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jnbwtown TTA-RRY JONES, 5, Kerry-road, Wholesale and Retail Confectioner, Tobacconist, and Fruiterer. ANTICIPATIONS FOR SPRING.—New and Dis- • tinctive Styles in Millinery now showing at Misses Goodwin, 7 Market-street.— £ Advt. COAL AND LimE.-If you want good quality Coal at reasonable prices, either in truck or cart loads, or in cwt. sacks, try JOHN SMOUT, No. 13, Canal Wharf, Newtown. lAdrt. MK. T. MALDWYN PBICE, R.A.M., visits Newtown on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Lessons given in Singing, Pianoforte, Violin, and Cello. He may be seen at Mr Fvan Bebb's, Broad- street, or Salop-road, Welshpool. TO FARMERS.—C. W. Norton, Broad-street, Newtown, has been fortunate in securing the best samples of home-grown Red Clover grown in the county. Book your orders early to secure the best, at the low price offered.—[Advt. PARENTS PLEASE NOTE.-A pure sweet gives not only pleasure, but also nourishment to grow- ing children. All the ingredients used in making Ann Taylor's Everton Toffee are pure and whole- some. It is as nourishingas it is delicious. IF YOU have a bad cough and a good shilling you can part company with both by purchasing a bottle of Owen's Cough Elixir, a never failing remedy. Prepared and sold only by F. J. Nash, M.P.S., Chemist, Broad-street, Newtown.—Advt. F. J. NASH, M.P.S., Chemist, Optician, 43, Br lad-street, Newtown, attends from 8-30 a.m. until 7 p.m. daily at the above address, and will test your sight free of charge. Eyeglasses and spectacles of every description kept in stock. Oculist prescriptions a speciality.—Advt. A FREE GIFT.—Homesteads of 160 acres are given free, on condition of settlement, to a farm a jrvant who goes to Canada. In 1896, less than 1,000 of such Homesteads were taken; in 1905, over 30,000 were taken. Do you want one ? Then consult E. H MORGAN, Jeweller, Broad-Street, who is an appointed shipping agent, and will ad- vise you how to get one. Work guaranteed to Farm Servants and Domestic Servants.- [Advt;.] THE fair will be made attractive by Mr P. Collins' Wonderland Exhibition, and a hobt of other novelties. PERSONAL.—Mr P. Wilson-Jones who was recently appointed Director of Small Holdings for the County of Montgomeryshire, will shortly retire from his seat on the County Council, and thus a vacancy will be created in the Carno Division. HocKEY.-On Saturday, the results were— men's match: Bishop's Castle, 1, Newtown, 0; Ladies' match: Newtown, 2. Aberystwyth College, 1. There will be no county match played on Wednesday next. BAPTIST MUTUAL.—On Thursday evening last the President (Mr T. Parry Jones) entertained the members of this society to extracts and read- ings from Bellamy's Looking Backward," which was greatly enjoyed by those present. APPOINTMENT.—At the Caersws Board of guar- dians on Wednesday, in accordance with notice of motion, Mr Samuel Powell proposed and Mr William Alderson seconded th,tt Dr Alfred Shearer be appointed Medical Officer of Health or the Newtown district. The resolution was carried unanimously. FOOTBALL.—North End played Aberystwyth College at Aberystwyth on Saturday in a Mont- gomeryshire Le,gue Match, and were defeated by 5 goals to n.l,-Newtown Half Holiday were engaged in a friendly match with the Hockey Club team en Thursday, and the game resulted in a draw of 6 goals each. WEDDING.—The marriage took place on Wednes- • day, at Birmingham (by special licence), of Mrs Handy, widow of the late Mr John Hanay, Frank- well, Newtown, to Mr C. R. Dalgeish, architect and surveyor. The bride was attended by Mrs Elliot, while Mr Wood, of Birmingham, acted as best man. The bride was the recipient of a num- ber of useful presents. THE third of a Series of Services of Praise was given in the Congregational Chapel on Sunday evening, and was wholly devoted to the hymns of Dr Horatius Bonar. The pastor (Rev E. Jones- Williams) gave some interesting particulars of the life and life-work of this -,rear,-(shall we greatest?) -bymn- writer, and the service was bcth instructive in its method and inspiring in its result. HOCKEY.—At Welshpool, on Saturday week, the ,Llanfyllin ladies met the Newtown County School girls when a grand match was witnessed, the Newtown girls winning by 3 goals to 0. The Llanfyllin goal was good and their forwards were vary fast, but the Newtown defence was sound. '-The goals were scored by Elsie Jones (2) and Maud Morgan. The players were entertained to tei at the Bull Hotel. T" T:'f.3_3- \1.1. n," PROMOTION.- Mr uavia nctwarue, uuuum contractor, Burnt Green, Worcestershire, son of the lata Mr Evan Edwards, and who was appren- ticed to the late Mr Edward Williams, builder, formerly of Newtown, has just had the honour of being made president of the Bromsgrove and District Master Builders and Allied Trades Association for the present year, and his many friends are confident that he will fill the post with credit to himself and to his native town. P.P.E.—The Victoria Hall, on Saturday eve- ning, contained another crowded audience on the occasion of the weekly Penny Popular. Mr Sydney H. Jarvis presided, and the following took part in an ezcellent programme Mr J. C. Gittins' Orchestra, Misses Winnie Phillips, Annie Jones, Master Emrys Tanner, and Mr Hugh Jones, together with an amusing sketch, entitled: Household Cases." performed by Misses Pugh, Hudson, Liddle, and DavieEl. Mrs. George Astley was the accompanist, BOWLING CLUB.—The Annual Meeting was held at the Bear Hotel on Friday, under the chairmanship of the retiring president, Mr P. Wilson-Jones. The balance sheet showed a debit balance, which the chairman generously cleared off. Last season's matches resulted in an un- broken series of success. The officers for the year were elected:—President, Mr. Edward Powell, Plasybryn; Vice-president, Mr C. W. Norton; Treasurer, Mr J. Arthur Jones; Finan- cial Secretary: Mr Tom Phillips; Committee: Dr. Wilson. Mr G. Claffey, Mr D. Bunford, Mr Harry Roberts.—The appointment ot secretary ■ was deferred. SHOPPII;G.-Complaints concerning the in- adequate provisions made by shopkeepers to meet the demands of the modern shopper are frequent, and townspeople freely avail themselves of the cheap trips to Manchester, Liverpool, and Birmingham to do their shopping in those -centres. The complaints mentioned usually came from persons who have not given the home market a fair trial. For instance, the splendid stock of patterns in ladies dress materials and fabrics which is being shdwn by Mr D. H. Lewis, of Trade Hall, should obviate any such migration afield for shopping. A beautiful range of the very choicest stuffs for wear can be viewed, and the ffhopper who would call and see for himself would be both astonished and delighted. PREBENTAIONs.