The Cambrian

-,°-- DEATH OF THE REV. E. G. WILLIAMS, GLASFRYN. Our obituary column of to-day contains an announcement of the death of the Rev. E. G. Williams, Glasfrvn House, Cockett, Swansea, at the ripe old agfl^of 79 years. Mr. Williams had spent a great portion of hia life in Swansea district, and had done, in an unostentatious way, a large amount of kindly. Christian, and ecclesi- astical work. He was for many years Chaplain of Her Majesty's gaol. Swansea, and in that capacity came, of course, into intimate contact with the larga number of unfortunate creatures who were immured in that place of punishment, and also with some of the poor wretches, who. for their crimes, were condemned to undergo the last dread penalty of the law. Upon his retirement from the Gaol Chaplaincy Mr. Williams held a light ecclesiastical office and lived in comparative retirement with some mem- bers of his family at Glasfryn. a new and com- modious and well-placed house, near Cockett Church and ihc Cottage Homes. Some two or three years ago he utilised his leisure and demonstrated his long and accurate knowledge of modern loeai Church History by contributing to the columns of The C'nmbriati a series of articles, setting forth the history of the various churches, ehureh. institutions, incumbents and curates in charge, in the district. He was highly respected by all who- knew him, and he is gone at length to his well-deserved rest. The funeral took place yesterday (Thursday), and was attended by a large number of mourners. A Welsh hymn was sung just before the cortege left the house at 2.30 1 he children of the Cottage Homes, with whom the deceased gentleman was a general favourite, headed the mournful pro- cession, followed by a number of ministers in carriages, among whom we noticed the Rev. Dr. Walters, (Vicar of Llansamlet), Revs. D. Roderick and Lloyd (Cockett), Rev. E. W. Bolney, &c. Then came the coffin bearers, followed by Mrs. Williams (widow), wi-h two sons and daughter, 1I[r. and Mrs. Thomas, And other members and friends of the family. On arriving a.t the Cookett Church the beautiful hymn Lead Kindly Light was sung. The Psalms were said by the Rev. D. Roderick, and the lessons read by the Rev. E. W. Bolney. The Rev. Canon Walters officiated at the grave, where the Welsh hymn "Bydd Myrdd 0 Ryfeddodau" was impressively snag. The funeral arrangeDftenta were entrusted to Mr. Joseph Gwynn, Sketty.

WILL THE IMPROVEMENT OF SWANSEA MARKET DAMAGE SWANSEA SHOPS? THE SHOPKEEPER AND .THE TOWN COUNCILLOR. A SUGGESTIVE CONVERSATION. Good morning, Mr. Councillor. It is a very long time since I have had a chance to talk Municipal matters over with you." Yes, Mr. it is. You are a. heavy: ratepayer there is a prospect of higher rates, so I am glad of this opportunity to hear your views on the situation." "The advent of the Rhondda into Swansea., of course, would be beneficial, and I hope the Company may get their Bill. raise the capital, a.nd, if possible, join their station with the North- estern at Victoria. That might be the first step towards getting Swansea on to the main line, as the North-Western are now doubling their line, giving evidence of their desire to do more business with Swansea." "Just so; but what do you think of the widening of Castle-street and Castle Bailey- street, and the re-building of the Market ? for these are matters which more closely concern me as a member of the Council." Well, as a large ratepayer, I should say, improve the streets of the town in every possible way, and give every facility for im- proved shops, for, with few exceptions, it must be admitted that our shops do not compare favourably with those of other towns." This has been forced upon me time after time, and I fail to find out the reason. Can you give any ? You make too much of the Market, and by this means silently discourage the opening of modern shops. I will try and put it plainly. No doubt a Market iuch as ours was essential and necessary when the supply for the town of fish, poultry, fruit, butter, eggs, vegetables and meat depended upon what was brought from the neighbourhood and Carmarthenshire by the old mode of locomotion, a market cart, which is simply a remnant of the old system of fairs, that are gradually becoming extinct with our ideas of modern civilization." Surely, you do not advocate closing the Market P Certainly not; neither do I advocate per- sons coming from the country, and, for a few shillings, taking up a position, the best possible for business, and selling, say, JE20 or.£30 of I meat, paying no taxes, taking home the money, and having no further interest in the town for another week. Whereas a shopkeeper pays rent. rates and taxes, and is there all the week to meet his customers, and has a bona fide stake in the town; the revenue derived from the market being in no way adequate for the advantages given" "This is to me a new light, but how can it be altered ? I quite see with you that the market people are let off very lightly, both as regards rent and taxes, and there is an anomaly in allowing a peasant from the country, who probably pays a most trivial rent at home, to take, as you say, for a trifling sum, the best position in town. dispose of his wares, pocket the profits, having no further interest in Swansea, all to the great detriment of the local shopkeepers. But do not the inhabitants get the benefit ? IS o; on the contrary, Swansea has now arrived at such a size that our main streets should contain several first-class poultry, meat, and green-grocers' shops, with large fresh supplies daily, instead of forcing the heads of families to go to market once a week, and bargain with country folk for a week's supply." I have not yet heard your suggestion as to the re-building of the market." Well, if you rebuild the market at the proposed estimate, of course, you do it at the expense of the ratepayers. To the cost of the re-building you should add the value of the site. If it would then bring a fair interest on these two items, rebuild. If not—don't; for I why should the tenants of the Corporation not pay a fair rental ? The Market is not a charity, to be kept up by the ratepayers— especially when some consider it a great hindrance in the development of new and modern shops in our streets. The stall-keepers and the shop-keepers are competitors for the public patronage. Why should the Corpora- tion give the stall-keepers a bounty to come to town once a week, take away all the money they can, and render no benefit to the town in return ? It really seems to come to this The market should be made comfortable, the charges should be an adequate amount for rent and taxes. It should be modernized, and be used more for wholesale and less for retail purposes. Nearly every business is now repre- sented in the market. Indeed, it is fast be- coming not a market, but a mere collection of small shops, opening once a week and the more thib system is fostered and encouraged, the more it discourages the improvement of our town in the way of modern shops. Sup- pose, for a moment, all the retail business of our town were condensed into a huge market, what a desolate town it would look Well, I quite see that, before this market question is settled, it requires careful con- sideration. It certainly ought to be upon a paying basis. It is no reason that, because the land was given to the Corporation, they are to let it rent free. and only get interest on the building. Whatever persons have to sell, they should pay a proportionate rent, or, as you argue, how can we expect folks to put up good shops in our town, which at once bring a revenue without any outlay from us?" Well, good morning, my friend. I am glad you are prepared to think over the im- portance of this question."

The failure was announced in the London Bank-I ruptcy Court on Wednesday, of Mr. Robert Mac- Pherson, coal merchant, Coal Exchange. His liabilities are estimated at £50,000. WELSH COAL MINING.—The Home Secretary has appointed Mr. Matthews, mining engineer, late of the Rhymney Ironworks and Mardy, one of her Majesty's Assistant Inspectors of Mines for South Wales. Work was suspended on Saturday at Abercarn Tin-plate Works, and the operatives at the Abertillery Works have received 28 days' notice to terminate all contracts. The mills are stopped at many other tin-nlate works owing to the depression in trade, and 3,000 operatives are thrown out of employment. A Reuter's telegram from Carmaux says the com- mittee of arbitration in the dispute between the owners and miners in that district have decided in favour of 5 per cent, increase of wages, It is be- lieved that the men will accept this decision, and resume work to-day. The Earl of Radnor and his friends are nego- tiating in New York for the establishment of a line of steamers to run between Philadelphia and a. harbour near Bristol. It is proposed to build in America four vessels like the Majestic with which to initiate the service. MINERS AND THE EIGHT-HOURS BILL.—A largely-attended meeting: of delegates of the Miners' National Federation was held on Tuesday afternoon, at the Westminster Palace Hotel, to discuss matters connected with the Eight-hours Bill The public examination in bankruptcy of Mr. C. H. Grasdorff, steamship broker, Cardiff and Newport, was held at Newport yesterday and adjourned. The gross liabilities were reported to he over £26,000, and the deficiency nearly £15,000. It was shown that at one time the debtor was in receipt of about .£1,100 a year. THE LABOUR COMMISSION.—It is stated that the Government do not intend to base any legisla- tion this year upon the interim report about to be issued by the Royal Commission on Labour, as that report will consist merely of a reprint, probably in two volumes, and certainly without recommendation, of the mass of evidence already taken. It is nevertheless not unlikely that the Government will, if the opportunity offer this session, introduce bills to amend the law with reference to employers' liability. At the Labour Commission, on Wednesday, evidence with regard to the nut, bolt, lock, and nail trades was given, the witnesses being sent by the Midland Counties Federation. The witnesses complained of long hours, and the conditions under which the women worked, especially in the nail trade. Machinery had greatly reduced wages and the number of hands employed, and it was stated that domestic workshops were one of the greatest evils of the trade. A meeting of joiners,Jmasons, and other work- men was held at the Castle Inn club-room on Friday, under the auspices of the Swansea Trades and Labour Council, when delegates from the Swansea lodges attended. The following resolu- tion was unanimously carried :—That this meeting of masons and joiners now on strike deelare that, in the interest of labour, they must insist upon the observance of the agreement made betveen themselves and their employers, but are at present as they have always been, prepared to refer the whole matter in dispute to a conciliation board, as provided by the rules of the associations with which we are connected.

