The Pembroke County Guardian and Cardigan Reporter

< I; ¡;' 'H iiAVSSFSgSWEST. "f'(\ 1" u I \0..¡ U f XC)," L;; OF THE EEK. \ye ,-avc reeeiv :-u the following comment from A C{.ve;>por<dent:—"The Haverfordwest Town Coyifil wore ill ADVISED to accede to the Free (\*ttrc-h Couuei.'s application to erect a statue memory of the martyr (William Xiehol) luring the Marian persecution. It should l>e remembered that the extreme Protestant bigots, when they came into pc-.ver in 1645. did not scruple to drag greater mc-r than William Niehol to the :;take. The ere:lion of such a statue in the small town ú; Haverfordwest can only te:IU to arouse IN the ignorant feeling:, of bigoiry and iilwill when there ought to be j peace and GOOD will. Let the TC.v-n C-ouneil re- volte theiv per ^STON, and that they will! not bc a p,.r.y to Eet one reTg0:1S 1Joc1y against anotiitr." t '2' We canot help thinking this view of the matter must be the result of a misconception of the true meaning of the memorial. Vte. at all event: welcome the erection of the tablet for two reasons, v;z.ac a permanent record of a brave titan's death, and as a public warn- g against intolerance and bigotry. We would similarly welcome the erection of a tablet to tlie memory or any man who died for con- science sake, whether he were Protestant, Pagon. or a follower of the Pope. Of course, Protestants are perfectly entitled to be proud --of William Xichol, and they have an equal right to be ashamed of what our correspondent charges them with. But, to our mind, these considerations do not affect the propriety or otherwise of erecting this tablet. Reman Catholics and every other religious sect should join heartily in. commending the action of the Town Council on the grounds we have named, it woll serve to remind us that religious bigotry and intolerance are capable of any depth of cruelty when they have their sway unchecked, And although these evils do not now lead to the stake, they are still rife in our land. end are none the less cruel in their intent. 9 1f & We heartily commend the action cf 1he Sani- tary Inspector for the South division of the Haverfordwest Rural District Council in regard to rural dwellings. It is high time a very strong line was taken in this matter, and we hope the Council will back him up whole- heartedly. From a perusal of our report of the District Council meeting in another column some people may think Mr. J. C. Bowen was making light of the Inspector's criticisms, but we know that gentleman too well for that. There is, no doubt, some truth in what he says about cottagers being too fond of keeping their windows shut. Still, he knows, as well as we do, and perhaps better, that some of rhese rural dwellings are b disgrace to ail en- lightened community, and Mr. Bowen would be the last man to uphold insamtatv dwellinss. » « V The fact of the matter is that this question has been to long neglected in the Haverford- west Rural District. There is need for a drastic reformation. The Council should raise their standard of requirement.?- very consider- ably and resolutely and persistently insist on these requirements being carried out. Is there any wonder at the rural depopulation? Once the country people have tasted the comparative comforts of the town dwellings—it must be re- membered they visit their friends in the large towns more and more every year—and the ""charm" of country life in a home ceases to attract. It has too long been the custom to think that anything is good enough for the •country labourer. That, notion is fast dying out, and the sooner the Rural Council hasten its end in this district the better. We shall then hear less about the scourge of consump- tion, and shall have a healthier and sturdier race of young folk recruiting our farm and domestic services. Lfe in the country will al- ways attact when there are d&eent dwellings provided for the people. 1t » To-day is known as Pension Day. when over 500,000 persons throughout the land will re reive an old age pension. Thus we' see what was but a dream only a short while ago now become an accomplished fact. and the State takes another step, and a long one too, to- ward that complete recognition of responsi- bility for the welfare of all its members, which, after all, is but the practical interpretation of the principle propounded in the "Sermon on the Mount"—a principle lying at the very I foundation of our common religion. » » Of course there are numerous cases of hard- sljp and any number of instance? where per. sons are receiving pensions and do not really need them. That sort of thing was to be ex- pected under an Act that masr in the nature of things be regarded more c'r less as an ex- periment in an almost unknown field. But in the knowledge gained by experience there is no doubt many of these defects will be medied in the near future. One cannot, there- fore, read with much patience such an out- burst as that of Mr. E. Robinson's (reported in another column), in which he describes the Act as the most monstrous and profligate ever passed by the legislature." If correctly re- ported, Mr. Robinson would seem, to have al- lowed his whole judgment to ue upset by a few instances where people were getting the pension and did not need it. Judged by such a standard as this, almost every Act of Parlia- ment would fall short. But tha: is a very dis- torted view—such a view as might be attri- buted to the after effects of Christmas luxuries, when a reaction sets in, and one sighs for the simple life." 1t ? 1t The duty of those who administer the Act should be to do all that- is possible to prevent its abuse, and, on the other hand, act in the spirit of these who framed it when they deal with hard cases. No doubt these matters will be put right as tone goe; on. and mean- while the "Pension" is hailed a:' a Heaven- went blessing by thousands who. as Mr. Robin- son says, were actually en the verge of pauperism.

