THE LOCAL VETO BILL, MEETING OF PUBLICANS AT CARDIFF. CONDEMNATION OF THE GOVERN- MENT PROPOSALS. A eetin was held on Monday night in the Queen-street Hall, Cardiff to protest against the Govprnmpnt's licensing )1rupo,:al", as set out in the Liquor Traffic (Local Control) Bill. Councillor Robert Hughes was called upon to preside. The hall was well filled. On thy platform were Coun- cillor S. A. Brain, Councillor W. Evans, Coun- cillor Gerhold, Mr D. J. Lennox (Dublin), Mr E. Prickett, Mr S. O. Williams, Mr John Williams, Air John Edwards, Mr D. S. Johnston, Mr Marks. Mr Lennox, Mr T. Edwards, Mr Taliesin Morgan, &c. The CHAIRMAN, in opening the proceedings said he would venture to describe the Bill as one of the most iniquitous measures ever presented to Parliament. In the first- place he would like to say that that was no political gathering. ( Hear, hear,) If the otner party in the State had pro. posed such a measure as that they would still be gathered there to protest against the action in like manner that they were now protesting against this. Both parties in the State drank beer and spirits, and the Veto Bill, therefore, ap- plied equally to both parties. He would give the Government every credit for having intro- duced this measure with a. sincere desire to lessen drunkenness. (Applause.) They were quite willing to recognise that fact but it was impossible to deny that in one respect—theSunday closing—the result of pro- hibition in Wales had lieen a lamentable failure. (Applause.) He could unhesitatingly state that the pe0ple who were Ulost immediately connected with the liquor traffic were doing a great deal more towards lessening drunkenness than all the ministers in Cardiff put together—(hear, hear)— for the simple reason that whilst the ministors were unable to reach those who were called the lost sheep, the been sed victualler was brought into constant contact with those people. (Ap- plause.) MrD. T. MORInS (Penarth), submitted the first resolution as follows .— That this public meeting of the inhabitants of Cardiff desires to reenrd its em, hatic protest ag8inst 1he Liquor Traffic -.Local Control) Bill introduced by the Government in the Howe of Commons, becanse it contains proposals which are unfair and unjust to those enaged in the licensing trade, and involves a wholly unwarranted interference with the liberty of the subject; and that, for these reasons, this meeting also stronglv condemns the Liquor Traffic Local Veto (Wales) BIll. He declared himself as being quite independent of the trade." Mr W. H. DAVIES seconded the resolution, and Mr D. J. LENox (Dublin) spoke in support. He said the Bdl introduced into the House of Commons by Sir William Harcourt—(applause and hisses)-so violated every principle of honesty and fair play, and so infringed upon th° liberties of the subject, that it stood immediately self- condemned. (Applause.) It was a piece of class legislation, and had been rightly calied "The Rich Man's Protection Bill and the Poor Man's Oppression Bill." (Applause.) They found that after the passing of the Bill the brewer could go on brewing beer, the distiller making whisky, and the wholesale merchant importing wines and gins and while the big buyer could go on buying all these articles in bulk, the working-man was to be prohibited from rationally and socially enjoying his pint of beer. (Shame.) Having quoted words of the late Mr John Bright in opposition to the Permissive Bili, he said that all the objections which that statesman then urged, with equal force and with re- doubled intensity on the Liquor Traffic (Local Control) Bili of the present Government. The total revenue raised in this country from all sources was over ninety millions sterling, and of this some thirty-one millions were contributed from the trade of intoxicating liquors. And besides this, an additional sum of three millions was collected from the same trade, and placed to the relief of the local rates. Now,if this Confisca- tion Bill passed, from where would they get this thirty-four muiions ? (A Voice: From the coffee taverns." Laughter.) Was the income tax to be raised to thre times its present amount, or was the duty on tea, coffee, tobacco, and such like commodities to be doubled ? He denied that the Bill would promote the interests of sobriety, temperance, and morality, and contended that it would have quite a con- trary ffect. Shebeens anù bogus Cillbs w,)ulrJ be multiplied indefinitely. Then, if the Bill became law, questions would be continually arismg as to whether a house was a bogus eating- house or a bogus hotel and the difficulties which lay in its way would be innumerable. As to the Local Veto (Wales) BUI, this was a private member's Bill, which the Government did not feel inclined to support because it comphoatej the situation regarding their own Bill. But on that Bill there would be a fair and square stand- up fight m the House of Commons on Wednes- day. (Applause.) The verdict pronounced upon it two years ago, when it was read a second time by a majority of six, wiil be emphatically and distinctly reversed on the present occasion. (Ap- plause.) Mr HARRY MURPHY, who as one of the greatest upholders of the present Government, supported the resolution. There were, ho said, about a million and a half people employed in the trade," and he would ask what would bocome of tbese people if they were thrown upon an already over-stocked labour market. Mr W. H. OWEN, district secretary of the Grand United Order of Oddfellows, said he had been deputed to attend that meeting by a Lodge. held at the Craddock Hotel, to speak in opposi- tion to the Government licensing proposals. He asked what would be the effect of the provisions of the Bill ujxm-trade and friendly societies, the large proportion of which met at public-houses ? The experiment of holding meetings of Friendly Societies at coffee-taverns had proved an utter failure. He did not know why, but such was the case. The resolution was carried by a large majority, the CHAIRMAN declaring that" ten beardless boys" had voted against it. (Laughter and hootin. ) Councillor BROWN proposed the following resolution :— That copies of the resolution be forwar.1ed to mem- bers of her Majesty's Government and to the whole of the Welsh IL> embers. He knew it would be a course which would be rather" up" against the Welsh members, who were trying to ram their opinions down the throats of the electors. He would contend that the majority of the people of this country were iu favour of the sale of intoxicating drink and he maintained that thu proposed measure wa. simply and purely a direct attack on the working classes. It was a piece of grandmotherly legislation, and if carried would double the amount of crime m the country. He was sorry to see the Welsh members had brought it forward. It was so very foolish, and a disgrace to any House of Commons tbat ever existed. (Applause). Councillor GFJRHOLU seconded the motion. He said in the past the licensed victuallers had had to stand alone to fight the battles waged against them by the opponents of the trade, but to-day .they were in the proud position of having the working men—the backbone of the country— on their side. He (the working man) had found out that this was no political matter, and had ranged himself by the side of the licensed vic-uallers to endeavour to defeat this iniquitous Bill. (Applau=e.) With his support they had no fear as to the rpuIt. He complained that some legislators wished to treat Wales as an exceptional country. The opponents of the trade in Wales were not satisfied with leaving them simply to the tender mercies of the Government Bill, but they had :1 second barrel to their gun, and if the English Bill failed, they would h3ve an0ther shot at poor, unfortunate Wales. This was distinctly unfair, and an insult to the Welsh people. (Applause.) The resolution was adoptt>d, and the meet1D closed with a vote of thanks to the chairman. At the weekly meeting of the Swansea Gospel Temperance Union, the following resolution was unanimously passed:- That this meeting whilst rejoicing-:1t tile steps now being taken hy th Govprmnent with rr-¡,:ar to the stoppage of the drink traffic, desires them to prei's the BiH forward. It also the Liberal Party to watch it,; pror"s, and wishes them to add or "11"\J(1 clauses as they think fit, at the same tirao praying for the upport of the Welsh members.
LIBERAL BREWERS AND THE BILL. The Press Association says :—Mr Beaufoy is not the only Liberal member who declines t-o sup- port the Government Local Veto Bill. It is understood that Mr Evershed, Mr MacEwan, and Mr H. E. Hoare, who are all brewers, will also abstain from voting for the second reading, if indeed one or two of them do not go tbe length of voting against it. Mr Whitbread and his son, two other Liberals interested in brewing, dechne at present to say what course they will adopt; but the opponents of the Bill avow their belief that these two gentlemen will also withhold their support. On the other hand, it is known that several members, Conservatives and Liberal Unionists will vote for the second reading. These include Mr William Johnston, Mr T. W. Russell, and several of the Scottish Liberal Unionists. It is expected that most of the Irish Nationalist members will also votd for the second reading. Meanwhile the Temperance party in the House of Commons are making a vigorous canvas in favour of the Welsh Direct Veto Bill. which stands as the first order for Wednesday next. This measure will be supported by 32 out of the M members for the Principality.
