The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

IN MEMORIAM. SILVAN-KVANS. — Rev. Chancellor D. Silvan Kvans. B.D.. n.Lih.. Fellow of College. (Khud: Chancellor of Bangor Cathedral; chaplain to the Lord Bishop of Bangor, and Rector of Liaiiwrin, Montgomeryshire. Born January 11th. 18W. Died April lh. 1903. Huned mown hedd.

LAMPETER PRINTJIMT. BECOMES Bislrop ot N. David's has offered the lxth Prebendal Stall in St.. David s Cathedral, vacated by the death ot I'reUeiidary- Morgan Kvans, to the Rev. -Llftwoilyn J. Al. Benh, V.V., principal of St. David's College, Lampeter, who has accepted it. 0 KELLY -AOAIX.—On Alonday morning. before Aid. I). F. Lloyd (Mayor) and ^\lr. Roderick Kvans, llaniei Keliv, 01 Liverpool, labourer, was brought up JU custody charged by P-. David Jones with being drunk and disorderly in Harford-square on Saturday night.—P.C. Oliver said defendant was very d.soraeriy, and was drinking "dusky out vf a bottle ■ the square. He ordered- him away, and wlipn proceeding [down College-street Kelly fell throusrh the window of Caxton Hail.—Defendant denied being drunk or disorderly. He, however, had made a resolution not to touch any intoxicants again.—Ho had only just returned from doing 14 days for a similar olicnce, and was now com- mitted for one month with hard labour. OMTUAHY.—On Friday last, Mr. John Herbert, of .the Queen's Arms, in this town, county court bailiff, died, after a short illness, at the age of 59. The de- ceased was taken seriously ill- whilst at Llanybyther on Monday previously, and had to be brought home in a closed carriage. He was attended by Dr. Evan Evans. who found that-he was suffering from appendicitis, and although an operation was per- formed death intervened as stated. The deceased was a native of the parish of Liandyssul, but came to this district at an early age. and was employed at. several farms in the locality. After his marriage he kept a business at Trehf-rbert, and upon being ap- pointed county court bailiff upwards of 20 years ago he removed to the town. Resides being a county I court bailiff he acted for the under-sheriff for years. He was an idealbailiff-tar.tful. reliable, and non- communicative. He would not divulge his business under any consideration, an all-important trait in JL person tilling the officer of process server. He lcavet a widow, two sons, and two daughters to mourn his lost*. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon iast, when the remains were interred at the grave- yard of Brondeifi Chanel, in the presence of a. large number of friends and relative^ CHOIR TKEAT.—On Wednesday, the Rev. Canon Camber-Williams, vicar of the parish, a treat to the adult members of the parish ( u.-ch chcir, who spent the day at Swansea, they enjoyed themselves.Alderman D. F. LloyJ (i;>ay< r!, and a zealous member ol .re n'oir, ilj) gave a handsome donation towards the tea which was pic- vided at the Grosvenor Restaurant. The choir-txjys will probably have their treat on Whit-Monday. SUNDAY SCHOOL "EXAMINATION.—The following members of the Congregational Sunday Schools, com- prised in the .Lampeter and District Cnion, have been successful in passing the examination in &rip- tural knowledge, held a few weeks ago. The maxi- mum number of marks was 100. The examiners were the Revs. J. J. Williams, Llangybi. and T. JEli Evans, Cetlan..The secretary of the Union is Mr. David Davies, Gwalia Carriage Works, who is in- defatigable in his labours towards the betterment of the Sunday Schools;—Children under 13—Ffaldy- brenin Chapel—Standard 1, Elizabeth Aerona Jones, 100 marks: Annie Walters, 100: Tom Stephen Evans, 100. Standard 3: Annie Morgans, 1Q0; Annie Thomas, 100; Mary Ann Davies, 95; Lizzie Jane Daviets 36; Lizzie Jane Davies, Ervv-wen. 100; Jinnie Waiters. 84; Sarah Evans, 94; Margaret Magan Jones, 25 Ray Walters, 89; W. Spencer Davies, 88; Gwilytti i]vans, ICO. Bethel, Parky rhos—Standard 1: John Samuel Jones, Parcyrhos, 94; Eiias Thomas, LlwyiKyssgu, SO; Jack Davies, Tre-helig, 84; Dannie Davies, Tre-helig, 92; Mary Florence ^Williams, Bryn-Eiddig, 84; Rachel Davies. Wern Villa. 100. Standard 2: Mary Davies, Treherberi. 40; Lizzie Selina. 'Roberts, Parcyrhos, 42; John Sanruel Wil- iiains, Jlryn Eiddig, 95; Johnny Thomas, Lhvyn- cysga 75. Standard 3: Hannah Margretta Davies, Bethel Cottage, 90; Sarah Jane Davies Neuaddfach, 96; Blodwen Davies, Treherbert, 74; Margaret Jane Davies, Treherbert, 100. Standard 4: Hannah Mary Davies, Treherbert, 100; Martha Davies, Treherbert, 56; Elizabeth Thomas, Llwvncysgu, 52; Mary Thomas, Blaenblodau, 91; Nellie Davies. Bryn Cot- tage, 98; Willie Pugh, Cwmanne, 100; David Ree5 Jones, Parcyrhos, 55. Standard 5: Mary Thomas, Llwvncysgu, 75; Hannah Jane Evans, Blaendyffryn, 94; Evan Llewellyn Jones, Parcyrhos, 30. Emaw; Sunday School—Standard 1: James Herbert, 100. Standard 2: Mary Thomas, 100; Gwenllian Hannaft Davies, J00. Standard 3: Sarah Hannah Jones, 100. Standard 4: John Thomas. 100; Sarah Evans, 93; Mary Jane Herbert. 94; Evan G. Evans, 77; Daniel Davies. 100. Soar, Lampeter—Standard 1: Margaret Jane Jone»s, Peterwell-terrace, 100. Standard 2: Eleanor Davies, Gwynfryn, 10. Standard 3: Annie Davies, Gwynfryn. 100; Erie Evans, Ca-rtref. 100; Eddie Thomas, Pontfaen, 95; Nelly Roberts. Barley Mow. 69; Thet.us Thomas, Falkland, 65. Standard 4: Annie Griffiths, Peterwell-terrace, 98; Gertie Evans. Mark-lane, 100; Gweunie Howells, White Ha.rt. 98; Sally Roberts. Barley Mow, 95; Edith Mary Thomas, Perry. 88; Arthur John Jacob, Tre- herbert, 100; Johnny Davies, Treherbert, 100; Tom Davies, Tyh.cn, 100; Duvid Thomas Davies. Felin- Toel, 100; Tommy Thomas, Perry. 55; Gwilyrn Hughes, White Hall, 100; Jack Roberts, Baripy Mow, S3. Standard 5: Kyria Evans, CftrtTef. 100; Cissi*> James, Oompton Mouse, 100; Myfamwy Gri- ffiths. Peterwell-terrace. 97: Susie Oliver, Green- field, 300; Rachel Mary Davies, Felinfoel. 100. Cellan, Capel Ervr—Standard 1: Elinor Mary Jones, 90.; Nancy Davies, 100; Jinnie Jones, 100; Gwennie Alary Davies, 10. Standard 3: John Jones, 90. Standard 4: Elinor Jenkins, 100; Kate Davies, 35. Standard 5: Dorothy Roberts, 100; Dorothy Evans. 100. Llanfnir, Oapel Mair—Standard 1:' David Emrys Jones, 100. Standard 4: Thomas John Thomts. M; Stephen David Jones, 93; David Itees Davies, 95; Mary Ann Davies, 89; Elizabeth Evans, 60.. Standard 5 lwritten papers): John Daniel Mor- gans. Capel Mair, 93; Anne Davies, Capel Mair, 92; Anne Williams, Canel Mair, 97; May Jones, Capel Erw, 95; Nancy Jones, Capel Erw, 98; David Mat-hew jHTiUiam?. Capel Erw. 95; Dan Jenkins, Capel Erw, 85; Benjamin John Jones, Glaneiddig, Bethel, 87; Francis Thomas Evans, Rlaendy*ffryn, Bethel 97.; Lewis James Evans, BlaendyffrjTi, Bethel. Mary Davies. Veliii Voel, Soar, 100. Ol march School—Standard 1: Marg. Ellen Llovd. 98. Standard 5: Lizzie Jane Lloyd, 98. Llanddewi School—Standard 3: Maria Lizzie Charles. 95r, Rachel Anne Kvans, 9S; Margt. Anne Davids, 98; Johnny Lloyd, 98. Llangybi School— standard 1: Elizabeth Anne Edwards, ioo; Blodwen Jomii, 99; Elizabeth Lilian Hughes. 80; Magdaline Hughes. Standard 2: Jane Anne Rees, 98. Stan- dard 4: Anne Davies, 10C; Ijayid James Rees, 100; Evan Tom Francis, 100; Herbert Evans, 100. Stan- dard 5: Thomas Davies, 87; Thomas Evans, 95; Dd. John Morgans, 100; Thomas John Jones, 100; Hannah Mary Rees, 100; Hannah Daniel. 100; Mary Jane Francis. 100. BOARD OF GUARDIAN'S.—A meeting of the Board was held on Friday last. Present Rev. R. C. Jones iD the chair; rÚw. T. C. Edmunds, Tre- filan; Rev. J. N. Evans, Llangybi: Messrs. D. n, Jones, Llanwjp.cn; J. U. Marsden, DyfTryu Evan Davies, LaJnpeter; T. C. Williams, Llanwenog; J'ienjamin T. Lewis, Pencarreg: JJavid Davies, Hryncrac-h; Tliomas Jones, Llanllwni, and W. Davies. Ollaa; Evans and E. C. Thomas: and Mr. J..Ernest Lloyd, clerk. Out-relief, etc.—The amount of out-relief adminis- tered during the- fortnight was as follows:—I-ani- peter district, per Mr. T. 4s. lOd. to 141 paupers; Llanybyther district, per Air. David Eva-ns. £38 13a. to 113 paupers. Children of Nellie Ajax.— The Clerk said he had .been given to understand that- the Tregaron Board were not. wady to accept, chargeability of the children, maintaining that the mother had gained a status of irremovability in the Llandovery Lnion. He (the Clerk) however thought, the Tregaron Board wore liable. Mr. David Davie* e*i £ iit too much to expect, the aunt to maintain the children. She had chil- dren of her own, and was not. in a jjosition to do so financially.