Police Court.—At the Shire Hail on Thurs- day morning, before the Mayor (Mr. Isaiah Reynolds) and Mr. John Rees, Thomas James, of City Rood, was fined 10s. including costs, for being drunk and disorderly on the previous night. Weslevan Chapel.—On Sunday evening a special service was held in the- Wesleyan Chapel, when Mr. D. G. Joney was the special • preacher. The anthem, "Pilgrims of the Xight," was tastefully rendered by the choir under the leadership of Mr. Percy- Wilkins. Mr. W. E. Dixon took the solo part, and Mr. F. W, Morse presided at the organ. Rugby Football.—The spectators were de- cidedly the better off in the Bridge Meadow on Thursday afternoon, when a match was played between a poor representation of the town club and a Milford team. The ground was 'swamped (with mud, and soon after play w&s juried it was only with difficulty unit the players could be recognised.- A scrambling game resumed in a vviu for the Alii lord side by one dropped goul dour point.-) :>> Sad Death.ije PrendergEt School ga-ls and other litilo frieiodg will he d-&ti-esscd .;0 hear of the iloath of th'qir former cc.rir-arjon, and beloved nhivmate, Bvfeiius> the younger daugh- ter of P.S. Win. James, and Mr*. James, of Monkton, Pejnb'oKQ. and formerly u Haver- fordwest, which took place on Saturday last after only a week's illness. -Th^. deceased was a bright little girlc¡ 11 y0ars.- 7 months, and her death has caused gr eat sorrow to her par ents. The funeral took place -IT PTMBROIIV Dock on Wednesday. Obituary.—The death took plaC- ( n t *Jr*stmas Day of Miss Jane Morris, ionneH. (a ''j Glou- cester Terrace, who passed away at thf residence of her nephew at Swindon. The deceai ^l lady, who had attained the age of 72'0 had been a great sufferer during the last six month-, Miss Morris was of a jovial deposition, and during the many years she resided with her sister, the late Mrs. Davies, at Gloucester Terrace, en- joyed the friendship of a very wide c-irele. The interment took place at Svvmdon on A\ ednes- day.. Catholic Social.—The annual social and dance in connection with the Catholic Church was held in. the Masonic Hall 00 Tuesday night, and proved a greater sucess than ever. There were about 100 persons present, including a number from Milford Haven and district. The hall was nicely arranged, the chief workers heing Miss White (Market Street). Mr3. Whitby Lloyd, and the Rev. Father Woolfrey. The duties of M.C. were, as usual, efficiently earned out by Mr. Charles Barber, and the music for dancin was supplied by Mr. John Lewis and jjjgg Lewis. During the evening refreshments typre served, the caterer being Miss Jones, Old • 1tre. Musical items contributed by the fol- were thoroughly enjoyad. Miss Hilda jawing jjjss .leannie Bail'Leu: Mr. S. 1-1:11, ••STllr. George Lcwis' v Watehnight Services.—Tht attendances at the w&tehnight services at the various places of worship last night was an improvement on last year, and the streets were quite animated at midnight. At St. Mary's Church there was a large congregation, and the vicar (Rev. J. H. Davies) gave a short but appropriate address. A fair number stayed for Communion at the end of the service. Medical Success.—We arc pleased to hear that Mr. Alan Handle, M.B., B.S., etc., has been successful in the recent examination for the degree of M.D. (London t niversity), specialising in midwifery and disease of women. Dr. Handle was educated at the Boy's nigh School, Dunedin. New Zealand, and after six months' preparation at University College School. Lon- don, passed the London Matriculation in the first division, June, 1900. He had a brilliant university career, and in 1906 was awarded a gold medal for Gynaecology. In the same year he completed his degree of M.B., B.S., having piroviously gained the joint diplomas of M.R.C.S., L.R.C.P.; and has since held several important resident appointments at University College Hospital. He is at present 25 years of n'a u £ 8. Tabernacle Social.—On Thursday evening, in the TabsInacle Scfioolroom, the tea and en- tertainment given by the Bible Class members proved an unqualified success. The room had been tastefully decorated by Mrs. Nicholson Jones. During the time occupied at the tables, which had also been nicely arranged, first- class selections were given on Mr. D. T. Rees' gramophone. The entertainment, which fol. lowed was greatly enjoyed. The programme in- cluded a pianoforte solo by Miss Mary Harries, songs by Mr. Jack Edwards. Hilda Lewis, Willie White, W. R-och James. Annie James, Maud Harries; recitation, Mr. W. Lewis; reci- tation and song, Rev. E. Nicholson Jones, who also presided. At the close of the programme the audience heartily united in singing the National Anthem and the Doxology, after which a large number of the young people remained to see the New Year in, whilmg away the in- tervening time with games. The evening's ac- companist was Mr. H. Walker, F.R.C.O., to whom. with other kind helpers, a vote of thanks was moved by the president.

PENSION DAY. THE SCENE AT HAVERFORDWEST. Of the 135 persons entitled to an old age pen- sion in the Haverfordwest district, no less than 56 had personally obtained the first week's grant at the Post Office by about mid-day to- day, whilst 20 others had obtained their's by deputy. During the morning the number of old people in the vicinity of the Post Office was quite an exceptional sight, and many were the expressions of gratitude that this auspicious day had at length dawned. The Act Denounced. MR. E. ROBINSON'S OUTBURST. At a meeting of the Old Age Pension Com- mittee at Eglwyswrw Mr. Edward Robinson brought forward a notice of motion to rescind a resolution granting a pension in what he described as "a most flagrant case." The Act itself, said the speaker, was one of the most monstrous and profligate Acts of Parliament that has ever been passed by the Legislature. The surprising feature was that really deserv- ing applicants were refused a pension through having some slight relief granted them by the parish authorities. That, he hoped, would soon be obviated when pointed out to the Government. In most of the cases that had come before the committee's notice, the parties had money on deposit in the bank; a num- ber had land, horses, cattle, sheep, and pigs, but, notwithstanding all that. they came to claim, and obtained old-age pensions. Previous to the Act they were able to save money from these limited means, and in the majority of in- stances with the pension added it would mean that they would be able to leave a nice sum to distribute to their children at death, which had been obtained from the already over- burdened taxpayers. He (Mr. Robinson) had been under the impression that pensions would be granted to persons who were practically penniless and on the verge of pauperism. The motion to rescind was carried unani- mously.

