Welsh Gazette and West Wales Advertiser

Proposed Agricultural Show IN ——— A meeting of farmers and others was held on Monday afternoon, at the Did Biack Lion Hotel, Bridge-street, for the of considering the advisability of holding an agricultural show for 'berystwyth and district J'here was a large attendance, amongst those present- being Messrs Lewis Pryce, Aberllolwyn uM Powell, Xanteos; Rufus Williams, Parry, Glanoai h ;Roberts, Blaen- ader; Evan Richards, Penuweh Richard Rich- ards, Gwarfelin; J. E. James, and R. K. Jenkins, 'Aberystwyth; Joseph Parry, lvllwyd, Morgan, "^T^rosswood; R. Williams, veieii.jary surgeon; James Jones, Tyllwyd; Richards, Peneraig; Morgans, Lodge Farm, Davies, Ystradteilo; Jenkins, Aberllol- wyn; Walters, Gorse; Hen y Matthews, Old Black Lion; Jenkin Davies, Blaenpennal; Rowlands, Cwmheulog, &c. Mr Evan Richard, t'enliwch, was voted to the chair. The Chairman explained that at the preliminary meeting, held the previous week. the information they desired was whether the balance at the bank from the show held about fifteen years ago would be available, should it be decided to bold another show. A committee was then appointed to make enquiries. Mr E. Powell said he had written to Mr Morris Davies asking him if there was a balance and how much, and whether it will be available for another show. He had received a reply from Mr Davies, who said that if the attempt to start an agricultural show was a bona fide one, he thought that the money now in Sir Pryse Pryse's, Lord Lisburne's, and his names, would be available, Speaking for himself, be had stuck to it for this very purpose, as he had all alontf hoped to see another show established. The balance in hand was £ 67 12s. 7d., inclusive of interest, up to April 15th, 1897. Mr Powell said he had also written to Sir Pryse, but no reply had been received from him, probably because he had been awav. The Chairman said it se«-ine< that they could utilise the balance at bank. The district covered by the last show was the w holt- of Cardigan- shire and the parish of Machynlleth, though in: farm and green crops the 1;1' it, were re- stricted. Mr R. K. Jenkins wished to know upon what scale it was intended to carry on the iiow. The Chairman said nothing had yet been d cided. Mr Jenkins said the money at the :¡:k was not enough to carry on the show The Chairman said in all the shows already held no one was allowed to exhibit unless he paid a sub- scription proportionate to his rental. Mr Jenkins said the members' .>tib>f ripl ions for the 1883 show amounted to E205 15s thought they should form a committee an I approach the land- owners, to ascertain what financial support they would accord. Mr Joseph Parry proposed, in order to put the meeting in order, that they form a society, to be called the North Cardiganshire Agricultural Society and that a how be held. Mr Morgan, Lodge Farm, seconded. The Chairman, said that at the previous meet- ing two propositions were made, one that the show be held at Aberystwyth and that the show be held at Llanilar, but no decision was arrived at, the whole question being deferred. Mr Parry's resolution, on being put to the meeting, was unanimously carried. The appointment of a president was the next business, and Mr Hufus Williams proposed Mr Powell (senior), Nanteos, who was the president of the last show held in 1883—On being put to the meeting the proposition was unanimously agreed to- Mr R. J. R. Loxdale. Castle Hill. was then ap- pointed vice-president, and Messrs. J. E. James, Pryce (Aberllolwyn), Williams and Hughes (Aber- maide). Richards (Penuwch),and Parry (Glanpaith), were appointed managers. The following were elected on the Executive Committee :—Messrs Mor- gan, Lorlge Farm Rufus Williams, Pursy, Tyllwyd; E. H. Davies, Ystradtcilo: Powell, junior, Nanteos; Gardiner. Crosswood Major John Lonsall. Fron- fraith Jones, Cefnlhvynpiod: Richard Richards, Gwarfelin; Hugh Edwards, Aberystwyth; F. R. Roberts, Pemvern; Lloyd Lewis, N.P., Dunk, Aber- ystwyth; Simon Lewis, Glanrafon Richards, Cefnhendre; and James, Brynllys. Mr R. K Tenkins was pressed to take the secretaryship, but he declined. Mr J. E. J.:mes afterwards c onsented j to take the office pro. tem, and Mr R J. Rees, N. and S. Wales Bank, was appointed treasurer. it I

