The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

DEATH OF MR. W. IhOrlGAN GRIFFITHS CARMARTHEN Profound regret is expressed throughout South Wales generally and West Wale1- in particular, at the death of Mr. W. Morgan Griffiths, solicitor. which took place at his residence. Lime Grove, Car- marthen, at mid-day on Tuesday last. The de- ceased gentleman, who was a native of Narberth. had worked up a large, lucrative practice, which now goes under the style of Messrs. jiorgan Gri- ffiths. Son and Prosser, solicitors. Carmarthen, and he was one of the best known solicitors in the Principality. -Some yeal" *go .gi(, had a very serious attack of double pneumonia, which left a heart, affection, and to this trouble his death is attributable. After recovery from that severe ill- ness. the deceased gentleman appeared to regain his usual strength, and continued to direct the affairs of his firm with th.j skiil and success that had charac- terised his rise to a position oi eminence among the lawyers of West, Wales. About twelve months ago. however, he was compelled through failing health to take a long rest, hut. in November last year he recuperated at Langland Bay. Here lie made satisfactory progress, and until very recently so marked were signs of a complete convalescence that, it was hoped that ere long he would be able to resume his professional duties. The best of medi- cal advice had been obtained, and at a time when he appeared to be reinvigorated he had an entire collapse through heart troubles and complications, resulting in his death at the age of 63 years. In Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire, where the late Mr. Morgan Griffiths was more widely and in- timately known, his untimely death will be deeply -No profesional gentleman commanded grealer respect among all classes than he did, whilst as a sound and able lawyer his reputation was second to none in South Wales. He combined with a brilliant legal instinct, a never-faiimg amiability and courtesy which secured for him, not only a large clientele, but a great number of personal and life-long friends. He was ever ready to help for- ward any desenÿng cause, irrespective of politics, or creed," and whenever he could do a good turn, it seemed a real pleasure to him to have the opportu- nity. He was generous almost to a fault, it being well known that no appeal to him was made in vain. The" poor of Carmarthen, especially the fishermen, have lost a friend indeed. Charitable institutions and hospitals were the richer for his contributions, whilst anything lie could do to promote religion and temperance he glady did. He was one of the largest local "supporters of the Salvation Army, and when General Booth visited Carmarthen a couple of years ago he was a guest of Mr. Morgan Griffiths at Lime Grove. The deceased gentleman was a staunch Churchman, and filled the office of warden at tit. 'Peter's Church, jointly with the laro Mr. J. Lewis Philipps, of Bolahaul, when the present Bishop of Sr. Asaph was vicar of the parish, and on Dr. Ed- wards' translation to the See he acted as treasurer to his testimonial fund. He was a trusteo of both Rudd's and C. W. Jones' Charities, a vice-president of the Carmarthenshire Infirmary, and a member of the Carmarthen Burial Board. The late Mr. Morgan Griffiths was born near Narberth in July, 1846, and as a youth showed uch high qualities as a debater, that, acting on the ad- vice given him, he determined to make the law his profession, and with that object in view entered the office of his late uncle, Mr. Thomas Lewis, soli- citor, Narberth, as articled clerk. He showed much aptitude for his work, and before he attained his majority passed the tinal examination of the Law Society, being admitted a solicitor in the Micliael- mas term of 1868. Having gained a few years' ex- perience in his uncle's office, he opened practice on his own account in Spilman-street, Carmarthen, in the house now occupied by Mr. J. Thomas, Albion House, King-street, but in 1876 relinquished the practice, on entering into partnership with the late Mr. Francis Green, solicitor, St. Marv-street, under the style- of Green and Griffiths. When Mr. Fran- cis Green retired from the practice, Mr. Francis Green, junior, joined, the firm being knwn then as j I j I Griffiths and Green. In the same year the two Messrs. Greens emigrated, and Mr. Morgan Gri- ffiths took over the practice, and conducted it with conspicuous success until 1901, when he tool* into partnership his son (Mr. Hubert Morgan Griffiths, M.A.), and his fully-qualified managing cjerk (Mr. W. W. T. Prosser). The deceased gentleman built up a very extensive practice in West Waies, and he numbered among his clients most of the large landed proprietors in the three joint counties. To- wards the end of the seventies he was appointed clerk to the Llanboidy justices, and on the death of the late Mr. George Spurrell in 1882, succeeded him as clerk to the justices of the Carmarthen County retty Sessional Division and the St. Clears Petty Sessional Division, his son being appointed joint clerk to the three courts some years ago. He was appointed clerk of the Towy Fishery Board in succession to the late Mr. Francis Green in 1878, and only resigned the office last -October, when Mr. Hubert Morgan Griffiths was elected in his place. In the spring of the following year tho deceased gentleman was given the position of clerk to the Committee of Visitors tp tale Joint Counties Asylum, succeeding the late Mr. T. H. Hughes, solicitor, and in 1885 he secured the lucrative post of Registrar of the Probate Court on the death of the late Mr. J. Jenkin Jones, who was thrice mayor of Carmarthen. It is a sad coincidence that the news of The acceptance of his resignation of this office should have only been announced the day be- fore his death. He was for many years Registrar of Narberth County Court. The deceased gentleman had served in the high position of Under-Sheriff for Carmarthenshire, Pem- brokeshire, and Cardiganshire on many occasion, and once had the unique distinction of holding office in two counties in the same year. He often used to relate to his friends how, when the judge at Lam- peter asked him who was the Under-Sheriff for Car- marthenshire, the look of utter astonishment that spread over the judicial face when he received the reply,. "You are speaking to him now, my lord." The late Mr. W. Morgan Griffiths was a gitted and eloquent advocate, his great forensic skill bringing him into great prominence in tho various courts, and lie appeared in most of the causes celebre which were heard during his professional career. He was also agent for many large estates, and it can be truly said that his just yet sympathetic administra- tion won the entire confidence of the owners, and the lasting respect of the tenants. He was a per- sonal friend of Earl Halsbury, and frequently came into close contact with him when he practised on the South Wales Circuit as Sir Hardinge Giffard, K.C., Held in the highest esteem wherever known, he will be greatly missed by a wide section 01 the community. In 1874 he married Miss Gibbs. only daughter of the late Mr. William Gibbs, of Tenby, and a sister of Alderman Gibbs, J.P., Port Clew, Lampbey. Pembrokeshire, who survives him, and had issue three'sons, viz., Messrs. Hubert. Gerald and Vernon, and one daughter, Mrs. Maybery, wife of Mr. Mayberv, electrical engineer. The deepest sym- pathy will be extended to the family in their breavement. The funeral takes place this (Friday) afternoon at the Cemetery, Carmarthen, and will be strictly private.

