The Brecon Radnor Express Carmarthen and Swansea Valley Gazette and Brynmawr District Advertiser

Knighton Wedding. I ROWE-NOTT.- I A very pretty wedding, at which the Vicar officiated, took place at the Parish Church, Knigh- ton, on Easter Monday, the contracting parties ,being Mr George William Rowe, of Stoke, St. Millboro', Ludlow, and Miss Mabel Gwendoline Nott, third daughter of Mr T. Nott (gardener to Sir Francis Edwards, M.P.) and Mrs Nott. The bride, who was attired in a cream silk mohair dress, trimmed with military silk braid and lace and a veil with wreath of orange blossoms, carried a bouquet of pink carnations, and wore a wristlet watch, the gift of the bridegroom. The travelling costume was of navy blue, with black hat. The bridesmaids—Miss Lilian M. Nott and Miss Gladys Valentine Nott, sisters of the bride—wore -dresses of saxe blue eoliene, trimmed with lace and insertion to match, and black picture baits, trimmed with white ostrich feathers. They also wore gold curb bracelets, the gifts of the bride- groom. The best man was Mr Ernest George, cousin of the bride. The party proceeded to and from church by motor, and after a reception at 10, Pretoria Villas, the bride's home, the happy pair left by the afternoon trai. for Blackpool, where the honeymoon is being spent. They were the recipients of many useful and valuable pre- sents from a large circle of relatives, friends and -well-wishers.

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Presteign Schools. GREENFIELD'S RECORD. I BANNER WINNERS FOR ELEVEN YEARS. The annual distribution of prizes, in connection with Greenfield School. Presteign, took place on the 14th inst. Rev. H. L. Kewley presided and the Hon. Mrs Hill distributed the prizes. The chairman explained they had 17 first prizes, 4 j certificates and 9 medals. The medals were given for perfect attendance and the certificates for 4 years' perfect attendance. He congratula- ted the school on having won the school attendance banner, awarded by the Education Authority for the best attendance made by any school in the j urban areas of the county. This school had won the banner for 11 years in succession, and he hoped they would be successful in winning it the next year, as there was still space for another win to be recorded on the banner. (Applause). He should also mention that Mr David Edwards had sent a basket of oranges to be distributed to the children. The following was the prize list :— First-class.—Elsie Woodhouse, medal, 6 years, Ethel Rollings, medal, 5 years, Nellie Edwards, medal, 4 years, certificates; Hilda Briggs, medal, 2 years, Gertie Rollings, medal, 2 years, Carrie I Walters, medal, 2 years, Connie Richards, medal, 4 years, certificate: Florrie Hodges, medal, 4 years, certificate; Kitty Thomas, medal; Marcia Crowe, Sallie Millichamp, Dora Handley, Rosa Richards (four ifrst-class prizes, certificate), Evelyn I Richards, Rose Edwards, Annie Edwards, Mary Edwards. 'Second class.—May Cadwallader, Eva Gold- smith. Augusta, :Mylle; Yvonne Mylle, Beryl Robertson, Annie Saunders. Monitor's prize.— | Ruby Johnson. Rector's prize.—Elsie Wood- I house. The chairman explained that the rector's prize was given for the best girl in the school, the award being decided bv the votes of the children themselves. Tlw prizes were awarded as follows :—Grade VI., 1st prizes.—E. Woodhouse, A. Cole and H. Morgan. E. Woodhouse was awarded an extra prize by the C.C. for continuous regularity, this year being the ninth on which he had received a I first prize. Grade V., 1st prizes.—E. Rogers, F. Mann and D. Powell. Grade IV.. 1st prizes.—E. Powell, J. Hughes, W. Francis and R. Brown. Grade III.. 1st prizes.— F. Herrits and A. Ed- wards: 2nd prize, W. Evans. Grade II., 1st prize.—S. Evans; 2nd prize, C. Rollings. Grade I., 2nd prize.—R. Crowe. Infants, 1st prizes.— I W. Saunders. B. Rollings. F. Rogers, F. Milli- champ, J. Johnson, E. Burden. L. Mann. E. Cole, E. Eastbury, K Hill; 2nd prize, L .Har- rison. The rector's prizes were awarded to Eric Powell and Eva Cole, and the headmaster's to Eric Powell for highest marks in terminal examina- tion. and to E. Cole as second highest. National School Prizes. The distribution of prizes, in connection with the National School, Presteign, took place on the following Thursday. Rev. H. L. Kewley presid- ca, and Miss Debenham distributed the prizes.