—It was decidid to continue the relief of the children, and to apply for an order of re- raov id.. The L ite Trew.surer. — Tine Bv. J. N. Evans re- ferred to the (lNith of Mr. David Jones, the Trea- surer of the Board, and moved .tha t it be placed on record the. Board's deep sense of the loss occasioned by his death, and their »ynspafby with his widow and fairily. Mr Evans said he had known Mr Jones for nearly" 30 years, and had him always a straight- forward AND reliable muu. 11K death was a loss to the town &nd a great loss to the fcumily.—The Rev. T. C. Edmunds said he. wished to second the mo- tion a.nd to endorse every word Evans had said.—The nation was carried unanimously, and it was ordered that the Board's expr<>ssjoiis of sym- pathy be conveyed to Mrs. Jones. Appointment of Treasurer.—It ",as ii-solved to procned to th-ei ,a-ppointm<'ut, of a treasurer at the meeting on the 6th May next, and that Mr. liertie Davies Evans. district manager of Lloyds Bank, be appointed interim treasurer. Thtismas I»udle>.—A letter was J'p8,d ftpin the Local Government. Board enclosing a copy of a letter stent, by Dr. R, C. Thomas to the Boa.rd as to the extri att-endanw and expenses upon Thomas Dudley 1 Dr. I'hornas said the man was making mwCji better progress lately, mid that, he did not now in- quire attendance so c>ften—once a week only.Mr T. Jones said H was to Dr. Thomas' credit that. the man was now getting better. At Swansea Hospital he was getting worse instead of better.—Dr. Thomas said he attended the man 22 times, and bad ex- pended money on costly dressings for him.—The lioard thought Dr. Tliomas should lw iTemunerate<l extra, for his trouble, and soggested the payment to him of i.5 subject to the approval of the Local Government Board. LAMPETER RURAL DISTRICT ('(>('XCfL. A meeting of the Council was held on the same da\. Mr. William Davies presiding. Blaenrwnicoy Road.—The Surveyor reported upon the condition of tlie road from Bailiau to Blaencwm- ooy, it: the. naris11 of Cellan, and estimated the cost of putting the same in repair at. ;£1\ 5"Tt was agreed to take the roud over on the iW.iioncrs undertaking' to defruv this cost- Treasurer.—It was reeolwd -te .proceed to the ap- pointment of treasurer at the meeting of the Coun- cil to be held on the 6th May next, and that Mr. H. Davies-Evans. of Lloyds Bank,'district manager, be appointed interim treasurer. TOWN COUNCIL.—A meeting of the Council was held on the 7th instant. Present: Aldermen D. F. Lloyd (mayor), Timothy Richard, Charles Evans, and William Davies; Councillors Walter Davies, John E. Evans, Evan Evans, Tom Jones, James Morgan, John Jones, Lewis Jones, John D. Owen, John Griffiths, Da-vid Davies, William Jones, and David Jones; Mr. J. Ernest Lloyd (town clerk), and Mr. R. W- Ashman (surveyor). Vote of Condolence.—The Mayor, at the outset, referred to the death-of the Council's lat-e Treasurer, who, he said, was the iast of the officers that had hold an appointment under the Council at the in- corporation of the borough. The Mayor spoke in eulogistic terms o: Mr. David Jones, and moved that the Council's sense of their deep loss be placed on K-rord, and also that their deepest sympathy be extended to the widow and family in their sad bereavement.—The motion was agreed to by each member standing. Dalis Fair and the Remount Department.—Mr. Walter Davies r;,)yed that the Council should ask the Secretary fur War to send again this year an officer from the remount department to attend the Dalis Fair.—The motion was agreed. The Egg Tram.—On the motion of Mr. James Morgan, it was agreed to ask the National Poultry Associations to run the proposed egg and poultry special train to Lampeter. It was pointed out by Mr. Morgan that, the train was scheduled to come to Llanybyther and Ncvvcastle-Emlyn on the 20th inst., and he thought they should make an application to have the run extended to this town.—The proposal wn" warmly accepted. Local Ciassee.—It was decided to make applica- tion to the County Education Committee for a course of lectures in the coming winter, and a. committee, consisting of the Mayor, Aldermen T. Richard and Charles Evans, and Councillors David Jones and Walter Davies, Rev. Principal Bebb, Rev. E, Evans, Mr. W. Lewis, Arfryn, and the Town Clerk, was appointed to make the necessary arrangements to- wards that end. Telephone Service.—A letter was read from the Secretary to the General Post Office in reply to the Council's resolution, asking that all existing local telephone offices within a radius of 12 miles from Lampeter should be connected with that town, making it an exchange centre. The letter stated that the existing wires by which these offices aro served are unsuitable for use in connection with the general telephone system of the country, and the expense of connecting the offices at Lampeter, so that telephone calls could be made from them over the general system or even within a 12 miles radius, wouid be considerable. Further enquiries were being pursued, and a further communication was promised. Surveyor's Report.—The Surveyor submitted a report of work done during the past month, in which he stated that the sides of the Pentrebach road have been cleaned, and the Blaenwern road is being done. The brook at the back of Plasybryn has been cleaned out. The weekly inspection of gas meters has taken place, and found to be satisfactory. Owing to the lighter evenings, only 300 cubic feet having been indicated at each of the meters. The rent of the slaughter-house has been collected from the respective tenants, also the rent for right-of-way at side of Memorial Hall. and the sum of J61 17s. lOd. in market tolls, making a total of JB9 2s. 10d., and duly paid into the bank. Fire brigade drill was held on the 23rd, four members being present. The water waste-detecting meter has been fixed, and I find that, there was a continuous flow all night of 1.900 gallons per hour. The whole of this water is, of course, going to waste. I am indebted to Mr. Mr. G. B. Richards, of the Palatine Eng. Co., for his assist ance during a niglit- inspection, when it was found that 2,150 gallons per hour was at one a.m. going into town, viz.: St. Thomas-street. 50; High- street. 210; Bridge-street, 400; College, 200; College- street, 650; Bryn-road, 400; Station-terrace, 180; North-road and Mill-street, 60 gallons per hour. The average flow during the day was 2.400 gallons per hour, and allowing a population of 1,800 is equiva- lent to 32 gallons per head; from this must be deducted the 1,900 gallons, which brings Che actual use to 7 gallons per head, the remaining 25 going to waste. I am glad to be able to state that the waste is gradually decreasing, and on last night's diagram the indicator dropped to 1,400, and that the water has reached the Vicarage as early as 7 p.m.. and filled the tank by 11. The valve on the little tank by Railway House is leaking, and 1 propose repairing same at an early date. Plans have been presented by Mr. J. D. Owen for a warehouse, and await your approval. No cases of infectious disease have been reported, so the district has been free from infwtion for the past six months. Appointment of Treasurer.—The first motion on the agenda was the appointment, of Treasurer. The Mayor suggested that a ballot should be taken, and that they should agree to vote afterwards openly. according to the result of the ballot.—Alderman Wm. Davies said he did not think the Standing Orders admitted u. vote to be taken by ballot.—Mr. Walter Davies supported a ballot being taken.—The Mayor said that he saw no objection to the ballot as long as they were agreed to vote openly afterwards.—On a show of hands it was decided to ballot first.—Two applications were read, one from E. Lloyd Jones, manager of the London and Provincial Bank. and the other from 'Mr. Bertie Davies-Evans, district manager of Lloyds Bank.—The result of the ballot was that the two applicants received an equality of votes, and the Mayor gave his casting vote for Mr. B. Davies-Evans, who was afterwards appointed unanimously. School Managers.—The Mayor was re-elected to represent the Council on the group of Council School Managers for the Lampeter District. Water Rents.—It was decided to re-affirm the reso- lution of 4th February, 1902, as to charging for water used for purposes other than domestic pur- poses, and a committee was appointed, consisting of the chairman of each Council Committee, to re- vise the scale of charges for such water.—It was also agreed to purchase the water waste-detecting meter fixed at Troedyrhiw at a cost of £25 17s. 2d. Increased Rates.—The Finance Committee recom- mended that a general district rate of 2s. 6d. in the a water rate of 6d.. and a borough rate of 2d. fie made to cover exnenses for the current vear T1 is is 4d. in excess of the previous years rates, those being genera! district rate 2s. 2d., water rate 6d., and borough rate 2d.

