The Montgomeryshire Express and Radnor Times

W ELSIIPOOL. DAVID JONES AND SON have a few sacks of Seed Oats for Sale Agents for Molassine Meal, etc.-31, High-street, Welshpool. THE DAIRY.—Our "Princess" Separator has been awarded over 100 medals. The most reliable; easiest to work; British made.-Call and inspect at HUMPHREY JONES & SON, Hall- street. OdTt THE late Mrs Louisa Ellis, of Severn-street, was laid to rest in Christ Churchyard last Satur- day week in the presence of a group of mourners and friends, including Mr Ellis, Mount-street, and Alfred Ellis, Llandudno (sons); Mr J. Jones, Newtown (son-in-law); Messrs Herbert Ellis, Chester, James Ellis and Percy Ellis, Welshpool, and Henry Jones, Newtown (grand sons) Messrs Fred Brown and Albert Brown, Newtow.i. The Rev Douglas Morgan conducted the service. Mrs Ellis was born and bred at Bilston (Staffordshire), and spent 50 years of her lite in Welshpool. She had a great repuration as an experienced mid-wife, and served as nurse at Powis Castle, Llanerchydol and Leighton. But Mrs Ellis had also been known to give up rich patients in order to attend to the poor. SCENE IN COURT.-A. scene unusual even for a Welshpool Borough Police Court occurred on Saturday morning at the Town Clerks' office, when a young man named Rd. Allen, of ThreeTuns Passage, was convicted of having stolen a piece of cooked beef from the shop of Mary Alice Reed, Severn Street. The Mayor passed sentence of two months with hard labour. Prisoner, on leaving the dock, addressed and remarked to Mr Joseph McKenzie, one of the witnesses of the bench, while recalliog him, asked tha witness what was said. McKeuzie: He said, I will make you sit up when I come out. Sergeant Hughes Threatening a witness in court. Allen It would be a different thing if I had not done it. The Mayor: For uttering a threat like that, the decision of the bench is that you will now have 3 months. Allen again said something to Mr McKenzie as he was going out and was again recalled, and this time he broke into tears before the magistrates and said it was very hard to be punished for what he had not done. He was then removed by the police. THE MAYOR AND A SCOTCHWOMAN.-IL At 11 p.m. on Saturday night I noticed the defend- ant helplessly drunk in Berriew-street. I took her into custody and locked her up." Sergt. Hughes gave this evidence at Mr Yearsley s office last Monday morning, against Kate Wilson, a grey-haired charwoman hailing from Edinburgh, who had made her way along what Dr Samuel Johnson once described as the best road in Scot- land. Having pleaded guilty to the charge of beina "unlawfully drunk," the traveller con- tinued: "I'm very sorry. I was very much upset I had bad news-some travellers told me some bad news, and I bad a drop of beer. It got into my head very much. I went up to the lodging-house. I couldn't see anyone there. I went out again, and I suppose I bad some more beer.—Sergt. Hughes: There was an empty bottle by her sido that had held whiskey by the smell of it.—The Traveller: I'm very sorry it happened'.—The Mayor (with whom was Mr Maurice Jehu): Well, I can't give evidence in the chair, but I saw her. It was a most deplorable state, shameful for a woman to ba in it! (To Kate Wilson) and now, look here! If you promise to clear out of the town at once—(Kate Wilson I will, sir )—you will be dismissed—(Kate Wilson: Yes, sir!(—whatever your story is, I don't know whether we can believe you. I Raw you. You were in a most disgrnceful condition, disgraceful for a woman to be in-(Kate Wilson: I have been going on very steady. I was four days charring)- I don't know what you were doing. I saw you whatever. I was very porry to see you in that state. You will be dismissed conditionally that you leave the town at once —Kate Wilson: I'm going away at once. Thank you very much. MUSICAL FINANCE.— £ 9 16;1 was the gratifying profit that the Male Voice Choir made by their recent excellent concert. They have subscribed therefrom a guinea to both the Dispensary and the Nursing Institute. POLICEMAN v. PAINTER.—P.C. Casewell told the story of a Saturday night scene to the Borough Bench last Tuesday, when he charged Enoch Roberts, a painter, living on the Rhallt, of having been drunk and disorderly on February 6th. At 9-16 p.m., said he, when on duty on the Cross he heard someone going up Severn-street singing and shouting. When he came up to tne Cross be could see it was Roberts drunk, and there was a crowd of lads with him. Witness told him twice he had better go off the street; he did go up Broad-street a little distance, and then started again to use bad language, saying he didn't care for no policeman; that no —— policeman was going to lock him up! He refused to go, so witness took hold of him and was going to lock him up. He then said he would go home; his brother and some friends also promibed to see him home—Replying to Roberts, the constable denied having knocked him down.-Roberts: Well, gentlemen, I can get witnesses to prove it. I came up street with some lads, and you came and knocked me down.-P.C. Casewell: No, I didn't.-Roberts: You hit me! No, I did'nt. i took hold of you and pushed you.-Robertlil: Did you hit me here? (pointing to his left cheek). There's a scratch there.—P.C. Casewell: You fell down !-Robarts explained that he had been at Oswestry that Saturday, and went with some lads up street. If he had been drunk the constable would have locked him up.—The Bench fined him 10s, including costs, and he was allowed until .Saturday to pay. Miss BACON, THE BALLOONIST.—A WELSH- pool audience listened in the Town HALL last Friday night to the experiences of the first woman who has sailed in an airship she was Miss Bacon (daughter of the Rev J. M. Bacon, the noted balloonist), and her lecture, "My Adventures in Cloudland," closed this winter's series of four Gilchrist continuation lectures. Incidentally, Miss Bacon took care to state emphatically that she was not "Miss G. Bacon," one of the many militant suffragettes who have been arrested for forcing their attentions on Par- liament. Mr Charles Shuker presided, and the great feature of the evening consisted of the beautifully coloured limelight views I of cloudland scenes.

