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WELSHPOOL. NOTICE. Stead and Simpson's Special Sale of Boots and Shoes at greatly reduced prices, now on. NOTICE. --The Drapers, Tailors, Milliners, Boot- makers and Stationers' Shops iu Welshpool, will be Closed at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, from October 1st to March 31st. CHARGE OF AsSAULT.-At the Borough Police Court on Tuesday, before D. P. Owen, Esq., Pryce Oliver, engine driver, Waterloo, was'remanded till October 8th, bail being accepted, on a charge of assaulting Ellen Beddoes, Canal Cottage. ,e. THE FAIR. There was a large supply of all kinds of stock in the Smithfield on Monday, and a splendid show of horses, hacks, ponies, &c. Messrs Morris, Marshall, and Poole offered nearly 100 horses, cobs, &c., nnder the hammer, and there was a large attendance. Beef sold well, and stores and pigs were a little cheaper. Messrs Lucas and Co., of Liverpool, also held a horse sale at the Lion Inn, Berriew Street. RETIRING. COUNCILLORS.—The term of office of the following Councillors will expire in November next: Llanerchydol Ward, Mr. J. Pryce-Jones; Castle Ward, Mr. E. Langford Jones; Buttington Ward, Mr. C. Galloway; Guilsfield Ward, Mr. J. H. Anderson. HARVEST THANKSGIVING SERVICES.—The Non- conformist churches of Welshpool held harvest festival services on Wednesday. In the afternoon the meeting was held in the Baptist Chapel, when a sermon was preached by Rev. Mr. Floyd, Wesleyan minister, who took for his text, Give us this day our daily bread." In the evening the service was held in New Street, where a large con. gregation assembled. Rev. Idrisyn Jones presided, and addresses were given by the ministers of the Presbyterian, Baptist, Primitive Methodist, and Wesleyan Churches. The musical arrangements were under the direction of Mr. Maurice Evans. A collection was taken on behalf of the debt of the British School. WJLSLKYAN CHAPYi,On Thursday, Harvest Thanksgiving services were held in connection with the above place of worship. The interior of the chapel had been most beautifully decorated by the ladies of the congregation, and presented a most charming appearance, the pulpit, especially drew forth remarks of admiration, from the tasteful way in which it had been ornamented with plants and flowers. In the afternoon, an appropriate sermon was preached by the Superintendent minister, Rev. T. Roberts. In the evening a well attended public meeting was held in the chapel, when Mr. Richard Powell presided. Addresses were given by Revs. T. Roberts, and H. C. Floyd, while the chwir gave selections from the Cantata, The Golden Sheaf." Collections were taken at each service in aid of the Circuit funds. UNITEDCHOIR.—On fuesdayan entertainment in aid of the funds of the above choir was held in the Boys' Schoolroom, Berriew Street. Dr. Hawks- worth presided, and in his opening remarks, reminded the audience that the concert had been got up in order to try and reduce the debt owing by the United Choir, and it was hoped that it would clear off the deficiency of last year. Mr. Price had been the conductor since 1886 (applause). Though they might be without money, they could not be without Price (laughter).—The first item on the programme was a pianoforte duet, which was given in first-class style by Mrs. Powell and Miss Downes. A song, "Asthore," was then beautifully rendered by Miss Ethel Williams, who was encored. After this Mr. Peacock delighted the audience by a most effective recitation of Horatius." The Glee Party then gave a Franklyn's Dogge "-a piece full of humour a.nd which was much appreciated. This was followed.by a song" A Warrior Bold" given by Mr. Edward Lewis, in his usual taking style. Mr. Humphreys fairly brought down the house with a comic song "They're after me,"—needless to say he was encored. Part II. of the programme opened with another Pianoforte Duet by Mrs. Powell and Miss Downes, which was loudly applauded. A song Sigh no more," given by Mr. T. M. Price was received with every manifestation of pleasure by the audience who called for an encore-but in vain. After this, Miss Myfanwy Reese gave a recitation, Lara," in a manner fully worthy of the loud applause with which it was received. The next item was a song Larboard Watch," in which the audience had again the pleasure of listening to Mr. Edward Lewis. A most charming violin solo was then exquisitely rendered by Miss Ettie Jones who was greeted with renewed applause on executing the encore which had been demanded. After this the audience was favoured with another song from Miss Ethel Williams, whose rendering of Kathleen Mavourneen," was greatly appreciated. Another humerous piece "The Chafers" was given by the Glee Party, and the programme concluded with comic songs by Mr. Humphreys. The entertainment was largely attended, and the audience did not fail to express their approval of the pieces given. Mr. T. M. Price carried out the duties of accompanist in a most able manner, whilst the Committee were not insensible of Dr. Hawksworth's kindness in presiding.

LEIGHTON. BELL-RINGING. The usual half-yearly meeting of the Hereford Diocesan Guild of Church Bell" Ringers, Welshpool and District Branch was held on Saturday afternoon last, at Leighton. The members assembled at the Leighton Church about 4-30, where they rang, under the conductorship of Mr. T. J. Bratton, several courses of both Grandsire and Stedman Doubles, after which, they were, by the kindness of the Rev. J. Sawer, entertained to a substantial Meat Tea at the Vicarage. The tea over, the usual meeting was held when the Hon. Sec. of the Branch, Rev. T. Hughes, of Buttington, submitted the accounts for the past year, which showed a balance in hand of £ 2 3s. 9d. Before the close votes of thanks were proposed to the Hon. Secretary, the Instructor Mr. T. J. Bratton, and the Rev. J. Sawer, for his great kindness to them, all of which were seconded and carried unanimously.

LLANDYSILIO. HARVEST THANKSGIVING.—This festival was held in the Parish Church on Friday, September 28th, when there was a very Mirge congregation. The sacred edifice was very tastefully decorated by Mrs. Matthews, the Rectory, Miss M. Pryce, Miss A. Pryce, Pentreheylin Hall, Miss E. Pryce, Miss N. Pryce, Street House. The prayers were read by the Rector, Rev. J. Matthews, the lessons by Rev. T. Hughes, and an appropriate sermon was preached by Rev. D. Lee, headmaster, Deythcur Grammar School. The offertory was devoted to the Society for the Propogation of the Gospel in foreign parts.

