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BRYNGWYN. Concert.—A very successful concert was held at the Church Hall on Tuesday, the 9th inst., in aid of various objects connected with the Church, when the room was overcrowded with an Apprecia- tive audience. Thanks were given to all who assisted especially, to Mr Harris who so devotedly trained the choir. Following is the programme 0 who will o'er the downs so free," the Choir recitation, Miss Joice Davies solo, Mr Harris recitation, Mrs Llewellyn solo, Miss D. Meredith recitation, Miss Williams; The Village Chorister," the choir song, Mr Sheldon solo, Mrs Lerigo duet, Mr and Mrs Harris song, the Rev. W. H. Llewellyn; unpunctuated paragraph (judge Rev W. H. Llewellyn), prizes. Miss Meredith and Mr ilarrv Pritchard recitation, Mrs Llewellyn song, Mrs Harris The Christmas Bells," the choir songs, the Rev T. M. Jones, Mr Harris, Mrs Lcrigo and Mr Sheldon competition in hat-trimming (judges Mrs Lerigo and Mrs Llewellyn), prizes, Rev. W. H. Llewellyn and Mr Meredith quartette A very bad cold," Mr Harris and party song, Rev. H. J. Lerigo song, Mr H. Pritchard; recitation, Mrs Llewellyn; song, Rev. T. M. Jones duet, Misses Jones Our Festive Day is dawning," the choir. The accompanists were Miss Meredith, Miss Harris, Miss Macnish, Mrs Lerigo, Miss Jones, Mr Sheldon and Mrs Thomas, the Rectory.

Brecon Hunt. Hounds will meet at 11 o'clock. Saturday, 20th Hiehgrove. Tuesday. 23rd Talachddu. Friday,*21?th Aberyscir Hill. S. W. MORGAN, M.F.H.

TALACHDDU. High-Class Ram Exported.—Mr D. J. Thomas, Talachddu Farm, has recently shipped to the Department of (Agri- culture, New South Wales, one of his pedigree Ryeland rams, the third prize winner at the Cardiff Royal Show.

