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ABEKYSTWYTH. Our representative in Aberystwyth i.H Mr. J. DKMJEY SPKNCER, 11, Custom House Street, to whom notice should be given of all events required to bo reported in the COUNTY TIMES. RURAL DISTRICT COCNCIL. M O X DAY. A meeting of the Council was held at the Town -Hall, when there was present Messrs J. B. Morgan (chairman), Charles Davies (vice-chairman), David Davies, E. J. Evans, John Morris, Richard Davies, Daniel Morris, David Edwards, John Jones (Elerch), Evan Richards, George Price, W. A. Miller, James Jones, J. M. Williams, Thomas Powell, T. R. Mor- gan, David Lloyd, with Mr Hugh Hughes (clerk), and Mr David Davies (assistant clerk). WALL PAPER AND TYPHOID FEVEU. The following report was read by the Chairman —" I am sorry to have to report that three cases of typhoid fever have occurred at Brynperffaith in in the parish of Llanfihangel. I visited the place but could not satisfy myself as to the cause of it. I have been told by the medical attendant in charge that the probable cause arose from a damp state of the pine end of the house which was repeatedly covered over by the paper one sheet on the op of the other, and at the time of breaking out this mass of paper was found to be in a rotten and putrid condition, and it was only the members who slept in this end of the house that were attacked. The paper has been removed and the wall white washed and properly disinfected. 1 would suggest that the spring from which they get their supply of water should be cleaned out and properly fenced in. Another easo occurred at the house of Davies the tailor, a relative of the former family and no doubt contracted the disease at Brynperffaith. I am glad to say that the patients are all doing well and no fresh cases have latelv occurred.—Yours, etc., J. E. HCGHES (Medical Officer).—The Inspec- tor reported that he had served notices on the owner of the house to get the pine end of the house cemented.—Mr Miller Where do they get the water from ?—The Inspector: From a place adjoining the bog land.— Mr Miller Are you satis- fied that the water was fit and proper for the pur- pose P—The Inspector I think so.—Mr Miller It seems a strange thing to me to attribute an out- break of fever to paper on a wall. There must be another cause for it.—It was decided that the well should be covered in and fenced round. OVERCROWDING AT DEVIL'S BRIDGE. The inspector reported that he had served notice upon the occupant of a house at Devil's Bridge, at which place five persons occupied the same room. It was decided to enforce the notice. -ALYBONT WATER SUPPLY. In reply to the chairman the clerk stated that the council were waiting the return of the plans from Captain John Davies. — The council thought that it was a pity that the work should be deferred when the Parish Council were urging upon the I District Council to proceed with the work.—Mr. T. K. Morgan explained that the cause of the delay was aile to the fact that Captain Davies was test- ing the supTjly of the water during the dry weather. chaJFtMR suggested thai tlifl clerk should write to Captain Úfl.yíe. requesting him tp sub- mit the plans at the next meetiflg.- — Thull was agreed to. GOITRE VILLAGE AND ITS WATER. Captain David Auter, master of the sailing ship I Glenpark," wrote as follows to the QQanefl ? I beg to call your atteutioii to tue ueplorable con- dition of the watef supply of the small village of Goitre, in the parish of Llangynfelin. A few years ago three of my children died of diphtheria and every year this dreadful disease visits our little village and it is my firm belief that the quality as well as the scarcity of good water is the cause. I believe a petition was sent from and signed by all the ratepayers in the village to Mr. Pryse Pryse, Park Lodge, but nothing cam of it. I am sure if the health officer will pay a visit to the village about the month of Augusf he will find that mat- ters call for immediate remedy and it is a wonder to me that the health officer has not found this out sooner.—On the proposition of Mr J. M. Williams it was decided to instruct the Inspector to visit the place and report to the next meeting. He was also instructed to take a sample of the water to be analysed and gauge the strength of the stream. NEED OF REFORM ALL ROUND. Mr. Miller reminded the Council that the Guar- dians were making arrangements for the vaccina- tion of the inmates of the forkhouse and the vagrants, in order to prevent the small-pox from spreading. He was of opinion that the matter lay more with the inspector than the medical officer, and he should like, if the inspector would pay a visit all round the district to see that the pigstyes, privies, and cess pools were put into proper order. He knew the district in Gloucester where the out- break of small-pox had taken place. It was crowded with pigstyes, cesspools, and privies, and, in his opinion, the outbreak was due to the condition of those arrangements. The inhabitants were beau- tifully prepared for it, and they were swept away by hundreds. If they had an outbreak of small- pox there were many of their rural districts that would be cleared out.-The Inspector thanked Mr. Miller for his advice, and added that there was some- thing due to him for keeping it away (laughter).— Mr. Miller said attention had been called to the drainage in the Llanbadarn village time after time, and it was still the same.—The Clerk said the privies emptied directly into it.—Mr. Miller pointed out the necessity of urging the Inspector of Nuisances to do the utmost in his power to clear away these nuisances. It was no use mentioning the matter unless they set to work and got it done (hear, hear).—The Inspector promised to attend to the matter. CHANGING THE HOUR OF MEETING. A discussion took place upon a notice of motion by Mr. James Jones to divide the work and hold two meetings, and it was decided to hold the meet- ing on one day, but at 11 o'clock in the morning instead of half-past one. HOUSE DRAINAGE AND SURFACE WATER AT BORTH. Mr. James Williams, clerk to the Cyfoethybrenin Parish Council, wrote to say that his Council would leave the question of house drainage and surface water at Borth to the Council.—The matter was discussed, and it was decided to give notice to the various owners to abate the nuisances. THE ERECTION OF NEW BUILDINGS. The Clerk said that he had written to nearly thirty Boards asking for information respecting the bye-laws in force as regards the erection of new buildings, and he did not think that there were any in existence dealing with this question only.