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CRICKHOWELL GUAKDiABS. Minister of Health Stops Brynmawr Proposal. The fortnightly meeting of the Crick- howell Board of Guardians was held on Monday last, when Mr Gwilym C. James presided. A letter was read from Mr Thomas Lewis, resigning the following offices Collector of rates for the parish of Crickhowell, superintendent registrar of births, marriages, and deaths for the Crickhowell Union, and vaccination officer. The resignations were accepted, and on the motion of Mr W. G. James it was unanimously decided that a letter of appreciation of his faithful services be sent to Mr Lewis. A letter was read from the Minister of Health, stating that the proposal to remove the Board's headquarters to Gilwern had been considered, and with reference to the representations made by the Crickhowell Rural District Coun- cil, Crickhowell Parish Council, and the Cwmdu Parish Council, on the evidence that he had before him at present he was not prepared to approve of the hiring of premises at Gilwern for the purposes of the meetings of the Board, and considered that it was preferable that the meetings should continue to be held at Crickhowell. Mr Enoch Griffiths (Brynmawr) And what evidence has he got ? The Crick- howell Parish Meeting, which numbered only five or six persons It is ridiculous The Clerk (Mr T. Yaughan) said he did not interpret the letter in the way suggested. Mr Griffiths replied that he regarded it in that light and proposed that they should gb to Gilwern. The Chairman said he could not pos- sibly accept the resolution in the face of the letter from the Minister of Health. Mr Griffiths Why not ? The Chairman I will not put a lesolution of the kind from the chair. Mr R. J. Hayward (Brynmawr) pro- posed that they adhere to their former resolution to go to Gilwern. Mr Griffiths seconded. The Chairman I have already stated that I will not put a resolution of that nature to the Board, and you must accept my ruling. Mr Griffiths But I submit that you must do so. The Chairman (emphatically) You can submit what you like. In the face ot the letter from the Minister of Health, I will not allow a resolution of the kind to go to the Board. Mr Griffiths again contended that the resolution should be put. The Chairman Don't try to bully me. I will not be bullied. Are you going to allow the business of the Board to pro- ceed, or are you not ? If this continues I shall vacate the chair, and you can come and take it yourself. Mr W. G. Watkins (Brynmawr), Vice- Chairman of the Board, said no one was more strongly in favour of their going to Gilwern than he was, but had he been in the chair that day he would have acted in the same way as the Chair- man had done, and he appealed to them to be reasonable. After Mr W. G. James had proposed that the Board proceed to the next business a number of the Brynmawr Guardians left the room.

GWENDDWR. Visit of the Bishop of Swansea.— Sunday last was a red letter day in the history of the Parish Church, • the occasion being a visit of the Bishop of Swansea. Last Easter a Church Council was formed and under its direction various improvements have been carried out already. Several more are contem- plated and will be realities in the near future. Amongst the recent gifts to the Church are an American organ presented by Capt H. A. Christy. Llangoed two hymn boards presented by Messrs E. T. Bevan, New House, and Arthur Williams, New Gardens, and sanctuary curtains from an anonymous donor. On Sunday last a beautiful brass altar cross with j five jewels was dedicated as a thank- offering for the safe return from the I Great War of a number of Church lads who had seen active service. It was I their own special offering freely given. j Mr T. Jones. Cwm, deserves a word of thanks for sending his team to fetch the organ. The. service on Sunda^v after- noon commenced with the singing of the processional hymn O happy band of pilgrims and was intoned by the Vicar pilgrims and was intoned by the Vicar (Rev Gordon Williams). Special psalms and lessons were used and at the close of the ordinary service the a.Itar brass was dedicated by the Bishop, after which his lordship preached an able sermon, taking as the subject of his remarks 1 Chronicles, xxix c, 18 v. In the course of his remarks he referred to the hardships endured and self-sacrifice shown by many during the,war and said the worshippers in that church would be reminded of the greatest sacrifice the world ever knew by the gift of those who had come out of suffering and the trials of war. During the singing of the hymn after the sermon a collection was taken for new hymn books, &c. Mr D. Davies, F.T.S.C., Pontypridd, father of the present headmistress of the school, ably presided at the organ. It is worthy of note that of the many men who went from the parish to the Great War, none was killed and only one or two slightly wounded.

