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Rhayader Board of Guardians-
Rhayader Board of Guardians- VAGRANTS STILL LESS. Mr D. C. Davies (chairman) presided at the Rhay- ader Board of Guardians' meeting on Wednesday. Others present were Messrs. David Davies, Wm. Evans, John Evans. Burton Hughes, John Jones, E. P. Jones, Edward Price, Evan Price, and Thomas Stephens. The application of the master for fourteen days' leave of absence was granted. The master reported that 24 vagrants had been relieved during the past fortnight, as compared with 62 during the corresponding period last year, showing a decrease of 38.
Central Wales Free I Churches.
Central Wales Free I Churches. I Election of Officials. I WINTER'S WORK. The ,annual business meeting of Central Wales Federation of Free Churches, presided over by Rev. Stephen George, B.A., Llandrindod Wells (president), was held at Alpha Lecture Hall, Builth Wells, on the 27th ult. Ministers and dele- gates representative of councils affiliated with the federation attended. I Appointment of Officers. Mr Edward J. Oldbury (Knighton) was ap- pointed president of the federation for the coming year. Mr E. J. Oldbury moved that Mr William Deakin (Llangunllo) be appointed president-elect. He did this owing to the fact that it had been previously agreed that a Primitive Methodist should be elected for this position. As Mr Deakin refused to act, Mr Oldbury pro- posed that Mr J. L. Allcock (Knighton) be ap- pointed. Mr Deakin seconded, Mr W. Pugh supported, and the meeting unanimously concurred. Vice-presidents were re-elected as under :— Mr W. Deakin (Llangunllo), Mr James Williams (Hay) and Mr J. 0. Jenkins, J.P. (Penybont); and the following were added to the list, viz., Dr. W. Black Jones (Builth Wells), Mrs Weaver Price (Brecon) and Mr John Phillips (Llandrin- dod Wells). ( The nomination committee recommended that Rev. T. Gwyn Thomas (Brecon) be appointed sec- retary in succession to Rev. W. 0. Williams (Builth Wells), who left the district on Thursday. This was agreed. | President and secretary were elected on the Welsh Executive of the National Free Church Council, and Mr Jeffrey Jones, J.P. (Llandrindod Wells) was re-appointed treasurer. Rev. Lewis James (Builth Wells), Rev. Stephen George, B.A. (Llandrindod Wells), Mr W. I. Jones (Talgarth), Rev. Frank Jackson (Rhayader), Rev. James Jones, B.Sc. (Llandrin- dod Wells), and Rev. Lewis Beynon (Builth Wells) were co-opted members of the Feder- ation Executive, to which each council will be re- quested to elect one representative. Rev. Stephen George, in welcoming Mr Oldbury into office, remarked that he was delighted to learn that their new president hailed from a coun- cil which was very active, and lie was confident that, owing to his own personal worth and of the Knighton activities in general, he would make an excellent president. Mr Oldbury, acknowledging", thanked the retir- ing president for his kind remarks, as well as the federation, for the honour they had bestowed upon him, and added that he would do his best. He urged upon them to love one another more, and to show the spirit of Christ more in all they did. He trusted that the ensuing year would ljre more successful than the one just ended, and that they would all see better times. Thanks were accorded the reiiring officials. Rev. J. J. Jones's, B.A., B.D. (Talgarth) ad- judication on the history competition showed that, out of four entries, marks were given as under Possible 50 Willie 0. Thomas, Cray (48), P. C. W. Tuck, Llandrindod Wells (40), George E. Gray, Newtown, 16 years of age (38), and Mary Lizzie Jones, Llanfair-Caerinon. 15 years of age (20). P. C. Tuck, owing to being over the age- limit, was disqualified. Rev. J. Jones explained that he advised him to enter and to state his age to the adjudicator, as he might obtain a special prize, in the event the federation decided to award one. The federation resolved to award the first prize ( £ 1) to W. O. Thomas, and the second (12/6) to George E. Gray. P. C. Tuck was highly com- mended for his effort. No entries were received for the temperance essay. Work of the Free Churches. j Mr W. 1. Jones (Talgarth) informed the feder- ation that the Talgarth police had won a case against a licensed-holder there, a thing unknown in that town for 20 years. Speaking of the work of his council, Mr Jones said that successful in- tercessory services had been held, as well as monthly missionary meetings. Rev. Frank Jackson said Rhayader Baptists were inclined to take full advantage of the Act which gave ministers the right to conduct funeral services in churchyards belonging to the Estab- lished Church. Mr William Pugh presented the report, drawn up by Rev. J. H. Veal (secretary of'Knighton Council), which was considered very satisfactory. Rev. Stephen George remarked that there was a "live" council at Knighton, and that such a re- port disclosed their interest in Free Church work. Rev. James Jones, B.S.c., and Mr Morris, speaking of the work done in Llandrindod Wells, referred to the successful meetings which had been arranged for the welfare of the troops billeted in the town. Rev. T. Gwyn Thomas dealt with the work at Brecon, and Mr William Deakin with that of Mid- Radnor. Rev. Lewis James alluded to the efforts of the council at Builth Wells, and other representatives also spoke. Winter's Work. Rev. W. O. Williams said, with regard to sug- gestions for the winter's work, that very few had been received