The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

THE TALK 18:- That the Salvation Army Band is im- proving. That the Mayor's procession on Christmas Day was the largest seen for many years. That the residents at the top of Parc- maen-streefe greatly appreciate the light that they have just had. That the drill sergeant was abroad during Christ mas tide, and that "eyes rIgnt" is not so easy as it sounds—at any rate on Christmas night. That two gentlemen living at Carmar- then, who possibly were dubious as to the way in which the new Y.M.C.A. branch was carried on, paid a surprise 'visit to tthat institution on Saturday night, and showered on /tho soldiers present very practical blessings in the shape of "drinks round" in the sense in which the Y.M.C.A. understands the phrase, refreshments, ad. lib.. cigarettes ditto, and left a final bless- ing in the shape of two pounds of sugar. That the example of these two Samari- tajis might well be copied by residents in the town who hardly know of the exist- ence of the institution, and that it is hoped the sugar won't be missed in the Western Ward. That over 50 soldiers and sailors have i3lept at the Y.M.C.A. during this week. That the Y.M.C.A. has been greatly im- proved upon lately, and that other im- provements are being carried on. That the soldiers belonging to the Labour unit greatly appreciated the entertainment aajranged for them at tie Y.M.C.A. on Christmas night by Mr. Ger- man and others. That Mr. Bcngough's imoendingr depar- ture from the town to Cardiff will l-e a distinct loss to the town in gel1""(JL TNat. an AUotmemt-noldoirs Associa* on should be formed at Carmarthen. That the National Union of All' tmer.t- Tiolders is forming a Fede on tihrouf-n out the country. That the affiliation fee of the Fedcrat'ons -to the Union was fixed at a meeting ft Birmingham at Id. f«r member per That the object of the Union is to se*. rc <eo-operative purchase tlf Pee-is and of ira- lylementii.

Kidwelly Town Council.. The monthly meeting of the Town Coun- cil was held in the Town Hall cn the 21st inst., the Me/or (Conn. W. J. Loosmore) in the i-hgjr. 'J here were pre- sent: Aid. D. Rowlands, Council: a J. Morgan 'Water-street), Dav'd Davies, Thomas Davies, E. Colt", W..1. Mansel, J. Morgan (Priory-street), and W. A. Davies, together with Mr. W. R. James, town clerk; Dr. T. R. Griffiths, 1.0.H., and Mr D. Edwards, surveyor. UNFIT FOR The Medical Officer (f lieaith, in ¡Ú re- port, condemned two rc^ii^es in Priory- street a being in a dangerous coneit.on and unfit far habit.a.tion Ald. rds moved that the report I e 1(iop\ft"J, They were in duty bound to si ppot then- ciru ers, lan(Y carry nuit their Jommencatiorif> — Ccur.. T. Davies seconded.— .'oun. Ole considered it a waste of iii.ie to close these houses. In other <ases tenants had been turned out and others had be.,n allowed to go in. Their soldiers in tti trenches hAd no shelter at all. < e. advocated le.,v-rg things as they were during the Mar.—Coun Morgan (\Ytatef street) agreed with what C(ion. Cole had said. The M 0 H. said he would not have eorukmu.d these cot- tages if they were .1 any way fit for hdb: tation. They ere II. a snnply hcpL.e^ condition.—The motion jwas carriw. and notices were direct d 10 lpe served 011 the owner „ FOOD CONTROL. The Mayor eported that a deputation representing the ./orkmen's unions had waited upon the Food Control ( »• "itt.ee to urge the desirandity of c-ptnifig a mar- ket, so that local f..r:rnr might bung in their produce for vi.e. The (emmittee ce- cided to ask the 'ounoil to nla- c su iable premises at the fanners. Aid. Rowlands favoured the ranting <1 st-e Town Hall for the sale of butter and poultry, and the old market-place for green-stuffs and vege- tables. -Coun. Morgan (Water-treet) moved that the Tofwn Hall be granted for use as a market, and that notices be issued in- forming farmers of the facilities provided. —Coun. T. Davies: It is the wrong time to open it. Nothing will come of it.—Coun. Cole thought it too bad that farmers took tiheir produce to Llanelly and other places when the people, and especially the chil- dren of Kidwely, were without butter. It was a very well to speak of farmers supply- ing their cuJrtomers. In tlil-se cxflraordi- nary times custom should be done away with.—Coun. T. Davies: In ordinary times no one asked me locally for a pound of butter. I had to take it where I could sell it. It is wrong- to leave our regular cus- tomers. I won't do it.—Coun. Cole said it was a nice little excursion to go to Llanelly (laughter).—Coun. Manse said if farmers persisted in taking their butter away they would find their market carts 'upset COlln. Davies: You can't do it.—Coun. Mansel (heatedly): There is nothing im- possible m these days. If they can take my boy into the Army, I can pound of butter.—It was ultimately agreed to open the Hall as a market on Saturdays, no tolls to be chargted for the present.—A Market Committee was struck, to which a.re to be added two members of the Food Control Committee and one from each local Trade Union. MISCELLANEOUS. It was decided to increase the holding of War Bonds to 2500. c., Receipts for the month :-Slaughtr- hou Tolls, 9.1 13s. 4d.; Quay dues, £1 15s. 9d. It was reisolved to continue the gas stoves for another month to give them a fair trial. The Clerk was instructed to apply to the Chief Constable for permission to light the whole of the street lamps. The Quay House was let to Pte. Jack Richards, in succession to his late mother, on condition that the premises were not sub-let. The Surveyor was empowered to devise means for the collection of waste paper, old metal, etc. it was decided to support a resolution submitted by the City of London in favour of asking the Government of making greater use of th, internal waterways of the country. A resolution from the Town Council of Wallasey in opposition to the proposed Public Ministry of Health was ordered to li" on the table, and a similar fate awaited a letter from the Performing Rights Society. The Hall fees were remitter the promo- ters of a recent charity concert. The motion to consider the wages of the Corporation employees was deferred owing to the absence of Coun. Hy. volmne.

