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SENNYBRIDGE. Personal. Dr. James Powell, for sevetal years in practice with Dr. T. L. Morgan at Clydach Vale and Tonypandy, has settled with his wife at Sennybridge, having acquired Dr. W. R. Jones's practice. Dr. Jones, who has recently been indisposed, has appointed Dr. Powell deputy coroner for his district, and in this capacity he has already at- tended two inquests. Before Dr. and Mrs Powell left their old home, the members of the Clydach Vale detachment of V.A.D. nurses of the Llwynypia Auxiliary Hospital, where Mrs Powell was quarter-master until the hospital closed, presented her with an antique telescopic drawing room lamp. The presentation took place at The Garth, Trealaw, the residence of Sir Walter and Lady Nicholas, the latter, as V.A.D. commandant, making the presentation. Lady Nicholas referred to the splendid services rendered by Mrs Powell and to the exceptional abilities she had displayed in carrying out the duties of quarter- master. She had (said the speaker) won the love and esteem of the nurses and the wounded soldiers, with all of whom she was highly popular. They all deeply regretted her departure from the district, where she would be greatly missed. The Rhondda Leader," in reporting the presentation, stated that Dr. Powell shared his wife's popularity in the district, through his skill and devotion to his work.

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1' I CRICKHOWELL. The 19th.-A fairly representative parish meeting was held at the National Schoolroom on Tuesday evening, the 8th inst., for the purpose of making arrangements for Peace Celebrations, and also to consider whether a rate on the parish be levied for the purpose. The Rev, H. P. Somerset presided. Dr. A. E. Jones gave details of what was done by Crickhowell on previous occasions when similar festivities were held, after which there was considerable discussion as to ways and means.—Mr Alfred Meale proposed that a rate of 2d. in the £ be levied, but the proposition found no seconder, there being a strong feeling apparent against it. On the motion of Dr. Jones, it was unanimously decided that the money be raised by voluntary subscription. Then followed the election of committees. Mr F. J. Hurley was elected hon. secretary and Mr John Phillips hon. treasurer. It is satisfactory to learn that a substantial sum has already been raised for the purpose and that the committees are very busy making the necessary arrangements for the holiday on Saturday next, when tea will be provided for the children and sports will also be held. It was sug- gested that the public should be asked to decorate the town, but it was felt that a request" would hardly be necessary, as on previous occasions they had always been well to the front in such matters. Funeral.—The funeral of the late Mr William Colerick, and his only son, Pte. William Walters Colerick, whose sad deaths we referred to in our columns last week, took place at S. Edmund's Church, on Wednesday, the 9th instant, amidst many sincere manifestations of regret, the attendance being the largest seen at a local funeral for many years. The mortal remains of the son were brought from Abergavenny on the previous evening, and were deposited in the church. The young man having recently been dis- charged from the Army, where he had served in a Monmouthshire Regiment, his coffin was covered with the Union Jack. The service was taken by the Rev. H. P. Somerset, rector. The hymn "Abide with me was sung in the church, and Brief life is here our portion at the graveside. As the cortege left the church, Miss Williams, organist, played Beethoven's "MarcheFunebre." Along to be remembered sight was the sad spectacle of father and only son being laid gide by side in separate graves. The closing ceremony was the linking together around the grave of their much respected brother, Kt. Wm. Colerick, of the representatives of the R.A.O.B., when the valedictory address was impressively read by Kt. John Watkins, of Aber- gavenny. The link numbered 38, and Kt. Watkins sadly reminded those present that the 39th link was missing. The mourners were Mrs Longworth, of London, only daughter Mrs Colerick, of Boraston, mother Mr J. Colerick, of Boraston, Mr Joseph Colerick and MrG. Colerick, of Tenbury Wells, brothers Miss Colerick, of Newbury, Mrs Towers, of Kendal, and Mrs Thomas, of Attle- borough, sisters Mr J. Thomas, brother- in-law. There were also pressnt Miss Gladys Brown, who was an assistant with the late Mr Colerick and with him when he met with his death, and Ivor and Flossie Gardiner, the young children of Mr James Gardiner, with whom the deceased lived. A very large number of floral tributes were received, including (in the father's case) wreaths sent by the members of the R.A.O.B. Lodges of Crickhowell and Abergavenny respec- tively, and one also by the bakers in business in Abergavenny. The breast- plates on the respective coffins bore the following inscriptions: "William Colerick, died July 5th, 1919, aged 51 years," and William Walters Colerick, died July 6th, 1919 aged 24 years." Mr D. R. Morgan acted as undertaker in both cases.

