The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

EISTEDDFOD AT_ CARMARTHEN SUCCESSFUL UNDERTAKING. The great and only attraction on Bank Holiday at Carmarthen was the annual Eisteddfod, pro- moted by the Carmarthen Attractions Committee, which was held in a large marquee at Carmarthen Park on Monday, and was a decided euooess both as regards attendance and the standard attained In the competitions. Mr. J. B. Arthur (mayor of Carmarthen) acted as president, and the conductor was the Rev. Evan Davies, Gwauncaegxirwen. The following were the officials :-cbairman of eom- mi&tee, Mr. J. B. Arthur, mayor of Carmarthen; Finance and Executive Committee, The ex-Mayor (vice-chairman), Messrs. C. E. Davies, H. S. Holmes, E .V. Collier, 1. J. Nicholas, D, J. Dalvies, J. W. Poison, Henry R. Lewis, W. Bartlett, F J. Finglah, J. Howell Davies, John Morgan, Thomas Evans, S. Cairns; solicitor, Mr. J. F. Morris,; treasurer, Mr. C. Haydn Williams, 7, King-street; auditor, Mr. H. Brunei White, town clerk; secre- tary, Mr. Fred. G. Humpreys, 36, King-street. The adjudicators were:—Music, Mr. George Rise- ley, Bristol, and Dr. D. Christmas Williams, Mer- thyr; recitation, Mr. H. S. Holmes, B.A., B.Sm, and the Rev Gwilym Davies, M.A.; whilst the accompanist was Mr T. S. Puddicombe. Mr. T. D. Jones, Morriston, adjudicated at the preliminary test, and Mr. F. W. Watts accom- panied. Great praise is due to Mr. Fred. G. Humphreys, who proved to be a most able secretary, and, under difficult circumstances, carried out his duties ad- mirably, and in a manner which won the highest opinions of all. AWARDS. The following are the wards:— Junior pianoforte solo (not over 14 years), "Son- ata" in G minor (Bethoven)—Brinley Lear, Morris- ton. There were four competitors. Contralto solo, '"The Lord is my Light'—Mifis Agnes Phillips, Carmarthen. Four competitors Juvenile choirs (40-60 voices), and under 16 years of age, "A Bird Song" (Roland Rogers)—L, Brynanunan Juvenile Choir (conductor, Mr. John Williams); 2, Cor Plant y Tabernacl, Llanelly (Mr. L. W. Adams). The adjudicator stated that the Brynamman Choir contained delightful voices, and the rendering was excellent. Seoond Choral (40-60 voices), "How Sweet the Moonlight Sleeps' (D. Emlyn Evans)—1, Young Choristers' Glee Society, Carmarthen (conductor, Mr. J. J. Lewis); 2, Fforestfsuoh Gliee Singers (Mr. William Thomas). The adjudicator said there was no trouble in giving the adjudication, but they were in a doubt whether they would award the full reward. Senior pianoforte solo (open), Automne (Cha- minade)—Miss Iris Welsh, Swansea, and Mr. Cyril Williams, Narberth. Soprano solo, "Hear ye, Israel' from Elijah (Mendelssohn)—Miss Edith Jones, Landore. The Mayor (Mr. J. B. Arthur) delivering his presidential address, stated that last year he made his few remarks in English, but this year they would be made in Welsh, as many people had re- quested him to do eo. He did not intend to keep them any length of time, beoause he was fully aware that they had come to enjoy themselves at this delightful feast of literature and song. This in-, stitution was, he said, of great antiquity, and he found that even as far back as the fourteenth cen. tury an eisteddfod of an high order of merit was held in the anoient borough of Carmarthen. tIe referrod to the great influence of the eisteddfod on the life of the nation, and said it had done much to foster everything that had an elevating ten- dency, and to develop latent talent. Many of those occupying positions of first rank in the world of literature and music owed a great deal of their sucoess to this noble institution. The eisteddfod song was splendidly rendered by Miss May Matthews, Carmarthen. Quartette, "Yea, though I walk' (in G) from "The Light of the World" (Sullivan)—1, Mr. William Jones' Party, Carmarthen; 2, Mr. T. Davies' Party, Lampeter.! Recitation, '"The Women of Mumbles Head" in Welshor English—Prize divided between Mrs. Emily Pickford, Penarth, and Mr. John Evans, Garnant. Ladies', Choir Competition (40-60 voices), "The Pixies (Coleridge aylor)—The Carmarthen Ladies' Choir (conductress. Miss A. M. Buckley) was the only competitor, and were deemed worthy of the prize of J615. Baas solo, "Two Grenadiers" (in F minor) (Schumann)—John Bowen, Burry Port. MALE VOICE CONTEST. The following choirs sang in the male voice compbtitibn. test piece "The Hebrew Captives" Leon Paliard):—London Welsh Male Voice Choir (conductor, Mr. Glanmor Morgan), Cynon United Male Voice Party (Mr. Wm. Gwynne), Resolven Male Voice Party (Mr. Willie Rowlands), Llanelly Male Choir (Mr. D. H. Lewis), and Bargoed Teivy Male Voice Party (Mr. D. Jenkins. C.M.). In giving his adjudication. Mr. Riseley deplored the fact that the tremelo had been so much in evidence in the competition, and said some of the choirs had lost prizes, because their pitch, their key and tone, and everything that wemt to the running of a piece was absolute nonsense to the adjudica- tors owing to this. He described the competition as really excellent. The first prize of 950 was