LLANSANTFFRAID. HARVEST TUAKSGIVING SERVICES.—The harvest thanksgiving services were held at the Parish Church on Thursday at three and seven p.m. The church was most tastefully decorated by the following ladies :—Miss Hayhurst (screen), Misses Perrott (altar and font), Mrs. Lloyd, Vicarage, and Miss Nellie Lloyd (Litany desk and window), Mrs. Swayne (pillars), Miss Dudley (window), Misses Keinpster (windows), Misses Riley and Miss May Lloyd Jones (windows). Flowers and corn were sent by Mrs. Leslie, Bryntanat, Mr. Kempster, Pentypentre, Mrs. Swayne, Mill House, Mr. Jones, Lion Hotel, Mr. Brookfield, Tyhwnt i'r Cair, Mr. Mr. Morris, Tynewydd. The preachers were At three o'clock, Rev. Canon Fletcher, Vicar of Wrex- ham and in the evening, Rev. G. Williams, Rector of Trefonen. Collections were made in aid of the Shrewsbury Infirmary.

CORRESPONDENCE. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR. To CORRESPONDENTS. Communications for thix column should be addretyed to the Editor, and must be written upon one aide of the paper only. They xhouhl in all case* be accompanied by the name and- address of the tender, not necetparily for publication but as a guarantee of good faith. A MACHYNLLETH GRIEVANCE. To the Editor of the COrXTY TIMES AXD POST. SIR,—Slay I call attention to what I may call the burning question of the hour," so far as Machynlleth is concerned, with the hope that if no other good is gained, at least a thorough ventilation of the subject will ensue. I am strongly of opinion that if this result does come about, there is a Prince in rlu's land who will, with the impartiality <•!).•• :;).-torisfie of his house, speedily remove the grie>now complained of. The grievain-i* i. this: The Dovey Fishery Association have, by an edict dated the 1st of last June, and issued without any preliminary war ning, cut off from the general public and inhabitants of this town and neighbourhood--except those inhabitants who can afford a season ticket—the angling in the river Dovey during the last fortnight in September. To the angler this is a serious blow, for it deprives him of the best portion of the month open to him during the season. But to the tradesmen, hotel and lodging house keepers, it is a much more serious matter, as it deprives them of many of their best paying customers. For instance, the intake of one house alone shows a decrease of over zE50 during the last two weeks of the past month as compared with the same period of last year. This decrease is solely attributable to the absence of the angling fraternity, their families, and friends. On behalf, and in defence of the conduct of the Association, it is urged, that they, having lost the angling during the mouth of November, through it being proved to the satisfaction of one of Her Majesty's Inspectors of Fisheries that angling during November was destructive to gravid fish, the Association are justified in curtailing the season hitherto open to the public, and without decreasing the price of the ticket Apologising for taking up so much of your valuable space, I am, Yours faithfully, A LOVER OF THE LAND OF MY FATHERS. 1st October, 1894.

♦ THE MEDICAL OFFICER QUESTION. To the Editor of the COUNTY TIMES AND POST. Sir,—In answer to your correspondent's question as to why the Parish Medical Officer does not reside in Llanbrynmair district, I beg to inform him that most probably if he applied to the Guard- ians of the Machynlleth Union they would be able to answer his question. Shortly, I hope, we shall hear the opinion of the Parish Councils on this and questions of a similar nature. If they cannot possibly improve matters they cannot possibly make them worse and more unfair than they stand at present.—Yours, &c., RATEPAYER. Machynlleth, Oct. 3, 1894. — + DISSENT IN NEWTOWN AIDED BY THE STATE AND THE RATEPAYERS. To the Editor of the COUNTY TIMES AND POST. SIR,—Marvellous is the pliability of the Noncon- formist conscience Indignant at the idea of paying rates and tithe to the support of the Church, the Baptists in Newtown have actually accepted a sum of X30 a year, paid partly by the Government Funds and partly by the county rate, towards the support of the Baptist Cause from the Intermedi- ate School Committee for the use of their premises. Every Churchman in the county of Montgomery is compelled by law to contribute a part (however small a fraction, is immaterial) to assist a religious denomination to which he is conscientiously opposed. Liberationists who shout against a State- aided Church must now declaim against a State- aided Chapel. Dissent endowed by the Rates! Who would have thought that this could have so soon come about ? We shall see greater things than these yet A CHURCHMAN.