SAD FATALITY AT HAVERFORD- WEST. FLANELETTE CONDEMNED. The dangers of flanelette clothing for child- ren was illustrated on Saturday at an inquest on the death of a little boy at Portfield on Christmas Eve. It appears that on Christmas .Eve. Annie-Laugnarne, a young married woman living at 104, Portfield, went into her garden to spread clothes, and left her two-year-old boy and a child of sixteen months in the kitchen alone. After a short absence she heard screams and on going into the house found the elder child in flames. In her evidence before the coroner (Mr. Price) and a jury on Saturday morning the mother recounted the circum- stances surrounding the fatality. The boy was wearing a flanelette frock and a. pinafore and there was no screen before the fire during the time that the children were left to themselves. The child never spoke after the accident which took place about half past three in the afternoon and it died about half past live on Christmas morning. Mary Laugharne, grandmother of the deceased Albert Edward Laugharne, said she lived at Sutton. She was sent for on Christmas eve, and on receiving the message about 5.30 came into town. When she got to the house they were applying oil to the child's injuries. Most of the burns were across the chest, under the chin, between the shoulders and under the arhls. The doctor came soon after her arrival. The child was not crying when she went in and was able to recognise her. Dr. Brigstocke deposed that he was called to see the child about six o'clock on the evening mentioned. He found it lying on the bed in a thorough state of collapse practically pulse- less. Upon examination he discovered that both arms were burnt very severely and that the flesh was hanging in strips near the elbow. It had been also badly burnt over the upper part of the chest, around the neck and up the left side of the head, the injuries also covering the shoulders at the back. It was an absolutely hopeless case and the child never rallied from the shock. The child was conscious, but there was a perfect absence of pain. The parents had applied some oil and he dressed him thoroughly. The Coroner (to the mother): The doctor was not summoned until 2& hours after the accident. Why did you not send at once i—I did not tlnk that the child was so bad. The Coroner, in summing 1.1p, said that as in most of these cases, the child was clothed in flanelette. Parents could procure material of equal cheapness and durability if they asked for it at the shops. He believed that public oninion would soon find expression in legisla- tion making it offence to leave young children in a room with a fire expo-iid trl them. He quite appreciated the difficulty 1u.t poor people had in get-ting some one to look after the chilo- ren during their abseucc, but tucse cases should lead them to secure a eneau the serecn. In this case the jury could curly return a vcrdict of accidental death- Dr. Brigstocke pointed out that flanellettc was a most.dangerous thing and he did wish people would not use it.

NEW READING ROOM FOR HAKIN. OPEXIXG CKHXXOXY. On Wednesday of last week the opening cere- mony of the new Institute at Hakin took place. The movement for the provision of reading and recreation rooms was taken in hand about a month ago, and rooms nave been secured and fitted out in a manner which reflects great credit on all the gentlemen who worked so un- tiringly for the cause. The Institute is situated on sthe corner of Waterloo Road, turning down Spikes Lane, and was formerly used as a shop and dwelling house. The latter is now occupied by the caretaker, and the Institute itself comprises, on the ground floor a billiard room 18ft. x 14ft., and is neatly arranged and decorated. The billiard table is of full size, and was suppLed by Messrs. RHe. of Accringtcn, who has pre- esnted a cue for competition. Upstairs is the reading room. well furnished, and lighted, and it contains plentitude of the daily and weekly papers, periodicals and magabines, together with a library case. A library has been estab- lished, and members can borrow books at Id. per vol. pC:1' week. Adjoining is the recreation room, nulnrous games are provided. The decorations\ throughout have been carried out by Mr. A. í't. Jeffs, Robert Street. The Great Western Ruilway Company have presented two 'I large framed pictures, and roller map; the Midland Company, a framed glass picture, and the L. and X.W. Company, a framed picture. Altogether the rooms are such as should make the young folks at Hakin appreciative of the efforts of the committee. The officials are: President, Mr. C. C. Morley; chairman, Mr. A. S. Chugg; vice-chairman, Mr. E. J. Biddle- combe; treasurer, Mr. W. J. Gill; hon. secre- taries, Messrs. W. T. Davies and A. G. Laycock, with an enthusiastic committee. There was an influential company present, including a number of ladies, when Mr. J. LI. Davies, J.P., performed the opening ceremony. The Chairman. Mr. A. S. Chugg, introduced the proceedings in a happy speech. There had been, lie said, a good deal of pessimism in the minds of some who thought that nothing could succecl in Eakin.but people had Tallied to the support of the committee. in an encouraging manner. They would agreed that they had secured the right gentleman for the occasion in Mr. Davies who had often expressed to him the wish that something could be done for the young men of Hakin. Other gentlemen, such as their President, had also helped materi- ally to bring about the desired object, that. of providing means of recreation and education for the young men, such as would bring them from the streets, and it was for them in turn to put their shoulders to the wheel and help by joining. He then presented Mr. Davies with a silver key, in case. suitably inscribed, and that gentleman at once opened the doer and entered tha billiard room. Mr. Davies said he had much pleasure in de- claring the premises open. He had many times felt the necessity, net only of a reading, but also a recreation room. In order to make it a success, they must, to use a billiard term, not merely play of their own cue, but strife as far as possible to make their fellows happy. (near, hear). Selfishness was the curse of humanity, and if they would shun it, the result would be beneficial. He had had something to do with billiard rooms. They must remember that the object was recreation, and not let such evils as gambling creep in, but make others as happy as themselves, and never suffer from the selfishness of human nature. (Applause). Speaking for himself, he hoped to come up to the rooms, because he would like to know the young people of Hakin, his native place. Twenty years ago he knew every child on the street, but he was sorry he could not say that now. He then proceeded to the upstair rooms and formally opened them. On the motion of Mr T. G. Hancock, seconded I by Mr. Herbert Cole, Metropolitan Bank, and supported by Mr. Biddlecombe, a vote of thinks was passed to Mr. Davies, who replied. An interesting billiard match was then played between Mr. H. G. Hillier and Mr. T. S. McDonald. In a game of 600 up, the former gentleman conceded the latter 200 start. The players were unaccustomed to the new table and the balls, but some good playing was wit- nessed. Mr. Hillier finally won by over 150 points, his best break being 48. The hon. secre- taries, who are the embodiment of courtesy and energy, will be glad to give all informa- tion, and request the inhabitants to join the institute. The fee per quarter is: Gents, Is. 6d.; ladies, Is., in advance. The following is a list of subscribers up to date:—Mr. C. C. Morley, £10; Mr. S. M. Price, £5; Milford Docks Com- pany, £2 2s.; Colonel Roberts, £11s.; Mr. J. C. Ward, £1 Is.; Metropolitan Bank, Ltd., £1 Is.; Dr. F. R. Grenish, £1 Is.; T. H. Howell, Ltd., Newport, £1 Is.; Mr. J. L. Davies, £1 Is.; Capt. W. J. James, £1 Is.; Mr. John Rees, £1 Is.; Mr. W. M. Howell, £1 Is.; Mr. G. S. Kelvvav, £1 Is.; Mr. T. G. Hancock £1 Is.; Mr. G. Walter Davies, South Africa, £1 Is.; Mr. J. Y. Davies, South Africa, £1 Is.; Lieut. A. B. W- Stokes, £1; Messrs. James Bros., 10s. 6d.; Mr. T. D. Roberts. 10c;. 6d.; Dr. W. S. Griffith, 10s. 6d.; Messrs. William Lewis and Sons, 7s. 6d.

