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LLANFRYNACH. Death cf an Old Iobabitant.-We regrafrto record the death of Mr John Prosser, Llwyn- froo, which took place on Wednesday, Jan. 31st. The deceaeed, who was in his 86&h year, had iivcd all his life in this locality and was greatly respected. At oce time be acted as bailiff at Caerau Farm. The funeral took place at Llanfrynacb Church on Monday, the 5th ins*. The officiating clergymen were the Rev Hilary W Lewis (Rector of Llanfrynach), and the Rev D Saunders Jones (Rector of Cantref. The chief mourners were Mr and Mrs prosper, Mr and Mrs W Hadley, Mr W Prosser, Mr aod Mrs Price Jones, Mr and Mra T Prosser, Mr and Mrs Charles, Mrs Clifford, Mr Fred-Httdloy, Mr Jack Prosser, Jack, Tom, Percy, Fred aDd Maud Jones (grandchildren), Mrs Williams acnd Mrs Evalas. The coffin waq of Welsh oak (unpolished), with brass fittings, and was eupplied by Mr Walters, Llanfrynach. The late Miss Ann Daviez-We regret to record the death of Miss Ann Davies, Tymawr, who-passed avay on Friday last after a short illness. The deceased was 64 years of age, and for the last 44 years bad been in the service of the deWinton family at Tymawr. By her sym- pathy and tactful management she gained the respect of her fellow servants, wbilst she was most loyal towards her employers, and her de. votion to her duties secured for her the admira. tion and esteem of the whole family The late Miss Davies attended Llanfrynach Church, and was a very regular communicant, 'i he funeral took place at Cantref Church on Tuesday.

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GILWERN. Red Croea and Reading Room.-On Saturday last a concert in aid of the above-named good objects was beld in the Council School, when a very large number of people assembled. The large schoolroom was packed with a most appreciative audience, who were rewarded with a musical treat by the Misses Roberts and Miles, Tredegar, Mr D James, Beaufort, and Mr East Hope, Gilwern, all of whom through tbe kindness and kflaence of Mr D Gibson Harris, rendered their services free. To Mr Eastbope is due further thanks for kindly placing bis piano at the service of the promoters. The Rev EAT Roberts occupied the chair, and Messrs F J Hurley and J Doughty acted as accompanists. There is perhaps some little explanation necessary as to why, during this time of war, the reading room should be tacked on to the Red Cross to share tbe proceeds of the concert. The promoters of tbe, concert were aware of the weak financial condition of the reading room and the immediate necessity of internal renovation to make it worthy of its name. They also felt that its present condition is due to the absence, serving under the coloor, of many of its faithful supporters, and that it was the doty of those enjoying the comforts of civil life to keep it in a presentable state till the time when tbe "boys" come home. Hence the division of the concert fund, which it is expected will run ioto several pounds, between the Red Cross Society and the Reading Room Committee. Personal. We congratulate Lieut J H Pickering and Corpl W L Perrott on baing promoted on (he battle field, the former from second to first lieutenant and tbe latter from corporal to sergeant. In civil life both boys were as busy on the football and cricket field as they are now on tba battle field, and to their credit let it be said they have always played the game." Obituary, The deepest sympathy of Gilwern- people goes to Mr and Mrs Eares in their sudden bereavement by the death of tbeic little daughter, The was at school on Wedcoaday eliding with bcr schoolmates bat developed sudden and rapid bronchitis pissing away in the early hours of Friday morning. The funeral took place on Tuesday. The Rii EAT Roberts officiated both at the bouse ani graveside. The children of the Council School attended under the superintend- ence of the headmaster (Mr A Perrott), the Misses Boaden and Doman, and Mrs Watkins, assistants, aud sang with visible feeling two of the deceased's favourite hymns, "Jesus loves me," and Shall we gather at the river ?" Messrs Fred German, W J Rawlings, W Jones and Maldwyn Edwards acted as bearers, and represented Hope Sunday School, where the little one bad been a faithful attendant. 1 Children's Conflert.—Oa Monday, the t-M iust., a very pleasant evening was spent in the Gilwern Church Room, when a concert was given by the Llaneliy Sunday school children, assisted by friends, Solos were rendered by "r û 0 Perkins and Miss Violet Evans, and recitations by Miss Sbirley Pieroa, and the scholars of the Sunday school, wbile the aççQropni8 for the evening was Miss Maysie Herbert, Beaufort. Several dialogues and sketches were also given by the school children and teachers which created roars of laughter. Special mention should be made of Master Ronald Assinconrt, who, got up in the role of "Charlie Chaplain," was really a concert in himself. Thanks are doe to Mr F J Edwards (superintendent) who was ably assisted by the teachers, viz., the Misses G M Stephene, A Phillips and E Sheppard, who bad trained the children in such an excellent manner, and were well repaid for their la-boar by a fall aadisnc2. Mr W Williams, Brynteg," who presided, proved a most suitable chairman, and spoke in a very feeling manner of the Belgian starving childrtn, to whose relief the proceeds were devoted. Thanks are also due to Mrs and Miss Waters, Beaufort Hotel, for lending their pieno, flags. eto. Votes of thanks were proposed by the Rsva EAT Roberts (rectoi) and E L Jones (curate), seconded by Mr W Bassett and Mr J Jones. The singing of the National Anthem brought a very successful evening to a close.

