Carnarvon and Denbigh Herald and North and South Wales Independent

LLEYN AND EIVION NOTES. In your report of the last meeting of the Lleyn District Council, I see that that body acknowledges to an extent its monetary obliga- tions to its two road surveyors. Mr D. Wil- liams and Mr J. T. Rees are admitted on all hands to be conscientious and able officers, and I must confess to being surprised at the council deciding, by a majority of one, to increase the salary by R5 instead of £ 8 as was suggested by Mr W. Pritchard. I believe that this is not only inadequate, but also more or less parsi- monious. But I suppose that we should be thankful for "small mercies." It certainly seems ridiculous that the surveyors are worse off in the matter of pay than some of the labour- ers. It is likely that during the Easter holidays, there will be three strong attractions in this part of the country, and the three of totally different natures. In Criccieth, there are prospects of a successful Eisteddfod, chairing in the afternool1 and important choral competitions in the even- ing. In Nejvin, the first annual show will be held in this district. The secretary, Mr Tho- mas, and others, are working most energetically towards its success. At Pwllheli, the first athletic sports of the season take place, super- intended by Mr F. E. Young, in the recreation grounds of Messrs S. Andrews and Son. On same day, the local Eisteddfod at Salem is also held. This seems to show that the people of Lleyn and Eivion have faith in the prosperity of the district, and I have no .doubt but that their faith will be justified. Besides the attractions referred to above, there will be during the coming summer no less than four or five agricultural shows. Some people assert that this will be too many, but in view of the strong support which they get, I believe they will be successful. I have no doubt that Portmadoc will have a very successful show. One thing may tell against it, and that is the fact that the advertising has been left off until rather late. I see that the matter of the transfer of the lease of the recreation ground of the Portmadoc County School has been again under the con- sideration of the governors. Though they did not offer any opinions this time, the views of Mr Casson on the question were easily seen from the letter from him which was read. Able men and conscientious, where the interest of the town are at stake, hold such different opinions on the matter that I dare not express mine, but I shall be very sorry if the school which has been and is doing such good work, suffers because of this misunderstanding and the continual delay which arises possibly from a very small cause. The Rev J. T. Pritchard, Pwllheli, faithfully brought forward his motion at the Lleyn Monthly Meeting, on the question of the war, in accordance with his notice of motion. The resolution which he moved the adoption of was to the effect that they rejoiced at the news of England's victories and that the time bad come for the Government to take steps with a view to coming to a peaceful settlement. For lack of a seconder, the resolution was thrown out! So the opinion of the Monthly Meeting upon the war still remains to be given, if the refusal of this resolution is not a sufficient index to it. I wonder if it is? Did the members object to rejoicing at the news of British victories, or did they object to the demand for steps to secure a peaceful settlement? Everybody must draw bis own conclusion, and whatever that may be, it cannot be much to the credit of those who profess to be followers of the Prince of Peace.

CARNARVON RUMOURS. It is said That the "drink trade" in Carnarvon is on the wane. That the other day there were no less than 13 "pubs" to let. That the "mounted infantry" will, undoubted- ly. be a fact very soon. That the chief question now under considera- tion is the uniform they will wear. That a certain young gentleman is anxious to apply f°r a cumrnifsion in the corps. That he wants to know, before joining, what sort of braiding they will have on their tunics. That great indignation is experienced on all hands at the outrage on Mr Llovd-George. That there was a number from Carnarvon at the Bangor meeting. That Mr Lloyd-George is heartily congratulated -on his remarkable speech. That the "Western Mail published last week two paragraphs eulogising Mr Lloyd-George. That the "Mail" expressed its sorrow that some people charged Mr George with being a ■little Englander." That the hon. member for Carnarvon boroughs, according to the "Mail," is a great follower of Jtosebt-ry, except on the South African question.

Colonel C. H. Rees, of Carnarvon, has written to Colonel Pryce-Jones expressing his thanks and those- of i iiu olunteers to the Welsh members for their action in causing the removal of the grievance felt in connection with the Queen's re- ception at Holyhead, when the 3rd Battalion of the Royal We'ch Fusiliers, although stationed at Holyhead, were not included in the arrangements fgv Her Majesty's reception.

LOCAL AND DISTRICT NEWS.' We understand that Lord Penrhyn has under- taken to pay the insurance premium for the local militia reserve that proceeded to South Africa. His lordship was asked at first for a contribution only, but he decided the whole expense, which exceeds L400. The business was put through by Mr J. W. Jones, superintendent of the Prudential Assurance Company, Carnarvon.

The following is the return of the Carnarvon and Anglesey Branch of the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children for the last quarter:—Total number of complaints, 43; warned, 27; convicted, 13; dropped on investigation, 3; total time of imprisonment, 1 year 7 months; total sum of fines, L5 Os 6d; j total number of children in cases found true, 128; total number known to be insured, 24; total nilmbeii, iof offenders involved! in cases found true, 71; totaii number of supervision visits by inspector, 234. Classification Neg- lect and starvation, 36; ill-treatment and as- saiult, 4; abandonment, 1; indecent assault, 1; criminal assault, 2. [

The Rev T. T. Lucius Morgan, vicar of Thorpe, Surrey, writes with regard to the late Principal Edw-axds: -"Now that the dear Prin- cipal is at rest, there are many to whom the pro- ject of further perpetuating his honoured mem- ory suggests itself. I say 'further' because his greatest and best memorial has been already erected, by the sweat of his own soul, in the Uni- versity College of Wales, which he founded upon a. rock in Aberystwyth. But there aire many of us who would wish to express our heartfelt devo- tion to his sacred memory in some form which should for generations to come embody not only his ideals, but also our grateful recognition of his inspired labours. Those who are qualified to speak for Wales will. doubtless, duly take the initiative. On a previous occasion, when some of his old students presented him with a token of their affection, many of us heard' of the move- ment for the first time in the published report of the presentation! In the present circumstances, no doubt, the movement will be founded on a broad, comprehensive basis, which will duly re- flect the catholicity of the dear Principal's ser' vices, as nationalist (in the purest sense), edu- cationalist, preacher, and theologian."