LLANWENOG PARISH COUNCIL.—The first meeting of the new Parish Council was held on the 9th inst. at the New Court Council School, when the following members signed declarations of acceptance of office:—Messrs Thomas Bowen, Maesyfelin: David Evans, Maesy- dderwen: D. Bowen Jones, Parkybedw House; Ben Davies. Blaenhirbant-uchaf: John Roberts, porth Inn; Jonathan Davies, Gwynfryn; Thomas Davies, junior, Liechwedd John Rees, Brvneinon; J. J. Thomas. Blaenhirbant; and David Jones, seconded by Mr. D. Evans. Mr. Thomas Bowen Derlwyn. On the motion of Mr. D. B. Jones, seconded by Mr. D. Evans, Mr. Thomas Bowen was unanimously elected chairman for the ensuing year, with Mr. John Rees vice-chairman. Mr. Dd. Davies, Penlan-issaf was appointed overseer for the Upper Division, and Messrs Thomas and John Jones. Bwlchbychan Farm. for the Lower Division of the parish. Mr. John Evans. Tynyfron, was re- flected manager of the Llanwenog National School, and Messrs. D. Thomas, Blaenhirbant, and D. Evans, Maesvdderwen, managers of the New Court and Blaenau Council Schools. The Council decided to apply to the County Education Committee for a short course of lectures on Agriculture, and a com- mittee, consisting of Messrs. D. B. Jones, John Roberts, Thomas Davies, David Jones, and David Evans, with Mr. Thomas Bowen as honorary secre- tary. was appointed to carry out the necessary ar. rangements.

