The Montgomeryshire Express and Radnor Times

MR. J. D. REES, M.P., AND THE WOMEN. Sir,—Seeing in your issue of this week Mr J. D. Rees's attack on women and women suffrage, I would like to say a word in defence of women, being a woman myself. Firstly, has the British Empire never been under petticoat government? I think it has. Our late beloved Queen Victoria ruled long and wisely, and was a pattern to any woman, either queen or peasant. Again, I suppose no woman was ever good enough to be the mother of J. D. Rees. I am afraid Mr Rees gets his idea of womanhood from the petted and pampered ladies of the smart set, with her pet pug, her afternoon tete-a- tete tea in the boudouir of a similar lady friend. I can fancy that such a lady would be rather out of harmony with the question of Tariff Reform. I would advise Mr Rees to go to the Book of books for his ideal woman; he will find her portrayed in the 31st chapter of Prov- erb, commencing at the tenth verse on to the end. There you have her merchandise and all," and the highest type of intellec- tuality. Mr Rees mav know something of being henpecked. It is the women who have to struggle daily for a living that real- ise what woman sufferage means to them as women. It is morally right that women should have a share in the making of the laws they abide by. Women need not be less feminine because they put their name to a Parliamentary vote, and Mr J. D. Rees pays a poor compliment to the women of Montgomeryshire who helped him to get his seat in the House of Commons at the last election. I think Mr Rees repays them very ungratefully indeed. Women are not nonentities in these days of education. Had Mr Rees lived, say, a century back, it would perhaps serve his purpose better then than now. A Montgomeryshire Woman.

Severn Valley Wesleyan Mission. Three local preachers on trial from New- town-Mr Douglas Whittaker, Mr Bert Owen, and Mr W. H. Williams—together with an Oswestry lady-Mrs Burton-were passed on full plan after examination at the quarterly meeting of the Severn Valley Wesleyan Mission in Welshpool last Thurs- day. The Rev A. E. Guile, superintendent, re- ported an increase of five members over last year. The Rev William Beale, of the Kent Mis- sion, was invited to become the superintend- ent at the forthcoming conference; the Rev C. A. Sheppard, of the Mid-Somerset Mis- sion, was invited to succeed the Rev J. W. Hardcastle at Welshpool, and the Rev T. Llewelyn Jones was invited to remain a second year at Newtown. The quarterly meeting also recommended that the Home Mission Committee should allow Mr Percy Adams, Montgomery, to remain a third year in the section.