—On the proposition of Mr. Miller a small committee was appointed to draw up bye-laws.— The Council then went into committee. TOWN COUNCIL.—TUESDAY. The Mayor (Councillor T. Griffiths) presided at meeting of the Council held in the Town Hall, pQ(/ there were also present: Aldermen D. Roberts, er Jones, and T. Doughton, Councillors E. P. Ppat^6'onesi J- Hopkins, R. Doughton, R. withM AWatkin> c- M. Williams, D. C. Roberts; assistant clerk Clerk' Ml" MaSS6y; Mr Rees Jones] surveyor.' aCC°UDtant' and THE STEAMSHIP COMPANY AND HARBOUR Mr W. Morris DUES. James Bowen, Baid tW fCC,OTnpaTlied by Mr the Steamship Comnanv t ■ een asked by and lay before them certah, 7 the CoUnCl1 complaint was that the rent of^h tS' uTh6 firSt too high. The second eomnl Jnf wareh10use was were asked to keep an extra clerk was at t ey harbour aues in sums of twopence and and then expect them to hand over a ^ree?en°e> £ 150, and they wanted to know what ™f°r powers the Council had in the third complaint was that they had r. The the bad debts, as well as pay a 0 stand clerk for the collection of the dues, whichexfcra relieving the ratepayers. They had lost about £ 17 in bad debts. In years gone by the Corporation paid the Clerk a yearly salary to collect the dues on behalf of the Council. Now it had been thrown upon the Company. Previous to that the harbour dues were let by auction. He was of opinion that the Council ought to remunerate the company for the work. The company were prepared to meet them fairly, but the Council should remember that they benefitted to the extent of £600 or JE700 a year from the revenue of the steamer alone. They paid £4,000 for a steamer which was not worth £1,000 but it went to the benefit of the tradesmen and ratepayers of the town, and they as a Council included (laughter). Would some of those present speak upon that ?—Councillor R. Doughton No, not now; we will refel it to a committee.—Coun- cillor Jones De I understand you to say that Mr Griffiths collects all the harbour dues connected with the harbour.—Councillor Morris: No. We have lost £17 by bad debts.—Councillor Doughton In twelve years (laughter).—Mr Morris Since we began with the steamer.—Councillor Watkin pro- posed that it be referred to the Harbour Committee. —Councillor Peake: I second it. — Councillor Doughton Has Mr Morris told us all the points ?— Captain Doughton said that the members of the Harbour Committee were interested in the company. —Mr Moms: Do not give us any favours or affections (loud langht(r),Captain Doughton said that it was a question for the whole Council, and it was ollly fair to the owners aud ratepayers.— Councillor Hopkins said that the unfortunate part of the business was that the llarbour Committee was very nearly aH sh:1rcholc1ers or directors of the company. Mr Morris knew very well when ho came into the Council that the COllllciliurs were interested in the matter. He proposed that they appoint a committee of the members of the Council -wito were not interested in the company, aud who were not shareholders or directors of the company. — Mr Morris: And honest men (laughter).—Alder- man Peter Jones said that as regards emf part of Mr Morris's statement dealing with the harbour dues they were perfectly within their powers in asking the company to collect the dues. As re- garded the proposal that the Council should reduce the rent, it should be borne in mind that the harbour was a considerable loss to the town, as it had to be supplemented by the tates to the extent of about £500 per annum, in addition to there being an adverse balance. They ought to be just before being charitable, and if a reduction could be made in the rent he was perfectly willing to leave that portion for the consideration of the Harbour Committee, and to bring in a report upon it.—Mr Morris asked was it right that the company should pay a rent of JE42, and half of the best office to bo occupied by the Council's servant.—■ Alderman Jones: That is a question to consider.— }1r Morris I wish you to consider that.—Coun- cillor Doughton Ùh yes, certainly.—Mr Morris said that Mr Jones seemed to feel very much for the ratepayers, but he might remind them that the ratepayers were more numerous than the com- pany (laughter).—The Town Clerk said that it was laid down in an Act of Parliament respecting the harbour dues and unless they got a new Act they were bound to comply with it. The ship owner must employ his own clerk to collect the money.— Mr Morris What about the bad debts.—Alderman Jones suggested that they should do the same as the railway company and go in for prepayment.- Mr Morris Must we keep the goods (laughter).— Councillor Peake seconded the proposition that the rent bo referred to the Harbour Committee.— Councillor Hopkins protested against this course.— Councillor Jones said he thought it would be fairer to the town generally that this question should be referred to an impartial body. He seconded the proposition.—Mr Bowen said the loss of the com- pany by bad debts amounted to £ 40.—Alderman Jones The shareholders can discuss the matter, but not vote.—Councillor Hopkins I am a small shareholder but I will not sit.—Capt Doughton in proposing that it be referred to the whole Council said that there was only oiie member of the Har- bour Committee who was not interested in the company, and how was it possible to discuss the question under such circumstances.—Councillor D. C. Roberts approved of the matter being referred to an impartial committee.—Councillor C. M. Williams was of opinion that the Harbour Com- mittee were quite able to deal with the matter.— Referred to the Harbour Committee. THE RECRUITS OF THE CARDIGANSHIRE ARTILLERY. Writing on behalf of Col. Lloyd and all ranks of the Cardigan Artillery, Capt. S. Lushington, R.A., returned thanks to the Council for the kind ex- pression of their feelings upon the conduct of the men and expressed the hope that the cordial relations may pontine, THE TWMff-SIXTH OF JUSË. t Mr. Percy Hobb, manager of Morgan and Co.'s I Wine Warehouse, Little Darkgate street, wrote asking for permission to erect one or two stands to supply refreshments on the occasion of the visit of their Royal Highnesses the Prince and PrinceM of Wales.—In reply to a Councillor the Town Clerk said that probably stands would be platted in the new road by the station.—Councillor Jones pro- posed that it be referred to the Public Works Com- mittee.