The Brecon County Times Neath Gazette and General Advertiser for the Counties of Brecon Carmarthen Radnor Monmouth Glamorgan Cardigan Montgomery Hereford

BRECON AND THE VICTORY LOAN. The Brecon War Savings Committee, whose good work in the highly important cause of national thrift covers a wide district, begin their week of intensive effort for the Victory Loan on Friday, s It will be a nine-day week," lasting until and including Saturday, tJle 12th inst., and the promoters very naturally and properly expect that during that time a very large amount of the money that has been accumulated in this locality since the War Loan campaign will be placed at the disposal of the Government. So confident are the committee of suc- cess that they do not propose to repeat on a large scale the artful aid of alluring advertisements in many forms which they called to their assistance last year although it is intended to do a lot of real spade work quietly, with the help of the banks and other institutions. We applaud their confidence and their resolve, believing both to be thoroughly justified. Nor do we think well-to-do folk need anything in the way of newspaper "puff" to persuade them to put their spare cash into the loan. The investment is ad- mittedly a very fine one, offering a splendid return on the security of the State and its success means a reflex benefit to the whole community, for it will enable the Government, as we have before pointed out, to put a limit on our enormous taxation, to vastly improve the position of the nation ip regard to those of its war borrowings which carry heavy interest, and to approach with a certainty of results the great schemes of recon- struction to which we are now committed. For those who have a considerable stake in the financial soundness. of the State nothing could be better, nor could any present action of theirs be more patriotic, than investment in the Victory Loan and we feel sure they know it. But we should like to make a more direct appeal 6 to the working classes of Brecon and district. A large number of them have small sums they can invest if they like, and we hope they will entrust them to the Government. There has recently grown up in Brecon an organised Labour movement which, if it is influenced by the considerations of hostility to the Government which are deciding the actions of organised Labour in many other places, may be disposed to turn a deaf ear to the appeal to all classes to take their part in making the Victory 11 y Loan a great triumph. We do not assert that this is the case we do not think it is, for we believe the great majority of the working men of Brecon are too-level headed not to see that a stable Govern- ment is of more importance to them than to any other section of the community, Possibly, however, there are some among them who have doubts whether they ought to help this particular Government, which is not a Labour Ministry. If there be any such among them, we beg them to hear Councillor Peter Wright, of Newport, a trusted Labour leader, on -Friday. He will speak as one of them- selves, and we venture to prophesy that when they have heard him they will be convinced.

THE SPLENDID SPIRIT. In the little impromptu speech which be made to the vast crowd that assembled in front of Buckingham Palace on Peace Night our future sovereign, the Prince of Wales, stated that he feels sure that "the splendid spirit which has carried us through these last five trying years to a victorious peace will help us in the diffi- cult days that lie ahead of us." It will do more. It will, if it is maintained, supply a solvent to all our troubles and hasten the advent of that general pros- perity with which we hope to grace the new and peaceful age to which we have attained. But it is essential that that splendid spirit" of amity, unity, altruism and constant devotion to the common cause should continue. United We stand and prosper, divided we fall, and those agents of unrest who arc amongst us seeking to promote division Z, are actually conspiring against the peace we have won and the prosperity we intend to gain. It should be the resolve of each one of us to avoid and prevent by all possible means anything that may tend to make for strife. Of that we have had enough and more than enough, and it would be a mockery indeed if the bright vision of Peace as we see it to-day were to dis- appear and the haggard spectre of indus- trial strife and general suffering take its place. A peace charged with hope has been won for the world and, as the Prime Minister pointed out on his return to London, we all helped to do it, and it is because everybody helped that it has been won." Unity, the spirit of concord and co-operation—" the splendid spirit —must now continue until we have established on a firm foundation the new world which has been won by the sacrifices of millions of valiant men." Our thank-offering for being preserved from so many and great dangers must take the form of continued service to the best interests of the nation. We need to get on with our work, to settle down. That, of course, requires a little time, but the intervening period should be as limited as possible. We can look back at the long vista of dark years of misery. They are past. We can look forward to a bright future. The promised land lies ready for us, and I it only needs our labour to bring forth ¡ the kindly fruits of the earth for our en- richment and our advancement. Danger can be avoided, difficulty surmounted, if we devote our united efforts to that end. An active and capable government is using its best energies on our behalf carefully considered and beneficent legis- lation will soon be in operation for the settlement of the greatest of our domestic problems. The rest remains with us, and the key to the future lies, as the Prince of Wales has so rightly said, in the continuance of the splendid spirit by which this victorious peace has been won.