—^ POWIS EISTEDDFOD. To the Editor of the COUNTY TIMES AXD POST. SIR,-It may be interesting to a considerable number of your readers, now that it has been decided to hold an Eisteddfod in Welshpool next year, to read a few facts, figures, and, I fael almost inclined to say fancies, concerning the last Eisteddfod that was held in Welshpool 70 years ago. How many are now Jeft who remember the Eisteddfod it would be interesting to know ? My father, the late Morris C. Jones, has often told me that he could remember hearing Miss Stephens sing, although he was in a house adjoining the Town Hall and was a very small boy. The 1824 Eisteddfod was held under the Cymmrodoriou Society in Powys." Nineteen names are down as vice-presidents, with Viscount Clive as the president, 60 names as stewards and to form a committee, commencing with Samuel Amy Severne, Esq., High Sheriff for the county. Twelve more gentlemen were requested to be added to this committee, Rev. W. Clive being at the head of the list, and J. D. Corrie, Esq., was appointed honorary secretary to the committee of management. A subscription list was started, and the following names are each down for 25 guineas Lord Clive, Sir W. W. Wynne, Bart., Lord Powis, and C. H. Tracy, Esq. Twelve names are down for zElO 10s, 37 for £5 5s, 16 for L3 3s, 48 for £ 2 2s, and many others for various sums, including one for £ 15 15s. The amount spent on this Eisteddfod seems to have been very great. The performers had a pretty good time of it, as the amount paid them appears to have been nearly £ 1,000. One lady, Miss Stephens, was engaged at Y,150, Miss Carew zE50, and Mrs. Vaughan at X52 10s. Other big items were Band of the Blues (including their conveyance to and from London, £ 46), JE159 15s, and the Shrewsbury Amateurs £ 140. £ 100 was paid towards enlarging the Town Hall for the occasion, and zC60 for seats. The Eisteddfod was brought to so triumphant a close" that there was a special meeting to dispose of the surplus fund, "amounting (as nearly as the committee, in the absence of the secretary, can ascertain) to above £ 200." zE40 was given to the Nation a iise liool s, £ 35 to thelCymmrodorion Society, and it was decided That the balance be placed in the President's hands for the purpose of vesting it in any real or personal security which he may think fit to be applied to any future Eisteddfod in Pool provided it be held within eight years, and that if an Eisteddfod be not held there within that period the President to call a meeting of the com- mittee for the immediate disposal thereof." In 1830 claims of £169 5s lOd and C28 were con- sidered and ordered to be entered on the minutes of the day, and further consideration was adjourned. In 1838 it was resolved that a sum of ZCIOO be allowed out of the funds in liquidation of the claim made on the part of the Corporation of Pool that a further sum of £50 be presented out of the same surplus funds in aid of any fund which might be raised for the building of a new church at New- town, if the same should be undertaken within live years from the present time, but if not then such last mentioned sum to revert to this committee." There is a pencil note at the end of the book, from which these few extracts have been taken — Performers engaged, &c., and other payments to be made good, £ 1,300; on the opposite page the following first concert, 500 at 10s 6d, S262 10s second concert, 600 at 10s 6d, £ 315 oratorio, 1,000 at 7s 6d, £ 375; total, C953 10s; subscriptions, £ 600; say, £ 1,500 Whether these are more figures it is impossible to say, but it would seem they are not meant for an account, although the balance is made out to be zC200, the same as mentioned before. Evidently it was only the rich who could afford to attend Eisteddfods 70 years ago. A ticket to admk one to all the performances cost Xl 14s. I am, yours, &c., T. SIMPSON JONES.

REGISTRATION. To the Editor of the COUNTY TIMES AND POST. SIR,—Permit me to correct a statement made in Notes by the Way in last Saturday's issue of your paper. It is stated that Llanwnog had, among other parishes, put in claims, in the Radical interest, by women who were owners but not occupiers, and that consequently such incorrect claims were stmck out by the barrister." As this statement was intended as a reflection upon those concerned, permit me to say that no such claim was made in Llanwnog parish. Yours truly, RICHAHD JONES. Pertheirin, Cacrsws. October 4, 1894. [We forwarded Mr. Junes' letter to our correspon- dent who furnished the particulars referred to, and lie has replied as follows :— Mr. Jones is technically correct for Llanwnog parish. In this parish several men ownership claimants for parish purposes, and a woman who claimed under the service franchise, were struck out, but, as it happens, no woman freeholder claimed." We are sorry the error occurred.-ED.J

lR. E. BUCKLEY'S OTTER HOUNDS. These hounds had another capital day's sport on Thursday last when they met at Llanymvnech at 7 30 a. m. It was a lovely day for the time of year and a large number of ladies and gentlemen were present. A drag was at once hit on as soon as the hounds reached the river Tanat. After carrying it on in a most painstaking manner down to Aberrhaiadr mill it was marked in the dam of the mill brook. The terriers were then set to work and forced it to bolt down stream where after about two hours it had to suecumb. On being brought to land after a most stubborn resistance it proved to be an old dog otter, grown grey in the service, and curiously spotted. He scaled nearly 251bs. A move was then made lower down the river and on reaching the drain above Llangedwyn Hall nothing further was done, and all adjourned to the Green Hotel, where the worthy host and hostess, Mr. and Mrs. William Owen, were unre- mitting in attending to the wants of their numerous and totally unexpected guests. This is the seventh season these hounds have hunted and a most suc- cessful one it has been in every way and with such promising young hounds as Freeman and Trimbush there is not th<» least fear of any degeneracy as far as pluck and quality are concerned. Trium another young one, also proved herself triumphant when the crisis arrived and showed all that dash and determination without which otter hounds are practically useless when the "tug of war" com- mences. The oldest veteran in the pack is Warrior, now sixteen years of age, and he is ably descended from the prize animals Trusty, Sentinel, aad Triumph, whilst Soldier, although but four years of age, has often proved himself an old soldier" in the best sense of the word, and Landrail, now five years of age, has secured for himself the re- putation of being the fiercest and most determined dog in the pack and this is no slight recommenda- tion amongst so many good ones. These hounds finish the season to day (Saturday) with a meet at 9 30 a. m., at Machynlleth, to hunt up towards Corris, weather permitting.

LLANYMYNECH. TRAP ACCIDENT.—On Monday evening, as Mr. C. Frank, The Court, West Felton, who was returning from Welshpool fair, was driving over the railway bridge at Llanymvnech railway station, one of the reins got under the tail of the horse, which began to kick so furiously that Mr. John Lloyd, butcher, who rode with Mr. Frank, was thrown over the hind part of the dog-cart, together with the seat and cushions, but fortunately he escaped unhurt. Mr. Frank gallantly stuck to the reins, and as soon as the animal ceased kicking got out, when it was found that, with the exception of some slight damage to the front of the vehicle, no harm was done, and the journey home was completed with- out further mishap. IMPROVEMENTS. Great improvements have recently been effected in the churchyard in this place under the personal supervision of Mr. Thomas Deam, to whom, as well as to those who initiated them, great credit is due. The paths have all .been widened and liberally covered with crushed lime- stone from the works of Messrs. Savin and Co., and now present a very neat and attractive appearance, as does the ivy on the church walls, which has been most judiciously trimmed and properly trained. The roof of the church, the windows, &c., have been carefully overhauled and repaired where needed. The peal of bells presented to the parish by the late Miss Mary Griffiths, discourse sweet music on each successive Sunday under the clever manipulation of Mr H. R. Price, and taken altogether the church and its surroundings will bear most favourable compari- son with any other in the immediate neighbourhood or more distant parts. 0 REVIVAL OF TRADE.-The limestone trade at Llanymynech rocks has recently received a great impetus owing to Messrs. Savin and Co. having secured a contract for 125,000 tons of broken lime- stone to be delivered during the next five yoars at Nantwich for the chemical works there, and for the purpose of properly executing this order they have erected a powerful steam stone crusher, which enables them to send off 100 tons per day. This is a very great boon to the whole neighbourhood where em- ployment has been scarce for a long time, and in addition to upwards of forty extra men now i i -r stant work at the quarries, independent of all f engaged in carrying the limestone to its destination there is every prospect of many more men being vry shortly wanted here, as it is proposed to tun;r extend the trade.

