The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

LLANDOVERY BOARD OF GUARDIANS. The usual fortnightly meeting of the Board was held at the Town Hall on Friday, under the presi- dency of Mr Geoige Jones, Ystrad. There were also present Messrs T. Watkins, J. R. Price, A. S. Gwynne Vaughan, Cefn; T. Williams, Cwmllynfe; Evans, Mount; E. P. Lloyd, Glansevin; Evans, Abergwenlais; W. Davies, Llangadock; J. Lewis, Llanddeusant; Evans, Llanwrtyd and Griffiths, (2), Llangadock. TREASUBEB'S ACCOUNT. The Treasurer's account showed a balance in hand of .£351 17s 8d. RELIEF. The returns of the two relieving officera were read as usual. Mr Powell reported that the number relieved in his (No. 2) district for the week ending December 3rd was 117 at a cost of £ 20 9s 6d, against 183 in the same week last year at a cost of J820 17s 6d; for the week ending December 10th 177 at a cost of £ 20 2s Od; corresponding week last year, 181 at a cost of X20 3s. Mr Williams said that the number relieved in his (No. 1) district for the week ending December 3rd was 177 at a cost of .£24 Is 3d sime week last year 208 at a cost of JB25 18S Id for the week ending December 10th 177 at a cost of J623 3s Od; corresponding week last year 208 at a cost of .£24 12s. INMATES AND VAGRANTS. The number of inmates were reported to be 19, against 20 in the corresponding period last year; tramps, 26, against 12. With reference to the great increase in the number of tramps, the Master said, in explanation, that they complained that times were very bad in the works now. The Chairman said one had been working with him for more than a week. DEATH. The Master reported the death, at the age of 83, on the 4th of December, at the House, of a pauper named Anne Morgan. AN OBSTREPEROUS INMATE. The Mast r announced that on the 9th December one Margaret Evans, a native of Llanddausant, had left the house without permission, and had not since returned. This is the person who on several occasions had given trouble at the house, and on one instance, for misbehaviour, was brought before the magistrates and sentenced to imprison- ment. J3-Vlr Watkins (Brewer) thought something ought to be done to her. She was a source ot opreat mental worry to the master and matron, and seriously interfered with the discipline of the house. She told him (the speaker) that she would not go back on any aceount. He supposed that if the doctor certified that she was mentally and bodily weak she would get a little outdoor relief. The Chairman said he would be very sorry to do anything to her. She was sent to Carmarthen once, and she conducted herself all right then. She told him that she could manage the house as well as the master. The Clerk pointed out that there were several in the house who ought to be in the asylum, but the doctors would not certify. The Master said she was sometimes very good. She left that day without saying a word, and no- bodytsaid anything to her. She had been very good for the last month. Mr Lewis, Llanddeusant-I don't think she will return for a bit. Mr Watkins-She told me the other night she would not return on any account. Mr Lewis enquired why she was not put to do some work. Mr Davies (Llangadock)-She won't do any work She does not want work. Referring again to her sanity, the Chairman said that she went to church, and seemed to take an intelligent interest in the services. Ultimately the subject dropped. On the Clerk expressing his belief, in answer to a question by Mr Watkins, that if the person under discussion was certified by the medical officer to be bodily weak she would get out-door relief. SERVICES AT THE HOUSE. Mr Griffiths (Brynwhith)-Have you services at the house now ? The Master-Yes, every Sunday. SCHOOL ATTENDANCE. Mr Watkins said he thought once of asking that they form themselves that day into a school atten- dance committee, but he thought now it would be better to put it off till that day fortnight. He pointed out that there was of late a falling off in the school attendance, and urged that efficient school attendance officers be appointed where there were no School Boards. The attendance was now less since the school were free than before, and unless they had first-class men to look after the schools they would lose a great deal. The Chairman pointed out that they had sehool attendance officers now, instancing where the masters served in that capacity. He thought it was to the schoolmaster's interest to increase his salary a little by being a school attendance officer. A Member—Take Cilycwm and Porthyrhyd. They are ridicuous. Mr Watkins said it would not do for the school. masters to be at loggerheads with the parents, and he could not fulfil the post without coming in con- tact with parents and causing some unpleasant- ness. Mr Gwynne Vaughan said there was supposed to be such an official in his district, but he knew a be such an official in his district, but he knew a family where there were a lot of children, none of whom went to school. The Chairman-Bring it on this day fortnight. Mr Watkins-Yes, I will bring it on this day fortnight, and we can discuss it. Then I shall propose that notice be given to every guardian that we shall consider the question this day month. In the meantime I should like every guardian to consider the matter by that day fortnight. When the parents had to pay a trifle the attendance was regular. Many felt that when they paid some- thing they must have something for their money. They now looked at it in this light, "We don't lose anything; let the child go for a day or two," They do not consider the loss to the child and the school. The Chairman thought that nowadays everybody should be educated to a certain extent. A Member—At Llangadock our master sum- moned the parents, and there is a whipper-in there. Mr Watkins-That is a Board School. It is private schools we are now talking about. Mr Gwynne Vaughan-I say many children do not attend school at all. There must be some system. CHRISTMAS DINNER. On the motion of Mr J. R. Price, it was resolved that the inmates be entertained to their usual Christmas dinner, and that the next meeting be held on Saturday, 26th December. This was all the business.

