The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

THE ADVENT OF TARIFF REFORM iBy a Correspondent.) The coming of Tariff Reform is no longer in doubt. It has already arrived. By the irony of fate it has fallen to the Jot of a "Free Trade" Government not only to inagurate Tariff Reform, but to do so m connection with one of the most Important articles of the food of the people, namely, sugar. Mr. Lloyd George announced in the House of Commons on July 29th that no Excise duty would, at least for the present, be imposed upon British-made beet sugar. He said 'he adhered to the principle laid down by the Prime Minister that so long as the industry was in an experimental stage it should not be subject to Excise duty. When sugar was produced in this country on a much larger scale it would be titae to consider the question of putting a duty on it." This policy was foreshadowed by Sir Edward Grey in a letter dated May 24th, 1913, addressed to the Brit- ish delegate on the International Sugar Convention (printed in White Paper, Cd. 6877), in which he de- clared: "An exemption (total or partial) of eugar manufactured in the United Kingdom from the duty leviable on imported sugar is, of course, not to ibe regarded as a bounty, provided that the pre ferenc.e so accorded is leas than the surtax pernlitted by the Convention." By the terms of the Brussels Convention we are bound not to girve a bounty on home-made sugar, but the same object, i.e., the pro. tection and encouragement of a new British agricul- tural industry, will be attained by the method now formally adopted by the Government. The sugar manufacturer in this country will continue to enjoy an advantage of Is. lOd. per cwt. over his foreign competitor, that being the Customs duty payable on imported sugar. INDIGNANT FREE TRADERS. We congratulate the Government upon their oourage and common sense in throwing to the winds —not for the first time-the effete dogmas of. Cob- donism. In doing so they have, naturally, incurred the enmity of orthodox F Traders. Mr. Russell Rea, M.P., on the same evening on which Mr. Lloyd George made his statement, declared that "the equalisation of a Customs duty on an imported article by an Excise duty on a similar home-anana- factured article is an elementary principle of "Free Trade." This is an undeniable fact, but the Gov- ernment, happily, have recognised that the interests of British industries are of much more importance than adherence to a discredited economio theory. Sir Alfred Mond's paper, too, thjp "Westminster Gazette," is very unhappy over the Government attitude. In its issue of July 30til it saja;—"It is, in our view, of the highest importance that the beet sugar industry should not be encouraged to think it has a vested right to be exempt from Excise duty. Mr. Lloyd George had the humiliation of being eff- usively congratulated by Mr. Austen Chamberlain. We hope very much it will be possible to make a success of beet-growing in this eountry. To that end we are quite willing that the State should contribute, but the way to do that is not by the abandonment of 'Free Trade' principles." It would appear, then, that orthodox Free Traders have no objection whatever to Government grants and bounties, which constitute the crudest and most flag- rant forms of Protection, but they wcdld rather commit hara-kirr than adopt the much milder form of Protection incidental to Tariff Reform. Wonder- ful, indeed, are the workings of the "Free Trade" mind! EXIT "FREE THADE." # Tariff Reform, then, is to-day in actual working operation in England, and has been get ¡n motion by a "Free Trade" Government. The experiment will be watched with intense interest by both Free Traders and Tariff Reformers. We do not doubt what the result will be. The British beet-sugar in. dustry will flourish so abundantly that all foolish, femes concerning the effect of Tariff Reform will ^vanish. Sugar will bo cheaper .instead of' dearer, and we shall be no longer dependent upon Contin- ental nations for our supplies. When this object- lesson has been learnt the rest is simply a matter of logical development. Other British industries which are hard-pressed by unfair foreign competition can- not bo refused similar prefcrentijd treatment, and the principles for which Tariff Reformers have long fought will soon be firmly established. It would be a fitting corollary, as well as a graceful action, if the Government would agree to admit the cane- sugar of our West Indian dependencies on preferen- tial terms. The Government have already given their blessing to Imperial Prefence in the ease of the commercial agreement between Canada and the W,est Indies, in the benefits of which they kave claimed to share. Let them go a step further, and give a little muoh-needed encouragement to the sugar industry in those distant islands by admitting their staple product at a ower rate of duty than that levied upon foreign sugar. Having applied the prin- ciple of Preference to home-manufactured sugar, let them extend it to sugar produced within the Empire The Government would thus have the honour of bringing both Tariff Reform and Imperial Pref- erence into practical operation, giving the people of this country the opportunity of judging from actual experience as to their value in developing our industries and providing more work and better wages ior the great mass of our follow-countqymen.

