The Carmarthen Journal and South Wales Weekly Advertiser

CARDIGAN. TEIFY FISHERY.—The Board of Trade has con- firmed the recommendation of the Teify Fishery Board to reduce the licence fee to fish for trouc with a rod and line in the Teify, and its tributaries, from 2s 6d to Is. The season com- mences 1st of March, and expires on the 30th September. On Saturday night a numerously attended meet- ing of workmen was held at the Temperance Hall, Cardigan, at eight o'clock, Mr John Sharpe pre- siding, for the purpose of taking into considera- tion the best means of having their working hours reduced. The masters have hitherto (except printers) exacted sixty-two hours from their workmen as a full week, and tailors sixtv-six hours. Ihe workmen, at a meeting held on the previous Saturday night, decided to ask the mayor to call a meeting of all employers of labour, and to submit to them a resolution forwarded to him joking for a reduction of four hours per week, F AO wou'^ bring them down to 58 hours instead ° result of the meeting was conveyed in the following letter from the mayor as chairman of the employers' meeting :-February 21st, 1890. Dear Mr Sharpe.—In reply to yours of the 17th instant, according to your request, I convened a meeting of the employers of the town (which was well attended) to consider the resolution passed by the workmen on Saturday evening last, and it was resolved :-That owing to the depressed state of trade at present in the town of Cardigan, it is impossible for the employers to accede to the request of the resolution passed at the recent workmen s meeting.-As false rumours have been circulated, I think it but right to add that no employer spoke disparagingly of his workmen at the meeting.—Believe me to remain, yours truly, O. Beynon Evans, chairman of the employers meeting. -Mr John Sharpe, chairman of the employees meetings. The letter having been criticized, three propositions were submitted to the meeting, viz. :-1. -That three workmen in each employ in the town should go and ask their masters for a concession of four hours a week, as the masters complained that the men had not approached them, and that they were not in favour of the reduction. 2.-That the matter be submitted to arbitration. 3.-That a requisition be got up and signed by every workman in town, and forwarded to the masters. The meeting adopted the firsc proposition, and three workmen volunteered to wait on their masters on Monday morning, and apply to them for the reduction pre- viously asked. F ABERYSTWYTH. INFLUENZA.—We are gratified to state that the epidemic is gradually subsiding in this part of of the country. The National and Board Schools were re-opened on Monday, after being closed for about three weeks. Though every household, almost, in the town and district was more or less affected by the complaint, and in many instances, whole families were prostrated at the same time, we are glad to say, that we have no account of a fatal result having ensued directly from the attack. THE CONSERVATIVE CLUB.—The Smoking Club resumed its recreations on Friday evening, at the Club-room, when a very entertaining programme was gone through under the able presidency of Mr H. E. Wheatley. The following amateurs took part in the performances, viz. :—Messrs J. D. Roberts, Lion Hotel, H. H. Davies, J. A. James, C. K. Wheatley, T. H. Evans, Minton, H. E. Wheatley, T. H. Jones, David Jones, Trefechan, J. Gardiner, W. Smith, Arthur Holmes. &c. There was a full attendance and everybody enjoyed himself most heartily. BOARD OF GUARDIANS.—The ordinary meeting of the Board was held at the Board-room on Monday last, the 24th inst. Mr Thos. Thomas, the 2nd vice-chairman, presiding. There being also present Rev D. Williams, Rev J T Griffiths, Messrs J. Richards, D. Lloyd, D. Morgan Richard Hughes, C. M. Williams, John Jones (Bontgoch), John Jones, Evan James, E. J. Evans Thomas Evans, John James, John Owen, E. W. Williams, John Morgan, J. R. fres' Jan?f J''nes» John Roberts, John Jones (Aberbunant). After the usual reports of officers SusanT gRe *Jou«h. ^fcer ™ read from and t JouJk t0 the H°Use Committee, and the clerk was requested to acknowledge its receipt and state that the matter was being at- tended to Mr Thomas Jones, Cwmere ha?it submitted the names of Messrs John Jones', Moelgloraen, and John Thomas, B-vlchrosser, to be sureties as assistant overseer they were ap- proved of. A letter received from the National vigilance Association was referred to the Master, KnllT? necessary information to enable the P R?, tot t0 the letter- A Ietter from Dr. Kice Williams was read resigning his aDDoint raent »s Medical Officer of the \ferkhoT» rnd Aberystwyth Medical district. Mr C. M. Williams proposed, and Mr James Jones seconded, Wllilms inliTy ^ir W^ytoDr. Rice would Toon g llh^ss> and trusted that he Zll lnreCT This was unanimously and unnn flip The resignation was accepted, and upon the proposition of Mr John Morgan seconded by the Rev J. T. Griffith, Dr BoHl' cal Offio!3tWyf fUWaS appointed temporary Medi- Ofhcer, at the same remuneration Notice was given with reference to the supply 0f me £ cme throughout the Medical district that a resolution will be proposed therein at the next meeting by the Rev David Williams. After some liated' UnPOrtant bu3ineS8' fche meeting termi- ST. MIC IIAFL'S SUNDAY SCHOOLS-PRESENTATION most interesting and enthusiastic raeeting'S the teachers and scholars, and of thT fr end »nd supporters of the St. Michael's (Katio al "nd Penraaesglas) Sunday Schools, wa, held at the EZi X, TmldTa r°°m National School, which was comfortably full. The Rev J. H. Protheroe, vicar, presiding. The proceedings commenced by the presentation to the deserving members of the schools of various books, consisting of teacher's Bibles, Prayer Books, Hymn Books, and religious literature of all degrees and interest, for their constant at- tendance and different degrees of merit. The schools number between 400 and 500 scholars and teachers. There were 13 names who did not lose one Sunday, 13 who lost only one, and 40 who lost but two Sundays, and 18 absent three times only. Certificates of merit were given to those who had attended within three Sundays, and prizes to those of two Sundays and less It took considerable time for Mr Protheroe and Mr Wynne