—Alderman Jones said that the entrance to the Schools would have to be kept for the poHce who had had leave to use the school buildings<It was decided to refer the matter to the Public Works Committee to allocate sites for the tents, and confer with the Guests' Committee on the matter.T^-JEaptain Doughton asked what did they mean by refreshments ?—Councillor Peake Bread and cheese and beer (laughter).—The Town Clerk said that no doubt there would be tea and coffee and wines, &c. PROTECTING THE SCENERY. Messrs T. W. Powell and D. Phillips applied for permission to tip debris on the piece of land leased by the Council from Rev John Morgan situate in the old reservoir dingle.—Alderman Jones said he should object to accede to the request. The per- sons making the request had already exceeded the limits granted to them. If they acceded to the request they would spoil a pretty nook. He believed that in a year or two the trees planted on the spot would afford shelter to the visitors. He proposed that they refuse the application.—Dr Harries seconded, and it was carried. THE SALARY OF THE HALL KEEPER. Mr Hugh Hughes, clerk to the Guardians, wrote to say that the Guardians considered JE5 a sufficient rent for the use of the room at the Town Hall, and hoped after re-consideration that the Council would not insist upon the payment of £ 7.—The Town Clerk said that he was told that the labour attached to this, room was in excess of any other.—Council- lor C. M. Williams proposed that they should in- form the Guardians that they were unable to accept a lower figure.—Councillor Jones thought the appli- cation was a reasonable one and seconded it.— Agreed to. THE STATE OF KING STREET. Mr. Croydon Marks wrote asking if the council was prepared to sell the stone chippings at present in the Corporation yard and at what price per ton. —Councillor C. M. William? proposed that it be referred to the Public Works Committee.—Alder- man Jones suggested that the surveyor should in- form them if he needed the chippings. — The sur- veyor said that he had some to spare.—On the pro- position of Councillor Jones, seconded by Captain Doughton, the surveyor was instructed to make arrangements for the sale of the stone.—Councillor Williams said that there had been many complaints about King street and he should be glad to know if the erections had been taken down.—The surveyor said that he had given Mr. Marks an official four days' notice to clear the poles away. — Captain Doughton said that the front of the college was also in a disgraceful state and he expected the college authorities to deal with it before this. STREET OBSTRUCTIONS. A letter was read from Mr. Hall, 5, Victoria terrace, complaining that three months had elapsed since the surveyor informed him that the removal of the sheds at the bottom of the terrace was about to be carried out. — Councillor Jones suggested that the surveyor should take the necessary steps in all instances where obstructions existed. WIDENING OF THE COLLEGE FRONT ROAD. Alderman Jones presented the report of the Public Works Committee, who recommended that the price asked by the Ecclesiastical Commissioners for the land required near the U.C.W. for the pur- pose of widening the adjoining street, viz., 4s 6d per square yard, be accepted, and that the soil be carted to the St. Michael's Churchyard, and that the Mayor be authorised to sign an undertaking as required by the Commissioners in regard to the costs and charges attendant on the deed of convey- ance, and that the Surveyor be authorised to take the work in hand immediately.—Agreed to. VENTILATION OF THE TOWN SEWERS. The Committee further reported that the Borough Surveycr having produced his report and plan shewing his proposals for ventilating a portion of the sewers of the town at an estimated cost of JE80, such report being based on Mr. Fowler's recommendations. The committee having fully considered the matter, and acting upon the auth- ority conferred on them by the Council, instructed the Borough Surveyor to have the work forthwith proceeded with and completed before the com- mencement of the coming season.—Alderman Jones said that the pipes had been connected with some half-dozen shafts in different parts of the town, and they hoped to have it complete within a fort- night. — Dr. Harries proposed, and Councillor Williams seconded, that they pass a vote of thanks to the gentlemen who had placed their premises a the disposal of the Council.—The proposition was carried. THE WATER SUPPLY OF THE TOWN. 6 u.c Works Committee also gave the tai-8SS^r^ mstructions to the Borough Surveyor to J 8 'ncrease the existing delivery of — AUW ?eServoir at an estimated cost of £ 10. taken ,°.n88 l^at the work would be hpv W if. ™ed^ely.-Dr. Harries said that oTn^n ?at t7 a storage of water equal n gallons per day for a population of 29,000 persons, and they would have the same qua ititv per day on the occasion of the royal visit for 46 000 persons and he only hoped that they would have enough of inhabitants to drink it.—Alderman Jones: That will be without the beer reanir«H (laughter).—Dr. Harries Oh yes. HARBOUR COMMITTEE'S REPORT. Capt. Doughton presented the report of the Harbour Committee, which stated .that a com- munication from Mr 1. Davies referred to this committee, re the Sarah Davies," was considered and it was resolved that the letter be laid on the table. The committee also instructed the Harbour Master to request the owners to remove the schooner Sarah Davies" from her present berth to the Trefechan Flats, and moor her there.-Capt. Doughton said that respecting the question of charging extra for vessels that lay in the harbonr for a length of time, it was decided that the Town Clerk should communica:3 with towns similarly situated to Aberystwyth, and ascertain what they did in such cases. He proposed the adoption of the report.— -Comncillor D. C Roberts seconded, and it was carried. THE ROYAL VISIT. On the motion of Dr Harries, seconded by Coun- cillor Jones, it was agreed that an address be presented to T.R.1I. the Prince and Princess of Wales by the Corporation on the occasion of their approaching visit to Aberystwyth, and that the drawing up of the address be entrusted to a com- mittee.—The following wore appointed on the committee: Dr Harries, Alderman Peter Jones, and the Town Clerk.