-On Wednesday at the R.W.W' Recreation Rooms, two presentations took place- Miss Laura Roberts, on the occasion of her marriage, wjrf presented with a silver tea service by her fellow workers and friends. Miss Roberts has been associated with Messrs Pryce Jones, Ltd. for many years, and identified herself on many occasions with the organisations of various enter- tainments that took place from time to time. Mr T. Meredith, in making the presentation of a silver service, said they were very pleased to know that Miss Roberts was about to wed, and she was going to a very comfortable home. At the same time, Miss Robert's numerous friends were very sorry that she was leaving them and she would be very much missed. They wish her a long life and every possible happiness.—The marriage pre- sentation to Mr Pryce Wilson took the form of a very handsome marble clock and a piece of silver Mr Wilson had also been connected with the R.W.W. for many years, and was manager of the printing department. His fellow workeis and friends could not allow the occasion to pass with- out showing their-appreciation of his good fellow- ship and willingness at all times to take part in the musical line. He was a member of the Musical Committee in connection with R.W.W. Festival, and also of the dancing committees. Mr T. Meredith made both the presentations on behalf of the subscribers. Other subscribers who made brief speeches were Messrs George Woosnam. William Davies, H. Liptrot, and Rowley Pugh. EISTEDDFOD.—The annual meeting of the General Committee of the above was held at the Market-street Coffee House on Wednesday last, when Mr J. Arthur Jones (N.P. Bank), presided over a good attendance. The Hon. Sec. (Mr W. E. Gordon), presented a balance sheet of the last eisteddfod, which showed a surplus of -631 68. 2d. On the proposition of Mr P. Wilson-Jones, seconded,by Mr E. W. Hamer, the statement of accounts was passed, and it was resolved that the balance be disposed of as follows: An honorarium of six guineas to the SecrAtary,.£8 6s. 8d, to the Newtown and District Nursing Association, and the same amount to the Independent Order of Rechabites and the Reserve Fund. It was decided to hold the Eisteddfod on Friday, December 3'st, 1909, in preference to New Year's Day, which next year falls on Saturday. Votes of thanks were passed to Mr J. Arthur Jones (chairman of committee), for the interest he has taken in the work, and also to the Presidents, Conductors, and Sub- scribers. The special thanks of. the Committee were also tendered to Miss Mary Thomas, Gorphwysfa, for the rich musical treat she gave at the meetings, and to Miss Beatrice Gittins. who accompanied her. The following officials were appointed for the ensuing year—Presidents Canon Woosnan (Aberhafesp Hall), and A. E. Humphreys-Owen, Esq. (Glansevern). Conductor: Mr P. Wilson-Jones. Mr Wilson-Jones expressed a wish to be relieved of the post, but yielded to the strong desire of the members to undertake the duties for another year. Chairman of Committee: Mr J. Arthur Jones, Hon. Sec.: Mr W. E. Gordon. The various committees were re-appointed, with the following additions- Literary Committee Mr Ivor Jones, M.A., in place of Mr R. S. Forrester Art Committee: Mrs J. T. C. Gittins, in place of Mrs Forrester; J. E. Lane Griffiths. It was decided to request the committee to have their reports ready to present to the General Committee on May 12th. Lecture.—Mr Field presided over the weekly meeting of the Wesley Guild on Wednesday evening, when an interesting and instructive lecture on Personal Care of Health" was given by Dr F. Wilson. The Municipal Elections.—There are no new candidates, and there will be no con- test this year. Those re-nominated for the town ward are Messrs G. H. Ellison, John Humphreys, and Richard Barnes; for Llan- llwchaiarn ward, Mr David Jones. In the Newtown ward also Mr J. H. Jones will retain his seat.
LLANFYLLIN.
LLANFYLLIN. At the Board of Guardians, Miss M. A. Jones, the children's attendant and assist- ant matron at the Workhouse, tendered her resignaion upon taking up a new appoint- ment. This was accepted, and it was de- cided to advertise for a successor.-Applica- tions for the vacant post of porter at the Workhouse were received from Wallace T. Godber (22), Penybrayn, Llanfyllin; Robert T. Roberts, 4, Church View, Llangynog; Charles Roberts, Smithy, Llandysilio; John Regan, Llanfair; George Astley, Llanfair; John Rees, Tregynon; T. Herbert Morris, Llanrhaiadr. Voting was by ballot, and re- sulted as follows:—Morris 8, Rees 8, Godber' 2, Astley 2, Regan 1. Finally, Mr Morris w'as appointed by twelve votes to nine.
Rates on Houses.
Rates on Houses. Sir,—May I, through your columns, ask: Can any of your readers tell me, how are rates on houses arrived at, or on what basis are they made ? I had an idea that some 15 per cent. off the rental value formed the rateable value, but that does not hold good in this district since I, with a smaller cottage, and less rent than most of my neighbours, am called upon to pay as much rates as any of the rest and more than some of them.- Yours obediently, PUZZLED RATEPAYER. Mochdre, March 19th.
"Something Wrong at Manafon."
"Something Wrong at Manafon." Sir,—I object strongly to your paragraph in your last issue under the heading of Something wrong at Manafon," and am of opinion it ought not to have appeared in public print. My reasona are as follows:—(1) It is an ex-parte statement. (2) The matter will apparently become sub judice. (3) The inter-meddling of the Parish Council is ultra vires, and (4) it is not likely to do me any good—to put it mildly. The fact that Mr David Owen Jones is also Clerk to the Palish Council does not appear. I regret that the Education Committee should allow such a letter to appear before an inquiry is held-surely a better way might be found. The inquiiy will probably be held in camera, and I hope to be supplied with copies of all letters written by Mr D. O. Jones purporting to come from the managers, or I may be taken by surprise and not able to make the best of my defence. With regard to the statement which appears in public print, viz., That children were leaving to attend other schools," I do n&t hesitate to refute publicly, as it may be done by figures. I com- menced duty here on October 1st, 1907 Number on books October 1st, 1907. 72 Left since (deduct) 20 52 Admitted since (add) 4 On registers now 56 The total of 20 as above is made up as under Gained scholarships and attend County school. o Left, being over 14 years old, 9, private school, 1. 10 Left district 3, in hospital 1 4 Gone to Dwrhiew school 2, and Berriew 1 « Total 20 I think I might as well be blamed because the birth-rate is going down. I am happy to say that I am on good terms with my Managers as a body. -I am, sir, yours faithfully, GEO. PYBUS, Manafon, Berriew, Mont., March 18th, 1909.