BUILTH WELLS. A Peep into the Past.—The following extract from a late issue of the "Archseologia Cambrensis" will be of interest to Builth Wells readers. The original docement is preserved in the Diocesan Registry at Carmarthen. Roger Williams, of the town of Builth, in the county of Brecon, Innkeeper, prays the Court that his houses and out- houses may be recorded for the use of the people called Quakers to meet in upon the account of Religious worship It being according to that of the Statute in that case made and provided. Roger Williams, Sept. 13th, 1718." Departure.—Mr Herbert Lewis, clerk at the National Provincial Bank, is leaving the town for Llandudno. Mr Lewis came to Builth Wells in 1915 and soon made himself popular in the town. In 1916 he joined the Army, and saw service in Egypt and France with the R.G.A., being demobilised this year. Induction of the New Vicar,—The new Vicar (Rev. H. J. Church Jones, R.D.), will be instituted and inducted by the Lord Bishop of Swansea on Friday, July 25th, at 7-30 p.m. The date previously fixed (July 23rd) has been altered owing to the Peace Celebrations taking place on that day. A Small Salary Increased.—The Builth Rural District Council agreed at their meeting on Monday last to increase the salary of Mr George Evans, for collecting 9 40 water rate in Oaklands, Builth Wella, from f,2 per annum to JE4. The clerk said that Mr Evans had to keep three books and attend two audits every year. The Swing Bridge.—The repairs to the Swing Bridge are now completed, and the bill of cost, £ 57 10s. 6d., was presented to the Builth Rural District Council on Monday. The Council agreed to contribute their already promised amount of 925. The Late Mrs Jarman.—It is with regret we record the death of Mrs M. A. Jarman, which took place at Tregaron on the 2nd inst. The family had lived at Builth Wells for many years and only removed to Tregaron about nine months ago. The funeral took place at Salem Congregational Church, Maesmynis, on the 7th inst. The body was conveyed from Tregaron to the Strand, Builth Wells, ready for the funeral, and here the Rev. E. W. Jones (Vicar of Allt- mawr) conducted a brief service. The Rev. Lewis Beynon officiated at the Congregational Church and the grave side, and Mrs Davies (The School House) played the organ. The mourners were Mr Jarman, husband Misses Eunice and Elsie Jarman, daughters Master P. Dudley Jarman, son Mrs Baynham, Eardisley, sister; Miss Baynham, Er- wood, niece Mr and Mrs Jones, brother and sister-in-law Mr and Mrs Thomas, Oaklands, brother and sister-in-law Mrs Aston, Bradford, sister Mrs Powell, Dowlais, sister Mrs Byers, Llanwrtyd Wells, aunt Mrs Jarman, Gro street, Builth Wells, mother-in-law Mrs Evans, Chapel House, sister-in-law Mr and Mrs Evan Jarman, the Strand, brother- in-law and sister-in-law Mr and Mrs David Jarman, Nrintyrarian, brother-in- law and sister-ifi-law Mrs William, Newhall, Garth Mrs Pobes, Miss Wil- liams, Miss E. Williams, Mr and Mrs Rees Jarman, Gellygyflog, brother-in-law and sister-in-law. The bearers were Messrs Charles Kruse, R. E. Thomas, George Dawe, James Hammonds, David Jarman and William Jarman. The coffin was of polished oak with brass fittings and inscribed on the shield was M. A. Jarman, died 2nd July, 1919, aged 37 years." Mr and Mrs Jones, Cwmbwch, and several neighbours met the funeral at Salem. Housing.—The members of the Builth Wells Urban District Council have de- cided to increase the number of houses to be built for the working classes from 16 to 23. Another Change.—The Urban District Council have had to alter their decision as to the celebration of Peace. There will be a general holiday on Saturday and aquatic sports, as well as sports for ex-service men. The children will be entertained to tea on Wednesday next and will be presented with mugs. Poor Law Officials' Salaries.—At the meeting of the Builth Board of Guardians on Monday, it was decided to increase the salary of the master by £ 19, the salary of the matron by JE13 15s. and that of Mr T. P. Lewis, relieving officer, by £ 23 8s. per annum.