LOCAL NEWS. Butter Distributi,n.-Alr. Thomar,, Vale of Towy Dairy, Carmarthen, is to be congra- tulated upon the way he distributes the butter he receives weekly among the people of Carmarthen. On Friday last he distribu- ted large quantities of butter in half and quarter pounds to various people in the town and if it were not for his patriotic efforts many in Carmarthen would be without bUIWiel "Penny Bank-"—The annual dis- tribution of the money paid into the Penny Bank" in connection with the Penuel Band of Hope took place at the schoolroom on Tuesday, the 18th inst. This "Penny Bank" has now been in existence for a quarter of a century, and during that time a very large amount of money has been paid into and paid out of it. The secretary for this year is Mr. D. J. Robinson. r i < Departure.—Mr. T. Bengough, chief clerk at the Official Receiver's office, is leaving the town shortly to take up an important posi- tion at the Board of Trade Office, Cardiff Mr. Bengough'a departure will be a great loss to the town, where he has made himself very useful and popular. He is a prominent member of Zion Chape*. where he has been a very active member, while he is also chair- man of the Carmarthen Industrial Co-opera- tive Society. His many Carmarthen inends heartily congratulate him upon his new ap- ^At'"the Y.M.C.A -Arwther "pleasant evening" was spent at th°. „ p Sunday last, when Mr. Herbert R.Geimaii _n+-har1T1N" (leader) presided over a u'6" » r i> soldiers. Solos were sung by —The Misses Katie and Gwen Ho%«*, Miss Jessie Evans, MIBS Gwladys Mfhite, Mr. Frank Thomas, and Mr. W. G. Hv the Christmas carols were also sung y audience and Mr. German »^ort wl drees. The pleasant evenings are Tery much appreciated by the soldiers. Billiard' Tournament. The billiard tourna- ment which has been going Y M C.A. for the past five weeks amongsi the wounded soldiers of the RedCr«Hc, pital has come to an end. Tho winneis were:—1st Pte. Bailey; 2nd, Gunner Jones; and 3rd, Pte. Mitten. The winner of. the first prize was presented with a eilver clock (given by Mr. Harries, Towy Works, and Mr. Harries, Deri), the razor set (given by Mr. Dan Bartlefct"), and the third, a pocket knife (given by Mr. Robert Thomas). The result of draughts tournament which has been going on is asfollows:—1. Pte Heath; 2 Pte. Blackmore; 3, Pte. Haddocks. The win- ners were presented with prizes of mon .y 5s., 3s., and 2s.—at the concert on Boxing '-T=_L.L The* late Dr. L. G. Grossman.—A memorial service was held at the English Cong g ional Church on Sunday evening laafc to ate Captain Lionel Gordon Crossman, M.B., I.A.M.C., younger son of Councillor and Sirs. John Croesman, Penllwyn-park, who lied in hospital in Mesopotamia on Dec. lIth. The Rev. D. J. Thomas (pastori offi- ciated, and in his sermon made feeling re- ierence to the late Dr. Crossman, who had oeen christened by him. A promising and a brilliant eareer, said the rev. gentleman, bad been ended all too early, and the whole- hearted sympathy of the church was ex- tended to the bereaved parents in their great sorrow. During the service Mr. rrank Thomas gave a beautiful rendering of Like as the Hart" (AUitson), and the choir ably sang "Lie Still, Beloved" (C. H. Lloyd), and at the close Mr. G. B. Isaac (organist and choirmaster) played The Dead March, while the congregation reverently upstood. The service throughout was very impressive. Successful Japanese Operetta.-On Boxing nixrht there was a crowded attraction at St. Peter's Church House to witness the per- formance of a pretty Japanese operetta en- titled "Princess Chrysanthemum. actors were the members of St. Peter s Band of Hope and the conductor and instructor was Mr. Fred G. Humphreys. The per- formance last winter of Cinderella and the Prince" was still remembered by local folk, and the young actors on Wednesday fully maintained the reputation they had justly earned a year ago. The stage wa4 ilrans- formed into a picturesque scene, whilst the quaint dresses went to make a brilliant effect. The choruses and solos were sung with taste and expression, reflecting great credit upon the instructor. The histrionic talent displayed by some of the young actors was surprisingly good. The leadm0 role, Princess Chrysanthemum, was en- trusted to Jessie Evans who played her part in a graceful and becoming manner. The Emperor (" What-for Whi") was impersona- ted by Annie M. Davies, who displayed the pomp and majesty her position demanded. She excelled both in singing and elocution, and was applauded for her grand efforts. Maud Jones, Jack Arthur and Dorothy Web- ster played the part of Princes (in love with the Princess,), and each was seen to excellent advantage. Gwen Lewis as "Top Not made a courteous Court chamberlain, whilst Noreen Hancocke as Saucer Eyes" (the rwizard cat) fairly captivated an appreciative, audience with her delightful acting. The following, as ladies-in-waiting, performed very creditably-May Edwards ("Tu-Lip"), Vivian Cottrell (" Yum-Yum"), Mary J. Jory (" To-Toand Margaret Laird ("Du-Du "). Annie John, as Fairy Moon- beam," was not, new to the character of a. fairy and she fully maintained her .reputa- tion. Sprites, fairies, courtress, attendants and dancers contributed their quota towards the success of the operetta* The accompa- nist was Mr Noel Wright and the stage manager Mr. D. J. Lloyd. The proceeds are being devoted to parochial funds, the operetta being an int-egifcl part of the Jubilee Xmas Tree in connection with k.t. Peter's parish. The Old College School.—The terminals of the Old College School were held last week and the reports for the parents and guardians were based on the result of that work partly and also in part on the results of the weekly tests of the whole term. Sixteen of. the #>, f'It." C't L 1 _ro.. +h. pupus 01 me uia college ocnooi J-"0 College of Preceptors. held at The Old Col- lege School at the beginning of this month. Those students are not classified with the others in these terminals: The following in their tests gained certificates of merit in their respective subjects:—Greek, W. Mar- tin St. David's; Latin, George Evans, St. Clears; French (1), Idris Davies, Burry Port; (2) Ada Williams, Eithinduon-issa, Mydrim; Welsh, Elsie Elivia, Lewis Mt. Pleasant, Conwil; English (Class 1), Sarah Esther Lloyd. Blaenquarre, Conwil; (Class ,21, Ethel Jones Penygroes; Dictation (1) Elsie Lewis, (2) Vincent Thomae Pontcowin; Composi- tion (1) Sarah Esther'Lloyd, (Z) Idris Davies; Typewriting (1) Elsie Lewis, (2) Queeme Harvard Reproduction, Andrew Wilfred Mansel Gordon, Kidwelly; History, Nancy Rees, Water-street; Geography, David Davies, Manordilo; Shorthand, Queenie Har- vard, Carmarthen; Book-keeping, David Morgan Jones, Llandilo; Penmanship (1) Nancy Rees, (2) Dillis Lewis, John-clTeet; Chemistry, Beryl Davies, Regent House; Metric System, Queenie Harvard, Carmar- then; Geometry (Ir Ethel Jones, (2) Nancy Rees and George Evans; Arithmetic (Class 1). Phyllis Richards; Mental Arithmetic. Elsie Lewis; Arithmetic (Junior), Datvid Davies, (2) Vincent Thomas; Algebra (Junior.), IdrisfBavies: Algebra (Senior), George Evans; Scriptui-e, W. S. H. Lewis, Cwmafon. No names of the candi- dates that sat the College of Preceptors examination this December are found on the above list. Ivor David, a boarder pupil, was not able to sit the Terminals owing to illness. Although a serious attack of appen- dicitis necessitated operation, we are glad to report thatdanger is over and rapid strides are made daily towards convalescence. In ail probability he will be able to attend classes with the beginning of next tet-m. Conference.