from headquarters. They seem to suggest that local councils should hold on the things that remained, and not go in for anything which would be likely to involve ne\v expenditure. Their policy seemed to be one of retrenchment, but he considered there was still much that could be done by councils individually. He was. of opin- ion that, if local councils initiated any movement, it would be taken up with more interest than if the initiative came from the federation or head- quarters. Dr. Black Jones believed that the more they pushed and hammered away at the temperance question the more they would be likely to influence public opinion. He certainly thought they should keep this question to the fore. Rev. James Jones, B.Sc., considered that the poster-campaign, oh the lines suggested in the Knighton report, might be very helpful. Large effective posters would probably be read by every- one and would assist them more in their temper- ance work. He was convinced that the hopes of temperance workers was not in legislation, but in the Gospel remedy. An excellent suggestion, made by Mr Jones (Talgarth), with regard to holding an united missionary meeting, was an ex- cellent one. The work was vast, and needed all the concentration they could bring1 into it, there being no need for denominational attitude. Mr Oldbury said that the poster-temperance campaign at Knighton was very simple and inex- pensive, and thought that considerable good' might result if the' rural districts had such a scheme. The speaker went on to ask how they could create, more interest in the Free Church movement among Nonconformist Churches in rural districts. They all knew some of the difficulties and pro- blems which had to be contended with in this re- spect. He drove 28 miles, walked six and preach- ed three times the previous day, and they all knew what it was. They had, in Mid-Radnor district, a church at Knucklas, one at Cwmygaist, and one at Llandewy, with others, which covered a radius of something like 20 miles. He asked the question as to how they were going to get scattered Churches in touch with or to feel anything of the Free Church movement? Could anything be done to get them into sections or to meet at different centres? How were they to create the "atmo- sphere" for country causes which existed for a purpose? He had been told that the small con- gregations were sending the best men into big centres. The point which needed emphasis that day was the necessity of looking after their young people. He felt that if they, as Free Churches, could only adopt some scheme to get into touch with the Sunday schools, they would be executing a glorious work. Rev. F. Jackson mentioned the apathy of some of the country districts in respect to the Free Church movement. He and his fellow minis- ters had offered to go to the country distriets and address meetings to further the interests of. the movement, but their offer had not befn taken up. Outsides Churches did not seem to have sufficient sympathy with the movement. Continuing, he did not think the Free Churches had been neglect- ing the young people, but felt that a strong atti- tude had been taken by young people themselves. Ministers and deacons might appeal to them to at- tend week-night services and young people's meet- ings, but yet they did not come. They would, however, find that they attended meetings which were not of a too devotional character. Rev. Stephen George thought three things stood out prominently from the discussion on sugges-
Brecon's Answer. I
Brecon's Answer. I The proof was Brecon proof, and Brecon had confidence in a neighbour's word. But there was still a question—would the cure prove lasting? A reassuring answer is given here by a Brecon woman. On July 26th, 1909, Mrs E. Middleton, of 22. Lion street, opposite the plough Congregational Church, Brecon, said -,I have been suffering with severe pains in Illy back and other signs of kidney disorder for nearly two years. Mrs. Middleton. (from a photo.) After doing any house- work, which meant a lot of stooping, the pnins would be like a stab in the back. I was often dizzy and troubled With bad headaches and there was not a natural flow from the bladder. "I had often heard Doan's backache kidney pills spoken highly of by my friends, and at last I .got a box to try. Prom the first. I found they were doing me good, and gradually they removed the pains and made me feel brighter and better. They are the best medicine I have ever had for kidney trouble, and I do not hesitate to .recommend them. (Signed) "E. Middleton." On June 23rd, 1915-nearly six years later- Mrs Middleton said :Six years ago Doan's pills cured me of kidney disorders, and I have kdpt well since." Kidney weakness causes sharp twinges when stooping or lifting, fits of depression, nervousness, dizzy spells, headaches, urinary disorders, swel- lings of the ankles or limbs, and those mysterious aches and pains so often mistaken for female trouble. Backache, dropsical swellings, drowsi- ness, sediment, or any irregularity of the bladder are enough cause to suspect kidney disease. Then begin using Doan's backache kidney pills, which are solely for the kidneys and bladder, and have brought new life and strength to thousands. Price 2/9 a box, six boxes 19/9; of all dealers, or from Foster-McCleIIan Co., 8, Wells street, Oxford street, London, W. Don't ask for backache or kidney pills-ask DISTINCTLY for POA-s backache kidney pills, the same as Mrs Middleton had.