Tawyn and Aberdove\, 1 Urban District COVAC mi « il Wcis bcld on The monthly meeting of this Co- T when Friday last at the Pvhce Stat H he' (1'11 the there were nresent Mr W T,les Hu?hes (in the totre were present .Mr W- John Roberts, J. i rSrS u Avails, Arthur TomHns, Maethlon James, Henr^ RowkndS) D N Kirkby \r 0ne>i)aniel Edwards, with W. R. Meredith Jones, ar T, Davies (clerk), '.Barnett (assistant clerk), Di Bonner P' Mor-an (survey°r)- and John Jo-s (inspector). ROAD MAINTENANCE. deputation, consisting of Messrs Parry and p oerts, appeared in support of the proposal that .ne Council take over the Crynllwyn-road, Llan- egryn. The Clerk said as far as he could find out the Council.bad never repaired this highway. -Alr.Parry had also informed him that he remembered the time when it was not a public road at all. The road had now become of much utility and conveni- ence on accouut of the Tonfannau station and quarry, and the farmers considered it unjust that they should have to keep this road in repair for people outside. He suggested that the farmers should put the road in proper repair, and then the Council could consider the matter of taking over the road. After a short discussion, th Towyn Committee and surveyor were asked to visit the place and re- ort to the next meeting. EXTRAORDINARY TRAFFIC. A letter was read from Mr Richard Owen, timber merchant, Machynlleth, stating that the damage he liad caused by hauling timber over the road from Gessel to Towyn was very little, and he was sorry he could not see his way clear to contributed anything. He considered timber contributed to the maintenance of the road through being rated before being cut, and for that reason he considered he was free. The Clerk said the Council could not make a claim, unless the timber was carried in excessive weights. Mr D. C. Davies said more weight than usual had'been carried over the road, and therefore, there had been excessive traffic. He thought there was a scale by which only a certain weight could be carried on a certain width of wheel. The Clerk replied that that came under the Locomotives Act, but did not apply to horse traction. The Surveyor said if the traffic had been of an ordinarYDature, he would not have had to attend to the road at all at the present time. Mr Davies asked whether the surveyor could give an idea of the weight carried on each carriage. The Surveyor said he estimated it at about four to six tons. It was eventually decided to refer the matter to the Aberdovey Committee, and that the surveyor prepare an estimate of the extra cost incurred owing to the additional traffic. INSPECTOR'S REPORT. Mr John Jones, inspector of nuisances, reported he had visited the National School, and found that the drain connected with the urinal was blocked, and that there was a quantity of filth in the urinal, which was a source of nuisance. He had in- spected the place again, and found nothing bad been done to abate the nuisance. It was decided to call the attention of the managers to the defect in the drainage. TOWYN COMMITTEE. The Towyn Committee, which met on Feb 20th, reported that Mr Jones, Monumental Works, Mach- ynlleth, had written acquainting the Council of his willingness to have the railing in front of Geufron House removed on condition that the Council pro- vided proper access to the cellar, and also refixed stone slabs in front of his property. The com- mittee having met on the spot, it was resolved that the surveyor make an estimate of the cost of providing iron gratings to open and close together with the other necessary work. Tenders were re- ceived from Mr Wm Th,omas, and Messrs D. and J. Daniel for the supply of water pipes and fittings for extension of water main to Penbrynmawr. The latter's tender, being the lowest, was accepted. It had been resolved that the proposed loan of Z2000 for the purchase of Braichyrhiwbe increased by Z100 to cover the expense of making the exten- sion to Penbrynmawr. At a meeting held on February 23rd the committee decided to remove the railings in front of Geufron House, after having had an assurance from the clerk that the Council would not be responsible in case of an accident owing to the gratings being left open. It was resolved to write the owner, asking for a contribu- tion toward the cost of concreting in front of the houses. The plans of improvements to Gwalia and Neptune roads were returned from Mr Corbett, together with a letter stating that they had been approved, and that be (Mr Corbett) would give the necessary land to carry them out on the condition that the Council put a fence up. The letter also stated that the plan of the improvement in Brook- street would be considered further on, when Mr Hall would visit the place with the surveyor. It was resolved to thank Mr Corbett for these valuable concessions, and it was resolved that the work be proceeded with after the Council and Mr Corbett's agent bad approved the line of fence. Mr Yates (surveyor), and Mr Thomas (clerk), appeared on behalf of the Talyllyn Railway Company regarding the water supplied to their