On Tuesday, a conference of representatives of various local bodies in Flintshire, was held at Rhyl, for the purpose of considering the question of forming a Nursing Association for the county of Flint. Lord Kenyon presided, and stated that the County Council had the power, under the Technical Education Act, to vote money for the training .of women j as nurses, and it was intended to grant scholar- ships of about L40, but the County Council did not appear to have power to vote money for the work of maintaining the nurses after they had examined them. It was suggested! that there should be a central county associa- tion with a number of district associations affiliated to (the county association. Thev did not want a type of high-trained nurses, such as that adopted by the Queen Victoria Jubilee Association, but" rather nurses of the Holt-Ockley type, who helped in work at the patients' houses and cottages. He pro- posed that a County Nursing Association be formed at Flintshire. This was carried unanimously, and it was decided that a com- mittee be appointed, with representatives from various public bodies, and that the existing Nursing Association be asked' to join the asso- ciation.—The Chairman said that as soon as the association was in good working order, they would get a central office established at Rhyl, where there were such excellent facilities for hospital training.

LLANBEDR, MERIONETH. SCHOOL BOARD.—Friday evening, under the presidency of Mr William Lewis, Tymawr.- It was noticed that the attendance of the chil- dren from the parish of Llanenddwyn was very poor. It was passed to send to Mr John Hum- phreys, the member for the Dyifryn district (who was absent), requesting him to urge the matter to the consideration of the Dyffryn authorities.— It was decided that the precept for the Llanbedr parish for the half-year ending on the 29th of next September, should be LIO; Llanfair dis- trict, L4; Llanenddwyn district, JB5.

LLANDUDNO. SYMPATHISING.—General sympathy is felt with Mr Evans, lay reader for the parish, upon the death of his brother, who was buried at Talsarnau last week. THE VICTORIA THEATRE.—It is stated that the directors of this theatre, now in course of erection, have made arrangements to lease the theatre to a well-known London Theatrical Company, for a number of years. THE LIGHT RAILWAY.—The order of the ,Lig?t Railway Commissioners, mofdified and confirmed by the Board of Trade, authorising the construction of the light railways from Col- wyn Bay to Llandudno, has been issued. CONGRATULATING THE PRINCE OF WALES.—At a meeting of the council in com- mittee, on Thursday, Mr John Owen (chairman) presiding, it was resolved, on the motion of Mr Robert Roberts (Mostyn-street), to send a tele- gram to the Prince of Wales at Copenhagen, congratulating him upon his escape from the hands of the assassin at Brussels. THE DUKE OF CLARENCE'S CHURCH.— On Saturday afternoon, the members of the Band of Hope, which is held in connection with the Duke of Clarence's Church, were entertained to tea at the Llanrhos National School. Among those present were Lady Augusta Mostyn, Rev Francis Jones (the vicar), Rev D. J. Davies, B.A., the Rev Bevan Evans, M.A., &c. Prizes were awarded to the children for good attend- ence, &c. "THE FLOWER QUEEN."—The above cantata, was performed at the Prince's Theatre, on Friday, by over one hundred children of the various Sunday Schools. Great credit is due to Mr W. Thomas for conducting the choir in such an efficient manner. After the perform- ance, Mr D. Davies proposed a vote of thanks to the conductor, to the artistes, Mrs Gibson, W. Roberts, and Miss Hobson, Miss Clax- ton, solo violin; Miss. Roberts, accompanist, and 1 the choir. The vote was heartily accorded. THE COTTAGE HOSPITAL—The commit- tee of the Cottage Hospital wish to thank the following ladies and gentlemen for their kind gifts to the hospital during the past two months :-February: Fresh eggs, Mrs Edwin Williams illustrated papers, Miss Arden eggs, The Nevill Hotel; old linen, Mrs Nicholson tcjlock, Messrs Russell. March: Two dIozen fresh eggs, Miss Charlesworth; magazines, Mrs Woodley; magazines, Mr H. Caraher; eggs, Messrs Edward Owen and Sons eggs, The Nevill Hotel; sewing machine, Lady A. Mos- tyn. THE OPERA HOUSE.—On Monday, Tues- day, and Wednesday evening, Signor Pepi Italy's greatest quick-change artist, accompanied /by Miss Mabel La Blanche, find Mr Will Saunders (comedian) gave an exceptionally in- teresting entertainment at the Opera House, to large audiences. In an original comic sketch, entitled "London by night and love always victorious," Signor Pepi introduced ten char- acters in a wonderfully short time, and that in a manner that elicited warm applause. The cinematograph produced the latest war pictures in a most, sensational manner, while the great prize fight between John Bull and Kruger was as good as it was amusing. The Passion Play was the special feature for Wednesday night. For next week's attraction, see our advertising columns. ANOTHER ROBBERY.—On Monday night, the premises of Mr Ralph Fisher, ironmonger, Mostyn-street, were entered into. The robber entered through a back window, and, eventually, found his way to the shop and office. He en- deavoured apparently to open the safe with a big knife, but finding that the task was too much for him, the miscreant got angry, because he could not lay his hands on money he thought that he would have his revenge, and do some damage or I other before retiring. In a corner he found a bicycle, and no sooner—one would think-had he seen it than he took hold of the knife and tore the tyre lengthways. That accomplished, the rascal filled his pockets with some knives, and I went out the same way as he came. Evidently he is not an expert burglar, or else he would have equipped himself with proper tools to at- tack the safe. These daring robberies are creating quite a sensation in the town, and the I police are non-plussed as" to what to do. THE PARISH VESTRY.—On Friday even- ing, the annual parish vestry for Llandudno was held at St. George's Church, being afterwards adjourned to the parish office, North Madoc- street. The chair was occupied by the Rector, the Rev J. Morgan, and the statement of ac- counts was read by the Assistant Overseer (Mr J. Bellis), showing that the rate last year pro- duced L5654 lls 6d, the whole of which had been collected with the exception of L7 16s 40, representing small sums from different persons. The Assistant Overseer then stated that the union calls from the parish, and the overseers' expenses for the ensuing year were estimated to be £ 3616; the school board precept would be £ 1220; making a total of 24836. There was in the bank to the credit of the parish L326, and he would recommend a rate of Is 6d in the pound for the ensuing year, a reduction of 3d in the pound from the rate of last year. On the motion of Mr Conway, seconded bv Mr W. H. Jones, a rate of Is 6d was accordingly decided II upon, and on the motion of the Rector, se- conded by Mr W. H. Jones, a vote of thanks was tendered to the collector and assistant over- seer. The proceedings closed with a vote of thanks to the chairman. RETURNING VICTORIOUS.—The Swifts journeyed to Flint on Saturday, to re-play their final with Buckley for the Senior North Wales Coast Cup. The previous Saturday, both teams made a drawn game with two goals each, but on this occasion, the Swallows beat their op- ponents by three goals to none, and, returned home victorious, and the captors of the cup for the second, if not the third time in succession. of course. When the news was made known in the town, arrangements were made to give the victorious players a reception on their return, worth of the occasion. The services of the St. Tudno's Silver Band were requisitioned. Ac- companied by hundreds of people they wended their way towards the railwav station shortly after ten o'clock. On the arrival of the half- past ten train, volume after volume of cheers rent the air, while the band struck up. in a most vigorous manner, "See the Conquering Hero Comes." A procession was then formed. Preceded by the band, the carriage of the com- mittee—consisting of Messrs Sumner, Garrick Roberts, J. B. Jones, Simon Williams. Royle, &c., with Skipper Hughes on the driver's seat waving the cup in his hand, the players, and the general public. The procession wended its way along Vaughan-street, as far as the Grosvenor Restaurant, and down through Lloyd-street, and Madoc-street ,to Albert Hotel. En route, the ut- most. enthusiasm prevailed. At the. lattefr place, Mr G. Roberts filled the cup with a refresher, and the players and their friend's freely partook of its contents. We congratulate most heartilv the Swifts upon their well-merited success. CONCERT.—The following programme was gone through at the children's concert given at the Baptist Chapel, Glanwydden, on Thursday night. Nearly all the itemsi on the programme were encored, but not replied to. There was a crowded attendance, and the meeting was pre- sided over by Mr John Jones, Dinarth Hall, Colwyn Bay. who made an excellent chairman, and delivered an able and eloquent speech, be- sides subscribing one guinea towards the school treat, and library. The programme was as fol- I lows :-Choral movement, "Wandering Gipsies," solo sung by Miss M. V. Owen; action song, ¡ "London Train," Infants; recitation, "I Am a Little Girl," Miss Lizzie Evans: action song, "Naughty Jack," Infants; dialogue, (doctor) I Master W. Hywel Owen, (mother) Miss Maria Hevwood; action song, "Sly Old Fox," Infants; drill "Musical Bells," Infants; "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau. Cydgan Agoriadol, Elder Scholars; drill "Musical Bells," Infants; "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau." Cydgan Agoriadol, Elder Scholars; action song. Jaipame.T, Fan," twelve rfirN • song, "Merrily Over the Snow," Elder Scholars; action song, "Tall Top Hat," Boys; character sketch, Dr Quack," Master Joihn Dennev; ( duett, Lily, Bells and Roses," Misses Lizzie Jane 5 Evans and Mabel Oliver; drill, Dumb- » '» ac^ion song and choru*, "Old Age, Girls song "The Picnic," Elder Schol- if,™? interval, the Chairman, on behalf of the evening scholars, presented the Master (Mr Roberts) with a fountain pen, as a small token of the esteem he was held in bv the scholars. After the usual votes of thanks, part II. was proceeded with, and at the close. all joined m heartily singing the National Anthem, the chairman remarking that after such a dastardly attempt on the life of the Prince of Wales, and the shock to the Queen, she had much need of all our pravers for her safeiv. OPENING OF THE SEASON CONCERTS. —The Pier Company opened their season con- certs on Saturday night. There was a fairly good audience considering the time of the year. Mr Bartle again wields the baton, while Mr Frederic Seigl has re-placed Mons. Verbrugghen as leader. Madame Sadler Fogg, an old favour- ite, is the soloist for the week. The programme was of an excellent character, introducing as it did, popular and patriotic music. Very ap- propriately Madame Sadler-Fogg .opened the concert by rendering the National Anthem, the audience joining most enthusiastically in tke chorus after each verse. The above item was followed with the rendering of "God Bless the Prance of Wales" by the band. Sullivan's popular march on the song "The Absent-minded Beggar" was played by the orchestra for the first time in Llandudno, and fairly brought down the house. The valse "La Barcarolle" (Wald- ten fel) was finely executed, and at once estab- lished the reputation of the orchestra, as being most able. Madame Sadler-Fogg sang Cowen's song, entitled the "Swallows," with great effect, and in response to an encore, rendered that beautiful Irish ballad "Dear Little Shamrock of Ireland." The pianoforte solo (a.) "Scherzo in C. Sharp Minor" (Chopin), and (b). "Staccato Caprice" (Vogrich), bv Mr Bartle was grand, and actually thrilled the house. Notwithstand- ing frequent calls Mr Bartle refused to re-play. The national fantasia "Albion" (Baeteus) on English, Irish Scotch, and Welsh airs, bv the orchestra, was a treat. The overture "Merry Wives of Windsor" was as fresh and' as good as ever, while the harp solo by Miss Florence Lane, was beyond the expectations of all. Miss .T,ane was enthusiastically re-called, as was Madame Sadler-Fogg after'her rendering of the Allitsen's patriotic sontr, "There's a Land." The three dances "IIemv VIII." (Edward German), and the new march bv Mario Costa, entitled e "Frangesa," both of which were well-rendered by the orchestra, brought an excellent concert to a close. If all the coming concerts can be kept up to the standard of that given on Satur- day evening, there is a treat in store for ^all lovers of music. The sacred concert on Sunday night was good, while the programmes for the week are of a high and popular character.