Results Tell. THERE CAN BE NO DOUBT ABOUT THE RESULTS IN BRECON. Results tell the tale. All doubt is removed. The testimony of a neighbour can be easily in- vestigated. What better proof can be had? On July 26th, 1905, Mr G. Cripps, of 2, Harp Terrace, near the Shire Hall, Brecon, said :—"I was troubled with my back for some time. I bad pains like someone stabbing me with a knife. They were acute when I did any bending, so much so that I found it difficult to straighten my- self again. I also had a tired feeling. "Reading of Doan's backache kidney pills I up my mind to try them. A course of these pills put me right, and I have not been troubled since. I know Doan's pills to be a good medicine, and ha.ve pleasure in recommending them. (Sign- ed) "G. Cripps." On June 23rd, 1915-nearly ten years later—Mr Cripps said :—"I was cured ten years ago by Doan's backache kidney pills, and I am pleased to say I enjoy good health to-day. I often re- commend Doan's pills to others.' Doan's backache kidney pills are NOT for con- stipation, liver complaint or stomach trouble. They are solely for disorders of the kidneys and bladder—such as dropsy, gravel, sediment in the water, urinary troubles, backache, lumbago, rheumatism, and nric acid poisoning. They re- lieve the kidneys and bladder like laxatives relieve the bowels. Price 2/9 a, box, of all dealers, or from Foster-McClellan Co., 8, Wells Street, Ox- ford Street, London, W. Don't ask for backache or kidney pills —ask DISTINCTLY for DOAN'S back- ache kidney pills, the same as Mr Cripps had.

I PRESTEICN'S TRIBUNAL. I RESIGNATION OF MEMBER. Presteign Local Tribunal met on Tuesday, Mr ¡ Whitmore Green-Price presiding. Other mem- bers present were Rev. H. L. Kewley, Messrs. J. Jenkins, S. 0. Bavies, J. H. Wale, H. J. Sparey, Win. Davies, J. Arthur and G. W. Preece. Mr W. Bird (chairman of the Urban Council) resigned his appointment as member of the Tri- bunal, and it was decided not to appoint in his place. The Recruiting Officer having objected to the starring of D. T. Powell (Captain's Barn farm, Corton), employed as a milkman by his father, Mr Thomas Powell, the latter appeared before the Tribunal and stated that his farm was 77 acres, mostly grass, and 9 acres tillage. His son's age was 23 and was single. He had no other man to help him in the work of the farm and the dairy business. He ha-d two daughters aged, re- spectively, 17 and 19. One was a stu dent tea-cher. He kept 14 cows in milk. He did not know how he could do without him. The chairman said that, under the xew regu- lations, no man engaged in agricultural occupa- tions was to be deemed indispensable, if his age were under 25. Postponement for a month was granted. Mr H. J. Sparey, on behalf of his foreman baker, William Herrits, who had been granted, temporary exemption, asked for a further month. Applicant stated that his employee was ready to join the Army at once, but Mr Sparey asked for this further time to enable him to fill his place. The application was granted. John Thomas Rowley, Presteign (farmer, aged 22), who had been granted exemption till the 20th April, asked for further exemption. His father, who appeared, said that the snow had hindered his sowing work, and he had had the misfortune to lose two horses. A further month was agreed to.

Councillor J. 0. George (Hirwain), the new I chairman of the Aberdare Urban District Council, has been a member of the council ten years. He is the son of Mr Owen George, J.P., Hirwain.