locomotives. From a statement made it seems that the water was put on in July, 1895, under a mis- apprehension, and that there was no intention to commit a breach of the byelaws in any shape or form. The Committee recommended that the sum of £3 3a per annum be accepted for water used by the locomotives, or, if the company preferred, the Council would supply water by metre at the cost of Is per 1.000 gallons. At a. further meeting of the Committee, held on March 1st, a letter was read from Mr Jones, owner of Geufron House, offering to contribute the sum of Z2 towards the cost cf concreting the footpath, and it was decided to carry out the work. A letter having been read from the Talyllyn Railway Company, it was resolved that the water be supplied for locomotives through a metre at a cost of Is per 1,000 gallons. Plans of a new hotel and stables to be erected at Cross Pipes, Bryncrug, for Mr J. Pugh, were not approved of, on the ground that they did not con- form with the byelaws. The tender of Mr Thomas W. Smith for iron grating being the lowest, was accepted. The Committee having decided to in- crease the level of the road in Corbett-square, it was decided to apply to Mr Corbett, proprietor of the Corbett Arms Hotel, to contribute a sum of £5 towards the cost of the work. ABERDOVEY COMMITTEE. The Surveyor, in his report upon the Aberdovey Ward, said the portion of the road near the mill had now been covered with macadam. Mr Edward Morgan had met him at the New Hotel, and an arrangement was'arrived at regarding the surface water. Mr Morgan had made a very good start, but the work was now not proceeding. He had, however, temporarily stopped the water damaging the road. The Surveyor said he had examined the catchpits recently made for intercepting the gravel that was worked down to the drains, and found they all worked satisfactorily. The Aberdovey Com- mittee reported that the drain from the Board School leaked, and on inspection it was fownd that the joints were made of clay. It was resolved that the joints be cemented, and that a further length be opened and made good. An application made by the Surveyor for permission to appoint a fore- man to take charge of the men employed with the steam roller in the absence was granted. The Surveyor expressed his wih that. a commitee should meet him near the reservoir so as to thoroughly investigate the question of making an arrange- u ment whereby the water could be used regularly for flushing purposes. The Committee decided to meet on the 13th intit. I RURAL WARD COMMITTEE. Only one member of this committee (Mr John Roberts) attended at. Ceunant Coch to view the proposed improvement to the road at this point. The main road is only seven feet wide for a long distance, with a dangerous ditch on one side unprotected. It was decided that the surveyor should see Captain Kirkby. and ask him to grant the land necessary to widen the road. The question of widening and improving the dangerous curve at Efailfeurig had been gone into with Mr Jones, agent of the Peniarth estate. Mr Jones agreed to confirm the lixe marked out by the surveyor, on condition that the tenant was compensated for the loss he sustained in having a valuable fruit tree removed. The report was adopted, and Mr D N Kirkby was added to the committee. MEDICAL OFFICEITS AXXUAL REPORT. The Medical Officer presented his annual report, but as it only treated of the period from Nov. 9th, when Dr Bonner took office, it was decide to write to Dr Bone, the late medical officer, asking him to suoply the information necessary for the completion of the report. THE EX-SURVEYOR. Mr E. L. R owlands, on. behalf of the Finance Committee, brought forward the question of the cx-surveyor (Mr Edmunds), and his accounts. Several bills had not been paid, and they did not know what steps should be taken so as to get the matter settled. The Finance Committee was very anxious to get the books made up. The Chairman said he had '-ce"l1 Mr Edmunds, ilio informed him that he claimed E31 from the Council but he had £ 26 odd in hand. He had received the £ 26, which was due to the Council, and bad kept that amount for his own use, thinking it was not right to leave £31 in the hands of the Council. Mr Tomlins: Where did he receive this zE26 from The Chairman I did not examine the account, but I saw one large amount paid by Mr Gillart. I think it was Z17. The Clerk pointed out that Mr Edmunds claimed an his cash account the sum of Lll 16s 6d. After further discussion, it was decided, on the motion of Mr E. L. Rowlands, seconded by Mr Edwards, that Mr Edmunds be asked to meet the officials of the Council, so as to go into the matter and have it settled forthwith. It