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CARMARTHEN CHAMBER OF AGRICULTURE A quarterly meeting of the CarmartbendbMe Chamber of Agriculture was held at the Ivy Bush Royal Hotel, Carmarthen, on Wednesday in last week, when Mr. T. Williams, Pontcarreg, presided, in the unavoidable absence of the president. A large number of members sat down to an excellent luncheon, served up in the best of styles by Host D. E. Williams. The ueual loyal toasts having been submitted from the chair, and duly honoured, The Chairman proposed the following new mem- bers:—Mr. Percy Thomas, Derllys Court; Mr. J. Richards, Pantyrathro; Mr. Rees, Francis-terrace, Carmarthen, and Mr. T. Jones, Penlanvoss. VOTE OF CONDOLENCE. The Chairman moved a vote of condolence with the family of the late Sir James Drummond, Bart., C.B., who, he said, had been a member of that chamber for twenty years, and whose death was & great loss to agriculture generally in the county. The motion was carried in silence, all present standing. LLANDILU MEETING PROPOSED. The Chairman said he had a suggestion to make with reference to the holding of the summer mset- ing at Llandilo as they used to in past years. The matter had been mentioned to him, and he brought it forward for disoussion. Mr. David Hinds, Cwnin, said it was not a case of the Chamber stopping in Carmarthen. They wanted the Chamber to be of as much use as it possibly could. If it was for the good of the mem- bers to have their meetings at Carmarthen. let them stick there, but if any of the members from the Uandilo district desired the meetings to be held there, the Llandilo members should make repre- sentations to that effeot. Mr. John Jone9 (Plas, Ferry&ide) said his ex- perience of Llandilo was that they had very small meetings there. He thought Carmarthen was much more central, and they ought to stiok to the county It was decided by a large majority to hold the meetings at Carmarthen as before. Dr. J. Lloyd Williams, of the U.C.W„ Bangoiy delivered an address on SEEDS AND WEEDS, in which he stated that the undoubted improve- ment which had taken place in the growing of crop in this and other counties was due to bottei; seed, which was brought about by the establishment of seed testing stations. Americans had travellers all over the globe looking for new seeds which might be useful to Americans at home. Seeds were gathered,; tested, grown and afterwards distributed all over the country. Six million packages of seeds were distributed among the farmers of the United States, the work of distribution being undertaken by the Senators. Just fancy their own M-P-.I?sl undertaking such a distribution in this country w addition to the speaking they d:d. They wanted something similar in this country. In connection with their seed in Britain they had much, the origin and history of which was obscure. They cleanings of big- firms were bought by somebody or other, and sold again, and that was partly due to some farmers exercising no care in the purchase of seed-buying mixtures, and content to remain in blissful ignorance as to the ingredients. Wht farmers had to consider was purity of seed, and germinating* power, principally. When farmers mixed seeds they should not add cheap seed, which contained grass weeds. Perennial rye grass could be bought absolutely pure, but if they were not very careful they would find it mixed with dock and poor grass seeds. Frequently farmers sowed seed containing over 20 per cent. of impurities and they knew what that meant. He had analysed hayloft seed at Bangor, and the result was striking, and showed how injurious it was to buy such s^d. Out of lolbs. 49 per cent. was dirt, chaff, and bits of straw; weed grasses such as Yorkshire fog, etc., 33 per cent:; miscellaneous weeds, such W3 buttercup, yellow rattle, deck, sorrel, 7 per That meant 89 per cent, injurious constituents. Tljs useful grasses and clovers represented only 11 per cent., and they must remember that the clover seeds were in the husks, which weighed, and the probability was that much of the hay seed of good sorts was immature. It was therefore very impor- tant that farmers should not buy hayloft seed. In many oases it was impossible to say whether clover seed was genuine or not, and occasionally one found foreign seeds in clover. At Bangor they requested farmers to send seeds to the College for analysis free of charge. The response was greater than anticipated, but it was disappointing to find that many of the smaller farmers did not take ad- vantage of the free offer. They lacked initiative, but the small farmer should take advantage of fffl free offers connected with his occupation. In co- operati-ve societies they did not always get the very best seeds. Sometimes they were unlucky, and sometimes they were not careful enough, 'and in several instanoes dissatisfact-on arose- with the seeds obtained. He closed with two pleas, one for the closer study of the subject, especially the parts dealing with grass seed, and the other for the enlightened use of the facilities of seed-testing which had been brought so near to the farms during the last twelve months. The Chairman having thanked the lecturer for his able and instructive address, Mr. H. Williams, Llanginning, pointed out that the great enemies of plants were wetas, which took the moisture and the food from the soil, and grew up and choked the plants. Mr. David Hinds, Cwnin, said that the Co-opera- tive Societies paid the best prices for the best seed, and aa far as they could