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MARRIAGE OF MR G. W. D. B. LLOYD AND MISS LILIAN LLOYD-OWEN. REJOICINGS AT FARMERS, CAIO. Cannon to the right of us, cannon to the left of us, Volleyed and thundered Such could have been the exclamation of any persons passing through the above village on Tuesday, the 8th inst., on which day Mr G. W. D. B. Lloyd, of Brunant, was joined in holy wedlock with Miss Lilian Lloyd-Owen, at Edgbaston. Mr Lloyd's tenants being sincerely devoted to him, determined that the day of his marriage should not quickly be forgotten in this neighbourhood, and with this object in view, they made the hills for miles around resound with the noise of the artillery, which they had previously prepared. They had also presented Mr Lloyd with a very handsome silver salver with suitable inscription, previous to his departure to Edgbaston. Mrs C. Lloyd, Mr Lloyd's mother, had, with her usual generosity, invited all the tenants and under- tenants of the estate, all the clergy and ministers of all denominations, and the schoolmasters of the the parishes of Caio and Llanycrwys, together with several others, to a substantial dinner, which host and hostess Richards, of the Drover's Arms, had been asked to prepare. This repast was laid out in the schoolroom, which had been beautifully decorated with flags, mottoes, &c,, suitable for the occasion. After about eighty guests had done ample justice to the good things which had been placed before them, Mr Lewis Davies, J.P., Gelly, who had been kindly asked to preside, proposed the health of Mr and Mrs Lloyd, referring at the same time to the generosity and kindliness which had at all times chaiacterized the Lloyds of Brunant. Mr Davies said that he remembered an uncle of Mr Lloyd of the same name, and, who as a justice of the peace, was noted for his extreme leniency. He thought it a good omen for the young couple, that in the midst of all the rough weather they should have such a fine day on which to commence their married career. "Happy is the bride on whom the sun shines." He called upon them all present to drink health, long life and happiness to Mr G. W. D. B. and Mrs Lloyd. This was enthusiastically responded to. The Rev. C. Chid- low, vicar of Caio and Llansawel, in rising to pro- pose the health of Mrs C. Lloyd, said that he had very great pleasure in being there that day. Every good thought, in his opinion, took the form of a prayer. His prayer for the bride and bride- groom was the same as his father for his son in the book of Tobit," May you live long together." The rev. gentleman then referred to the rapid advance which Mr Lloyd was making in his martial career, and he hoped that he would obtain such an honour- able position as that of his illustrious neighbour, Sir J. Hills-Johnes, K.C.B., V.C., Dolaucothy. Continuing, Mr Chidlow said that the bride was of Welsh descent, and he thought that in her all the graces were combined. In concluding he proposed Hir oes a pob llwyddiant" to Mrs Lloyd, to whom they were indebted that day for all the good things of which they had partaken. This toast was cordially responded to. The Rev. H. Jones, Flaldybrenin, said that it was always a great pleasure for him to attend an invitation to dine, but to be invited to a dinner on the occasion of a wedding in such an exemplary family was, he thought, a very great honour in- deed. He then referred to the lineal descent of the families of Dolaucothy and Brunant, and said that Henry, the head of the Brunant family was descended from the Dolaucothy