FERRYSIDE Co.VCKltT.—The second annual concert was given by the Ferry side Male Voice Party in connection with the evening classes on Saturday, April 9th. Each item was well received. Four choruses were rendered in capital style by the- MaleVoice Party, under the leadership of Mr. T. Davies, of Maes- mawr. Miss G Richards and Miss H Lewis, assisted in the accompaniments. The full programme was as follows-Pianoforte duet, "Fairy Queen," Misses M. C. and D. G. Mitchell; .chorus, "March of the Victors," Ferryside Male Voice Party (conductor, Mr. T. Davies); ng, "Down the Vale." Miss Beatrice Parry: duet, "'Gwys yr Gad." Messrs. W. Thomas and A. Jenkins; recitation. "Comrade Jim," Mr. Ewart Lewis; song. "Death of Nelson,' Mr. Willie Jones: song, "Volunteer Organist," Mr. W. Thomas: song, "Love's Coronation." with violin obligato. Misses Mitchell: chorus. ".The Little Church." Male Voice Party: duet, "Where rolis the Cauvery," Miss Beecroft. and Mr. W illlT^ Jones; pianoforte duet, "Mazurka, des Traineaiix." Misses Mitchell; trio. "Fair Flora Decks." Messrs. W. Thomas. I. Thonias, and A. Jenkins; solo. "The Holy City," Miss M. Thomas.; humorous dialogue, "16,000 Years Ago," Messrs. A. Dyke, C. Davies, and W. H. Mitchell: chorus, "Dewrion lei bum Gwalia." Male Voice Party: song. "The Storm Fiend." Mr Willie Jones; chorus. "On the Ram- parts/* Mai e Voice Party. j

BURRY PORT DEATH OF MK. JOHN OWKN.—Burry Port has lost one of its oldest and moist respected inhabitants by the death of Mr. John Owen, grocer, which took place at his residence in New-street ou Monday evening last. Mr. Owen was born at Morriston in 1839. and was in his 71st year. He came to Burry Port early in life, and had lieen a member Hf Jeru- salem Welsh Congregational Church for upwards of 61 vears, during 35 of which hi' served the office of deacon. He was for 30 years leader and con- ductor of Jerusalem Chapel Choir, during which time he worked strenuously and directed the per- formance of several oratorios. The performances of that well-known choir during the term of his con- ductorship are very well known in the district. Their annual concerts were looked forward to as the musical treats of 'the season. He was one of the guardians of the poor for the district for 10 years, and had always heen returned unopposed—the last t.imo just a week liefore his death. lie had been in business tts a grocer for 33 years.

LLANSTEPHAN UNIONIST MTETIX(J.—'On Friday evening, 8th inst, Mr. J. W. Jones Cremlyn, the prospective candidate for West Carmarthenshire, addressed a well-attendpd meeting of electors at the National Schools. Mr. Cremlyn, who was very heartily cheered, dehwred a capital address of an hour's duration, and his ar guments were most lucid and convincing, and to which the stoutest Liberal present could offer no opposition. The points to which attention was mainly directed in the Unionist policy were: Small ownership of land, great development of home-grow- ing corn, leading to less dependence on the foreigner and a greater use of the produce of our Colonies: that the high-water mark of taxation had been reached, so that some new source must be foilnd. and that lies only in Tariff Reform. and make the foreigner pay for the unrestricted use of our mar- kets; and that we ought to make the best use of our great Empire, as it is vast enough for England to be entirely dependent upon it for all source of supplies when it is fully developed. Mr. T. P. Jones, Darkway, proposed a hearty vote of thanks to Mr. Cremlyn for his encouraging remarks. Mr. Hamilton Roberts seconded, and it was enthusiastic- ally carried. A similar compliment was paid to the chairman on the motion of Mr. Cremlyn, seconded bye Mr. John James, Reading Room. DV.PAKTFRE.—The numerous friends and patrons of Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Williams. Edwinsford Arms, will regret to hear of their departure from this old- established hostelry, thereby severing a connection with the house, which has been tenanted by Mrs. Williams' ancestors for many generations past. They leave for a larger sphere of business in Car- marthen, followed by the best wishes of the many friends they had made though their geniality and cheerfulness, and unfailing courtesy in the house.

LLANDYSSUL PKESENTATIOX. —On Friday evening, at Tregroes, a very enjoyable tea-party wa.s given to the members of the Churc hand Sunday School of St. Ffraid's, by Mrs. Jones, Penlan, and Mr. D. Charles Jones, Pantycreuddvn, for whoee thoughtful generosity all were very grateful. In the evening an entertain- ment took place, presided over by the Rev. J. R. Jones, B.A. (vicar). A lengthy programme, full of very interesting items, songs, recitations, etc., was proceeded with. However, the feature of the even- ing was a presentation to Mr. David Thomas, Cwm- hyar. as a token of appreciation by churchpeople of the services rendered by him at Tregroes as a choir leader and Sunday School teacher Tor a period of forty years. The Vicar, in a very appropriate speech, referred to the many good things which t?haraoterifi £ >d Mr. Thomas, and referred in the highest terms to his knowledge oUliims ince he came to Llandvssul. Mr. John Jones Rhiwlug, also made some kind and appropriate remarks. The presentation of a marble clock was made, in a graceful way, by Miss Jones, Penlan. who had organised the matter throughout. Mr. Thomas suitably responded. The marble bronze clock was supplied by Mr. J. E. Jones, jeweller, Llandvssul, and bore the following inscription:—"Presented to Mr. David Thomas, Cwmhyar, by the Church of St. Ffraid's for faithful services as choir trainer and Sunday School teacher for 40 years. Easter, 1910." Thanks are due to Miss Jones, Penlan, the faithful organist of the Church for organising this well-deserved presentation. A hearty vote of thanks to the Vicar for presiding, proposed by Mr. David Charles Jones, seconded by Mr. David Thomas, Cwmhyar, brought an enjoyable evening to a close. PENIEL.—A most enjoyable evening was spent at this place on Wednesday, under the presidency of the Rev. W. Hughes, who knows the way to control a respectable audience. Mr. Rhys Rees, Marble- terrace, was the accompanist. A lengthy and appre- ciative programme of songs, recitations, etc., was proceeded with. FUNERAL.—On Wednesday, the funeral of Miss Mary Thomas, Blodfa, took place, the interment being at Pantdefaid. The officiating ministers were the Revs. G. S. Rees, B.A.. and T. A. Thomas, Pantdefaid. The greatest sympathy is extended to the bereaved .relatives. The chief mourners were: Messrs. Tom and David Thomas (sons): Mr. John Thomas, dentist (brother): Mrs. Jones, Rhoshill (sister), and Mr. David Thomas (Cloth HalJj. De- ceased 67 years of age. SUDDEN DEATH.—On Monday morning occurred the very sudden death of Mr. David Davies, Far- mers' Arms, and the sad intelligence has cast quite a gloom all over the district, where Mr. Davies was highly respected. THE INSTITUTE.—We note with very great plea- sure that. the prparation8 for the- opening of the Llandvssul Institute are rapidly completing, and in the course of practically a few days all will be ready. The young peope of the place will do well to take advantage of such new opportunities offered to them..

NEW QUAY BOABD OF GUARDIANS.—Thus year there was a dearth of candidates for the Board of Guardians at this place. Of the two candidates necessary, only one was forthcoming, but after the vacant post had been going a-begging for some time, we under- stand that our late rector, who is now stationed at Llanerchaeron. above Aberayron, bad at last to come to the rescue and fill the breach, as our representa- tive. COUNTY COUNCIL.—We are now afraid that the same thing will happen in the case of the vacant seat on the county council. Mr. E. J. Davies having been elevated to the aldermanic bench, it was found that not a single nomination, to fill the vacant sea, had been l'ent in in time, a.1though wp hear now that several are sorry that they have lost such an excellent opportunity. These faots illustrate what a fine opportunity New Quay offers to those who aspire to such honours. GOLF LINKS.—The Golf Links are now open. and we look forward to si rangers in quest, of health and recreation, paying us a visit to test the same. A well-known missionary, who has 6een a g-ood deal of the world, remarked to the writer (while walk- ing over the part where the Golf Links now are) the following remark:—"I have always considered this spot. where we now stand, to be the healthiest in the world." And certainly it. looks it. The breezy upland swept, by the pure air of the Atlantic, [ iwith. on one side, the vast expanse of waters stretching as far as the eye can reach, and the hoarse roar of the breakers beating the base of the cliffs below, on the other side a gentle curve to a beautiful vale so that one may almost fancy he is playing golf ou the curved back of a vast sea-monster.

