Welsh Gazette and West Wales Advertiser

CARDIGAN Drunk and Disorderly.—On Saturday morning a naval reserve man named David Rees, of Aberporth, came before the magis- trates (Messrs. W. Woodward and T. H. Williams), to answer a charge of being drunk and disorderly at Pendre the previous day, preferred against him by P.C. Jones. De- fendant admitted the impeachment, and his spree cost him 5s. and costs. Auditors.—At a meeting of the Town Council on Thursday, Messrs. John Evans, headmaster of the Council School and J. J. Owen, clerk at the Post Office, were appoint- ed elective auditors for the borough for the ensuing year. The Mayor nominated Coun- cillor Wm. Bowen as his auditor for the same period. Nursing Institute.—Mrs. Picton Evans presided over the monthly meeting of this Institution on Thursday afternoon in the Council Chamber. The following ladies also attended:—Mrs. Daniel (ex-mayoress), Mrs. Edward Mathias, Mrs. Haden, Mrs. Mathias (Ealing Dene), Mrs. John Williams, Mrs. Owen, Mrs. Lewis, and Mrs. Ifor Evans.— It was reported that during the month 416 visits had been paid by the nurse. A vote of thanks was accorded Mr. W. H. Davies, Highbury for the valuable gift of a bath chair to the Institute. Mr. J. R. Daniel who promised to store the same was also thanked. Entertainment.—A very successful enter- tainment was held at Bethania Chapel on Wednesday evening under the presidency of Mr. 0. Beynon Evans, J.P. The conductor was the Rev. J. Williams, and the adjudi- cators: Singing, Mr. W. Jenkins, A.C.; prose, etc., Hev. J. Price, Verwig. The successful competitors were Solo, 1) Aeronwy Thomas; 2, A. M. Owen and Ceridwen Thomas; duett for boys, D. and J. Jenkins; duett for girls, Sarah Jenkins and M. J. Ladd; Hanes Timotheus/ Annie M. James, and Hughie Williams; duett for boys, Claude Evans and Gomer Griffiths; duett for girls, Katie and Bessie Williams; *olo for girls, 1, Tillv Lloyd; 2, Bessie Wil- fiams; recitation, Mr. Waldo Davies; read- lng, Mary E. Williams and Annie M. James; Childrens' Choir divided between Gomer 1 Griffiths and David Jenkins; quartette, ft Mr. Griff Davies and party; recitation, Miss M. Kendal; pianoforte solo. Miss Gwladys M. James; recitation, Mr. Johnny Davies. This interesting competitive programme was "Promulgated by a committee of ladies, and their efforts are to be highly commended, f as also is Miss H. Owens, the energetic Secretary. COUNTY SCHOOL GOVERNORS. The monthly meeting of the Governors of the County School was held on Saturday afternoon when there were present Mr. E. §. James (in the chair) Mrs. Phillips, Messrs Thomas, J. 0. Owen Ivor Evans a'.id the headmaster (Dr. Bees) and the clerk (Mr. "ames Stevens.) Pupil Teachers' Expenses. A communication was received from the "embroke Education Authority enclosing ?• cheque for £ 23 12s. Id., the amount al- Wed by the Education Committee, and gating that the items claimed in respect of books for pupil teachers had been deducted the Committee passed a resolution some "'ittie ago to the effect that such expenditure W-ould not be borne by them.—The Head- master said that resolution was passed with Reference to this Session, those pupil teachers \ero here before last Summer.—The Clerk a.id he would make an application for this ^ount again.—The Chairman said he > ^new of an instance of one teacher who ":Quld have to give up if she did not get as- ^stance.— Mr. E. Thomas submitted that hard on the country pupils.—Mr. Ivor .S^yans said it would be making an invidious distinction.—The Chairman: That is the v^nefit of living in the town.—Mr. Ivor j^aris said they were very well aware that j.^e managers had gone to the extreme lTnits of their money. Bills. On the motion of Mr. E. Thomas, second- i by Mr. J. Owen, several bills were passed payment. A bill fo- 17s. 7d. account eodered from Mr, E. J. Williams was ac- companied by an intimation that unless fa»d within fourteen days, proceedings would 7^ taken.—It was decided that the Clerk £ ite for details of the amount. > Appointments. The Pembrokeshire authorities wrote ating that they had appointed Messrs. E. Morgan and Ivor Evans, and the Hev. aron Morgan. on the Governing Body k the school.—The Cardiganshire County ii ft^^cil also wrote t-o the same effect in re- lf^ct to Mrs. Phillips, the Bev. John Wil- and Mr. 0. Beynon Evans. Training of Pupil Teachers. iv The Cardiganshire Education Committee ^°te stating that they had adopted this ^eme with the exception of scholarships vj&ject to revision.—The Headmaster: j.bat are we going to do about Pembroke ij^olars ?—The Chairman I don't think ought to have completed the scheme ^hout0consulting Pembroke.—The Head- .^terl I don't think they ought to have ^f°pted it without consulting the managers the schools.—The Her' T never knew scheme had been adopted, I though it only a draft of the scheme.