CEFN-Y-VAYNOR. INDUCTION.—The Rev Aled Hughes, of Cefn-y- vaynor and Berwydd, was inducted as pastor of the Ruyton and Wilcot Congregational Churche3. In the afternoon the Rev J. J. Poynter, of Oswes- try, gave the new pastor a hearty welcome, and the Rev J. Davies, Berriew, preached an appro- priate sermon in the evening. Of the value of the Rev Hughes' sermon in Montgomeryshire the following spoke :-Rev W. J. Lewis, Llandisilio; Rev J. Davies, Berriew; Mr J. M. Bennett, Coed- tafol; and Mr W. Jones, Penllwyn. The new pastor also gave a short address.

LLANBRYNMAIR, MESSRS P. Wilson-Jones and Davis conducted theii monthly sale of fat and store cattle at Llan- brynmair on Monday last and were favoured with an entry of nearly 100 cattle. Mr Jones's (Cleg- yrddwe) fat heifers made to i;17 10s; Mr W. E Lloyd four bullocks, 116; Mr Roberts, bullocks, £ 12 10s Mr Lewis Pugh's 10 Hereford bullocks to.912 apiece; Block bullocks £ 10 apiece; Mr Jarvis, six bullocks, XIU a fact apiece; Mr R. B. Cullen's six heifers to .£10 7s 6d; Mr Evans (Tyncaf), in calf heifers making to X- 12 5s. A few cows and calves made to .£13 10s. A very good company of buyers and a capital clearance was affected.

LLANFAIR-CAEREINION. IMPERIAL LEAGUE.—Mr Walter Lloyd Pierce gave one of his series of lectures on his visit to the schools in the United States and Canada, illustrated by lantern slides, at the Council School on Wednesday evening. The lecture was able, interesting, and instructive, which was much enjoyed by the crowded audience. TEMPERANCE.—A most interesting entertain- ment of a varied character was given at the Council Schools by the members of the Llanfair branch of the British Women's Temperance Association on Thursday evening, when the presi- dent of the branch (Mrs Davies,. High-street), in her usual able manner, occupied the chair. Har pointed and quaint remarks were greatly enjoyed. Plenydd was present on behalf of the United Kingdom Alliance, and gave a stirring address. The performances by the children, including recitations and action songs, were much appreciated, and the sketch, How I tamed my husband," acted by Mrs Evans, Bridge-street, Miss Lizzie Nutting, and Mr Freddie Jones, was capitally done. The room was crowded.

LLANIDLOES. ,is CANINE.—Between 800 and 900 exemptions from dog licenses were granted by the Llanidloes County Bench on Thursday. MARKET PRICES.—Butter Is 3d per lb, eggs 14 for 1b, fowls 4s 6d a couple, ducks 5s 6d, potatoes 3s 6d a cwt. A PROLIFIC EWE.—A ewe belonging to Mr Richard Ingram gave birth to four lambs on Friday night. THE STAG—Before the local Bench on Thurs- day Mrs C. E Lewis applied for the renewal of the license of the Stag Inn.—The Chairman (Mr T. F. Pryse): There has been a conviction, you had better be more careful as to how you conduct the house in future.—Mrs Lewis: I'll do my best. —The Chairman: I hope you'll be more careful The license was accordingly granted. FOOTBALL.- Lia rild loeb united met ADerysc- wyth Town and Gown XI. on the ground of the latter on Saturday in the 3rd round for the Welsh Amateur Cup. The home team scored two goals in the first half, but in the second portion the United put up a good fight, and succeeded in scoring, the houeur falling to C. Smith. No further goals were registered. The visitors played Niblett at left-half in the place of J. Evans. He played a strong game and is a great acquisition at a time when the committee experience some difficulty, through having players on the injured list, in turning out au efficient team. Roberts, the United custodian, gave a remarkably fine display of goalk-eping. I.O.G.T.—At a meeting of the Clywedog Lodge on Tuesday evening, two sketches, one by juveniles and the other by the sen- iors, were rehearsed before the lodge mem- bers. Bro. W. Thomas presided. CYMRODORION SOCIETY.-At Tuesday night's meeting, Mr J. G. Hughes, BA., read a paper on "Welsh Castles," and gave some interesting history of the castles of Conway, Carnarvon, Criqcieth, Harlech, Aberystwyth, Dinasbran, Caerphilly, Car- marthen, and Pembroke, which was greatly appreciated by members present. Mr G. Edmunds presided. THE BATTLE NOT ENDED—Mr Richard Benbow has commenced training his choir for the Llangurig Eisteddfod. The first practice was held on Tuesday night, when there were about sixty present. On the fol- lowing night, Messrs Lewis Evans and David Davies held a practice. One male voice choir has been raised under the con- ductorship of Mr Tom Phillips. TEA AND LECTURE.—A lecture on "Wilber- force" was delivered in the English Wes- leyan Chapel on Monday night by the Rev A. E. Guile, of Oswestry. There was a fairly large audience, who thoroughly en- joyed the interesting history of this great man. Councillor David Rees presided. In the afternoon a tea was held in the adjoin- ing schoolroom, presided over by the lady members of the church. SOCIAL.-A very enoyable social came off at the Town Hall Hotel on Wednesday evening, when the Borough Band Committee entertained the ladies who had assisted the band on various occasions in connection with their concerts, bazaar, etc. During the evening songs were given by Misses Bella Fairbairn, Bertha Morgan, and Mrs Francis Lewis, and a recitation by Miss Sally Owen. Mr Richard Benbow, band conductor, accompanied. A TARIFF GOSPFL.-And he went into a place called Llanidloes, and called unto him all the people that were therein. And behold those that came his disciples were outnumbered by the unbelievers. And he spake unto them this parable: And behold there was a place called Newtown, and strangers came in and traded there, selling their goods and wares in the market place. And certain of the elders of the city saw that this was not right, but because of their importunities they were not able to estab- lish a customs seat. But the elders of the city of Llanidloes were wise in their day and generation, and imposed a tax upon all strangers who came in and sold merchandise in that city. And he likened those who were free traders unto the elders of New- town, and tariff reformers unto the elders of the city of Llanidloes. And he reasoned with them, saying, Wherefore strangers that are without send goods and merchandise into our land, and we tax them not, but the goods we send unto them are taxed. Therefore, we will place upon their goods 1 ..&1- r.f. T In''t'r11nac a tax aiso, as lone wibc incii U* XJXCUUUIWO have, so that they shall pay in this manner towards our infirmities. And those that were his disciples marvelled at his wisdom, and clapped their hands and shouted with a loud voice. But the unbelievers laughed him to scorn. And there was of the whole of the unbelievers not one convert.