LLANRWST. INQUEST. An invest was held on Tuesday, by Mr Roberts, deputy-coroner foT North Carnarvonshire, touching the death of John Lloyd, Tanycoed Cottage, Gwydyr, near Llanrwst, carter in the .employ of Mr J. lc- Intyre. According to the evidence produced, it appears that deceased was returning from Llanrwst late on the night of Sa/burday, 31st uJt., accompanied bv his wife and brother-in- law. His brother-in-law came with, him as far as the bottom of the steps leading up to "his house, and left him there. Deceased requested his wife to take a parcel to the house, and to come back to assist him to climb up the flight of steps. When she returned, she found de- ceased sitting at the bottom of the steps. He was complaining of 'gaini in his head. She as- sisted him to the house. She dad not know whether he was drunk or ill. He had been com- plaining of pain in his head previous to that night.-Dr H. Parry, Llanrwst., stated that he was called to the deceased' on Tuesday, 3.rd inSt., found him semi-conscious, and remained' so until he died at 5 a.m on Saturday, 7th inst. In his opinion., the cause of death was failure of action of the heart, brought about by injury to the brain, caused by a fall or a blow on the forehead. There was a "bruise on the left side of tihe forehead], Jt might have been caused by a fell on the -steps or a blow.—A verdict of "Ac- cidental death," was brought in.

MINFFORDD. MATRIMONIAL. On Saiturdiay, by the Rev R. Roberts, Miss Owen, the daughter of Mr Solomon Owen, Boston Lodge, was married to Mr Robert Isaac Jones, Shop.