to distribute all the prizes and cards, and it was pleasant to notice the gleam of satis- faction and pride on the countenance of the recipients as they returned from the platform with their different awards in their possession. The business being concluded, the chairman gave a short and pithy address upon the importance of religious teaching in the day schools and then stated the result of the Diocesan Inspector's report for the year 1889, whereby the special prize was won for religious teaching for the third time by the Aberystwith National School, to the °L • head masfcer' Mr James Griffiths, and the mistress, Miss Clarke The successtui winner this year was a young girl, the two previous being boys. The name of the p 2ful competitor was Miss Ethel James, andg sCeF w J°h Ja-me8' ^er street pme, whS wirf W,"h, "ie Di°ce3i,n elaborately 1 Cnd l5aut,fully »"d illuminated larcre tvnS Player Book, round to the ladies andteaob t Wa* handed and great admiration was mmr**8 °A some and valuable got-up0j tlFe voTume. Orty""n. Thee'rei° chainuan' then"proceeded V!™, important duties of the evenin" irl m°3l the great pleasure he felt at all til,les iii reeog- nizing merit and peculiar pleasure, when it c sisted of faithfulness to the Sunday School. He had alwtys been blessed with very e-irnest lav co-workers in connection with Sunday Schools and he gave some very interesting reminiscences and illustrations. When, he, therefore, came to Aberystwith, he was again met by a faithful and devoted superintendent of the Sunday Schools in the person of Mr E. P. Wynne, and he fully appreciated his fidelity. He had fulfilled the important office for the last 16 years. It emanated from some of the teachers that such long and laborious services should in some way be suitably recognized. The subject was warmly taken up and put before the teachers and scholars only of the schools connected with Mr Wynne, and he (the vicar) had great pleasure in stating that the subscriptions were spontaneous and liberal, every one giving towards it according to his means as a pleasure and not as a bijideii. He read lettel s of warm sympathy and encouragement from former pupils and teachers in the school—Mr H. L. Donne, Miss Brady, Mrs Chancellor Phillips, a former curate, Miss Kvans, and Miss Jones, Waunfawr all expressing the strongest al pi c- ciation of Mr Wynne's faithful services. The amount realized was jE32 12s 4d, which had been converted into the elegant articles set in view-a clock and two candlebras in glass shades for dining-room and a handsome gold Albert chain and pendant medallion for Mr Wynne's personal decoration. The illuminated address was not ready, but a copy was read, and the address would be duly exhibited as soon as completed it was of a most laborious, intricate, and hand- some design. The Chairman then asked Miss Elizabeth Jones to present the testimonials, which she did in suitable terms, handing Mr Wynne the valuable articles. Mr Wynne, in responding, said he was too overpowered to express his feelings on such an occasion. It was more than he ever expected to be called upon to do the pleasure he felt in the work was for him a sufficient recompense. He thanked the com- mittee and the subscribers and all for their most kind consideration of his services, which he would ever appreciate. Mr James Griffiths, National schoolmaster, being called upon, spoke most highly of the services which Mr Wynne was always ready and willing to render whenever required. Whenever they were in difficulties they always knew where to go to for assistance and help, and he was very pleased to find that the members of the Sunday Schools recognized Mr Wynne's merits.—Mr John Williams, choir- master of the Sunday School and St. Mary's Church, also testified to Mr Wynne's readiness to do everything to promote the cause.—Mr Thomas Griffiths, churchwarden, followed in the same terms upon the great qualities of Mr Wynne as superintendent of the Sunday School, and he impressed the importance ot religious and definite Church teaching.—The Rev W. Evans, curate, and Mr B. E. Morgan, churchwarden, also spoke most eulogistically of the assistance given by Mr Wynne in lightening Church affairs.-The meet- ing concluded with singing the National Anthem. ABERAYRON. TABEITNACLE. On Tuesday night, at the Methodist Chapel, the Rev Cynddylan Jones, delivered an address, in connection with the Bible Society. A GOOD DIVIDEND.—At the half-yearly meet- ing of the shareholders of the s.s. "Ianthe," I which trades between Aberayron and Bristol, a dividend at the rate of 10 per cent. was declared for the half-year ending December, making the total dividend for the year 221 per cent. FTT-NEIt.&L.-One of the largest funerals even seen in this neighbourhood, took place on Sun- day afternoon, at Henfynyw. About four weeks ago, Captain Evan Jones, a native of Gilfach-yr- halen, being with his vessel at Swansea, one night suddenly disappeared, and nothing was heard of him till last Friday, when his body was found floating in the dock at Swansea. It was brought home on Saturday night, and as it would not keep till Monday, having been in the water for such a long time, the funeral took place on Sunday. People from all parts of the neighbour- hood came to show their sympathy with the deceased's mother, who is utterly prostrated. The sermon was delivered at Ffosyffin chapel, by the Rev James Jones, afterwards proceeding to Henfynyw Church, where the service was read by the Rev W. O. Edwards. Deceased was greatly respected by all who knew him, and was master of a large steamer. THE following is a copy of the annual report of the Medical Officer of Health for the Rural Sanitary Authority of the Llansantffraid district of the Aberayron Union :—Gentlemen, I beg to submit to your notice my annual report for the Llansantffraid district of the Aberayron Union for the year 1889. Compared with the two pre- ceding years, it holds about an average position, as to the number of deaths. In the year 1887, there occurred 99 deaths; and in 1888, 114; whilst during the year under consideration, 106 deaths took place within the district, being at the rate of 14.981 per 1,000 inhabitants, for the year 1887 17.25 per 1,000, for 1888 and 16.054 per 1,000, for 1889 as against 19.38 and 21.35 for the years 1886 and 