..¿o. PENSTROWED. CHURCH DEFENCE.—The Rev J. P. Lewis. M.A: rector of Llanystumdwy, Criccietb, delivered a very interesting and instructive address upon Church Defence," in the Church Room, on Thursday evening last. The chair was taken by the Ret. D. Basil-Jones, M.A., the rector of the parish. The remarks of the lecturer, who is so well known in the di icese, were much appreciated by the good number present, and an enthusiastic vote of thinks was accorded to him for his very able address. The hope was expressed that he would com* later on to address the Penstrowed branch of the Church of England Temperance Society.

3s. lJí d. a Week. "I am always in for something unpopular, was the candid confession that Mr Edward Davies, Felindre, made at the Forden Board of Guardians last Wednesday. At the last Board meeting I made some objection to increasirg the meney that we gave to the foster-parents for boarding-out children. I was quite conscientious, but the Newtown Paper seemed to say I did not advocate a rise in tho wages of the working man (laughter). Well, we didn't get the ques- tion of tho working men before us then." These observations preceded Mr Edward Davies' objection to increase the salaries of the "professional men "-Dr Thomas and Dr Kirk.- and the question of the boarded-out children' cronped up at a later stage of the meeting. The Clerk (Mr 0. S. Pryce) reported that in the Oswestry Union a maximum of 4s weekly per child was pa.id to tl'e foster-parent, and a total outfit on first boarding-out. Newtown and Llanidlces Union paid 2s 6d a week, and 13s each half-year towards clothing-the receipts for the latter to he shown to the relieving officer. Atcham Guardians allowed 4s 6d per week for maintenance, and 7s 6d per quarter for clothing they had to get the consent of the Local Government Board to the payment of 4s 6d. Llanfylhn fostev-parents were allowed last year 36 a week for maintenance and 5s a quarter for clothing; they are now allowed 3s 6d a week to cover maintenance and clothing, the Guardians providing a suitable outfit when the child is firt,t sent out. Mr A. E. Bond: We COMPARE FAVOURABLY, THEN? Mr Wiliiam Humphreys What do we give n°ThH Chairman (Mr YJ. Pritchard) Ours will compare very favcuraoly with the others. The Chairman Unfortunately wo have a letter from this woman, who E':J.}8 Bhe cannot keep the children unless she has more than 3s. It is not 0I1MRGHRICHARD Edwards: What ages are these two children ? The Clerk Eignt-and-a-half and four. Mr Edward Davies: I moved at the last Board that we don't. increase the amount that we give forthe boarding out of these children. I hav, enough courage to move the same thing to-daj —Haucrh'er)— despite all you have read. I need not say anything more to-day than I have said I think we pay pretty handsomely to board out these children. I won't enlarge any more, but 1 simply move that we don t increase their allow- aDMr Richard Edwaids seconded, expressing the opinion that the one party of the foster-parents intended to make something out of it. He knew neoDie who had taken a boy, and had two or three in the family. He did not know what they wanted the fo^er-child for, but they evidently- could see something to make out of it. The Board agreed to Mr Edward Davies pro- posal not to increase the allowance of 3s a week with .£1 a year for clothing. Mr Bond: I take it that we shall have thage children returned to us. The Chairman: We must let them know now.

LLANFYLLIN. V HOOTING.—A team from Llanfair rifle club defeated the homesters on Wednesday by 30 points ANOTHER SOCIETY.-On Wednesday a Cbarch of England's Men's Society was formed and officers appointed, with the Rector as president, and Mr F. Marsh, secretary. HEALTH STATISTICS.—At the meeting of the j Town Council on Tuesday, Dr F. Jones reported that the death rate for 1908 was 13.4 as against 16u, the average for the last 10 years. There was no death from consumption or epidemic. The birth rate was 23 9, a fall of 1.9 below the average Manure heaps left to accumulate were much too common. The drainB were well kept, and drink- ing water abundant. Various defects in the milk supply had been remedied during the year. In conclusion the Medical Officer expressed his appre- ciation of the work done by the Inspector, Mr Lloyd.