QUARTER SESSIONS. No Prisoners for Trial. In the absence of the Hon. R. C. Devereux, Mr Edward Butler was voted to the chair at the Summer Quarter Sessions for Breconshire, held at the Shire Hall, Brecon. Other magistrates present were Capt. Travers, Messrs E. Pirie-Gordon, J. B. Garsed-Price, F. D. Dickinson, A. A. Mitchell, Owen Price, D. Jones (Pytindu), G. C. James, John Morris, and T. Prosser Jones. The Clerk of the Peace (Mr H. F. W. Harries) reported that there were no pI isoners for trial, and that lie had issued the usual certificate to the Sheriff to dis- pense with the attendance of jurors. SCALE OF FEES. The Clerk of the Peace also reported the recipt of a letter from the Hon. Secretary of the Society of Chairmen and Deputy-Chairmen of Quarter Sessions, recommending the general adoption of a scale of fees for Quarter Sessions set out in an enclosed memorandum. Mr Harries added that he thought the scale would be suitable for Breconshire, and it would be advantageous to have the same fees at all I Quarter Sessions. The matter was referred to the Hon. R. C. Devereux, Mr Butler, and Mr James, with the understanding that they would report direct to the Society of Chairmen and Deputy-Chairmen. There was no other county business. CEFN A WEAL DISMISSED. James Powell, of 11, Fairview Houses, Cefn Coed, appealed against an affiliation order made upon him at the Cefn Coed Police Court on April 24th, at the in- stance of Elizabeth Ann Cross, of 1, Upper Vaynor road, Cefn Coed. Mr Rowland Thomas (instructed by Mr J. W. Lewis, Merthyr) appeared for the appellant, and Mr T. Langman (instructed by Messrs Gwilym James, Llewelyn, & Co., Merthyr) appeared for the re- spondent. The case was heard by Messrs IE. Butler (in the chair), G. C. James, and F. D. Dickinson. Mr Langman stated that ttae child was born in October, 1914, and Powell was then on military service with the Terri- torials. A summons was served on him whilst he was home on leave, but it was realised that that service was not effective, as the summons should have been served on his commanding officer, and the pro- ceedings could not go on. Then Powell was sent to the Forces in the East, and was there until after the armistice. Hence the deftiy of proceedings, which were properly instituted when he came home. After a long hearing the appeal was dismissed with costs, i

