The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

LLANDYSSUL GALLANT RESCUE.—A gallant rescue from drown- ing in the River Teifi was effected about eight o'clock on Saturday evening last, at Llandyssul, by Mr Ben Jones Davies, Albion House, an Oron- ian, home on holidays. Mr. David Evans, a stone- mason, residing at Spian-etreet, Aberystwyth, who was visiting his brother-in-law at Dolwerdd Pendre, accidentally tumbled over the retaining wall at the bottom of the garden into the river, which was greatly swollen after the recent heavy flood. A neighbour happened to hear two distinct splashes in the water, but no cries, and ran along the bank with a lighted lamp. The brother-in-law rushed into the main street, and gave the alarm. Some members of an institute closo by quickly rushed to the rescue. Mr. Davies, divesting himself of his coat and wastcoat, jumped into the fast-running stream. Though the night was very dark, he suc- ceeded in getting hold of the half-drowned man and swimming with him to a safe landing place at the flight of steps at the rear of theinstitution. DEATHS.—It is with regret we record the death of Mr James Williams, Wells-street, which occurred I this week.—Another sad death we have to report is That of Mrs. Evans, Penlonwen. TREAT.—On Tuesday Major Cass, D.S.O., gave his annual treat to the scholars attending the Council School. Every care had been taken to see that the little ones were nobly attended to. Major Cass was I accorded a very hearty vote of thanks on this generous occasion, and there is a warm corner of true loyalty and enthusiasm to Major Cass in every little heart in the place. RE-t-sic-N.-Th(- former students of the County School held their re-union meeting this week. Mr. Rice Griffiths, New College, London, presided. Miss M. A. Hughes was vice-president; secretaries, Mr. Oliver Lewis and Miss Maggie Thomas. The follow- ing new officials were appointed:—President, Mr. Ben Jones Davies, Albion; vice-president, Miss Ajah Davies; secretaries, Mr. Edward Lewis, Gomer- ian Press, and Miss Clara Jones, Derw Mills. A committee of twelve were appointed. After the I general meeting there was a reception in the hall. Tea was provided, and then there were progressive games, songs, and impromptu competitions. The prize for the champion solo was secured by Mr. Dick Evans. The prizes for the progressive games were awarded to Mr. George Evans, Llandyssul, and Miss Bessie Jones, Prospect-place. A hearty vote of thanks was proposed to Mr. and Mrs. W. Lewis, M.A., County School, for the kind interest they take in these meetings every year. Before depart- ing the popular songs of "Auld Lang Syne," "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." and "God save the King" were rendered, and a well-attended meeting of old stu- dents was brought to a close. PETTY SESSIONS.—These were held on Wednes- day at the Porth Assembly Rooms, before Messrs. Claries Lloyd (chairman], D. J. Lloyd, Jenkin Jones, James Griffiths, and Ben Davies. Transfer.—The license of Farmers' Arms, Pen- cader, was transferred from Mr. Evan Evans to Miss Rachel Evans. Exemptions.—The magistrates expressed their wish that farmers should send in their applications for dog exemptions early in January.

VELINDRE SHOOTING MATCH.—On Tuesday a shooting inarch was held in a field belonging to Mr. J. R. Thomas, Red Lion Hotei. The officials were: Chairman, lr. David Lewis. Gilfach; treasurers. Messrs. E. Evans and J. R. Thomas; secretary, Mr. S. Davies, Pant- delyn, Penti-ecourt The judges were Messrs. Grant, J. E. James, Salutation Hotel, and Enoch Williams, Newcastle-Emlyn. The awardo wore as follows:— Second Class: 1 and 2, J. Evans, Ffynonllewelyn, Llandyssul; 3, D. Evans, White Mill, Abergwili. Stepping 100 yards: David James Young. Velindve. Tug-of-War: Mr. David Williams and team. The shooting for the silver cup will be announced again. EISTEDDFOD.—A very successful eisteddfod was held at Soar on Tuesday evening, and a fuller report will appear in our Welsh column. Chair Poern: Mr. Sam Owens (Owain Wyn), Velindre. Chief Choral: Horeb (Mr. Jenkin Evans). Juvenile Choir: Soar, led by Mr. Ben Jones. Solo baritone: How oil David Evans, Drefach. Tenor: David Thomas, Nantgarran. Children (boys): Williet Davies, Abev- bank School House: (girls), M. Jones. Dangraig. Ear Test: Ervri Jones, Garn, Dolbenmaen. Draw- ing: Arthur Jones, Rhychwyrn Mills. CLOSYGRAIG.—On Monday the annual meeerings of the Sunday Schools of Saron and Closygraig were held at Closygraig. Tlie schools were catechised by the Revs. S. E. Prytherch, Lampeter, and T. E. Owen, Saron.

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NEWCASTLE EMLYN GCLDE WEDDING.—On Christmas Day was cele- brated the golden wedding of Mr. and Mrs. T. T. Elias, Tanybryn. Mr Elias lias seen 75 summers and Mrs Ellis has seen i3. They were married at Bethel Methodist Chapel on Christmas Day, 1860, by the Rev J. Jones, New Quay. Mr. Elias is the son of the late Mr. Daniel Elias, Brongest, and Mrs. Elias is a native of Newcastie-Emlvn. Mr. Elias was educated at the Dr. Davies' Normal College. Swansea, and for a very long period, nearly 40 years, was in charge of the successful Emlyn Gram- mar School. Among his eminent pupils were the Rev. Eilir Evans, Cardiff; T. Cunlo Griffiths, El vet Lewis, M.A., Emlyn Jones, Morriston, and a lot of other prominent Emiynians. DEBATE.—A meeting was held on Friday, presided over by Dr. Lloyd. The attendance was good, and an excellent paper was read by Mr. James Jones, solicitor, on "Referendum." Among those who spoke were Mr. D. T. George, solicitor; Dr. Powell, Mr. John Phillips, Mr. Hughes, etc. Much interest was taken in the paper and the timely subject.