PONTDOLGOCH. THIS little village was on Wednesday week a scene of attraction. In addition to the ploughing matches a presentation was made by the tenantry on Miss Mytton's estate to their agent, Mr W. H. Morris, on the occasion of his marriage in Novem- ber lust, of a silver tea caddy. The presentation was made at the Mill, when the tenants met with Mr and Mrs Morris, and Mrs Kinsey, Maesmawr, and Mrs Kinsey, Winsbury. After a short address by Mr E. George, Mr Williams, Plas- awduon, was called upon to make the presentation, and Mr Joaes, Church House, also spoke, when the recipients left with the best wishes of3 all present. SARON AND SSHILOK UNITED LITERARY AND DEBATING SOCIETY.-In connection with the above Society a competitive meeting was held in Shiloh on Tuesday, The chair was taken by Dr Rees, Caersws, who conducted the proceedings with much acceptance. The meeting was;opened with a pianoforte duet by Miss Rosa Thomas and Miss Annie Corfield, and bardic addresses were given by Mr J. Williams, Llandinam, and Mr K. Jones, Pertheirin. The following is a list of successful competitors :—Recitation for children under 12, 1 John M. Jones, Pertheirin 2 Hilda Davies, Twllygraig; 3 Maurice Jones, Pertheirin, Recitation for children under 16, 1 Maggie Jones. Pertheirin; 2 Phebe Davies, Twllygraig; 3 A. J. Ffoulks, Coedycorddau. Recitation for adults, equal 1 Mr Emlyn Rees, Maesypandy, and Miss Annie Davies, Pertheirin. Six verses to the "Alabaster Box," 1 Mrs Rees, Rhiwrefail For the best programmes of ten subjects suitable for meetings of the Literary and Debating Society, equal J, Miss Jones, Church House, and Mr R. Williams, Red House 2 Mr J. T. Jones, Tanrallt. Saying a story after hearing it once, 1 Miss Lily Evans. Penlan. Translation from English to Welsh, 1 Mrs R. Williams, Red House. Transla- tion from Welsh to English, 1 Miss Jones, Church House. Solo for children under 12, 1 Maggie Ashton, Clatter. Solo for girls under 14, 1 M. E. Jones; 2 t>. C. Morgan, Ciatter. Solo for boys under 14, 1 Tom Ffoulks, Coedycorddau. Soprano solo, 1 Miss Catherine Humphreys, Old House. solo, 1 Miss Catherine Humphreys, Old house. Tenor solo, 1 Mr D. Jones, Garthbwt. Baritone solo, 1 Mr W. Thomas, Cefny wern; 2 Mr A. Jones, Garthbwt. Duet, 1 Messrs R. Jones, Glynawel, and A. Breese, Cae; 2 Messrs W. Jones, Glynawel. and A. Jones, Garthbwt. Trio, Messrs A., R., and T. Jones. Quartet, 1 Messrs A. and R Jones, and Misses Jana Jones and M. J. Rees. Male Toice choir, eight to twelve voices, In the sweet bye and. bye,' two parties competed, 1 Shiloh Party, conductor, Mr R. Jones 2 Saron Party, conductor, Mr D. Morris. Mixed voic- choir,' eight to twelve voices. The Heavenly Choir,' three parties competed, 1 Seion Party, conductor, Mr W. Thoma3. During the meeting a pianoforte solo was given by Miss Maggie Jones, Perthin, and Miss Evans, Llangurig, also delighted the audience with a beautiful solo. The adjudi- cators were Music, Mr Edwin Evans, Llanbryn- rnair; recitations and story, Mr J. Rees, Council School, Caersws; translations, Mr J. Williams, Council School, Carno; poetry, Mr Maurice Jones, Carno; programme. the Revs D. Davies, Church House, T. B. Evans, Carno, and W. Jones, Caersws. Miss Rosa Thomas, Caersws, efficiently carried out the duties of accompanist. The meeting was a thorough success from a competitive and a financial point of view. Votes of thanks terminated the meeting &t 11-40 p.m.

