The Cambrian News and Merionethshire Standard

Carnarvonshire's Choice. MAJCU BREESE SELECTED COALITION CANDIDATE. MR. ELLIS -DAVIES DEFIANT. The political situation in Carnarovnshire is becoming more acute every day. The candi- dates are Maior Breese, Portmadoc (Coalition), and !vI:. Ellis Davies, Carnarvon (Liberal). Mr Ellis Davies has represented Eifion in Parlia- mtnt for many years; and one of the sensa- tions of the present campaign in his unexpected attack upon the Premier, and Mr. Lloyd George's scathing reply, stating that Mr Ellis Davies had been bitterly hostile to him throughout his administration. Though elected by a majority at !.he Carnarvon meeting on November 16-11, it. was asserted that Mr Davits selection was not authoritative inasmuch as the meeting was not thoroughly representative of the whole of the constituency and to revise what was described as the unconstitutional action of the old Arvon and Eivion Liberal Associations a number of prominent, members of the party caused meetings to -be held, at which Liberal electors were invited to vote upon candidates and appoint delegates to a ceiitral meeting, which took place on Saku day at Carnarvon. There was an attendance of about 200 men and women, of whom more than three-fourths were accredited delegates. Mr. T. W. Williams (Penygroes) was voted to the chair, and he was supported by Major Breese and Alderman W. J. Parrv, both of whom have for some time been spoken of as prospective Coalition candi- dates. Whereas a few districts had not sent any representatives at all, other places, such as Portmadoc, Penygroes, and Llanberis, had em- powered a large body of delegates to vote for Major Breese. The totSl absence of delegates for particular areas was explained in a note handed to the Chairman, to the effect that Mr. Ellis Davies had advised his friends not to take part in the meeting, and that he did not wish his name to go before the meeting, because the meeting had not been called by the officials of the two Liberal Associations. ("Oh!") I A preliminary discussion arose over the question whether the meeting should vote for a Coalition candidate or a Liberal candidate, and ultimately Mr. Wm. George moved thai they Ehould proceed to the election of a candi- date pledged to support the present Govern- ment. Mr. R. E. Jones (Llanberis) seconded the motion, which was supported by delegates from other districts, who stated definitely that they had been sent there to support the selection of a Coalition candidate. The motion was carried, there being only 1<2 dissentients. Mr. William J. Parry observed that the meeting had only one objeet, to uphold the hands of their great fellow-countryman, Mr. Lloyd George..(Cheers.) He was anxious to see Carnarvonshire united on that point, and *t; r he accordingly desired to withdraw his claims as a candidate in favour of Major Breese. „ Thereupon Captain Griffith (Pencaenewydd) proposed that Major Breese be the candidate, and this was seconded by Mr. T. W. Evans (Bettwsycoed). Mr. J. O. Roberts and Mr. Rd. Hughes, both of Cesarea, moved and seconded the name of Mr. R. T. Jones (secretary to the North Wales Quarrymen's Union), who, they said, was a Coalitionist, and had consented to his name being put forward in consequence of pressure brought to bear by the unions. Upon a division Major Breese obtained 133 votes and Mr R. T. Jones 5. The result was received with much cheering. In acknowledging the confidence which the meeting had reposed in him Major Breese said .that he had all his life been in touch with the true life of Wales, which had been in the mid- stream of Liberalism. He could then not. enter into details respecting policy. He, however, was a Liberal and always had been one, and he should never from his own free will deviate a singls iota from the principles which he held so dear. (Hear, hear.) He was pledged to support the Coalition "Government and our great Prim Minister—(cheers),—who was also the greatest Liberal and, he ventured to say, greatest liberator of our time. (Loud cheers.) Quring the campaign he would be prepared to .answer all questions to the best of his ability. He also would make not only a fair and a square light, but also a clean fight- (hear, hear)—and had no intention whatever t. deal with any red herrings that might be drawn artoss the path. MAJOR BREESE. Major Breese comes from a well known Liberal stock. His father was the late Mr. "Edward Breese. F.R.S.A., Portmadoc, who took a prominent part in bringing out the late Sir Love Jones-Parry, of Madryn, as Liberal can- didate for the countv in 1868. Major Breese is also a nebftew of the late Mr. David Williams, M P., of Deudraeth, and a cousin to Sir A. Os- mond Williams, Bart., formerly M.P. for Mer- icnethshire. His grandfather was the late Rev. John Bred e, a Congregational minister. Though upholding the political principles of all the above relatives, he is an out-and-out supports, of Mr. Lloyd George. He had done splendid work in the army and for the soldiers. He' is an antiquarian of repute, having spent large sums of money upon xploring and digging up Roman and Goedelic (Gwyddel) ruins at Djnas Emrys, Nant Gwynant, Yspytty, Penmorfa, and elsewhere ■ WELSH UNIVERSITY SEAT. At a meeting of Welsh graduates in Lordon, addressed by Dr. Fisher (President of the Board of Education), Mr. Herbert Lewis was! unanimously adopted candidate for the VIr el University seat. Several nomination papers were filled up in the room.

LLANDYSSUL. A lantern lecture given by the Rev. D. Wynne Evans, London, dealing with the life of our boys in the firing line, was much appreciated. The chair was taken by the R-ev. Ben Davies, (Ceng.) The proceeds were devoted towards the funds of the Y.M.C.A. The committee for the reception of soldiers have refrained from holding the reception meetings at present owing to influenza, but they hand the boys their cheques as usual. The Rev. D. Jones presided over the. monthly meeting of the Council. The supply of water for Henllan came under discussion, and it was decided to issue notices under the Public Health Act, 1878 upon Lieut Lewes, Llysnewydd, the owner of the house. The following members were appointed to form a sub-committee to con- sider the housing question.—iRev. D. Jones, (chairman); Messrs Owen Evans; S. James; J. O. James and Enoch Jones. At a meeting of the new Food Committee, the Rev. D Jones. Brynderw, Henllan, was ap- rvinted chairman, and Mr. Owen Evans, R.S.S., Brongest, vice-chairman. The executive officer, is Mr. Jam, Jones, of Messrs Evans, Thomas, and Jones, solicitors.