GWEtfNLLWYN, hENLLAN A meeting of the Sunday Schools of Horeb and Gwernllwyn was held at the latter place. Anthems were sung by the School Choirs, and the members were catechised by the Rev. D. D. Walters, Bryn Seion.

NEW QUAY CANTATA.—At the Tabernacle C.M. Chapel on Boxing night, a very successful concert was held in connection with the "Band of Hope" belonging to the chapel. The Rev Gwilym Williams, B.A., pastor, presided. The programme, which consisted of two parts, was as follows—Part I -Pianoforte sulo, Miss ii.vans, Polruan solo, Mr T. P. Timothy: -orig, Miss Lena Harris: reoitation, Mr ,J. H. Davies; solo, Miss Lloyd, Rose Hill; solo, Mr In II Pierce (encored); the performing by the j Band of Hope of the cantata, "The Crown of the Year." by the Band of Hope; under the baton d Mr T. P. Timothy; accompanist, Miss Evans, Pol- ruan. The excellence of the performance of the cantata hy the little ones reflects great credit upon those whose duty it was to train up the juveniles.

< CARDIGAN PRESENTATIONS.-At the breaking-,F of the Council School for the Christmas holidays on Fri- day last, two presentations were made at the beys' department. The first was in the form of a solid silver pencil case to an old scholar—Albert Evans—who had recently left school. Albert had passed through all the standards in the boys' de- partment (seven years' attendance) without having missed a single attendance, and on searching for the record cf his career at the infants' depart- ment it was found that for the last two years he was there he had missed only one attendance-his record therefore being 8 years' attendance with- a -i?nglc absence. The headmaster warmLv complimented Albert for his faithfulness, dili- gence, punctuality, and progress, and expressed the hope that he would continue the good start he had made, that he would whatever sphere of life he would occupy, serve his employers with the samn zeal and diligence. The fact was made known that his eldest, brother had been as regular in his attendance while at school, and that his youngest brother, who is now in Standard V. has not missed a single attendance for upward I of seven years. Albert was loudly choered when he stepped forward to receive the small gift The Mher presentation. wlrbh took (Ihe form a dressing case, was made to Mr.. David James Jones, who had been employed as an uncertificated teacher at the school for five years, but who had Y'°Wi-ff r- as a normal student to the T l.niVe,mty Co,le^- Mr Jones had been a faithful and successful teacher, alwavs ready to do his utmost, and very loyal to his employers by his strict attention to duty. Both the presenta- hons were subscribed for by the scholars and staff i were made by the headmaster (MB John K van s).

ABERGWILI DEATH. It is with deep regret that we have to record this week the death of Mr. Thomas Dyer High-street, Abergwili, and formerly of Bishop's who passed away on Monday night, the 19th inst..For five years deceased has been continuously suffering from illness, and during the last three months was totally confined to his bed. With great patience he has silently endured all to the very last rhu Zi* a /a?hf"11Imember of Peniel Independent Chapel, and his fellow-members there will greatly miss him. Throughout the vicinity deceased was well-known, and was greatly esteemed by all who knew him. He leaves a widow and one son, who is a chauffeur to Mr. J. Cory, of Cardiff, to mourn his loss. On Friday following, a large crowd of relatives and friends assembled to pay the last 7rute ..to J}19 ^mains, which were interred at 4^;r"wi11 Church burial ground. The Revs. D Williams, Ebenezer, Abergwili, and H. T. Jacob emel were the officiators at deceased's residence,' and the Revs. T Thomas (vicar), and D. J. Evans (curate), at the church and graveside.

ST. oWMFFKWD C.E.M S. On Friday, the 23rd instant, a meeting was held at St. Anne's Schoolroom in connection A u V k ,The chair vvas occupied by Col. Aslett, Bolahaul, who is president for this year On this occasion a paper was read by Mr T. A. Hancock St. David's College, Lampeter, on the subject of Friendship Needless to say Mr. Hancock dis- tinguished himself in his usual able manner Al- though "Friendship" is an exceedingly wide subject, yet he succeeded in covering a large sphere-using quotations from such men as Addison, Emerson, Ben Johnson, and Cicero. The usual vote of thanks wa.s proposed by the Rev. Idris Roberts, and seconded by Mr. James Bowen. Col. Aslett, Mr. E. J. Yates (lion, sec.), and Mr. D. LI Davies (Lampeter College) also spoke in eulogistic terms of Mr Hancock's paper.