THE COPPER TRADE. SWANSEA, 24st MARCH, 1852.—Copper at open- ing to-day was dull at £46 17s. 6d to £47 5s. cash, and £47 IDs. to .£4717s. 6d. three months.

OUR LOCAL TRADE, MANUFACTURES AND COMMERCE. [SPECIAL REPORT BY OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT.] SWANSEA, THURSDAY.—The trade of the port during the past week has, on the whole, been very satisfactory. Â large quantity of tonnage has arriyed in ballast, so that exports next week should be large. The imports have been much above the 8verag-e, and far larger than has been the case for a considerable time past. Toe tin- plate market still shows /10 improvement, but if the latest information from the States can be relied upon, no home-made plates are yet procurable. Should such be the case, Americans must soon lay In their require- ments. Orders are already numerous, but tbe prices offered do not suit the makers. The Atlantic Transport (;o:s steamer, "Minnesota," is loading upwards of' 2,000 tons for Baltimore, &c.. and the Trident Line steamer Delmar," wiU be on berth in a few (lays. Tbe imports amount to 16,ô9 tons, anlÍ eXp0rtl foreign to 30,too tons. The clearances of tin-plates and general goods include 575 tons for France, 600 tons for Italy, 25J tons for Hamburg, and 2,600 tons for New York. IMPORTS COASTWISE.—Pig iron, 1,172 tons ingot moulds, 20 tOng; tin-plates, 220 tons; pitch. 1,908 tons; manure, tons; chalk and loam, 450 tons; salt, 601 tons; dour, grain. &c., 884 tons; nitrate of soda, 99 tons; tin slag, 100 tons; copper ore. 189 tons; blende ore, 123 tons: building material, 292 tUllS; sundries 1,1)4 tons. IMPORTS FOREIGN.-—France, pitwood, 1,239 tons potatoes, 10.) tons general, 28 tuns. Bilbao, iron ore, 2,650 tons. Gijou, copper ore, 360 tous. Santander, calamine, 15') tons. Hamburg, general, 50 tons. Carloforte, calamine, 1,400 tons. Tucacas, copper ore, 1,953 tons. Port Nolloth, copper ore, 779 tous. New Yurk, copper matte. 30 tOllS; beef, 3 tons. EXPORTS FOREIGN.—Coal, 22,285 tons; patent fuel, 3,9-0 tons; tin-plates and general goods, 3,925 tons. ARRIVALS DURING THB WEEK.—Steam, 67 vessels, 32,253 tons sail, 50 vessels, ô,.j5! tons total, 117 vessels, 38,805 tons register.

THE PROPOSED LESSENED PRODUC- TION OF COPPER. The great manipulators of the Copper Produce of the world are just now putting their heads together ;—It has been clear for some time past that if the production of copper is to be regulated the first steps must be taken in America. The mere rumour, last week, that the owners of American copper mines are attempting to restrict the output had a marked effect on the market for this metal. Authorities in the trade assert that something is very likely to take place, and an examination of the statistics goes to show that it is absolutely necessary, if a further great de- cline in the value of copper is to be avoided. It appears that almost the whole increase in the world's production has been in the United States. If the attempt were made to raise prices .£5 or £10 a ton it is almost certain that fresh mines would be brought into operation. Meanwhile the consumption of copper does not seem to be swelling. As far as our own district is concerned, the Anaeonfla Mines have made large sales forward to the smelters of furnace stuff on the basis of G. andB. Of course, having made this contract, any rise in prices wii! not affect the sales they have made.

THE FUTURE OF THE TIN-PLATE TRADE. Mr. J. H. Rogers, the managing partner of the South Wales Tin-plate Works, Llanelly, and the Cwmbwrla Works, Swansea, and chairman of the Welsh Tin-plate Makers' Association, has just written an interesting and suggestive letter to the men, much on the lines of "the article which appeared in our columns last week, contending that if the trade is to be kept in this country some sections of the men employed in the manufacture must be content to do more work in less time and for less money than they are now exacting. Mr. Rogers contends that our best chance of keeping ahead in the markets of the world is for men and masters to join in improving and economising in every way they can manufacture. He does not think that the processes of tin-plate making up to the production of black plates need cause any anxiety on the part of masters or men; it is in the finishing departments that changes will have to come about. No one having a knowledge of machinery, and of the tinning of black plates, and of the ingenuity of our American cousins, can seriously doubt, says Mr. Rogers, that shortly the work will be done automatically without either tinman or washman. If that is done in America, we shall have to do it here, and, therefore, we had better adopt it first, If not, we may stand to be beaten in the race, and so to ruin all the departments of our works. What the displaced finishing workmen may find to do is no doubt a question of serious anxiety, but Mr. Rogers sees, and everyone who looks at the matter fairly must see, that changes in favour of machinery, or changes in favour of more work and less time and pay, must come about.

GOWERTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL SITE.— GENEROUS GIFT OF MISS TALBOT.—A special meeting of the local committee, in connection with the Educational Committee of the Glamor- ganshire County Council, was held on Monday, at the Board Schoolroom, Gowerton. Present— Lieut-Co1. J. R. Wright, J.P., presiding, Revs. E. W. Bolney, Sketty, W. D. Williams, Gower- ton; Messrs. Ben Jones. M.D., Penclawdd, T. Jones, Woodlands, and W. E. Ball, Gowerton.— A letter was read from Miss Talbot, of Margam K • r £ U £ h .her af?ent< Mr- Essery, stating that Miss lalbot generously presented two acres ot lafold in a most commodious and healthy situation at Gowerton, part of Cefngorwydd Farm, value nearly £ 1,000, for a site for the purpose of erecting an Intermediate School for the district, and the following resolutions were unanimously resolved upon;—(1.) "That this committee, having now arranged with the Duke of Beaufort for the strip of land required for the entrance, gratefully accept the two acres of land on Cefngorwydd Farm, offered so generously by Miss Talbot, for the building thereon of an Intermediate School by the County Council and now beg to offer her their most hearty thanks for for her munificent gift." (2.) "That Miss Talbot, having generously offered the land for the Intermediate School for the district, and this commit'ee having accepted it, and also the Duke of Beanfort having agreed to transfer the piece of land required for access, the Joint Educational Council be at once advised ef the same, so that they may take up the matter of eonveyance of the land, and act farther M they deem fit." J

LOCAL FIXTURES OF FORTHCOMING EVENTS. (For Particulars see Advertisement Columns.) FRIDAY, MARCH 25. "The Village Forge," at the New Theatre. Leaves of Shamrock," at the Theatre Royal, Temple-street, and during the week. MONDAY, MARCH 28. Varney, the electrical wonder, at De-la-Beche- street, and until Thursday, the 31st. D'Oyly Carte's Opera Company, at the New Theatre, Wind-street, and during the week. "Amy Robsart," at the Theatre Royal, Temple- street. THURSDAY, MARCH 31. Special Meeting of the Swansea Hospital Committee of Management, for the purpose of electing a Medical Officer for Out-door Patients. MONDAY, APRIL 4. Gas Exhibition and Demonstrative Lectures on Cookery, by a Lady Cook, at Swansea, MONDAY & TUESDAY, APRIL 4 and 5. Lord John Sanger & Son's Royal Circus, Hippodrome and Menagerie, at Swansea. FRIDAY, APRIL 8. Annual Meeting of the Swansea Gas-Light Company. Annual Distribution of Prizes, in connection with the Swansea High School for Girls, at the Albert Hall, by Lady Aberdare. EASTER MONDAY, APRIL 18. Swansea Y.M.C.A. Assault-at-Arms, at the Albert Hall. THURSDAY, APRIL 21. Annual Bazaar and Fancy Fair, at the Albert Hall. in aid of the Industrial Home for Orphans and Friendless Girls. THURSDAY, MAY 5. Tradesmen's May Show and Parade, at Swansea. WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, MAT 18 & 19. Bazaar and Sale of Work at the Mission Hall, Morriston, in aid of St. David's Church.

