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ST. JOHN'S MAY SALE.
ST. JOHN'S MAY SALE. OPENED BY LADY MEYRICK. The annual May sale in connection with St. John's, Pembroke Dock, was held at the schoolroom on Wednesday afternoon, the proceeds as usual being devoted to the Addi- tional Curates' Fund. The room was decor- ated with tsrings of small flags, and the stalls, being tastefully setout, the effect was very pretty. The flower stall looked especially well, being surmounted by an arch composed of evergreens. The sale had been organised by a committee of ladies, with Mrs. C. Davies as hon. secretary. Many of the articles on sale had been made at the sewing meetings held during Lent. The stall holders were as follows:— Work stall. Xo. 1—Mrs. S. T. PhilHns, "IB. Troughton, Miss Thomas, Mrs. Saundors." Work stall, No. 2—Mrs. Davies. Mrs. Price, Mrs. Breazington, and Mrs. F. Sanders. Sweet stall—Miss Joseph, Miss Cox. Refreshment stall—Mrs. W. H. Harris Mrs. R. Thomas. Provision stall—Mrs. R. H. William-, "11! C. Davies, Miss Williams. Miss Roache. Flower stall—Miss Freeman, Mis- E. Allen, Mis" Brown. One end of the room was devoted to noon tea, and here a number of prettily diessed tables were set out bv a number of ladies under the superintendence of Mr- Harris. The'helpers included Mrs. Mrs. F. M. Davies, Mrs. Gibbon, Mrs. Peters, Miss A. Borgan, Miss Freeman. Mrs. Str Mrs. James, Mrs. Holt, Mrs. Prickett, Mrs. W. Cole, Mrs. Ayres, Mrs. Whitfield, Rees, Mrs. Russan, Miss B. Morgan, Miss Phoenix, and Mrs. Jones. There was a very fair attendance at' the Opening cermony, which was performed by Lady Meyriek. Proceedings commenced with a few words by the Vicar (the Rev. S. T. Phil- lips), who remarked that this sale of work was the result of many week's hard labour on the part of the ladies—and he might say the gentlemen too—of this parish. This year they were especially fortunate in that they had a lady there to perform the opening cere- mony whose name had been so long and so closely connected with the parish—Lady Mey- rick. He was sure they were all very glad indeed to have her in their midst. He wanted to express his personal thanks to all who had worked so excellently during Lent. He had been looking through the report, and he that the amount of money which lal been j realised at the sewing meeting teas had been' more this year than it had been for years. Lady Meyriek declared the sale of work open. In the course of a neat little speech she expressed the pleasure she felt in being present, and said they must all pull together when the object was one such as this. Mr. R. H. Harris moved a vote of thanks to her ladyship, and said that this was not the first time that she had taken a great interest in little institutions of this kind. Mr. Morgan seconded, and it was supported by Dr. Reynolds, and carried with acclama- tion. During the afternoon and evening a pro- gramme of music was rendered by the Pem- broke Dock Orchestral Society, under the con- ductorship of Mr. J. Rousant, and a number of children executed a pretty Maypole dance under the superintendence of Mrs. Evans.
GUARDIANS AND ARCHITECT.
GUARDIANS AND ARCHI- TECT. MR. LINGUM BARKER THREATEN? PROCEEDINGS. The annual meeting of the Pembroke Board of Guardians was held on Thursday at the Board Room, when Mr. N. A. Roch was unani- mously re-elected to the chair, and Mr. Egerton Allen was again elected vice-chairman. A letter was read from Messrs. Dixon and Hunt, solicitors, of Gray's Inn, on behalf of Mr. Lingum Barker, of Hereford, the archi- tect of the new Infirmary. They wrote mak- ing application for the sum of £118 for addi- tional drawings and expenses made and in- curred between January 20th, 1899, and May 31st, 1901, and they stated that unless a cheque for this amount was forthcoming1 with- in fourteen days a writ would be issued. Mr. Egerton Allen said that the question was whether the Board should pay £85 for additional drawings or not. The Board had come to the conclusion to pay £33, and ob- jected to the balance of £85. He thought that they had treated Mr. Barker very well with regard to this £33, as they did not con- sider that he had a legal claim for even that amount. He did not think that if the case went before a court, the law suit would be very expensive, as there would not be much costly evidence. The Chairman said that the Board would observe that they had paid Mr .Barker 5 per cent., on the Jtotal outlay. Mr. G. Thomas asked whether they had an agreement in writing, and the Chairman san he had not the least doubt they could find it. Mr. Thomas retorted by asking whether they could expect a man to make these extra plans wtihout being paid for them. He added that some members of the Board did not seem to know the A B C of the business. Mr. Evans considered that Mr. Barker had been well paid, but the Board had changed the plans from time to time, and the ques- tion was whether they were not liable in consequence of extra work. He thought the matter should be compromised if possible. Mr. Thomas: If you have not got something in writing, and you go to a court of law, I shall lay it to the charge of both you gentle- men if you land us into large law expenses. After some further discussion, Mr. Thomas proposed and Mr. W. C. Jones seconded that they should pay the claim in full. As an amendment Mr. 'Egerton Allen pro- posed that they pay £33 unconditionally. This was seconded, and upon being put to the meeting was carried by 15 votes to 11. A further amendment proposed by Mr. F. W. Gregory to the. effect that the Board pay £75 in full settlement of the claim was lost by 13 votes to 10. »
PEMBROKE DISTRICT COUNCIL.