BARMOUTH. Messrs Rees Jones and Henry Freeman have collected R67 towards the R.W.F. prisoners of war fund. Sympathy is extended to Mrs. J. Jones, Bal- moral House, in the death of her mother which occurred last week. The local branch of the Comrades of the Great War have elected Dr J. R. Heath pre- sident; Captain J. J. Griffith, vice-pre- sident, and Comrade John Garnett secretary. Steps 'ar« being ta"kcn to form a social club. # BARMOUTH COUNTY SCHOOL GOVERNORS. Barmouth County School Governors met on Monday, present, Mr. John Roberts, chairman; Mrs. Gwvnoro Davies, Miss Elsie Jones; the Rev R. Llovd Roberts; the Rev. E. Jones Ed. wards: Messrs. Edward Williams, W7. Johns; and Mr. R. Llewelyn Owen, clerk. The Finance Committee recommended that the. salaries, of the following teachers should be — increased:—Mr John Lloyd, M.A., £ 220; Miss Mary Davids. B.A., £ 170; Miss S. Jones, £ 140; Miss A istin, £ 160; Mr. A. J. Hewins, £ 35; and Mr. R. Ltew-lvn Owen ;230.-Tlic recommenda- tion = v.-er-e adopted. rrh. i-"nation of Mr. W. Watkin Davies, B.A.. as temporary teacher was accepted with re?ret —The Rev. E .Tones said the pppils spoke most highly of Mr. Davies as an excellent teacher "in history and literature. The following gifts to the school were re- ported Framed rllc,to, of the late Mr. W. .1. Morris <1IF1 Mr. 0 W. Morris. Glanglasfor, i. .T, I bv Mrs Williams. Prnarth, and Mrs 0 W. M""ri«„I'o a number of historical books. Tt wa 'ported that the War Refugees Com- jnitt"0 ir> Vndcri was prepared to pay the fee of a BelHan ellirl —A vote of thanks was jKTTflf"1 "fr. G E. Owen, secretary of th-f local 'onvrttee, for the >'ntercst he has ;n tl'e fatter. A v-t." of sympathy was passed with Messrs E. D. J,n,(, t^e hf-sdma-ter. and 10""n Lloyd. },f.A.. aVstint irr.tt,v. in their illn-s*.

Bridegroom's Tragic Death Mr. Daniel Edward Jones, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Jones, Cwerthyr Woollen Mills, tlenllan, went to Aberdare to get married a loitiiigh* ago. The morning of the wedding he complained of feeling unwell, and after the ceremony he had to take to his bed. The illness proved fatal. On Friday evening, when he and his bride were to have returned from their honeymoon, his body was brought back to Hen- llan. He had furnished a house ready for his bride, and no expense had been saved in order to make his new home as comfortable as pos- sible. The interment took place at the St. Barna. bas Churchyard, Velindre.

LLAMILAR. At the Debating Society's meeting on Friday the subject was, "Which has shifted the most: the world towards the standard of the Church, or the Church towards the world?'" Mr. E. Williams, timber merchant (Port Talbot), opened for the world, and showed how the CTiurch found the world prostrate and unable to save it-self. The world had no lasting ideals. If the Church were again taken away the world would dritt and degenerate. With all its pro- gress ouring the past century not a single new moral truth has been discovered. Mr. M. T. Jones, schoolmlaster, contended that the Church in modern times was not the Church of our forefathers in almost any respect except in name. If it had not actually lowered its standard it had ignored it at almost every corner. Numbers were now in practice of more importance than purity popularity than justice; sentiment than discipline; and spiritu- ality was subordinated to finance. Certain dogmas were looked upon as of more import- a nee than truth. Artificial virtues were piously and reverently hung on the altar, hiding the poisonous sins cf the spirit. The selfishness displayed in certain quarters was unknown in the old and in the modern world. The follow- ing also spoke:—Messrs. D. Jones, Jenkin Jones. E. Prosseltl, D. Bvans, R. M. Jones, P.C. Davies, and E Lloyd. When the Chair- man (Mr J. J. Jones) counted the votes lie found both sides equal, and reluctantly decided in favour of the last speaker.

BORTH. Pte. Edward Maclndoe, son of Mrs. MacTndoe, Ynyslas, came liom, on leave on Thursday from Plymouth. He has beefl on active service for a considerable time in France, and the Rev. D. Hughes, Brookfield, chaplain to the forces, is home on leave. Previous to joining the colours he was curate at Carnarvon. Pte. Edwin Jenkins, Brynteg, who has been home on leave for fourteen days, left on Tuesday to return to hospital. Information has been received by Mrs. Ed- wards, Angorfa, that her son is a prisoner of war in Germany. He was previously reported missing. The news caused great joy in the village. Over 84 Christ.nas parcels have been sent away this week to Borth boys serving with the colours. On Sunday the death occurred of Noyle Mor- ris, the infant child of Mr and Mrs Tom Row- ley Morris, Belair. The funeral took place on -d. Thursday at St. Mathew's Church Graveyard. The Rev E. P. Davies officiated. The death occurred on Friday at the age of 32 years of Mrs. Davies, wife of Pte. Evan John Davies, Mona. The funeral took place on Tuesday at Garn Cemetery. The chief mourn- ers were Pte. Evan John Davies (husband); Mr and Mrs Evan Davies (father and mother-in- law); Mr and Mrs Jenkin Jones (uncle and aunt), Caradog; Miss Davies, Mona (sister-in- law) and Pte and Mrs Harper (brother and sister-in-law). The services were conducted by the Rev. D. Caron Jones, ftastor of Soar Church. Miss Nellie Owen, Wellington House, has been notified that her brother, Private David Owen, died at Weymouth Hospital on Satur- day. Deceased was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Owen, Gellifadog, Capel Bangor, and was wounded in the head a few weeks ago in France.

TRECARON. The mart was conducted by Mr. D. L. Jones, FtIA.I. and -el&ven cattle, 282: sheep, and five pigs were graded and allocated. Major Evan Jones, Bryncaron, of the Indan Army, has returned to France, and Mrs Jones and her daughters have sailed for India Sergeant Richard Hughes, Glangro, Doldre, who was a prisoner of war with the Aust-rians, is on the way home. Influenza has claimed victims here during the week, namely, Mrs. Jano Jones, B.A., London House; Mr. E. J. Thomas, Cambrian House; and Mr. Jack Edwards, High-street, Doldre. Mrs Jones had been assistant mistress at Hen- goed County School for Girls for nine years. She had a successful career at the local County School and graduated in classics at Aberystwyth College. Last August she was married to L;eut. R Owen Jones, S.W.B., who had seen service in Africa and has gone through severe engage- 'ments in France. He and Mrs. Jones had in- tended to go to Africa. The body was brought from Hengoed to Tregaron on Wednesday even- ing and interment was made at Bwlchgwynt Cemetery on Thursday. Mr. E. J. Thomas, Cambrian House, died on Thursday evening. He was in many respects the life of the town and all local movements had in him a staunch supporter. He was untirng in his efforts on behalf of local soldiers. Four of his brothers are in France. The funeral was on Monday, interment being made at Bwlchgwynt Cemetery, the Rev. Wesley Morgan conducting the services. The mourners were Mr and Mrs. Thomas (father and mother), Misses Thomas (sisters), Sergt. W. J. Thomas R.W.F. (brother), Miss S. Thomas (aunt), Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cardiff (uncle and aunt), Mr. W. Thomas Cardiff (cousin), Mr. Thomas Tre- alaw (uncle), Mr J. Rowland, M.V.O., and others Mr Jack Edwards, High-street, Doldre, only surviving son of Mrs Ellen Edwards, died at Capel Seion Chapel House, on Saturday morning. Deceased had been for some years in France where he was wounded. For the past weeks he had been employed in timber felling at Capel Seion and his death was very sudden. Interment was made on Wednesday at Bwlch- gwynt Cemetery.

