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Carmarthen Borough MONDAY, Juno 10th.—Before the Mayor (Mr. J. B. Arthur). Mr. John Lewis, Principal W. J. Evans, Mr. John Lewis, Mr. H. E. B. Richards, and Mr. P. J. Wheldon. NO CERTIFICATE. Thomas Thomas, Caercoed, Brechfa, wno was re- cently charged with ill-treating a horse, and who was fined 7s. 6d. and costs, was asked to produce a veterinary surgeon's certificate with regard to the animal's condition, and the bench at the last sitting made an order for the animal to be destroyed. Mr. J. T. Phillips, veterinary surgeon, Hendre. Llanarthney, stated that he ezamined the animal about a fortnight ago. and found it was suffering from ring-bono in he fore leg. The animal was in a fair condition, and. in his opinion, fit for work. He had sent the defendant two certificates. The Bench were not satisfied, and asked Inspector Batten, of the R.S.P.C.A., to have the anim-U examined by a veterinary surgeon, and. if possib'f, to produce it at the next Court. The case was adjourned for a week. THEFT OF A BICYCLE. Thomas Davies. Cwmbachau, Conwil, was charged with stealing a hioye o. i e v rty of Wm. Lewis. 8. Caxton-p'aoe, Abergwiii, valued ut J63. Mr. Lillington. of the firm of Messrs. Morgan Griffiths, Son and Prosser, defended. William Lewis said that the bicyoie produced was his property. On tho 17th ult. he was at the Far- mers' Arms Inn. Tanerdy, about 1 o'clock, m company with his brother-in-law (Mr. Daniel Jones, Glanyrafon, Abergwiii). He also had a bicycle. They left the two machines outside the inn and went in for a drink. When leaving the public- house witness found his bicycle missing. He then gave information to the police. Head Constable Mayall—What do you use your bicycle for?—To go to work at Tumble. Wouid you have gone to-day if you had your machine?—Yes. By Mr. Lillington-Was the defendant with you in the publio-house?—Yes. Did you have a drink with him?—Yes. Did he ask you for a loan of the bicycle as he had a long way to go home? No. P.C. W. J. Rees said that about 11.45, after in- formation received, he cycled in search of the stolen bicycle, and at 3 a.m. on the 8th inst. he found the defendant in a shed opposite his house. He told the defendant he was a police constable, and the found the machine in the shed. Defen- dant said to witness that he only took a loan of it. Witness then conveyed him to the Carmarthen Borough Police Station. Witness added that the defendant told him he did not ride the machine as he had no light. By Mr .Lillington—Was the defendant asleep when you found him?—Yes. Mr. Lillington said that the defendant was a timber cutter working with his father. He took the machine, and had no intention of stealing it, as it was placed in the shed and not concealed in any way. Defendant also slept in the shed. The Bench said they were very sorry to see the defendant there. They would take a lenient view of the case. and he was bound over in his own recognisances in the sum of jB5 to be of good be- haviour for twelve months.

Tregaron Before Mr. D. J. Williams, Mr. D. D. Evans, I and Mr. Evan Evans. Thomas Hughes, of Tregaron, was brought up in custody charged with allowing his three children chargeable to the common fund of the Tregaron Union on the 29th January last. He pleaded guilty to the charge, and the clerk (Mr. J. Ernest Lloydl produced the register of the court recording two previous convictions of three months each, one of two months' imprisonment, as well as other smaller terms for similar charges against him in the past. He was convicted and sent to Quarter Sessions to receive his sentence as an incorrigible rogue.

CARMARTHEN. The fortnightly meeting of the Carmarthen Board of Guardians was held tvi- the Board-room on Satur day. Mr. J. S. Williams, Trelech (chairman of the Board), presided. There were also present: Messrs. W. Williams and J. Williams, Abergwiii; T. Davies, Abernant; J. Evans and J. Jones, Conwil; J. Jones, Laugharne Town; James Lewis, Laugharne Parish; D. Stephens and W. Brazell, Llanarthney; J. W. Lewis, Llanddaro.g; E. Bowen, Llandefeilog; J. Phillips, Llanddowror; M. W. Jenkins, Llanfihangel; D. Thomas, Llangain; D. T. Gilbert and J. Lewis, Llangendeirne; Llew. Morgan, Llanginning; Herbert Griffiths, Llangunnor; John Herbert, Llanllawddog; W. Williams, Llanwinio; Richard Jeremy, New church, B. Salmon, St. Clears; J. Jones, St. Ishmael; Rev. A. Fuller Mills, Messrs. Thos. Williams and J. Patagonia Lewis, St. Peter. I REPORTS. The reports of the relieving officers showed the amount of outdoor