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SECONDARY EDUCATION IN WALES. R IMPORTANT CONFERENCE AT SHREWSBURY. A general conference of the joint education committees of Wales and Monmouthshire was j the Raven Hotel, Shrewsbury, on Friday, under the presidency of Mr H D Acland, Al P., (Carnarvonshire). THE LATE DUKE OF CLARENCE. eoTulolpn,!1*^1" v.D\ at 0llt8et. moved a vote of •fthe D^ofV 16 R°yaI,F;Atuilj upon the death in J- Clarence.— i'he Dean of St Asaph, J u.n ,n"> 8 U(^ that in no part of the Queen's IUIOEU was more general and genuine sympathy expressed than in Wales. J' THE DEPUTATION TO MR. GOSCHEN. The Chairman then gave his report of the visit of the deputation to the Chancellor of the J^cWor. He ^aid that the three main points which they desired to bring under notice were (1) Science and art grants, (2) inspection of chari- ties, and (3) the still more important ques- tion of the .Treasury grant. On the first question they had a fully satisfactory answer. No iZRBl7t ITS U-ndGr th6 lQtermediate Educa- tion Act would interfere with the additional X, "VW" to secondary scioo^s thev had fh ValeS" °Mhe other two points ™ /,ad reply in the correspondence which would be submitted to the conference that day. CONTINENTAL ADVICE. Principal Reiehel introduced a report, previously « for"JuIate? bJ the manual instruction committee, and read an interesting letter from Herr S ilomon, the head of the great Slojd, in Sweden, giving information as to the mode of teaching adopted on the Continent, and laying stress upon the advisability of having only small classes, twenty pupils being, in his opinion, as many as could be effieiently taught at one time, and sixteen being a high average for some teachers. The secretaries were asked to forward to Herr Salomon a letter of thanks for his instructive letter, the contents of which will be published by the conference in due course. FEMALE TEACHERS. Mr A C Humphreys-Owen presented the re- port of the committee on teaching by women, in which a store of information bad been put together, gathered from leading educationists in Scotland and America. It wae stated that in America, for instance, 65 per cent of tho teachers were women, and that, except occupying the post of principal in institutions where half the students were men, the writer knew of no position which a woman could not occupy without surprise or remark. It was pointed out in some of the com- munications that, whereas in the teaching of the youngest students women were more successful than men, they did not hold their own as teachers of the more advanced classes. It was decided to print the report, and, on the motion of Dean Owen, seconded by Mr E Grove, a vote of thanks was accorded Mr Humphreys- Owen for the trouble be had taken in the matter LETTERS OF APOLOGY. The Secretary (Mr R A Jones) said that he had received letters of apology for absence from Mr BosanqHet, Mr Gwilym Evans (Llanelly), Mr E P Jones, the Rev W Thomas, the Rev Daniel Rowlands and others. PENSIONS FOR TEACHERS. The Chairman, in introducing the report of the select committee on the registration of teachers, •aid that at the initiation of the movement it behoved them to see that they were not placed in the difficulty in which most nchool boards and managers of voluntary schools found them- selves when their teachers were getting old, and no provision was made for their old age. Although some of the teachers were becoming incompetent for work those who had the management of the schools did not like to dismiss them, because they knew of the want of provision for old age. If the Government had been wise twenty years ago when the first Act for extending elementary edu- cation was passed, some provision might have been made by which teachers, when past work should be provided for. But Governments were' largely influenced by the Treasury, which was apt to look askance at measures involving expendi- ture, and at this late hour elementary teachers were approaching Parliament and asking what could be done? The question was a most difficult one from the elementary point of view, because it would be difficult to distinguish those who should benefit now. The matter had been before a Select Committee of the House of Com- mons, and they had bad much valuable actuarial information. What was to be done with the existing aged teachers was a most difficult point, but the actuarial information obtained would be trustworthy, and he hoped the central board, when formed, would do all they could to assist every county and local governing body to bring those teachers, as soon as appointed, into a general pension scheme, so that every bead and assistant teacher should be a member of the pension scheme,with a provision for the withdrawal of their membership and contributions on accepting employment outside Wales. The committee had only got halfway through its w-rk. It would probably be re-appointed next sesion, and finish its work about June. Thp report doS to the registration of teachers bad already b^Q circulated. There was a general consensu of opinion that there ought to be some scheme for the registration and for the certifying o-' secondary teachers, so as to give them a siml-'ar position to that already occupied by el-dentary teachers. He was glad to say that te had succeeded in carrying in com- mittee a rcoposal to have only one registration scheme, covering elementary and secondary tea.cb"'s, so as to have no class distinctions (hear hep-J* In reply to Dean Owen, the Chairman said that they might appropriately pass a resolution urging the Government to bring in a