Should He be Pensioned ? A matter of particular interest to the Montgomeryshire Constabulary came before the notice of the Standing Joint Police Committee at Welshpool last Friday, when Chief Constable Holland appended to his report an application from Sergt. Thomas Morgans, Newtown, "which has my strong support, and which I trust will meet with A favourable reply." IN this letter Sergt. Morgans said: "I have completed 26 years' service in the Montgomeryshire Constabulary on Feb- ruary 9th. The distribution of my service is as followsSeven years and 234 days as constable, one year as acting sergeant, and 17 years and 131 days as sergeant in New- town. This entitles me to retire on pen- sion, two-thirds of my annual pay, amount- ing to P.60 16s 8D. I have no desire to retire at the present juncture, providing some in- ducement is offered rrie to continue in the service. I am 47 years of age, and feel as capable as ever 01 performing my duties. As I see at present no prospect of any fur- ther promotion, I therefore beg to apply under Section 1. of 6., Edward VII., chap- ter 7, for an increase in my salary. Should I retire at the present time, I feel sure that I can obtain some employment, the re- muneration of which Would more than make good the difference between the pension I should receive and my present pay, and my duties would not nearly be so onerous and exacting." Captain Owen Johnes: There was an ap- plication very similar to this one made by Inspector Tanner, wasn't there? Captain Mytton (the chairman): They are not quite on a par, in my opinion. Here is a man who seems to be perfectly capable of performing his police duties, and under the new Act a man is allowed to con- tinue in the force. lie doesn't get an in- crease of pension by an increase of salary. Head OonstaDie .Holland: JNlo, sir. it is not pensionable. Captain Mytton: The county of Mont- gomery, if they lose Sergt. Morgans' ser- vices, would be put to the expense of a ser- geant's pay,—(Colonel Twyford: A ser- geant's pension?)—and my opinion in this case is that Sergt. Morgans seems such an efficient officer that it would be an advan- tage to the county to retain his services. Mr C. J. Newell agreed that it would be a pity to lose the services of Sergt. Mor- gans, who was a very capable and vigorous man; but, at the same time, the matter ought to be looked into all through, and he moved that a committee be appointed to consider whether they should adopt this particular Act. They should remember that they would have other persons to deal with similarly in a very little while. The Clerk (Mr G. D. Harrison) read the report of the committee that dealt with In- spector Tanner's application for an increase. While fully satisfied that the inspector had been a very efficient and valuable officer, at the same time they considered that if the application was granted, considering the long period of the inspector's service, it might tend to hinder promotion and cause dissatisfaction amongst other mem- bers of the force. Mr C. W. Humphreys seconded Mr New- oil's proposition, saying that he had objec- ted to increase Inspector Tanner's pay be- RMSE it would tend to stop promotion. Of COURSE, there was a big difference in the ages of the inspector and the sergeant, but there M-ORE several men about Morgans' age who •vovld very soon be applying for superan- nuation. It would be a good thing to in- nvire whether their services could be re- t-ii-ed without discouraging promotion lower rhwn in the ranks. fr Newell: I notice in Denbighshire the CHI^F constable has objected to the Act en- tirely. CAPTAIN Johnes: We are not bound by Denbighshire. Mr Newell: Certainly not. Cantain Mytton, Messrs C. J. Newell, C. W Humphreys, Richard Jones, Richard Jones, and Colonel Twyford were then ap- pointed a sub-committee to consider Sergt. Morgans' aplication and the general work- ing of the Act.

RE]^0YATI0N OF NEWTOWN REI%L JPARISH CHURCH. Although one of /he most arresting edifices in Newtown, by reason of K8 Prominent position, the briok-built parish church not pretentious in architectural glory, and tmiil recently i s unadorned exterior consisted wifcJ a severely plain and somewhat cold interior Now, however, the appearance of the interior has undergt;'ae a complete transformation, and hearty congrega- tional congratulations are being showered upon the churchwardens—Messrs A. 1. Goest and C. W. Norton-whose" ambitious programme," as it was termed, has beautified and adorned the sanctuary, brightened and warmed its entire aspect, and also substantially enhanced the com- fort and convenience of the worshippers. On entering the church one is delightfully im- pressed with the striking and wonderful change that has been effected. Grey walls, once bleak and cold, are now resplendent in colours that not only harmonise, but befit the character of the edifice. To the height of 6ft. they are painted in a rich shade of carmine, and mounted with a floral frieze in gilt and tinted brown. This pleas- ing effect is produced by a combination of admir- able taste, design, an4 artistic skill. Up to the coiling the walls are done in a delicate cream, and so are the graceful arches, whose ornate features are dressed in commingling colours and studded with gilt, the whole being a fine achievement. All the wood mouldings in the ceiling and else- where have been painted in the same dark brown, the beams cleaned and varnished, and the pews similarly treated. The pillars are freshened, and appear so well in keeping with the general sur- roundings that one might imagine they were I painted to match. On the whole the colour har- monies are exquisite, and in some of the minute parts run the gamut tnrougn aimosi every graus- tion of tint. Formerly illuminated by gas brackets of th old-fashioned eight-star lights pattern, the church is now equipped with two rows of plain, yet beau- tiful three-arm brass pendants fitted with incande- scent burners. Last night we viewed the renova- tions under the new illumination, and found it difficult to determine whether they showed to greater advantage in daylight or gaslight. But beautiful as is the church itself, the finest artistic work is witnessed in the chancel, the ceil- ing of which has been magnificently embellished iu firmament blue, in which are set a myriad of gilt stars. This handsome decoration, set off by carved and finely tinted rosettes at the quar- terings, cannot, of course, be seen from the body of the church, but what at once engages the atten- tion of those in the pews is a lovely coloured scroll on either side of the grand stained chancel window-" Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God of Hosts —each of the capital letters standing out in bold relief. Then the sides of the chancel are enriched with a choice brown, diapered with fieurs-de-lis. The greatest enrichmeEt of all, however, is the panelling of the chancel with portions of the his- toric rood screen which originally came from Abbey Cwmhir to the Old Church at Newtown, and was subsequently relegated to a cellar at the Rectory. Its dishonoured resting-place has fre- quently been the subject of regretful reference by local antiquarians, but once more this invaluable relic is restored to its primeval position, and needless to say it lends to the church an interest possessed by few of even the more ancient churches. In the work of pannelling not a single piece of the screen vas required to be cut, and no damage has been done to its rare carving, over the exquisite details of which one can long linger in admira- tion. New lights have also been introduced into the chancel, and the choir stalls overhauled and cleaned, while the vestries have been similarly treated. The whole renovation refl- cts great credit upon the contractor—Mr C. A. PhiUipson, Whittingcoa, who carried out what, in some respects, was a difficult task without accident, and without requiring the church to be closed for a single Sunday. The architectural design was that of Mr W. H. Spaull, the diocesan architect, Oswestry, who must be complimented upon its skilful con- ception. We also note that the church has been furnished with a new set of neat hassocks in crimson. The churchwarden's programme provided not only for the renovation of the church, but also for an improvement of its amenities, as well as an overhauling ot the rooting ana drainage, A" present the approach to the church from the gate is anything but pleasing to the eye. Common iron hurdles Bank the sides of the walk, and in place of these an ornamental upright unclimbable fence is beim; erected. Around the church grounds a similar fence will be put up to prevent trespass. On behalf of the congregation, the whole work has been constantly supervised by Messrs Norton and Guest, who must feel abundantly rewarded for a great expenditure of time and trouble, by the beautification of the church, and the universal satisfaction which is expressed. But what is by far the most important and costly item in the scheme has yet to be accom- plished, viz,, the entire re-construction of the organ. The instrument is a remarkably fine speci- men of the work of the famous Henry Willis, and ..as erected about half-a-century ago. It was at first intended to merely repair the organ, intro- ducing the tubular pneumatic system instead of the present worn-out and noisy action. But investigation showed that to bring the instrument up to date, not only repair, but re-construction and additions were imperative, and, although the sum required to effect this seemed considerable, the churchwardens deemed it their duty to recommend the more expensive but" thorough" plan. A meeting of parishioners was held on Saturday evening, under the presidency of the Rector (Canon Williams), when Mr A. I. Guest fully explained the proposals, and gave all the necessary information. After some discussion, his recom- mendations were accepted in their entirety, and the work of re-construction was directed to be entrusted to the capable care of Messrs Bishop, cf London, at a cost not exceeding £ 500. This result is especially gratifying, not only to churchmen, but also to all music lovers in th9 district, and we have little doubt that the courage and prescience of the churchwardens will be fully justified. In out next issue we hope to give the full specification of the organ when completed..