relief distributed during the fortnight ending on the previous Board day to have been as follows:—First week: 666 paupers, a de- crease of 8 as compared with the corresponding week last year; expenditure, JB89 0s. 9d., a decrease of JB5 9s. lid. Second week: 008 paupers, a decrease of 2; expenditure, £85 Is. 9d., a decrease of £2 4s. The Treasurer's report showed the balance in hand on the previous Board-day to have been £2(979 9s. Id. The Master in his report stated: "Divine service was conducted at the house on Sunday, 1st June, by the Rev. C. Whitfield, English Wesleyan Church. The number of inmates in the house on the last lay of the week was 56 against 68 for the correspond- ing period of last year. The number of casual paupers relieved during the fortnight was 115, against 136 for the same period last year. Periodicals were kindly sent to the inmates by Mrs. Brigstocke, Spilman-street. CLASSIFICATION. A resolution was received from the Poor Law Con- ference enclosing a resolution in favour of the amalgamation of Union areas in order to facilitate the classifioaiton of paupers. The Chairman said that they had been moving on these Lines for some time. The Rev. A. Fuller Mills said that there was a tendency to introduce legislation to promote the classification of paupers. It was not desirable that the feebleminded should be in the same institution as ordinary inmates, and it was a pity that those who had been -brought up well should mix with the riff-raff. The Clerk said that if the system were adopted, Llandilo workhouse would be used for one class of paupers, Carmarthen for another, and so on. It was decided to support the resolution. PROPOSED TESTIMONIAL. A letter was read from the editor of the Poor Law Officers Journal" suggesting a testimonial to Mr. John Burns, the President of tho Local Govern. ment Board. Rev. A. Fuller Mills—I move that Mr. John Burns pay lus own expenses. The Chairman—We cannot give anything out of the rates. If any member is inclined to give any- thing out of his own pocket, no doubt the Clerk will acoept it. POOR RATES AND COUNTY RATES. The Clerk reported receiving a precept from the County Council for a county rate at 5d. in the £ for the quarter, besides various special precepts for school buildings in many parishes. Mr. J. P. Lewis asked how much the poor rate really was. The Clerk said that of the money whioh they col- lected only 4d. to 4d. in the £ for the half-year was for expenses incurred by the gnardians. Mr. J. P. Lewis said that that fact should be better known. It was too 'bad that the guardians should be regarded as responsible for the county rates over whioh they had no control, and which they simply collected.

Rura J Council A meeting of „ armartbea Rural District Council was held al lut.. Guildhall on Saturday. Mr. D. T. Gilbert (chairman of the Council) presided. SYMPATHY. Mr. Llew. Morgan moved that they pass a vote of sympathy with Mr. J. J. Bowen, a member of the Council, who had been seriously ill. Mr. J. W. Lewis seconded the proposition, which was carried unanimously. PROPOSED NEW ROADS. The Surveyor (Mr. Gad Protheroe) presented a report on the Graig road, in the parish of Llangun- nock, and also a report on the Cwmllydan road, in the parish of Uanddawddo.g. It was decided to take over Cwmllydan road, but not to take over the Graig road. LAUGHARNE WANTS TAR. An application was received from Laugharne Town Improvement Committee asking the Council to tar spray tho roads there. The Surveyor (Mr. E. Morgan) estimated the cost at JB42 10s. Mr. J. Jones (St. Ishmael) said that ever since he remembered the Laugharne people had a good appe- tite. Mr. J. Jones (Laugharne) said that the local people might be willing to give something to the cost. Mr. J. Jones (St. Ishmael) said that he was afriad that the people of irelech of Llanwinio might ask for it as well. It was decided to defer the matter. A BRIDGE REQUIRED. A letter was read from the Llanelly Rural District Council asking if Carmarthen would join in the cost of making an iron .girder bridge at Pontnewydd, in the parish of Llangendeirne. A letter was read from some inhabitants stating that several pigs had been drowned whilst crossing. A committee was appointed to visit the place and to report.