MILFORD PETTY SESSIONS. At the Sessions House on Wednesday, before Messrs. J. LI. Davies (in the chair), G. H. D. Birt, C. Blethyn, and Colonel W. R. Roberts. DRUNK AND DISORDERLY. Essex Picton, Marble Hall Terrace, was sum- moned for being drunk and disorderly in Charles Street on December 19th. Fined s. 6cl. and costs. George Mansell. Pier Hotel, was summoned for being drunk .in Victoria Road on December 21st. Fined 2s. 6d. and costs. Frank Davies, Robert Street, was summoned for a like offence in Hamilton Terrace on December 15th. Fined 2s. 6d. without costs. William McDonald, Robert Street, was sum- moned for being drunk at the Milford Docks on December 25th. Fined 2s. 6d. NO LIGHT. George Huddleston, Point Road, Hakin, was summoned for driving a trap without a light at 9 p.m. on December 21st, in the Waterloo Road. Fined Is., no costs. FIGHTING. John luting. Point itoad, and Henry Albert Davies, GSstle Terrace, were sumoned for ob- structing the highway by fighting on Decem- ber 28th. Fined 2s. 6d. each. DAMAGE TO GAS LAMP. Ernst Palmer, of no fixed abode, was sum- moned for damaging a street lamp, the pro- perty of tHe Milford Urban District Council on October The damage amounted to £1 15s. Adjourned for a fortnight. BIGAMY. A charge of bigamy was also brought against William Hickman, and he was remanded in custody until January 7th. FLOW OF PORT WINE. Richard White, Royal Hotel, summoned Richard Webster, Pill, for damaging a cask of port wine. John Williams, barman at tha Royal Hotel, summoned Webster for assault. It was alleged that defendant drew a plug and allowed three gallons to flow freely to the ground. It was also alleged that he assaulted the barman when the latter ventured to remon- strate with him. Defendant was ordered to pay the amount of the loss, £1 10s., with a fine of 5s. and costs for the first offence, and 7s. 6d. and costs for asaulting the barman.

CLARBESTON ROAD NOTES. The Christmastide has come and gone. Dur- ing Christmas week the shops looked their very best, and did a roaring trade. I wish all the tradesmen a happy and prosperous New Year. A good many people came home over Christ- mas. Amongst others we noticed Mr. Willy Morris, from Cardiff, son of Mr. Morris, Picton Inn; Mr. Fred J. Davies, Sleeches, from Skewen; Mr. John and Mr. James Davies, from Blaengarw and Pontardae; also Miss Vaughan, The West, and Miss Gertrude Evans, Bridge House, from Swansea. We also had the plea- sure of greeting Mr. Tom Morris and Miss Emily Morris, of Morriston, who are cri a viJt.to our genial station master. Bethlehem Baptist Chapel is the great centre of attraction on Christmas night in this locality. A well arranged programme was gone through, under the chairmanship of the pastor, the Rev. J. A. Thomas. The adult, choir was under the leadership cf Mr. W. G. Jenkins. Stember, and the juveniles were well led by Mr. Morris Williams. ScuiSil. The male and ladies' parties acquitted themselves most creditably, Mention should be made of the singing bf Mr. G. Jenkins, of Lower Hayfhog, and Mrs. W.lliams. of Scurfil, in their duett. It was evident that, this party was most popular with the audience. They also took part in a quartette, which was well rendered. The re- citing of Miss Doris Reed, of the Rath, was also excelleiV", and -displayed wonderful memory: she shows every promise of a bril- liarft future. A splendid meeting was closed by singing the Doxolcgy. Clarbeston Rud Bridge is a favourite re- sort of our young musicians. On Christmas night a la.'ire number of them congregated and discoursed beautiful music, under the able leadership of Mr. Stanley Vaughan. I con- gratulate him on his choiT. Their balance and phrasing were excellent, and nothing would give the inhabitants of Clarbeston lie ad more pleasure than to hear them oftener. On Boxing Night we were privileged to hear a, quartette party—first tenor, Mr. Tom Mor- gan; second tenor, Mr. William N&rbatt: Spt bass, Mr- William Rogers, post man; second bass, Mr. John Davies, Picton Terrace. This party attracted much attention, but the balance v. iy not too good, and the phrasing and time were rather faulty. There is no doubt, however, with mere practice, and under more favourable circumstances, they can do. better.

DEATHS.' J.E.\VI&Dee:ember, 25th, at Durston ( c ve, Will; a a: Lewis, farmer, aged 76.