CARMARTHEN COUNTY COURT DISPUTE AS TO TENANCY RENT. The monthly county court was held at the Shire Hall oil Thursday in last week before His Honour Judge Bishop. Mrs. Davies, wife of Mr. Evan Cooper Davies. bank accountant, Stoke-on -Trent, sued David Rees Morgan, grocer, 107, Lammas-street, Carmarthen, for recovery of Ell 10s. as half-year's rent of shop, house and stores in Blue-street. Mr. J. Lee Davies, solicitor, Bargee d(, anpeifred for plaintiff, while Mr. Price Williams, solicitor, Carmarthen, was for defendant. Defendant said that the shop, house and stores were held for a 21 years' lease from Mr. J. B. Harries, 6, Picton-place, who was the mortgagor of the premises, which had been acquired by mortgage by the plaintiff. The total rent w as JE44 per annum, payable half-yearly. Defendant and the lessor had had some dispute as to repairs, which defendant I refused to carry out, and as a result, some time in March last, by the consent of both defendant and the lessor, the defendant agreed to surrender his lease. An agreement to that effect was written on the lease' by defendant and signed by both the parties. Witness thought that Mr. Harries had taken tho lease away with him. as it was not in witness's possession, but Mr. Harries denied having it. The lease was terminated on the 25th March. 1909, but fefore that time witness found he could not get another shop in time, and so he asked for not get another shop in time, and so he asked Mr. Harries to be allowed to say on until the 28th September. This Mr. Harries agreed to on condi- tion that defendant payed a year's rent in advance. which was done. Mr. Harries, the lessor, bore out what defendant had said, but lie asked for a year's rent in advance by the advice of his solicitor, Mr. H. W. Thomas. Cross-examined by Mr. Davie.—He had not told defendant that he had a notice from the mortgagee- calling up the mortgage, and that. Mrs. Davies was going to be a new landlady. Asked by Mr. Davies whether ho had asked defendant to advance him the rent, as a favour, witness said he would not have been able to pay Mrs. Davies the arrears unless he had got iiio money. He admitted that lie wanted the money himself. Mr. J. Lee Da vies submitted that. the payment of I rent in before the rent due was in the nature of a loan and was not payment in fact of the rent, and the defendant was liable to pay the rent over again. lie submitted that if that sort of thing was to be allowed it would open the door to no end of fraud, and landlords would be robbed of their rents right and left. His Honour said that there was no suggestion of flaud in that. case. Mr. Davies asked to see the lease and submitted that there was no consideration proved. He quoted authority in support of his argument. His Honour admitted Mr. navies' quotations, but held that in that case the facts were quite different quotations in question did not apply. His Honour quite agreed with Mr. Davies that difficul- ties might arise in future if tenants were allowed to pay anyone they liked. He thought it was un- fortunate that the lease had been lost, but thought there was no doubt that it had been put an end to by mutual consent. He found for defendant witn costs. Mr. Davies asked for leave to appeal as it was a novel point of law. The Judge refused leave to appeal on a. point of Jaw. but, grunted leave on a question of fact. Tills was the only case of interest.

CARMARlHisflSHlKii; MAIN ROADS LABOURERS AND THE TRADESMEN. A monthly meeting of the Main Roads and ] Bridges Committee of the Carmarthenshire County Council was held on Wednesday last at the County Offices, Carmarthen, under tho presidency of the chairman (Mr. W. Grifliths. Llanelly). There were also present Mr. Mervyti Peel, Danyrallt; the Rev. Professor D. E. Jones, Carmarthen: \1r. John John-. Parceithvn: Mr. Tom Jones. Llaneily; Mr. L. N. Powell, (ai-iege-etitiet- Mi-. John Lloyd*. Peny- bank; Mr. T. Thomas, Llangenech Mr. C. E. Mor- ri. l'enrhos, Carmarthen; M.r B. John, Llandissilio; Mr. R. E. Williams, Ciiycwm; Mr. J. Phillips, St. Clears: Mr. J. Williams. Llahginnirig: Mr. H. E. B. Richards. Carmarthen; Mr. David Davies, Llandc- bie: Mr. T. Barrett, Glynwalis; Mr. J. Mabon Davies. Glansawdde; Mr. D. Morris, Garnant; Mr. J. Greville, Llanon; Mr. J. Lewis. Carmarthen: Mr. J. Williams, Llanybyther: Mr. S. H. Anthony, Penlan. Kidwelly together with the clerk (Mr. J. W. Nicholas), the county treasurer (Mr. Reel Price). and the county surveyors (Messrs. R. Williams Jones and E. Lionel Jenkins). "TRCST TO-DAY PAY TO MORROW." The roadmen in the Eastern Division of the county sent a petition praying the Council to pay their wages fortnightiy instead of monthly, in which they stated; "The present mode of payment throws us into a very inconveneint state, as we cannot get our provisions at the market price. It is an awkward system, "trust to-day and pav to- morrow," but it has been very good to us inanv a time, yet it is not a system of business. If we were paid fortnightly we could avoid the book- keeping system by having cash to pay for the goods. We hope you will grant to your hard-working labourers this very much-needed reform in the pay- ment of wages" (hear, hear). Mr. Mervyn Peel—I think it is only reasonable and move the application be granted. Mr. J. Phillips seconded. Mr. John Johns—We pay everybody by cheque now, and this will double the work and involve a fortnightly meeting of this committee to pass the accounts. The County Treasurer said that- hundreds of cheques were made out. On the motion of Mr. J. Lloyd the petition was referred to the Finance Committee. BANKYFELIN MILL-LEET. Mr. T. Walters, coroner for West Carmarthen- shire, wrote enclosing the rider passed by the jury at the inquest on John Pearre, Laugharne. who was drowned in the mill-leet. at Bankyfelin. They were of opinion that the leet, which was by the road. was dangerous, and should be railed or fenced off at once. Mr. J. Phillips said that it was a dangerous spot, and iiad been before them on a previous occasion, when they decided that the duty of fencing rested on the landlord. He moved that, a TIJalJ committee be appointed to meet the landlord and settle the matter once for all. Unless something was done they would have one or two motor-cars running into it at night. A piece of wall near the house had also fallen down. Mr. J. Williams, in seconding, said that ques- tion was before the committee six years ago, and he did not think if had anything to do with the landlord. Mr. John Johns said that there were two land- lords he believed—Mr. J. Lloyd Morgan, K.C., M.P., and Mr. J. Lloyd Thomas, Gilfach. The motion was carried WARNING TO TRADESMEN. The Clerk stated that the Local Government Board had declined to sanction the payment of the bill of Mr. J. W. Howell for JB1 13s. 2d., which had been sent, in too late for payment in the ordinary way. The matter would now have to go before the audi- tor, and if any members of the committee signed the cheque they might be surcharged. It was not due to any fault of the committee that the account was not presented in time by the tradesmen, as they were requested to send their bills directly they be- came due. Some tradesmen left them until the sta- tutory period had expired. This bill had been be- fore the Finance Committee and recommended for payment, and that recommendation was confirmed bv the committee. Professor Jones suggested that they should not pay until they were sued in a court of law. Mr. Mervyn Peel—Why not writ-e and say the Board wont sanction the payment? We have done all we can 1.10, Mr. John Jolins-Lc,t us go to prison together for once (laughter). The Clerk having intimated that there were four or five bills to go before the auditor, it was agreed that tho bill in question should be added to the number. Routine business was then transacted. .¡-<IoOf

LLANDOVERY GOSSIP [By '• DYFFRI."] In the report of the eisteddfod, in connection with the Salem Band of Hope, we inadvertently left out the names of Miss Nellie Price, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wyndham Price, of Brecon Villa, as the winner of the pianoforte solo under 16. Mr. J. Harries-Thomas, the adjudicator, said that Miss Price really deserved the prize. Miss Katie Stephens, of 14. Castle-street, was the winner of the solo for children under 10. The annual meetings, in connection with the Free Churches in the Borough, were It( -id at the Taber- nacle Methodi-sr Chapel on Thursday last. The first meeting, which was of a private character, was held at 2.30, when delegates from the various places of worship were present. At 6 p.m., an excellent sermon was delivered by the Rev. D. G. Williams, t. ( lears; whilst Dr. T. E. TlioyiiiAs, the pastor of Tabernacle, took part in the service. NI r. AV' Ili(, Roberts (of the firm of Messrs. D.. W. and T. Roberts, ihe Emlyri Boot Stores), on Fridav evening, sailed for South Africa, from Southampton. Mr. Roberts has been out for eight years before Mr. J. Jenkins, of ('urrlers' ftall. has been indis- po^d for some while, but we are glad to note that he is progressing towards recovery. The Llandovery College played Christ College, Brecon, on Saturday, and although Llandovi-rv were defeated, they won.' the better team throughout.