NEWCASTLE-EMLYN AXCLING.—On Monday, Air. Tommy Davies. saddler, landed a nice salmon weighing 7 lbs. During last week he had several baskets of nioo trout, two of them being 5ilbs. and 81bs. Several others of our local angler. have done exceedingly well. P.S.A.—At the meeting on Sunday. Mr. B. P. Davies gave an address and a solo was sung by Miss Emily Hughes. DEATHS.—On Monday, at Llaudyfriog Churchyard, the mortal remains of Mr. David Davies, Bridgend. were laid to rest. At the house the Rev. E. Phillips. Bethel, officiated, and at Llandyfriog, the Rev. H. Jones, vicar, officiate<1. Deceased, w ho was 71 years of age, leaves a widow and three sons and three daughters, with whom the greatest sympathy is fplt. Another death we have to report is that of Mr. James Davies, Blaencillech, who was 67 years of age. The funeral took place on Thursday at Bryngwenitli. where the Rev. Dr. Dan Evans offi- ciated. For a period of 34 years deceased had been employed as a farm bailiff with Messrs. D. Davies and Sons, butchers. The greatest, sympathy is ex- tended to the two grown-up daughters, son, and other relatives. READING ROOM. — We are sorry to find that. an urgent meeting has been culled in connection with this movement, owing to lack of support. Let us hope that people will subscribe handsomely again to- wards its upkeep. ELECTION.—At Troedyraur on Wednesday an elec- tion of two member. for the Llandyssnl District Council took place. The result was declared as follows:—*Tliomas Morris, Cefnmaesmawr. 144; Thomas Lloyd Davies, Blaenafon. Ffostrasol. 90. Non-elected: *David Thomas, Felingw m. 85. It is strange to notice that- in the sanio district the County Council member secured 142 votes. PRESENTATION.—On Thursday evening, at Capel Dygwydd, a. very interesting meeting was held, pre- sided over by Col. Howell, J.P.. Pantgwyn. The meeting was organised as an occasion to hand over to the Rev. R. E. Davies. eurate-in-charge, a hand- some present on the occasion of his leaving the dis- trict for the benefice of Llanfihangel-Ystrad, Car- diganshire. Col. Howell. in the course of his speech, as usual full of humour, felicitously referred to the connection of Mr. Davies with every kind of movement in the neighlxnirhood as an unlimited parish. It gave him very great, pleasure to hand over a gold watch, accompanied with a purse of gold, to Miss Davies, whose faithful services as an organist had been experienced for some time. Mrs. Tyler, Glanhelig, presented the Rev. R. E. Davies on behalf of parishioners and friends, with an "aneroid barometer" bearing a suitable inscription, and also a purse of gold. In an appropriate speech she "expressed her hope that the aneroid would al- ways set fair. The Rev. D. Frauds. B.A., vicar of Llandygwydd, spoke most favourably of the genuine work accomplished by Mr. Davies on behalf of the church in the district. He also happily referred to the interest taken in such work by Mrs. Davies and the family, and in his remarks endorsed the wishes of all present as to his future prospects in the church. Dr. Powell..T.P. Newcastle-Einlyn. as usual, was homely in the humorous vein. In the course of his remarks very appropriately did he re- fer that "Glanau Aeron," even if it was at. present a sleepy place would soon be put. full of life when Mr. Davies was planted there. The activity of the Rev. R. E. Davies in all movements was amply testi- fied* to by Dr. Powell. Mr. George, one of the col- lectors towards the testimonial admirably spoke of the happy way in which they were received by all who willingly contributed towards the testimonial. The Rev. R. E. Davies. who was much affected at the severance of 15 connection, thanked them

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r> 4 llanon OAZAAK. A bazaar in aid of the VV«t IV i Sanatorium was held on the ZUt n t J5 ales t™1 in & verv ant cruw>u n't + *• J presided oyer by Miss Florence Lewes^'MiLs Grace Lewes and Mrs. Edmunds. Trefilan Asm ltn W W aiTclT' was Presided over Bv £ £ >ri "retcia ft a«flsted by Miss Jenkins, En- ^1^' i t 1 contail"ng contributions from thelocahty was in the charge of Miss Morgan Te Green assisted by Miss M. Williams. Miss Skinett Miss Jones, and Miss Manlev. These three stalk were made up of gifts from different friends Mi-s Wsfurtnskng tne first stall free of expend Dora Jones was generously helped bv friends hoW°"' f u S Morirati *^d besides the stall- holders contributions, gifts from different friend* among them being Miss Florence Lewes, who brought ferns and flowers, also Mrs. Price-Lewes. Tyglvn Mis. Hughes, Alltlwyd, sent a parcel of small articles. Miss Jone. Cyde Vale, fancv-work; the same from Miss Olivia Jones; Miss Evans Alumina: Miss Jenkins. Pantteg: Mrs. Pug-h. Llan- rhystyd. Mrs. Evans, Temperance, aL-.o sent flowers, and so did Mrs. Thomas. Bridge End; Mis, Rees, Court, and others, generously contributed to this Stall. Major Hughes sent a pointer for sale, and another dog came from Alltgoch. The 1 olio-wing gentlemen did a great deal of work dur- ing th.p, afternoon, with the side-shows, etc. :— ;.?'rs- D Jones Davies, Cecil Davies. Sinnert- Riohards J I B. Jones. vV. T. Evans, J. R. t Jarke, Cecil T)avies. Mansel Davies. and D. L Jenkins: Captain Jones. Rosemount: Mr. D. M. Jones, Mr. Reginald Jones, and Willie S. Davies made very good door-keepers. The refreshments were presided over by the ladies of the committee. The subscriptions towards the Sanatorium were verv successfully collected by Miss I^ewis, The. Vicarage"; Mrs. Davies, Clarovin-e (who proved a very energetic treasurer); Miss Sinnett-Jones and Miss Olivia Jones. These subscriptions made up the goodly sum of £14 18s. In all the bazaar realized the sum of R34 17". 8d., the local portion being jE27 10s., which sum has been handed over by the secretary. Miss W iliams, Glyn, to the account of the Sanatorium

BREUHFA ^MINISTERIAL.—We understand that the C.M. Church at Brechfa, and the sister church at Bont- ynyswen, have given a unanimous call to the Rev. J. W. Robinson, Tumble, to become the pastor, and that the invitation has been accepted.