PEMBROKE DISTRICT COUNCIL. MORE MOTOR TAXES ADVOCATED. A meeting of Pembroke Rural District Coun- cil was held at Pembroke on Monday, when there were present Messrs. N. A. Roch, C. Mathias, J. M. Thomas, P. G. Roberts, G. Davies, G. Hall, W. G. Parcell, W. R. Mor- gan, J. J. Evans, M. Thomas, B. Gwilliam, J. Thomas, Beddow, W. C. Jones, with the clerk (Mr. J. S. W. Jones) and the medical officer (Dr. Williams). ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN AND VICE- CHAIRMAN. This being the annual meeting of the Coun- cil the first business was the election of chair- man. Mr. Parcell said that he should pro- pose that Mr. N. A. Roch again take the chair. He had occupied it many years to the satisfaction of all, and he hoped he would continue their chairman Tor many years. Mr. Matthias seconded, and this was car- ried unanimously; Mr. Roch in reply thank- ing them for renewing the honour again. Upon the proposition of Mr. Hall, Mr. Matthias was .also re-elected vice-chairman for the ensuing year. Mr. Matthias suitably re- sponded. INSUFFICIENT STATION ACCOMMO- DATION. Mr. T. H. Edwards, sanitary inspector, re- ported that there was no sanitary accommoda- tion for females at Lamphey Station. He suggested that the G.W.R. Company be writ- ten to asking them to attend to the matter before summer. The Clerk was instructed to write to the Company. THRUSTLE BRIDGE. A letter was read from Pembroke Town Council with regard to the proposed repairs to the Thrustle Bridge, and asking for an es- timate of the cost. f The Chairman said that some time ago it was decided that the cost of the repairs should be shared by the Town Council and Rural Council. The Rural Council had written ask- ing the Town Council if they were prepared to pay their share now, and this was the reply. He thought they had better have an estimate made. Mr. Parcell: How will you get an estimate? The Chairman said the Surveyor cbuld get one out, but the Town Council might just as well get an estimate themselves, as ask them to do it. It was ultimately decided to forward the Town Council an estimate. VICE-CHAIRMAN AND INSPECTOR. The Clerk reported the receipt of a letter from Mr. Matthias, to the effect that he wished to give notice that at the next meet- ing of the Council he would move that Mr. Roberts be appointed sanitary inspector in- stead of Mr. Edwards. He also wrote asking him (the Clerk) to give notice of this to the members of the Council. He had not done so because he had not the power to do so without the sanction of the whole of the Coun- cil. Mr. Matthias asked when the Inspector was appointed, and how long the appointment lasted ? The Chairman said that he presumed the District Council could discharge an officer if they pleased. They could give him notice if they wished, and he believed the officer- was subject to a month's notice at any time. The Clerk mentioned that the Local Govern- ment Board had sanctioned the appointment for thiee years. The Chairman: Are we dependent upon the Local Government Board? The Clerk: Certainly, sir. The appointment terminates next year. In the case of a new comer they only give their sanction for one year, but if the work has been satisfactory they sanction the appointment for three years. The matter then dropped. LLANSTADWELL COUNCIL'S COMPLAINT. A letter was read from the Llanstadwell Parish Council complaining that a quantity of trees, old stumps, etc., had been deposited near the Well at Waterstone. The Chairman said that he did not know they could take any notice of this unless the water wad interfered with. The latter did not explain what was complained of very fully, they simply said that the trees were deposited near the well. If this did not interfere with the water in the well he dm not see how the Council could take cogni- sance of it. Mr. J. M. Thomas asked whether the nuis- ance was on the highway. Mr. Jones said that it would not come under the Highway Authority ,as it was a bye-road. The Chairman: I think the Parish Council could have taken action in the matter better than the District Council. Mr. Jones said that if the District Council considered this the best course tne Parish Council would do so. The trees, etc., were de- posited about ten yards from the well, but if some of the old cabbage stumps rotted the water might be affected. The question was whether the Parish Council could employ anyone, and if the auditor would pass the charge. After some further discussion upon the pro- position of Mr. Jones, seconded by Mr. J. Thomas, it was decided that the Surveyor should inspect the spot and report to the Council. MORE TAXES FOR MOTORS. A circular letter was readj from the St. Albans Rural District Council, asking the Council to support a resolution that body had passed' relative to motor traffic, by for- warding a similar resolution to the local members and the President of the Local Gov- ernment Board. The resolution pointed out the serious damge caused by the dust raised by motor vehicles, and suggested that motors should be further taxed, and from the money, so raised grants should be made towards the local authorities to pay for watering the roads where the motors travelled. The Chairman: We suffer here from motor Mr. Parcell remarked that motors created an awful dust. About a month ago a motor car passed him, and it had gone a long way before he could see well. The Chairman: I must say St. Alban's is a very different place to this. Upon the proposition of Mr. Matthias, sec- onded by Mr. G. Hall, it was decided to support the resolution. INFECTIOUS DISEASE. Dr. Williams reported that two cases of scarlet fever had been notified from Llanstad- well, one from Steps Carey, and one from Langham Ferry. »
THE PEMBROKE COMMITTEES
THE PEMBROKE COM- MITTEES SUGGESTIONS TO DISCHARGE MEN. A meeting of the Pembroke Committee was held on Tuesday, when there were present: The Mayor (Coun. A. F. Beddoe), Aid. F. S. Reed, D. Davies, Couns. J. Jones, F. P. Tombs, W. M. Griffiths, J. Lewis, I. Ward Davies, and Dr. Wall. W ATE COMMITTEE. Aid. Reed presided. The question of the assessments was again discussed, and the Chairman said that he knew of many cases where the value of the pro- perty had gone up, and wher the asessment remained stationery. It was decide to meet and go carefully through the assessments on May 15th. HIGHWAY COMMITTEE. The Mayor presided. Coun. Ward Davies moved that in future all matters relating to the engaging or dis- charge of men should come before the com- mittee. Coun. Tombs seconded and the resolution was carried. In reply to Coun. Ward Davies, the Chair- man said that at present they had seven men and a foreman employed. Coun. Ward Davies said that he should move that this number be reduced by two. He considered six men a sufficient number. The resolution was then put to the meeting and was lost by four votes to two. Coun. Lewis took exception to the wages paid the men. One man was paid 22s. and another 20s. ,and the rest 18s. He had spoken to some of the men, and they said they worn- rather have their wages reduced than be discharged. Some of the men were between 70 and 80 years of age. After some discussion the matter was dropped. Tenders for the supply of stone were then opened as follows:—Mr. T. Esmond, 4s. 9d. per yard for tha three parishes; Mr. W, H. Rogers, 3s. for St. Mary's and Monkton; Mr. W. Brace, 3s. lOd. for St. Michael's, 3s. for St. Mary's, and Monkton 3s.; Mr. Bowen, 4s. 3d. for St. Michael's, 4s. 5d. for St. Mary's and Monkton; Mr. G. Jenkins, 5s. 6d. for the three parishes. It was decided to accept the tender of Mr. Bowen for St. Michael's, and that of Mr. Rogers for St. Mary's and Monkton.