awarded to London Welsh, who secured 72 marks out of a maximum of 80, and the second of £10 to Llanelly, who obtained 54 marks. Tenor solo, "Y Gadlef" ("The War Call") (D. Emlyn Evans)—Mr. Llew Jones, Aberdare. THE CHIEF CHORAL. In the Chief Choral Competition three choirs sang, viz.. Myrddin Choir (conductor, Mr. D. N. Jones), Towy Choral tsoo ety (Mr. William Jones), Llanelly and District Harmonic Society (Mr. Richard Tawe Jones). The test pieces were: "Theme Sublime of endless Praise" (Handel) and As Torrents in Summer (Elgar). The first prize of j340 was won by Llanelly. The adjudicator (Mr. Christmas Williams) stated that the performance was characterised by much beauty of tone, while the articulation was the best they had listened to in any competition that day. The chorus was an impressive rendering, displaying the true majesty of the old master.

UNITED COUNTIES AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY SPLENDID SHOW AT LLANELLY. A RECORD ATTENDANCE. The annual exhibition of horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, dairy produce, and sheep dog trials, in con- nection with the United Counties Agricultural Society, was this year held at Stradey Park, Llan- elly, the Council of the Society having accepted the invitation of the Carmarthenshire Agricultural Society to visit the tinplate metropolis on August Bank Holiday. For the second time einoe its in- auguration, the show has migrated from Carmar- then, where it was founded some twenty years ago, its first departure from the town of its birth being last, year, when Cardigan was the venue. The year before the great railway strike occasioned the only break in the Sooiety's existence, as Cardigan had been fixed on for that year. The result of the Cardigan show justified the migratory movement, and when Llanelly applied, their request was readily granted, for the Society recognises that if it is to attain the aims and objects it was established for, the show must visit various centres within the area it serves, viz., Carmarthenshire, Cardiganshire and Pembrokeshire. That the exhibition loses nothing in moving from place to place is proved by the number of entries, which has been well maintained, and the very large attendances are ample evidences of how highly the gublio appreciate the effort of the Society to brmg the show to the very doors of the people as it were. It is true that in several classes this year the entries were not as numerous as we should have liked/to see them, but we ■do. not attribute this to the peripatetic movement. Rather is the cause to be found in the fact that agriculturists do not care to compete against ex- hibitors who lay themselves out specially for show- work, winning prizes all over the country, and against whom the average farmer has no chance. This is more especially the case in light horses. However, on the whole the exhibition was a highly creditable one, and what was lacking in numbers was made up for in quality, which must be de- scribed as tip-top. As for the attendance, it was a record one, and a tremendous increase on former yieans. We congratulate Sir Owen Philippe, K.C.M.G., Coomb, Carmarthenhire, on the great success which the show achieved under his presi- dency. He must have been delighted with the gathering, and the way the county people turned up to support him, including Sir Stafford and Lady Howard, Mr. Mansel Lewis. Stradey Castle; Col. Gwynne-Hughes, Glancothi; Mr. Kenneth Walker; Mr. W. S. G. Morris, Ystradwrallt; etc., etc. The arrangements were admirable, thanks • to the foresight of the experienced Secretary (Mr. D. H. Thomas, auctioneer, land agent, etc., Quay-street, Carmarthen), and everything passed off without the slightest hitch. Mr. Thomas is deserving of a special word of praise, for the great and successful pfforts he has made for the exhibition since its in- ception. He throws himself whole-hoartedly into the work of the Society, which is, indeed, fortunate in having the invaluable services of such an ex- perienced and genial secretary at its disposal. On this occasion he received able assistance from Mr. Rhys W. Harry, Llanelly, secretary of the local committee. PRESIDENT'S HEARTY RECEPTION. At half-past eleven on Monday last the President (Sir Owen Philipps) arrived by motor-car on the show ground, and having been introduced to mem- bers of the Llanelly local oomimttee, who w(jre, waiting in the ring below the grand-stand, by the Secretary of the Society (Mr, D. h. Thomas) was accorded a very hearty reception. Mr. H. Morton G. Evans, Llangennech Park, president of the Llanelly looal committee, and the Carmarthenshire Agricultural Society, advanced to meet Sir Owen, and said that on behalf of the Carmarthenshire Agricultural Society, it gave him very great pleasure to offer to Sir Owen, and the members of the United Counties Agricultural Society, a hearty welcome on the occasion of the first visit to that town. Llanelly was essentially a manufacturing centre, surrounded by industrial and mining villages, but there were thousands who were