1885 respectively- the latter being very high for a rural district. One notable feature in the death returns for 1889, is the remarkably high figure the class for y I persons of advanced years attains. Out of the 106 deaths that took place amongst the in- habitants, no less than 52 persons had reached the age of 60 years, or upwards whilst of that number, 17 were septuagenarians, 15 octogenarians, and 6 nonogenerains. The greatest age recorded is 96 years, being that of a woman, who, to my knowledge, suffered, and pulled through, a most severe and exhaust- ing illness about a dozen years ago. For the sake of analysis, the district is divided into as many sections as there are parishes, which are the following, enumerated according to the number of deaths per 1,000 population, be. ginning with the most healthy, viz., Cilcennin, 9.94 per 1,000 of its population Llanfihangel Ystrad, 13.18 per 1,000 of its population Llanddewi Aberarth, 13.97 per 1,000 of its population Henfenyw, 15 74 per 1,000 of its population Llan badarn Trefeglwys, 16.16 per 1,000 of its population Llansantffraid, 17.38 per 1,000 of its population Llanuchayron, 18.09 per 1,000 of its population Ciliau-Ayron, 27.35 per 1,000 of its population. The latter was very high, and as stated above, for the whole district, in- cluding the Workhouse in which three deaths occurred during the year, the death-rate was 16.054 per 1,000 inhabitants. The district was fairly free of all zymotic diseases during the year; though whooping-cough prevailed pretty extensively in certain localities still, not a single death is recorded as being due to it. One death is stated to have taken place from typhoid, one death from croup, and three from erysipelas. There were 14 deaths from phthisis, and 11 from other lung diseases, whilst six were due to heart affections. There were 146 births, viz., 75 boys and 71 girls, in the course of the year, giving a birth-rate of 22.11 per 1,000 population. In previous reports I have called your attention to the necessity of providing the town of Aberayron, with potable water for at present many of the inhabitants have to go half a mile to get some. Mention was also made of a pump delivering water from a bad source, which was put up about two years ago the thing has proved itself of no public benefit, as no one gets water from it now. The district was periodically visited. The basements of many houses in Aberayron are frequently unapproach- able, on account of the existence of stagnant water after heavy rain accumulating at times to the depth of three or four feet on the cellar floor, remaining at times for several weeks be- fore receding—a scandalous condition of affairs, that might be remedied by drainage at a trivial cost. The surface drainage of several streets is most defective, especially is such the case in North-road and part of Alban-square, where the roadway is flanked on either side by a ditch-in places six feet, or more, wide, during heavy rain, and varying in depth up to ten inches. A public slaughter house is very much wanted in Aberayron, instead of the stables and other in- convenient places now in use, where no ap- pliances exist to the benefit of the public health, and convenience of the slaughterers. I am, your obedient servant, EDWARD WILLIAMS, Medical Officer of Health for the Llansantffraid district of the Aberayron Union. LLANELLY. SALVAGE SALE.—On Saturday the cargo of 470 tons of pig iron salved from the Cambrian which was wrecked off Llanelly on the 16th inst. was put up to public auction and realised £ 300. DEATH OF MB. DAVID BOWE.N.-We regret to have to announce the death of Mr David Bowen, better known perhaps, by his bardic cognomen Deheufardd." The sad event took place on Saturday last. Mr Bowen, who was a literary man of considerable attainments, occupied for many years a very prominent position at Llanelly an interesting history of which town he wrote some six or seven years ago, To the younger generation he had a special claim to notice as the father of Mr D. H. Bowen, probably one of the best known and most widely esteemed of Welsh Football players. LAMPETER. A PROLIFIC Cow.—A cow belonging to Mr Daniel Edwards, Maesyfelin, near this town, gave birth to three calves last week, a very rare instance. The calves all seem healthy and thriving, and the cow is also doing well. ASSESSMENT COMMITTEE.—This committee was held after the business of the Board concluded, Mr John Fowden in the chair.—The Rev. Daniel Jones, vicar of Lampeter, appealed against the assessment of tithes in the parish of Lampeter It was resolved to adjourn the matter until the 7th proximo, and the clerk was directed to inform the absent members thereof. MONTHLY MARKET.—The monthly market was held on Monday last, and showed an improve- ment in the attendance of people and animals. A great number of young as well as store pigs were sold at good prices. The former ranged from 18s to El 10s each, and the latter realized from 6s 3d to 6s 6d per score. Some cattle were also sold which gained very fair prices. TEACHERS' MEETING. A well-attended meet- ing of the Lampeter and District Teachers' Association, was held at the Lampeter Boys' School, on Saturday last, the 22nd inst. Amongst those present we noticed Mr Jones, Llangeithio, President of the Association Mr Hugh, Cribyn, vice-president; Mrs Jones, Infants' School, Lampeter, treasurer; Mr Edwards Evans, Llanwnen, secretary; Messrs Nicholas, Tregaron; Rees, Llanllwni; Jones, Felinfach; Evans, Lampeter; Jones, Llanddewi; Thomas, Tregaron Lewis, Cellan Hughes, Bwlchy'lan; Prosser, Gartheli; and Rees, Tregaron. The chair was occupied by Mr Jones, the President of the Association, who, after a few preliminary remarks, called upon Mr Hugh, Cribyn, to read his paper on "Robert Burns." Mr Hugh read a very entertaining and edifying paper, the production to say the least, being quite an intellectual treat. He gave not. only a full and interesting biographical sketch of the Scottish poet," but also entered into the merits of his different poems, and clearly proved that "Burns" rightly deserves to be ranked amongst the leading poets of Britain. A dis- cussion on the paper followed, in which several teachers took part. Mr Prosser's remarks evidently showed, that he had made a special study of Burns' poetical productions, and his apt and happy selections from the great poet's works were well received. A hearty vote of thanks to Mr Hugh for his valuable paper, having been duly proposed and seconded, was put to the meeting and carried with acclamation. The business on the agenda was then proceeded with. The respective merits of the different candidates for seats on the Executive of the National Union of Teachers, were fully dis- cussed, but it was more than evident, that the claims of the" Kymric runners were held in more than ordinary favour. —The desirability of securing a Fixity of tenure of office for teachers was next deliberated upon, and a resolution that such be placed on the programme of the N.U.T. was unanimously passed.