—On Saturday evening last a ¡ conference was held at the Park Refresh- ment Rooms of delegates of the Carmarthen Trades and Labour Council and the Carmar- then Industrial Co-operative Society. Seve- ral important matters were discussed and it was decided to adjourn for further discus- sion. Oorrection.—In our last week's report of the Grammar School prize-giving if. was erroneously stated that A. W. Watkins had passed the Junior Central Welsh Board examination with two distinctions, whereas it should have been W. Alowyn Waters. Welsh Christmas Party.—On Saturday at Castle-street ondon) Welsh Baptist Church the usual Christmas party was held, games being indulged in by the young people who were entertained by Mr. J. Hinds. M.P. (Lord Lieutenant, of the County), and Mrs. Hinds.. Whist Drive.—A whist drive was held at the Red Cross Hospital amongst the soldiers the Red Cross Hospital amongst the soldiers and nurses on Thursday evening in last week. Prizes were won by the following:— Ladies: 1st, Miss Urquhart; 2nd, Miss Jones; 3rd Sister Owen. Gentlemen's: 1st, Pte. A. Turner; 2nd, Pte. Crew; 3rd, Pte. Gliberry. Ladies' booby prize, Sister Ed- wards; geatlemerfc. booby prize, Pte. Bailey, i Former Carmarthen Student.—The Rev. W. J. Levi, pastor of Salem Welsh Calvinis- tic Methodist Church Cwmavon, has re- ceived a call to the Temple (FaiglisN Cal- vinistic Methodist Church, Newbridge, and will start duties there m January. He is a native of Pontyberem, and studied at Car- marthen and Newc-mtle-Emlyn Grammar Schools and the Theological College, Aber- i. J.1- Wounded Entertained.—The wounded sol- diers were entertained at the Y.M.C.A. on Wednesday night. They had a jolly time, and they played various games and had competitions. Light refreshments and cigar- otitles were provided. Among those who sang were Miss Enid Wheldon, Mr. Lewis Giles, Mr. W. Griffiths, and others. The farce, "That Boy Pete," was also acted by thft same company that performed it at the Y.M.C.A. on Christmas night. Foot-ball.—A football match was played at the Park on Boxing Day between the Car. I marthen Thursdays and a team consisting of past and present Glammanans- The re- sult was a win for the Vrammarians by one try to nil, the soorer being Gerwyn Davies. A collection was taken in aid of the Soldiers Welfare Fund. Priordy Young People's Society. The an- nual social of the above society was held on Wednesday evening in last week, the 19th eve n inst., when a large number sat down at the well-arranged tables. There were no luxu- ries. but, those of good feeling and comrade- ship, if they may be termed so. The mem- bers strive to keep up the old associations and to prepare thus for the return or uliti ] absent members, who, to-day, are scattered ( broadcast throughout the land. The tables j were presided over by Miss S. A. Fva- Furnace Lodge; Misses Annie Evans and r Maggie Jones, The Infirmary; Miss S. A. Thomas, Spihnan-street, and Miss Maggie Davies, Orchard-street, who were assisted by many willing helpers. The president of the { society Rev. E. Keri Evans, M.A., was also present. When each ohe had been satisfied, the tables were cleared and a short but well- apprecia,ted programme was gone through. The following contributed to the pro- gramme :-Solo, Miss Myfi Jones, North- • dueUi, Miss M. Thomas. North- parade, and Miss L. Thomas, Spilman-street. The unpunctuated readme competition proved to be most enjoyable, and out of twelve competitors Mis E. Griffiths, Pisory- street, was awarded the first prize and Mr. Trcvor Thomas Priory-street, Second, Mr. T. Alban Davies, who acted as chairman, gave a humorous recitation. The accompa- nist was Miss A. Thomas, Priory-street. A vote of thanks was given to Mies E. Jeremy, Priory-street, for the valuable assistance which she so readily gives to the annual gathering. The arrangements were in the capable hands of the two energetio secre- taries, Messrs. Tom Williams and Trevor Thomas, Priory-street. Disobeying a Maintenance Order.-At the Borough Police Court on Monday, before the Mayor (Aid. W. Evans) and Messrs. Rees Davies, Walter Llovd and T. Bland Davies, a summons for having refused to obey a maintenance order of 10s. a week was pre- ferred by Frances Lewie, 12, Picton-plaee, against her husband, Dd. Lewis, an ecx- Metropolitan policeman. The sum owing was £ 19 17s., having not paid anything since May. Defendant said he had consulted a Liverpool solicitor, who bad told him that if he co-habited with his wife three times suice the order was made, t-hat order was annulled. His wife was "bleeding him of all his money. That was why she had married him. He was practically a tramp on the road through her. He had worked hard for his living." The Clerk (Mr. H. Brunei White) said the amount owing was now £Q2 2s. 4d. Defendant said he had money in the bank, and the bench ordered him to pay the amount or go to prison for one month. Musical Successes.—We are pleased to note that at the recent examination held at the Assembly Rooms of Associated Board of R.A.M. and R.C.M. that Master Doy Arthur son of Mr. Llew. Arthur. "Don Stores," Priory-street, was successful in passing the Higher Division with distinc- tion Miss Lizzie M. Jones, Conwil House, Conwil. Lower Division; Miss Hilda Jones, 8, St. David's-avenue, the Elementary Divi- sion. These are pupils of Miss Olwen M. Hopkins, A.T.C.L.. The Avenue. (S565).-At the recent examination of the London Col- lege of Music held at the Assembly Rooms, Carmarthen, we are pleased to find that the following pupils of Mr. S. and Miss May Thomas. L.L.C.M., Jackson's-lane, were suc- cossftil:-Diploma A.L.C.M., Miss Myfanwy Owen, Cawdor's Cottage, Pensarn; Interme- diate. Master Clifford Davies. Barley Mow, St. Catherine-street (1st class); Elementary. Miss Binnie Lewie, St. Catherine-street (Honours); Miss Katie Jones, Mansel-street; Miss Dinah Davies, Voelcwan Chapel House, Newchurch; Primary, Mis? Rachel Jones, Church Hall. Nott-square (Honours). Empire Theatre.