ST. CLEARS Ir, John Hinds, M.P., presided at a meeting at Sion Baptist. Chapel, St. Clears, on Monday night. Dr. Gomei Lewis, of Swansea, delivered one of his popular lectures, the subject, "Beauty of Variety," being dealt with in a most masterly manner

PEN lEI., GRAND COXCERT. A very enjoyable concert was given at the above place on Tuesday last by the school children. Mr. J. G. Davies, Cwmparlc, occu- pied the chair. Mr. Glyn Jacob, Brynsiriol, acted as stage-manager, and Miss Davies, Cwmpark, gave every satisfaction as accompanist. A word of praise is due to Miss L. Mathias, who took great trouble to teach the children the various items which were contributed. The schoolroom was crowded to overflowing long before the appointed time. This concert is eagerly looked forward to aud well attended every year, but this one lias beaten all previous records. Every item on the programme was enthusiastically encored. The follow- ing programme was gone throughPart 1: Song, "Hark the Herald Angels' Sing," School Children; pianoforte ;0-010, liss J. Davies; song, "Nurses," School Children; song, Miss M. E. Jones, Pentref- ynys, Peniel: recitation, Miss Mary Ann Jones Capelbach, Penie]; song, "Gipsies," School Chil- dren; pianoforte duett, Misses Ada Davies, Pres- wvlfa. Peniel, and M. M. Jones, Penllain, Peniel; soiig, "This is East, etc. School Children; duett, Misses E. Thomas, Brynhvfryd, and Getta Davies Tyrbach, Peniel. Part 2: Song. "Johnnies." School Children; pianoforte sofo. Miss M. E. Jones; duett, Misses Gwladys Price, School House, and Ada Davies, Preswylfa: tambourine drill, School Girls: pianoforte solo, Miss L. Davies; minstrels. School Children; recitation, Miss C. Evans, Pentresite, Peniel, song, School Children. The proceedings came to a close by the rendering of the Welsh National Anthem, "ÍIen Wlad fv Nhadau."

LLANSAbWRN ENTERTAINMEXT.—A very successful entertainment was held at the schoolroom on Monday night, the proceeds from which are to go in aid of the Church of England Waifs and Strays and the local Nursing Association. Col. Lloyd-Harries, Llwyn- dewi, presided. In the course of his address, he proposed a vote of sympathy with Miss Peel, Danyr- allt, the organizer of the entertainment, in her ill- ness, and expressed sorrow at her being unable to be present to enjoy the fruit of her arduous labours in getting together such a varied and instructive ptrogramm,<t. The school children. under the management of Miss Gibbins. gave four action songs. which were greatly appreciated. During the evening some readings were given by Mr. Mervvn Peel and Mr. Evans. Miss Easton contributed to the vocal part of the programme, her songs being re- ceived with Joudiv-demanded encores. The Misses Jones and Lewis also gave songs, which were greatlv appreciated. The famed Llansadwrn Glee Party, under the conductorshin of Mr. James Rees. ren- dered "Awake Aeolian Lyre" with taste and finish, whilst Co1. Lloyd-Harries gave some violin solos in I his inimitable style. Before the finish Mrs. Lloyd- Harries and Miss Easton contributed a humorous duologue, entitled "Cheerful and Musical. which evoked roars of laughter. The acting of both ladies I was highly creditable. The proceedings ended with the usual votes of thanks, and the singing of "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau" and "God save the King."

PANTYFFYNON MUSICAL SUCCESS.—At the Manordeilo Rist held last week, Miss Fowler, Pantyffynnon, won the champion solo (out of eight competitors), and she was also succossful in the soprano solo competition..

LLANGADOCK FUXEBAL.—As might have been expected when one recalls the respect and esteem in which the deceased was held, a very large and representative crowd of sympathizers came together last week to pay their last tribute to the memory of the late Mr. Joseph Godfrey Jackson, landlord of the Rail- way Hotel. As landlord of the hotel named he wad a familiar figure in the town and neighbourhood for over 30 years, and his assistance in connection with local events was always greatly valued, particularly the annual sports at Eastertide. Signs of mourning were observable throughout the village. Shops were closed and blinds were drawn at private residences. The Vicar (the Rev. Wm. Rees, R.D.), assisted by the Rev v. Jones, vicar of Gvvynfe, and the Rev Thomson-Jenkins, vicar of Manordeilo, officiated at the obsequies. The chief mourners were: Mrs. Jackson (widow): Mr and Mrs Burgess (daughter and son-in-law), Swansea; Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Thomas, Swansea (daughter and son-in-law); Mr. R. G. Jackson, Hereford (son); Mr. and Mrs. Michael, Ffairfach, Llandilo (daughter and son-in-law); Messrs W. G. Jackson and Albert Jackson (sons); Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Lewis, Ammanford (daughter and son-in law) Mr. Ben Richards, Llandilo (son-in- law); the Mioses Mabel and Flossie Richards (grand-children): Mr Harding Richardson (grand- son); Mr. Ben Jackson, Llandovery (brother of de- ceased); Mr. Godfrey Jackson, Hereford (nephew); Mrs. Jones, Talley Road (niece); Mrs. Davies, Aud- ley House, Llandovery (niece); Mr. Harry Jackson, Llandovery (nephew); Mrs. Jones, Llanelly (sister-in- law). Amongst the general public present we noticed Mr. J. -G. Harries, Penybont; Mr. Walter Lewi- Mr. Tudor Lewis, Mr. A. Frederic Lewis, and Messrs. Williams, Brane Mill; R. Lewis, J.P., Brownhill; Mo ris, Caerhyn; — Jones, Glansawdde; Picton Davies; Moses, Cnchont; E. Davies, Gelly House; Joseph. Church House; W. Evans, D.C., Cross Inn, L!o-iddausant; W. Stephens, butcher, Llandilo; J. Jones, stationmastcr; W. Griffiths, Dol- bant; Griffith- Brvnheulog; Evan Lewis, Smith- held; Rees, Scjmire a:id Compass; Mr. Shopland; Messrs. David Davies, station foreman; W. Wright and J. Wright, Llangadock; J. Jones. Golden Lion. Carriages were sent by Col. Lloyd-Harries, J.P., E. P. Lloyd, J.P., and the Rev. W. Rees (vicar). Amongst the wreaths sent was one from the family, and others from the Misses Hannah and Anne Jones, former servants, and Mr E. P. Lloyd, Glan- sevin.