BRECON. Organ Recital, Priory Church.—The 3rd Recital (compositions by French composers) of the series will be given on Wednesday next at 7-30 p.m., when the programme will include some 'cello solos by Mr Griff. C. Jones. We're going to have some more rain, my corns are giving me gyp .Y p Charles's celebrated Corn Cure rapidly removes corn troubles. Only sold by GWJLLIM, The Chemist, Brecon. Price l/3 per bottle, postage 2d. extra. Brecon Woman's Heroic Act. A newspaper received from Bridgeburg, 9 I, Canada, contains the following account of the most courageous rescue by Mrs Mary Knight (a native of Brecon) of a boy from drowning in the Niagara River at Bridgeburg on June 4th A heroic act, deserving a Carnegie medal, was that performed by Mrs Mary Knight, of Highland avenue, at 3 o'clock this after- noon, when she rescued five-year-old Roy Renshaw from drowning in Niagara River. Mrs Knight observed the little boy playing about a boathouse on the river bank, and even as she started to warn him of his danger she saw him topple from the landing platform into water 20 feet deep. Carried by the cur- rent, the child was SWGng in towards the shallower water. Mrs Knight rushed to the rescue and waded out into the swift stream until the water came to her waist before she succeeded in seizing the boy's clothing as he went down for the third time and was being carried rapidly by. By this time other persons had been attracted to the scene, and willing hands were extended to aid the nearly ex- hausted woman as she neared the bank with her senseless burden. The boy had been carried twenty rods down the river from the boathouse when caught by the woman. Dr. J. R. Mencke, with what aid others could render, worked for a full hour over the boy before he was restored to consciousness. Mrs Knight was for- merly a nurse. Her prompt and heroic action was warmly praised by those who witnessed the rescue, for a minute's in- decision on her part would have meant the boy's death. Mrs Knight is a daughter of the late Mr Philip Davies, George Hotel, Brecon, and her mother still resides here, at 6, Wheat street. Mr Wm. Davies, hairdresser, the Struet, is a brother. Many Brecon people will remember Mrs Knight as Miss Annie I Davies. TEAS.—All Teas sold by Meredith & Sons are especially blended to suit the waters of the district. Blends at 2s 4d, 2s 8d and 3s. Sample free on applica- tion. The Stores, Brecon. County Court.—There were no de- fended cases down for hearing at the Brecon County Court on Saturday and His Honour Judge Rowlands did not attend. Ecclesiastical.—The Rev. H. Evans, B.A., who succeeded the Rev. Edgar Davies, on the latter coming to Brecon, as curate of Llanstadwall, Pembroke- shire, has accepted the offer of the curacy of Builth Wells, and will join the Vicar- Designate, the Rev. H. J. Church-Jones, as his colleague in the early autumn. It is further interesting to note that Mr Evans is an old Brecon County School boy, of which school his new Vicar has been for several years a governor. Postal Delivery and Collection.—A correspondent writes According to Saturday's daily Press, a speeding-up notice has been sent from the G.P.O. to all departments in the Provinces to re- establish the pre-war number of deliveries and collections. It is also stated at the G.P.O. that by the end of July there will be a big increase in postal facilities. This is applicable to Brecon, and surely it is high time for a move to be made here, so that the North Mail letters can be delivered immediately on their arrival, with another delivery after 2 o'clock and the last after 6 o'clock. Guild Outing.—On Wednesday, last week, the members of the Bethel C.M. Chapel Guild and Improvement Society had a most enjoyable outing to Talgarth and district. The company wiled away the afternoon visiting various places of interest, including Trevecca College, where they. were warmly welcomed by their late pastor, the Rev. Tudor Jones, and afterwards, at the invitation of Mrs D. Owen, Castle street, and Mrs Hughes, Ship street, sat down to an excellent tea which was served at the C.M. School- room at Talgarth. After the tea, on the proposition of the Rev. D. J. Henry, pastor, a hearty vote of thanks was I accorded Mrs Hughes and Mrs Owen for their kindness. The party returned home by the last train after a thoroughly I enjoyable outing. First Fruits of Peace.—At the Borough Police Court, on Monday, Francis lleafy, of Priory Hill, was summoned for allow- ing a dog to be at large at night without 11 1 u being under control. — P.C. Thomas Lewis gave evidence.—Defendant said the dog belonged to his son, who paid the license.—P.S. Williams told jjie Court that the dog was afterwards claimed on behalf of defendant by the son, a lad of about 13 years of age.—The Chairman (Mr David Powell), addressing defendant, stated There seems to be a doubt about the ownership of the dog, but this is Peace day and we want everybody to be at peace so we let you off.—James Parry admitted riding a. bicycle without a light. This case was also dismissed in honour of the Peace, but the Chairman reminded defendant that it was a danger- ous thing to ride at night without a light and advised him not to take advantage of what they were doing. Local Government Officers.-A very well attended meeting of Local Govern- ment Officers was held at the Shire Hall, Brecon, on Wednesday night of last week, over which Mr C. W. Best, the county surveyor, presided, with the object of forming a branch cf the National Association of Local Govern- ment Officers. The meeting was also attended by Mr W. Percy Fox, London, the organising secretary, who addressed the meeting at length and gave a survey of the work already accomplished by the Association, as well as an outline of the Post-War programme. Dr. Colston Williams, the County Medical Officer of Health, Mr W. E. Jones, the County Finance Clerk, and the Chairman also addressed the gathering. Eventually it was unanimously decided to form a county branch of the association and a strong committee was appointed to draft the model rules. It is hoped that in a short time a strong branch will be formed for the county. Sugar for Preserving of Stone Fruits.— A further allotment of sugar having been made by the Ministry of Food for pre- serving purposes, MEREDITH & SONS, The Stores, Brecon, respectfully beg to inform their customers that July 12th is the last day for such applications. Ap- plicants are allowed to purchase fruit for the above purpose. Wedding.—A wedding in which much local interest was taken was that of Miss Clare Campion, daughter of Mrs Campion, of Harp Terrace, Brecon, and Mr WTilliam Cumming Blair, son of the late Mr Jno. Blair, incorporated accountant, Douglas, I.O.M., which took place at S. Michael's Roman Catholic Church on Monday morning. The Rev. Father Finucane afficiated, and many friends of the bride were present. There was a fall choral service, the 4th Mass in F by IAbb6 Jouve being sung. Sister Cecilia was at the organ, and during the signing of the register in the sacristy played Weber's Bridal March in C, and Mendelssohn's I Wedding March as the bridal party left the church. The bride, who wore a handsome dress of champagne silk, hand- embroidered in gold, with hat to match, and carried a beautiful bouquet, was given away by her brother, Regimental Sergt.-Major F. Campion, R.E. Miss Winifred Kennedy, of Chepstow, wear- ing a pale blue costume and hat to match, and carrying a bouquet of choice flowers, was bridesmaid and Mr G. J. Davies, of Brecon, was the best man. A recep- tion was held after the ceremony at the residence of the bride's sister. Mrs Bonthrone, Alexandra road, and Mr and Mrs Blair left by the 1-20 train for Chester for the honeymoon, the bride travelling in a fawn costume and blue floral toque. The bridegroom's present to the bride was a pearl and white sapphire pendant and he gave the brides- maid a pearl and aqua-marine pendant. The bride's present to the bridegroom was a gold ring. The happy pair re- ceived numerous presents from relatives and friends, including a silver tea ser- vice from the indoor and outdoor staff of the Brecon Post Office (where Mrs Blair had been for some years a much esteemed colleague in the telegraph dept.) and sub- office, and a silver tray with inscription from the congregation of S. Michael's Church (where she has been a useful member). Thunderstorm.—A thunderstorm which continued for several hours broke over Brecon and district on Tuesday after- noon, and brought some of the much needed rain. A large tree on Lower Pontwillim Farm was struck by lightning and shattered into fantastic fragments.