— It was also decided that the Town Clprk, the Surveyor, and the Chief Constable should meet, with a view to making an order, pur- suant to Sec. 21 of the Town Police Clauses Act, 1847, to enquire into and report upou the route to be observed by all carriages, horses, and persons, and upon the arrangements for preventing obstruc- tion or the streets within the borough on the occa- sion of the Royal visit on the 26th June next. THE INSPECTION OF PLEASURE BOATS. Alderman Jones said that he had had placed in his hands a letter from Mr Hugh Jones, of Port- madoc, intimating that he was willing to undertake the work of inspecting the pleasure boats at a fee He proposed that they engage him.—Councillor Peake seconded.— Captain Doughton said that it should be understood that this inspection was to be an annual oue. The proposition was carried. GREAT MEETING OF DRUIDS. The Mayor said two gentlemen from Newtown had called upon him asking for permission for the band to play on the Castle grounds for dancing on Wednesday, May 27th.—Councillor Jones pointed out that it was a rather important matter as delegates from all parts of England would be repre- sented there.—Permission was granted.—The Town Clerk said that if any damage was dore it would have to be made good,—The Council then went into committee. PETTY SESSIONS, WEDNESDAY.—Before T. Hugh Jones, John Morgan, R. J. Jones, J. Lewis, E. Evans, and Isaac Hopkins, Esqrs. SCHOOL CASE.—William Gornall, Trefechan, was charged by David Lloyd, attendance officer, with neglecting to send his child to school.—Case ad- journed for a month. DRUNKENNESS.—William Lewis, boatman, North Road, Aberystwyth, was charged by P.O. Evan Powell with being drunk and disorderly on May 14. —P.C. Powell said he was called to the home of the defendant about 10 15 in the evening where he found the defendant creating a disturbance. When witness went in the defendant took his coat and wais- coat off, and wanted to fight him. An hour later he saw Lewis in North Gate Street, and he was then drunk and disorderly.—The Clerk Any question to ask hito Lewis?—The Defendant: No. I don't think it is worth while asking him any question, but I should like to explain to you that it was only a family quarrel. He would not, however, admit that he was drunk, but when a policeman came into the l?9W3e it was UH\; a 11!T1 ;¡11it flrank (laughter) .—The Chairman We stall fine you 2s 0(1 1 and costs,—Defendant: What is the cost ? You arc the instigators of breaking up a good home, my wife and mother will have to go.—The Chief Constable It is your own fault.—The total amount due is 10s. —Defendant: I am much obliged to you gentlemen, it will save me many hundreds of pounds.—Thomas Hughes, a plasterer, hailing from Carnarvon, was charged with being drunk on the previous evening. Evidence was given by P.C. Evan Powell as to the state of the defendant, who was so drunk that they had to lock him up.—-Fined 5s including costs. TRANSFER or LICENSE.—Mr Charles Massey (from the office of the Town Clerk) asked for the temporary transfer of the license of the Promenade Pier from George Croyden Marks to Percy Lobb (of Morgan & Co., wine merchants) who had taken over the supply of refreshments for the Pier during the summer months.—Granted. NEGLECTING HER CHILD.—Charlotte Jones, a young woman, now living at the Royal Hotel Swan- sea, was charged by the Guardians of the Aber- ystwyth Union with neglecting to maintain her child, which had become chargeable to the Union.— The defendant did not appear for some time, and it became a question as to whether the bailsmen would be called upon to pay the amount due. when she put in an appearance. She agreed to pay all the money due and to take charge of the child.—The Bench ac- cepted the offer and the charge was withdrawn. There were no other cases. v
ABERDOVEY.
ABERDOVEY. GOLF.—Arrangements are being made for a three days' golf tournament on the Aberdovey golf links during Whit week. There will be handicap, four- some, and bogey competitions, the prizes for which have been offered by Major Gieen and Mr H. J. Gillespie. The competitions bid fair to attract a goodly number of visitors, and Mr W. V. Thomas, the energetic hon. sec. of the club, is to be com- plimented on the way in which he carries on the arrangements for the handicap. CONFIRMATION SERVICE.—On Saturday last the Lord Bishop of Bangor held a confirmation service at the Aberdovey Church, when 22 candidates were confirmed. The church was crowded, and the ser- vice was opened bv Rev. J. Rowlands, vicar. His lordship delivered "some stirring addresses to the candidates, both in Englisl, and Welsh. THE CEMETERY.—On Saturday morning the Lord Bishop of Bangor performed the ceremony of con- secrating a portion of the Aberdovey Cemetery. There was present a large number of the neighbour- ing clergy and representatives of the general public. Mr E. L. Rowlands, the vice-chairman of the Aber- dovey Burial Board, represented that body. The consecration service was naturally a short one, his lordship offered up the dedication prayer, and two or three hymns were sung. OBITUARY.—We regret having this week to chronicle the death of Corporal Byron, who resided at Chapel Square, Aberdovey. The sad event occurren on Friday morning, the deceased being 32 years of age. For some years he had served in India, but had for some time past resided at Aber- dovey, where he was much respected. The funeral took place on Monday, Rev. John Rowlands officia- ting. Deceased was a Freemason, and the funeral was attended by members of the local lodge. DEATH OF AN OLD INHABITANT.—The death occurred on Saturday last of Mrs Black, one of the oldest residents of the town, at the ripe old age of 72 years. Mrs Black was known to be the oldest lodging house keeper in the town. She leaves one son to mourn her loss, namely Capt. Wm. Black, at present in command of one of the large steamers trading between this country and Singapore. The funeral, which was largely attended, took place at the Cemetery on Tuesday, when Revs. Robert Jones (Towyn) and T. Hughes officiated. EJECTMENT ORDER-—-A-t a special Petty Sessions held at Towyn on Tuesday, before Mr H Haydn Jones and Mr H Robinson, Chas. and Eliza Tomkins, were summoned to show cause why they should not give up possession of certain premises, to wit, a stable, coach house and yard, of which they were tenants. Alderman J Hughes Jones the owner having given formal evidence, Mr Tomkins took exception to the notice served on the ground that his sister was not a tenant in as much as he had rented the tenement himself. The bench made an older for ejectment in 21 days.
MACHYNLLETH.