MR T. P. JENKINS, J.P., ON THE BILL. TO THE EDITOR. SIB,—Noth ing surprised me more than to find that the temperance party appears to be perfectly satisfied with Sir William Harcourt's proposition relative to the above question. My opinion is, if the Bill passes as it stands, it is really not worth the paper it is printed upon. It goes nowhere. It reaches or accomplishes practically nothing. If the lovers of temperance bail its provisions as tending to do good they will be wofully dis- appointed. "Itiaadnn.st.ale. and unprofitable conception." The draft Bill propo-es to leave the greatest curse, or the greatest evu of ali, un- touched, i.e., excise licenses. It places grocers licenses on the same footing as public-houses, and both to be controlled by the will of two-thirds of the voters. What will be the Consequeuce of that 1 \V;.v, the consequence will PC- »-xactiy this, that in large and populous districts like the Rhondda, where excessive: drinking is rampant, things will remain as they are the Act wiil be ineffectual, or a dead letter, but in rural districts, where little or no drink is taken, the two-thirds I Uftioritv will be in favour of ciosiasr- Thus it will prove that the lesser evil will be remedied and the greater will be tolerated. Much as we ail deplore the reckless and ex- j cessive use of inioxicants in public-houses, the result is nothing so appalling in its effects as the results arising from the too accessible excise wholesale establishments. In the decision given by the Lord Chief Justice and Mr Justice A. L. Smith in the case of Margan v. The Pontypridd Justices, both of their lordships said in strong terms that they were uncommonly sorry that they could not sustain the conviction of the magistrates, &c., &c." Morgan was convicted at Cymmer for de- hvering beer after the time public-houses are to be closed. Assuming the Government proposal becomes law, there is a loophole in it by which 30 per cent, of license holders would be able to escape the control of the two-thirds majority authority by attaching restaurants to their establishments, and by that claim exemption from the provisions of t'ti, Bill From a long, close, and studied obsorvation, my consc entious opinion is that the following suggestions, irregular and mperfect as they are, would prove to some extent, at all events, bene- ficIal in solving a huge and a complicated problem (1) To raise the standard ox licensed victuallers; grant licences to superior and suitable persons only. (2) To enforce the law with regard to per- mitting drunkenness with more stringency and activity. (3) To make it illegal to supply persons under 18 years of age with intoxicants either to be con- sumed on licensed premises or to be carried away therefrom. (4) rio make it an offence to make or arrange competitive matches of any kind or character, or gMnhling in any form. (5) '1'0 grant music licences for special occasions or under special circumstances only. (6) To do away with private enclosed resorts, known as the '"jug and bottle department." (7) To place all licences under one unrestricted licensing authority. (8) To grant seven days' licences to a limited number, say a quarter of a mile distant from each other and to make it compulsory that notices should be posted in each licensed room, guaranteeing the strength and quality of all alcoholic drink supplied. (9) To provide a coffee-room in each licensed house where no intoxicants could b supplied. (10) To increase the bona-fide distance limit to six miles. (11) To make it imperative upon Sunday traveiiers to state and, if necessary, at any time to prove the nature of their business as a reason for applying for refreshments. (12) Persons found guilty of seHing intoxicating drinks without a licence to be fined for the first offence £ 10, second offence £ 50, third and every subsequent offence to be imprisoned not exceeding six months without the option of paying a fine. The last clause would undoubtedly be the means of extinguishing shebeening and corrupt clubs altogether. Every good and thoughtful person will frankly admit that the facilities for procuring drink in this country is a lasting disgrace to a civilized nation. It is none the less the duty of the indi- vidual than it is the duty of the Stale to assist in formulating a scheme to iiinit a traffic which dims the eye, weakens the heart, dulls the intellect, and shatters the vitality of manhood. In- temperance fills our workhouses with paupers, our prisons with criminals, our 'lunatic asylums with patients, and our graveyards with heart- rending and indescribable records. Our police courts frequently nnfold calamitous tales and most awful pictures.-I am, &c., T. PASCOE JENKINS. I Tonypaudy, March 10th.
THE STRIKE OF BOILER- MAKERS IN SOUTH WALES. POSITION OF AFFAIRS IN CARDIFF. The notices which were given a month ago by the Boilermakers' Society to the effect that they would, in order to support their members in the hill districts who are on strike, rt-fuse to repair all steamers bringing in iron ore, terminated on Monday. This will probably mean that unless the shipowners accede to the demands made upon then: they will have to by up their vessels en- gaged in the iron ore trade. The works at which the men are on strike are theDowlais (at Dowlais), the EJbw Vale, tho Biaenavou, and the Tredegar, but the total number of boilermakers affected is not much over a hundred. It is stated that they are now in receipt of as much money each week in the form of strike pay as if they were following their regular employment. Efforts at negotiation have faded, and vifers to refer the whole dispute to arbitration have not been accepted. Speaking generally, the demand" of the men were for the payment of 5;,¡ per diem, but this condition they subsequently modified, asking for a. wage of 4" per diem. It is doubtful now, however, whether they would be prepared to accept so low a sum as the latter amount named. Their position is considered by them sufficiently strong to warrant the hopt-s of ultimate success, as the branches in all parts of the king loin are advised of the position of affairs in S >uth Wales, and will be called upon to act, if need be, iu support of the local lodges. The b >ycott now to be put in force extends not only to those vessels bringing iron ore for the works of the several companies named above, IJUt also to tire material turned out by the said works. Thus the boilermakers will refuse to work upon steel or iron plates and the like which may be brought into the engineering yards of South Wales fur repairing purposes. There is a branch of the Boilermakers' Society in Bilbao, and. therefore, apart from the question of extra cost (which is some hundreds per cent. higher than in England) it is considered un- likely that the repairing of vessels can be carried out there. At the present juncture the position does not seem to be regarded by the employers as oue of a very serious nature.
NEW YORK PRICES, [ROTTER'S TELEGRAM.] NEW YORK, Monday.—Money to-day biq been firmer. Foreign Exchange is weaker. Stocks opened irregular. Sugar was sold, ex divi- dends, at a 13 percentage by several operators. General Electric met with in- side support, and rose 4. Several of the general railway lists were better on the improved outbreak in the West, owing to the switchmen at Chicago having resolved not to strike at present at least. Later, sugar broke 3%, and other Industrial Stocks weakened in sympathy. The general list was weaker near the close, Cotton declined all day with few reactions, and closed weak-spot easy, ye lower. Cotton-seed oil has been weak, and closed dull at two points loss. Petroleum quiet, but steady at late rates. Lard—market weaker. Wheat was firm during early business, but gave way later, and closed weak spot dull and weak. Flour quiet and weak. Corn has given way generally throughout, and closed dull spot firm, though dull. Sugar closed easy, with quota- tion at IJ; to Y6 lower. Coffee declined sharply after opening, then strengthened under buying orders, but eased off again and closed barely steady spot quiet and lower. Tin in good demand at the decline. Iron steady, but little doing. Copper quiet, and quotations nominal. Mar 13 Mar 11 Call Money U.S. Gov. Bords Í) poe 3 Ditto, other Securities 6 p.c 3 p. EXCIlailge oil Toliilon, 60 Ditto. Cable Transfers 4.E6% Exchange Paris, 60 days' sight 51 5.18 :,v Exchange on Berlin .Days 94Vg S5 Four per Cent. U.S. Funded Loan llllj lll1^ Western Union Telegraph Shares 911/4 A' A,t,!Iiison Topeka, & S. Fe 31% T 21% Do. Do. 4 p.c. Mor fl/, fØ, Do. Do. 5 p.c. Income.. 55 M1/4 Baltimore & Ohio „ 1-2 Canada Southern Shares 5418 5 Canadian Pacific 81/2 84' Central of New Jersey 1174 136% Central Pacific Shares 27 27 Chesapeake i1' Ohio Common 224 22% Chicago, Burlington <fc Quincoy.. 93yg 9J1/C Chicago & North-Western, Ord 11% 10% Chicago it N. Western Prefen-etl. IW.fc :41 Chicago, Milwaukee, and t. Paul 76'. 76l/< Chicago & Hock Island 82% f.2l/4 Cleveld, Cin., Ch., & St. Ls. Old. 48'.3 47^3 Delaware & Hudson jG6. 127% Delaware Lackawar.a 143'% "44'/8 Denver & Rio Grande Shares 15% 75% Denver Preferred 521/4 b3 Illinois Central Shares 98 g.) Lake Shore & Michigan Southsn 126 1:5'. Louisville& Shares. 73% 74 Ntichigan C-eutr-tl Shares j04 1C4 Missouri, Kansas, and Texas 13'4 13*'2 Missouri Pacific £ 3% 53 Xcw York, Lake Erie, & Western 20'.)) 51% DfLlo, Second Mortgage Bonds li 0 lOOVi !2 Nciv York Central &' Hudson Kirci 1071"2 107*4 New York. Ontano& Western, Ord 171 171/ Northern Pacific, Common 15 75% Northern Pacific, Preferred !Z% ?8% Norfolk ct Weitern Preferred 31% 32 '4 Ohio and Mississippi Ord. Sllarc 21% 21% Pe "n"I -Ilia and Pliila.(Ielpliia 14 53% Philadelphia and Reading Sliare, 2;1/4 23% philadelpbia&Reading Sp.e.lstliH 48% 43 Vs Do. do. 4 p.c. Moi 74% 7-iVi Union Pacific Shares 36% 36% Wabash, ot Louis, <fc Pacific 11 11 Wabash, ot Louis, & Pacific 11 11 Wabash St Louis. &c., Pref. Srs 22% 221. C0TT05 AND PRODUCE MARICKT Cotton, day's receipts at U.Sts.por 2,009 3,000 Cotton, day's rec'nts at Gulf Portsl 4,000 4.003 Cotton, day's export to CCt Ilrit'n.. 3,000 5,001 Cotton, day's expt to Continent.. 5.0 0 Cotton futures Apl delivery 387 899 Cotton futures, June Del v y o j 9.17 Cotton,middling upland New York 9 811'4 Cotton, middling New Orleans 0% 9 Petroleum, crude at Xe'.v Y'-rk 5.54 5.P4 Petroleum, sta'dardwhile,N.Yorji 5 h5 5.45 Petroleum, st'd white,PhiladeTp-ia 5.10 5.^0 J'jtveicuui,PipeLineCorts Aprl.. 65 64 SpiiUsoi Turpentine 35% 36 L ird Wilcox's Spot 12.~5 12.75 T iHow, Prime City 6% 6¡1 Sugar, fair retining Muscovados 2% 3 Do 95 p.c, Centrifugal fa Corn, New mixed, Western spot.. 54% 541',„ Corn futures, May £ 0% 52% Com j'utures, July 53% 51 Soring Wheat, No. 1, spot 82 821 Wheat, red winter, on the spot 75% 97 Wheat, delivery May 76% 77% Wheat, delivery June 77% 78' Coffee,Ric No.7 17% 1?% Cofiee, Rio, No. 7, Low O-d. /Ipl 36.75 16 93 Coffee ditto Juno delivery' 16.^5 16.50 Flour, ex StateShipping urands.. 2.75 275 Iron, .Ño.l,Coltrio>s. 2 .00 <2 00 Tin Australirm 20.9 j 20.5 Copper, July. llJob 11 70 95 Steel Bails <:9 i-9 Freight Grain Liverpool stsanvrs 1t..¡ 1% 1 Freight Grain sceatuersL-jiidon 2d 2<1 Freight Cot u -n to Liverpool 3.32nds, 3-32nds Silver Bullion <3% 83% Wheat, Chicago, May delivery. 76'A 76% Coin, Chicago Apl Delivery 41% turpentine "fn:ti¡;2.h. 34 34 (a) urice asked. (b) nom (c) ex div. (d ex int