LLANDILO. The fortnightly meeting of this Board was held on Saturday, when there were present: Rev. J. Alban Davies (chairman) and Messrs. John Lewis (vice-chairman), L. D. Bowen, Pritchard Davies, W. Hopkins, Robert Matthews, Hy. Herbert, L. N. Powell, Daniel Jones, William Roberts (Penygoitrej, Arthur Williams, John Morgan, J. Thomas, Caleb Thomas, Wm. Stephens, John Richards, Evan Har- ries, T. Humphreys, John Bevan, J. L. Williams, David Davies, W. Williams (Penygroes), David Thomas, D. W. Lewis, Wm. Roberts (Garnant), Wm. Lewis, Evan Davids, Dan. Davies. W. T. Stephens, Richard Thomas, Gomer Harries, Rev. E. Thomson- Jenkins the clerk, Mr. R. Shipley Lewis; the deputy clerk, Mr. D. Jones-Morris, and the other omciats. THE HOUSE. The Master reported that the number of inmates was 60, against 51 corresponding period last year. Vagrants relieved for the fortnight 218, against 212 corresponding period last year. THE POOR LAW CONFERENCE. The delegates from this Board who attended the Poor Law Conference submitted the following resolu tion:—At the conference held at Langland Bay papers were read on sanatoria for consump- tives and classification under the Poor Law and on the latter subject that this conference of representa- tives of boards of guardians of South Wales and Mon- mouthshire desire to draw attention to the urgent need of the application in as wide a sense as possible of the 'principle of classification in dealing with oases that come within the administration of the Poor Law, and that for this purpose the amalgamation of Poor Law areas is desirable so that existing work- houses be turned into more effective use by being adopted for the reception of separate classes of the indoor poor. It WaS decided to discuss the subject at a future meeting. PURCHASE OF THE IXiFlRMARY. The following resolution was adopted:—(1) That the .guarJians hereby consent to the purchase of the freehold of tho land and premises de scribed hereunder, namely: (2) The union workhouse and land therewith situate at Ffairfaoh, in the parish of Llandilo-fawr rural, in the county of Carmarthen, the said land and premises to be appropriated for such purposes relat. ing to the relief of the poor as the guardians may with the consent of the Local Government Board direct and to the expenditure for the purpose of a sum not exceeding £ i,2t>0." It was decided to proceed with the building of an infirmary, and to advertise for tenders in the local papers. Replying to questions with reference to the appointment of a clerk of the works, the Chairman said he would have to be a qualified man. SALARIES INCREASED. The salaries committee had met on the 4th inst. under the presidency of Mr. W. Williams, and their recommendations were dealt with seiatim by the Board. The salary of Mr. Popkin, relieTingofficer, was increased from JB95 to JE105 a year. It was stated that Dr. Lewis was appointed 20 T -I_

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Rural District Council Mr. Wm. Williams (the chairman) presided. PLANS COMMITTEE. Mr. Matthews said that the committee had under consideration 12 plans of houses and one shop. Nearly all were passed. Others subject to the ful- filling of certain conditions to the satisfaction of the building inspector. LOWER BETTvvS WATER SUPPLY. The Inspector said he submitted plans and sections of proposed water supply to Mr. Bishop, who required tracings to forward to Lord Dynevor. With reference to the site for the reservoir they could avail themselves of two springs or only one. The upper spring seemed to be sufficient. Mr. J. Williams expressed a similar opinion, and Mr. Gomer Harries urged that the reservoir should be built at a spot most commodious for receiving water from the two springs. The Chairman said that there were objections to the lower spring. One of them was that it was liable to contamination. Mr. Gomer Harries said that could be remedied. Mr. L. N. Powell proposed as the local committee had not brought in a report that the matter be deferred for a fortnight to enable them to do so. It was decided to instruct Mr. Evan Jones to prepare a plan of the upper spring and to hurry on the work. Mr. Rees Powell submitted the report of the com- mittee re consideration of tenders for proposed water supply for Cwmllynfell. They had been advised by a competent person not to accept the lowest tender as the job might not be a competent one, and at the lower figures inferior materials would have to be used. Therefore they thought it would be best to pay a little more and have good work done than run the risk of having it done over again and cost more. The tender recommended was that of Mr. Powell at £ 3,850. The committee heartily thanked the Council for giving them home rule in the matter. Mr. J. Williams and the Rev. Alban Davies sup- ported the proposition that the report of the com- mitted be adopted aa