TALGARTH. GREAT HALF-PRICE WEEK at D. JONES & Co's., Talgarth, commences FRIDAY Next. A large quantity of Remnants and Odd. ments to be cleared at Half-Price. War Savings.—The big jump of 100 certifi- cates, already reported, was eclipsed on Satur- day evening with the aid of 100 taken by the Glanenig Lodge of Oddfellows Over 70 certificates were also individually subscribed for, making a total of 170. The Talgarth War Savings Association now boasts over 1000 certificates. Even school children ere emptying their money boxes to get certificates, and one child has taken 13. Glanenig Lodge of Oddfellows -On Saturday evening the Glanenig Lodge of Oddfellows held their monthly meeting, when the secretary (Mr Jno. Prtchard) produced the balance sheet for 1916. showing a balance on the year's working of over JE57. With a good surplus standing to the lodge's credit, it was thought desirable to show a patriotic spirit, and it was ananimously resolved to invest in 100 War Savings certifi. cates. Opportunity was taken of this occasion to present a cheque to P P G.M. Bro. F Morgan, who had just concluded 39 years of office in the Lodge. The presentation was made by tbeN G., Bro Thos Price, supported by the Secretary. Bro Morgan suitably responded, sincerely thank- ing the brothers for their kindness. The Secretary reported#that over 85 members of the lodge were serving their King aud country, 35 from the voluntary section and over 50 from the State section. Tithe Rent Dinner.—The annual tithe rent audit of the Ecclesiastical Commissioners and the Yicar (Rev D Williams) was held at the Tower Hotel on Friday, when Mr T H John (representing Messrs E David and David, Car- diff) attended and presided at the dicner. About 30 sat down to the good things provided bp the Hostess, Mrs Powell. The Chairman proposed the toast of II The King," which was heartily drunk.. Rev T H Bevan proposed the health of tbe Chairman. Mr John responded, thanking the company for their good wishes. I