—The Chair- said it would be very difficult to carry [ the two schemes. I RURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. monthly meeting of this Council was ■ at tlie Town Hall on Saturday morn- ■ f;S when there were present James Evans fly1 the ebtir),- Howell, T. Hughes, I Jones, Evr Jliams, Griffith James, I Vii Jones, A jan Lewis and T. Griffiths, I K1 the deputy clerk (Mr. T. Kendal, sani- I inspector (Mr. Ivor George), and Mr. 1 qlls (surveyor). 1 r The Clerk Indisposed. t'he deputy clerk reported that the clerk Davies) was indisposed, and the Council to appoint ■ as Clerk fo- the day.—This was done, S Vj?, expressions of sympathy were passed S Mr. Davies. ■ r Sanitary Report. he sanitary inspector (Mr. Ivor George) ted that .not a single case or infectious VlN had been notified during the month. I W.feared that the record had been broken he received a letter from Mr. James, Jester. Blaonporth. stating that in Mobability there was a case of scarlet there. 'He paid a visit to the place ame day. The mother of the child who Supposed to bo srffering from the disease him to understand that the doctor was le to decide rntil a later period whether is a case of scarlet fever or not. Under circumstances he took all the precau- necessary to prevent the spread of the by supplying disinfectant, anc. giving \> Supposed to bo srffering from the disease him to understand that the doctor was le to decide rntil a later period whether is a case of scarlet fever or not. Under circumstances he took all the precau- necessary to prevent the spread of the ,a.$! by supplying disinfectant, anc. giving orders as to the isolating of the children, etc. He had since been. told that it was not a case of scarlet fever ,and that the child was now quite well. He was glad to report that progress was being made in the matter of providing the schools of the dis- trict with proper sanitary conveniences. Plans of the improvements to be effected to the Penypark School closets were being pre- pared, and would be submitted by the archi- tect to the managers shortly. The closets belonging to the Aberporth School had re- ceived a thorough cleaning,—no easy task considering the state they were in. Hither- to these closets were in an intolerable con- dition, but they were now permissible, but only pending such a period as was absolutely necessary to prepare plans and build new ones. During the month he had received a letter respecting the plans of the closets for the Blaenporth School, from th e clerk of the Parish Council. The Council wanted to know whether the site chosen for the pur- pose was admissible. As the matter referred to had been dealt with before in the District Council he replied to that effect. A com- plaint had been made to him shortly after the last meeting of such part of his report as concerned Llangoedmore School. He took this opportunity therefore of stating that his report was correct. The fol- lowing were the words used: I found the buckets used in rather a filthy state. The work required to be done in connection with the water cisterns in Bankydyffryn had been completed. Something would have to be done to the gutter running alongside the houses in Bankydyffryn, as it was now again in a filthy state. It was a great pity that some means could not be found of getting a proper channel made—an open or a closed one—which would soon repay the cost as it would prevent the breaking up of the road by the water issuing from the gutter during rainy weather.—At the conclusion of the report, Mr. John Jones asked the Inspector who told him that the child was well.—The Inspector: The attendance officer.—Mr. Evan Williams said as far as the Sanitary Inspec- tor was concerned, he believed he had done his duty well, but in future he should not take steps without instructions from the Medical Officer. He had seen the mother himself and she had told him that the child was in good health, and showed no signs of scarlet fever at all.—Colonel Howell: What does the doctor say.—Mr. Evan Williams: The doctor said there were not the least signs of scarlet fever. I should advise him not to take any instructions but from our own Medical Officer.—The Inspector said he did it to prevent the spread of the disease, he thought it best to take precautions at once. Cwmcoy and Gogerddan Arms Road, Colonel Howell reported that at a meeting of a special committee in regard to this road and that they had a free hand in the matter. It was proposed to get the stones broken at the Quarry and some of the farm- ers had promised to get carts for the haul- age of same. The County Surveyor was very civil to them. They would have to get the stones rolled.—Mr. Evan Williams: Are we to understand that the Main Roads Committee will sanction the use of the steam roller without payment. Colonel Howell: I doubt it. I believe they will charge us something.