—It was then resolved that the next meeting be held on Saturday in May, and that a paper on "Goldsmith be prepared for the occasion by Mr Jones, Felinfach, the chairman suggesting that Goldsmith's works, be well read in the meantime, so that a useful discussion may ensue. —An inspection and subsequent distribution of various school books, sent as specimens by different publishing firms, brought a thoroughly enjoyable meeting to a close. COUNTY COUP.T.-This Court was held on Monday last, before his Honour Judge Beresford. The majority of the cases, which were undis- puted, were disposed of by Mr Thomas Lloyd, the deputy registrar. The following were some of the more important cases, which came before his Honour :—Jones (administratrix) v. Owen This was an action brought by Mrs Margaret Jones, of the Royal Oak Hotel, Lampeter, against Hugh Owen, manager of the National Provincial Bank, Limited, at Conway, to recover the sum of t6 15s for the keep of a horse at her stables. This action has been before the court on more than one occasion, and at the last hear- ing the defendant had been subpoenaed to appear and give evidence on behalf of the plaintiff, but although 20a had been given him as conduct money, he did not turn up, and his Honour thereupon adjourned the case until this court to enable him to consider what he would do in the matter. In the meantime another subpoena had been served on defendant, and 30a given with it, but he did not on this occasion attend the court. Mr W. P. Owen appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr Arthur J. Hughes for defendant. Mr Owen applied that the defendant be committed for contempt in not attending under the subpoenas served upon him, but the case was ultimately adjourned to the April court, his Honour re- marking that the defendant would be committed for contempt if he did not appear at the next hearing.-Evans v. the Tregaron United District School Board The plaintiff in this case was Mr David Evans, of Llanedi, Pontardulais, formerly a master at the Castell Flemish School under the defendant. The claim was JE7 18s., balance of salary due to him. Mr W. W. Brodie, of Llanelly, appeared for the plaintiff, and the defendants were represented by their clerk, Mr David Thomas. The plaintiff was called to prove his claim, and produced a letter from defendants dated 28th January, 1887, the terms of which he accepted. He gave up the school on June 20th, 1887. He had received a cheque from the Board for jE7 since,' and there was now due to him 27 18s. For the defence, the Clerk produced the books of the School Board, and maintained that the claim had been paid. His Honour gave judgment for the amount claimed, to be paid in a month.—Jones v. Roberts The plaintiff, Mr John Jones, Ystrad House, Lampeter, sued Win. Roberts, of Closeyrefel, Llanfairclydogau, far- mer, and obtained judgment against him at a previous court. The plaintiff had now issued a garnishee summons against David Al organ, Nantymedd, Llanfairclydogau, who, it was alleged, had bought defendant's farm, and had not paid over the purchase money. The case was adjourned to the next court. -Ejectineitt The plaintiff was William James, of Pantftin, Llan- llawddog, Carmarthenshire, fanner, and the defendant John Jones, of Hendre-Einon, Llan- fihangel-Rhosycorn, in the same county, labourer and the claim was for possession of the messuaee and premises called Hendre-Einon, aforesaid, and E49 0. lOd for damages and mesne profits. Messrs Evans and Thomas, Llandyssil, appeared for the plaintiff. Order was made by consent to give up possession in 14 days.—Herbert v. Jones This was an aetion brought by John Herbert County Court bailiff' at Lampeter, against John Jones, of Trafle, Llangeitho, farmer, claiming £ 5 as damages sustained by him by reason of being assaulted by defendant at Penforial Farm Llangeitho, on the occasion of a sale under a distress for the recovery of tithe rent charge. Mr Arthur J. Hughes appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr John Evans represented the defendant. Plaintift", examined by Mr A. J. Hughes, stated I was engaged to assist at the tithe sales at Llan- geitho by David Owen, the bailiff. I was going across a field in the performance of niv dntv> when the defendant collared me and said I was trespassing. He had nothing to do with the field. I went out of the field, and when I was getting into the road lie kicked me three times on the right leg. Cross-examined: I know Mr Rowlands. There was a large crowd. David Owen, the bailiff, was walking just in front of me, but with his face turned towards me. I did not beckon to the police till I was comma- back from Penforial. I did not see who gave me the first two kicks. I saw defendant give me a kick. I called P.S. Davies' attenion to the assault. Defendant followed me about all day. P.C. John Jones, examined I accompanied plaintiff on the day in question. I saw defend- ant kick the plaintiff on the back of the thio-h as he was leaving the field. Plaintiff was going off the field quietly. Defendant kept following the plaintiff all the time. Defendant gave him a violent kick. I told defendant to keep his legs and hands quiet. Owen was not standing by plaintiff when defendant kicked him. I was a little behind. There may have been 600 people present at the sale. David Owen, the bailiff, having been called to corroborate the last two witnesses, this ended the plaintiffs case. At this stage, Mr John Evans asked his Honour to allow him to retire with his client, t6 confer with him for a few minutes, as the evidence already given had taken him by surprise. The application was granted, and the parties retired together with Mr Hughes, the plaintiffs solicitor. After an I interval of about ten minutes, they returned, when Mr Hughe3 stated that they would not 1 trouble his Honour any further in the matter, as he, on behalf of the plaintiff, had been quite satisfied, and had Mr Evans' undertaking that everything would pe settled to his own and plain- tiff's satisfaction. Case withdrawn accordingly.