly resented m town, both by the milk vendors and the con- ,Burners. We understand that the proposal has bee1\ dropped. Organ Recital.—An/ organ recital was given at St. Peter's Church on Sunday .evening last by Dr. J. Warriner, F.T.C.L., Professor and Examiner, Trinity College, London, the eminent teacher and trainer of organists, whose pupils are well known throughout tine kingdom. A short and well-chosen programme gave an opportunity of showing Dr. Wartriiner at his* best to the crowded congregation, and it was the unani- mous opinion that he had provided a musi- cal tdieat. The programme included:—"In- panse et vanse curse" (Haydn); Romanza with Choral (Humphrey J. Stark); Sonata for the organ in D Minor (John E. West); Allegretto (Welstenholme); Grand Chceur in D (Warriner). Mr. Lewis Giles sang "0 God have Mercy" from St. Paul. 'fo' Mayor's Prisoners of War Fund.—Carmar- then Regatta Collection, 920 3s. 8d.; Na- tional Service and Military Staff, per Lieut.. Poison, £ 6 6s. 6d. Llanllwoh Church, ;63. 14b. 4d.; Penygraig Congregational Church, jB2 5s. 8d.; Llangunnor Church, JB1 9s. 8d.; Zion Presbyterian Church, L2 Is.; W. S. G. Morris, Esq., Castellpigyn, JB1 Is.; A Re- turned Prisoner from Germany, JB1; Union Street Church, JE1; Mrs. Cooke, 52, Lam- mas-street, 2s. 6d. Blue Boys Outing.—Mr. Chapman, Blue-street, took twenty-three of the woun- ded soldiers for a trip to Pending on Tues- day. The "Hoys" were well entertained by AV. and Mils. Morgan Jones, Llanmiloe, who paid all the expenses). Although the weather was not very favourable, the sol- diers had a most enjoyable time. Mr. Chapman has taken the soldiers for outings on an average of twice a week during the Isummer months, and his kindness is deeply appreciated. Tide Table.—The following are the tide times for the coming week:- Morning. Afternoon. Time. Height. Time. Height. Friday — ■— 0.40 16.4 Saturday 1.29 15.5 2.14 14.11 Sunday 3.0 15.5 3.33 15.9 Monday 4.10 16.3 4.34 16.7 Tuesday. 4.59 17.2 5.19 17.6 Wednesday 5..39 18.0 5.57 18.4 Thursday 6.14 18.11 6.30 19.4 Four old students of the Old College School were seen in town this week who are now in the army, and hitherto spared—(11 Capt. O. Ormondi Jones, Lampeter. He has been in France for two years and is now training in England, having accepted r; commission. (2) Private Richard Lloyd, Skewen. He has been wounded and gassed and waits for discharge. He passed the preliminary pharmaceutical from the Old College School. (3) J. R. Jones, Bwlchbach, Aberystwyth. He passed the entrance exa- mination to the Baptist North Wales Col- lege at Bangor in 1897, and appeared in town before the medical tribunal board last Thursday for the first time after the opera- tion undergone in the early part of this year. (4) Corporal Thomas Samuel, Car- marthen. He has been in France 16 months, having passed the junior before he joined the army. He also qualified previously for pharmaceutical registration from the Old Coll. Alleged Theft.—At the Borough Police Court on Tuesday before the Mayor (Aid. Wm. Evans) and other magistrates-John Frederick Holman (18) was brought up in custody and charged' with having stolen a metal watch and chain, valued 10s., from the Carmarthen Poor Law Institution on July 14th. P.S. Jones deposed to receiving pri- soner from the Pembrokeshire police at Pembroke Dock on Monday, when Holman, t answer to the charge, said, "I did steal the watch and chain from the workhouse." The Head Constable (Mr. W. Howel Evans) applied for a remand until Monday, which was granted. Billiard Tournament.—The final heat of a billiard tournament at the Red Cross Hospi- tal was ^played on Tuesday between Lance- corpl. W. M. Daviess and Pte. Ashcroft. The game was a stiff one throughout, and after some interesting play, Lance-Corpl. Davies won the first prize. However, Pte. Ashcroft played a very good game and well-mirited the second prize. The Matron (Miss Ditcham), who takes such a keen interest on providing competitions for the "boys" at the hospital, gave and presented the prizes. Town Council.— At Carmarthen Town Council on Wedesday evening, the Mayor (Aid. W. Evans) preisiding), a, design for the portfolio for the presentation of the honorary freedom of the horougti to the Prime Minister was decided upon.-On the question of the spelling of Carmarthen's motto, Mr. W. Dunn Williams suggested the old method of spelling the word "Rhyddid," namely "Rhydd-did," should be adopted. The mottor was "Rhydd-did, Hedd a Llwyddiant."—Rgv. Fuller Mills: Yes, the same as it is given on Picton's portrait in the Shire Hall. We must be careful, so that there will be no mistake in the spelling.—Mr. W. J. Martin suggested a, guard of honour should be provided for Mr. Lloyd George by the soldiers stationed in the town.—Mr. Oliver Jones: And the Volunteers.—It was decided that this mat- ter he left to the small committee which has charge of the detailed arrangements. Napier House.—We understand that an offer which was recently made of Napier House, Carmarthen, for use as, a convales- cent home for discharged sailor's and soldiers. ha;3 been declined by. headquarters, who state that such a home is to be established at Aberystwyth, presumably for the whole of Wales. It will be a matter for general regret that Carmarthensihire is not to have such a centro for itself, and that such suit- able premises for the purpose as Napier House cannot be utilised in so worthy a direction. Carmarthenshire Volunteer Inspection.— On Tuesday evening platoons 13 and 14 of the 1st.Vol. Batt. Welsh. Regiment went to Llanelly Ifor inflection. The men, including recruits, and numbering about 70, journeyed from Carmarthen by the 5.5 p.m. train in command of Captain Saer, and on reaching Llanelly marched to the Drill Hall, where they were joined by the Llanelly platoons. Thence they marched to Stradey Park, where they were inspected by Brigadier- general Headlem. The latter expressed his satisfaction with the smart and fit ap- pearance of the men and with the capable way in which they went through the vari- ous manoeuvres. The Carmarthen platoons reached Carmarthen about 10.0 p.m., and proceeded to the Barracks Square, where they were thanked for their attendance by Captain Saer. We understand that the men thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The Lyric.—No one should miss seeing the man-ellous film production of the famous Drury Lane drama, "The Whip," which is being shown at the Lyric on Fri- day and Saturday of this week. The great race and the train smash are masterly fea- tures of this remarkable film. It is indeed a film worthy to rank among the triumphs of the screen, and isl destined to carry the interest to millions who revel in a sporting theme. The last part of "y Four Years in Germany,j, will also be shown. On Mon- day, Tuesday and Wednesday of the coming week another noted picture) entitled "The Bur-lar will be screened. This is an in- tensely sympathetic ,story of A man's fight against circumstances, and is deeply inter- < esting throughout. Patrons of the Lyric will be pleased to learn that Madge Evans, the wonderful child acitress,-who took the part of the Little Duchess in the film of the same name shown some,, time ago, appears to even greater advantage in "The Bur- glar." She is wonderful little cinema actress, and. has won a world wide reputa- tion. Other stars are Carlyle Blackwell and Evelyn Greeley. A Keystone comedy, "A Maiden's Trust," will also be shown. At th Y.M.C.A.—The usual musical evening" waa held at the "Y.M." on Sun- day, when a sjflendid address was given to soldiers by Mir. R. J. Jones, Mare- lands, Waterloo-terrace. Three charming solos were given by Mrs. Drummond and s Annie John, Quay street, delighted e audienoe with several renderings. Miss "y Davies, Priory-sitreet, was the accom- panist.—During the past week-end an inter- esting competition has -been in progress at ■ne Y.M.C.A., that of guessing the number of peas in a jair. A large number of com- r-o.titora placed their guesses into the box provided for the purpose, and on Tuesday evening the guessfes were examined. The •correct number of peas in the jar was 1,854 I he winner was Pte.Atherton, whose num- r mu3 being only 11 in error. Sap- per. I nomas, who' won the second prize, was 13. m error; while the winner of the third "Jze W88 1-to Hopgood, and the fourth, Ht,e. Rigby and Pte. J. Foy. Sapper Anthony waa«||prded the booby prize. Thei which were given by Miss Williams,! Y.M.C.A., and Mr. D. D. Harries, Deri, who organised the competition, were pre- sented by Miss Hoarder. < Chaired Bard.—Rev. J. T. Job, Fish- guard, the chaired bard at Neath National Eisteddfod, preached to large congregations at Water-street C.M. Chapel on Sunday. The Empire Theatre. An immensely popular picture is being shown at the Em- pire on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of this week. It is entitled, "The Woman who Did," and it cannot fail to prove a great attraction. It is a chearmmg tale, and very appealing and deserves good patronage. Another episode of the very exciting serial, "The Fatal Ring," will also be shown. On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of next week, the renowned and appealing picture, "The Girl in the Chec- kered Coat," will be filmed. This is an entrancing pioture throughout, which is set amidst beautiful surroundings and exquisite scery., It features the eV.er-popular Doro- thy Phil'ipfe, who is seen at her best. Epi- sode 11 of the charming serial, "The Neg- lected Wife," will also be sihOwn. < The Late Mr. W: H. Thomas. The funeral of the late Mr. W. H. Thomas, Avon House, The Avenue (formerly G.W.R. mods agent), took place on Thursday, 22nd inst., interment being made at Box Ceme- y Llanelly. The Vicar of St. Peter's (Rev. B. Parry Griffiths, M.A.), conducted a short service at Avon House, after which the cortege proceeded to the railway sta- tion, among those present being-Mr. C. W. Reed, stationmaster; Mr. J. Furlong, goods agent; Mr. Barriball (representing I v. C. Roberts, goods managers, Swansea); Mr. J. Metcalfe, Loco. Dept., and a num- ber of public men and friends of deceased. At Llanelly the cortege, was met by Mr. C. C. Talbot, G.W.R. goods agent; Mr. W. Coombs; Mr. W T. Johns, chief clerk, Goods Dept; Mr. F. Morgan, Goods Dept.; Inspector David Thomag, and Mr. Richard Roberts. At the Cemetery, Rev. J. H. Davies, Glenalla, officiated. The chief mourners were: Mr. Oswald Thomas and Seel-Lieut. H. R. Thomas (sons); Lance- corpl. H. Boork, Oxs and Bucks Light In- fantry (son-in-law); Mr. Wm. Richards, Llanelly (uncle); Messrs. Marker Thomas and S. Pull en, Llanelly (cousins). The two other sons, Pte. W. J. Thomas, Tank Corps, and Pte. A. C. Thomas, Welsh Regiment, were on active service in France, and were unabLe to get home in time for the funeral. A large number of floral tributeg were sent.-The widow and family desire to thank all who have sympathised with them in their bereavement. Bit Badge M.n.-The local; branch of the Discharged Sailors and Soldiers' Federation held a general meeting in the Y.M.C.A. on Sunday last, under the chairmanship of Mr Meredith Williams. Satisfactory reports were received from the organiser, treasurer and secretary. The organiser reported on the arrangements made for the social enter- tainment of the members for the winter months. The committee were arranging for a room in the Y.M.C.A. for the use of the members The representative& of the Federation on the Local War Pension Com- mittoe stated that the case of the member that had been the subject of a resolution to the Prison Commissioners had been satis- factorily settled, the member having been reinstated. The secretary reported that the arrangements for the memorial service to be held in the Guildhall on Thursday, September 5th, at 7 p.m.. had. been com- pleted. Having regard to the fact that majny Service and ex-Service men were Freemen of the Borough, the following re- solution was unanimously passed: "That this meeting- view with disgust the action of the local Town Council in ignoring ex- Servee men when considering the iesue of invitations to the ceremony of the presenta- tion of the Freedom of the Borough to the Prime -Alinister, the Right Hon. David Lloyd George. The membership of sub- branches was reported to be increasing, and a. new branch hast been formed in Cardigan. Several new members were enrolled bring- ing the local branch to la membership of over 20Q members.