was also decided that the surveyor and the different committees should enquire what accounts had been paid. Mr E. L. Rowlands gave notice that he would move at the next meeting that the question of the recipt and payment of money by officials of the Council be considered. PURCHASE OF BRAICHYRHIW FARM. It was decided to make application to the Local Government Board for permission to borrow £2,100 for the purchase of Braichyrhiw far for the pur- poses of the water scheme. The question of the period for which the loan should be granted was considered, and Mr Maeth- Ion James proposed that they ask the Board to grant them 30 years for repayment. Mr Daniel Edwards said a public meeting had been held at Towyn., and it was decided there that the loan should oe spread over a period of 60 years. He had prepared some figures which showed that the total payment, by paying in 30 years, including interest, would be E3,145 in 40 years, £ 3,726; and in 50 year, E4,441 13s. He seconded Mr J. Maethlon James that they apply for the loan for 30 years. This was put to the meeting, and unanimously agreed to. WELSH SUNDAY CLOSING BILL. The Council passed a resolution in favour of the Welsh Sunday Closing Amendment Bill.

LAMPETER. TOWN COUNCIL. The Council met for its monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 6th, present, Prof. H. Walker (mayor), presiding; Aldermen John Jones, J. Ernest Lloyd, and D. T. Jones, Councillors Evan Dayies, Joseph Davies, D. H. Evans, Thomas Hughes, and Arthur Price, with Messrs D. Lloyd (clerk), E. D. Rees (assistant clerk), and R. W. Jones (surveyor and inspector). ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. The Mayor read letters from the Home Office and Whitehall replying to the vote of sympathy passed by the Council on the death of the late Queen.: SOLDIERS AND SAILORS FAMILIES ASSOCIATION. The Mayor said he was in hopes of being able to submit a complete statement of the progress of his scheme to aid the Soldiers and Sailors Families Association Fund, but had been prevented from doing so by a few outstanding subscribers. The amount already collected was a little over £ 40— (hear, hear)—the response on the whole proving to be an exceedingly gratifying one. PROPOSED GIRLS' SECONDARY SCHOOL. With regard to the secondary education scheme enquiry, held a short time ago, the Mayor said that at present affairs were distinctly hopeful, satisfactory reports having been forwarded the Cardiganshire and Carmarthen County Governing Bodies. SURVEYOR'S REPORT. The Surveyor subhitted his monthly report, which stated that several new drains had been constructed during the previous month. Owners of houses were now becomiug more anxions to have their drains laid systematically and were realizing it to be a necessity in the erection of healthy dwellings. The Council should consider the best method of placing Market-street in a more satis- factory sanitary condition. A nuisance was caused in High street on Feb. 19th by the deposit of stable manure upon the pavement opposite the Crown Inn, High street. He spoke to the owner as well as to the purchaser of the nuisance which he pointed out was an offence against the bylaws. A very serious occurrence happened on the Friday previous owing to one of the drain covers of the Gorsddu falling into the the Dulas, causing the sewage to be to a certain extent blocked, the sewage consequently percolated into the cellar of Rhoslwyn causing serious inconvenience. During a heavy rain on the following day a recurrence of the nuisance was experienced although the drain was free from any blockages, it thus being a proof that drains should be constructed watertight and that cellars should not be built below drains. It was desirable to have the outlet of this sewer removed further down the Dulas so as to prevent further damage to the field through which the stream runs. The slaughter house was regularly inspected nd found clean. No infectious disease had occurad during the previous month in the town. A second notice had been served upon the occupier of Brongest Farm to prune the roadside hedges adjoiding hit property. The shed for which a tender was accepted at the previous meeting had been completed and constructed in strict accordance with the plans and specifications. The water supply of the town was very satisfactory. The Markets Committee had not met during the past month and repairs were necessary. The Mayor remarked that the town was certainly improving, the report showing that tenants had learnt to respect the instructions of the Inspector and to comply with the bylaws.