j Howey Choir Leader Receives Deserved Recognition. I GOOD FRIDAY PRESENTATION. I At Howey Baptist Chapel, on Good Friday, the members of the Church and congregation assem- bled in large numbers to do honour to Mr J. H. Jones, of Llandrindod Wells, who, for about eight years, had been the choir leader of the Church, and, for part of the time, organist as well. The illuminated address was encased in a massive oak frame, with thick gilt slip, and, in addition to the letterpress, the address was adorn- ed with the monograph of Mr Jones, photos of himself and of Howey Baptist Church, with a former pastor, Rev. Fred Jones, standing at the door. The wording of the address was as fol- lows "From the members of Providence Baptist Church and congregation, Howey. To Mr J. H. Jones, of Llandrindod Wells. Dear sir and brother,—The thought has been long with us that we would like to make some small acknow- ledgment of your long and faithful services to Providence Baptist Church, Howey, and now, when you may at any moment be called upon to redeem your promise to serve our king and coun- try in this hour of urgent national need, it seems a fitting time for doing so. For over eight years you have given your services to us as choirmaster, and, for a considerable part of that period, as organist as well. To this high service of the sanctuary you have brought a deep and warm de- votion, and in the performance of your duties we MR. J H. JONES. Precentor and Organist of Howcy Baptist Church. Leader of Mixed Yoice Choir which has secured numerous Eisteddfodic Successes. know you have made many sacrifices, never con- sidering your own comfort or convenience if in any way you could assist the cause, which is dear to all our hearts. Your frequent assistance in the arranging of musical programmes for special concerts, entertainment, and eistedd- fodau, and in training the young, has been of the greatest value to a little church which constantly finds difficulty in raising all the funds necessary for the worthy carrying on of the work our Lord has committed unto us. We also call to mind the many successes of the Howey choir at various eisteddfodau under your able leadership. During the years of your service you have walked thous- ands of miks to and from our church, going like a great servant of the Lord of a former day, "not, to those who need you, but to those who need you most." We know that this service has been to you its own reward, and that the joy you hafe found in doing the will of the Lord has surpassed all other joys, but, neverthe- less, we trust you will allow us in this way to ex- press our high appreciation of your lofty charac- ter, your courteous and skilful service, and your intense devotion and faithfulness. We earnestly hope that you may long be spared to be a leader in the worship of God's House, and that when life's service is over you may take your place in that heavenly choir to sing the old song of praise and glory to Him who has redeemed us and wash- ed us from our sins in His blood. On behalf of the Church and the Sunday school, we remain, dear brother, your brethren in the faith of the Lord Jesus Christ, Austin Ll. Edwards, pastor; John Evans and John Jones, deacons; Arthur L. Davies, treasurer; and Edwin Probert, secretary. Presented Good Friday, 1916." The presentation was made by Mrs Arthur L. Davies, who said that Mr Jones was very worthy of the address, as he had helped their Church in every way that lie possibly could for a long per- iod. (Applause.) Rev. A. L. Edwards (pastor) said that, of all the servants of the House of the Lord, one of the most important was that one who took care of the worship part of the services. They had been ex- ceedingly fortunate in having the service of Mr [ Jones, who had done his work in a most admir- able way. He was a man who had a strong sense of duty, and. for eight years, he had been j to them a man of deeds rather than a man of J words. In order to serve them, Mr Jones had travelled thousands of miles to and from Llandrin- I dod Wells, coming when there was deep snow on j the ground and in pouring rain, as well as when I the weather was more pleasant. Mr Jones had been most successful as a choir leader, and he II had gathered around him a body of singers whom lie had trained with fine taste and much skill. 