GILWERN. Death of Two Old Inhabitants.— Gilwern has lost two of its old inhabitants during the past few days. Mrs Rees Jones, of Duffryn Mawr, passed away on Friday, June 20th, at the age 86. Although she had been ailing for some time her death was rather unexpected. Mr and Mrs Rees Jones were faithful servants of the Crawshays of Tymawr for many years. Mrs Jones's body was buried at Llanelly Church with that of her husband, whom she survived six years. The officiating clergy were the Rector (Rev. E. A. T. Roberts) and the Rev. G. Roberts (Vicar of Rhayader and late rector of Llanelly).—Mr J. Jones, greengrocer, of the Bottom Shop, Gil wern. died on Saturday lAAt, at the age of GfJ, I his familiar figure will be missed by many. The funeral takes place at Llau- gynidr. War Memorial.—On Monday, June 23rd, a meeting was held in the Church Schoolroom to consider the form of a memorial in the Parish Church, to the men who died in the service of their I country from this parish. The Rector, I who presided, said that at the Easter I Vestry it was proposed to place in the Parish Church a Stained Glass window I with the names of the fallen inscribed in a and that the window should | bo placed in the frame faeinj the main entrance. Mr D. G. Harris supported this proposal, adding th t. had the men not fallen in the war, most probably they would have been buried in due coarse in the churchyard and monuments erected to their respective memories and what wis jvove fitting that, having died for their country and lying in some foreign land, their countrymen who did not suffer the horrors of war should erect a memorial in the church which would commemorate for ever their sacrifice ? Mr W. Williams, in similar strain, also supported the motion which was carried unanimously. Collectors were then appointed. The Rector stated that f25 out of the £100 required had already been promised.