SWANSEA'S VITAL STATISTICS.—Week ending Mch. 19,1892 :—Births registered, 60, annual rate per 1,000, 33'7. Deaths registered, 48, annual rate per 1,000, 2'70.—EBEN. DAVIES. Medical Officer of Health. This return includes the whole County Borough with the recently added areas, and is calculated on census returns, 1891. THE CWMBWRLA PUBLIC HALL FUND.—We understand that the financial proceeds ef the concert in support of the erection of a public ball at Cwmbwrla, by Mr. Ben Davies, the celebrated tenor, will result in the substantial contribution of £100 towards the building fund. ANNUAL BAZAAR AND FANCY FAIR.—The annual bazaar and fancy fair, in aid of the funds of the Industrial Home for Orphan and Friendless Girls, will be held on Thursday, April 21st, at the Albert Hall. Lady Llewelyn will open the bazaar, and Mr. W. T. Samuel's Glee Patty and several well-known artistes will give a miscellaneous performance. MUSICAL SUCCESS. — The "Book Prize awarded by the London College of Music to the candidate having the highest number of marks, and for excellence in pianoforte playing, has been obtained Sy Miss Winnie Fitt (Grand Hotel), pupil of Miss McArthwr, Llandilo, who passed with honours in December last, at the Carmar- then centre. VARNEY IN SWANSEA.—Varney, the world renowned electrician and author," will only be in Swansea until Thursday next. Since he has been in Swansea he has been extremely busy, and bis faith in the curative powers of electricity is more pro- nounced than ever. He has effected some remark- able cures, and is now the possessor of many fresh and valuable testimonials, all beating the highest testimony to his skill as an electrician. SCHOOL BOARD CENTRAL CLASSES.—We are pleased to notice that the following assistant teachers were successful in the examination for certificates held in December, 1891 :—Florence S. Perry, Sarah Eyans, Harriet Gregory, Lucy E. Jenkins, Ada Cole, Maud Haines, Hannah Rees, Maigaiet John, Marian H. Williams, Gwen M. Griffiths, Elizabeth A. Davies. All who sat were successful, a fact which attests the soundness of the teaching, and is evidence of the good work which is being done by the Board in this direction. LOUGHOR PARISH SCHOOL BOARD.—At the last meeting of this Board-present, Col. J. R. Wright, J.P., presiding, Messrs. T. Jones, E. Morgan, W. E. Ball, and the Rev. W. D. Williams—Miss E. Clarke, of Northampton Board School, was appointed Mistress of the Infant Department. Mr. T. Walters, Woodlands, late of Bevexe Farm, was elected to fill a vacancy on the School Board. Mr. Martin, of Swansea, was instructed to advertise for tenders for the alterations at the Gowerton Schools. SWANSEA GAS-LIGHT COMPANY.—The annual general meeting of the shareholders of the Swansea Gas-Light Company will be held at the office, Oystermouth-road,. on Friday, April 8th, at twelve o'clock noon. The chief business will be to receive the report and accounts for the half-year ending December 31st, 1891; to de- clare dividends on the paid-up share capital of the Company to elect two directors, Mr. John Glasbrook and Mr. William Wi liams< J.P.; an auditor, Mr. R. G. Cawker, who offer themselves for re-election. GAS EXHIBITION AND COOKERY LECTURES AT SWANSEA.—On Monday, April 4th, and during the week, Messrs. T. Fletcher and Co., gas engineers, of Warrington, will, under the auspices of the Swansea Gas Company, hold a gas exhibition, at Swansea, and demonstrative lectures by a lady cook, holding a first-class diplomee of the South Kensington School of Cookery, will be delivered on cookery. Admission free by card. which may be obtained at the Swansea Gas Office. These demonstrations promise to be of a highly interesting character, and we have no doubt that they will be well attended throughout the week. EISTEDDFOD AT LLANSAMLET.—On Saturday evening a very successful and enjoyable chair esteddfod was held at the Llwynbrwydrau Board Schoolroom, when there was a large and enthusiastic audience. There were nu- merous competitions, and much interest was taken in the adjudications. Mr. Edward H. Thomas, head master of Birchgrove Board Schools, presided. Mr. Howells, sculptor, of Skewen, adjudicated on the music, and Mr. Rees on the prose, poetical, and miscellaneous com- petitions. Mr. Evan Thomas (Frederick-place) acted as secretary, and Miss Jenkins, of Llwyn- brwydrau, presided at the pianoforte. SANGER'S CIRCUS COMING TO SWANSEA.—On Monday and Tuesday, April 4th and 5tb, Swansea will receive a visit from Lord John Sanger and SOB S royal circus, hippodrome, and menagerie. The Vetch Field has been engaged for the occasion. The show is described as the largest, grandest and most wonderful amalgamation of the age the oldest and richest show in the world." It comprises 300 horses and ponies, two herds of elephants, troupe of camel", menagerie of all the rarest animals from every part of the globe. Two forest-bred African lions will go through a sensational performance. The company of artistes is a very powerful one, and perform some curious feats.—See advertisement for further particulars. LONSDALE'S MAGKETAIBE. RETURN VISIT TO SWANSEA.—We are desired to draw the attention of our readers to the announcement in our columns that Mr. R. Lonsdale, M.E., of London, inventor and patentee of the "Magpetaire" appliances, owing to the numerous inquiries from Swansea and the surrounding district, is now revisiting this town for the fifth time. There can be little doubt that the use of the" Magnetaire" has been pro- ductive of great good in this neighbourhood. The long list of testimonials affords ample evidence of the remarkable recuperative power of Mr. Lonsdale's Magnetaire appliances. Full particulars can be read in our advertising columns. BYE-ELECTION OF SWANSEA HARBOUR PROPRIE- TARY TRUSTEE. — In our advertising columns of to-day, will be found the address of Mr. F. Cory Yeo, offering himself for the seat on the Harbour Trust, rendered vacant by the death of Mr. W H. Francis. Mr. Yeo is well known throughout Swansea and iu district, and there is no doubt that his election would be a popular oue. He is closely interested in the prosperity of the port, and his experience as a member of the Glamorgan County Council will stand him in good stead on the Harbour Trist. He possesses high business qualities, and has always taken an interest in public affairs. The eminent services which his ]ate father, Mr. F. A. Yeo, M.P., rendered to the Town and Trust, has, no donbt, weighed with other intending candidates, who have apparently with- drawn, in order that the son of go worthy a father may be returned unopposed. DEATH OF MR. P. HOLWAY.—It is with regret that we have to record the death of Mr. Peter Holway, buililer and contractor, which took place after a long and painfal illness at his residence, 168, St. Helen's Road, on Saturday morning last. Mr. Holway, who was a native of Somerset, had resided for many years in Swansea, and in partnership with the late Mr. W. Brown, of St. Helen's Villa, formerly estate agent of the Morgan family,and on his own account had carried out many important contracts for the Harbour Trust and other public bodies in Swansea. De- ceased was a thorongb business man, aod possessed a kindly and genial dispobition, so that his death will be heard of with sorrow by the large number of friends by whom he was so well known and respected. He was iu his sixty-fourth year, his biribday being yesterday (Thursday), March 24th. He had been married three times. He leaves a A daughter by his firs; wife, a son by the same marriage having recently died. three sons and a daughter by the S-conri wife, and a widow and eight children by the thirri marriage His remains will HE interred to-dny (Friday) AT the Mumbles Cemetery, friends being invited. ADDITION TO A SWANSEA FLEET OF SHIPS.— ) Ex-Alderinau Tulloch, J.P., has added to the fleet of ships managed by him the fine vessel "Antarctic," formerly the property of the late Mr. Hennessey. The "Antarctic" is lying in dock. SWANSEA HIOH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS.—The annual distribution of prizes in connection with the above School will take place at the Albert Hall, on Friday, April 8. at 5 p.m., when Lord Aberdare will preside. The prizes will be distributed by Lady Aberdare. POLICE BAND.—On Thursday next, the 31st inst., the last of the afternoon concerts by the Police Band will be held at the Albert Hall. The band will play a favourite programme, and songs, duets and quartetts will be sung by Miss Nicholson, Mr. Bertram Richardson, and Mr. George Isaac. Captain Colquhoun and the members of the Band Committee are to be con- gratulated for the admirable concerts they have provided during the winter months. It is notice- able that the County Council of London has voted £4.000 for the purpose of providing music in the parks during the summer months. Swansea is certainly to the fore in this part of the country, as our Police Band play in our parks gratis and for nothing" during the summer, and in the winter in the Albert Hall, where a nominal charge of one penny is made to pay the expenses. There are few towns in the Kingdom where music, such as is played by our Police Band, can be heard at so cheap a rate. The band and the talented con- ductor, Mr. William Courtney, are deserving of the success they have achieved. A NEW AND SPARKLING VALSE BY A YOUNG SWANSEA COMPOSER. We have received an advance copy of a new valse, entitled, The Eisteddfod, a reminiscence of the National Eisteddfod of Wales, held at Swansea in 1891, and dedicated to Lady Llewelyn. The composer is Mr. C. Tamlin-Ruthen, second assistant in the office of Mr. Bell, the Borough Surveyor. The publishers are A. Hirschmann & Co., of Newcastle- on-Tyne and South Shields- The piece was printed in Leipzig. For frontispiece it has a very effective view of the Mumbles Village and Light- house, and the portrait of a lassie (who, however, looks suspiciously like a laddy) in Welsh costume and steeple hat. The new valse is very character- istic of Welsh music, the minor key running through it and giving the melodies rather a full, pathetic and catching strain. The airs are pleas- ing and taking, and likely to become popular. We understand that the valse has been taken up locally with much patriotism, and is to be played by Mr. Hulley's County Band, the Police Band, and the Town Band. The Lady Mayoress of London, who has heard it performed, declares it to be a charming composition. EJIBEZZLING A SWANSEA TRADESMAN. — At Merthyr Polioe Court, on Monday, Jeremiah Edwards, traveller, Aberdare, was charged (before Mr. W. M. North, Stipendiary, and Mr. W. Smyth) with embezzling three sums of money which had been received by him for and on account of his employer, Howard Chenalls, general dealer, 47, Oxford-street, Swansea.—Thomas Thomas, under- ground labourer, 9, Cambrian-street, Merthyr, said he purchased two family Bibles from the prisoner and paid for each by three instalments. On the 17th of April he paid the prisoner jEl in settlement for the one, and on the 27th of July he paid him 18s. in settlement for the other. For those amounts the prisoner gave reoeipts, which he now handed in to the court.—Similar evidence was given.— Inspector Jennings said he apprehended the prisoner, under a warrant, at his residence on Friday night. He charged him with embezzling £1, and he said, I have been working for Chenalls for three years and I have paid him over £ 500."— Prisoner now confessed his guilt.—Inspector Town- send proved a previous conviction, and the Bench sent him to prison for three months with Lard labour.