1 Through Mr Jones and his choir, Howey had se- cured a name for music of which it did well to be proud. (Applause.) It was sometimes said that the choir was that part of the Church in which there was least harmony, but he was glad to say that throughout his long service the choir which Mr Jones had led had been full of harmony amongst themselves. (Applause.) In these sad days, Churches had been called upon to make great sacrifices, and, if Mr Jones had to go. it would be a great loss to them and to other Churches in the county where he had taken his choir to give assistance. All that Mr Jones had done had been out of devotion to Jesus Cbrnt and not for the praise of men but for the praise of God. (Applause.) Mr A. L. Davies said that they were rather more dependent than many Churches on special events, and, in organising these, Mr Jones had been of the utmost assistance, and all that he had taken in hand had been carried through with great success. As treasurer, he felt that they owed Mr Jones a great debt of gratitude. The address was only a small token of the debt of gratitude which they all felt. and they hoped that Mr Jones would be spared for many years to act as their conductor. (Applause.) Mr E. Probert said he had known one part of Mr Jones's family for 25 years, and the other side for 15 years. Many members of the famil- ies were people of considerable musical talent. He (Mr Probert) had something to do with induc- ing Mr Jones to take up the work there, and he fully agreed with all that had been said. In training the young, Mr Jones was rendering very valuable service. In all his work Mr Jones had shown marked ability and much devotion, and they hoped the Lord would long spare him to con- tinue it. (Applause.) Mr Evan Matthews re-called how Mr Jones took a Howey choir to Kingsland eisteddfod in three successive years, winning the silver cup on each occasion. Proceeding, Mr Matthews said that he had always found Mr Jones to be a thorough Christian man in every sense of the word, and, with regard to his Church work, it was impossible to speak too highly of him. If Mr Jones had to go, they would all be hoping for his speedy return, and, whoever endeavoured to fill the gap in his absence, he knew they would have the grace to at once give up the leadership to Mr Jones on his return. (Applause.) Mr J. H. Jones, who was heartily cheered, said it was with great pleasure that he accepted that beautiful illuminated address. He should prize it very much, but he felt that he was not deserving of it or of all the kind things that had been said. If he had done anything for the Church, he had done it under a sense of duty, feeling it to be a privilege to do so. His work had been a labour of love. but he was none the less grateful to all subscribers and to all who had co-operated in the getting up of the presenta- tion. (Applause.) Mr O. E. Hughes, Emporium, Llandrindod Wells, ably presided over the concert, and. after joining in the tributes paid to Mr Jones, went on to say that he was only there to fill the place of Mr R. A. Campbell, who had been unable to at- tend on account of domestic anxieties and troubles. On their behalf, he moved that a vote of sympathy be sent to Mr Campbell. This having been agreed to, the chariman went on to say that their country was passing through very difficult times, and that everyone could do something to help in this great crisis. The young men at the front were rendering the greater ser- vice, but they were not going to win the war with the Army and Navy alone, magnificent as they were. In the Old Dispensation, it was not num- bers that won in the great fights. It was God and the Army, the sword of the Lord and of Gideon. They must not forget that God was their leader. They were fighting for freedom and for right, and whatever they could not do to help, there was one great thing they could all' do—they could all pray to God for their country and for their soldiers and sailors. (Applause.) The'following programme was excellently ren- dered, many of the items being heartily encor- ed :-Pianoiorte solo, Miss Carr (who was