Local Weddings i BASKERVILLE-LEWTS. A pretty weddirTg took place at St. Peter's Church, Carmarthen, on Tuesday, when Sec.-Corpl. Albert Erna|t Baskerville* Royal Engineer.e third son of the late Mr. H. G. BaskerVille, and of Mrs. Baskerville, John-,street, Carmarthen, was married to Miss Annie Lewis, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis, Walter's-row, Cambrian-place, Carmarthen. The bride, who was smartly attired in a navy blue tailor-made costume and a nigger brown hat, was given away by her brother-in-law, Mr. James Richards, Walter'a-row. She was accompanied by the bridegroom's sisters, who wore khaki cos- 'tumes with hats to match. The best man was Mr. E. Baskerville, Lammas-strelet (uncle of the bridegroom), and the ,grooms- man was A.M. George Jones, R.F.C., Parade-road. The vicar. Rev. B. Parry Griffiths, officiated. The wedding break- fast was partaken of at the bride's home, after which the bride and bridegroom left for Cardiff for the honeymoon Corpl. Baskerville, who is home on special leave from France, where he has beer, for two years, previously served in Gallipoli, where he was wounded. EVANS-EVANS. The marriage* was solemnised at the Eng- lish Baptist Chapel, Aberystwyth, on Sun- day, 1th inst., between Mr. Wm. Michael Evans, 14, Spring Gardens, Aberystwyth, fireman on the G.W.R. at Carmarthen, and Miss Emily Kate Evans, youngest daughter 6f the late Mr. Ceo. Evans/ and of Mrs. Charlotte Evans, 8, Mill-street, Carmarthen. The ceremony was performed hy Rev. J. Griffiths, Aberystwyth. The bridegroom is a discharged isoldier. -01