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Married Women in School- Sir,—In view of the glut in the teaching profession, so far as women teachers are concerned, the question of the employment of married women teachers is a subject that should be taken in hand immediately by the Montgomeryshire Education Authority. According to the remarks of the Vice-Chair- man at the last meeting, there is no diffi- culty in getting applications for teachers at the present time, and the lamentable fact remains that a large proportion of young college-trained teachers are compelled to seek situations in other walks in life, such as clerks, typists, book-keepers, etc. It was stated only last week that 70 out of 100 fully qualified trained women teachers com- ing out of a London college were known to have gone into other callings. The country suffers a severe financial loss, a great amount of money having been spent to train these teachers. Now, 1 am told that there are over 30 married women teachers in -Montgomery- shire, who, when not doing their household work, devote a portion of their time to school work. As they have their duties to perform towards their homes and husbands, the school work is necessarily done in a half-hearted manner. It would be interest- ing to know whether the times of opening and closing school are strictly observed. Is it right that the ratepayer should pay heavily for this poor article, when there are thousands of young trained women teachers, who are well up in the best methods of teaching, without employment ? Nearly the whole of the education authori- ties in England and Wales are alive to the importance of this question, and married women teachers are being displaced by the young and trained teacher, and it is high time that our authority, which is up-to-date in many respects, should pursue the same course. From a parent's point of view, the outlook is serious, as it is hardly worth while to train up a girl as a teacher if the plums of the profession are to be kept in the hands of these antiquated women for all time. Their employment cannot be jus- tified from a moral standpoint. The intellectual crippling of the children by dilatory teaching and defunct methods means a terrible loss to the rising genera- tion, and it behoves our authority to em- ploy the very best material, which can be easily obtained, owing to the glut of excel- lent teachers on the market. Trusting that this question will be decided in the near future.—T remain, yours truly, RATEPAYER. A/f a rr>Vt ISt.b. 1QOQ
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THE WELSH CHURCH COMMISSION.—Matters are now progressing amicably, and it is regarded as certain that a modus vivendi will be ultimately arrived at. Points of controversy are being detected from the chairman's draft report, which will probably receive the assent of all the other commissioners, though the dissentients will present separate reports.
WELSHPOOL.
WELSHPOOL. GRAND DISPLAY of new goods on show at BOWEN'S, the well-known cash drapers, Berriew- street. 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. [Advt. See Page 6 for other Welshpool News. A CROWDED GOD'S ACRE.-The condition of Christ churchyard is at present occupying the serious attention of the local ecclesiastical authorities. FOR GARDEN and Farm Seeds of superior quality, Garden Tools, Wire Netting, and Barbed Wire try William Thomas, Ironmonger, Welsh- pool. Advt. GOLF —The Red Bank golf links continue to attract players on the Sabbath. Yesterday after- noon a trio of enthusiastic golfers were in evidence despite the the heavy stote of the ground. POWYS, THE PARADISE OF PIGS.-While there are many families half-starving in Pool, the "wash-tub" of one house last week contained joints of mutton and an uncarved fowl. These were fit for human consumption, but their desti- nation was the pig-trough. MR WILLIAM THOMAS, High-street, is the first local ironmonger who has applied to the Town Council for a licensa to sell petrol. It was granted him last Thursday. A SAD RECORD.—No fewer than seven Pool- onians were inmates of Shrewsbury prison at one and the same time last week. It was a record as compared with any other town in Montgomery- shire. A SIGN OF THE Timics.-The Welshpool Co-opera- tive Society's sales for the last quarter totalled .£632. This is .£60 above the previous record, and zCl52 more than the sales for the corresponding quarter of last year. LADY INSPECTOR.—For the purposes of the Factories and Workshops Act the Welshpool district has been placed under the care of Miss E. Sadler (late of Glasgow). Her salary ranges from £ 300 to X400 a year, and besides her there are four other senior lady inspectors in the country. PERSONAL.Mr Percy Williams, the local Sur- veyor of Taxes, is leaving Welshpool early this week, having been promoted to Blackpool. Dur- ing his 18 months' residence in the district he has made many friends who will be sorry to miss his pleasant face. THE LATE MRS ROWLEY MORRIS.—At the Top Chapel on Sunday night the Rev Howell Williams (pastor) preached the funeral sermon" in memory of the late Mrs Rowley Morris. At the Town Council meeting last Thursday a vote of condolence was passed (on the motion of Council- lor John Pryce Jones, seconded by Alderman David Jones) with Alderman Rowley Morris in the bereavement he has suffered by the death of his wife and in his own very serious state. WITHIN ELEVEN DAYS. I am sure if he keeps on in the way he is beginning he will do yeoman service to the town." The Mayor (Dr. Thomas) said this last Thursday about the new Sanitary Inspector (Mr William Wynn), who entered on his duties on March 1st. The report he presented to the Sanitary Committee on March 11th showed that in less than a fortnight he is engaged on a house to house inspection, and has already discovered "that several cases of over- crowding existed, and that there was a want of w.c, accommodation in several houses." The committee instructed him to serve statutory notices for abatement in the cases of overcrowding and want of sanitary accommodation. THE OVERSEERS.—Mr William baker, Mr T. R. Jones (Trade Hall), and Mr R. J, Gregory (White Lion) were accepted by the Town Council last Thursday as overseers of Welsbpool for the ensu- ing year again. The method adopted is to take the first names on the list sent in by the assistant overseer. In this manner the following were also appointed: Brithdir, Mr Edward Pryce (Horse Shoe Inn) Castle-Caereinion, Mr Henry Gittins (Golfa Cottage) and Mr David Ridge (Gaer); Cletterwood, Mr Evan Hughes (The Green), and Mr William Millington (Buttington Smithy); Hope, Mr Evan Roberts and Mr George Davies (Stone House); Trewern, Mr John Lloyd (Gate Farm) and Hugh Pryce (Llwynmelin) Guilefield Within, Mr Fredrick H. Jones (Bodowen) and Mr John E. Tibbott (Stonebridge). A SUCCESSFUL TRABESMAN.—Mr John Jones, tailor, intends building six houses in Greenfields, and the Buildings Committee of the Town Council has passed the plans, which have been approved by the Borough Surveyor and the Medical Officer. Mr Jonea intends having convenient and comfort- able cottages built to bring in a rent of 4a 9d per week. A sign of the "house hunger" in Welsh- pool is supplied by the fact that long before the Council had approved the plans-almost even before Mr Jones bad decided to build-he received applications from eleven would-be tenants. The houses will be built on freehold ground. AT ONE TIME PREDOMINANT.