—The grand "Ideal picture play, One Touch of Nature," is the star picture at the Empire for Monday, Tues- day and Wednesday of next week. This is an entrancing tale of the heart of a poor man and of his trials as an immigrant in a great strange city. In this picture the scenery is most delightful all through, and the tale is one of much pathos and very ap- pealing. In this film George Beban, the American Albert Chevalier, is seen at his best. For Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of next week another grand" Ideal" picture play will be filmed. It is called A Sensa- tional Honeymoon," and is a thrilling tale of a honeymoon couple's adventures. It is full of very exciting and interesting inci- dents from start to finish. Both pictures for next week are exceptionally good and should be well patronised. The latest war pictures and others will also be shown. SUCCESSFUL ENTERTAINMENT. A grand entertainment in aid of St. Mary's Schools was given at the Assembly Rooms on Thursday evening, the 120th inst., by the children of St. Mary's R.C. School. The hall was crowded with an appreciative audience who thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment throughout. The first item was an action song. "Welcome," which was sweetly sung by a. party of small children. The comic song, The Tall Top Hat," was well acted and sung by a party of boye who elicited loud laughter from the audience. An infant play, Doctor Quack, in which the doctor was Oswald Murpry; the mother, Mary Barry, and the daughter Mary Murphy, wae remarkably well done. Girls in Japanese costumes gave a pretty fan drill and dance, and another set of girls gave a Gipsies Danoe." for which ithey wore very pretty ] dresses of various hues. A number of very small children sang a selection of BOn 1 f\ Babies Troubles," which brought 4 V I house down. A play, "The Fairy Chain t was acted by the bigger girls, in which chief parts were as follows:—Queen, Kati-i Tobin; princess, Kathleen Murphy; prin, Connie Welsh; ogre, Chrissie Driscoll; and imp, Terence Murphy. The play was com- posed of songs, dances and recitations, and was admirably acted throughout As th, queen, Katie Tobin, looked charming and graceful and the Prince, and Princess (Con- nie Welsh and Kathleen Murphy) did tin ir parts excellently. Chrissie Driscoll as the ogre and who really looked one, cleverly- played her role and delighted the audiene-, while Terence Murphy as the Imp, was splendid. The fairies and the little bluebeII4 added much to the success o the play. Thr dresses for this play were exceedingly beaufi- ful and greatly added to its charm. Irish dances were given by Mr. O'Farrell (gold medallist), who was encored, and Mr. Phil- lips displayed a fine selection of conjuring tricKS. The last item was we uoiituuuuig- pageant, The Flags of Nations," which w«s again very pretty. The children of St. Mary's School are to be complimented upon their splendid entertainment, the suocess of which is due to their teachers, Sister Pieut.- Sister Therese, and Miss Murphy, who ha" been assiduously training them for the ?:<!)<. three months. The pianist was Miss Cook who was accompanied by an orchestra con posed of Mr. Evans, Miss Avril Evans, aud Mr, H. V. Brookes.

Local Obituary. MR. WM. NELSON. 4W The death oocurred on Wednesday, 10th, of Mr. William Nelson, 8, Fountain Hall terrace, at the age of 62 years. He was a, native of Carmarthen. Mr. Nelson had been ill for many months. Deceased was a mem- ber of Elim Congregational Crapel. He is survived by a widow and three children, with whom much sympathy is felt. Thy funeral took place on Monday at the Ceme tery. Rev. Stephan Thomas, Llandilo, offi- ciated. The chief mourners were:—Cadet Nelson and Mr. T. W. Nelson (cons),, Mr. John Nelson, Llanelly (brother,); Messrs. Evan Jones, Factory; Peter Jones, painter, and T. Richards, grocer, all of Carmarthen (Ioousiris). The widow and children wish t.) thank all who sympathised with them iii tir bereavement. j

Carmarthen Man's Death KILLED IN THE STREET. A- street accident, which terminated1 fatally, befel Dd. Williams (72), an inmate of the Carmarthen Union, on Monday even- .u. "nen crossing the road in itec-sireer ie was knocked down by a bread van and lied in t few minutes as a result of the in- luries he received. At the Union, on Wednesdv an inquest was held by Mr, J^oe. Waters (coroner).—John B. Jones.. Workhoust master, identified the body and said deceaXj had been an inmate of th( lI16titution tr the past two and a half years. Qn Monday evening he was given permis- aion to go Of to fetch the evening papers, ajid was defl when brought back. Wil- 14mis's e- hams eyesl,t was good for his age, but he was hard of hearing.—Evidence was given by Davu John Davies (17), 3, Castle Mount, driver, a bread van owned by M t Geo. James, Crvvn Stores, who said he was driving the vanvjiroUg}1 Red-street at 6.30 p.m. on Monday evening when a man crossed the road Erectly in front of the van. Witness was dnVi,g on his left side and deceased was also witness's left. The horse had comment trotting and witness swerved to the rlgli to avoid deceased, but failed in his effort, and Williams was knocked to the grod. He could not say whether the cart wen over the man or not. The horse probably gut over him.—Mr. Rees. Cambrian-place (a juror) said Re4- ureet was very narrn at that spot, an(t was difficult to drv6 a 1Behicle there. Is had knocked downtJhree men himself n the some place, but ortunately neither f Ulem were killedLewis, •nldeir and oontractor, fjlyntes1 Bfern- ;-nnd. said he was proce<g f?om Guild- Ira 11-square into Red-street^ the evening t question, and saw a xx being driven a ta trot in front of him. e noticed the Mil swerve and saw what skmed to him fi 'sa«?k of hay fall to the g-roun on tjle ^ofit ;nd aide, I* was very dasiat that spot itness went on and founddeoeased 0'1 the ground. With the help 0 a few men Williams was carried into Mi-ket Hall. eo man was quite unconscioi and ÍTt witness's opinion was dead whe. they car od him to the shop. The vaiVQulj n0i mve gone over the man or tEJ-e woul(j ve been marks on his clothes-r. E. R Williams said that he examined bodj of deceased in Market Hall. Ke mar. was dead, and there was a large winj or ■ th sides of his forehead, anotheron hil iht cheek, and a smaller one on \e left cheek. The skull on the rigflit sic waS fractured. He had some small abione >n the back of both hands. The lI\ries vere probably caused by the horse's 4xs. Death was caused by shock as a resv of he injuries.—The jury, of which Mr j A. Maguire, was foreman, returned a 'r- let of "Accidental Death," and exón, l the driver from all blame.—Mr. Geoli James, owner of the horse and van, f. pressed regret that such an accident shorn ve occurred.

