The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

A peaceful revolution was greeted by Parliament with acclamation this week, and the fact was not surprising, for Parliament itself had prepared and brought about the revolution. It would not be strictly accu- rate to say that from the days of its origin to the end of the Great War, Parliament had been an Eveless Eden. It has not always been an Eden in the pristine sense, and there are vestiges and traces of glimpses of femininity that were vouchsafed to the lords of Parliament in the Middle Ages. But no woman as a representative of the general electorate and of voters of her sex has ever been inducted into membership of the House of Commons before this week. The ceremony was highly significant. Indeed it was a portent, and, if it stood alone, it would certainly deliver the present Parlia- ment and the Coalition majority in it in the eyes of all honest men and women from the perverse charge of being an organ of re- action." It does not stand alone. It synchronises with the final Parliamentary ttages of a very remarkable Bill to inaugu- rate far-reaching changes in the legal and social fabric of our national life. This Ministerial measure is the Sex Disqualifica- tion Removal Bill. It is the natural and necessary sequence of the grant of the Par- liamentary franchise to women, and it pro- vides that:— A person shall not be disqualified by sex or marriage from the exercise of any public function or from being appointed to or holding any civil or judicial office or post, or from entering or assuming or carrying on any civil profession or voca- tion, or for admission to any incorporated society (whether incorporated by Royal Charter or otherwise), and a person shall not be exempted by sex: or marriage from the liability to serve as a juror." Various stipulations modifying and ad- justing this general emancipation according to the dictates of commonsense foUow in the Text of the Bill, which then explicitly re- moves certain ancient and resented barriers in the following form:— "A woman shall be entitled to be ad- mitted and enrolled as a solicitor after serving under articles for three years only if either she has taken such a university degree as would have so entitled her had she been a man, or if she has been admit- ted to and passed the final examination .&nd kept, under the conditiont required of women by the university, the period of residence necessary for a man to obtain a .degree at any university which did not at the time the examination was passed admit women to degrees. Nothing in the statutes or charter of any university shall be deemed to preclude the authorities of such university from making such provision as they shall think fit to. Vie wdmissioii of women to membership thereof or to any -degree, right, or privilege therein or in oonnection therewith." The authority of Parliament has lately challenged by the executives of some of the great trade unions, and it is instruc- tive to compare the liberality of the ideas to which Parliament has given effect in ack- nowledging the new status accorded by a grateful nation to women in honour of their noble service in the war with the standpoint which these professedly enlightened and de- mocratic trade union executives still main- tain in dealing with the industrial claims of women. They cling to the power and custom of exclusion. In this connection the contrast shows very plainly where the spirit of re- action and the jealous preservation of privi- leges are to be found. It is scarcely to be expected that the Government Bill to limit the profits of the ooalowners to Is. 2d. per ton upon every ton .of coal raised will be allowed to pass with- out the strongest possible opposition by the interests concerned. Moreover there is every probability that this opposition will bo very considerably strengthened by the large volume of sane opinion which holds that the less interference by Government there is in trade and commerce the better it will be for the public generally. On what ground is legislation of this kind proposed as against a particular industry? It is no answer to say that the country must have a large supply: that coal is in a very special way the" key .commodity of practically the whole of our industrial activity. This country and all the world, in fact, is in need of large supplies of every imaginable commodity and every industrial country is clamouring for raw materials of every kind. But no Govern- ment or party has suggested that there should be a limitation of profits in any other industry except coal mining: to the contrary inducements are being offered in various .directions both by way of guaranteed prices and subsidies to stimulate production. It ,is rather absurd to suggest that the coal- owners are wanting in patriotism or that they aire even tarred with the same brush as the Smillieites because they point out that the Government way is likely to cripple pro- duction. The coalowners are mere men; and human nature, being what it is, expects a fair return on its enterprise; and a parti- cular class chosen for the infliction of grievous penalties not unnaturally resents an invidious and arbitrary selection. In no Other industry i it proposed to limit the selling price of the commodity. Other in- dustries are entitled to retain their pre-war standards of profits plus sixty per cent. of ftny excess. In the coal trade it is proposed to effect a reduction of the pre-war profits to the extent of about 47.5 per cent. and in such a way as to render coal-mining abso- lutely unremunerative in a very large num- ber of collieries. For while the profits are reduced by nearly one-half their pre-war standard, the purchasing power of money to-day bears no relation to the pre-war value; and this fact again is aggravated by the burden of increased taxation. In the opinion of very capable judges the coal industry cannot remain self-supporting if the Government proposals are carried into effect. There will be no money in it for capital outlay or for development expenditure; nor toan it be expected that owners will use any of the reserve funds which they may have accumulated in the past to enlarge their workings and open new galleries in a non- paying enterprise. It is the country and the interests of industry generally that will suffer by this shortsighted policy of Govern- ment interference. Our policy should be to stimulate production, not to arrest it by proposals which are economically unsound. It cannot be even to the benefit of the work- ing collier to see the industry, in which he hopes for good wages and continuity of employment financially starved and its de- velopment seriously threatened. It cer- tainly is not to the advantage of the public generally; for the coal consumer can only obtain a relatively cheap article when pro- duction is so large as to make the supply fairly abundant. This point surely requires no arguing in these days when the recent increase of six shillings per ton is brought to this very test of production.