PENRH YNDE UDRAET fT. CLOSING MEETING.^—The NazaTeth Liter- ary Society Was brought to a close thi's week, when about 50 members sat to an excellent sup- per at Penybryn, School-room. After the tables had been cleared, tlie following were appointed officers for the coming year:—Chairman, Mr R. Davies; vice-chairman, Mr Rees Jones; trea- surer, Mr John Owen; secretary, Mr G. R. Jones. SPECIAL POLICE COURT.—Sydney Fenn and John Land were sentenced to seven and ten days respectively for begging. They were brought up on Saturday before W. Jones, Esq. DF,ATTI.-I-a one of our recent. issues, the death was announced of Mr Richard Rowlands, fruit merchant, which took place, in Liverpool, as the result of an operation. On April the 3rd, at the age of 20, lias son, William Richard, who assisted his father, died, and was interred on Saturday, in the Penrhyn Cemetery. A DEBATE.—On Friday evening, the Good Templars held a debate 'upon the question, "Which is the more injurious to society, the J miser or the spendthrift?" P.C. D. R. Davies held that the former was the more injurious, whilst Mr Owen Jones was of opinion it was the latter. Both views found supporters, but on division, P.C. Davies carried the day bv 19 votes to seven. Mr R. G. Pritchaird -nresided. SUPPER.—On Tuesday evening, the follow- ing ladies arranged a supper for the Gorphwys- fa Literary Society:—Mrs Edwards, Medioil Hall; Mrs Daniels, Mrs Jones, Hyfrydle; Mrs Jones, Griffin-terrace; Mrs Davies, Castle- street; Mrs Humphreys, Gwalia; Miss Davies. Stone House; Miss Jones, Bwlch Bryn; Miss Jones, Manchester House; Miss Katie Hughes, Miss Parry, Meirion House; Miss Jennie Da- vies, and Miss Owen, Hyfiydle. Addresses were delivered by t,he President, Mr J. Bennett Jones, Mr R. Rowlands, Mr O. Pritchard, and ,the Rev R. Roberts. The proceedings were termbiated by singing "Hen Wlad fy Nhadau," Mr R. Jones, School House, taking the soio.

PORTMADOC. 1 THE .sHOW.-We understand that Mr E. Buckley, J.P., hAs conmnt-ed to act as president of the shbw for this year. AN ACCIDENT AT FESTINIOiG. Mr Qweru Parry, East-avenue, met with a serious accident to his leg and thiat one of the Fes- tiniog quarries. "THE NEW SURVEYOR.—Mr Morgan Tho- mas (the new surveyor) and his family removed here last week, and Mr Thomas has entered upon his duties. VISITORS.—We understand that visitors are applying for apartments at Borth, and that some have been secured for the week after Easter. Borth is a delightful resort for visitors. THE MISSION SCHOOLS.—On Wednesday, the mission schools, at Saw Mill and Tanygnrth held their annual treat. These missions are affi- liated with the Tabernacle and Garth Chapels. They were provided with a sumptuous tea, etc. PRESENTATION.—At the Sawmill School- room, on Wednesday evening, Mr Hugh Janes, blockmaker, late of Cornhill, but now of Car- narvon, was the recipient of a number of books, etc., in recognition of his services in connection with the school for a long period. IMPROVEMENTS.—The new parish room for the use of the Church is nearly complete, as also is the new church tower of St. iohn's. Mr Percival is the principal subscriber to the latter, which will cost from 22500 to £3000. The cost of the other building is estimated) at about 91000, and Mr Percival subscribes 2500 of this sum also. EIVION LIBERALS.—Friday evening, the Liberals of the town met to elect representatives from the town and district to attend the Eivion Liberal Association, Mr Richard Davies, C.C., presided, and the following were elected Messrs C. E. Breese, Morfa Lod'ge; Jonathan Davies, Broneivion; John Jones, Garth-terrace; R. G. Humphreys (R. o Fadog), Capt. Morris Jones, Lombard-street; Messrs W. Morris Jones, soli- citor J. Jones Morris, solicitor; and W. Jones (Ff estinfab). FUNERAL.—The late Captain W. Hughes, Ceylon Villa, was interred on Saturday, when there were tokens of respect and grief to be seen on iall hands. The following were present The Rev W. J. Nicholson, Dr W. E. Williams, Messrs D. Hughes, H. Hughes, and Emrys Hushes (sons), Captain Morris (son-in-law), Ro- bert Hughes, Rev Henry Hug'hes, Evan Hughes (brothers), W. Roberts, 'Borth (brother-in-law); Owen Hughas, Hugh Hughes, and E. H. Hughes (nephews), and Mr W. A. Lloyd. SUPPER AND 'CONCERT.—On Wednes- day evening, at Zion, the literary society brought the season to am end with a. supper, prepared' by Mrs Williams, Gest View, assisted by a number of ladies. A miscellaneous meet- ing was subsequently held, the Rev O. Jones presiding. The following took part: Mr Ames and party, Messrs W. Jones, Chapel- street, T. S. Jones, Prenteg; W. P. Hum- phreys, Miss Jones, Madcc-street; Messrs Joseph Williams, W. P. Humphreys, and Jones. SALE.—On Friday, as announced in our ad- I vertising columns, Mr Henry Roberts held a sale on the stock of the late Mr Richard Barnett, car, proprietor, &c. A good number assembled, and I good prices were realised for the vehicles and the animals. The hearse was bought by Capt. Williams, of the "Mitre," Maes, Pwllheli, for L32. Messrs Abrahams, of Barmouth, also pur- chased largely, and a good amount of the stock went to Arvon and Merioneth. There were some hundreds present. The solicitors were Messrs Jones and Jones, Portmadoe. TEMPERANCE. The committee! of the Portmadoe Branch of the North Wales I Women's Temperance Association, invited all the members of the Dorcas Societies connected 'I with the local branch to a "knife and fork tea" in the Garth School-room, on Friday evening. The following ladies gave their services —Mrs \1 Morris, Oakeley's; Mrs Evans, High-street; Mrs Ellis Jones, Snowdon-street; Mrs Llew- ellyn Jones, do.; Mrs Owen, Garth-terrace; Mrs Jones, Rhiw House; Miss Thomas, High- ) street,; Miss Jones, Penyclogwyn; Miss Jones, I and Miss Hughes, Madoc-street; and Miss Ada Jones, Post-office (the secretary of the branch). Subsequently, an entertaining, programme was gione through, under the presidency of Mrs John Evans, the president of the branch. SCHOOL BOARD.—On Wednesday evening, the monthly meeting of this board was held, when Messrs D. R. Thomas (chairman), R. Hughes (vice-chairman). E. H. Roberts, Hugh Parry. J. E. Jones, J. iR. Pritchard, Rev W. Ross Hughes, and Mr W. Morris Jones -(clerk), were present.—Mr Jonathan Davies wrote inti- mating, on behalf of the trustees of Breese Scholarship, that they intended offering three prizes this year.-The report on the quarterly examination of the pupil-teachers was then con- sidered. It was stated that thfe reason, that some of the teachers stood' so low in the examination I was sickness. The Vice-chairman said, that Borth had come out well.—Miss Evans, assist- ant mistress at the gids' school, sent in her re- signation. It is understood that Miss Evans has received am appointment under the Carnar- von Board. It was resolved to adjourn accept- ing her resignation, and some of the members were appointed to see her on the matter.—The precept for the year amounted to LIIOO, equal to a rate of Is 9d in the pound. CANTATA.—On Wednesday evening, at the Schoolroom of the Memorial Chapel, a per- formance was given of the sacred cantata, "Un- der the Palms," by the choir of the above chapel, aided by several local artistes, under the con- ductorship of Mr W. Windsor Jones. Mr John R. Owen, Castell-y-Garth, occupied the chair. The solos, quartettes, &c., were taken by the following artistes:—Mrs Williams, Misses Ev- ans, Llwynderw; A. E. Davies, High-street; C. A. Roberts, and Ann J. Pritchard, East- avenue Mr Evans, Bank-place; E. Jones, Madoc-street; L. Thorpe, Messrs R. Morgan, Ezra. Lewis. John Davies, Elias Pierce. O. Prit- chard, R. B. Thorpe, W. Roberts, 0. Hughes, I Edward Evans. Miss E. James Jones recited. After the Xerfo-rmance, a miscellaneous pro- I gramme was gone through, in which the choir, the soloists, and the Misses Ellen Owens and Nellie Hughes took part. A vote of thanks was accorded to the chairman, on the proposi- tion of Mr John Pritchard, seconded by Mr Da- vid Owen, also to all the ladies and gentlemen who had so kindly given help to the cause. The duties of secretary were carried out by Mr J. Percy Roberts.