MANORDILO PISTEDDFOD.—Though the general election sadly interfered with this year's eisteddfod, still we had a happy and pleasant meeting. The competitions in the "leading classes" were numerous and of a high order. YVe never heard a finer group of reciters than \n tlie competition for "Dinystr Sodom a Go- morrah, and hardly ever better talent than was shown in the champion solo competition. Both prizes went to outsiders—tho latter, we hear to a pupil of Mr. Harries-Thoinas. We were delighted to see our old friend presiding at the oia;io. No musical entertainment here seems complete without him He has lost none of his love for the little parish where he spent so many halJpy vears. The competitors in the Welsh-spelling contest (any age) were disappointing. EJeven comparatively ea-y words were set by the Rural Dean (the Vicar of Llandilo), and the "leader" out of 14 ladies and gentlemen was found to have tripped three times The prize for the best "trebte" on the words "Manordilo Annual Eisteddfod" went to Miss Clarke, assistant-mistress, Gwestfa. The n'nderirw of "The Charge of the Light Brigade" by the Hon" Secretary's son—a boy of 9 or 10 vears of age- was highly praised by the adjudicator. The? prize; for the best quartetjte went to a Taliaris Partv (conductor, Mr. Davies, gardener, Taliaris Park). We would thank the hon. sec. (Mr. Robert Williams) and the hon. treasurer (Mr. C. W. Bovd) for all the good work they did in connection with the eistedd- fod, and we w;ould also warn a certain young gentleman from a neighbouring pamh that should he attend another competitive meeting at Manordilo and behave as rudely as he did this time, he will not find himself quite so leniently dealt with.

LLANPUMPSAlNT PRESENTATION.—On the 12th of December, Miss Jones, A.L.C.M., Railway Hotel, the organist of Llanpumpsaint Parish Ohurcji, and) Mr. Phillip Thomas, the trainer of the choir, were recipients of purses of gold, given by the members of the church anu a few others. Mr Thomas has per- formed his duties for close upon 14 years, and Miss Jond for over 11 years, and both have 'given great satisfaction. After service in church and a most appropriate sermon by Rev. E. Jenkins, Pen- cader, who emphasized the duty of taking warm interest in the musical part of the sanctuary, those present repaired to the schoolroom close by. The Vicar, Canon Lloyd, dwelt upon the valuable ser- vices both Miss Jones and Mr Thomas had ren- dered for several years, for they possessed three qualifications for their offices, viz., knowledge, discretion and faithfulness. The adult collectors' Miss Howells, Pantioiar; Miss Daniels, Vicarage; Mr D. J. Thomas, Bwlchgwyn, and Mr E. L. James, Nantbendigaid, presented the gifts in well- chosen words and referred to the fact that they were welcomed everywhere and all gave cheerfully and willingly. The two junior collector^, Mr J. Thomas, Dolau, and Mr W. M. Griffiths, Dderwen- gt'oes, ¥1 neat litt,'e speeches expressed their thanks to them on behalf of the children for the trouble and interest they had taken in teaching them music. Miss Jones and Mr Thomasy in thanking all the contributors for the valuable gifts they had been pleased to give them, said the" co- operation and harmony which had always existed made their duties pleasant and agreeable, and they promised to do their best in future. Mr. Hinds, Derimysg, one of the members of the choir, re- ferred to the great, improvement which had taken place since they had their organ and secured the v,abi^)>le serv;pes of Mies Jones. The trainer, able as he was, could not so efficiently train the choir without the assistance of a musical instru- ment. After a st-imng address to the choir to do their duty well and faithfully in future by Mr. Jenkins, a pleasant meeting was brought t a close. The Sunday School and the choir are busily preparing for Calan Ren festival at Llandyssul on the 12th January.

ABERYSTWYTH EISTEDDFOD.—The annual eisteddfod held at the Coliseum, Aberystwyth, on Boxing Day, was well attended, notwithstanding the wretched weather which prevailed. The conductor was Cadvan, and Mr. William Thomas, of Treorchy, was the ad- judicator. Mr. J. Barclay Jenkins presided in the afternoon, and Councillor T. J. Samuel, mayor, at night. The results of the principal competitions were as follows: Children s relation: Alvfanwy Lewis, Llanrhystyd. Duet: Messrs. Evans and Humphreys, Machynlleth. Male voice, "Comrades in Arms"; Aberystwyth and Machynlleth com- peted, and the prize was awarded to the latter, con- ducted by Mr. Humphrey Humphreys. Tenor solo: Mr. W. Pierce, Aberystwyth. Contralto solo: Miss Claudia Oliver, Cwmystwyth. Solo by children: J. Thomas Price, Capel, Bangor. Solo for girls: Miss Myfanwy Ellis, Northgate-street, Aberystwyth. Soprano solo: Miss Sally Jones, Aberystwyth. Reci- tation for adults: Prize divided between Mr. Emrys Lloyd, Talybont, and :YIi""8 Evans, Pngraig Villa, Llanrhystyd. Glee, "Blodeuyn Olaf"; two parties competed, the prize being awarded the party con- ducted by Mr. David Richards, Aberystwyth. Five competitors entered for the impromptu speech, but neither understood the meaning of the test word "Gydun," and Cadvan said they ought to be ashamed ofl themselves.