Society and Personal A stained glass window erected to wie memory of the late Capt. Marteine Kunes Lloyd, Grenadier Guards, will be unveiled byq General Sir Henry Mackinnon, G.C.B K.C.V.O., and the Right Rev. tne Lord Bishop of St. David's will dedicate it at Llangunllo Church, Henllan, on the 10th of December, at 2 p.m. The engagement is announced between Mr. Gilbert E. F. Goring-Thomasi (Lieu- tenant 3rd R. Welsh Fus.), of Llannon, son of Mr. Rhys Goring-Thomas, of Living- stone, N. Rhodesia, and Phyllis, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Denton-Samuel, of Castlefcrd, Yorks. A marriage has been arranged between Harry Lavallin Puxley, youngest son of the Rev. H. L. Puxley, of Lletherllestry, Car- marthenshire, and Mrg. Puxley, and Wini- fred, elder daughter of the late Admiral of the Fleet Sir Algernon McLennan Lyons, G.C.B., and Lady Lyons, of Kilvrough, Glamorganshire. A marriage will take place between Siched, younger daughter of Mr. Henry Bath, formerly of Alltyferin, Carmarthen- shire, and Mr. G. Arthur Champion de Crespigny, Suffolk Regiment, son of Lieu- tenant-Colonel G. H, Champion de Cres- pigny, C.B.E., of Regent's Park, London.

The Talk is:— That a certain Carmarthen committee, whose members are more representative of themselves than anybody else, have refusd a good offer by the Y.M.C.A. to bring to the town during the winter eminent lec- turers, including Ian Hay, and other cele- brities. Why? That the ex-service men's federation have given the above committee an example by readily accepting the offer of bringing to the town such eminent lecture'rs. That in this direction Carmarthen ought to take "a leaf out of the book' of many a little village. That judging by the rude behaviour of certain people at a Carmarthen function on Sunday evening, and the ignorace they dis- played, tlioy did not seem to know the difference between Shakespeare and "Bardd Talcen-slip." That carol-singing from door to door has already commenced in Carmarthen. That people were hoping that the far- mers' strike would continue. That inspectors of the Ministry of Food are to be sent round all the Christmas markets. Profiteers beware! That people want to know why the co- operation of the discharged soldiers was not invited in connection with the united meetings of the Carmarthen young people's societies this jear, as it was sought last year. That there is much ado in the town that certain people are not invited to a particu- lar dancing class.

Social Evening.—On Friday evening last, Miss B. A. Holme, M.A., headmistress of the County Girls' .chool, and her staff, entertained the staff of the Grammar School at the Girls' School. A 'very enjoyable social evening was spent, dancing and whist being indulged in. Refreshments were served during the evening. There is an extraordinary demand for my Choice Selection of Private Christmas Cards. To avoid disappointment, Order Now. Prices, from 3s. 6d. per dozen.— W. D. Jones, Brvnawel, Parcmain, Car- marthen.' Sample Bock sent to any part of the town—not out of town. No orders will be accepted after December 13. Dance.—The members who attend the dancing classes at St. David's Church Room held a "Long night" on Thursday in last week. There was a large number present, and the dancing was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Messrs Jack Colby Evans and Stanley Evans made capital M.C.'s. Excellent re- freshments were provided. The laccom- panist was Mr. Sam Thomas. Mr. E. <C. Willmott, headmaster of the Cardiff Albany Road School, who will re- tire at the end of tlis year after 45 years" service, 38 of which have been spent in Cardiff as headmaster, received his college training at the Carmarthen Training Col- lege. Personal. — Dr. Edwin T. H. Davies, M.D. (Lou.), M.S. (Lon.), F.R.C.S. (Eng.; (the well-known and successful surgeon in the Western Valleys), son of the late Capt. and Mrs. Davies, Cloth Hall, underwent a seiious operation this week at a private nursing home in London. The operation was very succesful, ar.d the numerous friends of Dr. Davies and the family at Carmarthen will be very glad to hear that the patient is progressing favourably. Water Sheet Young People's Society.— The usual meeting was held on Wednesday evening, the 26th ult. The chair was taken by Mr. John Phillips, London House, and the meeting was opened by the singing of a hymn. Mr. James John gave a very interesting and entertaining address on A Soldier's Exuerieices in France" to a large and attentive audience. The address was much appreciated, and the speaker most heartily thanked for it. Interesting Address. At a meeting of the English Baptist Young People's Guild on Friday evening last, the Rev. Professor M. B. Owen, B.A., B.D., gave an interest- ling address on 'Martin Luther." Mr. J Richards, Southfield, presided. Property Sale. At the Boar'? Head Hotel, Carmarthen, on Saturday, Messrs. Lloyd and Thomas offered for sale propertv at Ferryside. The leasehold house. No. 2, Neptune Villas, leave for 99 years fiom 1869, ground rent El, sold to Mr R Britrbt, White Lion, Ferryside, for JB325. The free- hold ground rent of £ 1 per annum secured upon No. 2, Neptune Villas, was also sold to Mr. Bright for £40. The solicitors were Messrs. Morgan Griffiths, Son and Proper, Carmarthen. Induction.