family, and was, therefore, of Royal Welsh descent. Mrs C. Lloyd had shown her appreciation of her son's wedding by so kindly inviting them all there to commemo- rate the day in a fitting manner. The Rev. Richards, Crugybir, next said that he had heard a great deal about 1 he generosity of the Brunant family, and he had no doubt that the bridegroom, who had that day entered upon a new life, would follow in the footsteps of his ancestors. An officer's life in the army, he thought, could be one of great usefulness in showing the soldiers under him a good example. He hoped Mr Lloyd's actions would be such that there would be no hesi- tation at all about imitating them. The Rev. J. E. Thomas, Salem, said that he was as yet a stranger in the locality. He had no doubt, but that Mrs C. Lloyd felt great regret in parting with her son, but from all he could hear she bad this consolation, that when called upon, her son would not be backward in the true cause. The Rev. D. Evans, Pencarreg, said he wished all success to Mr Lloyd and his young wife. He had heard of the good qualities of the Lloyds of Brunant from their tenants at Llanwenog. He knew that the young man, who had entered upon a new life that day, was entitled to all respect from his tenants and neighbours generally. He hoped that when Mr Lloyd would return to live amongst them, his tenants and himself would be in harmony with one another. Mr S. H. Parry then sang the following verses which he had composed for the occasion :— Cymru anwyl—gwlad y bryniau Deued allan dy delynau, I gyd chwareo melus odlau, Idd ein hyswain nad. Boed ei glod yn cael ei godi, Fel r'auwylaf o feib Cymru, Fr'ai briodas r'ym yn dathlu, Heddyw yn ein gwlad. Enwog fu y llwydiad, Ym mhlith cu wroniaid Cynt yn erbyn gormes ddu' Yn nyddiau yr henafiaid Yn ei 'hoi yn gyflym dynu Dan ei baner mae yn glynu, Ei gogoniant geidw fynu Lloyd o fewn i'r gad. Cyd-ddyrchafwn a chyd-floeddiwn Henffych well uwchben y cwlwm, Clod y ddau yn un 0 canwn, Feibion Cymru Ion. Mae ein calon yn ein mynwes. Heddyw'n teimlo yn dra chynnes. Tuag at ei gu gydmares,— Mun ei dyner fron. Melus fydd o'i fywyd, Bydded oil yn hyfryd Na foed un o'r cymmyl du Yn tori ar ei hawddfyd, Ar ei ol yr aiff ein calon, Pan fo'i droed ar dir yr e3tron, Idd ei wlad o hyd bydd ffyddlon Y tu draw i'r don. I Mr D. Morgan, Brunant, said that he had always ound the Lloyds to be very exemplary masters, I fand he knew he was only echoing the sentiments of all the tenants when he said whenever Mr Lloyd came to live amongst them they would do their ut- most to promote that good feeling, which was so essential a matter between landlord and tenant. The Rev. Richards then proposed "Host and Hostess Richards," calling attention at the same time to the very excellent repast of which they had partaken. He also thought Mr Richards had been very fortunate in having at his call such a good suite of waiters and waitresses. Mr Richards having replied, Mr W. Rees, Pumpsaint, proposed, and Mr Williams, Llandre, seconded, a cordial vote of thanks to the able president. Mr Davies having suitably responded, a very enjoyable meeting was closed with the singing of "God save the Queen. If the hills had resounded with the roars of cannon in the morning; in the evening they were illuminated with a grand display of fireworks. Hear the mellow wedding bells-Caio Church bells —which rang outright joyfully during this memor- able day May the whole of the Brunant family always receive the respect, and honour to which they are entitled is the wish of all.