Dae- I For Cakes, Pastry, Puddings « £ Pies 9 BORWIGK'S ■ BAKING POWDER. 1

mmmmm SCHOOL TEACHERS. Tha Question of their Eligibility to Sit on Education Committees. To the Editor of the COUNTY TIMES. Si am iold that there is still an opinion widely held in the county that teachers in county intermediate schools are by law ineligible to sit as members of the County Education Committer I can quite understand that this wide- spread opinion has arisen from the declared opinion of the Clerk given to the County Council on the occasion of the proposal to appoint Mr Roland Thomas, M.A., a member of my staff. to a seat on that committee an opinion which was reported in your paper at the time of the last election, and acted upon then by the County Council. And I believe that that opinion has excluded intermediate school teachers from sitting on the Education Committee for at least nine years. I should therefore like it to be known that, as I doubted the validity of that opinion and deplored its consequences, I immediately got into correspondence with the Board of Education on the subject, the Board being the final authority z!1 on this matter. I have, in reply to my enquiry, received the decision of the Board, a copy of which has been sent to me with a notification that the ruling has been sent "by the Board to the Clerk to the County Council also. That decision is to the effect that there is nothing in the county scheme to prevent teachers in county, intermediate schools being elected by the County Council to sit as members of the County Education Committee, and that the decision is in accordance with the specific provision of the Education Act., I am, &c., PERCY MORTON., Brecon, July 1st, 1919.

LLANWRTYD WELLS. War Memorial and Peace Celebration.— Some ladies have been added to the War Memorial and Peace Celebrations Com- mittee. and Messrs. E. J. Pugh and D. C. Williams take the places of the Rev. Lucas and Mr W. H. James. Councillor D. I. Williams has been appointed chair- man, with Mr J. E. Lloyd as vice-chair- man. Messrs. W. S. Thomas and W. B. Howell fill the offices of secretary and treasurer respectively. Peace Sierning.—The news that peace had been signed was received in Llau- wrtyd Wells with little or no excitement. Our visitors formed into groups, and questioned as to whether it was true after all," and when they dispersed were still undecided. There was however a good display of flags and bunting, and when the night mail brought the official" news the no treating order was doomed never more to become existant. Sailed for Canada.—Mr H. E. White, son of the late Colonel Esmonds-White, Sunny Bank, Llanwrtyd Wells, has this week embarked for Canada. When war broke out he came over to fight for the Old Country, joining the Welsh Horse. Needless to say his ambition was fully accomplished, as he reached the rank of sergeant and came out without the pro- verbial scratch." Good luck Bertie." Obituary.—Great sympathy is extended to Mr and Mrs Blewitt, Rose Villa, on the death of their younger son, Arthur Rees, which took place after a com- paratively short illness, on the morning of Monday last. "Arty" lewitt was a bright, intelligent boy, and had only quite recently taken over work at the Llanwrtyd Post Office where his attitude gave every promise of eventful success. He was a faithful chorister of the Church of S. James and had but reached his 14th year. Shearing.—The tinkle of the shears can now be heard throughout the country- side. Man and beast are as busy as bees, and on Monday next, one of the largest clips of our district takes place at that famous old Hostel, the Grouse Inn (Pentwyn) Abergwessin. Pavilion Concerts.—Concerts at the Victoria Pavilion ihe extensively patron- j ised, and recently a subscription was J raised for Mr Alfred Richards (son of the late Mr Edward George Richards) who unfortunately lost a leg in the war. Australian Wedding.—Long life and 1 good luck to Mr and Mrs David Tom Evans, who were married at Guildford (Australia) on May the 14th last. The bride. Miss Florence Farrell, is the bride. Miss Florence Farrell, is the daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Farrell, of j Maylands. near Perth, and the ceremony was performed at the Anglican Church, Guildford, after which a reception was held at the Butterfly Kiosk. Hay street, Perth. The bridegroom is well known in Llanwrtyd Wells as the eldest son of Councillor Nathaniel Evans, Llwyncelyn. Llanwrtyd. Familiarly known as David Tom, he is an o'd yeoman, left for Australia some 8 or 9 years ago, and when war broke out came over to do his bit with an Australian contingent, and has only recently returned to the land of his adoption.

THREE COCKS. EVERY branch of Dentistry at Henderson's Dental Surgery, Brook I House, Hay, daily, all hours.

Abercrave has secured a motor am- bulance from the British Red Cross Society. It will be kept up by public subscription.