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ILlY. EVERY branch of Dentistry at Henderson's Dental Surgery, Brook House, Hay, daily, all hours.. Boughrood Scholarship.—Master Harry Sederwick. son of Mr and Mrs Sedgwick, of Lion Street, has been awarded one of the two Boughrood scholarships tenable at Christ College, Brecon, as the result of the examination held at the College on the 6th inst. This is the second time that a Hay boy has been awarded a scholarship at Christ College within recent years. Army Hut for Men's Institute.—At the last monthly meeting of the local branch of the Church of England Men's Society, the president reported that he had purchased an Army Hut at the disp ersal sale at Prees Heath camp, which he hoped would soon be erected in Hay as a Men's Institute. Parish Church.—At the Parish Church on Sunday the sermon, both at Choral Eucharist and Evensong, was preached by Rev B. W. Ricketts. Personal.—It will be of much interest to many of our Hay readers to know that the preacher at a men's service held in St. David's Church, Brecon, on Sunday afternoon, the 8th inst. and organised by the Brecon local branches of the C.E.M.S., was the Rev. David Randell, C.F., M.C., whose stirring address was listened to and appreciated by a large gathering of men. The service was attended by the Bishop of Swansea who read the lesson and pronounced the blessing. 1, Forthcoming Presentations to Service Men.—The Hay Sailors and Soldiers' Reception Committee have decided to present all sailors and soldiers who in the late war joined up from Hay or who are natives of Hay with either a cigarette case, pipe, or medal and all who have returned since the Peace Celebrations fare to be entertained at a dinner to be held shortly after Christmas. The me- mentoes are to be presented at a "smoker" to be held after the dinner. Property Sale.—Messrs. D. and W. J. Price, of Brecon, offered for sale by auction at the Crown Hotel on Thurs- j day last valuable freehold properties in Radnorshire. Lot 1, "Lower Llan- i dewy," in the parishes of Llandewifach and Llanstephan, comprising a dwelling house and 86 acres of land, with moun- tain rights attached, now let to Mr Parry at the rental of 965 per annum, was bought by the tenant for 91,300, with timber £ 74. Cefnidge Mill, adjoining lot 1, comprising dwelling house, mill in working order and out- buildings with l h acres of land, now let to Mr Jones at Y,8 per annum, was with drawn, but was afterwards sold to Mr David Lewis, Lower Peutre, Glasbury, for £ 175. Lower Perthyduon," in the parish of Llowes, comprising 2li acres of land, now let to Major deWinton at £ 24 per annum, was bought by the sub- tenant, Mr David Prosser, for £ 525. Messrs. D. W. E. Thomas and M. F. Thomas, of Brecon, were the solicitors for the vendor, and Mr Charles Butcher, of Glasbury, the estate agent. Mystery Play.—A very fine exhibition of the mystery play entitled 'Eager j Heart' was given at the Parish Hall, Hay, on Monday and Tuesday. It was pro- moted by the Hon. Mabel Bailey and the Hon: Gwladys Bailey of Hay Castle. A full repo. will appear in our next issue. Conservative Association Meeting :— A meeting of the local branch of the Brecon and Radnor Conservative and Unionist Association, was held at the Foresters' Hall on Wednesday, the 10th inst. Major E. F. Cockcroft, was in the chair and Mr T. Maund, of Brecon, the agent gave An address. The chairman and two ladies were appointed delegates to the annual meeting of the association. The Late Mrs Bell.—It is with regret that we have to record the death, with tragic suddenness, of Mrs Bell, of Bridge street, sister-in-law to Mr Frank Cadman, chairman of the Urban District Council. After tea on Thursday evening last deceased, not feeling herself, called at the home of her sister Mrs Cadman, soon after her arrival there she had a seizure. Dr. Hineks was instantly sent for, but she passed away an hour afterwards. Deceased who was 57 years of age leaves two sons (both of whom served through the War, ths ona in the Navy and the ¡! other in the Army) and a daughter. The interment took place at Llan- I wenarth Parish Church, where her late husband was interred. Much sympathy is, felt for the bereaved relatives. Police Court.—Monday before the Hon. R. C. Devereux (in the chair), Messrs H. A. Christy, J. Cater, E, George and J. Morgan. Inspector Frederick Maynard, R.S.P.C.A., charged Albert Hughes with cruelty to a horse at Velindre where he was engaged in fall- ing timber under the Timber Control Board. The case was dismissed.—Thos. Hughes was summoned for cruelty to the same horse and was fined £ 1.—Chas. Gibbons and Edward Pugh were sum- moned for driving a timber waggon without lights and were fined 5s. each.- Messrs Williams Vaughan and Enoch George were appointed to represent the Division on the Compesations Authority for the year 1920. Wedding. — At the Hay Wesleyan Church on the 3rd. inst., the wedding took place of Mr Harry Frank Phillips, of Llanarth, Usk, and Miss Bertha Stephens, daughter of Mr and Mrs W. E. Stephens of High Town, The cere- mony was performed by Mr Allen (pastor). The honeymoon was spent at Swansea.