LLANFYLLIN. LECTURE.—On Friday evening Rev. J. Jones (7), Llansantffraid, gave an interesting lecture on his visit to America, in the Wesleyan Chapel. Mr. E. Lloyd Edwards presided. THE LATE MRS. JONES, OF BWLCHYLI.AN.—The funeral of Mrs. Jones, Bwlchyllan, took place on Monday, and was attended by a very large number of relatives and friends. The services at the house, the Wesleyan chapel, and the grave were taken by Revs. T. C. Roberts, Abergele; G. Griffiths, Llii- rhaiadr Joseph Owen, and J. C. Jones, and Mr. 11. Humphreys, Brynteg. In the evening Rev. J. .Jones (F), Llansantffraid, preached a funeial sermon. THE ASSAULT' AT THE WORKHOUSE.—Yesterday (Friday) before T. Jones, Esq., ex-mayor, William Evans, late porter at the Workhouse, was brought up on remand charged with having assaulted i o nurse Elizabeth Gethin. D. C. C. Crowden ip: for a further remand. Dr. F. Felix Jones said r:i.it- lie had seen Elizabeth Gethin that day. she v. as not vet out of I)ed. He thought she would be a to attend in a week's time. Remanded tmiii i h day next. THE -V--w COFFEE HOUSE.On Thursday i., -t Miss Williams, Gwyndy, entertained a large WP ber of farmers and their wives in the parish to at the new Coffee House, while on Friday she tertainec1 the tradespeople of the town. i 1: about 400 sat down at the tables.

DISTRICT HIGHWAY BOARD. SATURDAY. Present Messrs. W. Morgan, vice-el :i:n;.an (presiding). Pr.ce Astley. 1). b'1), Cwm; Evan Evans, Penybryn; Grifb-Li,. Tan dfridd; Ellis Jones. Neuaddwen John Sto:c~, surveyor, and Thomas H-hvards, acting clerk. FINANCE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. The Finance Committee presented its rep.-ft. which was adopted. It showed that the actual < penditure for the past month was 51 18s. being less than the estimated expenditure bv C 1 3s. 5d. and a reduction of E55 Os. 3d. upn i actual expenditure for the corresponding month last year. The Surveyor's estimate for the cnsuiiiL' • n<, il was -Pils 12s., being £10 9s. IOd. more than actual expenditure for the corresponding last year. THE SURVEYOR'S REPORT. The Surveyor presented his monthly ■ ■-•nort Aber-rhaiadr foot-bridge, Llanrhaiadr. it re- ported, had been completed at a cost of £ ,3'i It was agreed to repair the foot-bridge near Cowney, Llanwddyn. c A LETTER. Tile letter, which caused some meni- ment, was read:—" Sept. 26, 1894. Gentlemen.— On behalf of the ratepayers of Deyther I e-ive notice that they object to the removal of the boundary of the district at Clawdd, and that the matter will be brought before the Board at the October meeting at Llanfyllin, and also that t t■ awards will be produced for examination, and that the matter of wages and salaries will be dis- cussed there, and the place of meeting.—I am, A."

MONTGOMERY. MARRIAGE.—The wedding was celebrated at the Parish Church on Tuesday morning of Mr. A. Williams, son of Mr. L. Williams, of BeJwellrv, North Wales, and Miss Annie Penelope Ev.,tns, eldest daughter of Mr. T. H. Evans, of Belie Vae' Montgomery. The Rector (Bev. S. W. Brown) oiliciated, and the bride was given away by her father. The bridesmaids were the Misses Nellie and Jennie Evans, sisters of the bride, and thjy wore gold broochcs, the gift of the bridegroom.

BOROUGH POLICE COURT. YESTERDAY (FRIDAY). Before D. P. Owen, Esq. DRUNKENNESS. Alfred Thomas and Jane Hatley, tramps, London were charged with being drunk on the previous day! -P.C. ltees deposed that he saw the two prisoners drunk and disorderly in Severn Street on Thursday and that he took them into custo(ly.p.C. R. Jones gave evidence to the effect that prisoners were very drunk and disorderly.—Female prisoner I did not kick up any distuibancc. I was drunk, certainly. Give mc another chance and I'll leave the town — Mr. D. P. Owen I should think you will. Addrcssing t he male prisoner, Mr. Owen "said I am very much inclined to send you down to Shrewsbury jail. You are a class which we do not want about here. (To the female prisoner) I shall give you another chance, and the q uicker you are out of the town the better. Where are you going to ?—Female Prisoner To England. Mr. D. P. Owen Con- sidering you have been locked up all night, I will let you go.—Again addressing the; male prisoner, Mr D. !'■ Owen said I don't think I am doing my duty in not sending you to Shrewsbury.- Prisoner If you will let me go I will never come here again. — Mr D. !'• Owen If you are caught in the town after o,,(- ]'out you will be re-arrested and sent to Shrewsbury for 7 days.—Prisoners then left the