tell, got the seed as pure as possible. They ought to try and bring about the prevention of bad or impure seed. His farm was laid down to pasture, and he had therefore little experience of seed sowing. On some fields he was troubled with "pencaled" or hardheads. He had tried sheep grazing, but it was no good. He wished to point out that the seeds sold by the Carmarthen Co-operative Society were tried for germinating power before being sold. Farmers must remember that the land had a lot to do with germination, and if the land was not in proper tilth to reoeive the seeds they could not expect good results. The Lecturer said that there ought to be Government testing stations throughout the country, and there should be control over all seeds supplied in the country. He had never known a case where sheep bad failed to keep down hardheads or 'pen- caled," unloss they were too old (laughter). ]He had known of a caBe where a man brought fiim some cooksfoot-one of the best constituents fa pasture land-he did not know what it was, but he wanted to ,get rid of it as the oattle would not touch it. The only thing wrong there was that the fanner bad allowed it to grow too long, and it had got eo coarse that the cattle would not touch it. The same thing applied to sheep and hardbeads when the latter grew too strong. Mr. Colby Evans, Carmarthen, said that Mr. (Williams had made out -a strong case for the etsablishment of Goverpment testing stations throughout the country. He thought they should go further and investigate with the object of improving grasses, etc.. Mr. D. J. Harries, Glynoothi, pointed out tnat it was very important that fanners should clean their land well before putting seed in. In the case of Yorkshire fog, it was a most obnoxious and per- sistant weed, and he was afraid farmers ma not clear it "If out of the ignd. He had frequently used foxtails which produced the quickest pasture be had ever seen. Mr. J. Bo wen, Llangunnock, said that farmers were often too prone to take what seeds were given them. They ought to insist on a guarantee. Mr. J. Jones, Plas, Ferryside, and Mr. W. Wil- liams, Llwynpiod, also spoke. HOW TO KILL WEEDS. Dr. Williams, in replying, said that weeds were of two classes, the annual like charlock, and per- ennials like thistles. Th^y way to deal with both1 was quite different. The most pernicious weed thai grew in their hay fields was yellow-rattle which waft a thief. Its root fastened itself on the roots of grasses, and absorbed the nutriment. It succeeded because it ripened its seeds just before the hay harvest, and by the time ths hay was cut, had eecurod a footing for next year. Theoretic- ally the way to get rid of it was to prevent it seed- ing. If they could afford to cut a fieW, badly in. fested with yellow-rattle, very early, and before it flowered, and they kept relating the early cutting for two or three seasons all the yellow-rattle would be killed. They could not do that very well with charlock because they would apoil the maia crop in doing so. They had to devise a plan to pre- vent the weed from seeding, and one way was spraying. Then there were the perennials like ferns, thistles, etc. These weeds had a storage for their surplus food in a channel in fhe stem under the ground. After the plant had taken all the food necessary for its existence, what was over was stored away in this channel for the next year. The ■^ay to destroy these weeds was to cut them early, ana do not allow them to manufacture any reserve food. They wotlld soon get rid of them then. If they had a field infested with thistles, and staffed cutting them down early, and then continued keeping them close to the ground, in a couplet years time they would be eradicatet1. With regard to bracken they should aass the chain bamow; itv&i them when they were tender, and then keep theni down by frequent cutting. That was the way to exterminate that weed. On the motion of the Chairman, a hearty rote of thanke was aooorded the lectufer. Mr. E. Colby, Evans moved a resolution, urging the Government to establish seed-testing stations throughout the country. Mr. D. J. Harries seconded, and the motion was carried unanimously. THE RAFFLE. Spring toothed harrow, Mr. Williams, Cilwern, Abernant; set of leading harness, Mr. J. Thomas, Bwlch; chain pulley, Mr. T. Davies, Pioton-ter- race; wheelbarrow, Mr. D. J. Harries, Glyncothi; bounties, which constitute the crldest and most flag manure forks, ;Messr|.( Jeremy, Tywaun; W. Davies, Llwyngwyn; Thomas, Postyisaf; Roberts, Cwmgigfran; J. W. Harries, Pilrhoth, and W. Jones, Rotten Pill; shovels, Messrs. E. Thomas, Wernddu; D. E. Williams, Ivy Bush Royal Hotel; H. Davies, Wern; D. Hinds, Cwnin; E. Bowen, Gellideg, and J. Davies, Ruahmoor; hatchets, Messrs. Jones( Waenwen; D. Evans, Hendrehedog; Phillips, Esgerfach; E. Colby Evans, Carmarthen; Dan Davies, Ffosyffin; Pugh Jones, Alltygog, and J. Williams, Glasfryn; stable brushes, Messrs. T. L. Harries, Pilrhoth; Jones, Cwmoernant; J. Davies, Hendir; W. Williams, Llwynpiod, and J. Davies, Castell Howell; pair of cow ties, Messrs. J. Hinds, Tyllwyd; Williams, Parkyrabbot; J. Thomas, Plasymynydd; T. Thomas, Cwm; J. Messrs. Jones, Waenwen; D. Evans, Hendrehedog; cers, Messrs. J. Bowen, Brynglas; D. J. Harries, Penllwne; J. Carver, Cadwgan; P. Davies, The Quay; E. Evans, Cefn, and Esaex Morris, Ty- gwyn; mole traps, Messr%.J. Griffiths, Ardwyn; J. Jones, Plas; Dan Davies, Brynamlwg; W. Jones, Brynorynen; J. Lewis, Beulehfawr, and J. Mad- dox, Bailygplas.