JNEWTOWN HARRY 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 Lim-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. r Advt. MR. T. MALDWTN PRICE, R.A.M., visits Newtown on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Lessons given ic Singing, Pianoforte, Violin, and 'Cello. He may be seen at Mr Fvan Bebb's, Broad- street, or Salop-road, Welsbpool. To FARMERS.—C. W. Norton, Broad-street,. Newtown, has been fortunate in securing the beat samples of home-grown Bed Clover grown in the county. Book your orders early to secure the best, at the low price offered.-[Adyt. PARENTS PLEASE NOTE.—A pure sweet gives not only pleasure, but also nourishment to grow- iag children. All the ingredients used in making Ann Taylor's Everton Toffee are pure and whole- some. It is as nourishing as 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, 48, Broad-street, Newtown, attends from 8-30 a.m. until 7 p.m. daily at the above address, and will test your eight free of charge. Eyeglasses and spectacles of every description kept in stock. Oculist prescriptions a speciality.—Advt. A WORD FOR MEN ONLY.-WO are now showing for the Spring Trade special lines in Men's and boys' Suits, well-cut, and Up-to-Date Patterns. A Choice Selection of Hats, Ties, Collars, Shirts, etc., Odd Garments, and Workmen's Clothiug at right prices, at David Lewis, London House, New town. A FREE GIFT.-Homesteads of 160 acres are given free, on condition of settlement, to a farm servant 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 NEW COUNTY INFIRMARY.-—Mr W. Scott- Owen, the chairman of the Building Committee, has received the following promises during the past week:—Miss Mytton J625, Mr Hugh Lewis .£25. GOLF—The bogey competition for March resulted in Mr J. Arthur Jones gaining the coveted trophy—a spoon. Mr Jones' scora read 77 nett (88-11), one down on the "Colonel." The mixed foursome ccmpetition has been adjourned for a week. EASTER GIFTs.-Dev0tional Works, Text Books, Eaeter Greeting Cards and Booklets, Charming New Illustrated Prayer Books, Church Services, Communicants Manuals, Treasury ef Devotion, The Great Classics in Pocket size (leather bound). —The Book and Bible Depot, 19, Broad Street, Newtown. SHOOTING CLUB.—In order that those com- petitors who are keen upon winning some of the more valuable trophies at the Easter Monday Territorial Shoot" may have every opportunity of doing themselves justice, the range was opened last Saturday and will also be open next Saturday to all intending competitors on payment of the fee of 6d. Sergt.-Major Heap has charge of the names of entrants. VOTES FOR WomEN.-On Friday the last meet- ing of the Young Men's Debating Class was held in the Wesleyan Band Room, when Mr T. F. Benbow presided over a fair assemblage. The debate was" Should women have votes ? Mr Havard Morgan opened in the affirmative and Mr Charles Edwards gave the negative view. An enthusiastic discussion took place, and on a vote being taken the affirmative was upheld by a majority of five. MARKET PRICES.—Chickens, 6s and 6s 6d per couple; beef, 7d to 7id per lb; mutton, 7d to 8d; pork. ód to 5Jd veal, 8d to 9d; butter, Is 2d to Is 3d; eggs, 17 to 18 a shilling.—There were very few fat sheep in the market on Monday. There was no demand for store sheep. Ewes and lambs sold fairly well from 353 to 40s a couple. On Tuesday tha usual monthly fair was held, when a large number of dealers flocked to the town. Store cattle were selling well, but fat cattle were scarce. There was a good demand for fat cattle. MRS. BROWN POTTER.-In one week's time-on Tuesday, April 13th-a fine variety entertainment will be held in the Public Hall, when the star artist will be Mrs Brown Potter, who has always been such a popular figure on the stage. No actress of the calibre of Mrs Brown Potter has ever appeared before a Newtown audience, and this occasion should be taken advantage of. Of the party which appears with Mrs Brown Potter it contains plenty of variety in talent. The public is once more indebted to Mr John Bennett for bringing such a splendid array of talent to the town. ANGLICAN.— Already arrangements are in course of preparation for services on the occasion of the organ re-opening such as will mark an epoch in the annals of the Parish Church. Mr James Coleman, the vicar-choral cf Lichfield Cathedral, who has earned such a reputation in this district, has been specially engaged to conduct the Church choir, and in the meantime Mr Hudson Phillips, of Tregynon, is giving his valuable services in training them in readiness for the occasion. The musical programme has not yet been finally selected, but it will certainly include Sir Frederick Gore Ouselev's anthem, It came even to pass," and John E. West's hymn, Hark, hark, the organ loudly peals," which was specially composed for the re-opening of the organ in Lichfield Cathedral last year. As to the organist, the name of a distinguished Cathedral organist has been mentioned, and it is to be hoped his services will be secured. WE are always glad to report the success of a Newtown born boy. No doubt most music lovers will remember little Master Artie Bell, the son of Mr G. H. Bell, who created such a sensation by his piccolo playing two and three years ago. Artie went to the Royal Naval School of Music exactly twelve months ago, during which time he has taken his second class educational certificate, and also a swimming certificate. A fortnight ago, after a severe test before the principal professors in the school, they decided to rate him, and last Wednesday he boarded the Giant Dreadnought, in succession to his brother Jack, who has finished his three years commission, and been upon her since she was launched. Artie is not yet 16 years of age, and is the youngest qualified musician in the British Navy. The band of the Royal Marines played the retiring band and officers from the Dreadnought into barracks, and also played the in-going band to dock amidst an enthusiastic crowd, little Artie being the centre of admiration on account of his youth and diminutive stature. h SILVER BAND SALE.