CRICKHOWELL. Comrades.—A very largely attended meeting of the "Comrades of the Great War" was held at the Church Hall on aturday evening last, when Capt. J. S. Townley presided. This branch has already been in existence for some time, but the meeting was arranged, so said Capt. J. Arthur Jones (South Wales Organiser), who was the principal speaker, for the purpose of putting it on a more business like and workable basis. Capt. Jones gave a particularly interest- ing and lucid address, dealing chiefly with the administration of the society, and was listened to with much attention. Lord Glanusk, Divisional Commandant, was also present and addressed the meeting. Mr W. T. Gray, has been elected secretary, and is prepared to throw a lot of energy into the movement I Welcome Home.—On Sunday morning last, following a parade to S. Edmund's Church, a large number of the remaining I men from this parish who have been recently demobolised were each presented at the Market Hall with a medallion and I a Treasury note. The presentations f were made by Lord Glanusk, and Lady Glanusk and the Hon. Dulcie Bailey I and a large crowd of residents of the town were present. Lord Glanusk, in his address, said that six years ago they ¡ little thought of the dangers that were before them. Six years ago they never dreamt they were going to see a small standing army of 200,000 men in this country increased to between 7 and 8 millions. England had since that period became one vast camp of soldiers and munitioners. He recalled to the notice of those present the words of Lord Roberts, and the activities of the National Service League, during a time when very few in the country believed what was being told them. He ventured, ( however, to think that the pre-war Territorials believed it, and all honour j to them. In his opinion if National I Service had been adopted, there would have been no war, and that was now the [ opinion of everybody. People were now convinced that Lord Roberts was right, and this the National Service League justified its existence. They should now j see to it that such unpreparedness as j existed in those days should never occur I again, and he advocated a strong Army, j and a strong Air Force. Although they were now at peace, they were still living in as difficult times as when war waged, and he appealed to the common sense of j all who had done their duty to their j country in the past to use their good j influences in the future, which would act as a "skid" to the activities of extremists, and would help to eventually pull the < country through successfully to the end. He urged them not to forget those who had fallen—those who gave their lives* j so that others might live. "By their deaths and your devotion," he added "England has become greater than ever." A vote of thanks was accorded His Lordship on the proposition of Mr Joseph Townsend, on behalf of the Parish Council and Parishioners, and the < proceedings closed with loud cheers. Capt. J. S. Townley, who was one of the { recipients, had a warm reception from those present when he stepped forward to receive his medallion.

LLANGATTOCK. "Welcome Home.The greater num- ber of the remaining men from this parish who have been on Active Service during the War having now been demob- ilised, a crowded meeting took place at I the Miles Memorial on Monday evening last, when they tfach received at the hands of Lord Glanusk the framed presentation scroll and war savings cer- tificate, subscribed for by the parishioners. The proceedings Commenced with a piano j solo by Mr S. D. Caine, followed by the j song There's a Land," sung by Mr H. V. Loam, The Flight of Ages," sung by V. Loam, The Flight of Ages," sung by I Mr F. Bynon, Fairings," sung by Mr I Mi§s Rigden, a comic song sung by Mr J. Williams, in praise of an old grey coat that was entitled to the old age pension, and an excellent glee party sung Softly falls the shades of evening." All the items were much appreciated. Then followed the presentations by Lord Glanusk, who addressed the men as Comrades of the Army," and spoke much on the same 1ies as when lie ad- dressed the men at Crickhowell on Sun- day morning. He added that Llaugattock ,was proud of the 114 men who had donned the King's uniform, and fought the King's battles, and congratulated the 100 who had safely gone through the hardships of the war and returned tb their homes. He asked those present not to forget the men who had given their lives for their country in order that others might live.—A hearty vote of thanks to Lord Glanusk was proposed by Mr S. D. Caine, seconded by Mr James Powell (Cttrial), and carried with acclamation. —Sergt. George Watkins, on behalf of his comrades and himself, briefly returned thanks for the presentations, and said that they had only done what every true citizen should have done. The second part of the programme consisted of songs sung by Miss Loam, Mr F. Bynon, the Rev. R. M. Cole-Hamilton, and Mr J. Williams. The proceedings closed with the Glee Party singing Land of Hope and Glory," in which the solo was sung by the Rector, and siuging of the National Anthem.