CHRISTMAS IN HAVERFORDWEST. As usual Christmas passed away quietly at Haverfordwest; the weather was all that could be desired, but there were few attractions and towards the evening the streets were deserted. In the early hours of the morning there was some good carol singing in the streets and the Band also gave some appropriate selections. A male voice party consisting of about 40 voices, and conducted by Mr. Evan Griffiths gave some sweet renderings of carols on behalf of Dr. Stephenson's Homes and Orphanages. In the morning the usual services at the Churches were well attended and many familiar faces were noticed, of old friends home for holidays. In the afternoon a friendly Rugby match in tne Bridge Meadow between the town club and a Prendergast team attracted a fair number of spectators and resulted in a win for the town pack. On Boxing Day the chief attraction was a Rugby match between the Town Club and Burry Port which was witnessed by a large number of spectators. There was also a junior Association match in the upper part of the town between St. Mary's Institute and a Pem- broke Dock eleven. THE MAYOR'S GENEROSITY. Through the generosity of the Mayor (Mr. I. Reynolds), the poor in the various parishes were greatly helped in providing their Christ- mas fare. Through the agency of the minis- ters and clergy, His Worship distributed or- ders for meat or groceries amongst the poor ip the four parishes. THE RAILWAY TRAFFIC. The railway station was as usual the centre of busy traffic during the Christmas week, and the number of parcels despatched and de- livered was quite up to the average. The num- ber of holiday-seekers who left the town dur- ing the week was slightly in excess of that of last year and about bOO persons took advantage of the excursions to London, Cardiff, Swansea, and the north of England. On Boxing Day bet- ween 60 and 70 persons took tickets for the ex- cursion which was run to Swansea for the football match. The number of in-coming pas- sengers also slightly exceeded that of last year. THE POST OFFICE. The usual rush of work was experienced, but adequate arrangements had been made to cope with it and the work was disposed of smoothly and in record time. The indoor staff partook of a substantial sup- per at the close of the day's work on the 24th inst., and the outdoor force fared similarly be- fore they commenced delivery on Christmas Day. The parcels delivered were 594 in excess of last year, an increase of 10 per cent. The let- ters dealt with during the same period were ap- proximately about 6 per cent, over last year. I ST. MARY'S. St. Mary's Church presented a seasonable appearance on Christmas morning, having been tastefully decorated with holly and flowers from Picton Castle and Kensington House, by the following ladies:—Font, Mrs. H. J. E. Price; Altar, Miss M. J. Owen; windows, Misses Randle, and Misses Barham. There were cele- brations at 7, 8 and 12 a.m., and prayers at 4 p.m. At 11 a.m. a bright service was held when there was a fairly large congregation. The anthem "There were shepherds" (Win- chester), was rendered in an excellent manner, Mr. C. Bulmer, F.R.C.O., presiding at the organ. The service was taken by the vicar, the Rev. J. H. Davies, and the communicants for the day numbered about 120. The services W3re continued on Sunday, and in the even- ing the anthem was repeated, and the carols, "Gloria in Elcelsis Dco" and "Onoe in Beth- lehem of Juuah" (Maunder) were sweetly sung. After the service the congregation joined in the singing of the Christmas pastorale, "The Story of Bethlehem" (Simper). ST. THOMAS. The services in this Church were well at- tended during the day and the Church had been decorated in a very tasteful manner. Com- munion was celebrated at 8 and 11, and the number of communicants was about 150. At 11 a.m. the Ven. Arch. Kilbers conducted a service,- and the anthem, "God from on high hath heard" (Turner), was rendered by the choir, the solo part being sweetly taken by Miss Jeanie Baillieux. The Rev. T. A. Harries conducted a service at 6 p.m. The services were continued on Sunday, when the anthem was repeated in the evening. I PRENDERGAST. The Church had been beautifully decorated for the festal season by members of the con- gregation. On Christmas morning there were celebrations at 6.30, 7.30, 8.30, and 11 a.m., when there was a record number of communi- cants. At 11 a.m. the rector (Rev. D. AknJl Jones), and the curate (Rev. Norman Parcell), conducted a bright and well-attended service at which the choir, under the able leadership of Mr. W. Jenkins, gave a sweet rendering of the anthem, "His Glorious Name" (Simper). The solo parts were effectively taken by Miss Annie James and Mr. Willie Jenkins. A service and evensong was held at U p.m., when there was also a good attendance. The services were con- tinued on Sunday, when there were large con- gregations and the anthem was repeated at both morning and evening services, the solo part in the morning being taken by Mr. Willie James. ST. MARTIN'S. The Christmas services began with solemn evensong at 8 p.m. on Christmas Eve. There were celebrations at 7. 8, and 11 on Christmas Day, and solemn evensong with sermon and carols at 6 p.m. on Christmas evening itself. The church was beautifully decorated, Mrs. Baring-Gould, Mrs. J. Rogers. Miss Ethel James, the Misses Matthews, and o-thers taking part in them. A feature of the Christmas at St. Martin's was the bringing of toys by the Sunday School children on Christmas evening for the Children at the Workhouse. Even the very poorest of the children made an offer- ing. and great pleasure was shown on Boxing Day when they were carried up by the Vicar to the Workhouse. Besides each family of children had a savings box given out on Ad- vent Sunday and brought in at the Christm: service for the Children's Union of the Waifs and Strays Society. A good sum was collected, and was forwarded to Miss Samson, the local secretary. It will go to help support the crippled child maintained by the members of the Children's Union in Haverfordwest. UZMASTON AND BOULSTON. These churches were prettily decorated in a seasonable manner. Communion was cele- brated at Uzmaston on Christmas morning and at 11 a.m. the usual service was held, when the attendance was above the average. In tne afternoon the Rev. John Phillips conducted a service at Boulston. The services were con- tinued on Sunday, when seasonable hymns were heartily sung. THE TABERNACLE. The hour of service on Christmas morning at the Tabernacle was bright and hearty. The usual hymns of the Nativity were sung, to- gether with an anthem by the Choir. The Pas- tor (Rev. Nicholson delivered a short; but appropriate sermon, alter which the usual Christmas offering was taken, asiounting to about £6. On Christmas Sunday evening the lesral Hymns were repeated and the pastor in his sermon deduced further iMSOus from the cir. I cumstances of the Dixine Birth. An invitation to the members of the Church, and congregation to remain after the close for a short service of Prayer and Praise tor mcrcies of the old year was well responded to, and Messrs. Morgan, Harries and Cecil took part in the devotions. THE WORKHOUSE. Everything was done by sympathetic friends to make the day a happy one for the inmates of the Workhouse. The House presented a sea- sonable appearance and had been decorated by inmates, and especially by Win. Laughame, an old inmate who has taken pride in this work for years. The Christmas dimmer consisted of roast beef and vegetables, and an ample al- lowance of plum pudding. Tne