BRECON. Death of Old Railway Employee.-The death took place on Friday of Mr Edmund Jones (guard), 19, Free Street, in his 80th year Deceased Was for over 50 years in the employ of the Midland Railway Company as passenger guard and travelled between Swansea and Hereford-, and retired on pension 13 years ago. He brought the first Midland train into Brecon from Hereford. War Loan.—Sir John Llewelyn and family have subscribed £ 63,000 to tbe Victory War Loan. Personal. — Mr Leonard Dunning, H.M. Personal. Mr Leonard Dunning, H.M. Inspector of Constabulary, whose district includes Breconshire, has been made a knight ( (New Year Honours List). Sir L Dunning was 1 formerly chief constable of Liverpool. THE FINEST TEA obtainable in Brecon is Meredith's Digestive Tea at 2s 6d per lb, in Ub, 41b, and ilb packets. Guaranteed excep- tionally free from tannin.—MEREDITH & SONS, Brecon. Prayer Meetings.—On Monday night a united prayer meeting was held at Kensington Chapel in connection with the Free Churches of the borough. HOSPITAL FOR FOUNTAIN PENS.—Any make pen quickly and cheaply repaired.-A, Hughes and Son, Stationers. Marriage. At Bethel C.M. Chapel on Tuesday, the marriage took place of Mr David Williams, Llangasty Talyllyn, fourth son of the late Mr and Mrs B Williams, Pencaefadog, and Miss Mary Jane Price, second daughter of Mr and Mrs Jeffrey Price, Trostre. The c remony was performed by the Rev D J Henry, pastor of the Chapel. The bridesmaid was Miss Maggie Price, sister of the bride, and Mr John Williams, Parkwood, was the best man. The young couple motored to Abergavenny en route to Cardiff, where the honeymoon is to be spent. MEREDITH & SONS for Chaff Cutters, Turnip Cotters, Sheep Racks, Sheep Troughs, Sheep Netting, Pig Troughs, etc., by the best makers at lowest prices. Best quality Petroleum delivered free in casks or drams.-B, High street, and Lion Yard, Brecon. University Commission.— Mr W S Miller, Prof Joseph Jones and Mr W E Jones (county fioauce clerk) gave evidence before the Welsh University Commissi-on. in London last weGk, on behalf of the Breeonshite Education Committee. X-OULIE Girl's Death.—The death took place on Saturday of Miss Mabel Wyatt, daughter of Mr and Mrs Wyatt, 33, Church Street, Llanfaes, after a somewhat long illness, at the age of 15 years. The funeral took place yesterday at St. David's Churchyard. For Coogbs and Colds, Bronchitis, Asthma, ele., GwiUim's famous Cough Linctus is excellent. Bottles 1/3. Gwillim, Chemist, i Brecon. Mr D Lloyd George—The Man of the hour" was the subject of a lecture delivered at the Plough Chapel on Tuesday night by the Rev Evan William i, of Loudon, in connection with the saries of lectures arranged by the local Free Church Council, goods.-For Garden, Flower, and Farm Seeds try the old firm, A. Wilding (late J. Wilson), 3, Tne Struet, Brecon. 'Phone 92 Time the tone test. Our seeds have given entire satis- faction for nearly half a century, and for qualify and productiveness cannot bo bs&teo A tri»l order solicited. Funeral,—The funeral of Mrs J Lewis, 7. NeWtuarch street, whose death we announced in Cur last issue, took place on Saturday at St. David's Church, The Rev J Simon officiated. The chief mourners were Mrs P Jones (daughter), Masters Kenneth and Bert Lewis (sens), and Mra Walker (sister-in law). A large number of friends attended including members of St. David's Mothers' Union of which deceased was an associate.

TRECASTLE NOTES AND NEWS. [By Novus HOMO.] On Tuesday evening, the 7th inst., a memorial service for Mr D A Hughes, whose sudden death at a Preston military hospital was reported in our last issue, was held at the Trecastle National School and a very large number of relatives and friends attended. The Vicar (Rev P W Green) conducted the service and spoke highly of the good qualities of the deceased as a faithful communicant of the Church, a regular attendant of the Sunday School, an ideal husband, a peaceful neighbour, and a firm friend. The Rev D H Williams, C.M, Trecastle, and Mr Wm Edwards, Login House (Churchwarden) also spoke in the same strain. The Rev-D H Williams said he had lived over a year at the deceased's house, and had, consequently, frequent opportunities of forming an opinion of him. He regarded him as one of the most promising young men in the district, as one of the kindest of husbands and as one full of love and zeal for his Chi.rch, King and country, as well as an .honest and straightforward business man. Several hymns were sung by the vast audience, and the 11 Dead March" was beautifully played by the able organist of the Church, Miss Evans, Penvay, near Trecastle. We are all sorry to bear of the serious indis- position of Mrs David Evans, of LJy wel, who is confined to her bed under the care of Dr W R Jones, Sennybridge. The first lamb of the season appeared in the flock of Mr D T Jeffreys, Camden. It is now nearly a fortnight old and looks well in spite of the severe weather.