entirely dependent on farming, and apprecia- ted the opportunity they had given them that day of seeing such* collections of well-bred animals, and learning so many things which ought to be of assistance to them (hear, hear). Although they were situated a long way from parts of Pembroke- shire and Cardiganshire, and there were 6howfe at Swansea and other places near that day, it was pleasing to find that the entries this year were up to the average, and with regarl to the additional classes it was pleasing to find there were so many entries—in one class over forty. They had been favoured with beautiful weather, and they would be very disappointed if the result was not e«jual, if not better, than they had had before. They trusted it would not be long before the Society paid them another visit. In conclusion he would like to thank them and their able Secretary (Mr. D. H. Thomas) for his courtesy and kindness—(hear, hear)—and also their much respected Secretary (Mr. Harry) for his valuable services. He wished them every success (applause). Sir Owen Philipps, who was received with ap- plause, on behalf of the United Counties Agricul- tural Society, said he had much pleasure in saying that it had been with much pleasure they accepted the invitation for the show to visit Llanelly this year. It was only the seoond time, trinoothe in- auguration of the show, that it had not been held at Carmarthen. He thought they would all agree that a United Counties Sohow should visit each im- portant agricultural centre in the three counties from time to time. He had always taken a deep interest in agriculture. He knew what shows of that kind had done "for the farmers in the district by the improvement of the various breeds of cattle. Ireland had shown them, by competing much more strongly with the Welsh farmer than a few years ago, what pedigree blood would do to improve stock. That was entirely. because the Irish Board of Agriculture had enormously increased the number of pedigree bulls throughout the country. That had enormously helped Ireland in their industry of store cattle, and it was very im- portant for Wales that they should maintain the lead they had always held in "agriculture (hear, hear), j He knew what a good class of pedigree bulls had done when imported into the Argentine Republic, and the animals, by the time they were ready for the butcher, bad increased enormously tn weight. Hji knew now, what the importation of pedigree stock had done, and was going to do for South Africa and Rhodesia. In a small way recently he had started, as they were aware, a herd of pedigree Shorthorns at Coomb (hear, hear). He believed the more pedigree animals in the country the better for every farmer in the country. It gave him v'ry great pleasure on behalf of the United Counties Agricultural Show to come there to receive ibe well-known hospitality of the people of Llanelly (near, hear)—^and he thanked them on his own behalf, and on behalf of every member of the Society, for the cordial welcome they had given them that day (cheers). • THE OFFICIALS. The officials wereVice-president, Mr. Vaughan Davies, M.P., Tanybwloh, Aberystwyth; Judges— Shires, Mr. W. F. S. Humphreys, Amberley Court, Monmouth; Hackneys, Mr. Thomas Smith, Shirley Stud, Hall Green, near Birmingham; Shorthorns, Mr. George Harrison, Gainford Hall, Gainford, Darlington; Black Cattle, Mr. H. J. Evans, Escuan Hall, Towyn; Sheep, Mr. A. S. Berry, Shenstone Hall, Lichfield; Sheep-dog Trial, Mr. David Price, Nantyrharn, Cray, Brecon; Dairy Produce, Miss iFisk, University College of Wales, Aberystwyth. Stewards:—Shorthorns, Mr. Thomas Jones, Mr. Percy Thomas, Mr. D. Harris, and Mr. H. W. Spowart; Welsh Blacks, Mr. John Davies, Mr. John Jenkins and Mr. D. Richards. Heavy Horses, Mr. John Thomaa, Mr. Samuel Phillips, Mr. J. Rogers and Mr. Jack Francis; Hackneys, Sir Marteine O. M. Lloyd, Bart., Mr. R. H. Harries, M.F.H., Mr. R. Jones, Mr J. Ll. Richards, Mr. J. Walton Bishop, Dr. Bowen Jones and Mr. Edwin Morgan; Sheep. Mr. R. Footman, Mr. J. Davies and Mr. G. E. Baker; Sheep-dog Trial, Mr. John Rees. Mr. Wm. Thomas. Mr. D. L. Bowen and Mr. David Davies: Dairy Produce. Mr. J. W. Harries and Mr. Ellis Evans. General Steward of 32M the Yard, Mr. H. M. 61-. Evans, President Car- marthenshire Agricultural Society; Veterinary In- spector, Mr. J. F. Rees, M.R.C.V.S., Carmarthen, and local veterinary surgeon, Mr. J. Campbell Hill, M.R.C.V.S., Llanelly; Treasurer, Mr. P. J Whel- don, Carmarthen The Shorthorns were a very usvful lot, and al- though the numbers in the classes were not large, the quality was extra. Probably the best class in this section was the yearling bull, the premier award being secured for Sir Owen Philipps by "Eastward Knight," a nice promising young bull. full of quality, which was also awarded the Short- horn Society's prize. The classes confined to tenant farmers were rather small in number, but it was "good stuff" as a well-known breeder described the animals. Mr. J. D. Key, Tynywern Farm, showed some good cattle, and secured the prize