court. TOWN COUNCIL. THURSDAY. Present: Mr. Ellis O. Jones (Mayor), Aldermen rr II .Morris and W. A. Rogers, Councillors D. Jones J P. Jones, J. H. Anderson, R. Jones, R. P. Jones, aii(i D. Richards, with Mr. E. Jones, town clerk,'and Messrs. G. Snook, surveyor, and T. A. Basnett, collector. AUDITORS' REPORT. The MAYOR read the following We beg to in- form you that on the 22nd September wo audited the Borough Accounts for the year ended 31st March last and found the same correct. The rate books showed the amount of recoverable arrears to be C600 2s. 9d., zE537 5s 3d of which was collected between 31st March and 30th June last, leaving a balance then unpaid of zC62 17s. 6d. as per annexed sheet. The balance due to the Bank on the Urban Sanitary account on 31st March last is £ 789 0s. 9d. and on the Borough fund X154 7s. 6;i. The above report was signed by Messrs. S. and A. J. Blair. The COLLECTOR, replying to the Mayor, said that the balance had been paid with the exception of £7 15s., which was still recoverable. £ 10 was irrecoverable, owing to there being empty houses, and from other causes. Councillor ANDERSON considered that the collector was sometime ago given instructions to summon the defaulters. What was the use of giving him instructions if he did not carry them out r He did not believe in allowing people to come to the town to open shops, without paying taxes. Alderman ROGERS thought the matter had better be referred to the Finance Committee. The MAYOR remarked that it was for the Board to say whether they would refer the matter to the Finance Committee. Councillor ANDERSON: The collector has already received instructions to summon. Councillor D. JONES: He callnot-snmmon everybody. Councillor ANDERSON He can summon some of the defaulters anyhow, he has had his instruct-1 ions since last June. Alderman ROGERS said all the cases required being dealt with separately. They could not be dealt with now. Alderman MORRIS thought the report was a very favourable one. Councillor ANDERSON said ho did not believe in postponing this -matter from time to time. It was all nonsense to refer it lbaek to 'the Finance Committee. The MAYOlli It isTiot supposed'that-we should investigate every case-to-day ? Councillor ANDERSON: There is no investiga- tion required -at all. Councillor PRYCE JOI\ES seconded the sugges- tion that they be dealt with there and then. The MAYOR7: By referring them to the com- mittee you will see, very likely, that they will be in a different state after investigating. The amendment was then put to the -meeting, three voting for and four against. The original resolution was declared carried. Alderman ROGERS hero remarked that the list ought to be dealt with -at once lbe,could -not see how it could be done if they did not deal with every particular case. The matter then dropped. THE iiLACK POOL. The following letter was read fey ithe Town Clerk Estate Office, Powis Castle, Weilslipool, 19th September, 1894. My Dear Sir,—I beg to call the attention of your Corporation to the fence from the gate way at the filter beds up to the plantation fenee which was pulled down in getting piuddle, and has not been repaired. Will yon kindly have this done. The roadway past the pool has also been left ina very untidy state, broken iron and sewerage pipes, heaps of clay, and other refuse lying about, the tool box and shed also present a very ugly and untidy appearance, and ought to be removed and placed in some less conspicuous place. If the Water Com- mittee would prefer it I will send some one to meet your Surveyor, and point out these matters, but in any case I must ask your early attention thereta.- Believe me, etc., W- FORRESTER An DIE. The Town Clerk, Welshpool. With reference to the additional lease of water, Black Pool, Mr. Addie, writing on the same date, said he feared there was no possibility of being able to approve of the draft lease, sent him on the 18th ult., without the plan, and he would therefore be glad of the latter at the Council's earliest con- venience. The TOWN CLERK reported that he had showed a copy of the first letter to Mr. Snook, the borough surveyor. The BOROUGH SURVEYOR intimated that the fence alluded to had been down some years, and the fencing was now rotten at the bottom. As a portion of it was affected by the stuff they took away, if the estate found the timber, they (the Corporation) would find the wire. With regard to the other suggestions, mentioning the two boxes they had there, containing tools, and a kind of watch box, which Mr. Addie wished removed, it would be well to appoint somebody to see what Mr. Addie would like, and where the boxes had better be removed to. Also, to enquire of Mr. Addie if he would provide the timber for the fenc- ing. The MAYOR: Where is the fencing that is alluded to. The BOROUGH SURVEYOR It runs from the filter bed to the coppice. Councillor ANDERSON moved that Mr. Addie be asked to send a man to meet the Surveyor with particulars of what he wants done. Councillor PRYCE JONES proposed an amend- ment, that the committee meet Mr. Addie's repre- sentative. While there they could see if the Black Pool could be cleaned out. It was a good time now, for there were a large number of men out of work, and it would be to the advantage of the town at large. The MAYOR: You had better bring that for- ward at the next meeting. The BOROUGH SURVEYOR said there were one or two things necessary, and which needed doing at once. It would be necessary to fix the position of the filter beds, and it was also necessary to show them on the conveyance. The MAYOR I thought to mention with regard to the deed that we have now had it before us for a very long time, and it has not been carried out yet.; consequently, we have at present nothing to protect our interests there. Mr. Addie is anxious for it to be done. I believe it is ready. We have no right to delay a matter of this kind, because it is a matter of importance to the public. If the surveyor cannot do what is desired we had better ask someone else to do it. We have now been waiting many months for the necessary plans. Alderman ROGERS How can you make the plans if you do not say what you require ? It will be quite easy to prepare the plans after we have arranged what we want. The MAY OR I take it that the question of the filter beds is not a matter which concerns this resolution at all. Alderman ROGERS I think you will find that it does. Councillor ANDERSON This has been before the Board for some time, and it is necessary that it should be carried out. We are no more forward now than we were six months ago. The MAYOR incidentally mentioned that Mr. Addie had said that it was their duty as a public body to get this done. Did they suggest that the Water Committee should go there and see what was required to be done ? Councillor PRYCE JONES moved that the Water Committee meet Mr. Addie. Councillor R. P. JONES I beg to second the suggestion. We may kill two birds with one shot. Councillor PRYCE JONES: We can also see about the cleaning of the Black Pool while we are there. It has not been cleaned since it was made. It was ultimately resolved that the Water Com- mittee should visit the spot. THE SMITHFIELD. A letter was read from Messrs Morris, Marshall, and Poole, auctioneers, Chirbury, with reference to the horse boxes in the Smithfield, asking what the Council intended to do in the matter. Was there any chance of the boxes being erected for them or must they erect them themselves on the terms they had offered. If not they should have to try to make other arrangements elsewhere. They had had rather a, tempting offer from a neighbouring town and must give a definite answer without delay (laughter). Alderman ROGERS said he thought Messrs Morris, Marshall, and Poole had taken the sugges- tion from Mr. R. Morris at the last meeting. As far as he could see he did not know how they could depart from their last resolution—that is, that if they erected their own horse boxes they be asked to pay £ 10 per annum. He looked upon it as a ridiculously low price, and it went beyond his comprehension to think that they should require it at a lower price. If it was not worth £ 10 in the Welshpool Smithfield it was not worth anything. Alderman MORRIS inquired whether Messrs Morris, Marshall, and Poole could not be requested to meet the Council for the purpose of discussing the matter. Alderman ROGERS Have you no other com- munication regarding this matter ? The TOWN CLERK No. Alderman ROGERS moved that they adhere to their previous offer. The MAYOR: Do you mean, if they erect the horse boxes and pay the Council 110 per annum you would give them absolute control ? Alderman ROGERS No; I do not say that. Alderman JMORHXS said he was sorrv. he could not agree with Alderman Rogers, who'considered the offer of the Council a ridiculously low one He would find tlwt there were very few men about prepared to speculate like Messrs. Morris Marsh-ill and Poole. Councillor DAVID JONES remarked that there was a good deal said at the last meeting to the .eiiect that the fair had gone down. It was untrue and he believed their last fair was the best ever seen in Welshpool. It was all very well to put one side of the question and r.ot the other. He thought £ 10 was very high, and he would point out that the ratepayers had something te gain and nothing to lose. Referring to the horse fair, the speaker observed that if they arranged their horse fair to take place on the Monday prior to the fair held at Newtown, there was no doubt that they would get a larger number of dealers there than usual. All some of them could do was to talk and complain Let them try to meet Messrs Morris, Marshall and Poole as well as they possibly could, in the inter- ests of the ratepayers.' Councillor It. JONES was sorry he could not agree with cither Alderman Rogers or Councillor D. Jones. The question was whether they wanted them. He was of opinion that they did not. The MAYOR It has been suggested by Alder- man Rogers that we meet Messrs Morris, Marshall, and Poole to discuss the question. What is your opinion ? I feel, and I am sure we all do, that we would like to deal in a fair and honourable way, as business men, with Messrs Morris, Marshall, and Poole, or any other auctioneer who may require accommodation. If it is the wish of the Board to meet them then probably we will be able to settle the matter. Alderman MORRIS moved that Messrs Morris, Marshal], and Poole be requested to meet the Council. Councillor DAVID JONES seconded.' On being put to the meeting four hands were held up in favour, and four against. The MAYOR declared Alderman .Morris's motion earried. CouncilloriPRYGE JONBS This is a question for the easting vote. The MAYOR There is not one required. Councillor PRYCJEJONES:Only four voted each side. The MAYOR:: Then why did you not move an amendment ? Mr. Jones is not a very shy coun- cillor. Councillor PRYCE JONES We have not a very shy. May or either. The MAYOR: It would be,aibad thing if he was. Alderman ROGERS, in the course of a few re-j marks, did not approve of the way in which the Mayor was conducting the business. The MAYOR replied to the effect that he knew the business of the Council equally as-well as Alder- man Rogers. Alderman ROGERS I proposed that we stick to the. £ 10. The MAYOR;: The resolution of Alderman Morris does not .interfere with yours at all. The matter then dropped. THE SALE OF HORSES. Councillor R. JONES asked whether anything had been paid for the privilege of selling horses in the past. The TOWN CLERK We have arranged with the lessee. The MAYOR: The question is whether the auctioneer has the right to sell horses under the present agreement ? The TOWN CLERK.: Thatbas not been settled. Councillor R. JONES suggested that if the auctioneer had the privilege