—Like everything connected with the Newtown Silver Band, the Sale of Work held under the auspices of that institution at the Public Hall on Saturday went like a pound of melted butter down a hot drain pipe. Eight stalls were fixed round the spacious room and were laden with all sorts of articles, and from 2-30 until five o'clock the salesmen and vendors were kept busy as the proverbial bee. The following is a list of ladies and gentlemen who so willingly gave their valuable services at the stalls: Mrs T. Reynolds, Mrs W. Pugh, Mrs E. Bevan, Mrs J. E. Morris, Mrs T. Lloyd, Mrs S. Trenchard, Mrs D. Clayton, Mrs Ernest Evane, Mrs W. R. Jones, the Misses Jordan, the Misses Woodhead, Misses Nellie Richards, May Hinchcliffe, Blanche Lockley, Florrie Barratt, Gladys Paddock, Carrie Inapp, E. Shute, Emily Barratt, Cissie Parry, Bea.trice Paddock, and Messrs Claude Williams, Walter Jordan, Jabez Jones, and several of the bandsmen (including the Bandmaster, Mr T. Reynolds). The cashiers were Messrs Willie Morgan, Ernest Oliver, E. Watts, F. King and Robert Owen. In the ante-room tea was provided at moderate charges under the capable management of Misa jvnns, Station Inn. During the afternoon a musical programme was undertaken by the follow- ing: Miss Oliver, Master Nolan Oliver, Master Leslie Bevan, Messrs John Owen, Caeblaidd, Stuart Humphreys, and a contingent of the Band (under the conductorship of Mr Jno. E. Morris). After a brisk sale, which went spinningly -from start to finish, a dance followed. The chairs and stalls were cleared away, the floor was ready and inviting the dancers. Before eight o'clock the building overflowed with merriment, fortunately only just comfortably accommodated with people, and all present contributed to the general fund of happi- ness that pervaded the gaily lighted room. Mr GE 0 Eagles acted as M.C. To the strains of the Amager" from the Cedewain Band, played with a rattle and a swing, dancing commenced in real dancing style. The success of the sale of work and dance is due in no small measure to the indefatigable exertions of the Hon. Secretary of the Band (Mr D. W. Oliver), and to the hearty manner in which he was supported, particularly by the ladies already mentioned. The Cedewain Band gave their services free. The total pro- ceeds amounted to the magnificent sum of .e40. THE death of Mr John Bird, draper, the Crescent, occurred suddenly this (Monday) morn- ing. FREE LIBRARY.—The Vice-Chairman Rev. E. Parry, M.A., presided at the monthly meeting of the Free Library Committee held on Friday morn- ing. During the month of March it was reported that the books issued numbered 1,768, made up as fellows: 43 theology, 98 hietory and biography, 1,170 fiction, 17 poetry, 26 Welsh, 105 mis- cellaneous, and 311 juvenile. BAPTIST BAND OF HOPE.—A Service ot bong entitled: Bay your own cherries (J. W. Hirton), was given on Wednesday evening in the school- room by the members of the Band of Hope. The conductor was Rev. J. D. Hamer and the reader Mr J. Andrew. Solos were given by Miss Mabel Williams and Gladys Humphreys The pianist was Miss Cissie Owens. HOCKEY.—The return match between Newtown and Bishop's Castle, took place on the Cunnings, on Wednesday, when the umpire was Mr D. Morgan. Th,) result was a win ef four goals to two for the homesters. The winners had most of the play throughout, and could do almost any- thing but soore. The two goals registered by the Castle men were from a breakaway by Greenhouse. A FOOTBALL MISHAP.-A young man named Willie Bumford, the son of Mr and Mrs T. Bumford, Dolafon, had the misfortnne to break his leg on Thursday afternoon whilst playing foot- ball on the North End ground. The cause of the accident was a. collision with another player. The unfortunate fellow was immediately ridden on a bicycle to Dr. Shearer's surgery, where he was attended to and afterwards taken to the infir- mary. GOLF.-The result of a match between Newtown and Chirbury, played on the Gio Links, was as fnllnnrc • yy. NEWTOWN. CHIRBURT. Dr. Stevenson 0 Rev. P. A. Lushington 1 S. P. Powell 0 H. Morgan-Owen 1 W. E. Pryca-Jones 0 R. Rogers 1 J. Arthur Jones 1 D.Jones. 0 C. W. Norton i S. Knowles. H. E. Breese. 0 W. R. Shaw 1 E. J. Harrison 0 C. Spackman 1 W. G. Cottle 1 W. H. Langford 0 2l 5i OBITWAF.Y.-It is our melancholy duty to record the death of Miss Phillips, of Plasyndre, who, at 10 o'clock on Thursday morning, made an untimely departure from this life. Whilst staying in Llan- idloes last November at the residence of her brother, Mr, Llewelyn Phillips, she was taken ill, and from that time onwards was compelled to keep to her bed. Under the able care of Dr. Davies she appeared to be making progress, but on Sunday week hopes of recovery received a rude check when it became known that she had suffered a violent relapse. She lingered on in a semi- conscious condition until Thursday. She was the eldest surviving daughter of Mr Richard Phillips —well known as a zealous unpaid public servant. In Newtown she was a faithful member of the New Road C. M. Church, and with the work of the Church and Sunday School she actively identified herself. In Llanidloes she attended Bethel-street Chapel, but went to the Welsh Sunday School, as she was conversant with both tongues. She was at all times a prominent worker on behalf of the Temperance Cause, for some years she was secre- tary of the local branch of the B.W.T.A., and afterwards acted as treasurer. She was also .n"igt.1 wi f.H f.liA Nawtnwn Auriliarv of the Bible Society and did good service for that body as a collector. She had a kind and genial dis- position and earned the affection of all who knew her; the deepest sympathy is felt for the family.