for the best milk yield non-pedigree Shorthorn with "Dairymaid,' a very good sort of dairy cow, which gave 42 pounds of milk. This needs no comment. In the pedigree Shorthorn dairy cow in milk, Mr. Key with "Ruth" took second place to Sir Owen Philipps' "Rosy Belle," although the milk yield was 26 pounds against 30 pounds. The Judge took 2 2 the quality of the animals into consideration. The black cattle section was very good, excepting the heifer calf class. The two young bull classes were fine, and in the calf class the award to Lord St. David's "Lydstep William" was hailed as splen- did. The. cows and heifers were excellent, and as good a lot as has ever been seen at this show. The aged bull class was a fair one, the winner being very typical of the breed, whilst the second was rather North Walian, and the third coming more to the South type again. The agricultural horse section, one was pleased to note, contained many splendid animals, and the classes filled in well. It is indeed gratifying to End that there is a substantial improvement in the breeding of shires. The exhibits on the whole were of very average merit, but the winning ani- mals in several classes were outstanding, and pro- vided the type of heavy horse required. T brood mare class was won by a mare with a lot of size and weight and very good feet, the second being not quite so heavy or so good. The third, Mr. Thomas' "Derllys Heiress," was last year's winner, but on Monday, unfortunately, was brought out very short of finish, and having been bound to leave her foal at home, did not look as well as she did last year when she won the cup. The winner in this class was eventually award d the cup and silver medal. The foals were made a very nice class, and exhibits should desvelop into useful animals. In the gelding or mare class, Mr. D. Evans, Llwyncadwor, won with "Emlyn Starlight," which did well at Newcastle-Emlyn earlier in the spring. In the three-year-olds Mr. Philip Lambton won with "Brownslade Hazel," bred by himself, and is a very nice sort of filly. Sir Owen Phiipps' "Alvechurch Double Queen' came second with a filly a little better on the legs, but not the weight and action of the winner. The two-year- ,old class proved the best class in the section, and the judge evidently had a little trouble in deciding between first and second. In the end Mr. Oakley Harries' "Garreg Lady Jameson,' a great big up- standing filly, with the best of feet and bottoms, was awarded premier position, and was also placed reserve for the cup. The second, Mr. Thomas- "Cwmau Mistress," was another great upstanding filly, but not quite the depth or width of the winner. She had. good feet and nice joints. The yearling filly class was numerically the weakest class in the show, but as far as quality went, quite as good as any. The winner, Mr. J. Ll. Richards' "Queen." was another of 'Marden Jameson's" -get —a well-growing filly with beautiful bottoms and a very good mover, i&lr. D. Rogers took second with "Towy Buttercup," sired by "Capstone Harold," another well-grown filly, with a very good body, and a lot of bone, but unfortunately had lost a bit of her hair round her coronets, otherwise she would have made a bigger fight for first place. In the yearling colt class Mr. Thomas, Cwmau- bach, came to the front with a big upstanding colt by "Dewston Forest King," and with a lot of hair and a good mover which looks like growing into a very useful horse. In the collier class Mr. Ivor LI. Daves, Derimoilon, was awarded first prize with his noted winner, "Diamond," which was easily first. The light horses made a very attractive show, and crowds watched the judging. When we say that prominent winners were Mr. T. J. Mathias, Cardigan; Mr. D. Evans, Llwyncadfor; Mr. Evan Jones, Manoravon, and Mr. Hopkins, Tyisaf, Llan- eipbie, it is sufficient to guarante that the prize animals at least were a smart lot. The younger classes were especially good. The harness horses were a bit scarce in number, but of excellent quality. The jumping was also good, especially having regard to the hard state of the ground. The sheep made a good display, and the dairy produce was very good. The sheep dog trials were very interesting and were watched by thousands of spectators. There was a good display of machinery and tents. The firm of Messrs. Wm. Thomas and Son, Carmar- then, exhibited agricultural machinery, etc., as did also Harries, Towy Works, including a horse potato digger. Messrs* R. A. Lister and Co., Dursley, the well known West of England implement and dairy machinery manufacturers, had a display of their well-known cream separators, and gave exhibitions with their latest petrol engines, which does its own oiling automatically, and is so easy to understand that a farm servant, even with no previous engine experience can take charge of it. British made from start to finish, it has no cogs exposed, and all gear ing is enclosed. The exhibition was in charge of the agent, Mr. J. Tom Jones, Carmarthen, and Mr. George, the district representative of the firm. Other stands included Messrs. Stephen Pettifer, re- presented by Mr. Frizel, St. Clears, and Tippers, represented by Mr. Rees, Carmarthen, and Polientia, well known firms of cattle medicine vendors. It should be stated that the President, with lis usual generosity, defrayed the expenses of the whole of the tenantry on the Coomb estate, to and at the show, including luncheon and tea. The catering was again in the hands of that experienced and able firm of Messrs. George, of Cheltenham, who gave the highest satisfaction. The attendance during the day was as follows: 11 a.m., 1,056; 12 a.m., 2,004; 1 p.m., 3,034; 2 p.m., 4,168; and 3 p.m., 5106. AWARDS. CATTLE. -SHORTHORN. Class I.