CLODDIA. THE annual tea party took place at the Primitive Methodist Chapel on Thursday last, when a large number sat down to the excellent repast provided the tables being presided over by Mrs Evans, Mrs Howells, Mrs Davies, Mrs Rees, Mrs Morris, Mrs W. Rees, Mrs Matthews, and Mrs Thomas, assis- ted by Messrs J. Davies, and L Matthews. In the evening a capital programme was gone through to a very crowded and delighted audience, the Rev W. S. Howlett presiding. The following rendered their efficient and highly appreciative gprvices.-S--)ngs, Misses S. and J. Howells, Miss Matthews, Miss Lloyd, Miss Howells, Mr Sinclair Jones, Mr Bert Jones, Mr Kirkwood, Mr W. Howells, and Mr E. Howells; a duet by Miss M. Francis and Mr J. Jones, and some quartettes by Misses K. and N. Francis and Messrs J. and D. Jones; recitations by Miss A. Stephens and Mr Alfred' Jones, who also presided at the organ, assisted by Miss Matthews.

TREGYNON. D.&-xcm.-The dancing clais wound up with a "long night" in the schoolroom on Friday week. There was a large attendance of the disciples of Terpsichcre, and dancing was kept up till the early hours of the morning. The room was nicely decorated and draped. Refreshments were pro- vided by Mr Roberts, and gave every satisfaction. The arrangements were in the hands of a capable committee, of which Mr A. R. C. Hall was secre- tary. The music was supplied by Mr Johnson, Newtown. The surplus will be handed to the w,dow of the late Mr Tom Owen, of Newtown. SUPPER.-The keepers and beaters on Gregynog Estate were entertained to a supper at the Tem- perance Hotel on Saturday week, at the expense of Lord Joicey. The chair was occupied by Mr Robert Phillips, and the vice-chair by Mr R. A. Swettenham. There was a goou IUUBW »uu imple justice was done to the good things provided by Host Phillips- The subsequent pro- ceedings consisted of song, toasts, etc., and a capital programme was provided. The Chairman referred to the recent serious accident which the Bon. DreTor Joicey bad met with. and proposed a vote of sympathy with Lord and Lady Joicey, vhich was seconded by the vice-chairman and carried. The proceedings concluded by singing the National Anthem.

HOW NEWTOWN RESPONDED. REMARKABLE SCENES OF ENTHUSIASM AT TERRITORIAL MEETING. ■■ In order to attract recruits, the B Com- pany of the 7th Royal Welshr Fusiliers marched through the town on. Saturday evening. With torchlights, and both the Battalion band and buglers in attendance, the men, in their khaki tunics, left the head- quarters at 6-30, and attracted large crowds. The route taken was via Broad-street, High- street, Park-street, New-road, Kerry-road, btone-street, thence over the Bank, Severn- street, Penygloddfa, and then to headquar- ters. Captain Arbuthnot was in command. Afterwards a mass meeting and smoking concert was held in the Public Hall, when Captain Arbuthnot presided over a large audience. He was supported by Major A. W. Pryce-Jones, Dr Shearer, Messrs E. Pryce-Jones, Sydney Powell, .W P. Phillips, and T. Meredith. Eloquent addresses were given by these gentlemen on Territorialism. In the course of his address, Major Pryce- Jones made the gratifying announcement that a Calvinistic Methodist minister had consented to be nominated as a chaplain to the "Seventh." During the evening a miscellaneous pro- gramme was shared by the following:—The Battalion Band (under Bandmaster Tom Reynolds), the Cedewain Band (under Mr J. Morris), Messrs Charles Birch, Norman Ed- wards, and Master Nolan Oliver. Some splendid martial choruses were rendered by the Cambria Male Voice Choir (conducted by Mr John Evans). The accompanist was Mr Ernest Owen. A remarkable scene was witnessed at the conclusion of the programme. The Chair- man invited the young men present to en- roi themselves in the ranks ot the "Seventh," and at once a move was made by smart young fellows to the ante-room, where the attestation forms would be filled up, and the usual oath of allegiance taken. One after another filed to the front, amidst great excitement and continued rounds of cheering. Meanwhile the Band had re- mounted the platform, and poured forth the inspiring strains of the Battalion route marching-song—"Conway by the sea." It seemed as if there would be no termination of the exhibition of martial spirit. The clerks were kept busy, and when the last oath had been taken, Sergt .-Major Heap announced, amidst volleys of cheers, that no less than forty-one recruits had been enrolled. Although this result may be considered unique in the history of Newtown, Captain Arbuthnot is not satisfied, and intends seek- ing further additions at Kerry and Bettws. The success of the concert, and, indeed, of the whole movement, is largely due to the efforts of the popular Colour-Sergeant— J. Morgan Jones—who has worked like a Trojan. COMPANY ORDERS. B Company will parade at the Armoury at seven o'clock on Thursday evening, to proceed to Kerry, when a public meeting will be held at the club room of the Herbert Arms. Dress—Drill order, khaki. Band and Buglers to attend. All recruits will parade at the Armoury on Monday and Wednesday at eight o'clock, and at the General Parade on Thursday at seven o'clock. R. J. W. ARBUTHNOT, Captain.