—Meetings in connection NNith the induction of the Rev. D. Gwynfi Dav:es, late of the Y.M.C.A., and who formerly resided at the Avenue, were held at Ramoth Baptist Chapel, Cwmfelin Mynach, on Wednesday and Thursday of last week. The selected preachers were the Revs. Isaac James, Abercanaid; W. S. Jones, Llwyny- pia, and James Nicholas, Castle Street, London. Mr. John Hinds, M.P., chairman 1 of the Welsh Baptist Union, was president cf the induction meeting. The services were 1argely attended throughout. N.S.P.C.C.—The National Society for the Pre,veiitzon of Cruelty to Children investi- gated 3,247 complaints of neglect and cruelty in England, Wales and Ireland during the moth of October. In the Car- marthen and district branch during the month four cases were dealt with affecting eleven children. The local office of the Society for complaints, etc., is situated at Penrhyn. Waterloo-terrace, Carmarthen. Wesleyan Institute.—The newly-formed Institute, in connection with the Young People of the English Wesleyan Church, opened on Tuesday evening, the 25th ult., by a social, which was a great success. The Institute is non-sectarian in character, and has three phases—social, religious, and literary. The schoolroom was prettily de- corated for the occasion, and refreshments were served on gipsy tables, which were (arranged around 'the foom. Ani enter- tainment followed, solos being sung by Miss Annie Davies, Mr. Hugh Jones, and Master Glyn Lewis, and recitations by Miss Nellie Chapman. Various games and com- petitions were also indulged in, which created much merriment. Mr. R. J. Jones presided. The social was thoroughly en- joyed by all. A splendid programme has already been arranged for the coming ses- sion, and everything augurs well for the success of the Institute. The Soul of a Fi sb erman." -Under the auspices of the St. Peters' branch of the II Church of England Men's Society, an open meeting was held at the Church House on Monday night, when the Rev. S. Baring Gould, vicar of St. Martin's Haverford- west, deliveicd an edifying address on "The Soul of a Fisherman.' The Rev. B. Parry GsiiffiKhs, M.A.„ 'presided. "We aire 'not here to coin Bradburys, but to save the souls of men," said the lecturer, who ob- served that among the lessons learnt by .fisherman were—dependence, courage, and quickness, pluck and readiness, patience and obedience to God. The rev. gentleman gave an interesting account of his experi- ences whilst ministering to naval men. He was cordially thanked for his address. Social —A social was held by the mem- bers of Priordy Choir in the schoolroom on Tuesday evening. The tables Iwere heavily laden and well decorated, and were a.bly presided over by the following ladies: -NLIrs. D. Jones, Mrs. D. Evans, Mrs. W. Morgan, Mrs. T. Jones, Miss G. Jones, Miss 0. Hopkins, Miss L M Richards, Miss N. Evans, Miss A. Evans, Miss P. A. Thomas, and many other willing helpers. After the tables had been cleared, a short ocncert was aranged, Mr. W. Dunn Wil- liams being in the chair. The following tok part:—Song, Miss G. Jones; part song, Ladies' Choir; song, Miss M. H.-Jones; re- citation, Miss Elsie Jones. i Training of Children.—Last Autumn tne Free Church Sunday Schools of Carmarthen formed a United Committee to arrange for a series of lectures by Mr. G. H. Archibald on "Child Trailing and Psychology," and after his visit, at a recent meeting of the Executive, it was unanimously decided to send to the theological colleges of Wales a resolution to the following effect:—"In view of the' serious problems which we as churches have to face at this time, owing to the fact that we have to so tragic an extent lost uor hold upon the Adolescents and Young People of the community, we, the Committee of the United Free Churches Sunday Schools of Carmarthen wish to re- I ocrd our profound desire that from our Welsh Theological Colleges should arise a ministry more enlightened as to the de- velopment and training of children and adolescents. We would urge most earnestly upon those who control these colleges, the supreme importance of assisting those under their guidance to become masters of this branch of psychology. We believe it should be the first and chief study in our colleges, as being the vital' factor in the building up of a true church. Our church cannot live if we do not capture the young. for/ Christ, and we suggest the desirability of providing students with opportunities for a course at WesthiH or some similar training centre for religious and social work, and also of including lectures by experts such as Mr. George Hamilton Archibald in the normal work of the colleges." Successful Concert.