CWMDU. Scholastic.—At the Welsh University Degree Examinations held at Cardiff University last month, Mr H. Silvan Evans, of the School House, was success- ful in obtaining his "Inter B.A." Silvan is an old Brecon County School boy who was awarded a scholarship and bursary by the Crickhowell Governors in 1912.

GLASBURY. EVERY branch of Dentistry at Henderson's Dental Surgery, Brook House, Hay, daily, all hours. Visit of an Aeroplane.—On Sunday, about 8 p.m., the villagers were astonished to see an aeroplane hovering overhead. It seemed to have come from Shrewsbury or Hereford en route for Llandrindod. Accident.—On Friday evening' one of the woodmen, Mr Morgan, had a rather serious accident to his foot in Tregoyd Wood. Dr. Hincks was quickly in at- tendance, and after dressing the wound conveyed Mr Morgan home in his motor.

Trecastle Notes and News. [BY NOVCS HOMO], A well attended Parish Meeting was held at the Council School, Trecastle, on the 8th inst., to make arrangements for Peace celebrations on the 19th inst. (The Parish Councils of the two hamlets of Traianmawr and Traianglas have igreed to join hands and provide by a voluntary subscription a tea and sports). The chair was taken by Mr R. J. Brychan Jeffreys, Varlen House, Trecastle. Mr Brynmor L. Powell was elected hon. secretary and Mr Griffith Griffiths, Bronyddmawr, treasurer. The following ladies were appointed on the tea committee :—Mrs Green, Llywel Vicarage Mrs Teague, Traianglas Vicar- 1!5 11 cl age Mrs Bowen Evans, Castle House Mrs D. H. Williams, C.M., Trecastle Mrs Wynter, School House and Miss Mary P. Jeffreys, Camden House. The following gentlemen were appointed on the sports committee :— Messrs R. J. Brychan Jeffreys T. Joseph, Graig-goch Thos. Davies, Dyffryn House Brynmor L. Powell, Fountain House 0. T. Harrys-Howells, Pantglas and Rev. J. C. Jones, Con. Minister, Trecastle. Messrs D. T. Jeffreys, Camden House R. J. Brychan Jeffreys and S. F. Powell, of Cardiff, will be the judges of the sports and will also manipulate the fireworks in the evening. We are glad to find that Miss Margaret Edwards and Master Arthur Williams, daughter and grandson of Mr and Mrs Wm. Edwards, Login House, Trecastle, have arrived safely in Canada after a very pleasant voyage. It will be remembered that Master Williams came over at the outbreak of the war, and although only a small child this was his second voyage across the Atlantic ocean. During his stay at Trecastle he regularly attended the Council School and showed much talent, and on his departure he was the recipient of a valuable fountain pen given by the Head Teacher (Mrs Wynter), assistants and pupils of the school. Miss Margaret Edwards emigrated to the Land of the Maple Leaf in 1913 and returned to England in 1914 with a Canadian family as a private governess to their children, and travelled with them for some time, visiting all the important places in the British Isles. She resigned her post last year in order to spend a short time at home with her parents before embarking for Canada again, taking up a similar post with particular friends of her former employers. Also we are glad to find that Sergt. George A. Edwards, another member of the Login House family, has safely returned to his home in the West (Waldeck, Saskatchewan), after doing his bit for his King and mother country in the war.