— The alleged nuisance caused in High-street by the deposit of manure on the pavement would be dealt with by the borough magistrates at their next sessions. Mr Ernest Lloyd pointed out that the Dulas sewer, which they were forced to admit was not in any way satisfactory; ran through private property. They should, not delay communicaiing with the owners of the land and decide whether it was a drain or a sewer. If the latter, then it was their duty to remedy the existing defect. If the owner of the land claimed it to be a drain, that person was the responsible party for its repair. Mr J. Jones said he thought that something should be done forthwith, and he suggested that the sewer should be moved about 200 yards from Rhosllwyn. Mr Evan Davies said Mr D. W.'Jones had the idea of building a few houses on that spot, but it was abandoned owing to this very sewer. It was afterwards agreed that the clerk should write to Mr Harford asking him whether the drain was public or private property, and whether he would object to their removing the outlet as sug- gested by Mr Jones. The Surveyor submitted an estimate of repairs necessary to be carried out at the Market- place. It was agreed, on the proposition of Mr Tivy Jones, seconded by Mr Evan Davies, that the work should be done forthwith. BRIDGE STREET. A letter was road from the Post Office authori- ties, agreeing to place a letter-box in Bridge-street, and the Council now decided that it be attached to one of the lamp posts. COMMITTEE REPORTS. Mr J. E. Lloyd said that a meeting of the Finance Committee was called for the previous evening, but only Mr Daniel Evans and himself were present. They examined the bills and they were quite satisfied that they were quite correct. The bills recommended for payment were then passed. Mr John Jones presented the report of the Streets Committee which stated that the tenders of the Gloster Pennant Stone Company had- been accepted for the supplying of kerb stone. Mr Arthur Price submitted the report of the Slaughter-House Committee, which stated that the committee had decided to rent the slaughter- house to soriiePin(Iii-i(itial, as it did not pay It proved unremunerative every year, and last year they were E4 odd in debt. At present these butchers paid £ 10 each for the use of it. Mr J. E. Lloyd was of opinion that it should not be rented. Large sums had been spent lately in repairs, &c., and it would, no doubt, come more repairs, &c., and it would, no doubt, come more remunerative now. Mr J. Jones said that if the slaughter-house was rented, it would not be looked after so well as at present. He remembered being called down on one occasion when it was rented, and it was then in a very filthy condition. He would move that the fees now paid by the butchers be re-adjusted. Eventually, the matter was referred back to the committee for further consideration. Mr Evan Davies submitted the report of the Water and Fire Brigade Committee, which recom- mended the Council to advertise for a second-hand fire engine, capable of throwing eighty to ninety gallons of water per minute. Also to advertise for ladders and other accessories, and for twelve volunteers as firemen, the men to include builders, carpenters, &c, at Is. each per drill. Mr Evan Davies said that the engine would cost about £120. excluding the ladders, &c., which would amount to about another £ 27. Mr Tivy Jones seconded the committee's recom- mendation, and it was agreed that £27 be voted for the purchasing of ladders, kc. APPOINTMENT. Mr Evan Davies proposed the re-appointment of Mr Rhys W. Jones as inspector of nuisance for the ensuing year. Mr A. Pri:;e seconded. Mr J. E. Lloyd said £6 or £7 extra was given Mr Jones forservicesinlconnection with the waterworks. Mr Jones' salary as inspector was only F,45, and he would move that the salary be increased to £ 52 a year, as he had done his work most creditably in the past. Mr Tivy Jones seconded. Mr John Jones said Mr Jones had proved himself I a very efficient officer, and had done his work most satisfactorily. The Mayor: Yes, most excellently. Mr Lloyd's proposition was unanimously carried, and Mr Jones thanked the members for their kind expressions. STREET OBSTRUCTION. P.S. Thomas and P.C. Williams reported four persons for wheeling barrows and other convey- ances on the pavements. It was resolved that the surveyor take proceed- ings against the offenders at the next sessions. OVERSEERS. Mr Evan Davies and Mr Daniel Evans were re- appointed overseers for the ensuing twelve months. DRAINAGE OF PETERWELL TERRACE. The Mayor read a petition signed by all the tenants of Peterwell-terrace expressing a desire that their dwellings should be in some way con- nected with a drainage system, it being at present in a bad state of insanitation. Mr