LLANFIHANGEL-AR-ARTH At wuimacwy, in this parish occurred the verv sudden death of Mrs. Jacob on Tuesday. In the morning she was attending to her duties as usual, and she expired very suddenly about noon. The tragic sudden end has cast, .quite a gloom all over the place. AMBULANCE CLASS. A successful concert organ- ised by members' of the above class was held in the Llanfihangel-ar-a-rth School on Friday last (April 8th). Mr. Charles Lloyd, Waunifor, occupied the chair in his usual genial manner. The folowing items were contributed:—Songs, Miss Lena Phillips. Liandyssul: Miss Jenny Jones, Liandyssul; iMiss Maggie Davies, Dolbanta-u; Mr. William Evans. Liandyssul: Mr. Evan Richards, Llandvssul; Mr. Fred Davies, Landyssui (comic); Mr. John Price. Llanwenog; Mr. Gwilym Davies, Dolbantau: recita- tions, Mr. D. N. Williams. Lianwncn: pianoforte solos. Miss May Thomas, Carmarthen; gramaphone selections. Mr. E. H. Davies. Pencader: accom- panists, Miss Letitia Jones, Liandyssul; Miss May Thomas. and Mr. David Lewis, Pencader. During the. evening a creditable display of ambulance work I tias given by members of the class, under the super- vision of the secretary (Mr. Geo. H. Thomas): Mr. Walter Thomas. Cross Inn Villa, and Mr. GwIlym Davies. Dolbantau, acted as treasurer and secretary respectively.

LLANDILO LICLXSKD VICTUALLERS. — At a quarterly meeting of the Llandilo and District Licensed Victuallers and Beer Sellers' Association held at the Black Ox Inn, Llandilo, on Wednesday, the 6th day of April. 1910, Mr. Thomas Ambrose, the vice-president, in the chair, a letter was received from Mr. Evan Thomas. Greyhound Inn. Penvbank, Llandilo (the pre-id en U resigning his position as. too president. of the Association. It was unanimously agreed that his resignation be not accepted for the present — that the members of the Association sympathised with llilll 1n his present trouble, and it was further decided that several of the members call upon him with the view of prevailing ui>on him to withdraw hi- resignation and to continue as their President as heretofore. INQUEST.—An ernjuirv was held at the waiting- room at the Railway Station, Llandilo, on Thurs- day by the coroner for the district, into the circum- stances attending the death of Mr. William Jones. Loudon House, Ammanford, whose death occurred with painful suddenness on the station platform. Deceased, who was about 63 years of age, was one of Ammanford's oldest and most respected trades- men. He left Ammanford by rail for Llandilo on Thursday morning, having some business to transact at the latter town. Deceased was tlie son of the late Mr. W. Jones. He was a native of the district and since his father's death had carried on a very successful drapery business at London House. He had been a member of the School Board and of the new I rban District Council, whilst lie held the posi- tion of treasurer to Bethany Calvimstio Chapel. He took a keen interest in public affairs, and was the moans of securing an improved train service for the Amman Valley. He was of a kind, genial, and benevolent disposition, and his end will be especially amongst the oldest residents keenly felt. He leaves a widow and six children.—At the inquest., Mr. Willie Jone. eldest son of deceased, gave evidence of identification.—Mr. William Rees, Alan-road. Llandilo, described how he met deceased in Alan- road that morning. He had come up by the nine o'clock train from Ammanford, and was returning station wards about a quarter of an hour later, and hurrying along. Witness had a brief conversation with him. He said what an awful thing it was to have to hurry for the train. Just after lie left wit- ness he staggered and fell down. Witness after- wards assisted in taking deceased down to the sta- < tion premises. He had to be laid down. He gasped a few times and 1 hen died. Deceased's son. in answer to questions, said that his father did not complain of being more unwell than usual on the previous night. He knew that he suffered from diabetes and had been under medical treatment. Dr. W. A T. Lloyd, Llandilo. gave it as his opinion that death was duo to heart failure. Diabetes always affected tlie action of the heart, and it was ■very- probable that hurrying for the train induced heart failure. A verdict in accordance with the medical evidence wa" returned

CARMARTHEN COUNTY UNIONIST ASSOCIATION TWO SEPARATE ORGANISATIONS FORMED A mating of the Carmarthenshire Conservative and Cnionist Association was held at the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel. Carmarthen, on Saturday. Mr. Mervyn Peel presiding, when the question of forming two separate organisations for tlie eastern and western divisions of tho county, with a view to carrying on an active campaign, was considered. It was decided, OIl the motion of Mr. T. W. Barker, Oakhnds, that this be done. "ir Jame-z W. Drummond. Bart.. C.B.. in propos- ing a vote of thanks to the chairman, complimented iMr. Peel on th", pallanj fight he made in the- eastern division at the last election,