—Sir Robert Gresley, who was the star turn at a political pionic in Powis Castle Park last summer, had a good word to say for the House of Lords last Thursday. Addressing the Primrose League's Grand Council (of which he is Chancellor) Sir Robert said that besides the many distinguished men in the House of Lords whose names are household words, there are many peers compara- tively unknown to the public, but who represent a class which at one time was predominant in the House of Commons, but which now is very insuffi- ciently represented in that place. He referred to the country gentlemen. L. No MONEY, No LODGINGS.—TWO cramping Oswestrians- Dennis Howells and Mary Ann Howells-were discovered by P.C. Casewell, at 1-45 on Thursday morning, sleeping in an out- building of the Ceunant Farm. He took them into custody, and before Mr Maurice Jehu and Mr David Lloyd, later in the day. Dennis Howells pleaded that he and his- partner bad been compelled to sleep in an outbuilding because the common lodging houses were all full up. Sergt. Hughes, however, said that the couple were drinking in a certain public-house in Welshpool up to 11 o'clock, and had no money to pay for lodgings. Mr Jehu observed that farmers and other possessors of outbuildings should be pro- tected, and he hoped this would be a warning to the prisoners. The sentence on each was seven days' imprisonment with hard labour. LOVE'S LABOUR LOST.-A young Romeo, him- self a bit of a practical joker, was served out" .sadly on Saturday night. He had made an appointment to meet a dashing damsel on the canalside not far from Severn-street. Punctual to the minute, the gallant Poolonian stood wait- ing. Presently, a young lady came in sight. It was Her hat, it was Her cloak. She arrived. He spoke. But she was silent. Coy maiden! He kissed her on the lips, but ere the echo of the sweet salute had died away, Romeo discovered it was not his Juliet. In fact it was nobody's Juliet. It was no lady at all! The girl had not been so eager as he to keep the appointment. She had basely permitted a male friend to take her place, and to dress up in her raiment. The language that afterwards filled the air was not such as a gentleman would ever use to a lady, but the cupid-smitten swain might also find his thoughts voiced in the following parody of "Don Juan": My days of love are over me no more The charms of maid in gaslight shadow Can make the fool of which she made before.
LLANDYSILIO.
LLANDYSILIO. Obituary.-At the comparatively young age of 46 Mrs Lloyd, wife of Mr George Lloyd Hafod Offa, passed away on Sunday week Mrs Lloyd, who was born at New- bridge had lived in the parish all her life, and "was much respected. She had been confined to her room since November. De- ceasedis survived by a husband, six daughters, and four sons, for whom the greatest sympathy is felt in the parish. Amidst mournful manifestations the re- mains were laid to rest in Llandysilio Churchyard on Wednesday. Mr Steele, the organist played Blessed are the departed" and the' "Dead March" in Saul, and the hymn, "Thy whose course on earth is o'er," was sung. The chief mourners were the husband, Messrs Harold and Leonard Llovd (sons), the Misses Maud, Ruby, Ethel, Eva, and Dorothy Lloyd (daughters), Mrs Fair- clough, New Brighton, and Mr Gregory, White Lion Hotel, Welshpool. A large number of the parishioners were present, and many floral tributes were received.
MR. DAVID DAVIES' FOX HOUNDS
MR. DAVID DAVIES' FOX HOUNDS WIT. T, MEET Monday, March 22nd Banhadlog Wednesday. March 24th, Guilefield Saturday, March 27th, Dolfor At 10-30 a.m.
LLANIDLOES.
LLANIDLOES. I.O.G.T.—On Tuesday night the programme of the Clywedog Lodge was what is called Brothers' Surprise," when the brothert entertained the sisters to tea, cocoa, and cakes. Games and com- petitions were arranged and a very pleasant even- ing was qpent. DEATH FROM SHOCK.—We regret to record the demise of Mr Edward Rees of Glynawel, Llawry- glyn, who met his death in a tragic manner whilst working in a coal mine at Wattstown, South Wales. Deceased, who was only 25 yeats of age, went to work as usual on Tuesday last. A fall occurred in the mine, and the young man received a shock, as a result thereof from which he did not recover. The funeral took place at Llawryglyn on Friday and was a attended by several of his mates from the mine. Too LATE TO MEND. The Surveyor (Mr T. Humphreys) called attention to a broken foot- bridge at Wednesday's Rural Council. His report read as follows An old footbridge crossing a brook on the Rhydybuwch-road, and near Geufrcn Chapel, had become dilapidated, and is now broken in two or three parts. A new footbridge is required which will cost from 30s to £ 2. A much better and more permanent job would be to put in a culvert of two rows of 24 inch pipes. There is at present an incline on both sides of the brook, and also an awkward bend or curve in the road. If a culvert was made it would be a great im- provement. The cost of the pipes would be .£5. The haulage would be done free, and I believe a contribution could also be got from those interested." OBITUARY.—We regret to record the death of Mrs Ellis, wife of Mr Evan Ellis, of New-street, who passed away on Monday morning at the age of 60. Mrs Ellis had been in ill-health for some time past, suffering with a weak heart. The funeral, which took place on Thursday was largely attended. The Rev W. O. Roberts officiated. Much sympathy is felt with the widower and children in their sad loss.—It is with deep regret we record the death, which took place on Monday last, at the age of 44, of Mr Charles Roberts, of Blackpool, son of the late Mr George Roberts, of the Unicorn Hotel, Llanidloes. Mr Roberts for many years past held an important position in the celebrated Blackpool Tower. He leaves a wife and three children. Great sympathy is felt with the relatives by the townspeople of Llanidloes, to whom Mr Roberts was very well known. WHY THE DOCTOR DID NOT DRIVE.-The course of some highways and byeways in rural Llanidloes never at any time did run smooth, but some at least are in a shocking condition, and the fact that a doctor had to send his trap back when he reached a certain spot is eloquent. This is what Surveyor Thomas Humphreys had to say about one of them at Wednesday's meeting of the Rural District Council, when Mr Joseph Davies pre- sided The road leading from Clywedog river to Ystradnynod is in some places so narrow that in some places it is difficult to take vehicles along it. Very recently one of the Llanidloes doctors had to send back his trap not to get it broken. I strongly advise widening a portion of the narrow- est part for about 150 yards, with the consent of the landlord. I have seen Mr Grant, the agent, on the matter, and he has written to the landlord asking for his consent."
BERRIEW.
BERRIEW. DAVID JONES AND SON have a few sacks of Seed Oats for Sale. Agents for Molassine Meal etc.-31, High-street, Welshpool.