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ANOTHER TERRIFIC GALE. No sooner had one storm of wind and rain of terrific violence swept over this country than another broke out on Sunday morning last, and caused immense damage to house, shipping, and other property which resulted in the loss of many lives and the miraculous escape of others. On Saturday night the ship "Enterkin" bound from Hull to Brisbane was wrecked on the Galloper Sands. Twenty nine of the crew were drowned and only one apprentice named Charles James Lewis, 18 years of age, was saved. On Sunday, the steamer Sportsman," which left Cardiff on Tuesday, put back to Barry Dock having sustained serious damage. On Monday morning, the captain and crew of five hands of the brig Star," of London, were landed at Lowestoft from the barque "Aurora "of Hull. The "Star'' sprang a leak and foundered off Flamboro' Head. Large quantities of wreckage have been washed ashore at Westward Ho, Bideford, a portion bore the name of Harvest Maid," Preston. At Newport, the walls of new premises in course of erection were blown out and carried through the roofs of the adjoining premises. The new premises were rising to four storeys, the walls on either side going up to a height of 40 feet. The masonry and girders fell in all directions and-two houses were literally wrecked by the falling walls. The falling mass carried the roofs, ceilings, bed- rooms, and all their contents bodily to the ground floor. At Mr Gillard's premises some members of the family were downstairs, but two of his daughters were in bed. Their room, with the bed, ceiling, floor, and themselves, were carried with the debris down to the sitting-room. It is miraculous how they escaped alive. The eldest daughter was so much buried beneath the debris that she could not be extricated for some time. She and her sister were found a good deal injured by the shock and severely cut and bruised about the body, bot there was no fracture of limbs. At the other house, occupied by a Mr Shewring, the ruin was much the same. The roof and upper floor were borne down by the falling mass, and some of the rafters were carried through the windows. The occupants were all, more or leas, buried in the debris. Mr Shewring managed to extricate himself in a terribly maimed condition. He crawled through a hole in the bedroom, got into the room below and escaped through the window. He was taken to the Infirmary and there detained. It was fully twenty minutes before Mrs Shewring was got off. At Llanelly great damage has been done. Almost all the streets were strewn with tiles and slates. The total loss here is estimated at from £ 10,000 to £ 12,000. The South Wales W t rks suffered badly. An old stack 120 feet high fell with a terrific crash on the roof of the new steel- works. Scores of houses were unroofed, and hundreds of chimneys were blown down. A large portion of the roof of Capel Newydd was blown away and the damage done is estimated at £ 100. Tabernacle Chapel was also partly unroofed. At Greenfield Villas a terrible collapse occurred about eight o'clock on Sunday morning. The chimney at the back of Mr Gavin Henry's house fell into the roof of a bedroom twisting the iron bedstead into knots, and then smashing the floor and falling into the kitchen below. Just before the accident the servant and one of the children were sleeping in that bed. A very serious accident happened to Mr David Rees, broker, Union Bridge. The tall chimney above his bedroom fell in and struck him on the side with great force. Mr Rees was in the act of getting up when the chimney fell in. Mrs Rees, who lay by his side, escaped unhurt. Mr Rees's head and aide sustained serious inj ury, "and he lay for some time unconscious. Scores of trees were uprooted. No services were held in the churches and chapels of the town during the day. A Burry Port workman was imbedded by a falling wall and workshop. When extricated he was found to be dreadfully mangled, and he now lies in a critical condition. At Ebbw Vale the large roof of the WillowjTown New Presbyterian Chapel, now in course of erection, was torn away and blown violently upon the old chapel completely wrecking it, The damage is estimated at between X200 and X300 which will have to be borne by the contractor. From other parts of South Wales news comes to hand of houses and chapels partially destroyed, and trees uprooted by the violent gale of Sunday morning. The storm seems to have proved as destructive and violent on land as on the sea.