PWLLHELI. THE REV CANON DAVIES, B.A.—The popular vicar occupied the pulpit at the Ban- gor Cathedral on Sundav last. GENEROSITY. — Mr Richard Roberts, solicitor, has again given a donation of JB50 to- wards the North-street School bazaar. BUILDING.—As the fine business premises, which are being built in High-street, are near- ing completion, the street gives the appearance of having been remodelled. TOWN COUNCIL.—The town council was to have met on Tuesday, but owing to the fact that the committees (had not completed their work, the meeting was not held at its ordinary I time. MILITARY.—We are given to understand that Mr W. Hughes, of the National Provincial Bank, has obtained the consent of the military authorities for the establishment of a volunteer company in the town. ESCAPE.—The Mayor (Dr 0. Wynn Griffith) and Mr Roberts, veterinary surgeon, had a nar- row escape in North-street, last week. The horse bolted, and they were both thrown out of the trap, but fortunately were not much in- jured. THE REV W. J. NICHOLSON.—On Mon- day night, at Penlan, the above popular minis- II ter preached to a large congregation. He also advocated the "Forward Movement" in accord- ance with the resolution passed by we quarterly meeting. SCHOOL BOARD.—A meeting of the board was held m- Tuesday night, Mr O. Rofoyns Owen in the chair. The only business was to issue a precept for the coming year. It was estimated that about £ 500 would be required, but the matter was eventually adjourned. CO-OPERATION.—We understand that the promoters of the Eisteddfod at Salem, and the athletic sports at the Recreation Ground, to be held on Easter Monday, have come to an under- standing so as not to clash one with the other. It is anticipated that there will be a large at- tendance at both. ST. PETER'S CHURCH.—Services are held every evening alteroatelv in English and Welsh during the Passion Week. The officiating clergy were the Revs Canon E. T. Davies, B.A., H. R. Hughes, A. 0. Evans (diocesan, inspector), David Jones (vicar of Abererch), J. Lloyd Jones, M.A. (Criccieth). and W. E. Jones (vicar of Llannor). Collections were made in aid of the Clerical Augmentation runct and the Church Extension Societv. SOUTH BEACH. On Thursday evening, the Band of Hope and the congregqtion of the above place of worship sat down to a capital repast. Mr D. C. Evans showed a. series of splendid views, with the aid of the magic lan- tern, illustrating the various mission1-fields. The Rev Griffith Hughes, formerly a missionary, contributed much to the interest of the pic- tures by his descriptions and explanations of them. The remainder .of the programme con- sisted of singing by the children, under the leadership of Mr W. Jones. Warm thanks were accorded to Mr Evans and to the Rev G. Husbes, on the motion of Mr E. R. Davies, seconded by Captain Williams.

TREMADOC. DEATHS. On Wednesday, the death took place of Mrs Johnson, the r. h" of Mr Johnson, I cabinet maker, after a short i'!ness.—On Thurs- cluv, the death took place of Mrs Evans, Madoc- I i street.

PORTMADOC URBAN COUNCIL. TUESDAY.—Mr D. Morris in the chair, FINANCIAL.—The Chairman of the tiuu.n-< v committee reported that the sum of £ 1^ ,f general district rate had' been coll«c-t'-d Ta T favour of the council at the bank, £1088. Dur- ing the year, the total of £ 3456 was collected, including £ 1851 on the district rate account, and L1046 gas rentals. The committee recom- mended the council to take proceedings for the recovery of the remaining amounts due.—The Chairman said that the figures were very favour- able, and showed an increase in the receipts gen,e,rallv.-The. report was adopted. MISCELLANEOUS.—Plans of several new houses and shops were submitted and confirmed. -The births registered during the month num- bered 12; deaths, 19.—It was decided' to place a new lamp on the Morfa Bychan road near Ga.maJlt.-The recommendations of the works committee with reference to the letting of the Market Hall were adopted. THE ANNUAL MEETING.—On the motion of Mr D. Williams, seconded bv Mr M<ga<n Jones, it was resolved that the annual meeting of the council for election of chairman, etc., be held on April 24th. BANGOR COLLEGE. A letter was read from the above college relative to lectures on agriculture, and the establishment of dairy classes in the district.—Mr D. Williams thought this was a matter more for the school board than for them.—The Chairman was of the same opinion.—Mr Jonathan Davies said he thought they had had lectures and classes in the Tre- madoo district.—Mr W. Williams (Tremadoc), replying, said they did much good.—Mr Jon- athan Davies mentioned that lectures on geology would be given in the county soon, and said he thought it very advisable that the clerk should send for more particulars.—Mr W. Williams seconded, and this wa.s agreed to. PREPARING.—The committee appointed to fix seats, etc., a)bout the town for the summer months, for the convenience of visitors, were re- I quested to meet at once. THE NEW SURVEYOR.—The Chairman, on behalf of the board, welcomed the new sur- veyor, Mr Morgan Thomas, who has just taken up his duties.