NEW MILLS.;
NEW MILLS. BAND OF HOPE.—On Monday last, Miss G. Buckley presided over a very successful meeting of the above, when the following very creditably sustained the programme :-Misses L. and H. Davies, Richie Breeze, T. C. Andrew, Tommy Jones, Miss Griffiths, Miss Davies, Miss E. Buckley, Miss J. Oliver, Mr E. Evans, Mr R. H. Hammer, Mr H. Davies and party, Miss A. Davies, Mr D. Davies and Mr C. A. Williams.
DOLFOR.
DOLFOR. DEATH OF AN OLD INHABITANT AND DISTRICT COUNCILLOR.-Early on the morning of the 18th inst., Mr David Jones, Plasmadoc, breathed his last, after a long and painful illness. The de- ceased gentleman will be much missed, not only by his sorrowing fmlly, bat also by the parish which he has faithfully served as guardian, district councillor, and overseer, for a great many years. Like his father before him, he was a staunch Tory, and took great interest in parish matters. His funeral is fixed for this (Monday) afternoon.
LLANERFYL.
LLANERFYL. A NARROW ESCAPE.—On Wednesday evening Mr Tudor Cannon, together with his third son were returning from Towyn. Owing to the depth of the snow the groom, Tom Wynn, was instructed to meet them with ponies. Unfortunately they lost their track in the fog on the top of the mountain, and one of the ponies was nearly drowned in the gorge. Mr Tudor immediately fetched helped from Tyisaf, and the help of Mr Matthews and chains Tom Wynn and. the animal were pulled up to the surface, safe once again. These accidents are mostly due to the want of having a road in the district.
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rnf 'r.1 TTI TH f-- l T TTTTTn XXVJGJ-C JEIVX-Lj W I o. IMPORTANT NOTICE.—A. II. Bennett, Draper, Caersws, attends room adjoining Red Lion Hotel, Trefeglwys, EVERY WEDNESDAY, from 12 till 6, with a good assortment of General Drapery Goods, at lowest town prices for cash. OBSTRUCTION.—A remarkable incident was des- cribed at a meeting of the Newtown and Llanid- loes Rural District Council on Wednesday when Mr T. Humphreys read the following report:—" I beg to call your attention to the obstruction which has recently been raised across the road leading from Llawryglyn-road by Rhydycarw Mill and through the river to Talgarth-road. The said road has been railed across, and therefore made it impassable. This road is not repaired by the inhabitants at large, but there is an undoubtedly strong presumption of dedication, and the public have been permitted to pass and re-pass over it at free will for many years." TEA AND PUBLIC MEETING.—The members of the Trefeglwys Branch of the North Wales Women's Temperance Union, together with the members of the Bands of Hope of all denomina- tions, were entertained to tea, etc., on Tuesday, March 16th, in Gleiniant Schoolroom, by Mrs John Owens, Chester. At 6-30 p.m. Mra J. M. Saunders, Pencoed, South Wales (who was accompanied by Mrs Edward Davies, Plas Dinam, and Mrs D. Lloyd Jones, Bronhaul, Llandinam), addressed a meeting of women only on the "Rescue work" carried on in South Wales in connection with the Forward Movement. The same lady subsequently addressed a public meeting in Gleiniant Calvinistic Methodist Chapel on Foreign Missions, when the chair was occupied by the Rev Robert Davies, B.A. (pastor). During the evening a hymn was sung by the children, and sacred solos were contributed by local artistes. The Chairman and the Rev J. D. Jones (W.M.), briefly spoke on the same subject. A collection was made at the close in aid of the rescue work in South Wales. Votes of thanks were accorded the donor of the tea, and Mrs Saunders for her two addresses.
GUILSFIELD
GUILSFIELD DAVID JONES AND SON have a few 6acks of Seed Oats for Sale. Agents for Molassine Meal, etc.-31, High-street, Welshpool.
Who's Who in Montgomeryshire.
Who's Who in Montgomeryshire. We have received a copy of the 1909 edition of the Montgomeryshire Directory, which has re- ceived a complete revision at the hands of the publishers. This handy volume contains a wealth of local information and is sold at the low price of 6d. No professional or business man should be without a copy, as it will more than pay for itself in'the first week by saving the worry and trouble of calling up on the telephone to ascertain this or that. Although capable of a further improve ment, it is a thoroughly servicable vade-mecum, and the material in it has been carefully compiled and systematically classified. It gives the name and address of every person who acts in any public capacity in the county, and as a work of reference cannot be too highly commended. It is not merely a compilation of place names and patronymics, but in addition it contains a mass of interesting and useful matter in the historical and topographical details of this county. Not a parish is passed without the fullest notice, and there is also a quantity of local folk-lore and valuable archseological information. Extending to nearly 200 pages, one pleasing feature of the Montgomeryshire Almanac and Directory is the paucity of advertisements, perhaps the pub- li her will not be so delighted as the reader, but from the utilitarian point of view it is very grati- fying. The Directory is published at the County Times Offices, Welshpool, and is obtainable from all booksellers.
MACHYNLLETH.
MACHYNLLETH. Appointment.—Mr Evan Roberts, Der- wenlas, has been appointed a member @f the County Small Holdings Committee. Personal.—Lord Herbert Vane-Tempest has returned to the Plas from London after a visit to the Continent. Cricket Club.—A committee meeting was held in the pavilion on Wednesday. Lord Herbert Vane-Tempest generously promised to present the club with a new practice net, which was badly needed. It was decided that practices should be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Golf.—A match is being arranged between the local pro," Fred Branch, and the Aber- dovey pro," Cooper. Lord Herbert Vane- Tempest has kindly promised to bring Tay- lor or one of the other cracks here dur- ing this summer, which will mean a good deal to the club, and will attract a crowd of visitors. Musical.-N-fT H. R. Humphreys won the challenge solo at a contest at Melinbyr- hedyn on Thursday night. He choose for his solo a prologue from Pagliacci. Mr Maldwyn Evans came second with Weber's Through the Forest." The above named gentlemen also were first in the duet com- petition, when they sang Dr Parry's "Plant y Cedryn." Penny Popular Concert.—What might be termed the "children's night" was held at the Town Hall on Saturday night, and was presided over by Mr Iorwerth B. Jones (the popular hon. sec. of the movement). The children who took part in the pro- gramme acquitted themselves admirably, thanks to the untiring efforts of Mr David Owen and his assistants. Estate Sales.-Messrs Gillart and Sons conducted a sale of two lots of freehold pro- perty at St. Ann's Mansion, Barmouth, on Saturday last, consisting of No. 4, Aelfor- terrace, and Nos, 1, 2, 3, and 4, Fronfelin Castle. The former realised £ 380, the ven- dor's solicitors being Messrs Barrow and Smith, Manchester. The latter property was put up in lots, but was eventually with- drawn, with a likelihood of same being dis- posed of by private treaty. Mr E. Gillart, of Machynlleth, was the vendor's solicitor. There was a good attendance.