the locality would have to pay for it. Mr. L. N. Powell also supported. No doubt the local committee had gone thoroughly into the matter. In a tender of nearly £ 4,000 a matter of JB200 or £300 was not a question of such great weight when they took into consideration the different men who tendered for the work. As the district had to pay for it, they should let them have their choice. Mr. Gomer Harries and Mr. D. WOo Lewis also favoured the proposal, which was carried. The Clerk pointed out that the contract woull come to £ 4,150, and it would be necessary to borrow art extra £1,000, for which the sanction of the Local Government Board would have to be obtained. Mr. Rees Powell moved accordingly, and that the Local Government Board be asked to spread the period for repayment of principal and interest over 30 years. This was seconded and carried.

THE WELSH DERBY SUCCESSFUL SHOW AND RACES AT COTHI BRIDGE. The sixteenth annual meeting of tho popular meeting, known as the Welsh Derby, was held in a spaoious field at Cothi Bridge on Thursday in last week, and proved as attractive and interesting as ever. The weather in the morning was unpro- pitious, but old Sol shone forth in the afternoon, and the crowded attendance proved that the agri- cultural show and races are still growing in the pub:io favour. Had the occasion been given a fine day there is not the slightest doubt there would have been a record gathering to support the lady- president, Mrs. Mayberry Williams, Pontypridd, a sister of the popular Squire of Brynglas, Mr. T. Lewis, J.P. As it was there was a good gate, eclipsing that of 1911, and Mrs. Mayberry Wil- liams came in for hearty congratulations on tho success of the society in her presidential year. Amongst those present in addition to the offioiaJs were: Mr. Gwynne-Hughes and Mr. H. E. Philipps, Tregeyb; Mrs'. Gwynnet-Hughes, Glianciothi; Mr. W. S. G. Morris, Ystradwrallt; Mr. H. L. Puxley, Lletherllestry; the Misses Mansel, Maesteilo; Mrs. Bath and Miss Bill, Ailtyferin; Mr. and Mrs. Pic- ton Phillpps. Llandilo; Mr. H. O. Long Price, Abergwiii; Mr. D. Francis, Myrtle Hill; whilst the Brynglas party included Mr. T. Lewis. Mr. and Mrs. Mayberry Williams; Mr. and Mrs. Richard Lewis, Swansea; Mr. and Mrs. Owen Harries, Swansea; Mr. and Mrs. Jones-Davies, Glyneiddan; Mr. Fred Allen. Bridgend; Mr. Owen Owen, Swansea; Mr. W. G. Davies, Swansea; Mr. Hilton Davies, Swansea; Mr. Tom Rees, Tregaron; Mr. Wolstenholme, Cardiff; Mr. I-Iqg,s, Barry; Mr. D. M. Lewis, Swansea; Mr. J. L'welyn, Mr. T. Jones, Mr. J. Lewis, and Mr. V. H. Lewis, Port Talbot; Mr. D. E. Williams, Mr. Gordon Williams, and the Misses Williams, Napier House. Carmar- then; Mr. Wm. Morris. Morriston; Mr. Ivor Davies, Morriston; Mr. E. G. Protheroe, Swansea; Mr. Ernest Jones, Swansea; Mr. J. Lewis, Morris- ton; Col. Sinclair. Swansea; Mr. Morgan Williams, Swansea; Mr. David Thomas, Swansea; Mrs. Bur- nett; Mr. Daniel Lewis, J.P., Carmarthen; Mr. R. G. Lewis, manager Ben. Evans of Swansea; Mr. Mayhew; Mr. Ben. Jones, Swansea; Mr. and Mrs- John Saer; Mr. and Mrs. John Thomas; Mr. and Mrs. Berkenshaw, Swansea; Mr. Hobbs and Miss Hobbs, Golden Grove; Mr. ^Charles Down, Swansea; Mr. and Mrs. Tustian, Swansea; Miss Wyriil, Glasgow; Mr. Roberts; Mr. and Mrs.. I Da vies, Bridgend; Mr. Fred Brigstccke; Mr. C. E. Davies.. Lloyds Bank. Carmarthen; Mr. J. F. de Rees; Mr. Marsh, Trecastle; Mr. David Hinds, Cwnin. The vice-presidents were: Mr. Richard Lewis, Swansea; Mr. T. Lewis, Brynglas; Mrs. Gwynne- Hughes, Gk^ncothy; Col. W. Gwynne-Hughes; Mrs. Bath, Alltyferin; Dr. S. Glanville Morris, Mardy; Dr. J. H. Timothy, Cothi Bridge; Mr. Delme Davies-Evans, Penylan; Mr. Richard Wil- hamsj, Llwchgwyn; Mr. W. S. G. Morris, Ystrad- I wrallt: Mr. P. J. Wheldon, Carmarthen; Mr. H. S. Ailen, Cresselly; Mr. Henry Bath, London; Mr. Francis James, London; Mr. Dan Evans, Sheffield: Mr. C. Wheen, Vrynylan; Mr. John Hinds, M.P., London; Mr. Ernest Lloyd, Llandilo; Dr. Lloyd, Llandilo; Mr. W. D. Jones, Briton Ferry; Mr. L. B. Lewis, Tredustan; Mr. D. M. Lewis, Swansea; Mr. T. Jones, Middlesboro; Mr. W. J. Rees, The Laurels, Swansea; Mr. H. L. Puxley, Llethrllestri; Mr. Henry Roberts, Port- land, Oregon, U.S.A.; Mr. D. Thomas, Harrogate; Mr. S. L. Gregor, Swansea. The following- is the list of officials: -Starter of races, Mr. H. O. Long Pirce, Abergwili; judges of races, Mr. T. Lewis, Brynglas; Mr. Ernest Lloyd, Llanegwad; Dr. J. H. Timothy, Cothi Bridge, and Mr. S. L. Gregor, Swansea; judges of horses and horse jumping, Messrs. M. R. Harries, Llanrithan, Pembrokeshire, and