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LLANGENNY. Golden Wedding.—Congratulations to Mr and Mrs John Tuck on celebrating their golden wedding on the 11th instant. The. happy couple were married at Llan- genny Parish Church on December 11th, 1869, and have lived all their lives in the parish. The whole of the parishioners will, we are sure, join in sincere con- gratulatious to Mr and Mrs Tuck. Army Hut for Social Work.—We are informed that last week the parish purchased one of the huts from the Prisoners of War Camp, which it is in- tended- to erect on the ground adjoining the Mission Room at Llangrwyney, and is to be used for concert purposes, and as a Recreation Room, Its usefulness at this end of the parish will it is con- fidently felt, soon be realised. Concert,—An excellent concert, organ- ised by Mrs W. -G. James, in aid* of *he Crickhowell War Hospital Memorial, took place at the Schoolroom on the 12th. inst., and was a tremendous success, and she is to be congratulated on her efforts for such a worthy cause. The chair was taken by the Rev. R. M\ Cole-Hamilton. Space prevents us dealing with the ex- cellent programme in such a way as we would wish, but we must make special reference to the children's sketch, "Mrs I Mulligatawney's spring cleaning," which ¡ provided side splitting laughter. The programme was as follows :—Part 1, Banjo solo, Mr A. J. Williams song, Mrs J. Munkley song, "Revenge," Mr J. A. Wellwood song, Big Lady Moon," Miss K. Phillips recitation, Mr J. Owen song, The piper's dream," Mrs E. Griffith sketch "Mrs Mulligu- tawney's spring cleaning characters :— Mrs Mulligatawney, Miss Gwen Griffith Mrs Zaposis, Miss E. James Aunt Jemima, Miss F. Saunders; Sally, Miss W. Pocock Bertha, Miss M. Finn Mr Mulligatawuey, Master R. Hawkins Sweep, Master J. Palliser'. Part II, song, "Anchored," Mr W. Evans song, "The enchantress" Miss K. Phillips song, Mr J. Owen song, Mrs J. Munkley; song, Young Tom o' Devon, Mr J. A. Williams song, A Japanese Love song," Mrs E. Griffith banjo solo, Mr A. J. Williams song, I passed by your window," Miss Dunsford song, The Vagabond," Mr W. Evans duett, Tell me, gentle stranger," Mrs Ili., Griffiths, Miss K. Phillips The National Anthem. )

I CEFN COED. I Funeral.—On Thursday, the body of the late Mrs Maria Betterton was laid to rest at Vaynor Churchyard. A service was held at S. John's Church, Cefn Coed, prior to the procession's departure, the Rev. John Davies, rector, and the Rev. Mr Jones, curate, officiating. It was a beautifully impressive service the choir sang the, hymns Now the labourer's task is o'er" and Peace, perfect peace," and the Dead March in Saul," was played by Miss Mann, the organist. The service was largely attended, and the floral tributes were numerous and very beautiful. A good number of friends also made the journey to Vaynor. The family greatly appreciate the sympathy expressed in all ways by the inhabitants and old friends. Scholastic.—At the annual distribution of prizes at Brynmawr County School the following awards were presented to students from Cefn Coed: Supplementary Certificate, Mary Williams Senior Certi- ficate, Nellie Edwards Junior Certificate, Ethel Williams, Gwennie Rees, Winifred Thomas, Blanche Vaughan, Jenrlie Davies, Joseph Jones literary prize, Mapde Vaughan mathematics prize, J. Jones. In the entertainment that follow- ed the prize giving, Cefn figured largely, the following taking active part :—Bessie Vaughan, Ethel Williams, Gwennie Rees, Blanche Vaughan, Mary Francis. Nellie Morris, Jennie Davies, Eiddel Jones, Wm. Morgan Rees. Elwyn Price.

LLYBWEN. Show Success.—Mr H. A. Christy, I Llangoed Castle, won second and third prizes for Ryeland wether lambs at the Smithfield Show.

Notice to tha Public. The hndin Central Meat Co., LIMITED, are now selling their Prime OX BEEF 3d. per ib. less than English. Also-their fine quality MUTTON at 5d. per lb. less thon English. These prices will be reduced again shortly. Everybody can now purchase their Meat from us and save money. We have a good supply of Prime PORK for the Christmas trade. CHICKENS 2s. per lb. ^a0»'ch. LION ST., HAY.