THE SUSPENSORY BILL FOR WALES. CHURCH DEFENCE MEETING AT NEWPORT. SPEECH BY LORD TREDEGAR. A meeting was held at the St. Mark's yohool- room, Newport, on Monday night, under the auspices of the Newport branch of the Church De- fence Association, to protest against the Suspensory Bill now before Parliament. Lord Tredegar pre- sided, and he was supported by the Ven. Arch- deacon Bruce, Revs J. T. Wrenford, T. L. Lister, J. Swinnerton, J. Jones (Bassaieg), D. Wilks, Col. Lyne, Captain G. Homfrav, Messrs W. J. Lloyd, A. C. Jones, A. J. Stevens, C. T. Wallis, B. Pratt, G. R. Martyn, T. Kessick, E. Webber. There was a crowded attendance.—Lord Tredegar said that I tbe meeting was one of the most important he had been called upon to preside over. It was difficult, his lordship sa:d, to lind words strong enough to condemn the action of the Govern- ment. An insidious attempt was being made by the Suspensory Bill to disestablish not oniy the Church in Wales, but also the Church in England, He (the chairman) could not understand how any Churchman could support Disestab! shment.— — Mr A. J. Stevens moved a. resolution con- [ deuming the action of the Government as being an unworthy, arbitrary, and unjust attempt to cripple the Church in Wales and Monmouth- shire.—The proposition was seconded bv Mr Bi chert on Pratt, and was supported by Mr It. Lay bourne.—Aichdeacon Bruce.in supporting the proposition, analysed the scheme of Disendow- ment proposed by Mr Gee, and cur.demned it in strong terms as being unjust and unfair to the Church. Touching upon the attempt that was being made to get Monmouthshire excluded from the Bili, he appealed to their patriotism not to encourage such a cowardly action. For 13 centuries Monmouthshire had been connected with the diocese of Llandaff. He urged the sup- porters of the Establishment to exert themselves against the Bill, and not leave the House of Lords to do what they were numerous and strong enough to do themselves. (Cheers.) The resolution was afterwards carried amidst applause.
SERMON BY THE BISHOP OF SWANSEA. On Sunday night the Bishop Suffragan of Swansea preached at St. Peter's Oim¡-cil, ar. marthen, with special reference to the Welsh 8u:,penf;ory Bill. Hi based his discourse upon the 7th verse of the 20th Psalm, "Soma trust in chariots, and some in ]¡or"e, but we will remember the Lord our God." In the course of his remarks he stated that Disestablishment and (¡¡"endow- merit, though theoretically separable, were really joined together. It was phiin to thinking men that Disestablishment would ba a great loss to the nation, but perhaps no great loss to the Church. Disestablishment of itself might have some advantages for the Church, and on that point opinions might fairly differ, but whatever might be thought of that there could be no two opinions as to the effect of Disendowment. It would be an immense loss to the nation, and an immense loss to the Church, to take away what had been given to God and to religious purposer and to apply them to secular purposes.
MEETING OF LAYMEN AT CARMARTHEN. A private mfeting of laymen from the Arch- c1e:tconry of CarnmrtLrll was held at Carmarthen on Monday, Lord Emlyn presiding. The Sus- pensory Bill waR considered, and a resolution was passed condemning t, and pledging the meetmg to oppose its becoming law. It was also stated that the results of canvassing in the district against the Bill were very satisfactory from a Church point of view.
SWANSEA. At the Parish Church, Swansea, on Sunday evening, Rev Canon Smith preached on the question of Disestablishment, from the words :— "Be still, and know that lam God." In the course of his remarks he said if he could see his way clear to pass by the Suspensory measure without observation he would gladly do so, for direct spiritual work was much more congenial. But he had not the slightest doubt that freedom and liberty and scope for the direct spiritual welfare were seriously threatr-iied, and that was why he strongly opposed, and why he introduced the subject into the pulpit. He then went on to admit the shortcomings of the Church in the past, and said the very existence of Noncon- hrmity. certainly in its present extension, bore too evident proof that the Church had not done her duty in the past. More than that, if it had not been for Nonconformity, many places in this country would have been left in well-nigh heathen darkness. An honour to those who haâ worked for God in the past, and all honour to thm stil1 if they were doing what dwy couid to promote truth, righteousness, and peace. Bnt that was not the question now. Noncon- formists had endowments, increasing liber- ties, rights, and privileges as men and citizens with all their fellow-men. No Jnfln begrudged them these. Certainly the Church did not and was the Church to be up jet to give them a fancied equality in these matters ? Whatever the Church had been in the past by con:1.nt acknowledgments of hor opponents, I "he wag now striving most manfully to do her proper work. She. was doing It, and then were no uncertain signs that, come what would, she intendpd to do it in th future. They had re- ceived the priceless blessings of the Church—not merely for themselves, but for their children and their children's children and if they let them slip where was their fidelity, their charity, their patriotism ? Christianity through the Church was cradled there in Wales some 1,500 years ago. The Church had given to Wales her Welsh Bible, and now when she was thus attacked were they going to stand colc.ly by, and do nothing to oppose this Bill ? If they aid they I could not claim the presence, of God with them, not comd they expect His he1p or the conclusion of the service" God Save the Queen was sung.
CHURCH ACTIVITY AT WHITCHURCH. TO TUB Enrrcii. SIR,—It b-ilioves the Liberals and Noncon- formists of Whitchurch and district to be on the alert. The nvmbers of the Primrose League and the Established Church are busily engaged in canvassing the district for signatures protesting against tho Suspensory Bill. There are several energetic friends of the Church nlakug house-to-houso canvass, taking great advantage of the ignorance ot the people con- cerning the meaning of the Bill, and unless steps are taken by the Liberals to enlighten and ctntirm the people many of their own followers will be persuaded to sign against the Bill through the represPiJta(;iu!1 of the canvas,>ws. Where are the officers of the Liberal Association ? Let- them be up and doing.—I am, &c., March 13. NONCON.
THE "VICAR OF BRAY" AT THE THEATRE ROYAL. On Monday evening the Theatre Royal, Cardiff, was filled to overflowing with a represen- tative audience of local playgoers, attracted thither by the first performance in the town of the Vicmr of Bray by the D'Oyly Carte Comic Opera Company. As it transpired, the performance was well worthy of such a bumper house. From beginning to end of the two long acts the fun was fast and furious, whilst strictly following the lines of genuine burlesque, too often violated in modern productions. Most people arc already acquainted, III all probability, with the motif of the piece. The Reverend William Barlow, the popular Vicar of Bray. travels quickly from Low Church proclivities, with the consequent possi- bility or matrimony with a wealthy widow, to eXli, me High Church views, which permit much innocent frivolity with ladies of the ballet, but impose rigid conditions as to celibacy which are not congenial. So he has to turn another orthodox somersault, and become Low again. Mix into this the adventures of a curate in love with the vicar's daughter, who begins by being Low and ends by being Broad, the troubles of divinity students and lady teachers, the flirtations or huntsmen find coryphdcs, and some nution may be gained of the opportunities afforded for genuine undiluted humour. The great event of the opera is the pas de quatre in the second act, danced by the Vicar and the ballet girls. The dance itself is a most charming and fascinating one, the ladies' dresses being par- ticularly chic, whilst the cleric's gyrations move beholders to uncontrollable laughter. A more evenly-balanced company of such high average excellence has seldom, If ever, been seen in Cardiff. Mr J. J. Dallas as the Rev Wm. Bariow, Mr John Macauley as the Rev Henry Sandford, Mr Wilson Shefonid as ThomasMerton, and Mr J. T. Macmillan as Mr Bedford Rowtt, "the confidential family solicitor," divide the honours of the principal parts, and Miss Esme Lee (Winifred), Miss Marie Alexander (Mrs Merton), and Miss Florence Lofting (Nellie premiere danseuse, till with the greatest success the rûlc3 allotted to them. The chorus is excel- lently trained, the incidental dances perfectly arranged, and the scenery very effective. Mr Sydney Grundy's libretto is exceedingly witty t-hrougnout, and Mr Edward Solomon's music is light enough to suit the subject. The opera. is repeated to-night, and during the four remaining evpnmgs of the week Haddon Hall will huld the boxrds.