PORTMADOC COUNTY SCHOOL. THE LEASE OF THE RECREATION GROUND. The following governors met on Friday even- ing :—Rev LI. R. Hughes, M.A. (chairman), Dr Morris, Messrs J. T. Jones, J. Rhys Evans, M.A., Rev John Owen, M.A., and Mr W. Morris Jones (clerk). The minutes of the previous meeting were adopted. The Clerk announced that he had received a notification from the Portmadoe School Board that they had adopted the principle of the pro- posal re the training of pupil teachers at their last meeting, but had not bound themselves to carry out the details. The reports of the financial committee were read. It was urged that they should endeavour to get in all the arrears, and it was announced that L10 had been received according to promise from a certain party towards the school, and it was suggested that an effort be made to get all the other promised sums paid. A discussion took place upon the question of getting a certain sum towards technical educa- tion in the school, from the county governors, and several bills were recommended to be paid. The list of arrears on the part of parents and others were gone through, and resolutions passed thereon. The report was passed on the suggestion of Mr J. T. Jones, seconded by Mr Jonathan Davies. The recommendations of the general works committee were read with regard to the closing of the recreation ground, the erection of the en- trance, &c. They had also inspected the gate- way, in company with Mr Evan Humphreys, and the work proposed to be done there. It was as- serted that the stones there were proper stones for the purpose, and would last. Mr Humphreys had given a tender for the improved plans, but it was understood that they were not in a posi- tion to commence the work until Mr Casson's return. Dr Morris held that the committee had over- stepped their rights, but the Chairman and Mr J. Rhys Evans said that they had not. They had neither suggested a tender nor accepted the same, but they foresaw that the expenses would be high, and too high according to what was necessary to be done. Dr Morris was of opinion it was unreasonable to collect money for the school, and to give such a large sum towards such an object. Rev J. Owen To whom do the bridge and the entrance belong—to the county? Mr Jonathan Davies To the estate. Mr Davies further asked if the chairman did not consider the sum asked quite unreasonable to be expended in this manner. The Chairman Certainly, it is. He further gave details of what the committee had done in the way of inquiry about the prices of the various items, etc. Dr Morris still protested against the commit- tee giving in in this matter. The report was, eventually, passed. Subsequently, the following letter from Messrs Breese, Jones, and Casson, was read, contain- ing Mr Casson's explanation of the action which had been commented upon at the last meeting — Portmadoe, 20th March, 1900. Lease of Recreation Ground. Dear Sir,—We are in receipt of your letter of the 16th instant, addressed to Mr Casson. The lease is in our custody as solicitors for the late Major Roche as explained repeatedly to you. It is an absolutely incorrect statement to assert that Mr Casson's requirements as agent have been complied with. We think it best to remind the governors of how this matter stands. The gateway was erected in September, 1897. On the 22nd September, 1897, Mr Casson wrote you, drawing attention to the objectionable manner in which the work had been carried out, and it was ar- ranged that the work should be re-executed satis- factorily. Notwithstanding frequent letters from him and interviews with different sub- committees appointed to deal with this small matter, and promises that the work should be done, nothing has, in fact, been done. In the summer of 1898, in consequence of the views of the Charity Commissioners, we re- quested Major Roche to execute a fresh lease which could be enrolled. At the same time we explained to him the difficulty experienced in getting the gateway put right, and he consented to execute the new lease, and did so on the 28th October, 1898, at the same time instructing us not to hand it over until the gateway had been put right to Mr Casson's satisfaction—a whole year having then passed. We wrote informing you that we could not part with the lease until the gateway had been put in order. On the 13th October, 1899 (a second year having passed) Mr Casson agreed at the request of one of the sub- committees that the present gateway should be wholly done away with, and a proper turn in made and a gate erected nearer the school. That letter was not replied to until the 15th November, and he replied on the 16th November. Some time ago Mr Evan Humphreys produced a rough plan to Mr Casson, which he approved subject to slight amendments.—Yours faithfully, Breese, JQnes, and Casson. W. Morris Jones, Esq., Clerk to the Inter- mediate School Governors, Portmadoc. It was decided to proceed to the next business. Mr Richard Hughes, Ynystowvn, was re- elected auditor, on the proposal of the Rev J. Owen, seconded by Mr J. T. Jones. The governor looked with favour upon the suggestion from Bangor College, that agricul- tural lectures be delivered at the school by the college staff. I Mr Jonathan Davies, in accordance with a notice given previously, recommended that music lessons be given at the school by an outside teacher. ) The proposal was passed, and a committee ap- pointed to consider it further.

SHIPPING IN fELLIGENCE. PORTMADOC. ? ARRIVED.—Rebecca, s.s., Captain Roberts, from Liverpool; Reliance, Williams. Pwllheli; 1 Idea, Williams, Newry; Village Maid, Hum- phrevs, Queenstown Aeron Lass, Jones, Vvork* ington; Margaret Ellen, Thomas, Britonferry. SAILED.—Rebecca, s.s., Captain Roberts, for Liverpool. CARNARVON. ARRIVED.—Christiana, s.s.. Captain Grif- fiths, from Liverpool; Prince Ja Ja, s.s.. Evans, do. Craignair, s.s., Williams, do. Rheidiol ■> Vale, Evans, Britonferry; Gold Seeker, Elliot. Skerries Fingal, Mulligan, Kilkeel; County of Lisbourne, Jenkins, Barmouth. SAILED.—Christiana, s.s., Captain Griffiths, for Liverpool; Prince Ja Ja, s.s., Evans, do. Craignair, s.s., Williams, do. Eliza Bond. Ro- berts, Irvin; County of Lisbourne, Jenkins, Liverpool.

PWLLHELI COUNTY PETTY SESSIONS. WEDNESDAY.-Before R Carreg, Esq., and other magistrates. A PUBLICAN FINED.—The adjourned charge against W. Evans, Gegin Fawr. Aber- daron, of being drunk on his own license pre- mises, was proceeded with.The evidence given at the previous court was repeated, and the de- fendant was fined J31 and cots, the license to be endorsed. Fourteen days' were allowed the de- fendant to pay. DRUNK.—Richard Griffith, Ty'nymur, was summoned for being drunk and disorderly on the 29th ult.-Defendaut pleaded guilty, and was fined 2s 6d and costs. THE BRYN FOULK QUARRY CASE —Mr Arthen Owen applied for the costs of the land- lord and tenant in the above case, heard at the previous court.-—Mr A. Ivor Parry appeared for the Lleyn Rural Council.—The Clerk said that it would only be fair for the other magistrate, who sat during the hearing of the case, to be pre- sent to hear the present application.—Mr Arthen Owen concurred.—The application was ad- journed to the next court.