BUILTH WELLS. Whist Drive.—A very successful whist drive was held at the Church Hall on the 10th inst., in aid of the Wednesday Football Club. The following were the prize winners :-Ladies-Ist Miss Wiley, 2nd Miss Main, 3rd Miss Brown, consolation Mrs Crowther. Gentlemen 1st Mr Walter Jones, 2nd Mr A. Main, 3rd Mr Reggie Stephens, consolation—Mr C. Whislay. A nice sum was realized for the funds of the club. The Welcome Home.—A meeting of the Welcome Home Committee was held on Friday evening, Mr H. T. Price, presiding. A resolution was read from the ex-Service men, asking that X700 collected for the Welcome Home Fund be divided as already suggested by the deputation which attended the last meeting of the committee. Mr Gilbert Eadie proposed. Mr W. Egerton seconded, and it was carried that 9,700 be divided among the ex-Service men who came under the scheme, after the expenses of a welcome home dinner had ueen met. A sub-committee was appointed to manage the dinner, and it was agreed to ask Miss Nancy Williams (Llanfair) to superintend the arrangements. Tuesday, the 30th inst., was fixed for the gathering. Regrettable if Inevitable.—At a meet- ing of the committee appointed to con- sider the retention of the motpr ambulance presented to Builth and district by the Red Cross Society, it was agreed not to retain the ambulance on account of the heavy cost of maintenance, as there is already a deficit of f35 to be met by the Builth Wells Urban, Builth Rural, IJlan- wrtyd Urban and Colwyn Rural District Councils. In all probability an appli- cation will be made for a small ambu- lance. Football Club's Thanks to Major Harcourt Wood.—At a meeting of the committee of the Builth Wells Club, held on Friday evening last, Mr J. G. Eadie (chairman) spoke in very grateful terms of the generous support the club had always received from Major Harcourt Wood, and voiced the regret of the mem- bers at his departure from the district, Other members supported the Chairman's remarks and an expression of apprecia- tion of Major Wood's valuable help was ordered to be placed on the minutes. The question of obtaining a permanent ground was afterwards considered. Men's Service.—There was a fair attendance at the men's service held at the parish church on Sunday afternoon, when Mr Clifton Kelway, F.R.Hist.S., delivered an interesting address. The service was taken by the Vicar (the Rev. H. J. Church Jones) and the collection was in aid of the Church Reform League. Mr Kelway, who is the secretary of the League and a licensed lay reader, preached in the evening. Eisteddfod Ardour.—It is expected that Builth Wells will be well repre- sented at Llandrindod Wells Eisteddfod. A local choir is training for the chief choral Deep Jordan's Bank," under the leadership of Mr James. Prothero, Glannant. Football.—A match is to be played between the Builth Wells football team and the Anglo-Indian team, consisting of the boys just returned from India, for some philanthropic object.. Wye Flood.—The heavy rain during the last few days has caused the Wye to overflow its banks, and many local springs in the district which had been very low have returned to their normal condition. Personal.—Mr Rose Richards and family last week went into residence at Caer-Beris from Velinnewydd. Bible Society.—The annual meeting of the Builth Wells and District Auxil- iary of the British and Foreign Bible Society was held' at the Church Hall, Builth Wells, on Tuesday evening. The Vicar (Rev H. J. Church Jones) was in the chair and there was a fair atten- dance. The Rev. W. Crwys Williams attended as a deputation and gave a detailed account of the work done by the Society during the past 12 months. The local secretary (Mr John Duggan) and the local treasurer (Mr J. R. Davies, National Provincial and Union Bank) presented their report on the year's work. On the motion of the Rev. Phillips, seconded by the Rev. W. E. Jones, a vote of thanks was accorded to the Rev. Crwys Williams for his address and to the secretary and treasurer for the able way in which they had discharged their duties during the past year. The Rev. Crwys Williams in respond- ing said he considered that the people of Builth should congratulate themselves on having Mr Church Jones as their vicar.

NOTICE TO ADVERTISERS, <M')«MM<httW )t CORRESPONDENTS, AND OTHERS. Next week the BRECON COUNTY TIMES will be published on TUESDAY MORNINCt (Brecon Xmas Market Day). Will Advertisers and Cor- respondents kindly note that we cannot guarantee insertion for any communication re- ceived after Monday.

Trecastle Notes and News. [By Novus HOMO], Professor Porta's prophecy of the opening of a sunspot with catastrophic effect for the world during this week has caused some anxiety amongst nervous folks, who have taken to read their Bibles daily, a custom which they had so long neglected that the family Bible lay covered in dust in many a household. Posters of different colours are now ornamenting our public places announcing coming events, such as competitive meetings and concerts to be held in the locality during the Xmas holidays. The printers are to be congratulated on their taste in display, but not in all cases on their spelling. In my younger days we always used two ll's in "Miscellaneous" and wrote "Government" and not "Goverment." Still we must pardon these small mistakes, as they are hidden under such a display of colouring. The fine fish found on the roadside near Llywel village did not come out of the water to commit suicide as suggested by one law-abiding citizen in the place, but was "done to death" by some unknown person or persons. It had no less than five stabs in its body, and our local Isaac Walton testifies that one of the'five was sufficient to end its career. A fair was held at Trecastle on Monday last commonly known as "Ffair mis y gauaf." A large number of cattle were offered for sale, including some exceptionally fine young beasts in forward condition and close to grading point but no trade was done as no buyers were present.