FIRESIDE CRACKERS. Who was the first whistler ?-The wind. When is an apple like a fish?- When it's a crab. Which is the oldest wine you can get ?—Tho elder wine. When is a well like unbuttered bread ?-When it's dry. Why is a key like a prison ?-Because it is full of wards. Why is love like a potato ?-Because it shoots from the eye. When is a river not a river ?-When it is high (eye) water. When are soldiers like good flannels P- When they don't shrink. What instrument of war does the earth resemble ? —A revolver. Why is a kiss like rumour ?-Because it goes from mouth to mouth. What chapel is that which has a church in it P- White-chapel. Why is love like the British Army ?—Because it overcomes all obsta cles, Why is grass like a mouse ?-Because the cattle (cat'ill) eat it. When are men thinner than a deal-board?— When they are a-shaving. Why are four times five like an ale-house-bill ?— Because it is a score. When is a man like a musical instrument ?— When he is played upon. Why is new bread like a caterpillar ? Because it makes the butterfly. When is a compositor like a bad fire ?—When he requires a coal on (:) When is a buckle like a deceitful woman P— Whan its double-tongued. Why has a greedy man a short memory ?— Because he is for-getting. What growing vegetable is most like a general postman ?—Scarlet runner. Why is a Turk like a shell fishmonger P—Be- cause he is a mussel-man. Why is a tailor like a lawyer ?—Because he al. ways likes a suit on hand. Why is a circulating library like a lime-kiln ?- Because it lets out volumes. What regiment does the Queen belong to ?— The Grenadiers (granny dears). What snufftaker'a box gets fuller the more snuff he takes ?-A candle-snuffer. What are the most useful letters for a man of business ?—Energy. (N. R. G.) Why is wit like a Chinese lady's foot ?-Because brevity is the soul (sole) of it. Why is the letter A like a honeysuckle ?-Be- cause it is followed by a B(ee.) Why is a pair of darned stockings like dead men ? Because they are mende(a)d. Why is that which never fails like a strong knot ? It is a certainty (certain tie.) When is a baker like a man taking prussic acid P -When he takes pies in (poison.) Why is the Queen's health like an intemperate man ?—Because it is often drunk. Why is a four-quart pitcher like a side-saddle ? —Because it carries a gallon-on. Why should a stuttering man be discredited ? Because he is always breaking his word. Why are your teeth like verbs ?—Because they are regular, irregular, and defective. Why is bread the first necessary of life ?—Be- cause it is always kneaded (needed). Why is a ship the politest thing in the world ?- Because she always advances with a bow. What relation is that child to its father, that is not its father's own son ?-His daughters. Why are conundrums like monkeys ?-Because they are far-fetched and troublefome. Why is butter like a cowardly soldier ?—Because as soon as it is under fire it runs away.

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PLAYS OF THE SEASON. "THE BASOCHE" AT THE ROYAL ENGLISH OPERA HOUSE. Every country except England has its National Opera, and hitherto it has been a subject for reproach that a great nation like the English should have to depend entirely on foreigners for any opera worthy of the prefix 11 Royal." Mr D'Oyly*Carte has courageously undertaken to do away with this anomaly, and to prove that Eng- land, as a nation, is musical, and is, therefore, perfectly capable of supporting an English Opera House of its own, and that, too, without any Government subsidy. His programme is briefly as follows To produce the highest class of operatic work in the vernacular, in a style that will bear comparison wilh the most sumptuous productions in Paris, Vienna, or Berlin, and, as far as practi- cable, to be written, composed, and represented by English authors, composers, and artistes. With this end in view, the services of Sir Augustus Harris, Sir Arthur Sullivan, Goring- Thomas, H. McCunn, F. H. Cowan, and several well-known English artistes have been requisi- tioned. Money has been spent lavishly, and the new Royal English -Opera House itself is quite worthy of its role, being by far the handsomest building of the kind in London. Mr D'Oylye Carte has thrown the weight of many years successful theatrical management, the weight of his world- wide reputation, and the full weight of his purse, into this gigantic enterprise, and apart from the intrinsic merits of his productions, he deserves the liberal support of the public if only on patriotic grounds. The very popular and beautiful opera now in the play-bill takes its title from a famous guild or corporation of Parisian law students. From the year 1300 A.D. up to the time of the French Revolution in 1789, this guild of law students was an important element in the body politic of France, and when at the acme of their prosperity they could place no less than 10,000 armed men in the field, many special and exceptional privileges being granted to them by Royal favour. Inter alia, they were allowed to con- stitute themselves as a self-governing