ENTERTAINMENTS. Punch and Judy, Conjurors, Mariorettes, Humorists, and all othel Entert: nments supplied. MODERATE TE flMS. Hish-Class and Refined Performances. TOM HAY & CO., GLQUCuTER.

MARK E T S. Brecon Cattle, Tuesday.—45 cattle and 459 sheep graded nnd allocated. Good supply of calves met an excellent trade and prices advanced on the previous week. A few store cattle on offer, bat there was little inquiry, very few dealers being present. We hear that a number of pork pigs were bought on the road. Brecon Poultry, Friday.—A poor market, as usual so close-to the Christmas sale. Eggs too scarce to quote. Fair supply of chickens, selling up to control price. Builth Wells Stock. Monday.—Market very full of fat and store cattle, and the supply exceeded the demand, so much so that many beasts had to be t;,ken home again. The catt le sold were placed in the first and second grades. I

GLASBU rY. EVERY branch of Dentistry at Henderson's Dental Surgery, Brook House, Hay, daily, ali hours. Whist Drive.—A committee of ladies wishing to help to form the neucleus of a sustentation fund for the Post es- tablished in Glasbuiy of the Comrades of the Great War," held a whist drive' and dance in the A^etnbiy Rooms on Friday evening last. The room, which had been tastefully decorated with bunt- ing and Chinese lanterns, was crowded to its utmost capaei i v. both for whist and dancing. There we-e 28 tables. Valu- able prizes were given. Miss Wiunie Jones won the first prize for ladies, Miss James (Hay) second, and Miss Gun lei- third. There were al- j i hree prizes for ■ gentlemen. Dancing was kept up with zest until 4 o'clock. The whole affair was a huge success. urd although the room was much too crowded for dancing, j all thoroughly enjoyed themselves,, aud j were very good tempered over the incon- venience, knowing it was for a good cause. Mrs Pngh supplied light refresh- j ments. The committee are to be con- ( gratulated on the success of the affair, j Mr H. K. Lupton is the indefatigable | secretary of the Comrades' Post, and did j everything in his power to make the evening pass pleasantly.

LLANGGSSE. | The very tracric news was received at Llangorse on Monday last of the sudden j death of Mr J. Williams, Safaddan, who j was found drowned in the river near j Treforest, about 'eight miles from Aber- I cynon. It appears deceased left his lodgings to come home to Llangorse on j Thursday, December 4 th, and nothing J had been seen or heard of him since. A j detailed report of the inquest, which was held on Tuesday, at Treforest, will appear next week.

-4_ t THREE COCKS. EVERY branch of Dentistry at Henderson's Dental Surgery, Brook j House, Hay, daily, all hours. ¡

TALGARTH. EVERY branch of Dentistry at Henderson's Dental Surgery, Brook House, Hay, duly, all hours. Talgarth's Welcome Home. The committee now have the arrangements well in hand for the welcome home entertainment and presentations, which will take place on Wednesday, the 31st inst. They are providing for about 160 ex-Service men and they and the ladies of the town are sparing no trouble to make the dinner on January 1st a great success. The Late Mrs Bridgwtter.-The death occurred on Monday, the 8th inst., after a long illness, of Mrs Bridgewater, widow of Mr Rees William Bridgewater. of Great Porthamel, Talgarth. Since leaving Porthamel deceased, who was 83 years of age, had resided at Llangorse, but her body was buried in the family burial ground at S.G.vûucloline's Church- yard, Talgarth, the funeral taking place on Saturday. The Vicar (Rev. D. Williams) assisted by the Vicar of Llan- gorse (Rev. J. Thomas), officiated. The principal mourners were Mr, Mrs, and Miss Prosser, Previtnel, nephew, niece. and grand-niece Mrs M. Powell, Castle Terrace, niece Mr and Mrs Powell, Pendre, Llangorse, nephew and niece Mr Rees Powell, Genfford, nephew Mr Dunstan Powell, Buildings Glasbury, nephew Mr J. Powell, Ffordfawr, Glas- bury, nephew Miss Powell, Talgarth niece Mr and Mrs W. Morgan, Velin- newydd, nephew and niece Mr Powell Crickie, nephew Mr Powell, Llan- drmdod, nephew Mrs Williams, Cole- brook, niece Mr and Mrs Jones, Plas, nephew and niece Miss Thomas, Villa] Llangorse Mr R. 0. Rees, Bradwys Mr J. R. Griffiths, College Farm Mr Fred Morgan, Talgarth and Mr W. Gwillim, Talgarth. Many wreaths were sent by relatives and friends. Mrs Bridge water's husband will be remembered by many people as the founder of the Porthamel herd and one of the uest known agricul- turists in the county of Brecon.