LLANDINAM. A LECTURE was delivered in the Village Hall on Friday, March 26tb, by Mr George Milne of Chester. Mr Milne took ai his subject, Agricul- ture in Denmark," and he described the progress which that country has made since adopting the co-operative system in 1881. Before this date, he said, affairs were at a very low ebb, but since they had steadily improved until in 1907 the exports reached the value of twenty-four million pounds sterling. The secret of success liy in co-operation because it gave the small farmer the same chance as the wealthy one.

LLAITHDU. AT the early age of nineteen John T. R. Evans, second son of Mr and Mrs Evans, Upper Llaithdu, has passed away. This sad event occurred on Monday, after a short illness. The funeral, a public one, took place on Friday, and was largely attended, the deceased having by his kindly disposition endeared himself to a large circle of friends. The Rev J. D. Hamer, Kerry. officiated at the house. The place of interment was Cwmdauddr Churchyard, Rhayader. Much sympathy is felt with the sorrowing family. Beautiful wreaths were sent by the following: Father and Mother, Brothers and Sisters, Grandma, Uncle and Aunties, Gladys and Thomas, All at Camnant, Pat tie Joaes ahd Lottie Lewis, E. and J. Price, All at Glanyravon. Mr D. Lewis, London House, Newtown, had charge of tha funeral arrangements.

CHIRBURY. THE funeral of the late Mr Richard Cad- wallader, of Kingswood Farm, took place at the parish church on the 26th ult., and was attended by a considerable number of friends and neighbours. The chief mourn- ers were Mrs Cadwallader (widow), Messrs Moses and Alfred Cadwallader (sons), Mr and Mrs Powell, Hampton (son-in-law and daughter). Miss Cadwallader (daughter), Mr Moses Cadwallader (brother), Mr Wm. Powell (grandson). The Vicar (Rev Preb. J. Burd) officiated in the church and at the graveside. A number of beautiful wreaths were sent by relatives and friends. Mr Cadwallader, who had reached the age of 70 years, came to Kingswood from Tre helig, Welshpool, three years ago. He was much respected, and deep sympathy is felt with the family in their bereavement.

Machynlleth U. D. C. Election. The polling for the election of two members for the West Ward took place on Saturday last, the candidates boing-Evan Humphreys, John Jones, and William Sadleir. The presiding officer was Mr Edmund Gillart, town clerk, and the poll clerk was Mr J. Ryan Leighton. The contest aroused a considerable amount of interest. The polling was rather slow during the first three or four hours, but improved as the witching hour approached. Out of the possible 201 odd, 177 recorded their votes, and at eight o'clock prompt Mr Gillart ordered the man in blue" to admit no more voters, and after the preliminary formalities had been gone through proceeded with all dispatch to count the votes in the presence of the three candidates and the officials. The counting occupied about ten minutes only, and the Returning Officer declared the result to Ko a a follows Evan Humphreys ng William Sadleir 89 John Jones 75 A very hearty vote 01 taauKa was accorded to returning and presiding officers, on the propos- ition of Mr Evan Humphreys, for the excellent manner in which be had conducted the proceed- ings, which was seconded by Mr W. Sadleir and carried ucaminously. '1 he Returning Officer th«n returned his thanks, stepped on to the balcony and announced the result to the large crowd as- sembled in front of the HaJJ, who cheered vociferously. The two successful candidates then delivered short addresses and received hearty cheers from their supporters nud congratulations flowed like" milk and honey." The defeated can- didate took his "exit" in a very cheerful and philosophic mood and is not afraid of coming for- ward again whenever the opportunity is offered. Messrs Humphreys and Sadleir were taken around their" constituency," heralded by a torch- light procession, amid the tumultous applause of the people. Good humour and fair play were the distinctive features of a very interesting and friendly fight. Generally speaking the result was a popular one, but of course it is difficult to please every- body, as witness one gentleman, who in a some- what bibulous condition addressed a prominent tradesman in the town as follows: "I am sur- prised at you people putting (hie) a publican (hie) in." The tradesman smiled.