TOWYN. Last week Mr. K. J. Williams, Cudvan House, whilst taking a walk along the sea shore came across the antlers of an animal firmly embedded in the clay which is laid bare by tHe receding tide. Tliey are declared to be the antlers of a red deer which probably made its home in the luge forest,-iiow submerged-: of Cantre's Gwaelod. Similar specimens were to be seen at the British Museum, the Welsh Museum at Cardiff, and the College Museum Ilt Aberystwy th. The death occurred on Thursday of Mr. Thomas Vaughan, Frankweli-street. His life was spent in town and lie was one of tho oldest members of the Welsh C.M. Church, his name being first on the chapel's membership book. He w" the son of Mr. Robert Vaughan, shoemaker, and at one time worked at his father's trade. The funeral took place on Monday at St. Cadvan's Churchyard. The service at the house was conducted by the Revs. J. H. Symond and Robert Davies, B.A., and at the church and graveside by the Vicar, the Rev D R Pugh, M.A. Amongst others who attended were Messrs H. Haydn Jones, M.P.,J. Maethlon James, J.P., David Jones, chemist; the Revs. D. S. Thomas and T. Gwilym Roberts A lecture was given on "Dr. Livingstone" by the Rev. Hywel O. Jones to the members of the Welsh Literary Society on Tuesday at the Independent Schoolroom, illustrated by lan- tern slides. The same lecture was given at Bryncrug on Wednesday.

A Merionethshire officer tells a story which reveals the astonishing imperturbability which war imparts to the most kindhearted of men. I Four soldiers were sat in a dug-out playing nap. The man opposite the door had just called "nap" when a stray bullet struck him on the forehead, killing him instantaneously, and he fell forward on the table. The man sitting next to him, without any sign of per- turmbat-ion, took the five cards from the dead man's hand and calmly exclaimed "By jove, he'd have got it, too!" It is understood that the purchaser of the property in Ardwick, Manchester, which in- eluded the house where the Prime Minister was born, is Sir Graham Wood, formerly high sheriff of Lancashire. Sir Graham intends to pull down most of the property and to build in its. plac" a workshop for the training of dis- abled soldiers and others broken in the war, but to keep the Premier's birthplace intact and to 1 hmd it over to the Manchester Corporation.

Cardiganshire Election. MR. VAUGHAN DAVIES ELECTED. Mr. Evan Evans, clerk of the County Council, for the Sheriff, attended at the Town Hall, Aberayron, on Wednesday to receive, from i. a.m. to 2 p.m., nominations for the representa- tion of the county in Parliament. Mr. Vaughan Davies's nomination papers were submitted by Alderman Peter Jones, J.P., Aberystwyth; and Alderman J. M. Howell, J.P., the seconders being Mr. Loveday and Alderman E. Lima Jones.. There was another nomination paper sent in by Mrs. Jane James and Mrs. Annie Griffith. At 2 o'clock, there being no other nomination, Mr. E. Evans. as returning officer, declared Mr Vaughan Davies to be duly elected. On the motion of Mr. Vaughan Davies, sec- onded by Mr. Lima, Jones, a vote of thanks was passed to the Retaining Officer. The. following gentlemen, who were in the room, offered Mr. Vaughan Davies their felicitations-Mr. Wm. Davies, solicitor, Mr. Vaughan Davies' election agent: Alderman Peter Jones; Alderman J. M. Howell; Alderman E. Lima Jones; Councillor D. Sanders; Mr. Davies, Felinfach; Councillor J. Jones, Cwmere; Mr. R. E. Beavan, C.M.; Mr. Daniel Jenkins, C.M.; and others.

I MACHYNLLETH. A pretty wedding was solemnized on Satur- I day at Penegoes Church, when Pte. David 0. Pugh, A.S.C., Middlesex (late of Manchester House) was married to Miss Margaret Davies, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Davies, Plas Lodge. The bride, who wore a navy blue cos- tume with fawn velour hat, was given away by her father and was attended by Miss Jones (cousin), Llanidloes, as bivlesmaid. The best n.an was Mr. Wm. Humphreys, Gorphwysfa. The Revs. C. P. Price, M.A., and R. P. Hughes, B.A., officiated at the ceremony, which was fully choral. Mrs. Jones (Dafarn) pre- sided at the organ and played the Wedding March. Breakfast was given at the home of the bride's brother (Mr. R. O. Davies, Pene- goes) to which many friends had been invited. The happy couple left for London, where the honeymoon is being 1 pent, amidst. The good wishes of a host of friends. Many presents were received. Pte. J. W. Wynne, who recently had his leg amputated as a result of wounds received in France, is home on leave from hospital. The first meeting of the Session of the Young Men's Literary Society was held on Monday evening at. the Owain Glyndwr Institute when an interesting lecture on "The League of Na- tions" was given by Mr. L. D. Jones (Llew Tegid), Bangor. The President of the Society (Mr. R. Llewelyn Jones) presided over a good attendance. It was decided that a branch of I the "League of Nations Union" should be formed, and Mr. Robert Roberts was' appointed secretary. secretary. The Guardians met on Wednesday, Mr. Meyrick Roberts presiding. The Finance Com- mittee reported that there was £ 631 in hand. It was decided to grant extra winter relief of 2s. per week for adults and ls. for children. It was reported that Mr. David Jones Owen, Mr. Edward Hughes, and Mr. David Humphreys, blacksmith, had been appointed on Llanwrin Parish Council. Mr. M. E. Francis and Mr. W. Pugh, Brynffynon, Aberangell, on the Caer- einion Fechan Parish Council, and Mr. Evan Jones, Craigygronfa, Mallwyd, had been appointed assistant overseer. Gifts received at Auxiliary Red Cross Hospital from November 25th to December 2nd :—Lord Herbert Vane Tempest, K.C.V.O., newspapers and magazines; Miss Hughes, Dovey View, 2s. 6d. for cigarettes; Miss Annie Edwards. Wylfa House, large marrow; Nebo Chapel, Cemmaes Road, 2s. 6d. from working party; Command- ant, teapot and straw; Miss and Master Maddv. Lodge, Galltvllan, 1 cwt. potatoes; Mrs Owen, Cwmrhaiadr, newspapers and magazines; box in hall, 7s. 4d. for needlework fund; Mrs. Upcher, floorcloths; Mr. Jones, Ynyshir Farm, two sacks of potatoes and two sacks of carrots; Mrs. Ruck, writing; Miss Laura Williams, iron- ing; Machynlleth Red Cross Working Party, mending; promises of Christmas poultry grate- fully received by Commandant. PRESENTATION TO MR RICHARD REES. A large and representative., gathering assem- bled at Owain Glyndwr Institute on Wednes- day when a presentation was made to Mr Rd. Rees, Paris House, by the town and district as a token of esteem and recognition of his long record of public service. Dr. A. O. Davies (chairman of the Organising Committee), pre- sided, supported by Mr. J. Lumley (treasurer), and Mr. H. Meredith Roberts. Mr John Pugh (secretary) was unavoidably absent. Mr Lum- ley said everyone had responded well and as a result he was able to hand a cheque of E210 to the Chairman for presentation. Dr. Davies, in making the presentation, thought the town owed Mr. Rees a great debt of gratitude. To his own knowledge that ser- vice extended over thirty years and was given at great expense of labour and pocket. Mr Rees itood to-day higher in the estimation of all than ever before. (Applause.) In the past he and Mr. Rees had always been in opposite camps, and had fought hard, but with no malice then or now. Lord Herbert Vane Tempest heartily endorsed all that the Chairman had said. He had known Mr. Rees a great many years and served with him on public bodies and his recollections of their associations were very pleasant. He re- garded Mr. Rees as an exceptional citizen who had done his utmost te|j?erve the interests of I the town and county. (Hear, hear.) Mr. Richard Gillart also spoke and paid a high tribute to the good work done by Mr. Rees. As a magistrate he was always fair aN1 as an urban councillor he could not speak too highly of him. The Rev. D. Cunllo Davies, Messrs. Evan Humphreys, iT. Parsons, J. M. Breese, T. Powell, and the Rev. D. H. Hughes also paid warm tributes. Mr. Rees, who was received with prolonged applause, suitably acknowledged the presenta- tion, and proposed a vote of thanks to the Secretary, Treasurer, and Collectors. 1 Lord Herbert "Vane Tempest proposed a vot? of thanks to the Chairman; and Mr Meredith i Roberts, in seconding the proposition, said the success achieved was largely due to the aotive way in which Dr. Davies had thrown himself into the work.