BRYKAMMAN NOTES. [BY "PABK LANB."] Mr. Owen Stephen Evans, and Mr. Llewelyn Roberts, Bryn Avenue, both members of Mr. Rich- ard T. Howells' mining class. have recently passed what is known as the Lower Stage Exam-nation in the seionoe and art of whuing held by the South Kensington Board. As all who have studied mining know, this is a very stiff test indeed, and the suc- cess of the above two students reflects great credit upon themselves and their teacher. The Rev. D. Morgan, C.M., minister at Cardigan, occupied the pulpit at Moriah on Sunday. His able sermons, his charm as a Sunday School teacher, and method with the children in the "seiat" won the admiration of all. Brynamman was very pleased and proud when it heard that Councillor W. J. Williams had been made an alderman. It was universally felt that Mr. Wil- liams richly deserved the honour conferred upon him by his colleagues on the Council. As was naturally to be expected Alderman Wil- liams' release from the turmoils of elections and threatened contests has filled the hearts of not a few with the ambition to occupy the councillor's seat as 6oon as it was vacated. Of those who have a claim to the seat (if it is admitted that anyone has a claim) it appears that the person most generally acceptable is who? In the Carmarthenshire portion of Brynamman the municipal spirit is in every way healthier, clean- er, and more desirable than it is in the lower part of the town. At Lower Brynamman, when an el- ection is nigh, many people imagine that there can be but two classes of candidates—that class which is for the working man (oh! blessed term!) and that which is against him, or, in other words-the capi- talist and the LABOUR MAN (mind the capitals, Mr. Printer). The candidate of one class is for ever more earnestly striving to make better the circumstances of the working-man—when he is the person implied by that term-is never selfish and lf-seeking, and is a person in whom are incorpor. ated all the virtues of. earth and heaven! The other class—or that of the opponent-is one to be shunned by all men who are wise, for its mission is to rob and to retain what it has stolen. The latter class can do no good, and the former-that paragon of what is good-can do no harm. At Upper Brynamman the electors have enjoyed a sweet immunity from the parasitical attacks of demagogues and self-styled reformers. With them it has always been a case of choosing which was the ablest and fittest representative from amongst those who were prepared to undertake the duties. It was not a case of Capital versus Labour, but of Mr. So and So versus all the others. The result was that when a contest did come t. was clean and honourable, and he whom the majority of the electors thought the best man secured the seat with- out anyones ill-will or envy. Last Wednesday week, at Ystradgynlais, were in terred all that was mortal of Mr. John Rees, natur- alist and taxidermist, Brynamman. Mr. Rees, who was sixty years of age, was one of the very first fthearers at the Glymbeudy Tinplate Works, and a native of Ystalyfera. Although his knowledge of natural history may not have been so extensive and profound as one was willing to believe, his skill as a taxidermist was unquestionably great. He could "preserve" a bird, fish or animal with rare ability and effect. The writer can never forget his first glimpse at Mr. Rees' private showroom. As he entered the doorway a fox, which literally bristled with ferocity, appeared as if on the poitat of springing at his throat. The half-open mouth, glistening teeth and flashing eyes made the pose so positively real that the writer actually jumped backwards in alarm. From another aspect the animal was the embodi- ment of what was crafty, mean and sly, while from third standpoint the fax seemed as if on the point of fleeing for its life. That study of an animal was but one of many. Specimens had been sent to Mr. Rees from regions of the world as remote from one another as Scotland, Moscow and Ceylon, while it would astonish one to observe the number of rare birds and aiiimals which had been shot or caught for him in the Swansea district. Owls, foxes, bad- gers, stoats and weasels of every variety; freak cuckoos, black bird and ravens; herons and turtle- doves; wild cats and dogs; and butterflies of the most brilliant and varied hues adorned his rooms with the utmost profusion. All were as natural as life-and the rooms were not tainted with the slightest smel1 t A nasty accident befel the twelve-year-old boy of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Harris, Cwmgarw Road, last Saturday. Whilst playing with a ball he ran across the road just at the moment a motor-car was pass- ing by, and was run over and severely injured. The aocident was utterly unavoidable.