WELSHPOOL. (SEI: Page 7 for other Welshpool News.] GOOD WORD FOR J4HN BULL.-u The English are the people who rea( the Bible more than any other nation.The iev. Tudor Owen (senior curate), on Sunday moving, at Christ Church. LADY" FIRST AIDs.Twenty-nine of Dr. Skinner's lady pupib attended an oral and practical examination, which was conducted at the Oak last Thurscay afternoon by Dr. Beres- ford, Oswestry. Twelie candidates were in for primary stage, and 17 br the medallion." MONDAY'S MARKET PRICES.—Wheat, 168 to 1715 per 240 lbe; oats, 15s 10 17s per 220 lbs; barley (grinding), 15s to 16s; barley (malting), 16s to I 19s per 20 lbs. Chicken;, 4s 6d to 6s 6d per couple; hens, 4s to 4s 6d; duckling, 6s to 7s. Rabbits, Is 4d to Is 6d per couple. Egzs (wholesale), 15 to 16 for Is; retail, 14. Butt.r (wholesale), Is to Is Id I I per lb; retail, Is THE LABOURER'S TAIK O'ER.—At the age of 52 years a very tidy Wefchpool workingman died on Sunday, at 32, Gungbg Lane, in the person of Mr John James Jones. He had laboured many years on the Cambrian BLilways, and also worked on the Leighton countryside. The deceased, whe had been married twice, vas buried last Thursday afternoon in St. Mary's Parish Churchyard. VETERAN HIGH BAI.IFF.-On March 31st, 1909, Mr Frank Roper retired from the post of High Bailiff of the Wilshpool County Court, which he had held for 46 ears. It is regrettable that bad health causes this resignation. Mr Roper is the last of the bgh bailiffs the office now lapses, and the worl will be merged into the hands of the Count; Court Registrar (Mr G. D. Harrison). A WELSHPOOL MISSIOKARY IN CHINA.—Miss Winnie Watkin (daughter of Mr and Mrs Nathàniel Watkin, Berritw-street) went out to Canton fifteen months ag) under the auspices of the London Missionary Society, and has just passed with honours an examination in Chinese. Part of this difficult language test was to keep up a fifteen minutes conversation in the vernacular I with a Chinaman. VETERAN CLERK.—On March 25th. 1909. Mr Richard Powell retired frou the service of Messrs Harrisons & Winnall, solictors, to enjoy a well- earned rest: The Clerk of the Peace's Chief Clerk had been in the Berriew-stjeet office for 60 years, and was a familiar figure as every Assize, Quarter Sessions, and County Council meeting. Mr Powell always proved himself a courteous official, anxious to oblige, and ever ready to render any assistance in his power to all concerned. He was a walk- ing encyclopaedia on all natters connected with administrative work of the County, he could answer any question, or produce any document at a moment's notice; and he was equally an autho- rity on any difficult point of finance. Take him for all in all, it will be louz ere the Montgomery County Council will again see the like of Mr Richard Powell. CONGREGATIONAL CONCERT AND ENTERTAIN- MENT.—A feature of the very enjoyable concert on New-street Congregational premises last Thursday evening, was the fact that no fewer than four Welshpool "Church" women figured I amongst the artistes. The schoolroom was well filled by an appreciative audience, and encores were frequent. The following took part:—Miss James, A.L C M. (the accompanist of the evening), Miss Nora Quinn (Great Wollaston), Mr Walter Perry, Miss Sybil Hutchins, Miss Lane, Mr Bert Jones, Miss Ethel Powell, Miss Ethel Higgins (Arddleen), Mrs Matthew Powell, Miss Powell sketch, Mixem's Matrimonial Mart," Mr Charles Thomas, Mr George Davies (Bryneglwys), Miss Minnie Lewis, Mr Maldjvyn Evans, Mr Walter Davies and Miss Caroline Parry. Mr John Jones, J.P., organized the concert. VETERAN ELECTRICIAN.—Cambrian railwaymen and passengers alike have lately missed from their midst up and down the lino the familiar and sturdy figure of Mr Henry Lloyd, The Telegraph,' who since May 1st, 1871, was the local representa- tive of Messrs J. B. Saunders Company, electrical engineers, London and Cardiff. Having been altogether 49 years in the service of this well- known firm, Mr Lloyd has now retired with a well-deserved pension from his appreciative em- ployers. Mr Lloyd has had a long and perhaps unique experience of railway telegraphy work-when he entered Messrs J. B. Saunders' service in 1860, the telephone, of course, was un- dreamt of, and there was but one system in vogue —the old double needle instrument, with which he helped to fit the Somerset and Dorset railway. When Mr Lloyd was transferred to Welshpool 38 years ago, there was no block system on the Cambrian—the signalling being done by staff. Soon afterwards Mr Lloyd superintended the equipment of the line throughout with Tyer'e block instruments, which eventually were re- placed by Tyer's tablet instruments, which system is still in force. Besides the whole of the Cam- brian, Welshpool's veteran electrician has had under his charge the Festiniog and North Wales Narrow Guage Railways, the Snowdon Tramway line, the Neath and Brecon line, and a portion of the Brecon and Merthyr Railway—making a total mileage of nearly 400 miles. A life-long traveller, Mr Lloyd was evidently never fated to meet his end in a railway accident, and to-day; having just recovered from a somewhat severe chill, he looks as well as ever-no one would take him to be 70 years of age. Mr Lloyd's place has been taken by Mr W. Wadham, from the Swindon distriot, and on his recent retirement he was.oresented by the electrical staffs at the Oswestry, Welsbpool, Builth, Brecon, Machynlleth, and Aberystwyth depots with a handsome marble clock, suitably engraved—the timepiece being handed to him by Assistant Inspector E. O. Evaas (Cardiff) and Mr Foules, of the Post Office electrical staff, Welsh- pool. Mr Lloyd hqs filled a long and useful part in life, and to him and to Mrs Lloyd there goes forth every good wish not only from his brother electricians, but from Cambrian railway passen- gers, countless in number, whose safety he has helped to safeguard for nearly 40 years. THE REV. j. STROUD WILLIAMS.—New-street Congregational Church's new pastor, who settled down in his new, yet old, sphere of work on Sunday, left Swindon amid many expressions of deep regret, and quite a series of presentations. A crowded congregation assembled in Sandford- street Congregational Chapel, where he had ministered for nineteen years, to show their appreciation of the departing pastor and public man. On behalf of the local 1, Fraternal" of Free Church Ministers, the Rev J. H. Gavin, B.D. (Presbyterian), presented Mr Stroud Williams with an illuminated address. Mr Gavin remarked that Mr Williams was going back to a place which had memories of years gone by; and it was something in Mr Williams' favour that his old friends bad asked him to come back, and minister to them once more. Not every minister would be received back again to an old place after a lapse of years.—Mr T. C. Dawson, secretary to the North Wilts Field and Camera Club, of which Mr Stroud Williams was a vice-president, next presented their departing member with a purse of gold from the Field and Camera Club, the Jeffries' Club in connection with the Technical Schools, and Congregationalists outside Mr Williams' own church. Mr Dawson observed that the success of the Field Club was largely due to the great work of Mr Williams, who had added to them debt year by year by giving a lecture each session on some subject in natural history.—Alderman W. H. Stanier, on behalf of Sandford-Btreet Church, next presented to Mr Williams a testimonial of crisp pieces of paper representing .£35. This farewell records that We are deeply grateful for the stimulus, comfort, and Spiritual gnidance, which the Church has received during your ministry of nearly nineteen years. During that time no note of discord has been heard in the Church and we thankfully record the erection of the permanent Church building, the payment of the entire cost of the Church, and the balance of the debt on the school; and of greater import still, the building up of the Spiritual Church. 01 Many members have been received into fellowship, and the Christian Endeavour Society, Bible Classes, Sunday School, Band of Hope, and other organiza: tions, have prospered under your watchful care and direction. Your sympathy in time of sorrow has endeared you to many hearts, and your strong, intellectual and faithful preaching has. we believe, made an impression the Church and in the town which will remain for many years as a testimonial to your valued ministry. We desire also to express our appreciation of Mrs Willia,ms' cordial co-operation in your work and of the gracious influence of her gentle, Christian-like spirit on the life of the Church. The Grammar School.—Easter term ends next Thursday; the summer term opens on Tuesday, May 4th. At a recent examina- tion the following pupils gained Pitman's shorthand certificates :-Theory, David Davies and Charles Grand; elementary, Roger Davies, H. G. Harper, and D. V. Hiles.