Evan Davies remarked that he referred to that question at the annual banquet, when he said that the work of connecting these houses with the mains would have to carried out sooner or later. Mr Joseph Davies said that at present the tenants threw their waste water out on the roadway where it caused a nuisance and was very unhealthy. Mr Ernest Lloyd thought that a report of their whole system should be drawn up by the Inspector when all such defects would be pointed out. The drainage of Peterwell-terrace would have to include the drainage of the Common also. The Mayor: That is obvious. On the proposition of Mr Joseph Davies, the matter was referred back to the Streets Committee for their opinion as Lo the best means of remedying the existing defect. THE PROPOSED NEW ASSEMBLY ROOM. The Mayor drew attention to the proposed erection of a new assembly room. Since the previous meeting when a good deal of discussion was raised, he had been trying to devise some scheme by which the erection of a suitable building could be made easy. He had come to the conclusion that to carry out a scheme and that substantially they would have to fix their minds upon an expenditure of about £ 1,800 pounds. Even if they allowed for the £250, which was at present in the hands of the Eisteddfod Committee, they would have to raise an additional £ 1,500, notwithstanding the possibilities of its perhaps having to be raised by loan. When that power was exhausted they would have to rely upon the balance being ac- counted for by their own liberality and exertions. The question upon which they had to fix their minds was how were they to raise the sum required and if raised by what means and conditions. It was in the power of Lampeter to secure the sum and that on two conditions which were, that each of them should be prepared and willing to stand loyally together, to act unitedly, respect the decision of the vote whatever it may:be in which was to be entrused the power of settling numerous questions which would aiise, and not for example take offence because the whole were decided to be of a certain opinion whereas another thought otherwise and went about denouncing bis fellow, for if they were going to act in that manner the sooner the whole subject was dropped the better. He was forced to confess that he had been warned that ltat was the history of all things at Lampeter to which he had replied that he would believe it when he saw it. So far whilst a member of the Council he had always experienced loyal help- (hear, hear,)—as he now threw his personal opinions into the melting pot and asked them to do the samr He expected them to use all the influence they had in the town if they were to move forward in their project to induce others to respect the decisions of the body entrusted with the power of giving decisions They should do everything possible to secure the prevalence of the views they thought best when they voted and not take offence, but loyally do their duty and help forward the scheme with which they were connected. Public opinion would fix upon the proper shoulders the failures and difficulties which would arise. That then was the first difficulty to be overcome before the Lampeter Assembly Room entered upon their view and was realised, for without universal willingness the scheme was useless. They were on the whole a poor community, not having what could be called a wealthy personage in the county who would fear- lessly hand [over to them a £ 1,000. The debt would have to be borne, if borne at all, only by the joint efforts absolutely of the inhabitants ac- cording to his or her—for there would not be any distinction of sex or age—degree of means, for all would have to put a shoulder to the wheel. There were two conditions laid down if the scheme was to succeed. Was Lampeter prepared to lay down and put aside all sectarianism, to erect an assembly room with the sweat of their own faces andbtain? If so, they would find the building to be more valuable and successful in every way. (Hear, hear.) Some twenty years ago he knew something of North Wqles and he was particularly struck with the universal feeling of enthusiasm that was experienced in favour of having a college at Aberystwyth. That College was endowed with the subscriptions of the working class of Wales. (Hear, hear.) There was not a quarryman at Festiniog or Bethesda who had not contributed his shilling, nor a servant girl who had not spared her pence, and they felt that the University College at Aberystwyth had been built by them und was their college, many of the children very likely of those parents who helPfti to build it being now students there. Could not that enthusiasm be