"JUDAS MACCABEUS" AT THE ALBERT HALL. A BRILLIANT RENDERING OF A GRAND ORATORIO. On Monday evening, at the Albert Hall, Swan- sea, a grand concert took place, under most distinguished patronage, wheu Handel's famoua oratorio "Judas Maccabeus" was performed by the choir of Libanus Baptist Church, Cwmbwrla. Considerable interest was manifested in the concert, and as we ventured to predict last week, the large hall was crowded with an enthusiastic and expectant audience, including some of the leading families of the district. The arrangements were adiniiabie, and reflected the highest possible credit upon t e hard-working committee. A gratifying feature of the interesting event was that all the artisVs were local, with the exception of Miss Florence Bethel, a fact which did much to enhance the popularity of the concert. We can imagine that tile task of drawing up the programme for this occasion was one of difficulty, because of a bewildering embarassmeut of riches; but the difficulty was overcome by all concerned, and a grand and brilliant musical success was scored. The artistes who assisted were Mr. Ben Davies, the famous and popular tenor; Miss Florence Bethel, the Australian topiano; Miss H. M. Jones, the favourite aud successful contralto; Mr. David Hughes, bass; organist (Mr. D. T. WiIliamf); leader of the orchestra (Mr. W. F. Huttey) and conductor (Mr. David Griffiths), in whom implicit confiience was placed. With such a galaxy of talent, it is no wonder that "Judas Maccabeus'' was rendered in a style which elicited enthusiastic plaudits, and won the deepest admiration. It was evident that Mr. Griffiths had worked hard with his choir to have brought it to the state of perfection in which it showed itself, and the same may be said of Mr. W. F. Hulley and his excellent orchestra, which was composed as follows :— 1st Violins: Messrs. W. F. Hulley (leader), L. Atkins, E. Davies. A. Ingram, Miss Fricker, H. Tun bridge. —3nd Violins: Messrs. W. H. Hoare, (principal), E. Pounrl, Beasant, J. Hewson, A. Brown, Master Rouse.— Violas: Messrs. F. Tunbridne. t. S. C. Moss, A. Webster, J. Hoare.- Violoncello Messrs. F, Hutton, Sims. A. E, Siedle. W. Lewis.—Double Bass: Messrs. W. A. Smith, A. Bowles, W. Griiffths.—Flutes: Messrs. E. Barnett, J. Pryor.—Oboes: Mr. R. Purse, Dr. W. Morgan.— Clarionets: Messrs. J. Sa i uel, S. J. Powell.—Bassoon Mr. W. G. Sing.—Trumpet: Mr. R. Hawkes.— Trombone: Mr. T. Rees.—Bass Trombone Mr. U. Hall. — Tympani: Mr. Walters. The overture was exceedingly well rendered, and as the choir rose to sing the chorus, Mourn, ye afflicted children," a dead silence reigned over the vast assembly. Loud and enthusiastic applause greeted the completion of the chorus, and all were satisfied that the choral renditions would in themselves be a treat, especially as this was only a sample of what was to come. Mr. Ben Davies, who was cordially received, was heard to rare advantage in "Well may our sorrows," and also in a duet with Miss Florence Bethel. Mr. D. Hughes unmistakeably showed that he was in fine voice in the first recitative and air which he had to interpret, and his fine resonant voice was much admired. In the concluding aria, "Arm, arm ye brave," he fairly brought down the house. The appearance of Miss Hannah Jones with Miss Bethel in the duet Come, ever smiling liberty was the signal for loud applause. The popular Swansea contralto is certainly improving her voice is as sweet and powerful as ever, and she acquitted herself throughout with remarkable taste and effect. It was in the duet and chorus Hail Judea, happy land," that Miss Jones and Miss Bethel were heard at their best. The florid passages were beauti- fully executed, and when the choir joined in the power and volume was simply grand. Mr. David Hughes was vociferously encored for his splendid rendition of "The Lord worketh wonders." and he politely bowed his acknowledgement. A keen interest was displayed in "Sound an alarm," a very difficult but fine air sung by Mr. Ben Davies. The famous tenor did the composition fair justice, and he met with shouts of applause from every side.^ The duet "We never, never will bow down" was rendered with much taste and skill by Miss Bethel and Miss H. M. Jonee, who were accorded well-deserved and enthusiastic plaudits. The subsequent chorus was grandly interpreted by the choir. The melody was perfect, the sonorousness of the voices could not be improved upon, and the power of the piece was brought out with afire and enthusiasm which created a deep impression. Miss Hannah Jones was next heard in the air "Father in Heaven," and met with the encomiums of her many admirers. It was in the air So shall the lute and harp awake," that Miss Florence Bethel excelled her- self. The chorus of 50 children "See the conquering hero comes," was admirably rendered, the harmony and precision being all that could be desired. The same may be said of the chorus of maidens and also of the full chorus of this grand composition. The rendition of "The Coaquering Hero" by the full choir met with a storm of applause, and calls for an encore which could not be denied. The chorus was repeated, and loud were the expressions of delight and admiration on every hand. The duet Oh lovely peace with plenty crowned," by Miss Jones and Miss Bethel, was charmingly sung; indeed, this may be said to be the gem of the evening, and received its due meed of applause, the two artistes doing one of the finest duets ever com- posed full justice. Mr. D. Hughes followed with "Rejoice oh! Judah," which he gave with deep fervour, the oratorio concluding with the Hallelujah, Amen chorus. The vast audience left the hall highly pleased, and many were the expressions of hope that "Judas Maccabeus" will be again shortly performed in Swansea. We congratulate the soloists, choir, orchestra, leader aad conductor upon the brilliant success they scored on Monday. A word of praise is due to Mr. John Evanaand Mr. Jacob Knight for their zealous efforts in making the arrangements so perfect. The choir, orchestra and artistes were generously supplied with refreshments by Mr. W. Lewis, grocer, High-street. The decorations were entrusted to Messrs. B. Evans and Co., Temple-street. It is worthy of remark that practically the whole of the members constituting the choir that rendered the oratorio are members of the choir of one ohapel-the Lihuiua Baptist Chapel, Cwmbwrla.