"V/rONTGOMERYSHIRE WORTHIES: By JJJL the late Mr Richard Williams, F.R.Hist. S. Offered at Subscriber's Pricc, 3/6 j Postage, 4d I —" Express Office, Newtown

MONTGOMERY. BISHOP'S CASTLE CHARITY Cup.-The local team crossed the border into Shropshire on Saturday to meet Bishop's Castle in the semi-final for this cup. The weather was beautiful, and both teams turned out at full strength before a good gate. Harry Harris won the toss for the visitors and played with the wind in their favour. In the first three minutes, after some pretty passing, Charlie Williams netted the ball for Montgomery but was given offside. After con- tinued pressure, one of the Bishop's Castle backs handled in the penalty line. Cecil Watkins took the kick and scored with a terrific shot which gave Stainer no earthly chance. A few minutes later, from a lovely centre by Whittingham, Charlie Williams scored and added a second goal. Kilvert later also scored, but the point was disallowed for offside. During the initial half, the homesters rarely crossed the half-way line, and at the interval Montgomery led by 2 goals to nil. In the second half the play was chiefly in mid-field. Ten minutes from time, Jacky Davies handled and a penalty was awarded the homesters and Jones scored. Result :-Montgomery, 2 Bishop's Castle, 1. Referee, Mr H. W. Healing, Shrewsbury. Montgomery now qualify to meet Clee Hill in the final at Bishop's Castle on Easter Monday.

MACHYNLLETH. GOLF.-The Ladies Competition on Thursday resulted as follows:—Miss G. Davies 1st, Mrs Ormonde 2nd, Mrs Leighton 3rd. GUARDIANS ELECTION.—The election of a guardian for the Isygarreg parish took place at Derwenlas on Saturday last, the result being as follows :—Lewis Lewie 35. Evan Jones 21. MUSICAL SUCCESSES.—One of the most success- ful results for a considerable period was attained by the pupils of Miss Beatrice Davies, A.Mus. L.C M., who underwent an examination at Aber- ystwyth on Saturday last, the result being as follows :-Senior, Gladys Leighton honours In- termediate, Annie Mary Davies and Olive Jones 1st class. A pupil also of Miss Jennie Humphreys, A L.C.M., took 1st class in the Elementary stage, viz., Rosie Jones. The examiner was Theodore S. Tearne, Esq., Mus. Rae. Oxon, L. Mus. L.C.W. At the 'same examination Miss Jennie Morgan, A.L.C.M., obtained her L.L.C.M. degree with honours.