Breconshire Farm Sales. At the Angel Hotel, Abergavenny, on Tuesday, Messrs Straker, Son and Chadwick offered for sale by auction three freehold farms at Llanbedr, Crick- howell, part of the Neuadd estate, as follows Ysgubornewydd, 121 acres, let at Y,105 10s per annum outgoings, tithe £ 15 2s 5d, land tax £ 2 2s 6d, chief rent and comorth payable to the Duke of Beaufort, 5s Id. Sold to Mr Thomas Vaughan, Crickhowell, for the tenant, Mr E. Howells, for £2,500. Tymawr, 142*743 acres, let at JE131 outgoings, apportioned tithe £ 17 3s 3sd, land tax f,2 6s Id, chief rent and comorth payable to the Duke of Beaufort, 6s. Sold to the tenant, Mr T. Jones, for £ 3,000. Henbant Fawr, 124a. Ir. 17p., let at JE70 per annum outgoings, tithe rent charge JE9 2s 9d, land tax 6d, chief rent and comorth payable to the Duke of Beaufort, 7s. Withdrawn at £ 1,100. The Yew Tree farm, Garway, Herefordshire, 196a, rent £ 170 p.a., was withdrawn at 13,750. The Trothland farm, Garway, 135a., rent 9110 per annum, was sold to the tenant, Mr Harvey Bevan, for £ 2,000. The vendor's solicitor was Mr H. F. Kite, 22-23, Queen street, London E.C. 4.

LLANGATTOCK. Obituary.—It was with much regret that the news was received of the death of Mr Ernest Thomas Jones, of Eithen, which took place on Tuesday, the 8th inst., at the early age of 39 years. The deceased had been in a very indifferent state of health for a considerable time. The funeral, which was largely attended, took place at the Parish Church' on Saturday last, when the Rev. R. M. Cole-Hamilton officiated, a short service having been previously held by him at deceased's residence. The mourners present were Mrs Jones, widow Mr and Mrs R. Moulder, father-in-law and mother-in-law Mr and Mrs Rees Jones, brother and sister-in-law Mr and Mrs Powell, sister and brother-in-law Mrs Speake and Mrs Thomas, sisters; Messrs. Humphrey and Willie Moulder, brothers- in-law Mr and Mrs C. Meale, brother- in-law and sister-in-law; Mr Jarman, brother-in-law Mr Offe Jones, Mr Harvey Jones, Miss Annie Jones and Mr John Evans, cousins, and Mr Parry, Pencarreg, Builth. The deceased was carried to his last resting place by his neighbours: Mr W. Jones, Llwynon Mr Dd. Price, Hendreforfydd; Mr W. Rumsey, Golden-Castle Mr D. Bevan, Pencroeslan Mr W. Davies and Mr G. Titley, both of Vedw. A large number of floral tributes was sent by the deceased's relatives and numerous friends. Mr D. R. Morgan was the undertaker.

BRECON REJOICINGS. One or Two Points. Brecon is undertaking a very big pro- gramme of Peace rejoicings, and the fixing of the 19th inst. as the- pwKlfp holiday, when most of us were thiufafn? about the beginning of August, iuts compelled a hurrying up of arrangemeaiSj wThich means a big strain on the officials. Inevitably, under such circnmstan; some points get overlooked for the moment, and the Mayor is clearing one or two things by a special notice in another column. It needs to be clearly understood, for- example, that all Service and ex-Servioe men will be welcomed at the Athletic and Acquatic Sports on Saturday, not only as spectators. but as competitors. Those who intend to compete should hurry up now for entry forms. As a- matter of fact, the men who have done something are the only people Brecon cares about at the moment the under- lying motive of the whole celebrations is to do them honour. Of course, all the shops will close on Saturday, and we are quite sure that business people will be ready to accede to the Mayor's appeal to close also, on Tuesday afternoon. A very welcome bit of news is the announcement that thcmilitary authori- ties have arranged for the Band of the 2nd Battalion South Wales Borderers to play at Brecon throughout the ceie- i brations. This is a really kind conces- sion. It is a big thing to be sure of a band for Peace rejoicings but it is much more to be sure of a band whoite excellent playing we know by experience. SAILORS AND SOLDIERS' DINNER. In the absence of any official record, it is difficult to compile a full and accurate list of those who have served in the war, but naturally the Sailors and Soldiers' Dinner Committee are anxious that no one should be omitted. Will anyone who has not received a ticket send name and address to the hon. sec. of the Committee, Mr. T. Maund, 7, Bulwark, or to a mem- ber of the Comrades Committee ? Ex-soldiers over 60 years of age, re- sident in Brecon, are given the option of attending the Sailors and Soldiers or the Old Inhabitants' Dinner, and should apply for tickets for the former as above.