SWANSEA COUNTY COURT. TUESDAY. [Before His Honour Judge Gwilym Williams.] The usual monthly court opened this morning, and the whole day was occupied in dealing with a vast number of judgment summonses, both before bis Honour Judge Williams, and also before the Registrar (S. Home, Esq.) WEDNESDAY. [Before His Honour Judge Gwilym Williams.] PHILLIPS V. WILLIAMS.—This was a claim for .£4 10s., for contract work done at the Coffee Tavern, PoDtarduUis, brought by the plaintiff, Mr. S. P. Phillips, builder and contractor, against the defendant, Mr. Daniel Williams.—Mr. George T. Phillips, manager, proved undertaking the contract to do some house decorating at the coffee tavern for the plaintiff, the account ot which had been tendered to the defendant, who had paid a portion of it, but disputed the balance, which was now claimed.—His Honour gave verdict for the plaintiff, with costs. Mr. Edwin Davies appeared for the plaintiff, and the defendant was represented by Mr. Jenkins. BOORD v. BATH.—This was a claim for £4118s. 9d. for goods supplied by the plaintiffs, Messrs. J. Boord and Company, cement manufacturers, Bridgwater, to the defendant, Mr. Edward Bath, Swansea. Mr. Reed (Reed and Cook), Bridgwater, appeared for the plaintiffs, and Mr. Villiers Meager (instruoted by Messrs. Davies and Ingram) repre- sented the defendant. There was a counter-claim and set-off, amounting altogether to £2814s.-From the facts adduced, it was gathered that defendant, on three separate occasions, ordered some cement from the plaintiffs, to be delivered free on board at Swansea. The first consignment was made in May, 1839, and was fouud to be alright, though there was a question as to the return of the bags. In October, 1889, a further ten tons was supplied to the defendant, but though a com- munication accompanied the first order which partook Of the nature of a sample, inviting the defendant to test the cement, and to give notice if anything was wrong, and which resulted in no complaint being made, the defendant soon after receiving the eecond lot of cement wrote to the plaintiffs complaining of the worthless value of it tor the work iu which he wanted to use it, viz: making artificial stone. Defendant saw the plain. tiff's traveller about it, and though the latter offered to take the cement back uothing was done in the matter until the defendant put in a counter. claim for loss sustained by the delay caused in using about two tons of the cement. A third consign. ment was sent to the defendant after lie became the secretary and architect of the Swansea Arcade Company, and for this the defendant asserted that the Company was liable.—James Cbannon, the plaintiff's traveller, deposed to ooliciting the orders from the defendant and subsequently having frequent interviews with a view to the settlement of the claim..—By Mr. Meager: He knew nothing whatever of the Swansea Arcade Company, not did he ever agree that the detective cement should be transferred to them, to whom he would look for payment.—W. Webber, plaintiff's manager, proved attending to the orders, and of subsequently submitting accounts.—Edward Bath, the defend- ant, was then examined on the counter-claim, and gave evidence of the delay occasioned by using two tons of the second order of cement, which turned out to be worthless for what he reqaired it for. Defendant submitted that Mr. Chanson was aware that the cement last ordered was fer the Arcade Company, though he admitted he ordered it in his own name, as in the first case.—Evidence of ex- perts having been taken as to the value of the cement, which was unfit for making artificial stone, hia Honour held that defendant was liable for the whole of the oement, though he allowed a reductien of 12s. 6d. for the eight tons of defective quality. After considering each of the various items, judgment was given on the claim for jE29 Os. 9d., and the counter claim tor jE15 8s. 7d. and costs. [Before a Jury. j SWANSEA TRAMWAY CO. v. DAWSON.—This was an action for damages brought by the parents of Joseph Dawson, residing at Vincent-street, for injuries sustained to their son, a lad 10 years of age, who was knocked down by defendants' tramcar when opposite Northampton place on July 31st, the result et alleged negligence on the part of the driver. Mr. Villiers Meager (instructed by Mr. Viner Leeder) appeared for the plaintiffs, and Mr. W. R. Smith represented the defendants. From the opening statements it appeared that the lad was standing on the tram line with a basket of clothes just as two trams were about to pass each other, one going in the direction of the Hospital and the other going towards Gower.street. Whilst he was so standing the car No. 22, which was going towards the Hospital, knocked him down, the hind wheel passing over his arm. The lad was at once conveyed to the Hospital, where he was detained for eleven weeks and was afterwards treated as an oat-patient for some time. The lad, Joseph Dawson, corroborated. The parents were thea examined, after which a coachman named Woirell, who witnessed the occurrence, stated that the boy at the time of the accident appeared to be standing on the footpath when he was knocked down by the cross-bar of the car. Br. Gray, medical officer at the Swansea Hospital, stated that when Dawson was admitted to that institution witness found him suffering from a compound fracture of the arm, the bones protruding through the skin. The vein of the arm was also injured. Witness was of opinion that the boys's arm would never be so strong as before the accident, though it was now quite well. For the defence Mr. Smith contended that there had been no evidence of negligence on the part of the driver of tram No. 22, and the plaintiffs could not therefore claim damages until that was proved. Reynolds, the driver, was ex- amined and stated that he could not see the boy as the steps leading to the top hid him from view. Just before pulling up in Northampton- place the horses were only going at a quiet trot. (At this stage one of the jury answered a question addressed to the witness, when his Honour re- minded them that it was their duty to listen, and to ask questions afterwards. He was sorry to say so, but he had noticed that the jury had several times been conversing with each other while the witness was in the box and could hear them. His Honour thought the function of the jury was simply to listen, forming their own conclusion of the evidence and put questions afterwards.) Otherevi- dence was then given showing that the car No. 22 was only proceeding at an ordinary rate. His Honour, in summing up, observed that if they found the driver guilty of negligence it would render his employers liable for damages. On the part of the plaintiff's evidence there was one, if not two allegations of negligence (1) the driver in not having exercised proper look-out while driving along the streets, and (2) that he was driving at a pace dangerous to life and limb. He thought it right that the jury should take into consideration all the surrounding circumstances. A pace of 6 or 7 miles an ihour on the Mumbles-road tor instance would not be considered dangerous, though it might be in a public street. The defence was that the child contributed to the negligence by walking back- wards off the pavement, not taking that proper and reasonable care in crossing the thoroughfare. Every person or vehicle bad a right to the use of a public way subject to the convenience and safety of others. The three points to be considered were, Was the defendant guilty of negligence when the accident happened? Did the boy contribute to that negligence? If so, could the driver have pre. vented the accident by exercising a reasonable care? Adverting to the question of damages, his Honour aaked the jury not to allow their sympathies to influtnee them in their verdict. The jury, after an absence of about twenty minutes, found for the plaintiffs on two of the points, but thought the boy contiibuted to the negligence. Damages were given at JE25 and costs for the piaintiff. JONES V. GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY COM- PANY.—The plaintiff in this case, David William Jones, a flannel manufacturer, of Pencader, sued the Great Western Company for JE15 for detention of some flannel sent by plaintiff from Neath to Swansea en route for the November Llangyfelaeh fair. Mr. Villiers Meager (instructed by Mr. T. R. Richards) appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr. W. R. Smith represented tha Railway Company. From the evidence it appears that the bale of flannel was sent on to Landore instead of Swansea, and that in consequence of being a day late at the fair plaintiff could not find a ready sale for it. Plaintiff had labelled the flannel "Swansea" but that was scratched out and the word "Landore" written instead. Mr. Smith observed that the Company were anxious to know whether or not the label had been tampered with, about which every inquiry was being made. Further evidence having been adduced as to the correct weight of the goods, his Honour found a verdict for plaintiff for £7 10s. and costs. THURSDAY. [Before his Honour Judge Gwilym Williams.] RE DENIS O'SULLIVAN.—Mr. W. R. Smith, on behalf of Mr. Denis O'Sullivan (lately trading as Jose, Ford and Co.), applied for bankrupt's discharge. Mr. Villiers Meager appeared for the trustees, who did not oppose the applica- tion.—The Official Receiver reported that the date of the Receiving Order was August 27th, 1891. The statement of deficiency showed liabilities amounting to £3,421 and assets amounting to JE2,207, and a dividend of lis. in the £ was expected to be paid. The bankrupt did not appear to have committed any acts of misdemeanour, though within three months preceding the date of the Keciving Order, when the bankrupt was unable to pay his debts, he did give undue preference to one of his creditors by purchasing 200 tons of brimstone from a firm in Messina, and for which an accept- ance for .£905 had been payable in three months, a proceeding which his Honour had held to be fraudulent The bankrupt acquired the business of Jose, Ford and Co. in 1884, and besides loss in business, he had since that time been mulcted in a sum of JE1,150, consequent upon an action for libel. But as the estate was not fully realised, the Official Receiver recommended that the applica- tion for discharge be adjourned. The question of an appeal against the verdict of his Honour, which had been heard before the Queen's Bench, but in which the judges disagreed, and gave leave for a further appeal, was then placed before his Honour, but in consequence of the time allowed to lodge the appeal not having yet expired, his Honour adjourned the hearing of the motion until the next court.—Mr. Meager then moved that a sum of JE74, at present deposited in the bank as rent, be paid to the trustee. Mr. | Meager understood that the sum was admitted but as far as he could see, the burden of proof was for Mr. David Lewis (who appeared for the respondents, Messrs. Pascoe Grenfell and Co.) to show the validity of a set-off amounting to J635, claimed as damages in respect of a cargo of sulphate of copper.—After hearing the argu- ments, his Honour gave judgment for £20 on the counter-claim, the balance in favour of Mr. Meager. Directly the Court resumed after luncheon, Mr. Atherley Jones, M.P., moved to set aside a decision of the trustee in re Denis O'Sullivan, a proof of Mr. Tom F. Hitchins' for JE250 10s. 8d. Mr. Villiers Meager (instructed by Mr. T. R. Richards) opposed the motion. Mr. Atherley Jones stated that Mr. Hitchins carried on busi- ness in London as a metal broker, and, from time to time, he purchased, on behalf of Mr. Denis O'Sullivan (trading as Jose, Ford and Co.), copper from various dealers in London. On the 24th June, 1891, he purchased fifty tons, at JE56 17s. 6d. per ton, according to the instructions of the bankrupt. On the 17th July, 1891, a further quantity, to the extent of 25 toils, was purchased, at £5412, 6d. perlton. According to the usual practice of the Metal Exchange, a con- tract note was sent by both parties who were mem- bers of the committee of Exchange, and one of the terms or conditions of the agreement or contract was this In the event of one of the parties becoming unable to pay his debts,' then, and in that case, the broker shall be entitled, or com- petent, to sell the goods and debit aid credit as the case may be, his principal, with the loss or profit upon the transaction." Subsequently a letter was written by Mr. O'Sullivan announcing his bankruptcy, and the broker proceeded to sell the goods which resulted in a loss upon the trans- action of £2bO 10s. 8 3. Mr. Meager submitted that it devolved upon his friend to show that the copper had been actually bought and sold for Mr. Denis O'Sullivan.—Mr. Hitchins was then lengthily examined, and put in documents showing that the contract was entered into for the purchase of copper which was sold on "settlement" day whereby the loss was sustained. His Honour ordered that the claim be paid subject to a reduction of £3 2s. 6d., the difference in price of 25 tons of copper entered by mistake on the books. DAVIES T. THOMAS.—This was an action for damages, amounting to £50, brought by the plaintiff, Harry Davies, of 62, Carmarthen-road, Swansea, against the defendant, Mr. George Thomas, landlord, for alleged illegal distraint in February last. Mr. R. T. Leyson ap- peared for the plaintiff, and Mr. W. R. Smith for the defendant.—The plaintiff stated that on the day in question he examined the locks of his house and found that they had been damaged. On the following day (Sunday) the defendant, who occupied a portion of the same house, came to the plaintiff and commenced brushing plaintiff's beard about. He also hit him, and gave him a nice black eye." Defendant then said "I have 20 pounds of dynamite and 28 men. and there's ten minutes for you to clear out, or I will blow you and the roof up above." (Loud laughter.) The next day (Monday) the defendant removed plaintiff's goods from the house. He paid no rent to Mr. Thomas. —At this stage Mr. Smith applied for an adjourn- ment, on the ground that he had been slightly mis-instructed as to the dates, which was granted. WILKIE v. POWELL.—This was an action for J650 damages for injuries sustained by the falling of a door on the son of the plaintiff, Walter Trevor Wilkie, of 4, Crole-street, against William Powell, landlord of the Tenby Hotel, Walter- road. Mr. R. T. Leyson w*s for the plaintiff, and Mr. W. R. Smith for the defendant.—From the facts it appeared that the plaintiff's boy, aged four years, was passing near a store belonging to the defendant, when the door fell upon him, fracturing his leg, which necessitated his being conveyed to the Hospital. The door appeared to have been loose on its hinges, and at the time of the accident somebody was at work inside the store.—The plaintiff, Mr. Wilkie, stated that ho had aeen the defendant with respect to the accident, and the defendant admitted that he was aware the door was broken, and added that he would have had it repaired but the joiners had been so busy.—Other evidence having been called, his Honour assessed the damages at ten guineas half-fees allowed. TAYLOR v. SWANSEA PAVILION COMPANY.— The point involved in this case was whether directors' fees could be set-off against calls on shares, and whether calls could be garnisheed. Mr. Meager (instructed by Messrs. Davies and Ingram) appeared for the plaintiff, Samuel Taylor, formerly a director of the defendant company, which was represented by Mr. Glassbrook Richards. It appeared from the evidence that the plaintiff, having obtained judgment against the defendants, sought to recover that sum through the garnishee, Mr. Evan Francis Daniel, who owed the company a sum of .£75, in respect of unpaid calls on shares. For the defence it was urged that Mr. Daniel was owed for directors' fees a sum more than was due to the company. Judgment was reserved.