A DESERTED FARM. i n ffj made on Tuesday, at Rhyl Police Court, for the institution of proceedings for the recovery of possession of a three-acre farm and buildings at Dyserth, a village some few miles disiant from Rhyl. The owners of the property are the Dyserth Quarry and Lime Companv. whidW firm is composed of Mr John Thnm:" i.-s.w, ofi Linwood, Southport, and the represec.-aives of the late Mr Thomas Bernard Ward. 8/. Y jctori road. Birkenhead. They were now r r- en ted by Mr I. Roberts, from the office of ?v'i Cope, of Holywell. The farm is knr v n ;,s Ochr-y- Foel. and the tenant is Mr David Humphreys, lead miner, stated to be residing P.1, Slight's Cottage, in the district known as Ochr v Foel, Dyserth. On March 10th, the information' against him stated he was in arrear of rent ftot the amount of B151 11s 6d, being thr- rack-rent payable for the preceding eleven vorvs 'ud ten months. He had deserted the ¡i'll,¡; "asedJ to use the premises, which were otively uncultiva,ted and unkept, so that 1J0 <?fHoienti distress could be had to countervail i lip saidi arrears of rent. Therefore, the justVes were requested to go upon and view the rcemises, and. upon being satisfied as to their being de- serted, and as to due notice having bee:' given to the tenant, to take possession of the, same and deliver them up to the appli-anfs. The,, farm, it appeared. adjoins the ,nir1 s' nuarry. A vear a so, jud gment was ah on in ( li e High,' Court, against the tenani for the airiuxint of rent then due. The Bench now c-ir.ttd. the application, and appointed Dr Evton LJovd. Mr J H. Ells- and Mr M. A. Ralli u> inspect the and *FFIX notice rpnr> i.he JWYwi-es, and on Mav the first, to hand over the pf, tc the applicants.

WELSH CHORAL FESTIVAL AT LIVER- POOL.—The eighth annual festival was held on Tuesday night, at Great George-street Chapel, Liverpool, under the conductorship of Dr Joseph Parrv and choirs from all the Welsh Independ- ent Chapels of Liverpool, Birkenhead, Bootle, Seacombe, Widnes, Prescot, and Earlestown, took part, making in all about 800 voices. Mr William Jones, Geneva-road, presided over a numerous gathering, the organist being Mr S. Claude Ridley, and the soloists Mrs Morgan Jones-Davieg and Messrs Aneurin Jones and J. D. Jones. The Chairman brieflv referred to the many eminent men Wales had produced in the world of music, and rejoiced they had so worthy a successor in Dr Joseph Parry. The programme of the evening was then proceeded with. The tunes sung included "Rartholdy." "Bryngwyn," "Spohr," "Paradwvs," and( others from the Welsh Congregational Tune-book, and the anthems, "Mor hawddgar yw dy bebyll" (Dr Parry), and "0 anfeidrol rym v cariad" (J. H. Roberts). The singing was marked bv great precision and fervour. In the course of the evening, the Revs O. L. Roberts and J. O. Williams gave short addresses with reference to congregational singing.

BANOR. NEW WESLEYAN PASTOR.—The Rev F. Parker, Headingley College, Leeds, has been appointed pastor of the English Wesleyan Chapel, Bangor, in succesion to the Rev Frank Edwards, who has left Bangor for South Africa, to act as chaplain in Sir Redvers Buller's force. The new pastor will preach his inaugural ser- mon on Sunday, having been accorded a friend- ly reception a few days previously. LICENSING.—At the Petty Sessions, on Tuesday, Harry Clegg, Esq., being the presiding magistrate, Mr P. S. Gregory, architect, on be- half of the owner of the City Hotel, made an ap- plicatiori to the Bench for their approval of certain structural alterations. The application was granted.—On the application of Mr S. R. Dew, the license of the Manchester Arms was temporarily transferred to Mr Rhys Griffith, of Dinas Mawddwy.

CARNARVON. TWO DEMONSTRATIONS, one in favour of crushing the Boers; and the other in favour of conciliating them, will probably be held in Car- narvon, next week. SUCCESS.—Mr T. G. Thomas, of the Carnar- von Post-office, a pupil of Mr S. Maurice Jones, A.R.C.A., succeeded in carrying away the prize of five guineas offered by the Liverpool Eistedd- fod committee for the best design of a bardic oak chair. There were eight competitors. THE ROWING CLUB.—A meeting of the Carnarvon Rowing Club was held on Wednes- day night, when the balance-sheet was sub- mitted by the secretary. The club seems to be in a flourishing state, and has a membership of 90. The debts of the club have 'been, during the year, reduced' from L30 to L14. THE WELSH HOSPITAL.—The staff for the Welsh Hospital, consisting of about 50 medical officers and sisters, will sail from Liverpool, on board the "Canada," on Saturday. They will take with them apparatus for 75 beds, and pro- ) vision for 25 additional beds will be made. Miss Williams, eldest daughter of Mr R. D. Williams, solicitor, Carnarvon, is among the nurses engaged, and her sister also volunteered! her services, but it was found that the requisite number had been secured. As the result of the collection made by Mrs Dr Parry, which amounted to L64, one of the beds will be called the "Carnarvon Bed." WILL OF -THE LATE MR J. JONES, MINAFON.—Probate of the will, which bears date November 23rd, 1891, with a codicil of the 22nd September, 1899, of Mr John Jones, of Minafon, Carnarvon, J.P., who died on the 28th of December last, aged fifty-nine years, and, whose estate has been valued at L22,387 14s, including personalty of the net value of L20,431 13s 6d, has been granted to his son, William Samuel Jones, of Minafon, solicitor; Lewis Rees Thomas, of Carnarvon, solicitor; and Maurice Thomas Morris, of Carnarvon; and the testator bequeathed to his youngest son, Albert Victor. a silver cradle and two side pieces of plate, and the illuminated address presented to him during his mayoralty; and he bequeathed! to his wife Mrs Jane Margaret Jones, the use and enjov- ment during her widowhood of his house and household] effects, and the imcome of his resi- duary estate for the maintenance of herself and his children: and, subject to her interest. Mr Jones's residuary estate is to be in trust in equal shares for all of his children, but if any of his children should marrv durinq the wirlow- hood! of Mrs Jones, they are to receive £ 50 a year each from the income of the residuary estate. FANCY DRESS DANCE.—A fancv dress dance was held bv the Carnarvon Oua^ri7le Partv. at the Assembly Rooms. Market-sn*"et, on Wednesday, when the following ch p meters were represented!Miss White, Union Jack; Miss Emily Morris, peace; Miss A. Williams, red. white and blue; Miss A. Fisher. Miss F. Rees, violets Miss A. Bradwen, nnp^v • Miss A. Jones, milk maid Miss E. H. M^rr-s, Shamrock; Miss L. Sheals, zingara fis" J. Jones, fairy; Miss A. K. Bradwen. school girl; Miss K. Tegarty, confetti; Miss L. Jones, red, white and blue; Miss G. Bradwen, flower girl; Miss F. Foulkes, frivolity; Miss Jones, Mary I Contrary; Miss A. Morris, Mrs White, Mrs Ames, gipsey; Mr John Morgan, Earl of Leicester; Mr W. H. Jones, Cronje; Mrs A. Richards, busy bee; Mr J. W. Kinsley, footballer; Mrs T. Perry, Jack Tar; Mr R. Jones, khaki; Mr E. Ames, Jack Tar; Mr H. Billings, jester; Mr W. G. Jones, Bugler Dunn Mr P. F. Lacey, Dr Grace; Mr LI. Cole, Buffalo Bill; Mr White, artillery man Colour- sergeant Aldridge, Turk; Mr H. Holt, clown; Mr R. Isaac, Jack Tar Mr Lucas, Indian lady Mr W. A. Thomas, King Charles II. Mr Ferrey, the New Woman; Mr Charles Robbey, Nelson; Mr A. Duncan, Chinaman. Accom- panist, Master Willie Morris. The refreshments were suppied by Mr L. Closs Davies.