— David Owen, bailiff, Tregaron r David Pi-iiliips, Tynymynydd, Blaenjjenal. This was a similar action to the last, and was settled on the same terms. BOAIW OF GCARDIANS. -A meeting of the Board was held on Friday, the 21st inst. Pre- sent—Mr David Davies, Velindre, in the chair Messrs John Fowden, Bank Hall, and T. H. R. Hughes, Neuaddfawr, ex-officios Revs Daniel Jones, Lampeter, and Daniel Griliiths, Tretilan Messrs David Davies, Lampeter Thomas Price, Llanycrwys Daniel Evans, Llanfihangel-Rhosy- corn David Thomas and Evan Davies, Llan- wenog Thomas Evans, Llanwnen David Davies, Llanybyther John Rees, Pencarreg John G. Marsden, Silian David Lloyd, clerk and E. Emmanuel .Jones, Master.The out- relief, &c., for the Lampeter district, per Mr David Parry, was JE34 2s 3d to 158 paupers. Llanybyther district, per Mr David Evans, £3G 17a 2d to 144 paupers. --Nuniber in the House, 26 corresponding period last year, 29. Vagrants relieved during the past fortnight, 37 corresponding week last year, 37.- Balance in the treasurer's hands, L581 10s 3d.—The Master reported as follows :—" 1. That, John Smith, a tramp, was admitted into the House by the order of the medical officer on the 12th inst., and is still in the House. 2. That a female casual was on the 18th inst. admitted into the House by the medical officer's order, and is still an inmate, she being with child and her husband having deserted her."—The contract with Mr D. P. Davies, Troedybryn House, for the valuation of railways, was executed.—An amended contract with Mr E. H. Griffiths, the medical officer for JLlanybyther district, for vaccination, was exe- cuted. FOOTBALL. -Lla)tdove)-y School v. St. David's College, Lampeter.-This match was played on the 20th inst., on the ground of the latter, and resulted in a victory for the home team by one goal, one minor, to one try, two minors. The ground was in good condition, and the weather was fine, which enabled a good concourse of spectators to assemble. The ball was set in motion by Phillips, one of the Lampeter forwards, but was promptly returned into touch by Conway Rees. Play settled for a time in neutral terri- tory, when Lloyd Roberts, gaining possession, passed to Conway Rees, who kicked behind the Lampeter goal line. Mr R. Williams touched down, and thus a minor was scored for the visitors. After the kick-out play again settled in "no man's land," when Lloyd Roberts, inter- cepting a pass, managed, after a splendid run, to place the leather behind the line. The kick, which was a "long 'un," was entrusted to Nicholl, but he proved unsuccessful. From this to half-time nothing prominent was scored on either side, in spite of the spirited efforts of the Lampeter forwards. When half-time was whistled the game stood-Llando very, one try, two minors Lampeter, nil. After the customary breathing time play settled down in the visitors' twenty- five, where ensued a number of well-contested scrimmages. Here J. E. Edwards, gaining possession of the oval, made a splendid run, and was within an ace of scoring when he was brought down close to the Llandovery rubicon. Here it was that the besieged showed a bit of determined play, successfully guarding their line till J. LI. y 11 Davies, from a throw out from touch, got over the line, but the try was disallowed by the referee. Shortly after, however, from a pass by the same player, D. T. Alban succeeded in scor- ing a try, which he also successfully converted amid vociferous cheering. The whistle sounding a few minutes later, a most hard and exciting game was brought to an end amid mingled cheers of "well played, Lampeter;" "well played, Llandovery The weakness of the home team during the first half was greatly due to the absence of some of their best members, namely- Ic Messrs D. Fisher, W. Richards, and J. A. Rees, who were indisposed. Among the Lampeter team, Weale, S. LI. Williams, D. T. Alban, and J. Ll. Davies deserve to be specially mentioned on account of their good play. Among the visitors those who played best were Messrs Chapman, Nicholl, Lloyd, Roberts, and Conway Rees. TEMPLE BAR (YSTRAD). THE annual trotting steeplechases and other competitions came off on Saturday, the 22nd inst., more successfully than the committee had anticipated. The weather was exceptionally fine, and the large crowd of spectators on the top of Bryngolau hill must have enjoyed the climate and the sport to their hearts content. The entries were not many, but each race was keenly and closely contested, and the winners were loudly cheered as they came in. Mr T. H. R. Hughes, M.F.H., Mr T. Lloyd Edwards, solicitor, Lampeter, and Mr S. Davies, Coedpark, held the post of judging and starting, and did their duty with zeal, efficiency, and to the satis- faction of all concerned. Their decisions are as follows For the best cob under 14 hands high—1st, W. Jones, Fronfelen 2nd, T. Jones, Caerfoef, and M. Evans, Penlanlas.—For the best puppy hound belonging to the Neuaddfawr Kennels, Mr T. Lloyd Edwards, the judge, awarded the prize to "Nine-pin," walked by Mr J. Jenkins, Blaenplwyf.—In the trot for geldings 11 and fillies under three years old, and ponies under 13 hands, it was an easy win for the filly of D. Jones, Old Shop, Cribin; 2nd, E. Evans, Pentrebach, and T. Evans, Cilgwyn. -In the farmers' race, the well-known pony from Cwmgyfeile came in first; Beynon Jones, Commonfynydd, being good second; and T. Griffiths, Voel, third. — The open trot fell through there being no entry. The first steep] eel itse was won by a bare length by T. Williams, Cwmllydan, and J. Jenkins, Blaenplwyf, was second and third.