PONTARDULAIS. A chair eisteddfod was held at Trinity Wesleyan Chapel, Pontardulais, on Saturday Awards were as follows:—Children's choir Pontardulais Boys' School (Mr. D. T Davies). Champion solo: Miss Katie Evans Manordilo.. Soprano solo: Mrs. Aiibre3 Evans, Three Crosses. Tenor solo: Mr. Ton H. Jones, Pontardulais. Welsh air: Miss Selina Cook, Morriston; Mr. David Evans Salem. Pianoforte solo: Miss Sarah E!si< Griffiths, Pontardulais. Champion recitation Mr- Phillip Jenkins, Pontardulais. Wine instrument solo: Mr. Stanley Griffiths, Ty croes. A local schoolmaster now serving in India has no high opinion of the honesty, of the Asiatics. He alleges some of them would attempt to "sneak the harness off a night- mare." A roup scarcity is reported in the rural districts. And joy reigns in the hearts of all conscientious objectors to the order of the bath." I Hendy boasts of another achievement in I the world of sports-an unbeaten tug-of-war team. Mr. John White, rate collector, Caecerrig- road, Pontardulais, has received news that his youngest son, 2nd Lieut. Taliesyn White, has been promoted to the rank of Captain on the field for gallant and meritorious work while in action. The churches of Pontardulais and district vie with each other in their care for the Tommies belonging tip their various congre- gations. Libanus C.M. Chapel, Hendy, for instance, is distribifting" £27 among 21 "boys" as Christmas boxes. Children attending the Pontardulais Coun- cil Schools has subscribed £ 7&5 to war savings eince March 1st. when the bank was opened. The officials of this association hope to be able to buy 1:000 certificates before the end of the year. Good luck to them. Mr. David OEiVans, Frongelli, Llanedy. j Pontardulais, presided over a concert in aid of the Soldiers and Sailors' Fund. An ex- cellent programme was contributed to by Misses Muriel Morgan and Millicent Jones, and Messrs. Evan Jones. Perev Davies, Clif- ford Rees, D. J. Williams. David Samuel Edwards, and Brinley Jories. Miss Emily Morgan A.L.C.M.. was the accompanist. At the drawing in aid of the same fund the president announced that over B60 net had been realised. The committee are aim ing kt a nucleus of at leas, £300.

Christmastide in Carmarthen ST. PETER'S PARISH. On Christmas Day there were celebrations of the Holy Communion at 7 a.m., 8 a.m., and 11 a.m., the celebrants being the Vicar (Rev. B. Parry Griffiths), Rev. Canon C. G. Brown. The 8 a.m. service was choral and was sung to Woodward's setting. "Plygain," the time-honoured early service, was held at St. John's Church at 6 a.m., when a large number partook of the Holy Eucharist, the celebrant ibeing Rev. W. liar Edwards- Mr. Harold Malkin. F.R.C.O.. presided at the organ. The blessed sacrament was also administered at 9.30 a.m. On Sunday after- noon carols were sung at St. John's Sunday School under the leadership of Mr. Wm. Bartlett (secretary). Both churches were appropriately decorated. At Towyside and Cambrian-place Mission Churches, celebra- tions of the Holy Communion were held, at which Revs. W. liar Edwards and E. Basil I Herbert officiated. ST. DAVID'S PARISH The Christmastide services at St. David's Parish were celebrated in the usual way. At St. David's Church there were celebra- tions of Holy Communion at 8 and 10 a.m., when there were a large number of com- municants pesent. The Vioar (Rev. Gri- ffith Thomas) and Curate (Rev. Gwynfe Jones) were the celebrants. The church was prettily decorated for the occasion with evergreens. Mr. Ivor Llewellyn (organist) presided at the organ. At Christ Church there were three cele- brations of Holy Communion at 7, 8 and 11.15 a in, At the first service the Rev. A-loses Gelly (cuttle of Llanllwch) was the celebrant, whit, the Vicar and Curate were the celebrants at the other services. The church had been tastefully decorated for the services. Sergi. C. W. Wilford, A.S.C (the organist), who was home on leave, pre- sided at the organ. St. Barbara's Mission Church was pretti- ly decorated for Christmas. The curate (Rev. Gwynfe Jones) officiated at the ser- vice at 11 a.m. on Christmas Day, when he celebrated Holy Communion. ENGLISH WESLEYAN CHURCH. At the English Wesleyan Church the annual 4 gift service" was held on Sun- day afternon, when Mr. R. J. Jones (super- intendent) presided. As is the usual custom in this service, the smallest children up to the oldest in the school march up in rota- tion to a table in the front where they offer their gifts. These gifts are for aU the members of the Chumi and Sunday School serving with the Colours, amd of which there are a considerable number. Interesting and profitable addresses were delivered by the minister (Rev. Vincent l n TA _1 n • r* ..tt_- rxayior, jo.ju.) ana t-aPT-all, openoer ivior- ris. rr tilie -evening, Christmas 'hymns were sung, and Mr. H. J. Williams gave a fine rendering of "Nazareth." The minis- ter preached a most impressive and appro- priate sermon. LAMMAS STREET CHAPEL., At Lammas-street Congregational Chapel the pastor (Rev. J. Dyfnallt Owen) officia- ted on Sunday. In the evening, he prtadhed an apipropriate sermon, while Christmas hymns were sung. The choir, led by Mr. Wm. Jones, rendered the "Hallelujah Chous"; a party of eight, led by Mr. Tom Davies, sang "Seren Bethle- hem'; while Mr. W. G Lloyd sang the "Holy City," and Miss H. J. Jones and e Mr. Brinley Jones gave a duett, "Iesu wrth y llyw." UNION STREET CHAPEL. At Union-street Congregational Chapel special Christmas hymns were sung on Sunday evening, and the pastor (the Rev. Prof. J. O. Stephens, B.A., B.D.) preached an appropriate sermon. PRIORDY CHAPEL. The pastor (Rev. Keri Evans, M.A.) officiated at Priordv Congregational Chapel on Sunday. In the evening he jpreaclied an able sermon, basing his remarks upon Oiristni,i.s. Whe dhoir, led by Mr. W. Dunn Williams, G. and L., sang Christmas hvmns, and 'Sapper Jack Thomlas, R.E., who is borne from hospital, gave a beauti- ful and inspiring rendering of "Lead, kindly Light" (D. Pughe-Evans). PENUEL BAPTIST CHURCH. On Sunday evening a fitae