Kingdom, known as La Basoche," and were ruled by an absolute monarch chosen from amongst themselves, who assumed the title if 11 King of La Basoche." All the ranks usually found at Court were duly represented from the Arinces downwards. This I historical scrap is necessary, in order to follow the opera intelligently. The plot of the Basoche is simple, but highly diverting. It turns en the fact of there being two kings reigning contemporaneously in Paris-King No. 1, Louis XII. of France; King No. 2, Clement Marot of the; Basoche. At the opening of the opera, Marie d'Angleterre, sister of Henry VIII., has just been married by proxy to King Louis XII., whom she has never seen. On her arrival in Paris she puts up, en route to the Royal Palace, at the celebrated inn, the" Pewter Platter," which also happens to be the head-quarters of the Basoche. Almost the first sounds that greet the ears of Marie d'Angleterre arelusty shouts of Long live the King," and she immediately concludes that Louis XII. has graciously come to Paris to meet her, and on seeing that the object of so much noisy demonstration is a young and handsome man she is gratified and agreeably surprised. Nor was Marie d'Angleterre the only person who, mid the buzz and confusion of an election, took Clement Marot, the newly-elected King of the Basoche, for the King of France. To further complicate mat- ters, the King of the Basoche, contrary to all the laws of his kingdom, is secretly married to a simple country girl, by name Collette, and in the efforts that are made to keep this marriage secret, the chief result is to convince Colette that Clement Marot is the King of France, and that she herself is the rightful Queen. Anxious to claim her rights, Collette proceeds to the Royal Palace. On her demanding to see the King, Louis XII. is pre- sented to her,and as Collette is suitably attired and is, moreover, attractive, King Louis thinks this is his new English wife sent by Henry VIIL, and whose arrival he was expecting. But Collette expects to find her hubby Clement the King, and she won't have the genuine article at any price. Louis XII. is fairly bewildered at Collette's strange behaviour. He comes to every conclusion but the right one, and meantime don't the Courtiers just catch it!! Marie d'Angleterre, in her turn, pre- sents herself at the Royal Palace, expecting to find the young and handsome man whom she had seen en route and supped with at the inn, identical with Louis XII., King of France. When she discovers her mistake she is furious, and Clement Marot, King of the Basoche, appears to have an excellent chance of making a hasty exit out of this world. However, a much pleasanter denouement is con- trived. Such is a bare outline of the Basoche. Needless to say, that it is most skilfully developed, and various incidents, pathetic and humorous, are introduced quite naturally. The opera is staged in the most gorgeous and realistic manner on a scale of real magnificence, the tout en semble being a perfect marvel of scenic illusion. The company has been recruited by the engage- ment of the best English-speaking artistes from far and near. The singing of the choruses is a thing to be heard and never forgotten. The funny man of the opera is Mr John Le Hay, and a funnier could not be found. The critics have been unanimous in their verdict on the merits of the Basoche, and have pronounced it to be a real triumph for Mr D'Oyly Carte, and the best of its sort ever seen in London. The music alone is worth going a long way to hear. It has all the tunefulness of "Les Cloches" and Dorothy" and yet is incomparably superior to these two It ell-known Comic Operas, for when con- sidered from a critical standpoint, many of its con- certed numbers are worthy of taking a very high place as musical compositions. No one who has the opportunity should miss seeing the Basoche. THE END.

LLANLLWNI. TEMPERANCE MEETING.—On Tuesday evening, the 8th ilISt, a meeting of the Llanllwni Branch of the C.E.T.S. was held in the National School- room. The room was crowded by an attentive and appreciative audience. The chair was ably occupied by Mr David Rees, of Allt-fechan, Llan wenog. The speaker of the evening was the model of what a temperance address should be- temperate in language, but powerful and un- answerable in facts and arguments. He showed from the testimony of economists, doctors, judges, and philanthropists, that drink is the greatest of curses: that, like a pestilence blighting all it breathes upon, it impoverishes our nation, desolates our homes, and crowds our prisons and lunatic asylums. It was therefore our duty individually and collectively to do our utmost to stem its baleful influence. During the address there were frequent bursts of cheering. Mr Henry Thomas, of Beiliebach, proposed a vote of thanks to the speaker for his able address, and to Miss Lloyd, of Pontllwni, for the untiring zeal which she displays in the cause of temperance as in other good works; while Mr D. Jones, of Waunceilogau proposed a vote of thanks to the chairman. The votes were carried with accla- mation.