I PORTMADOC. OBITUARY.—The death took place on Tues- day of Mr.. Humphrey Jones. Chapel-street, ) after a long illness. Mr. Jones, who was about I sixty-six years of age, leaves a widow and grown-up children. A few weeks ago the family was notified that then- younger son (Private Humphrey Jones) was killed by acci- dent whilst travelling home on leave from Salonica. ON LEAVE.—Gunner William Owen Wil- liams, Cambrian-terrace. KILLED IN ACTION.—Private John R. liams, Cambrian-terrace. KILLED IN ACTION.—Private John R. Evans, Beddgelert, formerly postman between Beddgelert and Nantmor, was killed in action on October 22nd. He was thirty-one years of age and enlisted voluntarily early in the war. PERSONAL.—Mr. Owen Lewis, Fron Oleu, has bought Tanrhos Farm, near C amarvon, where he is removing and will be succeeded at Fronoleu by Mr. J. Owen Pierce, Y Ffridd, Rhvd-ddu. INTERMENT.—The funeral took place on Tuesday at Llanbeblig of Mr. Tom Williams, son of the late Captain John Williams, 16, Madoc-s$reet. The mourners were Messrs. William Williams, Mac^>c-street, David Wil- liams, lsallt, John Williams, Tawefan, Capt. Griffith Williams, Liverpool; Captain R. O. Williams, Gwenallt, Borthygest <brothers): Mr Hugh Jones, Carnarvon t,f^ther-n-lav\); Mr. Hugliie Jones, Mr. David Thomas Willams (nephews); Mr. Richard Jo^s, Fcrtmai>c (cousin), Mr. David Davies, Carnarvon (cousin); Mr. Robert Villii-ns, Eritannia (cousin), Mr. David Davies, Carnarvon (cousin); Mr. Robert Villii-ns, Eritannia (Foundry ('ate employer): Captain William Williams, Borth, and Captain Williams, master of the s!s. "Royal." The John Owen, Engedi, officiated. Many 9 )ral tributes were given by relatives, employers, "nd fllends. I

TRAWSFYNYDD. A temperance meeting, under the auspices of the local branch of the Order of Rechabites, was held on Saturday. In the afternoon the juvenile members partook of tea at Highgate Hotel, and in the evening addresses were deliv- cred at the Ebenezer Schoolroom by Mr. J. R. Jones, School House, and Mr. Rollie Williams. On the 3rd December, at Cwm Prysor Chapel, by the Rev. D. Hughes, assisted by the Rev. W. Jones, Pare, Bala, and Mr. Richard Jones, registrar, a marriage was solemnised between Councillor Robert Jones, Hafodwen, and Miss Maggie Ann Evans, second daughter of Mrs. Davies, Dolhiidd. The bridesmaid was Miss Laura J. Evans, and Mr. W Jones was best man.

j Capel Seion Soldier's Death I Private TOM DAVIES, R.A.M.C., Son of Mr. and Mrs David Davies, Preswylfa, died from pneumonia at Salonika. He was an apprentice to chemistry with Mr. S. D. Dough- ton, Aberystwyth, and joined the colours as a dispenser.

Tregaron Soldier. Private BEN EDWARDS. 190", Son of Mr. and Mrs. Edwards, Blaengorphen, I served in Egypt, Palestine, and France, re- cently reported wounded and missing; but. his parents have since the date of the report re- ceived a lett2r from him. (Photo Davies and Son.)