SOCIAL GAIHEKINOS.—The last social e'-cning in I '(II1IH:'Ct,lonwitn tI. St. Peter's Atari's Society was netd on Wednesday night lust auu tooii tho Itinn oi a. oouee supper, lne itev. i). 'i. Alban pieMciect over a large attendance or men. During evening the toiiowing programme 01 music wan L'uiio tinouga:—urainapnone selections, >ir iSic-hol Is; .•solids, Mr. inns j-ewis, Air. Cuniiy, Air. Negus, Rev. Aldrea Williams, and Mr. V. Bart-leu, and i (-citations by Air. Mkldieton. In lllC interval the men sat aown to a most enjoyable supper, which had been provided by the lames 01 the parish, with .Mis. Pugne Jirvans at the hpad. to w110m a very hearty vote 01 tlianks was pas.eu. cnairman (It the. committee, Air. D. Lloyd, '.the Avenue, and the -ccretarijos, Messrs. -1'. l_higsux.T^ nd l lie van Arthur, also tho accompanist, Air. Watts, were also awarù(',{1 votes ot tiianKs Jor their work during the past session, which l1as bpell most success- ful. 1'1Ie k0110w lUg gentlemen icau JMl lS at 1,111' gatherings during iauy-iiUli: 'the ty. t'i'iiicij.a! Carry, Mr. W. Bidgood, Mr. H. S. Holmes, Mr. S. Hooie, Air. R. iMcole, and Air. 1' jollier The proceedings closoo with ttw slDging of "Auld Lang DEMISE.—The Post Office staff at Carmarthen, a large circle of friends and ACQJ;I :ita.*O< s will moiiru the deatn of ATT. Thomas .Phillips, POM, < Mlioe cleric, Ael-y-bryn, Union-street, wnioh <>c- curied on Friday morning last. Deceased, who old) AS years of age, had been ailing ijr s->J:.e ■ \ca.rs,. but the end came very For A < loiijcr..period he had been a devoted and ASSIDUOUS member at Water-street Chapel, wheie nb AN SALLO a IIl1 GENIAL disposition won hIll1 tne respect and' of all. The sympathy of all goes out, to THE WIDTW and only child in their bereavement. interment WAS macie at the Cemetery on AIEU<y afternoon last, and was well attended. A short vioe was conducted at the house by lne Rev. I'rwfessor Jones and the Rev. W. D. Kowiands, Uio latter also officiating at the chapel and graveside. chief mourners were:—Mrs. Pin I hps (widow); ALIASES Francis and Edith Phillips (sisters); Air. AND Robert Thomas (brother-m-iaw and sister); Mr and Airs. Giyn Jones, B.A., Colwyn PLAY (hither in law and sister); Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Dryslwyn (lather and mot-her-in-Jaw) AND Messrs. John, Daniel and Tedd Jones (brothers- IN Jaw). Beautiiul wreaths were sent by the sorrow- ing wife, Posunaster and Poat Ottice stall; the ,\FI.•>.•*« Parry, Taberuacieterracc; ur. axwi Mrs- Alfred Thomas, Hwyndewl, Lniou-street; Jiev. LEWIS Dav.es, Krwoodd Breconshire; and from his :i1,f"N. Tne widow and relations wish to thank ali those who sent messages ot sympathy with .them iu (LIEU- bereavement. >P>XIAL COUNTY PETTY SESSIONS.—Held on Wed- nesday last, betorc. Mr. John Lioyd, PHnyhank (i II lie- chair), and Alderman Walter Lloyd, Lammas- >i reet (mayor of Carmarthen).— Enima Jones-Again: I'.11una Jones, a gipsy, a notorious character, was brought up in custody charged with stealing 2s. 6d. j" means of a trick.— Arthur Gwatkui..a inan-scr- viint. in the employ of the Bishop of St. David' .vaid that on the previous day defendant, called at •In Palace, hawking laces. Witness, who was just yuin? out on a message, told her to go .away. Ho had half-a-crown in. his hand, and defendant asked f him to let. her cross his hand with tlio silver. Hhe .snatched the coin from him, and crossed his hand with it, mumbLng something. As she was under the influence of drink, anil seemed very funny, witness< asked for the money back, but defendant said, "No, von shan't have a farthing," and left the Palace. Witness then gave information to the p<dice.—P.C. Da-rid Evans, Abergwili, spoke to arresting defen- dant at the Coopers' Arms. Carmarthen, at 2.20 on the. Jme day. She was under the influence of drink and was locked up. When cautioned and charged with the offence, she said, "I say nothing. 1 there. I am guilty."—Defendant- now pleaded "Guilty."—Supt Jones said that there were 27 previous convictions against defendant -for larceny, i-ohherv with violence, unlawful wounding, cruelty. etc. She had spent three years short of one week II prison.—The Chairman: This is a very bad re- cord.—Defendant; 1 .shan^t- «ome hero again. I haul away from the drink Ifor some time, but my master had left me for about four months. He came hack to me, and in the excitement of him coming imek I had a little drop of drink. I don't recollect being there. I have got 16 children, and am reariiu/ the little ones now. I am never in trouble if I can keep away from it.—She was sent to prison for one month with hard labour, and was removed weeping. ( MUTUARY. The death took place after a short ili- on Friday last, at his residence, 2, Blue-street, Carmarthen, at the. age of 41 years, of Mr. FREIL William Baker. The deceased, who was a saddle and umbrella salesman, was a native of Norwich, and was a wel-known figure at all fairs and markets ¡ 1\ North and South Wales, and through his ircniiiHty and urbanity was a. prime favourite amoii £ r,st his confreres. He leases a widow and t N o daughters to mourn their loss, whorri the sjreafiflst sympathy is expressed in their affliction.. The funeral took plaoe on Alotiday. the place of in- lernient being the Cemetery. At the house. MR. JL Navies, lay reader at St. Peter's, read a portion OF S< ripture. and prayed, AN/1 the iRe-v.1 L). '1. A1 bar senior curate of St. Peter's, performed the buriall RILES at tlie graveside. The funeral was very largely attended, and included the members of the tv.o LODGES of the Ancient- Order of Buffaloes in their regatta. A large number of floral tributes were re- received from wife and children Daniel and Sarah; Mr. Bennett, Aberystwyth Mr. and Mrs. Beard, AND family, Wellington, Salop: Esther Jones; Willie Bennett; A. Richards, AND Katie Williams; BESSIE and Katie Phillips; Mr. and Mrs. "Butters; the- brethren of the Carmarthen Lodges, R.A.O.B. M. JINKS, Shrewsbury; Lizzie Owens; Agnes and Ethel, alll, and Edie; Mr. and Mrs. FRANK Crows, Wrexham; Mr. and Mrs. David we! MI-s. Baker and family wish to thank all kind friends for their letters of sympathy and condolence' it. t Iwir affliction, a.nd for the liandsome wreaths sent. The letters and telegrams are too numerous to answer individually. tiifAMMAK ScHOOt SPORTS.-—-The students ot tin tirainmar School held their annual sports on Thur.s- j da> in last week, and, favoured with line weather, r the event proved a great success. Some good sport t. wa- seen, and greatly enjoyed by the large number iiresfut The arrangements were carriud out by a !•, nit'tee of the masters. Mr. E. S. Allen (head- master) being the pre"idellt.. Mr. E. F. Bidgood was the sUrt-er, while H. E. Ileeves acted as time- IvCi'i^T. The following wvro tho results.:—-100 yard. (nvT 14): 1, F. Thomas (.scratchy; 2, W. Brunk^r (5\11.); 3 J. J. Lewis (3vds). Time. 10 High jump (over 14): 1, G. Jones; 2, T Williains Height, 4f) llins. Throwing cricket ball (over 14). 1, L T. i)avies; 2, T. Williams. Sack race (umler 14): 1, r»- R. Morris: 2, E. Jones; 3, G- Nichohe-. Three-leg-red race (over 14): 1, C- Joiws and 1. Williams; 2. A. O. Jones and J. J. Lewis. r 44u var-L. (over 14): 1, F. Tliomas (6yds); 2, T. Williams 110nls). Time. 67s«,cs. Egg and spoon raee (undN 14) 1. J; K Thomas; 2, A. J. M. Evans; 3, C. :1- Dav ii-s. Long jump (over 14): 1, T. Williums; 2. (J Jones- 3 J. J. Lewis. 100 vards (over 14): 1. Keg. Lewis (4yds); 2, Martin (10yds). Tim?, 12 4-5seos. Stick race (over 14): 1, W. S. Morns; 2. W ..1. Griffiths. Egg and spoon race (over 14): 1. T Williams 2, W. G. Phillips. Mile raee (over 14, 1 1'. R. Bowen (70vds). 