BRECON COUNTY SCHOOLS GOVERNORS. Teachers' Salaries and Future Management. A special meeting of the Brecon County Schools Governors, convened mainly to consider the question of the teachers' salaries, was held on Tuesday morning. There were present the Bishop of Swansea (chairman), Miss Philip Morgan, Messrs Morgan Morgan, David Powell, Evan Morgan, J. L. Davies and Princ. T. Lewis. The Clerk (Mr T. J. Parry) presented a draft of representations to be sub- mitted to the Departmental Committee considering the question of secondary education in Wales, which he had drawn up as a result of the recent conference of representatives of governing bodies and county school teachers in Brecon- shire, at which the future of, county schools was discussed. The Chairman said he understood that the Breconshire Higher Education Com- mittee decided on Friday to recommend that the governing bodies should be abolished. It was stated that a special meeting of the full Education Committee was to be held on Friday to consider the recom- mendations of the Higher Education Committee. After some further discussion the Chairman, Vice chairman (Prof. Jno. Evans) and Miss Morgan were appointed a sub-committee to draw up a statement to be sent to the Departmental Com- mittee. Reference was made to the demands being formulated at Hay and Crickhowell for secondary schools, and it was sug- gested that the provision of a hostel at Brecon would ease the situation. The Chairman remarked that the hostel question was a very urgent one, but there seemed to be no suitable house available. A leter was received from the Board of Education stating that in proportion to the number of pupils at the Girls' School at least 16 free places should have been awarded instead of 14—(two of these not taken up) — and if the Governors would award four more they would be satisfied for this year. It was therefore decided to award free places to Irene Maud Clifford, Elizabeth Jane Powell, E. D. Davies (Usk Terrace), and Beatrice M. Griffiths. t Brynmawr County Schoof Governors wrote stating that notwithstanding advances already made which were partly responsible for a special rate of 4d. on their district, the salaries of their teachers were much below the amounts paid in neighbouring schools. They were not in a position to make further increases, but were of opinion that the departmental scale would have to be adopted if they were to retain their teachers, and under these circumstances they had appealed to .the Breconshire Education Committee to make the salar- ies of all county schools a charge on the county as a whole. They asked the Brecon Governors to support their action. The Clerk pointed out that at Brecon a large sum was received in school fees, about JE800, whereas at Brynmawr there was very little income from that source, so many free places being given. Mr Parry went on to read a letter from the Secretary of the Education Committee, who stated that an application had been received from the county school teachers for the adoption of a scale of salaries, and a deputation from the teachers waited on the Higher Education Sub-committee to support the request. The sub-com- mittee decided to convene a conference of representatives of governing bodies to discuss the matter. Princ. Lewis said the Brynmawr and Ystradgynlais Governors asked fbr a conference. The Chairman said the principal business of their meeting that morning was to consider the salaries of the teachers in their own schools, but in view of the conference referred to it was hardly worth while discussing the matter now. Princ.* Lewis thought there should be some common understanding between the governing bodies. A month ago they decided to substantially in- crease the stipends of their teachers, but a few days before that the Builth Governors practically adopted the departmental scale. There ought to be a uniform rate of remuneration for secondary school teachers throughtout the county. Mr David Powell agreed that there ought to be uniformity throughout the county, and that the only way to get it was to have a conference. Miss Morgan, Miss Bevan. Mrs M. F. Thomas, Prof. Evans, And Messrs David Powell, Evan Morgan, Morgan Morgan, and E. Butler were appointed to represent the Governors at the forthcoming con- ference.