men were al- lowed a pint cf beer an an extra allowance of tobacco, and the women a glass. In the af- ternoon a service was held in the chapel, con- ducted by Arch. Hilbers. who was accom- panied by Mrs. Hilbers, and a small choir of ladies. The inmates afterwards sat down to an excellent tea at which there was an ample supply of cake. The following gifts were sent for the inmates:—Cakes for the sick and in- firm. Miss Davies (Hill House College); toys, cards, books, sv/eets, handkerchiefs, etc.. for the children, pupils of Hill House College, Miss Jenhiugs, Mios Ada Thomas Messrs Harries and Morris, Mrs. Nicholson Jones, Rev. A. Baring Gould, Mrs. James (Tredegar, daughter of Mr. George Davies, Prendergast), and Mr. Fred Green; 21bs tobacco. Mr. J. T. Fisher (Denant); George Davies, Prendergast), and Mr. Fred Green; 21bs tobacco. Mr. J. T. Fisher (Denant); s»* cross-overs, Mrs. Hilbers: mince pies, Miss Ada *iitt JC,uaiiions> cards and sweets, Lady 8courf?eld: uri and r,,ir.v an<1 in_ firm, Mrs. Dawkius («. M .'v-i'red Green. THE INFIRMARY. The patients at the Infirmary spent a very pleasant day and the wards had been decorated in a seasonable manner by the staff. In the afternoon Archdeacon tuibers nciu a service, and was accompanied by Mrs. Hilbers and a number of ladies. Gifts for the patients were sent by Lady Scourfield, Mrs. Dawkins (Hay- lett), Mrs. Eaton Evans, Mrs. James Thomas, Miss Ada Thomas, and Mr. J. Davies (Tower Hill). On Boxing Day a number of friends gave a concert, and Mr. Brigstocke gave a number of enjoyable selections on his grama- phone. SOCIAL. An enjoyable social was held in the Weslevan Schoolroom on Boxing night in aid of the Sun- day School Funds. There was a very fair at- tendance and an excellent supper was pro- vided, at which the tables were presided over by lady members 07 the Church. After the supper the pastor (Rev. W. Reynolds), presided over an. enjoyable entertainment at which items were contributed by the following:—Pianoforte solos, Mrs. Weiler and Miss Gladys Dixon; vocal solos, Miss Annie James, Messrs. W. E. Dixon. Jack Edwards, and G. G. Weller. The company also joined in a number of games. BILLIARDS. The final round of the Christmas Handicap (200 up) at the Balfour Club was decided on Boxing Day, when the goose presented by Mr. J. Howell Walters was won by Mr. S. Morgan. Tho runners up were Messrs. J. Moodie (196), H. Mathias (150), George John. C. Barber, and W. Mortimer Thomas. The prize for the larg- est break (given by Mr. John Jones, Dew Street) was won by Mr. George John with a score of 36. Other prizes were sent by the following: Messrs. L. H. Thomas, W. H. Reynolds (High Street), Hugh Saunders, Fred Green. Ernest George, and Miss White (Market Street). The winner of the Christmas Handicap (100 up) at the Men's Institute was won by Mr. J. Davies (caretaker), who was awarded the tur- key presented by Messrs. Jenkyn Jones, Tudor Jones, and Edward Davies. On the 23rd Mr. David Evans (Cartlett House) distributed the prizes to the runners-up, and in most cases they were handed over by the winners to de- serving members of the club. The following its the prize list in order of merit:—Goose given by Mr. W. B. W. John, Mr. Howard James; goose given by Mr. J. S. Roberts, W. Jones (City Road); duck given by Mr. David Evans, Robert Edwards; fowl given by Mr. S. Richards, J. A. Lewis; ice-cake given by Mr. W. F. Thomas, T. Watts; ox tongue given by Mr. Win. Evans (Dew Street), Jack Richards; duck given by Mr. O. T. Thomas, Robert Davies; ioods given by Mr. Sidney Rees, James Rees; two cake loaves given by Mr. B. W. Thomas, Ceo. Pettit; pair of rabbits, given by Mr. A. T. Hill, Mr. Tom Davies; goods given by Mr; T. A. White, Edward Davie, Rugby Football. { HAVERFORDWEST v. BURRY PORT. The match in the Bridge Meadow on Boxing Day Attracted a good crowd of enthusiastic spectators. The teams turned out as follows: ?;Haverfordwest.—S. Watkins, back; J. M. Thomas, Ben Davies, T. Williams and H. Ed- wards, three-quarters; J. Morse, and J. Ed- wards, halves; A. Williams. R. Summers, Geo. Thomas, Elson Williams (captain), A. Rogers, B. Rees, B. Thomas, and W. James, forwards. Burry Port.—E. R. Lewis, back; D. Thomas, J. Davies, D. T. Lewis and Jenkins, three- quarters; J. L. Gower (captain), and J. S. Samuel, halves; W. D. Evans, E. Evans, T. Reeves, J. Thomas, D. M. Rees. C. James, D. P. Edwards and D. A. Williams, forwards. The referee was Mr. Dan Davies, of Burry Port. The visitors kicked off against the wind and a series of scrums took place in mid-field. The Haverfordwest team worked well in the scrums and gradually got into their opponents' terri- tory. Although some good attempts were made to get over the visitors' line the home pack were unsuccessful. The Burry men were su- perior in passing and made some good rushes down the field, but they were rarely dangerous. The homesters continued to press until half- time and although they were the faster side they were beaten by the sound defence of their better-seasoned opponents. After the interval the visiting team began to get the advantage and worked their way towards their opponents' line. Some exciting play followed and although the homesters de- fended well, W. Evans took the ball from a scrum near the line and scored the first try for the visitors, which was converted by J. Davies. From the centre kick the visitors made a dash up the field and Thomas crossed the lins and registered the second try, which was also converted by Davies. For the re- mainder of the game the Burry pack continued to press and although the homesters made good attempts to break away the game resulted in a victory for Burry Port by two converted goals (10 points) to nil. ASSOCIATION. ST. MARY'S INSTITUTE v. A PEMBROKE DOCK XI. The St. Mary's Institute were at home to a Pembroke Dock team selected by Gwin Harries, on Boxing Day. The Institute XI were in splendid form and after a fast game they gained a. decisive victory of six goals to nil over the visitors. Goals were scored by E. Baggott, M. Harries, F. S. Dagwell, and C. Edwards. PRENDERGAST WINS Aw AY. The Prendergast Lads' Club journeyed to Pembroke on Boxing Day and played an ex- citing and well-contested match against a team representing the St. Mary's Choir, whom they eventually defeated by 1 goal to nil. The win- ning goal was scored by Vincent Evans.

Serious Charge Against Camros Man ASSAULT AT FREYSTROP. At a special sitting of the Roose magistrates at Haverfordwest on Monday before Mr. G. E. Garrow and the Mayor of Haverfordwest, a man named John Edward Phillips, employed with Mr. Hughes, of Freystrop. was brought up on a charge of breaking into the house of a blind man named John Thompson, of Frey- strop, on the morning of Christmas Day. and assaulting his partially blind daughter, Fanny Thompson. D.C.C. James applied for a remand and said it'appeared that defendant had effected an en- trance into Thompson's house through a back window. Formal evidence was given by the daughter, Fanny Thompson, who said she was in bed when defendant entered the house. He got into her bed. The Bench remanded defendant until next Saturday, when- the case will be gone into. Defendant asked to be allowed bail and inti- mated that his employer would go surety for him. P.C. Wheeler remarked that defendant's em. ployer had refused to have anything to do with him. Subsequently, however, a message was re- ceived intimating that the defendant's employ«f become surety, and bail was allowed. *ftijllipa is s native of Cam rose, and vvas lor- OTerly-ttue Boot and Shoe.