—Mr. Evan Williams said he understood they were going to have the use of the steam roller free. Colonel Howell: I don't think so, but I will do my best to get it free-(several members "Thank you.") Medical Officer Re-appointed. Mr. Evan Williams in accordance with his notice of motion moved that Dr. C. G. Jones, of Cardigan. Lo re-appointed medical officer for three years, from the 31st of March, 1906, at a salary of £ 20 per annum, —The motion was carried unanimously. Helygfach and Parkllyn Fords. The Blaenporth Parish Council wrote stating that at a previous meeting of the Council the following resolution was unani- mously passed: "That in the opinion of this Council it is high time to call the attention of the Cardigan Rural District Council to the unsatisfactory state of the fords at Hel- ygfach (near Aberporth), and Parkllyn (near Trefaesfawr) which are utterly impassable for pedestrians, especially after heavy rain, and to recommcnd that a culvert should be erected over the brooks at both places. It was, eventually, decided to erect a foot- bridge at Parkllyn. Bankydyffryn Water. The Clerk Ínc-:denhl'y mentiend the sum of L25 18s. Uo. in connection with this water supply, and stated that the rate would be Is. 8d. in the t. The Health of the District. In his annual report, Dr. C. G. Jones, the medical officer oi health, states that gen- erally speaking tiie same questions which have called for consideration in former years have still to be dealt with in a greater or lesser degree, namely, primitive sanitation and (leficitt,,it water supplies. However, he was pleased to report that some progress had been made, more especially with regard to water supplies, and there was every desire on the pa it of the owners and inhabitants to improve these facilities. The inhabitants dependent upon the Bankydyf- fryn supply had suffered great inconvenience through shortage, and had shown commend- able public spirit in offering to re-imburse the Council for any outlay they might be put to in increasing the supply. He was strongly of the opinion that no time should he lost in making the necessary search for an additional supply, when the weather con- ditions were favourable, as should, an epi- demic break out II that district under pre- sent conditions the difficulties of dealing with it would be seriously increased. He was glad to observe the Council had had no diffi- culty in arranging with the owners inter- ested for the liberty they required to im- prove the water supplies of Penpark and Llangoedmore. Nanteirin supply had been augmented at a trifling cost, and was a great boon. He had frequently directed the at- tention of the Council to the Llechryd and Rhiwshon water supplies, and he trusted the Council would soon be in a position to carry out the required works. As the result of the inspector's report the Council had under consideration the sanitary condition of the schools in the district. No uniform system prevailed. For instance.at Lh'?Iiryd there was an attempt to establish a flushing system, but the deficiency of water made this a standing menace to health. The condition of the schoo] conveniences at Llechryd were very unsatisfactory, a;tel failing an adequate supply of water the wisest course would be to adopt the dry earth system. The con- veniences nt Blaenporth had not been brought up to a proper standard. Unless systemati- i cally cleared the ordinary soil pit became a I nuisance, and a danger to health. A sys- tem of portable receptacles should be pro- vided, and the pit-system abolished. There were some excellent contrivances on the market for dealing with this difficulty which might be installed at a small cost. General Sanitary Conditions. There were no striking advances to re- cord in this respect. Things were going on as they had been for many years, but he was glad to say that although the conveni- ences were primitive, the health of the in- habitants generally had not suffered. The chief cause of complaint was. that people would not learn to take simple precautions within their own power, and that was why they still saw middens and pigstyes wrongly placed—either against the dwelling or close to it. He wished to remark that the Sani- tary Inspector carried out his duties zeal- ously and fearlessly, and he would watch with interest the way in which he dealt with the matters for which he was responsible. Vital Statistics. During the year one case of diph- theria and one of erysipelas were notified. The births registered were 57, four of which were illegitimate. Eleven less than the previous year. There were 59 deaths at the following ages, 10 under one year, 4 under five years, 3 between ire and fifteen years, 8 between fifteen and twenty five, 10 between twenty five and sixty-five, and 24 sixty-five and upwards, being 8 less deaths than the preceding year. The causes of death were as follows: Whooping cough, 3; phthisis, 5; Malignant cancer, 3j bron- chitis, 1 pneumonia, 7; heart disease, 5; accidents 1; suicides, 1; and other causes 33. Appreciation. Mr. Evan Williams said that. with regard to the doctor's report he begged to propose that the best thanks of the Council be ten- dered to him for his report. He had always treated them in a kind and respectable manner, and lie was glad to find that the district was in such a good condition as re- gards health.