MACHYNLLETH. POLICE COURT.—At the Police on Monday, before Edward Davies and Edward Rees, Esqrs., Thomas Evans was charged with being drunk and disorderly at the fair on Saturday, and was sentenced to 14 days' hard labour. ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE.—A meeting of the as- sessment committee of the Machynlleth Union was held on Wednesday morning when Mr Edward Hughes presided, and there were also present Messrs John Rees, John Jones, John Davies, Row- land Jones, David Evans, John Owen, Ellis Hughes, and N. B. Owen. The business of the committee was to revise 'he valuation lists of the parishes of Machyulleth, Cemmes, Darowen, Llanbrynmair, and Penegoes. FAR FROM HOME AND KINDRED.—On Wednesday morning Mr John Rowlands, coroner, held an inquest at the Workhouse touching the death of a man unknown who died at the Workhouse on Mon- day morning.—P.C. A. Owen said that on Friday he saw a man dressed like a French sailor lying on a heap of stones on the side of the road near to Cemmes. He asked the man several questions but apparently he did not understand the English lan- guage because he received no intelligent replies and could make nothing of what the man said. Witness went on to Machynlleth and returned to Cemmes Station when he was told that a man was lying in a field. He went to him and found that it was the same person as he had seen previously. Witness took the man to a cottage and gave him refresh- ments and afterwards brought him in a trap to Machynlleth. The man was about 5 ft. 6 in. high, of a dark complexion, and about 40 to 45 years old. —H. H. Meyler, headmaster of the Intermediate School, said that he went to see the deceased at the Workhouse) but could learn nothing from him, but he believed that he came from France. The man appeared in great pain and witness did not continue the conversation. He paid a second visit and he was of opinion that the man showed signs of in- telligence when he mentioned the name Brest. He noticed that the tongue of the man was swollen. Thdeceased seemed desirous of writing to his friends.—The Master of the Workhouse said that the man was put into the vagrant ward, but upon the order of • Dr Matthews the deceased was removed to the House. He thought that the man said his name was Francis Watt. The deceased appeared to be better on Sunday evening but died GL the following morning.— Dr Matthews said that the man appeared to be suffering from cramp in the stumach and in his opinion death was due to syn- cope.— A verdict accordingly was returned. RGRAL COUNCIL.—A meeting of the Rural Council was held on Wednesday afternoon, when there were present, VIessrs Edward Hughes, chairman, E M Jones, John Jones, John Watkin, Ellis Hughes, N. B. 'wen, John Davies, with Mr D. Evans, clerk, Mr D. Morgan, assistant clerk, and Mr R. Williams, inspector and surveyor.—On the motion of Mr John Jones the discussion on the salary of the Surveyor was deferred to the next meeting. — A letter was read from the chairman of the Llan- wrin Parish Council expressing their will- ingness to be responsible for the work in connection with the new bridge.—The Surveyor reported that a pond which sank 26 years ago on tho road side near Dolg 1rnfa was causing con- siderable annoyance owing to the read being eaten away.—The Surveyor was instructed to serve notice upon the owner of the pond.—The Surveyor reported that cottages known as Pentrecellyn in the parish of Derwenlas were in a bad state of repair, and were without proper sanitary accommo- dation. He was instructed to serve the usual notice.The estimate for Scuborycoed was, upon the suggestion of Mr John Jones, reduced by £6.- The estimate for the work to be done during the month amounted to £1628 4d. HORTICULTURAL & AGRICULTURAL SHOW. ANNUAL MEETING. The annual meeting of all those interested in this show was held at the Vane Hall on Wednes- day afternoon, when Mr G. W: Griffiths was voted to the chair, and there were also presetlfc Messrs Sackville Phelps, Richard Gillart, R. C. Anwyl, J. Edmunds (Wynnstay Hotel), Joseph Evans (Frongrog), X. B. Owen, Ellis Hughes, John Jones, Edward Jones (Lion Hotel), Edward Hughes, W. R. Williams, A. Harries, William Owen, J. Rowlands (treasurer), T. Lloyd (secretary), &c.— Mr. J. Rowlands presented the account for last year und stated that on the year's working there was a deficit of £5, but they had in hand a balance from previous years and subscriptions of £82 odd,-On the proposition of Mr N. B. Owen, the accounts were passed.—Mr Rowlands explained that last year it was decided to pay the judges' for thair work if application was made. It was anticipated that this would amount to about £20, but only 21s was paid, the majority of the judges not apply- ing. He proposed that a vote of thanks be sent to those judges who attended free of cost.—Mr. Joseph Evans seconded that, proposal, and remarked that t was very satisfactory to see the same gentlemen Coming to the show year after year.— The vote was carried.—Mr. Sackville Phelps pro- posed that they hold the show this year (bear, hear). It was a great pleasurG to the townspeople and the inhabitants of the neighbourhood to at- tend the show. They were extremely obliged to Mr. Rowlands for keeping the accounts so well, and he was of opinion that the balance was a very satisfactory one.—Mr. Edwd. Hughes seconded the proposition, and it was carried.—Mr. Joseph Evans then proposed the re-election of their worthy and noble president, Lord Henry Vane-Tempest (hear, hear).—Mr W. R. Williams seconded, and it was carried.—Mr Anwyl proposed Mr Phelps as vice- president. He was a gentleman who took a lively interest in the show—Mr John Jones seconded and it was carried.—Mr Anwyl also proposed Mr Joseph Evans as chairman of the committee.—Mr W. R. Williams seconded.—Mr Evans was anxious that Major Bonsall, the old chairman, should be re- elected, and proposed him. The amendment was not seconded and the original proposition was then carried.—In proposing the re-election of Mr Row- lands as treasurer, Mr Phelps expressed the hope that they would have the assistance of Mr Rowlands daring the next year.—Mr Harries seconded the proposition, and it was carried.—The Chairman proposed, and Mr Edward Jones seconded, the re- election of Mr R. Gillart as hon secretary, and the proposition was carried.—Mr Gillart said that he could not give them a definite answer at that meet- ing, but hoped to do so by the next time they met. In proposing the re-election of Mr Lloyd as secretary, Mr Joseph Evans said that from the commencement Mr Lloyd had been most willing and energetic at all times in carrying out the business of the show and he made his proposi- tion with much pleasure.—Mr John Rowlands seconded, and it was carried.—Mr Lloyd said that he was inlhopes that someone else would have come forward to take the post and he had intimated to several members of the committee his wish to retire in view of the fact that a good deal of his time would be taken up with work in connection with the hotel,at Tallyn, but since they had decided to appoint him he would endeavour to do his best for the success of the show (hear, hear).—Mr Evans hoped that Mr Lloyd's residence on the other side of the hill would be a great advantage to the show (hear, hear).—Mr Harries called attention to the fact that the schedules were sent out late and he expressed a hope that they would be sent out earlier this year.—The committee were proceeding to pass the rules en bloc, when Mr Anwyl expressed a wish that in classes six to eleven inclusive money prizes should not be given to any persons not being bona fide farmers, but that instead a mtdal or something of this character should be offered.—Mr N. B. Owen was afraid that it would not work well at all, and that it would have a tendency to reduce the number of entries.—Mr R. Gillart, whilst appreciating the notice of Mr Anwyl, said that he was afraid it would not work out satisfactorily. He was of opinion that the farmers were well able to take care of themselves in the matter.—Mr N. B. Owen said that if it was carried out it would mean that they would have none but young horses.—Mr Anwyl said that his point was that it would give the farmers a chance of knowing with whom they were competing, and he did not think that the entries would be reduced.—Mr Phelps thought that they could not do betcer than leave well alone. He never heard any complaints from the farmers.—Mr R. Gillart suggested that the meeting should be adjourned, and that at the next meeting they should consider the advisability of introducing sheep dog trials. He was of opinion that they should always have something new to offer the public. At the same time he would bring forward the question of the salary of the secretary. —Mr Evans supported the view of an adjournment, and said that he was strongly in favour of offering prizes for wool as this was an important branch of the agricultural business. He should like this to be brought in at the next meeting.