Criccieth Council. HARBOUR IMPROVEMENTS. I LOCAL WAR MEMORIAL. Criccieth Council met on Monday, present Dr. Gladstone Jones, J.P. (chairman); Messrs. J. T. Jones, T. Burnell, Robert Davies, D. M. Williams, Davies Hughes, P. J. Bowen, W. H. Williams, J. Harlech Jone§, W. Henry Wil- liams; Wm. George (clerk), A vote of sympathy was passed with the re- latives of soldiers who have fallen. Mr. T. Burnell moved that a resolution of congratulation be sent to the Premier. Mr. Burnell added that he was now sorry that the Charter of Criccieth was not in force 6o that they could offer the Freedom to Mr. Lloyd George. He, however, felt that they ought to show their gratitude.—Mr. J. T. Jones, as the oldest Liberal in the town, seconded. Thev were under great obligations to Mr. Lloyd George, but he (Mr. Jones) was not ready to put his Liberal principles aside.—Mr. P. J. Bowen, as a well known Conservative, sup- ported the proposition. He was as glad of his connection with his political party as Mr Jones was) but it was everyone's duty to support Mr Lloyd George in the present situation. (Ap- plause.)—The proposition was unanimously agreed to.-On the proposition of Mr. D. M. Williams, seconded by Mr. P. J. Bowen, and supported by the Chairman and Mr. J. Har- lech Jones, it was agreed with enthusiasm to give a. civic welcome to Mr. Lloyd George at Criccieth during Christmas. The Council agreed- to meet on Friday night to make the arrange- ments. Dr. Lloyd Owen, medical officer, reported one death only occurred in the town from influenza. All precautions had been taken. Replying to the Council's letter of 12th No- vember, the Board of Tra wrote relative to the advance from the development fund in aid of the harbour that there is no reason why the Council should not proceed with a view to sub- mission to the department. The Board sug- gested, however, that they should consult the Local Government Board before incurring any expen.-The letter was referred to the Har- bour Committee. The Surveyor recommended that about 18 lamps only should be used to certain specified' places, and that stones should be limewashed. That was confirmed. It was was also decided to ask Sir H. J. Ellis Nanney, Bart., to present a suitable flagstaff to the Council to be fixed on Dinas Hill. The Charities Committee has appointed Mrs. Draper as clerk in place of Mr. Huw R. Gruf- fydd, who has resigned. Mr. W. H. Williams, chairman of the War Heroes Memorial Committee, reported that S134 15s. 6d. had been collected. The Committee recommended that an effort be now made to collect subscriptions from local householders and to distribute a circular.—Mr. J. T. Jones said before he could subscribe he wanted to be quite clear on what principle they were going to a-ct and who was to have control of the fund.—Mr. Williams said a circular issued ex- plained the object.—Mr. J. T. Jones said that was too open. He wanted something definite before going before the public.—Mr T. Burnell said it was difficult to decide on a scheme-with- out knowing what the total sum subscribed. The circular already issued was plain and suffi- cient for him. The Committee was anxious to secure scholarships for the children as well as a permanent memorial. They could safeguard the fund by appointing members of the Coun. cil.—Mr. Burnell explained that the Committee was preparing a roll of honour of 200 Criccieth men, of wliom 34 from Criccieth had made the supreme sacrifioe.—Mr. Wm. George said they must submit some definite scheme to the Charity Commissioners.—Mr. Burnell said the Government now took care that public chari- ties should not be abused, and moved that a part of the money should be allocated to secure scholarships, which Mr. P. J. Bowen seconded. —Mr. D. M. Williams felt it difficult- to decide on the scheme before the amount collected was known.—Mr. Burnell's proposition was agreed to. It was also decided that five members of the Council, representing the subscribers and two representing the School Managers, should be appointed as trustees. It was also agreed to invite Mr T. J. Goodwill to join Committee The members were asked tOo subscribe and C138 12s. was subscribed.—Mr. W. Howell Will ams gave notice to move at the next meeting that steps be taken to restore the old Town Charter.

CORRESPONDENCE. FARMERS AND FARM LABOURERS. Sir,-The action of Aberystwyth District Agricultural Committee in calling attention of the National Service Representative to men who have left farms to work on timber and in the mines must be resisted to the uttermost. T regard this action as sheer intimidation and tyranny. Labour is not conscript and the work- ers must retain, at all costs, the liberty of choosing the employment they desire. Especi- any is this so when it is known that the men have left the farms in the main because they cannot secure the provisions of an Act of Par- liament. The organisation I represent will pro- tect all such men to the uttermost and I am quite sure I can count on the other Trade unions in North Cardiganshire to co-operate in keep- ing labour fre:; in this respect. A Government department cannot be suffered to intimidate workers in the way suggested by Aberystwyth j District Agricultural Committee.—Yours, etc.. I John Davies I (West W»les Orgrniser, National Agricultural j Labourers' and Rural WTorkers Union). t 2, Meidl-ym-road, Uangeitho.

Ponterwyd Farmer Drowned. David Lewis Jones, (41), of Brynchrytli, Pont- erwyd, near Devil's Bridge, left his home on Sunday morning to go over his farm. Later his two dogs reached the house alone. Becom- ing alarmed the family set out to search the river banks, and in the afternoon discovered his dead body in the river Rheidol, near Par- son's Bridge. Deceased was married.

ABERAYRON. Mr. Dickie Williams, son of Mr. Owen Wil- liams, is the first discharged soldier to arrive home. Mr. Morgan Jenkins and Mr. David Jenkins, Princess-street, are home on leave. Mr. Geraint M. Howell, R.F.C., is also home on leave, after an absence in France of just twelve months. Mr. Geraint Howell, as is his wont, played the organ at the Tabernacle on Sunday night. Master Caradoc Thomas, the only son of Councillor W. L. Thomas and Mrs. Thomas, of the Monachdv Arms, died on Tuesday, aged eighteen years. He was just home from sea. In a. couple of days he developed symptoms of influenza and pneumonia. He was a shipmate of Captain Lewis, Aldborough House, when his crew suf- fered from a virulent malarial fever. Several cf the crew died, including Captain Lewis. Caradoc Thomas was one of the sufferers. He made a good recovery. He was a strong, happy, good-natured boy. His loss will be deeply felt by his parents, with whom deep sympathy is felt. Private David Thomas Williams, Duke of Wellington West Riding Regiment, has written from prison in Germany that he is safe, though ailing. The District Education Committee met on [ Wednesday, MI. E. Morris Jones, chairman, presiding. On the motion of Alderman J. M. Howell, a resolution was passed thanking the Clerk (Mr. B. C. Jones) for his efficient services from the formation of the Committee. It was agreed that no appointment be made at present, in view of impending changes precipitated by the passing of a new Education Act. The Pension Committee met on Wednesday, Mr. John Davies. Feathers Hotel, in the chair. A large number of cases were disposed of DEATH AND FUNERAL. Mr. Martin W illiams, aged fifteen years, son of the Chairman of the Urban Council, who'may be called the war-period mayor, and Mrs. Williams, died of double pneumonia on Mot- day, the 25th November. Deceased was a pupil of the County School. Mr. Howell Evans, M.A., headmaster, writing in consequence of enforced absence from illness, remarked tin. "deceased was a boy of the brightest dispoo tion and a promising pupil. He had hoped that one day he would bring great distinction to the school and be a source of Dride to his parents." Sympathy with the parents is accen- tuated by the fact that his only brother (Dd. Thomas) was reported as slightly wounded on the 11th October and has been missing ever since. The funeral took place on Saturday at Hen- 1 fylnyw Churchyanl At the home of the deceased, the Revs. T. Meredydd Williams, B.A., and Evan Evans, vicar of Henfynyw, officiated, and at the church and graveside by the Rev' E. Evans, vicar, and the Rev. D. Lewis, curate. The cortege was headed by a procession of County School pupils, escorted by Mr. E U. James, M.A. The chief mourners were:-First -carriage, Mr. John Williams, J.P., father; Mr. and Mrs Dyson, sister and brother-in-law; Miss Minnie Williams, sister: and Mrs. Idris Jones, Lam- peter, aunt. Second carriage: Mr. D W'illiams v?d ^i8«r^ay William«. Mrs. J. j. Davies, Miss M. Williams and Miss M. E. Rees, Mason's- row (cousins) In the third and fourth car- nages were distant relations and friends and the Ginciating clergy. Mrs Williams, the mother, and Miss Olivia VNUiams, sister, were unable to attend the funeral owing to indisposition. There were a number of floral tributes. Messrs. Watkin James and Son were the undertakers.