applied to their case ? Why should not they adopt as their ideal rhe Lampeter assembly room must be built by the people of Lampeter." Econ- omists calculated that the average income of every soul in the United Kingdom amounted to P,30 or £40 per head. Suppose they place the average of their cummunity at L25 per head, as they were but a rural community, it would give an income of £ 5,000, a small portion of which if devoted to that scheme would soon wipe away any dfeficiency. He had been preaching a great deal with regard to their duty. He was not a preacher and it did not come altogether agreeable to him. but if the work of his brain was of use to Lampeter it was at its service-(hear, bear)-or if he could do anything in the way of lecturing and was enabled to raise funds, those funds would be entirely devoted towards the assembly room scheme. (Applause.) He emphatically repeated that if they were to succeed, they must unite and for once unsectarianise themselves for the purpose, after which be did not think they could fail. (Applause). Mr Tivy Jones thought the Council as a whole were indebted to the Mayor for the thoughtful manner in which he had detailed the scheme to them. If the Council could be imbued with the enthusiasm which the Mayor possessed they would soon see the assembly room erected. Some suggestion should be made as to the best means of getting at the feelings of the town generally. The effects of his obervation of his countrymen was that in the name of denominationalism kloo could be easily raised whilst the greatest difficulty would be experienced ip raising L50 for anything undenominational. Mr Ernest Lloyd suggested the appointment o a committee of three to deal with the matter fully and that in the meantime each councillor should test his neighbours' views on the scheme. Mr Joseph Davies failed to see that such a large mountain obstructed their path. To him the scheme was quite feasible. Mr Arthur Price remarked that his friend Mr Evan Davies had offered £ 5. Mr Davies: Mr Price has offered P,5, and I know of a gentleman, a jeweller by trade, in Harford- square, who has made a promise of £10. The Mayor: If it keeps on like that it will soon be over. The Clerk said his offers were always rejected. When a man offered a site free, it was not likelv that be would renew the offer when once rejected" The Mayor: I suppose it was rejected for some inscrutable reason. Mr John Jones proposed that a committee be appointed to confer with the Eisteddfod Committee and decide once and for all. Mr Joseph Davies seconded the proposition. On the Mayor saying it was an excellent sug- gestion, this was agreed to. The Mayor. Messrs Joseph Davies and Arthur Price were then appointed to meet the Eisteddfod Committee. EXPENDITURE ON MAIN ROADS. The Local Government Board wrote enclosing a communication forwarded them by Mr H. C. Fryer, clerk to the County Council, which was as follows:—" Adverting to the Board's letter on the subject, of the claim made by the Lampeter Town Council in respect of their expenditure upon pave- ments along main roads, I think it is well to inform you that the County Finance Committee to whom this matter was referred will meet on March 6tii to consider the question. Their report, together with the Board's letter, will be read before the County Council at their meeting to be held on March 21st. I hope that an offer will then be made to the Town Council that they can accept, and that the intervention of the Board will not be needed. Should the parties, however, fail to come to an agreement, the County Council will welcome a public enquiry." The Chairman was instructed to write to Mr H. C. Fryer asking why no notice that action was to be taken in the matter had been forwarded to the Council. BOARD OF GUARDIANS. The fortnightly meeting of this Board was held on Friday, when there were present. Mr David Davies, Velindre (chairman), the Rev R. C. Jones, Lampeter (vice-chairman) Messrs T. H. R. Hughes, Llanwnen B. J. Evans, Llanfairclydogau; Lewis Davies, Gelly: David Price, Lampeter rural: John Davies, Lampeter # urban William Jones, Llangybi; J. G. Marsden, Silian; Samuel Davies, Bettws Bledrws; Thomas Evans and Evan Davies, Ittiosycorii David Davies Cellan James Jones and Evan Davies, Llanwenog David Evans and Thomas Evans, Pencarreg: John Thomas and D. H. James, Llanllwni; John Davies, Llany- byther the Rev T. C. Edmunds, Trefilan with the Messrs David Lloyd (clerk), E. DRees (assistant clerk), David Parry and David Evans (relieving Qfficers), STATISTICS. The amount of out-relief arlministcred during the past fortnight per Mr David Parry in the Lampeter district was P,,33 12s 5d to 127 paupers, per