Llandrindod Wells County Court. SERIOUS ALLEGATIONS AGAINST THE RADNORSHIRE COAL, LIME. AND GENERAL SUPPLY CO., LTD. Sir,—In your last issue you report a case in which my company sued Mr W. N. Swet- tenham for goods sold and delivered. The company obtained judgment for the full amount claimed, but during the hearing of the case, Mr Swettenham made serious al- legations against the company, which were grossly untrue, and, as His Honour the Judge pointed out, "quite improper." I am advised that as these allegations were made by a witness during the hearing of the case, Mr Swettenham is absolutely privi- leged and protected from any liability in re- spect of same, of which fact he was doubt- less well aware. If, however, he will repeat them under circumstances which will enable my company to proceed against him, as he has already been challenged to do, proceed- ings will at once be taken.—Yours faithfully, ROWLAND TEXCH, Manager for the Radnorshire Coal, Lime, and General Supply Company, Ltd. Knighton, February 25th, 1909. "A MACHYNLLETH FAJRCE." Sir,—I am sure our Urban Council will think it quite a piece of audacity on my part to dare refer to such a distinguished body, and to insinuate such charges as we have against them as a Council. I heard they were going to inaugurate the sewerage scheme. We laughed outright, and thought what a farce! I thought what a fuss, when I know of all the poor, wailing Jeremiah's there are in the town to night groaning in their dirty, squalid surroundings, without any hope of deliverance whatever from any of these gentlemen, who are congratulating themselves on the splendid condition of our town, which, in my opinion, is the dirtiest and most squalid in the Principality. These gentlemen know no more about the condi- tion of its slums than the moles under- ground.—Yours, etc., SANITAS.

Two Resolutions. ONE TAKEN, THE OTHER LEFT, JFR FORDEN. "THE BURDEN ON LAND." From Farnham (Surrey) Rural District Council the Forden Rural Council received the following resolution last Wednesday That the attention of the Local Government Board be drawn to the insufficient powers pos- sessed by Rural District Councils to secure an open area of open land around new houses sufficient for the disposal upon it of the domestic sewage arising from the house, particularly as owing to the erection of houses on spaces of inadequate areas, the Council have met with serious d:fficulties and expenses in connection with drainage schemps, and are apprehensive of further difficulties unless additional powers are granted." Forden Rural Council has never embarked on any drainage scheme, and the Chairman (Mr J. T. Ward) remarked We haven't had any difficulty, have we s The Clerk (Mr C. S. Pryce) I don't tnink so. Mr John EJwards: That is meant more for Urban Councils, I n'nould think. Mr Percival Hurlbutt: Yes; I move that it lie on the table —Agreed. From the Central Land Association there came I a request to adopt a resolution to aid the efforts of those members of Parliament (belonging to both political parties) who propose at the opening of next session and before the introduction of the Budget to bring forcibly to the attention of the Government the unfaTrness of the burdens which ratepayers are now required to bear, and which seem likely to increase still further if local authoritiesre honestly and thoroughly to carry out the duties which Parliament, by fresh legisla- tien, is c >nst»ritly ;>mposinir upon them." The resolution read: "That the Government be requested to give to Local Taxation a promi- nent place in the legislation of the session of 1909 with a view to relieving the rates of some of the undue burdens now placed upon them." nr. r j. J" -r ..J 1 ne Uentr*! band Association vot wilicq Liora I Onslow is chairman) made no proposal to relieve the rent-payers, but the Forden Chairman (Mr J. T. Ward) ob-'jrved that the resolution did affect them. There is already too much burden on the land." Mr John Edwards I quite agreed with that. I want all these rates to come on the Imperial Exchequer. Everybody travels the road and they I ought to pay. j .3 | The resolution was unanimously adopted.