HAVERFORDWEST SURAL DISTRICT COUNCIL. More Main Koatis. NO STEAM ROLLERS WANTED. The monthly meeting of the above was held I on Wednesday in last week, Mr. S. W. Dawkins presiding. Dr. Walker was re-appointed Medical Officer of Health for the ensuing year. HUHBERSTONE WELL. The Clerk read a letter from the Hubberston Parish Council asking if the District Council had any report to make with regard to Hub- berstoiie V. ell. The letter also stated that they had written to Mr. Greenish, of Gellyswicke, asking him to place the well at Gellyswicke in a sanitary condition, and they asked that the South Inspector be requested to inspect it. The Clerk said he did not know what report they could make with regard to Hubberston well other than that a second analysis had been made and the water had again proved unsatis- factory. It was decided that this analysis should be sent on to the Parish Council, and that the Inspector should be asked to visit the Gellis- wicke well. NORTH INSPECTOR ILL. The Clerk said he was sorry to state that ¡' the North Inspector was very ill. Mr. Phillips had sent a certificate from Dr. Owen showing that lie was suffering from an attack of pleurisy. INSANITARY RURAL COTTAGES. The South Inspector (Mr. E. F. Gbbon), re- ported as follows"During the month I have made a houses to house inspection of St. Ish- maels, and discovered many nuisances arising from damp and dilapidated floors, walls, roofs, etc. One house was found to be in a very bad state owing to poor walls, floors, etc. This house consists of one room, under which a surface water drain was found. This was covered in places, rendering the floor very damp. I have requested the owner to close the house, and if this is not done before the next meeting I must ask the Council to take steps for closing the house as unfit for human habitation. With regard to the other houses, I have served notices on the various owners, and have only received one reply. If the notices are not complied with I will ask per- mission to serve statutory notices at the next I meeting. Other notices have been served for repairs to cottages in different parts of the district. One notice served on Mr. John, the I Mountain, Broadway, has not been complied I with. The nuisance arises from bad floors, leeks, window frames, etc. I must therefore, ask the Council for permission to serve a statutory notice. Only one case of infectious I iigease has been flwlied this month—a case of scarlet fev6T at the "Moor Farm, St. Ishmaels. The patient has now recovered, and the house I has been fumigated". Mr. J. C. Bowen asked if they were to em- ploy Inspectors to go round and see that people's windows were tight, because if they were they would have to engage a few more inspectors. The Inspector replied that in the case referred to it rendered the walls so wet as to be a nuisance and injurious to health. Mr. J. C. Bowen said that so many cottagers kept their doors and windows closed he thought it would give them a little fresh air if their windows were not tight. (Laughter). The Chairman remarked that if it was a nuisance it was the Inspector's place to report it. He thought it was the Inspector's duty to have reported the present case. The Inspector said it was his duty to report any house that was in such a condition as to be a nuisance or injurious to health. It was decided to authorise the service of the statutory notice. FREYSTROP WATER SUPLY. A letter was received from the Freystrop Parish Council dealing with the water supply and they submitted a suggestion for obtaining a supply from Clayhead spring, which, they stated, had during the last ten years proved ample every summer to meet the demand. ample every summer to meet the demand. There were several other springs close by which could be made use of to supplement Clayhead. They asked that the Inspector should prepare a scheme and submit it to the Parish Council before finally adopting it. Mr. J. S. Roberts moved that the request be acceded to. He believed this would be a feas- ible scheme. Mr. Fisher: The parish pays. Clerk: Yes. The money will have to be borrowed. NO ADVICE TO xIIE GOVERNMENT. A resolution was received from the Ponty- pool Town Council urging that a representation be made to the Government in favour of in- creasing the national revenue by the taxation of land values, royalties, etc. This was ordered to lie on the table, the Chairman remarking that these matters would be attended to by the Government at the proper time, and the Government would not listen to any representations made to them by the District Council. The Clerk said he had another resolution from the public body dealing with leasehold enfranchisement. This was treated in similar fashion. A STONE CONTRACT. Messrs. Morgans and Jenkins, contractors, St. Ishmaels, wrote with reference to the stone contract for that parish, pointing out that their tender was the lowest by lOd. per yard. It had given satisfaction in previous years, and they wanted to know why it had not been accepted. They pointed out that the stone from Crable Hall Quarry was satisfactory, but Brunt Hill was no quarry as yet, as there had never been a yard of stone had from it up to the present. The Clerk explained that Brunt Hill was in- serted in the contract at the request of Mr. i J. Bowen. The subject then dropped. THE MAINING OF ROADS. The Committee appointed to consider what roads should be recommended to the Main Roads Committee of the County Council for maining presented its Teport, as follows:— j TheC ommittee recommended that the follow- ing roacli be accepted and that the District Council appoint a deputation to wait on the County Main Roads Committee as to maining these roads and the question of subsidies for this year:—Tavern Put Cross Road to Skerry- ford, 7 miles; Freystrop Cross to Johnston, Ü miles; Haverfordwest to Clarbcston Road, 4i miles; Haverfordwest to Little Haven, 4 miles; Hayseastle Cross to Haverfordwest 6 miles; Mafhry to Letterston Station, 5 miles ;Carn- hedren t" Goodwick Station, 11 miles; Goodwick Station t. lodwick Bridge, k mile. Mr. W. t nes, in moving the adoption of the report, uieiitioned that Colonel Ivor Philipps' scheme had been adopted by the County Council, and by that scheme they were to have one mile of main road for every £1,800 or rateable value. At that rate, the Haverford- west iural District was entitleu to 40 more miles of main road than they had at present. It was necessary that they should chose and recommend those 40 miles to the Main Roads Committee in order to avail themselves of the grant of £ 20 per mile (amounting to over £ 300), which, was to be made for the purpose of put- ting tho:>e roads in proper condition before being taken over. Tie thought the roads now recommended were fairly spread over the whole district, and they had selected the roads over which there was most trafEc. He suggested they should appoint a small committee to wait upon the Mam Roads Committee on the sub- ject. Rev. H. Evans