GRAND THEATRE. Patrons of this spacious and comfortable house have this AVeek the opportunity of hearing and enjoying very funny Irish dialogue and songs, and dances up to date. Mr E. Lewis West's company of comedians give a splendid representa- tion of the comic drama, the New Muldoon'e Picnic" w Cardiff favourite; and the large audi- ence in the Grand on Monday evening frequently rewarded the artistes with shouts of laughter and rounds of applause- The piece abounds in rol- licking fun and broadly comic situations, and frour beginning to end is full of interest.
THE EMPIRE (CARDIFF). A programme of more than ordinary merit was presented to crowded houses at the Empire Palace of Varieties at both of last night's perform- ances. An attractive feature, of the show was the turn of the wonderful Ki Ki, who walked and danced on knife-blades aud broken glass. Tom C-estello, who has for a long time now been en- titled to be styled a leading vocal comedian, was a distinct success, and so were Wills and Dare, the quamc humourist from the London Alhambra. Other items were supplied by the Kt-miks, acro- bats and knockabouts the Detroit Brothers, the Minxes Edith Marchant, Fannie Wright, and Hetty Keeble, singers and dancers. The overture should not be missed.
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CARDIFF. DINNERS TO POOR CHILDREN.—The scheme for providing poor children and those who are in positive want through no fault of their own with free meals is now working very successfully, but in order to keep pace with the increased demand for tickets further subscriptions are needed. It is hoped to continue the meals until the middle of April, there being a great amount of suffering and destitution in consequence of the large number of wage-earners out of work. Mr Percy Thomas, the secretary, will be glad to receive donations. It is intended later on to hold a general con- ference for the purpose of considering the best means of permanently providing for the relief of want among the helpless and weak. PROVIDENT 1 DISPENSARY.—Statement for the week ending 11th March, 1893 Number of attendances at the Dispensary with medicine supplied, 459 number of visits paid by the medical staff at patients' own homes, 80 number admitted during the week, 11. Applica- tions for membership to be made to Mr J. Bargery, at the Dispensary, any day in the week, from 9 a.m. till 8 p.m., except Wednesdays, when the Dispensary closes at 4 p.m.-—HERBERT M. THOMPSON, Hon. Sec. INTERESTING PRESENTATION. —Messrs Spiridion and Sens have on view m their window in Duke- street a handsomely designed solid silver epergne, which is intended for presentation to Mr John Gavey, late superintending engineer of Govern- ment Telegraphs for South Wales. Our readers will remember that Mr Gavey was a short time ago appointed to an important position in the General Post Ofiiee, London, which necessitated his removal from Cardiff, and the members cf his late staff have taken the opportunity of offering him this tangible proof of the esteem in which he is held by them. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, WINDSOR-FLACIC.— A concert is announced to be given this (Tuesday) evening at the Lecture-hall connected with this church. The artistes will include Madame Williams-Pcnn, Mr ITarry Miller, and Mr Arthur Angle, while Mr W. A. Morgan will act as con- ductor. CARDIFF UXITED CHORAL SOCIETY" A repre- sentative meeting of Cardiff musicians, convened by circular, was held at the Hotel Metro- pole on Monday night, to consider what steps should be taken for entering on the chief choral competition at the National Eisteddfod, Pontypridd. The chair was occupied by Mr Evan Owen, and the follow- ingoffieers were unanimously elected: Conductor, Mr Rhedynog Price, G.T.S.C.; treasurer, Mr T. J..Jones hoti. see,, Mr M. Cynon Davies. ELOCUTIONARY,—We would draw special atten- tion to the advertisement relating to Mr Cargill Gentry's visit to Cardiff. To-night he will recite in the WssleyanSchoolroom, Crwys-road,Cathays. Mr Gentry is a splendid elocutionist, and it is to be hoped he will have a large audience worthy of Ins fame.
SWANSEA. HARBOUR TRUST.—The monthly meeting of the Swansea Harbour Trust was held on Monday, Alderman Mason presiding.—The report of the Finance Committee was presented by Mr G. Thomas, who said he regretted at being uuable to congratulate those present on a surplus from the past month's working. On the contrary, there had been a large decrease, caused Ly tbe -fatling I off of £ 500 in the shipping rates, and an increase of expenditure through dredging. The coal ship- ments showed 11. falling off of something 1Jke 12,000 tons. This was a serious item, and should induce the Great Western Railway Company to give a reduction of rates, which would einblo them to bring back the Aberdare and Dowlais coal trade, which once was 45,000 tons a year, and now was only 10,000 tons.—On the recommendation of the Executive Committee, a lease for three ypars of the wharf at the South Deck Basin, now occupied by Messrs John Bacon, Limited, was granted to them at a lease for three years of the wharf at the South Deck Basin, now occupied by Messrs John Bacon, Limited, was granted to them at a rental of £160. THE PROPOSED EAR AXD THROAT HOSPITAL.— The promoters of the new institution on Monday waited on a committee representing the Genera! Hospital, with tfJ9 view of seeing if some arrange- ment could not be come to whereby the necessity for a separate institution for the treatment of these two organs might be obviated. The repre- sentatives of the new institution submitted two conditions to be complied with before they could consent to amalgamation—that the General Hos- pital should provide the necessary equipment, and that the medical omc2r of the Ear and Throat Hospital should be taken over. The committee of tbf, General Hospital agreed to tile first condition, but with respect to the second decided that the proper course would be for the position (Jf medical otticer for the dqJartMlent to be filled up by election. This is not acc0jJtnhle (0 the promoters of the new institution, Dr Brook, the medical officer, having been its initiator, and hence an independent institution will be opened as soon as possible. t.j
GL\ NCORRWG. LOCAL BOARD. --It will doubtless be gratifying to the ratepayers of Glynco"twg to hear that afer all the delay the Local Board is to be a reality very shortly. The certiucnte was sent down by the Loci1 I Gove¡'nlllf'l1t Board to be signed l»y the County Council at their last meeting. This was done, and, accordingly, the order ta form the Board may be expected in a day or two.
NEATH. TOWN COUNCIL.—A meeting of the Neath Town Council was held on Monday, the Mayor (Mr E. Evans Bevan) presiding, 23 :;pplic,1tionc; for- the post of assistant-inspector ot nuisances were read. A fter a very long discussion in regard to tho duties to devolve upon the new {¡fReer, the choice of the Council fell upon Mr Wr. Bowen Davies, of COII¡¡¡}erciaI-trcat, Neath. Subse- quently the Council went into committee, and tho Press W0TC asked 1lY the 1L1yor to withdraw. The Infe ctious Disease Hospital project was again I debated at great length, and the matter was ngain adjourned.
PEMBROKE DOCK. DISHONEST WORKMEN.—Three men, previously in the employ of Messrs Hawthorne, Leslie and Company, contracting engineers for li.M.S. Cambrian now being at Hobbs Point, wen dis- missed on Saturday for having surreptitiously re- moved a chest from the hlD to the ppmbroke amI Tenby Railway Company's Pier in the early morning, nd there landed it. The chest "as presumably made of material belonging other to the Admiralty or to Messrs Hawthorne, and the men concerned will not again be permitted to work within the precincts of the Dockyard.
NEWCASTLE-EMLYN. PRESENTATION MEKTINO.—On Friday afternoon the numerous friends of Councillor Evan Davies, Ct1fachronw, met at the Salutation Hotel to con- sider the advisability of presenting him with a. testimonial, when, amongst others, the following gentlemen were present :—Dr. Lloyd (in the chair), Councillor John Lewis (Meiros Hall), Mr J. Rees Harris (INati <nal Bank of Wales), the Revs. E. Phillips, T. Walters, Jones, Hawen, &c.—The Rev. T. Walters moved the following resolution, which was seconded by the Rev. E. Phillips, and carried unanimously :—" That this meeting of the friends of Councillor Evan Davies d'-sires to show its sympathy and appreciation of the valuable services and self-denying efforts he has made for many years In the caue of Liberalism and religious equality 111 this and the adioinintr counties; and, further, to show it by co-operating heartily with his ocher supporters, by piesentinsr him with a testimonial worthy of him and the cause he has so warmly and energetically espoused."—Several speeches were delivered testifying to the high standing of Mr Davies in the district. Mr Walters and Mr Rees Hatris were appointed local secretary and treasurer respectively.—Delegates were chosen to attend the General Committee at Handy in in Monday next.—A mnst successful meeting ter- minated with the usual vote of thanks.
MOUNTAIN ASH. LOCAL BOARD —Tnis Board met on Monday, Mr Alderman G. Jones presiding.—A deputation waked on the Board from Aberdare Junction asking the Board to sign a petition to the Board of Trade in favour of an inspector beinp sent down to report on the approach to the station at that place. The seal of the B mrd was ordered to be attaohed to the petition.—It was decided to apply to the Merthyr and Pontypridd Guardians for an annual contribution towards 1'110 support of the Mountain Ash Hospital. — The Medical Officer repolLed three fresh Clges of scarlet fever and three fresh cases of typhoid fever as having taken place in the district during the past fort- night.
YSTR AD RHONDDA. THE QCOTT CLUB,— Tiie members of the Ton Club held oheir annual meeting on the Club Ground on Salmdny. The following officers were elected President, Mr R. T. Jones cap- tain, Mr Isaac Pate vioe-captain, Mr \Vll1. Ifivans treasur er. Mr M, R. J ones hou. s«. Mr Thomas Chailes. Mr Wtr. Morgan was ap» > pointed chairman of tho c ••> mitcee. j
ABEROAKE. POSTAL,—Mr Thomas Howell (HVWE Cynon) ]>'<s been nominated postmaster at Ab-ram-«n,and Mr-. Jones, Bndg-e-road, Cwmbacb, to the vacancy at the Post-oiffce, Cwmbach.