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I CWMDU. Welcome to the Boys.—A public meeting was held at the School on the 8th inst. to decide when the presentation of a framed address and small cheque to each of the boys who have returned should take place. There was a good attendance and the Rector was voted to the chair. -It was unanimously decided to give the boys a good time on the first Saturday in the New Year, and that the presentation be made by the Rector of the Parish. Mrs R" Evans was asked to call a ladies' committee to carry out the j social arrangements. Coucert.—A eapital concert, arranged j to clear off the remaining debt of a few pounds on the school piano, was held on I Friday last. when a full hou ;e brought j the desired result. Mr John Phillips < (Lloyds Bank, Crickhowell) made a genial chairman, and those who con- j tributed to the programme did well, re- j suiting in several encores. Solos were rendered by Messrs Sydney Bufton. W. j Davies, T. Hamer, D. Thomas. R. Evans, i Lieut. Butler, and Brvchan Powell, and by the Misses Olive Davies, Edith Hamer, Bessie Hamer. Doris Pritchard, and Mrs Worthing. A quartette party, consisting of Mrs R. Evans. Mrs J. Worthing. Rev. W. Arvon Davies, and Mr R. Evans, gave a good rendering of Ty Wyddost beth ddywed fy Nhgalon." Duetts were given by Miss Powell (Wernl and Mr S. Button, and Messrs David Thomas and R. Evans, and pianoforte solos by Misses Doris Pritchard and Madeline Worthing. The Chairman proposed a vote of thanki to the performers, and Mr W. Williams (Tretower) seconded. The Rev. W. A. Davies proposed, and Mr W. Powell (assistant overseer) seconded, a vote of thanks to the Chairman. Mrs A. Hyde had charge of the tickets, and the accom- paniments were supplied by Mrs R. Evans, Miss Edwards and Miss Bates. Conservative Committee Meeting.— A meeting of the Conservative committee for this district was held on Saturday night at the Schoolroom. In the absence of the chairman (Major the Hon. W. Bailey) the Rector presided. The annual balance sheet was presented. Major the Hon. W. Bailey was re-elected chairman and Mr David Tuthill vice- chairman. MrS. Wargent (Tretower) who has faithfully carried out the duties of Secretary for some years tendered his resignation, but was prevailed upon to change offices with the Treasurer, Mr Robert Butter. Major the Hon, W. Bailey and Mrs R.Evans were appointed. delegates to the joint county conferences. The following were appointed on the new committee. Messrs P. Francis (Ty Llys), Charles Francis and Ernest Francis, Thos. Herbert, D. Jones (Bwlch), Edward Edwards (Ty Fry), J. P. Edwards, E. Price (Penlan), J. Price (Mill), T. Price (Bwlch), W. Jones (Cil- wych), W. Woodford, E. Powell (Panty- bailey), R. Evans (School), Rev. W. Arvon Davies, T. Howells, W. Jones (Laurels), Ivor Meredith, Tom Price (Gaer), H. Bates (Halfway), David Thomas (Noyadd), Cliff Hamer, Harry Bailey (Tretower), W. Davies (jun) Shop, W. Foley (Farmers' Arms), On the motion of Mr R. EV3i}s seconded by Mr S. Wargent it was decided to ask Mr T. Maund (Brecon), to come and address the committee sometime in January.

GLASCWM. A victim of the Huns.—Private Price, son of Mr and Mrs Lloyd-Price, Tygwyn, Glascwm, was buried at Llansantffread Parish Church on the 9th inst. Private Price was wounded in France in the spring of 1918 and taken prisoner, and during the time he was in German hands his wouud was greatly neglected. When he was repatriated he was able to visit his home at Glascwm, but had to return to hospital, and he died from the effects of his neglected injuries.