ii ™ DYFF«*N. Walter Davies has been awarded Uie Military Medal for bravery in the field, He is the second sou of Mr. and Mrs D. H. Davi<?' Ty 9ano1' and has been in' France since 1915. Prior to joining the army he was in the service of the Cambrian Railways Com- pany at Barmouth Junction. Early in 1915 he answered Kitchener's call and joined the 17t;. Battalion, R.W.F. He was presented with the medal on his birthday. On Thursday week the funeral took place at Horeb C..M. Cemry of Miss Lizzie Jones, younger doughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Jones, Llwyngwian, schoolmaster, Llan- silin, Mont. The morning of the funeral Mr afid Jlrs. Jong's, fton clefll his thventy- fourth year and was buried the following ''Tues- day. Both were victims of pneumonia. On Thursday William Griffith, son of Mr. and Mrs. John "tirifllth, Pantgwyn, succumbed to pneumonia. Mrs. Owen Jones, Tynllan, LIanbedr, has dedd from influenza. A strongc committee has been formed to draw out a scheme for a memorial to our taiien soldiers;

ABEglDOVEY. On Saturday, November 16th, the death occurred of Mr. John Vincent Davies, the son fo the late Mr Vincent Davies, Corner fehop. The deceased, who was fifty-four years of age, retired from business some years ago. lue funeral took place on Wednesday when the Rev John Lewis oniciatecL The chief mourners were Mrs Davies (widow), Miss Annie Evans Llanellv (niece), and Miss Agnes Davies (cousinjf Private Evan D. Morris, of Abergynolwyn, cousin of Mrs. Thomas Jones, Gwelfor-villas, paid us a short visit before returning to France after a month's lsave. He lately gave a large quantity of his blood to save the life of a comrade in a hospital near Mons. Last week Mrs. Heard, River View, enter- tained 18 members of Dr Barnardo's Young Helpers' League to a tea on tlie occasion oi the box-opening meeting. The sum of S7 10s. Id. was collected by the members during the year. The two highest girl collectors were Josephine Blume and Dora Lewis, and the two highest boy collectors, Arthur Ll. Lewis and Trefor Bowen and they were given prizes by Mrs. Heard. Trefor Bowen and Gwilym Jones also received silver badges for three years' good work. Lieut. Llew Edwards, R.N.R., spent a few days at home. Private David John Davies, R.W.F., son of Mrs Davies, 1, Fronheulog, has returned home after three and a half years' service on the Macedonian front. At St. Peter's Church, on Friday, a peace thanksgiving service was held, conducted by the Rev. Henry Foster of Malvwn and Aber- dovey. Similar services were held on Sunday when the Rev. A. A. P. Winser, C.F., preached. The collections, which went to the Red Cross Soecity, amounted to over £17.. Great sympathy is shown with Miss Wakeling, late of Britannia Hotel, on the death of her fiance Pte John K. Wakeliug R.A.M.C. of the Canadian Forces, who met his death on the 11th of October, while picking up the wounded. Pte Wakeling hailed from Saskatchewan, and came over to France with the 28th Canadian Batt. Signaller John O. Evans, Meirion House, is home on sick furlough from France Gomer Thomas, Medical Hall, is now a sig- naller in the R.N. at Devonport. On Friday the funeral took place of Annie Jones, the six year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Cornelius Jones, SThe Council School children sent a wreath and sang at the nöuse. On Saturday the funeral took place of Mrs I Annie Williams (nee Eynon), the wife of Mr. Edward Williams, tailor Copper Hill Street, The deceased, who was 28 years of age, leaves two voung children. Wreaths were sent by Mrs B. Rowlands, Church-street, Pte. J. Matthias. Mrs. Frank Morris, Mr. and Mrs. D. Hughes. Royal House; husband and children, Hil(la Frances, and May: mother and family. Rev. W. P. Roberts officiated at the house, and Rev. D. E. Davies, B.A., curate at the graveside. The Coookerv Classes held at the Scout Hall, by Miss M. E. Owen, Pier House, under the auspices of the Food Committee, are largely attended and prove very successful.

CORRIS. Yn Hengae, Aberllefenni. dydd Mawrth, bu farw Mr. Hugh Evans, yn 70 mlwvdd oed. Bu eu gladdedigaeth prydnawn Sadwrn yn Eglwys y Drindod, Corris. Nos Tau, yn Siloh, cvnhaliwvd seiat ddir- westol, o dan Iywyddiaetli Mr Richard Hughes, Dolybont. Testyn y seiat oedd "Pwysigrwydrl yr achos ddirwestol yn yr argyfwng presenol." Boreu Gwener, daeth Johnny Jones, Fron- fraith. a Willie Rees, Aberllefenni, gartref, wedi bod yn garcharorion yn Germany.