-Bull, two years old and upwards—1, Right Hon. Lord Dynevor, Dynevor Castle, Llan- jdilo, Adbolton Champion; 2, Thomas Davies, Cwm- sawdde, Llangadock, Mont Blanc; 3, Mrs. Rees, Danyrhyw, Peniel Road, Carmarthen, St. David. Class 2.-Bull, exceeding one and not exceeding two years old—1, Sir Owen Philipps, K.C.M.G., Coomb, Carmarthen, Eastwood Knight; 2, J. D. Key, Tynywern Farm, Ponthenry Road, Llanelly, Prescriber; 3, Sir Owen Philipps, K.C.M.G., Car- marthen, Nimrod of Cluny; r, C. Morgan-Richard- son, Moregnau, Rhos Hill, Champion Cup; c, Thomas Rees, Blaencynen, Carmarthen, Mischiet. Class 3.-Bull, not exceeding twelve months old— 1, C. Morgan-Richardson, Morgenau, Rhos Hill, Toreador; 2, C. Morgan-Richardson, Caesar; 3, Colonel W. Gwynne-Hughes, Glancothi, Nantgaredig, Moon King; r, J. D. Key, Protector; c, David Thomas and Son, Blaenyfan, Pontahtwn, Van Beau, and David Jones, Veli v:.r3 Mill, Goiden Grove, Zonging Corister. Class 4.-Cow, in Milk or in Calf, over tir-c years old—1, Mrs. F. A. Lort Phillips, Glanarberth, Boncath, Lady Alcyone; e, J. C. Harford, Falcon- dale, Peterwell Victress; 3, Col. W. Gwynne-Hughes, Hewthorn, Blossom; c, J. F. Thomas, Penybedd Farm, Pembrey, Pembrey Princess. Class 5.-Heifer, in Milk or in Calf, exceeding two and not exceeding three years old—1, D. H. Thomas, Starling Park, Carmarthen, Starling White Rose; 2, Sir Owen Philipps, K.C.M.G., Tongs- wood Mayflower; 3, John F. Thomas, Penybedd, Burry Port. Class 6.-Heifer exceeding 1 and not exceeding 2 years old—1, C. Morgan-Richardson, Queen Miriam; 2, Thomas Rees, Blaencynen, Carmarthen, Tredegar White Socks; 3, J. C. Harford, Peterwell Victress III.; c, Joha F. Thomas. Penybedd, Burry Port. Class 7.-Heifer. not exceeding twelve months old -1, J. D. Key, Jill K II. (Open to Tenant-Farmers only whose main source of livelihood is Farming. Class 8.-Bull, two years old and upwards—1, Thomas Davies, Cwmsawdde, Llangadock, Mount Blanc; 2, Mrs. Rees, Danyrhiw, Peniel Road, Car- marthen, St. David. Class 9.—Bull, exceeding one and not exceeding two years old—1, J. D. Kev, Tynywern Farm, Ponthenry Road, Llanelly, Prescriber; 2, Thomas Rees, Blaencynen, Carmarthen, Mischief; 3, Mrs. Evans, Eisteddfa, Llanon, Llanelly, Starling Lad. Class IO.-Bull, not exceeding twelve months old -J. D. Key, Protector; 2, David Jones, Velindre Mill. Golden Grove. Zgnging Corister; 3, David Thomas and Son, Blaenyfan, Pontantwn, Van Beau: c, Mrs. Evans, Eisteddfa. Llanon. Llanelly, Roan Emperor. Class 11.—Best Non-Pedigree Shorthorn or Cross- bred Dairy Cow. The cow to be milked in the presence of the Judge in the show ring—1, J. D. Key, Dairymaid. SPECIAL PRIZES. (Open to the United Kingdom). A Special Prize of £10, offered by the Shorthorn Society of Great Britain and Ireland, and a Second Prize of JE5 by the United Counties Agricultural Society, for the best Pedigree Shorthorn Dairy Cow in Milk, four years old and upwards (subject to conditions)-I, Sir Owen Philipps, K.C.M.G., Rosy Belle; 2, J. D. Key, Ruth F. 6th (Open to South Wales) A Special Prize of £10, offered by the Shorthorn Society, and a Second Prize of JB5 by the United Counties Agricultural Society, for the best Short- horn Bull in South Wales, calved in 1912 (subject to conditions)—1, Sir Owen Philipps, K.C.M.G., Eastwood Knight; 2, J. D. Key, Prescriber. WELSH BLACK CATTLE. Class 14.-Bull, exceeding two years old—1, E. and R..Davies, Lammeston, Pembroke, Duke of Pembroke II.; 2, Richard Thomas, Castle Tooh, Laugharne, Castle Emperor; 3, Wm. Hughes, Coi- nant, Clynderwen, Up-to-date: Class 15.-Bull, exceeding one' and not exceeding two years old—1, David Levws Thomas, Blaensarn- goch, Llanboidy, Marquis II.; 2, Wm. Griffiths, Woods End Farm, Pembroke, The Marquis; 3, John Williams, Eithinduon-issa, Mydrim, St. Clears, Prmce George; hc, Ivor Lloyd Davies, Derimoilon, Golden Grove, Prince. Class 16.-Bull, not exceeding twelve months old- 1. Lord St. David's, Lydstep, Penally, Lydstep William; 2, Ivor Lloyd Davies, Derry Boy; 3, Lord St. David's, Lydstep Wonder. Class 17.-Cow, m Milk or in Calf, over three years old—1, Lord St. David's, Lydstep Sarah; 2, J. W. Harries, Pilrhoth, Llanstephan Road, Carmarthen, Vidah; 3, David Lewis Thomas, Blaensarngoch, Llanboidy, Duchess; he, Lord St. David's, Lydstep Betty; c, J. W. Harries, Duchess of PJrhoth. Class 18.