Rhayader Sale of Work.
Rhayader Sale of Work. A very successful sale of work took place in the Congregational schoolroom on Thmrsday. 'The ar- rangements were made and carried out by a com- mittee of the ladies of the Congregational Church, presided over by the Rev. D. Maldwyn Jones. It was opened by the pastor at 2 p.m. Immediately there was a rush of buyers, which c.ontinued until the stalls were cleared, which was done in record time, all being over before 6 p.m. The stalls were presided over as follows :—Tea stall Mrs Maldwyn Jones and Mrs Price Jones, assisted by Miss G. Llewela Jones, Miss B. Price, Miss Gifford and Mrs B. Lloyd. New stall Mrs Morgan Lloyd. Mrs G. Evans. Miss M. Worthing. Fancy stall Miss Prosser, Miss Mabel Prosser, Miss Elsie Lloyd. Jumble stall Mrs Beedle, Mrs Lloyd, Mrs Clarke. Valuable assistance was also rendered by Mrs Tom Thomas, Mrs Lloyd, Mrs Price, Ffynofair, and Miss N. Price, Miss Maggie Jones, Mrs Williams. Vegetable stall Mr Willie Price and Rev. D. M. Jones. Weighing machine Mr D. M. Peate, Mr RonaJd Jones and Mr Arnold Jones at the door. Bran tub Misses M. Lloyd, W. Lloyd, G. Lloyd, C. Jones, E. Ben- nett, J. Kinsey. The stalls were beautifully de- corated by busy and dexterous hands, which gave the room a pretty appearance. Thanks are given to all the generous donors, without whom such a success could not have been achieved.
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Five sons of Mr and Mrs Harry Brunker (Oefn- Coed) are serving in His Majesty's forces, viz., Pte. Robert Brunker. R.G.A., Pte. Henry Brun- ker, R.G.A., Pte. Ellis Brunker. 7th Batt, S.W. Borderers. Pte. Tom Brunker, R.G.A., and Pte. James Brunker, 4th Batt., S.W. Borderers (wounded at the Dardanelles).
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King's Congratulations, j KNIGHTON FAMILY'S PATRIOTISM. i I SIX :0);"8 SERYI);"G IK THE AHIY. I SIX SONS SERVING. IN THE ARMY. I The following communication has been received I by Mr T. James, 7; George Lane, from Sir j j Frederick Ponsonby, Keeper of, the Privy Purse Privy Purse Office, Buckingham Palace, 28th September, 1915. Sir,—I have the honour to inform you that the King has heard with much interest that you have at the present moment six sons serving in the Army. I am commanded to-express to you the King's congratulations and to assure you that His Majesty much appreciates the spirit of patriotism which prompted this example, in one family, of loyalty and devotion to their Sovereign and Em- pire. I have the honour to be. sir, Your obedient servant, F. PONSONBY. Keeper of the Privy Purse. Mr T. James.
First-Aid on the Farm.
First-Aid on the Farm. REPORTS ON VETERINARY ZAM-BUK. Quite a number of grateful letters have already been received from owners of valuable stock, prize poultry, singing birds, dogs, and other favourite household pets, testifying to the unrivalled sooth- ing and healing action of Veterinary Zam-Buk when.applied to the smarting wounds or irritating skin affections of our dumb friends. For instance, a farmer reports finding Zam-Buk a real boon, especially during the winter months, when his cows suffer from sore teats. He says Zam-Buk heals up the sores wonderfully, and saves the animals much torture at milking-time. A large number of writers also dwell upon the frequency of dog's eczema and canker, which Zam- Buk quickly cures. Ringworm. Poisoned Wounds, Obstinate Sores. Mange. Trapped Legs, Thorn, Cramp, and all sorts of injuries to dogs, cats, rabbits, caged birds, and poultry have betn successfully treated with Zam-Bnk. Horses' Sore Shoulders, Broken Knees, Cracked Heels. Cracks and Sores, Grease, Splints, Harness Chaffings, WTarbles, Abrasions, etc.. have also offered scope for the successful use, of Zam- Buk. Knocks and bruises are a daily peril in the stable, kennel. or field, and a neglected cut or abrasion may very quickly develop into a painful and dan- gerous sore unless immediately dressed with this antiseptic Veterinary Zam-Buk.- It is the stitch in time that saves nine, and Farmers, Breeders, Fanciers, and keepers of Live-Stock generalJy. I who are not always within easy reach of a Veterin- ary Surgeon, will find it good policy to keep a tin or two of Veterinary Zam-Buk by them. Like the household Zam-Buk, Veterinary Zam-Buk is essentially of vegetable origin, and entirely free from coarse animal fats or mineral irritants. It is the farmer's and fancier's ever-handy "Vet." Sold by medicine dealers and saddlers at l/U and 2 '9 per box. or post free for same prices direct from the Zam-Buk Laboratories, Leeds.