Local Obituary N MR. DAVID DAVIES. The death occurred suddenly on Thurs- day, the 22nd inst., of Mr. David Davies, Lower Trevaughan, at the age of 51 years. Deceased was well known and highly esteemed in the town and district, and the nows of his sudden death was received with ileep regret. He was a staunch and a active member at Elim Congregational Chapel. He is survived by a widow and three children, with whom deep sympathy is felt. The funeral, which was largely at- tended, took place on Monday, interment being made at Elim burial ground. The officiating ministers were the, Rev. D. Roberts, Glais (deceased's former pastor) and the Rev. D. Griffiths, Talog. The chief mourners were: Mrs. Hannah Davies idow); David, John. and Willie (sans); Mr. and Mrs. B Davies; Mr and Mrs. T. Davies, and Mr. and Mrs. Jl Davies, all of Newcajstle-Em!yn (brothersi and sisters-in-law); Mrs. Evans, Drefach, and Mrs. John Evans (sister and nephew). Other relatives present were: Mr. and Mrs. HoweJls, Wemlas, Llanddiarog; Mr. <and Mrs. Oliver, Llwyn Meredith, Carmarthen; and Mrs. Thomas, Pantyffordd, Llan- pumpsaint; Mr. and Mrfl. Lewis, Pleasant View, Riaeiiy-coed; Mr. and Mrs. Oliver, Llwynconwil, Conwil; Mts. Jones, Peny- bank, Maesybont; Mrs. Griffiths, Glannant, Llanpumpsaint; Mr. Edward Evans, Tre- vauarhan; Colonel Evans. Trevaughan. t MR. El J. WALKER. We regret to announce the death whicfc occurred on Sunday evening of Mr. Edward John Walker, youngest son of Mr. and "rs. Walker, 9, Nott-square, Carmarthen. Deceased, who was only 16 years of age, had been ailing for several months past, > nd had been a patient at the Carmarthen- shire Ifirmary and latterly at the Welsh Memorial Hospital at Tregaron. "Eddie," as he was familiarly known to a host of young friends, was a member of the 1st Carmarthen Troop of Boy Scouts. By hia et and amiable disposition, he had en- deared himself to all with mom he wiwa in contact. Previous to his breakdown in health he was a clerk in the office of Messrs. John Francis and Son, auctioneers. De- ceased had for four years been a member of St. Peter's Church Choir. Much sym- pathy is felt with' the bereaved parents, two ■ihers (on active service), and two sisters their sorrow. The funeral took place on Thursday (yesterday) at the Cemetery. MR. HENRY THOMAS. An old and respected inhabitant of the town passed away on Monday, in the person of Mr. Herry Thomas, 13, Parade-road, Carmarthen. Deceased, who was 71 years of age, had carried on a business as car- penter and wheelwright for many years. For nearly half a century, Mr. Thomas had taken a leading part in the erection and decoration of St. Peterls'\ Christmas Tree, iri which he was assisted of later years by his son. Deceased had been ailing for the past seven months. He was a member of St Peter's Church. Four eons and one daughter -are left to mourn their loss. The funeral, which will be private, takes place to-day (Friday) at Llangunnor Churchyard. MRS. A. MORRIS, TYGWYN. The death occurred on Friday morning last of Mrs. Ann Morris, wife of Mr. Essex Morris, Tygwyn Farm, Llangunnor, in her 57th year. Deceased, who had been in in different health for several months, was highly esteemed in the district. She was a staunch Churohwoman, being a member of Llangunnor Parish Church. Mrs. Morris is survived by a husband and seven children (three sons and four daughters), with whom deep sympathy is felt. The second son is on active service in Egypt. The funeral, which was private, took place on Monday at Llangunnor Churchyard, the officiating clergy being the vicar (Rev. J. Jenkins) and Rev. J. Titue, vicar of Llangadock (nephew of deceased). The mourners were: Mr. Essex Morris (husband); Messrs. J. S. and Martin Morris (song- *); Misses M. A., Gertrude, Eva, and Olwen Morris (daugh- ters) Mr. and Mrs. J. Morris, Gwyddfa- gattw (brother and sister-in-law); Mr. R. Morris, Black Ox, AbeTgwili and Dr. Glan- yiUe Morris, Mardy (brothers-in-law). Several friends were also present. A large number of floral tributes were sent. The bereaved husband and family tender their thanks for. the sympathy shown towards them in their sorrow. REV. JOHN DAVfES, CADLE. The Rev. John Davies, of Cadle, near Swansea. a well-known Nonconformist divine, who died on Friday night, at the age of 71, was a native of Trelech, and a brother of the Rev. Wm. Davies, pastor oi Tabernacle, Llandilo. He leaves a widow and one daughter—Mrs. Daniels, of Cardi- gan.