BLACKWOOD. FUNERAL OF THE LATE HEv RTri." JONES,—The mortal remains of the late R-v Rhys Jones, J.P., vicar of Penmain, laid in their his" r", ing- place on Monday afternoon at Court-y-bella Churchyard. The funeral cortege started from the house at three o'clock. Among the mourners loVer Mr D. Price and Mr H. Watkins, Tredegar Mr D. Jenkins, Dr Richards, Dr Davies, aad Mr J. T. Green. Newbrifige Messrs T. Lawrence, W. P. Stewart, E. Jones, R. Morris, and Wm. Griffiths, J.P., Blackwood, The chief mourners m the two mourning carriages were Mrs Jones, Miss Jones, Mr Edmund Jones, Mr J. G. James, Mr W. James, and other relatives of the deceased. A number of clergy- men were also present. The service at the house was read by the W. H Evans. N-v. bridge at the church by the nail D. Gown- ae at the grave by the R-v J. E..Davies, if Penmain.
MARGAM. LOCAL BOARD.—A meeting of the Margam Local Boant was held on Monday aiiernoon, Mr S. P. Vivian presiding.—The Cierk was ap., panted to assist the Chairman in the conduct of the forthcoming election of members. The 22nd instant is the last day for nomination papers to be sent in, and the last day for the collection of the voting papers is fixed for the 30th mst. The retiring members are Messrs Thomas Gray, John Felt on, and S. H. By ass.
GLAMORGANSHIRE HUNT STEEPLE. OH A SKS. This meeting takes place on the Cowbridge llaes* course to-<1:1.Y, wheu six eveius are set, far decision. (Jood entries have been secured, and as most of the horses engaged are in the neighbourhood, some in- teresting sport may bj anticipated.
WELSH TWENTY CLUB. ANNUAL COUNCIL MEETING. Major Trick presided at the annual meeting of the council d the Welsh Tw"nty Club held at Sw¡¡nsea. The bnoiness was to consider the year's programme. Regulations for the year 1893 were submitted to the consideration of the council, and after a little discussion were adopted. The following are the most im- portant changes nide in last year's regu- lations:—Membership shall be open to all Welshmen and members of Welsh aud Mon- mouthshire corps who pay an annual subscription of 2-I 6d, or a life subscription of £2 2s. The annual subscript on is to be paid to the secretary before May 1, after which and before the first shoot, the fee will be 5s. Two district shoots will- be held, the first in May and the other in June, the day for each to be fixed by the res- pective superintendents, and who shail notify same to the secretary at least one week before each comjietitimi. The jewels will be awarded to the competitors making the highest aggregate scores in the two district competitions, and who have the national qualification for selec- tian in the trophy team. In connection with these cotllpetitions (core8 of both to cunnt) a swepp- stakes will be formed—entrance fee, 5s, to be paid to the secretary befor" May 11, open to al1 liJem- bers of the club. The number and value of the prizes will be arranged by tlH council be-fore the first competition takes place. The regulations for 1893 will be forwarded in due time to all superin- tendents for distribution among the members. With regard to the formation of new districts, in accordance with a resolution passed at the annual general meeting held at Bisley in July, two appeals oniy came to hand—one from Pembroke- sbire, tbe 0 her from lHTey. It was re801ved that Pembrokeshire form a district, and that Cardigan be attached to the same, providing an ottieer be found who will undeitake the responsible duties of superintendent. The appeal from Surrey was deferred, pending inquiries. The question of taking a representative team to Glas- gow to compete for the trophy was also deferred. It was also resolved that the two ofiices ot secretary and treasurer be amalgamated, and that the secretary be asked to undertake the additional duties.
COMMENTS BY THE VOLUNTEER RECORD." We print in another column (says the Volunteer R.cord) some extracts from the report of the pro- ceedings of an important council meeting of the Welsh Twenty Club, sent to us by W. T. Davies, the secretary, who has succeeded Sergeant Harries. Those amongst our readers who are interested in the affairs of the club will notice that several alterations have been made in the regula- tions. Among the matters that occupied the anxious attentions of the council, the pros and cons. as to the possibility of sending a team to Glasgow for the international match, was, as may be imagined, not among the least of them. There is plenty of "go as well as shooting power among Welsh Volunteers, as they have demonstrated many a time and oft, but, unfortunately, they are not individually rich. The difficulty of the council is entirely one of finance. As the matter 8ta.nds at present the outlook is far hom promis- ing for a quadrangular contest at Darnley next June. As there is no lack of energy and shoot- mg capacity amongst the Volunteers of the Principality, so there is usually plenty of active p«-trioti;.m amongst wealthy Welshmen. The present fix of the Twenty Club oilers a capital opportunity for some of these, either resident in or out of Wales, to exercise their trenerosity in aiding "yr hen wlad fy n'nadau to be repre- sented in Scotland. Unless assistance is forth- céHl2Ín; from such sources, we believe that we are within the mark in stating that "gallant little Wales will have to forego its chance of capturing 'the National Challenge Trophy in 1893. We may add for the inforn atim. of th-ise concerned that tht club secretary's address is 36, New-road, Llaneliv.
CARDIFF COUNTY BOKOUGII COUNCIL. A special meeting of Gardifl County Borough Alderman Daniel Lewis, in the absence of the Mayor, presided, and there were also present :— Alciermeu Da vid Jones, T. W. Jacobs, T. Rees, Fulton, D. E. Jones, Yorath, and It. Cory Councillors W. Lewis, W. J. Trounce, E. Thomas, R. Joliuston, W. Evans, R. Hughes, Noah Reas, ShnckelJ, T. Andrews, W. Crossman, J. Rnrnsdale, J. Comley, B. John, Morgan Mor- gan, J. Jenkins, F. L. Short, J. Gerhold, J. H. Cory, E Beavan, J. Munn. H. White, S. A. Brain, T. H. Riches, A. Lewis, F. J. Beavan, and T. Morel, the Town Clerk (Mr J. L. Wheatley), the Deputy Town Clerk (Mr F. Lloyd), the Medical Officer (Dr Walford), the Borough Engineer (Mr W. Harpur), the Borough Treasurer (Mr Greenhill), and the Head Constable (Mr W. Mackenzie). CH LKEA PRECAUTIONS. Councillor SHACKELL called attention to the recommendation of the Finance Committee that the Council should urge upon the Government the jn:3tice of their bearing thA necestry eXlknses which Cardiff might be put to for the purpose of preventing the introduction of cholera mto the port, and asked what steps had been taken in the matter. Alderman JACOBS said the matter had been frequently bef jre the Cardiff Health Authority, and explained that at a recent conference of re- presentative port- sanitary authorities of the kingdom, n81d in London, a deputation was ap- pointed to wait upon the Government, and en- deavour to induce them to bear a siiare of the expenses incurred. OLD TAFF BIUDGE AT GHAXGETOWN. The question of the old Taff Bridge was raised, that bridge having been swung open by the Taff Vale Railway Company, and therefore made useless for traffic, since refusal by the Cor- poration to buy the bridge.—Councillor John- ston moved that the railway company be notified either to takedown the bridge or to open it to traffic; and after a lively di cussion, the motion was carried.—The Town Cierk pointed out that such a resolution might involve the necessity of taking legal proceedings and it was stated that the company had offered to sell the bridge to the town for £5,000, but contention was made on ihe other hand that the bridge was worn out, and would need re-building if taken over. CORPORATION SALARIES. Councillor F. J. BEAVAN moved that the recom- mendation of the Public Works Committee to increase the maximum salaries of the engineering, architectural, and surveying assistants by B25, that of the chief clerk and accountant by £ 20, that of the general clerk by £22, and those of the inspectors of works, &c., and inspectors of sewers by £10, be eliminated, he holding that it was a violation of the existing arrangement come to about three years ago, and a breach of principle. When the matter was sett1t,d only a year or two ago, tln-y gave it full consideration, and they would be stultifying themselves by accepting the proposal, for the time had not yet arrived for making any alteration. Aldermau T. REES seconded, remarking that he considered the London County Council (who had been quoted as an example) was a moat iniquitous body in their expenditure. The increases made on the salaries of the Town Cierk, the Deputy-town Clerk, and the inspector of nuisances since the maximum and minimum were fixed, were exceptional, as these officials' duties had been increased by new statutes coming into operation. Councillor CROSS MAX argued that they could not have a hard and fast rule, like the laws of the Modes and Persians, in this matter, for as time Wen on the work would increase and the officials would have to receive a higher rate of wages. Men in the Corporation service could make more money outside, and it was bad policy to tell them they could leave if they were dissatisfied. (Hear, hear.) If they wanted talent they ought to pay for it. In the ensuing discussion it was pointed out that the total increase was only J3157, and Coun- cillor Jenkins, in answering Alderman Rees, stated th>1.t on on13 occasion tlw latter gentleman by a motion raised the salary of one official by £150.-(Jounci]]cr F. J. Beavan, in replying, objected to such a proposal as wag being made car- ried by a side wind.—Councillor Thomas retorted W;rIniy, characterising the specbes of Councillor Beavan and Alderman Rees as stage thunder.