jTHE REV". J. E. GRIFFITHi…
j THE REV". J. E. GRIFFITH AND THE NEW EDUCATION BILL At Albion Squar.e Congregational Church, Pembroke Dock, on Sunday, the Rev. J. E. Griffiths preached, morning and evening, from Micah. xvi., 8, "He hath showed thee, O man. what is good; and what doth the Lord requ,"0 of thee, but do justly, to love mercy, ana to walk humbly with thy God?" In the course o fhis remarks he said: "Privileged injustice always dies hard. From pulpit and platform, by speech, sermon and literature, the Roman and Anglican bishops and clergy are loud in their denunciation of the new Education Bill, for the training of those who shall constitute the manhood and womanhood of our coun- try. The Bill of 1902 was a daring innovation and covered attack on Nonconformity, which the Bishops demanded and obtained from the late Government. The country resented the action; and now reasonable proposals wen; made to settle this vexed question of relig.ous education. Nonconformists have been branded as heretics and schism-mongers by their Ro- man and Anglican brethren; they have bhl assailed, and frowned upon since 1662, but they have thrived and multiplied, and haw become seven million strong. The Bill oi 1902 gives distinct facilities to the clergy to qarry out their object, as stated by the Bishop of Rochester, 'to create an atmosphere poison- ous to Nonconformity;' they have the man- agement. of their schools; there are 8,000 parishes where there are no schools other than the clerical; they have the appointment of the head teachers, who, in many instances, are required to teach the faith fearlessly; and what is that faith? A collection of dogmas stained with bigotry, such as the following, 'We call these people Dissenters, and their sham churches sects. The Holy Ghost does not abide, does not dwell with them.' 'The Bible is the book which God has given to His Church alone, and not to any dissenting sect.' Much as we resent such falsehoods, if the clergy believe that they ought to give such teaching, we have no desire to interfere, if they give that teaching at their own cost. The cruelty and injustice is that Nonconformists are compelled to pay for such teaching. The Bill now before Parliament proposes to remove that injustice. No barrier will be put in their way to give such teaching, except that it must not be during school hours and at the expense of the ratepayers. We want unde- nominational scriptural teaching. The Bishop of Hereford, Canon Henley-Henson, and others have given sane and wise advice, which we hope the bishops and clergy will give heed to. If they, by their united and organised, prompt and persistent action, resist the just proposals of the Government, they may see the day when they will bitterly rue it. If the Government is driven to adopt secular edu- cation, which, after all, i:; the only logical solution, it will be known to coming genera- tions that the Roman and Anglican bishops and clergy were responsible for it."
PEMBROKE NOTES.
PEMBROKE NOTES. Monday had been eagerly expected, and as to what it might bring forth there were many conjectures. Was it not Budget day ? By & curious coincidence it was Budget day here, too, and the Chairman of the Finance Com- mittee was able to announce a reduction in the rates for the Pembroke Dock Ward of 5u. in the If that docs not please the in- habitants, let me point out for their edifi- cation that during the past three years the rates have come down' no less than Is. Id. The Pembroke Ward is still more lucky, for their rates have come down this year six- pence in the The rates which are made jointly Oil the ten wards by the Council will remain unaltered, for the call will be for the same amount as it was last year, viz., £4,500. XXX All this is very satisfactory, but a matter which was still more satisfactory was that the Council seem to be waking up at last to the very indifferent way in which some of the accounts were kept. As will be seen by the reports of the committee meetings, there was some plain speaking indulged in, indicating that probably something will be done to re- medy the existing state of affairs. As was pointed out, the accounts should be kept in such a manner that the cost of any work exe- cuted could be easily ascertained; but at prc- sent once the work is done and paid for it is next to impossible to trace how the money goes. Owing to the ward system the accounts are extremely complicated, and I rather that when certain members of the Council were fluently discussing "divisible accounts," etc., more than one of the others were as one expressed it, "completely fogged." XXX By the way I've been enlightener as to the whereabouts of that steam roller which is needed on the roads so badly. I hear it is at the quarry, and supplies the motive power to the crusher. rt, reassuring to know that it is doing something, x 1 X I hear that the iadies of this locality have now a fine opportunity of securing an eligible suitor. There is a young man—employed in the Dockyard, so 1: am told—who, having coruc to the conclusion that :ingle life is not all bliss, is now looking out for a suitable help- meet. He stipulates she "must be a good Christian," but otherwise is not particular. The other evening he was referred to a cer- tain young lady, and went forth prepared for conquest. The result has not yet trans- pired, but developments are being awaited with interest. XXX The presence of the torpedo flotilla in the Milford Haven has made the towns of Pem- broke Dock and Milford quite lively for the nonce, and Jack ashore is very welcome in more directions than one. It is good news that the major portion of the score or so of war vessels in the Haven will stay in this locality until the June manoeuvres, for every week end the flotilla will probably anchor off Pembroke Dock, and a goodly proportion of the crews will come ashore, much to the gratification of the feminine portion of the inhabitants, for it is quite evident that how- ever popular the members of the sister ser- vice may be in their scarlet coats, in the words of the old song, "They all love Jack," and Jack doesn't object to the treatment in the least. xxx The Admiralty evidently consider Milford Haven an ideal place for the naval manoeuvres, and there is not the slightest doubt that it is. One only needs to consider what a splendid sheet of water it in. When the Channel Squadron were anchored off Milford two years ago the sight was an imposing one, but there was room in this harbour for a dozen more fleets like it—in fact the whole British Navy could ride comfortably at anchor in the Haven at all states of the tide, and then there would be plenty of room. Does it not strike one as a curious policy on the part of those in authority not to develop further a dock- yard which has such a grand approach as Pembroke—a place within easy distance of the Welsh coal-fields, which could be used as a coaling station also? x x x It looks as though the Pembroke Board of Guardians will ere long be engaged in a law suit with their architect. Into thft merits -of the case I will not enter, but for the sake of the ratepayers it is to be hoped that their contentions may be substantiated. Certainly Mr. Lingum Barker appears to me to have done very well out of the business, but, of course, if the gentleman considers himself entitled to more money, one can hardly blame him in attemtping to enforce his demands. But there is one thing I cannot understand, and that is why the Board of Guardians could not find an architect in Pembrokeshire who could do the work required, instead of en- gaging one from a distance, and thus rendering themselves liable to pay heavy travelling ex- penses. Surely a capable man could have been found nearer than Hereford? x x x According to a contemporary strange things do occasionally happen at the meetings of Boards of Guardians, and at Narberth it appears that a little bit of conjuring goes on with regard to the headgear of the guardians. One contemporary states that members who go to the meeting arrayed in a new and glossy tile occasionally find their hat missing, and in its stead a dilapidated worn out article substituted. Very annoying no doubt, and I really am shocked at such doings, but it is, as Sam Slick say. "human natur" after all. x x x Wranted to know: How the gentleman got his back so white at the "dance ? How the dog dare enter the sergeants' mess? Was he after a Bone? Whether two hours wasn't a long while for the lady to wait Whether it wasn't too bad of the soldier to keep her in anticipation so long Whether it is usual to call a* coffee supper a banquet? Why one of our contemporaries prints a column of news upside down? Is it right that another will print a copy while the intending customers wait? .