—The vote of thanks was passed unanimously. Penmaen and Blaenannerch Road. Colonel Howell stated that he had been requested by many of his neighbours to call attention to the bad state of this road. He had never seen a road in such a filthy state. The traction engine had been over it more than once, and made large holes there. He wanted to call the Surveyor's attention to it and ask him when he saw it last. There had not been a single stone put on it for years. —The Surveyor: Yes, this year, Sir.—Col. Howell: I have been on this road twenty times to your once, I know the surveyor's hands are tied, but I am not preaching or carping.—Mr. Williams made it known at our meeting at Gogerddan Arms that you pro- mised to give your time and attention to our work.—The Surveyor; No sir.—Colonel Howell: I am not finding fault with you, how many day's a week are you on the road. —The Surveyor: About three.—Col. Howell: Can you call to mind my ever meeting you on this road.—The Surveyor; Not often.—Col. Howell: My attention was called to this by Mr. Williams at our committee meeting that you had promised in future to give your whole time to this.—The Surveyor: I did not promise that.—Mr. John Jones said he was sorry that Colonel Howell was so hard on the Surveyor.—He contended that the Surveyor should have perfect control over his men and also full power to engage and discharge them.—The Chairman I am sorry you are blaming Colonel Howell, you ought to blame Mr. Williams. (Laughter.)—The matter was left in the hands of the Sur- veyor. BOARD OF GUARDIANS. The fortnightly meeting of the Board was held at the Union on Thursday. The fol- lowing members attended:—Mr. Benjamin Bees (in the chair), Captain James, the Rev. J. Williams, Rev. E. D. Evans, Messrs Lewis Davies, S. P. Biddyr, T. Colby, John Rees, D. S. Jones, T. Hughes, E. Gower, T. H. Williams, Dewi Harris Edwards (Fag- wrgoch), Jonah Evans, J. Rowe, Thomas Griffiths, Thomas Lewis. The House Journal.—The Master reported that during the fortnight no inmates had been admitted; three had been discharged, one had died, and none born. The number of inmates was 54, as against 59 in the corresponding period of last year. The vagrants relieved in the house during the fortnight had been 50, as against 67 last year. The number re- lived in lodging houses was 22.—Balance at the bank in favour of the Union, L761 2s. 3d.-0nt- clief during the past fortnight, t107 19s., as against CIIO 7s. for the cor- responding period of last year, showing a decrease of JE2 8s.—Number of out-door paupers relieved during the fortnight. 399 corresponding period last year, 414; de- crease, 15.—The ministers who had attended the house during the past fortnight were the Revs. W. H. Davies and D. W. Phillips. Absentee Members.—The Clerk reported he had written to the Guardians who had disqualified themselves by reason of non- attendance, asking them if they had any reason to give for their absence from tin meet-ings. In the case of Mr. John Rowe he (the clerk) had discovered he had attend- ed a meeting in December, and was therefore not disqualified. He asked Mr. Rowe to accept his apologies.—Letters in reply were read from Mr. T. George, Trefoel, and Mr. Dan Griffiths, Pantygroes, stating that their absence was due to ill-health. Both were prepared to resign.—These explanations were considered satisfactory, and the resigna- tions were not accepted.—No reply had been received from the Guardian at Meline. —Mr. D. J. Edwards said it was a case of ill-health there as well, and he proposed that it be accepted.—Rev. E. D. Evans seconded.—The Clerk: The Guardian should have replied himself.—Mr. D. J. Edwards: If the seat was declared vacant lie did not think anyone would come forward.—It was decided to defer the matter until a reply was received.—Mr. W. John, Newport, wrote resigning the office, and Mr. W. J. Williams, Cardigan, sent a letter stating that it had so happened within the last nine months that he had Petty Sessions on the same day as the Board of Guardians, which prevented him from attending. He left himself entirely in the hands of the Guard- ians as to the sufficiency or otherwise of the explanation.—It was suggested that -Air. Williams should be given another chance.— The Clerk doubted the legality of his doing so. He thought that if Air. Williams at- tended at the next board and oted he would be liable to a fine of £ 20.—It was agreed that the Clerk should write to the Local Government Board for their ruling on the matter. Varia.—A letter 'was read from Mr. W. J. Williams claiming on behalf of Messrs. Thomas and Co., late High-street, chemists, the sum of 2s. 8d., with 6d. costs.-The Clerk said they had never had a bill, besides it was two years old and out of date. A letter was read fro mt-he authorities at Car- marthen stating that William Wilson, St. Dogmells, had died on the 7th of February. Ho was 70 years of age, and had been in the institution 35 years.—The Clerk reported lie had received a precept for county rates j for Cardiganshire for the half year amount- ing to £ 1,309 19s. 8d.