Rhayader TributeI
Rhayader Tribute TO THE LATE MR A. GWYNNE-VAUGHAN. At Rhayader petty sessions, on Wednesday. Rev. W. E. Prickard (chairman) referred to the loss that court had sustained through the death of their late clerk, Mr A. Gwynne-Vaughan. It was the wish of the bench that he should say a few words with reference to the death of their kind. genial clerk. Not only was he kind. but his ad- vice could always be relied upon. They had lost an excellent clerk, and, also, a friend, and they would be many years before they would find any one equal to him. He moved a vote of condolence with the relatives. Mr B. P. Lewis, in seconding, said they had lost a most capable servant in Mr GwynneVaugban— one who always did his work without fear or fav- our, and that testified to his great qualifications for the office. He was a genial man, liked by every one, and a friend to all. Not only the town of Rhayader had sustained a loss, but the whole county. The vote was passed amidst evary manifesta- tion of sympathy.
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Pte. J. H. Powell (Royal Marines), who has spent the greater part of the last twelve months on sea. on mijie-sweepers and other ships, has now been transferred to the Howitzer Brigade. Pte. Powell was home at Llandrindod last week.
Wedding at Llandrindod 'Wells.
Wedding at Llandrindod 'Wells. SIMS—MORRIS. At the Weslcyan Church, Llandrindod Wells, on Wednesday, th marriage was solemnised (by the Rev. J. Reeves- Brown, resident minister), between Rev. '\N7illiam Henry Sims, eldest son of Council- lor and Mrs W. A. Sims. Waterloo Road, and Miss Gertrude J. Morris, eldest daughter of Mr B and Mrs George Morris, "Berwyn," Montpellier Park. The bride, who, was prettily attired in a tussore costume, and wore a cerise picture hat, was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Elsie Sims, s-ister of the bridegroom, and Miss Lottoie Morris, sister of the bride. The bridesmaids wore navy blue costumes and black velvet hats. The bride was given away by her father, and Mr Stan- ley Brick, an old schoolmate of the bridegroom, performed the duties of best man. Mrs Frank Lloyd presided at the organ where the "Wedding March" was played. A reception was subsequent- ly held at the home of the bride's parents, at which, in addition to the parents of both contracting par- ties. the Rev. J. Reeves-Brown, Mrs Frank Lloyd, and Miss Levy 'London), were also present. Both bride and bridegroom were very popular and high- ly respected during their residence at Llandrindod Wells, and will carry with them the good wishes of a. large circle of friends. The happy couple left for London by the 10.4 on Wednesday morning. The following is a list of presents:—Bride- groom's father, cheque; bridegroom's mother, lin- en and housbold sundries; bride's mother, cheque, blankets, silver tea spoons & desert knives: Misses Elsie, and Dorrie Sims, silver pickle jar: Wesley and Bertie Sims, silver table and dessert spoons: Mr H. Morris and Miss Levy, dinner service; Arthur Morris, silver-mounted carvers in case: Miss Lottie Morris, case silver tea knives; Mrs Sirus, Garway, cheque; Miss Sims. Garway, china. tea le rvice, Miss Williams. Leominster,* embroid- ered towels shams (hand-worked lace) Mr & Mrs Levist. Middletown, silver tea service; Mr and Mrs Baken and Jordon. London; silver-mounted cut-glass jam jar; Mr J. H. Twist, Welshpool, silver-mounted pepper and salts in case; Mr and Mrs Morris, Shrewsbury, bonlrt. cake dish and d oyley: Mr and Mrs Newman. Builth Road, silver mounted epergne; Rev. and Mrs Brown, rug: Mr Stanley Brick, case carvers: Miss Brady. London, silver jam spoon and butter knife: Mrs and Miss Breeze, Brycoed', silver toast rack: Miss Madams, silver sugar sifter; Mr and Mrs Pritchard, silver jam spoon and butter knife: Miss Lloyd, Lon- don. tray cloths with hand-worked lace; Mrs Williams, d'ovleys, Duchesse set & cushion cover; Miss Mynne Jones, silver-mounted salts: Man- ager, London City and Midland Bank, cheque; the staff, clock and silver butter clish: Mr J. H. Wilson, case silver fish knives and forks and ser- vers: Mr and Mrs G. Lloyd Hughes, dessert knives and silver prongs; Mr j. G. Lloyd, cheque: Mr C. Brick, dessert knives: Mr and Mrs C. Jones, silver dinner prongs: Mr S. P. Collins, London, silver crumb scoop; Messrs. W. and G. Scandrett, silver cake knife: Mr Thomas. Em- porium, set of carvers: Mr and Mrs D. C. Davies, damask breakfast cloth: a friend, coalport marma- lade jar: Miss Arthur. Cedars, -silver-mounted jam dish, on old friend, present: Messrs. Southall and Mills, London, silver butter dish: Mr A. Twist. Builth, teapot: Miss Collins. Runcorn, hand- painted cosy: Miss Cissie King, London, nut- cracks; Mrs Johns, Edrin. silver and pearl paper knife: Miss J. Davies. tablecloth and dinner knives: Mr and Mrs C. Lewis, silver dessert prongs; Miss M. Lewis, saltspoons; Mrs Wat- kins, silver jam spoon and butter knife in case; Mrs A. Hope, A dozen tea spoons.
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Rhayader District Council.
Rhayader District Council. REGISTRATION WORK. Air B. P. Lewis (chairman) presided over the i monthly meeting of Rhayader District Council on -Wednesday. Other members present were Messrs. David Davies, John Evans, Win. Evans, Burton Hughes, E. P. Jones, John Jones, Ed- ward Price, Evan Price, -Thomas Stephens, G. M. Jarman (clerk), James Powell (road surveyor) I and Robert Worthing (sanitary inspector). Registration Work. The chairman, on behalf of the council, propos- ed a cordial vote of thanks to all who had assisted in the great and important .work of com- piling the national register for the district. As they were aware, the clerk of that council, owing to ill-health at the time, was unable to take part in the work, and Mr Prothero (clerk to the guardians) came forward and took the responsible, position that their clerk would have had under more favourable conditions. The members of the council did their share, and, with the voluntary help of others, all the work had been done with- out causing any expense. The work was enor- mous and must have entailed great labour. kamong those who assisted were Mrs John Davies, Mrs Evan Morgan, Mrs A. B. Roberts, Mrs Tom Morgan, Mrs James Hamer, Mrs Margatson, Miss AnnIe Price, Miss Gladys Davies, Mr W. H. Hamer, Mr Jas. Hamer, Mr Tom Thomas, Mr Morgan Lloyd, Mr David Jones and Mr Llewelyn Davies. Mr David Davies said they greatjy appreciated the good service rendered by those who assisted with the national register, and it was a pleasure to second the motion. The proposition was unanimously carried.
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Cefnybedd Welsh Class is to be held again this winter, and, after such a good session as that of 1914-15, there should be no doubt about its suc- .cess. Arrangements are in the hands of the Rev. H. Davies (vicar), Miss Lena Williams and Mr W. Williams. Mr G. R. Thomas, B.Sc. (Builth [Wells) is the appointed teacher.
I Conserve the Cold.
Conserve the Cold. APPEAL FROM THE TREASURY. The following letter has been issued' to em- ployers from the Treasury, signed by Mr McKebna :— "As you are no doubt aware, a public notice was issued by the Treasury at the beginning of August last calling attention to the importance, with a view to strengthening the. gold reserves of the country, of substituting notes for gold for the purpose of paying wages and for cash disburse- ments generally. The public response to this re- quest has, on the whole, been excellent, and the Treasury is glad to be able to acknowledge the patriotic spirit in which employers generally, often at serious inconvenience to themselves, have adapted their arrangements to meeting the wishes of the Government. It appears, however, that some employers are still applying to the banks for gold coin for the purposes of wages payments, and, if this practice continues, there is danger that those who are now assisting the policy of the Go- vernment may be discouraged in their efforts. The Treasury, therefore, desire to impress upon you the great importance from the point of view of national interests of maintaining the instruct- ions which they trust you have, already given to your cashiers to discontinue the use of gold coin for wages payments altogether, or should such instructions not already have been given of your giving them immediately."