Carmarthen Regatta AN UNQUALIFIED SUCCESS. Oi recent years regattas at Carmarthen have been few aiyl far between, and it was with much interest *hat the residents of fhe borough and surrounding district learnt that a regatta and swimming 'races were being organised by the Mayor (Aid. Wm. Evans) ,d Mr. W. L. Thomas (hon. secretaryl, both of whom worked assiduously to ensure s success. They were helped by an en- thusiastic committee, and the event, which was held on Thursday, proved in every way an unqualified success. 'Both banks of the river Towy for a considerable distance along the Quay, were crowded with spectators, who watched the races with keen interest. During the proceedings a very clever swim- ming display was given by Wm. Henry "homas and Willie Price. A band also gave selections at intervals. The event was orga- nised in aid of that very deserving cause, ie Prisoners of War Fund, and the pro- moters are to be congratulated on the suc- cess that attended their efforts. The Mayor was president and other officials were:— Hon. secretary, Mr. W, L. Thomas; hon. treasurer, Mr. George Page;1' starter, Mr. G. Davies; timekeeper, Mr. T. Palmer; clerk* of course, Mr. C. Chapman. The col- lectors were in charge of Mr. F. G^ Hum- phreys. The following is a list of the events and winners:— Four-oared, Boats, not exceeding ZU teet- 1, Oswell, the property of Capt. David Jones, Ferryside; 2, Ernest Bright's Sarah Ann; 3, William Elias's Craig-y-don. Coracle Race for Men over 60 years of age-1, Ben. Lewis; 2, William Owen; 3, Thomas Thomas. Coracle Race for Boys under 15 years of age—1, William J. Thomas; 2, David Owen; a, Stephen Thomas. Two-oared Boats, not exceeding 16 feet— D. Jones's Oswell!; 2, E. Bright's Sarah Ann. Open Handicap Swimming Race for "ovs tinder 18 years of age-1, A. Jackson; 2, W. H. Thomas; 3, Ben. Griffiths. Race for Sand Boats, four oars—1, W. Hughes' Violet; 2, divided' between Tom Price's Bob and Edward Hopkins'" Lizzie. Open Coracle Race—1, David Elias; 2, D. J. Thomas; 3, Walter Evans. Open Handicap Swimming Race—1, David J. Thomas 2, divided between David Thomas and A. Jackson. Punt Race, to be rowed by one man (no coxswain allowed)-l, F. Davies's Iola. Diving competition (longest under water) -1, David Thomas; 2, J. R. Rees; 3, Wil- liam Hancock. Sculling Race-1, D. Jones's Osivell; 2, D. J1. Harries's Billy; 3, E. Bright's Sarah Ann. Plank and Shovel Race—1, William Elias; 2, E. Hopkins. Climbing the Buoy—1 and 2, divided, be- tween Price. Rees, and Hancock. The amount collected on the banks of the her was 20 3s. 5d., while a surplus of £10 was handed over from the Regatta Fund, making the total proceeds of over j650. The committee are indebted to the competitors from Ferryside for their support.

Llansaint Woman's Suicide HUSBAND'S DISCOVERY. No small sensation was caused in the dis- trict .when it became known that Mrs. Sarah Ann Jonee, wife of Mr. Benjamin Jones, High Park, Llansaint, had committed sulcide at 3 a.m. on Tuesday. It appears that the husband, who slept in a room ad- joining that in which his wife slept, heard groans and proceeded to his wife's bedroom. In the darkness he could- faintly discern a figure in white. One of Mr. Jones's hands came in contact with a sharp instrument, which proved to be the blade of a razor which his wife held iii her hand. Lighting a candle thé husband, to his horror, disco- vered his wife in a state of collapse. She was suffering from two big gashes on the neck, all of which had been self-inflicted. The woman bled profusely and died in a few nfinutes. Dr. Williams and P.C. D. J. Davies were summoned, but no assistance could be rendered as life was extinct. De- ceased, who was a native of Pembrokeshire, was 33 years of age, and had only been mar- ried to Mr. Jones (who was a widower with two children) about twelve months ago.

BURRY PORT AND GWENDRAETH VALLEY RAILWAY. I After provding fcr all fixed charges and crediting £ 750 to engine renewals and £ 500 to general reserve, balance of £ 6,168, against 25,200 a year ago. Interim divi- dends at the rate of 5 per cent, per annum on the prefence shares and 6 per cent, per anum on the ordinary shares, carrying for1- ward £ 4,580. Warrants will be posted about September 1.

Mr. T. C. Hurley, of the firm of Messrs. George Williams and Hurley, solicitors, Llandilo, has just been appointed a Com- missioner for Oaths. .1 11

Carmarthen Board of Guardians INMATES' BREAD RATION. Mr. D. E. Stephens, Llanartbney, pre- sided at the fortnighty meeting of Carmar- then Board of Guardians on Saturday. A letter was received from the parish council of Laugharne Township stating they had recommended Mr. Samuel Evans to act as rate collector during the illness of Mr. Griffiths, and that he he paid the same salary (Mr. Griffiths' salary to con- tinue as befoae). On the motion of Rev. Fuller Mills, Mr. Evans was appointed till the 29ch Septem- ber at the salary suggested. The Llanarthney Parish Council also forwarded a resolution asking the Guar- dians to arrrnge that the relieving officer attend at Celneithin to pay relief and to register births and deaths, and that a new pay station with two rooms—one to inter- view applicants for relief-be secured there. There were complaints by colliers and others that the present station at Voelgas- tell was too far from the populous district. Mr. D. T. Gitberb-I wonder v/hether we shall have a repitition of what happened at Llangendeirne. They made a similar application, and whe everything was settled they withdrew tfreir application. The Chairman said there was only one small room at Voelgastell which was in- adequate The matter was placed on the agenda for the next meeting. A letter was read from Mr. James Gri- • iw, who has been in the service of th& Board for 30 years, resigning rh,e posts of relieving officer, registrar of births and deaths, and Vaccination officer, for the Llangendeirne district..Mr: Griffiths thanked the Board for the courtesy shown him during the time he had served them and said hii> relationship with the Board his duties conscientiously, and he had al- had always been of the most cordial charac- ter. He Bad always endeavoured to discharge ways received the sympathy of the mem- bers. The Chairman said they were all sorry to hear of Mi-. Griffiths' decision. He had been a very good and faithful officer. Mr. Gilbert moved that the Board ask Mr. Griffiths to withdraw his resignation and to continue serving the Board. He was a man who could be relied upon, and had always worked in perfect harmony with the Guavdions. Rev. Fuller Mills seconded, and this was agreed to. ( The Rev. Fuller Mills said there were complaints among the inmates of the Workhouse of the insufficiency of the bread ration allowed them. The Master and Matron did their best to supplement it by extra vegetables, but the inmates still com- plained they felt hungry. Of course, they were allowed the full ration according to the dietary ecale. There were only 37 in- mates in the house. He moved applica- tion be made to the Local Government Board for sanction to ivtrease the bread ration. Mr. Gilbert—I thing thoy ought certain- ly to have more bread. In reply to questions, the Master said they received from nine to eleven ounces of bread per day. Mr. John Lewis Llanddarog, said* he did not see why old people who had borne the burden and heat of the day should go short of bread when there was plenty and to spare to be found in German prisoners' camps. The motion was carried.