—On Thursday evening in last week, the annual concert, under the auspices of the G.W.R. Temperance Union, was held at St. Peter's Church Hall. The concert, in aid of the Carmarthenshire In- dlrmary, was a good success, both from a financial point of view, and frQm the point of view of the choice of artistes, who fur- nished a fust-rate programme. Mr. John Hinds, M.P. (Lord Lieutenant of the County), presided, and spoke of the worthy cause for which the proceeds of the concert were to be devoted. The soprano, Miss E. Maude Lewis, Tonypandy, was a charming singer. Her first solo was "Liam y Cariad- au." which was well sung, while her ren- dering of "Ocean, thou Mighty Monster" (Weber), was splendid. As an encore she gave a sweet rendition of "Just a little bit of String.' Madame Esther Cooper-Jones, Gwaun-cae-gurwen, was a fine contralto. ler best solo waf "Punchinello" (Molloy), which she sang with much pathos and ex- pression, and her encore response was "My Treasure." The tenor, Mr. D. J. Davies, Nantyfyllon, who was obliged to respond to 1 hearty encores at each appearance, sang "City of Rest" (F. Lloyd) and "Azra" in fine style. Mr. W. T. Rhys, Swansea, tne bass, gave a spirited rendition of "Devon- shire Wedding" (Elgar), for which he was vociferously applauded. His encore oong was "Tommy Lad.' The star of the even- ring was. undoubtedly, Mr. Eíben Rogelis, Cardiff, who proved to be a most tajentea elocutionist. In fact, he was a first-class actor, both in tragedy and comedy, in Welsh and English, and all his items were loudly applauded. His first contribution to the programme was Act 3, Scene 1, of the "Merchant of Venice," which he acted admirably. Ceiriog's "Bugail Aberdyfi" was exquisitely recited, and as an encore he gave the "Night Wind," which he mimioked most skilfully. How Ruben- j stein played the Piano" (Adams) was ano- ther great triumph, and his response with "Hanes ni'n Doi" convulsed the audience with laughter. The accompanist, Mr. S. J. Mundy, F.R.C.O. (organist and choir- master of St. Peter's Church), discharged his duties in a masterly .manrier. The secretary of the Union, Mr. J. O. Hill, is to be complimented upon the success of his in connection with the concert. Hockey.—On Friday last Form IV. of the County Girls' School played Form III. of the Grammar School, and won by 2 goals to nil, the scorers being Violet Lloyd and Eileen Holden. Juvenile Concert.—Do not miss the rare treat of hearing the Towy Juvenile Choir (winners at the Pontargothi Semi-National) at a grand concert to be held next Wednes- day evening at the Penuel Schoolroom. Mr. David Johns, the new governor ot his Majesty's Prison, Carmarthen, com- menced duty on Monday last. Free Gospel Mission Hail. Pas-tor Stephen Jeffreys, the Llanelly E\f'J,¡zel:t. conducted a successful series of i:.32tin;vs at the Free Gospel Mission Hall on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. A'l tte scr' i. es were largely attended. Football.—The Locomotive XV. played the Grammar School XV. on Thursday in last week, which resulted in a win for the Grammar School by one dropped goal, 3 tries (13 points) to nil. The scorers were:— Idris Driscoll (dropped goal) and W. E. Lewis (captain). Masterly Address.—At the Lammas-street Young People's Guild on Tuesday evening, Mr. D. H. Jones read a masterly paper, in Welsh, on Joseph Mazzini, the Italian prophet of Italian Independence and Euio- pean Democracy." The lecturer made a comprehensive survey of Mazzini's period- politically, economically, and socially. He gave an outline of Mazzini's life history, and also a. description of his life service and sacri- fice for the young Italiarft ip London. Mr. Jones emphasised Mazzini's place in his teaching on nationalism, pointing out at the same time that there was a close connection between the Italian movement for freedom and liberty and the modern nationalist movement in Wales. Rev. J. Dyfnallt Owen (president.) and others took part in an in- teresting discussion, the rev. gentleman making an appeal to the yqung people to dttvelop the cult of hero worship. Old College School.—Four ex-students are now in the C.M. Theological College at Aberystwyth completing the work, having started anew on demobilisation—Mr. D. J. Davies, St. Clears; Mr. J. Davies, Brechfa; Mr. T. Jenkins, Llanelly, and Mr. J. Davies, Cwmdwyfran. Two passed the en- trance examination the year before the war was declared. The other two qualified for admission through passing some subjects in the Welsh Matriculation Examination, which was supplemented by a special test last April. Mr. T. Perkins is also in the class now, and was at the Old College when he joined the Colours. Organ Recital.—There was a large con- giegation at the organ recital given at St. Peter's Church on Sunday evening, imme- diately after Evensong, by Mr. S. J. Mundy, F.R.C.O. (organist and choir- master). Mr. Mundy gave an exquisite recital of a choice selection composed of the following -terns: Sonata No. 1 in e sharp minor (Basil Hardwood); Imperial March (Elgar); Benediction Nuptiale (Hol- lins); Choral Song and Fugue (Wesley). The vocalist was Miss Gwenda Evans, who scng "Jerusalem, thou that killest the Prophets" (Mendelssohn) and "Angels, ever bright and fair" (Handel) very well. The offertory was in aid of the Choir and Organ Fund. YV>ung People's Guild.