LLAHSADWRH TEAPAHTY.—The annual teaparty in connectioB with the members of Capel Dewi Church took place last Thursday, on Tynooed fields. The day turned out gloriously fine, and all enjoyed themselves immensely. After tea had been partaken of, various sports were indulged in. Amongst those present t were Mr. C. P. Lewis, J.P., Llandingat; Mr. D. Jones Lewis, J.P., Llwyncelyn; Mr. Elydr Lewis Mr. T. Jones Davies, Bryndyfan, &c. The gener- osity of the Llwynoelyn family to the Capel Dewi and Llansadwrn and Llanwrda Churches is admired by all. A splendid day was spent. •WILL.—Amongst the various legacies of the late Mr. Benjamin Evans, J.P., of Hanfair Grange, who was born at Uansadwrn, is the following:—Mr. Evans bequeathed B100 to the Vicar of Llansadwrn in trust for the poor of the parish, so long as the graves of the testator's family are ftell maintained. OUTING.-The members of Hermon Congregational Chapel took their annual outing this year to Swan- sea on Wednesday in last week. They had beautiful weather and all thoroughly enjoyed themselves. TEA AND PRESENTATION.—On the 5th inst. Mr. R. Jones, Fronddeusant, invited the neighbours and members of the Cwmmarlais Sunday School to tea. on the occasion of his intended departure frtom Fronddeusant to take up his abode at Myrtle Hill. Tea was served on a field near the house, where about a hundred guests enjoyed the surrtptnjous re- past. After having done justioe to the good things, games, &c., were indulged in, while Mr. Jones and his sister (Mrs. Griffiths, London House) distribu- ted sweets and biscuits amongst the children. Mr. Jones holds the distinction of having been a teacher at th!t school for over sixty years, and his services will be great. missed. The members availed them selves of the opportunity to make him a presentation to show their appreciation of his services and numerous good qualities. The presentation, which consisted a family Bible and hymn book (music and words combined) was made by Mr. J. Evans, Fron Isaf, who spoke in eloquent terms. Speeches were also delivered by Messrs. D. S. Jones. Glan- marlais; D. Thomas, Pantypist II, and J. Davies. Pantybedol (a former scholar) and a promising student at the Theological College, Aberystwyth. A vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Jones and Miss Lewis, his housekeeper, for their great kind ness, to which Mr. Jones responded very feelingly. We understand that the children have already col- lected a nice sum to make him another presentation. The singing of "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau" brought to a close a most enjoyable afternoon.

NEW MAY DFATH.—It is with regret we have to record the death of Capt. Jones Mlen Anne), New Quay, which took place at Seacombe, near Liverpool, at the home of his daughter. Captain Jones some years ago had a paralytio seizure from which he never recovered. He was a faithful member of Towyn Congregational Church, New Quay, where he will be greatly missed. Captain Jones's body arrived at New Quay on &turday, and the funeral took place on Monday the 11th inst., the service was held at Towyn Chapel, and the burial at Uanllwch- aiarn Churchyard. The Rev. E. Aman Jones, B.A., officiated. DISTINGUISHED Visrroas.-The families of Nir. Glyn Jones, M.P., and of Mr. Timothy Davies, M.P. are now staying at New Quay. Mr. Gfyn-Jones and Mr. Davies will arrive as soon as they are relieved of their Parliamentary duties. We have seen other faces familiar to New Quay at this time of the year, viz., Mr. D. R. Evans, London; Dr. Parry, Pontv- SjnSTn' ^r' ^°Ch' BwaUSef-; Mr- Glannant Davies K°°' *1 f maDy 0thers who natives of this town, and whose presence is always welcome. JCBILBE SERVICES. -Services in commemoration of SaiW ofTh °f !,he CumrCil in 1863' and way of at r i^fl u Ckurch aft*r renovation were held 4th and 5tb. The church has been well renovated iX~ very dam^ginHeaWes y<?ars from wardens called to thSr > and church" ,arekit&ts, Messrs. D. Davies and Son, P -well-known and the repairs Knrj Dj ^enrhiwlian, carried out the^- fnsf f V °D have *>een The painterWorkTas ca^ BUPe™°n. by Mr. Ball of Liandyssul, while the mabon'ls re- pairs have been m«w 77 mason s re- Daniel Jones and Mr J^Ttf^ eX™lted Mr. em of Llangeler ThV1^ f8' w<?J1"known build- tower was put right by the "sdo eAtS"idmS°m" of Hall for many yea«anThislnh Parieh tlx rtS the Rev. W. Headley vicar o™LknHfih by ddyn. Mr. Headlev 5 Llanfihangel-y-Creu- mon his usual eff^tive maLe^°St T morning at 8 o'clock °n Tuesday Holy Communion At 2%0 °elebration the service, when a mott Wa* an Ea^h livered by the Rev Dr Tm D sermon was de- MoM,* AbeSS, A° 0f St tec 'owi, £ ye.