also the accompanist); solo, "Standing by a purpose true," Master Haydn Jones; solo, Miss Gwen 1 Edwards; glee, "Awake. iEolian Lyre." choir (conductor, Mr J. H. Jones); solo, "The Watch- man," Mr Stanley Brick; solo, Miss Jenny Ed- wards; solo, "0 that summer smiled for aye," Mr George Thomas; recitation, "The Twins," Pte. J. Hughes; solo, "Flora's Holiday." Miss Gwen Edwards; solo, "Long ago," Mr Arthur Thomas; solo, "Gee up, horses." Mr Stanley Brick; pianoforte solo, Miss Gladys Jones; recita- tion, "Toast to ladies," Pte. J. Hughes, R.A.M.C.; solo, "Death of Nelson," Mr George Thomas; pianoforte solo, "Lead, kindly light," Master Tom Brain (who also shared in the ac- companiments of some of the soloists); solo, Miss J. Edwards; recitation, "He worried about it," Pte. J. Hughes; solo, "There's a land," Mr Arthur Thomas; and part-song, "Yr Haf," choir. Prior to the concert, a public tea took place. and was well attended. Rev., Austin Ll. Edwards ably proposed a vote of thanks to the tea-makers and other helpers, the chairman, the artistes, the choir and conductor, and to all who had assisted. Mr A. L. Davies seconded, and this was heartily agreed to. On the motion of Mr Evan Matthews, a vote of thanks was also accorded to the Rev. and Mrs Austin Edwards for the use of an excellent piano. The tea-makers were Mrs W. Rogers, Miss Collins, Miss Gertrude Matthews. Miss Maud Rees, and Miss Alice Samuel. Other helpers in- cluded Mr and Mrs Thomas (Holly Cottage). Mrs Thompson, Mr J. Jones (Newcastle), Mr S. Brick and Mr E. Probert. n_

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Tea and Concert. I HEARTSEASE (DOLAU) ANNUAL. The annual tea and concert held at Heartsease C.M. Chapel, Dolau, on Good Friday, was a great success, the weather having fortunately changed. A large number sat down to an excellent tea, the provisions for which were supplied by Mr Jas. Thomas, Dolau Stores. Trays were held by Mrs Price (Far Hall), Mrs Lewis (Brookside), Miss Jones (Stonehouse) and Miss Jones (Cwmrobin). These ladies were assisted by the Misses F. E. and R. Price, the Misses Ruell (Pant), Miss Nicholls (Heartsease), Miss Lizzie Jones (Cwm- robin) and Miss A. Jones (Stonehouse). The bread and cake table was in charge of Mrs Evans (Waterside) and Mrs Phillips (Castle), assisted by other lady members. The water was boiled by Mr W. Evans (Waterside), assisted by his son, Mr W7. Evans (Garston), Messrs. Walter Mills (Dolau) and Herbert Roberts (Cantal) acted as door-keepers. In the evening a very successful concert was held, when the Rev. S. George, B.A. (LJandrin- dod Wells) presided over a crowded gathering in his own inimitable style. The programme con- sisted of solos, songs and duets, which were well received, and often encored. The able and popu- lar accompanist, Mr H. P. Jones, A.R.C.M.. per- formed his duties, as usual, to the delight of hear- ers and singers. Appended was the programme Overture, Mr H. P. Jones- song, "A little bit of Heaven," Miss Lilian Roberts; duet, "Tell us, 0 tell us, Misses E. and A. Morgan; song, "There's a long trail, Miss Mary Thomas (Dolau); Russian National Anthem, Miss Edith Owens; song, "Flee as a bird," Miss Hannah George; song, "Ora pro nobis," Miss Thomas George; -son g is (Penlan); song, "Plumstones," Miss Davies, Knighton (encored); song, "Dear little Sham- rock." Miss Marjorie Thomas; song, "The Chorister," Miss Annie Phillips; song. "I've been roaming." Miss Rhoda, Price: duet, from "II Trovatore," Misses Lilian and Gwladys Roberts; song, "Marseillaise" (encored), Miss Thomas (Penlan); duet, "Silver moonlight winds are blowing," Misses A. and M. Phillips: song, "By grace alone," Miss Edith Owens: song, "Pat-a-cake" (encored), Miss Rhoda Price: duet, "Sweet o' the year," Miss E. and A. Mor- gan; song, "Tommy Atkins" (encored), Miss H. George; song, "Milly's faith," Miss Annie Phil- lips; song, "Laddie in khaki," Miss Davies (Knighton); song, "Alone on the Raft," Miss Mary Thomas. A vote of thanks was proposed by the chairman and seconded by Sergt. J. Watts. The Welsh National Anthem (in Welsh) by three girls, and also in English by the audience, accompanied on the flute by the three girls, terminated the pro- ceedings.