choral service was held at Penuel Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Waldo Lewis, B.A., who offi- ciated, preached a. powerful and inspiring sermon, in which he compared the message of Christmas—that of peace and goodwill to men—with the terrible war of to-day. Christmas hymns were sung ,and the choir (under the conductorship of Mr. T. Conwil Evans) ably sang- Nazareth"; "O, Cyfod, Llewyrclmi' and "0, deuweh nyddlon- iaid." At the close, the organist (Mr. Howard Morgan) gave a superb and grand rendering fef the "Hallelujah Chorus. ENGLISH BAPTIST CHURCH. At the English Baptist Church on Sunday morning, the pastor (Rev. F. Samuels, B.A) preached a sermon on "The Christ- mas of the Soul," whilo in the evening a carol service was held. Mr. J. T. Williams, Caxlle Villa, conducted the singing, and Mr. Emrys James presided at the organ. TABERNACLE CHURCH. On Sunday evening last, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, the pastor lkv. E. U. Thomas) delivered a Christmas sermon, ,and special hymns were sung. UNITED SERVICE. A united service was held on Christmas 'ay at the English Congregational Church. ~v Vincent Taylor, B.D., read the lesson, V F. Samuels, B.A., offered prayer, and ™ Rev. Arthur Hughes. B.A., preached. THE INFIRMARY. I lie wards at the Infirmary were prettily dec<afeid( and carols were sung on Christ- i xnasTnorning-. The usual dinner, which meliVd turkey and plum pudding, was 3 parta\n of, and was thoroughly • >-njoyc the patients. A concert, which 1 was to^ave been held in the evening, ar- the soldiers, has been postponed •'iitii Year's Uay. ED CROSS HOSPITAL. On Chitmas Day the patients of the Red Cross Hof;^ bad a dinner of poultry, plum pudding a> sweets. In the evening a whist drive and ,oncert were held. Those who won prlSwere :-Gentlemen 1st, Pte. Hunt; 2nd,^ Heath; 3rd. Pte. Swatton; booby prize,lte Kirkman. The prizes won by the men iyng as ladies were as follows: —1st, Bombayer Hughes; 2, Lance-corpl. Douglas; 3, P., Carter: boobey prize, G. H. Jones. VarN games and competitions were also indu j jn_ when Pte. Swatton won the prize i, ^he'S.M. Murphy game; pte. Stephenson^ the spoon-findin g: Pte. Gilping for the «ndle-blowing; Sergeant Harrington for tFspeec},-making. and Pte. Stephenson for th^gicai chairs. A splen- did concert was a|f\vvards given by the Red Cross nurses, whe Harrington gave a recitation. THE WCKHOUSE. At the Workhouse inmates were given a dinner which consisl of roast beef, vege- tables, potatoes, phn pudding, aerated waters, tobacco and snet& Mr. A. Fuller Mills visited the hons-during the dinner hour and complimented the master and matron (Mr. and Mrs. J^ Jonen; upon the splendid way they had ni^^ to gcrve up the dinner under the prEW circumstances. lie was perfectly satisfied^ the inmates were treated with the uSj kindness and generous provision, and thaLyery attention was given to their comfort^ tjie master, nwrtron, and staff. Mr. Jon^a€r who has visited the house on Chris,ag Day for many years, was unable to I present this year owing to illness. I At the Cottage Home the ell,-en spent a very pleasant Christmas. The^nner sisted of roast beef and pluffl ldding, and • V:' in the afternoon the children had tea and Cake. Miss G. M. E. White lady guardian, gave crackers for the children; a box of sweets was presented to them by Mr. Row- land Phillips, North British, while Mrs. Saer, Mr. Geo. James, Crown Stores, and Miss Davies, King-street, sent biscuits, apples and sweets. Mrs. Saer kindly treated the children to' the recent Dr. Bernardo's concert, while they were also invited to Penuel concert on Thursday evening. The elder girls (formerly at the Cottage Home) spent their Christmas day a,t the Home and tney considerably helped to make the day a very happy one for the younger children. In the evening various games were indulged in. Mr. A. Fuller Mills and Mr. Thos. Williams, Pontcarreg, visited the home dur- ing the day and they were very well pleased with the excellent manner in which the foster mother (Mrs. Evans) had made Christ- mas such an enjoyable one for the children. AT THE Y.M.C.A. .\lr. Herbert R. German tijeader) ar- ranged a most enjoyable evening at the Y.M.C A. for the soldiers of the la.bour unit on Christmas night. The Y.M.C.A. 'had been prettily dtcorated for the occa- sion, and a very pleasant evening was tpent. A large crowd of soldiers assem- bled, and they were given cigarettes and light refreshments. Various competitions were gone through, most of which aroused roars of laughter. The prize for the candle-blowing was wen by Pte. Gannon; the appLe trick was won by Pte. Parker; and the pin competition was won by a sailor; while a consolation prize was given to another sailor (both of whoni were stay- :ing at the Y.M.C.A. at the time). Pte. Parker also won the prize for the S.M. Murphy game. Pte. J. Edge gaive a clever solo with spoons, which was loudly applauded. Solos were also sung by Miss F: Nightingale, Mir. W Griff.ths, fend others. A farce, entitled "That Boy Pete," was weli acted by the following:— Misses F. Watson, V. Evans, M. Spurry (who also recited), Messrs. T. Lewis, Eric Lowis, Hubert Thomas, and G. M. Lewis. Clever card tricks were also displayed by Sergt. Hannan. THE MENTAL HOSPITAL. Christmas was celebrated in the usual way at the Joint Counties' Men,tal IHospital. Divine service was held on Christmas Day. At mid-day the patients had a dinner of beef, pork, poultry, and plum pudding. The dining hall had been prettily decora-* ted for the occasion. In the evening the attendants had a dance. AT THE EMPIRE THEATRE. 'lfhe Empire was welt 'patronised on Christmas night. The star picture, Paula.' was shown, together with a war carton. Two interesting items were given by Miss G. Hodges and Mr. T. C. Evans .the Jfaanjager). Miss Hodgtes lSang--M.Kî, lVrney,' while Mr. Evans sketched it at the same time, and she also sang "Down the Vale," and Mr. Evans the scene upside down These items were loudly applauded, and they deserved applause. Solos were also given by Mr. W. G. Lloyd.