™ I8,? *nd th» tot- Llandaff. Dr. Hughea was at Elshop of Llandovery Mr. Reese gave a l^fof rectors and curates that have been here sinc^ lSM It TinuT mg to note that thi« year isS the Jubilee of u i. A is not only Of two™ A. cle JvT),„^V 19 also the -the Re,. EbeneS Lloyd^recto? 3 JlT and Dr Jones-Powell vicar of S u u f, Parish, yjtwjth. b*h of WhomAt'i odock another service was held when Mr H i again preached most thoughtfully Th^ Heac?Iey Were fairly well attended considering the time of the year. Many of the church people could not pos. sibly attemd be-cause they are tied to their houses by the presence of visitors. while over others during Ai4gust there oreeps a state of demoralising excite. ment on account of the adv(>nt of such a large num- 6thUI?hAr Wednesday, Wust S Ldh.e/Sh^00f' ??d 4 visit to New Quay The pS,°W h ?* paid a in order to take their mJlt A/? 1 wasJcnt them fivoc or six hours on the beach, 1),athing and boatiag Thefr^- *2% 4 3E TSTSLZ

LLANWMEN. FUNERAL.—The funeral of the late Mr. John Thomas, Trellwyn Farm, took place on Thursday tf'uu a very lar#e number of friends anH maghbours came to pay their last tribute The rWrH i WaS made at the Parish Church A short devotional serv.ce was held at the house by the Rev. v* ^vlCar)> at the church and graveside the Vicar offiaated. The chief mournem were M„ MasM" Johnnie, David MeurJ and Wilham Thomas (sons): Misses NTnn^ n Mary, and Margaret Ellen Thoma" (daughters); Mr. Sli*5 |sister b^ther- Mr Thnm!?'Brynroad> Lampeter (sister); Thomas, Llysfaen-isaf (cousinl; Mr. D. Thomas Ta grwn (cousin); Mr. and Mra. Jones, FronS Cribyn (cousin); Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins, Blaenwaun- BeverJT^P' ,Amon?8t those present we noticed several leading farmers of the district. UNITAWAN ASSOCIATION. —The annual meeting of the South VVales Unitarian Association was held at Cribyn on the 7th and 8th inst., when a very large concourse of people assembled. They were favoured with beautiful weather and everything turned out quite satisfactory. On Thursday ^tern00n ministers conference was held at 6.30, a preaching Krnoe took place the introductory bring takSto the Rev. Glyn dward8 (B.), Cwrtnewydd. The Pwev's. J. Carrara Davies, Cefencoed-y-cymer, and E. T. Ehrans, Highland-place, Aberdare, preached powerful sermons. On Friday morning, at 9 oS a conference of the association was held under the presidency of the Rev. E. O. Jenkins, Llwynrhyd owen (vice chairman) in the absence of the Rev. T Gwilym Evans B.A., Dukinfield. The conference was made up of all the ministers and two represen- Utives fromeach chapel, together with the secretary (xvCY. P. Arthur Thnwinja Ta mi__ r ii ing officers were elected for the coming year—Sec- ^tary' T" A. Thomas, Llandyssul; treasurer, Mr. D. Martin Jones, Gweion Castle, Llandyssul; president, Rev. E. O. Jenkins, Llwynrhydowen; vice-presidents, Mr. W. S. Jones, M.Se., Aber- ystwyth; auditors, Messrs. J. Evans, solicitor, and J. O. James, Llandyssul. A very heated discussion took place re the editing of tunes for the new hymn tune book, which the Association is a-bout publishing, and it was decided to leave the matter in the hands of a committee to be made up of two representatives from each chapel. The Rev. John Davies, Allty- T Vitrioduced the servioe, while the Rev. R J. Jones M.A., Aberdare, preached a powerful sermon. At 2 o'clock the Rev. T. Arthur Thomas, Llandyssul, introduced the meeting, when the v. E. Gwilym Evans, B.A., Dukinfield, gave his presidential address, and the Rev. Simon Jones, B.A., Swansea, preached a most helpful sermon. At 6 o'clock the Rev. E. O. Jenkins, Liwynrhydowen, introduced the meeting, and the Rev. E. R. Dennis, Glanrhondda, and Rev. D. G. Rees, Gellionen, preached. Amongst those present were the Revs. David Evans (the minister of the chapel), R. C. Joneq. Lampoter; Lewis Williams, Rhydygwin: Rev. Tyssul Davies B.A., Newport; E. E. Jenkins, Dunscar, Bolton; B. Carolan Davies (I.), Tyngwndwn; J. J. Jones B.A. (I.), Llanelly; Dr. D. J. Davies, County School, Aberystwyth; Messrs. Lewis N. Williams, Aberdare; Jenkin Jones, Llandyssul; T. G. Thomas, Talgarreg; and Oswald Williams, U.C.W., Aberystwyth. Visrrom.-Th,ig summer the number of holiday- makers who are on a visit to Llanwnen and district exceeds that of previous years. The river is so very low that fishing is quite out of the question. OLD Boy's SUCCESS.—We beg to congratulate our friend Mr. Abel J. Williams( late of Penybont) on gaining three first prizes at the Lampeter sports on Monday and first and second at Hdillan on Tuesday last.