j ;<County Times" Fixture List. Thursday. Dec. 18th.—Fancy Dress Dance at Llanfaes Parish Hall. Friday, Dec. 19tn.-Speclal meeting Breconshire Education Committee. Saturday, December 20th. — Brecon County Court. Christmas Day and Boxing Day.— Operetta at Sennybridge Market Hall. Boxing Day. Dec. 26th. Boding Tournament at Brecon Market Hall; Comrades of the Great War Whist Drive and Dance, Town Hall, Brecon. Monday, Dec. 29tb.-Dabce at Llan- gorse Schoolroom. Tuesday, Dec. 30th.—County Health Committee. Wednesday. December 31st, and Thursday, January 1st. Sailors and Soldiers Entertainment at Talgarth. Wednesday, Dec. 31st.—Whist Drive and Dance, Church Hall, Talybont-on- Usk. Thursday, Jan. 1st. Competitive Meeting, Bwlch Parish Hall. Friday, Jan. 2nd.—Education Staffing and Salaries and Buildings Committee. Tuesday, Jan. 6th. Breconshirt Quarter Sessions. Wednesday. January 7th.—Brecon and I District Fanciers' Fur and Feather Show at Church House, Brecon. Friday. January 9th. Standing Joint and Main Roads Committees. Tuesday, Jan. 13th.-Small Holdings, Executive, Local Taxation Committees. Tuesday, Jan. 20th-County Finance Committee. I Friday, Jan. 23rd.—Breconshire Edu- cation Committee. Friday, Jan. < 30th. — Breconshire County Council.

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Up and Down Breconshire. TKEYECCA COLLEGE > As a mark of appreciation of their great service to demobilised students at Trevecca College a presentation was lately made to the Rev and Mrs D. Tudor Jones of a fine oak timepiece suitably inscribed. A magazine published in connection with Calvinistic Methodism observes :—" The atmosphere created in the College during the expiring session, the discipline maintained, and the efficient tuition given, mark a new era in the history of the College and show that under the guidance of the Rev. D. T. Jones, the College îs destined to become one of the leading centres of secondary education." THE BLIND It is pleasing to know," writes a correspondent in the Church Family Newspaper, that greater interest in the welfare of people with blindness is being taken in these days than has been the case formerly. One of our clerical brethren in the Brecon district is taking an active part in the work, the Rev J. S. Davies, Rector of Llanthetty, Talybont." Blindness is a terrible affliction and I am sure the South Wales Association for the Blind, for which Mr Davies is such an able spokesman, deserves the widest support. THE LATE REV. W. LEWIS, CVTMPARC The Rev. W. Lewis, pastor of the Cwmparc Calvinistic Methodist Church, Rhondda Valley, who has just died, was married to a Brecon lady Miss Catherine Davies who predeceased him twelve months ago. The reverend gentleman was Moderator of. the South Wales Calvinistic Methodist Association in 1917, Synodical Examiner in 1908-4. and an extensive contributor to the Cymric press.

LLANWRTYD WELLS. Personal.—For nearly 50 years sub- postmaster of Llanwrtyd Wells, Mr John Thomas celebrated his 80th birthday on the 11th inst. The name "John Thomas is a household word in the musical world of Wales as that of a composer and conductor. Holiday Closing.—The tradesmen of Llanwrtyd Wells will close their estab- lishments on the 25th, 26th and 27th inst., but on Wednesday (24th inst.) shops will remain open until 8 p.m. Good Luck.—Mr Wm. Williams, son of Mrs Preece, Clarence House, sailed on the Baltic" for New York on the 6th inst., bound for New Jersey. U.S. Mr Williams served for 3 years in the War, was one of the first men out with the surprise tanks," and distinguished himself by being the first Llanwrtyd boy to win the Military Medal. Whist Drive.—The Entertainment Committee recently appointed are to be congratulated upon the great success of their first" drive" held in St. James's* Hall on the 10th inst. The attendance was beyond expectation. Miss G. F. Lloyd won the ladies prize, and Mr Thos. Rees Rowlands, Pentwyn, gained the gentleman's prize. War Memorial.—Mr D. I. Williams presided at a meeting of the committee held on Friday last. There were many proposals considered, chief amongst them being one to build a new Institute entirely and another to buy and recon- struct the old Victoria Hall. It was eventually decided to consult an architect in respect of estimate of cost, and the Chairman and Mr J. A. Davies were deputed to approach Mr Campbell Davys and Messrs Jones and Hope respecting certain ground.

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