CAPEL HENDRE CANTATA.—On Saturday evening, the 24th inst., the sacred cantata, entitled "Glad Tidings," was performed at Hendrc Chapel by the members of the Chapel Choir, assisted by an orchestra. The fOl1)\Y- ing also took part:—Soprano, Miss Bronwen Davies, Gowerton, and Miss C. Williams, Capel Hendre; contralto, Miss Claudia Hopkins, Llangennech; tenor. ir. W. James, Pontardulais; bass. Mr. W. Dyfnant Davies, Penygroes. The conductor was Mr. Rees W. Jones, A.C.; accompanist, Mr. E. Edwards. A.L.C.M., Tycroes; organist. Mr J. Thomas, Capel Hendre Mr Gvvilvm Rees, Caerbryn Colliery, was the chairman. The proceeds are to be devoted to- wards the chapel funds.

GARNANT OPERETTA.—The operetta, entitled "A Holiday on the Sands," was performed (in full character) at the National Schools Garnant, on Thudsday and Satur- day evenings, the 22nd and 24th inst., by the Cal- faria Juvenile Choir and friends, assisted by an orchestra. The conductor was Mr. W. J. Jenkins, and the accompanist Miss Olwen Thomas. On Thursday Mr. J. J. Morris, Beaupre, was the chair- man, and on Saturday rlie Rev. W. Williams, vicar, Cwmaninian. The proceeds were in aid of the chapel funds.

LLANDEBIE CONCERT.—The annual Christmas concert was held at the Wesleyan Chapel on Boxing night, when the following artistes took part:—Soprano. Miss- Bron- wen Davies, Gowerton; contralto, Miss Claudia Hopkins, Llangennech; tenor, Mr. Abel Thomas, Llandilo; bass, Mr. Dyfnant Davies. Penygroes. Selections on the violin were given by a local artiste. The accompanist was Mr. D. J. Evans (Ap Tanyralt), C.R.A.M.. Gwaun-cae-gurvven. Mr T. Morgan, M.E., Emlyn Colliery, Penygroes, was chairman. The proceeds will be devoted towards the chapcl fund. -k