Bill on the lines of this report. Replying to Mr T Jones (Newport), the Chairman said that the scheme of pensions was for Wales only, inasmuch as there was no organised system of secondary education in England. ORGANISING SECRETARIES. The Chairman pointed out the necessity for appointing organising secretaries in connection with the secondary education system, and re- marked that, with all due reepect, it was necessary to adhere to the old traditions as to appointing only legal gentlemen. There was a greater need for the appointment of enthusiastic educa- tionalists. Mr T. E. Ellis, M.P., remarked that, up to the present, they in Wales had tried to organise schools for the larger towns in each county. That, he thought, was the best work that could be done in Wales now. In England, however, they had not only tried that, but also to bring technical and evening classes to the villages, with admirable results. As soon as the arrangements for estab- lishing schools in the larger towns in Wales was completed, he thought that they would also settle down to the work of establishing technical and evening classes in their villages (hear, hear.) In order to do Ithat effectually it was of paramount importance that they should have enthusiastic educationa.ists as organising secretaries. Mr J. R. Jacob (Newport) said that in Mon- mouthshire they had already appointed two organising secretaries—one for the agricultural and the other for what was more purely technical teaching. The matter ultimately dropped. THE CENTRAL EDUCATION BOARD. Next came the consideration of the report of the Central Education Board Committee, which had been printed and circulated. The Chairman stated that resolutions of approval of the proposals contained in the report bad been passed by the county councils of Carnar- von, Denbigh, Monmouth, Flint, Montgomery, Radnor, Merioneth, and Pembrokeshire. Gla- morganshire and Cardiff had sent in certain con- Bh0ninfuWilh their approval :—(1) That the offices ""ou"l be in C-rdiff- (laughter) (2) that the pro- to the wo k flr cont.r'kutions should be equivalent their behalf fuiDati?n and insPectiou do,ne hp iu nrntin'i- at their representation should and thit several *cl C°atribfon8 or population expenditure shouli relatlDg lo details of exception of tho om^' With the should, he thought?^Uft\0 tu° £ he offices,* hich formed, the difference be?l ?? "self when those condition* was small.11 the report and The committee was suhae u empowered to confer with Cardiff and Glan!?r-a "h;^powe"d to matters. gansblre upon these The Chairman thou read tho following le*tr-i- which, with the accompanying r^vWd drnfthwi been received from the Chancellor of the Exchequer --1\ .) -4. ¡ .J\' i'" Treasury Chambers, Whitehall, S.W., Jan.13,1892. Dear Mr Acland,—I enclose three copies of the diviffc regulations which we propose to make under the Welsh Intermediate Education Act, in order that you may cinsider them at, your meeting on the 22nd, You will see that we are prepared to entrust the examitiaJion and inspection of schools under the Act to a Welsh Educational Board, subject to review by the department which has the necessnry knowledge find experience; but that the constitution proposed for that body is different from that suggested in the report of the committee of your conference. The views of the conference with regard to the constitution of the proposed body will, of course, receive careful con- sideration. As it appears doubtful whether the county councils have power to contribute to the expenses of an enquiry into parochial charities, we shall be prepared to bring in a Bill or clause for the purpose of giving them such power.—Believe me, yours very truly, GEORGE J. GOSCHEN. REVISED DRAFT. Regulations made by the Lords Commissioners of her Majesty's Treasury under Section 9 of "The Welsh Intermediate Education Act, 1889." 1. The Treasury will pay, subject to the condi- tions hereinafter stated, in aid of each school aided by a county or counties, and subject to a scheme made under the Act, an annual grant equal in amount to the annual contribution in aid of such school payable out of the county rate. The grant for each school shall fall dueon such day as may be from time to time appointed by the Treasury. Note -In cases where a change is made in the date at which the grant falls due, or where there is other sufficient reason, the grant may be made for a period greater or less than a year; and in that case it shall be equal to the contribution payable out of the county rate for such period. 2. The grant will be paid to the persons to whom the County Council contribution is directed by scheme to be paid in pursuance of section 7, sub- section 2 of the Act. 3. The conditions required to be fulfilled by a school in order to obtain an annual grant under the Act are as follows (a) The school must be efficient as regards instruction. (b) The school premises must be healthy, and suitable for the purposes of an intermediate school. (c) The school premises must provide sufficient accommodation for the scholars attending the school. (d) The school must be supplied with suitable furniture and apparatus. (e) The school must be conducted in accordance with the scheme under which it is established. (f) The school must be open at all reasonable times to officers authorised by the Education Department, and any returns or information called for by that Department must be duly furnishe 4. The annual examination and inspection of the school will be conducted bv a Central Educational Board for Wales, constituted by agreement between the Treasury and the Joint Education Committees of Wales and Monmouthshire in the manner here- inafter stated. The results of such examination and inspection will bo reported to the Education Department, and the Education Department, after auch inspection or inquiry as they may think necessary, will report to the Treasury whether the above conditions are satisfied. 