—Mr. Anwyl and Mr. John Jones were in favour of offering prizes for the best three acres of roots, the latter stating that the exhibition of one or two roots was no indication of a crop, neither did they show where they were grown (laughter),—It was decided to adjourn.—The Chairman said that they had always taken it for granted that they should have the Plas grounds, but he thought that they ought to ask her ladyship through her agent (Mr. Gillart) for permission.—Mr. Anwyl supported this view, and Mr. Gillart promised to lay their request before the Marchioness (D) of Londonderry.—The meet- ing then closed. VESTRY MEETING. NONCONFORMISTS AND THEIR RIGHTS. On Thursday afternoon an adjourned vestry was heid in the Parish Church, when there were present: Messrs Sackville Phelps, E. Gillart, N. Lloyd Jones, R. Gillart, Dr A. O. Davies, J. Lewis, J. Parsons, Thomas James (Cemetery Road), B. Pierce, W. M. Jones, D. Davies Williams, D. Smith, J. Edmunds, G. W. Griffiths, Rees Lewis, J. B. Davies.—On the proposition of Dr A. O. Davies, seconded by Mr Davies Williams, Mr G. W. Griffiths was appointed to the chair.—The notice of agenda having been read, Mr John Lewis said that those present at the last meeting would recollect that it was adjourned so that the Rector (Canon Trevor) could make it convenient to attend, and present to the vestry a statement of the accounts of the church, and as there was no statement nor even a minute book for them at that meeting, he proposed that the meeting stand adjourned until the Rector made it con- venient tó attend.—Dr Davies seconded.—Mr Davies Williams did not see why the vestry should be adjourned for that purpose, as the Rector was not supposed to attend more than anyone else. The Rector was only a single member of the vestry, and when he was present he was of course the chairman. He repeated that he did not see why they should adjourn for that reason.—Mr John Lewis I should like to ask Mr Williams if he has an agenda to go upon. I have had no agenda. The only object so far as I know is to elect a churchwarden, and no one will take that post unless he has a statement of accounts and knows where he stands.—Mr Williams said that there were other matters connected with the parish.—Dr Davies said they did not know what they had to do in that way. — Mr E Gillart said that if they had the notice of the first meeting before them they would see that it was only to elect a churchwarden for the year, and it was adjourned for that purpose. Now other matters were brought forward and he did not think the notice to that extent was quite correct. This meeting was for a particular purpose aud the other matters mentioned were not upon the last agenda. —The Chairman remarked that it was the usual thing at this time of the year to hold vestries and receive the accounts.—Dr Davies said that he could understand the gentlemen present were interested in the parish matters but he did not know what tney had to do in that way. The last vestrv was adjourned for a specific purpose and it would be as well to adjourn it again until the IIactor came down. They had no minute book to go upon.— Mr John Lewis did not know whether the vestry had any powers outside church matters. U) dcr the Act of 1894 he believed that all powers jested in the vestry were taken away and transferred. He under- stood that the vestry as it now stood was simply tu carry on church affairs.—Mr Davies That is so.— Mr E. Gillart said that the present vestry was called for church matters only.—Mr R. Gillart asked if any communication had been received from the Rector. —The Chairman No.—Mr R. Gillart said that the reason he asked the question was because he pro- pot-ed at the last meeting that the vestry should be adjourned solely and simply for the appointment of a churchwarden. That resolution was carried, and the meeting was adjourned pending the presence of th3 Hector. Personally he felt it very much, be- cause in the resolution it was requested that the Rector should attend. Now another vestry was called, but the Rector had not confined himself to the appointment of churchwarden but had put other matters down that related to the parish, whilst the vestry in the present instance was simply confined to churchpeople, He saw Nonconformists present, and although he was always pleased to see them he did not think that they should come and interfere with the business of the church. If they had been called to go into parish matters he should say that they had a perfect right to be there but matters connected with the Church ought to be left with the Churchpeople, and nobody else (hear, hear). The Nonconformists dealt with the chapel business and the church iuatters should be dealt withby the cburchpeople-lr vies Williams: I Is Mr Gillart speaking to a matter before the meet- ing ? What he says is only his opinion, and we have our opinions.—The Chairman ruled Mr Williams out of order.—Mr Williams Oh, thank you.—Mr R Gillart said that in matters dealing with the parish they had a right to be there.—Mr Wm Jones said that he asked a question if there was anything coming in connection with the parish.—Mr E. Gillart said that question could not be answered because they did not have the vestry book. The business at the last meeting was to elect church- wardens.—The Chairman said that the notice was not according to the notice which they received at the last meeting.—Mr J. Lewis said that he wished to press his resolution. The notice convening the vestry was irregular inasmuch as the Rector had added words to the original notice. The first meeting was adjourned solely for the appointment of a churchwarden. He therefore pressed his xesolution Hu th9 Yestry should be adjourned until the Retitoi- attenueu and presented the accounts.—Mr W. M. Jones: I wish to say that we have not come 1 here to interfere with any matters connected with the church, and I should not like either of YQU to think that we have been induced to Cotne here. We thought that there was a matter connected with the parish under consideration, and as ratepayers we have a perfect right to be in the vestry, and no one ought to make insinuations of that character at all—[Mr. Williams: No, no.] — we do uot mean to put our finger in the pie at all. I can tell you brethren, children, and friends— (laughter)—what has brought us here. The matter is connected with the overseers.—Mr. J. B. Davies, an overseer, said that the reason he cams there was because of a communication received from the Local Government Board.—Mr. W. M. Jones said that the Council had applied for additional powers, and they were under the impression that the vestry was going to deal with that matter. That was the reason he came there, and he thought that by so doing he would serve the parish.—Mr. Richard Gillart said that he would be sorry that any of the Nonconformists present that day should think that he had in the slightest degree any blame for their presence there, that day. His onlv object in bringing tKe matter forwa¥5rwS,B--i-68pectti)p eBf!o~ appointment of the churchwarden and he said again that the vestry was adjourned for the simple purpose of appointing a churchwarden, and nothing else could be discussed at that meeting. If Mr. Jones desired to discuss any matters connected with the parish he had a perfect right to call a special vestry, and he would be glad to attend. He again supported the proposition that the meeting be adjourned, and he thought that it was to be regretted that the Rector was not present.—Mr Davies Williams said that they were there in response to the notice. As parishioners and Non- conformists they had a perfect right to interfere with church matters as any of those gentlemen who attended the church. In this respect they had an equal right to interfere with the appointment of a churchwarden. Of course the churchwarden was a parish official, and therefore they were interested. The only difference was that they were parishioners that did not attend church and the others were parishioners "that did attend church. It was not their wish to interfere with the appointment, but if the churchmen could not agree they would have no objection in assi tine them. They had no objection to the postponement; perhaps it would be better that the meeting should be adjourned.—Dr Davies said that Mr Williams was under a wrong impression. The vestry was called for a special purpose. They were out of order in discussing anything not con- nected with the church. The motion had been seconded.—Mr J. Lewis: I press my proposition. Mr Williams said they were out of order in asking the Rector to attend.—Mr Lewis said that Mr Williams had already spoken two or three times and he as mover of the motion pressed for the vote to be taken.—In answer to Mr W. M. Jones Mr R Gillart said that a special vestry meeting could be called to discuss the other matters dealing with the parish when both church and chapel people could attend.—Mr W. M. Jones I don't like that term church and chapel.—Mr R. Gillart said that they would adhere to their contention that the vestry was adjourned only to deal with the churchwarden question.—The motion was then put and carried.