AMMANFORD AMMANFORD is now the second place in Carmar- thenshire as far as population goes. Up till a few years ago it was known—and locally is still known— as Cross Inn, after a public-house in the Square. Similarly Glananiman, higher up in the valley, was known up to a decade ago as Cross Keys, after the I chief local public-house. EISTEDDFODIC 'SUCCESSES.—At the Morriston Semi- National Eisteddfod, held at the Tabernacle' Chapel. Morriston, on Boxing Day, the following competi- tors from the Amman Valley were successful,— Second choral competition; Brynamman Choir. Soprano solo: Madame Bessie Morris, Ammanford. Contralto solo: Madame May Roberts, Ammanford. Solo on any wind instrument: Mr. Talieeyn Morris, Gwaun-cae.gurwen. Two 1E KILLED AT AMMANFORD COLLIERY.—On Thursday, the 22nd inst., about 2.30 a.m.. a fall of roof occurred at the Ammanford Colliery (No. 1). It. appears that James Thomas (married man with four children) repairer, Caion-street, Ammanford; John Rugnes (single), haulier, Colonel-road, Bettws, and James Grylls, labourer, Maesquarre-road, Bettws, were removing a fall, when a second fall occurred, which buried Thomas and Hughes. Some of the debris fell on Grylls, but he was able to extricate himself. Thomas, who was under the rub- bish, cried out, "J.m, are you all right." Grylls replied, "There's some ori my legs; make haste and =et it The latter, after getting loose, went for assistance, and in a few minutes afterwards a number of worktjion came and removed the rubbish Whilst so engaged, Hughes spoke to t.the men and j said, "I am smothering:" Thomas and Hughes, after being extricated fro, the falling debris, died almost immediately, and the bodies were brought to the surface, and conveyed to their r.'snectlve hemes. Grylls was also slightly injured, bur he was to proceed home unaided. The full occurred! in the Red Vein Colliery, and \1"1\" centred to tne spot where the three men were at work. The pit i has been free from accidents for a considerable period. The fatality has cast quite a gloom in the locality, and work was promptly suspended at the colliery for the day.-The inquest on the bodies was held on Friday at the Ivorites' Hall„ before Mr. W. W. Brodie (coroner), Llaneliy. Mr. Dyer Lewis, inspector of mines; lr" Erne Hewlett, managing director of the colliery; Mr. J. M. Darbvshire, manager, and Mr. J. Taylor, fireman, were ako present.—After a full inquiry, the jury (of whom Mr. D. J. Jones was foreman) returned a verdict of "Accidental death." CHRISTIAN TEMPLE Y.P.S.Anhebgorion Gwir Ddedwyddwch" was the title of a paper read by Mr. Abel Morgans at the weekly meeting of the above society, held on Wednesday evening the 21st inst. OPERETTA.-On Monday evening, the charming children's operetta, "The Giant's Castle,* was per- formed (in full character) to a crowded house at the Ivorites' Rail, Ammanford, by the Ebenezer Band of Hope Choir, assisted by local instrumental- ists. Solos and recitations were given bv members ct the choir. The conductor was Mr. W. Walters, Ammanford j accompanist. Mr. J. Harries-Thomae', Parcyrhun Schools, Ammanford; stage managers,' Messrs. J. R. Davies, C. Clapton/ and William Thomas, Ammanford. The chairman was the Rev. J. Griffiths. B.A.. B.D (nastor of Ebenzer); and the proceeds are to be devot-d towards the Ebenezer Band of Hope fund' The performance was re- peated on Tuesday < veiling. Alderman W. N. Jorie^, J.P., Dynyn, presiding. V\ HI>h s licihUE PALACE. During the week the ienowncd military illusionist, and conjurer, the Great Adler, has been performing at the above nalace. special day performances were given on Boxing- i¡ Day. BTLLIAP.DS.—La«t II ek a billiard tournament was played at the Cross Inn Hotel, in which a large number of players took part. In the fi ial round between Lewis Thomas and Luther Daniel the for- mer won, the scores being:— Thomas (rec. 10), lOG; Daniel (scr.), 91. Thomas also won the prize for the biggest break in the tournament, which was 33. FOOTBALL.—Ammanford played Neyland on Satur- day on the ground of the latter, and the homesters won by five points to three. FUNERAL OF THE COLLIERY VICTIMS.—On Saturday, the mortal remains of the late Mr. John Hughes (2 ), Dolau, Bettws, Ammanford, who was killed by a fall of roof at the Ammanford (No. 1) Colliery on the previous Thursday (an account of which appears above), were laid to rest at the Bettws Old Chapel burial ground. The funeral was very largely at- tended. The Rev-. Evan Davies, Bettws (pastor;, and John Morgans, Ammanford, were the officiating ministers. The chief mourners were: Mr. Willie Hughes, Dolau (brother); Misses Maggie and Mary Ann Hughes, Dolau (sisters); Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hughes, Tylorstovvn (brother and sister-in-law); Mr. D. W. Rees, Merthyr (uncle); Miss M. A. Hughes, Cilycwm (cousin); Mrs. Roderick, Neuadd Arms, Ciiycwm (aunt); Mr. Renowden, Cwmgorse (cousin); Mr. Henry Haynes, Tylorstown; Mr. David Haynes, Llandcbie; Mr. Johnny Haynes, Cwmgorse, and Messrs. Haynes, Llandilo. Deceased's mother was unable to be present owing to feeble health. A beautiful wreath was sent by the family.—Monday afternoon, the funeral of the late Mr. James Thomas, Union-street, Ammanford (the other un- fortunate man who was killed at the colliery), took place at Ebenezer Chapel burial ground. The cortege was followed by a very large number of the deceased's^ feliow-employees at Ammanford Col- liery. The Revs. J. Griffiths, B.A., B.D. (pastor), and John Morgans, Ammanford, officiated. The chief mourners were: Mrs. Thomas (widow); Mr. lEvan Datvid Thomas and Masters Arthur and Philip James Thomas (sons); Miss Jennie Thomas (daughter); Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Thomas, Po-t Office, Ogmorc Vale (brother and sister-in-law); Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thomas, Gilfachgoch (brother and sister-in-law); Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Garw Valley (sister and brother-in-law); Mr. and Mrs. Williams, Garw Valley (sister and brother-in-law); lr. and .Mr. Henry Mathews, Cnion-street, Ammanford (brother and sister-in-law); Mrs. Mathews, Ynyslas, High-street, Ammanford (aunt); Mr. J. H. Mathews, Ynyslas (cousin); Mr. and Mrs. Jenkin Mathews, Margaret-street, Ammanford (cousins); Mr. and Mrs. R. Mathews, Union-street, Ammanford (cousins) Ir. and Mrs. Hopkins, Gilfachgoch (cousins); and Mr. J. T. James, Brynhyfryd, Swan- sea (cousin). Floral tributes were sent by the de- ceased's fellow-workmen at Ammanford Colliery neighbours, and one from brother Robert. V\ ES.TERN MEETING.—The monthly meet- ing of the Western Anthracite Miners' Association was held at Swansea on Saturday, Mr. T. Morris, C.C., Garnant, presiding. It was reported by the agent that with the exception of the Trimsaran Col- liery, where 250 men arc out on strike, with but little prospect of settlement, and the Llandebie Col- liery, where 75 men a,re affected owing to a pre list dispute, the district, fro man industrial point of view, was going on satisfactorily. It was decided to give financial support to the men at the above- named two collieries.

GWAUN-CAE-GURWEN THEFT OF A LADVs RING.—At the Pontardawe Police Court, on Friday, before Messr. H. Lloyd, E J. Benthall, G. Morgan, and J. H. P. Lloyd, John Davies, collier ,Cwmgorse, was charged with stealing a keeper ring, value £1, the property of Annie Samuel, St. David's street. G waun-cae-gurwen, on the 22nd inst., -Complainant said she had been un- well, and had been in bed about a. fortnight. Before going to bed she put the ring in a drawer in her dressing table, and when she got up it had disap- peared). Defendant had lodged with her for about two months.—P.C. Jenkins said that when charged defendant denied stealing the ring, and said he had a ring in his box which he took from his mother's house, which he produced, and it was subsequent- ly identified by the complainant. —Defendant was fined £2 or a month's imprisonment. TIMBER STEALING.—The Gwaun-ea -gurwen Col- liery Company summoned Morgan Parfitt, collier, Brook-street, Cwmgorse, at the Pontardawe Police Court on Friday, with stealing a quantity of timber, value h5s.; and George Thomas, collier, St. David's- street. was charged with receiving it, knowing it to have been stolen.—P.C. Jonkins said he saw the timber stacked in a corner. Defendant said he had bought it at the Brook Colliery. Witness then went to the house tif George Thomas, and saw him build- ing a cage for pigeons. Thomas said he bought the timber from a man at the Leigh Arms for 15s. The two men worked at the colliery, and Thomas was receiving compensation.—Defendants wero sent to prison for a month each. CO-OPERATIVE SCCIETY.—According to the last balance-sheet of the Gwaun-cae-gurwen and District Co-operative Society, the total amount of sales for the quarter reached the sum of £1,667 12s. lid.; and a dividend of Is. 6d. in the £ was declared on mem- bers' purchases.