LLANFYNYB3 PICNICS.—The tide of picnics has reached us. Last Thursday the Sunday school and other members of the -Spyte Methodist Chapel took their summer outing. At an early hour they started in gamboes, &c., for a six-mile jolt to the station, but that was half the day's fun. Thence by train to Llanwrtyd WelLs, where a very enjoyable day was spent, amid the local attractions in addition to these of their own providing. Their newly-married pastor (the Rev. J. F. Edwards), and his wife, who have just returned from their honeymoon in France, acsom- panied them and received hearty good wishes for their prosperity from all frleniW-Ibe district has seen more visitors this summer than many can remember. Four from Birmingham, others from Pembroke Dock, Wrthyr. Swansea and Pontyberem. The hills here afford good views, thegiver fair fishing and with more house accommodation would be an ideal rest cure for jaded townsfolk. Of course. London papers are a day behind and mutton chops in the middle of the week must be fetched a good distance, bht to some people these would be recom mendations than otherwise.

LAMPETER. EXCURSION.-The teachers and scholars of St. John's Churoh, Pentrebach, went to enjoy them- selves at Aberystwyth on Friday. Thev were in ch.rf of the Jiev. D J. 6pent a most happy day. DISCOURAGING.—After all the interviews which the General10nnH T Cardx*anshir* with the Postmaster Railwav i 1 manager of the Great Western rrLL°n 0,n' securing facilities in wer^held ol £ Wtlons' ^ms that no hopes were held out that an improvement would be effected and therfuthaT€terK l>een shabbily treated, and the authorities should not rest until something Th^W.fT 40 remedy the Prcsent 6tate of things The del?.tit.Ltion, among other tbinp, suggested that mpe should have a district post office but it seems we must tolerate the preseSTandent\yTem notwitnstanding the inconvenience that is caused' The Great Western Railway Company could SHS S.rtCrlc0l6 £ .,° Tthe 7-30 marthen to Lampeter, nor continue the present thlfvear11 W™ Aberystwyth throughout +o understand that it is almost hopeless cJmarthJeT?Z>T-nSt the dt'laJ o{ two bours at at 4 4ft V ?. m conve.ving fetters from here J f ?? as w°u'd mean adding a sorting van, and that it is alleged would not pay. The railway and postal authorities derive a great deal of money from f^voJ^ bu^l aI!dJOUght to conoede some lavours, but no sentiment does not come into «on- sideration at all^ it is as Rudyard Kipling has it, J' paf' *t 1S a thousand pities that the !ur a failwaj ^tween her# and Llandilo has fallen through, as we could have a wholesome competition then, and a stop would be put to the present monopoly, which is detrimental to the inter- ests of the public. Every endeavour has been made to. secure better treatment, but it seems all in vain. SHILOH CHAPEL. The Rev. S. E. Prythercb the respected pastor of Shiloh Chapel, has accepted a the ^d^fn £ mf°el,K?ridffnd' and wil1 leave here at the end of September. During his ministerial career go^?wSerkn^h- 7th€rch haS aCOOmi)Ii6he(I some good work, and his departure will be felt, as he was ind and sociable We wish him every prosperity in bis new sphere of labour. 1 WBDDIKG.-At Soar Chapel on Wednesday mcrw- rng a. marriage was solemnized between Mr. E. G. *rv°n n^r- Evans' ^gwndwn, CeUan^\nd Miss Mary Davies, assistant teacher at Cellan School, and eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Davies Glendale Treherbert, Lampeter. The bride was attended by her sisters, Misses Rachel Davies, Annie Davies, and Margaret Davies as bridemaids while ^b^tamdanEVTh' *« £ -X 1' Evan Evans- Pastor, offici- Afir V presence °l Mr- E. D. Rees, registrar. After the ceremony, the bridal party partook of a wedding feast at Glendale Numerous presents a marwJ6"] L f° ?P7 pair' am°ng them being a marble clock from tne pupils at Cellan SCARCITY OF WATER.-At the end of last week, owing to the scarcity of water in th* reservoir, the Town Council issued handbills intimating that the ater would be stopped during oertain hours while the drought oontinued. Fortunately, on Sunday oopious showers of rain descended, for which We S^Were thankfuL During the hot and dry weather winch we experienced lately, complaints were made anent the clouds of dust caused by motor cars and orders were issued that the watering cart should drench each street daily, especially North road, College-street, anl Station Terrace, which was carried out. If this ram continues it will do a great deal of good, as the fields were parched, and animals unable to quench their thirst. DF-ATH.