ABERMULE.
ABERMULE. In the schoolroom of the C.M. Chapel, on Thursday, a tea and entertainment was held, when there was a large gathering. The Rev W. J. B. Mendus occupied the chair, and Master Ellis Thomas gave the opening address. An enjoyable programme was gone through.
CAERSWS.
CAERSWS. A GRAND SüCCESS !Such was the verdict after the performance in the Caersws Vil- lage Hall, on Wednesday evening, of the Llanidloes Pierrots. Judging from the crowd of merry faces that filled the hall to its utmost capacity, this verdict was univer- sally shared. Such a successfully organ- ised meeting was not the result of anything but hard work, and the hundreds who wit- nessed the performance are as grateful to the secretary, Mr C. Williams, stationmas- ter, Llanidloes, as the performers them- selves. Mr Williams had worked hard, and his reward was the passing off of the enter- tainment without a hitch. For the neat movements and correct assembling of the performers upon the stage we have to thank Mr Frank Rogers, who proved a most capa- ble stage manager. Mr A. Roberts, one of the troupe, could not attend owing to family bereavement, and his place was taken at the last moment by Mr Lester Mills, who proved a very capable substi- tute. The spacious room was gaily dressed with streamers of flags and other bunting, and the platform was also tastefully decora- ted with plants illuminated with fairy lamps. The decorations were arranged by Mr Lee, stationmaster, assisted by the Moat Lane and Caersws traffic staff, together with Messrs W. Dakin, George Hercomb, and H. Rees. In the absence of the appointed chairman, Mr David Davies, M.P., Mr Edward Jones, Maesmawr, presided, and in the course of a short speech, congratulated the members of the troupe upon the audience. Large expectations had been raised in the neighbourhood by the appear- ance of the pierrots. The object for which they had visited Caersws certainly was a worthy one. He feared that the public did not think sufficiently of the servants of the railway and of the services they rendered to the public. The programme was a very happy effort, and all the performers ac- quitted themselves admirably. The follow- ing were the artistes:—Misses Elsie Morgan, Evelyn Davies, Mary Dakin, Lena Davies, Gwladys Williams, Messrs Jack Owen, Will Dakin, Holford Mills, and Dick Alderson. The programme was terminated by a hu- morous sketch, entitled "Ard-Up and Co. adapted and written by Mr J. Lester Mills, in which the following took part:—"Julian 'Ardup" (actor manager), Mr Holford Mills; "Thomas Takefits" (stage manager), Mr Will Dakin; "Oscar Irving" (tragedian), Mr Henry Rees; "Signor Snorolli" (tenore), Mr Lester Mills; "Her Ikan blowe (in- strumentalist), Mr Dick Alderson; "The Sisters Petronelli" (vocalists), Misses Gwladys Francis and Gwladys Williams. The audience was kept in a roar of laughter from beginning to end. At the close of the entertainment a vote of thanks was ac- corded to the Chairman, on the motion of Mr Richard Jones, seconded by Mr Wilson. The entertainment was held in aid of the Railwaymen's Benevolent Institution.
Llanfair Water Supply. « .<
Llanfair Water Supply. « < In his annual report to the Llanfyllin 1 Rural Disrict Council, on Thursday, Dr Felix Jones said:—The water supply at Llanfair was derived entirely from wells and pumps. It was obvious how easily these wells could be contaminated by dirty buckets, dogs or cattle drinking, and fre- quently by surface water running in. It would be an improvement if each well had a protective grating and a shutter. Llanfair was one of the largest and most important centres in the district, and it appeared to him that if a feasible scheme could be ar- rived at by which the village could be sup- plied with pure drinking water, in a similar manner that Llangynog had been, it would be an inestimable boon to the health and comfort of the inhabitants. Mr W. R. Roberts stated that there were one or two good sources that could be utilised. Mr T. Nutting Bebb said they had had a lot of trouble with Llanfair in the past. There had been friction between the country people and the townspeople with regard to the removal of refuse, and if the Council were going to mulct the parish again in the expense of providing a water supply, he was sure they would have great trouble. The doctor was an authority on the water ques- tion, but there had been no complaints as to the health of the town. Mr W. R. Roberts: If we go in for a big scheme, it need not affect the country dis- tricts at all. The Clerk (Mr T. Edwards) said there were several means of meeting the cost. As a general rule the cost was defrayed in a special expense rate, which would go on the whole of the parish, but land, tithe, woodland, and railway would contribute only one-fourth, and the rest would be met by houses and buildings. If the Council took the water into the village, they might, on the other hand, make a water rate, Avhich would have to be met by the <;0^" sumers. Persons residing within 200 feet of a tap that they might place, and not having a private supply of their own, would be liable to be rated for the public water. Mr W. R. Roberts: I think before you do anything in the matter, the Llanfair people ought to have a chance of consider- ing the matter, and of expressing their views at a general meeting. I should not wonder that a great many Llanfair people are quite ready to meet the expenses; they feel the need for a new scheme. The suggestion was agreed to, and it was decided to ask the Parish Council to call a public meeting.
Women's Temperance Union.