„^e ^e Choral Society quite sure of success if they went to Haverfordwest? THE PILOT. Miss Hettie Jones, of Abergavenny, will preach at Gilgal on Sunday. A competition revue of the Pembroke Dock Choral Society will be given in the Market Place, Pembroke Dock, on Tuesday, 29th May, at popular prices. Our readers' attention is directed to the advertisement appearing in our columns of j service between Pembroke Dock and Milford on Friday. The Market.—Business was fairly brisk at Pembroke market on Monday. Good cattle were in considerable demand and very go< d prices were realised, but small cattle sold badly. The prices realised for sheep were about the average. Pigs sold at 10s. 6d. per score, and small pigs averaged The Conservative Club.—Gen. Sir Reginald Fole Carew has just presented the Pembroke Dock Conservative Club with a handsome por- in of himself. It is to be framed and hung m the reading room.-The members of the +^V-6 larSely signed a memorial express- services.611 appreciation of L°rd MilnerVs "^he Cricket Season.—The following team havebeen picked to represent Pembroke Dock m their opening match versus the Garrison, on the latter s ground, on Saturday, viz., E. pii h'uT' n A*orris> H- sioggett, S. E. Elliott, Walker, G. Wheeler, F. Fielder, r' Thomas, H. Milburn, and G. McAffer. The Hearts of Oak.—Mr. W. H. Hutchings, of Pembroke Dock, will attend the opening ceremony by the King of the new offices of the Hearts of Oak Society in London on May 26th, he being the delegate for Pem- brokeshire. It is also proposed to arrange a day's excursion on this date. The coming of summer was signalised on May 1st by the usual bonfires on Barrack Hill, whilst all the sailors in port appeared resplendent in their white summer headgear. The Clerk of the Weather, however, seemed to be under a serious misapprehension as to the date. Wesleyan Mission.—A concert in aid of the funds of the Wesleyan Front Street Mission was held on Wednesday evening at the Mis- sion Room, when Mr. Skinner presided over an excellent attendance. The Wesley String Band played selections, and a good selection of songs, etc., was rendered., A poof Falls.—On Thursday morning the roof suddenly slipped from Brick House, Pem- broke, the occupier of which is Mr. J. Hopla, and with a terrible crash the slate, wood, etc., fell to the pavement. Fortunately no pedestrians were passing at the time, but only a few minutes before two gentlemen passed over the very spot upon which the debris fell. Stoker Loses His Fingers.—A stoker named Woods, on the torpedo boat Cheerful, met with a nasty accident on Friday. Whilst the boat was in St. Bride's Bay Woods somehow got his left hand caught in the machinery, and the tops of his fingers were cut off. He was brought up to the store ship Tyne, off Pembroke Dock, and there medically attended. Rifle Shooting.—An inter-company shoot in connection with the 2nd Battalion Wilts Regt. took place at Penally Range on Monday. Re- gulation targets were used, and the ranges were 300, 500, and 600 yards. The best score was made by Col.-Sergt.-Instructor Reeves. The contest resulted as follows:—D Company, 541; F, 518; B, 495; E, 494; A, 459; G, 465; I-I, 455; and C, 419. Military Boxing.—In last week's Guardian we gave an account of the boxing champion- ship of the Wilts Regiment, and mentioned that the final of the middle-weight champion- ship between Usher and Key would be fought later on. We understand that the latter has now withdrawn, and Pte. Usher has the distinction of being middle-weight cham- pion of the battalion. The Torpedo Flotilla.—During the week end 24 torpedo boats have lain in the Haven off Pembroke Dock and Milford, vie., eight from Chatham, nine from Portsmouth, and even from Devonport. With them are the scouts Sentinel and Patrol, and the whole are in command of Admiral Winslow, who is aboard the cruiser Sapphire. It ig expected that the flotilla will have the Haven for its herd quarters until the manoeuvres in June, when probably the whole Channel Fleet will arrive. Pembroke Dock Borough Sessions.—-Satm:- day, before Mr. S. B. Sketch (in the chair), Aids. J. Hutchings and W, Davies, and Mr. W. Angol, a number of adjourned rate sum- monses were heard, and several of the de- fendants did not appear, which caused the chairman to remark, "Poverty ir. no disgrace, though it's very inconvenient. The very least thing these people could do is to come here and say they cannot pay." He added that this was very poor treatment on the part of those who had been granted extra time to pay. The usual orders were made. Nelson Memorial Abandoned.—At a meeting of the Nelson Centenary Memorial Commit- tee at the Market Hall on Wednesday night, Aid. Hutchings presding, it was decided to abandon the scheme for the placing of a memorial in Albion Square, and to return the subscription money to the subscribers.. It will be recollected that a design for a hand- some memorial had been drafted by Mr Hirsch for Mr. W. J. Cole, but owing to the dis- charges, and the cloud hanging over the town, it was felt that this wa'3 not an opportune moment to collect more subscriptions. The cost of the work already executed is covered by the proceeds of the concert held so suc- cessfully on the centenary day. The Choral Society.—As announced last week Pembroke Dock Choral Society has decided not to compete at Haverfordwest Eisteddfod, and the Pembroke Choral Society are also refraining., We understand that the promot- ers of the eisteddfod at the county town have written to the Pembroke Dock Society asking them to reconsider the matter, but after full consideration the society decided to adhere to their decision. Even .if they won the pre- mier award the society estimated that they would be £10 out of pocket, as the result of the visit. The test piece also is the same as that at the Pembroke Dock Eisteddfod, Pembroke Dock then beat all the choirs they would be likely to meet at Haverfordwest. Had there been a. different test piece the society would have competed. Pembroke as a Naval Base.—A meeting of the Chamber of Commerce was held at the Temperance Hall on Monday evening, when 'Mr. D. B. Morcomge presided over a very fair attendance. The principal matter dis- cussed was the desirability of taking some steps to endeavour to have a cruiser squadron attached to the port, and to make Pembroke Dock a naval base. Correspondence with Mr. Owen Philipps, M.P., was read, and a sub com- mittee was appointed to prepare a statement showing the desirability, from both national and local points of view. of the establishment of a Welsh naval base. This statement will be forwarded to Mr. Owen Philipps, who Wil probably bring the matter up in the Hump of Commons.—Another question discussed by the Chamber was the inconvenience a number of bluejackets suffered every time a fleet an chored off the town in getting suitable lodg- ings ashore. It was decided to invite per- sons who had accommodation to forward their names to the secretary (Mr. F. W. Merriman), so that a list might be prepared which could be forwarded ot the Army and Navy Home and the Soldiers and Sailors' Rest. Painter v. Contractor.—At the last sitting of the County Cqurt John Brickie, a painter and glazier, sued Robert Childs, a builder and contractor, of Pembroke, for £15 3s. Id. for work done, part used, etc.