—Heifer, in Milk or in Calf, exceeding two and not exceeding three years old—1, William Griffiths, Wood's End Farm, Pembroke, Primrose; 2, J. W. Harries, Gwenllian II.; 3, Lord St. David's, Lydstep Margaret; ho, Ivor Lloyd Davies, Primrose; c, Lord St. David's, Lydstep Sail. Class 19.—Heifer, exceeding one and not exceed- ing two years old—1, James W. Griffiths, The Court, Penally, Florist; 2, David Lewis Thomas, Princess; 3, James W. Griffiths, Cowslip III. Class 20.-Heifer, not exceeding twelve months old—1, Ivor Lloyd Davies, Beauty; 2, David Lewis Thomas, Pearl; 3, James W. Griffiths, Penally Rose. Class 21.-Best Pedigree or Non-pedigree Black Dairy Cow. The cow to be milked in the presence of the Judge in the show ring—1, Ivor Lloyd Davies, Rosy; 2, James W. Griffiths, Sweet Briar; 3, J. W. Harries, Pilrhoath Pensquarp. A Challenge Cup, presented by Sir Owen and Laciy Philipps, of Coomb, Carmarthen, awarded for the best Welsh Black Bull not exceeding two years old, the cup to be won twice by the same exhibitor with different animals before becoming his absolute property. Open only to Tenant Farmers in the Counties of Carmarthen, Pembroke, and Cardigan, whose main source of livelihood is farming-I, D. L. Thomas, Blaensarngoch; r, W. Griffiths, Woods End Farm, Pembroke. HORSES. AGRICULTURAL HORSES. Class 22.-Brood Mare—1, Philip Lambton, Brownslade, Pembroke, South.11 Star; 2, T. Thomas, Cwmaubach, Carmarthen, Hendy Dia- dem; 3, J. B. P. Thomas, Derllys Court, Carmar- then, Derllys Heiress; r, Evan Jones, Manoravon, Llandilo, Manoravon Flower; c, Sir Owen Philipps, K.C.M.G., Alvechurch Double Queen, and M. R. Harries, Llanrithan, Penycwm, May Queen's Flower. Class 23.-Colt or Filly, foaled in 1913-1, Wm. Thomas, Tynywaun Farm, Hendy, Pontardulais; 2, John F. Thomas, Pembrey Bell; 3, Phili p Lamb- ton, Brownslade Forest Star; he, Ivor Lloyd Davies, Champion's Boy; c, Sir Owen Philipps, K.C.M.G., and M. R. Harries. Class 24-Gelding or Mare, any age—1, David Evans, Llwyncadfor, Henllan, Emlyn Starlight. Class 25.-Gelding or ifilly, foaled in 1910-1, Philip Lambton, Brownslade Hazel; 2, Sir Owen Philipps, K.C.M.G., Alvechurch Double Queen; 3, Daniel Beynon, Ynysafren Farm, Ponthenry, Castelldu Gloaming; c, J. F: Thomas, Pembrey Orphan. Class 26.—Gelding or Filly, foaled in 1911-1, Oakley Harries, Garreg Farm, Kidwelly, Garreg Lady Jameson; 2, T. Thomas, Cwmaubach, Car- marthen, Cwmau Mistress; 3, David James, Rhydy- Iffynnon, Llandebie, Deilo Flower; r, Ll. Griffith, Tanylan, Kidwelly, Mair; he, Wm. Jeremy, Tref- ynys, Peniel Road, Carmarthen, Blossom; c, M. R. Harries, Lanrithall, Penycwm, Llanrithan Diamond Queen. Class 27.—Filly, foaled in 1912-1, J. Ll. Richards, Pantyrathro, Carmarthen, Jueen; 2, D. Rogers, Maesyprior, Carmarthen, Towy Buttercup; 3. David Evans Llwyncadfor, Henllan, Emlyn Ursula; r, Ll. Griffith, Tanylan, Kidwelly. Class 28.-Colt or Gelding foaled in 1912-1, T. Thomas, Cwmaubach, Carmarthen, Cwmau Forest King; 2, Oakey Harries, Kidwelly, Garreg Black Prince; 3, Wm. Hughes, Coinant, Clynderwen, Locking Crown Jewel; r, M. R. Harries, Llanrithan, Penycwm, Llanrithan Champion King; c, Ll. Gri- ffith, Tanylan, Kidwelly. Class 29.-Collier, Gelding or Mare, exceeding three years old, 14 and not exceeding 15 hands high—1, Ivor Lloyd Davies, Diamond; 2, J. F. Thomas, Draw Boy; 3, New Pool Colliery Co., Ltd., Burry Port, Whit. Class 30.—A Special Prize of 25, the gift of Mr. Henry Studt, awarded for the Best Suckling Colt or Filly, sired,by either of the Carmarthen- shire Stud Company Horses, viz., "Capstone Harold," "Royal Glen III." and "Marden Jame- son"—! and 2, J. F. Thomas, Pembrey, Pembrey Ben and Pembrey Bell. TRADESMEN'S TURN-OUTS. (Open to Tradesmen residing within a radius of 10 miles of Llanelly Post Office). Class 43a.—Tradesmen's, Contractors', or Hauliers' Turn-out (single heavy horse)—1, Samuel Be van, Son and Roberts, Ltd., Works, Engineers, and Builders, Furnishers, Llanelly, Black; 2, T. P. Jones, South Wales Stores, Llanelly, Champion; 3, T. P. Jones, Duke; r, Samuel Bevan, Son and Roberts, Farmer. OPEN CHALLENGE CUP. (Open to the United Kingdom). A Challenge Cup, value Thirty Guineas, awarded for the best Shire Mare, Filly, or Filly Foal in the Show. The cup to be won three times by the same exhibitor betore becoming his absolute pro- perty—1, Philip Lambton, Southhill Star; r, Oak- ley Haries, Garreg Lady Jameson. A Champion Silver Medal, or the sum of fl, offered by the Shire Horse Society, for the best Shire Mare, Filly, or Filly Foal in the Show, registered or eligible for reg:stration in the Shire Horse Stud Book—1, Philip Lambton, Southill Star; r, Oakley Harries, Garreg Lady Jameson. HACKNEYS AND PONIES. Class 31.-Hackney Brood Mare—1, David Evans, Llwyncadfor, Henllan, Norton Scpetre; 2, Mrs. C. Jones, Llanowm Farm, Llandefeilog, Jinnie; 3, David Harries, Dyffryn Stores, Ammanford, St. David's Lady. Class 32.-Hackney Colt or Filly, foaled in 1913- 1, David Evans, Emlyn Matchless; 2, Mrs. C. Jones; 3, David Harries, St. David's Lad. Class 33.