Little Business. KNIGHTON URBAN COUNCIL. The .innual meeting of Knighton Urban Coun- cil. which took place on Wednesday evening, was probably the shortest on record, for it commenced and concluded well within a quarter-of-an-hour. The members present were Messrs. J. L. All- cock, A. M. Pugh, T. A. Lote. Edward Griffiths, H. Smith, W. Williams, T. B. Dove, J. Blower and E. Probert. On the. proposition of Mr Lote, seconded by Mr Pugh, Mr W. Williams was elected chairman pro. rem. Mr Pugh proposed the re-election of Mr J. Blower as chairman, remarking that he had done well in the past and had been fair in every way. Mr T. A. Lote seconded and the resolution was carried unanimously. Mr Blower, on taking the chair, said he wished to thank the members of the council for the con- fidence they had again shown in him by re-elect- ing him as their chairman. He also wished to express his gratitude to every member and officer of the council for the courtesy and kindness with which they had treated him. They had gone through the past year very pleasantly, and he trusted they would go through the year, which they commenced that evening, quite as pleasantly. The clerk stated that the office of vice-chairman had been filled at various times during the past few years by Messrs. Lote, WTilliams, Pugh, Griffiths and Probert. On the proposition of Mr E. Griffiths, seconded by Mr Williams, Mr T. B. Dove was elected vice- chairman for the vear. The committees were elected en bloc., and it wa-s unanimously agreed that, although Dr. Griffiths would be unable, to attend (having joined the colours), his name should be retained on the com- mittees to which he belonged. A general district rate (for the borough ward) of 2/9 in the V. received the signature and seal of the council, on the proposition of Mr Allcock, seconded by Mr E. Griffiths. The Medical Officer regretted being unable to get his annual report ready for this meeting, but intimated (through the clerk) that it would be ready for the May meeting. The committees for the year are as follow, the first name in each being that of the chairman :— Allotments, Messrs. Allcock, Hamar, Smith, Dove and Lote; cemetery, Messrs. Williams, All- cock, E. Griffiths, J. A. K. Griffiths and Pro- bert; finance, Messrs. Allcock, Hamar, James, Pugh and Williams; fire brigade, Messrs. James, Allcock. Smith, J. A. K. Griffiths and Pugh; highways, Messrs. Williams, Lote, E. Griffiths, Probert and Pugh; lighting, Messrs. Allcock, Smith. Dove, J. A. K. Griffiths and Lote; markets. Messrs. Lote, Hamar. J. A. K. Griffiths, James and Probert; sanitary, Messrs. Blower, E. Griffiths, Hamar, Dove. J. A. K. Griffiths and Williams and streets, Messrs. E. Griffiths, All- cock, Smith. James and Lote.

Presteign Council. I ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN. 1 At the annual meeting of Presteign Urban Council, on Friday, Mr G. W7. Preece was elected chairman. v Rev. E. L. Ivewley proposed a vote of thanks to the retiring chairman, Mr W. Bird. Mr Wm. Davies seconded, and the vote, being supported by Messrs. Philip Davies and Morris, was car- ried. ? The election of the vari- committee oondud- ed the business.

Good Friday at Rhayader. CONGREGATIONAL CONCERT AND COltfPETITI ON S. This old-established institution had a record time on Good Friday- It was held in the, Con- gregationa.l Chapel, Rhayader, which was crowd- ed, the audience enjoying a musical treat of the best quality. The artistes were Principal Lewis, I M.A., B.D., Brecon, who also adjudicated on the competitions. His visit will long be remembered, both for his magnificent singing and masterly ad- judications. Mr Evan Evan6, Brecon, who was here for the second time. again delighted the au- dience. Their duets actually thrilled the and "brought down the housf." Mrs Lewis, Cal- gary, had a great reception. She returned witft her family Ifrom Canada a. few weeks ago. She is an