—Mr. F. S. Reed appeared for plaintiff, and Mr. H. A. Jones- Lloyd defended, his contention being that the charges were excessive.—Mr. Reed said that in November £10 had been paid on account, and plaintiff then signed a receipt which was also an agreement to the effect that the rest of the claim should be withheld for three months. In January, however, the defendant wrote that he considered the charges excessive, and that he should not pay unless ordered by the Judge.—The plaintiff was called, and in answer to Judge Bishop, said, amid laugh- ter, that he would have charged his Honour or Mr. Reed more. The plaintiff was cross- examined by Mr. Jones Lloyd, and said the bill he originally sent in was as follows:- Walters' House, £15 13s. 9d.; Gwyther's House, £5 6s.; Hick's House, £3 Is. 9d.; Howell's House, £6 3s. 5d.; sundries, £1 18s. 8d.; balance on a cottage at Cresselly, 15s.; and some glass, 2s. 3jd. He had altogether re- ceived £14 off the account.—Mr. Jones Lloyd said that the bills were not added up pro- perly, and that according to his own figures plaintiff's claim should only amount to £12 12s. 6d.—Henry Clark, a painter and house decorator, said that he had seen the work done by Mr. Brickie. It was well done. and the prices charged were reasonable.—William Freeman Hitchings, who said that he had been a painter for over thirty years, said that he considered Mr. Brickie's prices fair and rea- sonable.—In reply to Mr. Jones Lloyd this witness said he admitted he had not seen the inside work.—His Honour: Then how can he estimate the cost of it?—The defendants pointed out the charges he thought were ex- cessive, and called J. W. Davies, of Haver- fordwest, who said the charges were excessive. —Thos. Morgan, house decorator, also said the charges were excessive.—His Honour gave judg- ment for the plaintiff, less 10s., which had been overcharged by a clerical error.
MONKTON CHURCH
MONKTON CHURCH Two new stained glass windows are to be added during next week to this fine old church, and the beauty of the chancel should be still further enhanced by the addition. They will replace the present plain glass windows on the south side of the chancel, and will be dedicated on Sunday, May 13th: The Bishop of St. Davids will be unable to be present, and the service will be conducted by the Rector <the Rev. Canon Bowen). One of the windows has been given by Mrs. Hatton in memory of her mother, who lies buried in the adjacent churchyard, and who was a daughter of the late Dr. Bryant by his first wife. One light of the window will re- present Holman Hunt's famous picture, "The Light of the World," and the subject of the other will be "The Good Shepherd." The cost of the second window has been defrayed by public subscription, and the whole of the money has been raised, with the exception of £15. The subject of this window will be The Home at Nazareth." Both windows have been designed by Mr. Herbert Davis, of London, who designed and carried out the fine east window which com- memorates the visit of their Majesties King Edward VII. and Queen Alexandra to the church in 1902, and which is usually regarded as a most excellent piece of workmanship.
THE DOCKYARD.
THE DOCKYARD. IBY PHARISEE.) The decision of his Majesty the King to have his official birthday observed at the Dock- yard ports and gairison towns on the 29th June next, has given great satisfaction to our Dockyard employees. The 29th June, falling on Friday, necessitates, by an Admir- alty Order issued when the eight hours' day was conceded to Government workmen, the closing of the yard the following day (Satur- day;, which gives the Dockyard men a wel- come cessation from toil, extending from Thursday evening's out-muster to the in-muster of the Monday following. The men are not paid for the Saturday, but as this only entails the loss of a half-day's pay, no one grumbles at getting such a good holiday at so little financial loss. The formation, by the Pembrokeshire County Council, of an influential committee to take the necessary steps to prevent further disaste s overtaking our dockyard, although a little 1,.3- lated, is deserving of our best thanks; a.. the results of their labours will be keenly watched by the workmen of the yard, and all who are interested in the fortunes of our locality. The decision to seek the co-operation of the Welsh members of Parliament, although a right and proper one, does not greatly in- crease our hopes of the committee s success. We have, in the columns of this paper, not many weeKS ago, descanted on the apathy and indifference of Cyrnru's members to the claims of the only elsli dockyard possessed by the Crown. It is within our knowledge that, on more than one occasion, the Corpora- tion of Pembroke communicated with every Welsh member of the late Parliament, urging them to use their best efforts in the House of Commons on behalf of the yard. But a deaf ear was turned to the laudable efforts of the Corporation, and from many of the Welsh members, not even an acknowledgment of the appeal made to them was ever received. We sincerely trust that amongst the in- creased number of Welshmen in the new Par liament, our County Council Committee will arouse a feeling of indignation at the ruin- ous treatment meted out to our Dockyard, on which the fortune of the town depends. We trust they will show a determination, even at this late hour, to unite with the Pembroke- shire deputation, in bringing all possible pressure on the Admiralty to cease from any further reduction of our Dockyard staff, but to keep all hands fully employed. The in clusion in the committee of such well-known and influential gentlemen as Lord Gensington, Sir Charles Philipps, and Mr. Lort Phillips, and the proved ability of the other members, imbues us with great hope for the success of their efforta. The presence of the Destroyer Flotilla in the Haven has naturally aroused keen interest among Dockyard men. We have been greatly struck with one absolutely new feature in the pre- sent fleet: there is not a single vessel, save the Tyne, the hispital ship, which is obsolete. With this exception every one, from the Sap. phire, the flag-ship, down to the least de, stroyer, is absolutely fit for the purpose she would have to fulfil in cae of war. The "scouts," being a new class, have been the objects of special attention, and I am sure many of my fellow Dockyard men would revel in an hour's inspection of the Path- finder, which is the most recent of the three scouts now in the Haven. She is of the small cruiser type, but lighter built, and could probably show her heels to anything in the Navy, save some of the newest de- stroyers. She is a "thing of beauty" to a craftsman who can appreciate her symmetrical lines, and moves through the water with the grace of a swan. Mr. F. Hall, principal writer in the Expenses Account, Pembroke Dockyard, has been trans- ferred to fill a similar position at Portsmouth. We hear that Mr. A. E. Richards, chief constructor here, is shortly to be appointed constructive manager at Devonport Dockyard, in the place of Mr. Crocker, who is resigning on pension. Mr. Richard's successor will probably be Mr. Ollis. » An intersting ceremony took place in the Mould Loft on Wednesday evening, when the Chief Constructor (Mr. A. E. Richards), pre- sented a number of men with the Imperial Service Meda!, which is awarded those who have served in the yard 25 years. A large number of men were present, and Mr. Rich- ards made a few appropriate remarks. The recipients of the medals weie Messrs. ,W. H. Brinn, Robert Cole, and W. Jones (shipwrights), James Eynon (leading man of labourers), Dav, Griffiths and W. Powell (skilled labourers), J. Login (joiner), G. Skone (hammerman), and R. Roberts (labourer). The Admiralty have granted permission for a quantity of machinery to be retained in Pembroke Dockyard, which it had been pro- posed to appropriate to other yards. This is a significant piece of news, in view of the fact that machinery ordered for Pembroke had, only a few weeks ago, been diverted to Gibraltar and other yards.