TRETOWER. Welcome Home Social.—On Wednes- day, the 10th inst., a aocial took place in the Parish Room in connection with the Tretower section of the Cwmdu and Tretower Soldiers Welcome Home As- sociation," its object being to welcome home and present gifts to the thirty five officers and men who had returned from the war, and to pay a tribute of honour aud respect to the seven men who had fallen. An excellent tea was served from 4-30 p.m. to 6-30 p.m. under the superintendence of Mrs Owen Evans, Mrs Francis, Court Mrs Christopher, Cwmgu; Mrs Bullard, Mrs Watkim, Laundry Mrs Wm. Williams, Mrs Wargent, Mrs W, Evans, Mrs Meredith, and Misses Chrystina Francis, Bessie Meredith, Nancy Watkins, Katie George, Polly and Daisy Price. Ex-soldiers' and friends to the number of 170 sat down. At 7 p,m. the Rev. W. Arvon Davies (chairman) welcomed in a short speech the returned men, and called upon the Rev. D. Lloyd (treasurer) to give a short summary of the accounts, and to explain the principle on which the money was divided. Four officers de- sired to receive the addresses only, and that their share of the money be divided amongst the men.—Col. Lord Glanusk, who was in uniform, then addressed the gathering, and spoke of the great service rendered to the country and the world at large by those who had joined the colours, and paid a tribute of honour and respect to the fallen. He pointed out that the immediate future of our country depended very largely for i ts stability on the esprit de corps good sense and good will of our returned men. He then handed to the representatives of the fallen a beautiful framed address, or a cheque, or both according as they had chosen to four* officers addresses only, and to all the others ah address and cheque, the amount of the latter- depending on whether the men had been engaged on home or foreign service. 'The Rev JIlO Owen Evans (secretary) pro- posed and Mr W. Williams (committee man) seconded a hearty vote of thanks to his Lordship, which was accorded with great enthusiasm and musical honours. Mr W. Davies, Mr G. M. O. Evans, and Mr W. J. Davies sang some patriotic songs and Mr T. Price and IN Daisy Price gave recitations, after which the company indulged in dancing until 10-45 when a very pleasant and mem- orable evening came to a close. The gifts to the Cwmdu section will be presented early in the New Year. P.inted and Published by THB Bucoll COUNTY TIMKS LIMITED at the Bnlwasjp and Lion Street, Brecon, in the County of Brecknock, THURSDAY, DEC. 18th, 1919. and registered at the General Post Office: as a newspaper.