Women's Temperance Union. MEETING AT LLANDINAM. A tea in connection with the above was held in the Village Hall on Monday. The tables were under the aare of Mrs Edward Davies, Mrs Lloyd Jones, and Mrs R. Jones, Penybryn. After the tea a branch meeting was held, presided over by Mrs Edward Davies.—Mrs J. M. Saunders gave an address, which proved of absorbing interest. It dealt chiefly with the work of the Kingswood Home, Cardiff, and Mrs Saunders dwelt on both the encouragements and dis- appointments met with. It was hoped that in time the Home would be self-supporting, but so far it was in need of help. It had as yet only been opened a few months. Mrs Edward Davies proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs Saunders for her address, and spoke of the bazaar to be held in the autumn at Llandrindod on behalf of the Home. Mrs R. Jones seconding, said she had greatly enjoyed Mrs Saunder's address, and she thought all ought to do their best to help in such a good work as Mrs Saunders had described. The bazaar already mentioned would give a good opportunity. At seven o'clock a public meeting was held. Mr Edward Jones, Maesmawr Hall, presided. In his opening remark the Chairman said he was sorry there was not a larger number present, he should have liked to have seen more men. It was so much more encouraging to have a good audience. He had pleasure in calling upon Rev E. Jones-Williams to address the meeting. Rev E. Jones-Williams said he had come under the impression that he was to address the Women's Temperance Union members, and did not know the meeting was to be a public one. His remarks, there- fore, would chiefly refer to woman's work and sphere of labour. They heard a great deal nowadays about woman's rights. After all the most important sphere is the home. On the home surroundings all depends. Parliament has no such powers as the wife and mother possesses. It is a terrible fact that drunken- ness among women is on the inrease. Many learned to take it as a medicine, and so became victims of the habit. But now medical men had learnt more of the effects of alcohol on the human body, and as a con- sequence its use as a medicine had steadily gone down during recent years. He had a very strong conviction that all Christians should be abstainers. He did not want to know whether he might be allowed to drink alcohol or not, but how wide a berth he could possibly give to this great curse. It was proved to be injurious by science and experience alike. Mrs Saunders said she wanted to say a little about our export trade to heathen lands. England sends rum and other poisonous stuff to Africa-stuff which, having been analysed, has been declared to be too bad to use even for making paint, but the poor heathen, who do not know how to deny themselves and control their appetites, drink it, and soon drink themselves to death. It is an awful thing that such a trade should be carried on by a country such as our own. The harm resulting is incalculable. Sir Richard Burton's opinion was that it would be a good thing for Africa to have the slave-trade back with all its horrors if she could only get rid of England with her rum. The natives survived the former, but the latter is destroying them wholesale. It was no wonder we could not get the Licensing Bill passed. The country was not in earnest yet or something would surely be done to remedy this terrible evil. The Chairman said it was a terrible state of things that a country like ours should be dealing in such stuff. We must not derive our revenues from the destruction of the souls and bodies of men. The voice of the people would be heard by and by if they united to demand that the trade should be put down. The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks pro- posed by Rev R. Jones, and seconded by Mr D. Bowen.
The Poor-Law.I
The Poor-Law. MONTGOMERYSHIRE OFFICERS' ANNUAL MEETING. "The Board of Guardians is more important than the Town Council, which is dealing with drains, and sewers, and drains-material things. We are dealing with human beings, who can feel. I say a guardian's work in this country—although it is not realised—is the highest work in which any public man can be engaged, and to which our best men ought to turn their attention."—Mr Joseph Everest, clerk to the Atcham Union. In the Robert Owen Memorial Building, Newtown, last Friday afternoon the Montgomeryshire branch of the Poor-law Officers' Association held its yearly meeting. It was attended by one lady official, Miss M. Bright, a nurse at Forden Workhouse—four assistant overseers—Messrs H. T. Gittins (Castle- Caereinion), R. Goodwin (Newtown), T. Davies (GuilsEeld), and R. D. Thomas (Llanmerewig)—five relieving officers-Messrs James Fortune (Welshpool), W. T. Jones (Montgomery), R. Watkin (Llansant- ffraid), C. R. Lewis (Newtown), and J. Wilson (Llan- wnog)—one Workhouse Master-Mr John Parry (Caersws)—and one guardians' clerk—Mr C. T. M. Taylor (Newtown and Llanidloes Union). Mr Joseph Everest, clerk to the Atcham Union, attended as a member of the National Executive Committee. Mr Thomas Edwards (clerk to the Llanfyllin Union and president of the branch) sent a telegram regretting his inability to be present; Messrs J. E. Tomley and W. J. Jones (Montgomery), the hon. secretaries, were also unable to be present, being engaged at the Newtown Police Court in a case which concerned Mr C. S. Pryce (clerk of the Forden Union), another esteemed member of the branch, so Mr Cecil Taylor did the secretarial work and Mr Richard Goodwin was voted to the chair. The accounts were read by Mr Taylor, showing that the receipts included Balance in hand, X7 6s 9d; subscriptions, 1907-8, 12s; 1908-9, Llanfyllin Union, £ 1 8s; Forden XI 14s; Newtown and Llan- idloes, X3 8s Machynlleth, 5s National Association, -62 58 2d; total, £ 19 18s lid. The payments, in- cluding X7 3s 5d capitation fees to the National Association, totalled .£13 38 9d, leaving a balance in hand of k6 158 2d. Mr W. J.Jonea proposed as the ensuing year's president Mr C. S. Pryce, who, he remarked, was well known throughout the city as a and he was sure that at the end of the year Mr Pryce would hand the chair down untarnished. On the seconding of Mr C. R. Lewis, the motion was adopted unanimously, Mr Goodwin remarking that, Mr Pryce, if he accepted the position, would be certain to put new impetus into the movement. Mr Cecil Taylor and Mr John Jones (master of Macbynlleth Union) were re-elccted vice-presidents. Mr Thomas Edwards being made vice-president in place of Mr C. S. Pryce. Mr J. E. Tomley wae elected to represent the branch at the annual meeting of the Association this week in London, and Mr C. R Lewis was appointed auditor. Mr Taylor announced that Mr Tomley, who had served the Montgomeryshire branch since its start, regretted that he could not continue to carry out the ] duties of secretary. A number of the members also voiced their warm appreciation of Mr Tomley's services. Mr Everest, associating himself therewith on behalf of the National Executive Committee, observed that it was largely due to Mr Tomley that North Wales poor law officers were beginning to wake up to the need for coming into the Association. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mr Tomley, and Mr W. T. Jones agreed to accept the vacant secretaryship jointly with Mr Walter J. Jones, and the following Union correspondents were appointed: Forden, Mr R. D. Thomas (Llanmerewig); Newtown and Llanidloes, Mr J. Wilson: Llanfyllin, Mr R. Watkin; Machynlleth, Mr J. Jones. It was decided to try and get more of the Machyn- lleth Union officers to join. Mr W. T. Jones remarked, amid applause, that every member con- nected with the Forden Union was a member of the Association. Mr Everest then gave an able critical summary of the Poor Law Commission's Report, which was greatly appreciated by his audience. After a careful study he was convinced that for the good officers there is nothing whatever to fear, in fact, everything will be in their favour. The indifferent officer will have to brace himself up between now and the time the recommendations are brought into force, and the bad officer will have to go.
A Sketch of the Borough Member.
A Sketch of the Borough Member. Mr John Foster Fraser, in a character sketch of M.P,'s, whom he describes as "all-night birds" has the following pithy bit about the Borough Member:— „ Whenever the time is inclined to flag, in skips Mr J. D. Rees, airy, elfish, sardonic, with a squirt of satire for all and sundry. Mr Rees has a more nimble brain than any otbt-r man in Parliament. He is the Pommy Bowles" of the Ministerial party. Though a Liberal he can be relied upon to Lake the Union- ist point of view, and his sharpest shafts are kept for gentlemen sitting on his own side of the House. He is a mighty linguist, dreams in Urdu, sw.ars in Sanskrit, and no doubt makes out his wishing list in Hindustani. He knows the Old I t-stament by heart, and draws uncomplimentary comparisons between Biblical worthies and Pro- fespor Arnold Lupton. Mr Res sits perched on the top-most back I b-rich whilst the professor squats on the lower bench. With Mr Rees all roads lead to India, and with Professor Lupton all subjects eventuate in the horr ins of vaccination. M. Eees wants to talk about tLe value of our A., v in India, and Professor Lupton wants to sh that our Army would be much better if the soldi-rs were not vaccinated. Mr Rees's manner of speech is rather like a hose of hot water. The professor smiles ashenly. as though he would lilt men to believe he is enjoying himself. The House enjoys itself.