-On Wednesday evening, the 26th ult., the female section of the Union-street Young People's Guild were responsible for the programme. Much credit is olue to them for the manner ;n which the arrangements were carried out. The chair was taken by Miss Annie Gri- ffiths, who made an interesting speech, pointing out the impdrtant part that woman plays :n the world's different move- ments. During the evening the following programme was enjoyed by an appreciative audience:—Pianoforte duett, Misses Hetty Jones and Katie Samuel; solos, Misses Elonwy Davies, Bessie Jeremy, and Ena Davies; recitations, Misses Bessie Jeremy and Kitty Griffiths; i sketch, Miss Hetty Jones n taradappy; M.md p.- Jones and party; paper, "The Ideal Town," Miss H. Jeremy. On the motion of Mr. D. Jones, seconded by Mrs. T. Jones, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to all who took part. Dramatic Recital.—Major John Francis, D.S.O., presided cover a dramatic recital given by < Professor Wm. Miles, F.R.S.L. (London), at the Lyric on Sunday evening in aid of the Welsh National Council of the Y.M.C.A. Speaking of the Y.M.C.A. from the standpoint of the soldier, Major Francis said he hud proved its value, both some years ago in camp and also during the late war. Ho knew it to have been right up in the firing-line in the East, where he had solved over four years. It had proved its worth everywhere. It was a true friend of the soldier, and had always come in at the time of need. It was an organisation well worthy of every support. Prof. Miles was an elocutionist of rare ability, and his varied selections were splendid. "The Feast of Belshazzar" by Sir Edwin Arnold was his first I item, which he recited beauti- ,fully. Then followed that beautiful little poem, "The Watermill," which, with the accompaniment of the zither, which Mr. Miles played exceedingly well, had a charming effect and greatly impressed the audience. Mr. Miles then gave the opening chapter of "The Chimes," displaying admir- ably the wonderful humour of Dickens. His impersonation of Toby Vec was really fine. "Prince" and "Not Understood," the latter by the late Tom Brighton, the New Zealand writer, and accompanied by the zither, were two other beautiful poems he recited. He gave a magnificent recital of a portion of < Quo Vadis,v taking the scene in which the giant struggles with the mad bull in the arena of the Amphitheatre in Rome. This recital was the climax of the evening, and Mr.. Miles eloquently portrayed the scene. His last item, which was an imper- so nation of a Frenchman endeavouring to give an. English toast to the ladies, was very humorous, and kept the audience rn roars of laughter. During the evening Madame 'John Thomas, Llanelly, gave beautiful renditions of "The Bird that came in Spring" and "Entreat me not to leave Thee," for which she was vociferously encored. Mr. C. W. Wilford was the ac- companist.

Local eddingè. SCURRY JONES-GIBBONS. Miss Winnie Gibbons, Bryn-ar-y-Mor, Llanelly, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gib- bons, King-street, Carmarthen, was married at All Saints' Church, Llanelly, on Wednes- day to Lieut. Cleflwyn Oliver Scurry Jones, R.I.M., son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Scurry Jones, of East field, Lampeter: The officia- ting clergy were the Rev. Canon D. Watcyn Morgan, assisted by the Re<v. A. R. Davies, Dyffryn, Neath. The bride wore white silk trimmed with white silk fringe, her bridal veil being covered with orange blossoms. She carried a shower bouquet of white ,flowers, and was given away by her father. The bridesmaid was her sister, Miss Gertie Gibbons, and she was accompanied by the Misses Molly and Avis, the little daughters of Mr. and Mrs. J. Bowen Harries. The bridegroom was attended by his brother, the Rev. Scurry Jones, vicar of Blackheath, Birmingham. After the ceremony a recep- tion was held at Bryn-ar-y-Mor. GOULDING—JONES. At St. Peter's Church cn Monday, the Rev. B. Parry Griffiths, M.A. (vicar), offici- ating, a pretty wedding tok place between Mr. Osmond Sidney Goulding, son of Mr. and Mrs. Goulding, 3C, Garnet-street, Bris- tol, and Miss Margaret Caroline Jones. second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. B. Jones, Doldrement. Quay-street, Carmar- then. Given away by her father, the bride was smartly attired in a cream serge cos- tume with hat to match trimmed with oiange blossoms, and carried a shower bouquet of white chrysanthemums. She was attended as bridesmaids by her sister, Miss Irene Jones, and Miss Rose Goulding (sister of the bridegroom), who both wore grey silk dresses trimmed with blue with hats to match, and carried pink and white bouquets. The best man was Mr. Wm. Goulding (brother of the bridegroom). After the ceremony the wedding breakfast was partaken Qf at the bride's home, after which Mr. and Mrs. Goulding left for Bris- tol, their future home. Both received numerous costly presents.