Carmarthen County Petty Sessions ■' — PONTHENRY BOYS FINED. Saturday, before Mr. D. W. Drummond (in the chair): Major Dowdeswell, Llan- etephan, and Mr. J. LI. Thomas, Ferry- side. D. J. Thomas (19), of South Wales Bor- derers, a native of Pontyberem, was brought up charged with being an absentee from his regiment. P.C. Morgan said defendant had over- -stayed his leave since August 6th. When arrested he said, "My gums are bad; I intended seeing a doctor to-day, and go back on Monday." Defendant, who said he had served 17 weeks, gave his word of honour to return to camp without an escort, and he wad accordingly discharged. William John Lewis, collier, Mynydd- cerrig, Pontyberem, summoned for riding a bicycle without lights on Porthyrhyd road.-P.C. Roberts, Llftnarthney, who ,gave evidence, said defendant's explanation was that he had staved in LlancOarog longer than he intended. He had no lamps on the bicycie. It was a dark night.— Fined 30s. Seven Ponthenry youths—David John Meredith (16V, David Daniel Jones (14), John G. Emmanuel (14), Gwynfor Walters (14), colliers; John King (15), David Daniel Thomas (13), labourers, and Datid John Jonee were summoned for stealing grow- ing apples^ the property of John Williams, Pontyatee, and also for damaging the trees. They pleaded guilty. Prosecutor deposed to missing the fruit and finding the trees damaged on the afternoon ot the lSth August. There was also a big gap in the hedge. He estimated the ioss at JB2. P.C. Morgan said when spok-en to the boys admitted having taken apples. Wal- ters said he was not inside the garden, but he had had some apples. Supt. J. E. Jones said Meredith, D. Daniel Jones, and Emmanuel had been bound over at Llanelly in 1917 for doing wilful damage to potatoes in a railway truck. The Chairman. severely reprimanded de- fendants, and said they deserved a "jolly good birching." Apples were a very im- portant part of the country's food just now, and there was no reason why prosecutor— an elderly man—who had taken the trouble to plant apple ttrees to try and assist him- self and the country in these strenuous days,. should be deprived of the fruit and have his trees damaged. Meredith, Dalvid Daniel Jones, and Emmanuet. were each. fined £2 and 5s. costs and ordered to pay 6s. damage each, Walters and King were fined 20s. each and ordered to pay 6s. damage. Thorrftis and David J. Jones, who the Chairman said appeared to have been led away by the other boys, were fined 10s. each, and or- dered to pay 6s. damage.

GLANAMMAN. The Rw. Ffinant Morgan, GL-namman, has completed his B.D. course v-ith honors. Mr. Morgan is a native of Néwcastle-Emlyn and is an old student of the Emlyn Gram- mar School. At one time he was a corres- pondent of the "journal." Owing to hard work he has been in failing health fcr some timo. He has now, however, almost recovered. His numerous friends will join heratily in wishing hup congratulations.

< LLANDILO. The farriers and smiths of Llandilo and district attended a meeting to discuss the advance in prices of iron granted by the Minister of ions, which alters prices considerably, also wages. It was unani. mously agreed to rearrange prices, the mini- mum charge ranging from 6s. for ponies, up to 12s. per set for cart horses; entires, 22s. 6d. Another meeting will be held on Nov 12th (fair day) to discuss prices for general ,work.

Two hundred and forty-two repatriated prisoners of wai, including 86 rot cases and 23 civilians, were landed at Boston on sun- d&A number of Intermediate schoolboys from Carmarthenshire are working a holi- day engagement on farms in I-embroke- shire. <

Milk Distribution Scheme REPLIES TO BOROUGH COMMITTEE'S RESOLUTION. The Mayor (Aid. Wm. Evans) presided at a meeting of Carmarthen Borough Food Committee on Monday evening, when re- plies were received to the resolution passed last week protesting against the re-arrange- ment of milk distribution in the town sug- gested by the Road Transport Board. The Food Controller wrote: This matter has been discussed with the Road Transport Board, and I am to state that no action of the kind suggested will be taken without consultation with this Ministry. In con- sidering the matter full weight will be given to the representation put forward in your letter." Mr. R. J. Rhys, Food Commis- sioner for South Wales, wrote: "I have 'very little influence with the Road Trans- it Board, but can interfere where injus- tice and public inconvenience is in ques- tion." When a registered customer applied for permission to trarfcfer to another butcher, Mr. Dunn Williams said these applications were becoming too numerous. Mr. David Williams moved that the resolution already passed be adhered to. On the motion of Rev. Fuller Mills it was decided that hence- forth all such applications be refused—except in very speoial circumstances—until after October, when new books are issued. SMALLER MEAT RATION. The South Wales Food Commissioner in a letter said he regretted to say that the meat supply in the immediate future was some- what uncertain, due principally to the fact that farmers were so busy in the harvest that they had no time to bring stock into marts, and also to a shortage of tonnage to bring supplies' from overseas. The necessity ex- isted for more economy in the consumption of meat during the next few weeks. He thought the difficulty was only a temporary "11e, but it must be taken for granted that the supplies of butchers' meat for some time to come will not permit as high a ration ps has been obtained hitherto.