FARM IfOUSE FATALITY. Sad Death of a Child at Nantbran. An icquest was held on Monday evening at Pentregwyn Farm, Llanfibangel Nantbran, before Mr W Jones-Williams, deputy coroner, touching the death of EuBtaoe Jones, the two- year-old son of Mr John Jones, Pentregwyn, vice-chairman of the Brecon Board ojf Guardians, who died on Friday evening last as the resnlt of being scalded. Evidence was given by deceased's father, who eai 1 that on Thursday last they bad put hot water in a churn in the kitcbec, and the child, who was about playing, polled the plug I of tb3 oburn out with the result that the water, about a gallon in quantity, drenched bim and scalded him. They immediately applied olive oil, and Bent for the doctor, Deceased died tbe following evening. Dr W R Jones, of Sennybridge, gave evi- dence that death was doe to shock caused by soalding. The jury returned a verdict accordingly. Mr W J Price, Pontwillim, proposed a vote of sympathy with the family, and tbis was seconded by Dr W R Jones and member's of tbe jury, and the Coroner endorsed the remarks of Mr Price.

LLANGAMMARCH WELLS. Church Activities.—In connection with tbe Church of St. Csdmarcb, there is regularly throughout tbe year special work done, under the direction and with the help of tbs Rector (tbe Rev, J Evans) and Mrs Evans. The Naralug and Ambulance Brigade, the girl I guides and tbe boy scouts meet every Monday, and the sewing guild every Wednesday. All tbede are a great success and the church is fa I a very flourishing state. The raes&bsrs of the Church Band of Hopo meet regularly. 10 nonnection with it is a children's Baviogs bank, which ia a great success. The Rector and Mrs Evans take a great interest in this part of their work, and already the members bavo invested £ 30 io the War Loan. Competitive Concert —On the 7th inst. a very successful competitive concert was held in the Church Institu e, in aid of the Church Organ Fund. The chair was taken by Colonel Holden, and tbe proceedings were nondocted by tbe Rector, tbe Rsv. J Evans. Lady Wilson kindly invested the prizewinners. The musical adjudicator was Mr Jobu Price, G and L.T.S.C., Beulab, and tbe secretary was Mr D I Davies. Results Qaartette, "O hugh thee my fcabie," Mr W Davies, Oakfield, and friends. Daett, Messrs W Davies and D E Griffiths. Soprano or tenor, divided between Miss L Wooding and Misa Wifinie Davies. Contralto or baritone, Miss Bessie Thomas. Sight singing for fonr, Mr W Daviss and party. Solo for girls under 14, 1st, Mabel Herbert 2od, 'Sybil Evans 3rd, Gwiitbyn Hughes. Solo for boys under 14, let, Hilary Richards 2nd, Ecnlyn Jones. lea. promptu speech, Mr W Davies. On Leave.—Pte. Eddie Jones, A.S.C., son of Mr Jones, saddler, Bristol Hoaee, has been home on short leave looking well.

BEULAH. Eglwys Oen Do Evane, the Vicarage, bas left home to undertaka frésh duties. For two and a half years ahe has given her services voluntarily as organist, and she will be greatly missed. Miss Phyllis Arthur has now taken her place as organist. War Noofi.-Pte. William Price, 800 of Mr and Mrs Price, Pencenlan, .has been borne for ten days' leave. He was one of the first to join from this district, and was then under sixteen years of age. He has seen service in France, bat owing to illness be was sent back to London about three months ago, where he bas been treated in hospital. He is very much better, and is going to a convalescent camp. Pte. Alf Morgan is now, after months of bard fighting in the trenches, suffering from rheumatism, and is in hospital in France. His brother, Llew Morgan, is in hospital suffering j from tonsilitis. They are the nons of Mr John Morgan, Gsrddoleu, and they, too, joined soon after the outbreak of war, and have been doing tbtir bit iu France for a long time.

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NATIONAL SERVICE. Commissioner for Breconshire and Kadnorshire. We understand that Prof. Joseph Jones, of the Brecon Memorial College, has received the appointment (unpaid) of sub-commissioner for the two oounties of Brecon and Radnor under Mr Neville Chamberlain's voluntary national service scheme.

LLANAFANFAWR. Foueral.-Tho funeral of Miss Blythe, Bwlcb-yr-adwy-wynt, who, as stated in our last issue, parsed away in less than a fortnight after her mother, took place at Llanafan on Monday, the 5th inst. Her sudden and un- expected death caei quite a gloom ovet the district. The large concourse of people-in fact, the whole neighbourhood bad turned out -proved in what high esteem the departed was held. The coffin (supplied by Mr Walter Lewis, Builtb Wells), was of polished oak, with brass fittings, and bore the ineicriptiou- Mary Blythe, died 31st January, 1917, aged 47 years." A memorial service was held at Llanafao Church on Sunday evening, the lltb inst, when the Church was fat!.