Hugh Wiiliams, Derigaron, Tregaron; judges of cattie, sheep and pigs, Messrs. J. Richards, Gelliwernen, and Thomas Davies, Cwmsawdde, Llangadock; judge of dairy produce, Miss Davies, Cwmcib, Llandilo; stewards, of horse ring, Messrs. C. Davies, :Glancapel; J. Davies, Kin- coed; J. Williams, Monachty, and LJ. Griffiths, Typicca: stewards of cattle, sheep and pigs, Messrs. Wm. Moses, Eisteddfa; T. D. Harries, Penilwynau. and Titus Davies. Gelliglyd; stewards of dairy produce, Messrs. R. Thomas, Twyn; Dan Davies, Brynamlwg; Wm .Evans. Red Lion; stewards of races, Messrs. John Thomas. Cothi Bridge; J. Evans, Glancothv, and D. Jones, Sarngelly; non. veterinary surgeon, Mr. J. T. Phillips, M.R.C.V.S., I Hendre, Llanarthney; clerk of scales, Mr. Thomas Thomas, Cressely Arms; board marker, Mr. C. W. Kultfchar, Ailtyferin; chairman of committee, Mr. J. L. Davies, Ty'rcapel; vice-chairman, Mr. T. Lewis. Abercothy; treasurer, Mr. R. Thomas, Twyn; secretary, Mr. W. E. Richards, Felingwm. Nantgaredig, R.S.O., who deservesi the grateful thanks of all concerned for the able way in which he has dischraged his arduous duties for so many years, and for his admirable arrangements, which were carried out without a hitch. The show was quite up to its usual excellence, and the quality of the exhibits being on the whole excellent. That the show is fulfilling the object from which it was established is to be found in to, geneal improvement in the stock in the locality. and a pleasing feature in the show was the general _.tio..JRIk evenness of the exhibits in the many olasses which came before the judges. In the horse department, the harness and riding horses made the best show, while the ponies also made a good display. The society has every reason to congratulate itself on the success of the undertaking, and the good work it continues to do. The racing, as usual, proved very attracting, and the exciting finishes completed a most enjoyable programme. At the end Mr. T. Lewis entertained a largo party at Brynglas, with his accustomed hospitality. Before leaving Mr. Protheroe, ex-mayor of Swansea, said last year presuming slightly upon my position as mayor of Swansea. 1 was sufficiently daring to introduce an innovation into the pleasant proceedings whioh follow, and which seem part and parcel of the Welsh Derby, I asked the company assembled to join with me in wishing long life, good health, and continued success to our genial host, Mr. Thomas Lewia The respone to that invitation was so cor- dial that I am tempted to repeat it, and I am certain that you will do it as heartily as we and our friends did last year. Amongst the many phrases that have become in recent years current coin in the English language in one which describes a man as being One of the Best." That is a term which I am sure is sincerely applicable to Mr. Lewis, such of us as have known him in trade, know him to be an upright man, who held his integrity as his most cherished possession. All of us who know him since he well earned retirement think of him as one who cultivates those attributes which we always associate with a fine old British gentleman. In his youth he gained the esteem of all who came in contact with him, throughout' the later years of his life he has maintained the affectionate regard of everyone who knows him and we all hope that the future years may be both many and happy. I ask you with confidence to join me in wishing happiness to Mr. Lewis. This the company did in the heartiest of fashions. Mr. Tom Lewis suitably responded. The following are the awards:— HORSES. Cart Brood Mare, with foal at foot—1, Mr. Rogers, Maesyprior, Carmarthen, 'Czarina'; 2. Mr. H. T. Davies, Llandiloyrynys, Nantgaredig, 'May.' Sucker (Cartor)—1, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Cham- pion' 2, Mr. Ivor Ll. Davies, Derimoelon, Golden Grove; 3, Mr. J. Williams, Tirbach, Nantgartdig. Cart Gelding or F.illy, foaled in 1911-1, Mr. W. Jeremy, Trefynys, Peniel Road, Carmarthen; 2, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Farmer'; 3, Mr. Ivor Lloyd Davies, 'Belle.' Cart Colt or Filly, foaled in 1911, 1912, or 1913, sired by one of the Carmarthenshire Stud Co.'s Horses—1, Mr. Rogers, Maesyprior, Carmarthen. Cart Colt or Filly, foaled in 1912-1, Mr. Rogers, Maesyprior, Carmarthen, 'Towy Butteroup'; 2, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Lucky Star.' Cart Mare or Gelding—1, Mr. Rogers, Maesy- prior, 'Prince Charlie'; 2, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'May.' Mare or Gelding, suitable for Colliery purposes, not