Mayor and Corporation at Church What was unanimously voted as one <'f the best mayoral processions for many a year was that which took place on Xmas Day, when the Mayor (Aid. Wm. Evans), revert- ing to the ancient custom, attended divine service accompanied by the Corporation at St. Peter's Church. The procession was marshalled by Police-sergeant Dd. Jones, whilst Lieut. Walter Spurrell, Volunteer Regiment, was the officer in charge. The order of procession was as follows:—Moun- ted police (P.C.'e Llewelyn and Daniel Davies), Church Lads Brigade (St. David's Detachment) with Bugle Band, under the command of Lieut. W. Dd. Thomas.; Woun- ded Soldiers in charge of Sergt. Harrington; local Labour Battalion under Lance-oorpl. Edwards, Sections 13 and 14 Carmarthen- shire Battalion, Volunteer Regiment, under Lieut. Spurrell; Order of Buffaloes; Borough Police Force; Town Crier (Mr. Wm. Williams); Mace and Sword Bearers (P.S. Dd. Jones and P.C. Wm. Davies); the Mayor (Aid. Wm. Evans) wearing his robes and chain of offioe; the TownClerk (Mr. H. Brunei White) the Vicar 01 Carmarthen (Rev. B. Parry Griffiths, M.A.); the Deputy Mayor (Aid. John Lewis, J.P.); and the following ex-mayors in robes:—Messrs. J. B. Arthur, J.P., H. E. B. Richards, J.P., E. Colby Evans, J.P., Thos. Davies, J.P., and J N. Williams); Aldermen and Councillors (of which there was a full number); Officials of the Corporation, Justices of the Peace I and general public. The ancient parish church was filled with a vast congregation. The service was intoned by Rev. E. Basil Herbert, B.A., and Rev. Caaion Brown, 5 M.A., read the lessons. The choir rendered I with telling effect Stanford's Te Deum and also an anthem. "Sing, 0 Heavens i (Tours), the quartette being taken by Miss i Gwendoline Evans, Mrs. Howells, and j Messrs. Evan Jones and Lewis Giles. A portion of the Communion service was gone through and was sung to Tour's setting. The Vicar preached a very appropriate ser- mon, taking1 as his text St. Luke 2 x. and xi. verses, And the Angel said unto them. Fear not, for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which shall be to all people. For unto you this day is born in the city of David, a Saviour which is Christ the Lord." The rev. gentleman said he did not propose to preach a doctrinal sermon. "Great is the mystery of Godliness: God was manifest in the flesh." That day was not a day for the theological disquisition, but rather of rejoicing, adoration, and thanks- giving. Christmas was pre-eminently a time of family re-unions and social gatherings, and such innocent mirth as these re-unions I brought. They could not, however, indulge m sucn rejoicings that day. The sad cir- cumstances of the time forbade it. There were among us too many sad and aching hearts which longed For the touch of the vanished hand, and the sound of a voice that is still. Other little family circles had their happiness marred by the vacant chair or chairs of loved ones, braving the'horrors of a distant battlefield in defence of hearth and home. The burden of the Angelic mes- sage was Peace on earth, goodwill to men." Instead of that they saw half the world at death grips with the other half— and that after 1.900 years of gospel preach- ing! Whete amidst all that was peace to be found As far down in the depths of the obeau there was profound calm and peaec-, when its surface violently heaved with the fury of the storm, so even now there might be profound calm and peace in the depth of the heart of man whose surface was sadly agitated by the present condition of the world. Faith and courage based on faith was the message the Vicar thought they should specially lay to heart that day. They should remember that the sword had a place even in the regime of the Prince of Peace. Did He not say, I came, not to send peace, but 81 sword"? The Surgeon's knife was sometimes necessary to eradicate the roots of a malignant disease -from the system. Even so, the sword of justice was sometimes neces- sary to eliminate the perennial source of strike from among the family of nations. This terrible war which seemed so pro- tracted, was after all but a passing incident in the long reign of the Prince of Peace. Then "Fear not." "Jesus we know. and He is on the throne." We were battling for justice, freedom and righteousness. That was God's cause. And if they did their part faithfully and pmt their trust in Him, such a causfe could never fail in their hands, how- ever distressing local reverses might some- times be. "Fear not." Let there be no faltering, no slackening, no impatience, until God brought forth judgment to vic- tory by their means. It was want of faith that led to timidity and feebleness. Depend upon it that God was, through this war, working out great plans of mercy towards the world. They seemed to be permitted already to see a part of His gracious de- sign in the liberation of the Holy City from the infidel yoke which had oppressed it for many centuries. Other mercies were to fol- low. God did not reveal all His design at once. "We have been spared once more," continued the rev. gentleman, "to offer our united homage to the new-born King on the Festival of His nativity. On this occasion we have the pleasure of welcoming among us the Mayor and Corporation. We congra- tulate the Mayor on his attainment of the highest civic honour which it is in the Eower of his native borough to confer upon im, and we sincerely wish him and the Mayoress a happy and fruitful term of office. It is a pleasure to see by his side the ex- Mayor (Aid. John Lewis), who is also Deputy Mayor, who, by his urbanity and unflagging devotion to duty during gome of the most momentous years of British history, has won the respect, the gratitude and the confidence of the entire borough. You have done well by this corporate act of worship and homage to consecrate your year of office and in a manner to consecrate the borough which you officially represent and govern. I can- not help feeling that it is appropriate that the Mayor and Corporation of this ancient borough should meet on Christmas Day within the walls of this ancient, historic church, so rich in sacred association; hal- lowed by the prayers of eight hundred years, and in seats specially provided for their fit- ting accommodation by the piety of a by- gone generation. Persons come and go; constitutions last. These two have existed side by side for many centuries. We pray that your work may be abundantly blessed and that it may be your happy lot dunng this year of office to organise the celebration of the conclusion of peace-t4 just pej'-e, a settled peace, which will be unbrouen for many generations to come." The singing cf the National Anthem brough-t an impressive service to a close. Mr. Harold Malkin, F.R.C.O., was the organist.