LLANGATTOCK. Extreme, Col&The coldest night ex- perienced for many years a this district was on Toogday, last week, when 32 degrees pf frost were registered at Llanwysg, the residencs of Mr Gwilym C. James. War Notes.—Pie, F R Hertington has been killed in action io Frauca. Pte. Herrington will be remembered as having for a consider- able time been por.ter at the workbonse. He joine3 the army soon after the outbreak of war. Las", year be married Miss Watkios, daughter of the late Mr John Watkins, formerly surveyor to the Crickbowell Raral District Council. Much sympathy is felt for Mrs Herringfon in her bereavement. At the meet- ing of the Crickhowell Guardians on Monday, cn tho motion of Mr G C James (ohairman), seconded by Mr Wro. Rosser, a vote of Condolence with Mrs Harrington was passed.

LLANWRTYO WELLS. Military Notes.—Private Jack Williams, i Welsh Regt, son of Mr W Williams, station master, is borne on leave from the front.—Pte Glyn Blythe, Esgairnoel ganoi, bas been ap- pointed lance-corporal at tbe front. Pte I Clement Price, Royal Flying Corps, son. of I Councillor Evan Price. GNalia House, has gone to France,—Trumpet-Major Hope and Corporal Stewart Jones, Pleasant View, are bome on leave. Police Court—Thursday, before Dr Black Jones (in the chair) and Mr J T Evans, Richard ¡leave. 1 I Brown, Cefnporth Farm, Llanganten, and David Jones, Pantawel. Llanganten, were summoned for allowing ponies to stray on the 5th January. —P.C. Richards proved the cases, and defen- dants were each fined 7s 6d including costs. -P.C. Richards proved the cases, and defen- dants were each fined 7s 6d including costs. Lecture. The lecture entitled Crefydd, Cymru, heddyw, ddoe, ao yfory," delivered by Professor D Miali Edwards, of Brecon, at the Independent Chapel on the evening of the 7th inst, drew a large and appreciative audience. The Rev R James occupied the chair, and the proceeds, amounting to X5 17s 6d. were given to the Y.M.C A. and the Llanwrt}d Wells United Knitting Class. A vote of thanks to the Pro- I fessor was proposed by Mr Isaac Williams and I seconded by Councillor Saunders Morgan. I

TALYBONT-ON-USK. Wounded.—2535 Sirge!1.Dt J B Dirke, Herefordshire Regiment, is officially reported wounded (address of next of kin, Tiiybout-on- Usk). Auction Mart.-Mr W J Price (of Messrs David and W J Price) conducted a very successful mart on Monday. S'jeep trade was dragging; tegs sold well, porkers ftnd store aud fat qattle made good prices.