Local Law Case. A case which has aroused considerable local interest was heard at the Law Courts in London, in the King Bench Division, before Justice Jelf, on Friday. The parties were Mr William Gwilt, of Coed-y-wig, Liandyssil, and Mr Sidney R. Heap, of Mellington Hall, Churchstoke. Mr J. H. Redman, instructed by Mr Martin Woosnam, appeared for Mr Gwilt, and Mr J. R. Randolph, B.C.L., instructed by Mr C. S. Pryce, Montgomery, was Counsel for Mr Heap The matter arose out of an Arditration held by Mr Pryce Wilson-Jones, of Newtown, the Arbitra- tor appointed by the Board of Agriculture to decide upon a claim made by Mr Heap against Mr Gwilt in respect of dilapidations caused by the latter while a tenant on the Mellington estate. The award was made in Mr Heap's favour and an order enforcing it waq made by Judge Harris Lea at the Bishops Castle County Court. The present application was for a Writ of Prohibition to be issued to the Judge and Mr Heap to prohibit fur- ther proceeding in the matter. After hearing Counsel on both sides on Friday, his Lordship declined to issue the writ asked for and the application was dismissed with costs against Mr Gwilt.

Under Drink's Influence, John Senior, a native of Manchester, was charged at Newtown Police Court, on Saturday, with having stolen two watches from Charles Stephens, a Wesley-street barber. Charles Stephens said he had known defendant for the list month who had been working for him during that time, and living in his (witness's) house. On Friday, in consequence of what his wife said, he searched the rooms and failed to find the watches. He had seen them the same day. The watches produced he identified as the missing ones. The oet of his watch was 7s and that of his wife was PA 10a. Emily Stephens, wife of the last witness, said she noticed both the watches in the bedroom at about 4-4.5. The defendant came down stairs about 5-30 and said he felt ill and was going out. He went out. At seven o'clock she went upstairs and found both watches missing. Sarah Matilda Cor field said the defendant came into the Blue Bell between five and six on Friday and offered her a old watch for a sovereign. She refused the offer and he went out. P.C. Hammonds deposed that at 7-40 p.m. on Friday he found defendant sitting in the bar of the Greyhound Inn drinking out of a pint mug. When he got him outside witness said to de- fendant, I suppose you know what I want you for," he replied, Oh, yes." Witness then asked, "Have you got the watches on you?" and there- upon he handed over the two watches produced. Subsequently, in answer to the charge, be said, Right you are." I am guilty of the charge said defendant to the Clerk, I was under the influence of drink at the time or these things never would have been done." Mr Swift (with whom sat Mr Alfred Ford) then told defendant he would have to go to prison for two months' hard labour.

Married Women in Schools. Sir.—In view of the large number of young certificated women teachers who are now un- employed, and who have been trained in the most recent educational methods, I think it is time the Montgomeryshire Education Authority should take immediate steps to displace the married women who are now engaged in its schools. Only last week I noticed in the daily papers that Bradford, Rochdale and Coventry have given their married teachers notice to terminate their engagements at the commence- ment of the summer holidays. There is a deep- rooted obiection to this class amongst the parents of Montgomeryshire, and if the Education Author- ity is not the tool" of one man, as it is some- times said to be, notice should be given to these teachers at the next meeting. Yours faithfully, PARENT."

# The Late Mrs Samuel Copnall.-Aged over 70 years, Mrs Copnall, wife of Mr Samuel Copnall (ex-headmaster of the Welshpool National School), died last Thursday at their residence, 46, Frederick-road, Stech- ford (Worcester). A Salopian by birth, the deceased lady, with her husband, had lived 25 years in Welshpool at Bodlondeb (Gun- grog-lane), and also at Myrtle Villa. Mrs Copnal was a great horticulturist, and fin advanced High Churchwoman. She leaves two sons-Mr Walter Copnall, solicitor, and Mr Reginald Copnall-together ith a daughter, who is married to a school uaster down in Essex.

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LLANIDLOES. MARKET PRICES.—Eggs 18 for Is, butter Is 3d per lb, fowls 4s 6d a couple, ducks 5s 6d. FOOTBALL.—Llanidloes United were at home on Saturday to the pick of Newtown in a match for the benefit of the League. An interesting game resulted in a win for the United by 4 goals to 1. BREACH OF PROMISE.—A very amusing breach of promise trial was held in the Public Rooms on Friday night last under the auspices of the Llanidloes Debating Society. The contesting parties were plaintiff, Mr F. J. Phillips, and defendant, Mr W. E. Dakin. The trial was con- ducted in a manner which caused roars of laughter. CHURCHMEN'S GUILD.-The Rev T. S. Rhys presided over last Wednesday night's meeting, when a mock Parliamentary election was held. The candidates were: Conservative. Mr J. D. Owen; Liberal, Mr H. A. Grady; Socialist, Mr T. P. Williams; Suffragette, Mr Albert Roberts. After each candidate had held a meeting a ballot was taken, the result being, 1st Suffragette, 2nd Conservative, 3rd Liberal, 4th Socialist. A SPECIAL sessions was held at the police station on Tuesday before Messrs Richard George and William Ashton, when Charles John Bates was brought up in custody charged with dis- orderly conduct.—P.S. Lewis stated that about three a.m. that day he was called to the prisoner in China-street He found him there very dis- orderly and shouting. After a lot of persuasion he took him to the police station; he went quietly. Prisoner drew out a knife, but did not attempt to use it.—Prisoner, who admitted the offence, was fined .£1 or 14 days.

CAERSWS A HANDSOME SUM.—The Llanidloes Pierrotts' entertainment, which was held at Caersws in the middle of March, yielded a sum of .£115, which has been handed over to the Railwaymen's Benevolent Fund. A grand social and entertainment under the auspices of the members of the Baptist Mission Room" was held on Wednesday evening. The tea commenced at five p.m., when a very large number attended. The lady members of the mission room did their utmost as tea makers to make all present happy. A grand entertainment after the cloths were removed took place. The Rev Rheese Davies, Baptist minister, Maesteg, presided, and his address was an erudite treat, and was listened to with very great eagerness by all present. The following ladies and gentlemen sustained the pro- gramme Misses May Hamer, Bessie Mor- gan, Blodwen Jones, Maggie Hamer, Lillie Grosvenor, Nellie Morgan, Enid Wilson, Irene Davies (Maesteg), Mary Thomas, Ethel Manuel, Messrs H. Breese, W. Russell Rogers, Tom George, William Morris, Joseph Nicholas, Bert Owen, Vernon Bradley, and Sidney Nicholas. A more interesting enter- tainment has not taken place in the An- cient City" for some time. Meetings of this character are of invaluable service to the young folk from a musical and literary point of view.