TUMBLE THEFT OF A BAC.—John Kennedy, who gave no address, was charged at the Llanelly Police Court, on Wednesday, with stealing a bag containing a football jersey, pants, boots, and stockings, the property of Edwin Stephens, Tumble, and was sentenced to a month's imprisonment. PREACHING SERVICES.—On Monday preaching ser- vices were held at Bethesda Chape!. Tumble, when the special preacher was the Rev. Gwylfa Roberts, Llanelly. [" -o.

GLANAMMAN CHAIR EilITEDIIFOD.-Tlie ninth annual chai eis- teddfod was held at Bryn Seion, Glanairunan, on Saturday evening, the 24th inst. The eisteddfod turned out to be a thorough sucess in every respect, and the competition was very keen on all the sub- jects. It was certainly one of the most successful eisteddfodau held at Glananiman, but it is hoped that the next annual eisteddfod will be on a still larger scate, as the new chapel will have been com- pleted by that date, and there will be more room available. Mr. T. Thomas, schoolmaster, Glan- amman, presided over the proceedings, and the ad- judicator.- were :—Music, Mr. T. J. Rees, F.T.S.C. Cwmgorse. Gwaun-cae-gurwen miscellaneous, Ilr. T. Cenecli Davies, Memorial College. Brecon.' The accompanist was Mr. Stanley M. Jones, Glanamman Mr. Tom Owen, Tircoed. Glanamman, was treasurer, and the secretarial duties were very satisfactorily carried out by Mr. John Jenkin Morgan, Brynlloi House. Glanamman. The following were the awards :—Music—Children's choirs, "Milwyr Seion": Twynybanc Choir (conductor, Mr. Stephen Roger- son) Bass solo, "The Wanderer": Mr. William Michael. Garnant. Tenor solo, "Yr hvn a garaf fi": :\1r. Abel Thomas (Eos Cib). Llandilo. Soprano solo, "Ie.diwchtorrr biodau": Divided between Miss May Davies, Pantyffynnon, and Miss Bessie Jenkins. Cwmgorse. Contralto solo, "The Lost Chord": Miss Esther Cooper, Cwmgorse. Peniil- ion singing (North Wales style): Miss Llinoa 1 homas, Glanamman. Pianoforte sole (for those under 16 years), "The Hunters' March" Miss Mary Thomas, My.iydd Du, Glanamman. Hymn tune (for those, over 45 years), "Trewen": Divided between Mr. William Evans, Glanamman. and Mr. Henry Jenkins, Hall-street, Ammanford. Solo for girls under 16 years, "Du 6 hvd yw Duw": Miss Cerid- wen Davies, Gwaun-cae-gurwen. Solo for boys under 16 years. "Dan Ki Faner": Mr. Tom Owen, Glanamman. Miscellaneous:—Poem. "Tevrnas Nef- oedd" (piize, (oak chair). The Miccessfuf bard vvas Mr in Jones' (Gwilym Myiddiii), Bettws, who was dialled in the usual manner. Mr. Jones* poem was very highly praised by the adjudicator. Best com- position on the subject, "Ymaith ag Ef": Divided between the Rev. D. G. Jones, Pontardawe, and Mr. John Phillips (Treforfab), Morriston. Chief recitation, "Olion" Hanes": Divided between Miss Miriam Evans, Glanamman, and Mr. Tom Harry, Gainant. Essay, Dylanwad Meddwl ar Gvmcriad": Mr. Oswald Rees, Cardiff. Best comnosition (to be recited by children) on the subject, "Y Gwyliau": ^;r;. J* Phillips (Treforfab), Morriston. Stanza, Siampl The Rev. D. G. Jones, Pontardawe (out, of 14 competitors). Recitation for children under 12 years, "Carol Nadolig": Ceridwen Davies, Gwaun-cae-gurwen.

CWMLLYNFELL ( ONCKRT. —On Friday evening a concert (the pro- ceeds of which are to be devoted towards that de- serving institution, the Llanybyther Sanatorium) was given at the Council Schools. Mr. Johnnv Samuel was the aeeompaist, and the chairman was Dr. J. Owen.

CROSS HANDS Snow SI CCESS.—On Wednesday week, at the twenty-sixth annual Christmas Show of the Clyri- derwen Agricultural Society, Mr. J. Davies, Cross Hands, took first prize in the class for the best mare or gelding.

TYCROES v AERSALEM LITERARY Socigry.-At the weekly meec.ng ot tit-s society, held on Wednesday evening, me mst., Air. J. Uwen read a paper on "Oliver cromweil a/i Werin Lywodraeth"; and Mr. Tom uoius rendered a song. I.MPENDING L),EPARTUItE.-At the commencement of tiie new year riie Rev. W. M. Davies, B.A., wili ever ins connection with Hendre and CaersaUvn impels us the rev gentleman has accepted an unani- mous can t .i-otit the members of Gosen (.C.M.) Chap-'l l'rvoriiy.