5. If the Education Department report to the Treasury that any of these conditions are not satisfied, the grant may be refused or, if the cir- cumstances are not such as to call for the whole grant, it may be reduced. 6. The Central Educational Board for Wales shall be constituted as follows 1 Member appointed by the County Councils of North Wales 1 1 Member appointed by the County Governing Bodies of North Wales 1 2 Members appointed by the County Councils of South Wales and Monmouthshire 2 2 Members appointed by the County Governing Bodies of South Wales and Monmouthshire 2 1 Member appointed by the Council of each University College in Wales 3 1 Member appointed by the Council of Jesus College, Oxford 1 1 Member appointed by the Head-masters and Head-inistresses of schools established by schemes under this Act 1 rm • 11 Itie appointment of these members shall be made in such manner as may be directed by the Charity Commissioners. 7. Any officer authorised in that behalf by the Education Department shall beat liberty to attend any meeting of the Central Education Board, and to take part in the proceedings, but shall not have a right to vote. Certain minor alterations having been made in the committee's recommendations, The Chairman said-It seems to me that the first resolution ought to b3 to express gratification at the willingness of the Treasury to act in harmony with the Central Education Board, with- out going into detail as to how it is to be con- stituted. This he accordingly moved. Mr Humphreys Owen seconded, and it was carried nem. con. INSPECTION BY THE CHARITY COMMISSIONERS. Mr Jacob (Newport) drew attention to the sug- gestion of the Treasury that the inspection of the secondary schools .should be conducted by the Education Department. He thought that the Charity Commissioners would be the best body to undertake the inspection. The Chairman agreed, inasmuch as the Educa- tion Department had not had any experience of the inspection of -secondary schools in England, whereas the Charity Commissioners had, and knew the difficulties of secondary education in Wales. He moved that a resolution, respectfully suggest- ing a modification of the proposal with regard to inspection, so as to substitute the Charity Com- missioners for the Education Department, should be passed. Mr J. R. Jacob, Newport, seconded. The Hon. W. Napier Bruce explained the posi- tion of the Charity Commissioners with referenca to the movement, and, after some remarks in sup- port of the resolution by Mr Humphreys-Owen, Mr J. Herbert Lewis, Mr Ivor James, Mr T. E. Ellis, M.P., and Dean Owen, the resolution was cairied with unanimity. THE QUESTION OF COST. Mr J. Herbert Lewis moved a resolution to the effect that, having regard to the assistance which the Central Educational Board would render to the Treasury in the matter of inspection, the con- ference should respectfully urge the Treasury to bear a portion of the cost. The Chairman suggested that the Treasury should bo asked to make a reasonable contribution towards the expenses. This was agreed to. CONSTITUTION OF THE BOARD. It having been pointed out in the course of dis- cussion that the Treasury proposals provided for a board of eleven members, as against the 69 recom- mended by the committee, Mr J. Herbert Lewis moved that they should adhere to their original proposal. Dean Owen seconded, and remarked that if the eleven wisest men in Wales were selected, the body would still lack the proper character to retain popular confidence. The resolution was carried nem. dis. Mr H. De Winton next moved that the executive committee consist of fifteen members, five to form a quorum. This was seconded by Mr Grove and agreed to. The Chairman proposed that the conference should instruct the committee to draw up draft proposals for a scheme to embody the proposals contained in the report and the resolutions arrived at. On the motion of Dean Owen, it was decided that the committee be empowered to confer with the county committees of Glamorgan and Cardiff with reference to the conditions imposed by them and also with other bodies who might offer objec- tion, if there were any from any other quarter THE WELSH UNIVERSITY. I The Chairman reported that at a meeting held on Thurnday evening of the Central Educational Board and the Welsh University Committee, it was decitied to recommend the election of the four fol- lowing gentlemen to represent the conference on the sub-committee of the Welsh University con- ference:—Mr T. E. Ellis, M. P., Mr J. E. Powell, Mr Ivor James, and Mr Doyle. The recommendation was adopted. RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION IN BOARDING-HOUSES. Mr R. A. Jones next called attention to the resolutions passed by the General Assembly of vVelsh C^vinistic Methodists and Congregationa- listp" Union and North Wales Wesleyan District Meeting, urging the conference to provide in their schemes that perfect religious equality shall be secured, not only in all intermediate schools, hut in all boarding-houses kept by the masters of the schools or supported out of public funds He moved TI)at this conference is of opinion! bat it is necessary to insert in the schemes under the Welsh Intermediate Education Act clauses to secure at least