AN OCEAN TRAGEDY.
AN OCEAN TRAGEDY. SAILOR FALLS OVERBOARD. The visit of the Torpedo Flotilla has aI, ready been marked by one sad fataliry. On Tuesday the scout Pathfinder was engaged in cannon-tube practice at a floating target in St. Bride's Bay, when the cook's mate, George Johnson, fell overboard. The boat was steaming about eighteen knots at the time, but Johnson's fall was observed, and the engines were immediately put astern whilst lifebuoys were thrown out. Two boats were launched, but no trace of-Johnson could be found. It appears that he was emptying a tub of refuse, and in doing so overbalanced. It is surmised that he must have been rend- ered unconscious by a blow. as he was known to be a good swimmer, and yet apparently went down without an effort to save him- self. Oh Wednesday a court of inquiry was held, at which Capt. Lambert, of H.M.b. Sapphire, presided. A verdict of "Accidental death" was returned. The deceased was one of the most popular members of the Pathfinder's crew. and, though a native .of Portsmouth, was better known at Chatham. It was a curious coincidence that almost at the time he fell overboard three or four letters he had been expecting, were being brought to him. 0
PEMBROKE DOCK COMMITTEES
PEMBROKE DOCK COM- MITTEES COMPLAINTS AS TO THE ACCOUNTS. A meeting of the Pembroke Dock Ward Com- mittee of the Town Council was held on Mon- day at the Council Chamber, when there were present: Aids. A. McColl, J. Hutchings, and W. Jones; Couns. B. Hancock, W. Davies, J. Grieve, W. Smith, C. Young, J. Morgan, J. Lawrence, and W. Phillips, with the Clerk (Mr. R. D. Lowless), the Surveyor (Mr. K. McAlpine), and the Sanitary Inspector (Mr. P. Morgan). MARKET COMMITTEE. Coun. Morgan presided over the meeting of this committee. Coun. Smith asked how it was that the es- timates had been exceeded by £120. and the Chairman replied that a lot of additional work had been done, including repairs to the pig market. The Clerkaid the exact sum spent over and above the estimate was £95, and he be- lieved that this was made up in extra wages to the men. They had estimated the wages of some of the men at 14s. per week, and some had been paid £1 16s. 8d. weekly. Coun. Phillips thought the matter ought to be investigated. Coun. Grieve: If a man gets 14s. a week, and it is increased to 36s., there ought to have been something extraordinary done. The Town Clerk said the additional men were employed. Coun. Smith said that it apepared an extra- ordinary thing that in such a small spending department as the Market Committee they should have spent, £IDO over their estimate, without anybody knowing about it apparently. In the course of faartiaer discussion the Clerk detailed the various work which had been carried out during the year. Coun. Hancock proceeded to criticise the way in which the books were kept, and said it was a case of "rule of thumb." He con- sidered they really ought to have another offi- cial, who would keep these accounts. "Cer- tainly, concluded Coun. Hancock, "our sys- tem of book-keeping is anything but what it ought to be." Coun. Phillips mentioned that two years ago he moved that they appoint a clerk to keep the books properly, but at that time the committee did not feel justified in appoint- ing another official. Further discussion ensued, and Coun. Smith pointed out that the cost of gas had gone up nearly 50 per cent. in the twelve months. Aid. Hutchings really thought something ought to be done to get a more satisfactory state of affairs. He thought their accounts should have been kept like those of a business firm. Coun. Hancock considered that the expense of an accountant clerk would be justified. The present state of affairs was certainly disgrace- ful, and he hoped something would soon be done to rectify it. Coun. Phillips said that he would like the accounts kept in such a way that when vari- ous work had been done they could tell at once whether the estimate had been exceeded or not. Aid. McColl mentioned that some time ago he suggested to the late Town Clerk that they ought to have a clerk to keep the books properly. If they did not do something now they would have the same state of affaiis five years hence that they at present had. Aid. Hutchings agreed that something should be done. Upon the proposition of Coun. Smith, it was decide that a sub'-committee consisting of tin Chairman of Committee, should consider the matter and report to the next Council meet- ing. SANITARY COMMITTEE. The Chairman produced plans drawn by the Surveyor for certain work in connection with the sewage works. It was decided to invite tenders for the work. It was reported that the Surveyor was pro- ceeding with the tunnel, but that the men had been somewhat delayed by having to wait for the stone. The committee decided to grant the Sanitary Inspector 1 per cent. on the outlay, which would amount to £10, to keep the necessary books. HIGHWAYS. Coun. W. Phillips presided. The Surveyor, in reply to the Chairman, said that the steam roller was now in order, and would be used for crushing. The Surveyor was instructed to report upon a complaint made by Aid. Hutchings upon de- lay in making up Albany Street. Coun. Davies drew attention to the fact that the Avenue path leading to the Dock- yard was in a very bad state. After :;ome discussion it was decided that the Surveyor should repair the path, the cost being estimated at £10. Coun. Grieve considered it high time some- thing was done to repair Upper Lawes Street, and Coun. Hancock, in reply, said that in- instructions had been given that the job should be attended to, as well Prospect Place and Meyriek Street, but nothing had been done. The Surveyor said that they were making way in King Street, and the others would be attended to later. Aid. McColl suggested that the roads should be only scraped and scarified. WATER COMMITTEE. Aid. McColl presided. The Chairman mentioned that the electrical recorder at the Water-works was out of order, and it was decided that the electrician from the Post Office should be commissioned to over- haul it. ESTATES COMMITTEE. Aid. Jones presided. It was reported that the plates, with the names of the streets, were being put up, and Aid. McColl drew the attention of the committee to the necessity of having plates giving the positions of the fire plugs. This matter was left in the hands of the Alder- man.
WELCOME NEWS.