of selling liorses there should be another agreement with the Council. SURVEYOR'S REPORT. The BOROUGH SURVEYOR reported that the men on the district roads were preparing for the winter repairs.of the several roads. He had also men preparing metal for the use of the streets, the whole of the work being very backward. A cellar in the occupation of Mr. Humphrey Jones was flooded in Hall street. An effort was made to find out the cause of the flow of water upon the premises but without avail. They had tested the private water supply and .closets in the occupation of Messrs. Reese and Lewis of Hall street, and they were strongly of opinion that the cause of the flooding was from the in- effective sewer or water pipes upon their premises, as they found by stopping the water and use of the w.c. that the flooding ceased. He would be glad of the Council's instructions on the matter for the reason that they might be .unable to discover the fault, and ,if they put the owner to any expense of course it would not fall upon the corporation. He had seen Mr. Thomas Morris (London House) in re- gard to the alleged smoke nuisance in his passage who stated that if the Corporation would, inspect the place, and should it be considered a nuisance by them, he would have it altered, although the chimney remained the same as it had been for upwards of 25 years. He was informed by Mr. Turner, the clock manager, that he was compelled to wind the clock up twice a week in consequence of some sharp angles in the weights, which got in contact with one another. He stated that by having these angles knocked off they would work well, and the cost would be trifling. He had a few iron grids to spare, not having used all that were ordered for the Smithfield, and which he proposed to use for the following places in the town, the places in question being in a dangerous state through the want of new ones :—Berriew Street, Brook Street, and Bowling Green Lane. The amount required for the payment of wages to the Corporation's employes was X35 in two fort- nightly payments. A circular piece of stone kerb- ing was wanted opposite the Medical Hall; the present one was broken, and complaints had been made respecting it. He thought 15s. would be the outside cost of fixing, etc. ° A brief discussion ensued upon the reading of the report regarding the flow of water upon Mr. Humpbrey-J ones's premises, "and it was ultimately resolved that the Surveyor should watch the place and report at the next meeting. The Council decided to visit Mr. Thomas Morris's place at the conclusion of the meeting. The question of the clock was referred to Mr. Joyce. The work of re- pairing the grates in the different streets mentioned in the report was ordered to be done, as also was the kerbing opposite the Medical Hall. POWIS PROVINCIAL EISTEDDFOD. The MAYOR remarked that he was responsible for the mention of the Powis Provincial Eisteddfod, and his reason for taking the liberty of putting it on the agenda was that the Council would pro- bably like to aid the object by offering a prize. In other places, with a population the same as theirs, he noticed, the Corporation. on occasions like this offered a prize for a certain subject which was selected by them. He therefore submitted the idea for their consideration, and he hoped it would be received favourably by the Council. It had been done at other places, such as Wrexham and Brecon, where, at the latter place,not only the Cor- poration offered a prize, but the Licensed Victual- lers, Town and Trade, and the ladies of the town also contributed certain prizes. He did not wish to discuss it that day, but merely submitted it to them for future consideration. Councillor ANDERSON: Do you not think it would be well for the committee to meet and ar- range the prize ? The MAYOR There is plenty of time for that, but I merely suggest it now, so that you can con- sider it before you come to a decision. Alderman ROGERS: Where will the money come from ? The MAYOR: With regard to Mr. Rogers' query as to where the money will come from, I can onlv say that it will come, if you adopt the suggestion, from the same source as other money, and which has been devoted in the interest of public affairs. You know that on many occasions we have spent money for decorating the town, and also spent a lot of money on flags for public purposes, and if we were justified in spending money then, I think we are now. There is nothing which deserves our support more than the two days' Eisteddfod which it is pro- posed to hold here in the town, and it is an im- portant thing for Welshpool. I again submit to you whether it would not be useful, and almost necessary, for us to take this matter up in a public spirit ? I should be glad to see the Council, in the exercise of their office, finding their way clear to offer a prize. Other public bodies have done it. I think it will be one of the greatest public things that has ever taken place in Welshpool. Councillor PRYCE JONES: I do not know whether it is legal to vote a certain sum, but I am wishful to offer every encouragement and facility to the object, but we are not justified in voting a sum to-day. I think the Corporation, who have behaved very generously to the Eisteddfod Com- mittee and to the Horticultural Committee, should take into consideration the amount these committees would have to pay for the use of the Town Hall c rooms if they were charged for them, and which was equal to a prize, and it would be well if these committees were to give the Corporation some slight recognition for the facilities afforded them by the Council in the past in regard to rooms. Councillor ANDERSON proposed that the matter be referred to the Finance Committee. It was a waste of time to continue the discussion iu this manner. The MAYOR With regard to Mr. Pryce Jones' remark about the committees using this place, of course we recognise that we have been dealt with miserably. At the same time, no one will deny that what has been done has not been for the good of the town and to the interest ofitbe ratepayers, and wo would be ungenerous if we did not, in a legiti- mate way, assist these things. I will take the liberty of referring the matter to you later on. Alderman MORRIS Perhaps at the next meet- ing you will be able, Mr. Mayor, to let us see a draft of the programme ? The MAYOR Yes. It is already in the printer's hands, but I had hoped for the prize of the Council if we resolved to offer one, to have been noted in it The matter then dropped. THE FREE LIBRARY AND MUSEUM. The BOROUGH SURVEYOR presented an esti- mate of the cost of repairs to the roofs of the read- ing room, school of art, and museum, as well as of oth-or work in connection therewith. The amount of the estimate was £7 5s. A letter, dated Octo- ber 2nd, was also read from Mr. T. Simpson Jones, hon. sec. School of Art, as follows At a committee of the aboye held yesteiday in the Reference Library, Lieut.-Colonel Twyford in the chair, I was requested to write and inform you that the re- pairs to the museum building have not yet been done, and that if left undone through the winter serious damage will accrue." 0 Alderman MORRIS referred to the meeting in question, when the bequest of the late Mr. Maurice Jones of XIOO was considered. The deceased a gentleman's desire was that the building should be heated in some way, and the system the committee thought of adopting would cost about C80. They were going to call a special meeting to consider the matter, and they would like to know the Council's feelings on the matter. The MAYOR I take it that the Council will not take an opposing view to that of the executors. Alderman MORRIS moved that the Council endorse the wishes of the executors with regard to the heating of the Museum buildings. Councillor ANDERSON, in seconding, said it was very good of the late Mr. Maurice Jones to leave this sum. The proposition was carried unanimously. Alderman MORRIS also moved that the members of the Council who happened to be on the Free Library Committee acknowledge on behalf of the Council the kind act of Mr Maurice Jones in giving so munificent a sum towards this public institu- tion. Councillor ANDERSON having seconded, it was carried nem con. THE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL. Councillor PRYCE JONES asked if the Town Clerk had received any information with regard to the above. The TOWN CLELK None at all. I made en- quiries of the County Council clerk the other day and he said that their letter was before the Governing Body. Councillor ANDERSON could not understand it, because Welshpool was the metropolis of Mont- gomeryshire, and it was time that something was done. Councillor PRYCE JONES thought in the interest of the town that another letter should be sent. They were told by some members of the County Council that it was their fault, and there- fore he would like to know whose fault it was. Alderman ROGERS suggested that if the Town Clerk did not hear from Mr. Humphreys-Owen, the chairman of the Governing Body, that he communi- cate with the Charity Commissioners (hear, hear) and ask them if they knew the invidious position, as he called it, they (the Council) were placed ic. He could not see why they should be treated differently to other towns. Alderman MORRIS moved that the Town Clerk, if he received no reply within a week from the Governing Body, write to the Charity Commissioners in London and state the position they were now in. This was seconded, and carried. CONTRACTS. The following tenders were opened for painting the iron work at the Smithfield :—H. Lewi £ 10s: F. Pritchard, X9 Bentley, X9 and J. Pincell, :£8 10s, the latter being accepted. Mr. T. F, Pryce's tender of 25s for the aftermath on the Corporation field was accepted, as was also Mr. Farmer's tender for ironmongery. COLLECTOR'S REPORT. The COLLECTOR reported that he had collected since the last meeting on general district rate, zCl56 9s 3d. FINANCE COMMITTEE'S REPORT. The Finance Committee: recommended that the Surveyor get a report upon the condition of the clock in the Council Chamber, and that no com- mittee be allowed to spend a sum of money exceed- ing.95, without the approval of the Council. The committee instructed the Surveyor to prepare a statement as to the work at the Smithfield.fA letter was read by the committee from Messrs Morris, Marshall, and Poole, asking for permission to sell store stuff on the 1st November, which was granted. The estimate asked for by the Committee was presented, and amounted to about C635. The report was ordered to be received and adopted. FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COUNCIL. The Town Clerk reported that the balance due to the Bank was, on the urban fund, zP,349 12s. 5d., and on the boro' fund, £ 431 19s. 9d. He also stated that few of the overseer's had paid their calls, and the necessary order was made. Regard- ing the General District Rate it was ordered that the seal of the Corporation be placed upon the rate-book, for a rate of 4d. on houses, and Id. on land, and that the collector collect same forthwith. MISCELLANEOUS. Mr. T. S. Pryce again wrote asking for a paved channel outside his property in Mount Street on the usual terms. Mr. J. Owen, butcher, wrote to the effect that he had applied several times for a lamp to be placed in Angel Lane. The Council resolved to visit the place. An application having been made by Alderman Morris for the fields vacated by Councillor D. Richards, at the same rent paid by him, it was agreed to grant the same, the tenancy to commence on the 25th March next. The Collector having reported that the caretaker was in need of coal and firewood, it was agreed, on the motion of Councillor PRYCE JONES, that tenders be obtained for coal. This concluded the business.