NEWTOWN.
NEWTOWN. MUSICAL SUCCESS. At an examination held in Shrewsbury on April 21st in connection with the London College of Music, Miss Sarah Jones (daughter of Mr T. Jones, Gilfach, Kerry), and Miss Florrie Smith (daughter of Mr F Smith, Kerry road, Newtown), were awarded first class certificates for theory of music, junior section. Miss Jones gained 94 marks, and Miss Smith 87 out of the possible 100. Miss Smith was also awarded a first class certificate for proficiency in pianoforte playing, intermediate section, having made 80 marks out of the 100, the pass mark in each case being 65. They are both pupils of Miss Minnie Clark, Newtown. AN AT HOME was held at the Congregational Church on Friday se'nnight.s Mr John Phillips presided, and in the course of his remarks mentioned the interesting fact that he had been connected with the Church for 72 years. The following officers were elected Treasurer, Mr D. Hamer secretary, Mr Thomas Rees; financial secretary, Mr J. W. Clayton and assistant financial secretary, Mr Maurice Jones. Mr E. H. Morgan was re- elected choir-master. The statement of accounts and balance sheet was read and adopted. A tea preceded Jie meeting, to which a large number sat down, their wants being attended to by Mrs D. Hamr Mrs D. Evans, Mrs Tom Rees, Miss Dixon, Mrs H. Roberts, and Mrs Williams, Severn-street. A very enjoyable evening was spent. JUNIOR LEAGUE MEDALS.—The presentation of the medals in the Junior League competition, generously given by Mr W. E. Pryce-Jones, and won by the Newtown Half Holiday team, took place at the head quarters of the team, the Pheaaut Inn, on Friday se'nnight. The club took this opportunity of holding their first annual dinner, and Mr and Mrs Jones supplied them with an excellent repast. The president of the club, Mr C. M. Kershaw, presided, and Mr F. R. Hall occupied the vice-chair. Mr Hall proposed the health of the Half Holiday Club, which was enthusiastically re- ceived, and responded to by Mr D. Harris (the captain). The Chairman submitted the Newtown and District Juuior Football League, and also presented the medals to the members of the club. Mr Fred R. Lloyd ^expressed an apology for the absence of Mr W. E. Pryce-Jones. The healths of the president, vice-president, the secretary ofl the club (Mr Roberts), and the host and hostess were heartily responded to. Songs were sung during the evening by Messrs W. Barratt, R Jones (Star), F. R. Hall, F. P. Keay, Alf Syars, R. Thomas, E. Hughes, F. Glover, V. Neighbour, etc., and a most enjoyable evening was spent. Mr H. Randall, of Oswestry, very ably accompanied on the piano. LLANFAIR. tbe INTERMEDIATE EDUCATION. — A meeting ot OU Managers of the Intermediate School was Friday, the 15th inst., wlwn there were present John Jehu (chairman), Mrs Reed, Rectory; Miss Morgan, Manchester House; Griffith, Lower Hall; Rev. T. Jeffrey Jones, ■ vicar; Dr. Humphreys, Messrs. W. The0 Samuel Ellis, C. W. Humphreys, aud W. Storyt sec.—It was reported that Col. Harrison, of ^0lJ howel, had signified his intention to give a p°r J of the Neuodd Ucha field for a site and ph*yg*'°u is for the permanent school. The proposed si beautifully situated on the left-hand side ot u- main road leading to Welshpool, and adjoins llan laud.—Mr. W. Theodore proposed that best thanks of the Managers be given to Co o Harrison for his handsome gift of an acre ant Jd quarter of land. The gallant Colonel, when ¡¡1 how thankful they at Llanfair felt to (Ie for his nDble gift, said he had a verv JiLO number of friends at Llanfair. This HOhit) deed on his part would cement that trien' 0 even more and increase the number of 1 friends (bear, hear). That handsome giffc to placed them under a deep debt of gratitude Col. Harrison, and if the gentry generally were 0 to contribute a small fraction of vvi.au he had^ their school wjuid be shortly in a m-ist flourish! condition (applause). Rev T. Jeffrey J Left seconded the motion, which was heartily supo by the chairman and others, and carried with ea s- plause.—A letter was read from Mr Humphry Owen, M.P., on the question of site exPresS1(Vifiu £ t the opinion that the Ltenfair managers had u to fear that the Charity Commissioners wonlf'- any advantage of any technical error on the part p i the managers.—A letter was read from Mr G. W. Harrison informing the managers that the II °r9th. N. Bruce would inspect the school on May The following managers were appointed 10 yf. the inspector: Mrs Reed, Rev T. J..Tones, Theodore, Dr Humphreys, Miss Morgan, Sir )f| and Mr C. W. Humphreys. The headm^3 report and the communication from ths ^^jeS Governing Body as to scholarships and were referred to a committee, consisting 0 Humphreys, Mr W. Theodore, the headmaster, secretary.—The Chairman reported on behalf0 fii'8 Collection Committee, which had met at t}¡8 o'clock that day, arrangements were made for collection of the district early in Mr C. W. Humphreys, the Headmaster, to the Secretary were appointed a prepare a draft of an application form a stipulation on the part of the parent not to draw any without having first given months' notice in writing. It was stated several scholars had left at the end of the without any notice whatever. Orders were -ggi for the payment of bills.—The Chairman that Rev T. Jeffrey Jones, M.A.. be elect«*^ e man, and Mr W. Theodore, Vice-chairman, :fjtlf1' ensuing year.—Dr Humphreys seconded the B1 .I —The Vicar said he felt he was not in a of owing to weak health to undertake the dutl- the chair, but if it was the unanimous wish 0 Managers he was quite willing to do all b0 c in the interests of the School The motIon d g, carried nem. con.—Mr C. W. Humphreys ifi vote cf thanks to Mr Jehu for the excellent waø.it which he had conducted the business of the tbe and for the gi nat interest he had taken lU'tiOfJ, School generally.—Tha Vicar seconded the ^j, which was carried with applause.—The Chtllfd be in returning thanks, said he hoped he con u M v more useful to the School in future tba had been abe to be in the past,