PEMBROKE. PRIMROSE LEAGUE.—A most successful enter- tainment was given to the members of the Pembroke and Catslemartin Habitation and their friends at the Assembly Rooms, Pembroke, on the evening of Wednesday, the 9th inst. At 8 o'clock the chair was taken by Mrs Saurin, of Orielton, Dame President and Ruling Councillor of the Habitation, and some necessary business was transacted. This over, the platform was cleared, and iMr Gerald Grace appeared upon the scene. The first part of the entertainment consisted of conjuring, and the feats displayed caused considerable astonishment in the minds of many of the spectators. During the interval between the two parts Admiral Mayne, C.B., M.P., made a brief speech, which was enthu- siastically received. Captain Percy George, who bad begun the proceedings by singing Rule Britannia," then gave "The Primrose Badge." The second part of Mr Grace's programme com- prised recitations, comic songs, and a very clever impersonation of How Bill Adams won the battle of Waterloo." From the necessarily limited portion of Mr Grace's repertorie, given on this occasion, we do:not hesitate to say that all present hoped that no long time might elapse before they should have an opportunity of again seeing this gentleman on a Pembroke platform. At 10 o'clock the entertainment was brought to a close by the singing of the National Anthem. The hall was beautifully decorated with plants and flowers, and a liberal display of bunting. The audience was a large and enthusiastic one. LACTINA" for calves prevents scour, needs no boiling, and costs one-half the price of milk. It is easily digested, and highly relished by the young animal. Apply Lactina & Co., Suffolk I House, Canon-street, London, E.C. [850

CILYCWM. SCHOLASTIC. We are glad to announce the success of Mr D. B. Evans, the son of the Rev T. D. Evans, The Vicarage, who has just obtained the degree of B.A. at Cambridge University. OBITU A R Y. We regret deeply to announce the death of NI r J. Nicholas, of Ochrfforest, after an illness of many weeks. On Thursday, the 10th inst, his mortal remains were laid in the new Cemetery at Cilycwm, in the same grave as those of his wife who preceded him only by five months. At the funeral there was a large number of relations and friends. Five children are left to mourn the loss of both parents. Much sympathy is felt for them in their very sad bereavement. REJOICCNGS. We have much pleasure in an- nouncing this week the marriage of Mr W. Price Williams, surveyor and valuer of this district, to Miss Eleanor (Nelly) Adelaide Lindsey Cooke, daughter of Mr W. Cooke, of Belfast, and niece of Mr W. Lindsey, merchant, Stratford-on-Avon. The marriage ceremony was performed at the Parish Church, Stratford-on-Avon, by the vicar, the Rev Arbuthnot, M.A. Mr Price Williams is the eldest son of Mr Daniel Williams, agent, Cilycwm. The bride and bridegroom returned from their honeymoon on Tuesday night from the South of England, and drove home from the Western Hotel. The little village of Cilycwm was all bustle and stir preparing for their reception. The drum and fife band turned out to meet them, and gave them a right royal reception. Arches were erected, and buntings displayed. Altogether, the rejoicings were kept at high water mark till the evening was far spent. PRESENTATION. On Friday evening, the 11th instant, an interesting ceremony took place at the National schoolroom, when a presentation was made to Mr J. Phillips, B.A., of St. David's College, Lampeter, who is leaving his native place to take Holy Orders, and then the curacy of Llation, near Llanelly. The presentation, which was a purse of gold, had been subscribed for, by Mr Phillip's friends and well-wishers in the whole neighbourhood, as a token of the respect and esteem in which he is held by old and young alike.-The Rev T. D. Evans having taken the chair, said that they had come together that even- ing to testify in a substantial manner to Mr Phillips's personal character and ability. He spoke in eulogistic terms of Mr Phillips as a monitor, as a pupil teacher and as an assistant master at this school, and also as a student at St David's College, Lampeter, where he dis- tinguished himself by gaining scholarships, and finally he was awarded the degree of B.A., which was interpreted by a friend present that evening as meaning" Brawd Anwyl." Mr J. Morgan (churchwarden) having followed in a similar strain, Miss Evans, the Vicarage, was called up- on to give the presentation in the name and on behalf of the subscribers, who numbered over 120.-Mr Phillips then briefly thanked one and all for the very great kindness shown to him that evening, and for the kind words spoken of him. He said that words failed to convey to them the feelings of his heart.—Mr J. Evans, schoolmaster, after reading out the names of all the subscribers, read the following stanzas from one of Mr Phillips's friends, who was unable to be present himself Adwyfol o'i ymadawiad-a'r wlad Ar ei ol yn wastad A braidd i wedd o buruddhad Yn nod amlwg o deimlad. LIenor a chyfaill union-yw Phillips, Nid ffoledd ymryson; Nodedig fab, digon-o dalentau Yn dal awenau eu brwd elynion. Gwaedd unoly rhwysgedd hwnw-enwogrwydd Wrth awgrym ei enw; A dawn odidog ar dw'—mewn parhad Wiria ddylanwad y radd a leiDw. Dedwyddweh doed a haeddol-haul Ilwyddiant Allweddau cyfryngol; 0 ddil haf yn ddylifol-arllwysed A'i deithiau'n yfed o fendith nefol. Mr Clark, of Henllysfach, and Mr W Price Williams, surveyor, each spoke a few words in praise of Mr Phillips the latter of whom spoke of him more particularly as a school friend, and expressed a hope that one day he (Mr Phillips) would be made a Bishop. Prior to the presentation an entertainment was held under the presidency of the vicar, in which the school children took a prominent part.—The customary votes of thanks and the singing of the National Anthem brought the meeting to a close.