j Small Places are Best. REMARKABLE LETTERS READ IN SHOP BREAKING CASE. ACCUSED POSE AS MAN AND WIFE. Remarkable letters were read at a special police court at Aberystwyth on Tuesday when Raymond Allen Watkin, who gave as his address Brockenhurst Camp, Hampshire, was charged with breaking into Paris House, Aberystwyth. on November 20th, and stealing wearing apparel value £38 7s. 3jd. breaking into Boots, Cash Chemists, shop in Terrace-road on November 25th and stealing articles value S31 Is.; also breaking into Messrs Dicks' shop in Great Dark- gate-street on November 27th and steahng a pair of woman's boots, value 2&s. 6d., and 4; lljd. in cash. The articles alleged to have been taken from Paris House, a tailor shop belonging to Mr. Ernest Owen who is in the army, comprised a clerical vest, three Burberry coats, mackintosh, two suits of clothes, two black trousers, lounge jacket, eight shirts,-ten handkerchiefs, two paJrs of gloves, ten c liars, and nineteen pairs of socks. From Boots, Cash Chemists' shop accused is alleged to have taken two portmanteaus, five men's dressing cases, one woman's dressing case, needle case, three manicures, writing case, skin food, face powders, sprays, perfumes, hat brush, a number of flash lamps, forty-eight flash lamp batteries, Harleae's hair restorer, shaving sticks, tooth paste, and a number of other articles. Elsie M. Hewitt, Manchester-street, King's Cross, London, was charged with having re- ceived the artiofab Watkin and Hewitt were young. The former appeared to be little more than a bov. Tl. magistrates were tlie* Mayor (t. f. Wynne. Esq.), Daniel Thomas, Esq., and John Watkins, Esq. Mr W. P. Owen prosecuted on behalf of the police. P.S. Davies gave evidence that about 9-40 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27th, he exam- ined the door of Messrs. Dicks' shop in Great Darkgate-street, and found it closed but. not locked. He went inside, and at the far end of the shop, in the women's fitting department, he found Watkin. He asked him "What are you dõ:ng here and the accused replied "I have only just come in." On the floor close to Watkin's feet witness found a cardboard box containing a pair of woman's boots, and he arrested the accused. On his person lie found a purse containing 4s. ll^d., a screw driver, portion of a pipe wrench, electrict flash lamp, a knife, a small square file, and two boxes of matches. The following day he charged the accused with having broken into the shop, and he replied "It is all correct." Later in the day he went, in company with the Chief Con- stable, to 47, Cambrian-street, and saw the woman Hewitt.. He asked her who she was, and in reply she said her name was Mrs Martin. The Chief Constable asked her permission to search the rooms occupied by her, and she con- sented. In the bedroom, hanging on pegs, he found numerous articles of clothing. He also found a large number of other articles, tools, and a "jemmy." He took possession of the articles and arrested the woman. On her per- son he found a box containing a large number of skeleton keys, diamond glass cutters, eighteen five poun4 notes), jand C4 10s. in Treasury notes. The same day he went to Mr. Ernest Owen's shop, and one of the keys fitted the lock of the door and opened it easily. HAD LATE DINNERS. Mary Jane Edwards said she kept a lodging house at 47, Cambrian-street, and on November 12th the accused, accompanied by Hewitt, came and asked for lodgings, giving as their names "Mr. and Mrs. Martin." Watkin said he was; a native of London and that he came to Aber- ystwyth for the benefit of his health. They occupied two rooms, a sitting and a bedroom, as man and wife, and brought a lot of luggage with them. They did not go out in the morn- ings, but went for walks in the afternoons, and Watkin used to go out by himself after dinner. Mr. W. P. Owen—What do you mean ? Did thev have late dinners? Witness—Yes; between six and seven o'clock. When did Watkin return as a rule? Between I ten an eleven. Once he returned at 11-30. Did he used to say where he was gdng?- Yes that he had a friend staying on the Terrace, and that h* wan#i! a walk to help digest his food. Did he ever bring anything back with him? —I never saw anything. Among other things the police-had taken possession of was a large number of letters, and Mr W. P. Owen read extracts from two o; them. The first, dated November 2nd, 1918. was from Hewitt to Watkin and read as fol- lows :— "My most darling liusband,-Well. I don't know; but I should have thought you would do better in small places than in London. You see, in London everything is so strongly built and well guarded. There are so many steel doors and iron gat, and policemen everywhere. All,, or nearly all, the worth while landings are done by gangs; and then they arq nearly always caught,, whilst in little villages there are few if any police. Shops and houses are little more than shanties, most of them. They even have no Yale locks on the doors most of the time, and there are always very few people about. The • swag might not be so valuable as in town; but probably it would be just as useful. Pro- fessionals, of course, are only interested in stuff that they can sell to the receivers but we want ours for use. Let me advise you; be selective, take only things that we can actually use, at present, at any rate. Don't pinch just for the sake of pinching; because we don't want to have an enormous dump of practically useless things to carry round with us, especially as we may just now be having to move about a good deal. Clothes of every description are always useful. Jewellery, yes, j that can be saved and later pawned or sold in some other town; food, even, is not unaccept- able at any time. All the hundred and one little things, such as fountain pens, knives, scissors, cutlery, etc., are good and useful and don't take much room in luggage." "GEE, YOU HAVE BEEN RAIDING!" "GEE, YOU HAVE BEEN RAIDIG" The second, dated October 28th, 1918, was also from Hewitt, and it read as follows:- My Sweet Love,—Oh, certainly, darling, send me anything and everything you can get hold of that will be of use, especially money I think it is better to send parcels by post: pack them very securely. If you've got too much for one parcels make it into two or three, or more. Thanks for the pictures, the more you send the more eager aunt gets to go. She would like to start at once, poor thing. C-e,e! you have been raiding the places! Of course, darling, I will get you all the keys I can. You want large ones, I expect, like room door keys. Dear love, do be care- ful about doing this sort of thing In day- light. Even if you don't see anyone about, you don't know who sees you. People stand at windows, or at doorways. You had better conduct this sort of operation at night, don't you think? These winter evenings it is quite dark about six, or even before. Oh! what a pity you broke your tooth! I am sorry. You will have now to get a new one. Can't you have it done while you are in the army, at their expense. A missing tooth marks a man so. You ought to wear gloves in conducting operations, because of finger prints. You know how people can be traced by them." Mr. W. P. Owen stated that among the letters were some from Watkin, in which he addressed Hewitt as "My idea] wife," and P.S. Davies stated that Hewitt was in receipt of a separation allowance in respect of her husband, G. H. Hewitt, who was in the Roval Air Force. J. Garrington, manager to Mr. Ernest Owen, testified that on Wednesday, November 20th. he locked the shop at 2-30 p.m., and at 9-15 a.m. the following morning, when he entered the shop. his attention was drawn to its state by his assistant (R. A. Davies). Caps and other articles of clothing were strewn on the floor: and, later, witness found that a number of articles were missing. Witness gave information to the police, and on November 28th Sergeant Davies came to the shop and showed a skeleton key which fitted the lock of one of the shop doors. With the police officer he went to the Police Station, where identified articles of cloth- ing belonging to Mr. Owen. Some of the articles had been taken from the cutter's room on the first floor, and the rest from the shop.. Richard Ambrose Davies, assistant in the employ of Mr. Ernest Owen, said that when he entered the shop on Tuesday morning he found the place upset, with caps and other articles of clothing on the floor. David Edgar Davies, manager of Boots, Cash Chemists' shop in Terrace-road, said he closed the shop between 7-30 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Mon- day, November 25th. The following morning h found the door leading from the Arcade to the shop open, the bolt at the top of the door