FORDEN BOARD^OF GUAR#/A$
FORDEN BOARD^OF GUAR#/A$ The fortnightly meeting of this authority held on Thursday, Co!. W. J. Twyford PieSrS, V»' Those present were Rev. W. Sawer, Prvce (vice-chairman), E. R. Owen, W. W. Davies, F. Langford, R. Gwilliam, J. E. Price, E. H. Morris, and E. Davies, witb A C. S. Pryce (clerk), and J. E. Tomley (frO clerk's office). „ THE MARRIED COUPLES' OT&V* joW* The Clerk read a'letter from the St*, Union, Hampstead, calling the Guardians JjtK tion to what they considered to be an abuSe Married Couples' Order. They cited an in which a man of 66 years of age married a ^$0 64 years of age, who were, and are, inirla^e3afri9$f house, and that immediately after their 03 .&Jl o> Hill claimed for himself and his wife Pos9e90gjd^ one of the rooms which were erected 0 ijog jj able expense for married couples. The if the Guardians was that these rooms getJf only for the use of couples who had JIve r" "'2, A. "f:_ tBeoirct1Ulstan. 1 1;hem to the paMsh &n<t t C\\}¡ when the law was made under which *^Ted, °\ apartments were provided, it was jipP10' anticipated that these apartments would jjo^ priated to persons already inmates of the fo who should go through the marriage ceTe^a»t^ the purpose of obtaining more comfortable H fl1ef than those enjoyed by their fellow inmatStiOt1 0 Board, wishing to have an official interpl'etf' the law appealed to the Local g and received a reply to the effect, That Jeep^, referred to must be permitted to occupy a room in the married people's quarters, ,» J associate when not at work or at JJl. øIØ t seemed to the Board that if tblSof example should incite other inmates and other workhouses to act in like ostlfi the consequences would be inconvenient ig °d The Board therefore suggested that :Bo:øe Guardians should petition the Government 0 ofJ Jz$ the law so that each case might be dealt wl o merits, and Guardians be enabled either refuse the use of a room in the married quarters to persons who had been married of teS1¡ residence in the House or within six month i deuce.—Rev W. Sawer said if they did not s receive circulars they would never get the t tlIJJ1 1:1 d nO t" of representative public men. He did ^0pt they ought to refuse to consider circular this Board. The present circular referred uncommon case.—Mr E. R. Owen said h with the object of the circular, and it was t tJo to communicate with the Local Governmell S accordingly. a THE AMALGAMATION OF WORKI* This matter again came up for con:3:tet fro e- consequent upon the receipt of another IOO",eJ1 the Caersws Board of Guardians.—Mr to t- marked that there was no doubt, accor figures given by Mr Cornelius Morgan 1 Qefi* 0i ing the idea at the last meeting of th1f Union, that the amalgamation of the wor the county would be a good thing. It w»s of^oi that required looking into, and he was 0 r that they ought to pass a resolution 111 oi appointing a committee representativ0 county to go fully into the matter. The J!lOont doubt that their officials took a large a money which ought to be in the farmers > Mr Langford thought they were not q^1 r^ei j{ the question yet, whilst Mr Pritchard SpreSe seeing there were so few Guardians P of would be better to defer the considera 1 letter.—This was agreed to. i* RECREATION GROUNDS FOR lNJfi0D The Chairman observed thut the. ques fa reorø, at a previous meeting of the desirability g0. tter, tion gronnd for the old women in the te xlIø. tl1' had since spoken to the Master uP°nf oDt oi and he suggested that the ground in House would be under the constant obs v0d JJ# himself and the matron.—Mr Owen the men had a very nice place, and ^ro$ reason why the old women should not 0^[a for. He moved that steps be taken ™ recreation ground for the old women- be ford seconded, and it was agreed to. Mr IPritchard moved that Dr. aent aS r if given notice to terminate his engagenJ V vaccinator for so much of his distric ^jj-ict- eluded in the Berriew medical officer s Owen seconded, and it was resolved. gave notice that they make a fresh aP" month hence.. g,g MISCELLANEOUS. t wee ifJ!lt The number in the Home for the g9 89 against 92 last year; second^ wee '» 96. Vagrants relieved: First eek, -^gt Ljgb 115 last year, and second week, 66 ag J. The out-relief administerea durino was as follows:—Welshpool distric gp Fortune, £12 14s 8d to 77 recipient; to 64, t district, per Mr R. Tomley, £ H -f to 14. ø.bOfJ, Worthen district, per Mr Oliver, £1 ted tbaø ref The Master (Mr W. Downes) repor ded t og'lJl 60 of the inmates and children attell d thOrO joicings at Caer; owel on Wednesday all enjoyed themselves. ^nUNClIt'eld CHIRBURY DISTRICT The monthly meeting uf this tbef Thuisday, Mr E. H. Morns PfflSs, also present Messrs E. Price. W. ,^r C• i J. Whittaker, and R. Gwilliam, jytr grC (clerk), Dr Thursfield (medical otno i* Hole and Mr T. b; on the motion of Mr Whittaker, se ye Pryce, that Dr Thursfield be reap)4s 4d officer of health at a salary of lot&V > o> this being the apportionment ot neration.—The question of t^ice e, surveyor for the-district of W o:rth r»eetl^ £ resigned, was postponed to the ju& the appointment of a successor wi was all the business, J