LLANDILO LOCAI. POULTRY INNEHS.—At the third annual show of the Neath and Fanciers' Association, held at the Neath General Market on Thursday m last week, Mr. W m. Dane: Liandilo, captured first prize in the class for Leghorn hen or puilets. while Jack Edwards obtained a first prize in the any other variety class. THE SUFFRAGETTES.—Miss Matters, the well-known suffragist, addressed a meeting at Llandilo on Fri- day evening, and delivered an able address on "Wo- men's Suffrage" to a fairiy good audience. The charge levied for admission for men produced a verv meagre attendance of the male element. WORKMEN'S -A large number of work- men attended at the Railway Hotel on Saturday night, for the purpose of considering what could be done to obtain an early workmen's train from Llan- dilo to Ammanford and district. Mr. G. Roderick presided, and among those who spoke were Council- lors Claud U, Davies. E. A. Roberts, and Mr. T. C. Thomas. The meeting discussed at length the necessity for such a train, and it was observed that unless the concession was granted there was a great danger of the artisans of. the town being com- pelled to go to reside to Ammanford and district. A numerously signed petition was got up. and it was agreed to ask the Urban District Council to support the movement. A special meeting of the r rban District Council was held on Tuesday night, when it was decided to support the men in their application, and to ask for an interview with Mr. John Rees, divisional superintendent. G.W.R., at Swansea. It was stated that it was proposed to ask lor special monthly or weekly tickets and the time of the departure of the train in the morning was suggested as 6 to 6.30 a.m. It is understood that there is a reasonable possibility of the application being granted. MAIN ROADS COMMITTEE.—"Twenty-eight constant lalxmrer* on the ( arniarthenshire Main Roads write to a.-k us to publish prompt and regualr reports of the proceedings of the Main Roads Committee I (Eastern Division)) and in reply we have to say that report-; of these meetings are published regularly and on the same week in which they are held. They a rt,.a! given as fully as our eloace will permit." TEMPERAXCK ClETY.-Oll Saturdav evening last, the weekly temperance meeting was lield. when the President of the. Society occupied the chair. Ad- dresses were delivered by Mr. Fox and the Rev. D. B. Jone.s (Memorial Hall), who had arranged an excellent miscellaneous programme. Miss Gwladvs Davies (Paris House) and Miss Bronwen Williams sang in splendid style. Pianoforte solos were given by Miss Dorothy J ones and Miss Ethel Williams (Cafe), Mr. J. Morgans gave a fine recitation, entitled "Tlie Enchanted Shirt." and Mr. E. Picton recited People will talk. Miss Gwennie Morgan sang 'Look not upon the Wine," and Miss S. Davies gave a recitation. A very taking item in the programme was the dialogue "Other People." in which the Misses Dinah Davies, Agnes Fox. Phoebe Jones, and Myfanwy Morris took narr.

MONTH i.v MARKET.—The monthly market, held on Wednesday last, was not larsre, and the few cows and calves on offer, for which there was a good demand, went at prices ranging from JE15 to £ 1S. Fat catrlf, which were scarce, realised about £16 a head. There was only a small number of sheep, which were not in request. Messrs. Llovd and Thomas, auctioneers, sold cattle at from jEll 10s. to £ 17.

NEWCASTLE-EMLYN PETTY SESSIONS. — These were held on Fridav last, when there were present: Rev. W. Powell and Mr. Henry Davies.—^W iliiam Harris, of Ca&tle-street, ap- plied for a temporary transfer of the licence of the iving s Head. Supt. Jones objected on the ground that seven days notice had not been given to the pol.ee. In case of urgency a licence can be granted without seven days" notice, but he did not consider this one a case of urgency.—The application was re- fused. and applicant was advised to renew his ap- plication at the next session. P.S.A —Mr. Beynon, a student, gave the address on Sunday, and a song was sung bv Miss Emilv Hushes. PERSON-AL.—The man, friends of Mr. C. H. L. Fitzwilhams are pleased to see him well again after his recent illness. POSTAL.—An additional deliver- of letters at 12 0 clock proves a great boon to tradesmen and others. Mr. Tom, Rees, the town postman, has been advanced to the established DEA™.— R is^vith regret, we chronicle the death of Miss Mary Evans, formerly of Cwmcov. De- ceased had been ailing for some time, and died on Sunday at Waunmarlog, where sb, had been staving- with her cousin. Mrs. Jenkins. A former Chief v on stable oj Cardiganshire was her brother. The funeral took place on Thursday, the interment being at the Cemetery. & W EDDING.—On Saturday af Carmarthen the wedding took place of Mr. John Parrv Jones for- merly of Sarnau, and Miss Hannah Lizzie Mar- ietta Evans, daughter of Mr. and Mrs Evans butchers, Cwmduad and Newcastle-Emiyn.

i:.1.t. T ^"EDDIXG-A wedding was solemnized at PenieT Independent Cnapei on Tuesday iast between Mr? iJa-vid J. Evans, second son of Mr. and Mrs J F:VAILSF. ^anol, and Miss M. Thomas, fourth dau-hl PanttU Th^"h H1"' J' Thornas> Meinigwynion. ,rantte0. Ihe bride, wno was pretnlv dressed in coloured costume, with hai to matcn was gnen away by her lather. The Rev. H. T Jacob officiated. After the ceremony, breakfast was par- n °!i V f Kln- George Hotel, and lare- m the day the happy pair icft tor Cardiff, where 1 Jb°neym°on w.ii be spent, Ail their neighbour- TKh tiiem l0ng Hft' and happinck rlNERAL. Ihe interment ot Mr. George A Davtes Cwmpark. Pemel. took place last FriSv at Penrel Independent Chapel. The Rev. H. T Jacob atAu house and chapel, and the Rev D gravSe fcf, gnue=idi The chief mourners were: Mr and Mr* fnd'n V>,h",r Llovd DavS, Miss I n1 ,UdVH>a1 (brothers); Miss Davies and Mr»- Lla": Jiwcn (aunt), Mrs Davies, Blinmvrddin (aunt) Mr* Davies, Glynmyrddm (aunt); Miss Evar^ FrarK- JT111Misses Mar-V and Margaret Evans Fvan-1"0 Hem-l (t°TnS): Mossrs- Johr' and Evan j Hendrehedog (cousins); Mr. J Griffiths (uncSnMrUW);FMr- EvaDS' R'^mond-terra^e 7 Svi<5 P Ef.ans Llwvnpiod (cousin); Mr. W J. DaMes, Preswylfa (cousin). A large number of wreaths were sent by his many friends UUmber of