-Hackney Gelding or Mare, foaled in 1910-1, R. H. Sampson, Pontardulais, Bryngwili, Flashlight; 2, G. J. Thomas, Carregcegin Stud, Llandilo, Hilden Snowflake 3, Dr. W. C. Griffiths, Bryn House, Pontardulais, Mack. Class 34.-Hackney Gelding or Filly, foaled in 1911-1, Tom J. Mathias, Llysmyrddin, Cardigan, Dorothy; 2, David Evans, Emlyn Swell. Class 35.-Hackney Colt, Gelding or Fiily, foaled in 1912-1, Thomas Jones, Troedrhywrhwch, Llan- dyssul, Tyssul Dane,-elt; 2, T. Jones, Pentre Farm, Kidwelly, Lady Maxim; 3, G. J. Thomas, Carreg- cegin Stud, Llandilo, Cegin Earl. Class 36.-Hackney Gelding or Mare, exceeding 15 hands, to be ridden—1, J .Mathias, Riot; 2, David Davies and Sons. Angel House, New- castle-Emlyn, Lady of Fash on; 3, D. White and Sons, Glyncaerau, Pontardulais, Sunstar; r, R. A. Falconer, Stackpole Farm, Pembroke, Gwili Em- press. 14 hands and not exceeding 15 hands, to be ridden—1, Tom J. Mathias, Bonnie Girl; 2, G. J. Thomas, Hilden Snowflake; 3, Evan Jones, Manoravon, Llandilo, Chantrese; r, Richard Bros., Greenland Stud, Glanamman, Simonette. Class 33.—Pony, Gelding or Mare, exceeding 13 and not exceeding 14 hands, to be ridden-l,lom J. Mathias, Cardigan Master; 2, J. Hopkins, Ty- isaf, Llandebie, Queen of Diamonds; 3, Tom J. Mathias, Bonnie Boy; r, Evan Jones, Lla 1 Jili), Chista; he, John Richards, Rhos Farm, Llanelly, White Stockings. Class 39.-Pony, Gelding or Marc, not exceeding 13 hands, to be ridden—1, R. H. Sampson, Bryn- gwili Torchlight; 2, Tom J. Mathias, Sweet Boy; 3, Dr. W. C. Griffiths, Little Polly. HARNESS. Gelding or Mare, exceeding 15 hands, to be driven in Harness—1, Tom J. Mathias, Llysmyrddin, Cardigan, Riot; 2, D. White and Sona, Glyncaerau, Pontardulais, Sunstar; 3, David Davies and 305,6, Angel House, Newcastle-Emlyn, Lady of Fashion; wriT" Fa-tamer. Gwili Empress; bo, William Williams, Clochgrie Farm, Llanelly, Lady Mark W' ell. Class 41.-Gelding or Mare, over 14 and not ex- ceeding 15 hands, to be driven in Harne88-1, Riohards Brothers, Greenland Stud, Brynamman, Simonette; 2, Evan Jones, LJandilo, Chantrese; 3, G. J. Thomas, Hilden Snowflake; r, Tom J. Mathias, Bonnie Girl. Class 42.-Gelding or Mare, over 13 and not ex- ceeding 14 hands, to be driven in harness—1 Tom J. Mathias, Cardigan Master; 2, J. Hopkins, Ty- isaf, Llandebie, Queen of Diamonds; 3, Tom J. Mathias, Llysmyrddin, Cardigan, B-nny Boy; r, Evan Jones, Manoravon, Llandilo, Chista; he, Thomas and Son, King Square, Llanelly, Mack. Class 43.-Gelding or Mare, not exceeding 13 hands, to be driven in Harnees-l, R. H. Sampoom, Bryngwili Torchlight; 2, Tom J. Mathias, Sweet Boy; 3, Dr. W. C. Griffiths, Little Ply. Class 43b.—Tradesmen's, Contractors'br Hauliers' Turn-out, single horse, not exceeding 14.2 bands- 1, Thomas Morgan and Son, Llanelly, Crotten Ddua 2, John Richards, Llanelly, White Stock- ings; 3, Isaac Jones, Llanelly, Lady Well. An Illustrated Certificate and Silver Medal was offered by the Welsh Pony and Cob Society for the best Mare or Filly entered, or eligible to be entered, in the Welsh Pony and Cob Stud Book, in Classes 38 and 39. If not already entered, an entry of the winner must be lodged with the Secre- tary before the medal will be forwarded-I, J. Hopkins-, Tyisaf, Queen of Diamonds; r, Dr. W. C. Griffiths. Little Polly. The winner was dedared unsound by the official veterinary inspector, and so the medal went to Dr. Griffiths. A Silver Medal was offered by the Hackney Horse £ r Hackney or Pony Mare, Filly, or Filly Foal that -s registered or eligible for regis- tration in the Hackney Stud Book-1, David Evan* Llwyncadfor, Norton Sceptre. JUMPING. Class 44.-Best Jumper of any age (Open)-l and L?V1rf *?ftWcCn T" M" W- Davies, High- field, Llanelly, Stepney Queen, and Arthur H. I/ttle John Th°ma* Street> Merthyr Tydfil, Class 45.-Best Jumper of any age (Open only to Tenant Farmers and those mainly earning their livelihood by farming)-l, D. D. Lewis, Bryn- shaffre, Llangennech, Naughty Girl; 2 S. H. Anthony, Penlan, Kidwelly, Mona. SHEEP (SHROPSHIRE). Class 46.-Two-Shear or Aged Ram-I. George Morris, Rose Cottage, Milford Haven, Milford Model; 2, C. Driscoll, Pen back, Whitland, Cymro IV. Class 47.-Shearling Ram-1, George Morris, Joiin Bull; 2, George Morris, Easter Gift; 3, C. Driscoll, Whitland Monarch. Class 48.-Ram Lamb—1, George Morris, Top- thorne; 2, C. Driscoll, General; 3, W. Thomas, Trecor Farm, Ferryside, Rambler; r, George Mor- ris, Miford Quality; c, George Morris, Milford Laddie. Class 49.-Pen of Thrtni- Two-shear or Aged Ewes-I. George Morris; 2 and 3, C. Driaooll. Class 50. Pen of Three Shearling Ewes-1, Geo. Morris; 2 and 3, C. Driscoll. Class 51.-Pen of Three Ewe Lambe-1 and 2, George Morris; 3, W. Thomas, Trecor Farm, Ferry- side; r and he, C. Driscoil. Class 25. A Special Prize of 25, presented by the Shropshire Sheep Breeders' Association and Flock Book Society (per Alfred Mansell and Co., Shrewsbury), was awarded to the Exhibitor in the Shropshire Sheep Classes who shall secure the greatest number of points for prizes won-Mr. Geo. Morris. DAIRY PRODUCE. BUTTER. Class 56.