11 Raindrop Elaine Kynch song, "Chintz I and Chippendale," Singing Class recit- ation, "Les Mois," Wendy, Nancy, Gwvneth. Enid piano solo, Russian Dance" (Gerard), Marjorie Jayne; recitation. A Japanese Story," Gweneth Lloyd and Marion Orton songs, (a) "Sammy Soapsuds" (b) "Polly Flinders," the Little Ones; dauce, Skipping Rope," Enid Shingleton- Smith piano duet, Sunny Meadows," Marjorie Jayne, Morfydd Arvon-Davies; recitation, "The Philosophic Baby," Roger Gwillim piano solo, Sous la Feuillee."Esther Simon; recitation, "The Golden Dream," Betty Shingleton- Golden Dream," Betty Shingleton- Smith piano duet. Daisies and Butter- cups," Esther and Nancy Simon dance, Balloons," Fristwyth, Esther, Marjorie, Enid. Wendy, Nancy, Betty Marion I recitations (a), "The Pepper Box," Bunty. and (b) Tale of a Fairy," Birdie song, "Song of the River," Singing Class recitation, "Empire Day," Esther Simon piano solo, Fristwyth Davies recitation, 'The French Doll," Nancy Simon piano solo, Bal Masque (Y'ener), Margaret Powell dance, Flemish National," Fristwyth, Esther, Marjorie, Jean, Wendy, Enid solo dance, Le I Cygne (Saint-Saens), D. Browne song, Good-Night," the Little Ones. NUMBER 350 TABLETS for Rheumatism, Gout and Sciatica are sold by GWILLIM, The Chemist Brecon. Price 1/3 and 3/6, by post 3d. extra. Bible Society.-The annual meeting of the Brecon Auxiliary of the British and Foreign Bible Society was held on the evening of the 9th inst., in the Town Hall, and was fairly well attended. Miss Philip Morgan presided, and the Rev. W. Crwys Williams (deputation) 'gave an interesting account of the society's work. A satisfactory report on the position in Brecon was presented. R.A.O.B. Smoking Concert.—On Wed- nesday evening last a very successful aud enjoyabale "smoker" was held in the Queen's Hotel, by the members of the Usk Lodge. Brother B. Ives was re- sponsible for the excellent programme, and the accompanist was Brother R. W. Musk. Dance.—A large number of young people attended the dance at the Parish Hall, Church House on Tuesday night. Infirmary Acknowledgments. Mag- azine*, Mrs Gwynne Holford, Mrs Maurice, Mrs Senior, Mrs Edwards, Miss Tuck pheasants, Capt. Wolfe Murray cakes, Mrs Coutts children's jackets and old linen. Mr§ Mavrojani old linen, Mrs Molyneux Thomas crockery, Mrs Griffith Jones. Distinguished, new Governor of Christ College. — We are informed by the Registrar that at a special meeting of the Governors of Christ College held at the Church House on Tuesday afternoon last, the Lord Bishop of St, Davids pre- siding, the Rt. Hon. Lord Justice Atkin was unanimously elected a Co- optative Governor to fill the vacancy created by the death of Mr R. Raikes. Mr Justice Atkin is an old Scholar of Christ College, having been there during the headmastership of the late Bishop of Bangor, Dr. Lewis Llold. Christmastide.—The display in the local shop windows this week will delight the children, who can look forward to a real old-fashioned Xmas" this year. Such a variety of tit-bits has not been seen here for five years and a record trade is being done. 11 Tredegar Club.—There was a. very large attendance at the second of a series of smoking concerts held at'the Tredegar Conservative and Unionist Club on Tues- day evening. Mr F. L. Stanton pre- sided. An excellent programme included some most enjoyable turns by Pte. T. Ridd, the smart entertainer from the S.W.B. Depot. Mr and Mrs Pugh, the steward and stewardess, had again decor- ated the concert room very nicely. Service Men Honoured at Kensington Chapel.—Some 25 of the ex-Service men connected with Kensington Baptisti Chapel were entertained to supper in the schoolroom on Tuesday evening, and were joined by a large number of friends. Mr David Powell presided and the Rev. D. O. Griffiths (pastor) was also present. After an excellent meal, a Treasury note was presented to each soldier, and I songs and games made up a very pleasant 1 evening. Winter Assizes.—Mr Justice McCardie has fixed January 24th as the Com- mission day for the next Breconshire Assizes. Boxing Night.—Keep in mind the great BOXING. TOURNAMENT at the Market flall-Ted Llewellyn, the great middle-weight of the Brecknocks, v. Emy Thomas, of Briton Ferry Moy Davies v. Joe Perks, of Tredegar Sid Williams v. P. Clements Evan Cook v. A. Coates. First contest at 7 p.m. Cars may be ordered for 9 p.m. Tickets, 10s., 7s. 6d., 5s., 3s., boys Is. Gd., can be obtained at the George Hotel, Welling- ton Hotel, 88 the Struet, or by tele- phone 76 Brecon. Departure for Australia.—On Wed- nesday morning, Dec. KTth., Pte and Mrs R. Jones left Brecon for their home, Australia. Pte Jones served in one of the Australian regiments during the war and whilst on hospital leave met Miss Rosie Smiles, and married her. Mrs Jones is the eldest daughter of Mr and 'Mrs Richard Smiles, Mason's Row, Llan- faes. Pte Jones is a near relative to Mr J. Watkins, who for many years was a master at Pendre School.