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I Famous Missioner I
I Famous Missioner I VISITS RHAYADER. I AN EVENING WITH MR. C. T. STUDD. I Our Rhayader correspondent writes On Friday night Rhayader enjoyed the rare treat of an even- ing with Mr C. T. Studd,, the founder of the Cen- tral African Mission. Like one of the old pro- phets risen again, full of faith, fervour and fire, lie had moved the vast gathering in the conven- tion at Llandrindod. After what we bad heard from his lips there they were anxious to get him to Rhayader. This wish was gratified. The meet- ing was held in the Bethany Hall, which was crowded, the audience being profoundly moved by the extraordinary story he gave of his dedication and work. No such missionary meeting had been held in the town within living memory. The proceed- ings were opened with a hymn and scripture read- ing by the Rev. D. Maldwyn Jones, followed by prayer by the Rev. 0. Thomas, Dolau. | Mr B. P. Lewis, J.P., presided, and in the course of his remarks said it was an honour to him and any man to preside at a meeting where Mr Studd was the speaker-a gentleman well- known as having been extremely successful as an athlete—one of the foremost cricketers, and in other branches of life—but who had sacrificed all for the sake of the Gospel and the Cross of Christ. May his visit be the means of a renewal of re- ligious and missionary fervour and zeal in the town. Mr Studd followed with an entrancing account of his faith and work. He said, there is an old saying in the old Book "J*esus is the same yester- day, to-day, and for ever." In other words, God is still living. With all the fools about nobody is such a fool as to believe that God is dead. If any were, the very war waged now proves the fact. What is the cause of this war? Why because God is alive. It is Divine judgment on the nations concerned. Belgium comes first. Why only a few years ago the atrocities committed by the Belgian Government on the Congo in Africa, roused the wrath of the world. More it brought upon the wrath of God. If nations will sow wild oats they will reap the same. Russia is reaping of her persecution of the Jews, God's chosen peo- ple, then suffering at the hands of the Russians, being unspeakable. France has flouted and routed God out of her life. Infidelity has been rampant in that land. England, like the other nation's, ill that land. We stood aside when the heB-pos- sessed Turks massacred that ancient people. We had the power but not the will then to intervene and listen to the voice that called. Also we, as a nation, were a peculiarly chosen people of God in wealth and power to send the gospel to heathen nations. We have not fulfilled our duty. We would not spend the money. Now we have to spend in one day on the war, more than all Christendom spends in a year on foreign missions, and the men we grudged to God are going in mil- lions to serve the war gods. So we are leaving our theology now from experience, having refused to learn it from His Book. Ger- many had placed her culture before revelation, her books before the inspired Book. She is brought to book for this. Yes, God is alive, and is proving this to the nations. The war and all wars would stop if we showed as much loyalty to 'God as we do to king and country. Then why lose precious time to conquer the devil-possessed German nation? Yet there is an almost infinite difference between our land, our people, and the people of Africa, where he laboured. What strikes one there is not only the depravity of the people but its awful monotony. Stir, stir everywhere, and everywhere the same, and every day and all day the same, and it has been so for thousands of years, year in, year out, the same., The life could not be worse 2,000 years ago than it is to-day, and it is no better. They have had no means' to improve it. What a change has taken place since 2.000 years ago! How—only by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. And we are there to introduce the same elevating force to the African. The are eagerly waiting for us. Help us! The address was the most extraordinary utter- ance on missionary work we ever heard. He gave also the. story of his dedication and escapes which, altogetlier, made an unforgettable evening. The meeting was closed with prayer by the Rev. F. Jackson.
ICongregationalism.'