LLANDYSSUL Corx-TY SCHOOL.-The pupils debating society met on Tuesday evening, presided over bv Mr C. E. VowleN B.A. The subject of debate was "Should games be compulsory?" Miss Marv Phillips for the affirmative read a good jiaper, and another one in bank^fn V^Jhy Mr- Wlllie Evar^ Aber bank, an interesting discussion took place and voting resulted in favour of the ne^a tive proposal with a majority of 32 out of 74 mem- PAsToRATE.-The- Rev. T. Davies, of Llandudno, Ho'rTTd'Bjchv'S:™ to b0C"• pastor of Horeb and Bw]chygroes. TBEGROES.—On Friday evening a verv successful performance of the drama, "Jack y Bach'gen Drwg was given by the Tyssul Teifi Dramatic Societv. The proceeds were devoted towards the librarV Mr. Ben Davies. J.P., Blaenythan, presided over "a large attendance. GUILD.—On Friday evening a meeting of the Guild was held at Seion. presided over bv Mrs James. The meeting was introduced bv Miss James, Green Hit!, who gave an address on the "Maid iti aman's House." A musical programme was also gone through. ECCLESIASTK-AL.-The Rev. Sidnev B. Williams. M.A., curate of Tenby, has been offered the living of Dale Pembtokeshl re. The rev. gentleman is a son of D.C.C. and Mrs. Williams, The Tonn. Llandvssul. He has always been extremely popular, and his many friends in this place are proud to hear of his promotion. He has been a curate at Llanellv Goodwick, and Tenby, and at each place he has associated himself with every social work. and wherever he is found his popularitv is always evi- dent. PERSONAL. Many of the Llandvssul friends ex- tend their congratulations to Mr. H: R. Evans, son of r» « J Evans. Brynawel, on his obtaining the ii.A. degree with honours. CHRRCII NEWS.—^A successful meeting of the Girls* rriendly Society was held on Friday evening, when Mrs. Jones. The Vicarage, gave an address to them. The five pound purse which is to be raised this branch will be presented to H.R.H. Princes of Wales at the London meeting by Miss Lloyd, of Gilfach- wen. The repairing work done outside to St. John's Church and the schoolroom has been pucces^fuliv completed by the contractor, Mr. Davies. Ffostrasol*. Early next year the interior of this church is again to be attended to and additional funds will be re- quired. The Rev. J. R. Jones. B.A.. vicar and cnurchwardens. are making splendid efforts to get the churchyard extension work cleared bv the end of the year. AMBI LAXCE ORK.—On Monday evening, at the Wilkes' Head Assembly Rooms,* a very pleasant evening was spent in connection with the successful ambulance class which had been conducted at Lian- dyssul by Dr. A. T. Evans, )1.B. The secretary was Mr. James Jones, 2, Ciigwvn-row, and the trea- surer was Mr. W. G. Edwards, Lloyds Bank. The following is the list of successful candidates.—1st year, Messrs. J. 0. Lewis and Penry Lewis. Glas- ynys; F. H. Ball. Teifi Park; Llew Jenkins, Bridge Shop; James Evans, Manchester House; E. R. Jones, C.M., Tregroes 2nd vear. Messrs. W G Edwards, Lloyds Bank; Tvssul Evans, Arfrvn: E. O. ^Davies, Co-operative Stores; D. B. Davie?, lvy House; Edward Jones, postman; J. Griffitlis. G.W.R.; David Evans, Ty'rbad: R. T. Evans, Pen- lonwen. 4th and final year, Mr. James Jones, town postman. The presentation of certificates, vouchers, and clasps to the members was made by Mr. D. Price, postmaster. Mr. James Jones remarked that young men were funky in joining ambulance classes because they thought they would have to do doc- tor's work. It is wrong to think this as an ambu- lance man's work is to render what assistance is in his power pending the arrival of a medical man. HF Hoped as an old veteran in the work that every young man would take an interest in the matter instead of hanking about street corners in the even- ings. A smoking concert followed, over which :\1r. J. R. Harris, Metropolitan Bank, presided. The meeting started with gramophone selections, kindlv lent for the occasion by Mr. J. W. Evans, chemist. The following gentlemen contributed interesting items to the evening's programme:—Messrs. C. E. Vowles, B.A., recitation: E. Davies. Co-operative Stores, and Dr. A. T. Evans, M.B., songs; Dr. R. Roberts, Greenwich House, recitation; Sir. E. R. Evans, Brynawel, song and sketch: Mess s. T. Moi. gan C.M., Penry Lewis, E. 0, Lewis, Mr. D. B. Davies, recitation; Mr. J. R. Harris, Metro- politan Bank, recitation with piano accompaniment. Mr. Balson gave selections on the piano. Mr. W. G. Edwards. Lloyds Bank, solo on the flute. Mr. Tyssul Evans also gave a song. Mr. W. Griffiths, of Porth. Glam., a medallist, spoke on ambulance work in the Rhondda. descriptive of the work among colliers, with interesting personal experience. Mr. L. F. Herbert, representing Mr. Myrddio. Davies, M.R.P.S.. Swansea, who is a member of the Deep Royal Army Medical Corps, gave two songs. Mr. J. Morgan, in his usual style, made a very good accompanist. Votes of thanks were enthusias- tically passed to Mr. Price for presenting the certi- ficates to Messrs. J. R. Harris and W. Lewis M.A., to Mr. J. W. Evans, for the giamophone, and to Mr. J. Evans. Wilkes' Head, for the use of the room and piano. A very happy evening was brought to a close with the singing of ''God Save the King." AIR RIFLE.—On Thursday last week, at the Porth Assembly Rooms, an air-rifle competition took place. The results were: Mr. E. Weaver, Dol'llan, 20: Mr. Tom Enoch, Garfield House, 19: Mr. Richard Jones, Cross Hands. 18: out of a possible 25. At first Enoch and Jones tied with 19 each, but in tht- second attempt Jones. lost. a poiut, HcxTixt;.—On Friday, the Neuaddfawr Fox- hounds met at Dol'llan, Llandvssul. the residence* of Major Cass, D.S.O., J.P. There were present a large number of followers on foot and on horse- back, as the meet. is always a very popular one. Amongst those present on horseback were Mrs. Hughe. M.F.II.. Major Cass. Mr. D. J. Llod- Col. and Mrs. Newiand, Capt. and Mrs. Lewes. Mr. A. II. Jones, Penrallt, and many others. A fox was found at Parke and Dolgroyws. and afforded much sport for the rest of the afternoon. It crossed the Teify for Llanfair and made up for Lantegrvd Banc. It almost doubled its way hack. again cross- ing the I eif\ up to Frongoch, Penlan, Mac-kwith Ca.- tle, Cross Inn, and Blaencwm Gorp. and was ruu to eaj-th at Glanrhydypysgod, near Waunifor.

DEATHS. DA IL>.—November 26th. at Friar's Lodtrc, Car- marthen. the Rev. William Davies. forme rlv curate at Treorky and Llandebio, in his 84th year. FRANCIS.—November 27th. I'ndenliff Cottage, Parade Road. ( armarthen, John William Francis, fireman, G.W.R.. aged 21 years. JAMES.—November 27th, Edith Adela James, the two-months-old child of Mr. and Mrs. James 46. Water-street. Carmarthen. Buried Monday last at Llanllwch Churchyard. Funeral private. LEWIS. — November 29th. at 18, Quay-street. Car- marthen. David Daniel, infant son of Mr. David Lewis, aged 11 months.