exceeding 15 hands high—1 and 3, Mr. Ivor LI. Davies, 'Diamond' and 'Belie'; 2, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Farmer.' Cob or Hackney, Colt or Filly, foaled in 1912- 1, Mr. G. J. Thomas, Carregcegin, Llandilo; 2, Mr. J. Williams, Monachty, Nantgaredig. Cob or Hackney, Colt or Filly, foaled in 1911- 1, Mr. Dan Davies: Brynamlwg, Nantgaredig; 2, Mr. W. Davies, Ysguborstone, Carmarthen; 3, Mr. Richard Jones, Groesaskwrn, Llangendeirne. Cob or Hackney, Gelding or Filly, foaled in 1910 -1, Mr. G. J. Thomas, Carregcegin, Llandilo; 2, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Catch of Season'; 3, Messrs. D. White and Sons, Glyncaerau, Pontardulais, 'Hendy Prince'; he, Dr. W. C. Griffiths, Bryn House, Pont- ardulais, 'Mack.' Cob or Hackney Brood Mare, with foal at foot- 1, Mr. T. E. Davies, Castlehowell, Nantgaredig, 'Little Nan'; 2, Messrs. Evans, Hendrehedog, Abergwili. Sucker, Cob or Hackney—1. Messrs. Evans, ( Hendrehedog. Abergwiii; 2, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Tip-Top.' Mountain Pony, any age, not exceeding 12.2 h.h.— 1, Mr. R. H. Sampson, Bryngwili, Pontardulais, 'Bryngwili Bright Light'; 2, Mr. Evan Williams, Liwyndewi, Capel Dewi, 'Lady Dewi'; 3, Mr. J. Lloyd Morgan, Rhiwfelen, Abergwili Pony, any age, over 12.2 h.h., and not exceed- ing 13.2 h.h.—1. Mr. R. H. Sampson, 'Bryngwili; Torchlight' 2, Mr. T. E. Davies, 'Little Nan'; 3, Mr. T. J. Workman, Porthyrhyd, 'Darog Wonder'; he, Mr. Evan Williams, Llwynddewi, Capel Dewi. 'Blodwen.' Hunter, any age—1, Mr. W. Williams, Llwyn- piod, Abergwili; 2, Mr. Ivor Ll. Davies, 'Demon- stration'; 3, Mr. J. T. Phillips, M.R.C.V.S., Hen- dre, Llanarthney. Horse, any age or height, shown under saddle— 1, Messrs! Richards Brothers, Greenland Stud, Glanamman, 'Simonetta'; 2, Mr. G. J. Thomas, Carregcegin. Llandilo; 3, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Catch of Season'; he, Mr. D. E. Frapcis, Teglan, Pantyffynon. Pony, any age, not exceeding 13.2 h.h., to be driven in harness (open)—1, Mr. R. H. Sampson, 'Bryngwili Torchlight'; 2, Mr. T. E. Davies, 'Little Nan'; 3, Mr. David Griffiths, Plough Villa, Glan- amman; he, Mr. Wm. Jones, Brynawelon, Cross Hands. Horse, any age or height, to be driven in Harness (Open to Tenant farmers only)—1. Mr. G. J. Thomas, Carregcegin, Llandilo; 2 and 3, Messrs. D. White and Sons, 'Hendy King' and 'Hendy Prince'; he, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Catoh of Season.' Horse, any age or height, to be driven in harness (open)—1, Mr. G. J. Thomas, Llandilo; 2, Messrs. Richard Bros., 'Simonetta'; 3, Messrs. D. White and Sons, 'Hendy King.' Horse, any age or height (open to t'he Parish of Llancgwad), only shown under saddle—1, Mr. T. E. Davies; 2, Mr. E. Davies, Waungranod, Nantgar- edig; 3, Mr. D. Evans, Ynyswen, Llanegwad; 4, Mr. J. Williams, Monachty, Nantgaredig. Horse, any age or height, to be driven in harness -1, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Catch of Season'; 2. Mr. T. E. Davies; 3, Mr. D. Evans, Ynyswen, Nant- garedig; 4, Mr. E. Davies, Waungranod, Nant- garedig. Open Horse Jumping Competition—1, Mr. D. Jones, Tireithin, Pontyberem; 2, Mr. J. T. Phil- Hps. M.R.C.V.S., Hendre, Llanarthnev, 'School Girl.' CATTLE. Shorthorn Heifer, over one and not over two years old-I. Mr. Thomas Re-es, Blaencynen, Car- marthen, 'Tredegar White Socks'; 2, Mr. W. Jones, Ffynonddewi, Capel Dewi; 3. Mr. T. E. Davies; he, Mr. Thomas Thomas, Creselly Arms, Cothi Bridge. Shorthorn Bull Calf, under 12 months old-I, Mr D. Jones, Felindre Mill, Golden Grove; 2, Mr. Thomas Thomas, Creselly Arms, Cothi Bridge. Heifer of any Breed, over two and not over threo years old—1 and 3, Mr. Dan Davies, Bryn- three years old—1 and 3, Mr. Dan Davies, Bryn- amlwg, Nantgaredig; 2, Mr. D. Jones, Felindre Mill, Golden Grove. Shorthorn Bull, over one and not over two years old-I, Mr. Thomas Rees, Blaencynen, Carmar- then, "Mischief'; 2, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Royal Duke'; 3, Mr. J. Sivell, Forest Arms Hotel, Brechfa. 