— At the close of the debate the recommendation of the committee was adopted by a. large majority, only Councillors F.J. Beavan, Alder- man llees, and Alderman Cory voting for the amendment. Councillor SHORT pointed out that the maxi- mum of the clerks' salaries was proposed to be increased by £20 to £25, whereas the maximum for Í1hpeC(CoïS 01 work, buildings, and sewers Wa to be increased by oniy £10. Considering the importance of the iatter's duties, he moved a further amendment that the maximum in their case be £150, instead of J3140. Councillor W. J. TROUNCE seconded; but the amendment was lost, and the minutes of the comunttee were passed. PURCHASE WITHOUT A TEDER. Councillor JENKINS called attention to an item of £3 6s 5d for grate bars paid to a Mr D. Evans, who, it was supposed, did not pay fair wages, and wished to move that the Borough Engineer be lustiucted to inform the whole of the committees as to..1i contractors who had railed to comply with the terms of thtoir coutracts. Alderman DAVIU JONES and others objected 011 the ground that there had been no cuutract with Mr i'.vans, the Borough Engineer explaining that the purchase was by an ordinary tradesman's order and not by contract and the Chairman ruled the motion out of order. Councillor JENKINS withdrew the motion. PREVALENCE SCARLATINA AT CATHAYS. In response to Councillor WHITE, tbe Medical Officer made a statement iu relation to the preval- ence of scarlatina and scarlet fever at Cathays. Dr Walford said that scarlet fever had been exceed- ingly prevalent in the district for the past 15 m nths, and there was no special reason, arising out of the sanitary state of Cat bays, fortlw special prevalence of the disease. carlet fever, he said, was a disease spread by personal contact, and if members would refer to the statistics they would see that other districts had suffered in turn. Since the hospital had been erected there had been a considerable decline in the prevalence of scarlet fever. NIGHT CABS. Councillor HWHES directed attention to the need of more frequent inspection of cabs, especially some that plied at night in Cardiff, and asked the Council to consider the desirabil'ty of more frequent inspection by the Cabs Committee, there being some vehicles that were in all unsatisfactory state. It was stated 011 behalf of the committee that there were certain cabs which never stood upon the stands, but were sent out at night and, being kept in motion, did not come under control. KOATH PAKK KKCREATION GROUND. Councillor RWHKS inquired when the recreation ground at Roath Park would be laid out so as to be available ? Councillor E. BEAVAN said it would be com- pleted itS soon as possible, and lie expected the day of opening would be some time before the millennium. (Laughter.) However, he did not think it would be this side of Christmas. Councillor RAMSDALE added that to cover the surface with turt would cost a lot of money, and the committee were making ready to put in seed. ALLOTMEXTS. Councillor WHITK called attention to thefollow- mg 111 a report by the Town Clerk as to the liability of the Corporation to compensate allot- ment holders :—Toe formal agreement regarding the holding of allotments under the Corporation contains the following provision regarding com- pensation :—" The tenant shall have lull liberty at any time -uring the tenancy to remove all or any vegetables, fruit, or any ornamental trees or bushes planted or acquired by him, but for which he shall not be ehtitled to any compensation, whether removed from or left upon the said piece or parcel of ground." It will be observed, how- ever, that the Allotments and Compensation for Crops Act provides forcompensation to thetenant, notwithstanding any agretin nt to the contrary. He asked jf in face of the, epor, tho objection- able olause would be exputn ed from the form of agreement ? Councillor McRKL thought people who had in the ground should get compensation. '1 he TOWN CLEHK replied that no doubt the committee would take into consideration what should be doue in the way of expunging the clause. A PUBLIC DANCER. Councillor SHAOKELL said the dangerous prac- tice obtained at the Colonial-hall of sending the audiences out through the back staircase, the main entrance and exit being closed. He moved that the owners be instructed to keep the main doors open for the exit of audiences. Councillor JENKINS seconded, and the proposi- tion was agreed to. ALDKHMAN LEWIS'S FORTH A IT. Alderman DAVID JONES proposed a vote of thanks to the Martinis of Bute tor the portrait in nil oE Alderman n. Lewis, painted by Mr D. S. Marks, which had been hung up in the chamber, and liore the following inscription :—"Presented to the Cardiff Corporation by tho Most Honour- able the Marquis of Bute, K.T., Mayor of Cardiff, in recognition of services rendered to his lordship by his Deputy, Alderman Daniel Lewis, J.P." Having referred to the excellent likeness, the speaker expressed the hope that Alder- man Lewis would continue to look as well as his portrait for many years to come. (Applause.) The painting had been bestowed in a very kind and genial manner upon a gentleman who was highly deserving of it. (Applause.) He was glad to see that Lord Bute during his year of office had been able to appreciate tho hig-h services of his deputy. Councillor MORGAN MORGAN seconded, and in doing so remarked that he was sure the picture would be treasured not only by the members of the Corporation, but also by future generations. (Applause.) The CHAIRMAN thanked the Corporation for the remarks made with reference to himself. He also wished to express publicly his thanks to Lord Bute for his great kindness towards his deputy. He had received nothing from his hands but extreme kindness, and his lordship's conduct its Mayor was throughout that of a nobleman and a gentleman. (Applause.) COTtrOUATIOK EMPLOYEES. The Town Clerk read a letter from the secretary to the Cardiff Progressive League requesting in- formation (1) as to the salaries of all officials under tbo Corporation, (2) the terms under which they entered the service, (5) the holidays allowed in each case without loss of pay, (4) the salaries of all employed under the Corporation, (5) the terms of servitude, (6) the holidays allowed without loss of pay, (7) and the manner in which salaries are paid during the tune of sickness.—Councillor Jenkins ac ked whose, iiiovince it wa-st to ri-uiv,— The Town Clerk stated that it was for the Corporation to say I whether the information should be sent.—Several members said there was no objection to the in- formation being given, and, on the motion of Councillor Shackell, the request in the letter was complied with. WELSH IKTERMEDIATE EDUCATION ACT. The TOWN CLEIIK read a letter, dated the 17th ult. from the hon. secretary of the Cardiff District Teachers' Association, forwarding a resolution parsed oy the Exeoutive Committee of the Asso- ciation re the draft scheme of the Welsh Inter- mediate Schools to the effect that the scheme should provide (as in the Welsh University Court) for a representation on each body of the teachers of primary schools. The Town Clerk said he had replied that, having regard to the scheme already prepared for carrying out the above Act and which waa now before Parliament for confirmation, the Council regretted that the communication was too late for them to take action thereon. The action of tha Town Clerk was approved. GLAMORGAN COUNTY ASYLUMS. There was laid before the Council the following documents relating to the above :—(1)Tho annual report of the Medical Superintendent (2) the quarterly report of the Asylum visitors (3) a letter, dated the 24th of February, 1893, from the Clerk to the Glamorgan County Asylums applying to the County Councils of Cardiff, Glamorgan, and Swansea for the sum of £4,OOO for the proposed additions to Pare Gwyllt Asylum. Councillor RICHES asked how the £49,000 was to be divided. Councillor F. J. BEAVAN replied that the pro- portion would be be upon the basis of valuation as between tbe Glamorgan, Cardiff, and Swansea County Councils. The proposed accommodation was urgently needed. Councillor RICHES pointed out that the ratable value of Cardiff was double that of Swansea, and if they patd on that basis tney would pay some 70 or 80 per cent, more than they should if their basis of rating were the same as Swansea. He considered that the contribution should have been based on the number of patients sent from the various districts rather than upon the ratable valne. Tiie ratable value of Cardiff was something like £780,000, and that of Swansea about oiie-haif of that amount, yet the respective populations of Swansea and Cardiff were by no means tne same consequently the ratable value was not at all the fair basis upon which Cardiff should be assessed in respect of its subscriptions. Councillor F. J. BEAVAN announced that Coun- cillor Riches was at least a year too late, as the matter had really been decided upon. Moreover, this was a sword which would cut two ways, and Swansea people were now regretting that their assessments were not based upon the higher level, because when they had to receive their grants were proportionately lower. (Hear, hear.) Councillor RAMSDALK said the asylum was now overcrowded to the extent of 100 patients, and they were increasing almost every month. Councillor F. J. BEAVAN having remarked that Cardiff's proportion would be £11,400, moved that the resolution of the Finance Committee authorising the payment of this proportion be adopted. The motion was agreed to. THE FAIR WAGES QUESTION. The Towx CLERK read a letter from the Cardiff Master Builders' Association (published in the South Wales Daily News of Monday) objecting to the Corporation paying their masons 9d per hour, tha gen?ral rate in the trade being (as they alleged) 8d, and demanding the withdrawal of what is known as the Trades Union clause, which is inserted iu Corporation contracts. The Town Clerk read the letter received from the lion, secretary to the Cardiff Timber Importers' Association, which stated that at a meeting of the Association, held on the lstiust., a member placed before them a form of contract for 12 months' supply of timber to the Cardiff Corporation, and that ic was unanimously resolved that the Cardiff Timber Importers decline to sign any contract containing the clause re payment of wages recog- nised as fair by the Trades Unions of Cardiff district, aud observance of rules and hours of labour of the said district. Councillor JENKINS proposed that the Town Clerk acknowledge the receipt of thE: communica- tion. Councillor F. J. BEAVAN pointed out that no one could alter a resolution 011 the books without giving notice of motion. Councillor JOHNSTON asked if anyone had accepted a contract. Councillor ANDREWS replied that one was accepted that morning. Oouncdlor RICHES asked if it was stipulated that this agreement should be iu it. (Cries of Yes.") Councillor JOHNSTON said he understood notice was not given in the form of tender that such a clause would be inserted. A Member Then it should be. The TOWN CLRRK, in reply to Alderman Jacobs and Councillor Riches, said there had been no communication direct with any gentleman who had been tendering with the Council. The letter merely stated that a member of the association having placed before the meeting a form of con- tract they declined to sign any contract contain- ing the clause referred to. Until they had the nains of the individual and the "lwcific contract, he thought they could not do anything further in the matter. Alderman JONES noticed that the clause was to bs subject to die award of the superintendent of son The TOWN CLERK Yes. Alderman UONES Well, that is equally objectionable. Tiie clause itself states that we snail comply with the regulations of certain bodies without having the chance of discussing the details of the matter itself. We have re- ceived no intimation from Messrs Alexander that they will not undertake to carry out the work, but suppose we shall hear shortly. This clause is obnoxious to me and highly tyrannical. It is likely to be a source of continual altercation 111 this Council—(Alderman Cory Hear, hear)— and at our next meeting I shall move that the clause be eliminated and another substituted for it. The TOWN CLfmK said he was informed that a letter had been received from Messrs Alexander declining to carry out the contract. Alderman JACOBS said the matter had never been discussed by the Health Committee. They never knew anything about it. Mr Woosey's name was brought into discussion without their knowledge or sanction. He agreed with Mr Alderman Jones in this matter. The amount of timber used in the department was so small that it was not regarded as important. The total sum involved was not more than £250 per annum. Mr JOHNSTON asked if the tender did not differ in furtH from the contract, and Alderman Res said that the tender was simply a description of the article required. The contract came after- wards. The motion that the letter should be received and acknowledged was then put, and carried ncm. con. Tue Council then adjourned. -IV !8e