I Lady's Chronic Sickness, I CL UED BY BILE BEANS AFTER 10 YEARS' TORMENT. Mrs. Maria Burrows, of 19c, Ivingwood Road, Fulham, London, S.W., takes a de- light in telling how Bile Beans "acted like a charm" on her, banishing long-standing sick- ness. To a London reporter she said :For fifteen years I suffered terribly from indi- gestion and water-brash. Everything I ate disagreed with me to such an extent that the very sight of food made me afraid, and I simply had to starve myself for days to- gether. After meals I used to feel giddy and sick, and often, even when starving, I vomited quantities of watery fluid. At night I was unable to sleep. As a result I natur- ally became very weak and depressed. "i attended a hospital for a short time, but the treatment I received there did me no good. Then my son recommended Bile Beans, and I commenced to take them. After the first box I felt a deal better. Food stayed in my stomach, I had less discomfort, and, in fact, at the end of a month I was completely cured. I can now eat and enjoy a hearty meal without experiencing any pain- ful after-effects. Tha.nks entirely to Bile Beans, my health was never better than it is to-day." Bile Beans literally "acted like a charm" in banishing d # ii. They are an ideal y sj& ')' family medicineCThey stimulate the natur- al now of the gastric juices in the stomach. For sick headaches, indigestion, liver chill. constipation, piles, anaemia, palpitation, and nervous and general debility. Bile Beans are a sovereign remedy. Of all chemists, or from the Bile Bean Mfg. Co., 4. Bed Cross Street, London, E.C. Sold only in sealed boxes at Is. lid. and 2s. 9d.

MERIONETH NEWS. BARMOUTH. County Council lie Local Gov- ernment Board having sanctioned the divi- sion of Barmouth into two wards—namely. North and South-an additional member was required for the vacancy in the North Ward, and in consequence the election took place last week. The candidates in the field were Mr. John Morgan (who is a member of the Urban District Council )and Mr. Owen W. Morris. The chief issue was that the repre- sentation on the County Education Com- mittee should be based upon rateable value. The result was declared by the returning officer (Mr. H. D. Bichards) as follows:—- Owen W. Morris, 410; John Morgan, 94. TOWYN. Obituary.—An interesting and well-known character at th place and at Aberdovey passed away last week at an advanced age in the person of Mrs. Green, who had been for about twenty-two years in charge of the Institute at Aberdovey. She and her family came to Wales about fifty year s ago from Market Harboro'. She lived at Aberdovey up to about two years ago when she came to this place to live with her daughter. Her death is mourned by several grown-up sons and daughters. The funeral took place on Saturday, and was largely attended. Mrs. Green has left ove:' 00 descendents at Aber- dovey. She was much respected by the mem- bers of the Literary Institute, and after her retirement they placed a large portrait of her on the wall of the reading room. and at her funeral they placed a wreath on her coffin. L

ABERDOVEY, Personal-Mr. C. S. Denniss, manager of the Cambrian Bail ways spent the week end at this town District Nurse.—It is gratifying to learn that the services of the nurse is being more and more appreciated at this pJace. and it is to be hoped that financial support will also increase correspondingly Bravery.