VIROL LIMITED. Record Progress. Speaking at the nineteenth amuil meeting of Virol- Limited, held in London. Mr Bertram S. Straus. J.P.. chairman of the company, said though the restrictions on the supply of raw materials during the war had prevented their taking the fullest advantage of the unique position Virol held as a national food, it was satisfactory to note that the business had shown the same consistent development as in pre-war years. For the period under review the sales, whether considered from the point of view of money value or volume of business, had exceeded all previous records. The gross profits for the past year had amounted to £ l 14.0^8. asr.g-iinst -C for the previous year. The net profits, after deducting uebeuUne in- terest. had been £5:3. {la, as eouip.ireJ with £ 38,272 for the preceding 12 months. The directors recommended the paymeut of a dividend of 15 per cent. as against 12' per cent. for the past six years, the placing of fo reserve, bringing that account up t > j £ ('>5,000, and the carrying forward, snb- ject to excess profits duty, of They had also paid off during the year the entire debenture debt of the com- pany. amounting to £20.0[""i), Though the costs of raw material, of packing, of distributing, and, in fact, of every itein in connection with the business had advanced enormously during the war. the increase in the price of Virol to the public during the war had averaged less than 12 per cent., an increase which did not cover one half of the extra cost of the two items of manufacture and dis- tribution alone. This meant that the public "derived the full benefit of the very much larger trade which had been done on a lower percentage of profit than that which obtained in pre-war days. This non-profiteering policy of the company had led to a continual increase in the demand for Virol, a; demand that had taxed to the utmost the present manufacturing arrangements, necessitating, the provision of increased facilities for dealing with the ever- growing business of the company. The directors, therefore, had pleasure in announcing that they had secured a suit- able property at Park Royal, bompribing 13 acres of freehold laud, together with extensive buildings alreadj*' installed with modern plant and machinery. It was gratifying to find that an increasing number of medical men, hospitals and other corporations were now availing themselves of the facilities afforded by the Virol research laboratories for pathological work. This, and the further fact that several large provincial towns were using the laboratories for their public health work, afforded the best possible evidence of the confidence so generally placed in the work of the company's medical staff. ¡

MARKETS. Brecon Poultry, &c., Triday.—Good supply of eggs, but private buyers were expected to pay as much as 3/9 and 4/- per doz., though one heard of consider- ably cheaper rates outside. Duck eggs were quoted at 5d. each. The poultry included a few spring chickens and one or two ducklings, which made up to the control rate. Cheese in fair supply. last week's rates. Hay, Poultry, &c., Thu.rsday.-Atelld- ance good. Prices :—Butter, 2/6 per lb.; eggs, 3/3 to 3/t; per doz. chickens, 2/6 per lb. dressed fowls, 1/10 per' lb. dressed gooseberries, 5d. per lb. Brecon July Fair, Tuesday. Good supply of fat sheep and lambs, 694 being graded and a located, and supplying about 50 per cent. of the permits pre- sented. No beef trade several beasts were offered, but the graders ordered them back for a little more feeling. Calves were in better demand than last week and 25 were sold up to £7 each. Not much doing in stores. There were more exhibits in the quarterly horse fair than for some time past, quite a big show of ponies and a good number of heavy horses. The trade for ponies was very good, yearlings making from £ 9 to £1:2, two-year-olds to 117 10s., and older ones up to £3,). Trade for heavy horses dragged somewhat, year- lings made up to JE54, three-year-olds to £80. Builth Wells, Stock. Monday,-Fair supply of fat stock trade in store stock was very slow. Cart pigs made from 13 to f3 10s. each. Builth Wells, Poultry, &c.. Monday.— The supply of dairy and farm produce not equal to the demand. Butter was sold at controlled price and the supply was soon exhausted. Eggs made 3id. each. ^—

CRIGKHOWtLL. Peace.—Appropriate references were made at the places of worship on Sunday last. Board of Guardians.—The fortnightly meeting was held on Monday last, when Mr Gwilym C. James presided. Mr Enoch Griffiths gave notice of motion that during the Peace week celebrations the inmates of the house be given extra fare, and that extra out-door relief be also given. The following contracts were accepted for the ensuing three months --Flour, Mr T. H. Ward: groceries, Mr James Isaac funerals, Mr D. Edwards (Lower District), and Mr J. Winstone (Upper District) meat, Mrs Barroll coal, Mr Benjamin Watkins cordwood, Messrs A. Jones & Sons, Ltd.