WELCOME NEWS. REDUCTION IN THE RATES. The residents in the borough of Pembroke* will doubtless gladly welcome the news that there is to be a considerable decrease in the rates for both wards. The announcement was made by Coun. J. Lawrence, the chairman of the Finance Committee, at a meeting of that body at the Council Chamber, Pembroke Dock, on Monday afternoon. Put in a concise form the local budget shows the details for the two wards in rates and gas. This shows 2s. lid. for this year, as against 3s. 5d. last year for Pembroke Ward; and 4s. lid., as against Ss. 4d. for the Pater Ward. The estimate for the Town Council rates shows that a call will be needed for E4,500, which is the same amount as was called for last year. The rates for the Pembroke Dock Ward include a 2d. water rate for each half year. Thus it will be seen that here will be a reduction of 6d. for the Pembroke Ward and a reduction of 5d. for the Pembroke Dock Ward. The recommendations of Coun. Lawrence were adopted by the committee, several mem- bers of whom expressed their satisfaction at the figures. In the course of his statement Coun. Lawrence said that with regard to the borough call, £2,500 would be called for in the first half and £ 2,000 in the second half- year. The total amount of the call for the Pembroke Ward would be £ 750, and that for the Pembroke Dock Ward £ 6,000. In 1904 the rates for the Pembroke Dock Ward amounted to 5s. 9d. in the k, but in 1: they reduced them to 5s. 4d. This year they were reducing them to 4s. lid., so that in three years there would be ai total reduction of Is. ld. in the iC. He added that a careful allowance had been made for roads, which in Pembroke Dock amounted to 7 per cent. on the houses, and in Pembroke to 5 per cent, In reply to Conn. Smith, Coun. Lawrence said that he calculated that at the end of the year they would have a similar balance to that which they commenced the year with. A long discussion took place relative to a suggestion made by the chairman with regard to a fresh system as to the keeping of ac counts. Coun. Lawrence advocated that for each account paid a separate cheque should be drawn, and a separate voucher issued, and he pointed out that this would save a lot of trouble -it the audit, whilst the cost would be very smalL Upon being asked for his opinion, the Bor- ough Accountant (Mr. Rice) agreed with the Chairman, and Coun. Smith proposed that the matter should be referred to a committee consisthig of the Chairmen of the other com- mittees, with Aid. Allen, for them to con- sider. This was seconded. Coun. Phillips took exception to any of the members for the Pembroke Ward being on such a sub-committee, and considered also that a sub-committee was unnecessary. He moved as an amendment that the suggestion of the Chairman be adopted forthwith. This was seconded, and when the matter was put to the vote the amendment was car. ried by seven votes to four. A LITTLE BREEZE. Later on further items were discussed, and Coun. Phillips interrupted several speakers, with the result that there was a little breeze. Coun. Lawrence was making a few remarks and when interrupted, he said somewhat warmly, "Mr. Phillips, you have had all the talking here this afternoon. Now let somebody else have a chance. I think that vou have interrupted every member that has got up." Coun. Phillips: I have only spoken to the point. Coun. Lawrence: You have never got to the point yet; only the butt end. Then another councillor interposed and calm was restored.
Milford News and ,Gossip.
Milford News and Gossip. There is hardly a single person in Mil- ford, whose opinion is of any value, but will, greatly regret that an old, tried, and efficient servant, such as Mr. John has proved himself to be by 30 years faithful service, is about to retire from the post of superinten- dent of the gas and water department. Mr. John's quiet and unobtrusive manner has had nothing of the showy order about it, yet all who have been brought into near and official relations with him in his long public service know his sterling worth, his integrity and upriglitne-s, and his sound knowledge and capacity. Mr. John has suffered domestic afflictions, which have called forth the genuine sympathy of all that is best in the commu- nity, but it has left its lasting mark upon an affectionate nature, and is doubtless a contributory cause to his sudden decision to retire. I offer to a respected townsman and faithful public servant my earnest good wishes for his welfare. Mr. Hill says Milford Haven is a progres- sive town. In that pithy but pregnant sen- tence the Milford of to-day is summed up. It is the one prosperous town in the county. Dr. Griffith, the other day, referred to Fishguard as "the coming capital of the county, but. 1 think the genial Doctor must have said it with his tongue in his cheek, or to use an expressive colloquism, he must have been try- ing to pull somebody's leg. Happily for Milford it failed to get what the northern town is pluming itself upon obtaining, a mail and Atlantic service. What good would it have done to Milford to have been on the main line, to have had several hundred people rushed along by .train, and then aboard ship ? Milford has discovered that there is more gold in the sea than ever yet came out of it, and her proud position as the third fishing port in the United Kingdom is worth a hundred-fold more than Fishguard is ever likely to obtain. The mackerel season opened disastrously, ow- ing to the cold weather sending the fish to great depths, but during the last few weeks trade has brightened, and we look like having a good finish. We have not been alone in our misfortunes, if that can bring any consolation, for Newlyn has been just as liard hit. In the general fish market trade has been brisk for some time, and another of Messrs. Sellick Morley and Price's new boats, the Sidnlouth, landed her first cargo this week.. The Sidmouth and the Essex, the two latest acquisitions to the Milford fleet, would be hard to beat at any fishing port in the king- dom. There was a deal of unnecessary be- wailing a year or two ago when a portion of the fleet left here for another port, but we can now see that it was a blessing in disguise. It Taught us to rely on our re- sources, and having done so we have more than replaced thve which left, and have got modern, splendily equipped steamers in. place of old and badly found vessels. Our fine promenade is very attractive just now. Our progressive Council has given us a frontage sec-, nd to none in South Wales., and with the foliage- and grass looking at its freshest and greenest, and the waters of the Haven dotted with the homely liner and drifter, and some score and a half of the finest specimens of our incomparable Navy, that person must be fastidious indeed who does not find the promenade an interesting, rendezvous. P.C. David Evans, No. 49, of Mi" ford, has.. been transferred to Martletwy, and P.C. Lewis, Xu. 14, from Pembroke Dock to Milford. Congregational Chapel.—On Sunday anm versary services were held in the Congrega- tional Chapel, the preacher both at the morn ing and evening services being the Rev. O. D. Campbell, M.A., Haverfordwest. The collec tions were for the church fund. Obituary.