AN EIGHT HOUHS BILL i Oli MI NEKS. INTERVIEW WITH MR DAVID MORGAN. THE DEPUTATION TO THE HOME SECRETARY. A day or two ago one of our representatives had a talk with Councillor D. Morgan, miners' agent, Aberdare, on the Eight Hours question, and with special reference to the remarks made by Mr Onions in his interview at Cardiff on Saturday last. "I notice," said our correspondent, that Mr Onions seems aggrieved by certain remarks made by you before Mr Asquith. Have you any suggestion to off us to how the misunderstanding has arisen ?" "The misunderstanding," said Mr Morgan, has arisen in this way. Air Onions was placed in a false position by the action of the conference held by the deputation dl Friday morning before they appeared before Mr Gladstone and the Home Secretary in his being asked by the others to speak 011 behalf of South Wales" and Mon- mouthshire, except my district. Those present had no authority to givo that position to Mr Onions, and had they not been so unfair as to refuse admission to me and my coikaue Councillor Thomas Thomas, to that preliminary conference at the Westminster Palace Hotel, I would have explained the position of affairs, and saved my friend, Mr Onions, from getting into that position. In fact, I saw Mr Isaac Evans before he went into the preliminary conference and asked him what ho considered the position of the w of the delegates from South Wales that day, and his answer to Mr Thomas and myself was that ench one only represented his own district and not the whole of South Wales and Monmouthshire. Mr Evans understood this from the decision arrived at at the conference at Cardiff on Jan. 14th, and the other delegates should have so understood the position, for they were, as far as numbers were concerned, in practically the same position as they were at the Birmingham Conference, except that Mr Morgan Weeks district was represented before Mr Glad- stone, whereas it wa not at Birmingham. This would make the representation before the Prima Minister some 3,000 more. Now it was admitted, as you will see by this report in the South Wales Daily Ney;, by Mr Evans himself that at Bir- mingham tney only represented 28,000. So that even with the Khondda house coal district, repre- sented by Mr Weeks, they only represented 31,000 out of the 120,000 coUiers in 'South Wales and Monmouthshire. Thtst? I take it that even with the representa- tion of the districts for which Mabon, Mr Isaac Evans, and Mr Weeks act you contend that Mr Onions only represented 31,000 men ?" Just so and Mr Isaac Evans's own words at Cardiff prove it. In fact, the Rhondda, Mon- mouthshire, and the Neath and Swansea districts have discussed this question in their local unions, and have not given an opportunity to thousands of men, who are outside the Unions, to speak. In this district, on the contrary, we have discussed the matter at a debate meeting, representing every pit in the district, Unionists and non-Unionists alike. There are only 16,000 Unionists in the Rhondda district, 6,000 in Mon- mouthshire, 4.000 in the Neath and Swansea district, and 2,000 men, who are represented by Mabon, in the anthracite district this makes up the 28,000 represented at Birmingham. To this add the 3,000 in the Rhondda House Coal dis- trict. This gives the 31,000 represented by Mr Onions before the Prime Minister and Mr As- quith." But Mr Onions claims to speak for the Garw Valley as well ?" He had no authority to speak for them, for he admits himself he never consulted them, and any- tlung told him by Mr Thomas, their agent, the day after he saw Mr Gladstone, could not possibly I authorise him to use their names the day before and even if he did represent them that would oniy I mean an additional 3,000." Speaking of a ballot. you have taken no ballot in this district, have you ?" No, I admit that, but we have taken full measures to ascertain the views and the opinions of the men. Unionisrsj-itid non-Uuionists alike, in the district, with the exception of Dowlais. and ot course we have never claimed to know their opinion, for it has never been tested but we know there is some difference of opinion there and the other side at least cannot claim Dowlais as supporting them." I What proofs have you of your statement that the feeling of the delegates on the 14th of January in favour of the Bill was much reduced compared with what it had been '1" "I say this because of the practical unanimity with which the question was referred back to the collieries and the lack of enthusiasm on the part of the delegates. On previous occasions they have been so enthusiastic and demanded a vote of the Conference, and that the minority should give in to the wish of the majority. But it was not so last time; for the meeting willingly referred it back to the. districts. It is very unfair on the part of Mr Onions to attempt to refer to the question of appointing a deputation from that Oonference as having been casually referred to. It was raised by Mr W. Abraham, M.P., the president of our Union, who had attended at the Birmingham Conference, and all who know Mr Abraham know well that he is not in the habit of raising questions in a casual manner. "Nllcn he rises to speak at our Cou- ferences he docs not do 80 on the impulse of the moment, but rather to place before us matters of grave public importance, and thA question Wl1S fully discussed at the Conference, and, as the chairman of that meeting, I can assure you that nothing but the lack of enthusIasm on the part of the delegates caused it to lie sent back to the districts rather than elect a deputation there." To go back for a moment to the question of the ballot, I notice Mr Onions says that it is not usual to take a ballot ?" This is incorrect for the past six years we have taken a ballot on all important and vital questions." W hy do you feel so strongly on this question of bank to bank ? I always endeavour to take a long look ahead and to watch for any danger that may in the future arise from any movement in which I take part, and in this case I see a very serious difficulty ahead, a veritable rock upon which I fear, if the Bill is ever passed, the prosperity of the South Wales collicrs may be wrecked. The present Government arc, I feel confident, anxious to do all in their power to prevent disputes and the causes of disputes but I believe that if this Bill is passed in its present form it would cause the greatest disturbance ever felt in South Wales, and I will show you how it would operate. At present the collieries wind coal for nine hours. If this Bill is passed at least three-fourths of the collieries in South Wales and Monmouthshire would only wind coal for 6 hours. The effect of this would be this. We are now working underaSliding-scale agreement, and day men work nine hours. If the Bill passes their hours would be only 61/ a, reduction of 25 per cent. Is it reasonable to expect that employers will pay the same rate of wages for 6 hours as for nllle. From my experience of them I am sure they will not, and the first time they meet us after the law comes into force they will claim a reduction of 25 per cent, in the day men's wages. The colliers, of course, being paid piecework, will be of necessity similarly mulcted, for they cannot possibly pro- duce as much in 6)-f hours as in nine. The men would naturally resist such a large reduction, and the result, I fear, would be a disastrous light, which would end in the men being defeated, for the same question was recently referred to arbi- tration in Cumberland, resulting in a similar reduction in the wages as in the hours of labour. It is true the reduction would not be as great if the double shift was introduced, but I know that the men m Wales would rather accept a reduc- tion oi 25 percent, than the double shift." "What is your great objection to the double shift?" "My first objection is that it puts the men in a most uncomfortable position to work nights as vveil as days. All the men like to leave their work before night. Another point is that the strata in Wales is such that you could hardly get men to agree to work against one another, lor there is such danger for unscrupulous men to rob one another and get for themselves 8;; or lOi, while the man on the next turn could not earn more than 3s and my experience is that when- ever thesysteui wastried it caused immense friction and dissatisfaction and bad feeling. Further, the double shift would increase the danger in mines by producing so much more gas and disastrous explosions. If you work throughout the whole colliery for 16 hours in succession into the fresh coal double the amount of gas would be liberated, and that in many cases would be more than the air passing through the colliery could dilute and render iunocu0us." "Then may I take it your objection is entirely against an eight-hours bank to bank ?" "Yes, owing to the fact that the long distance the men have to walk from the bottom of the pit to their working place Would only give the men 61/, hours' work." But I noticed in the interview with the Home Secretary someone suggested that pits be sunk so that no man would have more than a mile to walk underground "That might suit some of the English coal- fields, where the land lies perfectly flat and the strata practically parallel to the surface, but it would never answer in our mountainous country. Why, I know one pit which has been sunk 800 yards, and by the time the coal is worked a mile from the bottom of the pit it is under the head of a mountain, and if they sank a pit there it would have to be sunk 800 or 1,000 yards to get level with the pit top, and before it got to the seam it would be 1,600 or 1,800 yards deep, and such out- lay oE capital would never pay except by such reduction of wages as would put the men, not on starvation wages, but something worse.