LORD JOICEY is 63 years of age this day (Tuesday). Mr H. Brytbon Hughes, the general secretary of the Colwyn Bay National Eisteddfod (1910), having tendered his resignation, it has been unanimously decided to appoint Mr T. R. Roberts, of Carnarvon and Colwyn Bay, to fill the vacancy. WALES has not got into a German funk,"—if one may judge by the result of the East Denbigh election, where Mr Hemmerde secured a majority of 2,721 over Sir Foster Cuncliffe. Last election his majority was 2,791.

BUSINESS CARDS. PROMPTITUDE, NEATNESS AND GOOD W orkmanship Guaranteed. Moderate Charges. HARRY HIBBOTT, Undertaker, Joiner, and Carpenter, Weir Street, Newtown. Carpets laid down, Shops fitted up. Removals attended to. Furniture carefully repaired. INCENT LLOYD (late W. R. Wood) Jeweller and Watchmaker, The Cross, Newtown, haTing worked for six years with one of the largest trade repairers in the United Kingdom, is personally prepared to undertake all kinds of Repairs to Watches, Clocks, and Jewellery, and guarantees to give every satisfaction. z91 CLOGGING —EDMUND HITCHON begs to C inform the inhabitants of Newtown and District that he still continues to carry on the Clogging Trade in all its branches at Crown Street, Newtown. HANSOM CABS FOR HIRE. Special terms given to invalids for hire by the hour. Ponies and Traps and Wagonettes, with or without driver, on reasonable terms; also, goods delivered with horse and lurry.—Apply: Mrs HANDY, Frankwell, Newtown. B438 OHN A. OLIVER. Wholesale and Retail Tobacconist. Appointed Sole Agent by the Manufacturers for Newtown and District of the following Specialities: Messrs Sandorides, Turkish Egyptian, and Virginia Cigarettes; Messrs J. Samuda's Avoca's, Cigars, Tobacco and Cigarettes; also, the World-renowned G.B.D (B.B.B.), and Masta Briar Root Pipes. J.A.O. Keeps a large Stock of Briar and Meerschaum Pipes in Cases, suitable for presentations. All kinds of Pipes Repaired and Re-mounted,—Note Address: 36, Broad-street. Newtown. MISSES PILOT, of Market-street, Newtown, and Market Hall, Welshpool, wish to announce that they give the highest prices for Left-off Clothing. Personal calls if required. MAURICE DAVIES, Contractor, has removed 1-J.. from 8, Severn-square, Newtown, to more Convenient Premises, No 9, Old Ladywell Hall Place, Newtown. Workshop and Office: BACK OF CLIFTON-TERRACE, where Business will be carried on as usual, Tenders Given for All Classes of Work, Painting, Plumbing, Glazing, Paperhang- ing, Spring Cleaning, Gas, Hot, and Cold Water Fittings, and General Repairs of House and Other Property. Paints, Glass, Putty, Wallpapers, for Sale. All Work carried out under Personal Supervision. (421 WELSHPOOL. O BRIDE, NO WEDDING but in addition to the presence of the Bride, no Wedding in the Borough of Welshpool is com- plete without one of A. E. BOND'S Celebrated Wedding Cakes—International Gold Medallist Quality. Sold at 7 & 8, Broad-street, Welshpool DO YOU WANT TO LOOK WELL AND PROSPEROUS P Of course you do, who does'nt? JOHN JONES, Broad-street, WelshpooL will help you by supplying a well-cut Suit of the best material at a moderate price. JOHN JO}{E' stock of Hats, Collars, Ties, and Gloves is large and up-to-date. If you doubt the veracity of this statement, take the wise man's advice, Proveall things, and hold fast that which is good, by calling at JOHN JONES'. Broad-street. Welshpool. LLANFAIR. IMPORTANT TO FARMERS.—FOR RIDING JL Saddles and Harness (made on the Premises) go to JOHN EDWARDS, Saddler, Collar and Hame&i Maker, Llanfair. London Whips, Never Rust" Bits, Sponges, Chamois, Embrocation, &c. Watez, proo fKnee Rugs. Clotn and Leather Leggings. Special Oil and Blacking for Harness. Agent to the Alliance Assurance Co, "266 CAMBRIAN RAILWAYS COMPANY. TO BE SOLD BY PRIVATE TREATY, the several stacks of well-harvested HAY, of the growth of 1908 (except where otherwise stated), standing at the under-mentioned Stations on the Cambrian Railways, and estimated to contain the respective quantities, more or less, also under- mentioned, viz. Est'd EstV STATIONS. Wght. STATIONS. Wght. Tons. Tons Llanymynech No. 1. 6 Harlech (1907) No. 1 5 Welshpool No. 1 41 (1908) 8J No. 2 5| Talsarnau (1907) Abermule No. 1 2t „ (1908) 8 Towyn. 61 Abererch (1907) 5 (1908) 8f For further particulars, and to treat, apply tc S. WILLIAMSON, Oswestry, April, 1909. Secretary PUBLIC NOTICES. MR. J. MEIRION EVANS UNDERTAKES TUITION IN VOICE-PRODUCTION & VOCAL TRAINING. Musical Adjudicator and Condaator of Choial Festivals. Terms-Moderate. Address :-HYFRYDLE, CAERSWS. 0450 THANKS. ON BEHALF OF MYSELF AND FAMILY I beg to return most Sincere Thanks for Sympathy received from numerous friends during our recent sad bereavement. The letters, personal enquiries, wreaths, large funeral attendance, and sympathetic obituary notice in Express," were deeply appreciated, and proved a source of greatest comfort in severest trial. MARGARET JONES. Plasmadoc, Dolfor, March 31st. (435) I MONTGOMERYSHIRE EASTER SESSIONS' 1909. ASSIZES & QUARTER SESSIONS ACT, 1-908. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, there being no Business to be transacted; the General Quarter Set-sions of the Peaoe for the County of Montgomery, fixed to be held at New- town, on Thursday next, the 8th April instant, will, under the provisions of Section 2 of the above- mentioned Act, not be held. HARRISON, Clerk of the Peace. Welshpool, 3rd April, 1909. (441 > WELSHPOOL GRAMMAR SCHOOL. PREPARATIONS for the University Locals,. -i- Preceptors, Public Schools, Shorthand Certificate, and Civil Service Examinations. OVER 100 PASSES during the last five years in the above Examinations. Thirty Shorthand Certificates gained since 1893. CAMBRIDGE LOCALS. ALL PASSED. HONOURS. RESIDENT MASTER, UNIVERSITY GRADUATE. Cambridge Local Examination Class now forming Comfortable Home for Boarders. Moderate Terms. iS7 T. F. HILES, Head Master. MONTGOMERYSHIRE EDUCATION AUTHORITY. rilEACHERS, as indicated, are REQUIRED JL IMMEDIATELY for the following SCHOOLS HEAD. Llawryglyn Cl. Sch., Trained Certificated Master (knowledge of Welsh essential), .£90. Pont- robert C.E., Trained Certificated Master, £ 100. ASSISTANTS. Uncertificated-Llang-adfan C.E., to take Sewkig, Welsh essential, .£45. Llangurig Cl. (female). .A5. Castle-Caereinion C.E. (female) £40. Llansaintffraid C.E. (female), Xio. Carno CI., X40. Newtown Council (Infants)- Female, .£35. K Forms of application may be obtained from rae, the undersigned, on receipt of stamped addressecT foolscap envelope for reply. Canvassing, directly or indirectly, a disqualification. LLEWELYN PHILLIPS, Clerk to the Education Authority. County Education Offices, Newtown, April 3rd, 1909. (-)26) UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF WALES, ABERYSTWYTH (One of the Constituent Colleges of the University of Wales). President: The Right Hon. Lord Bendel. Principal: T. F.Roberts, M.A. (Oxon) LL.D. (Vict) STUDENTS are prepared for Degrees in Arts, k3 Science (including the applied Scieaoe of Agriculture), Law and Music. Sessional Com- position Fee, £ 10, with additional Laboratory Fees for Science Students. Registration lPàe, l. Men Students reside in Registered Lodgings in the town, or at the Men's Hostel. Warden Prof. J.W. Marshall, M.A. Women Students reside in the Alexandra Hall of Residence for Women. Warden Miss E. A. Fewings. For full particulars respecting the General Arts and Science Departments, the Law, Agriculture, and Day Training Departments, the Department for the Training of Seoondaiy Teachers. &nd the Hostels, apply to J. H. DAVIES, M.A., Registrar. URBAN DISTRICT OF NEWTOWN ANI> LLANLLWCHAIARN. INFECTIOUS DISEASE (NOTIFICATION) ACT, 1889. COMPULSORY NOTIFICATION OF ANTHRAX, GLANDERS & HYDROPHOBIA. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Urban District Council of Newtown and Llan- Uwchaiara as the Sanitary Authority for the said Urban District did at a Meeting held on the 4th day of March, 1909, by Resolution order that: The Infectious Disease (Notification) Act, 1889, s. v_ aPPly m the District of the Council to Glanders and Hydrophobia. And that this resolution shall constitute and be- a? <^r(^er the Council to that effect. And that such Order shall come into operation upon the expiration of one week from the date of the publication of the first advertise- ment thereof after its approval by the Local Government Board. AND NOTICE IS ACCORDINGLY FUR- THER GIVEN that the said Order, having been duly approved by Order of the Local Government Board, bearing date the 23rd day of March, 1309, will come into force at the expiration of one week from the date of the first publication of this advertisement, that is to say, on the 6th day of April, 1909. On and after the said 6th day of April next where any inmate of any building (including any Ship, Vessel, Boat, Tent, Van, Shed, or similar structure used for human habitation) within the above named district is suffering from Anthrax, OlaBders or Hydrophobia, then (unless such building is a hospital in which persons suffering from infectious disease are received) the iollowing provisions will apply, namely:- (a) The head of the family to which such inmate (hereinafter referred to as the patient) belongs, and in his default the the patieni present in the building or being in attendance on the patient, and in default of 3uch relatives every person in charge of or in attendance on the patient, and in default of any such person the occupier of the buildirg shall, as soon as he becomes aware that the pRtient is suffering from Anthrax. Glandera- or Hydrophobia send notiee thereof to the Medical Officer of Health of the District; (b) Every Medical Praotitioner attending on or called in to visit the patient shall forthwith, on becoming aware that the patient is suffering fnlQ Anthrax. Glanders or Hydrophobia send to the Medi&al Officer of Health for the District a certificate stating the name of the patient, the situa- tion of the building, and the fact that, in the opinion of such medical practitioner, the patient is suffering from Anthrax, Glanders or Hydrophobia. (c) Every person so required as aforesaid to give a notice or certificate who fails to give the same, will be liable on summary con- viction in manner provided by the Sum- mary Jurisdiction Aste to a fine not 1-1 exceeding forty shillings; Provided thai if a person is not required to give notice in the fit st instance, but only in default of ejaie other person, he shall not be liable to any fine if he satisfies the Court that he had reasonable cause to suppose that the notice had been duly given. Dated the 24th day of March. 1909. By Order of the Council, MARTIN WOOSNAM, (384) Clerk to the said Council.