MACHYNLLETH. MoBE LAURELS for singing were brought t.? Wachynlleth by Mr Maidwy 11 Fvans, who won the tenor solo championship at the Coliseum, Aberystwyth FREE EDUCATION.-At Friday's meeting of the County School GLIDors the chairman said the amount of Scfcool feee still outstanding was JS49 10s. The individual cases were taken in com- mitt.fe, and no doubt drastic treatment will be meted out where necessary. GOLF.—A competition took place on Saturday. when there were 10 entries. The result was a tie between Messrs R. H. and C. L. Jones-Evan^, whose net scores were 83. Another competition is to be held shortly, the course is in capital con- dition, and new members are being enrolled. SATURDAY NIGH7 CONCERT -Anciber success- ful concert was held on Saturday night at the Town Hall, the chair being taken by Mr J. T. Humphreys (National Provincial Bank) There was a crowded attendemee as usual. The second part of the programme was devoted to classical music, and great praise is due to Mr Burbridge for the excellency of it. CYMREIGTDDION.—Mr Edward Rees presided at Tuesday s meeting and Mr Edward Jones, M.A. read a paper. The following officers for the en- suing session were elected—Pesident: Mr Ed- ward Rees, J.P. Vice-president: Rev D. Cnnllo Davies; Treasurer: Mr E Llew Evans; Secre- taries Rev Wmon Evans and Mr D. Phillip Jones,

CARNO. AT the competitive meeting ef the Calvinistic Methodists which was held on the 19th inst, the following acted as adjudicators --Mr P. Wilson Jones, Newtown, music Rev T Llewelyn Thomas, Cemmaes, poetry and recitations. Miss F. J. Lloyd, L.R.A.M., Carno, was the accompanist.

ICASTLE-CABRBINION. PARISH COUNCIL.—A meeting was held on Friday when there weie present Messrs W. E. Jones (chairman), J. Holloway, J. Thomas, W. Colley, W. Jones, R. Thomas and the Clerk (Mr H. J. Gittins). The list ef parish constables was p-esented and approved. The annual parish meet- lDgiwas fixed for March 26th.

"Unsightly: That's All!" Having received complaints from time to time of the pollution of Lkindjssil brook, Sanitary inspector W. Davies suggested to the Forden Rural Council, l&st Wednesday, the advisability of erecting notice boards warning the inhabitants. He said the complaint was that pigs' entrails had been thrown into the brook, but when he went there the cause of complaint had dis- appeared. The Clerk (Mr C. S. Pryce): Does it create a nuisance, or is it a question under the Rivers* Pollution Act ?-YPE!, undoubtedly: Pigs' entrails thrown into the brook would create a nuisance, for the siwple reason that people below would be using the watar for washing clothes, and that sort of thing! Mr Hurlbutt: Are not there some privies emptying into the brook ?—I am told they empty into the brook, but I am not in a position to prove it. The Clerk: It would be a question for the River Conservators under the Rivers Pollution Act, if it is a question ot polluting the stream. Mr Hurlbutc: The nuisance arises from being not in the stream so much as being left on the bank, I suppose ?—Well, it would be a nuisance, of course in the stream. The stream is E-hall, w. Mr John Edwards There would be no harm in putting the notice up. Mr Edward Davies: If the Board of Conserva- tors are responsible they should take action, not us' Replying to Mr Davies, the Inspector observed that he would not say it was dangerous to health. But there might be a nuisance that was not dan- gerous to health. Mr Davies: UnsightJy, that's all Mr Hurlbutt: I propose that no action be taken at present. The Council agreed.

A most interesting agricultural case at Church— stoke, Welshpool Farmers' Association, and a description of the Montgomeryshire stock at the London Shire Horse Show will be found in the Farmers' page of our next issue. u SALES OF FEEEHOLD FARMS IN MOKTOOHKBT- sHip.r,Messrs Cooke Bros. & Roberts, huctioneees and valuers, Newtown, have recently effected sales by private treaty of the following farms :— Glascwm, in the parish of Liangurig, c mprising 209 acres, 2r. 5p. of pasture, meadow, arable and hill land; Hendre, in the parish of Mochdre, a farm of 83 acres of arable, pasture, meadow and woodland. The prices in each case was considered satisfactory. THE CAMBRIAN RAILWAYS.—Mr David Davies. M.P., presided over the hall-yearly meeting of th« shareholder's of the Cambrian Railways. A deter- mined attack on the management of the'Company was made for a section of shareholders, by Mr Sydney Herbert, who demanded the retirement of the Chairman of Directors, Mr Baiky Hawkins. The Chairman said he was confident that with the assistance of a railway and finance expert the position of the Company would improve; a financial expert has already been appointed. HOCKEY.—A meeting of delegates from ladieB Hockey Club in Montgomeryshire was held at the Cross Restaurant, Newtown, on Thursday, when it was decided a Ladies County Hockey Associa- tion to be called the Montgomeryshire Ladies Hockey Association Miss Ethel Woosnam (New- town) was appointed secretary. A match has already been arranged with the Shropshir ladies and will be played on the Newtown ground on the 21th inst.

THE COLONEL REPLIES TO AN EXPRESS QUERY. At Llanidloes, on Tuesday evening, in the course of a tariff reform speech, Colonel Pryce-Jones referred to the leading article in last week's 'Express,' wherein he was asked to reconcile the exclusion of foreign manufactures with the revenue derivable from the taxation of these goods. The point, he said, which the 'Express I made out was that he could not have it both ways. He said most emphatically tnat iney snouki have it both ways. If they put a duty on foreign goods coming into this country, a certafh quantity would not come in. They would admit that. Therefore, they should have to make more goods in our own coun- try, which would give more employment to the working classes. A duty on manufac- tured goods and other goods coming intot this country would stop a very large quan- tity of goods coming in, but whatever came in they put a duty of 10 per cent, on, which would be paid to their own Exchequer, and that would increase their revenue, and with that revenue they could reduce their own local taxes which they paid.

MR. DAVID D IVIES' FOX HOUNDS WILL MEET Monday, March 1st New Mills Wednesday, March 3rd Llawr-v-glyn Saturday, March 6th Leighton Bridge at 10-30 a.m.

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