seconded and the report was adopted. METAL WASHED A WAY IN THE STORM. Mr. W. Howell Walters asked the Surveyor if he would try to ascertain by a future meet- ing how many yards of stone were washed away from the roads in the recent storm. His object in asking that was in order that they might consider whether a roller would not be a saving to the district. STEAM ROLLERS NOT WANTED! T A -A I 1,L 0 L. i In accordance with notice, Rev. Henry Evans moved that the Council hire steam rollers for the purpose of rolling certain roads in the dis- trict. He held that in the first place the roads belonged to the pedestrians, and it was need- less for him to enumerate the many advantages of having the loose metal roiled. Äc the present time there was a frightful waste of stone. It W-as picked into the grips and lost to the District Council. He believed if the stone were rolled in there would be a great deal less ex- pense. He could not understand why they had not from an economical point of view rolled the metal before. The farmers particularly would benefit; it would be a saving to their vehicles and their animals would fetch better prices. (Laughter). He knew he was only a parson, but he was quite certain of that. He believed that for the extra outlay there would soon be a great reduction in the expenditure. Mr. W. J. Owen: What about the parson's carriage. (Laughter). Mr. Evans said he had only had his carriage a short time. His experience was that of a pedestrian. With regards to the narrowness of the roads he did not believe that-would present any difficulty. For some time past the road- men had been shovelling the muck into the hedges, and they could easily take two feet from the hedges, which would give them wide roads. Mr. Evans hoped Roch and Llangwm would be included in the scheme. He asked that & committee be appointed to draw up a detailed scheme. Mr. J. P. Sinnett seconded. Col. Lloyd pointed out that a roller was a very heavy thing, and they must be quite sure that the road had a good foundation or it would not stand the roller. If they had a suit- able road they could make a very good job by employing a roller. r.e had himself spoiled many roads by putting a steam roller on the-, Mr. W. G. Eaton Evans described the propos- al as an impossible one. He said Mr. Evans had not gone into the questipn of the extra expense, and the cost of hiring the roller would be enormous. There was no one \here who would not like to have the roads rolled. But how were they going to make a difference in their tieatement of the various portions of the district? They were all ratepayers, and ones they went into the question of some of the bye-roads, which wers only used by two or three individuals, it would be very awkward, and they would be at each other's throats. The main roads were now very good, and when they had the other 40 miles mained it would be as much as they could expect. Having re- gard to the difficuty in the matter of expense, and the difficulty of sub-soil, he held it was absolutely impossible for them to entertain the proposal. Mr. Lewis, Hill Block, thought steam rollers would be a very great advantage. Less metal would be required, and many of the farmers would be pepared to pay a little more in rates if the roads were rolled. He was, however, in favour of purchasing two rollers, instead of hiring, one for the North and one for the South. Mr. W. J. Owen said the only difficulty he could see was who should have the use of the roller first, and the only way out of that was for them to draw lots (Laughter). He thought it was a pity that the resolution was brought forward now, because it would be defeated, and he thought it would be an advantage if they could get the loan of a steam Toller on some of the roads where there had been ex- traordinary traffic. Mr. W. G. James said there was no doubt that the roads were in quite as good repair. in fact, very much better than they were 15 years ago, and twice as much material was put upon them. Ii they looked back over the estimates they would find that that was the case. With regard to the alleged wastage, he did not believe that there was a hundredweight wasted. Some tÇD got kicked into the gr!t>s, but they were icplaofid on the roads Ly the men. He thought the cry for better roads had arisen from a class of traffic which con- tributed very little to their up-keep. (Hear, hear, and applause). Notwithstanding ail the motor-cars, bicycles, etc., the land had to bear the brunt of the Toad maintenance. He con- tended that the roads were now in a good con- dition, really too good for any purpose re- quired by the land. Some 15 or 20 years ago there was double the tramc from the farms that there was at the present time. Agriculture did not demand this extra expenditure on tflc* roads. The motion was defeated by a large majority.

Haverfordwest OrAmmer School, FOUNDED 1613. Chairman of Governors: R. T. P. WILLIAMS. ESQ. Headmaster: REV. J. HENSON. M.A.. Oxen, Assisted by a Staff of six Experienced Masters. Recognised by the Board of Education, a Secondary School providing preparation for all University and Professional Exam.nations, and for Commercial life. Pupils prepared for the larger Public Schools. Numerous recent suc- cesses. A lew Boarders can be received at low Fees. For Prospectus, etc., apply to the Head Master. Next Term commcnccs on Tuesday. January 19th, at 2 p.m. 4jaE-

OLD ESTABLISHED INN TO LLr- rpO LET, the Old Established Fully Licensed A Free House, known as the THRE^ CROWNS, Hill Street (opposite the Corn Market), Haverfordwest, where a good town and farmers' trade has been done. InlInediatc possession could be arranged. Rent low.- Apply to the occupier, D. J. Weeks lial Pembrokeshire County Council. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN. THAT all Persons having any CLAIMS upon the County Fund are required to se^ particulars of the same on or before the 8^h day of January, 1909, to me at the uD(^ mentioned address, that such Claims laid before the Finance Committee and (If passed by that Committee) brought before the next meeting of the County Council' for pay- ment. WM. DAVIES GEORGE, Clerk to the County Council. Shire Hall. Haverfordwest, 1st January. 19G9. N.B.—All Bills for repairs to Bridges. Pubi. Buildings, etc., to be sent in by the 8th of January, 1909. Ijil P fl E LI >.J IX A R Y ANNOUNCEMENT. I IS 3 KATIE 'OHO^AS .1. -L -e:- r-L -L2.J t }.t. V..L D (Professor of the Royal Academy of Mu -ic) will give a MATINEE At Three o'clock, AD AN EVENING CONCERT AT 8 P.M. IN THE MKSONie MTKlafa, HRVERFORDWEST, On THURSDAY, JANUARY 7th, 1901), In aid cf the St. Martin's Church Restoration Fund. — — — — Plans at Mr. Edwin J chn, Castle Square. K K T I S T E S MISS KATIE THOMAS, A.R.A.M., I Professor of the Royal Academy of Music. MRS. OLTPHANT GOLDIE, London MK. IVOR FOSTER QhmbV ffall Concerts. MB- A. AOLLAISDTjondon. Accompanist MRS, OLIPHANT GOLDIE. MIL AOLLAISDTjondon. Accompanist MRS.- OLIPHANT GOLDIE.