that no formularies or catechisms i distinctive of any religious denjmination shall be used, or tenets distinctive of any religious denomination taught in the family worship held, or during the general religious teaching (if any) given to children in boarding-houses or hostels which derive assistance from public property or public funds, or which are managed, wholly or in part, by paid school officials." Mr rd. Edwards (Cardiganshire) seconded. Principal Reichel moved the addition of the words-Of Provided that such foi-iii iila- or catechisms may be taught to pupils whose parents express in writing their desire for such instruction." Mr Ll. Edwards remarked that it might lead to Church parents demanding that Church instruc- tion should be given to Church children by Non- conformist masters. Principal Reichel said it was not compulsory- he meant may," not "shall." Mr De Winton moved the "previous question," remarking that there might be separate hostels for the various denominations. Dean Owen seconded the Of previous question," and wished Mr Jones had supported the principle of undenominationalism with a slightly more unde- nominational spirit. Mr T. Gee (Denbigh) moved that the word "general" (before" religious teaching") should be omitted. He said that the schemes of Mr De Winton and Principal Reichel were impracticable. Supposing a Roman Catholic entered a school, would they be prepared to give Roman Catholic instruction if the parent demanded it ? They would want an Independent, a Baptist, a Roman Catholic, a High Churchman, and he did not know what else, to do that. If they went in for that system of hostels they would forfeit the goodwill of the Principality. They were deter- mined, as a nation, to have perfect religious equality and undenominational teaching in the schools. Col. Walwyn was in favour of Bible reading only and moral instruction. ° Five voted for the previous question," which was declared lost. The Chairman was about to put the other amend- ments to the meeting, when Dean Owen protested against closing an impor- tant debate like that when so many were absent. The Chairman replied that there was no closure applied. He had put it to the Dean that he should not speak a second time on the same question, as some members of the conference bad to leave by train, but if the very rev. gentleman wished to spe ik again he could do so. Dean Owen, therefore, went on reply amid cries of Vote." A vote was then taken, when eight voted for Principal Reichel's rider and six for Mr Gee's amendment to omit the word "general." For the original motion there were eighteen, and against it three. The motion was, therefore, declared carried. ASHFORD SCHOOL. On the motion of Mr Humphreys Owen, seconded by Mr T. E. E'lis. M.P., it was resolved :—" To call attention to the evidene given before, snd the examinations made by the departmental com- mittee on the subject of the Ashford School, and to move that the Charity Commissioners be requested to inquire into the present condition and prospects of the charity, with a view to ascertain whether any alteration is desirable in its administration and application, and especially the transfer of the school itself to some site in the Principality. The proceedings then terminated.
JOINT COUNTIES LUNATIC ASYLUM.
JOINT COUNTIES LUNATIC ASYLUM. A quarterly meeting of the Committee of Visitors was held at the above institution on Thursday, 21st inst. In the absence of the chairman (Viscount Emlyn), Mr W. O. Brigstocke, Parkygorse, presided, and there were also present—Rev. T. Evans, Henllys- fawr, Llandovery, and Mr John Lewis, Meiros Hall, Llandyssul (Carmarthenshire) Mr Enoch Davies, Brynteifi, Llandyssul (Cardiganshire) the Rev. Lewis James, Brynbank, Narberth Dr..1. F. Stamper, Pembroke Dojk; Dr. G. Griffiths, Milford House, Hilford Haven and Dr. William Williams, Drim, Fishguard (Pem- brokeshire); also Dr. G. J. Hearder, medical superintendent, and Mr W. Morgan Griffiths, solicitor, clerk to the committee. DR. HOARDER'S ANNUAL REPORT. The committee having passed a vote of con- dolence with the Royal Family on the death of the Duke of Clarence, Dr. Hearder, the medical superintendent, presented his annual report as follows Joint Counties Asylum, Carmarthen, 21st January, 1892. My Lord and Genilemen-I have the honour to lay before you the twenty-seventh annual report of this asylum. On the 1st January, 1891, there were 543 patients under treatment— 265 males and 278 females, including 11 males and 21 females, private patients. There were admitted during the year *99 patients—51 males and *48 females, and of these 8 males and fi females were private patients. The discharges during the year were 43-19 males and 24 females, including 3 males and 7 females, private patients. The deaths were 47-21 males and 26 females, of whom 4 females were private patients. On the 31st December, 1891, there remained 552 patients under treatment, 276 of each sex, including 14 males and 19 females, private patients, and 1 female absent on probation. The average number resident during the year was 545- 266 males and 280 females. The numbers remaining show an increase of 9-the males having increased by 11 and the females diminished by 2. The daily average number resident, 545, shows an increase of 3 males and 14 females over the previous year, when the averages were 263 males and 266 females. The number of the admissions includes 6 males and 12 females re-admitted; but of these 1 male and 4 females were only technically discharged, on the lapse of their reception order or urgency order, and were immediately