-0 Local Obituary MRS. ELIZABETH JONES. The death took place early on Monday morning of Mrs. Elizabeth Jones, 91, Priory Street, widow of Mr. Thomas Jones. Mrs. Jones, who was 62 years of age, was taken ill soon after she had taken her seat at St John's Church on Sunday evening, and collapsed on being taken out. She was attended by a doctor and removed home on a stretcher, where she passed away the fol- lowing morning. The service had not com- menced when the incident happened, and it was postponed for a quarter of a hour while Mrs. Jones was being attended to. The congregation was much perturbed. De ceased wa? held in high esteem in the town, and was a faithful member at St. John's Church. The funeral took place at Aber- g" ili Churchyard yesterday (Thursday). MRS. A. E. JOHN. The people of Carmarthen will regret to learn of the death of Mrs. Agnes Elizabeth John, widow of Mr. James John, solicitor, and a former Town Clerk of Carmarthen for many years. Mrs. John passed away at Old Southgate on the 27th ult. after a brief illness, at the age of 59 years. De- ceased lady, who was the daughter of the late Mr. Joseph Coysh and Mrs. Coysh, of Mount Hill Nurseries, Llangunnor, was much beloved by a large circle of friends in the town. Up to the time of her departure from Carmarthen soon after the death of her husband in 1911, she identified herself with various social movements in the borough, and her amiable disposition endeared her to all. Whilst at Carmarthen the family resided at Picton-terrace. Two children survive, Miss Elsie John and Mr. Kenneth John, with whom the deepest sym- pathy is felt. The funeral took place at Old Southgate Cemetery on Monday. MRS. ELIZA THOMAS. The death took place on Friday last, at 10, Old Priory-street, of Mrs. Eliza Thomas, widow of Mr. Samuel Thomas, late of Bishop's Mill, Abergwili. Deceased was 89 years of age, and one of the oldest members of St. John's Church. The funeral took place at Abergwili Churchyard on Wednes- day, the Rev. B. Parry Griffiths, M.A. (vicar), and Rev. J. Jenkins (curate) officiat- ing.

New Science Doctor DISTINCTION FOR PRINCIPAL PARRY, CARMARTHEN. As already briefly announced in the Carmarthen Journal," the Rev. A. W. Parry, M.A., B.Sc., principal of the South Wales Training College, Car- marthen, has obtained the D.Sc. degree at the University of London. As evi- dence of the hard and diligent study which the winning of the distinction entails, he is the only clergyman in Wales to have broubht off this signal achievement. The subjects of his thesis were "Nature, Origin, and Development of the Social Conscious- ness." and "Education in England in tne Middle Ages." Principal Parry, who is a brilliant scholar, was educated at the University College, Aberystwyth, and is M.A. and B.Sc. of the Universities of London and Wales, his thesis for the M.A. degree being or> "English Writers on Education from the Sixteenth to the Nineteenth Century." the Sixteenth to the Nineteenth Century." He is honoursman in English language and literature, economics, and political science, and holds the Diploma in Pedagogy (Uni- versity of London), and is examiner in the practice of teaching for the University of Cambridge Teachers' Diploma. The new Doctor of Science, who is a native of Atherstone, Warwickshire, has been principal ol the South IVales Train- ing College, Carmarthen, for eleven years, being before that head of the Day Training College and professor of education at the University College, Exeter. He is a power- fid preacher in popular demand in the Church, and is a member of the Represen- tntive Body and the Governing Body of the Church in Wales and a member of the St. David's Diofccsan Conference, being secre- tary of the social service committee, and is closely associated with other Church oiganisations. v During the rerent war the college was closed, as all the eligible students were on military service, and Principal Parry served a" chaplain to the 4th Welsh Regiment With only two exceptions, all members of the staff also served. The college re-opened on September 29th last, and there are 103 students, over 00 per cent. of whom atre ex- service men.