—Air. W. Jones Hughes, C.C., has received from the Board of trade on be- half of the United States Government a gold watch and chain to be presented to Mr. John Phillips of Aberdovey, lat-e second officer of the s.s. Horsa," of Hartlepool, for assist- ing in the rescue of the crew of the United States brigantine '"Elmiranda" of Boston, which was sunk in the North Atlantic on November 14th, 1904. Mr. W. Jones Hughes is arranging a. public presentation, to Mr. Phillips with the assistance of the secretaries of the Aberdovey Literary In- stitute. Competitive Meetin-Tlie annual com- petitive meeting in connection with the W'eslevan Improvement Society was held on Thursday evening (St. David's Day), at the Bethel Chapel. There was a very large at- tendance. The chair was taken by the Rev. H. Curry (pastor), and Talfardd" was conductor. The adjudicators were the Revs. Robert Jones ,Towyn), W. D. Evans (Aber- dovey), P. Jones Roberts (Towyn), H. Curry (Aberdovey), Messrs. liar Davies, W. Pryce Williams (Towyn), Hugh Davies, Robert Dai-i-es, H. Griffiths, and R. Festin Williams, (Aberdovey). The meeting commenced with the singing of Ton CynuHeidfaol, which was followed by an interesting address by the President, in the course of which he said that the Welsh people were assembled that day in most places in Wales to cele- brate the memory of their patron saint. The following adjudications were then made: -Poetry, -'tleidr ar y Groes," Ellis Pugh; recitation (under 8), 1 Laura Davies, 2 May Rolands. Scriptural examination, Class II, Jane Laura Davies, Mary Lizzie Thomas, Ruth Catherine Jones (equal first); answer- ing questions from the "Hyfforddydd," 1 Laura Davies, 2 Robert- Pugh; recitation (over Sand under 12) 1 Ourriel Morris and Alary Ann Roberts, 2 Annie May Roberts and Hannah Alabel Berry; solo competition (under 12), Anturiaf yn mlaeii," 1 Mary Ann Jones, 2 J. Rees, 3 Margt. Jane Davies; answering questions from the Hyffor- ddydd," Class 2, 1 Thos. Albert Lewis and Hughie Evans, 2 Mary Evans and J. Pugh ditto, division 3, Sarah Jane Pugh; Divi- sion 4, John Jones; explaining a hymn from the Wesleyan book, Talfardd; pianoforte competition (under 14), Hungarian Mel- ody," 1 J. Jenkins, 2 Jennie Lewis, 3 Dilys Richards; six hymns, Awelon Cal- faria," 1 Talfardd, 2 Mab or Alynydd and Llano o Feirion soprano solo, 0 Fryniau Caersalem, 1 Maggie Williams; 2, Laura Jane Davies; recitation (over 12 and under 16), 1 Annie Hughes, 2 Olwen Jane Evans and Mary Lizzie Thomas; written exam- ination in the book of Judges (Division 3), 1 Mary Catherine Davies, Tafalog; (Divi- sion 4), Miss J. E. Jonas and Dyfi 2 W. Henry Jones: history of Jesus Christ, 1 Llew. Edwards, May Rowlands, A. May Morris, Winifred Richards, and Mary Ann Roberts (equal). 2 Sarah Alorris, H. O. Lewis, David Jones, and Margaret Jane Davies (equal); baritone solo, "Y Teithiwr a'i Gi," John Lewis, Aberdovey; essay Gwirioneddau_ y Diwygiad 1904-5." Evan H. Edwards, Liverpool House recitation of a portion of a sermon by the late Rev. D. O. Jones, 1 Jennie Jones, 2 Lizzie Ann Wal- tens and Edmund Lewis; pianoforte solo (under 18). 1 John Idris Daives, 2 Byddig Thomas; written scriptural examination, 1 Aliss Jones, 2 Richard Griffiths; trio, Teyr- nasoedd y Ddaear." H. Lewis and party.— A presentation of a Bible was made on be- half of the Wesleyan Talaeth, by the Rev. H. Curry to Miss Jonas who was equal first in the written scriptural examination of the Wesleyan Methodists of the whole of Wales.—Mr. E. L. Rowlands. Liverpool House, proposed a vote of thanks to all those who had assisted with the meeting. and it was received with acclamation. The meeting throughout proved a success. The 's accompanists were Miss Susie Dnvies and Miss Margaret Rrichards. The duties of secre- tary were ably carried out by Mr. Joseph Davies. Saw Mills, while Airs. Curry Llys Dyfi, acted as treasurer.