received again under new orders and certificates. Three cases, 1 male and 2 females, were transferred from other asylums. Of the admissions, only 22 cases were of the first- class as regards the duration of their insanity, while 43 were in the fourth or most unfavourable class—5 were cases of general paralysip, 8 were sub- ject to epilepsy, 9 were congenital idiots, and 14 had suffered from previous mental illness. Hereditary predisposition was found to exist in 31 cases, or 32 per cent of the whole admissions; iutemperate habits were reported in 18 per cent; and 20 per cent of all the cases had suicidal tendencies. Of the 40 discharges, 27 cases—10 males and 17 females—had recovered their mental health; 2 were transferred to other asylums; 2 males effected their escape; and 7 were handed over to the care of their relatives. The majority of the recoveries occurred during the first year of their insanity, but we have to record 1 case of dis- charge after six years, 1 after ten years, and 1 after 15 years of insanity. Calculated on the number of admissions, exclusive of transfers, the recovery rate has been 29 per cent; 20 per cent for the males and 39 for the females. Of the numbers remaining in the asylum, only 25 cases, 11 males and 14 females, are probably curable. The 47 deaths give a percentage of 8.6 on the average number daily resident, and 7.4 per cent on the total number under treatment. This is rather above the rate for the previous year, but still below the avelagoi in asylums generally. The average age at death was 53 years for the males and 57 years for the females. 36 per cent of the whola number had attained an age above three score years and ten. The causes of death call for ao special notice, excepting the case of typhoid fever. The patient, a girl aged 20, was admitted in December of the previous year, and died after a residence of one month, the fever having been con- tracted before her admission. While 9 of the deaths occurred within three months of admission, we had, at the other extreme, 3 deaths of patients who bad been resident for above twenty-three years. Two-thirds of the deaths occurred during the tirst half of the year, during the period when influenza was prevalent throughout the country, and the general death-rate for England and Wales' was the highest, with three exceptions, since civil registration began. Though several of the .attendants were affected, none of the patients suffered from influenza; but there can be little doubt the insanitary wave which passed over the country influenced unfavourably the general health of our community. There was one inquest held during the year, and we can record, with de 'p thankfulness, that there was no death from suicide or violence. Post-mortem examinations were made in 35 cases. Of the 955 lunatics chargeable to the in the counties in union on the 1st January, 1891, 511, or 54 per cent, were under asylum treatment, and 342, or 36 per cent, were boarded out or with friends. On the same date above 70 per cent of the total chargeable lunatics in England and Wales were receiving asylum treat- ment, and under 8 per cent were boarded out or with friends. We hare, therefore, in this asylum lti per cent under the average, and there are boarded out 28 per cent above the average for the whole of England and Wales. It cannot be expected that these divergencies will increase, it is very probable they will diminish, and thus it be- comes advisable to recognize and provide for our prospective needs. Last year it was reported to you that the wards for female patients were full, and that we had 25 available beds for males. This year we find the female wards still full, and our available beds for males diminished from 25 to 14. The structural changes in the asylum have included the enlargement of the engineer's house, the erection of rooms for photographic work, and for a pathological laboratory in connetion with the mortuary. Tbjs year we are preparing for the reconstruction of the tower on the male side of the house, tha walls of which at present are in a scarcely safe condition. The Commissioners in Lunacy, at their last visit, mentioned that the terms of service for the attendants had been improved recently in many asylums. I would express a hope that, when this question is con. sidered by your committee, the scheme adopted will include the erection of cottages for some of our married attendants, as such an addition to their emoluments would aid us greatly in securing satisfactory services. Experience in the working I of the new Lunacy Act does not lessen the very general dislike which many of its provisions have provoked, particularly the addition it has made to the clerical portion of our work. This portion has fallen especially heavily on the asylum clerk, Mr Reed, whose very responsible duties have been greatly and permanently increased. It is due, in large measure, to his care that we have, with so little friction, thus far surmounted the difficulties of the Act. It is my pleasing duty again to acknowledge the willing aid received from all the asylum officials, and to express my thanks for the kind support given me by the Visitors dnring the past year.