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I CRICCIETH. Private 1. Pugh Jonee, Llanystumd wy, prisoner oi war in Germany, has returned | i.ome I' A meeting of electors was held on Friday night to nominate a candidate for the Boroughs. There was a good attendance, m- uding many women voters. The only candi- date named was the Right Hon. 1;. Lloyd George. Ihree nomination forms weii, f:il £ c( up, one by women electors, one bF Liberal, and another by Unionists. Privates Baldwyn Ldwa.rds, Cambrian Kocse j William Evans (Australian forces), ana Jiugh Evans, North-terrace; John Pugh Jones, New Shop; and John Parry, Pantyrlios, Khoslan (Canadian Regiment;, arc Lome. Mrs. Ann Davis, widow of Mr Jess Davis, formerly of Ynysgain, nas ed at King's Heath, Birmingham, in her sixty-eighth year. Mrs. Roberts, wife of Mr C. Pugh Roberts, London, formerly of The Pharmacy, died last week. Mr. Griffith Edward Roberts, coal merchant, Salem-terrace, died on Ihursday after a long illness at the age of thirty-seven. He was son of the late Mr. Robert Roberts, merchant, and brother of Mrs Humphreys, Bron Trefor. He leaves a widow and three young children. At the funeral on Tuesday the Rev. W. Edwin Hughes, M.A., Cauel Mawr, officiated. In addition to the mourners there were present the Rev. R. W. Jones, Salem; Dr. D. Living- stone Davies, J.P., deacons of Capel Mawr and members of the Castle Lodge of Odd- fellows who acted as pall bearers. At Wesleyan Chapel, Pwllueli, last week. Captain Ellis Jones eldest son of Mrs Jones, Havelock, was married to Miss Ada Williunw, second daughter of the late Captain and Mrs, Hugh Williams, Marlne-"terrac^ tNanhoran), Miss Annie Williams (sister of the bride), wa-s bridesmaid', and Mr. Richard Jones (brother of bridegroom), best man. The Rev. Conway Pritchard, Pwllheli, assisted by the Rev R. W. Jones, pastor of Salem, officiated The wedding breakfast took place at Carnarvon and Capt. and Mrs. Jones left for Colwyn Bay and Liver- pool for the honeymoon.

OOiSELLEY. On Wednesday j.t Wesltyan Char)ef II united siuging festial was held under the conductor- ship of Llew Meirion. The singing reflected credit on the conductor. News has been received of the death in Cus- sel, Germany, of Pte. R. 0. Thomas, Glasgoed, Llanfachreth. Pte. Frank Wheeler, XLut-ddu, has died in hospital in Egypt. A military funeral took place on Monday of Cpl. David Jones Edwards, grandson of the Jate David and Dorothy Jones, Well-street, wbo died suddenly at Crosshaven. Cpl. Edwards had served 21 years in the army and was on his way home from India at the outbreak of war for his discharge when his regiment (the 23rd R.W.F.) was ordered to France. He fought in the reireat of Mons with the old Contempti- bles and was in France up to the beginning of 1918. He was then transferred to Ireland. A firing party from the R.W.F. depot at Wrex- ham attended the funeral. The coffin was placed on a gun carriage covered with the Union Jack and drawn by discharged soldiers, followed by a squad of the V.T.C. The Rev. J. Lloyd, rector, officiated. A pretty marriage was solemnised at 13" rn- coedifor Church on Wednesday (the Rev. W. J. Williams officiating) of Mr. J. E. Thomas estate agent. Llanuwchllyn and Dolgelley. and Miss Ellen Ann Evans. second daughter of Mr. Thomas Evans, draper, Frondirion. The bride wore a gabardine costume with hat to ii, tch and was given away by her father. The Rev. Tno. Radcliffe was best man and Mis, S. J. Evans (sister) bridesmaid. Numerous presents were received. The presents by the brid^mom to the bride were pendant, and from the bride to bridegroom a dressing case. At the reception the guests included in addition t" the family. Colonel and Mrs Enthoven, DoFThvd; Mr Ellis Thomas, father of the bridegroom Mr Peter Williams, Corris; and Mr Jones Glas- fryn. Bala. At P. special meeting of Dolgelley Rural Council on Saturday, Mr. W. J. Edwards. Aber- gele. was appointed surveyor and sanitary n- spector.

LATEST MARKETS. Carmarthen, Saturday, November 30th.—Few tubs of butter on offer and fresh pats scarce- sold at controlled prices. Eggs, dear and sc-srce -50s. per 120 (wholesale price), and 5s. 6d. per dozen (retail). Geese, Is. 8d.; chickens, 2s. to 2s. 3d.: and ducks, 2s. per lb Hereford, Wed., Dec. 4tli. Of the total of 527 cattle 107 were graded fat, and these for th« most part were sent away, chiefly to Bir- mingham and Wales. Siores made from £ 11 17s 6d to £ 24 15s, barrens £ 27 to £ 28 10s.. cows 17s 6d to JE24 15s, barrens E27 to £ 28 10s.. cows and calves, £31 5s to B57 15- cows in calf JS24 15s to £31 10s calves 20 E2). Out of 755 sheep and lambs 276 wer Prices for c-wes ran up as high as 100s, and for wethers to 105s: lambs reached 53s 6d. Fat pigs were in good supply (7P), and sold freely at t h contrcliei price of 21s per score; stcies ranged form 7s 6d to 93s. Newcastle EmlYn-A number of fat cattle and fat sheep were graded and allocated cliiofly to Glamorgan. Store cattle v ■ r<^ plentiful and fold from Ell to S15 for yearlings and fH to £17 for two-year-olds. Cows with, calves at foot made from £ 38 to £50. and heifers with calves from C32 to £ 44: rearing calves from 25", to 35s. each. Young pigs were very cheap from 17 to 25s. each, according to age. POULTRY. Hereford. Wednesday, December 4th.— A more cheering tone. Pn-es:—Fowls. 10>. to 14s a couple; cockerels, 15s. 6d. pulMs, 3s. each; ducks, 16s. a couple: 14s. to 17s. each: turkeys, controlled pr^ce. In the dressed department everything at controlled price, in- cluding eggs at 4d. each wVolesale, and Sld. retail.

(continued from pre-, i-Iiis column) drawn, and the glass fanlif^t over th" door broken. Close to the o"r were two boxes which belonged to Lipton's End had been left in the Arcade and it was po«a'.ble, through the medium of these boxes, to rea-ch the fanlight. On entering the shop he rn;nd a number of articles missing, and he gn v» information to the polce. On Friday, November 29th. he went to the Police Station and icif-,it fieel the :v:!ss-r.g articles. P.S. Davies gave evider ihnt on November 29th he charged Watkin brer kin? into the shop and stealing therefrom two dress Cq and a quantity of other arti In reply, the accused said "It is quite t. R. Bickerstaff, manager Messrs Di shop in Great Darkgate-street :1 he w*u t1'e last person to leave the shop < Wednesday. N-vem- her 27th. In the till t1. was the sum of 4s. Hid. He identified t' pair of woman's boots produced as the property of his employer, and "tated that the vrlue was 28s. 6d Wratkin said he did not tike the boots from the shop. He was looking ^ver a pair of men's boots to put on when the ^ol'oe office'- i-ame in. j When charged with the offences Watkin and Hewitt did not say anything and they were 1 committed for trial at tb,, O'-aHer Sessions.