A NEW BUILDING MATERIAL. Papier-mache, or paper compressed almost to the solidity of iron, is declared to be the great solid of the future. The Hospital hag just heard of a new and portable hospital which is made of this compressed pnpor, large enough for the accommodation of 20 beds. When folded up this building (if one may so call it) condenses itself easily into a load for three transference trucks, which trucks on their part are planned to form the basis of the hospital, T shaped joists of nOll keeping their foundation steadily in place. Over this there is a flooring of compressed puper boards, which being varnished adapt themselves to cleanliness; the walls and ceiling are formed of the same material, while the beams, composed of thin wire of galvanised iron, connect the parallel wans. Ventilation is provided for hy means of holes bored between the walls and the ceiling, and the windows are somewhat 111- gpnio,,1y 1118.de of wire gauze, with some tmns- parent con :ug. It yet remains to be seen how for this portable paper hospital will adapt itself to the ever-increasing requirements of modern hygienic demands, and whether it will satisfac- torily stand the test of comiuc out hre-proof.
NEWPORT. INFANTILE MORTALITY.—An inquest was held at the Town-hall on Monday afternooll- uehre Mr Lyndon Moore, borough coroner—on the body of Lillie Hamilton Glynn, the infant daughter of a shipbroket's clerk, residing at 8, Upper Alma-street, Newport. On Thursday night the infant, which was seven months old, was restless, and was ted with the bottle at 3 a.m., and again between five and six o'clock. When Mr Glynn got up he noticed that the right ear was discoloured, and catching it up, found it was dead. A medical man was sent for. and his opinion was that it had died in its sleep from a tit of convulsions caused by teething.—The jury returned a verdict of "Death from convulsions." THE MAY-DAY SHOW.—A meeting was held at the Towu-hall, Newport, on Monday afternoon, Mr C. D. Phill ips presiding, for the purpose of considering whether the May-day Show should be continued or not this year. Tiieie was a good attendance. The Chairman said there was a suggestion that the show should be intermitted this year; but Mr L. Lyne said that if it were abandoned it would probably not be held again.— Mr Simpkins thought- it wou]d be a thousand pities if the show was given up. It was likely to be productive of nothing but good, and he proposed that it be held on the 4th of May. —Mr Dennis seconded the resolution, and it was un-iniinously agreed to. —Mr C- D. Phillips was re-elected chairman, and Mr F. W. Dawson deputy-chairman.—The joint secretaries were thanked for their services, and continued in office. They produced the balance- sheet for last year. which was of a satisfactory character. The Executive Committee was also re-elected, with additions to male up for those members who had removed during the) enr. The rules were revised, a.nd the prizeseheme examined, Ciass 13, which last year had no fewer than 30 entries, was restricted in order to keep profes- sional men's turnouts from competing with horses and carts used for purely trade purposes. It was decided to hold the annual dinner in the evening at the Albert Hall, and to ask Lord Tredegar to preside over the gathering.
THE FATAL BRAWL AT NEWPORT. INQUEST AND VERDICT. The adjourned inquest on the body of Edward Bartlett, 55 years of a.ge, formerly a seaman, of Ailesbury- street, who died three days after engaging in a fight with a lodger, was resumed at the Town- hall, Newport, on Monday evening, before Mr Lyndon Moore, borough coroner. The deceased's son, a. sharp schoolboy of eight, recapitulated the evidence he gave on Friday. Sarah Bartlett, widow of the deceased, said that deceased expired in his arm-chair in the kitchen about one o'clock on Wt-dnesdav morning last. Deceased had not been in bed for three weeks. He had been a. sailor, and the last work he did was at the Isca Foundry. When she came home on Saturday night, after being away at work from the Friday morning, she found her husband lying on the sofa. wih his eyes blackened. He said that Grant had called him an ugly name, and that he had struck him. She did not go for a, doctor because it was her husband's wish that no one should know about] the fight. She did not mention it after the death for the same reason. Her husband suffered from heart disease. Elizabeth Jarvie, niece of the deceased, having given evidence, Mr Thomas Limbery, surgeon, said he had attended deceased for six months for heart disease. It was a bad form of the death was likely to come on from any exciting cause. W ltness made a post-mortem examination on Saturday. Both eyes were very much con- tused, and there was a good deal of ex ravasated blood between the cranium and the scalp, which might have been caused by a fall The brain was, however, perfectly healthy. The heart was of enormous size and covered with fat. It was also very much dilated, and syncope would arise from any excitement. The excitement produced by the fight might have accelerated death. Witness always inter., dieted stimulants, and was not aware that he took any. Witness had a lot of trouble in conducting the post-mortem examination, as the deceased's wife was in drink and very excited. He thought the authorities should pro- vide a public mortuary. The Coroner said he had, to a certain extent, anticipated that expression of opinion, and had recently received a letter from the Town Clerk that the Pillgwenliy mortuary would be adapted so that post-mortem examinations could be held there. George Grant was called and cautioned by the coroner. He said what he did was in self-defence. Mark Webb, collier, was then called. He said that a grwit deal of whisky was got if, and that sailors and men from the hilla ■ used co stop there. Grant came in on Saturday, and a row arose. Giant had been away from the preceding Tuesday, and asked deceased for his trousers and socks. Deceased was drunk, and told him to get them where he had been for the week. The Coroner said that if the evidence of Webb was true the lives of the deceased and his wife had been scenes of prolonged debauchery, and it was possible that parish relief had gone to swell the money ob- tained in a disgraceful way. There was not sufficient evidence to implicate Grant. The jury returned a verdict of "Death from heart disease, accelerated tj the excitement consequent on the light," nnrl .expressed a hope that the adopted son would not go back to the house. The local representative of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, who was present at the coroner's request, said the society would probably take up the case. The widow was re-called and reproved by the coroner for allowing her niece to go to the house to see men, and the niece was remonstrated with on hAr morie ot life. The expnses of both wen disallowed.
A PASSENGER STEAMER ASHORE. EXCITING RESCUES. The British steamer Welis City (Captain Savage) bound from Bristol to New" York, lost her bearings in the fog, and went ashore in a dangerous position, near Seabrig-ht, New Jersey. She had 3D passengers on board, in addition to the officers and crew. As soon as possible after she struck, a line was got aboard from the shore, the breeches buoy rigged, and the work of rescuing the passengers began. The steamer gradually worked round she by broad- side on the shore, and the wavae washed over her repeatedly while the passengers were being landed. Captain Savage sent word ashore by the first passengers who ventured along the line, that, so far as he could ascertain, the hull of the steamer was intact. The life-saving crew experienced great difficulty in carrying on their work, us the rolling of the steamer first drew the line- taut and then caused it to sag, so that every- one was under water during some part of the jcmrney to the shore. Everyone was rescued lJY half-past 11, but it is feared that the steamer will become a total wreck.
ESCAPE OF THIRTEEN CONVICTS. Thirteen convicts, all desperate characters, Who were at work in the Tracey City Mines, Tennessee, have escaped. Near the entrance of Mine No. 73, one of the convicts threw down Haigis, the guard, and seized his rifle. Another guard, named Miles, went to the assistance of Hargis, but the convicts attacked and beat him severely, subsequently escaping. Bloodhounds are now on the track of the fugitives.
AI MR PR1TCHARD MORGAN, M.P., AT ABERDARE. Mr W. Pritchard Morgan, M.P.. visited Aber. dare on Monday, and had interviews with a large number of his supporters. The hon. gentle- man left on Monday afternoon for London.
ANTICIPATIONS. III fine weather Windsor began and completed its March fixture to-day, in the presence of a large con-puny of spectators, which would have been 1arg,y increased but for the calls on the professionals in connection with the Monday settlements. The sport was of little consequence, though interesting enough to spectators, and calls for no comment. To-morrow something better will be provided at Derby, where my selections must be as follows :— Doveridge Hurdle Handicap — FETLAR or STIGMA. Slow and Sure Steeplechase—WILD MAN FROM BURNEO or MUSICIAN. SELLING National Hunt Flat Race—BCKLLA or DING DONO. Selling Steeplechase—BEACON or CARLO. E1 vast-oil Steeplechase—.KANDAHAR. Maiden National Hunt Fiat Mac '—MAREMHA. Derbyshire Steeplechase Handicap — LADY IhLEN. Monday Night. VIGILANT.
n_ THE CASE OF COUNTY COUNCILLOR HENDERSON. A sp2ci:Ülr-ui11n(>n"d meeting was held on Saturday at the Olaphaui Conservative Associa- tion, High-street, Clapham. for the purpose of considering what- steps should be taken regarding the conviction of Mr Fred Henderson, county councillor for the constituency. It was agreed th,,1 in the event of the London County Council taking no steps to cb-clare the seat vacant, the Associatiun should see that the matter was prooerly laid before them. C"l. Rotton, the late member who was defeated by Mr Henderson, wa'! selected as the Moderate candidate should Mr Henderson be deprived of his seat. The Demo- cratic Club, of which Mr Henderson was a. mmriber, have taken s<ps to raise a fund from which to pay Mrs Henderson a weekly sum during hev husband's incarceration.
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