—I have the honour to be, my Lord and Gentlemen, your very obedient servant, GEORGE J. HEARDER. Including 3 females recertified. The Rev. Lewis James commented upon the mortality in thef asylum during the first part of the year, and Dr Hearder replied that during the period referred to, influenza was very prevalent through- out the country, and the mortality was higher then than it had been, except on three occasions, since registration began. The report was adopted, and ordered to be printed. CHAPLAIN'S REPORT. < The annual report of the chaplain, the Rev. J. Marsden, M.A. (who was unable to be present owiny; to his suffering from influenza), was read by the clerk To the Committee of Visitors of the Joint Counties Asylum, Carmarthen. My Lord and Gentlemen,—I have the honour to submit the following report. I am glad to say that the duties of my office have been duly and carefully carried out during the year 1891. The Sunday services have been regularly held and always well attended. Very seldom indeed has anything occurred in church to interfere with the reverent conduct of Divine Service. Twenty-five patients have, in the course of the year, been partakers of the Holy Communion, which has been administered once in each month after morn- ing prayer. The patients in the wards of the central house, as well as those at Job's Well house and Rhydygors, have been constantly visited and careful attention has been given to all who appeared to be in need of advice, comfort, or instruction. In addition to the regular services, there was ,L harvest thanksgiving service given, which proved a great success, and was highly thought of by many of the patients. On this ocoasion an able and appropriate duoglot sermon was preached by the Rev. T. n. Walters, M.A., vicar of St, David's.—I have the honour to be, my Lord and Gentlemen, your obedient servant, J. MARSDEN, chaplain, Llanllwch Vicarage, January 20tb, 1892. The Rev. Lewis James—I do not observe that the chaplain stated, as he usually does, the number of the attendance at the chapel.— Dr Enoch Davies: He gives the number of commu- nicants-Tbe Chairman And states that the ser- vices are well attendej.—The Rev. Lewis James It was said in last year's report that they were about 300.—Dr Hearder: There has been no change in the attendauce.-Dr. Griffiths I suppose they all attend Church.—Dr. Hearder: Three-fifths of them (lo.-Dr. Griffiths: Are they compelled to go? —Dr. Hearder Those who object don 't go.-Dr. Griffiths That is what I wanted to know.—TheChair- man: As I understand it, a resolution has been carried that Nonconformist ministers should hold services. —The Clerk Not to hold services, but to ad- minister to the wants of those belonging to their respective denominations.—Dr. Griffiths: Then they are not to hold services in the chapel ?-The Clerk No.—The Rev. Lewis James It has not been done here yet. I don't see why a Noncon- formist minister could not conduct a harvest thanksgiving serv;ce as well as Mr Walters. I suppose there is some legal difficulty about the matter.—Dr. Griffiths There is no legal difficulty. —The Clerk I am not aware of any.—The Chair- man said he saw no legal difficulty in their way.- Dr. William Williams remarked that at Denbigh they held Nonconformist services.—The Clerk: There has been no application here as yet.—Dr. Griffiths remarked that there were a good many in the asylum who were not accustomed to go to Church it was rather bard that they should not be able to attend services they had been accus- tomed to.-The Chairman There is no compulsion. —In reply to the Rev. T. Evans, it was stated that the chapel was not consecrated, it was licensed by the Bishop.—Dr. Griffiths then gave notice that at the next meeting he would move" that permission be given to Nonconformist ministers to hold ser- vices in the chapel." AUDITOR'S REPORT. The report of the auditor (Mr John Thomas, Narberth), was read. It stated that the average weekly cost of each patient was 7s 9 £ d. The in- come for the quarter amounted Y.2,843 18s 21d, leaving a balance in favour of the asylum of JE151 Os hd. APPOINTMENT OF TREASURER. As briefly announced last week, the committee dealt with the question of appointing a treasurer to the post rendered vacant by the death of Mr J. Evans, Brecon. The Clerk read three applications for the office, namely, those from Mr H F Pritchard, manager of the National and Provincial Bank, Carmarthen Mr R A Brockie, manager of the London and Provincial Bank, Carmarthen and Mr Albert Harries, manager of Lloyd's Bank, Carmarthen. Letters setting forth the terms which the appli- cants were prepared to concede were also read. Mr Pritchard wrote "I shall be prepared to allow 2 per cent on any balance in my bands." Mr Albert Harries stated that on an aggregate balance in hand over £ 200 he would be prepared to pay interest at the rate of 2 £ per cent." Mr R A Brockie observed, My directors are agreeable to keep the accounts free of commission provided a credit balance of JE500 be maintained, and will allow interest at 2 £ per cent per annum on the outlay beyond .£500, or 2 per cent on minimum monthly balance beyond X500. Mr Lewis, Meiros Hall, moved that Mr H F Pritchard, manager of the National and Provincial Bank, be appointed treasurer on the terms men- tioned in his letter, and on his giving security for 43,000. The Rev Lewis James seconded. Dr. Griffiths-It was my intention to propose another bank to be our treasurer, but after hearing the terms of the National and Provincial Bank, I would not be justified, as a representative of the ratepayers, in proposing another bank whose terms were higher than that of the National and Provincial. The motion was then unanimously carried. ATTENDANCE OF MEMBERS. On the motion of Mr Lewis, Meiros Hall, it was resolved that the clerk write to the clerk of the different County Councils, giving a list containing I the attendance of the members. The other business was not of public interest, and the committee shortly afterwards rose.