I Congregationalism. I BRECON AND RADNOR ASSOCIATION. I MEETINGS AT UPPER CHAPEL. Autumnal meetings of the Brecon and Radnor Association of English Congregational Churches were held at Ebenezer, Upper Chapel, on Wednes- dav, in last week. At the Conference, held in the morning, there were present the Revs. D. A. Grif- fith, C.C., Troedrhiwdalar (in the chair); Trevor J. Williams, B.A., B.D., pastor: Watcyn G. Jones, Llanwrthwl, vice-chairman: T. Gwyn Tho- mas, Brecon, secretary; Principal T. Lewis, M.A., B.D., Memorial College. Brecon: R. James, Llan- wrtyd Wells; R. Williams. Brychgoed; D. Lloyd, Cwmrlios; Gomer Harris. Llangynidr; Wm. Saer, Pennorth; J. Tertius Phillips, Scethrog; Messrs. Davies (Beilibrith), J. Havard (Rose Cottage), J. Stephens (,Alltarnog), E. Stephens (Login), Wil- liams (Tynywern), &c. Apologies for absence were received from Mr D. Jones, J.P., Talgarth: Mr D. C. Davies, Llandrindod Wells; Prof. J. Evans, B.A., Memorial College, Brecon; Revs. W. Roderick, Aberedw; W. H. A. Morgan, B.A., Talvbont-on-Usk; W. Jones, Glasburv-on-Wye; D. Maldwvn Jones, Rhayader: and Idris Davies, B.A., Hay. After prayer by Rev. Gomer Harris, the minu- tes of the previous meeting were read and confirm- ed. The Rev. J. Tertius Phillips spoke a few words of acknowledgment of the cordial message of sympathy forwarded to him during his recent ill- ness, and the chairman voiced the gratitude of the meeting for his recovery and his presence. Secretary's Report. The secretary aibmit-ted his report, in the course of which he stated that the war had overshadowed everything during the year, and interfered with the even tenour of their ways, and the direction of their activities, but had also opened up new avenues of service. He again urged the Churches to forward the names of their representatives in order that they might be duly summoned to the Confer- ences, and also reminded them that the treasurer would be glad to receive the appointed subscrip- tions from the various Churches. The visit of Rev. Robert Griffith, the representative for Wales at the Mission House. had resulted in increased ef- forts to interest the Churches and Sunday Schools in the work of the London Missionary Society. It was to be hoped that every endeavour would be made to carry out the suggestions of the Mission- ary Committee of the Association, as well as the suggestions of the Young People's Committee of the Joint Assembly. It was not easy to maintain the interest in their work, perhaps, in these dis- tracting and critical times, but the Kingdom of God was more than ever needed everywhere. Dif- ficulties and discouragements met all workers in more or less degree. But it was not for them either to count and number them. or brood over them, but to labour on in spite of them, and let these things brace them to still more faithful and energetic efforts. The officers of the Association for the ensuing year were elected as follows :— Chairman, Rev. Watcyn G. Jones, Llanwrthwl; vice-chairman, Mr D. C. Davies, town clerk, Llan- drindod Wells; secretary. Rev. T. Gwyn Thomas, Brecon; treasurer, Prof. John Evans. B.A., Bre- con; executive comiii ttee, Messrs. D. Jones, J.P., Talgarth, Alderman T. Williams. J.P., Erwood, D. Morgan,Hay,Revs. D. Maldwyn Jones, Rhaya- der, and J. Tertius Phillips, Scethrog: missionary committee. Mr D. Jones, J.P., Revs. Prof. Evans, B.A., T. Gwyn Thomas. W. H. A. Morgan, B.A., Idris Davies, B.A., E. T. Jones, Painscastle. Watcyn G. Jones, L. Beynon, Builth Wells, and Mr Arnold T. Williams, Erwood auditor. Rev. Trevor J. Williams, B.A., B.D. representative on the Board of Directors of the London Mission- ary Society, Mr D. Jones, J.P. It was resolved that the January meetings be held at Gilwern, according to rota, and that the out-going chairman, the Rev.- D. A. Griffith, C.C., should de-livere his valedictory address at the pub- lic conference in the afternoon of the second day. The Rev. W. M. Saer was appointed > to preach the Association sermon, and the Rev. D. Arthur Davies, of Llandrindod Wells, the Temperance sermon. The Rev. W. G. Jones having brought to the notice of the conference Mr D. Bennett, who had been called to preach by the Church at Llanwrthwl, he was unanimously commended to the Churches, and to the committee of Carmarthen College, as a young man of sterling character and an acceptable preacher. Missionary Work. The secretary was instructed to communicate with the Rev. Robert Griffith with regard to the missionary deputation for the new year, and to make the best arrangements possible. Principal Lewis having called attention to the Missionary Conference for South Wales, held at Llandrindod Wells during the preceding week, at which some representatives of the English Churches were pres- ent, it was resolved that if an additional represen- tative from the Association were admissible, the name of the new chairman. Rev. W. G. Jones, should be forwarded. The secretary called the attention of the conference to the examination instituted by the Congregational Union of England and Wales, to take place on December 10th next, particulars of which had already been forwarded to the ministers and Sunday school superintendents of the Association area. The subject would be Our Hymns and Hymn Writers," and the text- books had been specially written by the Rev. H. Elvet Lewis, M.A. A cordial vote of thanks to the officers for their services during the year was unanimously adopted on the motion of Rev. J. Tertius Phillips, seconded by Principal Lewis. The Rev. Trevor J. Williams extended a cordial welcome to the visitors, which was acknowledged by the chairman. The conference closed with prayer by Principal Lewis. At the afternoon service the Rev. T. Gwyn Tho- mas preached the Association sermon (in English) and the Rev. R. James, Llanwrtyd Wells, preach- ed in Welsh. The Rev. D. A. Griffith introduced the service. At the evening service Principal Lewis preached in English and the Rev. R. Wil- liams, Brychgoed, in Welsh. After luncheon, provided at Pantycelyn, a cord- ial vote of thanks to the Church for its hospitality was adopted, on the motion of Rev. D. A. Griffith, seconded by Principal Lewis, to which the pastor, Rev. Trevor J. Williams, suitably responded. There were large congregations, and the meetings throughout were of an encouraging character.