K' w .report of the funeral.of. the, late. Mr. /Win- Thomas urlv) last, week wo stated that a wreath had been sent by Mrs. Win. Evans, Queen-street. It should hasc been Mrs. Evans,fishmonger, Bridge- street. LlTEBARS* AND .SCIKS.TIFIC IXSTITT'TE. Oil lues- <lav evening next, at the Assembly Rooms, the Car- marthen Dramatic Society will give a musical and (Iral11atic entertainment in aid of the funds of the above institute, a. cause which is worthy 01 the utmost support. The pieces to be performed are -Whitebait, at Greenwich" and "Pepper's Chary, whilst Miss Buckley's prize ladies', choir will, ren- tier selections. The orchestral music will bo sup- plied by Messrs. Jones' String Band. DEATH OF MR. MARK SKANE.—A large circle ot acquaintances and friends will mourn the death ot Mr. Mark Skane, cattle dealer, Water-street, Car- marthen. who died on Monday last at the age of 65. Deceased, who was greatly esteemed and highly inspected throughout .the whole of South W ales, was very well known as formerly a butcher at Swansea, -and latterly a cattle dealer. He leaves a widow and june children, all of whom live at Swansea, whei e the interment takes place to-day (Friday). DKMI.SE.— We regret to announce the death of Miss 1 Vaughan, b, Woods-raw, who. passed away on Sunday last at the age of 81. Deceased was a. faith- ful member of Priory-street Chapel. She leaves one lister to mourn her loss. The interment took place last Wednesdav at Aberg-wili.The Rev. Kern Evans. M.A., officiated. The chief mourners were Miss L. Vaughan .(daughter). Mr. H. Vaughan (brother), Miss R. Vaughan (sister-in-law), Miss M. Vaughan, Mr. H. Vaughan, and Mr. D. John VaugiTan (grandchildren), o wreaths* wore sent by reqiiest WATER-STREET Yovsa PEOPLES SOCIETY.—On Wednesday evening of last week at. the Water-street Schoolroom, Mr. John Harris, Frondeg, delivered an excellent lecture on the "Life and Works of tiaint Paul." The leeturo was admirably illustrated by limelight views, and was brimful of interest from jhe commencement right to the end. The lantern manipulated by Messrs. Robert Thomas and John Josuah. Next Wednesday evening three short papers will be read bv the following: Miss Lloyd on "Dr. Lewis Edw8riI. Mr. {Jonas "Tom Ellis. M.P. and Miss H. Evans on "Gip Smith. The following week the members of the society will u-ive a- performance of "Rhys Lewis." LOCAL BIRD-FANCIER'S SUCCESS.—Bird fanciers will be interested to hear that Mr. Howard White, of tho Grange, Carmarthen, last August successfully bred one nest of three young Budgerigars (the little green parakeets seen on the barrdl organs), and at the time of writing has three hens sitting on 7. 2 and 2 eggs respectively in an outdoor avairy, in spite of the frost. To give an idea how prolific these birds are, one of the young hens haTehe'd last August has already laid two eggs, although she has not yet moulted her nest feathers. Mr. White will be pleased to give any assistance he can to would- be fanciers of this variety. 01.D AGE PENSIONS.—A meeting of the Carmar- then Borough Old Age Pensions Sub-Committee was held on Friday afternoon at the Town Hall. Pro- fessor D. E. Jones (chairman) presided, and there were also present: Mr. Edward Lewis, C illefwr; Mr. John Lewis, Gwynfryn; Mr. L. 'D. Thomas. Priory-street; Mr. A. J. Jones, Carmarthen House Mr. J. Patagonia Lewis, Parcmain-street: Mr. "J. K. Brigstocke, King-street and the Rev. A. Fuller Mills; together with the Clerk (Mr. John Saer).— One new claim was under the consideration of the Committee, and was decided that the claimant be asked to attend the next meeting of the Committee. It was resolved that the ordinary meeting of the Committee in future be held on the 'first Friday afternoon in the month instead of the last Friday in the month as at present. SOCIAL.—On Wednesday, 24th ult., the members of tho Sunday Institute held their usual weekly social in the English Wesleyan Schoolroom, there being a good gathering. There were the usual games, and a short. musical programme was gone •through in excellent style. A number of -pleasing gramophone selections were given by Mr. C. 0, Collard; a skilfully played pianoforte duet by Mrs. Fred Jones and Miss Gwen Hughes, and the follow- ing delighted the company With solos: Mr. Shenton, h. J. H. Davies (accompanied by Mr. Gray), Miss Florriei Hodires, Mr. D. R. Thomas (accompanied by his daughter, Miss Annie Thomas), and Mr. D. •T. Jeremy. Miss Ethel Jones accompanied •where not otherwise mentioned The resident pastor (Mr. J. n. Newby) prf>sitleù. WHIST DRIVE AND DANCE.—A whist drive and 4-lnu^e was given at the Model School on Friday overling last by the teaching staff, when there were si bout 60 present. The ladies prize. in tho whist drive, a. silver-mounted scent bottle was won bv Miss Jenkins, of tho Quay-street School. Mr. F. Triyett captured the gentleman's prize, a walking stick while the booby nrizo went o Miss M. James. Model School. Dancing was also indulged in until iv.idnk'ht, the accompanist being Miss B. Cooke, while Mr. H. E. V. Griffith, assisted by Mr. W. D. Tnomas. The Haru. acted as M.C. Refreshments were provided by the lady teachers, and altogether a most enjoyable night was spent Frxi-RAL OF Miss THOMAS, ST. CATHKRINK-STMCFX —The funeral took. place on W ednesday last, of Miss Deborah TholllIlS. daug-hter of the late Mr. George Thomas, 51, St. Catherine-street. Deceased passed away on Sunday last, at, the age of 51. after being ailing for a long period. The interment was made at St. David's Churchyard, the Rev. Owen Jones officiating at the house, church, and graveside. The chief mourners were Mr. James Thomas: Mr. Richard Thomas, Lammas-street (brothers) Messrs. J E. Thomas, J. W. Thomas. S. Thomas, and T. Hopkins. Wolverhampton (nephews); J. Thomus, Farmers' Arms; and Mr. G. Thomas, Troalaw. There were no flowers by request. DEATH OF THK HEY. WM. DAVIES.—The Rev. Wm. Davies, Friar's Lodge, Carmarthen, died on Fri- day. acred 84 years. The deceased, "ho WIIS a clergy- man of the Church of England, was a native of Carmarthen. He was ordained deacon and nricst by the late Bishop Oliphant of LlandafT, and retired Home vears ago. He had enjoyed excellent health until the last few months. He is survived by three sons and a lhlllghter-onp of his sons having prede- ceased him. The funeral took place at St. Davids churchyard on Tuesday, the deceased being interred in iiie same grave as his wife and daughter. The Rev. T. R. Walters, vicar of St. David's, officiated, assisted bv the Rev. Owen Jones (curate), and the Rev. Lewis Davies, vicar of Llangendeirne. The chief mourners were: Dr. John Davies, Messenden. Buckingham: Mr. James Davies, I ahelder, ( ar- marthen. and Mr. D. Davies, London Mr. Digbv Davies, Middle Temple: and Mr. and Mrs. TVynon. Cardiff. SAI VATION" ARMY.—At the Salvation Army Citadel on Sunday evening last, a- concert was given to wet- come the new officers, when Mr. T. Conwil Lyari- presided over a good attendance. Mr. F. W A-u— was the accompanist. The following exee.'eril pro ffi'ftnime was gone throucli:—Glee. Mv-d-iin (•! >e Societv (conductor. Mr. J. Lewis) solo. Mr. W Daniels: solo, Miss Phvllis Lewis: solo, Mr. TK>«. Davies; violin solo. Mr. Victor Dan Rartleti; address, Mr. T. Conwil Evans: solo. Miss Maggie Davies; pianoforte solo. Mr. F. w Watts: solo. Mr. Dan Bartlett glee. Myrddin Party: Doxologv. A silver collection was mad.. in aid of the local funds. LAST Sunday afternoon, in the English V\ esl:\v;CN Chapel, the Rev. E. I*. Thomas, gave an interest inu and edifying address to the members of the Sunday Institute. In tho course of his remarks on the word "Think" Mr. Thomas said that the accusation iiroit'da against voung jieople nowadays was that ♦ hev^lid not think, and that they were, superficial, and Jacked the depth and thoughfulness w i ,ci> characterised former generations, and judging by the number of young people met any night ainu- -s.y walking the streets of Carmarthen they might he led to think that there was some truth in that accusation. The first letter in the word '-Think" suggested "Time" a valuable thing, by ui'.iwn? which they could produce something of wortji in their lives, and develope ihe finest and ri-'»blest that was in him. The second letter in the word '"Thiiik" suggested "Home." When Britain ost her homes she would lose her bulwarks. The home was the noblest, institution they had, U-MA u was the principle of love and self-sacrifice tr.at made home what it was. Expressing a Joi more homliness in their Church life, Mr. 1 ho?T.