Presentation to Lieut.-Colonel F. D. Williams-Drummond, C B.E. There was an interesting presentation at Angel Buildings, Cardiff, the Divisional Headquarters of the Ministry of Food, on Thursday in last week, when Lieut.-Colonel F. D. Williams-Drummond, C.B.E., Live Stock Commissioner of No. 8 Area, was paid a tribute by the officials and staff, who pre- sented him with a handsome token of their high regard and esteem, consisting of a massive solid silve. rose bowl, spirit kettle and teapot. Colo ld Drummond is well known over a WilL' area, and in West Wales in particular, for his notable record of public service, and the sound, faithful and impar- tial manner he discharges his manifold public duties, has placed him on a high level as an administrator, and when he was appointed by the Government to the onerous post of Live Stock Commissioner for one of the most important and populous areas in the king dom, it was felt on all hands that a more fitting appointment could not have been made. During the trying and difficult period he has held the office, Colonel Drummond has so ably carried out the varied functions of the important appointment of Live Stock Commissioner—entailing strenuous and un- tiring labours—that the administration of his extensive area has attained the highest degree of efficiency, and when the King conferred upon him the distinction of C.B.E., it was agreed that this signal honour in appreciation of high public service, was well and truly merited. Mr. J. E. Gladstone, Assistant Live Stock Commissioner, presided over the presenta- tion meeting, and was supported by Messrs. F. Duckham, Area Meat Agent; D. J. Thomas, Area Secretary; C. H. A. Lakin, Secretary, Area Meat Distribution Commit- tee, and C. H. Evans, Chief Clerk. The eulogistic speeches made rr n *he popu- larity and sincere regar Drummond is held by his staff, and magnifi- lent as the gifts were, it was evident that their intrinsic value could not measure the affection of the staff for their chief. The presentations bore the following in- scription :—" Presented to Lieut.-Colonel F. D. Williams-Drummond, C.B.E., Live Stock Commissioner, No. 8 Area, by his staff and officials as a mark of esteem and of their appreciation of the ability, consideration and courtesy which he has shown in the dis- charge of the duties of his responsible office. October, 1919." In making the presentation, the Chairman, in well-chosen words, paid a glowing tribute to Colonel Drummond for the able and effi- cient way in which he had discharged the very difficult duties of Live Stock Commis- sioner, a post calling for exceptional quali- ties of wide vision, quick decision, firmness, and tact. After apologising to Colonel Drummond for saying to his face what hither- to had been said only behind his back, he referred particularly to the characteristics of kindliness, geniality and consideration for others, which had endeared him to his staff and led to the very cordial relations which existed in his office. Mr. E. U. David, of Cardiff, on behalf of the Live Stock Sub-Commifisiofiers, enume- rated the variety of interestif-which the Live Stock Commissioner had to control and the difficulties pertaining to them, and bore testimony to Colonel, Drummond's qualities as a chief. Mr. W. J. Price, Brecon, Chairman of Auctioneers for Section 56, added his tri- bute in a happy speech. Dealing with the many difficulties they had to contend with, he stated that the\ could -'ly < < the sound advice and practical help given readily at all times by the Live Stock Commissioner, who had invariably been most considerate towards them in tne carrying out of their very onerous duties. Mr. T. Howell Davies, solicitor, Carmar- then, who spoke on behalf of the ex-members of the staff, referred to the high esteem and popularity in which Colonel Drummond was held in Carmarthenshire, and dealt with the important public offices he occupied in that county, where he was Chairman of the Car- marthenshire Quarter Sessions, Alderman of the County Council, Chairman of the Car- marthenshire Standing Joint Committee, the Carmarthenshire Licensing Committee, the Carmarthen County Bench, and member of many other public bodies. Colonel Drflm- mond carried out his extensive and varied public duties in a manner that won the admiration of all. Mr. Davies dealt with the very trying times experienced in setting up the organisation of the area at Carmar- then, with which he was associated at that time as the Secretary of the Area (before the transfer of the Divisional Headquarters to Cardiff), and referred to the necessity of having as head a man of Colonel Drum- mond's capabilities and experience. Colonel Drummond, who received an en- thusiastic ovation, acknowledged the pre- sentations in an excellent speech. He re- ferred to the loyalty of the officials and staff during the whole of the time he had held the position of Live Stock Commissioner, and to the great and unstinted service rendered by them during the food crisis. After the presentation meeting, an excel- lent tea was provided by the lady members of the staff.

*+» 1 Farmers' Strike Ended PROVISIONAL AGREEMENT ARRIVED AT. 1 j The strike of dairy farmers in West Wales ;i cainst the milk factors has been declared off. A meeting of members of the National Farmers' Union was held at Carmarthen on Wednesday,—when 200 to 300 farmers atten- ded,—to receive the report of a deputation who attended a conference in London on the previous day with the representatives of the milk factors. The meeting was private, but a report issued to the press stated that a provisional agreement arrived at at the conference was submitted to the meeting, and approved of. Concessions were made by both parties, and the strike is therefore at an end, and milk will be delivered to the factories as from Thursday (yesterday). It is understood that the price agreed upon to be paid by the milk factors to the dairy farmers for December is 3s. 2d. per gallon, a penny below the maximum fixed by the Food Ministry. The factors have ag-eed to meet the dairy farmers before thp end of December to fix the price for Jann;i:y. This is ione of the conditions which the Farmers' Union In- sisted upon. Full details of the strike appear in another column.

Welsh Farmers' Union Mr. W. J. Davies, Preswylfa. Peniel, Carmarthen, who on Saturday last was. in his absence,' ekcted secretary of the Car- marthenshire branch of the Welsh National Farmers' Union, writes us to say that he is not a party to this, And is not acting as county secretary.