to LLWYNDAFYDD. On Wednesday, Dec. ]9th, a very quiet but extremely pretty wedding was solem- nised at the Church of St. Peter, St. Paul, Kettering, between Dr. T. W. Judkins, of Kettering, and Miss Sarah M:.ry Jones, Yspytty, Llwyndafydd. The bride, attired in a. rich fur coat (the gift of the bride- groom), and a black silk hat, was led to the altar by Mr. -Bernard Robinson, of Kettering. The duties of best man were carried out by Dr. H. Beldam Judkins (the bridegroom's cousin). There was a very large g-atihering at the church, as Dr. Judkins is very well known, not only in Kdttering but tjhriougihout tihe county of Northampton After the nuptial knot had been tied by the Rev. Neville Brookes- Davies, the bride and bridegroom left under showers of confetti. The wedding breakfast was partaken of at the bride- groom's Kettering residence. Later in the day Dr and Mrs. Judkins left 01 route for, London, and.* we understand, they intend hving in Wellingborough. i

GOVERNMENT WISDOM-OR HOW THEY INCREASE OUR FOOD SUPPLY r BY DECREASING IT. Sir,—In the early part of this year the Government issued a Calf Order—that no calves were to be slaughtered—but the Order was so full of loopholes the butchers soon found a way through them and calves were killed as usual. Instead of amending the order and enforcing it they withdrew it. Now it takes eight average fat calves to pro- duce the same amount of meat as one aver- age fat cow does. This means reducing our tuture- meat supply at a ratio of eight to one. Last year they were advising the far- mers to plough up their old turf and plant wheat jand potatoes on it. I at once wrote to several newspapers and advised fanners not to do so as both crops would be de- stroyed by wireworms. Here is one farmer's experience. He says. I ploughed up forty acres of old turf and planted it with wheat. and I would not accept the crop from any- one as a gift. I have not a bag of wheat to the acre." Another farmer writes and says, I have eighty acres of excellent old turf. I am ordered to plough up forty acres of it." Result: He must dispose of half his stock. A rfriend of mine has only eight acres of grass. He is ordered to plough up four acres of it. On half of it he keeps two milking cows, one incoming heifer and usually one rearing calf and one horse. The other four acres are hay land, and fur- nishes their winter supply of hay. Now if he ploughs up the first half he must dispose of all his stock, and if he ploughs up the hay land he must also sell aU his took as he will have no hay to winter them on. The Government place him between the devil and the deep sea, and one or the other gets him either way. Moreover instead of pro- ducing he will have to buy all his milk and butter for the house, be prevented from rear- ing a calf annually, and keeping pigs. Is this the way to increase our food supply? The Food Controller seems to think there is only one thing necessary to sustain life- bread. Now we know we cannot live on bread alone, and there is only one single thing a man can live on alone—new milk; everything else must be supplemented with some liquid or salad, and new milk is more necessary for young children than bread. Then why don't they do something to in-, crease the supply of milk. But who ever heard of them doing such a thing? On the contrary, they do all they can. by compel- hng farmers to plough up their rasa land, to reduce the supply. The irony of it is they oan't get wheat the first year from old turf land, and probably won't the second year, as the farmer may elect to plant barley instead of wheat as a better-paying crop., They may increase the supply of oats and barley, but neither of these can take the place of wheat flour for making bread. If last year they had induced the farmers to grow more wheat on the land they had then under cultivation they would have had the wheat ready for market two months ago. Every acre of grass land ploughed up means the farmer must keep so much less stock. Although a Cardiff paper says the conver- sion of pasture land into tillage tends to increase the supply of milk," I shall remain a sceptic until someone convinoes me that more stock can be kept on fifty acres, under the same conditions, than can be kept on one hundred acres. It seems a singular thing that the Government wanting to get wheat as quicKiy as tney can should go the longest way about to get it. What farmers want is a good supply of basic slag and sulphate of ammonia to improve their grass land fur- nished by the Government at- cost nrice. This will do more to increase the supply of milk and butter than their present stupid idea of ploughing up the grass land. The farmer is not only the backbone of the ooun- try-he is also the life of it, as everyone would soon find out if farmers went on strike for three months.—Yours, &c., Camnant, LlandyesuL F. SHAW. -<

"PUNCH TO WALES."—"HONOUR TO WHOM HONOUR." Sir,—I find that macy readers of the "Journal" are under the impression that I am the author of the Welsh translation of "Punoh to Wales" which appeared in laat week's Journal." As I do not wish to claim an honour which rightly belongs to another, I take. the first opportunity of stating that I aan not the author. I found the W elsh version with the original amongst my papers. I see by a note at the bottom that it was taken from the "Cardigan and Tivyside Advertiser" for November 5th, 1869. It would be very interesting to know the author'^ name. 1 wonder if any of your readers can throw some light on tho attr.- Yours faithfully, Tessera House. Hex by HOWELL. t

LLANGAIN. A meeting convened for the purpose of forming a branch of the Carmarthenshire Farmers' Union (affiliated to the National Farmers' Union) wa*, held at Hang-am Coun- cil School on Wednesday, 17th inst., Rev. E. Jones, B.D., vicar, was voted to the chair. Mr. W. J. Davies Preswylfa, Peniel, called the attention of those present to the fact that every industry had a union except the farming industry. He found on arriving in London recently that even the shoeblacks there had a union. He reviewed the advan- tages that would follow if they united. Mr. C. J1. Footman, Aalton, said that this ter- rible war had shown only too forcibly the lack of agricultural organisation in the past. The benefits thaut would come from unity and organisation would not be for the farinerii only, but by producing a more sure supply of food and a. certain and fairer average price regulated by reason and not by a loose law demand and supply. Every community in the country would benefit. The pros- perity of the whole nation was now admitted to be dependent on ltÐe welfare of agricul- ture. Mr. Daniel Johns, B.Sc., the county organiser, spoke of the strong position gained in Germany by its agricultural orga- nisation. For a great many years past the improvement of food production had re- ceived serious attention from its legislators, with the result that they were able to hold out for so long. Had this not been so the Germans would have been formed to give in more than a< year ago. He announced that he had received a communication from the Secretary of the National Farmers' Union approving of the suggestion for changing the yearly subscription from Id. per acre to Id. in the JS, a plan which would deal more fairly with farms having sheep ruru; and inferior land.—Mr. G. Barrett Evans, J.P., C.C., Glyn, said they were all of the opinion that a union should be formed and should have been in existence long ago. He suggested that leaflets giving the rules and object of the National Farmers' Union be distributed to every farmer in tfe county. Speeches were delivered by Mr. Thomas, D.C., of Lower Ystrad; Mr. J. J. Bowen, D.C.. Brynglas; Mr. T. Harries, Pilrhoth; Mr. Griffiths, Watincorgam: and others. It was unanimously resolved to form a branch for the parish. Mr. W. Thomas, Shop Newydd, was elected secretary; Mr. T. Williams, treasurer; and Mr. J. Lewis, Clomendy, delegate to the central commit- tee, with a strong committee of representa- tives from the various parts of the parish. The Chairman, in moving a vote of thanks • to the speakers, remarked that rt hey all re- I joiced in the position that Mr. D. Johns had won for himself in the county. He carried the ability and energy that had taken him so speedily through his college career with him into his public work, and he was glad that he had won his position on his own merit. He was also pleased to note that his success did not seem in the least to have turned his head." The Chairman felt sure that the farmers could keep their eye on Mr. Johns when they wanted a parlia- mentary representative of their own. (Hear, hear). A vote of thanks to the Chairman concluded an enthusiastic gathering.

NANTGAREDIG. At yet another Yuletide the well-known •generosity of Col. and Mrs. Gwynm tiaghes, of Glancathy, has displayed itself in a practical form. Liberal presents of clothing, food, and coal have been largely distributed in the neighbourhood—and thus ni-iiiv an otherwise meagre Christmas has been brightened by their means. Their numerous friends join, with one accord, wish them botk all he&Hh and happiness in the tqcmiag par.