Breconshire Officer Wounded. Lieut. D. W. Saunders-Jones, sur- viving son of the Rector of Cantref and Mrs Saunders-Jones, who holds a com- mission in the 76th Punjabis (Indian Army), was wounded on the 4th inst. in Palestine, in an encounter with raiding Bedouins. The only information so far received is the War Office official an- nouncement.

Brecon Military Wedding. A wedding in which much local in- terest was taken was that of Miss Hilda Rowlands, eldest daughter of Mrs Row- lands, of Kensington, Brecon, and Com- pany Sergt.-Major H. W. Sudlow, 1st Batt. South Wales Borderers, youngest son of Mr Thomas Sudlow, of Edmonton, London. It took place on Tuesday morning at S. John's (Priory) Church, Brecon, in the presence of many relatives and friends, and the Rev. H. J. Church Jones, R.D., officiated. The bride, who was given away by her uncle, Mr H: B. Bevan, of Erdington, Birmingham, was handsomely dressed in silver grey crepe- de-chine with hat to match, and carried a bouquet of while lilies and roses bound with silk ribbons in the colours of the bridegroom's regiment and his gift. She was attended by her sister, Miss Alwyne Rowlands, and two little girls, Miss Elsie White (niece of the bridegroom) and Miss Myfanwy Edwards (friend of the bride). Miss Rowlands wore a becoming dress of grey taffeta silk and black ninon hat, and had for ornament a gold pen- dant and chain set with amethysts and pearls and the two little girls were attired in white crepe-de-chine with hat to match, and had gold brooches, the gifts of the bridegroom. Sergt. Trevor Rowlands, cousin of the bride, was the best man. Mr E. W. Baker, F.R.C.O., played the Wedding March at the close of the ceremony. A reception was after- wards held at Kensington, and the bride and bridegroom left by the 2-5 p.m. train for London, where the honeymoon" will be spent, the bride travelling in a navy coat frock and black ninon hat.

,,# c:I MARKETS. Brecon Poultry, &c., Friday.—Moder- ate supply, eggs dear. Prices :—Butter, 2/6 per lb.; hen eggs, 4/3 per doz., duck eggs, 5/ chickens, 2/8 per lb.; black currants, up to 2/- per quart; red cur- rants, 1/ a few whimberries, 3/ Hay Poultry, &c., Thursday.—Prices— Butter, 2/6 per lb. eggs, 3/9 per doz. chickens, 2/3 per lb. fowls, 1/10 ducks, 1/8 gooseberries, 5d. and 6d. per lb. black currants, 8d. and 9d.; red currants, 6d. to 8d. raspberries, lOd. to 1 cucumbers, 9/: to 10/- per doz. Brecon Cattle, Tuesday.—Six cattle and over 900 sheep and lambs graded, and a number of calves sold well in open competition. Shortage of keep stopped any store trade. Builth Wells, Monday.—Six fat cattle and over 300 sheep and lambs graded. Cart pigs were in great demand, and made from 55/- to 65/- each. Small supply of cows with calves made from £ 30 to 13 4. No store cattle on offer and no inquiries.

Eracsn and Radnor Farmers' Union. QoXr report of a meeting cf the Brecon tmtl Radnor Farmers" Unir-i. held at Tidgarth on Tuesday, was delayed in the POISt. and we are obliged to hold it over.