LLANFAIR-CAEREINION,
LLANFAIR-CAEREINION, W.T.U.—A large number of members of the Llaniair branch of Women's Temper- ance Union assembled in the Baptist School- room on Friday evening week, lll the oc- casion of the fortnightly meeting. Miss Davies, Glyn, ably conducted the opening services, and t{¡e programme was as fol- low?:—Reading, Miss D. Gray Evans (sec.); solo, Miss Alice Thomas; recitation, Miss Mercy Morris; solo, Miss N. Evans; reci- tation, Miss Janet Evans; solo. Miss Ella. Davies; recitation, Mrs J. Edwards; solo, Davies; recitation, Mrs J. Edwards; solo, Miss Laura Edwards; paper, "Why I am a abstainer," Miss Davies (president); solo (encored), Miss Jones, Wttra Wen. Mr Samuel Ellis, J.P., has retired from commercial life after carrying on the drap- ery business at Victoria House for 45 years, where he has lived for 56 years. He will in future reside at his private residence. Stone House, Llanfair. His numerous friends wish him and Mrs Ellis many years of health and happiness to enjoy their well- earned rest. Mr D. Gittins, High-street. has succeeded Mr Ellis.
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Mr David Davies. M.P., was last week elected a member of the Council of the Hunters' Improvement Society.
Advertising
LEGAL NOTICES. NOTICE. NOTICE. IT. H. EVANS, Builder, Montgomery, da 9 HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that my son, Thomas "Henry Lewis Evans, is not authorised to receive any money on my behalf, and all orders for any work to be made direct to me; also, that I shall not be responsible for any debt, or debts, incurred by him after this date, March 22nd, 1909. T. H. EVANS. ROBERT JONES (deceased). ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS against. .OL or indebted to, the late Robert Jonas, of Revel, Berriew, Butcher and Farmer (deceased), are required to send particulars of their Claims, or to pay the amounts owing from them, to the undersigned, solicitors to Messrs John C. Row- lands and Edward Evans, the Executors. Dated the 10th day of March, 1*909. WILLIAMS, GITTINS AND TAYLOR, (339) 31, Market-street, Newtown. EDWARD JARMAN (Deceased), Farmer, Lower Gwestydd, Llanllwchaiarn. ALL PERSONS HAVING ANY CLAIMS against the Estate of the above Deceased are requested to forthwith send particulars thereof to us the undersigned, and all persons INDEBTED to the said Estate are required to pay the amounts of their indebtedness to us forthwith. PO iVELL & JARVIS, 44, Broad-street, Newtown, Solicitors to the Executors. 16th March, 1909. (359) MARY HELEN SCOTT (Deceased). ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS against the Estate of Miss Mary Helen Scott, late of Birkdale, Llandrindod Wells, and formerly of 9, Belle Vue Gardens, Shrewsbury, and Erbistoch Lodge, Ruabon, are requested to send particulars thereof to me, the undersigned. CHARLES S. PRYCE, Sole Executor of the said Deceased. Montgomery, 15th March, 1909. (366) PUBLIC NOTICES. MR. J. MEIRION EVANS UNDERTAKES TUITION IN VOICE-PRODUCTION & VOCAL TRAINING. Musical Adjudicator and Conductor of Chcaal Festivals. Terms—Moderate. Address :-HYFRYDLK, CAIKSWS. 6450 NOTICE OF ALTERATION FOR MOCHDRE COMPETITIVE MEETING. No. 19 on Piogramme will be Quartette (T.T.B.B.), 0 Peaceful Night (Ed. German). MONTGOMERYSHIRE E-KSTER SESSIONS. 1909, AT NEWTOWN. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the next GENERAL QUARTER SESSIONS of the Peace for the County of Montgomery will be held at the PUBLIC HALL, NEWTOWN, in the, said County, on Thursday, the 8th day of APRIL, 1909, at Half-past Ten o'clock in the Forenoon, at which hour and place the trial of prisoners for felony and misdemeanour will commence, and Grand and Petty Jurors, Prosecutors and Witnesses, must attend. Depositions must be forwarded to the Cleik of the Peace Seven clear days before the Sessions, and in all cases arising subsequently, immediately upon being taken. Appeals must be entered with the Clerk of the Peace before the sitting of the Court. HARRISON, Clerk of the Peace. t Welshpool, 11th March. 1909. (315) MONTGOMERYSHIRE EDUCATION AUTHORITY. TEACHERS, as indicated, are REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY for the following SCHOOLS HEAD. Leighton C.E. Trained Certificated Master, .£00. Llawryglyn Cl. Sch., Trained Certificated Master (knowledge of Welsh essential), .£00. Pontrobert C.E., Trained Certificated Master, £ 100. ASSISTANTS. Unoertificated-Llang-adfan C.E., to take Sewing, Welsh essential, £ 4 £ Llangurig Cl. (female). A45. ° Forms of application may be obtained from me, the undersigned, Oil reoeipt of stamped addressed foolscap envelope for reply. Canvassing, directly or indirectly, a disqualification. LLEWELYN PHILLIPS, Clerk to the Education Authority. County Education Offices, Newtown, March 12th, 1909. (351) THE PUBLIC HEALTH ACT; 1875, AND THE PUBLIC HEALTH ACTS AMENDMENT ACT, 1907. NEWTOWN AND LLANLLWCHAIARN. WHEREAS the Urban District Council of Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn have applied to the Local Government Board for approval of the appropriation as a site for a Refuse Destructor of certain land adjoining the Council's Gasworks and acquired under the Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Urban District Gas Act, 1900, and also for sanction to borrow £ 600 for the erection of the proposed Destructor; and the Local Government Board have directed Inquiry into the subject-matter of such Application NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that E. A. Sandford Fawcett, Esquire, M.Inst.O.E., the Inspector appointed to hold the said Inquiry, will attend for that purpose at the Council Chamber, W esley Street, Newtown, on Thursday, the First day of April, 1909, at Ten o'clock in th& Forenoon, and will then and there be prepared to receive the evidence of any persons interested n the matter of the said Inquiry, S. B. PROVIS, Secretary. Local Government Board, 16th March, 1909.