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SATURDAY. The Morning Post correspondent records the murder m Egypt of a Captam in the ^orps, who was shot dead at Shou- It is unsafe for an Englishman to be out in the suburbs at night. Only strin- gent measures, t.he Correspondent adds, can now present absolute anarchy. Lorn Allenby has issued a proclamation contain- -ng a brmly-worded warning to those whose actions are "calculated to endanger public outer and public security." The four Nationalists who were arrested by order ol Lord Allenby have been released and have retired into the country. Germany has agreed to redeem withik twenty years the German notes which were circulated in Belgium duting the period or occupation, amounting inl value l< 6,OCO millions of marks. Captain ROJS Smith, who is attempting to By on a Vickers-Vimy .aeroplane to Aus- traha is reported to have reached Delhi on the 25th ult. In Thanct by-election, the result of which tvas announced yesterday, the Hon. E. Harmsworth (Coalition Unionist) defeated Capt. W. J. West (Liberal) by a majority of 2,653 votes. In the House of Commons yesterday, a motion of the Labour Party for the ap- P'/in-nrnpnt of a Select Committee jto in- quire into the Coal industry was rejected by a large majority. Sir A. Geddes stated that if the investig-ation into the ooal fiigur"- now being made by the accountants proved unsatisfactory, the Government would b& prepared to consider anv r^re* NA t, icl-I the 1-iqlfie might a! f MONDAY. The German Government, in a Memo- randum on the Scapa Flow scuttling, sent to the Peace Conference, repudiates respon- sibility for the action of Admiral von Reuter, who, it is urged "was bound to asume that the Armistice ended on June 21," and ordered the sinking ,"in accor- dance with seamen's usage." Two German tugs, with several German naval officers on board, were taken into Dover naval harbour on Saturday night by I; destroyers, and are now being guard#-d by Marines. It is surmised that the tugs came from Kiel, and that their occupants are U .-boat officers, whose surender may be demanded by the Allies. From Archangel oomes news that enemy troops are deserting and poining the loyal Jiussian forces. The Bolsheviks on the Narva front, says the Stockholm Correspon- dent of the ".Morning tPost," have launched heavy but fruitless attacks against the Esthonian fortifiled lines. Telegrams from i4"lsingfoTs state that General Judenitch, with most of the members of the North- West Russian Gofvernment, is leaving for Paris. A Warsaw telegram states that M. Pader- ewski's Cabinet has resigned. The Polish V<l~s Bureau announolee that (M. Pader- ewski has been invited to reconstruct the Ministry and to remain Premier and Foreign Minister '5 The Paris printer's strike is at an end, he men having decided to resume work to day on the old terms. Colonel Charles Bryan Fairfax was adop- id on Saturday as Liberal Coalition candi- date for the Spen Valley Division of York- shire. A police sergeant was shot dead on Saturday night near the <jhief police station in Dublin. He is the fourtenth I ( J "ish policeman murdered during the past eleven months. So far, there is no trace of his assassin. TUESDAY. The Prince of Wales arrived in the "Renown' at Portsmouth yesterday morn- ing after his visit to Canada anff the'United ites. Prince Albert was there to welcome his brother. His Royal Highness was met at Victoria by the King and Queen and a large pajrty, including the Premier and other members of the Cabinet, who greeted him with much warmth; and in the streets ■he Prince was enthusiastically cheered bv Inc the large crowds which had assemble despite the adverse weathefr. At night eir Majesties gave a dinner party at Buckingham place to celebrate the Prince of Wales's return. Yesterday being the birthday of Queen Alexandra, the King. and Queen, with Princess Mary and Prince Henry, paid a visit of congratulation to her Majesty at Marlborough House. According to the latest telegrams from Ti dia, dated November 28. the frontier action is improving. Many tribes are coming in with their rifles anypying the nes imposed, but bombing operations have still to be carried out against the Mahsuds. f The wisdom of raisitg money by the issue of Premium Bonds was debated in the House of Commons yesterday. The Chancellor of the Exchequer spoke agaIllst any such issue, and the resolution m favour of Premium Bonds wa# defeated by votes to 84. The Welsh miners have decided, by a majority of 470 votes in 46,000, in favour of resisting the payment of income tax on salaries up to £ 250 a. year. Iwenty thou- and men did not vote. /EDNESDAY. The text of Germany's arrogant Note in replv to that of the Allies respecting the repatriation of German prisoners is published to-dav, together with M- Clemenceku's fihn and caustic reply on h-half of the Allies. Germanv is warned that until it realises that evil must be r, paired and the criminals punlished it must not expect to re-enter the community >f nations nor to obtain from the Allies an amelioration of the just conditions of peace. •nv of M. CSemenceau s friends, says a Parish* Correspondent, are urging him o a^ot nomination for the Presidency of ,he.SSSf etnte bwm jertor^y m Rome, Milan, and il^once ?*tn< £ e oounter-demonst rations followed m th (Continued at foot of preceding column).