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NEW QUAY AND THE CARDIGAN…
NEW QUAY AND THE CARDIGAN COUNTY COUNCIL. To the Editor of THE JOURXAL. DEAR SIR,-N,ow that the three years' lease of the Cardigan County Council is fast drawing to a close, it is but natural to attempt a review of its policy and actions in the past. As a native of New Quay, I shall make that place my standpoint and endeavour to point out the benefits (?) showered on it by the above-named august body, as without doubt most places in the shire have had the same measure meted out to them. Few at New Quay have forgotten that they strove to get an Inter- mediate school for the town, and that in spite of its many claims, they strove in vain. They have the County Council to thank for this. Again, we are told that the road connecting us with Llandyssil was to be a main road. Well, if making a road a main road or county one consists in letting it fall into a more pitiable plight than before, they have redeemed their pledge. Is it not a trifle unjust that Central Cardiganshire has to bear this, while bridges are springing up in profusion around Aberystwyth ? Their grant to the Local Board also is small and far below what it ought to be. I shall not bore you with any more instances, but shall be thankful if anyone can point out any advantages that may have occurred to us. Are the inhabitants of New Quay going to put up with any more of this treatment ? I shall be much surprised if they answer, Yes. We sent two Liberals to represent us in the present Council and bad a right to expect better things. One at least of our representatives occasionally attempted to stand up on our behalf, but he was soon talked down by the dominant set. Most of the electors have realised the false step they made in 1889 and will do their best to atone for it by sending a man who will fight for our rights and not look meekly on, while one party takes the lion's share of the prey. This district has little cause for gratitude to the out- going Council and I shall be mistaken, if, when the election comes upon us, the voters don't remember and resent this bad treatment and unfairness and show their disgust at the cliqueiam and incapacity which has made the Cardigan County Council the laughing-stock of country. Yours, FAIRPLAY.
T ? « r ; po I •LLANDYSSIL.
T ? « r po I LLANDYSSIL. To the Editor of THE JOURNAL. SIR,-IVO observed with great pleasure Mr Tom Ellid's stay at the King's He,d Hotel, some few days ago, being prevented from p-oceedino- to join his colleague, Mr Bowen Rowlands, M P Also Mr David Randel, M.P. The former has kindly promised to give us a political address in the Assembly Rooms of the above place in a short time. His intended visit to Llandyssul is looked forward to with great joy by the Liberal party. The working men can anticipate a prosperous future, and well may they so, for victory is their?. We are fully determined to be no longer represented by long winded persons, who in the last County Council election feigned profession of a faith which, however, turned out to be foreign to their nature. During the time they have been in power, instead of supporting principles which they so solemnly avowed to do", they deviated widely, snd, much to their shame' no notice has been taken of the working man. Fellow-comrades, prepare for the County Council election which is close at hand. Let us pelect as our members, persons capable of representing our interests and not their own. Where are the miracles that were to be worked ? Where are the free rivers? Regardless of the spiteful and shameful nick-names—we stand firm to our guns, and the report of the County Council election will be simply one discharge of our Ion:? ranged guns. Yours, GUNNER.
OTTER HOUNDS.
OTTER HOUNDS. To the Editor of THE JOURNAL. DEAR SIR,—It^ is years since a pack of otter- hounds has visited Llandyssil. Consequently, otters have become so numerous that salmon are now common ornaments for the river banks. About a dozen hive within the last month been found lying dead by the river side with only the otter's grip eaten away. Again these have all been found within five hundred yards of the Porth Hotel I do not know how many others have been killed down further. To-day I happened to stroll aJong the Teify-banks when I saw near Dolgrogoes a large salmon weighing about 181bs, which had evidently been brought out by an otter About an ounce of flsh had been eaten. A fortnight ago, I myself saw another in the sain condition of about thirty-five pounds-a. monster. This was the weight, according to my calculation of a Jresh fish of the same length As a fisherman, I would dearly like to see°the otters hunted, as they must be very numerous. An old fisherman one night last summer when lwadin» by moonlight saw a pair with their cubs, swimming about at the far end of one of the pools near the village. This is but one of many instances I know of. Yours, etc., LLANDYSSULIAN.
STATESMAN AND POLITICIAN.
STATESMAN AND POLITICIAN. To the Editor of THE JOURNAL. SIR, There is a great difference between politics and statesmanship. The great need of the present day is, that people would recognise that difference; and having recognised it, would close their ears to the babbling noise of empty-headed politicians, and devote their attention to tho sound advice of the statesman. That is the need of the present day. But. you will ask wh it is the difference between the politician and the statesman? Well, one difference between them is this, and it is sufficient 10 get hold of one truth at a time—any politician can pull down, but it is the statesman alone who can build up. Let the working classes of the land recognise this simple truth and England is safe. A sound maxim for voters is Listen only to those who have proved themselves to be builders up and not plilleradown." Any fool canpull down. Give yuur undivided attention to statesmen not politicians. The adoption of thissimplu advice from the pea ot a simple man by all the voters in this country would mean the salvation of the United Kingdom from impending ruin. ° Yours, TRUE BRITON.