"MISSIONS TO SEAMEN." A MOST SUCCESSFUL ANNUAL MEETING. A large gathering assembled at the Albert Hall last evening, on the occasion of theannaal meeting of the Swansea Branch of the Missions to Seamen Society." Admiral Sir Algernon Lyons, K.C.B. presided, and was supported by the Revs. G- F. Wilson, M.A. (Superintendent of the Parent Society), W. E. Dixon^Chaplain of Bristol), who attended as a deputation, Canon Smith, M.A., and the Rev. E. J. Wolfe (Chaplain at Swansea. Previous to the meeting, an excellent tea, pro- vided by Mr. Biddle, Wind-street, was partaken of and thoroughly enjoyed by a large number. At intervals during the subsequent meeting Messrs. G. Jones and J. Austin, Mrs. Tiley, Mrs. Austin and Mrs. Anthony rendered some sacred sougs, while the St. Nicholas Church choir was also in attendance. Miss Kate Thomas acted as an efficient accompanist. The spacious hall was tastefully decorated with streamers, having appro- priate devices, The Rev. E. J. Wolfe read the summary of the report, which showed, among other items that 7,250 visits had been made to ships by the mission workers during the year 1891, in our port, and a sum of £138 18s. 7d. had been collected during the year from the various churches, out of which sum £43 10s. was devoted to voluntary societies. (Applause). The chairman, who on rising was loudly applauded, said he thought that the excellent and interesting report just read showed that the mission had an efficient organisation in Swansea (applause). After having briefly referred to his 40 years' experience with the sea, during whioh time he had been able to see the good work done by the Society, he went on to say that they would clearly see the importance of the seaman, when they considered that England almost entirely depended upon other countries, not only for the comfoits that were enjoyed nowadays, but almost for the absolute necessaries of life. (Applause.) The "Missions to Seamen" were solely maintained by private contributions, and though the appeals had been nobly responded to, yet the funds for its efficient working often fell short. In conclusion he thought he was right in saying that Swansea was the first large port that built a seamen's church—and the mission were very fortunate in having secured the services of a chaplain so able and energetic as Mr. Wolfe. (Applause.) Tiie Rev. G. F. Wilson next addressed the meet- ing and after thanking the large assembly for their interest iu the work, expressed his gratitude to the clergy of Swansea for the support they had accorded the mission, adding that the Committee iu Loudon did not fail to appreciate the zealous work done in Swansea although it was so far away, (applause). He then dwelt upon the good christian work that the mission accomplished among the seamen, and concluded by asking all present to act up to the following motto" Do all the good you can, to all the people you can, in all the ways you ean and as long as you can." (applause). The Rev W. E. Dixon then addressed the meeting, and spoke of the benefits resulting from the efforts of the mission that had come under his own observation whilst he had been the chaplain at Bristol. In dealing with a few successful phases of the work, he remarked upon the alteration made in the character of the church services, which, when the mission was started, was exclusively for sailors afloat, though it was now extended to work on shore, doing its work in a manner which put some of the other churches to shame. He said it with all reverence. In conclusion, he dwelt upon the I efforts of the Lay Helpers' Association and Rescue Work in connection with the mission, at the same time making an earnest appeal for a helping hand to carrying on the work of de- creasing the vice and immorality which was so prevalent in our ports. (Applause). On the motion of Canon Smith, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded the chairman and deputa- tion, while those who had assisted in the general arrangements and at the tea table were extended a similar compliment. The proceedings terminated by the singing of I the National Anthem.

It is practically settled that Mr. H. M. Stanley is to go out to the Congo in the interest of the Independent State before the close of the year, and will remain there for a lengthened period. DEATH OP MR. E. GWYN JONES, NEATH.—We regreo to announce the death of Mr. E. Gwyn Jones, solicitor, Neath, which took place at the residence of his father, Queeu-streefc, Neath, early on Thmsday morning. The deceased gentleman, who was only 28years of age and had been articled to the late Mr. Curtis, had been in practice at j Neath for about four years. He was very popular in football ciroletlud was genemlljihlglilj esteemed.