«« concluded what proved to be a most lnspirm. d helpful address. The soloist was Miss Otaplif. wk, .sang that lieautiful solo, "A Dream of Para. with considerable effect. Next Sunday an ayiv r will be given at 3.35 by Mr. D. J. Jeremy. d fourteen cordially invited. BARXAKDO'S CONCERT.—The concert given in [ Barnardo's Home on Thursday evening y.r =ve-! very successful as an entcrtainmeht, and' yield.-I a substantial addition to the local fund which is r ^in rained for the -upkeep of a Carmarthen cot a" institution. The Ivy Bush Sale-room was pla.-»-i at the disposal of the promoters by Mr. D. E. Wi'.Utr. proprietor of the Ivy Bush Hotel, a charaet;<tic act of kindness which deserves recognition, and which was of course a substantial help to the i->. The concert itself was in the capable hands o» Mr. JF-LIovd. in fact Ite.supported the hear, burden of the evening, no inconsiderable task a- :t happened. The room was full to the doors, a • f •• audience, though not over demonstrative, see: r ■ thoroughly enjoy the programme. Mr. Llojju fieveral humorous songs, gave several recitatir,s >r.o sketches. including the "Welshman s T• t A Ulericu." II IIcl the evergreen "Arthur Lu-'Vh-.y:; Price:" some feats of conjuring, making ui a t gether about a dozen items.. It was a conn iir J to Mr. Lloyd that lie came out of such a sew- t' wifTi credit. Among those who assisted we; M.-». Kllis.'wlio as a recent addition to the voca ,o » the town aruud interest. Mrs. Ellis is a t- i linger with a contralto voice of much sw.-1 junvrr and range. She contributed a song ir. half of the programme and w as deservedly ■' on both occasions. Miss Marian Jones exce'it' i A violin solo in excellent style and was louu. v piauded. In addition to this she played forie accompaniments with the pathy of a well-trained accompanist. The rerr-i.rwr items of the programme were contributed by Mr Arthur Arthur (who in spite, of a bad cold 0- TTdst effective rendering of Goring Thot::w'.i Vision Entrancing") and Mr. Lewis Giles. FORTHCOMING DRAMATIC ENTERTAINMENT.— Atten- tion is drawn to the dramatic entertainment which | will be held on Tuesday, th" 7th inst., at the Assembly Rooms in aid of the funds of the Literary aud Scientific Institute. The cause is a very de- serving one, and whoever helps it by taking tickets may bo certain of H. pleasant evening. CARMARTHENSHIRE: FOXHOUNDS.—The Carmarthen- shire Foxhounds met on Tuesday last at Rydgoch Gate, when a. fairly large company turned up. Amongst those present were the followingHon. Gwenliian Rice and Col. Stae, Dynevor Castle; Miss Schomberg, Miss Hutchinson, Mr. Protheroe-Beynon, Trewern; Mr. Phillips, Clyngwynne; Mr. Protheroe, Dolwilym; Mr. Protheroe, Glyntaf: Capt. Powell, Sarnau; Mr. Roch, Maesgvvynne; Mr. Carver, Tre- eiidwgan; Mr. Hutchinson, Whitland; P. Thomas, Derllys Court, Tom and Phil, and several farmers. Two foxes were found during the day, and .both were killed after two excellent runs over a stiff and very roug-h country. The first fox as found on Pencraig-ucha, alltl killed after a ca]Jltal run on Penyralit Ip the Gellywen dingle; the other fox w*a3 found in Rvdgoeh Farm, and killed on Pencraig. which is situated about half way between C wmbacli and Blaenwaun, after a very pretty run. In the absence of the Master, who was from home Tom was in charge of the hounds. PROPOSED BOWLING CLVB.—A meeting was held at the Mansel Arms Hotel on Tuesday evening last, to consider the question of forming a bowling club in the town, when Mr. E. Colby Evan pre- sided over a small but very enthusiastic attendance. Several prominent townspeople were present. Mr. Greaves, an old player, having explained the object bi tile rneetin, after somp c01Jsiderable discussion, ill which aU present expressed themselves' as being 'in favour of the proposal to form a club, it was decided that Councillor John Lloyd should lay the matier before the Town Couucil at their meeting to-day (Friday), and ask them to get an estimate for making a green at. the Park. Councillor Lloyd stated that some twelve months ago lie brought a similar suggestion before the Council, when the Surveyor was instructed to prepare an estimate. The meeting was adjourned until Wednesday next, when it is hoped a large number will attend. SPECIAL HoROLGH POLIn: COI KT.—Held on Wed- nesday, Decelllbpr 1st, before the Mayor (Alderman Walter Lloyd, Larnmas-street) a 1111 Mr. John Cross- man, Penliwyn Park.—His 14th Appearance Thos. Daly, a tramping farm labourer, was charged with being drunk and disorderly on the previous after- noon. P.C. John Williams said that at 3.30 on the previous afternoon he saw the defendant in Lam- mas-street. He was drunk and molested people, challenging the young fellows to fight. He refused to go away. Silpt. mith said there were 13 pre- vious convictions for the same offence. Defendant was noisy but not so violent. Defendant said he was working at Penybank Farm, Llanarthney. He was sorry he had had a drop too much. The Mayor said he did not see what advantage it was to hne defendant but would give him one more chance and fino him 5s. and costs, with the optIon of seven day. and give him a week to pay. He would not be given the option of a fine if he again appeared before them.—The Court, then rose. DEATH OF E%CARMARTHEN GENTLEMAN.—Mr. Thomas Davies, J.P., Piston-terrace, has roee!>. ",1 a cablegram announcing the sudden death m Cape Town of his brother-in-law, Ir. James Jones. The deceased gentleman, who was the second son of the late Mr. William Jones, slate merchant, Carmar- then, started the chemist's business in Larnmas- street. of which the present proprietor is Alderman Walter Lloyd, mayor of Carmarthen. Twenty-seven years ago he emigrated to Cape Town, and opened a similar business, through which and other enter- prises he amas!îpdconsidprab]p wealth. Au ardent Welshman, he was chairman of the Cape Town Cymmrodorion Society. He visited his native coun- try 011 three occasionsj the lafoJt being during Corona- tion year. lie was twice married, his first wife being a Miss Harries, .of Pilroth, near Llanstephan, whilst his widow (nee Miss Thomas) is the first coiLsin of Mrs. Breckie, wife of the manager of the London and Provincial Bank, Carmarthen. He leaves five boys and three girls. His second wife's sister is married to his brother, Mr. Charlie .Jones. formerly a.late merchant at Carmarthen, .who is now. together with his family, at Tapakuna, New Zealand. During the Boer war the deceased a captain of horse. Deceased was well known and reo spected throughout the town and district, and the greatest sympathy is felt with the relatioTl8in their bereavement. BOROVCH EDUCATION COMMITTEE.—A meeting of the Carmarthen .Borough Education Committee was held at the Guildhall on Tuesday at. 8 p.m. The Rev. D. J. Thomas presided, and there were also, present: Mr. II, S. Holmes, Mr. D. alUud, JMr. Blagdon Richards, Mr. H. C. Tierney, Mr. G. Trehame., Mr. J. Crossman, and the Clerk (Mr. T. W alters.