5mm. 13^secs. Old Ixivs race: 1, T. H. Jenkins; 2, Stanley Lewis. At iiie dose. the prizes were distributed by the Mayoress (Mrs. Walter Lloyd), who warmly congratulate!! the winners on their success, and asked the Headmaster to accord them a half-holiday next term. Mr. Allen warmly thanked the Mayoress for her kindlier m "ivin"- away the prizes, and acceded to her request for a half-holiday. He then called for three cheers t'or the Mayoress, which were heartily accorded by the 1)0*9 and those present.. MlSS BucKi.KV's ('HOIK.—This excellent choir of titdio- is almost the only remaining representative vf the fkiurisliing choral societies of Carmarthen. P(,V,, who look back with regret at the time wlwe the town was able to support I wo large choirs, when annual performance of important, work* rankle* amollg the chiof events of a ( arinarth^n win- ter need not give up all hope of seeing those dav* rev i vet'. so long as the usages of pub- licly .performing vocal pieces are kepi alive .by little societies such as The wvrd: little does not carry the meaning unim- portant in this case, for the choir under notice has Ilea ten :cll comers at the National Eisteddfod, and tuis everv prospect of doing so this year at ( olwyit It Iwas to get. funds for the next "National that Miss Buckley's choir gave II. concert at the Assembly Rooms on Thursday, April 7th, and Miss her ladies must have been very grati- !.¡;t.h bv the size of the audience and the waTIIt appreciation which met their efforts. Mr. P. J. Wheldon,though not actually ju the chair, acted as -conductor, and in face of a rather long programme verv wisely prohibited encores. The programme WAS largely occupied by contribution* from i IIdiy i. members of the choir, and much A* their efforts ■WEN* onioved the audience would have gladly heard them SING collectively n. little oftlwr tha* they had Hie opportunity of doing. There were only two part songs allotted to the choir, but an unmistake- ahle en COR*- for the first of them was responded to AT end of the PROGRAMME -by 'Flcmers of FR*|»ri». which was the test-piece at A former Na- tional and the eoniposer of which. Mr. OWE., Jones was present, in the audience. The retk-ins its characteristic of a wealth of really BEANTIFUL tone, which, joined to the careful 6;nd <•AI.AL.LE tmining of Miss Buckley produced singing W-LUC'I! was 'lwartilv enjoyed. The accompanist Were Miss May Matthews and Mr. T. S. Puddicombe, the ru-ogramnie in detail was as follows: Pianoforte <L«et, L>Tarantelle," Misses Jell revs and LLO. duPt, "Bitter Sweet," Misses L. and M. JENKINS; song, "1 think," Miss (iladys Evans: song, "TWO Twilights." Miss Catherine Jones: recitation, MISS Klorrie Hodges; song. "Spring Garlands, :\1 Edith Hitrris; song, "Forget me not. Miss OAVIES; part song, "Come Sisters Come," the *lie=i r (tambourin<\ Miss Daisy Jones; castanets and Wangle, Messrs. V. and L. Jones): song, "lwlI a htil" while has flown." Miss G. Isaac; song, Mr. '"•wis GILES; pianoforte sojo, K,I)<'Uxiomo ScIk'tzo WLIOPM), Miss Elsie Jones: duet. ''IF was a Lover hit LulIs," Misses L. Dame] 1111d H. J. Jones. "'011' "Daffodils a-blowing." Miss Gladys Jones: "Reyond Earth's Shadowland, Miss M. •'vans, duet, "May Day Morn," Misses M. Jones ■uid M Daniel; song, ''My ain Folk," Miss Olive •'ONES; song, "Orange Blossoms." Miss Irene Wil- LLIN'5" SONK> ''ISEA Maidens," the Choir: song, "R. Lewis Giles; violin solo, Mr. Victor Jones. SHIPPIK'.? "Mv-rthyr" Friday, th. inst., with a cargo of pri»e filate floSr and barley nieai. SUNDAY INSTITUTE.—Las £ Sunday afternoon the' members of t Sunday Institute had another treat, at their meeting held in the English Wesleyan j Chapel, when an interesting and. edifying address on "Poetry" WAS given by 1.1r. Henry Howells, J.P who sjioke a-s only those who have been vlrinkinK deepty at the Pieriaa spring can speali. and evidently verj- anxious that the claims of the poetic muse should bo fully recopnised. At. ho wa- meJicemor/t Mr. Howells said that he felt that sorie- how or other tho love for poetry was as :str,»ng and ard<cit as it used 'to be in years gone by. rChat was it -gntNit loss, because the love of poetry hffd an elevating ¿nd refilllinginfluence. upon aJl win. took a deliphu in it. There. a tendency to-day to go in for everything that was practical—eve^thing being brought. te> itheitest- of practical value. They telke>fr not so nanxch of growing intellectually and morallv :1. they did of getting on in tl* world. Tb onn leading idea to-day was to gathe" wea.lth"1 &Dd overythins: wli1ch did not tend h that direction was put, ivsid-e as hindrance and a stitftib^ing-ldock- The 1II{.re metvtncyn of poetry was almost an anachronism. Poetry was applied by the ancient •Gr^M'ks to date the artistic productions of the imagination expressed in language. -Poetry was not necessarily verse. The Book of Ruth ^vas decidedly >poetic<U, r..lt.hoj.1gh its composition, was strictly prosaic. The Samp could be said in morp l-emark- able degree 'of Books of Job af d Isaiah, which, although written in prose were fedl of the most sublime tv»try. Jeremy Taylor, 'Burke, Carlyle, linskin, lihxferson. and many others had written1 poetry in prose as richly and profoundly ima-gina-: a1- t.t)C.t of by professit>n. The essential of it. true, poet were given in the old Welsh Triad J He must have an eye to see Namre: a heart to feel Naturo; and a genius to sympathise with Nate re. That was—an eye to see the sublime; a. responsho chord ÏntJlO heart to feel it, and a genius to trans- form that feeling into language. A poet. saw the thing's that others saw, but also saw a great <deal To prove that point Mr. Howells gave, a nU/I1.ber of appropriate quotations frorr Tennyson, Burns, and Woods worth. He also expressed his be- lief that, (.hem wa-s a spark of poetry in every Train's soul, which if it could be geft. at, and to break the crust, might be the means of redeeming men from a low, mercenary and sensuous existence. Mr. Howells also gave a number of quotations from "Gray's Elegy," as examples of tine poetry, and concluded by saying thLt if anything he had saId that day. was the means of 1eaôill tho young people to cultivate a lovo and desirn for that which was most beautiful and tender in poetry he" would well satisfied with the result. Mr. I towel Is' ad- dress was much appreciated, and the menlbers Uie Institute are looking forward for the fulfilment of his promise to give them another. Next. Sunday Mr. J. J. Willia.rns, Carne Villa, will address the Institute at 3.35 sharp. All over fourteen are cordi- aJl ;r¡..i1.3.

all for eir. kind attitude towards him and his family, especially on this occasion. The Rev. R. E. Davies has been a model country parson, full of activity in social life and church" work, and his removal to the Vale of Ayron will in time te ex- perienced as a great loss in Church spheres tlirou^r'i out the Vale of Teify. COUNTY COUBT.—At the bi-monthly sitting, feefore Judge Bishop, on Saturday, David Thomas, collier Brynheulog, Cilrhedyn, claimed from John Clarke. woollen manufacturer. Cilrhedvn, the sum of B2 the value of manure taken away belonging to plain- i solicitor, appeared for plain- Sfr h i D T George, solicitor, defended.— Sarah Thomas, Brynheulog, Capel Iwan. said that On twf ?7tVen%ntT°f Br-vnl?eu1^ from year to vear. On the 17th of January last she saw John Clarke coming to fetch the manure from the pine end of her house The manure, being an ash heap, be- onged to her, she having placed it there. He took was et^htnia ^>an' ^nd,had tv'° men with him. Ir ei-ht loads, and she valued it at £ 2 He also took away a portion of the hedge, which thev had thou-htitheeKt7ldS alorJ2TJ° of th" road. She and "the hou e ltWaS boundar-v between the field ash*- t w-as not a custom to give the