old favourite. Miss Heal and the Misses Price did also remarkably well. So did the chil- dren's prize choir, conducted by them. The piano- forte duet by Misses Gladys and Molly Lloyd was also much appreciated. Miss G. Llewela Jones, A.L.C.M., who performed her arduous work ex- cellently, was the accompanist. Mr E. Dsvieff, Cefnfa.es, as usual, made an able and interesting' chairman. The arrangements were in the hands of Mr D. M. Peate and the Rev. D. Maldwya Jones. The competitions were also of high quality. Principal Lewis stating, especially regarding the chief competition, "I'm a blossom and 1 fid&, that the renderings of the two choirs were worhty of the national eisteddfod. He had heard inferiQr singing there taking first prizes. A comprehon- sive vote of thanks was proposed by the Rev. D. Maldwyn Jones to all who bad contributed tow&rae the evening's success. The programme was as follows :—?? I. PIanoforte duet, Misses Gladys Lloyd ",d Molly Lloyd, chairman's address; song, "SyrothY, Miss Heal; song, "Oh, that summer smIled f A B. ave" (encored), Mr Evan Evan6 duet, "A. ?- C. (encored), Misses Price; solo,  d Arms" (encored), Principal lwwis-I ,,petition, champion solo (any voice, prize 5/-), 5 conl)(',t!t0r6, winner, Mr Onfel Price; song, ,IteOf Peace" (encored). Mrs Lewis; ?"?' The two Peace" (enoored). -Nfrs Lewis; diiet. -'The, two heroes" (encored). Messrs. Lewis and competition, hvmn tune, "Lux BeJlligna (8 Toices. prize 8/-). Part II. Pia?<? ??': Miss G. Llewel-a Jones; Vail' is (encored), Mr Evan Evans: action Dr;ze I I choir, conducted bv Miss Price; conipetition, ale V,)I *oe "Sa' *lorE? Chorus" (8 "es), 4 par- Zk prize 10/ divided between M?r PStuh'p j??oness a.nd Mr T.  6ong. ?JY twk" (encored), Nfl ss H. -'yom; aid" (encored), Mr Evan -E? song, Wil 0 the wisp" (encored), Pr??*??.' d.Tu? dear homeladd" (encored), Mrs LerwIS; duet, dear homeland (encoreo? "&lhon") Meeera "Love and War" (enc? "Albon"), Iœ6rB. Lewis Ens: compftltlon" -xe-d voes, 12 in num?bed r, ?I m a bio&?s? and l j ?.. prize a l—wo partta, ?pet?  Mr £ ar ,(I a. I so, prize, given by Thomas and party, and, ;},lso, prize ..? ,? by chairman to Mr Onfel rnct- (oon(J £ ctor of the » cond choir); and ifnale, "L*^ nd of Fathers."

'1 1 i „(• pr,lightened ?'???' who *-? ives ?t ?,)'i ,]S?,???f- en ? pubhc a-dul1mstration,  a-s?Y in Mr D. R M-I1l1an (Swansea ?i?r?s_ ? j ? D. R. Mo? rgan Swansea. Va,l,ltw). Working  from boyhood, ?r/ Mnr?an was, op?rthe?ss, aJ\u's a. deep stud- ? of men and affairs. He came into public life just. at the time when the upper part of the Swan- sea Valley was shedding its agricultural pursuits and turning towards industry. As an old mem- ber and ex-chairman of Ystradgynlais District C-oiin,il, Mr Morgan was largely instrumental in shaping the good "development of the locality, and he took a leading part in initiating the counc.il's successful housing scheme.. Throughout West Wa-Ies he was widely known and respected by every cla-ss, and Swansea Valley is the poorer for his demise.

Knighton Tradesman. I DEATH OF MR. JOHN DOVER. It was with deep regret and much surprise that the inhabitants of Knighton heard of the death of Mr John H. Dover, Bridge Street, which occurred on Sunday morning, after an illness which had lasted only a few days. Mr Dover had resided in Knighton about 35 years, during which time he has carried on a prosperous and extensive busi- ness as a poultry, game and fruit dealer, and has bought valuable property in the town, as well as at Knucklas and Llandrindod Wells, where, for a few vears. he also had a. branch business. Mrs Dover is also seriously ill, and at the end of last week her condition gave much anxiety to her friends. At the time of her husband's death she was lying in a state of semi-consciousness, and there was a little improvement on Monday. Mr Dover was 71 years of age. The funeral took place on Wednesday afternoon.