Carmarthen Pensions Com- mittee PRIORY-STREET MAN'S CASE. At Carmarthen Borough Pensions Com- mittee oo Monday evening, Canon Brown presiding, it was reported in reference to the application of a Priory-street discharged coldier that Mr. J. W. Nicholas, clerk to the County Pensions Committee, stated that the report of the medical referee on the case was that the man's condition was not due to military service. The marM-waa carrying on his usual work, and no action could be taken. Mr. Dunn Williams said the rrmn was deaf before be joined up, but, in his opinion, he was now far worse. Mr. J. Jenkins—if the man is not any iworse now why was he discharged? The Chairman—That I do not know. Mr. To:n Davies sug-gested that the Com- mittee ought to be furnished with copies of the medical referee's reports in order that they migbt judge cases for themselves The Chairman—1 cxpeet those reports are confidential. It was decided to iend Mr. Nicholas' let- ter to the man for his perusal. Mr. P. J. Williams moved that the Minis- try of Pensions be requested to appoint an -alternate medical referee for the borough of Carmarthen. He held that men should. have the choice of two referees. That was done in other places. He, spoke about the matter to the Minister of Pensions at Swansea some months ago. The Chairman said that medical pensions boards would shortly be set up all over the country. Mr. Tom Davies replied that the ap- pointment of such a board would not do away with the medical referee. The pen- sions board would examine men for the purpose of registering their pensions. ,which WllA now done at Pembroke Dock. Mr. Jenkins seconded the motion, and it was agreed to. PRISON WARDER'S CASE. In reply to a resolution protesting against the action of the Prison Commissioners in seiiving notice of dismissal on a Carmarthen prison warder on medical grounds—be dis- ability being due to gas poisoning con- tracted whilst on active- service in France, a letter was read from the Commissioners stat'ng that "the case was still under con- sideration, and that they have now* been able to find him Employment which will not .necessitate his superannuation on medi- cal grounds." It was resolved to recommend a grant of £5 to a discharged soldier, to enable him to buy tools to resume work as a collier. He was now obliged to work as a surface- man owing to h.s,inability to purchase tools.

UTILITY RABBIT CLUB.. Sir -It is the desire of the Food Produc- tion Department to increase the keeping of rabbits bv private person^ in towns and country, and thereby to increase largely the supply of rabbits for food purposes. by creating a National Rabbit Industry and to nroduce within the next 15 months 100,000 t _1 is of rabbit flesh, and increase tne oreea- ing sibocks 'v 16,000,000 to 20,0^)0 000, The need of increasing our home production meat is imperative, and .will remain so for many years. With proper orgarusation-the setting up of rabbit clubs—it will be possib e to produce enormous quantities of rabbit flesh. In France the production of rabbits (meat and skins) in 1910 was valued at £ 8 000 000. Our own production is insigni- ficant. But there is nothing wanting in England to enable us to do as well as France, or even better. The flesh of tame rabbits :< equal in taste to fowl, and in feeding value value is greater than beef, The prejudice ,q inst eating tame rabbits is due to igno- rance. There is no domestic animal which requires less simple food and gives a better return for it than the rabbit. During seven months in the year its food should cost nothing beyond collecting it. As a machi- nery for turning waste from the garden and t'w kitchen into valuable food it is only equalled, though not excelled, by the pig. The cost of feeding an adult rabbit, even during the winter when all food may have to be bought, should not exceed 2d. per week, or in the case of does in kindle or -with a litter, 3d. per week. Where it does the management is at fault. We have already our Rabbit Club for Trunsaran, as .veil as a Pig Club, held at the Star Hotel. Also I am more than pleased that the Car- marthen Exhibition had a class for rabbits,- Yours, &o., T. E. Davies. Trimsaran, 27th Aug,, 1918.

KILLED IN ACTION. Dickinson.Digby Cecil Cobb, Second Lieut., South Wales Borderers, killed in action on Sunday, August 18th, while while leading his company, dearly Icved younger son of Francis Digbv and Lucy Dickinson, Aberyscir Court, Brecon, -and grandson of the late Thomas Jones, Cterk Sf the Peace for Carmarthe^hire, aged 20 years and 10 months. CP207

The Army Council have decided that the Distinguished Service Order, the Military Cross, and the Distinguished Conduct edal shall be regarded as from August 1st last as distinctions k be awarded for "'services in action" only. #

Llandovery Petty Sessions ——— f Friday, August 23rd—Before Messrs. C. P. Lewis (chairman), T. Watkins, T. Roberts, and D. Jones Deputy Chief Constable Evans summoned Mrs. Letitia Jones, the landlady of the White Swan Inn, Llandovery. for supply- ing intoxicating liquors during prohibited hours. Mr. T. R. Ludford, solicitor, Llanelly, i-epresented the defendant, who denied the offence. P.C. Phillips deposed that at 12.10 a.m. on Sunday, the 4th instant, he saw a light, in the bar of the White-Swan Inn. He jumped up the window and s«w defendant opening two bottles which appeared to be Worthington's bottles. Defenaant then went towards the back kitchen with the two bottles in her liand. He informed P.S. Deans of what he had seen, and they proceeded round to the back of the pre- mises, and there saw the defendant, five men. and another woman. He saw four of the men drinking out of the bottles produced. Subsequently lie went round to the front door, leaving the sergeant at the back window. He knocked at the front door, and after an interval, th;- door was opened. Witness and P.S. Deans entered, and the sergeant charged the men with consuming. One man said he had it with his supper, whilst the other three men denied having been supplied. Failing to :1(0(3 the bottles, witness opened the table drawer, and there found one bottle with a small drop of beer in the bottom. P.S. Deans took up the cover of a settle and pulted out three more bottles. Defendant was charged by him with selling and supply- ing intoxicants during prohibited hours. Defendant denied the allegation, and said she had not supplied anything since 9 o'clock. Cross-examined—The four men were lodg- ing there. No one else saw the bottles tapped but himself. The blinds were not (b awn, but there was a dark, red curtain on the window. He saw no glasses, but there was a candle lit in the bar. P S. James Deans gave corroborative evidence Letitia Jones, the defendant, stated that she had held a licence for about 25 years. On the 4th August, the four men referred to w.erp in her house as lodgers; having arrived on the previous day. She denied tapping a bottle after 7 o'clock on the Saturday evening (August 3rd). The men were in the back kitchen, and the two blinds had been up for many jears. She drew the blinds over the window, and there was not an inch of the window uncovered. She produced the blinds which were the same as those on the window on the 3rd instant. The defendants had no drink in the house. Cross-examied-P.C. Phillips' statement was not true. She believed he had some. thing'against her: Her explanation for the bottles being found in the settle was that ■ Win. Evans, a lodger, must have placed them there when he put the clothes in. Evidence was adduced by William Evans, a lodger, who stated that he cleared the table of books and some bottles so that he might have tea, and placed them in the settle. Margaret Goodwin, who resided next-door to the public-house, stated that she had taken four empty bottles back to the White Swan on the evening of the 3rd instant. The oth«r men found on the premises also denied being supplied with beer as alleged, one of them stating that he had been a life-long total abstainer. After a hearmg of six hours.. the magis- trates dismissed the case. Upon the application of Deputy Chief Constable Evans, the summonses issued against- the four men found on the premises1 for alleged consuming of intoxicants during prohibited hours were withdrawn.