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CEFN COED f icouncil Allotments.—A sab committee of the Vaynor and Penderyn hural District Council met at the Goitre Coed Outfall Works last week to arrange for the allotment of spare land for garden plots. It was decided to invite applica- tions from residents for the right to cultivate several plots, and to erect pig styes thereon if desired. A small nominal charge will be made, amounting to from 6d to Is per annum, and the Council will undertake to fence the whole of the ground in such a manner as to prevent cattle straying on to it. It is recognised that as considerable labour is involved in the first few years of tenancy, security of tenure should be guaranteed., Fifty-Five and at the Front.—Another of the successful spries of smoking concerts was held at the "Gwynne's Arms" last week in honour of Private Daniel Freeman, A S C., who has served eighteen months in France and was home on leave. The chair wagtaken by Mr W Williams and Mr Barlow (Abercanaid) acted as accompanist. A programme of songs, etc was contributed by Messrs D T Davies, W Hughe/ J Quintan, W Williams, J Lewis, R Edwards' T Richards, J Lewis (Pleasant View), Gwilym Lewis aid Charlie Willis. Mr D T Jones made tbe presentation t-o Ptt Freemaa of a purse of money given by his friends and Mr D Parry, gave Pte Freeman a parcel of tobacco from the hostesses (the Misses Williams). The recipient responded, thanking his friends for their kind- ness which be appreciated very much, though be considered that be bad dnoe no more than his duty in his service for King and country. Pte. Freeman, who is fiftyfiqe years of age, has now returned to France. Licensing Sessions.—A very satisfactory report was presented by Deputy Chief Con- stable Hand at the annual Vcensing Sessions for the Petty Sessional Division of Penderyn held at Cefn Coed, on Thursday, before Col J J Jones (in the chair) and Mr J Harpur. The Deputy Chief Constable, reported that during 1916 proceedings were taken against four license holders, three were convit ted. Only three per. sons were convicted for drunkenness and four for having been drunk and disorderly, a decrease of two in respect of simple drunkenness and of four in cases cf drunkenness with aggravation. He had served notice of objfctLn on the licensee of the Rose and Castle Ion, Cefu Coed, on be ground that the house was not required. The licensed houses generally had b-,en well conducted. All the licenses were renewed with the exception of the "ROSR aud Castle coa. sideration of which was deferred until the- adjourned sessions. The Chairman com- plimented the Division upon the reduction in drunkenness, but warned licensees that breaches of the Liquor Control Board's Order would ia, future be very severely dealt with.

ERWOOD. Patriotic Concert.—A patriotic concert was held at the Market Hall on the 7th inst by the Gwenddwr Church and Chapel Sunday Schools. It is worthy of mention that this is the third concert of the kind given :n aid of war charities, instead of for the treat fund as formerly, the- scholars willingly giving up their annual sum- mer treat this year in aid of the Penyoie, Dderw and Builth Red Cross hospitals. Last vear the concert was given for the same objects, and the year before for the Belgian Refugees. The whole performance at the concert under notice from the opening chorus to the National Acthem was a credit to the artistes. The act on songs by ti.e school children were wel! done, reflecting great credit on the performers and their painstaking teacher, Miss Hatfield the singing of the United Choir (conducted by Mr James Davies) was excellent, all the soloists were in fine form. Able accompanists were 'found in the Misses Hatfie'd, T M Stephens and and G M Jones. Mr Howell Powell, Pontybat, presided. Appended is the programme :—Part song, "Men of Harlech," Llew Cietiwr's Choir; song, Luiiaby," Miss Avnii Williams, New- garden recitation, Prices up." Miss C Prosser. Gwenddwr; song," Com-, to Battle," Mr C V Richards, Maesclettwr song, A little bit of Heaven," Mrs Stalev, Gwenddwr song, 14 When you come home," Miss White, Erwood action song, "Eight Little Cherubs," Gwenddwr In- fants, conductor, Miss Hatfield; song, "In an old fashioned town," Miss G M Jones, Erwood comic song (encored), Mr Jim Jones, Alltmawr part song, First rose of spring," Llew Clettwr's Choir action song, I- China Man," Gwenddwr Schoolchildren; song, 'Four Jolly Smiths," Mr C V Richards song, Lads in Kbaki," Miss White stump speech, "Advice to women of all kinds," Mr C Dodd, Bailejhalog song, Blue Eyes," Miss Jones; sketcti, Gwenddwr Party (Mr S Jones, Cefnhirwain, Mr W Wil- Williams, Nantfirad Miss M J Price, Pentwyn- and; Mrs Staley, Gwenddwr); action song, (i War house wives," Gwenddwr School Girls comic song (encored), Mr Jim Jones part song, "Gogerddan," Llew Ctettwr's Choir. The good order which was maintained should be men- tioned, as an improvement in thid respect was needed at Erwood.

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WILD WORK AT CEFN. Extraordinary Midnight Occur- rences. A great deal of excitement bas been caused iu the village of Cefo Coed by very carious occurrences. On Sunday morning it was dia covered that during the night the large plate glass windows of the R)ya! Stores and auclad Stores bad been broken, apparently by stories. In addition, a large pane of glass in the window of the newsagent's shop (Misa Claudia Williams) had been smashed, also one at tho Riilway IUD, while four paces bad been similarly destroyed at Ebentzer Congregational Church. In each case the stones had been burled right through the glaps and were found in the building. A remarkable feature is that noth- ing whatever appears to have been stolen. Tbe police are making investigations.