—The second steeplechase was won by half a length, by J. Jeiikins, Blaenplwyf second, a horse from Cwmgyfeile, and J. Jenkins, Penbryn, third. TREFILAN. TuE tea and two concerts lately given at Tretilan were very successful. A goodly number partook of a substantial and excellent tea supplied by the beneficence of Mrs Griffiths, Gelly; and presided over by the following ladies, viz. :— Misses Davies, Perthnoyadd A. S. Davies, Llwynybrain J. Richards, Ty Mawr S. Jones, (jelly A. Davies, Tretilan Rectory Elizabeth Rowlands, Tretilan Rectory and Mrs Evans, Cilbwn. In the interval games were played in the Rectory grounds-football, racing, &c.-the weather being all that could be desired fcr the purpose. Oranges and sweets were distributed to the children, who thoroughly enjoyed them- selves with their teachers and friends. All then adjourned to the schoolroom, when 26 of their number received awards for repeating verses out of the Bible and Collects out of the Prayer Book 24 were awarded prizes for regular atten- dance throughout the year; a total of 70 books being thus distributed in prizes. Then followed a most enjoyable entertainment, made up of singing and recitation by the following parties :— Hannah, Margaret, and David Evans, Red Lion David Jones and Jenkin Tom Jones, Talsarn Daniel L. Evans, Magdaline Evans, Edward Lewis Evans, and Henry Evans, Cilbwn Hannah Evans, Gwarffynon Mary Davies, Penlan John Davies, Warren Margaretta Jones and David Morgan, Gwarallt; D. E. Evans, Dolbwba; David Davies, Foxhole Ann Jenkins and Kate Howells, Penglogau Job Morgan, Castell; Griffith Jones and Thomas Davies, Llundain- fach Mary Morgan and Mary Evans, Talsarn M. H. Jones, schoolmaster; Charlotte Jones, Bose Mount; Ann Jones, Pentrefilan Ann Williams and Evan Williams, Dolacoyan and Trefilan Sunday School glee party. The chair was taken by the Rev D. Griffiths, Rector, whose interest iu the aftiLirs and well-being of the parish, assisted by faithful laity, is indefatigable and exemplary. HAVERFORDWEST. On Saturday afternoon Mr T. Jenkins, who for many years has filled the office of parish clerk of St. Martin's, Haverfordwest, was found dead on the steps leading from the churchyard to Chapel-lane, immediately in front of deceased's ho,ise. It is supposed that deceased was seized With a ft and fell down the steps. The head was covered with bruises, and presented a ghastly spectacle. FISHGUARD. CORONER'S INQUEST.—On Snturday evening, at the Fishguard and Bristol Trader Inn, Mr Ivor CORONER'S INQcEST. -On Saturday evening, at the Fishguard and Bristol Trader Inn, Mr Ivor Evans, coroner for North Pembrokeshire, held an inquest touching the death of Annie Davies, 72 yeais of age, who died the previous after- noon. The evidence of Martha John, daughter of deceased, was that she slept with her mother on Thursday night, and served her with breakfast in bed at half past nine on Friday morning. 'On going to the bedroom shortly after- wards she met her mother coming towards her all covered with blyod. Deceased said te her that the pain in her head was the cause, and pointed to 11-1 a small knite on the table as the instrument with which the deed was committed. The jury returned a verdict That the deceased not being of sound mind did kill herself by cutting her throat." UNLICENSED LIQUOR DEALING.—At the divisional petty sessions on Thursday-before the Rev. P. Phelps, Mr H. Worthington, Captain D. Harries, and Dr. Havard-Anne James, a widow, and an ex-publican was charged with selling beer on her unlicensed premises at Hotti- paas-street, Fishguard, on the 22nd December last, -.Afr Superintendent .Phillips, armed with a warrant, and assisted by three officers, entered the house at 8 o'clock on the evening in question. P.C. Parry had watched the place for two hours previously, and seen eight persons entering and five leaving. The police found in the front room nine persons, some of whom were youngsters, and one a woman, sitting round the table, on which were five empty glasses, with fresh froth. On another table were an empty jug, an empty cup, and a cup full of beer. In a back room were two 9 gallon casks on tap, one 2 gal., one 1 gallon jar full of beer. On the appearance of the police Mrs James endeavoured to empty one of the casks. The whole lot were, however, seized. The case was fully proved, and the accused was fined t7 10s. and costs, or a months imprison- ment.—Fines of 5s. each and costs were also inflicted on the persons found on the premises and an additional 2s. 6d. and costs on the persons who had given a wrong name. ANOTHER LICENSING ProsEcuTioN.—David Phillips, of the Globe Inn, for opening his licensed premises on Sunday. December 1st., and Mrs Wauge, who was seen to leave the house with a quart bottle of beer, were fined 20s. and 5s. and costs respectively. TENBY. THE Conservative Club at Tenby is an institu- tion that probably does more good than any similar association in Wales, simply because its labours are unceasing, and the gentry take an interest in it. As an absolute fact, there are gentlemen in Tenby who, month after month, do not think it too much trouble to dine half an hour earlier than usual, so as to attend the Club meeting. If the county gentry of Wales would take a leaf out of their bOfyk Conservatism in Wales would soon spread but how can poor men who have worked hard all day be expected to take an interest in preserving the acres of rich men, who find it irksome to give up one pleasure now and again in order to shew their belief in their cause. On Thursday a succsssful meeting of this Club was held. Air W. H. Richards pre- sided, and gave a very interesting address. Captain Jones Parry spoke on the Parnell Com- mission, and urged the electors to send men to Parliament who would not combine with those who had been found guilty of serious offences, but men like Admiral Mayne, who had clean hands and honest patriotic hearts. Songs and recitationsfollowed, andthe meetingwasconcluded by singing" God save the Queen." Amongst many others we noticed Captain Brook, Dr. Reid, Mr Remfry, Mr Lock, and Mr Jones Lloyd. PEMBROKE DOCK. A very important meeting of wardens was held at Pembroke Dock on Monday last. All who attended were earnest, energetic volunteers. Capt. Jones Parry addressed them at some length on their duties, and gave them practical advice as to the way of working their warden- ships. Admiral Mayne is deservedly popular at the Dockyard, and his chances of re-election improve every day. TRAPP. HEDGING MATCH.