COLWY* BAY. GOVERNMENT INQUIRY. On Wednes- day, Colonel H. F. Turner, C.B., R.E., held an inquiry on behalf of the Local Government Board into applications by the Colwyn Bay and Colwyn District Council for loans of JB8200 for various purposes, JB200 for promenade purposes, L100 for the provision of sanitary plant, and L70 for fire brigade purposes. The bulk of the first-named item was for the purpose of repaying to the Cowlyd Water Board the costs of new mains through the council's district from Sam Mynach to Llysfaen.—Mr George Bevan, chair- man of the district council; several members of the council, a few ratepayers, and Mr Joseph H. Roberts (clerk), and Mr W. Jones (surveyor to the council), were jwesent, and the two latter gentlemen explained to the inspector the details of the applications, and the particulars as to population, ratable value, outstanding loans, etc., which have recentlv been published on several occasions.—There was no opposition.

MARRIAGE OF MR THOMAS ROBIN- SON, TALYSARN HALL.—On Tuesday, j All Saints' Church, St. Helier, Jersey, Mr Thomas Robinson,, Talysarn Hall, Carnarvon, was married to Miss Emily Dyson, second daughter of the late Mr Joseph Dyson, Hollin- wood, near Oldham.. Owmg to the recent death of the bridegroom's father — the late Hio-h- sheriff of Carnarvonshire—the wedding was a very quiet one, none but the nearest relatives beinl, present. The bride was given away bv her brother, Mr Thomas and, was at- tended by her sister, Miss Lucy Dyson, and by Mis's Dorothy Robinson. Talvsarn Hall. The wedding1 breakfast was given at the Grand Hotel. St. Helier, after which the bride an,.1 bridegroom left for the Continent. They will k return to Carnarvonshire in May.

|^LATEST N r" s. TUE_W ~R~ t,ï'£¿ r\; T 0- D A Y',S i\ { VV S. FIGHTING AT WEPENER. Telegrams from Aliwai North state that fight- • mg took place at Wepener, in the Free State, near the Basutoland border, on Sunday and onday. The Boers were in considerable, strength, and on Sunday, the fighting lasted! till half-past two in the afterr,>c; B sides lost heavily. ELANDSLAAGTE AGAIN Fighting is reported in Natal from the direc. tion of Elandslaagte. The Bbers have at tempted to push back the British positions -,i)uth of Sundays River. Ultimately tbp Boer were silenced. The British losses were four iuiied and eight wounded. AT MAFEKING. BRITISH REPULSED. A telegram from Pretoria states that a body of Kaffirs made their way out of Mafeking, on the night of the 5th inst. The enemy followed, and in course of a sharp fight, killed 31. Details are to hand of Colonel Plumer's ad- vance to within sight of Mafeking. Severe fighting took place, and the British were forced back on their base. Colonel Plumer's losses were ten killed, 27 wounded, and eleven missing. REPORTED DEATH OF BADEN-POWELL. From Pretoria comes a report that Colonel Baden-Powell is dead. There is nothing, how- ever, to confirm this report. MONDAY'S FIGHTING. Lord Roberts telegraphs that the Boers have been very active during the past few da vs. One commando is close to Aliwal North, and another has attacked Wepener. On Monday, the gar- rison, which is folding out gallantly, inflicted serious loss on the enemy. The British losses were eleven killed, and 41 wounded. Fighting was resumed on Tuesday, with what result is not yet known. ALLEGED BOER SUCCESS. A telegram from Boer sources that General de Wet, on Saturday last., atU-.ked the British near Meerkatsfostein, capturing 900 prisoners, and killing and wounding 600. This report is entirely discredited at the War Office.

"musical instruments of a kind, and, evidently, intended to incite a riot, so that the police would be perfectly justified in dispersing them for that reason alone. Had they done so, they would; have only carried out the law in its letter and in spirit. I know that it is difficult at all times for the police to maintain order, but I know also, as j a prominent minister declared on Sunday last, that the law can be administered so as to suit the circumstances, or the views of certain classes of men, and it would be idle for anyone to say that the crowd congregated around the Penrhyn Hall could not have been dispersed without violence had the proper precautions been taken. It was not a very formidable one, to begin with. Take for instance the damage done at the back of the hall. Here was a narrow lane which five police officers at each entrance could easily have protected against invasion by the crowd. It could have been kept clear and no damage would have been done, but the police failed to keep it clear, with the result that every window at the back was broken. The cowardly action of the imbeciles, who threw stones at the speakers at the close of the meeting, must be deplored by Liberals and Conservatives alike, and must be attributed to the action of the Liberal Jingo press that has poisoned the minds of the people by preaching a doctrine which is as opposed to the interest of Liberalism as are the arguments of the Jingo crowd to the ultimate success of their campaign. As to Mr Lloyd-George there can be no doubt that the dastardly attempt made to maim him will create a feeling of sympathy for him and serve to make him still more popular.