"A DEVOTED CHURCHMAN," "ST. SAMLET," "JUSTICE," C. H. EVANS, AND OTHERS.— Your letters received with thanks; they shall appear next week. An article relative to the Rev. E. Clarke, Christ Church, is also held over this week for want of space, as well as a lecture on Water," delivered by the Rev. J. Phillips at the Royal Institution on Saturday evening last.

DANGER ON THE SOUTH DOCK SEA-WALL. TO THE EDITOR OF "THE CAMBRIAN." SIR,—You have recently been publishing interest- ing extracts from deeds and documents referring to the ownership and legal transfer, &c., &c., of the property outside the South Dock, known as the Swansea Foreshore. I do not go into the question of the ownership, but I desire to call public atten- tion to the very considerable danger which now exists by reason of the unprotected nature of the sea-wall. From time to time I have seen reports in the newspapers of accidents which have occurred to unwary pedestrians. Several of them have fallen over the edge of the wall to the stony sands beneath, and have been very seriously injured. Last night I took it into my head to walk that way from the neighbourhood of Paxton-street to the West Pier. The night was not a very dark one, but there was such an absence of light in the sky as to necessitate a good deal of caution in walking. Passing through Paxtoa-street, and by the end of the London & North Western engine sheds, I felt my way over the rough ground with a stick, looking carefully ahead all the while. I knew of the danger, I knew that people had fallen over the quay wall, and I was wary but with all my wariness I came within a foot or so of falling over myself. This was due. not to a want of caution, but actually to an optical illusion. It seemed to me, as clearly as anything ever was seen by me in my life, that the edge of the quay wall was some twenty or thirty yards ahead of me, whereas in fact I was, as I have said, within a foot of its edge. At that moment the edge was completely hidden by the semi-darkness, or the light mist, while the line where the smooth sand of the beach joins the dark seaweeds and pebbles outside created the illusion I refer to. Thanking Heaven for my escape from a sudden fall of something like thirty feet, which may have broken one's neck or lamed one for life, I heard voices. Several men came running towards me, and I heard voices of others on the sands below. Where is he ? Where is he ? they cried. Then at length, Oh here ke is." These allusions were not to me, but to a poor fellow, who, being a little less wary than myself, had actually fallen over the wall to the sands beneath. There were no means at that spot, nor at any spot within a quarter of a mile or more, of getting down to the sandy beach, and, as my time was limited, I was obliged to hurry away. I know not whether the poor fellow was killed, or whether be had any bones broken, but there were several kiadly men around him who seemed able and willing to render any assistance necessary, or to carry him to the Hospital. My purpose in writing this letter is to call public attention to this very serious danger. As the Spring and Summer evenings come on, large num- bers of people like to walk in that direction. The Swansea Corporation ought to see to it that a rail or some other protection is placed at the edge of this very dangerous sea-wall.—Yours faithfully, Swansea, March 24th. SEASIDES.

MR. STEAD'S PROPOSED CIVIC CHURCH. DR RAWLINGS MAKES A TENTATIVE EFFORT TOWARDS SUCH AN ORGANIZA- TION. TO THE EDITOR OF "THE CAMBRIAN." 818,-1 have been asked many times during the last few weeks whether there is to be any concrete result from Mr. Stead's visit. Those who heard him, or read the very good reports of the meeting which appeared in the local journals, may recollect that the main idea of his address was, that the Christian Church in every district ought to be so unified that it might, at seasonable times, speak with an authoritative voice on many questions that touch the public weal. He would have the collective Christian conscience of our town organised into a visible body, having, as the reason of its existence, the responsibility of seeing that whenever there was an evil which could be abated, and had been abated else- where, the whole allied forces of the conscience of the community were set against it." This "Civic Church" or "Centre," this "spiritual counterpart of the Town Council, as he calls it somewhere, should gather into itself all the most powerful moral influence of the community, and be thoroughly in touch with all the institutions which make up the sum of the endeavour made to raise and improve the life of the town. Thus religion, philanthropy, politics, the municipal, educational, industrial, and recreative forces of the town must all have representation, yet the members, when acting together, must be colour- blind to purely party politics on denominational distinctions. Mr. Stead's proposal, in the main, seems to me of grea.t practical value. Such an organisation as he sketches presents to my, it may be, sanguine vision, splendid possibilities of direct and reflex benefit. It would not clash with the work of the Churches, indeed it ought to greatly help the spread of true religion by assisting to remove or lessen many hindrances. Its concern would be chiefly with the moral, intellectual, and physical well-being of the people. It would live for the betterment, in these senses, of the whole of our people. Mr. Stead laid out specific ways in which the energy of this collective moral force might act in the restraint or stimulus of local public bodies, and in the formation of a wise public opinion. His illustrations might have been multiplied many times. Had such a body existed in Swansea years ago it would naturally have urged the early adoption of the Free Libraries' Act and the passage of the Sunday Closing Act. It would have had something to say on the now pressing question of the early closing of shops, may I not also say ?—of clubs. Every wise effort for the better housing of the poor, for a six days' week of work for our post, tram and cab- men, for the restriction te the utmost possible limit of Sunday labour in the works, and for the vigorous enforcement of the existing laws for the suppression of vice, would have the sympathy and powerful aid of this "Christian Council" or Citizen's Committee." But I must not suffer my pen to run on thus. I am told that this is a pretty, but impossible ideal. Party spirit, of one sort or another, runs too high in Swansea. Church- men and Nonconformists, Liberals and Tories. would never meet thus for a time to forget their party Shibboleths, to forward ends that ought not to belong to any party. I will not believe that that this is an untealisable ideal until an effort has been made, and that effort has proved a failure. If we cannot get unanimity of opinion and action, especially amongst men calling themselves Christian, in a great many questions that tenderly touch the well-being of the people, then our Christianity is little better than an empty name, at any rate it cannot be "the Christianity of Christ." I am fully aware that the strain would sometimes be great. Much self-repression would be called for, much thought- ful consideration for each other's special suscepti- bilities, a spirit of genuine philanthropy would be essential. Thus, to hold such outwardly diverse elements together, the strongest tie would be necessary, and the most powerful moral leverage required to raise them above the selfish considerations and the petty ambitions that tend to spoil so many of our public efforts. I frankly say that I fear only Christian companion and a sense, a vivid sense, of true Christian brotherhood would be motive force and link strong enough to maintain this proposed organisation in vigorous and united life. But whether it shall be, if it comes to be born, the Swansea "ChristianCouncil," using the word Christian in its natural sense, or whether it shall be a "Citizen's Committee," is a question I do not desire to raise now. That will have to be discussed again. Now for the imme- diate object of this letter. Will all my fellow- townsmen, or indeed towns-women, who are willing to give practical help in an effort to realise Mr. Stead's proposals, send me, at once, post-card or letter, with full name and address enclosed? The more varied the response the better. The help of all classes is what will give the greatest moral momentum to the effort. If the response is such as to give me a hope that an influential town movement is possible, steps shall be taken to summon all who reply (either to myself or to the Editor of The Cambrian) for fuller discussion, and, if thought advisable, for the immediate creation of a Council.—I am, yours very truly, JOHN ADAMS RAWLINGS. Preswylfa, March 24, 1892.

THEATRE ROYAL, TEMPLE-STREET. — We would draw special attention to the treat in store during the coming week at this popular theatre, when the great Drury Lane drama, "Amy Robsart," will be performed by Mr. John F. Preston's celebrated company, in whose hands, doubtless, Mr. Andrew Halliday's great work will neither lose its value nor its reputation. Miss LeweiaDaviea, a young Welsh lady who is studying at the Royal Academy of Music, seems to be having quite a pbeuomenal success there. She quite recently won the Macfarren Scholarship, and has now followed up that success by winning the Santley prize. It is said that Madame Patti has had the greatest success in Signor Mascheroni's song, For All Eternity," and she has commissioned the same composer to have an Ave Maria ready for her on her return. One of the old customs kept up at Craig-y-Nos is that of the "Curfew." When ready to retire, Madame Patti presses the now common electric bell, land her couvre-feu is immediately run? out on a large gong kept for that purpow.—jc/to.