DOLGELLEY. A Good Riddance. A farmer's dog killed two otter cubs in the Wnion at Rhydymain last week. The owner of the dog brought them to town the same evening, and it was evident he was highly pleased with his prize. Scarlet Fever.—This dreadful epidemic having broken out in the town, the schools have been temporarily closed. At a special meeting of the Urban Council last week it was unanimously decided to make arrange- ments for the building of an isolation hos- pital forthwith. '=' St. Alary's Church. The order of divine services at the Parish Chinch on Ash Wed- nesday, the first day of the solemn season of Lent, was as follows:-—8 a.m., celebration of Holy Communion; 10 a.m. Litany and commmation services (Welsh): 11 a.m., morning prayer (English); 6-30 p.m., Welsh service and sermon. The services were well attended throughout. Ministerial Call.—The Rev. B. Ernest Jones, minister of Salem, has received a call from the English Methodist Church, Birkenhead, to become its pastor. This in- vitation has been accepted. During his com- paratively short stay in this town, Air. Jones made himself on account of his activity, modesty and sincerity deservedly) popular. We earnestly wish Air. and Airs. Jones God- speed in their new sphere. Ventilation. Dr. Hugh Jones, medical officer of health of the Rural District Coun- cil, pointed out in his annual report on Sat- urday that there was still far too great a desire to exclude fresh air from the small, and often remote, cottages in the district, and this want of appreciation of the value of pure air and sunshine was responsible for some of the mortality. The sleeping accom- modation was small, but the sad thing was the necessity for opening all available win- dows, particularly at night, had not been realised, so that nothing was done with the view of mitigating some of the evil results of these inmates having to spend night after night in apartments which had not the neces- sary cubic space to render them wholesome. Gilchrist Lectures.—The third of the above invaluable series was delivered to a crowded and appreciative' anjtlience at the Public Rooms on Wednesday night by Dr. Andrew Wilson. The subject, which was in- to rst-ingly delivered, was: "Nature's Ar- moury—some devices and defences of Animal Life," illustrated by a powerful oxy-hydro- gen lantern. In the absence of Col. Scott, Penmaenucha, the duties of chairman were undertaken by Air. R. Jones Griffith, B.A., Springfield. A most edifying and enjoyable evening was brought to a close, by passing a vote of thanks to the Chairman, being pro- posed bv the Rev. R. Ernest Jones, and seconded by Mr. H. W. Bromby. I Death of Rev. Owen Rees.—We regret to announce the death of the H-ey. Owen Rees, Treorky, Glam., which took place suddenly on Saturday morning, the 24th ult., from septic pneumonia. -tir. nees was the only son of the late Air. Owen nees, printer and publisher of this town. and his early days were devoted to that profession. After a time, he moved to London. Here, he came in contact with the Salvation Army, and he was a fiiithful officei- for many years. Ul- timately, he took charge of the Calvinistic Alethodist Forward Movement at Barry. Last year, however, he was duly ordained, and undertook the charge of the English C.M. Chapel, Treorky. He leaves a widow, Mr. Cecil Bees (son), an officer in the Salva- tion Army; and Aliss Rees, an only sister, to mourn their loss. The funeral took place at Treorkey on Thursday afternoon. St. David's Day.—The first of Alarch the Patron Saint's Day passed off very quietly this year. The strains of a brass 1. +-¡,; ar tl n d. u t< a o' li. v< w- m H w< ai th W T< m Tl fit nll re or. lie th m as yc w: th J. pa er ye m< be to th re- th. ey, th tin Br a fai po 18 th co Fe Dc inc ab: mi Ye oec bei los be -If a Mr Nar tan, out mtit 11< njoout tiie marriage. His mortal remains were interred on St. David's Day, at Bryncoedifor Church- yard, the Bevs. IL J. Alorgan, vicar; C. P Price, Alaentwrog: J. Harries. Llanfachreth and Archdeacon Wynne Jones officiating. Although rain poured incessantly, there was a large and representative gathering to pay their last respects to one so dearly loved by all. and the floral tributes were very numer- ous. The bells of St. Alaiy's Church. Dol- gelly. were muffled, and mournful peals were tolled for an hour each night during the week, and also at the time of burial. Proposed Brass Band.