BUTTINGTON. HARVEST FESTIVAL.—Harvest festival services were held at Buttingtou Church on Thursday. Much taste was dispayed in the decorations. The contributions of fruit flowers, and grain were sent by many of the parishioners. The following ladies assisted in the decorations -Miss Oakley, Miss Davies, Garth Derwen, Miss Kinsey, Buttiligton Hall, Miss Green, The Moors, Miss Roberts, Great Hope, Miss Pugh, Cambrian House, and Miss Roclie. Mount Pleasant. There was a celebration of Holy Communion at 8 a.m.; afternoon service at 3 p.m. The Vicar, Rev. Hughes, took the services. Rev. R. J. Roberts, Pool Quay, read the first lesson, and the Rev. J. P. Lewis, Guilsfield, read the second lesson. The anthem was, The earth is the Lords (Caleb Simper). The preacher was Rev. E. W. Brown, Rectory of Montgomery, who preached an appropriate sermon. Tea was provided for the choir and visitors in the schoolroom, and the tables were presided over by Miss Oakley, Miss Davies, Miss Gregory, and Miss Whiteside, Maesfron! Evensong took place at 7 p.m. the church being crowded. The processional hymn was 489, "Rejoice ye pure in heart." The Vicar took the service, whilst Revs. J. P. Lewis and R. J. Roberts read the lessons. The same anthem as in the afternoon was sung, and Rev. R. Evans-Jones, Rector of LIanIIwchaiarn, preached an eloquent sermon from the 50th Psalm, part of the 23rd verse. Whoso off ere th praise glorifieth Me." The livmn, Oh Lord of heaven and earth and sea," was sung during the taking of the offertory, which was divided between the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel and the Agricultural Benevolent Institution. Miss Oakley presided at the organ.