-Aftering suffering from a lingering ill- ness, Miss Gracie Evans, daughter of the late Mr. „\an E^ns- mason, Victoria Terrace, died on Sat- urday Her mortal remains were interred at BrOn- déti burial ground on Wednesday. Sah,SfvNG'~Atj?enfynyw °lurch' Aberayron. on Saturday, a wedding took place, the contracting Mr. David Davies. Aberdare, aand Miss Elizabeth Davies, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Davies, 2, Station Terrace, Lampeter. The offici- ating clergy were the Revs. E. Evans, B.D., vicar nn. u -j DaVl.es- Llandyssul, cousin of the bride. Ihe bride was given away by her brother, Mr. D J Davies. The bride had a good send off at Lampeter station, as --he had always been a faithful member of the choir at St. Peter's Church, and also at the Welsh Sunday School, and highly respected by aW. After leaving the church the happy pair went to New Quay, where the honeymoon is being spent. Numerous presents were received by the bride and bridegroom from their friends. May Mr. and Mrs. Davies be blessed with every prosperity and good- ness during their married Jife is the wish of their many friends at Lampeter and Aberdare. VISITORS. -During Bank Holiday week a latge number of visitors came to the town, and some are staying on. This season is a record one everywhere as to visitors, and those who earn their livelihood by taking m strangers within their gates" have added considerably to their earnings, which will come in handy during the winter months, when visitors are few and far between. The fine weather has contributed largely to this success, and thanks to the Divine Providence there is a good outlook for the future, as work is plentiful, and our country at peace with all the world. TENNIS MAJTCHES.—Lampeter has valiantly won its laurels in connection with tennis matches, as, in addition to previous successes the team won three matches during the past week, although a champion player from Wolverhampton played with the Tre- garon team. The matches played were as follows-- Lampeter v. Llandyssul, played at the latter place on August 6th, when Lampeter won by 9 events to ri r^P?v-ef, • was represented by the following:— J' J' ^lil'amrs and J- S- Jones; Mr. Cyril Lewis and Mr. J T. James; Mr. J. Jenkins and Mr. F. J. Jones; Mrs T. Williams and Miss Agnes Davies. On August 7th, Lampeter played Tregaron at the latter town, winning easily by 7 events to 3, The following represented LampeterMr. H. Lloyd Wil- hams and Mr. Cyril Lewis; Rev. T. Williams and Mr. J. S. Jones; Mr. J. T. James and Mr. J. Jen- kins; Mrs. T. Williams and Miss Agnes Davies. On Saturday, August 9th, the Aberayron team came to play a game at Lampeter, the home team again winning by 7 events to 3. Lampeter was represent- ed by Mr. H. Lloyd Williams and Mr. Cyril Lewie; Rev. T. Williams and Mr. J. S. Jones; Mr. J. T. James and J Jenkins; Mrs. T. Williams and Miss Agnes Davies. We heartily congratulate the Lam- peter team upon its successful season. whid. h-- now been brought to a close. --y *nW.fDumNG"70n Sund*y> St. Peter's Church was failed by a large congregation, who wished to wit- ness the wedding of Mr. Tom Morgan Williams, Blaennant, Llanycrwys, and Miss Annie Hughes, second daughter of Mr. Hughes, Maerdis Farm. The Tf5 Lttended,by hcr sisters, Misses Sarah and as bridesmaids, the best man being rru' U-'J B!aennant, brother of bridegroom. Ihe bride was given away by Mr. Hughes, ber father. The Rev. R. L. P. Lewis, Llansawel (brother-in-law of the bride) officiated, assisted by the Revs. D. J. Evans and R. Keble Williams. The bride was organist of St. Mary's Church, Maestir, for some years, and her famly have been very faith- ful supporters of the Church. The bridal party were conveyed to and from church in motor cars, and attracted much attention, the parties being 80 well-known in the town and district. THE LATE MR. THOMAS, TRuLwyx.-Tbe mortal remains of the late Mr. Thomas, Trellwyn, were interred at Llanwnen churchvard at 2 p.m. on Thurs- day, when the Rev. W. J. E. Jones, vicar, officiated at the house, church, and graveside. Among the large number of relatives present were Mrs. Thomas (widow) and eight children: Mrs. Jones, Church Hifl House (sister), Mr. and Mrs. Jones (sister), Tynlofft. The Bervice was most impressive, and the singing of "Mao~'nghyfeiliion wedi myned," and "0 Fryniau Caersalem," &c., was most affective. DEPARTURE.—Mr. Baskerville, of Carmarthen, who had been here for some months in charge of the telegraph and telephone (outdoor) department left on Monday for Llandovery, and we wisn him every ( success in his new sphere.

While harvesting a field of oats at Little Baddow, Essex, the horses drawing the reaping machines trod on sixteen wasps1 nests in various part of the field, and were iio badly stung that work had to be aban- doned. The world s smokers are led by the Germans, who import 222,000,000 worth of tobacco annually. Americans come nerct with £ 19,000,000 worth, and the inhabitants of the United Kingdom follow with £16,000,000 worth.

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