—As a result of the Revival movement, and consequent increase of Church membership, it was decided to commemorate the good effects wrought on the young community by establishing a place where they might resort to in the evening instead of wandering aimlessly in the streets. In connection with the Free Library and Reading Room there was also formed an Institute where innocent games might be indulged in. A suitable building for the purpose was procured in Eldon- square, and the Institute was duly opened last October. So popular is the movement that over 250 young men have been enrolled as members. It has since been deemed de- sirable as there is no brass band in Dolgelley nowadays, to form a Temperance band in connection with the Institute, and Colonel Scott, Penmaenucha, la, forwarded a cheque I for fifteen guineas with a further promise of a donation of five guineas annually to- wards the music and other incidental ex- penses. To further augment the funds, a grand concert was held in the Assembly Rooms on Tuesday night week. The com- mittee were most fortunate in securing the services of Aladame Ethel Roberts. Alan- chester, whose dramatic recitals, delivered in a first-class style, were an intellectual treat never to be forgotten. It is to be noted that Aladame Roberts generously gave her services free in aid of this move- ment. and has been the means, with the help of other friends in Manchester to raise the sum of over £ 700 in aid of the poor of that town. Other artistes weve: Alisses Clarke. Lela and FIsie Williams, Alessrs Aleirion Davies. J. Corris-Jones, Robert Alills and Fred .A rnfield. The recitals were beautifully illustrated by means of lime- light views, the lantern ably manipu- lated by Air. H. Dr. Hamil- ton. Froheulos. was chairman, and Mr. Tom Parry. Fron. in his inimitable style acted as conductor. The duties of accompanist dur- ing the evening were ably carried out by Air. John Roberts, nre1 the concert was a splendid success tlvoueh.nnt. Much praise is due to Air. Ernest Davies. Criterion, who is indefatigable in h'^ off u'ts. as secretary, to further the inter <+• 0f the Institute and particularly the nro^o^ed Temperance Br;1" Bard.

-TI Concert. A very successiul concert was held in the old school on Saturday evening. The chair was occupied by Air. Lewis Thomas one of the respected deacons of the chapel. He expressed his g, eat pleasure at being present, and Ins cteep sympathy with all things having a tenoeiicy to brighten village life and to create in the children and young people a taste for literature and music. He was sure that these concerts and competi- tive meetings were a means, humble per- haps, of education and culture, and as such deserved the support of all those who had at heart the welfare and elevation of their fellow men. His remarks were emphasised at the close of the meeting by Mr. Joseph Howells, another deacon, who takes a. keen interest in the efforts of the young people to furnish the village with the means of innocent amusement during the long winter evenings. The following p. ogranmie was gone through:—Opening song, Air. Richard Howells: recitation. James .Morgan; part bong, "Codiad yr ehedydd." school child- ren; recitation, "Y dry v bach," A. Jane Oliver and Maggie Alorgan part song. "Go- goniant i Gymru." school childien; recita- tion, "(1 Dewelyn." Alary Evans: song by three friends: recitation." "Charge of the Light Brigade," school children; duett. Ed- ward Alorgan and John Bcberts part song. "Glan meddwdod mwvn." school children: recitation. "1 "¡d;lig." Nellie Evans. Tommy Jones. Byron Howells: solo. Miss Sarah Anne Herber: part song with violin accompanimeVit. school children (encored): recitation, "Can gwraig y pysgotwr," school children; solo, Claudia Oliver; part song, "Rhyfelgyrch Gwyv Harlech," school child- ren; song, John Roberts: action son^ In- fant class (encored): song. D. Rhys Jones: simultaneous recitation. "Cyflafan Alorfa Rhuddlan." school children part song. "Pan gilia'r niwl," school children; song. Thomas Jenkins: vecitation. "Anthony's Oration." D. R. Jones and school children: part song. "Twi Twi." school children re- citation, "Nanf y Alynydd," Richard Mor- gan part song. "Hippy are we all." school children: song. ''The Veteran." Edward Alorgan recitation. "Rhianod Penrhyn Gwyr. W. H. Davies; part song, "Y Gwan- wvn." school children; song. Mr. Richard Howells; part song, "Sleep of sleep," with piccolo accompaniment, school children.

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