—The Rev. Owen Jones, correspondent of the Model School, wrote calling attention to the fact that the heating apparatus for the Schoui was out. of order. A letter was enclosed from the Lf"l.û teacher (Mr. J. Howell Davies), who said that it was a enou matter as for three mornings running it had been found impossible to raise the temperature about 45 degrees. lie hoped that in the interests of scholars and teachers the matter would be attended to at once.—Mr. Holmes said that the place was heated by hot water. They had four big rubes and a .stove. —The Chairman: The question is: Arc we re sponsibl: If if were a fire-place it would be part of the structure and the managers aro responsible for the. structure,—ilr. Tierney It comes under the head of furniture. — Mr. Richards suggesting ap- pointing a small committee to go into the question. — Mr. Crossman; Jt. is IL question of repa.ir, not of giving a new apparatus.—The Clerk said he thought the committee were liable for ordinary re- pairs. He then read the report of H.M.I., which showed that the harmonium in the infants' school was useless, alld tlw clock reilUlred attention. Thû The troughs also were out of repair. The cumbersome gallery ought to be replaced by suit- able desks, and the cloak-room accommodation was inadequate.—Mr. Richards said that one Iu- s]>ectoi' wanted a gallery put back and another wished it removed.—The Clerk said that the mana- gers had attended to the troughs. The committee wire in the position of an ordinary tenant.—The Clerk said that they were liable for musical instru- ments, but pianos were the only musical instruments mentioned in the instructions.—Mr. Richards said that the committee ought to have a report on the harmonium. It was not so urgent as the matter of the heating apparatus. They could use a tuning fork in the meantime.—The report further stated that the floor of the infant school required re- placing. The stove too was in a bad state.—The Clerk said that it seemed to him that if it were a case of getting a new floor the managers were re- sponsible, but if thp fluor required repairlIlg It \uld 1", a matter for th, cormnÏttee.-Mr. Cruss- man, Air. Treharrie, and the Chairman were ap- pointed a oomniittee to deal with the matter. As | regards the heating apparatus at the boys' school they were given full powers, subject to the legal advice of the Clerk. FUNERAL.—Amidst manifestations of sorrow and regret the mortal remains of Master Jack Cocks, only 60n of Mr. and Mrs. Cocks, 23, Bridge-street, Carmarthen, were laid to rest at St. David's Church- yard on Thursday afternoon in last week. Deceased was very well-known and highly respected by young and old—especially by his numerous playmates and schoolmates. Along the route blinds were drawn and shutters were put up as a. token of respect to the departed. Great sympathy is extended to the parents and family in their sad bereavement. Prior to the departure of tho cortege, the Rev. Owen Jones, curate (in the absence of the Vicar, the Rev. T. R. Walters, M.A., R.D., who was indisposed), conducted a short service ut. the house; whilst the -ame rev. gentleman officiated at the church and scra\ e»ide. The scholars of the upper classes of the Model School, accompanied by the Headmaster (Mr. .1. H. Davies) attended the ser\ice at the church and graveside. The chief mourller" were: Mr. and Mrs. Cocks (father and mother); Miss Maggie Cocks (sister); Miss Lizzie Williams (aunt); Mrs. Hoskins, Newport, (aunt): Mr. Williams, slate merchant (cousin), and Mr. Davies, Hall-street (cousin). A large number of beautiful wreaths, etc., were re- ceived from the following:—"Jn Great Grief," from All at Home; "Ill affectionate Remembrance of dear little Jack," from l'nele George and Aunt Sarah, Preston; "In loving memory of darling Jack," from I nele Fred, Auntie Nellie, and Cousin Freda, New- port: "A tribute of sincere .sympathy," from David and Marv, 3. Hall-street.; "J" ever-loving remem- brance of dear little Jack," from Mr. and Mrs. Walker. Derbyshire; "With deepest sympathy," from Mr. and Mrs. and Walter Watts; Miss Thomas. Bristol House; Mrs. Wright; "With deep sympathy," from Penymorfa; "With hrartfelt sorrow and deepest sympathy," from Mrs. H. F. Aslett, Bola- haul; "With sincere sympathy." from Mr. and Mrs. Morgan, Angel Hotel; "With deep sympathy," from M iss Muriel Thomas, Disgwvlfa; "With deep sym-I path y." from the Employees; "With deep svm- I pathv," from Mr. W. T. Rogers and family; "With deep sympathy," from Mr. and Mrs. J. Jenkins and family. Magazine-row; "With sympathy," from Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Morris; ''With deepest sympathy," from Mrs. R. Lloyd and family. Quay-street; "With great, sympathy," from Mr. and Miss Williams. 9, Lammas-street: "With deepest sympathy." from Mrs. M. Reus and Son, 57. King-street; "With deep- est sympathy." from Annie, EmrYB, and Stanley; "With deepest sympathv," from Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Jones, Carmarthen House; "With ùeepest syrn- pathy," from ML-s A. Jones, Swan Inn; "With I deepest svmpathv," from Misses A. and M. Davies, I 3. M agazine-row; "With deep sympathy," from I Faithful Friends; "With deepest sympathy." from I Mrs. Davies. BarnVrow; "In briefest sympathy and i affection. from Miss L. Morris; "Wnh deepest I sympathy," from Mr. and Mrs. Heddon; "With i*-ep sympathy," frOlIl Miss M. Jones, "'With deepest sympathy." from Mrs. S. Lloyd and Mrs. H. Da vies. Bridge-street: "With sincere sym- mthv," from Mrs. Ilaydn Williams, King-street; "'With fondest remembrance." from the Teachers "nd Scholars of the Model (Rovs') Schoof; "With sincere sympathy," from Miss Elizabeth George, St. Catherine-street,—At. St. David' Church (where de. I ceased was a faithful attendant), on Sunday even- ) ing last, special hymns were sung, and a most im- f-rnpaivp and touching sermon was preached by the Rev. T. R. Walters, M.A., R.D. (vicar), Hearing thn many good qualities of the deceased. PRIVATE C'HEISTMAS CAEDS.—Choice designs from 2s. per dozen, at D. Williams, The South Wales Book Depot, 19 and 20, King Street, Carmarthen. (5103p CARMARTHEN-SHIRK INFIBSIAKY.—'The Secretary begs respectfully to acknowledge, the receipt oi the following:— £ 2 '4s. from Moriah Baptist Cnurch, Minke; £3 3s. from Pencader Congregational Church; J64 Os. 2d. from Abergwili. Llanfiharigel- uuch-Gwili, and Yspytty Churches; periodicals from Mr. R. James, Bridge-street Miss Spurred, King- street: Mrs. Maddocks, Penliwyn Park; Mrs. Gwynne-Hughes, Glancothy, and Lady Huls- Johnes. UNITED COUNTIES' AGHICULTUKAL SOCIETY.—A n eeting of the Council of tho above Society was held at the Boar's Head Hotel on Wednesday last, when Mr. R. Footman, Hafodwen. presided. There were also present: Messrs. W. J. Harries, Pilroath 1). J. Harries, Penllwne; Ivor Lloyd Davies, Derry Moilon: J. Scourfield, Blaenwernddu; Burnett, Golden Grove; Falconer. The Bwlch, Abergwili; David Evans, Llwyncadfor, Henllan; John Francis, Mvrtle Hill; J- B. P. Thomas, Derllys, and Mr. J. F.* Rees, M.R.C.V.S., and the clerk. Mr. D. H. Thomas. Starling Park.—The Secretary reported that the Prize Committee had met that morning and had fixed the date of the show for August 11th next. They also recommended that in their opinion the show next year should be held for the counties of Carmarthen, Cardigan and Pembroke only. They also thought that the Hereford classes should be struck out of the prize list.—Jhese recommendations were adopted, on the proposition of Mr. John Scour- field. seconded by Mr. J. W. Harries.—Mr. John, Phillips, Caerleon, wrote suggesting that a prize be offered for sheep other than Shropshircs, either Kerrvs or Rvlands in the same class. He men- tioned that he would like to see some fresh breed of sheep introduced into tins country because the demand for Sliropshires was not so great as it used to he. -Mr. C- Morgan-Richardson. Morgenau, v\ rote suggesting that they should make a rule that no animal which had previously won £20 or over dur- ing its show-yard career should be allowed to com- pete in the open classes. He thought that the tenant pete in he open classes. He bought that the lenant farmers' classes should be further protected.