MARKETS GUIDE. Trade and Prices. HAY Candlemas Fair, Thursday,—There was a moderate supply of cattle with a brisk trade. Prices :—Cows and calves 925 to £ 35, two-year-old steers Y,24 to £ 28, yearlings ilS to f.24, barrens JE20 to R25, mutton Is Id to Is 3J per lb., pigs 483 to 60d each. HAY General, Thursday.—Big supply, attendance very good, and demand brisk. Prices Butter la lOd to 2 per lb., eggs 5 for Is, chickens Is 3d per lb., fowls 63 per couple, rabbits Is 4d each, bares 3s and 4 each, apples 2d per lb., potatoes 10", per cwt. BRECON Provision, Friday.-Somewbat small supply on account of the severity of the weather demand good. Prices :—Buttrr Is lid to 2s per lb., eggs 4 for Is, fowls 7s to 9s per cpl., geese Is 5j per lb., ducks 69 each, pig meat spare rib Is 4d per lb., mouse Is 53, faggots Id each, apples lOd to Is per quarter, rabbits Is 6d eacb. TALGARTH, General, Friday.—There was a small supply and produce was dearer and was qaickly bought up. Prices Eggs 4 for Is, butter Is 9d and Is lOd per lb, dressed fowls Is 5d and Is 6d per lb, rabbits Is 4d and Is 5d eacb, apples 2d to 3d per lb.

SENNYBRIDGE. Auction Alart.-Messrs Dd and W J Price, auctioneers, conducted their usual mart on Tuesday, aud good prices were realised. Fat cattle made £ 36 10s to £ 42 heifers, Y,29 porkers, X4 to £4 4s sheep (wethers), 46s to rarns, 60s to 78s.

CRiCKHOWELL. ".1 HaiQiall.—uariBf* jannary last the rainfall registered was 2 07 inches, the greater part of which was melted snow. The average for 20 years is 3 36 inches. Extreme Cold.—Jhe bard frosts we have recently been experiencing commenced on January 5th last, and continued with increasing intensity. The climax appears to have been reached on the 6th inst., when 29 degrees of frost were registered by-gronnd thermometers. This is rbe lowest temperature recorded for many years. H certainly was not equalled in the severe winter of 1894 5, and is probably the coldest record in this district since 1881. We understand ^degrees were registered at LlaDgattocb* Board of Guardians.—Mr G C James pre- siding. The Rev W A Daviea aalted.whet-her any steps bad cieeo taken with regard to bringing down the rations in the House to the level of the Food Controller's regulations. The Clerk (Mr T Vaugban) pointed out that the dietary could not be altered without the sanction of the Local Government Board, and he had not received any official intimation on the matter. It was decided to ask the Master to curtail the supply of meat, &c. as far as possible. A state- ment that the consumption of eggs at the house had decreased was received without comment. Narrow Escape.—Another very narrow escape was witnessed at the junction of Beaufort street and Standard street on Tuesday morning. A little boy, four or five years of age (whose father is on Active Service) ran across the junction without observing a motor-car making towards Brecon. The driver of the car, a well known local gentleman, saw him in time, travelling carefully as he was, and turned I the car down High street and saved the situation, Randocfl Jottings-The past week was a j remarkable one in many ways for Criohhowell people, and caused Y to wonder what bad Come over the place. No water, no gas, and precious little coal, were general complaints. The JCircitv of water was caused by the severe frost, which doubtless not only stopped several springs feeding the reservoir, but alao prompted, consumers to keep their water taps running day and night to prevent the freezing of pipes. Of course the discovery of shortness of water was made rather late in the day, and consequently the town supply was turned off on the first night without the townspeople being notified. Inconvenience was agaiu caused on account of the Gas Works being practically frozen up. For two days and nights, the town was once more without gas, and sellers of oil and candles were made busy. The Rural District Council in deciding not to press observance of the bye. laws as to keeping pigs, did not take quite so long to come to a conclusion as they did to bring the bye-laws into operation several years ago. There was then a lot of ill feeling intro. duced into the question, and not a little "grunting." It is hoped that a little more "grunting" will from now on be heard, but of a more pleasurable kind.