—The fourth annual competi- tion of the above match took place at Tirycastell Farm, kindly lent for the day by Mr D. Morris. The weather was fine but bitterly cold, which may have influenced the number of competitors, only 18 being present. The winners were—1st Class 1, David Griffiths, Penwain 2, George Dickson, Llansawel 3, Thomas Jones, Cwm- cenen 4, Evan Thomas, Maesyfallten 5, John Evans, Onenglas Bethlehem. 2nd Class 1, David Jones, Cwmcenen 2, John Jones 3, Griffith Thomas, Wernwgan 4, David Williams, Penygarn 5, John Griffiths, Nantfforchog. 3rd Class, for competitors under 20 years of age, to encourage rising talent 1, Tom Morris, Castell 2, David Morris, Castell (two brothers, and sons of the tenant). Benjamin Griffiths, Brynglas, carried off first prizes in slicks, baskets, and beehives. Competitions in brooms, spoons, and ladles were very few. The judges were Messrs Evan Thomas, Treiorwg G riftith Evans, Ffairfach and John Jones, Penllech, who succeeded in pleasing the vast majority. A sumptuous dinner for the stewards, judges, and competitors was provided free by Mr and Mrs Morris, who thoroughly deserved the hearty vote of thanks aocorded them. LLANSAWEL. Many of the numerous readers of THE JOURNAL will be glad to learn that a beautiful and costly reredos has been erecte d in the above Church, and at the entire cosi of the Edwinsford family. It is erected on the east chancel wall, and is a representation of t,he Good Shepherd. The latter stands exactly over the centre of the communion table. In its left hand is a crook, and at the feet are six sheep (3 each side) together with a lamb in its bosom. The attitude of the sheep at the feet, has, indeed, a most effective appearance. There are also carvings of two angels, who, with folded ha.nds, and gravely looking at the shepherd look most beautiful. The work was executed by Misses Earp and Hobbs London, and Manchester. At the case, the reredos bears the following inscription. "This reredos is erected to the glory of God, and tj the memory of Lady Looisa Agnew, and Sir James and Lady Williams- Drummond, by the.ir children James and Madeline Drummond. Lovers of art visiting Llansawel, would do well to view this rare and excellently executed piesce of workmanship. The tower, which still has not gone under renovation, is going to be done soon, some say, at Lady Drummond's own expense. The latter, is greatly revered by the inhabitants, and it is the wish of all, that, God willing, she may be spared to co ntinue in the good work she hsvs long since c. ommenced, that is, of visiting and aiding the sic :k and poor. VALE OF CLETTWR. A MEETINO of the Vale of Clettwr Liberal Asso- ciation was h eld in the Assembly Rooms, Allt- yrodyn Arms on the evening of the 21st inst. More intere8 t was manifested in making this meeting popul ar than the meetings held hitherto under the aus] oices of the Association. Printed placards had b een distributed all over the parish to make it wid ely known, on which the following sentences were very well discernible Rydd- frydwyr, dewel I i'r gad," Trech Gwlad nag Arglwydd." rJ .^he ilev. T. Thomas, Pantydefaid, occupied the chair. The subject under con- sideration was Disestablishment and Disendow- ment of the Foreign Church in Wales." The Rev W. J. Davies, Unitarien minister, being the chief speaker, he commenced his course from the 4th century of the Christian era, and off he went without turning either to the right or the left till he caught the hare be tween the walls of Allty- rodyn Arms, after a lon.g run for about an hour and a half. The next speaker was Capt. Davies, Rhydowen-fach. He pi essed his hearers to be firm, and wished them to join his club in not pay- ing any tithe at all. It was a pity that so few z;1 were present, because they lost a real treat to hear such an eloiqtient gpetvli. Only about a dozen of shillings and pence tithe payers had the privilege of hearing the worthy hero, and amongst those were the yoang folks of the district, in order to fill, the room and to keep each other warm and in good humou.r.—Altera few remarks from the chairman (Rev. T. Thomas, Panty- defaid), three deleg titcs wore appoiated to repro- sent the district at the central meeting, to to be held at Lampeter on the 27th inst., viz., John Thomas, Gwarcoedissaf; Capt. Davies, Rhydowenfach; and the Rev W. J. Davies, Llwyn.—Mr J. R. Thomas (C.M.), Pontsiall Board School, put a resolution to the meeting advocating the programme of the Liberal Federa- tion at Cardiff, but as the resolution was in English, and in classical language, the majority of the members present could not understand Mr Thomas's resolution very well. -Before the meet- ing dispersed Peggy Lewis' song was sung by the choir, and which they had practised for the occa- sion a week or two previousl-v.-ilir Thomas (tucker), Rhydowen village had intended to sing the solo, but his voice being not very clear at the time owing to a bad cold or a slight touch of the influenza. It was surprising that only two or p 11 three farmers attended, after such pains had been taken to get them to come. When it is too late they will see the real value of the two worthy speakers and the great and good object they have in hand. CONWIL. SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION.-On Thursday, the 20th inst., the election of five members out of the nine candidates to sit on this Board took place at the Schoolroom. There was great excitement all day, especially at the close of the poll, but P.C. Daniel managed to keep excellent order among the crowd. The polling commenced at 12 at noon and closed at 8 p.m. Mr Browne, solicitor, Carmarthen, was appointed to carry out the busi- ness, which he did efficiently. The result was as follows :—Elected T. Harries, Newton Park, 252; T. Jones, Penronw, 206; W. Davies, Pen- rhiwgwiail, 186; D. Griffiths, Nantyrerwydd, 155; John Owen, Farmer's Arms, 145. The result was received with cheers, and Mr T. Harries was shouldered and carried to the village. Mr Browne addressed the elected members, and said he hoped that the new Board would keep the school in a cleaner state than it was at present, as tne condition it was then it was disgraceiui. LLANSTEPHAN. PLOUGHING MATCH.