—This recommendation was agreed to.—The committee also suggested that a prize be given for coliier mares or fillies over three years old and not exceeding 15 j, h.—Mr. J. F. Rees: You ought to extend it to Glamorgan to get them (laughter).—Mr. Scourfieid: we sell them to Glamorgan (laughter).—The proposition was agreed t'4 as were various altera- tions to the prize lists which had been suggested by the Prize Committee.—On the preparation of the report to the Annual Committee, which meets in January. Sir Edward Webly-Parry-Pryse, Goger- ddan, the president-elect, was appointed president for the ensuing year. On the appointment of a president-elect, Mr. J. W. Harries proposed, and Mr. Burnett seconded the election of Sir James Hills-Jolmes, V.C., G.C.B.. Dolaucothi.—The Secre- tary said that they could not liave a better man, and his appointment, would be. very appropriate, es- pecially as Carmarthen was going to honour him.— The opinion was generally expressed that- Mr James would make a very good president-elect, and th9 proposition was unanimously carried.—Mr. J. _W. Harries proposed, and it was seconded by Mr. Fal- coner, the Bwlch, and unanimously agreed upon that the Council and officers should be re-elected. — This was all tho business of interest. BRITISH AND FOREIGN BIBLE SOCIETY.—The annual meeting of the Carmarthen and District Branch of the British and Foreign BIble- Society was held af the Assembly Rooms on Tuesday even- ing last, when the Ven. Archdeacon Evans presided over a fair attendance. A letter was read from the Rev. Dr. Cynddylan Jones, Cardiff, expressing his regret at being unable to attend, in consequence of which Mr. Powell. of Pembroke.. attended instead of him. The Chairman said that the Bible Society was one that occupied a central place in their re- ligion. It was a Christian society around which they should all rally, because. no Christian denomination could do without its help. No society had translated the Bible into so many foreign languages as that Society had. Missionaries, whatever their denomina- tion, could not. get. on without, the aid of that Society. A Society which was so valuable certainly deserved their support. The treasurer. Mr. R. A. Brockie, submitted a favourable report.—Mr. Robert Jones proposed the adoption of the re- port.—Mr. Thomas Thomas. Harddfan. in second- ing, said that he was glad to find they had collected more that year- than at any time. The report, was unanimously adopted.—Mr. Powell. Pembroke, at the outset said that the absence of Dr. Cynddylan Jones was all the more regrettable because it was his last year as secretary. On behalf of the direc- tors of the Society he tendered their warmest thanks to the local committee and all who had gwen any- thing for this great and good work, and he ap- pealed to them for a continuance of their support. It was only natural for them to ask what the Society was doing with the money. Its one purpose was to distribute, the Bible to the people of the world without a word of comment. Ir was a Society with- out a frontier, the whole world was its sphere, and Jesus Christ and the Christian Church had done more work during the last century than they had done during the previous 1800 years of its existence, and that. was largely due to the work of theBIWa Society. The last 100 years had been a marvellous century of Christian mission. They all knew that Wales gave the first inioulse to the starting of that noble Society, and from there that the Bible Society received its inspiraton to establish itself for the whole world. There were several countries where no missionary was allowed to enter, but they had succeeded in sending the Bible there. Mr. D. Maurice Jones proposed "that this meeting pledges itself to do all in its power to further the interests of the British and Foreign Bible Society." The mo- tion was seconded by Mr. T. E. Brigstocke, and carried unanimously.—-The Rev. Gwilym Edwards, Zion, in proposing a vote of thanks to the Chair- man. speaker, and officers and collectors, said that if the meeting was a small one it was a thoroughly representative one.—The Rev. Jonathan Marsden, M.A., vicar of Llanllweh. seconded, and the vote I was carried with acclamation.—The meeting then terminated with the Benediction. MILITARY FUNERAL.—The death took place, on Saturday morning last, of Mr. John William Fran- cis. an engine fireman, son of Mr. David Francis, gardener at the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel, Undercliff Cottage, at the early age of 21. Deceased, who had been suffering from a weak heart, had occasion to rise at three o'clock on Sunday morning, in order to go to work. and as he was going through his father's bedroom he fell dead. He was a mem- ber of St. Peter's Church. Deceased, who was in the employ of the G.W.R. Company, was greatiy esteemed by a large circle ;f friends, and he was also greatly liked in the local section of the Welsh Field Company Royal Engineers, of which he was a mem- ber. The news of his death was received with great- sorrow. Deceased was btiriea with military honours at the t. David s Churchyard on Tuesduv ".fternjKin, the local section of Royal Engineers turning out in force to show their respect and esteem for an old comrade. There were also a number of members of the local Infantry Company and local members of the Pembrokeshire Imperial Yeomanry, the whole bürly being under the command of Capt. J. Francis, J.E. The cortege was headed by a firing nariy of the Royal Engineers, under Sergt.-Instructor William?. The coffin was carried to the church if I a hearse, and was draned with the I'nion Jack, deceased's cp, beJt, arid bayonet, being placed on the coffin, together with a number of .beautiful wreaths. The pall bearers were drawn from the Engineers, and bore th" body from the church to the grave. The chief mourners were: — Mr. David Francis (father). Mr. ViRees; Mr. J. Francis, Down Far; Mr. Daniel Francis. Burry Port (uncles) and Messrs. lien and Sydney Rees (cousins). Following the mourning coach eaine the rrain body of Engineers. Infantry and Yeomanry, and the genera! public. Previous to the departure of the funeral for tu*- church, a short service at the house was conducted by Mr. R. B. Dayies. lay reader, while the Rev. T R. Walters. M.A., vicar of St. David's, and tho Rev. D. T. Alban St. Peters, officiated ar the church and graveside At the close of the service at the grnveside, three volleys were fired over the grave, while the "Last Post" was sounded by Corpl. E. Duckfield and Trumpeter A. Duckfieki in fino style. The greatest sympathy is extended to the family in their bereave- ment. A. numl>er of beautiful wreaths were sent by the following:—Father, mother, brother and sisters. Aunty Hannah. Aunty Sarah, Cousin Edith, Cousin Vallie and May. Cousin Sid and Edith; Mr. and Mrs. 11, E. Williams and family, Napier House; Florrie and Maggie; the members of the *>t. Peber's Bible "She Spilman}st.rt?et and Parade-road II< .y, Miss Annie Jane avies: Miss Jones. Trevaugban: Mr. and Mrs. Williams, Royal Exchange; Mr..and Mrs. Jones. Priory-street; Mr. James Jones; members of the G.W.R. Temperance Cnion: members of tie Royal Engineers, the staff of the Royal Engineer-; a token of esteem from comrades of the Carmarthen Section Welsh Field Company Royal Engineers; the staff of the Ivy Bush Hotel: the members of the Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen; the G.W.R. engine cleaners, anu Mission Room and friends.