THE PUBLICANS AND THE COMING…
THE PUBLICANS AND THE COMING ELECTION. To the Editor of THE JOURNAL. SIR,-I shall feel obliged if YOI will grant me a little corner in your valuable space to call the attention of those, who like myself, are connected with the beer traffic in Cariii,,irt heu. It is a well known fact that Major Jones and most of his supporters would close every public house we have the I;ty, aa 1 tll Lt wit-uoat giving us a penny compensation. Mr Morris, it seems, is prepared to consider the question of compensation when it comes on. But we know what that means. But Sir John Jones Jenkins, who I am glad to hear has decided to contest the boroughs, is against the direct veto, and in favour of a just compensation when the license is taken from us. Now my question is: What are we going to do? Which of the three ought we to support ? Men who would close our houses and ruin us; or men who will see that justice and fair play is done us ? Why were all the publicans of the town left out of the Radical committee, and why were three chosen who are connectea with the brewery ? Do these three gentlemen-Mecsrs Norton, Thomas, and Lloyd, expe=t u* to give them orders and sell their beer, and bear the brunt of teetotalers, whilst tbej themselves support our enemies and the enemies of the trade. Let me tell them that their conduct has surprised U8 all and their movements a^e closely watched and if they don't join th* committee of Sir John Jones Jenkins, they must not cou c to us for any more orders; we will g-d our supply now somewhere else. It is too bad that these three gentlemen, who live like ourselvee by the trade, should work hand in gl ,Ve with the teetotalers, when they see that not a single customer of theirs is ^n the committee. My | suggestion is this: Le' Mr Norton at once call up together to the sale room of the Ivy Bush, or one of the rooms of the Assembly room3 to confer and decide ou the action we shall like. A Co.NSlSTEKi iWiCAN,
RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION IN THE…
RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION IN THE DIOCESE OF ST. DAVID'S. To the Editor of THE JOURNAL. SIR, Several inaccuracies of printing have occurred in my letter of the 5th contained in your issue cf the 15th iust. While the other inaccuracies are self-evident, I would ask you to be so good as to allow me to correct three sentences. They should read thus (1) These figures show that the Diocesan Inspeetion is not characterised-as some of your correspondents would have your readers believe—by stringency and severity (2) By virtue of their training, their office, their theological study and preparation for the duty of preaching, and their constant intercourse with all classes and ages in their parishes, tht-y are specialists in the art of Jieligious Teaching, which the schoolmaster is not. But your correspondent Disgusted "is evidently of the opinion that all th: theological virtues are confined to members of his own profession, who," he writes, are doing more to spread the Gospel and enlighten the world than even all the members of Rector's calling." I am, sir, Your obedient servant, C. H. DAVIES, St. David's Diocesan Inspector of Schools. [We have received four replies to Mr Davies' letter. As the teachers evince a desire to bring in their grievance before the Board of Education, we deem it unnecessary to publish them. We shall be only too pleased to put the teachers that interest themselves in the matter in communication with each other as desired.—Ed.
TECHNICAL EDUCATION.
TECHNICAL EDUCATION. To the Editor of THE JOURNAL. DEAR SIR,-I have received a notice from the Board of Guardians of the Newcastle Emlyn Union to collect an amount of JE11 10s towards 'Technical Education.' Being an overseer of the Parish of Cenarth, and the only one now acting (as my colleague has left the district) in the performance of my duties in the interest of the ratepayers, 'Technical Education' and the collecting an item of money for that purpose sounds to me very queer, knowing well that a Technical School has not a& yet been established within this Union, and not even in the county. I called upon the Clerk of the Board of Guardians and asked him how this order came about, and the answer was, I do Dot know, it seems queer. I received the order from the Coanty Council." Under these circumstances I want to know—what or where is the order or authority of the County Council tu send these calls about different parishes. I know well that it iff under the Local Government Act, but that Act iø not perfected. As an overseer of this poor parralt, where I know there are scores obliged to pay poet- rates aud county rates, when they hare to live very often on scanty meals, this is very hard. The Chairman of the County Council knows the locality well, but where is the representative of this parish on the Council. In the interest of the ratepayers I shall not collector cause to becollected a penny of this rate, until I see thai i he I Local Government Act is perfected, and districts formed as it was first contemplated. It is quite unreasonable, that this poor parish, should be forced to pay towards the rich parts of the county -Llanell 'v, Liandovery, Llandilo and Carmarthen, where all the privileges of commerce are bestowed upon them, and farm and land produce are fully ten to fifteen per cent, higher than in our districts. Furthermore, when there is a new bridge wanted in the county it is over the Towy, or one of its tributaries. A new lock-up wanted, it is built at Crossin, Llandebie, Llandovery or Cw mam man. When we at this end are obliged to pay county rate on the same basis as they do. I should say that there is another Biard wanted again-a Board of Arbitration to discuss matters connected with other Boards, and that every farmer should join it, and it should be appointed in every parish. The real cause of this increase in the rates might then be looked into. We try all possible means to lessen the rates, but higher and higher they go, and sooner the better a Board of Arbitration be fi".ed. You will be surprised when I state this fact that there are in Newcastle Emlyn Union from 45 to 50 officers taking away from the purse of the ratepayers before a penny is given to t IC deserving poor-but I shall treat upon this question some other time. Yours faithfnlly, ,Ir OVERSEER OF ThE PARISH OF CENARTH.
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