KHOSAMMAN BETHANIA M.I.S.—The following was the pro- gramme of the above society at the weekly meeting, held on Thursday evening, the 22nd inst..—Papers,' "Neges Gwraig Dda," Mrs. Margaret Davies; "Y Sabbath a'r Eisteddfod," Mr. David D. Thomas; recitation, Mr. Tommy Lewis; song, Miss Annie LJ. Jones. The chairman was Mr. Wiiliam Jones, Waunhen.

CWMAMMAN THE DEPARTURE OF DR. MORGAN.—There is a movement on foot among the many friends of Dr. Morgan to present him with a testimonial on the occasion of his departure from this district 'to Llan- dovery. FESTIVAL.—Cwmamman's third annual united singing festival was held on Monday, the massed choirs consisting of contingents from New Bethel, Bry Seion, Calfaria, Tabernacle, and Bethania. The conductor was Mr. D. Evans, Mus. Bac., Cardiff. The morning and afternoon meetings were held at New Bethel (Garnant), and the evening meeting at Bethania (Glanamman). The singing was of a high order, and the festival was in every respect a success.

LLANDILO BOXING DAY EISTEDDFOD.—A very successful eis- teddod was held in connection with the Methodist denomination at the Drill Hall on Boxing Day- one of the best that lias been witnessed here for some time. The hall was crowded. The pastor, the Rev —. Roberts presided. The hon. sec., who carried out his arduous duties in a most commend- able manner was Mr T: J. James, Cambrian House, Llandilo, and the treasurer, Mr W. A. Jones, Tea. Caddy, Llandilo. In the absence of Miss Agnes Thomas, Wellfieid, Liandilo, Miss Ethel Williams, A.L.C.M., The Cafe, very kindly consented to act as a substitute and carried out the duties most effi- ciently., Th,e adjudicators were:—Literature, Mr G. Gwyn Jones, B.A., Cteunty School, Llandilo; music, Mr \V. J. Evans, Aberdare. Awards: Recitation, under 16, 1, Lizzie Thomas, Bankylan, Llandebie; 2, Bessie Lloyd, Dynevor Farm, Llall- dilo. Solo for children under 16, 1, Winnie Bowen, Llandilo; u, Lynda Daviee; 3, Agrlet;Fox, Llan- dilo. Pianoforte solo, 1, Winnie Bowen. Tenor solo, divided between D. Owen Jones, Llandilo, and D. P. Rees, Gwauncaegurwen. Bass solo, D. Lewis (Llew Cib). Recitation (open), 11 entries, 1, John owen, signalman, Liandilo. Open conso- lation soprano solo, 3 entries, 1, Miss Evans, Blaen- cennen, Llandilo; song, "Hen gadair fraich ty mam. Essay, John Bowen, signalman, Llandilo. Poetry, 1, Thomas Evans, Church-street, Liandl lo. Soprano solo (open), 1, Miss Fowler, Pantyyynon. Champion solo, 8 entries, 1, Miss Bessie Fowler, Gwauncaegurwen (pVpil of Miss Clara Novello Davies). -ixed choir, 1, Soar, Penygroes (conduc- tor, John Davies). ENTERTAINMENT. -At the Public Hall on Christ- mas Eve an entertainment appropriate to the occa- sion was substituted for die weekly temperance meeting. The temperance hymns sung were to tho well-known Christmas tunes of Mendelssohn and Adestes Fidelis. They were very heartily ren- dered. Mr Coinery, B.Sc., played a suitable piano- forte solo, and .acted as accompanist. Miss Flor- ence Griffiths gave an admirable rendering to "The Gift," and was heartily applauded. Mr. John S. Morgan gave a renderin of "Mar ley's Ghost," by Charles -ickens. Mr G. W. Jenkins never was in better form than in reciting George R. Sims' "Christmas in the Workhouse. lr, Joseph Williams gave a good rendering of a Welsh song. The president (Mr D. Morgan, Ffairfach) re- cited in capital style Charles Dickens' "Haunted Man." This brought the pleasant proceedings on Christmas Eve to a close. OPERATIC SOCIETY.—The Lflandilo Amateur Operatic Society are busily preparing for their performance of Ciijbevt and fsullivan'J Dloei-a, Patience, which is to come off early in the new year. It is under the conductorship of Mr P. R. Daniel, A.R.C.O., organist of the parish church. MUSICAL SUCCESSES.—At. the recent examination of the London College of Music held at Carmar- then, Miss E. Joseph, of Church House, Llanga- dock, and Miss M. Saer, of St. Clears, passed a a.-sociates (A.L.C.M.) of the College; Miss Evelyn Davies, of Carmarthen, and Miss Lena Daniels, of Golden Grove, were also successful in passing the Intermediate and Theory and the higher division local school sections of the Royal College and Royal Academy of Music. The above are pupils of Mr P. R. Daniels, A.R.C.O., of Llandilo. DOES CARMARTHEN FUNK?—Carmarthen Thursday Soccer Club have on two occasions failed to keep to their arrangement with the Llandilo Soccer Club to play, viz., on the 15th and 22nd of De- cember. As the soccer ame has by no means so far a large following in the district, it is sincerely hoped that Carmarthen will buck up and turn up for the return match either on the 5th of Janu- ary or the following Thursday. Fear 'of defeat should not be taken into consideration. So writes John Jones. Carmarthen players please note.

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