Breconshire Association.
Breconshire Association. QUARTERLY MEETING AT MERTHYR CYNOG. [ The quarterly-meeting of Breconshire Congrega- tional Association was held at Merthyr Cynog on 28th ult. Present at the conference, over which the Rev. D. A. Griffith presided, in addition to the chairman, were Revs. R. James, J. Tertius Phillips, R. Williams, Watkin Jones, W. M. Saer, Gomer Harris, Trevor T. Williams and D. Llovd; also, the laymen, Messrs. Davies (Beilibrith), D. G. Owen (London City and Midland Bank), and Stephens (Alltarnog). After prayer by Rev. W. M. Saer, the minutes of the previous conference were read and confirmed. The following was the order of business :—(1) At the next meeting, to be 'held at Olweydd, Rev. Gomer Harris to preach the Temperance sermon; Rev. R. James to preach on a subject given him by the Church at Olewydd; Rev. W. H. A. Morgan to deliver an address at the conference in. vacating the chair. (2) The officers of the Association for 1916 Chairman, Rev. R. J. Williams, Brecon; treasurer, Mr D. Jones, J.P.. Talgarth; secretary, Rev. D. Lloyd, Cwmrhos. To represent Association on the Council of the Welsh Independents, Mr D. G. Owen, Lon- don City and Midland Bank, Brecon. (3) Votes of condolence were passed with the following families in their bereavement :—The children of the late Mrs Jones, Nythfa. late Garth Inn, Garth; ifc-s Edwards. Gla-nnant, Forest, Talgarth: Mr and Mrs Powell and children, Wern, Cwmdu: Mrs Jones, Twynffrwd, Forest, Talgarth, and children: Mr Williams, Cwmlleithdy, Ebenezer, Merthyr Cynog: the family of Mr Hugh Morgan, Tyeanol: th", children of Mrs Pritcbard-f Aberyscir. Several other matters were discussed. Rev. Trevor J. Wil- liams, the pastor of the churches at Ebenezer and Betbania, on behalf of himself and the church, wel- comed the delegates. Thl'" preachers in the even- ing were Revs. D. Lloydlfind Tertius Phillips. The former preached the Sunday school sermon. Rev. W. M. Saer took the dejotional part.
FAMOUS GOLFERS
FAMOUS GOLFERS VISIT LLANDRINDOD WELLS. The famous professional golfers, James Braid (Walton Heath j and Edward Ray (Oxbey), both former holders of the open championship, played exhibition matches at Llandrindod Wells last Friday, in aid of the fund which is being organised by Mrs Lloyd George for providing comforts for the Welsh troops. Llandrindod Wells- Golf Club generously paid all expenses, leaving every penny realised to go to the fund.. A large crowd followed the players. In the morning both men showed golf well worthy of ( their high reputation. The .players ran neck- and-neck to the turn, which each reached in 37 strokes. The two players bet wee LI them only took five strokes for a hole that is "bogey 4," but the stroke gained here by Braid jeft him winner of the round with 74 against 75 by Ray. An excellent lunch was provided at the pavil- ion at the interval, to which a. large number sat down, proceedings being enlivened by selections played by Ivimev's String Band. The match rdayed in the afternoon provided more splendid golf. Braid took 72 for the round and Ray, 73. On the afternoon, round, before the collection was taken, Mr J. O. Bufton, chairman of the local War Relief Committee, delivered a short address, appealing to all present to give what they could afford towards providing com- forts for the brave Welsh soldiers during the try- ing winter campaign. At the close of play, Mr Bufton offered by auction the four balls used by the players during the day, and each were sold for 7/6. It is estimated that the total proceeds from all sources will be close upon £ 40.
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Central Wales Free I Churches.
Ce.ntral Wales Free Churches- Continued. tions for winter work, namely, temperance work, missionary enterprise, and that in connection with the Sunday school and young people. He suggest ed that local councils should be communicated with and asked to arrange their own programmes for the winter's work, keeping local needs in view, and that the federation emphasise the necessity for work on the lines suggested. Rev. Lewis James moved that this be "carried out. Dr. W. Black' Jones seconded, and the federation agreed.