GLAMORGAN COUNTY COUNCIL BYE-ELECTIONS. SKETTY AND TIRDEUNAW DIVISIONS. The seat rendered vacant by the raising of Sir H. H. Vivian, Bart., to the Aldermanship is being contested. The chief candidate is Alderman Thomas Freeman, who has every appearance of being successful. In matters of this sort, however, friends must not neglect or relax effort. Mr. Freeman is indisputably one of the ablest, shrewdest and promptest public men in South Wales. He is alike ex- perienced in practical and in administrative affairs, and his return to the County Council would be a distinct gain to that body. In our advertising columns of to-day will be found the addresses of Mr. Robert Armine Morris, of West Cross, and Mr. Francis Richard Crawshay, Sketty Court, Sketty, who offer themselves for the seat on the Glamorgan County Council, rendered vacant by the elevation of Mr. John Powell to the aldermanic chair. Both gentlemen have found consider- able favour in the Sketty Division in putting forward their claims for the representation of so important a district, and there is every probability that the contest will be a keen one, and will be watched with deep interest throughout the county. Mr. R. Armine Morris is heir to one of the oldest leading families in the district; he has large personal interests in the place, and as a County Magistrate he ren- dered much valuable service in County affairs before the creation of the County Council. His intelligence and splendid business capabilities fit him in every way for the seat which he aspires to secure. Mr. Francis Richard Crawshay also belongs to an old and eminent family, and is thoroughly in favour of full powers being given to County Councils for the government of our own affairs. In politics he is a strong Liberal. Mr. Crawshay possesses high business aptitudes, and there is no doubt that he would make a good representative. We commend the perusal of these gentlemen's addresses to the Sketty Division voters. A public meeting was held at the Bryn Chapel, Sketty, on Wednesday evening last, in connection with the County Council election for the Sketty Division. Mr. C. H. Perkins presided, and the meeting was addressed by Capt. F. R. Crawshay, Mr. R. A. Morris, Mr. Fred. Richards, and Mr. Philip Richard.- Capta.in Crawshay, in the course of his address, said that it was full time for Wales to move if she wanted to get anything for herself. We should get nothing if we sat idle and let English people take the lead. He would be very happy to answer any questions that might be put to him.-Mr. R. Armine Morris, who was enthusiastically received, said that he had come before them as a thoroughly independent candidate. (Applause). Referring to the question of allotment, he said he was in favour of the County Council having power to ac- quire land compulsorily—(applause)—and there should be some simple plan of registration in order to afford a cheap transfer of the land. He expressed his views with reference to the question of Leasehold Enfranchisement and Perpetual Lease. This was a matter, he said, which he bad always been in favour of, and he should like to see an Act of Parliament passed which would prohibit any landlords letting his land for any shorter term than in perpetuity. He was opposed to tithes, and said be would like to see the Act of 1891 done away with. (Applause.) He wan in favour of Home Rule for Wales, and he thought he County Councils ought to have the control of he Police. In conclusion, Mr. Morris said that he had lived amongst them for over twenty- two years. Addresses were also delivered by Mr. Fred. Richards, Mr. Philip Richard, and Captain Crawshay. It was moved by Mr. Philip Richard, and seconded by Mr. J. Corfield, that Mr. Robert Morris be selected as representative for the Sketty Division. Mr. Perkins put the proposition to the meeting, and after some interruption it was carried unanimously. A vote of thanks to the chairman, Mr. C. H. Perkins, proposed by Mr. R. A. Morris, and seconded by Captain F. R. Crawshay concluded the meeting.

At a recent ball in Berlin, Lady Ermyntrude Malet is said to have worn B50,000 worth of diamonds on her dress. The Duke of Cambridge is to arrive at Exeter on Tuesday, May 23, and on the morning of the following day H.R.H. will review the Royal North Devon Hussars and the 1st Devon Yeomanry at Haldon. DEPUTY LIEUTENANTS OF GLAMORGAN.—The London Gazette of Tuesday night contains th& following commissions signed by the Lord- Lieutenant of the County of Glamorgan Sir Wm. Thomas Lewis, knight, to be deputy-lieutenant; Edward Rice Daniel, Esq., to be deputy-lieuten- ant; Charles Henry Williams, Esq., to be deputy- lieutenant; and Henry Lewis, Esq., to be deputy- lieutenant.

.=1 LOCAL WEEKLY STOCK AND SHARE LIST, SUPPLIED BY STEPHEN P. WILLS. STOCKBROKER, 30, WIND STREfif, SWANSEA. RAILWAYS. Market Prices. Paid. Buyers. Sellers. Stock. Barry Dock & Railway Eloo 19J 192xall 10 ivhondda & Sw'sea Bay 10 6} 7i Stock. „ ,f Debent'sJ 100 lu3 £ 1041 Stock. Rhymnev 100 177 180 Stock. Taff Vale Divided Stock 1»0 71 72 BANKS. 20 B'stol & West of E iigi'd 1t \7\ ]8{ 60 Capital and Counties.. 10 34 35 3) Glamorganshire Ord'ry 2j 4$5 5 Glamorganshire Pref'ce 21 õt 5i 10 London and Provincial 5 2L»^ 20? 20 National Bank of Wales l J 17 £ 17 £ 20 South Wales L'aion 7 llj 12 MISCELLANEOUS. 25 Sw'sea Gas 7 £ per cent. 25 37 371 25 „ 7 „ 25 34 34 £ 10 Neath A" Watsrw'ks 10 16A 17± 10 D. Davies and Sans 10 12I 13* 10 Peorikyber Collitry 10 6 7 10 H H Vivian & Co. A" 8 4 5 Stock. Swansea Harb. 4 p. c. 100 96t 98 Stock. Swansea Corp'tion St'k 100 109 110 4 Swansea. Wagons 4 J t 3 Swansea Shipping 3 2\ 4 Swansea Merch'tShip'g 4 3I 4 10 Swansea Tramways 10 2j 2k 1 Swansea Coffee H'»e Co. 1 1 lj 1 Taylor and Companv, 1 4 Bank rate, 3 per cent.. fixed January 21st, 1892. SELLERS. Glamorganshire Bank Ordinary and Preference. South Wales Union Banks. National Bank of Wales. Weaver and Co. Ordinary. Rhondda and Swansea Bay Ordinaries. JEeoO Gloucester Wagon Bond. Bridgend Gas and Water. £ 370 Swansea Harbour 4 per cent. Bond. Swansea Shipping. Swansea Tramways. Swansea Wagons. Penrikyber Colliery Ordinaries. BUYERS. Swansea Gas. South Wales Union Banks. Rhondda Preference. Swansea Coffees. Anderson, Cox and Co.'s. Taylor and Co.'s Shares.

STEPHEN P. WILLS, Swansea. Date, Thursday, March 24th, 1892. Telegraphic Address, Wills, Swansaa."

BIRTHS. On March 21st, 1892, at 24, Trafalgar-place, Brynmill, Swansea, the wife of Henry Ashby, ot a son. DEATHS. On the 16th inst., at Monte Carlo, Willia"1 Harries Francis, of Mount Pleasant, Swansea aged 74. On the 19th inst., at 168, St. Helen'a-roa<J» Swansea, Peter Holway, aged 63 years, deepV regretted. Interred to-day (Friday) at Mumble Cemetery. On March 23rd, at 7, Calvert-street, Swansea, Jane, the beloved wife of John Davies. H0C death is mourned by a large circle of friends- Funeral, which is public for gentlemen only, to- morrow (Saturday), leaving Calvert-street for th" Cemetery at 2 o'clock. On the 21st inst., at Glasfryn, the Rev. EdmnO" George Williams, late Chaplain of H.M. prison. Swansea, in his 79th year. On the 22nd inst., at 73, Watkin-street, Marl. Smith, relict of the late Joseph Smith, painter, of this town, aged 78 years. Deep1' regretted. On the 20th inst., at 18, Heathfield-street. William Dyer (late Builder, of Swansea), aged'7* The deceased was the oldest District OSaoet connection with the Independent Order of O" fellows (Manchester Unity). On the 22nd March, 1892, at Skewen, Jenkins, relict of the late John Jenkins, daughter of the late William Kirkhouse, Esq-> Penralley, near Neath, in her 83rd year. „ On March 22nd, at Pant-y-Berllan, Cwmbra Mon., Jane Jones, the beloved wife of W. Thomas, aged 53..1. On 24th March, at 24, Queen-street, £ Ebenezer Gwyn Jones, solicitor (youngest so»> Henry Jones, iron founder), aged 27 years.. u On the 16th inst., at Hillsden, J William Edwin Matthews, J.P. for the CovaW Devon, in his 62nd year. 0 On the 18th March, at his residence, Blaena- Mon., after a short illness, John Worton, Gene Manager of the Blaenavon Co., Ltd., aged years. Printed by Steam Power, and Published ^T. CAMBRIAN NEWSPAPER COMPANY, the Office, No. 58, Wind-stroet, Swansea, County of G'amorg&n.—FBiDAT. MAKC. 25.