'Hotspur'; he, Mr. D. H. Davies, Wern- dren, Nantgaredig. < Shorthorn Heifer Calf, under 12 months old—1, Mr. T. Lewis, Brwnglas, Nantgaredig. Shorthorn Cow in Milk, which has produced a living calf during the present season-1, Mr. J. Lloyd Morgan; 2, Mr. Thomas Thomas; 3. Mr. D. Jones; hc, Mr. Dan Daivies. Shorthorn Bull, any age—1, Mr. Thomaa Rees, Blaencynen, Carmarthen, 'Mischief; 2, Mr. H. T. Davies, 'Royal Duke'; 3, Mr. J. Sivell, 'Hotspur'; he, Mr. D. H. Davies, 'White Heather PriMse.' fOpen Challenge Silver Cup, value 10 guineas, presented by Friends of the ex-President of the Society (Mr. T. Lewis, J.P., Brynglas) awarded for the best Shorthorn Cow or Heifer of any age ex- nib-ted in the Show. The cup to be won three times, not necessarily with the same animal, before it becomes the absolute property of the winner-I, Mr. Thomas Rees, Blaencynen, Carmarthen, 'Tre- degar White Sooks.' Milking Test. For the cow that will yield the greatest quantity of milk, by weight—1, Mr. Dan Davies, Brynamlwg, Nantgaredig; 2, Mr. J. Mil- liams, Monachty, Nantgaredig; 3, Mr. Ivor Lloyd Davies, 'Queen'; he, Mr. Idwal Lloyd Davies, Ty-nycoed, Llanegwad. Neatest, Cleanest, and Qui<^ke(st Performer in Class 31-1, Mr. Idwal Lloyd Davies; 2, Mr. J. Williams, Monachty. SHEEP. Ram, of any breed or age—1, Mr. David Davies, Penycoed, Llandilo; 2, Mr. W. Davies, Ffynnon- gollen, Nantgaredig; 3, Mr. Wm. Roberts. Peny- goitre, Llanfynydd;, Golden Grove; ho, Mr. J. Davies, Kincoed, Nantgaredig. Pen of 3 Breeding Ewes, of any breed or age- 1, Mr. D. Davies, Penycoed, Llandilo; 2, Mr. H. Evans, Penybryn, Nantgaredig; 3, Mr. T. E. Davies, Castlehowell, Nantgaredig; he, Mr. J. Williams, Tirbach, Nantgaredig. Pen of 2 Lambs—1, Mr. D. Davies, Penycoed, Llandilo; 2 and 3, Mr. T. E. Davies, Castlehoweif, Nantgaredig. PIGS. Open Sow, of any breed or age—1 and 2, Mr. Ivor LI. Davies; he, Mr. J. Davies, Kincoed, Nant- gacodig., DAIRY PRODUCE. 31bs. of Fresh Butter, in plain rolls—1, Miss Annio Mabel Philips, Hendrewenin, Llanarthney; 2, Miss M. H. Thomas, Pantyryn, Llangunnor; 3, Mrs. Davies, Glancapel, Nantgaredig; 4, Miss Beatrice M. Williams, Llwyndewi, Capel Dewi; he, Miss Nanno Davies, Tynycoed, Nantgaredig. Tub of Butter, not less than 100bs.-I, Mrs. Davies, Glancapel, Nantgaredig; 2, Miss M. H. Thomas, Pantyrhyn, Liangunnor; 3, Miss Beatrice M. WilLams; 4, Miss Annie Mabel Phillips; he Mrs. Davies, Tynycoed, Llanegwad. Skimmed Milk Cheese, not under 251bs. in weight 1, Mrs. Price, Tyrbach, Liangunnor; 2, Mr. Evans Thomas, Nantycaws-isaf, Llangunnor 3, ^c' -Mrs- Dav.es, Tynycoed, Nantgaredig. Basket of 12 Eggs-I, Mrs. Davies, Glancapel, Nantgaredig; 2, Mrs. Price, Tyrbaoh, Llangunnor; 3, Mr. T. Rees Jones, Gilfachgoch, Brechfa; 4, Mrs Lloyd Davies, Salutation Hotel, Cothi Bridge. RACES. Zig-zag Race (Open)-I. Mr. C. Davies, Glancapel, Nantgaredig; 2, Mr. Waters, Llandilo, "Happy Day." Open Trotting Handicap Race, in saddle only; distance about 2 miies-1, Mr. Wyrewood Rees, Colliers' Arms, Saron, Llandebie, 'Lizzie R. 2, Mr. D. Leonard Jones, Brynmair, Llanelly, 'See- ho"; 3, Mr. Rees Davies, Upper Colbren Road, Gwauncaegurwen. Open Flat Race for Ponies not exceeding 14 h.h.; distance about Ib miles-I. Mr. David Samuel, Mountain Hare. Cwmllynfell; 2, Mr. Walters, Llan- dilo, Happy Day.' Open Flat Race for Ponies not exceeding 14.0; distance about Ib miles—1, David Samuel, Cwm- liynfell, 'Bess'; 2, Waters, Llandilo, 'Happy Day.' Open Flat Rac"; d stance about 2 mi:"s-1, W. Lewis. Llandilo, Hripv Buy H. 2, H. Foliand" Brondeg, 'RaVen Bran3.' Victoria Cross Race, open-I. Waters, 1. ari- dilo. 'Happy Day'; 2, David Lewis, Cwmtriwbit. 'Pretty Polly.' Flat Race, confined to Parish of Llanegwad and adjoining parishes; distance about 121 miles—1 and 2, W. Lewis, Ffrwdydrain, 'Mrs. Pankhurst' and 'Happy Boy II.' Trotting Handicap Race, open to Parish of Llaneg-wad-I, Dr. J. H. Timothy, Cothi Bridge; 2, J. Griffiths, Typicca. Flat Race; distance about 2 miles—1. John Jones, Cwmllynfell, 'Mountain Daisy'; 2, — Waters, Llan- dillo, 'Happy Day.'

CRICKET GRAMMAR SCHOOL, CARMARTHEN, v. J.C. ASYLUM, CARMARTHEN. Scores:— £'i t"'f1" Grammar School—Mr. E. F. Bidgood, b D. Davies, 6; W. L. Da-vies, lbw, b S. F. Thompson, 2; H. Parry, o W. J. Davies, b D. Davies, 1; C. G. Lewis, b D. avies, 0; A. Bowen. b D. Davies, G. Lewis, b D. Davies, 0; R. H. Watson, lbw, b D. Davies, 0; D. J. Price, b S. F. Thompson, 3; A. Watson, c A. Devitt, b S. F. Thompson, 0; G. E. Thomas, b D. Davies, 4; D. Davies, not out, 6; extras, 2; total, 33. J.C. Asylum—David Evans, b R. Lewis, 0: Dr. Doig, b A. Bowen, 3: S. F. Thompson, c and b A. Bowen, 10; J. Richards, b R. Lewis, 4; J. J. Evans, o W. L. Davies, b A. Bowen, 1; D. Davies, b R. Lewis, 0; A. Devitt, lbw, A. Bowen'. 3; Dr. Boyd, c C. G. Lewis, b A. Bowen. 1; J. Melia c A. Watson, b R. Lewis, 1; W. J. Daviss, c D. Davies, b R. Lewis, 0; E. Long, not out 1; total, 24. Bowling-Asylum: D. Davies, 7 wickets for 14 runs; S. F. Thompson, 3 wickets for 17 runs. Grammar School: R. Lewis, 5 wickets for 12 runs; A. Bowen, 5 wickets for 12 runs.