Smart Military Wedding at Llandovery On Wednesday afternoon, the 28th instant, a smart military wedding was duly solem- nised at Llandingat Church, Llandovery, and the event attracted a large congrega- tion to the sacred edifice. The contracting naloties were Captain Harold E. Powell, Royal Air Force, of Mullion. Cornwall 'younger son of the late Mr Francis Edward Powell, of Hastings. Sussex), and Miss TTelen Frances Amy Bishop, younger daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bishop. of Cwm-Rhuddan, Llandovery. Several arches spanned the highway in various places be- tween the bride s residence and the church, and the church bells rang out a merry peal in honour of the event. The ceremony comenced about 2 o'clock. The bride was charmingly attired in an ivory satin char- mouse dress, draped with lace and ninon trimmed with silver. She wore an. orange blossom wreath amd Brussels lace veil, and carried a beautiful bouquet of choicest flowers, the gift of the bridegreom. She was given away by her father, Mr. C. Bishop. The bride was attended by one pretty little bridesmaid, in the person of har nfeee. Miss Nancy Lindner, of 47, Fitz James' Mansions, London, who wore a pate blue satin delux, with an overdress of blue ninon, trimmed with small pink roses. She wore a, silver cap, and also a gold enamel regimental badge brooch, the gift ot the bridegroom. Captain Bellow, of the Royal Air Force, Cornwall, acted as best man. whilst the ceremony was per- formed by the Rev. D. Edmondes Owen, R.D.. vicar of Llandovery. Amongst many others pflesent at the oeremony were Mrs. Bishop ibride's mother) and Mr. and Mrs. Lindner (bride's sister and brother-in-law). The service was fully choral; and included the rendering of the hymns. "Lead us, H eayenly Father, lead us," "Almighty Father, 'who at first," "0 perfect love, all human thought transcending," and "0 .Father all creating," and the chanting If Psalm 62. The "Wedding March" was also Elayed on the organ as the bride and ridegraom proceeded from the chlxrch. Outside the sacred edifice a large crowd greeted the happy couple with confetti. A reception wfcs held at Cwm-Rhuddan, and a large number of invited relatives and friends were present. The bridal cake, which was .a two-tier one and artistically iced, was made by the bride herself. Later in the day, the bride and bridegroom left for London and the South of England, where the honeymoon is being spent. The bride's travelling attire was a coat and skirt of Gabardine cloth, trimmed with purple velvet, with hat to match. They left amidst a great de-a I of cannonading, expressions of good wishes for tl eir future c- happiness. The presents were numerous iand costly, and amply testified to the nopu- larity of the bride in this district.

LLANDYSSUL. In accordance with a resolution P^ed at a public meeting at Llandyssul under the presidency of Mrs. Lloyd, of Waumfor a telegram of greeting was despatched on France's National Day to the President of the French Republic. Subsequently a communication reached Mrs. Lloyd from the National War Aims Committee, en- closing a copy of the President s message to the Kang, and regretting that the French President had found it quite ,™aPOSBlbh.° send individual replies. In the meantime, however, a reply had reached Uandyssul bearing the autograph signature. of the President, of whom the following is a trans- lation :—"The President of the trench Re- public beink very much touched by tne congratulation? and good wishes which you have addressed to him on 'France's Day thanks vou for the same with a full heart in th? name of the French People, who are firmly united with the B^n-^ ^^j^ris11 the 'defence of right and of liberty. Paris, 14th July, 1918. Pomcare.