._u_ llmgammIHOET WELLS. Circus.—On Tuesday of last week a circus visited the place, and provided amusement for a large number of young people. Peace. On Wednesday evening a meeting was held here to decide on ways and means of celebrating the "Peace" on Saturday next. The Rector was in the Cajixai. 0 :.1<.1.Ij made of fiIHlndal help, and committees, collectors. and helpers were nominated to carry out the project on a generous scale. C.M. Sunday School Excursion.—The annual excursion of the .C.M. Sunday School took place last Thursday. The place chosen was Llandrindod Wells, where a delightful day was spent.

VELINDRE C.M. Chapel.—On Sunday afternoon and evening the anniversary services were held in the Calvinistic Methodist Chapel here. Recitations, sacred songs and duetts were nicely rendered by the children, and there were large congre- gations.

TALYBONT-ON-USK. Cricket Match.—A very interesting and exciting cricket match was played at Talybont on Saturday afternoon last. The contesting teams were Talybont School and Brecon County School, Form II. The youngsters showed unbounded enthusiasm and very creditable form, and the result was a draw of 44 runs. Col. and Mrs Jones-Williams very kindly provided tea for the players. Peace Celebrations.—The local Parish Councils have moved in the matter of Peace celebrations for the 19th. Arrange- ments are well in hand, and events befitting the great occasion can be looked forward to.

Llanfihangel Xalyliyn. Peace Festivities.—Preparations are in full swing for celebrating the Peace on Saturday next in the parishes of Llanfihangel Talyllyn and Llanywern. As the result of a public meeting, pre- sided over by Mr Percy Morton, a com- mittee was appointed representative of both parishes, and the arrangements for the day are well in hand. A meat tea will be provided for all the parishioners, also athletic sports, quoit matches and a trotting match for horses (confined to the two parishes), followed by a concert, at which it is hoped to present the de- mobilised soldiers with emblems from the parishioners. A sum of about X35 has already been subscribed towards the expenses.

LLANYWERN. Marriage.—A marriage of local interest n Z!1 took place at the Parish Church on the 3rd inst., the contracting parties being Miss May Powell, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs T. J. Powell, Waunmynich Farm, and Mr Edward Prothero, eldest son of Mr and Mrs E. Prothero, Llech- faen. Both families are well known and respected in agricultural circles in the county. The bride was neatly attired in a pale blue costume, with which she wore a cream Leghorn hat trimmed with pale blue. She was attended by Miss Annie Prothero, sister of the bridegroom, as bridesmaid, and was given away by her eldest brother, Mr Tom Powell. The duties of groomsman were carried out by Mr David Prothero, brother of the bridegroom. The Rev. L. Idris Roberts officiated.

TALGARTH. EVERY branch of Dentistry at Henderson's Dental Surgery, Brook House, Hay, daily, all hours.

LLANWRTYD WELLS. Military Promotion. Lance-Corpl. Prothero Jones, Dinas Farm, Llanwrtyd, stationed with the Brecknocks at Mhowr Central India, has been promoted corporal. The Final Shear. The annual clip terminated at Clyncae Farm, the resi- dence of Mr Jack Jones, on Friday last. It is many years since such favourable weather has prevailed during shearing operations in our district. The Clyncae shear is always a big day, but through the scarcity of lambs this season there was somewhat less work to accomplish. It was an ideal day, and the usual large company present included many visitors and school children. Hay Harvest.—The hay harvest is in full swing, but the crop generally is light,

CEFN COED. "teachers' Meeting.-The annual meet- ing of the Brynmawr and District Teachers' Association was held at Pont- sarn on Saturday, when Miss S. Thomas, head mistress of the Cefn Coed Girls' School, was installed president for the ensuing year. Peace Celebration, The Cefn Coed Peace Celebration Committee have secured the loan of a field belonging to Mr D. W. Evans, Tynewydd farm, for the children's sports on Saturday. The Vaynor and Penderyn Rural District Council have granted a sum from the rates for the purpose of providing tea on Saturday to the school children of the district, old age pensioners, those in receipt of outdoor parish relief, and the widows and parents of men who have fallen in the war. Printed and Published by THE BBECON COUNTY TIMES LIMITED at the Bulwark and Lion Street, Brecon, in the County of Brecknock, THURSDAY, JULY 17th, 1919, and registered at the General Post Office t as a newspaper.