—We regret to record the death of Mr. Ernest Edgar Powell, son of Mrs. Jane Powell, stationer, Cahrlcs Street, which oc- curred on Tuesday evening last. The de- ceased, who had been ailing for some years, had not been out of doors for some time past. The interment took platAi at the Milford Cemetery on Wednesday. The Catholic Church.—A very fine statue of St. Francis has been unveiled and blessed in the Milford Haven Catholic Church in honour of its patron. The Franciscan Rosary was partly recited and partly sung. English hymns to St. Francis, for Easter, and for the occasion, were well rendered. The service closed with benediction of the blessed sacra- ment. St. Catherine's Church Enlargement and Re- storation.—We understand that the church will be closed at the end of June for three months, for the purpose of restoration and renovation. During this time the services will be held in the Drill Hall, at which place- the congregations both of St. Catherine's and St. Peter's Churches will meet. The re-open- ing of St .Catherine's is expected to take- place about the last week in September. Baptist Chapel.—On the occasion of the clos- ing of the session the children of the Baptist Band of Hope were entertained to a tea on Thursday last. The tables were attended to by a band of willing lady helpers. In, the evening an entertainment took place, presided over by Mr. D. T. Pearce, in the un- avoidable absence of Mr. Frank B. Rees, the superintendent. The programme consisted of songs, duets, recitations, etc., given by the children and the adult friends. A Child of the Church.—A beautiful sterling sliver communion service has been presented to the Rehoboth Presbyterian Church by Mr. Walter Davies, South Africa, son of Mrs, E. Davies, London House, and late Capt. Davies. Mr, Walter Davies is a child of the Church. During his reecnt visit hbme he saw the need of a complete communion service, and now has suppled the need. The church is grate- ful to him for his timely and valuable gift. The Church Restoration.—On Thursday last a very successful tea, dramatic entertainment and social gathering was held in tne Masonic- Hall, in aid of St. Catherine's Church restora- tion and enlargement fund. Tea was served: from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The tables were very tastefully decorated with flowers, etc. About 100 visitors sat down. During tea a selection. of songs ,etc., was given on the* phonograph,. manipulated by Mr. Gilbert Jones; all this added to make the tea more enjable. The- entertainment commenced at 7.30. The first part of the programme consisted of a clarionet solo by Mr. Isaac Johnson, accompanied by Miss Laura Johnson, Miss Gwen Jones also contributing a solo entitled "Killarney." After Miss Daisy Miller had given a pianoforte solo, the curtain was raised for the laughable farce, "Jerry and Sunbeam." Characters:- Mr. Harold Evans and Miss Mabel Griffith. This lasted about half an hour. During the whole time the audience were kept in roar1* of laughter by the jocular remarks made. In the interval refreshments were served. The. second part of the programme commenced with the dramatic sketch, "The Lady Interviewer, the characters being Mrs. Harold Evans and, Miss Mabel Griffiths. This, too, was very pleas- ing, and was greatly appreciated by the audi- ence. Dancing was afterwards indulged in: by the younger portion of the audience. A word of praise is due to the secretary, Mr. J., B. Gaskell, and the committee of ladies for the successful way in which everything was carried out. Coffee Supper and Entertainment.—The mem- bers of the Wesley Guild on Monday night heldi a coffee supper and entertainment in the school-room on the occasion of the closing of the session. The supper was served from 7.30 to 9 p.m., after which a varied and interesting programme, consisting of vocal and instrumental music was gone through,, solos being rendered by Miss Watkins, Miss Batten, Miss Howells, Miss Robbin, Messrs- David Adams, S. A. Scott, Thomas, and' Master H. Adams; readings by Messrs. G.- J. Crocker and D. G. Jones; duet, Miss Rey- nolds and Mrs. E. Llewellyn; dialogue, Masters H. Adams and B. Scott; violin solo, Mr. W. White; quanette, Mr. S. A. Scott, Miss Rey- nolds, and Mr. and Mrs. E. Llewellyn. The efforts of an the artistes were highly ap- preciated. Mrs. R. W. Hancock and Miss L. Cowley acted as accompanists in their usual efficient manner. The president and. pator (Rev. F. Parsons) presided, and a most en- joyable evening was spent. The attendance throughout was very large. Social Gathering.—A dance and social gather- ing was held in the National Schools on Mon- day evening, and the attendance was the larg- est that has been seen at any of these gather- ings during the season. Dancing was the chief amusement, and was indulged in by numer- ous couples under the direction of Mr. Tom Lewis, who made a very capable M.C. Songs; were contributed at intervals by Mr. Frank Witts and others, and a duet was given- by Messrs. Davies and Tanner. The refresh- ments, which were served in an adjoining room, were managed by a. committee of ladies, consisting of the following .-—Mrs. Davies, Mrs. Miller, and Mrs. Morris. Miss Hollingshead supplied the music for the dancing, and Miss Daisy. liller for the singing. » The proceeds were in aid of St. Peter's Church choir fund.. St. Catherine's Church.—On Sunday after- noon next at 3 o'clock a service will be held in the church, when the vicar will preach,, and a collection will be made in aid of the ambulance and hospital fund. The friendly societies of the town will attend. It is hoped that the collections will be something sub. stantial for so deserving an object. Marriage.—At the Thornton Baptist, Chapel on Saturday last a very pretty wedding was solemnised, the contracting parties being Mr. Albert Lau-gharne, son of Mr. Thos. Laugharne, Thornton, and Miss Alice Evans, daughter of Mr. Chas. Evans, daughter of Mr. Chas. Evans, Mr. Charles Evans, Cemetery Housed. The birde was prettily attired" and was given away by her father. Miss Nellie Laugharne attended as bridesmaid, and' Mr. Chas. Laugharne as best man. The Rev., J. B. Edwards performed the ceremony. Handsome Gift to Church Restoration.— For some time past the Building Committe& have had under serious consideration the necessity of re-roofing the whole of the old part of the Parish Church, but the question, of "ways and means" had, up to last week, proved an insuperable difficulty. The Vicar announced on Sunday last that Mrs. F. R. Greenish, The Grove, Haverfordwest, had most generously notified her intention of giving as a donation to the church, the whole of the- slates required, amounting in all to 27,000. The announcement of this generous gift has. given the work a tremendous impetus, and the. gratitude of St. Catherine's congregation has been heartily expressed.
Family Notices
MARRIAGE. On April 16, at St. Mark's Church, Notting- Hill, William, eldest son of Mr. T. Hemming, of 61. St. Mark's Road, Notting Hill to Tilly, fourth daughter of Mr. James Thomas, 21, Grove Place, Haverfordwest.
Advertising
Weather permitting, a Steamer will ply between Hobbs' Point, Pembroke Dock AND Milford Hayen, Leaving Pembroke Dock at 9.15 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. and Milforl at 10 15 a.m. and 7.15 p.m. Return fare, Is, single, 6d. Htichings, Steam Ferry, Neyland. Smyis Printed and Published by the Proprietors,- The Pembroke County Guardian Ltd., at their Office, Haverfordwest in the County of Pembroke.