-Tub or Pet of Salt Butter, not "ss than 25lbs. net.-I, Mrs. M. M. Evans, Penllwyn, Burry Port; 2, Miss M. M. Thomas, Pantyryn, Llaagmanor; 3, Mrs W. Williams, Cwmbwrry, Ferryside; r, Mrs. Voek, Trewindeor, Llangoed- more, Cardigan; he, Charles Daviee, Glancapel, Llanegwad, Carmarthen; c, J an Grifiiihs. Ivitan- 1wn Farm, Kidwelly. Class 57. Basket of 2lbs of Fresh Butter, made up in Pounds or Plain Rolls. To be exhibited in a white dish only, not exceeding 12 inches in dia- meter. Exhibitors to provide their own dishes-j, Mrs. M. M. Evans; 2, M.ss M. M. Thomas; 3, Miss Lizzie Jones, Pentrefynys, Peniel, Carmar- then; he, Mrs. W. Williams, Cwmburry, Ferry- side; c, George Phillips, Tycoch, St. Clears. CHEESE. Class 58.—One Fresh Milk Cheese—1, Miss Nanno Davieg, Tynycoed, Nantgaredig; 2, Miss Thomas, Towyn, Pembrey; 3, Miss Thomas, Penybedd, Pem- brey.

LAMPETER. SCCCESS.—We heartily congratulate Mr. D. J. Thomas, of the College School, upon winning a scholarship of £100 per annum at the University College Hospital, London, gaining top score on a large number of competitors. Mr. Thomas is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Ffosyffin, Cellan, and is a bright scholar. I fyny bo'r nod," and we trust the Rev. W. Ll. Footman, headmaster, will continue to add to his long list of successes. MACKEREL.—A well-known musician was very fortunate at Aberayron last week, and brought a large number of mackerel with him home, which he kindly distributed between his landlady, some neighbours, and THE TOWN BAND.—The Town Band kindly played again on Thursday evening in High-street, and the selection of Welsh airs were greatly enjoyed. With his usual generosity and kindness. Mr. Baldwin, the genial landlord of the Black Lion Hotel, has kindly placed a room at the disposal of the band for practising. Well done, Mr. Baldwin. THE RECTOR OF MMTHYP.-The Rev. D. Lewis, rector of Merthyr Tydfil, visited the town last week, and paid visits to his numerous friends. Mr. Lewis is a native of Lampeter, and-we were glad to find him enjoying such excellent health, and look- ing hale and hearty. RENOVATING.—The residents generally are deck- ing. up their houses, and painters are working early and late painting the exteriors and interiors of dwelling-houses in several parts of the town. The effect is very pretty, but one has to be careful in passing outside railings, although the ocoupiers and painters do their best to prevent undue contact with the paint by placing thp legend, "Wet Paint," in conspicuous places. A NUISANCE.-The approach to the station gates could be better kept if people would refrain from throwing papers and refuse into the stream which runs under the bridge in Station-terrace. Visitors do not like attractive and pretty spots marred by unsightly objects thrown into the river. The nur- sery between the College School and F-hoslwyn looks tidy and nice, but that has been .a favourite spot for cocoa tins, salmon and sardine tine, etc. If we wish to draw visitors to our midst, everything must be spick and span. METALLING THE ROADS.—A large number of work- men are busily at work preparing stones to be placed on the roads in the borough. A etono crusher has been busy at work for some days, and the stones are being taken through the tar process under the superintendence of Mr. R .W. Ashmn.i, borough surveyor. RIFT8 IN THE RADICAL CAMP.—Last week, we mentioned a rift in the Cardiganshire Liberal camp anent the election of an organising agent for the party, and now we have another scene. On Thurs- day, a large following attended at Aberayron- for the purpose of electing a eecretary for the Cardi- ganshire Insurance Committee, which had been car- ried on pro. tem. by Mr. Evan EVans, clerk of the County Council, who was also a candidate for the permanent appointment, which carried with it a salary of B150 per annum. Where were three candi- dates, viz., Mr. Evan Evans, Mr. C. M. Williams, and Mr. D. Emrys Williams. In the first ballot, Mr Emrys Williams received only four votes, and in the second ballot Mr. C. M. Williams received 21 votes, and Mr. Evan Evans 17, Mr. Williams bfing declared elected. Mr. Evans having thanked his supporters, left the room immediately to the astonishment of Mr. C. M. Williams, and it is (oared that this Î8 only the beginning of troubles in the Radical camp, and that the effect will be seen at the forthcoming election. LTMING THE RIVER TEIFI.—The police have not 1 arrested anyone yet on the ch-irge of destroying hundreds of fish in the river Teifi through placing quantities of lime in the water. Such an outrage as destroying thousands of fish at one stroke Is most reprehensible, and will affect the fishing for years. NEW TANK.—The1 Great Western Railway Com- pany have erected a new tank, capable of holding of water, in a field above the rail- way. The water is pumped to it daiiy from the Dulas river. In time, after the removal of the signal box, it is hoped the company will erect a bridge to connect the two platforms, which will be a great boon, as the present mode of crossing is dangerous.