Mr David Evans, for the LIany byther district, 239 16s Id to 129 paupers. Number of inmates in the house, 22 corresponding period last year, 19. Number of vagrants relieved during the past fortnight, 30. MATRON'S REPORT. The Matron reported that on the 22nd lilt. a casual named William Williams, was admitted into the house, and another casual, named Hugh Hughes, on the 4th inst. On the 4tli inst, a casual named George Danford, was discharged from the House, able to proceed on his journey, On the 5th inst she was married to James Evans, Bucking- ham-place, Lampeter, The report was adopted. APPOINTMENT OF MASTER AND MATRON. The chief bnsinesss of the meeting was the appointment of master and matron for the work- house. Seventeen asplications had been received these being as follows -Mr and Mrs Evan Thomas, Castle Gardens, St Fagans; Mr and Mrs John Bowen, Llandyssul; Mr and Mrs E. LI. Jones, Llanybyther Mr and Mrs John Davies. Cwmdare Mr and Mrs David Jones, Aberayron; Mr and Mrs D. C. Evans, Lampeter; Mr and Mrs David 1 nomas, Uriton Ferry: Mr and Mrs W, Phillips, Tirydail; Mr and Mrs J. Parry Edwards, Lam- peter Mr and Mrs D. A. Jones, Alltyrodyn; Mr and Mrs Ben Evans, Carmarthen Mr and Mrs E. J. Evans, Carmarthen; Mr and Mrs Evan Evans, CilieAeron; Mr and Mrs David Davies, Porth; Mr and Mrs John Roberts, Lampeter; Mr and Mrs James Evans, Lampeter, Mr John Davies stated that owing to the large number of testimonials received, he would suggest that as some of the Guardians had already been furnished with them, they should not be again read. This was agreed to, and with few exceptions only, the names of those signing the testimonials were read. The election was made by ballot, and on a second vote being taken. the figures were as follows:-E. Thomas, 10; Rooerts, i0; Parry Ed- wards, 3; E. Evans, 6; James Evans, 12. The three highest were then voted upon, with the fol- lowing result:—Thomas, 15; Roberts, 12; James Evans, 14. In the final division 11 voted for Evans and 8 for Thomas, there being two spoilt votes. Mr Lewis Davies then proposed that Mr and Mrs James Evans be appointed master and matron. The proposition was agreed to, only the Rev T. C. Edmunds and Mr David Price voting against. APPOINTMENT OF CLERK. The Chairman stated that at the last meeting he gave notice that he would move that Mr J. Ernest Lloyd be appointed clerk in succession to his father, Mr D. Lloyd, who had resigned. He had since received a letter from Mr Ernest Lloyd ap- plying for the post. The Rev T. C. Edmunds said he did not see how a successor could be appointed at that meeting. They had not yet invited any applications. At the request of the Chairman the Clerk read extracts from the regulations, which showed that a cleik could be appointed forthwith. The Rev T. C. Edmunds suggested that the meeting be adjourned till 2-30 p.m. and that the matter be then discoursed. This suggestion was agreed to, but when, the Board re-met the press representatives were re- quested to retire. Eventually, the matter was adjourned to the next meeting. RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. A meeting of the Llanybyther Rural District Council was to have been held on Friday afternoon' at Lampeter, but owing to the Guardians' meeting not being over until nearly four o'clock, it was decided to adjourn the business,

RHYDLEWIS. ON TUESDAY evening the 5th inst a very inter- esting lecture on, "Breeding and management of live stock," was given at the Rhydlewis Board School by Mr Daniel Davies, Bargoed, Llandyssil, a former student at the U.C.W. Aberystwyth. Mr Thomas Moylon occupied the chair. The lecturer in the course of his remarks, urged upon farmers the importance of introducing fresh blood into their stock, and pointed out the losses sustained by breeding from bad and defective animals. He in- sisted upon more co-operation amongst farmers, and advised them to unite together in buying pedigree sires, and to breed on from the best animals obtainable. He also dwelt upon the necessity of studying the soil andjclimate of different localities, and to keep only the breed and kind of of animals that suited these various districts. Questions on the lecture, or on any other branch of agriculture relating to live-stock were invited to at the end,and many availed themselves of the opportun- ity. The attendance was very good, and the lecturer was given a very attentive hearing throughout. After the usual votes of thanks a very successful meeting terminated. Mr Davies promised to give another lecture on "Feeding," next month when it is hoped all interested in agriculture will make an effort to be present.

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