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years ago, and his salary, although the population had about doubled, had remained the same, viz., LI-9 a year. The committee reoommended that it be increased to E20. Mr. Arthur Williams considered an increase of tpoi per cent. out of any reason. If they went on like this they would have plenty of work in dealing with applications for increases of salaries. He urged that they nad a duty to perform in safeguarding tho interests of the ratepayers. He proposed that his salary be increased 50 per cent., bringing ic up to ;618. There waa, he said, a certain amount of honour attached to the position, and it was done as a side issue. He demanded a. poll. Mr. Evan Davies held that he couldn't. Mr. D. W. Lewis said that the proposal to reduce the committee's recommendation to L18 was punish- ing the doctor because he had not asked for &n increase before. He questioned how long any class working for the honour of the thing could live. He considered it very mean on their part not to grant an increase after 20 years of service. Mr. Gomer Harries said he was the proposer of the motion to increase to £ 20, and Mr. D. W. Lewis the seconder- On these grounds he claimed the right to make some further observations, and he was surprised the chairman should object. The Chairman explained that he was not aware that Mr. Harries was the proposer. Mr. D. W. Lewis said that was so. Mr. Evan Davies-I think if you two did not speak the same time you would understand each other better (laughter). Mr. Gomer Harries—I beg to express my view on Dr. Lewis's salary. I think he's most deserving of an increase of all the officials under the Board. He has been in the service of the Board for twenty yearis, and has never had a rise.. He has been a most will- ing official, and has attended cases far and near and has oharged nothing extra. -iter the faithful way in which he has treated all the paupers, I think the proposed increase is a very meagre allowance for the services he has rendered. The proposition to increase the salary to 220 was carried. Mr. L. N. Powell proposed the adoption of the report increasing the salary of Dr. Byrne to JB16. Mr. D. W. Lewis seconded. Mr. Robert Matthews did not think they were acting fair in increasing the salary of one to C20 fairly treated and paid for the work he had done. by Dr. Byrne. Ho believed every man should be fairly treated and paid for the work he had done. He proposed it be increased to JB18. Mr. Rees Powell seconded. Questioned, the Clerk said he thought that the work was about the same in the two districts. The committee's report was adopted on a show of hands, viz., to increase to 116 only. PAUPERS AND THE QUESTION OF OLD AGE PENSIONS. Mr. Arthur Williams moved that a committee be appointed to consider cases of paupers eligible for old age pensioners.. He said they had done pretty fair during the last 12 months. They had effected a saving in the south district of L744 18s. and in the north JS169. He found, however, that there were still many who were eligible for old age pensions now in receipt of relief who had not applied. He .urged that they should do all they could to induce them to apply for the pensions. In the south there were 14, and in the north 9 who received 5s. a week, making a total of 23. That worked out for the south district at JB182, and the north E117, making a total of E299. Again he found that there were m the south a number who received 5s. 6d. and 6s. per week, and in the division it was possible to save E390 or a total of JE689. Seeing that they could relieve these people who were sick or required assistance in kind without interfering with their old age pensions at all it was their duty as guardians anxious to study their welfare and the removing of the taint of pauperism to endeavour to get them off the relief lists. Mr. Williams went on to say that the modern tendency was to try to get people out of their old environments and into new and better surroundings, and this would prove one of the means to that end as it would enable them by giving up the amount they received .in relief and going in for the pensions to spend an honourable and re- spccted old age. As a Board they would be doing these people a great deal of kindness as they would in no way suffer through it, and at the same time they would be relieving themselves of a portion of their burden by saving in poor relief. He proposed a committee representative of the whole area. If they got all these people to apply for the pensions they would effect a saving in their expenditure of £1,602 18s. per annum. That was a big sum and even if they did not save it they could utilize some of it to further relievo widows left with children dependent on them, and make their position a little more comfortable. In doing so they would be acting in an honourable manner without disparaging the position of the old aged. The Chairman seconding, said he asked Mr. Arthur Williams to bring this matter forward. He (the chairman) did not think they would bo inflicting any hardship on this people in acting as suggested. The doctors said they would attend them in the future as they had done in the past. He mentioned that nearly all these cases brought before them tha.t- day by Mr. Popkin were ones where medical attend- ance or relief in kind was granted. This union was not nearly as cruel as some unions where they reduced their relief in order to compel them to go in for old age pensions. He suggested the appoint- ment on the committee of one member from each ward or parish, and leave it to the committee to go to the expense of getting certificates and every- thing else. Mr. J. Williams failed to see what objection there could be for every member of the Board of Guard- ians to be on the committee. Everyone could do something in his own district. Mr. Arthur Williams, asked if he would agree, said he had no objection. Only he thought that a small committee would deal with the matter more effectively. The motion as altered was carried.