—The 22nd annual Plough- ing Match for the united parishes of Llanstephan, Llangain, Llangunnock, and Llandilo-Abercowin, came off last Friday. A splendid field was placed at the disposal of the Committee by Mr J. Thomas, Parky vicar farm. It was in very good condition, -and just the thing to try the merits of the numerous competitors. Twenty- one yeomen of the plough entered the lists 5 in the champion class 3 first class 7 second class, and 6 third class. All the competitors in the champion class were old and tried hands, and the efforts to outstrip each other were very keen and earnest. This class was open to all-comers, but no strangers ventured to dispute the prowess of our local men this year. A marked improve- ment was to be noticed in the ploughs. They were all modern implements, and even a new English wheel plough was to be seen in the p 11 champion class. The work done by it was not equal to the expectations of the spectators, and it had to leave the contest minus a prize. It would be a great advantage to competitors, and would prevent a great deal of annoyance and vexation,if they were to have their implements ready and in perfect trim two or three days before the match, and not leave everything to be done that morning or the night previous. All the ploughmen did their work honestly, and no attempt was made to infringe the rules. The ploughing was excel- lent in every respect, from the champion to the boys, but the palm of the day was carried off by Mr Henry Jones, ploughman to Mr Thomas, Parky vicar. The judges specially mentioned him as the best ploughman on the field, although only competing in the second class. The horses were a tine lot of animals, and a great improvement on last year's exhibits. The harness was neat and clean, and, in most cases, of substantial quality. In two or three cases, too much brass was exhibited for the harness to be of much usefulness, but rather for exhibition purposes. Hedging was this year again put up for com- petition by tne committee, and three well-known hedgers competed. The work done reflected credit on the men, but it is rather a pity that more should not have competed. During the progress of the work, Mr Thomas, Parkyvicar, was busy about the field inviting the stewards and other officers of the match, friends as well as strangers, to partake of his hospitality. Mrs and Miss Thomas were very kind and attentive to supply the wants of all, and many felt on their return to the field, after partaking of the good things of this life, that "Life was still worth living." The ploughmen as well as the hedgers were also well cared for, and received meat and drinks to their hearts' content. The judges gave great satisfaction, and the remarks they made were to the point, and deserve to be turned into practical use. The following were the judges For ploughing Messrs Jones, Rotten Pill, Ferryside Alban, Brynteg, Car- marthen W. Evans, Treventy. For horses and harness—Messrs Hughes, Cottage, Llanstephan Rees, Crygan-fach, Llandefeilog Thomas Thomas, Llanstephan. For hedging-Messrs Thomas, Parkyvicar; J. Hancocke, Laques J. Phillips, Llanstephan J. Thomas, Penycoed. The judges gave their awards on the field, and a hearty cheer was given to each of the prizetakers. After the awards had been read out all the company wended their way down to the Union Hall Hotel, where the prizes were to be paid, and where a substantial dinner was provided. A large company sat down to an excellent dinner, provided by Host and Hostess Rees, and a very enjoyable evening was spent. Among those present we noticed the Rev D. S. Davies, (vicar of Llanybri), Rev W. R. Lloyd (curate-in-charge LIanstephan), Mr N. Church, Mr F. W. Church, Mr Frank Gwyn, Mr J. Gwyn, Mr J. Phillips Fyntion-fair Mr D. Williams Waunfwlchan &c, Toasts and speeches were the order of the evening, and all seemed to enjoy themselves thoroughly. The members of the brass band were in attend- ance, and under the baton of their promising new leader (Mr Morgan Morris,) they added greatly to the evening's enjoyment. Letters of apology for non-attendance were received from Mr Peter Hopkins, Swansea, and Mr Vincent Thomas, Carmarthen, both being laid up with ill- ness. Musical honours were accorded to the toasts, of the Chairman, (Mr N. Church) Mr Peter Hopkins, (vice-chairman,)Mr Frank Gwyn, (treasurer,) and Mr Robert Williams, (hon. secretary.) The following are the awards :— Ploughing—Champion class 1st, John Evans, Lan, Llangunnock 2nd, Joseph Evans, Lan, Llan. gunnock 3rd, Gad Protheroe, Lan, Llangunnock. First class 1st, Edgar Stephens, Lan, Llan- stephan; 2nd, William Williams, Clomendy, Llangain; 3rd, William Lewis, Graig, Llan- gunnock. Second class 1st, Henry Jones, Park- y-Vicar, Llanstephan 2nd, Francis Evans, Down Farm 3rd, J. R. Davies. Pentewyn Farm 5th, William Williams, Penycoed 5th, James Morris, Penhen, Llangain. Third or Boys' class 1st, Charlie Phillips, Gelli 2nd, John Evans, Waunfwlchan 3rd, Ben Griffiths, Lan 4th, David John, Ffordd; 5th, Ben Griffiths, Laques. Horses—Champion class T. Phillips, Llanybri; let, E.. Stephens, Lan; 2nd, M. Morris, Penhen; Zrd, Stephens, Lan. Harness Champion class T- Phillips, Llanybri; 1st, Mrs Williams, Clomendy 2nd, B. Davies, Pentewyn •, 3rd, D. Williams, vVaunfwlchan. Best team on the field, E. Stephens, Lan best harness, B. Davies., Pentewyn best groom, R. Phillips, Llanybri. Hedging: 1st, John Reynold, Llanybri; 2nd, D. Jones, Plas 3rd, Stephen Jones, Llanstephan. The following tradesmen from Carmarthen kindly supplied the committee with articles for prizes :—Mr Charles, saddler, a carriage whip; Mr D. T. Lloyd, a bag of manure Mr James Davies, ironmonger, a dung-fork; Mr Walter Lloyd, chemist, half-a-dozen drenches. PONTARDULAIS. WE are glad to hear that Mr S. N. Jones, master of Llandilo Talybont National School. has earned the excellent merit grant this year again, having passed 97 per cent. Great praise is due to Mr Jones for the improvement of the school since he has had charge of it.—H.M. Inspector reports that the school has greatly im- proved since last year. Miss L. Jefferies is not without her share of praise for the efficient manner in which she conducts her infant depart- ment. WE regret having to announce the death of Miss Bessie Lewis, of Melynmonach, who died on Sunday morning last. THE new Baptist Chapel, Calvaria, is about being completed, opening services will be held shortly.