'R S Wf  R.A.M.C. ATHLETIC SPORTS AT LLANDRINDOD WELLS. EASTER MONDAY EVENT. In connection with the Welsh Unit, R.A.M.C.. a sports took place on the Rock House Hotel Grounds, Llandrindod Wells, on Easter Monday. The weather was somewhat unpropitious, but the whole of the events were proceeded with, and the excellent programme fully carried out. Capital arrangements were made, and the time-table was well kept both morning and afternoon. The officials were as follows Judges, Sir Frederic Painter, Col. T. Gee, J.P., Col. J. E. Mellor, D.L., Mr T. H. Williams, Dr. J. Murray, and Major S. C. Bowie: time-keepers, Sergt.-Major Bottornley and Corpl. J.M. Williams; starters, Lieut. G. C. Shearer, Quarter-Master-Sergt. C. W. Warner and Staff-Sergt. M. C. Gordon; ground stawards, Sergt. J. K. Whitehead, Corpl. Vaughan Taylor, and In Corpl. A. S. Whitehead. The results were as follows :—Six-aside section football match, "C" team beat "A" by one point; "B" section team beat "D" section team by one point; B" section beat "C" section by 2 goals and 2 points as against 1 goal. 100 vards flat race 1st heat, 1, ±1. E. Evans; 2nd heat, 1, J. H. Morris; 3rd beat, 1, Gareth Thomas; 4th heat. 1, A. J. Jenkins; 5th heat, 1, dead heat between D. J. Jones and P. L. Town- end; dead heat run off. 1. D. J. Jones; final, 1, Gareth Thomas; 2, J. H. Morris; 3. D. J. Jones. Time, 12 seconds. This was a fine series of races, and the final was very close. Walking race, 2 miles. 1, P. L. Towend; 2. T. Daniel; 3, Sergt. W. Silver, B.A. Eight started. Townend won well, and Daniel was Well ahead of Silver. 120 yards flat race 1st heat, 1, Sergt. White- foead 2, Corporall L. 0. Brooker; 2nd heat, 1, Gareth Thomas: 2, D. J. Jones; final, 1, Sergt. Whitehead; 2, Gareth Thomas; 3, L. O. Brooker. Another capital scries of races. 120 yards hurdle race 1st heat, 1, J. L. Wil- liams 2nd heat. 1, Staff-Sergt. Raymond; 3rd heat, 1. H. E. Evans: 4th heat, 1, W. H. Bowen final, 1. Staff-Sergt. Raymond; 2, W. R. Bowen; 3, H. E. Evans. Long Jump: 1, W. R. Bowen; 2, L. O. Brook- er. Best jump, 16ft. 9in. Half-mile flat race 1, R. R. Williams; 2, D. B. Jones; 3, E. Williams. Six started; time, 2t minutes. Sack race 1, D. J. Jones; 2, H. Lewis; 3, J. A. James. One mile flat race 1. Quarter-Master-Sergt. Warner; 2. Pte. H. H. c idge; 3, P. L. Town- end. Four started; tin it. °. This was a good "win for Warner. High jump 1, La nee-Cor pi.. B. Thomas: 2. ■Staff-Sergt. Raymond. The slippery state of the ground marred this competition more than any- thing else during the day. Climbing greasy pole: 1, R. R. Owen: 2, D. Williams; 3. J. Pugh.. Quarter mile 1, J .H. Morris 2, Sergt. White- head 3, W. R. Bowen. Five started; good win. Obstacle race: 1, W. R. Bowen; 2, H. E. Evans; 3, Ga-reth Thomas. Ten ran, and the ob- stacles were of a, highly amusing character. Three-legged race 1. A. J. Jenkins and E. Griffiths; 2, J. H. James and D. Williams; 3, L. M. Lewis and B. Davies. Three mile flat race 1, Quarter-Master-Sergt. Warner; 2, H. H. Partridge; 3, R. R. Williams. Nine had entered, but only four turned out. This was a fine race between the first three. A gymnastic display was given by 25 men un- der the direction of Staff-Sergt. W. G. Raymond. At the close, the prizes were presented by Mrs Bowie, who also presented the medals to the win- ners of the Llandrindod Wells Challenge Cup in the football competition. A great deal of excellent tun was provided Dy Ptes. J. Pugh and Bennett, particularly the form- er, who was humorously attired.