WILLANS because he wax entirely ignorant of him. He had not seen him or heard hirti." Admitting his want of knowledge it natur- ally followed that Mr. JEXKIN JONES should proceed to picture the candidate in the most glowing terms, and even to speak of the feelings which actuated him. It was almost a pity that Mr. WILLANS was not present, to hear all the good things said about him. Whether he would have blushed to find himself depicted in such a graphic and tender manner, is an open question, for we know that he was first introduced to the Boroughs under false colours, and that, publicly, he never took the trouble to assert his non-identity with another gentleman of almost similar name, and of far different position, with whom he had been confounded. Mr. C. R. JONES told the meeting that they had to combat with a very unscrupulous party," whilst another person brought out his hackneyed assertion that the disgrace under which the borough constituents of Montgomery- shire now suffered would be wiped away," and" that the stain of being represented by a Tory would be obliterated." We have heard this before, and always know what to expect when this peculiarly egotistical and unctious gentleman gets up to make a speech. At the same time it Comes with a very bad grace from one of the principal promoters of the election Petition with its scandalous sequel, a sequel from which Mr. WILLANS, now that he has become the representative of the party, cannot disassociate himself. Mr. EVAN CATKINS we are told drew a parellel from the story of Jacob, and said he hoped that in Mr. WILLANS they would find the Proper Joseph, and that in a very short time they would secure for the Liberals of te Montgomery boroughs the Canaan of LIberalism." It is at all times dangerous to draw such analogies, because some People have an unfortunate habit of follow- Ing them right out to their logical con- clusion, and in this particular case the Parallel might be very awkward if developed its fullest extent. The Dolforgan 88tateat Kerry, Mr. WILLANS' property, will ^'e are afraid be found but a poor substitute ^0r the land of Canaan, especially as we have no record that Joseph ever tried to get WOl1:1en to do harvest work there at the Munificent rate of gixpeiice per day. This Point will probably be elucidated later on. Anyhow, we have it on the authority of FR- HUGH LEWIS that Mr. WILLANS is one the great men of England, one of the men ^ho by their strong sterling commercial characters had made England what itwasto- j ay-" Just fancy that now But, after all, comes it that until the last few weeks the ^ntleman in question had never been heard beyond the narrow limits of own llUmediate circle, and that when he did emerge from his obscurity, his own sup- fortel's announced him as, and believed him o be, another person altogether. Instead p being the Chairman of the London h. hamber of Commerce, it turned out that I e Was quite a different person, and of far ess important status. This matter, how- has been kept as quiet as possible by e Radical leaders, and the newspaper ^hich originally announced it in large type, ^eclined to insert a contradiction, when sent by one of the opposite party. It is ald that Radicals dearly love a lord, and If they cannot get a peer or the son of a Peer to come forward, they are quite willing to fall back upon a commoner they would Ike a Welshman, but if they cannot succeed that respect they will accept an English- Scotchman, or Irishman; they would e a wealthy man who would scatter jCcuruary blessings amongst them, but ding a Croesus, they will be content to Pport one who not only will not open his P^se strings on behalf of every little ethel or village club, but who stipulates to J;6 Repaid his "expenses out of pocket; in ,act, so long as they can get a candidate it °es not matter who he is, or from what garter he comes, and when at last they do ucceed in getting a third rate or fourth J*te politican, they cloak their disappoint- ment by saying as thev did at Tuesday's r\eting, that they are supporting principles d ^ot, men. Well, nous rerrons ce que terrons—we shall see what we shall See.