Fete at I Iandovery GREAT OPEN-AIR SUCCESS. Under favourable conditions, a most suo- cessful open-air fete was held in the Castle Grounds on Thursday afternoon of last week under the presidency of Mrs. Wil- • liams, O.B.E., of Llanfair Grange. The proceeds were devoted to the Swansea Hos- pital and the Local Prisoners of War Fund and it was gratifying to the promoters to find such worthy objects receiving such ftaunch patronage. The gathering was t large and distinguished one and among the visitors one noticed Lieut.-General F<r James Hills-Johnes, V.C., G.C.B.. of Do'au- .'othy; Mr. John Hinds (the Lord-lieutehant of the county), and Mrs. Hinds; Mr. C. V. Pryse-Rice and Dame Margaret Pryee-Rice, Llwvnjrbrain; Captain and Mrs. Cemlyn Jones; Mrs. Williams, of Llanfair Grane-e. Arc The President opened the fete in a .few felicitous sentences, and a vote of thanks her moved by the Rev. D. Ed- mondes Owen (vicar Llandovery) was car- ried with enthusiasm. The carnival, which opened the day's pro- gramme. brought a large number of entries and included several creditable impersona- tions. The entrants comprised the follow- f :n --Niiss Minna Davies and party, The Allies"; Miss M. H. Davies, "Italian Girl" Master Lloyd Jones. "Welsh Preacher"; Miss Daniel, "Irish Woman"; Miss Nancy Jones, "Welshwoman"; Miss Betty de Rees, Early Victorian Lady", Miss Olive Edwards, "Old Glory"; Miss ;issie James, "Uncle Sam Miss L. Grif- fiths, Private Secretary"; Miss Millie Rees, "Fairy"; Miss Olive Stokes, "Im- perial Federation Miss Nellie Edwards, Food Controller Miss Irene Griffiths, "Jack Tar"; Miss Betty Thomas, "Japa- nese Lady Miss May Edwards, Belgian La,dy"; Mrs. Edmunds,' 'Italian I#ady Miss Lily Hunt, Serbia"; Miss Mary Fvans, "Belgium in Sorrow"; Miss Bella James, "Japanese Gir"; Master Dunsford Price, Indian Prince; Miss Florence Price, !l Red Cross Nurse Mias Muriel Hassard, Flower Girl"; Miss Alice Davies and Mr. Willie Prvtherch, "Camouflage"; Miss Sybil John, "Indian Squaw"; Mas- ter Tom Rees, "Charlie Chaplin"; Mies Katie Jones, "Flower of the Family"; Master D: Davies "England's Last Hope"; Miss Maggie Stokes, a Wanderer Mas- ter Cyril James, "Uncle Sam"; Miss Gladys Barlow and Miss Eunice Joncei Consden. tious Objectors"; Miss E. C. Harries, Tommy's Parcel and Mr. D. T. Morgan and party, "The Band." In the carnival the prize-winners were as followis:— Best group: 1st, Miss Minna Datvies and party, "The Allies." Humorous: 1st, Miss Alice and Mr. W. Prytherch, "Camouuage"; 2nd, Master Cyril James, Uncle Sain 3rd, Miss Elicia Harries, "Tommy's Ptrcel." Fancy dress: 1st, Miss Sybil John, Ammanford, "Indian Squaw"; 2nd, Miss Olive Stokes, "Imperial Federation"; 3rd, M!ss M. H. Davies, "Italian Girl." Special prizes: Misses Irene Griffiths and Nellie Edwards. "Food Controller"; Misses Lily Hunt and M. Evans, Servia and Bel- gium Misses Olive Edwards and Cissie James, Uncle Sam." The side shows, which included a shooting gallery, fine art gallery, and fortune-telling, were weil patronized. There were also a farmers' stall, refreshment stall, American bar, flower stall, and a miscellaneous stall fully laden with articles, and a large sum was netted from those, the refl|e«hment stall alone producing £ 65. The baly show, orga- nised by Dr. T. Morgan, the medical officer of the borough, proved a great attraction, and the following prizes were awarded:— One to three months: 1st, Mrs; T. Williams, 46, Stone-street, Llandovery; 2nd, Mrs.' E. Evans, 1, Orchard-street, Llandovery; 3rd, Mrs. Hughes, Henfaes, Pumpsaint. Three to six months old: 1st, Mrs. W. Davies, Tonn Cottage, Llandovery; 2nd, Mrs. Davies, 131aeiiewm Farm, Halfway; 3rd, Mrs. Williams, Corner House, Mvddfai. Six to twelve months old: 1st, Mrs. Davies, Coedshone, Llangadock; 2bW, Mrs. John, Glanmynie Cottage, Llandctvery; 3rd, Mrs. Simon, Cwmdwr, Llanwrda. Special prize: Best girl in the show (prize a handsome doll given by Mrs John Hinds). 1st, Mrs. Davies, TOIUl Cottage, Llandovery. The* winners in the sports were as follows: —Tc.g-of-war (opoui)z- Xlr. W. Ptiitchard'* team, Halfway. Tug-of-war (boys under 13): Master Noel Morgan's team. Tug-of- war (girls under 13): Miss Nellie Carter's team. Slow bicycle race (open): 1st, Mr. Campbell Rees; 2nd, E. Morgan. Three- legged race (open): 1st, Messrs. L. and F. Morgan; 2nd, Messrs. E. Lewis and G. Jjnes. Egg and spoon race (for ladies): 1st, Miss F. Morgan; 2nd, Miss B. Jones. Potato race (open)-: 1st, Master Noel Mor- gan; 2nd, Master Glyn Jones. Red Cross race (open): 1st, Mr. E. J. Price, Senny- bridge; 2nd, Mr. W. Griffiths. Obstacle race' 'open): 1st, Mr. A. Rahmattulah; 2nd, Mr. W. Griffiths. 10 yards race (boys under 13): 1st, Master E. Li. Jones; 2nd, Master B. John 50 yards race (girhs under 13): 1st, Mss .F. Morgan; 2nd, Miss G. Jones. The proceeds of the cinema performance were also handed to the same cause. A crowded house were' kept highly amused in a singing- competition in which the com- petitor had to nold a live pig which waa generously given by Mr Ben Morgan, Welsh Sinithlleld. The winner was Mr. Jack Griffiths, of Goleugoed, whilst second and third prizes were given by Alderman C. P. Lewis an dthe Mayor to" Master W. A. Preece and Mr. R. W. Clarke. The secretarial duties were admirably discharged by Alderman C. P Lewis and Councillor M. H. Nichols, whilsrt the other officials who rendered valuable services were:— Chair.man of committee, the Mayor (Coun- cillor D. Jones); carnival judges, the Rev. and Mrs. W. J. Constable, HenllysT, and Mr. and Mrs. Meuric Lloyd, Cynghordy; judges at baby show. Dr. Price, Amman- ford; .Dr Cambria Thomas, oounty redical ollkvr of health, Llanybyther; and Dr. Evan Evans, Lampeter; judges at sports, Messrs. C. Michael, W. J. Williams, D. Roderick, D. Thomas, and Dr. T. Morgan; starter, Alderman C. P. Lewis; treasurer, Mr. C. Michael, Lloyds Bank. We must not conclude without a reference being made to the arduous work undertaken by the ladies in collecting and superintending the various stalls. They are too numerous to individualise, but suffice it to say that the success of the fete to a large measure must be attributed to their energetic and un- tiring efforts.

FONTARDULAIS. At Graig Merthyr Colliery, Pontard;dais, on Monday, while following .hia fmp'ojmrient underground, Richie Phillips, just over J4 years of kge, eldest son of Mr: Ben Phil- lips, 6, Oakfield-street, received a hf «vy fall of stone on the head, causing a scalp wound almost from ear to ear. He -Aas first attended by Dr. R. J. Isaac, rd after- wards conveyed in the doctor's car to Swan- sea Hospital where he was detained. He is, however, making f=p[<nd d progress. On Sunday last the Rev. John Davies, B.A., pastor of English Presbyterian Church, Swansea-road, occupied the pulpit at Coppa Chapel C.M. and delivered two highly instructive and impressive sermons to large congregations.

ABERAYRON. In acknowledging the splendid work done at Aberayron during War Weapons Week, the Natioal War Sayings Committee an- nounce that they have much pleasure In arranging for sik aeroplanies to be named Aberayron, Cilcerrin, Penlone, Llanon, Llanerohaeron, and Dihewid respectively, and three guns named Aberarth, Pennant, snd Ciliau Parte in recognition of the 6olendid achievement of the local commit- tee

The death took place on Monday last at Croesfaen, Llandilo, of Nurse Lizzie Gwen Thomas, the daughter of Mns. Thomas widow of the late Mr. William Thomas, of Croesfaen, aforesaid after an illness of | about a months' duration at the age of ( ^South Wales members of /(inoperative societies will be interested in tjte announce- ment that the Wholesale S1oclft|,n ^ve ac" quired further land to a total of 30,000 acres -twelve parishes in one Leicestershire area —in order to maintain farm supplies for the St Lieutenant Carey Morris the well-known artist and son of Mr. and Mrs- Ben Morris, punter and decorator, Rhosmaen-street, Llandilo, ia now home on leave. We are pleased to note that he was recently pro- moted. .<K3M » ft