INQUEST AT CRICKHOWELl. Wand&ring Labourer's Sad N End. Mr R. H. A. Davies. coroner, held an inquest at the Crickhowell Union Work- house on Monday, as to the death of Gabriel Pugh. of no fixed place of abode. but well knowu in the Crickhowell dis- met. Mr H. D. Goodchild, master of the Workhouse, said the deceased was ad- mitted to the infirmary on Thursday evening last at about 0 o'clock, and was apparently very ill. Dr. P. E. Hill was called in and saw him the same evening. The deceased died on Saturday at about noon. He was a farm labourer, and according to his own statement he was 62 years of age. He was brought to the house by P.C. Jones. cf Llangynidr. and was in a very verminous and dirty con- dition. Dr. P. E. Hill said that he found de- ceased in an exhausted condition, ,with a feeble rapid pulse and low temperature. On examination witness could not dis- cover any signs of any actual disease, but deceased s mental condition did not ap- pear to be normal, and he was unable to give any account of himself. Witness ordered brandy with milk and bovril. and prescribed a stimulating mixture. He formed the opinion that the deceased would not live. Witness was going to see him again 0:1 Saturday, when the Master telephoned to say he had passed away. Witness had further examined the bodv. and found it badly nourished. There were no marks of any violence, nor fracture of any limb. The cause of death was general debility, probably due to want and insufficient food. followed by cardiac failure. The deceased looked more like a man 68 years of age. Mr Joshua Reynallt, of Llwynyrheos. Llanthetty,. said he knew the deceased. He used to come in the wood there making besoms. On Tuesday, the 24th June, he saw the deceased apparently leaving the hay-loft. He asked him if he had been having a roost, and Pngh said Yes." Deceased, who was looking rather bad. then went towards the wood. He often slept in an old barn on the farm. On Thursday morning witness again saw him in the hay-loft lying down, apparently ill. and groaning a good deal. Deceased said he felt ill and very weak. Witness asked him whether he would go to the Workhouse, and he replied asking whether he might stop where he was until the morning. Witness replied No," and said he would rather he went to the Workhouse. P.c. Jones was after- wards fetched, and witness and the con- stable took the deceased to the Work- house in a trap. Witness gave the deceased some tea and bread and butter 011 Thursday morning, but he did not seem to be able to eat much. The girl who was milking on Thursday morning heard him groaning, otherwise they would not have known that he was in the hay-loft. As far as witness knew, the deceased had not been doing much work lately, and it was the wrong time of the year to make and sell besoms. The Coroner recorded that death was caused by general debility, induced by want of food and privation, and cardiac failure.

HAY. EVERY branch of Dentistry at Henderson's Dental Surgery, Brook House. Hay, daily, all hours. Lucky Resident.—A resident of the district has recently been awarded one of Answers £ 250 prizes. Tennis Revived.—The fir< game of tennis on the courts of the II y Cricket and Lawn Tennis Club since 1915 was played on Monday evening last. Parish Church.—In his sermon at Choral Eucharist, at the Parish Church, Sunday, the Rev. J. J. deWinson (vicar), in referring to the signing of the Peace Treaty, said they could look upon the terms of Peace as the will of God. Statesmen had under His guidance brought about a just peace. But it was a great climax in the history of the world, and whatever it might cost they had got to see that the terms were carried out. It was still a question of giving and not what could be got out of it. Peace Signing.-Official information of the signing of the terms of Peace was received by Mr H. R. Grant at about 4 o'clock oil Saturday afternoon, and at 4»30 he fired his cannon, and this con- veyed the news to the tpivn and district. Flags quickly appeared at the windows, and the streets at once assumed a festive appearance. The firing of Mr Grant's gun at regular intervals and the sounding at 6-15 and again about 8 p.m. of the hooter at the timber yard of Messrs R. Williams A; Son Ltd. brought crowds in from outlying districts. Fireworks were let off and tar barrels lighted. The Hay Town Band (conducted by Mr W. Edwards) played joyous strains at the Town Clock and later played for dancing in the street, which was kept np till a late hour.

ERWfOOD, EVERY branch of Dentistry at Heuderson's Dental Surgery, Brook House, Hay. daily, all hours. Boys without Tickets.—At a children's court in connection with Paiuscastle Petty Sessions, held Ol Monday hst- before Mr A. Mason (chairman). Mr Jno Davies and Mr AV, ni PoweJl-Daniel Williams and Christy Williams, both of Glandwr. Erwood. were charged by John Jones, of Builth Wells. Cambrian Rail- way inspector, with travelling on the Cambrian Railway from Brecon to Boughrood oil the lah May without having previously paid their fares and with intent to avoid payment thereof. Mr O. S. Martin, of Hay, appeared for complainant.—Defendants, wno pleaded guilty, were each fined 91. t,