LLANSTEPHAN. The children of the National schools gave their annual concert in the schoolroom on Friday evening, December 11th. There was a very large attendance, both of the parents and friends of the scholars. This was far above the average entertainments of the kind, and was arranged with great care. The graceful, charming simplicity, and yet the deep moral tone indulging the whole representation was really enjoyable in the highest degree. Each item of the long programme, consisting of recitations, dialogues, solos, and duetts, were performed with a bright- ness and intelligence which should be seen to be appreciated, and in lasting proof of the master's capacity, both as a teacher, and a dis- ciplinarian. The comic element was exceedingly droll, and so captivated the audience as to illicit a tremendous recall in many instances. Mr Morgan (schoolmaster) thanked the parents for their attendance, and also Mr Scott for presiding. Mr Scott responded in a few well- chosen words and, the singing of the National Anthem closed a two-hours' entertainment of perfect enjoyment.

LLANSAWEL. DEATH.—It is with regret that we chronicle the rather sudden death of an old and respected native of the parish, namely, David Morgans, Ty'rheol, or as he was locally known Deio Ty'rheol. After only four days illness he succumbed on Tuesday, 8th inst, at the age of 78. Deceased was a faithful member in the parish church. His remains were interred in the church's burial ground. The Rev J. Lewis (curate) was the officiating clergyman. THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL.-We are pleased to find that a debating class has been started here lately by the students and others. Several subjects have been under discussion that of last week being this—"Pa un gwell cadw yr hen hwyl Gymreig wrth bregethu a'i peidio." The discussion was opened by two able addresses for and against from Messrs J. Griffiths and D. Jones. Those who spoke for the motion were Messrs D. Evans, J. Powell Griffiths and J. J. Davies, against'Messrs T. E. Evans, and A. S. Thomas (" Anellydd "). The motion was carried by a majority of one. We hope that these meetings will be well attended and that a great benefit will be derived from them. The subject next under discussion will be "A ydyw yn briodol i grefyddwyr fynychu chwareudai (theatres) 1

TRAPP. ON Thursday, Dec. 10th, a very successful entertainment was held at the Trapp National School in the presence of a large audience. A very good programme had been prepared, and everything passed well. The singing of Miss Lewis, Trapp Mill, and the Messrs Jones, Rock House, was worthy of great praise.

CENARTH. DISTRICT NURSING.—Mrs H. R. Bate, Gelli- dywyll, wishes us to state that she has received the following sums towards "the district nurse fund," proceeds of the Penny Readings held at Cenarth :-Nov. 11th, 8s 2d Nov. 25th, 10s Dec. 9th, lla 9d; and 21 Is Od from Lady Ashbourne. Mr Williams, manager of the National Provincial Bank at Newcastle Emlyn has kindly consented to act as treasurer for the fund.

LLANGADOCK. ■ LECTURE.—On Thursday evening, the 10th inst.. at the Board Schoolroom, Mr F. S. Price, of Swansea, deliverd a very interesting lecture entitled, Across Central Africa with Mr H M Stanley and Emin Pasha," describing the adventures, privations, sufferings, trials, dangers and discoveries made across Central Africa. The whole was illustrated by sixty beautiful magic lantern views. The audience was very fair, considering the inclemency of the weather, and they were pleased with the illustrations shown, some of which were excellent, and the lecturer described very vividly the various scenes. The singing of the National Anthem, the words of which were illustrated, concluded the pro- ceedings.